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Anger grows in South Korea over ballot shortages as students plan nationwide protests
SEOUL, June 10 — University students across South Korea will stage protests today as anger grew over ballot paper shortages at recent local elections. Dozens of polling stations nationwide were short of around 7,000 ballot papers on June 3 election
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Negeri Sembilan Bersatu says it will contest election under PN banner despite PAS split
KUALA LUMPUR, June 10 — Negeri Sembilan Bersatu has said it will continue to contest under the Perikatan Nasional (PN) banner in the next state election, despite PAS’ decision to end political cooperation with the party. According to Utusan Malaysia, Negeri
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In Tokyo, Anwar pitches Malaysia-Japan alliance for chips, AI and clean energy
TOKYO, June 10 — Malaysia and Japan can make a meaningful contribution to strengthening regional supply chains, particularly in semiconductors, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said today. He said Malaysia’s strengths in assembly, testing and advanced packaging complement Japan’s
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PAS taps Annuar Musa to lead Johor election campaign
JOHOR BAHRU, June 10 — PAS has appointed former federal minister Tan Sri Annuar Musa as its Johor election director ahead of the upcoming state polls. Johor PAS information chief Mohd Firdaus Jaffar said the appointment was aimed at strengthening
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Malaysian banks honour 68 staff who helped save RM139m from scammers last year
PETALING JAYA, June 10 — A total of 68 outstanding employees were honoured today for what banks described as their “exceptional vigilance and quick actions”, which helped prevent over RM139 million from being stolen by financial fraudsters in 2025. The
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Singapore police use AI, drones and 3D scanning to speed up crime scene investigations
SINGAPORE, June 8 — The Singapore Police Force is using artificial intelligence, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and 3D scanning technology to enhance forensic investigations, improve efficiency and optimise resources, according to The Straits Times. Deputy Superintendent of Police Tan Boon Kok,
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Asia stocks fall as tech rout continues amid inflation worries and US-Iran tensions
HONG KONG, June 10 — Stocks fell today to extend a rollercoaster week for markets, with tech firms once again bearing the brunt of the selling as investors fret over elevated prices and possible US interest rate hikes. Worries over
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Japan rolls out guard of honour for Anwar in first official PM trip to Tokyo
TOKYO, June 10 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim was today accorded an official welcoming ceremony at the Japanese Prime Minister’s Office in Tokyo, marking his first official visit to Japan since taking office. Upon arrival, Anwar was warmly
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Anwar urges firm stand against discriminatory tariffs, calls for stronger free trade voice
KUALA LUMPUR, June 10 — Sovereign countries should not be timid in defending free trade and opposing punitive tariffs or discriminatory policies, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Anwar said as a sovereign interdependent country, Malaysia took its position
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Sarawak TVET team clinches runner-up spot at Taiwan robotics championship
KUCHING, June 10 — Matang Vocational College has brought pride to Sarawak and Malaysia after its robotics team secured a runner-up finish at an international robotics competition held in Taiwan recently. The team won the Finalist Alliance Award in the
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