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40 luxury handbags linked to 1MDB scandal set for auction
An auction is set to take place for 40 luxury handbags from various brands linked to the 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) financial scandal. The Malaysian government has filed an application for the forfeiture of assets under Section 56 of the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds Act 2001, in connection with the misappropriation of assets. Assets seized by the police…
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Afghanistan mosque explosion kills Taliban officials during funeral prayers
A mosque in north-east Afghanistan was rocked by an explosion, resulting in multiple casualties. Among those injured or killed were several local Taliban officials. The blast took place during a prayer service held for the deputy governor of Badakhshan province, who lost his life in a car bomb attack earlier this week. The Islamic State militant group claimed responsibility for…
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Ukraine blamed for ammonia pipeline blast, threatens Russian grain deal
Russia has accused Ukraine of being responsible for an explosion on a crucial ammonia pipeline, stating that it could negatively impact the renewal of a significant grain export agreement. The Togliatti-Odesa pipeline was damaged in a blast on Monday, which Moscow attributes to Ukrainian “sabotage” groups. The Kremlin has declared that it will not renew last year’s grain export deal…
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Teen charged with Aberdeenshire murder, drug supply, and indecent communication
A 19-year-old has been charged with the murder of a 24-year-old man in Aberdeenshire. Michael Jenkins was declared dead on Watermill Road in Fraserburgh after police responded to a disturbance report around 6pm on Sunday. Alfie Whelan, from Sutton, appeared in Peterhead Sheriff Court on Wednesday, facing charges of murder, supplying controlled drugs, and communicating indecently. Whelan has been remanded…
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M&S settles Percy Pig dispute, Swizzels to change design
Marks & Spencer (M&S) has reached a settlement with confectionery firm Swizzels, which it accused of imitating its popular Percy Pig sweets. The two companies have come to an “amicable resolution” after Swizzels agreed to alter the design of its Pigs Mugs sweets. M&S had claimed that the similarities between the products could lead to customers purchasing the wrong item.…
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Coca-Cola, Red Bull seek millions after Scotland’s deposit return scheme collapse
Coca-Cola and Red Bull are among the companies considering seeking millions of pounds in compensation following the postponement of Scotland’s deposit return scheme, according to sources. The Scottish Government’s plan, which would have added a 20p charge to single-use bottles and cans, has been delayed until at least October 2025. The beverage industry had invested millions in preparation for the…
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First Dates’ Merlin Griffiths announces all clear in cancer update
First Dates star Merlin Griffiths has provided fans with an update on his health status, announcing that he is “all clear” of cancer for the time being. The 48-year-old was initially diagnosed with the disease in 2021 and had previously informed fans he was clear of it in April of this year. On Wednesday, Griffiths shared his “final Year 1”…
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Sunak denies broken US trade deal promise, cites pandemic and Ukraine war
The UK’s Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak, has defended the government’s inability to secure a trade deal with the United States, attributing the delay to the pandemic and the war in Ukraine. Sunak, who is currently visiting the US, was asked if he accepted that the Conservatives had not fulfilled their 2019 manifesto pledge to strike a deal with…
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Piers Morgan injected info into royal stories, ex-Mirror editor claims
The High Court has heard that Piers Morgan, the former editor of the Daily Mirror, took a “genuine interest” in royal stories and would occasionally “inject” information into articles at the newspaper. Jane Kerr, the paper’s former royal correspondent and later assistant news editor, provided evidence during the second day of the lawsuit brought by Prince Harry against publisher Mirror…
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Malaysia and Indonesia sign border crossing agreement, boosting security
A border crossing agreement between Malaysia and Indonesia has been signed, as part of six bilateral instruments agreed upon during Indonesian President Joko Widodo’s two-day visit to Malaysia. The joint statement by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Joko Widodo revealed that the agreement aims to strengthen Malaysia-Indonesia bilateral relations, particularly in the economic and security sectors. The agreement, which covers…
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Anwar Ibrahim congratulates students on SPM 2022 exam results
Kuala Lumpur witnessed the release of the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) 2022 examination results, with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim extending his congratulations to all students. In his social media post, he expressed hope that those who achieved excellent results would be prepared for their next academic phase. He also encouraged students who did not perform as well, reminding…
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Malaysia allocates RM1m to boost Coopmart sales, lower consumer prices
The Malaysia Cooperative Societies Commission (SKM) has allocated RM1 million to implement the Madani Cooperative Sales this year, aiming to promote and encourage the public to shop at cooperative retail stores known as Coopmart. Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Minister Datuk Ewon Benedick stated that the Madani Cooperative Sales offer daily necessities at prices up to 20% lower than local market…
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Umno to enable online membership applications with constitutional amendment
The United Malays National Organisation (UMNO) is set to approve an amendment to its constitution, enabling online membership applications. The special UMNO General Assembly, scheduled for tomorrow, will discuss the motion to change the clause to a rule, granting the Supreme Council the power to amend membership application rules. UMNO President Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi explained that although an…
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Mahathir Mohamad questioned by police over Malay Proclamation
Former Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad revealed that he was questioned by the police on June 2 concerning two recent statements. He took to social media to express his concerns about freedom of speech, stating that if his remarks were incorrect, they should be proven so, and that the police questioning him was a form of intimidation. Mahathir claimed that…
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Dewan Rakyat Speaker rebukes MP over Littoral Combat Ship motion
Dewan Rakyat Speaker Johari Abdul criticised Muda Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman for misrepresenting the former’s rejection of a motion to discuss the Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) issue in Parliament. Johari claimed that Syed Saddiq was insincere in his criticism, as he did not reveal the reason provided by the Speaker for the decision. Johari explained that his…
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Singapore comedian slammed for MH370 tragedy joke by Malaysian minister
Transport Minister Anthony Loke has criticised Singaporean comedian Jocelyn Chia for making light of the missing Malaysian flight MH370 tragedy in her act. Loke described Chia’s joke as “rude, insolent, and inhumane,” as the incident involved the loss of over 200 lives. Following the controversy, which garnered negative reactions from various parties, Loke reached out to his Singaporean counterpart, S…
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NGOs urge Malaysian PM to repeal Sedition Act, citing free speech concerns
A coalition of NGOs, including Suara Rakyat Malaysia (Suaram), Aliran, Undi18, Centre for Independent Journalism (CIJ), Teoh Beng Hock Trust for Democracy, Bersih, Article 19, and Lawyers for Liberty, has urged Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to repeal the Sedition Act 1948. The group, known as Gerakan Hapus Akta Hasutan (GHAH), believes the Act is incompatible with international standards of…
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Singapore comedienne slammed for MH370 jokes in Malaysian Parliament
Singaporean comedian Jocelyn Chia recently faced widespread condemnation in the Malaysian Parliament for making jokes about Malaysia and the tragic loss of Flight MH370 during a comedy show in New York. RSN Rayer, a Member of Parliament, called on his fellow MPs to condemn Chia’s actions, which were deemed extreme and offensive to Malaysians. Rayer highlighted the issue under the…
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Super League footballer arrested for injuring girlfriend in hotel row
A Super League football player was taken into custody following an alleged altercation with his girlfriend in a Petaling Jaya hotel room. The incident was reported to the police by the victim, a local woman, who sustained injuries during the dispute and had her mobile phone damaged. Petaling Jaya police chief Mohamad Fakhrudin Abdul Hamid confirmed that the authorities were…
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Police hunt man for abusing toddler in Setapak apartment
A 31-year-old Malaysian man is being sought by the police for allegedly abusing a 23-month-old baby at an apartment in Setapak, Kuala Lumpur. The baby, who sustained injuries to her back, lips, and both eyes, is currently receiving treatment at Kuala Lumpur General Hospital. Wangsa Maju district deputy police chief DSP D. Saralathan stated that the man, who is the…
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Two NRD officers arrested in Malaysian baby trafficking syndicate probe
The National Registration Department (NRD) in Malaysia has confirmed the arrest of two of its officers by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC). They are suspected of being involved in a baby trafficking syndicate operating in the Klang Valley. The arrests were the result of strategic cooperation between the NRD and MACC, following the sharing of internal intelligence. The director-general of…
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Anwar Ibrahim confident in delivering reforms despite diverse government
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim expressed confidence in implementing promised reforms in Malaysia, despite the diverse political parties within his national unity government. In an interview with Al Jazeera for the documentary “From Prison to Prime Minister: Malaysia’s Anwar Ibrahim,” he emphasised that all parties share the belief that the country urgently needs reform. Anwar Ibrahim stated that the parties are…
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Malaysia, Indonesia boost ties with RM130.14bn trade volume increase
Indonesian President Joko Widodo, popularly known as Jokowi, was granted an audience with Malaysia’s Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, at Istana Negara. Jokowi and his wife Iriana arrived at 3.35pm to attend an evening reception with the King, spending approximately an hour at the palace. The Raja Permaisuri Agong Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah, the Regent…
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Malaysian Navy’s LCS construction progress scrutinised after RM6.083bn payment
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) in Malaysia is set to investigate the construction progress of the Royal Malaysian Navy’s (RMN) second-generation littoral combat ships (LCS). The committee will visit the RMN naval base in Lumut, Perak, where the LCS construction is taking place. The PAC plans to submit progress reports on the LCS every three months to the Dewan Rakyat,…
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Children stabbed in Lake Annecy park attack, suspect arrested
A violent incident occurred in a park near Lake Annecy, in the south-eastern region of France, where multiple children were stabbed. Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin confirmed that the attacker has been apprehended by the police. Antoine Armand, a regional deputy, referred to the attack as “abominable” and stated that the authorities are currently conducting an investigation into the matter. French…
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14-year-old dies after West Lothian school playground incident
A 14-year-old boy, Hamdan Aslam, tragically lost his life following a “playground incident” at St Kentigern’s Academy in Blackburn, West Lothian. Emergency services were called to the scene on Tuesday afternoon, and the teenager was rushed to the hospital, where he passed away shortly after. Bathgate Mosque in West Lothian issued a statement, urging the community to support Hamdan’s family…
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Malaysia allocates RM1m to promote Coopmart, reduce living costs
The Malaysia Cooperative Societies Commission (SKM) has allocated RM1 million to support the Madani Cooperative Sales initiative this year, encouraging the public to shop at cooperative retail stores, also known as Coopmart. Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Minister Ewon Benedick highlighted that the Madani Cooperative Sales offer prices of daily necessities up to 20% lower than local market prices. As of…
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Pakistani widow’s life cleaning UK expats’ vacant villas
In Bhatial, a rural village in the Jhelum district of Punjab, Pakistan, 42-year-old widow Zubeida Begum works as a domestic helper for several families who have migrated to the UK. These families return to their luxurious villas in Bhatial for a few weeks each winter, leaving the houses vacant for the rest of the year. Zubeida’s job is to maintain…
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Ukraine dam destruction exposes dark history of warfare tactics
The blame game between Ukraine and Russia continues as both nations accuse each other of causing the explosion at the Nova Kakhovka dam in southern Ukraine. Regardless of who is responsible, the destruction of dams in warfare has a long and devastating history. The recent flooding in the region, forcing the evacuation of thousands of civilians, serves as a stark…
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UK to remove Chinese surveillance cameras from sensitive sites over security
Sensitive UK government sites are set to remove Chinese surveillance cameras in response to national security concerns relating to China. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak highlighted China as the “biggest challenge” to global security and prosperity during the G7 summit last month. The government will release a timeline for the removal of equipment produced by companies governed by China’s National Intelligence…
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