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Farang allegedly damages Pattaya salon, claims ownership of girlfriend’s former business
A salon owner in Pattaya recently faced a series of attacks from a farang who claimed ownership of her establishment. The 35 year old woman, Nijada Korby, took legal ownership of the salon from the foreigner’s girlfriend and opened her business on May 27. However, the foreign man began to cause trouble, attempting to destroy the salon. Nijada reported the…
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New moon sighting to determine Aidiladha date on June 18
The Malaysian government has announced that the sighting of the new moon of Zulhijjah, which will determine the date for Aidiladha, is set to take place on June 18. The date will be announced over radio and television on the same night, following the sighting. The Conference of Rulers has agreed to set the date for Aidiladha based on the…
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Umno deputy president hopes apology demand won’t divide coalition government
Umno Deputy President Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan expressed his hope that the apology demanded by his party’s Youth Chief would not lead to divisions within the federal coalition government with Pakatan Harapan (PH). Mohamad Hasan, also known as Tok Mat, stated that he respects DAP Secretary-General Anthony Loke’s opinion against issuing such an apology and urged all parties involved to…
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Rosmah Mansor denies involvement in royal pardon request for Najib Razak
In Kuala Lumpur, Rosmah Mansor, the wife of former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak, stated that she has not been involved in the request for her husband’s royal pardon. The United Malays National Organisation (UMNO) has been seeking a pardon for Najib, who was convicted of corruption charges. Rosmah made a rare public appearance and expressed her gratitude to UMNO…
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Man arrested for assaulting female driver with helmet in road rage incident
In Balik Pulau, a 32-year-old motorcyclist has been arrested following an assault on a female driver on June 10 at Jalan Permatang Damar Laut. Barat Daya district police chief Kamarul Rizal Jenal confirmed that the man was taken into custody yesterday to assist with the investigation. According to initial findings, the motorcyclist was upset with the female driver, who had…
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ACCCIM urges stamp duty exemption extension for RM500,001-RM1m properties
The Associated Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Malaysia (ACCCIM) has expressed its hope that the government will extend the stamp duty exemption period for properties priced between RM500,001 and RM1 million until the end of 2025. This extension would align the exemption period with that of properties valued at RM500,000 and below, which is also set to expire…
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Malaysia’s trade outlook brightens with global growth upgrade
The recent upgrade in the global economic growth forecast for this year is expected to have a positive impact on Malaysia’s trade performance, according to Investment, Trade, and Industry Minister, Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz. The World Bank has increased its global growth projections to 2.1% in 2023, up from the 1.7% predicted in January. Additionally, the growth forecasts for the…
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Putin admits Ukraine’s counteroffensive, claims significant losses
Vladimir Putin, the Russian president, confirmed that Ukraine has launched its anticipated counteroffensive against Moscow’s occupying forces. He acknowledged the Ukrainian army’s use of strategic reserves, while claiming they had not achieved their objectives and were suffering significant losses. However, the lack of independent reporting from the front lines and limited information from Kyiv makes it difficult to verify Putin’s…
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Malaysian Pharmacists Society urges swift passage of Tobacco Control Bill
The Malaysian Pharmacists Society (MPS) has urged the country’s Parliament to pass the Tobacco Product Control for Public Health Bill 2023 without delay, including the Generational End Game (GEG) provision. MPS President Prof Amrahi Buang emphasised the importance of controlling vape products and nicotine liquid, which were delisted from the Poisons Act on March 31. He stressed that any delay…
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Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission accused of unlawful lawyer denial
Lawyers for Liberty (LFL), a Malaysian lawyer group, has stated that it is unlawful for the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) to deprive the public of their right to legal counsel during questioning. The group’s director, Zaid Malek, emphasised that MACC has no arbitrary right to deny the public legal counsel during the interrogation process. “This is arbitrary, unlawful and unbefitting…
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Son kills father in brutal attack, Thai village demands life sentence
A 46 year old man was found dead in his home in Nong Bua Lamphu province, Thailand after allegedly being killed by his 24 year old son. Locals witnessed the son, Amarin, confessing to the murder while covered in blood before being apprehended by police. At the crime scene, a one-storey house with two bedrooms, the police found the body of…
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Phuket emergency centre opens as mystery illness strikes 100+ people
An emergency operations centre (EOC) has been established by the Public Health Ministry in response to over 100 people falling ill from an unidentified pathogen across three districts in Phuket. The pathogen has caused severe diarrhoea among those affected. Public Health Permanent Secretary, Dr Opas Karnkawinpong, stated that health authorities are investigating the cause of the outbreak, which was initially…
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Thai elephant to be repatriated from Sri Lanka with 19 million baht budget
Animal lovers will be happy to know that Thailand’s Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment has allocated a budget of 19 million baht for the return of Sak Surin, an ailing Thai elephant, from Sri Lanka next month, as announced by Minister Varawut Silpa-archa. Sak Surin was one of three elephants sent to Sri Lanka as goodwill ambassadors from Thailand…
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Boris Johnson resigns as MP after tumultuous political career
Boris Johnson’s fall from power in the UK was as dramatic and controversial as his rise. The former prime minister, whose career was defined by surviving scandal, stepped down as an MP after a series of controversies. Despite this, Johnson left the possibility of a return to politics open for his allies. Born in New York in 1964, Johnson’s political…
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Tajuddin urges Umno to lift suspension for state elections participation
Former Umno Supreme Council member, Datuk Seri Tajuddin Abdul Rahman, has reportedly called for his six-year suspension to be lifted ahead of the state elections. In an interview with Malaysiakini, the seasoned politician expressed his desire to engage in a metaphorical “silat” match against Umno’s opponents in Perikatan Nasional, the Malay martial arts. However, he currently cannot participate, comparing his…
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Khairy Jamaluddin to discuss Bersatu membership with Muhyiddin Yassin
Former Umno Youth chief Khairy Jamaluddin is set to meet with Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu) president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin next week to discuss the potential of joining the party. In a recent podcast, Khairy clarified that there was no conspiracy behind his meeting with suspended former Umno vice-president Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Hussein. “I have known Hisham for a…
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Tractor accident kills driver in Lopburi, workers shocked at discovering body
A 69 year old farmer was crushed to death by his overturned tractor in a forest in Lopburi province, Thailand yesterday. Authorities and rescue workers were called to the scene where they discovered the flipped farm vehicle with the man’s body beneath it. At the site of the accident, investigators found the toppled tractor laying on top of the farmer, Chatchai…
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Trump indicted for hoarding classified documents at Mar-a-Lago
In a major development, US federal prosecutors have unveiled a comprehensive indictment against former President Donald Trump, accusing him of hoarding and concealing classified documents containing sensitive national security information. The 49-page document details 37 federal charges against Trump, with 31 of those charges relating to violations under the Espionage Act. The remaining six charges are connected to Trump’s alleged…
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Probe leader steps down amid partisanship in Canada’s China interference inquiry
The investigation into alleged Chinese interference in Canada has experienced a major change, as David Johnston, the government-appointed leader of the probe, announced his resignation on Friday. Johnston, a former Canadian Governor General, cited the highly partisan atmosphere surrounding his work as the reason for his departure. His appointment had been controversial, with some, including opposition Conservative Party leader Pierre…
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Sunak faces revived Tory chaos as Boris Johnson resigns as MP
The political landscape in the United Kingdom has been shaken once again with the unexpected resignation of former Prime Minister Boris Johnson as an MP. This development has reignited the internal squabbles within the Conservative Party that had somewhat subsided during Rishi Sunak’s seven-month tenure as Prime Minister. Sunak, who has been struggling in opinion polls, now faces the challenge…
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Sarawak Dayak National Union seeks answers on Iban alphabet, native language institution
The Sarawak Dayak National Union (SDNU) is seeking answers from the Sarawak state government regarding two proposals it submitted 14 years ago. The proposals included the adoption of the Iban alphabet in the education system and the establishment of an institution dedicated to the development of native Sarawak languages. SDNU president Tan Sri William Mawan Ikom stated that after successfully…
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20,000 Man City fans in Istanbul for Champions League showdown
Istanbul is preparing to welcome an influx of 20,000 Manchester City supporters, as the team gears up to take on Inter Milan in the Champions League final this Saturday night. The Turkish authorities are relieved that the city does not appear to be overwhelmed by football fans, and English police officers are optimistic that the chaos experienced during last year’s…
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Partygate aides among honourees in Johnson’s resignation list
The resignation honours list of former Prime Minister Boris Johnson has been released, revealing nominations for political aides involved in the partygate scandal. Martin Reynolds, who earned the nickname “party Marty,” has been awarded a Companion of the Bath (CB). Reynolds gained notoriety for inviting people to “socially distanced drinks” in the Number 10 garden during the first national lockdown…
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Boris Johnson resigns, avoiding career-ending suspension and by-election
In a surprising turn of events, Boris Johnson announced his resignation on Friday, effectively putting an end to his political career. Despite hints of a possible comeback in his resignation statement, it seems unlikely that Johnson will return to the political stage. Some MPs may call for his return if the Conservatives underperform in the next general election, but the…
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Disney’s Hotstar offers free mobile streaming of cricket tournaments in India
Hotstar, owned by Walt Disney Co, has announced that it will provide free streaming of cricket tournaments in India on mobile devices, following the success of rival JioCinema’s similar strategy in the cricket-loving nation. The streaming platform will offer the Asia Cup and ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup tournaments at no cost to users, aiming to make the matches accessible…
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Pakistan targets 6.54% deficit with $50.45bn budget to unlock IMF funds
Pakistan’s finance minister has announced a budget deficit target of 6.54% of economic output for the upcoming fiscal year, starting July 1. This figure is slightly lower than the current year’s revised estimate of 7%. The budget aims to satisfy the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to secure the release of bailout funds for the crisis-stricken country, which is due to…
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South Korea summons China’s ambassador over ‘senseless’ US tilt accusation
South Korea’s foreign ministry has called on China’s ambassador, expressing concerns over comments made by the diplomat that accused Seoul of favouring the United States over China. This comes as tensions between Washington and Beijing escalate in the battle for global influence. On Friday, South Korean First Vice Foreign Minister Chang Ho-jin cautioned Chinese Ambassador Xing Haiming about his “senseless…
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US bans Chinese printer maker Ninestar, chemical firm over Uighur abuse links
In a move to combat human rights abuses in China, the US has imposed a ban on imports from Chinese printer manufacturer Ninestar Corp and chemical company Xingjang Zhongtai Chemical Co Ltd. The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has accused these companies of participating in business practices that target China’s Uighurs and other persecuted groups. Ninestar, which claims to…
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Newcastle secures £25m annual shirt deal with Saudi-backed Sela
Newcastle United has inked a lucrative multi-year shirt sponsorship agreement with Saudi events management firm Sela, following the lifting of a temporary ban on owner-related commercial deals. The sponsorship, reportedly valued at £25 million annually, comes as both organisations experience rapid growth. Sela is supported by the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF), which also owns an 80% stake in Newcastle…
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Boris Johnson resigns as MP, citing Partygate probe as reason
Boris Johnson, the former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, has resigned from his position as a Member of Parliament, citing a parliamentary investigation into the “Partygate” scandal as the reason for his departure. The 58-year-old announced his resignation on Friday, causing an immediate by-election in his constituency and putting pressure on his successor, Rishi Sunak. The parliamentary inquiry was…
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