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National Archives seeks public’s National Day, Malaysia Day memories

IPOH: The National Archives of Malaysia is calling on the public to contribute recorded materials showing how they celebrate National Day and Malaysia Day.

Nation

Senior government officials among new Bersama members, claims Rafizi

MELAKA: Some 400 senior government officials have registered as members of Parti Bersama Malaysia (Bersama), claims Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli.

Energy

Gas Malaysia advances energy security, resilience via partnership with Tokyo Gas, VTTI

Gas Malaysia Bhd, a unit of MMC Corporation Bhd, took a significant step in strengthening Malaysia's energy security with the signing of a joint development agreement with Tokyo Gas Co Ltd and VTTI BV for the proposed development of a liquefied natural gas (LNG) regasification terminal (RGT) in Yan, Kedah.

Sabah & Sarawak

Sabah residents told to avoid shoreline after Mindanao quake triggers tsunami warning

PUTRAJAYA: Residents in Sabah's east coast are advised to avoid coastal areas and comply with safety instructions following an early tsunami warning triggered by a strong earthquake off Mindanao in the Philippines.

Technology

Nvidia clinches deals with South Korean giants include SK Group to advance AI boom

SEOUL: Nvidia on Monday announced a series of deals in South Korea with tech giants including SK Hynix and Naver, as it looks to secure crucial memory chips to power its AI ambitions and entice new customers.

Entertainment

Queen of Pop Madonna stuns fans with New York pop-up concert

Madonna strutted her stuff in a pink corset, blue bra, thigh-highs and blue shades Thursday night to promote her upcoming album 'Confessions II' and kick off Pride Month.

Aviation

IATA: Middle East disruptions, high fuel prices to halve airline industry profitability in 2026

KUALA LUMPUR: Airlines' total net profit in 2026 is expected to be US$23 billion (US$1 = RM4.02), about half the previous projection of US$41 billion, as a result of war-related disruptions in West Asia and high fuel prices, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) said.

Vietnam

Vietnam police dismantle two illegal military weapon manufacturing workshops

HA TINH: Police in the central province of Ha Tinh have dismantled two large-scale illegal weapons manufacturing facilities operating in the two southern cities – HCM City and Dong Nai – as part of an expanded investigation into a firearms production and trafficking network.

AI

Trump signs AI memo addressing issues in Anthropic-Pentagon feud

US national security agencies must make a priority of working with more than one artificial intelligence provider, according to a memo from President Donald Trump that follows an extended feud between the Pentagon and Anthropic PBC, which until recently was the only vendor approved for classified military use.

Europe

Sleep-deprived folks are now travelling to get a good night’s sleep

Sleep-deprived holidaymakers around the world are now paying for a good night's sleep. 

Singapore

Marina operations at Singapore's Sentosa Cove resume after fire partially sank luxury yacht

SINGAPORE: Marina operations at Sentosa Cove have resumed following clearance by the authorities after a fire partially sank a luxury yacht there on Sunday (June 7) morning.

Nation

One to be charged in public funds misappropriation case, says MACC chief

KUALA TERENGGANU: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has completed its investigation into a high-profile case involving the alleged misappropriation of public funds, with one individual expected to be charged soon.

Technology

Nvidia CEO says company is working with LG on humanoid robots and data centers

SEOUL, June ⁠8 (Reuters) - Nvidia CEO ⁠Jensen Huang said ‌on Monday that it is partnering with South Korea's ​tech conglomerate LG ⁠Group on ⁠humanoid robots and data centers.

Business

How can retail investors buy shares in SpaceX's IPO?

SpaceX's long-awaited initial public offering, expected to fetch a $1.75 trillion valuation, has set off a frenzy among retail investors clamoring for a share of Elon Musk's rocket, satellite and AI empire.

Nation

Former aide to Home Minister appointed J-Kom chief

PUTRAJAYA: Former special functions officer to the Home Minister, Hisyamuddin Ghazali, has been appointed the director-general of the Community Communications Department (J-Kom).

Markets

Invest Malaysia 2026 to feature 61 Malaysian corporates, attract more than 1,500 delegates

KUALA LUMPUR: Invest Malaysia 2026, which will be held tomorrow, is set to attract more than 1,500 delegates, including foreign fixed income, equity and private equity investors with combined assets under management of over RM44.08 trillion.

Philippines

Major quake off Philippines kills one, triggers tsunami warnings

MANILA: A 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck the southern Philippines on Monday (June 8), killing at least one person, collapsing buildings, and sparking tsunami warnings across the region.

Indonesia

As Prabowo falters, Indonesia’s political heavyweights smell an opening

JAKARTA: Indonesia's next presidential election is not due until 2029, but it seems the fight may have started early in 2026.

Badminton

Sze Fei-Izzuddin save their biggest reward for their wives

PETALING JAYA: Indonesian Open champions Goh Sze Fei-Nur Izzuddin Rumsani already know where their prize money is going – straight to their wives.

Nation

Multi-agency efforts needed to stop illegal business by foreigners, says PM Anwar

PUTRAJAYA: Ministries and government agencies must act together quickly to curb illegal business involving foreigners and misuse of local business licences, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.