Rosmah not gainfully employed but large sums of money went into her account, court hears
The money was used by the wife of former prime minister Najib Razak to pay telephone and credit card bills incurred by her and members of her family.
King Charles banknotes to enter UK circulation from mid-2024
Current polymer banknotes carrying the queen's portrait will remain legal tender which can continue to be used.
China's super-rich see fortunes plunge as economy slows
The global economic outlook has been heavily impacted by the war in Ukraine and slowing economic growth in China made worse due to the country's ultra-strict Covid policies and prolonged property slump.
Money, banks and govt: who should call the shots in Malaysia's financial system?
Differing opinions arise over the effect on inflation, access to credit and qualifications of Parliament to oversee the creation of money.
Is cash still king in the digital world?
While it is illegal to completely reject cash payments, digital transfers are on the rise, leaving question marks over the relevance of traditional transactions.
Remove power to create money from banks, govt urged
A former banker says such power should be given to the government under the authority of Parliament.
US woman finds US$36,000 stuffed in free sofa
The family who gave her the sofa said they had no idea where all the money had come from.
Bankrupt Sri Lanka asks citizens abroad to send home cash
The island nation is in the grip of its worst economic crisis since independence in 1948, with severe shortages of essential goods and regular blackouts causing widespread hardship.
Over half of Malaysians struggling to meet expenses with current income, survey shows
A similar number say they are dipping into their savings to make ends meet.
