Popovic tells Australia to do ‘something special’ at World Cup

Coach Tony Popovic said Australia want to do “something special” and hailed the character of his side after they qualified for a sixth successive World Cup. The Socceroos booked their ticket to North America next year with a 2-1 win Tuesday over Saudi Arabia in Jeddah, joining Japan from Asian Group C and consigning the… Continue reading Popovic tells Australia to do ‘something special’ at World Cup

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

When grief has no answers

THERE are days when language fails us. Today is one of them. No clever line can soften what happened in the early hours of Monday. A bus carrying students of Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris was making its way from Jerteh back to campus in Tanjung Malim – a route many had travelled before. Quiet. Long.… Continue reading When grief has no answers
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When grief has no answers

THERE are days when language fails us. Today is one of them. No clever line can soften what happened in the early hours of Monday. A bus carrying students of Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris was making its way from Jerteh back to campus in Tanjung Malim – a route many had travelled before. Quiet. Long.… Continue reading When grief has no answers

Former student kills 10 people in Austrian high school shooting

GRAZ: A former student killed 10 people when he opened fire at a high school in southeastern Austria on Tuesday before taking his own life, authorities said, in an unprecedented case of deadly gun violence that stunned the Alpine country. Heavily armed police, a helicopter and paramedics descended on the Dreierschuetzengasse high school in Graz… Continue reading Former student kills 10 people in Austrian high school shooting
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Media urged to set AI policies to protect journalistic integrity

KANGAR: Media organisations in Malaysia are urged to develop clear editorial policies on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to ensure its application is well-regulated and does not erode the credibility of journalism over time. New Media Communication lecturer at the Faculty of Business and Communication, Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP), Husna Afifi Mohd Yusoff, said… Continue reading Media urged to set AI policies to protect journalistic integrity
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Media urged to set AI policies to protect journalistic integrity

KANGAR: Media organisations in Malaysia are urged to develop clear editorial policies on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to ensure its application is well-regulated and does not erode the credibility of journalism over time. New Media Communication lecturer at the Faculty of Business and Communication, Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP), Husna Afifi Mohd Yusoff, said… Continue reading Media urged to set AI policies to protect journalistic integrity

Race-based politics losing appeal among young Malays

PETALING JAYA: Race-based politics may be losing its appeal among young Malay voters, with many saying they now care more about good governance and transparency. Speaking to theSun, several young Malays said they want leaders who focus on policies and national progress – not racial rhetoric. Multinational company consultant Safwan Johan, 25, said he supports… Continue reading Race-based politics losing appeal among young Malays
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Race-based politics losing appeal among young Malays

PETALING JAYA: Race-based politics may be losing its appeal among young Malay voters, with many saying they now care more about good governance and transparency. Speaking to theSun, several young Malays said they want leaders who focus on policies and national progress – not racial rhetoric. Multinational company consultant Safwan Johan, 25, said he supports… Continue reading Race-based politics losing appeal among young Malays

Malaysia and the UN High Seas Treaty: What’s next?

KUALA LUMPUR: The third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3), now underway in Nice, France, has brought together around 200 world leaders to tackle urgent challenges facing the world’s oceans. Running from June 9 to 13, the summit aims to accelerate global action to protect marine ecosystems and promote the sustainable use of ocean resources —… Continue reading Malaysia and the UN High Seas Treaty: What’s next?
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Malaysia and the UN High Seas Treaty: What’s next?

KUALA LUMPUR: The third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3), now underway in Nice, France, has brought together around 200 world leaders to tackle urgent challenges facing the world’s oceans. Running from June 9 to 13, the summit aims to accelerate global action to protect marine ecosystems and promote the sustainable use of ocean resources —… Continue reading Malaysia and the UN High Seas Treaty: What’s next?

Ringgit opens higher against greenback as US-China trade talks resume

KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar on Wednesday, as the market resumed its observation on further trade negotiations between the United States (US) and China in London, an analyst said. At 8 am, the local note rose to 4.2290/2380 versus the greenback from Tuesday’s close of 4.2360/2420. Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd… Continue reading Ringgit opens higher against greenback as US-China trade talks resume
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Ringgit opens higher against greenback as US-China trade talks resume

KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar on Wednesday, as the market resumed its observation on further trade negotiations between the United States (US) and China in London, an analyst said. At 8 am, the local note rose to 4.2290/2380 versus the greenback from Tuesday’s close of 4.2360/2420. Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd… Continue reading Ringgit opens higher against greenback as US-China trade talks resume

Eight dead in latest Ecuador drug violence

GUAYAQUIL: Ecuadoran police said eight people were killed Tuesday in two armed attacks in the country’s largest city Guayaquil, as criminal gangs battled for control of lucrative drug trafficking routes. Eight individuals died of “gunshot wounds,“ police said, in separate attacks in the city’s northern neighborhoods. In the aftermath of the shootings, an AFP reporter… Continue reading Eight dead in latest Ecuador drug violence

Call to address safety issues on highland roads

PETALING JAYA: The tragic bus crash on the East-West Highway on June 9 is probably an outcome of long-standing, unresolved safety issues on Malaysia’s highland roads, said Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) civil engineering expert Assoc Prof Dr Fauzan Mohd Jakarni. He said the highway, built in the early 1980s, was never designed for today’s traffic… Continue reading Call to address safety issues on highland roads
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Call to address safety issues on highland roads

PETALING JAYA: The tragic bus crash on the East-West Highway on June 9 is probably an outcome of long-standing, unresolved safety issues on Malaysia’s highland roads, said Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) civil engineering expert Assoc Prof Dr Fauzan Mohd Jakarni. He said the highway, built in the early 1980s, was never designed for today’s traffic… Continue reading Call to address safety issues on highland roads

Malaysia courts UK tech firms to build a dynamic digital future

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has called on the United Kingdom (UK) technology businesses to join hands in building a dynamic digital future in the country. Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo, speaking at the UK-Malaysia Digital Gateway Forum in London, also positioned Malaysia as a regional powerhouse for innovation, digital investment, and sustainable technology development. “Malaysia is… Continue reading Malaysia courts UK tech firms to build a dynamic digital future
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Four dead as Colombia hit with wave of bombings, gun attacks

CORINTO: Southwest Colombia was rocked by a string of explosions and gun attacks that left at least four people dead Tuesday, police said, in what appeared to be a coordinated wave of attacks designed to sow terror. It was not immediately clear who was behind the attacks, but guerrillas who broke away from the once-powerful… Continue reading Four dead as Colombia hit with wave of bombings, gun attacks

Malaysia courts UK tech firms to build a dynamic digital future

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has called on the United Kingdom (UK) technology businesses to join hands in building a dynamic digital future in the country. Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo, speaking at the UK-Malaysia Digital Gateway Forum in London, also positioned Malaysia as a regional powerhouse for innovation, digital investment, and sustainable technology development. “Malaysia is… Continue reading Malaysia courts UK tech firms to build a dynamic digital future

Two Palestinians killed as Israeli forces storm West Bank city

NABLUS: At least two Palestinians were killed Tuesday as Israel launched a large-scale military operation in the occupied West Bank city of Nablus, the Palestinian health ministry and the Israeli army said. The military said troops opened fire and “eliminated” two Palestinians who had attempted to steal a soldier’s weapon as the “counterterrorism operation” was… Continue reading Two Palestinians killed as Israeli forces storm West Bank city

Amanah intensifies efforts to increase membership nationwide – Mohamad

BUTTERWORTH: Parti Amanah Negara (Amanah) is actively working towards increasing its membership in every state to strengthen the party and ensure its continued relevance in the Pakatan Harapan (PH) coalition. Its president. Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu said the party does not want to be seen as a ‘passenger’ party, but rather as a coalition partner… Continue reading Amanah intensifies efforts to increase membership nationwide – Mohamad
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Amanah intensifies efforts to increase membership nationwide – Mohamad

BUTTERWORTH: Parti Amanah Negara (Amanah) is actively working towards increasing its membership in every state to strengthen the party and ensure its continued relevance in the Pakatan Harapan (PH) coalition. Its president. Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu said the party does not want to be seen as a ‘passenger’ party, but rather as a coalition partner… Continue reading Amanah intensifies efforts to increase membership nationwide – Mohamad

Malaysia commits to more reforms, solidarity in labour rights agenda – steven sim

PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia is moving forward with bold and comprehensive labour reforms as it aims to further empower workers, strengthen unions and ensure equitable rights across all regions and sectors, including the gig economy, says Human Resources Minister Steven Sim. He said Malaysia’s commitment to labour rights was unwavering and continued to evolve in line with… Continue reading Malaysia commits to more reforms, solidarity in labour rights agenda – steven sim
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Malaysia commits to more reforms, solidarity in labour rights agenda – steven sim

PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia is moving forward with bold and comprehensive labour reforms as it aims to further empower workers, strengthen unions and ensure equitable rights across all regions and sectors, including the gig economy, says Human Resources Minister Steven Sim. He said Malaysia’s commitment to labour rights was unwavering and continued to evolve in line with… Continue reading Malaysia commits to more reforms, solidarity in labour rights agenda – steven sim

Man City sign Chelsea goalkeeper Marcus Bettinelli

Manchester City have announced the signing of goalkeeper Marcus Bettinelli from Chelsea, German news agency (dpa) reported. The 33-year-old, who has signed a one-year contract, will provide back-up to first-choice keeper Ederson and regular deputy Stefan Ortega. The former Fulham stopper’s arrival comes after it was confirmed on Monday that veteran Scott Carson would be… Continue reading Man City sign Chelsea goalkeeper Marcus Bettinelli

Restricting night travel among proposals to MOHE after UPSI bus tragedy

PUTRAJAYA:The Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) has received various recommendations from relevant parties on measures to prevent tragedies like the crash which claimed the lives of 15 Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) students, early yesterday morning. Its Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir said that among the suggestions received was a proposal for university… Continue reading Restricting night travel among proposals to MOHE after UPSI bus tragedy
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Restricting night travel among proposals to MOHE after UPSI bus tragedy

PUTRAJAYA:The Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) has received various recommendations from relevant parties on measures to prevent tragedies like the crash which claimed the lives of 15 Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) students, early yesterday morning. Its Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir said that among the suggestions received was a proposal for university… Continue reading Restricting night travel among proposals to MOHE after UPSI bus tragedy

What’s cooking with Perhebat: Sewing and brewing as soldiers return to civilian life

KLUANG: With her military career ‘sewn up’ including a stint with the Malaysian Battalion Team (Malbatt) in Lebanon, this tough lady wishes to exchange the gun for needle-and-thread thus continuing the legacy of her seamstress-mother once she returns to civilian life. Senior Warrant Officer (Rtd) P. Maygala, 41, who served in the Royal Malaysian Navy… Continue reading What’s cooking with Perhebat: Sewing and brewing as soldiers return to civilian life
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What’s cooking with Perhebat: Sewing and brewing as soldiers return to civilian life

KLUANG: With her military career ‘sewn up’ including a stint with the Malaysian Battalion Team (Malbatt) in Lebanon, this tough lady wishes to exchange the gun for needle-and-thread thus continuing the legacy of her seamstress-mother once she returns to civilian life. Senior Warrant Officer (Rtd) P. Maygala, 41, who served in the Royal Malaysian Navy… Continue reading What’s cooking with Perhebat: Sewing and brewing as soldiers return to civilian life

EU removes UAE from ‘high-risk’ money-laundering list, adds Monaco

BRUSSELS: The EU on Tuesday announced the removal of the United Arab Emirates from its money-laundering “high-risk” list but added Monaco alongside nine other jurisdictions. The European Commission said it added Algeria, Angola, Ivory Coast, Kenya, Laos, Lebanon, Namibia, Nepal and Venezuela, along with Monaco, to the list of countries subject to extra monitoring of… Continue reading EU removes UAE from ‘high-risk’ money-laundering list, adds Monaco

Scheffler sees golf majors like tennis Slams as US Open looms

Scottie Scheffler sees golf’s major tournaments like Grand Slam tennis championships, with finesse events like the Masters and strength tests like this week’s US Open at Oakmont. World number one Scheffler, the 2022 and 2024 Masters winner, comes off a victory at last month’s PGA Championship and sees new challenges at Oakmont the same way… Continue reading Scheffler sees golf majors like tennis Slams as US Open looms

Scheffler seeks back-to-back major wins at formidable Oakmont

Top-ranked Scottie Scheffler tries to become the first back-to-back major winner in a decade by taking this week’s 125th US Open, which tees off Thursday at intimidating Oakmont. Not since Jordan Spieth captured the 2015 Masters and US Open has anyone swept consecutive major crowns, but two-time Masters champion Scheffler is on a hot streak.… Continue reading Scheffler seeks back-to-back major wins at formidable Oakmont

With shades of Man Utd, Urawa vow to bring the noise at Club World Cup

Their raucous fans are the self-styled bad boys of Japanese football and the team’s red shirts, white shorts and black socks bear more than a passing resemblance to Manchester United. But while the fallen English giants won’t be at the Club World Cup, Urawa Reds will and are set to be roared on in the… Continue reading With shades of Man Utd, Urawa vow to bring the noise at Club World Cup

This Malaysian wedding swapped traditional decor for live reptiles and birds

A couple stole the spotlight when they chose an exotic-themed wedding featuring live animals including snakes, frogs, birds, chickens and lizards. In a video uploaded by wedding planner @Afifah_events on TikTok, wedding guests appeared thrilled as they were given the opportunity to play and take photos with the animals throughout the ceremony. “Seriously, out of… Continue reading This Malaysian wedding swapped traditional decor for live reptiles and birds

Pupil, 14, stabs to death assistant at French school

NOGENT: French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday condemned a “senseless wave of violence” after a 14-year-old fatally stabbed a teaching assistant in the country’s latest deadly school attack. The secondary school student was arrested after attacking the 31-year-old assistant with a knife during a bag search in Nogent in eastern France, officials said. France has… Continue reading Pupil, 14, stabs to death assistant at French school

Tudor confirmed as Juve coach, Kolo Muani to stay for Club World Cup

Igor Tudor will be Juventus coach next season, the Serie A club’s new general manager Damien Comolli confirmed on Tuesday, after failing to snatch Antonio Conte from Serie A champions Napoli. “Igor Tudor will be our coach for the 2025/26 season. We’re working together, and I want to reiterate that he will be our coach… Continue reading Tudor confirmed as Juve coach, Kolo Muani to stay for Club World Cup

Crystal Palace’s Kamada hits double as Japan thrash Indonesia

Crystal Palace forward Daichi Kamada scored twice as Japan rounded off their successful World Cup qualifying campaign with a 6-0 thrashing of Patrick Kluivert’s Indonesia in Osaka on Tuesday. Kamada, an FA Cup winner with Palace in England this season, struck twice in the first half as already qualified Japan finished the campaign as Group… Continue reading Crystal Palace’s Kamada hits double as Japan thrash Indonesia

Crystal Palace’s Kamada warns Japan of tougher times after Indonesia stroll

Crystal Palace forward Daichi Kamada warned his Japan team-mates that tougher tests lie ahead after rounding off their successful World Cup qualifying campaign with a 6-0 thrashing of Indonesia on Tuesday. Kamada, an FA Cup winner with Palace in England this season, struck twice in the first half as already qualified Japan finished the campaign… Continue reading Crystal Palace’s Kamada warns Japan of tougher times after Indonesia stroll

Netherlands thrash Malta, Poland stumble in World Cup qualifying

Netherlands maintained their winning start to European 2026 World Cup qualifying by dismissing Malta 8-0 on Tuesday, while their group rivals Poland lost to Finland in a match interrupted due to a medical emergency in the crowd. The results leave Finland top of Group G on seven points, one ahead of the Dutch who have… Continue reading Netherlands thrash Malta, Poland stumble in World Cup qualifying

N.Ireland town hit by ‘racially motivated’ riot

BALLYMENA: Northern Irish police said Tuesday that 15 officers were injured in clashes after “racially motivated” attacks sparked by the arrest of two teenagers for the attempted rape of a young girl. The unrest in the town of Ballymena, some 30 miles (48 kilometres) northwest of Belfast, erupted Monday night after a vigil in a… Continue reading N.Ireland town hit by ‘racially motivated’ riot

Japan, South Korea celebrate World Cup qualification with big wins

Australia qualified for next year’s World Cup in North America, while Oman denied Palestine from keeping alive their hopes of a first appearance at a global finals with a last-gasp draw in Jordan on Tuesday. Tony Popovic’s Socceroos, who went into the third round’s final matchday heavy favourites to progress, defeated direct rivals Saudi Arabia… Continue reading Japan, South Korea celebrate World Cup qualification with big wins

No panic, but England ‘not good enough’, says Kane

Captain Harry Kane said England must improve quickly if they are to contend for next year’s World Cup after slumping to a 3-1 home friendly defeat by Senegal on Tuesday. A first ever defeat against African opposition has put England boss Thomas Tuchel under pressure just four games into his reign. After struggling past minnows… Continue reading No panic, but England ‘not good enough’, says Kane

England booed after losing to Senegal 3 – 1

England slumped to a 3-1 home friendly defeat by Senegal on Tuesday to ramp up the scrutiny on boss Thomas Tuchel one year out from the World Cup. Goals from Ismaila Sarr, Habib Diarra and Cheikh Sabaly inflicted England’s first ever defeat against African opposition at Nottingham Forest’s City Ground after Harry Kane had given… Continue reading England booed after losing to Senegal 3 – 1

Cklamovski hails Harimau Malaya’s commitment in 4-0 win over Vietnam

Harimau Malaya head coach Peter Cklamovski has attributed his players’ commitment as the key to their success in crushing Vietnam 4-0 in their second AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers Group match at the Bukit Jalil National Stadium here tonight. The Australian coach, speaking at a post-match press conference, said it also proved the effectiveness of the… Continue reading Cklamovski hails Harimau Malaya’s commitment in 4-0 win over Vietnam