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MetMalaysia warns of thunderstorms in Sabah, Sarawak until 7pm (April 3)

PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has warned of thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds in Sabah, Sarawak until 9pm on Friday (April 3).

Markets

Banks weigh on FBM KLCI amid Middle East tensions

KUALA LUMPUR: Bursa Malaysia closed marginally lower on Friday amid quieter regional trading due to Good Friday closures, while Middle East tensions kept investors cautious.

Nation

Selangor MB to lead 30-container aid mission to Gaza

SHAH ALAM: Selangor Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari, on behalf of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, will lead Malaysia's 30-container Humanitarian Mission to Gaza, as well as the Global Sumud Flotilla 2.0 delegation.

Nation

24-hour peatland firefighting operations activated in Bachok

BACHOK: The Bachok fire station has activated round-the-clock peatland firefighting operations across the district to prevent flames spreading to residential areas and plantations.

China

Man in China uses septic tank trucks on wedding day; bride happily embraces unique choice

SHANGHAI: A man in China who followed his parents into the sewage removal business has used nine septic tank trucks to greet his bride on their wedding day.

Nation

Engagement sessions on separating AG-Public Prosecutor roles with NGOs completed, says Azalina

KUALA LUMPUR: Engagement sessions with non-governmental organisations (NGOs) regarding the Constitution (Amendment) Bill 2026 on separating the roles of the Attorney-General and Public Prosecutor have been completed.

World

Zelenskiy says frontline situation best for Ukraine in the last 10 months

KYIV, April ⁠3 (Reuters) - President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said ⁠the frontline situation for Ukraine ‌was the best in 10 months, adding that Kyiv's troops had foiled a Russian ​offensive last month.

Nation

More than 1,300 jobs up for grabs at Southern University College fair

JOHOR BARU: More than 1,300 job opportunities are up for grabs at a three-day job fair at Southern University College here, says state executive councillor Aznan Tamin.

Nation

Papagomo files appeal against sedition conviction

KUALA LUMPUR: Blogger Wan Muhammad Azri Wan Deris, also known as Papagomo, has filed a notice of appeal against a Sessions Court ruling that fined him RM4,000 for posting seditious content targeting the King, His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim.

Letters

Diesel price hike: Stop shifting the burden onto the people under the guise of reform

THE recent surge in diesel prices and subsidy adjustments have triggered a chain reaction that will ripple across the economy As this is not an isolated increase, the Government must stop downplaying the impact and misleading the public with chest-thumping narratives.

Internet

Streaming channel for pets launched in China

Cats and dogs can now fill the hours their owners are at work with a dedicated all-day streaming channel for pets launched by Chinese tech giant Tencent.

Entertainment

Sources confirm Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce wedding date, venue

They are slated to celebrate tying the knot on Saturday, June 13 — halfway until Swift's birthday and a nod to Swift's lucky number, but also in line with 'Travis' offseason rhythm,' sources told Us Weekly.

Thailand

From full houses to five customers a day: How the Iran conflict has hollowed out Bangkok tourism

BANGKOK: Retail assistants sat idly on stools outside their stores, scrolling on their mobile phones, while hotel receptions fell silent, with barely any guests checking in.

Nation

Driver of car that crashed into two motorcycles pleads not guilty

KUALA LUMPUR: The driver of a car that crashed into two motorcycles here has pleaded not guilty at the Magistrate's Court to two charges of reckless and dangerous driving.

Economy

Matrade aims to boost Malaysia-Uzbekistan trade, taps Central Asia as strategic gateway

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysia External Trade Development Corp (MATRADE) is stepping up efforts to strengthen bilateral trade between Malaysia and Uzbekistan, positioning the Central Asian nation as a strategic gateway to the broader regional market.

Badminton

Zii jia indicates ABM return on Saturday, says Chong Wei

PETALING JAYA: Professional men's singles shuttler Lee Zii Jia may join the national squad for a training camp ahead of the Thomas Cup Finals from April 24-May 3 in Horsens, Denmark.

Badminton

Chong Wei: We will not include Zii Jia if he's injured

PETALING JAYA: Independent men's singles shuttler Lee Zii Jia may miss the Thomas Cup Finals in Horsens, Denmark, from April 24-May 3 if he does not fully recover from his injury.

World

Forget democracy, Burkina Faso military leader Traore says

DAKAR, April ⁠3 (Reuters) - Burkina Faso's military leader, who seized power in a coup ⁠in September 2022, told journalists that "people need to forget about ‌democracy" and that "democracy kills", the latest sign he aims to rule for the long term. 

World

Italy’s Uffizi hit by cyberattack, jewels moved to Bank of Italy, Corriere reports

ROME, April 3 (Reuters) - Florence's Uffizi ⁠Galleries were hit by a serious cyberattack earlier in the year that prompted ⁠emergency measures including the transfer of valuable jewels to the Bank of ‌Italy, Corriere della Sera reported on Friday.

World

Australians cancel Easter travel as worries mount over fuel crisis

(Corrects spelling in third paragraph to Ucak, ⁠not Ulcak)