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- Politics
Malaysia scraps first-grade entrance exams for 6-year-olds following public backlash
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia — The Malaysian government has scrapped a plan to require “diagnostic tests” for 6-year-olds entering primary school, citing concerns that the exams could be discriminatory and limit opportunities …
- Politics
Malaysia to ban foreigners from buying subsidized cooking oil starting March 1
KUALA LUMPUR – Malaysia will begin banning the sale of subsidized packaged cooking oil to foreigners starting March 1, as the government moves to tighten control over price-controlled goods.…
- US
US Navy sailor accused of sham marriage to Chinese national, raising espionage concerns
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Two U.S. Navy sailors have been indicted on federal charges for their roles in a marriage fraud conspiracy, allegedly accepting tens of thousands of dollars to enter sham marriages with Chinese natio…
- World
UN warns world is entering an era of 'global water bankruptcy'
The world has entered an era of "global water bankruptcy," according to a recent United Nations report that warns human-managed water systems have passed a critical tipping point.…
- Culture
Kanye West apologizes for anti-Semitic remarks, blaming outbursts on bipolar disorder
The rapper and fashion designer legally known as Ye has attributed his history of antisemitic remarks to manic episodes caused by Bipolar-1 disorder.…
- World
Israel finds final hostage, paving way for new phase of Gaza ceasefire
TEL AVIV – Israel has recovered the body of the final hostage held in the Gaza Strip, clearing a path for the next phase of a ceasefire agreement with Hamas, officials announced Monday.…
- Vietnam
Quang Ngai North-South Expressway section awaits final approval for opening ahead of Tet
QUANG NGAI – Construction of the junction connecting the Quang Ngai-Hoai Nhon and Da Nang-Quang Ngai expressways is largely complete, with officials pushing to open the route ahead of the 2026 Lunar New Year holiday.…
- Health
New brain-wave technology allows paralyzed patients to control movement without surgical implants
Researchers in Italy and Switzerland have developed a non-invasive method to help patients with spinal cord injuries regain mobility by decoding brain signals.…
- World
England and Wales water bills soar as consumers pay for crumbling infrastructure
LONDON — Households across England and Wales will see their water bills rise by an average of £33 starting in April, according to figures released by the industry lobby group Water UK.…
- Vietnam
Hanoi approves master plan to relocate more than 860,000 city residents
HANOI — The Hanoi People’s Council has approved a sweeping master plan for the capital that includes relocating more than 860,000 residents away from the city’s inner districts.…
- US
2026 Australian Open draws record crowds as tournament doubles as fashion runway
MELBOURNE – The 2026 Australian Open has evolved into a major fashion destination, drawing record-breaking crowds to Melbourne Park through a strategic blend of elite sports and luxury branding.…
- Vietnam
Vietnam Gold Prices Smash Record at 190 Million Dong Per Tael in Legendary Surge
HANOI — Domestic gold prices in Vietnam have officially surpassed the historic threshold of 190 million VND per tael, marking a significant new economic and psychological milestone.…
- Business
Fed holds interest rates steady, defying direct pressure from the Trump administration
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Reserve on Wednesday held interest rates steady following its first meeting of the year, resisting intense pressure from the White House to implement further cuts.…
- World
EU and India sign historic trade deal to hedge against US risks
EU and India Seal Landmark Trade Deal to Double Exports, Hedge Against U.S. Volatility The European Union and India have finalized a landmark trade agreement aimed at doubling EU exports to the South Asian nation by 2032…
- Business
EU opens new probe demanding Google share AI and search data with rivals
BRUSSELS – European Union regulators on Tuesday launched a formal process to ensure Google complies with the bloc’s Digital Markets Act, requiring the tech giant to provide competitors with access to its Gemini AI servic…
- Culture
2026 Oscar Nominations Spark Controversy After Several Major Films Are Snubbed
LOS ANGELES — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has officially announced the nominations for the 98th Academy Awards, honoring a slate of critically acclaimed and commercially successful films from 2025.…
- Business
Gullah Geechee community wins historic vote to block Georgia real estate development
MCINTOSH COUNTY, Ga. — Voters in McIntosh County overwhelmingly rejected a zoning change Tuesday that would have allowed for larger homes in Hogg Hummock, the last Gullah Geechee community on Georgia’s Sapelo Island.…
- Vietnam
Vietnam police arrest two suspects in major drug seizure in Tan Hung Ward
Police in Tan Hung Ward arrested two suspects on drug possession charges following a routine patrol that uncovered a "very large" quantity of narcotics.…
- World
Final Gaza hostage returns as Trump plan moves to next phase
The Israeli military has recovered the body of Sgt. Ran Gvili, a police officer killed during the Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas-led attack and subsequently taken to the Gaza Strip.…
- Tech
Trump administration taps Google AI to draft regulations, raising safety concerns
The Trump administration plans to utilize Google’s Gemini artificial intelligence to draft major federal regulations, beginning with a pilot program at the Department of Transportation (DOT).…
- US
Chicago man spared jail after beating victim into coma on city train
CHICAGO — A 45-year-old man who nearly beat a fellow passenger to death on a Chicago train will serve no jail time after pleading guilty to the attack, according to court sources.…
- US
California residents fight for insurance payouts as wildfires expose industry failures
LOS ANGELES — Homeowners who lost their properties in recent Los Angeles wildfires are facing an uphill battle to collect insurance payouts, with many accusing providers of intentional delays and lowball settlement offer…
- World
Experts warn of 'dangerous and addictive' social media algorithms targeting children
Global crisis: Social media algorithms harming "unsuspecting" children Social media platforms are fueling a global crisis by exposing children to "dangerous and addictive" algorithms, according to a statement released re…
- US
California tech millionaire arrested for allegedly killing wife during multimillion-dollar divorce
CRESTLINE, Calif. — California authorities have arrested a 66-year-old man on suspicion of murdering his estranged wife, whose body was discovered down a steep embankment in San Bernardino County last month.…
- US
US domestic travelers without REAL ID face new $45 fee starting February
Domestic airline passengers in the U.S. who lack a REAL ID or other valid identification may be required to pay a $45 fee starting Feb. 1.…