Nation

Pamela Ling abduction: Cops record statements from 25 individuals so far

KUALA LUMPUR: The police have recorded the statements of twenty-five individuals in connection with the alleged abduction of Datin Seri Pamela Ling Yueh.

Philippines

The Philippines supports Malaysia's call for Asean unity in US tariff talks

The Philippines and Malaysia continue to deepen their longstanding relations through shared priorities and active collaboration, both bilaterally as well as within Asean.

Rugby

Rugby-Chiefs move clear at Super Rugby summit with comeback win over Crusaders

(Reuters) - Waikato Chiefs secured a 35-19 win over the Canterbury Crusaders on Saturday to open up a two-point lead at the top of the Super Rugby Pacific standings as they overturned a 16-point deficit to secure victory in Christchurch on Saturday.

Living

Malaysian teen with Down syndrome aims to run 84km to raise RM50,000 for charity

Alexander Wilhelm wants to prove that people with a disability can contribute back to society.

Wellness

Thanks to brain-damaged patients, scientists make a brain discovery

The researchers have managed to pinpoint the area of the brain responsible for dealing with new problems.

Cycling

Motorcycling-Harley-Davidson to launch racing series with MotoGP in 2026

(Reuters) -Motorcycle maker Harley-Davidson and MotoGP announced a new global racing series on Saturday which will launch in 2026, with teams riding bagger motorcycles at Grands Prix in Europe and North America.

World

Russia and Ukraine blame each other as fighting continues despite Moscow's truce

MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russia said on Saturday that fighting had been taking place in four regions of Ukraine despite this week's unilateral ceasefire by Moscow, saying its troops had been forced to respond to Ukrainian attacks.

Nation

S'gor MB Amirudin defends PKR veep post, says in line with strengthening party

KUALA LUMPUR: Selangor Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari has confirmed his intention to defend his vice-president's post in the upcoming PKR party election for 2025-2028.

World

Pope Leo tells cardinals they must continue 'precious legacy' of Pope Francis

VATICAN CITY (Reuters) -Pope Leo XIV signaled on Saturday he would continue with the vision and reforms of Pope Francis, telling the world's Catholic cardinals the late pontiff left a "precious legacy" that they must continue.

China

US and Chinese officials start Geneva talks on easing trade war

Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng began talks with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent early on Saturday in Geneva in a tentative first step towards defusing a trade war that is disrupting the global economy.

Vietnam

Vietnamese PM orders stockpiling plans for key agricultural products amid global trade volatility

Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has directed relevant ministries to develop plans for temporary stockpiling of key agricultural products during peak harvest seasons.

Nation

Penang makes final preparations to receive 10,000 visitors on Wesak Day

GEORGE TOWN: The final preparations for Wesak Day celebration on Monday are underway in Penang, with more than 10,000 Buddhists and visitors expected to attend the festival in the state.

Football

Manchester United legend visits Malaysia ahead of Asean All-Stars match

PETALING JAYA: Manchester United fans in Malaysia will have the chance to meet a club legend before the Red Devils' full squad travels to Kuala Lumpur for the Asean All-Stars match at the National Stadium in Bukit Jalil.

Cambodia

Cambodian Senate president Hun Sen urges global action against online fraud

Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen has voiced deep concern over the global rise of online fraud, warning that it poses a greater challenge than the fight against illicit drugs.

Laos

Laos sets sights on becoming Asia’s gold trading powerhouse

Laos has set a big goal: to become the main centre for buying, selling, and processing gold in Asia within the next five years.

Nation

Women bear the brunt of caregiving, say advocates at forum

PETALING JAYA: Women, especially those in the informal sector, continue to bear a disproportionate burden of caregiving, often at the expense of their careers, say women's rights advocates.

World

Wounded Ukrainian soldiers ask: What ceasefire?

ZAPORIZHZHIA REGION, Ukraine (Reuters) - Russian President Vladimir Putin has declared a three-day pause in fighting against Ukraine, but for bloodied Ukrainian soldiers limping into a field hospital, their wounds testified that the ceasefire was not being respected.

Nation

Southwest monsoon alert: Avoid open burning, use water prudently, says Zahid

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysians are reminded not to carry out open burning and to use water wisely following the southwest monsoon, which is expected to begin on Saturday (May 10) until September.

Fashion

More than just looks: Overly tight sports bras may be bad for your back

According to a study, slight movement of the chest can act as a natural shock absorber for the spine. This discovery calls into question current standards in sports underwear design.

Nation

Sharp rise in drug use among local youth, says AADK chief

JERTIH: Youths remain the largest group involved in drug abuse in Malaysia, according to the country's National Anti-Drugs Agency (AADK).