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Nepalese worker seriously injured in wild elephant attack in Gua Musang

GUA MUSANG: A Nepalese plantation worker sustained serious injuries after being attacked by a wild elephant near Metro Blau Estate in Pos Blau. Gua Musang police chief Superintendent Sik Choon Foo confirmed the victim as Muhammad Shukri Abdulah, originally named Muti Bahadur Bayambu, aged 54. The incident occurred at approximately 5.30 pm yesterday while the… Continue reading

Logging and plastic waste threaten biodiversity at ASEAN environment meet

LANGKAWI: Climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution dominated discussions at the three-day 18th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting on the Environment (AMME-18) here. Acting Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani stated climate change represents a global challenge requiring collective action. Malaysia remains committed to fulfilling its international commitments under United Nations agreements.… Continue reading

FAM expects presidents to serve full term despite unforeseen circumstances

THE Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) has emphasised that its presidential elections are conducted with the expectation that the chosen candidate will serve a complete term. Acting FAM president Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mahadi stated this principle guides every election process while acknowledging the possibility of unforeseen circumstances. “When we elect someone as president, we at… Continue reading

MCMC removes 31 fake Facebook accounts misusing NSRC name

PUTRAJAYA: The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission has identified and removed 31 fake Facebook accounts that were misusing the name of the National Scam Response Centre. MCMC emphasised in a statement that such misuse not only misleads the public but also undermines the efforts and focus of the NSRC in protecting society from online fraud.… Continue reading

Pope Leo raises ‘tragic situation in Gaza’ in meeting with Israeli president

VATICAN CITY: Pope Leo discussed the “tragic situation in Gaza” during a meeting on Thursday with Israeli President Isaac Herzog and called for a permanent ceasefire in the Palestinian enclave, the Vatican said. The pontiff also called for the release of the remaining hostages held by the Palestinian militant group Hamas, the statement said, and… Continue reading

Vehicle prices determined by market forces, not government control

KUALA LUMPUR: Vehicle selling prices in Malaysia are determined by market forces rather than government control according to the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry. The ministry explained that the government provides various incentives and tax exemptions for locally assembled vehicles through the Ministry of Finance. These incentives aim to encourage the use of locally… Continue reading

Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani has died

ROME: Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani has died, the company said on Thursday. “With infinite sorrow, the Armani Group announces the passing of its creator, founder, and tireless driving force: Giorgio Armani,“ the fashion house said in a statement. Armani, who was 91, was synonymous with modern Italian style and elegance. He combined the flair… Continue reading

Senate passes Consumer Credit Bill 2025 to regulate credit industry

KUALA LUMPUR: The Dewan Negara has passed the Consumer Credit Bill 2025 following a debate involving eight senators. Deputy Finance Minister Lim Hui Ying tabled the bill for its second and third readings. She stated that the bill establishes a regulatory framework for the credit industry and creates a Consumer Credit Commission for stronger consumer… Continue reading

Nepal to block some social media including Facebook

KATHMANDU: Nepal said on Thursday it would block access to several social media platforms, including Facebook, after they failed to register with authorities in a crackdown on misuse. The government says users with fake IDs are spreading hatred and rumours, committing cyber crime, and disturbing social harmony via some platforms in a nation where 90%… Continue reading

ASEAN Power Grid needs over US$50 billion for completion, says Fadillah

KUCHING: The ASEAN Power Grid project requires over US$50 billion to reach completion according to Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. Fadillah, who serves as Minister of Energy Transition and Water Transformation, stated that existing financing from international banks remains insufficient for the ambitious regional initiative. He confirmed that the World Bank has allocated… Continue reading

Father and son missing after fishing trip in Kabong waters

SARIKEI: A father and son fishing team have been reported missing after failing to return from their trip in Kabong waters yesterday. The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency confirmed that Tuah Bujang, 57, and his son Mohd Aiman Tuah, 24, both from Kabong, were expected back yesterday evening but never arrived. The Maritime Rescue Sub-Centre in… Continue reading

Malaysia manufacturing investments remain strong despite global uncertainty

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s manufacturing sector investment performance continues to demonstrate strength despite global economic uncertainties and tariff policy impacts. The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry confirmed this resilience through approved investment achievements for 2024 and first-half 2025 performance. Approved investments across all economic sectors reached a record RM378.5 billion in 2024, marking a 14.9%… Continue reading

Parents’ food donation becomes tahlil for drowned children in car incident

PORT DICKSON: A couple’s planned charitable food distribution at Tanjung Agas Mosque has transformed into a tahlil ceremony for their two children who drowned in a car incident today. The parents had originally intended to distribute 400 food packets to Friday congregants for three consecutive weeks as infaq charity. Family friend Aahanisa Hamid expressed shock… Continue reading

Malaysian police bust international child pornography syndicate

KUALA LUMPUR: The recently dismantled syndicate selling pornographic content involving infants and children is suspected to have international connections according to police authorities. Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department director Datuk M. Kumar confirmed that foreign agencies provided crucial information about the syndicate’s operations in distributing abusive material. He explained that numerous videos and images depicting… Continue reading

Google services restored after outage hits millions across Europe

ISTANBUL: Access to Google services was restored Thursday after a region-wide outage cut off millions of users across dozens of countries, with disruptions reported on platforms including YouTube, Gmail and Maps, Anadolu Ajansi reported. Monitoring site DownDetector said reports of outages surged around 10 am local time (0700GMT), as users struggled to access multiple Google… Continue reading

KLIA Aerotrain service availability improves to 99.93% despite glitch

PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB) has reaffirmed its commitment to providing safe and reliable services after a technical glitch briefly interrupted the KLIA Aerotrain service. The incident was caused by a dislodged current collector device which resulted in a temporary power loss to one train. MAHB managing director Datuk Mohd Izani Ghani expressed disappointment… Continue reading

Malaysia reaffirms commitment to Korean Peninsula peace and denuclearisation

PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia maintains its firm advocacy for peace, stability, and denuclearisation on the Korean Peninsula through diplomatic and peaceful channels. The Foreign Ministry reiterated Malaysia’s consistent support for inclusive dialogue, regional cooperation, and full adherence to international law in a statement issued on Thursday. The ministry clarified that Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s brief… Continue reading

Over 13,400 workers join Malaysia’s Progressive Wage Policy since January

KUALA LUMPUR: The Progressive Wage Policy has enrolled 13,403 workers and 1,167 employers since its implementation began in January 2025. The Social Security Organisation confirmed the participation figures in a statement released today. Notable participating companies include Rocket Integration Technology, Rovski Industries, Sri Lara Joint Security Services, Tripfez Travel and Tours, and Mitrajaya Holdings. The… Continue reading

Johor issues guidelines to prevent activities against Islamic teachings

ISKANDAR PUTERI: The Johor government will introduce new guidelines to ensure that activities, including cultural performances, remain free from practices contrary to Islamic teachings. State Islamic Religious Affairs Committee chairman Mohd Fared Mohd Khalid said the guidelines were developed in collaboration with Universiti Tun Hussien Onn Malaysia. He stated that these guidelines will serve as… Continue reading

Selangor maps unowned infrastructure to tackle flooding and maintenance

SHAH ALAM: The Selangor government is conducting a comprehensive inventory of unowned infrastructure throughout the state to address persistent maintenance problems and frequent flooding in specific locations. State Infrastructure and Agriculture Committee chairman Datuk Izham Hashim explained that the mapping process includes roads, slopes, retention ponds, and bridges which currently lack any official department or… Continue reading

Queen visits grave of late Corporal Muhammad Faizal

KUALA LUMPUR: Her Majesty Raja Zarith Sofiah, Queen of Malaysia, today visited the grave of the late Corporal Muhammad Faizal Abd Razak at the Kampung Kuantan Muslim Cemetery in Batang Kali, Selangor. According to a post on Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar’s Facebook page, Her Majesty also met with Muhammad Faizal’s widow, Noratiqah Mohamad Sayuti, at… Continue reading

Bank Negara keeps OPR at 2.75%, cites resilient demand and global growth

PETALING JAYA: Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) has maintained the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 2.75% as the central bank’s indicators point towards continued expansion in global growth, supported by sustained consumer spending and front-loading activities. OCBC Global Market Research senior Asian economist Lavanya Venkateswaran, in a report, said BNM’s assessment of growth risks is more… Continue reading

Furniture industry urged to diversify beyond traditional export hubs

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s furniture industry must urgently diversify its export markets and not rely too heavily on traditional hubs, said Deputy Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Chan Foong Hin. He said there is a need to explore emerging markets where demand for sustainable, high-quality furniture is increasing and business ties are less exposed to geopolitical… Continue reading

CAAM: Malaysia’s aviation sector heading towards full recovery

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia’s aviation sector is on track for full recovery, with monthly passenger trafï¬c reaching 9.3 million in July 2025, the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) said today. This represents a 3.9% month-on-month (MoM) increase from June and a 5.3% year-on-year (YoY) rise compared to July 2024. The ï¬gure now stands at 96.8%… Continue reading

Pathologist leaves suicide verdict to court in Zara Qairina inquest

KOTA KINABALU: The pathologist who performed the post-mortem on Form One student Zara Qairina Mahathir testified that determining whether her death was suicide remains a matter for the court to decide. Dr Jessie Hiu, a 58-year-old forensic specialist from Queen Elizabeth Hospital, maintained this position under repeated questioning from lawyer Datuk Ram Singh during the… Continue reading

UN staff held in Yemen suspected of spying for Israel: Huthi official

SANAA: UN staff arrested by Yemen’s Huthi rebels earlier this week are suspected of spying for Israel and the United States, a Huthi official told AFP Thursday on condition of anonymity. At least 11 United Nations workers were detained on Sunday after an Israeli air strike killed the Huthis’ prime minister and about half of… Continue reading

19 JPA sponsored students secure places in world’s top 20 universities

PUTRAJAYA: Nineteen students sponsored by the Public Service Department for the 2023 intake have secured placements at prestigious universities ranked within the top twenty globally by QS World University Rankings. The department announced this outstanding achievement resulted from the students’ hard work, high discipline, and extraordinary determination throughout their A-Level studies. These exceptional students will… Continue reading

DEEP system must drive integrity reform in Malaysia, says EAIC chairman

PUTRAJAYA: The Demerit Performance Evaluation system must function as a catalyst for comprehensive integrity reforms rather than merely serving as a monitoring tool according to Enforcement Agency Integrity Commission chairman Tan Sri Dr Ismail Bakar. He emphasised that the system should strengthen internal controls ensure proper follow-up on misconduct reports and enhance enforcement capabilities across… Continue reading

Timely completion key for Sarawak development projects says Fadillah

KUCHING: Timely completion remains the top priority for all development projects in Sarawak according to Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. He stated that this matter was among the key points discussed during the Sarawak State Development Action Committee meeting held at Wisma Bapa Malaysia. “Various strategic approaches were discussed to accelerate project implementation… Continue reading

Tan Cheong Min wins silver for Malaysia at World Wushu Championships

NATIONAL wushu athlete Tan Cheong Min has secured a silver medal for Malaysia at the 17th World Wushu Championships in Brasília. Competing in the women’s nandao event, Cheong Min delivered an impressive performance to score 9.726 points. She narrowly missed the gold medal by a mere 0.02 points to the world champion from China, who… Continue reading

Two siblings drown after car slides into river in Port Dickson

PORT DICKSON: A six-year-old boy and his eight-year-old sister drowned after their family’s parked car slid into Sungai Tanjung Agas. Their parents, both in their 40s, survived the tragic incident which occurred while the family had stopped to rest and fish. Port Dickson police chief Superintendent Maslan Udin confirmed a distress call was received at… Continue reading

Afghanistan earthquake death toll tops 2,200, survivors face aid crunch

KABUL: Rescue workers on Thursday pulled bodies from the rubble of homes razed in Afghanistan’s earthquakes as the confirmed death toll topped 2,200, while homeless survivors faced a bleak future with global aid agencies warning of dwindling resources. Search operations continued in the quake-hit mountainous eastern areas, the Taliban administration said, announcing a new death… Continue reading

High Court dismisses Najib’s contempt application against former AG

KUALA LUMPUR: The High Court dismissed former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak’s application for leave to initiate committal proceedings against former Attorney-General Tan Sri Ahmad Terrirudin Mohd Salleh for alleged contempt of court. Judge Alice Loke Yee Ching ruled that Najib had failed to prove a prima facie case for contempt in his application… Continue reading

Immigration officer referred for disciplinary action over pass approval

PUTRAJAYA: The Enforcement Agency Integrity Commission has received a complaint against an immigration officer at the Malaysian Immigration Department Kluang Branch in Johor. The officer allegedly approved a pass renewal for a non-citizen without the knowledge and consent of the Malaysian citizen spouse. EAIC conducted an investigation according to subsection 27(4) of the Enforcement Agency… Continue reading

AMMTC crucial for ASEAN cooperation against transnational crime

PUTRAJAYA: Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail has emphasised the ASEAN Ministerial Meeting on Transnational Crime as a crucial strategic platform for regional cooperation against complex crime threats. He stated that AMMTC brings together ministers to discuss, coordinate, and strengthen collective efforts in combating transnational crime. Saifuddin Nasution highlighted that regional security and stability… Continue reading

500 more Indian youths join Malaysia-China TVET programme

KUALA LUMPUR: Another 500 Indian youths will join the Malaysia-China Youth Technical and Vocational Education and Training programme through the Malaysian Indian Transformation Unit. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi announced these additional places alongside full scholarship opportunities at two Chinese universities for technical training. The approval came following a request from… Continue reading

Last-minute lapse cost Harimau Muda dearly against Lebanon

THE Harimau Muda squad’s hopes of securing all three points were dashed by a lapse in the dying minutes, resulting in Malaysia’s 0-1 defeat to Lebanon in the opening match of the 2026 AFC U-23 Asian Cup Qualifiers yesterday. Head coach Nafuzi Zain said his players displayed good football including creating several golden chances but… Continue reading

Court of Appeal dismisses ex-KL Tower operator’s committal bid

PUTRAJAYA: The Court of Appeal has dismissed a leave application by former Kuala Lumpur Tower operator Menara Kuala Lumpur Sdn Bhd and its parent company Hydroshoppe Sdn Bhd to commence committal proceedings against the government and several companies. A three-member bench comprising Justices Datuk Che Mohd Ruzima Ghazali, Datuk Seri Mohd Firuz Jaffril and Ong… Continue reading

Perak to table Islamic religious schools control bill at state assembly

IPOH: The Perak State Legislative Assembly will table the Islamic Religious Schools Control Enactment (Perak) 2025 and Islamic Religious Administration Enactment (Perak) (Amendment) 2025 bills during its upcoming sitting from September 9 to 11. State Assembly Speaker Datuk Mohammad Zahir Abdul Khalid confirmed that Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad will present both bills for… Continue reading

Projek pembangunan Sarawak perlu ikut jadual jadi keutamaan – Fadillah

KUCHING: Menyelesaikan projek pembangunan mengikut jadual menjadi keutamaan bagi setiap projek di Sarawak menurut Timbalan Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. Perkara itu dibincangkan dalam mesyuarat Jawatankuasa Tindakan Pembangunan Negeri Sarawak di Wisma Bapa Malaysia. Pelbagai pendekatan strategik dibincangkan bagi mempercepatkan pelaksanaan projek serta memastikan manfaatnya dapat dinikmati rakyat Sarawak. Dengan kerjasama dan iltizam semua… Continue reading

19 pelajar tajaan JPA tembus universiti terbaik dunia QS ranking

PUTRAJAYA: Seramai 19 pelajar tajaan Jabatan Perkhidmatan Awam (JPA) Ambilan 2023 berjaya menempatkan diri di universiti terkemuka dunia yang tersenarai dalam 20 teratas QS World University Rankings. Kejayaan itu adalah hasil usaha gigih, disiplin tinggi dan daya juang luar biasa pelajar dan pendidik sepanjang mengikuti pengajian peringkat A-Level. Antara universiti berprestij yang menjadi destinasi pelajar… Continue reading

East Coast dedicated TVET institution proposed for Budget 2026 consideration

PUTRAJAYA: The government is considering a proposal to establish a dedicated Technical and Vocational Education and Training institution specifically for the East Coast region under Budget 2026. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi stated this initiative aims to align with the East Coast ecosystem and boost youth participation in the maritime sector.… Continue reading

Tiktok diminta sediakan mekanisme berkesan tangani pengguna bawah 13 tahun

KUALA LUMPUR: Platform media sosial TikTok diminta menyediakan mekanisme berkesan berikutan kaedah sedia ada gagal membendung kehadiran pengguna di bawah usia 13 tahun, kata Menteri Komunikasi Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. Beliau berkata justeru itu, platform media sosial berkenaan diarah membincangkan kaedah tersebut dengan Polis Diraja Malaysia (PDRM) serta Suruhanjaya Komunikasi dan Multimedia (MCMC). “Kami (Kementerian Komunikasi)… Continue reading

Malaysia Techlympics 2025 Sarawak zone draws 1,300 participants

KUCHING: A total of 1,300 participants from 80 schools across Sarawak took part in the Malaysia Techlympics 2025 for the Sarawak Zone at the CIDB Convention Centre. Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation (MOSTI) deputy secretary-general (Planning and Science Enculturation) Ruziah Shafei stated that Malaysia Techlympics serves as a strategic platform to promote Science, Technology,… Continue reading

China’s Xi holds talks with North Korea’s Kim in Beijing

BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping and Kim Jong Un met for talks in Beijing on Thursday, state media reported, while the North Korean leader is in China on a rare foreign visit. Kim and Russia’s Vladimir Putin flanked Xi at a massive parade of Chinese military might on Wednesday in Beijing, where underwater drones, massive… Continue reading

Johari Abdul calls for Malaysianisation of diverse cultural heritage

KUALA LUMPUR: Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul stated that Malaysia’s cultural diversity should be promoted as Malaysian culture rather than being associated with specific races. He emphasised that efforts to strengthen the concept of Malaysianisation need to be driven collectively by the government, non-governmental organisations, and society. “We have a lot of culture,“… Continue reading

FBI employees worry Trump’s Washington surge is exposing unmarked cars

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump’s surge of federal law enforcement into Washington, D.C., is exposing the FBI’s fleet of unmarked cars, potentially risking its ability to do its most sensitive national security and surveillance work, nine current and former employees of the bureau warned. The surge, which the White House has said is meant to crack… Continue reading

Banker laments customer buying Honda City RS with RM2k salary, netizens ask “How do you eat?”

BANK employees in Malaysia are once again shaking their heads over unrealistic buyer expectations. A recent Threads post went viral after one banker shared a story about a customer whose demands were, frankly, absurd. ALSO READ: “Prices go up, salaries stay same” – M’sian says surviving on RM2.5k salary in KL is akin to playing… Continue reading

Defence Minister urges patience on Palapes cadet death probe

SERDANG: Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin has urged all parties to await the results of the second post-mortem conducted on Reserve Officers Training Unit cadet Syamsul Haris Shamsudin and refrain from speculation. The armed forces have questioned more than 30 individuals including instructors and fellow trainees to determine whether foul play contributed to… Continue reading

DXN invests in Dubai property for leadership and training hub

CYBERJAYA: DXN Holdings Bhd, a leading global manufacturer of nutraceutical products, announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Daxen Middle East Food Manufacturing LLC, signed a sale and purchase agreement (SPA) to acquire a residential apartment unit at Burj Khalifa, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, for AED6.4 million (approximately RM7.4 million). The acquisition, financed entirely through internally generated… Continue reading