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In Malaysia, expressing support for Hamas has long been a means to secure political power – but that’s starting to change

Since Hamas launched its unprecedented October 7 attack on Israel, international links to the militant group have been placed under scrutiny. Some nations have tried to lessen or hide their previous relationships, or have acted to leverage their links to assist with diplomacy. Malaysia’s prime minister, Anwar Ibrahim, on the…

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PM says six months of rain fell in five days as floods wreak havoc in Malaysia

Heavy monsoon rain has displaced over 150,000 in Malaysia and killed dozens across Southeast Asia

The Independent UK

Malaysia, Thailand brace for more rains after floods kill more than 30

With tens of thousands already displaced, both countries set up shelters in anticipation of further downpours.

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Floods wreak havoc in Malaysia, southern Thailand with over 30 killed, tens of thousands displaced

Severe floods caused by monsoon rains have killed more than 30 people and displaced tens of thousands in Malaysia and southern Thailand, with both countries preparing shelters and evacuation plans in anticipation of more heavy rain

The Independent UK

Najib Says Bribery, Power Abuse Charges 'Politically Motivated'

Malaysia's jailed ex-leader Najib Razak began his defence Monday against graft charges tied to more than $500 million in alleged bribes and several counts of money laundering, saying they were "politically motivated".

International Business Times

At least 13 people dead as Thailand and Malaysia face worst floods in decades

Hundreds of thousands of people displaced due to floods in Southeast Asia

The Independent UK

Malaysia's Jailed Ex-PM Najib To Argue Appeal For House Arrest

Malaysia's jailed ex-leader Najib Razak will begin his defence this week against graft charges tied to more than $500 million in alleged bribes, and argue to serve the rest of his sentence under house arrest.

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3 dead, over 80,000 displaced as Malaysia prepares for worst floods in a decade

Malaysia prepared for its worst floods in a decade after heavier-than-expected monsoon rains caused severe flooding that killed three people and displaced more than 80,000

The Independent UK

Malaysian billionaire tycoon Ananda Krishnan dies at age 86

Ananda Krishnan, one of Malaysia’s richest tycoons with a vast business empire including telecommunications, media, petroleum and real estate, has died

The Independent UK

Malaysian court drops one of the graft cases against jailed former premier Najib Razak

A Malaysian court dropped charges against jailed former Prime Minister Najib Razak over criminal breach of trust linked to the multibillion-dollar looting of a state fund

The Independent UK

Ian Murray to spend St Andrew's Day in Singapore in foreign trade trip

SCOTTISH Secretary Ian Murray has set off on a lengthy jaunt to south east Asia to launch “Brand Scotland”.

The National (Scotland)

Malaysia Ordered To Return 172 Swatch Watches Seized Over Gay Pride Designs

The Kuala Lumpur High Court ruled that the rainbow-themed timepieces were illegally confiscated from mall stores last year.

International Business Times

Swatch Wins Lawsuit Over Seized LGBT-Themed Watches In Malaysia

Swiss watchmaker Swatch prevails in legal dispute with Malaysia over confiscated watches with alleged LGBT elements.

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Swatch wins Malaysian suit over watches the government said had LGBTQ+ elements

Swiss watchmaker Swatch has won a suit against the Malaysian government after a court ordered the return of 172 Swatch watches seized last year due to designs that authorities said bore LGBT elements

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Malaysian court orders return of Swatch watches seized over LGBTQ designs

Home Minister says government will await court’s full judgement before deciding on next move.

Evening Standard

Queen congratulates teenage winners of Commonwealth essay competition

The awards ceremony was hosted at Buckingham Palace.

Autosport

Bagnaia knew his title chances were slim after Malaysia blunder

Francesco Bagnaia says he was aware it was going to be a tough task to win the 2024 MotoGP title after he crashed out of the sprint race for the Malaysian Grand Prix.

The Independent UK

Malaysia protests new Philippine maritime laws that it says infringe on its territory

Malaysia has protested new maritime laws in the Philippines that it says encroach on its territory

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“I wound up on the bill with them in Malaysia, where I got escorted offstage by police with automatic weapons”: Despite the drama, Joe Satriani still loves Jethro Tull

Guitar maestro professes his love for Ian Anderson’s genius, along with early Yes, ELP and King Crimson

The Conversation

35 years after The Satanic Verses controversy, newly unearthed letters reveal some uncomfortable truths

Former Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad is famous for his forthright statements to other world leaders. In March 1989, Mahathir wrote a letter to then UK Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher that was blunt even by his standards. Unlike a lot of his angry letters, this one wasn’t published.

International Business Times

Airlines Around Asia Ground Bali Flights After Volcano Erupts

Airlines in Australia, Hong Kong, India, Malaysia and Singapore cancelled flights to and from the Indonesian resort island of Bali on Wednesday, after a nearby volcano catapulted an ash tower miles into the sky.

Marie Claire

Princess Margaret's Long-Lost Tiara Turns Up At Malaysian Royal Wedding After Vanishing 60 Years Ago

Royal expert Saad Salman tells 'Marie Claire' how he solved this royal mystery.

Motorsport

Espargaro "burned his hands" as Aprilia heat issues strike again

Aprilia rider Aleix Espargaro says he "burned his hands" during a hot MotoGP race in Malaysia where he struggled to 13th place.

The Conversation

I spoke to 100 Japanese seniors, and learnt the secret to a good retirement is a good working life

What makes a good retirement? I’ve been researching the lives of “silver backpackers”: Japanese seniors who embark on a later-life journey of self-discovery.

The Independent UK

MH370 search to restart based on ‘credible’ proposal, says Malaysia

Ten years on, Malaysia eyes fresh search off Western Australia, driven by updated Ocean Infinity proposal

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