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World’s oceans hit record June temperatures as El Nino and climate change drive global heat, says EU monitor
PARIS, July 1 — The world’s oceans just experienced their hottest June on record and could set fresh highs in the months ahead as El Nino and climate change drive […]
Asian markets mixed as yen hovers near four‑decade lows, US jobs data in focus
HONG KONG, July 1 — Asian stocks were mixed today as investors nervously awaited key US jobs data that could help determine the Federal Reserve’s next interest rate decision, while […]
Johor polls bring unexpected boost for hawkers as campaign crowds drive sales
 KLUANG, July 1 — The Johor State Election Season is proving to be more than just a democratic exercise, as it has become an unexpected economic boost for petty traders […]
Wildlife attacks, pests caused over RM1.4m in farm losses in 2025-2026, deputy minister says
KUALA LUMPUR, July 1 — Deputy Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Chan Foong Hin said wildlife attacks and pest infestations continue to pose a significant threat to Malaysia’s agricultural […]
Johor polls: Candidates turn to hybrid campaigning as digital politics reshapes voter outreach
 JOHOR BAHRU, July 1 — Election campaigning has shifted dramatically from the traditional politik balai raya (community hall politics) to a hybrid model that blends grassroots engagement with digital […]
Sarawak, Brunei police strengthen cooperation to tackle cross-border security challenges
 MIRI, July 1 — Sarawak Police Commissioner Datuk Mohamad Zainal Abdullah led a delegation from the Sarawak Police Contingent to a bilateral relations meeting with the Royal Brunei Police Force […]
Anwar calls for fairer global financial system as AI reshapes finance
KUALA LUMPUR, July 1 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today called for a fairer global financial system as artificial intelligence reshapes finance, saying new technologies should help reduce […]
UN alters budget rules to ease cash crunch, blocking refund claims from debtor states
NEW YORK, July 1 — The UN General Assembly yesterday made a new rule to bar member states from demanding return of unspent funds before paying their contributions to the […]
Ethics filings show Trump made about US$1.2b from crypto activities in 2025
NEW YORK, July 1 — President Donald Trump recorded around US$1.2 billion (RM4.9 billion) in income from his cryptocurrency activities in 2025, according to documents released yesterday by the US […]
Bursa Malaysia starts second half of 2026 firmer as US-Iran talks lift sentiment
KUALA LUMPUR, July 1 — Bursa Malaysia kicked off the second half of 2026 on a positive note, buoyed by stronger overnight gains on Wall Street and improving market sentiment […]