Month: July 2025

Trump calls Musk’s new political party ridiculous in latest feud

MORRISTOWN: Former US President Donald Trump has dismissed Elon Musk’s newly formed political party as “ridiculous,“ reigniting tensions between the once-allied billionaires. Speaking to reporters before boarding Air Force One, Trump criticised the idea of a third party, calling it unnecessary in America’s long-standing two-party system. “Third parties have never worked. So he can have… Continue reading Trump calls Musk’s new political party ridiculous in latest feud
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Trump calls Musk’s new political party ridiculous in latest feud

MORRISTOWN: Former US President Donald Trump has dismissed Elon Musk’s newly formed political party as “ridiculous,“ reigniting tensions between the once-allied billionaires. Speaking to reporters before boarding Air Force One, Trump criticised the idea of a third party, calling it unnecessary in America’s long-standing two-party system. “Third parties have never worked. So he can have… Continue reading Trump calls Musk’s new political party ridiculous in latest feud

PM Anwar meets New Development Bank leaders at BRICS summit

RIO DE JANEIRO: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim engaged in discussions with top officials from the New Development Bank (NDB) during the BRICS Leaders’ Summit. The meeting, led by NDB President Dilma Rousseff, focused on Malaysia’s strategic position as a BRICS Partner Country and ASEAN Chair. The NDB, headquartered in Shanghai, was founded by… Continue reading PM Anwar meets New Development Bank leaders at BRICS summit

Anwar meets Vietnamese PM Chinh at BRICS summit in Rio

RIO DE JANEIRO: Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim held talks with Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on the sidelines of the BRICS Leaders’ Summit in Brazil. The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral ties, with discussions spanning trade, energy, and maritime cooperation. Anwar was joined by Transport Minister Anthony Loke and Investment, Trade,… Continue reading Anwar meets Vietnamese PM Chinh at BRICS summit in Rio

Tax Matters – Non-reviewable contracts: Relief or missed opportunity from SST?

IT IS very common for businesses to sign long-term contracts that will go beyond one year. At the time of signing these contracts, the parties to the contracts would not have anticipated the expansion of the Sales and Service Tax (SST) and therefore not built in the necessary clauses to apply the additional taxes. When… Continue reading Tax Matters – Non-reviewable contracts: Relief or missed opportunity from SST?
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Sabalenka downs former doubles partner to power into Wimbledon quarters

WORLD number one Aryna Sabalenka marched into the Wimbledon quarter-finals on Sunday as her former doubles partner Elise Mertens fell short of upsetting the US Open champion. Sabalenka has never reached a final at the All England Club but is the player to beat as the only one of the top six seeds in the… Continue reading Sabalenka downs former doubles partner to power into Wimbledon quarters
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Sabalenka downs former doubles partner to power into Wimbledon quarters

WORLD number one Aryna Sabalenka marched into the Wimbledon quarter-finals on Sunday as her former doubles partner Elise Mertens fell short of upsetting the US Open champion. Sabalenka has never reached a final at the All England Club but is the player to beat as the only one of the top six seeds in the… Continue reading Sabalenka downs former doubles partner to power into Wimbledon quarters

Norris in dream land after epic home win at Silverstone

LANDO Norris said it was “everything I dreamed of” after making the most of McLaren team-mate Oscar Piastri’s misfortune to secure an emotion-charged British Grand Prix victory on Sunday. The beaming 25-year-old Briton claimed his maiden home triumph in stirring fashion to trim Piastri’s lead in the drivers’ world title race to eight points after… Continue reading Norris in dream land after epic home win at Silverstone
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US tariffs set for August 1 unless trade deals reached

WASHINGTON: US tariffs will take effect on August 1 unless trading partners, including Taiwan and the European Union, reach agreements with Washington, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed. The rates will revert to the higher levels initially announced by former President Donald Trump in April, following a suspension for negotiations. Bessent stated on CNN that the… Continue reading US tariffs set for August 1 unless trade deals reached
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US tariffs set for August 1 unless trade deals reached

WASHINGTON: US tariffs will take effect on August 1 unless trading partners, including Taiwan and the European Union, reach agreements with Washington, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed. The rates will revert to the higher levels initially announced by former President Donald Trump in April, following a suspension for negotiations. Bessent stated on CNN that the… Continue reading US tariffs set for August 1 unless trade deals reached

Norris in dream land after epic home win at Silverstone

LANDO Norris said it was “everything I dreamed of” after making the most of McLaren team-mate Oscar Piastri’s misfortune to secure an emotion-charged British Grand Prix victory on Sunday. The beaming 25-year-old Briton claimed his maiden home triumph in stirring fashion to trim Piastri’s lead in the drivers’ world title race to eight points after… Continue reading Norris in dream land after epic home win at Silverstone

Verstappen laments ‘really difficult’ Silverstone fifth

MAX VERSTAPPEN bemoaned “a really difficult” race on Sunday after finishing fifth for Red Bull in the British Grand Prix having started from the 44th pole position of his career. The four-time world champion led in the early stages before being overhauled by the McLarens of championship leader Oscar Piastri and eventual race winner Lando… Continue reading Verstappen laments ‘really difficult’ Silverstone fifth
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Verstappen laments ‘really difficult’ Silverstone fifth

MAX VERSTAPPEN bemoaned “a really difficult” race on Sunday after finishing fifth for Red Bull in the British Grand Prix having started from the 44th pole position of his career. The four-time world champion led in the early stages before being overhauled by the McLarens of championship leader Oscar Piastri and eventual race winner Lando… Continue reading Verstappen laments ‘really difficult’ Silverstone fifth

Death toll from Texas floods reaches 78; Trump plans visit

HUNT: The death toll from catastrophic floods in Texas reached at least 78 on Sunday, including at least 28 children, as the search for girls missing from a summer camp entered a third day and fears of more flash flooding prompted fresh evacuations. Larry Leitha, the Kerr County Sheriff in Texas Hill Country, said 68… Continue reading Death toll from Texas floods reaches 78; Trump plans visit

Family of six missing in Alor Setar since Saturday

ALOR SETAR: A family of six, including a six-month-old infant, has been reported missing after failing to return home since Saturday. The disappearance of Mohd Azim Ezzat Ishak, 32, his wife Nurul Hidayah Khalijah Razman Effendy, 31, and their four children aged between six months and nine years has left relatives deeply concerned. The family… Continue reading Family of six missing in Alor Setar since Saturday

Woman found dead with injuries in Tamparuli, suspect arrested

TUARAN: A 41-year-old woman was discovered dead with severe injuries to her neck, head, and eyes in Kampung Tenghilan, Tamparuli. Authorities believe she was attacked with a sharp weapon. Tuaran district police chief Supt Noraidin Ag Maidin confirmed the arrest of a 47-year-old suspect on the same day. The suspect, a local resident, reportedly has… Continue reading Woman found dead with injuries in Tamparuli, suspect arrested

You cannot be serious! Wimbledon line-calling system under fire after major glitch

WIMBLEDON’S automated line-calling technology came under fire on Sunday after an embarrassing malfunction robbed Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova of a point during her last-16 victory over Britain’s Sonay Kartal on Centre Court. Russian Pavlyuchenkova had reached game point at 4-4 in the opening set when Kartal hit a shot that looked clearly long but there was no… Continue reading You cannot be serious! Wimbledon line-calling system under fire after major glitch

You cannot be serious! Wimbledon line-calling system under fire after major glitch

WIMBLEDON’S automated line-calling technology came under fire on Sunday after an embarrassing malfunction robbed Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova of a point during her last-16 victory over Britain’s Sonay Kartal on Centre Court. Russian Pavlyuchenkova had reached game point at 4-4 in the opening set when Kartal hit a shot that looked clearly long but there was no… Continue reading You cannot be serious! Wimbledon line-calling system under fire after major glitch
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Coach turns underdogs Fluminense into Club World Cup challengers

BRAZILIAN soccer’s ultimate showman Renato Portaluppi has transformed Club World Cup underdogs Fluminense from relegation battlers to giant-killers in three months, setting up a blockbuster semi-final with Chelsea on Tuesday. The charismatic 62-year-old, known as Renato Gaucho, has helped them defy the odds to knock out Champions League runners-up Inter Milan in the last 16… Continue reading Coach turns underdogs Fluminense into Club World Cup challengers

PM Anwar meets Embraer, boosts Malaysia aviation sector

RIO DE JANEIRO: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim reaffirmed Malaysia’s commitment to enhancing its aviation industry during a meeting with Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer. The discussions focused on strategic investments, talent development, and technology collaboration to position Malaysia as a leading aerospace hub in ASEAN. Anwar, who is also finance minister, highlighted the government’s… Continue reading PM Anwar meets Embraer, boosts Malaysia aviation sector

TikTok Shop emerging as growth driver for Malaysian SMEs through ‘shoppertainment’

PETALING JAYA: TikTok Shop is emerging as the growth driver for Malaysian small and medium enterprises through its social media engagement and e-commerce combination known as “shoppertainment”. For local creators interviewed by SunBiz, the platform has become a game changer. Pinn Yang, for example, said TikTok Shop finally bridged the gap between content discovery and… Continue reading TikTok Shop emerging as growth driver for Malaysian SMEs through ‘shoppertainment’
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PGA rampas tanaman hiasan disyaki mengandungi serangga perosak

KOTA BHARU: Pasukan Gerakan Am (PGA) Briged Tenggara merampas sebuah lori bersama 4,000 anak pokok bunga kertas bernilai RM470,000 dalam satu pemeriksaan di Jalan Bukit Lata dekat Jeram Perdah, Pasir Mas semalam. Komander Briged Tenggara PGA Datuk Nik Ros Azhan Nik Ab Hamid berkata rampasan itu dilakukan sepasukan anggota dari Batalion 3 PGA semasa melaksanakan… Continue reading PGA rampas tanaman hiasan disyaki mengandungi serangga perosak
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Syria fights fires for fourth day as Jordan sends help

DAMASCUS: Syrian authorities said some 100 square kilometres (40 square miles) of forest had “turned to ash” in wildfires as firefighters from neighbouring Jordan arrived Sunday to battle a fourth day of blazes in the province of Latakia. Syrian emergency workers have faced tough conditions including high temperatures, strong winds, rugged mountainous terrain in the… Continue reading Syria fights fires for fourth day as Jordan sends help

Delegasi AMM ke-58 tiba di Malaysia untuk mesyuarat menteri luar ASEAN

SEPANG: Delegasi negara anggota ASEAN mula tiba di Malaysia bagi menghadiri Mesyuarat Menteri-Menteri Luar ASEAN (AMM) ke-58 dan mesyuarat berkaitan yang berlangsung dari 8 hingga 11 Julai ini. Antara yang tiba awal ialah Timbalan Menteri Luar Laos Phongsavanh Sisoulath, yang mendarat di Lapangan Terbang Antarabangsa Kuala Lumpur (KLIA) pada jam 8.05 malam Ahad. Turut hadir… Continue reading Delegasi AMM ke-58 tiba di Malaysia untuk mesyuarat menteri luar ASEAN
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Diplomatic delegations arrive in KL for ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting

SEPANG: Diplomatic representatives from across Southeast Asia have started arriving in Kuala Lumpur in preparation for the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AMM) and related discussions. The meetings, scheduled from July 8 to 11, mark a key event under Malaysia’s 2025 ASEAN Chairmanship. Among the first to arrive was Laos Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister Phongsavanh… Continue reading Diplomatic delegations arrive in KL for ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting

Gunmen on skiffs attack ship in Red Sea off Yemen: monitors

DUBAI: Gunmen on small boats fired rocket-propelled grenades and small arms at a commercial vessel in the Red Sea off Yemen on Sunday, monitors said, in the latest attack on the vital shipping lane. The incident occurred 51 nautical miles (94 kilometres) southwest of the Yemeni port of Hodeida, said the United Kingdom Maritime Trade… Continue reading Gunmen on skiffs attack ship in Red Sea off Yemen: monitors

Melaka APM volunteer dies in tragic road accident

MELAKA: A volunteer from the Malaysian Civil Defence Force (APM) lost his life in a road accident involving a motorcycle and a multipurpose vehicle (MPV) on Lebuh Ayer Keroh earlier today. The incident occurred near the Dusun Dato’ Murad Prison. Melaka Tengah police chief ACP Christopher Patit confirmed that the victim, identified as Akmal Aniq… Continue reading Melaka APM volunteer dies in tragic road accident

Sukarelawan APM maut dirempuh MPV di Melaka

MELAKA: Seorang sukarelawan Angkatan Pertahanan Awam Malaysia (APM) maut dalam kemalangan jalan raya di Lebuh Ayer Keroh berdekatan Penjara Dusun Dato’ Murad hari ini. Mangsa, Akmal Aniq Mohamed Ariff, 22 tahun, meninggal dunia akibat kecederaan dalaman di Hospital Melaka. Ketua Polis Daerah Melaka Tengah ACP Christopher Patit berkata kejadian berlaku pada 12.45 tengah hari. “Kemalangan… Continue reading Sukarelawan APM maut dirempuh MPV di Melaka
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Fritz into Wimbledon quarter-finals after Thompson retires

TAYLOR FRITZ booked a place in the Wimbledon quarter-finals in double-quick time on Sunday after Australia’s Jordan Thompson retired injured with the score at 6-1, 3-0. The US fifth seed faced gruelling five-set battles in his opening two matches but it was a different story in his fourth-round encounter on Court One. The Eastbourne champion… Continue reading Fritz into Wimbledon quarter-finals after Thompson retires

Mesyuarat pegawai kanan ASEAN sebelum AMM ke-58 di KL

KUALA LUMPUR: Ketua Setiausaha Kementerian Luar Datuk Seri Amran Mohamed Zin mengadakan pertemuan dua hala dengan pegawai kanan ASEAN dari Kemboja, Indonesia, Thailand, dan Brunei menjelang Mesyuarat Menteri-Menteri Luar ASEAN (AMM) ke-58. Perbincangan tertumpu kepada penyelarasan agenda, pemuktamadan dokumen hasil bersama, serta aspek logistik dan protokol bagi memastikan kelancaran mesyuarat. “Perbincangan ini penting untuk memperkukuh… Continue reading Mesyuarat pegawai kanan ASEAN sebelum AMM ke-58 di KL
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BN yakin kerjasama dengan PH kekal menang PRU16

GOPENG: Barisan Nasional (BN) menyatakan keyakinan bahawa kerjasama strategik bersama Pakatan Harapan (PH) akan mengekalkan dominasi mereka dalam Pilihan Raya Umum Ke-16 (PRU16). Keyakinan ini berasaskan kejayaan besar dalam dua Pilihan Raya Kecil (PRK) terkini di Johor dan Perak. Pengerusi BN Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi berkata, peningkatan majoriti di DUN Mahkota dan Ayer… Continue reading BN yakin kerjasama dengan PH kekal menang PRU16
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Mangsa bot karam di Mukah ditemukan, lima masih hilang

MUKAH: Seorang lagi mangsa bot karam di perairan Pantai Belawai dekat Kampung Belawai ditemukan hari ini, menjadikan jumlah kematian lima orang setakat ini. Menurut Jurucakap Pusat Gerakan Operasi (PGO) Jabatan Bomba dan Penyelamat Malaysia (JBPM) Sarawak, mayat kanak-kanak lelaki yang belum dikenal pasti itu ditemui kira-kira 300 meter dari lokasi kejadian pada pukul 6 petang.… Continue reading Mangsa bot karam di Mukah ditemukan, lima masih hilang
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Fifth body found in Belawai boat tragedy, five still missing

MUKAH: The death toll from the Belawai boat tragedy has risen to five after another victim was recovered today. Search operations continue for five missing individuals following the capsizing incident off Pantai Belawai. The Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department confirmed the recovery of a boy’s body at 6 pm, approximately 300 metres from the accident… Continue reading Fifth body found in Belawai boat tragedy, five still missing

Haiwan mati diracun di Bukit Bendera, siasatan sedang dijalankan

GEORGE TOWN: Perbadanan Bukit Bendera Pulau Pinang (PBBPP) mengesahkan terdapat beberapa kes haiwan mati akibat diracun di kawasan Bukit Bendera. Kejadian ini melibatkan anjing, kucing, dan burung yang dipercayai termakan makanan beracun. PBBPP dalam kenyataan rasmi di Facebook menegaskan bahawa tindakan ini tidak berperikemanusiaan dan boleh mengancam ekosistem serta keselamatan awam. “Menggunakan racun untuk menghapuskan… Continue reading Haiwan mati diracun di Bukit Bendera, siasatan sedang dijalankan
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Keputusan peperiksaan SVM diumum esok – semak dalam talian

KUALA LUMPUR: Keputusan peperiksaan Sijil Vokasional Malaysia (SVM) Semester 4 Sesi 2/2024 bagi Kohort 2023 akan diumumkan esok, menurut Kementerian Pendidikan (KPM). Sebanyak 15,897 calon telah menduduki peperiksaan tersebut di 86 kolej vokasional di seluruh negara. Calon boleh mendapatkan keputusan mereka di kolej masing-masing bermula jam 10 pagi. Selain itu, KPM turut menyediakan capaian dalam… Continue reading Keputusan peperiksaan SVM diumum esok – semak dalam talian
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Tiga parah seorang cedera ringan kereta terjunam di sungai George Town

GEORGE TOWN: Tiga individu termasuk dua beradik mengalami kecederaan parah manakala seorang lagi cedera ringan selepas kereta pelbagai guna (MPV) jenis Perodua Alza yang mereka naiki terbabas sebelum terjunam ke dalam sungai di Jalan York. Mangsa yang mengalami kecederaan serius dikenal pasti sebagai Rashidah Bee Shaik Mydin, 54, Fatimah Beevi P.M. Mydin, 59, dan Mydin… Continue reading Tiga parah seorang cedera ringan kereta terjunam di sungai George Town
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BN confident PH cooperation will secure GE16 victory says Zahid

GOPENG: Barisan Nasional (BN) remains optimistic that its collaboration with Pakatan Harapan (PH) will secure victories in the upcoming 16th general election (GE16). BN chairman Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi pointed to recent by-election results as evidence of the coalition’s strengthened performance when working with PH. During the Gopeng UMNO Division Delegates’ Meeting, Zahid referenced… Continue reading BN confident PH cooperation will secure GE16 victory says Zahid

Suspek Pakistan dikejar kes liwat, cabul kanak-kanak di Shah Alam

SHAH ALAM: Seorang lelaki warga Pakistan berusia 25 tahun yang disyaki terlibat dalam kes liwat dan pencabulan terhadap tiga kanak-kanak serta seorang remaja lelaki di Seksyen 27 dan Seksyen 28 di sini dipercayai masih berada di Malaysia. Ketua Polis Daerah Shah Alam ACP Mohd Iqbal Ibrahim mengesahkan suspek belum ditangkap dan operasi pengesanan masih dijalankan.… Continue reading Suspek Pakistan dikejar kes liwat, cabul kanak-kanak di Shah Alam
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Umno must groom principled leaders to meet voter expectations

SEREMBAN: Umno must cultivate leaders who embody integrity, transparency, and the ability to unite Malaysia’s diverse communities to align with modern voter expectations. Umno vice-president Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani highlighted that today’s voters, particularly the youth, demand leaders who are not only well-informed but also ethical and credible. “What else do they want… they… Continue reading Umno must groom principled leaders to meet voter expectations

JPJ gantung lesen pemandu kenderaan perdagangan jika terlibat kemalangan

KUALA LUMPUR: Jabatan Pengangkutan Jalan (JPJ) akan menggantung lesen pemandu kenderaan perdagangan yang terlibat dalam kemalangan sehingga siasatan selesai. Jika pemandu didapati bersalah, lesen mereka akan dibatalkan. Ketua Pengarah JPJ Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli berkata pemandu yang lesennya digantung perlu menjalani Program Latihan Semula sebelum lesen boleh diaktifkan semula. “Program ini akan dianjurkan oleh JPJ… Continue reading JPJ gantung lesen pemandu kenderaan perdagangan jika terlibat kemalangan
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Firos tiada masalah kesihatan, rancang hantar anak ke KPTM hari ini

BALIK PULAU: Bekas penjaga gol legenda Pulau Pinang, Firos Mohamed, yang meninggal dunia selepas rebah semasa perlawanan bola sepak malam tadi, tidak mempunyai sebarang masalah kesihatan termasuk penyakit jantung. Isterinya, Fildaanis Mat, 51, berkata suaminya yang berusia 53 tahun itu aktif dalam sukan bola sepak dan berkhidmat sebagai jurulatih penjaga gol di Akademi Bola Sepak… Continue reading Firos tiada masalah kesihatan, rancang hantar anak ke KPTM hari ini
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Four injured as car crashes into canal in Penang

GEORGE TOWN: Four individuals sustained serious injuries after their Perodua Alza veered off the road and crashed into a shallow canal along Jalan York. The victims included an elderly man and three women, with two of them being sisters. The injured were identified as Mohd Barak Abdul Latiff, 64, who suffered minor injuries, while Rashidah… Continue reading Four injured as car crashes into canal in Penang

Video palsu AI guna imej Sultan Pahang tawar bantuan – jangan terpedaya

KUANTAN: Istana Pahang menegaskan bahawa video menggunakan teknologi kecerdasan buatan (AI) yang memaparkan wajah menyerupai Sultan Pahang, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, menawarkan bantuan kepada rakyat adalah palsu. Video tersebut disebarkan melalui beberapa akaun di TikTok dan dikesan sebagai cubaan penipuan. Menurut kenyataan rasmi di laman Facebook Kesultanan Pahang, imej Al-Sultan Abdullah telah disalahgunakan… Continue reading Video palsu AI guna imej Sultan Pahang tawar bantuan – jangan terpedaya
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