June 26, 2025
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Trump: US to begin nuclear talks with Iran next week following ‘obliterating’ strikes

ISTANBUL, June 26 — US President Donald Trump said Wednesday that nuclear talks with Iran are likely to begin next week, and he expects to seek a commitment from Tehran to abandon its nuclear ambitions — crediting recent US airstrikes for ending the war with Iran.‍

June 26, 2025
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Club World Cup: Dortmund edge past Ulsan in scorching Cincinnati to lead Group F, Fluminense advance as well

CINCINNATI, June 26 — A first-half strike from Daniel Svensson was enough to hand Borussia Dortmund a 1-0 win over Ulsan HD on Wednesday, securing the German side a spot in the last 16 of the Club World Cup.

June 26, 2025
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Study warns of deadly consequences as childhood vaccination rates decline, putting millions at risk amid resurgence of measles and polio.

PARIS, June 26 — A new study has warned that global efforts to vaccinate children against life-threatening diseases are losing ground due to widening economic inequality, the lingering impact of Covid-19 disruptions, and the spread of vaccine misinformation — placing millions of lives at risk.‍

June 26, 2025
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Gobind advocates for ethical AI governance and stronger Asean cooperation at Unesco forum

BANGKOK, June 26 — Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo showcased Malaysia’s efforts in promoting responsible artificial intelligence (AI) governance and enhancing regional collaboration at the 3rd Unesco Global Forum on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence (GFEAI 2025) on Wednesday.‍

June 26, 2025
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Education Ministry: SPM students with 10As or more guaranteed Matriculation placement, existing quota remains unchanged

KUALA LUMPUR, June 26 — All students who scored 10As and above in last year’s Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) and applied for the Matriculation Programme will be guaranteed placement, regardless of race or background.

June 26, 2025
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Local university student found dead in Cyberjaya condominium in suspected murder case.

SEPANG, June 26 — A local university student was found dead in a condominium in Cyberjaya on June 24, with authorities suspecting foul play.‍

June 25, 2025
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Neymar extends contract with Santos, sets sights on Brazil World Cup return

SAO PAULO, June 25 — Neymar has extended his contract with Brazilian club Santos until the end of 2025, as he aims to regain top form ahead of next year’s World Cup.‍

June 25, 2025
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Trump alleges Iran strikes inflicted ‘serious’ damage despite unclear intelligence findings.

THE HAGUE, June 25 — U.S. President Donald Trump claimed today that missile strikes over the weekend caused severe damage to Iranian nuclear sites, although he admitted that the intelligence available was inconclusive.‍

June 25, 2025
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Nato’s Billion-Euro Bet: Why Allies Are Preparing for Conflict and Investing Heavily in Defence

BRUSSELS, June 25 — Nato leaders are expected to approve a significant increase in defence spending at a summit in The Hague today, following a push by US President Donald Trump.

June 25, 2025
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Nilai police are investigating a case in which a female pilot was allegedly cheated out of RM194,970 in a Haj package scam.

SEREMBAN, June 24 — A female pilot has filed a police report alleging she was cheated in a Haj travel package deal, resulting in a loss of RM194,970.‍

June 25, 2025
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Sivasangari exits PSA Tour Finals in Canada after second group-stage defeat

KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 — National squash star S. Sivasangari’s bid to reach the semi-finals of the 2024/2025 PSA Squash Tour Finals came to an end after she suffered her second straight loss in Group B on Tuesday.‍

June 25, 2025
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Police: 22 theft cases reported at Terengganu ECRL sites this year, nearly RM300,000 in losses

KUALA TERENGGANU, June 25 — Terengganu police have recorded 22 theft-related incidents, including cable thefts, at East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) construction sites across the state from January 1 to May 31 this year, with estimated losses reaching nearly RM300,000.‍