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Is the whole barrel rotten?" Australian lawmakers, grilling KPMG, suggest more regulation of audit industry may be needed
1+ hour, 28+ min ago (481+ words) SYDNEY, June 19 " Australian lawmakers today suggested further regulation of the Big Four accounting firms could be necessary as they grilled KPMG executives over allegations of misconduct " the second big scandal in the country's industry since 2023. KPMG "has been accused by…...
Shoot at me, not them: Furious Paraguay coach tells media to back off, takes blame for 4-1 US defeat
1+ hour, 54+ min ago (394+ words) SANTA CLARA (California), June 19 " Paraguay coach Gustavo Alfaro yesterday vented his fury over criticism his players endured after their opening World Cup hammering by the United States, telling media to lay off his team and send all of the punches…...
Ringgit rebounds at open after what analysts call an "excessive" decline
8+ hour, 1+ min ago (388+ words) KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 " The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar today, recovering from yesterday's sharp decline amid cautious market sentiment following the US Federal Reserve's (Fed) latest policy decision. At 8 am, the local currency strengthened to 4. 1130/1225 against the greenback…...
Fandi, Abbas back Germany for deep World Cup run, hail Japan as Asia's best hope
3+ hour, 47+ min ago (673+ words) KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 " Former football stars Abbas Saad and Fandi Ahmad have tipped Germany as the dark horse of the World Cup, while warning that refereeing controversies and political distractions risk overshadowing the tournament itself. Former Australian international turned pundit…...
US probes Germany over pharma pricing policies in move that could lead to new tariffs
4+ hour, 38+ min ago (322+ words) WASHINGTON, June 19 " The United States yesterday started an investigation into Germany over its pharmaceutical pricing policies and other practices, in a move that could lead to fresh tariffs. The probe seeks to determine if "persistent underpayment for innovative pharmaceutical products…...
Generali Malaysia, Amanah Raya launch Gen Sinar low-cost insurance for underserved families
5+ hour, 7+ min ago (360+ words) KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 " Generali Malaysia and Amanah Raya Berhad (Amanah Raya) have launched Gen Sinar, a low-cost insurance plan designed to shield underserved families from financial ruin. The initiative safeguards a child's education, ensuring schooling remains on track even if…...
Why Muslim marriages break down in Malaysia: Here's what SIS Forum's 10-year data shows
8+ hour, 2+ min ago (813+ words) ARA DAMANSARA, June 18 " The top three reasons why Muslim couples" marriages broke down in Malaysia over the past 10 years were communication problems, domestic violence and infidelity, a 10-year report by Muslim advocacy group SIS Forum (Malaysia) has shown. Based on…...
Malay Mail's Top 10 Picks: "Colony' stays untouchable as "Khadam' delivers a horror knockout
7+ hour, 9+ min ago (238+ words) KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 " South Korean hit Colony continues its reign at the local box office, holding firmly onto the No. 1 spot for a fourth consecutive week. Close behind is local horror film Khadam, which has emerged as one of Malaysia's…...
The "Grand Theft Auto VI" grind officially begins as pre-orders open June 25 (VIDEO)
8+ hour, 34+ min ago (427+ words) WASHINGTON, June 19 " Pre-sales of Grand Theft Auto VI, the feverishly anticipated video game release, will begin on June 25, Rockstar Games said yesterday. GTA VI, due to be released on November 19 after two delays, is the latest entry in the blockbuster…...
They're men, not robots': Turkiye coach tells critics to get off players' backs after backlash to Australia defeat
5+ hour, 50+ min ago (422+ words) SANTA CLARA (California), June 19 " Turkiye coach Vincenzo Montella said yesterday harsh criticism following his side's opening World "Cup defeat by Australia had been demoralising for his younger players, and they deserved more support as they prepare for a potentially critical…...