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National Day unites Malaysians under Jalur Gemilang, says Loke

KLANG: Transport Minister Anthony Loke highlighted the National Day celebration as a unifying platform for Malaysians to express their love for the country through the Jalur Gemilang. He stressed that despite recent incidents of the flag being displayed upside-down, the focus should remain on its true meaning of unity. “The Jalur Gemilang is our common… Continue reading

Sabah to host National Unity Week 2026, Labuan celebrates harmony

LABUAN: National Unity Minister Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang announced that Sabah will host the national-level Unity Week 2026. He made the announcement while officiating the Unity Week Celebration and the Golden Jubilee of Rukun Tetangga (KRT) 2025 in Labuan. The event took place at the Labuan International Sea Sports Complex. Unity Week is organised under… Continue reading

PM Anwar’s 2018 royal pardon cleared all disqualifications, says law expert

KUALA LUMPUR: The royal pardon granted to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim in 2018 fully restored his eligibility to contest elections and hold office, according to constitutional law expert Emeritus Prof Datuk Dr Shad Saleem Faruqi. He stated that the pardon under Article 42(1) of the Federal Constitution erased all legal consequences from Anwar’s… Continue reading

Justice assured in Zara Qairina case, says PM Anwar

LARUT: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has reiterated that justice will prevail in the case of Form One student Zara Qairina Mahathir’s death. He emphasised that no one involved will evade accountability. Anwar cautioned against attempts to manipulate the case or tarnish individuals’ reputations. “The government has said the police are investigating, and I… Continue reading

MPs to fund civil defence uniforms under new initiative

SHAH ALAM: From next year, MPs will contribute part of their constituency funds to supply uniforms for Civil Defence Force (APM) members in their areas. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi revealed the plan to strengthen APM and encourage community involvement. “All ministry staff are also encouraged to join APM,” he said… Continue reading

Tengku Permaisuri selangor sempurnakan istiadat pentauliahan Kor SISPA

SHAH ALAM: Tengku Permaisuri Selangor Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin berkenan menyempurnakan Majlis Perbarisan Tamat Latihan dan Istiadat Pentauliahan Kor Siswa Siswi Pertahanan Awam (Kor SISPA) Peringkat Kebangsaan Kali Ke-16 2025 di Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) di sini hari ini. Keberangkatan tiba baginda pada 10.20 pagi disambut Timbalan Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, Menteri… Continue reading

Peranan wartawan bendung berita palsu di media sosial

KUALA LUMPUR: Peranan pengamal media khususnya wartawan semakin penting dalam mengekang penularan berita palsu yang kian berleluasa terutama menerusi media sosial. Timbalan Menteri Komunikasi Teo Nie Ching berkata wartawan terlatih tahu peranan serta tanggungjawab sebagai rakyat Malaysia untuk mengesahkan kesahihan sesuatu berita. Beliau menekankan kepentingan memastikan masyarakat boleh membezakan antara maklumat palsu dan berita benar.… Continue reading

Complex web of victim, perpetrator and community responsibility

THE recent tragic incident involving a 13-year-old girl who fell from a third-floor building has deeply shaken our community. This heartbreaking situation compels us to examine the complex dynamics of bullying – understanding its impact on victims, the factors that create bullying behaviour and our collective responsibility in prevention. Understanding root causes Children rarely become… Continue reading

Nearly 500 media practitioners aided by Tabung Kasih@HAWANA fund

KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 478 media practitioners nationwide have benefited from the Tabung Kasih@HAWANA fund, receiving RM1.3 million in aid so far. Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching highlighted the initiative’s role in assisting both active and former media professionals facing financial difficulties. She noted that 56 recipients were from the Tamil media sector.… Continue reading

Russia launches 85 drones and missile on Ukraine after Putin-Trump talks

KYIV: Russia launched 85 attack drones and a ballistic missile at Ukraine overnight, according to Kyiv’s airforce. The assault occurred hours after Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump concluded talks in Alaska. The meeting between the two leaders ended without any progress toward stopping Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine. Ukraine’s airforce confirmed… Continue reading

478 pengamal media terima sumbangan Tabung Kasih@HAWANA

KUALA LUMPUR: Seramai 478 pengamal media di seluruh negara menerima manfaat daripada Tabung Kasih@HAWANA dengan jumlah sumbangan keseluruhan mencecah RM1.3 juta setakat ini. Timbalan Menteri Komunikasi Teo Nie Ching berkata inisiatif itu terus membantu pengamal media termasuk yang tidak lagi bertugas sekiranya memerlukan bantuan. Beliau menyatakan 56 penerima merupakan pengamal media Tamil dan menggesa mereka… Continue reading

Expedite formation of Malaysian Transport Safety Board

KUALA LUMPUR: The Transport Ministry (MOT) has been urged to take all necessary measures to expedite the establishment of the Malaysian Transport Safety Board (MTSB), a move deemed crucial to enhancing transportation safety across all modes in the country. Alliance for a Safe Community chairman Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye said the formation of the… Continue reading

China’s top diplomat visits India for crucial border talks

BEIJING: China’s top diplomat Wang Yi will visit India next week for critical border negotiations, Beijing’s foreign ministry confirmed on Saturday. The talks, scheduled from August 18 to 20, mark the 24th special representatives meeting on the China-India boundary issue. “Wang Yi will upon invitation visit India and hold the 24th special representatives meeting on… Continue reading

RM20,000 boost for Penang Badminton Association in conjunction with 100th anniversary

KUALA LUMPUR: The 100th anniversary celebration of the Penang Badminton Association was made more meaningful when CitaGlobal Berhad contributed RM20,000 to inspire the nurturing of more stars on par with legend Datuk Seri Lee Chong Wei. Honorary Life President of the Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM) and Executive Chairman and President of CitaGlobal Berhad, Tan… Continue reading

Trump updates Zelensky and EU leaders on Putin summit talks

BRUSSELS: US President Donald Trump held discussions with Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky and key European figures early Saturday. The talks focused on his recent summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin, according to a European Commission spokesperson. Trump engaged in a lengthy conversation lasting over an hour with Zelensky and other leaders. Among those on the… Continue reading

KMJG 2025 Convoy brings Merdeka spirit to Kuala Lumpur

KUALA LUMPUR: The spirit of patriotism and unity filled the federal capital today as the Kembara Merdeka Jalur Gemilang (KMJG) 2025 convoy toured three parliamentary constituencies in Kuala Lumpur while proudly waving the national flag. The convoy, comprising 72 vehicles with 103 participants, was flagged off by Federal Territories Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya Information Department… Continue reading

Sambutan Hari Kebangsaan manifestasi perpaduan rakyat – Loke

KLANG: Sambutan Hari Kebangsaan perlu menjadi manifestasi perpaduan rakyat Malaysia dengan menzahirkan kecintaan terhadap negara melalui simbol utama iaitu Jalur Gemilang. Menteri Pengangkutan Anthony Loke berkata rakyat tidak sepatutnya hilang fokus walaupun terdapat insiden pemasangan bendera terbalik baru-baru ini. Beliau menegaskan Jalur Gemilang melambangkan perpaduan dan harus dihormati oleh semua lapisan masyarakat. “Jalur Gemilang ialah… Continue reading

Guide on vaccine use for older adults launched

MALACCA: In a move to ensure the long-term well-being of Malaysia’s ageing population, the Malaysian Society of Geriatric Medicine (MSGM) has launched a booklet titled “National Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) Recommendation for Older Adults 2025”. The event took place during the Malaysian Congress of Geriatric Medicine, held from August 7 to 9, at a hotel… Continue reading

478 pengamal media terima sumbangan Tabung Kasih@HAWANA RM1.3 juta

KUALA LUMPUR: Seramai 478 pengamal media di seluruh negara telah menerima manfaat daripada Tabung Kasih@HAWANA dengan jumlah sumbangan keseluruhan mencecah RM1.3 juta setakat ini. Timbalan Menteri Komunikasi Teo Nie Ching berkata inisiatif ini diterajui Kementerian Komunikasi dengan kerjasama Bernama sebagai agensi pelaksana. Beliau menegaskan tabung ini turut membantu bekas pengamal media yang memerlukan bantuan kewangan,… Continue reading

Malaysia advances peaceful nuclear tech with CTBT commitment

PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia’s dedication to peaceful nuclear technology development remains steadfast under the National Nuclear Technology Policy 2030. The Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI) ensures the technology is harnessed safely and responsibly for public benefit. The Malaysian Nuclear Agency (Nuklear Malaysia) highlighted this commitment in a statement today, referencing the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT).… Continue reading

Malaysia perkukuh komitmen teknologi nuklear aman melalui CTBT

PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia kekal teguh dalam komitmennya untuk membangunkan teknologi nuklear secara aman melalui Dasar Teknologi Nuklear Negara 2030. Kementerian Sains, Teknologi dan Inovasi (MOSTI) memastikan pembangunan teknologi ini dilaksanakan dengan selamat dan bertanggungjawab. Agensi Nuklear Malaysia mengesahkan komitmen ini melalui pelaksanaan Triti Pengharaman Menyeluruh Ujian Senjata Nuklear (CTBT). Malaysia menandatangani CTBT pada 23 Julai 1998… Continue reading

Sultan of Kedah’s elder sister dies

ALOR SETAR: The elder sister of Sultan of Kedah Al-Aminul Karim Sultan Sallehuddin Sultan Badlishah, Datuk Seri Tunku Sakinah Sultan Badlishah, died today. She was 95. According to the statement issued by the Comptroller of Kedah Royal Household Datuk Seri Bakar Din, Tunku Sakinah died at Villa Seri Tunku at 6.35 am. “Tunku Sakinah will… Continue reading

Journalists play important role in curbing spread of fake news – TEO

KUALA LUMPUR: The role of media practitioners, particularly journalists, is becoming increasingly important in curbing the spread of fake news, which is becoming more prevalent, especially through social media, said Deputy Minister of Communications Teo Nie Ching. She said trained journalists know their roles and responsibilities as Malaysian citizens to verify the authenticity of any… Continue reading

Penambahbaikan skim ATM disambut baik oleh timbalan panglima tentera

KUALA NERUS: Pelbagai inisiatif baharu bagi memperkukuh perkhidmatan awam termasuk penambahbaikan skim Angkatan Tentera Malaysia (ATM) diumumkan oleh Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim semalam. Timbalan Panglima Tentera Darat Leftenan Jeneral Datuk Tengku Muhammad Fauzi Tengku Ibrahim menyifatkan pengumuman itu tepat pada masanya. Beliau berkata perluasan Insentif Berasaskan Prestasi (BIPs) kepada anggota lain-lain pangkat dapat… Continue reading

Timor-Leste nears permanent ASEAN membership ahead of October summit

SEREMBAN: Timor-Leste’s permanent membership in ASEAN is now in the documentation phase before its formal admission at the October summit. Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan confirmed the progress during a press briefing today. “At the upcoming ASEAN Summit in October, there will be a ceremony to welcome Timor-Leste as a permanent member of ASEAN.… Continue reading

Timor-Leste nears permanent ASEAN membership ahead of October summit

Iran policeman killed in clash with gunmen in restive southeast

TEHRAN: Gunmen killed a police officer and injured another during a clash with security forces in Iran’s volatile southeast. The incident took place in Sistan-Baluchistan, one of Iran’s poorest regions and a hotspot for violence involving rebels, extremists, and drug traffickers. “In an exchange of fire… between Iranshahr police and armed men, one officer was… Continue reading

Iran policeman killed in clash with gunmen in restive southeast

Halal certification attracts tourists – Armizan

KUALA LUMPUR: Halal certification in the food and beverage (F&B) sector adds significant value to businesses as Malaysia continues to attract growing numbers of foreign tourists, said Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali. He said the halal certification goes beyond religious requirements, as it also reflects evaluations of cleanliness, food… Continue reading

Halal certification attracts tourists – Armizan

Pakistan monsoon death toll hits 225 as floods devastate northern regions

ISLAMABAD: The death toll from devastating monsoon rains in northern Pakistan has climbed to 225 within 48 hours, according to the National Disaster Management Authority. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province bore the brunt with 211 fatalities, while nine deaths occurred in Pakistan-administered Kashmir and five in Gilgit-Baltistan. Most casualties resulted from flash floods and collapsing houses, with… Continue reading

Pakistan monsoon death toll hits 225 as floods devastate northern regions

Air Canada flight attendants strike shuts down flights affecting 100,000

TORONTO: Air Canada’s flight attendants are set to strike, forcing the airline to cancel hundreds of flights and disrupt travel for over 100,000 passengers. The Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), representing 10,000 attendants, issued a strike notice on Wednesday, allowing a legal walkout from 12:01 am Saturday. CBC reported the strike could begin by… Continue reading

Air Canada flight attendants strike shuts down flights affecting 100,000

BN and PH finalise Sabah seat distribution with no overlaps

SHAH ALAM: Barisan Nasional (BN) chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said seat distribution between BN and Pakatan Harapan (PH) for the upcoming Sabah State Election has been finalised, with no overlaps. Ahmad Zahid, who is also Deputy Prime Minister, further informed that no negotiations have been held between BN and Gabungan Rakyat Sabah… Continue reading

BN and PH finalise Sabah seat distribution with no overlaps

‘Datuk Seri’ among latest arrests in MBI investment fraud case

KUALA LUMPUR: Police have made additional arrests in the ongoing investigation into the MBI International Group investment fraud scheme under Op Northern Star. Bukit Aman Anti-Money Laundering Criminal Investigation Team head Datuk Muhammed Hasbullah Ali confirmed the detentions, revealing that some suspects hold the title “Datuk Seri.” He stated that Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri… Continue reading

Kakanda Sultan Kedah, Datuk Seri Tunku Sakinah mangkat di Alor Setar

ALOR SETAR: Kakanda kepada Sultan Kedah Al-Aminul Karim Sultan Sallehuddin Sultan Badlishah telah mangkat hari ini. Dato Pengelola Bijaya DiRaja Datuk Seri Bakar Din dalam satu kenyataan memaklumkan Datuk Seri Tunku Sakinah Sultan Badlishah mangkat pada usia 95 tahun di Villa Seri Tunku di sini, pada 6.35 pagi tadi. Jenazah Allahyarham akan disemayamkan di Istana… Continue reading

MCMC’s Perlis connect kicks off today at Padang Besar street

PADANG BESAR: The Perlis Connect programme, organised by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), kicked off today at Padang Besar Street, offering a variety of engaging and informative activities, including sessions on safe internet use. Organised in collaboration with the Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama), the one-day programme aims to raise public awareness on… Continue reading

MCMC’s Perlis connect kicks off today at Padang Besar street

Malaysia’s peace efforts in Thai-Cambodia conflict gain global recognition

LARUT: Malaysia’s role as ASEAN Chair in facilitating reconciliation efforts between Thailand and Cambodia following recent border tensions has been recognised internationally, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. He said that although there were certain quarters that refused to acknowledge Malaysia’s role, the trust placed by the countries involved was clear proof that they… Continue reading

Malaysia’s peace efforts in Thai-Cambodia conflict gain global recognition

Devas who keep Malaysia going

TWO days ago, superstar Rajinikanth walked back into our cinemas, not just to entertain, but to remind us why we have loved him for decades. In Coolie, he teams up with director Lokesh Kanagaraj to deliver the kind of swagger only he can – the sunglasses flip, the slow-motion walk and that unmissable en vazhi,… Continue reading

Devas who keep Malaysia going

Sultan Ibrahim: Military honorary berets and badges symbolise merit, not for show

MERSING: His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, today reminded military personnel to wear honorary berets and badges properly on their uniforms, stressing that they should not be worn arbitrarily at any event. Sultan Ibrahim said each beret and badge symbolises the skills and qualifications of security force personnel, and should not be treated merely… Continue reading

Sultan Ibrahim: Military honorary berets and badges symbolise merit, not for show

Federal Minister called for students to report bullies to authorities regardless of rank

KUCHING: Report your seniors, wardens and teachers to the highest level, if found to be involved in bullying, said Federal Minister for Women, Family and Community Development Datuk Nancy Shukri today. She said bullying or ragging among students has become increasingly worrying problems at all levels of education in the country, as it is happening… Continue reading

Federal Minister called for students to report bullies to authorities regardless of rank

PRN Sabah: BN-PH tiada pertindihan kerusi, kata Ahmad Zahid

SHAH ALAM: Pengagihan kerusi antara Barisan Nasional (BN) dan Pakatan Harapan (PH) bagi Pilihan Raya Negeri (PRN) Sabah telah dimuktamadkan tanpa sebarang pertindihan. Pengerusi BN Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi menegaskan tiada rundingan langsung dijalankan antara BN dengan Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) bagi mengelakkan konflik dengan PH. Beliau bagaimanapun meramalkan pertembungan pelbagai penjuru sukar… Continue reading

Malaysian dad almost santau-ed his child over school art project

PETALING JAYA: A father was close to having an emotional outburst after finding a mysterious object at home, which he initially believed to be a form of santau (black magic) sent to his family. According to Facebook user Eizwan Shah Omar, he was startled after stumbling upon what looked like a miniature version of a… Continue reading