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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.
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AseanPlus News
South-East Asia economies set for 4.8% growth annually through 2035, says international business report
South-East Asia's six largest economies -- Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam -- are projected to grow by an average of 4.8 per cent annually between 2026 and 2035.
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World
After deaths of nine women, South Africans gather to run, mourn and demand change
JOHANNESBURG, Sept 19 (Reuters) - South Africans gathered for memorial runs and protests this week after the killings of nine women near Johannesburg reignited anger and fear over violence that many say mirrors the dangers women face every day.
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Indonesia
Indonesia looks to deepen ties with Malaysia after 69 years of diplomatic relations
Indonesia looks forward to deepening its longstanding friendship and cooperation with Malaysia, building on nearly seven decades of diplomatic ties.
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AseanPlus News
China’s ‘future Elon Musk’ solves daily problems with AI; vocabulary method draws 20 million views
Looking ahead, Yang is driven to become a programmer or AI researcher, determined to leave his own mark on the world
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Fashion
The drop-waist is back, bringing a fresh twist to fashion’s silhouette game
The drop-waist is back, bringing unexpected proportions, sculptural shapes and playful new takes on the modern dress.
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Nation
Four arrested over murder of Myanmar refugee in Kota Baru
KOTA BARU: Police have arrested four individuals to assist investigations into the murder of a male Myanmar refugee in Taman Desa Kujid, Kampung Pok Boh here in the wee hours of Saturday (Sept 19).
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AseanPlus News
Brussels announces dates for second round of China-EU trade talks in Beijing next month
October 8-9 schedule revealed after video call between European Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic and Commerce Minister Wang Wentao
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Singapore
Singapore Airlines wins the world's Best Airline award for 2026; its sixth overall title in total
Singapore Airlines (SIA) has been named the World's Best Airline at the 2026 Skytrax World Airline Awards, clinching the title for the sixth time.
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World
Russian election triggers row with Moldova over voting in separatist region
CHISINAU, Sept 19 (Reuters) - Russia's parliamentary election has triggered a diplomatic row with Moldova over its objections to the Kremlin's plan to open 15 polling stations for Russian nationals in the separatist Transdniestria Region.
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World
Russia reports online attacks on electoral system on second day of parliamentary vote
MOSCOW, Sept 19 (Reuters) - Russian authorities reported attacks on voting systems and communication lines across the country on Saturday, the second day of a September 18-20 parliamentary election that Moscow is treating as a test of public support for the war in Ukraine.
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World
Greenland, Denmark say Trump deal won't compromise sovereignty
COPENHAGEN, Sept 19 (Reuters) - Denmark and Greenland on Saturday said any agreement with the United States would not compromise Greenland's sovereignty, after President Donald Trump said the deal would give Washington "permanent control" over the Arctic island's security, leaving its precise scope unclear.
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AseanPlus News
Hong Kong’s new training visa could be available in first quarter of 2027
New visa category among spate of new talent-trawling measures unveiled in city leader John Lee's policy address
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Nation
Anthony Loke offers to resign as Transport Minister
KUALA LUMPUR: DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke has offered to resign as Transport Minister as the party's response to the house arrest granted to the former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak.
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AseanPlus News
Hongkongers pay tribute to late leader Tung Chee-hwa at community halls
Residents lay flowers and leave messages in condolence books ahead of vigil on Saturday and state funeral on Sunday
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Starpicks
MAKING ALL-HOUR SOCIAL PROTECTION ACCESSIBLE
PETALING JAYA: The Social Security Organisation (PERKESO) has officially launched the third edition of Festival Mega iLINDUNGu, allowing workers from various sectors to opt back into the Lindung 24 Jam protection scheme.
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AseanPlus News
Asian Games: China athletes stuck at Nagoya airport with no food, way out for seven hours
A data entry glitch at Chubu Centrair International Airport transport centre meant athletes were unable to get buses to their accommodation
