Month: August 2025

Sabah FC seek first Super League win against Melaka FC at home

KOTA KINABALU: Sabah FC aim to secure their first Super League victory when they face Melaka FC at Likas Stadium tomorrow evening. Head coach Jean-Paul de Marigny confirmed thorough preparations have emphasised sharpening players’ finishing to claim three points after two consecutive draws. “Mentally and physically, the players are in excellent condition,“ he said in… Continue reading Sabah FC seek first Super League win against Melaka FC at home

SPRM Terengganu sasar peserta paling ramai MBOR melalui program antirasuah

KUALA TERENGGANU: Suruhanjaya Pencegahan Rasuah Malaysia (SPRM) Terengganu bekerjasama dengan Politeknik Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin (PSMZA) Dungun menganjurkan program ‘Mega Fiesta TVET POLYCC 2025’ bermula 15 Julai lepas hingga 25 Sept ini. Pengarah SPRM Terengganu Hazrul Shazreen Abd Yazid berkata program yang menyasarkan penyertaan lebih 30,000 peserta itu dijangka direkodkan dalam Malaysia Book Of Records… Continue reading SPRM Terengganu sasar peserta paling ramai MBOR melalui program antirasuah
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Malaysian diaspora in Busan celebrates National Day with deputy PM

BUSAN: Approximately fifty members of the Malaysian diaspora gathered in Busan for a National Day celebration organised by the Malaysian Embassy. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy Transition and Water Transformation Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof attended the event during his official working visit to South Korea. The gathering united Malaysians from various backgrounds including… Continue reading Malaysian diaspora in Busan celebrates National Day with deputy PM

PLUS expects 2.2 million vehicles daily for National Day celebration

KUALA LUMPUR: PLUS Malaysia Berhad expects traffic volumes to reach 2.2 million vehicles daily on its highway network tomorrow and on September first during the 68th National Day celebration. The highway operator has advised users to plan their journeys in advance for a smoother travel experience through an official statement. PLUS highlighted that its MyPLUS-TTA… Continue reading PLUS expects 2.2 million vehicles daily for National Day celebration

Anwar sampai Amanat Perdana Hari Kebangsaan 2025 esok

KUALA LUMPUR: Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim akan menyampaikan Amanat Perdana Hari Kebangsaan 2025 esok, bagi meniupkan semangat perpaduan dan patriotisme rakyat pada ambang sambutan Hari Kebangsaan ke-68. Majlis yang akan diadakan di Taman Ekspo Pertanian Malaysia (MAEPS), Serdang, itu menyasarkan kehadiran lebih 4,000 tetamu antaranya penjawat awam dari pelbagai agensi dan jabatan, wakil… Continue reading Anwar sampai Amanat Perdana Hari Kebangsaan 2025 esok
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RM1,200 lecturer salary sparks Malaysia minimum wage debate

A recent post on Threads by a user claiming to earn only RM1,200 monthly as a private university lecturer in Terengganu, without Employees Provident Fund (EPF) contributions, has drawn sharp criticism online. User @plvphl commented under the post: “RM1,200? Don’t they have labour laws there? Isn’t the current minimum wage RM1,700 with mandatory EPF/SOCSO deductions?”… Continue reading RM1,200 lecturer salary sparks Malaysia minimum wage debate

RUU Pekerja Gig langkah penting bentuk masa depan sektor pekerjaan

KUALA LUMPUR: Rang Undang-Undang Pekerja Gig 2025 yang diluluskan di Dewan Rakyat hari ini dilihat sebagai satu langkah penting yang membentuk masa depan sektor pekerjaan di Malaysia. Presiden Persekutuan Majikan-Majikan Malaysia (MEF) Datuk Dr Syed Hussain Syed Husman berkata RUU itu menyediakan rangka kerja kawal selia jelas yang mengiktiraf status unik pekerja gig, terutamanya mereka… Continue reading RUU Pekerja Gig langkah penting bentuk masa depan sektor pekerjaan
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Government urged to expedite public service reforms under 13MP

Tan Sri Low Kian Chuan. Bernamapix KUALA LUMPUR: Senators have urged the government to accelerate public service reforms under the 13th Malaysia Plan to create a more efficient, transparent, and competitive delivery system supporting national economic transformation. Tan Sri Low Kian Chuan emphasised that public service reforms must be prioritised within the 13MP implementation strategy… Continue reading Government urged to expedite public service reforms under 13MP

Sabah FC buru kemenangan sulung Liga Super lawan Melaka FC hari ini

KOTA KINABALU: Sabah FC bertekad memburu kemenangan sulung Liga Super apabila melayan kunjungan Melaka FC di Stadium Likas di sini, hari ini. Ketua jurulatih Jean-Paul de Marigny berkata persiapan rapi dilakukan dengan memberi penekanan kepada ketajaman penyudah selepas hanya meraih dua keputusan seri setakat ini. “Dari segi mental dan fizikal, pemain berada pada tahap terbaik,”… Continue reading Sabah FC buru kemenangan sulung Liga Super lawan Melaka FC hari ini
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Malaysia sasar jadi 20 ekonomi AI teratas menjelang 2030

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia menyasarkan untuk menjadi antara 20 ekonomi teratas dalam bidang kecerdasan buatan (AI) di dunia menjelang 2030 melalui Pelan Hala Tuju AI Negara 2021-2025 dengan sumbangan melebihi RM60 bilion kepada Keluaran Dalam Negara Kasar (KDNK). Menteri Sains, Teknologi dan Inovasi Chang Lih Kang dalam kenyataan hari ini berkata, AI bukan lagi sekadar teknologi… Continue reading Malaysia sasar jadi 20 ekonomi AI teratas menjelang 2030
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Ibu bapa saman OpenAI dakwa ChatGPT dorong bunuh diri

SACRAMENTO: Ibu bapa kepada seorang remaja lelaki berusia 16 tahun di California memfailkan saman kematian salah terhadap syarikat kecerdasan buatan (AI) OpenAI pada Selasa, dengan dakwaan yang chatbot syarikat itu, ChatGPT menggalakkan anak mereka untuk membunuh diri dan memberikan arahan terperinci tentang cara melakukannya, lapor Xinhua. Matt dan Maria Raine mendakwa anak mereka, Adam, meninggal… Continue reading Ibu bapa saman OpenAI dakwa ChatGPT dorong bunuh diri
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Another quake recorded in Segamat, fourth in a week

JOHOR BAHRU: A weak earthquake measuring 3.4 on the Richter scale was recorded in Segamat at 4.24 am today, the fourth to hit the district in a week. The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia), in a statement, said the earthquake occurred at a depth of 10 kilometres, about 22 kilometres northeast of Segamat. Tremors were also… Continue reading Another quake recorded in Segamat, fourth in a week

Ringgit extends gain to open higher against US dollar

KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit extended yesterday’s gain to open higher against the greenback on Friday as more investors shifted toward emerging currencies on rising expectations of an interest rate cut in the United States next month and ahead of a US inflation report later today. At 8 am, the local note bounced to 4.2040/2260 versus… Continue reading Ringgit extends gain to open higher against US dollar
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Ringgit extends gain to open higher against US dollar

KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit extended yesterday’s gain to open higher against the greenback on Friday as more investors shifted toward emerging currencies on rising expectations of an interest rate cut in the United States next month and ahead of a US inflation report later today. At 8 am, the local note bounced to 4.2040/2260 versus… Continue reading Ringgit extends gain to open higher against US dollar

Firefighters arrested by US immigration officials

LOS ANGELES: Two firefighters battling a wildfire in the United States have been arrested by border patrol agents, immigration officials said Thursday, as President Donald Trump’s migration crackdown gathers pace. Federal agents held crews from private fire contractors for several hours on Wednesday as they readied to help tackle the 9,000-acre (3,600-hectare) Bear Gulch Fire… Continue reading Firefighters arrested by US immigration officials
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‘M’sia home to over two million foreign workers, mainly Bangladeshi’

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia has more than 2.1 million foreign workers in its labour market, with the largest groups coming from Bangladesh, Indonesia and Nepal, the Human Resources Ministry revealed. As of June 30, 2025, there were 2,144,789 foreign workers from 15 source countries. Of these, 803,322 are from Bangladesh, 543,514 from Indonesia and 332,712 from… Continue reading ‘M’sia home to over two million foreign workers, mainly Bangladeshi’
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Rolls-Royce unveils Spectre inspired by Primavera – A bespoke ode to spring

ROLLS-ROYCE MOTOR CARS has unveiled a new Bespoke collection, the Spectre Inspired by Primavera, a poetic celebration of spring reimagined through the marque’s ultra-luxury electric coupe. Taking its name from the Italian word for spring, the series captures the delicacy, optimism and vitality of the season in a range of highly personalised commissions. The collection… Continue reading Rolls-Royce unveils Spectre inspired by Primavera – A bespoke ode to spring
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Aaron-Wooi Yik advance to World Championships quarter-finals in Paris

Former world champions Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik demonstrated their top Malaysian men’s doubles status by overcoming a strong challenge from compatriots Wan Arif Wan Junaidi and Yap Roy King. The second-seeded pair advanced to the quarter-finals of the 2025 World Championships following an intense three-set battle at Adidas Arena. Aaron and Wooi Yik… Continue reading Aaron-Wooi Yik advance to World Championships quarter-finals in Paris
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Aaron-Wooi Yik advance to World Championships quarter-finals in Paris

Former world champions Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik demonstrated their top Malaysian men’s doubles status by overcoming a strong challenge from compatriots Wan Arif Wan Junaidi and Yap Roy King. The second-seeded pair advanced to the quarter-finals of the 2025 World Championships following an intense three-set battle at Adidas Arena. Aaron and Wooi Yik… Continue reading Aaron-Wooi Yik advance to World Championships quarter-finals in Paris

Gegaran terbaharu di Segamat, rekod empat gempa dalam seminggu

JOHOR BAHRU: Satu gempa bumi lemah dengan magnitud 3.4 pada skala Richter dikesan berlaku di Segamat awal pagi ini, menjadikannya kejadian keempat direkodkan di daerah itu dalam minggu ini. Jabatan Meteorologi Malaysia (MetMalaysia) dalam kenyataan memaklumkan gempa pada 4.24 pagi itu berpusat di koordinat 2.7° Utara dan 102.9° Timur, kira-kira 22 kilometer timur laut dari… Continue reading Gegaran terbaharu di Segamat, rekod empat gempa dalam seminggu
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From Oyen to Kakak Bomba to patriotic boy — Parade practice videos spark joy among M’sians

AS National Day draws near, TikTok has been flooded with videos from parade practice sessions — and Malaysians can’t get enough of the wholesome and patriotic moments. In one viral clip, an officer from Angkatan Pertahanan Awam (APM) was spotted cutely holding a cat during practice, instantly melting hearts online. ALSO READ: Good weather forecast… Continue reading From Oyen to Kakak Bomba to patriotic boy — Parade practice videos spark joy among M’sians

Segamat struck by third minor earthquake

SEGAMAT: Segamat was once again hit by a minor earthquake yesterday night, marking the third incident in the area within a few days. The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) said the 2.5-magnitude earthquake occurred at 7.56 pm, with the epicentre detected about 13 kilometres north of Segamat, Johor, at a depth of 10 kilometres. “Tremors were… Continue reading Segamat struck by third minor earthquake

Putin ‘must come to negotiating table’, says EU chief after Trump call

BRUSSELS: Russian President Vladimir Putin must sit down for peace talks on Ukraine, EU chief Ursula von der Leyen said Thursday after calls with US leader Donald Trump and Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky. Von der Leyen’s demand comes as the Kremlin continues to stall on Trump’s push to set up direct talks between Putin and Zelensky… Continue reading Putin ‘must come to negotiating table’, says EU chief after Trump call
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Putin ‘must come to negotiating table’, says EU chief after Trump call

BRUSSELS: Russian President Vladimir Putin must sit down for peace talks on Ukraine, EU chief Ursula von der Leyen said Thursday after calls with US leader Donald Trump and Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky. Von der Leyen’s demand comes as the Kremlin continues to stall on Trump’s push to set up direct talks between Putin and Zelensky… Continue reading Putin ‘must come to negotiating table’, says EU chief after Trump call

Daniil Medvedev fined $42,500 for US Open meltdown against Bonzi

DANIIL MEDVEDEV has been fined forty two thousand five hundred dollars following his meltdown during Sunday’s stormy first round defeat to France’s Benjamin Bonzi. Tournament organisers confirmed the Russian player received a thirty thousand dollar penalty for unsportsmanlike conduct. He received an additional twelve thousand five hundred dollar fine for racquet abuse. The total fine… Continue reading Daniil Medvedev fined $42,500 for US Open meltdown against Bonzi
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Daniil Medvedev fined $42,500 for US Open meltdown against Bonzi

DANIIL MEDVEDEV has been fined forty two thousand five hundred dollars following his meltdown during Sunday’s stormy first round defeat to France’s Benjamin Bonzi. Tournament organisers confirmed the Russian player received a thirty thousand dollar penalty for unsportsmanlike conduct. He received an additional twelve thousand five hundred dollar fine for racquet abuse. The total fine… Continue reading Daniil Medvedev fined $42,500 for US Open meltdown against Bonzi

Verstappen welcomes Perez F1 return with Cadillac for 2026 season

MAX VERSTAPPEN immediately congratulated former Red Bull teammate Sergio Perez upon hearing the Mexican driver secured a Formula One comeback with newcomers Cadillac next season. Verstappen revealed his reaction during a press conference ahead of his home Dutch Grand Prix on Thursday. “I quickly, when I saw the news come out, sent a message to… Continue reading Verstappen welcomes Perez F1 return with Cadillac for 2026 season
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Israeli minister calls to annex Gaza if Hamas doesn’t surrender

JERUSALEM: Israel’s Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich on Thursday called on the government to begin annexing parts of the Gaza Strip if Palestinian militant group Hamas stands by its refusal to lay down its weapons. The far-right minister, who has vocally opposed striking a deal with Hamas to end the nearly two-year war, presented his plan… Continue reading Israeli minister calls to annex Gaza if Hamas doesn’t surrender
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Verstappen welcomes Perez F1 return with Cadillac for 2026 season

MAX VERSTAPPEN immediately congratulated former Red Bull teammate Sergio Perez upon hearing the Mexican driver secured a Formula One comeback with newcomers Cadillac next season. Verstappen revealed his reaction during a press conference ahead of his home Dutch Grand Prix on Thursday. “I quickly, when I saw the news come out, sent a message to… Continue reading Verstappen welcomes Perez F1 return with Cadillac for 2026 season

Israeli minister calls to annex Gaza if Hamas doesn’t surrender

JERUSALEM: Israel’s Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich on Thursday called on the government to begin annexing parts of the Gaza Strip if Palestinian militant group Hamas stands by its refusal to lay down its weapons. The far-right minister, who has vocally opposed striking a deal with Hamas to end the nearly two-year war, presented his plan… Continue reading Israeli minister calls to annex Gaza if Hamas doesn’t surrender

Arsenal aim for early psychological blow against Liverpool at Anfield

ARSENAL will attempt to land an early psychological blow on a seemingly fragile Liverpool defence during Sunday’s Premier League showdown at Anfield. Both teams have secured maximum points from their opening two matches, setting the stage for a crucial early-season encounter that could shape the title narrative. Liverpool have scored seven goals in two games… Continue reading Arsenal aim for early psychological blow against Liverpool at Anfield
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Arsenal aim for early psychological blow against Liverpool at Anfield

ARSENAL will attempt to land an early psychological blow on a seemingly fragile Liverpool defence during Sunday’s Premier League showdown at Anfield. Both teams have secured maximum points from their opening two matches, setting the stage for a crucial early-season encounter that could shape the title narrative. Liverpool have scored seven goals in two games… Continue reading Arsenal aim for early psychological blow against Liverpool at Anfield

‘No way’ US troops can invade Venezuela, says Maduro

CARACAS: Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro said Thursday there was “no way” US troops could invade Venezuela after Washington deployed five warships and 4,000 troops to the Caribbean to pressure the leftist strongman. The United States said the deployment to the southern Caribbean, near Venezuela’s territorial waters, is an anti-drug trafficking operation. Venezuela has responded by… Continue reading ‘No way’ US troops can invade Venezuela, says Maduro

Russell supports Hamilton after self-critical ‘useless’ comment at Ferrari

GEORGE RUSSELL dismissed Lewis Hamilton’s self-critical “absolutely useless” comment as nonsense while expressing confidence in his former Mercedes teammate’s ability to recover from a challenging start with Ferrari. The seven-time world champion made the remark after qualifying 12th in Hungary while his new teammate Charles Leclerc secured pole position. Hamilton has not yet reached the… Continue reading Russell supports Hamilton after self-critical ‘useless’ comment at Ferrari
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Russell supports Hamilton after self-critical ‘useless’ comment at Ferrari

GEORGE RUSSELL dismissed Lewis Hamilton’s self-critical “absolutely useless” comment as nonsense while expressing confidence in his former Mercedes teammate’s ability to recover from a challenging start with Ferrari. The seven-time world champion made the remark after qualifying 12th in Hungary while his new teammate Charles Leclerc secured pole position. Hamilton has not yet reached the… Continue reading Russell supports Hamilton after self-critical ‘useless’ comment at Ferrari

‘No way’ US troops can invade Venezuela, says Maduro

CARACAS: Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro said Thursday there was “no way” US troops could invade Venezuela after Washington deployed five warships and 4,000 troops to the Caribbean to pressure the leftist strongman. The United States said the deployment to the southern Caribbean, near Venezuela’s territorial waters, is an anti-drug trafficking operation. Venezuela has responded by… Continue reading ‘No way’ US troops can invade Venezuela, says Maduro
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Firefighters arrested by US immigration officials

LOS ANGELES: Two firefighters battling a wildfire in the United States have been arrested by border patrol agents, immigration officials said Thursday, as President Donald Trump’s migration crackdown gathers pace. Federal agents held crews from private fire contractors for several hours on Wednesday as they readied to help tackle the 9,000-acre (3,600-hectare) Bear Gulch Fire… Continue reading Firefighters arrested by US immigration officials

Hamilton aims to rediscover fun at Ferrari after tough season start

LEWIS HAMILTON aims to rediscover the enjoyment in his Formula One career following a challenging start with Ferrari. The seven-time world champion appeared disconsolate at the Hungarian Grand Prix before the August break, branding himself “absolutely useless” after poor qualifying while teammate Charles Leclerc took pole position. Hamilton told reporters at the Dutch Grand Prix… Continue reading Hamilton aims to rediscover fun at Ferrari after tough season start
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Hamilton aims to rediscover fun at Ferrari after tough season start

LEWIS HAMILTON aims to rediscover the enjoyment in his Formula One career following a challenging start with Ferrari. The seven-time world champion appeared disconsolate at the Hungarian Grand Prix before the August break, branding himself “absolutely useless” after poor qualifying while teammate Charles Leclerc took pole position. Hamilton told reporters at the Dutch Grand Prix… Continue reading Hamilton aims to rediscover fun at Ferrari after tough season start

Manchester United’s early season optimism fades as Amorim faces pressure

MANCHESTER UNITED’S cautious pre-season optimism has completely disappeared before August concluded following another disappointing result. Manager Ruben Amorim now faces intense scrutiny after accumulating just one point from two Premier League matches this campaign. The Portuguese coach has managed only 28 points from 29 top-flight matches since replacing Erik ten Hag. A narrow 1-0 home… Continue reading Manchester United’s early season optimism fades as Amorim faces pressure
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Manchester United’s early season optimism fades as Amorim faces pressure

MANCHESTER UNITED’S cautious pre-season optimism has completely disappeared before August concluded following another disappointing result. Manager Ruben Amorim now faces intense scrutiny after accumulating just one point from two Premier League matches this campaign. The Portuguese coach has managed only 28 points from 29 top-flight matches since replacing Erik ten Hag. A narrow 1-0 home… Continue reading Manchester United’s early season optimism fades as Amorim faces pressure

Russian missiles pound Ukraine, damage EU and British offices

KYIV: Russia pounded Ukraine with deadly missiles and drone strikes early on Thursday in a sweeping attack that the U.S. special envoy on Ukraine said undermined President Donald Trump’s peace efforts. At least 23 people were killed in the capital, Tymur Tkachenko, head of Kyiv’s military administration, said on Telegram. As of 11 p.m. (2000… Continue reading Russian missiles pound Ukraine, damage EU and British offices

Lando Norris dismisses momentum belief ahead of Dutch Grand Prix

MCLAREN FORMULA ONE driver Lando Norris has dismissed the concept of momentum despite winning three of the last four races ahead of the Dutch Grand Prix. The British driver stated he expects the second half of the season to be “tricky” and challenging despite his recent success. Norris returns to Zandvoort, where he won last… Continue reading Lando Norris dismisses momentum belief ahead of Dutch Grand Prix

PSG face Bayern and Barcelona in Champions League opening stage

CHAMPIONS LEAGUE holders Paris St Germain will play Bayern Munich and Barcelona in this season’s league phase while record 15-times winners Real Madrid will face Manchester City and Liverpool after Thursday’s draw set up some blockbuster encounters. PSG will also meet Premier League sides Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United along with Atalanta and Bayer Leverkusen… Continue reading PSG face Bayern and Barcelona in Champions League opening stage

Minneapolis children revealed courage, absorbed fear during church shooting

A 10-year-old acted like a human shield to protect a younger schoolmate. An eighth-grader prayed while hiding under a pew. A frightened 11-year-old asked her father to lock the doors and draw the curtains when she arrived home. These were just a handful of stories of courage and fear that have emerged a day after… Continue reading Minneapolis children revealed courage, absorbed fear during church shooting

Manchester United sell Alejandro Garnacho to Chelsea for £40 million

MANCHESTER UNITED have finalised the transfer of Argentine winger Alejandro Garnacho to Chelsea for £40 million. A source close to United confirmed the agreement on Thursday, marking one of the club’s most significant player sales in recent years. The £40 million fee represents the fourth highest amount ever received by Manchester United for a player.… Continue reading Manchester United sell Alejandro Garnacho to Chelsea for £40 million

US top diplomat Rubio to visit Mexico and Ecuador next week

WASHINGTON: U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio will travel to Mexico and Ecuador next week, the State Department said in a statement, as President Donald Trump’s administration seeks to crack down on illegal immigration to the U.S., combat drug cartels and counter Chinese influence in the region. The trip by Rubio, the first Latino U.S.… Continue reading US top diplomat Rubio to visit Mexico and Ecuador next week

End of US low-value package tariff exemption is permanent, Trump officials say

WASHINGTON: The U.S. tariff exemption for package shipments valued under $800 ends permanently on Friday, with a six-month transition period under which postal service shippers can opt to pay a flat duty of $80 to $200 per package depending on the country of origin, Trump administration officials said. The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)… Continue reading End of US low-value package tariff exemption is permanent, Trump officials say