April 12, 2026
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US appeals court allows temporary continuation of Trump’s US$400 million ballroom renovation, for now.

WASHINGTON, April 12 — A US federal appeals court has allowed President Donald Trump’s US$400 million (RM1.5 billion) White House ballroom renovation to proceed temporarily, while also calling for clarification on national security concerns raised by a lower court.

April 12, 2026
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An axe-wielding man damaged a US military aircraft at Ireland’s Shannon Airport, authorities said.

ISTANBUL, April 12 — A man climbed onto a parked US military aircraft at Shannon Airport in Ireland yesterday and damaged its fuselage and wing using an axe, Anadolu Ajansi reported, citing local media.

April 12, 2026
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Diabetes-related kidney disease cases are increasing, costing Malaysia RM3.3 billion annually, says the health minister.

SHAH ALAM, April 12 — The cost of treating end-stage chronic kidney disease (CKD) in Malaysia has risen sharply, from RM572 million in 2010 to RM3.3 billion annually today, driven by a steady increase in cases over the years.

April 12, 2026
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Home minister says police may pursue extradition to return overseas suspects in ‘corporate mafia’ investigation.

PENGKALAN HULU, April 12 — Police will employ all available legal mechanisms, including extradition, to assist investigations into alleged corporate manipulation activities, says Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail.

April 12, 2026
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DBKL clarifies enforcement action against unlicensed street photographers.

KUALA LUMPUR, April 12 — The presence of unlicensed street photographers promoting their services can cause public discomfort and pose safety concerns, according to Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL).

April 11, 2026
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Wolves were beaten 4-0 by West Ham, while Tottenham slipped into the Premier League bottom three following a heavy defeat.

LONDON, April 11 — West Ham moved out of the Premier League relegation zone with a commanding 4-0 victory over Wolves yesterday, a result that pushed Tottenham into the bottom three.

April 11, 2026
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New Zealand has warned that Cyclone Vaianu is expected to bring strong winds, heavy rainfall, and potential flooding.

WELLINGTON, April 11 — New Zealand’s national forecaster has warned of a potentially “life-threatening” situation as Cyclone Vaianu approaches the North Island, bringing the risk of destructive winds, heavy rain and widespread flooding.

April 11, 2026
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Donald Trump congratulated the returning Artemis astronauts, declaring that the “next step” is Mars.

WASHINGTON, April 11 — Donald Trump has congratulated the Artemis astronauts following their successful splashdown in the Pacific after completing their lunar mission, while expressing ambitions for future missions to Mars.

April 11, 2026
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Sabah is facing a critical shortage of doctors, with fewer than 3,000 currently in service compared to the estimated requirement of 9,000, according to the state health minister.

KOTA KINABALU, April 11 — Sabah currently has only about 2,884 doctors, far below the estimated requirement of 9,000, highlighting ongoing challenges in meeting the state’s healthcare needs.

April 11, 2026
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The Land Public Transport Agency has upheld a RM100,000 fine imposed on Rapid Rail following the 2021 LRT collision near KLCC.

KUALA LUMPUR, April 11 — The Land Public Transport Agency (APAD), under the Ministry of Transport (MOT), has upheld a RM100,000 compound fine against Rapid Rail Sdn Bhd (RRSB) for violating Section 101(10) of the Land Public Transport Act 2010.

April 11, 2026
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The Social Welfare Department has clarified that the officers seen in the viral video are not from its agency.

PUTRAJAYA, April 11 — The Social Welfare Department (JKM) has denied that one of its officers was involved in a viral video circulating on social media.

April 10, 2026
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Arsenal face a test against AFC Bournemouth as Manchester City close in, while Roberto De Zerbi begins his rescue mission at Tottenham Hotspur.

MANCHESTER, April 10 — The Premier League resumes this weekend after a three-week break, with key fixtures shaping the title race, European qualification hopes and relegation battle.