August 2025 – Page 2 – Thesundailymys

Tabung Haji confirms Bumiputera Muslim management in rebranding

KUALA LUMPUR: Lembaga Tabung Haji has confirmed its operations remain governed and managed entirely by a Bumiputera Muslim management team. Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Mustakim Mohamad stated TH is implementing a rebranding initiative to reaffirm its role as a respected Islamic savings institution. “In recent times, TH has been more recognised for… Continue reading

Projek perumahan terbengkalai diselamatkan dengan suntikan modal RM125 juta

KUALA LUMPUR: Di sebuah rumah di tengah kota, Mohd Sharrel Fahmi Baharum duduk termenung di ruang tamu selepas mendengar perkhabaran kerajaan akan memulakan semula perumahan projek sakit yang dibelinya sejak hampir lapan tahun lepas. Bermacam-macam perkara berlegar di fikiran lelaki berusia 43 tahun itu. Namun yang pasti di dadanya tersemat sebuah harapan tinggi menggunung agar… Continue reading

“We cabin crew are not there to lift your bag,” says says M’sian cabin crew in viral rant

A Malaysian cabin crew member has sparked debate online after calling out passengers who expect flight attendants to lift their heavy carry-on bags into the overhead compartments. In a post on Threads, she wrote “Please lah. If you travel and have a hand-carry bag, make sure when you get on the plane you can lift… Continue reading

Neta Auto Malaysia reaffirms commitment amid restructuring

NETA AUTO MALAYSIA has moved to clarify concerns following recent reports questioning the status of its operations in the country. The brand confirmed that it remains very much alive and operational, with sales, after-sales, warranties and spare parts support continuing without interruption. The confusion arose after the closure of Neta’s Glenmarie facility, which some had… Continue reading

Call for thorough probe on bullying claim

KUALA LUMPUR: In commenting on the deaths of two university students on Wednesday, Wanita MCA secretary-general Chan Quin Er said the duty to protect children falls on families, peers, educators and policymakers. “Wanita MCA extends our deepest condolences to the families of the deceased and urges a full and transparent investigation be conducted. “In one… Continue reading

Caught in rain, Chinese woman buys scratch card & wins RM580k jackpot

A sudden downpour turned into a life-changing moment for a woman in Yunnan, China, after she stepped into a lottery shop to escape the rain and walked out a millionaire. On August 8, the unidentified woman from Yuxi’s Hongta District sought shelter in the shop and, on a whim, asked the store owner: “Do you… Continue reading

Nationwide efforts needed to end river pollution

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia must adopt a whole-of-nation approach to achieve zero river pollution, as the country has no option but to safeguard its waterways from worsening contamination. Experts told theSun that rivers remain at risk without stronger protection. This follows Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof’s disclosure that 27 major rivers nationwide were found… Continue reading

Weak earthquake hits Segamat, Johor government advises caution

JOHOR BAHRU: The Johor government has advised the public to avoid unstable structures and remain alert to authority directives following a weak earthquake detected in Segamat at 6.13 this morning. Menteri Besar Johor Datuk Onn Hafiz stated he had contacted Segamat District Officer Mohd Ezzuddin Sanusi and was informed that no casualties or property damage… Continue reading

Gegaran gempa bumi lemah 4.1 magnitud dikesan di Segamat pagi ini

JOHOR BAHRU: Kerajaan Johor menasihati orang ramai agar menjauhi struktur-struktur tidak kukuh dan sentiasa peka dengan arahan pihak berkuasa, susulan gegaran gempa bumi lemah yang dikesan berlaku di Segamat pada 6.13 pagi tadi. Menteri Besar Johor Datuk Onn Hafiz berkata beliau telah berhubung dengan pegawai daerah Segamat Mohd Ezzuddin Sanusi dan dimaklumkan bahawa setakat ini… Continue reading

M’sians urged to proudly display Jalur Gemilang

KUALA LUMPUR: Datuk Fahmi Fadzil has called on Malaysians to proudly display the Jalur Gemilang as the nation steps up preparations for the 68th National Day celebration at Dataran Putrajaya on Aug 31. Speaking at the launch of Prasarana Malaysia Berhad’s Denyut Nadi Merdeka campaign in Bangsar yesterday, the communications minister said the national flag… Continue reading

Pentarama Merdeka@HOHO di Berjaya Times Square suntik semangat patriotik

KUALA LUMPUR: Sorakan ‘Merdeka’ bergema di ruang legar Berjaya Times Square ketika pusat beli-belah ikonik itu menjadi lokasi program Pentarama Merdeka@HOHO anjuran Jabatan Penerangan Malaysia. Ketua Pengarah JAPEN Julina Johan berkata pemilihan Berjaya Times Square memberikan nilai tambah kerana lokasi itu merupakan tarikan pelancong dan berkembang seiring pembangunan ibu kota. “Berjaya Times Square telah lama… Continue reading

PENTARAMA MERDEKA@HOHO at Berjaya Times Square inspires patriotism

KUALA LUMPUR: Cries of “Merdeka” resonated throughout Berjaya Times Square as the shopping mall became the first location for the PENTARAMA MERDEKA@HOHO event organised by the Information Department (JAPEN). JAPEN director-general Julina Johan stated that Berjaya Times Square provided added value as both a tourist attraction and a Kuala Lumpur landmark that has developed alongside… Continue reading

Barcelona complete late comeback win as Atletico drop Liga points

BARCELONA produced a stunning late comeback to defeat newly-promoted Levante 3-2 in a dramatic Liga encounter on Saturday. The champions found themselves trailing by two goals at halftime after Ivan Romero and Jose Luis Morales scored for the hosts. Pedri and Ferran Torres struck twice in quick succession after the interval to level the match… Continue reading

Four fatalities confirmed at RXZ Members 7.0 event, police urge safety

KUALA NERUS: Police have confirmed four fatal accidents involving participants of the RXZ Members 7.0 2025 programme. Bukit Aman Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department director Datuk Seri Mohd Yusri Hassan Basri stated that the incidents occurred between the day before the event began and today. He urged all participants to prioritise safety during their journey… Continue reading

Memorandum on vape ban to be presented by year end

KUALA SELANGOR: Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said a memorandum on a ban on vaping and e-cigarettes will be presented to the Cabinet by the end of this year. He said he presented a report to the Cabinet on Friday regarding the matter. “I presented the report briefly, as the prime minister and… Continue reading

PM Anwar allocates additional RM200,000 for RXZ Members 7.0 programme

KUALA NERUS: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has allocated an additional RM200,000 to support the RXZ Members 7.0 2025 programme at Gong Badak Motorsports Circuit. The Prime Minister’s senior political secretary, Datuk Seri Shamsul Iskandar Md Akin, stated that this additional funding aims to encourage organisers to continue hosting motorsports activities with economic benefits… Continue reading

Aubameyang scores twice as Marseille beat Paris FC 5-2 after chaotic week

PIERRE-Emerick Aubameyang scored twice as Marseille overcame a week of turmoil with a 5-2 victory over Paris FC in Ligue 1 on Saturday. The Gabon striker won an early penalty converted by Mason Greenwood before doubling Marseille’s lead just past the midway point in the first half at the Velodrome. Newly-promoted Paris FC hit back… Continue reading

Turkish first lady urges Melania Trump to advocate for Gaza children

ISTANBUL: Turkey’s First Lady Emine Erdogan has formally requested her American counterpart Melania Trump to demonstrate equal concern for Palestinian children in Gaza as she has shown for Ukrainian children. In a letter delivered on Saturday, Erdogan specifically asked the US First Lady to write directly to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appealing for mercy… Continue reading

Nigerian air force kills over 35 jihadists near Cameroon border

LAGOS: Nigeria’s air force confirmed it eliminated more than 35 jihadists during Saturday raids targeting militant fighters gathering near the Nigeria-Cameroon border. The operation followed an attempted attack on Nigerian ground troops by the militant fighters in the border region. This air strike represents the latest military action against a resurgence of attacks in Nigeria’s… Continue reading

Ten Hag’s Leverkusen lose Bundesliga debut, Dortmund collapse late

BAYER Leverkusen suffered a 2-1 home defeat against Hoffenheim in new coach Erik ten Hag’s Bundesliga debut on Saturday. The former Manchester United boss took over from Xabi Alonso during the summer and oversaw a radically restructured side after several high-profile exits. Leverkusen took the lead after six minutes when Jarell Quansah, who arrived from… Continue reading

Israeli rival proposes unity government to secure Gaza hostage release deal

TEL AVIV: Former Israeli defence minister Benny Gantz has urged Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to establish a unity government with opposition members to facilitate the release of hostages held in Gaza. Netanyahu’s current coalition relies on far-right partners who oppose ending the conflict and negotiating with Hamas following the group’s October 2023 attack on Israel.… Continue reading

Indian community not neglected by Madani govt, says MP

KUALA LUMPUR: Jelutong MP R.S.N. Rayer said the Madani government has not turned its back on the Indian community, with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim consistently pressing his Cabinet to prioritise their socioeconomic challenges. He said while some problems faced by the community remain unresolved, Anwar’s administration has shown commitment via programmes aimed at… Continue reading

De Bruyne scores on Napoli debut in 2-0 Serie A opening win at Sassuolo

KEVIN De Bruyne scored on his Napoli debut as the Serie A champions started their title defence with a straightforward 2-0 win at promoted Sassuolo on Saturday. The headline signing of the summer transfer window in Italy opened his account for Napoli in the 57th minute when his free-kick swept in from the left flank… Continue reading

Russia captures two Donetsk villages as Ukraine summit hopes fade

KYIV: Russian forces have captured two additional villages in eastern Ukraine’s Donetsk region, intensifying military pressure as diplomatic efforts to end the conflict falter. Moscow’s defence ministry announced the seizure of Sredneye and Kleban-Byk via Telegram on Saturday, marking further incremental gains in the grinding offensive. The capture of Kleban-Byk advances Russian troops closer to… Continue reading

UN declares famine in Gaza as Palestinians face catastrophic food crisis

GAZA CITY: Desperate Palestinians clutching pots and plastic buckets scrambled for rice at a charity kitchen in Gaza City on Saturday. AFP footage from Gaza’s largest city showed women and young children among the chaotic jostle of dozens clamouring and shouting for food. One young boy used his hands to scrape a few leftover grains… Continue reading

North Korea tests new air defence missiles amid border tensions with South

SEOUL: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has supervised the test-firing of two new air defence missiles according to state media reports on Sunday. The Korean Central News Agency stated that Saturday’s test demonstrated the missiles’ superior combat capability without providing technical details. KCNA reported the operation and reaction mode is based on unique and… Continue reading

Arsenal beat Leeds 5-0 but lose Saka and Odegaard to injury

VIKTOR Gyokeres scored his first two Arsenal goals as the Gunners gave Leeds a harsh lesson in the step-up to the Premier League with a 5-0 win at the Emirates. However, victory came at a cost for Mikel Arteta as Bukayo Saka and Martin Odegaard hobbled off injured just eight days before Arsenal’s trip to… Continue reading

Man City stunned by Spurs as Arsenal thrash Leeds in Premier League

MANCHESTER City’s revamped squad displayed familiar defensive weaknesses during a surprising 2-0 home defeat against Tottenham on Saturday. Brennan Johnson and Joao Palhinha scored just before half-time for the visitors, handing new manager Thomas Frank a perfect start with two wins from his opening league matches. City’s four-year reign as Premier League champions ended dramatically… Continue reading

No foul play in death of students: Police

KUALA LUMPUR: One of the two students of a private university who fell to their deaths at a condominium area just hours apart is suspected to have been a victim of bullying. Kuala Lumpur police chief Datuk Fadil Marsus said police have initiated investigations into the alleged bullying and have confirmed the separate incidents occurred… Continue reading

Malaysian chess players win gold at SEA Deaf Games with family support

MALAYSIAN chess player Loo Pin Xie has won the gold medal in the standard category at the SEA Deaf Games 2025. The twenty-year-old athlete credits his mother Ng Kwi Chuan for her unwavering support throughout his journey. Ng resigned from her computer engineering job when Pin Xie was seven years old to focus fully on… Continue reading

J-KOM ready to promote Johor development projects via social media

MUAR: The Community Communications Department (J-KOM) stands ready to act as an intermediary for promoting Johor’s development projects through various media platforms. Director-General Datuk Ismail Yusop stated that the department’s current approach prioritises social media to effectively engage younger audiences. “It is J-KOM’s duty to inform about such developments,” he told Bernama after the Jauhar… Continue reading

Lorry breakdown smoke causes 12-vehicle chain collision, one dead

MUAR: A stationary lorry emitting thick smoke triggered a devastating chain collision involving twelve vehicles on the North-South Expressway this morning. The incident occurred at KM129.9 of the southbound PLUS highway when a broken-down lorry stopped in the emergency lane began billowing blinding smoke. Muar police chief ACP Raiz Mukhliz Azman Aziz confirmed receiving the… Continue reading

Johor allocates RM3.87 million to support and empower Orang Asli community

JOHOR BAHRU: The Johor state government has announced nine initiatives to support and empower the Orang Asli community with a total allocation of RM3.87 million. State Agriculture, Agro-based Industry and Rural Development Committee chairman Datuk Zahari Sarip confirmed these measures in a Facebook post today. The initiatives include one-off cash aid of RM200 for 5,041… Continue reading

Teen killed in Banting crash supported family after father’s illness

BANTING: A grieving mother revealed her teenage son had shouldered financial responsibility for his family after his father became bedridden due to health issues. Roszainida Hassan, 40, said her late son Muhammad Danish Shamsul Shahrizan, 16, never complained about earning extra income after school to support the family. The family faced additional challenges last year… Continue reading

Sabah wins overall title at 65th MSSM Athletics Championship

SABAH emerged as the overall champions of the 65th Malaysian Schools Sports Council Athletics Championship after collecting 19 gold, 22 silver, and 17 bronze medals. The contingent received the championship challenge trophy, a Milo-sponsored accompanying trophy, and 1,500 ringgit worth of vouchers sponsored by Clamor. Deputy Secretary-General of the Education Ministry Datuk Wan Hashim Wan… Continue reading

Sri Lanka opposition says ex-leader jailed to stop comeback

COLOMBO: Opposition parties in Sri Lanka accused on Saturday the government of jailing the country’s former president over fears he could return to power. Former leader Ranil Wickremesinghe, 76, who lost the last presidential election in September to Anura Kumara Dissanayake, was remanded in custody Friday on charges of misusing state funds for foreign travel.… Continue reading

Iranian forces kill six militants in the southeast, state media says

DUBAI: Iranian security forces shot dead six militants in a clash in southeastern Iran on Saturday, a day after five police officers were killed by armed rebels in the restive region, the official news agency IRNA reported. Iran’s southeast has been the scene of sporadic clashes between security forces and armed groups, including Sunni militants… Continue reading

Kerajaan Sabah mahu bangunkan Pulau Banggi dalam pelbagai sektor

PULAU BANGGI: Kerajaan Sabah berhasrat membangunkan Pulau Banggi dalam pelbagai sektor terutamanya pelancongan dan ekonomi. Ketua Menteri Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor menyatakan kerajaan negeri merancang untuk merapatkan hubungan dengan negara jiran melalui perdagangan barter di bawah Kawasan Pertumbuhan ASEAN Timur Brunei-Indonesia-Malaysia-Filipina (BIMP-EAGA). “Kalau ada perdagangan barter dengan negara jiran yang tidak jauh dari sini, ia… Continue reading

Belon udara panas tarikan utama Karnival Sumud Nusantara 2025

KUALA LUMPUR: Belon udara panas menjadi antara aktiviti yang mencuri tumpuan ramai pengunjung Karnival Sumud Nusantara 2025 di padang Dataran Merdeka. Pengunjung berpeluang menaiki belon udara panas yang diikat dengan bayaran 20 ringgit bagi dewasa dan 15 ringgit bagi kanak-kanak bermula lewat petang hingga malam ini dan dari 2 hingga 5 petang esok. Pengarah Malam… Continue reading

Polis siasat dakwaan cubaan culik kanak-kanak lelaki di Melaka

MELAKA: Polis Melaka sedang menyiasat dakwaan seorang kanak-kanak lelaki bahawa dirinya cuba diculik seorang lelaki bertopeng yang menaiki van putih ketika dalam perjalanan pulang ke rumahnya di Kampung Paya Ikan di sini, pada 15 Ogos lepas. Ketua Polis Daerah Melaka Tengah ACP Christopher Patit berkata laporan itu dibuat di sini pada hari sama kejadian didakwa… Continue reading

Sate Kajang diisytihar makanan warisan negeri Selangor

KAJANG: Sate Kajang hari ini diisytihar sebagai Makanan Warisan Negeri Selangor antara lain sebagai usaha memastikan khazanah gastronomi itu terus dipelihara, diwarisi generasi demi generasi serta menjadi identiti kulinari kebanggaan negeri. Majlis pengisytiharan itu disempurnakan oleh Tengku Permaisuri Selangor Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin sempena penganjuran Karnival 1001 Rasa Sate di sini. Exco Perumahan dan Kebudayaan Negeri… Continue reading

Aceh bersiap sedia lancar laluan feri baharu ke Pulau Pinang

JAKARTA: Wilayah Aceh di Indonesia bakal melancarkan laluan terus feri baharu dari Pelabuhan Krueng Geukueh di Muara Satu ke Pulau Pinang, Malaysia – langkah yang dijangka dapat merancakkan perdagangan, pelancongan dan hubungan ekonomi rentas sempadan. Gabenor Aceh Muzakir Manaf yang lebih dikenali sebagai Mualem, berkata persiapan sedang dijalankan di pelabuhan itu menjelang pelancaran yang dirancang.… Continue reading

Pengunjung PMR 2025 teruja pegang senjata tentera sebenar

NILAI: Pengunjung Program MADANI Rakyat (PMR) 2025 Negeri Sembilan khususnya kanak-kanak dan remaja tidak melepaskan peluang beraksi sebagai anggota tentera termasuk memegang senjata yang digunakan pasukan keselamatan itu. Amirul Hakim Yusaini Amer, 21, berkata dia teruja dapat memegang mesingan buat kali pertama dan kagum dengan kecekapan petugas keselamatan negara mengendalikan senjata seberat lebih 10 kilogram… Continue reading

Malaysia perjuang Palestin tanggungjawab moral spiritual umat Islam

KUALA LUMPUR: Perjuangan membela Palestin bukan sekadar berlandaskan simpati, sebaliknya merupakan tanggungjawab moral dan spiritual umat Islam bagi menolak kezaliman daripada terus berleluasa, kata Menteri di Jabatan Perdana Menteri (Hal Ehwal Agama) Datuk Dr Mohd Na’im Mokhtar. Beliau berkata Malaysia sejak dahulu dikenali sebagai suara moral dunia dalam memperjuangkan Palestin. “Dasar luar negara kita berpaksikan… Continue reading

New e-commerce bill to define roles and include online affiliates

KUCHING: A new e-commerce regulation bill will introduce clearer definitions for all involved parties, including online marketing affiliates, to establish fairer and more comprehensive rules. Deputy Minister of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Datuk Dr Fuziah Salleh stated that industry engagement sessions highlighted the necessity to distinguish affiliates from sellers under current legislation. “Previously,… Continue reading

Russia captures two villages in Ukraine’s Donetsk region amid ongoing conflict

MOSCOW: Russian forces have captured two additional villages in Ukraine’s eastern Donetsk region, according to Moscow’s defence ministry. The ministry announced on Telegram that its troops seized control of Sredneye and Kleban-Byk on Saturday. This latest advance increases military pressure on Ukrainian defences as ground fighting continues in the embattled eastern region. Russian forces are… Continue reading

Zelenskiy says Global South should push Russia toward peace

KYIV: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Saturday that countries of the Global South should push Russia toward making peace in its war with Ukraine, including by helping bring Russian leader Vladimir Putin to the negotiating table. “I reaffirmed my readiness for any format of meeting with the head of Russia. However, we see that… Continue reading

Kajang Satay declared Selangor heritage food with unique identity

KAJANG: Kajang Satay has been officially declared a Selangor State Heritage Food to ensure this culinary treasure continues to be preserved for future generations. Tengku Permaisuri Selangor Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin officiated the declaration ceremony during the Karnival 1001 Rasa Sate Kajang 2025 event. Selangor State Housing and Culture Committee chairman Datuk Borhan Aman Shah confirmed… Continue reading

Melaka police investigate alleged child kidnap attempt in Kampung Paya Ikan

MELAKA: Melaka police are investigating allegations that a boy was nearly abducted by a man in a white van while cycling home in Kampung Paya Ikan here on 15 August. Melaka Tengah police chief ACP Christopher Patit said the report was made by the 12-year-old victim, who is a primary school student in Jalan Datuk… Continue reading

Easyjet flight does U-turn after passenger tries to enter cockpit

LYON: A passenger suffering from delirium tried to break into the cockpit of an Easyjet flight from France to Portugal, forcing the jet to return to Lyon airport, police and the company said Saturday. The man was subdued by other passengers and restrained until the jet landed again, French police said. The Easyjet flight, going… Continue reading