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Sara aid implementation faces early hiccups

PETALING JAYA: Some treated it as a shopping spree, others as a way to stretch their ringgit, but from midnight yesterday Malaysians were already queuing at supermarkets to redeem the government’s one-off RM100 Bantuan Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (Sara), channelled to 22 million citizens. Federation of Malaysian Consumers Associations president Dr Saravanan Thambirajah said overcrowding and… Continue reading

US Treasury confident Supreme Court will uphold Trump tariffs legality

ARLINGTON (Virginia): President Donald Trump’s administration plans new measures to tackle the high cost of housing in the coming weeks, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told Reuters in an interview on Monday. Emphasizing the urgency of the situation, Bessent described it as an “all hands on deck” challenge. Bessent told the Washington Examiner in a… Continue reading

Shoppers left frustrated, public urged to delay purchases

PETALING JAYA: Malaysians are being urged to delay using the government’s Sara aid after its much-anticipated rollout on Aug 31 was marred by long queues, technical glitches and confusion at stores nationwide. “Those who can still use cash or e-wallets, let the needy redeem first. Wait a week or two before using MyKad,” Twitter user… Continue reading

Woman who tried to approach Perak Sultan held

IPOH: A woman who attempted to approach the Sultan of Perak Sultan Nazrin Shah on the grandstand during the state-level National Day parade on Aug 31 has been remanded for three days starting yesterday. Ipoh police chief ACP Abang Zainal Abidin Abang Ahmad said the remand order against the 41-year-old woman was issued by magistrate… Continue reading

Nestle CEO dismissed over undisclosed relationship with subordinate

ZURICH: Nestle has abruptly dismissed its CEO Laurent Freixe for failing to disclose a romantic relationship with a subordinate, the Swiss food giant said on Monday, a dramatic removal exactly a year after he took the reins. The maker of products ranging from KitKat to Nesquik said that it had appointed veteran insider Philipp Navratil,… Continue reading

‘Equality key to true freedom for PwD’

PETALING JAYA: For Persatuan OKU Sentral president Datuk Dr Ras Adiba Radzi, the meaning of Merdeka goes beyond freedom from colonial rule. To her, it means living in a Malaysia where persons with disabilities (PwD) are treated as equals and fully included in every aspect of national life. “Merdeka really means that I, as a… Continue reading

Dele Alli leaves Como after just 10 minutes of playing time

Former Tottenham Hotspur and Everton midfielder Dele Alli has parted ways with Italian club Como after playing just ten minutes for the team. The Serie A side confirmed the mutual termination of his contract on Monday following their joint agreement. The twenty nine year old joined Como in January on an eighteen month deal but… Continue reading

Liverpool sign Alexander Isak from Newcastle for British record fee

LIVERPOOL have broken the British transfer record by signing Swedish striker Alexander Isak from Newcastle United for a reported £125 million. The 25-year-old forward finally secured his desired move to the English champions after a summer-long standoff with his former club. This fee surpasses Chelsea’s previous British record of £107 million paid for Enzo Fernandez… Continue reading

Aston Villa swoop to sign midfielders Sancho and Elliott on loan

LONDON: Aston Villa have secured loan deals for midfielders Jadon Sancho from Manchester United and Harvey Elliott from Liverpool to reinforce their squad. The Midlands club announced both signings on Monday following a disappointing start to the Premier League season. Sancho returns to English football after a previous loan spell at Chelsea last season following… Continue reading

PG Jewel targets expansion to 200 stores nationwide in next few years

KUALA LUMPUR: PG Jewel Sdn Bhd, the jewellery arm of Aurora Italia International Bhd, is targeting expansion to 200 outlets nationwide in the next few years, up from just three it currently has. Director Jessie Ng said the jeweller has launched its first flagship store in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, two months ago and will open… Continue reading

Port Klang secures spot in top 10 busiest ports globally

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia has marked a major milestone in global shipping as Port Klang broke into the world’s top 10 busiest container ports for the first time. According to Lloyd’s List 2025, Port Klang now ranks 10th worldwide, surpassing Hong Kong and underscoring Malaysia’s growing role in international trade. The announcement coincides with the nation’s… Continue reading

Syria exports first crude oil shipment in 14 years after sanctions lifted

TARTUS (Syria): Syria exported 600,000 barrels of heavy crude oil on Monday from the port of Tartus as part of a deal with a trading firm, a Syrian energy official told Reuters, the first known official export of Syrian oil in 14 years. Syria exported 380,000 barrels of oil per day (bpd) in 2010, a… Continue reading

Newcastle sign Wissa from Brentford to replace Isak

NEWCASTLE UNITED clinched the 55 million pounds ($74.30 million)signing of Brentford striker Yoane Wissa on Monday shortly after it was confirmed that their Sweden forward Alexander Isak had joined Liverpool for a British record transfer fee. The 28-year-old DR Congo international has been the number one target for Newcastle since it became clear that Isak… Continue reading

Bayern land striker Jackson on loan from Chelsea

BAYERN MUNICH have signed 24-year-old Senegal striker Nicolas Jackson on loan from Chelsea for the rest of the season, both clubs said on Monday. According to British media, the German champions will be obliged to make the deal permanent for 56.2 million pounds ($75.92 million) if he reaches a set number of appearances. The loan… Continue reading

Congo rebels accuse government of undermining peace efforts

GOMA: The Congo River Alliance has accused the Congolese government of violating agreements intended to end the ongoing conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. This coalition of insurgent groups includes the prominent M23 rebels currently engaged in intensified fighting across the region. Fighting in eastern Congo has escalated significantly this year following a major… Continue reading

For the disabled, Merdeka means dignity and accessibility

PETALING JAYA: For most Malaysians, Merdeka is a dazzling spectacle of fireworks, parades and patriotic songs. But for the blind and disabled community, true independence is less about fanfare and more about dignity, accessibility and the freedom to live without barriers. At just 18, Sharifah Nur Jahan Syed Jakirul Alam’s world began to dim. By… Continue reading

Venezuela’s Maduro says country peaceful but will not bow to threats

CARACAS: Venezuela is facing the biggest threat seen in South America in a century but will not bow to it, President Nicolas Maduro said on Monday in a rare press conference. Tensions between the United States and Venezuela have risen in recent weeks amid a large U.S. naval buildup in the Southern Caribbean and nearby… Continue reading

Man Utd sign Lammens to shore up goalkeeping position

MANCHESTER UNITED have signed Belgian goalkeeper Senne Lammens from Royal Antwerp on a five-year contract for 21 million euros plus add-ons. The 23-year-old is considered a talented prospect, capable of dislodging both Andre Onana and Altay Bayindir, who have both struggled this season, to become the club’s number one keeper. United had also been linked… Continue reading

Guatemala ready to receive 150 deported minors weekly from US

GUATEMALA CITY: Guatemala stands ready to accept approximately 150 unaccompanied minors weekly from the United States across all age groups. President Bernardo Arevalo confirmed his government’s willingness to receive these children during a Monday press conference. This announcement followed a US federal judge’s Sunday order halting the deportation of ten Guatemalan children. The Trump administration… Continue reading

Former Leicester striker Vardy joins Serie A side Cremonese

STRIKER Jamie Vardy has joined Serie A side Cremonese, the Italian club said on Monday, launching a new chapter for the 38-year-old after his 13-year spell at Leicester City ended in May. He joins the club on a deal running until June next year, with an option to extend if certain conditions are met. Vardy… Continue reading

Swiatek prioritises young fans at US Open after viral souvenir incident

IGA SWIATEK carefully distributed her towel to a specific young fan following her fourth-round US Open victory on Monday. The Polish second seed took extra precautions after a man snatched a cap from a young boy during her compatriot Kamil Majchrzak’s match days earlier. Swiatek explained her usual approach involves selecting recipients randomly or based… Continue reading

Promise and pitfalls of vertical schools

: The concept of vertical schools may look promising on paper, but experts warn that careful planning and active parental engagement are crucial if the government’s plan to make them mandatory is to succeed. Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia education expert Dr Anuar Ahmad said vertical schools offer a timely solution to overcrowding in urban areas, where… Continue reading

Liverpool’s British record signing Isak

LIVERPOOL signed Sweden striker Alexander Isak from Newcastle United on a long-term contract for a reported British record fee of 125 million pounds ($168.86 million) on Monday, ending a transfer saga that dominated the close-season transfer window. Here are some details about Isak: * Born in Solna, Sweden, on September 21, 1999, Isak began his… Continue reading

Housing plan sparks affordability debate

PETALING JAYA: The government’s plan to require schools and public amenities in large-scale housing projects under the 13th Malaysia Plan has sparked debate over whether affordability, especially for first-time buyers, can be sustained. While many welcome the integration of schools, healthcare and community facilities into housing developments, property experts caution that the extra costs may… Continue reading

IWG: Rising demand for flexible workspaces in Malaysia as hybrid work gains traction

KUALA LUMPUR: Hybrid work arrangement has evolved from a trend into a core business strategy, reshaping workplaces, fostering flexibility and empowering teams to operate in new ways. Accelerated by the Covid-19 pandemic and strengthened by advances in digital collaboration tools, flexible work models now give businesses a competitive edge – helping them tap into wider… Continue reading

‘Asia must take assertive role in shaping global economy’

PETALING JAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has urged Asia to take a more assertive and constructive role in shaping the global economy, warning that the international order is facing deep uncertainty and fragmentation. Delivering a public lecture at Tianjin University in China yesterday, Anwar said the world stands at a critical juncture where… Continue reading

First Afghan families arrive in Germany after court rulings on visas

HANOVER: The first group of Afghan families stranded in Pakistan has arrived in Germany following court orders that compelled Berlin to honour its visa commitments. Ten families comprising forty-five individuals landed in Hanover on a commercial flight from Istanbul after months of uncertainty. Germany’s interior ministry confirmed their arrival and stated all individuals had completed… Continue reading

UK charges 47 more Palestine Action supporters as terror group row deepens

LONDON: The Metropolitan Police have charged an additional 47 individuals with supporting Palestine Action, increasing the total number of accused activists to 114. Those charged range in age from 18 to 81 and will appear in court on October 27 and 28. Conviction could result in a maximum prison sentence of six months according to… Continue reading

Gianluigi Donnarumma set for Manchester City move says Gattuso

ITALY coach Gennaro Gattuso has confirmed that goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma will complete a transfer to Manchester City on deadline day. Gattuso stated that the Italian international must finalise arrangements before undergoing a medical examination and signing his contract with the Premier League champions. The announcement follows reports of a €35 million agreement between Manchester City… Continue reading

KHOM Malaysia hantar bantuan ke Gaza melalui operasi udara dan darat

KUALA LUMPUR: Misi Bantuan Kemanusiaan Karisma (KHOM Malaysia) mencatat kejayaan bersejarah dengan menghantar bantuan kemanusiaan ke Gaza melalui Operasi Degupan Jantung Gaza. Penghantaran bantuan melalui pintu masuk Jordan yang bersempadan dengan Gaza ini merupakan kejayaan kedua selepas penghantaran pertama pada Aidilfitri 2023. Pengarah Misi Nik Marina Hussin menyatakan dalam tempoh seminggu pada Ogos lalu, KHOM… Continue reading

Kerajaan wujud hab logistik dan taman perindustrian baharu sepanjang ECRL

KUALA LUMPUR: Kerajaan merancang untuk menarik lebih banyak pelaburan dan mewujudkan hab logistik serta taman perindustrian baharu di sepanjang laluan Projek Laluan Rel Pantai Timur (ECRL). Menteri Pelaburan, Perdagangan dan Industri Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz menyatakan ia akan dilaksanakan menerusi inisiatif Projek Pemecut Ekonomi (EAP). Beliau menegaskan bahawa ECRL lebih daripada sekadar projek… Continue reading

Former Danish minister jailed for four months over child pornography

COPENHAGEN: A former Danish government minister received a four-month prison sentence on Monday for possessing thousands of child sexual abuse images. Henrik Sass Larsen, a former senior Social Democrat who served as industry minister, admitted to having over six thousand photographs and two thousand videos depicting child abuse on his computer. He had initially denied… Continue reading

Government plans new logistics hubs and investments along ECRL route

KUALA LUMPUR: The government plans to attract more investments and create new logistics hubs and industrial parks along the East Coast Rail Link route. Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz stated this will be implemented through the Economic Accelerator Project initiative. He emphasised that the ECRL project represents more than… Continue reading

Helicopter with eight people missing on Indonesia’s Borneo island

JAKARTA: A helicopter carrying eight people has gone missing on Indonesia’s Borneo island according to rescue officials. Authorities have initiated search efforts for the aircraft which was transporting two crew members and six passengers. Local rescue agency head in Banjarmasin I Putu Sudayana confirmed the operation in a video statement on Monday. “Our search will… Continue reading

Pakistan army helicopter crash kills five in northern training accident

KAPLU: An army helicopter crashed in northern Pakistan on Monday, killing all five people on board according to military officials. The helicopter was conducting routine training flights when it developed a technical fault leading to the crash. Two pilots, two crew members and one flight engineer aboard the MI-17 helicopter perished in the incident. A… Continue reading

Bosnian truckers block deliveries in protest over EU travel rules

SARAJEVO: Thousands of Bosnian truck drivers halted deliveries across the country on Monday in protest over European Union travel restrictions. Approximately six thousand truckers brought the majority of the Balkan nation’s deliveries to a grinding halt while causing significant traffic jams. The drivers are demanding more flexible travel conditions and greater support within their leading… Continue reading

24 kapal flotila antarabangsa berlepas ke Gaza dengan 15 wakil Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR: Sebanyak 24 kapal flotila telah berlepas dari Pelabuhan Barcelona, Sepanyol menuju ke Gaza semalam dengan membawa mesej kemanusiaan dan bantuan asas. Lebih daripada 1,000 peserta antarabangsa daripada 44 negara menyertai misi ini, termasuk 15 wakil Malaysia. Delegasi Malaysia diterajui oleh Cinta Gaza Malaysia (CGM), MAPIM Malaysia dan Cinta Salam Malaysia bersama rakan-rakan NGO.… Continue reading

EU chief’s plane hit by suspected Russian GPS jamming in Bulgaria

BRUSSELS: A plane carrying European Union chief Ursula von der Leyen experienced GPS jamming while preparing to land in Bulgaria with Russian involvement suspected. The European Commission confirmed Bulgarian authorities believe Moscow was responsible for Sunday’s incident though it remains unclear whether the aircraft was specifically targeted. Commission spokeswoman Arianna Podesta stated they could indeed… Continue reading

Mauritania’s Sidi Ould Tah takes over as African Development Bank head

ABIDJAN: Mauritania’s former economy minister Sidi Ould Tah assumed leadership of the African Development Bank on Monday, pledging to foster a robust and prosperous continent amid significant financial headwinds. His inauguration comes during a challenging period for the institution as the United States administration plans to cut five hundred million dollars in funding for projects… Continue reading

Spain PM admits wildfire planning was clearly insufficient after deadly fires

MADRID: Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez declared Spain’s preparation for this summer’s deadly wildfires as clearly insufficient during a climate emergency address. Four people died and thousands were evacuated during last month’s heatwave that sparked widespread blazes across southern Europe. The Socialist government and conservative opposition Popular Party have engaged in a blame game over responsibility… Continue reading

Central African opposition leader gives up French passport for election

BANGUI: Opposition leader Anicet-Georges Dologuele has surrendered his French citizenship to qualify as a presidential candidate against incumbent Faustin Touadera. Dologuele confirmed his decision to AFP while preparing to challenge Touadera for leadership of the Russia-aligned nation. The economist finished second to Touadera during the contentious 2020 election marked by violence and fraud allegations. Touadera… Continue reading

MyKasih increases SARA terminal capacity by 60% after RM91 million spending

KUALA LUMPUR: MyKasih Foundation has increased the processing capacity of its Sumbangan Asas Rahmah terminal by 60% to ensure smooth transactions nationwide. The foundation announced that its technical team will continue monitoring system performance and take immediate action to improve capabilities. Nearly 600,000 transactions were successfully completed by 5pm on day two of the RM100… Continue reading

Polti-VisitMalta targets LTdL 2025 with four climbers after 2024 disappointment

ITALIAN professional cycling team Polti-VisitMalta will feature four specialist climbers in their second appearance at Le Tour de Langkawi 2025 from 28 September to 5 October. The Spain-based team, operating under the guidance of cycling legends Ivan Basso and Alberto Contador, aims to challenge for both the overall individual Green Jersey and the King of… Continue reading

SCO condemns Gaza civilian casualties and US-Israeli strikes on Iran

TIANJIN: The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation has issued a strong condemnation of civilian casualties and humanitarian disasters occurring in Gaza. Member states including China, India, Russia and Iran expressed deep concern over the escalating Israeli-Palestinian conflict during their summit. The ten member organisation called for a comprehensive and lasting ceasefire alongside unhindered humanitarian aid access. They… Continue reading

South Korea online shopping rises 7.3% in July to record high

SEOUL: South Korea’s online shopping recorded single-digit growth in July, driven by steady demand for food, food delivery services and automobiles. Shopping in cyberspace gained 7.3% from a year earlier to 23.03 trillion won ($16.5 billion) in July, according to Statistics Korea. This was the highest level recorded since data collection began in 2017. Online… Continue reading

Closing the AI gap in the workplace

THE rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the future of work globally, and Malaysia is no exception. Across industries, leaders are captivated by the transformative potential of AI. From automating repetitive tasks to enhancing decision-making, AI promises productivity, creativity, and efficiency gains. Yet, while corporate enthusiasm runs high, actual on-the-ground adoption remains uneven.… Continue reading

AIM salur RM1.48 bilion pembiayaan kepada 317,260 usahawan

KOTA BELUD: Amanah Ikhtiar Malaysia (AIM) telah menyalurkan pembiayaan berjumlah RM1.48 bilion kepada 317,260 usahawan di seluruh negara dalam tempoh enam bulan pertama tahun ini. Menteri Pembangunan Usahawan dan Koperasi Datuk Ewon Benedick berkata daripada jumlah itu RM178.14 juta telah disalurkan kepada 30,288 usahawan di Sabah. “Bagi kawasan Kota Belud, AIM menyalurkan pembiayaan sebanyak RM15.57… Continue reading

SPRM beku akaun bank RM218 juta dalam siasatan salah guna lesen import

KUALA LUMPUR: Suruhanjaya Pencegahan Rasuah Malaysia (SPRM) membekukan RM218 juta akaun bank milik individu dan syarikat serta menggantung beberapa lesen import yang disalah guna dalam kegiatan import rokok, tembakau dan cerut secara tidak sah. Pengarah Kanan Bahagian Operasi Khas SPRM Datuk Mohamad Zamri Zainul Abidin berkata tindakan itu diambil menerusi Op Sikaro yang menyasarkan 14… Continue reading

Son Heung-min’s LAFC home debut ends in 2-1 defeat to San Diego

SON Heung-min’s long-awaited home debut for Los Angeles FC ended in a 2-1 defeat against San Diego on Sunday. The South Korean star experienced his first Major League Soccer loss at BMO Stadium more than three weeks after his record $26 million transfer. Son had previously featured in three away matches with one victory and… Continue reading

Hector Havel digugurkan, Hong Wan berpeluang bersama Harimau Malaya

KUALA LUMPUR: Harimau Malaya menghadapi situasi kurang menggembirakan menjelang aksi antarabangsa pada September apabila pemain tengah naturalisasi Hector Havel terpaksa digugurkan akibat kecederaan tumit. Ketua jurulatih Peter Cklamovski mengesahkan perkara itu dengan menyatakan pemain berusia 29 tahun berkenaan terpaksa diketepikan selepas mendapat nasihat perubatan. “Keadaan (Hector) tidak begitu memberangsangkan untuk beraksi,“ katanya pada sidang media… Continue reading