Japan and Australia's women's teams accuse the Asian Football Confederation of ignoring calls for equal prize money with the men's tournament.

Consultant forensic psychiatrist Dr Chua Sze Hung, 43, said the victim exhibited more suicide risk factors than protective factors at the time of the incident, according to a Malay daily. PETALING JAYA: The death of 13-year-old Zara Qairina Mahathir is most consistent with suicide, a forensic psychiatric expert told the Coroners Court today, citing findings []

President Lee Jae Myung warns of a prolonged economic storm as Seoul proposes a USD 17.2 billion crisis budget to counter surging oil prices and inflation.

Bentong district police chief Supt Zaiham Mohd Kahar said all the individuals involved arrived in a safe condition at the Bentong IPDaround 9.30 pm yesterday. KUANTAN: A woman and her five children, who were previously reported missing since Monday (March 30), were found safe after they came to the Bentong district police headquarters (IPD) here []

French President Emmanuel Macron travels to South Korea, seeking stronger ties on AI and energy after a Japan visit marked by veiled criticism of the US.

Malaysia is reviewing its need to import plastic waste and may introduce a quota system, with a key engagement session planned soon. PUTRAJAYA:The government is currently studying the countrys actual need to import plastic waste, with an engagement session on the matter to be held soon, said Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Chief Commissioner Tan Sri []

The government plans 18 waste-to-energy plants to boost renewable power, cut landfill use and support national energy transition goals. MELAKA:The ongoing conflict in West Asiais triggering major ripple effects across global energy markets, strengthening the case for Malaysia to accelerate waste-to-energy (WtE) development as a renewable power source. Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor []

The Natural Resources Ministry will table a detailed hot weather forecast to cabinet, with potential interventions like cloud seeding to be discussed. KUALA LUMPUR: The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) plans to submit a detailed weather forecast report on the current dry and hot weather to the Cabinet next week. Minister of []

Malaysia's Multi-Agency Task Force has arrested 3,523 individuals and seized RM6.87 billion in assets since 2023, targeting complex criminal syndicates and corruption. PUTRAJAYA: The Multi-Agency Task Force (MATF) has made 3,523 arrests between 2023 and 2025. These resulted from major operations including Ops Samba 2.0, Ops Taufan, and Ops Yellow. MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri []

Major Chinese carriers raise fuel surcharges on domestic routes from Sunday as Middle East conflict drives up global oil prices.

Former Iranian foreign minister Kamal Kharazi was seriously wounded and his wife killed in a reported US-Israeli strike on his Tehran home.

Liverpool manager Arne Slot hopes Mohamed Salah can enhance his legendary status at the club by inspiring a strong finish to the season.

Anti-corruption advocates and MPs call for urgent gazetting of the Political Financing Act to combat complex corruption and ensure transparency

Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni denies racially abusing Vinicius Junior, claiming he was punished without evidence as UEFA investigates the incident.

England manager Thomas Tuchel casts doubt on Phil Foden's World Cup place after the forward's struggles in a recent friendly defeat to Japan.

A Threads post questioning a father's late-night checks on his 20-year-old daughter has sparked intense debate about parental boundaries and cultural norms.

Tenaga Nasional Bhd refutes viral claims of a tariff increase, clarifying costs are adjusted via a regulated monthly mechanism

A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake has triggered a tsunami warning for coasts within 1,000 km, including parts of Malaysia and the Philippines.

Minister Zulkifli Hasan held a dialogue with Malaysian students in Saudi Arabia, discussing religious matters and haj preparations during his official visit

Tour operators face diesel costs as MATTA urges subsidies and fuel surcharges to sustain tourism sector now

Royal Malaysian Customs in Perak foiled five smuggling attempts, seizing electric bikes, frozen meat, rice, and tiles worth RM2.4 million in duties. IPOH: The Royal Malaysian Customs Department in Perak has foiled five smuggling attempts involving goods with an estimated total value of RM2.4 million, inclusive of duties and taxes. The seizures occurred during raids []

A 27-year-old achieves straight As in SPM, inspiring others to pursue education regardless of age or past struggles

India raises aviation fuel and commercial cooking gas prices due to Middle East conflict, but shields domestic airlines from the full global cost surge.

SANYA, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 1 April 2026 - On March 30, the torch relay of the 6th Asian Beach Games took place in Sanya, China. A total of 74 torchbearers ran a roughly 10.5-kilometer relay along Sanya Bay, igniting enthusiasm as they passed golden beaches, city streets, and the sea.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim commends the Road Transport Department on its 80th anniversary, calling for stronger enforcement and improved service quality to uphold public trust. KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim paid tribute to the Road Transport Department (JPJ) on its 80th anniversary today. In a Facebook post, Anwar called on the agency []

TOKYO, JAPAN - Media OutReach Newswire - 1 April 2026 - Tenchijin Inc., a space-tech innovator transforming sustainable water infrastructure management, is pleased to announce its participation in ASIAWATER 2026, the regions leading platform for the water and wastewater industry in developing Asia.

Campaign invites regional travellers to rediscover Southern Thailand through exclusive privileges and curated local experiences BANGKOK, THAILAND - Media OutReach Newswire - 1 April 2026 - The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) announces the launch of Amazing Thailand Passport Privileges @ HAT YAI, a series of on-the-ground initiatives designed to revitalize tourism across Southern Thailand. []

BAM plans stricter enforcement of exit clauses, requiring players who leave early to pay up to RM500,000 and risk sanctions including bans.

TESLAMalaysia has confirmed that the Tesla Model Y L will be launched locally on April 1, following a teaser posted on its official Instagram story. Originally introduced as a China-market model, the Model Y L is now expanding into right-hand drive markets, with launches already underway in markets such as Australia and Thailand. In Australia, []

SMJK Chan Wa in Seremban is set for a major upgrade with a RM1 million donation for a new four-storey building featuring modern classrooms and a library

Vancouver, British Columbia - Newsfile Corp. - March 31, 2026 - Thunderstruck Resources Ltd. (TSXV: AWE) (OTC: THURF) (the "Company" or "Thunderstruck") is pleased to announce that Zhaojin International Gold Co. Ltd. (SZSE: 000506) ("Zhaojin"), a Shenzhen Stock Exchange-listed gold mining company and the owner and operator of Fiji's Vatukoula Gold Mine, intends to make a strategic investment in the Company, marking Zhaojin's first investment in an exploration company.

Harimau Malaya fell 3-1 to Vietnam in their final AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifier, finishing second in Group F but missing out on automatic qualification. NAM DINH: Malaysia concluded their AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifying campaign with a 3-1 defeat to Vietnam at Thien Truong Stadium. The hosts opened the scoring in the sixth minute []

PROVACUNO, the Agro-food Interprofessional Organization of the Spanish beef industry, under the framework of the European Unions promotion program Its Time for EU Beef, invites Filipino households to make the most of this new lifestyle with premium European beef MANILA, PHILIPPINES - Media OutReach Newswire - 31 March 2026 - Hybrid work has become a []

MANILA, PHILIPPINES - Media OutReach Newswire - 31 March 2026 - The year began with a landmark reverse trade mission welcoming Filipino importers and buyers from February 2025, under the banner "It's Time For European Beef Trade Mission for Importers and Buyers The Philippines 2025."

Tenaga Nasional announces a reduced AFA rebate of 0.47 sen/kWh for April, with a forecast for the next three months also provided. KUALA LUMPUR: Tenaga Nasional Bhd (TNB) has announced the Automatic Fuel Adjustment (AFA) rate for April. Consumers will receive a slightly reduced rebate of 0.47 sen per kilowatt hour (kWh). In a post []

Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean, Quebec - Newsfile Corp. - March 31, 2026 - First Phosphate Corp. (CSE: PHOS) (OTCQX: FRSPF) (OTCQX ADR: FPHOY) (FSE: KD0) ("First Phosphate" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the completion of its infill drill program launched on October 21, 2025 at its Bgin-Lamarche property in Saguenay-Lac-St-Jean, Quebec.

Malaysia urged to brace for global geopolitical spillover as Anthony Loke warns of potential energy supply disruptions and calls for prudent consumption.

A Kedah student with spinal bifida achieved 10As in the 2025 SPM, overcoming personal loss, anxiety, and exam disruption from floods.

Anthony Loke says subsidies remain for essential goods transport, despite diesel price adjustments.