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Could oil hit US$100 a barrel? How the Iran war is threatening global energy supply
LONDON, March 1 — The US-Israeli strikes against Iran and reprisals by Tehran could severely disrupt the global supply of crude oil and send prices soaring to levels not seen in years. AFP looks at the risks. Major producer Iran
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Sarawak DAP veep confirms party to field new faces, plans to contest GPS-held seats, including Pelawan and Bukit Assek
SIBU, March 1 — The Democratic Action Party (DAP) is expected to field many new faces in the coming state election, said DAP Sarawak vice chairman Oscar Ling. Ling, who is also Sibu MP, said the party has been grooming
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Finally, a map to protect Malaysia’s seagrass, fisheries resources and marine biodiversity
PUTRAJAYA, March 1 — The Department of Fisheries Malaysia (DOF) has developed the National Seagrass Map to strengthen the systematic, science-based management of seagrass habitats. In a statement today, the department said the first comprehensive map developed at the national
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Anwar says Malaysia in solidarity with everyone affected by US-Israel attacks in Middle East this Ramadan
KUALA LUMPUR, March 1 — Malaysia stands in solidarity with all Muslims and communities in the Middle East who have been affected by the tensions caused by the actions of the United States (US) and Israel in launching attacks on
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CAAM: Middle East airspace closures could affect your international flights, check before you leave for airport
PUTRAJAYA, March 1 — The Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) has advised that recent airspace closures in parts of the Middle East may disrupt certain international flight services. In a statement today, CAAM said airlines operating to and from
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Two AADK auxiliary policemen to face disciplinary board over drug supply to 47 Puspen clients
BACHOK, March 1 — Two National Anti-Drugs Agency (AADK) auxiliary policemen suspected of supplying drugs to 47 clients at the Serdang Narcotics Addiction Rehabilitation Centre (Puspen) in Kedah will be brought before the disciplinary board tomorrow, Home Minister Datuk Seri
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King honours fallen soldiers, offers prayers for their souls on Army Day
KUALA LUMPUR, March 1 — His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, today extended his wishes to all Malaysian Army personnel and veterans on the occasion of the 93rd Army Day. In a post on the official Facebook page of
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Avoid travel to the Middle East unless urgent as situation stays uncertain, Wisma Putra tells Malaysians
KUALA LUMPUR, March 1 — Malaysia’s Foreign Ministry, through its diplomatic missions in the Middle East, has been extending consular assistance to Malaysians stranded in several countries due to flight cancellations amid the current developments in the region. The ministry,
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Iran conflict may hit markets, but some economic levers still in govt hands, says Anwar
PUTRAJAYA, March 1 — The government still has room in domestic economic policy to ensure a peaceful and stable political environment and increase investor confidence, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. The prime minister highlighted that a peaceful political
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‘No need for complicated interpretations’: Rafizi replies to PKR show-cause letter
KUALA LUMPUR, March 1 — Pandan MP Rafizi Ramli today said he would remain a member of PKR until Parliament is dissolved, after the party issued a show-cause letter over his statement that he intends to contest the 16th General
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