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Putrajaya residents told not to panic over cannon salutes for King’s parade
KUALA LUMPUR, May 31 — The public, particularly those living near the Federal Government administrative centre in Putrajaya, has been advised not to be alarmed by the sound of cannon […]
Eleven financial institutions ready for amended hire purchase rules from June 1, says Domestic Trade Ministry
PUTRAJAYA, May 31 — A total of 11 financial institutions and hire purchase companies are ready to offer hire purchase financing under the amended provisions of the Hire Purchase (Amendment) […]
Trump says he’s the GOAT, bigger than Elvis, ready to headline America’s 250th after ‘third‑rate artists’ flee
WASHINGTON, May 31 — US President Donald Trump called Saturday for the cancellation of upcoming concerts celebrating America’s 250th anniversary after several musical acts backed out, saying they should be […]
Hondius resumes voyages after hantavirus deaths, Rotterdam inspectors say ship disinfected and safe
THE HAGUE, May 31 — A cruise ship which sparked a global health alert over a deadly outbreak of hantavirus was on Saturday cleared to put to sea again after […]
Alps gridlock as Austrians shut Brenner Pass highway connecting Germany and Italy over truck pollution
MATREI AM BRENNER (Austria), May 31 — Thousands of Austrians protesting against noise and pollution blocked a key European highway linking Germany and Italy on Saturday, but widely feared traffic […]
Currency outlook: Ringgit likely subdued in holiday‑shortened week, traders await US jobs report
KUALA LUMPUR, May 31 — The ringgit is forecast to trade within a narrow range of RM3.95 to RM3.97 against the US dollar next week as trading activity may be […]
Global agencies warn summer fuel security at risk as Hormuz blockade drains oil inventories worldwide
WASHINGTON, May 31 — The heads of the International Monetary Fund, World Bank and International Energy Agency warned on Friday of the risks to fuel security during peak demand summer […]
Gawai rush begins: Sarawak deputy minister urges safer journeys, wiser spending
KAPIT, May 31 — Those returning to their hometowns and villagers for gawai Dayak must always prioritise safety and also be considerate to other road users. In giving this reminder, […]
Hajiji welcomes RM1.5b interim special grant for Sabah, wants swift disbursement
KOTA KINABALU, May 31 — Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor has welcomed the RM1.5 billion interim special grant for the state announced by Prime Minister Datuk Seri […]
Doctors report breakthrough as cancer jab reportedly eradicates tumours in international trial across 11 countries
LONDON, May 31 — Doctors have reported striking results from an international trial of a triple action cancer jab that eliminated tumours in some patients. According to The Guardian, the […]