MOSCOW: President Vladimir Putin said on Friday that Russian forces were advancing along the entire front line in Ukraine despite the West’s desire to halt its offensive. Putin, who was talking alongside Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, said the Russian army had taken control of the town of Chasiv Yar in Ukraine’s Donetsk region a few…
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KUALA LUMPUR: The American Malaysian Chamber of Commerce (Amcham Malaysia) has welcomed the new tariff framework as a positive move toward strengthening economic ties between the US and Malaysia. The updated rates are expected to enhance job creation, investment opportunities, and supply chain resilience for both nations. Datuk Siobhan Das, CEO of Amcham Malaysia, stated…
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MOSCOW: Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Friday that the first batch of mass-produced Oreshnik ballistic missile systems had been delivered to the Russian army. – Reuters
KUALA LUMPUR: Tengku Ampuan Pahang Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah today graced the launch of the book, From Shariah to Statute: Legal and Regulatory Framework of Islamic Finance in Malaysia, which provides a comprehensive overview of Malaysia’s unique dual legal system governing the Islamic finance sector. The book launch was held in conjunction with the…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Within five days, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has achieved much more than what many leaders can only aspire to do in the field of international politics and global trade. Today was pivotal for the domestic economy as the United States lowered tariffs on Malaysian exports to the country from 25 per…
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PUTRAJAYA: Kementerian Pertanian dan Keterjaminan Makanan (KPKM) memperkukuh usaha memastikan bekalan makanan negara mencukupi melalui pelaksanaan strategi khusus di bawah Rancangan Malaysia Ke-13 (RMK13). Menurut kenyataan rasmi, inisiatif di bawah Tonggak A RMK13 iaitu Meningkatkan Kerencaman Ekonomi akan dilaksanakan secara menyeluruh bagi mengurangkan kebergantungan import dan memperkasa sistem makanan tempatan. Tiga teras utama strategi ini…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Suspek lelaki yang menikam seorang anggota polis semasa rondaan cegah jenayah di Pasar Pudu, Jalan Yew, disahkan positif dadah jenis heroin. Selain itu, beliau juga memiliki 14 rekod jenayah lampau termasuk kesalahan berkaitan dadah. Pemangku Ketua Polis Kuala Lumpur Datuk Mohamed Usuf Jan Mohamad berkata, saringan awal air kencing menunjukkan suspek berada di…
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PUTRAJAYA: Sektor ekonomi jingga dilihat sebagai sektor yang sedang membangun dan berpotensi menyumbang kepada pertumbuhan ekonomi negara, menurut Menteri Komunikasi Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. Fahmi, yang juga jurucakap Kerajaan MADANI, berkata sektor ini merangkumi industri kreatif seperti filem, muzik, dan animasi. Ia telah dimasukkan ke dalam Rancangan Malaysia Ke-13 (RMK13) hasil cadangan serta sesi libat urus…
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BUTTERWORTH: Tindakan pantas pasukan bomba berjaya mengawal kebocoran ammonia sebanyak 500 liter di sebuah kilang di Taman Pelangi, Perai. Kejadian dilaporkan pada pagi ini, dan operasi selesai sepenuhnya pada 1.25 tengah hari tanpa sebarang kecederaan. Menurut Penolong Pengarah Bahagian Operasi Kebombaan dan Penyelamat Jabatan Bomba dan Penyelamat Malaysia (JBPM) Pulau Pinang, John Sagun Francis, pihak…
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IPOH: Kementerian Perdagangan Dalam Negeri dan Kos Sara Hidup (KPDN) Perak merampas 432 tong Gas Petroleum Cecair (LPG) bersubsidi 14 kilogram (kg) pelbagai jenama dalam serbuan di sebuah ladang ternakan ayam di Segari, Manjung. Operasi itu dilakukan semalam hasil maklumat risikan dan pemantauan selama seminggu. Pengarah KPDN Perak, Datuk Kamalludin Ismail, berkata tong LPG itu…
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CHINA’S roaring Qin Haiyang won his second breaststroke gold of the Singapore swimming world championships on Friday, edging a 200m nailbiter. World record holder Qin touched the wall in 2min 07.41sec, ahead of Japan’s Ippei Watanabe (2:07.70) and Caspar Corbeau of the Netherlands (2:07.73). The 26-year-old Qin won the 100m breaststroke earlier in the week…
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KUCHING: Trend jenayah penipuan atau scammer di Sarawak menunjukkan peningkatan membimbangkan, menurut Pesuruhjaya Polis Sarawak Datuk Mancha Ata. Dari 1 Januari hingga 30 Julai tahun ini, sebanyak 2,256 kertas siasatan jenayah komersial dibuka berbanding 1,398 kes dalam tempoh sama tahun lepas. Ini menunjukkan peningkatan sebanyak 858 kes. “Peningkatan jumlah kes turut melibatkan nilai kerugian yang…
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JOHOR BAHRU: Pemangku Sultan Johor Tunku Mahkota Ismail bertitah akan memantau dan cuba menyelesaikan isu gangguan bekalan air di Pontian yang berlaku baru-baru ini. Tunku Mahkota Ismail telah memuat naik hantaran di Instagram memaparkan aduan dibuat pemilik akaun BrotherhoodJOHOR berserta jawapan baginda di platform media sosial X. “Saya akan pantau dan cuba selesaikan dengan segera.…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Program Pembangunan Peneroka (PPP) Felda bagi tanaman Nanas MD2, melakar pencapaian membanggakan apabila hasil ladangnya berjaya menembusi pasaran antarabangsa, sekali gus memberikan manfaat langsung kepada 3,730 peneroka di sembilan tanah rancangan Felda. Pengerusi Perbadanan Pembangunan Perdagangan Luar Malaysia (MATRADE) Datuk Seri Reezal Merican Naina Merican berkata kejayaan itu membuktikan peranan Felda bukan sahaja…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Sepuluh anggota polis yang ditahan Suruhanjaya Pencegahan Rasuah Malaysia (SPRM) di Pahang dan Johor bakal berdepan tindakan tatatertib, menurut Pengarah Jabatan Integriti dan Pematuhan Standard (JIPS) Bukit Aman Datuk Hamzah Ahmad. Beliau berkata siasatan dalaman sudah dilaksanakan, termasuk kemungkinan mengenakan tindakan tahan kerja terhadap anggota terbabit. “Kes ini membabitkan penahanan anggota polis di…
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KUCHING: Perancangan menaik taraf jaringan jalan raya di sempadan Sabah-Sarawak-Kalimantan yang diumumkan dalam Rancangan Malaysia Ke-13 (RMK13) dilihat sebagai langkah memperkukuh hubungan ekonomi antara Malaysia dan Indonesia di Borneo. Timbalan Premier Sarawak Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas menyatakan sokongan terhadap projek tersebut, yang merupakan kesinambungan usaha kerajaan negeri dan Persekutuan. “Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari…
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MELAKA: Sepasang kekasih didakwa di Mahkamah Majistret Ayer Keroh di sini hari ini atas pertuduhan mengedar dadah jenis heroin seberat 15.06 gram, bulan lepas. Ahmad Ramdzan Mohamed, 26, dan Farah Amira Mohamad Ali, 28, mengangguk faham selepas pertuduhan dibacakan di hadapan Majistret Uthman Abd Ghani, namun tiada pengakuan direkodkan kerana kes mengedar dadah berada di…
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PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia’s position on Palestine remains firm, with the government continuing to support Palestine’s right to independence and sovereignty, said MADANI Government spokesperson Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. Speaking after a Cabinet meeting, the Communications Minister confirmed that Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan had briefed the Cabinet on the Palestinian issue following a recent United Nations…
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LONDON/SYDNEY: Global shares tumbled on Friday after the U.S. slapped dozens of trading partners with steep tariffs, while investors anxiously awaited U.S. jobs data that could make or break the case for a Fed rate cut next month. The Stoxx 600 fell around 1% in the first hour of trading. It was 1.7% lower on…
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APPLE shares rose 2% in premarket trading on Friday, after the iPhone maker’s quarterly results topped Wall Street expectations, indicating resilience in the face of global trade tensions and intensifying artificial intelligence rivalry. Driven by a sharp rebound in its flagship phone sales, Apple posted its fastest revenue growth since 2021 and forecast “mid to…
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KUALA LUMPUR: The reduction of US tariffs on Malaysian imports to 19% provides critical relief for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) grappling with rising costs, particularly in manufacturing, furniture, textiles, and food exports. While the cut falls short of expectations, it marks a strategic win for trade competitiveness, according to the Small and Medium Enterprises…
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LONDON: The dollar headed for its strongest weekly performance in almost three years against other major currencies, maintaining momentum on Friday after U.S. President Donald Trump imposed new tariff rates on dozens of trade partners. Some of the currencies of the countries that were hit the hardest, such as Switzerland, which now faces a 39%…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has reaffirmed its commitment to purchase an additional 30 Boeing aircraft worth US$9.5 billion, marking the second phase of a major procurement deal with the United States. Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz confirmed the move as part of reciprocal trade negotiations between the two nations.…
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KYIV: Ukraine’s partners had “confirmed positive signals” about imminent White House pressure on Russia following President Volodymyr Zelenskiy’s conversations with British, French, German and Italian counterparts, a top Ukrainian official said. “Our partners confirmed positive signals from the White House regarding firm actions against the Russian Federation — particularly on sanctions targeting Russian oil and…
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TAIPEI: Taiwan President Lai Ching-te said on Friday that the new 20% tariff rate set by the Trump administration on goods imported from the island is “temporary”, and the government expects to negotiate a lower figure. Lai also noted that rates for semiconductors, electronics as well as information and communication technology will be subject to…
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SINGAPORE: Shares of European drugmakers slipped on Friday after U.S. President Donald Trump sent letters to major pharmaceutical firms to cut drug prices in the United States, months after signing a sweeping executive order aimed at lowering prices. The letters were the latest setback for a sector still grappling with the prospect of tariffs outlined…
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KUALA LUMPUR: The lowering of US import tariffs on Malaysian goods from 25 per cent to 19 per cent is set to revitalise Malaysia’s export-driven manufacturers, according to Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd (Kenanga IB). The bank highlighted that the tariff reduction will strengthen business confidence and improve global competitiveness. Kenanga IB stated, “As external conditions…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz has dismissed rumours that the United States sought exclusive rights to Malaysia’s rare earth products. He clarified that no such request was made during recent tariff negotiations. “I don’t know where it is coming from, because there are many speculations. But I…
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KUALA TERENGGANU: The captain of the yacht Daisy will never forget his harrowing experience of swimming in the open ocean for nearly 48 hours to survive after his vessel sank near Pulau Yu last Tuesday. Ahmet Volkan Ata, 52, from Turkiye, said he could only swim and float when exhausted, praying to be spotted by…
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KUALA LUMPUR: The Felda Settlers Development Programme (PPP) for MD2 pineapple cultivation has marked a significant achievement by entering international markets, directly benefiting 3,730 settlers across nine Felda schemes. Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) chairman Datuk Seri Reezal Merican Naina Merican highlighted Felda’s expanding role beyond oil palm, stating, “Felda has demonstrated a strong…
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PUTRAJAYA: NanoMalaysia Bhd (NMB), an agency under the Science, Technology and Innovation Ministry (MOSTI), has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with three companies to explore the use of agricultural waste in producing cellulose nanofibers for industrial applications. The agreement involves SEED Tech Sdn Bhd (STSB), XMU Jiageng Education Development Sdn Bhd (XMU), and Henan…
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KUALA LUMPUR: The Employees Provident Fund (EPF) has acknowledged the government’s proposal under the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) to introduce a monthly pension payout scheme for its members. The agency confirmed the plan is under review, with decisions pending thorough consultations and alignment with members’ long-term financial security. “Existing withdrawal mechanisms remain unchanged,“ EPF clarified…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Sapura Energy Bhd has officially rebranded as Vantris Energy Bhd, effective August 1, 2025. The change follows regulatory approval from the Companies Commission of Malaysia under Section 28 of the Companies Act 2016. The company stated in a Bursa Malaysia filing that the rebranding aligns with its proposed regularisation plan (PRP), which received…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Halal products imported from the US must adhere to Malaysian Islamic Development Department (JAKIM) standards, affirmed Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz. He clarified that while trade facilitation agreements were reached, halal certification integrity remains non-negotiable. “What we have agreed with the US is to facilitate the…
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MALAYSIA is guaranteed a place in the men’s doubles final at the Macau Open Badminton Championships after Wan Arif Wan Junaidi-Yap Roy King and Choong Hon Jian-Muhammad Haikal Nazri secured semi-final victories. In today’s quarter-finals at the Macau East Asian Games Dome, Wan Arif-Roy King delivered a strong performance, defeating fellow Malaysians Nur Mohd Azriyn…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has declined requests from the United States to eliminate excise duties on automobiles, tobacco and alcohol, as well as to waive import licensing requirements and fully liberalise equity ownership in strategic sectors during recent tariff negotiations. Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz said the outcome of the…
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BEFORE venturing into music full-time, Addison Rae was a popular content creator on TikTok. Like most Gen Zs, Rae’s feed mainly consisted of dance videos, lip-syncs and comedic skits with other creators on the app. But in 2021, the 24-year-old dipped her toes into music with the release of her debut single Obsessed. The venture…
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SEOUL: There is no written agreement yet on a trade deal between South Korea and the United States announced by President Donald Trump this week, the Asian nation’s trade minister said on Friday. The U.S. tariff on South Korean imports will be 15%, Trump said after meeting its ministers on Wednesday, down from a threatened…
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KUALA LUMPUR: UMS Integration Ltd is ramping up its push into the artificial intelligence (AI) and high‑performance computing supply chain, eyeing higher‑value precision components and expanding its Penang facilities as part of a five‑year growth roadmap following its landmark secondary listing on Bursa Malaysia today. CEO Luong Andy said the Singapore‑headquartered precision engineering specialist, which…
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KUALA LUMPUR: The Alor Setar High Court has sentenced a 44-year-old unemployed man to death for the murder of a three-year-old girl in Langkawi six years ago. Ramlan Abdul Rashid was found guilty of killing Nur Aisyah Aleya Abdullah at a hospital staff quarters between 9 am and 10 am on Feb 23, 2019, under…
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SEOUL: South Korea’s ousted President Yoon Suk Yeol, who is in detention while on trial and facing various criminal probes, lay on the floor of his cell on Friday and refused to leave it for questioning, a spokesperson for a special prosecutor said. Yoon was removed from office in April by the Constitutional Court over…
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PETALING JAYA: Renewable energy players Kinergy Advancement Bhd (KAB) and Northern Solar Holdings Bhd have expressed strong support for the government’s commitment to enhance the renewable energy landscape under the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP). Northern Solar managing director SK Lew welcomed the government’s efforts to create a more transparent and competitive electricity market in Malaysia.…
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HULU SELANGOR: A post-mortem has confirmed that a man whose body was discovered near railway tracks in Sungai Serian, Kalumpang, died from strangulation. Hulu Selangor district police chief Supt Ibrahim Husin stated that the victim’s identity remains unknown, and the case is being investigated under Section 302 of the Penal Code for murder. “There were…
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GENEVA: The Swiss government on Friday said the U.S. tariff of 39% on imports from the country will not apply to its pharmaceuticals sector. Swiss authorities understand that the tariffs should not include the pharmaceuticals sector, a spokesperson for the Swiss Federal Department of Economic Affairs told Reuters. – Reuters
PUTRAJAYA: Progressive trade outcomes such as the United States’ decision to reduce tariffs on Malaysian exports will have positive ripple effects across multiple sectors, including construction and manufacturing, said Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming. He said the move to lower tariffs from 25 per cent to 19 per cent, effective today, reflects…
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JOHOR BAHRU: Police have confirmed no criminal involvement in the death of a Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) Reserve Officer Training Unit (PALAPES) cadet at the Malaysian Army Combat Training Centre (PULADA) in Ulu Tiram. Kota Tinggi district police chief Supt Yusof Othman stated that autopsy results showed no signs of criminal injuries on the 22-year-old…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Semiconductor and pharmaceutical exports to the United States will remain exempt from the 19 per cent tariff for now, according to Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz. Describing the decision as a win-win outcome, Tengku Zafrul noted that the US is still reviewing its trade laws…
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PUTRAJAYA: Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz will provide details in the Dewan Rakyat on Monday regarding the United States’ decision to lower tariffs on Malaysian goods from 25% to 19%. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil confirmed the update during a post-Cabinet press conference. “Tengku Zafrul will inform Parliament on…
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PUTRAJAYA: The General Border Committee (GBC) meeting aimed at resolving border conflicts between Cambodia and Thailand has been relocated to Kuala Lumpur and will take place next Tuesday (Aug 5). Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil confirmed the change, stating that Thailand requested the shift from Phnom Penh to Malaysia’s capital. The decision was discussed during…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Timbalan Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi mengucapkan tahniah dan penghargaan kepada Pasukan Mencari dan Menyelamat Khas Malaysia (SMART) bersempena dengan sambutan ulang tahun ke-30 pasukan itu hari ini. Menerusi hantaran Facebook, Ahmad Zahid yang juga Pengerusi Jawatankuasa Pengurusan Bencana Negara berkata SMART telah menabur bakti selama tiga dekad demi memastikan…
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