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Trump seeks ‘big hug’ from Xi as US-China tensions shadow Beijing summit
BEIJING, May 14 — US President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping are set to tackle thorny issues dividing the two superpowers when they meet in Beijing on Thursday, […]
Southwest Monsoon begins today, Zahid urges Malaysians to brace for hotter days, sudden storms
KUALA LUMPUR, May 14 — The public has been advised to stay alert to current weather developments as the country is expected to enter the Southwest Monsoon phase from today […]
In India, heat-triggered insurance offers ‘some relief’
AHMEDABAD (India), May 14 — Clothes seller Lata Solanki used to face a devastating choice when India’s summer heat hit dangerous levels: risk her health going door-to-door for sales, or […]
What is Pinduoduo and how is its bargain-driven model reshaping Malaysians’ shopping experience?
KUALA LUMPUR, May 14 — In Malaysia’s crowded and seemingly expanding e-commerce space, a different kind of competitor is gaining attention and making notable inroads — one where price trumps […]
US social media safety bill advances as key Republican support strengthens push
WASHINGTON, May 13 — US legislation that would require social media companies to take more responsibility for how their apps affect children and teens overcame a key hurdle on Tuesday, […]
Poor planning fuels Bangladesh contraceptive crisis
DHAKA, May 13 — Bangladesh’s once-praised family planning system is buckling under severe contraceptive shortages, raising fears of a rise in unplanned pregnancies in one of the world’s most densely […]
Report: Amazon rainforest ‘under attack’ from organised crime
BRASÍLIA, May 13 — Organised crime in South America is a growing threat to the Amazon rainforest, according to a report published yesterday, as the encroachment of criminal groups into […]
Chaos erupts, gunshots heard at Philippine Senate, as senator resists ICC arrest
MANILA, May 13 — Volleys of gunshots were heard at the Philippine Senate today and people were told to run for cover, Reuters witnesses heard, as chaos mounted in anticipation […]
Ulu Bendul park closed after four suspected leptospirosis cases detected in Negeri Sembilan
SEREMBAN, May 13 — The Negeri Sembilan Health Department (JKNNS) has detected four suspected cases of leptospirosis, or rat urine disease, at the Taman Eko Rimba Ulu Bendul recreational park […]
Sabah postpones federal border agency rollout over immigration autonomy fears under MA63
KOTA KINABALU, May 13 — The Sabah government has decided to postpone the Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) policy and implementation until it receives assurances that the move […]