Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim undergoes medical procedure
Malaysia’s government says Anwar, 79, is undergoing medical examinations and a procedure advised by his specialists.
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Formula One returns to Malaysia as Sepang circuit hosts Bahrain Grand Prix
The race in Bahrain was rescheduled in April amid the US-Israel war on Iran and will now be held in Malaysia.
US summons Malaysia envoy over Israel policy
Malaysia does not have any diplomatic ties with Israel and has long maintained its support for the Palestinian cause.
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China’s Xi Jinping launches new AI alliance: What is it?
Beijing is likely to use the WAICO alliance to influence global AI regulations, analysts say.
Southeast Asia’s homegrown artists are knocking K-pop off its pedestal
Drawing lessons from the global success of K-Pop, the region is finding its own voice in a new generation of artists.
More than 5,300 people still held in Myanmar scam centres: rights group
A UN report found the facilities are operated by foreign nationals who were trafficked by criminal gangs.
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Philippines earthquake kills 15, prompts tsunami fears: All to know
The latest tremors come eight months after the Philippines suffered its strongest earthquake in 12 years.
Rescuers race to save two people still trapped in cave in Laos
Rescuers face heavy rains, equipment failures in search for two people trapped in central Laos cave by flash floods.
UN urges ‘urgent’ action to protect children online
Call comes amid a global push for greater accountability and oversight of social media platforms.
Malaysia orders TikTok to address ‘defamatory’ content about king
Watchdog instructs social media giant to strengthen moderation following circulation of ‘grossly offensive’ content.
Modest fashion’s global turn
From Instagram to Paris catwalks, modest fashion is booming as the global Muslim market heads toward $433bn by 2028.
