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BANGKOK, March 24 — Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra faces a no-confidence motion in parliament starting today, with the opposition set to grill her over an underperforming economy and her powerful father's perceived influence over her administration.

PARIS, March 24 — Parisians yesterday voted in a referendum to pedestrianise a further 500 of the city's streets, giving fresh momentum to efforts by the French capital's left-leaning town hall to curb car usage and improve air quality.

ISTANBUL, March 24 — A Turkish court yesterday jailed Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, President Tayyip Erdogan's main political rival, pending trial on corruption charges, in a move likely to inflame the country's biggest protests in more than a decade.

CAIRO, March 24 — An Israeli airstrike in southern Gaza killed a Hamas political leader, Salah al-Bardaweel, yesterday, the group said, as Palestinian officials put the death toll from nearly 18 months of conflict at over 50,000.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 24 — The police will conduct an internal investigation into allegations of misconduct by three police personnel while they were conducting a roadblock at the Mines junction in Sri Kembangan at noon yesterday.

By Danial Dzulkifly SHAH ALAM, March 24 — The Urban Renewal Act (URA) has sparked debate on the future of Malaysia’s ageing urban landscape, with proponents arguing it presents an opportunity to revitalise dilapidated townships, while critics warn of the risks of gentrification and...

BUKIT MERTAJAM, March 23 — The National Unity Ministry (KPN) aims to establish more Progressive Rukun Tetangga (RT) this year to help boost the local economy in such communities.

By Norrasyidah Arshad SHAH ALAM, March 23 — The Selangor Tahfiz al-Quran Institutions Association (Pitas) is set to open a tahfiz teacher training centre at a cost of RM5 million to produce professionals adept at handling all aspects of teaching. Pitas chairman Muhamad Hafiz Muhamad Haneefa...

JERUSALEM, March 23 — Israel’s security cabinet approved a plan to separate 13 Jewish settlements in the Israeli-occupied West Bank in Palestine from their neighbouring communities, Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said today.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 23 — Over 120 participants, including cybercrime investigators and digital forensics experts from 40 countries worldwide, will take part in the Cyber Games 2025 from May 20 to 23.

SEGAMAT, March 23 — Two sets of Electric Train Service (ETS) coaches are expected to arrive in April and will be operational by August after going through necessary trials.

BEIJING, March 23 — Chinese Premier Li Qiang urged countries to open up their markets to combat “rising instability and uncertainty” at a business forum in Beijing today, as China braces for further United States tariff headwinds.

KUCHING, March 23 — The Women, Family and Community Development Ministry (KPWKM) has no plan to request additional allocation for flood relief assistance in affected states for now.

JITRA, March 23 — Authorities have been urged to adopt a measured approach in dealing with the rise of so-called “fake beggars” at Ramadan bazaars and mosque compounds during the fasting month.

By Sheeda Fathil GOMBAK, March 23 — Menteri Besar Selangor (Incorporated), or MBI, today channelled RM750,000 in aid to 1,500 residents here in conjunction with Aidilfitri. Menteri Besar Dato’ Seri Amirudin Shari said the contribution was directed to residents in the Sungai Tua, Gombak Setia...

TAIPING, March 23 — Schools should apply for maintenance funds to repair building infrastructure and ensure student safety, said Deputy Education Minister Wong Kah Woh.

KUALA LUMPUR, MArch 23 — The Foreign Ministry has introduced the halal logos for Asean through a short video on TikTok, making it easier for Muslim consumers to identify valid logos while travelling to neighbouring countries.

KEPALA BATAS, March 23 — The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (Matrade) targets new emerging markets this year to strengthen and enhance the country’s trade and economy.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 23 — Bandar Tun Razak MP Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail has urged women to step forward with confidence and take on greater roles in national development, serving as agents of change for a more prosperous society.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 23 — An efficient forecasting system and swift response to weather changes are crucial in reducing disaster risks, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.