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Vietnam scraps two-child limit as birth rate declines

HANOI: Vietnam’s communist government has scrapped its long-standing policy of limiting families to two children, state media said Wednesday, as the country battles to reverse a declining birth rate. The country banned couples from having more than two children in 1988, but a family’s size is now a decision for each individual couple, Vietnam News… Continue reading

Peru government under fire for halving reserve around Nazca lines

LIMA: Peru’s government on Tuesday defended its decision to nearly halve the size of the protected area where the fabled Nazca lines were discovered, arguing that it would help put a stop to illegal mining in the area. The series of massive etchings on the floor of the Nazca desert, which depict animals, plants, imaginary… Continue reading

Malaysia to fully enforce VEP system for Singapore vehicles from July 1 with RM300 fines: Loke

PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia will fully enforce the Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) system for foreign-registered vehicles entering from Singapore via the land border starting Jul 1, Transport Minister Anthony Loke said today. He said non-compliance would result in a compoundable fine of RM300 and could lead to denial of entry. “From July 1 onwards, enforcement will be… Continue reading

Taobao Malaysia launches Bahasa Melayu interface as Grand 618 Sale kicks off with up to 50% discounts

TAOBAO Malaysia has rolled out its most significant platform update yet, launching a comprehensive Bahasa Malaysia interface while simultaneously kicking off its highly anticipated 618 Mid-Year Sale with substantial discounts and exclusive perks for Malaysian shoppers. The popular e-commerce platform announced yesterday that users can now navigate the app in three languages – Bahasa Melayu,… Continue reading

Penguatkuasaan vep di sempadan darat Malaysia-Singapura bermula 1 Julai – Loke

PUTRAJAYA: Penguatkuasaan Permit Kemasukan Kenderaan (VEP) di sempadan darat Malaysia-Singapura akan dilaksanakan sepenuhnya bermula 1 Julai ini. Menteri Pengangkutan Anthony Loke berkata penguatkuasaan itu selaras dengan Seksyen 66H (7), Akta Pengangkutan Jalan 1987 iaitu adalah menjadi kesalahan jika mana-mana orang yang memandu kenderaan motor asing tanpa permit sebelum memasuki atau berada dalam Malaysia. Beliau berkata… Continue reading

Guinea Bissau President Embalo given official welcome in Putrajaya

PUTRAJAYA: President of Guinea-Bissau, Umaro Sissoco Embalo, who is on a three-day official visit to Malaysia, was accorded an official welcoming ceremony at the Perdana Putra Complex here today. Embalo, who arrived yesterday, is making his first visit to Malaysia since assuming office in February 2020. Upon his arrival at 9 am, he was warmly… Continue reading

RM23.4 million from KPKM to fuel 20 high-impact projects in Johor

JOHOR BAHRU: A total of 20 high-impact programmes and projects supporting Johor’s Food Security Agenda will be carried out this year with an allocation of RM23.4 million. State Agriculture, Agro-based Industry and Rural Development Committee chairman Datuk Zahari Sarip said the funds were channelled by the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (KPKM) under the… Continue reading

12-year-old who allegedly sodomised schoolmate cannot be charged under current Malaysian law: Kelantan police chief

PETALING JAYA: A 12-year-old boy who allegedly sexually assaulted his nine-year-old schoolmate cannot be prosecuted under Malaysia’s current legal framework, highlighting a significant gap in the country’s child protection laws. Kelantan police chief Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mamat confirmed that while the 12-year-old suspect has been arrested and investigated for the alleged sodomy incident, he cannot… Continue reading

Warisan Mah Meri pukau penonton Ekspo 2025 Osaka

KUALA LUMPUR: Masyarakat Orang Asli dari suku Mah Meri telah memukau penonton antarabangsa menerusi persembahan tarian Mayin Jo’oh di Ekspo 2025 Osaka, Jepun. Pengarah Perkampungan Budaya Mah Meri Rashid Esa berkata tarian Mayin Jo’oh yang dipimpin oleh Adi Guru Diaman Kisah merupakan tarian bagi menjemput roh nenek moyang untuk datang menyertai keraian, dan memberikan gambaran… Continue reading

Two enforcement personnel remanded in graft probe

MELAKA: Two enforcement personnel have been remanded for six days, starting today, to assist in the investigation into allegations of soliciting and accepting a bribe of RM20,000 in exchange for not prosecuting or arresting an individual for an offence related to drugs last month. Magistrate Uthman Abd Ghani granted a six-day remand for the two… Continue reading

PM Anwar congratulates President Lee on South Korea election victory

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has extended his warmest congratulations to Lee Jae-myung on his election as the President of South Korea. He said that this marks a turning point for South Korea, a nation that has emerged from a period of intense contest and scrutiny with resilience and democratic resolve. “The… Continue reading

Dua penguat kuasa direman bantu siasatan kes terima rasuah

MELAKA: Dua anggota pasukan penguat kuasa direman enam hari bermula hari ini bagi membantu siasatan berhubung dakwaan meminta dan menerima rasuah berjumlah RM20,000 daripada seorang individu sebagai balasan supaya tidak dikenakan tindakan atau ditahan atas kesalahan kononnya berkaitan penjualan dadah bulan lepas. Majistret Uthman Abd Ghani membenarkan reman terhadap kedua-dua suspek lelaki, masing-masing berusia 37… Continue reading

Malaysia-Russia cooperation to deepen with upcoming JC-ESTC meeting

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia-Russia bilateral cooperation will be further strengthened through the Malaysia-Russia Joint Commission Meeting on Economic, Scientific, Technical, and Cultural Cooperation (JC-ESTC), scheduled to be held in Malaysia this year. Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir said the meeting in November would, among other things, discuss proposals to expand scholarship programmes… Continue reading

PM Anwar ucap tahniah kepada Presiden Korea Selatan Lee Jae-myung

KUALA LUMPUR: Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim mengucapkan setinggi-tinggi tahniah kepada Lee Jae-myung atas pelantikannya sebagai Presiden Korea Selatan. “Ini menandakan titik perubahan bagi Korea Selatan, sebuah negara yang muncul menerusi pertandingan sengit dan teliti, dengan daya tahan dan keazaman demokratik. Rakyat telah bersuara, mahukan pembaharuan kepercayaan, institusi, dan tujuan nasional,“ katanya dalam catatan… Continue reading

PM Anwar rai Presiden Guinea-Bissau dalam majlis makan tengah hari

PUTRAJAYA: Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim hari ini meraikan Presiden Republik Guinea-Bissau Umaro Sissoco Embalo yang dalam lawatan rasmi tiga hari ke Malaysia, dengan majlis makan tengah hari rasmi di Seri Perdana di sini. Ketibaan Presiden Embalo di kediaman rasmi perdana menteri itu pada 10.55 pagi disambut oleh Anwar, dan ia diikuti dengan persembahan… Continue reading

Johor laksana 20 projek berimpak tinggi babit peruntukan RM23.4 juta

JOHOR BAHRU: Sebanyak 20 program atau projek berimpak tinggi yang menyokong Agenda Keterjaminan Makanan Negeri Johor akan dilaksanakan pada tahun ini dengan melibatkan peruntukan RM23.4 juta. Pengerusi Jawatankuasa Pertanian, Industri Asas Tani dan Kemajuan Luar Bandar negeri Datuk Zahari Sarip berkata peruntukan disalurkan Kementerian Pertanian dan Keterjaminan Makanan (KPKM) bagi pelaksanaan Program Mengoptimumkan Penggunaan Tanah… Continue reading

Journalists’ credibility hinges on code of ethics

KUALA LUMPUR: The code of ethics for journalists remains the key to determining a journalist’s professional credibility, especially amid challenges posed by the digital era, including advancements such as artificial intelligence (AI) and the rise of ‘instant’ journalists. Astro Awani’s Head of Multi-Platform News Innovation, Shafizan Johari, said the code of ethics is akin to… Continue reading

Di sebalik tabir kilang Kiswah: Warisan seni Islam dipertonton kepada media global

MEKAH: Sebagai sebahagian daripada Program Haji kerajaan Arab Saudi, wakil media antarabangsa termasuk dari Malaysia diberi peluang melawat Kompleks Raja Abdulaziz di Mekah pada Selasa untuk menyaksikan sendiri proses pembuatan Kiswah Kaabah — satu tradisi yang dimulakan secara rasmi oleh Raja Abdulaziz pada tahun 1927. Lebih 30 agensi media dari seluruh dunia mengambil bahagian dalam… Continue reading

Startup connects parents with trained caregivers

PETALING JAYA: The shortage of accessible childcare in Malaysia and the untapped potential of women seeking flexible work are what drove Nadira Yusoff to use her tech expertise to address both issues. In 2019, she founded Kiddocare, a platform that connects parents with trained babysitters and caregivers. The goal is to help young mothers re-enter… Continue reading

Scams, trust issues plague secondhand motorcycle market in Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s secondhand motorcycle market continues to grapple with trust issues as buyers face growing risks of fraud and a lack of transparency in transactions. iMotorbike.com chief executive officer Gil Carmo said unlike the used car segment, the motorcycle resale market remains largely informal and often operates without standardised inspection or certification systems. “With… Continue reading

Cuaca panas, peniaga tembikai raih untung berganda

PASIR PUTEH: Cuaca panas yang melanda negara sejak beberapa minggu kebelakangan ini bukan sahaja membuatkan rakyat mudah dahaga, malah turut melonjakkan permintaan terhadap buah tembikai sehingga sekali ganda di Kelantan. Peniaga buah di Kampung Padang Pak Omar, Selising, Yushairan Hashim, 33, berkata tembikai kini menjadi pilihan utama pelanggan yang ingin melegakan tekak, meskipun harganya mencecah… Continue reading

Petronas kekal beroperasi di Kanada

KUALA LUMPUR: Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas) hari ini menafikan laporan berita yang mendakwa ia meninggalkan Kanada. “Sebarang laporan mendakwa Petronas meninggalkan Kanada adalah tidak tepat,“ kata Petronas kepada pertanyaan Bernama mengenai dakwaan tersebut. Pada Selasa, Petronas dilaporkan sedang mempertimbangkan pelbagai pilihan untuk syarikatnya di Kanada, sebelum ini dikenali sebagai Progress Energy Resources Corp antaranya penjualan,… Continue reading

Tak menang tangan siapkan tempahan pisau lapah menjelang Aidiladha

TUMPAT: Menjelang Aidiladha Mohammad Zunurain Daud, 37, tidak menang tangan untuk menyiapkan tempahan pisau lapah bagi digunakan ketika ibadah korban. Mohammad Zunurain yang mesra disapa Zul berkata kebiasaannya sebulan sebelum perayaan Aidiladha, permintaan alatan itu meningkat hampir dua hingga tiga kali ganda sekali gus menjadi lubuk rezeki bermusim baginya untuk menjana pendapatan. Beliau berkata sekiranya… Continue reading

Lebih 20 aduan ancaman haiwan liar dilaporkan di Kuala Krai sejak Jan hingga Mei – polis

KUALA KRAI: Sebanyak 28 aduan berkaitan ancaman haiwan liar dilaporkan di Kuala Krai sejak Januari hingga Mei tahun ini berbanding hanya dua kes sahaja dalam tempoh yang sama tahun lepas, kata Ketua Polis Daerah Kuala Krai Supt Mazlan Mamat. Beliau berkata 12 aduan dilaporkan di Balai Polis Manik Urai melibatkan 11 kes ancaman gajah liar,… Continue reading

US-backed Gaza aid centres to close Wednesday

JERUSALEM: Aid centres run by the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), a US and Israel-backed agency, will temporarily close Wednesday for renovation, it said. “June 4, distribution centres will be closed for renovation, reorganisation and efficiency improvement work,“ GHF wrote on Facebook. Aid distribution will resume Thursday, it added. The Israeli army confirmed the temporary closure.… Continue reading

Malaysia sets sights on 500,000 UK tourists for VM2026, says Ahmad Zahid

LONDON: Malaysia is targeting 500,000 tourist arrivals from the United Kingdom (UK) as part of the Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) campaign, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. He expressed optimism that the target can be met, citing a significant increase in the number of tourists from the UK during the first… Continue reading

Collapsed pit kills 11 children in northern Nigeria: police

KANO: Eleven children were buried alive while excavating sand in northern Nigeria when a pit collapsed on Tuesday, police said. The children, aged between four and nine, were excavating sand for making mud bricks when the pit outside Yardoka village in Kaduna state collapsed on them. “Eleven of the children died and seven others were… Continue reading

England sweep West Indies series as Smith scores maiden ODI fifty

JAMIE Smith struck a maiden one-day international fifty to set-up England’s victorious run-chase as they completed a 3-0 series sweep of the West Indies at his Oval home ground on Tuesday. Player-of-the-match Smith, opening in ODIs for the first time this series, launched England’s pursuit of a revised target of 246 in a match reduced… Continue reading

Israel army says shelling Syria after projectiles launched

JERUSALEM: The Israeli military said it was shelling targets in Syria on Tuesday in response to a pair of projectile launches, with Defence Minister Israel Katz saying he held Syria’s leader “directly responsible”. A military statement said that “two projectiles were identified crossing from Syria into Israeli territory, and fell in open areas”, adding in… Continue reading

Israel army confirms shot Palestinian teen in West Bank

RAMALLAH: Israel’s military confirmed on Tuesday it had “neutralised” a Palestinian who threw rocks in the occupied West Bank, where authorities said the slain victim was 14 years old. In a statement on Monday, the Palestinian Authority announced “the martyrdom of 14-year-old boy Yousef Fouad Faqha, who was shot by Israeli forces in the town… Continue reading

Spain target ‘enormously important’ Nations League defence

SPAIN are aiming to become the first side to defend the Nations League trophy, with Luis de la Fuente’s side going from strength to strength on the international stage ahead of next year’s World Cup. The coach enjoys recalling La Roja’s triumph at the 2023 tournament, which was an early sign that a young Spain… Continue reading

Austrian daily under fire after Clint Eastwood slams ‘phony’ interview

VIENNA: An Austrian newspaper came under fire Tuesday after Hollywood star Clint Eastwood said an alleged interview with him published by the paper to mark his 95th birthday was “entirely phony”. The row was sparked by a purported interview with the Oscar-winning actor and director carried by the German-language Kurier newspaper Friday. In the interview,… Continue reading

Powering Asean’s future

PETALING JAYA: As the Asean Power Grid (APG) gains traction, Malaysia finds itself at a pivotal moment – poised to become a key player in Southeast Asia’s energy future. Thanks to its strategic geography and expanding renewable energy sector, Malaysia is well-positioned to facilitate the flow of clean electricity across borders. However, experts warn that… Continue reading

White House says Musk criticism ‘doesn’t change’ Trump’s support for mega-bill

WASHINGTON: The White House defended US President Donald Trump’s huge tax cuts and spending mega-bill Tuesday after billionaire former aide Elon Musk blasted it as a “disgusting abomination.” “The president already knows where Elon Musk stood on this bill, it doesn’t change his opinion. This is one big, beautiful bill, and he’s sticking to it,“… Continue reading

Trump threatens fines against California over trans athlete

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump has vowed to impose “large scale” fines against California after a transgender high school athlete’s victory at state track and field championships last weekend. AB Hernandez, 16, won two gold medals and a silver at the athletics meet in Clovis amid an outcry over her participation. Hernandez shared her place… Continue reading

Malaysia-UK joint committee to boost franchise ecosystem – Ahmad Zahid

LONDON: A joint committee between Malaysian and United Kingdom (UK) franchise business associations will be established to strengthen Malaysia’s franchise ecosystem in the UK, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. The Rural and Regional Development Minister said the initiative would serve as a support platform to help Malaysian franchise brands penetrate… Continue reading

Elon Musk blasts Trump spending mega-bill as ‘disgusting abomination’

WASHINGTON: US tech billionaire Elon Musk on Tuesday hammered the sprawling tax cuts and spending mega-bill that President Donald Trump is trying to muscle through Congress as a “disgusting abomination.” “I’m sorry, but I just can’t stand it anymore,“ Musk posted on X, days after ending his tenure as one of the Republican’s closest advisors.… Continue reading

UN chief condemns ‘unacceptable’ deaths of Gazans seeking aid: spokesman

GENEVA: United Nations chief Antonio Guterres on Tuesday slammed as “unacceptable” the deaths of Palestinians seeking food aid in Gaza, a spokesman said, calling the loss of life in the territory “unthinkable.” “We are witnessing unthinkable loss of life in Gaza (and) the secretary-general condemns the loss of lives and injuries of Palestinians seeking aid,“… Continue reading

Halal International Selangor pacu industri halal global, akses dan pertumbuhan inklusif

KUALA LUMPUR: Halal International Selangor (HIS), sebuah syarikat berkaitan kerajaan negeri di bawah Menteri Besar Selangor Incorporated, sedang membantu membentuk sempadan halal seterusnya, bukan sekadar satu standard tetapi sebagai enjin pemacu akses pasaran, inovasi dan pertumbuhan inklusif. Pengurus Besar HIS, Muhammad Syaril Showkat Ali berkata syarikat itu mahu menggabungkan penjajaran dasar dengan ketangkasan komersil, menterjemahkan… Continue reading

‘Cabinet reshuffle likely with resignation of two ministers’

PETALING JAYA: A Cabinet reshuffle now seems inevitable, whether it be a minor tweak or a major overhaul, following the recent resignations by two ministers. But one question continues to swirl – will Datuk Seri Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz remain in government? Currently on a haj pilgrimage, the Investment, Trade and Industry minister has stepped… Continue reading

Mesyuarat JC-ESTC perkukuh kerjasama dua hala Malaysia-Rusia

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia dan Rusia terus memperkukuh kerjasama dua hala menerusi Mesyuarat Suruhanjaya Bersama Malaysia-Rusia dalam bidang ekonomi, sains, teknikal dan kebudayaan (JC-ESTC) yang akan diadakan di Malaysia tahun ini. Menteri Pendidikan Tinggi Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir berkata mesyuarat itu antara lain bagi membincangkan cadangan peluasan program biasiswa serta perkembangan pelbagai inisiatif di… Continue reading

Produk Ameen tembusi pasaran Afrika, eksport tujuh perisa minuman

TELUK INTAN: Pengeluar produk minuman jenama Ameen, Ameen Products Sdn Bhd berjaya menembusi pasaran benua Afrika apabila menerima tempahan pertama untuk mengeksport tujuh perisa produk minuman tersebut ke negara Mali. Pengarah Urusan Ameen Products Sdn Bhd Mohammed Irfan Amanulla Khan berkata sebanyak 17,484 botol berperisa mangga, anggur, nenas, tropika dan sirap ros hasil keluaran syarikatnya… Continue reading

Musetti fights past Tiafoe to meet Alcaraz in French Open semis

ITALY’s Lorenzo Musetti battled past American Frances Tiafoe to set up a semi-final clash with defending champion Carlos Alcaraz in the French Open on Tuesday. Eighth seed Musetti won 6-2, 4-6, 7-5, 6-2 against the 15th seed after over two hours 45 minutes on a windy Court Philippe Chatrier. The 23-year-old next plays second seed… Continue reading

Red Cross confirms 27 killed in Gaza after gunfire on aid seekers

GAZA: The International Committee of the Red Cross said its field hospital in Gaza’s Rafah city recorded 27 deaths on Tuesday, matching a toll given by rescuers after Israeli forces opened fire near an aid centre. “Early this morning, the 60-bed Red Cross Field Hospital in Rafah received a mass casualty influx of 184 patients.… Continue reading

Malaysia-UK wujudkan jawatankuasa bersama perkukuh ekosistem francais – Ahmad Zahid

LONDON: Satu jawatankuasa bersama antara persatuan perniagaan francais Malaysia dan United Kingdom (UK) akan diwujudkan bagi memperkukuh ekosistem francais negara di UK, kata Timbalan Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. Ahmad Zahid yang juga Menteri Kemajuan Desa dan Wilayah berkata usaha tersebut dilaksanakan sebagai platform sokongan untuk membantu jenama francais Malaysia menembusi pasaran… Continue reading

Journalists, the unsung heroes behind the headlines

KUALA LUMPUR: Every time disaster strikes, journalists stand firm on the frontlines -weathering danger, tension, and chaos with nothing more than a voice recorder, notebook, and microphone. Their mission: To deliver verified information to the public, even when met with criticism from the online world, the netizens. But to the nation’s key security agencies, journalists… Continue reading

Wartawan, wira senyap penyampai kebenaran

KUALA LUMPUR: Setiap kali bencana melanda, wartawan tidak pernah berganjak daripada tugasan mereka untuk menyalurkan maklumat sahih kepada masyarakat. Meskipun ada kalanya mendapat kecaman hebat di media sosial namun wartawan tetap cekal di barisan hadapan dengan berbekalkan perakam suara, nota dan mikrofon demi melaporkan situasi sebenar agar masyarakat menerima maklumat tepat dan sahih. Bagi agensi… Continue reading

Khemah moden dua tingkat di Mina sambut kedatangan jemaah

MINA: Syarikat Pembangunan Kidana, pemaju utama di kawasan Tanah Suci melancarkan projek khemah dua tingkat di Mina, lapor Agensi Berita Saudi (SPA). Inisiatif itu menandakan satu transformasi besar dalam penyediaan tempat penginapan jemaah haji di Mina, dengan menawarkan kemudahan moden yang menjamin keselesaan serta suasana persekitaran kondusif melalui penyelesaian kekal dan kecekapan operasi berkualiti tinggi.… Continue reading

Ringgit strengthens against greenback as Trump administration pushes disruptive trade policies

KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit continued to strengthen against the US dollar on Wednesday, as the US economy is perceived as fragile amid the Trump administration’s continued push for disruptive trade policies. At 8 am, the local note inched higher to 4.2370/2640 versus the greenback from Tuesday’s close of 4.2425/2485. Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd chief economist… Continue reading

Sivasangari checks into British Open quarter-finals

NATIONAL squash ace S. Sivasangari is through to the quarter-finals of the 2025 British Open after a thrilling five-game victory over Japan’s Satomi Watanabe in Birmingham on Tuesday. The 26-year-old Malaysian displayed remarkable resilience to defeat the tournament’s seventh seed 11-9, 11-9, 4-11, 4-11, 11-4 in a match lasting just over an hour. World number… Continue reading