Istana Negara holds prayers to commemorate Hari Hol

KUALA LUMPUR: Istana Negara today organised a special Yasin recitation and tahlil prayers in conjunction with Hari Hol to commemorate Almarhum Sultan Iskandar. According to a post on the official Facebook page of Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar, the ceremony was attended by Comptroller of the Royal Household of Istana Negara Tan Sri Dr Azmi Rohani,… Continue reading Istana Negara holds prayers to commemorate Hari Hol

Apple revenue forecast beats estimates, tariff costs projected at $1.1 billion

SAN FRANCISCO: Apple forecast revenue for the current quarter ending in September well above Wall Street’s estimates on Thursday, sending shares up despite a warning from CEO Tim Cook that U.S. tariffs would add $1.1 billion in costs over the period. As the centerpiece of U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade war, those tariffs cost Apple… Continue reading Apple revenue forecast beats estimates, tariff costs projected at $1.1 billion
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35-year-old earning SGD100k wants to leave SG for life in KL

A 35-year-old man is going viral after revealing he’s considering walking away from a stable job and six-figure salary in Singapore — all in pursuit of a fresh start in Malaysia. In a heartfelt post on r/Malaysia, the man shared that he currently holds a secure position in Singapore’s education sector, earning about SGD100,000 (approximately… Continue reading 35-year-old earning SGD100k wants to leave SG for life in KL

Proton makes global history with launch of first-ever Bahasa Melayu Voice Recognition in new X50

PROTON has unveiled the world’s first Bahasa Melayu Voice Recognition (VR) system, integrated into the newly launched All-New Proton X50. This development positions the national automaker as a global pioneer in intelligent in-car technology, seven years after it first introduced its English-language “Hi Proton” voice assistant in 2018. At the core of the new Proton… Continue reading Proton makes global history with launch of first-ever Bahasa Melayu Voice Recognition in new X50
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Experts cautiously welcome AI and 5G vision

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s ambitious plan to expand 5G coverage and accelerate artificial intelligence (AI) adoption has drawn cautious praise from experts who say the country is on the right track but only if gaps in infrastructure, talent and governance are urgently addressed. “In the next five years, we’ll see rapid advancements in technologies like digital… Continue reading Experts cautiously welcome AI and 5G vision
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Trump orders tariffs on dozens of countries in push to reshape global trade

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump ordered the reimposition of tariffs on dozens of trading partners Thursday — his cornerstone strategy for reshaping global trade to benefit the US economy. However in a minor reprieve, the White House said the measures will take effect in a week, not this Friday as previously expected. The tariffs are a… Continue reading Trump orders tariffs on dozens of countries in push to reshape global trade
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German Olympian Laura Dahlmeier’s body recovery halted in Pakistan

AUTHORITIES have halted efforts to recover the body of German Olympic biathlete Laura Dahlmeier, who died in a mountaineering accident in Pakistan. Dahlmeier was struck by falling rocks while climbing Laila Peak in the Karakoram range at 5,700 metres. Dahlmeier’s management agency confirmed the decision, citing unsafe conditions. The Alpine Club of Pakistan and her… Continue reading German Olympian Laura Dahlmeier’s body recovery halted in Pakistan
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German Olympian Laura Dahlmeier’s body recovery halted in Pakistan

AUTHORITIES have halted efforts to recover the body of German Olympic biathlete Laura Dahlmeier, who died in a mountaineering accident in Pakistan. Dahlmeier was struck by falling rocks while climbing Laila Peak in the Karakoram range at 5,700 metres. Dahlmeier’s management agency confirmed the decision, citing unsafe conditions. The Alpine Club of Pakistan and her… Continue reading German Olympian Laura Dahlmeier’s body recovery halted in Pakistan

El Salvador ruling party proposes constitutional overhaul on elections

SAN SALVADOR: A ruling party lawmaker in El Salvador on Thursday sent a bill to modify the constitution to drastically overhaul how elections are run in the Central American nation. The amendment would open the door to indefinite presidential re-election, extend terms from five years to six and scrap run-offs. It would also shorten the… Continue reading El Salvador ruling party proposes constitutional overhaul on elections
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El Salvador ruling party proposes constitutional overhaul on elections

SAN SALVADOR: A ruling party lawmaker in El Salvador on Thursday sent a bill to modify the constitution to drastically overhaul how elections are run in the Central American nation. The amendment would open the door to indefinite presidential re-election, extend terms from five years to six and scrap run-offs. It would also shorten the… Continue reading El Salvador ruling party proposes constitutional overhaul on elections

Luis Diaz reveals Wirtz advice ahead of Bayern Munich move

LUIS DIAZ said former Liverpool teammate Florian Wirtz assured him he would “enjoy” a move to Bayern Munich as the Colombian was officially presented by the Bundesliga champions. The German club reportedly paid up to 75 million euros for the 28-year-old, who signed a contract until 2029. Wirtz, heavily linked with Bayern earlier, instead joined… Continue reading Luis Diaz reveals Wirtz advice ahead of Bayern Munich move
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Luis Diaz reveals Wirtz advice ahead of Bayern Munich move

LUIS DIAZ said former Liverpool teammate Florian Wirtz assured him he would “enjoy” a move to Bayern Munich as the Colombian was officially presented by the Bundesliga champions. The German club reportedly paid up to 75 million euros for the 28-year-old, who signed a contract until 2029. Wirtz, heavily linked with Bayern earlier, instead joined… Continue reading Luis Diaz reveals Wirtz advice ahead of Bayern Munich move

Russian strikes kill 16 people in Kyiv, including two children

KYIV: Russia launched waves of missiles and drones on Kyiv before dawn on Thursday, killing 16 people including two children, and wounding well over 100 others, officials in the Ukrainian capital said. President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, speaking earlier in his nightly video address, put the death toll at 14 and said rescue operations were continuing into… Continue reading Russian strikes kill 16 people in Kyiv, including two children
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Russian strikes kill 16 people in Kyiv, including two children

KYIV: Russia launched waves of missiles and drones on Kyiv before dawn on Thursday, killing 16 people including two children, and wounding well over 100 others, officials in the Ukrainian capital said. President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, speaking earlier in his nightly video address, put the death toll at 14 and said rescue operations were continuing into… Continue reading Russian strikes kill 16 people in Kyiv, including two children

Marvel’s wholesome First Family returns with charm

MARVEL Studios’ The Fantastic Four: First Steps is exactly what the MCU needed: a retro-futuristic breath of fresh air served with vintage aesthetics, cosmic threats and a family dynamic that finally feels… real. Directed by Matt Shakman, this PG-13 spectacle revives Marvel’s First Family with enough charm to win over diehard fans and enough self-awareness… Continue reading Marvel’s wholesome First Family returns with charm

PSG fined €148k by UEFA for fan misconduct in Champions League final

PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN (PSG) have been fined €148,000 by UEFA following fan misconduct during their Champions League final victory against Inter Milan in May. The European governing body confirmed the penalties on Thursday, citing multiple violations by supporters. The French club, which dominated Inter 5-0 at Munich’s Allianz Arena, faced charges including a pitch invasion, fireworks,… Continue reading PSG fined €148k by UEFA for fan misconduct in Champions League final
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PSG fined €148k by UEFA for fan misconduct in Champions League final

PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN (PSG) have been fined €148,000 by UEFA following fan misconduct during their Champions League final victory against Inter Milan in May. The European governing body confirmed the penalties on Thursday, citing multiple violations by supporters. The French club, which dominated Inter 5-0 at Munich’s Allianz Arena, faced charges including a pitch invasion, fireworks,… Continue reading PSG fined €148k by UEFA for fan misconduct in Champions League final

West Ham’s Lucas Paqueta cleared of betting breach charges by FA

WEST HAM UNITED midfielder Lucas Paqueta has been cleared of four alleged breaches of betting rules following an independent Regulatory Commission hearing, the Football Association confirmed on Thursday. The Brazilian was accused of deliberately seeking yellow cards in four Premier League matches between November 2022 and August 2023. The FA had alleged that Paqueta attempted… Continue reading West Ham’s Lucas Paqueta cleared of betting breach charges by FA
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Trump says special envoy Witkoff will travel to Russia after Israel trip

WASHINGTON: U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff will travel to Russia after his current trip to Israel, President Donald Trump said on Thursday. Trump did not give an itinerary for Witkoff, who has held extensive talks in Moscow with Russian President Vladimir Putin in the past. Trump has given Putin until August 8 to reach a… Continue reading Trump says special envoy Witkoff will travel to Russia after Israel trip
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West Ham’s Lucas Paqueta cleared of betting breach charges by FA

WEST HAM UNITED midfielder Lucas Paqueta has been cleared of four alleged breaches of betting rules following an independent Regulatory Commission hearing, the Football Association confirmed on Thursday. The Brazilian was accused of deliberately seeking yellow cards in four Premier League matches between November 2022 and August 2023. The FA had alleged that Paqueta attempted… Continue reading West Ham’s Lucas Paqueta cleared of betting breach charges by FA

Trump’s envoy meets Netanyahu for Gaza aid, ceasefire push

JERUSALEM: U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff met Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday in a bid to salvage Gaza truce talks and tackle a humanitarian crisis caused by Israel’s military assault in the enclave, where a global hunger monitor has warned that famine is unfolding. Shortly after Witkoff’s arrival, President Donald Trump posted on… Continue reading Trump’s envoy meets Netanyahu for Gaza aid, ceasefire push
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Trump’s envoy meets Netanyahu for Gaza aid, ceasefire push

JERUSALEM: U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff met Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday in a bid to salvage Gaza truce talks and tackle a humanitarian crisis caused by Israel’s military assault in the enclave, where a global hunger monitor has warned that famine is unfolding. Shortly after Witkoff’s arrival, President Donald Trump posted on… Continue reading Trump’s envoy meets Netanyahu for Gaza aid, ceasefire push

“Show some manners!” — M’sian nurse double parks outside school, flashes middle finger when told to move

A woman believed to be a nurse has drawn the ire of netizens after a viral dashcam video showed her double parking in front of a school and responding with a rude hand gesture when asked to move. The incident, which occurred around 2.30pm on July 30, was captured on a dashcam and later uploaded… Continue reading “Show some manners!” — M’sian nurse double parks outside school, flashes middle finger when told to move

Malaysia hosts SDMX workshop to boost regional statistical capacity

IPOH: Malaysia recently hosted the International Workshop on Advanced Statistical Data and Metadata Exchange (SDMX) at the Malaysian Statistical Training Institute (ILSM) in Sungkai, Perak. In a statement, the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM) said the workshop was held in collaboration with the United Nations Statistics Division (UNSD), the Asian Development Bank (ADB), and the… Continue reading Malaysia hosts SDMX workshop to boost regional statistical capacity

White House says Thailand tariff rate is 19%

BANGKOK: Thailand faces a 19% U.S. tariff on its exports, the White House said on its website. Washington had threatened to impose a 36% levy on imports from Thailand, Southeast Asia’s second-largest economy – REUTERS
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White House says Thailand tariff rate is 19%

BANGKOK: Thailand faces a 19% U.S. tariff on its exports, the White House said on its website. Washington had threatened to impose a 36% levy on imports from Thailand, Southeast Asia’s second-largest economy – REUTERS

US slashes tariff on Malaysian goods to 19%

PETALING JAYA: The United States has reduced its reciprocal tariff rate on Malaysian goods to 19%, down from the previously imposed 25% under Executive Order 14257. The revised rate, announced through a new presidential order issued on July 31, reflects improved trade and security engagement between both countries, marking a step forward in bilateral economic… Continue reading US slashes tariff on Malaysian goods to 19%

Pakistan jails more than 100 members of ex-PM Imran Khan’s party for 2023 riots

LAHORE: A Pakistani anti-terrorism court on Thursday sentenced more than 100 members of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s party to prison terms on charges related to riots that targeted military sites in 2023, a court order said. Fifty-eight of the defendants, who included parliamentarians and senior officials, were sentenced to 10 years in prison… Continue reading Pakistan jails more than 100 members of ex-PM Imran Khan’s party for 2023 riots
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Pakistan jails more than 100 members of ex-PM Imran Khan’s party for 2023 riots

LAHORE: A Pakistani anti-terrorism court on Thursday sentenced more than 100 members of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s party to prison terms on charges related to riots that targeted military sites in 2023, a court order said. Fifty-eight of the defendants, who included parliamentarians and senior officials, were sentenced to 10 years in prison… Continue reading Pakistan jails more than 100 members of ex-PM Imran Khan’s party for 2023 riots

Global passenger demand grows 2.6% in June 2025, says IATA

KUALA LUMPUR: The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reported a 2.6 per cent increase in global passenger demand for June 2025, marking a slower growth rate compared to previous months. The aviation body attributed the deceleration to disruptions caused by military conflicts in the Middle East. IATA Director General Willie Walsh noted that while demand… Continue reading Global passenger demand grows 2.6% in June 2025, says IATA

Trump orders tariffs on dozens of countries in push to reshape global trade

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump ordered the reimposition of tariffs on dozens of trading partners Thursday — his cornerstone strategy for reshaping global trade to benefit the US economy. However in a minor reprieve, the White House said the measures will take effect in a week, not this Friday as previously expected. The tariffs are a… Continue reading Trump orders tariffs on dozens of countries in push to reshape global trade

Digital inclusion index to bridge access gap

PETALING JAYA: The Digital Ministry is developing the Malaysia Digital Inclusion Index to serve as a national benchmark for assessing digital access, usage and benefits, with the goal of ensuring equitable access to technology across the country. In a written response to Parliament, the ministry said the index would leverage comprehensive data on digital infrastructure,… Continue reading Digital inclusion index to bridge access gap
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Digital inclusion index to bridge access gap

PETALING JAYA: The Digital Ministry is developing the Malaysia Digital Inclusion Index to serve as a national benchmark for assessing digital access, usage and benefits, with the goal of ensuring equitable access to technology across the country. In a written response to Parliament, the ministry said the index would leverage comprehensive data on digital infrastructure,… Continue reading Digital inclusion index to bridge access gap
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Trump says special envoy Witkoff will travel to Russia after Israel trip

WASHINGTON: U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff will travel to Russia after his current trip to Israel, President Donald Trump said on Thursday. Trump did not give an itinerary for Witkoff, who has held extensive talks in Moscow with Russian President Vladimir Putin in the past. Trump has given Putin until August 8 to reach a… Continue reading Trump says special envoy Witkoff will travel to Russia after Israel trip

Education push praised, execution crucial

PETALING JAYA: The government’s RM67 billion education allocation under the 13th Malaysia Plan has been widely welcomed as a bold move to fix long-standing weaknesses in Malaysia’s school system, but experts say money alone won’t be enough. National Association of Private Educational Institutions deputy president Dr Teh Choon Jin said the funding signals strong political… Continue reading Education push praised, execution crucial