WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump’s administration has scaled back a key U.S. government report on human rights worldwide, dramatically softening criticism of some countries that have been strong partners of the Republican president, such as El Salvador and Israel, which rights groups say have extensive records of abuses. Instead, the U.S. State Department in its widely…
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GUATEMALA CITY: A Guatemalan court on Tuesday sentenced six people to prison terms ranging from six to 25 years for their roles in a 2017 fire that killed 41 girls at a state-run youth shelter. The defendants – two former police officers and four former child protection officials – were convicted of homicide, mistreatment of…
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A federal appeals court on Tuesday upheld an Arkansas law barring doctors from providing gender-affirming care including puberty blockers, hormones and surgery to transgender minors. The 8-2 decision by the St. Louis-based 8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals overturns a lower court ruling. It also follows the U.S. Supreme Court’s June ruling holding that Tennessee’s…
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KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit extended its uptrend against the US dollar on Wednesday, supported by a 0.43 per cent drop in the US Dollar Index (DXY) to 98.097 after the headline US inflation rate came in lower than expected. At 8 am, the local note rose to 4.2115/2285 against the greenback from Tuesday’s close of…
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WASHINGTON: Investigators have uncovered evidence that Russia is at least in part responsible for a recent hack of the computer system that manages U.S. federal court documents, the New York Times reported on Tuesday, citing several people briefed on the breach. – Reuters
KUALA LUMPUR: Repaying debts, including education loans from the National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN), is a religious obligation in Islam and should not be taken lightly. Prof Datuk Dr Mohd Izhar Ariff Mohd Kashim, Dean of the Faculty of Islamic Studies at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) and a renowned preacher, emphasised that repaying debt…
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MOSCOW/BRUSSELS: Small bands of Russian soldiers thrust deeper into eastern Ukraine on Tuesday before a summit between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump, which European leaders fear could end in peace terms imposed on an unlawfully shrunken Ukraine. In one of the most extensive incursions so far this year, Russian troops advanced…
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WASHINGTON: A steady stream of uniformed soldiers arrived at the National Guard headquarters in Washington on Tuesday to begin the deployment of troops called up to fight crime in the nation’s capital, as Democrats raised concerns about which city might be next. President Donald Trump’s deployment of the 800-strong force has been described by Democrats…
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PUTRAJAYA: The principal, senior assistant of Student Affairs and all wardens of Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Agama (SMKA) Tun Datu Mustapha have been temporarily assigned to the Sabah State Education Department pending the investigation into the case of the late Zara Qairina Mahathir. The Ministry of Education (MOE) announced the decision following the Royal Malaysia Police’s…
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CHARLBURY (England): U.S. Vice President JD Vance’s working holiday in Britain was met with dismay by some locals on Tuesday, who gathered to register their disapproval of both his politics and the turmoil he has brought to their quiet corner of the English countryside. Vance has mixed work with leisure while in Britain, staying first…
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KUCHING: Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has requested increased padi seed supply from the Malaysian Agricultural Research and Development Institute (MARDI) to support the state’s agricultural expansion. He highlighted Sarawak’s abundance of underutilised land ideal for farming but noted persistent seed shortages. “If MARDI can assist us, we can cultivate large areas…
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KUALA LUMPUR: The Dewan Rakyat sitting today is expected to spotlight Tenaga Nasional Berhad’s (TNB) annual profit following the recent electricity tariff hike. Progress on Malaysia’s 5G network rollout will also be a key discussion point during the session. Lim Guan Eng (PH-Bagan) will question the Energy Transition and Water Transformation Minister on TNB’s profit…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has proposed the CHASE City framework as a sustainable urban development model for ASEAN nations. Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa emphasised its focus on Clean, Healthy, Advanced, Safe, and Eco-friendly cities. She described the framework as adaptable to diverse ASEAN urban realities while promoting…
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KUALA LUMPUR: The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) has identified basic metal products, non-metallic mineral products, and wood products as Sabah’s top manufacturing sectors for foreign investments from 2015 to 2024. In the services sector, hotel and tourism along with support services were the primary contributors. Basic metal products recorded RM4.3 billion in…
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THE United States on Tuesday announced sanctions against an armed group aligned with Congo’s military as well as a Congolese mining company and two Hong Kong-based exporters over armed violence and the sale of critical minerals. The measures are the latest taken by the administration of President Donald Trump to try to bring peace to…
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U.S. President Donald Trump hit out at Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon on Tuesday, saying the bank had been wrong to predict U.S. tariffs would hurt the economy and questioned whether Solomon should lead the Wall Street institution. The bank CEO is the latest corporate boss to become the target of Trump’s ire, and the…
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BUKIT MERTAJAM: Police are urging witnesses to come forward following a fatal accident involving a motorcyclist on Penang Bridge. The incident occurred at Kilometer 4.8 of the bridge towards Perai earlier today. Seberang Perai Tengah District Police Chief ACP Helmi Aris confirmed the victim was a 65-year-old man. Initial investigations suggest the motorcyclist was travelling…
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THE U.S. on Tuesday rejected the “Net-Zero Framework” proposal by the International Maritime Organization, which is aimed at reducing global greenhouse gas emissions from the international shipping sector, and threatened measures against countries that support it. The announcement, made in a joint statement by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, Energy Secretary…
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JOHOR DARUL TA’ZIM (JDT) striker Bergson da Silva made history by matching Indra Putra Mahayuddin’s record as the all-time top scorer in the Malaysian Super League with 106 goals. His decisive extra-time strike sealed a thrilling 5-3 comeback victory over Negeri Sembilan FC at the Sultan Ibrahim Stadium. Negeri Sembilan stunned the defending champions early…
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SEOUL: South Korea’s former first lady Kim Keon Hee has been arrested after a court late on Tuesday issued a warrant to arrest her following accusations of graft that she denies, a special prosecutor leading a wide-reaching probe said. Kim is South Korea’s only former first lady to be arrested, joining her husband, ex-President Yoon…
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PARIS: French President Emmanuel Macron formally acknowledged France’s role in violent repression during Cameroon’s struggle for independence in a letter signed on July 30 but only disclosed on Tuesday. The letter, addressed to Cameroonian President Paul Biya, follows the findings of a joint Franco-Cameroonian commission that investigated France’s role and involvement against the fight for…
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KUALA LUMPUR: All mosques and surau under the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM) and the Federal Territories Islamic Religious Department (JAWI) will conduct solat hajat and Yasin recitations this Thursday. The prayers are dedicated to Zara Qairina Mahathir, a Form One student who passed away recently. Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs)…
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KUALA LUMPUR: The Sepang International Circuit (SIC) is maintaining its target of attracting 200,000 spectators to watch the World Motorcycle Championship (MotoGP) over three days at the 2025 Malaysian Grand Prix (GP) on Oct 24-26. SIC Chief Executive Officer Azhan Shafriman Hanif said the company was aware of the high target compared to the previous…
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SAO PAULO: Brazilian exporters of orange juice byproducts will suffer a major revenue decline from a hefty 50% U.S. tariff imposed on many of the country’s products in early August, industry trade group CitrusBR said on Tuesday. The economic impact can amount to 1.54 billion reais ($285.45 million), including from the 50% tariff on orange…
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EUROPEAN champions Paris Saint-Germain said on Tuesday they have signed Ukrainian centre-back Illia Zabarnyi from Premier League club Bournemouth. British media reports said the deal was worth around £57 million ($76.7 million, 66 million euros). “Paris Saint-Germain are excited to welcome Illia Zabarnyi,“ PSG said in a statement, adding he would be the first Ukrainian…
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UNITED NATIONS: United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned Israel and Russia on Tuesday that he has significant concerns about patterns of certain forms of sexual violence by their armed and security forces, according to a report seen by Reuters. The alleged crimes included incidents of genital violence, prolonged forced nudity of captives, and abusive and…
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PETALING JAYA: Fifty-five cases of drug abuse involving electronic cigarettes or vapes were recorded in the first half of 2025 alone, said the Health Ministry. Citing police figures, it said a total of 64 investigation papers were opened in 2024 on the issue. “Alarmingly, over 70% of these cases tested positive for banned substances such…
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TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR manager Thomas Frank expressed confidence his team will be competitive in their UEFA Super Cup clash against Paris Saint-Germain. The match marks Frank’s first official game in charge after replacing Ange Postecoglou, who was sacked despite winning the Europa League last season. Frank acknowledged PSG’s strong form after their dominant Champions League triumph…
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WASHINGTON: Friday’s Alaska summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin “is a listening exercise for the president,“ the White House said on Tuesday, tempering expectations for a quick Russia-Ukraine ceasefire deal. “Only one party that’s involved in this war is going to be present, and so this is for the president…
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DIOGO JOTA revealed the emotional meaning behind his last Liverpool goal in a touching interview before his death in a car crash. Jota and his brother Andre Silva died when their Lamborghini went off the road in the accident in northern Spain on July 3. The Portugal forward was on his way back to England…
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WASHINGTON: The United States announced criminal charges against Haitian gang leader and former police officer Jimmy “Barbeque” Cherizier and a North Carolina man on Tuesday for conspiring to violate U.S. sanctions. The July 17 indictment, unsealed in U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, alleges that Cherizier and Bazile Richardson, also known as “Fredo…
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LONDON: Red Bull further extended their interests in sport on Tuesday by investing in rugby union for the first time by taking over English top-flight strugglers Newcastle. The Austria-based energy drinks company already has significant interests in football, motor racing and winter sports. The club will now be known as Newcastle Red Bulls. Oliver Mintzlaff,…
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QUITO: Ecuadorean President Daniel Noboa on Tuesday led a march against a decision by the constitutional court to temporarily suspend provisions in recently-passed security laws, in what critics have said is an attempt to curtail judicial independence. Noboa has said the march was intended to preserve vital efforts to combat crime gangs, but detractors say…
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PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN coach Luis Enrique on Tuesday defended his decision to freeze out Gianluigi Donnarumma ahead of the new season, insisting he needed a goalkeeper with a “different” profile. Donnarumma appears set to move after PSG signed Lucas Chevalier from Lille, before Luis Enrique left the Italian out of his squad for Wednesday’s UEFA Super…
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GERMANY international defender Malick Thiaw on Tuesday completed a permanent move to Premier League club Newcastle from AC Milan. The 24-year-old centre-back agreed a long-term deal for an undisclosed fee reported to be worth an initial 35 million euros ($40 million). “I’m really excited to join this massive club. I can’t wait to start training…
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PARIS ST GERMAIN have omitted goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma from their squad for the UEFA Super Cup clash against Tottenham Hotspur. Reports suggest the Italy international could be leaving the French champions amid ongoing transfer speculation. Donnarumma played a crucial role in PSG’s Ligue 1 and Champions League triumphs last season. The 26-year-old has won three…
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CRYSTAL PALACE are exploring legal options after losing their appeal against UEFA’s decision to demote them from the Europa League to the Conference League. The Court of Arbitration for Sport upheld UEFA’s ruling, which stemmed from a multi-club ownership breach involving Eagle Football Group. At the time of assessment, Eagle Football Group held majority ownership…
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UDINE: Tottenham Hotspur manager Thomas Frank confirmed midfielder Yves Bissouma has been excluded from the squad for Wednesday’s Super Cup match against Paris St Germain. The decision follows repeated instances of lateness by the Ivory Coast international. Frank stated, “Bissouma has been late several times and now this time, it was one too many.” He…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia aims to lead the world in syariah-compliant artificial intelligence (AI) with the launch of NurAI, the first syariah-compliant large language model, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. He said NurAI builds on Malaysia’s strengths as a global leader in halal certification, Islamic finance and syariah scholarship, positioning the nation…
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GIANLUIGI DONNARUMMA has confirmed his imminent exit from Paris St Germain after being excluded from the squad by manager Luis Enrique. The Italian goalkeeper was left out of PSG’s Super Cup line-up, signalling the end of his time at the club. Donnarumma played a key role in PSG’s historic treble-winning campaign last season, including their…
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ENGLAND midfielder Jack Grealish joined Everton on a season-long loan from Manchester City on Tuesday as he seeks to restart his stalled international career. The deal was announced by both clubs, without financial details. City paid Aston Villa 100 million pounds ($135.08 million) for the player, now 29, in 2021 but he fell out of…
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PETALING JAYA: Thirty-one cases of bullying have been reported in eight public universities over the past decade, the Higher Education Ministry revealed yesterday, vowing zero tolerance for such misconduct. Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir told the Dewan Rakyat that the incidents, recorded between 2014 and 2025, involved both physical and cyberbullying. He said…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Suruhanjaya Pencegahan Rasuah Malaysia (SPRM) Sabah menahan dua ahli perniagaan disyaki mengemukakan tuntutan mengandungi butiran palsu. Program Bantuan Industri Kecil dan Sederhana (IKS) bernilai lebih RM3.6 juta terlibat dalam kes ini. Menurut sumber SPRM, kedua-dua suspek lelaki dan wanita berusia lingkungan 50-an ditahan kira-kira 11 pagi tadi. Mereka hadir di Pejabat SPRM Sabah…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Kementerian Pendidikan (KPM) akan melaksanakan sesi libat urus dengan semua pihak berkepentingan bagi menjelaskan garis panduan menangani salah laku buli. Menteri Pendidikan Fadhlina Sidek berkata langkah itu adalah maklum balas kepada salah satu tuntutan dalam memorandum #KeadilanUntukZara. “Kementerian juga terbuka terhadap pandangan dan cadangan untuk menambah baik garis panduan sedia ada,“ katanya dalam…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Kerajaan sedang mengkaji keperluan undang-undang khusus berkaitan kecerdasan buatan (AI) bagi menangani cabaran perundangan yang timbul. Menteri di Jabatan Perdana Menteri (Undang-Undang dan Reformasi Institusi) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said menyatakan sistem sedia ada perlu diperbaiki kerana isu AI melibatkan pendekatan berbeza termasuk beban pembuktian dan integriti dokumen. “Kini, semua dokumen dalam talian…
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PUTRAJAYA: Agensi Kawalan dan Perlindungan Sempadan Malaysia (AKPS) melaporkan peningkatan 26 peratus kes Notis Penolakan Masuk (NTL) di Lapangan Terbang Antarabangsa Kuala Lumpur Terminal 1 (KLIA1) dari Mei hingga Julai 2025. Jumlah kes NTL meningkat daripada 900 pada Mei kepada 987 pada Jun, sebelum mencecah 1,134 kes pada Julai. AKPS dalam kenyataan hari ini menyatakan…
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KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Meteorological Department has warned of thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds across eight states until 1am on Wednesday. Affected areas in Kelantan include Gua Musang while Terengganu sees impacts in Kuala Nerus, Hulu Terengganu, Kuala Terengganu, Marang, Dungun and Kemaman. Pahang districts of Jerantut, Kuantan and Pekan face similar weather conditions…
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KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has detained three individuals in separate cases involving false claims in Sabah and Selangor. In Sabah, two businesspersons were arrested for allegedly submitting fraudulent claims under the Small and Medium Industry (SMI) Assistance Programme. The suspects, a man and a woman in their 50s, were detained at the…
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MELAKA: Jabatan Pengangkutan Jalan (JPJ) Melaka menyita tujuh kenderaan mewah bernilai hampir RM6 juta dalam Op Khas Luxury sejak 1 Julai lalu. Pengarah JPJ Melaka Siti Zarina Mohd Yusop berkata kenderaan terbabit termasuk Bentley, Porsche, BMW dan Toyota Alphard. Kenderaan tersebut disita kerana pelbagai kesalahan seperti lesen tamat tempoh dan tiada insurans. Beliau menyatakan pemilik…
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DENGKIL: Modul pendidikan di Pusat Pemulihan Penagihan Narkotik (PUSPEN) akan diubah suai kepada modul Pendidikan dan Latihan Teknikal dan Vokasional (TVET). Timbalan Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi menyatakan transformasi ini membuka peluang kerjaya profesional kepada bekas klien pusat tersebut. Beliau menekankan pendekatan baharu diperlukan untuk memastikan mereka kembali produktif dalam komuniti selepas…
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