August 2025 – Page 9 – Thesundailymys

Penang launches CM Fund to boost sustainable manufacturing for SMEs

GEORGE TOWN: Penang is launching the CM Fund-Transition Financing Scheme to position itself as Southeast Asia’s leading green manufacturing hub. Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow announced that the Penang Green Council will spearhead this initiative to accelerate sustainable growth among small and medium-sized enterprises. The scheme combines preferential financing with environmental, social, and governance capacity-building… Continue reading

Dining Scam: Girl orders wagyu & abalone, slaps M’sian man with RM2k bill on first date

A Malaysian man has gone viral after sharing how he almost fell victim to a shocking “dining scam” that left him staring at a bill of over RM2,000 during what was supposed to be a first date. The man said he met a girl on WeChat’s “Nearby People” feature and agreed to pick her up… Continue reading

Trump moves to cut more foreign aid, risking shutdown

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump has moved to cut nearly $5 billion of congressionally-approved foreign aid, the White House said Friday — raising the likelihood of a federal shutdown as Democrats oppose the policy. The $4.9 billion in cuts target programs of the Department of State and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID),… Continue reading

PM Anwar to deliver National Day address today at MAEPS Serdang

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will deliver the National Day address today at 11am from the Malaysia Agro Exposition Park Serdang. The special address aims to inspire patriotism and strengthen the nation’s resolve for a brighter future. Anwar described the address as more than just a speech in a Facebook post yesterday.… Continue reading

MAHB ordered to inspect KLIA2 electrical systems after outage

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd has received instructions to conduct a comprehensive review of all electrical systems at Kuala Lumpur International Airport Terminal 2. Transport Minister Anthony Loke issued this directive following yesterday’s power supply disruption caused by overheating wiring and cables. “I directed MAHB to review the entire electric infrastructure so that if… Continue reading

Max Verstappen explains simple decision to stay at Red Bull for 2026

FOUR-TIME world champion Max Verstappen described his decision to remain with Red Bull Racing as “very, very simple” despite widespread speculation about a potential move to Mercedes. The Dutch driver confirmed he never felt stressed about contract rumours and maintained his focus solely on performance throughout the negotiation period. “I only say what I want… Continue reading

Belgium names three newcomers for World Cup qualifiers without Lukaku

BELGIUM coach Rudi Garcia has introduced three new players to his squad for upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Kazakhstan and Liechtenstein. Versatile midfielder Charles Vanhoutte earns his call-up after helping Union St Gilloise win the Belgian title last season, replacing the injured Amadou Onana. Club Brugge fullback Joaquin Seys receives another opportunity after injury prevented… Continue reading

Intel amends CHIPS Act deal with US Commerce Department, gets $5.7 billion early

INTEL said on Friday it amended the CHIPS Act funding deal with the U.S. Department of Commerce to remove earlier project milestones and received about $5.7 billion in cash sooner than planned. The move will give Intel more flexibility over the funds. The amended agreement, which revises a November 2024 funding deal, retains some guardrails… Continue reading

Belgium names three newcomers for World Cup qualifiers without Lukaku

Intel amends CHIPS Act deal with US Commerce Department, gets $5.7 billion early

Over 1,300 on death row as of 2023

PETALING JAYA: A total of 1,314 inmates were on death row nationwide as of Dec 31, 2023, the Home Ministry revealed in a written reply to Parliament. Of the figure, 829 were Malaysians and 485 non-citizens. The majority were men at 1,192, while women accounted for 122. “By age, 64 inmates were aged under 30,… Continue reading

Tottenham sign Xavi Simons from RB Leipzig for reported 60 million euros

TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR have completed the signing of Netherlands international Xavi Simons from Bundesliga club RB Leipzig on a long-term contract. The Premier League club confirmed the transfer on Friday without disclosing specific financial terms of the agreement. British media outlets reported the transfer fee at approximately 60 million euros (70.24 million US dollars) for the… Continue reading

Tottenham sign Xavi Simons from RB Leipzig for reported 60 million euros

Flavio Briatore rules out Christian Horner joining Alpine F1 team

FLAVIO BRIATORE has dismissed suggestions that Christian Horner could join Alpine following his recent departure from Red Bull Racing. The Italian executive director stated clearly during Friday’s Dutch Grand Prix that he had not considered such a move. Horner’s potential leadership of the Renault-owned team had been widely speculated as his next career move after… Continue reading

Flavio Briatore rules out Christian Horner joining Alpine F1 team

Tuchel apologises for calling Bellingham’s behaviour repulsive

ENGLAND coach Thomas Tuchel has apologised to Real Madrid player Jude Bellingham for calling his behaviour repulsive during a June radio interview. Tuchel stated his comment was a poor choice of words made the day after England’s 3-1 friendly loss to Senegal. In his TalkSport interview, Tuchel had praised the midfielder’s intensity while adding his… Continue reading

Tuchel apologises for calling Bellingham’s behaviour repulsive

Tuchel drops Alexander-Arnold, recalls Rashford for England qualifiers

ENGLAND manager Thomas Tuchel has excluded defender Trent Alexander-Arnold from his squad for next month’s World Cup qualifiers against Andorra and Serbia. Marcus Rashford returns to the national team alongside Barcelona team-mate John Stones and Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton. Tuchel explained his selection decisions during a Friday press conference by emphasising squad competitiveness. “We… Continue reading

DHS chief Noem fires two dozen FEMA employees citing cybersecurity failures

WASHINGTON: U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said on Friday that there had been an IT breach at the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the American disaster response agency that has been buffeted by deep cuts and is slated for elimination. Noem’s statement gave few specifics about the nature of the breach except to… Continue reading

DHS chief Noem fires two dozen FEMA employees citing cybersecurity failures

Tuchel drops Alexander-Arnold, recalls Rashford for England qualifiers

Aston Villa host Bologna, Roma face Scottish sides in Europa League

ASTON VILLA will host Coppa Italia winners Bologna and visit Dutch side Feyenoord in their Europa League opening stage fixtures. Scottish Premiership clubs Celtic and Rangers will both welcome Italian giants AS Roma to their home grounds following Friday’s group stage draw. Nottingham Forest’s return to European competition after nearly three decades features a challenging… Continue reading

Aston Villa host Bologna, Roma face Scottish sides in Europa League

US FDA approves injectable version of Eisai-Biogen’s Alzheimer’s drug

THE U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved an injectable version of Eisai and Biogen’s Alzheimer’s disease drug Leqembi, the companies said on Friday, allowing for an easier treatment option following an initial intravenous infusion. The approval makes Leqembi the first Alzheimer’s treatment that can be administered at home as a weekly under-the-skin injection, reducing… Continue reading

US FDA approves injectable version of Eisai-Biogen’s Alzheimer’s drug

Lewandowski returns as Poland captain for World Cup qualifiers

ROBERT LEWANDOWSKI will return to the Poland squad as captain after manager Jan Urban resolved the leadership dispute that prompted the Barcelona striker’s temporary departure. Urban replaced Michal Probierz in July following the previous coach’s controversial decision to strip Lewandowski of the captaincy and appoint Inter Milan’s Piotr Zielinski instead. Poland currently occupy third position… Continue reading

Lewandowski returns as Poland captain for World Cup qualifiers

West Ham sign midfielder Fernandes from Southampton for £40 million

WEST HAM UNITED have completed the signing of Portuguese midfielder Mateus Fernandes from Southampton on a five-year contract. The 21-year-old joins for a package worth more than 40 million pounds according to Southampton’s official announcement. Fernandes made 36 Premier League appearances for Southampton last season despite their relegation from the top flight. “I’m very happy… Continue reading

West Ham sign midfielder Fernandes from Southampton for £40 million

US tells UN: Russian strikes on Ukraine cast doubt on its desire for peace

UNITED NATIONS: Deadly missile and drone strikes on Ukraine “cast doubt on the seriousness of Russia’s desire for peace,“ the United States told the U.N. Security Council on Friday, warning that Washington could punish Moscow with economic measures if it continues the war. “The United States calls on the Russian Federation to avoid these consequences… Continue reading

US tells UN: Russian strikes on Ukraine cast doubt on its desire for peace

Zelenskiy wants higher-level talks on security guarantees next week

KYIV: President Volodymyr Zelenskiy urged allies on Friday to swiftly elevate talks on security guarantees for Ukraine to the level of leaders, as European Union defence ministers pledged to train Kyiv’s troops on Ukrainian soil in the event of a truce. Kyiv is engaged in a diplomatic push to try and bring to an end… Continue reading

Trump moves to cut more foreign aid, risking shutdown

US tariff exemption for low-value packages ends with few hiccups but higher costs loom

WASHINGTON: The U.S. ended tariff exemptions for parcel imports on Friday without the logistical hiccups that dogged prior attempts, while consumers, e-commerce companies and small businesses using online marketplaces braced for cost increases and supply chain disruptions. The U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency began collecting normal duty rates on all package shipments valued under… Continue reading

Most Trump tariffs are not legal, US appeals court rules

NEW YORK: A divided U.S. appeals court ruled on Friday that most of Donald Trump’s tariffs are illegal, undercutting the Republican president’s use of the levies as a key international economic policy tool. The court allowed the tariffs to remain in place through October 14 to give the Trump administration a chance to file an… Continue reading

Measures to boost safety of students

PETALING JAYA: The Higher Education Ministry has proposed that structured Off-Campus Student Management Units be established, or dedicated portfolios be appointed, to enhance the safety of students at higher learning institutions. In a written reply to Parliament, the ministry had also outlined a series of measures to boost protection for students, including encouraging universities and… Continue reading

Liverpool’s Leoni included in Gattuso’s first Italy squad

ITALY manager Gennaro Gattuso has called up uncapped 18-year-old defender Giovanni Leoni, Liverpool’s recent signing, when he named his first squad on Friday ahead of the World Cup qualifiers against Estonia and Israel. Gattuso, who replaced the sacked Luciano Spalletti in June, has also selected 20-year-old Inter Milan striker Francesco Pio Esposito and Bologna midfielder… Continue reading

Most Trump tariffs are not legal, US appeals court rules

Russia, China oppose ‘discriminatory’ sanctions in global trade, says Putin

BEIJING: Russia and China jointly oppose “discriminatory” sanctions in global trade that hinder the world’s socio-economic development, Russian President Vladimir Putin said in a written interview with China’s official Xinhua news agency. The two countries will continue to work to reduce mutual trade barriers, Putin said in the interview published on Saturday on the eve… Continue reading

US EPA fires some employees who signed letter criticizing Trump administration

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump’s administration has fired some Environmental Protection Agency employees after they signed a letter critical of the Trump administration’s policies in late June, the EPA said on Friday. The EPA did not mention how many people were fired and said the June petition had information that the agency called inaccurate. The Washington… Continue reading

North Korea leader Kim promises ‘beautiful life’ for families of ‘martyrs’ killed in Russia

SEOUL: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un promised “a beautiful life” for the families of “martyrs” who perished fighting for Russia in the war against Ukraine, state media said on Saturday, praising the bereaved for the heroism of their sons and husbands. Kim on Friday hosted the families of soldiers and expressed “grief at having… Continue reading

Spirit Airlines files for second bankruptcy in a year as financial challenges persist

U.S. NO-FRILLS pioneer Spirit Airlines filed for bankruptcy protection on Friday for the second time in a year after a previous reorganization failed to put it on firmer financial footing. The Florida-based carrier, which emerged from its first bankruptcy in March, has been grappling with dwindling cash and mounting losses. In the three months to… Continue reading

Residents living in fear of more incidents

PETALING JAYA: Residents of Segamat and Jementah are concerned that earthquakes could recur but are relieved that they did not suffer any serious injuries or property damage following several minor tremors that occured in their areas within a week. Businessman Rohezat Zakaria, 63, told theSun that he felt the tremors while he was in bed.… Continue reading

MetMalaysia issues tropical depression advisory with no impact expected

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Meteorological Department issued a Tropical Depression Advisory (a) at 8 pm today after detecting the storm system at latitude 17.2 north and longitude 110.8 east. This location places the tropical depression approximately 303 kilometers northeast of Da Nang, Vietnam. MetMalaysia’s National Weather and Earthquake Operations Centre confirmed the storm is moving… Continue reading

Government proposes extending Rukun Tetangga committee term to three years

PUTRAJAYA: The government has proposed extending the appointment duration for Rukun Tetangga committees from two years to three years per term. National Unity Minister Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang announced this proposal under the Rukun Tetangga Act 2012 during the national-level Golden Jubilee Celebration. He confirmed the proposal would be tabled in the Dewan Rakyat this… Continue reading

Mental health key to productive society says Wan Azizah citing data

BANTING: Mental health is an important prerequisite to building a productive, caring, as well as emotionally, socially and spiritually balanced society, said the Prime Minister’s wife, Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail. She said that based on the National Health and Morbidity Survey (NHMS) 2023 report by the Ministry of Health (MOH), the issue… Continue reading

PM Anwar calls for unity and inclusive development on Merdeka

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim emphasised that the spirit of the Jalur Gemilang calls on the people to prioritise unity, peace and reject any elements that could tear apart the fabric of society. He said the spirit of independence must also be translated through fair and inclusive development, in line with the… Continue reading

Kesihatan mental prasyarat penting masyarakat produktif dan seimbang

BANTING: Kesihatan mental merupakan prasyarat penting dalam pembinaan sebuah masyarakat yang produktif, penyayang dan seimbang dari segi emosi, sosial serta rohani. Isteri Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail menyatakan berdasarkan Laporan Tinjauan Kesihatan dan Morbiditi Kebangsaan 2023 oleh Kementerian Kesihatan, isu kesihatan mental di Malaysia semakin membimbangkan dengan peningkatan ketara dalam tempoh… Continue reading

PM Anwar teguh perpaduan, tolak unsur gugat fabrik masyarakat

KUALA LUMPUR: Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim menegaskan bahawa semangat Jalur Gemilang menuntut rakyat mengutamakan perpaduan, keamanan serta menolak sebarang unsur yang boleh merobek fabrik masyarakat. Beliau berkata semangat kemerdekaan juga harus diterjemahkan melalui pembangunan yang saksama dan inklusif, selaras dengan janji pemimpin terdahulu ketika menuntut kemerdekaan negara. “Bahawa negara ini harus merdeka, bersatu… Continue reading

Pearly-Thinaah mara ke separuh akhir Kejohanan Dunia 2025

KUALA LUMPUR: Beregu wanita utama negara Pearly Tan-M.Thinaah melangkah ke pusingan separuh akhir Kejohanan Badminton Dunia 2025 di Paris hari ini. Pencapaian ini membawa mereka selangkah lebih dekat untuk mencipta sejarah merangkul pingat sulung acara beregu wanita di kejohanan berprestij itu. Pasangan nombor dua dunia itu memastikan pingat gangsa sekurang-kurangnya dalam genggaman selepas menewaskan Gabriela… Continue reading