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Malaysia's halal system fosters economic growth
Jutamas Tadthiemrom, Published on 28/09/2025
» Kuala Lumpur: Malaysia is considered a major driving force in the global halal economy, with major export destinations like China, Singapore, the US and Japan, highlighting the country's role as a major supplier of high-quality halal goods.
Hezbollah says it refuses to be disarmed one year after leader's killing
AFP, Published on 28/09/2025
» BEIRUT (LEBANON) - Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem said the group would not allow itself to be disarmed on Saturday as he addressed supporters marking one year since the killing by Israel of his predecessor Hassan Nasrallah.
‘Morgue is full’: How Kenyan starvation cult kept killing
AFP, Published on 25/09/2025
» MALINDI, Kenya - The discovery of body parts and skeletons strewn around an isolated village in coastal Kenya has stoked fears that a doomsday starvation cult which claimed hundreds of lives has survived despite a major police operation.
South Korean ex-first lady faces bribery trial
Published on 24/09/2025
» SEOUL - Kim Keon Hee, the wife of ousted former South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol, appeared in court on Wednesday at the start of her corruption trial, part of a criminal investigation that has ensnared high-profile political and religious figures.
Turkey jails comedian, rapper over joke deemed offensive to Islam
Reuters, Published on 24/09/2025
» ANKARA — Turkey jailed two men late on Tuesday pending trial after prosecutors said their online show included a joke referencing a hadith or teaching of the Prophet Muhammad, which they allege could incite religious hatred.
Thai firms tap into Halal market boom
News, Jutamas Tadthiemrom, Published on 23/09/2025
» This year's edition of the Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS), organised by the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE), welcomed over 45,000 visitors from about 100 countries. The exhibition featured about 2,400 booths set up by participants from over 80 countries which are part of the event's International Sourcing Programme (ISP).
S. Korea court issues arrest warrant for Unification Church leader: Yonhap
AFP, Published on 23/09/2025
» SEOUL - A Seoul court on Tuesday issued an arrest warrant for Unification Church leader Han Hak-ja over allegations of bribery linked to a former first lady and incitement to destroy evidence, the Yonhap news agency reported.
Malaysia tells performers, concertgoers to dress modestly
Online Reporters, Published on 22/09/2025
» MALAYSIA - Concertgoers in Malaysia are being urged to dress modestly, behave responsibly and respect the country’s cultural and religious sensitivities, under newly updated performance guidelines issued by the Ministry of Communications, according to The Star.
Fears over Jewish New Year event in Phuket
Post Reporters, Published on 21/09/2025
» PHUKET: Patong municipality has denied authorising any public Jewish New Year celebrations on Patong Beach, following reports the event would take place from Sept 22–23.
Why is everyone becoming so self-righteous?
Oped, Published on 18/09/2025
» It feels increasingly difficult nowadays to avoid righteousness; or, worse, self-righteousness. We are constantly being told what to do by those who supposedly have seen the light. For example, I was recently scolded by a colleague for suggesting that my own employer should aim to hire the best people, regardless of their sex or race. I was struck by the confidence that this person felt in instructing me on what I should value; it felt high-handed and uninformed.