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Youth should leave vape business for better sectors – State deputy minister

KUCHING: Deputy Minister of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Datuk Dr Ripin Lamat has called on young business owners to transition away from the vaping industry and explore more socially beneficial entrepreneurial opportunities. Speaking to media representatives following his participation at the Girl Guides Health Carnival 2025 at the Kuching South City Council facility today,… Continue reading

Malaysia and Thailand boost cooperation to fight cross-border drug syndicates

TAIPING: Malaysia is enhancing its collaboration with Thailand to intensify the crackdown on drug syndicates following reports of significantly lower drug prices in Sungai Golok. Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail confirmed closer intelligence sharing, joint operations, and capacity building initiatives between the two nations. “The report from Thailand has been duly noted. On… Continue reading

Kontinjen Malaysia sertai WorldSkills ASEAN Manila 2025 bukti keupayaan TVET

KUALA LUMPUR: Penyertaan kontinjen Malaysia dalam WorldSkills ASEAN Manila 2025 membuktikan negara ini kaya dengan tenaga muda dalam bidang Pendidikan dan Latihan Teknikal dan Vokasional (TVET). Timbalan Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi menyatakan peserta perlu menjadikan pertandingan itu sebagai peluang untuk membuktikan kemampuan global. Beliau mengucapkan selamat maju jaya kepada seluruh kontinjen… Continue reading

Malaysia monitors foreign agents amid Palestine advocacy, says Fahmi

KUALA LUMPUR: The government will not compromise on national security following the detection of increased activities by foreign agents in the country. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil confirmed that movements of these agents are being continuously monitored by the Royal Malaysia Police. He stated that Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail recently confirmed… Continue reading

Malaysia dan Thailand tingkat kerjasama banteras sindiket dadah di sempadan

TAIPING: Malaysia mengukuhkan kerjasama dengan Thailand dalam memperhebat operasi membanteras aktiviti sindiket dadah, susulan harga dadah yang dilaporkan lebih murah di Sungai Golok. Menteri Dalam Negeri Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail berkata ia termasuk kerjasama dalam perkongsian maklumat, operasi bersama dan pembinaan kapasiti. “Laporan dari Thailand itu memang berada dalam pemakluman kita,” katanya kepada pemberita… Continue reading

Malaysia’s TVET talent to shine at WorldSkills ASEAN 2025 in Manila

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian participation in WorldSkills ASEAN Manila 2025 demonstrates the nation’s wealth of young talent in Technical and Vocational Education and Training. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi stated that participants should view the competition as a platform to showcase global competitiveness, creativity, innovation and strong fighting spirit. Ahmad Zahid, who… Continue reading

Indonesian boy’s viral dance boosts tourist numbers at traditional boat race

PEKANBARU: An 11-year-old boy’s viral dance performance has dramatically increased international tourist attendance at Indonesia’s traditional Pacu Jalur boat race. Rayyan Arkan Dikha’s 20-second dance clip on social media attracted millions of views and celebrity imitations from sports stars including Formula One’s Alex Albon and MotoGP’s Marc Marquez. Australian tourist Duncan McNaught told AFP “I… Continue reading

Kerajaan tidak kompromi keselamatan negara pantau ejen asing

KUALA LUMPUR: Kerajaan tidak akan berkompromi dalam hal keselamatan negara berikutan pengesanan peningkatan aktiviti ejen asing di negara ini. Menteri Komunikasi Datuk Fahmi Fadzil (gambar) berkata pergerakan ejen-ejen tersebut sedang dipantau secara berterusan oleh Polis Diraja Malaysia (PDRM). “Tindakan sewajarnya akan diambil bagi menjamin keselamatan negara,“ katanya yang juga jurucakap Kerajaan MADANI. Beliau berkata Ketua… Continue reading

Two dead in central Mexico flooding as heavy rains continue

MEXICO CITY: Two people have died in central Mexico due to flooding triggered by heavy rainfall, according to local authorities. The victims were discovered in Queretaro city shortly before midnight on Friday, as confirmed by a civil protection report. “They were swept away by rainwater,“ the report said. Queretaro experienced significant rainfall on Saturday, resulting… Continue reading

MOM pertimbang benarkan skuad bola baling ke Sukan SEA Thailand

KUALA LUMPUR: Majlis Olimpik Malaysia (MOM) mempertimbangkan untuk menarik semula penggantungan dikenakan terhadap Persatuan Bola Baling Malaysia (MAHF) bagi membenarkan atlet dan pegawai mereka menyertai Sukan SEA Thailand hujung tahun ini. Presiden MOM Tan Sri Mohamad Norza Zakaria berkata sudah tiba masanya bola baling kembali ke arus perdana dan memastikan atlet serta pegawai tidak menjadi… Continue reading

Irish band Kneecap to perform in Paris despite terror charge controversy

PARIS: Irish rap group Kneecap will perform at the Rock en Seine festival despite facing objections from French Jewish groups and government officials. One member faces a British terror charge for allegedly supporting Hezbollah during a London concert in November. Local authorities have withdrawn their 40,000 euro subsidy from the music festival following the controversial… Continue reading

Ketua Hakim Negara dahului senarai penerima darjah kebesaran Melaka

MELAKA: Ketua Hakim Negara Datuk Seri Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh mendahului senarai penerima darjah, bintang dan pingat kebesaran Melaka sempena Sambutan Hari Jadi ke-76 Yang Dipertua Negeri Melaka Tun Mohd Ali Rustam. Beliau menerima Darjah Utama Negeri Melaka (DUNM) yang membawa gelaran Datuk Seri Utama. Menteri Pelancongan, Seni dan Budaya Datuk Seri Tiong King… Continue reading

Sri Lanka ex-president Wickremesinghe hospitalised after arrest on fund misuse

COLOMBO: Sri Lanka’s jailed former president Ranil Wickremesinghe was hospitalised on Saturday according to local media reports. The 76 year old former leader was arrested on Friday over allegations of misusing public funds during his presidency. Wickremesinghe led the South Asian island nation during a devastating economic crisis before losing the presidency last year. He… Continue reading

Amalan buli risiko lahir generasi hilang nilai hormat, kasih sayang

MELAKA: Amalan buli berisiko melahirkan generasi yang hilang nilai hormat dan kasih sayang sesama insan menurut Yang Dipertua Negeri Melaka Tun Mohd Ali Rustam. Beliau berkata perbuatan buli bukan sahaja merosakkan mental dan emosi mangsa malah boleh mengakibatkan pelbagai tragedi. “Apakah perbuatan buli dan menganiaya orang lain sesuatu yang boleh dibiarkan tanpa tindakan tuntas oleh… Continue reading

Chief Justice leads Melaka Governor’s birthday honours list

MELAKA: Chief Justice Datuk Seri Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh led the recipients of state awards and medals during the 76th birthday celebrations of Melaka’s Yang Dipertua Negeri Tun Mohd Ali Rustam at Seri Negeri. He received the Darjah Utama Negeri Melaka (DUNM), which carries the title of Datuk Seri Utama. Minister of Tourism, Arts,… Continue reading

Bullying culture risks creating generation without respect, compassion

MELAKA: The culture of bullying poses the risk of producing a generation that lacks respect and compassion for others. Melaka Yang Dipertua Negeri Tun Mohd Ali Rustam stated that bullying not only harms the mental and emotional well-being of victims but could also lead to tragic consequences. He questioned whether bullying and the act of… Continue reading

Malaysia to highlight net-zero goals at APEC energy meeting in South Korea

PUTRAJAYA: Deputy Prime Minister and Energy Transition and Water Transformation Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof will lead Malaysia’s delegation to the 15th APEC Energy Ministers’ Meeting in Busan, South Korea from 27 to 28 August. The Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation stated that APEC EMM15 serves as the premier platform at the ministerial… Continue reading

Ukrainian drone debris sparks fire at Russian Novatek terminal

UST-LUGA: Debris from a destroyed Ukrainian drone sparked a fire at Novatek’s Ust-Luga terminal early on Sunday. Alexander Drozdenko, governor of Russia’s Leningrad region where the port is located, confirmed the incident via the Telegram messaging app. “Firefighters and emergency services are currently working to extinguish the blaze,“ Drozdenko said. “According to preliminary reports, there… Continue reading

Taiping’s Kampung Temerlok benefits from RM1 million MADANI village initiative

TAIPING: Kampung Temerlok in Trong has received significant transformation through the Kampung Angkat MADANI initiative with four development and upgrading projects. Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail confirmed four development projects were selected for implementation under the MADANI Adopted Village initiative with a RM1 million allocation. “The projects are upgrading the Sungai Tok Lin… Continue reading

Saifuddin to file appeal after RM670k defamation case loss

PETALING JAYA: Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail will appeal the Alor Setar High Court’s decision today in a defamation suit filed against him by Kedah Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor. In a Facebook statement, today, Saifuddin said he respected the ruling but maintained there were strong legal grounds to challenge… Continue reading

Spotify plans price rises for new services amid one billion user goal

LONDON: Spotify will increase prices while investing in new features as part of its strategy to reach one billion users worldwide. The Financial Times reported this development on Sunday, citing comments from Spotify’s Co-President and Chief Business Officer Alex Norstrom. These price adjustments will accompany planned new services and features according to the newspaper’s interview… Continue reading

Sanya shuts down as Typhoon Kajiki approaches with 48 m/s winds

BEIJING: The southern Chinese city of Sanya has closed tourist attractions, businesses and suspended public transport while bracing for intensifying Typhoon Kajiki. This tropical cyclone was approximately two hundred kilometres southeast of Sanya on Hainan island at nine o’clock this morning. It packed maximum sustained winds of thirty eight metres per second near its centre… Continue reading

Fadillah ketuai delegasi Malaysia ke APEC EMM15 di Korea Selatan

PUTRAJAYA: Timbalan Perdana Menteri merangkap Menteri Peralihan Tenaga dan Transformasi Air Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof akan mengetuai delegasi Malaysia ke Mesyuarat Menteri-Menteri Tenaga APEC (APEC EMM15) pada 27 hingga 28 Ogos ini, di Busan, Korea Selatan. Kementerian Peralihan Tenaga dan Transformasi Air (PETRA) dalam kenyataan hari ini memaklumkan APEC EMM15 merupakan platform utama peringkat Menteri… Continue reading

Melaka rekod pelaburan RM855.63 juta suku pertama 2025

MELAKA: Melaka merekodkan pelaburan sebanyak RM855.63 juta pada suku pertama tahun ini dalam sektor strategik termasuk pembuatan dan perkhidmatan. Ketua Menteri Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh (gambar) menyatakan jumlah ini merupakan kesinambungan daripada prestasi pelaburan tahun lepas yang mencecah RM8.18 bilion. “Pelaburan ini melepasi sasaran awal RM5 bilion sekali gus menyaksikan Melaka melonjak sebagai destinasi… Continue reading

India-ASEAN cultural harmony event highlights deep regional ties

KUALA LUMPUR: Cultural exchanges play a crucial role in strengthening people-to-people ties and fostering mutual understanding between India and ASEAN. High Commissioner of India to Malaysia B.N. Reddy emphasised this point during the ‘Celebrating India-ASEAN Cultural Harmony’ event organised by multiple cultural organisations. “India-ASEAN as well as India-Malaysia share a comprehensive strategic partnership, and under… Continue reading

Defence Ministry opens new tender for army helicopters after King’s decree

KOTA TINGGI: The Ministry of Defence has initiated a new tender process for leasing four helicopters for the Malaysian Army Aviation Unit after cancelling the previous contract with a company that failed to deliver Black Hawk helicopters. Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin stated the new tender closing this September will evaluate multiple factors… Continue reading

India considers GST cuts to counter US tariffs and aid middle class

NEW DELHI: The Indian government is considering significant goods and services tax reductions to counter potential US trade tariffs and support middle-income households. Any final decision on these tax cuts ultimately rests with the GST Council, which includes representatives from state governments and has struggled to achieve broad consensus in the past. If approved, the… Continue reading

Indonesia restricts loudspeaker towers after health and religious concerns

MALANG: Indonesian authorities have imposed restrictions on deafening loudspeaker towers following health concerns and a religious ruling declaring excessive noise forbidden under Islamic law. Residents in East Java villages have reported cracked walls, broken windows, and falling roof tiles caused by the intense vibrations from massive speaker systems mounted on trucks. The sound systems commonly… Continue reading

Fire breaks out at Russian nuclear plant after Ukrainian drone downed

MOSCOW: A fire erupted at a Russian nuclear power plant after the country’s military intercepted a Ukrainian drone on Sunday. The Kursk Nuclear Power Plant in western Russia confirmed the incident occurred when the device detonated upon impact. Facility officials stated that “was extinguished by fire crews” following the explosion. No casualties resulted from the… Continue reading

Home Minister loses defamation case, to pay RM670k to Kedah MB

PETALING JAYA: The Alor Setar High Court has delivered a significant ruling against Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail (pic) in a defamation lawsuit brought by Kedah Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor, stemming from controversial statements made during the 2023 state election campaign period. According to Berita Harian, Justice Johan Lee… Continue reading

Mindef buka tender baharu sewaan empat helikopter untuk TDM

KOTA TINGGI: Kementerian Pertahanan membuka tender baharu bagi penyewaan empat buah helikopter untuk kegunaan Pasukan Udara Tentera Darat Malaysia selepas pembatalan penganugerahan terdahulu kepada sebuah syarikat yang gagal menunaikan penghantaran empat helikopter Black Hawk berkenaan. Menteri Pertahanan Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin berkata tender baharu yang akan ditutup pada September itu akan mengambil kira pelbagai… Continue reading

Media perlu berhati-hati dalam penerbitan berita: Abdullah Saidol

KUCHING: Timbalan Menteri di Jabatan Premier Sarawak (Hal Ehwal Korporat, Penerangan dan UKAS) Datuk Abdullah Saidol mengingatkan pengamal media agar lebih berhati-hati dalam menulis serta menerbitkan berita. Beliau menegaskan bahawa setiap penerbitan berita perlu dibuat dengan penuh pertimbangan agar tidak menyinggung sensitiviti masyarakat susulan laporan berkaitan akhbar tempatan Sarawak Tribune yang disiasat Kementerian Dalam Negeri… Continue reading

Segamat earthquake triggers panic among residents, no damage reported

JOHOR BAHRU: A 4.1-magnitude earthquake struck Segamat this morning, causing panic among residents preparing for their daily routines. Nur Hafiz Mukmin, 32, said his house in Jalan Tasek Alai suddenly shook at around 6.13 am while he was getting ready for work. “I thought the house was about to collapse. I panicked and quickly got… Continue reading

Family of four rescued after getting lost at Berapit Hill Trail

BUKIT MERTAJAM: A family of four endured more than three anxious hours after becoming lost while hiking at Berapit Hill Trail before being successfully rescued by fire department personnel last night. Penang Fire and Rescue Department Assistant Director of Firefighting and Rescue Operations John Sagun Francis confirmed they received an emergency call at 8.08 pm… Continue reading

PENTARAMA Merdeka@HOHO programme promotes patriotism through community engagement

IPOH: The Information Department’s PENTARAMA Merdeka@HOHO programme has become a dynamic platform for fostering patriotism and unity through closer community engagement. Communications Ministry senior undersecretary Mazlan Abd Mutalib described the initiative as a game changer in promotional activities through strategic collaboration with Perak Transit. “PENTARAMA combines music, dance, drama and quizzes in a casual but… Continue reading

UK facial recognition roll-out sparks rights group alarm over privacy

LONDON: The United Kingdom has become the only European nation to deploy real-time facial recognition technology on a massive scale across public spaces and retail environments. Outside supermarkets and within festival crowds, millions of people are having their facial features scanned by AI-powered systems without their knowledge or consent. At London’s Notting Hill Carnival, facial… Continue reading

SpaceX Starship faces crucial test after recent failures raise doubts

WASHINGTON: SpaceX prepares for a critical test of its Starship megarocket on Sunday following multiple failures that have raised questions about its viability. The world’s most powerful launch vehicle will lift off from the company’s Starbase in southern Texas at 6:30 pm local time for its tenth flight. This mission will subject the upper stage… Continue reading

Empat sekeluarga sesat di Berapit Hill Trail ditemukan selamat

BUKIT MERTAJAM: Empat ahli keluarga mengalami detik cemas selepas sesat lebih tiga jam ketika mendaki di Berapit Hill Trail sebelum berjaya diselamatkan pihak bomba. Penolong Pengarah Bahagian Operasi Kebombaan dan Penyelamat Jabatan Bomba dan Penyelamat Malaysia Pulau Pinang John Sagun Francis berkata pihaknya menerima panggilan kecemasan pada 8.08 malam memaklumkan sepasang suami isteri dan dua… Continue reading

Venezuela mobilises civilian militia volunteers amid US military threat

CARACAS: Venezuelan citizens from all walks of life queued across the capital on Saturday to join the country’s civilian militia force amid rising tensions with the United States. Civil servants, housewives and retirees alike lined up in Venezuela’s capital Caracas on Saturday as thousands volunteered to join the country’s militia in case there is a… Continue reading

Al-Ahli win Saudi Super Cup on penalties as Ronaldo scores 100th goal

AL-AHLI defeated Al-Nassr 5-3 on penalties to claim the Saudi Super Cup following a thrilling 2-2 draw in Saturday’s final. Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 100th goal for Al-Nassr by converting a 40th-minute penalty after Ali Majrashi was penalised for handball. Al-Ahli equalised in first-half stoppage time through Franck Kessie, who finished low past goalkeeper Bento… Continue reading

Trump eyes North Korea talks with South Korea’s new President Lee

WASHINGTON: United States President Donald Trump may explore renewed diplomacy with North Korea during Monday’s White House meeting with South Korea’s new President Lee Jae Myung. Trump previously held three landmark summits with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un during his first term, famously claiming they “fell in love.” South Korea’s new leader advocates for… Continue reading

Syria delays parliamentary vote in Sweida over security concerns

DAMASCUS: Syria has postponed parliamentary elections in three provinces due to security concerns following recent sectarian violence. The Higher Committee for People’s Assembly Elections announced that voting will not proceed in Sweida, Hasaka and Raqqa provinces as scheduled. This decision comes after hundreds were killed in July clashes within Sweida province involving Druze fighters, Sunni… Continue reading

H&M opens first Brazil store with local manufacturing focus

SAO PAULO: Swedish fast-fashion retailer H&M opened its first physical store in Brazil on Saturday and launched online operations in the country. The company is already producing some items locally, including footwear and beachwear, according to an executive statement. Joaquim Pereira, H&M Brazil’s country manager, revealed the short-term goal involves opening four stores in São… Continue reading

Fleetwood and Cantlay share PGA Tour Championship lead after third round

TOMMY Fleetwood and Patrick Cantlay share the lead at the Tour Championship after the third round at rainy East Lake Golf Club. Fleetwood, chasing his first PGA Tour title and the ten million dollar top prize, bounced back from a late double bogey to remain tied at the top. England’s Fleetwood carded a three under… Continue reading

Sinner and Sabalenka aim for rare US Open title defences in New York

DEFENDING champions Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka are chasing rare repeat US Open triumphs as the final Grand Slam of the season gets under way. Women’s world number one Sabalenka opens the defense of her 2024 crown on the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center’s Arthur Ashe Stadium showcourt against unseeded Swiss player Rebeka Masarova.… Continue reading

Government incentives for developers to end abandoned projects by 2030

IPOH: The government will provide incentives to property developers adopting the ‘build and sell’ policy to eliminate abandoned projects by 2030. Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming confirmed these incentives will be detailed in the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP). “Under the 13MP, developers who successfully implement the ‘build and sell’ model will receive… Continue reading

Trump names Airbnb co-founder to lead US government website redesign

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump has appointed Airbnb co-founder Joe Gebbia to lead a major overhaul of United States government digital services. Gebbia will spearhead the newly created National Design Studio with the goal of making federal websites as user-friendly as commercial platforms like the Apple App Store. “An experience that projects a level of excellence… Continue reading

Argentina stun New Zealand 29-23 for first home win over All Blacks

ARGENTINA produced a stunning 29-23 upset victory over New Zealand to secure their first ever home win against the All Blacks in Rugby Championship history. The Pumas displayed superior discipline to overcome a New Zealand side reduced to thirteen men at times during a bruising Test match at Estadio Velez Sarsfield. Captain Julian Montoya praised… Continue reading

Pentagon restricts Ukraine’s use of US missiles against Russia

WASHINGTON: The Pentagon has been quietly blocking Ukraine from using United States-made long-range Army Tactical Missile Systems to strike targets inside Russia. This restriction limits Kyiv’s ability to employ these weapons in its defence against Moscow’s invasion, according to the Wall Street Journal. United States officials cited in the report confirmed the policy, which Reuters… Continue reading

Kedai Ubat Kien Fatt warisan 83 tahun kekal relevan dalam komuniti

KUALA LUMPUR: Di sepanjang Jalan Petaling yang sibuk, dengan kemeriahan pelancong tawar-menawar harga untuk membeli cenderahati dan peniaga giat mempromosikan barangan jualan mereka kepada pelanggan, terdapat sebuah kedai lama, Kedai Ubat Kien Fatt terletak di bangunan warisan yang melambangkan elemen perpaduan Malaysia. Sebuah papan tanda dengan empat bahasa — Bahasa Melayu, Jawi, Mandarin dan English… Continue reading