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Court of Appeal cuts Lim Guan Eng’s defamation damages against Muhyiddin to RM450,000
The Court of Appeal ruled Muhyiddin's defamatory statements against Lim Guan Eng merit RM450,000 damages, down from RM1.05 million awarded by the High Court.
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Johor launches Economic Transformation Plan targeting RM167.4 billion investment by 2030
Johor launched the Johor Economic Transformation Plan (JETP) on June 18, 2026, identifying 83 projects worth RM167.4 billion across eight key industries.
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Taiwan urges prompt US approval of $14 billion arms sale amid China tensions
Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te urged the US to approve a $14 billion arms sale soon as Beijing steps up pressure on the island.
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Thailand Revives $30-$39 Billion Coast-to-Coast ‘Land Bridge’ Corridor Project
Thailand plans a $30-$39 billion logistics corridor linking deep-sea ports on opposite coasts to bypass the Strait of Malacca.
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Colombian fans in yellow dominate Mexico City ahead of World Cup opener at Estadio Azteca
Thousands of Colombian fans filled Mexico City and Estadio Azteca before Colombia's 3-1 World Cup win over Uzbekistan on June 17.
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Port Klang Third Terminal development advances with land issue nearing settlement
The Selangor government and federal agencies work to resolve land issues for Port Klang’s Third Terminal, aiming to start construction in 2026.
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France Leads World Cup 2026 Group Stage Rankings After First Round
After the first group stage round, France tops rankings following a 3-1 win over Senegal, with England second and Argentina third.
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South Korea’s KOSPI Index Tops 9000 Points for First Time, Market Cap Exceeds 80 Trillion Won
South Korea’s KOSPI index broke 9000 points on June 18, 2026, closing at 9063.84 amid strong chipmaker gains and foreign buying.
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1,336 candidates achieve perfect 4.0 CGPA in 2025 STPM examination
A record 1,336 candidates scored a perfect 4.0 CGPA in the 2025 STPM exam, marking a rise from the previous year.
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Final Fantasy 14 offers in-game rewards for Japanese residence tax donations to Shibuya Ward
Final Fantasy 14 players in Japan can earn exclusive in-game items by donating part of their residence tax to Shibuya Ward under the Furusato Nozei system.
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Mexico coach Aguirre says no more tolerance for nerves ahead of South Korea clash
Mexico coach Javier Aguirre warned his players there is no longer room for nerves as they prepare to face South Korea in the 2026 World Cup on June 18.
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Man charged over 2024 Bukit Timah Road crash involving speeding and school bus collision
Aaron Tan Yao Cong faces five charges after driving against traffic, speeding to 114 km/h and colliding with a bus and lamp post in 2024.
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Midjourney unveils full-body ultrasonic scanner, plans spa health centers by 2027
Midjourney announced its Midjourney Scanner, a 60-second full-body ultrasonic device, and plans to open a San Francisco spa featuring the technology by 2027.
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US DOJ Investigates Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei’s Wall Street Financial Ties
The US Department of Justice is probing Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei’s financial dealings involving JPMorgan Chase and Citigroup.
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More than 100 million Chinese consumers face rising bad debt burden, weighing on economic recovery
Over 100 million Chinese consumers struggle with bad debt exceeding 2 trillion yuan, dragging down retail sales and loan growth.
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Actress Daveigh Chase dies at 35 from bacterial meningitis complications
Daveigh Chase, known for voicing Lilo and acting in The Ring, died at 35 in Los Angeles from bacterial meningitis and sepsis complications.
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Goldman Sachs' Kaplan: Fed may raise interest rates as soon as September if inflation stays high
Rob Kaplan said the Federal Reserve could hike rates starting September if inflation does not ease soon.
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England beats Croatia 4-2 in World Cup Group L opener with strong second half
England defeated Croatia 4-2 in their World Cup Group L match in Dallas on June 17, 2026.
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Chinese automakers target wealthy consumers in right-hand-drive markets at Hong Kong auto show
Chinese automakers showcased new luxury EVs and strategies for right-hand-drive markets at the Hong Kong auto show on June 18, 2026.
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Russia and Ukraine exchange missile and drone strikes including Kyiv and Moscow attacks
Russia launched missile strikes on Kyiv as Ukraine hit Moscow's oil refinery with drone attacks on June 18.
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Taiwan dismisses China’s World Cup broadcast offer as irrelevant
Taiwan rejected China’s offer to watch World Cup matches via mainland platforms, saying games are easily accessible locally and Beijing’s claim is unwelcome.
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CME Group to sue CFTC over approval of perpetual futures contracts
CME Group CEO Terrence Duffy announced a lawsuit against the CFTC over its approval of bitcoin perpetual futures contracts.
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Liverpool sign Spain’s Victor Munoz from Osasuna after triggering €40 million release clause
Liverpool triggered Victor Munoz’s €40 million release clause to sign the 22-year-old Spain forward from Osasuna.
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Elon Musk explores merger of SpaceX and Tesla into a $4 trillion conglomerate
Elon Musk is considering merging SpaceX and Tesla after SpaceX’s $85 billion IPO and growing business ties between the companies.