Newsfeed
Kenya on high alert ahead of heavy downpours, death toll rises to 73
NAIROBI, March 19 (Xinhua) — The Kenyan government said Thursday that it has deployed multi-agency teams to support rescue operations, assist affected families and restore essential services ahead of heavy […]
Nearly 100 people evacuated after house fire in Hong Kong
HONG KONG, March 19 (Xinhua) — A fire erupted in a tin-sheeted house near Lo Wai, Tsuen Wan District, Hong Kong, on Thursday night, with the alarm level raised to […]
Alleged Mexican drug lord Rafael Caro Quintero in plea talks in U.S
NEW YORK, March 19 (Reuters) – The accused Mexican drug lord Rafael Caro Quintero is in talks with U.S. prosecutors over a potential plea agreement, his lawyer said in court […]
Foreign tourist arrivals to Uzbekistan surpass 1.7 mln in January-February
TASHKENT, March 19 (Xinhua) — Over 1.7 million foreign tourists visited Uzbekistan in the first two months of 2026, marking a 33 percent increase compared with the same period last […]
Thai PM says no fuel shortage in Thailand
BANGKOK, March 19 (Xinhua) — Thailand is currently not facing any oil shortages, with crude oil imports proceeding as normal and oil production capacity and output remaining unchanged without any […]
EU leaders fail to convince Hungary’s Orban to lift block on Ukraine loan
BRUSSELS, March 19 (Reuters) – European Union leaders failed to convince Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban on Thursday to lift his blockade on a vital 90-billion-euro ($103 billion) EU loan […]
‘Balik kampung rush’: Over 30 accidents reported along Gua Musang route over two days, says cops
GUA MUSANG: More than 30 minor accidents have been reported along the Gua Musang route since Wednesday (March 18), with most incidents believed to have been due to fatigue from […]
Cabinet ministers urge unity, moderation in Aidilfitri greetings
KUALA LUMPUR: Several Cabinet ministers have extended Hari Raya Aidilfitri greetings, emphasising the importance of unity, family values and moderation in Malaysia’s multiracial society. Read full story Date: 19 March, […]
Man held over alleged assault of pregnant wife in Jasin
MELAKA: Police have arrested a man for allegedly assaulting his pregnant wife at a house in Taman Seri Kemendor, Jasin, Thursday (March 19). Read full story Date: 19 March, 2026 […]
‘Balik kampung’ rush: Traffic gridlock as toll discount deadline looms
KUALA LUMPUR: Traffic flow on major highways nationwide experienced severe congestion Thursday (March 19) following a sharp increase in vehicles as motorists rushed to take advantage of the final hours […]