May 19, 2025
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Five dead, several missing as heavy rains spark flooding and landslide concerns in southern China

HONG KONG, May 19 — Torrential rains over the weekend in China’s southern Guangdong and Guangxi provinces have claimed five lives and left several people missing, as authorities raised alarms over potential flooding, landslides, and other geological hazards in the region.‍

May 19, 2025
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PM commends national sepak takraw team after close Asian Cup defeat: ‘A loss is not a failure’

KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 — Malaysia’s national sepak takraw squad delivered a commendable performance and showcased remarkable resilience in the final match of the 2025 Asian Cup Sepak Takraw Championship, which concluded yesterday.

May 19, 2025
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Proposal for Mobile Social Support Centres in Sabah to Assist Women Affected by Domestic Violence

PENAMPANG, May 19 — The National Welfare Foundation (YKN) has proposed the establishment of mobile Local Social Support Centres (PSSS) in Sabah to assist women experiencing domestic violence, particularly in rural areas.‍

May 19, 2025
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Zahid: Over 100,000 Youth Apply for TVET as Government Boosts Skills Training Initiatives

KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 — Since the centralisation of the intake process under the TVET Intake Unit (UPTVET) early last month, over 106,000 youth nationwide have applied for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) courses.‍

May 18, 2025
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McLaren’s Oscar Piastri Claims Imola Pole as Ferrari Struggles and Verstappen Secures Second in Action-Packed Qualifying

IMOLA (Italy), May 18 — Formula One championship leader Oscar Piastri remained composed under pressure to secure pole position for McLaren at the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix on Saturday, with Red Bull’s Max Verstappen joining him on the front row.

May 18, 2025
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Mexican Navy Sailboat Collides with Brooklyn Bridge During New York Visit, Injuries Reported

NEW YORK, May 18 — A Mexican Navy training ship adorned with lights and a massive flag collided with the iconic Brooklyn Bridge on Saturday night, slicing off the tops of its masts and injuring at least 19 people, according to New York City Mayor Eric Adams.‍

May 18, 2025
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Car bomb outside US fertility clinic kills one, injures four; FBI investigating as targeted terror attack.

LOS ANGELES, May 18 — A deadly explosion outside a fertility clinic in Palm Springs, California, has been declared an act of terrorism by the FBI. The blast occurred Saturday, killing one person and injuring four others.‍

May 18, 2025
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Storm causes destruction in Ipoh, damaging homes and injuring five people

IPOH, May 18 — A storm that hit Ipoh yesterday evening damaged eight houses at Lebuh Rajawali in Kampung Dato’ Ahmad Said Tambahan 2, though most residents escaped unscathed.‍

May 18, 2025
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Form Six admission results available online starting tomorrow, with appeal submissions open until May 25.

KUALA LUMPUR, May 18 — Admission offers for Form Six Semester 1 for the 2025 academic year will be available online starting tomorrow (May 19) via https://sst6.moe.gov.my/ or through the students' respective schools.‍

May 18, 2025
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No formal farewell was held, but fans arrived early to bid farewell to giant pandas Fu Wa and Feng Yi.

KUALA LUMPUR, May 18 — Around 40 panda enthusiasts gathered at Zoo Negara early this morning to bid farewell to giant pandas Fu Wa and Feng Yi. After residing at the zoo since May 2014, the beloved duo are now heading back to China, leaving behind a loyal group of Malaysian fans.

May 17, 2025
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‘If You Can Party, You Can Work’: Flick Issues Warning as Champions Barca Aim for Strong Finish

BARCELONA, May 17 — Barcelona’s players marked their 28th LaLiga title with a jubilant open-top bus parade alongside thousands of fans yesterday, but coach Hansi Flick was quick to refocus the squad, reminding them the season isn’t over yet.‍

May 17, 2025
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Italian Government to Israel: ‘Stop the Attacks’ in Gaza

ROME, May 17 — Italy's government has intensified its calls for an end to Israel's military operations in Gaza, with Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani declaring, “Enough with the attacks.”‍