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Southeast Asia's deep-tech startups look to Japan for growth

Former Rafizi aide James Chai arrives at MACC over RM1.11b semiconductor probe

PUTRAJAYA, April 28 — Former aide to Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli, Chai Jin Shern, also known as James Chai, arrived at the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) headquarters today to give his statement over a RM1.11…

Impact of China’s “Wolf Warrior Diplomacy” on Public Opinion in East Asia

Researchers show aggressive diplomatic messaging lowers China’s favorability across East Asian democracies, often triggering backlash against China China’s “Wolf Warrior Diplomacy,” known for its confrontational tone,…

Mahrang moves Supreme Court against denial of bail

ISLAMABAD: Dr Mahrang Baloch approached the Supreme Court on Mon­­day to challenge the denial of post-arrest bail in a case registered against her under the Anti-Terrorism Act (ATA), 1997. Filed by Advocate Jibran Nasir…

Jeanette Aw lost S$8,000 after her patisserie's delivery partner ran away with the money

The incident was eventually reported to the police and the matter was brought to a close, but the experience has since made the actress-baker much more cautious in running her business.

2 tourists arrested after hotpot night turns violent at Hong Kong serviced apartment

Hong Kong police have arrested two tourists after an alleged violent fight in a serviced apartment that left both with facial injuries. A source said on Tuesday that the force was alerted to the incident at K11 Artus at…

UK PM may face probe for ‘misleading’ parliament on Mandelson

LONDON: Britain’s parliament will vote on Tuesday on launching an inquiry into Prime Minister Keir Starmer to determine whe­­ther he misled the House of Commons over the app­o­intment of former US amb­assador Peter…

Appeals court sentences Rep. Kweon to 2-year prison term over funds from Unification Church

An appeals court on Tuesday sentenced Rep. Kweon Seong-dong of the main opposition People Power Party to a two-year prison term on charges of accepting illegal political funds from the Unification Church. The Seoul High…

University of Seoul professors selected for technology commercialization project

Two University of Seoul professors have been selected for a government-led support program for technology commercialization, the university said Monday. The two are Professor Song Oh-sung of the Department of Materials…

Palestinians use war rubble to restore shattered Gaza streets

• Operations delayed by hidden explosives, hazardous conditions beneath ruins • UNDP says clearing rubble may take seven years in ideal conditions • Palestinian labourers face daily danger from unstable sites, crossfire…

Muted traffic in Hormuz strains Gulf economies

• Seven ships pass vital waterway in a day, compared to pre-war average of 140 • Iranian lawmaker says military to manage maritime route as UN chief urges toll-free waterway • UAE rebukes Gulf allies for ‘meek’…

Shrinking snow forebodes water scarcity in Indus basin

• Decline in seasonal snow continues to affect Hindu Kush-Himalaya region for fourth consecutive year • Ten major Asian river basins witness below-normal snow levels • ICIMOD report highlights urgent need for stronger…

Appeals court sentences Rep. Kweon to 2-yr prison term over funds from Unification Church

An appeals court on Tuesday sentenced Rep. Kweon Seong-dong of the main opposition People Power Party to a two-year prison term on charges of accepting illegal political funds from the Unification Church. The Seoul High…

Russia backs Iran as peace efforts with US remain stalled

• Putin says Moscow will do everything to secure peace deal • Araghchi blames ‘excessive US demands’ for failure of dialogue • White House stays mum as Trump meets security aides to discuss Tehran’s proposal • Rubio…

Korean lawmakers blast US pressure over Coupang probe

Korea's ruling bloc lawmakers on Tuesday condemned what they described as U.S. political pressure over a Korean investigation into e-commerce giant Coupang, calling it “an infringement on judicial sovereignty” and…

Elena Rybakina crashes out of Madrid Open as Aryna Sabalenka beats Naomi Osaka

The Australian Open champion fell to a shock defeat by Anastasia Potapova on Monday, while the Belarusian world No. 1 clinched a gripping battle to reach the quarter-finals.

Want to change the N. Sembilan MB? Vote of no confidence still the ‘gold standard’, lawyers say

KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 — Would the current Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar lose his position just because a group of lawmakers publicly declare that they have lost confidence in him? Constitutional lawyers told Malay Mail…

Celebrating excellence: Prof Hew Choy Sin receives distinguished orchid research honour

Professor Hew Choy Sin, who retired from the NUS Department of Biological Sciences in 2004, was conferred the prestigious AOS Orchid Research Award (AOSORA) by the American Orchid Society (AOS) in February 2026. The…

Malaysia must build own AI capability, strengthen cybersecurity, says Fahmi

KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 — Malaysia should not merely be a user of artificial intelligence (AI) technology, but needs to develop its own capabilities in the field, said Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. He said…

Malaysia steps up measures to cushion impact of global supply crisis, says finance minister’s pol-sec

KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 — The government remains committed to safeguarding the welfare of the people through various targeted subsidies and assistance, despite challenges arising from the global supply crisis and…