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Zafrul ‘more than 50% confident’ of tariff deal with US

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia is standing firm on its national interests as talks with the United States continue over the looming 25% import tariff on Malaysian goods, says Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz. “We cannot compromise when there is an issue related to the sovereignty of the country,” he said… Continue reading

Zafrul ‘more than 50% confident’ of tariff deal with US

Algeria, Uruguay to join ASEAN’s Treaty of Amity and Cooperation

KUALA LUMPUR: Algeria and Uruguay are set to become the newest signatories to ASEAN’s Treaty of Amity and Cooperation (TAC), marking another milestone in the bloc’s diplomatic outreach. Malaysia’s Foreign Minister, Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan, confirmed the development during the opening of the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting. “The principles of ASEAN are being embraced… Continue reading

Algeria, Uruguay to join ASEAN’s Treaty of Amity and Cooperation

Apple in talks for US F1 broadcast rights after movie success

APPLE is reportedly in discussions to secure the US broadcast rights for Formula 1 when the current contract expires next year. The Financial Times revealed the tech giant’s interest, citing sources familiar with the matter. This move follows the strong performance of Apple’s racing film “F1: The Movie,“ which has earned $293 million in its… Continue reading

Tengku Zafrul, Anwar to engage US officials ahead of 25% tariff imposition

KUALA LUMPUR: Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Datuk Seri Tengku Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz is set to hold a video call with his United States counterpart tomorrow, as Malaysia intensifies efforts to defuse the looming tariff dispute. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is also expected to meet US Senator Marco Rubio on the sidelines… Continue reading

Apple in talks for US F1 broadcast rights after movie success

Selangor invests RM16m yearly in TVET to empower youth, boost skills

SHAH ALAM: The Selangor government is committing RM16 million each year to enhance Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) initiatives, aiming to uplift youth, including those from the Indian community. State executive councillor for Human Resources and Poverty Eradication, V. Papparaidu, confirmed the funding covers sponsorships at institutions like the Selangor Technical Skills Development… Continue reading

Malaysia seeks win-win in ongoing US trade talks

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia remains optimistic that ongoing negotiations with the United States over a proposed 25% import tariff on Malaysian goods can yield a positive outcome before the Aug 1 deadline, said Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Datuk Seri Tengku Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz. He said Malaysia had entered the talks in good faith, with… Continue reading

Married couple charged for illegal haj pilgrimage organisation in Seremban

SEREMBAN: A married couple pleaded not guilty in the Sessions Court today for allegedly organising an unlicensed haj pilgrimage. Mhd Lihan Sabari, 60, and his wife Noor Nisrin Mahlim, 58, were charged with accepting RM81,000 from a woman to arrange the religious trip without approval from the Pilgrims Fund Board. The offence occurred between April… Continue reading

Malaysia to negotiate US tariff hike before August finalisation

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian government will persist in negotiations with the United States over the newly imposed 25% tariff on Malaysian exports. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim stated that Malaysia will present its case before the rate is finalised in August. “We have sent teams to negotiate and explained the position that ours is… Continue reading

Program Anak Kita atasi sasaran awal, catat kejayaan – Fadhlina

KUALA LUMPUR: Program Anak Kita menunjukkan prestasi memberangsangkan apabila berjaya melampaui sasaran awal yang ditetapkan dalam Program Pecutan SPM 2024. Menteri Pendidikan Fadhlina Sidek memaklumkan bahawa laporan terkini daripada Yayasan Hasanah dan Unit Pantau MADANI turut menunjukkan kemajuan positif dalam intervensi Membaca, Menulis dan Mengira (3M). Fadhlina berkata pihaknya berpuas hati dengan pencapaian program tersebut… Continue reading

Perdana Menteri Anwar Ibrahim jumpa Setiausaha Negara AS Marco Rubio

KUALA LUMPUR: Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim akan mengadakan pertemuan dengan Setiausaha Negara Amerika Syarikat Marco Rubio pada Khamis ini. Pertemuan itu dijadualkan berlangsung di Pusat Konvensyen Kuala Lumpur (KLCC) sempena Mesyuarat Pasca Persidangan Menteri-Menteri Luar ASEAN-Amerika Syarikat. “Saya akan berjumpa dengannya esok,“ kata Anwar ketika ditanya mengenai lawatan Rubio ke Malaysia. Lawatan ini… Continue reading

Selangor PBTs urged to ensure orderly MyKiosk placement

SHAH ALAM: All 12 local government authorities (PBTs) in Selangor have been instructed to ensure the placement of MyKiosk stall units is conducted systematically and in suitable locations. State Local Government and Tourism Committee chairman Ng Suee Lim emphasized the need for safe and strategic placement to benefit both vendors and customers. Ng stated, ”I… Continue reading

ASEAN gains major respect on international stage – PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said ASEAN has gained growing international recognition and respect, underpinned by the strong trust, confidence and friendship among its member states. Citing his recent engagements with global leaders in Brazil, Italy and France, he said that, without exception, each bilateral session with Malaysia involved discussions about ASEAN… Continue reading

Melaka police arrest three in online job scam syndicate bust

MELAKA: Police have dismantled an online part-time job scam syndicate after arresting three Chinese nationals in a raid at a residence in Taman Pandan Malim. The operation, led by the Commercial Crime Investigation Department (CCID) of the Melaka contingent police headquarters, took place on Monday (July 7). State police chief Datuk Dzulkhairi Mukhtar confirmed the… Continue reading

Suspek utama kes liwat kanak-kanak di Shah Alam ditahan di Kedah

SHAH ALAM: Polis berjaya menahan seorang lelaki warga Pakistan berusia 25 tahun di Kuala Nerang, Kedah, semalam atas susulan kes liwat dan amang seksual terhadap empat kanak-kanak lelaki di sekitar Seksyen 27 dan Seksyen 28 di sini. Ketua Polis Daerah Shah Alam ACP Mohd Iqbal Ibrahim berkata suspek itu ditahan di kawasan Durian Burung, Kuala… Continue reading

TNB assures July meter readings unaffected by app glitch

PETALING JAYA: Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) has recently assured consumers registered with the national electricity board that the graph display in the myTNB application has been fixed and can now be viewed as usual. This announcement, posted on X today, follows numerous complaints on social media regarding unusually high kilowatt-hour (kWh) readings for the month… Continue reading

PM Anwar to meet US Secretary of State Rubio in Kuala Lumpur

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim confirmed he will meet United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Thursday. The discussion will take place during Rubio’s visit to Malaysia for the ASEAN-United States Post-Ministerial Conference and related meetings. Anwar briefly stated, “I am meeting him tomorrow,” when asked about the upcoming engagement. The… Continue reading

Polis Melaka tumpas sindiket penipuan kerja sambilan dalam talian

MELAKA: Polis Melaka berjaya menumpaskan satu sindiket penipuan yang menawarkan kerja sambilan dalam talian palsu selepas menahan tiga lelaki warga China dalam satu operasi di Taman Pandan Malim. Serbuan itu dilakukan pada Isnin lalu oleh pasukan dari Jabatan Siasatan Jenayah Komersil (JSJK) Ibu Pejabat Polis Kontinjen (IPK) Melaka. Ketua Polis Melaka, Datuk Dzulkhairi Mukhtar, berkata… Continue reading

Mahasiswa diingat waspada skim pinjaman “beli dulu, bayar kemudian” – Zambry

KUALA LUMPUR: Kementerian Pendidikan Tinggi (KPT) mengingatkan mahasiswa agar lebih berhati-hati dan tidak terperangkap dalam skim pinjaman atau pembelian “beli dulu, bayar kemudian” yang boleh menyebabkan beban hutang tinggi. Menteri Pendidikan Tinggi, Datuk Seri Zambry Abd Kadir, menyatakan bahawa pihaknya telah menerima maklumat awal mengenai kewujudan skim pembelian yang kemudian ditukar menjadi pinjaman dengan kadar… Continue reading

Carlos Alcaraz challenges Tom Holland to golf match after Wimbledon win

WIMBLEDON champion Carlos Alcaraz has challenged Hollywood actor Tom Holland to a friendly golf match after securing his spot in the semi-finals. The Spanish tennis star, fresh off a straight-sets victory over Britain’s Cameron Norrie, shared a lighthearted exchange with Holland during a practice session. Alcaraz, known for his love of golf, complimented Holland’s swing,… Continue reading

Carlos Alcaraz challenges Tom Holland to golf match after Wimbledon win

Zambry warns students against buy now pay later debt risks

PUTRAJAYA: Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Zambry Abd Kadir has cautioned university students nationwide to steer clear of ‘buy now, pay later’ schemes and high-interest loans that could lead to unmanageable debt. Reports indicate that some purchase agreements are being converted into costly loans, leaving students financially vulnerable. Zambry revealed that the ministry has received… Continue reading

South Africa seeks US trade deal after Trump’s 30% citrus tariff

JOHANNESBURG: South Africa will push for a trade agreement with the United States following the announcement of a 30% tariff on its citrus exports by former President Donald Trump. The new duty, set to take effect on August 1, could severely impact the country’s agricultural sector, which relies heavily on citrus exports. President Cyril Ramaphosa… Continue reading

Malaysia’s Anwar calls for closer alignment of ASEAN foreign, economic policies

KUALA LUMPUR: ASEAN needs to ensure even closer alignment between its foreign and economic policy tracks to strengthen regional cohesion amid rising geopolitical and trade tensions, said Malaysia’s Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. He said ASEAN foreign ministers and economic ministers must move in concert to face challenges, stressing that such synergy is essential… Continue reading

Southwest monsoon risks haze from open burning in Johor

JOHOR BAHRU: The Johor Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) has warned that uncontrolled open burning during the ongoing Southwest Monsoon could trigger haze, affecting both local and cross-border air quality. The peak of the dry season, expected between July and September, heightens risks of forest fires, water shortages, and health hazards. JBPM director Siti Rohani… Continue reading

US restricts Chinese farmland purchases over security concerns

WASHINGTON: The United States government has announced new restrictions preventing Chinese nationals and other foreign entities deemed as security threats from purchasing American farmland. The policy shift comes amid growing concerns over foreign ownership of agricultural land near sensitive military installations. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins described the move as necessary to counter what she termed… Continue reading

US restricts Chinese farmland purchases over security concerns

Portaluppi hopes Fluminense boosts respect for Brazilian coaches

FLUMINENSE manager Renato Portaluppi believes his team’s deep run in the Club World Cup should bring greater respect to Brazilian coaches. Despite a 2-0 semi-final loss to Chelsea, the former striker turned the club from relegation strugglers into tournament contenders in just three months. Portaluppi, who led Fluminense to the 1995 Rio de Janeiro title… Continue reading

Russia bans Yale University as undesirable organisation amid crackdown

MOSCOW: Russia has officially designated Yale University as an “undesirable organisation,“ according to authorities. The decision, announced on Tuesday, is part of the Kremlin’s ongoing crackdown on perceived critics, which has intensified since Russia’s military campaign in Ukraine. The “undesirable” label effectively prohibits the university from operating within Russia and exposes individuals collaborating with it… Continue reading

Russia bans Yale University as undesirable organisation amid crackdown

Sungai Pemandi flood project to aid 2,000 Kota Tinggi residents

JOHOR BAHRU: The Sungai Pemandi Flood Mitigation Project (RTB) in Kota Tinggi is on track to provide relief for approximately 2,000 residents in Taman Aman and Taman Mawai upon its completion by April 26 next year. State Works, Transport, Infrastructure and Communication Committee chairman Mohamad Fazli Mohamad Salleh confirmed the project has achieved 58 per… Continue reading

Singapore recruits Malaysian doctors at KLCC with RM385k salary

IN a bold move to strengthen its healthcare workforce, Singapore’s Ministry of Health (MOH) is conducting direct interviews with Malaysian doctors and general practitioners (GPs) at Traders Hotel KLCC, drawing significant attention from the local medical community and netizens alike. The recruitment effort comes with an attractive package with a starting salary of SGD110,000 (approximately… Continue reading

Singapore recruits Malaysian doctors at KLCC with RM385k salary

Seoul repatriates six North Koreans rescued at sea in humanitarian move

SEOUL: South Korea has repatriated six North Koreans who were rescued earlier this year after drifting into southern waters. The individuals, found on separate wooden boats in the East Sea and Yellow Sea, expressed their desire to return home, according to Seoul’s unification ministry. Four of the North Koreans were discovered in May in the… Continue reading

Seoul repatriates six North Koreans rescued at sea in humanitarian move

Portaluppi hopes Fluminense boosts respect for Brazilian coaches

Lawatan Anwar ke Itali, Perancis, Brazil letak Malaysia di pentas ekonomi, kemanusiaan global

KUALA LUMPUR: Lawatan rasmi Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim ke Itali, Perancis dan Brazil disifatkan sebagai langkah strategik yang dapat memperkukuh kedudukan Malaysia dalam landskap ekonomi dan geopolitik global. Pakar ekonomi Prof Dr Ahmed Razman Abdul Latiff berkata inisiatif diplomatik seumpama itu membuka laluan kepada pelaburan berkualiti, perkongsian teknologi serta pengukuhan hubungan Malaysia dengan… Continue reading

ASEAN centrality crucial amid global instability, says PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today underscored the need for ASEAN to stay united and resilient amid growing global instability, calling on member states to reinforce ASEAN Centrality as the region’s guiding principle. Delivering his opening remarks at the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AMM) and related meetings here, Anwar said ASEAN… Continue reading

Kepusatan ASEAN kekal pedoman utama menurut PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR: Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim menegaskan pentingnya ASEAN terus bersatu dan berdaya tahan dalam menghadapi ketidakstabilan global yang semakin meningkat. Beliau menyeru negara anggota memperkukuh Kepusatan ASEAN dan menjadikannya sebagai panduan utama. Dalam ucapan perasmian Mesyuarat Menteri-Menteri Luar ASEAN (AMM) ke-58 dan mesyuarat berkaitan, Anwar menekankan peranan ASEAN sebagai tonggak utama rantau… Continue reading

Mindmatics, China-based Nexcore forge next-generation cyber defense partnership

Nexcore CEO Tang Yang (left) exchanging documents with Abdul Wahab (right). PUTRAJAYA: Mindmatics Sdn Bhd, an expert in developing defence electronic systems (DES), has formed a strategic partnership with Nexcore Technology Co Ltd, a renowned company specialising in AI-powered cybersecurity solutions, advanced encryption systems, and communication technologies. The purpose of this collaboration is to merge… Continue reading

Australia deeply concerned over US pharmaceutical tariff threats

CANBERRA: The Australian government has raised serious concerns over potential US tariffs targeting pharmaceutical and copper imports, as flagged by former President Donald Trump. Treasurer Jim Chalmers confirmed urgent discussions with US officials to clarify the implications of the proposed trade measures. Trump recently announced plans to impose a 200 per cent tariff on pharmaceuticals… Continue reading

Australia deeply concerned over US pharmaceutical tariff threats

Anwar meets ASEAN foreign ministers ahead of 58th AMM in KL

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim received a courtesy call from ASEAN foreign ministers ahead of the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AMM) and related meetings. The gathering marks the start of high-level diplomatic engagements under Malaysia’s ASEAN Chairmanship for 2025. Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan led the delegation, which included counterparts… Continue reading

Durian segar Kemboja dibenarkan eksport ke China

PHNOM PENH: Durian segar Kemboja kini dibenarkan untuk dieksport ke China, menjadikannya buah kelima dari negara itu yang mendapat kelulusan pasaran tersebut. Perkara ini diumumkan oleh Duta China ke Kemboja, Wang Wenbin, pada Selasa. Menurut Wang, Pentadbiran Am Kastam China (GACC) telah mengemas kini senarai kebun dan kilang pembungkusan berdaftar bagi eksport buah-buahan Kemboja ke… Continue reading

15-year-old boy missing while fishing at Kuantan River

KUANTAN: A 15-year-old boy is feared to have drowned after disappearing while fishing in the Kuantan River near Jalan Indera Mahkota 15/7, Bandar Indera Mahkota. Acting Kuantan police chief, Superintendent Mohd Adli Mat Daud, said Mohamad Isyraf Danish Razmi was believed to have entered the river to retrieve a stuck fishing line before vanishing from… Continue reading

Luis Enrique calls PSG vs Real Madrid Club World Cup clash ‘special’

PARIS Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique has labelled the upcoming Club World Cup semi-final against Real Madrid as a “special” encounter, though he played down discussions about his past relationship with Kylian Mbappe. The match, set to take place at MetLife Stadium, pits the reigning UEFA Champions League winners against the Spanish giants in a high-stakes… Continue reading

Luis Enrique calls PSG vs Real Madrid Club World Cup clash ‘special’

Japan urges travellers to keep power banks accessible on flights

TOKYO: The Japanese government has started advising travellers to keep portable chargers within easy reach during flights following multiple reports of power banks catching fire mid-air. The new safety measure aims to prevent potential hazards caused by overheating or damaged lithium-ion batteries. Airport staff nationwide have begun requesting passenger cooperation, with All Nippon Airways employees… Continue reading