April 6, 2026
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Donald Trump warns Iran to reopen strait or face severe consequences

WASHINGTON, April 6 — US President Donald Trump issued a stark warning to Iran, threatening major strikes on civilian infrastructure if Tehran does not reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid rising global oil prices.

April 6, 2026
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Nepal court prolongs detention of former PM KP Sharma Oli over deadly protest crackdown

KATHMANDU, April 6 — A Nepal court has extended the detention of former prime minister KP Sharma Oli and ex-home minister Ramesh Lekhak by another five days as authorities continue investigating their alleged roles in last year’s deadly protest crackdown.

April 6, 2026
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Hot, dry conditions spark three bushfires in Pasir Mas, quickly brought under control by firefighters

KOTA BHARU, April 6 — Firefighters from the Rantau Panjang Fire and Rescue Station (BBP) successfully contained three bushfires yesterday, two in Tasek Bakong and one in Banggol Kulim, Pasir Mas.

April 6, 2026
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Ministry suspends grants amid probe into fund misuse and safety issues at Taman Wahyu PPDK

PUTRAJAYA, April 6 — The Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development (KPWKM) has halted grant payments to the Taman Wahyu Community-Based Rehabilitation Organisation (PPDK) in Kuala Lumpur following a probe into alleged mismanagement of funds and safety concerns involving trainees.

April 6, 2026
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Melaka denies viral claims of water supply disruptions

MELAKA, April 6 — Melaka State Secretary Datuk Azhar Arshad has dismissed claims circulating on social media about water rationing in the state.

April 5, 2026
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World
Messi nets in Inter Miami debut as MLS champions settle for 2-2 draw with Austin FC

MIAMI, April 5 — Lionel Messi celebrated the debut of Inter Miami’s new stadium with a goal as the MLS champions played to a 2-2 draw against Austin FC.

April 5, 2026
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World
Mussolini’s 130-year-old seaside home sold for €1.2m, now owned by Italian council

ROME, April 5 — The former seaside summer residence of Italian dictator Benito Mussolini has been sold for €1.2 million and is now owned by the local council, municipal officials confirmed.

April 5, 2026
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World
On Easter, Pope Leo calls on global leaders to end conflicts and reject conquest

VATICAN CITY, April 5 — Pope Leo called on world leaders in his Easter message to end ongoing conflicts and reject ambitions of power, conquest, and domination.

April 5, 2026
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From film to animation: DPM Zahid to head new council boosting Malaysia’s orange economy

JOHOR BAHRU, April 5 — The government will soon establish the Orange Economic Council to boost Malaysia’s creative industry, which is viewed as a key contributor to economic growth amid the ongoing global energy crisis.

April 5, 2026
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Malaysia remains confident of attracting 2.1 million Indian tourists despite West Asia travel concerns

NEW DELHI, April 5 — Malaysia is confident of surpassing two million tourist arrivals from India, maintaining optimism that travel demand will remain strong despite global disruptions linked to the West Asia conflict.

April 5, 2026
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Melaka authorities confirm no water rationing, dismiss viral claims

MELAKA, April 5 — The Melaka Water Regulatory Authority (BKSA), under the Chief Minister’s Department, has refuted viral claims on social media alleging water rationing in the state.

April 4, 2026
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Liverpool warned as Dembele shines for PSG with spectacular volley and two-goal performance.

PARIS, April 4 — Ousmane Dembele scored twice, including a brilliant opening volley, as Paris Saint-Germain defeated Toulouse 3-1 yesterday, strengthening their hold atop Ligue 1 ahead of their Champions League quarter-final clash with Liverpool.