MYP Individuals & Societies Teacher (May 4th Start)

Hong Kong posts strongest quarterly economic growth in almost 5 years at 5.9%

Hong Kong has recorded its fastest economic growth in nearly five years in the first quarter, at 5.9 per cent, driven by strong exports and private consumption despite ongoing unrest in the Middle East. The…

Malaysia among most resilient emerging markets despite global shocks, says Moody’s Ratings report

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 — Malaysia is among the most resilient emerging markets in navigating recent global financial shocks, supported by policy strength and relatively stable market conditions, according to Moody’s…

Mumbai University UG admissions 2026: Application begins tomorrow, check complete schedule here

Mumbai University's undergraduate admissions for the 2026-27 academic year open tomorrow, May 6th. Aspiring students can apply online until May 21st for various programs, including 3-year, 4-year honours with research,…

Police bust two international scam rings, seize fake ‘Delhi Police’ uniforms in KL raids

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 — Two online scam syndicates targeting victims in India and the United States were crippled in separate raids at a luxury condominium in the capital last month. Bukit Aman Commercial Crime…

India may discuss BrahMos missile sale to Vietnam during presidential visit, sources say

Vietnamese President To Lam is expected to discuss expanding defence ties with India during a visit to New Delhi this week, including the potential purchase of BrahMos missiles jointly developed with Russia, two sources…

‘Game-changer’: MyNIISe could cut airport clearance time to five seconds, says home minister

SEPANG, May 5 — The National Integrated Immigration System (MyNIISe) at the country’s entry points this September is expected to cut passenger inspection times to between four and five seconds, Home Minister Datuk Seri…

Singapore goes green: Over 1,000 activities planned nationwide for sustainability campaign

More than 500 organisations will participate in the fourth edition of Go Green SG, which will run until Jun 28.

Bukit Aman: Commercial crime cases up nearly 13pc in Q1 this year with over 64,000 reports

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 — Commercial crime cases increased by 12.89 per cent, with 64,643 reports recorded in the first quarter (Q1) of this year, compared with 57,260 in the same period last year. Bukit Aman Commercial…

Alvin Tan calls out Jamus Lim for omitting facts, creating 'unwarranted' impression that AVS was not thorough

The Minister of State for National Development had sought clarifications from Workers’ Party MP Jamus Lim on the speech he had made during a debate on the Veterinary Practice Bill in April.

Commuters beware: MetMalaysia warns of heavy storms across Klang Valley and 10 states until 7pm

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 — The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued an urgent weather warning for the federal territories and several states, with heavy rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds expected…

Johor to link schools directly to JS-SEZ industries under new learning ecosystem

ISKANDAR PUTERI, May 5 — Johor is developing a learning ecosystem that directly links schools with industries in the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ). Johor Education and Information Committee chairman…

Starmer’s troubles breathe new life into Scotland’s nationalists

Most agree the Scottish National Party's track record is patchy, but opinion polls suggest it's on course to win a fifth straight term with Labour not even sure of second place.

Asia battles rising, uneven toll of energy crisis caused by Iran war

Governments in Asia, the top oil importing region, are scrambling to find alternatives and insulate their economies from the worst of the energy crisis triggered by the Iran war , but the pain is getting increasingly…

Anwar: Govt to expand Jualan Rahmah with weekly sales in all state constituencies

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 — The government will expand its Jualan Rahmah Madani initiative to be held weekly in every state constituency nationwide, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced today. He said the move is…

Pakatan presidential council to meet ahead of talks with BN, says Saifuddin Nasution amid speculation over N. Sembilan

SEPANG, May 5 — Pakatan Harapan’s (PH) presidential council will hold a meeting this evening before speaking to leaders of Barisan Nasional later today as the alliance between the two coalitions face a critical test in…

Taiwan president says island has ‘right to engage with the world’

By Joy Chiang Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te said Tuesday the democratic island has the “right to engage with the world”, after he returned from a trip to Africa that Taipei has accused Beijing of trying to derail.…

Anwar orders rent cuts at federal govt-linked premises to aid small traders, urges states and local councils to follow suit

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 — Putrajaya will lower rental rates at federal government-owned commercial premises from this month to ease cost pressures on small traders, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said today. He…

Japan's startup ambitions collide with harassment concerns

Hot weather to persist in Karachi but temperature to stay below 40°C

KARACHI: The Pakistan Meteorological Department has predicted the temperature in Karachi Division to remain hot but below 40°C. According to the PMD’s weather forecast till Thursday, “hot and humid” weather is expected…

Umno to stay in Negeri Sembilan unity government, says Zahid

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 — Umno has no intention of becoming the opposition in Negeri Sembilan and will continue supporting and remain as part of the state’s Unity Government, party president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi…