A devastating fire in Kuala Lumpur has left dozens injured and homes severely damaged after a gas pipeline leaked in the city’s Putra Heights district. The unexpected blaze has sparked urgent calls for improved safety measures as authorities work to investigate the cause and prevent further incident
A gas pipeline leak in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, caused a fire that has left 112 people injured and led to significant property damage. The incident occurred in the Putra Heights area of the capital, where the gas leak ignited a blaze. Authorities confirmed that 47 homes were damaged in the fire, with residents and nearby individuals suffering injuries.
Selangor Deputy Police Chief Mohd Zaini Abu Hassan provided details of the incident, stating that 112 people had been injured due to the fire. Emergency services responded quickly to contain the situation, but the incident has raised concerns about the safety of gas infrastructure in the area. Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the leak and to assess the full extent of the damage caused by the fire.
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Danish jeweler Pandora estimates that U.S. tariffs could cost the company around 1.2 billion crowns ($178 million) annually. While some mitigation is possible, Pandora is exploring further measures, including price adjustments and supply chain changes, to reduce the financial burden.
US Vice President JD Vance denied reports of Elon Musk leaving his government role, confirming he’ll remain an advisor. Vance also touched on efforts to cut government spending and the upcoming decision on TikTok’s future in the US.
The British driver dismissed rumors about losing faith in the team, emphasizing that success will take time as he adjusts to a new environment in his first season with Ferrari.
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) have joined forces to improve farmland management and strengthen food security in the Kyrgyz Republic.
Trump's new tariffs on U.S. imports have prompted strong reactions from key trade partners, with fears of economic disruption and inflation growing as tensions rise globally.
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