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Embassy of Turkmenistan took part in the Asian Culture Festival in Ploiesti
Turkmenistan Golden Age
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July 10, 2025
On July 9, 2025, the Asian Culture Festival was held at the Ploiesti Palace of Culture, organized by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Prahova County with the participation of the Embassies of Turkmenistan, Bangladesh, India, Indonesia,...
Ben Healy Delivers a Thrilling Victory for EF Education-EasyPost: Stage 5 of the 2025 Tour de France
Bicycling
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July 10, 2025
Tadej Pogačar started Stage 6 of the 2025 Tour de France with ownership of the yellow, green, and polka dot jerseys. No one expected UAE Team Emirates to defend the lead of the race all the way to Paris, and today they appeared to execute a...
QNET Unveils Wellness Breakthroughs and Global Empowerment at V-Malaysia 2025
Macau Business
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July 10, 2025
Over 8,000 global entrepreneurs gather in Penang for five days of wellness innovation and mentorship. HONG KONG, July 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — QNET kicked off V-Malaysia 2025, its flagship global convention, uniting more than 8,000 entrepreneurs...
From Ashfield Council to Trump’s man in Malaysia
The Sydney Morning Herald
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July 10, 2025
But Trump took the Alpha Male seriously, writing glowing forewords to a few of his books, appointing Adams to the board of the Woodrow Wilson Centre in Washington, DC, during his first term, and making him an official campaign surrogate during the...
Trump nominates Hooters-loving Nick Adams as Malaysia ambassador
Washington Examiner
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July 10, 2025
President Donald Trump nominated influencer and entrepreneur Nick Adams to be his administration’s ambassador to Malaysia Wednesday, an announcement Adams called “the honor of a lifetime.” Adams, a conservative social media influencer, said he is...
Trump nominates 'alpha male' influencer Nick Adams as ambassador to Malaysia
NBC News
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July 10, 2025
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump has nominated a right-wing influencer known for his bombastic posts about his devotion to the president and tips on being an "alpha male" to be the next U.S. ambassador to Malaysia. Trump referred to Nick Adams...
Diplomatic immunity! Trump appoints loudmouth Aussie ex-local councillor as US envoy to Malaysia
WAtoday
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July 10, 2025
Then there’s Adams’ boycott of confectionary manufacturer Mars after it released “feminist M&Ms”. Trump certainly took the Alpha Male seriously, appointing Adams to the board of the Woodrow Wilson Centre during his first term, and making him an...
General : Mohd Na'im: Malaysia Has Potential To Become Global Islamic Knowledge Hub
Bernama
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July 11, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR, July 10 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has the potential to position itself as an international hub for Islamic knowledge by embracing a moderate, progressive, and inclusive approach, said Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department...
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Who is Lishalliny Kanaran, the ex-Miss Malaysia who accused an Indian priest of molesting her? "He put his hands inside my blouse and…"
Firstpost
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July 10, 2025
Lishalliny Kanaran is a former Miss Malaysia who has recounted the horror of being molested by an Indian priest. The police have already launched a manhunt to trace down the priest after the allegations have gone viral on social media that has...
'Put his hands inside my blouse': Miss Grand Malaysia accuses Indian priest of sexual assault
Asianet Newsable
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July 10, 2025
Malaysian model and TV host Lishalliny Kanaran has accused a Hindu priest of sexually assaulting her inside a Sepang temple. The priest, now missing, allegedly molested her under the guise of giving blessings. Lishalliny Kanaran, an Indian-origin...
General : Malaysia Reaffirms Role As ASEAN-China Dialogue Coordinator, Strengthens Ties With Beijing
Bernama
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July 10, 2025
By Samantha Tan KUALA LUMPUR, July 10 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has reaffirmed its full commitment as Country Coordinator for ASEAN-China Dialogue Relations for the 2024-2027 term, said Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan. He said Malaysia also...
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Mahathir Mohamad turns 100 and continues to influence Malaysia politics. Here’s how
Firstpost
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July 10, 2025
Malaysia’s former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad turns 100 today. Mahathir is one of the most important and influential figures in Malaysia’s history. The country’s longest-serving Prime Minister only demitted office in 2020. But who is he?...
Trump’s ‘Hooters loving’ Malaysian ambassador pick causing concern among allies in Asia
The Independent
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July 10, 2025
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
Democracy failed, modern civilisation collapsed, says former Malaysian PM on 100th birthday
The Express Tribune
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July 10, 2025
Listen to article Mahathir Mohamad has spent more than half of his life in politics and public service. In his case – starting Thursday, when he marks his centennial birthday – that means more than 50 years in and out of Malaysian and...
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‘He said it would be a blessing...’: The horrific ‘assault’ of Indian-origin beauty queen by temple priest in Malaysia
Firstpost
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July 10, 2025
An Indian-origin model and TV host, Lishalliny Kanaran, has accused a Hindu temple priest of molesting her under the pretext of offering a religious blessing in Malaysia. In a lengthy Instagram post, Kanaran, who is also a former Miss Grand...
Indian Priest Accused of Molesting Beauty Queen in Malaysian Temple; Police Launch Manhunt
Pragativadi
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July 10, 2025
Malaysian authorities have launched a manhunt for an Indian priest accused of molesting beauty queen Lishalliny Kanaran under the pretense of performing a religious ritual. The alleged incident took place on June 21 at the Mariamman Temple in...
Malaysia Airlines Takes Off With Limited-Time Fares From RM119 & Upgraded Travel Perks!
Hype Malaysia
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July 9, 2025
Get your tickets now, fam! As part of its Time for Memorable Journeys campaign, Malaysia Airlines is offering great fares from 8th to 21st July 2025 for travel until 31st May 2026. Whether you’re soaking up the sun in Sydney, enjoying Japan’s...
Tok Mat, Lavrov hold talks to boost Malaysia-Russia ties
The Malaysian Star
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July 10, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia and Russia explored ways to enhance cooperation during a bilateral meeting between Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan and his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov in Malaysia's capital on Thursday (July 10). As Mohamad...
General : Mohamad, Lavrov Hold Talks To Enhance Malaysia-Russia Ties
Bernama
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July 10, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR, July 10 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and Russia explored ways to enhance cooperation during a bilateral meeting between Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan and his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov in Malaysia’s capital on Thursday....
Structural barriers still hindering Malaysian women from economic participation: Nurul Izzah
The Sun Daily
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July 10, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: Despite Malaysia’s progress in women’s education, structural inequalities from algorithmic bias to unpaid care burdens continue to obstruct women from participating in the economy, said leaders at the World Women Economic and...