July 2025 – Page 129 – Thesundailymys

Pelancongan Sabah catat RM3.3 juta pendapatan lima bulan pertama 2025

SEMPORNA: Sektor pelancongan Sabah berjaya menjana pendapatan sebanyak RM3.3 juta dalam tempoh lima bulan pertama tahun 2025, hasil daripada ketibaan kira-kira 1.44 juta pelawat. Prestasi ini menunjukkan pemulihan kukuh industri pelancongan negeri itu selepas menghadapi cabaran sebelum ini. Pembantu Menteri Pelancongan, Kebudayaan dan Alam Sekitar Sabah, Datuk Joniston Bangkuai, berkata peningkatan konsisten dalam ketibaan pelawat,… Continue reading

Armed gang attacks Kenya Human Rights Commission

NAIROBI: An armed gang attacked the headquarters of the Kenyan Human Rights Commission on Sunday as it hosted a press conference calling for an end to state violence, an AFP journalist saw. The press conference was being held ahead of Monday’s “Saba Saba Day”, an annual commemoration of pro-democracy protests in the 1990s. “The gate… Continue reading

SVM Semester 4 results out tomorrow for 15,897 candidates

KUALA LUMPUR: The Ministry of Education (MOE) has announced that the Sijil Vokasional Malaysia (SVM) Semester 4 Session 2/2024 examination results for the 2023 cohort will be released tomorrow, July 7. A total of 15,897 candidates across 86 vocational colleges nationwide sat for the exams. Candidates can collect their results in person at their respective… Continue reading

mySalam sets MBOR record for longest financial literacy livestream

TAWAU: mySalam, the national takaful protection scheme managed by Great Eastern Takaful Berhad, has made history by securing a place in the Malaysia Book of Records (MBOR) for hosting the longest continuous financial literacy livestream on TikTok LIVE. The 24-hour broadcast, held under the #24JamBijakWang initiative, took place on the @mysalamofficial TikTok account alongside the… Continue reading

Pakistani man suspected of child molestation still in Malaysia

SHAH ALAM: A Pakistani man accused of sodomising and molesting four children in Shah Alam remains at large in Malaysia. Police confirm the 25-year-old suspect targeted victims in Section 27 and Section 28 between April and July. Shah Alam police chief ACP Mohd Iqbal Ibrahim stated that all victims were minors or students. The suspect… Continue reading

Malaysia wins two titles at Petronas Junior International Challenge 2025

HOST nation Malaysia celebrated a double victory at the Petronas Malaysia Junior International Challenge 2025, securing wins in the mixed doubles and girls’ doubles categories. The tournament, held at Wawasan Hall, saw strong performances from young Malaysian shuttlers. The mixed doubles pair of Loh Ziheng and Noraqilah Maisarah Ramdan claimed Malaysia’s first title after a… Continue reading

Malaysia’s fiscal position improving as consolidation efforts start to pay off: Economist

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s fiscal consolidation efforts are beginning to bear fruit, with measures to narrow the deficit and reduce government debt gaining traction despite criticism, signalling a positive outlook for the country’s sovereign credit ratings. “Our foreign reserves have risen to US$119.9 billion (RM507 billion) from US$115.5 billion in the first half of 2025, while… Continue reading

Agrobank launches RM50m AgroPintar to support microentrepreneurs

PETALING JAYA: Agrobank has launched the Agro Pintar Niaga Programme (AgroPintar), an initiative designed to empower microentrepreneurs through a combination of financing, i-Tekad grant matching and structured entrepreneurship training to help them manage and grow their businesses sustainably. Group president/CEO Tengku Datuk Ahmad Badli Shah Raja Hussin said, “AgroPintar is a holistic programme that offers… Continue reading

JPJ suspends GDL, PSV licences until crash probes completed

KUALA LUMPUR: The Road Transport Department (JPJ) has announced the suspension of licences for commercial vehicle drivers involved in crashes until investigations conclude. Director-General Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli stated that Public Service Vehicle (PSV) and Goods Driving Licence (GDL) holders found guilty after police investigations will have their licences terminated. To ensure driver competency, suspended… Continue reading

Former Penang goalkeeper Firos Mohamed collapses during match, passes away

BALIK PULAU: Former Penang football goalkeeper Firos Mohamed, who passed away after collapsing during a match, had no prior health issues, his wife confirmed. Fildaanis Mat, 51, said her 53-year-old husband was active in football and served as a goalkeeping coach for the Penang Football Academy. She shared that the family had accompanied him to… Continue reading

JS-SEZ development to boost satellite towns in Johor districts

KLUANG: The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) is set to bring widespread benefits beyond Johor Bahru, spurring the rise of satellite towns across all 10 districts in the state. Johor Chief Minister Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi emphasised that the initiative ensures balanced infrastructure and progress, preventing any district from being left behind. Speaking at the… Continue reading

Netanyahu meets Israel president on Gaza, Arab ties before US trip

JERUSALEM: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met the country’s president on Sunday ahead of his visit to Washington, with talks focusing on the Gaza war and efforts to expand ties with Arab states, the presidency said. Netanyahu is expected at the White House on Monday for talks with US President Donald Trump, who is pushing… Continue reading

‘Emergency’ at Afghan border as migrant returns from Iran surge ahead of deadline

ISLAM QALA: Tens of thousands of Afghans streamed over the border from Iran in the days before a return deadline set for Sunday, the United Nations said, sparking an “emergency” situation at border points. In late May, Iran said undocumented Afghans must leave the country by July 6, potentially impacting four million people, out of… Continue reading

Pahang Palace warns public over fake AI video misusing Sultan’s image

KUANTAN: The Pahang Palace has issued a stern warning regarding a fabricated video created using artificial intelligence (AI) that falsely depicts the Sultan of Pahang, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah. The misleading video, which has been circulating on TikTok, falsely claims to show the Sultan offering assistance to the public. In an official statement,… Continue reading

Switzerland reopens embassy in Tehran

GENEVA: Switzerland said on Sunday it was reopening its embassy in Tehran, which was closed last month amid an air war with Israel, and will resume representing US interests in the country. As of Sunday, the embassy is “again open having temporarily been closed on June 20 owing to the instability of the situation in… Continue reading

DayOne Data Centers prioritises efficient use of power and water

JOHOR BAHRU: Global pioneer in digital infrastructure platform, DayOne Data Centers (DayOne) is focusing on optimising its energy and water consumption to support Malaysia’s sustainability goals while maintaining high-performance operations as global demand for digital infrastructure surges. DayOne Data Centers Malaysia Sdn Bhd general manager Jimmy Yan said data centres inherently consume a significant amount… Continue reading

Sweden to map immigrants’ values to boost integration

STOCKHOLM: Sweden plans to survey immigrants’ values in a bid to improve their integration into the country’s progressive and liberal society, Sweden’s new integration minister said on Sunday. Sweden’s right-wing government came to power in 2022 backed by the far-right Sweden Democrats, vowing to crack down on immigration and improve the integration of immigrants, among… Continue reading

Gunmen kill Mexico city counciller during basketball game

MEXICO CITY: Gunmen burst into a sports hall in central Mexico and shot dead a local government official attending an amateur basketball game on Saturday, local authorities said. Families and children had gathered at the sports center in the violent state of Guanajuato, where Ignacio Alejandro Roaro, a city council secretary in Apaseo el Grande,… Continue reading

Mediators tell Hamas new Gaza talks to begin in Doha

GAZA CITY: International mediators trying to broker a ceasefire to end the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza have informed the Palestinian group that talks will resume on Sunday, a Palestinian official said. “Mediators informed Hamas that a new round of indirect negotiations between Hamas and Israel will begin in Doha today, Sunday,“ the official, who is… Continue reading

Umno to contest GE16 under BN, rejects solo path says Ahmad Zahid

LUMUT: Umno president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has firmly stated that the party will not contest solo in the 16th General Election (GE16). The Deputy Prime Minister emphasised that Umno remains a core component of Barisan Nasional (BN) and will continue to collaborate with its coalition partners. Ahmad Zahid dismissed suggestions that Umno’s… Continue reading

127 Kota Anggerik haj pilgrims receive RM1,000 muassasah incentive

SHAH ALAM: A total of 127 individuals from the Kota Anggerik state constituency who performed the recent haj pilgrimage received RM1,000 each through the 1446H/2025 haj muassasah incentive. The initiative, open for applications from April 22 to July 25, is part of the Selangor government’s efforts to support first-time pilgrims. Selangor Youth, Sports, and Entrepreneurship… Continue reading

Malaysia Aviation Group exercises purchase rights for 20 additional A330neo aircraft

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), the parent company of national carrier Malaysia Airlines, has exercised its purchase rights for 20 additional A330neo aircraft through a direct order with Airbus – reaffirming its commitment to a long-term strategy for fleet renewal and network development. With this latest acquisition, Malaysia Airlines is set to become one… Continue reading

Remaja lelaki direman bantu siasatan kemalangan di Senawang

SEREMBAN: Seorang remaja lelaki berusia 19 tahun direman selama tiga hari mulai hari ini bagi membantu siasatan kes kemalangan jalan raya yang berlaku di Jalan Persiaran Senawang 1 awal pagi tadi. Kejadian itu melibatkan dua buah kereta dan mengakibatkan kecederaan parah kepada salah seorang mangsa. Menurut Ketua Polis Daerah Seremban ACP Mohammad Hatta Che Din,… Continue reading

Nasi Berlauk Juedin offers Rahmah price to help community

KUALA NERUS: Despite rising food costs, a dedicated couple continues to serve budget-friendly meals at their eatery, Nasi Berlauk Juedin, to help those struggling with expenses. Sabarudin Ramli, 42, and his wife, Ajuma’ Arasikim Din, 41, introduced a ‘rahmah’ pricing model three weeks ago, offering mixed rice with various dishes for just RM5 per plate.… Continue reading

UMNO kekal bersama BN untuk PRU16 – Ahmad Zahid tegaskan pendirian

LUMUT: UMNO tidak akan bertanding secara solo pada Pilihan Raya Umum ke-16 (PRU16) sebaliknya kekal bersama Barisan Nasional (BN) sebagai platform perjuangan politik parti itu. Presiden UMNO, Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi menegaskan pendirian itu ketika berucap di Mesyuarat Perwakilan UMNO Bahagian Lumut 2025. Timbalan Perdana Menteri itu menjelaskan UMNO akan terus menggunakan lambang… Continue reading

127 individu DUN Kota Anggerik terima insentif haji RM1,000

SHAH ALAM: Seramai 127 jemaah haji dari Dewan Undangan Negeri (DUN) Kota Anggerik menerima bantuan kewangan RM1,000 setiap seorang melalui Insentif Haji Muassasah 1446H/2025M. Program ini dibuka dari 22 April hingga 25 Julai lalu bagi membantu mereka yang pertama kali mengerjakan haji. Exco Belia, Sukan dan Keusahawanan Selangor Mohd Najwan Halimi, yang juga ADUN Kota… Continue reading

Kluang jadi bandar satelit utama hasil pembangunan JS-SEZ

KLUANG: Pembangunan Zon Ekonomi Khas Johor-Singapura (JS-SEZ) dijangka bukan sahaja memberi manfaat kepada Johor Bahru, malah meluaskan impak positif ke seluruh 10 daerah di negeri ini. Menteri Besar Johor Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi menyatakan inisiatif ini akan mencetuskan kemunculan lebih banyak bandar satelit, memastikan tiada kawasan terpinggir dalam arus pembangunan. Menurut beliau, JS-SEZ bukan sekadar… Continue reading

AirAsia signs US$12.25 billion deal for 50 A321XLRs with rights for 20 more

PETALING JAYA: AirAsia Bhd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Capital A Bhd, has signed a landmark agreement with Airbus valued at US$12.25 billion (RM51.75 billion) for 50 A321XLRs with rights for 20 more. With the agreement, the airline is taking a major step towards becoming the world’s first low-cost narrow-body network carrier, anchored by its… Continue reading

TDM diver laid to rest in Semporna after training tragedy

SEMPORNA: The remains of Corporal Mohd Haswansir Julnasir, a Malaysian Army (TDM) Special Boat Squadron member, were laid to rest at Kampung Gusung Melanta Tesi Cemetery, Pulau Bum Bum, early today. The 30-year-old soldier died during a diving exercise off Kuantan, Pahang. His body was first taken to Tengku Ampuan Afzan Hospital for a post-mortem… Continue reading

Fahmi leads Malaysia at WSIS+20 Geneva to boost digital inclusivity

GENEVA: Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil is leading Malaysia’s delegation at the World Summit on the Information Society+20 High-Level Event (WSIS+20) in Geneva from July 7 to 11. The event serves as a key platform for global leaders to discuss ICT-driven sustainable development. Malaysia’s participation aligns with the MADANI Government’s commitment to fostering an inclusive… Continue reading

ASEAN reviews major powers’ role in SEANWFZ nuclear-free treaty

KUALA LUMPUR: ASEAN is currently reviewing the technical aspects of major powers joining the Protocol to the Southeast Asia Nuclear Weapon-Free Zone (SEANWFZ) Treaty, including potential reservations on their commitments. Foreign Ministry secretary-general Datuk Seri Amran Mohamed Zin stated this reflects ASEAN’s dedication to strengthening global nuclear non-proliferation efforts. The SEANWFZ Commission is leading discussions… Continue reading

Mingyu’s visit sparks fan backlash over influencer privileges at Snickers Malaysia pop-up event

HUNDREDS of Carats, the official fandom of South Korean boy group Seventeen, flocked to Sunway Pyramid yesterday to catch a glimpse of member Mingyu at a Snickers Malaysia pop-up event but the excitement was quickly overshadowed by backlash over crowd management and influencer access. The appearance by the K-pop star set social media abuzz, with… Continue reading

South Korea investigators seek to arrest former president Yoon again

SEOUL: South Korean prosecutors requested a new arrest warrant on Sunday to detain former president Yoon Suk Yeol, after questioning him twice, including a session that lasted over nine hours. Yoon was formally stripped of office in April, after being impeached and suspended by lawmakers over his December 3 attempt to subvert civilian rule, which… Continue reading

JPJ issues RM57,000 in summonses following VEP enforcement at Johor–Singapore border

JOHOR BAHRU: The Johor Road Transport Department (JPJ) has issued 190 summonses amounting to RM57,000 during the first five days of full enforcement of the Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) at the Malaysia–Singapore land border, which began on June 1. State JPJ director Azmil Zainal Adnan said 1,767 vehicles were inspected, with 94 vehicles issued warning… Continue reading

Two Iran Guards killed clearing explosives after Israel war

TEHRAN: Two members of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards were killed Sunday while attempting to defuse explosives in an area of the country’s west hit by Israeli strikes last month, Iranian media reported. Israel and Iran fought a 12-day war sparked by an Israeli bombing campaign on June 13. The strikes, according to Israel, were aimed at… Continue reading

Selangor to enforce no plastic bag policy across all local councils

KLANG: The Selangor government is finalising amendments to standardise the No Plastic Bag Day policy across all 12 local authorities (PBTs) in the state. State said this forms part of a broader strategy to tackle plastic pollution systematically. “The amendment process is expected to be completed this year, with wider enforcement of the No Plastic… Continue reading

Ahmad Zahid shares four key steps for UMNO to reclaim Lumut in GE16

LUMUT: UMNO president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has laid out four critical conditions for the party to regain the Lumut parliamentary seat, along with the Pangkor and Pasir Panjang state seats in the 16th general election (GE16). Speaking at the 2025 Lumut UMNO Division Delegates’ meeting, Ahmad Zahid stressed the importance of unity… Continue reading

JPJ keluarkan 190 saman VEP bernilai RM57,000 dalam 5 hari

JOHOR BAHRU: Jabatan Pengangkutan Jalan (JPJ) mengeluarkan 190 saman bernilai RM57,000 dalam tempoh lima hari pertama penguatkuasaan Permit Kemasukan Kenderaan (VEP) di sempadan darat Malaysia-Singapura. Operasi bermula pada 1 Julai lalu bagi memastikan pematuhan pemandu kenderaan asing. Pengarah JPJ Johor Azmil Zainal Adnan memaklumkan sebanyak 1,767 kenderaan diperiksa sepanjang tempoh tersebut, dengan 94 daripadanya menerima… Continue reading

Jenazah anggota TDM maut latihan selaman dikebumi di Semporna

SEMPORNA: Jenazah Allahyarham Koperal Mohd Haswansir Julnasir, anggota Tentera Darat Malaysia (TDM) yang meninggal dunia semasa latihan selaman di Kuantan, Pahang, telah selamat dikebumikan di Tanah Perkuburan Kampung Gusung Melanta Tesi, Pulau Bum Bum, Semporna, Sabah. Jenazah berusia 30 tahun itu dibawa ke Hospital Tengku Ampuan Afzan (HTAA) untuk bedah siasat sebelum dihantar pulang ke… Continue reading

Selangor at 50% readiness for SUKMA 2026 games prep

SELANGOR has completed 50 percent of its preparations for hosting the 2026 Malaysia Games (SUKMA), focusing on upgrading sports facilities across the state. State Youth, Sports and Entrepreneurship Committee chairman Mohd Najwan Halimi confirmed the progress, with a target completion date set for March 2026. Key venues undergoing refurbishment include the Darul Ehsan Aquatic Centre… Continue reading

ASEAN CPR meeting discusses future cooperation with partner countries

KUALA LUMPUR: The Committee of Permanent Representatives to ASEAN (CPR) held its sixth meeting for 2025 to discuss ongoing cooperation with partner countries and develop a new Plan of Action for future collaboration. The meeting, chaired by Malaysia’s Permanent Representative to ASEAN, Datin Sarah Nava Rani Al Bakri Devadason, aimed to align efforts with the… Continue reading

Ahmad Zahid garis empat prasyarat UMNO tawan semula Lumut

LUMUT: UMNO perlu memenuhi empat prasyarat utama bagi memastikan kejayaan menawan semula kerusi Parlimen Lumut serta dua kerusi Dewan Undangan Negeri (DUN) iaitu Pangkor dan Pasir Panjang pada Pilihan Raya Umum Ke-16 (PRU16). Presiden UMNO, Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, menegaskan bahawa prasyarat pertama ialah kesatuan dan penyatuan dalam kalangan ahli UMNO Bahagian Lumut.… Continue reading

ASEAN teliti penyertaan kuasa besar dalam protokol bebas nuklear

KUALA LUMPUR: ASEAN kini sedang meneliti secara teknikal penyertaan negara kuasa besar dalam Protokol Perjanjian Zon Bebas Senjata Nuklear Asia Tenggara (SEANWFZ), termasuk kemungkinan mereka meletakkan reservasi terhadap komitmen perjanjian tersebut. Ketua Setiausaha Kementerian Luar Datuk Seri Amran Mohamed Zin menyatakan bahawa langkah ini mencerminkan usaha berterusan ASEAN untuk memperkukuh komitmen global terhadap prinsip ketidakcambahan… Continue reading

Fahmi ketuai delegasi Malaysia ke WSIS+20 di Geneva

GENEVA: Menteri Komunikasi Datuk Fahmi Fadzil akan mengetuai delegasi Malaysia ke World Summit on the Information Society+20 High-Level Event (WSIS+20) di Geneva, Switzerland dari 7 hingga 11 Julai. Menurut kenyataan Kementerian Komunikasi, penyertaan Malaysia dalam WSIS+20 adalah sebahagian daripada usaha Kerajaan MADANI untuk memperkukuh ekosistem teknologi komunikasi yang inklusif dan selari dengan Matlamat Pembangunan Mampan… Continue reading

Sabah tourism earns RM3.3 mln in first five months of 2025

SEMPORNA: Sabah’s tourism sector has shown strong growth in the first five months of 2025, generating RM3.3 million in revenue from 1.44 million visitor arrivals. The state’s improving security and international appeal have contributed to this upward trend. Assistant Tourism, Culture, and Environment Minister Datuk Joniston Bangkuai credited the rise in tourist numbers to enhanced… Continue reading

Pelajar OKU dakwa dicabul guru di Rembau

REMBAU: Seorang pelajar perempuan orang kurang upaya (OKU) berusia 16 tahun mendakwa menjadi mangsa cabul oleh seorang guru di sebuah sekolah di daerah ini. Kejadian itu dilaporkan berlaku pada 5 Mei lepas. Ketua Polis Daerah Rembau, Supt Hasani Hussain, mengesahkan laporan dibuat oleh pelajar Program Pendidikan Khas Integrasi (PPKI) pada pukul 5.15 petang semalam. Mangsa… Continue reading

Outrage as child allegedly pees on LRT floor while mum stays glued to phone

A viral TikTok video has set social media abuzz after it captured a woman and three young children onboard an LRT train — with one of the children allegedly urinating on the floor as commuters looked on. The clip, posted by user @syaffqaaa, shows the woman on a phone call while her children roam freely.… Continue reading

Mesyuarat CPR ASEAN bincang kerjasama masa depan dengan rakan kongsi

KUALA LUMPUR: Mesyuarat Jawatankuasa Wakil Tetap ke ASEAN (CPR) 6/2025 yang berlangsung baru-baru ini membincangkan kerangka kerjasama baharu dengan negara rakan kongsi. Tumpuan utama diberikan kepada penyediaan Pelan Tindakan yang akan menentukan hala tuju kerjasama serantau dalam jangka masa panjang. Wakil Tetap Malaysia ke ASEAN di Jakarta, Datin Sarah Nava Rani Al Bakri Devadason, menjelaskan… Continue reading

Durian bun has Malaysians in knead…literally

A new durian-flavoured bun from Gardenia has Malaysians going absolutely bananas — or rather, durian — as people across the country scramble to get their hands on the elusive QuickBites snack. The limited-edition treat, part of Gardenia’s iconic bread line has taken TikTok and X by storm, with many users documenting their hilarious “missions” to… Continue reading

Selangor di fasa akhir pindaan UUK hari tanpa beg plastik

KLANG: Kerajaan Selangor kini berada di peringkat akhir pindaan Undang-Undang Kecil (UUK) bagi menyelaraskan pelaksanaan Hari Tanpa Beg Plastik di semua 12 pihak berkuasa tempatan (PBT) negeri ini. Exco Kesihatan Awam dan Alam Sekitar Selangor Jamaliah Jamaluddin berkata langkah ini sebahagian daripada pendekatan tiga serampang untuk menangani pencemaran plastik secara sistematik. “Proses pindaan dijangka selesai… Continue reading