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AseanPlus News
Fast-rising tennis star Alexandra Eala risks penalties to represent the Philippines at the Asian Games
World No 18 Alexandra Eala will represent the Philippines at the upcoming 2026 Asian Games in Japan, despite risking a financial fine and ranking penalties from the WTA.
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World
Trump says he is banning media outlets CNN, MS NOW, Politico from White House
WASHINGTON, Sept 18 (Reuters) - US President Donald Trump said on Friday he is banning three major news outlets – CNN, MS NOW and Politico – from the White House in his latest threat to the independent press.
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Arts
Five must-see things at the new Lucas Museum of Narrative Art in LA
The LA museum combines populist painters, commercial illustrators, and comic artists with established fine artists
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AseanPlus News
Nearly one in four doctors worldwide are approaching retirement age, says WHO
Nearly one in four doctors worldwide is over the age of 55 and is expected to retire within the next decade, the World Health Organisation (WHO) warned Friday.
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India
Asia sugarcane supply face El Nino and weather pressure as global festival demand looms
The combination of El Nino and climate-related weather extremes threatens to hit sugarcane production across Asia, raising the risk of global price volatility as major festivals approach.
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AseanPlus News
Rare honour: Trump will greet Xi at Joint Base Andrews, not just White House
US president will personally greet Chinese counterpart on the tarmac at Joint Base Andrews in Washington when Xi lands next Wednesday
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AseanPlus News
Airport drama: Cleaning company driver seriously injured after crashing into plane at Munich airport
The driver of a cleaning company car was seriously injured after crashing into a plane engine at Munich Airport early on Saturday, citing police.
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Philippines
The Philippines pushes for policies to boost Asean's global competitiveness
The Philippines is pushing for policies to boost Asean's global competitiveness ahead of the bloc's November summit, which will bring together leaders and dialogue partners,
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Nation
Najib's pardon gives Pakatan Harapan an 'advantage', claims Pasir Gudang MP
JOHOR BARU: Pakatan Harapan should now go on the offensive ahead of the 16th General Election (GE16), following the conditional pardon granted to former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak, says Hassan Abdul Karim.
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AseanPlus News
Strait of Hormuz disruptions lead to the worst threat to global trade in 80 years, says WTO chief
Global trade is facing its worst disruption in 80 years as supply chain bottlenecks in the Strait of Hormuz threaten global food and fertiliser prices.
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Mind
Vitamin D could help delay dementia
Researchers find that this vitamin could bring cognitive benefits, especially in the early stages of the disease.
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Japan
Japan weather agency warns of landslides, floods as typhoon draws near as country hosts the Asian Games for the first time since 1994
Japan's weather agency has warned of landslides and flooding in areas spanning Japan's western to northern coasts over the next several days, with a typhoon possibly making landfall near Tokyo.
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World
Flames, smoke seen near Riyadh airport after Saudi warning of aerial attack threat
RIYADH, Sept 19 (Reuters) - A large plume of smoke was visible near Riyadh's main airport on Saturday after booms were heard and Saudi Arabia sent alerts overnight warning of potential danger around the capital, amid an escalation in attacks by Yemen's Houthi group.
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AseanPlus News
Blanket of security planned for state funeral of Tung Chee-hwa in Hong Kong
Beijing officials Shi Taifeng, Wang Dongfeng and Xia Baolong to arrive on Saturday, but memorial service will be invitation-only, sources say
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AseanPlus News
Scientists trace half the DNA in Xinjiang’s oldest tombs to Yellow River farmers
Study of Bronze Age remains uncovers a population with roots in both Yellow River farmers and Eurasian steppe groups
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World
Canada optimistic about concluding trade talks with India by year-end, minister says
MUMBAI, Sept 19 (Reuters) - Canada is optimistic about concluding negotiations on a comprehensive economic partnership agreement (CEPA) with India by year-end, the country's minister for international trade said on Saturday.
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AseanPlus News
More trouble in southern Thailand - Two dead and 16 defence force members injured in Narathiwat blast
Two volunteer defence corps members were killed while 16 others were injured in a bomb explosion and gunfight in Sukhirin, Narathiwat, on Friday evening (Sept 18).
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World
Hungarians and Slovaks share breakfast on Danube bridge that survived war and division
ESZTERGOM, Hungary/STUROVO, Slovakia, Sept 19 (Reuters) - A historic bridge linking Hungary and Slovakia became an unlikely breakfast venue on Saturday, as locals gathered on the Danube crossing to celebrate friendship between the two neighbouring communities.
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Analysis
Doom and gloom in DAP
The house arrest decision for Najib has been like a nightmare become reality for Pakatan but a dream come true for the Umno crowd.
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Nation
Nearly 20,000 take to KL streets for Malaysia Sarong Music Run
KUALA LUMPUR: About 20,000 people took part in this year's Malaysia Sarong Music Run 2026 on Saturday (Sept 19), which was flagged off by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
