“Are you blind?” Tipper truck snags power cable, topples lampposts – netizens slam driver

A moment of forgetfulness led to a dramatic scene along Jalan Johor Baru–Gelang Patah–Pendas yesterday, when a tipper truck with its container still raised snagged an overhead electrical cable and brought down three concrete lamp posts. The incident, which occurred around 3.20pm near SMK Gelang Patah, caused a brief stir online after a short 11-second… Continue reading “Are you blind?” Tipper truck snags power cable, topples lampposts – netizens slam driver

“Are you blind?” Tipper truck snags power cable, topples lampposts – netizens slam driver

A moment of forgetfulness led to a dramatic scene along Jalan Johor Baru–Gelang Patah–Pendas yesterday, when a tipper truck with its container still raised snagged an overhead electrical cable and brought down three concrete lamp posts. The incident, which occurred around 3.20pm near SMK Gelang Patah, caused a brief stir online after a short 11-second… Continue reading “Are you blind?” Tipper truck snags power cable, topples lampposts – netizens slam driver

Teruja atau risau? Ini reaksi Malaysia terhadap AI pada 2025

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia merupakan antara negara yang paling teruja dengan perkembangan teknologi kecerdasan buatan (AI) tetapi pada masa sama, juga antara yang paling bimbang. Menurut laporan Ipsos AI Monitor 2025, sebanyak 77 peratus rakyat Malaysia menyatakan mereka teruja dengan perkembangan teknologi AI dan berasa positif dengan penggunaannya dalam produk dan perkhidmatan. Tahap keterujaan ini meletakkan… Continue reading Teruja atau risau? Ini reaksi Malaysia terhadap AI pada 2025
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11 jemaah haji Malaysia meninggal dunia di tanah suci setakat ini

MAKKAH: Seorang jemaah wanita dilaporkan meninggal dunia di klinik Kecemasan Bangunan Abraj Al Janadriyah di sini pada 9 Jun lepas akibat serangan jantung. Allahyarham Jamaliah Masron, 68, dari Kota Tinggi, Johor, menghembuskan nafas terakhir pada 6.05 petang waktu tempatan. Menteri di Jabatan Perdana Menteri (Hal Ehwal Agama) Datuk Dr Mohd Na’im Mokhtar berkata jumlah keseluruhan… Continue reading 11 jemaah haji Malaysia meninggal dunia di tanah suci setakat ini
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US slams sanctions by UK, allies on far-right Israeli ministers

WASHINGTON: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio condemned the sanctions imposed Tuesday by Britain and other nations against two Israeli cabinet members accused of repeatedly inciting violence against Palestinians. “These sanctions do not advance US-led efforts to achieve a ceasefire, bring all hostages home, and end the war” in Gaza, Rubio said in a statement.… Continue reading US slams sanctions by UK, allies on far-right Israeli ministers
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US slams sanctions by UK, allies on far-right Israeli ministers

WASHINGTON: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio condemned the sanctions imposed Tuesday by Britain and other nations against two Israeli cabinet members accused of repeatedly inciting violence against Palestinians. “These sanctions do not advance US-led efforts to achieve a ceasefire, bring all hostages home, and end the war” in Gaza, Rubio said in a statement.… Continue reading US slams sanctions by UK, allies on far-right Israeli ministers

Ex-husband of Loh Siew Hong passes away during ongoing domestic violence case

PETALING JAYA: Muhammad Nagahswaran Muniandy, the former spouse of Loh Siew Hong, passed away at age 38, yesterday. The matter was confirmed by Loh’s lawyer Shamsher Singh Thind when contacted by FMT. The pair had been involved in a prolonged custody dispute following Nagahswaran’s decision to relocate their three children to Perlis and convert them… Continue reading Ex-husband of Loh Siew Hong passes away during ongoing domestic violence case
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Maybank IB: Zero pct sales tax on essential goods seen as ‘neutral’ for consumer sector

KUALA LUMPUR: The implementation of revised sales tax rates on essential goods at zero per cent is projected to have a “neutral” impact on the consumer (both staples and discretionary), basic construction and plantation sectors, according to Maybank Investment Bank Bhd (Maybank IB). In a note today, the investment bank said the zero per cent… Continue reading Maybank IB: Zero pct sales tax on essential goods seen as ‘neutral’ for consumer sector
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Maybank IB: Zero pct sales tax on essential goods seen as ‘neutral’ for consumer sector

KUALA LUMPUR: The implementation of revised sales tax rates on essential goods at zero per cent is projected to have a “neutral” impact on the consumer (both staples and discretionary), basic construction and plantation sectors, according to Maybank Investment Bank Bhd (Maybank IB). In a note today, the investment bank said the zero per cent… Continue reading Maybank IB: Zero pct sales tax on essential goods seen as ‘neutral’ for consumer sector

Ex-husband of Loh Siew Hong passes away during ongoing domestic violence case

PETALING JAYA: Muhammad Nagahswaran Muniandy, the former spouse of Loh Siew Hong, passed away at age 38, yesterday. The matter was confirmed by Loh’s lawyer Shamsher Singh Thind when contacted by FMT. The pair had been involved in a prolonged custody dispute following Nagahswaran’s decision to relocate their three children to Perlis and convert them… Continue reading Ex-husband of Loh Siew Hong passes away during ongoing domestic violence case

Highway sukuk funds misuse case: MACC takes Tan Sri’s statement this morning

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) today took a statement from an individual with the title Tan Sri in connection with the embezzlement of sukuk funds for the construction of a highway in the Klang Valley. According to sources, two investigating officers from MACC conducted the interview at the Tan Sri’s residence in the… Continue reading Highway sukuk funds misuse case: MACC takes Tan Sri’s statement this morning
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Highway sukuk funds misuse case: MACC takes Tan Sri’s statement this morning

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) today took a statement from an individual with the title Tan Sri in connection with the embezzlement of sukuk funds for the construction of a highway in the Klang Valley. According to sources, two investigating officers from MACC conducted the interview at the Tan Sri’s residence in the… Continue reading Highway sukuk funds misuse case: MACC takes Tan Sri’s statement this morning

Driver advised not to make any statements to avoid interfering police investigation

IPOH: Police have advised the bus driver involved in the crash along the East-West Highway (JRTB) in Gerik, which claimed 15 lives two days ago, not to make any statements to any party. Perak Police Chief Datuk Noor Hisam Nordin said this is to avoid a situation that could interfere with the police investigation. He… Continue reading Driver advised not to make any statements to avoid interfering police investigation
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US appeals court allows Trump tariffs to remain longer

WASHINGTON: A US federal appeals court is allowing President Donald Trump’s global tariffs to remain in effect for now, according to an order Tuesday, while it considers the case on an expedited track. The decision extends temporary reprieve for the Trump administration as officials push back on a ruling by a lower court that blocked… Continue reading US appeals court allows Trump tariffs to remain longer

APEC Finance Ministers to launch new roadmap in October – Lim

KUALA LUMPUR: Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Finance Ministers will unveil a new roadmap this October to replace the Cebu Action Plan, setting out priorities for the Finance Ministers’ Process (FMP) over the next five years, said Deputy Finance Minister Lim Hui Ying. She said the roadmap would outline medium-term initiatives and deliverables under the FMP,… Continue reading APEC Finance Ministers to launch new roadmap in October – Lim
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RM21 mil Labuan Youth and Sports Complex upgrade progressing ahead of schedule

LABUAN: The Labuan Youth and Sports Complex upgrading project is progressing ahead of schedule, with physical works already reaching 82 per cent compared to the scheduled 73 per cent. Public Works Department (PWD) director Ir. Mohd Faizul Mohd Ali Hanapiah said the project, an initiative by the federal government to enhance sports and youth facilities… Continue reading RM21 mil Labuan Youth and Sports Complex upgrade progressing ahead of schedule
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RM21 mil Labuan Youth and Sports Complex upgrade progressing ahead of schedule

LABUAN: The Labuan Youth and Sports Complex upgrading project is progressing ahead of schedule, with physical works already reaching 82 per cent compared to the scheduled 73 per cent. Public Works Department (PWD) director Ir. Mohd Faizul Mohd Ali Hanapiah said the project, an initiative by the federal government to enhance sports and youth facilities… Continue reading RM21 mil Labuan Youth and Sports Complex upgrade progressing ahead of schedule

AGC rejects Najib’s representation in RM27 million SRC case, trial to proceed

KUALA LUMPUR: The Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC) has rejected former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak’s representation to drop three additional money laundering charges involving RM27 million from SRC International Sdn Bhd funds. The matter was informed by deputy public prosecutor Mohd Ashrof Adrin Kamarul when the case came up for mention before High Court… Continue reading AGC rejects Najib’s representation in RM27 million SRC case, trial to proceed
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Kluivert tells Indonesia to learn from Japan thrashing in World Cup hunt

Patrick Kluivert told his wounded Indonesia side they must learn from their embarrassing 6-0 thrashing by Japan as they attempt to reach the World Cup for the first time as an independent country. Indonesia’s dreams of appearing at their first finals since gaining independence in 1945 are still alive after they finished fourth in Asian… Continue reading Kluivert tells Indonesia to learn from Japan thrashing in World Cup hunt

US, China agree on trade ‘framework’ after high-level talks

LONDON: Top officials from the United States and China said Tuesday that they had agreed on a “framework” to move forward on trade, following two days of high-level talks in London to resolve tensions. US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick expressed optimism after a full day of negotiations that concerns surrounding rare earth minerals and magnets… Continue reading US, China agree on trade ‘framework’ after high-level talks
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US, China agree on trade ‘framework’ after high-level talks

LONDON: Top officials from the United States and China said Tuesday that they had agreed on a “framework” to move forward on trade, following two days of high-level talks in London to resolve tensions. US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick expressed optimism after a full day of negotiations that concerns surrounding rare earth minerals and magnets… Continue reading US, China agree on trade ‘framework’ after high-level talks

Two South Koreans charged for blackmailing Spurs star Son

Two South Koreans have been charged with blackmail or attempted blackmail targeting Tottenham Hotspur captain Son Heung-min, the prosecution said Wednesday, with one of them reportedly his ex-girlfriend. The suspects — a woman in her 20s surnamed Yang and a man in his 40s surnamed Yong — have been in custody since last month. The… Continue reading Two South Koreans charged for blackmailing Spurs star Son

Israel strike on Lebanon kills two

BEIRUT: Lebanon said an Israeli drone strike on Tuesday killed a man and his son in a southern village, the latest deadly attack despite a November ceasefire, with Israel claiming the two were militants. The Lebanese health ministry said in a statement that “an Israeli enemy drone carried out a strike in the village of… Continue reading Israel strike on Lebanon kills two
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Mandatory speed limiters for heavy vehicles can reduce accident risks – Experts

KUALA LUMPUR: The mandatory installation of speed limiters on heavy vehicles can help reduce accident risks by controlling vehicle speeds, thereby improving safety for passengers and other road users, according to road safety experts. Malaysian Road Safety and Transport Association president, Md Hairolazaman Muhamed Nor, said these devices could help lower fatality and injury rates… Continue reading Mandatory speed limiters for heavy vehicles can reduce accident risks – Experts
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Teen pleads ‘not guilty’ to shooting Colombian presidential candidate

BOGOTA: A fifteen-year-old boy accused of trying to assassinate a Colombian presidential candidate pled “not guilty” on Tuesday, the prosecutor’s office told AFP. The teen was formally charged with the attempted homicide of 39-year-old conservative candidate Miguel Uribe, who was shot twice in the head on Saturday and is fighting for his life in hospital.… Continue reading Teen pleads ‘not guilty’ to shooting Colombian presidential candidate
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Teen pleads ‘not guilty’ to shooting Colombian presidential candidate

BOGOTA: A fifteen-year-old boy accused of trying to assassinate a Colombian presidential candidate pled “not guilty” on Tuesday, the prosecutor’s office told AFP. The teen was formally charged with the attempted homicide of 39-year-old conservative candidate Miguel Uribe, who was shot twice in the head on Saturday and is fighting for his life in hospital.… Continue reading Teen pleads ‘not guilty’ to shooting Colombian presidential candidate

Son to ‘wait and see’ on Tottenham future after Saudi links

Son Heung-min has cast doubt on his Tottenham future after saying he will “wait and see” what happens amid speculation the skipper could move to Saudi Arabia. The South Korean forward has a year left on his contract and has been linked with an exit after helping Spurs end their 17-year trophy drought. “Rather than… Continue reading Son to ‘wait and see’ on Tottenham future after Saudi links

Raising awareness on polycystic ovarian syndrome

PETALING JAYA: Despite affecting between 10% and 12% of Malaysian women of reproductive age, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) often goes undiagnosed for years and is typically only identified when women encounter fertility problems. Universiti Putra Malaysia Obstetrics and Gynaecology Department clinical lecturer and specialist Dr Nurul Iftida Basri said most patients are only diagnosed three… Continue reading Raising awareness on polycystic ovarian syndrome
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Raising awareness on polycystic ovarian syndrome

PETALING JAYA: Despite affecting between 10% and 12% of Malaysian women of reproductive age, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) often goes undiagnosed for years and is typically only identified when women encounter fertility problems. Universiti Putra Malaysia Obstetrics and Gynaecology Department clinical lecturer and specialist Dr Nurul Iftida Basri said most patients are only diagnosed three… Continue reading Raising awareness on polycystic ovarian syndrome

Sly Stone succumbs to chronic health issues

FUNK master and innovator Sly Stone, whose music drove a civil rights-inflected soul explosion in the 1960s, sparking influential albums but also a slide into drug addiction, has died, his family said Monday. He was 82. The multi-instrumentalist frontman for Sly and the Family Stone – rock’s first racially integrated, mixed-gender lineup – “passed away… Continue reading Sly Stone succumbs to chronic health issues

APEC Finance Ministers to launch new roadmap in October – Lim

KUALA LUMPUR: Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Finance Ministers will unveil a new roadmap this October to replace the Cebu Action Plan, setting out priorities for the Finance Ministers’ Process (FMP) over the next five years, said Deputy Finance Minister Lim Hui Ying. She said the roadmap would outline medium-term initiatives and deliverables under the FMP,… Continue reading APEC Finance Ministers to launch new roadmap in October – Lim

Brazil’s Bolsonaro takes stand, rejects coup charges

BRASÍLIA: Brazil’s far-right former president Jair Bolsonaro on Tuesday denied any involvement in an alleged coup plot, as he took the stand for the first time in his high-stakes trial. The 70-year-old is answering questions from lawyers and judges on his alleged role in a “criminal organization” that plotted to wrest power from leftist Luiz… Continue reading Brazil’s Bolsonaro takes stand, rejects coup charges
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Brazil’s Bolsonaro takes stand, rejects coup charges

BRASÍLIA: Brazil’s far-right former president Jair Bolsonaro on Tuesday denied any involvement in an alleged coup plot, as he took the stand for the first time in his high-stakes trial. The 70-year-old is answering questions from lawyers and judges on his alleged role in a “criminal organization” that plotted to wrest power from leftist Luiz… Continue reading Brazil’s Bolsonaro takes stand, rejects coup charges

Pentagon chief vows to honor US-Australia sub deal

WASHINGTON: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth sought Tuesday to reassure lawmakers over the US pledge to supply Australia with a fleet of nuclear-powered submarines, amid growing concern that production is not rolling out quickly enough to meet the commitment. Under the AUKUS deal signed to great fanfare in 2021, Washington, London and Canberra are cooperating on… Continue reading Pentagon chief vows to honor US-Australia sub deal
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Pentagon chief vows to honor US-Australia sub deal

WASHINGTON: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth sought Tuesday to reassure lawmakers over the US pledge to supply Australia with a fleet of nuclear-powered submarines, amid growing concern that production is not rolling out quickly enough to meet the commitment. Under the AUKUS deal signed to great fanfare in 2021, Washington, London and Canberra are cooperating on… Continue reading Pentagon chief vows to honor US-Australia sub deal

Britain and allies impose sanctions on Israeli far-right ministers for ‘inciting violence’

LONDON: Britain and four other nations imposed sanctions on Tuesday on two far-right Israeli cabinet ministers, Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich, accusing them of repeatedly inciting violence against Palestinians in the West Bank. Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Norway joined Britain in freezing the assets and imposing travel bans on Israel’s national security minister Ben-Gvir… Continue reading Britain and allies impose sanctions on Israeli far-right ministers for ‘inciting violence’
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Britain and allies impose sanctions on Israeli far-right ministers for ‘inciting violence’

LONDON: Britain and four other nations imposed sanctions on Tuesday on two far-right Israeli cabinet ministers, Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich, accusing them of repeatedly inciting violence against Palestinians in the West Bank. Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Norway joined Britain in freezing the assets and imposing travel bans on Israel’s national security minister Ben-Gvir… Continue reading Britain and allies impose sanctions on Israeli far-right ministers for ‘inciting violence’

AGC rejects Najib’s representation in RM27 million SRC case, trial to proceed

KUALA LUMPUR: The Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC) has rejected former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak’s representation to drop three additional money laundering charges involving RM27 million from SRC International Sdn Bhd funds. The matter was informed by deputy public prosecutor Mohd Ashrof Adrin Kamarul when the case came up for mention before High Court… Continue reading AGC rejects Najib’s representation in RM27 million SRC case, trial to proceed

Malaysia komited perjuang agenda reformasi, solidariti hak buruh – Steven Sim

PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia kini mengorak langkah ke arah pelaksanaan agenda reformasi buruh yang berani dan menyeluruh dalam usaha memperkasakan pekerja, memperkukuh kesatuan dan memastikan hak-hak yang adil merentasi wilayah serta sektor termasuk ekonomi gig. Menteri Sumber Manusia Steven Sim berkata komitmen Malaysia dalam memperjuangkan hak pekerja adalah tidak berbelah bagi dan terus berkembang selaras dengan piawaian… Continue reading Malaysia komited perjuang agenda reformasi, solidariti hak buruh – Steven Sim
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11 Malaysian pilgrims have died in the Holy Land so far this haj season

MAKKAH: Malaysian pilgrim Jamaliah Masron died at the Emergency Clinic at Abraj Al Janadriyah Building here on June 9 due to a heart attack. The 68-year-old woman, from Kota Tinggi, Johor, breathed her last at 6.05 pm local time. Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na’im Mokhtar said Malaysia recorded… Continue reading 11 Malaysian pilgrims have died in the Holy Land so far this haj season
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11 Malaysian pilgrims have died in the Holy Land so far this haj season

MAKKAH: Malaysian pilgrim Jamaliah Masron died at the Emergency Clinic at Abraj Al Janadriyah Building here on June 9 due to a heart attack. The 68-year-old woman, from Kota Tinggi, Johor, breathed her last at 6.05 pm local time. Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na’im Mokhtar said Malaysia recorded… Continue reading 11 Malaysian pilgrims have died in the Holy Land so far this haj season

Syarikat teknologi UK digesa bina masa depan digital dinamik di Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia menggesa syarikat teknologi dari United Kingdom (UK) berganding bahu bagi membina masa depan digital yang dinamik di negara ini. Menteri Digital Gobind Singh Deo ketika berucap di Forum Gerbang Digital UK-Malaysia di London turut meletakkan Malaysia sebagai kuasa serantau untuk inovasi, pelaburan digital dan pembangunan teknologi yang mampan. “Malaysia terbuka untuk inovasi.… Continue reading Syarikat teknologi UK digesa bina masa depan digital dinamik di Malaysia
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Uruguay on brink of World Cup berth, Chile out

Uruguay edged closer to qualification for the 2026 World Cup with a 2-0 win over Venezuela on Tuesday as Chile’s elimination was confirmed with defeat to Bolivia. Goals from Rodrigo Aguirre and Giorgian de Arrascaeta secured all three points for Marcelo Bielsa’s Uruguay in Montevideo to leave the two-time world champions firmly on course for… Continue reading Uruguay on brink of World Cup berth, Chile out

Australia reach World Cup as Palestinian dreams ended

Australia qualified for next year’s World Cup in North America while Oman ended Palestine’s hopes of a first appearance at the finals with a last-gasp draw on Tuesday. Tony Popovic’s Socceroos, who went into the third round’s final matchday heavy favourites to progress, defeated direct rivals Saudi Arabia 2-1 in Jeddah to seal the second… Continue reading Australia reach World Cup as Palestinian dreams ended

MCMC order to share phone data sparks concern

PETALING JAYA: A recent directive by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) for telecommunications companies to share phone data has raised concerns over digital privacy, legal safeguards and potential misuse. While MCMC insists that the data is fully anonymised and used solely for national statistics, experts argue that the move raises serious legal and… Continue reading MCMC order to share phone data sparks concern
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