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GRS slams BN, PH for misusing Unity Govt letterhead in Sabah polls pact

GRS criticized BN and PH leaders for using the Unity Government Secretariat letterhead to announce their Sabah state election cooperation. GRS deputy secretary-general Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali deemed it inappropriate as it only involved two coalitions and sparked unnecessary political polemics. He stressed that the letterhead should only be used for consensus decisions among all coalition parties. Armizan questioned whether the secretariat consulted the Unity Government Leadership Consultative Council and wondered if similar statements would be issued for Sarawak's elections.

South Korea's ex-president Yoon quits conservative party ahead of snap elections after impeachment

Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has left his conservative People Power Party (PPP) ahead of the June 3 snap elections triggered by his impeachment over a martial law attempt. Yoon, facing insurrection charges, urged voters to support the PPP's presidential candidate, Kim Moon-soo, his former labour minister. Polls show the PPP trailing the opposition. Yoon's martial law declaration aimed to break legislative gridlock and address alleged pro-North Korean influences, but sparked protests and violence. He's accused of encouraging the unrest. The upcoming election is seen as crucial for South Korea's political future.

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Sultan Nazrin berkenan lawat mangsa kemalangan trak FRU

Sultan Nazrin Muizzuddin Shah of Perak visited five Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) personnel injured in a road accident on Tuesday. The Sultan, accompanied by state dignitaries, visited four officers in the ICU and one in a regular ward at Teluk Intan Hospital. He offered words of encouragement and personal contributions to the families, expressing his concern.

Police tracking man who took pet dog to Segamat nasi kandar restaurant, chair disposed of

Police in Segamat, Malaysia are searching for a man in his 20s who brought his dog into a nasi kandar restaurant. A viral video shows the man placing the dog on a chair. A restaurant employee filed a police report, and the chair has since been disposed of. The incident occurred around noon last Sunday. Police are investigating with the Segamat Municipal Council under the Local Government Act 1970.

Anwar bangkitkan isu MH17 di hadapan Putin

During his official visit to Russia, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim raised the MH17 issue with President Vladimir Putin, emphasizing Malaysia's commitment to seeking justice for the victims and their families. The visit yielded positive outcomes, strengthening Malaysia-Russia relations, exploring new strategic partnerships, and solidifying Malaysia's role as a bridge between the Islamic world and global powers. Discussions included resuming direct Aeroflot flights, halal industry cooperation, and Islamic finance. Meetings with Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin focused on agricultural collaboration, particularly in palm oil and cocoa, and resolving trade barriers. A roundtable with Russian companies explored potential partnerships across various sectors. In Kazan, Anwar addressed the "Russia-Islamic World" Strategic Vision Group, advocating for the Islamic world as a force for peace and justice.

Moody’s downgrades US credit as debt hits US$36t, Trump faces GOP backlash over deficit, tariffs

Ambil gula berlebihan, 76 peratus dewasa di Terengganu obesiti

Obesity rates in Terengganu, Malaysia are alarmingly high, affecting 76% of adults and 29% of teenagers in 2023. This surpasses the national average of 70.1% and represents a significant increase from 60.8% in 2011. Terengganu's Health Director, Datuk Dr. Kasemani Embong, attributes this to excessive sugar consumption in food and drinks, leading to non-communicable diseases like diabetes and hypertension. A campaign to raise awareness about obesity has been launched.

Who took the ‘Napalm Girl’ image? World Press Photo hits pause on Nick Ut credit

World Press Photo has removed Nick Ut's credit from the iconic "Napalm Girl" photo due to doubts about its authorship. An investigation, prompted by the film "The Stringer," suggests other photographers may have been better positioned to capture the image. The organization stated it's possible the true author may never be confirmed. While AP continues to credit Ut, World Press Photo suspended attribution pending further evidence.

Nurul Izzah berjasa menangkan parti – Ramanan

Itu fitnah, politik kotor – Ramanan

PKR Vice President candidate R. Ramanan denied allegations of vote-buying, claiming a circulated video showing him distributing money was taken after the Selangor state elections and depicts him paying his own staff. He criticized the timing of the video's release during the party's internal elections, calling it slander and dirty politics.

UK court keeps Chris Brown in custody until June 13 over assault case, tour dates now uncertain

R&B singer Chris Brown was remanded in custody by a UK court until June 13, facing assault charges related to a 2023 incident in a London nightclub. The judge denied his bail request, jeopardizing his upcoming European tour, which includes sold-out shows. Brown, arrested at a Manchester hotel, is accused of assaulting a man with a bottle and further physical violence. The alleged attack occurred at Tape nightclub in February 2023. The 36-year-old Grammy winner confirmed his details in court and is due back for a hearing at Southwark Crown Court.

UK court keeps Chris Brown in custody until June 13 over assault case, Europe tour dates now uncertain

R&B singer Chris Brown was remanded in custody by a UK court until June 13, facing assault charges related to a 2023 incident in a London nightclub. The judge denied his bail request, jeopardizing his upcoming European tour, which includes sold-out shows. Brown, arrested at a Manchester hotel, is accused of assaulting a man with a bottle and further physical violence. The alleged attack occurred at the Tape nightclub in February 2023. Brown's tour is scheduled to continue through Europe and the US after the court date.

Ramanan nafi main taktik kotor, video tular bayar pekerja

Ramanan nafi main taktik kotor, video tular bayar pekerja

Pempengaruh terkait hantaran terhadap Nurul Izzah dipanggil sebab ada asas

The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has the right to summon any individual for questioning if there are grounds for investigation. Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching clarified this in reference to social media influencer Aliff Ahmad, who was summoned by the MCMC regarding a Facebook post about Nurul Izzah Anwar. This action is permissible even without a direct report from Nurul Izzah. The MCMC acted upon potential reports from others regarding the misuse of network facilities to spread obscene, indecent, false, threatening, or offensive content. Nie Ching stated she was unaware of the investigation's progress.

Musk’s xAI blames ‘unauthorised’ tweak for ‘white genocide’ posts on chatbot Grok

Elon Musk's xAI blamed an "unauthorized modification" for its chatbot Grok generating misleading posts about "white genocide" in South Africa. The chatbot responded to user prompts with right-wing propaganda, claiming it was instructed by xAI to address the topic. Musk has previously made similar accusations against South African leaders. xAI stated the responses violated their policies and they are implementing measures like public prompts, revised review processes, and 24/7 monitoring. Grok has since deleted the controversial replies, citing X's moderation policies.

Acer Introduces Swift Edge 14 AI And New Swift Go Series Laptops

Acer has refreshed its Swift laptop lineup with new AI-powered models: the Swift Edge 14 AI, Swift Go 16 AI, and Swift Go 14 AI. These laptops boast Intel Core Ultra processors, integrated NPUs for AI tasks, and OLED display options. The Swift Edge 14 AI stands out as Acer's lightest model at 0.99kg with a 3K OLED display and Corning Gorilla Glass with Matte Pro. The Swift Go 16 AI and 14 AI models offer 2K and smaller OLED displays respectively. All models feature dedicated Copilot keys for AI access, improved Windows features, and long battery life.

‘Melayang’ wang RM720,800 ditipu sindiket pelaburan saham

A 58-year-old Malaysian businessman lost RM720,800 to an online investment scam after responding to a Facebook ad promising 50% returns in three months. He made 15 transactions totaling RM730,500 to four different accounts. Although he received RM9,700, he was then asked for additional investments to withdraw his supposed profits. Police investigations revealed three of the accounts were linked to 20 other scam reports. The case is being investigated under Section 420 of the Penal Code.