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From Sandhurst to stars: Johnny Lim and the breaking of Malaysia's military glass ceiling - Phar Kim Beng and Luthfy Hamzah

Kuala Lampur, June 27 -- In an era when the question of unity in diversity remains a perennial national debate, Malaysia has quietly marked a historic milestone: for the first time in its 62-year mili... Read More


Iran rules out US talks after nuclear strikes, vows retaliation as lawmakers suspend UN oversight

Tehran, June 27 -- Iran has ruled out plans to meet with the United States, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said in an interview on state television on Thursday, directly contradicting US President Do... Read More


UN: Afghans face highest global resettlement needs for 2026 as deportations surge ahead of regional deadlines

Kabul, June 27 -- The United Nations has reported that 2.5 million refugees globally will require resettlement in 2026, with Afghan nationals comprising the largest group in need, according to a repor... Read More


Hong Kong's Cloud-Covered Kowloon Peak Resembles Mount Fuji, Sparking Tourist Surge

, June 27 -- What began as a curious alteration to a local hillside quickly spiralled into a nationwide stir. A summit, once unassuming, now draws attention for its unexpected resemblance to Japan's i... Read More


Civil society calls for immediate cancellation of illegitimate loans ahead of 'Global Finance Summit

Dhaka, June 27 -- Speakers at a human chain on Friday demanded the return of laundered money, an end to unfair taxation, and justice for debt-burdened Bangladesh, ahead of a major UN conference in Spa... Read More


"We remain in close communication with Iranians": White House

Washington DC, June 27 -- White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Thursday (US local time) said the Trump administration is focused on diplomacy and peace, adding that the US continues to rema... Read More


Oil steadies above $65; on track for 11% weekly loss

Mumbai, June 27 -- WTI crude held firm above $65 on Friday, marking its third straight session of gains as bargain hunters returned after a sharp selloff earlier in the week. Brent crude also edged pa... Read More


India calls for merit-based treatment of US visa applications as Trump administration tightens rules

New Delhi/IBNS, June 27 -- India has called for a merit-based treatment of visa applications by its citizens as the United States has tightened the visa-screening process particularly for students, me... Read More


Spain PM alleges 'genocide' in Gaza as rescuers say 65 killed

Dhaka, June 27 -- Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez on Thursday became the most prominent European leader to describe the situation in Gaza as a "genocide", as rescuers in the war-ravaged Palestini... Read More


Tchad : Le Ministre de l'Eau et de l'Énergie en visite de chantier à Guinebor

Chad, Juin 27 --   Accueillie par le Maire du 1er arrondissement, Djamal Yaya Moussa, cette mission de terrain avait pour but d'évaluer l'avancement des travaux de construction d'un château d'eau de 2... Read More