August 2025 – Page 97 – Thesundailymys

Muaythai, petanque and silambam debut in SUKMA 2026

KUALA LUMPUR: Three optional sports—muaythai, petanque, and silambam—will make their debut in the 2026 Malaysia Games (SUKMA) in Selangor. The decision was finalised during a special meeting of the SUKMA Supreme Committee. The National Sports Council (NSC) confirmed the addition in a statement today. The meeting was attended by Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh… Continue reading

‘Keep quiet if you continue, AIDS!’ — Rafizi’s wife threatened after son attacked

PETALING JAYA: Pandan MP Rafizi Ramli (pic) today revealed that his wife received an anonymous threat reading “keep quiet if you continue, AIDS” the same day after their teenage son was allegedly attacked with a syringe – an incident he described as “clearly an act of intimidation” linked to his political work. The former economy… Continue reading

64 foreign workers detained in Kulim factory raids

KULIM: Sixty-four foreign workers were detained in separate raids at two factories in Padang Serai. The operation was conducted by the Kedah Immigration Department with support from other agencies. Kedah Immigration director Mohd Ridzzuan Mohd Zain said the six-hour operation began at 11 am. The first raid targeted a battery factory, where 34 workers were… Continue reading

RM129m allocated for Sarawak agricultural projects in 2025

KUCHING: The federal government has allocated RM129 million for Sarawak to implement food security programmes in 2025. Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Food Security Datuk Seri Arthur Joseph Kurup confirmed the funding covers 61 major development projects. Key initiatives include boosting the padi and rice industries in Lundu and Batang Lupar. An additional RM36.7 million… Continue reading

PM Anwar vows firm action as violence rises in Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has voiced serious concerns over increasing extreme behaviour in Malaysia. He highlighted recent violent cases, including the assault on Pandan MP Rafizi Ramli’s son and fatal bullying incidents. “This culture is deeply worrying,” Anwar said in the Dewan Rakyat today. He assured that the Home Minister and… Continue reading

Bid for ‘SIS’ special registration numbers opens tomorrow in Selangor

SHAH ALAM: The bidding process for the special registration number ‘SIS’ in honour of Sultan Idris Shah opens tomorrow. The Selangor Royal Office announced the initiative on Facebook, linking it to the Sultan’s 80th birthday and Silver Jubilee celebrations. The Ministry of Transport and Road Transport Department (JPJ) will manage the online bidding via the… Continue reading

Man fined RM2,500 for operating printing press without KDN licence

KANGAR: A 34-year-old man was fined RM2,500 by the Magistrate’s Court today for operating a printing press without a valid licence from the Home Ministry (KDN). Magistrate Nurshahida Abdul Rahim imposed the fine after Muhammad Suhail Sazali pleaded guilty to the charge. Muhammad Suhail, who was unrepresented, paid the fine immediately. The offence occurred at… Continue reading

East coast students kayak 22km flying Jalur Gemilang for Merdeka

KUALA NERUS: Forty students and staff from east coast public universities kayaked 22 kilometres to Pulau Bidong today, proudly flying the Jalur Gemilang. The UMT Merdeka Kayak Expedition 2025 aimed to boost patriotic spirit ahead of National Day on August 31. Participants paddled from Pantai INOS UMT to Pasir Tenggara, Pulau Bidong, a journey lasting… Continue reading

Petronas retains full control over upstream assets decisions, says PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim stated that Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas) will independently handle all decisions and reviews of upstream assets without political intervention. He emphasised Petronas’s reputation as a globally recognised corporate entity, requiring long-term strategic planning amid volatile oil and gas market conditions. “Petronas must evaluate its asset portfolio, including… Continue reading

Breaking diet myths

EVERYBODY can be healthy – Samantha Jackson said when asked about her health philosophy. Jackson, who is a clinical nutritionist, personal trainer and Dexa Radiologist, believes in getting to the core of the problem when it comes to healthy living and progressive weight loss – in other words, visceral fat or “toxic belly fat”. KL… Continue reading

TAR UMT launches RM1m Silent Fund with alumnus

TUNKU ABDUL RAHMAN UNIVERSITY of Management and Technology (TAR UMT) held the official launch of its “Silent TAR UMT Fund”, made possible through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) ceremony between The Silent Foundation and TAR UMT. The Silent Foundation is a registered charity in Singapore and was founded by Teng Ngiek Lian, a TAR UMT… Continue reading

Kelantan JKR starts monsoon prep with road repairs and flood plans

KOTA BHARU: The Kelantan Public Works Department (JKR) has initiated early preparations for the upcoming monsoon season. Director Nik Soh Yaacoub confirmed inspections of road structures and logistics readiness are underway. “We have instructed all districts to prepare logistics, officer assignments, and flood response plans,” he said. Damaged roads, especially at flood-prone hotspots, are being… Continue reading

Urban Republic and Switch unveil national e-waste recycling initiative

URBAN REPUBLIC and Switch are proud to announce the launch of RE:Cycle, a bold new sustainability initiative designed to encourage responsible e-waste disposal while rewarding environmentally conscious consumers. Starting August 8 2025, the RE:Cycle campaign will be available at all Urban Republic and Switch outlets across Klang Valley, Johor, and Penang, offering customers a convenient… Continue reading

Urban Republic and Switch unveil national e-waste recycling initiative

KPDN targeting 100,000 new price catcher users by year-end

KUALA LUMPUR: The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) aims to attract at least 100,000 new users to the Price Catcher application by year-end, adding to the more than 552,000 downloads recorded so far. Its Deputy Minister Datuk Dr Fuziah Salleh expressed confidence that the target could be achieved, noting that the… Continue reading

Thousands battle Greece fires as heatwave bakes Europe

PATRAS: Greece battled a dozen major wildfires on Wednesday, including one threatening its third-largest city Patras, as a heatwave stoked blazes and forced the evacuation of thousands in southern Europe. Spain, Portugal, France, Italy, the Balkans and Britain have this week wilted in high temperatures that fuel wildfires and which scientists say human-induced climate change… Continue reading

Thousands battle Greece fires as heatwave bakes Europe

Berjaya Langkawi Resort: Where Rainforest Meets the Sea

Nestled between the emerald waters of the Andaman Sea and the lush ancient rainforest of Langkawi Island, Berjaya Langkawi Resort offers a truly unique escape where luxury meets nature. Whether you’re a couple seeking a romantic getaway, a family on vacation or an adventurer in search of outdoor thrills, this award-winning resort has something unforgettable… Continue reading

Avangaad unlocks RM44.5m to drive strategic growth

KUALA LUMPUR: Bursa Malaysia Main Market-listed marine operations service and solutions provider Avangaad Bhd has completed the sale of its floating storage and offloading (FSO) vessel for US$10.5 million (approximately RM44.5 million), realising an immediate gain of RM29.4 million. The divestment delivers RM44.5 million in cash proceeds, which will be strategically redeployed into higher-yielding, longer-tenured… Continue reading

KL City coach Vidakovic frustrated by late Sabah equaliser in Super League

KUALA Lumpur City FC head coach Risto Vidakovic described his team’s 1-1 draw against Sabah FC as a tough result to accept after conceding a late equaliser. The match, held at Kuala Lumpur Football Stadium in Cheras, saw KL City dominate the second half but fail to secure victory. Vidakovic said his side controlled play… Continue reading

KL City coach Vidakovic frustrated by late Sabah equaliser in Super League

Three killed in European wildfires as heatwave intensifies

MADRID: Three men died and thousands were forced from their homes on Tuesday as wildfires fuelled by a heatwave scorched southern Europe. Heat alerts were issued in Italy, France, Spain, Portugal and the Balkans, with temperatures expected to soar above 40C. The heatwave is another sign of climate change, which is fuelling longer, more intense… Continue reading

Mastercard ASEAN Inclusive Growth Summit to drive regional prosperity

KUALA LUMPUR: The Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth and ASEAN Business Advisory Council (ASEAN-BAC) will co-host the first Mastercard ASEAN Inclusive Growth Summit in late October. The event marks the beginning of a three-year series of summits across Southeast Asia. Mastercard stated that the partnership reinforces its dedication to economic development in the Asia-Pacific region.… Continue reading

Three killed in European wildfires as heatwave intensifies

Melaka FC struggles with team rhythm in Super League opener

MELAKA FC is still searching for their rhythm after a 1-1 draw against Penang FC in their 2025-2026 Super League opener at Hang Jebat Stadium. Head coach K. Devan acknowledged that the team’s new foreign signings need time to gel with the revamped squad. He noted that the first-half performance lacked aggression, allowing Penang FC… Continue reading

Melaka FC struggles with team rhythm in Super League opener

Gold extends rise on Fed rate cut hopes, softer dollar

GOLD extended gains to a third straight session on Thursday, supported by rising expectations of an interest rate cut by the U.S. Federal Reserve in September following tame inflation data, which also weighed on the dollar. Spot gold rose 0.4% to $3,367.53 per ounce as of 0156 GMT. U.S. gold futures for December delivery added… Continue reading

Gold extends rise on Fed rate cut hopes, softer dollar

‘Sea guardians’ risk lives to safeguard country’s sovereignty

LUMUT: For Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) personnel, the sea is more than a workplace – it is a daily battlefield that calls for courage, sacrifice, and enduring time apart from loved ones in safeguarding the country’s security and sovereignty. The unwavering struggle of Malaysia’s ‘sea guardians’ along its waters stands as a testament to… Continue reading

Trump orders easing of commercial spaceflight rules, in boon to Musk’s SpaceX

WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Wednesday to streamline federal regulation governing commercial rocket launches, a move that could benefit Elon Musk’s SpaceX and other private space ventures. Trump’s order, among other things, directs the U.S. transportation secretary to eliminate or expedite environmental reviews for launch licenses administered by the Federal… Continue reading

Trump orders easing of commercial spaceflight rules, in boon to Musk’s SpaceX

Bursa opens higher, seen testing 1,600 level on US rate cut hopes

KUALA LUMPUR: Bursa Malaysia opened higher and is set to test the 1,600 level today after Wall Street’s bullish momentum overnight on US interest rate cut hopes, coupled with a strong corporate earnings season, analysts said. At 9.15 am, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) rose 2.48 points, or 0.16 per cent, to 1,589.08… Continue reading

Bursa opens higher, seen testing 1,600 level on US rate cut hopes

TFC coach criticises team performance after PDRM FC draw

TERENGGANU FC (TFC) head coach Badrul Afzan Razali voiced frustration following his team’s 2-2 draw against PDRM FC in the Super League. He highlighted poor finishing as the main reason for squandered opportunities despite strong home support. The slow start in the first half allowed PDRM FC to take an early lead before TFC fought… Continue reading

TFC coach criticises team performance after PDRM FC draw

Cancel rally in Kepala Batas – IGP

KEPALA BATAS: The Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) has called for the cancellation of a rally scheduled in Bertam, Kepala Batas, Penang, to prevent potential clashes between opposing groups. Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Mohd Khalid Ismail emphasised the importance of public safety and community well-being. “PDRM has taken note of the rally planned for Aug… Continue reading

Manipulasi kod QR, taktik scammer perangkap pengguna dedah maklumat sensitif

KUALA LUMPUR: Tindakan cuai mengimbas kod atau menekan pautan mencurigakan, kini boleh menjerumuskan pengguna kepada risiko kebocoran data peribadi apabila penyenayah siber memanipulasi kod respons pantas (QR) palsu bersama pautan pendek untuk memperdaya mangsa. Taktik itu, dikenali sebagai QR phishing atau quishing, memerangkap pengguna ke laman web palsu atau aplikasi berbahaya bagi mencuri maklumat sensitif… Continue reading

Safe internet carnival brings Labuan schools together to promote cyber safety

LABUAN: The Safe Internet Campaign Carnival brought together all 28 primary and secondary schools, 17 primary and 11 secondary, in a large-scale effort to raise cyber safety awareness among students on this duty-free island. Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) Federal Territories branch director Faisal Hamdi Mohammed Ghouth said the initiative aimed to equip the… Continue reading

Rasionalisasi aset Petronas, pindaan undang-undang lapuk dibahaskan di Dewan Rakyat

KUALA LUMPUR: Persoalan mengenai rasionalisasi portfolio aset Petronas dan strategi syarikat minyak nasional itu bagi menghadapi ketidaktentuan pasaran global menjadi antara fokus Dewan Rakyat hari ini. Menurut Aturan Urusan Mesyuarat di laman rasmi Parlimen, isu tersebut dibangkitkan oleh Datuk Muhammad Bakhtiar Wan Chik (PH-Balik Pulau) kepada Perdana Menteri pada Waktu Pertanyaan-Pertanyaan Menteri. Pada sesi sama,… Continue reading

Sabah FC seri 1-1 dengan KL City di Liga Super 2025

KUALA LUMPUR: Sabah FC menyekat hajat Kuala Lumpur City FC untuk meraih kemenangan kedua berturut-turut selepas kedua-dua pasukan terikat 1-1 pada perlawanan Liga Super 2025/2026 di Stadium Bolasepak Kuala Lumpur, Cheras di sini, malam ini. Pada pertembungan itu, Sabah terpaksa mengharungi separuh masa kedua dengan 10 pemain selepas pemain tengah Dean Pelekanos dilayangkan kad merah… Continue reading

Polis tahan wanita warga asing disyaki memandu cuai, cederakan enam individu

KUALA LUMPUR: Polis menahan seorang wanita warga asing disyaki memandu dalam keadaan cuai sehingga melanggar tiga buah motosikal. Kejadian berlaku di kawasan lampu isyarat berhampiran pusat beli-belah di Bandar Kajang. Ketua Polis Daerah Kajang ACP Naazron Abdul Yusof berkata pihaknya menerima laporan kejadian pada 11.58 pagi. Siasatan awal mendapati wanita berusia 24 tahun itu memandu… Continue reading

Jumlah dana disalurkan kepada 1MDB capai RM42.17 bilion

KUALA LUMPUR: Jumlah bersih dana yang telah disalurkan kepada 1Malaysia Development Bhd (1MDB) bagi membiayai bayaran hutang dan memenuhi komitmen syarikat berjumlah RM42.17 bilion setakat 31 Julai 2025. Menurut Kementerian Kewangan (MOF), pecahan sumber dana tersebut terdiri daripada RM15.44 bilion daripada dana kementerian dan Menteri Kewangan Diperbadankan (MKD). Dana tersebut disalurkan dalam bentuk pendahuluan pemegang… Continue reading

Luis Enrique praises Chevalier after stellar PSG debut in Super Cup win

LUCAS Chevalier made a dream debut for Paris St Germain in their Super Cup triumph over Tottenham Hotspur. The 23-year-old goalkeeper earned widespread acclaim after a series of crucial saves, including a penalty stop. Manager Luis Enrique lauded Chevalier’s composure under pressure following Gianluigi Donnarumma’s abrupt exit. “We relied on Lucas … he just arrived,… Continue reading

Luis Enrique praises Chevalier after stellar PSG debut in Super Cup win

Kementerian Kesihatan tingkatkan sumber manusia di Hospital Lahad Datu

LAHAD DATU: Kementerian Kesihatan akan menempatkan keperluan sumber manusia khususnya pegawai perubatan termasuk pakar di Hospital Lahad Datu dengan kadar segera. Menteri Kesihatan Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad berkata hospital itu, yang berstatus hospital pakar minor dengan 13 kepakaran biasa, memerlukan penambahan tenaga kerja bagi meningkatkan keberkesanan rawatan. “Kita sudah mengenal pasti 13 pegawai dalam… Continue reading

Premier Sarawak seru ASEAN-China kekalkan keamanan Laut China Selatan

KUCHING: Premier Sarawak Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg menyeru ASEAN dan China untuk kekal teguh memastikan Laut China Selatan sebagai rantau yang aman dan makmur, dengan menekankan kepentingan kerjasama konstruktif dan kestabilan. Berucap pada majlis makan malam gala sempena Mesyuarat Pegawai Kanan ASEAN-China Ke-24 Mengenai Deklarasi Tatalaku Pihak-Pihak Berkepentingan di Laut China Selatan (DOC)… Continue reading

Video “standoff” tentera laut Filipina-Malaysia adalah maklumat palsu – Angkatan Tentera Filipina

MANILA: Angkatan Tentera Filipina (AFP) menyifatkan sebuah video yang tular di YouTube kononnya berlaku “standoff” antara pasukan tentera laut Filipina dan Malaysia adalah maklumat palsu, lapor Agensi Berita Filipina (PNA). “Ini adalah rekaan sepenuhnya – tiada insiden sedemikian berlaku. Ia bertujuan menjejaskan hubungan diplomatik 60 tahun dengan Malaysia, menghakis kepercayaan rakyat terhadap AFP, dan mencetuskan… Continue reading

Ferrotec China labur RM550 juta di Johor jana eksport RM600 juta

KUALA LUMPUR: Pelaburan syarikat semikonduktor berteknologi tinggi dari China, Ferrotec bernilai RM550 juta di Pasir Gudang, Johor melalui Ferrotec Power Semiconductor Malaysia Sdn Bhd dijangka menjana nilai eksport tahunan sebanyak RM600 juta. Menteri Pelaburan, Perdagangan dan Industri Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz berkata pelaburan mega ini bukan sahaja mengukuhkan kedudukan Malaysia dalam pembuatan komponen… Continue reading

QR code manipulation: Scammers’ new tactic to steal users’ data

KUALA LUMPUR: Careless scanning of Quick Response (QR) codes or clicking on suspicious links can expose users to personal data leaks, as cybercriminals increasingly use fake QR codes with shortened URLs to deceive victims. This tactic, known as QR phishing or ‘quishing,’ directs users to fraudulent websites or malicious applications designed to steal sensitive information… Continue reading

Ringgit opens flat on caution after recent gains

KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit opened flat against the US dollar on Thursday as investors turned a bit cautious after recent gains, despite growing speculation for a US interest rate cut. At 8.05 am, the local note edged slightly down to 4.2045/2160 versus the US dollar from Wednesday’s close of 4.2040/2085. Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd chief… Continue reading