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The new moon landing: Kenya hails Sawe's historic sub-two-hour marathon

NAIROBI, April 30 -- There was a hero's welcome for marathon world record-breaker Sabastian Sawe as he returned to Kenya and was lauded by President William Ruto on Thursday. Sawe made history in Lon... Read More


Thailand busts Taiwanese woman hiding 30 star tortoises under her clothes at Suvarnabhumi

BANGKOK, April 30 -- Thai authorities arrested a teenager at a Bangkok airport for allegedly smuggling 30 protected tortoises valued at about US$9,000 (RM36,000) that were taped under her clothing, wi... Read More


Tunku Ismail praises Johor's RM272b investment haul, says record RM110b in 2025 marks history

ISKANDAR PUTERI, April 30 -- Johor Regent Tunku Mahkota Ismail praised the state's economic achievements, which have recorded impressive figures over the past four years with investments totalling RM2... Read More


Mas Ermieyati slams Bersatu rep's dog sticker post, says it insults Muslim manners and elected office

PETALING JAYA, April 30 -- Masjid Tanah MP Datuk Mas Ermieyati Samsudin has criticised Sungai Udang assemblyman Dr Mohd Aleef Yusoh over a Facebook post showing a Melaka exco member's face covered wit... Read More


Is Australia's teen social media ban working? Internal documents reveal early failures

SYDNEY, April 30 -- There was "no meaningful shift" away from big tech platforms like TikTok and Instagram in the immediate wake of Australia's world-leading teen social media ban, government document... Read More


Ten Malaysians missing after Israeli forces board Gaza aid flotilla, says Sumud Nusantara Command Center 

BANGI, April 30 -- The Sumud Nusantara Command Center (SNCC) has confirmed that 22 vessels under the Global Sumud Flotilla 2.0 (GSF2.0) mission were intercepted and boarded by Israeli forces in intern... Read More


Malaysian Itppas, this is not a drill: CUCKOO teases upcoming fan moments with new global ambassador Lee Junho (VIDEO)

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 -- Malaysian K-drama fans are about to see a lot more of Lee Junho around town. CUCKOO International (MAL) Berhad has officially named the South Korean superstar its Global Bra... Read More


Anthony Loke says Zahid rejects backdoor bid, insists Negeri Sembilan Unity Government remains intact and stable

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 -- DAP secretary‑general Anthony Loke has said Umno president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi does not support the formation of a new government or a "backdoor administra... Read More


How 'The Shadow Strays' opened the door to Hana Malasan's next mission: Malaysia's 'Hunter Eleven: The Awaken'

JOHOR BAHRU, April 29 -- Indonesian actors appearing in Malaysian productions reflect the growing creative exchange between the two countries. Indonesian actress Hana Malasan is the latest talent to ... Read More


Chief Statistician urges Malaysians to rebuild discipline, warning QR payments make saving harder than ever

KUALA LUMPUR, April 29 -- From stamp books and post office savings to instant QR payments, Malaysians' relationship with money has shifted dramatically - and not necessarily for the better. That is t... Read More