SHAH ALAM: The High Court has fixed August 25 for the hearing of an application to exhume the body of UTM Palapes trainee Syamsul Haris Shamsudin. Judge Datuk Bhupindar Singh Gurcharan Singh Preet set the date after the IGP and AGC requested time to file their affidavit-in-reply. The IGP and AGC, named as respondents, were…
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SHAH ALAM: The High Court has fixed August 25 for the hearing of an application to exhume the body of UTM Palapes trainee Syamsul Haris Shamsudin. Judge Datuk Bhupindar Singh Gurcharan Singh Preet set the date after the IGP and AGC requested time to file their affidavit-in-reply. The IGP and AGC, named as respondents, were…
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DEBRIS from destroyed Ukrainian drones sparked fires at an oil refinery and a hospital roof in Russia’s Volgograd region, the administration of the southwestern Russian region said on Tuesday in a post on the Telegram messaging app. “Firefighters are working on site trying to contain and extinguish the fires,“ the administration cited the region’s governor,…
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DEBRIS from destroyed Ukrainian drones sparked fires at an oil refinery and a hospital roof in Russia’s Volgograd region, the administration of the southwestern Russian region said on Tuesday in a post on the Telegram messaging app. “Firefighters are working on site trying to contain and extinguish the fires,“ the administration cited the region’s governor,…
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WASHINGTON: U.S.-based charity HEAL Palestine and other rights groups criticized the State Department’s decision to stop visitor visas for Palestinians from Gaza, saying it will harm wounded children seeking medical treatment on short-term U.S. visas. The State Department said on Saturday it was halting all visitor visas for Gazans while it conducted “a full and…
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WASHINGTON: U.S.-based charity HEAL Palestine and other rights groups criticized the State Department’s decision to stop visitor visas for Palestinians from Gaza, saying it will harm wounded children seeking medical treatment on short-term U.S. visas. The State Department said on Saturday it was halting all visitor visas for Gazans while it conducted “a full and…
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SAO PAULO: Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Flavio Dino ruled on Monday that Brazilian citizens cannot automatically be subject to foreign laws or decisions within the country’s territory, a move that quickly prompted blowback from the United States. WHY IT’S IMPORTANT The ruling responds to a request from Brazilian mining lobby Ibram related to Brazilian cities…
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SAO PAULO: Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Flavio Dino ruled on Monday that Brazilian citizens cannot automatically be subject to foreign laws or decisions within the country’s territory, a move that quickly prompted blowback from the United States. WHY IT’S IMPORTANT The ruling responds to a request from Brazilian mining lobby Ibram related to Brazilian cities…
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BEIJING: China and India should establish “correct strategic understanding” and regard each other as partners, not rivals, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said to his Indian counterpart on Monday, according to his ministry. China is ready to uphold the principle of cordiality, mutual benefit with India, the Chinese ministry’s readout of the ministers’ meeting in…
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PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian Communications and Multimeldia Commission (MCMC) has removed more than 400 pieces of deepfake scam content from online platforms between January and mid-August this year Communications Minister Fahmid Fadzil told the Dewan Rakyat. “From January to August 15, the number of scams involving deepfake misuse of applications or AI technology have amounted…
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BEIJING: China and India should establish “correct strategic understanding” and regard each other as partners, not rivals, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said to his Indian counterpart on Monday, according to his ministry. China is ready to uphold the principle of cordiality, mutual benefit with India, the Chinese ministry’s readout of the ministers’ meeting in…
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PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian Communications and Multimeldia Commission (MCMC) has removed more than 400 pieces of deepfake scam content from online platforms between January and mid-August this year Communications Minister Fahmid Fadzil told the Dewan Rakyat. “From January to August 15, the number of scams involving deepfake misuse of applications or AI technology have amounted…
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KANGAR: The 65th Malaysian Schools Sports Council (MSSM) Athletics Championships commenced today at Tuanku Syed Putra Stadium. The event introduces a new mixed relay category, combining male and female athletes in one team. Education deputy director-general (school operations sector) Zainal Abas stated that around 1,400 students are participating in the championships. The competition, running until…
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KANGAR: The 65th Malaysian Schools Sports Council (MSSM) Athletics Championships commenced today at Tuanku Syed Putra Stadium. The event introduces a new mixed relay category, combining male and female athletes in one team. Education deputy director-general (school operations sector) Zainal Abas stated that around 1,400 students are participating in the championships. The competition, running until…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s trade performance rebounded in July 2025, growing 3.8 per cent year-on-year to RM265.92 billion, the highest monthly value on record. The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) reported exports rose 6.8 per cent to RM140.45 billion, the strongest since September 2022. Imports saw a modest 0.6 per cent increase to RM125.47…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s trade performance rebounded in July 2025, growing 3.8 per cent year-on-year to RM265.92 billion, the highest monthly value on record. The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) reported exports rose 6.8 per cent to RM140.45 billion, the strongest since September 2022. Imports saw a modest 0.6 per cent increase to RM125.47…
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PUTRAJAYA: The Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) has pledged to deepen cooperation with global partners to improve readiness against chemical threats. Director-General Datuk Seri Nor Hisham Mohammad emphasised the department’s dual focus on strengthening national response capabilities and fostering international alliances. Key partners include the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, the US Department of Defence,…
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PUTRAJAYA: The Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) has pledged to deepen cooperation with global partners to improve readiness against chemical threats. Director-General Datuk Seri Nor Hisham Mohammad emphasised the department’s dual focus on strengthening national response capabilities and fostering international alliances. Key partners include the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, the US Department of Defence,…
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KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 475 million e-invoices have been issued by 98,813 taxpayers under the first three phases of Malaysia’s mandatory e-invoicing system. Deputy Finance Minister Lim Hui Ying shared the update as of August 18, 2025, during a Dewan Rakyat session. She added that 37,000 taxpayers under phases four and five have voluntarily…
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KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 475 million e-invoices have been issued by 98,813 taxpayers under the first three phases of Malaysia’s mandatory e-invoicing system. Deputy Finance Minister Lim Hui Ying shared the update as of August 18, 2025, during a Dewan Rakyat session. She added that 37,000 taxpayers under phases four and five have voluntarily…
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IPOH: Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) graduates are being prepared to lead high-value industries, according to Datuk Dr Megat Sany Megat Ahmad Supian, deputy secretary-general (Policy) of the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE). He stated that these graduates contribute significantly to socio-economic balance and a competitive workforce, beyond just filling job positions. “Five…
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IPOH: Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) graduates are being prepared to lead high-value industries, according to Datuk Dr Megat Sany Megat Ahmad Supian, deputy secretary-general (Policy) of the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE). He stated that these graduates contribute significantly to socio-economic balance and a competitive workforce, beyond just filling job positions. “Five…
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SEREMBAN: A cook was charged in the Magistrate’s Court today with the murder of his housemate in Senawang. Zulazren Zakariah, 31, did not enter a plea as the case falls under the High Court’s jurisdiction. He is accused of stabbing Muhammad Amirul Rashid Mohd Niza, 28, in the chest at a house in Taman Sri…
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SEREMBAN: A cook was charged in the Magistrate’s Court today with the murder of his housemate in Senawang. Zulazren Zakariah, 31, did not enter a plea as the case falls under the High Court’s jurisdiction. He is accused of stabbing Muhammad Amirul Rashid Mohd Niza, 28, in the chest at a house in Taman Sri…
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PUTRAJAYA: The Special Task Force on Agency Reform (STAR) is reviewing AI investments to ensure they improve government efficiency and service delivery. STAR stated that an analysis of the “AI Productivity Paradox” showed AI saves time but has not yet boosted national productivity. The 7th STAR meeting for 2025, chaired by Chief Secretary Tan Sri…
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PUTRAJAYA: The Special Task Force on Agency Reform (STAR) is reviewing AI investments to ensure they improve government efficiency and service delivery. STAR stated that an analysis of the “AI Productivity Paradox” showed AI saves time but has not yet boosted national productivity. The 7th STAR meeting for 2025, chaired by Chief Secretary Tan Sri…
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Mental health issues among Malaysians are on the rise. Yet, many still suffer in silence and do not seek help out of fear of repercussions such as ostracisation and being labelled as crazy or problematic. This stigma often stems from a lack of understanding within society and even families, where mental health is still viewed…
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PETALING JAYA: Furrykids Safehaven (FKSH), recognised as one of Malaysia’s largest no-kill dog sanctuaries, is preparing to host an elegant fundraising gala dinner aimed at supporting over 2,000 rescued dogs currently under their care. The charity event, themed “Glitz & Doggo – A Night of Woofs and Wonders,“ will take place on November 8, 2025,…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Chin Hin Group Bhd signed a strategic customer cooperation agreement on August 13, 2025, with Kingdee International Software Group Company Ltd, a leading provider of digital management solutions listed on the main board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange and headquartered in Shenzhen, China. This partnership marks a pivotal leap in Chin Hin…
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ASIA Pacific University of Technology and Innovation (APU) campus was a hub of activity and creativity as students came together to celebrate World Environment Day (WED) 2025, themed #BeatPlasticPollution. The theme focuses on the toxic effects of plastic and how it has polluted every aspect of our life. Annually, about 11 million tons of plastic…
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THE Canadian Union of Public Employees, which represents Air Canada’s striking 10,000 flight attendants, said on Monday they are currently in meetings with the airline. “At this time, the strike is still on, and the talks have just commenced”, the union said in a Facebook post. – Reuters
THE Canadian Union of Public Employees, which represents Air Canada’s striking 10,000 flight attendants, said on Monday they are currently in meetings with the airline. “At this time, the strike is still on, and the talks have just commenced”, the union said in a Facebook post. – Reuters
VOLODYMYR Zelensky was not invited to the meeting between President Donald Trump and President Vladimir Putin in Alaska because the meeting was a bilateral summit to discuss a potential ceasefire and peace settlement in Ukraine. The purpose of the meeting was for the two leaders to gauge and determine a path to a broader peace…
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VOLODYMYR Zelensky was not invited to the meeting between President Donald Trump and President Vladimir Putin in Alaska because the meeting was a bilateral summit to discuss a potential ceasefire and peace settlement in Ukraine. The purpose of the meeting was for the two leaders to gauge and determine a path to a broader peace…
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A wholesome encounter at a myNEWS outlet in KL Trader’s Square has gone viral after a foreigner shared how a young Malaysian woman stepped in to help him when he was short of RM3 while paying his UNIFI bill. In his r/Bolehland post, he explained that the cashier had already keyed in the transaction, but…
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KYIV: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Tuesday after his meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump and European leaders that security guarantees for Kyiv will likely be worked out within 10 days. “Security guarantees will probably be ‘unpacked’ by our partners, and more and more details will emerge. All of this will somehow be formalised…
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KYIV: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Tuesday after his meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump and European leaders that security guarantees for Kyiv will likely be worked out within 10 days. “Security guarantees will probably be ‘unpacked’ by our partners, and more and more details will emerge. All of this will somehow be formalised…
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A wholesome encounter at a myNEWS outlet in KL Trader’s Square has gone viral after a foreigner shared how a young Malaysian woman stepped in to help him when he was short of RM3 while paying his UNIFI bill. In his r/Bolehland post, he explained that the cashier had already keyed in the transaction, but…
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GEORGE TOWN: Malaysia has called for ASEAN member states to unite in safeguarding regional maritime stability, warning that inaction could invite external interference. Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin stressed the urgency of addressing mounting maritime challenges through collaboration. “If ASEAN does not act now, our maritime stability will be severely compromised,” he said…
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WASHINGTON: NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte told Fox News on Monday that President Donald Trump’s meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and other European and NATO partners was very successful. During an interview on Fox News’ “The Ingraham Angle” show, Rutte said security guarantees for Ukraine were discussed in the meeting and that there was…
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WASHINGTON: NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte told Fox News on Monday that President Donald Trump’s meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and other European and NATO partners was very successful. During an interview on Fox News’ “The Ingraham Angle” show, Rutte said security guarantees for Ukraine were discussed in the meeting and that there was…
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HELSINKI: Details of security guarantees for Ukraine could be ironed out within the next week or so, Finland’s President Alexander Stubb told Finnish reporters in the U.S. capital on Monday after a meeting between European leaders and President Donald Trump. Stubb was one of several European leaders travelling to Washington for a joint meeting with…
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HELSINKI: Details of security guarantees for Ukraine could be ironed out within the next week or so, Finland’s President Alexander Stubb told Finnish reporters in the U.S. capital on Monday after a meeting between European leaders and President Donald Trump. Stubb was one of several European leaders travelling to Washington for a joint meeting with…
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KUALA LUMPUR: The ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community (ASCC) will spearhead the implementation of the ASEAN Community Vision 2045, prioritising people-centred development. ASEAN Secretary-General Dr Kao Kim Hourn emphasised that the ASCC serves as the ‘people’s pillar’ of ASEAN, turning commitments into actionable initiatives. “As ASEAN’s people’s pillar, the ASCC transforms this commitment into action,” he said…
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KUALA LUMPUR: The Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, has clarified that government aid for the Indian community is distributed through multiple ministries, not just the Malaysian Indian Community Transformation Unit (MITRA). He highlighted that substantial allocations are provided under various ministries for education, housing, and business support. Anwar noted that MITRA receives an annual…
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KUALA LUMPUR: The Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, has clarified that government aid for the Indian community is distributed through multiple ministries, not just the Malaysian Indian Community Transformation Unit (MITRA). He highlighted that substantial allocations are provided under various ministries for education, housing, and business support. Anwar noted that MITRA receives an annual…
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WASHINGTON: German Chancellor Friedrich Merz credited U.S. President Donald Trump with persuading Russia’s President to agree to a meeting with his Ukrainian counterpart. This meeting, to which Vladimir Putin agreed during a phone call with Trump, would take place at a yet-to-be-determined location, the German chancellor said. “We don’t know whether the Russian president will…
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WASHINGTON: German Chancellor Friedrich Merz credited U.S. President Donald Trump with persuading Russia’s President to agree to a meeting with his Ukrainian counterpart. This meeting, to which Vladimir Putin agreed during a phone call with Trump, would take place at a yet-to-be-determined location, the German chancellor said. “We don’t know whether the Russian president will…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia must modernise its pipeline systems with efficiency and innovation to strengthen operational performance and reimagine the water sector as a model of resilience, sustainability, and service excellence, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. He stated that the nation stands at a defining point in its water sector, where decisions made…
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WASHINGTON: Three U.S. Aegis guided-missile destroyers will arrive off the coast of Venezuela in the next 36 hours as part of an effort to address threats from Latin American drug cartels, two sources briefed on the matter said on Monday. President Donald Trump has wanted to use the military to go after Latin American drug…
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