Malaysian police eye security staff in investigation into pilot arrested with drugs in Jakarta

The employee will be questioned or arrested if necessary, said Malaysian police.

How to use the train in Big Walk

If you want to ride the train along the rails in Big Walk, you'll need to complete one of the towers. We explain how the train works in our guide.

How to unlock the tunnels in Big Walk

There are several colorful connected tunnels in Big Walk that make traversing the island easy. Here's how to unlock them.

How to unlock the ski lift in Big Walk

The ski lift is one way to traverse around the island in Big Walk. Here's how to unlock it and turn it on.

How to get a megaphone in Big Walk

If you want to get a little louder, you can find megaphones on yellow structures in Big Walk. Here's where to find them.

How to change your color in Big Walk

You can change your colors in Big Walk shortly after learning the game's controls.

How to 'get shiny' in Big Walk

To get the "Big Makeover" achievement in Big Walk, you'll need to explore a specific area that unlocks after you complete a tower.

Best tower order in Big Walk

What order should you complete the towers in Big Walk? It varies, depending on what type of transport you want to unlock.

All radio station locations in Big Walk

There are seven radio stations and seven terminals scattered around the map in Big Walk. Here's where you can find every radio station.

All backpack locations in Big Walk

Backpacks and waist bags are vital for your journey in Big Walk. Here's where you can find them.

11 beginner's tips to help you trek along in Big Walk

Big Walk is a game that relies all on communication and having a good time. Here are our best tips to make the most of your time on the island.

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Japan proposes tougher income, pension rules for permanent residency

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China dismisses Philippine education concerns as 'political provocation'

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Brandon Flowers Says He’s Considered Quitting Music: ‘How Much Longer do I Want to do This?’

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Hwang Bo-reum, Lee Geum-yi Among Authors in Busan Story Market’s 2026 Selections

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Facilities in St Petersburg and Tver were also hit, while at least one was killed in Russian strikes on Ukraine.

US Northwest battles wildfires after Spokane neighborhoods scorched

Wildfires supercharged by drought and intense heat tore through the northwestern U.S. city of Spokane, forcing the evacuation of 65,000 people and reducing hundreds of buildings to cinders as firefighters raced Monday to contain the flames.

Charity cyclist, 82, dies a day after 3,300 mile ride across Australia

Bob Montgomery died unexpectedly just a day after finishing what he had called 'One Last Ride'.

Africa: All of Africa Today - August 4, 2026

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Apple challenges the UK's second attempt to gain access to iCloud data

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Last Scottish island bird hunt banned after almost 500 years

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Shudder Nabs U.S. Rights to ‘Bloody Tennis’ and Horror Film Grabs Buyers in Other Major Territories Ahead of Locarno World Premiere (EXCLUSIVE)

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'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' officially has the biggest box office opening weekend in history

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Suspected heatstroke kills three lions at Japan zoo

Three lions from a Tokyo zoo have died from suspected heatstroke, and others are under treatment, a spokeswoman said Tuesday, with the big cats struggling with high humidity.

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The AMD Deal Makes Core Scientific A Strong Buy

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What tools does the EU have to fight wildfires? Are they enough?

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Africa: Over Half of Africa's Cybercrimes Are AI-Enabled - Interpol

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- More than half of all cybercrimes reported across Africa are now AI-enabled, the International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL) has revealed, warning that digital attacks have rapidly evolved into an industrialized, borderless ecosystem that is

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Asian shares were mixed on Tuesday morning, while European pre-market data pointed to a slightly higher open following a Wall Street rally supported by easing oil prices.

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The police recorded 108 cases resulting in 121 arrests between January and July.

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Disillusioned by decade-long criminal trials against corrupt elites, authorities are aggressively pursuing civil forfeiture. But recovering billions without securing convictions risks turning asset recovery into a substitute for justice.

New migrant integration measures and statistics in Poland

NGOs launch Social Patronage Coalition A network of NGOs in Poland formally launched the Social Patronage Coalition, with the aim of promoting community sponsorship initiatives (for example: forms of support for the adaptation and integration of migrants provided by private

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