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Bryan Mbeumo joins Man Utd as childhood dream comes true

CAMEROON winger Bryan Mbeumo has fulfilled a lifelong ambition by joining Manchester United from Brentford in a deal worth an initial £65 million. The 25-year-old, who scored 20 goals last season, signed a contract until 2030 with an option for an additional year. “As soon as I knew there was a chance to join Manchester… Continue reading

Bryan Mbeumo joins Man Utd as childhood dream comes true

Chinese engineer pleads guilty to stealing US missile tech secrets

LOS ANGELES: A Chinese-born engineer has pleaded guilty to stealing sensitive US trade secrets, including advanced missile detection technology. Chenguang Gong, 59, admitted to transferring thousands of confidential files from a research firm to his personal devices, according to the US Justice Department. Gong, a naturalized US citizen since 2011, worked briefly at an unnamed… Continue reading

MET Malaysia urges vigilance as haze returns

PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MET Malaysia) has confirmed that the haze, currently blanketing parts of the country, is largely due to transboundary smoke from central Sumatran forest fires, swept in by south-westerly winds during the ongoing Southwest Monsoon. Running from June to September, this monsoon typically brings dry weather and scant rainfall –… Continue reading

White House bars WSJ from Trump trip over Epstein report

WASHINGTON: The White House has blocked The Wall Street Journal from covering President Donald Trump’s upcoming trip to Scotland, escalating tensions over the newspaper’s recent report linking Trump to Jeffrey Epstein. The decision follows Trump’s $10 billion lawsuit against the WSJ and its owner, Rupert Murdoch, over claims he denies. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stated,… Continue reading

New Russia-Ukraine peace talks set for Wednesday in Istanbul

KYIV: Russia and Ukraine will hold another round of peace talks on Wednesday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed Monday. The negotiations, set to take place in Istanbul, follow two previous rounds in May and June that failed to yield progress. Turkish officials confirmed the venue, though Moscow has yet to formally acknowledge the talks. Zelensky’s… Continue reading

Malcolm-Jamal Warner of ‘The Cosby Show’ dies at 54 in drowning accident

LOS ANGELES/SAN JOSE: American actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner, best known for his role as Theo Huxtable on the iconic 1980s sitcom *The Cosby Show*, has died at the age of 54. Authorities confirmed his death was due to drowning after being caught in a rip current while vacationing in Costa Rica. According to Costa Rica’s judicial… Continue reading

US Treasury chief calls for Fed ‘internal review’

WASHINGTON: US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent called Monday for the Federal Reserve to conduct an “exhaustive internal review of its non-monetary policy operations,“ accusing the central bank of “significant mission creep.” In a lengthy post on X, Bessent sought to clarify remarks he made in a CNBC interview earlier in the day, in which he… Continue reading

Trump releases Martin Luther King assassination files

WASHINGTON: The U.S. Justice Department on Monday released more than 240,000 pages of documents related to the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr., including records from the FBI, which had surveilled the civil rights leader as part of an effort to discredit the Nobel Peace Prize winner and his civil rights movement. Files were posted… Continue reading

New SOPs for community service enforcement by local authorities

KUALA LUMPUR: The Local Government Department (JKT) will introduce standard operating procedures (SOPs) to guide local authorities (PBTs) in enforcing court-ordered community service sentences for littering offenders. Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming announced the move following the passage of the Local Government (Amendment) Bill 2025 in the Dewan Rakyat. Nga stressed the… Continue reading

Stay granted on sexual assault suit against PM

PUTRAJAYA: The Court of Appeal has granted a stay in the civil suit filed against Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim in 2021 by his former research officer Muhammed Yusoff Rawther over allegations of sexual assault. The decision effectively puts the High Court trial on hold, pending the outcome of constitutional issues that are being… Continue reading

Microsoft server hack impacts 100 organizations globally

WASHINGTON/LONDON: A large-scale cyber espionage campaign targeting Microsoft SharePoint servers has compromised around 100 organizations, according to cybersecurity researchers. The attack exploits a previously unknown vulnerability, allowing hackers to infiltrate systems and potentially install backdoors for persistent access. Microsoft issued an alert on Saturday warning of “active attacks” on self-hosted SharePoint servers, though cloud-based instances… Continue reading

Malaysia needs more funds for road maintenance, says deputy minister

KUALA LUMPUR: The Works Ministry has requested additional funding to address urgent road maintenance needs across Malaysia. Deputy Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan highlighted that weather, overloaded vehicles, and aging infrastructure are major contributors to road damage. He stated, “To properly maintain roads this year, we need RM4 billion. However, we only received RM2.2 billion… Continue reading

Serious irregularities found in 2025 Auditor-General’s Report

KUALA LUMPUR: Serious irregularities were uncovered in three audits detailed in the 2025 Auditor-General’s Report (LKAN) Series 2, tabled in the Dewan Rakyat today. Governance weaknesses were identified in FELCRA Berhad’s oil palm plantation leasing procurements, involving RM241.76 million from 2022 to 2024. Auditor-General Datuk Seri Wan Suraya Wan Mohd Radzi highlighted flaws in Universiti… Continue reading

Police report lodged over AI scam video using King’s fake images

KUALA LUMPUR: Police have confirmed receiving a report regarding a 32-second video circulating on TikTok that uses AI-generated images of His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia. The video, found on the account @DATUKZULKARNAIN77, is suspected to be part of a fraudulent scheme. Bukit Aman Commercial Crime Investigation Department director Datuk Rusdi Mohd Isa stated… Continue reading

WHO reports Israeli military attack on Gaza staff residence

The World Health Organization said the Israeli military attacked its staff residence and main warehouse in the Gazan city of Deir al-Balah on Monday, compromising its operations in Gaza. The United Nations agency said the WHO staff residence was attacked three times, with airstrikes causing a fire and extensive damage, and endangering staff and their… Continue reading

‘Offer engaging news to draw youths’

PETALING JAYA: As younger generations scroll past headlines in favour of snappy social media updates, an academic has called on traditional news outlets to rethink how they could connect with youths. Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) School of Communication faculty member Dr Chai Ming Hock said youth around the world are increasingly turning to social media… Continue reading

Sustainable data centre framework to launch in October

KUALA LUMPUR: A new framework for sustainable data centres is set to launch in October, announced Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz. The initiative, under the Ministry of Digital, will involve strategic coordination with agencies and state governments to streamline data centre development. The decision was made during the third… Continue reading

Litterbugs face community service under amended Malaysia law

KUALA LUMPUR: The Dewan Rakyat has passed the Solid Waste and Public Cleansing Management (Amendment) Bill 2025, introducing community service as punishment for littering offences. Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming said the new provision allows courts to issue community service orders alongside fines. Nga emphasised the need for firm enforcement, urging public… Continue reading

Kuantan landfill fire controlled after 26-hour operation

KUANTAN: The fire at the Jerangau-Jabor landfill in Mukim Sungai Karang has been brought under control after a 26-hour operation. Gebeng Fire and Rescue Station chief Zahidah Ali confirmed the blaze was contained by 5.30 pm today, though smoke persists at the site. Twelve personnel remain stationed overnight to monitor the situation. “The affected area… Continue reading

Sandakan MMEA foils RM830k fuel smuggling attempt

SANDAKAN: The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) intercepted a smuggling attempt involving diesel, petrol, and gas worth RM830,000 near Tanjung Aru. A pump boat was detained 0.8 nautical miles offshore while heading towards a neighbouring country. Sandakan maritime zone director Maritime Captain Muhamad Suhairy Hussain confirmed the arrest at 1.05 am after detecting suspicious navigation… Continue reading

Malaysia U23 team exits AFF Cup after draw with Indonesia

THE Malaysian Under-23 football team’s journey in the 2025 AFF U23 Championship ended after a goalless draw against Indonesia in their final Group A match at Gelora Bung Karno Stadium. The result left them third in the group, missing out on a semifinal spot. Despite the elimination, head coach Nafuzi Zain commended his players for… Continue reading

New Trump HR chief denies Elon Musk ties amid administration rift

WASHINGTON: The new chief of the agency spearheading efforts to slash the federal workforce said on Monday he had no personal ties to tech billionaire and former Trump advisor Elon Musk, pledging to faithfully execute President Donald Trump’s agenda. “I have zero personal relationship with Elon Musk. I have talked to Elon Musk once on… Continue reading

Staying loyal to cheating type

INFIDELITY within a relationship is an unfortunate event that can shake the very foundation of trust, leaving the betrayed partner to deal with a number of emotions ranging from hurt and betrayal to anger and confusion. In the aftermath of such a breach of trust, one of the most challenging decisions individuals face is whether… Continue reading

Ex-cop gets 33 months for Breonna Taylor rights violation in US

LOUISVILLE: Former Louisville police officer Brett Hankison was sentenced on Monday to 33 months in prison for violating Breonna Taylor’s rights during the raid in which she was shot and killed, after President Donald Trump’s Justice Department asked the judge to imprison him for a single day. Taylor, a Black woman, was shot and killed… Continue reading

MOH-NGO partnership boosts infectious disease prevention in Kelantan

KOTA BHARU: Close collaboration between the Health Ministry (MOH) and health-related non-governmental organisations (NGOs) is crucial in strengthening infectious disease prevention and early intervention efforts, particularly among high-risk groups, said Kelantan Health director Datuk Dr Zaini Hussin. He cited outreach initiatives by the Kelantan Patient Intermediary Association (Sahabat), supported by the Malaysian AIDS Foundation, as… Continue reading

US government employee blocked from leaving China amid tensions

WASHINGTON: The U.S. State Department said on Monday that the Chinese government had blocked a U.S. Patent and Trademark Office employee visiting the Asian country in a personal capacity from leaving. “We are tracking this case very closely and are engaged with Chinese officials to resolve the situation as quickly as possible,“ a State Department… Continue reading

‘Malaysia expands global trade, firm on domestic interests’

PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia is deepening its engagement with emerging economies while maintaining a firm stance in trade talks with the US, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim yesterday. Speaking at the monthly assembly of the Prime Minister’s Department, Anwar reaffirmed that while Malaysia welcomes foreign investment – including from the US – it will not… Continue reading

Anwar dares opposition to table no-confidence vote

PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has challenged opposition MPs to table a vote of no confidence in Parliament if they believe the government no longer holds the majority. He noted that any attempt to topple the administration outside the democratic process would constitute a breach of the Federal Constitution. Addressing civil servants during… Continue reading

Ban on tampered vape may backfire, says academic

GEORGE TOWN: As calls to ban tampered vape products such as K-Pod grow louder, experts have warned that an outright ban may backfire, exacerbating the problem rather than solving it. They say addressing the issue requires political will, inter-agency coordination, psychological insight and, above all, compassion. Universiti Sains Malaysia criminologist Datuk Dr P. Sundramoorthy described… Continue reading

Johor Bahru bus drivers strike disrupts Singapore commute

JOHOR BAHRU: Private employee Saiful Umar, 37, was among thousands caught off guard when around 100 Malaysian bus drivers operating to Singapore suddenly went on strike early this morning at the Sultan Iskandar Building (BSI). “I was shocked, there was no information at all (on a strike),“ he said. Passengers arriving as early as 5… Continue reading

Sarawak unity drives sustainable growth towards 2030 vision

KUCHING: The unity of Sarawak’s diverse communities remains the cornerstone of the state’s progress as it advances towards becoming a high-income and developed region by 2030, said Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. Marking Sarawak Day 2025 under the theme ‘Sarawak Maju Makmur’ (Progressive and Prosperous Sarawak), he emphasised the state’s commitment to inclusive… Continue reading

Fire destroys 14 wooden shops in Jasin, Melaka

JASIN: A fire broke out at Pekan Simpang Bekoh, destroying 14 wooden shophouses, six of which were still in operation. The incident occurred earlier today, with emergency services responding swiftly to contain the blaze. Jasin Fire and Rescue Station (BBP) operations commander Saiful Nazri Mohd Nor confirmed that they received a distress call at 4.57… Continue reading

Jertih woman injured in attempted robbery during cake delivery

JERTIH: A 31-year-old woman sustained injuries on both hands after being attacked by a man pretending to be a customer in an attempted robbery. The incident occurred yesterday afternoon on Jalan Tembila in Kampung Gong Medang. According to Besut deputy police chief DSP Md Sani Md Saleh, the victim was delivering frozen cakes ordered by… Continue reading

GOF seizes RM690,000 worth of cannabis flowers in Padang Besar

KANGAR: The General Operations Force (GOF) intercepted 23 kilogrammes of cannabis flowers valued at RM690,000 near the Malaysia-Thailand border in Padang Besar early this morning. The seizure occurred at 5 am following intelligence gathered from CCTV footage. GOF North Brigade Commander SAC Shahrum Hashim stated that a GOF team detected suspicious activity, leading to the… Continue reading

Ismanira nafi abaikan Zayn Rayyan, dakwa sentiasa ambil berat

PETALING JAYA: Ismanira Abdul Manaf, ibu kepada Allahyarham Zayn Rayyan Abdul Matin, hari ini menegaskan di Mahkamah Sesyen bahawa dia tidak pernah mengabaikan anak autistiknya seperti yang didakwa. “Tidak, saya tidak abai Zayn khususnya pada 5 Dis 2023 sepertimana dalam pertuduhan,“ kata Ismanira, 30, semasa pemeriksaan utama oleh peguamnya, Haresh Mahadevan. Beliau menekankan bahawa dia… Continue reading

Pahang kembangkan peluang pekerjaan, sasar lebih banyak pelaburan

TEMERLOH: Kerajaan Negeri Pahang terus berusaha memperluas peluang pekerjaan dengan menarik lebih banyak pelaburan ke negeri ini, menurut Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail. Beliau berkata pertumbuhan pelaburan dijangka membuka lebih banyak peluang pekerjaan, sekaligus memberi ruang kepada anak negeri yang bekerja di luar untuk kembali berkhidmat di Pahang. “Kita ingin menyediakan lebih… Continue reading

MACC freezes RM150m accounts in scrap metal smuggling crackdown

GEORGE TOWN: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has frozen 324 bank accounts worth nearly RM150 million and seized assets valued at RM183 million in a major crackdown on scrap metal and e-waste smuggling syndicates. The operation, spanning five states, uncovered an estimated RM950 million in tax revenue losses due to bribery of enforcement officers. A… Continue reading

Kos sara hidup punca belia tangguh kahwin, kata Noraini

KUALA LUMPUR: Tekanan kos sara hidup menjadi faktor utama ramai belia menangguhkan perkahwinan serta mengambil keputusan untuk berkeluarga walaupun hasrat itu tetap ada, kata Timbalan Menteri Pembangunan Wanita, Keluarga dan Masyarakat Datuk Seri Dr Noraini Ahmad. Beliau berkata berdasarkan laporan Tabung Penduduk Pertubuhan Bangsa-Bangsa Bersatu (UNFPA), hampir satu daripada lima orang dewasa di 14 negara… Continue reading

RUU Kredit Pengguna 2025 diluluskan, SKP selaras landskap kredit

KUALA LUMPUR: Dewan Rakyat hari ini meluluskan Rang Undang-Undang Kredit Pengguna (RUUKP) 2025 bagi melindungi kepentingan pengguna kredit di Malaysia. RUUKP dibentangkan bagi bacaan kali kedua dan ketiga oleh Timbalan Menteri Kewangan Lim Hui Ying. Beliau menjelaskan bahawa rang undang-undang ini digubal untuk menangani kelompongan dalam industri kredit yang tidak dikawal selia, terutamanya perniagaan yang… Continue reading

Skp lancar rangka kerja kawal selia bnpl bagi elak hutang berlebihan

KUALA LUMPUR: Suruhanjaya Kredit Pengguna (SKP) akan melaksanakan rangka kerja kawal selia bagi skim ‘Beli Sekarang, Bayar Kemudian’ (BNPL) secara menyeluruh dan mampan. Langkah ini bagi memastikan rakyat tidak terjerumus ke dalam kancah hutang yang boleh membawa kepada peningkatan kes muflis. Timbalan Menteri Kewangan Lim Hui Ying berkata syarikat BNPL akan diwajibkan lakukan penilaian kemampuan… Continue reading

Typhoon Wipha devastates Philippines, Vietnam, Laos

PHNOM PENH: Laos, the Philippines, and Vietnam remain on high alert as Typhoon Wipha continues its destructive path across Southeast Asia. The storm has caused widespread damage to homes and infrastructure while displacing thousands of people. The Philippines’ National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council reported that approximately 800,000 people have been affected by the… Continue reading

MyVISA 2.0 dilancarkan dengan teknologi AI mulai 1 Ogos

PUTRAJAYA: Sistem MyVISA 2.0, platform visa digital bersepadu untuk pengurusan visa warga asing, akan mula beroperasi pada 1 Ogos ini. Sistem ini dilancarkan oleh Timbalan Menteri Dalam Negeri Datuk Seri Shamsul Anuar Nasarah sempena sambutan Hari Imigresen ke-103 bertemakan ‘AI menerajui reformasi Imigresen’. Ketua Pengarah Imigresen Datuk Zakaria Shaaban berkata MyVISA 2.0 menggunakan teknologi kecerdasan… Continue reading

Lelaki maut dihempap kereta di bengkel Miri

KUCHING: Seorang lelaki maut selepas dihempap sebuah kereta semasa melakukan kerja penyelenggaraan di sebuah bengkel di Miri hari ini. Kejadian itu dilaporkan kepada Pusat Gerakan Operasi Jabatan Bomba dan Penyelamat Sarawak pada jam 11.03 pagi. Menurut kenyataan pihak bomba, “Setibanya di tempat kejadian, didapati seorang lelaki dikenali Jacky Huang Nai Kuei tersepit di bawah kenderaan… Continue reading

KPE GLC dan GLIC wajib isytihar harta untuk tingkat akauntabiliti

PUTRAJAYA: Langkah mewajibkan ketua pegawai eksekutif (KPE) syarikat berkaitan kerajaan (GLC) dan syarikat pelaburan berkaitan kerajaan (GLIC) mengisytiharkan harta kepada Suruhanjaya Pencegahan Rasuah Malaysia (SPRM) merupakan langkah awal bagi meningkatkan akauntabiliti masing-masing. Ketua Pesuruhjaya SPRM Tan Sri Azam Baki berkata pengisytiharan itu memberi isyarat jelas bahawa ketua organisasi perlu bertanggungjawab terhadap harta dan aset mereka.… Continue reading

Libatkan pelajar dalam kegiatan kesenian, bendung gejala sosial – Raja Permaisuri Agong

KUALA LUMPUR: Raja Permaisuri Agong Raja Zarith Sofiah menitahkan supaya pelajar sekolah menengah, khususnya daripada keluarga B40, didedahkan kepada industri seni sebagai usaha membendung mereka daripada terjerumus ke dalam gejala sosial. Raja Zarith Sofiah menerusi hantaran di Facebook Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar bertitah Seri Paduka Baginda sedar tentang cabaran yang dihadapi dalam kehidupan golongan B40… Continue reading

JIM perlu perkukuh penggunaan AI untuk tingkat kualiti perkhidmatan

PUTRAJAYA: Jabatan Imigresen Malaysia (JIM) perlu memperkukuh penggunaan teknologi kecerdasan buatan (AI) bagi meningkatkan kualiti perkhidmatan kepada rakyat serta kecekapan operasi jabatan. Menteri Dalam Negeri Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail berkata, integrasi AI dalam JIM akan meningkatkan produktiviti dan kutipan hasil negara. “Sebelum ini, JIM tidak mengguna pakai AI tetapi sekarang JIM telah guna pakai… Continue reading

Zayn Rayyan’s mother denies neglect charges in court testimony

PETALING JAYA: The mother of Zayn Rayyan Abdul Matin, Ismanira Abdul Manaf, denied charges of neglecting her autistic son during her defence proceedings at the Sessions Court today. The 30-year-old testified that she had followed her usual routine on the day her son went missing, Dec 5, 2023. Ismanira recounted picking Zayn up from school… Continue reading

Zayn Rayyan’s mother denies neglect charges in court testimony

Dasar peniaga tempatan India di Pulau Pinang untuk karnival Deepavali

GEORGE TOWN: Kerajaan Pulau Pinang telah menetapkan dasar yang membenarkan hanya peniaga India tempatan sahaja terlibat dalam penganjuran karnival jualan sempena musim perayaan Deepavali. Langkah ini bertujuan melindungi kepentingan peniaga tempatan yang bergantung pada tempoh perayaan untuk meningkatkan pendapatan. Ketua Menteri Chow Kon Yeow menjelaskan bahawa dasar ini telah dilaksanakan sejak lima tahun lepas susulan… Continue reading