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Negeri Sembilan state election held with BN-PN alliance favored to win majority
The Negeri Sembilan state election took place on August 1, 2026, with the BN-PN alliance expected to win most of the 36 assembly seats.
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Fed Chair Kevin Warsh may raise rates in July amid inflation and geopolitical tensions
Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh could surprise markets with a rate hike on July 29, raising rates between 3.75% and 4%.
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12 Malaysian Policemen Arrested for Alleged RM2 Million Extortion of Foreign National
Twelve Malaysian policemen were arrested for allegedly extorting RM2 million from a foreign national in Kuala Lumpur last month.
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Sabah Immigration denies claims of Filipino detainee deaths amid overcrowding rumors
Sabah Immigration Department rejected social media claims of Filipino detainee deaths due to overcrowding and confirmed detainees are in good condition.
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Malaysia disaster victims can claim cash aid up to four times a year under Nadma
Malaysian disaster victims can claim RM1,000 Bantuan Wang Ihsan cash aid up to four times annually, with limits on frequency, Nadma says.
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Malaysia aims to expand global halal certification and industry collaboration
Malaysia seeks to become a global halal industry hub through international partnerships and a broader halal ecosystem, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said.
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Malaysian pilot arrested in Indonesia for smuggling 25kg of drugs valued at RM45 million
A 39-year-old Malaysian pilot was arrested in Indonesia on July 28-29 for smuggling 25kg of ecstasy and methamphetamine capsules worth RM45 million.
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High Court grants Rosmah Mansor conditional stay on RM67.46 million jewellery payment
The High Court granted Rosmah Mansor a conditional stay on a RM67.46 million judgment to Global Royalty pending her appeal.
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Australia raises international student visa fees, exempts ASEAN students from full hike
Australia increased international student visa fees to A$2,500 but ASEAN students pay only A$2,050, a smaller rise announced July 3, 2026.
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Apple TV sets Neuromancer series premiere for January 22, 2027
Apple TV will debut its 10-episode adaptation of William Gibson's Neuromancer on January 22, 2027.
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Two foreign suspects killed in police shootout during Alor Star kidnap rescue
Police killed two foreign suspects in a shootout during a kidnap rescue at a house in Alor Star on August 7, rescuing two foreign victims.
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Australia sets minimum pay at AUD 31.30 and insurance rules for gig delivery workers
Australia’s Fair Work Commission approved minimum pay and insurance standards for gig delivery workers effective August 17, 2026.
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Houthis attack Saudi Aramco oil sites as US halts air strikes on Iran
On July 25, Yemen’s Houthi militants fired missiles and drones at Saudi Aramco installations amid a pause in US air strikes on Iran.
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49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan limited in training camp after serious July car accident
Kyle Shanahan will have a limited role in San Francisco 49ers training camp as he recovers from injuries sustained in a July 14 car crash.
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Modder Relysia releases true third-person camera mod for Baldur's Gate 3
Modder Relysia uploaded a true third-person, over-the-shoulder camera mod for Baldur's Gate 3 on August 5, 2026.
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Man arrested for assaulting Ipoh City Council officer during duty in Jalan Pengkalan Barat
A 42-year-old man was detained for allegedly assaulting and threatening an Ipoh City Council enforcement officer in Ipoh on July 25.
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Japanese PM Takaichi says she sleeps 0 to 3 hours nightly, sparking debate on work habits
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi reported sleeping 0 to 3 hours a night since taking office, stirring public and political debate on July 20, 2026.
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Ukraine Submits Peace Proposals to US, Warns of Russian Mobilization After September Vote
Ukraine handed war-ending proposals to US negotiators on August 11 and warned Russia plans new troop mobilization after its September 2026 parliamentary election.
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Singapore targets longevity economy growth without raising healthcare costs
Singapore seeks to expand its longevity economy by improving lives while controlling healthcare spending, Health Minister Ong Ye Kung says.
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Samsung secures $200 billion chip supply deal with Broadcom through 2030
Samsung Electronics won a $200 billion contract to supply chips to Broadcom over five years through 2030.
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Former Top Indonesian Anti-Corruption Prosecutor Febrie Adriansyah Arrested on Money Laundering Charges
Febrie Adriansyah was arrested on suspicion of money laundering after police seized cash and gold from his properties.
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Singapore launches SG Youth Plan to support over 500,000 youths with 20+ initiatives
Singapore’s government launched the SG Youth Plan on July 25 to support more than half a million youths aged 15 to 35 over five years through 20 initiatives.
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Malaysia's GNI per capita hits US$12,380, close to high-income status threshold
Malaysia's GNI per capita reached a record US$12,380 in 2025, edging closer to World Bank high-income status, with GDP at a historic US$472 billion.
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Teenage Student Arrested After Newborn Found Dead at Kuala Langat University Hostel
Police arrested a teenage female student following discovery of a newborn's body at a university hostel in Kuala Langat, Selangor.