August 2025 – Page 30 – Thesundailymys

RMAF to assess Kuwait F/A-18 jets before finalising acquisition deal

KUALA LUMPUR: The Royal Malaysian Air Force will conduct a comprehensive assessment before finalising any acquisition of F/A-18 Legacy Hornet fighter jets from Kuwait. Air Force Chief General Datuk Seri Muhamad Norazlan Aris confirmed the evaluation will include delivery timelines alongside acquisition and maintenance costs. “This thorough review ensures the aircraft remain operationally viable for… Continue reading

Parit Buntar Hospital to open in September serving 73,000 residents

PARIT BUNTAR: The new Parit Buntar Hospital will begin operations on September 3, serving approximately 73,000 local residents with comprehensive healthcare services. Deputy Minister of Health Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni confirmed the opening date during the hospital’s official handover ceremony. “This project, approved with a cost of RM173.3 million under the Third Rolling Plan of… Continue reading

Japan cities face backlash over false African hometown immigration claims

TOKYO: Japanese cities have been flooded with complaints from residents confused about an initiative designating them as hometowns for African countries. The confusion arose after false claims circulated that this was a new immigration policy by the Japanese government. The initiative by the Japan International Cooperation Agency aimed to promote international exchanges between four Japanese… Continue reading

Chinese woman rescued after writing blood plea from locked room

SHANGHAI: A Chinese woman trapped inside a locked room for thirty hours was rescued after throwing a pillow containing a message written in her own blood out of a window. The woman, identified only by her surname Zhou, became trapped while cleaning a guesthouse in Sichuan province without her mobile phone. She entered a bedroom… Continue reading

India probes giant private zoo run by son of Asia’s richest person

NEW DELHI: India’s Supreme Court has ordered an investigation into allegations of illegal animal imports and financial misconduct at a massive private zoo operated by the son of Asia’s wealthiest individual. Vantara, which describes itself as the “world’s biggest wild animal rescue centre”, is managed by Anant Ambani, whose father Mukesh Ambani leads the multinational… Continue reading

MOE investigates student fall from third floor dormitory in Sabak Bernam

KUALA LUMPUR: The Ministry of Education has initiated an internal investigation into a potential breach of standard operating procedures at a Sabak Bernam school following a serious incident involving a Form Three student. Minister Fadhlina Sidek confirmed that a police report has been filed to facilitate a comprehensive investigation by the authorities. “The student is… Continue reading

Palestinian Embassy condemns systematic targeting of Gaza journalists

KUALA LUMPUR: The Palestine Embassy in Malaysia has condemned the systematic targeting of journalists in Gaza by Israeli forces as a deliberate attempt to suppress coverage of the humanitarian crisis. The embassy stated that the occupying power has continued to bar Arab and international journalists from entering Gaza under the pretext that it is a… Continue reading

Two police officers killed in eastern Australia shooting incident

SYDNEY: Two police officers were killed and another seriously wounded in a shooting at a rural property in eastern Australia on Tuesday. Victoria police confirmed they are hunting for a male suspect who fled the violent confrontation at a remote Porepunkah property. The incident occurred at the foot of a mountain in northeast Victoria, with… Continue reading

Israeli protesters demand hostage deal ahead of security cabinet meeting

TEL AVIV: Israeli protesters demanding an end to the Gaza war and the return of hostages took to the streets early Tuesday morning ahead of an evening security cabinet meeting. AFP journalists observed demonstrators blocking roads in Tel Aviv while waving Israeli flags and holding photographs of hostages. Israeli media reported additional rallies near a… Continue reading

Anwar launches CD:NXT to train 5,000 youths for AI jobs

PETALING JAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim yesterday called on Malaysians to embrace industries and technologies once unthinkable, as he launched CD:NXT, CelcomDigi’s flagship talent development initiative aimed at preparing 5,000 youths for an AI-driven digital economy. Positioning Malaysia’s people as the nation’s strongest asset, Anwar said the future of work lies in mastering… Continue reading

Forum Pekerjaan Hijau ASEAN 2025 anjuran KESUMA di Putrajaya

PUTRAJAYA: Forum Pekerjaan Hijau ASEAN 2025 akan berlangsung di Putrajaya pada 27 dan 28 Ogos sempena peranan Malaysia sebagai Pengerusi ASEAN. Forum berprofil tinggi ini dianjurkan oleh Kementerian Sumber Manusia dengan sokongan Sekretariat ASEAN dan Kerajaan Australia melalui Inisiatif Aus4ASEAN Futures. AGJF 2025 akan menghimpunkan pegawai tinggi buruh, pembuat dasar, pemimpin industri, penyedia pendidikan dan… Continue reading

Carlos Alcaraz explains US Open buzz cut after brother’s clipper mishap

NEW YORK: Carlos Alcaraz has revealed his new cropped hairstyle at the US Open resulted from his brother mishandling clippers during a pre-tournament trim. The buzz cut became a major talking point at Flushing Meadows during the championship’s second day. “I felt like my hair was really long already, and before the tournament I just… Continue reading

Rebuilding cities with fairness, vision

THE proposed Urban Renewal Bill, tabled in Parliament, has the potential to reshape our cities and towns for future generations. If done right, it can revitalise neglected urban areas, spur economic growth and improve the quality of life for residents. However, the law must strike a fair balance between the interests of all stakeholders –… Continue reading

GOF seizes RM500,000 in unregistered cosmetics in Kelantan smuggling bust

KOTA BHARU: The General Operations Force intercepted a major smuggling operation involving unregistered cosmetic products valued at over half a million ringgit. Southeast Brigade Commander Datuk Nik Ros Azhan Nik Ab Hamid confirmed the seizure occurred during Op Taring Wawasan at an illegal base near Pengkalan Kubor, Tumpat. Patrol officers observed two men transferring boxes… Continue reading

Behind every profession is an educator

“TEACHING is the one profession that creates all other professions.” This age-old adage speaks volumes about the profound impact educators have on the world. If teaching shapes all other professions, then educators are the architects of the future. They don’t just impart academic knowledge; they also mould the attitudes, values and behaviours that shape the… Continue reading

Jun Hao shines on World Championships debut after Zii Jia’s shock exit

WORLD No. 25 Leong Jun Hao made a commanding World Championships debut in Paris, giving Malaysia a timely boost after Lee Zii Jia’s shock early exit. The national men’s singles shuttler showed calm authority at the Adidas Arena, dismissing Switzerland’s Tobias Kuenzi 21-12, 21-14 in just 36 minutes. ALSO READ: Zii Jia’s comeback ends early… Continue reading

Ensure digital inclusion for all

IN our increasingly digitised world, technology is not just a convenience; it has become essential to communication, learning, work and civic participation. While some can navigate digital spaces with ease, many others remain sidelined. This disparity, known as the digital divide, is no longer about access to devices or the internet; it also includes gaps… Continue reading

Jun Hao shines on World Championships debut after Zii Jia’s shock exit

Woman injured after car hits elephant crossing Mersing-Endau road

MERSING: A woman sustained injuries after her vehicle collided with an elephant crossing the Mersing-Endau Road last night. The incident occurred at approximately 10.40 pm near Kilometer 12 as the 47-year-old driver was travelling from Mersing towards Endau in a Toyota Vios. Mersing police Chief Superintendent Abdul Razak Abdullah Sani stated that the woman spotted… Continue reading

MARA targets RM1 billion in loan repayments for 2025

KANGAR: Majlis Amanah Rakyat (MARA) is targeting one billion ringgit in loan repayments this year under its entrepreneurship and education financing schemes. MARA director-general Datuk Zulfikri Osman said repayment collection as of August remains on track, despite some borrowers facing challenges. “Typically, five out of 10 entrepreneurs repay their loans without issue, while the remaining… Continue reading

TSG and MPC riders to lead Malaysia’s 2025 SEA Games cycling squad

THE Malaysian National Cycling Federation has confirmed that Terengganu Cycling Team and Malaysia Pro Cycling will lead Malaysia’s challenge at the 2025 SEA Games in Thailand from December 9 to 20. MNCF president Datuk Amarjit Singh Gill announced that the combined national squad will comprise five riders from TSG and two each from MPC and… Continue reading

PGA gagalkan cubaan seludup kosmetik Thailand bernilai RM500,000

KOTA BHARU: Pasukan Gerakan Am (PGA) berjaya menggagalkan cubaan menyeludup pelbagai produk kosmetik bernilai lebih setengah juta ringgit dari Thailand. Operasi Taring Wawasan di kawasan pangkalan haram Kebun, Pengkalan Kubor, Tumpat menemui rampasan bernilai RM511,000. Komander Briged Tenggara PGA Datuk Nik Ros Azhan Nik Ab Hamid berkata pasukan sedang meronda ketika mengesan dua lelaki memindahkan… Continue reading

Polis terima laporan pelajar jatuh dari tingkat tiga asrama di Sabak Bernam

SHAH ALAM: Polis mengesahkan menerima laporan berhubung kejadian seorang pelajar lelaki Tingkatan Tiga yang dipercayai terjatuh dari tingkat tiga asrama sebuah sekolah di Sabak Bernam. Ketua Polis Selangor Datuk Shazeli Kahar berkata pihaknya telah membuka kertas siasatan di bawah Seksyen 31(1) Akta Kanak-Kanak 2001. Beliau menyatakan siasatan dijalankan dari pelbagai sudut termasuk aspek keselamatan pelajar… Continue reading

Sistem e-SPMM tingkat profesionalisme pengurusan masjid di Kelantan

KOTA BHARU: Sistem e-SPMM (Sistem Penarafan Masjid Malaysia) berfungsi sebagai platform digital bersepadu untuk menilai dan memantau prestasi masjid secara telus dan sistematik. Platform ini boleh diakses oleh semua pihak berkepentingan bagi tujuan pemantauan, perancangan serta penambahbaikan berterusan. Yang Dipertua Majlis Agama Islam dan Adat Istiadat Melayu Kelantan (MAIK) Tan Sri Tengku Mohamad Rizam Tengku… Continue reading

230 media practitioners receive RM698,000 from Tabung Kasih@HAWANA

KUALA LUMPUR: Two hundred and thirty media practitioners have received assistance totalling 698,000 Malaysian ringgit from the Tabung Kasih@HAWANA initiative this year. Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching confirmed that 229 individuals received 648,000 Malaysian ringgit from the fund during the previous year. “Since its introduction at National Journalists Day (HAWANA) 2023, a total of… Continue reading

PSC proposes new law to regulate early childhood care in Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR: The Parliamentary Select Committee on Women, Children and Community Development has proposed introducing a dedicated law to regulate and develop early childhood care and education for children up to six in Malaysia. Committee chair Yeo Bee Yin said the sector continues to face significant policy and governance challenges. “Key issues include the absence… Continue reading

KDN bangun sistem APSS saring penumpang awal tingkat keselamatan udara

SEPANG: Kementerian Dalam Negeri sedang membangunkan Advanced Passenger Screening System untuk meningkatkan keselamatan perjalanan udara melalui saringan penumpang awal. Menteri Dalam Negeri Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail mengumumkan ujian percubaan sistem itu dijangka bermula pada penghujung tahun ini. Ujian percubaan akan melibatkan 10 daripada 56 syarikat penerbangan yang beroperasi di Malaysia sebagai fasa permulaan. “Proses… Continue reading

42,000 students benefit from free digital tuition via NADI programme

KUALA LUMPUR: Forty two thousand primary and secondary school students nationwide have enjoyed free digital tuition through the National Information Dissemination Centre since its introduction last September. Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission NADI Office head Mohd Arif Adenan said the programme under the Digital Learning initiative and e-Classes has greatly helped students, especially in the… Continue reading

JKPK syor gubal akta khas kawal selia penjagaan pendidikan awal kanak-kanak

KUALA LUMPUR: Jawatankuasa Pilihan Khas Wanita, Kanak-Kanak dan Pembangunan Masyarakat Dewan Rakyat mengesyorkan penggubalan akta khusus bagi mengawal selia dan membangunkan sektor penjagaan serta pendidikan awal kanak-kanak berumur 0 hingga enam tahun. Pengerusi jawatankuasa Yeo Bee Yin menyatakan sektor pendidikan awal kanak-kanak masih menghadapi cabaran besar dari segi dasar dan tadbir urus. Antara isu yang… Continue reading

Malaysia teguh sokong Palestin di mesyuarat OIC kecam Israel

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia menegaskan semula sokongan tidak berbelah bahaginya terhadap perjuangan Palestin dalam Mesyuarat Luar Biasa Majlis Menteri-Menteri Luar Pertubuhan Kerjasama Islam (OIC) di Jeddah. Menteri Luar Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan mengecam sekeras-kerasnya rancangan Israel untuk mengambil alih Gaza secara ketenteraan dengan tujuan menjajah wilayah Palestin secara kekal. Beliau mengetengahkan krisis kemanusiaan yang semakin meruncing… Continue reading

JWP and DBKL directed to review PAC recommendations on KL land

KUALA LUMPUR: The Federal Territories Department and Kuala Lumpur City Hall must review all Public Accounts Committee recommendations regarding land development in the capital. Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa issued this directive despite acknowledging some issues fall outside their jurisdiction. “All relevant parties, including the JWP director-general and the… Continue reading

Education minister pledges immediate repairs for storm-damaged SK Seri Perlis

KANGAR: Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek has guaranteed immediate repair work for Sekolah Kebangsaan Seri Perlis following significant storm damage yesterday evening. She confirmed the necessary repairs would require an allocation of RM370,000. Fadhlina stated she received a comprehensive damage report detailing affected classroom roofs, facility structures, and electrical wiring systems through her Facebook post today.… Continue reading

Gig Workers Bill 2025 gains broad union support in Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR: A coalition of trade unions and professional associations representing millions of workers nationwide has voiced strong support for the tabling of the Gig Workers Bill 2025, calling it a historic moment in Malaysia’s labour law landscape. In a joint statement today, the coalition said the bill marks the first time over 1.2 million… Continue reading

Malaysia confident in handling threats over pro-Palestine stance

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia remains capable of managing any threats or intimidation resulting from its strong stance in defending Palestinian rights according to Deputy Foreign Minister Datuk Mohamad Alamin. “On the question of possible threats or intimidation against us for being vocal in championing the Palestinian cause, I believe this is something we can handle because… Continue reading

RTS Link Border Operations Bill to be tabled in Feb 2026

SEPANG: A Bill (RUU) to facilitate co-located border control operations for the Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS Link) project is expected to be tabled in the Dewan Rakyat in February next year, said Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail. He said the Bill is crucial to ensure smooth operations after both countries agreed… Continue reading

Sabah can still take equity in AirBorneo, says Sarawak premier

KUCHING: Sabah retains the opportunity to acquire equity in the newly established regional airline AirBorneo according to Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He confirmed that cooperation proposals had been raised earlier by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim before Sarawak proceeded with the MASwings acquisition. “At that time, when Sarawak wanted to… Continue reading

Police praise RXZ 7.0 organisers and participants for smooth event

KUALA LUMPUR: The Royal Malaysia Police praised organisers and participants of the RXZ Members 7.0 gathering in Terengganu for their excellent cooperation during the event. Bukit Aman Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department director Datuk Seri Yusri Hassan Basri expressed gratitude to organisers for their collaboration in ensuring participant safety. “I also thank the participants who… Continue reading

Malaysia approves RM20.9b housing credit guarantees since 2008

KUALA LUMPUR: The Housing Credit Guarantee Scheme has approved RM20.9 billion in financing guarantees covering 88,507 applications since its 2008 inception. Deputy Housing and Local Government Minister Datuk Aiman Athirah Sabu confirmed the fund received an additional RM10 billion allocation this year. “For the low-income (B40) and middle-income (M40) groups, the government provides SJKP financing… Continue reading

MAHB perlu pantau perkhidmatan Aerotrain elak gangguan jejas penumpang

PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB) diarahkan untuk sentiasa memantau dan melaksanakan penyenggaraan terhadap perkhidmatan Aerotrain di Lapangan Terbang Antarabangsa Kuala Lumpur (KLIA) Terminal 1 supaya tidak berlaku gangguan teknikal yang boleh menjejaskan pergerakan penumpang. Menteri Pengangkutan Anthony Loke berkata sejak memulakan operasi pada 1 Julai lepas, hampir dua juta penumpang telah menggunakan Aerotrain sekali… Continue reading

Over 173,000 mule accounts identified in Malaysia as of July 2025

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian authorities have identified 173,224 mule accounts between 2022 and July 2025 amid a concerning rise in online scam cases nationwide. Deputy Home Minister Datuk Seri Dr Shamsul Anuar Nasarah stated that the ministry, through the Royal Malaysia Police, has intensified enforcement actions and monitoring of these accounts. “This approach is carried out… Continue reading

Lebih 170,000 akaun keldai dikenal pasti setakat Julai 2025

KUALA LUMPUR: Sebanyak 173,224 akaun keldai telah berjaya dikenal pasti antara tahun 2022 hingga Julai 2025 berikutan peningkatan kes jenayah penipuan dalam talian yang membimbangkan. Timbalan Menteri Dalam Negeri Datuk Seri Dr Shamsul Anuar Nasarah menyatakan kementerian melalui Polis Diraja Malaysia memperkukuh tindakan penguatkuasaan dan pemantauan akaun keldai melalui kerjasama strategik bersama agensi penguatkuasaan, institusi… Continue reading

AirBorneo: pintu kerjasama dengan Sabah masih terbuka – Abang Jo

KUCHING: Peluang untuk Sabah bekerjasama dalam syarikat penerbangan AirBorneo masih terbuka, kata Premier Sarawak Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. Beliau berkata cadangan kerjasama itu pernah dikemukakan Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim sebelum Sarawak mengambil alih MASwing. “Ketika Sarawak mahu mengambil alih MASwing, kerajaan Sabah memaklumkan supaya tunggu dulu. “Tetapi pintu kerjasama itu masih… Continue reading

Transport Ministry directs MAHB to maintain KLIA Aerotrain reliability

PUTRAJAYA: The Transport Ministry has instructed Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad to continuously monitor and maintain the Aerotrain service at Kuala Lumpur International Airport Terminal 1. Minister Anthony Loke emphasised that technical disruptions must be prevented to avoid affecting passenger movement through the nation’s main gateway. “Passenger traffic between the main terminal and the satellite terminal… Continue reading

Malaysia rugi RM1.22 bilion akibat jenayah siber Januari-Oktober 2024

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia mengalami kerugian melebihi RM1.22 bilion akibat jenayah siber dalam tempoh hanya 10 bulan tahun lalu. Ketua Polis Negara Tan Sri Mohd Khalid Ismail berkata jumlah mengejutkan yang direkodkan dari Januari hingga Oktober 2024 itu mencerminkan skala dan tahap kerumitan jenayah siber yang semakin meningkat. Beliau menyatakan jenayah siber merangkumi penipuan kewangan, kecurian… Continue reading

JWP dan DBKL diarah teliti semua syor PAC berkaitan pembangunan tanah KL

KUALA LUMPUR: Jabatan Wilayah Persekutuan dan Dewan Bandaraya Kuala Lumpur diarahkan meneliti semua syor yang dikemukakan Jawatankuasa Kira-Kira Wang Negara berhubung pembangunan tanah di ibu negara. Menteri di Jabatan Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa menyatakan meskipun beberapa isu yang dibangkitkan dalam laporan PAC berada di luar bidang kuasa JWP dan DBKL, kedua-dua agensi… Continue reading

Wanita cedera kereta rempuh gajah di Jalan Mersing-Endau

MERSING: Seorang wanita cedera selepas kereta Toyota Vios dipandunya melanggar seekor gajah yang sedang melintas di Kilometer 12 Jalan Mersing-Endau malam tadi. Ketua Polis Daerah Mersing Supt Abdul Razak Abdullah Sani berkata dalam kejadian pada 10.40 malam, wanita warga tempatan berusia 47 tahun itu sedang memandu kereta dari arah Mersing menuju Endau sebelum terlanggar gajah… Continue reading

Mercedes-Benz sells Nissan stake for $325 million amid investor doubts

TOKYO: Mercedes-Benz’s pension trust has sold its entire stake in Nissan Motor for 47.83 billion yen ($325 million) according to a source familiar with the transaction. The German automaker disposed of its 3.8% holding at 341.3 yen per share, representing a 5.98% discount to Nissan’s previous closing price of 363 yen. Nissan shares maintained their… Continue reading

Private kindergarten fee hikes capped at 30% after three-year freeze

KUALA LUMPUR: Private kindergarten operators must wait three years between fee increase applications under new Ministry of Education regulations. Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek announced that approved fee hikes cannot exceed 30% from previously approved rates. “Applications received will be reviewed and considered fairly, taking into account the interests of all parties, including operators and parents,”… Continue reading

India’s Supreme Court orders probe into Ambani wildlife park over animal mistreatment claims

NEW DELHI: India’s Supreme Court has ordered an independent investigation into the Vantara wildlife rescue park operated by billionaire Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance Foundation. The court acknowledged that allegations of unlawful animal acquisitions and mistreatment currently lack supporting evidence. Vantara represents a flagship project for the Ambani family located in Gujarat and managed by Mukesh Ambani’s… Continue reading

Malaysia considers new palm biomass market mechanism to boost industry

KUALA LUMPUR: The government may consider establishing a new market mechanism to support palm biomass processing as a commercial product in the future. Deputy Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Chan Foong Hin confirmed that palm biomass activities are already actively conducted through business-to-business models involving various industry stakeholders. “These include the processing of empty fruit… Continue reading