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AseanPlus News
Most Thais back PM’s plan to reclassify cannabis as drug, says national survey
The majority of Thais support Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin’s plan to reclassify cannabis as a narcotic and limit its use to medical purposes, according to a survey.
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Philippines
Philippines replaces its military commander for disputed waters
The Philippine military has announced that it has replaced a key commander overseeing forces in the South China Sea, including Filipino troops garrisoned on a disputed reef.
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World
Tourist couple injured in militant shooting in India's Kashmir amid elections
SRINAGAR, India (Reuters) - A tourist couple was injured in India's Kashmir after militants fired on them late on Saturday night, police said, ahead of voting scheduled in the volatile region for India's ongoing election.
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Vietnam
Vietnam anti-graft crusader set to be next President and push his agenda even further
Vietnam nominated the enforcer of Communist Party’s anti-corruption drive as the next president and proposed a new head of parliament, in appointments that could ease months of political turmoil and allow policymakers to refocus on a struggling economy.
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Sabah & Sarawak
Sabah’s 40% revenue rights: State maintains stand on legal and constitutional obligations
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah maintains its official demand that the federal government meet its legal and constitutional obligations concerning the 40% special grant irrespective of the outcome in the Court of Appeal, said the State Attorney General.
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Cricket
Cricket-Du Plessis hails middle order as Bengaluru complete IPL playoff lineup
NEW DELHI (Reuters) - Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain Faf du Plessis showered praise on the team's middle order after they grabbed the final playoff spot in the Indian Premier League (IPL) following a stunning turnaround in the tournament.
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People
Malaysian sculptor collects scrap metal, transforms them into artwork
Award winning designer Nizam Abdullah breathes new life into scrap metal, infusing environmental consciousness into his stunning creations.
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Nation
Federal Govt should consider reimplementing GST, says Johor Mentri Besar
ISKANDAR PUTERI: Putrajaya should consider reimplementing back the Goods and Service Tax (GST), says Johor Mentri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi.
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AseanPlus News
Taiwan coast guard ramps up island patrols ahead of inauguration
Taipei's coast guard ramped up patrols over the weekend around its outlying islands that have seen increased presence of Chinese vessels, the agency said Sunday, the eve of Lai Ching-te's inauguration as Taiwan's new president.
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Nation
KL Forest Eco Park has potential to become tourist attraction, says Nik Nazmi
KUALA LUMPUR: The Kuala Lumpur Forest Eco Park in Bukit Nanas has the potential to be developed and promoted as a prominent attraction in the federal capital, says Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad.
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Singapore
Singapore steps up security measures, including at checkpoints after Johor police station attack
Security measures in Singapore have been stepped up on May 18, following an attack on a police station in Ulu Tiram in Malaysia’s Johor state on May 17.
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Nation
Body of missing angler in Pedu Lake found
ALOR SETAR: The body of a man who was feared to have drowned after his boat capsized at Pedu Lake Dam, near Kuala Nerang on Thursday (May 16), was found on Sunday (May 19).
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Football
Soccer-Proud Jackson credits unity as Mariners stand on cusp of treble
(Reuters) - Central Coast Mariners coach Mark Jackson claimed the Australian soccer club's united front was the reason behind a record breaking season that sees the Gosford-based outfit standing on the cusp of a historic haul of silverware.
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South Korea
Mystery deepens after more than 180 cats die in South Korea
A wave of unexplained cat deaths has sparked a dispute between pet owners and authorities in South Korea, with owners unconvinced that the pet food thought to be at the centre of the controversy was not to blame.
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Philippines
Marcos says Philippines probing China’s alleged phone call tape
The Philippines is investigating the alleged recording by the Chinese Embassy in Manila of a phone call with a local military official in which an agreement was said to be reached in the countries’ dispute over territory in the South China Sea, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said.
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Nation
Country needs 84 new fire stations, says Nga
MELAKA: A total of 84 new fire stations are needed to enhance the quality, capability, and efficiency of the Fire and Rescue Department in delivering services to the community nationwide, said Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming.
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Nation
Health Ministry monitoring new Covid-19 wave in Singapore, says Dr Dzul
PETALING JAYA: The Health Ministry is closely monitoring the Covid-19 situation in Singapore, says Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad.
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India
End of an era: Bengaluru knocks out champion Chennai and squeezes into IPL cricket playoffs
Royal Challengers Bengaluru knocked out defending champions the Chennai Super Kings by 27 runs and snuck into the Indian Premier League playoffs by 10 runs on Saturday.
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AI
AI echo chambers: Chatbots feed our own bias back to us, study finds
Artificial intelligence chatbots are increasingly inclined to echo the views of people who use them, according to US researchers who found that platforms limit what information they share depending on who is asking.
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South Korea
Seoul transit pass for travellers to be available starting July
The city’s all-inclusive transit pass, the Climate Card, will soon be available for short-term use by visitors to Korea starting in July, the Seoul Metropolitan Government has announced.