Air Kelantan: Pipe leak cuts water supply in Machang, Pasir Puteh and Kota Bharu Selatan, affecting 34,000 accounts
KOTA BHARU, Sept 5 — Production capacity at the Merbau Chondong Water Treatment Plant (WTP) in Machang has dropped...
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Indonesia’s Anak Krakatau continues to erupt
Booming and rumbling sounds could be heard from an observation post as authorities reported lava-fountaining activity.
Businesswoman remanded seven days over alleged RM30k bribe
A BUSINESSWOMAN in her 60s has been remanded for seven days over allegations that she solicited and received about RM30,000 in bribes to help two arms and defence-related companies secure grants and…
- 60-year-old Malaysian businesswoman remanded for seven days
- Allegedly received RM30,000 bribe to help arms companies
- Arrest made on September 3, 2026, with trial from September 4-10
US opposes Africa-backed Equal Earth map as 164 countries vote in favour
NAIROBI,Kenya, Sep 5— The United States was the lone country to reject an African-led campaign to change how the world is depicted on maps, as 164 countries backed a United…
President Of Myanmar Visits VinFast Manufacturing Complex In Hai Phong
As part of his official visit to Vietnam, on the afternoon of September 4, 2026, His Excellency Min Aung Hlaing, President of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar, and the high-level Myanmar…
Who is Arthur Lundeen? 5 things on man duct taped to seat after racist outburst on American Airlines flight; photo viral
Arthur Lundeen has been identified as the man duct taped to the seat of an American Airlines flight after an alleged racist outburst.
Chon Buri freight train derailment blocks line, accounts differ
The State Railway of Thailand and a police-sourced report give different times, places and car counts for the September 4 derailment.
Reform promises to increase tax-free personal allowance to £15,000
The party says the tax cut will be paid for by reducing public spending by £80bn.
Trend of foreigners leaving Japan may "accelerate" under tighter visa rules
TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Ray Hoe left Japan to return to Singapore on July 18 after failing to renew his business manager visa following abrupt changes to the
- Tighter visa rules may accelerate foreigners' departure from Japan.
- Ray Hoe, visa holder, left for Singapore due to visa and license issues.
- Stricter residency requirements could increase trend of foreigners leaving Japan.
R420,000 job scam exposes ugly side of South Africa’s unemployment crisis
Bribery, irregular appointments and recruitment disputes across several provinces have highlighted the vulnerability of job seekers.
Today in Korean history
Sept. 6
- South Korea founded Women's Army Corps in 1951 during Korean War.
- Soviet pilot defected to Japan in 1976, sought asylum in US.
- Hyundai Motor Chairman Chung Mong-koo received suspended jail term in 2007.
Ramathuba accused of undoing gains with her Limpopo Cabinet reshuffle
The premier's supporters accuse her critics of being 'haters'.
Aid pallets become furniture as Gazans rebuild homes with whatever remains
Momen Abu Jarrad is preparing for his wedding but furnishing his future home feels almost impossible. The 29 year old lives in the Tal Al Hawa neighbourhood west of Gaza city and has scoured the few…
WATCH | FNB Stadium road closures: What motorists need to know
Motorists are being warned of road closures and traffic diversions around FNB Stadium on Saturday, September 5, as spectators head to the venue for the match.
Two held after police chase over alleged cellphone robberies in Durban
Two men were arrested in Clare Estate after police allegedly recovered five suspected stolen cellphones from their vehicle.
PM to deliver closing address and present Agro Awards at MAHA 2026 tomorrow
SERDANG, Sept 5 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is scheduled to officiate the closing ceremony of the Ma...
Cadangan lokasi alternatif Lima tampung penyertaan lebih besar, kekal kompetitif
Menteri pertahanan berkata Klebang antara lokasi boleh dipertimbangkan, namun perlu pelaburan besar untuk menyediakan pusat konvensyen dan kawasan pameran sesuai.
Indian state gives taxi and tuk-tuk drivers a year to learn local language
An Indian state has given taxi and tuk-tuk drivers one more year to learn the local language after a new rule making it mandatory sparked protests.
Jaishankar to address annual high-level UNGA session on September 26
The 81st session of the UN General Assembly will kick off on September 8, and world leaders will address the 193-member organisation at the General Debate, which will run from September 22 to 28
Don’t hate me because I’m beautiful — Khoo Ying Hooi
SEPTEMBER 5 — Many years ago, I wrote a piece in the now defunct The Malaysian Insider with this same title, Don&r...
Po Pin Chau real-name trial debuts with 1,500 bookings
Officials on Saturday said about 1,500 people registered to visit the Po Pin Chau trail in Sai Kung East Country Park on the first day of a real-name reservation trial.
- 1,500 individuals booked to visit Po Pin Chau trail on first day.
- Real-name reservation system requires booking via Klook platform.
- Trial runs all September weekends and October holidays.
Thailand’s visa exemption no longer covers work. Here’s who needs a visa now
The old 60-day exemption allowed some business activity. The 30-day version replacing it does not, and the change lands on September 15.
Milei vs Kicillof and the third wheel
Milei has the advantage of being the incumbent and having the resources of the state. Kicillof has a similar, albeit much more limited, platform.
Mumbai Weather Update: City Sees Cloudy Skies, Light Rain As Lakes Hold 95.89% Water Stock; Check High Tide Timings
Mumbai continued to witness generally cloudy skies with intermittent light rain on Saturday, September 5, as the city remained under the influence of monsoon conditions.
Pas hopes no 'fire-starters' will derail unity of ummah
KOTA BARU: Pas is hoping there will be no more “fire-starters” burning bridges or “invisible hands” working to derail its agenda of ummah (Muslim community) unity.
Takaichi Seen Retaining Motegi, Katayama in Cabinet Reshuffle
Tokyo, Sept. 5 (Jiji Press)--Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is considering keeping Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi and Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama in their posts in a reshuffle of her…
- Prime Minister Takaichi may keep Motegi and Katayama in cabinet.
- Motegi supports Takaichi, visited U.S. Secretary of State Rubio.
- Takaichi aims to strengthen power base ahead of leadership race.
‘I was the target’: Class X student recalls Jantar Mantar attack on father
A student influencer faced threats at Jantar Mantar, and her father was injured. An alleged attacker bragged about assaulting her father in a viral video.
Unemployment is the main challenge, Thembisa residents tell Ramaphosa
The unemployment rate rose by 0.9% to 33.6% in the second quarter of the year.
- Unemployment cited as main concern by Thembisa residents
- Residents discuss high electricity prices, rates, taxes
- ANC President Ramaphosa meets with Thembisa community
Kepong MP challenges government over proposed hybrid SST-GST model
THE Government’s proposal to combine the existing Sales and Service Tax (SST) with elements of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) has come under fire from DAP’s Kepong MP Lim Lip Eng, who questioned why…
Hong Kong’s leader outlines 3 key new growth drivers ahead of first 5-year plan
Hong Kong’s leader has identified financial services, innovation and technology, and education as three key new growth drivers ahead of the unveiling of the city’s inaugural five-year development blueprint and annual policy address.
Diving boat operators arrested off Phuket over coral damage risk
Marine officials arrested two boat operators at Racha Yai Island in Phuket yesterday, September 4, after two diving boats were found tied to mooring bases, raising concerns about coral reef damage. The Department of Marine and Coastal Resources (DMCR) inspected the boats at Ao Tue on Racha Yai Island after receiving a complaint from an ……
Driver allegedly failed to notice cyclists before fatal car crash
A DRIVER allegedly failed to notice two cyclists ahead of him before crashing into them from behind, killing both men on the Lebuh Raya Rakyat, in Kota Bharu on Friday.
#SHOWBIZ: Zahnita Wilson set for private Sept 26 nuptials with 'children's full support'
KUALA LUMPUR: Model and actress Zahnita Wilson has confirmed that she will be tying the knot with her fiancé, a fellow divorcee, on Sept 26 after nearly a year as a single mother.
Pas at 75: Quiet celebration, louder political message
KOTA BARU: Pas marked its 75th anniversary at Pusat Tarbiyah Islamiyah Kelantan in Pengkalan Chepa here last night without the grandeur of a milestone celebration.
HT Morning Brief Sept 5: More S-400s on India's radar; Delhi rain chaos; FBI's most-wanted man held in Punjab
Today’s big headlines in 5 minutes: Your quick brief on national and global events, entertainment and sports.
PM urges substantive education reform in 2026–2027 school year
PM Le Minh Hung called on the education sector to continue making strong changes in management mindset and teaching methods, putting learners at the center, and viewing schools as the foundation, and…
Mumbai Fake Call Centre Busted: 19 Booked For Cheating 22 People Of ₹14.83 Lakh With Fake Franchise Promises
Mumbai: The Bangur Nagar police raided a fake call centre and booked 19 individuals for allegedly luring people with promises of huge profits through lifetime franchises of courier and e-commerce…
‘Mini-dictatorship’: Students slam far-right turn at Argentina-run residence in Paris
Weeks before President Javier Milei visits France, scrutiny has grown around an Argentina-run university residence in Paris supposed to promote peaceful coexistence but which activists say instead restricts lodger freedoms and hosts European far-right figures.
Malaysia PM Anwar open to considering early GE, with DPM Zahid latest to call for snap polls
Malaysia’s Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said on Thursday that it would be “better” for the 16th general election to be held early.
MOH: Malaysia to lead 17th Asean Health Ministers Meeting in Kuala Lumpur from Sept 7-11
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 5 — Malaysia will chair the 17th Asean Health Ministers Meeting (AHMM), which begins September...
SG woman asks why some men take offence at being rejected over finances: ‘Isn’t marriage the most important financial decision?’
SINGAPORE: In a query that has sparked discussion on Reddit, a Singaporean woman is asking why some men respond with hurt or indignation when women rule them out on the basis of “financial capabili...
S’poreans lured to join Nanning ponzi scheme with free dinners, $8 manicures, sprawling condos
52 S'poreans were arrested in China over their alleged involvement in pyramid scheme activities.
- Singaporeans lured to Nanning, China, Ponzi scheme with free meals and manicures
- Spacious apartment in Nanning Skyfame ASEAN Maker Town for $500/month
- 52 Singaporeans arrested in Guangxi province for alleged pyramid scheme activities
HEC equivalence certificate doesn’t guarantee admission, FCC rules
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How Korea was really colonized
For 35 years, the place that I inhabit today was not known as Korea, but rather it was part of Japan. While during the 1392-1910 Joseon Dynasty the capital was known as Hanyang, from 1910 to 1945…
11 SMART personnel depart for Nepal
National Disaster Management Agency director-general Meor Ismail Meor Akim says the mission is expected to last 10 days.
Varsities must evolve into national think tanks: Ahsan
LAHORE: Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal has said that universities must evolve into national think tanks and catalysts for economic growth. He was visiting the new campus of the Government College University (GCU) Lahore at Kala Shah Kaku to review ongoing infrastructural development and the…
Live: Warriors aim to wrap up NRL minor premiership
The Warriors will look to wrap up the NRL minor premiership when they host the Sea Eagles at a packed Mount Smart stadium in Auckland. Follow live.
Trump in search of Iran war win ahead of US elections
Trump in search of Iran war win ahead of US elections newspress_en Sat, 09/05/2026 - 05:25 Opinion Donald Trump’s hopes of surviving a significant political setback in America’s forthcoming midterm elections will depend to a large degree on how he manages the ongoing conflict with Iran.
- Trump seeks Iran war victory ahead of US elections
- US polls suggest major setback for Republicans if Iran conflict worsens
- Trump's sanctions and strikes cause civilian casualties and Iran defiance
Russia rejects truce, kills 4 in attack on Dnipropetrovsk Oblast
Russia attacked the city of Kamianske in the early hours of Sept. 5, killing four people and injuring five others, regional Governor Oleksandr Hanzha reported. Three of the victims have been hospitalized, with one in intensive care.
Teen guilty of 'heinous' murder loses sentence appeal
The teenager, who previously admitted to being "addicted to stabbing", pleaded guilty to attacking a 19-year-old man at Acacia Ridge in May 2024.
Mumbai Taxi Meter Fraud: 5 Booked In Dahisar For Allegedly Using Electronic Devices To Inflate Taxi, Autorickshaw Fares
Mumbai: The Dahisar police have registered a case against five individuals for allegedly tampering with the meters of taxis and autorickshaws to defraud passengers.
Norway Sovereign Fund Planning to Hike JGB Holdings
New York, Sept. 4 (Jiji Press)--Norway's Norges Bank Investment Management, which manages one of the world's largest sovereign wealth funds, plans to increase its holdings of Japanese government bonds…