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Mastercard ASEAN Inclusive Growth Summit to drive regional prosperity

KUALA LUMPUR: The Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth and ASEAN Business Advisory Council (ASEAN-BAC) will co-host the first Mastercard ASEAN Inclusive Growth Summit in late October. The event marks the beginning of a three-year series of summits across Southeast Asia. Mastercard stated that the partnership reinforces its dedication to economic development in the Asia-Pacific region.… Continue reading

Three killed in European wildfires as heatwave intensifies

MADRID: Three men died and thousands were forced from their homes on Tuesday as wildfires fuelled by a heatwave scorched southern Europe. Heat alerts were issued in Italy, France, Spain, Portugal and the Balkans, with temperatures expected to soar above 40C. The heatwave is another sign of climate change, which is fuelling longer, more intense… Continue reading

Melaka FC struggles with team rhythm in Super League opener

MELAKA FC is still searching for their rhythm after a 1-1 draw against Penang FC in their 2025-2026 Super League opener at Hang Jebat Stadium. Head coach K. Devan acknowledged that the team’s new foreign signings need time to gel with the revamped squad. He noted that the first-half performance lacked aggression, allowing Penang FC… Continue reading

Melaka FC struggles with team rhythm in Super League opener

Gold extends rise on Fed rate cut hopes, softer dollar

GOLD extended gains to a third straight session on Thursday, supported by rising expectations of an interest rate cut by the U.S. Federal Reserve in September following tame inflation data, which also weighed on the dollar. Spot gold rose 0.4% to $3,367.53 per ounce as of 0156 GMT. U.S. gold futures for December delivery added… Continue reading

Gold extends rise on Fed rate cut hopes, softer dollar

‘Sea guardians’ risk lives to safeguard country’s sovereignty

LUMUT: For Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) personnel, the sea is more than a workplace – it is a daily battlefield that calls for courage, sacrifice, and enduring time apart from loved ones in safeguarding the country’s security and sovereignty. The unwavering struggle of Malaysia’s ‘sea guardians’ along its waters stands as a testament to… Continue reading

Trump orders easing of commercial spaceflight rules, in boon to Musk’s SpaceX

WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Wednesday to streamline federal regulation governing commercial rocket launches, a move that could benefit Elon Musk’s SpaceX and other private space ventures. Trump’s order, among other things, directs the U.S. transportation secretary to eliminate or expedite environmental reviews for launch licenses administered by the Federal… Continue reading

Trump orders easing of commercial spaceflight rules, in boon to Musk’s SpaceX

Bursa opens higher, seen testing 1,600 level on US rate cut hopes

KUALA LUMPUR: Bursa Malaysia opened higher and is set to test the 1,600 level today after Wall Street’s bullish momentum overnight on US interest rate cut hopes, coupled with a strong corporate earnings season, analysts said. At 9.15 am, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) rose 2.48 points, or 0.16 per cent, to 1,589.08… Continue reading

Bursa opens higher, seen testing 1,600 level on US rate cut hopes

TFC coach criticises team performance after PDRM FC draw

TERENGGANU FC (TFC) head coach Badrul Afzan Razali voiced frustration following his team’s 2-2 draw against PDRM FC in the Super League. He highlighted poor finishing as the main reason for squandered opportunities despite strong home support. The slow start in the first half allowed PDRM FC to take an early lead before TFC fought… Continue reading

TFC coach criticises team performance after PDRM FC draw

Cancel rally in Kepala Batas – IGP

KEPALA BATAS: The Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) has called for the cancellation of a rally scheduled in Bertam, Kepala Batas, Penang, to prevent potential clashes between opposing groups. Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Mohd Khalid Ismail emphasised the importance of public safety and community well-being. “PDRM has taken note of the rally planned for Aug… Continue reading

Manipulasi kod QR, taktik scammer perangkap pengguna dedah maklumat sensitif

KUALA LUMPUR: Tindakan cuai mengimbas kod atau menekan pautan mencurigakan, kini boleh menjerumuskan pengguna kepada risiko kebocoran data peribadi apabila penyenayah siber memanipulasi kod respons pantas (QR) palsu bersama pautan pendek untuk memperdaya mangsa. Taktik itu, dikenali sebagai QR phishing atau quishing, memerangkap pengguna ke laman web palsu atau aplikasi berbahaya bagi mencuri maklumat sensitif… Continue reading

Safe internet carnival brings Labuan schools together to promote cyber safety

LABUAN: The Safe Internet Campaign Carnival brought together all 28 primary and secondary schools, 17 primary and 11 secondary, in a large-scale effort to raise cyber safety awareness among students on this duty-free island. Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) Federal Territories branch director Faisal Hamdi Mohammed Ghouth said the initiative aimed to equip the… Continue reading

Rasionalisasi aset Petronas, pindaan undang-undang lapuk dibahaskan di Dewan Rakyat

KUALA LUMPUR: Persoalan mengenai rasionalisasi portfolio aset Petronas dan strategi syarikat minyak nasional itu bagi menghadapi ketidaktentuan pasaran global menjadi antara fokus Dewan Rakyat hari ini. Menurut Aturan Urusan Mesyuarat di laman rasmi Parlimen, isu tersebut dibangkitkan oleh Datuk Muhammad Bakhtiar Wan Chik (PH-Balik Pulau) kepada Perdana Menteri pada Waktu Pertanyaan-Pertanyaan Menteri. Pada sesi sama,… Continue reading

Sabah FC seri 1-1 dengan KL City di Liga Super 2025

KUALA LUMPUR: Sabah FC menyekat hajat Kuala Lumpur City FC untuk meraih kemenangan kedua berturut-turut selepas kedua-dua pasukan terikat 1-1 pada perlawanan Liga Super 2025/2026 di Stadium Bolasepak Kuala Lumpur, Cheras di sini, malam ini. Pada pertembungan itu, Sabah terpaksa mengharungi separuh masa kedua dengan 10 pemain selepas pemain tengah Dean Pelekanos dilayangkan kad merah… Continue reading

Polis tahan wanita warga asing disyaki memandu cuai, cederakan enam individu

KUALA LUMPUR: Polis menahan seorang wanita warga asing disyaki memandu dalam keadaan cuai sehingga melanggar tiga buah motosikal. Kejadian berlaku di kawasan lampu isyarat berhampiran pusat beli-belah di Bandar Kajang. Ketua Polis Daerah Kajang ACP Naazron Abdul Yusof berkata pihaknya menerima laporan kejadian pada 11.58 pagi. Siasatan awal mendapati wanita berusia 24 tahun itu memandu… Continue reading

Jumlah dana disalurkan kepada 1MDB capai RM42.17 bilion

KUALA LUMPUR: Jumlah bersih dana yang telah disalurkan kepada 1Malaysia Development Bhd (1MDB) bagi membiayai bayaran hutang dan memenuhi komitmen syarikat berjumlah RM42.17 bilion setakat 31 Julai 2025. Menurut Kementerian Kewangan (MOF), pecahan sumber dana tersebut terdiri daripada RM15.44 bilion daripada dana kementerian dan Menteri Kewangan Diperbadankan (MKD). Dana tersebut disalurkan dalam bentuk pendahuluan pemegang… Continue reading

Luis Enrique praises Chevalier after stellar PSG debut in Super Cup win

LUCAS Chevalier made a dream debut for Paris St Germain in their Super Cup triumph over Tottenham Hotspur. The 23-year-old goalkeeper earned widespread acclaim after a series of crucial saves, including a penalty stop. Manager Luis Enrique lauded Chevalier’s composure under pressure following Gianluigi Donnarumma’s abrupt exit. “We relied on Lucas … he just arrived,… Continue reading

Luis Enrique praises Chevalier after stellar PSG debut in Super Cup win

Kementerian Kesihatan tingkatkan sumber manusia di Hospital Lahad Datu

LAHAD DATU: Kementerian Kesihatan akan menempatkan keperluan sumber manusia khususnya pegawai perubatan termasuk pakar di Hospital Lahad Datu dengan kadar segera. Menteri Kesihatan Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad berkata hospital itu, yang berstatus hospital pakar minor dengan 13 kepakaran biasa, memerlukan penambahan tenaga kerja bagi meningkatkan keberkesanan rawatan. “Kita sudah mengenal pasti 13 pegawai dalam… Continue reading

Premier Sarawak seru ASEAN-China kekalkan keamanan Laut China Selatan

KUCHING: Premier Sarawak Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg menyeru ASEAN dan China untuk kekal teguh memastikan Laut China Selatan sebagai rantau yang aman dan makmur, dengan menekankan kepentingan kerjasama konstruktif dan kestabilan. Berucap pada majlis makan malam gala sempena Mesyuarat Pegawai Kanan ASEAN-China Ke-24 Mengenai Deklarasi Tatalaku Pihak-Pihak Berkepentingan di Laut China Selatan (DOC)… Continue reading

Video “standoff” tentera laut Filipina-Malaysia adalah maklumat palsu – Angkatan Tentera Filipina

MANILA: Angkatan Tentera Filipina (AFP) menyifatkan sebuah video yang tular di YouTube kononnya berlaku “standoff” antara pasukan tentera laut Filipina dan Malaysia adalah maklumat palsu, lapor Agensi Berita Filipina (PNA). “Ini adalah rekaan sepenuhnya – tiada insiden sedemikian berlaku. Ia bertujuan menjejaskan hubungan diplomatik 60 tahun dengan Malaysia, menghakis kepercayaan rakyat terhadap AFP, dan mencetuskan… Continue reading

Ferrotec China labur RM550 juta di Johor jana eksport RM600 juta

KUALA LUMPUR: Pelaburan syarikat semikonduktor berteknologi tinggi dari China, Ferrotec bernilai RM550 juta di Pasir Gudang, Johor melalui Ferrotec Power Semiconductor Malaysia Sdn Bhd dijangka menjana nilai eksport tahunan sebanyak RM600 juta. Menteri Pelaburan, Perdagangan dan Industri Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz berkata pelaburan mega ini bukan sahaja mengukuhkan kedudukan Malaysia dalam pembuatan komponen… Continue reading

QR code manipulation: Scammers’ new tactic to steal users’ data

KUALA LUMPUR: Careless scanning of Quick Response (QR) codes or clicking on suspicious links can expose users to personal data leaks, as cybercriminals increasingly use fake QR codes with shortened URLs to deceive victims. This tactic, known as QR phishing or ‘quishing,’ directs users to fraudulent websites or malicious applications designed to steal sensitive information… Continue reading

Ringgit opens flat on caution after recent gains

KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit opened flat against the US dollar on Thursday as investors turned a bit cautious after recent gains, despite growing speculation for a US interest rate cut. At 8.05 am, the local note edged slightly down to 4.2045/2160 versus the US dollar from Wednesday’s close of 4.2040/2085. Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd chief… Continue reading

Ringgit opens flat on caution after recent gains

Breaking the hold of procrastination

HAVE you ever sat staring at a task, knowing exactly what needs to be done, yet feeling your body almost glued to the chair? Your mind keeps circling around it – replaying the worry, possible mistakes and fear of doing it wrong. At the same time, there is the dull guilt of not having started.… Continue reading

Breaking the hold of procrastination

Bridging powers, managing tensions

AMID intensifying great power rivalry and regional flashpoints, such as the recent Thailand-Cambodia border skirmish, Malaysia is asserting itself as a credible and proactive middle power. Its chairmanship of Asean this year has reaffirmed its long-standing foreign policy strategy of selective alignment, a pragmatic approach that allows Malaysia to build bridges between rival powers while… Continue reading

Bridging powers, managing tensions

Invisible power of educators

IN today’s rapidly evolving educational landscape, conversations often revolve around technology, digital transformation and modern infrastructure. However, at the core of academic success lies one constant and critical factor – the quality of teaching. Drawing from over 14 years of experience as an educator in higher education, complemented by 20 years of professional involvement in… Continue reading

Invisible power of educators

Macabre, measured, merciless

IMAGINE watching a film, that progressively worsens from slightly macabre to profoundly unsettling, that you walk out of the cinema in a fugue state with the will to live stripped away to the point of being catatonic and needing someone to feed you chicken soup. That may not be the outcome for many who walk… Continue reading

Proton X50 to come standard with Touch ‘n Go RFID in new mobility partnership

Deputy Chief Executive Officer of PRO-NET, Zhang Qiang (left) and Touch ‘n Go Chief Executive Officer, Praba Sangarajoo PROTON has entered into a strategic partnership with Touch ‘n Go Sdn. Bhd. to equip every unit of its newly launched Proton X50 with built-in RFID technology. The collaboration, formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), marks… Continue reading

Probe into student death to focus on criminal elements

KUALA LUMPUR: The investigation into the death of Form One student Zara Qairina Mahathir from Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Agama 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 yesterday, Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department (CID) director Datuk M.… Continue reading

Barcelona’s ter Stegen injury validated by La Liga for financial relief

BARCELONA confirmed on Wednesday that La Liga has officially recognised Marc-Andre ter Stegen’s injury as long-term. This validation enables the club to register new signing Joan Garcia without breaching financial fair play regulations. “LaLiga’s Medical Committee has ruled that goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen’s injury meets the long-term injury criteria established by current regulations,“ Barcelona stated.… Continue reading

Barcelona’s ter Stegen injury validated by La Liga for financial relief

Spain seeks help from European partners to tackle wildfires

MADRID: Spain is seeking help from its European partners to tackle wildfires raging across the country, Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska said on Wednesday. In particular, it requested two Canadair planes, he said in an interview with local media Cadena SER. “At the moment we don’t need the two Canadair planes urgently, but, given the weather… Continue reading

Spain seeks help from European partners to tackle wildfires

“Medical ethics can’t be eaten’ — M’sian doctor quits after just RM575 pay rise

WHEN most people imagine doctors, they picture stable incomes, a respectable career, and the ability to live comfortably. But for one Malaysian doctor, the reality was far from glamorous — and his story has struck a chord with thousands online. ALSO READ: Trending video highlights struggles of young doctors “I’m a 90s kid. In UPSR,… Continue reading

Petronas asset rationalisation and law amendments in Parliament today

KUALA LUMPUR: The rationalisation of Petronas’ asset portfolio and its strategies to address global market uncertainties will be discussed in today’s Dewan Rakyat session. Datuk Muhammad Bakhtiar Wan Chik (PH-Balik Pulau) will pose a question to the Prime Minister regarding Petronas’ asset sales in Canada and Brazil. Datuk Rosol Wahid (PN-Hulu Terengganu) will inquire about… Continue reading

Bessent says Japan ‘behind the curve’ in monetary tightening, in Bloomberg interview

TOKYO: U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Japan is being late in handling monetary tightening during an interview with Bloomberg Television. Bessent also said that U.S. Treasury yields are feeling the impact of overseas developments, including from Japan and Germany. “There’s definitely leakage from — the Japanese have an inflation problem,“ Bessent said in the… Continue reading

Household debt manageable with strong financial buffers

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia’s household debt remains within manageable levels, standing at RM1.65 trillion as of March 2025 – equivalent to 84.3% of gross domestic product – with little change from the end of last year, according to the Finance Ministry. During Minister’s Question Time in the Dewan Rakyat yesterday, Finance Deputy Minister Lim Hui Ying… Continue reading

Bessent says Japan ‘behind the curve’ in monetary tightening, in Bloomberg interview

Singapore’s Temasek prices $1.5 billion US dollar fixed and floating-rate bonds

SINGAPORE’S state investor Temasek said on Thursday its unit priced two U.S. dollar-denominated bonds totaling $1.5 billion, a day after launching the offer under its $25 billion medium-term note program. The unit, Temasek Financial (I), priced two $750 million two-year bonds, one with a 3.75% fixed rate and the other priced at a spread of… Continue reading

Singapore’s Temasek prices $1.5 billion US dollar fixed and floating-rate bonds

US appeals court lets Trump cut billions in foreign aid

WASHINGTON: A federal appeals court on Wednesday lifted an injunction that required the U.S. State Department to continue making foreign aid payments, handing a victory to President Donald Trump. In a 2-1 decision, a three-judge panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit said a lower court erred by ordering… Continue reading