Anwar: Kerangka MADANI Berteraskan Nilai Moral Teguh

PUTRAJAYA: Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim hari ini sekali lagi mengulangi komitmen kerajaan untuk memastikan pembangunan Malaysia di bawah kerangka MADANI kekal berteraskan nilai moral yang kukuh dan perpaduan nasional. Berucap pada Majlis Ilmu MADANI bersama para ulama di Kompleks Seri Perdana di sini hari ini, Anwar berkata bahawa walaupun Malaysia sebuah negara berbilang… Continue reading Anwar: Kerangka MADANI Berteraskan Nilai Moral Teguh
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Lima suspek ugut peminjam ditahan dalam Op Vulture di Kelantan

KOTA BHARU: Polis menahan lima individu yang disyaki terlibat dalam kegiatan pinjaman wang tanpa lesen serta melakukan ugutan dan kerosakan harta benda, termasuk menyimbah cat merah di kediaman mangsa. Operasi dikenali sebagai Op Vulture itu dilaksanakan dalam dua serbuan berasingan di sekitar Kota Bharu. Ketua Polis Kelantan Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mamat berkata, suspek pertama ditahan… Continue reading Lima suspek ugut peminjam ditahan dalam Op Vulture di Kelantan
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GRS kekal sokong kerajaan MADANI, tuntutan MA63 diluluskan

KOTA KINABALU: Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) menegaskan komitmen untuk terus menyokong Kerajaan MADANI pimpinan Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Sokongan ini diberikan selepas pelbagai tuntutan negeri di bawah Perjanjian Malaysia 1963 (MA63) berjaya dipenuhi. Pengerusi GRS yang juga Ketua Menteri Sabah, Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor, menyatakan bahawa keputusan ini berasaskan komitmen kerajaan persekutuan terhadap… Continue reading GRS kekal sokong kerajaan MADANI, tuntutan MA63 diluluskan
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Syria announces September date for transitional parliament selection

DAMASCUS: Syrian authorities have confirmed that the selection process for a new transitional parliament will take place in mid-September, marking a key step in the country’s post-war political transition. The announcement follows months of preparation under the interim government led by President Ahmed al-Sharaa, who took power after the ousting of longtime ruler Bashar al-Assad… Continue reading Syria announces September date for transitional parliament selection
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Syria announces September date for transitional parliament selection

DAMASCUS: Syrian authorities have confirmed that the selection process for a new transitional parliament will take place in mid-September, marking a key step in the country’s post-war political transition. The announcement follows months of preparation under the interim government led by President Ahmed al-Sharaa, who took power after the ousting of longtime ruler Bashar al-Assad… Continue reading Syria announces September date for transitional parliament selection

Isu SST sektor pembinaan dan perniagaan warga asing fokus Dewan Rakyat

KUALA LUMPUR: Langkah kerajaan dalam memastikan projek pembinaan sedia ada tidak terkesan dengan pengenaan Cukai Jualan dan Perkhidmatan (SST) serta dasar semasa kebebasan warga asing membuka perniagaan di Malaysia antara yang menjadi tumpuan sidang Dewan Rakyat hari ini. Menurut Aturan Urusan Mesyuarat di laman rasmi Parlimen, Yusuf Abd Wahab (GPS-Tanjong Manis) meminta Menteri Kerja Raya… Continue reading Isu SST sektor pembinaan dan perniagaan warga asing fokus Dewan Rakyat
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Charming xianxia romp

FOR those unfamiliar with the sprawling, spirit-summoning world of xianxia dramas, Love Game in Eastern Fantasy might sound intimidating at first glance. Ancient costumes? Cultivation? Demon hunters with long names and even longer grudges? It is a lot to take in. But this 2024 Tencent series, now recently added on Netflix, based on The Guide… Continue reading Charming xianxia romp

Nurul Izzah rakamkan penghormatan revolusi Julai Bangladesh di Persidangan Dhaka

NEW DELHI: Timbalan Presiden Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) Nurul Izzah Anwar pada Ahad merakamkan penghormatan kepada kebangkitan pelajar di Bangladesh pada 2024, yang disifatkannya sebagai perjuangan demi kedaulatan dan maruah negara. Bangladesh kini mengadakan beberapa acara bagi memperingati ulang tahun pertama kejatuhan pemerintahan hampir 16 tahun oleh Sheikh Hasina yang dikenali sebagai Revolusi Julai. Nurul… Continue reading Nurul Izzah rakamkan penghormatan revolusi Julai Bangladesh di Persidangan Dhaka
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Hundreds protest in UK town amid rising immigration tensions

EPPING: Hundreds of demonstrators from opposing groups marched through Epping on Sunday under heavy police supervision, marking the latest in a series of protests sparked by an asylum seeker charged with sexual assault. Authorities deployed barricades and banned masks to prevent clashes, with Essex Police stating they had a “robust policing operation in place to… Continue reading Hundreds protest in UK town amid rising immigration tensions
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Hundreds protest in UK town amid rising immigration tensions

EPPING: Hundreds of demonstrators from opposing groups marched through Epping on Sunday under heavy police supervision, marking the latest in a series of protests sparked by an asylum seeker charged with sexual assault. Authorities deployed barricades and banned masks to prevent clashes, with Essex Police stating they had a “robust policing operation in place to… Continue reading Hundreds protest in UK town amid rising immigration tensions

All aboard chilling express

AMID a flood of over-saturation with scream-for-the-sake-of-it horror films, Ghost Train comes chugging into cinemas as a refreshing detour. Rather than shoving viewers into a nonstop haunted house of shrieking ghosts and flickering lights, this South Korean horror-thriller dares to take its time. Directed by Tak Se-woong and featuring a sharp lead performance from Joo… Continue reading All aboard chilling express

Hook, line, mostly sinker

MORE than two decades after the bloody Southport Massacre first graced screens, I Know What You Did Last Summer resurfaces this year with a shiny new cast, a slick production and the very familiar glint of a hook. Directed by Jennifer Kaytin Robinson, this fourth instalment in the long-dormant franchise aims to reignite the old-school… Continue reading Hook, line, mostly sinker

Price of scan to pay

THE pandemic brought many things with it, mostly bad, but it also paved the way forward for others, such as how it radically changed consumer habits by triggering a huge shift towards digital payments. In Malaysia today, a quick scan of a QR code can pay for anything from a small pack of nasi lemak… Continue reading Price of scan to pay

Bonmati crushed after Spain’s shootout defeat by England

SPAIN playmaker Aitana Bonmati cut a disconsolate figure as she picked up her Player of the Tournament award at Euro 2025 on Sunday, minutes after her side finished as runners-up after losing a penalty shootout to England in the final. Bonmati bounced back from a meningitis scare ahead of the tournament to play a crucial… Continue reading Bonmati crushed after Spain’s shootout defeat by England
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Bonmati crushed after Spain’s shootout defeat by England

SPAIN playmaker Aitana Bonmati cut a disconsolate figure as she picked up her Player of the Tournament award at Euro 2025 on Sunday, minutes after her side finished as runners-up after losing a penalty shootout to England in the final. Bonmati bounced back from a meningitis scare ahead of the tournament to play a crucial… Continue reading Bonmati crushed after Spain’s shootout defeat by England

Bronze played with fractured tibia to help England win Euros

ENGLAND defender Lucy Bronze revealed after Sunday’s Euro 2025 final victory over Spain that she had played the entire tournament with a fractured tibia. In the quarter-final against Sweden, the 33-year-old scored a goal before firing home the winning penalty in the shootout. “I have actually played the whole tournament with a fractured tibia, and… Continue reading Bronze played with fractured tibia to help England win Euros
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Bronze played with fractured tibia to help England win Euros

ENGLAND defender Lucy Bronze revealed after Sunday’s Euro 2025 final victory over Spain that she had played the entire tournament with a fractured tibia. In the quarter-final against Sweden, the 33-year-old scored a goal before firing home the winning penalty in the shootout. “I have actually played the whole tournament with a fractured tibia, and… Continue reading Bronze played with fractured tibia to help England win Euros

Cambodia PM Hun Manet heads to Malaysia for Thailand ceasefire talks

PUTRAJAYA: Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet will arrive in Malaysia on Monday for crucial ceasefire negotiations with Thailand, facilitated by Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. The talks aim to de-escalate recent border clashes between the two Southeast Asian nations. Hun Manet confirmed his participation in a Facebook post late Sunday. “I will lead… Continue reading Cambodia PM Hun Manet heads to Malaysia for Thailand ceasefire talks

Spain deserved more, says Tome after painful loss to England

Spain coach Montse Tome was left ruing her side’s inability to take their chances as the world champions fell to a penalty shootout by England in the Women’s Euros final on Sunday after they dominated a game that finished 1-1 after 120 minutes. The Spaniards had 24 attempts on goal, but England’s grit and determination… Continue reading Spain deserved more, says Tome after painful loss to England

For smallest Smurfs

PARAMOUNT’S Smurfs is an animated musical that wears its intentions loud, proud and incredibly blue. Rebooted for a new generation, this splashy feature film does not shy away from its target audience, children who still think the word “fart” is the peak of comedy and who do not question how a mushroom village has a… Continue reading For smallest Smurfs

SST impact on construction, foreign business policies in Dewan Rakyat today

KUALA LUMPUR: The government’s efforts to shield ongoing construction projects from the Sales and Services Tax (SST) and policies regulating foreign-owned businesses will take centre stage in today’s Dewan Rakyat session. Yusuf Abd Wahab (GPS-Tanjong Manis) has submitted a question to the Works Minister seeking clarity on which construction projects qualify for SST exemptions. He… Continue reading SST impact on construction, foreign business policies in Dewan Rakyat today

Kelly a fitting hero in England’s gritty Euro victory

IT almost felt like football fate when Chloe Kelly stepped up to the penalty spot on Sunday against Spain, with the chance to make history for England in clinching their second consecutive women’s European Championship title. The 27-year-old, who had been doubtful to make Sarina Wiegman’s Euros team only six months ago, did her trademark… Continue reading Kelly a fitting hero in England’s gritty Euro victory
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Kelly a fitting hero in England’s gritty Euro victory

IT almost felt like football fate when Chloe Kelly stepped up to the penalty spot on Sunday against Spain, with the chance to make history for England in clinching their second consecutive women’s European Championship title. The 27-year-old, who had been doubtful to make Sarina Wiegman’s Euros team only six months ago, did her trademark… Continue reading Kelly a fitting hero in England’s gritty Euro victory

Five suspects arrested in Op Vulture over loan shark threats, red paint attacks

KOTA BHARU: Police have detained five individuals suspected of involvement in illegal moneylending activities, including intimidation tactics such as splashing red paint on borrowers’ homes. The arrests were made under Op Vulture in separate raids across Kelantan. Kelantan police chief Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mamat confirmed that the suspects, aged between 25 and 39, were apprehended… Continue reading Five suspects arrested in Op Vulture over loan shark threats, red paint attacks

RM100 aid short-term spending booster but not market mover: Economists

PETALING JAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s announcement of a one‑off RM100 cash handout has lifted sentiment in consumer‑related stocks, but economists caution that the impact on actual spending and equity performance may be fleeting, with deeper structural challenges still weighing on the economy. The initiative, worth RM2 billion, is designed to provide relief… Continue reading RM100 aid short-term spending booster but not market mover: Economists
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Porsche takes Formula E team and manufacturer titles

PORSCHE won the team and manufacturer titles as the all-electric Formula E championship wrapped up its season in London on Sunday. Nissan’s Oliver Rowland had already won the drivers’ crown with two races to spare. The Briton retired from Sunday’s race after a crash. New Zealand’s Nick Cassidy won both races at the ExCel centre… Continue reading Porsche takes Formula E team and manufacturer titles
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Porsche takes Formula E team and manufacturer titles

PORSCHE won the team and manufacturer titles as the all-electric Formula E championship wrapped up its season in London on Sunday. Nissan’s Oliver Rowland had already won the drivers’ crown with two races to spare. The Briton retired from Sunday’s race after a crash. New Zealand’s Nick Cassidy won both races at the ExCel centre… Continue reading Porsche takes Formula E team and manufacturer titles

Umno must embrace digital shift to engage youth, says Zambry

KUALA LUMPUR: Umno must take charge of the digital narrative, expand its presence on new media platforms, and actively engage younger voters to maintain its relevance, said Umno Supreme Council member Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir. He emphasised that politics has evolved into the digital age, where perceptions and sentiments are rapidly shaped through… Continue reading Umno must embrace digital shift to engage youth, says Zambry

MADANI framework upholds moral values and national unity, says PM Anwar

PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has reiterated the government’s commitment to ensuring Malaysia’s development under the MADANI framework remains anchored in strong moral values and national unity. Speaking at the Majlis Ilmu MADANI event with Islamic scholars at Kompleks Seri Perdana, he stressed that while Malaysia embraces modern progress, Islamic principles must guide… Continue reading MADANI framework upholds moral values and national unity, says PM Anwar

Different horsepower for Horner as Red Bull enter new era

FORMER Red Bull team boss Christian Horner posted a video on social media of himself riding on horseback in the English countryside on the day of the Belgian Grand Prix. “Different horse power this Sunday,“ read the simple caption. Spa-Francorchamps marked the start of a new era for the former Formula One champions, the first… Continue reading Different horsepower for Horner as Red Bull enter new era

Commission confirms abuse in medical visa scandal

PETALING JAYA: The Enforcement Agency Integrity Commission (EAIC) has confirmed a case of power abuse in the Immigration Department linked to the “counter setting” scandal involving corrupt practices and visa irregularities for medical tourists. In a statement, the EAIC said its special task force – established under Section 17 of the Enforcement Agency Integrity Commission… Continue reading Commission confirms abuse in medical visa scandal
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GRS reaffirms support for MADANI government under Hajiji

KOTA KINABALU: Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) has reiterated its support for the Madani government led by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. GRS chairman Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor stated that this decision stems from the federal government’s responsiveness to Sabah’s demands under the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63). Hajiji, who is also Sabah’s Chief Minister, highlighted… Continue reading GRS reaffirms support for MADANI government under Hajiji

MOHE urges polytechnics to expand digital learning in TVET sector

SHAH ALAM: The Higher Education Ministry (MOHE) has urged polytechnics and community colleges (POLYCC) to accelerate the adoption of digital technology in teaching and learning to strengthen Malaysia’s Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) sector. MOHE secretary-general Datuk Dr Anesee Ibrahim emphasised the need for higher learning institutions to move beyond traditional methods and… Continue reading MOHE urges polytechnics to expand digital learning in TVET sector

Pogacar wary of burnout despite Tour triumph, shuns talk of chasing Merckx

ALTHOUGH Tadej Pogacar appears on the verge of emulating cycling great Eddy Merckx, the Slovenian says he is in no rush to chase history, warning that the risk of burnout looms large in one of the most mentally and physically demanding sports. The 26-year-old sealed his fourth Tour de France title on Sunday after three… Continue reading Pogacar wary of burnout despite Tour triumph, shuns talk of chasing Merckx

UN aims to aid Gaza’s starving during Israel’s humanitarian pause

GENEVA: The United Nations has announced plans to maximise aid delivery to Gaza’s starving population following Israel’s decision to establish secure land routes for humanitarian convoys. The World Food Programme confirmed sufficient food supplies are available to feed Gaza’s 2.1 million residents for nearly three months. UN emergency relief coordinator Tom Fletcher stated the organisation… Continue reading UN aims to aid Gaza’s starving during Israel’s humanitarian pause

Fernandez cruises past Kalinskaya to claim Washington Open title

LEYLAH FERNANDEZ earned the biggest win of her career as she beat Anna Kalinskaya 6-1 6-2 in the Washington Open final on Sunday. After a brief rain delay in the nation’s capital, Fernandez – who was just one game away from defeat in the semi-finals – overcame the extreme humidity to capture her first WTA… Continue reading Fernandez cruises past Kalinskaya to claim Washington Open title
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Fernandez cruises past Kalinskaya to claim Washington Open title

LEYLAH FERNANDEZ earned the biggest win of her career as she beat Anna Kalinskaya 6-1 6-2 in the Washington Open final on Sunday. After a brief rain delay in the nation’s capital, Fernandez – who was just one game away from defeat in the semi-finals – overcame the extreme humidity to capture her first WTA… Continue reading Fernandez cruises past Kalinskaya to claim Washington Open title

Boeing workers reject contract, threaten strike at US fighter jet plants

ST. LOUIS: Workers at Boeing’s fighter jet assembly plants in Missouri and Illinois have rejected the company’s latest contract proposal, raising the threat of a strike that could disrupt production of key US military aircraft. The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) announced Sunday that over 3,200 members voted against the offer, which… Continue reading Boeing workers reject contract, threaten strike at US fighter jet plants

Tom Lehrer, musical satirist and academic, dies at 97

WASHINGTON: Tom Lehrer, the sharp-witted pianist and satirical songwriter whose dark humor captivated mid-century America, has died at 97. The news was confirmed by his friend David Herder, as reported by The New York Times. Lehrer passed away peacefully at his home in Cambridge, Massachusetts, on Saturday. A Harvard graduate by 19 and later a… Continue reading Tom Lehrer, musical satirist and academic, dies at 97

Wiegman hails most chaotic tournament ever

SARINA WIEGMAN broke into a celebratory dance when Chloe Kelly struck the winning penalty in Sunday’s shootout to help England clinch a second consecutive Women’s Euros title, capping a wild ride that the coach called the most chaotic tournament ever. The 55-year-old, who is under contract with England through 2027, had already made history by… Continue reading Wiegman hails most chaotic tournament ever
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Wiegman hails most chaotic tournament ever

SARINA WIEGMAN broke into a celebratory dance when Chloe Kelly struck the winning penalty in Sunday’s shootout to help England clinch a second consecutive Women’s Euros title, capping a wild ride that the coach called the most chaotic tournament ever. The 55-year-old, who is under contract with England through 2027, had already made history by… Continue reading Wiegman hails most chaotic tournament ever

Starmer to discuss Gaza crisis and trade with Trump in Scotland

TURNBERRY: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to press US President Donald Trump on the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza and stalled ceasefire talks when they meet at Trump’s Scottish golf resort. The discussions will also cover trade cooperation following a recent UK-US deal and efforts to resolve Russia’s war in Ukraine. Starmer is… Continue reading Starmer to discuss Gaza crisis and trade with Trump in Scotland

Germany’s Merz praises EU-US trade deal despite industry backlash

BERLIN: German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has welcomed the newly announced trade deal between the European Union and the United States, describing it as a measure to prevent unnecessary trade conflicts. The agreement, which imposes 15-percent tariffs on most EU exports, has drawn mixed reactions, with industries expressing concerns over its economic impact. Merz stated, “We… Continue reading Germany’s Merz praises EU-US trade deal despite industry backlash

George Lucas makes historic first Comic-Con appearance for art museum

SAN DIEGO: Star Wars creator George Lucas made history with his first-ever appearance at Comic-Con, thrilling fans who lined up for hours to see the legendary filmmaker. The 81-year-old director took the stage not to discuss his iconic films but to showcase his passion project—the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, set to open in Los… Continue reading George Lucas makes historic first Comic-Con appearance for art museum

Kelly the hero as England sink Spain in shootout to win Euro 2025

CHLOE KELLY fired in the decisive spot-kick as England beat Spain 3-1 in a penalty shootout to win Euro 2025 on Sunday, successfully defending the title they won three years ago after an enthralling game that ended 1-1 after extra time. It was another spectacular turnaround from Sarina Wiegman’s side, who came back from two… Continue reading Kelly the hero as England sink Spain in shootout to win Euro 2025
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Train derailment in Germany leaves 3 dead, dozens injured

RIEDLINGEN: Three people were killed and multiple others injured after a regional passenger train derailed in southwestern Germany on Sunday evening. The accident occurred around 6:10 pm near the town of Riedlingen in Baden-Wuerttemberg state. Initial reports from police indicated four fatalities, but authorities later corrected the number to three. The exact count of injured… Continue reading Train derailment in Germany leaves 3 dead, dozens injured

US and EU agree on 15% tariff deal to prevent trade war

TURNBERRY: The United States and the European Union have reached a trade agreement imposing a 15% tariff on most EU goods, averting a potential trade war between the two economic powerhouses. The deal, announced by US President Donald Trump and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, includes $600 billion in EU investments in the… Continue reading US and EU agree on 15% tariff deal to prevent trade war