July 2025 – Page 46 – Thesundailymys

Kelantan mohon KKR naik taraf JRTB Gerik-Jeli untuk keselamatan

KELANTAN: Kerajaan Kelantan telah mengemukakan permohonan rasmi kepada Kementerian Kerja Raya (KKR) bagi menaik taraf infrastruktur Jalan Raya Timur Barat (JRTB) yang menghubungkan Gerik dengan Jeli. Langkah ini bertujuan meningkatkan keselamatan dan keselesaan pengguna jalan raya. Pengerusi Jawatankuasa Kerja Raya, Infrastruktur, Air dan Pembangunan Luar Bandar negeri, Datuk Dr Izani Husin, berkata permohonan melalui Jabatan… Continue reading

Malaysia strengthens whistleblower protection with new legal amendments

PUTRAJAYA: The Whistleblower Protection (Amendment) Bill 2025, passed unanimously in the Dewan Rakyat, represents a significant step in Malaysia’s efforts to promote integrity and combat corruption. The Legal Affairs Division (BHEUU) hailed the amendments as a crucial development under the National Anti-Corruption Strategy 2024–2028. According to BHEUU, the updated law aims to encourage more individuals… Continue reading

ICJ climate ruling to reshape global environmental laws

THE HAGUE: The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is set to issue a historic advisory opinion on climate change, defining nations’ legal duties to curb emissions and address environmental harm. The ruling, expected to influence global climate policies, stems from a push by Pacific island nations frustrated with slow progress in UN climate talks. Vanuatu’s… Continue reading

Kelantan explores rare earth mining and new energy for revenue growth

KOTA BHARU: The Kelantan government is actively exploring new revenue sources, including industrial mining of rare earth elements (REE), carbon exploration, and hydrogen energy development. Deputy Menteri Besar Datuk Dr Mohamed Fadzli Hassan stated these initiatives aim to diversify the state’s income and reduce reliance on traditional revenue streams. “We always identify new economic opportunities… Continue reading

JPA enhances rural well-being in Pulau Aman through community programmes

BATU KAWAN: The Public Service Department (JPA) has successfully improved the quality of life for residents in Kampung Pulau Aman through targeted community programmes. The efforts, including the Kampung Angkat MADANI (KAM) initiative and the Jalinan Kasih Bersama Penduduk Kampung Pulau Aman event, highlight the government’s dedication to rural welfare. JPA stated that the two-day… Continue reading

EU court reduces Credit Suisse antitrust fine to 28.9 million euros

LUXEMBOURG:** An EU court has significantly reduced an antitrust fine imposed on Credit Suisse, cutting it from 83.2 million euros to 28.9 million euros. The Luxembourg-based General Court ruled that the European Commission miscalculated the penalty while still upholding findings of anti-competitive practices. The court stated that the commission’s data used to determine the bank’s… Continue reading

Malaysia-Singapore chemical spill drill boosts cross-border safety

ISKANDAR PUTERI: Regional cooperation between Malaysia and Singapore reached new heights as both nations conducted a joint chemical spill response drill at the Malaysia-Singapore Second Link (Linkedua). The 14th emergency simulation, organised under the Malaysia-Singapore Joint Committee on the Environment (MSJCE), involved 15 agencies testing inter-agency coordination and mobilisation strategies. Department of Environment (DOE) director-general… Continue reading

Malaysia proposes 3 ASEAN creative industry initiatives for 2025

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has unveiled three major initiatives to enhance ASEAN’s creative industry under its 2025 chairmanship, focusing on co-productions, sustainability, and youth engagement. Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching announced the plans at the ASEAN Film and TV Summit 2025, held alongside the 8th Malaysia International Film Festival (MIFFest). The proposals include the ASEAN… Continue reading

Nga spells out Malaysia’s vision for Asean urban, housing transformation

KUALA LUMPUR: As Asean grapples with intensifying demand for housing and global economic volatility, Malaysia is stepping forward with a bold urban leadership agenda. Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming said the region is now at the crossroads of three critical challenges – the intensifying housing trilemma, persistent geoeconomic shocks and a looming… Continue reading

Factory worker loses RM210k to fake Facebook investment scheme

IPOH: A factory worker lost RM210,000 in life savings after falling victim to a fraudulent investment scheme promoted on Facebook. The victim, identified only as Chan, 47, encountered the advertisement on March 26, which promised high returns. Chan contacted a person named Linda via WhatsApp, who claimed to be an investment intermediary. “The investment seemed… Continue reading

Pakistani man charged with sodomy, sexual assault in Shah Alam

SHAH ALAM: A 24-year-old Pakistani national was charged in the Sessions Court today with multiple offences, including sodomy, sexual assault, and robbery involving two children and two teenage boys. Muhammad Hassan pleaded not guilty to all charges, which were read out in Urdu before Judge Norazlin Othman. The accused faces two counts of unnatural sex… Continue reading

Acer elevates dynamic lifestyles with portable AI laptop, display

ACER today launched a new suite of portable devices designed for modern lifestyles, including the ultra-light Acer Swift Edge 14 AI laptop that was unveiled at Computex 2025, alongside the versatile Acer PM161QT portable touch display and the AOpen QF23s smart portable projector. This dynamic trio, which was unveiled in conjunction with its Acer Day… Continue reading

Trump announces massive Japan trade deal with $550B investment

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump announced a “massive” trade deal with Japan on Tuesday, marking the fifth agreement secured under his administration’s push for “90 deals in 90 days.” The deal includes a $550 billion investment from Japan into the US, with Trump claiming it will create “hundreds of thousands of jobs.” The agreement comes… Continue reading

Zayn Rayyan’s mother explains search efforts in court testimony

PETALING JAYA: The mother of Zayn Rayyan Abdul Matin, the six-year-old autistic boy found dead last December, told the Sessions Court she did not search the garden near their apartment when he went missing. Ismanira Abdul Manaf, 30, said she instead focused on familiar locations within a 500-metre radius of their home. “I searched every… Continue reading

Fisheries amendment bill 2025 raises penalties for offences

KUALA LUMPUR: The Fisheries (Amendment) Bill 2025 was tabled for its first reading in Parliament today, proposing stricter penalties for fisheries-related offences. The bill seeks to amend the Fisheries Act 1985, raising fines from RM20,000 to RM100,000 for general violations. Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu confirmed that the second and third… Continue reading

Tom Hayes wins appeal to overturn Libor rigging conviction in UK

LONDON: Tom Hayes, the first trader jailed for interest rate rigging, has had his conviction overturned by Britain’s top court after a lengthy legal battle. The UK Supreme Court unanimously allowed Hayes’ appeal, quashing his 2015 conviction on eight counts of conspiracy to defraud by manipulating the now-defunct Libor benchmark. Hayes, a former Citigroup and… Continue reading

“I don’t want immunity”: Mahathir responds to Anwar on Batu Puteh

PETALING JAYA: Former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad (pic) said he is prepared to defend himself in court over Malaysia’s decision to withdraw its claim to Pulau Batu Puteh, stressing that age should not be a factor in the matter. His remarks came in response to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s statement in… Continue reading

Turkey moves closer to Eurofighter jet deal with UK and Germany

ISTANBUL: Turkey and Britain have signed a preliminary agreement allowing Ankara to operate Eurofighter Typhoon jets, while Germany has approved the delivery of 40 aircraft. The move strengthens Turkey’s defence capabilities amid regional instability. NATO member Turkey has been expanding its military resources through domestic projects and foreign acquisitions. Alongside the Eurofighter deal, Ankara is… Continue reading

RM100 SARA aid via MyKad ensures transparency, benefits all Malaysians

KUALA LUMPUR: The one-off RM100 cash assistance under the Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) programme will be disbursed directly through MyKad, ensuring transparency and targeted aid for all Malaysian adults. Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching emphasised that this approach guarantees the assistance reaches the intended recipients while preventing misuse on non-essential items. Teo stated, “I… Continue reading

Kelantan seeks federal funds to upgrade Gerik-Jeli highway safety

KOTA BHARU: The Kelantan government has formally requested federal funding to upgrade the Gerik–Jeli stretch of the East-West Highway (JRTB) to improve road safety and user comfort. State Public Works, Infrastructure, Water and Rural Development Committee chairman Datuk Dr Izani Husin confirmed the application was submitted through the state Public Works Department (JKR). The proposed… Continue reading

King urges public vigilance during Malaysia’s dry spell

KUALA LUMPUR: His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, has called for public vigilance during the ongoing dry spell, warning of heightened risks of fires and haze. The monarch emphasised the potential health impacts, especially for vulnerable groups like children, the elderly, and those with respiratory conditions. “The public is advised to take care of… Continue reading

Melaka sets RM1,279 PGK threshold for JKM aid applications

MELAKA: A Poverty Line Income (PGK) threshold of RM1,279 has been set as a key criterion for individuals applying for Social Welfare Department (JKM) assistance in Melaka. State Women, Family and Community Development Committee chairman Datuk Kalsom Nordin confirmed the figure during the State Legislative Assembly session. The rate, determined by the Economic Planning Unit… Continue reading

KPT lancar kod amalan akreditasi program selaras keperluan industri

KUALA LUMPUR: Kementerian Pendidikan Tinggi (KPT) memperkenalkan Kod Amalan Akreditasi Program (COPPA) sebagai garis panduan bagi memastikan program pengajian tinggi memenuhi piawaian industri dan kebolehpasaran graduan. Timbalan Menteri Pendidikan Tinggi Datuk Mustapha Sakmud menjelaskan, COPPA mewajibkan institusi pengajian tinggi (IPT) menjalankan analisis pasaran sebelum meluluskan penawaran program. “Bagi kursus bawah seliaan badan profesional, ia perlu… Continue reading

Ahli perniagaan wanita mengaku tidak bersalah beri pernyataan palsu

KUANTAN: Seorang ahli perniagaan wanita mengaku tidak bersalah di Mahkamah Sesyen di sini hari ini atas pertuduhan membuat pernyataan palsu kepada Pendaftar Syarikat mengenai peletakan jawatan tiga pengarah syarikatnya dua tahun lepas. Datuk Azjuriyahti Azlan, 46, selaku Orang Kena Saman (OKS) membuat pengakuan itu selepas pertuduhan dibacakan terhadapnya. Wanita itu bersama suaminya Datuk Sri Mohd… Continue reading

Pengumuman PM Anwar bukti Kerajaan MADANI utamakan rakyat

KUALA LUMPUR: Pengumuman terbaharu Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim mengenai bantuan kepada rakyat Malaysia membuktikan komitmen Kerajaan MADANI dalam memprioritaskan kebajikan rakyat. Kelab Penyokong Kerajaan MADANI (BBC) menyifatkan langkah ini sebagai bukti kepekaan kerajaan terhadap cabaran semasa. Pengerusi BBC Datuk Mohd Shahar Abdullah berkata, inisiatif ini selaras dengan kerangka Ekonomi MADANI yang bertujuan meningkatkan… Continue reading

Kapasiti tenaga Bintulu ditambah sokong pertumbuhan industri hijau

BINTULU: Sarawak akan membina dua loji tenaga gas masing-masing berkapasiti 500 megawatt, sekali gus menjadikan kapasiti keseluruhan tenaga di Bintulu mencecah satu megawatt menjelang 2035. Premier Sarawak Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg berkata inisiatif itu bukan sahaja bagi menampung keperluan penduduk tetapi juga memenuhi permintaan pelabur khususnya dalam sektor industri dan teknologi hijau yang… Continue reading

Ahmad Ibrahim angkat sumpah ahli Dewan Negara penggal kedua

KUALA LUMPUR: Ahli Majlis Tertinggi Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) Datuk Ahmad Ibrahim hari ini mengangkat sumpah jawatan sebagai Ahli Dewan Negara di hadapan Yang Dipertua Dewan Negara Datuk Awang Bemee Awang Ali Basah. Pelantikan bagi penggal kedua ini berkuat kuasa selama tiga tahun sehingga 22 Julai 2028. Ahmad sebelum ini berkhidmat sebagai Senator dari… Continue reading

Malaysia advances ASEAN semiconductor supply chain at ASEMIS 2025

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia is taking decisive steps to reinforce ASEAN’s semiconductor supply chain framework through the ASEAN Semiconductor Summit (ASEMIS) 2025, aiming to solidify the region’s position as a global tech hub. Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz highlighted ASEAN’s strategic neutrality and capacity to become the world’s leading semiconductor… Continue reading

GOF busts RM190m e-waste syndicate in Johor raid

SEGAMAT: The General Operations Force (GOF) has dismantled a large-scale electronic waste (e-waste) processing syndicate following a raid in Buloh Kasap, Johor, with seizures valued at RM190 million. The operation, conducted jointly with multiple agencies, marks a significant crackdown on illegal e-waste activities in the region. The 5th Battalion of GOF, led by commanding officer… Continue reading

AGC bantah permohonan syarikat cabar tindakan SPRM sita Menara Ilham

KUALA LUMPUR: Jabatan Peguam Negara (AGC) membantah permohonan kebenaran semakan kehakiman difailkan oleh Ilham Tower Sdn Bhd terhadap Suruhanjaya Pencegahan Rasuah Malaysia (SPRM) berhubung penyitaan Menara Ilham. Peguam Kanan Persekutuan Nurhafizza Azizan memaklumkan perkara itu semasa prosiding di hadapan Hakim Mahkamah Tinggi Datuk Amarjeet Singh hari ini. Turut hadir ialah peguam Datuk Dr Gurdial Singh… Continue reading

ASEAN must lead real estate reform amid global challenges says Nga

KUALA LUMPUR: ASEAN must spearhead reforms in the real estate sector to navigate global economic volatility, rapid urbanisation, and structural changes, said Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming. Speaking at the ASEAN Real Estate Conference (AREC) 2025, he described the region as facing a “perfect storm” of challenges, including supply chain disruptions and… Continue reading

Kerajaan Perak kaji tindakan undang-undang isu anjing liar

IPOH: Kerajaan Perak sedang meneliti tindakan undang-undang ke atas mana-mana pihak yang disyaki menyebarkan maklumat salah berhubung isu anjing liar. Langkah ini diambil susulan reaksi orang ramai terhadap penguatkuasaan pihak berkuasa tempatan (PBT) dalam menangani masalah haiwan jalanan. Pengerusi Jawatankuasa Perumahan dan Kerajaan Tempatan negeri, Sandrea Ng Shy Ching, berkata kerajaan negeri tidak akan teragak-agak… Continue reading

Azalina tables motion to extend debate on Auditor-General’s report

KUALA LUMPUR: Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said tabled a motion in the Dewan Rakyat today to extend the debate on the Auditor-General’s Report (LKAN) as part of institutional reforms. She stated that the move aims to strengthen checks and balances, improve public sector governance, and… Continue reading

Kelantan govt tackles padi field water supply with two key projects

KOTA BHARU: The Kelantan government is rolling out two major initiatives to resolve water supply challenges for padi fields under the Kemubu Agricultural Development Authority (KADA). These projects aim to enhance irrigation efficiency, with the Kelantan River serving as the primary water source. State Agriculture, Agro-Based Industry, Biotechnology, and Green Technology Exco Datuk Tuan Mohd… Continue reading

China gesa batalkan tindakan paksaan sepihak halang pembangunan

NEW YORK: Wakil Tetap China ke Pertubuhan Bangsa-Bangsa Bersatu (PBB), Fu Cong, menegaskan bahawa amalan perlindungan dan tindakan sepihak seperti pengenaan tarif tambahan semakin mengancam pencapaian Matlamat Pembangunan Mampan (SDG). Beliau menggesa pembatalan semua bentuk tindakan paksaan sepihak yang menghalang negara membangun mencapai kemajuan sosioekonomi. Fu menyampaikan kenyataan itu mewakili 83 negara anggota Kumpulan Rakan… Continue reading

PM’s reforms ease cost of living, uphold justice for Malaysians

PUTRAJAYA: The recent announcement by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on appreciation measures for Malaysians is a direct effort to alleviate the cost-of-living burden, reinforcing the unity government’s commitment to public welfare, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. Fadillah, who also serves as the Minister of Energy Transition and Water Transformation, stated… Continue reading

6 warga Malaysia ditahan di Kemboja disyaki seludup ganja

PHNOM PENH: Enam rakyat Malaysia kini berada dalam tahanan pihak berkuasa Kemboja selepas disyaki terlibat dalam cubaan menyeludup ganja ke United Kingdom. Kejadian itu dilaporkan berlaku di Lapangan Terbang Antarabangsa Phnom Penh pada 16 Julai lepas. Menurut laporan akhbar The Phnom Penh Post, suspek ditahan oleh Jabatan Anti-Dadah Kemboja dengan kerjasama pihak kastam dan pengurusan… Continue reading

66 stesen catat bacaan IPU sederhana setakat 9 pagi

ISKANDAR PUTERI: Sebanyak 66 daripada 68 stesen pengawasan kualiti udara di seluruh negara mencatatkan status kualiti udara pada tahap sederhana setakat 9 pagi tadi, menurut Ketua Pengarah Alam Sekitar Datuk Wan Abdul Latiff Wan Jaffar. Beliau berkata dua lagi stesen mencatatkan bacaan kualiti udara pada tahap baik. “Beberapa titik panas turut dikesan di Sabah, Sarawak… Continue reading

New electrical safety rules for all buses in Malaysia from 2026

KLANG: All 65,520 registered buses nationwide must adhere to updated safety guidelines for internal electrical wiring starting January 2026, announced Road Transport Department (JPJ) director-general Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli. The new regulations follow the tragic death of a teenager who was electrocuted while charging a phone on an express bus at Penang Sentral in November… Continue reading

New Zealand to ban greyhound racing by 2026 for animal welfare

WELLINGTON: New Zealand has announced plans to end greyhound racing by July 2026, marking a significant shift toward animal welfare. The decision follows an interim report outlining strategies to rehome approximately 1,500 greyhounds still active in the sport. Racing Minister Winston Peters confirmed the formation of a Ministerial Advisory Committee to oversee the industry’s transition.… Continue reading

Malaysia mourns Bangladesh school jet crash victims

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has extended Malaysia’s condolences following a devastating fighter jet crash into a school in Dhaka, Bangladesh, which claimed at least 31 lives, mostly children. “My heart breaks for the people of Bangladesh after learning of the fighter jet crash into a school in Dhaka. Many lives were… Continue reading

Sarawak Bomba reports 5 hotspots, boosts AI for haze fight

KUCHING: The Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) has identified five hotspots across the state, which are likely contributing to hazy conditions exacerbated by persistent hot and dry weather. According to Sarawak Bomba director Jamri Masran, fire stations in the affected divisions are currently on high alert and conducting close monitoring. Jamri, speaking to reporters… Continue reading

Bintulu power capacity to reach 1GW by 2035 for industrial growth

BINTULU: Sarawak is set to develop two gas-fired power plants, each with a capacity of 500 megawatts, raising Bintulu’s total power generation to one gigawatt by 2035. Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg stated that this initiative aims to meet both local energy demands and investor needs, particularly in Bintulu’s expanding industrial and… Continue reading

Proton e.MAS 7 Continues Reign as Malaysia’s Top-Selling EV

PROTON New Energy Technology Sdn Bhd (PRO-NET), a subsidiary of Proton, has reaffirmed its dominance in Malaysia’s electric vehicle sector with the continued success of the Proton e.MAS 7. The all-electric SUV maintained its position as the best-selling EV in the country for the sixth month running, having recorded 4,003 cumulative deliveries in the first… Continue reading

PM Anwar’s welfare initiatives boost public support for Madani govt

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s latest welfare measures underscore the Madani government’s commitment to easing living costs and supporting economic recovery, said Deputy Minister of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Datuk Seri R. Ramanan. The initiatives include a one-off RM100 cash aid for Malaysians aged 18 and above under the Sumbangan Asas Rahmah… Continue reading

PM Anwar’s people-first policies boost Malaysian welfare

KUALA LUMPUR: The recent announcements by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim highlight the MADANI Government’s dedication to prioritising public welfare, says the MADANI Government Backbenchers Club (BBC). BBC chairman Datuk Mohd Shahar Abdullah stated that these measures reflect the administration’s responsiveness to current economic challenges. “This effort is in line with the MADANI Economic… Continue reading

MoHE introduces COPPA to align higher education with job market needs

KUALA LUMPUR: The Ministry of Higher Education (MoHE) has introduced the Code of Practice for Programme Accreditation (COPPA) to serve as a benchmark for designing academic programmes that align with current job market requirements. Deputy Higher Education Minister Datuk Mustapha Sakmud stated that COPPA mandates higher education institutions to conduct market demand and graduate employability… Continue reading

BMW M Commits to Performance Amid Tougher Euro 7 Emissions Standards

BMW M has confirmed its commitment to maintaining high-performance powertrains in the face of the upcoming Euro 7 emissions regulations, which will come into effect with significantly more stringent testing conditions. The new rules, although keeping current emissions limits from the Euro 6e standard, introduce a more rigorous set of testing protocols designed to better… Continue reading

Male makeup artist fined RM4,900 for offering sexual services

PETALING JAYA: A male makeup artist was fined RM4,900 by the Terengganu Syariah High Court today for offering massage and sexual services to male clients nine months ago. Syariah judge Kamalruazmi Ismail handed down the sentence after the accused, Muhammad Haikal Izzuan Adun, 20, from Ketereh, Kelantan, pleaded guilty when the charges were read out,… Continue reading

No rise in power bills for most homes, says PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has confirmed that there is no increase in electricity bills for the majority of domestic users in Peninsular Malaysia following the electricity tariff restructuring that came into effect this month. In fact, he said that 85 per cent of domestic users will be enjoying reductions in their… Continue reading