PM Anwar arrives in Paris for official visit to France

PARIS: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has arrived in Paris for his first official visit to France at the invitation of President Emmanuel Macron. The Malaysian delegation landed at Pavillon d’Honneur Orly Airport at 4.10 pm local time after concluding a three-day working visit to Rome. Malaysia’s Ambassador to France, Datuk Eldeen Husaini, along… Continue reading PM Anwar arrives in Paris for official visit to France

Premis perniagaan empat tingkat terbakar di Bentong

BENTONG: Suasana panik melanda Kampung Baru Bentong apabila sebuah premis perniagaan empat tingkat dilaporkan terbakar petang tadi. Kejadian itu menyebabkan kerosakan teruk pada aras tiga bangunan, manakala aras dua hanya mengalami kerosakan lima peratus. Menurut Pengarah Bahagian Operasi dan Penyelamatan Jabatan Bomba dan Penyelamat Malaysia (JBPM) Pahang, Mohd Salahuddin Isa, pihak bomba menerima panggilan kecemasan… Continue reading Premis perniagaan empat tingkat terbakar di Bentong
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Electric buses to launch in Kelantan next month with four routes

KOTA BHARU: Kelantan’s much-anticipated electric bus service, Bas. My Kota Bharu, is scheduled to begin operations next month after a brief delay. The service, managed by Konsortium E-Mutiara Berhad (E-Mutiara), was initially set to launch earlier but faced technical setbacks. E-Mutiara chairman Che Ibrahim Che Ismail clarified that the five buses currently running on the… Continue reading Electric buses to launch in Kelantan next month with four routes

“Fast and clean” – Singaporean man says the MRT is KL’s “greatest achievement”

LOCALS and foreigners alike have often praised Malaysia’s public transportation system — particularly the LRT and MRT — for its efficiency and comfort. One Singaporean’s recent remarks have been added to the list of positive reviews, after he complimented the MRT for its speed and cleanliness. In a post shared on a Facebook page, the… Continue reading “Fast and clean” – Singaporean man says the MRT is KL’s “greatest achievement”

Peniaga rugi RM600k dalam skim pelaburan tidak wujud di Seremban

SEREMBAN: Seorang peniaga makanan sejuk beku mengalami kerugian besar melebihi RM600,000 selepas diperdaya skim pelaburan tidak wujud secara dalam talian. Kejadian itu dilaporkan berlaku bulan lepas, dengan mangsa membuat laporan polis pada 1.17 petang baru-baru ini. Ketua Polis Daerah Nilai, Supt Abdul Malik Hasim, mengesahkan kejadian itu dan menyatakan mangsa yang berusia awal 50-an telah… Continue reading Peniaga rugi RM600k dalam skim pelaburan tidak wujud di Seremban
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UMT student dies in Perasing R&R motorcycle accident

CHUKAI: A student from Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT) died in a tragic accident at the Perasing Rest and Service Area (R&R) earlier today. Her pillion rider sustained serious injuries after their motorcycle collided with a road barrier. Kemaman Police Chief Supt Mohd Razi Rosli identified the deceased as Siti Ain Balqis Hamdan, 23, from Gombak,… Continue reading UMT student dies in Perasing R&R motorcycle accident

PM Anwar lawat Perancis untuk bincang perdagangan, pelaburan dengan Macron

PARIS: Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim tiba di Paris bagi memulakan lawatan rasmi dua hari ke Perancis atas jemputan Presiden Emmanuel Macron. Pesawat membawa beliau dan delegasi mendarat di Lapangan Terbang Pavillon d’Honneur Orly pada pukul 4.10 petang waktu tempatan. Duta Besar Malaysia ke Perancis, Datuk Eldeen Husaini, bersama pegawai kerajaan Perancis menyambut ketibaan… Continue reading PM Anwar lawat Perancis untuk bincang perdagangan, pelaburan dengan Macron
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Rising obesity and vaping concerns among Terengganu teens

JERTIH: Overweight and obesity among teenagers aged between 10 and 19 in Terengganu are becoming increasingly worrying issues. State Health director Datuk Dr Kasemani Embong said that of the 13,613 teenagers who underwent health screenings last year, 664 were found to be obese, 1,689 were overweight, while 1,697 were underweight. “Dietary habits are among the… Continue reading Rising obesity and vaping concerns among Terengganu teens

Telecom tower theft disrupts services in Raub, three reports filed

KUANTAN: Police have opened investigations after three telecommunications companies reported thefts of critical components from transmission towers in Raub. U Mobile, Maxis, and CelcomDigi lodged separate police reports regarding missing slot cards, which are essential for processing internet data. Raub district police chief Supt Mohd Shahril Abdul Rahman confirmed the cases are being probed under… Continue reading Telecom tower theft disrupts services in Raub, three reports filed

Obese MACC officers not eligible for promotion from January 2026 – Azam Baki

KOTA BHARU: Starting January 2026, Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) officers who are obese or fail to meet the required body mass index (BMI) will be ineligible for promotion. Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki announced the new policy, stressing the need for optimal fitness among enforcement personnel. Azam Baki said the move aims to address… Continue reading Obese MACC officers not eligible for promotion from January 2026 – Azam Baki

Difficult day’ for Al Hila’s Portugal pair – Inzaghi

AL HILAL coach Simone Inzaghi said the death of Liverpool and Portugal forward Diogo Jota had impacted his team ahead of their Club World Cup quarter-final against Fluminense on Friday. The Saudi club’s full-back Joao Cancelo is a Portugal international and midfielder Ruben Neves was a team-mate of Jota with both the Portugal national team… Continue reading Difficult day’ for Al Hila’s Portugal pair – Inzaghi

Malaysian mother alleges child punished with squats over unpaid 50 sen fine

A local woman recently revealed that her child was allegedly punished by a discipline teacher over the non-payment of a penalty fee. Sharing the incident on Threads, the young mother claimed her child was made to perform 30 ‘ketuk-ketampi’ (squats) after being unable to pay a 50 sen fine for a dirty classroom. While other… Continue reading Malaysian mother alleges child punished with squats over unpaid 50 sen fine

Michael Madsen, ‘Reservoir Dogs’ and ‘Kill Bill’ actor, dies at 67

LOS ANGELES: US actor Michael Madsen — best known for his frequent collaborations with director Quentin Tarantino including “Reservoir Dogs” and “Kill Bill” — died Thursday at age 67 after suffering cardiac arrest, his management team said. The actor was found unresponsive early Thursday at his home in Malibu, they said. “Michael Madsen was one… Continue reading Michael Madsen, ‘Reservoir Dogs’ and ‘Kill Bill’ actor, dies at 67

Michael Madsen, ‘Reservoir Dogs’ and ‘Kill Bill’ actor, dies at 67

LOS ANGELES: US actor Michael Madsen — best known for his frequent collaborations with director Quentin Tarantino including “Reservoir Dogs” and “Kill Bill” — died Thursday at age 67 after suffering cardiac arrest, his management team said. The actor was found unresponsive early Thursday at his home in Malibu, they said. “Michael Madsen was one… Continue reading Michael Madsen, ‘Reservoir Dogs’ and ‘Kill Bill’ actor, dies at 67
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Reaction to death of Liverpool and Portugal player Jota

FOLLOWING are quotes and reaction to the death of Liverpool and Portugal forward Diogo Jota, 28, and his brother Andre Silva in a car crash in Spain on Thursday: Liverpool football club “Liverpool Football Club are devastated by the tragic passing of Diogo Jota. “The club have been informed the 28-year-old has passed away following… Continue reading Reaction to death of Liverpool and Portugal player Jota

Trump says ‘didn’t make any progress’ with Putin on Ukraine

US President Donald Trump – Photo by ANDREW CABALLERO-REYNOLDS / AFP WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump said he made no progress with Vladimir Putin on ending the Ukraine war in a call Thursday, as the Kremlin insisted the Russian president would stick to his aims in the conflict. Trump’s grim assessment came as US-led peace… Continue reading Trump says ‘didn’t make any progress’ with Putin on Ukraine

Trump says ‘didn’t make any progress’ with Putin on Ukraine

US President Donald Trump – Photo by ANDREW CABALLERO-REYNOLDS / AFP WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump said he made no progress with Vladimir Putin on ending the Ukraine war in a call Thursday, as the Kremlin insisted the Russian president would stick to his aims in the conflict. Trump’s grim assessment came as US-led peace… Continue reading Trump says ‘didn’t make any progress’ with Putin on Ukraine
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Broken body, fractured mind

IF the entire series of events around Jonathan Majors’s physical assault crimes had not happened and upended his career, the actor would have easily secured awards season nominations and even won some for playing the more troubled Killian Maddox in Magazine Dreams. Obsessed with bodybuilding, grocery store worker Killian lives each day with the singular… Continue reading Broken body, fractured mind

Reaction to death of Liverpool and Portugal player Jota

FOLLOWING are quotes and reaction to the death of Liverpool and Portugal forward Diogo Jota, 28, and his brother Andre Silva in a car crash in Spain on Thursday: Liverpool football club “Liverpool Football Club are devastated by the tragic passing of Diogo Jota. “The club have been informed the 28-year-old has passed away following… Continue reading Reaction to death of Liverpool and Portugal player Jota
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Spain thump grieving Portugal to make Euro 2025 statement

SPAIN showed why they are favourites to win Women’s Euro 2025 by hammering Portugal 5-0 in their Group B opener on Thursday as both teams paid tribute to Portuguese men’s international Diogo Jota who was killed in a car crash. The world champions were two ahead inside seven minutes in Bern thanks to goals from… Continue reading Spain thump grieving Portugal to make Euro 2025 statement

Netanyahu vows to bring all Gaza hostages home

GAZA CITY, PALESTINIAN TERRITORIES: Israeli premier Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to bring home all the hostages still held by militants in war-stricken Gaza, where the civil defence agency said 73 people were killed Thursday in his country’s ongoing offensive. Netanyahu has come under strong pressure to get the hostages back after US President Donald Trump said… Continue reading Netanyahu vows to bring all Gaza hostages home

Sinner strolls into Wimbledon round three

JANNIK Sinner swept into the third round of Wimbledon on Thursday as the world number one thrashed Australia’s Aleksandar Vukic 6-1, 6-1, 6-3. While several of Wimbledon’s top stars have suffered shock exits, including third seed Alexander Zverev and world number four Jack Draper, there has been no hint of an upset in Sinner’s opening… Continue reading Sinner strolls into Wimbledon round three

Mexican boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. arrested by US immigration authorities: officials

MEXICAN boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. has been arrested by US immigration officers and is being processed for deportation from the United States, the Department of Homeland Security said Thursday. Chavez, a former world champion and the son of legendary Mexican fighter Julio Cesar Chavez, was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers in… Continue reading Mexican boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. arrested by US immigration authorities: officials

Trump says likely to start informing countries of US tariffs Friday

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump said he plans to start sending letters informing trading partners of their tariff rates as soon as Friday, as negotiations to avoid higher US levies enter the final stretch. “My inclination is to send a letter out and say what tariff they’re going to be paying,“ he told reporters on Thursday.… Continue reading Trump says likely to start informing countries of US tariffs Friday

Palmeiras ask for ‘amazing game’ from Estevao against future employers Chelsea

PALMEIRAS coach Abel Ferreira is hoping teenage sensation Estevao Willian can wave goodbye to the Brazilian team’s fans by producing “one amazing game” and helping them beat his future employers Chelsea in Friday’s Club World Cup quarter-final. Winger Estevao, 18, will leave Palmeiras at the end of the tournament in the United States to join… Continue reading Palmeiras ask for ‘amazing game’ from Estevao against future employers Chelsea

Difficult day’ for Al Hila’s Portugal pair – Inzaghi

AL HILAL coach Simone Inzaghi said the death of Liverpool and Portugal forward Diogo Jota had impacted his team ahead of their Club World Cup quarter-final against Fluminense on Friday. The Saudi club’s full-back Joao Cancelo is a Portugal international and midfielder Ruben Neves was a team-mate of Jota with both the Portugal national team… Continue reading Difficult day’ for Al Hila’s Portugal pair – Inzaghi
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Mexican boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. arrested by US immigration authorities: officials

MEXICAN boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. has been arrested by US immigration officers and is being processed for deportation from the United States, the Department of Homeland Security said Thursday. Chavez, a former world champion and the son of legendary Mexican fighter Julio Cesar Chavez, was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers in… Continue reading Mexican boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. arrested by US immigration authorities: officials
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Palmeiras ask for ‘amazing game’ from Estevao against future employers Chelsea

PALMEIRAS coach Abel Ferreira is hoping teenage sensation Estevao Willian can wave goodbye to the Brazilian team’s fans by producing “one amazing game” and helping them beat his future employers Chelsea in Friday’s Club World Cup quarter-final. Winger Estevao, 18, will leave Palmeiras at the end of the tournament in the United States to join… Continue reading Palmeiras ask for ‘amazing game’ from Estevao against future employers Chelsea
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Diogo Jota: Liverpool’s ‘exceptional player, exceptional boy’

DIOGO Jota was quickly hailed by the Liverpool support as “better than (Luis) Figo” and the shocking death of the Portuguese international on Thursday has left the English champions in mourning. The 28-year-old died alongside his younger brother Andre after their vehicle veered off a motorway in northern Spain before bursting into flames. A product… Continue reading Diogo Jota: Liverpool’s ‘exceptional player, exceptional boy’

Diogo Jota: Liverpool’s ‘exceptional player, exceptional boy’

DIOGO Jota was quickly hailed by the Liverpool support as “better than (Luis) Figo” and the shocking death of the Portuguese international on Thursday has left the English champions in mourning. The 28-year-old died alongside his younger brother Andre after their vehicle veered off a motorway in northern Spain before bursting into flames. A product… Continue reading Diogo Jota: Liverpool’s ‘exceptional player, exceptional boy’
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Liverpool football star Diogo Jota dies in car crash in Spain

LIVERPOOL forward Diogo Jota and his brother died in a car crash in Spain on Thursday, police said, sparking widespread grief just after the Portugal star had got married. The Civil Guard said a vehicle veered off a motorway and burst into flames shortly after midnight in the municipality of Cernadilla in the northwestern Zamora… Continue reading Liverpool football star Diogo Jota dies in car crash in Spain

Liverpool football star Diogo Jota dies in car crash in Spain

LIVERPOOL forward Diogo Jota and his brother died in a car crash in Spain on Thursday, police said, sparking widespread grief just after the Portugal star had got married. The Civil Guard said a vehicle veered off a motorway and burst into flames shortly after midnight in the municipality of Cernadilla in the northwestern Zamora… Continue reading Liverpool football star Diogo Jota dies in car crash in Spain
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Pos Malaysia’s fulfilment arm aims to stamp its mark across Southeast Asia

KUALA LUMPUR: Pos Malaysia Bhd’s integrated fulfilment and e-commerce logistics service, Pos Fulfill, is looking towards expanding its footprint across Southeast Asia, as it is uniquely positioned to capitalise on both regional collaboration and local expertise. The group’s established postal network throughout the region – coupled with Malaysia’s current Asean Chair status within the bloc’s… Continue reading Pos Malaysia’s fulfilment arm aims to stamp its mark across Southeast Asia
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Latest beauty industry guidelines ready, to go before cabinet – Fuziah

KUANTAN: The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) has finalised the latest guidelines for the beauty industry and will submit the proposal to the Cabinet, said Deputy Minister Datuk Dr Fuziah Salleh. She said the guidelines, which have been in use since 2013, include several improvements, in line with current industry developments,… Continue reading Latest beauty industry guidelines ready, to go before cabinet – Fuziah

MMEA seizes RM900,000 worth of cannabis in Kuala Perlis

KANGAR: The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) in the Kuala Perlis Maritime Zone foiled an attempt to smuggle 170 kilogrammes of compressed cannabis worth nearly RM900,000 in Kuala Perlis waters early today. Kedah and Perlis MMEA director First Admiral Romli Mustafa said the cannabis seizure from a wooden engine-powered boat at around 3.30 am was… Continue reading MMEA seizes RM900,000 worth of cannabis in Kuala Perlis

RELA a symbol of people’s resilience – Saifuddin Nasution

KUALA LUMPUR: The People’s Volunteer Corps (RELA) is not just about volunteerism but stands as a symbol of the Malaysian people’s resilience in times of crisis, said Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail. In a Facebook post, Saifuddin Nasution said the corps’ vital role is evident through its readiness to respond under various circumstances… Continue reading RELA a symbol of people’s resilience – Saifuddin Nasution

Driver escapes shooting by reclining seat in Batu Kawan

BATU KAWAN: A businessman narrowly escaped injury after reclining his car seat fully during a shooting incident in front of a primary school in Sungai Nyior. The incident occurred on Tuesday while the man was waiting for his child. Penang Deputy Police Chief Datuk Mohd Alwi Zainal Abidin stated that the victim, in his 40s,… Continue reading Driver escapes shooting by reclining seat in Batu Kawan

MEX II highway probe: 61 witnesses called in RM32m graft case

KOTA BHARU: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has recorded statements from 61 witnesses as part of its ongoing investigation into alleged irregularities in the Maju Expressway (MEX II) extension project. Chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki confirmed the progress, noting that all witnesses were interviewed recently. Azam stated that the value of confiscated assets linked… Continue reading MEX II highway probe: 61 witnesses called in RM32m graft case

Malaysia succeeds in attracting RM8.13b potential investments from Italy – PM Anwar

ROME: Potential investments worth RM8.13 billion have been achieved through the Malaysia-Italy economic cooperation roundtable meeting and meetings with companies here, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. The roundtable meeting involved the participation of 41 Italian companies and agencies, comprising 23 companies from the manufacturing sector, nine companies from the service sector, two companies… Continue reading Malaysia succeeds in attracting RM8.13b potential investments from Italy – PM Anwar

Pegawai SPRM obes tidak layak naik pangkat mulai 2026

KOTA BHARU: Bermula Januari 2026, pegawai dan anggota Suruhanjaya Pencegahan Rasuah Malaysia (SPRM) yang obes atau gagal memenuhi Indeks Jisim Badan (BMI) yang ditetapkan tidak akan dipertimbangkan untuk kenaikan pangkat. Ketua Pesuruhjaya SPRM Tan Sri Azam Baki berkata langkah ini diambil bagi memastikan kecergasan dan keterampilan warga SPRM sentiasa berada pada tahap terbaik. Azam Baki… Continue reading Pegawai SPRM obes tidak layak naik pangkat mulai 2026
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LHDN kenal pasti 845 kes tindakan dalam OP Tanjong di Pulau Pinang

GEORGE TOWN: Lembaga Hasil Dalam Negeri (LHDN) telah mengenal pasti 845 kes yang memerlukan tindakan pemeriksaan dan penguatkuasaan dalam Operasi Pematuhan Cukai siri ke-10, dikenali sebagai OP Tanjong, di sekitar Pulau Pinang. Operasi ini melibatkan 238 pegawai dengan tumpuan diberikan kepada sektor ekonomi utama termasuk pembuatan, elektronik, elektrikal, digital, teknologi, logistik, pembinaan, kontraktor, dan kejuruteraan.… Continue reading LHDN kenal pasti 845 kes tindakan dalam OP Tanjong di Pulau Pinang
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Stockbroker loses RM1.24 million to elaborate phone scam

GEORGE TOWN: A female stockbroker lost RM1.24 million to a phone scam syndicate that alleged she was under investigation for money laundering. Penang deputy police chief Datuk Mohd Alwi Zainal Abidin said the Commercial Crime Investigation Division of the Northeast district police headquarters received a report from the 47-year-old local woman yesterday. “According to the… Continue reading Stockbroker loses RM1.24 million to elaborate phone scam

Komponen pencawang telekomunikasi dicuri di Raub, tiga laporan polis dibuat

KUANTAN: Polis menerima tiga laporan berhubung kecurian komponen kad slot di pencawang telekomunikasi di sekitar Raub semalam. Ketua Polis Daerah Raub, Supt Mohd Shahril Abdul Rahman, berkata laporan tersebut diterima daripada syarikat telekomunikasi U Mobile, Maxis dan CelcomDigi. “Kehilangan kad slot ini menyebabkan gangguan perkhidmatan kepada pengguna kerana gagal memproses data internet daripada rangkaian syarikat… Continue reading Komponen pencawang telekomunikasi dicuri di Raub, tiga laporan polis dibuat
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SPRM siasat 61 saksi kes penyelewengan dana lebuh raya

KOTA BHARU: Suruhanjaya Pencegahan Rasuah Malaysia (SPRM) memanggil 61 saksi bagi membantu siasatan kes penyelewengan dana sukuk pembinaan lebuh raya di Lembah Klang. Ketua Pesuruhjaya SPRM Tan Sri Azam Baki menyatakan siasatan dijangka siap dalam tempoh dua bulan. Azam Baki berkata, “Saya telah beri tempoh maksimum dua bulan untuk pegawai saya menyiapkan kertas siasatan kes… Continue reading SPRM siasat 61 saksi kes penyelewengan dana lebuh raya
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First floor of Merlimau’s SMK Dang Anum building destroyed in fire

JASIN: A fire early this morning destroyed three classrooms and a teachers’ room at Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan (SMK) Dang Anum in Merlimau. Melaka Fire and Rescue Department director Mohd Zaidi Ma’at said they received an emergency call at 5.36 am, and a team was deployed immediately to the scene. “This early morning fire destroyed 80… Continue reading First floor of Merlimau’s SMK Dang Anum building destroyed in fire

Jalan Serkam-Bemban a boost to tourism access to Melaka City

JASIN: The newly opened three-kilometre road connecting Serkam and Bemban will serve as a strategic alternative route for tourists travelling from the south to Melaka, particularly to the main tourist attractions in the city centre via the Jasin Toll, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh. He said the new road, which links the… Continue reading Jalan Serkam-Bemban a boost to tourism access to Melaka City