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Malaysia plans to raise gig workers' subsidised petrol quota to 250 litres
Malaysia's government will discuss raising gig workers' BUDI95 petrol subsidy quota from 200 to 250 litres on May 19.
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Malaysia denies plans for new top 20% income class, prioritizes nationwide BUDI95 fuel subsidy
Malaysia's cabinet has denied considering any new T20 income classification and remains focused on rolling out the BUDI95 fuel subsidy nationwide.
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DAP signals Negeri Sembilan may dissolve assembly after Johor election call
DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke said Negeri Sembilan could dissolve its state assembly immediately if Johor dissolves first and contest all 36 state seats.
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South Korean President Lee and Trump Discuss US-China Summit and Korean Peninsula in Phone Call
South Korea’s Lee Jae Myung and US President Donald Trump held a 30-minute call on May 17 to review US-China summit outcomes and regional security issues.
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Drone strike causes fire near UAE's Barakah nuclear plant, no injuries reported
A drone attack on May 17 caused a fire outside the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in Abu Dhabi, with no injuries or radiological impact reported.
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Malaysia Civil Defence Force urged to stay vigilant as Southwest Monsoon starts
Malaysia’s Civil Defence Force called to remain prepared amid Southwest Monsoon starting May 14 and lasting through September.
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Nearly 60% of Malaysian Workers Overweight or Obese, Health Risks High
Health screenings from 2023-2025 found 59.2% of Malaysian workers overweight or obese, with rising risks of diabetes and other conditions.
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Tata Electronics and ASML sign agreement to build India’s first semiconductor fab in Gujarat
Tata Electronics and ASML signed a deal to build India’s first front-end semiconductor fabrication plant in Gujarat, with Tata investing $11 billion.
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White House Hosts Mass Prayer Event on National Mall to Mark America's 250th Anniversary
The White House held a nine-hour mass prayer event on May 17 on the National Mall to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary and reaffirm its Christian heritage.
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Swatch-Audemars Piguet Royal Pop watch launch triggers chaos and store closures worldwide
Swatch's Royal Pop watch launch on May 16 sparked large crowds, fights, police interventions, and store closures in major cities globally.
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Rwandan genocide suspect Felicien Kabuga dies in custody in The Hague
Felicien Kabuga, accused of a key role in the 1994 Rwanda genocide, died in UN custody in The Hague on May 16, 2026.
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OpenAI partners with Malta to offer free one-year ChatGPT Plus to residents
OpenAI and Malta government launched a program giving free one-year ChatGPT Plus to Maltese residents who complete an AI training course starting May 2026.
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander wins second straight NBA MVP as Thunder lead Spurs in finals
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was named NBA MVP for the second consecutive season while leading the Thunder in a tight Western Conference finals series against the Spurs.
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Soldier dies after falling from horse at Royal Windsor Horse Show
A soldier from the King's Troop Royal Horse Artillery died after falling from a horse at the Royal Windsor Horse Show on May 15.
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Napoli clinches Champions League place as Juventus lose at home; Roma rises to fourth
Napoli secured a Champions League spot with a 3-0 win over Pisa on May 17 as Juventus lost to Fiorentina, while Roma moved to fourth after beating Lazio.
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arXiv to Ban Authors for One Year Over Unchecked AI-Generated Paper Content
arXiv will suspend researchers for one year if they submit AI-generated content without proper verification, starting in May 2026.
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US and Iran Exchange Peace Proposals Amid Fragile Ceasefire and Stalled Talks
The US and Iran have exchanged multiple peace proposals to end their ongoing conflict, with a fragile ceasefire in place since April 8.
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BN and Pakatan Harapan to contest all 56 seats in Johor state election amid coalition tensions
Barisan Nasional and Pakatan Harapan will each contest all 56 Johor state seats as Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim signals possible snap general election.
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Israeli airstrikes kill at least 4 Palestinians in Gaza amid ongoing violence
Israeli airstrikes killed at least four Palestinians in the Gaza Strip on May 17, including charity workers and one near Khan Younis.
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Yasser Abbas elected to Fatah Central Committee at first congress in nearly 10 years
Yasser Abbas, son of Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, was elected to the Fatah Central Committee on May 17, 2026.
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Nepali Sherpas Kami Rita and Lhakpa Sherpa set new Everest summit records
Kami Rita Sherpa reached Everest's summit for a 32nd time and Lhakpa Sherpa for an 11th on May 17, 2026.
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Jose Mourinho set to return as Real Madrid head coach replacing Alvaro Arbeloa
Jose Mourinho is in final talks to become Real Madrid head coach on a two-year deal, replacing interim coach Alvaro Arbeloa at season end.
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Senate Parliamentarian Blocks $1 Billion Security Funding for Trump’s White House Ballroom
Senate Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough ruled May 16-17 that $1 billion in federal funding for Secret Service upgrades tied to Trump’s White House ballroom cannot be included under budget reconciliation rules.
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Sri Lanka arrests over 1,000 foreign cybercrime suspects in 2026 surge
Sri Lankan police have arrested more than 1,000 foreign nationals linked to cybercrime this year, a sharp rise from previous years.