June 11, 2025
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Petrol bombs, fires, and rising fear as racial tensions erupt in Northern Ireland town after teen rape allegations

BALLYMENA, June 11 — Violent unrest erupted for a second consecutive night in the Northern Irish town of Ballymena, following what police described as “racially motivated” attacks that began after the arrest of two teenagers accused of attempting to rape a young girl.‍

June 11, 2025
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World
Trump deploys Marines to Los Angeles as immigration arrest protests escalate: ‘Strike harder than ever’

LOS ANGELES, June 11 — President Donald Trump has ordered the deployment of active-duty U.S. Marines along with an additional 2,000 National Guard troops to Los Angeles, vowing a tougher crackdown on protests sparked by immigration arrests.‍

June 11, 2025
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Following the Gerik tragedy, Yayasan Terengganu considers partnering with reputable bus operators for student transportation.

KUALA TERENGGANU, June 11 — Yayasan Terengganu (YT) is considering forming partnerships with reputable bus operators to provide transport for members of Persatuan Mahasiswa Anak Terengganu (Permata) returning home during festive seasons or long holidays.‍

June 11, 2025
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Police: Bus driver in fatal crash that killed 15 UPSI students had 18 prior summonses, including 13 for speeding

PETALING JAYA, June 10 — The driver of the bus involved in the tragic crash that claimed the lives of 15 Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) students had a history of 18 traffic summonses, according to Bukit Aman Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department director, Yusri Hassan Basri.‍

June 11, 2025
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"I woke up to find a body lying on top of me": Survivor recalls the terrifying Gerik bus crash.

GERIK, June 11 — The fatal crash at KM53 of the East-West Highway (JRTB) near Tasik Banding, Gerik, which claimed the lives of 15 students from Sultan Idris Education University (UPSI), has undoubtedly left a lasting psychological impact on the survivors.‍

June 10, 2025
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World
High-Stakes Debut: Fifa’s Billion-Dollar Club World Cup Launches Amid Doubts

MIAMI, June 10 — Boasting an eye-popping US$1 billion (RM4.2 billion) prize pool, football’s biggest stars, and top clubs from around the globe, Fifa’s revamped Club World Cup is aiming to make a grand entrance.‍

June 10, 2025
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World
Israel moves to deport Gaza-bound aid ship activists, including Greta Thunberg

GAZA, June 10 — Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg and other campaigners detained aboard a Gaza-bound aid vessel have been taken to Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion Airport for deportation, Israel announced Tuesday, after naval forces intercepted their boat.

June 10, 2025
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World
‘Reckless’ deployment: Trump sends National Guard and Marines to LA, drawing sharp criticism from California Governor Newsom

WASHINGTON, June 10 — The Trump administration announced Monday it was deploying 700 US Marines and thousands more National Guard troops to Los Angeles, prompting strong condemnation from California Governor Gavin Newsom, who called the move “deranged.”‍

June 10, 2025
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Local
Strong winds damage 75 homes in Temerloh

KUANTAN, June 10 — A total of 75 homes were damaged after heavy rain and strong winds swept through several areas in Temerloh yesterday evening.‍

June 10, 2025
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Local
Transport minister says mandatory speed limiters for heavy vehicles being considered following deadly UPSI student bus crash

KUALA LUMPUR, June 10 — The government is in the process of drafting a new policy that will require heavy vehicles to be equipped with mandatory speed limiters, as part of broader efforts to improve road safety.

June 10, 2025
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Local
Police will question the bus driver after hospital discharge; remand request on hold for now.

IPOH, June 10 — Police plan to seek a remand order for the driver involved in the deadly crash that claimed the lives of 15 Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) students, once he is discharged from hospital.‍

June 9, 2025
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World
Portugal clinch Nations League title with flawless penalty shootout win over Spain

MUNICH (Germany), June 9 — Ruben Neves netted the winning penalty after Alvaro Morata’s miss, as Portugal edged Spain 5-3 in a shootout following a 2-2 draw to secure their second UEFA Nations League title.