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AGC files appeal against Yusoff Rawther’s acquittal

KUALA LUMPUR: The Attorney General’s Chambers (AGC) has filed a notice of appeal against the Kuala Lumpur High Court’s decision to acquit and discharge Muhammed Yusoff Rawther, a former research assistant to a politician, of charges of trafficking cannabis and possessing two imitation firearms. In a statement today, the AGC said the appeal challenges the… Continue reading

Volkswagen celebrates 50 years of Polo with special ‘Edition 50’ model

MARKING five decades of one of its most iconic nameplates, Volkswagen has introduced a special commemorative model—the Polo Edition 50. Designed to celebrate the enduring legacy of the Polo, the new edition arrives with a host of exclusive features and a significantly upgraded standard equipment list. Based on the existing Polo ‘Style’ trim level, the… Continue reading

Malaysia strengthens position as regional filming hub through FIMI

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia continues to cement its status as a leading regional hub for film production, successfully attracting foreign creative investments through the Film in Malaysia Incentive (FIMI), which is creating jobs and upskilling the local workforce. National Film Development Corporation (FINAS) chief executive officer Datuk Azmir Saifuddin Mutalib revealed that among the latest international… Continue reading

India relocates students in Iran as Israel strikes

NEW DELHI: New Delhi said Monday its diplomats were helping some Indian students relocate out of harm’s way in Iran, which has come under days of deadly Israeli bombardment. Tehran has hit back with strikes against Israel since it unleashed waves of attacks against Iran on Friday, sparking global alarm that the conflict could erupt… Continue reading

Tiga saintis muda Malaysia terpilih ke mesyuarat Nobel Laureate Lindau ke-74

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia sekali lagi mencipta nama di pentas sains antarabangsa apabila tiga saintis muda tempatan terpilih menghadiri Mesyuarat Nobel Laureate Lindau ke-74 di Jerman, yang dijadual berlangsung dari 29 Jun hingga 4 Julai ini. Kementerian Sains, Teknologi dan Inovasi (MOSTI) dalam satu kenyataan hari ini memaklumkan bahawa mesyuarat tahun ini yang memfokuskan bidang kimia… Continue reading

Global oil prices surge amid escalating conflict around Strait of Hormuz – Petronas

KUALA LUMPUR: Global oil prices are surging in anticipation of a supply shock due to the escalating conflict around the Strait of Hormuz, according to Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas). At the time of writing, the Brent crude oil price rose 0.97 per cent to US$74.95 per barrel. Petronas president and group chief executive officer Tan… Continue reading

AGC fail rayuan berhubung pembebasan Yusoff Rawther

KUALA LUMPUR: Jabatan Peguam Negara (AGC) memfailkan notis rayuan terhadap keputusan Mahkamah Tinggi Kuala Lumpur yang melepaskan dan membebaskan bekas pembantu penyelidik kepada seorang ahli politik Muhammed Yusoff Rawther, daripada pertuduhan mengedar dadah jenis kanabis dan memiliki dua pucuk pistol tiruan. AGC dalam kenyataan hari ini memaklumkan rayuan itu difailkan terhadap keputusan Mahkamah Tinggi itu… Continue reading

Online Safety Act to be enforced soon, says Azalina

BANGI: Malaysia is set to enforce the Online Safety Act 2024 soon following its full passage through Parliament and Royal Assent. Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform), Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said, said the Act has already been gazetted and is now awaiting the official enforcement date to be signed by… Continue reading

Polis Sarawak rampas dadah, sita harta lebih RM8.5 juta

SIBU: Polis berjaya menumpaskan satu sindiket pengedaran dadah di sekitar bandar ini dengan rampasan dadah pelbagai jenis dan sitaan harta yang keseluruhannya bernilai lebih RM8.5 juta dalam serbuan di tiga lokasi di sini pada 12 dan 13 Jun. Pesuruhjaya Polis Sarawak Datuk Mancha Ata berkata operasi oleh Bahagian Siasatan Jenayah Narkotik Ibu Pejabat Polis Daerah… Continue reading

Carlota Ciganda ends long LPGA title drought

SPANISH stalwart Carlota Ciganda returned to the LPGA winner’s circle after a lapse of more than 8½ years with a gritty victory at the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give in Belmont, Michigan. Having started the final round in a six-way tie for the lead, Ciganda birdied the final two holes at Blythefield Country Club… Continue reading

Gua Musang receives over RM33 million in welfare aid since 2023

GUA MUSANG: The federal government has allocated over RM33 million in aid through the Social Welfare Department (JKM) in Gua Musang since 2023. Galas assemblyman Mohd Syahbuddin Hashim said the allocation has benefited 2,390 eligible recipients through five welfare schemes, including assistance for persons with disabilities, children, senior citizens, and carers of bedridden disabled and… Continue reading

Akta Keselamatan Dalam Talian bakal dikuatkuasakan tidak lama lagi – Azalina

BANGI: Malaysia bakal menguatkuasakan Akta Keselamatan Dalam Talian 2024 dalam masa terdekat selepas ia diluluskan sepenuhnya di Parlimen dan mendapat perkenan Yang di-Pertuan Agong. Menteri di Jabatan Perdana Menteri (Undang-Undang dan Reformasi Institusi) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said berkata akta berkenaan telah diwartakan dan kini hanya menunggu tarikh penguatkuasaan rasmi yang akan ditandatangani oleh Menteri… Continue reading

Israeli rescuers say latest Iran strikes kill five, wound 92

JERUSALEM: Israel’s Magen David Adom emergency service said five people were killed and 92 wounded Monday in Iran’s latest missile strikes on the country, raising a previous toll of four deaths. The casualties were from strikes on four sites in central Israel, the MDA said in a statement, adding those killed included “two women and… Continue reading

SRG.OG turn focus to MSC title defence

KUALA LUMPUR: Fresh from clinching a hat-trick of titles at Season 15 Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Malaysia Professional League (MPLMY) yesterday, Selangor Red Giants (SRG.OG) are now shifting focus to the Mid Season Cup (MSC) to be held in conjunction with the 2025 Esports World Cup (EWC) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in July. Selangor Red… Continue reading

Iran hits Tel Aviv after overnight Israeli strikes on Tehran

JERUSALEM: Iran unleashed a barrage of missile strikes on Israeli cities early Monday, after Israel struck military targets deep inside Iran, with both sides threatening further devastation. AFP images showed gutted residential buildings in Tel Aviv and fires smouldering outside the coastal city of Haifa, after Israel’s army warned people to take cover from incoming… Continue reading

Palmeiras held by Porto as substitute keeper Ramos shines in Club World Cup draw

PALMEIRAS and Porto played out a 0-0 draw in their Group A opener of the Club World Cup at the MetLife Stadium on Sunday, with Porto’s stand-in goalkeeper Claudio Ramos delivering a stellar performance to frustrate the Brazilian side. Ramos, deputising for injured captain Diego Costa, produced a string of saves to deny Palmeiras, who… Continue reading

Selat Hormuz satu kebimbangan namun industri minyak kekal stabil- PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR: Konflik Israel-Iran tidak semestinya memberikan kesan buruk ke atas industri minyak atau mekanisme harga, kata Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Beliau berkata demikian selepas mengadakan perbincangan dengan Setiausaha Agung Pertubuhan Negara-Negara Pengeksport Petroleum (OPEC) Haitham Al Ghais serta peserta utama industri minyak di luar persidangan Energy Asia 2025 yang berlangsung di sini… Continue reading

No doubt Delap will be England number nine: Chelsea’s Maresca

CHELSEA coach Enzo Maresca said Sunday he is confident new signing Liam Delap will become England’s number nine after Harry Kane. Bayern Munich striker Kane, 31, has led the line for England for most of the last decade, but Delap is showing great potential, which led Chelsea to snap him up for £30 million ($41… Continue reading

Bantuan kebajikan lebih RM33 juta diperuntukkan dalam kawasan parlimen Gua Musang sejak 2023

GUA MUSANG: Kerajaan Persekutuan memperuntukkan lebih RM33 juta bantuan melalui Jabatan Kebajikan Masyarakat Gua Musang sejak 2023, yang membabitkan penyaluran bantuan kepada 2,390 penerima di kawasan parlimen sini. Ahli Dewan Undangan Negeri (ADUN) Galas Mohd Syahbuddin Hashim berkata bantuan disampaikan kepada penerima yang menepati syarat ditetapkan, menerusi lima skim iaitu Elaun Pekerja Orang Kurang Upaya… Continue reading

UPSI VC urges full support to keep injured students on track this semester

IPOH: Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) vice-chancellor Prof Datuk Dr Md Amin Md Taff urged the university community to ensure that students injured in the recent accident along the East-West Highway near Tasik Banding, Gerik, do not fall behind or defer their studies this semester. He called for students still undergoing treatment, either in hospital… Continue reading

Selangor Aero Park set for launch at Paris Air Show 2025

SHAH ALAM: Selangor is set to mark a major milestone in its aerospace industry with the launch of the Selangor Aero Park (SAP) at the 2025 International Paris Air Show, which begins today. Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari chaired the final preparatory meeting ahead of the event, which will also feature the exchange of… Continue reading

Kediaman keluarga Nurly Shahirah terus dikunjungi walau seminggu tragedi berlalu

JERTIH: Kediaman keluarga pelajar Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) Allahyarham Nurly Shahirah Azman yang juga seorang hafizah al-Quran di sini tidak putus-putus dikunjungi orang ramai walaupun hari ini telah genap seminggu kemalangan ngeri yang meragut 15 nyawa di Jalan Raya Timur-Barat (JRTB) dekat Gerik, Perak. Abang Allahyarham, Mohd Najmuddin, 28, berkata rumah mereka setiap hari… Continue reading

G7 confronts Israel-Iran crisis as Trump dominates summit

KANANASKIS: Group of Seven leaders including US President Donald Trump prepared to hold talks Monday in the Canadian Rockies, tackling issues including whether they can find common ground on an escalating conflict between Iran and Israel. The three-day gathering in the mountain town of Kananaskis marks the return to the international diplomatic calendar for Trump,… Continue reading

Relatives wait for remains after Air India crash

AHMEDABAD: Indian health officials have begun handing relatives the bodies of their loved ones after one of the world’s worst plane crashes in decades, but most families were still waiting Monday for results of DNA testing. While mourners have held funerals for some of the 279 people killed when the Air India jet crashed in… Continue reading

National Legal Academy (APN) launched to drive legal reform

BANGI: The National Legal Academy (APN) was officially launched today by the Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform), Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said — a landmark development in Malaysia’s ongoing legal reform initiatives. Previously known as ILKAP, the Academy has been renamed and restructured to support institutional reform and promote legal… Continue reading

MACC arrests five, seizes RM3 million in NGO embezzlement case

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has arrested five individuals suspected of embezzling RM26 million in public donations from a non-governmental organisation (NGO). Sources said the five suspects include the NGO’s chairman, secretary, treasurer and financial officer. They were detained in “Ops Serantau”, an operation conducted by the Selangor MACC across several locations in… Continue reading

Second black box recovered from India crash site: official

AHMEDABAD: Investigators in India on Sunday recovered the second black box from the London-bound Air India Boeing 787 that crashed in the city of Ahmedabad, killing at least 279 people, authorities announced. The cockpit voice recorder has been found, PK Mishra, a senior aide to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, said in a statement. The flight… Continue reading

Not the time to mess with EU-US trade, EU’s Costa says

KANANASKIS: Europe and the United States should focus on how the bloc takes more responsibility for its defence rather than creating economic uncertainty through trade tensions, European Union President Antonio Costa said on Sunday. Speaking to reporters with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen ahead of a gathering of G7 leaders in the Canadian… Continue reading

New MA President vows to end Malaysia’s almost 50-year Olympic semi-finals drought

THE newly appointed president of Malaysia Athletics (MA), Datuk Karim Ibrahim, has pledged to end the country’s almost 50-year drought for a field and track athlete to reach the Olympic semi-finals. Karim said that several initiatives are already in the pipeline, with a focus on strengthening grassroots development and reviving the national talent identification programme… Continue reading

Oil prices volatile as Israel-Iran conflict ramps up

NEW DELHI: Oil prices were volatile on Monday, after surging 7% on Friday, as renewed strikes by Israel and Iran over the weekend increased concerns that the battle could widen across the region and significantly disrupt oil exports from the Middle East. Brent crude futures rose 64 cents, or 0.86%, to $74.87 a barrel by… Continue reading

Sri Lanka has ‘no room for policy errors’ in economic reforms, IMF says

WASHINGTON: Sri Lanka has made substantial progress on an IMF-supported economic reform program, but more work is needed to reduce the Asian country’s 24.5% poverty rate, tackle corruption and reduce domestic debt, the global lender’s No. 2 official said Monday. In remarks prepared for a conference in Colombo, Gita Gopinath, first deputy managing director of… Continue reading

ASEAN-SOME: Malaysia tegaskan komitmen teguh terhadap kerjasama tenaga serantau

KUCHING: Malaysia sekali lagi menegaskan komitmen teguh untuk memperkukuh kerjasama tenaga serantau dengan memberi penekanan terhadap aspek keterangkuman dan kemampanan, selaku Pengerusi Mesyuarat Pegawai Kanan ASEAN Mengenai Tenaga (ASEAN-SOME) ke-43 yang berlangsung di sini hari ini. Ketua Setiausaha Kementerian Peralihan Tenaga dan Transformasi Air (PETRA) Datuk Mad Zaidi Mohd Karli berkata tema yang dipilih Malaysia… Continue reading

Global interconnectedness under strain amid rising geopolitical tensions – PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR: Global interconnectedness is under strain due to rising uncertainties, eroding the predictability, reliability and stability of existing global trade and economic systems, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Speaking at the Energy Asia 2025 today, he said geopolitical tensions, retaliatory tariffs and disrupted supply chains have shaken the foundations of these systems,… Continue reading

Separuh akhir Olimpik jadi misi utama presiden baharu Olahraga Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR: Presiden baharu Olahraga Malaysia (MA) Datuk Karim Ibrahim bertekad untuk menamatkan penantian hampir 50 tahun bagi melihat atlet olahraga negara mara ke peringkat separuh akhir temasya Olimpik. Beliau berkata beberapa inisiatif sedang mula dirancang bagi memastikan misi itu dapat direalisasikan, termasuk menguatkan lagi pembanggunan utama akar umbi selain memperkenalkan semula program pembanggunan bakat… Continue reading

Batik Air renews IOSA certification; Reaffirms dedication to safety, operational excellence

KUALA LUMPUR: Batik Air has successfully renewed its International Air Transport Association (IATA) Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) certification, which is valid until June 3, 2027. In a statement today, the airline said the IOSA certification sets global benchmarks for aviation safety and operational efficiency by assessing an airline’s systems and procedures against a comprehensive set… Continue reading

Polis Iran tahan dua ejen Mossad bersama bahan letupan di Tehran

TEHRAN: Polis Iran menahan dua ejen Mossad dalam dua operasi berasingan yang turut membawa kepada rampasan sejumlah besar bahan letupan, lapor Agensi Berita Republik Islam (IRNA). Jurucakap Markas Pemerintahan Polis Iran Sa’eed Montazer al-Mahdi berkata pada Ahad bahawa kedua-dua ejen berkenaan telah dikenal pasti dan ditahan di Fashafuyeh di Daerah Ray, wilayah Tehran. Menurut beliau,… Continue reading

SPRM tahan lima disyaki seleweng dana NGO sumbangan awam bernilai RM26 juta

KUALA LUMPUR: Suruhanjaya Pencegahan Rasuah Malaysia (SPRM) menahan lima individu disyaki menyeleweng dana sebuah pertubuhan bukan kerajaan (NGO) hasil sumbangan orang ramai bernilai RM26 juta. Menurut sumber lima individu termasuk pengerusi, setiausaha, bendahari dan pegawai kewangan pertubuhan itu ditahan menerusi Op Serantau yang dijalankan SPRM Selangor di beberapa lokasi sekitar Selangor, Melaka dan Pulau Pinang… Continue reading

Mother rejoices as autistic son completes Al-Quran recitation

BIDOR: Raising three autistic children is an immense challenge for any parent or caregiver. At 53, Suzana Ilias has to care for Muhammad Khir Khairul Nizam, 29; Nur Fatimah, 28; and Nurul Asyikin, 25, single-handedly, following the demise of her husband at the end of last year. Her children are diagnosed with Level 2 autism… Continue reading

Kesalinghubungan global berdepan tekanan susulan ketegangan geopolitik meningkat – PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR: Kesalinghubungan global berdepan tekanan berikutan ketidaktentuan yang meningkat, menjejaskan kebolehjangkaan, kebolehpercayaan serta kestabilan sistem perdagangan dan ekonomi global sedia ada, kata Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Berucap pada Energy Asia 2025 hari ini, beliau berkata ketegangan geopolitik, tarif balas dan gangguan terhadap rantaian bekalan telah menggugat asas sistem ini, dengan kelemahan paling… Continue reading

Australia’s Albanese says he will press AUKUS, Indo Pacific security in Trump meeting

SYDNEY: Increasing the number of nuclear powered submarines operated by Australia, Britain and the United States will make the Indo Pacific more secure and was in the United States’ interests, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Monday. Albanese will meet U.S. President Donald Trump for the first time on Tuesday in Calgary on the… Continue reading

ASEAN energy meeting convenes in Kuching today

KUCHING: The 43rd ASEAN Senior Officials Meeting on Energy and its associated meetings have commenced here today and will run until June 18, with about 250 delegates, including senior energy officials and representatives from the ASEAN Secretariat and ASEAN Centre for Energy. Hosted by the Energy Transformation and Water Transformation Ministry in conjunction with Malaysia’s… Continue reading

Spaun creates his magic moment to win first major at US Open

J.J. Spaun achieved his dream of winning his first major golf title by capturing the US Open. Doing it with a 65-foot birdie putt on the last hole was pure magic. Spaun birdied four of the last seven holes to win at Oakmont on Sunday, firing a two-over 72 to defeat Scotland’s Robert MacIntyre by… Continue reading

Iranian missiles hit Israel’s Tel Aviv, Haifa

TEL AVIV: Iranian missiles struck Israel’s Tel Aviv and the port city of Haifa on Monday, destroying homes and fuelling concerns among world leaders at this week’s G7 meeting that the battle between the two old enemies could lead to a broader regional conflict. Israeli media reported that three people were killed in the country’s… Continue reading

EU chief says told Netanyahu diplomacy ‘best’ on Iran

KANANASKI: European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen said she told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday that diplomacy was ultimately best on Iran, but stopped short of calling for an immediate ceasefire. Von der Leyen said that she agreed with Netanyahu in a telephone call that “Iran should not have a nuclear weapon,… Continue reading

‘Thin’ chance against Chelsea but nothing to lose: LAFC’s Lloris

FORMER Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper Hugo Lloris ranked Los Angeles FC’s chances of beating Chelsea in their Club World Cup opener on Monday as “thin” but said his team have nothing to lose. The MLS side are underdogs against the Premier League giants, who secured their return to the Champions League this season and won the… Continue reading

Oil prices rise further as Israel-Iran extends into fourth day

HONG KONG: Oil prices extended gains Monday as Israel and Iran pounded each other with missiles for a fourth day and threatened further attacks, stoking fears of a lengthy conflict that could reignite inflation. Gold prices also rose back towards a record high thanks to a rush into safe havens, but while most equity markets… Continue reading

Suspect in custody after shooting Minnesota lawmakers while posing as officer, ABC News says

MINNEAPOLIS: Police arrested a man on Sunday who allegedly shot dead a Democratic state lawmaker and her husband while posing as a police officer, according to ABC News, citing several sources. ABC News said the man was arrested near his farm near Green Isle, Minnesota, but Minnesota Department of Public Safety did not immediately respond… Continue reading

USA end losing streak with crushing of hapless Trinidad

THE United States ended their four-match losing run with a resounding 5-0 win over Trinidad and Tobago in their opening game of the CONCACAF Gold Cup on Sunday in San Jose. Mauricio Pochettino and his team, which is missing several Europe-based regulars, had faced plenty of criticism after recent friendly defeats to Turkey and Switzerland.… Continue reading

Ciganda ends LPGA title drought with Meijer Classic win

SPAIN’s Carlota Ciganda ended her eight-and-a-half year title drought with a one-shot victory at the Meijer LPGA Classic in Michigan on Sunday. The veteran Spaniard, who had been part of a six-way tie for the lead after Saturday’s third round, closed with a five-under-par 67 to clinch her first win since winning in Mexico in… Continue reading

G7 needs to raise pressure on Russia, Ursula von der Leyen says

KANANASKIS: More pressure must be exerted on Russia to secure a ceasefire in Ukraine, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Sunday, and urged the G7 nations to ramp up sanctions to achieve that goal. Leaders of the world’s largest industrial nations are meeting in Canada’s Rockies with European countries seeking to keep… Continue reading