July 2025 – Page 38 – Thesundailymys

Israel and US recall teams from Gaza ceasefire talks after Hamas response

JERUSALEM: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated Israel remains committed to securing a Gaza ceasefire despite recalling negotiators, blaming Hamas for prolonging nearly two years of conflict. Mediators have been facilitating indirect talks in Qatar for over two weeks, but no agreement has been reached. International concern is mounting over Gaza’s humanitarian crisis, with warnings of… Continue reading

Scarred Norris has a nose for success

FORMULA ONE title contender Lando Norris is scarred by success. He also has a nose for it. The McLaren driver now sports two scars on his nose, each a memento of a career milestone, and the Briton is not altogether unhappy about it. The first cut was acquired in Amsterdam last year on a broken… Continue reading

Scarred Norris has a nose for success

Former Bangladesh chief justice arrested in murder case

DHAKA: Police in Bangladesh arrested former chief justice ABM Khairul Haque on Thursday in connection with a murder case linked to last year’s student uprising. The 81-year-old was sent to jail after a court hearing in Dhaka. Police officer Nasir Islam confirmed the arrest, stating, “Haque is facing several other cases, but he was shown… Continue reading

Anwar hits back at critics of RM100 cash aid

PETALING JAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has hit back at critics of the RM100 cash aid under the Sumbangan Asas Rahmah scheme, urging Malaysians to see it through the eyes of struggling households that depend on every ringgit to get by. “Some might say, ‘it is just RM100’. If you earn RM20,000 or… Continue reading

Liverpool spending backed by title win and long-term plan, says CEO

LIVERPOOL’S big-money investment on transfers is the result of long-term planning, club CEO Billy Hogan said, adding that winning a record-equalling 20th English top-flight title convinced the club it was time to act like a modern powerhouse. Liverpool’s latest acquisition, French striker Hugo Ekitike from Eintracht Frankfurt in a deal worth 79 million pounds ($106.84… Continue reading

Google ordered to pay Argentine man pictured naked in yard

BUENOS AIRES: A court in Argentina has ordered Google to pay compensation to a man whose naked image was captured and displayed on Google Street View. The incident, which occurred in 2017, showed the man in his private yard behind a two-meter wall, exposing him to public ridicule. The plaintiff, a policeman, argued that the… Continue reading

Iran asserts right to uranium enrichment ahead of Istanbul talks

ISTANBUL: Iran has firmly defended its right to enrich uranium, calling it “unshakable,“ just before crucial discussions with European nations that may reinstate nuclear sanctions. The talks, scheduled for Friday in Istanbul, mark the first meeting since Israel’s mid-June strikes on Iranian nuclear and military sites triggered a 12-day conflict. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated,… Continue reading

Morocco to spend $4.2 billion to expand airports ahead of World Cup

Morocco said on Thursday it will spend 38 billion dirhams ($4.2 billion) over the next five years to overhaul its main airports, ahead of the World Cup it will cohost with Portugal and Spain. An agreement was signed to that end between the Moroccan government and the airports authority ONDA, the government said in a… Continue reading

French petition against toxic pesticide gains 1.9M signatures

PARIS: A student-led petition opposing the reintroduction of a toxic pesticide in France has gained massive public support, highlighting growing discontent with political decision-making. The petition, launched by a 23-year-old master’s student, calls for the rejection of legislation allowing acetamiprid, a chemical harmful to bees but favored by farmers. Banned in France since 2018, acetamiprid… Continue reading

Malaysia urges Thailand, Cambodia ceasefire amid border clashes

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim urged Thailand and Cambodia to “stand down” following deadly border clashes that escalated Thursday, with both nations exchanging rocket fire and airstrikes. The violence marks a sharp deterioration in a decades-old territorial dispute over the Emerald Triangle region. “The least we can expect is for them to stand… Continue reading

Tour de France shortens stage 19 after cattle disease outbreak forces route change

FRIDAY’S Stage 19 of the Tour de France has been shortened after an outbreak of contagious nodular dermatitis in cattle near the Col des Saisies forced authorities to cull livestock and restrict access to the area, race organisers said on Thursday. The 129.9-km stage from Albertville to La Plagne was due to include the ascent… Continue reading

Zelensky reverses anti-graft law after protests and EU concerns

KYIV: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced Thursday he had approved a draft bill ensuring the independence of anti-corruption bodies, following widespread protests and EU concerns over a controversial law that weakened their autonomy. The reversal comes after thousands took to the streets across Ukraine, marking the first large-scale demonstrations since the war with Russia began… Continue reading

UN unable to verify Gaza aid due to Israel access restrictions

GENEVA: The United Nations stated on Thursday that it cannot verify the number of aid trucks waiting inside Gaza due to Israel’s refusal to grant access. More than 100 aid and rights groups warn of spreading “mass starvation” among Gaza’s two million Palestinians. Israel’s military denied blocking aid, claiming 950 truckloads are on the Gaza… Continue reading

Trump signs order aimed at curbing big-money influence in college sports

U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday signed an executive order that the White House said was aimed at curbing the influence of big-money payouts in college sports like football and men’s basketball. The White House said the order would block “third-party, pay-for-play payments” to college athletes, without affecting fair-market compensation for brand endorsements. It also… Continue reading

UK and India sign landmark trade deal boosting economic ties

LONDON: Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Indian counterpart Narendra Modi formalised a major trade deal during talks at Chequers, marking a significant step in UK-India economic relations. The agreement, first announced in May, aims to boost bilateral trade by £25.5 billion while supporting jobs and investment in both countries. Starmer called the deal a “landmark… Continue reading

Five former Hockey Canada players found not guilty in sexual assault trial

FIVE former players on Canada’s 2018 world junior ice hockey team have been found not guilty of sexually assaulting a woman in a hotel room that year, a judge said on Thursday. The charges against Michael McLeod, Alex Formenton, Dillon Dube, Carter Hart and Cal Foote stemmed from an encounter in a hotel room in… Continue reading

France to recognise Palestinian state at UN meeting in September

PARIS: French President Emmanuel Macron confirmed his country will formally recognise a Palestinian state during a UN meeting in September, marking a significant shift in European policy. The announcement makes France the most powerful European nation to take this step, joining at least 142 other countries that recognise or plan to recognise Palestinian statehood. Israel… Continue reading

Clay mine operator pledges action after repeated floods

IPOH: After enduring repeated flash floods and sludge-filled streets, hundreds of residents from four neighbourhoods in Changkat Kinding, Ulu Kinta, may finally see some relief as the operator of a nearby kaolin (white clay) mining site has pledged immediate corrective measures. The affected areas – Taman Kinding Raya, Taman Kinding Permai, Taman Akasia and Taman… Continue reading

Hulk Hogan, pro wrestling legend and WWE icon, dies at 71.

HULK HOGAN, the American sports and entertainment star who made professional wrestling a global phenomenon and loudly supported Donald Trump for president, has died at the age of 71, World Wrestling Entertainment said on Thursday. “WWE is saddened to learn WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan has passed away. One of pop culture’s most recognizable… Continue reading

Hulk Hogan, pro wrestling legend and WWE icon, dies at 71.

Sejahtera Madani initiative launched to eradicate poverty

PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called for deeper collaboration between the public and private sectors to eradicate hardcore poverty, stressing that targeted interventions must be consistent, inclusive and sustained. Launching the Sejahtera Madani initiative (Malaysia Madani People’s Well-being Initiative) at Kompleks Seri Perdana yesterday, he said while data points to progress in… Continue reading

Govt approves RM14.39 mln grant for Suhakam’s 2023 operations

KUALA LUMPUR: The government has approved a RM14.39 million grant to the Human Rights Commission of Malaysia (Suhakam) for its 2023 operational expenses. Deputy Finance Minister Lim Hui Ying confirmed this as the highest amount ever allocated to the commission. “The grant is intended to cover operating expenses, fixed allowance of Suhakam Commissioner, emoluments, operations… Continue reading

Malaysia backs Turkiye’s push for just Palestine solution

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has expressed strong support for Turkiye’s efforts to amplify the voices of oppressed communities globally and push for a fair resolution to the Palestinian crisis. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim commended Turkiye’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan for his unwavering stance on Palestinian rights and urgent calls for a Gaza ceasefire. Anwar… Continue reading

Road closures in Bukit Mertajam for St Anne Feast this weekend

BUKIT MERTAJAM: Several roads near the Minor Basilica of St Anne will be closed from 9 am Saturday to 2 pm Sunday for the annual St Anne Feast, one of Malaysia’s largest religious gatherings. The closures aim to manage traffic flow as over 100,000 visitors are expected. Seberang Perai Tengah police chief ACP Helmi Aris… Continue reading

Malaysia targets global medical tourism leadership with MYMT 2026

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysia Year of Medical Tourism (MYMT) 2026 was officially launched today to reinforce the country’s status as a leading destination for affordable, high-quality healthcare. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad unveiled the campaign under the tagline “Healing Meets Hospitality,” targeting international healthcare travellers with Malaysia’s blend of medical excellence and warm… Continue reading

JAIS tahan enam individu kait program eHati di Shah Alam

SHAH ALAM: Jabatan Agama Islam Selangor (JAIS) menahan enam individu berhubung siasatan program motivasi rumah tangga eHati yang diadakan pada September 2024. Mereka disyaki melanggar beberapa peruntukan undang-undang syariah. Pengarah JAIS Datuk Mohd Shahzihan Ahmad berkata, kesemua individu berumur 26 hingga 47 tahun itu ditahan pada 18 Julai lepas. “Kertas siasatan dibuka di bawah Enakmen… Continue reading

Ghislaine Maxwell to meet US Justice Dept amid Epstein case scrutiny

WASHINGTON: The US Department of Justice is set to interview Ghislaine Maxwell, the convicted accomplice of late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, in a high-profile meeting on Thursday. Reports confirm Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche will lead the discussion in Tallahassee, Florida, as pressure mounts over unresolved questions in the Epstein scandal. Maxwell, serving a 20-year… Continue reading

Budapest mayor to face police questioning over banned Pride march

BUDAPEST: Police will question Budapest Mayor Gergely Karacsony as a suspect for organising the city’s 30th Pride parade, which authorities had banned earlier this year. The mayor’s office confirmed the summons to AFP on Thursday, stating he will be questioned next week. The June event saw a record turnout, with organisers estimating over 200,000 participants.… Continue reading

Saudi Arabia invests $6.4 billion to rebuild Syria’s infrastructure

DAMASCUS: Saudi Arabia signed major investment deals worth $6.4 billion with Syria on Thursday to support the reconstruction of the war-torn country’s infrastructure, telecommunications, and other key sectors. The agreements were announced at the Syrian-Saudi Investment Forum held at the Damascus presidential palace. Saudi Investment Minister Khalid Al-Falih confirmed the signing of 47 agreements and… Continue reading

Toll hike delay eases burden for B40, says Nanta

KUALA LUMPUR: The government’s decision to delay toll rate hikes on several highways aims to ease financial pressure on the B40 group, says Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi. He called for understanding from concession companies, acknowledging the impact on their cash flow while stressing the need for shared responsibility. Nanta said, “From a… Continue reading

Zayn Rayyan’s mother clarifies WhatsApp message in court

PETALING JAYA: The mother of Zayn Rayyan Abdul Matin clarified in court that a WhatsApp message containing the phrase “lantaklah nak hidup ke nak mati” was meant for herself, not her six-year-old son. Ismanira Abdul Manaf, 30, explained that the message was sent to her husband, Zaim Ikhwan Zahari, during a moment of distress while… Continue reading

Senior assistant medical officer in Labuan remanded over power abuse

LABUAN: A senior assistant medical officer has been remanded for four days until July 28, for allegedly abusing his position to award logistics-related work to a company owned by his wife. The Labuan Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC), in a statement, said the remand order was issued by Magistrate Kasyfurrahman Abang Ahmad at the Labuan Sessions… Continue reading

Malaysian referee Nazmi Nasaruddin to officiate at FIFA U-20 World Cup

MALAYSIAN referee Muhammad Nazmi Nasaruddin has been appointed to officiate at the FIFA Under-20 World Cup 2025 in Chile, scheduled from September 27 to October 19. The Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) confirmed the selection, alongside assistant referees Muhammad Zairul Khalil Tan and Mohamad Mu’azi Zainal Abidin. FAM expressed pride in the trio’s achievement, stating,… Continue reading

Kemalangan treler muatan kimia di Johor, tangki terjatuh ke laut

JOHOR BAHRU: Dua treler membawa muatan bahan kimia jenis propylene glycol terlibat dalam kemalangan di Jambatan Link 2, KM0.8 Lebuhraya PLUS petang tadi. Salah satu tangki muatan terjatuh ke laut dalam kejadian itu. Komander Operasi Pegawai Bomba Kanan (PBK) I Nurmala Sideli berkata pasukan bomba menerima panggilan kecemasan pada 5.41 petang. Tujuh anggota dengan sebuah… Continue reading

MARA prihatin kes kemalangan pelajar, tiada kaitan anjur konvoi

KUALA LUMPUR: Majlis Amanah Rakyat (MARA) memberi jaminan bahawa kebajikan 16 pelajar yang terlibat dalam kemalangan di Lebuhraya Utara-Selatan (PLUS) akan dipantau sepenuhnya. Kemalangan berkenaan mengakibatkan tiga kematian dan sembilan kecederaan. MARA dalam kenyataan memaklumkan bahawa pihaknya tidak terlibat dalam penganjuran konvoi yang didakwa menjadi punca kejadian. “Aktiviti konvoi itu dianjurkan secara santai oleh pelajar… Continue reading

Man arrested over toddler’s death from dog bite in Sungai Buloh

KUALA LUMPUR: Police have arrested the uncle of a one-year-and-seven-month-old boy who died after being bitten by a dog in Kampung Orang Asli Sungai Buloh. The 19-year-old suspect, an Orang Asli from the Temuan tribe, was detained under Section 31(1)(a) of the Children Act 2001. Sungai Buloh district police chief Supt Mohd Hafiz Muhammad Nor… Continue reading

Sandakan corruption case: Two more local authority officers arrested

SANDAKAN: Two more officers from a local authority have been remanded for five days to assist in a bribery investigation involving RM200,000 received from contractors since 2022. The suspects, a man and a woman in their 20s and 30s, allegedly facilitated corruption in exchange for repair work contracts. Magistrate Yong Ching Hong granted the Malaysian… Continue reading

Malaysia sokong usaha Turkiye perjuangkan keadilan Palestin

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia menyatakan sokongan penuh terhadap usaha Turkiye dalam membawa isu Palestin ke peringkat antarabangsa serta memperjuangkan penyelesaian adil untuk rakyat Palestin. Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim mengucapkan penghargaan kepada Presiden Turkiye Recep Tayyip Erdogan atas pendirian tegasnya dalam isu tersebut. Anwar berkata beliau telah menghubungi Erdogan hari ini dan membincangkan perkembangan semasa… Continue reading

Elderly man injured in 500m fall at Mulu National Park

KUCHING: A 75-year-old man sustained severe injuries after falling approximately 500 metres while hiking Gunung Api in Mulu National Park. The Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) Sarawak operations centre received an emergency call at 12.45 pm and immediately dispatched the Mountain Cave Search and Rescue (MOCSAR) team from Marudi Fire and Rescue Station. The… Continue reading

Dua pegawai PBT direman lima hari kes rasuah RM200,000 di Sandakan

SANDAKAN: Dua lagi pegawai pihak berkuasa tempatan (PBT) direman lima hari bagi membantu siasatan kes rasuah membabitkan RM200,000. Kes ini didakwa melibatkan penerimaan rasuah daripada beberapa kontraktor sejak 2022 sebagai balasan untuk mendapatkan projek membaik pulih infrastruktur. Majistret Yong Ching Hong mengeluarkan perintah reman sehingga 28 Julai selepas membenarkan permohonan Suruhanjaya Pencegahan Rasuah Malaysia (SPRM).… Continue reading

Penerbangan terus Kuching-Pontianak disambung semula, lonjak ekonomi

KUCHING: Penerbangan terus antara Kuching dan Pontianak, Indonesia, disambung semula oleh AirAsia, dijangka memberi lonjakan kepada ekonomi rentas sempadan, pelancongan, serta perusahaan kecil dan sederhana (PKS). Menteri Pengangkutan Sarawak, Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin, berkata pemulihan laluan ini menandakan kejayaan besar dalam menghubungkan semula Sarawak dan Kalimantan Barat selepas terhenti beberapa tahun akibat pandemik COVID-19.… Continue reading

Syarikat konsesi perlu fahami objektif penangguhan tol – Nanta

KUALA LUMPUR: Keputusan menangguhkan kenaikan kadar tol di beberapa lebuh raya perlu difahami syarikat konsesi sebagai usaha Kerajaan MADANI untuk meringankan beban rakyat, terutama golongan B40. Menteri Kerja Raya Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi berkata walaupun langkah itu memberi kesan kepada aliran tunai syarikat konsesi, objektif kerajaan perlu dihargai. “Dari segi model perniagaan memang mereka… Continue reading

People-centric initiatives boost MSME sector in Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR: Recent government measures aimed at easing financial burdens on Malaysians are expected to provide significant relief to micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s announcements include continued fuel subsidies for RON95 at RM1.99 per litre and a postponement of toll rate increases on 10 major highways. Entrepreneur Development… Continue reading

MyCIEDS system enhances transparency in Malaysia import-export docs

JOHOR BAHRU: The Malaysian Customs Import and Export Supporting Document System (MyCIEDS) is set to improve transparency and prevent data leaks in import-export documentation. The system also aims to uphold the integrity of customs officers and forwarding agents. Customs deputy director-general Norlela Ismail explained that once documents are uploaded, officers process them based solely on… Continue reading

Irish watchdog warns X over adult content controls

DUBLIN: Ireland’s media watchdog has issued a stern warning to Elon Musk’s social media platform X, demanding stricter controls to prevent children from accessing adult content. The regulator, Coimisiun na Mean, acting on behalf of the European Union, set a Friday deadline for compliance or risk facing penalties. The Online Safety Code, adopted in October… Continue reading

PAC summons KKDW and Felcra over AG’s Report 2/2025

KUALA LUMPUR: The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) will summon the Ministry of Rural and Regional Development (KKDW) and Felcra Berhad to clarify findings in the Auditor General’s Report 2/2025. The hearing follows a briefing by the Auditor General today, highlighting concerns over oil palm plantation procurement. PAC chairman Datuk Mas Ermieyati Samsudin confirmed that the… Continue reading

Tides may predict when massive Antarctic icebergs break off

PARIS: Ocean tides could help predict when enormous icebergs break away from Antarctic ice shelves, according to new research. The findings, published in Nature Communications, suggest that tidal forces, along with wind stress, play a key role in triggering these dramatic events. Glaciologist Oliver Marsh from the British Antarctic Survey had anticipated the 2023 calving… Continue reading

National Archives boosts academic research with historical contributions

IPOH: The National Archives of Malaysia (ANM) has reaffirmed its commitment to academic research and historical preservation, calling for more contributions from researchers and the public. ANM director-general Datuk Jaafar Sidek Abdul Rahman emphasized the agency’s role in safeguarding national heritage through archival collections and partnerships. “We aim to ensure historical materials remain accessible for… Continue reading

Sri Lanka court orders Singapore firm to pay US$1bn for marine disaster

COLOMBO: Sri Lanka’s highest court has ordered a Singapore-based shipping company to pay US$1 billion in damages for causing the country’s worst marine pollution disaster. The MV X-Press Pearl, owned by Express Feeders, sank off Colombo Port in June 2021 after a fire burned for nearly two weeks. The 361-page judgment stated, “The X-Press Pearl…… Continue reading