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Anwar: International engagement key to strengthening understanding between nations

KAZAN, June 18 — In a world that continues to face various challenges and uncertainties, platforms for engagement, such as the Asean-Russia Commemorative Summit and bilateral relations between countries, are highly…

Australia news live: Non-stop Sydney-London flights delayed again; anti-abortion bill blocked in SA

Qantas now says first Project Sunrise flight due to take off in November 2027. Follow today’s news live Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Good morning and welcome to our live news blog. I’m…

Starbucks in South Korea to close all stores early for history training

The move comes after a promotional event sparked harsh criticism from customers and politicians, including President Lee Jae Myung.

Elon Musk's AI tool Grok was used in strikes against Iran: US govt

Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence tool Grok was used in strikes against Iran, the United States government revealed in a legal briefing seen Tuesday by AFP. The June 15 brief defends the gas turbines used by a giant…

Energy sector in focus as Anwar says Tatarstan’s oil strength offers Malaysia downstream and petrochemical opportunities

KAZAN, June 17 — Malaysia and the Republic of Tatarstan have vast potential to expand cooperation in various fields, including trade, investment, education, tourism, the halal industry, technology and talent…

Here comes the boom: Malaysia inks deal for France’s Caesar mobile artillery and local tech transfer

KUALA LUMPUR, June 17 — Malaysia has significantly upgraded its land-based firepower, securing 18 Caesar artillery systems in a deal announced yesterday at the Eurosatory 2026 international defence and security…

PUNJAB BUDGET 2026-27: Punjab eyes Rs910bn surplus in Rs5.9tr budget

• Minister says no additional tax burden placed on public • Insists budget focuses on welfare, growth, self-reliance • Govt employees get 7pc salary raise; pensions increased by 3.5pc • Province targets Rs1.21tr revenue…

Can Hong Kong make a giant leap to commercial space insurance?

Some may feel a lump in their throats as they watch Hong Kong’s first astronaut, Lai Ka-ying, make history, but few see it as anything more than an inspirational story for our youth. In reality, space, which can feel…

Teng, Lee make Taiwanese MLB history

Is your shrimp from Thailand? What Malaysia’s import ban means for consumers and Thai farmers

KUALA LUMPUR, June 17 — A trade dispute between Malaysia and Thailand has escalated from sea bass inspections to a temporary ban on Thai shrimp imports. With bilateral tensions rising, Bangkok is now threatening to take…

Why do Korean protesters wave American flags?

SEATTLE — As protests over South Korea's ballot shortage controversy continue, many foreign observers are asking an unusual question: Why are American flags being waved at a protest over a Korean election? Images from…

Aurangzeb terms Asaan Tax scheme for traders a ‘paradigm shift’

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb on Tuesday termed the launch of the Asaan Tax scheme for traders a “paradigm shift”, adding that the government had to start somewhere in its efforts to widen the tax net. In an…

Judge: Najib’s lack of remorse, role in siphoning 1MDB money were factors when deciding his jail, RM13b sentence

KUALA LUMPUR, June 16 — How did the High Court decide on how many years to imprison and how much to fine former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak in the RM2.2 billion 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) trial? Trial…

'Snow Princess' Eileen Gu graduates from Stanford University

Eileen Gu, a two-time Olympic champion and the most decorated freestyle skier in Olympic history, has shared a series of photos from her graduation ceremony at Stanford University after balancing elite sports and…

How far back does 'Hipdang-dong' go?

For years, a sign above a side street next to Exit 1 of Sindang Station on Seoul Metro lines 2 and 6 announced that visitors were entering the “Seoul Central Market Furniture District.” Then, in 2023, this was replaced…

Pinky’s long-running drug network targeted elite areas, students: IO

KARACHI: The investigating officer (IO) of a case against alleged cocaine dealer Anmol Pinky on Monday filed an interim charge sheet, stating that the accused had been involved in drug trafficking for the last 16 years…

Lukaku spoils Salah’s big day as Belgium and Egypt draw

SEATTLE: Belgium and Egypt drew 1-1 in their World Cup opener on Monday after a second-half Belgian equalizer spoiled Mohamed Salah’s 34th birthday. Emam Ashour opened the scoring early in the first half in Seattle,…

First Direct Detection of Star-Forming Gas in Early Galaxies

First Direct Detection of Star-Forming Gas in Early Galaxies Astronomical observations provide new insights into how galaxies formed and grew during the Universe’s first billion years Understanding how galaxies formed…

UK court upholds Britain's ban on Palestine Action group

The British government’s decision to ban the pro-Palestinian campaign group Palestine Action as a terrorist organisation is lawful because of its support for violence, London’s Court of Appeal ruled on Monday. Palestine…

Malaysia to discuss in-car cameras for e-hailing drivers after assault cases rise

SEPANG, June 15 — The Transport Ministry is weighing new safeguards to shield e-hailing drivers from passenger violence, even as it doubles down on a strict crackdown against transport firms that flout safety standards.…