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Peluasan bidang kuasa Ombudsman Malaysia tertangguh

KUALA LUMPUR: Proses libat urus berhubung cadangan peluasan bidang kuasa Ombudsman Malaysia ke peringkat negeri yang sepatutnya selesai Julai lepas, tertangguh berikutan bantahan daripada beberapa kerajaan negeri. Menteri di Jabatan Perdana Menteri (Undang-Undang dan Reformasi Institusi) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said berkata bantahan itu timbul kerana ada negeri yang sudah mempunyai ombudsman sendiri. Beliau menambah… Continue reading

Beware of fake badal haj offers, warns Tabung Haji

KUALA LUMPUR: Muslims are being warned to verify the authenticity of badal haj (haj by proxy) services, especially those advertised by travel agencies or individuals. Tabung Haji (TH) Group managing director and chief executive officer Mustakim Mohamad said fraudulent offers often surge as the haj season approaches. He noted that many such promotions appear in… Continue reading

Nanta: Highway upgrades main budget priority, not just plan

PETALING JAYA: The upgrading of ageing highways such as the Gerik-Jeli route is already one of the main thrusts of the Works Ministry’s annual budget requests, said Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi, dismissing suggestions that it was merely being “considered” for Budget 2026. He said the ministry had long identified the urgent need to… Continue reading

DRG system to launch with basic MHIT in Malaysia from next year

KUALA LUMPUR: The diagnosis-related group (DRG) system will be introduced alongside the basic Medical and Health Takaful Insurance (MHIT) starting next year. Deputy Health Minister Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni stated that the basic MHIT will act as a standard platform to ensure DRG-based payment efficiency. He explained that the private sector DRG is an interim… Continue reading

“You should upgrade to a Honda Civic” – Woman chides M’sian man for driving “old junk Kancil”

A Malaysian man’s humble response to a social media jab about his old Perodua Kancil has won the hearts of netizens. It started when @alfhql__ posted a photo of himself behind the wheel of his Kancil, only to receive a private message mocking the car. The sender wrote: “Doesn’t suit you to be driving an… Continue reading

Italian athlete dies at World Games in China

ITALIAN orienteering athlete Mattia Debertolis died on Tuesday at the World Games in Chengdu, China after collapsing during competition, organisers said. Debertolis, 29, was found unconscious during an orienteering event on August 8 and died four days later, said a joint statement from World Games organisers and the International Orienteering Federation (IOF). The World Games… Continue reading

New Zealand MP removed from parliament over Palestine comments

WELLINGTON: New Zealand parliamentarian Chloe Swarbrick was ordered to leave parliament on Tuesday during a heated debate over the government’s response to Palestine. An urgent debate was called after the centre-right government said on Monday it was weighing up its position on whether to recognise a Palestinian state. Close ally Australia on Monday joined Canada,… Continue reading

AFFIN Bank launches TOP50 Women Excellence Awards 2025

IN a milestone celebration of its 50th anniversary, AFFIN Bank has partnered with TOP50 Media Synergy to launch the prestigious AFFIN INVIKTA™ TOP50 Women of Excellence Awards 2025, creating Malaysia’s most comprehensive platform to honour outstanding women leaders across diverse industries. The groundbreaking awards programme was officially unveiled yesterday at Menara AFFIN @ TRX, with… Continue reading

Remembering our gentle giants

IT happened just after dawn. On May 11, as the mist hung low over the East–West Highway in Gerik, a five-year-old elephant calf stepped out from the forest beside his mother. To him, the road was not a threat; it was simply another clearing between trees, a quiet path between safety and river, between yesterday… Continue reading

China advises firms against Nvidia H20 chips for government use

CHINESE authorities have urged local companies to avoid using Nvidia’s H20 processors, particularly for government-related purposes, Bloomberg News reported on Tuesday, citing people familiar with the matter. Authorities have sent notices to a range of firms discouraging use of the less-advanced semiconductors, with the guidance taking a particularly strong stance against the use of Nvidia’s… Continue reading

Hong Kong struggles with AI porn cases as victims demand justice

HONG KONG: For Hong Kong law student “C”, AI-made pornography was a distant danger until a university classmate created graphic images of her and multiple other women. “At first I was shocked, then it turned into panic,“ said the 20-year-old, describing the ordeal as a “wound that will leave a scar”. C was one of… Continue reading

Malaysia’s natural rubber production rises 5.9% in June 2025

KUALA LUMPUR: Natural rubber production in Malaysia rose by 5.9% to 25,679 tonnes in June 2025 compared to the previous month. The Statistics Department Malaysia (DOSM) reported the increase from May’s output of 24,256 tonnes. Year-on-year, however, production dropped by 14.1% from 29,881 tonnes in June 2024. Smallholders contributed 84.7% of total production, while estates… Continue reading

KPKT and JKR discuss tree maintenance responsibilities after court ruling

KUALA LUMPUR: The Housing and Local Government Ministry (KPKT) is in talks with the Public Works Department (JKR) to clarify tree maintenance responsibilities along federal and state roads after a court ruling placed the duty on local authorities. Deputy Minister Datuk Aiman Athirah Sabu stated that the ministry’s Local Government Department has BP1 (Butiran Projek… Continue reading

31 bullying cases in Malaysian public universities since 2014

KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 31 bullying cases were reported in public universities between 2014 and 2025, according to Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir. The cases involved both physical and cyberbullying, influenced by social, psychological, and environmental factors. Zambry stated that the ministry has implemented measures to combat bullying and ensure… Continue reading

Malaysia intensifies efforts to reduce wildlife roadkill on highways

PUTRAJAYA: The Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Ministry (NRES) is ramping up efforts to address the alarming rise in wildlife roadkill incidents. More than 2,300 cases were recorded nationwide between 2020 and 2024, prompting urgent action. The East-West Highway, linking Gerik, Perak, and Jeli, Kelantan, has been flagged as a hotspot for such incidents. NRES,… Continue reading

Malaysia prioritises Myanmar peace and refugee crisis, says PM Anwar

PUTRAJAYA: Securing peace in Myanmar and addressing the refugee crisis remain key priorities for Malaysia, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said. He emphasised the need for immediate humanitarian aid for refugees and victims of natural disasters like earthquakes. Anwar stressed that resolving Myanmar’s crisis must stay central to regional cooperation efforts. “I commend the… Continue reading

Malaysia tackles wildlife roadkill with eco-signs, new laws

PETALING JAYA: Stricter legislation, eco-friendly road signage and heightened driver awareness are among urgent measures to curb the alarming rise in wildlife roadkill across Malaysia. Concerned over the toll on both wildlife and motorists, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) — through the Department of Wildlife and National Parks and WWF-Malaysia —… Continue reading

State pushback delays Ombudsman Malaysia expansion to local level

KUALA LUMPUR: The plan to expand Ombudsman Malaysia’s jurisdiction to state levels has been delayed following pushback from several state governments. The engagement process, initially set for completion in July, faced objections as some states already have their own ombudsman bodies. Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman… Continue reading

LPG subsidies extended for small food businesses exceeding 42kg limit

KUALA LUMPUR: The government will maintain subsidised liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) access for micro and small food and beverage businesses even if their monthly usage surpasses 42 kilogrammes. Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali confirmed the Cabinet’s June 5 directive to amend the Control of Supplies (Amendment) Regulations 2021 to… Continue reading

Singapore director charged in RM155k cheating case involving Malaysians

JOHOR BAHRU: A Singaporean company director pleaded not guilty in court today over cheating allegations involving three Singaporeans and a Malaysian in a RM155,000 investment scheme. Chong Kok Ming, 54, a Singapore permanent resident, is accused alongside another Singaporean man still at large of deceiving four victims into depositing money into a Malaysian company’s account.… Continue reading

PM Anwar hosts Bangladesh chief adviser for bilateral talks in Putrajaya

PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim hosted an official luncheon today for Bangladesh Chief Adviser Prof Dr Muhammad Yunus. The visiting dignitary arrived at Perdana Putra earlier for a bilateral meeting with Anwar. Students from Sekolah Kebangsaan Putrajaya Presint 8 (1) greeted both leaders with chants of “Welcome to Malaysia.” A cultural performance by… Continue reading

Rally demands justice for Zara Qairina outside parliament

PETALING JAYA: A peaceful assembly was held outside Parliament building this morning, bringing together Members of Parliament (MPs) across both sides of the divide, activists, university students, NGOs, parents and concerned members of the public to demand justice for Zara Qairana. The assembly, which was broadcast via KiniTV, featured approximately 150 participants holding placards and… Continue reading

“Every day, 1,500 pieces are sold out!” – RM50 roti canai sells out at Osaka Expo

A piece of roti canai priced at RM50 may send Malaysians into shock — but at the Malaysia Pavilion in Expo 2025 Osaka, this fluffy dish has got the Japanese queuing for up to two hours for a taste! According to a Facebook post by Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul… Continue reading

RM8.4m allocated for Jalur Gemilang badges distribution in schools

KUALA LUMPUR: The government has allocated RM8.4 million for the procurement and distribution of Jalur Gemilang badges to 5.14 million students under the Ministry of Education (MOE). Each student received two national flag badges free of charge, covering schools, matriculation colleges, Form Six colleges, and teacher education institutes (IPG). The funds were disbursed to state… Continue reading

UiTM vice-chancellor wins MQA National Quality Assurance Award

SHAH ALAM: Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) vice-chancellor Professor Datuk Dr Shahrin Sahib @ Sahibuddin has been honoured with the National Quality Assurance Icon award at the 2025 Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) Awards. The accolade was presented by Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi during a ceremony in Kuala Lumpur, witnessed by Higher… Continue reading

Brazil’s Lula and China’s Xi discuss BRICS and trade opportunities

BRASILIA: Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva spoke with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping on Monday, his office said, adding the two spoke for an hour during which they discussed bilateral business and the role of the BRICS group of states. “Both agreed on the role of the G20 and BRICS in defending multilateralism,“… Continue reading

South Korea court to decide on arrest warrant for ex-first lady

SEOUL: South Korea’s former first lady, Kim Keon Hee, appeared on Tuesday in court, where a judge will decide whether to approve a special prosecutor’s request for a warrant to arrest her on accusations of graft. If detained, she would be South Korea’s only former first lady to be arrested, joining her husband, ex-President Yoon… Continue reading

Lee and Trump to discuss security, economy in August 25 summit

SEOUL: South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and U.S. President Donald Trump will hold their first summit meeting on August 25 in Washington to discuss strengthening the bilateral alliance and economic security partnership, Lee’s office said on Tuesday. Lee, who was elected president in a snap election in June, has made it a top priority… Continue reading

Malaysia and Bangladesh sign eight MoUs to enhance bilateral ties

PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia and Bangladesh have signed eight memoranda of understanding (MoUs) to boost cooperation in key sectors. The agreements cover defence, energy, higher education, diplomacy, halal development, and private sector collaboration. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Bangladesh Chief Adviser Prof Dr Muhammad Yunus witnessed the signing ceremony. The MoU on Defence Cooperation was… Continue reading

Albanese criticises Netanyahu over Gaza humanitarian crisis

SYDNEY: Australia Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Tuesday his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu was “in denial” about the humanitarian situation in Gaza, a day after announcing Australia would recognise a Palestinian state for the first time. Australia will recognise a Palestinian state at next month’s United Nations General Assembly, Albanese said on Monday, a… Continue reading

Five Premier League talking points

LIVERPOOL begin their bid for a record 21st English title on Friday, with Arne Slot’s revamped side installed as favourites to retain the Premier League crown. Arsenal and Manchester City are the main contenders to end Liverpool’s reign, while Chelsea and Manchester United have questions to answer. AFP Sport looks at five talking points ahead… Continue reading

Elon Musk’s xAI to sue Apple over App Store antitrust claims

BILLIONAIRE Elon Musk said on Monday his artificial intelligence startup xAI would take legal action against Apple , accusing the iPhone maker of breaching antitrust regulations in managing the App Store rankings. “Apple is behaving in a manner that makes it impossible for any AI company besides OpenAI to reach #1 in the App Store,… Continue reading

Police recover RM2m stolen Genting casino chips in Kuantan

KUANTAN: Police have successfully recovered 200 casino chips worth RM2 million, part of a larger theft at Genting Highlands earlier this month. The stolen chips were among 300 taken from the Bentong resort on August 2. Pahang police chief Datuk Seri Yahaya Othman confirmed the recovery after a man surrendered the chips following media reports.… Continue reading

Kemalangan ngeri di Gua Musang: 4 maut termasuk kanak-kanak

PASIR MAS: Jenazah empat mangsa kemalangan ngeri di Gua Musang telah selamat dikebumikan dalam satu liang lahad di Tanah Perkuburan Islam Kubang Bemban. Proses pengebumian dilakukan pada pukul 11.30 malam selepas jenazah dituntut oleh ahli keluarga. Jenazah mangsa telah dibawa keluar dari Jabatan Forensik Perubatan, Hospital Gua Musang selepas bedah siasat selesai. Kemalangan berlaku pada… Continue reading

MQF Edisi Kedua 2026 dilancarkan Zambry untuk pendidikan tinggi

KUALA LUMPUR: Kerangka Kelayakan Malaysia (MQF) Edisi Kedua (2024) yang telah diperbaharui oleh Agensi Kelayakan Malaysia (MQA) akan mula berkuat kuasa pada 1 Ogos 2026. Menteri Pendidikan Tinggi Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir menyatakan MQF 2.0 merupakan kerangka bersepadu merangkumi sektor akademik hingga Pendidikan dan Latihan Teknikal dan Vokasional (TVET). Beliau menekankan kerangka ini… Continue reading

MQA lancar garis panduan artikulasi program TVET dan bukan TVET

KUALA LUMPUR: Agensi Kelayakan Malaysia (MQA) melancarkan garis panduan artikulasi antara program Pendidikan dan Latihan Teknikal dan Vokasional (TVET) dengan program akademik bukan TVET. Timbalan Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi menyatakan inisiatif ini membolehkan graduan TVET melanjutkan pengajian ke peringkat tertinggi tanpa halangan struktur. Beliau berkata, “Saya mengucapkan terima kasih MQA, telah… Continue reading

Eksport MSM kekal penting bantu Malaysia kuasai pasaran sawit

KUALA LUMPUR: Eksport minyak sawit mentah (MSM) kekal penting bagi memastikan Malaysia tidak kehilangan syer pasaran kepada pesaing seperti Indonesia. Kementerian Perladangan dan Komoditi (KPK) menyatakan pasaran sedia ada seperti India, Kenya, dan Belanda bergantung pada bekalan MSM dari Malaysia. “Eksport ke pasaran ini bukan sahaja menyumbang kepada pendapatan negara malah ianya strategik,“ menurut kenyataan… Continue reading

Malaysia to launch Digital Trust Strategy and Data Commission by 2030

KUALA LUMPUR: The government is developing the Digital Trust and Data Security Strategy 2026–2030 to safeguard Malaysia’s digital transformation. Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo announced the strategy alongside plans for an independent Data Commission. These measures aim to enhance data protection, cyber resilience, and governance in Malaysia’s digital ecosystem. Gobind stated the strategy will provide… Continue reading

Fahmi bantu mangsa kebakaran Pantai Dalam dapatkan penempatan sementara

KUALA LUMPUR: Ahli Parlimen Lembah Pantai Datuk Fahmi Fadzil sedang berusaha menempatkan mangsa kebakaran di Pantai Dalam ke rumah Projek Perumahan Rakyat (PPR) milik DBKL sebagai penempatan sementara. Beliau yang juga Menteri Komunikasi menyatakan perkara itu telah dibincangkan bersama Menteri Wilayah Persekutuan Datuk Seri Dr. Zaliha Mustafa dan Datuk Bandar Kuala Lumpur Datuk Seri Dr.… Continue reading

Akta 144 kekal berkuat kuasa menurut peruntukan sedia ada – Azalina

KUALA LUMPUR: Akta Kemajuan Petroleum 1974 (Akta 144) akan terus berkuat kuasa mengikut peruntukan undang-undang yang sedia ada. Menteri di Jabatan Perdana Menteri (Undang-Undang dan Reformasi Institusi) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said menjelaskan Petronas memiliki hak eksklusif ke atas petroleum di Malaysia. Hak tersebut merangkumi eksplorasi, eksploitasi, dan penguasaan petroleum sama ada di kawasan pantai… Continue reading

Filipina larang import lembu, kerbau dari Perancis, Itali ekoran wabak LSD

MANILA: Filipina telah menguatkuasakan larangan sementara ke atas pengimportan lembu dan kerbau hidup dari Perancis dan Itali. Larangan ini turut meliputi produk serta hasil sampingan haiwan berkenaan. Menurut Jabatan Pertanian (DA) negara itu, langkah ini diambil ekoran pengesahan wabak Penyakit Kulit Berbintil (LSD). Perintah memorandum bertarikh 1 Ogos turut melarang import embrio dan air mani… Continue reading

Teknologi moden dalam projek pembinaan RMK-13 diperkasakan

KUALA LUMPUR: Penekanan diberikan kepada penggunaan teknologi moden dalam projek pembinaan di bawah Rancangan Malaysia ke-13 (RMK-13). Menteri Kewangan II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan menyatakan pendekatan ini akan mempercepatkan tempoh siap projek. Penggunaan teknologi seperti Sistem Binaan Berindustri (IBS) dan Building Information Modelling (BIM) dijangka mengurangkan pembaziran bahan binaan. Kos keseluruhan pembinaan juga dijangka… Continue reading

Wikipedia gagal cabaran undang-undang UK di Mahkamah Tinggi

LONDON: Wikipedia tewas dalam cabaran undang-undang terhadap kerajaan United Kingdom berhubung Akta Keselamatan Dalam Lanian. Keputusan Mahkamah Tinggi menolak permohonan Wikimedia Foundation (WMF) dan seorang penyunting tanpa nama untuk dikecualikan daripada peraturan baharu. Mereka berhujah bahawa undang-undang itu memaksa Wikipedia melaksanakan pengesahan pengguna atau mengehadkan trafik dari UK. Hakim Johnson menyatakan terdapat cara untuk Wikipedia… Continue reading

Bangladesh Chief Adviser Dr Muhammad Yunus welcomed in Putrajaya

PUTRAJAYA: Chief Adviser of the Government of Bangladesh Dr Muhammad Yunus received an official welcome at Perdana Putra today. He arrived at 9 am and was greeted by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. The national anthems of both countries were played during the ceremony. Yunus inspected a guard of honour comprising three officers and… Continue reading

Kajian pengambilan jururawat Indonesia perlu lindungi kepentingan awam

KUALA LUMPUR: Menteri Kesihatan Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad menegaskan sebarang kajian berkenaan pengambilan jururawat dari Indonesia perlu mempertimbangkan kepentingan awam. Beliau menyatakan kebajikan petugas KKM dan keberkesanan sistem perkhidmatan kesihatan negara juga harus diutamakan. Kementerian akan bekerjasama sepenuhnya dengan JPA dalam melaksanakan kajian yang dicadangkan oleh SPA. Cadangan ini timbul susulan perbincangan dengan Konsul… Continue reading

Sibu journalists get gadget vouchers, flight subsidies from association

SIBU: The Sibu Journalists Association (SJA) has rolled out two new welfare benefits for its members, including a RM250 gadget voucher and RM200 flight subsidy. SJA deputy chairman Mohamad Alhadi Shamsawi said the RM250 PC Image voucher will be distributed in 2026 to help journalists upgrade their work equipment. “Many journalists use their own money… Continue reading

Ahmad Zahid ucap takziah kematian petugas media Al Jazeera di Gaza

KUALA LUMPUR: Timbalan Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi menyampaikan ucapan takziah kepada keluarga lima petugas media Al Jazeera yang terkorban dalam serangan Israel di Bandar Gaza. Beliau menyatakan tragedi itu meragut nyawa Anas al-Sharif, Mohammed Qreiqeh, Ibrahim Zaher, Moamen Aliwa dan Mohammed Noufal. Mereka gugur semasa menjalankan tugas melaporkan keadaan sebenar di… Continue reading

13MP: Digitalisation empowers MSME to face evolving business landscape, market challenges

PUTRAJAYA: Digitalisation is increasingly recognised as the key to empowering micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to become more efficient, competitive, and sustainable in the long run, hence the emphasis clearly outlined in the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP). No longer a matter of choice, digital adoption has become a strategic necessity to ensure the survival… Continue reading

Bursa opens higher despite weaker Wall Street

KUALA LUMPUR: Bursa Malaysia opened higher today despite a weaker Wall Street overnight performance, ahead of the United States (US) inflation data later this week, as many expect this will dictate the Federal Reserve’s stance on possible rate cuts. At 9.05 am, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) rose 6.45 points, or 0.41 per… Continue reading

Kebakaran hutan musnahkan 39,000 hektar di Sepanyol, ribuan dipindahkan

GENEVA: Sepanyol menghadapi musim kebakaran hutan terburuk dalam beberapa tahun kebelakangan ini. Lebih 39,000 hektar tanah telah musnah akibat kebakaran sejak awal tahun ini. Kementerian Peralihan Ekologi Sepanyol melaporkan angka ini 9 peratus lebih tinggi berbanding tempoh sama tahun lalu. Namun, ia masih 37 peratus lebih rendah daripada purata 10 tahun iaitu 62,235 hektar. Daripada… Continue reading