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70-year-old woman swindled out of jewellery in 'pukau' scam

KUALA LUMPUR: Police are hunting three suspects believed to have "pukau" (hypnotised) and cheated a retired civil servant, causing the 70-year-old woman to lose jewellery worth about RM10,000 at a shopping centre in Jalan Pandan Prima near here Friday (Feb 20).

China

Trump to travel to China next month, with US tariffs in focus

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump will travel to China from March 31 to April 2 for a highly anticipated meeting between the leaders of the world's two biggest economies, a trip announced as the Supreme Court overturned Trump's sweeping tariffs on imported goods.

Myanmar

Myanmar seizes over 175 tons of illegal timber, arrests 19 offenders

YANGON: Myanmar authorities have seized over 175 tons of illegal timber across the country during a week-long operation, the state-owned The Mirror daily reported on Friday (Feb 20).

World

Analysis-Trump pushes US toward war with Iran as advisers urge focus on economy

WASHINGTON, Feb 21 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump ⁠has pushed the United States to the brink of war with Iran even as aides urge him to focus more on voters' economic worries, highlighting the political risks of military escalation ahead of this year's midterm elections.

Brunei

Helping hands reach underprivileged households in Brunei

BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN: A ceremony to distribute donations to underprivileged was held on Friday (Feb 20), organised by Projek Amal Impian Cahaya Iman in collaboration with Women Business Council (WBC) members, among others.

Cambodia

Cambodia's Interior Ministry debuts new complaint system

PHNOM PENH: The Ministry of Interior has introduced a new online platform which allows members of the public to file complaints against civil servants or police officers who are guilty of misconduct or fail to fulfil their duties appropriately.

Vietnam

Vietnamese PM Chinh urges faster progress of expressway projects in Lang Son, Cao Bang provinces

LANG SON, (Vietnam): Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh inspected construction sites and encouraged workers on the Huu Nghi–Chi Lang and Dong Dang–Tra Linh expressway projects on Friday (Feb 20), while directing efforts to accelerate their progress.

Nation

TB outbreak: Mask up at crowded places like Ramadan bazaars, public urged

KUALA LUMPUR: As Malaysians flock to Ramadan bazaars and breaking fast gatherings, the Health Ministry is reminding the public to observe tuberculosis (TB) precautions, especially in crowded and enclosed spaces.

Laos

Diplomats call for adaptation to shifting global trends

VIENTIANE: Senior diplomats have called for Laos to adapt to an increasingly complex global environment, highlighting diplomacy as key to turning challenges into development opportunities.

Nation

Public inspection for LRT Mutiara Line extension linking Penang Island, Seberang Perai

GEORGE TOWN: Malaysia Rapid Transit Corporation Sdn Bhd (MRT Corp) has announced a Public Inspection exercise to gather feedback on the Revised Railway Scheme for the LRT Mutiara Line extension linking Penang Island and Seberang Perai.

Nation

12 police personnel suspended over cryptocurrency theft

KUALA LUMPUR: Twelve police personnel have been temporarily suspended from active duties in connection with the theft of cryptocurrency from Chinese nationals.

Nation

Bill to cap PM’s term at 10 years to be tabled on Monday

PETALING JAYA: Constitutional amendments to cap the Prime Minister's tenure at 10 years, or two terms, and to separate the roles of the Attorney General and Public Prosecutor will be tabled in the Dewan Rakyat on Monday (Feb 23).

Thailand

Thailand extends work permit renewals for workers from Laos, Myanmar and Vietnam to March 31

BANGKOK: Thailand's Labour Ministry has extended the deadline for Lao, Myanmar and Vietnamese workers to complete work-permit renewal requirements until March 31.

Fashion

Old kimonos, new cool? Somehow, Japan’s traditional wear gets a fashion remix

From heirloom silk robes to contemporary jackets and dresses, Japan's centuries-old kimono is being reimagined for a new generation of style-conscious wearers.

Animals

How to introduce your pup to a new baby

Though preparing your family and home for a baby may seem all-consuming, it's important that you also prepare your dog for the arrival of a new family member.

Nation

Cops nab man connected to 2025 intimidation case

PETALING JAYA: Police have arrested a man in connection with a criminal intimidation case reported last year.

Nation

Police to call several individuals in probe over alleged share ownership by Azam Baki

KUALA LUMPUR: Several individuals will be called to give statements to assist in the investigation into the alleged share ownership involving Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki, which was reported by international media, Bloomberg.

Japan

Cargo ship navigator arrested after deadly collision in central Japan

TSU, (Japan): (Bernama-Kyodo) The navigator of a cargo ship that collided with a fishing boat in central Japan and left two people dead was arrested Saturday (Feb 21) for professional negligence, a local coast guard office said, Kyodo News reported.

South Korea

Blackpink becomes first artist to reach 100 million subscribers on YouTube

SEOUL: (Bernama-Yonhap) K-pop girl group Blackpink has hit 100 million subscribers on YouTube, making it the first official artist channel to hit the milestone, Yonhap News Agency reported.

Nation

DAP special congress is part of party's internal process, says Fahmi

KUALA LUMPUR: The special congress of DAP slated to be held on July 12 is part of the party's internal process to ensure organisational decisions are upheld, says government spokesman Datuk Fahmi Fadzil.