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Akmal Nasrullah: Strait of Hormuz repairs mean oil recovery gradual, but outlook remains hopeful
PUTRAJAYA, June 15 — The recovery of global oil supplies is expected to take time despite a peace deal between the United States and Iran, following infrastructure damage and disruptions to strategic trade routes caused by the conflict. Economy Minister
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Former Federal Court judge Nallini Pathmanathan appointed chairman of Malaysian Media Council
KUALA LUMPUR, June 15 — Former Federal Court judge Tan Sri Nallini Pathmanathan has been appointed chairman of the Malaysian Media Council (MMC), the self-regulatory body established under the Malaysian Media Council Act 2025. In a statement today, the council
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Govt pledges press freedom, backs ethical journalism, says deputy minister
MELAKA, June 15 — The government has pledged to uphold press freedom and ensure journalists have the independence and capacity to report news professionally and ethically. Deputy Higher Education Minister Adam Adli Abd Halim called for stronger ties between the
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Johor polls: Amanah targets Parit Yaani, Kota Iskandar in bid to reclaim former seats
JOHOR BAHRU, June 15 — Parti Amanah Negara (Amanah) aims to regain several Johor state seats it previously held, including Parit Yaani and Kota Iskandar, in the upcoming state election. Johor Amanah chairman Aminolhuda Hassan said the constituencies are among
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Deputy minister tells J-KOM chief to avoid offensive language, urges restraint on 3R issues
KUALA LUMPUR, June 15 — All parties, including the director-general of the Community Communications Department (JKOM), Mohd Hisyamuddin Ghazali, should avoid using inappropriate language when issuing statements, the Communications Ministry said. Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching also urged all
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Police strength lies in integrity, not assets, says Ayob Khan amid rising cybercrime threats
ISKANDAR PUTERI, June 15 — Integrity and trustworthiness must continue to serve as the cornerstone of every level of the security forces to ensure public confidence in law enforcement institutions is maintained, said Deputy Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Ayob
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Malaysia’s inflation expected to remain between 1.5 and 2.5pc this year, says economy minister
PUTRAJAYA, June 15 — The Economy Ministry expects Malaysia’s inflation rate to remain under control at between 1.5 and 2.5 per cent throughout this year despite pressure from the energy supply crisis and global geopolitical uncertainties. Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah
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As US nears Iran peace deal, a look at the 2015 nuclear pact abandoned by Trump
WASHINGTON, June 14 — The US says it is close to signing a peace deal that would end the three-month-old war with Iran, though terms have not yet been made public. It is not clear at this point how any
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Jakim confirms fake halal cert in chicken seizure at Bukit Kayu Hitam
BUKIT KAYU HITAM, June 14 — The Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) seized 26,040 kilogrammes of frozen chicken worth RM208,320 on June 8 over suspicions that a fake halal certificate was used for its importation. Bukit Kayu Hitam
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World Cup shuttle bus set alight, teen shot as chaotic celebrations erupt in Manhattan after Knicks win in NBA Finals
NEW YORK, June 14 — A World Cup bus was set alight and a teenager suffered a gunshot wound during chaotic scenes in Midtown Manhattan as thousands of basketball fans poured into the streets late yesterday to celebrate the New
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