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A tragic accident at a popular tourist destination in Xinjiang, China, has claimed five lives and left 24 others injured after a suspension bridge cable snapped. The incident occurred on 7 August at the Xiata Scenic Area in Zhaosu...

An SBS Transit cross-border bus was left wedged under a height barrier at Johor Bahru Customs after mistakenly entering a motorcycle lane, causing a brief traffic jam. Fortunately, no injuries were reported among passengers or the bus captain.The 12-second...

Malaysia recorded a significant increase in HIV cases in 2024, with the majority of new infections affecting young adults. According to official health data, 75% of the 3,185 newly reported patients were between the ages of 20 and 39...

Malaysia is preparing to overhaul its highway toll collection method with a new barrier-free toll system that mirrors Singapore’s Electronic Road Pricing (ERP) model. The multi-lane free flow (MLFF) system aims to tackle persistent traffic congestion, especially on major...

A man believed to be the mastermind behind a high-profile robbery and housebreaking syndicate was fatally shot during a police operation in Kuala Lumpur (KL) on 6 August. The 36-year-old suspect, who had racked up 44 previous criminal offences,...

United States — United Airlines experienced a significant technical malfunction on 6 August, causing all its mainline flights to be grounded across multiple major airports in the US. The airline has warned passengers to expect widespread delays into the...

TAIWAN – A family dispute rooted in long-term financial tension ended in bloodshed when a woman in Chiayi County fatally stabbed her husband in a fit of rage. The couple, known to be under financial stress, reportedly had frequent...

WASHINGTON – Former US President Donald Trump has declared his intention to impose a sweeping 100% tariff on all imported microchips and semiconductors, a move that could send shockwaves through the global tech and electronics industries.Trump made the announcement...

JOHOR BAHRU – Three Bangladeshi nationals suspected of being involved in the propagation of extremist ideologies linked to the Islamic State (IS) terror group have been formally charged in a Johor court.The trio appeared in court earlier today (7...

Formerly known primarily as the “OnlyFans Queen” of Malaysia, Ms Puiyi has successfully reinvented herself as a rising star in the business world. She was recently honoured with the prestigious 2025 Malaysia Top 20 Outstanding Young Entrepreneurs Award, marking...