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LeMonde
6 days ago
- Politics
- LeMonde
French deal on New Caledonian state criticized in archipelago
An accord between France and New Caledonia, creating a state within a state and hailed by French President Emmanuel Macron as "historic," hit immediate fierce criticism in the Pacific archipelago on Sunday, July 13. Following deadly protests that rocked New Caledonia last year, Macron called for talks to break a deadlock between forces loyal to France and those seeking independence. After 10 days of negotiations near Paris, French officials and a delegation of 18 New Caledonian pro-independence and anti-independence representatives reached agreement on Saturday to create a "State of New Caledonia" within the French Republic. The text, which still requires French parliamentary approval and to pass a referendum in the archipelago, provides for the creation of a New Caledonian nationality and the sharing of powers. But it won few supporters in the archipelago. The signatories of the draft agreement admitted during a meeting with Macron on Saturday evening that they were struggling to win over opponents of the deal, which will be submitted to a referendum in February 2026. Joel Kasarerhou, president of civil society group Construire Autrement ("Build Differently"), called the agreement "stillborn," describing it as a "poor" replica of previous agreements and "lacking ambition and vision." Kasarerhou said the youth at the heart of the May 2024 uprising had been "forgotten or barely mentioned." He feared another "May 13": the date the 2024 riots began. Crossing a 'red line' Home to around 270,000 people and located nearly 17,000 kilometres from Paris, New Caledonia, one of several overseas territories that remain an integral part of France, has been ruled from Paris since the 1800s. But many indigenous Kanaks resent France's power over the islands and want more autonomy or independence. Unrest broke out in May 2024 after Paris planned to give voting rights to thousands of non-indigenous long-term residents. Kanaks feared this would water down their influence, crushing any chance of securing independence. Philippe Blaise, the pro-France first vice president of the Southern Province government, distanced himself from the accord, saying on social media he had discovered the contents of the agreement "like all New Caledonians" after it was signed. Blaise said the text "crossed a red line" with the recognition of a "New Caledonian state" and a "distinct nationality": incompatible, in his view, with French unity. 'Betrayal' Several pro-independence figures said the accord was signed without a clear mandate from their base. Several social media posts by pro-independence activists condemned their representatives' signing of the deal. Brenda Wanabo-Ipeze, a leader of the pro-independence group CCAT, currently incarcerated in France, said: "This text was signed without us. It does not bind us." Melanie Atapo, president of the pro-independence USTKE union, which represents Kanak people, told AFP she was "surprised" by the agreement and that the signatories should "come back to share with the bases before signing". Another pro-independence leader with links to the pro-independence FLNKS party, speaking on condition of anonymity, called it a "betrayal," saying pro-independence negotiators have "given in on essential points" without militant approval.
New Straits Times
18-05-2025
- Sport
- New Straits Times
Malaysian hockey salutes the team of '75
KUALA LUMPUR: The flames of Malaysia's greatest moment in hockey history half a century ago were rekindled today. The nostalgic embers of that momentous day glowed bright at a commemorative event at a hotel in Kuala Lumpur. That great team that reached the semi-finals of the 1975 World Cup at Merdeka Stadium were fittingly honoured at the Sports Flame event, on the 50th anniversary of their remarkable feat. Sports Flame, founded in 2011, is a collaborative initiative by four former sports journalists — Datuk Lazarus Rokk, George Das, Datuk Fauzi Omar, and the late R. Velu. In 1975, the national team, skippered by Datuk Sri Shanmuganathan, were the underdogs then (Malaysia finished 11th in 1973), but they defied the odds. Till today, the achievement of the 1975 team remains unequalled by any other Malaysian national sides. Shanmuganathan and his men came tantalisingly close to reaching the final after taking a 2-0 lead against India in an epic semi-final showdown. However, mighty India forced extra-time with goals from S.R. Pawar and Aslam Sher Khan, sending the match into extra time. Harcharan Singh saved India an ignominious exit by scoring the winner. Shanmuganathan said the national team's rousing run to the World Cup semi-finals held great significance as it came during a time when the country was still healing from the May 13 tragedy. "Our fourth-place finish came just six years after May 13, and the way the team played — with its multiracial composition — was a powerful symbol of unity for the nation. "We are thankful to Sports Flame for organising this commemoration of our achievement," he said. Datuk R. Yogeswaran, the coach of the national team then, recalled the electrifying atmosphere as about 50,000 screaming fans packed the Merdeka Stadium. "I will never forget the 1975 World Cup. It remains vivid in my mind — how Malaysians from all walks of life came together to fill the stadium," he said. "Never in Malaysian hockey history have we seen 40,000 to 50,000 spectators at our matches. I'm grateful to Sports Flame for celebrating us year after year." The legendary national striker, Datuk Poon Fook Loke, expressed disappointment that Malaysia had yet to equal or surpass the 1975 feat. "I want to thank Sports Flame for reminding the nation of our achievement," he said. "It happened 50 years ago, and I feel sad that we have never come close to replicating it." The event also honoured 160 national sports icons who shone between the 1960s and 1980s. The Sultan of Pahang, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri'ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, graced the occasion with his royal presence. Among the former top athletes in attendance were Datuk Santokh Singh (football), Datuk James Selvaraj (badminton), Noraseela Khalid (athletics), and Kevin Nunis (hockey). The event also paid tribute to the late R. Velu, one of Sports Flame's founding members and a beloved figure in Malaysian sports journalism. Al-Sultan Abdullah presented a commemorative plaque to a representative of Velu's family. Manchester United legend Ryan Giggs made a surprise appearance at the Sports Flame event, and presented Al-Sultan Abdullah with a signed Manchester United jersey.
Rakyat Post
14-05-2025
- Politics
- Rakyat Post
Lorry Driver Involved In FRU Crash Has Criminal Records, Including Rape
Subscribe to our FREE On the morning of 13 May 2025, a stone-laden lorry collided into a vehicle carrying members of the Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) and killed nine of them. The crash reportedly occurred due to a faulty steering wheel on the cargo truck. Amidst ongoing investigations, Deputy Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay confirmed that the lorry driver involved in the crash has multiple criminal records related to drugs, theft, and rape, New Straits Times reported. 'All cases resulted in convictions. A urine test came back negative. Despite online claims that he had consumed ketum, no traces of ketum were found, and his urine tests were clean,' Ayob said during a press conference at the Hilir Perak police headquartes yesterday. The 45-year-old lorry driver is reported to be brought to court today (14 May) for a remand hearing. READ MORE: DPM says truck company must also be held accountable, not just the driver Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi stressed that the incident could have been 'Inital reports indicated there was a technical problem involving the lorry carrying a load of sand, which lost control due to a malfunctioning steering system. Therefore, we should not place the blame solely on the lorry driver, but also hold the owner of the lorry company accountable. 'In this situation, strict inspections must be carried out, as well as urine tests and checks for alcohol use,' he told reporters after chairing the Cabinet Committee meeting on Road Safety and Traffic Congestion. READ MORE: READ MORE: READ MORE: A dark day repeats itself Coincidentally, the fatal crash happened on the 56th anniversary of Malaysia's most brutal racial riot, which also involved FRU officers. In 1969, the infamous May 13 incident forced the government to deploy members of the FRU, which is directly under control of the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) and the Ministry of Home Affairs. The riots came in the aftermath of Malaysia's 1969 General Elections, where violent conflicts between the Malays, Chinese, and Indians occurred openly in the streets of Kuala Lumpur. The trouble began when opposition parties Democratic Action Party (DAP) and the Malaysian People's Movement Party (Gerakan) cut heavily into the Alliance Party's (the ruling coalition at the time) majority in parliamentary elections. The riots began at dusk, beginning with fistfights that escalated into armed conflicts. Image: Perdana Leadership Foundation FRU officers were despatched alongside the Malaysian Army to control the emergency. The government officially announced the number of casualties as 196, although international sources suggested a death toll of Image: Democracy Without Consensus: Communalism and Political Stability in Malaysia by Karl Von Vorys Share your thoughts with us via TRP's . Get more stories like this to your inbox by signing up for our newsletter.
CTV News
14-05-2025
- CTV News
Person barricaded in storm drain near Crowchild Trail: Calgary police
Calgary police on scene in a greenspace near Crowchild Trail and Nose Hill Drive N.W. on May 13, 2025. (CTV News)
GSM Arena
11-05-2025
- GSM Arena
Galaxy S25 Edge is coming on May 13, Realme prototype with 10k battery, Week 19 in review
Samsung confirmed the Galaxy S25 Edge launch date this week - the slim Galaxy is coming on May 13. The Edge "embodies the ultimate camera experience" with its much-rumored and now confirmed 200 MP main sensor, which "continues Galaxy's iconic camera experience, delivering pro-grade capabilities to intuitively capture the world around you". And of course, the phone will have a ton of AI features, which we already know and love from the other members of the S25 family. Google poked fun at Apple for copying its camera bar design. The ad is part of a long-running series that anthropomorphizes a Pixel and an iPhone and presents them as friends. In the build-up for its global GT 7 launch, Realme showed off a prototype phone with a 10,000mAh battery. The most impressive thing about this prototype is that it measures only 8.5mm thick and weighs 215g. Realme used a battery with 10% silicon anode and achieved an energy density of 887Wh/L. The incredibly dull and unshocking revelation is that companies copy concepts from each other - go figure. It's thinner and lighter than you might think. The company has also confirmed the main camera's resolution. A leak detailed vivo's X200 FE for the Indian market. It's said to sport a flat 6.31-inch OLED screen with "1.5K" resolution, 120 Hz refresh rate, and an under-display fingerprint sensor, and will be powered by either the Dimensity 9300+ or the still-unofficial Dimensity 9400e. The X200 FE will apparently come with a 50 MP main camera using Sony's IMX921 sensor, a 50 MP telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom using Sony's IMX882, and an 8 MP ultrawide. For selfies, we'll get a 50 MP snapper. The phone will allegedly be offered in two RAM/storage combo options: 12/256GB and 16/512GB. It will be IP68 and IP69 certified for dust and water resistance, and will get a 6,500 mAh battery with support for 90W fast wired charging. It's rumored to weigh approximately 200g. The specs of the Honor 400 Pro also fully leaked. It's expected to have a 6.7-inch 1080x2412 OLED screen with 120 Hz refresh rate and 5,000-nit peak HDR brightness, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC at the helm, 12GB of RAM, and 512GB of storage. On the rear will be a 200 MP main camera with OIS, a 50 MP telephoto camera, and a 12 MP ultrawide. For selfies, there's a 50 MP shooter and a depth sensor. There's a 5,300mAh Si/C battery with 100W wired charging. p. It will be IP68 and IP69 rated for dust and water resistance. It measures 160.8 x 76.1 x 8.1 mm and weighs 205g. It will be a smaller-screen device with flagship specs, but not quite identical to the X200 Pro mini. There is also a version in China that has a smaller battery. It's expected to be unveiled alongside the non-Pro 400 very soon. Finally, Sony will unveil its Xperia 1 VII on May 13 - the same day as the Galaxy S25 Edge. Anyway, back to Sony - according to the leaks, the Xperia 1 VII looks nigh-on identical to its predecessor, but is slightly shorter, wider, and thicker, while expected to keep the same 6.5-inch screen size. It will reportedly be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, paired with 12GB of RAM. But only in one region most likely, and you probably know which one. Get ready for a new flagship Xperia! Time to migrate to Microsoft Teams. Apple is apparently betting on two things.
