February 22, 2025
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PM Anwar: Malaysia and France to strengthen collaboration in AI, defense, trade, and Gaza reconstruction efforts.

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 21 — Malaysia and France have agreed to enhance collaboration in defense, economy, energy, trade, investment, tourism, and artificial intelligence, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced.

February 22, 2025
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Career Opportunities vs. Hometown Roots: Why Young Adults Are Leaving Ipoh

IPOH, Feb 22 — Known for its relaxed lifestyle and affordable living, Ipoh lacks the career growth opportunities that many young adults seek.

February 22, 2025
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Chinese Nationals Buy 8 Condos in Cash, Turn Them into Scammer Hub

KUALA LUMPUR – A syndicate operating a scam call center from eight luxury condominiums worth RM16 million at Persiaran Stonor was uncovered by police on Wednesday.

February 21, 2025
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US defence chief says Musk’s DOGE will have ‘broad access’ at Pentagon

WASHINGTON, Feb 21 – US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) will have “broad access” to eliminate programs from the previous administration at the Pentagon.

February 21, 2025
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Trump Meets with Tiger Woods, PIF, and PGA Tour Leaders to Unify Golf

WASHINGTON, Feb 21 – President Donald Trump met with golf legend Tiger Woods and leaders from the PGA and LIV golf tours today, aiming to bridge the divide between the two rival leagues.

February 21, 2025
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US Transfers Migrants from Guantanamo to Venezuela

CARACAS, Feb 21 — The United States deported 177 Venezuelan migrants from its military base in Guantánamo, Cuba, to Honduras yesterday, where they were received by the Venezuelan government.

February 21, 2025
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PM Anwar: Malaysia Focuses on Islamic Fintech and Education in Bahrain Partnership

MANAMA, Feb 21 — Malaysia and Bahrain are set to formalize several new cooperation agreements, including in financial technology (fintech), before May, following Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s official visit to the country.

February 21, 2025
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Domestic Trade Ministry Conducts Raid in Petaling Street, Seizing RM360,000 Worth of Counterfeit Goods

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 21 — The Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry (KPDN) seized 5,500 counterfeit items worth RM360,000 from 20 premises in Jalan Petaling yesterday.

February 21, 2025
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Five Eateries in Penang’s Bandar Baru Air Itam Closed for 14 Days Due to Cockroach and Rat Droppings

GEORGE TOWN, Feb 21 — The Penang City Council (MBPP) has ordered the closure of five eateries in Bandar Baru Air Itam for 14 days after discovering cockroach and rat droppings, along with poor hygiene conditions.

February 20, 2025
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Indonesia's Industrial Coal Power Expansion Undermines Emissions Pledge

JAKARTA, Feb 20 — Indonesia’s plan to expand "captive" coal plants for industrial use risks undermining its commitment to cut carbon emissions by 2030 and phase out coal power by 2040, a report warned today.

February 20, 2025
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Mbappé's Domination of Manchester City Signals Just the Beginning for Real Madrid Superstar

MADRID, Feb 20 — Kylian Mbappé’s sensational hat-trick against Manchester City secured Real Madrid’s place in the Champions League last 16, marking a defining moment in his journey with Los Blancos.

February 20, 2025
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What is the Cook Islands' Agreement with China, and Why is New Zealand Concerned?

WELLINGTON, Feb 20 — A new comprehensive partnership agreement between the Cook Islands and China has sparked concerns in New Zealand, which has a close constitutional relationship with the small Pacific nation.