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Witness testifies Najib received 1MDB funds but unsure if Jho Low led scheme
Angela Barkhouse testified unable to confirm Jho Low's top role but confirmed Najib Razak received 1MDB funds in a civil suit hearing.
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ASEAN targets becoming world’s fourth-largest economy by 2030 with boost to intra-trade
ASEAN is aiming to become the world’s fourth-largest economy by 2030 by increasing trade within member states, officials said.
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Malaysia’s MITI to strengthen electrical and electronics sector for global tech supply role
Malaysia’s Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry plans continued support for the electrical and electronics sector to maintain its key global supply chain role.
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Malaysia deploys 606 emergency pumps nationwide to combat El Niño drought risks
Malaysia’s Department of Irrigation and Drainage has deployed 606 portable emergency pumps nationwide to manage water supply and firefighting amid El Niño conditions.
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TSMC Reports 45% Sales Rise in July Fueled by Strong AI Hardware Demand
TSMC posted a 45% year-on-year revenue increase in July and raised its 2026 capital spending forecast amid robust AI chip demand.
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Court of Appeal Upholds RM169.2 Million Asset Freeze Against Ricky Wong and Associates
The Court of Appeal upheld an order freezing RM169.2 million in assets of Datuk Ricky Wong, his mother, and their company in a Securities Commission Malaysia case.
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JPMorgan raises S&P 500 year-end target to 8,000 on strong AI-driven earnings
JPMorgan raised its 2026 year-end S&P 500 target to 8,000 citing robust earnings and AI investment growth.
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Sabah to test direct-to-device satellite internet under JENDELA Phase II
Malaysia's Communications Minister announced tests of satellite internet technology in Sabah as part of JENDELA Phase II covering over 300 locations nationwide.
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Malaysia rehabilitates 1,647 abandoned housing projects worth RM153 billion
The Malaysian government has resolved 1,647 abandoned housing projects worth RM153 billion, helping nearly 200,000 homebuyers.
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High Court upholds acquittal of blogger Jufazli Shi Ahmad over YouTube posts against Ismail Sabri and UMNO
The High Court dismissed the prosecution's appeal and upheld blogger Jufazli Shi Ahmad's acquittal on charges related to offensive YouTube posts and non-compliance with police requests.
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85% of Malaysian Affluent Investors Use AI, Prefer Hybrid Human-AI Decision-Making
A survey finds 85% of Malaysia's wealthy investors use AI for finance but 58% prefer combining AI tools with human advice.
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Malaysia Allocates RM12-12.3 Million for Penang STEM Pilot Project to Train 100,000 Students by 2030
The Malaysian Economy Ministry launched a RM12-12.3 million STEM Talent Pilot Project in Penang aiming to train 100,000 students by 2030.
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Malaysia's July 2026 Palm Oil Stockpiles Increase 3.32% to 2.63 Million Tonnes
Malaysia's palm oil stockpiles rose 3.32% to 2.63 million tonnes in July 2026 amid higher production and exports.
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Atletico Madrid sign Tottenham captain Cristian Romero for €40 million
Atletico Madrid have agreed a €40 million deal to sign Tottenham captain Cristian Romero, who leaves after five seasons with the club.
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J Arul Kumar appointed Negeri Sembilan DAP chairman, replacing Anthony Loke
Nilai assemblyman J Arul Kumar was appointed Negeri Sembilan DAP chairman on August 10, succeeding Anthony Loke after 22 years.
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Trump administration asks Supreme Court to allow White House ballroom construction to continue
The Trump administration petitioned the US Supreme Court on August 14 to allow ongoing White House ballroom construction despite a federal court injunction.
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Italian Police Recover Stolen Paintings by Cezanne, Renoir, and Matisse Near Parma
Italian police found three stolen paintings by Cezanne, Renoir, and Matisse from a museum near Parma following a March 2026 burglary.
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16 Bangladeshi Workers Killed in Riyadh Sofa Factory Fire
At least 16 Bangladeshi nationals died in a fire at a sofa factory in Riyadh on August 9, 2026.
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Shein valued at $22-$25 billion ahead of IPO, below prior funding rounds
Bloomberg Intelligence estimates Shein's IPO valuation at $22 billion to $25 billion, down from $66 billion in 2023 funding and $100 billion peak in 2022.
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Woman doused with petrol and set on fire in Kepong; police hunt suspect
A 62-year-old woman was allegedly set on fire at a Kepong number forecast outlet on August 9; police are investigating and seeking suspect information.
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South Korean President Lee Jae Myung's approval rating hits record low at 43.3%
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung's approval rating fell to 43.3%, the lowest since taking office, amid controversies over tax reforms and legal changes.
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Malaysian pairs Tee Kai Wun-Yap Roy King and Soh Wooi Yik-Man Wei Chong finish one-two at 2026 Korea Masters
Tee Kai Wun and Yap Roy King won the men's doubles title at the 2026 Korea Masters, with Soh Wooi Yik and Man Wei Chong as runners-up.
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Taylor Farms recalls jalapeño-containing foods over salmonella risk from Mexican supplier
Taylor Farms announced a voluntary recall of prepared foods with jalapeños linked to a salmonella outbreak affecting 27 US states.
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Rybakina, Gauff, and Osaka reach Canadian Open semifinals in Toronto
Elena Rybakina, Coco Gauff, and Naomi Osaka advanced to the Canadian Open semifinals after quarter-final wins and a withdrawal.