Policy, technology nexus for sustainable ocean

AS a coastal nation, Malaysia relies significantly on its marine ecosystems to support millions of livelihoods, ensure food security and drive economic growth. The maritime zones that stretch from the Straits of Malacca to the South China Sea are biodiversity hot spots and economic engines, generating billions annually through fisheries, shipping, marine tourism and oil… Continue reading Policy, technology nexus for sustainable ocean
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Policy, technology nexus for sustainable ocean

AS a coastal nation, Malaysia relies significantly on its marine ecosystems to support millions of livelihoods, ensure food security and drive economic growth. The maritime zones that stretch from the Straits of Malacca to the South China Sea are biodiversity hot spots and economic engines, generating billions annually through fisheries, shipping, marine tourism and oil… Continue reading Policy, technology nexus for sustainable ocean

Verstappen seeks record fourth Canada win and trouble-free weekend

MAX VERSTAPPEN will be seeking a record fourth consecutive Canadian Grand Prix triumph this weekend and a trouble-free race that helps him banish the threat of a suspension following his “rash” moment in Spain. The four-time world champion goes into Sunday’s race knowing that, if he collects one more penalty point on his racing license,… Continue reading Verstappen seeks record fourth Canada win and trouble-free weekend
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Verstappen seeks record fourth Canada win and trouble-free weekend

MAX VERSTAPPEN will be seeking a record fourth consecutive Canadian Grand Prix triumph this weekend and a trouble-free race that helps him banish the threat of a suspension following his “rash” moment in Spain. The four-time world champion goes into Sunday’s race knowing that, if he collects one more penalty point on his racing license,… Continue reading Verstappen seeks record fourth Canada win and trouble-free weekend

What is clear is that the Trump-Musk fallout is more than just a personal dispute or one with consequences for solely American domestic policy. – AFPPIC

EVER notice how certain things that seem off at first gradually fade into the background? Like someone jaywalking across a busy road even though there is a perfectly good pedestrian bridge just a few steps away. Or that small crack in the pavement you just stepped over without a second thought. It happens all the… Continue reading What is clear is that the Trump-Musk fallout is more than just a personal dispute or one with consequences for solely American domestic policy. – AFPPIC
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What is clear is that the Trump-Musk fallout is more than just a personal dispute or one with consequences for solely American domestic policy. – AFPPIC

EVER notice how certain things that seem off at first gradually fade into the background? Like someone jaywalking across a busy road even though there is a perfectly good pedestrian bridge just a few steps away. Or that small crack in the pavement you just stepped over without a second thought. It happens all the… Continue reading What is clear is that the Trump-Musk fallout is more than just a personal dispute or one with consequences for solely American domestic policy. – AFPPIC

Alonso’s new-look Real Madrid aiming for Club World Cup glory

AFTER Real Madrid’s hopes of major silverware this season faded the Club World Cup took on far greater importance for them and it will provide an insight into new coach Xabi Alonso’s strategy. The 43-year-old Spaniard, who replaced Carlo Ancelotti at the helm, along with new arrivals Trent Alexander-Arnold and Dean Huijsen add a fresh… Continue reading Alonso’s new-look Real Madrid aiming for Club World Cup glory
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Alonso’s new-look Real Madrid aiming for Club World Cup glory

AFTER Real Madrid’s hopes of major silverware this season faded the Club World Cup took on far greater importance for them and it will provide an insight into new coach Xabi Alonso’s strategy. The 43-year-old Spaniard, who replaced Carlo Ancelotti at the helm, along with new arrivals Trent Alexander-Arnold and Dean Huijsen add a fresh… Continue reading Alonso’s new-look Real Madrid aiming for Club World Cup glory

Trump vs Musk: Domestic and geopolitical repercussions

HOLLYWOOD could not have produced a more riveting movie, playing out to audiences in the United States and around the world – accessible to anyone with a smartphone. Just days after praising Elon Musk as “one of the greatest business leaders and innovators the world has ever produced” and crediting him with a leading role… Continue reading Trump vs Musk: Domestic and geopolitical repercussions
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Trump vs Musk: Domestic and geopolitical repercussions

HOLLYWOOD could not have produced a more riveting movie, playing out to audiences in the United States and around the world – accessible to anyone with a smartphone. Just days after praising Elon Musk as “one of the greatest business leaders and innovators the world has ever produced” and crediting him with a leading role… Continue reading Trump vs Musk: Domestic and geopolitical repercussions

Pilot AI initiative launched for selected S’gor schools

PETALING JAYA: Selangor is set to roll out a pilot programme to help students and teachers adapt to artificial intelligence (AI), starting with selected schools in four districts. Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari said the initiative is part of the state’s long-term plan to cultivate a generation equipped with critical thinking skills and… Continue reading Pilot AI initiative launched for selected S’gor schools
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Australia topple South Africa’s top order in WTC final fight back

SOUTH AFRICA were reeling on 43-4 at stumps on the first day of the World Test Championship final at Lord’s on Wednesday after earlier dismissing defending champions Australia for 212. Seamer Kagiso Rabada took 5-51 as South Africa’s bowling unit made a strong start to the contest but their inexperienced batting line-up came under fire… Continue reading Australia topple South Africa’s top order in WTC final fight back
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Pilot AI initiative launched for selected S’gor schools

PETALING JAYA: Selangor is set to roll out a pilot programme to help students and teachers adapt to artificial intelligence (AI), starting with selected schools in four districts. Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari said the initiative is part of the state’s long-term plan to cultivate a generation equipped with critical thinking skills and… Continue reading Pilot AI initiative launched for selected S’gor schools

Australia topple South Africa’s top order in WTC final fight back

SOUTH AFRICA were reeling on 43-4 at stumps on the first day of the World Test Championship final at Lord’s on Wednesday after earlier dismissing defending champions Australia for 212. Seamer Kagiso Rabada took 5-51 as South Africa’s bowling unit made a strong start to the contest but their inexperienced batting line-up came under fire… Continue reading Australia topple South Africa’s top order in WTC final fight back

Call for clearer SST guidelines ahead of rollout

PETALING JAYA: The government is being urged to release a clear, centralised list of taxable and exempted items under the expanded Sales and Service Tax (SST) to prevent confusion ahead of its implementation on July 1. Economists warn that without authoritative guidance, businesses could face compliance issues and pricing disputes. They said a government-endorsed reference… Continue reading Call for clearer SST guidelines ahead of rollout
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Call for clearer SST guidelines ahead of rollout

PETALING JAYA: The government is being urged to release a clear, centralised list of taxable and exempted items under the expanded Sales and Service Tax (SST) to prevent confusion ahead of its implementation on July 1. Economists warn that without authoritative guidance, businesses could face compliance issues and pricing disputes. They said a government-endorsed reference… Continue reading Call for clearer SST guidelines ahead of rollout

Nahas pelajar UPSI: Sultan Pahang titah Masjid anjur solat jenazah ghaib

KUANTAN: Sultan Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah menitahkan semua masjid di negeri itu menganjurkan solat jenazah ghaib untuk pelajar Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) yang terkorban dalam kemalangan di Jalan Raya Timur-Barat (JRTB) di Gerik, Perak. Mufti Pahang Datuk Dr Asmadi Mohamed Naim dalam satu kenyataan berkata baginda turut menitahkan solat berkenaan selain… Continue reading Nahas pelajar UPSI: Sultan Pahang titah Masjid anjur solat jenazah ghaib

‘Impact of Petronas layoffs could be significant’

PETALING JAYA: Petronas announced last week a phased reduction of over 5,000 jobs over the next twelve months, sparking concerns over regional employment stability, economic resilience and investor confidence in the country’s crucial oil and gas sector. Although most of those affected will be contract staff, experts caution that the economic ripple of the layoffs… Continue reading ‘Impact of Petronas layoffs could be significant’
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‘Impact of Petronas layoffs could be significant’

PETALING JAYA: Petronas announced last week a phased reduction of over 5,000 jobs over the next twelve months, sparking concerns over regional employment stability, economic resilience and investor confidence in the country’s crucial oil and gas sector. Although most of those affected will be contract staff, experts caution that the economic ripple of the layoffs… Continue reading ‘Impact of Petronas layoffs could be significant’

Lelaki OKU dikhuatiri lemas ketika mandi di Sungai Kuantan

KUANTAN: Seorang lelaki orang kurang upaya (OKU) intelektual dikhuatiri lemas ketika mandi di Sungai Kuantan berhampiran Kampung Tanah Putih di sini hari ini. Ketua Polis Daerah Kuantan ACP Wan Mohd Zahari Wan Busu berkata Syed Alwi Syd Mohd Ali Hanafiah, 30, dikatakan pergi ke sungai itu bersama adiknya untuk memancing. “Kejadian berlaku kira-kira 3 petang… Continue reading Lelaki OKU dikhuatiri lemas ketika mandi di Sungai Kuantan

Gempa bumi bermagnitud 5.8 landa perairan berhampiran Taiwan-CENC

BEIJING: Gempa bumi dengan magnitud 5.8 menggegarkan perairan berhampiran Daerah Taitung, Taiwan, pada 7.00 malam Rabu, menurut Pusat Rangkaian Gempa Bumi China (CENC), lapor Xinhua. Pusat gempa dikesan pada latitud 23.33 darjah utara dan longitud 121.72 darjah timur. Gempa bumi berlaku pada kedalaman 20 kilometer, menurut CENC. Gegaran dirasai di beberapa lokasi di Taiwan, termasuk… Continue reading Gempa bumi bermagnitud 5.8 landa perairan berhampiran Taiwan-CENC

Indonesia tidak bercita-cita jadi kuasa ketenteraan global, kata Prabowo

JAKARTA: Presiden Prabowo Subianto menegaskan bahawa Indonesia tidak bercita-cita menjadi kuasa ketenteraan global, sebaliknya kekal komited terhadap dasar luar yang berkecuali dan tidak berpihak. “Kita ingin menjadi jiran yang baik kepada semua, sama ada jiran terdekat, jiran serantau, malah jiran yang jauh,” katanya ketika merasmikan “Indo Defence 2025 Expo & Forum” di JIExpo, Jakarta Pusat.… Continue reading Indonesia tidak bercita-cita jadi kuasa ketenteraan global, kata Prabowo

Polis temukan peranti IED, dadah dalam kereta terbalik selepas dikejar

KUALA LUMPUR: Polis menemukan peranti bahan letupan buatan sendiri (IED) dan pelbagai jenis dadah di dalam sebuah kereta yang terbalik selepas dikejar sejauh kira-kira 25 kilometer (km) apabila cuba melarikan daripada pemeriksaan polis awal pagi tadi. Ketua Polis Daerah Serdang ACP Muhamad Farid Ahmad berkata dalam kejadian di Jalan Suakasih di Serdang pada 3.30 pagi… Continue reading Polis temukan peranti IED, dadah dalam kereta terbalik selepas dikejar

Vance says Trump doesn’t want long-term feud with Musk

WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump was frustrated with billionaire Elon Musk, but doesn’t want a long-term feud with the entrepreneur and big campaign donor, Vice President JD Vance said on Wednesday. Vance told reporters that he has spoken to both Musk and Trump about trying to make sure Musk is supportive of the president, adding… Continue reading Vance says Trump doesn’t want long-term feud with Musk
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Vance says Trump doesn’t want long-term feud with Musk

WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump was frustrated with billionaire Elon Musk, but doesn’t want a long-term feud with the entrepreneur and big campaign donor, Vice President JD Vance said on Wednesday. Vance told reporters that he has spoken to both Musk and Trump about trying to make sure Musk is supportive of the president, adding… Continue reading Vance says Trump doesn’t want long-term feud with Musk

Integrasi sekolah menegak dan perumahan ikhtiar kurangkan kos pengangkutan – Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR: Konsep sekolah menegak yang diintegrasikan bersama perumahan dalam projek Rumah Bakat MADANI di Pulau Pinang dapat menjamin keselamatan pelajar selain mengurangkan tanggungan kos pengangkutan keluarga. Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim berkata penggabungan elemen pendidikan dalam pembangunan perumahan itu merupakan satu ikhtiar Kerajaan MADANI untuk membina kawasan kejiranan yang bersifat ihsan dan memupuk… Continue reading Integrasi sekolah menegak dan perumahan ikhtiar kurangkan kos pengangkutan – Anwar

Trump attends ‘Les Miserables’ at revamped Kennedy Center

WASHINGTON: Months after orchestrating a conservative takeover of the Kennedy Center’s leadership, President Donald Trump arrived there on Wednesday to attend “Les Miserables,” his first show at the performing arts facility that has become a symbol of U.S. cultural and political divides. Trump did not attend events at the John F. Kennedy Center for the… Continue reading Trump attends ‘Les Miserables’ at revamped Kennedy Center
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Trump attends ‘Les Miserables’ at revamped Kennedy Center

WASHINGTON: Months after orchestrating a conservative takeover of the Kennedy Center’s leadership, President Donald Trump arrived there on Wednesday to attend “Les Miserables,” his first show at the performing arts facility that has become a symbol of U.S. cultural and political divides. Trump did not attend events at the John F. Kennedy Center for the… Continue reading Trump attends ‘Les Miserables’ at revamped Kennedy Center

Hubungan Rusia-Malaysia capai momentum baharu – Duta

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia kekal sebagai rakan lama yang dipercayai dan dihargai Rusia, dengan hubungan dua hala menunjukkan peningkatan momentum, kata Duta Rusia ke Malaysia Naiyl M. Latypov. Berucap pada majlis resepsi menyambut Hari Kebangsaan Rusia di Kuala Lumpur pada Rabu, Latypov berkata Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim dan Presiden Vladimir Putin telah mengadakan perbincangan… Continue reading Hubungan Rusia-Malaysia capai momentum baharu – Duta

US Senate rejects bids to block arms sales to Qatar, UAE

WASHINGTON: The U.S. Senate on Wednesday blocked resolutions that would have halted more than $3 billion in military sales to the governments of Qatar and the United Arab Emirates. The Senate voted 56-39 against considering legislation that would have blocked the $1.9 billion sale of armed drones and associated equipment to Qatar. The vote was… Continue reading US Senate rejects bids to block arms sales to Qatar, UAE

M’sian CEO spends RM30K monthly on pantry — Netizens say, “Now this is a real staff benefit”

MALAYSIAN entrepreneur Christy Ng is making headlines once again — and this time, it’s not for her popular line of shoes or handbags. A viral TikTok video shared by user @kerjazz has captured Christy personally restocking her office pantry with more than RM30,000 worth of snacks, drinks, and wellness items, sparking a flood of admiration… Continue reading M’sian CEO spends RM30K monthly on pantry — Netizens say, “Now this is a real staff benefit”

England boss Tuchel interested in contract extension after 2026 World Cup

THOMAS TUCHEL suggested he is tempted to seek a contract extension as England manager beyond the 2026 World Cup up to the 2028 European Championship, despite his team drawing criticism for recent poor performances. Tuchel, whose contract runs through the end of the World Cup, suffered his first defeat in four games as manager in… Continue reading England boss Tuchel interested in contract extension after 2026 World Cup

Brazil’s top court votes to hold social media platforms accountable for user posts

BRASILIA: Brazil’s Supreme Court on Wednesday ruled that social media companies must be held accountable for some types of content published by users on their platforms in the country, but details on the decision have yet to be resolved. Six of the 11 Supreme Court judges voted to hold platforms responsible for third-party content seen… Continue reading Brazil’s top court votes to hold social media platforms accountable for user posts

US begins uneasy World Cup countdown as Trump moves Marines to Los Angeles

U.S. CITIES hosting next year’s FIFA World Cup faced questions on Wednesday about how to reassure international fans concerned by President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown and travel ban as the year-to-go countdown began. The United States, along with Canada and Mexico, is set to co-host the finals, which will feature 48 teams and a record… Continue reading US begins uneasy World Cup countdown as Trump moves Marines to Los Angeles

Toyota chairman to face scrutiny over $33 billion deal at shareholder meeting

TOYOTA CITY, JAPAN: Toyota Motor Chairman Akio Toyoda is likely to face scrutiny over a $33 billion take-private deal of a key supplier when shareholders assemble for the Japanese automaker’s annual general meeting on Thursday. This year’s gathering, set to kick off at 10:00 a.m. (0100 GMT), marks the first time in three years that… Continue reading Toyota chairman to face scrutiny over $33 billion deal at shareholder meeting

Thai ruling party grapples with border crisis, thorny court case amid bleak economy

BANGKOK: Thailand’s ruling party, besieged by a faltering economy and a border crisis, faces more uncertainty this week as the Supreme Court begins hearing a case that could lead to jail time for its most influential politician, Thaksin Shinawatra. The billionaire former premier, and the driving force behind the government of his daughter Paetongtarn Shinawatra,… Continue reading Thai ruling party grapples with border crisis, thorny court case amid bleak economy

Motor racing-Le Mans and F1 in same year? Too much now, says Hulkenberg

NICO HULKENBERG raced in the 24 Hours of Le Mans a decade ago when the Formula One calendar allowed it, and came away a winner with Porsche. The German could not do that now, with the 93rd edition of the French endurance race clashing with this weekend’s Canadian Grand Prix where Hulkenberg, now 37, will… Continue reading Motor racing-Le Mans and F1 in same year? Too much now, says Hulkenberg

World Bank to end ban on nuclear energy projects, still debating upstream gas

WASHINGTON: The World Bank’s board has agreed to end a longstanding ban on funding nuclear energy projects in developing countries as part of a broader push to meet rising electricity needs, the bank’s president Ajay Banga said on Wednesday. Banga outlined the bank’s revised energy strategy in an email to staff after what he called… Continue reading World Bank to end ban on nuclear energy projects, still debating upstream gas

WADA calls on US to stop ‘dangerous’ Enhanced Games

WORLD ANTI-DOPING AGENCY (WADA) chief Witold Banka has called on US authorities to prevent the drug-fueled Enhanced Games from taking place next year. Speaking in Lausanne in an address to a meeting of summer Olympic officials, Banka said the inaugural edition of the Enhanced Games in Las Vegas — where athletes will be free to… Continue reading WADA calls on US to stop ‘dangerous’ Enhanced Games

Trump: Willing to extend July 8 deadline for trade talks, but not likely necessary

WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday he would be willing to extend a July 8 deadline for completing trade talks with countries before higher U.S. tariffs take effect, but did not believe that would be necessary. Trump, speaking to reporters before a performance of “Les Miserables” at the Kennedy Center, said trade negotiations… Continue reading Trump: Willing to extend July 8 deadline for trade talks, but not likely necessary

Northern Ireland hit by third night of violence but main flashpoint calmer

BALLYMENA, Northern Ireland: Violence erupted in different parts of Northern Ireland for the third successive night on Wednesday, with masked youths starting a fire in a leisure centre but unrest in the primary flashpoint of Ballymena was notably smaller in scale. Hundreds of masked rioters attacked police and set homes and cars on fire in… Continue reading Northern Ireland hit by third night of violence but main flashpoint calmer

‘Ref Cam’ footage won’t show controversial incidents – FIFA

REFEREES at this month’s FIFA Club World Cup will wear ‘body cams’ with the footage used in broadcasts of the game — but only if the images are of non-controversial incidents, FIFA refereeing officials said on Wednesday. The match referees in the tournament will wear a small camera protruding from their earpiece which will be… Continue reading ‘Ref Cam’ footage won’t show controversial incidents – FIFA

Premier League ‘under strain’ despite record £6.3 bn revenues

THE COMBINED revenue of Premier League clubs rose to a record £6.3 billion ($8.5 billion, 7.5 billion euros) in the 2023/24 season, but fan unrest and worsening competitive balance are cause for concern, according to financial experts Deloitte. The rise in income for England’s 20 top-flight clubs was fuelled by commercial income surpassing £2 billion… Continue reading Premier League ‘under strain’ despite record £6.3 bn revenues

Beach Boys founder Brian Wilson dies at age 82

LOS ANGELES: Beach Boys cofounder Brian Wilson, who created some of rock’s most enduring songs such as “Good Vibrations” and “God Only Knows” in a career that was marked by a decades-long battle between his musical genius, drug abuse and mental health issues, has died at the age of 82. Wilson’s family announced his death… Continue reading Beach Boys founder Brian Wilson dies at age 82

Gerik crash: Pahang Sultan orders mosques to hold ‘solat jenazah ghaib’

KUANTAN: Sultan of Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah has decreed that all mosques in the state hold the ‘solat jenazah ghaib’ (funeral prayer in the absence of the deceased) for the Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) students who perished in the road crash in Gerik, Perak. Pahang mufti Datuk Dr Asmadi Mohamed Naim… Continue reading Gerik crash: Pahang Sultan orders mosques to hold ‘solat jenazah ghaib’
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Gerik crash: Pahang Sultan orders mosques to hold ‘solat jenazah ghaib’

KUANTAN: Sultan of Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah has decreed that all mosques in the state hold the ‘solat jenazah ghaib’ (funeral prayer in the absence of the deceased) for the Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) students who perished in the road crash in Gerik, Perak. Pahang mufti Datuk Dr Asmadi Mohamed Naim… Continue reading Gerik crash: Pahang Sultan orders mosques to hold ‘solat jenazah ghaib’

Vertical schools in housing projects to help reduce transport costs – Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR: The integration of a vertical school concept within the Rumah Bakat MADANI housing project in Penang is expected to enhance student safety and ease the transportation cost burden on families, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. The Prime Minister said that incorporating educational elements into residential development is part of the MADANI Government’s initiative… Continue reading Vertical schools in housing projects to help reduce transport costs – Anwar
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