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Asia & Oceania
Thailand leans on tourists from other Asian countries as conflict disrupts travel
As European arrivals fall, Asian travellers are arriving in Thailand in greater numbers.
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Nutrition
Black and green rice have therapeutic potential
These types contain special compounds, which are linked to reducing inflammation and improving metabolism in the body.
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Corporate News
Sarawak Oil Palms profit falls 43% in 1Q amid cost pressures, price volatility
PETALING JAYA: Sarawak Oil Palms Bhd's (SOP) financial performance will continue to be driven by the cyclical fresh fruit bunches production and global world edible oil price movements.
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World
Zelenskiy arrives in Saudi Arabia seeking security cooperation
KYIV, April 24 (Reuters) - Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Friday arrived in Jeddah on his second visit to Saudi Arabia in a month, as Kyiv tries to bolster security cooperation and advertise its battle-tested technology in the Middle East amid the Iran war.
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World
Russia says new EU sanctions will hurt developing countries
MOSCOW, April 24 (Reuters) - Russia said on Friday that new European Union sanctions on its oil and gas would hurt developing countries and the EU itself, and promised to retaliate.
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World
Iran Foreign Minister likely to arrive in Islamabad for peace talks, says Pakistani source
ISLAMABAD (Reuters): Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi is expected to arrive in Islamabad on Friday (April 24) night with a small team and peace talks with the United States are likely to take place, a government source said.
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Corporate News
Chuan Huat sells 63.86% stake in Pineapple Resources for RM26mil
PETALING JAYA: Chuan Huat Resources Bhd's (CHRB) wholly-owned unit, Chuan Huat Holdings Sdn Bhd, is selling its 63.86% stake in Pineapple Resources Bhd (PRB) for RM26mil cash to Gan Kok Xan and Yeoh Guan Fook
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Thailand
Thailand and China deepen strategic ties and step up fight against scam networks
Thailand and China have agreed to deepen strategic cooperation, advancing a joint action plan and stepping up efforts to combat transnational scam networks following talks between Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi.
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Corporate News
ManagePay wins ECRL payment system contract
KUALA LUMPUR: ManagePay Systems Bhd (MPay) has secured a contract to develop and implement an open payment system for the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL).
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AseanPlus News
‘Lifetime of memories’: emotional survivors return to worst-hit Wang Fuk Court block
Survivors recount narrow escapes and salvage belongings, as some demand accountability and criticise time limits after deadly blaze
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Entertainment
Extras wanted for new K-drama starring Ju Ji-hoon and Lee Jun-ho, casting call open in Singapore
Applicants must be based in Singapore.
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World
Moldova parliament votes to end energy state of emergency
CHISINAU, April 24 (Reuters) - Moldova's parliament voted to lift the country's energy state of emergency from Saturday, which had been imposed after Russian attacks in neighbouring Ukraine knocked out a power line providing most of Moldova's needs.
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World
Putin's approval rating falls to lowest since before Ukraine war, state pollster says
MOSCOW, April 24 (Reuters) - Russian President Vladimir Putin's approval rating has fallen for a seventh week in a row to 65.6%, its lowest level since the invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, according to state pollster VTsIOM.
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Arts
Michael Tilson Thomas, renowned conductor and composer, dies at 81
Legendary American conductor Michael Tilson Thomas was a 12-time Grammy winner, and Kennedy Center honoree
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Nation
MACC nabs ex-director over alleged RM200mil fraud
KUALA LUMPUR: A former telecommunications company director has been detained for allegedly submitting documents with false information to a development financial institution to secure approval for a loan of about RM200mil.
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Corporate News
SDCG shareholders approve bonus warrants, ESOS
KUALA LUMPUR: Solar District Cooling Group Bhd's (SDCG) shareholders have approved all resolutions tabled at its extraordinary general meeting (EGM), including a bonus issue of warrants and the establishment of an employee share option scheme (ESOS).
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World
Sovereignty of Falklands rests with the UK, Britain tells the US
LONDON, April 24 (Reuters) - The sovereignty of the Falkland Islands rests with Britain, a spokesperson for Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Friday after an internal Pentagon email suggested reviewing the U.S. position on the Falklands as punishment for Britain's stance on the Iran war.
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AseanPlus News
Leading global performance running brand XTEP fortifies South-East Asia push with six new stores
XTEP International is advancing its aggressive South-East Asia expansion strategy and has introduced its 360X 3.0 running shoes tailored for local conditions.
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Corporate News
AirAsia X proposes name change to AirAsia Group
KUALA LUMPUR: AirAsia X Bhd (AAX) has proposed to change its name to AirAsia Group Bhd, subject to shareholder approval.
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Fashion
Fashion frenzy surrounding 'The Devil Wears Prada' sequel reaches a fever pitch
As 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' nears release, its star-studded promo tour and branded collections have transformed the sequel into a global fashion event in its own right.
