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Family
No risk of birth complication for pregnant women on weight loss medication
Experts still recommend stopping GLP-1 drugs before conception, but says those who are on it before knowing they are pregnant should not panic.
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AseanPlus News
Abby Choi’s ex-father-in-law pleads guilty to illegal disposal of her body in stark U-turn
The former father-in-law of slain Hong Kong socialite Abby Choi Tin-fung has made a U-turn midway through his and his sons' murder trial, pleading guilty to the illegal disposal of her body.
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Business
MICCI facilitates Malaysia-Palestine trade ties through Palestine's halal recognition by JAKIM
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian International Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MICCI) has helped strengthen trade ties between Malaysia and Palestine after the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM) recognised the Palestine Standards Institution (PSI) as a recognised foreign halal certification body in Palestine.
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Football
Soccer-No big Bayern changes ahead of Klassiker despite coach Kompany absence, Danks says
BERLIN, Oct 30 (Reuters) - Bayern Munich will not be making changes or preparing any differently for Saturday's Bundesliga Klassiker against Dortmund despite the absence of coach Vincent Kompany, assistant coach Aaron Danks said on Friday.
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China
US should spy on Chinese firms to maintain edge in tech race: ex-CIA official
Former CIA deputy director's call to repeal Obama-era ban on economic espionage comes as Beijing rushes to protect trade secrets
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Business
Public Mutual declares over RM89mil distributions for four funds
KUALA LUMPUR: Public Bank Bhd's wholly-owned subsidiary, Public Mutual Bhd, has declared gross distributions totalling more than RM89mil for four funds for the financial year ended Oct 31, 2026.
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Sabah & Sarawak
Sandakan students’ solar-powered road safety system wins innovation contest
KOTA KINABALU: An affordable, eco-friendly road safety system that uses AI-powered monitoring to detect risky driving behaviours developed by students of SM Sung Siew Sandakan here is the national champion for Shell NXplorers Malaysia 2026.
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Nation
CSA not unusual, precedent set by previous governments, says PM Anwar
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has defended the Confidence and Supply Agreement (CSA) signed between the federal government and opposition lawmakers, saying such arrangements are not unusual and follow precedent.
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Markets
FBM KLCI bucks regional sell-off, ringgit hits near two-month high
KUALA LUMPUR: The FBM KLCI closed higher on Friday, supported by gains in selected plantation heavyweights despite broad market weakness and a regional sell-off.
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AseanPlus News
Immigration rules deter nearly half of Asia-Pacific air travellers, survey finds
Geopolitical tensions are also influencing travel decisions, annual survey by airline body IATA finds
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Nation
Penang targets record-low deficit in 2027 state budget
GEORGE TOWN: Penang has projected a record-low budget deficit of RM5.62mil for 2027, down from RM19.92mil this year, as the state seeks to balance spending with economic growth and public needs.
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Nation
RM500 cash aid for newlyweds in Penang next year, says CM
GEORGE TOWN: Newlyweds in Penang will receive a one-off RM500 cash assistance under a new state government initiative next year.
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Nation
OIC member states join hands in anti-corruption push
PETALING JAYA: Several resolutions to strengthen the fight against corruption were adopted at the Third High-Level Meeting of Heads of Anti-Corruption Law Enforcement Agencies of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) member states in Baku, Azerbaijan.
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Cycling
Motorcycling-Martin cuts Sepang practice short to aid recovery from wrist fracture
(Corrects to 2024 champion, not reigning champion, in paragraph 2)
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Entertainment
Meghan Markle’s dad’s personal devices probed for illegal content
Thomas Sr has called the allegations against him 'sick lies' and denies any wrongdoing.
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Vietnam
Hanoi offers cash incentive to boost birth rate
HANOI: Hanoi will provide a one-off payment of VNĐ4 million (US$154) to women who give birth to two children before the age of 35 from 2027, under a policy approved by the city's People's Council.
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Wellness
It's never too late to start exercising and strength-training
Exercise will help women build strength, protect their bones and remain active for years to come.
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China
Australia returns ancient stone heads to China after more than 30 years
The Song dynasty sculptures were given to the National Gallery of Australia in the 1990s, a time when art theft was rife in China
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World
Nigerian families and survivors seek justice over miners' deaths
MINNA, Nigeria, Oct 30 (Reuters) - Families of 37 artisinal miners who died in custody in Nigeria want swift justice and the return of property seized during their arrest, saying no financial compensation will make up for their loss.
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Europe
Malaysian travellers charmed by Slovenia's car-free zone
Capital city Ljubljana is a charming destination with the largest car-free zone in the European Union.
