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Japan launches DOGE-inspired office to slash budget waste
Japan launches a DOGE-inspired government office to cut budget waste and review spending, aiming to ensure fiscal sustainability amid a massive stimulus package.
Satellites help locate Ukrainian children abducted by Russia
Satellite imagery has identified 210 camps in Russia holding Ukrainian children, with researchers estimating 36,000 have been abducted since the conflict began.
NATO jets scramble as Russian drones crash in Romania and Moldova
Russian drones crash in Romania and Moldova after massive strikes on Ukraine, prompting NATO jet deployments and diplomatic protests.
Japan scrambles jets over suspected Chinese drone near Taiwan
Japan scrambled fighter jets after a suspected Chinese drone was spotted near Taiwan, escalating a diplomatic row over planned missile deployments on Yonaguni island.
Volkswagen can now build cars fully in China for the first time
Volkswagen can now develop cars entirely in China for the first time, marking a strategic shift to compete better in the world's largest automotive market.
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TM Perak removes copper cables to curb theft and vandalism
TM Perak is removing old copper cables to fight theft, but vandals are now cutting fibre lines, causing major service disruptions for thousands.
Anti-bully bill tabled in parliament with new tribunal
A new anti-bullying bill proposes a dedicated tribunal to handle complaints, with powers to order apologies, content removal and compensation up to RM250,000.
Malaysia boosts nursing graduates, offers permanent posts to tackle shortage
Malaysia's health ministry ramps up nursing graduate output and offers permanent posts to thousands of contract staff to address a critical shortage of medical professionals.
Indonesia warns of more rain as Sumatra flood death toll hits 442
Indonesia forecasts more rain as Sumatra floods and landslides leave 442 dead, 402 missing, and displace over 290,000 people.
