Fernandez strike seals crucial Chelsea victory as pressure mounts on Postecoglou at Tottenham

LONDON, April 4 — Chelsea moved up to fourth in the Premier League as Enzo Fernandez’s decisive goal secured a 1-0 victory over struggling Tottenham, intensifying the pressure on Spurs manager Ange Postecoglou.‍

US fencer disqualified for refusing to compete against transgender opponent in women's event.

WASHINGTON, April 4 — A fencer was disqualified from a US women’s foil event after refusing to compete against a transgender opponent, an incident that has since gone viral online.‍

Trump dismisses national security officials after far-right influencer raises doubts about their loyalty.

WASHINGTON, April 4 — Donald Trump dismissed multiple US national security officials following concerns raised by a far-right conspiracy theorist in a White House meeting, US media reported yesterday.‍

April 4, 2025
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Businessman loses RM5.5 million in forex scam involving Vietnamese Dong after placing trust in an unlicensed dealer in Miri.

KUALA LUMPUR, April 4 — A company director lost RM5.5 million after allegedly falling victim to a foreign exchange scam.‍

April 4, 2025
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Gas explosion recovery begins as 85 homes in Putra Heights declared safe for re-entry.

KUALA LUMPUR, April 4 — Police and enforcement officers from the Subang Jaya City Council (MBSJ) continue to maintain strict control at the entrance of Jalan Putra Harmoni, Putra Heights, Subang Jaya, following last Tuesday’s gas pipeline fire.‍

April 4, 2025
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Health Ministry: 48 Putra Heights fire victims still hospitalized, including children with burns covering up to 20% of their bodies.

PUTRAJAYA, April 4 — A total of 48 out of 134 victims from the Putra Heights gas pipeline fire in Subang Jaya, Selangor, remain hospitalized, according to the Health Ministry (MOH).

FIFA chief announces the UK will host the 2035 Women's World Cup as the sole bidder, while the US will host the expanded 2031 finals.

LONDON, April 3 — The United Kingdom is set to host the 2035 Women’s World Cup, with FIFA President Gianni Infantino confirming it as the “one valid bid” for the tournament.

Press Freedom at Risk: Indonesian Activists Criticize New Rule Granting Police Oversight of Foreign Journalists

JAKARTA, April 3 — Indonesian activists have condemned a new regulation allowing police to monitor foreign journalists and researchers working in the country, warning that it threatens press freedom.

Thailand strengthens safety measures for Songkran celebrations following earthquake.

BANGKOK, April 3 — Thailand’s Ministry of Tourism and Sports has assured the public of comprehensive safety measures ahead of the upcoming Songkran celebrations, following last Friday’s powerful earthquake.

April 3, 2025
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Sarawak sets up gas safety corridor to prevent incidents similar to Putra Heights.

KUCHING, April 3 — The Sarawak government has introduced a dedicated safety corridor as part of its risk-control measures to prevent gas-related incidents like the one in Putra Heights, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg.‍

April 3, 2025
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Penang solidifies its status as Malaysia’s leading tuna landing hub, boosting fisheries, processing, and tourism, says state exco.

GEORGE TOWN, April 3 — Beyond its famous street food and picturesque beaches, Penang holds a unique status as Malaysia’s sole tuna landing hub, where prized catches from the Indian Ocean arrive before being exported globally.‍

April 3, 2025
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Putra Heights residents urge better communication and seek clarity on home return, aid, and safety.

PETALING JAYA, April 3 — Residents of Putra Heights affected by the recent gas pipeline fire are calling for clearer and more effective on-the-ground communication.