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KTMB offers record 347,000 train seats for Hari Raya Aidiladha-Wesak holiday
Keretapi Tanah Melayu Bhd (KTMB) has announced a record 347,000 train seats for the upcoming Hari Raya Aidiladha, Wesak Day, and Sultan Ibrahim's birthday holiday period.
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Pope Leo condemns pollution and corporate greed during Acerra visit
Pope Leo visited Acerra, Italy, on May 23, 2026, condemning companies profiting from pollution and urging rejection of harmful enrichment practices.
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US Soldier in Okinawa Referred to Prosecutors for Sexual Assault and Injury
On May 22, 2026, Okinawa police referred a US soldier to prosecutors over sexual assault and injury charges against an adult woman.
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Turkey Captures 10 Islamic State Militants in Syria Including 2015 Ankara Bombing Suspect
Turkey’s intelligence agency MIT captured 10 Islamic State suspects in Syria in a joint operation with Syrian intelligence.
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Malaysia Reports Stable Food and Livestock Supply Amid Global Crisis
Malaysia's Agriculture Ministry says food and livestock supply remain stable despite global disruptions, with sufficient stock through June 2026.
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Uber explores €10 billion takeover of Delivery Hero, faces shareholder pushback
Uber has proposed a €10 billion full takeover of Delivery Hero but faces shareholder resistance over valuation.
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Three dead and dozens of first responders sickened by fentanyl exposure in New Mexico
Three people died and up to 25 first responders were sickened after fentanyl exposure at a Mountainair, New Mexico home last week.
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New Zealand to spend NZ$1.6 billion on drones and naval upgrades to boost maritime security
New Zealand will invest NZ$1.6 billion in drones, ship maintenance, and naval upgrades to strengthen maritime security amid regional tensions.
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Malaysia expands diesel subsidy eligibility to jeeps and pickup trucks nationwide from June 1
Malaysia will expand its Subsidised Diesel Control System to include jeeps and pickup trucks nationwide, effective June 1, 2026.
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Sabah launches 25-year Forest Master Plan to protect and manage forests sustainably
Sabah announced a 25-year Forest Master Plan to balance socio-economic development with forest conservation, maintaining over 60% forest cover.
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India raises diesel and petrol prices three to four times in May 2026 amid rising costs
State-run refiners in India raised diesel and petrol prices multiple times in May 2026, with a total increase of around 8% over 10 days.
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FIFA orders partial closure of Puebla stadium for Mexico-Ghana friendly over discriminatory chants
FIFA partially closed Puebla's Cuauhtemoc Stadium for Mexico's May 22 friendly against Ghana due to fans' discriminatory chants in past matches.
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Pentagon releases second batch of 222 declassified UFO files including shootdown video
The US Pentagon on May 22 released 222 declassified UFO files, including videos of a 2023 fighter jet shooting down a UFO over Lake Huron.
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US requires most foreign nationals to leave to apply for green cards starting May 21
US Citizenship and Immigration Services now requires most foreign nationals on temporary visas to return home to apply for green cards.
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Three U.S.-made F-35 fighter jets arrive in Poland, first on NATO's eastern flank
Poland received its first three U.S.-made F-35A fighter jets on May 22, marking a NATO eastern flank upgrade.
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U.S. and Iran deadlocked after nearly four months blocking Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. and Iran maintain a stalemate with mutual blockades in the Strait of Hormuz after nearly four months, as fragile talks stall.
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China's Wingtech Sues Nexperia Seeking Control and 8 Billion Yuan Compensation
Wingtech filed a lawsuit in China seeking to regain control of Nexperia and at least 8 billion yuan damages over Dutch government restrictions.
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RC Lens claim first French Cup title with 3-1 win over Nice
RC Lens won their first French Cup by defeating Nice 3-1 in the final at Stade de France on May 22, 2026.
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Gabriel Attal announces run for 2027 French presidency as youngest former PM
Gabriel Attal, France’s youngest-ever prime minister, declared his 2027 presidential candidacy on May 22 in southern France.
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Penang JPJ seizes 51 luxury vehicles for expired road tax in early 2026
Penang Road Transport Department seized 51 luxury vehicles from January to May 2026 over unpaid road tax, valued at RM14 million.
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Three months into US-Iran conflict, doubts grow over Trump’s strategic success
Three months after launching Operation Epic Fury against Iran, President Trump faces rising doubts about his military campaign’s effectiveness.
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Magnitude 6.0 earthquake hits near Honaunau-Napoopoo on Hawaii's Big Island
A magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck near Honaunau-Napoopoo on Hawaii's Big Island on May 22, causing strong shaking but no reported casualties.
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Gas Explosion at Shanxi Coal Mine Kills at Least 82 Workers
A gas explosion at Liushenyu coal mine in Shanxi, China, on May 22 killed at least 82 people and injured 128.
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US-China trade tensions and AI rivalry dominate 2026 APEC Trade Ministers Meeting in Suzhou
Trade ministers met in Suzhou May 22 to discuss Asian-Pacific trade issues amid US-China tensions and AI competition.