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Today's news in pictures - Tuesday, May 22, 2025

Today's news in pictures - Tuesday, May 22, 2025

MISSED what happened today? Here's a glimpse at what happened throughout the country in photographs.
KUALA LUMPUR – The ASEAN-Malaysia 2025 logo on display outside the Petronas Twin Towers ahead of the 46th ASEAN Summit scheduled for May 26 and 27. NSTP/AIZUDDIN SAAD
KUALA LUMPUR – Final preparations underway for the Kuala Lumpur International Book Fair 2025 at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur (WTCKL). NSTP/NABILA ADLINA AZAHARI
KUALA LUMPUR – City residents and families enjoy a free-flight parrot showcase in Bukit Antarabangsa. NSTP/RAIHANA MANSOR
HULU TERENGGANU – Terengganu FAMA promotes a healthy eating campaign with fruits and vegetables at SK Seri Berang. NSTP/GHAZALI KORI

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