Top Stories
Same event, multiple sources, transparently cited.
-
Shohei Ohtani hits two homers as Dodgers beat Rockies 11-5; pitches recovery update
Shohei Ohtani hit two home runs and drove in three RBIs as the Dodgers defeated the Rockies 11-5 on August 17, 2026.
-
MIC to Defend Gadek Seat in Melaka Polls as PH Considers Talks with BN
MIC will defend the Gadek seat in the Melaka state election while Pakatan Harapan leaves door open for talks with Barisan Nasional on seat allocations.
-
Malaysia to study hybrid GST-SST system for a more progressive tax approach
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said Malaysia is open to studying a GST-SST hybrid tax system while keeping SST as the main framework.
-
Vessel hit by unknown projectile in Strait of Hormuz causes crew casualty
A vessel struck by an unknown projectile in the Strait of Hormuz on August 18 damaged its engine room and caused a crew casualty.
-
Malaysia to Announce 2026 SPM Exam Schedule on August 18 Evening
Malaysia's Education Ministry will announce the 2026 SPM exam schedule on August 18 after ministerial approval, addressing scheduling concerns.
-
5.2 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Bali Sea in Indonesia Early Tuesday
A 5.2 magnitude earthquake hit the Bali Sea near Indonesia at 2:10 a.m. on August 18, 2026, with no tsunami threat to Malaysia.
-
Malaysia reviews RM1,700 monthly minimum wage with possible increase
The Malaysian government is reviewing the RM1,700 monthly minimum wage, with a decision pending from the National Wages Consultative Council.
-
Luigi Mangione's New York state murder trial postponed after federal guilty plea
Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty to federal stalking charges tied to CEO Brian Thompson’s death, delaying his New York state murder trial.
-
President Trump honors California teen lifeguard and rescued boy at White House
President Donald Trump met 16-year-old lifeguard Ryder Williams and 10-year-old Nathaniel Rai to honor their dramatic rescue at the White House on August 17, 2026.
-
Van Dijk says Liverpool's new defence needs time to gel ahead of Premier League opener
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk said the club's revamped defence will take time to form a strong connection after recent signings and injuries.
-
ByteDance signs agreement with MPA to protect copyright in AI models
ByteDance and the Motion Picture Association signed an agreement to strengthen copyright protections for AI-generated content on August 17-18, 2026.
-
PAP and Workers' Party Clash Over Economic Proposals in Singapore Parliament
Former Senior Minister Lee Yi Shyan criticized the Workers' Party's economic plan, sparking rebuttals from WP MPs and support from PAP ministers.
-
AI-powered automation, cybersecurity, and trading dominate today's top GitHub trends
Today's trending repos highlight growth in AI video creation, AI-driven security tools, trading engines, and job search automation.
-
Zambia’s President Hakainde Hichilema Wins Second Term with About 60% Vote
Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema was re-elected on August 13 with roughly 60% of the vote amid allegations of irregularities and violence.
-
Eric Swalwell Admits to Physical Relations with Suspected Chinese Spy Christine Fang
Former Congressman Eric Swalwell admitted to the FBI having multiple physical encounters with suspected Chinese spy Christine Fang.
-
Singapore private home sales triple in July 2026 as developers restart launches
Developers sold 731 new private homes in Singapore in July 2026, up from 156 units in June, after resuming project launches.
-
Malaysia to Present Comprehensive Plan to Strengthen Security at Entry Points
Malaysia’s Home and Transport Ministers will present a joint security enhancement plan to the Cabinet on August 19, 2026.
-
BHP Group reports record USD 13.2 billion profit led by copper, highest dividend in four years
BHP Group reported a 30% rise in full-year profit to USD 13.2 billion driven by copper earnings, and declared its highest dividend in four years.
-
Malaysia unveils Budget 2027 priorities to boost economy and ease living costs
Finance Minister Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan outlined Malaysia's Budget 2027 focus on competitiveness, social protection, and cost-of-living relief today in Putrajaya.
-
Russian Opposition Leader Lev Shlosberg Sentenced to 11 Years for Anti-War Activism
Lev Shlosberg, deputy chairman of Russia’s Yabloko party, was sentenced to 11 years for opposing the war in Ukraine and ‘discrediting’ the military.
-
Two students killed in shooting at Ateneo de Zamboanga University junior high school
A Grade 7 student fatally shot one student before killing himself in a shooting at Ateneo de Zamboanga University today.
-
Google acquires $10 million Spirit Airlines data to train AI models
Google won a $10 million bankruptcy auction for Spirit Airlines’ internal business data to help develop AI products.
-
Chinese President Xi Jinping to visit US White House on September 24, skipping UN General Assembly
Chinese President Xi Jinping will meet US President Donald Trump at the White House on September 24, foregoing the UN General Assembly in New York.
-
No Evidence of Foul Play in Actress Hayden Panettiere’s Death in Greenville
Hayden Panettiere died August 16 in Greenville, South Carolina; police found no evidence of foul play after preliminary investigation.