KUALA LUMPUR: Former Malaysian prime minister Mahathir Mohamad is among individuals being investigated in connection with a graft probe involving his sons, the head of Malaysia’s Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) said on Thursday (Apr 25). The investigation comes amid a widening crackdown on graft involving prominent political figures, including those seen as…
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See AllThe US Supreme Court is preparing to hear arguments on presidential immunity that could have implications for election subversion criminal cases against former president Donald Trump. The justices will convene on April 25, though they may take months to give an opinion, while federal trials are on hold. Caroline Malone reports.
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View MoreSINGAPORE: A 51-year-old American man who was extradited to Singapore last year was sentenced to 39 months’ jail on Thursday (Apr 25) for running a fraudulent multi-million dollar foreign exchange investment scheme. Michael Philip Atkins, whose scheme collected about S$18 million (US$13.2 million) from more than 1,000 investors, was convicted of…
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View MoreIn addition to business leaders, Blinken will also meet with local officials and students before heading to Beijing for talks on Friday with his counterpart, Foreign Minister Wang Yi, and a likely meeting with President Xi Jinping. Blinken also attended a basketball game and dined at a steamed bun restaurant…
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View MoreBEIJING : Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi has locked in 75,723 orders for its sporty SU7 electric sedan as of April 24, and aims to deliver over 10,000 units in June, founder Lei Jun said on Thursday.The delivery target sets a record for an electric vehicle (EV) startup, Lei said during…
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View MoreWith the mercury rising on Singapore’s shores, the idea of a winter break in the months ahead comes as welcome relief. Nestled near the southernmost edge of Western Australia in the Pemberton wine region lies Ampersand Estates, a haven awaiting discovery. Say hello to sweater weather, with temperatures lingering between 10…