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Houthis cut Yemen’s Taiz off from Aden in major battlefield gain
DUBAI, Oct 4 — Yemen’s Houthis today cut a vital supply route linking Taiz with Aden — the interim capital of the internationally recognised government — according to four security sources. “We were informed that the Houthis had taken control
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Kim Jong Un oversees launch of missile North Korea says uses AI to evade defences
SEOUL, Oct 4 — North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw the launch of a missile which allegedly used artificial intelligence to adjust its trajectory, state media reported today. The AI technology means the missile is “capable of changing its
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Zahid urges UiTM to establish Quantum Department, says Malaysia must not lag
SHAH ALAM, Oct 4 — Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has called on Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) to establish a Quantum Department to ensure the country does not lag behind current advancements. He said the department is
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Malaysia eyes F1 calendar return as PM Anwar confirms talks under way
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 4 — Malaysia is discussing a possible return to the Formula One calendar beyond this weekend’s race at Sepang, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said today, raising hopes of a longer-term revival of the Malaysian Grand
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JPJ hunts illegal motorcycle ride operators ferrying passengers to Sepang F1 circuit
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 4 — The Road Transport Department (JPJ) is tracking down individuals and groups offering illegal motorcycle ride-hailing services to transport visitors and spectators attending the Formula One (F1) Bahrain Grand Prix at the Sepang International Circuit (SIC).
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Rapid KL adds eight more shuttle buses as MRT Putrajaya Line repair work continues
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 4 — Repair works are underway to restore power supply and train services on the Putrajaya Line following a cable theft near the Taman Equine MRT Station, according to Rapid KL. It said alternative train services and
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Water in the tank at Batu Kawan? Penang team looks into viral claims of vehicle trouble after refuelling
GEORGE TOWN, Oct 4 — The Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry (KPDN) in Penang is investigating claims that several vehicles experienced problems after refuelling at petrol stations near Batu Kawan. A Penang KPDN spokesperson said the ministry was
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Consulate: Malaysians must enter Southern Thailand legally if they plan to get married there
SONGKHLA, Oct 4 —Malaysians planning to get married in southern Thailand have been reminded to enter the country through legal routes and with valid travel documents to ensure that a confirmation letter can be issued by the Consulate General of
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China slams US ‘lie’ over Starbucks stores in Xinjiang
BEIJING, Oct 4 — China’s foreign ministry accused a US congressional committee yesterday of “fabricating claims” after its chairman called on Starbucks to shutter two newly opened cafes in Xinjiang over alleged rights abuses. John Moolenaar, chairman of the US
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Keling and Kumang the cows? Dayak group demands answers from Sarawak Agrofest organisers
MIRI, Oct 4 — Dayak Native Initiative (Dani) has criticised the use of the names Keling and Kumang for two cattle featured at the Sarawak Agrofest, saying the choice was insensitive to Iban customs and heritage. In a statement, Dani
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