August 2025 – Page 84 – Thesundailymys

Mega projects must blend culture, tech and civilisation says PM Anwar

IPOH: Mega projects in Malaysia must integrate culture, civilisation and new technology to truly benefit the nation and its people, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said. He cautioned against blindly copying foreign development concepts that clash with local climate, values and traditions. “Some grand buildings and mega projects serve no real purpose beyond impressing… Continue reading

Malaysia strengthens regional ties for agriculture and dairy growth

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s strong regional partnerships, particularly within ASEAN, create vast opportunities in agriculture and dairy industries. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim emphasised that trust from regional partners plays a key role in sector growth. He highlighted the private sector’s readiness, local entrepreneurs’ resilience, and modern tech like AI as driving forces behind progress.… Continue reading

Avoid vigilantism over Jalur Gemilang issues, says Fahmi

KUALA LUMPUR: The public has been advised against taking vigilante action over offences involving the Jalur Gemilang flag. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil stressed that investigations and legal proceedings must be left to the authorities. “Don’t act as the police, lawyers and judge (as) it’s wrong, leave it to the police to investigate, leave it… Continue reading

Pakistan rescuers recover bodies after monsoon rains kill 320

PESHAWAR: Rescuers were struggling to retrieve bodies from debris after flash floods triggered by heavy monsoon rains across northern Pakistan killed at least 321 people in the past 48 hours, authorities said on Saturday. The majority of deaths, 307, were reported in mountainous Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, the Provincial Disaster Management Authority said. Most were killed… Continue reading

Trump rules out immediate ceasefire in Ukraine, pushes for direct ‘peace agreement’

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump early Saturday ruled out an immediate ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine after his summit with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin in Alaska and said a direct peace agreement would end the war. “It was determined by all that the best way to end the horrific war between Russia and Ukraine is… Continue reading

Fallen tree damages 10 cars at Gunung Angsi, Seremban

SEREMBAN: A fallen tree caused significant damage to 10 cars at Gunung Angsi Ulu Bendul in Kuala Pilah today. The Seri Menanti Fire and Rescue Station received an emergency call at 11.05 am regarding the incident. Senior Fire Officer II Norhirwan Zainal confirmed three vehicles were crushed by the tree, including two Proton Saga cars… Continue reading

Ukrainians see ‘nothing’ good from Trump-Putin meeting

KHARKIV: Pavlo Nebroev stayed up until the middle of the night in Ukraine’s northeastern city of Kharkiv to wait for a press conference between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin thousands of kilometres away. The US and Russian leaders had met in Alaska to discuss Russia’s more than three-year invasion of his country. But they made… Continue reading

Penang Second Bridge maintenance ensures safety for 120-year lifespan

GEORGE TOWN: The Sultan Abdul Halim Mu’adzam Shah Bridge, commonly called the Penang Second Bridge, requires rigorous maintenance to uphold its structural integrity. Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi emphasised the bridge’s 120-year design lifespan depends on consistent upkeep despite inherent challenges. He noted that while the 24-kilometre bridge is admired for its scenic… Continue reading

Tengku Permaisuri Selangor attends SISPA Corps graduation in Shah Alam

SHAH ALAM: Tengku Permaisuri Selangor Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin graced the 16th National Graduation Parade and Commissioning Parade of the Civil Defence Student Corps (SISPA Kor) today. The ceremony took place at Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) in Shah Alam. Her Royal Highness arrived at 10.20 am and was welcomed by Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr… Continue reading

Reskilling polytechnic lecturers boosts Malaysia’s TVET sector

JASIN: Efforts to enhance Malaysia’s Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) sector include reskilling and upskilling programmes for Polytechnics and Community Colleges (PolyCC) lecturers. Polytechnic and Community College Education Department director-general Datuk Dr Mohd Zahari Ismail highlighted industrial sabbaticals as a key initiative. “This measure proves the PolyCC’s conviction to ensure that teaching methods… Continue reading

Pembangunan mega perlu angkat budaya, tamadun dan teknologi baharu – PM Anwar

IPOH: Pembangunan projek mega yang akan dilaksanakan di negara ini perlu mengangkat budaya, tamadun dan teknologi baharu untuk negara dan rakyat keseluruhannya, kata Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Beliau berkata dalam keghairahan mengejar pembangunan, kadangkala pemaju hanya menciplak idea luar negara meskipun mengetahui suasana dan persekitarannya tidak serasi dari sudut cuaca, nilai masyarakat dan… Continue reading

Lee Chong Wei joins BAM council to boost Malaysian badminton

MALAYSIAN badminton legend Datuk Seri Lee Chong Wei has been named as one of the new Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM) council members. This marks his return to the sport as BAM aims to strengthen Malaysia’s position as a global badminton powerhouse. BAM president Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz confirmed the appointment during a… Continue reading

Lee Chong Wei dilantik ahli majlis BAM untuk tingkatkan prestasi badminton

KUALA LUMPUR: Legenda badminton negara Datuk Seri Lee Chong Wei dilantik sebagai salah seorang ahli majlis baharu Persatuan Badminton Malaysia (BAM). Pelantikan ini menandakan kemunculan semula beliau dalam arena badminton negara selaras dengan visi BAM menjadikan Malaysia kuasa besar badminton dunia. Presiden BAM Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz mengesahkan kelulusan pelantikan itu dalam… Continue reading

Harapan tinggi beregu utama Malaysia di Kejohanan Dunia 2025

KUALA LUMPUR: Presiden Persatuan Badminton Malaysia (BAM) Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz percaya beregu utama negara berpotensi mara ke final Kejohanan Dunia 2025. Beliau menyatakan harapan tinggi diberikan kepada pasangan beregu negara memandangkan prestasi terkini mereka dalam ranking dunia. “Sekurang-kurangnya, untuk beregu, mereka sepatutnya boleh ke final, bukan? Ini jangkaan semula jadi kalau tengok… Continue reading

Terengganu FC wary of Imigresen FC challenge in FA Cup clash

TERENGGANU FC head coach Badrul Afzan Razali is not underestimating newcomers Imigresen FC ahead of their FA Cup round of 16 first-leg clash. The match will take place at Batu Kawan Stadium in Penang tomorrow evening. Badrul Afzan highlighted the home-ground advantage Imigresen FC will leverage to score early goals. He urged his players to… Continue reading

Isu obesiti, diabetes antara penekanan KKM dalam Belanjawan 2026

KUALA LUMPUR: Kementerian Kesihatan (KKM) akan memberi penekanan khusus terhadap isu obesiti dan diabetes dalam Belanjawan 2026 yang akan dibentang pada Oktober ini. Menteri Kesihatan Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad berkata pihaknya telah mengemukakan beberapa isu baharu berkaitan penyakit berkenaan dan menantikan Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim selaku Menteri Kewangan membentangkan perkara itu memandangkan… Continue reading

Kelantan aims for one million foreign tourists in 2025

BACHOK: Kelantan is aiming to welcome one million international tourists this year, a significant increase from the 595,000 recorded in 2024. State Tourism, Culture, Arts and Heritage Committee chairman Datuk Kamaruddin Md Nor highlighted the state’s strong performance last year, exceeding its 10-million tourist target with 10.5 million arrivals. “If last year we managed to… Continue reading

23 keluarga Ladang Sungai Kechil terima rumah MutiaraKu percuma

NIBONG TEBAL: Kerajaan Pulau Pinang memberikan rumah gantian secara percuma di bawah projek Rumah MutiaraKu kepada 23 keluarga di Ladang Sungai Kechil. Ketua Menteri Chow Kon Yeow menyatakan setiap keluarga akan menerima rumah jenis C1 berkeluasan 750 kaki persegi dengan tiga bilik dan dua bilik air. Projek ini turut merangkumi pembinaan semula tiga kuil di… Continue reading

Tabung Haji nafi dakwaan belanja RM20 juta untuk penjenamaan semula

KUALA LUMPUR: Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) menafikan dakwaan bahawa ia membelanjakan RM20 juta bagi proses penjenamaan baharu (rebranding), menegaskan bahawa dakwaan itu tidak benar dan merupakan fitnah. TH dalam kenyataan memaklumkan perbelanjaan sebenar yang diperuntukkan untuk proses peremajaan jenama (brand rejuvenation) adalah RM2 juta setahun bagi tempoh tiga tahun. “Usaha memperkukuh jenama telah dilaksanakan beberapa… Continue reading

Pengampunan diraja PM Anwar 2018 batalkan semua sekatan, bersihkan rekod – Pakar undang-undang

KUALA LUMPUR: Pengampunan diraja yang diberikan kepada Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim pada 2018 memulihkan sepenuhnya kelayakannya untuk bertanding pilihan raya dan memegang jawatan Perdana Menteri, kata pakar perlembagaan Prof Emeritus Datuk Dr Shad Saleem Faruqi. Beliau menjelaskan bahawa pengampunan di bawah Perkara 42(1) Perlembagaan Persekutuan menghapuskan mana-mana sabitan jenayah, di bawah undang-undang. “Sebaik… Continue reading

Pasukan pemantau ASEAN pulang, rundingan sempadan Kemboja-Thailand berakhir lancar

PHNOM PENH: Keselamatan di sepanjang sempadan sensitif Kemboja-Thailand kekal stabil apabila kedua-dua kerajaan terus giat berunding bagi menyelesaikan perbezaan. Kementerian Pertahanan Kemboja dalam sidang media pada Sabtu memaklumkan keadaan di wilayah Preah Vihear, Oddar Meanchey dan Banteay Meanchey adalah normal. Jurucakap kementerian, Lt Jen Maly Socheata, berkata mesyuarat Suruhanjaya Sempadan Serantau (RBC) antara kedua-dua negara… Continue reading

Penang offers free homes to 23 Ladang Sungai Kechil families under RMKu

NIBONG TEBAL: The Penang government has resolved a decade-long housing dispute for 23 families in Ladang Sungai Kechil by providing free homes under the Rumah MutiaraKu (RMKu) project. Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow confirmed each family will receive a Type C1 single-storey terrace house measuring 750 square feet. Three temples on the original site will… Continue reading

Raja Muda of Perlis urges digital literacy via NADI hubs

PADANG BESAR: The Raja Muda of Perlis, Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra Jamalullail, encouraged residents to maximise the benefits of National Information Dissemination Centres (NADI) for personal and community growth. He highlighted the role of 17 NADI centres across Perlis as vital hubs for training, information access, and guidance. “Let us together take advantage of this… Continue reading

Tabung Haji denies RM20m rebranding claim, clarifies actual cost

KUALA LUMPUR: Tabung Haji (TH) has dismissed claims that it spent RM20 million on rebranding as false and defamatory. The pilgrimage fund clarified that the brand rejuvenation process cost RM2 million annually for three years. “Efforts to strengthen the brand have been carried out several times as an important investment to change mindsets and attract… Continue reading

Police uncover leads in assault case involving Rafizi Ramli’s son

KUALA LUMPUR: Police have identified several positive leads in the investigation into the assault of Pandan MP Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli’s son at a Putrajaya shopping mall. Selangor police chief Datuk Shazeli Kahar stated that the leads were obtained after reviewing CCTV footage from the area. “There are leads from the CCTV recordings, but not… Continue reading

Sarawak women entrepreneurs empowered by MARA funding and training

KAPIT: Bumiputera women entrepreneurs in Sarawak are gaining empowerment through MARA initiatives, including financing, business premises, and training programmes. Deputy Rural and Regional Development Minister Datuk Rubiah Wang revealed that MARA has allocated RM33 million this year to support 1,156 Sarawak entrepreneurs. She noted that RM955,000 was distributed under the DanaNITA scheme, benefiting 26 women… Continue reading

BN aims to reclaim traditional Sabah seats in upcoming state polls

SEREMBAN: Barisan Nasional (BN) will defend all seats it secured in the last Sabah state election while reclaiming traditional seats previously allocated to Bersatu. BN deputy chairman Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan confirmed the coalition’s agreement with Pakatan Harapan (PH) to collaborate in the upcoming polls. “We aim to contest the seats we won, and also… Continue reading

Malaysia prioritises obesity, diabetes in 2026 health budget

THE Ministry of Health (MOH) will focus on obesity and diabetes in the 2026 Budget, set to be tabled in October. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad confirmed proposals have been submitted to address these conditions, linked to Malaysia’s growing non-communicable disease (NCD) burden. “The National Health and Morbidity Survey (NHMS) 2023 found that… Continue reading

Pahang PKR restructures leadership council to boost unity

KUANTAN: Pahang PKR has reshaped its State Leadership Council (MPN) after a recent meeting to reinforce the party’s state-level framework. State chairman Datuk Ahmad Farhan Fauzi stated the updated structure includes professionals, educators, and youth leaders. “This new line-up also reflects the blend of leaders from different races and religions, embodying the spirit of Malaysia… Continue reading

Sheikh Farouk named new TFCSB CEO with strong sports and business background

FORMER AEON Big managing director Sheikh Farouk Sheikh Mohamed Al-Bajrai has been named the new chief executive officer of Terengganu Football Club Sdn Bhd (TFCSB). The appointment took effect today following a board decision during a special meeting on July 27. Sheikh Farouk holds a Science degree from Arizona State University and previously served as… Continue reading

Perlis Connect programme highlights internet safety and cyberbullying awareness

PADANG BESAR: The Perlis Connect programme organised by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) focused on promoting safe internet practices and raising awareness about cyberbullying. Visitors praised the event for providing valuable insights into the dangers of online scams and cyber threats. Muhammad Rifqee Mirza Mohd Sharizal, a 14-year-old student, shared his excitement about… Continue reading

Kita MADANI X program strengthens govt-community ties in Negeri Sembilan

NILAI: The Kita MADANI X Satellite Carnival serves as a key platform to promote the Negeri Sembilan-level Program MADANI Rakyat (PMR). The event, organised by the Department of Information (JAPEN) and the Performance Leap Coordination Unit (PACU), will run from Aug 22 to 24 at Dataran Nilai. Negeri Sembilan Local Government Development, Housing, and Transport… Continue reading

Kelantan sasar 1 juta pelancong antarabangsa tahun ini

BACHOK: Kelantan menyasarkan kehadiran satu juta pelancong antarabangsa pada tahun ini, meningkat daripada 595,000 orang pada 2024, dengan tumpuan kepada pasaran China dan Jepun. Pengerusi Jawatankuasa Pelancongan, Kebudayaan, Kesenian dan Warisan negeri Datuk Kamaruddin Md Nor berkata sasaran ini didorong oleh kejayaan tahun lepas yang mencatat 10.5 juta pelancong. “Tahun lalu, kita berjaya menarik 595,000… Continue reading

Netanyahu has become a ‘problem’, says Danish PM

COPENHAGEN: Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said Saturday that Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu has become a “problem”, adding she would try to put pressure on Israel over the Gaza war as her country currently holds the EU presidency. “Netanyahu is now a problem in himself,“ Frederiksen said in an interview with the Jyllands-Posten daily, adding… Continue reading

More than 300 people dead in Pakistan after heavy rains, floods

PESHAWAR: More than 300 people are dead in northwest Pakistan after two days of intense rains and floods, local officials said on Saturday. Rescue efforts and clearing of blocked roads were ongoing with the release of emergency funds, they said, adding that the heavy rains would continue until August 21. Cloud bursts, flash floods, lightning… Continue reading

Hungarian PM Orban says world is safer after Trump-Putin summit

BUDAPEST: The world is a safer place following the meeting of U.S. President Donald Trump with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin in Alaska, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban said on Saturday. “For years, we have watched the two largest nuclear powers eliminate the framework of their cooperation and send messages to each other,“ Orban wrote… Continue reading

Trump speaks with Zelenskiy, NATO leaders after summit with Putin

WASHINGTON: Donald Trump held a lengthy phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and subsequently spoke to NATO leaders after the U.S. president’s Friday summit in Alaska with Russian President Vladimir Putin, the White House said. Trump held the calls on his way back to Washington, landing in the early hours of Saturday morning. European… Continue reading

Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi to visit India from Monday, China’s foreign ministry says

BEIJING: Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi will visit India from Monday to Wednesday, China’s foreign ministry said in a statement on Saturday, for talks about a disputed border in the Himalayas. This is only the second such meeting since a deadly clash in 2020 between Indian and Chinese troops at the border. Relations between the… Continue reading

Alaska talks showed Putin is not looking for peace, says Czech minister

TALKS between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin in Alaska showed that the Russian president is not looking for peace and wants to weaken Western unity, Czech Defence Minister Jana Cernochova said on Saturday. “The Trump-Putin talks in Alaska did not bring significant progress toward ending the war in Ukraine, but they confirmed that Putin is… Continue reading

Pokok tumbang di Gunung Angsi rosakkan 10 kereta

SEREMBAN: Sepuluh kereta mengalami kerosakan selepas dihempap pokok tumbang di Gunung Angsi Ulu Bendul, Kuala Pilah hari ini. Pegawai Bomba Kanan II Norhirwan Zainal mengesahkan pihaknya menerima panggilan kecemasan pada pukul 11.05 pagi. Tiga kereta pendaki remuk teruk manakala tujuh lagi rosak akibat terkena kabel elektrik yang terjatuh. “Pokok tumbang itu menghempap dua Proton Saga… Continue reading

Kerajaan teliti undang-undang sedia ada tangani isu buli – Nancy

KUCHING: Kerajaan akan meneliti keperluan menambah baik undang-undang sedia ada bagi menangani isu buli. Menteri Pembangunan Wanita, Keluarga dan Masyarakat, Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri menyatakan walaupun ia di luar bidang kuasa kementeriannya, pihaknya bersedia berbincang dengan kementerian berkaitan untuk melihat penambahbaikan undang-undang jika diperlukan. “Setakat ini mungkin belum ada keperluan menggubal, cuma kes buli mutakhir… Continue reading

TFC sedia hadapi cabaran Imigresen FC Piala FA

KUALA NERUS: Ketua jurulatih Terengganu FC (TFC) Badrul Afzan Razali menegaskan pasukannya tidak akan memandang mudah cabaran pendatang baharu, Imigresen FC. Aksi pertama pusingan 16 Piala FA bakal berlangsung di Stadium Batu Kawan, Pulau Pinang petang esok. Bekas pemain tengah itu berkata kelebihan beraksi di laman sendiri pasti dimanfaatkan sepenuhnya oleh skuad lawan. “Bermain di… Continue reading

Kg Batu Balak upgrades completed under Madani village initiative

JERANTUT: Residents of Kampung Batu Balak in Kuala Tembeling now enjoy improved infrastructure following the completion of four projects under the Kampung Angkat MADANI initiative. Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar announced the RM2.5 million upgrades, which include enhanced safety features for the Sungai Kenerak bridge. A tube well and… Continue reading

Sheikh Farouk dilantik sebagai KPE baharu Terengganu FC

KUALA NERUS: Bekas Pengarah Urusan AEON Big Sheikh Farouk Sheikh Mohamed Al-Bajrai dilantik sebagai Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif (KPE) baharu Terengganu Football Club Sdn Bhd (TFCSB) berkuat kuasa hari ini. TFCSB memaklumkan pelantikan itu diputuskan dalam Mesyuarat Khas Ahli Lembaga Pengarah pada 27 Julai lepas. Sheikh Farouk memiliki kelulusan Sarjana Sains dari Arizona State University, Amerika… Continue reading

Govt considers stronger laws to tackle bullying cases in Malaysia

KUCHING: The government is prepared to review existing laws to better address bullying cases, according to Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri. She clarified that while amending laws falls outside her ministry’s jurisdiction, she is ready to engage with relevant authorities. “There may not be a need to enact a new… Continue reading

Polis temui petunjuk kes serangan anak Rafizi di Putrajaya

KUALA LUMPUR: Polis menemukan beberapa petunjuk positf bagi mengesan suspek terlibat dengan kes serangan terhadap anak lelaki Ahli Parlimen Pandan Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli di sebuah pusat beli-belah di Putrajaya, Rabu lepas. Ketua Polis Selangor Datuk Shazeli Kahar berkata petunjuk berkenaan diperoleh hasil penelitian dan semakan terhadap rakaman kamera litar tertutup (CCTV) di sekitar kawasan… Continue reading

Kes Zara Qairina: Anwar sekali lagi tegaskan tiada yang terlepas

LARUT: Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim sekali lagi menegaskan bahawa tiada sesiapa yang terlibat dalam kes kematian pelajar Tingkatan Satu, Zara Qairina Mahathir, akan terlepas daripada siasatan dan tindakan undang-undang. Beliau juga menasihati semua pihak agar tidak memanipulasi kes tersebut sehingga menimbulkan persepsi negatif dan bertindak memaki hamun individu tertentu. “Kerajaan telah memaklumkan bahawa… Continue reading

Bangladesh harap pengaruh malaysia tangani krisis Rohingya – Yunus

KUALA LUMPUR: Bangladesh mengharapkan pengaruh Malaysia, khususnya peranannya sebagai Pengerusi ASEAN untuk menggerakkan usaha antarabangsa bagi menangani krisis pelarian Rohingya yang berpanjangan di negara itu. Ketua Penasihat Kerajaan Bangladesh Prof Dr Muhammad Yunus berkata pengalaman Malaysia dalam menempatkan pelarian Rohingya, digabungkan dengan peranannya sebagai Pengerusi ASEAN meletakkan negara itu pada kedudukan unik untuk mendesak penyelesaian… Continue reading

Bekas tentera dilantik sebagai warden sekolah bantu atasi isu buli

KUALA NERUS: Angkatan Tentera Malaysia (ATM) menyokong cadangan melantik bekas tentera sebagai warden di institusi pendidikan. Timbalan Panglima Tentera Darat Leftenan Jeneral Datuk Tengku Muhammad Fauzi Tengku Ibrahim berkata langkah ini membantu mengurangkan masalah disiplin seperti buli. Beliau menegaskan bekas tentera masih mempunyai nilai pasaran kerja selepas bersara. “Pengalaman mereka dalam aspek disiplin, fizikal dan… Continue reading

Deputy army chief welcomes MAF scheme improvements as timely

KUALA NERUS: The Deputy Army Chief, Lt Gen Datuk Tengku Muhammad Fauzi Tengku Ibrahim, has described the recent improvements to the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) scheme as timely. He stated that the expansion of performance-based incentive payments (BIPs) to lower ranks will motivate personnel to perform better. “This is something positive as with this performance-based… Continue reading