August 2025 – Page 59 – Thesundailymys

JPJ sokong advokasi keselamatan program RXZ Members 7.0 Terengganu

PUTRAJAYA: Jabatan Pengangkutan Jalan (JPJ) memberi tumpuan kepada usaha advokasi dan pendidikan keselamatan jalan raya bagi memudahkan pergerakan peserta program RXZ Members 7.0 2025. Program ini akan berlangsung pada 23 Ogos di Litar Permotoran Gong Badak, Terengganu. Ketua Pengarah JPJ Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli menyambut baik kenyataan Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim yang mengiktiraf… Continue reading

JPJ KL impounds three stage buses for serious offences

KUALA LUMPUR: The Federal Territory Kuala Lumpur Road Transport Department (JPJ WPKL) impounded three stage buses at tourist hotspots in the city centre last Sunday. JPJ WPKL director Hamedi Adam said the buses were found to have committed several serious offences, including operating with expired motor vehicle licences (LKM) dating back to April and June… Continue reading

Isu keselamatan dan penganjuran F1 tumpuan Dewan Rakyat

KUALA LUMPUR: Usaha kerajaan dalam mengatasi unsur pengintipan yang boleh menjejaskan keselamatan negara dan kemampuan Malaysia menganjurkan semula perlumbaan Formula 1 (F1) antara tumpuan Dewan Rakyat hari ini. Menurut Aturan Urusan Mesyuarat di portal Parlimen, Roy Angau Gingkoi (GPS-Lubok Antu) pada Waktu Pertanyaan-Pertanyaan Menteri, meminta Menteri Dalam Negeri menyatakan langkah pencegahan dan intervensi bagi mengatasi… Continue reading

Nilai kerosakan akibat kebakaran hutan di Sepanyol dianggarkan US$700 juta

MOSCOW: Kebakaran hutan di Sepanyol telah menyebabkan kerosakan langsung kepada sektor pertanian dan ternakan bernilai sekurang-kurangnya €600 juta (US$700 juta), lapor akhbar El Periodico pada Rabu, memetik data daripada persatuan pertanian Sepanyol COAG, menurut Sputnik/RIA Novosti. Industri yang paling teruk terjejas dilaporkan ialah penternakan lebah. Kebakaran itu memusnahkan kira-kira 10,000 sarang lebah, manakala kehilangan tumbuh-tumbuhan… Continue reading

Kesan sekatan pasaran AS terhadap minyak sawit malaysia dijangka minimum – KPK

KUALA LUMPUR: Kesan langsung daripada sekatan atau cabaran pasaran Amerika Syarikat (AS) terhadap industri minyak sawit Malaysia dijangka pada tahap minimum, kata Kementerian Perladangan dan Komoditi (KPK). Menurutnya minyak sawit dari Malaysia dipersijilkan mampan oleh Minyak Sawit Mampan Malaysia (MSPO) dan mempunyai ciri dan fungsi khusus yang sukar digantikan dengan minyak lain. “Oleh itu, tahap… Continue reading

JPJ advocacy for RXZ Members 7.0 event and road safety

PUTRAJAYA: The Road Transport Department is prioritising advocacy, safety education, and logistical support for participants of the RXZ Members 7.0 2025 programme. The event is scheduled for August 23 at the Gong Badak Motor Circuit in Terengganu. Director-General Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli welcomed the Prime Minister’s recognition of the motorcycling community. “This high-impact programme not… Continue reading

Kim Jong Un praises North Korean troops in Russia for Ukraine war

SEOUL: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un praised “heroic” North Korean troops who fought for Russia in the war against Ukraine, in a meeting with officers of the army’s overseas operation, state media KCNA said on Thursday. Kim “highly appreciated their feats of leading the combat units of our armed forces, which participated in the… Continue reading

Kim Jong Un praises North Korean troops in Russia for Ukraine war

Pakistan bersedia hadapi hujan lebat, angka korban meningkat kepada 749

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan dijangka menerima lebih banyak hujan lebat dalam beberapa hari akan datang dan pihak berkuasa memberi amaran tentang kemungkinan banjir di kawasan bandar, ketika negara itu sedang bergelut dengan kesan hujan monsun sebelum ini, lapor Agensi Berita Jerman (dpa). “Tiga sistem cuaca berbeza di Pakistan akan menyebabkan hujan lebat dalam tempoh 15 hari akan… Continue reading

Microsoft restricts Chinese access to cyber early warning system

WASHINGTON: Microsoft said on Wednesday it has scaled back some Chinese companies’ access to its early warning system for cybersecurity vulnerabilities following speculation that Beijing was involved in a hacking campaign against the company’s widely used SharePoint servers. The new restrictions come in the wake of last month’s sweeping hacking attempts against Microsoft SharePoint servers,… Continue reading

Microsoft restricts Chinese access to cyber early warning system

Trump administration to vet visa applications for anti-Americanism

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump’s administration has said it will assess applicants for U.S. work, study and immigration visas for “anti-Americanism” and count any such finding against them, sparking concern about implications for free speech. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services said in a “policy alert” dated Tuesday that it gave immigration officers new guidance on… Continue reading

Trump administration to vet visa applications for anti-Americanism

Gol saat akhir Buriram gagalkan kemenangan Selangor FC

JARINGAN padamasa kecederaan pemain Buriram United Peter Zulj meranapkan impian Selangor FC untuk mencuri tiga mata apabila terikat 1-1 pada aksi Kumpulan A Kejohanan Kelab ASEAN di Chang Arena, Thailand hari ini. Pada aksi berkenaan, Selangor terlebih dahulu berada di hadapan menerusi jaringan pemain importnya Chrigor Moraes pada minit ke-38. Tersentak dengan jaringan tersebut, Buriram… Continue reading

AIA Group first-half new business value rises 14% on strong demand

HONG KONG: AIA Group reported a 14 percent increase in its first-half value of new business on Thursday. This growth was driven by strong demand for its insurance products in the key markets of China and Hong Kong. The insurer said VONB, a key barometer that gauges expected profit from new premiums, was $2.84 billion… Continue reading

AIA Group first-half new business value rises 14% on strong demand

Trump demands Fed governor Cook resign over mortgage scrutiny

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump ramped up pressure on the US central bank Wednesday with a call for Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook to step down, as he repeatedly criticizes Fed Chair Jerome Powell for not lowering interest rates. “Cook must resign, now!!!” Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform, sharing a Bloomberg news report on… Continue reading

Trump demands Fed governor Cook resign over mortgage scrutiny

XPeng & VW expand partnership in China

XPENG and Volkswagen Group have taken another major step in their partnership with the signing of a new agreement that expands their technical cooperation well beyond electric vehicles. The deal will see the jointly developed electrical and electronic (E/E) architecture not only integrated into Volkswagen’s battery-electric vehicle (BEV) platforms but also applied to its internal… Continue reading

‘Heavy-handed action could dampen patriotic spirit’

PETALING JAYA: From upside-down flags to worn-out banners, Malaysians are finding themselves fined and reprimanded but critics warn that heavy-handed enforcement could kill the very spirit of patriotism it seeks to protect. Recent arrests and warnings over the improper display of the Jalur Gemilang have reignited debate on whether strict enforcement instils respect or instead… Continue reading

M’sians share harsh reality of working in Japanese companies, claims politeness is surface-level

WORKING abroad can offer new opportunities and cultural insights, but it also comes with challenges — especially when navigating workplace dynamics shaped by different cultural norms. In instances where one has worked in Japanese companies, specifically in the country itself, there is more than meets the eye, per the claims of many Malaysians online recently.… Continue reading

Dewan Rakyat debates espionage threats and F1 return today

KUALA LUMPUR: Government efforts to counter espionage elements that could jeopardise national security, and Malaysia’s ability to host Formula 1 (F1) again, are expected to take the spotlight in the Dewan Rakyat today. According to the Order Paper on Parliament’s portal, Roy Angau Gingkoi (GPS–Lubok Antu) is to ask the Home Minister to outline prevention… Continue reading

India test-fires Agni-5 nuclear-capable ballistic missile

NEW DELHI: India said Wednesday it had successfully test-fired an intermediate-range ballistic missile which, when operational, should be capable of carrying a nuclear warhead to any part of China. The Agni-5 missile was successfully launched in India’s eastern Odisha state, with authorities saying it “validated all operational and technical parameters.” India and China, the world’s… Continue reading

India test-fires Agni-5 nuclear-capable ballistic missile

Google Pixel 10 launch with advanced AI features unveiled

NEW YORK: Google has officially launched its new Pixel 10 smartphone series, packed with advanced artificial intelligence capabilities. The announcement was made at a star-studded event in Brooklyn hosted by comedian Jimmy Fallon. Product manager Tyler Kugler stated that Pixel continues to be the best way for people to try out the latest bleeding-edge AI… Continue reading

Google Pixel 10 launch with advanced AI features unveiled

Olympic champion Khelif denies retirement from boxing

ALGERIAN boxer and Olympic champion Imane Khelif on Wednesday denied claims made by her former manager that she was putting her career on hold. Khelif was at the centre of a gender row at the Paris Games where she won gold in the women’s 66kg category. “I would like to make it clear to the… Continue reading

Olympic champion Khelif denies retirement from boxing

Gauff splits with coach Daly ahead of U.S. Open

TWO-TIMES Grand Slam champion Coco Gauff has parted ways with coach Matthew Daly just days before the start of the U.S. Open, ESPN reported on Wednesday. World number three Gauff will continue to work with longtime coach Jean-Christophe Faurel and has also brought biomechanics specialist Gavin MacMillan. She was seen training on Wednesday at the… Continue reading

Gauff splits with coach Daly ahead of U.S. Open

Canada wildfire threat eases as Mount Underwood fire stabilises

TORONTO: The threat from a wildfire that engulfed a mountain in western Canada was downgraded Wednesday, with local officials saying there was “no longer a risk to life and safety” in the area. The Mount Underwood fire on Vancouver Island was one of several major blazes this summer in Canada, which is enduring its second… Continue reading

Disney Launches New ESPN App with Live Sports & Features

WALT DISNEY’S ESPN will deliver its full range of sports programming outside of pay TV for the first time starting on Thursday, when the network debuts an app designed to be a hub for live games and personalized news, stats and highlights. The ESPN app is Disney’s effort to capture some of the tens of… Continue reading

Disney Launches New ESPN App with Live Sports & Features

French researcher faces new Russia espionage charges

MOSCOW: A French researcher who is serving three years in a Russian prison is now being investigated for espionage, according to a court filing seen by AFP on Wednesday. Documents showed that Laurent Vinatier is facing a new court hearing on August 25 on espionage charges, which carry a sentence of up to 20 years… Continue reading

French researcher faces new Russia espionage charges

Scottie Scheffler reflects on Tiger Woods’ influence

AS Scottie Scheffler prepares to put the finishing touches on another Tiger- like season, he reflected Wednesday on a critical lesson he learned from Tiger Woods. “I’ve only played one round of tournament golf with Tiger Woods, and it completely changed the way I look at how I play tournaments,“ Scheffler told reporters at Atlanta’s… Continue reading

M’sian calls out RM1k rent listing for bare single-storey house

RENTING a home is becoming increasingly difficult for many Malaysians, particularly in high-demand states like Johor. A recent Threads post by a concerned woman has sparked heated discussions online after she highlighted a steep rental rate for a basic housing unit in the state. “Living in Johor is getting harder with rental rates that do… Continue reading

More daily essentials spared from tax under SST expansion

PETALING JAYA: Malaysians will see more essentials spared from tax under the Sales and Services Tax (SST) soon with the number of exempted or zero-rated goods tripling compared with those under the abolished Goods and Services Tax (GST). In a written reply to the Dewan Rakyat, the Finance Ministry said 1,826 goods will be exempted… Continue reading

Fahmi Fadzil extends condolences on passing of RTM producer Azizi Harun

KUALA LUMPUR: Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil has extended his condolences to the family of the late Azizi Harun, a producer at the International Unit, Current Affairs Division, Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM), who died this evening. Fahmi said he was deeply saddened upon receiving news of Azizi’s passing, describing him as a highly dedicated individual in… Continue reading

ASEAN strategic growth region for Malaysia amid global challenges

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia identifies ASEAN as a region possessing vast untapped potential poised to become a dynamic engine of growth and resilience during global uncertainties. This perspective comes from the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry. MITI Deputy Secretary General Mastura Ahmad Mustafa stated that ASEAN represents more than just a large market. She described… Continue reading

Penang pig farmers warned against permit misuse to curb ASF spread

TASEK GELUGOR: Pig farmers and traders in Penang, particularly those operating in Kampung Selamat, have received a stern reminder regarding the proper use of Movement Permission Accounts. Penang Veterinary Services Department director Dr Saira Banu Mohamed Rejab emphasised that permit transfers using other farm names are strictly prohibited. She stated that moving sick or ASF-positive… Continue reading

Tiger Woods to lead PGA committee focused on ‘significant’ change

TIGER WOODS was named the chair of the PGA Tour’s new future competition committee by CEO Brian Rolapp, who is tasking the nine-person panel to bring “significant change” to the current model for Tournament golf competition. Rolapp said Wednesday the goal is to optimize the game for players, fans and Tour partners. Woods was told… Continue reading

Thirteen arrested for Mexico City officials’ murders

MEXICO CITY: Thirteen individuals face arrest for alleged involvement in the murders of two close aides to Mexico City’s mayor three months ago. Mayor Clara Brugada confirmed the arrests occurred on Wednesday. Brugada’s personal secretary Ximena Guzman and advisor Jose “Pepe” Munoz were shot dead during rush hour on a busy avenue on May 20.… Continue reading

Isak standoff with Newcastle benefits no one, says Shearer

THE impasse between Alexander Isak and his Premier League club Newcastle United is harming both parties, according to the club’s former striker Alan Shearer. Sweden international Isak was the subject of a 110 million pounds ($148.34 million) bid from Liverpool earlier this month according to media reports, and took to social media on Tuesday to… Continue reading

PlayStation 5 price increase due to US tariffs explained

SAN FRANCISCO: Sony on Wednesday said it is bumping up the price of PlayStation 5 video game consoles by $50 in the United States due to a “challenging economic environment.” Tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump hike the cost of goods brought into the US, leaving companies like Japan’s Sony to decide whether to pass… Continue reading

Djokovic out to turn back time in push for U.S. Open glory

AFTER semi-final runs at all three Grand Slams this season, 38-year-old Novak Djokovic arrives at the U.S. Open chasing history while confronting the limits of an aging body. The Serbian great remains in pursuit of an unprecedented 25th Grand Slam title, but comes to Flushing Meadows without a single competitive singles match since his Wimbledon… Continue reading

Gavin Newsom trolls Trump with memes, riles Republicans

WASHINGTON: All-caps hyperbole, wild accusations and idiosyncratic spelling: not just an average Wednesday on Donald Trump’s Truth Social feed, but a new digital media strategy for California Governor Gavin Newsom that is delighting Democrats — and riling Republicans. Newsom — hotly-tipped for the 2028 Democratic presidential nomination — has been parodying Trump with a series… Continue reading

Sinner’s health comes into focus ahead of U.S. Open

TOP-RANKED Jannik Sinner arrives at the U.S. Open as the defending champion and a leading contender, though his withdrawal from the Cincinnati final on Monday due to illness adds a measure of uncertainty to his title defence. The Italian looked off from the outset of his match against rival Carlos Alcaraz and, after quickly falling… Continue reading

Texas redistricting map reignites US voting rights battle

HOUSTON: Texas Republicans were on course Wednesday to approve a contentious new electoral map pushed by President Donald Trump to eke out more seats and defend their razor-thin majority in the US House of Representatives, with the midterm elections looming. The vote had been delayed by two weeks after Democratic legislators fled the state to… Continue reading

PKR sec-gen to be consulted on objection letter

PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said he would consult PKR secretary-general Datuk Dr Fuziah Salleh on Umno’s letter objecting to the admission of its former members into other parties within the unity government. “We received the letter some time ago. I will check with the secretary-general,“ he said after attending the Finance Ministry’s… Continue reading