The date of the pre-season match for our men’s team against Johor Darul Ta’zim has been amended. Originally scheduled to take place on Tuesday 11 August, the final fixture of the Blues’ 2026 pre-season tour will now be played on Sunday 9 August (kick-off 8pm MYT) at Sultan Ibrahim Stadium. This has been mutually agreed between both clubs, in order to assist with scheduling and preparations ahead of the 2026/27 campaign.We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause supporters. For those who have already purchased tickets, they remain…
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Freshfields has advised Prudential on its 35-billion-rupee ($366 million) acquisition of a 75 percent stake in Indian insurance company Bharti Life from Bharti Life Ventures and 360 ONE Asset Management for, with AZB & Partners representing the sellers.The deal is among the largest control acquisitions in the Indian insurance sector by a foreign investor following the recent liberalisation of the FDI regime and is part of a strategic repositioning of Prudential’s India operations. Upon completion, Prudential’s Indian operations will consist of majority-owned Bharti Life Insurance and Prudential HCL Health Insurance, and minority shareholdings in ICICI Prudential Asset Management (35 percent) and…
Sustainable Fisheries: Shanghai holds ceremony for 10th anniversary of PSMA’s Entry into Force news.cgtn.com Source link
Newsfrom Japan Society Jun 9, 2026 15:10 (JST) Tokyo, June 9 (Jiji Press)–A Japanese team of researchers has found that cats prefer silver vine, known in Japan as “matatabi,” over catnip, both regarded as cat attractants.According to a study by the team of Iwate University and Nagoya University, many free-roaming cats exhibited typical behavior of rubbing against and rolling around in silver vine, choosing the plant over catnip in most cases.The findings were published in an online edition of the Journal of Chemical Ecology.Masao Miyazaki, professor at Iwate University, said that the study has shown that cats’ reactions were not…
Hong Kong’s anti-corruption chief has said trust is the real currency of finance, with an official from mainland China’s watchdog pledging to continue fostering a clean business environment and deepen regional cooperation.At an Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) seminar on Tuesday, Danny Woo Ying-ming, commissioner of the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC), said corruption harmed prosperity at its core and attacked the very foundations of society.“Integrity … is the unseen foundation that sustains prosperity, stability and hope,” he said.“Among the many priorities for deepening reform and expanding high-standard opening up, integrity stands as a central and non-negotiable principle.”The seminar on “Promoting…
Norway Ambassador Mariann Ruud Hagen (fourth left) and Executive Director of the Center for Southeast Asian Studies (CSEAS), Indonesia, Arisman (fifth left) in Jakarta, June 8 2026 Photo: ANTARA FOTO/HO-CSEAS A new regional partnership between Norway and ASEAN aims to reshape how Southeast Asia uses its oceans, with a focus on fishing, food production and long-term sustainability, Antara News reports. The initiative, launched in Jakarta on Monday, brings together governments and experts to strengthen what is known as the “blue economy” – the economic use of ocean resources in a more sustainable way. “For Norway, sustainable ocean management and the…
As the hospital enters its next phase of growth, our focus remains on supporting the highest standards of quality, patient safety and clinical governance, while strengthening the connections between Dubai and the wider King’s network. By bringing together clinicians, healthcare professionals and leaders across our international platforms, we are creating new opportunities to share knowledge, innovation and best practice, helping to advance healthcare delivery for patients in Dubai and across the communities we serve.” said Roy Clarke, Chief Financial Officer of King’s College Hospital London. Source link
Why North Korea depends on Chinapublished at 06:36 BST 8 June06:36 BST 8 JuneSuranjana TewariAsia Business Correspondent China is North Korea’s most important economic partner, accounting for the majority of the country’s official trade.That relationship has become even more important as North Korea faces heavy international sanctions over its nuclear weapons programme.Trade between the two countries remains strong this year. In the first two months of 2026, bilateral trade rose 22% compared with the same period in 2025.North Korea gets most of its imports from China, including fuel, food, electronics, machinery, vehicles and textiles – giving Beijing significant influence over…
Anadolu staff09 June 2026•Update: 09 June 2026Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono has reaffirmed Indonesia’s commitment to supporting inclusive and sustainable peace in Myanmar during a visit to Naypyidaw, where he met with President Min Aung Hlaing, state-run media reported on Tuesday.According to Indonesia’s Foreign Ministry, Sugiono delivered a message from Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto emphasizing Jakarta’s support for efforts aimed at resolving Myanmar’s prolonged conflict and restoring stability, according to Antara news agency.Indonesia is ready to cooperate with all stakeholders in Myanmar to resolve the conflict peacefully, Sugiono said.He stressed that any peace process must be led and owned by Myanmar…
Oil prices fell nearly 1 percent after Israel and Iran suspended air strikes against each other following an appeal by US President Donald Trump. US West Texas Intermediate fell 1.3 percent to $90.13 a barrel at 06:00 GMT, while Brent crude futures declined 1 percent to $94.38 a barrel. Oil prices rose more than 4 percent on Monday after Israel and Iran renewed attacks, jeopardising the possibility of a peace deal and a reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. “While there is some relief from the latest pause in direct strikes, investors are not convinced the truce will hold,” Tim…