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Media practitioners call on govt to provide healthcare, welfare aid for industry veterans
IPOH, June 12 — The government is urged to consider introducing a dedicated aid mechanism for veteran or former media practitioners in recognition of their contributions to the nation’s journalism industry, while also helping to ease their post-retirement financial burdens.
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US‑Iran memorandum talks near conclusion? Geneva emerges as possible venue
DUBAI, June 12 — A memorandum between the United States and Iran to halt the war in the Gulf could be signed as soon as Sunday, a Western source told Reuters on Friday, with Geneva emerging as the likeliest venue.
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MAG chief Nasaruddin appointed to IATA board of governors for three-year term
KUALA LUMPUR, June 12 — Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) president and group chief executive officer Captain Nasaruddin A. Bakar has been appointed to the board of governors of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) during its 82nd annual general meeting
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Iran’s 14‑point draft diverges from US account, insisting on sanctions relief, Strait reopening and US$300b rebuilding
ISTANBUL, June 12 — Iranian media on Friday published the details of a 14-point draft memorandum of understanding between Tehran and Washington, revealing significant differences from provisions previously reported by Axios regarding sanctions relief, frozen Iranian assets, reconstruction commitments, and
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Anwar: Malaysia’s strength lies in managing differences fairly, religion must promote peace
KUALA LUMPUR, June 12 — Malaysia’s strength lies not in uniformity but in its ability to manage differences fairly and justly, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said today. Speaking at the 3rd International Summit of Religious Leaders 2026 here,
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Ringgit closes firmer at 4.0555 against US dollar, investors eye US‑Iran peace talks
KUALA LUMPUR, June 12 — The ringgit extended its gains on Friday, closing higher against the US dollar as uncertainty surrounding the conflict in West Asia weighed on the greenback. At 6pm, the local note rose to 4.0555/0600 versus the
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Hospitalisation, critical illness and medical device aid among RM1.42b MySalam payouts to Malaysians, says minister
KUALA LUMPUR, June 12 — Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said a total of 1.88 million Malaysians have benefited from the MySalam health protection scheme since its introduction in 2019, with claims amounting to RM1.423 billion as at December 31,
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South Korea’s ex-president Yoon jailed 30 years over drone operation against North Korea
SEOUL, June 12 — A South Korean court sentenced ex-president Yoon Suk Yeol to 30 years in prison today for sending military drones into North Korea, saying he planned the action as pretext for his disastrous martial law declaration in 2024.
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Anwar to visit Sabah tomorrow for Madani Link launch and National Unity Week event
KOTA KINABALU, June 12 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is scheduled to make a one-day visit to Sabah tomorrow to attend several events, including an official launch and community programmes. The Prime Minister will kick off his visit
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Singapore households to pay more for waste collection from July 1
SINGAPORE, June 12 — Households in Singapore will have to pay higher public waste collection fees from July 1 following a revision aimed at reflecting rising operational and manpower costs, according to The Straits Times. The Singapore daily reported that the
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