IG influencer busted for shoplifting RM1.9k makeup from Don Don Donki in S’pore

A Singapore-based influencer has admitted to conspiring with a friend to shoplift beauty products worth more than RM1,900 (S$600) from a Japanese retail chain along Orchard Road, Singapore. According to Lianhe Zaobao, the accused, Genie Yamaguchi, who has 14,800 followers on Instagram, pleaded guilty on Tuesday (Aug 26). ALSO READ: TikToker slammed for calling husbands… Continue reading IG influencer busted for shoplifting RM1.9k makeup from Don Don Donki in S’pore

Sarawak Customs seize RM2.3 million in contraband goods in Sibu raids

SIBU: The Royal Malaysian Customs Department seized contraband goods valued at over 2.3 million ringgit during three separate raids in Sibu. Sarawak Customs director Datuk Norizan Yahya confirmed the total value of goods and duties amounted to RM2,267,310.69. He stated that the raids targeted white cigarettes, liquor and frozen goods at different locations based on… Continue reading Sarawak Customs seize RM2.3 million in contraband goods in Sibu raids
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Sarawak Customs seize RM2.3 million in contraband goods in Sibu raids

SIBU: The Royal Malaysian Customs Department seized contraband goods valued at over 2.3 million ringgit during three separate raids in Sibu. Sarawak Customs director Datuk Norizan Yahya confirmed the total value of goods and duties amounted to RM2,267,310.69. He stated that the raids targeted white cigarettes, liquor and frozen goods at different locations based on… Continue reading Sarawak Customs seize RM2.3 million in contraband goods in Sibu raids

Tikus bandar meningkat ketika cuaca panas, ancam kesihatan awam

KUALA LUMPUR: Penemuan najis tikus di dalam stor memaksa seorang pengurus restoran menutup premisnya selama seminggu untuk kerja-kerja pembersihan. Premis di Ampang, Selangor itu diarah tutup serta-merta selepas dikesan kotor menerusi operasi mengejut oleh Majlis Perbandaran Ampang Jaya dan Jabatan Kesihatan Negeri Selangor. “Dalam tempoh seminggu itu kami buat kerja pembersihan selain mengupah syarikat kawalan… Continue reading Tikus bandar meningkat ketika cuaca panas, ancam kesihatan awam
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Tikus bandar meningkat ketika cuaca panas, ancam kesihatan awam

KUALA LUMPUR: Penemuan najis tikus di dalam stor memaksa seorang pengurus restoran menutup premisnya selama seminggu untuk kerja-kerja pembersihan. Premis di Ampang, Selangor itu diarah tutup serta-merta selepas dikesan kotor menerusi operasi mengejut oleh Majlis Perbandaran Ampang Jaya dan Jabatan Kesihatan Negeri Selangor. “Dalam tempoh seminggu itu kami buat kerja pembersihan selain mengupah syarikat kawalan… Continue reading Tikus bandar meningkat ketika cuaca panas, ancam kesihatan awam

Bukit Aman ambil alih siasatan kes kematian pelatih Palapes UTM Syamsul Haris

KUALA LUMPUR: Unit Siasatan Jenayah Terkelas Jabatan Siasatan Jenayah Bukit Aman kini mengambil alih sepenuhnya siasatan berhubung kematian pelatih Pasukan Latihan Pegawai Simpanan Universiti Teknologi Malaysia Skudai, Syamsul Haris Shamsudin. Pengarah Jabatan Siasatan Jenayah Bukit Aman Datuk M. Kumar berkata langkah itu diambil susulan keputusan Mahkamah Tinggi Shah Alam semalam, yang membenarkan permohonan keluarga Allahyarham… Continue reading Bukit Aman ambil alih siasatan kes kematian pelatih Palapes UTM Syamsul Haris
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Mohd Joehari resigns as FAM president, Mohd Yusoff named acting chief

PETALING JAYA: Datuk Mohd Joehari Mohd Ayub has resigned from his position as president of the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM). The national football governing body confirmed his resignation in an official statement released today. Deputy president Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mahadi chaired an Executive Committee meeting at Wisma FAM in Kelana Jaya to address the… Continue reading Mohd Joehari resigns as FAM president, Mohd Yusoff named acting chief
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Bukit Aman ambil alih siasatan kes kematian pelatih Palapes UTM Syamsul Haris

KUALA LUMPUR: Unit Siasatan Jenayah Terkelas Jabatan Siasatan Jenayah Bukit Aman kini mengambil alih sepenuhnya siasatan berhubung kematian pelatih Pasukan Latihan Pegawai Simpanan Universiti Teknologi Malaysia Skudai, Syamsul Haris Shamsudin. Pengarah Jabatan Siasatan Jenayah Bukit Aman Datuk M. Kumar berkata langkah itu diambil susulan keputusan Mahkamah Tinggi Shah Alam semalam, yang membenarkan permohonan keluarga Allahyarham… Continue reading Bukit Aman ambil alih siasatan kes kematian pelatih Palapes UTM Syamsul Haris

Mohd Joehari resigns as FAM president, Mohd Yusoff named acting chief

PETALING JAYA: Datuk Mohd Joehari Mohd Ayub has resigned from his position as president of the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM). The national football governing body confirmed his resignation in an official statement released today. Deputy president Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mahadi chaired an Executive Committee meeting at Wisma FAM in Kelana Jaya to address the… Continue reading Mohd Joehari resigns as FAM president, Mohd Yusoff named acting chief

Farewell to a legend: Nissan R35 GT-R production ends after 18 years

AFTER nearly two decades, Nissan has officially brought an end to production of the R35 GT-R, marking the close of an era for one of the most iconic performance cars of modern times. The final assembly for the Japanese domestic market, the last region where the model remained on sale, has now concluded, drawing the… Continue reading Farewell to a legend: Nissan R35 GT-R production ends after 18 years
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Ketirisan subsidi LPG dan nyah warta hutan simpan jadi fokus Dewan Rakyat

KUALA LUMPUR: Isu ketirisan subsidi gas petroleum cecair (LPG) dan status kawasan hutan simpan yang telah nyah warta sejak 2018 dijangka menjadi antara fokus utama persidangan Dewan Rakyat hari ini. Datuk Seri Sh Mohmed Puzi Sh Ali (BN-Pekan) pada sesi soal jawab lisan akan mengemukakan soalan kepada Menteri Perdagangan Dalam Negeri dan Kos Sara Hidup… Continue reading Ketirisan subsidi LPG dan nyah warta hutan simpan jadi fokus Dewan Rakyat
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Ketirisan subsidi LPG dan nyah warta hutan simpan jadi fokus Dewan Rakyat

KUALA LUMPUR: Isu ketirisan subsidi gas petroleum cecair (LPG) dan status kawasan hutan simpan yang telah nyah warta sejak 2018 dijangka menjadi antara fokus utama persidangan Dewan Rakyat hari ini. Datuk Seri Sh Mohmed Puzi Sh Ali (BN-Pekan) pada sesi soal jawab lisan akan mengemukakan soalan kepada Menteri Perdagangan Dalam Negeri dan Kos Sara Hidup… Continue reading Ketirisan subsidi LPG dan nyah warta hutan simpan jadi fokus Dewan Rakyat

935 youth organisations amend constitutions for new age limit

KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 935 youth organisations have amended their constitutions to align with the revised youth age limit under the Youth Societies and Youth Development Act 2007. Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh confirmed the updates from 935 out of 8,189 registered organisations as of 25 August. All youth organisations registered with the… Continue reading 935 youth organisations amend constitutions for new age limit
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935 youth organisations amend constitutions for new age limit

KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 935 youth organisations have amended their constitutions to align with the revised youth age limit under the Youth Societies and Youth Development Act 2007. Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh confirmed the updates from 935 out of 8,189 registered organisations as of 25 August. All youth organisations registered with the… Continue reading 935 youth organisations amend constitutions for new age limit

Kadar tarif baharu AS 19% kekalkan kedudukan kompetitif Malaysia – MITI

KUALA LUMPUR: Kadar tarif baharu Amerika Syarikat ke atas Malaysia masih mengekalkan kedudukan kompetitif negara dalam perdagangan antarabangsa. Kementerian Pelaburan, Perdagangan dan Industri menyatakan keputusan kerajaan untuk tidak mengambil tindakan balas dan memilih jalan rundingan secara berhemah telah membuahkan hasil yang pragmatik dan seimbang. Amerika Syarikat mengumumkan pengenaan tarif timbal balas ke atas semua rakan… Continue reading Kadar tarif baharu AS 19% kekalkan kedudukan kompetitif Malaysia – MITI
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KUSKOP boosts Indian community socioeconomic growth under 13MP

KUALA LUMPUR: The Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives (KUSKOP) is committed to strengthening the socio-economic development of the Indian community through an inclusive approach in line with the aspirations of the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), focusing on structured training, digital transformation and access to financing. Its deputy minister, Datuk Seri R. Ramanan said the… Continue reading KUSKOP boosts Indian community socioeconomic growth under 13MP
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Kadar tarif baharu AS 19% kekalkan kedudukan kompetitif Malaysia – MITI

KUALA LUMPUR: Kadar tarif baharu Amerika Syarikat ke atas Malaysia masih mengekalkan kedudukan kompetitif negara dalam perdagangan antarabangsa. Kementerian Pelaburan, Perdagangan dan Industri menyatakan keputusan kerajaan untuk tidak mengambil tindakan balas dan memilih jalan rundingan secara berhemah telah membuahkan hasil yang pragmatik dan seimbang. Amerika Syarikat mengumumkan pengenaan tarif timbal balas ke atas semua rakan… Continue reading Kadar tarif baharu AS 19% kekalkan kedudukan kompetitif Malaysia – MITI

KUSKOP boosts Indian community socioeconomic growth under 13MP

KUALA LUMPUR: The Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives (KUSKOP) is committed to strengthening the socio-economic development of the Indian community through an inclusive approach in line with the aspirations of the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), focusing on structured training, digital transformation and access to financing. Its deputy minister, Datuk Seri R. Ramanan said the… Continue reading KUSKOP boosts Indian community socioeconomic growth under 13MP

AP dan Reuters tuntut akauntabiliti Israel selepas 5 wartawan maut

ISTANBUL: Associated Press dan Reuters menuntut kebertanggungjawaban daripada tentera Israel berhubung serangan udara ke atas sebuah hospital di selatan Gaza yang meragut 20 nyawa, termasuk lima wartawan, tiga daripadanya berkhidmat dengan kedua-dua agensi itu. Dalam surat bersama kepada Perdana Menteri Benjamin Netanyahu dan pegawai kanan Israel, Editor Eksekutif AP Julie Pace dan Ketua Sidang Pengarang… Continue reading AP dan Reuters tuntut akauntabiliti Israel selepas 5 wartawan maut
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AP dan Reuters tuntut akauntabiliti Israel selepas 5 wartawan maut

ISTANBUL: Associated Press dan Reuters menuntut kebertanggungjawaban daripada tentera Israel berhubung serangan udara ke atas sebuah hospital di selatan Gaza yang meragut 20 nyawa, termasuk lima wartawan, tiga daripadanya berkhidmat dengan kedua-dua agensi itu. Dalam surat bersama kepada Perdana Menteri Benjamin Netanyahu dan pegawai kanan Israel, Editor Eksekutif AP Julie Pace dan Ketua Sidang Pengarang… Continue reading AP dan Reuters tuntut akauntabiliti Israel selepas 5 wartawan maut

Malaysia and Brunei sign health MoU during Sultan’s state visit

PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Sultan of Brunei Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah witnessed the exchange of a Memorandum of Understanding on health cooperation between their two countries. The ceremony occurred at the Seri Perdana Complex during the Sultan’s three-day state visit to Malaysia at the invitation of King Sultan Ibrahim. Health Minister Datuk… Continue reading Malaysia and Brunei sign health MoU during Sultan’s state visit
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Malaysia and Brunei sign health MoU during Sultan’s state visit

PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Sultan of Brunei Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah witnessed the exchange of a Memorandum of Understanding on health cooperation between their two countries. The ceremony occurred at the Seri Perdana Complex during the Sultan’s three-day state visit to Malaysia at the invitation of King Sultan Ibrahim. Health Minister Datuk… Continue reading Malaysia and Brunei sign health MoU during Sultan’s state visit

Pan Borneo Highway Kudat stretch set for phased completion by 2028

KUALA LUMPUR: The Pan Borneo Highway stretch connecting Kota Kinabalu to Kudat is scheduled for phased completion by the third quarter of 2028. Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi confirmed the coastal road project involves eight work packages currently under implementation. “To date, four of the 35 work packages under LPB Sabah have been… Continue reading Pan Borneo Highway Kudat stretch set for phased completion by 2028
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Pan Borneo Highway Kudat stretch set for phased completion by 2028

KUALA LUMPUR: The Pan Borneo Highway stretch connecting Kota Kinabalu to Kudat is scheduled for phased completion by the third quarter of 2028. Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi confirmed the coastal road project involves eight work packages currently under implementation. “To date, four of the 35 work packages under LPB Sabah have been… Continue reading Pan Borneo Highway Kudat stretch set for phased completion by 2028

Bekas Presiden Sri Lanka Ranil Wickremesinghe dibenarkan ikat jamin

COLOMBO: Mahkamah Sri Lanka telah membenarkan bekas Presiden Ranil Wickremesinghe yang baru ditahan dan direman untuk dibebaskan dengan ikat jamin pada petang Selasa. Majistret Colombo Fort Nilupuli Lankapura mengeluarkan perintah pembebasan dengan tiga bon tanggungan masing-masing bernilai lima juta rupee. Perbicaraan kes terhadap bekas presiden itu berlangsung di Mahkamah Majistret Colombo Fort sekitar pukul 1.40… Continue reading Bekas Presiden Sri Lanka Ranil Wickremesinghe dibenarkan ikat jamin
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Bekas Presiden Sri Lanka Ranil Wickremesinghe dibenarkan ikat jamin

COLOMBO: Mahkamah Sri Lanka telah membenarkan bekas Presiden Ranil Wickremesinghe yang baru ditahan dan direman untuk dibebaskan dengan ikat jamin pada petang Selasa. Majistret Colombo Fort Nilupuli Lankapura mengeluarkan perintah pembebasan dengan tiga bon tanggungan masing-masing bernilai lima juta rupee. Perbicaraan kes terhadap bekas presiden itu berlangsung di Mahkamah Majistret Colombo Fort sekitar pukul 1.40… Continue reading Bekas Presiden Sri Lanka Ranil Wickremesinghe dibenarkan ikat jamin

Malaysia to develop blue carbon credit trading platform with Sabah

KUALA LUMPUR: The federal government will develop policies and guidelines while exploring the creation of a platform for trading blue carbon credits. Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan confirmed this initiative during his Dewan Negara address today. He stated that “the Federal Government will collaborate with the Sabah Maju Jaya Secretariat (SSMJ) and… Continue reading Malaysia to develop blue carbon credit trading platform with Sabah
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Kerjasama Malaysia-ARM jangka pulangan pelaburan dalam 10 tahun

KUALA LUMPUR: Kerjasama antara Malaysia dan syarikat teknologi global ARM Ltd dijangka memberi pulangan pelaburan dalam tempoh 10 tahun. Kementerian Ekonomi menyatakan pulangan pelaburan itu antaranya membantu peningkatan nilai eksport produk elektrik dan elektronik kepada RM865.9 bilion pada 2030 berbanding RM601.2 bilion pada 2024. “Selain itu, membantu peningkatan nilai tambah subsektor elektrik dan elektronik kepada… Continue reading Kerjasama Malaysia-ARM jangka pulangan pelaburan dalam 10 tahun
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Kerjasama Malaysia-ARM jangka pulangan pelaburan dalam 10 tahun

KUALA LUMPUR: Kerjasama antara Malaysia dan syarikat teknologi global ARM Ltd dijangka memberi pulangan pelaburan dalam tempoh 10 tahun. Kementerian Ekonomi menyatakan pulangan pelaburan itu antaranya membantu peningkatan nilai eksport produk elektrik dan elektronik kepada RM865.9 bilion pada 2030 berbanding RM601.2 bilion pada 2024. “Selain itu, membantu peningkatan nilai tambah subsektor elektrik dan elektronik kepada… Continue reading Kerjasama Malaysia-ARM jangka pulangan pelaburan dalam 10 tahun

Malaysia and Brunei boost energy and trade ties in annual talks

PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia and Brunei have pledged to advance cooperation across multiple sectors including energy, connectivity, agriculture, tourism, and the halal industry. The commitment was formalised in a joint statement issued following the 26th Malaysia-Brunei Annual Leaders’ Consultation between Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah and Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Both leaders reaffirmed the importance of deepening… Continue reading Malaysia and Brunei boost energy and trade ties in annual talks
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Malaysia and Brunei boost energy and trade ties in annual talks

PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia and Brunei have pledged to advance cooperation across multiple sectors including energy, connectivity, agriculture, tourism, and the halal industry. The commitment was formalised in a joint statement issued following the 26th Malaysia-Brunei Annual Leaders’ Consultation between Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah and Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Both leaders reaffirmed the importance of deepening… Continue reading Malaysia and Brunei boost energy and trade ties in annual talks

Overcoming systemic barriers

WOMEN have made impressive strides in various professional spaces. Be it as CEOs in large corporations or artists in creative fields, many women have made significant contributions to the domains they inhabit professionally. Yet, women still face systemic barriers, especially in male-dominated spaces. From not being taken seriously to having fewer opportunities for advancement, women… Continue reading Overcoming systemic barriers

Melaka plans retirement villages as 15% of population to be elderly by 2040

ALOR GAJAH: Melaka is preparing to become an aged state by 2040 with 15% of its population projected to be 60 years and above, necessitating comprehensive long-term planning across health, social and economic sectors. State Women, Family and Community Development Committee chairman Datuk Kalsom Noordin revealed that retirement villages form part of the state’s preparations… Continue reading Melaka plans retirement villages as 15% of population to be elderly by 2040
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Melaka plans retirement villages as 15% of population to be elderly by 2040

ALOR GAJAH: Melaka is preparing to become an aged state by 2040 with 15% of its population projected to be 60 years and above, necessitating comprehensive long-term planning across health, social and economic sectors. State Women, Family and Community Development Committee chairman Datuk Kalsom Noordin revealed that retirement villages form part of the state’s preparations… Continue reading Melaka plans retirement villages as 15% of population to be elderly by 2040

MOSTI perkasa Program Sekolah Angkat MADANI fokus STI STEM

KUALA LUMPUR: Program Sekolah Angkat MADANI di bawah Kementerian Sains, Teknologi dan Inovasi (MOSTI) akan memberi penekanan terhadap aspek Sains, Teknologi dan Inovasi (STI) bagi mempersiapkan generasi muda menghadapi cabaran serta peluang masa depan. Ketua Setiausaha MOSTI Datuk Seri Hasnol Zam Zam Ahmad berkata sebanyak 11 program dan projek dirancang dengan tumpuan kepada Sains, Teknologi,… Continue reading MOSTI perkasa Program Sekolah Angkat MADANI fokus STI STEM
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MOSTI perkasa Program Sekolah Angkat MADANI fokus STI STEM

KUALA LUMPUR: Program Sekolah Angkat MADANI di bawah Kementerian Sains, Teknologi dan Inovasi (MOSTI) akan memberi penekanan terhadap aspek Sains, Teknologi dan Inovasi (STI) bagi mempersiapkan generasi muda menghadapi cabaran serta peluang masa depan. Ketua Setiausaha MOSTI Datuk Seri Hasnol Zam Zam Ahmad berkata sebanyak 11 program dan projek dirancang dengan tumpuan kepada Sains, Teknologi,… Continue reading MOSTI perkasa Program Sekolah Angkat MADANI fokus STI STEM

Malaysia and Brunei reaffirm commitment to finalise land boundary by 2027

PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia and Brunei have reaffirmed their commitment to finalise the demarcation and survey of Sector F-G by May 2027 based solely on the watershed principle. This commitment was formalised in a joint statement following discussions between Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and the Sultan of Brunei Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah during the 26th Annual… Continue reading Malaysia and Brunei reaffirm commitment to finalise land boundary by 2027
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Malaysia and Brunei reaffirm commitment to finalise land boundary by 2027

PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia and Brunei have reaffirmed their commitment to finalise the demarcation and survey of Sector F-G by May 2027 based solely on the watershed principle. This commitment was formalised in a joint statement following discussions between Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and the Sultan of Brunei Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah during the 26th Annual… Continue reading Malaysia and Brunei reaffirm commitment to finalise land boundary by 2027

Wei Chong-Kai Wun advance to World Championships third round in Paris

KUALA LUMPUR: National men’s doubles pair Man Wei Chong and Tee Kai Wun progressed to the third round of the World Championships 2025 after a hard-fought victory against French brothers Christo and Toma Junior Popov. The Malaysian duo, who received a first-round bye, needed sixty-five minutes to overcome the home pair with a 21-15, 13-21,… Continue reading Wei Chong-Kai Wun advance to World Championships third round in Paris
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Wei Chong-Kai Wun advance to World Championships third round in Paris

KUALA LUMPUR: National men’s doubles pair Man Wei Chong and Tee Kai Wun progressed to the third round of the World Championships 2025 after a hard-fought victory against French brothers Christo and Toma Junior Popov. The Malaysian duo, who received a first-round bye, needed sixty-five minutes to overcome the home pair with a 21-15, 13-21,… Continue reading Wei Chong-Kai Wun advance to World Championships third round in Paris

Denmark summons US diplomat over Greenland influence operations

OSLO: Denmark’s foreign minister has summoned the most senior diplomat at the U.S. embassy in Copenhagen over reports U.S. citizens have been conducting influence operations in Greenland, public broadcaster DR reported on Wednesday, citing the minister. U.S. President Donald Trump has said he wants the United States to take over the minerals-rich and strategically located… Continue reading Denmark summons US diplomat over Greenland influence operations
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Denmark summons US diplomat over Greenland influence operations

OSLO: Denmark’s foreign minister has summoned the most senior diplomat at the U.S. embassy in Copenhagen over reports U.S. citizens have been conducting influence operations in Greenland, public broadcaster DR reported on Wednesday, citing the minister. U.S. President Donald Trump has said he wants the United States to take over the minerals-rich and strategically located… Continue reading Denmark summons US diplomat over Greenland influence operations

England flags spark pride and concern amid anti-immigration protests

LONDON: The red and white St George’s Cross and the Union Jack flags have proliferated along streets across England in recent weeks in what supporters say is a campaign to show national pride, but others fear is part of growing anti-immigration sentiment. The flags have emerged during a politically charged summer in Britain that has… Continue reading England flags spark pride and concern amid anti-immigration protests
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England flags spark pride and concern amid anti-immigration protests

LONDON: The red and white St George’s Cross and the Union Jack flags have proliferated along streets across England in recent weeks in what supporters say is a campaign to show national pride, but others fear is part of growing anti-immigration sentiment. The flags have emerged during a politically charged summer in Britain that has… Continue reading England flags spark pride and concern amid anti-immigration protests

Coco Gauff survives tough US Open first round against Ajla Tomljanovic

NEW YORK: Coco Gauff began her US Open title defence with a hard-fought 6-4, 6-7(2), 7-5 victory over unseeded Ajla Tomljanovic in Tuesday’s first round. The American third seed navigated a significant challenge following recent coaching changes ahead of the year’s final Grand Slam tournament. Gauff arrived in New York after splitting with mentor Matt… Continue reading Coco Gauff survives tough US Open first round against Ajla Tomljanovic
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Coco Gauff survives tough US Open first round against Ajla Tomljanovic

NEW YORK: Coco Gauff began her US Open title defence with a hard-fought 6-4, 6-7(2), 7-5 victory over unseeded Ajla Tomljanovic in Tuesday’s first round. The American third seed navigated a significant challenge following recent coaching changes ahead of the year’s final Grand Slam tournament. Gauff arrived in New York after splitting with mentor Matt… Continue reading Coco Gauff survives tough US Open first round against Ajla Tomljanovic

New Zealand rugby player Shane Christie dies aged 39 after concussions

A New Zealand rugby player who wanted his brain studied after suffering multiple concussions has died at age 39. Shane Christie, a former Maori All Blacks player, had campaigned for greater awareness in rugby of the impact of repeated head blows. After retiring from the game in 2017, Christie reportedly suffered from headaches, memory lapses,… Continue reading New Zealand rugby player Shane Christie dies aged 39 after concussions
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Nigeria coastal community swept away as Commonwealth climate pledges stall

LAGOS (Nigeria): One morning in June, an ocean surge swept through the village of Apakin, one of Lagos’ last indigenous coastal communities, washing away fishing boats, nets and graves. It was only the latest event in the settlement of roughly 3,000 people that is losing homes and livelihoods to rising seas. Despite pledges of support… Continue reading Nigeria coastal community swept away as Commonwealth climate pledges stall
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New Zealand rugby player Shane Christie dies aged 39 after concussions

A New Zealand rugby player who wanted his brain studied after suffering multiple concussions has died at age 39. Shane Christie, a former Maori All Blacks player, had campaigned for greater awareness in rugby of the impact of repeated head blows. After retiring from the game in 2017, Christie reportedly suffered from headaches, memory lapses,… Continue reading New Zealand rugby player Shane Christie dies aged 39 after concussions

Nigeria coastal community swept away as Commonwealth climate pledges stall

LAGOS (Nigeria): One morning in June, an ocean surge swept through the village of Apakin, one of Lagos’ last indigenous coastal communities, washing away fishing boats, nets and graves. It was only the latest event in the settlement of roughly 3,000 people that is losing homes and livelihoods to rising seas. Despite pledges of support… Continue reading Nigeria coastal community swept away as Commonwealth climate pledges stall