August 2025 – Page 117 – Thesundailymys

US trade deficit narrows as imports drop amid tariff tensions

WASHINGTON: The US trade deficit narrowed sharply in June as imports retreated more than exports, reflecting the impact of President Donald Trump’s tariffs on global trade. Government data showed the deficit shrank by 16 percent to $60.2 billion, down from a revised $71.7 billion in May. The decline was steeper than analysts expected, driven largely… Continue reading

Trump proposes 250% tariff on imported pharmaceuticals

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump revealed plans to impose tariffs on imported pharmaceuticals that could escalate to 250%, alongside new duties on foreign semiconductors. The move aims to push for domestic manufacturing of critical goods. “We’ll be putting (an) initially small tariff on pharmaceuticals, but in one year, one-and-a-half years, maximum, it’s going to go… Continue reading

Russia hints at deploying mid-range missiles after ending INF moratorium

MOSCOW: Russia on Tuesday suggested it could deploy intermediate-range missiles after ending a self-imposed moratorium on producing or deploying the weapons, which were banned for decades under a Cold War treaty with the United States. Washington and Moscow had prohibited missiles with a range of 500 to 5,500 kilometres (300-3,400 miles) under the 1987 Intermediate-Range… Continue reading

Frank Mill, 1990 World Cup winner with West Germany, dies at 67

FRANK Mill, a key member of West Germany’s 1990 World Cup-winning team, has passed away at the age of 67. His former clubs Fortuna Duesseldorf and Rot-Weiss Essen confirmed the news on Tuesday. Mill, who also secured a bronze medal with West Germany at the 1988 Seoul Olympics and lifted the German Cup with Borussia… Continue reading

Malaysia launches exporter outreach, reforms post-US tariff deal

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia will implement three major initiatives—exporter outreach, regulatory reforms, and nationwide supply chain mapping—following its recent tariff agreement with the US. The deal reduces tariffs on Malaysian goods from 25% to 19%, effective August 1. Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz stated the agreement resulted from “months of… Continue reading

Search for missing Turkiye national in Terengganu enters sixth day

KUALA TERENGGANU: The search for a Turkiye national missing in the waters off Pulau Yu has entered its sixth day with no significant progress. Eser Demirkol, 52, remains unlocated despite extensive efforts by rescue teams. Terengganu Maritime director Captain Maritime Hamiludin Che Awang stated that adverse weather conditions, including strong winds and rough seas, have… Continue reading

JPJEID registration now available at driving institutes nationwide

PUTRAJAYA: The Road Transport Department (JPJ) has expanded JPJEID registration to driving institutes (IMs) nationwide, effective today. This move allows easier access to digital services for learner drivers and other JPJ transactions. JPJ Director-General Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli stated that JPJEID is an account containing a User ID and password, required for accessing the MySIKAP… Continue reading

Malaysia approves RM11.62 bln in furniture projects as of March 2025

KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 1,533 furniture projects worth RM11.62 billion have been approved as of March this year, according to Deputy Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry Liew Chin Tong. He revealed that 62% of these investments were domestic, while 38% came from foreign sources. The government continues to support the industry through the… Continue reading

Malaysia vies for UNESCO executive board seat in final nomination phase

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia is nearing the final phase of its bid for a seat on the UNESCO Executive Board, with the official announcement set for the UNESCO General Conference in Paris this November. Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek confirmed the country’s active campaign, emphasizing the need for strong backing from member states. “Several rounds have already… Continue reading

Pahang ranks second in Malaysia’s agriculture sales with RM25.12 billion in 2023

KUANTAN: Pahang emerged as Malaysia’s second-highest contributor to agriculture sales in 2023, generating RM25.12 billion, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM). The state remains a vital player in the national agriculture sector. Chief Statistician Datuk Seri Dr Mohd Uzir Mahidin revealed that the crop subsector dominated with RM22.11 billion (88.0 per cent), followed… Continue reading

Hannah Yeoh urges state leaders to boost youth and sports funding

SHAH ALAM: Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh has called on Chief Ministers and Menteris Besar to allocate adequate funds for youth and sports development in their upcoming state budgets. Speaking after chairing the Malaysia Games (SUKMA) Supreme Committee Meeting, she emphasised the importance of financial support for state-level initiatives. Hannah highlighted that sufficient funding… Continue reading

Urban biodiversity investments boost economy and community well-being

KUALA LUMPUR: Investment in urban biodiversity delivers economic gains while fostering environmental sustainability and improving community well-being, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. He emphasised that sustainable urban development creates cleaner, greener spaces, elevating residents’ quality of life and attracting investors and tourists. “Urban biodiversity investments aren’t just about financial returns. They benefit… Continue reading

Hannah Yeoh gesa peruntukan dana belia dan sukan dipertingkat

SHAH ALAM: Menteri Belia dan Sukan Hannah Yeoh menyeru semua Menteri Besar dan Ketua Menteri memperuntukkan dana mencukupi bagi pembangunan belia dan sukan dalam belanjawan negeri tahun hadapan. Beliau menekankan kepentingan peruntukan tersebut bagi membolehkan Exco belia dan sukan negeri melaksanakan lebih banyak program pembangunan. “Portfolio ini menjaga aset masa depan negara dan menggalakkan gaya… Continue reading

Biodiversiti bandar tingkat ekonomi, kesejahteraan rakyat – Fadillah

KUALA LUMPUR: Pelaburan dalam biodiversiti bandar bukan sahaja menjana pulangan ekonomi tetapi juga menyumbang kepada kelestarian alam sekitar dan kesejahteraan sosial, menurut Timbalan Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. Beliau menegaskan bahawa pembangunan bandar secara lestari dapat mewujudkan persekitaran lebih hijau dan bersih, sekaligus meningkatkan taraf hidup penduduk serta menarik minat pelabur dan pelancong. “Kalau… Continue reading

Dazzle dancers wakil Malaysia ke pertandingan tarian antarabangsa

KUALA LUMPUR: Seramai 12 murid Sekolah Kebangsaan Bukit Bandaraya, Bangsar bakal mengharumkan nama Malaysia di pentas antarabangsa dengan menyertai pertandingan tarian di Bandung, Indonesia. Kumpulan yang dikenali sebagai ‘Dazzle Dancers’ ini terdiri daripada pelajar berusia 10 hingga 12 tahun. Menteri Komunikasi Datuk Fahmi Fadzil menyatakan bahawa kumpulan ini bukan sekadar mewakili sekolah tetapi juga negara… Continue reading

E-sukan antara empat sukan tambahan baharu SUKMA 2026 di Selangor

SHAH ALAM: E-sukan, catur, kriket, dan kabadi disahkan sebagai empat sukan tambahan baharu yang akan dipertandingkan dalam Sukan Malaysia (SUKMA) 2026 di Selangor. Keputusan ini dibuat dalam Mesyuarat Jawatankuasa Tertinggi SUKMA yang dipengerusikan Menteri Belia dan Sukan Hannah Yeoh. “Empat sukan ini diluluskan sebagai tambahan, menjadikan jumlah keseluruhan sukan yang dipertandingkan sebanyak 34 jenis. Sukan… Continue reading

JPJ lancar pendaftaran JPJeID di institut memandu seluruh negara

PUTRAJAYA: Jabatan Pengangkutan Jalan (JPJ) melancarkan saluran pendaftaran JPJeID di Institut Memandu (IM) di seluruh negara berkuat kuasa hari ini. Inisiatif ini bertujuan memudahkan orang awam melaksanakan urus niaga berkaitan pelesenan pemandu secara digital. Ketua Pengarah JPJ Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli menjelaskan, JPJeID merupakan akaun yang mengandungi ID Pengguna dan Kata Laluan untuk akses ke… Continue reading

Malaysia perhebat usaha isi kerusi lembaga eksekutif UNESCO

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia kini berada di fasa akhir pencalonan untuk mengisi kerusi Lembaga Eksekutif UNESCO, dengan keputusan rasmi dijangka diumumkan pada Persidangan Agung badan dunia itu di Paris pada November ini. Menteri Pendidikan Fadhlina Sidek menyatakan persediaan telah dijalankan hampir setahun dengan pendekatan konsisten memandangkan proses ini memerlukan keyakinan dan sokongan negara anggota. “Beberapa siri… Continue reading

Ewon tekankan perpaduan, keamanan isi makna kemerdekaan

PENAMPANG: Menteri Pembangunan Usahawan dan Koperasi Datuk Ewon Benedick menyeru rakyat Malaysia khususnya di Sabah agar mengisi makna kemerdekaan dengan mempertahankan perpaduan, kesejahteraan, dan keamanan negara. Beliau menekankan bahawa keharmonian dan kestabilan penting untuk pembangunan mampan serta memelihara kedaulatan negara. “Ini semua bermula dengan kerjasama, perpaduan dan keharmonian kerana jika rakyat saling bercanggah antara satu… Continue reading

Empat kejayaan Anwar sebagai Pengerusi ASEAN menurut wartawan Thailand

BANGKOK: Kejayaan Perdana Menteri Malaysia, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, sebagai Pengerusi ASEAN dalam menyelesaikan konflik sempadan antara Thailand dan Kemboja mendapat pujian daripada wartawan veteran Thailand, Kavi Chongkittavorn. Beliau menyenaraikan empat pencapaian utama Anwar dalam artikelnya bertajuk “Four Wins For ASEAN Chair Anwar” yang disiarkan di Thai PBS World. Kejayaan pertama ialah kemampuan Anwar memanfaatkan… Continue reading

Shandong Taishan banned for two years over AFC Champions League no-show

CHINA’s Shandong Taishan have been banned from Asian club competitions for two years and fined following their abrupt withdrawal from a crucial AFC Champions League Elite match earlier this year. The Chinese Super League club failed to field a team for their February 19 fixture against South Korea’s Ulsan, citing “serious” health concerns within their… Continue reading

Mahkamah tolak saman bekas pelajar pendidikan khas dakwa buli di sekolah

PUTRAJAYA: Mahkamah Rayuan menolak rayuan seorang bekas pelajar sekolah menengah pendidikan khas yang menuntut ganti rugi dan perintah deklarasi berhubung dakwaan buli serta kegagalan menyediakan pendidikan khas yang sesuai. Perayu, kini berusia 27 tahun, didiagnosis dengan gangguan hiperaktif kurang perhatian (ADHD) dan sindrom Asperger. Panel tiga hakim yang terdiri daripada Datuk Mohd Nazlan Mohd Ghazali,… Continue reading

Kolaborasi PBK dan LKW perkasa pembangunan luar bandar – Ahmad Zahid

KUALA LUMPUR: Pendekatan kolaboratif antara Pihak Berkuasa Koridor (PBK) dan Lembaga Kemajuan Wilayah (LKW) perlu dijadikan teras dalam merancang pembangunan luar bandar yang lebih progresif dan berdaya tahan, menurut Timbalan Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. Beliau yang juga Menteri Kemajuan Desa dan Wilayah berkata, perancangan tersusun dan pelaksanaan berasaskan realiti setempat mampu… Continue reading

Kes pembelaan tutup kes Zayn Rayyan keputusan 31 Oktober

PETALING JAYA: Pasukan pembelaan ibu Zayn Rayyan Abdul Matin yang berdepan pertuduhan mengabaikan sehingga menyebabkan kecederaan fizikal terhadap kanak-kanak autistik berusia enam tahun itu, menutup kesnya hari ini selepas memanggil lima saksi bagi memberi keterangan. Peguam Haresh Mahadevan yang mewakili Ismanira Abdul Manaf, 30, memaklumkan kepada mahkamah bahawa pihak pembelaan menutup kes selepas doktor pakar… Continue reading

Cadangan UWO dan pencen bulanan dikaji sebelum dilaksanakan

KUALA LUMPUR: Kerajaan masih belum bersedia melaksanakan Perintah Kekayaan Tidak Dapat Dijelaskan (UWO) meskipun menerima cadangan untuk diperkenalkan. Menteri Kewangan II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan berkata kajian terperinci perlu dilakukan sebelum sebarang pelaksanaan. “Kita akan mengkaji idea-idea yang bernas sebelum pelaksanaan dan saya terima cadangan untuk melihatnya, dan kita akan mengkaji terlebih dahulu dan… Continue reading

MCMC siasat video sisa makanan kepada gelandangan di Johor

PUTRAJAYA: Suruhanjaya Komunikasi dan Multimedia Malaysia (MCMC) telah merakam keterangan tiga individu yang dipercayai sebagai pempengaruh media sosial berhubung penyebaran video kontroversi memberi sisa makanan kepada seorang gelandangan. Siasatan dijalankan di Ibu Pejabat Polis Daerah Iskandar Puteri, Johor, dengan tiga telefon bimbit dan tiga kad SIM disita untuk membantu siasatan. Menurut MCMC, video tersebut mengandungi… Continue reading

Garis panduan AI dilancar untuk perangi penipuan dalam talian di Malaysia

PUTRAJAYA: Kementerian Digital melalui Jabatan Perlindungan Data Peribadi (JPDP) sedang merangka garis panduan berkaitan kecerdasan buatan (AI) yang dijangka siap pada awal 2026. Menteri Digital Gobind Singh Deo berkata, inisiatif ini bertujuan memerangi jenayah siber yang semakin kompleks, termasuk penipuan berasaskan AI seperti deepfake dan peniruan suara. “Antara garis panduan yang sedang dibangunkan ialah Garis… Continue reading

Malaysia tegaskan rujukan Blok ND6 ND7 sebagai Laut Sulawesi bukan Ambalat

PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia secara rasmi merujuk kawasan maritim yang meliputi Blok ND6 dan ND7 dalam Peta Baharu Malaysia 1979 sebagai Laut Sulawesi, bukan istilah “Ambalat” yang digunakan Indonesia, menurut kenyataan Kementerian Luar Negeri (Wisma Putra). Kenyataan itu menegaskan bahawa keputusan Mahkamah Keadilan Antarabangsa (ICJ) pada 2002 mengenai kedaulatan Pulau Sipadan dan Ligitan telah mengukuhkan lagi hak… Continue reading

CAAM dan Boeing tingkat pengurusan trafik udara di KLIA

PUTRAJAYA: Pihak Berkuasa Penerbangan Awam Malaysia (CAAM) dan syarikat aeroangkasa global, Boeing, telah menjalin kerjasama bagi meningkatkan kecekapan pengurusan trafik udara di Lapangan Terbang Antarabangsa Kuala Lumpur (KLIA). Inisiatif ini bertujuan menyelaraskan operasi di salah satu lapangan terbang tersibuk di Asia Tenggara dengan memperbaiki koordinasi antara juruterbang dan pengawal trafik udara. Menurut kenyataan bersama, konsep… Continue reading

Lewis Hamilton faces Ferrari doubts after Hungary struggles

FORMULA One’s summer break comes at the right time for Lewis Hamilton, who has reignited doubts about his Ferrari future with candid remarks after a difficult Hungarian Grand Prix. The seven-time world champion, now 40, has yet to secure a podium in his debut Ferrari season, leaving fans and analysts questioning his long-term prospects. Hamilton’s… Continue reading

Sultan Ibrahim begins historic state visit to Russia

MOSCOW: His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, landed in Russia today for a landmark six-day state visit. The special aircraft carrying the monarch touched down at Vnukovo2 International Airport at 2.20 pm local time (7.20 pm Malaysian time). Upon arrival, Sultan Ibrahim was welcomed by Russian Science and Higher Education Minister Valery Falkov and… Continue reading

Agong tiba untuk lawatan negara pertama ke Rusia

MOSCOW: Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim berangkat tiba di sini pada Selasa untuk memulakan Lawatan Negara enam hari ke Rusia. Pesawat khas yang membawa Seri Paduka Baginda mendarat di Lapangan Terbang Antarabangsa Vnukovo2 pada 2.20 petang (7.20 malam waktu Malaysia). Keberangkatan tiba Sultan Ibrahim disambut oleh Menteri Sains dan Pendidikan Tinggi Rusia Valery Falkov dan… Continue reading

SRG.OG praised for strong MLBB MSC performance despite loss

YOUTH and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh praised the Selangor Red Giants (SRG.OG) for their strong performance in the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) Mid Season Cup (MSC), despite finishing as runners-up. She emphasized that reaching the final was a commendable achievement. “I feel that they did not fail by finishing second. A good achievement. The… Continue reading

Preserve national unity and peace for independence, urges Ewon

PENAMPANG: Entrepreneur and Cooperatives Development Minister Datuk Ewon Benedick has called on Malaysians, particularly in Sabah, to uphold the true meaning of independence by preserving unity, well-being, and peace. He emphasised that harmony and stability are crucial for sustainable national development and sovereignty. “This all starts with cooperation, unity, and harmony because if the people… Continue reading

2026 SUKMA to include e-sports, chess, cricket, and kabaddi

THE 2026 Malaysia Games (SUKMA) in Selangor will introduce e-sports, chess, cricket, and kabaddi as new competitive sports, Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh announced. The decision was finalized during the SUKMA Supreme Council meeting chaired by Yeoh, which also confirmed boxing and softball as mandatory sports from 2026 onwards. “This brings the total mandatory… Continue reading

MAIPk allocates RM5.5m for Asnaf empowerment programmes in Perak

IPOH: The Perak Islamic Religious and Malay Customs Council (MAIPk) has set aside RM5.5 million this year to fund two key initiatives—the Asnaf Economic Empowerment Programme (Proper A) and the Asnaf Entrepreneur Umbrella Programme (UPAYA). CEO Syamsul Hazeman Md Salleh said Proper A now adopts a dynamic model focusing on four sectors: smartphone repairs, mobile… Continue reading

Perlis programme builds digital resilience in primary pupils

ARAU: The Perlis Education Department (JPN) has highlighted the 2025 My Idols Character & Safe Internet Campaign (K.I.S) as a proactive effort to develop leadership and moral resilience among primary school pupils navigating the digital age. Deputy director of Education (Learning Sector) Mohd Nazri Baharin emphasised the programme’s role in reinforcing discipline, responsibility, and character-building… Continue reading

Collaborative PBK-LKW approach vital for rural development – Ahmad Zahid

KUALA LUMPUR: A unified strategy between corridor authorities (PBK) and regional development agencies (LKW) is crucial for advancing rural development, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. As Minister of Rural and Regional Development (KKDW), Ahmad Zahid emphasised that structured planning aligned with local needs will drive sustainable progress. “The synergy between… Continue reading

MCMC probes trio over viral leftovers video given to homeless man

PUTRAJAYA: The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has taken statements from three individuals linked to a controversial video that went viral on social media. The clip, which showed them offering leftover food to a homeless man, triggered widespread backlash online. MCMC confirmed that the individuals were questioned today at the Iskandar Puteri district police… Continue reading

Kremlin condemns Trump’s tariff threat on India over Russian oil

MOSCOW: The Kremlin has strongly criticized US President Donald Trump’s threat to increase tariffs on India due to its purchases of Russian oil, a major revenue source for Moscow amid its military campaign in Ukraine. Trump has set a Friday deadline for Russia to show progress in peace talks with Ukraine, warning of new economic… Continue reading

Former Arsenal player Thomas Partey granted bail on rape charges

LONDON: Former Arsenal footballer Thomas Partey was granted conditional bail on Tuesday after appearing in a London court on rape and sexual assault charges. The 32-year-old Ghana international faces five counts of rape against two women and one count of sexual assault against a third woman. The alleged offences occurred between 2021 and 2022 while… Continue reading

Indonesian woman jailed for prostitution in Sandakan

KOTA KINABALU: A 50-year-old Indonesian woman was sentenced to three years in prison by the Sandakan Sessions Court on Tuesday for acting as a prostitution agent. Lely Fiter pleaded guilty before Judge Zaini Fisher @ Fisal to charges under Section 372 of the Penal Code, which criminalizes exploiting others for prostitution. Her sentence began on… Continue reading

Malaysia studies UWO and monthly pension proposals for financial reform

KUALA LUMPUR: The government is carefully evaluating proposals for the Unexplained Wealth Order (UWO) and monthly pension schemes before implementation, according to Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan. Speaking at the 2025 National Tax Conference, he stressed the need for thorough study to avoid unintended consequences. “We will look at good ideas before… Continue reading

Flash flood devastates Himalayan town, 4 dead in Uttarakhand

DEHRADUN: Rescue teams rushed to India’s Himalayan region on Tuesday after flash floods tore through a mountain valley, wiping out much of a town and leaving at least four people dead. Videos aired on Indian media showed torrents of muddy water engulfing multi-storey buildings in Dharali, a popular tourist spot in Uttarakhand state. Uttarakhand Chief… Continue reading

Danish zoo sparks outrage with call for animals as predator food

COPENHAGEN: A Danish zoo has drawn sharp criticism after publicly requesting livestock donations to feed its predators. Aalborg Zoo’s appeal for chickens, rabbits, guinea pigs, and horses—to be euthanised and used as food—has ignited debate over ethical animal treatment. “We are looking for small livestock, not pets,“ said Anette Sofie Warncke Nutzhorn, a zoo manager.… Continue reading

Israel to partially reopen Gaza private goods trade amid aid crisis

JERUSALEM: Israel will partially reopen private sector trade with Gaza to reduce dependence on humanitarian aid, the defence ministry’s civil affairs agency COGAT announced on Tuesday. The move follows months of blockade and conflict with Hamas, which has left Gaza in dire need of basic supplies. “As part of formulating the mechanism, a limited number… Continue reading

Iberia investigates ‘Free Palestine’ message on kosher meals

MADRID: Spanish airline Iberia has launched an investigation after a passenger who ordered a kosher meal received food packaging marked with the words “Free Palestine.” The incident occurred on a flight from Buenos Aires to Madrid, where several other Jewish passengers reportedly found their meal trays labeled with the initials “FP,“ standing for “Free Palestine.”… Continue reading

UN pushes for global plastics treaty amid pollution crisis in Geneva

GENEVA: Negotiators from 180 countries convened in Geneva on Tuesday for a fresh round of UN-led talks aimed at finalising a global treaty to tackle plastic pollution, described as a “global crisis” by diplomats. The urgency of the issue was underscored as microplastics continue to infiltrate ecosystems, oceans, and even human bodies. Ecuadoran diplomat Luis… Continue reading

Defence closes case in Zayn Rayyan neglect trial, verdict set for Oct 31

PETALING JAYA: The defence team for Ismanira Abdul Manaf, the mother of Zayn Rayyan Abdul Matin, closed its case today after presenting five witnesses. The court has scheduled the verdict for October 31. Defence counsel Haresh Mahadevan informed the court that no further witnesses would be called following the testimony of child psychologist Dr Noor… Continue reading

Paris Seine swimming draws 35,000 despite rainy July

THREE Seine swimming sites in Paris have attracted more than 35,000 visitors since opening in early July, despite frequent summer rainfall, city officials confirmed. The historic return of public swimming to the river marks the first time in over a century that Parisians and tourists have been able to bathe in the Seine following a… Continue reading