NAIROBI (Reuters) — In a dramatic moment captured on social media, Kenya’s President William Ruto narrowly avoided a shoe thrown at him during a speech on the rising cost of living, a topic that has sparked widespread discontent across the nation. At a rally in Migori county, located in western Kenya, Ruto was speaking about […]
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Malaysia’s Health Minister, Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad, has expressed satisfaction with the progress of the new Price Control and Anti-Profiteering (Price Marking for Drug) Order 2025, which came into effect on May 1st. The minister shared that adherence to the new rules has been generally positive, as the Ministry focuses on educating private healthcare […]
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A morning fire tore through a vehicle workshop along the Bukit Jalil Highway in Bandar Puchong Jaya, Selangor, on Saturday, leaving behind a trail of destruction. The fire, which broke out at around 10:56 AM, destroyed 20 cars and three motorcycles. Fortunately, no one was injured in the blaze. The Selangor Fire and Rescue Department […]
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JAKARTA: Indonesian businesses are expressing growing concern over President Prabowo Subianto’s recent proposal to establish a special task force aimed at addressing layoffs. While the initiative is meant to prevent mass job cuts and resolve labour disputes, many fear it could unintentionally lead to the criminalisation of employers. The Indonesian Textile Association (API) has raised […]
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SINGAPORE, May 3 — A sense of quiet determination filled the air this morning as Singaporeans headed to the polls. For many, it wasn’t just another election — it was a defining moment. A new prime minister, economic uncertainties, and the rising voice of a younger, more questioning electorate have all come together to make […]
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PASIR MAS – For Malaysian travellers heading to Thailand, the journey just got a whole lot smoother—and they’re loving it. Since May 1, the Thai government has rolled out its new Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC), replacing the old-school paper forms once needed at immigration counters. The digital card allows visitors to submit personal and […]
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NEW YORK, May 2 – In the wake of the devastating terrorist attack in Pahalgam, which left 26 people dead, US Vice President JD Vance has expressed deep concern over the growing tensions in South Asia and emphasized the importance of restraint, unity, and international cooperation. Speaking to Fox News, Vance—who was in India with […]
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RAIPUR, May 1 — In a heartfelt message during a press interaction in Raipur, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh stepped forward to clarify the intention behind the newly introduced Waqf Amendment Bill. Cutting through the political noise, he urged the public to see the legislation not as a divisive move, but as a genuine step […]
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In a pointed appeal that reflects growing tensions, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Thursday urged Iran to completely halt its uranium enrichment program, end its long-range missile development, and open the doors to American inspectors if it seeks to avoid further confrontation. Speaking during a Fox News interview, Rubio’s message was direct: Iran […]
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In the wake of the heartbreaking terror attack in Pahalgam that claimed 26 innocent lives—many of them tourists seeking peace in the Valley—the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) convened under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The nation still grieves, but behind the scenes, India’s top decision-makers are working tirelessly to ensure such horrors […]
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