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KPM gubal akta anti-buli, perkukuh sistem keselamatan sekolah

KUALA LUMPUR: Kementerian Pendidikan sedang melaksanakan reformasi menyeluruh bagi memperkukuh keselamatan dan disiplin murid termasuk cadangan menggubal Akta Anti-Buli. Timbalan Menteri Pendidikan Wong Kah Woh berkata sistem tribunal untuk akta berkenaan kini diteliti Bahagian Hal Ehwal Undang-Undang. Inisiatif itu antara langkah baharu selepas penubuhan Jawatankuasa Khas Reformasi Keselamatan Institusi Pendidikan serta audit keselamatan di 735… Continue reading

Sembilan kapal misi kemanusiaan FFC dipintas Israel, keluarga sukarelawan dimaklumkan

KUALA LUMPUR: Kesemua sembilan kapal misi kemanusiaan Freedom Flotilla Coalition dan Thousand Madleens To Gaza telah dirampas secara haram oleh Israel termasuk yang membawa sembilan sukarelawan Malaysia pada 10.50 pagi waktu Malaysia. Pengerusi Humanitarian Care Malaysia (MyCARE) Datuk Seri Prof Dr Kamal Nasharuddin Mustapha berkata mereka mula terputus hubungan komunikasi dengan sukarelawan misi kemanusiaan pada… Continue reading

Kerajaan sedia pertimbang autonomi ekonomi Sabah Sarawak

KUALA LUMPUR: Kerajaan bersedia mempertimbangkan permintaan autonomi pembangunan ekonomi yang dikemukakan oleh Sabah dan Sarawak. Timbalan Menteri Ekonomi Datuk Hanifah Hajar Taib berkata pelaksanaannya tidak mudah dan perlu diteliti mengikut Perlembagaan Persekutuan serta Perjanjian Malaysia 1963. Beliau menegaskan sebarang langkah ke arah pelaksanaan autonomi memerlukan penyataan hasrat rasmi daripada kerajaan negeri terbabit. Jaminan keupayaan untuk… Continue reading

Lebih 64,000 usahawan bumiputera terima pembiayaan RM743.86 juta

KUALA LUMPUR: Seramai 64,179 usahawan bumiputera baharu telah menerima pembiayaan berjumlah RM743.86 juta daripada agensi di bawah Kementerian Pembangunan Usahawan dan Koperasi setakat 31 Ogos lepas. Menteri Pembangunan Usahawan dan Koperasi Datuk Ewon Benedick berkata beberapa langkah telah diambil bagi mengurangkan kerenah birokrasi serta memudah cara proses permohonan dan penyaluran pembiayaan selari dengan Agenda Reformasi… Continue reading

Nine vessels in Gaza aid mission intercepted by Israel with Malaysians onboard

KUALA LUMPUR: All nine vessels participating in the Freedom Flotilla Coalition and Thousand Madleens to Gaza humanitarian mission were intercepted and illegally seized by Israel at about 10.50 am Malaysian time today. Humanitarian Care Malaysia chairman Datuk Seri Prof Dr Kamal Nasharuddin Mustapha confirmed two vessels carried nine Malaysian volunteers among the participants. They lost… Continue reading

Baik pulih bangunan kedutaan Malaysia di luar negara dibuat berperingkat

KUALA LUMPUR: Kerja-kerja baik pulih bangunan kedutaan Malaysia di luar negara dilaksanakan secara berperingkat mengikut keutamaan dan kemampuan peruntukan. Menteri Luar Negeri Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan menyatakan banyak bangunan pejabat perwakilan negara sudah berusia dan memerlukan penyelenggaraan besar namun peruntukan kementerian agak terhad setiap tahun. Antara kerja baik pulih bangunan kedutaan yang sedang dilaksanakan adalah… Continue reading

Education Ministry to strengthen school safety and anti-bullying law

KUALA LUMPUR: The Ministry of Education is implementing comprehensive reforms to enhance student safety and discipline. Deputy Education Minister Wong Kah Woh announced a proposal to introduce an Anti-Bullying Bill through a tribunal system currently under review by the Legal Affairs Division. These initiatives follow the establishment of the Educational Institutions Security Reform Committee and… Continue reading

Sarawak civil service must transform to drive future economy

KUCHING: Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has urged the state civil service to embrace structural and mindset transformation to remain relevant and effective in steering Sarawak’s next phase of economic growth. He said the role of the government and its agencies has evolved from being merely job creators to becoming facilitators of… Continue reading

BNM launches RENTAS+ to enable 24/7 interbank settlement

KUALA LUMPUR: Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) has launched RENTAS+, an enhancement to Real-time Electronic Transfer of Funds and Securities to enable continuous interbank funds transfer and settlement 24/7, 365 days a year. “The expansion of RENTAS’ settlement window enables financial institutions to better manage credit and settlement risks arising from rapidly growing retail instant payments… Continue reading

64,179 bumiputera entrepreneurs received RM743.86 million in financing – Ewon

KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 64,179 new Bumiputera entrepreneurs have received financing amounting to RM743.86 million through various agencies under the Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives as of Aug 31. Its Minister Datuk Ewon Benedick said that in line with the Public Service Reform Agenda (ARPA), his ministry has implemented several initiatives to streamline… Continue reading

Malaysian embassy restorations proceed in phases due to funding limits

KUALA LUMPUR: The restoration work on Malaysian embassies abroad is being carried out in phases, based on priority and availability of funding. Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan explained that many of the country’s representative office buildings are aged and require major maintenance. He stated that the annual allocation received by the ministry is relatively… Continue reading

Malaysia monitoring nine MyCARE volunteers detained by Israel

KUALA LUMPUR: Wisma Putra is closely monitoring the situation involving nine Malaysian volunteers from Humanitarian Care Malaysia (MyCARE) who were reportedly detained by Israeli authorities. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said Malaysia is prepared to take necessary diplomatic action including leveraging ties with countries that maintain diplomatic relations with Israel. He confirmed Wisma Putra is… Continue reading

Veteran Henderson says he is not in England team to be a cheerleader

MIDFIELDER Jordan Henderson hit back at critics of his inclusion in Thomas Tuchel’s England squad, insisting he is not just a “cheerleader” and is still playing at a high level. Henderson did not play for England for 16 months before he was called up in March as part of the first squad announced by Tuchel,… Continue reading

‘Felt like an eternity’: Rodrygo grateful upon Brazil return

REAL MADRID forward Rodrygo is eager to return to action for Brazil in their friendlies against South Korea and Japan after being overlooked for the last two squad selections during a “difficult” spell in his career. Rodrygo has slipped down the pecking order at Real in the last two seasons and has started just two… Continue reading

Trump demands investigation into Democratic senator over military record

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump has demanded an investigation into Democratic Senator Richard Blumenthal over allegations about his military record embellishment. Trump launched the attack after Blumenthal clashed with US Attorney General Pam Bondi during a congressional hearing. “Sanctimonious Richard ‘Da Nang Dick’ Blumenthal, perhaps the biggest ‘joke’ in the United States Senate, is at it… Continue reading

US, Qatar, Turkey join third day of Gaza peace talks in Egypt

CAIRO: Qatar’s prime minister and senior delegates from the United States and Turkey will join Hamas and Israeli negotiators on Wednesday for a third day of talks aimed at ending the Gaza war. Israel and Hamas are holding indirect negotiations in the Egyptian resort town of Sharm El-Sheikh, based on a 20-point plan proposed by… Continue reading

UK PM Starmer visits India to boost trade ties after landmark deal

MUMBAI: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer arrived in India on Wednesday to strengthen economic ties following the recent landmark free trade agreement between both nations. Starmer’s first official visit to India includes a 125-member delegation featuring top business leaders like British Airways chief executive Sean Doyle. This two-day trip follows his July meeting with Indian… Continue reading

Govt open to Sabah, S’wak economic autonomy, but implementation not simple – Hanifah

KUALA LUMPUR: The government is prepared to consider the request for economic development autonomy put forward by Sabah and Sarawak, but its implementation will not be straightforward and must be examined in line with the Federal Constitution and the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63), Deputy Minister of Economy Datuk Hanifah Hajar Taib. She said any move… Continue reading

Fadillah urges private sector to implement health CSR programmes

KUALA LUMPUR: The private sector has been urged to be more proactive in implementing corporate social responsibility programmes in the health sector. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said companies and individuals who are able should step forward to extend contributions to hospitals. He described the contribution by 99 Speedmart to the Universiti Malaysia… Continue reading

Putin visits Central Asia as Russian influence faces challenges

DUSHANBE: Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet Central Asian leaders in Tajikistan on Thursday for only the second such summit since the Soviet Union’s collapse. This gathering occurs as Moscow competes with China and Europe for influence in a region where Russia’s historic dominance has weakened due to the Ukraine war. At the first summit… Continue reading

Gisele Pelicot to confront her abuser in French rape appeal trial

NÎMES: Gisele Pelicot will confront the man who abused her during his appeal trial after he became a feminist hero in a mass rape case last year. The 72-year-old must face Husamettin Dogan, the sole convicted man who continues to deny raping her despite overwhelming evidence. Her former husband Dominique Pelicot previously admitted to drugging… Continue reading

Ukraine strikes cut Russian oil refining by 10% amid war funding pressure

LONDON: Ukraine has intensified strikes on Russian oil refineries and infrastructure with more than 30 attacks since early August to weaken Moscow’s war financing capabilities. Russia remains the world’s third-largest crude oil producer and second-largest exporter with oil and gas revenues accounting for about 30% of its 2024 budget. Kpler analyst Homayoun Falakshahi confirmed these… Continue reading

Israel intercepts Gaza aid flotilla boats carrying medical supplies

CAIRO: Organisers of a new Gaza-bound aid flotilla reported that Israeli forces intercepted at least three of their boats on Wednesday. The Global Sumud Flotilla announced on social media that three vessels were attacked and illegally intercepted by the Israeli military early in the morning. These interceptions occurred approximately 220 kilometres off the coast of… Continue reading

Former FBI chief James Comey to make first US court appearance

WASHINGTON: Former FBI director James Comey will make his first court appearance on Wednesday to face charges of making false statements and obstructing a congressional proceeding. Comey’s arraignment is scheduled for 10:00 am at a federal courthouse in Alexandria, Virginia, before district judge Michael Nachmanoff. The 64-year-old former FBI chief is expected to plead not… Continue reading

Malaysia establishes cross-ministerial mechanism against weaponised AI threats

KUALA LUMPUR: The government has established a cross-ministerial and enforcement agencies mechanism to address the emerging threat of weaponised artificial intelligence. Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo said this coordinated approach involves the Ministry of Digital, Ministry of Home Affairs, Ministry of Communications, CyberSecurity Malaysia, National Cyber Security Agency, Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission, and Royal… Continue reading

New Zealand seas warming 34% faster than global average

WELLINGTON: The seas surrounding New Zealand are warming significantly faster than global averages according to a new government study released on Wednesday. Scientists warned that climate change could severely impact the island nation through these rapid oceanic changes. The comprehensive report found New Zealand’s oceans are simultaneously growing hotter, becoming more acidic, and threatening thousands… Continue reading

Budget 2026 to prioritise fiscal deficit reduction, says minister

PUTRAJAYA: Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani has indicated that Budget 2026 will prioritise efforts to reduce the country’s fiscal deficit. He stated this aligns with the government’s goal of maintaining a sustainable fiscal position during global economic challenges. “This government is working hard to reduce the deficit,“ he said. “As a… Continue reading

JPPM received 246 union busting complaints from 2015 to August 2025

KUALA LUMPUR: The Industrial Relations Department has received 246 complaints related to union busting between 2015 and August 31 this year. Deputy Human Resources Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Rahman Mohamad revealed these figures during a Dewan Rakyat session. He stated that 158 complaints were successfully resolved at the department level through amicable negotiations. Another 24… Continue reading

Man lodges false robbery report to avoid MyKad replacement fine

SHAH ALAM: A 23-year-old man filed a false police report about being robbed to avoid paying the fine for replacing his lost MyKad. Kuala Selangor police chief Superintendent Azaharudin Tajudin said the suspect lodged the report at approximately 5.03 pm yesterday. The man claimed two motorcycle-riding individuals robbed him along Jalan Pantai Remis in Jeram,… Continue reading

Subsidised petrol system for passenger boats opens October 9

KUALA LUMPUR: Applications for the Subsidised Petrol Control System for passenger boat operators will open tomorrow according to Deputy Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister Datuk Dr Fuziah Salleh. She stated that subsidies for RON95 petrol for passenger boat companies are currently provided through a cash reimbursement mechanism. This temporary arrangement will continue pending… Continue reading

13 face organised crime charges in ‘Captain Praba’ case

PETALING JAYA: A group of thirteen individuals appeared before the Sepang Sessions court facing allegations of involvement with an organized criminal enterprise known as the “Captain Praba” gang. The defendants, whose ages range from 19 to 37, include M Lavindran (27), M Meganathan (37), M Tinesh (20), K Utayaragu (29), M Thinesh (31), S Jeevan… Continue reading

Anwar slams Israeli seizure of Gaza Aid ship with Malaysians

PETALING JAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has condemned the interception of humanitarian aid ships from the Freedom Flotilla Coalition (FFC) and Thousand Madleens to Gaza (TMTG) – which were carrying Malaysian volunteers – by Israeli forces in international waters around 10.50am Malaysian time today. “I strongly condemn this provocative act and violation of… Continue reading

Contractor loses over RM500,000 to part-time job scam

KULAI: A contractor lost RM500,278 after being deceived by a syndicate offering non-existent part-time jobs. Kulai police chief ACP Tan Seng Lee said the 52-year-old was attracted to the part-time job offer that promised returns of 15 per cent for every item purchased through the online system known as ‘affiliate seller’. “From March 20 to… Continue reading

Freedom flotilla with nine Malaysians intercepted by Israeli forces

KUALA LUMPUR: Israeli forces intercepted the Freedom Flotilla Coalition (FFC) humanitarian mission to Gaza at 10.50 am Malaysian time today. In a statement, Humanitarian Care Malaysia (MyCARE) said nine vessels, including the ‘Conscience’ and ‘Umm Saad’, which were carrying nine Malaysian activists, were intercepted, although detailed information about the participants has yet to be confirmed.… Continue reading

Johor police dispose of RM43.54 million worth of drugs

JOHOR BAHRU: Johor police have disposed of an estimated RM43.54 million worth of case items, involving various types of drugs and processing equipment. Johor police chief CP Datuk Ab Rahaman Arsad stated that the disposal involved compact drugs weighing 651 kilogrammes and 12,243.02 litres of liquid drugs. He confirmed that the disposal of these case… Continue reading

Police seize RM12.9 million drugs in highway chase near Slim River

IPOH: Police seized various types of drugs worth RM12.9 million from a vehicle at Kilometre 375 of the southbound North-South Expressway near Slim River. Perak police chief Datuk Noor Hisam Nordin stated that the Highway Patrol Unit stopped a suspicious Honda Stream multi-purpose vehicle at about 1.30 pm. The suspects attempted to flee by speeding… Continue reading

‘Dream weaver’ elevates Iban identity, heritage on global stage

KAPIT: Eighty-year-old Indai weaves with remarkable dexterity, her fingers deftly aligning thread after thread to create the pua kumbu, a traditional handwoven textile that is an emblem of her Iban ancestors’ identity and cultural heritage. Nicknamed the ‘Dream Weaver’, Bangie anak Embol (fondly known as Indai, which means ‘mother’ in the Iban language), hails from… Continue reading

Penang KPDN busts syndicate diverting subsidised cooking oil

BUKIT MERTAJAM: The Penang branch of the Ministry of Domestic Trade (KPDN) has uncovered an operation diverting subsidised 1kg polybags of cooking oil and detained two men during a raid on a storage facility in Bukit Mertajam yesterday. Its director, S Jegan, said the raid was conducted at 3.30 pm with the General Operations Force’s… Continue reading

All stranded Everest hikers rescued from remote Tibetan valley

BEIJING: Rescuers successfully guided all remaining trekkers near the east face of Everest in Tibet to safety on Tuesday. This operation concluded one of the largest search-and-rescue missions ever conducted in the remote Himalayan region. Hundreds of hikers became stranded in deep snow over the weekend within the isolated Karma valley. An unusually powerful blizzard… Continue reading

Hamas ready for Gaza deal on war anniversary but demands guarantees

SHARM EL-SHEIKH: Hamas announced on Tuesday it was prepared to reach a deal to end the war in Gaza based on President Donald Trump’s plan while maintaining specific conditions. Qatar’s prime minister and senior United States mediators will join indirect negotiations between the Palestinian militant group and Israel in Egypt on Wednesday. Trump expressed optimism… Continue reading

Tesla’s new ‘affordable’ Model Y and 3 disappoint with high prices

SAN FRANCISCO: Tesla has introduced more affordable versions of its Model Y SUV and Model 3 sedan, but the starting prices of $39,990 and $36,990 have disappointed some investors and analysts. Chief Executive Officer Elon Musk has long promoted the idea of an affordable electric vehicle, stating last year that a price below $30,000 after… Continue reading

Ecuador president survives assassination attempt in motorcade attack

QUITO: Ecuador’s President Daniel Noboa escaped unharmed after his motorcade came under attack from rock-throwing protesters in what his energy minister described as an assassination attempt. Environment and Energy Minister Ines Manzano formally reported an assassination attempt after the president’s convoy was surrounded by approximately 500 protesters hurling stones. Authorities detained five individuals following the… Continue reading

Britain will not pursue visa deal with India, says Starmer

MUMBAI: Britain will not pursue a visa deal with India, Prime Minister Keir Starmer confirmed during his visit to the country. Starmer begins a two-day trip to India on Wednesday, bringing a trade mission of businesses to promote the trade agreement reached earlier this year. The Prime Minister stated that visa issues had previously blocked… Continue reading

Musk’s xAI nears 20 billion dollar capital raise with Nvidia

ELON Musk’s artificial intelligence firm xAI is reportedly raising more financing than initially planned. The ongoing funding round is set to reach 20 billion dollars according to Bloomberg News. An equity investment from chipmaker Nvidia is part of the expanded financing. The financing includes both equity and debt components. It will be tied to Nvidia… Continue reading

England’s golden generation were ‘egotistical losers’, says Gerrard

ENGLAND’S golden generation failed to live up to their potential because they were “egotistical losers” who fostered an unfriendly environment and were unable to work together, former Liverpool midfielder Steven Gerrard said. In the 2000s, big things were expected from an England squad that included the likes of Gerrard, David Beckham, Paul Scholes, Rio Ferdinand… Continue reading

Budget 2026 must expand TVET capacity to meet rising industry demand – Belia Mahir

KUALA LUMPUR: Budget 2026 must ensure that Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) courses align with Malaysia’s economic priorities, such as value-added job creation in manufacturing, five-year development plans, and future-led energy transition initiatives including renewable energy. National Association of Skilled Workers (Belia Mahir) president Mohammad Rizan Hassan said many TVET institutions were offering… Continue reading

MITI focuses on financing and digital empowerment for women entrepreneurs

KUALA LUMPUR: The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry has identified key priorities to empower women in trade and industry including financing and resource access. Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz stated this approach ensures women entrepreneurs gain better access to credit, trade finance, venture capital and green financing. He highlighted digital empowerment, sustainability,… Continue reading

Trader loses over RM80,000 to phone scam

KUALA TERENGGANU: A trader lost RM83,500 after falling victim to a phone scam. Terengganu police chief ACP Azli Mohd Noor said the man was in his office on Oct 1 when he was contacted by a suspect posing as a Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) officer. Azli said the suspect claimed that the victim’s… Continue reading

Bernama reporter recounts anxious moment Ardell Aryana fainted at GSF homecoming

SEPANG: A welcoming ceremony for Malaysian volunteers returning from the Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) humanitarian mission at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) Terminal 1 turned into an anxious moment last night when influencer and activist Ardell Aryana suddenly collapsed. Ardell Aryana, 35, whose actual name is Nurul Hidayah Mohd Amin, fainted in front of a… Continue reading

Belanjawan 2026 cadang insentif cukai utamakan kebajikan pekerja

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia perlu mengutamakan kebajikan tenaga kerja dengan memperkasakan sektor swasta dalam persiapan Belanjawan 2026. Pengerusi Pertubuhan Ikatan Komuniti Selamat Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye menekankan kepentingan keselamatan pekerjaan, kesihatan dan kesejahteraan mental sebagai asas produktiviti. Beliau menyatakan landskap pascapandemik menyerlahkan keperluan mendesak untuk mewujudkan tempat kerja yang berdaya tahan. “Belanjawan 2026 merupakan peluang… Continue reading