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Barisan Nasional candidate for Ayer Kuning, Mohamad Yusri Bakir (far left) raises his arm in victory at the coalition’s command centre near Tapah, Perak after scoring a majority of over 4,000 votes in the April 26, 2025 by-election. — Facebook screenshot

Malaysia / 15 h ago

BN declares victory in Ayer Kuning after scoring over 50pc votes in unofficial count

Subash (3rd left), 55, celebrate with his students after receiving their 2024 SPM results. — Picture courtesy of Subash Abdullah

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‘Not about being smart, but strategy’: 55-year-old Malaysian keeps sitting SPM to fight education fear

BN candidate Mohamad Yusri Bakir is in pole position for the Ayer Kuning state by-election with Abd Muhaimin Malek from Perikatan Nasional and Bawani KS from Parti Sosialis Malaysia in second and third place respectively. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 17 h ago

BN leads Perikatan, PSM in Ayer Kuning by-election as ballot counting begins

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Chinese automakers innovate with petrol-powered range extenders: EREVs bridge the gap in electric vehicle technology

This image grab taken from footage released by the state television Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting News (Iribnews) on April 26, 2025 shows thick black smoke billowing following an explosion at the Shahid Rajaee port dock south-west of Bandar Abbas in the Iranian province of Hormozgan. — Iribnews/AFP pic

World / 17 h ago

Massive blast rocks Bandar Abbas port, at least 280 injured as cause under investigation

Tan Sri Mohamad Norza Zakaria has been appointed to the Badminton World Federation (BWF) council member for the 2025-2029 term. — Bernama pic

Sports / 17 h ago

Malaysia’s Norza Zakaria joins BWF council as Thailand’s Patama Leeswadtrakul becomes new president, succeeding Hoyer

Despite being similarly affected, some Penang F&B outlets have opted to stay open by stocking up on water prior to the disruption, catering to residents unable to dine at home due to the four-day water cut. — File picture by Miera Zulyana

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Penang water cuts: Restaurants stock up, car washes close as major pipeline works near completion

North Korea’s Kim Jong Un unveils 5,000-tonne warship, warns US with pledge of strategic deterrence

World / 18 h ago

North Korea’s Kim Jong Un unveils 5,000-tonne warship, warns US with pledge of strategic deterrence

Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming signs a plaque at the upgraded Teluk Intan Glutton Square Baru Food Court on April 26, 2025. — Picture from Facebook/Nga Kor Ming 倪可敏

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Teluk Intan to get RM5.46m in infrastructure upgrades, including RM1m ‘Glutton Square’ food court facelift

Setiawangsa MP Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad lost in the April 19, 2025 PKR division election to Datuk Afdlin Shauki by 68 votes. — Picture by Saiyuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Nik Nazmi confirms protest over Setiawangsa loss, PKR leadership to announce verdict soon

World Bank Group President Ajay Banga speaks during an interview with AFP at the IMF/World Bank Group Spring Meetings at the IMF headquarters in Washington, DC, on April 25, 2025. — AFP pic

Money / 15 h ago

World Bank president urges developing nations to fast-track US trade negotiations amid Trump’s tariff uncertainty

US President Donald Trump delivers remarks on tariffs in the Rose Garden at the White House in Washington, D.C. April 2, 2025. — Reuters pic

Money / 5 h ago

Trump tariff promises face reality check as global leaders seek clarity on trade deals

Guess who’s back? Mama Lek is now bringing their excellent Thai beef noodles to Wisma Cosway. — Picture by Ethan Lau

Eat-drink / 3 h ago

From Isan to KL: Mama Lek is back, bringing their excellent Thai beef noodles from Setapak to Wisma Cosway

The bodies found were sent to the Serdang Hospital Forensic Department. ― File picture by Hari Anggara

Malaysia / 3 h ago

Foul odour in Semenyih home leads to discovery of woman, nephew dead from suffocation

Container cranes are pictured at the Port of Singapore June 10, 2018. The United States is not prepared to lower its 10 per cent tariff on imports from Singapore, but both countries have agreed to explore ways to deepen their economic ties. — Reuters pic

Singapore / 16 h ago

US not ready to lower 10pc tariff on Singapore imports but both sides to continue talks, says DPM Gan

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So, what does the pope do? A guide to what being the head of the world’s smallest state entails

People participate in a pilgrimage to landmarks for Pope Francis in Buenos Aires, Argentina on April 26, 2025, after a mass to bid him farewell. — AFP pic

VATICAN CITY, April 27 — With Pope Francis laid to rest, the world’s cardinals will soon gather in Rome to elect a successor. So what exactly does a pope do?Here is a rundown of the main responsibilities of the pontiff, the head of the worldwide Catholic Church. Catholic leader The word...

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This handout picture released by the Palestinian Authority's Press Office (PPO) shows President Mahmud Abbas (centre) leading prayers next to Palestine Liberation Organisation (PLO) Secretary General Hussein al-Sheikh (3rd left) during a meeting of the organisation's Executive Committee in Ramallah April 26, 2025. — PPO/AFP pic

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Abbas appoints aide Hussein al-Sheikh as Palestine Liberation Organisation’s first ever veep, paving way for succession

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange (left) speaks with a member of the military forces in Via della Conciliazione by St Peter's Square in The Vatican on April 26, 2025 during late Pope Francis' funeral ceremony. — AFP pic

World / 2 h ago

Julian Assange, freed after plea bargain, joins crowds at Pope Francis’ farewell alongside world leaders

In this handout photograph taken and released by the Ukrainian Presidential Press Service in Kyiv on April 26, 2025, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky (right) meets with US President Donald Trump (left) on the sidelines of Pope Francis's funeral at St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican. — Ukrainian Presidential Press Service handout/AFP pic

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Trump questions Putin’s intentions after Zelensky meeting at Pope Francis’ funeral in Rome

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An aerial image shows Catholic believers holding candles during Pope Francis? requiem mass at the Esplanade of Tasitolu in Dili, East Timor, where he held a Mass in September last year, on April 26, 2025, as his funeral takes place in Vatican. The funeral for Pope Francis was held yesterday after the 88-year-old reformer died of a stroke on April 21, the Vatican announced. — AFP pic

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Pope Francis laid to rest as 400,000 mourners honour his legacy ‘with open heart’

This photograph shows a road sign indicating the entrance of La Grand-Combe, southern France, on April 25, 2025, after a Muslim worshipper was stabbed to death at the local mosque. — AFP pic

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French police hunt suspect in fatal mosque attack as worshipper stabbed 50 times; PM denounces ‘Islamophobic atrocity’

Thick, black smoke rises as rescuers arrive near the source of an explosion at the Shahid Rajaee port dock south-west of Bandar Abbas in the Iranian province of Hormozgan on April 26, 2025. Several containers exploded on April 26 at Iran's largest commercial port, authorities said, causing a major blast and fire, and leaving hundreds injured. — IrnaAFP pic

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Fire rages after southern Iran’s largest port rocked by deadly blast, leaving 14 dead, 750 injured; blaze linked to chemical storage depot

Cardinals walk near the Vatican in the streets of Rome on April 25, 2025. The Vatican on April 25, 2025, said over 128,000 people have already paid their respects to Pope Francis, whose body is lying in state in St Peter's Basilica ahead of his funeral. — AFP pic

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Hope, apprehension, and politics: Cardinals gather while Catholic Church prepares for conclave to choose new pope

A man walks past All Saints' Church with portraits of the late Pope Francis placed at the entrance, in Colombo April 26, 2025. — AFP pic

15 h ago

AI-generated fakes and conspiracy theories fuel misinformation campaigns Pope Francis opposed, following his death

Protesting university students gather to organize a march one month after the arrest of Istanbul Metropolitan Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, in Istanbul April 19, 2025. — Reuters pic

16 h ago

Turkish authorities detain 47 Istanbul officials in widening crackdown on opposition amid accusations of politicised judiciary

Russian President Vladimir Putin listens to a report of Chief of the General Staff of Russian Armed Forces Valery Gerasimov via video link at the Novo-Ogaryovo state residence outside Moscow April 26, 2025. — Sputnik/Alexander Kazakov/Pool/Reuters pic

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Putin declares Kursk ‘fully liberated’ from Ukraine, highlights North Korea’s role in operation

In this handout photograph taken and posted on the official Telegram channel of Ukraine's Head of the Office of the President Andriy Yermak on April 26, 2025, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky (right) meets with US President Donald Trump (left) on the sidelines of Pope Francis's funeral at St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican. — Official Telegram channel of the Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak handout/AFP pic

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Trump and Zelenskiy hold ‘productive’ Vatican meeting to discuss Ukraine conflict, plan second talks later

This image grab taken from footage released by the state television Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting News (Iribnews) on April 26, 2025 shows thick black smoke billowing following an explosion at the Shahid Rajaee port dock south-west of Bandar Abbas in the Iranian province of Hormozgan. — Iribnews/AFP pic

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Massive blast rocks Bandar Abbas port, at least 280 injured as cause under investigation

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North Korea’s Kim Jong Un unveils 5,000-tonne warship, warns US with pledge of strategic deterrence

This handout picture provided by the Iranian Foreign Ministry shows Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi (R) descending the stairs of his plane upon his arrival in Muscat on April 25, 2025. The United States and Iran are holding a fresh round of technical and high-level nuclear negotiations in Oman on April 26, after both sides reported progress in previous meetings. — Iranian Foreign Ministry handout/AFP pic

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Iran and US resume nuclear talks in Oman as Trump signals deal optimism

A pedestrian runs past a mural with the portraits of Israeli hostages held in the Gaza Strip since the October 7, last year. — AFP pic

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Hamas signals readiness for five-year truce and release of remaining hostages amid ongoing Gaza conflict

Neighbours gather near a demolished house related to the family of Ahsan Ul Haq Sheikh, who is suspected of involvement in the Pahalgam tourist attack. — AFP pic

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Pakistan ready to ‘defend sovereignty’ after India threats

A woman in a hat reading 'Canada strong, elbows up' listens as Liberal Leader Mark Carney speaks during a campaign rally in London, Ontario, April 25, 2025. — AFP pic

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Canada votes in election upended by Trump threats

Wisconsin county judge Hannah Dugan is escorted by officials after her arrest, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin April 25, 2025. — Picture via X/@FBIDirectorKash/Reuters

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FBI arrests US judge for shielding undocumented migrant, director says ‘no one is above the law’ as debate rages over judicial independence, deportations

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