August 2025 – Page 107 – Thesundailymys

Over 38,000 MSMEs digitalised with RM89.6m Madani grant in 2024

JOHOR BAHRU: A total of 38,804 micro, small and medium enterprises across Malaysia have undergone digital transformation through the Madani MSME Digital Grant programme this year. The initiative has approved funding worth RM89.6 million to support businesses in adopting digital solutions. Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching revealed that 2,838 of these beneficiaries were clinics… Continue reading

Proses bedah siasat jenazah Zara Qairina di HQE Kota Kinabalu

KOTA KINABALU: Lebih 50 orang awam termasuk petugas media berkumpul di pekarangan Hospital Queen Elizabeth (HQE) I seawal 8 pagi ini. Mereka hadir bagi mengikuti perkembangan proses bedah siasat jenazah Zara Qairina Mahathir. Bedah siasat ke atas jenazah remaja berusia 13 tahun itu dijangka dijalankan pagi ini. Jenazah dibawa ke hospital berkenaan pada 10.30 malam… Continue reading

Young Malaysian athletes face burnout and mental health struggles

THE sweet scent of coffee at Bike And Bean café near the Youth and Sports Ministry masks the bitter reality faced by former cycling star Mohamad Firdaus Mohd Zonis. Once a rising star in Malaysian track cycling, Firdaus claimed bronze at the 2014 World Junior Track Cycling Championships, becoming the nation’s first podium finisher in… Continue reading

Young Malaysian athletes face burnout and mental health struggles

Program MyLesen B2 fasa dua sasar lebih ramai pelajar B40

ALOR SETAR: Jabatan Pengangkutan Jalan (JPJ) berharap lebih ramai pelajar sekolah daripada keluarga B40 menyertai Program MyLesen B2 fasa dua. Ketua Pengarah JPJ Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli berkata sasaran ini selari dengan 10,000 kuota baharu yang diumumkan Menteri Pengangkutan Anthony Loke. “Untuk fasa kedua, kita menyasarkan lebih ramai pelajar sekolah menengah berumur 16 tahun ke… Continue reading

MCMC records statement over false content in Zara Qairina case

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has recorded a statement from an individual regarding false content circulated on social media related to the late Zara Qairina Mahathir’s case. The person was summoned to the Cheras police headquarters yesterday, where a mobile phone and SIM card were seized for investigation purposes. MCMC stated… Continue reading

Kebakaran musnahkan tiga kedai dan rumah di Kuala Nerus

KUALA NERUS: Seorang peniaga di Batu Enam mengalami kerugian melebihi RM200,000 selepas kedai ubat tradisional dan homeopatinya musnah dalam kebakaran. Lukman Mamad, 67, mengusahakan perniagaan itu sejak 31 tahun lalu sebelum ia musnah sepenuhnya dalam kejadian tengah malam tadi. Kebakaran turut melibatkan dua lagi kedai dan sebuah rumah di lokasi berkenaan. “Saya tutup kedai sekitar… Continue reading

LRA 1976: Overseas married Malaysians can divorce locally

PETALING JAYA: A landmark ruling by Penang’s High Court has established that Malaysian courts possess jurisdiction to register divorces for couples where at least one spouse holds Malaysian citizenship, regardless of where their marriage and divorce proceedings took place abroad. High Court judge Datuk Azizan Arshad delivered this significant decision while hearing a divorce registration… Continue reading

Thousands protest in Tel Aviv against Israel’s Gaza war expansion

TEL AVIV: Thousands of protesters flooded the streets of Tel Aviv on Saturday, demanding an end to Israel’s war in Gaza. The demonstration came a day after the Israeli government announced plans to expand military operations and capture Gaza City. Protesters carried signs and photos of hostages still held in Gaza, urging authorities to secure… Continue reading

Thousands protest in Tel Aviv against Israel’s Gaza war expansion

Son Heung-min shines in LAFC debut with key penalty draw

SOUTH Korean superstar Son Heung-min made a lively Major League Soccer debut for Los Angeles FC, coming off the bench to help secure a 2-2 draw against Chicago Fire. The 33-year-old forward, who joined LAFC from Tottenham Hotspur for a reported MLS record fee of 26 million dollars, entered the match in the 61st minute… Continue reading

Colombian presidential candidate critical after new brain haemorrhage

BOGOTÁ: Colombian presidential candidate Miguel Uribe has suffered a setback in his recovery after a new cerebral haemorrhage left him in critical condition. The 39-year-old conservative senator was shot multiple times during a campaign event in Bogotá in June. Doctors at Santa Fe Foundation hospital confirmed Uribe now requires additional neurosurgical procedures. His condition has… Continue reading

Colombian presidential candidate critical after new brain haemorrhage

Son Heung-min shines in LAFC debut with key penalty draw

Two Japanese boxers die from brain injuries in Tokyo event

TWO Japanese boxers have died from brain injuries sustained during separate fights at the same event in Tokyo. Super featherweight Shigetoshi Kotari and lightweight Hiromasa Urakawa, both aged 28, competed on the same card at Korakuen Hall on August 2. Kotari fought to a 12-round draw against Yamato Hata before losing consciousness and passing away… Continue reading

Two Japanese boxers die from brain injuries in Tokyo event

Zelensky rejects land surrender as US-Russia summit set for Alaska

KYIV: President Volodymyr Zelensky has firmly stated Ukraine will not surrender territory to Russia in exchange for peace. The declaration comes after the US and Russia confirmed a summit between Presidents Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin in Alaska next week. Zelensky warned that any peace deal excluding Ukraine would be meaningless and counterproductive. He stressed… Continue reading

Zelensky rejects land surrender as US-Russia summit set for Alaska

UN plastic treaty talks face delays as nations clash on scope

GENEVA: Talks for a global treaty to tackle plastic pollution are struggling to gain momentum as nations remain deeply divided on the agreement’s scope. With four working days left, negotiators face mounting pressure to finalise a legally binding deal addressing the environmental crisis. Luis Vayas Valdivieso, the talks chair, warned delegates that progress has been… Continue reading

UN plastic treaty talks face delays as nations clash on scope

Palestinian Authority condemns Israel’s Gaza escalation as new crime

RAMALLAH: The Palestinian Authority has strongly criticised Israel’s decision to escalate military operations in Gaza. President Mahmud Abbas described the move as a “new crime” and urged immediate intervention. The Israeli security cabinet approved plans for a major offensive targeting Gaza City on Friday. The decision has drawn widespread international condemnation. Abbas stressed the need… Continue reading

Palestinian Authority condemns Israel’s Gaza escalation as new crime

Public gathers at HQE I for updates on Zara Qairina’s case

KOTA KINABALU: More than 50 individuals, including journalists, assembled at Queen Elizabeth Hospital (HQE) I from 8 am today to monitor developments in the probe into Zara Qairina Mahathir’s death. Her remains, brought to the hospital at 10.30 pm yesterday, are set for an autopsy before being handed to her family for reburial in Sipitang.… Continue reading

Iraq cracks down on pro-Iran faction after deadly Baghdad clash

BAGHDAD: The Iraqi government has taken a firmer stance against the pro-Iran Hezbollah Brigades following a deadly clash in Baghdad. Authorities announced that some members will face trial while others have been stripped of their military commands. The move comes after an attack on a government office in southern Baghdad last month left three dead,… Continue reading

Iraq cracks down on pro-Iran faction after deadly Baghdad clash

Non-Malays urged to join Malaysian Armed Forces for national defence

SEREMBAN: Non-Malays are being encouraged to join the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) to strengthen national defence while building a disciplined and promising career. Negeri Sembilan MAF Indian Veterans Association (PERIM) chairman Major (Rtd) K Ranney said joining the force not only builds resilience and identity but also offers opportunities in diverse career fields, including technical,… Continue reading

Genting Road Rage: Two drivers fight during downhill journey

A dangerous road rage incident on Genting Highlands’ winding downhill route has sparked concern after footage emerged on social media platform Threads. User @gilerkentangofficial documented the alarming confrontation between drivers of a Proton Satria Neo and Honda City as they descended the popular Pahang hill station. The footage reveals a series of dangerous maneuvers as… Continue reading

Genting Road Rage: Two drivers fight during downhill journey

JPJ aims to expand MyLesen B2 programme for B40 students

ALOR SETAR: The Road Transport Department (JPJ) aims to include more B40 students in the second phase of its MyLesen B2 programme, offering free motorcycle licences to underprivileged youth. Director-general Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli said this follows Transport Minister Anthony Loke’s announcement of 10,000 new spots under the initiative. “We are targeting more secondary school… Continue reading

No toll changes for motorcyclists in Malaysia, says LLM

PUTRAJAYA: The Malaysian Highway Authority (LLM) has clarified that no changes will be made to toll categories for vehicles, including the existing exemption for motorcyclists. This statement addresses a viral social media post by ebidmotor.com claiming motorcyclists would start paying tolls from October. LLM confirmed the claim is false and warned against spreading misinformation that… Continue reading

Chad court sentences ex-PM Masra to 20 years for inciting violence

N’DJAMENA: A Chadian court has sentenced former prime minister and opposition leader Succes Masra to 20 years in prison. The conviction relates to charges of hate speech, xenophobia, and inciting inter-communal violence that left 42 dead. The court imposed an additional fine of one billion CFA francs (1.5 million euros) on Masra, a vocal critic… Continue reading

Chad court sentences ex-PM Masra to 20 years for inciting violence

Lebanon rejects Iran’s opposition to Hezbollah disarmament as interference

BEIRUT: Lebanon has denounced Iran’s opposition to the disarmament of Hezbollah as “flagrant and unacceptable interference.” The Lebanese cabinet recently ordered the army to draft a plan for exclusive government control over weapons by year-end. Ali Akbar Velayati, an adviser to Iran’s supreme leader, stated Tehran opposes disarming Hezbollah, calling it part of Lebanon’s “resistance.”… Continue reading

Lebanon rejects Iran’s opposition to Hezbollah disarmament as interference

Russia cautious on Armenia-Azerbaijan deal as Iran rejects border corridor

MOSCOW: Russia cautiously welcomed a US-brokered draft peace deal between Armenia and Azerbaijan. The agreement, signed in Washington on Friday, aims to end decades of conflict between the two former Soviet republics. A key provision includes establishing a transit corridor through Armenia to link Azerbaijan with its exclave of Nakhchivan. The corridor, dubbed the “Trump… Continue reading

Russia cautious on Armenia-Azerbaijan deal as Iran rejects border corridor

Labuschagne targets Ashes return after Test axe

OMITTED Australian Test batsman Marnus Labuschagne has declared his determination to reclaim his spot, expressing willingness to open the batting in this year’s Ashes series against England. The 31-year-old lost his place in Australia’s Test side during their recent tour of the West Indies following a prolonged run drought. Labuschagne told The Australian newspaper his… Continue reading

Labuschagne targets Ashes return after Test axe

US Fed official warns of labour market fragility, backs rate cuts

WASHINGTON: A senior US Federal Reserve official has warned that recent employment data confirms emerging weaknesses in the labour market. Federal Reserve Vice Chair for Supervision Michelle Bowman advocated for three interest rate reductions this year during a summit in Colorado. She described the approach as necessary to prevent further deterioration in job market conditions.… Continue reading

US Fed official warns of labour market fragility, backs rate cuts

Teen darts star Littler claims first World Series title of 2025

TEENAGE darts prodigy Luke “the Nuke” Littler secured his maiden World Series trophy of 2025 with a commanding 8-4 victory over Belgium’s Mike De Decker at the Australian Masters. The 18-year-old Englishman delivered a dominant performance in Wollongong on Saturday night, adding another milestone to his meteoric rise in professional darts. Littler’s path to glory… Continue reading

Teen darts star Littler claims first World Series title of 2025

Greece joins EU in Gaza food aid air-drops amid humanitarian crisis

ATHENS: Greece has participated in an EU-coordinated effort to deliver food aid to Gaza via air-drops. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis confirmed the operation on Facebook. “Two aircraft of the Hellenic Air Force dropped 8.5 tonnes of essential food supplies in areas of Gaza,“ he said. The initiative involved collaboration with EU and Middle Eastern nations… Continue reading

Thunderstorm and heavy rain warning for multiple Malaysian states

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a severe weather warning for thunderstorms, heavy rain, and strong winds across multiple states. The alert remains in effect until 11 am today. Affected areas in Kedah include Yan, Pendang, Kuala Muda, and Sik. Parts of Penang are also at risk, particularly the southwest and northwest… Continue reading

International crew returns to Earth after 5 months on space station

WASHINGTON: An international crew of four astronauts has returned to Earth after nearly five months aboard the International Space Station. The SpaceX capsule carrying US astronauts Anne McClain and Nichole Ayers, Japan’s Takuya Onishi, and Russian cosmonaut Kirill Peskov splashed down off California’s coast. Their safe return concludes NASA’s 10th crew rotation mission under the… Continue reading

International crew returns to Earth after 5 months on space station

SARA aid transforms lives of Orang Asli with food security boost

KOTA BHARU: The Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiative has become a lifeline for Orang Asli communities in Gua Musang, ensuring consistent access to basic food supplies. Amoi Asud, a 36-year-old Temiar tribeswoman from Kampung Jader, no longer substitutes rice with cassava thanks to the monthly assistance. “With just MyKad verification, my husband can buy rice… Continue reading

TNB smart meters empower Malaysians with real-time energy management

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s shift to a new electricity tariff has introduced smart meters, offering households real-time energy insights under the Time-of-Use (ToU) scheme. The nationwide rollout by Tenaga Nasional Bhd (TNB) aims to install smart meters in 10.4 million homes across Peninsular Malaysia by 2028. These digital devices record electricity usage and transmit data securely… Continue reading

M’sian eatery sends note to stressed customer who ordered extra spicy fried rice

SOMETIMES, a few kind words of encouragement can make all the difference—especially after a rough day. A recent Facebook post captured this sentiment perfectly after a customer, who had requested her fried rice to be extra spicy due to stress, received a heartwarming message from the eatery. The image of her online order receipt, attached… Continue reading

Jalur Gemilang – Symbol of country’s dignity

KUALA LUMPUR: Any dissatisfaction or discontent with the country is not a licence or permit to insult the national flag. Legal and constitutional expert Associate Professor Datuk Dr Shamrahayu A. Aziz said public awareness of the correct and respectful use of the Jalur Gemilang must be strengthened to safeguard the country’s dignity and sovereignty. She… Continue reading