July 2025 – Page 104 – Thesundailymys

SKM approves RM1m for 94 cooperatives under ‘Jejak Koperasi’ programme

TENOM: The Cooperative Commission of Malaysia (SKM) has approved RM1.02 million in funding for 94 cooperatives under the Jejak Koperasi programme to strengthen the cooperative sector. Datuk Ewon Benedick, Minister of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives (Kuskop), stated that the funding is part of a RM2 million allocation by SKM, involving 160 cooperatives. The programme is… Continue reading

Pink Floyd’s 1971 Pompeii gig finally gets vinyl release

PINK Floyd at Pompeii is truly a historic musical document – capturing as it did a band on the cusp of superstardom. Originally filmed in the ruins of Pompeii in 1971, it was released as a concert movie the following year which saw the band take its first step towards global domination with the release… Continue reading

Vietnamese man gets 4-year jail term reinstated for leopard parts in Malaysia

PUTRAJAYA: The Court of Appeal today reinstated the four-year imprisonment sentence originally imposed by the Sessions Court on a Vietnamese man for keeping 54 parts of a protected leopard species without a special permit. A three-member bench comprising Justices Datuk Hashim Hamzah, Datuk Mohamed Zaini Mazlan and Datuk Noorin Badaruddin allowed the prosecution’s appeal to… Continue reading

High Court to decide on Na’imah’s legal questions appeal on Aug 12

KUALA LUMPUR: The High Court today fixed Aug 12 to deliver its decision on an application by Toh Puan Na’imah Abdul Khalid, the widow of the late former Finance Minister Tun Daim Zainuddin, to review the Sessions Court’s decision that dismissed her request to refer legal questions in the undeclared assets case. Justice K. Muniandy… Continue reading

Indonesian couple jailed 6 months for illegal entry into Malaysia

SIBU: An Indonesian couple has been sentenced to six months in prison by the Sessions Court here after admitting to entering Malaysia without valid travel documents. Judge Musyiri Peet delivered the verdict for 39-year-old Heriadi and his 36-year-old wife, Keti, who will be handed over to the Immigration Department after serving their jail terms. The… Continue reading

Tun M’s secret obsession? His granddaughter and Muar MP say: Cats!

ON his 100th birthday, former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad didn’t go viral for a political remark or grand statement, but for quietly bowing to a cat and saying “meow.” The moment, captured and shared by his granddaughter Serena Mukhriz (@serena.mukhriz) on Instagram, shows him respectfully greeting a fluffy orange Maine Coon with surprising… Continue reading

Amplifying China’s ‘soft’ power

AS Pop Mart’s Labubu makes its remarkable journey into toy shops and collectible showcases around the world, we are seeing further evidence of the rise of China’s soft power. The Labubu story first appeared in the Western media as relatively non-politicised articles and commentaries. Focusing on a consumer and fashion phenomenon, lifestyle editors shared the… Continue reading

Rebuilding broken bonds requires patience

Q: How can I rebuild a relationship with my children after leaving them years ago? I deeply regret walking out on my family following my divorce, and I have worked hard to change. I want to reconnect but my children currently want nothing to do with me. Focus on the Family Malaysia: It is great… Continue reading

Honouring heritage through food

SHANGRI-LA KUALA LUMPUR has been recognised as Malaysia’s first five-star hotel to be certified as a Malaysian Heritage Cuisine Hotel. The recognition was conferred by the National Heritage Department, along with the Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry during the hotel’s launch of its Malaysian Heritage Cuisine. Along with the honour, 2025 marks Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur’s… Continue reading

Women’s parking at malls sparks debate: Reserved for solo female drivers only?

THE government and private sectors are doing their best to ensure women’s safety, including the specially designated women’s coaches in the metro, as well as parking zones. However, misusing these privileges for personal convenience and putting others at a disadvantage is not fair. In the online space, women are emphasising the importance of respecting the… Continue reading

Australia police arrest man over online racial abuse of player

VICTORIA Police have arrested a man for alleged racial abuse of a National Basketball League (NBL) player via social media in a first for the sport in Australia, the national governing body said on Friday. Basketball Australia said that on July 2 police arrested and charged a 37-year-old Huntingdale man who allegedly sent the message… Continue reading

F&B operators grappling with rising costs

PETALING JAYA: Food and beverage (F&B) prices in Malaysia continue to climb as businesses grapple with rising operational costs, policy changes and currency fluctuations. Speaking to theSun anonymously via WhatsApp, the owner of a restaurant in Shah Alam serving buffet meals admitted to raising some product prices due to higher operating costs. The restaurant, which… Continue reading

ASEAN, dialogue partners prioritise Myanmar ceasefire over elections

KUALA LUMPUR: ASEAN and its dialogue partners have reiterated that elections in Myanmar are not a current priority, focusing instead on securing a lasting ceasefire and inclusive political dialogue to resolve the ongoing crisis. Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan emphasised the need to fully implement ASEAN’s Five-Point Consensus (5PC), which prioritises ending violence, delivering… Continue reading

Ukraine drone attacks kill two in Russia, target Moscow, Russia says

MOSCOW: Ukraine’s overnight and early Friday morning drone attacks killed two people in Russia and attempted to hit targets in Moscow, Russian authorities said. Russian air defences downed 155 Ukrainian drones between 11 p.m. on Thursday (2000 GMT) and 7 a.m. on Friday, including 11 bound for Moscow, Russia’s defence ministry said on the Telegram… Continue reading

Musk’s Tesla marks formal India entry with Mumbai launch event

TESLA will open its first India showroom in Mumbai next week, having imported $1 million worth of cars and merchandise, marking its entry into the world’s third-largest car market despite CEO Elon Musk’s complaints about high import tariffs. In an invitation to media late Thursday, the carmaker said the July 15 event was the “launch… Continue reading

Security, trade in focus as Australia PM Albanese heads to China

SYDNEY: Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese leaves for Shanghai on Saturday on an official visit to China where regional security tensions and efforts to grow economic ties are likely to dominate talks. Australia’s exports to China, its largest trading partner, span agriculture and energy but are dominated by iron ore, and Albanese will travel with… Continue reading

Germany plans to buy additional 15 F-35 fighter jets, Politico reports

BERLIN: Germany plans to buy 15 additional F-35 fighter jets, Politico reported on Friday citing several people familiar with the matter, a move that would increase the country’s planned fleet of the U.S.-made jet to 50. The report comes amid tensions between Germany and France on the joint Franco-German fighter jet FCAS partnership, after a… Continue reading

Germany plans to buy additional 15 F-35 fighter jets, Politico reports

Terbuka Jepun medan ujian pemain badminton Malaysia sebelum Kejohanan Dunia

KUALA LUMPUR: Pemain Malaysia diingatkan untuk mempamerkan aksi terbaik pada saingan Terbuka Jepun 2025, yang dianggap sebagai medan terbaik menilai tahap sebenar pemain elit dunia menjelang Kejohanan Dunia 2025 Ogos ini, kata Pengarah Kejurulatihan Beregu Akademi Badminton Malaysia (ABM) Rexy Mainaky. Rexy berkata status berprestij kejohanan Super 750 yang akan berlangsung di Jepun bermula Selasa,… Continue reading

Malaysian confirmed dead in Bali Strait ferry tragedy

JAKARTA: A Malaysian national has been confirmed dead in the Bali Strait ferry tragedy that occurred on July 2. The victim, identified as Fauzey Awang, 55, was found off Perancak Beach, Bali, according to Indonesia’s National Search and Rescue Agency (BASARNAS). Eko Suyatno, Deputy of Operations and Preparedness at BASARNAS, stated that Fauzey’s body was… Continue reading

Lavrov, Rubio bertemu di luar sidang kemuncak Asia Timur di KL

KUALA LUMPUR: Menteri Luar Rusia Sergey Lavrov dan Setiausaha Negara Amerika Syarikat Marco Rubio mengadakan pertemuan ringkas di sela-sela Sidang Kemuncak Asia Timur di Kuala Lumpur, lapor agensi berita Rusia, TASS. Kedua-dua pemimpin itu sebelum ini mengadakan perbincangan komprehensif pada 10 Julai, yang berlangsung kira-kira satu jam. Bagaimanapun, pertemuan pada Jumaat hanya pertemuan singkat dan… Continue reading

Anwar holds bilateral talks with China, Australia at ASEAN meeting

PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim engaged in high-level bilateral discussions with representatives from seven nations and international bodies on the sidelines of the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting. The talks, held at the Prime Minister’s Office, included China, Australia, Pakistan, Turkiye, Palestine, the United Kingdom, and the European Union. With Chinese Foreign Minister… Continue reading

Police probe claim of assault on singer Shila Amzah

KUALA LUMPUR: Police have opened an investigation paper following a report lodged by singer Nurshahila Amir Amzah, better known as Shila Amzah, who claimed she was assaulted by a popular singer yesterday. Kuala Lumpur deputy police chief Datuk Mohamed Usuf Jan Mohamad said statements from two individuals have been recorded to assist in the investigation.… Continue reading

JDT talent boosts Harimau Malaya performance, says FAM

KUALA LUMPUR: The depth of talent within Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) has proven invaluable for the national men’s football team, Harimau Malaya, according to Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) deputy president Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mahadi. The club’s mix of local, naturalised, and heritage players has elevated the national squad’s performance, helping Malaysia climb six places… Continue reading

Pasangan Indonesia dipenjara enam bulan kerana memasuki Malaysia secara haram

SIBU: Sepasang suami isteri warga Indonesia dijatuhi hukuman penjara enam bulan oleh Mahkamah Sesyen di sini hari ini selepas mengaku bersalah atas pertuduhan memasuki Malaysia secara haram. Hakim Musyiri Peet turut memerintah Heriadi, 39, dan Keti, 36, dirujuk kepada Jabatan Imigresen sebaik sahaja mereka selesai menjalani hukuman. Mereka didakwa melakukan kesalahan itu di tepi Jalan… Continue reading

Isu dadah masih belenggu kelantan, terus catat statistik tertinggi – Ahmad Zahid

TANAH MERAH: Isu penyalahgunaan dadah di Kelantan masih membelenggu negeri itu apabila berterusan mencatatkan jumlah statistik tertinggi, kata Timbalan Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. Beliau berkata statistik yang dikeluarkan Agensi Antidadah Kebangsaan (AADK), Jabatan Siasatan Jenayah Narkotik (JSJN) serta pihak Jabatan Kastam Diraja Malaysia (JKDM), jelas menunjukkan masalah itu masih belum ditangani… Continue reading

Drug abuse in Kelantan remains top concern, says Ahmad Zahid

TANAH MERAH: The issue of drug abuse continues to dominate Kelantan, with the state consistently recording the highest number of cases nationwide. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi expressed concern over the alarming statistics, emphasizing the need for stronger intervention. Speaking after opening the Tanah Merah UMNO division delegates meeting, Ahmad Zahid… Continue reading

Ahmad Zahid offers condolences to Dr Akmal Saleh on father’s passing

KUALA LUMPUR: Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi expressed his heartfelt condolences to UMNO Youth chief Datuk Dr Akmal Saleh following the passing of his father, Cikgu Saleh Lempah. In a Facebook post, Ahmad Zahid described the loss as deeply sorrowful, noting that the elder Saleh had been a pillar of inspiration… Continue reading

Usahawan produk kesihatan rugi RM84,000 dalam pelaburan Kripto

TANGKAK: Seorang usahawan produk kesihatan mengalami kerugian besar sebanyak RM84,000 selepas terperangkap dalam skim pelaburan kripto palsu. Wanita berusia 52 tahun itu diperdaya oleh suspek yang dikenali melalui TikTok pada Februari lalu. Ketua Polis Daerah Tangkak, Supt Roslan Mohd Talib, berkata mangsa telah ditawarkan pelaburan kripto melalui laman web ‘Aleosgm.Top’ dengan janji keuntungan berlipat ganda… Continue reading

Sabah state election discussions ongoing, UMNO prepares

TANAH MERAH: UMNO has engaged in discussions with relevant parties concerning the upcoming Sabah state election, though no conclusive agreement has been reached. UMNO president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi stated that the party began preparations last year to ensure readiness for the polls. “We have held discussions, but no final decision has been… Continue reading

Polis buka siasatan insiden Shila Amzah diserang ketika latihan konsert

KUALA LUMPUR: Polis membuka satu kertas siasatan berhubung laporan yang dibuat penyanyi Nurshahila Amir Amzah atau lebih dikenali sebagai Shila Amzah yang mendakwa diserang seorang penyanyi legenda semalam. Timbalan Ketua Polis Kuala Lumpur Datuk Mohamed Usuf Jan Mohamad berkata pihaknya telah merakam keterangan dua individu bagi membantu siasatan kes berkenaan. Beliau berkata Shila telah membuat… Continue reading

Elderly artist sells traditional Chinese art for RM10

WHEN there are artists producing luxurious artwork and reserving them for the “elite”, an elderly man in a wheelchair breaks that narrative by selling traditional Chinese paintings, known as guó huà, for just RM10. Sharing the story on Threads, @dyannakamal_ called on netizens to support this gifted artist — not only by buying his artwork… Continue reading

Bapa kongsi detik akhir panggilan anak sebelum kemalangan helikopter

JOHOR BAHRU: “Dia baru sahaja telefon saya minta saya doakan (keselamatan) … tidak lama selepas itu, saya dapat tahu helikopter dia terhempas,“ kata Baharom Mohammed, 82, bapa kepada Supt Ahmad Bustamin Baharom, 46, yang terlibat dalam kemalangan helikopter berhampiran Sungai Pulai, Gelang Patah. Menurut Baharom, anaknya yang berkhidmat dengan polis sejak 2005 sempat memaklumkan akan… Continue reading

South Korean man jailed 3 months for overstaying in Malaysia

GEORGE TOWN: A South Korean national was sentenced to three months in jail after admitting to overstaying in Malaysia. Jeon Eunjin, 55, pleaded guilty before Magistrate Nadratun Naim Mohd Saidi, with his sentence backdated to his arrest on June 30. Jeon, a construction worker, had remained in the country illegally after his 90-day social visit… Continue reading

South Korean man jailed 3 months for overstaying in Malaysia

US senator says Trump’s pick for Singapore ‘unqualified’

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump’s pick for ambassador to Singapore has been accused of being “unqualified” for the job after he repeatedly fumbled answers on the city-state during a Senate confirmation hearing. Anjani Sinha, an orthopedic surgeon born in India, was berated by Democratic Senator Tammy Duckworth during Wednesday’s grilling in Washington and told to… Continue reading

US senator says Trump’s pick for Singapore ‘unqualified’

Recovering Giorgio Armani says he will be back in September

ROME: The founder of Italian fashion house Giorgio Armani issued a message as he turned 91 on Friday to say that he will be back in September, after a health problem forced him to miss the Milan and Paris fashion shows in recent weeks. It was the first time Giorgio Armani has missed one of… Continue reading

Recovering Giorgio Armani says he will be back in September

Use of EPF for healthcare insurance ‘very bad idea’

PETALING JAYA: Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad has assured that using the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) Account 2 for the proposed Medical and Health Insurance Takaful scheme is entirely voluntary. However, economists warn that further depleting retirement savings is “a very bad idea” and could compromise an individual’s long-term financial security. Economist Prof… Continue reading

Use of EPF for healthcare insurance ‘very bad idea’

Dollar rises after Trump unveils new tariffs; bitcoin at record

SINGAPORE: The U.S. dollar rose on Friday, fuelled by upheavals in the global trade landscape, as U.S. President Donald Trump announced more import tariffs, ranging from 35% on neighbouring Canada to plans for blanket levies of 15% or 20% on most trade partners. Most currencies initially held in tight ranges in early Asian trade, though… Continue reading

Dollar rises after Trump unveils new tariffs; bitcoin at record

002 Pickleball Club & Academy signs Malaysia’s No. 1 Women’s Doubles Neem Shamsuddin

Neem Shamsuddin (right) IN an exciting development for Malaysian sports, 002 Pickleball Club & Academy is proud to announce the official signing of Neem Shamsuddin, Malaysia’s top-ranked women’s doubles pickleball player, as their newest professional athlete. Hailing from East Malaysia and currently based in the United States, Neem brings both proven prowess on the court… Continue reading

002 Pickleball Club & Academy signs Malaysia’s No. 1 Women’s Doubles Neem Shamsuddin

EAS crucial amid global crises says Malaysia FM Mohamad

KUALA LUMPUR: The East Asia Summit (EAS) remains relevant and is more vital than ever amid a turbulent global landscape, said Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan. “Today’s world faces a complex web of crises that jeopardise global peace, shared prosperity and the well-being of people everywhere. “From the outbreak of conflicts and rising great… Continue reading

EAS crucial amid global crises says Malaysia FM Mohamad

ASEAN, Turkiye perlu senada perjuang isu gaza, konflik global – Mohamad Hasan

KUALA LUMPUR: Sambil menyifatkan ASEAN dan Turkiye sebagai “rakan semula jadi” dalam memperjuangkan multilateralisme, keamanan, keadilan dan kemanusiaan, Menteri Luar Malaysia Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan menegaskan keperluan untuk kedua-duanya bersuara senada mengenai krisis antarabangsa yang mendesak, terutamanya situasi meruncing di Gaza. “Sebagai anggota masyarakat antarabangsa yang berprinsip dan bertanggungjawab, kita perlu menggabungkan suara kolektif kita… Continue reading

‘CEO Batu’ faces new charge for possessing explicit videos and images

KUALA LUMPUR: After being charged in the Ampang Sessions Court for alleged sexual assault, a social media influencer, known as ‘CEO Batu’, was once again brought before the court today, on a charge of possessing pornographic videos and images on his mobile phones two months ago. Muhamad Iqbal Muhamad Nor, 22, pleaded not guilty at… Continue reading