KL court orders Jho Low’s sister and associate to pay $4.7b to 1MDB
The judgment in default was granted by the court, as both did not attend the trial.
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Two climbers dead after fall on New Zealand's Aoraki Mount Cook
Authorities say they were alerted late on Monday night local time that four climbers needed help as they attempted to climb Mount Cook. Two people were rescued and airlifted by helicopters as authorities work to recover the bodies of the two remaining climbers who were found
South Korea issues alert after 6th case of swine fever
The government culled 1,423 pigs from the affected farm.
Three people killed, 16 injured in major Ukrainian drone attack on southern Russia, officials say
MOSCOW - Three people were killed and at least 16 injured in a major Ukrainian drone attack on southern Russia with residential buildings damaged in the Black Sea port of Novorossiysk and the cities of Rostov-on-Don and Krasnodar, Russian officials said.
Family giving Christmas dinners to the community
The family behind a community hub in Leigh Park, Havant, will send 150 parcels of food and gifts.
All we need is a fair chance, say business owners
Businesses call for stability ahead of the budget while families await child benefit cap decision.
'Digital violence is real violence', UN Women Europe director tells Euronews
Online impunity and incel culture are putting women at risk, according to the director of the United Nations Women for Europe. "Online violence is real violence and it's impacting women the most" as gender backlash grows.
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Youth politics could help nations confront the economic hit of ageing
AI adoption alone is insufficient to offset the economic hit of ageing populations, says a new EBRD report.
Ukraine peace talks: What's at stake for the Europeans?
Initially sidelined, Europeans want to muscle their way back to the peace negotiations between Ukraine and Russia by leveraging the key issues that can only be settled with their consent. But what are they? Analysis:
AU–EU Business Forum 2025: getting the private sector in sustainable investments and trade for shared prosperity with Africa
The 2025 edition of the Africa–Europe Business Forum (AEBF2025) convened this week in Luanda, bringing together African and European businesses, investors, and policymakers to deepen economic cooperation and advance sustainable development across both continents. Marking 25
South Korea's 'TV dad' Lee Soon-jae dies at 91
Lee became a beloved household name for his famous roles in films and on TV for nearly 70 years.
Hat Yai property market drenched: Floods force major design overhaul
The property market's downturn is expected to take three years to recover.
Metal detectors to be used at all exam centres in Johor to tighten security
Students taking the SPM, Malaysia's O-Levels equivalent, will be offered free meals.
Undersea cable risks imperil East Asia’s AI future
The vulnerabilities of East Asia’s submarine telecommunications cable system have become impossible to ignore in the AI age. Yet the responses proposed or recently adopted by Taiwan, Japan, South Korea and the United States remain inadequate. A more creative, collaborative and
Russia and Ukraine trade deadly strikes overnight
The attacks hit several residential buildings in Kyiv and killed two people, while Russia's Rostov region reported three deaths.
Hat Yai floods deal blow to Thai tourism as Malaysians expected to cancel all trips
Thailand expects Malaysian tourists to cancel all trips to southern destinations.
‘Last Week Tonight With John Oliver’ Auction Raises More Than $1.5 Million for Public Broadcasting, Including New Record for a Bob Ross Painting
There are no mistakes: Late artist Bob Ross’ happy trees are about to once again help out public broadcasting. On last week’s 2025 finale of “Last Week Tonight With John Oliver,” the host convinced the Bob Ross estate to auction another of the PBS TV stars’ paintings to support
Bolt partners with China's Pony.ai as robotaxi push accelerates in Europe
Estonian ride-hailing platform becomes latest to team with Chinese self-driving firm.
‘Fossil fuel giants finally in the crosshairs’: Cop30 avoids total failure with last-ditch deal
It took some oblique wording, but Saudi Arabia made a last-minute decision to sign deal that marks departure for Cop Dawn was breaking over the Amazonian city of Belém on Saturday morning, but in the windowless conference room it could have been day or night. They had been
Being impulsive could be linked to same genes as dozens of health conditions, new study shows
Genes linked to impulsive behaviours are also tied to mental health, obesity, and other conditions, a new study suggests.
Urban natives: Plants evolve to live in cities
While urbanization has restricted and fragmented the natural ecosystems, it also creates new and diverse environmental conditions within towns.
Five people killed and two injured after gunmen attack Yemeni official's motorcade
At least five people were killed in the attacks which targeted a high-ranking member of Yemen’s internationally recognised government. No group has claimed responsibility for the attack as officials launch an investigation to determine to bring those responsible to justice.
How we created a climate change museum to inspire hope among eco-distressed students
In 2023, a visit to a local state secondary school to discuss our project, The Museum of Climate Hope, led to an unexpected discussion. A few weeks earlier, an eminent climate scientist had presented a harrowing tale of climate apocalypse to the school's sixth form. But the
‘Comedians in Bars,’ ‘Dispatch’ Lead Avani Films’ New Non-Fiction Slate (EXCLUSIVE)
Avani Films has rolled out a new documentary slate featuring two projects nearing completion and a science series in development. The production company’s lineup includes feature documentaries “Comedians in Bars” and “Dispatch,” both in late-stage production, alongside “Rebus,”
Giant hail hits parts of Australia’s east in wild spring storm
Hail as large as 14cm was reported overnight in the city of Brisbane.
Microdramas ‘Here to Stay,’ Say WAVES Film Bazaar Panelists as Budgets, Genres and Markets Rapidly Evolve
Microdramas are moving into a new phase of global expansion, industry leaders said at the WAVES Film Bazaar, pointing to evolving genres, rising male viewership, institutional support in Europe and surging demand across India and Latin America. Moderated by Variety’s Naman
Russia strikes Ukrainian capital overnight amid renewed US efforts to end the fighting
The overnight attacks comes as Ukrainian and US officials concluded high-level talks in Geneva aimed at bringing Russia’s full-scale invasion to an end.
Australian Senate suspends far-right leader over 'disrespectful' burqa stunt
SYDNEY - Australia's Senate on Tuesday suspended far-right Senator Pauline Hanson for seven sitting days after she wore a burqa to Parliament as a political prop in her campaign to ban the Muslim garment in public, triggering condemnation from lawmakers.
Australian Senate suspends far-right leader Pauline Hanson over ‘disrespectful’ burqa stunt
The move triggered condemnation from lawmakers, with one describing it as a "hateful and shallow pageantry".
Ne-Yo, Sonu Nigam and MC Jin Launch Pacific Music Group in Hong Kong
Three-time Grammy winner Ne-Yo, Indian music legend Sonu Nigam and pioneering Chinese American rapper MC Jin have partnered with former Warner Music Asia co-president Jonathan Serbin to launch Pacific Music Group, a new entertainment company headquartered in Hong Kong focused
Trump praises Cleveland Browns QB Shedeur Sanders: 'Great Genes'
President Trump on Monday praised quarterback Shedeur Sanders of the NFL’s Cleveland Browns. “Shedeur Sanders was GREAT. Wins first game, career start, as a pro (for Cleveland). Great Genes. I TOLD YOU SO!” Trump said in a post on his Truth Social platform early Monday. Trump’s
Taiwan pleased Trump made no mention of island in readout of Xi call
Taiwan has offered subtle support to Japan amid Tokyo’s growing dispute with China.
AI quake tools forecast aftershock risk in seconds, study shows
Earthquake forecasting tools powered by AI can forecast the risk of aftershocks seconds after the initial tremor, a new study suggests. The machine learning models can forecast where, and how many, aftershocks will take place following an earthquake in close to real-time,
Folklore sheds light on ancient Indian savannas
In the earliest text written in Marathi, a language of millions in western and central India, a 13th-century religious figure named Cakradhara points to an acacia tree as a symbol of the cycle of death and reincarnation.
Dying reefs threaten Florida's future
Floridians are not used to hearing the word "extinct" applied to species that play significant roles in the state's ecological and economic landscape.
LAPD Says Dead Teen Found in D4vd’s Tesla an ‘Investigation Into Murder’: Report
Police have classified the investigation of Celeste Rivas's death as a murder probe, a court filing purportedly says
Labor’s attempts to woo Greens and Coalition on nature laws revealed amid criticism of ‘coin toss’
Labor is continuing talks with both sides and could be prepared to give more ground Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The fate of Labor’s nature laws hangs in the balance after new concessions to
Fae Pictures Expands Slate With Horror Feature, Series Renewal and International Co-Productions (EXCLUSIVE)
Fae Pictures is ramping up its production activity with multiple projects spanning horror, television and documentary as president Shant Joshi participated in a producers’ development program. Joshi was selected as one of 12 producers for the WAVES Film Bazaar x ProducerLAND
How do Pakistan and Taliban Afghan militaries stack up as tensions flare?
Fresh tensions flared between Afghanistan and Pakistan on Tuesday as the Taliban accused Pakistani forces of a bomb attack in Khost province that killed nine children and a woman.
Toxic mines put Southeast Asia's rivers, people at risk: Study
Research from the United States-based Stimson Center think tank marks the first comprehensive study of potentially polluting mines in mainland Southeast Asia.
Nontraditional benefits play key role in retaining under-35 government health worker
Younger workers in governmental public health place significantly higher value on nontraditional benefits than their older counterparts, according to a new study from Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health. Flexible scheduling and remote-work policies were among
Two climbers die after fall on New Zealand's highest peak
Hikes to the summit of Mount Cook are known to be challenging even for experienced climbers.
Nine children killed in Pakistani attack in Afghan province, Taliban says
Pakistan also carried out raids in the provinces of Kunar and Paktika, injuring four civilians.
Chauncey Billups pleads not guilty in rigged poker games case
Chauncey Billups, the head coach of the NBA’s Portland Trail Blazers, pleaded not guilty in a case involving rigged poker games, according to The Associated Press. Billups on Monday pleaded not guilty to charges that he made money via poker games that were fixed and featured
Disney’s Dana Walden Receives Founders Award, Touts ‘Creative Risk Taking’ as International Emmys Reveal Full 2025 Winners’ List
The 2025 International Emmy Awards winners were announced Monday at a gala event in New York. For the 53rd annual edition, winners came from 64 contenders across 16 categories representing a record 26 countries. Among special honors: Disney Entertainment co-chairman Dana Walden
Japan PM Takaichi holds call with Trump amid China dispute
This was the first conversation between Japan PM Sanae Takaichi and US President Donald Trump since her remarks on Taiwan.
Scientists unveil mechanism behind greener ammonia production
Researchers from Tokyo Metropolitan University have revealed how a catalyst in a promising chemical reaction for industry helps make ammonia, a major ingredient in fertilizer. Copper oxide is a key catalyst in the electrochemical nitrate reduction reaction, a greener
How neighborhoods can work to address rise in black bear encounters
UCLA's famed campus Bruin statue doesn't have it all that different from his living, breathing cousins some 30 miles away in the San Gabriel Mountain communities. When encountered on Bruin Walk, people will instinctively whip out their phones to snap a picture of the imposing
