KUALA BERANG: Six students from a Maktab Rendah Sains Mara (MRSM) in Melaka have been expelled following their involvement in a bullying incident last Friday. Majlis Amanah Rakyat (MARA) chairman Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki confirmed the decision, stating that no appeals will be considered to ensure the punishment serves as a deterrent. “The disciplinary…
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JERTIH: Umno has mobilised its machinery to assist in preparations for the upcoming 17th Sabah State Election, according to deputy president Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan. He stated that party divisions from various states have been assigned specific zones in Sabah, with personnel already on the ground. Mohamad explained that the operations room at Umno headquarters…
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KUANTAN: The Sultan of Pahang, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, has issued a stern warning against the misuse of state titles and honours. His Royal Highness emphasised that such recognitions should not be exploited for personal gain or used to justify unlawful actions. “Titles and state honours are not mere ornaments or symbols of…
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ALOR SETAR: The Madani government remains steadfast in upholding the Federal Constitution’s guarantee of freedom of speech, Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said today. He emphasized that his ministry did not overreact to the recent assembly in Kuala Lumpur, respecting court rulings on police notification exemptions. “When the court says there’s no need…
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AN earthquake of magnitude 5.93 struck West Papua region of Indonesia on Saturday, the German Research Center for Geosciences (GFZ) said. The quake was at a depth of 10 km (6 miles), GFZ said. – Reuters
MALAYSIA is closely monitoring the conflict between Thailand and Cambodia as preparations for the upcoming SEA Games continue, according to Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh. She confirmed that the government, through the Foreign Ministry, is assessing the situation but assured that Malaysia’s sports contingent plans remain unchanged. “We are, of course, worried about the…
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MALAYSIA is closely monitoring the conflict between Thailand and Cambodia as preparations for the upcoming SEA Games continue, according to Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh. She confirmed that the government, through the Foreign Ministry, is assessing the situation but assured that Malaysia’s sports contingent plans remain unchanged. “We are, of course, worried about the…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Police are analysing closed-circuit television (CCTV) footage to identify suspects involved in the robbery at former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad’s grandchild’s home in Bukit Ledang. The incident, which occurred on Wednesday, resulted in losses estimated at RM1.8 million. Acting Kuala Lumpur police chief Datuk Mohamed Usuf Jan confirmed the investigation when…
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HARIMAU Malaya winger Arif Aiman Mohd Hanapi dismissed any notion of rivalry between local-born and heritage players in the national squad, emphasizing unity as the team prepares for crucial friendlies in September. “The presence of heritage players has been a big help to the team from time to time,“ he said. “Mentality is key, and…
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LABUAN: Her Majesty Raja Zarith Sofiah, Queen of Malaysia, officially opened the inaugural Borneo Flora Festival 2025 at the Labuan International Sea Sports Complex today. The event, themed ‘Borneo Tropical Flora’, highlighted the region’s rich floral and cultural heritage through vibrant performances and exhibitions. The festival began with a lively showcase of traditional dances, including…
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KUALA LUMPUR: The Health Ministry (MOH) is expediting the recruitment process to fill 4,352 vacancies in the healthcare sector to address urgent staffing needs. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad announced the move following discussions at a recent Cabinet meeting. “I have emphasised and instructed the MOH secretary-general and Health director-general to fast-track the…
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SUNGAI PETANI: The Northern Region Blood Centre is on track for completion by mid-October, according to Deputy Works Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan. The RM49.866 million project, supervised by the Kedah Public Works Department (JKR), began construction on August 2, 2021. Ahmad stated that the facility will include a main blood centre block, mechanical and…
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GEORGE TOWN: Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar described the Darjah Panglima Pangkuan Negeri (DPPN) award conferred upon him as a driving force to further enhance public service delivery. The award, which carries the title ‘Datuk Seri’, was presented by Yang Dipertua Negeri of Penang Tun Ramli Ngah Talib during…
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KOTA KINABALU: Kestabilan politik dan kesinambungan kepimpinan menjadi faktor utama bagi membolehkan Sabah mencapai tahap pembangunan setanding Sarawak, menurut Timbalan Presiden Parti Gagasan Rakyat Sabah (Gagasan Rakyat) Datuk Seri Masidi Manjun. Beliau berkata ketidakstabilan politik yang dialami Sabah sehingga mempunyai 16 Ketua Menteri berbanding hanya enam Premier dan Ketua Menteri di Sarawak sejak 1963 telah…
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JERTIH: Umno telah menyiapkan jenteranya bagi membantu persiapan menghadapi Pilihan Raya Negeri (PRN) Sabah ke-17 yang dijangka diadakan pada bila-bila masa, menurut Timbalan Presidennya Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan. Beliau berkata Umno di setiap negeri sudah menerima pembahagian zon masing-masing, dan jentera negeri akan bergerak ke kawasan yang ditugaskan. Pembahagian zon itu disusun dengan baik oleh…
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NATIONAL women’s doubles pair Pearly Tan-M. Thinaah missed out on a spot in the 2025 China Open Badminton Championship final after a straight-game defeat to China’s Jia Yi Fan-Zhang Shu Xian in the semi-finals. The Malaysian duo, ranked third in the world, lost 14-21, 17-21 in 38 minutes at the Changzhou Olympic Sports Centre Gymnasium.…
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Sultan Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah – fotoBERNAMA KUANTAN: Sultan Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah menegaskan gelaran dan darjah kebesaran bukan perisai untuk bermaharajalela atau sekadar perhiasan di dada. Baginda menekankan bahawa anugerah tersebut merupakan lambang kemuliaan dan amanah yang perlu dijaga dengan integriti tinggi. Baginda bertitah, “Beta tidak akan berdiam…
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SIBU: The Ministry of National Unity has put forward 21 proposals for inclusion in the upcoming 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), aiming to strengthen national cohesion through sustainable initiatives. National Unity Minister Datuk Seri Aaron Ago Dagang highlighted that the proposals prioritise the Pembinaan Negara Bangsa initiative, aligning with the ministry’s long-term unity goals. “Nation-building is…
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SIBU: The Ministry of National Unity has put forward 21 proposals for inclusion in the upcoming 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), aiming to strengthen national cohesion through sustainable initiatives. National Unity Minister Datuk Seri Aaron Ago Dagang highlighted that the proposals prioritise the Pembinaan Negara Bangsa initiative, aligning with the ministry’s long-term unity goals. “Nation-building is…
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PUTRAJAYA: Akademi Bahasa MADANI akan ditubuhkan secara berperingkat di semua Sekolah Berasrama Penuh (SBP) di seluruh negara. Inisiatif ini bertujuan memperkukuh kemahiran berbahasa dan pengucapan awam dalam kalangan pelajar yang bakal menyertai Pertandingan Bahas Piala Perdana Menteri pada masa depan. Menteri Pendidikan Fadhlina Sidek menjelaskan bahawa akademi ini bukan sekadar ruang latihan biasa, tetapi akan…
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JERTIH: Malaysia has proposed that Thailand and Cambodia utilise the General Border Committee as a diplomatic mechanism to resolve ongoing disputes between the two nations. Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan stated that if both parties agree, leaders should consider the committee’s recommendations to de-escalate tensions. He explained, “This is because they both want the…
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IPOH: Perak is positioning itself as a key player in Malaysia’s semiconductor and automotive industries, driven by RM63 billion in investments under the National Semiconductor Strategy (NSS). State Tourism, Industry, Investment and Corridor Development committee chairman Loh Sze Yee highlighted the role of companies like Carsem and Unisem in strengthening Perak’s back-end semiconductor services. Loh…
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SHAH ALAM: A total of 240 primary school pupils from 12 schools in Shah Alam participated in the Safe Internet Campaign (KIS) organised by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC). The initiative aims to educate young students on responsible internet usage and digital safety. Selangor Islamic Affairs and Cultural Innovation Committee chairman Dr Mohammad…
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PUTRAJAYA: Kementerian Pendidikan Malaysia (KPM) memberi jaminan bahawa siasatan berhubung kematian pelajar Tingkatan Satu Zara Qairina Mahathir akan dijalankan secara telus dan adil. Menteri Pendidikan Fadhlina Sidek menekankan pentingnya memberikan ruang kepada Polis Diraja Malaysia (PDRM) untuk menyelesaikan siasatan dengan terperinci. Fadhlina berkata, “Kita sekarang menyerahkan sepenuhnya kepada PDRM untuk menjalankan siasatan itu dan kita…
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PETALING JAYA: A total of 99 foreign nationals were denied entry into the country at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) Terminal 1 after failing to pass security screening during a special operation at KLIA yesterday (July 25). The operation conducted by the Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) targeted high-risk flights and saw more than…
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JOHOR BAHRU: Dua pegawai penguat kuasa ditahan di Kompleks Kastam, Imigresen dan Kuarantin (CIQ) Bangunan Sultan Iskandar (BSI) malam tadi atas disyaki terlibat dalam kegiatan ‘flying passport’. Komander Agensi Kawalan dan Perlindungan Sempadan Malaysia (AKPS) CIQ BSI Roszita Dim berkata, kedua-dua pegawai berumur 31 dan 49 tahun itu ditahan oleh Unit Pematuhan AKPS BSI pada…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Kementerian Kesihatan Malaysia (KKM) akan melaksanakan proses pengisian 4,352 jawatan sektor kesihatan secara ‘fast track’ bagi menangani kekurangan tenaga kerja kesihatan ketika ini. Menteri Kesihatan Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad berkata langkah ini dibincangkan dalam mesyuarat Kabinet dan beliau menekankan keperluan untuk mempercepatkan proses tersebut. “Saya telah tegaskan dan tekankan supaya Ketua Setiausaha…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Agensi Kawalan dan Perlindungan Sempadan (AKPS) menolak kemasukan 99 warga asing di Lapangan Terbang Antarabangsa Kuala Lumpur (KLIA) Terminal 1 semalam selepas mereka gagal melepasi saringan keselamatan. Menurut kenyataan AKPS hari ini, kesemua individu terbabit terdiri daripada 80 warga Bangladesh, 10 dari India, dan sembilan dari Pakistan. “Penolakan dibuat kerana mereka gagal memenuhi…
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KUANTAN: Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Food Security Datuk Arthur Joseph Kurup heads the list of 58 recipients of state awards, honours and medals in conjunction with the 66th birthday of the Sultan of Pahang, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah. The awards were presented by the Sultan at an investiture ceremony held at Balai…
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SIBU: Kementerian Perpaduan Negara telah mengemukakan 21 cadangan inisiatif kepada Kementerian Ekonomi untuk dipertimbangkan dalam Rancangan Malaysia Ke-13 (RMK13). Cadangan ini bertujuan memperkukuh perpaduan nasional melalui pendekatan pembinaan negara bangsa. Menteri Perpaduan Negara Datuk Seri Aaron Ago Dagang menyatakan bahawa pembinaan negara bangsa adalah penting bagi Malaysia sebagai negara berbilang kaum dan budaya. “Usaha ini…
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PETALING JAYA: The Digital Ministry is presently drafting an Artificial Intelligence (AI) bill to regulate the fast-evolving technology and combat deepfake videos as well as AI-related crimes, said Minister Gobind Singh Deo. “The legislative draft is currently being refined through a comprehensive and inclusive engagement process involving various stakeholders. “This approach is taken to ensure…
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JOHOR BAHRU: Two enforcement officers were arrested at the Bangunan Sultan Iskandar (BSI) Customs, Immigration and Quarantine (CIQ) Complex last night over suspected involvement in a ‘Flying Passport’ misconduct. The practice involves illegally clearing passports without the holders being present. Malaysia Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) BSI CIQ commander Roszita Dim confirmed the arrests,…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Biro Kawalan Jenayah Hidupan Liar (WCB) / Perisikan Siasatan Khas (WCB/PSK), Jabatan Keselamatan Dalam Negeri dan Ketenteraman Awam (JKDNKA) Bukit Aman menumpaskan kegiatan pemburuan dan pemerdagangan hidupan liar dalam dua serbuan berasingan di Perak dan Kedah, pada 24 Julai lepas. Pengarah JKDNKA Datuk Seri Azmi Abu Kassim berkata serbuan dilakukan hasil risikan bersepadu…
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PUTRAJAYA: The Ministry of Education (MOE) has reaffirmed its commitment to a transparent and unbiased investigation into the death of 13-year-old Form One student Zara Qairina Mahathir. Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek emphasised the need for all parties to allow the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) to conduct a thorough probe without interference. “We now fully hand…
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KANGAR: Applications for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programmes have surged from 25,000 to 229,000 over the past two years, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi announced. The increase reflects growing awareness of TVET’s career potential, particularly in high-demand fields like welding, artificial intelligence, and robotics. Ahmad Zahid, who chairs…
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KANGAR: Permohonan untuk menyertai bidang Pendidikan dan Latihan Teknikal dan Vokasional (TVET) di Malaysia menunjukkan peningkatan mendadak, daripada 25,000 kepada 229,000 dalam tempoh dua tahun setakat 12 Julai lepas. Timbalan Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi berkata peningkatan ini disebabkan kesedaran dalam kalangan ibu bapa dan pelajar lepasan SPM mengenai kelebihan bidang TVET,…
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PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia will continue engaging with the leaders of Cambodia and Thailand to propose a peace process in response to the border conflict between the two countries, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. He said Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet and Thailand’s acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai had expressed appreciation for his initiative to…
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BEIJING: Thousands of men allegedly shared intimate photos and videos of their girlfriends without consent on Telegram, Chinese media reported, triggering widespread condemnation over privacy violations and demands for stronger protections for women. Pornography is illegal in China, yet conservative social attitudes towards women persist, often reinforced by state media and cultural norms. The issue…
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FLAMENGO player Bruno Henrique will stand trial in Brazil for sports fraud aimed at allegedly benefiting his relatives through online betting, according to a court ruling seen by AFP on Friday. Henrique, 34, was charged in June for allegedly deliberately earning a yellow card during a domestic league match in 2023, in coordination with gamblers…
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ALOR SETAR: Statistik kes jenayah yang membabitkan wanita dan kanak-kanak di Kedah mencatatkan peningkatan apabila purata 42 kes dilaporkan setiap bulan dalam tempoh enam bulan pertama tahun ini. Menteri Dalam Negeri Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail berkata berbanding 2024, purata kes melibatkan golongan itu khususnya sebagai mangsa dan saksi yang direkodkan setiap bulan hanya 16…
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MUAR: The public has been warned to stay cautious against scam links falsely claiming to offer the RM100 one-off cash assistance under the Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiative. Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching emphasised that these deceptive links aim to steal personal information. Scammers are using convincing tactics, including fake posters with official-looking elements…
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ALOR SETAR: Crimes involving women and children in Kedah have surged, averaging 42 cases a month in the first half of 2025 compared with an average of 16 cases monthly last year, Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said. He said sexual crimes were particularly alarming, with children under 18 making up 75 per…
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KUANTAN: Timbalan Menteri Pertanian Dan Keterjaminan Makanan Datuk Arthur Joseph Kurup mendahului senarai 58 penerima darjah kebesaran dan pingat Pahang sempena Ulang Tahun Hari Keputeraan Ke-66 Sultan Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah. Sultan Pahang berkenan berangkat menyempurnakan istiadat yang berlangsung di Balai Mahkota, Istana Abdulaziz di sini hari ini. Turut berangkat Tengku Ampuan…
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GEORGE TOWN: Penang Governor Tun Ramli Ngah Talib today said that respect for the institution of the Constitutional Monarchy is a vital foundation in nation-building and ensuring the stability of the nation-state system. He said the monarchy institution was not just a historical legacy, but part of the governance structure that guaranteed a balance between…
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PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has urged Members of Parliament to maintain a culture of civil and respectful debate in the Dewan Rakyat, steering clear of insults and profanity. Speaking at the 2025 Prime Minister’s Cup Debate Finals, he highlighted the need for constructive discourse in legislative discussions. Anwar expressed admiration for the…
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MACHANG: Civil servants must uphold discipline and avoid participating in public rallies to set a proper example, said Attorney-General Tan Sri Mohd Dusuki Mokhtar. He emphasised that involvement in such gatherings violates the civil service code of conduct, and department heads may take action against offenders. “Such assemblies actually violate the code of conduct and…
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MALAYSIA akan terus memantau perkembangan konflik Thailand dan Kemboja menjelang temasya Sukan SEA yang dijadual berlangsung Disember ini, kata Menteri Belia dan Sukan Hannah Yeoh. Beliau mengesahkan bahawa kerajaan melalui Kementerian Luar Negeri sedang memantau rapat situasi itu, namun setakat ini tiada perubahan dalam perancangan kontinjen negara. “Sudah tentu kami bimbang dengan perkembangan semasa namun…
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PUTRAJAYA: Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim menyeru Ahli Parlimen supaya menerapkan budaya berbahas secara beradab dan sopan di Dewan Rakyat tanpa perlu menghina atau memaki hamun. Ketika menyatakan kekagumannya menyaksikan kaedah peserta Pertandingan Akhir Bahas Piala Perdana Menteri ke-50 2025 yang berbahas dengan fasih, berani, bijak mengolah fakta serta berhujah secara berhemah, Anwar berkata…
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GEORGE TOWN: Lima orang cedera parah manakala seorang lagi mengalami kecederaan ringan dalam kemalangan membabitkan lima kenderaan di sini malam tadi. Kejadian berlaku apabila sebuah Proton X70 melanggar beberapa kenderaan di tiga lokasi berbeza. Ketua Polis Daerah Timur Laut ACP Abdul Rozak Muhammad berkata kemalangan itu berlaku sekitar pukul 8.30 malam. Proton X70 yang dipandu…
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IPOH: A staggering 51.5% of drug abuse cases recorded in Perak last year involved youths aged between 15 and 39, according to the Malaysian Drug Prevention Association (PEMADAM). Perak PEMADAM chairman Mohd Azlan Helmi revealed that out of 14,534 reported cases, 7,488 involved young individuals, calling the trend alarming. He stressed the need for stronger…
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