MULTIPLE explosions at a U.S. Steel plant near Pittsburgh killed at least one person and injured 10 others, authorities said on Monday, and emergency crews were searching through the rubble for an employee believed to be missing. The blasts at the Clairton Coke Works – part of a sprawling industrial complex along the Monongahela River…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Measures to prevent bullying in public and private institutions of higher learning and the Government’s decision regarding the status of the establishment of Ombudsman Malaysia are among the matters that will be brought up at today’s Dewan Rakyat sitting. According to the Order Papers published on the Parliament’s official website, Afnan Hamimi Taib…
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WASHINGTON/KYIV/BRUSSELS: U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday that Kyiv and Moscow will both have to cede land to end the war in Ukraine and talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin this week will instantly show whether the Kremlin leader is willing to make a deal. European leaders and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy plan to…
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ISTANBUL: Firefighters in Turkey are battling wildfires in the centre of the northwestern province of Canakkale, fanned by strong winds, and hundreds of residents have evacuated in precaution, local authorities and media said on Monday. Airplanes, helicopters, vehicles and around 700 personnel are fighting the blazes, city Governor Omer Toraman said in a post on…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad has stated that any study on recruiting nurses from Indonesia must prioritise public interest, staff welfare, and healthcare efficiency. He confirmed the ministry’s full cooperation with the Public Service Department (JPA) for the study proposed by the Public Service Commission (SPA). The study follows a suggestion…
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KEPALA BATAS: The Penang Deputy Public Prosecutor (DPP) is currently reviewing the investigation paper related to the upside down Jalur Gemilang incident at a hardware shop in Jalan Bertam Perdana. Seberang Perai Utara district police chief ACP Anuar Abd Rahman confirmed the investigation paper was submitted to the DPP’s office at 2.30 pm today. He…
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SEREMBAN: The widespread adoption of QR Pay across Negeri Sembilan’s business premises has highlighted the need for robust internet coverage ahead of Visit Negeri Sembilan Year (VNSY) 2026. State Heritage, Technology, Innovation and Digital Committee chairman Datuk Mohd Faizal Ramli noted that most foreign tourists prefer online payments, even at local eateries. He emphasised the…
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JOHOR BAHRU: Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) has reaffirmed its commitment to fully assist in the investigation into the death of Reserve Officer Training Unit (PALAPES) cadet Syamsul Haris. The university’s corporate communications centre released a statement confirming its cooperation with the victim’s family and authorities to ensure a fair and transparent probe. UTM’s senior management…
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WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump extended a tariff truce with China by another 90 days on Monday, a White House official said, staving off triple-digit duties on Chinese goods as U.S. retailers prepared for the critical end-of-year holiday season. Trump signed an executive order delaying the start of higher tariffs until mid-November shortly after giving…
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KYIV: President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said Russia was preparing its troops for new offensives instead of getting ready to stop the war in Ukraine, after he spoke to the leaders of India and Saudi Arabia on Monday as part of efforts to mobilise support for Kyiv beyond Europe. Zelenskiy won diplomatic backing from Europe and the…
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U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday suggested he might allow Nvidia to sell a scaled-down version of its next-generation advanced GPU chip in China, despite deep-seated fears in Washington that China could harness American artificial intelligence capabilities to supercharge its military. Trump also confirmed and defended an agreement calling for U.S. AI chip giant Nvidia,…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s crude palm oil (CPO) exports remain vital to sustaining the country’s competitive edge in global markets, particularly against Indonesia. The Ministry of Plantation and Commodities (KPK) emphasised that maintaining exports to key markets like India, Kenya, and the Netherlands is strategically important. “Exports to these markets not only contribute to national revenue…
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KUALA LUMPUR: The Inland Revenue Board (IRB) has launched a 10-day enforcement operation called Ops Titan to tackle tax non-compliance. The operation targets aggressive tax planning strategies used by certain groups to evade taxes through related company transactions. IRB stated that such manipulative practices threaten the fairness of the taxation system and require immediate action.…
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PASIR MAS: The remains of four family members who died in a crash involving a car and a trailer lorry in Gua Musang were buried together at the Kubang Bemban Muslim Cemetery. The burial took place late at night after post-mortem examinations were completed at Gua Musang Hospital. The victims included Muhammad Faiz Nor Amran,…
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KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Bumiputera Contractors Association (PKBM) has launched the PKBM BIM Satellite Centre to address digital technology challenges in the construction sector. Located in Section 13, Shah Alam, the training centre aims to equip contractors with skills in Building Information Modelling (BIM) and other advanced technologies. PKBM president Datuk Dr Azman Yusoff highlighted…
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KUALA LUMPUR: The 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) will focus on modern construction technologies like the Industrialised Building System (IBS) and Building Information Modelling (BIM) to improve efficiency and quality. Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan highlighted that these methods will speed up project completion while cutting material waste and costs. The plan also…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Sabah has secured greater involvement in the oil and gas industry through state-owned firms like SMJ Energy Sdn Bhd under the Commercial Collaboration Agreement (CCA). Minister Datuk Azalina Othman Said confirmed the strengthened partnership between Petronas and the Sabah government following the CCA signing on Dec 7, 2021. As of Q1 2025, 326…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Lembah Pantai MP Datuk Fahmi Fadzil is coordinating efforts to provide temporary housing for victims of the recent fire at the Kuala Lumpur City Hall-owned People’s Housing Project. The Communications Minister confirmed discussions with Federal Territories Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa and Kuala Lumpur mayor Datuk Seri Dr Maimunah Mohd Sharif last…
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KUCHING: Bintulu Port Holdings Berhad (BPHB) has signed three Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with international firms to accelerate Sarawak’s clean energy transition. The agreements were formalised during the launch of the Sarawak Energy Transition Policy (SET-P), witnessed by Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. BPHB board member Datuk Seri Fong Joo Chung represented…
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KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) has rolled out new guidelines to facilitate seamless transitions between Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) and non-TVET academic programmes. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi highlighted the initiative’s goal to remove structural barriers for TVET graduates seeking advanced degrees. He said, “I would…
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KUALA LUMPUR: The second edition of the Malaysian Qualifications Framework (MQF 2.0) will be implemented on August 1, 2026. Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir stated that MQF 2.0 integrates academic and vocational qualifications under one system. He highlighted that the framework prioritises learning outcomes, a transparent credit system, and sustainability values.…
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BRUSSELS: European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said on Monday that the EU will work on a 19th package of sanctions against Russia and warned against concessions to Moscow. “As far as Russia has not agreed to full and unconditional ceasefire, we should not even discuss any concessions,“ Kallas said in a statement. “The…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi expressed deep sorrow over the deaths of five Al Jazeera journalists in Gaza. The journalists, Anas al-Sharif, Mohammed Qreiqeh, Ibrahim Zaher, Moamen Aliwa, and Mohammed Noufal, were killed in an Israeli military strike. Ahmad Zahid stated they died while performing their duty to reveal…
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WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday said gold would not be subject to tariffs, but gave no other details. “Gold will not be Tariffed!” Trump said in a statement posted on his social media account and attributed to the president. – Reuters
WASHINGTON: The United States is designating the Pakistani separatist Baloch Liberation Army as a foreign terrorist organization, the U.S. Department of State said on Monday. The BLA is the strongest of a number of insurgent groups long operating in the area bordering Afghanistan and Iran, a mineral-rich region that is home to Beijing’s investment in…
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PETALING JAYA: From kampung orchards to the world stage, Malaysia’s durian is gearing up for its biggest performance yet and the Durian Manufacturers Association (DMA) wants to make sure the king of fruits wears the crown everywhere. The association has renewed its pledge to put Malaysian durians on the global map, showcasing their diversity while…
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KOTA KINABALU: Yang Dipertua Negeri Sabah Tun Musa Aman mengarahkan pihak berkuasa yang berkaitan untuk menjalankan siasatan menyeluruh dan telus, berhubung kematian pelajar Zara Qairina Mahathir. Istana Seri Kinabalu dalam kenyataan hari ini memaklumkan, siasatan itu mestilah dilaksanakan dengan penuh ketelitian, tanpa rasa takut atau pilih kasih, berlandaskan kepada kebenaran dan keadilan. “Bedah siasat telah…
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SEREMBAN: Pengunaan pembayaran kod respon pantas (QR Pay) secara meluas di semua premis perniagaan seluruh negeri ini menjadi antara faktor utama keperluan capaian Internet perlu berada pada tahap terbaik menjelang Tahun Melawat Negeri Sembilan (TMNS) 2026. Pengerusi Jawatankuasa Bertindak Warisan, Teknologi, Inovasi dan Digital negeri Datuk Mohd Faizal Ramli berkata pihaknya mendapati kebanyakan pelancong luar…
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PUTRAJAYA: Jabatan Pengangkutan Jalan (JPJ) akan menawarkan Nombor Pendaftaran Istimewa (NPI) siri “SIS” untuk bidaan awam bermula 15 hingga 19 Ogos ini, sempena sambutan Jubli Perak 25 tahun pemerintahan Sultan Selangor Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah Alhaj pada 2026. JPJ dalam kenyataan hari ini memaklumkan siri “SIS” merupakan singkatan kepada Sultan Idris Shah menandakan penghormatan kepada…
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KOTA KINABALU: Yang Dipertua Negeri of Sabah Tun Musa Aman has directed the relevant authorities to conduct a thorough and transparent investigation into the death of 13-year-old student Zara Qairina Mahathir. Istana Seri Kinabalu stressed that the investigation must be conducted with impartiality, free from fear or favour, and be grounded in truth and justice.…
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SEPANG: Ketua Penasihat Kerajaan Bangladesh Dr Muhammad Yunus tiba di Malaysia hari ini untuk memulakan lawatan rasmi selama tiga hari atas jemputan Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Pesawat komersial yang membawa Yunus dan delegasinya mendarat di Lapangan Terbang Antarabangsa Kuala Lumpur (KLIA) Terminal 1 pada 7.47 malam dan ketibaan mereka disambut Menteri Dalam Negeri…
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GUA MUSANG: Seorang ibu pengsan empat kali selepas menerima berita dua anak dan dua cucunya maut dalam kemalangan ngeri membabitkan sebuah kereta dan lori treler di Jalan Utama, Felda Chiku 1, di sini hari ini. Shahima Hamid, 54, jatuh pengsan tiga kali di rumah dan sekali lagi di hospital selepas selesai proses pengecaman mayat anaknya,…
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PUTRAJAYA: Mahkamah Rayuan hari ini menangguhkan keputusan rayuan guru tadika M. Indira Gandhi dalam saman beliau terhadap Ketua Polis Negara (KPN) dan tiga yang lain kerana gagal mengesan bekas suaminya yang melarikan anak perempuan bongsunya selepas memeluk Islam. Panel tiga hakim diketuai Hakim Datuk Mohamed Zaini Mazlan menetapkan 25 Ogos ini untuk pengurusan kes, memandangkan…
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BOGOTÁ: Colombian presidential candidate Miguel Uribe has died two months after being shot at a campaign rally. The 39-year-old conservative senator was attacked on June 7 in Bogotá, suffering gunshot wounds to the head and leg. His family confirmed his death on Monday, reigniting fears of political violence in Colombia. Uribe was the grandson of…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Kerajaan dicadang memberikan insentif pelepasan cukai kepada pengguna pengangkutan awam bagi menggalakkan orang ramai termasuk golongan M40 dan T20 menggunakan kemudahan itu. Syahredzan Johan (PH-Bangi) berkata langkah itu dapat menyokong usaha kerajaan dalam mencapai sasaran 40 peratus pengguna pengangkutan awam menjelang 2030. “Ketika ini, penggunaan pengangkutan awam kita masih rendah, sekitar 20 peratus…
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SEPANG: Polis telah merakam keterangan lima lagi individu menjadikan keseluruhan 95 individu, berhubung kes program motivasi rumah tangga eHATI, setakat ini. Ketua Polis Selangor Datuk Shazeli Kahar berkata mereka terdiri daripada pekerja program motivasi tersebut, petugas pusat konvensyen tempat acara itu diadakan dan peserta program. “Mereka hanya dipanggil untuk dirakam keterangan,“ katanya pada sidang media…
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SHAH ALAM: The special ‘SIS’ vehicle registration series, honouring Selangor ruler Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, will be auctioned from Aug 15 to Aug 19. The Selangor Royal Office announced the auction via Facebook, linking it to the Sultan’s 80th birthday in December and his Silver Jubilee in 2026. The Road Transport Department (JPJ) will manage…
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TUMPAT: Polis Kelantan telah merakam keterangan seorang doktor berusia lingkungan 60-an berhubung kes penahanan isteri dan dua anak lelakinya. Suspek disyaki terbabit dengan pengedaran dadah dan pemilikan senjata api di sebuah banglo di Ketereh baru-baru ini. Ketua Polis Kelantan Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mamat berkata pihak polis berpuas hati dengan siasatan yang dijalankan setakat ini. “Semasa…
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SEPANG: The Chief Adviser of the Government of Bangladesh, Dr Muhammad Yunus, arrived in Malaysia today for a three-day official visit. He was invited by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim to discuss key bilateral matters. The commercial flight carrying Yunus and his delegation landed at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) Terminal 1 at 7.47…
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KUALA TERENGGANU: Bekas bendahari Kesatuan Pekerja-Pekerja Pihak Berkuasa Tempatan Semenanjung Malaysia (Anulae) cawangan Terengganu didenda RM10,000 oleh Mahkamah Sesyen di sini hari ini selepas mengaku bersalah terhadap dua pertuduhan menggunakan dokumen palsu, lima tahun lepas. Jafri Wahab, 59, membuat pengakuan tersebut selepas kedua-dua pertuduhan pilihan tersebut dibacakan ke atasnya di hadapan Hakim Mohd Azhar Othman.…
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KUALA LUMPUR: The government has been urged to introduce tax relief for public transport users to encourage wider adoption among Malaysians, including middle and high-income groups. Syahredzan Johan (PH-Bangi) said this move would help achieve the national target of 40% public transport usage by 2030, up from the current 20%. “Tax relief will motivate more…
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PUTRAJAYA: Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu emphasised the importance of innovation and artificial intelligence (AI) in strengthening food systems. He shared these insights during a roundtable session at the 10th Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Food Security Ministerial Meeting (FSMM) in Incheon, South Korea. The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security…
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BUKIT AMAN: A special nine-member task force from the Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department has been deployed to Sabah to take over the investigation into Zara Qairina Mahathir’s case. The Royal Malaysia Police stated that the move reflects their commitment to a transparent, professional, and thorough investigation. “PDRM views every loss of life seriously,” said…
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RAUB: The Pahang government is advancing its vision to become a national food hub through AGK Dairy Fresh Sdn Bhd, which now manages over 300 wagyu cattle. Pahang Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail confirmed the state holds the highest number of wagyu cattle in Malaysia. “There are currently 300 heads of Wagyu…
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PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia is committed to building an innovation-driven digital future that is inclusive and sustainable, said Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo. He emphasised that Expo 2025 Osaka serves as a strategic platform to strengthen ties between Malaysia and Japan in shaping a collective digital economy. Gobind made these remarks during the launch of Digital Ministry…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi stated that land and settlement concerns affecting the Orang Asli community were central topics at the Special Meeting of the Orang Asli Consultative Council (MaPOA). Ahmad Zahid, who also serves as Minister of Rural and Regional Development, emphasised that the meeting was pivotal in…
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GUA MUSANG: A mother suffered unimaginable grief after losing four family members in a fatal road accident this morning. Shahima Hamid, 54, collapsed three times at home and once more at the hospital upon identifying the bodies of her loved ones. Her son Muhammad Faiz Nor Amran, 32, and daughter Nor Aina Imra, 21, perished…
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KUCHING: Sarawak will establish a State Energy Council by 2026 to streamline energy policies across public and private sectors, Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg announced. The council will coordinate strategies among energy players to support the state’s development goals after consultations with stakeholders. “This is part of our broader effort under the Sarawak…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Sepasukan petugas Jabatan Siasatan Jenayah (JSJ) Bukit Aman, yang terdiri daripada sembilan pegawai dan anggota telah dihantar ke Sabah untuk mengambil alih siasatan kes kematian pelajar Zara Qairina Mahathir. Pejabat Urus Setia Ketua Polis Negara (Komunikasi Korporat) dalam satu kenyataan memaklumkan bahawa penghantaran pasukan itu adalah sebahagian daripada komitmen Polis Diraja Malaysia (PDRM)…
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KOTA BHARU: A team from the General Operations Force (GOF) 8th Battalion seized 70 sacks of ball firecrackers worth approximately RM89,000 during Op Taring Wawasan Kelantan. The operation took place at an illegal crossing near Rantau Panjang, Pasir Mas. Datuk Nik Ros Azhan Nik Ab Hamid, GOF Southeast Brigade commander, confirmed the seizure occurred at…
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