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Second woman accuses French senator of drugging and assault, says she 'buried it deep inside'

PARIS, June 20 -- A French senator accused of drugging an MP with the intent to assault her is facing an accusation from another woman, according to French television. The woman, who has not been nam... Read More


From Angsana to Mempari: Trees that can transform Malaysia's urban landscape

KUALA LUMPUR, June 20 -- Trees in cities are more than just decorative elements. They play a critical role in mitigating heat gain from hard surfaces by providing shade and releasing cool air through... Read More


A fusion of cultures in every step: Inside Penang's vibrant Yosakoi Parade

GEORGE TOWN, June 20 -- First introduced in 2013 with just three participating teams, the Penang Yosakoi Parade has since evolved into a vibrant, large-scale celebration - complete with a championship... Read More


Yosakoi hits 10: Penang streets come alive with high-energy dance, Japanese idols and a fireworks finale

GEORGE TOWN, June 20 -- The Penang Yosakoi Parade will be celebrating its 10th edition this year, featuring 30 participating teams and a Japanese idol concert at the Esplanade. After three years of h... Read More


Contractor and ex-wife sentenced to 34 years for killing domestic helper in Penampang, cruelty revealed in court

KOTA KINABALU, June 20 -- A contractor and his former wife were each sentenced to 34 years in prison by the High Court here on Friday after being found guilty of murdering their domestic helper in Dec... Read More


Counter rally to clash with anti-graft student protest on Sabah governor's birthday tomorrow

KOTA KINABALU, June 20 -- A new pro-government youth movement is set to take to the streets of Kota Kinabalu this weekend to counter the Gempur Rasuah Sabah 2.0 anti-graft rally. The Gerakan Anak Mud... Read More


Labubu maker Pop Mart's shares slide after China state media calls for stricter oversight of blind-box craze

HONG KONG, June 20 -- Shares in Pop Mart International Group tumbled in Hong Kong trading after a Chinese state media commentary reignited regulatory concerns over the booming blind-box toy sector, tr... Read More


Energy Commission: Up to 19pc reduction as Putrajaya unveils progressive electricity tariff, new rebates for low-use households

PUTRAJAYA, June 20 -- More than 23.6 million domestic electricity users in Peninsular Malaysia are set to benefit from fairer and more progressive rates under a newly approved tariff structure that wi... Read More


Hong Kong's On Lee Noodle Soup has finally landed in Pavilion KL

KUALA LUMPUR, June 20 -- The wait is over, you can now head to Pavilion KL to taste Hong Kong's On Lee Noodle Soup's offerings. It's a boon for those who cannot fly to Hong Kong and make their way to... Read More


Odette holds the line as Singapore's sole entry on World's 50 Best Restaurants list

SINGAPORE, June 20 -- Odette, the acclaimed French fine-dining restaurant at Singapore's National Gallery, has retained its position as the country's standard-bearer on the World's 50 Best Restaurants... Read More