July 2025 – Page 15 – Thesundailymys

Dua pegawai kanan polis ditahan SPRM disyaki terima rasuah RM110,000

KUANTAN: Suruhanjaya Pencegahan Rasuah Malaysia (SPRM) Pahang telah menahan tiga pegawai kanan polis termasuk seorang yang sudah bersara atas tuduhan meminta dan menerima rasuah bernilai kira-kira RM110,000. Wang tersebut dipercayai sebagai balasan untuk melindungi kegiatan pengedaran dadah dan air ketum di sekitar negeri itu. Perintah reman selama tujuh hari sehingga 4 Ogos dikeluarkan oleh Majistret… Continue reading

Factory worker loses RM500k in online investment scam in Muar

MUAR: A 46-year-old factory worker lost nearly RM500,000 after falling victim to an online investment scam promising unrealistically high returns. The victim, who lodged a police report yesterday, was lured by an advertisement on social media in early May. Muar police chief ACP Raiz Mukhliz Azman Aziz said the victim clicked on a link and… Continue reading

Police probe motive in boy’s murder as suspect remains uncooperative

REMBAU: The motive behind the suspected murder of a six-year-old boy, whose body was found buried in Rompin, Jempol, remains undetermined, according to Negeri Sembilan police chief Datuk Ahmad Dzaffir Mohd Yussof. The main suspect, the boy’s 36-year-old biological father, has been arrested. Preliminary investigations suggest the suspect was facing marital problems with his wife.… Continue reading

North Korea warns US must accept nuclear reality amid tensions

SEOUL: North Korea declared on Tuesday that the United States must recognise the irreversible shift in its nuclear capabilities, rejecting any future negotiations aimed at dismantling its weapons program. The statement, carried by state media KCNA, was delivered by Kim Yo Jong, the influential sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, who emphasized that… Continue reading

Royal Malaysian Navy fires Exocet missiles, Black Shark torpedo in South China Sea drill

KOTA KINABALU: The Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN) successfully fired multiple Exocet missiles and a Black Shark torpedo during the TAMING SARI 23/25 exercise in the South China Sea, marking a significant milestone in the country’s maritime defence capabilities. Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin confirmed the live-fire drills were conducted to enhance operational readiness.… Continue reading

Jendela fasa dua dilancar september ini – pendekatan hibrid diperkenalkan

KUALA LUMPUR: Projek Pelan Jalinan Digital Negara (Jendela) fasa dua dijangka bermula September ini dengan pendekatan lebih fleksibel bagi mempercepat liputan Internet di seluruh negara. Menteri Komunikasi Datuk Fahmi Fadzil berkata fasa kedua ini tidak lagi bergantung sepenuhnya kepada pembinaan menara komunikasi konvensional. Sebaliknya, pendekatan hibrid akan digunakan bagi memastikan liputan lebih pantas dan efisien.… Continue reading

Malaysia adopts integrated strategy to combat child sexual crimes

PUTRAJAYA: The government will implement an integrated strategy involving multiple ministries and agencies to combat the alarming 53.2% increase in sexual crimes against children over the past four years. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi announced the initiative following a National Social Council (MSN) meeting, highlighting the urgent need for a coordinated… Continue reading

Pearly-Thinaah hits career-high world No 2 in BWF rankings

NATIONAL women’s doubles pair Pearly Tan and M. Thinaah have achieved a career-high world No 2 ranking in the latest Badminton World Federation (BWF) standings. The duo climbed one spot with 89,416 points, now trailing only China’s Liu Sheng Shu and Tan Ning, who remain top with 111,634 points. This marks the highest ranking by… Continue reading

High Court dismisses Dzulkefly’s bid to recuse JC Arziah in Najib defamation suit

KUALA LUMPUR: The High Court dismissed Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad’s application to recuse Judicial Commissioner Arziah Mohamed Apandi from presiding over his defamation suit against former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak. The case revolves around a Facebook post alleging cronyism. JC Arziah ruled that Dzulkefly failed to prove any real… Continue reading

Oxford Innotech to boost capacity, deepen presence in modular building systems and semiconductors

KUALA LUMPUR: Oxford Innotech Bhd (OXB) plans to more than double its production capacity by 2027 and deepen its presence in modular building systems and semiconductors, betting on accelerating demand from 5G, Internet of Things and artificial intelligence (AI) industries following its debut on Bursa Malaysia’s ACE Market today. Managing director Ng Thean Gin said… Continue reading

Government to adopt integrated approach to tackle child sexual crimes

PETALING JAYA: The government will implement a whole-of-government strategy to address the alarming rise in child sexual crimes, as Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi (pic) revealed that such cases surged by over 50% in just four years. Citing official statistics, Ahmad Zahid said reported child sexual offences rose from 2,541 cases in… Continue reading

Comprehensive approach needed to attract youth to agriculture in Selangor

KLANG: A comprehensive approach is necessary to attract and encourage young people to join the agricultural sector, said Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari. The move follows findings from the Selangor 2024 Agricultural Census Interim Report, which revealed that the majority of farmers in the state are aged 46 and above. Amirudin emphasised that… Continue reading

Johor approves 42 data centre projects in Q2 2025

JOHOR BAHRU: Johor has approved 42 data centre construction projects in the second quarter of 2025, solidifying its status as a leader in digital investment and high-tech economic growth. The announcement was made by Johor Housing and Local Government Committee chairman Datuk Mohd Jafni Md Shukor, who highlighted the state’s role in advancing the Johor-Singapore… Continue reading

Court of Appeal dismisses ex-soldier’s challenge over COVID-19 vaccine refusal

PUTRAJAYA: The Court of Appeal today rejected a former soldier’s bid to challenge his discharge from the Malaysian Armed Forces for refusing the COVID-19 vaccination. A three-judge panel, led by Justice Datuk Azimah Omar, ruled that the termination was lawful and free from procedural flaws. Justice Azimah stated, “The court is of the view that… Continue reading

Tuanku Muhriz berkenan terima zakat perniagaan lebih RM6 juta

SEREMBAN: Yang Dipertuan Besar Negeri Sembilan Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir berkenan menerima zakat perniagaan berjumlah RM6,714,304.20 juta daripada empat syarikat korporat kepada Majlis Agama Islam Negeri Sembilan (MAINS), di Istana Hinggap di sini hari ini. Turut hadir Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun dan Setiausaha Kerajaan Negeri Datuk Mohd Zafir Ibrahim. Penyerahan zakat berkenaan didahului… Continue reading

Germany praises Malaysia’s diplomatic role in Thai-Cambodian ceasefire

KUALA LUMPUR: Germany has acknowledged Malaysia’s crucial role in mediating recent border tensions between Thailand and Cambodia, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced. The appreciation was conveyed by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz during a phone call late yesterday. Anwar shared on Facebook, “This is a recognition of Malaysia’s regional diplomatic capability and commitment to… Continue reading

Government executive loses RM385k EPF savings to online scam in Kuching

KUCHING: A government agency assistant executive in his 50s was cheated out of RM385,000 from his Employees Provident Fund (EPF) savings in an online scam. The victim received a call from a fraudster posing as a police officer from the Penang Police Contingent Headquarters. Miri police chief ACP Mohd Farhan Lee Abdullah said the scammer… Continue reading

Russian strike on Ukraine prison kills 16, Kyiv reports

KYIV: A Russian strike on a prison in central Ukraine has killed at least 16 people and wounded 35 others, according to Ukrainian officials. The attack, which occurred overnight, destroyed the detention facility and damaged nearby homes. Ivan Fedorov, head of the Zaporizhzhia military administration, confirmed the casualties, stating that Russia carried out eight strikes… Continue reading

Sarawak schools urged to limit outdoor activities amid haze

KUCHING: Schools across Sarawak have been instructed to minimise outdoor activities as haze and hot weather persist, raising health concerns for students. State Women, Children and Community Wellbeing Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah emphasised the need for precautionary measures, particularly for vulnerable children. Fatimah advised that extracurricular programmes should be moved indoors where possible. “The… Continue reading

El Greco painting sparks legal battle between Romania, oligarch and royal

BUCHAREST: A rare El Greco painting has become the centre of a high-stakes legal dispute involving the Romanian government, Russian billionaire Dmitry Rybolovlev, and a self-proclaimed royal heir. The artwork, *Saint Sebastian*, valued between $7 million and $9 million, remains in limbo at Christie’s auction house in New York after its planned sale was halted… Continue reading

110 Sarawak students receive RM28m Petronas education sponsorships

KUCHING: A total of 110 Sarawakian students have been awarded Petronas education sponsorships worth RM28 million to pursue higher education at leading universities in Malaysia and abroad. The recipients, selected from nearly 9,000 applicants, demonstrated outstanding academic performance, leadership qualities, and active participation in co-curricular activities during their 2024 Sijil Peperiksaan Malaysia (SPM) examinations. The… Continue reading

Hong Kong LGBTQ rights compromise faces mixed reactions

HONG KONG: Hong Kong’s LGBTQ community has cautiously backed a government proposal to grant limited rights to same-sex couples, marking a rare but incomplete step toward equality. The bill, introduced on July 2, would allow certain protections for couples whose unions are registered abroad, including hospital visitation and after-death arrangements. However, it excludes marriage, adoption,… Continue reading

JENDELA Phase 2 starts September with hybrid telecom approach

KUALA LUMPUR: The second phase of Malaysia’s National Digital Network (JENDELA) will start in September, adopting a hybrid approach to speed up nationwide connectivity, Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil announced. Nearly 3,000 sites will be upgraded under Phase 2, moving away from traditional tower construction. “We are considering hybrid solutions, like 30-metre monopoles, instead of full-sized… Continue reading

Malaysia bans two books over morality concerns

PETALING JAYA: The Home Ministry has banned two books under the Printing Presses and Publication Act 1984 (Act 301) for being potentially harmful to morality. In a statement today, the ministry announced that Prohibition Orders have been gazetted, effective July 1 and 3, for two titles: “Chase Me” by Tessa Bailey and “Ammar Zahrain: The… Continue reading

“We heard arguments”: Neighbour on dead boy case

PETALING JAYA: What appeared to be routine family disputes has evolved into a murder investigation following the discovery of a young boy’s remains in Pahang, weeks after he was reported missing from Johor. Speaking to The Star, 47-year-old resident, Kamarudin Abdullah, who lives in the same Seri Alam neighbourhood as the victim’s family, revealed that… Continue reading

Woman caught smuggling nine exotic animals at KLIA worth RM127k

SEPANG: A local woman was detained at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) Terminal 1 last night after authorities discovered nine exotic animals hidden in her luggage. The 39-year-old suspect, en route to India, was intercepted during a routine baggage inspection by the Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS). The seized animals included four siamangs,… Continue reading

Genocide, starvation in Gaza stir global conscience

THE Association for Welfare, Community and Dialogue (Acid), part of the global family, welcomes French President Emmanuel Macron’s announcement to recognise Palestinian statehood. It is particularly significant because France is a major power in the European Union, and its recognition of a Palestinian statehood could inspire other reluctant EU nations to follow suit. In the… Continue reading

Malaysia stresses legal route in Ambalat Sea dispute

JAKARTA: Malaysia has never adopted an aggressive stance in addressing maritime border issues with Indonesia, including the long-standing Ambalat dispute in the Sulawesi Sea, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said. At a dialogue with the Association of Malaysian Indonesian Journalists (ISWAMI) and chief editors of major Indonesian media outlets here today, Anwar stressed that… Continue reading

MCMC issues 279 directives for service quality failures

PUTRAJAYA: The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has issued 279 Commission Directives to mobile service providers nationwide for non-compliance with the Mandatory Standards for Service Quality (MSQoS). This move aligns with Commission Determination No. 2 of 2023, which ensures that service providers meet minimum standards for wireless broadband access in both urban and rural… Continue reading

New electricity tariff mechanism boosts transparency in Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR: The Automatic Fuel Adjustment (AFA), the new adjustment mechanism for electricity tariffs in Peninsular Malaysia, is aimed at ensuring tariff reviews are more transparent and in line with the global fuel market reality, according to Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. Fadillah, who is also the Energy Transition and Water Transformation Minister,… Continue reading

Vietnam flash floods kill five, dozens evacuated in Son La

HANOI: A deadly flash flood struck Vietnam’s northern mountainous region over the weekend, claiming five lives and leaving one person missing. Heavy rains triggered the disaster in Son La province late Saturday, destroying 22 homes and damaging many more, according to the agriculture ministry. Three victims were recovered on Monday, adding to two earlier fatalities.… Continue reading

Malaysia household debt at RM1.65 trillion in Q1 2025

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s household debt stood at RM1.65 trillion as of the end of March 2025, equivalent to 84.3 per cent of the nation’s gross domestic product (GDP). However, Deputy Finance Minister Lim Hui Ying highlighted that the value of household financial assets exceeds the total debt, indicating that the public’s overall financial position remains… Continue reading

Sekolah di Sarawak kurangkan aktiviti luar bilik darjah akibat jerebu

KUCHING: Pengurusan sekolah di Sarawak dinasihatkan supaya mengehadkan aktiviti luar bilik darjah bagi mengurangkan risiko pelajar terdedah kepada masalah kesihatan susulan keadaan berjerebu dan cuaca panas berterusan. Menteri Pembangunan Wanita, Kanak-Kanak dan Kesejahteraan Komuniti (KPWK) Sarawak Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah berkata, “Macam biasalah kalau jerebu, kalau kegiatan aktiviti di luar memang kita tidak digalakkan. Sebab… Continue reading

World’s largest pitcher plant wows visitors at Borneo Flora Festival

LABUAN: Seven types of pitcher plants, including the world’s largest, were brought in specially from Kinabalu Park to be exhibited at the Borneo Flora Festival (BFF) here. Sabah Parks (TTS) Botanist Sukaibin Sumail said the largest pitcher plant known as ‘Nepenthes rajah’ is placed in an air-conditioned tent at the Permata Hutan Borneo. “This pitcher… Continue reading

Tuanku Muhriz terima zakat perniagaan lebih RM6 juta di Seremban

SEREMBAN: Yang Dipertuan Besar Negeri Sembilan Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir berkenan menerima zakat perniagaan berjumlah RM6,714,304.20 daripada empat syarikat korporat kepada Majlis Agama Islam Negeri Sembilan (MAINS) di Istana Hinggap hari ini. Majlis penyerahan zakat ini disaksikan Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun dan Setiausaha Kerajaan Negeri Datuk Mohd Zafir Ibrahim. Lembaga Tabung Haji, diwakili… Continue reading

Penang explores floating solar projects for renewable energy goals

GEORGE TOWN: Penang plans to develop floating solar projects in line with the state government’s efforts to achieve a target of 10 per cent renewable energy by 2030. State Infrastructure, Transport and Digital Committee chairman Zairil Khir Johari said the project is seen as a suitable alternative in efforts to expand the use of renewable… Continue reading

Pembentukan modal tetap kasar Malaysia lonjak 12% ke RM352.3 bilion

KUALA LUMPUR: Pembentukan Modal Tetap Kasar (PMTK) Malaysia mencatatkan pertumbuhan dua digit iaitu 12 peratus kepada RM352.3 bilion pada harga malar bagi 2024, berbanding RM314.5 bilion pada 2023. Pertumbuhan ini didorong oleh aliran masuk pelaburan langsung asing (FDI) yang kukuh serta pelaburan domestik yang berterusan. Ketua Perangkawan, Datuk Seri Dr Mohd Uzir Mahidin berkata, semua… Continue reading

JENDELA fasa dua dilancar September 2025 – liputan 4G & 5G diperluas

KUALA LUMPUR: Projek Pelan Jalinan Digital Negara (JENDELA) fasa dua dijangka bermula September ini dengan pendekatan lebih fleksibel bagi mempercepat liputan Internet di seluruh negara. Menteri Komunikasi Datuk Fahmi Fadzil berkata fasa ini tidak lagi bergantung sepenuhnya pada pembinaan menara konvensional, sebaliknya menggunakan kaedah hibrid seperti monopole 30 meter untuk liputan lebih pantas. “Kita jangkakan… Continue reading

Speed limiters mandatory for commercial vehicles from Oct 1

KUALA LUMPUR: Commercial vehicles not equipped with a Speed Limitation Device (SLD) will not be allowed on the roads as they will fail vehicle inspections once the phased enforcement of the system begins on Oct 1. Transport Minister Anthony Loke said the implementation of the SLD is a crucial step in controlling the speed of… Continue reading

18 Hindu pilgrims killed in Jharkhand road crash

JHARKHAND: At least 18 Hindu pilgrims were killed in a tragic road accident in eastern India on Tuesday after their bus collided with a truck carrying cooking gas cylinders. Officials confirmed the incident, which left the bus severely mangled and partially burnt. Local lawmaker Nishikant Dubey stated the pilgrims were en route to a shrine… Continue reading

Pakistan finance minister visits US to finalise trade agreement

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has departed for the United States for the second time in two weeks to finalise a trade deal with Washington, his office confirmed. The visit follows Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar’s statement last week that both nations were “very close” to an agreement, though U.S. officials did not provide a… Continue reading

1,443 harmful child content removed as of July 15 – Fahmi

KUALA LUMPUR: Social media service providers have removed a total of 1,443 offensive and extreme content involving children across various digital platforms between Jan 1, 2022 and July 15 this year, said Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. He said the content was removed for violating the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998, as well as the… Continue reading

Trump’s oil sanctions threat on Russia sparks market uncertainty

LONDON: US President Donald Trump has unexpectedly shortened his deadline for imposing severe sanctions on Russian oil exports, raising concerns over potential global market disruptions. Speaking alongside British Prime Minister Keir Starmer in Scotland, Trump stated he would give Moscow only 10 to 12 days to reach a deal to end the Ukraine war before… Continue reading

Semiconductor investment boosts local economy and jobs in Ipoh

IPOH: The country’s investment potential in the industrial sector not only benefits industry players but is also felt by the local community, contributing to the growth of the surrounding economic ecosystem. A Bernama survey today in the vicinity of the Carsem semiconductor factory in the Jelapang industrial area found signs of rapid economic development, in… Continue reading

Semiconductor investment boosts local economy and jobs in Ipoh

Malaysia brokers Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire, wins global praise

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s successful mediation of an “immediate and unconditional ceasefire” between Thailand and Cambodia has drawn international praise and put Malaysia in the global spotlight for the right reasons. The peace deal, brokered in Putrajaya after five days of escalation, was prominently reported by major global media outlets including… Continue reading

Thailand Cambodia agree to halt troop buildup after border clashes

BANGKOK: Thailand and Cambodia have agreed not to send additional troops to their shared border following recent clashes, a Cambodian official confirmed on Tuesday. The agreement comes after five days of intense fighting that prompted both sides to seek a ceasefire. Lim Menghour, Director-General of the Commission on Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Cambodia’s… Continue reading

Philips cuts tariff impact by 100 million euros after US-EU deal

AMSTERDAM: Dutch healthcare giant Philips has lowered its estimated financial impact from U.S. import tariffs by 100 million euros following a trade agreement between the U.S. and the European Union. The company now expects tariffs to cost between 150-200 million euros this year, down from its earlier forecast of 250-300 million euros. Philips CEO Roy… Continue reading

CAP supports total vape ban proposal in Malaysia

GEORGE TOWN: The Consumers’ Association of Penang (CAP) has welcomed the Health Ministry’s detailed review on measures towards a total ban on the use and sale of electronic cigarettes or vape in Malaysia. CAP president Mohideen Abdul Kader said the move was timely as such a ban would help protect future generations, given that vape… Continue reading