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Health Ministry warned over medical officer oversupply projections in rural Sarawak
The Malaysian Health Ministry’s (MoH) projection of an oversupply of medical officers from 2026 to 2030 has raised concerns for healthcare services in the country, particularly in rural areas of Sarawak. Deputy Minister for Education, Innovation and Talent Development, Dr Annuar Rapaee, has called for a review of the projection, taking into account the demand for healthcare services and Malaysia’s…
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Sarawak Premier highlights politics as platform for state, country development
The Sarawak Premier, Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Openg, emphasised the importance of a common political platform for the development of the state, country, and community. He asserted that Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) is dedicated to serving and safeguarding the rights of Sarawak and its people. “Our politics should be the right politics with the right intentions. We will…
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Wagner Group refuses Ministry contracts amid Russia’s defence directive
The Wagner Group, a Russian private military company, has declined to sign contracts with the Russian defence ministry, despite a directive issued by Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu. The order, aimed at increasing the effectiveness of the Russian army fighting in Ukraine, required all “volunteer detachments” to sign contracts with the ministry by the end of June. Wagner Group founder Yevgeny…
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Djokovic claims record 23rd Grand Slam at French Open
Novak Djokovic has achieved a historic milestone as he secured his men’s record 23rd Grand Slam title, defeating Casper Ruud 7-6 (1), 6-3, 7-5 in the French Open final. This victory further strengthens his claim to be the greatest player of all time in men’s tennis. The 36-year-old Serbian surpassed rival Rafael Nadal, who missed this year’s tournament due to…
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Ukraine reports recapturing three villages in counteroffensive against Russia
Ukrainian forces have reportedly recaptured three villages in the southeast from Russian control, marking the first liberated settlements since launching a counteroffensive. In an unverified video published by Ukraine’s 68th Jaeger Brigade, soldiers raised the Ukrainian flag in the Donetsk region’s village of Blahodatne. Valeriy Shershen, spokesperson for Ukraine’s “Tavria” military sector, announced the initial results of the counteroffensive actions…
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Four missing indigenous children survive 40 days in Colombian jungle
Radios in the Colombian jungle came alive with the news that four indigenous Huitoto children, missing for 40 days, had been found alive. The children, aged 13, nine, four, and one, survived a plane crash on May 1 that killed their mother. Stranded in an area filled with snakes, jaguars, and mosquitos, the children relied on their survival skills and…
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Russia attacks evacuee boat in Kherson, kills three, amid dam flooding crisis
Three individuals lost their lives after a boat evacuating people from a flood-stricken area in Kherson, Ukraine, was attacked by Russian forces, according to the regional governor. The Nova Kakhovka dam, located on the eastern bank of the Dnipro River, was destroyed, causing widespread flooding and trapping numerous people. The governor, Oleksandr Prokudin, reported that Russian troops shelled the evacuation…
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11-year-old British girl killed in France over neighbour dispute
A tragic incident in north-western France has resulted in the death of an 11-year-old British girl, with her parents also sustaining injuries. The family was in their garden when the shooting occurred, which reportedly stemmed from an ongoing dispute between neighbours. The UK’s Foreign Office has confirmed its assistance to the British family following the event, which took place on…
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Murder probe launched after suspected human remains found in Ballymena search
Authorities have initiated a murder investigation following the discovery of what is believed to be human remains during the search for a missing woman, Chloe Mitchell, in Ballymena. The 21-year-old was last seen in the County Antrim town between the night of June 2 and the early hours of June 3. The search operation has been extensive, and Detective Chief…
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Suspected human remains found in Ballymena spark murder investigation
A murder investigation has been initiated by the police following the discovery of suspected human remains in connection with the disappearance of Chloe Mitchell, a 21-year-old woman from Ballymena, County Antrim. Mitchell was last seen by her family on the evening of June 2, with CCTV footage capturing her in the early hours of the next day. Two men, aged…
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11-year-old British girl killed, parents injured in France shooting
In a tragic incident, an 11-year-old girl lost her life and her British parents sustained injuries in a shooting that took place in the village of Saint-Herbot in Brittany, France. The young girl was playing in her family’s garden when the attack occurred. Her father suffered serious injuries, while her mother was less severely hurt. The girl’s eight-year-old sister managed…
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Anwar Ibrahim mingles with crowd at Balik Pulau Night Market
In Balik Pulau, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim made his first visit to the local night market since taking office on November 24 last year. The Prime Minister spent around 30 minutes mingling with visitors and vendors, posing for photographs, and even fanning satay over a charcoal fire. He also took the opportunity to sample some local delicacies, including Balik Pulau…
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Malaysia PM plans to expand Jakim’s role in national development
The Malaysian government is looking to expand the role of the Malaysian Islamic Development Department (Jakim) in a bid to enhance the country’s dignity and status, according to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. In a recent meeting with Jakim’s leadership, Anwar expressed his desire for the department to contribute to the drafting of a national development policy framework based on Malaysia…
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Nine arrested in viral Maran fight over vehicle-blocking misunderstanding
In Sri Jaya, Maran, a conflict erupted today, resulting in the arrest of nine individuals. A video of the incident has been widely circulated on social media, capturing the attention of many. Maran district police chief Norzamri Abd Rahman stated that the altercation occurred at around 1pm, leaving three people with minor injuries. According to preliminary investigations, the fight broke…
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UN report slams Taliban’s highly exclusionary rule, group denies rifts
A United Nations Security Council report has been denounced by the Taliban as “baseless and biased” for describing the Afghan administration as “highly exclusionary” and “repressive.” The report, published earlier in June by the UNSC’s Analytical Support and Sanctions Monitoring Team, stated that the Taliban’s governance structures continue to be exclusionary, Pashtun-centred, and repressive towards opposition. The report also highlighted…
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I-95 Philadelphia collapse after fire engulfs vehicles on major US highway
A massive fire under a section of Interstate 95 in Philadelphia led to the collapse of a large part of the highway, forcing its closure in both directions. No injuries were reported as a result of the incident. The blaze broke out beneath an elevated section of the northbound lanes in northeast Philadelphia, with early indications suggesting a tanker truck…
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Trump defiant amid charges, claims pursuit due to 2024 election bid
Former US President Donald Trump displayed defiance at two Republican Party conventions on Saturday, despite being charged with mishandling classified documents the day before. Trump, who is seeking to become the Republican candidate for president in 2024, claimed that the federal court pursuit is due to his re-election aspirations. However, at the North Carolina Republican Party convention, he did not…
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Shapps dismisses witch hunt claims, says UK tired of Johnson drama
Grant Shapps, the Energy Secretary, has dismissed the notion that former Prime Minister Boris Johnson was the victim of a witch hunt, stating that people “want to move on” from the “drama” surrounding him. Johnson resigned as an MP, accusing a “Kangaroo Court” of MPs investigating Partygate of forcing him out. Shapps insisted that it was Johnson’s “own decision” to…
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Sturgeon arrested amid SNP funding scandal investigation
Scotland’s ex-first minister and former SNP leader, Nicola Sturgeon, has been taken into custody and is being questioned by detectives in connection with the ongoing investigation into the Scottish National Party’s finances. The 52-year-old is the latest high-profile figure to be detained as part of Police Scotland’s Operation Branchform, which is examining the whereabouts of £600,000 of funding earmarked for…
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Malaysians lured by job scams on social media left stranded abroad
Malaysians falling victim to job scams and becoming stranded in foreign countries can often be traced back to social media advertisements promising attractive salaries and benefits, according to Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail. These individuals are easily manipulated by the false promises, leading to their families filing missing person reports or seeking assistance in locating them abroad. “The root cause…
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Sabah Chief Minister urges unity for political stability and economic progress
Chief Minister Hajij Noor urged residents of Sabah, particularly those in the Tuaran district, to collaborate with the government to maintain political stability and foster economic growth in the state. He emphasised that continuous cooperation and support from the people would enable the government to concentrate on ensuring progressive development across the state. Noor, who is also the Sulaman assemblyman,…
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11-year-old and father arrested for viral underage driving video
An 11-year-old boy and his father were arrested in Pandamaran, Malaysia, after a video of the child driving his father’s car on Jalan Banting-Pandamaran went viral. The video, which was 1.21 minutes long, captured the boy driving a silver Proton Saga last Friday around 6pm. South Klang district police chief, Cha Hoong Fong, confirmed that the pair were arrested at…
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Elderly woman’s chest pains cause 6-vehicle crash in Balik Pulau
A car accident involving six vehicles occurred on Jalan Balik Pulau, as a 59-year-old woman experienced chest pains while driving and veered into the opposite lane. The incident, which took place at 9am, resulted in two people being seriously injured and four others receiving outpatient treatment at Balik Pulau Hospital. Southwest district police chief Kamarul Rizal Jenal reported that the…
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Trump slams ridiculous indictment, claims attack on supporters
In his first public appearances since the unsealing of a federal indictment, former United States President Donald Trump has denounced the 37 felony counts against him as “ridiculous” and “baseless.” Addressing Republican state conventions in Georgia and North Carolina over the weekend, Trump framed the indictment as an assault on his supporters and an attempt to hinder his potential return…
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Russia moves to control Wagner Group amid defence ministry infighting
A recent statement by Russia’s Deputy Defence Minister, Nikolai Pankov, has sparked tensions between the country’s defence officials and the Wagner Group, a private military organisation. Pankov announced that “volunteer formations” would be required to sign contracts directly with the Ministry of Defence, a move believed to target the Wagner Group. In response, the group’s leader, Yevgeny Prigozhin, declared that…
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Highland wildfire rages for second day as power outages affect homes
Firefighters continue to battle a wildfire in the Highlands for a second consecutive day. The fire, which started near the village of Daviot south of Inverness at around 2:45pm on Saturday, has left some local homes and businesses without power. Authorities have advised residents to stay indoors and keep windows closed to prevent smoke inhalation. The ongoing wildfire is approximately…
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SNP threatens Labour with difficulties in hung parliament over referendum
Scotland’s First Minister, Humza Yousaf, has warned that the Scottish National Party (SNP) could make life difficult for Labour in a hung parliament if the party does not grant Scotland the power to call a referendum. Yousaf emphasised that devolving this power would be the cost of SNP support for Labour’s agenda. However, he acknowledged that it is “obvious” that…
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Sunak denies intervening in Johnson’s honours list amid Tory turmoil
Energy Secretary Grant Shapps has stated that Rishi Sunak did not interfere in Boris Johnson’s honours list, claiming that the world has “moved on” since Johnson’s dramatic departure. Shapps spoke on Sky News’ Sophy Ridge On Sunday, emphasising that there are now “different challenges to face” and that Downing Street is “under new management.” He insisted that the government is…
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Three Brits missing after Red Sea diving boat fire in Egypt
A search is currently ongoing for three British passengers who went missing after a diving boat caught fire in the Red Sea, off the coast of Egypt. Out of the 15 British passengers, 10 crew members, and two guides on the vessel in Marsa Alam, 12 tourists were rescued. Authorities have cited an electrical fault as the likely cause of…
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Ministry identifies 481 sick projects, aims to revive with agencies
The Local Government Development Ministry (KPKT) in Malaysia has identified a total of 481 ‘sick’ projects and 112 abandoned projects across the nation, according to Deputy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir. In order to address these issues, the ministry has established a task force and is in discussions with relevant agencies, including the National Water Services Commission (SPAN) and Public…
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