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War-ravaged Gaza faces multi-billion dollar reconstruction challenge
Rebuilding Gaza's shattered homes will take at least until 2040, but could drag on for many decades, according to a UN report.
Tue Jan 21 2025
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Adani, under bribery scrutiny, pressed by Bangladesh to reopen power deal
Bangladesh's interim govt accuses energy supplier Adani Power of breaching a multi-billion-dollar agreement by withholding tax benefits.
Fri Dec 20 2024
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Trial begins in Vietnam's largest, multi-billion-dollar financial scam
The trial begins with nearly 90 defendants accused of being part of a $12 billion scam, for which some of them risk the death penalty.
Tue Mar 05 2024
![PM Anwar, PM Lee witness historic RTS Link 'connected' between Malaysia and Singapore PM Anwar, PM Lee witness historic RTS Link 'connected' between Malaysia and Singapore](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/81704945487_TBRTSLink.jpg)
PM Anwar, PM Lee witness historic RTS Link 'connected' between Malaysia and Singapore
This is the first time the two leaders meet on project site, thus strengthening commitment of both countries on the multi-billion ringgit.
Thu Jan 11 2024
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Ex-crypto mogul Sam Bankman-Fried convicted of multi-billion dollar FTX fraud
Sam Bankman-Fried was found guilty of stealing from customers of his now-bankrupt cryptocurrency exchange.
Fri Nov 03 2023
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EXPLAINER - Goldman Sachs and its role in the multi-billion dollar 1MDB scandal
Goldman Sach Group has been investigated by regulators in at least 14 countries for its role in underwriting the 1MDB bond issues.
Thu Oct 12 2023
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Malaysia's Mahathir says 'highly likely' jailed Najib will get royal pardon
Mahathir said delays in various trials related to the multi-billion-dollar corruption scandal of 1MDB would result in justice being denied.
Thu Aug 25 2022
![EXPLAINER - Malaysia's ex-PM Najib and the multi-billion dollar 1MDB scandal EXPLAINER - Malaysia's ex-PM Najib and the multi-billion dollar 1MDB scandal](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-08/51661248912_NajibRazak.jpg)
EXPLAINER - Malaysia's ex-PM Najib and the multi-billion dollar 1MDB scandal
Here's what you should know of the scandal and cases brought against him.
Tue Aug 23 2022
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Malaysia ex-PM Najib begins final bid to set aside 1MDB conviction
Najib starts final attempt to set aside his conviction in a corruption case linked to the multi-billion dollar 1MDB financial scandal.
Mon Aug 15 2022
![France cancels defence meeting with UK over submarine row, sources say France cancels defence meeting with UK over submarine row, sources say](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-09/41632118133_parly.jpg)
France cancels defence meeting with UK over submarine row, sources say
The scrapping of the multi-billion-dollar submarine contract, struck in 2016, has triggered a diplomatic crisis.
Mon Sep 20 2021
![UAE gamers want in on multi-billion-dollar industry UAE gamers want in on multi-billion-dollar industry](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-04/71617854616_DUBAI.jpg)
UAE gamers want in on multi-billion-dollar industry
Young gamers are hosting virtual regional eSports competitions as they shoot to become major players in the multi-billion-dollar industry.
Thu Apr 08 2021
![Najib should focus on case of multi-billion ringgit theft of people's money in 1MDB - Tun Mahathir Najib should focus on case of multi-billion ringgit theft of people's money in 1MDB - Tun Mahathir](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-02/61612347338_sidangmedia.jpg)
Najib should focus on case of multi-billion ringgit theft of people's money in 1MDB - Tun Mahathir
Dr Mahathir said if Najib can remember the issue that occurred in 1987/88, then Najib can remember (the event) that he flaunted the kris.
Wed Feb 10 2021
![Spurned by allies, Saudi rethinks chequebook diplomacy Spurned by allies, Saudi rethinks chequebook diplomacy](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-09/71599020584_SAUDIARABIA.jpg)
Spurned by allies, Saudi rethinks chequebook diplomacy
The wealthy kingdom funnelled billions in aid to its allies and enemies' enemies in a bid to bolster its position as an Arab powerhouse.
Wed Sep 02 2020
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Japan's domestic tourism campaign faces scrutiny as coronavirus spikes in Tokyo
A multi-billion dollar Japanese campaign to boost domestic tourism faced as critics worry about the risks spreading the coronavirus.
Thu Jul 16 2020
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Billion Dollar Whale: The Wrong Tom's Book is Putting Right
Co-author of the Billion Dollar Whale and Wall Street Journal investigative journalist, Tom Wright is a new-found hero for many Malaysians for his part in uncovering the 1MDB scandal.
Tue Sep 25 2018
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Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security
Trump's threats are no way to treat an ally, but unfortunately for him, international law is on Canada's side.
Sun Feb 16 2025
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Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked?
Study suggests that environmental factors, particularly air pollution may be driving the rise in non-smoking-related lung cancer.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71739535661_Congolesepeople.jpg)
UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter
Hundreds of thousands of people are now living in makeshift accommodation, including churches and hospitals, according to UNHCR.
Sun Feb 16 2025
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How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen?
The result is due to be announced on March 9.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/51720518165_OhmatdytChildrenK.jpg)
Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns
Trump says US troops would not be part of any security presence in Ukraine.
Sun Feb 16 2025
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AI is about job transformation, not job displacement, CoachHub says
Over the next decade, AI is expected to redefine job roles rather than eliminate them.
Sun Feb 16 2025
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OpenAI’s new ‘deep research’ agent is still just a fallible tool - not a human level expert
While OpenAI claims its tool rivals human analysts, AI inevitably lacks judgement, scrutiny and expertise that make good research valuable.
Sun Feb 16 2025
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Different songs for different days: Why it’s important to actively chose the music for your mood
The power of music comes from our choices in what to listen to and the human agency we express in this act.
Sun Feb 16 2025
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Britain wants to smash the gangs - but what gangs?
Nearly 700 boats carrying more than 36,800 people crossed the Channel between France and Britain in 2024.
Sun Feb 16 2025
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US sovereign wealth fund: A feasible idea to invest strategically, or a giant opportunity for waste?
Sovereign wealth funds are usually associated with great wealth - Norway's 'oil fund' is estimated to be worth US$1.7 trillion.
Sat Feb 15 2025