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Path ahead for BIMP-EAGA needs innovation, political will, says President Marcos Jr

Path ahead for BIMP-EAGA needs innovation, political will, says President Marcos Jr

KUALA LUMPUR: The path ahead for the Brunei Darussalam-indonesia-Malaysia-Philippines East Asean Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA) calls for greater innovation and political…
Reigning Unduk Ngadau Danius to crown successor from among 51 finalists on May 31

Reigning Unduk Ngadau Danius to crown successor from among 51 finalists on May 31

KOTA KINABALU: Reigning queen Hyellene Danius will perform her final duty this Saturday (May 31) as she prepares to hand…
Prime Minister's Office daily briefing (May 27)

Prime Minister’s Office daily briefing (May 27)

PETALING JAYA: To combat fake news and misinformation, the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) will be holding briefings daily.The Prime Minister's…
QuickCheck: Can a cat’s purring have healing effects on humans?

QuickCheck: Can a cat’s purring have healing effects on humans?

When stress and anxiety strike, most people turn to white noise, ASMR or meditation to unwind.But what if a cat’s…
Powerful earthquake of 6.2 magnitude shakes in Istanbul

2nd LD Writethru: Dozens injured after car drove into crowd at Liverpool parade

LONDON, May 26 (Xinhua) -- Dozens of people, including four children, were injured after a car ploughed into a crowd…
Powerful earthquake of 6.2 magnitude shakes in Istanbul

Ukrainian governor says Russian forces capture four villages in Sumy

(Reuters) -The governor of Ukraine's Sumy region on the Russian border said on Monday that Russian forces had captured four…
Powerful earthquake of 6.2 magnitude shakes in Istanbul

EU pledges to strike trade deal with U.S. amid tariff twists

BRUSSELS, May 26 (Xinhua) -- The European Commission remains "fully committed" to reaching a trade deal with the United States…
Powerful earthquake of 6.2 magnitude shakes in Istanbul

Mexico’s election body probes alleged political interference ahead of judicial vote

MEXICO CITY (Reuters) -Mexico's electoral authority is investigating complaints that political groups, including ruling party Morena, are trying to sway…
EU countries set to express concern about Hungary legislation targeting LGBTQ+ people, draft shows

EU countries set to express concern about Hungary legislation targeting LGBTQ+ people, draft shows

BRUSSELS (Reuters) -More than a dozen European countries are expected to issue a declaration saying they are "deeply concerned" about…
Powerful earthquake of 6.2 magnitude shakes in Istanbul

Regional bloc warns of higher temperatures in Horn of Africa

NAIROBI, May 26 (Xinhua) -- At least seven countries in the Horn of Africa region are expected to record higher-than-normal…
Kidnappers demanded 80kg of gold worth RM40mil from victim, say Kelantan cops

Kidnappers demanded 80kg of gold worth RM40mil from victim, say Kelantan cops

KOTA BARU: Kelantan police say that the actual amount of gold demanded in ransom by four suspects who kidnapped a…
PM Anwar, Premier Li agree to enhance strategic cooperation through Asean-GCC-China Summit

PM Anwar, Premier Li agree to enhance strategic cooperation through Asean-GCC-China Summit

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Chinese Premier Li Qiang have agreed to further enhance strategic…
Renault leverages Shanghai development centre for cars aimed at markets outside Europe

Renault leverages Shanghai development centre for cars aimed at markets outside Europe

French carmaker Renault Group is using its Chinese development centre to design new models aimed at markets beyond Europe, a…
France's Macron calls for world order 'based on law' in Vietnam; denies 'domestic dispute' with wife after plane video

France’s Macron calls for world order ‘based on law’ in Vietnam; denies ‘domestic dispute’ with wife after plane video

HANOI (AFP): French President Emmanuel Macron called Monday for the preservation of a world order "based on law", as he…
Malaysia signs deal to initiate trade talks with GCC, eyes expansion of businesses

Malaysia signs deal to initiate trade talks with GCC, eyes expansion of businesses

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has set its sights on expanding trade with the oil-rich Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries after signing…
Singapore's Home Team humanoid robots to be deployed by mid-2027, RM330mil to be invested, says information minister

Singapore’s Home Team humanoid robots to be deployed by mid-2027, RM330mil to be invested, says information minister

SINGAPORE (The Straits Times/ANN): Singapore's Home Team officers will work together with their robot counterparts when the latter are deployed…
Powerful earthquake of 6.2 magnitude shakes in Istanbul

Malaysia, Indonesia to lead setting-up of Asean Halal Council

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia and Indonesia are set to lead the establishment of the Asean Halal Council to position the bloc as…
Malaysia, Singapore agree to strengthen investment and trade cooperation

Malaysia, Singapore agree to strengthen investment and trade cooperation

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia and Singapore have further agreed to enhance cooperation in investment and trade, focusing on key bilateral projects,…
Teluk Intan Municipal Council reverses decision on vandal after talks with MIC

Teluk Intan Municipal Council reverses decision on vandal after talks with MIC

PETALING JAYA: A man who was arrested for allegedly vandalising the Teluk Intan Municipal Council building has reached an agreement…
Remand extended for suspect in Bachok acid attack

Remand extended for suspect in Bachok acid attack

BACHOK: The remand order for a 38-year-old woman suspected of splashing acid on a spa owner in Beris Kubur Besar,…
Evolving ties: Malaysia and China shift from trade to innovation partnership

Evolving ties: Malaysia and China shift from trade to innovation partnership

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia and China’s partnership is evolving from traditional trade to a deeper collaboration based on innovation, talent, and…
Sungai Linggi set to boost Melaka ecotourism, says Chief Minister

Sungai Linggi set to boost Melaka ecotourism, says Chief Minister

MELAKA: Sungai Linggi is set to become a key ecotourism destination aimed at stimulating economic growth in rural areas, says…
MOOve it: Perak wants farmers to graze their cows in state-designated fields

MOOve it: Perak wants farmers to graze their cows in state-designated fields

BATU GAJAH: Perak cattle farmers have been urged to graze their animals at designated fields prepared by the state, says…
Year Six pupils in Sarawak to sit for inaugural state-level test on Oct 15-16

Year Six pupils in Sarawak to sit for inaugural state-level test on Oct 15-16

KUCHING: Sarawak's standardised assessment for Year Six pupils will get underway this October, says state Education, Innovation and Talent Development…
South Koreans eye constitutional change to president's power after martial law

South Koreans eye constitutional change to president’s power after martial law

SEOUL (Reuters) -South Korea's political crisis has ignited bipartisan calls for constitutional amendments to reshape the power of the president,…
Man, 67, falls prey to promises of profit, loses over RM625,000

Man, 67, falls prey to promises of profit, loses over RM625,000

JOHOR BARU: A 67-year-old man lost over RM625,000 after falling for a fake investment scheme that promised high returns.Johor Baru…
Asean leaders assemble in KL today for key summit, related meetings

Asean leaders assemble in KL today for key summit, related meetings

KUALA LUMPUR: South-East Asian leaders have gathered in the Malaysian capital here on Monday (May 26) to deliberate on regional…
France, Vietnam set to sign dozens of deals as Macron visits Hanoi

France, Vietnam set to sign dozens of deals as Macron visits Hanoi

HANOI (Reuters) -France and Vietnam are set to sign dozens of deals on Monday when French President Emmanuel Macron meets…