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Anwar Condemns ‘Malicious’ Attack on Rafizi’s Son

PETALING JAYA: Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has condemned the recent attack on the child of Pandan MP and former Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli, describing it as a “malicious and treacherous act.” “We are still grappling with the issue of bullying in schools, and now another deeply regrettable act has occurred,” Anwar said in a statement… Continue reading

Two secondary schoolgirls charged with assault and unlawful confinement in Sungai Petani

SUNGAI PETANI: Two 13-year-old girls pleaded not guilty in the Magistrate’s Court here today to charges of assault and unlawful confinement of a schoolmate. The Form One students denied the joint charges read before Magistrate Mohamad Azlan Basri. Lawyer N Nagaratnam, representing both accused, confirmed the first charge involved injuring the victim in a school… Continue reading

Negeri Sembilan mandates Jalur Gemilang display for civil servants

SEREMBAN: The Negeri Sembilan government has made it compulsory for department heads and civil servants to fly the Jalur Gemilang and state flag at their residences until Sept 16. Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun stated that department heads, including those residing outside the state, must display both flags at their homes. He added that… Continue reading

Home Ministry probes attack on Rafizi’s son

PETALING JAYA: The Ministry of Home Affairs has expressed grave concern following an incident involving an attack on the child of Pandan MP and former Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli in Putrajaya today. Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail (pic) said he had personally contacted Rafizi to convey sympathy and concern to him and his family.… Continue reading

Chinese man sues gym after paying over RM500k for 300-year membership, owner disappears

A fitness enthusiast in eastern China has taken a gym to court after spending over 870,000 yuan (approx. RM506,580) on memberships and lessons spanning an astonishing 300 years — only for the management to vanish with his money. The man, identified as Jin, told Zhejiang Television that he had been a loyal member of Ranyan… Continue reading

Rafizi’s son attacked with syringe at Putrajaya mall

PETALING JAYA: The son of Pandan MP and former Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli was attacked with a syringe by an unidentified assailant outside a shopping mall in Putrajaya today. In a statement, Rafizi said the incident occurred at about 1.45pm as his wife and child were getting into their car to leave the mall. “Suddenly,… Continue reading

Tour de France Singapore Criterium returns for fourth edition in 2025

THE Tour de France Singapore Criterium returns for its fourth edition on 1–2 November 2025, bringing the speed, strategy, and spectacle of elite cycling back to the streets of Marina Bay. Leading this year’s line-up is Jasper Philipsen, to reclaim the Tour de France Singapore Criterium title he won in 2023, after being edged out… Continue reading

RM4.15 bil approved for 17 Kelantan projects including flood mitigation

KOTA BHARU: The federal government has approved RM4.15 billion for 17 development projects in Kelantan through the Department of Irrigation and Drainage (JPS). Menteri Besar Datuk Mohd Nassuruddin Daud confirmed the allocation includes flood mitigation initiatives to protect residents and property. He stated the flood mitigation projects reflect strong collaboration and timely execution by all… Continue reading

Zara Qairina death probe shifts to criminal elements, bullying

KUALA LUMPUR: The investigation into the death of Form One student Zara Qairina Mahathir from Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Agama (SMKA) Tun Datu Mustapha in Papar, Sabah, which was initially classified as sudden death, will now focus on possible criminal elements, including bullying. At a press conference here today, Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department (CID) director… Continue reading

Rafizi’s son hospitalised after Putrajaya mall car park attack

PETALING JAYA: The 12-year-old son of Pandan MP Rafizi Ramli (pic) is receiving medical treatment following an assault that took place at a shopping mall car park in Putrajaya, today. Rafizi confirmed his child’s condition to media outlets, stating that his son is “undergoing check and will be under observation.” The former PKR deputy president… Continue reading

Grab Malaysia partners with Liga Wanita Nasional (LWN) championing women’s empowerment in sports

WOMEN’S football is gaining momentum in Malaysia, and Grab Malaysia is proud to partner with Liga Wanita Nasional (LWN) as the ‘Official e-Hailing & Food Delivery Platform’ for the league. It aims to elevate the league and amplify the voices of women athletes, ensuring women’s football receives the recognition and support it deserves. The collaboration… Continue reading

Premier League Trophy coming to KL

THE Premier League Trophy is coming to Kuala Lumpur this August, and Guinness is inviting eligible Premier League fans to be part of a moment that will go down in football history. From 22 to 24 August 2025, the iconic Trophy will be on display at Pavilion KL. On the first day, Friday, 22 August,… Continue reading

Israel approves new Gaza offensive plan amid ceasefire talks in Cairo

JERUSALEM: The Israeli military confirmed on Wednesday it had authorised operational plans for a renewed offensive in Gaza, following the security cabinet’s directive to capture Gaza City. Armed forces chief Lieutenant General Eyal Zamir “approved the main framework for the IDF’s operational plan in the Gaza Strip,“ according to an official army statement. Prime Minister… Continue reading

Three Malaysian teens to train at Tottenham Hotspur via Dashing Talent Scholarship

THREE young Malaysian footballers will get the chance to train at Tottenham Hotspur’s elite academy in London. The opportunity comes through the Dashing Talent Scholarship, an initiative by a men’s grooming brand, targeting players aged 15 to 18. A total of 120 shortlisted talents will compete for the three coveted spots at the prestigious English… Continue reading

European satellite launches to boost extreme weather monitoring

KOUROU: A new European satellite designed to improve extreme weather monitoring blasted into orbit aboard an Ariane 6 rocket from French Guiana. The MetOp-SGA1 satellite will provide earlier warnings for deadly heatwaves, storms and other disasters across Europe as part of a US-led global weather tracking system. “Metop-SGA1 observations will help meteorologists improve short- and… Continue reading

Swiss pilot breaks solar plane altitude record with 9,521-metre flight

GENEVA: Swiss pilot Raphael Domjan has set a new altitude record for solar-powered electric aircraft by reaching 9,521 metres during a landmark flight from Sion airport. The SolarStratos team confirmed the achievement on Wednesday, surpassing the previous 9,235-metre record held since 2010 by Solar Impulse pilot Andre Borschberg. Domjan’s five-hour and nine-minute flight utilised warm… Continue reading

Greece battles wildfire near Patras as heatwave fuels blazes across Europe

ATHENS: Firefighters are working tirelessly to control a wildfire threatening Greece’s third-largest city Patras, one of more than 20 fires prompting the country to request European Union support. Strong winds and arid conditions have intensified fires nationwide during a heatwave affecting southern Europe, with Spain, Portugal, Montenegro and Albania also combating blazes. Since early Wednesday,… Continue reading

Police probe UTM Palapes cadet’s death, record 22 statements

JOHOR BAHRU: Police have taken statements from 22 individuals as part of the investigation into the death of Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) student Syamsul Haris Shamsudin. Johor police chief Comm Ab Rahaman Arsad confirmed the statements were collected from doctors, family members, friends, and coaches. Authorities are still awaiting the full post-mortem report from Kota… Continue reading

Zelensky urges allies to counter Russian deception in Ukraine war

KYIV: President Volodymyr Zelensky warned Ukraine and its allies must resist Russian deception tactics as they prepare for crucial diplomatic talks in Berlin. “Pressure must be exerted on Russia for the sake of a fair peace,“ Zelensky stated on social media ahead of meetings with European leaders and US president Donald Trump. The Ukrainian leader… Continue reading

South Korean president to meet Japan PM in Tokyo ahead of US talks

SEOUL: South Korean President Lee Jae Myung will meet Japan’s prime minister in Tokyo next week on his way to a planned sitdown with US President Donald Trump, both governments said Wednesday. Lee had previously announced an August 25 meeting in Washington where he and Trump are to hammer out details of their recent trade… Continue reading

MOTAC allocates RM10.14m for Negeri Sembilan tourism and heritage projects

SEREMBAN: The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) has approved RM10.14 million for Negeri Sembilan under the Restoration, Conservation, Renovation and Upgrading Programme (PPUN). Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun stated that the funding highlights the federal government’s commitment to preserving the state’s heritage and tourism identity. A total of 18 projects across districts… Continue reading

Nurul Izzah sebut pemergian Zara Qairina satukan rakyat Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR: Timbalan Presiden Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) Nurul Izzah Anwar menyatakan pemergian Allahyarham Zara Qairina Mahathir, 13, telah menyatukan rakyat Malaysia merentasi sempadan dan perbezaan. Nurul Izzah berkata sebagai seorang ibu, beliau amat memahami kesedihan yang ditanggung oleh ibu Allahyarham yang hanya mahu melihat anaknya membesar seperti kanak-kanak lain, sihat dan ceria. “Zara Qairina… Continue reading

Dua pelajar perempuan didakwa kurung dan cedera rakan sekolah

SUNGAI PETANI: Dua pelajar perempuan tingkatan satu mengaku tidak bersalah di Mahkamah Majistret di sini hari ini atas pertuduhan mengurung dan mencederakan seorang rakan sekolah mereka bulan lepas. Kedua-dua remaja berusia 13 tahun itu membuat pengakuan selepas pertuduhan dibacakan oleh Majistret Mohamad Azlan Basri dalam prosiding tertutup. Peguam N. Nagaratnam yang mewakili mereka memaklumkan bahawa… Continue reading

ASEAN perlu perkukuh kerjasama latihan kemahiran hadapi era digital

KUALA LUMPUR: ASEAN perlu memperkukuh kerjasama dalam latihan kemahiran bagi memenuhi keperluan ekonomi abad ke-21, kata Menteri Sumber Manusia Steven Sim. Beliau berkata kemunculan teknologi kecerdasan buatan (AI) seperti pelancaran terbaru ChatGPT 5.0 menguatkan kebimbangan bahawa AI berpotensi menggantikan tenaga kerja yang dilatih secara konvensional. “Dalam era apabila AI mampu berfikir, dunia masih memerlukan individu… Continue reading

PETRA to enhance National Water Policy for sustainable supply in Malaysia

KOTA BHARU: The Energy Transition and Water Transformation Ministry (PETRA) is prioritising the National Water Policy to ensure safe and sustainable water supply nationwide. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof stated that this initiative will bolster water security and position Malaysia as a dynamic water hub. He highlighted the policy’s potential to drive economic… Continue reading

Kerajaan lulus RM4.15 bilion untuk projek tebatan banjir dan pemuliharaan pantai di Kelantan

KOTA BHARU: Kerajaan Persekutuan melalui Kementerian Peralihan Tenaga dan Transformasi Air (PETRA) meluluskan peruntukan pembangunan sebanyak RM4.15 bilion untuk dilaksanakan di Kelantan, merangkumi 17 projek bagi mengurangkan kejadian banjir dan memulihara pantai. Menteri Besar Kelantan Datuk Mohd Nassuruddin Daud berkata ini termasuk pelaksanaan projek Rancangan Tebatan Banjir (RTB) sebagai benteng pertahanan rakyat dan pelindung harta… Continue reading

Pengarah syarikat didakwa 13 pertuduhan guna dokumen palsu

KUALA LUMPUR: Seorang pengarah syarikat didakwa di Mahkamah Sesyen di sini hari ini atas 13 pertuduhan menggunakan tuntutan perjalanan dan invois palsu berjumlah 33,000 ringgit dua tahun lepas. Foong Lai Sim, 51, pengarah Inovix (M) Sdn Bhd yang menjalankan perniagaan cenderamata premium dan korporat, mengaku tidak bersalah selepas kesemua pertuduhan dibacakan terhadapnya. Wanita itu didakwa… Continue reading

ATM beri kerjasama penuh siasatan pegawai terlibat sindiket penyeludupan

KUALA LUMPUR: Angkatan Tentera Malaysia (ATM) akan memberikan kerjasama penuh kepada Suruhanjaya Pencegahan Rasuah Malaysia (SPRM) berhubung siasatan penahanan beberapa pegawainya yang disyaki terlibat sindiket penyeludupan barang larangan termasuk dadah dan rokok. Panglima Angkatan Tentera Jen Tan Sri Mohd Nizam Jaffar berkata siasatan akan dijalankan terperinci dan ATM tidak akan melindungi atau berkompromi terhadap mana-mana… Continue reading

Negeri Sembilan wajibkan ketua jabatan dan penjawat awam kibarkan bendera

SEREMBAN: Kerajaan Negeri Sembilan mewajibkan semua ketua jabatan dan penjawat awam di negeri itu mengibarkan bendera di kediaman masing-masing sehingga 16 September ini. Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun berkata ketua jabatan diwajibkan memasang dua bendera iaitu Jalur Gemilang dan bendera Negeri Sembilan, manakala penjawat awam perlu mengibarkan sekurang-kurangnya bendera Malaysia di kediaman mereka. Beliau… Continue reading

Police hunt suspect after infant’s body found buried at PPR Gua Musang

GUA MUSANG: Police are searching for a suspect connected to the discovery of a prematurely born baby boy buried at a playground here. The infant was found at a People’s Housing Project (PPR) following a public tip-off at 10.30 pm. Gua Musang police chief Supt Sik Choon Foo confirmed the case in a statement today.… Continue reading

Negeri Sembilan peruntuk RM10.14 juta untuk pelancongan dan pemuliharaan warisan

SEREMBAN: Kementerian Pelancongan, Seni dan Budaya (MOTAC) memperuntukkan RM10.14 juta melalui Program Pemulihan, Pemuliharaan, Ubah Suai dan Naik Taraf (PPUN) kepada Negeri Sembilan bagi tahun ini, sebagai usaha strategik memulihara warisan serta memperkukuh sektor pelancongan negeri. Menteri Besar Negeri Sembilan Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun berkata peruntukan itu satu komitmen holistik dan strategik kerajaan Persekutuan dalam… Continue reading

PGA tahan tiga lelaki, rampasan minuman keras tidak bercukai RM1.23 juta

SHAH ALAM: Pasukan Gerakan Am (PGA) Bukit Aman berjaya menahan tiga lelaki termasuk seorang warga Myanmar dalam operasi bersepadu intra/inter agensi di sebuah premis di Shah Alam, Selangor. Menurut kenyataan PGA, serbuan itu turut merampas 57,816 tin minuman keras pelbagai jenis yang tidak bercukai serta sebuah lori dan empat telefon bimbit pelbagai jenama. “Kesemua rampasan… Continue reading

Wanita warga emas maut dibakar pasangan kekasih diupah along

JOHOR BAHRU: Seorang wanita warga emas berusia 72 tahun maut selepas rumahnya di Kampung Bukit Siput, Segamat, dibakar oleh sepasang kekasih yang dipercayai diupah sindiket pemberi pinjaman wang haram atau ‘along’ dari Singapura pada 25 Julai lalu. Ketua Polis Johor CP Ab Rahaman Arsad berkata Pusat Kawalan Ibu Pejabat Polis Daerah Segamat menerima panggilan kecemasan… Continue reading

PETRA komited perkukuh dasar air negara untuk bekalan lestari

KOTA BHARU: Kementerian Peralihan Tenaga dan Transformasi Air (PETRA) komited memperkukuh pelaksanaan Dasar Air Negara sebagai pemacu kepada transformasi sektor air negara bagi memastikan bekalan air yang selamat, berdaya maju dan lestari kepada rakyat. Timbalan Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof berkata usaha itu bukan sahaja memperkukuh keterjaminan sumber air negara malah turut mendorong Malaysia… Continue reading

Cincinnati Open rain delays Zverev and Pegula mid-match

RAIN and lightning disrupted play at the ATP and WTA Cincinnati Open, leaving key matches unfinished. Alexander Zverev was leading Brandon Nakashima 6-4, 5-4 when the weather forced a stoppage. Jessica Pegula was locked in a battle with Magda Linette, trailing 7-6 (7/5) but winning the second set 6-3 before the delay. Toronto champion Ben… Continue reading

PGA tahan lapan pendatang tanpa izin dan rampas ganja lebih 3kg di Tumpat

TUMPAT: Pasukan Gerakan Am (PGA) berjaya menahan lapan pendatang tanpa izin warga Myanmar serta merampas dadah disyaki ganja seberat lebih 3 kilogram (kg) di kawasan pengkalan haram Pohon Tar, Pengkalan Kubor pada Isnin. Komander Briged Tenggara PGA Datuk Nik Ros Azhan Nik Ab Hamid menjelaskan bahawa operasi itu dilaksanakan di bawah Op Taring Wawasan Kelantan… Continue reading

Barcelona aim to strengthen defence while keeping attacking flair in Champions League

WHILE Barcelona thrilled fans with 102 La Liga goals last season, coach Hansi Flick admits defensive improvements are needed. The Catalan giants secured a domestic treble with teenage sensation Lamine Yamal and Raphinha leading their attack. However, Flick’s high-pressing tactics often left Barcelona exposed at the back, leading to dramatic but risky matches. Their 7-6… Continue reading

Kelantan akui hutang AKSB RM61 juta kepada TNB, selesaikan secara berperingkat

KOTA BHARU: Kerajaan Kelantan mengakui Air Kelantan Sdn Bhd (AKSB) mempunyai tunggakan bil elektrik sebanyak RM61 juta dengan Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) dan akan menyelesaikan hutang itu secara berperingkat. Pengerusi Jawatankuasa Kerja Raya, Infrastruktur, Air dan Pembangunan Luar Bandar negeri Datuk Dr Izani Husin berkata tunggakan itu berlaku antaranya disebabkan pandemik COVID-19 dan Perintah Kawalan… Continue reading

PBT akan beri notis perobohan jeti haram di Sungai Golok

KOTA BHARU: Kerajaan Kelantan melalui pihak berkuasa tempatan (PBT) akan menghantar notis pemberitahuan kepada pemilik jeti haram di sepanjang Sungai Golok bagi menyegerakan kerja perobohan. Timbalan Menteri Besar Datuk Mohamed Fadzli Hassan berkata objektif utama langkah itu diambil bagi memastikan aktiviti yang bersifat penyeludupan, khususnya dadah dapat ditangani. “Kita menyokong sepenuhnya langkah polis untuk meroboh… Continue reading

Jakim anjur majlis bacaan Yasin dan solat hajat untuk Allahyarham Zara Qairina

PUTRAJAYA: Jabatan Kemajuan Islam Malaysia (Jakim) akan mengadakan majlis bacaan Yasin dan solat hajat khas untuk Allahyarham Zara Qairina Mahathir esok selepas solat Maghrib di semua masjid dan surau bawah kelolaannya. Ketua Pengarah Jakim Datuk Dr Sirajuddin Suhaimee menyatakan majlis ini dilaksanakan mengikut arahan Menteri di Jabatan Perdana Menteri (Hal Ehwal Agama) Datuk Dr Mohd… Continue reading

Perak rancang pusat perlindungan haiwan jalanan untuk tangani isu haiwan terbiar

IPOH: Kerajaan Perak merancang untuk menyediakan pusat perlindungan sementara bagi haiwan jalanan sebagai sebahagian daripada usaha menangani isu populasi haiwan terbiar di negeri ini. Pengerusi Jawatankuasa Perumahan dan Kerajaan Tempatan negeri Sandrea Ng Shy Ching berkata pihaknya sedang bekerjasama dengan pertubuhan bukan kerajaan (NGO) untuk mengenal pasti lokasi yang sesuai bagi tujuan itu. Beliau berkata… Continue reading

Paul Pogba’s Monaco comeback race against Ligue 1 season start

PAUL Pogba’s return to Monaco has sparked excitement as the 2018 World Cup winner seeks redemption after years of setbacks. The former Manchester United star faces a race against time to regain form before the 2025-26 Ligue 1 season begins. Pogba dreams of reclaiming his place in the France national team, calling his Monaco move… Continue reading

Tiga lelaki Nigeria dan wanita Indonesia ditahan dalam kes love scam

MELAKA: Polis berjaya menumpaskan sindiket penipuan “love scam” dengan menahan tiga lelaki warga Nigeria dan seorang wanita Indonesia dalam serbuan di tiga unit pangsapuri di Taman Klebang Jaya awal pagi semalam. Ketua Polis Melaka Datuk Dzulkhairi Mukhtar berkata kesemua individu terbabit berusia antara 39 hingga 47 tahun. Polis turut merampas pelbagai peralatan seperti komputer riba… Continue reading

Fenerbahce stuns Feyenoord 5-2 as Rangers set up Club Brugge clash

JOSE Mourinho’s Fenerbahce staged a remarkable comeback to defeat Feyenoord 5-2 in the Champions League third qualifying round. The Turkish side had lost the first leg 2-1 in the Netherlands and fell behind again when Tsuyoshi Watanabe scored for Feyenoord. Archie Brown and Jhon Duran struck before halftime to level the tie for Fenerbahce. Fred,… Continue reading

Sellers slammed for exploiting Zara Qairina tragedy

THE recent death of Zara Qairina has sparked nationwide grief — but it has also triggered anger, as individuals and businesses are accused of exploiting the tragedy by selling merchandise such as car stickers and keychains bearing her name and image. Images circulating online show products featuring Zara’s face and phrases associated with her case… Continue reading

Perak to set up temporary shelters for stray animals – EXCO

IPOH: The Perak government is planning to establish temporary shelters for stray animals to tackle the rising issue of abandoned pets. State Housing and Local Government Committee chairman Sandrea Ng Shy Ching said the state is collaborating with NGOs to identify suitable locations. “These shelters will be managed by NGOs with minimal state facilitation while… Continue reading

Selangor allocates RM26.62m aid to 873 schools for 2025

KLANG: The Selangor government has allocated RM26.62 million to 873 schools under the 2025 Selangor State School Assistance Programme. Sekolah Agama Rakyat received the highest allocation of RM11 million, followed by Chinese national-type schools with RM6 million. Tamil national-type schools were granted RM5 million, while Chinese independent schools received RM2 million. National primary and secondary… Continue reading

ASEAN must boost skills training collaboration for digital and green economy

KUALA LUMPUR: ASEAN must strengthen collaboration in skills training to prepare for the challenges of a digital and green economy, said Human Resources Minister Steven Sim. He warned that artificial intelligence, including ChatGPT 5.0, threatens traditional jobs, making skills-based training more crucial than ever. “In an age when AI can do the thinking, the world… Continue reading

US to probe Smithsonian museums for removal of partisan narratives

WASHINGTON: The administration of US President Donald Trump has ordered a sweeping review of several Smithsonian museums to ensure their exhibitions promote American exceptionalism and eliminate “divisive or partisan narratives.” The move comes as Trump continues to exert influence over major cultural institutions since beginning his second term in January, alongside significant cuts to arts… Continue reading

Iraqi Kurdish police arrest opposition leader in Sulaimaniyah

SULAIMANIYAH: Police in the Kurdish autonomous region of northern Iraq confirmed the arrest of Shaswar Abdulwahid, leader of the main opposition party New Generation. Abdulwahid was detained at his home in Sulaimaniyah on Tuesday under a court warrant and is scheduled to appear before a judge on Wednesday. A police spokesman, Sarkout Ahmed, stated that… Continue reading