August 2025 – Page 5 – Thesundailymys

Melaka rekod pelaburan RM855.63 juta suku pertama 2025

MELAKA: Melaka merekodkan pelaburan sebanyak RM855.63 juta pada suku pertama tahun ini dalam sektor strategik termasuk pembuatan dan perkhidmatan. Ketua Menteri Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh (gambar) menyatakan jumlah ini merupakan kesinambungan daripada prestasi pelaburan tahun lepas yang mencecah RM8.18 bilion. “Pelaburan ini melepasi sasaran awal RM5 bilion sekali gus menyaksikan Melaka melonjak sebagai destinasi… Continue reading

India-ASEAN cultural harmony event highlights deep regional ties

KUALA LUMPUR: Cultural exchanges play a crucial role in strengthening people-to-people ties and fostering mutual understanding between India and ASEAN. High Commissioner of India to Malaysia B.N. Reddy emphasised this point during the ‘Celebrating India-ASEAN Cultural Harmony’ event organised by multiple cultural organisations. “India-ASEAN as well as India-Malaysia share a comprehensive strategic partnership, and under… Continue reading

India-ASEAN cultural harmony event highlights deep regional ties

Defence Ministry opens new tender for army helicopters after King’s decree

KOTA TINGGI: The Ministry of Defence has initiated a new tender process for leasing four helicopters for the Malaysian Army Aviation Unit after cancelling the previous contract with a company that failed to deliver Black Hawk helicopters. Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin stated the new tender closing this September will evaluate multiple factors… Continue reading

Defence Ministry opens new tender for army helicopters after King’s decree

All-new Ford Ranger WildTrak 3.0L V6 turbo diesel arrives in Malaysia – 250PS, 600Nm of torque!

Sime Darby Auto ConneXion-Ford (Auto ConneXion), the sole distributor of Ford vehicles in Malaysia, has officially introduced the all-new Ford Ranger WildTrak 3.0L V6 Turbo Diesel at Heritage Valley Kuala Lumpur. Positioned as the most powerful WildTrak yet, the new variant combines rugged capability with refined comfort, making it a versatile choice for those who… Continue reading

India considers GST cuts to counter US tariffs and aid middle class

NEW DELHI: The Indian government is considering significant goods and services tax reductions to counter potential US trade tariffs and support middle-income households. Any final decision on these tax cuts ultimately rests with the GST Council, which includes representatives from state governments and has struggled to achieve broad consensus in the past. If approved, the… Continue reading

India considers GST cuts to counter US tariffs and aid middle class

Indonesia restricts loudspeaker towers after health and religious concerns

MALANG: Indonesian authorities have imposed restrictions on deafening loudspeaker towers following health concerns and a religious ruling declaring excessive noise forbidden under Islamic law. Residents in East Java villages have reported cracked walls, broken windows, and falling roof tiles caused by the intense vibrations from massive speaker systems mounted on trucks. The sound systems commonly… Continue reading

Indonesia restricts loudspeaker towers after health and religious concerns

Fire breaks out at Russian nuclear plant after Ukrainian drone downed

MOSCOW: A fire erupted at a Russian nuclear power plant after the country’s military intercepted a Ukrainian drone on Sunday. The Kursk Nuclear Power Plant in western Russia confirmed the incident occurred when the device detonated upon impact. Facility officials stated that “was extinguished by fire crews” following the explosion. No casualties resulted from the… Continue reading

Fire breaks out at Russian nuclear plant after Ukrainian drone downed

Home Minister loses defamation case, to pay RM670k to Kedah MB

PETALING JAYA: The Alor Setar High Court has delivered a significant ruling against Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail (pic) in a defamation lawsuit brought by Kedah Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor, stemming from controversial statements made during the 2023 state election campaign period. According to Berita Harian, Justice Johan Lee… Continue reading

Home Minister loses defamation case, to pay RM670k to Kedah MB

Mindef buka tender baharu sewaan empat helikopter untuk TDM

KOTA TINGGI: Kementerian Pertahanan membuka tender baharu bagi penyewaan empat buah helikopter untuk kegunaan Pasukan Udara Tentera Darat Malaysia selepas pembatalan penganugerahan terdahulu kepada sebuah syarikat yang gagal menunaikan penghantaran empat helikopter Black Hawk berkenaan. Menteri Pertahanan Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin berkata tender baharu yang akan ditutup pada September itu akan mengambil kira pelbagai… Continue reading

Mindef buka tender baharu sewaan empat helikopter untuk TDM

Media perlu berhati-hati dalam penerbitan berita: Abdullah Saidol

KUCHING: Timbalan Menteri di Jabatan Premier Sarawak (Hal Ehwal Korporat, Penerangan dan UKAS) Datuk Abdullah Saidol mengingatkan pengamal media agar lebih berhati-hati dalam menulis serta menerbitkan berita. Beliau menegaskan bahawa setiap penerbitan berita perlu dibuat dengan penuh pertimbangan agar tidak menyinggung sensitiviti masyarakat susulan laporan berkaitan akhbar tempatan Sarawak Tribune yang disiasat Kementerian Dalam Negeri… Continue reading

Media perlu berhati-hati dalam penerbitan berita: Abdullah Saidol

Segamat earthquake triggers panic among residents, no damage reported

JOHOR BAHRU: A 4.1-magnitude earthquake struck Segamat this morning, causing panic among residents preparing for their daily routines. Nur Hafiz Mukmin, 32, said his house in Jalan Tasek Alai suddenly shook at around 6.13 am while he was getting ready for work. “I thought the house was about to collapse. I panicked and quickly got… Continue reading

Indonesian honorary teacher reveals his RM91 salary, which can last for 2 weeks

A contract teacher in Indonesia recently shared his salary, shocking netizens with how little it is compared to the national average. According to sources online, the average salary in Indonesia is said to range between 4.5 to 6.5 million rupiah (RM1,172 to RM1,619) however, the honorary teacher revealed that his salary amounts to a small… Continue reading

Family of four rescued after getting lost at Berapit Hill Trail

BUKIT MERTAJAM: A family of four endured more than three anxious hours after becoming lost while hiking at Berapit Hill Trail before being successfully rescued by fire department personnel last night. Penang Fire and Rescue Department Assistant Director of Firefighting and Rescue Operations John Sagun Francis confirmed they received an emergency call at 8.08 pm… Continue reading

Family of four rescued after getting lost at Berapit Hill Trail

PENTARAMA Merdeka@HOHO programme promotes patriotism through community engagement

IPOH: The Information Department’s PENTARAMA Merdeka@HOHO programme has become a dynamic platform for fostering patriotism and unity through closer community engagement. Communications Ministry senior undersecretary Mazlan Abd Mutalib described the initiative as a game changer in promotional activities through strategic collaboration with Perak Transit. “PENTARAMA combines music, dance, drama and quizzes in a casual but… Continue reading

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