World's biggest condom maker to raise prices due to Iran war
Malaysia-based Karex produces more than five billion condoms a year and supplies global brands like Durex and Trojan.
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Couple caught in sex act at Penang cemetery freed after Malaysian court reduces jail term
The couple were arrested after a video of them in a cemetery went viral.
Back home, Hong Kong fire victim gathers memories from the ashes
HONG KONG, April 22 - Dorz Cheung was at work when one of Hong Kong's deadliest fires broke out in November. Back inside his burnt home for the first time, the overwhelming feeling he had was of being \"suffocated\".
Five European countries will save 58% on energy bills this year thanks to clean power
Consumers in five EU countries will save up to €8.5 billion on their energy bills this year, compared to those with the dirtiest energy mix.
Trump says Iran keeping Strait of Hormuz closed to 'save face'
President Trump went after Iran over the Strait of Hormuz again shortly after announcing an extension of a ceasefire with Tehran. “Iran doesn’t want the Strait of Hormuz closed, they want it open so they can make $500 Million Dollars a day (which is, therefore, what they are
Domestic workers legally recognised in Indonesia after '22-year struggle'
The country is home to some 4.2 million domestic workers - of which almost 90% are women.
Indonesia rights bodies find widespread abuses in 2025 protests
Some acts of violence were also perpetrated against protesters under the age of 18, the report found, including alleged sexual abuse against minor female protesters by law enforcers.
Cross-party group of Japanese lawmakers visits war-linked Yasukuni shrine
Visits to the shrine by Japanese politicians have long been a source of diplomatic friction.
Which 'money type' are you? New research maps financial habits of young Australians
Under 35, navigating the cost-of-living and trying to get ahead? New research from Southern Cross University, QUT and Griffith University challenges the idea that financial literacy alone addresses this problem. Instead, three distinct "money behavior types" among young
US did not move defence system from Korea, general says
The US-made THAAD system is used to intercept ballistic missiles at high altitudes, and it was deployed in South Korea to guard against nuclear-armed North Korea.
Dave Mason, Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Who Co-Founded Traffic and Sang ‘Feelin’ Alright’ and ‘We Just Disagree,’ Dies at 79
Dave Mason, solo artist, a founding member of the band Traffic, writer of the classic rock songs “Feelin’ Alright” and “Hole in My Shoe” and sideman to the Rolling Stones, George Harrison and Jimi Hendrix, has died, according to an announcement from his publicist. He was 79.
Ex-abbot of Thai temple jailed 50 years over $79m embezzlement scandal linked to online gambling network
The court found the former abbot guilty on 19 counts, and his sentence was capped at 50 years.
When a spouse starts a business, the other partner pays a hidden price
When an entrepreneur leaves a salaried job to pursue a venture, the conversation nearly always centers on them: the risk they're taking, the opportunity they're pursuing and the funding they need.
New ‘Korea Museum’ in Seoul packed with Chinese artefacts sparks backlash
A curator said most of the artefacts listed appeared to originate from southern China.
Katseye to Perform at 2026 American Music Awards
The group is nominated in three categories this year including New Artist of the Year
‘The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ to Resume Season 5 Filming After Pausing Amid Taylor Frankie Paul’s Domestic Violence Investigation
Production on Season 5 of “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” has resumed after going on pause weeks ago amid a domestic violence investigation involving Taylor Frankie Paul and her ex-boyfriend Dakota Mortensen. It has not yet been revealed whether Paul or Mortensen will be
Democrats boost midterm edge with Virginia redistricting win: 5 takeaways
Virginia voters on Tuesday approved a mid-decade redistricting plan that could help Democrats win four more House seats ahead of the November midterms Voters in the Old Dominion approved a temporary amendment to the state constitution allowing Democrats to draw new
Dave Mason, Traffic Co-Founder Who Penned ‘Feelin’ Alright?,’ Dead at 79
“Only You Know and I Know” singer jammed with The Rolling Stones, Jimi Hendrix, Cream, and George Harrison
Improving scientific accuracy in journalism
Journalists bring scientific findings to the public, and to policymakers, who often rely on media reports rather than primary literature to provide context for policymaking. However, media reports can and often do distort scientific findings. Reporters with little scientific
India strangles final bastion of Maoist revolt as mining opportunities loom
New Delhi said in March that it had effectively defeated the insurgency.
The Redistricting Vote: Virginia Is Where Trump’s Scheme Came to Die
Yes, Virginia! The passage of a ballot initiative that allows Virginia Democrats to gerrymander the state’s congressional districts will make it easier for Democrats to win the House and put another check on our autocratic president. But just as importantly, the aggressive,
Laura Trump says president has 'great people' working with him to write jokes ahead of correspondents' dinner
Lara Trump, President Trump’s daughter-in-law, said Monday that the president has “great people” working alongside him to write jokes ahead of the White House Correspondents' Dinner. “It's a combo, he, he does a — yeah, he's got some great people who he's, I think, tapping to
As the world faces yet another crisis, why are leaders still resisting remote work?
At 9 p.m., shops, restaurants and cafes go dark across the city of Cairo, where a stringent curfew has been imposed to mitigate the energy shock triggered by the conflict in the Gulf. The measure may prove difficult to enforce among people accustomed to long, convivial
Johor eateries may raise prices as Middle East crisis bites
Prices have increased for things like plastic products and fuel.
Pharma giant drops supplier after AFP deforestation investigation
Investigations found links to clearing of Indonesian forests home to critically endangered orangutans.
US will indefinitely extend ceasefire, unclear if Iran agrees
By Steve Holland, Parisa Hafezi and Jonathan Allen WASHINGTON/DUBAI, April 22 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said he would indefinitely extend the ceasefire with Iran to allow for further peace talks, although it was not clear on Wednesday if Iran or Israel, the U.S.
‘The Balusters’ Broadway Review: Anika Noni Rose, Richard Thomas Star in Brilliant and Brutally Funny Look at a Dysfunctional Neighborhood Association
It’s easy to get depressed about national politics. The people running things are nasty, brutish and eager to appeal to baser instincts rather than better angels. As “The Balusters,” the story of a neighborhood association riven by prejudice and petty skirmishes, demonstrates,
Rethinking energy transition participation: Why citizens are more than a box to tick
Citizen participation is widely seen as key to a successful energy transition. In practice, however, it often remains more of an ideal than a reality. In her Ph.D. research at TU/e, Nikki Kluskens shows just how wide the gap is between that ideal and everyday practice—and why
Virginia approves redistricting, giving Democrats edge in midterms
The new maps in Virginia could make it easier for Democrats to take control of the US House of Representatives in November.
I Prevail Pivot To Pizza
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Q&A: IceCube Observatory upgrades improve search for elusive cosmic messenger
Buried within the Antarctic ice are more than 5,000 light sensors that work together to detect some of the highest energy particles in the universe. These tiny particles, called neutrinos, provide insight into the extreme cosmic events that created them as well as phenomena
Family of Celeste Rivas Hernandez Breaks Silence After D4vd Charged With Murder: ‘All We Want Is Justice’
"Celeste was a beautiful, strong girl who loved to sing and dance," said the teen's family in a statement
Oil prices dip as status of US-Iran peace talks remains unclear
US President Donald Trump said he will extend a ceasefire with Iran until peace talks have progressed.
‘Michael’: What Critics Are Saying About the King of Pop’s Biopic
The film, led by the superstar's nephew, Jaafar Jackson, is dancing into theaters on Friday.
Research at Chernobyl and Fukushima shows how radioactive materials move in the environment
When nuclear accidents happen, many people imagine radiation spreading everywhere and lasting forever. The reality is more complex. Radioactive materials move, change and sometimes disappear faster than people expect.
At least there's one tech company making me feel sane in an increasingly insane world
In the AI era, the upgradeable computer is now a subtle act of rebellion.
Trump buys time for Iran deal after frantic day of diplomacy
The US president's decision marked the second time in as many weeks he has backed off a threat to escalate the war, buying more time
Australia asks Roblox, Minecraft to detail child safety measures
Companies that do not comply may face penalties and potential civil action.
Virginia voters approve redistricting measure backed by Democrats
Virginia voters have approved a Democrat-backed redistricting plan, according to Decision Desk HQ, greenlighting a new congressional map that could net the party as many as four seats ahead of the midterm elections. Voters in the Old Dominion cast their ballots in a Tuesday
Netflix Among Suitors Interested in Buying Radford Lot
Netflix is among the potential buyers of the Radford Studios lot in Studio City, according to a source familiar with the talks. The streamer’s interest in the lot, which went into foreclosure earlier this year, was first reported on X on Sunday by Michael Trujillo, a political
New Zealand minister slammed for ‘butter chicken tsunami’ comments
The comments were widely condemned as racist by Indian community groups in New Zealand.
Screen-driven schooling is rewiring how students think, read, write and learn
In the 2022/2023 academic year, according to figures from the Ministry of Education, Vocational Training and Sports, 92% of public secondary schools in Spain had virtual learning environments that students could access with devices such as computers and tablets. Digitalization
‘Texas Chainsaw Massacre’: ‘Obsession’ Filmmaker Curry Barker in Talks to Write, Direct
The rising horror filmmaker will team with Roy Lee and Steven Schneider as among the producers on the project.
Trump: UK's Starmer has 'plenty of time to recover' after 'really bad' ambassador pick
President Trump went after British Prime Minister Keir Starmer over his former U.K. ambassador to the U.S., Peter Mandelson, who has faced scrutiny over files linked to the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. “Prime Minister Keir Starmer of the United Kingdom acknowledged
Alien Ant Farm Bring Out Corey Feldman To Dance To Their “Smooth Criminal” Cover In Hollywood
Over the weekend, the Rainbow Bar & Grill on West Hollywood's Sunset Strip held a 54th anniversary show with Alien Ant Farm, LA Guns, Pentagram, and Boy Hits Car (of car hits venue fame). In the parking lot, AAN performed their famous cover of Michael Jackson's "Smooth
Getting the jump on evolution: Cane toads adapt at speed
A new study comparing invasive cane toads in Japan and Australia has found substantial changes in body size and shape have developed much more rapidly than suggested by long-held ideas of the pace of evolution. Researchers measured and weighed wild-caught cane toads (Rhinella
If a bird flu pandemic starts, we may have an mRNA vaccine ready
A final-stage trial has started of an mRNA vaccine against the bird flu strain infecting many animals – and occasionally people – worldwide
Parents may be the missing key to keeping kids safe online, research suggests
As online child exploitation (OCE) continues to rise in Australia, new research from Griffith University suggests parents and caregivers may be the most important, and overlooked, factor in preventing harm. The study, involving parents and caregivers of children aged 11 to 17,
