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Civil service reform needs empathy and integrity, says KSN

KUALA LUMPUR: Civil servants must uphold integrity, empathy, and a strong sense of amanah to drive national reform, said Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar. He emphasised that public service leadership should be rooted in values that effectively serve the people. Speaking at the launch of the Azman Hashim International… Continue reading

PM to address misconceptions over top judicial vacancy tomorrow

PUTRAJAYA: An announcement will be made today to address misconceptions surrounding concerns regarding judicial independence and ongoing legal reforms following discussions during a pre-council meeting of the Conference of Rulers at Istana Negara yesterday. Anwar added that the clarification was necessary to ensure the public understands the process and current status of the appointment. He… Continue reading

Ukrainian drone strike on Voronezh injures 16 amid escalating conflict

MOSCOW: A Ukrainian drone strike on the Russian city of Voronezh left 16 people wounded, according to local officials. The attack, which occurred overnight, resulted in shrapnel and cut wounds, with 13 individuals requiring hospitalization. Voronezh Governor Alexander Gusev confirmed the casualties in a social media post, stating, “At the moment we know of 16… Continue reading

Maori tourism model seen as boost for Orang Asli growth

ROTORUA: The Maori community’s success in transforming their village into a global tourism hotspot could serve as a blueprint for Malaysia’s Orang Asli settlements, according to Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. During his visit to Rotorua, he highlighted the potential of adopting similar strategies to elevate Orang Asli tourism and socio-economic… Continue reading

Majlis Media Malaysia bebas urus industri tanpa campur tangan kerajaan

PUTRAJAYA:** Pembentukan Majlis Media Malaysia (MMM) membolehkan isu industri media diurus secara lebih terangkum, mampan, dan bebas tanpa campur tangan kerajaan. Menteri Komunikasi Datuk Fahmi Fadzil menegaskan bahawa MMM akan beroperasi secara bebas daripada kawalan kementerian. Fahmi berkata, “Saya harap dengan terbentuknya MMM, isu dihadapi rakan-rakan dalam industri media di negara kita dapat diuruskan secara… Continue reading

KPKT partners with environmental NGOs for NCEC and Malaysia Cleanup Day

PUTRAJAYA: The Ministry of Housing and Local Government (KPKT) plans to engage environmental NGOs as strategic partners in the National Circular Economy Council for Solid Waste (NCEC). Minister Nga Kor Ming emphasized the ministry’s commitment to fostering collaboration with NGOs and local communities to advance sustainable urban development under the Malaysia MADANI vision. Nga stated,… Continue reading

Drone attack halts US-run oil field in Iraq’s Kurdistan

ARBIL: A drone strike disrupted operations at a US-operated oil field in Iraq’s autonomous Kurdistan region, marking another attack on the area’s critical energy infrastructure. The Kurdistan Regional Government condemned the strike on the Sarsang oil field in Duhok province as an act of terrorism. HKN Energy, the US firm managing the site, confirmed the… Continue reading

Ahmad Zahid cadang tubuh majlis perniagaan, TVET khas perkasa Orang Asli

ROTORUA: Timbalan Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi mencadangkan penubuhan Majlis Perniagaan Orang Asli dan institusi Pendidikan dan Latihan Teknikal dan Vokasional (TVET) khusus bagi memperkasa ekonomi komuniti tersebut. Inisiatif ini merupakan sebahagian daripada lima cadangan utama hasil kajian kejayaan komuniti Maori di New Zealand dalam memartabatkan masyarakat pribumi mereka. “Saya akan mengadakan… Continue reading

Rakan KKM still a cause for concern as it lacks clarity on many aspects, says MMA president

PETALING JAYA: The setting up of Rakan KKM is still a cause for concern as it lacks clarity on many aspects, says Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) President Datuk Dr Kalwinder Singh Khaira. Kalwinder said he is concerned about the lack of clarity surrounding Rakan KKM’s governance, operational model, scope of services, financing structure, and human… Continue reading

Anwar: Stronger whistleblower protection, new Freedom of Information law by year-end

PUTRAJAYA: The government will table a revamped Whistleblower Protection Act and introduce a new Freedom of Information (FOI) Act by year-end, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced today. He said the whistleblower law will be strengthened by removing previous exclusions and establishing an independent Whistleblower Protection Committee to ensure proper oversight. “We are committed… Continue reading

KKDW to open KEMAS kindergartens for autistic children nationwide

MELAKA: The Ministry of Rural and Regional Development (KKDW) will introduce KEMAS kindergartens specifically for children with autism across all states beginning next year. Deputy Minister Datuk Rubiah Wang announced the initiative following requests from rural communities seeking better educational access for children with special needs. Rubiah highlighted that while private institutions already offer such… Continue reading

Malaysia’s men’s doubles shine at Japan Open 2024

MALAYSIA’s professional men’s doubles pair Goh Sze Fei-Nur Izzuddin Rumsani kicked off their Japan Open campaign with a commanding victory at the Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium. The world number one duo secured a straight-game win over Canada’s Kevin Lee-Ty Alexander Lindeman, finishing 21-13, 21-15 in their first-ever encounter. The defending champions now await their next opponents,… Continue reading

Projek tanaman bawang Kelantan kurangkan import menjelang 2030

KOTA BHARU:** Projek tanaman bawang seluas 30.85 hektar di tujuh jajahan di Kelantan dijangka dapat mengurangkan kebergantungan negara terhadap bawang import menjelang 2030. Menteri Besar Kelantan, Datuk Mohd Nassuruddin Daud, berkata Malaysia kini bergantung sepenuhnya kepada import bawang dari negara seperti India dan China. “Pada 2022, negara mengimport 685,400 tan metrik bawang besar dan kecil… Continue reading

Fahmi conveys birthday wishes to Sultan of Brunei

KUALA LUMPUR: Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil today extended his heartfelt congratulations and well wishes to the Sultan of Brunei, His Majesty Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, in conjunction with His Majesty’s 79th birthday. In a Facebook post, Fahmi also prayed for Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah’s continued good health. “With utmost sincerity, I pray that His Majesty is… Continue reading

Israel strikes Hezbollah targets in east Lebanon amid ceasefire tensions

JERUSALEM: Israel’s military confirmed strikes on Hezbollah’s elite Radwan force in eastern Lebanon, marking another violation of the November ceasefire. The attacks targeted training compounds in the Beqaa region, which Israel claims were used to plan operations against its troops. The Israeli Air Force stated the strikes aimed to disrupt Hezbollah’s efforts to rebuild its… Continue reading

Factory worker dies after storage rack collapse in Banting

SHAH ALAM: A factory worker was killed after a 17-level storage rack collapsed at a glove manufacturing plant in Banting earlier today. The Selangor Fire and Rescue Department confirmed the fatality, with five others sustaining injuries in the incident. According to Selangor Fire and Rescue Department assistant director (Operations) Ahmad Mukhlis Mukhtar, authorities were alerted… Continue reading

MITI belum temui bukti penyeludupan cip AI prestasi tinggi

KUALA LUMPUR: Kementerian Pelaburan, Perdagangan dan Industri (MITI) belum menemui sebarang bukti berkaitan insiden penyeludupan cip kecerdasan buatan (AI) berprestasi tinggi. Menterinya, Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz, berkata kementerian telah bekerjasama rapat dengan pelbagai pihak termasuk polis, Jabatan Kastam Diraja Malaysia, dan Suruhanjaya Komunikasi dan Multimedia Malaysia (MCMC) untuk menyiasat perkara tersebut. “Setakat… Continue reading

Malaysia targets transport trade deficit with local industry boost

SUBANG JAYA: The government is implementing targeted strategies to reduce Malaysia’s trade deficit in the transport services sector, focusing on enhancing local industry capabilities. Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook highlighted the need to strengthen high-performing domestic sectors, particularly oil and gas services, to improve export potential. Loke acknowledged Malaysia’s reliance on foreign shipping lines… Continue reading

Shila Amzah’s alleged verbal attack case referred to DPP for action

KUALA LUMPUR: The investigation paper regarding singer Shila Amzah’s allegation of being verbally attacked by a legendary male singer during a concert rehearsal will be forwarded to the Deputy Public Prosecutor’s Office for further action. Kuala Lumpur Deputy Police Chief Datuk Mohamed Usuf Jan Mohamad confirmed that authorities are finalising the report. “So far, the… Continue reading

Malaysian Media Council to operate independently without govt interference

PUTRAJAYA: The newly established Malaysian Media Council (MMC) will function independently to resolve media industry challenges without government interference, according to Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. He emphasised that the council will operate autonomously from the Communications Ministry, ensuring an inclusive and ethical media landscape. Fahmi highlighted the importance of stakeholder involvement in maintaining media… Continue reading

Johor MB and health minister meet over healthcare staff shortage

JOHOR BAHRU: The pressing issue of healthcare staff shortages in Johor’s major hospitals will be the main agenda in a meeting today between Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi and Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad. Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar confirmed the discussion, stating that potential… Continue reading

Lee Zii Jia withdraws from China Open 2025 due to injury

NATIONAL badminton star Lee Zii Jia has officially withdrawn from the 2025 China Open Badminton Championships. The Badminton World Federation (BWF) confirmed his absence on their website, noting that the tournament will proceed without the world number eight from July 22 to 27 at the Changzhou Olympic Sports Centre Xincheng Gymnasium. No official explanation has… Continue reading

Tabika Kemas khas kanak-kanak autisme dibuka di setiap

MELAKA: Kementerian Kemajuan Desa dan Wilayah (KKDW) akan membuka Taman Bimbingan Kanak-Kanak (Tabika) Kemas khas untuk kanak-kanak autisme di setiap negeri bermula tahun depan. Langkah ini diambil bagi memenuhi permintaan pendidikan khas dalam kalangan penduduk luar bandar. Timbalan Menteri Kemajuan Desa dan Wilayah, Datuk Rubiah Wang, menjelaskan bahawa pihak swasta sudah menyediakan kelas seumpama di… Continue reading

King attends pre-council meeting of Conference of Rulers

KUALA LUMPUR: His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia today attended the pre-council meeting of the Conference of Rulers at Istana Negara. According to a post on Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar’s Facebook page, the 269th Conference of Rulers will be presided over by the Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah. Tunku Temenggong of Johor… Continue reading

New Orang Asli business council and TVET institution to boost economy

ROTORUA: Malaysia will establish an Orang Asli Business Council and a specialised Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institution to uplift the economic status of the indigenous community. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi announced the initiatives during his working visit to New Zealand. The proposals were inspired by New Zealand’s… Continue reading

Tun Sambanthan’s unity legacy shapes Malaysia’s policies today

PETALING JAYA: The enduring legacy of the late Tun V.T. Sambanthan continues to influence Malaysia’s national unity policies, according to National Unity Minister Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang. Speaking at an event commemorating Sambanthan’s contributions, Aaron emphasised how the late leader’s inclusive vision remains relevant in today’s multicultural society. Aaron noted that Sambanthan, Malaysia’s first National… Continue reading

Oil prices drop as Trump’s 50-day Russia deadline eases supply fears

LONDON: Oil prices dropped on Tuesday as U.S. President Donald Trump’s 50-day deadline for Russia to end the Ukraine conflict eased immediate concerns over potential supply disruptions. Brent crude futures fell 56 cents, or 0.8%, to $68.65 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude futures declined 62 cents, or 0.9%, to $66.36. “The focus… Continue reading

Govt to address Malaysian Bar concerns within constitutional framework

KUALA LUMPUR: The government has acknowledged concerns raised by the Malaysian Bar during the ‘Walk to Safeguard Judicial Independence’ and pledged to address them responsibly within the Federal Constitution’s framework. Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said emphasised the commitment to transparency in judicial appointments. Last week,… Continue reading

Mb johor dan menteri kesihatan bincang isu kekurangan petugas kesihatan

KUALA LUMPUR: Isu kekurangan petugas kesihatan di hospital-hospital utama Johor akan dibincangkan dalam pertemuan antara Menteri Besar Johor Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi dan Menteri Kesihatan Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad petang ini. Ketua Setiausaha Negara Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar menyatakan bahawa isu ini telah dibangkitkan oleh Onn Hafiz dalam perbincangan mereka malam tadi.… Continue reading

Prestasi perdagangan Malaysia capai sasaran pertumbuhan 4-5 peratus

KUALA LUMPUR: Prestasi perdagangan Malaysia bagi tahun ini masih berada di landasan untuk mencapai sasaran pertumbuhan antara empat hingga lima peratus, menurut Menteri Pelaburan, Perdagangan dan Industri Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz. Beliau bagaimanapun menjangkakan perdagangan global akan menyederhana pada separuh kedua 2025 ekoran ketidaktentuan ekonomi semasa. “Ya, walaupun terdapat aktiviti awal perniagaan dalam… Continue reading

DAP to issue stand on Nick Adams’ envoy appointment: Loke

PETALING JAYA: DAP will issue an official statement soon on the controversial potential appointment of Australian political commentator Nick Adams as a special envoy to Malaysia, said party secretary-general Anthony Loke. “DAP will make a stand. We will issue a statement on that. “I have just instructed our International Secretary to issue a statement,” he… Continue reading

Keputusan perolehan LMS kelompok ketiga selepas RMK13 dibentang

KUALA LUMPUR: Keputusan mengenai perolehan Kapal Misi Pesisir (LMS) Kelompok Ketiga untuk Tentera Laut Diraja Malaysia (TLDM) hanya akan dimuktamadkan selepas pembentangan Rancangan Malaysia Ke-13 (RMK13) pada hujung Julai ini. Menteri Pertahanan Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin berkata demikian ketika mengulas spekulasi berhubung perolehan kapal perang itu, susulan lawatan Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim… Continue reading

Pekerja Bangladesh maut dihempap rak 17 tingkat di kilang Shah Alam

SHAH ALAM: Seorang pekerja kilang warga Bangladesh maut selepas dihempap rak penyimpanan barang setinggi 17 tingkat di sebuah kilang sarung tangan di Banting. Kejadian berlaku pagi tadi, mengakibatkan lima lagi pekerja cedera. Menurut Penolong Pengarah Bahagian Operasi Jabatan Bomba dan Penyelamat Selangor, Ahmad Mukhlis Mukhtar, pihak bomba menerima panggilan kecemasan pada 10.54 pagi. Pasukan dari… Continue reading

Anwar to finalise top judiciary appointments pending Rulers’ consent, says Loke

PETALING JAYA: The appointments to fill several key vacancies in the judiciary including the top post of Chief Justice will be presented to the Conference of Rulers, which is scheduled to convene tomorrow, said DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke. He said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim had already provided a detailed briefing on the matter… Continue reading

Model pelancongan Maori contoh terbaik untuk majukan Orang Asli – Ahmad Zahid

ROTORUA: Kejayaan komuniti Maori di New Zealand membangunkan perkampungan mereka sebagai destinasi pelancongan bertaraf dunia menjadi inspirasi kepada Malaysia untuk memajukan kawasan Orang Asli. Timbalan Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi yang melawat perkampungan tradisional Maori di Rotorua berkata pendekatan inklusif mereka boleh dicontohi. “Insya-Allah, akan wujud satu kawasan di Melaka yang didedikasikan… Continue reading

Pelari maraton tertua Britain Fauja Singh maut dalam kemalangan jalan raya

LONDON: Pelari maraton veteran Britain, Fauja Singh, meninggal dunia dalam kemalangan jalan raya di Punjab, India pada usia 114 tahun. Menurut laporan media tempatan, beliau dilanggar kereta ketika cuba melintas jalan di kampung kelahirannya, Beas Pind berhampiran Jalandhar. Kematiannya disahkan oleh kelab lariannya, “Sikhs In The City”, yang berpangkalan di London. Kelab itu juga memaklumkan… Continue reading

Most missing persons rescued after boat capsizes off Sumatra

PADANG: Most of the 11 people reported missing after a boat capsized off Indonesia’s western island of Sumatra have been rescued, authorities confirmed Tuesday. The vessel overturned near the Mentawai Islands, with survivors clinging to debris until help arrived. The Mentawai search and rescue agency stated the boat capsized around 11:00 am Monday while navigating… Continue reading

World’s oldest marathon runner Fauja Singh dies at 114 in accident

JALANDHAR: Fauja Singh, widely regarded as the world’s oldest marathon runner, has passed away at the age of 114 following a road accident in Punjab’s Jalandhar district. The Indian-born British national, affectionately known as the “Turbaned Tornado,“ was struck by an unidentified vehicle while crossing the road in his village of Bias. Singh’s biographer, Khushwant… Continue reading

US envoy nomination: Malaysia has right to accept or reject, says Fahmi

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia has reiterated its stance on exercising its sovereign right to accept or reject any foreign ambassador. The government’s comments come in response to backlash over the nomination of pro-Israel political commentator and self-proclaimed “alpha male” Nick Adams as the next United States ambassador to Malaysia. Communications Minister and government spokesperson Fahmi Fadzil… Continue reading

Empowering young girls to become leaders

MANY young girls sometimes feel it is not their right to speak up, when they face problems at school or at home. They remain passive and accept bullying and harassment in their schools and in some cases, domestic violence at home. This can cause mental health problems when they reach adulthood. The RYTHM (raise yourself… Continue reading

Nissan to halt Oppama plant production by 2027 amid restructuring

TOKYO: Struggling automaker Nissan has confirmed it will cease production at its Oppama plant in Japan by the end of fiscal year 2027. The decision follows a net loss of 671 billion yen ($4.5 billion) last year and plans to reduce its global workforce by 15 percent. “The company will cease vehicle production at the… Continue reading

SDB launches DaMai, redefining luxury multigenerational living in Melawati

KUALA LUMPUR: Selangor Dredging Bhd (SDB) has unveiled DaMai, a first-of-its-kind hilltop residence in Taman Melawati, offering a unique blend of luxury, cultural heritage and multigenerational living in a boutique, mid-rise development. Set on a 7.158-acre freehold site, DaMai features a single 17-storey block with 306 spacious units ranging from 2,056 to 5,038 square feet.… Continue reading

Tesla opens first India showroom in Mumbai amid EV push

MUMBAI: Tesla officially entered the Indian market with its first showroom opening in Mumbai, marking a strategic move by Elon Musk’s electric vehicle giant to expand beyond slowing sales in the US and Europe. The inauguration was led by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, with select visitors granted early access. Tesla’s India debut follows years… Continue reading

Singapore open water race postponed due to poor water quality

SINGAPORE: The women’s 10km open water race at the world swimming championships has been postponed after water quality tests at Sentosa Island exceeded safety limits. World Aquatics announced the delay on Tuesday, prioritising athlete welfare. The event, originally scheduled for Tuesday morning, will now take place on Wednesday alongside the men’s race. Organisers confirmed that… Continue reading

ASEAN Change Management Conference 2025 returns to Kuala Lumpur

KUALA LUMPUR: The ASEAN Change Management Conference 2025 (ACMC) is set to return to Kuala Lumpur on October 1 and 2, reinforcing its role as a key platform for leadership and organisational transformation in Southeast Asia. Organised by K-Pintar Sdn Bhd, this year’s event, themed ‘Advancing Results, Change Done Right!’, will focus on actionable strategies… Continue reading

MITI finds no proof of AI chips smuggling in Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR: The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) has found no proof of high-performance artificial intelligence (AI) chips being smuggled into Malaysia, according to its minister, Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz. He stated that MITI has been coordinating with enforcement agencies, including the police, Customs Department, and the Malaysian Communications and… Continue reading

Egypt grand museum delay impacts tourism revival hopes

CAIRO: The much-anticipated opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum has been postponed yet again, dealing a blow to local businesses and tourism operators banking on a surge in visitors. Originally scheduled for early July 2025, the museum’s full launch has been pushed to the final quarter of the year, leaving many in the industry scrambling… Continue reading

Dialogue key to China-Australia ties, Albanese tells Xi in Beijing

BEIJING: Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese emphasised the importance of dialogue in strengthening ties with China during his meeting with President Xi Jinping in Beijing. The visit, Albanese’s second as PM, aims to reinforce recently stabilised trade relations despite lingering geopolitical strains. Relations between the two nations have faced turbulence over the past decade, marked… Continue reading

Cybersecurity Malaysia drafts enforcement strategy to boost digital trust

KUALA LUMPUR: CyberSecurity Malaysia (CSM) is finalising an enforcement strategy aimed at strengthening digital trust and improving data safety, according to Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo. The strategy, now in its final draft stage, was presented to the minister last week and will be submitted to the Cabinet for further input and approval this year.… Continue reading

Federal Maritime Law review aims to harmonise, not centralise: Loke

PETALING JAYA: Transport Minister Anthony Loke has assured that the federal government’s review of Malaysia’s maritime laws is aimed at harmonising regulations across the country, not centralising power from Sabah and Sarawak. “We are not taking over state powers. Maritime rights under the Malaysian Agreement 1963 (MA63) will be fully respected. “What we want is… Continue reading