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Nation
KKB by-election: We respect Bersih's view on the run-up, says Saifuddin
KUALA LUMPUR: While the government respects the views of the Coalition for Clean and Fair Elections (Bersih), the public can decide if any electoral rules were broken in the latest by-election, says Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail.
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Laos
Laos govt advises heat safety measures for schools amid sweltering temperatures in country
As the extreme heat from the sun shines upon South-East Asia, many countries in the area have been heavily affected by the sweltering temperature, and Laos, with the daily thermometer reading at 40 degrees Celsius, is no exception.
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Nation
Two injured after ambulance plunges into ravine in Semenyih
PETALING JAYA: An ambulance fell into a 6m-deep ravine in Semenyih, injuring two individuals.
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World
U.S. intelligence believes Putin probably didn't order Navalny to be killed - WSJ
LONDON (Reuters) - U.S. intelligence agencies have determined that Russian President Vladimir Putin probably didn't order opposition politician Alexei Navalny killed at an Arctic prison camp in February, the Wall Street Journal reported on Saturday.
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Cambodia
New York returns 30 pillaged relics to Cambodia and Indonesia
New York prosecutors said Friday they had returned to Cambodia and Indonesia 30 antiquities that were looted, sold or illegally transferred by networks of American dealers and traffickers.
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Myanmar
'Everyone sits out': Yangon parks offer heatwave relief for many city folk
As the sun sets on another scorching Yangon day, the hot and bothered descend on the Myanmar city's parks, the coolest place to spend an evening during yet another power blackout.
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Nation
Kedah welfare home in viral elderly abuse videos not registered, says Nancy
KUCHING: The welfare home in Taman Desa Aman, Padang Serai, Kedah, seen in viral videos of an old man being beaten by a woman believed to be an employee at the centre, is not registered with the Social Welfare Department (JKM), says Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri.
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Nation
Territorial Seas Act still valid, in force nationwide including in T'ganu, says PMO
KUALA LUMPUR: The Territorial Seas Act 2012 is still valid and in force nationwide, including in Terengganu, the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) is quoted as saying in reports.
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Family
Sibling rivalry: How parents can turn it into confidence and self-esteem lessons
While sibling rivalry is inevitable, it's important to create a family that balances individualism and collectivism.
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Nation
RM1.59bil allocated for physical development in T'ganu this year, says Mohamed Khaled
KUALA TERENGGANU: The Federal Government has allocated RM1.59bil for physical development projects in Terengganu this year under the Rolling Plan 4 (RP4) of the 12th Malaysia Plan (RMK12).
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Sabah & Sarawak
40% revenue rights: PBS Youth chief questions Putrajaya’s delay in furnishing stats
KOTA KINABALU: Parti Bersatu Sabah (PBS) Youth chief Christoper Mandut has questioned the federal government’s delay in furnishing the Sabah government with data and statistics over the 40% revenue grant.
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Rugby
Rugby-Hurricanes winning streak ended by Brumbies in Canberra
SYDNEY (Reuters) - The ACT Brumbies reignited their Super Rugby Pacific campaign with a 27-19 victory over the Wellington Hurricanes on Saturday to hand the competition leaders a first loss in nine matches this season.
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Football
Soccer-Spurs boss Postecoglou not motivated by disrupting Arsenal's title bid
(Reuters) - Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou is focussed on his team's progress, not motivated by damaging Arsenal's Premier League title challenge, the coach said ahead of Sunday's north London derby.
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AseanPlus News
WHO says bird flu risk currently low but asks countries to remain vigilant
The current overall public health risk posed by the H5N1 bird flu virus is low, the World Health Organization said on Friday, but urged countries to stay alert for cases of animal-to-human transmission.
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Nation
Penang already has IC giants, says Chow
GEORGE TOWN: Penang may not need an integrated circuit (IC) design park as there are already many related companies in the state, said Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow.
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Animals
Walking, and playing, with dogs aids concentration, relaxation
The effect is two-way, according to work published last year, which found dogs remained healthier for longer when walked and given attention by their owners.
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Style
Visually stunning: The latest collaborations between artists and fashion brands
More than just sharing a love for creativity and aesthetic, art and fashion have continuously worked together. Recent collaborations see artists playing a big role in fashion collections.
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Nation
Najib believed Blackstone owned by Saudi Arabia, witness tells court
KUALA LUMPUR: The High Court heard on Saturday (April 27) that Datuk Seri Najib Razak believed that the shell company, Blackstone Asia Real Estate Partners, which received millions in funds from 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) that subsequently flowed into his personal bank account, was either controlled or owned by the government of Saudi Arabia.
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Singapore
Singapore's Clarke Quay, a top nightlife destination in the island, reopens after a RM217mil makeover
Better known for its nightlife options, riverside lifestyle precinct Clarke Quay is getting a new lease of life as a day-and-night destination after a S$62 million (RM217 million) rejuvenation project.
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Nation
File police reports if threatened by smugglers, Saifuddin tells petrol station owners
KUALA LUMPUR: Petrol station owners threatened into selling subsidised fuel to smugglers are urged to file police reports, says Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail.