August 2025 – Page 8 – Thesundailymys

Foster family blues

FOLLOWING up on their critically-acclaimed Talk to Me from 2022, brothers Danny and Michael Philippou shift gears ever so slightly for Bring Her Back, the latest film to crawl out of the A24 horror crypt. Following the death of their father, Andy (Billy Barratt) and his stepsister Piper (Sora Wong) are taken in as foster… Continue reading

Felda cooperatives urged to restructure for higher profits and dividends

KUALA LUMPUR: The Federal Land Development Authority (Felda) cooperative ecosystem must undergo restructuring to improve profitability and dividend returns for shareholders, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. He emphasised that divesting underperforming investments or improving returns is crucial for cooperatives to benefit settlers. “Last year’s dividends have begun distribution, but the… Continue reading

Mindef tubuh jawatankuasa siasat kematian pegawai kadet Palapes UTM

JOHOR BAHRU: Kementerian Pertahanan (Mindef) menubuhkan jawatankuasa bagi menyiasat kematian seorang pegawai kadet Pasukan Latihan Pegawai Simpanan (Palapes) Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) ketika menjalani latihan di Pusat Latihan Tempur Tentera Darat (Pulada) Ulu Tiram, Isnin lepas. Menteri Pertahanan Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin berkata jawatankuasa itu turut melibatkan Kementerian Pendidikan Tinggi dan Kementerian Dalam Negeri.… Continue reading

Trump stakes reputation as dealmaker with tariff policy

WASHINGTON: Donald Trump is staking his reputation as a tough negotiator and slick dealmaker — that has served him well throughout his life — with his ultra-muscular, protectionist tariffs policy. On Friday, the White House released a picture of the US president seen with a smartphone pressed to his ear, with the caption: “Making calls.… Continue reading

Malaysia-Vietnam tourism boost with Vietjet Air partnership

KUALA LUMPUR: Tourism Malaysia has inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Vietjet Air to improve air connectivity and boost tourism between Malaysia and Vietnam. The agreement was signed during the Visit Malaysia Year 2026 launch in Hanoi. Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing highlighted the deep historical and cultural ties… Continue reading

60,000 permohonan belajar di kolej vokasional seluruh negara

TAIPING: Kira-kira 60,000 permohonan diterima untuk menyertai bidang Pendidikan dan Latihan Teknikal dan Vokasional (TVET) di Kolej Vokasional di seluruh negara, hingga kini. Timbalan Menteri Pendidikan Wong Kah Woh berkata jumlah permohonan itu membuktikan respons yang begitu baik oleh generasi muda terhadap pembangunan pendidikan TVET. “Ketika ini Kementerian Pendidikan (KPM) mempunyai 86 Kolej Vokasional di… Continue reading

Struktur semula koperasi FELDA untuk manfaat peneroka – Ahmad Zahid

KUALA LUMPUR: Seluruh ekosistem koperasi di bawah Lembaga Kemajuan Tanah Persekutuan (FELDA) perlu menjalani proses penstrukturan semula supaya dapat menjana keuntungan lebih memberangsangkan. Timbalan Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi berkata langkah itu kerana koperasi FELDA mempunyai pelaburan dalam pelbagai organisasi perniagaan yang berpotensi menjana pulangan sekali gus dapat disalurkan semula kepada peneroka.… Continue reading

Malaysia to host Cambodia-Thai border talks as mediator

JOHOR BAHRU: Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin will contact his Cambodian and Thai counterparts today to finalise arrangements for the upcoming General Boundary Committee (GBC) Meeting, set to be hosted by Malaysia. The discussions aim to resolve ongoing border disputes under a ceasefire agreement mediated by Malaysia last month. Khaled Nordin stated, “Prior… Continue reading

Isteri anggota polis terkejut terima panggilan suami ditikam di Pudu

KUALA LUMPUR: Terkejut dan menggigil, itu reaksi Norfazliana Osman, 35, sebaik menerima panggilan daripada Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz UKM mengenai kecederaan parah suaminya, seorang anggota polis yang ditikam di Pasar Pudu. “Pukul 1 tengah hari, hospital telefon minta kebenaran untuk pembedahan segera kerana usus suami mungkin perlu dibuang akibat tikaman,“ katanya ketika ditemui di hospital… Continue reading

US tariff rate won’t affect Malaysia’s commodities market, says Johari

JOHOR BAHRU: The United States’ decision to impose a 19 per cent reciprocal tariff on Malaysian goods will not affect the competitiveness of Malaysia’s commodities in the global market, according to Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani. He stated that the tariff rate remains competitive compared to other ASEAN nations, including Indonesia,… Continue reading

Mohamed Khaled hubungi Menteri Pertahanan Kemboja, Thailand hari ini

JOHOR BAHRU: Menteri Pertahanan Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin akan menghubungi rakan sejawatnya dari Kemboja dan Thailand hari ini, bagi memaklumkan kesediaan Malaysia menjadi tuan rumah mesyuarat Jawatankuasa Sempadan Am (GBC) antara kedua-dua negara itu. Beliau berkata panggilan telefon berkenaan merupakan langkah awal sebelum diadakan sidang video tiga hala menerusi aplikasi Zoom bersama kedua-dua menteri… Continue reading

506 local products approved for MySTI logo as of July

TANJONG MALIM: A total of 506 products under the Use of Local R&D Products and Services Programme (MySTI) have been approved for the MySTI logo as of July, said Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Chang Lih Kang. Chang stated that products and services with the MySTI logo are now prioritised in government procurement since June… Continue reading

506 produk tempatan diluluskan logo MySTI setakat Julai

TANJONG MALIM: Sebanyak 506 produk Program Penggunaan Barangan dan Perkhidmatan Hasil R&D Tempatan (MySTI) telah diluluskan untuk penandaan logo berkenaan setakat Julai, kata Menteri Sains, Teknologi dan Inovasi Chang Lih Kang. Chang berkata barangan dan perkhidmatan yang ditandakan logo MySTI itu telah diberi keutamaan dalam perolehan kerajaan mulai 23 Jun 2025. “Pelaksanaan (MySTI) adalah antara… Continue reading

KKR to modernise Malaysia’s infrastructure under 13MP for urban and rural areas

KUALA LUMPUR: The Public Works Ministry (KKR) will integrate cutting-edge technology into strategic infrastructure projects under the 13th Malaysia Plan (MP13), focusing on road networks, highways, bridges, and public facilities. In a statement today, KKR emphasised that MP13 is not just about physical development but also aims to uplift living standards for all Malaysians, ensuring… Continue reading

Up to 1 million young Catholics gather for Pope Leo vigil in Rome

ROME: Up to a million young Catholic believers are expected to gather for a night-time vigil led by Pope Leo XIV, the highlight of a week-long pilgrimage during the Jubilee holy year. The “Jubilee of Youth” has drawn thousands of young pilgrims from around the world to Rome, with excitement building for the new pope’s… Continue reading

Up to 1 million young Catholics gather for Pope Leo vigil in Rome

Felda settlers to gain from FGV majority stake acquisition

KUALA LUMPUR: The Federal Land Development Authority’s (Felda) acquisition of a 91.73% stake in FGV Holdings Bhd will ensure full ownership and restructuring, with profits directly benefiting settlers, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. Speaking after the Felda Settlers’ Appreciation Ceremony, Zahid highlighted that the Pahang and Sabah state governments have… Continue reading

Felda settlers to gain from FGV majority stake acquisition

Johor pelajari model pengurusan pasar Singapura untuk pembangunan lebih baik

JOHOR BAHRU: Johor berhasrat mempelajari model pengurusan pusat penjaja dan pasar awam Singapura bagi meningkatkan kualiti kemudahan, kebersihan, dan suasana perniagaan di negeri ini. Pengerusi Jawatankuasa Perumahan dan Kerajaan Tempatan Johor, Datuk Mohd Jafni Md Shukor, berkata hasrat itu timbul selepas lawatan kerja bersama Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi ke Pusat Penjaja Geylang Serai… Continue reading

Ketua Polis Negara kunjungi Tun Musa Aman di Sabah

KOTA KINABALU: Yang Dipertua Negeri Sabah Tun Musa Aman menerima kunjungan hormat Ketua Polis Negara Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail di Istana Seri Kinabalu hari ini. Mohd Khalid tiba pada pukul 9 pagi dan menandatangani buku tetamu sebelum mengadakan pertemuan selama 20 minit dengan Tun Musa di Dewan Kunjungan Khas. “Polis Diraja Malaysia (PDRM) sentiasa… Continue reading

Polis selesai siasatan kes kematian Zara Qairina – Saifuddin

KUANTAN: Polis telah selesai menjalankan siasatan berhubung kes kematian pelajar tingkatan satu Zara Qairina Mahathir, kata Menteri Dalam Negeri Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution ismail. Beliau berkata kira-kira 60 saksi telah dipanggil bagi membantu siasatan kes berkenaan. “Siasatan dah siap, saya ingat paling lewat minggu depan pihak polis akan serahkan (kertas siasatan) kepada Jabatan Peguam Negara… Continue reading

Policeman stabbed in Pudu: Wife recounts shock as husband undergoes surgery

KUALA LUMPUR: The wife of a police corporal stabbed during a patrol in Pudu last week described her shock after receiving an urgent call from the hospital requesting immediate consent for emergency surgery. Norfazliana Osman, 35, was at their home in the Pudu police quarters when Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz (HCTM) contacted her around 1… Continue reading

Policeman stabbed in Pudu: Wife recounts shock as husband undergoes surgery

Tarif 19% AS tidak jejas daya saing komoditi Malaysia – Johari

JOHOR BAHRU: Kadar tarif 19 peratus yang dikenakan Amerika Syarikat (AS) ke atas Malaysia tidak akan menjejaskan daya saing komoditi negara di pasaran antarabangsa, menurut Menteri Perladangan dan Komoditi Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani. Beliau menjelaskan bahawa kadar tersebut masih kompetitif berbanding negara-negara ASEAN lain, termasuk Indonesia, yang turut dikenakan tarif sama walaupun menjadi pengeluar… Continue reading

IGP discusses Sabah security with governor in courtesy call

KOTA KINABALU: Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail paid a courtesy visit to Sabah Governor Tun Musa Aman at Istana Seri Kinabalu today. This marked Mohd Khalid’s first official meeting with the governor since his appointment as IGP on June 20. During the 20-minute discussion, both leaders addressed key security and stability concerns… Continue reading

IGP discusses Sabah security with governor in courtesy call

Suspek tikam anggota polis di Pudu didapati bawa dadah

KUALA LUMPUR: Suspek lelaki yang menikam anggota polis ketika rondaan cegah jenayah di Pasar Pudu pada Khamis lepas didapati bertindak agresif kerana membawa dadah. Timbalan Ketua Polis Negara Tan Sri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay berkata suspek itu juga merupakan pesalah tegar dengan 14 rekod jenayah lampau melibatkan dadah dan jenayah kekerasan. Suspek direman tujuh hari… Continue reading

60,000 TVET applications show rising demand for vocational training

TAIPING: Approximately 60,000 applications have been received for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) courses at vocational colleges nationwide, reflecting growing interest in skills-based education. Deputy Education Minister Wong Kah Woh said the strong response underscores TVET’s appeal as a pathway for youth development. “We currently have a capacity of 17,000 places across 86… Continue reading

60,000 TVET applications show rising demand for vocational training

Novak Djokovic invests in French football club Le Mans FC

SERBIAN tennis star Novak Djokovic has taken a stake in French football club Le Mans FC, the newly promoted Ligue 2 side confirmed on Friday. The 24-time Grand Slam winner is among a group of high-profile investors backing the club. Former Formula 1 drivers Felipe Massa and Kevin Magnussen, along with investment firm OutField, are… Continue reading

Novak Djokovic invests in French football club Le Mans FC

Kenya catat 314 kes mpox dengan 5 kematian, pengawasan diperketat

NAIROBI: Kementerian Kesihatan Kenya melaporkan peningkatan kes cacar monyet (mpox) kepada 314 kes dengan lima kematian sejak wabak itu bermula pada Julai 2024. Setiausaha Kabinet Kesihatan Aden Duale memaklumkan 33 kes sedang dirawat di fasiliti kesihatan, manakala 54 kes menjalani pengasingan di rumah. Menurut Duale, kes mpox dilaporkan di 22 daripada 47 daerah di Kenya.… Continue reading

Cabinet ministers extend condolences on passing of Lukanisman’s father

KUALA LUMPUR: Several Cabinet members conveyed their condolences to Deputy Health Minister Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni following the passing of his father, Awang Sauni Pengiran Anis. The announcement was shared by Lukanisman on Facebook, stating his father passed away peacefully in his sleep at approximately 2.45 am. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof expressed… Continue reading

Kemalangan LPT1: 3 warga Bangladesh maut, 2 cedera di Kuantan

KUANTAN: Tiga lelaki warga Bangladesh maut manakala dua lagi cedera dalam kemalangan membabitkan kenderaan pelbagai guna (MPV) di KM200.8 Lebuhraya Pantai Timur 1 dekat sini, semalam. Kejadian kira-kira jam 7.30 malam itu mengorbankan pemandu Md Sabber Hasan, 30, bersama dua penumpang Md Jahid Hasan, 21, dan Abdullah, 24. Pemangku Ketua Polis Daerah Kuantan Supt Mohd… Continue reading

Cabinet ministers extend condolences on passing of Lukanisman’s father

UK sedia bekerjasama dengan Malaysia dalam pelbagai bidang pendidikan

KUALA LUMPUR: United Kingdom (UK) menyatakan kesediaan untuk meneroka peluang kerjasama dengan Malaysia dalam pelbagai bidang termasuk pemindahan teknologi, pembangunan kurikulum bersama, pertukaran pelajar dan tenaga pengajar. Menteri Pendidikan Tinggi Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir berkata kerjasama lain termasuk program latihan kemahiran khusus dalam bidang masa depan seperti tenaga boleh diperbaharui, teknologi hijau, automasi… Continue reading

Melaka intensifies crackdown on illegal cigarette sales and smoking offences

MELAKA: A total of 3,156 notices with fines amounting to RM176,350 have been issued for offences under the Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Act 2024 (Act 852) in Melaka since its enforcement began last October. State Health, Human Resources and Unity Committee chairman Datuk Ngwe Hee Sem said the Melaka Health Department conducted… Continue reading

Malaysia tuan rumah forum pengairan dunia, pengiktirafan global

KOTA KINABALU: Pemilihan Malaysia sebagai tuan rumah Forum Pengairan Dunia ke-4 (WIF4) dan Mesyuarat Majlis Eksekutif Antarabangsa ke-76 menjadi bukti pengiktirafan antarabangsa terhadap komitmen negara dalam pengurusan sumber air dan pertanian mampan. Acara berprestij ini dijadualkan berlangsung di Pusat Dagangan Dunia (WTC) Kuala Lumpur dari 7 hingga 13 September ini. Menteri Pertanian dan Keterjaminan Makanan… Continue reading

Melaka intensifies crackdown on illegal cigarette sales and smoking offences

TPM, menteri kabinet ucap takziah kepada Lukanisman atas pemergian bapa

KUALA LUMPUR: Timbalan Perdana Menteri serta menteri kabinet hari ini menyampaikan ucapan takziah kepada Timbalan Menteri Kesihatan Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni berikutan pemergian bapanya, Awang Sauni Pengiran Anis, yang meninggal dunia awal pagi ini. Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof dalam hantaran di Facebooknya berharap Lukanisman dan keluarganya tabah menghadapi ujian ini. “Dari Allah kita datang dan… Continue reading

Malaysia hosts 4th World Irrigation Forum on climate and sustainability

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia will host the 4th World Irrigation Forum (WIF4) and the 76th International Executive Council Meeting from September 7 to 13 at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur. The event aims to address climate change impacts and sustainable water management in agriculture, drawing experts from 24 countries. Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk… Continue reading

Malaysia hosts 4th World Irrigation Forum on climate and sustainability

Police conclude probe into Zara Qairina’s death, submit findings soon

KUANTAN: Police have completed their investigation into the death of 13-year-old Zara Qairina Mahathir, who was found unconscious in a drain near her school dormitory last month. Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail confirmed the development, stating that around 60 witnesses were interviewed. “The investigation is complete. I expect the police will submit the… Continue reading

Police conclude probe into Zara Qairina’s death, submit findings soon

RMK13 rangka hala tuju pembangunan jangka sederhana – Lee

KUALA LUMPUR: Pembentangan Rancangan Malaysia Ke-13 (RMK13) di Parlimen minggu lepas merupakan pencapaian penting dalam merangka hala tuju pembangunan jangka sederhana, menurut Pengerusi Ikatan Komuniti Selamat Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye. Beliau berkata, ketika Malaysia menghadapi ketidaktentuan ekonomi global, transformasi teknologi, perubahan iklim dan demografi, RMK13 memberi peluang untuk menumpukan semula keutamaan serta membina daya… Continue reading

Kisah “cinta” guru besar pencen pada api dan besi

KOTA BHARU: Tangan beruratnya kejap memegang tukul besi sebelum dengan perlahan satu demi satu ketukan padu dilepaskan pada kepingan besi panas merah menyala yang ditarik keluar daripada timbunan bara arang. Itulah rutin Fauzi Yusoff, 69, sejak sekian lama dan bunyi paluan tukul besi itu seakan sudah sebati dengan jiwanya dalam ‘menghidupkan’ warisan seni pisau jam,… Continue reading

“Shameless!” — Netizens slam S’porean who asked why M’sians won’t share RON95 subsidy

WITH RON95 petrol expected to drop to RM1.99 per litre soon, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has made it clear: the subsidy is strictly for Malaysians. He stressed that foreigners, including Singaporeans, will have to pay the market price — which could go up to RM2.50 per litre — because only Malaysians are taxpayers… Continue reading

“Shameless!” — Netizens slam S’porean who asked why M’sians won’t share RON95 subsidy

Police wrap up probe into teen’s death linked to bullying, case moves to DPP

PETALING JAYA: Authorities have concluded investigations into the tragic death of 13-year-old Zara Qairina Mahathir, a religious school student believed to be the victim of bullying in Papar, Sabah. Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail confirmed that the investigation paper will be handed over to the deputy public prosecutor (DPP) next week for further… Continue reading

UK and Malaysia to boost education and tech collaboration

KUALA LUMPUR: The United Kingdom is set to expand collaboration with Malaysia in education and technology, focusing on skills training, curriculum development, and academic exchanges. Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir highlighted potential cooperation in renewable energy, green tech, automation, and artificial intelligence (AI) following a meeting with UK Minister of State… Continue reading