PM Anwar rakam penghargaan kepada Razarudin

KUALA LUMPUR: Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim merakamkan penghargaan kepada bekas Ketua Polis Negara (KPN) Tan Sri Razarudin Husain di atas jasa, khidmat bakti dan kepimpinan beliau sepanjang menerajui Polis Diraja Malaysia (PDRM). Menerusi hantaran di Facebook hari ini, Anwar berkata perkara itu disampaikan beliau ketika menerima kunjungan hormat perpisahan daripada Razarudin pagi tadi.… Continue reading PM Anwar rakam penghargaan kepada Razarudin
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Chinese exports of rare-earth magnets plummet in May

BEIJING: Chinese exports of rare-earth magnets continued their downward slide in May, official data showed on Friday, reflecting restrictions imposed by Beijing during its trade war with the United States. China is the world’s leading producer of rare earths, used to make magnets essential to the automotive, electronics and defence industries. Since April, Beijing has… Continue reading Chinese exports of rare-earth magnets plummet in May

SPRM, IIM tingkat kerjasama anjur program pendidikan dan pencegahan rasuah

KUALA LUMPUR: Suruhanjaya Pencegahan Rasuah Malaysia (SPRM) dan Institut Integriti Malaysia (IIM) akan meningkatkan kerjasama dalam menyelaraskan inisiatif dan program pendidikan serta pencegahan rasuah di negara ini. Timbalan Ketua Pesuruhjaya (Pencegahan) SPRM Datuk Azmi Kamaruzaman berkata Bahagian Penyiasatan Tatakelola dan Bahagian Pendidikan Masyarakat agensi berkenaan juga digalakkan untuk mengadakan perbincangan bersama IIM bagi merangka dan… Continue reading SPRM, IIM tingkat kerjasama anjur program pendidikan dan pencegahan rasuah
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Wall St indexes open higher with Trump’s Middle East decision in focus

WALL Street’s main indexes opened higher on Friday, tracking strength in global stocks after President Donald Trump held off from making an immediate call on U.S. involvement in the Israel-Iran war. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 119.4 points, or 0.28%, at the open to 42,291.09. The S&P 500 rose 18.8 points, or 0.31%, at… Continue reading Wall St indexes open higher with Trump’s Middle East decision in focus

NCCM 2025: KKM tumpu pencegahan kesihatan paru-paru, AI

PETALING JAYA: Kementerian Kesihatan (KKM) kini memasuki fasa akhir Pelan Strategik Kebangsaan bagi Program Kawalan Kanser 2021-2025 dengan tumpuan baharu terhadap usaha memperkukuh pencegahan kanser, pengesanan awal serta pembiayaan yang mampan. Sehubungan dengan itu, Menteri Kesihatan Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad berkata Kongres Kanser Kebangsaan Malaysia (NCCM) 2025 anjuran bersama Persatuan Kanser Kebangsaan Malaysia (NCSM)… Continue reading NCCM 2025: KKM tumpu pencegahan kesihatan paru-paru, AI
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MSM welcomes Finance Ministry’s clarity on SST exemption mechanism for raw sugar

KUALA LUMPUR: MSM Malaysia Holdings Bhd (MSM), the producer of the national refined sugar brand “Gula Prai”, welcomes the timely clarification issued today by the Ministry of Finance regarding the Sales and Service Tax (SST) treatment of raw sugar imports. The ministry’s statement today confirmed that while a five per cent sales tax will apply… Continue reading MSM welcomes Finance Ministry’s clarity on SST exemption mechanism for raw sugar
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MSM welcomes Finance Ministry’s clarity on SST exemption mechanism for raw sugar

KUALA LUMPUR: MSM Malaysia Holdings Bhd (MSM), the producer of the national refined sugar brand “Gula Prai”, welcomes the timely clarification issued today by the Ministry of Finance regarding the Sales and Service Tax (SST) treatment of raw sugar imports. The ministry’s statement today confirmed that while a five per cent sales tax will apply… Continue reading MSM welcomes Finance Ministry’s clarity on SST exemption mechanism for raw sugar
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Govt Procurement Bill to strengthen enforcement – MACC

PUTRAJAYA: The Government Procurement Bill, scheduled to be tabled in Parliament this year, is expected to strengthen punitive legal action against parties found guilty of offences related to government procurement. The bill also aims to establish a specific legal framework to regulate the government procurement process, in addition to detailing the powers of stakeholders and… Continue reading Govt Procurement Bill to strengthen enforcement – MACC
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Govt Procurement Bill to strengthen enforcement – MACC

PUTRAJAYA: The Government Procurement Bill, scheduled to be tabled in Parliament this year, is expected to strengthen punitive legal action against parties found guilty of offences related to government procurement. The bill also aims to establish a specific legal framework to regulate the government procurement process, in addition to detailing the powers of stakeholders and… Continue reading Govt Procurement Bill to strengthen enforcement – MACC
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Ketua Polis Negara mahu manfaat teknologi AI untuk tangani jenayah

KUALA LUMPUR: Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail yang baharu dilantik sebagai Ketua Polis Negara (KPN) berazam untuk mempertingkatkan keupayaan dan kredibiliti pasukan, terutama dalam menangani isu jenayah rentas sempadan dengan memanfaatkan penggunaan teknologi terkini. Beliau berharap langkah itu akan dapat membawa Polis Diraja Malaysia (PDRM) ke arah yang lebih cemerlang, selari dengan perubahan pemodenan pasukan… Continue reading Ketua Polis Negara mahu manfaat teknologi AI untuk tangani jenayah
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Man dies in suspected beating in Tanah Merah

TANAH MERAH: A 60-year-old local man has been confirmed dead, believed to have been beaten in Kampung Buloh Ipoh, here, yesterday. Tanah Merah district police chief, Supt Mohd Haki Hasbullah confirmed the incident and said further investigations were still underway and details of the incident would follow. “The victim’s body has been taken to Tanah… Continue reading Man dies in suspected beating in Tanah Merah

27 Ogos untuk rayuan akhir bekas ADUN TRonoh terhadap sabitan rogol dan hukuman penjara

PUTRAJAYA: Mahkamah Persekutuan menetapkan 27 Ogos sebagai tarikh mendengar rayuan bekas Ahli Dewan Undangan Negeri (ADUN) Tronoh Paul Yong Choo Kiong terhadap sabitan dan hukuman penjara atas pertuduhan merogol pembantu rumahnya. Peguamnya Datuk Hisyam Teh Poh Teik mengesahkan kepada Bernama mengenai tarikh pendengaran itu, susulan pengurusan kes yang diadakan hari ini. Turut mewakili Yong ialah… Continue reading 27 Ogos untuk rayuan akhir bekas ADUN TRonoh terhadap sabitan rogol dan hukuman penjara
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Seorang lelaki ditemukan mati akibat ditembak

SHAH ALAM: Seorang lelaki ditemukan mati di dalam sebuah kereta dipercayai akibat ditembak dalam kejadian berhadapan sebuah kedai motosikal di Meru, Klang dekat sini petang tadi. Ketua Polis Daerah Klang Utara ACP S Vijaya Rao berkata pihaknya dimaklumkan mengenai kejadian itu pada 3.37 petang dan setibanya anggota di lokasi telah menemukan mayat warga tempatan berusia… Continue reading Seorang lelaki ditemukan mati akibat ditembak
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Bernama Chairman Wong Chun Wai named National Journalism Laureate

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama) Chairman Datuk Seri Wong Chun Wai was named the National Journalism Laureate at the Malaysian Press Institute (MPI)-Petronas Journalism Awards ceremony held here tonight. Wong, 64, brings over four decades of journalistic experience, having begun his career as a junior reporter at The Star in Penang in 1984.… Continue reading Bernama Chairman Wong Chun Wai named National Journalism Laureate

New IGP to harness AI in fight against crime

KUALA LUMPUR: Newly appointed Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail has pledged to strengthen the force’s capabilities and credibility, particularly in combating cross-border crimes through the use of technology. He expressed hope that the move would steer the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) towards greater heights, in line with the force’s modernisation, particularly… Continue reading New IGP to harness AI in fight against crime

Wujudkan kementerian khusus untuk PDRM – Razarudin

KUALA LUMPUR: Ketua Polis Negara (KPN) ke-14 Tan Sri Razarudin Husain mencadangkan supaya Polis Diraja Malaysia (PDRM) diletakkan di bawah satu kementerian khusus, bagi memantapkan penugasan dan pengurusan pasukan itu. Beliau berkata cadangan itu telah dikemukakan kepada Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim serta Kementerian Dalam Negeri bagi pertimbangan dan kerana ia adalah amalan biasa… Continue reading Wujudkan kementerian khusus untuk PDRM – Razarudin
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Piala Negara-Negara FIH 2025: Peluang Speedy Tigers tamatkan saingan di tempat kelima

MALAYSIA mara ke perlawanan penentuan tempat kelima dan keenam Kejohanan Hoki Piala Negara-Negara Persekutuan Hoki Antarabangsa (FIH) Lelaki 2025 selepas menewaskan Afrika Selatan 4-2 di Stadium Hoki Nasional Bukit Jalil hari ini. Pada perlawanan klasifikasi tempat kelima hingga kelapan itu, skuad kendalian Sarjit Singh membuka tirai jaringan menerusi pukulan sudut penalti oleh Syed Mohd Syafiq… Continue reading Piala Negara-Negara FIH 2025: Peluang Speedy Tigers tamatkan saingan di tempat kelima
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Create a special police ministry for PDRM – Razarudin Husain, outgoing IGP

KUALA LUMPUR: The outgoing 14th Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Tan Sri Razarudin Husain has proposed that the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) be placed under a dedicated ministry to strengthen the operations and management of the 130,000-strong force. He said the proposal had been submitted to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and the Home Ministry… Continue reading Create a special police ministry for PDRM – Razarudin Husain, outgoing IGP

Nahas UPSI: JPJ di peringkat akhir lengkapkan siasatan untuk dakwa pengusaha syarikat bas

BUTTERWORTH: Jabatan Pengangkutan Jalan (JPJ) di peringkat akhir melengkapkan kertas siasatan untuk mendakwa pengendali syarikat bas yang terlibat dalam kemalangan meragut nyawa 15 pelajar Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI). Ketua Pengarah JPJ Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli berkata terdapat dua kertas siasatan sedang disiapkan untuk diambil tindakan terhadap pengendali syarikat bas dan syarikat yang memajak bas… Continue reading Nahas UPSI: JPJ di peringkat akhir lengkapkan siasatan untuk dakwa pengusaha syarikat bas
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JISA special op to audit 500 bus and lorry operators starting Monday – JPJ

BUTTERWORTH: The Road Transport Department (JPJ) will conduct audits on 500 operators of public service vehicles (PSV) and high-risk goods commercial vehicles (GCV) through the nationwide JPJ Inspection & Safety Audit (JISA) Special Operation, starting Monday. Its director-general, Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli, said the operation was carried out in line with the directive from the… Continue reading JISA special op to audit 500 bus and lorry operators starting Monday – JPJ

Wanita cedera terjatuh dari tingkat tujuh pangsapuri di Ipoh

IPOH: Seorang wanita cedera selepas terjatuh dari tingkat tujuh sebuah pangsapuri di Kampung Jawa, di sini hari ini. Penolong Pengarah Bahagian Operasi Jabatan Bomba dan Penyelamat Malaysia (JBPM) Perak Sabarodzi Nor Ahmad berkata pihak bomba dimaklumkan mengenai kejadian itu pada 12.21 tengah hari. “Mangsa berusia 20 tahun, terjatuh dari balkoni belakang iaitu bahagian ruangan mesin… Continue reading Wanita cedera terjatuh dari tingkat tujuh pangsapuri di Ipoh
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Hampir 1,000 sekolah dipilih sertai Program Sekolah Angkat MADANI

PUTRAJAYA: Hampir 1,000 sekolah telah dipilih dalam Program Sekolah Angkat MADANI yang dilaksanakan dengan kerjasama 117 syarikat swasta bertujuan untuk menangani jurang pendidikan di seluruh negara. Menteri Pendidikan Fadhlina Sidek berkata inisiatif Sekolah Angkat MADANI mencerminkan kepercayaan kerajaan, bahawa pendidikan berkualiti merupakan tanggungjawab bersama. “Dengan menggabungkan kepakaran kerajaan dan sektor swasta, program ini menyasarkan untuk… Continue reading Hampir 1,000 sekolah dipilih sertai Program Sekolah Angkat MADANI
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Galeri dan ibu pejabat Majlis Kraftangan Sarawak akan dibina di Kuching

KUCHING: Sebuah galeri dan ibu pejabat Majlis Kraftangan Sarawak (SCC) yang baharu akan dibina di sini, kata Menteri Pelancongan, Industri Kreatif dan Seni Persembahan Sarawak Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. Beliau berkata kerajaan negeri telah mengenal pasti tapak projek itu di belakang Kuil Gurdwara Sahib Sikh yang berhampiran dengan Muzium Budaya Borneo di sini,… Continue reading Galeri dan ibu pejabat Majlis Kraftangan Sarawak akan dibina di Kuching
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Jualan Rahmah bergerak di Dewan Masyarakat Bawang Assan esok

SIBU: Kementerian Perdagangan Dalam Negeri dan Kos Sara Hidup (KPDN) cawangan Sibu akan menganjurkan program Jualan Rahmah Bergerak di Dewan Masyarakat Bawang Assan, esok. Pembantu khas kepada Ahli Parlimen Sibu Irene Wong berkata program itu menawarkan pelbagai barangan keperluan harian terpilih pada harga istimewa bagi mengurangkan beban kos sara hidup rakyat. “Jualan ini mendapat sambutan… Continue reading Jualan Rahmah bergerak di Dewan Masyarakat Bawang Assan esok
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Yayasan Sultan Ibrahim Johor sumbang 1,000 bakul makanan kepada rakyat daerah Kluang

KLUANG: Yayasan Sultan Ibrahim Johor (YSIJ) meneruskan usaha kebajikan serta kemasyarakatan dengan menyumbangkan bakul makanan kepada 1,000 keluarga melibatkan komuniti di Mahkota dan Machap, di sini. Sumbangan disampaikan Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif YSIJ Mohd Anizam Jamian kepada Pegawai Daerah Kluang Azurawati Wahid dan Yang Dipertua Majlis Daerah Simpang Renggam Mohd Fa’iz Salehon, untuk diagihkan kepada kepada… Continue reading Yayasan Sultan Ibrahim Johor sumbang 1,000 bakul makanan kepada rakyat daerah Kluang
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Gerik crash: JPJ finalising investigation for legal action against bus company operator

BUTTERWORTH: The Road Transport Department (JPJ) is finalising the investigation papers for action to be taken in court against the bus company operator involved in the accident that claimed the lives of 15 Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) students Its director-general, Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli said the investigation is now in the final stages before… Continue reading Gerik crash: JPJ finalising investigation for legal action against bus company operator

Perlis forms special task force to recover revenue from leased land, buildings

KANGAR: A special task force led by Perlis state secretary Datuk Rahimi Ismail has been formed to address revenue leakages related to the rental of state land and buildings. Menteri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli said the task force is responsible for identifying and collecting data on premises and assets involved in the leakages, as well… Continue reading Perlis forms special task force to recover revenue from leased land, buildings

Malaysia-Rusia setuju mulakan rundingan mou dalam kerjasama AI, operasi kebombaan

PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia dan Rusia bersetuju memulakan rundingan bagi memeterai Memorandum Persefahaman (MoU) merangkumi kerjasama dalam integrasi kecerdasan buatan (AI) dalam operasi kebombaan, teknologi simulasi penerbangan serta latihan kemahiran anggota bomba. Kementerian Perumahan dan Kerajaan Tempatan (KPKT) memaklumkan persetujuan dicapai ketika sesi perbincangan dua hala Menteri Perumahan dan Kerajaan Tempatan Nga Kor Ming dengan Menteri Pertahanan… Continue reading Malaysia-Rusia setuju mulakan rundingan mou dalam kerjasama AI, operasi kebombaan
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Rachel Arnold to face Hong Kong’s Tze Lok in Asian Women’s Individual Squash C’ships final

KUCHING: National squash ace Rachel Arnold emerged as Malaysia’s sole representative to advance to the final of the 23rd Asian Individual Squash Championships after defeating fellow Malaysian Aifa Azman in the women’s semi-final at the Sarawak Squash Centre, Petra Jaya, here today. The world No. 19 player overcame Aifa 11-9, 11-2, 8-11, 9-11, 12-10 in… Continue reading Rachel Arnold to face Hong Kong’s Tze Lok in Asian Women’s Individual Squash C’ships final

Perhilitan Johor tangkap gajah jantan di Desaru

JOHOR BAHRU: Jabatan Perlindungan Hidupan Liar dan Taman Negara (Perhilitan) Johor menangkap seekor gajah liar jantan di Sungai Cemaran, Desaru dekat Kota Tinggi, semalam. Pengerusi Jawatankuasa Kesihatan dan Alam Sekitar negeri Ling Tian Soon berkata penangkapan itu susulan operasi Unit Tangkapan Gajah Johor sejak Isnin lepas di Tanjung Sedili dan kawasan sekitarnya. “Gajah yang ditangkap… Continue reading Perhilitan Johor tangkap gajah jantan di Desaru
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Terengganu runding bawa pulang pelajar UPSI di HRPB menerusi penerbangan ihsan TUDM – Exco

SETIU: Rundingan sedang dilakukan dengan Tentera Udara Diraja Malaysia (TUDM) bagi membawa pulang seorang pelajar Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) yang dirawat di Hospital Raja Permaisuri Bainun (HRPB), Ipoh menerusi penerbangan ihsan susulan kemalangan bas di Jalan Raya Timur-Barat (JRTB) berhampiran Gerik 9 Jun lepas. Pengerusi Jawatankuasa Kebajikan, Pembangunan Wanita, Keluarga dan Perpaduan Nasional negeri… Continue reading Terengganu runding bawa pulang pelajar UPSI di HRPB menerusi penerbangan ihsan TUDM – Exco
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Sekolah Angkat MADANI: Tokoh korporat, penaja digalak turun padang – PM Anwar

PUTRAJAYA: Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim hari ini menggalakkan tokoh korporat dan wakil syarikat penaja Sekolah Angkat MADANI, untuk turun padang ke sekolah bagi menyantuni dan memberi pendedahan awal kepada pelajar mengenai kepentingan pendidikan untuk masa hadapan mereka. Anwar yang juga Menteri Kewangan berkata selain menyumbang dari segi dana, keterlibatan syarikat dan tokoh korporat… Continue reading Sekolah Angkat MADANI: Tokoh korporat, penaja digalak turun padang – PM Anwar
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Jualan Rahmah MADANI antara pengisian Festival Maal Hijrah 1447 Sarawak

KUCHING: Program Jualan Rahmah MADANI akan menjadi satu daripada acara pengisian pada Festival Maal Hijrah 1447 peringkat Sarawak yang akan berlangsung di pekarangan Masjid Jamek Negeri Sarawak pada 28 dan 29 Jun ini. Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif Lembaga Amanah Kebajikan Masjid Negeri Sarawak (LAKMNS) Datuk Abang Abdul Wahap Abang Julai berkata program jualan itu diadakan dengan… Continue reading Jualan Rahmah MADANI antara pengisian Festival Maal Hijrah 1447 Sarawak
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Malaysia komited tingkat kerjasama ASEAN perkukuh statistik rasmi – DOSM

PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia komited untuk meneruskan kerjasama dengan Biro Perangkaan Laos (LSB) dan negara anggota ASEAN lain menerusi Rangka Kerja ASEAN-Bantu-ASEAN (AHAF) dan Sistem Statistik Komuniti ASEAN (ACSS) khususnya dalam memperkukuh peranan statistik rasmi bagi memenuhi keutamaan serantau. Jabatan Perangkaan Malaysia (DOSM) memaklumkan kerjasama itu juga sebagai persediaan menghadapi pelaksanaan pelan strategik ASEAN akan datang. DOSM… Continue reading Malaysia komited tingkat kerjasama ASEAN perkukuh statistik rasmi – DOSM
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Japan core inflation hits 2-year high, keeps rate-hike bets alive

TOKYO: Japan’s core inflation hit a more than two-year high in May, exceeding the central bank’s 2% target for well over three years, keeping it under pressure to resume interest rate hikes despite economic pressure from U.S. tariffs. The data underscores the challenge the Bank of Japan faces in juggling pressure from persistent food inflation… Continue reading Japan core inflation hits 2-year high, keeps rate-hike bets alive

Tesla, Shanghai sign $557 million energy storage station deal, Yicai reports

BEIJING: Tesla’s first China grid-scale battery storage station using its megapack batteries will be located in Shanghai, local media Yicai reported on Friday. The deal involving an investment of 4 billion yuan ($556.8 million) was signed between the U.S. automaker, China Kangfu International Leasing Co and the Shanghai local government on Friday, according to the… Continue reading Tesla, Shanghai sign $557 million energy storage station deal, Yicai reports

Court extends remand order for couple involved in Sibu drug trafficking case

SIBU: Sibu Magistrate’s Court today granted an extension of the remand for a husband and wife recently arrested for allegedly masterminding a drug trafficking syndicate around Sibu. Magistrate Oon Kork Chern allowed the 52-year-old male suspect to be remanded for seven days, while the 44-year-old female suspect would be remanded for four days to assist… Continue reading Court extends remand order for couple involved in Sibu drug trafficking case

SC adds 59 entities to investor alert list in Q1

KUANTAN: The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) added 59 names to its Investor Alert List in the first quarter (1Q) of this year, said chairman Datuk Mohammad Faiz Azmi. He said this move is part of ongoing efforts to combat the increasingly rampant scams, alongside blocking fraudulent websites and social media pages. “In 2024, we added… Continue reading SC adds 59 entities to investor alert list in Q1

China angered by British warship sailing as Taiwan raises alert level

BEIJING: China’s military criticised on Friday the sailing of a British warship through the Taiwan Strait as a deliberate attempt to “cause trouble”, while Taiwan’s president ordered monitoring stepped up in response to Chinese military activities. China, which views Taiwan as its own territory, though Taipei rejects that claim, has stepped up drills around the… Continue reading China angered by British warship sailing as Taiwan raises alert level

FIH Nations Cup 2025: Speedy Tigers to meet Wales for 5th-6th place

MALAYSIA advanced to the fifth-sixth placing match of the FIH Hockey Men’s Nations Cup 2025 Championship after defeating South Africa 4-2 in a high-intensity match at the National Hockey Stadium, Bukit Jalil today. In the fifth-to-eighth place classification match, Sarjit Singh-led squad opened the score through a penalty corner by Syed Mohd Syafiq Syed Cholan… Continue reading FIH Nations Cup 2025: Speedy Tigers to meet Wales for 5th-6th place

BBC threatens legal action against AI startup Perplexity over content scraping, FT reports

THE BBC has threatened legal action against Perplexity, accusing the AI startup of training its “default AI model” using BBC content, the Financial Times reported on Friday, making the British broadcaster the latest news organisation to accuse the AI firm of content scraping. The BBC may seek an injunction unless Perplexity stops scraping its content,… Continue reading BBC threatens legal action against AI startup Perplexity over content scraping, FT reports

FOMCA backs new RP4 electricity tariff, calls it fair and timely

KUALA LUMPUR: The Federation of Malaysian Consumers Associations (FOMCA) has expressed full support for the implementation of the new electricity tariff structure under Regulatory Period 4 (RP4), describing it as timely, progressive and beneficial for Malaysian households. FOMCA chief executive officer Dr T. Saravanan said the new tariff, which will take effect from July 1,… Continue reading FOMCA backs new RP4 electricity tariff, calls it fair and timely

Indonesia expects to sign free trade deal with Russia-led union this year, minister says

JAKARTA: Indonesia expects to sign a free trade agreement with the Russian-led Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) this year in a move likely to boost demand for its commodity exports, its senior economic minister said in a statement released on Friday. Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto said the agreement would open up new opportunities… Continue reading Indonesia expects to sign free trade deal with Russia-led union this year, minister says

Laura Mercier is official cosmetics brand for Malaysia Airlines cabin crew

SEPANG: Laura Mercier will serve as the official cosmetics brand for Malaysia Airlines’ cabin crew, Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) announced at a ceremony to mark the partnership today. MAB Academy COO Aida Salfaraz Ahmad Fadzil said the collaboration will eventually be extended to other frontline staff, ensuring a consistent and professional appearance at all customer… Continue reading Laura Mercier is official cosmetics brand for Malaysia Airlines cabin crew
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Ex-Tronoh assemblyman’s final appeal against his rape conviction and prison sentence to be heard on Aug 27

PUTRAJAYA: The Federal Court has fixed Aug 27 to hear former Tronoh assemblyman Paul Yong Choo Kiong’s appeal against his conviction and imprisonment for allegedly raping his maid. One of his lawyers, Datuk Hisyam Teh Poh Teik, confirmed with Bernama the hearing date following a case management held today. Also representing Yong is lawyer Datuk… Continue reading Ex-Tronoh assemblyman’s final appeal against his rape conviction and prison sentence to be heard on Aug 27

Russia sentences activist who helped Ukrainians flee war to 22 years in prison

LONDON: A Russian activist who helped collect humanitarian aid for Ukraine and evacuate Ukrainians from the war zone was sentenced on Friday to 22 years in prison by a Moscow military court, the RIA state news agency reported. Nadezhda Rossinskaya, also known as Nadin Geisler, ran a group called “Army of Beauties”, which said it… Continue reading Russia sentences activist who helped Ukrainians flee war to 22 years in prison

UK grocery watchdog probes Amazon over alleged supplier payment delays

LONDON: Britain’s grocery regulator on Friday launched an investigation into Amazon, probing whether the U.S. retail giant breached rules on timely supplier payments over a three-year period. The Groceries Code Adjudicator (GCA) said it suspected Amazon of violating paragraph 5 of the Groceries Supply Code of Practice, which mandates prompt payment to suppliers. “The alleged… Continue reading UK grocery watchdog probes Amazon over alleged supplier payment delays

Armed men on motor-bikes kill 34 Niger soldiers, ministry says

NIAMEY: Several hundred armed men, many on motor-bikes, attacked a Niger army base near the border with Mali, leaving at least 34 soldiers dead and 14 wounded, the Defence Ministry said. The attackers – described as “mercenaries” by the ministry – used eight vehicles and more than 200 motor-bikes in the raid on the base… Continue reading Armed men on motor-bikes kill 34 Niger soldiers, ministry says