August 2025 – Page 120 – Thesundailymys

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

KPT galak universiti swasta laksana Dapur Siswa bantu pelajar

KUALA NERUS: Kementerian Pendidikan Tinggi menggalakkan universiti swasta di seluruh negara mencontohi projek Dapur Siswa yang kini dilaksanakan oleh semua universiti awam. Menterinya Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir berkata pihaknya percaya terdapat pelajar di institusi pengajian tinggi swasta turut menghadapi kekangan kewangan. Beliau menyatakan peningkatan kos sara hidup antara faktor utama kesulitan yang dihadapi… Continue reading

Three Batu Enam shops destroyed in midnight fire causing RM200k losses

KUALA NERUS: A midnight fire destroyed three shop premises in Batu Enam here, causing losses exceeding RM200,000 to a traditional medicine business operating for 31 years. Lukman Mamad, 67, said his rented homoeopathy shop was completely gutted along with all medicines and treatment equipment. “I closed at 6 pm yesterday and was in Losong when… Continue reading

Polis kesan saksi kes cabul kanak-kanak oleh warga Bangladesh di Kajang

KAJANG: Polis sedang mengesan saksi bagi membantu siasatan berhubung kes seorang kanak-kanak perempuan berusia sembilan tahun didakwa dicabul oleh seorang pekerja warga Bangladesh. Kejadian itu berlaku di sebuah kedai serbaneka di Kajang pada Februari lepas. Ketua Polis Daerah Kajang ACP Naazron Abdul Yusof berkata siasatan dijalankan susulan video tular dimuat naik oleh pemilik akaun X… Continue reading

Mohamed Salah slams UEFA for ignoring Palestinian footballer’s death in Gaza

EGYPTIAN football icon Mohamed Salah has condemned UEFA for failing to acknowledge how Palestinian footballer Suleiman al-Obaid was killed by Israeli forces in Gaza. Al-Obaid, nicknamed the “Palestinian Pele,“ died on Wednesday while waiting for humanitarian aid amid Israel’s ongoing military offensive. UEFA’s tribute post stated, “Farewell to Suleiman al-Obaid, the ‘Palestinian Pele.’ A talent… Continue reading

Mohamed Salah slams UEFA for ignoring Palestinian footballer’s death in Gaza

OUM perjuang pembelajaran fleksibel untuk pendidikan sepanjang hayat

PUTRAJAYA: Open University Malaysia (OUM) telah mencipta keunikan dalam sistem pendidikan tinggi negara dengan menawarkan pembelajaran fleksibel di luar kaedah konvensional. Isteri Perdana Menteri, Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail, berkata pendekatan ini berbeza dengan institusi lain yang lebih berfokus pada pengajian sepenuh masa. “OUM membolehkan pelajar belajar di mana-mana, sama ada dalam kereta… Continue reading

Kerajaan perkasakan penghayatan al-Quran dengan teknologi AI – Mohd Na’im

KUALA LUMPUR: Kerajaan akan terus memperkasakan penghayatan al-Quran dalam kalangan generasi muda dengan menggunakan teknologi semasa termasuk kecerdasan buatan (AI). Menteri di Jabatan Perdana Menteri (Hal Ehwal Agama) Datuk Dr Mohd Na’im Mokhtar berkata usaha ini dilaksanakan bagi melahirkan generasi Madani yang berjiwa qurani. Beliau menyatakan perkara itu dalam ucapan pada Majlis Penutupan dan Penyampaian… Continue reading

Malaysia juara tilawah antarabangsa ke-65, qari dan qariah unggul

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia mencipta sejarah gemilang dalam Majlis Tilawah dan Menghafaz Al-Quran Peringkat Antarabangsa ke-65. Aiman Ridhwan Mohamad Ramlan dinobatkan sebagai juara kategori qari dengan markah 97.01 peratus. Beliau mengatasi peserta dari Indonesia dan Turkiye yang masing-masing meraih tempat kedua dan ketiga. Wan Sofea Aini Wan Mohd Zahidi pula mengharumkan nama negara sebagai juara kategori… Continue reading

Kuching City Crush KTRW 4-0 as PDRM and DPMM Draw 2-2

KUCHING City FC delivered a commanding performance with a 4-0 victory over Kelantan The Real Warriors (KTRW) in the Super League at the State Stadium in Kuching. Cameroonian striker Ronald Ngah Wanja was the standout performer, netting twice in the sixth and 71st minutes. Timor Leste’s Joao Pedro added to the tally with a 17th-minute… Continue reading

Kuching City Crush KTRW 4-0 as PDRM and DPMM Draw 2-2

M’sian woman spends RM1.8k on ex-boyfriend’s birthday, only to get nothing in return

CHOOSING a partner who reciprocates effort is essential in building a healthy, balanced relationship. Unfortunately, one woman learned this the hard way after investing emotionally and financially in her ex-boyfriend—only to be met with indifference. In a Threads post, she said that in the early stages of her relationship with her former boyfriend — who… Continue reading

“I’m just tired”: Malaysian man opens up about financial strain of supporting parents

PARENTS deserve care and support in their elderly years, but for many adult children, this responsibility comes with a heavy price—especially amid the rising cost of living. A man recently took to Reddit to share his financial struggles, revealing the pressure he faces in allocating a substantial portion of his monthly salary to support his… Continue reading

Tourism Malaysia, Scoot sign pact to boost tourist arrivals

SINGAPORE: Tourism Malaysia has signed a strategic three-year partnership with Singapore Airline subsidiary, low-cost carrier Scoot to bring in a bigger volume of international tourists to Malaysia in conjunction with Visit Malaysia Year 2026 and beyond. The three-year Memorandum of Collaboration was inked at the Scoot headquarters in Singapore on Thursday between the top management… Continue reading

Lelaki Vietnam ditahan cuba tarik bayi selepas curi di pasar raya Butterworth

BUTTERWORTH: Polis menahan seorang lelaki warga Vietnam yang cuba menarik bayi berusia 11 bulan semasa ingin melarikan diri selepas ditangkap mencuri di sebuah pasar raya di sini. Ketua Polis Daerah Seberang Perai Utara ACP Anuar Abd Rahman berkata kejadian berlaku pada 12.45 tengah hari. Penyedia pasar raya melihat suspek berusia 30-an cuba keluar dengan membawa… Continue reading