PSG’s Marco Asensio joins Fenerbahce on permanent three-year deal

PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN playmaker Marco Asensio has completed a permanent transfer to Turkish Super Lig side Fenerbahce on deadline day. Fenerbahce confirmed the agreement with the French champions via a social media announcement on Monday. The Spanish international has signed a contract with an initial three-year term plus an optional one-year extension. Asensio joined PSG from… Continue reading PSG’s Marco Asensio joins Fenerbahce on permanent three-year deal

Gennaro Gattuso not afraid as Italy face crucial World Cup qualifiers

NEW Italy head coach Gennaro Gattuso insists he feels no fear despite being wound up like a spring before his first matches in charge. Italy face crucial 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Estonia and Israel this week following a troubled start to their campaign. The Azzurri risk missing a third consecutive World Cup after sitting… Continue reading Gennaro Gattuso not afraid as Italy face crucial World Cup qualifiers
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Gennaro Gattuso not afraid as Italy face crucial World Cup qualifiers

NEW Italy head coach Gennaro Gattuso insists he feels no fear despite being wound up like a spring before his first matches in charge. Italy face crucial 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Estonia and Israel this week following a troubled start to their campaign. The Azzurri risk missing a third consecutive World Cup after sitting… Continue reading Gennaro Gattuso not afraid as Italy face crucial World Cup qualifiers

Bayer Leverkusen sack Erik ten Hag after just two Bundesliga matches

BAYER LEVERKUSEN have dismissed manager Erik ten Hag after only two Bundesliga matches in charge. The club stated that retaining the Dutch coach would have constituted an even greater error than his initial appointment. Ten Hag joined Leverkusen in May on a contract until 2027, succeeding Xabi Alonso who departed for Real Madrid. His tenure… Continue reading Bayer Leverkusen sack Erik ten Hag after just two Bundesliga matches
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Bayer Leverkusen sack Erik ten Hag after just two Bundesliga matches

BAYER LEVERKUSEN have dismissed manager Erik ten Hag after only two Bundesliga matches in charge. The club stated that retaining the Dutch coach would have constituted an even greater error than his initial appointment. Ten Hag joined Leverkusen in May on a contract until 2027, succeeding Xabi Alonso who departed for Real Madrid. His tenure… Continue reading Bayer Leverkusen sack Erik ten Hag after just two Bundesliga matches

FIA presidential candidate Tim Mayer calls for partnership culture in motorsport

FIA presidential hopeful Tim Mayer pledges culture change from controversy to partnership, addressing diversity and grassroots development.The sole candidate seeking to lead global motorsport’s governing body has called for a fundamental cultural shift following numerous public disputes between Formula One drivers and current president Mohammed Ben Sulayem. Tim Mayer told AFP he aims to establish… Continue reading FIA presidential candidate Tim Mayer calls for partnership culture in motorsport
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FIA presidential candidate Tim Mayer calls for partnership culture in motorsport

FIA presidential hopeful Tim Mayer pledges culture change from controversy to partnership, addressing diversity and grassroots development.The sole candidate seeking to lead global motorsport’s governing body has called for a fundamental cultural shift following numerous public disputes between Formula One drivers and current president Mohammed Ben Sulayem. Tim Mayer told AFP he aims to establish… Continue reading FIA presidential candidate Tim Mayer calls for partnership culture in motorsport

Former British heavyweight boxer Joe Bugner dies aged 75

FORMER British heavyweight boxer Joe Bugner has died at the age of 75. The Hungary-born fighter famously took both Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier the distance during their 1970s contests. Bugner faced Ali twice, including a world title bout in Kuala Lumpur in 1975, losing each contest on points. His notable opponents included American Earnie… Continue reading Former British heavyweight boxer Joe Bugner dies aged 75
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Former British heavyweight boxer Joe Bugner dies aged 75

FORMER British heavyweight boxer Joe Bugner has died at the age of 75. The Hungary-born fighter famously took both Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier the distance during their 1970s contests. Bugner faced Ali twice, including a world title bout in Kuala Lumpur in 1975, losing each contest on points. His notable opponents included American Earnie… Continue reading Former British heavyweight boxer Joe Bugner dies aged 75

RTG programme success proven by Malaysian badminton medal wins

SEPANG: Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh has declared the Road To Gold programme a clear success following Malaysia’s medal achievements at the Badminton World Federation World Championships. Chen Tang Jie and Toh Ee Wei captured the mixed doubles gold while Pearly Tan and M. Thinaah secured silver in the women’s doubles event in Paris.… Continue reading RTG programme success proven by Malaysian badminton medal wins
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RTG programme success proven by Malaysian badminton medal wins

SEPANG: Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh has declared the Road To Gold programme a clear success following Malaysia’s medal achievements at the Badminton World Federation World Championships. Chen Tang Jie and Toh Ee Wei captured the mixed doubles gold while Pearly Tan and M. Thinaah secured silver in the women’s doubles event in Paris.… Continue reading RTG programme success proven by Malaysian badminton medal wins

Anwar Ibrahim meets Xi Jinping and Chinese Premier in Beijing to boost ties

BEIJING: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim continues his working visit to China with high-level meetings in Beijing today. He will pay a courtesy call on President Xi Jinping at the Great Hall of the People this evening. This marks their fourth in-person meeting following President Xi’s state visit to Malaysia in April. Anwar is… Continue reading Anwar Ibrahim meets Xi Jinping and Chinese Premier in Beijing to boost ties
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Anwar Ibrahim meets Xi Jinping and Chinese Premier in Beijing to boost ties

BEIJING: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim continues his working visit to China with high-level meetings in Beijing today. He will pay a courtesy call on President Xi Jinping at the Great Hall of the People this evening. This marks their fourth in-person meeting following President Xi’s state visit to Malaysia in April. Anwar is… Continue reading Anwar Ibrahim meets Xi Jinping and Chinese Premier in Beijing to boost ties

Arsenal sign Piero Hincapie on loan from Bayer Leverkusen

ARSENAL have completed the signing of Ecuadorian defender Piero Hincapie from Bayer Leverkusen on a season-long loan deal. The Premier League club confirmed the transfer on Monday, bringing the twenty three year old to North London. Hincapie made over one hundred appearances for Leverkusen after joining the German club in 2021. He played a key… Continue reading Arsenal sign Piero Hincapie on loan from Bayer Leverkusen
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Arsenal sign Piero Hincapie on loan from Bayer Leverkusen

ARSENAL have completed the signing of Ecuadorian defender Piero Hincapie from Bayer Leverkusen on a season-long loan deal. The Premier League club confirmed the transfer on Monday, bringing the twenty three year old to North London. Hincapie made over one hundred appearances for Leverkusen after joining the German club in 2021. He played a key… Continue reading Arsenal sign Piero Hincapie on loan from Bayer Leverkusen

Spurs sign France forward Kolo Muani on loan from PSG for season

TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR have completed the signing of French forward Randal Kolo Muani from Paris St Germain on a loan deal for the remainder of the season. Kolo Muani spent the second half of last season on loan at Juventus where he scored five goals in his first three Serie A games. The forward also featured… Continue reading Spurs sign France forward Kolo Muani on loan from PSG for season
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Spurs sign France forward Kolo Muani on loan from PSG for season

TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR have completed the signing of French forward Randal Kolo Muani from Paris St Germain on a loan deal for the remainder of the season. Kolo Muani spent the second half of last season on loan at Juventus where he scored five goals in his first three Serie A games. The forward also featured… Continue reading Spurs sign France forward Kolo Muani on loan from PSG for season

Marc Guehi’s Liverpool transfer collapses as Crystal Palace keep captain

CRYSTAL PALACE defender Marc Guehi’s proposed transfer to Liverpool has collapsed despite the Premier League champions agreeing a reported £35 million deal. The 25-year-old England international, who is out of contract at the end of the season, reportedly underwent a medical in London ahead of the move. Palace manager Oliver Glasner made it clear after… Continue reading Marc Guehi’s Liverpool transfer collapses as Crystal Palace keep captain
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Marc Guehi’s Liverpool transfer collapses as Crystal Palace keep captain

CRYSTAL PALACE defender Marc Guehi’s proposed transfer to Liverpool has collapsed despite the Premier League champions agreeing a reported £35 million deal. The 25-year-old England international, who is out of contract at the end of the season, reportedly underwent a medical in London ahead of the move. Palace manager Oliver Glasner made it clear after… Continue reading Marc Guehi’s Liverpool transfer collapses as Crystal Palace keep captain

Antony joins Real Betis in €25 million deal from Manchester United

REAL BETIS have completed the signing of Manchester United forward Antony in a transfer package worth 25 million euros. The deal includes a 50% net sell-on clause for any future transfer profit made by the Spanish club. Antony received no pay-off from Manchester United as part of his departure from the Premier League club. The… Continue reading Antony joins Real Betis in €25 million deal from Manchester United
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Antony joins Real Betis in €25 million deal from Manchester United

REAL BETIS have completed the signing of Manchester United forward Antony in a transfer package worth 25 million euros. The deal includes a 50% net sell-on clause for any future transfer profit made by the Spanish club. Antony received no pay-off from Manchester United as part of his departure from the Premier League club. The… Continue reading Antony joins Real Betis in €25 million deal from Manchester United

Manchester United’s Rasmus Hojlund joins Napoli on season-long loan deal

NAPOLI have acquired Danish striker Rasmus Hojlund from Manchester United through a season-long loan arrangement. The Serie A champions confirmed the transfer on Monday to address their striking shortage after Romelu Lukaku sustained a thigh injury. Lukaku’s absence left Lorenzo Lucca, on loan from Udinese, as the only available forward in manager Antonio Conte’s squad.… Continue reading Manchester United’s Rasmus Hojlund joins Napoli on season-long loan deal

McLaren boss Stella backs Norris to show fighting spirit after Dutch GP

MCLAREN team principal Andrea Stella expects Lando Norris to demonstrate his fighting spirit following his retirement in Sunday’s Dutch Grand Prix. The British driver now trails Australian teammate Oscar Piastri by thirty four points in their Formula One championship battle with nine rounds remaining. Norris stated on Sunday that he would be going full-on to… Continue reading McLaren boss Stella backs Norris to show fighting spirit after Dutch GP
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McLaren boss Stella backs Norris to show fighting spirit after Dutch GP

MCLAREN team principal Andrea Stella expects Lando Norris to demonstrate his fighting spirit following his retirement in Sunday’s Dutch Grand Prix. The British driver now trails Australian teammate Oscar Piastri by thirty four points in their Formula One championship battle with nine rounds remaining. Norris stated on Sunday that he would be going full-on to… Continue reading McLaren boss Stella backs Norris to show fighting spirit after Dutch GP

Nurturing a love of reading

THE launch of the 2025 edition of the Sports Toto Malaysia (STM) “Reading My Companion” programme brought the joy of reading to 11 “micro-sized” Chinese primary schools across Penang, Selangor, Negri Sembilan, Malacca and Johor. Among the 11 schools chosen for the successful reading programme were SJK (C) Li Tek ‘B’ and SKJ(C) Heng Ee… Continue reading Nurturing a love of reading
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Algerian boxer Khelif appeals to CAS over World Boxing genetic test ban

BERLIN: Algerian Olympic gold medallist Imane Khelif has formally appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport against World Boxing’s decision to bar her from competitions unless she undergoes genetic sex testing. The appeal seeks to overturn the ruling and allow Khelif to compete at the 2025 World Boxing Championships without undergoing the controversial test.… Continue reading Algerian boxer Khelif appeals to CAS over World Boxing genetic test ban
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Algerian boxer Khelif appeals to CAS over World Boxing genetic test ban

BERLIN: Algerian Olympic gold medallist Imane Khelif has formally appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport against World Boxing’s decision to bar her from competitions unless she undergoes genetic sex testing. The appeal seeks to overturn the ruling and allow Khelif to compete at the 2025 World Boxing Championships without undergoing the controversial test.… Continue reading Algerian boxer Khelif appeals to CAS over World Boxing genetic test ban

Coco Gauff feels empty after US Open loss to Naomi Osaka

COCO GAUFF confessed to experiencing a “little bit empty” feeling following her heavy US Open defeat against Naomi Osaka on Monday. The loss dashed her hopes of securing a second title within three years at Flushing Meadows. Gauff delivered an erratic performance during her 6-3, 6-2 fourth round loss to fellow former champion Osaka. “It’s… Continue reading Coco Gauff feels empty after US Open loss to Naomi Osaka

Ringgit opens higher against US dollar ahead of BNM policy meeting

KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit opened higher on Tuesday but is likely to trade cautiously today as traders will be observing Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) Monetary Policy Committee meeting this Thursday, along with the United States (US) non-farm payrolls (NFP) report on Friday. At 8 am, the local note rose to 4.2205/2300 against the US dollar… Continue reading Ringgit opens higher against US dollar ahead of BNM policy meeting
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Ringgit opens higher against US dollar ahead of BNM policy meeting

KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit opened higher on Tuesday but is likely to trade cautiously today as traders will be observing Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) Monetary Policy Committee meeting this Thursday, along with the United States (US) non-farm payrolls (NFP) report on Friday. At 8 am, the local note rose to 4.2205/2300 against the US dollar… Continue reading Ringgit opens higher against US dollar ahead of BNM policy meeting

North Korea’s Kim visits lab researching intercontinental missiles

SEOUL: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un on Monday visited a missile laboratory researching carbon fibre composite materials to be used in engines for intercontinental ballistic missiles, state media KCNA said on Tuesday. Since then, Kim has crossed the border into China on his special train early Tuesday to attend China’s celebration of the formal… Continue reading North Korea’s Kim visits lab researching intercontinental missiles
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North Korea’s Kim visits lab researching intercontinental missiles

SEOUL: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un on Monday visited a missile laboratory researching carbon fibre composite materials to be used in engines for intercontinental ballistic missiles, state media KCNA said on Tuesday. Since then, Kim has crossed the border into China on his special train early Tuesday to attend China’s celebration of the formal… Continue reading North Korea’s Kim visits lab researching intercontinental missiles

Anwar calls for global governance reform at SCO summit in China

TIANJIN: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called for urgent reform of global governance structures while warning about multilateral system failures. He stated that the United Nations no longer appears to have the aspiration or will to reform itself as the gap between ideals and action continues widening. “Between aspirations and realities lies a… Continue reading Anwar calls for global governance reform at SCO summit in China
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Anwar calls for global governance reform at SCO summit in China

TIANJIN: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called for urgent reform of global governance structures while warning about multilateral system failures. He stated that the United Nations no longer appears to have the aspiration or will to reform itself as the gap between ideals and action continues widening. “Between aspirations and realities lies a… Continue reading Anwar calls for global governance reform at SCO summit in China

Penang MACC detains five police officers in bribery investigation

GEORGE TOWN: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) in Penang today detained five police officers, including a senior officer, suspected of soliciting and accepting bribes of nearly RM9,000 in exchange for not taking action against the offence of stolen motorcycle possession. According to a source, the five male suspects, in their 20s to 40s, were arrested… Continue reading Penang MACC detains five police officers in bribery investigation
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Penang MACC detains five police officers in bribery investigation

GEORGE TOWN: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) in Penang today detained five police officers, including a senior officer, suspected of soliciting and accepting bribes of nearly RM9,000 in exchange for not taking action against the offence of stolen motorcycle possession. According to a source, the five male suspects, in their 20s to 40s, were arrested… Continue reading Penang MACC detains five police officers in bribery investigation

UK provides £1 million aid for Afghanistan earthquake victims

LONDON: Britain has announced emergency funding support for victims of the recent earthquakes in Afghanistan. The assistance will be channelled through international partners to ensure it does not reach the country’s Taliban administration. Sunday’s disaster ranks among Afghanistan’s worst earthquakes, killing over 800 people and injuring at least 2,800 according to authorities. Rescue operations continue… Continue reading UK provides £1 million aid for Afghanistan earthquake victims
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UK provides £1 million aid for Afghanistan earthquake victims

LONDON: Britain has announced emergency funding support for victims of the recent earthquakes in Afghanistan. The assistance will be channelled through international partners to ensure it does not reach the country’s Taliban administration. Sunday’s disaster ranks among Afghanistan’s worst earthquakes, killing over 800 people and injuring at least 2,800 according to authorities. Rescue operations continue… Continue reading UK provides £1 million aid for Afghanistan earthquake victims

SARA aid transactions hit RM110 million in two days nationwide

KUALA LUMPUR: The Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) aid programme achieved RM110 million in transactions during its first two days of implementation. More than 1.7 million recipients nationwide made purchases using their allocated credits during this period. The Ministry of Finance reported that over 900,000 recipients had spent RM60 million as of 9:30 pm on the… Continue reading SARA aid transactions hit RM110 million in two days nationwide
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SARA aid transactions hit RM110 million in two days nationwide

KUALA LUMPUR: The Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) aid programme achieved RM110 million in transactions during its first two days of implementation. More than 1.7 million recipients nationwide made purchases using their allocated credits during this period. The Ministry of Finance reported that over 900,000 recipients had spent RM60 million as of 9:30 pm on the… Continue reading SARA aid transactions hit RM110 million in two days nationwide

Guyana votes in election to decide spending of oil wealth

GEORGETOWN: Polls have closed in Guyana’s general election where voters cast ballots on Monday to choose 65 members of parliament and a president who will determine how riches from the South American country’s hydrocarbon boom will be spent. The country of 800,000 people has earned some $7.5 billion in revenue from oil sales and royalties… Continue reading Guyana votes in election to decide spending of oil wealth
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Guyana votes in election to decide spending of oil wealth

GEORGETOWN: Polls have closed in Guyana’s general election where voters cast ballots on Monday to choose 65 members of parliament and a president who will determine how riches from the South American country’s hydrocarbon boom will be spent. The country of 800,000 people has earned some $7.5 billion in revenue from oil sales and royalties… Continue reading Guyana votes in election to decide spending of oil wealth

Three police reports lodged over Justice for Zara rally in Tawau

TAWAU: Police have received three reports concerning the Justice for Zara solidarity rally held at Tawau Municipal Council Square. Tawau police chief ACP Jasmin Hussin confirmed the reports relate to an individual allegedly making seditious remarks against the Yang Dipertua Negeri of Sabah. A case file has been opened under Section 4(1) of the Sedition… Continue reading Three police reports lodged over Justice for Zara rally in Tawau

Kim Jong Un crosses into China by train for WWII surrender event

SEOUL: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un crossed the border into China on his special train early Tuesday to attend China’s celebration of the formal surrender of Japan in World War Two, North Korean state media said on Tuesday. Kim left Pyongyang for China on Monday and crossed into China early Tuesday morning, North Korea’s… Continue reading Kim Jong Un crosses into China by train for WWII surrender event
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RM100 SARA aid provides relief for families facing rising living costs

KUALA LUMPUR: The one-off RM100 Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) aid credited to MyKad starting 31 August has provided timely relief for many households facing the rising cost of living. In Kedah, housewife Siti Noraziah Rashid said the aid came just as her family’s income was disrupted by rainy weather that prevented her husband from tapping… Continue reading RM100 SARA aid provides relief for families facing rising living costs

Kim Jong Un crosses into China by train for WWII surrender event

SEOUL: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un crossed the border into China on his special train early Tuesday to attend China’s celebration of the formal surrender of Japan in World War Two, North Korean state media said on Tuesday. Kim left Pyongyang for China on Monday and crossed into China early Tuesday morning, North Korea’s… Continue reading Kim Jong Un crosses into China by train for WWII surrender event

Gaza aid flotilla departs Barcelona after weather delay with activists

MADRID: A flotilla of dozens of boats loaded with humanitarian aid for Gaza departed Barcelona port on Monday evening after stormy weather forced an earlier return. Some vessels from the Global Sumud Flotilla Mission sounded their horns as they left the Spanish port. Activists at the port chanted “Free, free Palestine” as the boats set… Continue reading Gaza aid flotilla departs Barcelona after weather delay with activists

IAEA finds uranium traces in Syria linked to site bombed by Israel

VIENNA: The United Nations nuclear watchdog has discovered traces of uranium in Syria during its investigation into a building destroyed by Israel in 2007. The International Atomic Energy Agency has long believed the site was probably an undeclared nuclear reactor. The government of former Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad claimed the Deir al-Zor site was a… Continue reading IAEA finds uranium traces in Syria linked to site bombed by Israel

UN refugee agency to cut budget by 20% and close Southern Africa office

GENEVA: The United Nations refugee agency will reduce its budget by nearly one fifth next year due to severe financial constraints despite rising global displacement. UNHCR plans to operate with $8.5 billion in 2026 compared to $10.2 billion in 2025 according to budget documents published online. The agency will close its Southern Africa bureau and… Continue reading UN refugee agency to cut budget by 20% and close Southern Africa office

Ukrainian children start school year in underground classrooms for safety

KHARKIV: Ukrainian parents sent their children to underground classrooms for the start of the school year as the ongoing conflict with Russia continues to disrupt daily life. Some 17,000 children in Ukraine’s second-largest city are attending schools set up underground to protect them from frequent Russian attacks. Seven such schools are currently in operation, with… Continue reading Ukrainian children start school year in underground classrooms for safety