WASHINGTON, April 7 — US President Donald Trump claimed yesterday that China would have agreed to a TikTok sale deal if not for the new tariffs imposed by Washington last week.‍

SUZUKA, April 7 — Max Verstappen claimed victory at the Japanese Grand Prix from pole position, finishing ahead of McLaren’s Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, while Yuki Tsunoda ended his Red Bull debut in 12th place.

WASHINGTON, April 7 — US President Donald Trump reaffirmed his commitment to sweeping global tariffs on Saturday, warning Americans of challenging times ahead but promising long-term gains in jobs, investment, and national prosperity.‍

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 — Malaysia is seeking clarification from the United States regarding the recently announced 24 per cent retaliatory tariff, said Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Datuk Seri Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz.‍

SUBANG JAYA, April 7 — Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Razarudin Husain said the investigation into the gas pipeline explosion in Putra Heights has been expanded to cover possible criminal elements and broader aspects of negligence.

KOTA KINABALU, April 6 — Those responsible for the brutal killing of Borneo pygmy elephants in Sabah will face the full force of the law, warns Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk Christina Liew.

SUZUKA, April 6 (MYT) — Kimi Antonelli has set his sights on claiming his first Formula One victory after making history as the youngest driver ever to lead a Grand Prix during Sunday’s race in Japan.‍

JERUSALEM, April 6 — The Israeli military has revised its initial account regarding the deaths of 15 emergency responders near Rafah in southern Gaza last month, following the release of video evidence, while stating that the incident remains under investigation.

PANAMA CITY, April 6 — Panama is seeking to uphold a “respectful” relationship with the United States, even as President Donald Trump continues to threaten a U.S. takeover of the Panama Canal, Foreign Minister Javier Martinez-Acha said yesterday.

SEPANG, April 6 — Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto arrived in Malaysia today for a meeting with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim scheduled for tonight.

JOHOR BARU, April 6 — A 45-year-old company manager has lost RM651,800 after falling victim to a fraudulent stock investment scheme promoted on Facebook earlier this year.