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Is Taiwan already independent? As Trump-Xi summit nears, here’s what ‘Taiwan independence’ really means
TAIPEI, May 1 — US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping will meet in Beijing next month for a summit where China is likely to try and make […]
How the UAE’s Opec exit could reshape its trade ties with Saudi Arabia
ABU DHABI, May 1 — The United Arab Emirates’ withdrawal from Opec weakens the group’s control over global oil markets and potentially risks widening a rift with Gulf neighbour Saudi […]
Explained: How police remand works and why suspects cannot be publicly identified before facing official charges
KUALA LUMPUR, May 1 — In the hours following the apprehension of a suspect, before any formal charges are filed, a court process determines whether the person in custody can […]
Latest in Middle East war: Lebanon condemns Israel, oil hits four‑year high, Trump warns ‘No more Mr. Nice Guy’
PARIS, April 30 — The latest developments in the Middle East war: Lebanon slams Israel Lebanese President Joseph Aoun condemned the “continuing Israeli violations” in south Lebanon, saying they were […]
Iran’s supreme leader says US suffered ‘disgraceful defeat’ in its plans for Gulf, Hormuz
TEHRAN, April 30 — Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei said in a written message today that the United States had been defeated in its war on Iran. “Today, two […]
Japan says it is ‘nearing moment’ for action as yen sinks to weakest level since 2024
TOKYO, April 30 — Japan’s finance minister hinted strongly today that Tokyo was close to intervening in the market to support the yen, after the currency slipped to its lowest […]
Communications Ministry pledges vigilance, warns against misinformation as Gaza aid flotilla crisis unfolds
KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 — Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said the government strongly condemns the interception of vessels under the Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) 2.0 mission by Israeli forces […]
Ringgit closes softer against major currencies on oil volatility, US Fed stance
KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 — The ringgit eased against most currencies, including the US dollar, as investors shifted towards safe-haven assets amid concerns over volatile crude oil prices. At 6 […]
Late buying lifts Bursa Malaysia as firmer oil prices support energy counters
KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 — Last-minute buying lifted Bursa Malaysia’s benchmark index, reversing earlier losses as higher oil prices boosted sentiment for energy- and chemical-related counters. Rakuten Trade Sdn Bhd […]
Negeri Sembilan drama settles: Zahid confirms 14 Umno‑BN assemblymen staying with Unity pact
PUTRAJAYA, April 30 — All 14 assemblymen from Umno and Barisan Nasional (BN) in Negeri Sembilan have agreed to continue supporting the state Unity Government to ensure political stability, said […]