July 2025 – Page 13 – Thesundailymys

Mother of cyberbullied boy seeks apology, compensation

SHAH ALAM: The mother of a boy who was purportedly severely cyberbullied following a school incident is demanding a full public apology and compensation from a couple for allegedly spreading defamatory remarks about her son and family on social media. Fatimah Lailati Omar, 52, said the allegations had caused serious emotional harm to her son… Continue reading

Tea dating app suspends messaging after security breaches expose user data

WASHINGTON: The women-only dating advice app Tea has temporarily disabled its direct messaging feature after multiple security breaches exposed users’ personal information and private conversations. The company announced the suspension on TikTok, citing an “abundance of caution” following the discovery of the vulnerabilities. The decision comes after tech publication 404media reported last week that Tea… Continue reading

Australia reopens market for Canadian beef after 22-year ban

OTTAWA: Australia has ended its 22-year ban on Canadian beef and beef products, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency announced. The move brings relief to farmers but is unlikely to drive significant new exports due to market conditions. Australia first restricted Canadian beef imports in 2003 after Canada reported its first domestic case of mad cow… Continue reading

Shielding children from digital harm

PETALING JAYA: The government may bar children under 13 from owning social media accounts as part of broader efforts to shield them from harmful online content, Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil told Parliament yesterday. He said while most platforms already prohibit users below 13 from registering, it is observed that many children continue to bypass the… Continue reading

New York gunman was flagged by security camera system before attack, sources say

WASHINGTON/NEW YORK: Cameras at 345 Park Avenue flagged an approaching gunman on Monday as a potential threat that required immediate attention, seconds before he burst into the office skyscraper’s lobby and began firing, according to two former federal officials familiar with New York building security systems. A still frame of CCTV footage obtained by Reuters… Continue reading

Australia adds YouTube to social media ban for children

SYDNEY: Australia said on Wednesday it will include Alphabet-owned YouTube in its world-first ban on social media for teenagers, reversing an earlier decision to exempt the video-sharing platform. Australia’s internet watchdog last month urged the government to overturn the proposed exemption for YouTube after its research found 37% of children aged 10 to 15 reported… Continue reading

Immigration Department detains 171 foreigners in raid

KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 171 foreign nationals were detained by the Immigration Department for various offences during an operation in Jalan Masjid India yesterday. The nearly two-hour raid, led by Putrajaya Immigration Enforcement Division director Basri Othman, involved 160 officers who inspected 14 premises to ensure employers only hired foreigners with valid work permits.… Continue reading

Foldable, fast, functional

Launching today, vivo’s new foldable smartphone has arrived in Malaysia with the vivo X Fold5. theSun spent several days with it and the foldable has proven itself to be very impressive, with almost no drawbacks. At around 217g in weight, the vivo X Fold5 is quite light for a foldable in the current ecosystem, while… Continue reading

‘Tech poses challenges in litigation of child porn cases’

KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 287 child pornography cases were probed by police between 2021 and 2025, with 90% resulting in prosecution and conviction, Lenggong MP Datuk Seri Dr Shamsul Anuar Nasarah (PH-PKR) told Dewan Rakyat yesterday. The Home deputy minister warned that while this high conviction rate reflects police commitment, emerging digital threats, including… Continue reading

Malaysia terajui tadbir urus AI serantau melalui Rangkaian Keselamatan AI ASEAN

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia akan memimpin inisiatif serantau bagi memperkukuh tadbir urus kecerdasan buatan (AI) menerusi penubuhan Rangkaian Keselamatan AI ASEAN. Platform ini bertujuan membangunkan piawaian bersama dalam etika, inovasi, dan pengurusan teknologi AI di rantau ini, selaras dengan peranan negara sebagai Pengerusi ASEAN 2025. Menteri Digital Gobind Singh Deo menekankan kepentingan membina kepercayaan dalam ekosistem… Continue reading

Mesyuarat khas bincang penambahbaikan liputan telekomunikasi di lebuh raya

KUALA LUMPUR: Satu mesyuarat khas telah diadakan bagi membincangkan usaha menambah baik liputan telekomunikasi dan Internet di lebuh raya, kata Menteri Kerja Raya Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi. Beliau berkata mesyuarat itu, yang turut melibatkan Menteri Komunikasi Datuk Fahmi Fadzil, Suruhanjaya Komunikasi dan Multimedia (MCMC) serta Lembaga Lebuhraya Malaysia (LLM), diadakan susulan liputan Internet serta… Continue reading

Kesihatan mental belia semakin terjejas, perlukan sistem sokongan

KUCHING: Kesihatan mental dalam kalangan belia semakin terjejas akibat pelbagai faktor termasuk tuntutan akademik, ketidaktentuan ekonomi, penggunaan digital berlebihan, dan keretakan dalam institusi keluarga, kata Menteri Belia, Sukan dan Pembangunan Usahawan Sarawak Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. Beliau berkata situasi ini amat membimbangkan terutamanya di kawasan luar bandar dan golongan terpinggir, di mana perkhidmatan… Continue reading

Malaysia Indonesia capai 4 MoU penting dalam rundingan tahunan ke-13

JAKARTA: Malaysia dan Indonesia mencapai kemajuan signifikan dalam Rundingan Tahunan ke-13 dengan pemeteraian empat memorandum persefahaman (MoU) penting. Pertemuan yang berlangsung di Jakarta ini menyaksikan kedua-dua negara bersetuju memperkukuh kerjasama dalam pelbagai bidang strategik. Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim menyatakan, “Kami menyentuh pelbagai isu penting termasuk sasaran perdagangan dua hala sebanyak USD30 bilion, kerjasama… Continue reading

Jerutan di leher punca kematian kanak-kanak enam tahun – Polis

REMBAU: Polis mengesahkan punca kematian kanak-kanak lelaki berusia enam tahun yang mayatnya ditemukan ditanam di kawasan Rompin, Jempol, disebabkan tekanan pada bahagian leher mangsa akibat jerutan pengikat kabel. Ketua Polis Negeri Sembilan Datuk Ahmad Dzaffir Mohd Yussof berkata punca itu diperoleh hasil bedah siasat yang dijalankan kira-kira empat jam dari 12 tengah hari tadi di… Continue reading

Lima lelaki termasuk tiga anggota polis ditahan disyaki libat dadah di Lahad Datu

LAHAD DATU: Polis menahan lima lelaki termasuk tiga anggota polis disyaki terlibat dalam penyalahgunaan dadah dan ketum di sebuah rumah di Taman Harapan semalam. Ketua Polis Daerah Lahad Datu ACP Dzulbaharin Ismail mengesahkan penahanan itu dilakukan menerusi Op Tapis pada jam 11.30 pagi. “Hasil penahanan mereka, polis merampas 0.41 gram syabu, 224 liter cecair ketum,… Continue reading

Polis lengkapkan siasatan dakwaan fitnah libatkan artis lelaki

KUALA LUMPUR: Polis sedang melengkapkan kertas siasatan kes berhubung satu hantaran berunsur fitnah dan provokatif di platform media sosial Threads melibatkan seorang pelakon dan penyanyi lelaki terkenal. Ketua Polis Daerah Dang Wangi ACP Sulizmie Affendy Sulaiman berkata kertas siasatan berkenaan akan dirujuk kepada Timbalan Pendakwa Raya (TPR) sebaik sahaja siasatan selesai. “Kita sedang melengkapkan kertas… Continue reading

Gencatan senjata Thailand-Kemboja bukti pengaruh diplomatik ASEAN – Anwar

JAKARTA: Persetujuan gencatan senjata serta-merta antara Thailand dan Kemboja mencerminkan kekuatan ASEAN dalam mengekalkan kestabilan serantau, kata Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Beliau menegaskan bahawa kejayaan ini membuktikan nilai diplomasi dan kerjasama dalam kalangan negara anggota. Dalam ucapan di Sekretariat ASEAN, Anwar yang juga pengerusi semasa blok serantau itu berkata, “Dengan menjunjung Piagam ASEAN… Continue reading

Malaysian aid reaches Gaza after six-month blockade via Jordan

KUALA LUMPUR: A Malaysian humanitarian mission has successfully delivered 2,400 tonnes of aid to Gaza through a Jordan-led convoy, marking the first cross-border delivery since Israel blocked all access to the territory on March 2. Karisma Humanitarian Aid Mission (KHOM) director Nik Marina Datuk Hussein confirmed that the supplies, including food boxes and infant formula… Continue reading

Keeping deliveries fresh without melting margins

THE cold chain logistics industry is no longer a niche vertical; it is a backbone of modern supply chains. In Malaysia, the market was valued at RM2.5 billion in 2023, reflecting the country’s growing reliance on temperature-controlled logistics. Beyond urban centres, cold chain logistics plays a vital role in transporting temperature-sensitive items, such as food,… Continue reading

ASEAN as global peace model affirmed by Malaysia and Brunei

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia and Brunei have voiced strong confidence in ASEAN’s ability to remain a leading example of diplomacy and global peace. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim highlighted this during a phone discussion with Brunei’s Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah following his arrival at the ASEAN Secretariat Building in Jakarta. “We touched on ASEAN as well… Continue reading

Coherent opens new research facility

PETALING JAYA: Coherent Corp, a global leader in photonics, opened its new Datacom Research and Development Centre in Gelugor, Penang, yesterday, underscoring the company’s strategic commitment to serving its rapidly growing global markets. Situated at Menara IJM Land, the Penang R&D Centre joins the company’s expanding network in Malaysia, complementing its larger manufacturing sites in… Continue reading

Lima suspek “Geng Magic” tipu pelancong asing ditahan di KL

KUALA LUMPUR: Polis menahan lima warga asing dipercayai anggota “Geng Magic” kerana disyaki terlibat dalam penipuan terhadap pelancong asing di sekitar ibu negara. Suspek didakwa mengambil wang milik mangsa tanpa disedari menggunakan teknik pertukaran mata wang palsu. Ketua Polis Daerah Dang Wangi ACP Sulizmie Affendy Sulaiman berkata, kesemua suspek dari Timur Tengah itu ditahan dalam… Continue reading

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Keeping deliveries fresh without melting margins THE cold chain logistics industry is no longer a niche vertical; it is a backbone of modern supply chains. In Malaysia, the market was valued at RM2.5 billion in 2023, reflecting the country’s growing reliance on temperature-controlled logistics. Beyond urban centres, cold chain logistics plays a vital role in… Continue reading

Report reveals growing ‘hacktivism’ in Malaysia

PETALING JAYA: Ensign InfoSecurity (Ensign), Asia’s largest pure-play cybersecurity services provider, released its sixth Cyber Threat Landscape Report (CTLR), revealing a thriving underground cyberthreat economy and growing supply chain vulnerabilities across Asia-Pacific. In Malaysia, the report observed a rise in hacktivist activity, with these ideologically motivated threat actors growing in scale and sophistication within a… Continue reading

76 kes kebakaran di sekolah sejak Januari

MARANG: Jabatan Bomba dan Penyelamat Malaysia (JBPM) melaporkan 76 kes kebakaran berlaku di kawasan sekolah di seluruh negara sejak Januari lalu. Ketua Pengarah JBPM Datuk Nor Hisham Mohamad mendedahkan 60 peratus kes berpunca daripada faktor berkaitan elektrik. “Sama ada disebabkan pendawaian, penggunaan peralatan elektrik atau rintangan kepada bekalan elektrik itu. Jadi tiga elemen ini menyumbang… Continue reading

Polis tahan 81 warga Indonesia disyaki curi sawit di Hilir Perak

TELUK INTAN: Polis menahan 81 lelaki warga Indonesia hari ini kerana dipercayai terlibat dalam kegiatan mencuri buah kelapa sawit di sekitar daerah Hilir Perak. Ketua Polis Daerah Hilir Perak ACP Dr Bakri Zainal Abidin berkata kesemua lelaki berusia antara 20 hingga 56 tahun itu ditahan menerusi Op Helang Hilir Fasa 2 hasil serbuan ke atas… Continue reading

Blackstone executive killed in Manhattan shooting, firm confirms

NEW YORK: Investment firm Blackstone Inc confirmed on Tuesday that senior executive Wesley LePatner was among those killed in a shooting at its Manhattan office building. The incident occurred on Monday afternoon at 345 Park Avenue, where Blackstone has its New York headquarters. “We are heartbroken to share that our colleague, Wesley LePatner, was among… Continue reading

Syrian man charged for Berlin Holocaust memorial stabbing attack

FRANKFURT: A Syrian national accused of supporting the Islamic State group has been formally charged with attempted murder after allegedly stabbing a Spanish tourist at Berlin’s Holocaust Memorial earlier this year. The 19-year-old suspect, partially identified as Wassim Al M., reportedly targeted the 30-year-old victim at the memorial site in February. Federal prosecutors stated the… Continue reading

Dewan Rakyat passes Fisheries Act amendments to curb illegal fishing

KUALA LUMPUR: The Dewan Rakyat has approved amendments to the Fisheries Act 1985, introducing stricter measures to combat illegal, unregulated, and unreported fishing (IUU). Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Food Security Datuk Seri Arthur Joseph Kurup highlighted that Malaysia suffered losses of approximately RM823 million from 2020 to 2024 due to foreign fishermen encroaching on… Continue reading

Lorry owner fined RM1,600 for moving logs without pass in Sabah

KOTA KINABALU: A lorry owner was fined RM1,600 after being caught transporting 59 logs without a removal pass during an operation in Kampung Randagong, Ranau. The Sabah Forestry Department (JPS) and General Operations Force (GOP) detained the two lorries in a late-night operation last Wednesday (July 23). Sabah Forestry Department chief conservator Datuk Frederick Kugan… Continue reading

UK PM Starmer convenes urgent Gaza peace talks with ministers

LONDON: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has summoned ministers back from recess for emergency discussions on a proposed Gaza peace initiative that may lead to Britain recognising Palestinian statehood. The move follows Starmer’s recent meeting with US President Donald Trump in Scotland, where the plan was reportedly shared. Trump confirmed US involvement in establishing food… Continue reading

Museums transform into learning, social hubs in Malaysia

BALING: Museums are no longer just repositories of artefacts but have evolved into dynamic centres for learning and social engagement, according to Deputy Minister of National Unity K. Saraswathy. Speaking at the Kembara Ilmu Jom Gi Baling community outreach event, she emphasised the shift towards community-based museum management, where public participation plays a key role.… Continue reading

Kuala Lumpur 2040 plan balances development with heritage preservation

KUALA LUMPUR: The Kuala Lumpur Local Plan 2040 (PTKL 2040) seeks to harmonise urban development with the conservation of the city’s cultural heritage, according to Mayor Datuk Seri Dr Maimunah Mohd Sharif. She stated that City Hall (DBKL) is collaborating with the Department of National Heritage to establish a structured framework for protecting heritage buildings.… Continue reading

Malaysia and Indonesia strengthen ties with key agreements in annual talks

JAKARTA: Malaysia and Indonesia solidified their bilateral ties with several key agreements during the 13th Annual Consultation held in Jakarta. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim highlighted the signing of four memorandums of understanding (MoUs) covering border issues, health, information and communication, and internet governance. “We touched on various important issues including a US$30 billion… Continue reading

Gaza crisis echoes Ethiopia, Biafra famines warns UN

GENEVA: The UN’s World Food Programme (WFP) has drawn stark parallels between the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and some of the worst famines of the 20th century, including those in Ethiopia and Biafra. “This is unlike anything we have seen in this century,“ said WFP emergency director Ross Smith during a press briefing in Geneva.… Continue reading

Fukushima radioactive debris removal delayed until 2037

TOKYO: The removal of hundreds of tonnes of radioactive debris from Japan’s tsunami-damaged Fukushima nuclear plant has been postponed until at least 2037, operator Tokyo Electric Power Company (Tepco) announced. Around 880 tonnes of hazardous material remain inside the facility, which suffered one of history’s worst nuclear disasters following a 9.0-magnitude earthquake and tsunami in… Continue reading

Netherlands bans Israeli ministers over Gaza violence incitement

AMSTERDAM: The Netherlands has barred two Israeli ministers from entering the country, accusing them of inciting violence and advocating ethnic cleansing in Gaza. Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich and National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir were declared persona non grata following their inflammatory remarks. Dutch Foreign Minister Caspar Veldkamp stated, “They repeatedly incited settler violence against Palestinians,… Continue reading

Violent videos fuel terror plots among French teens, prosecutors warn

PARIS: French prosecutors have raised alarms over a growing trend of teenage boys allegedly plotting terror attacks, with many influenced by violent videos consumed online. Cases range from a 14-year-old planning to bomb an Israeli embassy to a 16-year-old convicted of plotting attacks on far-right bars. The National Anti-Terror Prosecutor’s Office (PNAT) noted a sharp… Continue reading

China floods devastate villages as residents face once-in-a-century disaster

MIYUN: Villagers in northern China waded through muddy waters under a scorching July sun, salvaging belongings swept away by catastrophic floods that have killed dozens and displaced thousands. The mountainous Miyun district, just outside Beijing, was among the worst-hit areas, with over 100 villages losing power and 80,000 residents forced to evacuate. In Taishitun, a… Continue reading

Policewoman dies in Gelang Patah-Pendas road collision

JOHOR BAHRU: A policewoman lost her life in a tragic two-vehicle collision at Kilometre 28 on Jalan Gelang Patah-Pendas earlier today. The accident occurred around 7.15 am while the victim, a 37-year-old officer, was en route to her shift at the Taman Universiti Police Station. Iskandar Puteri police chief ACP M Kumarasan confirmed the details,… Continue reading

Sarawak disaster committees on alert amid hot dry weather

KUCHING: District and divisional-level Disaster Management Committees (JPBN) in Sarawak have been instructed to remain vigilant due to the ongoing hot and dry weather. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas, who chairs the state JPBN, emphasised the need for continuous monitoring as the conditions heighten fire and haze risks. “The Natural Resources and Environment… Continue reading

Albania arrests 18 for alleged wildfire arson as blazes rage

TIRANA: Albanian authorities have detained 18 individuals on suspicion of deliberately igniting wildfires that have ravaged over 12,000 hectares of land since mid-June, police confirmed on Tuesday. The blazes have affected forests, olive groves, and areas near popular tourist destinations along the coast. “Arson is not just a crime—it is also a threat to life,… Continue reading

Malaysia leads ASEAN AI safety network for ethical governance

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia is taking the lead in strengthening regional cooperation through the newly proposed ASEAN AI Safety Network, a platform designed to promote shared standards in artificial intelligence (AI) governance, ethics, and innovation. This initiative aligns with the country’s ASEAN chairmanship this year. Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo emphasised the importance of embedding trust… Continue reading

Fire incidents in Malaysian schools rise due to electrical faults

MARANG: The Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) has recorded 76 fire incidents in school areas nationwide this year, with electrical faults accounting for 60% of cases. Director-General Datuk Nor Hisham Mohammad stated that wiring issues, electrical equipment misuse, and power supply resistance were the main contributors. “We did not categorise fire incidents as happening… Continue reading

Fire department defers to AGC over influencer brothers’ false report case

MARANG: The Fire and Rescue Department of Malaysia (JBPM) has deferred to the Attorney General’s Chambers (AGC) regarding the sentencing of motoring influencer Tengku Nizaruddin Tengku Zainudin and his brother, Tengku Abdul Aziz, for lodging a false police report. JBPM director-general Datuk Nor Hisham Mohamad stated that while public sentiment suggests the punishment was too… Continue reading

Israel rejects international pressure for Gaza ceasefire amid conflict

JERUSALEM: Israel’s Foreign Minister Gideon Saar has firmly rejected growing international demands for a ceasefire in Gaza and recognition of a Palestinian state, calling it a “distorted campaign” of pressure. Speaking to reporters, Saar stated that halting the conflict while Hamas remains in power would be a “tragedy for both Israelis and Palestinians.” “It ain’t… Continue reading

Dramatic river chase in Kuantan as three suspects arrested in drug raid

KUANTAN: Three men suspected of drug abuse attempted a daring escape by jumping into Sungai Belat during a raid under Ops Guardian today. The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) Pahang, led by Deputy Director of Operations Maritime Captain Mohd Marmizi Md Nor, conducted the joint operation with seven other enforcement agencies. The dramatic chase unfolded… Continue reading

Five magic gang suspects arrested for tricking tourists in KL

KUALA LUMPUR: Police have detained five foreigners suspected of being part of a ‘magic gang’ involved in stealing money from tourists using deceptive hand tricks in the city centre. Dang Wangi district police chief ACP Sulizmie Affendy Sulaiman confirmed the arrests, stating that the suspects, all from Middle Eastern countries, were apprehended in separate raids… Continue reading

Malaysia’s PM Anwar facilitates Cambodia-Thailand ceasefire as ASEAN chair

KUALA LUMPUR: Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar commended Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim for mediating ceasefire talks between Cambodia and Thailand. The negotiations, held in Putrajaya, underscored Malaysia’s proactive role as ASEAN Chair in resolving regional disputes. Shamsul Azri highlighted Anwar’s pivotal involvement in a Facebook post, stating,… Continue reading

Kazakhstan approved to export coal to EU via Russian ports

ALMATY: Kazakhstan has received approval from the European Union to export coal through Russian ports, despite ongoing sanctions against Moscow over its invasion of Ukraine. The Central Asian nation, the EU’s largest trading partner in the region, relies heavily on Russian transit routes due to its landlocked geography. The Kazakh trade ministry confirmed the development,… Continue reading