July 2025 – Page 154 – Thesundailymys

Arsenal sign goalkeeper Kepa from Chelsea

ARSENAL bolstered their goalkeeping options on Tuesday with the signing of Kepa Arrizabalaga from Chelsea for a reported £5 million ($7 million) fee. The 30-year-old Spaniard remains the most expensive goalkeeper in history after his £71 million move to Chelsea from Athletic Bilbao in 2018. However, Kepa failed to deliver on that price tag as… Continue reading

Brazilian man gets 17 years for stealing Neymar’s signed football

BRASÍLIA: A Brazilian man has been sentenced to 17 years in prison for stealing a football autographed by Neymar during the 2023 riots in Brasília. Nelson Ribeiro Fonseca Junior, 34, was convicted by the Supreme Court for theft, violent abolition of democratic rule, armed criminal association, and coup attempt. The incident occurred on January 8,… Continue reading

Brazilian man gets 17 years for stealing Neymar’s signed football

Woman caught on video stealing phone at Cheras drink stall, police urge her to surrender

A woman has landed herself in hot water after she was caught on CCTV allegedly stealing a mobile phone at a popular drink stall in Cheras Trader Square, Batu 9, last Thursday (June 26). The 16-second footage, which has gone viral on social media, shows the woman placing an order at the cashier before spotting… Continue reading

Man City exit Club World Cup as Al-Hilal stuns in Orlando

MANCHESTER CITY’S Club World Cup journey ended in dramatic fashion as Saudi Arabia’s Al-Hilal secured a 4-3 extra-time victory, marking a disappointing conclusion to a challenging season for Pep Guardiola’s side. The defeat highlighted the growing competitiveness of non-European teams in FIFA’s revamped tournament. Despite topping their group with three wins and 13 goals, City… Continue reading

Man City exit Club World Cup as Al-Hilal stuns in Orlando

Petra Kvitova bids emotional farewell at Wimbledon with no regrets

PETRA KVITOVA closed a memorable chapter of her career with an emotional farewell at Wimbledon, bowing out in the first round to Emma Navarro but insisting she had no regrets. The two-time champion, who announced her retirement last month, fought back tears as she received a standing ovation from the Court One crowd after a… Continue reading

Petra Kvitova bids emotional farewell at Wimbledon with no regrets

Former France striker Lacazette joins Saudi club Neom

FORMER France international Alexandre Lacazette has completed a move to Saudi Pro League club Neom following the expiration of his contract with Lyon. The 34-year-old striker, who previously played for Arsenal, reunites with ex-Lyon teammate Said Benrahma at the newly promoted Saudi side. Neom confirmed the signing in a social media post, stating, “From the… Continue reading

Former France striker Lacazette joins Saudi club Neom

Morocco ex-football club chief jailed 5 years for fraud

RABAT: A Moroccan court has sentenced Mohamed Boudrika, former president of football club Raja Casablanca, to five years in prison for fraud. The verdict was confirmed by his lawyer, Lotfi Youssef, who spoke to AFP on Tuesday. Boudrika, a former lawmaker for the ruling National Rally of Independents, was convicted of fraud, using forged documents,… Continue reading

Morocco ex-football club chief jailed 5 years for fraud

PM Anwar prioritises rakyat-focused projects

ROME: The MADANI Government is willing to take hard and sometimes unpopular decisions to ensure development and projects that benefit the rakyat can be implemented, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Anwar, who is here on a three-day working visit, said despite criticism over government’s move to implement certain policies such as subsidy rationalisation… Continue reading

Three family members found dead in Seremban house

SEREMBAN: Three family members were found dead in a house in Taman Bukit Kristal near here, at about 4.53 pm yesterday. Seremban district police chief, ACP Mohamad Hatta Che Din said his department received information from the public regarding a foul smell coming from the locked house. “Acting on the information, the police and fire… Continue reading

Alexander Zverev considers therapy after shock Wimbledon exit

ALEXANDER ZVEREV is contemplating therapy to address his mental health struggles following a stunning first-round exit at Wimbledon. The German third seed admitted feeling “alone” and “empty” after his shock defeat to France’s Arthur Rinderknech. Zverev, a three-time Grand Slam finalist, fell to the world number 72 in a gruelling five-set match lasting four hours… Continue reading

PM Anwar arrives in Rome for official visit to strengthen Malaysia-Italy ties

ROME: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim arrived here Tuesday for a three-day working visit to the third-largest economy in the European Union (EU). The aircraft carrying the Prime Minister landed at Leonardo da Vinci Rome Fiumicino Airport at 8.20 pm (2.20 am Wednesday, Malaysia time). On hand to welcome Anwar at the airport were… Continue reading

Olivier Giroud returns to Ligue 1 with Lille after 13 years

OLIVIER GIROUD has made a sensational return to French football, signing a one-year contract with Ligue 1 side Lille. The 38-year-old striker, France’s all-time leading goalscorer, last played in the country in 2012 with Montpellier before moving abroad. Giroud left Major League Soccer club Los Angeles FC last week, ending his brief stint in the… Continue reading

Djokovic advances at Wimbledon in pursuit of 25th Grand Slam title

NOVAK DJOKOVIC began his quest for a record 25th Grand Slam title with a hard-fought victory at Wimbledon on Tuesday. The Serbian star, seeded sixth, overcame a mid-match challenge from France’s Alexandre Muller to win 6-1, 6-7 (7/9), 6-2, 6-2. Djokovic dominated the opening set on Centre Court, breaking Muller three times. However, the Frenchman… Continue reading

Djokovic credits miracle pills for Wimbledon win amid health scare

NOVAK DJOKOVIC revealed he relied on “doctors’ miracle pills” to push through physical struggles during his opening Wimbledon victory against Alexandre Muller. The Serbian star, chasing a record 25th Grand Slam title, triumphed 6-1, 6-7 (7/9), 6-2, 6-2 in a late-night Centre Court battle. Djokovic dominated early but faced a setback in the second set… Continue reading

Gonzalo’s header sends Real Madrid into Club World Cup quarters

REAL MADRID secured their place in the Club World Cup quarter-finals with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Juventus at Hard Rock Stadium on Tuesday. Gonzalo Garcia’s 54th-minute header proved decisive, setting up a last-eight clash against the winner of Borussia Dortmund versus Monterrey. The match saw a strong performance from Xabi Alonso’s side, with Kylian… Continue reading

Seventh seed Musetti tumbles out of Wimbledon

There will be no repeat of last year’s semi-final run for Italian seventh seed Lorenzo Musetti after he was dumped out in Wimbledon’s first round by Georgian qualifier Nikoloz Basilashvili on Tuesday. Musetti, playing his first match since retiring in the French Open semi-final against Carlos Alcaraz with a leg injury, went down 6-2 4-6… Continue reading

Malaysia leads ASEAN push for regional peace and human rights advancement

KUALA LUMPUR: ASEAN Intergovernmental Commission on Human Rights (AICHR) on Tuesday launched its Thematic Study on the Right to Peace, marking a significant milestone in ASEAN’s move towards implementing a rights-based approach to peace agenda. In a statement, the Foreign Ministry said the study also offers key policy recommendations to support ASEAN initiatives to respect… Continue reading

Top seed Sinner eases into Wimbledon second round

TOP seed Jannik Sinner eased into the Wimbledon second round on Tuesday, brushing aside fellow Italian Luca Nardi in straight sets. Unfazed by the searing heat, Sinner barely broke sweat in a 6-4, 6-3, 6-0 victory lasting just one hour and 48 minutes on Court One. “I’m very happy to come back here to such… Continue reading

Barcelona’s Ansu Fati aims to kick-start career in Monaco

BARCELONA have loaned Spanish forward Ansu Fati to Monaco for a season with an option to buy, the Ligue 1 club confirmed on Tuesday. Fati becomes Monaco’s third summer signing, following England international defender Eric Dier and 2018 French World Cup winner Paul Pogba, both of whom arrived on free transfers. The three players will… Continue reading

KDN to table Peaceful Assembly Act amendments this month – Saifuddin Nasution

KUALA LUMPUR: The Home Ministry (KDN) will table amendments to Section 11 of the Peaceful Assembly Act 2012 (Act 736) in the upcoming parliamentary sitting this month, said Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail. In a statement, Saifuddin Nasution said the MADANI Government remains committed to upholding democratic principles and the supremacy of the Constitution… Continue reading

Perunding minyak gas rugi RM2.7 juta diperdaya skim pelaburan palsu

IPOH: Seorang perunding minyak dan gas mengalami kerugian melebihi RM2.7 juta selepas diperdaya oleh skim pelaburan palsu melalui laman sesawang bernama “Nova 88”. Ketua Polis Perak Datuk Noor Hisam Nordin berkata, mangsa berusia 37 tahun itu mendaftar akaun pelaburan pada April 2023 selepas berkenalan dengan suspek melalui WhatsApp. Mangsa kemudian membuat deposit pertama sebanyak RM30,000… Continue reading

Elavarasan aims to revive Kelantan TRW in Super League

NEWLY appointed Kelantan TRW head coach E. Elavarasan is determined to steer the team to a stronger standing in the 2025/26 Super League campaign. Elavarasan said that in the previous season, the team — then known as Kelantan Darul Naim FC (KDN FC) — had finished at the bottom of the league table, and this… Continue reading

Five illegal waste dumping sites identified in Kuala Langat – KDEBWM

KUALA LANGAT: KDEB Waste Management (KDEBWM) has identified five locations, each spanning two to four hectares, being used as illegal dumping sites in several areas within the Kuala Langat district. Its Managing Director, Datuk Ramli Mohd Tahir, said the district has become a hotspot for large-scale illegal dumping due to its proximity to the Tanjung… Continue reading

Dr Zaliha urges federal agencies to halt improper project extensions

LABUAN: Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa has urged all implementing agencies in the federal territories to halt the improper practice of granting unjustified extensions of time for development projects. Chairing the Federal Territories Development Action Council meeting in Putrajaya today, Dr Zaliha stressed that projects such as… Continue reading

PDK programme cuts inmate recidivism to just 0.28 per cent in 2024

ALOR SETAR: The community rehabilitation programme (PDK) has achieved a remarkable recidivism rate of just 0.28 per cent among participating inmates in 2024, far outperforming the 11.6 per cent rate for non-participants. Prisons Department deputy commissioner-general (Rehabilitation) Ahmad Faudzi Awang highlighted the programme’s success, crediting strong collaboration with industries and communities. Speaking at the handover… Continue reading

Trump says will ‘take a look’ at deporting Musk

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump said Tuesday he could consider deporting Elon Musk, after the South African-born billionaire slammed his flagship spending bill. Trump also said the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) — which Musk headed before stepping down late May — may train its sights on the Tesla and SpaceX founder’s government subsidies. “I… Continue reading

Datuk and four others charged with illegal deposit taking in Shah Alam

SHAH ALAM: Five individuals, including a woman holding the title of Datuk, were charged today at the Sessions Court for illegal deposit taking and money laundering activities spanning four years. The accused – Datuk Suhaila Semaru, 41, her sister Suraya Semaru, 37, brothers Muhammad Wahbah Az-Zuhaili Mohd Ariffin, 33, Muhammad Syaabil Ajwad Mohd Ariffin, 26,… Continue reading

Police resolve assault case involving teen with disabilities in Belaga

KAPIT: Police have confirmed that the case involving a teenager with disabilities who was allegedly assaulted by a group of youths in Sungai Asap, Belaga has been amicably resolved. Belaga police chief DSP Jimbai Bala said the incident gained public attention after a video and several photos showing the teenager being assaulted went viral on… Continue reading

Corporate figure to be new Terengganu FC CEO this season

TERENGGANU FC (TFC) will be led by a corporate figure as chief executive officer (CEO) this season. Terengganu Football Association (PBSNT) chairman Hishamuddin Abdul Karim said the state FA has compiled a shortlist of several suitable candidates to lead the club, in line with the full privatisation plan for the club to move towards professional… Continue reading

Dr Zaliha gesa henti EOT tanpa alasan munasabah untuk projek lewat

LABUAN: Menteri di Jabatan Perdana Menteri (Wilayah Persekutuan) Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa menyeru semua agensi pelaksana di Wilayah Persekutuan menghentikan amalan tidak sihat memberikan had lanjutan masa (EOT) tanpa alasan kukuh kepada projek pembangunan yang lewat siap. Beliau menekankan perkara itu ketika mempengerusikan Mesyuarat Majlis Tindakan Pembangunan Wilayah Persekutuan di Putrajaya hari ini. Projek… Continue reading

Gig workers bill to be tabled in parliament by September, says Ahmad Zahid

BANGI: The Gig Workers Bill, a pioneering legislation designed to safeguard gig economy workers in Malaysia, is expected to be tabled in Parliament by August or September, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi announced today. Speaking after the Sharing Economy and Gig Industry Roundtable Session, Ahmad Zahid highlighted that the bill would… Continue reading

MYNIC dan SSM lancar inisiatif pendaftaran domain .COM.MY

PUTRAJAYA: MYNIC Bhd, sebuah agensi di bawah Kementerian Digital, hari ini melancarkan inisiatif pendaftaran nama domain .COM.MY secara bersepadu melalui kerjasama dengan Suruhanjaya Syarikat Malaysia (SSM). Inisiatif ini bertujuan memudahkan perniagaan baharu yang berdaftar dengan SSM untuk mendapatkan nama domain .COM.MY dengan lebih cepat dan efisien. Langkah ini diharap dapat memperkukuh kehadiran digital perniagaan tempatan… Continue reading

KDN bentang pindaan Akta Perhimpunan Aman 2012 di Parlimen Julai ini

KUALA LUMPUR: Kementerian Dalam Negeri (KDN) akan membentangkan pindaan terhadap Seksyen 11 Akta Perhimpunan Aman 2012 dalam sidang Parlimen bulan ini, menurut Menteri Dalam Negeri Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail. Beliau menegaskan bahawa Kerajaan MADANI komited memastikan hak rakyat untuk berhimpun secara aman dipelihara selaras dengan prinsip demokrasi dan keluhuran Perlembagaan. Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri… Continue reading

Notis tali pinggang keledar ditampal di bas ekspres mulai hari ini

KUALA LUMPUR: Pengusaha bas ekspres kini mengambil langkah proaktif dengan menampal notis peringatan di pintu bas bagi mengingatkan penumpang tentang kewajipan memakai tali pinggang keledar. Arahan ini berkuat kuasa hari ini selepas pengumuman Jabatan Pengangkutan Jalan (JPJ) yang membolehkan denda RM300 dikenakan terhadap mereka yang melanggar peraturan. Pemandu bas ekspres Umar Abdullah, 43, berkata pihak… Continue reading

Over 5,000 fake guns seized in raids in three states

KUALA LUMPUR: Polcie seized more than 5,000 imitation firearms in simultaneous raids on seven premises in Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, and Johor yesterday, arresting six individuals, including four foreign nationals. Bukit Aman Internal Security and Public Order Department (JKDNKA) director, Datuk Seri Azmi Abu Kassim said the operation was carried out by the Wildlife Crime Bureau/Special… Continue reading

New medical law reforms take effect in Malaysia to boost governance

PUTRAJAYA: The Medical (Amendment) Act 2024 and Medical (Amendment) Regulations 2025 officially came into force today, marking a major step in the Ministry of Health’s (MOH) push for improved governance and transparency in the medical sector. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad stated that the amendments create a structured legal framework for specialist recognition,… Continue reading

Children dying in S. Sudan after US aid cuts: NGO

NAIROBI: The impact of US aid cuts has already taken a toll in South Sudan and children are dying, Action Against Hunger told AFP on Tuesday. The east African nation has remained deeply poor and unstable since independence in 2011 and is massively dependent on international aid despite its oil wealth. It is among the… Continue reading

Italian Cocciaretto stuns Pegula in big Wimbledon upset

FRESH off a title in Bad Homburg and tipped for a deep run at Wimbledon, world number three Jessica Pegula suffered a shock first-round exit on Tuesday, dismantled 6-2 6-3 by unheralded Italian Elisabetta Cocciaretto. It was a meek surrender from Pegula, who looked out of sorts from the outset on Court Two. She landed… Continue reading

French PM set to survive no-confidence motion

PARIS: French Prime Minister Francois Bayrou was expected on Tuesday to survive a no-confidence vote but his future hangs by a thread after barely half a year in the post. The motion of no-confidence against Bayrou’s government was tabled by the Socialist Party (PS) after the collapse of talks on pension reforms. Bayrou does not… Continue reading

Temperature records broken in Spain and Portugal

LISBON: Portugal recorded its highest-ever single-day temperature in June — 46.6 degrees Celsius — while last month was the hottest in Spain, the countries’ weather services said Tuesday. The IPMA agency said the record temperature — the equivalent of 115.9 degrees Fahrenheit — was registered on Sunday at Mora, about 100 kilometres (60 miles) east… Continue reading

Besiktas says ‘in talks’ to sign Tammy Abraham

TURKISH giants Besiktas on Tuesday said they were entering talks to sign English striker Tammy Abraham who is currently under contract with Serie A side AS Roma. “Negotiations have begun with the player and his club AS Roma SPA regarding the transfer of professional football player Kevin Oghenetega Tamaraebi Bakumo-Abraham,“ the Istanbul club said in… Continue reading

Italy boosts legal work visas, as union says policy falls short

ROME: Italy’s hard-right government has agreed to issue 500,000 visas for non-EU workers over the next three years, but a top trade union warned Tuesday that only structural change would tackle labour shortages. The government of far-right Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said a total of 497,550 workers would be allowed in over the 2026-2028 period,… Continue reading

Police bust ecstasy-laced juice labs in KL and Selangor

SHAH ALAM: Police have shut down two drug-processing laboratories in a major crackdown on a syndicate producing ecstasy-laced juice, seizing narcotics worth RM5.03 million. The raids, conducted on June 26 in Ampang, Selangor, and Pandan Perdana, Kuala Lumpur, led to the arrest of 13 suspects. Selangor police chief Datuk Hussein Omar Khan revealed that the… Continue reading

World will have to learn to live with heatwaves: UN

GENEVA: The world will have to learn to live with heatwaves, the United Nations’ weather and climate agency said Tuesday, as much of Europe roasted in high summer temperatures. The World Meteorological Organization said that in future, people could expect heatwaves to occur more often and be more intense because of human-induced climate change. WMO… Continue reading

UN says Iran aid budget will need to double post-war

GENEVA: The most senior UN official in Iran said Tuesday the organisation’s humanitarian and development aid budget to the country would need to be doubled following the war with Israel. Stefan Priesner, the UN resident coordinator in Iran, said he hoped the international community would step up with more funding. “We are now doing the… Continue reading