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New luxury island resort to open in Sabah, MalaysiaYTL Hotels will open the highly anticipated Gaya Island Resort in Borneo on July 1, 2012.
topix.net | 17-May-2012 20:55
Malaysian Investors Positive About Local Economy
KUALA LUMPUR, May 17 -- Many Malaysian investors are positive about the local economy and expect Asia to offer the best investment returns next year, according to a Franklin Templeton global poll.
topix.net | 17-May-2012 16:51
Malaysian pleads not guilty in Frenchwoman's death
A Malaysian shopkeeper pleaded not guilty to murdering a French woman on a popular island resort after she refused him sex, his lawyer said as the trial opened on Thursday.
topix.net | 17-May-2012 12:41
Malaysian Envoy Joins Business Council
By Neville D'Cruz MELBOURNE, May 17 -- More than 55 professionals and business people attended a networking event here organised by the Victorian chapter of the Australian Malaysian Business Council last night.
topix.net | 17-May-2012 09:36
Malaysia sentences 3 Mexicans to death over drugs
For the first time, racial and ethnic minorities make up more than half the children born in the U.S., capping decades of heady immigration growth that is now slowing.
topix.net | 17-May-2012 07:26
Five sentenced to death in Malaysian court
Mexican brothers, from left, Luis Alfonso Gonzalez Villarreal, Simon Gonzalez Villarreal and Jose Regino Gonzalez Villarreal leave a courthouse in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
topix.net | 17-May-2012 07:26
Malaysian Palm-Oil Refiners Urge Tax Overhaul as Indonesia Gains
Malaysia, the world's second-largest palm-oil producer, needs to reform the industry's tax structure to counter new rates in Indonesia that improved the competitiveness of refiners there, according to a trade group.
topix.net | 17-May-2012 03:22
Office For Lease In Malaysia From Zerin Properties Ideal for Entrepreneurs and Foreign Investors
Malaysia is evidently an emerging force in Southeast Asia. In recent years, the country has been a preferred place of business for many organizations, and is considered a significant entry point into Southeast Asia.
topix.net | 16-May-2012 23:07
High-flying woman British TV executive dies after being hit by motorbike in the Middle East
A high-flying British woman who was the first female technical director at TV channel Al Jazeera was mown down and killed by a motorbike in the Middle East.
topix.net | 16-May-2012 19:08
National Gas inks deal to buy Shell's Malaysian LPG assets
KUALA LUMPUR: National Gas Company, the largest gas production and distribution firm in the Sultanate, signed an agreement to acquire Shell's oil share in the sector of production and processing of liquefied petroleum gas in Malaysia.
topix.net | 16-May-2012 14:59
'Malaysians are shopping online more'
Consumers in Malaysia are shopping online more and have become confident about online security, according to the findings of the MasterCard Worldwide Online Shopping Survey conducted last year in 25 countries.
topix.net | 16-May-2012 10:59
Malaysians Abroad Keen To Vote With Transparent Process And Secure Mechanism
By Ahmad Shukran Shaharudin KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 -- Malaysians abroad who are keen to vote, if allowed to in the coming 13th general election, hope for a transparent process and a secure mechanism from the Election Commissioin to avoid allegations such as fraud.
topix.net | 16-May-2012 09:59
Muhyiddin's Visit Strengthens Ties, Widens Malaysia-UAE Cooperation
By Ahmad Shukran Shaharudin KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 -- Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin's visit to Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates on May 7-9 opens new opportunities in bilateral relations, trade and investment.
topix.net | 16-May-2012 08:59
Anti-Bersih Groups Try to Keep Malaysian Protest Fires Burning
Protesters who marched through downtown Kuala Lumpur last month to call for electoral reforms drew support and sympathy from human rights groups across the world.
topix.net | 16-May-2012 06:54
Twists and turns in Malaysia
Socialist Francois Hollande won the French presidential election while the two major parties in the Greek ruling coalition failed to win a parliamentary majority.
topix.net | 16-May-2012 06:54
Malaysia event talks broadband IP&TV opportunities in Asia
Asia 2012 event is currently underway in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The 2-day conference, sponsored by Informa Telecom & Media, will look into the monetization opportunities of broadband IP&TV and at enabling emerging players to be creative with their ideas.
topix.net | 16-May-2012 05:55
Malaysia aims to reduce low-skilled foreign workers
Malaysia aims to slash the number of low-skilled foreign workers in the country by around 10 per cent to 20 per cent over the medium term as it moves towards becoming a high-income economy by 2020.
topix.net | 16-May-2012 05:55
PUTRAJAYA: Bangladesh asks Malaysia to recruit only thru' govt
Dhaka has proposed to Kuala Lumpur to recruit Bangladeshi workers under government arrangements to cut involvement of middlemen to reduce the cost of their going abroad for jobs and to put an end to their exploitation.
topix.net | 16-May-2012 05:55
Malaysia Press-RBS to advise foreign clients on sukuk issuances-The Malaysian Reserve
The Royal Bank of Scotland Group plc hopes to advise foreign clients to issue four to six ringgit-based sukuk over the next 12 months while it concentrates on building its wholesale banking business in Malaysia.
topix.net | 16-May-2012 03:54
Auckland Airporta s new Lounge voted the best
The Malaysian Airlines Customers Experience Awards, held in Kuala Lumpur, saw Auckland Airport's new luxury lounge secure the award for 'Best 3rd Party Lounge'. The Emperor Lounge was awarded 'Best 3rd Party Lounge' based on an International Survey conducted by Malaysian Airlines, customer feedback and independent assessments of all their 3rd Party ... (more)
topix.net | 16-May-2012 02:50
Aircel-Maxis: CBI to get Malaysia's cooperation
NEW DELHI: Malaysian authorities have assured full cooperation to the CBI in furnishing information related to Aircel-Maxis deal case in which former Telecom Minister Dayanidhi Maran is named as an accused.
topix.net | 15-May-2012 22:40
Ramziah, Malaysia's First Nursing Dame
By Kurniawati Kamarudin KUALA LUMPUR, May 15 -- Nursing is a profession dedicated to caring for the sick and needy; however, not everyone regards the profession highly.
topix.net | 15-May-2012 18:26
Mulu to become smoke-free World Heritage Site by 2017
KUCHING: Malaysia Health Promotion Board and Sarawak Health Club have collaborated to implement a project to turn Mulu Heritage into a smoke-free zone by 2017.
topix.net | 15-May-2012 16:21
Scrutiny Starts on Felda's $3 Billion IPO
A Federal Land Development Authority farmer collects oil palm fruits in Hulu Selangor, about 100 km north of Kuala Lumpur A planned initial public offering in Malaysia could become the world's second-largest this year and the third-largest on record for the Southeast Asian nation.
topix.net | 15-May-2012 12:16
Malaysia, Thailand military exercise to include other agencies, Asean members
KUALA LUMPUR: Military exercise conducted by Malaysia and Thailand will be expanded to include other enforcement agencies and Asean members.
topix.net | 15-May-2012 08:11
Could street protests herald a Malaysian spring?
In early April Najib Razak was praised for his leadership by David Cameron when the British prime minister brought a trade mission to Kuala Lumpur.
topix.net | 15-May-2012 04:01
Inspector accused of killing single mother in high-profile case
KOTA KINABALU: A police inspector has been charged with the high-profile murder of a single mother in Sabah's interior Keningau nearly seven months ago.
topix.net | 15-May-2012 01:56
Court reporting: Proper grammar usage
AMONG the crimes committed against adults and children alike, such as murder, rape, assault, kidnap and so on, 'molest' is not included.
topix.net | 15-May-2012 01:56
Malaysian Trade Minister Backs Lynas Corp. Rare Earths Plant as Catalyst of Economic Change
Australian rare earths miner Lynas Corp. and its embattled processing plant in Malaysia continue to get caught in a nasty tug-of-war between the country's locals and its government which very much approves its presence.
topix.net | 14-May-2012 23:44
Rescued and restored
STUDENT Derene Lee was volunteering at canine welfare organisation Malaysian Dogs Deserve Better during her semester break when she saw a deformed white-brown mongrel named Mr Gwing.
topix.net | 14-May-2012 23:44
Malaysia Smelting slides on fall in Q1 net
Malaysia Smelting Corp slid 2.8 percent to RM4.10 in Kuala Lumpur trading at 9.25am, bound for its steepest decline since Feb.
topix.net | 14-May-2012 23:44
Federal Government Will Continue To Care For Orang Asli In Kelantan, Says Mustapa
JELI, May 12 -- The federal government will continue to improve the lives of the Orang Asli community in Kelantan by providing facilities for a better standard of living, said Kelantan Federal Development Council chairman Datuk Seri Mustapa Mohamed.
topix.net | 13-May-2012 14:26
Nazri: Govt agrees with proposal to form new body for lawyers
KUALA KANGSAR: The government is in agreement over a demand by a group of lawyers intending to form a new organisation to represent their profession, welfare and legal interests, said Minister in the Prime Minister's Department "If there is another association and agency formed to represent them, the Bar Council only represents those who practise ... (more)
topix.net | 13-May-2012 10:21
12 cited for traffic violations in KB
Twelve motorists were issued with compound fines and summons for court appearance in an operation by the Traffic Police in Kuala Belait on Thursday evening.
topix.net | 13-May-2012 06:22
Germany's Slixs to perform in Brunei
Slixs, a German a capella group is excited to perform in Brunei for the first time at the Europe Day 2012 celebration to be held tonight at Jerudong International School .
topix.net | 13-May-2012 02:17
A thin yellow line
A The morning of 28 April 2012, in Taman Seputeh, Kuala Lumpur. Two slightly hungover New Zealanders do a bag check: "Running shoes?" "Check." "Black and white clothes?" "Check." "Salt?" "Check." "Spray bottle with bicarbonate of soda water?" "Check." "Wet towels and scarves?" "Check." "Wire cutters?" "Check." "First Aid Kit?" "Check" I wake on the ... (more)
topix.net | 12-May-2012 22:03
Three great beach getaways in Malaysia
Malaysia is a land with much diversity and plenty to experience.A Beach lovers will enjoy fun in the sun interspersed with a variety of other cultural activities.
topix.net | 12-May-2012 17:48
Value Malaysia's Cultural Diversity, Says Muhyiddin
KUALA LUMPUR, May 12 -- Deputy Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin said Malaysians should value the cultural diversity in the country.
topix.net | 12-May-2012 13:39
Colgate Organises 'Aiskrim Malaysia Fest' To Preserve A Taste Of Nostalgia
KUALA LUMPUR, May 11 -- Throughout the years, Malaysians have grown up with a quirky spread of childhood treats including 'Aiskrim Malaysia', a frozen treat made by filling up and freezing plastic tubes with a variety of uniquely Malaysian flavours.
topix.net | 12-May-2012 09:35
Caught up in the superhero craze
SUPERHEROES and their awesome powers have always had a hold on kids. Who would have thought that the exploits of our childhood heroes sometimes stays with us even as we outgrow such childish fare? For instance, the Ambassador of Japan, Shigeru Nakamura may be 63, but his fascination for superheroes is undimmed by the passage of time.
topix.net | 12-May-2012 05:30
Seminyak: Air Asia Takes Their Ads to the Beaches of Bali
Let's say you've just flown to...ohhh.... Bali, Indonesia . The beach, the sunset, the tropical fruits, the warm temperatures and the laidback atmosphere already have you thinking of your next vacation.
topix.net | 12-May-2012 01:10
Tun Mahathir Hopes Malaysians Will Not Invite Persons Convicted Of War Crimes To Country
KUALA LUMPUR, May 11 -- Former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad today expressed regret that some Malaysians looked up to certain Westerners guilty of war crimes.
topix.net | 11-May-2012 21:11
Malaysia worries haj pilgrims may be affected
PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia hopes its strong relationship with Saudi Arabia will prevent any action to bar Malaysians from performing their haj or umrah.
topix.net | 11-May-2012 16:56
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Aarushi case: Lower court denies Nupur Talwa... Ramdev attacks MPs, calls them 'murderers' Fishermen killing: SC allows Italian ship, c... 'Manhandled' by Gujarat cops, Congress MP br... MPs hit back at Ramdev after his 'murderer' ... Rahul's trip to Maharashtra 'political touri... Kuala Lumpur A 25-year-old Indian maid was found dead with 90 per ... (more)
topix.net | 11-May-2012 12:52
George Town: Malaysian chief minister sued for 'seditious' statement
An assemblyman yesterday lodged a police report against Malaysia state Penang's Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng, for what he said uttering a statement that could create enmity among the races.
topix.net | 11-May-2012 08:32
Lynas on track to start Malaysia plant in June
Lynas Corp Ltd said on Thursday it was on track to start up its rare earths plant in Malaysia next month after an official in the country called it "the safest rare earths plant in the world." The plant in Kuantan on the east coast of Malaysia, under construction since 2010, has been held up as Malaysian residents and local politicians expressed ... (more)
topix.net | 11-May-2012 04:22