ASEAN pertimbang naik taraf Turkiye kepada rakan dialog penuh – Mohamad

KUALA LUMPUR: ASEAN sedang mempertimbangkan untuk menaik taraf hubungan dengan Turkiye daripada rakan dialog sektoral kepada rakan dialog penuh dalam masa terdekat, kata Menteri Luar Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan. Beliau berkata sebagai rakan dialog sektoral Turkiye telah memainkan peranan yang baik dalam pelbagai bidang termasuk teknologi, keselamatan, pertahanan, pertanian serta menawarkan biasiswa kepada pelajar dari… Continue reading ASEAN pertimbang naik taraf Turkiye kepada rakan dialog penuh – Mohamad
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Hari kedua PMR 2025 Terengganu diteruskan dengan pengisian bermanfaat

KUALA TERENGGANU: Hari kedua Program MADANI Rakyat (PMR) 2025 Terengganu diteruskan dengan pelbagai pengisian bermanfaat melibatkan pendidikan, warisan, komuniti dan kerohanian, selepas merekodkan kehadiran lebih 21,000 pengunjung pada hari pembukaan, semalam. Tirai pagi hari ini dibuka dengan Larian Payang Walk dan Run sejauh masing-masing lima dan 10 kilometer melalui Terengganu DrawBridge dan Pantai Seberang Takir… Continue reading Hari kedua PMR 2025 Terengganu diteruskan dengan pengisian bermanfaat
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Kemalangan lori sebabkan tumpahan asid nitrik di Sungai Besar

SHAH ALAM: Satu kemalangan melibatkan dua buah lori di Jalan Besar Sabak Bernam, Sungai Besar, mengakibatkan tumpahan bahan kimia berbahaya semalam. Kejadian itu dilaporkan berlaku pada pukul 7.01 petang dan melibatkan asid nitrik serta calsium hypochlorite. Menurut Penolong Pengarah Bahagian Operasi Jabatan Bomba dan Penyelamat Malaysia (JBPM) Selangor, Ahmad Mukhlis Mukhtar, pasukan bomba tiba di… Continue reading Kemalangan lori sebabkan tumpahan asid nitrik di Sungai Besar
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RMK13 fokus sektor agromakanan untuk kesejahteraan petani dan nelayan

PUTRAJAYA: Rancangan Malaysia Ke-13 (RMK13) perlu memberi tumpuan kepada sektor agromakanan sebagai keutamaan strategik, dengan pelaksanaan yang berkesan di peringkat akar umbi bagi memastikan kesejahteraan petani, peladang, dan nelayan. Menteri Pertanian dan Keterjaminan Makanan, Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu, menegaskan perkara itu semasa pertemuan dengan Menteri Kewangan II, Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan, di Wisma Tani… Continue reading RMK13 fokus sektor agromakanan untuk kesejahteraan petani dan nelayan
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ASEAN Plus Three urged to boost resilience for future crises

SINGAPORE: Singapore Foreign Minister Dr Vivian Balakrishnan stressed the importance of ASEAN Plus Three nations enhancing collective resilience to tackle future crises. He called for stronger trade, investment, and infrastructure connectivity among member states. The discussions involved Plus Three partners China, Japan, and South Korea. Balakrishnan noted ASEAN’s role as a trusted platform for regional… Continue reading ASEAN Plus Three urged to boost resilience for future crises

Seorang kanak-kanak maut, empat cedera dihempap dahan pokok di selatan California

LOS ANGELES: Seorang kanak-kanak lelaki berusia lapan tahun maut manakala empat lagi cedera pada petang Rabu selepas dihempap dahan pokok tumbang di sebuah kem musim panas di bandar Calabasas, 40 kilometer (km) barat pusat bandar Los Angeles, Amerika Syarikat, lapor Xinhua memetik pihak berkuasa tempatan. Saluran berita tempatan ABC11 pada Khamis memetik Balai Polis Syerif… Continue reading Seorang kanak-kanak maut, empat cedera dihempap dahan pokok di selatan California
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Water tariff review in 10 states to ensure sustainable supply

KUALA LUMPUR: Water supply operators in 10 states have submitted applications for tariff reviews to ensure service sustainability and enhance management quality. The National Water Services Commission (SPAN) is currently evaluating these proposals, with assurances that any adjustments will not unduly burden consumers. In PAHANG, Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail said the… Continue reading Water tariff review in 10 states to ensure sustainable supply

Amaran ribut petir di enam negeri, Labuan hingga 11 pagi

KUALA LUMPUR: Jabatan Meteorologi Malaysia (MetMalaysia) mengeluarkan amaran ribut petir, hujan lebat dan angin kencang di enam negeri dan Labuan hingga 11 pagi ini. MetMalaysia dalam satu kenyataan memaklumkan amaran itu melibatkan kawasan Bandar Baharu di Kedah dan Pulau Pinang meliputi daerah Barat Daya, Timur Laut, Seberang Perai Tengah dan Seberang Perai Selatan. Keadaan sama… Continue reading Amaran ribut petir di enam negeri, Labuan hingga 11 pagi
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Penjenamaan kepada nadi madani seiring perluasan fungsi – Fahmi

GENEVA: Penjenamaan Pusat Sebaran Maklumat Nasional (NADI) kepada NADI MADANI yang dijadualkan dilaksanakan pada September ini, seiring dengan perluasan fungsi pusat berkenaan. Menteri Komunikasi Datuk Fahmi Fadzil berkata sesuai dengan hasrat penjenamaan berkenaan, beberapa inisiatif baharu akan diperkenalkan, antaranya capaian Internet yang lebih pantas dan penawaran perkhidmatan e-kesihatan. “Jadi, dengan ada banyak lagi kemudahan dan… Continue reading Penjenamaan kepada nadi madani seiring perluasan fungsi – Fahmi
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TH Terima Diamond Award, Operasi Haji 2025 Terbaik Dunia

SEPANG: Pengurusan operasi haji bagi tahun 1446H/2025M adalah yang terbaik dan mendapat pujian serta pengiktirafan kerajaan Arab Saudi, kata Menteri di Jabatan Perdana Menteri (Hal Ehwal Agama) Datuk Dr Mohd Na’im Mokhtar. Beliau berkata bagi operasi haji kali ini, Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) menerima Anugerah Tertinggi Labaytum ‘Diamond Award’ untuk pengurusan jemaah haji terbaik dunia… Continue reading TH Terima Diamond Award, Operasi Haji 2025 Terbaik Dunia
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Industri Aeroangkasa Malaysia Dijangka Tumbuh 25% Tahun Ini

KUALA LUMPUR: Perolehan industri aeroangkasa Malaysia diunjurkan meningkat 20 hingga 25 peratus pada tahun ini daripada RM25.1 bilion (US$5.93 bilion) pada 2024, kata Menteri Pelaburan, Perdagangan dan Industri Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz. Beliau berkata negara juga telah berjaya meraih pelaburan yang diluluskan sebanyak RM1.5 bilion dan mencapai nilai eksport RM8.17 bilion, yang menjadi… Continue reading Industri Aeroangkasa Malaysia Dijangka Tumbuh 25% Tahun Ini
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M’sian college student says he’s mocked by his peers for using Android

A Malaysian student has sparked a heated discussion online after sharing how he feels “looked down on” for using an Android phone in college. In a post on r/Bolehland, the student—who goes by the username Cold_Particular9128 shared his experience of being singled out and even mocked by peers for not owning an iPhone. “Yesterday someone… Continue reading M’sian college student says he’s mocked by his peers for using Android

Kerjasama Rusia-ASEAN tingkat kestabilan Asia-Pasifik

KUALA LUMPUR: Kerjasama antara Rusia dan ASEAN telah memainkan peranan penting dalam mengekalkan kestabilan di rantau Asia-Pasifik, menurut Menteri Luar Rusia Sergey Lavrov. Beliau menegaskan bahawa hubungan dua hala ini semakin kukuh menjelang ulang tahun ke-35 pada tahun hadapan. “Kini agak selamat untuk mengatakan bahawa ASEAN benar-benar rakan yang boleh dipercayai dan rakan kongsi yang… Continue reading Kerjasama Rusia-ASEAN tingkat kestabilan Asia-Pasifik
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Empat individu terkaya Afrika miliki kekayaan melebihi separuh penduduk benua itu – Oxfam

MOSCOW: Kekayaan empat hartawan terkaya di Afrika melebihi jumlah kekayaan separuh daripada populasi benua itu, menurut organisasi antikemiskinan Oxfam pada Khamis, lapor Sputnik/RIA Novosti. “Hari ini, hanya empat hartawan terkaya di Afrika memiliki kekayaan berjumlah US$57.4 bilion — melebihi daripada jumlah kekayaan 750 juta orang, atau separuh daripada populasi benua itu,“ anggar Oxfam. Kini terdapat… Continue reading Empat individu terkaya Afrika miliki kekayaan melebihi separuh penduduk benua itu – Oxfam
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Malaysia strengthens ASEAN-China ties as dialogue coordinator for 2024-2027

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has reiterated its dedication as the Country Coordinator for ASEAN-China Dialogue Relations for the 2024-2027 term, Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan announced. The commitment was reinforced during discussions with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on the sidelines of the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AMM) at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre.… Continue reading Malaysia strengthens ASEAN-China ties as dialogue coordinator for 2024-2027

Malaysia and Australia strengthen strategic partnership in key sectors

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia and Australia have reinforced their dedication to enhancing bilateral relations under the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, with both nations agreeing to deepen collaboration in economic, educational, agricultural, and institutional capacity-building efforts. The commitment was highlighted during a meeting between Malaysia’s Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan and Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong on… Continue reading Malaysia and Australia strengthen strategic partnership in key sectors

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KLANG: Seramai 700 pelajar Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) yang mengambil mata pelajaran Bahasa Tamil bakal menerima buku panduan khas secara percuma. Timbalan Menteri Perpaduan Negara K. Saraswathy berkata buku panduan itu merangkumi sukatan pelajaran sepanjang tiga semester dan diterbitkan hasil usaha bersama golongan cendekiawan, termasuk profesor serta guru Tingkatan Enam. Katanya inisiatif itu bertujuan… Continue reading Article
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Malaysia strengthens legal framework to boost trade and AI governance

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia is reinforcing its legal framework to support regional trade and emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), as part of its ASEAN Chair responsibilities this year. Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said highlighted ongoing efforts to liberalise markets through initiatives like the Johor-Singapore Special… Continue reading Malaysia strengthens legal framework to boost trade and AI governance

Literature key to civilisation growth says Fadhlina Sidek

PUTRAJAYA: High-quality literature plays a crucial role in the development of civilisation and should not be seen merely as a biennial achievement, said Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek. Speaking at the presentation of the Premier Literature Award of Malaysia (HSPM) 2021/2022, she emphasised that literary works reflect history, culture, and intellectual thought while serving as educational… Continue reading Literature key to civilisation growth says Fadhlina Sidek

US engages ASEAN on tariffs, Rubio hints at rate adjustments

KUALA LUMPUR: The United States is actively negotiating with ASEAN member states during the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting to advance discussions on reciprocal tariffs. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasised that adjustments remain possible, though markets require clarity ahead of the August 1 implementation deadline. Rubio stated, “But the markets demand certainty, so… Continue reading US engages ASEAN on tariffs, Rubio hints at rate adjustments

Trump reflects on near-assassination one year later, Secret Service acts

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump described the Secret Service’s handling of his near-fatal shooting last year as a “bad day” while expressing satisfaction with the investigation. The agency announced disciplinary action against six staff members over operational failures during the July 2024 attack in Butler, Pennsylvania. In a Fox News interview set to air Saturday,… Continue reading Trump reflects on near-assassination one year later, Secret Service acts
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Trump reflects on near-assassination one year later, Secret Service acts

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump described the Secret Service’s handling of his near-fatal shooting last year as a “bad day” while expressing satisfaction with the investigation. The agency announced disciplinary action against six staff members over operational failures during the July 2024 attack in Butler, Pennsylvania. In a Fox News interview set to air Saturday,… Continue reading Trump reflects on near-assassination one year later, Secret Service acts

Malaysia and US strengthen ties in trade, security, and nuclear cooperation

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia and the United States have reinforced their commitment to enhancing bilateral ties across trade, security, defence, and emerging sectors. The reaffirmation came during a meeting between Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on the sidelines of the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AMM). The Malaysian… Continue reading Malaysia and US strengthen ties in trade, security, and nuclear cooperation

Young woman allegedly slapped by older woman at Maluri MRT, claims several police reports lodged against assailant

A young woman recently alleged that she was slapped by an elderly woman at the Maluri MRT station. “I was just walking near the bus stop when suddenly this one elderly woman came out of nowhere and slapped me so hard that my spectacle lens came off the frame. “That’s how hard she slapped me,”… Continue reading Young woman allegedly slapped by older woman at Maluri MRT, claims several police reports lodged against assailant

US State Department workforce cuts to begin soon after Supreme Court ruling

WASHINGTON: The US State Department announced plans to proceed with workforce reductions after the Supreme Court lifted legal barriers to President Donald Trump’s proposed layoffs. Deputy Secretary Michael Rigas stated the department would soon notify affected employees. Rigas explained the layoffs follow a review of workforce reduction plans submitted by various bureaus. “The secretary approved… Continue reading US State Department workforce cuts to begin soon after Supreme Court ruling
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US State Department workforce cuts to begin soon after Supreme Court ruling

WASHINGTON: The US State Department announced plans to proceed with workforce reductions after the Supreme Court lifted legal barriers to President Donald Trump’s proposed layoffs. Deputy Secretary Michael Rigas stated the department would soon notify affected employees. Rigas explained the layoffs follow a review of workforce reduction plans submitted by various bureaus. “The secretary approved… Continue reading US State Department workforce cuts to begin soon after Supreme Court ruling

Man arrested in Italy for syphoning water from royal palace

ROME: Italian police said on Thursday they had arrested a man accused of syphoning off water from an aqueduct feeding the fountains and basins of a palace dubbed the “Italian Versailles” near Naples. The carabinieri police said the 58-year-old had engaged in “continued theft of public water“ to the detriment of the 18th-century Royal Palace… Continue reading Man arrested in Italy for syphoning water from royal palace
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Free STPM Tamil guidebook for 700 students nationwide

KLANG: A total of 700 students taking the Tamil subject in the Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) examination will receive a free specialised guidebook to support their studies. Deputy National Unity Minister K. Saraswathy announced the initiative, highlighting the guidebook’s coverage of all three semesters’ syllabi. The resource was developed by a team of academics,… Continue reading Free STPM Tamil guidebook for 700 students nationwide

Man arrested in Italy for syphoning water from royal palace

ROME: Italian police said on Thursday they had arrested a man accused of syphoning off water from an aqueduct feeding the fountains and basins of a palace dubbed the “Italian Versailles” near Naples. The carabinieri police said the 58-year-old had engaged in “continued theft of public water“ to the detriment of the 18th-century Royal Palace… Continue reading Man arrested in Italy for syphoning water from royal palace

YSIJ donates medical equipment to Hospital Sultanah Aminah

JOHOR BAHRU: Yayasan Sultan Ibrahim Johor (YSIJ) today donated various medical equipment to Hospital Sultanah Aminah (HSA) here, in an effort to support the hospital’s efforts to improve healthcare services. Among the donated items were hospital beds, adjustable sofa chairs, a transport incubator, Basic Life Support (BLS) resuscitation equipment and training manikins. The donation was… Continue reading YSIJ donates medical equipment to Hospital Sultanah Aminah

UN report sees no active Syrian state links to Al Qaeda

UNITED NATIONS: United Nations sanctions monitors have seen no “active ties” this year between Al Qaeda and the Islamist group leading Syria’s interim government, an unpublished U.N. report said, a finding that could strengthen an expected U.S. push for removing U.N. sanctions on Syria. The report, seen by Reuters on Thursday, is likely to be… Continue reading UN report sees no active Syrian state links to Al Qaeda

UN report sees no active Syrian state links to Al Qaeda

UNITED NATIONS: United Nations sanctions monitors have seen no “active ties” this year between Al Qaeda and the Islamist group leading Syria’s interim government, an unpublished U.N. report said, a finding that could strengthen an expected U.S. push for removing U.N. sanctions on Syria. The report, seen by Reuters on Thursday, is likely to be… Continue reading UN report sees no active Syrian state links to Al Qaeda
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Netanyahu says he hopes hostage deal can be done in few days

WASHINGTON: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Thursday he hoped to reach a deal in a few days for the release of more Israeli hostages held by the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas. Netanyahu said 50 hostages were still being held captive by Hamas. Of that figure, he said, only 20 are believed to be… Continue reading Netanyahu says he hopes hostage deal can be done in few days
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Netanyahu says he hopes hostage deal can be done in few days

WASHINGTON: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Thursday he hoped to reach a deal in a few days for the release of more Israeli hostages held by the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas. Netanyahu said 50 hostages were still being held captive by Hamas. Of that figure, he said, only 20 are believed to be… Continue reading Netanyahu says he hopes hostage deal can be done in few days

Ben Healy wins Tour de France stage 6 in solo break

IRELAND’S Ben Healy secured a stunning solo victory in stage six of the Tour de France, breaking away from a nine-man group to claim his first career stage win. Meanwhile, Mathieu van der Poel reclaimed the yellow jersey by a single second, overtaking overnight leader Tadej Pogacar. The 24-year-old Healy, riding for EF Education-EasyPost, became… Continue reading Ben Healy wins Tour de France stage 6 in solo break
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Ben Healy wins Tour de France stage 6 in solo break

IRELAND’S Ben Healy secured a stunning solo victory in stage six of the Tour de France, breaking away from a nine-man group to claim his first career stage win. Meanwhile, Mathieu van der Poel reclaimed the yellow jersey by a single second, overtaking overnight leader Tadej Pogacar. The 24-year-old Healy, riding for EF Education-EasyPost, became… Continue reading Ben Healy wins Tour de France stage 6 in solo break

White House slams Powell over Fed finances, project cost overruns

THE White House on Thursday launched a fresh attack on Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, with a top Trump administration official saying Powell had “grossly mismanaged” the central bank, chastising him for running a deficit and for extensive cost overruns for building renovations. Office of Management and Budget Director Russell Vought, in a letter addressed… Continue reading White House slams Powell over Fed finances, project cost overruns
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White House slams Powell over Fed finances, project cost overruns

THE White House on Thursday launched a fresh attack on Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, with a top Trump administration official saying Powell had “grossly mismanaged” the central bank, chastising him for running a deficit and for extensive cost overruns for building renovations. Office of Management and Budget Director Russell Vought, in a letter addressed… Continue reading White House slams Powell over Fed finances, project cost overruns

Sabalenka slams Anisimova’s behaviour after Wimbledon upset

ARYNA SABALENKA did not hold back in her criticism of Amanda Anisimova’s conduct during their tense Wimbledon semi-final clash. The world number one suffered a surprising 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 loss to the 13th-seeded American, ending her hopes of a first All England Club final. Sabalenka, visibly frustrated, pointed to two incidents that soured the match… Continue reading Sabalenka slams Anisimova’s behaviour after Wimbledon upset
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Sabalenka slams Anisimova’s behaviour after Wimbledon upset

ARYNA SABALENKA did not hold back in her criticism of Amanda Anisimova’s conduct during their tense Wimbledon semi-final clash. The world number one suffered a surprising 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 loss to the 13th-seeded American, ending her hopes of a first All England Club final. Sabalenka, visibly frustrated, pointed to two incidents that soured the match… Continue reading Sabalenka slams Anisimova’s behaviour after Wimbledon upset

Zelenskiy discusses war supplies, Russia sanctions with US lawmakers

UKRAINIAN President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said he had discussed improved air defences and intensified sanctions against Russia with two U.S. lawmakers who are backing a bill to impose tougher punitive measures against Moscow. Zelenskiy, writing early on Friday on Telegram, said he had met Republican Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina and Democratic Senator Richard Blumenthal… Continue reading Zelenskiy discusses war supplies, Russia sanctions with US lawmakers

Amanda Anisimova silences doubters with Wimbledon final run

AMANDA ANISIMOVA has silenced her doubters by reaching the Wimbledon final, just two years after taking a mental health break that many warned could end her career. The 23-year-old American, seeded 13th, defeated world number one Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 in a thrilling semi-final on Centre Court. Anisimova will now face five-time Grand Slam… Continue reading Amanda Anisimova silences doubters with Wimbledon final run
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Amanda Anisimova silences doubters with Wimbledon final run

AMANDA ANISIMOVA has silenced her doubters by reaching the Wimbledon final, just two years after taking a mental health break that many warned could end her career. The 23-year-old American, seeded 13th, defeated world number one Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 in a thrilling semi-final on Centre Court. Anisimova will now face five-time Grand Slam… Continue reading Amanda Anisimova silences doubters with Wimbledon final run

Swiatek storms into Wimbledon final as Anisimova stuns Sabalenka

IGA SWIATEK delivered a masterclass performance to secure her first Wimbledon final spot, overpowering Belinda Bencic in straight sets. The Polish star, seeded eighth, needed just 71 minutes to dismantle the Swiss Olympic champion 6-2, 6-0 on Centre Court. “Honestly, I never even dreamed that it’s going to be possible for me to play in… Continue reading Swiatek storms into Wimbledon final as Anisimova stuns Sabalenka

Trump’s Brazil tariff rattles coffee market, could raise prices in US

NEW YORK: The 50% tariff that the Trump administration has slapped on Brazilian imports has rattled the global coffee market and could make the price of a cup of coffee in the U.S. jump beyond recent highs. Brazil is the world’s largest grower and exporter of coffee, while the U.S. is its biggest client and… Continue reading Trump’s Brazil tariff rattles coffee market, could raise prices in US

Swiatek shocked by Wimbledon final run after dominant semi-final win

IGA SWIATEK admitted she never imagined reaching the Wimbledon final after a commanding 6-2, 6-0 victory over Belinda Bencic in the semi-finals. The Polish star needed just 71 minutes to secure her spot in Saturday’s championship match. Swiatek, a five-time Grand Slam champion, is better known for her dominance on clay, with four French Open… Continue reading Swiatek shocked by Wimbledon final run after dominant semi-final win

Mahmoud Khalil seeks $20 million from Trump administration over immigration arrest

MAHMOUD KHALIL, the Columbia University student and pro-Palestinian activist who was detained by U.S. immigration authorities for more than 100 days, is seeking $20 million from the Trump administration over what he says was his false imprisonment and malicious prosecution. Khalil’s lawyers on Thursday said they submitted the claim against President Donald Trump’s departments of… Continue reading Mahmoud Khalil seeks $20 million from Trump administration over immigration arrest

UK’s Heathrow says mini expansion could add 10 million passengers by 2031

THE number of families living in temporary accommodation in England has more than doubled since 2010 due to a lack of affordable housing and high rents and the problem could worsen without government action, a think tank warned on Friday. The number of households living in temporary accommodation in England jumped from 50,000 in 2010… Continue reading UK’s Heathrow says mini expansion could add 10 million passengers by 2031

Most of UK stranded in ‘junk bond’ territory as London dominates, research says

MANCHESTER: Britain’s regions outside the capital are languishing in “junk bond” territory in terms of their attractiveness for investment, largely because local financial systems have been hollowed out by London’s dominance, according to new research. The paper, published in the Fiscal Studies journal, underlined flaws in Britain’s financial architecture that help to explain inequalities between… Continue reading Most of UK stranded in ‘junk bond’ territory as London dominates, research says