February 13, 2025
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Malaysia loses to Hong Kong in Badminton Asia Mixed Team Championship opener, set for a crucial must-win match against Indonesia tomorrow.

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 13 — Malaysia suffered a narrow 3-2 defeat to Hong Kong in their opening Group B match at the 2025 Badminton Asia Mixed Team Championship (BAMTC) in Qingdao, China.

February 13, 2025
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The government suggests granting legal work rights to UNHCR refugees in Malaysia.

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 13 — The Malaysian government is exploring the possibility of providing additional social assistance to refugees registered with both the government and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), including granting them legal employment rights.

February 12, 2025
World
World
US Federal Workers Concerned for Safety After Conservative Group Releases ‘DEI Watchlist’

WASHINGTON, Feb 12 — Federal workers across US health agencies are on edge after a conservative group published more than 50 names and photos on a website, once labeling them as “targets.”

February 12, 2025
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World
Juventus Secure Victory Over PSV Eindhoven with Mbangula’s Late Winner in Champions League Playoff

TURIN, Feb 12 — Samuel Mbangula’s late strike secured Juventus a crucial 2-1 win over PSV Eindhoven in their Champions League playoff, boosting their chances of reaching the last 16.

February 12, 2025
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World
Thai PM Defends Casino Project, Citing Economic Benefits Despite Xi’s Warning on Criminal Risks

BANGKOK, Feb 12 — Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has defended her government’s casino-entertainment complex project, despite concerns raised by Chinese President Xi Jinping over potential crime risks.

February 12, 2025
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Exco: Over 900 SPM Absentees in Johor, Some Eyeing Jobs in Singapore

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 12 — More than 900 students in Johor did not sit for the SPM examination, with some believing they can secure well-paying jobs in Singapore without completing Form 5.

February 12, 2025
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Local
Two women robbed of RM50,000 by machete-wielding thief in broad daylight at Klang grocery store.

KLANG, Feb 12 — Two women were robbed of nearly RM50,000 in a broad-daylight heist at a grocery store in Bandar Parklands on Monday afternoon.

February 12, 2025
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Local
In Dewan Rakyat today: Updates on social innovation, female military personnel, and the common bar course.

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 12 — Today's Dewan Rakyat sitting will highlight the Social Innovation Policy (DIS), female military personnel, and updates on the Common Bar Course in Malaysia.

February 11, 2025
World
World
"I Would Own This": Trump Dismisses Palestinian Right of Return, Envisions Gaza as 'Riviera of the Middle East’

WASHINGTON, Feb 11 — US President Donald Trump has stated that Palestinians will not have the right to return to Gaza under his proposed redevelopment plan, contradicting earlier claims from US officials that relocation would be temporary.

February 11, 2025
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World
Ronaldo agrees to extend his contract with Saudi club Al Nassr until 2026, awaiting official confirmation.

RIYADH, Feb 11 — Cristiano Ronaldo has agreed to extend his contract with Al Nassr until June 2026, a club official confirmed.

February 11, 2025
World
World
From New Zealand realm to sovereign recognition: understanding the Cook Islands

Understanding the Cook Islands: From New Zealand Realm to Sovereign Recognition

February 11, 2025
Local
Local
EPF set to announce higher dividends of at least 6.2% for 2024.

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 10 — The Employees Provident Fund (EPF) is poised to declare higher dividends of at least 6.2% for 2024, driven by a strong market recovery, a firmer ringgit, and higher returns from fixed-income assets, according to industry experts.