Subscriber Picks: 6 days of turmoil: How Anwar beat rivals to become Malaysia’s PM | 6 things you didn’t know about travel insurance

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Pakatan Harapan chairman Anwar Ibrahim was sworn in as Malaysia’s 10th prime minister on Thursday, ending his 24-year wait to lead the country.

His appointment ended nearly a week of post-election turmoil as rival coalitions fought to garner enough support to form the new government. We look at the many twists and turns, and what went on behind the scenes that led to the formation of Malaysia’s unity government.

Are you happy with your job? Making a career switch is daunting, but with Singapore’s retirement age heading to 65, anyone in their 40s will have to seriously consider the option of a second or even third career. How can you prepare yourself for the big switch?

Have you made plans for the year-end travel season? Buying travel insurance is often the least exciting – yet essential – part of planning a trip. Before you set off, check out our guide on how to pick the right insurance plan.