Kebakaran stor minyak enjin: Tiada bacaan Ammonia dikesan di lokasi pemantauan pagi ini

JOHOR BAHRU: Jabatan Alam Sekitar (JAS) Johor tidak mengesan sebarang bacaan bagi parameter ammonia di semua lokasi pemantauan sekitar kawasan kebakaran stor penyimpanan lori dan minyak enjin di Jalan Cenderai 27, Taman Kota Puteri, Masai di sini pagi tadi. Pengarah JAS Johor Dr Mohd Famey Yusoff berkata lokasi itu termasuk pos kawalan bomba yang mencatatkan… Continue reading Kebakaran stor minyak enjin: Tiada bacaan Ammonia dikesan di lokasi pemantauan pagi ini
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King grants audience to PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR: His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, today granted an audience to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim at Istana Bukit Tunku, here. The meeting lasted for approximately two hours. According to a post on the official Facebook account of Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar, the Prime Minister briefed His Majesty on the latest… Continue reading King grants audience to PM Anwar

Oil storage facility fire: Division 1 firefighting operations completed

JOHOR BAHRU: Firefighting operations in Division 1, following a fire involving a lorry and an engine oil storage facility on Jalan Cenderai 27, Taman Kota Puteri, Masai, were completed at 4 am today. Johor Zone 1 chief, Senior Fire Superintendent I Zaipulbahri Mat Rusok said that firefighting efforts in Division 2 were still ongoing due… Continue reading Oil storage facility fire: Division 1 firefighting operations completed

Reactions on US attacks on Iran

WASHINGTON: The United States carried out attacks on three nuclear sites in Iran on Sunday, joining Israel’s bombing campaign after days of speculation over US involvement in the conflict. “Iran’s key nuclear enrichment facilities have been completely and totally obliterated. Iran, the bully of the Middle East, must now make peace,“ Trump said in a… Continue reading Reactions on US attacks on Iran

Malaysia terus tarik pelaburan Intel, Vishay perluas operasi dalam negara – Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR: Kementerian Pelaburan, Perdagangan dan Industri (MITI) telah mengadakan perbincangan dengan syarikat terkemuka Intel berkenaan dengan perancangan pelaburan semula dan pengembangan operasinya di Malaysia. Menterinya Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz berkata Intel telah melabur sejumlah RM50 bilion dan mewujudkan peluang pekerjaan bagi 12,300 penduduk tempatan. “Kehadiran Intel di Malaysia sejak 1972 seiring dengan… Continue reading Malaysia terus tarik pelaburan Intel, Vishay perluas operasi dalam negara – Tengku Zafrul
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Malaysian wife’s heartbreak: Iranian husband writes will before returning home

A Malaysian woman recently shared her family’s harrowing situation in Iran following the escalating attacks between Israel and Iran. In a video posted on her TikTok account @Azreen_lifejourney, she explained that her husband is an Iranian citizen and his entire family is currently in the country amid the mounting tensions. According to her, on the… Continue reading Malaysian wife’s heartbreak: Iranian husband writes will before returning home

Japan spots Chinese ships near disputed isles for record 216 straight days

TOKYO: Japan spotted Chinese vessels sailing near disputed islets in the East China Sea for a record 216 consecutive days, Tokyo’s coast guard said Sunday. The Tokyo-administered islands, known as the Diaoyu in China and Senkaku in Japan, have long been a sore point between the neighbours. On Sunday, Japan said it observed four Chinese… Continue reading Japan spots Chinese ships near disputed isles for record 216 straight days

Sultan Kedah seru anak Kedah yang berjaya kembali menyumbang kepada negeri

ALOR SETAR: Sultan Kedah Al Aminul Karim Sultan Sallehuddin Sultan Badlishah bertitah menyeru agar anak-anak Kedah yang telah berjaya tampil menyumbang kembali kepada negeri ini. Baginda bertitah sumbangan boleh disalurkan dalam bentuk zakat, sedekah, wakaf, pelaburan, tenaga kepakaran mahupun inisiatif sosial demi kemajuan Kedah. “Beta percaya, sekiranya setiap anak Kedah yang berjaya menyumbang kembali kepada… Continue reading Sultan Kedah seru anak Kedah yang berjaya kembali menyumbang kepada negeri
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Dua sekawan maut kereta terbabas langgar pokok

MELAKA: Dua sekawan maut selepas kereta dinaiki mereka terbabas sebelum melanggar sebatang pokok yang terletak di pembahagi jalan di Jalan Persisiran Pantai Klebang, di sini hari ini. Ketua Polis Daerah Melaka Tengah ACP Christopher Patit berkata dalam kejadian pada 6.45 pagi itu, mangsa yang maut ialah pemandu Proton Wira, Muhammad Nur Zamani Mohd Nazery, 28,… Continue reading Dua sekawan maut kereta terbabas langgar pokok
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Perak sasar kuat kuasa haram penjualan Vape pada Oktober – Exco

IPOH: Kerajaan negeri menyasarkan pelaksanaan penguatkuasaan pengharaman penjualan rokok elektronik atau vape di seluruh Perak pada Oktober ini. Pengerusi Jawatankuasa Sumber Manusia, Kesihatan, Hal Ehwal Masyarakat India dan Integrasi Nasional Perak A. Sivanesan berkata satu kertas kerja berkaitan perkara itu sedang dirangka oleh Jabatan Kesihatan Negeri (JKN) Perak. “Kita telah arahkan JKN Perak diterajui oleh… Continue reading Perak sasar kuat kuasa haram penjualan Vape pada Oktober – Exco
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Bombing Iran, Trump gambles on force over diplomacy

WASHINGTON: For nearly a half-century the United States has squabbled with Iran’s Islamic Republic but the conflict has largely been left in the shadows, with US policymakers believing, often reluctantly, that diplomacy was preferable. With President Donald Trump’s order of strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites, the United States — like Israel, which encouraged him —… Continue reading Bombing Iran, Trump gambles on force over diplomacy

RTG provides conducive training venue for professional players – Liu Ying

FORMER national mixed doubles player, Goh Liu Ying described the initiative of the Road to Gold (RTG) Committee to help professional badminton players with more conducive training facilities as an appropriate important move. Liu Ying, who has previously played professionally, said the main challenges faced by players who are not in the national squad are… Continue reading RTG provides conducive training venue for professional players – Liu Ying

Yoga eratkan hubungan budaya antara Malaysia dengan India

KUALA LUMPUR: Yoga terus menjadi jambatan penting dalam merapatkan hubungan kebudayaan antara Malaysia dengan India serta penglibatan belia, apabila lebih 1,200 peserta menyertai sambutan Hari Yoga Antarabangsa (IDY) 2025 ke-11 di Batu Caves, di sini semalam. Acara di bawah tema “Yoga untuk Satu Bumi, Satu Kesihatan” itu dianjurkan bersama Suruhanjaya Tinggi India di sini dan… Continue reading Yoga eratkan hubungan budaya antara Malaysia dengan India
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Engine oil store fire: DOE detects non-hazardous level of ammonia at fire control post

JOHOR BAHRU: The Johor Department of Environment (DOE) detected ammonia at the fire control post during the firefighting operation at a lorry and engine oil store at Jalan Cenderai 27, Taman Kota Puteri, Masai, here yesterday. Its director Dr Mohd Famey Yusoff, however, said the reading based on the monitoring carried out by his department… Continue reading Engine oil store fire: DOE detects non-hazardous level of ammonia at fire control post
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Education an effective approach to address drug issue – Dr Zulkifli

KOTA BHARU: Education is among the most effective approaches in the fight against drug abuse in the country, said Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Dr Zulkifli Hasan. He said that based on observations and studies conducted, individuals with higher education are less likely to be involved in drug abuse. “We already… Continue reading Education an effective approach to address drug issue – Dr Zulkifli
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Education an effective approach to address drug issue – Dr Zulkifli

KOTA BHARU: Education is among the most effective approaches in the fight against drug abuse in the country, said Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Dr Zulkifli Hasan. He said that based on observations and studies conducted, individuals with higher education are less likely to be involved in drug abuse. “We already… Continue reading Education an effective approach to address drug issue – Dr Zulkifli

AS gugur 6 bom “bunker buster” di Fordo, lancar 30 peluru berpandu krus di Natanz – laporan

WASHINGTON: Amerika Syarikat (AS) menggugurkan enam bom “bunker buster” ke atas kemudahan nuklear Fordo dan melancarkan puluhan serangan peluru berpandu krus dari kapal selam ke atas dua tapak lain dalam serangan menyasarkan program nuklear Iran, lapor Anadolu Ajansi (AA) memetik Fox News. Menurut laporan itu, Presiden AS Donald Trump memperincikan serangan berkenaan kepada hos TV… Continue reading AS gugur 6 bom “bunker buster” di Fordo, lancar 30 peluru berpandu krus di Natanz – laporan

Sultan Kedah attends 83rd birthday parade

ALOR SETAR: The Sultan of Kedah Al Aminul Karim Sultan Sallehuddin Sultan Badlishah attended a guard of honour parade in conjunction with His Highness’ 83rd birthday at Dataran Medan Bandar, here today. Also attending the ceremony were the Sultanah of Kedah Sultanah Maliha Tengku Ariff and the Raja Muda of Kedah Tengku Sarafudin Badlishah Sultan… Continue reading Sultan Kedah attends 83rd birthday parade

Sarjit Singh ready to quit if Speedy Tigers miss 2026 World Cup

NATIONAL men’s hockey head coach Sarjit Singh is ready to step down if Malaysia fails to qualify for the 2026 Hockey World Cup next August. Sarjit, who took over in 2023, said the team is in transition with a new generation of players and asked fans and stakeholders for patience and support. “If we don’t… Continue reading Sarjit Singh ready to quit if Speedy Tigers miss 2026 World Cup

Dapur HEP UITM Pulau Pinang bantu ringankan beban kewangan mahasiswa B40

BUKIT MERTAJAM: Dalam kesibukan mengejar ilmu dan berdepan kekangan kewangan, tidak semua mahasiswa khususnya golongan B40 dapat menikmati makanan harian yang mencukupi. Menyedari realiti itu, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Cawangan Pulau Pinang tampil dengan inisiatif Dapur Hal Ehwal Pelajar (Dapur HEP) sekali gus menjadikan kampus pertama di Semenanjung yang menubuhkan inisiatif seumpamanya selepas UiTM Cawangan… Continue reading Dapur HEP UITM Pulau Pinang bantu ringankan beban kewangan mahasiswa B40
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PM extends heartfelt congratulations on Sultan of Kedah’s birthday

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has extended his heartfelt wishes and conveys congratulations in conjunction with the 83rd birthday of the Sultan of Kedah, Al-Aminul Karim Sultan Sallehuddin Sultan Badlishah. Anwar prayed and wished that Sultan Sallehuddin, Sultanah of Kedah, Sultanah Maliha Tengku Ariff, and the royal family would continue to be… Continue reading PM extends heartfelt congratulations on Sultan of Kedah’s birthday
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PM extends heartfelt congratulations on Sultan of Kedah’s birthday

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has extended his heartfelt wishes and conveys congratulations in conjunction with the 83rd birthday of the Sultan of Kedah, Al-Aminul Karim Sultan Sallehuddin Sultan Badlishah. Anwar prayed and wished that Sultan Sallehuddin, Sultanah of Kedah, Sultanah Maliha Tengku Ariff, and the royal family would continue to be… Continue reading PM extends heartfelt congratulations on Sultan of Kedah’s birthday

Fahmi congratulates MRSM Ulul Albab Felda Trolak orchestra on gold win in Prague

KUALA LUMPUR: Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil today congratulated the MARESMAF Wind Orchestra (MAWO) from MARA Junior Science College (MRSM) Ulul Albab Felda Trolak for winning the Golden Diploma Award at the 2025 International Wind Orchestra Festival held in Prague, Czech Republic. He described the achievement as a source of pride for the Felda community… Continue reading Fahmi congratulates MRSM Ulul Albab Felda Trolak orchestra on gold win in Prague
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Fahmi congratulates MRSM Ulul Albab Felda Trolak orchestra on gold win in Prague

KUALA LUMPUR: Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil today congratulated the MARESMAF Wind Orchestra (MAWO) from MARA Junior Science College (MRSM) Ulul Albab Felda Trolak for winning the Golden Diploma Award at the 2025 International Wind Orchestra Festival held in Prague, Czech Republic. He described the achievement as a source of pride for the Felda community… Continue reading Fahmi congratulates MRSM Ulul Albab Felda Trolak orchestra on gold win in Prague

Engine oil store fire: DOE detects non-hazardous level of ammonia at fire control post

JOHOR BAHRU: The Johor Department of Environment (DOE) detected ammonia at the fire control post during the firefighting operation at a lorry and engine oil store at Jalan Cenderai 27, Taman Kota Puteri, Masai, here yesterday. Its director Dr Mohd Famey Yusoff, however, said the reading based on the monitoring carried out by his department… Continue reading Engine oil store fire: DOE detects non-hazardous level of ammonia at fire control post

Malaysia warns rising Islamophobia used to justify Muslim persecution

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has expressed deep concern over the rise of Islamophobia, warning that normalisation of anti-Muslim sentiment is increasingly used to justify attacks against Muslims worldwide. Speaking at the 51st Session of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Council of Foreign Ministers Meeting in Istanbul, Turkiye, Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan said incidents… Continue reading Malaysia warns rising Islamophobia used to justify Muslim persecution
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Five arrested in Brickfields restaurant shooting case

PETALING JAYA: Police have detained five individuals in connection with a shooting incident that resulted in the death of a local man at a restaurant on Jalan Tun Sambanthan, Brickfields, on June 13. According to Harian Metro, Kuala Lumpur deputy police chief Datuk Mohamed Usuf Jan Mohamad said the five suspects were arrested in the… Continue reading Five arrested in Brickfields restaurant shooting case
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Five arrested in Brickfields restaurant shooting case

PETALING JAYA: Police have detained five individuals in connection with a shooting incident that resulted in the death of a local man at a restaurant on Jalan Tun Sambanthan, Brickfields, on June 13. According to Harian Metro, Kuala Lumpur deputy police chief Datuk Mohamed Usuf Jan Mohamad said the five suspects were arrested in the… Continue reading Five arrested in Brickfields restaurant shooting case

Malaysia proposes expansion of OIC-TPS to spur trade ties among member states

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has proposed expanding the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Trade Preferential System and the reduction of trade barriers to strengthen economic ties among its member states. The proposal was presented by Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan during Malaysia’s national statement at the 51st Session of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC)… Continue reading Malaysia proposes expansion of OIC-TPS to spur trade ties among member states
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Malaysia proposes expansion of OIC-TPS to spur trade ties among member states

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has proposed expanding the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Trade Preferential System and the reduction of trade barriers to strengthen economic ties among its member states. The proposal was presented by Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan during Malaysia’s national statement at the 51st Session of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC)… Continue reading Malaysia proposes expansion of OIC-TPS to spur trade ties among member states

Malaysia warns rising Islamophobia used to justify Muslim persecution

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has expressed deep concern over the rise of Islamophobia, warning that normalisation of anti-Muslim sentiment is increasingly used to justify attacks against Muslims worldwide. Speaking at the 51st Session of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Council of Foreign Ministers Meeting in Istanbul, Turkiye, Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan said incidents… Continue reading Malaysia warns rising Islamophobia used to justify Muslim persecution

Bolivia’s Labor Minister Rodriguez dies, authorities launch probe

CARACAS: Bolivian Labor Minister Erland Rodriguez Lafuente has died, prompting authorities to open an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death, the government said on Saturday in a statement shared on social media. President Luis Arce said on Facebook that Rodriguez had always showed his commitment to the Bolivian people. Rodriguez, appointed labor minister in… Continue reading Bolivia’s Labor Minister Rodriguez dies, authorities launch probe
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Bolivia’s Labor Minister Rodriguez dies, authorities launch probe

CARACAS: Bolivian Labor Minister Erland Rodriguez Lafuente has died, prompting authorities to open an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death, the government said on Saturday in a statement shared on social media. President Luis Arce said on Facebook that Rodriguez had always showed his commitment to the Bolivian people. Rodriguez, appointed labor minister in… Continue reading Bolivia’s Labor Minister Rodriguez dies, authorities launch probe

US B-2 bombers and bunker-busters used in Iran strike

WASHINGTON: The U.S. Air Force’s B-2 Spirit stealth bombers were involved in strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites on Saturday. Three Iranian nuclear sites were struck in a “very successful attack,“ President Donald Trump said on Saturday, adding that the crown jewel of Tehran’s nuclear program, Fordow, is gone. The B-2 is one of America’s most… Continue reading US B-2 bombers and bunker-busters used in Iran strike
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US B-2 bombers and bunker-busters used in Iran strike

WASHINGTON: The U.S. Air Force’s B-2 Spirit stealth bombers were involved in strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites on Saturday. Three Iranian nuclear sites were struck in a “very successful attack,“ President Donald Trump said on Saturday, adding that the crown jewel of Tehran’s nuclear program, Fordow, is gone. The B-2 is one of America’s most… Continue reading US B-2 bombers and bunker-busters used in Iran strike

Holistic approach key to appropriate acne care

PETALING JAYA: In conjunction with Acne Awareness Month, a leading dermatologist has urged Malaysians to move beyond creams and antibiotics, and adopt a more holistic approach that considers gut health, diet, mental well-being and the emotional toll of the condition. “Acne is a multifactorial skin condition that extends far beyond visible lesions. A holistic approach… Continue reading Holistic approach key to appropriate acne care
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Holistic approach key to appropriate acne care

PETALING JAYA: In conjunction with Acne Awareness Month, a leading dermatologist has urged Malaysians to move beyond creams and antibiotics, and adopt a more holistic approach that considers gut health, diet, mental well-being and the emotional toll of the condition. “Acne is a multifactorial skin condition that extends far beyond visible lesions. A holistic approach… Continue reading Holistic approach key to appropriate acne care

Trump: AS lakukan serangan “sangat berjaya” ke atas 3 tapak nuklear Iran

WASHINGTON: Presiden Amerika Syarikat (AS) Donald Trump pada Sabtu berkata tentera AS telah melaksanakan serangan udara yang “sangat berjaya” ke atas tiga tapak nuklear Iran di tengah-tengah kebimbangan terhadap tercetusnya konflik yang lebih meluas di rantau itu, lapor Anadolu Ajansi (AA). Trump berkata serangan melibatkan “muatan penuh” bom digugurkan ke atas tapak nuklear utama Iran… Continue reading Trump: AS lakukan serangan “sangat berjaya” ke atas 3 tapak nuklear Iran
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Malaysians evacuated from Iran land tonight at KLIA

PETALING JAYA: A group of Malaysian nationals evacuated from Iran is scheduled to land at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) this evening on Malaysia Airlines flight MH781 at 10.50pm. The evacuees began their journey earlier today on Turkmenistan Airlines flight T5-647, traveling through Bangkok, Thailand, before their final destination in Malaysia. The evacuation operation was… Continue reading Malaysians evacuated from Iran land tonight at KLIA
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Pendidikan pendekatan berkesan tangani isu dadah – Dr Zulkifli

KOTA BHARU: Pendidikan dilihat sebagai antara pendekatan paling berkesan dalam usaha membanteras penyalahgunaan dadah di negara ini, kata Timbalan Menteri di Jabatan Perdana Menteri (Hal Ehwal Agama) Dr Zulkifli Hasan. Beliau berkata berdasarkan pemerhatian dan kajian yang telah dilakukan, semakin tinggi tahap pendidikan seseorang, semakin rendah kebarangkalian individu itu terlibat dengan dadah. “Sebenarnya kita sudah… Continue reading Pendidikan pendekatan berkesan tangani isu dadah – Dr Zulkifli
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Trump says US ‘obliterated’ Iran nuclear sites, threatens more

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump said US air strikes on Sunday had “completely and totally obliterated” Iran’s main nuclear enrichment facilities, and warned of more attacks to come if Tehran does not seek peace. In a televised address to the nation from the White House after the United States joined Israel’s air campaign against Tehran, Trump… Continue reading Trump says US ‘obliterated’ Iran nuclear sites, threatens more
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Trump says US ‘obliterated’ Iran nuclear sites, threatens more

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump said US air strikes on Sunday had “completely and totally obliterated” Iran’s main nuclear enrichment facilities, and warned of more attacks to come if Tehran does not seek peace. In a televised address to the nation from the White House after the United States joined Israel’s air campaign against Tehran, Trump… Continue reading Trump says US ‘obliterated’ Iran nuclear sites, threatens more

Malaysians evacuated from Iran land tonight at KLIA

PETALING JAYA: A group of Malaysian nationals evacuated from Iran is scheduled to land at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) this evening on Malaysia Airlines flight MH781 at 10.50pm. The evacuees began their journey earlier today on Turkmenistan Airlines flight T5-647, traveling through Bangkok, Thailand, before their final destination in Malaysia. The evacuation operation was… Continue reading Malaysians evacuated from Iran land tonight at KLIA

Outgoing IOC president Thomas Bach faced mammoth challenges

THOMAS BACH‘s eventful 12-year tenure as president of the International Olympic Committee comes to an end on Monday when he hands over the reins to Kirsty Coventry, the first woman and African to hold sport’s most powerful political office. The 71-year-old German lawyer, a 1976 Olympic team fencing champion, faced many challenges during his time… Continue reading Outgoing IOC president Thomas Bach faced mammoth challenges
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Outgoing IOC president Thomas Bach faced mammoth challenges

THOMAS BACH‘s eventful 12-year tenure as president of the International Olympic Committee comes to an end on Monday when he hands over the reins to Kirsty Coventry, the first woman and African to hold sport’s most powerful political office. The 71-year-old German lawyer, a 1976 Olympic team fencing champion, faced many challenges during his time… Continue reading Outgoing IOC president Thomas Bach faced mammoth challenges

Pro-Palestinian protest leader defiant despite US deportation threat

NEWARK: Mahmoud Khalil, one of the most prominent leaders of US pro-Palestinian campus protests, pledged Saturday to keep campaigning after he was released from a federal detention center. “Even if they would kill me, I would still speak for Palestine,“ Khalil said as he was greeted by cheering supporters at Newark airport, just outside New… Continue reading Pro-Palestinian protest leader defiant despite US deportation threat
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Pro-Palestinian protest leader defiant despite US deportation threat

NEWARK: Mahmoud Khalil, one of the most prominent leaders of US pro-Palestinian campus protests, pledged Saturday to keep campaigning after he was released from a federal detention center. “Even if they would kill me, I would still speak for Palestine,“ Khalil said as he was greeted by cheering supporters at Newark airport, just outside New… Continue reading Pro-Palestinian protest leader defiant despite US deportation threat

Olympic chief Kirsty Coventry’s steeliness honed by hard knocks

FIRST impressions can be deceptive but Kirsty Coventry showed that behind a sunny disposition she will have the mettle to deal with the trickiest of people and situations when she succeeds Thomas Bach as president of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) on Monday. Looming large on the horizon of the 41-year-old Zimbabwean — the first… Continue reading Olympic chief Kirsty Coventry’s steeliness honed by hard knocks