Новости за 08.04.2024

ARMED with the most storied surname in United States politics, Robert F. Kennedy’s wildcard shot for the presidency holds a clear and present danger for Joe Biden’s hopes of a second term in the White House.

FOREIGN policy, the economy, or Kim Jong-un’s nukes might be expected to top the agenda ahead of South Korea’s crucial parliamentary election tomorrow.

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In the past, not all Muslims celebrated Aidilfitri as it fell on different days in different parts of the world. This year may be different as astronomical calculations point to a 30-day Ramadan.

INGRAM, United States: Eclipse mania was gripping North America on Monday as a breathtaking celestial event offered a rare convergence of commercial and scientific opportunities – and an excuse to party.

JAKARTA: At least 12 people were killed in Indonesia on Monday when a car crashed into a bus and another car on a busy highway as people travel to celebrate Eid-al-Fitr with families, a minister said.

PUTRAJAYA: The Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) will be meeting the relevant authorities soon to coordinate their actions in addressing the issue of a Vern’s shoe logo which allegedly resembles the word ‘Allah’.

KUALA LUMPUR: Queen of Malaysia Raja Zarith Sofiah said she was moved to be reunited with a special child Tay Xiu Jin whom Her Majesty first met eight years ago.

NILAI: Two individuals lost their lives following an accident between a car and a truck on Bukit Mantin Road, earlier this morning.

KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 42 buses have been issued Vehicle Use Prohibition Notices (PG1) for violation of technical regulations in the 2024 Ops Hari Raya Aidilfitri implemented since April 1 nationwide.

KUALA LUMPUR: Traffic flow on several major highways was reported to be smooth as of 9pm today, with no severe congestion reported.

KUALA LUMPUR: Asian champion Ng Eain Yow achieved a career-high ranking of No. 16 on the men's PSA Tour following his victory at the German Open in Hamburg on Sunday.

KUALA LUMPUR: MARC Ratings has extended its MARCWatch Negative placement on YNH Property Bhd’s Islamic Medium-Term Notes Programme (Sukuk Wakalah) following a rating downgrade to BBB-IS.  

KUALA LUMPUR: Pakatan Harapan (PH) will focus on continuing the legacy of the late Kuala Kubu Baharu (KKB) assemblywoman Lee Kee Hiong who had served the constituency since 2013.

KOTA BARU: The police have identified the author of several social media posts regarding alleged pedophilia by a teacher in Tumpat, Kelantan police chief Datuk Muhamad Zaki Harun said.

KOTA KINABALU: The winner of Kadazan Dusun Cultural Association (KDCA) Johor branch Unduk Ngadau 2023, Viru Nikah Terinsip renounced her title today.

KUALA LUMPUR: National karate exponent Lovelly Anne Robberth will not rest on her laurels or be carried away with the two silver medal feat at the 2022 Hangzhou Asian Games but would rather work extra hard to climb up the world ranking.

MISSED what happened today? Here's a glimpse at what happened throughout the country in photographs.

LONDON: The performances of Willy Kambwala and Kobbie Mainoo in yesterday’s 2-2 draw with Liverpool show that Manchester United have a bright future, manager Erik ten Hag said.

TOKYO: World champion Max Verstappen has questioned the wisdom of throwing Formula One drivers into a sprint weekend on their return to Shanghai International Circuit for the first time since 2019 later this month.

AUGUSTA: Five storylines to follow as the best players in the world descend upon Augusta National Golf Club this week for the April 11-14 Masters.

KUALA LUMPUR: Israeli national Shalom Avitan, 38, who was detained with six pistols and 200 rounds of ammunition at a hotel here on March 27, is expected to be charged in court this Friday.

AUGUSTA: Tiger Woods is part of the conversation every time the Masters rolls around and this year will be no different even though the five-time champion is a longshot who has been severely limited when it comes to competition due to health reasons.

KOTA KINABALU: Sabah must draw up strategies to attract high-value tourists instead of relying on budget travellers, said Sabah Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu) women’s chief, Rahimah Majid, today.