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- China’s ‘future industries’ boom sparks VC gold rush — and bubble fearsChina's 'future industries' are attracting a surge in venture capital investments, with startups seeking high valuations and listings, but concerns about a potential bubble are growing.
- Chinese women pack German court in shocking ‘Driving School’ rape network trialsGerman courts are trying a group of mostly Chinese men accused of running a sexual abuse network that drugged victims, with Chinese women attending trials in large numbers to show solidarity.
- Thirty years on, Spice Girls’ ‘Wannabe’ still fuels Girl Power and pop culture legacyThe Spice Girls' 1996 hit 'Wannabe' celebrates its 30th anniversary, highlighting its lasting impact on pop culture, feminism, and fashion, with discussions about a potential reunion.
- Hidden cameras and AI expose rare wildlife deep in Cambodia’s rainforestConservationists in Cambodia use hidden cameras, microphones, and AI to monitor wildlife in the Cardamom Mountains, revealing over 100 species, including endangered ones, and helping protect the rainforest.
- New Rembau Undang installation to be formalised at Istana Besar Seri Menanti this SaturdayThe installation of the 22nd Undang of Rembau will be formalised at a royal ceremony this Saturday, following customary selection processes.
- Cost-cutting measures not meant to halt official travel, but to manage rising subsidy costs, says MOFThe Ministry of Finance clarified that cost-cutting measures are aimed at managing rising subsidy costs from higher global oil prices, not halting official travel or government spending. Official overseas travel is restricted to essential trips, while critical sectors like healthcare and education remain unaffected.
- India to resume tourist visas for Bangladeshis after nearly two-year freezeIndia will resume issuing tourist visas to Bangladeshis after a two-year suspension, according to its new high commissioner in Dhaka.
- Matching mindset to age as one gets older — Patrick TehAn individual shares personal health challenges and reflections on aging, emphasizing the importance of retirement planning and age-appropriate fitness routines.
- Ex-Petronas manager leaked confidential data to Petros, Cyber Security unit confirms, court toldA former Petronas manager is on trial for leaking confidential business and financial data to Petroleum Sarawak Berhad, with the company's cyber security unit confirming the breach through email records.
- ‘Everything collapsed’: Survivors recount horror as twin earthquakes devastate Venezuela coastTwin earthquakes devastated Venezuela's La Guaira region, collapsing buildings and leaving survivors in need of urgent rescue and aid as authorities report at least 164 dead and 1,000 injured.
- Prisons (Amendment) Bill 2026 deferred, referred to two parliamentary select committees for scrutinyThe Prisons (Amendment) Bill 2026 has been deferred and sent to two parliamentary select committees for further review. The bill aims to address prison overcrowding through rehabilitation measures, including electronic monitoring and volunteer programs. Concerns were raised about a new section granting legal protection to prison officers.
- Govt drafting new law to tighten e-commerce platform accountability, plug regulatory gapsThe Malaysian government is drafting a new law to enhance e-commerce platform accountability, address regulatory gaps, and protect local businesses, with a Cabinet memorandum expected in July.
- Govt says border control officers safe in service scheme transition, assures no loss of benefitsThe Malaysian government assures border control officers that their benefits and rights will remain unaffected during the transition to a new service scheme, with no impact on promotion prospects, seniority, retirement benefits, or welfare for those staying under their original scheme. AKPS has filled 81% of its positions, with 1,579 vacancies remaining, being filled through collaboration between agencies.
- Elephants under watch in Japan as Malaysia tracks welfare of trio sent to Tennoji ZooMalaysia's ministry is monitoring three elephants sent to Japan's Tennoji Zoo as part of a 25-year conservation program, ensuring their welfare through assessments and ongoing monitoring.
- Beyond age-based restrictions: Making the digital world safer for children — Selvi SupramaniamThe article discusses online safety for children in Malaysia, emphasizing the need for inclusive solutions that protect against digital harms while preserving children's rights to access the internet. It highlights the importance of safety by design, child participation, and regulatory frameworks like the Online Safety Act 2025.