Published: Sun, 10 Jul 2022 05:59:27 GMT
Bangladesh, Malaysia, Vietnam, India become members of UNESCO's IHC
DHAKA, Bangladesh - According to the Ministry of Cultural Affairs, Bangladesh has been elected to UNESCO's Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) for four years. For the 2022-2026 cycle, the country was elected to the Intergovernmental Committee of the UNESCO 2003 Convention for the Safeguarding of the ICH. The elections for the committee took place at UNESC...[read more]
Published: Wed, 13 Jul 2022 12:03:08 GMT
ISL: Forward Jorge Diaz parts his ways with Kerala Blasters FC
Kochi (Kerala) [India], July 13 (ANI): Kerala Blasters FC announced the departure of their forward Jorge Pereyra Diaz from their squad ahead of the new season of the ISL.
Diaz began his professional career with the Argentine club Ferro Carril Oeste in 2008. After four years at Ferro, he went on to play for Club Atletico Lanus, helping his team win the 2013 Copa Sudamericana.
Later, Pereyra moved to the Malaysian Super Lea...[read more]
Published: Wed, 13 Jul 2022 06:18:22 GMT
Singapore Open: PV Sindhu, Mithun Manjunath make winning start to campaign
Singapore [Singapore], July 13 (ANI): Olympic medalist PV Sindhu made a winning start to her Singapore Open 2022 campaign, defeating Belgium's Lianne Tan in the first round of the Women's singles category on Wednesday.
Playing on court 1, PV Sindhu won the match within two straight games by margin of 21-15, 21-11. She was extremely dominant against her Belgian counterpart and eliminated her from competition in just two ga...[read more]
Published: Tue, 12 Jul 2022 13:55:23 GMT
China's international popularity plummets
Hong Kong, July 12 (ANI): China is making progress in some places in its quest to influence politicians and curry favour, but overall its popularity is diminishing across the world.
This was made manifest in data released by a US research company at the end of June. A report concluded, "In 19 countries surveyed by Pew Research Center this spring, people see the United States and President Joe Biden more favourably than Ch...[read more]
Published: Tue, 12 Jul 2022 13:55:22 GMT
China's international popularity plummets, but influence peddling continues
Hong Kong, July 12 (ANI): China is making progress in some places in its quest to influence politicians and curry favour, but overall its popularity is diminishing across the world.
This was made manifest in data released by a US research company at the end of June. A report concluded, "In 19 countries surveyed by Pew Research Center this spring, people see the United States and President Joe Biden more favourably than Ch...[read more]
Published: Tue, 12 Jul 2022 01:30:08 GMT
Foreign companies eye opportunities in western China's green industries
© Provided by Xinhua LANZHOU, July 12 (Xinhua) -- During the 28th China Lanzhou Investment and Trade Fair held in Lanzhou, capital of northwest China's Gansu Province, a new local energy automobile company signed a procurement and investment contract with a ...[read more]
Published: Mon, 11 Jul 2022 03:27:03 GMT
As Singapore Cruise Industry Resumes Port Calls, will Indians return?
By Lee Kah WhyeSingapore, July 11 (ANI): Singapore-based cruise ships started making port calls to neighbouring countries in July. This is the first time this is happening since the COVID-19 pandemic struck the world and closed international cruises for a time.
The first ports of call were Royal Caribbean's Spectrum of the Seas and Resorts World Cruises' Genting Dream which docked at Port Klang in Malaysia, and Indonesia'...[read more]
Published: Sun, 10 Jul 2022 14:27:02 GMT
Tom Hanks shares thoughts on Tim Allen being replaced by Chris Evans in 'Lightyear' reboot
Washington [US], July 10 (ANI): Hollywood star Tom Hanks has stated that he "didn't understand" the decision of replacing his longtime co-star Tim Allen to cast Chris Evans in the role of Buzz Lightyear for the new movie.
According to Deadline, Hanks, who originally voiced Woody in the 'Toy Story' franchise, during his 'Elvis' publicity round was asked how he felt to be up against a Buzz Lightyear film in cinemas.
He said...[read more]
Published: Sat, 09 Jul 2022 12:18:27 GMT
Malaysia Masters 2022: Prannoy HS crashes out of competition, loses to Hong Kong's Ka Long in SFs
Kuala Lumpur [Malaysia], July 9 (ANI): India's shuttler Prannoy HS crashed out of the ongoing Malaysia Masters 2022, losing to Hong Kong's Angus Ng Ka Long in the semi-finals of the men's singles category.
Playing on court 1, Prannoy lost to Long 17-21, 21-9, 21-17.
The Indian got off a good start, winning the first game. He lost the second game by a huge margin. The final game was a closely-contested one, but Long emerge...[read more]
Published: Sun, 10 Jul 2022 19:26:30 GMT
The solution to baby dumping is women in power
If Malaysia wants to stop teen pregnancies, it could start by putting more women in parliament.
Malaysia has become a sought-after destination in the region for its high success rate in achieving pregnancy in middle-aged women. If only the same could be celebrate...[read more]
Published: Tue, 12 Jul 2022 06:52:11 GMT
Albanese Government inundated with growing asylum applications
With asylum applications on the rise and an increasing backlog, the Government must develop policies to maintain control, writes Dr Abul Rizvi.THE ALBANESE GOVERNMENT has inherited an ...[read more]
Published: Sun, 10 Jul 2022 22:52:07 GMT
Labor must reverse Morrison's submarine bungle to protect nation
There is a niche in the global submarine industry that Australia is well-placed to occupy, reports Alan Austin.IT WOULD BE a bold move which only a visionary and courageous government could accomplish. Australia has the chance now to reimagine its status as a global naval manufacturer and exporter. The challenge is to build a smaller, faste...[read more]
Published: Thu, 14 Jul 2022 02:44:01 GMT
Malaysia reports 3,934 new COVID-19 infections, 9 new deaths
KUALA LUMPUR, July 14 (Xinhua) -- Malaysia reported 3,934 new COVID-19 infections as of midnight Wednesday, bringing the national total to 4,604,670, according to the Health Ministry. There are seven new imported cases, with 3,927 cases being local transmissions, data released on the ministry's website showed. Nine new deaths have been reported, pushing the death toll to 35,828. The ministry report...[read more]
Published: Thu, 14 Jul 2022 01:49:01 GMT
Market exchange rates in China -- July 14
BEIJING, July 14 (Xinhua) -- The following are the central parity rates of the Chinese currency renminbi, or the yuan, against 24 major currencies announced on Thursday by the China Foreign Exchange Trade System: Currency Unit Central parity rate in yuan U.S. dollar 100 672.65 Euro 100 675.09 Japanese yen 100 4.8899 Hong Kong dollar 100 85.694 British pound 100 798.11 Au...[read more]
Published: Wed, 13 Jul 2022 16:05:15 GMT
Analysts foresee lower CPO price in near term
KUALA LUMPUR, July 13 (Xinhua) -- Analysts on Wednesday expected softer crude palm oil (CPO) prices in the near term, pressured by higher inventory levels in Indonesia. Public Invest Research said in a note that it thinks CPO prices could stay weak in the near-term and trade at larger discounts over competing edible oils until Indonesia clears the excessive stocks ahead of the peak production season. "We ...[read more]
Published: Wed, 13 Jul 2022 02:30:01 GMT
Malaysia reports 2,345 new COVID-19 cases, 3 more deaths
KUALA LUMPUR, July 13 (Xinhua) -- Malaysia reported 2,345 new COVID-19 infections as of midnight Tuesday, bringing the national total to 4,600,736, according to the health ministry. There are three new imported cases, with 2,342 cases being local transmissions, data released by the ministry showed. Three new deaths have been reported, pushing the death toll to 35,819. The ministry reported 2,384 ne...[read more]
Published: Wed, 13 Jul 2022 01:55:02 GMT
Market exchange rates in China -- July 13
BEIJING, July 13 (Xinhua) -- The following are the central parity rates of the Chinese currency renminbi, or the yuan, against 24 major currencies announced on Wednesday by the China Foreign Exchange Trade System: Currency Unit Central parity rate in yuan U.S. dollar 100 672.82 Euro 100 675.06 Japanese yen 100 4.9169 Hong Kong dollar 100 85.711 British pound 100 799.28 A...[read more]
Published: Tue, 12 Jul 2022 16:05:15 GMT
Xinhua Asia-Pacific news summary at 1600 GMT, July 12
ISLAMABAD -- Two people were killed and four others injured in a firing incident in Muzaffargarh district of Pakistan's Punjab province on Tuesday, local reports said. The incident happened when two rival groups opened fire on each other after an argument between them, the reports said. (Pakistan-Firing-Death) - - - - SUVA -- The Pacific region can balance the threats of pandemic, climate and confl...[read more]
Published: Tue, 12 Jul 2022 12:44:12 GMT
China, Malaysia reach 5-point consensus on developing ties
KUALA LUMPUR, July 12 (Xinhua) -- Visiting Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi said here on Tuesday that China and Malaysia have reached a five-point consensus on further developing their relations. At a joint press conference with Malaysian Foreign Minister Saifuddin Abdullah after their meeting, Wang said China-Malaysia ties are witnessing new opportunities for development. China is rea...[read more]
Published: Tue, 12 Jul 2022 11:30:02 GMT
China, Malaysia pledge to strengthen coordination, connectivity
KUALA LUMPUR, July 12 (Xinhua) -- Malaysian Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob and visiting Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi met here on Tuesday, and pledged to strengthen coordination and connectivity between their countries. During their meeting, Wang said China and Malaysia are strategic partners who enjoy mutually beneficial cooperation and a traditional friendship. China-Malaysia ...[read more]
Published: Tue, 12 Jul 2022 11:18:01 GMT
China, Malaysia agree to expand, strengthen key BRI projects
KUALA LUMPUR, July 12 (Xinhua) -- Malaysia's King Sultan Abdullah Sultan Ahmad Shah met with visiting Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi here on Tuesday, with both sides agreeing to expedite practical cooperation and advance the key Belt and Road projects. Abdullah said China is not only Malaysia's largest trading partner, but also its important strategic partner. The two sides have jointly mad...[read more]
Published: Tue, 12 Jul 2022 02:44:01 GMT
Malaysia reports 2,417 new COVID-19 infections, 5 more deaths
KUALA LUMPUR, July 12 (Xinhua) -- Malaysia reported 2,417 new COVID-19 infections as of midnight Monday, bringing the national total to 4,598,391, according to the health ministry. There are four new imported cases, with 2,413 cases being local transmissions, data released by the ministry showed. Five new deaths have been reported, pushing the death toll to 35,816. The ministry reported 2,536 new r...[read more]
Published: Tue, 12 Jul 2022 02:18:02 GMT
Market exchange rates in China -- July 12
BEIJING, July 12 (Xinhua) -- The following are the central parity rates of the Chinese currency renminbi, or the yuan, against 24 major currencies announced on Tuesday by the China Foreign Exchange Trade System: Currency Unit Central parity rate in yuan U.S. dollar 100 672.87 Euro 100 675.71 Japanese yen 100 4.8996 Hong Kong dollar 100 85.718 British pound 100 800.38 Aus...[read more]
Published: Mon, 11 Jul 2022 02:30:01 GMT
Malaysia reports 3,264 new COVID-19 infections, 2 new deaths
KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 (Xinhua) -- Malaysia reported 3,264 new COVID-19 infections, as of midnight Sunday, bringing the national total to 4,595,974, according to the health ministry. There are five new imported cases, with 3,259 cases being local transmissions, data released on the ministry's website showed. Two new deaths have been reported, pushing the death toll to 35,811. The ministry reported 2...[read more]
Published: Mon, 11 Jul 2022 01:55:02 GMT
Market exchange rates in China -- July 11
BEIJING, July 11 (Xinhua) -- The following are the central parity rates of the Chinese currency renminbi, or the yuan, against 24 major currencies announced on Monday by the China Foreign Exchange Trade System: Currency Unit Central parity rate in yuan U.S. dollar 100 669.60 Euro 100 681.12 Japanese yen 100 4.9143 Hong Kong dollar 100 85.311 British pound 100 805.10 Aust...[read more]
Published: Sun, 10 Jul 2022 13:18:08 GMT
China takes two golds at Malaysia Masters
KUALA LUMPUR, July 10 (Xinhua) -- The Chinese shuttlers took two gold medals from the women's and mixed doubles at the Malaysia Masters which concluded here on Sunday. China's women's doubles pair Chen Qingchen and Jia Yifan had a convincing 21-11, 21-12 victory over Japan's world No. 3 Nami Matsuyama and Chiharu Shida for their fourth title this season, making up for a disappointing quarterfinal exit in the Mal...[read more]
Published: Sun, 10 Jul 2022 03:18:01 GMT
Malaysia reports 2,799 new COVID-19 infections, 8 more deaths
KUALA LUMPUR, July 10 (Xinhua) -- Malaysia reported 2,799 new COVID-19 infections as of midnight Saturday, bringing the national total to 4,592,710, according to the health ministry. There are two new imported cases, with 2,797 cases being local transmissions, data released by the ministry showed. Eight new deaths have been reported, lifting the death toll to 35,809. The ministry reported 2,666 new...[read more]
Published: Sat, 09 Jul 2022 16:05:52 GMT
Chen Yufei beats Tai Tzu-ying to advance to Malaysia Masters final
KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 (Xinhua) -- Olympic champion Chen Yufei outperformed Tai Tzu-ying of Chinese Taipei 21-13, 23-21 on Saturday to advance to the Malaysia Masters final, where she will face South Korea's An Se-young. In women's doubles, China's Chen Qingchen/Jia Yifan outclassed their local rivals Tan Pearly/Thinaah Muralitharan 21-10, 21-19, and will face off against Japan's Nami Matsuyama/Chiharu Shida for t...[read more]