Malaysia's Inflation Rises to 2.0% in May 2026 as Food, Housing and Communication Costs Increase

Malaysia’s Inflation Rises to 2.0% in May 2026 as Food, Housing and Communication Costs Increase

Malaysia’s inflation rate edged up to 2.0 percent in May 2026, reflecting higher prices across several essential sectors, according to the Statistics Department Malaysia (DOSM). The Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased to 137.1 points in May 2026 compared with 134.4 points recorded during the same period last year. The latest figures indicate that while inflation […]

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India warns UN Security Council reform will fall short without permanent seat expansion

India warns UN Security Council reform will fall short without permanent seat expansion

India has strongly cautioned that efforts to reform the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) could be considered ineffective if changes focus only on expanding non-permanent membership while leaving the existing power structure untouched. Speaking during the Inter-Governmental Negotiations (IGN) meeting on Security Council reform at the United Nations, India’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador […]

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Iran Launches Missile Strikes on US Bases in Jordan and Bahrain, Raising Fears of Wider Middle East Conflict

Iran Launches Missile Strikes on US Bases in Jordan and Bahrain, Raising Fears of Wider Middle East Conflict

The Middle East witnessed another dramatic escalation today as Iran launched missile attacks against American military installations in Jordan and Bahrain, significantly heightening regional tensions and raising concerns about a broader conflict. Iranian officials warned neighboring Gulf nations that they share a responsibility in preventing the United States and Israel from using their territories for […]

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israel intercepts gaza aid flotilla carrying 430 activists amid rising global criticism

israel intercepts gaza aid flotilla carrying 430 activists amid rising global criticism

Israeli authorities confirmed that around 430 activists travelling aboard the Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla are being transported to Israel after their vessels were intercepted at sea. The flotilla had departed from Turkey last week in an attempt to deliver humanitarian aid and challenge Israel’s long-standing blockade on Gaza. According to Israel’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, […]

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