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GRS returns to power in Sabah, pledges continuity under SMJ 2.0 development plan
KOTA KINABALU, Jan 5 — The year 2025 ended with one of Sabah’s most pivotal political developments as the 17th State Election on November 29 reaffirmed Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) as the largest political force, positioning it once again at
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MACC confirms probe into 26 companies over army project procurement
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 5 — The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has begun an investigation into 26 companies, suspected of involvement in the procurement of army projects. According to sources, the owners of all the companies are also being investigated, and
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KL police nab 1,070 suspects, seize RM5m in 97 online scam cases
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 5 — Police busted 97 online scam cases and seized more than RM5 million, in a series of integrated operations conducted in the capital throughout last year. Kuala Lumpur police chief Datuk Fadil Marsus said a total
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Venezuela’s Maduro to appear in New York court after shocking US military seizure in Caracas
NEW YORK, Jan 5 — Deposed Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro is expected to appear in a New York court on Monday, just days after being seized in Caracas in a shock US military operation that paved the path for Washington’s
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Venezuela oil blockade broken? Dozen tankers vanish in dark mode as Trump claims embargo ‘in full force’
WASHINGTON, Jan 5 — About a dozen tankers loaded with Venezuelan crude and fuel departed in recent days from the country’s waters in dark mode, seemingly breaking a strict blockade imposed by the US amid intense pressure that mounted until
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Anwar to begin official visit to Türkiye tomorrow, co‑chair strategic council with Erdoğan
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 5 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will undertake an official visit to Türkiye from tomorrow until January 8, as part of efforts to strengthen the long-standing bilateral relations between the two countries. The Prime Minister’s
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China blasts US over Maduro seizure, says no nation can act as ‘world’s judge’
BEIJING, Jan 5 — Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Beijing cannot accept any country acting as the “world’s judge” after the United States captured Venezuela’s President Nicolas Maduro. “We have never believed that any country can act as the
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Global outrage as Trump boasts of Maduro capture, warns of new military raids in Venezuela, Colombia and Mexico
WASHINGTON, Jan 5 — Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro was due to appear in a US court on Monday after his weekend capture by American forces, with US President Donald Trump leaving open the possibility of another incursion if the United
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Singapore jewellers pivot to bullion as buyers shun pricey ornaments
SINGAPORE, Jan 5 — Gold retailers in Singapore are refreshing designs and promoting trade‑ins as they try to revive demand, after one of the weakest years for jewellery sales amid soaring prices. Data from the World Gold Council showed jewellery
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Singapore intensifies anti‑piracy drive with court order blocking 53 domains
SINGAPORE, Jan 5 — The Singapore High Court has granted a new site blocking order targeting 22 piracy website brands covering 53 domains, the Asia Video Industry Association’s Coalition Against Piracy (CAP) announced today. The order, obtained by BBC Studios,
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