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Palapes syllabus enhancement underway to be introduced next year

SERDANG: The Reserve Officers’ Training Unit (Palapes) syllabus will be reviewed to provide cadets with a broader and more holistic understanding of national and global issues. Chief of Defence Force General Tan Sri Mohd Nizam Jaffar said the revised syllabus is already being worked on and is expected to be introduced next year. He stressed… Continue reading

Malaysia studies sovereign cloud policy to protect national data security

KUALA LUMPUR: The government is currently examining the need to implement a Sovereign Cloud policy to ensure the security and sovereignty of the country’s data, said Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. He said the move is crucial in light of the United States’ Clarifying Lawful Overseas Use of Data Act (CLOUD Act), which allows American… Continue reading

Lenggong UNESCO Global Geopark status boosts Perak tourism and economy

IPOH: The Perak government considers Lenggong’s recognition as a UNESCO Global Geopark a significant achievement in placing the state on the global tourism map. State Tourism, Industry, Investment and Corridor Development Committee chairman Loh Sze Yee stated that the official recognition by the UGGp Council elevates both Lenggong’s geological heritage and its potential for local… Continue reading

KPJ Healthcare reinforces maternal and child health via MADANI BFHI Tour

KUALA LUMPUR: KPJ Healthcare Bhd reinforced its commitment to maternal and child health through the MADANI Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative Tour 2025 for the Central Region. The event organised by the National Lactation Centre and Ministry of Health took place at Tawakkal Specialist Hospital and was officiated by Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad. Dzulkefly… Continue reading

KPWKM strengthens child protection with advocacy and community programmes

ALOR SETAR: The Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development (KPWKM) is enhancing child protection through its Child Protection Advocacy Programme and Jelajah Kasih Komuniti 2025 initiative. Deputy Minister Datuk Seri Dr Noraini Ahmad stated that the programme mobilises society to ensure children’s welfare, safety, and development remain protected. “This initiative complements government efforts to… Continue reading

PM Anwar urges Malaysians to cherish peace amid global conflicts

ISKANDAR PUTERI: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has urged all segments of the people to always appreciate the blessings of peace and unity that Malaysia has enjoyed thus far. He stated that Malaysia is still far more peaceful compared to many other countries, and various crises, including wars, civil unrest, and armed conflicts occurring… Continue reading

Sabah CM orders urgent repair of landslide-damaged Penampang-Tambunan road

PENAMPANG: Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor has ordered immediate repairs to roads damaged by recent landslides, particularly the critical Jalan Penampang-Tambunan stretch. He instructed the Sabah Public Works Department, concessionaire company, and related agencies to deploy additional machinery and begin 24-hour operations. Hajiji personally surveyed the collapsed road section and confirmed only one lane… Continue reading

Nine suspects released on police bail in Simpang Pulai murder case

IPOH: Nine individuals arrested in connection with the murder case involving a woman found dead in a car in Simpang Pulai have been released on police bail. Ipoh district police chief ACP Abang Zainal Abidin Abang Ahmad confirmed the eight men and one woman were released while awaiting further instructions from the prosecution. He stated… Continue reading

Kampung Keluang chosen as NADA MADANI adopted village for drug prevention

JERTIH: Kampung Keluang has been selected as a model village for drug prevention programmes through the Kampung Angkat and Sekolah Angkat MADANI initiative under the National Anti-Drugs Agency (NADA). Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail stated that Kampung Keluang was chosen due to Besut’s drug abuse problem, which records one of the highest rates… Continue reading

Sabah flood evacuees rise to 391 as Penampang numbers increase

KOTA KINABALU: The number of flood evacuees in Sabah has increased to 391 people from 126 families this evening. This represents an increase from the 378 people from 117 families reported earlier today according to the Sabah State Disaster Management Committee. Penampang recorded the increase with 244 evacuees from 76 families now sheltered there. Beaufort… Continue reading

Malaysia records 135,000 drug addicts nationwide as of June 2025

JERTIH: A total of 135,000 drug addicts have been recorded nationwide as of June 30 this year. Describing the figure as alarming, Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said the government, in collaboration with various agencies, is continuously implementing strategies to significantly reduce the number of drug addicts in the country. “The figure of… Continue reading

Zambry urges end to pressure over university student admission issues

PUTRAJAYA: Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir has urged all parties to cease applying excessive pressure regarding university admissions through the UPUOnline system. Zambry emphasised that such pressure would only worsen the situation and called for strengthened confidence in Malaysia’s higher education system. “The ministry is always open to good discussions and… Continue reading

Early aid eases burden for Penampang flood victims in Sabah

PENAMPANG: Flood victims in the district have expressed appreciation for early assistance provided by authorities and the local community. Essential items including food, shelter, blankets, and other necessities were distributed to ease the burden of those affected. A check at the Penampang Sports Complex temporary evacuation centre found emergency aid was delivered in stages through… Continue reading

PM Anwar condemns Israeli attacks on six countries

ISKANDAR PUTERI: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has condemned the Zionist regime’s insolent actions in attacking six countries. He said the attacks demonstrated how aggressive and inhumane the regime had become, openly supported by global powers. “A single country can behave so insolently by attacking six countries in just one or two weeks,” he… Continue reading

Differently-abled participants join Keretapi Sarong 2025 unity event

KUALA LUMPUR: Muhammad Azrul Awang Long refused to let paralysis on his right side prevent him from joining the ninth Keretapi Sarong event today in conjunction with Malaysia Day. The 35-year-old began his journey from Damansara Sentral MRT station alongside his sister and nephew while using a wheelchair and wearing traditional blue baju Melayu with… Continue reading

Bintulu LNG complex secured after threat investigation

KUCHING: Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Openg has confirmed that an investigation into a security threat at the Petronas Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) complex in Bintulu, Sarawak, found no actual security breach. The threat was a message sent to a Petronas employee via a mobile phone. Following the incident, security at the site, which… Continue reading

Defending champion Frech crashes out of Guadalajara Open quarters

DEFENDING champion Magdalena Frech suffered a quarter-final exit at the Guadalajara Open after a straight-sets defeat by Czech teenager Nikola Bartunkova. The 19-year-old Bartunkova secured a 7-5 6-4 victory over the Polish fourth seed in one hour and 38 minutes to advance to her maiden WTA semi-final. German sixth seed Tatjana Maria also crashed out… Continue reading

Tokyo fans enjoy world athletics championships after Olympic lockout

JAPANESE fans embraced the vibrant atmosphere during Saturday’s opening day of the world athletics championships in Tokyo, four years after being excluded from the same stadium during the pandemic-affected Olympics. The Tokyo Games, delayed until 2021 due to Covid-19, occurred with empty stands as organisers prohibited spectators to minimise infection risks. Spectators arrived early on… Continue reading

Over 500 rural libraries to receive RM100,000 allocation this year

KUALA KRAI: A total of 506 rural libraries across the country will receive allocations totalling RM100,000 this year through the Sentuhan Komuniti Bestari programme. Deputy Minister of National Unity K. Saraswathy stated that the allocation would fund various small-scale programmes under the initiative. She explained that the programme focuses on improving reading culture, digital literacy,… Continue reading

Lebih 500 perpustakaan desa terima peruntukan RM100,000 tahun ini

KUALA KRAI: Sebanyak 506 Perpustakaan Desa di seluruh negara akan menerima peruntukan berjumlah RM100,000 pada tahun ini menerusi Program Sentuhan Komuniti Bestari. Timbalan Menteri Perpaduan K. Saraswathy berkata peruntukan itu diagihkan bagi melaksanakan pelbagai program berskala kecil di bawah inisiatif berkenaan. “Program Sentuhan Komuniti Bestari memberi fokus kepada peningkatan budaya membaca, literasi digital serta perpaduan… Continue reading

Zambry gesa hentikan desakan melampau isu kemasukan pelajar universiti

PUTRAJAYA: Menteri Pendidikan Tinggi Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir menyeru semua pihak agar menghentikan desakan melampau berkaitan isu kemasukan ke universiti menerusi sistem UPUOnline kerana ia hanya akan mengeruhkan keadaan. Menerusi kenyataan dalam video hari ini, Zambry mengajak semua pihak untuk memperkukuh keyakinan terhadap sistem pendidikan tinggi negara demi masa depan pelajar. Pihak kementerian… Continue reading

SPRM bongkar kes suami isteri pegawai rasuah buka kedai emas

KUALA LUMPUR: Suruhanjaya Pencegahan Rasuah Malaysia (SPRM) membongkar kegiatan sepasang suami isteri yang juga pegawai penguat kuasa membuka sebuah kedai emas disyaki hasil rasuah. Pasangan suami isteri berusia lingkungan 40-an itu dipercayai berperanan mengatur kemasukan warga asing yang tidak memiliki dokumen lengkap ke negara ini tanpa mematuhi undang-undang sejak empat tahun lepas. Menerusi laman Tiktok… Continue reading

PM Anwar kutuk serangan Israel ke atas enam negara termasuk Qatar

ISKANDAR PUTERI: Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim mengecam tindakan biadab rejim Zionis yang semakin bermaharajalela melakukan serangan ke atas enam negara. Perdana Menteri berkata tindakan itu menunjukkan betapa agresif dan tidak berperikemanusiaan rejim berkenaan yang disokong secara terbuka oleh kuasa besar dunia. “Satu negara boleh biadab dengan begitu rupa, dalam seminggu dua menyerang enam… Continue reading

Pearly-Thinaah gagal pertahan gelaran Terbuka Hong Kong tewas kepada China

HONG KONG: Pearly Tan dan M. Thinaah gagal mempertahankan gelaran kejuaraan Terbuka Hong Kong selepas tewas kepada pasangan China Jia Yi Fan dan Zhang Shu Xian dalam separuh akhir. Naib juara dunia itu tunduk 14-21 dan 11-21 dalam perlawanan yang hanya berlangsung selama 35 minit. Kekalahan ini menamatkan kempen Malaysia dalam kejohanan tersebut selepas Pearly-Thinaah… Continue reading

LKIM serah dua rumah baharu kepada nelayan Bachok bawah projek PKPN

BACHOK: Lembaga Kemajuan Ikan Malaysia (LKIM) terus memperkukuh usaha meningkatkan taraf hidup komuniti nelayan dengan menyerahkan dua unit rumah baharu di bawah Projek Khas Perumahan Nelayan (PKPN) di Kampung Perupok. Ketua Pengarah LKIM Hamdan Mamat berkata penerima Mohamed Awang, 65, dan Mohd Zahari Mat, 37, merupakan ahli Persatuan Nelayan Kawasan (PNK) Bachok yang layak menerima… Continue reading

135,000 penagih dadah direkodkan di Malaysia setakat Jun 2025

JERTIH: Seramai 135,000 penagih dadah telah direkodkan di negara ini sehingga 30 Jun lepas. Menteri Dalam Negeri Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail menyifatkan jumlah itu sebagai sesuatu yang membimbangkan. Beliau menegaskan kerajaan dengan kerjasama pelbagai pihak sentiasa mengambil langkah serta strategi untuk mengurangkan jumlah penagihan dadah secara signifikan. “Angka 135,000 penagih ini sesuatu yang membimbangkan.… Continue reading

Mangsa banjir di Sabah meningkat kepada 391 orang daripada 126 keluarga

KOTA KINABALU: Mangsa banjir di Sabah meningkat kepada 391 orang daripada 126 keluarga pada petang ini berbanding 378 orang daripada 117 keluarga pagi tadi. Jawatankuasa Pengurusan Bencana Negeri Sabah memaklumkan mangsa banjir meningkat di daerah Penampang dengan 244 mangsa daripada 76 keluarga. Mangsa banjir berkurangan di daerah Beaufort dengan 147 mangsa daripada 50 keluarga. Pusat… Continue reading

MACC arrests enforcement couple over gold shop funded by bribes

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has uncovered a corruption scheme involving a married couple who are both enforcement officers. The couple allegedly opened a gold jewellery shop using approximately 600,000 ringgit in initial capital obtained through bribery. They are believed to have facilitated the unlawful entry of foreign nationals without proper documentation for the… Continue reading

Nepal mourners hope protest deaths will bring change and justice

KATHMANDU: Grieving families of those killed in Nepal’s anti-corruption demonstrations hope the deaths will not be in vain as the protesters’ chosen interim prime minister took charge. Among the dead was 30-year-old Santosh Bishwakarma, one of at least 51 people killed in two days of chaos marking the worst unrest since the end of Nepal’s… Continue reading

Myanmar air strike kills 19 students in Rakhine, says armed group

BANGKOK: An ethnic minority armed group in Myanmar reported that a military junta air strike killed at least 19 students at two private high schools in Rakhine state. The Arakan Army (AA) stated the attack occurred in Kyauktaw township just after midnight on Friday, killing students aged between 15 and 21 and wounding 22 others.… Continue reading

KAF urges government to fast-track Felda land law amendments

PORT DICKSON: The government has been urged to expedite the reviewing and amending process of the Land (Group Settlement Areas) Act 1960 (Act 530). Kami Anak Felda Malaysia (KAF) president Datuk Amizar Abu Adam said that the existing law limits housing development on Federal Land Development Authority (Felda) land. He explained that current regulations make… Continue reading

Pakistani Taliban attack kills 12 soldiers in northwest ambush

PESHAWAR: At least twelve soldiers lost their lives during an ambush by the Pakistani Taliban in northwest Pakistan on Saturday. Local government and security officials confirmed the attack occurred in South Waziristan district at approximately 4:00 am. A military convoy was passing through a town when armed militants opened fire from both sides using heavy… Continue reading

No development allowed on Tanjung Bidara coastal reclamation reserve

ALOR GAJAH: The Melaka state government has prohibited any permanent or temporary structural development within the four-kilometre coastal reclamation reserve area stretching from Sungai Ayer Hitam to Kuala Sungai Tuang in Tanjung Bidara. Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh stated that the State Land and Mines Office issued the directive because the soil structure… Continue reading

Penampang designates 21 buildings as flood relief centres for emergencies

PENAMPANG: Twenty-one public and community buildings across the district have been designated as temporary relief centres for evacuating residents during flood emergencies. Minister of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Datuk Ewon Benedick stated that the Sabah Cultural Centre Hall previously served as the only available facility for this purpose. He expressed sympathy for flood-affected residents and… Continue reading

Pearly-Thinaah’s Hong Kong Open title defence ends in semi-finals

NATIONAL women’s doubles pair Pearly Tan and M. Thinaah saw their Hong Kong Open title defence end abruptly in the semi-finals today. The Malaysian duo suffered a comprehensive 14-21, 11-21 defeat against China’s Jia Yi Fan and Zhang Shu Xian at the Hong Kong Coliseum. The match concluded in just 35 minutes as the Chinese… Continue reading

Ahli perniagaan rugi RM570,000 terpedaya pelaburan palsu Facebook

MIRI: Seorang ahli perniagaan dari Miri mengalami kerugian sebanyak RM570,000 selepas terpedaya dengan tawaran pelaburan tidak wujud yang diiklankan melalui akaun Facebook. Ketua Polis Daerah Miri ACP Mohd Farhan Lee Abdullah menyatakan mangsa berusia lewat 50-an telah menghubungi suspek selepas melihat iklan tersebut. “Suspek menawarkan skim pelaburan yang menjanjikan pulangan lumayan dalam tempoh singkat,“ katanya… Continue reading

21 bangunan di Penampang boleh dijadikan pusat pemindahan banjir

PENAMPANG: Sebanyak 21 bangunan awam dan komuniti di daerah ini boleh diwartakan sebagai pusat pemindahan sementara (PPS) untuk membantu penduduk semasa banjir. Ahli Parlimen Penampang Datuk Ewon Benedick menyatakan sebelum ini hanya Dewan Pusat Kebudayaan Sabah dijadikan PPS di sini. Beliau yang juga Menteri Pembangunan Usahawan dan Koperasi berkata bersimpati dengan kesusahan penduduk terjejas banjir… Continue reading

Penang tourism set for boost from Malaysia Day celebration

GEORGE TOWN: The Malaysia Day celebration in Penang is expected to significantly boost the state’s tourism sector with domestic tourists taking advantage of the long holiday and school break alongside international arrivals. State Tourism and Creative Economy Committee chairman Wong Hon Wai said the event could increase hotel occupancy rates particularly in Butterworth which serves… Continue reading

Warna -warni sarung semarakkan Hari Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR: Tren yang biasanya dipenuhi warga kota bergegas ke tempat kerja atau destinasi tertentu, bertukar wajah pagi ini apabila lebih 20,000 peserta Keretapi Sarong 2025 tampil dengan kain sarung pelbagai warna, bersempena dengan sambutan Hari Malaysia pada 16 Sept ini. Kesemua 11 stesen utama di Lembah Klang menyaksikan ketibaan peserta seawal 8 pagi, masing-masing… Continue reading

Pope Leo thanks Lampedusans for welcoming migrants

ROME: Pope Leo XIV sent a message of thanks Friday to people on the Italian Mediterranean island of Lampedusa for the welcome they extend to the migrants regularly arriving there. “There is no justice without compassion, no legitimacy without listening to the pain of others,“ said the pope in a video message sent to an… Continue reading

Malaysian Tigress score eight goals in 30 minutes to crush Taiwan

THE national women’s team produced a scintillating performance to score eight goals in the first 30 minutes to blitz Taiwan 8-0 during their fifth-eighth classification match at the Women’s Hockey Asia Cup in Hangzhou, China, today. The first-half show of power at the Gongshu Canal Sports Park Stadium allowed the Malaysian Tigress, coached by Mohd… Continue reading

KPDN anjur Jualan Rahmah Mega Pahang, tawar diskaun hingga 30%

KUANTAN: Kementerian Perdagangan Dalam Negeri dan Kos Sara Hidup (KPDN) melaksanakan Program Jualan Rahmah MADANI (PJRM) Mega Hari Malaysia Peringkat Negeri Pahang di Tapak Hadapan Pasar Nelayan Pantai Sepat bermula hari ini hingga esok. Timbalan Menteri Datuk Dr Fuziah Salleh berkata program itu menawarkan 142 stok simpanan unit (SKU) termasuk ikan segar dan daging menerusi… Continue reading

Kelantan RTD and MOTAC to launch joint ops on ICP violations

KOTA BHARU: The Kelantan Road Transport Department and Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture will collaborate on detecting foreign vehicles violating International Circulation Permit rules. RTD Kelantan director Mohd Misuari Abdullah confirmed the matter was discussed with MOTAC in July, with operations scheduled for the near future. He stated that owners of private foreign vehicles… Continue reading

Eight resolutions to strengthen religious agencies’ role under review

ISKANDAR PUTERI: The government will review eight key resolutions aimed at strengthening religious agencies’ role in Islamic affairs governance and service delivery. Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na’im Mokhtar stated these resolutions emerged from the recent 3rd Islamic Affairs Management Convention. He revealed one resolution focuses on enhancing governance… Continue reading

Melaka Maulidur Rasul carnival draws over 30,000 visitors

MELAKA: The state-level Maulidur Rasul celebration in Melaka attracted over 30,000 visitors who participated in more than 30 religious programmes during the Karnival Semarak Cinta Rasul. Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh stated that the success of the four-day carnival demonstrates strong public support for strengthening Islamic values and fostering deep love for Prophet… Continue reading

Neymar’s Brazil World Cup spot depends on physical condition says Ancelotti

BRAZIL coach Carlo Ancelotti has stated that Neymar’s physical condition will determine his inclusion in the national team for next year’s World Cup. The 33-year-old forward was omitted from recent qualifiers against Chile and Bolivia due to what Ancelotti described as a minor leg muscle injury. Neymar himself later claimed his exclusion was for technical… Continue reading

Musk’s xAI lays off hundreds of data annotators, Business Insider reports

ELON Musk’s xAI has laid off at least 500 workers from its data annotation team, which helps develop the company’s Grok chatbot, Business Insider reported on Friday. The company notified employees by email on Friday night that it was planning to downsize its team of generalist AI tutors, the report said, citing multiple messages viewed… Continue reading

MOE implements zero-tolerance culture on bullying in schools

TAIPING: The Ministry of Education is implementing a zero-tolerance culture regarding bullying incidents within schools nationwide. Deputy Minister Wong Kah Woh confirmed the ministry has issued specific procedural guidelines through a special circular to address bullying cases appropriately. He emphasised that anti-bullying efforts represent a long-term commitment rather than a one-off initiative. “Cooperation between the… Continue reading

Vibrant sarongs light up 11 railway stations for Malaysia Day event

KUALA LUMPUR: Eleven major train stations in the Klang Valley took on a different look this morning when over 20,000 participants of the Keretapi Sarong 2025 event arrived clad in sarongs of various colours and designs, in conjunction with Malaysia Day on Sept 16. The event, organised by cultural group LOCCO with the support of… Continue reading

Nepal sets March elections after naming interim prime minister

KATHMANDU: Nepal’s President Ramchandra Paudel dissolved parliament and called for fresh elections on March 5, his office said late on Friday, following a week of deadly violence that culminated in the appointment of the country’s first woman Prime Minister in the interim. The announcement came just hours after Paudel appointed former Chief Justice Sushila Karki… Continue reading