Trump’s tax-cut and spending bill clears first US Senate hurdle

WASHINGTON: The US Senate narrowly approved a procedural vote on President Donald Trump’s sweeping tax-cut and spending bill, setting the stage for an overnight debate. The Republican-controlled chamber voted 51-49, with two GOP senators joining Democrats in opposition. The 940-page bill, which funds immigration, military, and tax priorities, faced delays as Democrats demanded a full… Continue reading Trump’s tax-cut and spending bill clears first US Senate hurdle

Kontraktor perlu pantas tangani kecacatan Hospital Pasir Gudang – JKR

JOHOR BAHRU: Kontraktor projek Hospital Pasir Gudang (HPG) diingatkan supaya bertindak pantas dalam menangani sebarang aduan berkaitan kecacatan sepanjang tempoh tanggungan. Ketua Pengarah Kerja Raya, Datuk Roslan Ismail, menegaskan tanggungjawab kontraktor tidak berakhir selepas penyerahan projek kepada Kementerian Kesihatan (KKM). Beliau berkata, “Pihak kontraktor masih perlu meneruskan tanggungjawabnya sepanjang tempoh tanggungan kecacatan sepertimana termaktub dalam… Continue reading Kontraktor perlu pantas tangani kecacatan Hospital Pasir Gudang – JKR
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Former Olympian Kevin Nunis buried in Kuala Lumpur today

FORMER national hockey player and Olympian Muhammad Khairy Nunis Abdullah, better known as Kevin Christopher Nunis, was buried this morning at the Taman Sri Sinar Muslim cemetery at 10.45 am. His remains were first brought to Surau Silaturrahim Taman Segambut SSPK for funeral prayers, attended by around 200 people, including family, friends, colleagues, and local… Continue reading Former Olympian Kevin Nunis buried in Kuala Lumpur today

Contractors liable for defects at Pasir Gudang Hospital, says PWD

JOHOR BAHRU: Contractors involved in the Pasir Gudang Hospital (HPG) project remain responsible for addressing defects during the liability period, Public Works Department (PWD) director-general Datuk Roslan Ismail said today. Despite the hospital’s handover to the Health Ministry (MoH) on June 12, contractors must rectify any issues reported during the defects liability period as per… Continue reading Contractors liable for defects at Pasir Gudang Hospital, says PWD

Hannah Thomas undergoes facial surgery after arrest at Sydney protest

NEW SOUTH WALES: Hannah Thomas, a Greens candidate who contested against Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in last month’s election, has undergone surgery for severe facial injuries sustained during her arrest at a protest in western Sydney. The incident occurred outside SEC Plating on Lakemba Street, where demonstrators gathered to protest the company’s reported ties to… Continue reading Hannah Thomas undergoes facial surgery after arrest at Sydney protest

WTO crucial for resolving global trade tensions, says Italian economist

ROME: The escalating global tariff tensions, spearheaded by the United States, must be resolved through the World Trade Organisation (WTO) to ensure fairness and stability, according to Italian economist Mario Tirelli. Speaking to Xinhua, Tirelli, a professor of economics at the University of Roma Tre, warned that the US-initiated trade disputes now impact nearly all… Continue reading WTO crucial for resolving global trade tensions, says Italian economist

Czech Intel: China planned to intimidate Taiwan vice-president

PRAGUE: Czech military intelligence has exposed a shocking plot by Chinese diplomats to physically intimidate Taiwan’s Vice-President-elect Hsiao Bi-khim during her visit to Prague last year. The revelation came on Friday when Czech intelligence confirmed that Chinese diplomats and secret service agents had systematically followed Hsiao throughout her March 2024 visit, gathering intelligence on her… Continue reading Czech Intel: China planned to intimidate Taiwan vice-president

Singapore boosts security amid Iran-Israel tensions

SINGAPORE: Singapore has heightened its security measures in response to the ongoing tensions between Iran and Israel, according to Coordinating Minister for National Security and Minister for Home Affairs K. Shanmugam. Speaking to the media during a community event on Saturday, Shanmugam acknowledged the fragile ceasefire but warned of unpredictable developments. “There is a ceasefire,… Continue reading Singapore boosts security amid Iran-Israel tensions

LPNM plans five Pineapple Waste Processing Centres under 13MP

JOHOR BAHRU: The Malaysian Pineapple Industry Board (LPNM) is formulating a comprehensive plan to strengthen the country’s pineapple waste industry, with the proposed establishment of five Pineapple Waste Processing Centres (PPSN) and 50 waste collection kiosks nationwide. LPNM director-general Mohd Khairuzamri M. Salleh said the initiative is being planned through funding requested under the 13th… Continue reading LPNM plans five Pineapple Waste Processing Centres under 13MP

Europe faces first summer heatwave as temperatures soar

MARSEILLE: Southern Europe is enduring its first major heatwave of the summer, with temperatures soaring past 40 degrees Celsius in several regions. Scientists warn that the continent, the fastest-warming in the world, is experiencing more frequent and intense heatwaves due to climate change. In Italy, 17 cities, from Milan to Palermo, were placed under red… Continue reading Europe faces first summer heatwave as temperatures soar

Missing UTHM lecturer found safe after diving incident in Tioman

KUANTAN: A lecturer from Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM), Eliza M. Yusup, 44, who went missing during a diving trip near Pulau Chebeh, Pulau Tioman, has been found safe. Rompin police chief Superintendent Sharif Shaif Mondoi confirmed the lecturer was discovered by a snorkeler near Pulau Tulai at 8.45 am today. Sharif Shaif stated,… Continue reading Missing UTHM lecturer found safe after diving incident in Tioman

Pensyarah hilang ketika menyelam di Pulau Tioman ditemukan selamat

KUANTAN: Seorang pensyarah Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM) yang dilaporkan hilang semasa aktiviti menyelam di perairan Pulau Chebeh, Pulau Tioman, ditemukan dalam keadaan selamat pagi ini. Ketua Polis Daerah Rompin, Supt Sharif Shai Sharif Mondoi, berkata Eliza M. Yusup, 44, dijumpai oleh orang awam yang sedang melakukan aktiviti snorkeling di Pulau Tulai sekitar pukul… Continue reading Pensyarah hilang ketika menyelam di Pulau Tioman ditemukan selamat
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Trump defends Netanyahu amid corruption trial, calls it political witch hunt

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump has publicly condemned the ongoing corruption trial of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, calling it a “political witch hunt” and vowing that the US would not tolerate it. Trump made the remarks on his Truth Social platform, stating, “The United States of America spends Billions of Dollar a year, far… Continue reading Trump defends Netanyahu amid corruption trial, calls it political witch hunt

5.3-magnitude earthquake strikes central Pakistan, no casualties reported

ISLAMABAD: A 5.3-magnitude earthquake struck central Pakistan early Sunday morning, as reported by the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The tremor occurred at approximately 3:30am local time (2230 GMT), with its epicentre located 60 kilometres north-northeast of Barkhan in Balochistan province. No immediate casualties or damage were reported following the shallow quake. Pakistan lies along… Continue reading 5.3-magnitude earthquake strikes central Pakistan, no casualties reported

Tiga maut termasuk kanak-kanak dalam kejadian bot terbalik di Pulau Perhentian

JERTIH: Tiga nyawa terkorban termasuk dua kanak-kanak dalam kejadian bot terbalik di perairan Pulau Perhentian malam tadi akibat keadaan laut bergelora dan ribut. Ketua Polis Daerah Besut Supt Azamuddin Ahmad @ Abu mengesahkan mangsa ialah S. Arumugam, 40, bersama anaknya A. Sarrvihka, 3, dan saudara mereka V. Vennpani, 10. Seramai 12 penumpang lain cedera parah… Continue reading Tiga maut termasuk kanak-kanak dalam kejadian bot terbalik di Pulau Perhentian
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Kelantan DOE issues 13 compounds after 183 factory inspections

JELI: The Kelantan Department of Environment (DOE) has carried out 183 enforcement visits to factories statewide this year, resulting in 13 compounds issued for environmental violations. Director Wan Aminordin Wan Kamarudin said enforcement extended to mobile pollution sources, including motor vehicles, with 16 operations conducted and 18 investigation papers opened. The department also received 128… Continue reading Kelantan DOE issues 13 compounds after 183 factory inspections

Boat capsizes off Pulau Perhentian, three dead including two children

JERTIH: A boat carrying 15 passengers capsized off Pulau Perhentian last night, claiming three lives, including two young girls. The victims were identified as S. Arumugam, 40, his three-year-old daughter A. Sarrvihka, and a 10-year-old relative, V. Vennpani. Besut police chief Supt Azamuddin Ahmad @ Abu confirmed the tragedy occurred around 10.30 pm amid stormy… Continue reading Boat capsizes off Pulau Perhentian, three dead including two children

Iran uranium enrichment could resume in months despite attacks: IAEA

VIENNA: The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Rafael Grossi, has stated that Iran could resume uranium enrichment “in a matter of months” despite recent attacks on its nuclear facilities by the US and Israel. The remarks came during an interview with CBS News, highlighting ongoing concerns over Tehran’s nuclear capabilities. Israel launched… Continue reading Iran uranium enrichment could resume in months despite attacks: IAEA

Motorcyclist killed after collision with trailer on PLUS Highway

SEREMBAN: A motorcyclist was killed after being run over by a trailer following a collision on the North-South Expressway near Seremban yesterday. The incident occurred at KM254.6 heading north at around 4 pm. Seremban police chief ACP Mohamad Hatta Che Din confirmed the victim, a 51-year-old man, suffered severe head injuries and died at the… Continue reading Motorcyclist killed after collision with trailer on PLUS Highway

MyGOV Malaysia mobile app set to transform public service delivery

PUTRAJAYA: MyGOV Malaysia, the country’s single digital gateway for public services, set to launch next month, is expected to revolutionise how citizens interact with government agencies and departments, making transactions easier, faster and more efficient. The mobile application integrates various public services, offering seamless access for the public, civil servants and businesses. Through the application,… Continue reading MyGOV Malaysia mobile app set to transform public service delivery

Chelsea defeat Benfica in weather-delayed Club World Cup clash

CHELSEA secured a hard-fought 4-1 victory over Benfica in a weather-disrupted Club World Cup last-16 tie at Bank of America Stadium, setting up a quarter-final clash with Brazilian side Palmeiras. The match, which lasted nearly five hours due to a lengthy delay, saw late goals from Christopher Nkunku, Pedro Neto, and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall seal the… Continue reading Chelsea defeat Benfica in weather-delayed Club World Cup clash

Penunggang motosikal maut digilis treler di PLUS Seremban

SEREMBAN: Seorang penunggang motosikal berkuasa tinggi maut selepas terlibat dalam kemalangan dengan sebuah treler di Lebuhraya Utara-Selatan (PLUS) KM254.6 arah Utara semalam. Ketua Polis Daerah Seremban, ACP Mohamad Hatta Che Din, berkata kejadian berlaku kira-kira jam 4 petang ketika mangsa, lelaki berusia 51 tahun, dilanggar oleh sebuah treler selepas terjatuh dari motosikalnya. “Siasatan awal mendapati… Continue reading Penunggang motosikal maut digilis treler di PLUS Seremban
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China tolak perjanjian tarif jejas kepentingannya

BEIJING: China secara tegas menolak sebarang perjanjian perdagangan antara negara lain dengan Amerika Syarikat (AS) yang mengorbankan kepentingannya demi mendapatkan kelonggaran tarif, menurut kenyataan Kementerian Perdagangan China pada Sabtu. Jurucakap kementerian itu menegaskan bahawa China tidak akan menerima situasi sedemikian dan akan mengambil tindakan balas tegas bagi mempertahankan hak serta kepentingan sahnya. Kenyataan itu dikeluarkan… Continue reading China tolak perjanjian tarif jejas kepentingannya
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Venice protests target Jeff Bezos wedding with “Eat the rich” chants

VENICE: At least 500 protesters flooded Venice’s streets on Saturday, voicing opposition to Amazon founder Jeff Bezos’ high-profile wedding to journalist Lauren Sanchez. The event, marked by luxury and celebrity attendance, has sparked criticism in the historic city, where locals accuse the billionaire of exploiting Venice for personal extravagance. Chants of “Bezos, out of the… Continue reading Venice protests target Jeff Bezos wedding with “Eat the rich” chants

Lando Norris takes pole at Austrian GP, ending Verstappen’s streak

LANDO Norris secured pole position for the Austrian Grand Prix with a sensational final lap, breaking Max Verstappen’s stronghold on qualifying at the Red Bull Ring. The McLaren driver clocked 1:03.971, outpacing Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc by 0.521 seconds, while teammate Oscar Piastri finished third. Norris, trailing Piastri by 22 points in the championship, bounced back… Continue reading Lando Norris takes pole at Austrian GP, ending Verstappen’s streak

Three police reports filed over Kuala Lumpur rally scuffle

KUALA LUMPUR: Police confirmed receiving three reports linked to a rally in the city today, which saw a flare being lit and a brief scuffle leaving a personnel with minor injuries. Dang Wangi district police chief ACP Sulizmie Affendy Sulaiman stated the gathering drew around 100 participants. It began at 3.02 pm outside a shopping… Continue reading Three police reports filed over Kuala Lumpur rally scuffle

Tiga laporan polis dibuat berkenaan perhimpunan di Kuala Lumpur

KUALA LUMPUR: Polis menerima tiga laporan berkenaan kejadian yang berlaku semasa perhimpunan di ibu negara petang tadi, termasuk pergaduhan yang mengakibatkan kecederaan ringan pada seorang anggota polis. Ketua Polis Daerah Dang Wangi ACP Sulizmie Affendy Sulaiman berkata perhimpunan itu, yang disertai kira-kira 100 orang, bermula pada jam 3.02 petang di luar sebuah pusat beli-belah di… Continue reading Tiga laporan polis dibuat berkenaan perhimpunan di Kuala Lumpur
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Al-Falah MADANI carnival draws 10,000 visitors in Kuantan

KUANTAN: The Al-Falah MADANI 2025 Carnival has welcomed more than 10,000 visitors since its launch yesterday, as reported by Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na’im Mokhtar. Held at Masjid Jamek Berserah and organised by the Prime Minister’s Department through the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM), the event combines… Continue reading Al-Falah MADANI carnival draws 10,000 visitors in Kuantan

Karnival Al-Falah MADANI 2025 catat 10,000 pengunjung di Kuantan

KUANTAN: Karnival Al-Falah MADANI 2025 yang dianjurkan oleh Jabatan Perdana Menteri (Hal Ehwal Agama) melalui Jabatan Kemajuan Islam Malaysia (JAKIM) telah berjaya menarik lebih 10,000 pengunjung sejak semalam. Menteri di Jabatan Perdana Menteri (Hal Ehwal Agama), Datuk Dr Mohd Na’im Mokhtar, menyatakan jangkaan peningkatan jumlah pengunjung pada hari terakhir program esok. “Esok, kita juga akan… Continue reading Karnival Al-Falah MADANI 2025 catat 10,000 pengunjung di Kuantan
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Wanita warga emas rugi RM436,000 ditipu skim pelaburan saham palsu

GEORGE TOWN: Seorang wanita warga emas berusia 62 tahun mengalami kerugian RM436,000 selepas diperdaya oleh sindiket pelaburan saham palsu dalam talian. Menurut Timbalan Ketua Polis Pulau Pinang Datuk Mohd Alwi Zainal Abidin, mangsa yang merupakan bekas pengurus program syarikat penerbangan membuat laporan di Bahagian Siasatan Jenayah Komersial, Ibu Pejabat Polis Daerah Timur Laut. Kes ini… Continue reading Wanita warga emas rugi RM436,000 ditipu skim pelaburan saham palsu
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Retired woman loses RM436k in online IPO investment scam in Penang

GEORGE TOWN: A retired airline programme manager, 62, was cheated of RM436,000 in a fraudulent online investment scheme involving fake initial public offerings (IPOs). Penang Deputy Police Chief Datuk Mohd Alwi Zainal Abidin confirmed the victim lodged a report with the Timur Laut Commercial Crime Investigation Division after realising she had been deceived. The scam… Continue reading Retired woman loses RM436k in online IPO investment scam in Penang

Deputy digital minister urges faster AI laws to combat fraud

SHAH ALAM: Deputy Digital Minister Datuk Wilson Ugak Kumbong has called for urgent legislation to regulate artificial intelligence (AI), citing its increasing misuse in fraudulent activities. He revealed that AI-related crimes have caused an estimated RM5 billion in global losses between 2020 and 2024. Speaking at the Gawai Kitai Ngiling Bidai 2025 celebration, Ugak stressed… Continue reading Deputy digital minister urges faster AI laws to combat fraud