The Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) has taken decisive action by suspending its secretary general, Noor Azman Rahman, following allegations by FIFA that the country fielded ineligible players in a 2027 Asian Cup qualifier. The controversy stems from falsified documentation involving the players’ grandparents, which led to FIFA suspending seven overseas-born players and imposing a $438,000 fine on FAM. The incident occurred during a June match where Malaysia triumphed over Vietnam with a 4-0 victory.
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Magnitude 6.1 earthquake hits southern Philippines
A magnitude 6.1 earthquake rattled the southern Philippines on Friday, October 17, 2025, as reported by the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The tremor originated near Dapa municipality in Surigao del Norte province, at a depth of approximately 69 kilometers (43 miles). Provincial rescuer Ralph Cadalena confirmed to AFP that there were no immediate reports of casualties or damage, describing the event as a “sudden strong shake” that lasted only briefly. This seismic activity follows a series of powerful quakes that have recently struck the region, including a magnitude 6.9 earthquake in Cebu province, which claimed 76 lives and damaged 72,000 homes, and two subsequent quakes of magnitudes 7.4 and 6.7 in eastern Mindanao, resulting in at least eight fatalities. The Philippines, located on the Pacific “Ring of Fire,” experiences frequent earthquakes due to its position along this seismically active arc. The nation’s deadliest natural disaster occurred in 1976 when an 8.0-magnitude quake off Mindanao’s southwest coast triggered a tsunami, leaving 8,000 people dead or missing. Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely as the region remains vulnerable to further seismic events.
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Clashes break out near Bangladesh parliament as major parties sign a roadmap for change
In a significant development in Bangladesh’s political landscape, major political parties endorsed a roadmap for political reforms proposed by the interim government on Friday. However, the signing ceremony was marred by violent clashes between police and protesters demanding greater recognition for activists who played a pivotal role in ousting former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in August 2024. The protests, centered outside the national Parliament building in Dhaka, saw police deploying tear gas, stun grenades, and batons to disperse demonstrators, resulting in injuries and property damage. The protesters, identifying themselves as part of the 2024 movement that ended Hasina’s 15-year autocratic rule, sought additional welfare guarantees and program provisions for movement participants. The interim government, led by Nobel Peace Prize laureate Muhammad Yunus, facilitated the signing of the ‘July National Charter,’ a nonbinding document aimed at introducing constitutional and legal reforms. The charter proposes measures to enhance checks and balances, impose term limits on legislators, and combat corruption and conflicts of interest. Notably, the Awami League, Hasina’s former party, was excluded from the process, raising questions about the inclusivity of the upcoming February elections. While the Bangladesh Nationalist Party and several other parties signed the charter, some left-wing and student-led groups abstained. Yunus hailed the signings as a step toward a ‘civilized society,’ but concerns persist over the exclusion of key political factions and the broader implications for Bangladesh’s democratic transition.
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Look: UAE-made $25 million self-driving F1 race car ready to compete in Abu Dhabi
The United Arab Emirates has unveiled a groundbreaking innovation in the world of motorsports: a $25 million self-driving Formula One (F1) race car powered entirely by artificial intelligence (AI). Developed by the Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC) in Abu Dhabi, the EAV-25 is a sleek, futuristic vehicle designed to compete without human intervention. Its striking hammerhead shark-inspired design and cutting-edge technologies, including advanced sensor systems, edge computing, and fast mobility stacks, make it a marvel of modern engineering. Unlike traditional F1 cars, which cost between $12 million and $15 million, the EAV-25’s components, such as its $50,000 steering wheel and $500,000 wings, reflect its unparalleled sophistication. The car is currently on display at the Evolve Future Mobility Show in Sharjah and will compete in the Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League at Yas Marina Circuit on November 15, with a $2.25 million prize pool at stake. The EAV-25 can reach speeds of 370 km/h, outperforming human-driven cars by leveraging AI algorithms that analyze millions of operations per second. This innovation marks a significant milestone in the evolution of motorsports, where data and algorithms are becoming the new competitive edge.
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South Africa thumps Sri Lanka in rain-affected Women’s Cricket World Cup match
In a rain-interrupted Women’s Cricket World Cup match on Friday, South Africa secured a commanding 10-wicket victory against Sri Lanka, inching closer to the semifinals. The game, held in Colombo, saw South Africa chase down a revised target of 121 runs in just 14.5 overs, finishing at 125 without loss. Captain Laura Wolvaardt led the charge with a swift 60 off 47 balls, while Tazmin Brits remained unbeaten with 55 off 42 deliveries, marking their fourth consecutive win in the tournament. Sri Lanka, opting to bat first, struggled to build momentum, posting 105-7 in 20 overs after a lengthy rain delay. The match was initially paused for over five hours, reducing the game to a 20-over contest. Despite the interruption, South Africa’s aggressive batting and Sri Lanka’s bowling challenges, exacerbated by the wet ball, sealed the outcome. Sri Lanka’s Vishmi Gunaratne, who was injured early in the game, returned to top-score with 34 runs. South Africa now sits second in the standings, trailing only Australia, while Sri Lanka remains winless. The tournament continues on Saturday with Pakistan facing New Zealand in Colombo.
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Detained Gaza man reunites with family
Shadi Abu Sido, a Palestinian photojournalist from Gaza, has been reunited with his family after being released from Israeli detention as part of a US-mediated ceasefire agreement between Hamas and Israel. The deal, which ended two years of conflict, also saw the release of 1,700 Palestinians and 250 prisoners convicted or suspected of involvement in deadly attacks, in exchange for 20 Israeli hostages held by Hamas since October 2023.
Abu Sido, who was detained at Al-Shifa Hospital in northern Gaza on March 18 last year, had been told by Israeli guards that his wife and two children were dead. Overwhelmed with grief, he described the moment as shattering his world. However, upon his release on Monday, he discovered that his family was alive. His wife, Hanaa Bahlul, rushed to embrace him at their home in Khan Younis, and he held his children tightly, repeatedly kissing their cheeks and murmuring words of love.
Abu Sido’s detention was reportedly under Israel’s Unlawful Combatants Law, which allows for administrative detention without charge or trial. According to Addameer, a Palestinian human rights group, 2,673 Gazans are currently held under this law. The Israeli military stated that its detention policies comply with Israeli law and the Geneva Conventions.
During his detention, Abu Sido endured severe mistreatment, including beatings, prolonged kneeling, and being handcuffed and blindfolded. His wife revealed that he was initially held at Sde Teiman military detention camp in Israel, then transferred to Ofer military camp in the West Bank, and finally to Ketziot prison in Israel. Bahlul emphasized that her husband’s arrest was solely for his work as a journalist for a Palestinian institution.
The ceasefire deal has brought a temporary halt to the prolonged conflict, offering a glimmer of hope for families torn apart by the violence. Abu Sido’s reunion with his family serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of the ongoing tensions in the region.
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China’s tech-empowered grain farming bolsters food security
As China commemorated World Food Day on October 16, 2025, the nation showcased its technological advancements in agriculture, which have significantly bolstered food security. In major grain-producing regions, fleets of crawler harvesters worked tirelessly to gather a bountiful harvest, despite challenging weather conditions. In Shandong province, farmers employed advanced measures such as mechanical drying facilities to combat persistent rainfall, ensuring minimal grain loss. By October 2025, Wenshang county had established 38 grain drying centers with a daily capacity of 9,500 tonnes, a fivefold increase since 2020.
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Australian rainforests no longer a carbon sink: study
A groundbreaking study published in Nature has revealed that Australia’s tropical rainforests are now emitting more carbon dioxide than they absorb, marking a significant shift in their ecological role. This alarming trend, linked directly to climate change, positions these rainforests as the first of their kind globally to transition from carbon sinks to net carbon emitters. The research, led by Hannah Carle of Western Sydney University’s Hawkesbury Institute for the Environment, underscores the escalating vulnerability of these ecosystems to extreme temperatures, atmospheric dryness, and prolonged droughts. The study, which analyzed nearly five decades of data from Queensland’s rainforests, found that increased tree mortality has outpaced growth, resulting in a net release of carbon into the atmosphere. This contradicts the expected response of enhanced plant growth under higher carbon dioxide levels. The findings have profound implications for global emissions reduction strategies, which rely heavily on the carbon-absorbing capacity of forests. Carle warned that current climate models may overestimate the ability of tropical forests to offset fossil fuel emissions, especially as cyclones, exacerbated by climate change, further diminish their carbon sink potential. The study calls for urgent global monitoring of other tropical forests to assess similar risks. Despite its ecological challenges, Australia remains a leading exporter of gas and thermal coal, with per capita carbon emissions among the highest worldwide. The research highlights the pressing need for accelerated climate action to meet the Paris Agreement’s goals of limiting global warming to safer levels.
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Airline apologises for asking dead flight attendant for paperwork
The tragic death of a 34-year-old Eva Air flight attendant, surnamed Sun, has ignited widespread outrage in Taiwan, particularly after the airline’s insensitive request for documentation following her passing. Ms. Sun reportedly fell ill during a flight from Milan to Taoyuan City on September 24 and was hospitalized upon arrival. She succumbed to her condition on October 8, with speculation mounting that overwork may have contributed to her death. Anonymous social media users, claiming to be her colleagues, have alleged that Ms. Sun was pressured to continue working despite her illness. Taiwanese authorities and Eva Air are investigating whether she was denied medical assistance or discouraged from taking sick leave. Flight records indicate that Ms. Sun averaged 75 hours of flying per month, within regulatory limits. In a shocking turn of events, Ms. Sun’s family received a text message from an Eva Air representative days after her death, requesting proof of her leave application during her hospitalization. The family responded with a copy of her death certificate. Eva Air President Sun Chia-Ming publicly apologized at a press conference, calling the message ‘a mistake by an internal employee’ and expressing deep sorrow over Ms. Sun’s passing. The airline has faced multiple fines since 2013, primarily for overtime-related violations. The incident has raised serious concerns about employee welfare in the aviation industry.
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Mongolia’s leader ousted after 4 months in ruling party feud
In a dramatic turn of events, Mongolia’s parliament has voted to remove Prime Minister Zandanshatar Gombojav from office, marking a significant escalation in the internal power struggle within the ruling Mongolian People’s Party. The decision, made on Friday, followed the passage of a contentious resolution that effectively dismissed the prime minister. This political upheaval comes at a critical juncture, as the country grapples with unresolved budget issues for the upcoming year, including demands for salary increases from teachers and medical professionals. The conflict within the party intensified after Zandanshatar lost a leadership election to Amarbayasgalan Dashzegve, the speaker of parliament and his chief rival. Zandanshatar’s supporters have accused Amarbayasgalan of corruption in the coal mining industry, prompting a government investigation. Despite a parliamentary committee initially voting against his dismissal, the full parliament ultimately supported the resolution, with lawmakers who abstained being counted as ‘no’ votes. The prime minister’s fate was sealed when a clear majority of ‘no’ votes emerged. The political instability has raised concerns about the future of Mongolia’s governance and its ability to address pressing economic and social challenges.