June 2025 – Page 41 – Thesundailymys

New ‘Edisi Siasat 2.0’ cannot be accessed

KUALA LUMPUR: The Telegram channel of ‘Edisi Siasat 2.0’, which was created after the “Edisi Siasat” and “Edisi Khas” channels were blocked yesterday, is now also inaccessible to users of the platform. A Bernama check of the channel found that a warning displayed, saying “This channel can’t be displayed because it violated local laws (Malaysia)”… Continue reading

Three more Malaysian pilgrims die in Makkah, total now 19

KUALA LUMPUR: Three more Malaysian pilgrims have died in the Holy City of Makkah, bringing the total number of deaths to date to 19. Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na’im Mokhtar said the latest fatalities involved pilgrims from Telok Panglima Garang, Selangor; Tanah Rata, Pahang; and Butterworth, Penang. He… Continue reading

Three more Malaysian pilgrims die in Makkah, total now 19

Weather break and midday heat makes for difficult win for Palmeiras

Saifuddin Nasution heads list of 1,015 recipients of Sabah state honours

KOTA KINABALU: Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail heads a list of 1,015 recipients of state honours in conjunction with the 74th official birthday of the Yang Dipertua Negeri of Sabah, Tun Musa Aman. Saifuddin Nasution was conferred the Seri Panglima Darjah Kinabalu (SPDK), which carries the title “Datuk Seri Panglima”. Also receiving the… Continue reading

Saifuddin Nasution heads list of 1,015 recipients of Sabah state honours

Fan gets three-year ban for racially abusing player on Instagram

A fan who racially abused former Tamworth striker Chris Wreh after the fifth-tier club’s FA Cup defeat to Tottenham Hotspur has been banned from attending matches for three years, the Football Association said on Friday. Harry Dunbar, of John Bunyan Close in Whiteley, admitted to sending a racist message to Wreh, who is Black, via… Continue reading

Fan gets three-year ban for racially abusing player on Instagram

Journalists must return to basics, uphold integrity in post-truth era – Zambry

KUALA LUMPUR: In an increasingly challenging era of journalism, media practitioners are urged to steadfastly uphold integrity, truth, and social responsibility in addressing contemporary challenges, Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir said. He said in the current post-normal and post-truth era, fake news and conspiracy theories spread easily, posing a serious challenge… Continue reading

Journalists must return to basics, uphold integrity in post-truth era – Zambry

Fahmi congratulates Mohd Khalid on appointment as new IGP

KUALA LUMPUR: Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil congratulated Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail on his appointment as the new Inspector-General of Police (IGP). In a post on Facebook, Fahmi expressed hope that Mohd Khalid, who replaces Tan Sri Razarudin Husain, will continue to discharge his duties with excellence for the safety and well-being of the… Continue reading

Fahmi congratulates Mohd Khalid on appointment as new IGP

Cambodia Airways’ inaugural flight to Penang takes off June 26 – Tiong

KUALA LUMPUR: Cambodia Airways is set to launch its inaugural flight from Phnom Penh to Penang on June 26, further enhancing bilateral ties between Malaysia and Cambodia, particularly in the tourism sector. Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing announced the new route during a dinner with industry players in Cambodia yesterday,… Continue reading

Cambodia Airways’ inaugural flight to Penang takes off June 26 – Tiong

Filipe Luis proud of Flamengo’s resilience in win against Chelsea

FRANCO Mastantuono’s transfer to Real Madrid came too soon, while the 17-year-old was still developing and pivotal to River Plate’s future, said coach Marcelo Gallardo ahead of the Argentine team’s Club World Cup match against Monterrey. Gallardo acknowledged Mastantuono’s departure will leave a void in his squad after the Spanish giants completed a deal worth… Continue reading

Filipe Luis proud of Flamengo’s resilience in win against Chelsea

Israel warns of ‘prolonged’ war against Iran

JERUSALEM: Israel’s war against Iran, now in its second week, will be “prolonged”, military chief Eyal Zamir said Friday as the arch rivals traded fire and European powers held talks with the Islamic republic. “We must be ready for a prolonged campaign,“ Zamir told Israelis in a video statement, eight days after his country launched… Continue reading

Siblings of alleged abuse victim now under care of grandparents

KANGAR: The elder brother and younger sister of an 11-year-old girl believed to have been abused by their biological parents are now under the care of their paternal grandparents, while the victim is still being treated at the Tuanku Fauziah Hospital (HTF) here. Perlis Social Welfare Department (JKM) director Ku Chik Ku Mat Esa said… Continue reading

PDRM’s terrorism response garners global recognition – Saifuddin

KUALA LUMPUR: The Royal Malaysia Police’s (PDRM) capability in tackling terrorism threats has not only been recognised at the regional level but also by global powers such as the United States, says Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail. He said this was evident in the trust placed by the US in PDRM’s expertise to… Continue reading

PM Anwar records his appreciation to Razarudin

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim expressed his appreciation to former Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Tan Sri Razarudin Husain for his service, contributions, and leadership during his tenure heading the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM). In a Facebook post today, Anwar stated that he conveyed this during a farewell courtesy call from Razarudin this… Continue reading

Gerik crash: JPJ finalising investigation for legal action against bus company operator

BUTTERWORTH: The Road Transport Department (JPJ) is finalising the investigation papers for action to be taken in court against the bus company operator involved in the accident that claimed the lives of 15 Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) students Its director-general, Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli said the investigation is now in the final stages before… Continue reading

Perlis forms special task force to recover revenue from leased land, buildings

KANGAR: A special task force led by Perlis state secretary Datuk Rahimi Ismail has been formed to address revenue leakages related to the rental of state land and buildings. Menteri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli said the task force is responsible for identifying and collecting data on premises and assets involved in the leakages, as well… Continue reading

Malaysia-Rusia setuju mulakan rundingan mou dalam kerjasama AI, operasi kebombaan

PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia dan Rusia bersetuju memulakan rundingan bagi memeterai Memorandum Persefahaman (MoU) merangkumi kerjasama dalam integrasi kecerdasan buatan (AI) dalam operasi kebombaan, teknologi simulasi penerbangan serta latihan kemahiran anggota bomba. Kementerian Perumahan dan Kerajaan Tempatan (KPKT) memaklumkan persetujuan dicapai ketika sesi perbincangan dua hala Menteri Perumahan dan Kerajaan Tempatan Nga Kor Ming dengan Menteri Pertahanan… Continue reading

Rachel Arnold to face Hong Kong’s Tze Lok in Asian Women’s Individual Squash C’ships final

KUCHING: National squash ace Rachel Arnold emerged as Malaysia’s sole representative to advance to the final of the 23rd Asian Individual Squash Championships after defeating fellow Malaysian Aifa Azman in the women’s semi-final at the Sarawak Squash Centre, Petra Jaya, here today. The world No. 19 player overcame Aifa 11-9, 11-2, 8-11, 9-11, 12-10 in… Continue reading

Perhilitan Johor tangkap gajah jantan di Desaru

JOHOR BAHRU: Jabatan Perlindungan Hidupan Liar dan Taman Negara (Perhilitan) Johor menangkap seekor gajah liar jantan di Sungai Cemaran, Desaru dekat Kota Tinggi, semalam. Pengerusi Jawatankuasa Kesihatan dan Alam Sekitar negeri Ling Tian Soon berkata penangkapan itu susulan operasi Unit Tangkapan Gajah Johor sejak Isnin lepas di Tanjung Sedili dan kawasan sekitarnya. “Gajah yang ditangkap… Continue reading

Terengganu runding bawa pulang pelajar UPSI di HRPB menerusi penerbangan ihsan TUDM – Exco

SETIU: Rundingan sedang dilakukan dengan Tentera Udara Diraja Malaysia (TUDM) bagi membawa pulang seorang pelajar Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) yang dirawat di Hospital Raja Permaisuri Bainun (HRPB), Ipoh menerusi penerbangan ihsan susulan kemalangan bas di Jalan Raya Timur-Barat (JRTB) berhampiran Gerik 9 Jun lepas. Pengerusi Jawatankuasa Kebajikan, Pembangunan Wanita, Keluarga dan Perpaduan Nasional negeri… Continue reading

Sekolah Angkat MADANI: Tokoh korporat, penaja digalak turun padang – PM Anwar

PUTRAJAYA: Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim hari ini menggalakkan tokoh korporat dan wakil syarikat penaja Sekolah Angkat MADANI, untuk turun padang ke sekolah bagi menyantuni dan memberi pendedahan awal kepada pelajar mengenai kepentingan pendidikan untuk masa hadapan mereka. Anwar yang juga Menteri Kewangan berkata selain menyumbang dari segi dana, keterlibatan syarikat dan tokoh korporat… Continue reading

Jualan Rahmah MADANI antara pengisian Festival Maal Hijrah 1447 Sarawak

KUCHING: Program Jualan Rahmah MADANI akan menjadi satu daripada acara pengisian pada Festival Maal Hijrah 1447 peringkat Sarawak yang akan berlangsung di pekarangan Masjid Jamek Negeri Sarawak pada 28 dan 29 Jun ini. Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif Lembaga Amanah Kebajikan Masjid Negeri Sarawak (LAKMNS) Datuk Abang Abdul Wahap Abang Julai berkata program jualan itu diadakan dengan… Continue reading

Malaysia komited tingkat kerjasama ASEAN perkukuh statistik rasmi – DOSM

PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia komited untuk meneruskan kerjasama dengan Biro Perangkaan Laos (LSB) dan negara anggota ASEAN lain menerusi Rangka Kerja ASEAN-Bantu-ASEAN (AHAF) dan Sistem Statistik Komuniti ASEAN (ACSS) khususnya dalam memperkukuh peranan statistik rasmi bagi memenuhi keutamaan serantau. Jabatan Perangkaan Malaysia (DOSM) memaklumkan kerjasama itu juga sebagai persediaan menghadapi pelaksanaan pelan strategik ASEAN akan datang. DOSM… Continue reading

Japan core inflation hits 2-year high, keeps rate-hike bets alive

TOKYO: Japan’s core inflation hit a more than two-year high in May, exceeding the central bank’s 2% target for well over three years, keeping it under pressure to resume interest rate hikes despite economic pressure from U.S. tariffs. The data underscores the challenge the Bank of Japan faces in juggling pressure from persistent food inflation… Continue reading

Tesla, Shanghai sign $557 million energy storage station deal, Yicai reports

BEIJING: Tesla’s first China grid-scale battery storage station using its megapack batteries will be located in Shanghai, local media Yicai reported on Friday. The deal involving an investment of 4 billion yuan ($556.8 million) was signed between the U.S. automaker, China Kangfu International Leasing Co and the Shanghai local government on Friday, according to the… Continue reading

Court extends remand order for couple involved in Sibu drug trafficking case

SIBU: Sibu Magistrate’s Court today granted an extension of the remand for a husband and wife recently arrested for allegedly masterminding a drug trafficking syndicate around Sibu. Magistrate Oon Kork Chern allowed the 52-year-old male suspect to be remanded for seven days, while the 44-year-old female suspect would be remanded for four days to assist… Continue reading

SC adds 59 entities to investor alert list in Q1

KUANTAN: The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) added 59 names to its Investor Alert List in the first quarter (1Q) of this year, said chairman Datuk Mohammad Faiz Azmi. He said this move is part of ongoing efforts to combat the increasingly rampant scams, alongside blocking fraudulent websites and social media pages. “In 2024, we added… Continue reading

China angered by British warship sailing as Taiwan raises alert level

BEIJING: China’s military criticised on Friday the sailing of a British warship through the Taiwan Strait as a deliberate attempt to “cause trouble”, while Taiwan’s president ordered monitoring stepped up in response to Chinese military activities. China, which views Taiwan as its own territory, though Taipei rejects that claim, has stepped up drills around the… Continue reading

FIH Nations Cup 2025: Speedy Tigers to meet Wales for 5th-6th place

MALAYSIA advanced to the fifth-sixth placing match of the FIH Hockey Men’s Nations Cup 2025 Championship after defeating South Africa 4-2 in a high-intensity match at the National Hockey Stadium, Bukit Jalil today. In the fifth-to-eighth place classification match, Sarjit Singh-led squad opened the score through a penalty corner by Syed Mohd Syafiq Syed Cholan… Continue reading

Rubber market ends lower following oil price drop

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian rubber market ended lower today in tandem with the downtrend in the regional rubber futures markets, a dealer said. She said the market was also dragged down by the fall in crude oil prices. “Oil prices fell sharply in Asian trade on Friday, giving back some recent gains after the White… Continue reading

BBC threatens legal action against AI startup Perplexity over content scraping, FT reports

THE BBC has threatened legal action against Perplexity, accusing the AI startup of training its “default AI model” using BBC content, the Financial Times reported on Friday, making the British broadcaster the latest news organisation to accuse the AI firm of content scraping. The BBC may seek an injunction unless Perplexity stops scraping its content,… Continue reading

FOMCA backs new RP4 electricity tariff, calls it fair and timely

KUALA LUMPUR: The Federation of Malaysian Consumers Associations (FOMCA) has expressed full support for the implementation of the new electricity tariff structure under Regulatory Period 4 (RP4), describing it as timely, progressive and beneficial for Malaysian households. FOMCA chief executive officer Dr T. Saravanan said the new tariff, which will take effect from July 1,… Continue reading

Indonesia expects to sign free trade deal with Russia-led union this year, minister says

JAKARTA: Indonesia expects to sign a free trade agreement with the Russian-led Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) this year in a move likely to boost demand for its commodity exports, its senior economic minister said in a statement released on Friday. Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto said the agreement would open up new opportunities… Continue reading

Laura Mercier is official cosmetics brand for Malaysia Airlines cabin crew

SEPANG: Laura Mercier will serve as the official cosmetics brand for Malaysia Airlines’ cabin crew, Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) announced at a ceremony to mark the partnership today. MAB Academy COO Aida Salfaraz Ahmad Fadzil said the collaboration will eventually be extended to other frontline staff, ensuring a consistent and professional appearance at all customer… Continue reading

Ex-Tronoh assemblyman’s final appeal against his rape conviction and prison sentence to be heard on Aug 27

PUTRAJAYA: The Federal Court has fixed Aug 27 to hear former Tronoh assemblyman Paul Yong Choo Kiong’s appeal against his conviction and imprisonment for allegedly raping his maid. One of his lawyers, Datuk Hisyam Teh Poh Teik, confirmed with Bernama the hearing date following a case management held today. Also representing Yong is lawyer Datuk… Continue reading

Russia sentences activist who helped Ukrainians flee war to 22 years in prison

LONDON: A Russian activist who helped collect humanitarian aid for Ukraine and evacuate Ukrainians from the war zone was sentenced on Friday to 22 years in prison by a Moscow military court, the RIA state news agency reported. Nadezhda Rossinskaya, also known as Nadin Geisler, ran a group called “Army of Beauties”, which said it… Continue reading

UK grocery watchdog probes Amazon over alleged supplier payment delays

LONDON: Britain’s grocery regulator on Friday launched an investigation into Amazon, probing whether the U.S. retail giant breached rules on timely supplier payments over a three-year period. The Groceries Code Adjudicator (GCA) said it suspected Amazon of violating paragraph 5 of the Groceries Supply Code of Practice, which mandates prompt payment to suppliers. “The alleged… Continue reading

Armed men on motor-bikes kill 34 Niger soldiers, ministry says

NIAMEY: Several hundred armed men, many on motor-bikes, attacked a Niger army base near the border with Mali, leaving at least 34 soldiers dead and 14 wounded, the Defence Ministry said. The attackers – described as “mercenaries” by the ministry – used eight vehicles and more than 200 motor-bikes in the raid on the base… Continue reading

Malaysian timber exports may gain edge in US market, says FRIM forest products director

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s timber exports may gain a competitive edge in the US market due to higher tariffs imposed on regional rivals such as Vietnam and Indonesia. Vietnam, once a leading furniture exporter in the region, now faces tariffs as high as 46% compared with Malaysia’s import levy of 24%, Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM)… Continue reading

Pro-Palestinian activists damage planes at UK military base

LONDON: Pro-Palestinian activists broke into a Royal Air Force base in central England on Friday, damaging and spraying red paint over two planes used for refuelling and transportation. Palestine Action said two members had entered the Brize Norton base in Oxfordshire, putting paint into the engines of the Voyager aircraft and further damaging them with… Continue reading

US singer Chris Brown pleads not guilty to assault charge in UK court

LONDON: U.S. singer Chris Brown pleaded not guilty on Friday to attacking a music producer with a bottle in a London nightclub two years ago. Brown is charged with attempting to inflict grievous bodily harm in what prosecutors said was an “unprovoked attack” with a tequila bottle on Abraham Diaw in a London nightclub in… Continue reading

Bursa Malaysia forms industry working group to strengthen cyber resilience in stockbroking ecosystem

PETALING JAYA: Bursa Malaysia Bhd has formed a dedicated industry working group to enhance cyber resilience across the Malaysian stockbroking ecosystem. The establishment of the industry working group is a coordinated action, moving forward from the unauthorised trades incident on April 24. Bursa Malaysia CEO Datuk Fad’l Mohamed said the industry working group represents a… Continue reading

EU bars China firms from major medical equipment deals

BRUSSELS: The European Union (EU) yesterday banned Chinese firms from government medical device purchases worth more than €5 million (RM25 million) in retaliation for limits Beijing places on access to its own market. The latest salvo in trade tensions between the 27-nation bloc and China covers a wide range of healthcare supplies, from surgical masks… Continue reading

Derivatives trading boom in India

MUMBAI: Half a dozen global trading giants, from Citadel Securities and IMC Trading to Millennium and Optiver are ratcheting up their presence in India’s booming derivatives markets – fuelling a hiring spree and pushing exchanges to improve technology. The firms’ hiring plans, being reported for the first time, come amid expectations that large domestic consumer… Continue reading