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TimesLIVE
21-05-2025
- Automotive
- TimesLIVE
BYD launches low-cost ‘Dolphin Surf' EV in Europe
China's BYD introduced its low-cost electric "Dolphin Surf" car, its 10th model on offer in Europe, in Berlin, Germany on Wednesday as sales across the region pick up speed after a strategic revamp. The car will sell at three price points, from €22,990 (R46, 129) for a 322km range to €24,990 (R506,508) for a 507km range. Until the end of June, the three versions will be available at a discounted price of €19,990 to €24,990 (R405,196 to R506,546), sales chief Patrick Schulz announced on Wednesday. The car piles pressure on Europe's carmakers to offer more affordable electric alternatives, with cost a major barrier to wider adoption of electric cars. While only a handful of models, such as the Dacia Spring or Leapmotor's T03, exist in Europe for under €20,000 (R405,399), 11 new models priced under €25,000 (R506,749) will go on sale on the continent this year, including Volkswagen's ID.2, the Renault R5, the Fiat Grand Panda and the Hyundai Inster. "The compact segment is the next frontier for electrification in Europe," Maria Grazia Davino, regional managing director for markets including Germany, said in Berlin. "We think this market has huge potential."
Rakyat Post
19-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Rakyat Post
Man Asks If RM5,000 Is Enough To Survive In KL As A Single Person
Subscribe to our FREE In the 2023 Economic Census conducted by the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM), the state of Kuala Lumpur receives the highest average monthly salary compared to the other states. However, this does not mean all city workers are high earning individuals. In Kuala Lumpur, workers generally earn an average monthly salary of RM4,196 while those in Selangor gets an average of RM3,563 monthly and RM3,496 monthly in Penang. There have been many questions regarding salaries online and recently, a Threads user Luqie Digital Diaries asked whether RM5,000 is enough for someone in their 20s living alone in the city. Luqie shared that he does digital marketing and earns around RM1,800 plus in the first week of March. He could only shop with what's leftover in his TnG account. Netizens weigh in As always, the answer lies in several factors, such as the individual's cost of living, like their house rent, lifestyle expenditure, and more. Netizens believe RM5,000 for a single person living alone is more than enough for living day-to-day but it may not be enough for comfortable living without worries. READ MORE: This is proven by another user who earns RM2,800 a month and lives alone in Bangsar without financial support from parents. The person shared they could save RM2,000 a month and the room rental is only RM300. The remainder is used to buy food and other essential needs. Many agreed that it's possible to live within their means with RM5,000 as a single person if they can find cheap rental and forgo a luxurious lifestyle. However, the same amount of salary will not be enough for those supporting their family with children. This is despite living modestly and not being addicted to materialism. Another person in their 20s who still lives with her parents in Kuala Lumpur admitted that RM7,000 was not enough for her due to her love for high-end items. She reiterated that everyone has different needs and wants. READ MORE: Unfortunately, some admitted they found it hard to downgrade their lifestyle after having a taste of it. This led to another user reminding everyone not to upgrade their lifestyle too quickly because the exciting lifestyle could soon outpace their increased earnings. TLDR: A high pay without proper budgeting and discipline will still see you living poorly. READ MORE: Share your thoughts with us via TRP's . Get more stories like this to your inbox by signing up for our newsletter.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Revived Ohio bill amplifies rule that targeted trans Statehouse candidates
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Ohio lawmakers are reviving a bill doubling down on a rule that nearly disqualified their transgender opponents from the ballot in last November's election. House Bill 196 would allow any voter, regardless of party affiliation, to formally protest a political party's candidate, while current law only allows an individual to challenge a candidate who is of the same party. The legislation also reiterates existing Ohio law requiring candidates who changed their name to complete forms with their current and former names. 'The catalyst for this bill started in my district, there was a candidate that did not disclose their former name,' said Rep. Angie King (R-Celina), H.B. 196's primary sponsor, during the bill's first hearing on April 29. 'The intent is for transparency and ensure that voters have a meaningful choice of candidates.' Ohio attorney general appeals ruling that struck down social media age verification law King proposed a nearly identical bill in 2024, when her opponent in November's election, a trans candidate named Arienne Childrey, was nearly disqualified from running for not including her deadname — the name a trans person was assigned at birth but that does not align with their gender identity — on petition paperwork. While the Mercer County Board of Elections received a protest to Childrey's certification from the county's Republican Party Chairman Robert Hibner, the board said Hibner's protest was invalid because he is from the opposing political party. Childrey lost to King but was appointed in January to serve as Ohio's first openly trans city council member. H.B. 196 would also require future petition paperwork to include a line for listing previous names. Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose already made a similar change in December, updating such paperwork to include a larger space for the candidate's name and instructing candidates to 'include all prior names used in the past 5 years, excluding marriage name changes.' Along with failing to provide their former name, King's legislation recodifies the following reasons under which any eligible voter may protest a candidacy: Person is not a U.S. citizen; Person isn't the minimum age to hold office; Person would exceed an applicable term or age limit; or Person has a criminal conviction. Report: Tressel weighs run at governor's office Rep. Rodney Creech (R-West Alexandria), H.B. 196's other primary sponsor, noted during the April hearing that the legislation features a provision that, if a candidate is elected after the violation of one of the five reasons outlined under this bill, the individual would be required to vacate their seat and pay back any funds received in the form of a salary that is 'untransparent' to voters. Creech also ran in November's election against a trans candidate named Bobbie Arnold. Like Childrey, Arnold did not include her former name on petition paperwork and had her possible disqualification dismissed by the Montgomery County Board of Elections. 'I am committed to ensuring Ohio elections are the most secure, fair, transparent, and accuratein the nation,' Creech said during the hearing. 'This legislation will help voters make more informed decisions at the polls and hold candidates accountable.' Childrey and Arnold are two of several trans candidates who unsuccessfully ran for the Statehouse last year, including Vanessa Joy, who was disqualified from running for failing to provide her deadname on paperwork. While Joy appealed her disqualification, the board of elections voted to keep her off the ballot. Rep. Tex Fischer (R-Boardman) was also questioned after the Mahoning County Democratic Party argued he should be removed for failing to include his former name, Austin James Fischer, on filing paperwork. The representative changed his legal name in 2020 to Austin James Texford Fischer when he began going by 'Tex.' LaRose ruled in September that Fischer could appear on the ballot. The Spectrum: School issues fail; changes in state parties Rep. Juanita Brent (D-Cleveland) cited Joy, Childrey and Arnold during the April hearing and questioned whether the bill was created simply because these candidates were trans. King reiterated that H.B. 196's intent is transparency, and argued it would allow voters to check candidates' backgrounds, like voting and criminal records. Rep. Marilyn John (R-Richland County) gave an example from her district, when a candidate running for office changed their name several times for fabricated reasons. John, who did not name the candidate, claimed that person was trying to hide their legal issues, including failing to pay taxes and breaking several laws. John said a protest couldn't be filed against that candidate given they were part of a different political party. H.B. 196 will receive additional hearings in the House General Government Committee, open for public testimony. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
The Hindu
13-05-2025
- The Hindu
Convict lodged in Tiruchi Central Prison dies
A convict lodged in Central Prison, Tiruchi, fainted and died on Monday. Mariya Soosai, 71, of Inam Mathur in Ariyalur district was lodged in the prison in April 2024 after being convicted in a cheating and forgery case probed by the District Crime Branch in Ariyalur. Police sources said Mariya Soosai fainted in the early hours of Monday and was immediately taken to Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Government Hospital here. The duty doctor examined Mariya Soosai and and declared him dead. K.K. Nagar police have registered a case under Section 196 of the BNSS.
Zawya
14-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Qatar: Real estate trading volume hits $354mln in February 2025
Doha: The volume of real estate trading in sale contracts registered with the Real Estate Registration Department at the Ministry of Justice in February 2025 amounted to QR1,292,500,196. Data from the real estate analytical bulletin issued by the Ministry of Justice revealed that 365 real estate transactions were recorded during the month. The municipalities of Doha, Al Rayyan, and Al Dhaayen topped the list for the most active transactions in terms of financial value, according to the real estate market index, followed by Al Wakrah, Umm Salal, Al Khor and Al Dhakira, and Al Shamal. The real estate market index for February 2025 showed that the financial value of transactions in Doha municipality amounted to QR478,470,312. In Al Rayyan, the financial values of transactions was QR 316,994,510 , while in Al Dhaayen, it was QR232,149,925. Transactions in Al Wakrah amounted to QR101,259,540, and Umm Slal recorded QR79,988,096. Al Khor and Al Dhakira recorded QR52,057,857, while transactions in Al Shamal totaled QR31,099,956. In terms of the traded space index, indicators revealed that Al Rayyan, Doha, and Al Dhaayen municipalities recorded the most active municipalities, in terms of traded real estate spaces during February 2025: Al Rayyan (29%), followed by Doha (26%), and Al Dhaayen (18%). Al Wakrah recorded 10%, and Umm Salal recorded 7%, while the municipalities of Al Shamal and Al Khor and Al Dhakira recorded 5% of the total traded spaces. Concerning the index of the number of real estate transactions (sold properties), trading indices revealed that the most active municipalities during February were Doha with 32%, followed by Al Rayyan with 23%, then Al Dhaayen with 13%, and Al Wakrah with 11%. Umm Salal recorded traded transactions of 10%, Al Khor and Al Dhakira with 6%, and Al Shamal with 5% of the total real estate transactions. An average per square foot prices for February ranged between (394-767) in Doha, (259-493) in Al Wakrah, (319-448) in Al Rayyan, (284-496) in Umm Salal, (327-514) in Al Dhaayen, and (321 -323) in Al Khor and Al Dhakira. © Dar Al Sharq Press, Printing and Distribution. All Rights Reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. ( The Peninsula Newspaper
