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Olympics-'Just put me in there': Aussie triathlete shrugs off Seine concerns
MELBOURNE (Reuters) - There have been concerns that the Olympic triathlon might be postponed or even reduced to a duathlon due to water quality problems in the Seine but Australia's Matt Hauser says he will gladly take the plunge at the Paris Games.
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Myanmar
Myanmar junta says troops back in border trade hub of Myawaddy
YANGON: Myanmar junta troops have moved back into a vital border town they were ousted from by an alliance of ethnic rebels and anti-junta fighters this month, military sources told AFP on Tuesday (April 23).
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AseanPlus News
Philippines has enough rice stocks: Marcos
MANILA: President Ferdinand Marcos Jr on Tuesday (April 23) said that there is enough rice stock despite the ongoing El Nino phenomenon.
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AseanPlus News
Asian stocks rise on earnings optimism as US data approaches
HONG KONG: Asian equities extended the week's gains on Wednesday (April 24) following a strong rally on Wall Street and another record in London, as traders cheered more upbeat earnings reports and data indicating a slowdown in US economic activity.
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South Korea
S. Korean woman loses US$51k to scam involving deepfake of Elon Musk
SEOUL: A South Korean woman was persuaded to invest 70 million won (US$51,000) after seeing a deepfake video of what appeared to be chief executive of Tesla Elon Musk, according to local reports on Tuesday (April 23).
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Economy
Australia Q1 inflation slowdown disappoints, rate cut bets gone
SYDNEY: Australian consumer price inflation slowed less than expected in the first quarter as service cost pressures stayed stubbornly high, a disappointing result for policymakers that led markets to abandon hopes for any rate cuts this year.
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Forex
Ringgit rebounds on softer US$ after PMI data
KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit rebounded in early trade Wednesday as the US dollar retreated after S&P Purchasing Managers' Index data disappoint.
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Analyst Reports
Positive earnings outlook for Axis REIT
KUALA LUMPUR: Analysts are recommending "buy" on Axis Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) in anticipation of improved occupancy rates and contribution from new acquisitions to bolster earnings.
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Living
The rise of remote working may make 9 to 5 work hours obsolete
Employees are increasingly complaining that their workload does not allow them to carry out their professional duties during office hours, fuelling a feeling of permanent pressure and cognitive overload.
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Europe
Malaysian discovers why Rome is one of the 'world's most romantic cities'
Rome's endless historical charm is its main attraction
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Wellness
Beware the sting of wasps and hornets as it could be fatal
Encounters with stinging insects like wasps and hornets can be fatal, and rapid urbanisation is increasing the chances of such incidents.
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Entertainment
Keanu Reeves joins ‘Sonic 3’ as Shadow the Hedgehog
As reported by The Hollywood Reporter, Reeves will be joining Ben Schwartz as Sonic and Jim Carrey as Dr. Eggman in the third installment of the Sega video game franchise.
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Nation
KLIA shooting: Gunman claims trial to seven charges
KOTA BARU: The man involved in the shooting incident at the KL International Airport Terminal 1 (KLIA 1) pleaded not guilty to seven charges, including illegal possession of a firearm at the Sessions Court here on Wednesday (April 24).
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Technology
Malaysia to roll out QR code immigration system for factory workers commuting to Singapore
Factory workers commuting to Singapore from across the Causeway may soon enjoy shorter commutes when the pilot of a new immigration clearance system is launched in June.
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Nation
International system on brink of collapse, says Amnesty report
PETALING JAYA: Amnesty International has released its State of the World’s Human Rights Report 2023/24, which highlighted numerous violations from conflicts globally, especially between Palestine and Israel.
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Tablets
Apple to hold launch event on May 7, with new iPads expected
Apple Inc announced plans for a special event on May 7, when it’s expected to unveil new iPads and accessories after a long lull.
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World
Musk targets Australian senator, gun laws in deepening dispute over X stabbing content
SYDNEY (Reuters) -Elon Musk said an Australian senator should be jailed and suggested the country's gun laws were meant to stop resistance against its "fascist government", escalating his battle over a court order to remove video posts of a bishop being stabbed.
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Rugby
Rugby-Super Rugby appoints soccer executive to be inaugural CEO
MELBOURNE (Reuters) - Super Rugby Pacific has appointed an executive from Australia's struggling top flight soccer league to be the competition's inaugural CEO.
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Nation
KLIA shooting: Suspect arrives at Kota Baru court to face several charges
PETALING JAYA: The man involved in the shooting incident at the KL International Airport Terminal 1 (KLIA 1) in Sepang has arrived at the Kota Baru court in Kelantan on Wednesday (April 24).
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Markets
FBM KLCI remains in bullish mode on US corporate results beat
KUALA LUMPUR: The domestic market is expected to maintain its upward trajectory as it builds on its ongoing bullish momentum, although gains will be capped by investors quick to cash out of the latest rally.