Month: June 2025

Bursa Malaysia dibuka rendah, jejaki prestasi Wall Street

KUALA LUMPUR: Bursa Malaysia dibuka rendah pada Jumaat, menjejaki penurunan semalaman di Wall Street, apabila sentimen kalangan pelabur terjejas ekoran perbalahan berterusan antara Presiden AS Donald Trump dan ahli perniagaan Elon Musk. Pada 9.10 pagi, FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) turun 2.78 mata kepada 1,515.34 daripada 1,518.12 ketika ditutup semalam. Indeks penanda aras itu… Continue reading Bursa Malaysia dibuka rendah, jejaki prestasi Wall Street
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JPJ open IP against lorry company in FRU fatal crash

KOTA BHARU: The Road Transport Department (JPJ) has opened an investigation paper against the lorry company involved in the fatal accident which took the lives of nine Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) personnel in Teluk Intan, Perak, last month. JPJ senior director (enforcement) Muhammad Kifli Ma Hassan said the investigation was being conducted under Section 57… Continue reading JPJ open IP against lorry company in FRU fatal crash
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JPJ open IP against lorry company in FRU fatal crash

KOTA BHARU: The Road Transport Department (JPJ) has opened an investigation paper against the lorry company involved in the fatal accident which took the lives of nine Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) personnel in Teluk Intan, Perak, last month. JPJ senior director (enforcement) Muhammad Kifli Ma Hassan said the investigation was being conducted under Section 57… Continue reading JPJ open IP against lorry company in FRU fatal crash

Juruukur maut jatuh dari lubang tingkat lapan bangunan di tapak pembinaan

BUKIT MERTAJAM: Seorang jurukur maut selepas dipercayai terjatuh ke dalam lubang dengan anggaran ketinggian 27 meter, dari tingkat lapan di sebuah tapak pembinaan di sini semalam. Pengarah Jabatan Keselamatan dan Kesihatan Pekerjaan (JKKP) Pulau Pinang Hairozie Asri berkata pihaknya menerima maklumat berhubung kemalangan maut itu pada 10.30 pagi dan sepasukan pegawai penyiasat JKKP negeri terus… Continue reading Juruukur maut jatuh dari lubang tingkat lapan bangunan di tapak pembinaan
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Spain’s Yamal primed to ‘prove’ himself against ‘legend’ Ronaldo in Nations League final

SPAIN STARLET Lamine Yamal said Sunday’s Nations League final against Portugal would give him the chance to “prove who I am” after helping his side past France in the semis on Thursday. Yamal scored twice and was named man of the match in a 5-4 win over the French in Stuttgart on Thursday, sealing progress… Continue reading Spain’s Yamal primed to ‘prove’ himself against ‘legend’ Ronaldo in Nations League final
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Spain’s Yamal primed to ‘prove’ himself against ‘legend’ Ronaldo in Nations League final

SPAIN STARLET Lamine Yamal said Sunday’s Nations League final against Portugal would give him the chance to “prove who I am” after helping his side past France in the semis on Thursday. Yamal scored twice and was named man of the match in a 5-4 win over the French in Stuttgart on Thursday, sealing progress… Continue reading Spain’s Yamal primed to ‘prove’ himself against ‘legend’ Ronaldo in Nations League final

Trump says he told Elon Musk to exit administration, threatens funding cuts

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump said he asked Elon Musk to leave his role in the Trump administration, and appeared to threaten billions of dollars in government funding as the row between the once close allies continued to widen Thursday, Anadolu Ajansi reported. “Elon was ‘wearing thin,‘ I asked him to leave, I took away… Continue reading Trump says he told Elon Musk to exit administration, threatens funding cuts
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Trump says he told Elon Musk to exit administration, threatens funding cuts

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump said he asked Elon Musk to leave his role in the Trump administration, and appeared to threaten billions of dollars in government funding as the row between the once close allies continued to widen Thursday, Anadolu Ajansi reported. “Elon was ‘wearing thin,‘ I asked him to leave, I took away… Continue reading Trump says he told Elon Musk to exit administration, threatens funding cuts

Squash: Sivasangari crashes out of British Open quarter-finals

Malaysia’s challenge in the British Open 2025 squash tournament ended after the country’s sole representative, S. Sivasangari, bowed out in the quarter-finals to Egypt’s Amina Orfi in Birmingham on Thursday. In the match at The Rep Theatre, the world number nine women’s squash player went down 2-11, 11-4, 7-11, 9-11 to Amina, marking her fourth… Continue reading Squash: Sivasangari crashes out of British Open quarter-finals
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LPG Permit postponement: Proactive measure protecting small traders – SAMENTA

KUALA LUMPUR: The Small and Medium Enterprises Association Malaysia (SAMENTA) has described the government’s decision to postpone the permit requirement for the use of subsidised liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders as a timely move to protect local traders. Its president, Datuk William Ng said although these are minor administrative changes, they have a huge impact… Continue reading LPG Permit postponement: Proactive measure protecting small traders – SAMENTA
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LPG Permit postponement: Proactive measure protecting small traders – SAMENTA

KUALA LUMPUR: The Small and Medium Enterprises Association Malaysia (SAMENTA) has described the government’s decision to postpone the permit requirement for the use of subsidised liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders as a timely move to protect local traders. Its president, Datuk William Ng said although these are minor administrative changes, they have a huge impact… Continue reading LPG Permit postponement: Proactive measure protecting small traders – SAMENTA

“Don’t spoil places like this” – M’sian calls out family for having picnic on KL mall steps

A family having a full-blown picnic on the steps of a popular shopping mall in KL has left netizens divided. The incident, which took place at a popular mall in Kuala Lumpur came to light after a netizen shared her experience on social media — describing it as “inappropriate,” especially given the high foot traffic… Continue reading “Don’t spoil places like this” – M’sian calls out family for having picnic on KL mall steps

Surveyor killed in eighth-floor fall at construction site

BUKIT MERTAJAM: A surveyor was killed after reportedly falling from the eighth floor of a building — an estimated height of 27 metres — through an opening in a “pressurisation shaft” area at a construction site here yesterday. Penang Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) director Hairozie Asri said the department received information about… Continue reading Surveyor killed in eighth-floor fall at construction site
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Surveyor killed in eighth-floor fall at construction site

BUKIT MERTAJAM: A surveyor was killed after reportedly falling from the eighth floor of a building — an estimated height of 27 metres — through an opening in a “pressurisation shaft” area at a construction site here yesterday. Penang Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) director Hairozie Asri said the department received information about… Continue reading Surveyor killed in eighth-floor fall at construction site

Aidiladha: Smooth traffic flow on major highways this morning – LLM

KUALA LUMPUR: Smooth traffic flow has been reported at all major highways nationwide this morning ahead of the Aidiladha celebrations tomorrow. A Malaysian Highway Authority (LLM) spokesman said although traffic is smooth flowing towards the east coast and southbound from the capital as of 10 am, it is expected to be congested by noon today.… Continue reading Aidiladha: Smooth traffic flow on major highways this morning – LLM

Petronas subsidiaries mixed in early session amid workforce cut announcement

KUALA LUMPUR: Petroliam Nasional Bhd’s (Petronas) four listed subsidiaries among Bursa Malaysia’s top 30 showed mixed performance in early trading amid its plan to cut 10 per cent of its workforce. The national oil company announced yesterday that the move will help to cope with challenging operating conditions, particularly due to falling crude prices. As… Continue reading Petronas subsidiaries mixed in early session amid workforce cut announcement
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Petronas subsidiaries mixed in early session amid workforce cut announcement

KUALA LUMPUR: Petroliam Nasional Bhd’s (Petronas) four listed subsidiaries among Bursa Malaysia’s top 30 showed mixed performance in early trading amid its plan to cut 10 per cent of its workforce. The national oil company announced yesterday that the move will help to cope with challenging operating conditions, particularly due to falling crude prices. As… Continue reading Petronas subsidiaries mixed in early session amid workforce cut announcement

Push for digital safety lauded

PETALING JAYA: The government’s proposal to mandate digital safety education for parents and guardians has drawn praise from education advocates and child psychologists, who view it as a crucial step to safeguard children in an increasingly connected world. Parent Action Group for Education president Datin Noor Azimah Abdul Rahim welcomed the initiative, calling it a… Continue reading Push for digital safety lauded
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iQOO Neo 10 launches in Malaysia, combining flagship-level power with gamer-centric features

PETALING JAYA: iQOO has officially introduced its first Neo-series smartphone to the Malaysian market with the launch of the iQOO Neo 10, a feature-packed device designed to deliver high-end performance, immersive gaming, and industry-leading battery life — all at a compelling price point starting at RM1,999. Positioned as a flagship-class device for users who demand… Continue reading iQOO Neo 10 launches in Malaysia, combining flagship-level power with gamer-centric features

Canada, US, Mexico brace for World Cup extravaganza

THE LARGEST and most complex World Cup in history kicks off in just over a year’s time, with the United States, Canada and Mexico co-hosting the football extravaganza against a backdrop of political tension triggered by Donald Trump. Forty-eight teams and millions of fans are set to descend on North America for the first ever… Continue reading Canada, US, Mexico brace for World Cup extravaganza

Brazil draw against Ecuador on coach Ancelotti’s debut

BRAZIL were held to a lackluster goalless draw against Ecuador in coach Carlo Ancelotti’s World Cup qualifying debut with the team on Thursday. The five-times World Cup winners are still in the hunt to qualify for next year’s tournament but will have their work cut out after a performance that produced just a handful of… Continue reading Brazil draw against Ecuador on coach Ancelotti’s debut
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Brazil draw against Ecuador on coach Ancelotti’s debut

BRAZIL were held to a lackluster goalless draw against Ecuador in coach Carlo Ancelotti’s World Cup qualifying debut with the team on Thursday. The five-times World Cup winners are still in the hunt to qualify for next year’s tournament but will have their work cut out after a performance that produced just a handful of… Continue reading Brazil draw against Ecuador on coach Ancelotti’s debut

Mexico’s iconic Azteca Stadium revamped for third World Cup

MEXICO CITY: Decades after hosting victories by Pele’s Brazil and Diego Maradona’s Argentina, Mexico City’s legendary Azteca Stadium is undergoing a major revamp as it prepares to feature in an unprecedented third World Cup. Mexico’s previous World Cups are widely regarded as two of the best ever, evoking the magic of Pele and the 1970… Continue reading Mexico’s iconic Azteca Stadium revamped for third World Cup
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Over 70 delegates from ASEAN nations expected for AIPACODD 2025 – Pahang speaker

KUANTAN: Over 70 delegates from 10 ASEAN countries are expected to attend the 2025 ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly (AIPA) Advisory Council on Dangerous Drugs (AIPACODD) Meeting in Pahang on June 9-12. Pahang State Legislative Assembly Speaker Datuk Seri Mohd Sharkar Shamsudin said the meeting will be chaired by Dewan Rakyat Deputy Speaker Datuk Dr Ramli Mohd… Continue reading Over 70 delegates from ASEAN nations expected for AIPACODD 2025 – Pahang speaker

Mexico’s iconic Azteca Stadium revamped for third World Cup

MEXICO CITY: Decades after hosting victories by Pele’s Brazil and Diego Maradona’s Argentina, Mexico City’s legendary Azteca Stadium is undergoing a major revamp as it prepares to feature in an unprecedented third World Cup. Mexico’s previous World Cups are widely regarded as two of the best ever, evoking the magic of Pele and the 1970… Continue reading Mexico’s iconic Azteca Stadium revamped for third World Cup

Suspect in Colorado fire attack on Jewish protest faces 118 counts

LOS ANGELES: The suspect in a Molotov cocktail attack on a Jewish protest march in Colorado appeared in court Thursday facing more than 100 charges over an incident that injured 15 people. Mohamed Sabry Soliman is alleged to have thrown firebombs and sprayed burning gasoline at a group of people who had gathered Sunday in… Continue reading Suspect in Colorado fire attack on Jewish protest faces 118 counts
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Suspect in Colorado fire attack on Jewish protest faces 118 counts

LOS ANGELES: The suspect in a Molotov cocktail attack on a Jewish protest march in Colorado appeared in court Thursday facing more than 100 charges over an incident that injured 15 people. Mohamed Sabry Soliman is alleged to have thrown firebombs and sprayed burning gasoline at a group of people who had gathered Sunday in… Continue reading Suspect in Colorado fire attack on Jewish protest faces 118 counts

Soil depression at Jalan Batu Kawan, remedial measures taken by PDC

BATU KAWAN: A soil depression was detected yesterday at P149 Jalan Batu Kawan, specifically at the junction connecting the road to a newly completed bridge, according to Penang Infrastructure, Transport and Digital Committee chairman Zairil Khir Johari. He said the exact cause of the incident is still under investigation by the Penang Development Corporation (PDC)… Continue reading Soil depression at Jalan Batu Kawan, remedial measures taken by PDC

DFP tampilkan gabungan muzik dan tarian klasik India 6 Sept ini

KUALA LUMPUR: Dewan Filharmonik Petronas (DFP) bakal mempersembahkan produksi seni bertemakan Classical Traditions: Ragas and Mudras oleh Temple of Fine Arts (TFA) pada 6 Sept depan, menampilkan gabungan muzik dan tarian klasik India yang memukau. Persembahan istimewa itu mengetengahkan keindahan muzik tradisional hindustani dan carnatic, serta empat bentuk tarian klasik India, iaitu bharatanatyam, odissi, kathak… Continue reading DFP tampilkan gabungan muzik dan tarian klasik India 6 Sept ini
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Chatter builds over possible return to Umno by Khairy

PETALING JAYA: Speculation is mounting over the possible return of former Umno Youth chief Khairy Jamaluddin, as political observers remain divided on whether his comeback would reinvigorate or disrupt the party’s current course. Some believe it could help modernise Umno’s image and appeal, while others warn of internal resistance and lingering distrust among party members.… Continue reading Chatter builds over possible return to Umno by Khairy

Sharwita tonjol keunikan fesyen, barangan kemas Malaysia di Cannes

KUALA LUMPUR: Model dan usahawan fesyen Malaysia, Sharminidevi Parameispran yang lebih dikenali sebagai Sharwita, pulang daripada penampilan keduanya di Festival Filem Cannes dengan semangat baharu untuk menjadikan Malaysia sebagai hab global dalam bidang fesyen, filem dan pembangunan lestari. “Sebagai anak Malaysia, saya ingin membina jambatan antara industri fesyen dan pelancongan kita dengan dunia kreatif antarabangsa.… Continue reading Sharwita tonjol keunikan fesyen, barangan kemas Malaysia di Cannes
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Impurity returns to root sound of melodic Swedish death metal

AS far as band monikers go, Impurity is as a bland and generic one can get for a death metal band. Hailing from Stockholm, Sweden, the band was formed in 2021 and was formerly known as Damnation. A rebranding was required to avoid confusion with a Danish black metal band of the same name but… Continue reading Impurity returns to root sound of melodic Swedish death metal

ABIM strongly condemns US veto of UN ceasefire resolution in Gaza

KUALA LUMPUR: The Muslim Youth Movement of Malaysia (ABIM) has strongly condemned the United States’ decision to veto the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) resolution calling for an immediate and permanent ceasefire in Gaza. ABIM president Ahmad Fahmi Mohd Samsudin said the move, despite overwhelming support from 14 of the 15 UNSC members, reflected a… Continue reading ABIM strongly condemns US veto of UN ceasefire resolution in Gaza

Tanah mendap di Jalan Batu Kawan, PDC ambil tindakan segera – EXCO

BATU KAWAN: Kejadian tanah mendap dilaporkan berlaku di P149 Jalan Batu Kawan di bahagian sambungan antara jalan ke jambatan yang baru siap dibina di sini semalam, kata Pengerusi Infrastruktur, Pengangkutan dan Digital negeri Zairil Khir Johari. Beliau berkata punca sebenar kejadian masih dalam siasatan pihak Perbadanan Pembangunan Pulau Pinang (PDC) dan kontraktor, namun tindakan segera… Continue reading Tanah mendap di Jalan Batu Kawan, PDC ambil tindakan segera – EXCO
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Ringgit dibuka tinggi berbanding dolar as susulan data ekonomi as lembap

KUALA LUMPUR: Ringgit dibuka tinggi berbanding dolar Amerika Syarikat (AS) pada Jumaat, apabila data ekonomi negara maju itu terus menunjukkan kelembapan berikutan kebimbangan terhadap tarif dan dasar fiskal, kata penganalisis. Pada 8 pagi, mata wang tempatan meningkat kepada 4.2140/2335 berbanding dolar AS daripada 4.2245/2295 ketika ditutup semalam. Ketua Ahli Ekonomi Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd Dr… Continue reading Ringgit dibuka tinggi berbanding dolar as susulan data ekonomi as lembap
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Trump trade, immigration policies clouding World Cup preparations

LOS ANGELES: When the United States, Mexico and Canada launched their joint bid for the 2026 World Cup in the shadow of the Statue of Liberty, the prevailing mood was unmistakeably upbeat. Peace, love and harmony: three countries joining forces in a “United Bid” to roll out the welcome mat for the most popular sporting… Continue reading Trump trade, immigration policies clouding World Cup preparations
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Trump trade, immigration policies clouding World Cup preparations

LOS ANGELES: When the United States, Mexico and Canada launched their joint bid for the 2026 World Cup in the shadow of the Statue of Liberty, the prevailing mood was unmistakeably upbeat. Peace, love and harmony: three countries joining forces in a “United Bid” to roll out the welcome mat for the most popular sporting… Continue reading Trump trade, immigration policies clouding World Cup preparations

PMR Perak tawar pelbagai perkhidmatan, aktiviti dan jualan kepada pengunjung

KUALA LUMPUR: Program MADANI Rakyat (PMR) 2025 Perak di Lumut Waterfront pada 13 hingga 15 Jun ini menawarkan pelbagai perkhidmatan, aktiviti dan jualan yang bersesuaian dengan semua peringkat masyarakat. Sekretariat Induk PMR 2025 dalam soalan-soalan lazim (FAQ) mengenai program itu memaklumkan sebanyak 36 reruai melibatkan kementerian dan agensi Kerajaan Persekutuan dan Kerajaan Negeri Perak akan… Continue reading PMR Perak tawar pelbagai perkhidmatan, aktiviti dan jualan kepada pengunjung
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Dakwaan bahasa melayu terancam sekadar retorik politik – Penganalisis

KUALA LUMPUR: Dakwaan kononnya bahasa Melayu semakin terpinggir di bawah pentadbiran Kerajaan MADANI disifatkan tidak berasas, malah bercanggah dengan usaha berterusan kerajaan memperkasakan kedudukan bahasa kebangsaan itu. Penganalisis sosiopolitik Universiti Malaya Profesor Madya Dr Awang Azman Awang Pawi berkata Kerajaan MADANI dilihat lebih progresif dan konsisten dalam menjadikan bahasa Melayu sebagai medium utama pentadbiran serta… Continue reading Dakwaan bahasa melayu terancam sekadar retorik politik – Penganalisis
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T’ganu JPJ issues over 700 summonses in two days of Hari Raya Ops

KUALA TERENGGANU: The Terengganu Road Transport Department (JPJ) has issued 746 summonses for various offences over the first two days of the Special Hari Raya Aidiladha Operation (Ops HRAA) 2025, which runs from June 4 to 10. Its director, Zamri Samion, said the summonses were issued following inspections of 6,006 vehicles, including lorries, buses, motorcycles,… Continue reading T’ganu JPJ issues over 700 summonses in two days of Hari Raya Ops

Hundreds evacuated as Guatemalan volcano erupts

ESCUINTLA, GUATEMALA: Guatemalan authorities said Thursday they were evacuating more than 500 people after Central America’s most active volcano spewed gas and ash. Residents were moved to shelters from communities near the Fuego volcano, located 35 kilometers (22 miles) from the capital Guatemala City. “We prefer to leave rather than mourn the death of everyone… Continue reading Hundreds evacuated as Guatemalan volcano erupts
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Hundreds evacuated as Guatemalan volcano erupts

ESCUINTLA, GUATEMALA: Guatemalan authorities said Thursday they were evacuating more than 500 people after Central America’s most active volcano spewed gas and ash. Residents were moved to shelters from communities near the Fuego volcano, located 35 kilometers (22 miles) from the capital Guatemala City. “We prefer to leave rather than mourn the death of everyone… Continue reading Hundreds evacuated as Guatemalan volcano erupts

Japanese company aborts Moon mission after losing contact with lander

TOKYO: Japan’s hopes of achieving its first soft landing on the Moon by a private company were dashed Friday when the mission was aborted over lost contact with the Resilience spacecraft during a daunting final descent. Tokyo-based ispace had hoped to make history as only the third private firm — and the first outside the… Continue reading Japanese company aborts Moon mission after losing contact with lander
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Japanese company aborts Moon mission after losing contact with lander

TOKYO: Japan’s hopes of achieving its first soft landing on the Moon by a private company were dashed Friday when the mission was aborted over lost contact with the Resilience spacecraft during a daunting final descent. Tokyo-based ispace had hoped to make history as only the third private firm — and the first outside the… Continue reading Japanese company aborts Moon mission after losing contact with lander

Malaysia, Iran tegaskan sokongan untuk Gaza, seru perpaduan Ummah yang lebih utuh

TEHRAN: Perdana Menteri Malaysia Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim dan Presiden Iran Masoud Pezeshkian sekali lagi menegaskan sokongan teguh negara masing-masing terhadap rakyat Palestin, sambil menekankan keperluan mendesak bagi negara-negara Islam untuk berganding bahu demi keamanan, kestabilan dan keadilan. Dalam perbualan telefon sempena sambutan Aidiladha pada Khamis, Anwar memuji pendirian tegas Iran dalam mempertahankan perjuangan Palestin… Continue reading Malaysia, Iran tegaskan sokongan untuk Gaza, seru perpaduan Ummah yang lebih utuh