August 2025 – Page 43 – Thesundailymys

UK facial recognition roll-out sparks rights group alarm over privacy

LONDON: The United Kingdom has become the only European nation to deploy real-time facial recognition technology on a massive scale across public spaces and retail environments. Outside supermarkets and within festival crowds, millions of people are having their facial features scanned by AI-powered systems without their knowledge or consent. At London’s Notting Hill Carnival, facial… Continue reading

UK facial recognition roll-out sparks rights group alarm over privacy

SpaceX Starship faces crucial test after recent failures raise doubts

WASHINGTON: SpaceX prepares for a critical test of its Starship megarocket on Sunday following multiple failures that have raised questions about its viability. The world’s most powerful launch vehicle will lift off from the company’s Starbase in southern Texas at 6:30 pm local time for its tenth flight. This mission will subject the upper stage… Continue reading

SpaceX Starship faces crucial test after recent failures raise doubts

Empat sekeluarga sesat di Berapit Hill Trail ditemukan selamat

BUKIT MERTAJAM: Empat ahli keluarga mengalami detik cemas selepas sesat lebih tiga jam ketika mendaki di Berapit Hill Trail sebelum berjaya diselamatkan pihak bomba. Penolong Pengarah Bahagian Operasi Kebombaan dan Penyelamat Jabatan Bomba dan Penyelamat Malaysia Pulau Pinang John Sagun Francis berkata pihaknya menerima panggilan kecemasan pada 8.08 malam memaklumkan sepasang suami isteri dan dua… Continue reading

Empat sekeluarga sesat di Berapit Hill Trail ditemukan selamat

Store cashier praised for Jalur Gemilang flag inspections during checkout

AS Malaysia’s Independence Day draws near, the display of the Jalur Gemilang has become more prominent across the country. With increased attention on the proper handling and presentation of the national flag, many Malaysians are taking extra steps to ensure it is shown with the respect it deserves. A cashier from a home improvement store… Continue reading

Venezuela mobilises civilian militia volunteers amid US military threat

CARACAS: Venezuelan citizens from all walks of life queued across the capital on Saturday to join the country’s civilian militia force amid rising tensions with the United States. Civil servants, housewives and retirees alike lined up in Venezuela’s capital Caracas on Saturday as thousands volunteered to join the country’s militia in case there is a… Continue reading

Venezuela mobilises civilian militia volunteers amid US military threat

Al-Ahli win Saudi Super Cup on penalties as Ronaldo scores 100th goal

AL-AHLI defeated Al-Nassr 5-3 on penalties to claim the Saudi Super Cup following a thrilling 2-2 draw in Saturday’s final. Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 100th goal for Al-Nassr by converting a 40th-minute penalty after Ali Majrashi was penalised for handball. Al-Ahli equalised in first-half stoppage time through Franck Kessie, who finished low past goalkeeper Bento… Continue reading

Al-Ahli win Saudi Super Cup on penalties as Ronaldo scores 100th goal

Trump eyes North Korea talks with South Korea’s new President Lee

WASHINGTON: United States President Donald Trump may explore renewed diplomacy with North Korea during Monday’s White House meeting with South Korea’s new President Lee Jae Myung. Trump previously held three landmark summits with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un during his first term, famously claiming they “fell in love.” South Korea’s new leader advocates for… Continue reading

Trump eyes North Korea talks with South Korea’s new President Lee

Syria delays parliamentary vote in Sweida over security concerns

DAMASCUS: Syria has postponed parliamentary elections in three provinces due to security concerns following recent sectarian violence. The Higher Committee for People’s Assembly Elections announced that voting will not proceed in Sweida, Hasaka and Raqqa provinces as scheduled. This decision comes after hundreds were killed in July clashes within Sweida province involving Druze fighters, Sunni… Continue reading

Syria delays parliamentary vote in Sweida over security concerns

Kerajaan tawar insentif galak pemaju laksana polisi bina dan jual

IPOH: Kerajaan akan menawarkan insentif kepada pemaju perumahan yang melaksanakan polisi ‘bina dan jual’ bagi menjayakan sasaran sifar projek terbengkalai menjelang 2030. Menteri Perumahan dan Kerajaan Tempatan Nga Kor Ming (gambar) berkata pelaksanaan insentif berkenaan yang akan diumumkan perinciannya termasuk dalam Rancangan Malaysia ke-13. “Di bawah Rancangan Malaysia Ke-13 untuk mana-mana pemaju yang berjaya bina… Continue reading

H&M opens first Brazil store with local manufacturing focus

SAO PAULO: Swedish fast-fashion retailer H&M opened its first physical store in Brazil on Saturday and launched online operations in the country. The company is already producing some items locally, including footwear and beachwear, according to an executive statement. Joaquim Pereira, H&M Brazil’s country manager, revealed the short-term goal involves opening four stores in São… Continue reading

H&M opens first Brazil store with local manufacturing focus

Fleetwood and Cantlay share PGA Tour Championship lead after third round

TOMMY Fleetwood and Patrick Cantlay share the lead at the Tour Championship after the third round at rainy East Lake Golf Club. Fleetwood, chasing his first PGA Tour title and the ten million dollar top prize, bounced back from a late double bogey to remain tied at the top. England’s Fleetwood carded a three under… Continue reading

Fleetwood and Cantlay share PGA Tour Championship lead after third round

“You only drive a Myvi?” – M’sian sales car agent mocked by customer for driving Myvi

A Malaysian car sales agent has gone viral after sharing how a customer belittled her for driving a Perodua Myvi while working in sales. In a Threads post, @nissarahilla recalled delivering a new car to a customer who questioned her choice of vehicle. “The customer mocked me, saying ‘You only drive a Myvi?’ and ‘Usually… Continue reading

Sinner and Sabalenka aim for rare US Open title defences in New York

DEFENDING champions Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka are chasing rare repeat US Open triumphs as the final Grand Slam of the season gets under way. Women’s world number one Sabalenka opens the defense of her 2024 crown on the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center’s Arthur Ashe Stadium showcourt against unseeded Swiss player Rebeka Masarova.… Continue reading

Sinner and Sabalenka aim for rare US Open title defences in New York

Government incentives for developers to end abandoned projects by 2030

IPOH: The government will provide incentives to property developers adopting the ‘build and sell’ policy to eliminate abandoned projects by 2030. Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming confirmed these incentives will be detailed in the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP). “Under the 13MP, developers who successfully implement the ‘build and sell’ model will receive… Continue reading

Trump names Airbnb co-founder to lead US government website redesign

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump has appointed Airbnb co-founder Joe Gebbia to lead a major overhaul of United States government digital services. Gebbia will spearhead the newly created National Design Studio with the goal of making federal websites as user-friendly as commercial platforms like the Apple App Store. “An experience that projects a level of excellence… Continue reading

Trump names Airbnb co-founder to lead US government website redesign

Argentina stun New Zealand 29-23 for first home win over All Blacks

ARGENTINA produced a stunning 29-23 upset victory over New Zealand to secure their first ever home win against the All Blacks in Rugby Championship history. The Pumas displayed superior discipline to overcome a New Zealand side reduced to thirteen men at times during a bruising Test match at Estadio Velez Sarsfield. Captain Julian Montoya praised… Continue reading

Argentina stun New Zealand 29-23 for first home win over All Blacks

Pentagon restricts Ukraine’s use of US missiles against Russia

WASHINGTON: The Pentagon has been quietly blocking Ukraine from using United States-made long-range Army Tactical Missile Systems to strike targets inside Russia. This restriction limits Kyiv’s ability to employ these weapons in its defence against Moscow’s invasion, according to the Wall Street Journal. United States officials cited in the report confirmed the policy, which Reuters… Continue reading

Pentagon restricts Ukraine’s use of US missiles against Russia

Kedai Ubat Kien Fatt warisan 83 tahun kekal relevan dalam komuniti

KUALA LUMPUR: Di sepanjang Jalan Petaling yang sibuk, dengan kemeriahan pelancong tawar-menawar harga untuk membeli cenderahati dan peniaga giat mempromosikan barangan jualan mereka kepada pelanggan, terdapat sebuah kedai lama, Kedai Ubat Kien Fatt terletak di bangunan warisan yang melambangkan elemen perpaduan Malaysia. Sebuah papan tanda dengan empat bahasa — Bahasa Melayu, Jawi, Mandarin dan English… Continue reading

Kedai Ubat Kien Fatt warisan 83 tahun kekal relevan dalam komuniti

Tabung Haji kekal 100% bumiputera Muslim urus operasi dan haji

KUALA LUMPUR: Lembaga Tabung Haji menegaskan bahawa pengurusan operasinya ditadbir urus dan dikendalikan sepenuhnya oleh pasukan pengurusan bumiputera Muslim. Pengarah Urusan Kumpulan dan Ketua Pegawai Eksekutifnya Mustakim Mohamad (gambar) berkata TH sedang melaksanakan inisiatif penjenamaan untuk memperkasakan semula peranannya sebagai institusi simpanan kewangan Islam yang dihormati. “Kebelakangan ini, TH lebih dikenali bagi perkhidmatan haji dan… Continue reading

Tabung Haji kekal 100% bumiputera Muslim urus operasi dan haji

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