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Air raid sirens sound in Bahrain, following US strikes on targets in Iran

Air raid sirens sound in Bahrain, following US strikes on targets in Iran

US officials reportedly said Iran's military launched drones toward Bahrain.
Racism row erupts after Paraguayan senator calls Mbappe 'ugly, colonised Cameroonian'

Racism row erupts after Paraguayan senator calls Mbappe 'ugly, colonised Cameroonian'

Paraguayan govt distances itself from the senator's remarks.
No Trump pardon for Jho Low as US Independence Day fete ends

No Trump pardon for Jho Low as US Independence Day fete ends

11 people have been pardoned, but 1MDB fugitive not one of them.
Palestinian goalkeeper awaiting first child killed by Israeli forces

Palestinian goalkeeper awaiting first child killed by Israeli forces

Family, sports community mourn his untimely death.
Venezuela earthquakes leave 188 dead, 1,520 injured

Venezuela earthquakes leave 188 dead, 1,520 injured

Country also recorded 138 aftershocks yesterday, its national assembly president says.
Southeast Asia boost defense ties but avoids firm alliances

Southeast Asia boost defense ties but avoids firm alliances

New and subtle security network takes shape across region.
How Big Tech is changing journalism

How Big Tech is changing journalism

Tech giants' influence goes beyond media, even putting govts' under pressure.
Israel sought to sabotage Switzerland talks, Iran says

Israel sought to sabotage Switzerland talks, Iran says

Iran calls for full restoration of Lebanon's sovereignty.
Lebanon: Is US-Iran peace deal a 'victory' for Hezbollah?

Lebanon: Is US-Iran peace deal a 'victory' for Hezbollah?

Analysts question if advantage shifted to Iran-backed militia after fighting paused.
UN members warn Gaza crisis deepens despite ceasefire; US blames Hamas

UN members warn Gaza crisis deepens despite ceasefire; US blames Hamas

States debate over Gaza aid access as humanitarian crisis worsens.
COMMENT | Is Netanyahu losing influence in the US?

COMMENT | Is Netanyahu losing influence in the US?

While region remains volatile, Israel can no longer expect unconditional support from Washington.
US-Iran: Reported peace deal sparks both relief and anger

US-Iran: Reported peace deal sparks both relief and anger

Israeli PM has no choice but to play along, for now.
Iran war: Will the global energy crisis end soon?

Iran war: Will the global energy crisis end soon?

Deal, once signed, will open Strait of Hormuz.
Strait of Hormuz reopening won't restore normal prewar shipping any time soon

Strait of Hormuz reopening won't restore normal prewar shipping any time soon

Naval mines, high insurance costs and geopolitical risks mean disruption could persist for months.

Malaysia, Indonesia advance border talks ahead of annual leaders' consultation

Malaysia, Indonesia advance border talks ahead of annual leaders' consultation

Both sides report progress on land and maritime disputes during JCBC meeting.
Thailand's Thaksin granted full pardon, to be released

Thailand's Thaksin granted full pardon, to be released

Former premier to shed ankle monitor after royal decree takes effect.
US or Iran: Who will win the Hormuz endurance game?

US or Iran: Who will win the Hormuz endurance game?

Both believe they have time on their side.
US: Suspect dies after gunfire near White House

US: Suspect dies after gunfire near White House

White House under lockdown following multiple shots fired.
Finland's calm Parliament where MPs blow off steam at the sauna, unlike in M'sia

Finland's calm Parliament where MPs blow off steam at the sauna, unlike in M'sia

The Eduskunta offers open access, calm debates, sauna for MPs and media.
SNAPSHOT | Israel releases Gaza flotilla activists, including 29 M'sians, Turkiye sponsors flights

SNAPSHOT | Israel releases Gaza flotilla activists, including 29 M'sians, Turkiye sponsors flights

What's going on in the news today, with updates at 9am, 2pm, 6pm, and 9pm.
Israel-Lebanon ceasefire extended 45 days following US-mediated talks

Israel-Lebanon ceasefire extended 45 days following US-mediated talks

Further political and security negotiations planned in the coming weeks.
Drowned by single vote in 'Vijay wave', ex-Tamil Nadu minister turns to court

Drowned by single vote in 'Vijay wave', ex-Tamil Nadu minister turns to court

However, Madras High Court reserves its order today following Election Commission of India's argument.
Vijay becomes Tamil Nadu's new chief minister

Vijay becomes Tamil Nadu's new chief minister

The film star-turned-politician promises transparent govt, better law and order.
LETTER | 'Talapathy' wave in Tamil Nadu sweeps worldwide

LETTER | 'Talapathy' wave in Tamil Nadu sweeps worldwide

Tomorrow's political history is anchored in the will of the common citizens.