May 10, 2025
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Putrajaya and Sarawak to settle all outstanding Petronas-Petros matters through dialogue, says PMO

KUALA LUMPUR, May 10 — Putrajaya and the Sarawak government have agreed to resolve all matters involving Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas) and Petroleum Sarawak Bhd (Petros) through dialogue, the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) announced.‍

May 10, 2025
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Penang ferry rides to be free on Wesak Day, announces port commission GEORGE TOWN

GEORGE TOWN, May 10 — Malaysians can enjoy free ferry rides this Wesak Day, May 12, as part of an initiative by the Penang Port Commission (SPPP) and Penang Port Sdn Bhd (PPSB).‍

May 10, 2025
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Anwar retains PKR presidency unchallenged in 2025 party elections as no contenders emerge for top post.

KUALA LUMPUR, May 10 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will remain as president of Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) after securing the position unopposed in the party’s 2025 elections, which closed for nominations at 11.59pm last night.‍

May 9, 2025
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Blaze at Tampines industrial building prompts evacuation of nearby schools and offices

SINGAPORE, May 9 — A fire broke out at a two-storey industrial building in Tampines this afternoon, sending thick smoke into the sky and leading to the evacuation of nearby offices and schools.

May 9, 2025
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World
Snooker star Zhao Xintong cues up China’s rise to global dominance in the sport

BEIJING, May 9 — Zhao Xintong’s groundbreaking World Snooker Championship victory is expected to propel the sport to new heights in China, fueling hopes the country could soon dominate the global snooker scene.

May 9, 2025
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World
Former PM Thaksin denied travel request as Thai court blocks Qatar visit for talks with Trump

BANGKOK, May 9 — A Thai court has denied former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra’s request to travel to Qatar, where he said he planned to meet US President Donald Trump for informal trade talks.

May 9, 2025
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Sixteen foreigners, including children, freed from forced labour in raids throughout KL and Selangor

KUALA LUMPUR, May 9 — Sixteen foreign nationals, including seven children, were rescued from forced labour during a police operation conducted yesterday.‍

May 9, 2025
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Dr Mahathir warns Trump’s tariffs will backfire, expects policy reversal within three months

PUTRAJAYA, May 9 — Former Malaysian Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad has predicted that US President Donald Trump will be forced to reconsider his tough global tariff policies within three months, warning that the strategy will ultimately harm the United States and turn Americans against their leader.‍

May 9, 2025
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Wesak Day float procession in Brickfields expected to attract a large crowd this Monday

KUALA LUMPUR, May 9 — An estimated 25,000 devotees are expected to participate in the Wesak Day float procession this Monday (May 12), beginning at the Buddhist Maha Vihara in Brickfields.‍

May 8, 2025
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World
Man Charged Over Rush-Hour Knife Attack on Tokyo Subway That Injured Two

TOKYO, May 8 — Tokyo police have charged a man with attempted murder following a knife attack on the subway during rush hour that reportedly left two people injured.

May 8, 2025
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World
France aims to deploy combat-ready robots by 2040, with early prototypes already undergoing battlefield testing.

BEYNES, France (May 8) — France is on track to field battle-ready robots by 2040, according to military officials and technology partners involved in a recent collaborative exercise that brought together engineers, researchers, and defense contractors.‍

May 8, 2025
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World
Arsenal's hopes of European glory are dashed as PSG secures a spot in the Champions League final.

PARIS, May 8 — Paris Saint-Germain secured a spot in the Champions League final with a 2-1 win over Arsenal in the second leg of their semi-final tie yesterday, completing a 3-1 aggregate victory.‍