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Malaysia centralises foreign worker quota approvals under Human Resources Ministry
Malaysia’s Cabinet assigned foreign worker quota management to the Human Resources Ministry, ending case-by-case approvals and mandating digital submissions from July 1, 2026.
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34 arrested in Kuala Lumpur raid on unlicensed World Cup betting call centre
Police arrested 34 people in a raid on an unlicensed World Cup betting call centre in Taman Wahyu, Kuala Lumpur on July 5.
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EasyJet Agrees in Principle to Castlelake's £5.2 Billion Takeover Offer
EasyJet agreed in principle to Castlelake LP's £5.2 billion takeover bid, valued at £6.90 per share in cash.
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Indranee Rajah to deliver ministerial statement on Workers’ Party leaders’ conduct July 7
Leader of the House Indranee Rajah will address Parliament on July 7 about Workers' Party leaders Sylvia Lim and Faisal Manap's conduct over Raeesah Khan’s 2021 lies.
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Singapore and China Agree to Expand Cooperation on Green Energy, AI, and Eldercare
Singapore’s Minister Chee Hong Tat called for deeper collaboration with China on sustainable energy, artificial intelligence, and ageing during a July forum.
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Australian PM Anthony Albanese apologises for inappropriate Kylie Minogue comments
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese apologised after making inappropriate remarks about Kylie Minogue on a podcast.
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South Korean won begins 24-hour trading with strong market debut
South Korea launched 24-hour trading of its won on July 6, with a $10 million dollar-won order executed at Hana Bank.
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Malaysia pushes land export route to China to aid durian farmers amid price drop
Malaysia is negotiating with China and Thailand to open a land and rail route for durian exports to reduce costs and expand markets amid falling fruit prices.
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US electricity demand to hit record highs in 2026-27 driven by AI data center growth
US electricity consumption reached 4.195 trillion kWh in 2025 and is forecast to rise to 4.399 trillion kWh by 2027 as AI data centers expand rapidly.
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Malaysian man from Sarawak arrested in Macau for heroin smuggling with prior drug convictions
A 24-year-old Malaysian man was arrested in Macau on June 20 for attempting to smuggle nearly 3 kg of heroin concealed in tuna tins.
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Over 100 detained during leftist anti-NATO protests in Turkey before summit
Turkish police detained more than 100 protesters, including Communist Party members, during anti-NATO rallies in Ankara and Istanbul on July 5, 2026.
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38.3% of active Malaysian EPF members meet basic retirement savings target as of May 2026
As of May 31, 2026, 38.3% of active Employees Provident Fund (EPF) members aged 18-60 have reached the basic retirement savings target of RM390,000.
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Sierra Leone fishermen blame Chinese trawlers for illegal fishing and lost catches
Sierra Leone fishermen report a 40% decline in fish catches due to illegal incursions by foreign, mainly Chinese, trawlers in coastal waters.
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Vietnam escalates crackdown on counterfeit luxury goods amid US pressure
Vietnam intensified enforcement against counterfeit luxury products after US named it a priority for IP violations.
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US Interior Secretary defends Patriot Front July 4 march as protected free speech
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum said the white supremacist Patriot Front’s July 4 march in Washington, D.C., is protected under the Constitution.
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Around €4 Million in Jewelry Stolen in Early Morning Burglary at France's Lalique Museum
Thieves stole about 20 pieces of jewelry worth nearly €4 million from the Lalique Museum in northeastern France on July 5, 2026.
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Ukraine Rejects Russian Ceasefire Proposal for Handover of Bodies in Kostiantynivka
Russia offered a six-hour ceasefire to hand over fallen soldiers' bodies in Kostiantynivka, but Ukraine rejected the proposal amid conflicting claims over control of the town.
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Formula One drivers race Lego cars in British GP parade lap; Hamilton escapes penalty
On July 5, 2026, Formula One drivers took part in a Lego car parade lap at the British Grand Prix at Silverstone before Lewis Hamilton avoided a penalty after the race.
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Iran and Qatar resume maritime trade after five-month suspension
Iran and Qatar restarted maritime shipping between Dayyer and Al Ruwais ports after a five-month halt following a Gulf conflict.
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Nigel Farage failed to declare gifts and benefits from convicted fraudster George Cottrell
Nigel Farage accepted undeclared gifts and benefits from convicted fraudster George Cottrell before becoming an MP, sparking calls for investigation.
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Tampines Changkat pilot catches 22,000 cicadas to curb seasonal noise nuisance
A five-month pilot in Tampines Changkat caught 22,000 cicadas using light traps and other controls to reduce noise disturbances from March to July 2026.
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Cargo Vessel Attacked by Unknown Assailants Near Yemen's Red Sea Coast
A cargo vessel came under attack by unknown armed assailants about 30 nautical miles southwest of Yemen's Al Hudaydah port on July 5, 2026.
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Malaysian police investigate 'corporate mafia' allegations linked to MACC officers
Police have been probing alleged 'corporate mafia' involvement by MACC officers since October 2025 amid claims of intimidation and extortion.
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Malaysia to expand Multi-Operator Core Network nationwide to boost internet access
Malaysia’s Communications Ministry plans nationwide expansion of Multi-Operator Core Network to improve connectivity in underserved areas, prioritizing Johor.