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AirAsia X Opens New Gateway To Europe With KL–Istanbul Direct Route

AirAsia X is set to bridge two continents with the launch of its first-ever direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul, offering travellers a faster, more convenient route to one of the world’s most vibrant cities.

Warkah Kasih Buat Najib: Tanda Setia Mahasiswa Kepada Negarawan Mereka

Sekumpulan mahasiswa Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) Pulau Pinang menzahirkan rasa kasih dan penghargaan mereka terhadap mantan Perdana Menteri, Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak melalui satu kunjungan hormat ke kediaman Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor, menyerahkan sepucuk “Warkah Kasih” sebagai simbol ingatan, hormat dan doa. Bagi mereka, Najib bukan sekadar seorang pemimpin — beliau adalah sebahagian daripada sejarah hidup mereka.
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Flurry Of Funds Bet On New Allure For Bitcoin

Unfazed by a price drop over the last 11 months, investment firms have launched a flood of exchange-traded funds, betting that elite cryptocurrencies and their underlying technology will triumph in the end.

UK Finance Minister Jeremy Hunt Vows To Restore Trust In Financial Markets

Truss appointed Hunt on Friday in an attempt to save her leadership as confidence in her ability to lead the country dwindled within her own Conservative Party as well as in international financial markets.

Kanye West Suspended on Twitter & Instagram After Anti-Semitic Posts

West, who legally changed his name to "Ye" last year, was locked out of Instagram on Friday by Facebook parent Meta Platforms Inc (META.O). He then switched to Twitter, where he posted for the first time in two years on Saturday.

As Reshuffle Approaches, China’s ‘Liberal’ Wang Yang Considered For Next Premier

Wang made his mark in Guangdong, which borders Hong Kong, by pushing for the modernization of rusting industries and promoting socially inclusive policies.

Palestine-Israel Clashes Continue As Israeli Election Nears

After years of relative calm, more than 100 Palestinians from the West Bank have been killed this year, with the majority killed since late March as part of a crackdown in response to a string of fatal street attacks by Palestinians in Israel that killed 19 people.

Japan Reopens To Tourists Despite Closed Shops And Staff Shortages

Japan will reintroduce visa-free travel to dozens of countries beginning Tuesday, removing some of the world's strictest border controls in an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19. Prime Minister Fumio Kishida expects tourism to boost the economy and reap some benefits from the yen's drop to a 24-year low.

Biden Shifts US Marijuana Policy, Pardons Previous Federal Offences

Nearly 40 states in the United States have legalised marijuana in some form, but it is still illegal in some states and at the federal level. Reclassification would be a first step toward wider legalisation, which is supported by a majority of Americans, and would bring about significant changes for businesses and law enforcement, affecting millions.

Who Will Be The Next James Bond? Producers Consider Options As Film Franchise Turns 60

Broccoli said choosing the right actor was paramount to the franchise's success.

Ex-cop Kills 22 Children And 12 Others In Thai Mass Shooting

The attacker was identified by police as a former officer who was fired last year due to drug charges.

Trust Me: UK Prime Minister Liz Truss Seeks Party Support For Economic Plans

Addressing Conservative lawmakers and members at an annual conference marred by internal squabbles and policy ambiguity, Truss sought to reassure her party, the public, and investors that her plan was the best way to restart growth.

Financial Losses Expected For Elon Musk’s Takeover Of Twitter

While Musk will contribute much of the RM203.74 billion by selling his stake in Tesla Inc (TSLA.O) and relying on equity financing from large investors, major banks have committed to contribute RM57.88 billion.

Brazil Girds For Tight Runoff Vote After Lula’s Victory In Election

Lula, a two-term former president who was imprisoned on false corruption convictions that were later overturned, received the most votes in Sunday's presidential election and remains the favourite to win the race later this month, according to many analysts.