Malaysia PM Anwar vows faster reforms after electoral defeats

He acknowledged shortcomings by his administration that has led to frustration among Malaysians.

Xi calls for improving disaster prevention as floods, landslides batter China

BEIJING, Aug 15 - Chinese President Xi Jinping called for improving the country's ability to prevent, mitigate and respond to natural disasters, after a string of deadly floods and landslides this summer.

Iran fires back at Trump's threat to declare Hormuz a US territory

Iran on Saturday fired back at US President Donald Trump's claim that he would soon declare the Strait of Hormuz part of US territory, saying the crucial energy waterway it has blockaded "will remain Iranian". Trump has repeatedly said the strait, which Tehran effectively

Seven killed, including three children, in IDF strike in Lebanon, reports say

Seven people, including three children and two women, were killed and three others were wounded in an airstrike in the Nabatieh district, according to Lebanese media. Hezbollah Secretary-General said Hezbollah would not accept violations of Lebanese sovereignty

Mastercard payments being declined in Australia, bank says

There were more than 1,900 reports on Downdetector by 3.27pm in Sydney.

South Korean AI chip tycoon appeals record divorce asset ruling

The court had ordered SK Group chairman to pay US$666 million (S$852.21 million) to his former wife.

Faced with historic drought, the Dutch rethink water management

On the banks of the Waal, the Dutch branch of the Rhine, swimmers are sunning themselves on a Nijmegen beach that didn't exist before the river level dropped a few months ago.

Tributes paid to Jason Arday after ex-Cambridge professor found dead

His family said they were "in shock" to have lost him, adding a "campaign of misinformation" had been too much.

Powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake strikes Indonesia, killing at least 20

Nelly Florida Riama, a deputy director for geophysics at Indonesia's Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysical Agency, warned that while the tsunami warning was over, "aftershocks are still occurring."

Judo World Tour: A day of firsts at the Lima Grand Prix

Day one in Lima delivered five thrilling champions. Assunta Scutto, Michel Augusto, Rafaela Rodrigues, Radu Izvoreanu and Pihla Salonen claimed gold, with several celebrating their first Grand Prix titles as the new Olympic qualification cycle got underway.

Why Michaely Bihina is the keeper making waves at Wafcon

Fans in Cameroon want a statue built for Michaely Bihina after she made four penalty saves against Morocco to help Cameroon reach the 2026 Wafcon final.

Orca Toñi in Strait of Gibraltar has 10 holes in fin: suspected shotgun blast?

The Ministry for Ecological Transition has opened an inquiry after Toñi, the oldest orca in the Strait of Gibraltar, was found with pellet wounds on her dorsal fin.

Magnitude 7.7 earthquake strikes off coast of Indonesia and tsunami warning issued

A powerful magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck off the coast of Indonesia early Saturday, damaging buildings and homes, and triggering a tsunami warning. Authorities urged people on affected coastlines to move to higher ground.

All flights grounded at Malaysia’s Subang Airport following helicopter fire

The Kamov Ka-32S helicopter had been undergoing an engine ground run as part of maintenance activities.

‘I Live in V.I.,’ a Social Class Satire From Nigeria, Will Dive Into Urban Alienation and Gentrification

Director Ugochukwu Azuya's project, inspired by his experience living in Lagos and its "materialistically driven, very classist society," was one of the films in development showcased at Locarno Open Doors.

Myanmar says over 300,000 Rohingya refugees verified for repatriation as exodus enters ninth year

Hundreds of thousands of Rohingya refugees have been living in camps in Bangladesh after fleeing Myanmar in 2017 following a military crackdown.

Iran says Strait of Hormuz 'will remain Iranian' after Trump warning

Speaking in New York on Friday, Trump, with a chuckle, said: "Pretty soon I'll be declaring the Hormuz Strait a territory of the United States."

First Australian death of little penguin with H5 bird flu confirmed on Phillip Island

Authorities confirm first Australian death of species found with virus near where it attracts crowds to a ‘penguin parade’ Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Australia’s first case of the deadly H5 bird flu in a little penguin has been confirmed on

It’s the SUV tyranny: where have all the normal family cars gone? | Coco Khan

They rule the roads and, in their wake, even old-style saloons have been supersized. It’s an illusion of consumer choice Recently, while traipsing from showroom to showroom in search of a used car for my growing clan, the iconic line from Christopher Nolan’s seminal Batman

South Africa’s Trevor Manuel: ‘Our democracy needs a lot of repair work’

Lived experience is what Trevor Manuel brings to the table regarding the features and flaws of the continent’s biggest economy. The Africa Report sits down with South Africa’s former finance minister, who talks about politics, Polokwane and more.

Yemen Saudi-backed government says Houthi missiles kill four civilians in port city

The Yemeni armed forces, aligned with the government, said in a statement that the Houthi attack targeted a civilian facility and economic and maritime installations, killing one port security guard. ‌Two sailors were also missing and eight civilians were wounded, the armed

China Gold Market Update: Strong Official Sector Buying In July

Gut viruses are evolving new tricks to beat bacteria — and could help fight superbugs

Scientists have found that some viruses can deliberately generate genetic diversity to evade bacterial defences, offering a potential new clue for developing treatments when antibiotics fail.

From Gaza condoms to 'Your mom': Outgoing White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt's most divisive moments

Karoline Leavitt announced this week she was stepping down from her role as White House Press Secretary. From her combative relationship with the press to viral moments which have made her infamous, here is a lookback at her most divisive moments behind the podium.

At PKR congress, Anwar vows wider graft crackdown and cites king’s backing

On the back of three consecutive dismal state election results, Malaysia Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim maintains that he will continue to do the “right thing” even at the expense of political cost.

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UK hits back after Netanyahu labels it 'the Islamic republic of Britain'

Netanyahu made the comments during an army radio podcast interview, in which he also joked that the UK was the "first Islamic republic with nuclear weapons."

Modi maps India’s growth push as he reaches out to students

The speech comes weeks after widespread student protests over exam irregularities put Modi’s government on the back foot.

French family rescued after 16 hours adrift off Thai island

The family's jet ski had capsized off Thailand’s Koh Samui island.

Rocket Lab: Neutron Is Becoming A Real Growth Driver

Crowds at Mont Blanc: will hiking soon require reservations?

The Tour du Mont-Blanc is one of Europe’s most popular long-distance hiking routes, a 170-kilometre circuit through France, Italy and Switzerland that some 80,000 people walk each year, creating mounting problems.

New Avengers: Doomsday Trailer Is Best Look At RDJ’s Doom Yet

The D23 announcements and trailers keep coming

Funeral held for Australian indigenous girl whose death sparked outback riots

A 47-year-old man has been charged with the girl’s murder and two other offences.

Funeral held for Australian Indigenous girl whose death sparked outback riots

SYDNEY, Aug 15 - Mourners gathered in Australia's Northern Territory capital Alice Springs on Saturday to bid farewell to a five-year-old Indigenous girl whose death in April shocked the nation and sparked violent clashes in the outback town.

Dried up creeks and missing waterfalls: What I found on a trip to Austria’s most famous gorge

Heatwaves and lack of winter snow and summer rain have dried up the waterfalls in the Bärenschützklamm.

‘Frozen 3’ First Details: Anna and Kristoff Get Married, Olaf Gets a Girlfriend and a New Villain Emerges

Thanksgiving 2027 is about to get a lot colder. Disney has revealed the first details about “Frozen 3,” which will release in theaters Nov. 24, 2027, following the previous two films’ tradition of Thanksgiving-centered premiere dates. Set in the fictional land of Arendelle, the

Europe's scorched landscapes seen from space after summer heatwaves

BBC Verify examines the impact of drought and extreme heat on western European rivers, fields and mountains.

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India PM Modi woos youth with free coaching, AI training

Speaking weeks after massive youth-led protests forced the education minister to resign, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the initiative was aimed at easing the financial burden on millions of families.

From storied St. Moritz stays to boutique Courchevel properties, these are Europe's best ski hotels

If you consider the hotel to be just as important as the slopes, these are the stays you should be booking this winter season.

‘Frozen 3’ “Royal Wedding” Between Anna and Kristoff Is Crashed by New Villain in First-Look

Idina Menzel, Kristen Bell, Josh Gad and Jonathan Groff are back for a new entry in the hit franchise, releasing Thanksgiving 2027.

Marvel Finally Reveals The Cast Of MCU’s X-Men Reboot

Adam Driver, Inde Navarrette, and Christopher Abbott join the ensemble cast for the 2028 film

Marvel’s ‘X-Men’ Reboot Sets May 2028 Release Date

The long-awaited X-Men movie is finally coming to the MCU. Marvel Studios exec Kevin Feige made the official announcement that the X-Men movie will release on May 5, 2028. The cast will include Sadie Sink as Jean Grey, Kit Connor as Cyclops, Samara Weaving as Emma Frost, Inde

‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Footage Shows Off a “Broken” Doctor Doom

The feature stars Robert Downey Jr. as the villain who faces off against an entire cinematic uinverse.

‘Star Wars: Starfighter’ Footage: Ryan Gosling Races Through the Galaxy With Young Sidekick

Ryan Gosling already survived going to space in “Project Hail Mary,” but now he’s ready to blast off to a galaxy far, far away in “Star Wars: Starfighter.” The upcoming “Star Wars” movie previewed footage at D23 and is set to release in theaters on May 28, 2027. Disney and

Marvel Officially Reveals New X-Men Movie Cast at D23

At D23 2026, Marvel Studios confirmed the cast of Jake Schreier's X-Men movie, revealing who's playing Cyclops, Storm, and Professor X.

Kieran Culkin to Star in Animated Movie ‘Clay’ for Disney

The news was revealed at D23 on Friday, with a release date set for November 2028.

Disney’s ‘Hexed’ Adds Walton Goggins and Jodie Foster to Cast

Jodie Foster and Walton Goggins are joining the cast of Disney’s next animated movie, “Hexed.” The casting news was announced during the Disney Entertainment Showcase presentation at Disney’s D23 fan event in Anaheim, California on Friday. Oscar-winner Foster will play a

‘Zootopia 3’ In the Works at Disney

Ginnifer Goodwin's Judy Hopps and Jason Bateman's Nick Wilde are coming back for another adventure.

Ryan Gosling Shows Off First Footage From ‘Star Wars: Starfighter,’ About “A Guy From the Wrong Side of the Galaxy”

The Shawn Levy-directed project is set to fly into theaters May 28, 2027.