Day: September 20, 2024

The Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation (MOSTI) is planning to organise an ASEAN-level Malaysia Combat Robot Competition next year. Deputy Minister of Science, Technology, and Innovation, Datuk Mohammad Yusof Apdal, said that the proposal takes into account Malaysia’s role as the ASEAN Chair next year, aiming to create opportunities and draw the attention of member nations to the field of robotics in Malaysia. ‘At MOSTI, we remain committed to ensuring that such programmes are encouraged to foster innovation and increase youth participation in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. ‘We also hope that this open Malaysian competition can be expanded

Capital A Bhd rose in early trade today following plans to expand its network in Indonesia, particularly in East Nusa Tenggara. As of 10.18 am, Capital A advanced 4.5 sen, or 5.48 per cent, to 86.5 sen, with 13.388 million shares traded. On Thursday, Capital A chief executive officer Tan Sri Tony Fernandes announced that AirAsia plans to expand its network in East Nusa Tengarra and offer direct flights to eastern Indonesia from ASEAN, along with some domestic routes. More details will be announced next month, he said, adding that AirAsia is also exploring potential routes to Papua and Dili

Airwallex unveiled a first-of-its-kind 3D perception shift sculpture of McLaren F1 team driver Lando Norris in Singapore to launch its ‘Shifted Perspectives’ campaign locally. The exclusive event at 39+ Art Space, located in the Tanjong Pagar Distripark, brought together key figures from motorsport, art, and business to highlight how viewing challenges from a different perspective can turn obstacles into opportunities. In collaboration with renowned 3D perceptual shift artist, Michael Murphy, the sculpture symbolises the powerful role that perception plays in driving success. By fusing art, technology, and motorsport, Airwallex showcases how shifting perspectives can be the foundation for growth in

Former Deputy Minister of Communications and Multimedia, Datuk Eddin Syazlee Shith, passed away at 7.10 am today at his home in Bukit Chedang. Negeri Sembilan Perikatan Nasional (PN) chairman, Mohamad Hanifah Abu Baker, said that the health of the 50-year-old PN state advisor had been deteriorating over the past five months and he had been receiving medical treatment. ‘Datuk Eddin was brought home yesterday after receiving treatment at a private hospital here. We have been with his family since last night. His passing is a great loss for the PN state chapter. ‘Our deepest condolences to the family of Datuk

His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, is scheduled to meet with two top Chinese leaders, President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang, today. His Majesty, who ascended the throne on Jan 31, 2024, is making his maiden state visit to China from Sept 19 to 22 at the invitation of Xi. Accompanying Sultan Ibrahim on the visit are Transport Minister Anthony Loke, Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming, and Tunku Temenggong of Johor Prince Idris Ibrahim. His Majesty arrived at the Official Terminal of Beijing Capital International Airport at 3.30 pm yesterday. His Majesty’s visit symbolises the