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European Union

EU’s ultimatum for Meta: address ‘pay or consent’ model concerns or face sanctions

Consumer Protection Cooperation network issues Sept 1 deadline, warning of potential sanctions if tech giant fails to comply

International bodies band together for programme to protect child rights in Sabah plantations

European Union, ILO, Unicef launch 18-month scheme in Tawau for education, training

EU court strips McDonald’s of trademark to ‘Big Mac’ name for poultry products

This after long legal battle between US fast food giant, Ireland’s Supermac’s chain

EU wants assessment of TikTok Lite’s risks to minors, mental health

TikTok has 24 hours to provide the European Commission a risk assessment on the potential impact on children and users' mental health with the launch of its new Lite app in France and Spain

Scrutiny intensifies: EU launches probe into US tech giants under Digital Markets Act

This marks the first application of the DMA, aimed to foster a fairer online environment.

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Over 23.6 million to benefit as new electricity tariff kicks in July 1

The Energy Commission has set a new average base tariff of 45.40 sen/kWh for RP4, slightly lower than before, bringing overall electricity costs down by up to 19% compared to the previous regulatory period

Apad confirms inDrive licence revoked effective July 24, but company can appeal

Russian-based company can file appeal through the agency for the Transport Ministry's consideration

Short-lived La Niña expected in early 2026, but stable weather to follow

MetMalaysia forecasts cool conditions and brief shifts in rainfall patterns before returning to normal