WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump signed a new slew of executive orders on Wednesday (Feb 19), including one aimed at preventing taxpayer dollars from supporting illegal immigration and one designed to get rid of regulations the administration considers “overreach”. The immigration order bars the use of federal money for migrants […]
Day: February 19, 2025
MIAMI: US President Donald Trump called Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky a “dictator” yesterday, widening a personal rift with major implications for efforts to end the conflict triggered by Russia’s invasion three years ago. The United States has provided essential funding and arms to Ukraine, but Trump made an abrupt policy […]
MELBOURNE : Australia have enough experience and versatility in their lineup to get into tournament-mode quickly for the Champions Trophy following a difficult buildup to the one-day international showpiece, according to opener Travis Head. The injury-depleted 50-overs world champions go into their opener against England in Lahore on Saturday on […]
TOKYO: Japan Petroleum Exploration (Japex) is prioritising investment in oil and gas exploration and production (E&P) through 2030 – revising an earlier plan to aggressively expand its renewables businesses, its president said. “For now, the investment focus will remain on oil and gas exploration and production… as securing a fair […]
WASHINGTON: US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered a review of the department’s 2026 budget so as to reallocate US$50 billion (RM222.28) in funds, the Pentagon said today, following reports that he had directed deep, multi-year cuts to military spending. US media said Hegseth directed senior Defence Department leaders to […]