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Starmer’s troubles breathe new life into Scotland’s nationalists

Most agree the Scottish National Party's track record is patchy, but opinion polls suggest it's on course to win a fifth straight term with Labour not even sure of second place.

Asia battles rising, uneven toll of energy crisis caused by Iran war

Governments in Asia, the top oil importing region, are scrambling to find alternatives and insulate their economies from the worst of the energy crisis triggered by the Iran war , but the pain is getting increasingly…

Anwar: Govt to expand Jualan Rahmah with weekly sales in all state constituencies

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 — The government will expand its Jualan Rahmah Madani initiative to be held weekly in every state constituency nationwide, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced today. He said the move is…

Pakatan presidential council to meet ahead of talks with BN, says Saifuddin Nasution amid speculation over N. Sembilan

SEPANG, May 5 — Pakatan Harapan’s (PH) presidential council will hold a meeting this evening before speaking to leaders of Barisan Nasional later today as the alliance between the two coalitions face a critical test in…

Taiwan president says island has ‘right to engage with the world’

By Joy Chiang Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te said Tuesday the democratic island has the “right to engage with the world”, after he returned from a trip to Africa that Taipei has accused Beijing of trying to derail.…

Anwar orders rent cuts at federal govt-linked premises to aid small traders, urges states and local councils to follow suit

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 — Putrajaya will lower rental rates at federal government-owned commercial premises from this month to ease cost pressures on small traders, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said today. He…

Japan's startup ambitions collide with harassment concerns

Hot weather to persist in Karachi but temperature to stay below 40°C

KARACHI: The Pakistan Meteorological Department has predicted the temperature in Karachi Division to remain hot but below 40°C. According to the PMD’s weather forecast till Thursday, “hot and humid” weather is expected…

Umno to stay in Negeri Sembilan unity government, says Zahid

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 — Umno has no intention of becoming the opposition in Negeri Sembilan and will continue supporting and remain as part of the state’s Unity Government, party president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi…

Hong Kong proposes tighter claw machine regulations over addiction fears

Hong Kong authorities have proposed tightening the regulation of claw machine shops by implementing a licensing regime to curb addiction risks. A claw machine in Hong Kong. Photo: Kyle Lam/HKFP. The Home and Youth…

Johor govt aims to fill remaining 59pc vacancies at Pasir Gudang Hospital by September

ISKANDAR PUTERI, May 5 — The Johor government is aiming to fill the remaining 59 per cent of vacancies at Pasir Gudang Hospital (HPG) by September. Johor Health and Environment Committee chairman Ling Tian Soon said…

Ex-Nadra Chairman Tariq Malik included in US-based company's list recognising digital identity pioneers

ISLAMABAD: Former Nadra Chairman Tariq Malik has been named one of the world’s top 25 identity leaders by US-based company Okta. The list , by Okta Ventures, the venture investment arm of Okta, is a “diverse compilation…

7 universities chosen for new AI education push

The Ministry of Science and ICT said Tuesday it has selected seven universities from among 10 schools to lead the training of artificial intelligence (AI) talent under a new “AI-focused university” initiative. The…

'Admitting biological men': US govt investigates Smith College for enrolling trans women— what education law says

The US department of education has opened an investigation into Smith College over its admission policy allowing transgender women to enrol. The inquiry will examine compliance with Title IX rules on sex-based…

Will Korea limit minors to stripped-down smartphones?

Concerns over children’s smartphone use in South Korea are intensifying, as calls grow for limits on minors’ access to social media and for child-friendly devices with restricted functions. A recent survey found that…

Drunk driver remanded seven days in murder probe over fatal Jalan Ampang crash that killed married couple

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 — A fatal crash involving a married couple on Jalan Ampang last Saturday is now being investigated as murder. Kuala Lumpur Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department chief Assistant…

HSBC profit flat as Middle East provisions offset wealth growth

HSBC, Hong Kong’s largest lender, reported broadly flat first-quarter profit as lower interest rates and provisions linked to the Middle East conflict offset solid growth in its wealth management business. Net profit…

Prominent cleric Muhammad Idrees gunned down in KP's Charsadda

CHARSADDA: Renowned cleric Maulana Muhammad Idrees was killed on Tuesday after unidentified assailants opened fire on him, police said. According to police, two police officials were also injured in the incident. The…

Hong Kong gov’t collects record high tax revenue of HK$458 billion, boosted by stamp duty

The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has announced that tax revenue jumped by 22 per cent in the 2025-26 fiscal year, hitting a record high of HK$458.3 billion. Commissioner of Inland Revenue Benjamin Chan (centre),…

Why should students start career planning right after Class 10?

The choice of career should begin after Class 10. Know what, how to check and plan your career if you are a Class 10 student.