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ICE agent Christian Castro arrested in Texas for Minnesota shooting case
ICE agent Christian Castro was arrested in Texas on May 29 for shooting a Venezuelan man in Minneapolis in January.
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Malaysia demands refund from Norway after missile deal cancellation, seeks US alternatives
Malaysia called on Norway to expedite refunds following Norway's revocation of a €124 million naval missile contract, while exploring US missile options.
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Former Hong Kong journalist union head jailed 5 days for obstructing police
Ronson Chan, ex-chairman of Hong Kong Journalists Association, begins 5-day jail term after appeal fails in obstruction case.
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AI Startup Shift Offers Free NYC Home Cleaning to Record Robot Training Footage
Shift launched a free home cleaning service in New York City on May 28 that records video to train household robots.
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China Condemns Japan-Philippines Maritime Boundary Talks as Illegal
China condemned maritime boundary negotiations between Japan and the Philippines as illegal and lodged formal protests on May 29.
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UPKO applies to join Gabungan Rakyat Sabah coalition to strengthen state unity
United Progressive Kinabalu Organisation submitted an application to join the Gabungan Rakyat Sabah coalition on May 29, 2026.
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Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim may call early election amid coalition tensions
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said he may call a snap general election if ruling coalition tensions worsen.
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UK awards £322,000 contract to develop AI to estimate asylum seekers' ages
The UK Home Office has contracted AI firm Akhter Computers Ltd to develop facial recognition technology to estimate asylum seekers' ages starting mid-2027.
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Singapore influencer fined S$3,500 for advertising vapes on Telegram
Eunice Joy Ng was fined S$3,500 on May 29 for advertising vapes for sale on Telegram in late 2025.
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New clockwise and anticlockwise signs debut at four Singapore Circle Line stations
Singapore launched new clockwise and anticlockwise directional signs at four Circle Line stations today ahead of full loop completion in July.
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Screenings of Malaysian film 'Konspirasi' halted nationwide at producers' request
Producers of Malaysian film Konspirasi halted its screenings across 120 cinemas on May 28, 2026.
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MACC probes RM24 million Bukit Jalil Stadium upgrade over tender irregularities
Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission investigates claims of irregularities in RM24 million Bukit Jalil National Stadium upgrading project.
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White House launches Aliens.gov site to publicize ICE immigration data
The White House unveiled Aliens.gov on May 28, 2026, a website using extraterrestrial themes to display ICE immigration enforcement activity nationwide.
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Erin Patterson's appeal against triple murder conviction set for August in Victoria
Erin Patterson will appeal her 2025 conviction for poisoning three relatives in a hearing scheduled for August 19-20, 2026.
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California Assembly passes 'Protect Our Games Act' to secure game access after service ends
California State Assembly approved bill AB 1921 requiring game publishers to ensure access or refunds when online services end.
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Malaysian family removed from AirAsia X flight over specialised child restraint seat dispute
A Malaysian family was removed from an AirAsia X flight on May 26 after a disagreement over a specialised child safety seat for their daughter with cerebral palsy.
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Surrey Hills founder Pang Gek Teng charged with cheating and breach of trust
Pang Gek Teng, former Surrey Hills Holdings CEO, faces 12 charges including cheating and criminal breach of trust.
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Vincent Tan weighing sale of remaining 30% stake in Prudential Assurance Malaysia
Billionaire Vincent Tan is in early talks to sell his 30% stake in Prudential Assurance Malaysia, following a 19% sale earlier this year.
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China braces for peak El Nino weather effects in autumn and winter 2026
China's climate authorities report El Nino has begun and will peak this autumn and winter, raising risks of heavy rains and power surges in southern regions.
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Johor state assembly schedules one-day sitting on June 22, fueling dissolution speculation
Johor state assembly plans a single-day sitting on June 22 without Q&A, sparking talk of possible early state election.
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Malaysian immigration system crashes nationwide, causing hours-long border delays
Malaysia’s immigration system MyIMMs crashed nationwide on May 28, causing long delays and stranding thousands at border checkpoints.
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Former Singapore police officer jailed and caned for molesting teens and recording sexual acts
Sharizal Shafi’ee was sentenced to three years in jail and four strokes of the cane for molesting minors and producing child abuse material.
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El Niño and Indian Ocean Dipole raise haze risk in Singapore from June to October 2026
Singapore faces higher haze risk from June to October 2026 due to expected El Niño and positive Indian Ocean Dipole conditions.
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Pokemon Center Singapore to reopen July 1 with new design and exclusive merchandise
Pokemon Center Singapore will reopen July 1 at Jewel Changi Airport after refurbishment, featuring a refreshed interior, new merchandise, and event space.