August 2025 – Page 150 – Thesundailymys

Novak Djokovic withdraws from Cincinnati Masters ahead of US Open

Novak Djokovic has withdrawn from the ATP Cincinnati Masters, just weeks before the US Open begins. The decision comes exactly one year after his gold medal victory at the Paris Olympics. Tournament officials confirmed the news, leaving the 38-year-old Serb without any match practice since his Wimbledon semi-final defeat to Jannik Sinner. Djokovic, a three-time… Continue reading

Couple in Ford Mustang dies after crash into power poles near Segamat

SEGAMAT: A married couple died tragically after the car they were travelling in skidded and crashed into power poles at KM13 of Jalan Segamat-Kuantan on Monday (August 4) evening. Segamat police chief Supt Ahmad Zamry Marinsah said the accident is believed to have occurred when a Ford Mustang driven by the 50-year-old local man and… Continue reading

Two-year-old boy found dead in Sibu sewer after manhole fall

SIBU: A two-year-old boy was found dead in a sewer after he is believed to have fallen through a manhole at Jalan Pedada here on Monday (August 4). A Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) Operations Centre spokesperson said the victim, identified as Ehthin Ling, was confirmed dead at the scene by the Ministry of… Continue reading

Czech midfielder Pavel Sulc joins Lyon in €10m deal

LYON: Czech attacking midfielder Pavel Sulc has completed his move to Olympique Lyonnais, signing a four-year deal with the French club. The transfer from Viktoria Plzen includes a base fee of €7.5 million, with potential add-ons reaching €2.5 million. The 25-year-old, who has earned 14 caps for the Czech national team, brings an impressive track… Continue reading

Sunderland coach Le Bris signs new contract until 2028

SUNDERLAND head coach Regis Le Bris has signed a new long-term contract with the club, keeping him at the Stadium of Light until 2028. The 49-year-old Frenchman, who joined in June 2024 after leaving Lorient, guided the Black Cats back to the Premier League after an eight-year absence. Le Bris led Sunderland to a dramatic… Continue reading

Three things we learned from the Hungarian Grand Prix

FERRARI may have endured another afternoon to forget in Hungary on Sunday with polesitter Charles Leclerc finishing fourth and Lewis Hamilton a disappointing 12th, but their underlying performance showed they could be challengers for victories this season. Post-race analysis and reaction to Hamilton’s emotional outbursts revealed a very different evaluation of a race dominated by… Continue reading

Economists strike cautious tone over impact of US’s 19% tariff on Malaysian products

PETALING JAYA: The government’s announcement of a “victory” in reducing the United States’ tariffs on Malaysian exports from 25% to 19% has drawn cautious reactions from economists, who argue that the move may not deliver the relief many are expecting. While the revised rate is lower, experts point out that the new figure is still… Continue reading

Call for action to address woes of healthcare workers

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia’s public healthcare system is buckling under the weight of mounting workloads, chronic understaffing and years of underinvestment, said Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia public health medicine specialist Prof Dr Sharifa Ezat Wan Puteh. Weighing in on the heated debate over healthcare workers’ hours, Sharifa said the issue is not whether doctors clock in 42… Continue reading

Kompleks Satria Pertiwi unveiled as Sarawak Premier’s new official office

KUCHING: Sarawak has unveiled its newest landmark, Kompleks Satria Pertiwi, as the official office of the Sarawak Premier. The symbolic opening ceremony, held at the complex grounds, was graced by Sarawak Governor Tun Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar and coincided with the 75th birthday of Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. Located opposite the Sarawak… Continue reading

Sultan Ibrahim begins historic state visit to Russia from August 5

MOSCOW: The Russian capital is prepared to welcome His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, as he begins his first state visit to Russia from August 5 to 10. The visit, at the invitation of President Vladimir Putin, marks a historic milestone in Malaysia-Russia relations since diplomatic ties were established in 1967. Malaysian Ambassador to… Continue reading

Man caught after failed snatch theft attempt in Setia Alam

SHAH ALAM: A man’s attempt to snatch a necklace from a local in Setia Alam was thwarted when bystanders caught him yesterday evening. Shah Alam police chief ACP Mohd Iqbal Ibrahim said the incident occurred at 7.07 pm when the 37-year-old victim was heading to his car. The suspect, riding a motorcycle, tried to pull… Continue reading

JAKOA allocates RM1 mln for Orang Asli Tabika in Kuala Betis

GUA MUSANG: The Department of Orang Asli Development (JAKOA) has allocated RM1 million to construct a new preschool (Tabika) in Kampung Orang Asli Teranek, Kuala Betis. The project aims to enhance early childhood education facilities for the Orang Asli community. JAKOA Director-General Datuk Sapiah Mohd Nor stated that the new Tabika is essential as classes… Continue reading

Malaysia launches Asean Energy Business Forum ahead of ministers’ meeting in October

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has officially launched the Asean Energy Business Forum 2025 (AEBF 2025), setting the stage for the region’s most significant clean energy platform ahead of the Asean Ministers on Energy Meeting in October. The forum will focus on advancing the Enhanced Asean Power Grid and mobilising the massive investment needed for the region’s… Continue reading

Malaysia does not sacrifice national interests for special treatment: Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia does not sacrifice national interests to obtain special treatment, Investment, Trade and Industry Ministry Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz said, adding that bilateral negotiations with the United States recently maintained the country’s unique policies. He said preserving the country’s unique policies includes protections for strategic industries and Bumiputera provisions. “The United… Continue reading

Pasangan suami isteri maut nahas Ford Mustang di Segamat

SEGAMAT: Pasangan suami isteri maut setelah kenderaan yang mereka naiki terbabas dan melanggar tiang elektrik di KM13 Jalan Segamat-Kuantan, petang tadi. Ketua Polis Daerah Segamat Supt Ahmad Zamry Marinsah berkata kemalangan itu membabitkan kereta jenis Ford Mustang yang dipandu lelaki tempatan yang dalam perjalanan menghala ke Segamat. Beliau berkata setibanya di lokasi kejadian kereta itu… Continue reading

Ringgit ditutup tinggi berbanding Dolar US

KUALA LUMPUR, 4 Ogos (Bernama) — Ringgit ditutup tinggi berbanding dolar US pada Isnin susulan laporan pekerjaan Amerika Syarikat (AS) yang lemah, seterusnya mempengaruhi jangkaan pasaran terhadap Rizab Persektuan (Fed) AS. Pada 6 petang, ringgit meningkat kepada 4.2350/2385 berbanding dolar US daripada 4.2750/2815 ketika ditutup pada Jumaat. Pengarah Urusan SPI Asset Management Stephen Innes berkata… Continue reading

Oasis Home targets RM10 million plus annual revenue from new halal health and wellness product line

PUCHONG: Oasis Home Holding Bhd expects to generate more than RM10 million in yearly revenue from its new halal health supplement and wellness product line developed under a joint venture with livestream marketing agency GIMCare (M) Sdn Bhd. CEO Datuk Jaden Teoh Yee Seang said the figure is based on performance benchmarks from GIMCare and… Continue reading

Ahmad Maslan marah penyelenggaraan teruk jalan telupid-sandakan, menyusahkan rakyat

SANDAKAN:Timbalan Menteri Kerja Raya Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan hari ini meluahkan rasa tidak puas hati dan marah beliau terhadap kerja penyelenggaraan jalan dari Telupid ke Sandakan yang teruk, sehingga dilihat sebagai amat menyusahkan rakyat negeri itu. Ahmad berkata beliau faham jalan itu terlibat dengan pembinaan projek Lebuh Raya Pan Borneo, namun kontraktor projek juga perlu… Continue reading

ClientEarth launches climate guide

KUALA LUMPUR: ClientEarth, a non-governmental organisation focused on climate justice and clean energy transition, has launched Guide on Climate Action for Boards in Southeast Asia. The guide, co-published by Climate Governance Malaysia and Earth on Board, aims to provide corporate directors with insights to address the increasing complexity of climate-related legal risks, regulations, and governance… Continue reading

Wasco scales up global sustainability efforts

KUALA LUMPUR: Riding high on its recent win as Company of the Year (Energy Solutions) at the CSR Malaysia Awards 2025, Wasco Berhad is looking to scale up its global sustainability efforts, with a strong focus on deepening community engagement and driving forward Malaysia’s energy transition goals. The group is expected to accelerate initiatives aligned… Continue reading

Iran demands US accountability for nuclear site attacks in future talks

TEHRAN: Iran stated on Monday that holding the United States accountable for attacks on its nuclear sites would be a key condition in any future negotiations, while rejecting the possibility of direct talks with Washington. The US joined Israel in striking Iranian nuclear facilities in June, disrupting ongoing discussions about Tehran’s atomic program. Foreign ministry… Continue reading

Trump umum kapal selam nuklear as ditempatkan di “lokasi sepatutnya”

WASHINGTON: Presiden Amerika Syarikat (AS) Donald Trump, pada Ahad berkata dua kapal selam nuklear tiba di lokasi yang ditetapkan, hanya dua hari selepas beliau mengarahkan penempatannya, lapor agensi berita Xinhua. “Saya keluarkan kenyataan dan jawapannya ialah, kedua-dua kapal kini berada di rantau … di mana mereka sepatutnya berada,” kata Trump. Trump sebelum ini, pada Jumaat,… Continue reading

Tesla approves $29 billion share award for CEO Elon Musk

CALIFORNIA: Tesla has approved a share award worth approximately $29 billion for CEO Elon Musk, part of a new compensation deal to ensure his leadership as the company transitions from its struggling auto business to robotaxis and humanoid robots. The 96 million new shares serve as an initial “good faith” payment, honoring Musk’s 2018 $50… Continue reading

Flexible EPF pension approach needed under 13MP, says MP

KUALA LUMPUR: The first day of debate on the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) motion in Parliament highlighted calls for a flexible approach to the proposed monthly pension scheme via Employees Provident Fund (EPF) savings. Government and opposition MPs raised issues spanning social protection, education, and public welfare. Datuk Mohd Shahar Abdullah (BN-Paya Besar) emphasised that… Continue reading

Mahkamah Rayuan tolak rayuan Bersatu isu 4 kerusi Sabah

PUTRAJAYA: Bersatu gagal dalam rayuannya untuk memperoleh kebenaran memulakan semakan kehakiman bagi mencabar keputusan Speaker Dewan Rakyat Tan Sri Johari Abdul tidak mengisytiharkan kekosongan empat kerusi Parlimen di Sabah yang dimenangi bekas ahli parti itu semasa pilihan raya umum lepas. Panel tiga hakim Mahkamah Rayuan diketuai Datuk Che Mohd Ruzima Ghazali, yang bersidang bersama-sama Datuk… Continue reading

Bayi lelaki hidup ditemui di pondok bas Pasir Puteh

PASIR PUTEH: Seorang bayi lelaki yang masih hidup ditemui di sebuah pondok bas di Jalan Lama Kulim menghala ke Lembaga Kemajuan Ikan Malaysia Tok Bali di Pasir Puteh pada kira-kira 1 tengah hari tadi. Ketua Polis Daerah Pasir Puteh Supt Zaizul Rizal Zakaria berkata bayi yang cukup sifat itu dibalut dengan kain pelekat dan diletakkan… Continue reading

Police seek help to find missing man at Bukit Tabur in KL

KUALA LUMPUR: Police are seeking public assistance to locate a 43-year-old man with a mental disability who went missing near Bukit Tabur. Norhafsham Nazri was last seen on Aug 1 in Kampung Warisan Taman Melawati. Ampang Jaya police chief ACP Mohd Azam Ismail confirmed a report was filed by the victim’s father on Aug 2.… Continue reading

Sunway iLabs, Cradle Fund team up to launch Startup Deep Tech Ventures Lab

PETALING JAYA: In a strategic leap to supercharge innovation across Southeast Asia, Sunway iLabs, the innovation arm of Sunway Group, is partnering with Cradle Fund Sdn Bhd to launch the Startup Deep Tech Ventures Lab (DTVL) – a transformative six-month co-creation programme dedicated to building and scaling high-impact artificial intelligence (AI) and deep technology startups.… Continue reading

Perbahasan RMK13: Isu KWSP, pendidikan & kebajikan rakyat dibangkitkan

KUALA LUMPUR: Sesi perbahasan hari pertama usul Rancangan Malaysia Ke-13 (RMK13) di Dewan Rakyat menyaksikan pelbagai isu kritikal dibangkitkan oleh wakil rakyat dari kedua-dua pihak kerajaan dan pembangkang. Fokus utama perbincangan merangkumi perlindungan sosial, reformasi pendidikan, dan langkah menyokong kesejahteraan rakyat. Cadangan KWSP Fleksibel Datuk Mohd Shahar Abdullah (BN-Paya Besar) menekankan pentingnya pendekatan fleksibel dalam… Continue reading

Kelantan MB urges preachers to tackle modern challenges, protect Muslim identity

KOTA BHARU: Kelantan Menteri Besar Datuk Mohd Nassuruddin Daud has called on preachers in the state to deepen their understanding of contemporary challenges to effectively counter negative influences threatening Muslim faith and identity. He highlighted the urgency of this task, given rapid technological advancements and the widespread availability of information. “Information spreads at lightning speed.… Continue reading

Dino dan Sathiya terharu dengan bantuan FINAS melalui Ziarah Seni MADANI

KUALA LUMPUR: Dua artis veteran tanah air, Mohd Shah Rosli atau Dino dan Sathia Periasamy atau lebih mesra dikenali Sathiya melahirkan rasa terharu atas keprihatinan Kementerian Komunikasi dan Perbadanan Kemajuan Filem Nasional Malaysia (FINAS) yang menyantuni mereka menerusi program Ziarah Seni MADANI FINAS, hari ini. Dino, 50, yang juga anggota kumpulan Nico G kini berehat… Continue reading

AGC reviews preliminary report on Zara Qairina’s death case

KUALA LUMPUR: The Attorney General’s Chambers (AGC) is currently reviewing the full preliminary investigation report submitted by the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) regarding the death of 13-year-old student Zara Qairina Mahathir. The AGC confirmed in a statement that the report was received on 3 Aug at its Sabah branch and on 4 Aug at its… Continue reading

Awas sindiket tipu bantuan SARA – Polis ingatkan orang ramai

KUALA LUMPUR: Orang ramai dinasihatkan agar berwaspada terhadap kegiatan sindiket penipuan yang menyalahgunakan Program Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) bernilai RM100 seperti diumumkan Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim baru-baru ini. Pengarah Jabatan Siasatan Jenayah Komersial (JSJK) Bukit Aman Datuk Rusdi Mohd Isa berkata sindiket ini dipercayai akan aktif kembali untuk menipu mangsa dengan mendapatkan maklumat… Continue reading

Polis cari lelaki OKU hilang di Ampang sejak 1 Ogos

KUALA LUMPUR: Polis memohon bantuan orang ramai bagi mengesan seorang lelaki Orang Kurang Upaya (OKU) berusia 43 tahun yang dilaporkan hilang sejak 1 Ogos lalu. Ketua Polis Daerah Ampang Jaya ACP Mohd Azam Ismail berkata, laporan kehilangan Norhafsham Nazri diterima daripada bapanya pada 2 Ogos sekitar 1.04 tengah hari. “Pengadu menyatakan dia menghantar anaknya berehat… Continue reading

FINAS Ziarah Seni MADANI aids artistes Dino and Sathiya in KL

KUALA LUMPUR: The National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (FINAS) brought relief to veteran performers Dino and Sathiya through its Ziarah Seni MADANI initiative, highlighting the government’s commitment to supporting local artistes in need. Dino, 50, a member of the 1990s group Nico G, is recovering from a mild stroke that has left him unable to… Continue reading

12-Year-old Yu Zidi stuns the world, emerges as swimming’s new star in Singapore

SINGAPORE: At just 12 years old, China’s Yu Zidi made a stunning debut at the World Aquatics Championships, reaching three individual finals and earning a relay medal – a breakout performance that turned heads at a meet marked by world records and intense rivalries. The eight-day swimming competition concluded Sunday in Singapore with three world… Continue reading

Pahang Sultan calls for deeper Syariah enactment reforms

KUANTAN: The Sultan of Pahang, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, has called for a thorough review of the state’s Syariah enactments, stressing the need for reforms that go beyond superficial changes. He emphasised aligning the legal framework with Maqasid Syariah principles—protecting religion, life, intellect, lineage, and wealth—to address contemporary challenges. Speaking at the 196th… Continue reading

PayNet joins MIT CSAIL’s research initiative to advance AI-driven financial innovation

PETALING JAYA: Payments Network Malaysia Sdn Bhd (PayNet) has become the sole Malaysian founding member of MIT CSAIL’s research initiative, FinTechAI@CSAIL, reinforcing its leadership in artificial intelligence-driven financial innovation. “The rise of AI presents both an opportunity and a responsibility. As Malaysia’s national payments infrastructure provider, we’re committed to shaping technology that safeguards trust and… Continue reading

Malaysia launches first waqf for turtle conservation in Terengganu

KUALA LUMPUR: The Sultan of Terengganu, Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin, has launched Malaysia’s first waqf dedicated to marine conservation, focusing on endangered turtle species. The initiative, named ‘Wakaf Kelestarian Alam: Konservasi Penyu Terengganu,‘ aims to strengthen conservation efforts through structured Islamic financing. During the event, Sultan Mizan also introduced the RHB Sukuk Dana Hafeez, a… Continue reading

First one-stop labour centre launched in Sabah by KESUMA and HRD Corp

KOTA KINABALU: The Ministry of Human Resources (KESUMA) and the Human Resource Development Corporation (HRD Corp) have launched the KESUMA Sabah One-Stop Labour Centre and HRD Corp Sabah Office at Sutera Avenue. This marks the first such integrated facility in the state, consolidating labour-related services for easier public access. HRD Corp stated that the centre… Continue reading

Accredited fire safety officers gain full inspection authority in Malaysia

KUCHING: Accredited Fire Safety Managers and Officers will soon have full authority to conduct internal inspections and submit technical reports for Fire Certificate renewals, eliminating the need for annual physical checks by the Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM). JBPM Director-General Datuk Seri Nor Hisham Mohammad announced the new self-regulated enforcement approach, set for full… Continue reading

Thailand dan Kemboja komited capai kedamaian di sempadan

KUALA LUMPUR:Thailand dan Kemboja menunjukkan komitmen tinggi untuk menghentikan konflik di sempadan semasa perbincangan peringkat sekretariat di Wisma Perwira, Angkatan Tentera Malaysia. Mesyuarat ini membincangkan terma rujukan bagi penubuhan Pasukan Pemerhati Atase Pertahanan ASEAN (AMT). Panglima Angkatan Tentera Malaysia, Jeneral Tan Sri Mohd Nizam Jaffar, berkata AMT akan memastikan kedua-dua negara mematuhi gencatan senjata yang… Continue reading

Police warn of scams targeting SARA aid recipients in Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR: Police have issued a warning about potential scams targeting recipients of the RM100 Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) aid. Bukit Aman Commercial Crime Investigation Department director Datuk Rusdi Mohd Isa urged the public to stay vigilant against syndicates posing as government officials to steal personal and banking details. Scammers often use fake messages, phishing… Continue reading

Malaysia enforces community service for litterbugs under new law

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Plastics Manufacturers Association (MPMA) has welcomed the passing of the Solid Waste and Public Cleansing Management (Amendment) Bill 2025, which introduces community service as punishment for littering. Courts can now sentence offenders to up to 12 hours of cleanup work, alongside fines ranging from RM2,000 to RM10,000. MPMA president CC Cheah… Continue reading

AGC teliti laporan siasatan awal kes kematian Zara Qairina

KUALA LUMPUR: Jabatan Peguam Negara (AGC) kini sedang meneliti laporan penuh siasatan awal yang diterima daripada Polis Diraja Malaysia (PDRM) berhubung kes kematian pelajar Tingkatan Satu, Zara Qairina Mahathir. Menurut kenyataan rasmi AGC, laporan tersebut telah diterima pada 3 Ogos di Cawangan Sabah dan 4 Ogos di Ibu Pejabat Jabatan Peguam Negara di Putrajaya. “Proses… Continue reading

RMR loan repayments surge 57% to RM117 million in 2025

KUALA LUMPUR: Loan repayments under the Rumah Mesra Rakyat (RMR) programme have surged by 57 per cent, reaching RM117 million as of June 30, 2025. Deputy Housing and Local Government Minister Datuk Aiman Athirah Sabu highlighted the significant improvement, up from RM74.94 million collected in the same period last year. “This RM42.51 million increase demonstrates… Continue reading

Sultan Mizan lancar wakaf konservasi penyu

KUALA LUMPUR: Sultan Terengganu Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin hari ini berkenan melancarkan ‘Wakaf Kelestarian Alam: Konservasi Penyu Terengganu’, model wakaf pertama di Malaysia yang memberikan tumpuan kepada pemeliharaan hidupan laut khususnya spesies terancam seperti penyu. Baginda turut berkenan melancarkan RHB Sukuk Dana Hafeez bagi menyokong usaha pemuliharaan penyu menerusi program wakaf itu. Terdahulu, Sultan Mizan… Continue reading

Ahmad Maslan criticises poor maintenance of Telupid-Sandakan road

SANDAKAN: Deputy Works Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan has voiced strong dissatisfaction over the poor maintenance of the Telupid-Sandakan road, a segment of the Pan Borneo Highway project. He emphasised that contractors are contractually obligated to ensure road usability during construction. “Under the agreement, they must maintain roads in construction zones properly. The current state… Continue reading

Lebih 60,000 pekerja sertai kesatuan sekerja di Sabah – Hajiji

KOTA KINABALU: Sebanyak 60,764 pekerja di Sabah telah menjadi ahli kesatuan sekerja berdaftar di negeri ini, kata Ketua Menteri Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor. Beliau berkata daripada jumlah itu, sebanyak 22,317 pekerja merupakan kakitangan sektor kerajaan, sektor swasta (35,194) manakala 3,253 pula badan berkanun. Hajiji berkata terdapat 92 kesatuan sekerja berdaftar di negeri ini yang dikawal… Continue reading

Insolvensi rentas sempadan jadi fokus utama ALF 2025 – Azalina

KUALA LUMPUR: Isu insolvensi rentas sempadan dijangka menjadi antara tumpuan utama di Forum Undang-Undang ASEAN (ALF) 2025 yang dijadual berlangsung di Pusat Konvensyen Kuala Lumpur dari 19 hingga 21 Ogos ini. Menteri di Jabatan Perdana Menteri (Undang-Undang dan Reformasi Institusi) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said berkata insolvensi rentas sempadan dilihat sebagai satu penyelesaian dalam isu… Continue reading