RMK13: Kerajaan negeri digesa utamakan bidang kritikal – PM Anwar

MELAKA: Kerajaan negeri perlu memberikan keutamaan kepada bidang kritikal yang berupaya menyumbang kepada Keluaran Dalam Negara Kasar (KDNK) untuk pembangunan negara secara menyeluruh, kata Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Beliau berkata antara yang perlu diberikan tumpuan menerusi projek di bawah Rancangan Malaysia Ke-13 (RMK13) termasuklah berkaitan industri elektrik dan elektronik. “Sering kali saya mengingatkan… Continue reading RMK13: Kerajaan negeri digesa utamakan bidang kritikal – PM Anwar

Pemimpin dunia ucap takziah tragedi nahas pesawat AIR India di ahmedabad

KUALA LUMPUR: Pemimpin dunia menyatakan rasa terkejut dan dukacita susulan nahas pesawat Air India penerbangan AI171 berhampiran Ahmedabad, India yang mengorbankan banyak nyawa dan mencederakan puluhan yang lain. Perdana Menteri India Narendra Modi berkata tragedi itu telah “mengejutkan dan menyedihkan” seluruh negara. Beliau turut merakamkan ucapan takziah kepada semua yang terkesan. “Peristiwa ini amat menyayat… Continue reading Pemimpin dunia ucap takziah tragedi nahas pesawat AIR India di ahmedabad

IJM Land buka infrastruktur jejantas, umum akses jalan baharu ke The Light Waterfront

GEORGE TOWN: IJM Land Berhad (IJM Land) memaklumkan penutupan sementara lorong di Lebuhraya Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu melibatkan laluan menghala ke George Town dari 16 hingga 27 Jun ini. Menurut kenyataan IJM Land, pemaju bagi projek The Light Waterfront Pulau Pinang, penutupan dari pukul 10 malam hingga 5 pagi bagi tempoh itu bertujuan memberikan… Continue reading IJM Land buka infrastruktur jejantas, umum akses jalan baharu ke The Light Waterfront
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M’sian woman urges Gen Z to maintain at least 3.0 CGPA to avoid job rejection

JOB hunting is already challenging these days, as employers seek well-rounded candidates who not only possess strong work ethic and talent, but also the academic qualifications required for the role. A recent post on Threads served as a reminder to Malaysian youth about the importance of good academic results when searching for a job. “To… Continue reading M’sian woman urges Gen Z to maintain at least 3.0 CGPA to avoid job rejection

Death toll in Air India plane crash rises to 265; one survivor

ISTANBUL: At least 265 people were killed while only one passenger survived when an Air India flight to London crashed moments after take-off from the city of Ahmedabad on Thursday. The Press Trust of India, citing police, reported that as many as 265 bodies were recovered after the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, carrying 230 passengers and… Continue reading Death toll in Air India plane crash rises to 265; one survivor

Death toll in Air India plane crash rises to 265; one survivor

ISTANBUL: At least 265 people were killed while only one passenger survived when an Air India flight to London crashed moments after take-off from the city of Ahmedabad on Thursday. The Press Trust of India, citing police, reported that as many as 265 bodies were recovered after the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, carrying 230 passengers and… Continue reading Death toll in Air India plane crash rises to 265; one survivor
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HAWANA 2025 celebration kicks off today

KUALA LUMPUR: The National Journalists Day (HAWANA) 2025 celebration, themed “Journalism in the New Era: Embracing AI, Safeguarding Ethics,” officially kicks off today. Organised by the Ministry of Communications with the Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama) as the implementing agency, the three-day HAWANA 2025 celebration runs until Sunday and begins with the HAWANA Carnival, held… Continue reading HAWANA 2025 celebration kicks off today
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HAWANA 2025 celebration kicks off today

KUALA LUMPUR: The National Journalists Day (HAWANA) 2025 celebration, themed “Journalism in the New Era: Embracing AI, Safeguarding Ethics,” officially kicks off today. Organised by the Ministry of Communications with the Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama) as the implementing agency, the three-day HAWANA 2025 celebration runs until Sunday and begins with the HAWANA Carnival, held… Continue reading HAWANA 2025 celebration kicks off today

Gerik crash: Police probe teacher over offensive remarks on victims

IPOH: Police have launched an investigation into a Facebook account that posted offensive remarks about the deaths of Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) students in the recent road accident in Gerik. Manjung police chief ACP Hasbullah Abd Rahman said a report was received at about 4.40 pm yesterday. “A Facebook account under the name ‘Khalid… Continue reading Gerik crash: Police probe teacher over offensive remarks on victims

Gerik crash: Police probe teacher over offensive remarks on victims

IPOH: Police have launched an investigation into a Facebook account that posted offensive remarks about the deaths of Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) students in the recent road accident in Gerik. Manjung police chief ACP Hasbullah Abd Rahman said a report was received at about 4.40 pm yesterday. “A Facebook account under the name ‘Khalid… Continue reading Gerik crash: Police probe teacher over offensive remarks on victims
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13MP: Anwar urges state govts to prioritise critical sectors

MELAKA: State governments must prioritise critical sectors that contribute to the gross domestic product (GDP) to ensure holistic national development, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. He said that priority under the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) should be given to projects related to the electrical and electronics industry. “I often remind participants at special… Continue reading 13MP: Anwar urges state govts to prioritise critical sectors

13MP: Anwar urges state govts to prioritise critical sectors

MELAKA: State governments must prioritise critical sectors that contribute to the gross domestic product (GDP) to ensure holistic national development, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. He said that priority under the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) should be given to projects related to the electrical and electronics industry. “I often remind participants at special… Continue reading 13MP: Anwar urges state govts to prioritise critical sectors
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Lelaki OKU ditemukan lemas di Sungai Kuantan

KUANTAN: Seorang lelaki orang kurang upaya (OKU) intelektual yang hilang dihanyutkan arus ketika mandi di Sungai Kuantan berhampiran Kampung Tanah Putih semalam, ditemukan lemas malam ini. Jurucakap Jabatan Bomba dan Penyelamat Malaysia (JBPM) Pahang berkata Syed Alwi Syed Mohd Ali Hanafiah, 30, ditemukan orang awam dalam keadaan terapung pada 9.10 malam tadi. “Mangsa dijumpai pada… Continue reading Lelaki OKU ditemukan lemas di Sungai Kuantan
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Gerik crash: Bus driver arrested, to be charged today

IPOH: The driver of the bus involved in Monday’s crash that claimed the lives of 15 Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) students in Gerik was arrested yesterday. Perak police chief Datuk Noor Hisam Nordin said the 39-year-old man was arrested at 6 pm after being discharged from Taiping Hospital, where he had been receiving treatment… Continue reading Gerik crash: Bus driver arrested, to be charged today

Gerik crash: Bus driver arrested, to be charged today

IPOH: The driver of the bus involved in Monday’s crash that claimed the lives of 15 Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) students in Gerik was arrested yesterday. Perak police chief Datuk Noor Hisam Nordin said the 39-year-old man was arrested at 6 pm after being discharged from Taiping Hospital, where he had been receiving treatment… Continue reading Gerik crash: Bus driver arrested, to be charged today
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Ribuan ikan mati di Bagan Datuk : Jas perak rampas dandang di kilang belacan

IPOH: Jabatan Alam Sekitar (JAS) Perak merampas sebuah dandang di sebuah kilang memproses belacan di Bagan Datuk, susulan kejadian kematian ribuan ikan yang ditemui terapung dalam parit di Kampung Sungai Payung dan Kampung Sungai Tiang Baroh, kelmarin. Pengerusi Jawatankuasa Sains, Alam Sekitar dan Teknologi Hijau negeri, Teh Kok Lim berkata kilang berkenaan disyaki melepaskan air… Continue reading Ribuan ikan mati di Bagan Datuk : Jas perak rampas dandang di kilang belacan
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Police investigating explosion that damaged three houses in Bukit Mertajam

BUKIT MERTAJAM: Police are investigating an explosion at Taman Serumpun, here early this morning, which caused damage to three houses. Seberang Perai Tengah (SPT) District Police Chief ACP Helmi Aris said they received information from the public regarding the incident at 1:05 am, reporting a loud explosion in the residential area. “Police investigations found that… Continue reading Police investigating explosion that damaged three houses in Bukit Mertajam
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Police investigating explosion that damaged three houses in Bukit Mertajam

BUKIT MERTAJAM: Police are investigating an explosion at Taman Serumpun, here early this morning, which caused damage to three houses. Seberang Perai Tengah (SPT) District Police Chief ACP Helmi Aris said they received information from the public regarding the incident at 1:05 am, reporting a loud explosion in the residential area. “Police investigations found that… Continue reading Police investigating explosion that damaged three houses in Bukit Mertajam

American man injured while descending Gunung Datuk

SEREMBAN: An American man passed out after he slipped when descending Gunung Datuk in Rembau this evening, the Fire and Rescue Department said today. Senior operations commander, leading fire officer II Zaini Salleh said they received a distress call at 4.10 pm and arrived at the location where the victim was at Check Point 1… Continue reading American man injured while descending Gunung Datuk

Manhandling of US senator ups California tensions with Trump admin

LOS ANGELES, UNITED STATES: California’s stand-off with President Donald Trump’s administration ratcheted up Thursday, after a sitting US senator was handcuffed and forcibly removed from a press conference on immigration raids that have spurred days of protests. The shocking incident, which came after the Republican president sent troops into Los Angeles over the objections of… Continue reading Manhandling of US senator ups California tensions with Trump admin

Manhandling of US senator ups California tensions with Trump admin

LOS ANGELES, UNITED STATES: California’s stand-off with President Donald Trump’s administration ratcheted up Thursday, after a sitting US senator was handcuffed and forcibly removed from a press conference on immigration raids that have spurred days of protests. The shocking incident, which came after the Republican president sent troops into Los Angeles over the objections of… Continue reading Manhandling of US senator ups California tensions with Trump admin
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Miami World Cup officials play down travel concerns a year from kick-off

AS A GLEAMING clock began ticking towards the 2026 World Cup, Miami officials launched the city’s one-year countdown seeking to allay fears that America’s stricter immigration stance could deter the overseas fans that it hopes to attract. The celebratory unveiling on Wednesday, featuring singer Marc Anthony, came just days after unrest in Los Angeles and… Continue reading Miami World Cup officials play down travel concerns a year from kick-off

Miami World Cup officials play down travel concerns a year from kick-off

AS A GLEAMING clock began ticking towards the 2026 World Cup, Miami officials launched the city’s one-year countdown seeking to allay fears that America’s stricter immigration stance could deter the overseas fans that it hopes to attract. The celebratory unveiling on Wednesday, featuring singer Marc Anthony, came just days after unrest in Los Angeles and… Continue reading Miami World Cup officials play down travel concerns a year from kick-off
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India plane crash: What we know

PARIS: A Boeing 787 Dreamliner carrying 242 people crashed on Thursday after taking off from the Indian city of Ahmedabad bound for London, with officials saying that just one person on the jet survived and at least 24 people on the ground died. Police said 265 bodies had been taken to hospital in the main… Continue reading India plane crash: What we know
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Frank faces pressure to make instant impact at Spurs

THOMAS FRANK was hired as Tottenham’s new manager on Thursday as the Dane accepted the daunting task of solving the club’s famed inconsistency. Frank arrives in north London with a reputation for tactically astute game-plans and deft man-management skills after an impressive seven-year reign at Brentford. The 51-year-old will need those qualities and more to… Continue reading Frank faces pressure to make instant impact at Spurs

Frank faces pressure to make instant impact at Spurs

THOMAS FRANK was hired as Tottenham’s new manager on Thursday as the Dane accepted the daunting task of solving the club’s famed inconsistency. Frank arrives in north London with a reputation for tactically astute game-plans and deft man-management skills after an impressive seven-year reign at Brentford. The 51-year-old will need those qualities and more to… Continue reading Frank faces pressure to make instant impact at Spurs
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China’s Zheng survives scare to reach Queen’s last eight

ZHENG QINWEN survived a scare to reach the Queen’s Club quarter-finals as the Chinese top seed beat McCartney Kessler 6-3, 4-6, 7-5 on Thursday. Zheng trailed 4-2 in the final set of the last 16 clash against the world number 42. But the Paris Olympic champion roared back to avoid a shock defeat at the… Continue reading China’s Zheng survives scare to reach Queen’s last eight

Race ban would be his own fault, Russell warns Verstappen

GEORGE RUSSELL made clear on Thursday that if Max Verstappen is banned from racing it would be his own fault and an entirely justified outcome due to his reckless driving. The Briton, who clashed with the four-time world champion last season and again at the Spanish Grand Prix earlier this month, said he believed the… Continue reading Race ban would be his own fault, Russell warns Verstappen

Malaysia stands in solidarity over deadly Air India crash — Foreign Ministry

PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia stands in solidarity with the governments and people of India, the United Kingdom, Portugal, and Canada following the tragic crash of Air India flight AI171, which went down shortly after take-off from Ahmedabad Airport on June 12. The Foreign Ministry, in a statement late Thursday, expressed its sincere sympathy and heartfelt condolences, especially… Continue reading Malaysia stands in solidarity over deadly Air India crash — Foreign Ministry

Malaysia stands in solidarity over deadly Air India crash — Foreign Ministry

PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia stands in solidarity with the governments and people of India, the United Kingdom, Portugal, and Canada following the tragic crash of Air India flight AI171, which went down shortly after take-off from Ahmedabad Airport on June 12. The Foreign Ministry, in a statement late Thursday, expressed its sincere sympathy and heartfelt condolences, especially… Continue reading Malaysia stands in solidarity over deadly Air India crash — Foreign Ministry
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Los Angeles Grand Slam Track meeting cancelled: sources

THE LOS ANGELES leg of Michael Johnson’s inaugural Grand Slam Track athletics series has been cancelled for economic reasons, multiple sources confirmed to AFP on Thursday. The fourth and final stop on the new circuit had been due to take place at Los Angeles’ Drake Stadium from June 28-29. However sources with knowledge of the… Continue reading Los Angeles Grand Slam Track meeting cancelled: sources

US senator forcibly removed from Trump official’s press conference

LOS ANGELES, UNITED STATES: A US senator from California was forcibly removed from a news conference being held by Donald Trump’s homeland security chief on Thursday, in the latest escalation of tensions over controversial immigration arrests. Senator Alex Padilla was pushed and shoved from the room at a federal building in Los Angeles as he… Continue reading US senator forcibly removed from Trump official’s press conference

US lawmakers approve $9 billion of Elon Musk’s federal cuts

WASHINGTON: US lawmakers on Thursday approved a White House request to claw back $9.4 billion from funding already allocated by Congress in a victory for President Donald Trump as he pushes to lock in spending cuts spearheaded by tech billionaire Elon Musk. The vote in the Republican-led US House of Representatives was seen as the… Continue reading US lawmakers approve $9 billion of Elon Musk’s federal cuts

Sane joins Galatasaray from Bayern on free transfer

GERMANY WINGER Leroy Sane has joined Galatasaray on a free transfer from Bayern Munich, the Turkish champions announced on Thursday. The 29-year-old has signed a three-year deal and will be paid an annual salary of nine million euros ($10.4 million), plus a “loyalty bonus” of three million euros a season, the club said. “I’ve played… Continue reading Sane joins Galatasaray from Bayern on free transfer

Air India crash latest test for new Boeing leadership

NEW YORK: The devastating Air India crash seems certain to embroil Boeing in further rounds of negative headlines at a time when it has shown progress under new leadership. Shares of the American plane manufacturer finished down nearly five percent Thursday as the pope, King Charles and the president of India expressed sorrow over the… Continue reading Air India crash latest test for new Boeing leadership

Israel says Hamas ‘weaponising suffering in Gaza’ as aid workers killed

GAZA CITY, PALESTINIAN TERRITORIES: Israel charged on Thursday that Hamas was “weaponising suffering in Gaza” after a US and Israeli-backed charity accused the Palestinian militant group of killing eight of its aid workers in the territory. The distribution of food and basic supplies in the blockaded and war-ravaged Gaza has become increasingly fraught and perilous,… Continue reading Israel says Hamas ‘weaponising suffering in Gaza’ as aid workers killed

Pulisic hits back at ex-USA players over absence criticism

USA CAPTAIN Christian Pulisic has hit back at former players who have criticised his decision to miss this month’s CONCACAF Gold Cup tournament being held a year out from the World Cup. The USA will co-host the World Cup with Canada and Mexico but Pulisic, 26, opted to rest during June rather than play in… Continue reading Pulisic hits back at ex-USA players over absence criticism

UN General Assembly calls for Gaza ceasefire, pressure on Israel

UNITED NATIONS, UNITED STATES: The UN General Assembly on Thursday adopted a resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and urging nations to take “all measures necessary” to place pressure on Israel. Following the United States’ veto of a similar push in the Security Council last week, the General Assembly adopted the non-binding resolution by… Continue reading UN General Assembly calls for Gaza ceasefire, pressure on Israel

Cunha completes ‘dream’ Manchester United move

MATHEUS CUNHA said he had “dreamed of wearing the red shirt” of Manchester United after the club confirmed his signing from Wolves on Thursday. United effectively sealed the deal, which was subject to the completion of a visa and medical, on June 1 after activating a £62.5 million ($85 million) release clause in the 26-year… Continue reading Cunha completes ‘dream’ Manchester United move

Trump warns Israeli attack on Iran ‘could very well happen’

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump warned Thursday that Israel may soon strike Iran’s nuclear sites, but urged the key US ally to hold off as he stressed his commitment to a diplomatic solution. Tensions have soared in the region in the last two days with Trump warning of a “massive conflict” and drawing down US staff.… Continue reading Trump warns Israeli attack on Iran ‘could very well happen’

Ukraine boycott world judo champs as Belarusians compete under flag

UKRAINE will not compete in the world judo championships starting on Friday in Budapest in protest at two Belarusians who will compete under their country’s flag for the first time since the Russian-backed invasion of Ukraine. Belarusians Aliaksandr Sidoryk and Yahor Varapayeu are on the entry list in the under 90kg category, flying their country’s… Continue reading Ukraine boycott world judo champs as Belarusians compete under flag

US says airstrike killed Islamic State official in Syria

WASHINGTON: The US military announced Thursday that a recent airstrike had killed an Islamic State group official in northwest Syria. In a post to social media, US Central Command (CENTCOM) said its forces “conducted a precision airstrike in northwest Syria killing Rakhim Boev, a Syria-based ISIS official,“ using another name for IS. The post on… Continue reading US says airstrike killed Islamic State official in Syria

Spurs set to name Brentford boss Frank as new head coach: reports

TOTTENHAM have reached an agreement with Premier League rivals Brentford to make Thomas Frank their head coach following the sacking of Ange Postecoglou, it was widely reported on Thursday. Spurs set their sights on Frank after dismissing Postecoglou last week, just 16 days after he won the Europa League, and made an official approach to… Continue reading Spurs set to name Brentford boss Frank as new head coach: reports

Gerik Crash: Shattered hope as families receive death certificates

JERTIH: Nearly a year ago, Mohamad Isma Abdul Manaf sent off his eldest daughter, Nur Dalila Farhana, to university with the hope that she would return home with a degree. But fate had other plans. Instead of a degree, today, the 47-year-old father received his daughter’s death certificate. Nur Dalila Farhana, 21, was among the… Continue reading Gerik Crash: Shattered hope as families receive death certificates

Gerik Crash: Shattered hope as families receive death certificates

JERTIH: Nearly a year ago, Mohamad Isma Abdul Manaf sent off his eldest daughter, Nur Dalila Farhana, to university with the hope that she would return home with a degree. But fate had other plans. Instead of a degree, today, the 47-year-old father received his daughter’s death certificate. Nur Dalila Farhana, 21, was among the… Continue reading Gerik Crash: Shattered hope as families receive death certificates
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