July 2025 – Page 26 – Thesundailymys

Summer McIntosh vs Katie Ledecky rivalry heats up in Singapore

TEENAGE swimming sensation Summer McIntosh launched her world championships with a packed programme and will go head-to-head later Sunday with Katie Ledecky as they renew their Paris Olympics rivalry. The 18-year-old Canadian McIntosh and American great Ledecky, who is a decade older, will face off on day one in Singapore in the evening for the… Continue reading

Govt plans language and etiquette training for taxi drivers ahead of VM2026

KUALA LUMPUR: The Transport Ministry is rolling out language and etiquette training for taxi drivers in preparation for Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026), aiming to elevate service standards for tourists. Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook emphasised that taxi drivers play a crucial role as the first point of contact for visitors, shaping their initial impression… Continue reading

Govt plans language and etiquette training for taxi drivers ahead of VM2026

Empat pegawai direman kes rasuah “Pasport Terbang”

JOHOR BAHRU: Empat pegawai penguat kuasa yang disyaki menerima rasuah kira-kira RM3,000 bagi kegiatan “pasport terbang” di kaunter penyeliaan zon masuk motor, sempadan Johor-Singapura direman enam hari bermula hari ini. Perintah reman ke atas keempat-empat suspek berusia antara 20-an hingga 40-an itu dikeluarkan oleh Penolong Kanan Pendaftar Mahkamah Tinggi Johor Bahru Mohammad Izham Mohd Aliyas.… Continue reading

PM Anwar stresses fair development and welfare in national agenda

MUAR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed that Malaysia’s development agenda must not compromise the rights and welfare of its people. Speaking at the launch of the National Month and Fly the Jalur Gemilang 2025 Campaign at Dataran Tanjung Emas, he emphasised justice and holistic balance as core principles. “Let’s not develop while… Continue reading

PM Anwar stresses fair development and welfare in national agenda

Agenda pembangunan negara tidak harus “roboh” hak, kebajikan rakyat – PM Anwar

MUAR: Agenda pembangunan negara tidak harus membawa kepada perobohan hak dan kebajikan rakyat, sebaliknya mesti dilaksanakan dengan prinsip keadilan serta keseimbangan menyeluruh, kata Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Beliau berkata pembangunan ekonomi yang mapan tidak wajar dilakukan dengan meminggirkan golongan berpendapatan rendah, tetapi pelaksanaan itu haruslah memberikan manfaat secara saksama kepada semua lapisan masyarakat.… Continue reading

MCBA urges calm for Malaysian businesses amid Cambodia-Thailand tensions

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysia-Cambodia Business Association (MCBA) has urged Malaysian businesses in Cambodia to remain composed and take proactive steps following recent tensions along the Cambodia-Thailand border. President Datuk Seri Ricky Yaw assured members that the association will provide timely updates and guidance to maintain business stability. “The long-standing development of Malaysian businesses in Cambodia… Continue reading

MCBA urges calm for Malaysian businesses amid Cambodia-Thailand tensions

24 rumah musnah dalam kebakaran di Tuaran, Sabah

TUARAN: Sebanyak 24 rumah dan sebuah kenderaan musnah dalam kebakaran di Kampung Mengkabong di sini semalam. Menurut Ketua Balai Bomba dan Penyelamat (BBP) Tuaran Mohammad Nor Amit, tiada mangsa dilaporkan terlibat dalam kejadian itu. Pihak bomba menerima panggilan kecemasan pada 3.34 petang sebelum 24 anggota serta pegawai termasuk dari BBP Kota Kinabalu dan Putatan digerakkan… Continue reading

Jualan Rahmah MADANI tarik ramai pengunjung di Muar

MUAR: Program Jualan Rahmah MADANI (PJRM) yang diadakan sempena Majlis Pelancaran Bulan Kebangsaan dan Kibar Jalur Gemilang 2025 terus mendapat sambutan hangat daripada orang ramai. Ratusan pengunjung membanjiri lokasi jualan seawal pagi untuk mendapatkan barangan keperluan harian pada harga yang jauh lebih rendah berbanding pasaran. Antara barangan yang menjadi tumpuan ialah ayam segar, minyak masak… Continue reading

GRS and PH form alliance for Sabah polls, says Hajiji

PETALING JAYA: Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) and Pakatan Harapan (PH) have agreed to form an alliance for the upcoming Sabah state election, according to GRS chairman Hajiji Noor (pic). The Sabah chief minister confirmed the electoral pact, as reported by Bernama. PH had earlier reached a similar agreement with Barisan Nasional (BN) for the state… Continue reading

GRS and PH form alliance for Sabah polls, says Hajiji

Harga petrol RM1.99 untuk rakyat Malaysia, bukan warga asing

MUAR: Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim hari ini menegaskan harga petrol RON95 pada kadar subsidi RM1.99 seliter yang diumumkan baru-baru ini, khas untuk rakyat Malaysia manakala warga asing akan dikenakan harga pasaran semasa. Beliau berkata langkah itu penting bagi memastikan subsidi kerajaan yang besar hanya dinikmati oleh rakyat tempatan, selaras dengan pendekatan Kerajaan MADANI… Continue reading

Istaf forms panel to review sepaktakraw service rule change

THE International Sepaktakraw Federation (ISTAF) has set up a special technical committee to review the proposed amendment to allow the tekong (server) to lift his non-kicking foot when executing the service. ISTAF secretary-general Datuk Abdul Halim Kader said the decision was made at the ISTAF Council meeting in Hatyai, Songkhla, yesterday, following various suggestions and… Continue reading

Istaf forms panel to review sepaktakraw service rule change

Adam Adli praises Madani government’s democratic maturity in KL rally

KUALA LUMPUR: The Madani government’s decision to allow peaceful assemblies without interference demonstrates its commitment to democratic principles and freedom of expression, according to Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) communications director Adam Adli Abd Halim. Adam Adli, who is also the Deputy Youth and Sports Minister, stated that the government’s approach was not a sign of… Continue reading

Adam Adli praises Madani government’s democratic maturity in KL rally

Istaf tubuh jawatankuasa teknikal khas perhalusi isu servis terbang

PERSEKUTUAN Sepaktakraw Antarabangsa (ISTAF) mengambil langkah berhati-hati dalam isu pemansuhan kesalahan servis ‘terbang’ dengan menubuhkan Jawatankuasa Teknikal Khas bagi memperhalusi cadangan pindaan peraturan permainan. Setiausaha Agung ISTAF Datuk Abdul Halim Kader berkata keputusan itu dibuat selepas mesyuarat Majlis ISTAF di Hatyai, Songkhla semalam. Jawatankuasa itu akan dipengerusikan bersama oleh Taufiq Halim dan Prof Chalerm Chaiwatcharaporn.… Continue reading

Subsidised petrol RM1.99 for Malaysians only, says PM Anwar

MUAR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has clarified that the subsidised price of RON95 petrol at RM1.99 per litre is exclusively for Malaysian citizens, while foreigners will pay the market rate of RM2.50 to RM2.60 per litre. Speaking at the National Month and Fly the Jalur Gemilang 2025 Campaign launch at Dataran Tanjung Emas,… Continue reading

Fahmi urges Malaysians to join 1 House 1 Jalur Gemilang campaign

MUAR: Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil has urged Malaysians to participate in the ‘1 House 1 Jalur Gemilang’ campaign as a gesture of national pride and unity. The initiative encourages citizens to display the national flag at homes, workplaces, and public spaces ahead of National Day and Malaysia Day 2025. Fahmi, who chairs the National… Continue reading

Thailand Cambodia border clashes continue despite ceasefire talks

SAMRAONG, CAMBODIA: Thailand and Cambodia engaged in renewed clashes Sunday, defying hopes of a ceasefire after US President Donald Trump intervened to broker peace talks. The conflict, centered around disputed border temples, has left at least 33 dead and displaced over 200,000 people. Despite both nations expressing willingness to negotiate, artillery fire resumed near the… Continue reading

Thailand Cambodia border clashes continue despite ceasefire talks

11 injured in random stabbing at Michigan Walmart store

TRAVERSE CITY: At least 11 people were injured in a stabbing at a Walmart store in Michigan on Saturday, with authorities confirming the attack appeared random. Grand Traverse County Sheriff Michael Shea stated a 42-year-old male suspect, a Michigan resident, was arrested and acted alone using a folding knife. Six victims remain in critical condition,… Continue reading

11 injured in random stabbing at Michigan Walmart store

Trump immigration raids risk US food security, California farmers warn

VENTURA: Farmers in California’s agricultural heartland are raising alarms over former President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown, warning it could devastate the US food supply chain. Lisa Tate, a fourth-generation farmer in Ventura County, says raids targeting undocumented workers threaten to “dismantle the whole economy” and push food prices higher. Tate, who grows avocados, citrus, and… Continue reading

Trump immigration raids risk US food security, California farmers warn

Fahmi joins 3,000 in Merdeka 6.8km fun run in Muar

MUAR: Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil participated in the Merdeka 6.8KM Fun Run & Walk alongside 3,000 attendees at Dataran Tanjung Emas. The event marked the launch of the 2025 National Month and Fly the Jalur Gemilang campaign. Fahmi, who chairs the National Day and Malaysia Day 2025 Celebration committee, flagged off the run at… Continue reading

Fahmi urges Malaysians to join 1 House 1 Jalur Gemilang campaign

Singapore sinkhole incident: Nearby buildings unaffected, says BCA

SINGAPORE: Singapore’s Building and Construction Authority (BCA) has confirmed that preliminary checks show no impact on surrounding buildings following a sinkhole incident at Tanjong Katong Road. Stabilisation works are underway as a precaution to ensure safety, particularly for the adjacent PUB worksite. BCA engineers inspected nearby structures, including One Amber condominium and landed houses, confirming… Continue reading

Singapore sinkhole incident: Nearby buildings unaffected, says BCA

1-year-old bites cobra to death in Bihar, survives snake attack

A one-year-old boy in Bihar’s Bettiah village bit a cobra snake to death after it coiled around his hand while he was playing near his home. According to India Today, the child, identified as Govinda, lost consciousness shortly after but was rushed to the hospital and is now stable. Locals reported that the cobra had… Continue reading

1-year-old bites cobra to death in Bihar, survives snake attack

Borneo Flora Festival 2025 draws 37,000 visitors on opening day

LABUAN: The Borneo Flora Festival (BFF) 2025 kicked off with a strong turnout, attracting 37,130 visitors on its opening day. The event, themed ‘Borneo Tropical Flora,’ highlights the region’s botanical and cultural diversity through floral parades, garden displays, and traditional performances. Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa, Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories), noted… Continue reading

Borneo Flora Festival 2025 draws 37,000 visitors on opening day

Bruno Fernandes leads Man Utd to 2-1 win over West Ham in US tour

BRUNO FERNANDES netted a brace as Manchester United began their US tour with a 2-1 victory over West Ham in the Premier League Summer Series on Saturday. The match, held at MetLife Stadium, saw United capitalise on errors by West Ham goalkeeper Alphonse Areola to secure the win. Fernandes opened the scoring from the penalty… Continue reading

Bruno Fernandes leads Man Utd to 2-1 win over West Ham in US tour

Xiaomi Malaysia to grow premium smartphone segment

XIAOMI Technologies Malaysia Sdn Bhd (Xiaomi Malaysia), which has opened the brand’s biggest Southeast Asian retail outlet at The Exchange TRX, Kuala Lumpur, is growing its premium smartphone segment as competition heats up, while expanding its product lines and categories. “We are paying more attention to the premium segment. The entry segment is hard to… Continue reading

AI to boost Malaysia’s economy with USD113 billion productivity gains

KUALA LUMPUR: Widespread adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in Malaysia is expected to drive significant economic growth, unlocking up to USD113.4 billion in productivity gains, according to Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo. Speaking at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference 2025 in Shanghai, Gobind emphasised the need for global cooperation to ensure AI remains a force… Continue reading

AI to boost Malaysia’s economy with USD113 billion productivity gains

Fahmi sertai 3,000 peserta larian Merdeka 6.8KM di Muar

MUAR: Menteri Komunikasi Datuk Fahmi Fadzil menyertai kira-kira 3,000 peserta program Merdeka 6.8KM Fun Run & Walk yang berlangsung meriah di Dataran Tanjung Emas sempena Majlis Peluncuran Bulan Kebangsaan dan Kibar Jalur Gemilang (MPBKKJG) 2025 hari ini. Fahmi, yang juga Pengerusi Jawatankuasa Induk Sambutan Hari Kebangsaan dan Hari Malaysia 2025, melepaskan peserta pada jam 7.08… Continue reading

Fahmi sertai 3,000 peserta larian Merdeka 6.8KM di Muar

Malaysia semiconductor sector to gain from 13MP supply chain focus

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s semiconductor industry is expected to gain significant advantages from the upcoming 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), as the government prioritises reinforcing the country’s position in the global supply chain. UniKL Business School economic analyst Associate Professor Dr Aimi Zulhazmi Abdul Rashid (pic) highlighted that the five-year plan arrives at a crucial moment, coinciding… Continue reading

Malaysia semiconductor sector to gain from 13MP supply chain focus

Thailand and Cambodia agree to ceasefire after Trump intervention

BANGKOK/PHNOM PENH: US President Donald Trump announced that Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to pursue an immediate ceasefire following his mediation efforts. Trump revealed the development on his Truth Social platform after speaking with Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet and Thailand’s Acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai. “They have agreed to immediately meet and quickly work… Continue reading

WUG 2025: Muhammad Azeem and Co storm into 4x100m final

THE national men’s 4×100 metres (m) quartet fulfilled their promise when they checked into the final at the 2025 Rhine-Ruhr World University Games in Lohrheidestadion early today Malaysian time. In the first-round action, the quartet of Muhammad Azeem Mohd Fahmi, Pengiran Aidil Auf Hajam, Mohammad Thaqif Mohammad Hisham and Aliff Iman Mohd Fahimi completed the… Continue reading

WUG 2025: Muhammad Azeem and Co storm into 4x100m final

Thailand and Cambodia agree to ceasefire after Trump intervention

Thailand jamin keselamatan acara Muay Thai Sukan SEA 2025 di Songkhla

SONGKHLA: Thailand sebagai tuan rumah Sukan SEA 2025 memberi jaminan bahawa tahap keselamatan akan dipertingkatkan bagi memastikan acara Muay Thai di wilayah selatan Songkhla berjalan lancar, walaupun terdapat ketegangan politik dengan Kemboja. Presiden Persatuan Muaythai Malaysia, Datuk Muhammad Shahnaz Azmi, berkata jaminan itu diberikan dalam mesyuarat bersama Jawatankuasa Penganjur Tempatan (LOC) baru-baru ini. Beliau turut… Continue reading

257 Kes kemalangan, 22 kematian direkodkan di JRTB setakat Jun

KOTA BHARU: Sebanyak 257 kes kemalangan membabitkan 442 kenderaan pelbagai jenis direkodkan berlaku di jajaran Jalan Raya Timur–Barat (JRTB) Gerik–Jeli setakat Januari hingga Jun tahun ini. Ketua Polis Daerah Gerik Supt Abdul Samad Othman berkata daripada jumlah itu, lapan kes ialah kemalangan maut dengan mencatatkan 22 kematian termasuk 15 penuntut Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI)… Continue reading