February 25, 2025
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Judge Delays Decision on AP's Access to White House Events

WASHINGTON, Feb 25 – A U.S. judge has refused to immediately reinstate the Associated Press’s access to President Donald Trump’s events, following the White House’s decision to bar AP journalists from the Oval Office and Air Force One.

February 25, 2025
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Tanaka Scores as Championship Leaders Leeds Secure Late Win Over Sheffield United

LONDON, Feb 25, 2025 — Leeds United extended their lead at the top of the Championship with a dramatic 3-1 comeback win over Sheffield United at Bramall Lane.

February 25, 2025
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"North Koreans Endure Years of Forced Labor on Chinese Ships, Report Reveals”

North Koreans have been forced to work on Chinese-flagged fishing vessels for up to a decade without setting foot on land, facing harsh conditions and abuse, according to a report by the London-based Environmental Justice Foundation (EJF).

February 25, 2025
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Individual Arrested for Skipping Court Appearance in False Social Media Claims Case Involving King and Rulers

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 25 — Authorities have arrested an individual who failed to appear in court to face charges related to false social media content implicating the Yang di-Pertuan Agong and the Conference of Rulers.‍

February 25, 2025
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Jakim Open to Collaborating with Influencers to Tackle Misinformation

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 25 — The Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (Jakim) is ready to collaborate with influencers and social media content creators to ensure greater caution when addressing sensitive issues online, said its Director-General Datuk Sirajuddin Suhaimee.

February 25, 2025
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In Dewan Rakyat Today: Urban Renewal Bill, Flood Mitigation, and Minimum Wage Take Center Stage

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 25 — Key issues, including the proposed Urban Renewal Bill, flood mitigation strategies, and the minimum wage, are set to dominate today's Dewan Rakyat session.

February 24, 2025
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Bomb scare forces New Delhi-bound American Airlines flight to make emergency landing in Rome, escorted by Italian fighter jets; all passengers safe.

ROME, Feb 24 — An American Airlines flight from New York to New Delhi was diverted to Rome following an "alleged bomb scare," an Italian airport spokesperson confirmed.

February 24, 2025
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West Ham dent Arsenal's title hopes, while Manchester United salvage a draw against Everton.

LONDON, Feb 23 — Arsenal's Premier League title hopes took a major hit with a shocking 1-0 defeat to West Ham, while Manchester United staged a late comeback to draw 2-2 at Everton.‍

February 24, 2025
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"What Did You Do Last Week?": US Federal Agencies Instruct Employees to Ignore

WASHINGTON, Feb 24 — Several US federal agencies have instructed employees not to immediately respond to an email from Elon Musk, a top adviser to President Donald Trump, demanding a list of their weekly accomplishments or risk termination.‍

February 24, 2025
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‘Create unity in Europe’: Merz’s victory in German election sparks coalition talks and US criticism

BERLIN, Feb 24 — Friedrich Merz is poised to become Germany’s next chancellor after his conservative CDU/CSU bloc won the national election. However, he faces tough coalition negotiations following the far-right AfD’s historic second-place finish.‍

February 24, 2025
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In Dewan Rakyat Today: Scrutiny on Public Fund Mismanagement and Bullying at Military College

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 24 — The Dewan Rakyat will address issues of public fund management and bullying at the Royal Military College today.‍

February 24, 2025
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Zahid urges EC to consider Ramadan when setting the Ayer Kuning by-election date.

TAWAU, Feb 24 — Umno president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi hopes the Election Commission (EC) will take the upcoming Ramadan into account when setting the Ayer Kuning by-election date.‍