August 2025 – Page 144 – Thesundailymys

Two Chinese nationals charged for illegal Nvidia AI chip exports to China

CALIFORNIA: Two Chinese nationals in California have been arrested and charged with illegally exporting tens of millions of dollars’ worth of Nvidia AI chips to China, including the advanced H100 model. The U.S. Justice Department announced the charges on Tuesday, citing violations of export control laws. Chuan Geng, 28, of Pasadena, and Shiwei Yang, 28,… Continue reading

US drops death penalty for Mexican drug lords Caro Quintero, Zambada

NEW YORK: The U.S. Justice Department said on Tuesday it will not seek the death penalty for accused Mexican drug traffickers Rafael Caro Quintero and Ismael Zambada despite allegations of deep ties to cartel violence. Caro Quintero was extradited to the U.S. in February alongside 28 other suspected cartel members as part of the biggest… Continue reading

Mixed reactions to monthly EPF payouts

PETALING JAYA: The plan to revamp Employees Provident Fund (EPF) to provide monthly pension-style payouts has sparked lively debate among Malaysians, with both retirees and active contributors voicing a mix of support and concern. Retired banker R. Selvasingam, 67, is firmly against the proposed shift to fixed monthly disbursements. “I totally disagree with this idea.… Continue reading

Trump accuses banks of discrimination as White House prepares order

WASHINGTON/NEW YORK: President Donald Trump on Tuesday said he believes that banks, including JPMorgan and Bank of America, discriminate against him and his supporters, as he prepares to act against banks for allegedly dropping customers for political reasons. Trump also said the country’s top two lenders had previously rejected his deposits, ramping up his attack… Continue reading

Trump to name Fed board nominee this week, narrows chair search to four

WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump announced he will select a nominee to fill an upcoming vacancy on the Federal Reserve’s Board of Governors by the end of the week. He also revealed that his search for a replacement for Fed Chair Jerome Powell has been narrowed to four candidates. “I’ll be making that decision before… Continue reading

Malaysia, Philippines boost ASEAN cooperation for regional stability

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia and the Philippines are committed to strengthening strategic cooperation to ensure a more peaceful and united future for ASEAN, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. In a Facebook post tonight, Anwar said the commitment was among the matters discussed during a phone conversation with Philippine President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr today.… Continue reading

Texas redistricting battle sparks national fight for Congress control

TEXAS: The political battle over Texas’ congressional redistricting is escalating into a nationwide fight, with Republicans and Democrats locked in an unprecedented mid-decade arms race to control the U.S. House of Representatives. At the urging of former President Donald Trump, Texas Republicans have proposed new congressional maps aimed at flipping five Democrat-held House seats in… Continue reading

Foreigner arrested for alleged molestation of teen in Rawang

KUALA LUMPUR: A foreign man who is suspected of molesting a teenage girl in Bukit Sentosa, Rawang recently has been arrested by the police today. Hulu Selangor district police chief Supt Ibrahim Husin said the man was arrested after the police received a report from the victim around 3 pm Sunday. “The suspect, 21, was… Continue reading

No Malaysians affected by Laos floods, says Foreign Ministry

KUALA LUMPUR: There have been no reports of Malaysians being affected by the floods following Typhoon Wipha and Southwest Monsoon rains in Laos, Malaysia’s Foreign Ministry said. In a media advisory on Tuesday, the ministry nevertheless advised all Malaysians residing in or travelling through Laos to exercise caution, follow the instructions of local authorities, and… Continue reading

Kelantan Immigration uncovers fake stamps for Thai workers

PASIR MAS: The Kelantan Immigration Department has detected the existence of a handful of agents believed to be using fake stamps to manage the entry of Thai workers into the country. Its director Mohamed Yusoff Khan Mohd Hassan said the anomaly was detected after his department detained six road tour vehicles that entered the country… Continue reading

UN warns of catastrophic risks as Israel considers Gaza expansion

NEW YORK: The United Nations on Tuesday called reports about a possible decision to expand Israel’s military operations throughout the Gaza Strip “deeply alarming” if true. U.N. Assistant Secretary-General Miroslav Jenca told a U.N. Security Council meeting on the situation in Gaza that such a move “would risk catastrophic consequences … and could further endanger… Continue reading

Netanyahu weighs Gaza takeover as war intensifies and hunger spreads

TEL AVIV: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met senior security officials to finalise a new strategy for the nearly two-year war in the Gaza Strip, his office said on Tuesday, with media reporting he favoured a complete military takeover of the Israeli-occupied Palestinian territory. Despite intense international pressure for a ceasefire to ease hunger and… Continue reading

Russia claims control of Sichneve village in Ukraine’s Dnipropetrovsk region

MOSCOW: Russian forces pressing their slow advance through eastern Ukraine have captured the village of Sichneve in east-central Dnipropetrovsk region, the Russian Defence Ministry said on Tuesday. Russian forces have for months been pushing westward along sections of the 1,000-km (620-mile) front line, capturing new villages nearly on a daily basis, mainly in Donetsk region.… Continue reading

Malaysia’s king visits Russia to enhance high-tech and ASEAN cooperation

MOSCOW: Russian President Vladimir Putin and His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, the King of Malaysia, may discuss cooperation in high-tech, interaction in ASEAN, trade, and militaryâ€‘technical collaboration during the Malaysian monarch’s visit to Russia. This was the opinion of the Director of the Institute of Asian and African Studies at Moscow State University, Alexey Maslov. “Firstly,… Continue reading

NGO receives new tech for free eye screening initiative

IPOH: Pertubuhan Pembangunan Insan Sikh Perak has received a boost for their free eye screening programme after it was presented with a fundus camera equipped with the latest technology, such as diagnostic imaging, documentation and monitoring, as well as high-magnification, non-invasive and quick examination. Such technology is essential for early detection, diagnosis and management of… Continue reading

KPK reviews new rubber planting allocations in Ranau to aid poverty

KUALA LUMPUR: The Ministry of Plantation and Commodities (KPK) through the Malaysian Rubber Board, is re-evaluating the need to increase allocations for the opening of new rubber planting areas, particularly in hardcore poverty areas such as Ranau. In a written parliamentary reply published on the Dewan Rakyat portal today, the ministry said that, as a… Continue reading

PM Anwar urges fresh look at Asian history beyond colonial views

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called for a deeper appreciation of Asian history that moves beyond colonial narratives, citing Tipu Sultan of Mysore, an Indian ruler who fought against the British East India Company as a model of courage, learning, and tolerance. He said that the contributions of Tipu Sultan and… Continue reading

Decomposing body of elderly woman found in locked Kuala Krai flat

KOTA BHARU: The decomposing body of an elderly woman was found in her residence in Flat Sri Guchil, Kuala Krai on Tuesday (August 5) afternoon. Kuala Krai Fire and Rescue Station operations commander Mohd Khairul Duha Abdul Halim said the victim, known as Halimatun Yusoff, 69, who lived alone, was found at 2.08 pm in… Continue reading

Beauty secrets passed down

THERE is an overflow of high-tech skincare and TikTok beauty trends right now. It is easy to forget that some of the most effective beauty rituals do not come from a lab, but from our grandmothers’ kitchens. Across generations and continents, natural remedies using humble ingredients have stood the test of time. Many of these… Continue reading

13MP – RM1 trillion semiconductor exports by 2030 target ‘ambitious yet achievable’

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia’s plan to boost semiconductor exports to RM1 trillion by 2030, a centrepiece of the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), has been hailed as ambitious yet achievable by industry leaders, though economists warn that structural reforms will be key to ensuring the benefits translate into broader economic gains. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim,… Continue reading

Public debate heats up over pension-style EPF payments

PETALING JAYA: Public debate is heating up over the government’s proposal to restructure the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) withdrawal mechanism under the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), with economists and political figures voicing concerns over its potential impact on retirees’ financial freedom and long-term wellbeing. On Monday, the MCA called for a balanced approach to the… Continue reading

Man Utd and Newcastle bid for Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko

Premier League clubs Manchester United and Newcastle United have reportedly made competing bids for RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko, according to German tabloid Bild. The 22-year-old Slovenian forward has attracted strong interest following his performances last season. Manchester United tabled an initial offer of 85 million euros (£73.9 million) on Tuesday, matching Newcastle’s revised bid… Continue reading

Florian Wirtz unfazed by Liverpool’s record transfer fee

FLORIAN Wirtz insists his hefty price tag “doesn’t matter” as he gears up for his Premier League debut with Liverpool. The 22-year-old attacking midfielder joined the Reds from Bayer Leverkusen in a deal worth up to £116 million, potentially setting a British transfer record. Speaking after Liverpool’s 3-2 friendly win over Athletic Bilbao, Wirtz remained… Continue reading

Operasi cari warga Turkiye masuki hari keenam masih tiada petunjuk

KUALA TERENGGANU: Operasi mencari dan menyelamat (Carilamat) seorang warga Turkiye yang hilang di perairan Pulau Yu masih belum menemui sebarang petunjuk selepas memasuki hari keenam. Pengarah Maritim Negeri Terengganu, Kapten Maritim Hamiludin Che Awang, berkata usaha mengesan Eser Demirkol, 52, belum menunjukkan perkembangan positif walaupun pelbagai kaedah pencarian telah digunakan. “Operasi hari keenam bermula 7… Continue reading

Thailand harap gencatan senjata kekal menjelang mesyuarat GBC

BANGKOK: Thailand berharap Mesyuarat Jawatankuasa Am Sempadan Am (GBC) dengan Kemboja di Malaysia akan membawa kepada gencatan senjata berkekalan dan penyelesaian secara aman, menurut Jurucakap Kementerian Luar Nikorndej Balankura. Mesyuarat peringkat setiausaha GBC sedang berlangsung di Kuala Lumpur sebagai persediaan sebelum mesyuarat luar biasa pada 7 Ogos. Nikorndej menyatakan bahawa perbincangan sedang dijalankan mengenai draf… Continue reading

Gaza civil defence reports 26 killed in Israeli attacks

GAZA CITY: Gaza’s civil defence agency reported that 26 people were killed by Israeli gunfire and air strikes on Tuesday, including 14 waiting near an aid distribution site. Civil defence spokesman Mahmud Bassal told AFP that eight died from Israeli gunfire near Khan Yunis, while six more were killed and 21 injured in central Gaza… Continue reading

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