July 2025 – Page 99 – Thesundailymys

Emergency vaccines cut deaths by 60% in disease outbreaks: study

GENEVA: Emergency vaccinations during outbreaks of diseases like cholera, Ebola, and measles have slashed deaths by nearly 60% over the past 25 years, according to a new study. The research also estimates that a similar number of infections were prevented, while generating billions in economic benefits. The study, backed by the Gavi vaccine alliance and… Continue reading

Man found dead in Tapah ravine, BMW catches fire at Sepang circuit

TAPAH: A man believed to be in his 30s was found dead in a ravine at Kampung Batu 23, Jalan Pahang near Tapah. The Perak Fire and Rescue Department confirmed the discovery after receiving an emergency call at 1.48 pm. Sabarodzi Nor Ahmad, assistant director of the department’s operations division, stated that the victim was… Continue reading

Cameroon presidential election set for October 12 amid political shifts

YAOUNDÉ: Cameroon will hold its presidential election on October 12, as announced by a decree from President Paul Biya. The 92-year-old leader, who has ruled for nearly 43 years, has not confirmed if he will seek an eighth term. Biya, the head of the Cameroon People’s Democratic Movement (CPDM), faces growing uncertainty as key allies… Continue reading

Myanmar troops and civilians flee to Thailand amid renewed conflict

BANGKOK: More than 500 civilians and soldiers from Myanmar fled into Thailand on Saturday following an attack by ethnic armed groups on a military base. The Thai army confirmed the influx, stating that the displaced individuals were disarmed and given humanitarian assistance. The clash occurred in Kayin state when the Karen National Liberation Army (KNLA)… Continue reading

Macron declares July 12 as Dreyfus commemoration day in France

PARIS: French President Emmanuel Macron has officially declared July 12 as an annual day of national commemoration for Alfred Dreyfus, the French army captain wrongfully convicted of treason in 1894 in a case marred by antisemitism. “From now on, there will be a commemoration ceremony every July 12 for Dreyfus, for the victory of justice… Continue reading

Moscow blames sanctions for Russia-UN food deal collapse

MOSCOW: Russia said Saturday that its agreement with the United Nations to facilitate exports of Russian food and fertilisers had collapsed due to Western sanctions over Moscow’s offensive in Ukraine. A day earlier, the UN said the three-year agreement, signed in 2022 in a bid to rein in global food prices, would end on July… Continue reading

Govt boosts veterans’ economy with PUVET programme in Malaysia

ALOR GAJAH: The government is committed to enhancing the economic well-being of Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) veterans through the Veteran Economic Empowerment Programme (PUVET). Deputy Defence Minister Adly Zahari said the programme provides support, including equipment, training, and business capital, to improve competitiveness, with a digital business training programme, soon to be launched in Kelantan… Continue reading

PM Anwar meets BN MPs to discuss policies and current issues

JELI: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s meeting with Barisan Nasional (BN) MPs last night was to discuss government policies and clarify current issues, said BN secretary-general Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir. He said such meetings are held regularly as BN is a component of the Unity Government. “As part of the Unity Government,… Continue reading

Terengganu launches MADANI Tuition to boost student excellence

KUALA TERENGGANU: Terengganu Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim for choosing Terengganu as the first state to implement the MADANI Tuition initiative, with an allocation of RM5.27 million. He said that his side hopes the assistance can further enhance the excellence of students in this… Continue reading

Sarawak assembly seats increase to 99 for better governance

KUCHING: Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof described the increase in the number of Sarawak State Legislative Assembly seats to 99 as the right move, based on the real needs of the state, which has an area almost equal to Peninsular Malaysia. Fadillah, who is also the Member of Parliament for Petra Jaya, said… Continue reading

Over 70,000 visitors attend MADANI Rakyat Programme in Terengganu

KUALA TERENGGANU: The MADANI Rakyat Programme (PMR) 2025 in Terengganu, held at Pasar Kedai Payang here since Thursday, recorded an overwhelming turnout of over 70,000 visitors, far surpassing the initial target of 25,000. The Ministry of Works (KKR) in a statement today said the programme successfully achieved its objective of bringing government services and initiatives… Continue reading

Fadillah to brief GPS and GRS MPs on national issues

KUCHING: Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof will brief Members of Parliament from Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) and Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) on current national issues, following a recent closed-door meeting between Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Barisan Nasional (BN) MPs. Fadillah said the briefings are important to ensure all MPs in… Continue reading

Waktu bekerja 42 jam kekal untuk kualiti perkhidmatan kesihatan terbaik

KUALA LUMPUR: Keputusan kerajaan mengekalkan waktu bekerja 42 jam seminggu bagi petugas kesihatan yang bekerja syif akan memastikan kualiti perkhidmatan awam kekal pada tahap terbaik. Presiden CUEPACS, Datuk Dr Adnan Mat, menyifatkan langkah ini sebagai keputusan yang penuh hikmah dan selari dengan semangat Malaysia MADANI. “Langkah ini jelas menunjukkan bahawa kerajaan mendengar dan memahami suara… Continue reading

Pemimpin UMNO digesa jelaskan kerjasama kerajaan perpaduan

KUALA TERENGGANU: Para pemimpin dan ketua cawangan UMNO digesa untuk terus memainkan peranan dalam memberikan penerangan kepada ahli akar umbi mengenai kepentingan penyertaan parti dalam Kerajaan Perpaduan. Naib Presiden UMNO Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin menegaskan bahawa walaupun kerjasama itu semakin difahami, masih terdapat segelintir ahli yang keliru dan bersikap menjauhkan diri. “Dalam landskap politik… Continue reading

Fadillah akan beri penjelasan isu kritikal kepada ahli Parlimen GPS, GRS

KUCHING: Timbalan Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof akan memberikan penjelasan terperinci mengenai isu semasa dan kritikal negara kepada semua Ahli Parlimen Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) dan Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS). Langkah ini diambil susulan pertemuan tertutup Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim dengan wakil rakyat Barisan Nasional (BN) baru-baru ini. Fadillah, yang juga Ketua… Continue reading

Dzulkefly sedia jelaskan semua isu KKM, terbuka kepada pandangan

PUTRAJAYA: Menteri Kesihatan Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad menyatakan kesediaannya untuk menerima pandangan dan memberi penjelasan mengenai sebarang isu berkaitan Kementerian Kesihatan (KKM). Beliau menegaskan bahawa jawatan yang dipegangnya adalah amanah rakyat dan bukannya keistimewaan peribadi. Dzulkefly berkata, beliau menganggap kritikan sebagai cabaran dan bukan serangan peribadi. “Antara ‘shape up or ship out’, saya memilih… Continue reading

99 kerusi DUN Sarawak langkah tepat ikut keperluan geografi – Fadillah

KUCHING: Timbalan Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof menyokong penambahan kerusi Dewan Undangan Negeri (DUN) Sarawak kepada 99, menganggapnya sebagai langkah praktikal berasaskan keperluan geografi dan pentadbiran negeri. Beliau menegaskan keputusan itu bukan hanya bergantung pada jumlah penduduk tetapi juga keluasan kawasan serta representasi pelbagai etnik. “Ada yang berpendapat kriteria sepatutnya berdasarkan populasi, tetapi Sarawak… Continue reading

Lelaki ditemukan meninggal dalam gaung di Tapah

TAPAH: Seorang lelaki ditemukan meninggal dunia di dalam gaung di Kampung Batu 23, Jalan Pahang berhampiran Tapah. Kejadian itu dilaporkan kepada pihak bomba pada pukul 1.48 tengah hari. Menurut Penolong Pengarah Bahagian Operasi Jabatan Bomba dan Penyelamat Malaysia (JBPM) Perak, Sabarodzi Nor Ahmad, mangsa yang berusia sekitar 30-an ditemukan dalam keadaan terbaring oleh orang awam.… Continue reading

Kerajaan perkasakan ekonomi veteran ATM melalui program PUVET

ALOR GAJAH: Kerajaan komited untuk memperkasa ekonomi veteran Angkatan Tentera Malaysia (ATM) menerusi Program Pemerkasaan Usahawan Veteran (PUVET) dengan menyediakan pelbagai bentuk bantuan termasuk peralatan, latihan dan modal perniagaan. Timbalan Menteri Pertahanan Adly Zahari berkata inisiatif terbaharu di bawah PUVET ialah latihan perniagaan digital untuk usahawan veteran yang akan dilaksanakan di Kelantan tidak lama lagi.… Continue reading

Mahkamah sekat sementara tindakan keras Trump terhadap pendatang di California

LOS ANGELES: Seorang hakim persekutuan di California telah mengeluarkan arahan sementara untuk menyekat dasar kerajaan Amerika Syarikat di bawah pentadbiran Donald Trump yang bertujuan menguatkuasakan tindakan tegas terhadap pendatang tanpa izin di selatan negeri itu. Keputusan itu dikeluarkan oleh Hakim Daerah AS, Maame Ewusi-Mensah Frimpong, pada Jumaat lalu. Menurut arahan tersebut, Jabatan Keselamatan Dalam Negeri… Continue reading

Sivakumar dilantik ahli FOM KPM, fokus tingkat akses pendidikan berkualiti

KUALA LUMPUR: Ahli Parlimen Batu Gajah V. Sivakumar menganggap pelantikannya sebagai Ahli Friends of Ministry (FOM) di bawah Kementerian Pendidikan (KPM) sebagai satu tanggungjawab besar dalam memperkukuh sistem pendidikan negara. Beliau menekankan pentingnya akses pendidikan berkualiti untuk semua lapisan masyarakat. Dalam kenyataan rasmi KPM, Sivakumar mengucapkan terima kasih kepada Menteri Pendidikan Fadhlina Sidek atas kepercayaan… Continue reading

Malaysia sees 58.6% drop in dengue cases as of July 5

KUALA LUMPUR: Dengue cases in the country dropped to 32,299 between Jan 1 and July 5 this year, compared to 78,068 cases during the same period last year, a decrease of 58.6 per cent. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said during the same period this year, 21 deaths were recorded, compared to 65… Continue reading

Health Minister Dzulkefly Ahmad open to feedback on ministry issues

PUTRAJAYA: Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said today that he was open to views and ready to explain any issues related to his ministry. He added that he accepted criticism as a challenge not an attack and his ministerial post was not a privilege but a heavy duty entrusted by the people. “Between… Continue reading

MoE hands liquor auction probe to authorities, says Fadhlina

KUALA TERENGGANU: The Ministry of Education (MOE) is leaving it to the authorities to investigate the recent incident involving a liquor auction within a school compound that went viral recently. Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek said the ministry will not compromise on any form of misconduct or violation of regulations involving educational institutions. “We have handed… Continue reading

Chery denies improper green vehicle subsidy claims in China

SHANGHAI: Chinese automaker Chery has denied allegations that it improperly claimed government subsidies for environmentally friendly vehicles. The denial follows an audit by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology that disqualified declarations by Chery and BYD for a combined $53 million in subsidies covering thousands of vehicles sold between 2015 and 2020. Chery stated… Continue reading

PKK disarmament marks new era for Turkey, says Erdogan

ISTANBUL: Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan has described the disarmament of Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) militants as a turning point for Turkey, calling for nationwide support to solidify the peace process. The symbolic burning of weapons by PKK fighters in northern Iraq signals a potential end to decades of conflict. Erdogan addressed his AK Party members… Continue reading

Trump’s stance on Russia sanctions sparks cautious optimism for Ukraine

WASHINGTON: A bipartisan US bill aiming to impose sanctions on Russia to encourage peace negotiations with Ukraine has gained momentum in Congress. However, it still lacks the crucial endorsement from President Donald Trump, leaving Ukraine’s allies cautiously hopeful. Trump, who previously vowed to end Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, has yet to fully back the legislation.… Continue reading

India relaxes sulphur emission rules for coal plants, easing decade-old mandate

NEW DELHI: India has rolled back a decade-old regulation requiring coal-fired power plants to install costly clean-air equipment, exempting most units from strict sulphur emission standards. A government order issued late Friday revealed the policy shift, which spares 79% of coal plants outside heavily populated or polluted areas from compliance. The 2015 mandate had required… Continue reading

Lavrov meets Kim Jong Un in North Korea amid Russia ties

MOSCOW: Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov met North Korean leader Kim Jong Un during his visit to North Korea, the Russian Foreign Ministry confirmed. The meeting took place in the port city of Wonsan, with an official photo shared on Telegram showing the two leaders together. The talks come as Russia and North Korea continue… Continue reading

MOH addresses doctor brain drain with new permanent positions

KULAI: The Ministry of Health (MOH) is currently in discussions with the Public Service Department (PSD) regarding the filling of new permanent positions for medical officers. Deputy Health Minister Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni said the initiative aims to alleviate the burden faced by medical officers and fill vacancies at public healthcare facilities nationwide. “The authority… Continue reading

KKM komited kekal tenaga perubatan dalam negara, percepat lantikan tetap

KUALA LUMPUR: Kementerian Kesihatan (KKM) menegaskan komitmennya untuk memastikan doktor dan petugas kesihatan terus berkhidmat di Malaysia walaupun tidak mempunyai kuasa undang-undang untuk menghalang mereka menerima tawaran kerja di luar negara. Menteri Kesihatan, Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad, berkata kementerian sedang melaksanakan pelbagai langkah untuk mengekalkan tenaga kesihatan dalam sistem awam, termasuk mempercepatkan proses lantikan… Continue reading

KKM bincang pengisian jawatan tetap pegawai perubatan dengan JPA

KULAI: Kementerian Kesihatan (KKM) sedang berunding dengan Jabatan Perkhidmatan Awam (JPA) mengenai pengisian jawatan tetap baharu untuk pegawai perubatan. Langkah ini bertujuan mengurangkan beban kerja dan mengisi kekosongan di fasiliti kesihatan awam di seluruh negara. Timbalan Menteri Kesihatan Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni berkata KKM telah memohon penambahan jawatan tetap pegawai perubatan, namun kuasa keputusan terletak… Continue reading

Sistem pemetaan hutan 3D Sarawak perkasa perdagangan karbon

KUCHING: Sistem pemetaan hutan tiga dimensi (3D) berteknologi tinggi yang dibangunkan Jabatan Hutan Sarawak (JHS) mampu memperkukuh kapasiti negeri dalam perdagangan karbon. Premier Sarawak Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg menyatakan sistem ini membantu mengenal pasti kawasan hutan dengan potensi tinggi dalam penyerapan karbon. Beliau berkata, data yang diperoleh melalui sistem pemetaan ini penting untuk… Continue reading

KPT pantau lima pelajar Malaysia di Iran – Zambry

JELI: Kementerian Pendidikan Tinggi (KPT) akan terus memantau lima pelajar Malaysia yang masih berada di Iran untuk meneruskan pengajian, kata Menterinya Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir. Beliau berkata kerajaan telah memberi ruang dan bersedia membantu mereka sekiranya ingin pulang ke Malaysia. “Kita akan terus memantau walau di mana mereka berada demi keselamatan,“ katanya selepas… Continue reading

Imigresen tumpas dua sindiket urus PLKS haram di Lembah Klang

KUALA LUMPUR: Jabatan Imigresen Malaysia berjaya menumpaskan dua sindiket yang disyaki terlibat dalam pemalsuan dokumen dan urusan haram Pas Lawatan Kerja Sementara (PLKS) melalui dua operasi berasingan di ibu negara baru-baru ini. Ketua Pengarah Imigresen Datuk Zakaria Shaaban memaklumkan operasi pertama dijalankan di sebuah premis pejabat di Jalan Pudu, membawa kepada penahanan tiga lelaki warga… Continue reading

My Chemical Romance ticket buyers express frustration over crashed website and sold out tickets

PEOPLE who are trying to purchase tickets for My Chemical Romance’s (MCR) concert are met with errors and sold out seats as ticketing websites and app suffered a major crash. Many people on Reddit expressed their frustration and dissapointment with the situation. Organisers of the MCR South East Asia 2026 concert in Kuala Lumpur, GoLive… Continue reading

Projek Kampung Angkat MADANI Mukim Kaiduan bantu 1,000 penduduk

PAPAR: Sebanyak 16 projek pembangunan fizikal di bawah program Kampung Angkat MADANI (KAM) di Mukim Kaiduan telah siap sepenuhnya, memberi manfaat kepada lebih 1,000 penduduk setempat. Menteri Perdagangan Dalam Negeri dan Kos Sara Hidup Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali berkata inisiatif ini dilaksanakan dengan peruntukan RM2.5 juta sejak Mei tahun lepas. Penduduk di tiga kampung iaitu… Continue reading

Teacher killed in Myvi-lorry crash in Maran, Pahang

PETALING JAYA: A teacher was killed after the Perodua Myvi she was driving collided with a lorry on Jalan Besar Jengka 20 in Maran, Pahang, earlier today. Maran district police chief, Superintendent Wong Kim Wai, said the incident occurred at around 9.30am when the 28-year-old victim, Nurfarah Izyan Ismail, was on her way home to… Continue reading

Lawatan PM Anwar ke Brazil untuk Sidang BRICS bukan sekadar bersiar-siar

KUALA TERENGGANU: Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim menegaskan bahawa lawatannya ke Brazil baru-baru ini bagi menghadiri Sidang Kemuncak BRICS bukanlah sekadar untuk “bersiar-siar” seperti yang didakwa sesetengah pihak. Sebaliknya, lawatan itu merupakan langkah strategik bagi mengukuhkan kerjasama ekonomi global demi kepentingan Malaysia. Beliau berkata setiap lawatan rasmi yang dilakukan adalah bertujuan untuk membawa pulangan… Continue reading

Umno leaders must explain unity govt role to members says Khaled

KUALA TERENGGANU: Umno delegates and branch leaders must continue engaging with grassroots members to explain the party’s participation in the Unity Government formed after the 15th General Election (GE15), said Umno vice-president Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin. He said that while the collaboration is gradually gaining acceptance, some members at the grassroots level remain confused… Continue reading

Mesyuarat ACAFTA pacu FTA ASEAN-Kanada ke arah perjanjian perdagangan moden

KUALA LUMPUR: Jawatankuasa Rundingan Perdagangan (TNC) bagi Perjanjian Perdagangan Bebas ASEAN-Kanada (ACAFTA) ke-14 dan mesyuarat berkaitan menandakan kemajuan penting ke arah perjanjian perdagangan bebas yang lebih moden, berkualiti tinggi, dan saling menguntungkan. Mesyuarat ini dihadiri hampir 250 delegasi dari seluruh negara anggota ASEAN dan Kanada. Ia dipengerusikan bersama oleh Pengarah Rundingan Pertubuhan Perdagangan Dunia Dina… Continue reading

Immigration raids expose passport forgery syndicates in Klang Valley

KUALA LUMPUR: The Immigration Department busted two document forging syndicates in two separate raids here on Thursday. Its director-general, Datuk Zakaria Shaaban said three Bangladeshi men, 40 to 50, were arrested and seized 130 Bangladesh passports, three Indonesian passports and three mobile phones in the first raid that was conducted at 12.05 pm against an… Continue reading

Anwar defends Brazil visit as crucial for Malaysia’s economic growth

KUALA TERENGGANU: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has denied claims that his recent visit to Brazil to attend the BRICS Summit was merely for ‘leisure’, stressing that it was an important effort to foster global economic cooperation. He said every official visit he undertook was aimed at generating economic returns for the country, and… Continue reading

42-hour work week maintains health service quality says CUEPACS

KUALA LUMPUR: The government’s decision to retain the 42-hour work week for shift-based healthcare workers will help ensure the continued delivery of high-quality public health services. Congress of Unions of Employees in the Public and Civil Services (CUEPACS) president, Datuk Dr Adnan Mat, described the decision as wise and in line with the Malaysia MADANI… Continue reading

MOHE monitors Malaysian students in Iran, Zambry confirms safety

JELI: The Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) will continue to monitor the five Malaysian students in Iran who have chosen to remain there to pursue their studies, said Minister Datuk Seri Zambry Abdul Kadir. “The government has offered support and expressed its willingness to help them return if they choose to. We will continue to… Continue reading

Operasi mencari mangsa feri karam di Indonesia dilanjut hingga 14 Julai

BANYUWANGI: Agensi Mencari dan Menyelamat Nasional Indonesia (Basarnas) melanjutkan operasi pencarian mangsa feri Tunu Pratama Jaya yang karam pada 2 Julai lalu. Operasi kali kedua ini akan berlangsung sehingga Isnin, 14 Julai, atas alasan kemanusiaan. Timbalan Ketua Operasi dan Kesiapsiagaan Basarnas, Ribut Eko Suyanto, menyatakan bahawa pihaknya akan menilai semula situasi selepas tarikh tersebut untuk… Continue reading

Pertemuan PM Anwar dengan ahli Parlimen BN bincang dasar dan isu semasa

JELI: Pertemuan antara Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim dengan ahli Parlimen Barisan Nasional (BN) malam tadi membincangkan dasar kerajaan serta isu semasa yang sedang hangat diperkatakan. Setiausaha Agung BN, Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir, menjelaskan bahawa pertemuan sebegini sering diadakan memandangkan BN merupakan sebahagian daripada Kerajaan Perpaduan. “Oleh kerana BN menjadi sebahagian Kerajaan… Continue reading

Guru maut dalam kemalangan kereta bertembung lori di Maran

KUANTAN: Seorang guru perempuan maut dalam kemalangan jalan raya yang melibatkan kereta Perodua Myvi dan sebuah lori di Jalan Besar Jengka 20, Maran. Kejadian berlaku kira-kira pukul 9.30 pagi hari ini. Mangsa, Nurfarah Izyan Ismail, 28, yang berkhidmat di Sekolah Menengah Agama Al-Basriah, Jerantut, dilaporkan meninggal dunia di tempat kejadian. Menurut Ketua Polis Daerah Maran… Continue reading

Tarif AS jadi fokus utama dalam mesyuarat AMM ke-58 di Kuala Lumpur

KUALA LUMPUR: Ketegangan perdagangan global terus menjadi perhatian utama dalam Mesyuarat Menteri-Menteri Luar ASEAN (AMM) ke-58 yang berlangsung di Kuala Lumpur. Kenaikan tarif oleh Amerika Syarikat (AS) ke atas beberapa negara anggota ASEAN menjadi perbincangan hangat dalam kalangan pemimpin serantau. Mesyuarat yang berlangsung selama empat hari itu dihadiri oleh menteri luar, wakil dialog, dan rakan… Continue reading

Iran executes man publicly for child rape and murder in Bukan

BUKAN: Iranian authorities publicly executed a man convicted of raping and murdering a young girl, as confirmed by the judiciary. The execution took place on Saturday following a request from the victim’s family and local citizens. The case, originating in the northwestern city of Bukan, drew significant public attention due to its emotional impact. The… Continue reading