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A grab of a video released by the Olympic Broadcasting Services shows Canadian Singer Celine Dion performing on the Eiffel Tower during the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, in Paris, on July 26, 2024. AFP FILE PIX
A grab of a video released by the Olympic Broadcasting Services shows Canadian Singer Celine Dion performing on the Eiffel Tower during the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, in Paris, on July 26, 2024. AFP FILE PIX
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Celine Dion announces comeback following health struggle
MEGASTAR singer Celine Dion on Monday announced her return to performing after a lengthy break...
Protesters ride on motorcycles waving Iranian national flags during a demonstration in support of the government and against US and Israeli strikes outside a mosque in Tehran on Feb 28, 2026. - (Photo by ATTA KENARE / AFP)
Protesters ride on motorcycles waving Iranian national flags during a demonstration in support of the government and against US and Israeli strikes outside a mosque in Tehran on Feb 28, 2026. - (Photo by ATTA KENARE / AFP)
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Iran bans sports participation in 'hostile' countries until further notice
ISTANBUL - Iran’s Ministry of Sports and Youth announced on Thursday that national teams and clubs...
Although pickleball was originally created in 1965 as a casual family game, the sport’s transition into a faster-paced style of play is now beginning to reveal a "dark side” for players who lack adequate physical preparation. Photo by Bernama
Although pickleball was originally created in 1965 as a casual family game, the sport’s transition into a faster-paced style of play is now beginning to reveal a "dark side” for players who lack adequate physical preparation. Photo by Bernama
Sports
Pickleball’s ‘dark side’: Experts warn of injury risks as sport turns faster
KUALA LUMPUR - Although pickleball was originally created in 1965 as a casual family game, the...
Former Formula One driver Alex Yoong. Bernama FILE PIX
Former Formula One driver Alex Yoong. Bernama FILE PIX
Sports
Former F1 driver Alex Yoong to coach national e-Racing squad
KUALA LUMPUR - Former Malaysian Formula One driver Alex Yoong has been appointed coach of the...
Zii Jia plays a shot to South Korea's Jin Hyeok Jeon in their men's singles badminton match at the Badminton BWF World Championship in Paris, on August 25, 2025. (Photo by Dimitar DILKOFF / AFP)
Zii Jia plays a shot to South Korea's Jin Hyeok Jeon in their men's singles badminton match at the Badminton BWF World Championship in Paris, on August 25, 2025. (Photo by Dimitar DILKOFF / AFP)
Sports
Zii Jia-BAM combo can boost Thomas Cup bid - Taufiq
KUALA LUMPUR - The combination of professional players and those under the Badminton Association of...
MAS will make an official announcement regarding the appointment of foreign coaches for the national diving and swimming squads once all processes are finalised. - Bernama file photo
MAS will make an official announcement regarding the appointment of foreign coaches for the national diving and swimming squads once all processes are finalised. - Bernama file photo
Sports
Diving: It’s performance, not age, that matters
KUALA LUMPUR - Malaysia Aquatics (MAS) has acknowledged concerns over the stagnation of several...
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How a ‘Hyperactive’ Student Became Malaysia’s Chess Powerhouse
What do the lightning-fast reflexes of a badminton court and the silent, calculated intensity of a...
Among the athletes who received the incentive were Tan Sri Dr M Jegathesan, Gladys Chai Ng Mei, Khoo Chong Beng, V. Subramaniam, Datuk Rabuan Pit, Datuk M. Rajamani and Datuk Zaiton Othman. - Bernama photo
Among the athletes who received the incentive were Tan Sri Dr M Jegathesan, Gladys Chai Ng Mei, Khoo Chong Beng, V. Subramaniam, Datuk Rabuan Pit, Datuk M. Rajamani and Datuk Zaiton Othman. - Bernama photo
Sports
Malaysia athletics honours past greats with incentive payments
KUALA LUMPUR - Malaysia Athletics (MA) settled the payment of reward incentives to former track and...
US former tennis player Serena Williams. Photo by Michael Tran/AFP FILE PIX
US former tennis player Serena Williams. Photo by Michael Tran/AFP FILE PIX
Sports
Serena Williams refuses to rule out return to tennis
LOS ANGELES - Serena Williams has reignited speculation that she could make a return to tennis,...
Hyrox is an indoor fitness competition that combines endurance running with functional strength workouts. Photo: Hyrox
Hyrox is an indoor fitness competition that combines endurance running with functional strength workouts. Photo: Hyrox
HEALTH
Yes, it’s happening: Hyrox lands in Kuala Lumpur this December
MALAYSIA is set to join the global Hyrox circuit, with Kuala Lumpur expected to host its first Hyrox...
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A man who shot his younger brother dead and threatened to shoot anyone approaching their house compound in Kampung Kangkawang, Tenom, on Sunday, was shot dead by the police.
A man who shot his younger brother dead and threatened to shoot anyone approaching their house compound in Kampung Kangkawang, Tenom, on Sunday, was shot dead by the police.
Man kills brother, shot dead by police in Tenom
A displaced Palestinian child waves a Palestinian flag as he walks on the rubble of a destroyed building at the Bureij camp for refugees in the central Gaza Strip on Sept 22, 2025. - (Photo by EYAD BABA / AFP)
A displaced Palestinian child waves a Palestinian flag as he walks on the rubble of a destroyed building at the Bureij camp for refugees in the central Gaza Strip on Sept 22, 2025. - (Photo by EYAD BABA / AFP)
Palestine marks 50th Land Day anniversary, reiterates rights to self-determination,...
Gas prices are displayed at a 76 gas station located near transmission lines on March 30, 2026 in Pasadena, California. The average price of one gallon of regular self-service gasoline rose to $5.99 today in Los Angeles County, climbing from $4.69 one month ago, amid the ongoing war with Iran. - (Photo by MARIO TAMA / Getty Images via AFP)
Gas prices are displayed at a 76 gas station located near transmission lines on March 30, 2026 in Pasadena, California. The average price of one gallon of regular self-service gasoline rose to $5.99 today in Los Angeles County, climbing from $4.69 one month ago, amid the ongoing war with Iran. - (Photo by MARIO TAMA / Getty Images via AFP)
Iran's Parliament committee approves Strait of Hormuz toll plan: Reports
Datuk Chang Lih Kang
Datuk Chang Lih Kang
Malaysia needs 1,200 nuclear professionals
Education director-general Datuk Dr Mohd Azam Ahmad announced the SPM 2025 results on Tuesday.
Education director-general Datuk Dr Mohd Azam Ahmad announced the SPM 2025 results on Tuesday.
Over 13,000 SPM 2025 candidates achieve top grades across all subjects
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The ‘BASS’ Phenomenon: How Bella Astillah and Syed Saddiq are rewriting the political playbook
Saddiq and Bella (centre) during a meet and greet session to promote his book "Jalan Tegak" published by Karangkraf during the International Book Festival Kuala Lumpur 2025 in May last year. (Photo by Halim Wahid)
Saddiq and Bella (centre) during a meet and greet session to promote his book "Jalan Tegak" published by Karangkraf during the International Book Festival Kuala Lumpur 2025 in May last year. (Photo by Halim Wahid)
MetMalaysia issues thunderstorm, heavy rain warning for Perak, Selangor and KL
Picture for illustrative purposes - File picture
Picture for illustrative purposes - File picture
'It was not me,' Rafizi denies receiving RM9.5mil linked to 'corporate mafia' scandal
Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli. Bernama FILE PIX
Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli. Bernama FILE PIX
'Luckiest man in the world': Syed Saddiq declares love for Bella, embraces her children in emotional engagement speech
Screenshot of Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman and actress Bella Astillah&#039;s engagement ceremony broadcast on Astro Gempak.
Screenshot of Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman and actress Bella Astillah's engagement ceremony broadcast on Astro Gempak.
Drunk driving: How Malaysia’s penalties compare with the world’s strictest laws
A motorcyclist was killed after being hit by a driver believed to be under the influence of alcohol and drugs in an accident along Jalan Raya Barat in Klang near here on Sunday. - Photo: Social media
A motorcyclist was killed after being hit by a driver believed to be under the influence of alcohol and drugs in an accident along Jalan Raya Barat in Klang near here on Sunday. - Photo: Social media
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