June 2025 – Page 33 – Thesundailymys

US, Israel crossed ‘big red line’, Iran FM says as heads to Moscow

ISTANBUL: The United States and Israel crossed a major red line in attacking Iran’s nuclear facilities, Iran’s top diplomat warned Sunday, saying he was heading to Russia for talks with President Vladimir Putin. “They crossed a very big red line by attacking (Iran’s) nuclear facilities,“ Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on the sidelines of a… Continue reading

Two men in Penang lose RM2.35 million in investment scams

GEORGE TOWN: Two men, including a senior citizen, suffered a loss of RM2.35 million after each fell victim to online investment fraud syndicates, in separate incidents in Penang recently. Penang police chief Datuk Hamzah Ahmad said in the first case, the Commercial Crime Investigation Division (BSJK) of Seberang Perai Tengah district police headquarters received a… Continue reading

70-year-old woman detained for driving car in motorcycle lane

NIBONG TEBAL: Police have detained an elderly woman for driving a car in the motorcycle lane on the Sultan Abdul Halim Mu’adzam Shah Bridge (JSAHMS) here yesterday. Seberang Perai Selatan (SPS) Police Chief Supt Jay January Siowou said preliminary police investigations found that the incident occurred at Kilometre 8.6 of JSAHMS from Batu Kawan heading… Continue reading

11th Petros Multifuel Station in Sarawak to open in Batu Kawa

KUCHING: The Petros Multifuel Station (MFS) in Batu Kawa is set to begin operations soon, making it the 11th MFS in Sarawak and the second flagship station in the state equipped with hydrogen dispensing capabilities. In a statement today, Sarawak Economic Development Corporation Energy (SEDCE) said the physical structure of the station has been fully… Continue reading

Iran condemns US attack on nuclear sites, calls on UN Security Council to act

ANKARA: Iran condemned on Sunday United States (US) airstrikes on three nuclear sites and called on the United Nations Security Council to act, Anadolu Ajansi (AA) reported. In a statement, the Iranian Foreign Ministry said Iran reserves the right to resist “US aggression and the crimes committed by this rogue regime” in defence of its… Continue reading

Flies and foul odour: Poultry farm in Jasin ordered shut

JASIN: A poultry farm in Simpang Bekoh here has been ordered to shut down immediately following ongoing complaints over foul odours and fly infestations that have caused discomfort to residents. State Rural Development, Agriculture and Food Security Committee chairman Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh said the company failed to resolve the issues despite being repeatedly… Continue reading

Malaysia optimistic trade with Uzbekistan will pick up, says envoy

TASHKENT: Malaysia is optimistic about a potential increase in trade with Uzbekistan, as both countries work to deepen cooperation in new areas such as halal certification, Islamic finance, tourism and green technology. In an interview with Bernama and RTM, here, Malaysian ambassador to Uzbekistan Ilham Tuah Illias acknowledged a recent drop in trade volume, mainly… Continue reading

KESUMA approves RM1.5 million for Northern Zone PHEKS – Sim

BUTTERWORTH: The Human Resources Ministry (KESUMA) has approved 124 applications for the Union Affairs Development Grant (PHEKS), amounting to RM1.5 million, for the Northern Zone, covering Perak, Penang, Kedah and Perlis. Human Resources Minister Steven Sim said this included 26 approved applications worth RM261,988 in Penang; 21 applications worth RM384,670 in Kedah; 15 applications valued… Continue reading

KKDW to set up special committee to monitor Sarawak rural development projects

BETONG: The Ministry of Rural and Regional Development (KKDW) has established a Project Monitoring and Coordination Committee chaired by Deputy Minister of Rural and Regional Development Datuk Rubiah Wang to ensure the smooth implementation of rural development projects in Sarawak. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Rural and Regional Development Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid… Continue reading

‘Nothing left’: Israelis wake to devastation after US attack on Iran

TEL AVIV: First responders fanned out across Israel Sunday following fresh waves of Iranian missile strikes that left pockets of devastation in their wake — as the Islamic republic hit back after a US attack on its nuclear sites. In both Haifa and areas around Tel Aviv, the scenes were all too similar. Rubble filled… Continue reading

Malaysian wife’s heartbreak: Iranian husband writes will before returning home

A Malaysian woman recently shared her family’s harrowing situation in Iran following the escalating attacks between Israel and Iran. In a video posted on her TikTok account @Azreen_lifejourney, she explained that her husband is an Iranian citizen and his entire family is currently in the country amid the mounting tensions. According to her, on the… Continue reading

Over 6,000 UiTM Dungun students benefit from PJRM@Kampus initiative

DUNGUN: The Rahmah MADANI Sales Programme (PJRM), implemented by the government to help people cope with the rising cost of living, not only benefits low-income households but also assists students at institutions of higher learning (IPTs). The PJRM@Kampus initiative, held at Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Dungun Campus today, enabled more than 6,000 students to purchase… Continue reading

Nurul Izzah calls for urgent action against online child sexual exploitation

PETALING JAYA: PKR deputy president Nurul Izzah Anwar has issued an urgent call for coordinated government action against online child sexual exploitation following the recent exposure of a Facebook group containing explicit content involving primary school children. In a statement today, Nurul Izzah described the discovery of the ‘Group Budak2 Sekolah Rendah’ Facebook group, which… Continue reading

Low-flying aircraft in conjunction with RMAF chief’s Retirement Parade

KUALA LUMPUR: Fighter jets, transport aircraft and helicopters of the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) will be conducting low tactical flights over selected areas, particularly in the Subang airspace, starting today until next Thursday. According to a statement from the RMAF today, the flights are in conjunction with the Retirement Parade of the 20th RMAF… Continue reading

UMNO to consider motion to revoke Hishammuddin’s suspension – Khaled Nordin

BATU PAHAT: UMNO will consider a motion to revoke the suspension of former UMNO vice-president Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Tun Hussein’s membership. UMNO vice-president Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin said it was the party leadership’s tradition and practice to examine any motion submitted by UMNO divisions during their respective delegates’ meetings. “This is a motion brought… Continue reading

Suspected storage fire oil spillage threatens Straits of Tebrau, authorities take immediate action

JOHOR BAHRU: A black liquid, believed to be engine oil, has been detected flowing from the site of a fire involving a storage facility for lorries and engine oil at Jalan Cenderai in Taman Kota Puteri, Masai. Johor Bahru City Council (MBJB) Mayor Datuk Mohd Haffiz Ahmad said the substance has been seen entering a… Continue reading

Cooperatives urged to implement digitalisation immediately to remain competitive

PUTRAJAYA: Coooperatives have been urged to implement digitalisation initiatives immediately and make full use of modern technology to ensure they remain competitive. Cooperatives Commission of Malaysia chairman Datuk Ahmad Norihan Jalal said the current business environment in Malaysia was challenging and required cooperatives to use technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) and Internet of Things… Continue reading

Cote d’Ivoire’s ruling party holds congress to designate candidate for presidential election

ABIDJAN: Cote d’Ivoire’s ruling party, the Rally of Houphouetists for Democracy and Peace, began its second ordinary congress on Saturday in Abidjan, which is expected to designate its candidate for the Oct 25 presidential election, Xinhua reported. According to Amedee Kouacou, chairman of the organising committee, the congress is being held in two phases. The… Continue reading

Terengganu plans new enactment to address livestock roaming issue

KUALA BERANG: The Terengganu government plans to introduce a new enactment requiring livestock owners to tag their animals with quick response (QR) codes. State Agriculture, Agro-Based Industry, Food Security and Commodities Committee chairman Datuk Dr Azman Ibrahim said the move was aimed at addressing the issue of roaming livestock, which posed safety risks to road… Continue reading

New electricity tariff reflects major reform in national energy sector – Fahmi

KUALA LUMPUR: The implementation of the new electricity tariff schedule starting July 1 is a clear reflection of the major reforms being undertaken by the government, particularly in the national energy sector, said Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. Fahmi, who is also the MADANI Government spokesperson, said the initiative aligns with the National Energy Transition… Continue reading

DPM Fadillah arrives in Samarkand for UN Public Service Forum

SAMARKAND: Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof arrived today at the Samarkand High-Speed Train Station in Uzbekistan, ahead of his participation in the United Nations Public Service Forum 2025, scheduled for Monday. Fadillah, who also serves as Minister of Energy Transition and Water Transformation, was received upon arrival by Uzbekistan’s Deputy Minister of Energy,… Continue reading

Perak allocates RM20 million annually for Tahfiz schools

IPOH: The Perak government is allocating RM20 million annually for the operation of five Sekolah Menengah Tahfiz Darul Ridzuan (SMTDR), covering teacher salaries, student meals, training programmes and facility maintenance. Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad said the schools are located in Pulau Pangkor, Semanggol, Lenggong, Sungai Lesung and Ipoh. He added that nearly RM112… Continue reading

EU foreign policy chief calls for return to negotiating table after US strikes on Iran

BRUSSELS: European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas on Sunday urged all sides to step back and return to the negotiating table, after U.S. forces struck three Iranian nuclear sites. “Iran must not be allowed to develop a nuclear weapon,” Kallas said in a post on social media platform X. “I urge all sides to… Continue reading

At least three impacts in Israel during Iran missile attacks, 23 hurt

JERUSALEM: Three areas of Israel including coastal hub Tel Aviv were hit Sunday morning during waves of Iranian missile attacks, with at least 23 people injured, according to rescue services and police. Several buildings were heavily damaged in the Ramat Aviv area in Tel Aviv, with holes torn in the facades of apartment blocks. “Houses… Continue reading

CAP calls for Food Waste Law

KUALA LUMPUR: The Consumers Association of Penang (CAP) has urged the government to introduce a comprehensive Food Waste Act to tackle the alarming rate of food wastage in Malaysia, while also encouraging Malaysians to grow their own vegetables and herbs to cope with rising food prices. CAP education officer N.V. Subbarow said such a law… Continue reading

Initiative advocating children’s rights to live in caring environment expanded to 300 schools

KUCHING: The Women, Family, and Community Development Ministry is expanding its Child Protection Advocacy programme to 300 schools across Malaysia, said Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri. She said the programme is a platform for children in Malaysia to voice their rights to live in a nurturing environment, whether at home, in school, or wherever they… Continue reading

Chief of Defence Force heads Kedah Sultan’s birthday honours list

ALOR SETAR: Chief of the Defence Force General Tan Sri Mohd Nizam Jaafar headed the list of recipients of state honours in conjunction with the 83rd birthday of the Sultan of Kedah, Al Aminul Karim Sultan Sallehuddin Sultan Badlishah Aman, today. Mohd Nizam was conferred the Darjah Datuk Seri Setia Pahlawan Yang Amat Dihormati (SSPK),… Continue reading

Unemployed man pleads not guilty to sexually assaulting 10-year-old boy

KOTA BHARU: An unemployed man pleaded not guilty at the Sessions Court here today to a charge of sexually assaulting a 10-year-old boy on June 12. Che Asmizan Che Jaafar, 34, is charged with committing the offence in an empty container near the Lembah Sireh Bus Station here at 8 am. The charge is framed… Continue reading

Individu tular cuba rampas kunci motosikal disahkan anggota polis

MERSING: Polis mengesahkan seorang individu yang cuba merampas kunci motosikal dinaiki dua lelaki dipercayai pelajar sekolah di lampu isyarat berhampiran Sekolah Kebangsaan Bandar Endau, di sini Jumaat lepas, merupakan anggota polis yang sedang bertugas. Timbalan Ketua Polis Daerah Mersing DSP Mohd Hasrudi Mohd Zain berkata kejadian itu berlaku kira-kira pukul 12.30 tengah hari ketika anggota… Continue reading

Malaysia Media Council: Best platform to manage journalist ethical issues – Fahmi

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Media Council (MMC) is the best platform to manage ethical issues of journalists including the recent publication of an infographic regarding the appointment of Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail by a local newspaper, said Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. He described the infographic report as having given an… Continue reading

PJRM@Kampus manfaatkan lebih 6,000 pelajar UiTM Dungun

DUNGUN: Program Jualan Rahmah MADANI (PJRM) yang dilaksanakan kerajaan dalam membantu rakyat menangani kenaikan kos sara hidup bukan sahaja membantu golongan isi rumah berpendapatan rendah, malah turut memanfaatkan pelajar di institut pengajian tinggi (IPT). Melalui PJRM@Kampus yang dilaksanakan di Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM) Kampus Dungun hari ini, lebih 6,000 pelajar dapat menikmati pembelian pelbagai barangan… Continue reading

Kedah Sultan calls on successful Kedahans to give back to the state

ALOR SETAR: The Sultan of Kedah Al Aminul Karim Sultan Sallehuddin Sultan Badlishah has called on successful Kedah-born individuals to give back and contribute to the state. His Royal Highness said they could contribute in various forms, including tithes, charity, endowments, investments, professional expertise, and social initiatives, all aimed at advancing Kedah’s development. “I believe… Continue reading

Rundingan tarif Malaysia-AS di landasan tepat, catat kemajuan – MITI

KUALA LUMPUR: Rundingan Malaysia dengan Wakil Perdagangan Amerika Syarikat (AS) dan Setiausaha Perdagangan AS berkaitan tarif AS yang berterusan berada di landasan tepat dan mencatatkan kemajuan, menurut Kementerian Pelaburan, Perdagangan dan Industri (MITI). Dalam kenyataan pada Ahad, MITI menjelaskan wakil Malaysia dan AS menyatakan hasrat untuk memuktamadkan rundingan sebelum tamatnya tempoh penangguhan 90 hari ke… Continue reading

Nurul Izzah, Saifuddin Nasution’s appointment gives PKR advantage in upcoming elections – Fahmi

KUALA LUMPUR: The appointment of PKR deputy president Nurul Izzah Anwar and Pakatan Harapan (PH) secretary-general Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail as joint election directors is expected to give PKR an edge in the upcoming elections. PKR information chief Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said both leaders had previously taken on similar roles and brought with them… Continue reading

Dua lelaki di Pulau Pinang rugi RM2.35 juta ditipu sindiket pelaburan

GEORGE TOWN: Dua lelaki termasuk seorang warga emas mengalami kerugian RM2.35 juta selepas masing-masing menjadi mangsa sindiket penipuan pelaburan dalam talian, pada kejadian berasingan di Pulau Pinang baru-baru ini. Ketua Polis Pulau Pinang Datuk Hamzah Ahmad berkata dalam kes pertama, Bahagian Siasatan Jenayah Komersial (BSJK) Ibu Pejabat Polis Daerah (IPD) Seberang Perai Tengah (SPT) menerima… Continue reading

Gas cylinder falls from lorry on Johor highway, goes viral

A gas cylinder being transported by a lorry suddenly fell onto the road in an incident on a highway in the Sedenak area, Johor yesterday. The incident was captured on dashcam video and uploaded to TikTok by Jidinn, yesterday and was shared by other social media users, drawing criticism from the public. Based on the… Continue reading

Inter Milan, Dortmund claim first wins at Club World Cup

INTER MILAN came from behind to beat Urawa Red Diamonds and knock the Japanese side out of the Club World Cup on Saturday, while Borussia Dortmund held off Mamelodi Sundowns to win a seven-goal thriller. Fluminense rallied in the second half to beat Ulsan 4-2 and knock out the South Korean side while Monterrey and… Continue reading

Malaysia–US tariff talks making good progress – MITI

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s discussions with the United States (US) Trade Representative and the US Secretary of Commerce on ongoing tariff-related negotiations have made good progress, said Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz He said both Malaysia and US representatives have expressed their intention to finalise negotiations before the expiry of… Continue reading

Perak targets enforcing vape sales ban in Oct – Exco

IPOH: The state government is targeting the banning of electronic cigarettes or vapes sales in October throughout Perak. Perak Human Resources, Health, Indian Community Affairs and National Integration Committee chairman A. Sivanesan said a working paper on the matter is being drafted by the Perak State Health Department (JKN). “We have instructed the Perak JKN… Continue reading

Gajah borneo bukan Pygmy – Pakar

KINABATANGAN: Gajah Borneo yang majoritinya terdapat di Sabah tiada kaitan dengan spesies gajah Pygmy yang dipercayai wujud pada Zaman Ais, malah spesies gajah kecil berkenaan tidak pernah wujud di negeri ini, kata pakar pemuliharaan gajah Malaysia Dr Nurzhafarina Othman. Justeru, Pensyarah Kanan Institut Biologi Tropika dan Pemuliharaan Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) itu berkata menggunakan istilah… Continue reading

Intel, Vishay set to expand semiconductor presence in Malaysia – Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR: The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) has held discussions with leading tech giant, Intel, regarding the latter’s plans on reinvestment and expansion of its operations in Malaysia. Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz said Intel has invested RM50 billion to-date, and provided employment opportunities to 12,300 local workers. “Intel’s presence… Continue reading

Penganggur mengaku tidak bersalah lakukan amang seksual terhadap kanak-kanak lelaki

KOTA BHARU: Seorang penganggur mengaku tidak bersalah di Mahkamah Sesyen di sini, hari ini atas pertuduhan melakukan amang seksual terhadap kanak-kanak lelaki berusia 10 tahun pada 12 Jun lepas. Che Asmizan Che Jaafar, 34, didakwa melakukan kesalahan itu di dalam sebuah kontena kosong berhampiran Stesen Bas Lembah Sireh di sini pada 8 pagi. Pertuduhan dikemukakan… Continue reading

Two friends die after car crashes into tree in Melaka

MELAKA: Two friends were killed when the car they were travelling in skidded and crashed into a tree on the road divider along Jalan Persisiran Pantai Klebang here early this morning. Melaka Tengah police chief ACP Christopher Patit said the incident occurred at around 6.45 am and the victims were identified as the driver of… Continue reading

KPWKM perluas program advokasi perlindungan kanak-kanak di 300 sekolah

Menteri berkenaan Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri – BERNAMA KUCHING: Kementerian Pembangunan Wanita, Keluarga dan Masyarakat (KPWKM) memperluas Program Advokasi Perlindungan Kanak-Kanak ke 300 sekolah di seluruh Malaysia tahun ini. Menteri berkenaan Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri berkata program itu merupakan platform untuk setiap kanak-kanak di Malaysia menyuarakan hak mereka untuk membesar dalam suasana yang membina seperti… Continue reading

Kedah records investments totalling RM4.2 billion in 1Q 2025

ALOR SETAR: Kedah recorded RM4.2 billion in investments in the first quarter of this year (1Q 2025), which is expected to generate over 1,400 job opportunities. Kedah Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor said the manufacturing sector accounted for the largest share with RM3.9 billion in investments — the third highest among Malaysian… Continue reading

Kebakaran stor minyak enjin: Tiada bacaan Ammonia dikesan di lokasi pemantauan pagi ini

JOHOR BAHRU: Jabatan Alam Sekitar (JAS) Johor tidak mengesan sebarang bacaan bagi parameter ammonia di semua lokasi pemantauan sekitar kawasan kebakaran stor penyimpanan lori dan minyak enjin di Jalan Cenderai 27, Taman Kota Puteri, Masai di sini pagi tadi. Pengarah JAS Johor Dr Mohd Famey Yusoff berkata lokasi itu termasuk pos kawalan bomba yang mencatatkan… Continue reading

King grants audience to PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR: His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, today granted an audience to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim at Istana Bukit Tunku, here. The meeting lasted for approximately two hours. According to a post on the official Facebook account of Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar, the Prime Minister briefed His Majesty on the latest… Continue reading

Oil storage facility fire: Division 1 firefighting operations completed

JOHOR BAHRU: Firefighting operations in Division 1, following a fire involving a lorry and an engine oil storage facility on Jalan Cenderai 27, Taman Kota Puteri, Masai, were completed at 4 am today. Johor Zone 1 chief, Senior Fire Superintendent I Zaipulbahri Mat Rusok said that firefighting efforts in Division 2 were still ongoing due… Continue reading

Reactions on US attacks on Iran

WASHINGTON: The United States carried out attacks on three nuclear sites in Iran on Sunday, joining Israel’s bombing campaign after days of speculation over US involvement in the conflict. “Iran’s key nuclear enrichment facilities have been completely and totally obliterated. Iran, the bully of the Middle East, must now make peace,“ Trump said in a… Continue reading

Malaysia terus tarik pelaburan Intel, Vishay perluas operasi dalam negara – Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR: Kementerian Pelaburan, Perdagangan dan Industri (MITI) telah mengadakan perbincangan dengan syarikat terkemuka Intel berkenaan dengan perancangan pelaburan semula dan pengembangan operasinya di Malaysia. Menterinya Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz berkata Intel telah melabur sejumlah RM50 bilion dan mewujudkan peluang pekerjaan bagi 12,300 penduduk tempatan. “Kehadiran Intel di Malaysia sejak 1972 seiring dengan… Continue reading