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Trump order denying grants to artists over ‘gender ideology’ violated First Amendment, judge rules
NEW YORK, Sept 19 — A federal judge yesterday blocked US President Donald Trump’s administration from disfavoring arts organisations deemed to be promoting “gender ideology” when deciding which ones should receive grants from the National Endowment for the Arts. US District Judge
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Trump hits H-1B visas, a tech industry favourite, with US$100,000 fee
WASHINGTON, Sept 20 — US President Donald Trump yesterday ordered an annual US$100,000 (RM420,700) fee be added to H-1B skilled worker visas, creating potentially major repercussions for the tech industry where such permits are prolific. The new measure, which could
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Israel army says will use ‘unprecedented force’ in Gaza City
GAZA CITY, Sep 20 — The Israeli military warned yesterday it would operate with “unprecedented force” in Gaza City, telling residents to flee as it presses its ground offensive on the territory’s largest urban centre. Israel has pummelled Gaza City
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Hong Kong evacuates thousands after WWII-era bomb found
HONG KONG, Sept 20 — Hong Kong authorities have evacuated thousands of residents over a bomb left over from World War II that was discovered at a construction site. Police said the bomb—found yesterday—weighed about 450 kilograms, adding that they
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French first couple to present ‘scientific’ evidence in lawsuit against US influencer
WASHINGTON, Sept 20 — Emmanuel and Brigitte Macron will offer “scientific” evidence and photos proving that France’s first lady is a woman, the lawyer representing them in a US lawsuit said yesterday. Attorney Tom Clare said the Macrons planned to
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Malaysian Armed Forces ready for monsoon season, pledges rapid response to flood-hit areas, says Mohd
KUANTAN, Sept 20 — The Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) is prepared to mobilise its personnel and assets to flood-affected areas during the upcoming monsoon season. Chief of Defence Force Gen Tan Sri Mohd Nizam Jaffar said a range of preparations
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S&P Global reaffirms Malaysia’s sovereign credit ratings, stable outlook, says Finance Ministry
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 20 — S&P Global Ratings (S&P) has reaffirmed Malaysia’s sovereign credit ratings at ‘A-’ with a stable outlook, underscoring confidence in the country’s macroeconomic management despite global trade uncertainty, according to the Finance Ministry (MoF). The rating
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Malaysia’s halal trade fair Mihas 2025 draws record deals, says Matrade
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 20 — The Malaysia International Halal Showcase (Mihas) 2025 has recorded RM4.97 billion in sales as of the third day of the event, and the figure is set to increase even higher, according to the Malaysia External
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Singapore’s DSTA unveils Gaia, a generative AI tool to revolutionise defence capabilities
SINGAPORE, Sept 20 — Singapore’s Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA) is set to enhance its focus on drones, robotics, and artificial intelligence (AI), having developed its proprietary generative AI tool. The tech is named Gaia, short for Generative AI
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Singapore police arrest three more in fake SAF bulk order scam
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 20 — Three more individuals were apprehended by Singapore police in connection with an alleged scam involving fake bulk orders, as reported by The Straits Times. These arrests add to the earlier apprehension of two suspects, bringing the
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