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US to escort ships out of Hormuz as Trump cites 'very positive' Iran talks

WASHINGTON, May 4 -- President Donald Trump said yesterday that "very positive discussions" were underway with Iran on finding a solution to the war, but nevertheless added US forces will soon start e... Read More


Rafizi arrives at MACC over Arm Holdings probe

KUALA LUMPUR, May 4 -- Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli arrived at the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) headquarters in Putrajaya this morning to give a statement over an ongoing investigation linke... Read More


Ex-New York mayor Giuliani hospitalised in 'critical' condition

WASHINGTON, May 4 -- Former New York mayor Rudy Giuliani is hospitalised in "critical but stable condition," his spokesman said yesterday, without disclosing what ails the 81-year-old former politicia... Read More


Middle East conflict triggers stockpiling frenzy, pushing Malaysia's manufacturing PMI to four-year high

KUALA LUMPUR, May 4 -- Malaysia's manufacturing sector recorded its strongest performance in four years this April, but economists warn the surge is largely driven by businesses frantically stockpilin... Read More


Russian oil pipelines remain susceptible to drone attacks from Ukraine - Phar Kim Beng

Kuala Lampur, May 4 -- The world is learning, perhaps too late, that energy security cannot be improvised in the midst of war. As tensions in West Asia linger under an open-ended and fragile ceasefir... Read More


Sarawak deputy premier: 48 projects under 12MP driving Mukah's rise as economic hub

KUCHING, May 4 -- The implementation of 48 projects under the 12th Malaysia Plan (12MP) is accelerating Mukah's emergence as a new economic growth hub in Sarawak, said Deputy Premier Datuk Awang Tenga... Read More


Couple freed on bail as police zero in on two teens over 61-stab murder in Ketereh

KUALA LUMPUR, May 4 -- A couple remanded in connection with the death of a 19-year-old college student found with 61 stab wounds in Ketereh, Kelantan, has been released on police bail, as investigatio... Read More


Sarawak building knowledge economy driven by 'brain power', says premier

KUCHING, May 4 -- Sarawak is placing emphasis on strengthening a knowledge-based economy driven by 'brain power' and expanding its global connectivity as key pillars shaping the state's future, said t... Read More


When grading becomes gatekeeping: Structural barriers in Malaysia's education system - Vivek Sukumaran

Kuala Lampur, May 4 -- The recent controversy surrounding the SPM Moral Studies grading has triggered widespread concern, but the official response - ordering a review - falls short of addressing a de... Read More


Cities must embrace arts to nurture well-rounded youth, says Sarawak minister

KUCHING, May 4 -- Cities should go beyond infrastructure development by providing avenues for artistic expression and recreational activities, said Sarawak Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Ar... Read More