Witness describes Zara Qairina’s mood and behaviour before incident

KOTA KINABALU: A witness told the Coroner’s Court that Zara Qairina was quiet, sullen, and kept to herself a day before she was found unconscious on July 16. Lawyer Joan Goh, representing one of the teens involved, said the witness saw Zara Qairina in the dormitory room at about 4 pm on July 15. The… Continue reading Witness describes Zara Qairina’s mood and behaviour before incident

Thousands gather at Axiata Arena in solidarity with Gaza rally

KUALA LUMPUR: Thousands of people from all walks of life converged at Axiata Arena in Bukit Jalil for the ‘Himpunan Solidariti Bersama Gaza: Gelombang Malaysia, Palestin Merdeka’ rally. Attendees dressed in white as a symbol of peace and unity began filling the venue as early as 5 pm while waving Palestinian flags and carrying supportive… Continue reading Thousands gather at Axiata Arena in solidarity with Gaza rally

Star-studded field set for SJM Macao Open 2025

The final player line-up for the SJM Macao Open 2025 has been confirmed, featuring some of golf’s biggest names, regional stars, and rising young talents. Taking place from 16-19 October at the scenic Macau Golf & Country Club, the tournament is jointly organized by the Sports Bureau of the Macao SAR Government (MSB), title sponsor… Continue reading Star-studded field set for SJM Macao Open 2025

Selangor Sultan thankful for safe return of 23 GSF activists

SHAH ALAM: The Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, has expressed gratitude for the safe return of 23 Malaysian activists who took part in the Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) humanitarian mission. His Royal Highness deeply appreciated and admired the commitment and dedication of the activists, as well as the voluntary missions undertaken by GSF… Continue reading Selangor Sultan thankful for safe return of 23 GSF activists

PM Anwar tiba di Himpunan Solidariti Bersama Gaza di Axiata Arena

KUALA LUMPUR: Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim tiba di Axiata Arena, Bukit Jalil bagi menyertai Himpunan Solidariti Bersama Gaza: Gelombang Malaysia, Palestin Merdeka. Ketibaan Perdana Menteri pada pukul 8.30 malam disambut Menteri Komunikasi Datuk Fahmi Fadzil dan Ketua Pengarah Pusat Gerakan Operasi Sumud Nusantara Datuk Dr Sani Araby Abdul Alim Araby. Laungan “Bebas Palestin”… Continue reading PM Anwar tiba di Himpunan Solidariti Bersama Gaza di Axiata Arena
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Dewan Rakyat lulus RUU Sewa Beli 2025, mansuh Peraturan 78

KUALA LUMPUR: Dewan Rakyat meluluskan Rang Undang-Undang Sewa Beli (Pindaan) 2025 yang memansuhkan penggunaan kadar sama rata dan kaedah Peraturan 78 bagi pinjaman sewa beli kadar tetap. RUU itu diluluskan dengan lebih banyak suara bersetuju selepas dibahaskan 20 Ahli Parlimen daripada blok kerajaan dan pembangkang. Menteri Perdagangan Dalam Negeri dan Kos Sara Hidup Datuk Armizan… Continue reading Dewan Rakyat lulus RUU Sewa Beli 2025, mansuh Peraturan 78
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Court rejects woman’s guilty plea in attempted attack on Sultan Nazrin

IPOH: The Magistrate’s Court here today rejected the guilty plea of a woman who attempted to attack the Sultan of Perak, Sultan Nazrin Shah, during the state-level National Day celebration last August. Magistrate Harith Mazlan made the decision after deputy public prosecutor Nasrul Hadi Abdul Ghani informed the court that a report from Hospital Bahagia… Continue reading Court rejects woman’s guilty plea in attempted attack on Sultan Nazrin

Zara Qairina kelihatan bad mood, muram sehari sebelum insiden – saksi

KOTA KINABALU: Seorang saksi kanak-kanak memberitahu Mahkamah Koroner di sini bahawa dia melihat Zara Qairina dalam keadaan diam, muram, tidak bercakap dan bersendirian pada petang sehari sebelum remaja itu ditemukan tidak sedarkan diri. Peguam Joan Goh, yang mewakili seorang daripada remaja terbabit dalam kes buli Zara Qairina, berkata saksi memaklumkan bahawa dia ada melihat Zara… Continue reading Zara Qairina kelihatan bad mood, muram sehari sebelum insiden – saksi
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Menu Rahmah now available at over 3,000 outlets nationwide

KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 3,141 registered premises nationwide are offering Menu Rahmah meals as of October, aimed at easing the cost of living. Deputy Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister Datuk Dr Fuziah Salleh said the initiative, launched in January 2023 under the ministry’s Payung Rahmah agenda, continues to receive strong support from… Continue reading Menu Rahmah now available at over 3,000 outlets nationwide

Public housing reform and firefighter allowance hike in 13MP agenda

TAWAU: Public housing reform stands as a key agenda for the Ministry of Housing and Local Government under the 13th Malaysia Plan. Minister Nga Kor Ming announced the People’s Housing Project will be replaced by the People’s Residential Programme to deliver quality homes for low-income groups. He highlighted Malaysia’s consecutive gold medals at the FIABCI… Continue reading Public housing reform and firefighter allowance hike in 13MP agenda

Mahkamah tolak pengakuan bersalah wanita serang Sultan Nazrin kerana tak waras

IPOH: Mahkamah Majistret di sini hari ini menolak pengakuan bersalah seorang wanita yang cuba menyerang Sultan Perak Sultan Nazrin Shah ketika sambutan Hari Kebangsaan peringkat negeri pada Ogos lepas. Majistret Harith Mazlan membuat keputusan itu selepas Timbalan Pendakwa Raya Nasrul Hadi Abdul Ghani memaklumkan laporan daripada Hospital Bahagia Tanjung Rambutan menyatakan Nurhaswani Afni Mohamad Zorki,… Continue reading Mahkamah tolak pengakuan bersalah wanita serang Sultan Nazrin kerana tak waras
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Mahkamah Rayuan kurangkan hukuman bekas pemandu p-hailing sebabkan kematian isteri

PUTRAJAYA: Mahkamah Rayuan hari ini mengurangkan hukuman penjara seorang bekas pemandu p-hailing daripada 16 tahun kepada 13 tahun atas kesalahan menyebabkan kematian isterinya dua tahun lepas. Panel tiga hakim yang diketuai Hakim Datuk Mohamed Zaini Mazlan membenarkan rayuan Ong Boon Pin untuk mengurangkan hukuman yang dijatuhkan oleh Mahkamah Tinggi. Barisan tiga hakim memerintahkan hukuman penjara… Continue reading Mahkamah Rayuan kurangkan hukuman bekas pemandu p-hailing sebabkan kematian isteri
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Bekas pengarah didakwa 41 pertuduhan pindah wang RM16.35 juta

KUALA LUMPUR: Seorang bekas pengarah syarikat pembuatan didakwa di tiga Mahkamah Sesyen hari ini atas 41 pertuduhan menyebabkan pemindahan wang berjumlah RM16.35 juta. Tertuduh Choong Lee Aun, 59, mengaku tidak bersalah selepas pertuduhan dibacakan di hadapan tiga hakim berbeza. Mengikut pertuduhan, beliau sebagai pengarah AT Systematization Berhad didakwa menyebabkan syarikat memindahkan wang kepada Delta Million… Continue reading Bekas pengarah didakwa 41 pertuduhan pindah wang RM16.35 juta
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Gaza mission vessels seized by Israel expected at Ashdod port

KUALA LUMPUR: A group of humanitarian mission volunteers from the Freedom Flotilla Coalition and Thousand Madleens to Gaza representing 25 countries are expected to arrive at Israel’s Ashdod port within 10 to 11 hours. The detained volunteers include nine Malaysians among participants from multiple nations. Humanitarian Care Malaysia chief executive officer Kamarul Zaman Shaharul Anwar… Continue reading Gaza mission vessels seized by Israel expected at Ashdod port

Polis Marin tumpas cubaan seludup 10 pendatang tanpa izin di perairan Johor

JOHOR BAHRU: Pasukan Polis Marin Wilayah Dua menumpaskan cubaan menyeludup masuk 10 pendatang tanpa izin termasuk dua tekong di perairan Tanjung Pelepas awal pagi tadi. Ketua Polis Johor CP Datuk Ab Rahaman Arsad berkata kejadian berlaku kira-kira pukul 3 pagi semasa pasukan rondaan Botronda PC 4 melaksanakan Ops Taring Gelora. Pasukan mengesan sebuah bot dalam… Continue reading Polis Marin tumpas cubaan seludup 10 pendatang tanpa izin di perairan Johor
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Enam rumah rosak teruk dibadai ribut, hujan batu di Gua Musang

GUA MUSANG: Enam rumah dilaporkan rosak teruk selepas dibadai ribut disertai hujan batu di Kampung Batu 2 di sini petang semalam. Ketua Polis Daerah Gua Musang Supt Sik Choon Foo mengesahkan kejadian itu dan berkata sehingga kini lima laporan diterima. Beliau menegaskan tiada kecederaan dilaporkan dalam kejadian itu. Seorang penduduk kampung Norjannatun Shuhada Hanusi, 34,… Continue reading Enam rumah rosak teruk dibadai ribut, hujan batu di Gua Musang
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Malaysia passes hire purchase bill abolishing flat rate and Rule of 78

KUALA LUMPUR: The Dewan Rakyat today passed the Hire Purchase (Amendment) Bill 2025 through a voice vote. The bill aims to abolish the flat rate and the Rule of 78 method for fixed-rate hire purchase loans. Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali explained the abolition was due to the system… Continue reading Malaysia passes hire purchase bill abolishing flat rate and Rule of 78
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Five to seven heavy rain episodes expected during northeast monsoon

KOTA BHARU: The Malaysian Meteorological Department predicts five to seven episodes of heavy continuous rain throughout the 2025/2026 Northeast Monsoon season. This monsoon period is expected to begin in early November and continue until March 2026. Director-General Dr Mohd Hisham Mohd Anip stated that heavy rainfall will primarily impact Kelantan, Terengganu, and Pahang during the… Continue reading Five to seven heavy rain episodes expected during northeast monsoon
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Marine police foil attempt to smuggle 10 migrants in Johor waters

JOHOR BAHRU: The Marine Police Region Two successfully thwarted a smuggling operation involving ten undocumented migrants in the waters off Tanjung Pelepas this morning. Johor police chief Datuk Ab Rahaman Arsad confirmed the incident occurred around 3 am during a routine patrol under Ops Taring Gelora. A patrol boat identified as PC 4 detected a… Continue reading Marine police foil attempt to smuggle 10 migrants in Johor waters
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Madeleine McCann’s mother testifies against alleged stalker in court

LONDON: The mother of missing British girl Madeleine McCann testified in court that photographs clearly showed a Polish woman claiming to be her daughter was an imposter. Kate McCann gave evidence at the trial of Julia Wandelt, who is accused of stalking her and husband Gerry McCann. The 24-year-old Wandelt had attended a vigil last… Continue reading Madeleine McCann’s mother testifies against alleged stalker in court

PAC to summon Federal Court Chief Registrar and MOF over audit report

KUALA LUMPUR: The Public Accounts Committee will summon the Federal Court Chief Registrar’s Office and the Ministry of Finance to provide clarification on issues raised in the Auditor-General’s Report 3/2025. PAC chairman Datuk Mas Ermieyati Samsudin stated that the dates for these proceedings will be determined at a later time. She explained that the committee… Continue reading PAC to summon Federal Court Chief Registrar and MOF over audit report
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Nancy seeks bigger Budget 2026 allocation for vulnerable children

KUALA LUMPUR: The government is being urged to provide greater Budget 2026 allocations for the welfare and development of children, especially those with special needs and from vulnerable groups. Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri encouraged Members of Parliament to raise this matter with the government. She also stressed the need… Continue reading Nancy seeks bigger Budget 2026 allocation for vulnerable children
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EU lawmakers back ban on meat terms like ‘burger’ for plant-based foods

STRASBOURG: European Union lawmakers have voted to ban meat-related terms including ‘burger’ and ‘steak’ from plant-based food labelling. The European Parliament approved the legal proposal with 355 votes in favour and 247 against during Wednesday’s plenary session in Strasbourg. The text still requires negotiation with the bloc’s 27 member states before becoming law. Rising concerns… Continue reading EU lawmakers back ban on meat terms like ‘burger’ for plant-based foods

Former director pleads not guilty to 41 charges over RM16.35 million transfers

KUALA LUMPUR: A former director of a manufacturing company was charged in three Sessions Courts today with 41 counts involving the transfer of RM16.35 million. Choong Lee Aun, 59, pleaded not guilty to all charges after they were read before Judges Suhaila Haron, Azrol Darus, and Norma Ismail. The charges allege that Choong, as a… Continue reading Former director pleads not guilty to 41 charges over RM16.35 million transfers
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Erdogan urges Syrian Kurds to integrate with new Damascus government

ISTANBUL: President Recep Tayyip Erdogan urged Syrian Kurds to “complete their integration” with Syria’s new government after the announcement of a comprehensive ceasefire. “The Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) must keep their word. They must complete their integration with Syria,“ Erdogan told Turkish journalists late Tuesday. Syria announced a comprehensive ceasefire with Kurdish forces after a… Continue reading Erdogan urges Syrian Kurds to integrate with new Damascus government

EU details safeguard measures for farmers in Mercosur trade deal

BRUSSELS: The European Union sought to assuage farmers’ concerns about the bloc’s trade deal with four South American countries by detailing how it will protect European producers. The European Union and the Mercosur bloc agreed to form a 700-million-customer free-trade area, the world’s biggest, last year. Brussels put it to member states for approval in… Continue reading EU details safeguard measures for farmers in Mercosur trade deal

New contractor for delayed Pulau Mabul FOB project by Oct 16

KUALA LUMPUR: The Home Ministry will select a new contractor to complete the delayed Forward Operating Base project on Pulau Mabul in Semporna by October 16. Deputy Home Minister Datuk Seri Dr Shamsul Anuar Nasarah said the ministry and state government will collaborate with the Public Works Department to ensure the appointed contractor finishes the… Continue reading New contractor for delayed Pulau Mabul FOB project by Oct 16
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BUDI95 quotas for e-hailing drivers based on fuel usage, details Oct 15

PUTRAJAYA: Eligibility for additional quotas under the BUDI MADANI RON95 initiative for e-hailing and p-hailing drivers will be determined by their fuel consumption. Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan stated that further details will be announced on October 15. He assured that e-hailing and p-hailing drivers will know their BUDI95 eligibility by the… Continue reading BUDI95 quotas for e-hailing drivers based on fuel usage, details Oct 15
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Verdict due in former Argentina president Kirchner assassination attempt case

BUENOS AIRES: Argentina’s judiciary will deliver a verdict on Wednesday against two people accused of a failed attempt to assassinate former president Cristina Kirchner. The assassination attempt, caught on video, occurred as Kirchner mingled with supporters outside her home on September 1, 2022. Main defendant Sabag Montiel, 38, allegedly pointed a gun at her head… Continue reading Verdict due in former Argentina president Kirchner assassination attempt case

EU pushes key sectors to adopt made-in-Europe AI with €1 billion funding

STRASBOURG: The EU has told European businesses in critical sectors to increase their adoption of artificial intelligence while pushing for reduced dependence on foreign AI providers. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated “I want the future of AI to be made in Europe”. The EU is mobilising €1 billion to promote European AI-powered… Continue reading EU pushes key sectors to adopt made-in-Europe AI with €1 billion funding

Sabah polls: GRS-PH alliance key to stable gov’t in Sabah, say analysts

KOTA KINABALU: Political cooperation between Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) and Pakatan Harapan (PH) is seen as the right move for both coalitions to combine their influence and secure a comfortable majority in the upcoming 17th Sabah State Election . Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) senior lecturer Associate Prof Dr Syahruddin Awang Ahmad said only a strong… Continue reading Sabah polls: GRS-PH alliance key to stable gov’t in Sabah, say analysts
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Israeli far-right minister visits Al-Aqsa compound amid Gaza ceasefire talks

JERUSALEM: Israel’s far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir visited the Al-Aqsa compound on Wednesday, his spokesperson told AFP. The visit occurred as indirect negotiations between Israel and Hamas were being held in Egypt on ending the Gaza war. This marks Ben Gvir’s eleventh visit as minister to the disputed area in occupied east Jerusalem.… Continue reading Israeli far-right minister visits Al-Aqsa compound amid Gaza ceasefire talks

Marine Le Pen vows to block French government, urges Macron to call elections

COURNON-D’AUVERGNE: French far-right leader Marine Le Pen said Wednesday she would block all action by any new government, compounding the country’s political deadlock. “I vote against everything,“ said the three-time far-right presidential candidate. She repeated a call for President Emmanuel Macron to “seriously consider” dissolving parliament and call early legislative elections, or “even his resignation”.… Continue reading Marine Le Pen vows to block French government, urges Macron to call elections

Medicines run short in DR Congo due to conflict and funding shortages

KINSHASA: More than 80% of healthcare facilities have exhausted their supplies of essential medicines in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo where violence continues unabated. The International Committee of the Red Cross reported on Wednesday that the country’s mineral-rich east has been riven by conflict for 30 years. Violence intensified earlier this year when the M23,… Continue reading Medicines run short in DR Congo due to conflict and funding shortages

Filipino vlogger arrested for Facebook post with ‘headshot’ caption about president

MANILA: A Filipino vlogger has been arrested and accused of inciting sedition over a Facebook post authorities described as making a veiled death threat against the president. In the October 3 post, video blogger Michael “Mike” Romero shared a picture of President Ferdinand Marcos standing with other officials outside the earthquake-ravaged city hall in Bogo… Continue reading Filipino vlogger arrested for Facebook post with ‘headshot’ caption about president

Malaysia’s hardcore poverty rate drops to 0.09% in 2024 HIES report

PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia has reached a significant milestone with its hardcore poverty rate recorded at 0.09% according to the 2024 Household Income and Expenditure Survey. This represents a notable improvement from the 0.2% rate recorded in 2022 and demonstrates substantial progress in poverty eradication efforts. Economy Minister Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan stated this achievement reflects… Continue reading Malaysia’s hardcore poverty rate drops to 0.09% in 2024 HIES report
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Terengganu schools remain open as influenza situation under control

KUALA TERENGGANU: The Terengganu State Education Department has confirmed that no schools in the state have been closed due to influenza cases among students. State Education Director Kamsah@Kamal Mohamed stated that the department has not received any reports of the outbreak significantly affecting school operations. He confirmed the situation remains under control with no instructions… Continue reading Terengganu schools remain open as influenza situation under control
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SWCorp on alert for post-flood cleanups with established SOPs

KUANTAN: The Solid Waste and Public Cleansing Management Corporation is always on the alert for post-flood clean-up to ensure the safety of the affected areas. SWCorp chief executive officer Khalid Mohamed said that clean-up operations can normally be carried out two to three days after inundated areas return to normal. He stated that they already… Continue reading SWCorp on alert for post-flood cleanups with established SOPs
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Election Commission meeting on Oct 16 to set Sabah poll dates

PUTRAJAYA: The Election Commission will hold a special meeting on October 16 to discuss key dates and other matters related to the 17th Sabah State Election. EC secretary Datuk Khairul Shahril Idrus stated that the commission received official notification of the dissolution of the 16th Sabah State Legislative Assembly from Speaker Datuk Seri Kadzim M… Continue reading Election Commission meeting on Oct 16 to set Sabah poll dates
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Malaysia demands immediate release of Gaza-bound flotilla volunteers

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has demanded the immediate and unconditional release of all volunteers involved in the Freedom Flotilla Coalition and Thousand Madleens To Gaza missions detained by Israeli authorities. The Foreign Ministry strongly condemned the interception and attack by Israeli forces against humanitarian volunteers and vessels on October 8. Wisma Putra confirmed that nine Malaysian… Continue reading Malaysia demands immediate release of Gaza-bound flotilla volunteers
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Dewan Rakyat passes motion on Auditor-General’s Report 3/2025

KUALA LUMPUR: The Dewan Rakyat passed a motion on the Auditor-General’s Report 3/2025 concerning the 2024 financial statements of federal agencies. This motion aims to review financial leakages, regulatory non-compliance, and weaknesses in national financial planning. Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said tabled the motion on Tuesday. A majority voice… Continue reading Dewan Rakyat passes motion on Auditor-General’s Report 3/2025
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Companies cannot order staff to use BUDI95 for company vehicles

KUALA LUMPUR: Companies are prohibited from directing their employees to use the BUDI MADANI RON95 targeted subsidy assistance for refuelling company-owned vehicles. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil stated that employees encountering such instructions should report the matter to the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living or other relevant authorities. He emphasised that this… Continue reading Companies cannot order staff to use BUDI95 for company vehicles
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News anchor on alcohol at official events after Motac backlash

THE Ministry of Tourism and Culture (Motac) recently came under fire after images emerged showing its guests holding glasses containing beer and wine during the Global Travel Meet event. Sharing her opinion, TV2’s Mandarin news anchor Rasyidah Abu Johan shared a balanced perspective, stating that it depends on the occasion and purpose. “Living in a… Continue reading News anchor on alcohol at official events after Motac backlash

Police deploy 140 personnel for Gaza solidarity rally at Bukit Jalil

KUALA LUMPUR: The Royal Malaysia Police is fully prepared to ensure the smooth and safe conduct of the Gaza Solidarity Rally at Axiata Arena in Bukit Jalil tonight. Cheras police chief ACP Aidil Bolhassan stated that six senior officers and 120 rank-and-file personnel from the Cheras district police headquarters will be deployed under Ops Lakar… Continue reading Police deploy 140 personnel for Gaza solidarity rally at Bukit Jalil
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Bukit Jalil station extends hours for Gaza solidarity rally

KUALA LUMPUR: Bukit Jalil station will extend its operating hours until 12.30 am today to accommodate attendees of the Gaza solidarity rally at Axiata Arena. Rapid Rail Sdn Bhd, the operator of Rapid KL rail services, announced additional train services to ensure smooth passenger movement and comfortable return journeys. Other stations will maintain their regular… Continue reading Bukit Jalil station extends hours for Gaza solidarity rally
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Russia says momentum from Putin-Trump meeting on Ukraine peace has gone

MOSCOW: Russia said Wednesday that momentum towards reaching a peace deal in Ukraine following Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump’s presidential summit in Alaska had largely “gone”. The two leaders met at an air base in the Alaskan city of Anchorage in August but failed to reach any agreement on ending the three-and-a-half year war. Diplomatic… Continue reading Russia says momentum from Putin-Trump meeting on Ukraine peace has gone

Vietnam records highest flood levels on three rivers since 1986

HANOI: Vietnam has recorded the highest flood levels on three rivers in the country’s north in nearly 40 years. The high-water marks of the Bang, Thuong and Trung rivers surpassed levels not seen since 1986 from late Tuesday to Wednesday. The Trung river in Lang Son province, bordering China, was forecast to peak at nearly… Continue reading Vietnam records highest flood levels on three rivers since 1986

Greece train tragedy father ends 23-day hunger strike after winning case review

ATHENS: The father of a victim of Greece’s worst rail disaster has ended a 23-day hunger strike after persuading judicial authorities to examine the precise cause of his son’s death. “The hunger strike ends today,“ Panos Ruci, 48, told TV crews on Tuesday in front of parliament, where he had pitched a tent since September… Continue reading Greece train tragedy father ends 23-day hunger strike after winning case review

France PM says consensus emerging over budget by year-end

PARIS: France’s outgoing prime minister said Wednesday that consultations to end the country’s political crisis had shown cross-party willingness to agree on a budget by the end of the year. Sebastien Lecornu, whose resignation on Monday caused the Paris stock market to slip, reported consensus so far on “a desire to have a budget for… Continue reading France PM says consensus emerging over budget by year-end

Erdogan says Trump asked Turkey to persuade Hamas on Gaza peace plan

ISTANBUL: US President Donald Trump asked Turkey to “persuade” Hamas to accept his plan for ending the Gaza war, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said in a transcript shared by his office Wednesday. His remarks came as negotiators from Israel and Hamas were due to hold a third day of indirect negotiations in the Egyptian resort… Continue reading Erdogan says Trump asked Turkey to persuade Hamas on Gaza peace plan