MEXICO CITY: Mexico’s discussions with the U.S. on tariffs include concerns over intellectual property and the country’s anti-trust regulator, Economy Minister Marcelo Ebrard said on Thursday. Speaking to journalists, he added that the points of contention should be addressed under the upcoming review of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada (USMCA) trade agreement – REUTERS
FERRARI has announced a multi-year contract extension for Formula One team boss Fred Vasseur, reinforcing confidence in his leadership. The move follows months of speculation about his future, particularly after reports linked Ferrari to other candidates, including former Red Bull boss Christian Horner. Ferrari CEO Benedetto Vigna stated, “Today we want to recognise what has…
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LONDON: Britain said the European Union will remove tariffs on key steel products under a quota system from Friday as part of a reset of ties and a recent deal to ease trade barriers. In May, Britain agreed the most significant reset of defence and trade ties with the European Union since Brexit, which included…
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FORMULA ONE championship leader Oscar Piastri conceded on Thursday that the title battle has effectively narrowed to a duel between himself and McLaren teammate Lando Norris. The Australian holds a 16-point advantage over Norris heading into this weekend’s Hungarian Grand Prix, the final race before the sport’s summer break. Red Bull’s Max Verstappen, a four-time…
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WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Thursday increasing tariffs on Canadian goods to 35% from 25%, the White House said. The new rates goes into effect on August 1. “In response to Canada’s continued inaction and retaliation, President Trump has found it necessary to increase the tariff on Canada from 25%…
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MANCHESTER CITY Director of Football Txiki Begiristain has left the Premier League club after 13 years, with former Sporting director Hugo Viana set to take his place, the club confirmed on Thursday. The 60-year-old Spaniard played a pivotal role in City’s golden era, securing seven Premier League titles, two FA Cups, a Champions League, and…
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MUKAH: Wildfires raging in plantations and jungles in Mukah, Sarawak surged beyond 110ha in size as of yesterday morning. Aerial water bombing by the Fire and Rescue Department Air Wing Unit was carried out and reduced hotspots to 75ha at noon. Ashes from the blaze are causing widespread air pollution. The Sarawak Natural Resources and…
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WASHINGTON: After paving over the Rose Garden and adding gold leaf in the Oval Office, President Donald Trump will embark on his most dramatic addition to the White House yet: a new, $200 million ballroom to be built adjacent to the mansion’s East Wing. Trump, a former real estate developer with a penchant for decorating,…
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WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump sent letters to the leaders of 17 major pharmaceutical companies outlining how they should slash U.S. prescription drug prices to match those paid overseas, the White House said on Thursday. Trump signed a sweeping executive order in May demanding drugmakers cut U.S. medicine prices to match those abroad, saying that if…
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PETALING JAYA: The 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) tabled yesterday sets the tone for a decisive five-year push to future-proof the economy, bridge income gaps and position the nation as a resilient, high-tech and inclusive economy. Anchored on sustainability, reform and digital change, the blueprint outlines bold policy shifts designed to navigate a volatile global landscape…
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KUALA TERENGGANU: Two Turkiye nationals remain missing after their sailing yacht capsized in stormy waters near Pulau Yu on Tuesday. A third crew member was rescued after drifting at sea for 25 hours. Terengganu Maritime director Maritime Captain Hamiludin Che Awang confirmed the incident, stating that the yacht, Daisy, had departed Pulau Tioman, Pahang, en…
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KUALA LUMPUR: By 2040, Malaysia is projected to achieve developed nation status with a fair society, an inclusive economy, and strong environmental governance, as outlined in the newly released 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP). The document emphasizes that realizing this vision demands collaboration beyond government efforts, requiring active participation from the private sector, community leaders, and…
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PELABUHAN KLANG: Satu kejadian kebakaran belukar seluas 0.8 hektar (2 ekar) berlaku di Pandamaran, Pelabuhan Klang pada petang ini. Menurut Jabatan Bomba dan Penyelamat (JBPM) Selangor, operasi pemadaman masih berjalan setelah pasukan bomba tiba di lokasi sekitar jam 7.20 malam. Penolong Pengarah Bahagian Operasi JBPM Selangor, Ahmad Mukhlis Mokhtar, memaklumkan bahawa pihak bomba menerima panggilan…
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MOSCOW: Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a law imposing fines on internet users who search for content labelled as “extremist” by authorities. The legislation, criticised as a crackdown on free expression, penalises individuals up to 5,000 rubles ($64) for accessing banned materials. The law targets searches for web pages, books, music, or artwork deemed…
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LILLE: A Palestinian student from Gaza is under investigation in France for allegedly posting antisemitic messages online, leading to the revocation of her university accreditation. Officials confirmed she will have to leave the country. France’s Sciences Po university in Lille cancelled the student’s enrolment after accusations surfaced. Lille’s chief prosecutor, Carole Etienne, stated that an…
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NEW YORK: Microsoft’s market valuation surged past $4 trillion early Thursday as investor enthusiasm for artificial intelligence propelled its shares higher following robust earnings. The tech giant reported $27.2 billion in quarterly profits, with its stock jumping 5.3 percent. Microsoft is now the second company to cross the $4 trillion mark, trailing AI leader Nvidia.…
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HONG KONG: One of Hong Kong’s largest LGBTQ events, Pink Dot Hong Kong, has been cancelled after organisers were denied a venue “without explanation”. The annual celebration, held since 2014, was scheduled for October 12 but could not proceed after West Kowloon Cultural District refused to rent the space. Organisers said they had engaged the…
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LISBON: Portugal is evaluating whether to recognise the State of Palestine during the United Nations General Assembly in September, Prime Minister Luis Montenegro’s office confirmed on Thursday. The move follows similar signals from France, Britain, and Canada, as global criticism mounts over worsening conditions in Gaza. A government statement said Portugal is “considering recognition of…
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WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump has branded India and Russia as “dead economies” while confirming plans to impose new tariffs on New Delhi. In a late-night social media post, Trump dismissed concerns over India’s trade ties with Russia, stating, “They can take their dead economies down together, for all I care.” Trump criticised India’s high…
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WASHINGTON: The United States announced it will deny visas to Palestinian Authority officials, accusing the governing body of attempting to “internationalise” its conflict with Israel. The State Department stated the Palestinian Authority is pursuing actions through the International Criminal Court (ICC) and International Court of Justice (ICJ) while continuing to “support terrorism.” The visa restrictions…
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THE Irish Court of Appeal has dismissed Conor McGregor’s attempt to overturn a jury ruling ordering him to pay damages to a woman who accused him of sexual assault. The court rejected the appeal entirely, upholding the previous decision. Nikita Hand, the plaintiff, alleged that McGregor sexually assaulted her on December 9, 2018. Last year,…
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DAVID Popovici is ready for a well-earned beach holiday after completing a sprint double at the World Aquatics Championships in Singapore. The 20-year-old Romanian secured gold in the 100m freestyle with a championship-record time of 46.51 seconds, adding to his 200m freestyle victory earlier in the week. Popovici outpaced American Jack Alexy (46.92) and Australia’s…
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PAPE Matar Sarr scored an astonishing goal from the halfway line as Tottenham Hotspur defeated Arsenal 1-0 in a fiery pre-season friendly at Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Stadium. The Senegalese midfielder capitalised on a defensive error and spotted goalkeeper David Raya off his line before unleashing an audacious 50-yard strike just before halftime. The match,…
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TAWAU: Pihak konsulat atau Kedutaan Republik Indonesia diminta mempercepat pengeluaran surat perjalanan laksana paspor (SPLP) untuk 969 warganya yang masih dalam tahanan di depot imigresen di Sabah. Tujuannya adalah untuk memudahkan pemindahan mereka ke negara asal. Pengarah Jabatan Imigresen Sabah Datuk Sh Sitti Saleha Habib Yusoff menekankan pentingnya kerjasama pihak berkenaan. “Pemindahan terakhir dilakukan pada…
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TAWAU: The Indonesian consulate or embassy has been urged to expedite the issuance of travel documents in lieu of passports (SPLP) for 969 of its nationals currently detained at immigration depots in Sabah. Sabah Immigration director Datuk Sh Sitti Saleha Habib Yusoff stressed the need for cooperation to ensure detainees can return home promptly. “The…
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KOTA KINABALU: The Credit Counselling and Debt Management Agency (AKPK) has expanded its financial literacy initiative, GoGiggers, to East Malaysia through the GoGiggers 2.0 Borneo Tour 2025. The programme targets approximately 80,000 Foodpanda delivery riders in Sabah and Sarawak, equipping them with essential financial knowledge via interactive methods. AKPK CEO Azaddin Ngah Tasir highlighted the…
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PUTRAJAYA: Bekas Menteri Besar Pahang Tan Sri Adnan Yaakob gagal mengetepikan penghakiman terus yang memerintahkan beliau membayar penalti RM84,000 kepada Suruhanjaya Sekuriti (SC) kerana melanggar peruntukan di bawah Akta Pasaran Modal dan Perkhidmatan 2007. Panel tiga hakim Mahkamah Rayuan diketuai Datuk Azimah Omar memutuskan bahawa Adnan sepatutnya memfailkan semakan kehakiman bagi mencabar penalti tersebut. “Atas…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Polis menahan sepasang suami isteri bagi membantu siasatan kematian bayi perempuan berusia tujuh bulan, yang juga anak angkat mereka dipercayai akibat didera di Cheras. Timbalan Ketua Polis Daerah Cheras Supt Ridzuan Khalid mengesahkan penahanan pasangan berusia 38 hingga 50 tahun itu oleh Bahagian D11 Jabatan Siasatan Jenayah Kuala Lumpur. “Kedua-duanya kini direman seminggu…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Mayat seorang lelaki dengan kaki dan tangan terikat serta kepala dibalut kain ditemui berhampiran landasan kereta api di Sungai Serian, Kalumpang, Hulu Selangor hari ini. Ketua Polis Daerah Hulu Selangor Supt Ibrahim Husin berkata mayat itu dijumpai orang awam kira-kira jam 10.30 pagi sebelum laporan dibuat. Berdasarkan siasatan awal, mayat dipercayai dicampak dari…
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JOHOR BAHRU: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) in Johor has detained two additional police officers for allegedly soliciting and accepting bribes worth approximately RM635,000. The bribes were reportedly taken in exchange for not taking action against illegal gambling activities. A six-day remand order, valid until August 5, was granted by Senior Assistant Registrar Chai Ing…
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KUALA LUMPUR: A policeman sustained serious injuries after being stabbed by a suspect during a crime prevention patrol at Pudu Market this afternoon. Acting Kuala Lumpur Police Chief Datuk Mohamed Usuf Jan Mohamad confirmed the incident, stating the victim was attacked while inspecting the suspect along with four other officers. “The suspect suddenly pulled out…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Police have detained a married couple to assist in investigations into the death of their seven-month-old adopted baby girl, believed to be a victim of abuse in Cheras. Cheras deputy police chief Supt Ridzuan Khalid confirmed the arrests, stating that the couple, aged between 38 and 50, was taken into custody by the…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Seorang anggota polis cedera parah selepas ditikam menggunakan pisau oleh seorang lelaki di Pasar Pudu, Jalan Yew, di sini tengah hari tadi. Pemangku Ketua Polis Kuala Lumpur Datuk Mohamed Usuf Jan Mohamad berkata kejadian berlaku ketika anggota polis lelaki itu sedang menjalankan rondaan cegah jenayah bersama empat anggota polis lain. “Ketika mangsa memeriksa…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Kerajaan memperkukuh usaha mitigasi banjir menerusi tiga strategi utama di bawah Rancangan Malaysia Ke-13 (RMK13), termasuk mempercepat 43 projek tebatan banjir berkeutamaan tinggi (TBBT) dengan peruntukan RM12 bilion. Antara projek yang disegerakan ialah Rancangan Tebatan Banjir (RTB) Bandaraya Kuching, RTB Lembangan Sungai Johor, Sungai Muar, Sungai Pahang, dan Baling. Pasukan pelaksana khas ditubuhkan…
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IPOH: Polis menahan dua lelaki selepas menemukan sepucuk revolver .38 Smith & Wesson bersama peluru hidup di sebuah rumah dua tingkat di Kampung Belakang Pasar, Bidor semalam. Ketua Polis Daerah Tapah Supt Johari Yahya berkata polis bertindak ke rumah itu selepas menerima laporan orang awam yang terdengar bunyi letupan kira-kira 9.20 malam di lokasi itu.…
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WHEN setting up an audio system, unless you are getting floorstanders, always budget for appropriate speakers stands. These should never be an after-thought as the correct stands can make all the difference in audio quality and overall listening experience. Why? In short, speaker stands will isolate your speakers from unwanted vibrations and also lessen sound…
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FRENCH swimming sensation Leon Marchand secured gold in the 200m medley at the World Championships, just a day after breaking the world record. The 23-year-old, who dominated the Paris Olympics last year, clocked 1:53.68 in the final—his second-fastest time ever. Marchand admitted he struggled to sleep following his record-breaking semi-final performance. “I felt so excited…
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SHAH ALAM: Polis sedang memburu enam lelaki tempatan yang terlibat dalam kes samun bersenjata di sebuah pusat snuker di Kapar, Klang, semalam. Kejadian berlaku sekitar pukul 7 malam dengan suspek bersenjatakan parang berjaya melarikan wang tunai berjumlah RM823. Ketua Polis Daerah Klang Utara ACP S. Vijaya Rao mengesahkan tiga suspek memasuki premis manakala tiga lagi…
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GERMANY’s two-time Olympic biathlon champion Laura Dahlmeier has been confirmed dead at age 31 after being struck by falling rocks during a mountaineering expedition in Pakistan. Her management company stated that rescue operations were “impossible” due to the hazardous conditions. “Rescue efforts to recover her failed and the operation was suspended,“ the company said in…
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FORMER NBA All-Star Gilbert Arenas was arrested on Wednesday alongside five others for allegedly hosting illegal high-stakes poker games at his mansion in Los Angeles. Federal prosecutors revealed that the 43-year-old ex-Washington Wizards player rented his Encino property to run the underground gambling operation between September 2021 and July 2022. According to the indictment, the…
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BUKIT MERTAJAM: The public is advised to use Qunut Nazilah prayers to seek blessings for the Muslim ummah and national well-being, not for political purposes. Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Dr Zulkifli Hasan emphasised that religious authorities, including state muftis and scholars, have provided clear guidance on the proper conduct of…
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KUALA LUMPUR: The government is prioritising national food security in the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) through sustainable agrofood production, supply chain resilience, and innovative farming strategies. The Economic Affairs Ministry’s document highlights large-scale agriculture expansion in East Coast states, Sabah, and Sarawak to meet domestic demand and explore international markets. Padi production will be intensified…
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THE Malaysian Football League (MFL) has expressed confidence that fan support for the upcoming 2025/2026 Super League season will remain strong, even with the absence of several prominent teams from last season. MFL acting chief executive officer Mohd Shazli Shaik Mohd noted that pre-season match attendance indicates a positive trend. “I think the perception (that…
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THE Malaysian Football League (MFL) has expressed confidence that fan support for the upcoming 2025/2026 Super League season will remain strong, even with the absence of several prominent teams from last season. MFL acting chief executive officer Mohd Shazli Shaik Mohd noted that pre-season match attendance indicates a positive trend. “I think the perception (that…
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BRUSSELS: The European Union stated on Thursday that its prized wine industry would likely face new US tariffs alongside most European exports, though negotiations continue to secure exemptions. A weekend trade agreement between Brussels and Washington will impose a 15 percent levy on EU goods starting Friday, with some exceptions like aircraft already confirmed. France,…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim expressed relief that no serious casualties or widespread damage were reported following the massive earthquake off Russia’s far eastern coast. In a Facebook post, Anwar commended the swift action of early-warning systems and emergency responders who moved quickly to protect lives. He said, “The massive earthquake off…
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SEREMBAN: The Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) has started distributing 150 community boats worth RM1.8 million nationwide to speed up flood rescue operations. Deputy Minister of Housing and Local Government Datuk Aiman Athirah Sabu said the phased handover began today. “The boats will go to eligible recipients like the Community and Volunteer Fire Brigade,…
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ISLAMABAD: The opposition leader in Pakistan’s parliament was among more than 100 people convicted Thursday over nationwide protests in support of Imran Khan in 2023, his party said. A statement from Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party (PTI) said six members of parliament, a senator, and a provincial MP, were given 10-year sentences, a week after several…
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IPOH: Police arrested two brothers in Kampung Belakang Pasar, Bidor, after discovering a .38 Smith & Wesson revolver and live ammunition in their home. The suspects, aged 45 and 46, were detained following a public report of an explosion heard at the location around 9.20 pm. Tapah district police chief Supt Johari Yahya confirmed the…
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KYIV: Ukraine’s parliament voted on Thursday in favour of a new anti-corruption bill, replacing a contentious law that had sparked mass protests. The legislation, pre-approved by anti-graft bodies, introduces measures such as regular lie detector tests for officials. European allies had expressed concerns that the previous law could weaken Ukraine’s anti-corruption reforms, crucial for its…
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