MALAYSIA’S national diving team secured 16th place in the mixed 3m and 10m team event at the 2025 World Aquatics Championships. The quartet of Datuk Pandelela Rinong, Lee Yiat Qing, Enrique Maccartney Harold, and Elvis Priestly Clement scored 322.55 points at the OCBC Aquatic Centre. China dominated the event, with Chen Yuxi, Cao Yuan, Cheng…
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SHAH ALAM: The ‘Save the Malayan Tiger’ campaign has collected RM2.1 million in donations since its launch in 2021, according to acting Minister of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani. He credited the success to strategic partnerships, including the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM), which contributed RM200,000 through match ticket sales.…
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KOTA KINABALU: Political stability and leadership continuity are vital for Sabah to achieve development levels comparable to Sarawak, said Parti Gagasan Rakyat Sabah (Gagasan Rakyat) deputy president Datuk Seri Masidi Manjun. He highlighted that frequent changes in government have complicated efforts to resolve basic issues and sustain development. Since 1963, Sabah has had 16 chief…
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JOHOR BAHRU: Police are seeking public assistance to locate a six-year-old boy reported missing from a kopitiam in Taman Bukit Indah. Iskandar Puteri Police chief ACP M. Kumarasan confirmed that M. Tishant was reported missing by his father at approximately 2.15 am today. “The boy is about 110 centimetres tall, weighs approximately 19 kilogrammes, has…
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GEORGE TOWN: A chaotic road rampage left six people injured after a driver in a Proton X70 collided with four vehicles at multiple locations in George Town. The incident occurred along Jalan Perak and the Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu Expressway last night, leaving a trail of destruction. Northeast district police chief ACP Abdul Rozak…
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KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 220 entrepreneurs from the Federal Land Development Authority (Felda) will participate in the Mega 3 Dimensional Carnival (MK3D) from July 30 to August 3 at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC). Felda director of community economic development, Datuk Muhammad Rizal Abdul Rahim, stated that the carnival aims to…
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GUA MUSANG: The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (KPKM) projects Malaysia’s durian exports to surpass RM1.5 billion in 2025, fueled by strong international demand. Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu highlighted a 256.3% surge in export value over five years, rising from RM321.2 million in 2018 to RM1.14 billion in 2022. “This growth underscores durian’s…
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KULAI: The public, especially victims of online scams, are urged to use the 997 hotline, which will operate 24 hours as the National Scam Response Centre (NSRC) under the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) from September. Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching said the move is expected to improve assistance for victims amid the rising trend…
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KULAI: After enduring years of recurring floods, residents of Kampung Melayu Bukit Batu finally have reason to celebrate with the completion of a 190-metre concrete U-drain. Funded by a RM200,000 allocation, the project aims to resolve long-standing drainage issues that have plagued the low-lying area. Kulai MP Teo Nie Ching confirmed the drain’s construction, which…
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PARIS: France’s left-wing politicians on Saturday called on President Emmanuel Macron to intervene over US plans to destroy nearly $10 million worth of female contraceptives in Europe, calling it an “affront” to public health. A State Department spokesperson told AFP this week that “a preliminary decision was made to destroy certain” birth control products from…
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LAGOS: More than 600 malnourished children have died in northern Nigeria in six months after failing to receive proper care as foreign aid dries up, a medical charity has said. Doctors Without Borders (MSF) said northern Nigeria, which already is struggling with an insurgency, is “currently facing an alarming malnutrition crisis”. Cases of the most…
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TURNBERRY (United Kingdom): US President Donald Trump was expected to play golf on the first full day of his visit to Scotland Saturday, as protesters prepared to take to the streets across the country. Trump’s arrival at his Turnberry resort has turned this picturesque and normally quiet area of southwest Scotland into a virtual fortress,…
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ALOR GAJAH: The increasing participation of youth in agriculture and livestock sectors under the SejaTi MADANI initiative reflects its positive progress, according to Deputy Defence Minister Adly Zahari. The Alor Gajah MP stressed the need to sustain efforts in attracting young people by showcasing the stability of food security. Adly stated, “This is because as…
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NEW DELHI: Police in India have arrested a man accused of running a fake embassy from a rented house near New Delhi and duping job seekers out of money with promises of overseas employment. Harsh Vardhan Jain, 47, was operating an “illegal West Arctic embassy by renting a house” in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, which neigbhours…
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SEREMBAN: The Negeri Sembilan government continues to create opportunities for women to assume strategic roles at all levels, from villages to state administration. Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun emphasised that women should champion public concerns on critical issues like education, healthcare, housing, and the environment. “Women bring empathy, transparency, and diligence to governance. Their…
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PUTRAJAYA: The Madani Debate Academy will be introduced progressively in all fully residential schools (SBP) across the country to strengthen students’ language mastery and public speaking abilities. This initiative aims to prepare participants for future editions of the Prime Minister’s Cup Debate Competition. Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek emphasised that the academy is not just a…
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TAIPEI: Taiwanese voters turned out at schools, temples and community centres on Saturday to cast their ballots in a high-stakes recall election that could give President Lai Ching-te’s party control of the parliament. Civic groups backed by Lai’s Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) are seeking to unseat 31 lawmakers belonging to the main opposition Kuomintang party,…
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KUANTAN: His Highness Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, the Sultan of Pahang, addressed critical state issues during the Investiture Ceremony at Istana Abdulaziz in conjunction with his 66th birthday. The Ruler revealed that 49 out of 67 individuals are awaiting the revocation of their state honours due to various violations. He expressed concern over…
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THESSALONIKI (Greece): A strong blast early Saturday damaged an apartment building in a suburb of Greece’s second city Thessaloniki, wounding two passersby and shattering windows of nearby buildings. Six cars were also damaged in the explosion in the suburb of Sikies and anti-terror police were probing the incident, public broadcaster ERT said. The blast damaged…
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MELAKA: The Wakil Rakyat Untuk Rakyat (WRUR) programme in Duyong has drawn over 10,000 participants, reinforcing the state government’s focus on people-centric governance. Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh noted that the two-week initiative featured 174 activities, setting a new participation record compared to previous editions. “The success of WRUR is not merely measured…
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KUALA LUMPUR: AirAsia Malaysia has introduced two new direct routes linking Kuala Lumpur and Kuching to Pontianak, the capital of West Kalimantan, Indonesia. The flights, set to commence on September 12, 2025, will make AirAsia the sole airline operating international flights to the city. The expansion follows AirAsia’s rapid growth in Indonesia, including recent launches…
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PARIS: President Emmanuel Macron’s announcement that France would become the first Western member of the United Nations Security Council to recognise a Palestinian state in September has caused diplomatic ructions from the Middle East through Europe to Washington. But it did not come out of the blue. When Macron visited the Egyptian town of Al-Arish…
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LABUAN: The Borneo Flora Festival (BFF) 2025 is more than a floral showcase—it is a strategic initiative under the MADANI Government’s reform agenda to reshape Labuan’s economic future. Launched today, the festival aims to diversify the island’s economy beyond oil and gas while fostering regional collaboration. Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Datuk…
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SEMPORNA: The Ministry of Finance (MOF) has distributed RM52.7 million to 46,568 recipients of the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) initiative who lack bank accounts. The nationwide programme has reached remote communities in Sabah, Sarawak, and Peninsular Malaysia, ensuring financial aid reaches those in need. Treasury deputy secretary-general (Policy) Datuk Zamzuri Abdul Aziz confirmed that 23,105…
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SEOUL: South Korea will prepare a trade package that is mutually agreeable with the United States ahead of minister-level meetings planned next week and a U.S. tariff-pause deadline of August 1, the presidential office said on Saturday. The package will include shipbuilding cooperation, a sector of high interest to U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, who…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) dismantled the main stage at Dataran Merdeka today after discovering it failed to meet safety standards. Acting Kuala Lumpur police chief Datuk Mohamed Usuf Jan confirmed the structure lacked proper approval and capacity assessments. “The stage was built without considering its actual safe capacity. No safety or capacity…
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KANGAR: The International Federation of Red Cross (IFRC) has officially commended the Perlis Islamic Religious and Malay Customs Council (MAIPs) for its ‘MAIPs Ndengu Revolution’ project in Kitui, Kenya. The initiative, focused on post-drought recovery, was lauded for its long-term impact on vulnerable communities. IFRC Regional Director for Africa, Charles Mbeeta Businge, presented the recognition…
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KYIV: Russia launched a barrage of drones and missiles in an overnight attack that killed three people in Ukraine’s Dnipro and the nearby region on Saturday, Ukrainian officials said. Moscow’s troops launched 235 drones and 27 missiles, damaging residential and commercial buildings and causing fires, the Ukrainian Air Force said. It said in a statement…
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MILAN: Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said on Saturday that recognising the State of Palestine before it is established could be counterproductive. “I am very much in favour of the State of Palestine but I am not in favour of recognising it prior to establishing it,“ Meloni told Italian daily La Repubblica. “If something that…
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PUTRAJAYA: No further action against former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad over the sovereignty issue of Pulau Batu Puteh did not override the Attorney-General’s decision, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. The Prime Minister said the decision was made by the Cabinet, despite the Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) having recommended otherwise. “The RCI had…
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SHANGHAI: China said on Saturday it wanted to create an organisation to foster global cooperation on artificial intelligence, positioning itself as an alternative to the U.S. as the two vie for influence over the transformative technology. China wants to help coordinate global efforts to regulate fast-evolving AI technology and share the country’s advances, Premier Li…
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AN armed attack by the Sunni Jaish al-Adl Baluch group on a courthouse in Iran’s restive southeastern Sistan-Baluchestan province killed at least five people and injured 13, Iranian media reported. Three assailants were also killed in the ensuing clashes with security forces, a senior police official told the state news agency IRNA. He said a…
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KUALA LUMPUR: The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) has joined forces with 13 non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and local communities to strengthen coastal conservation efforts nationwide. The collaboration aims to address climate change impacts, biodiversity loss, and coastal erosion through large-scale reforestation. In a statement marking the International Day for Conservation of Mangrove…
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KUALA BERANG: Six students from a Maktab Rendah Sains Mara (MRSM) in Melaka have been expelled following their involvement in a bullying incident last Friday. Majlis Amanah Rakyat (MARA) chairman Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki confirmed the decision, stating that no appeals will be considered to ensure the punishment serves as a deterrent. “The disciplinary…
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JERTIH: Umno has mobilised its machinery to assist in preparations for the upcoming 17th Sabah State Election, according to deputy president Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan. He stated that party divisions from various states have been assigned specific zones in Sabah, with personnel already on the ground. Mohamad explained that the operations room at Umno headquarters…
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KUANTAN: The Sultan of Pahang, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, has issued a stern warning against the misuse of state titles and honours. His Royal Highness emphasised that such recognitions should not be exploited for personal gain or used to justify unlawful actions. “Titles and state honours are not mere ornaments or symbols of…
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ALOR SETAR: The Madani government remains steadfast in upholding the Federal Constitution’s guarantee of freedom of speech, Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said today. He emphasized that his ministry did not overreact to the recent assembly in Kuala Lumpur, respecting court rulings on police notification exemptions. “When the court says there’s no need…
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AN earthquake of magnitude 5.93 struck West Papua region of Indonesia on Saturday, the German Research Center for Geosciences (GFZ) said. The quake was at a depth of 10 km (6 miles), GFZ said. – Reuters
MALAYSIA is closely monitoring the conflict between Thailand and Cambodia as preparations for the upcoming SEA Games continue, according to Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh. She confirmed that the government, through the Foreign Ministry, is assessing the situation but assured that Malaysia’s sports contingent plans remain unchanged. “We are, of course, worried about the…
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MALAYSIA is closely monitoring the conflict between Thailand and Cambodia as preparations for the upcoming SEA Games continue, according to Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh. She confirmed that the government, through the Foreign Ministry, is assessing the situation but assured that Malaysia’s sports contingent plans remain unchanged. “We are, of course, worried about the…
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KUALA LUMPUR: Police are analysing closed-circuit television (CCTV) footage to identify suspects involved in the robbery at former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad’s grandchild’s home in Bukit Ledang. The incident, which occurred on Wednesday, resulted in losses estimated at RM1.8 million. Acting Kuala Lumpur police chief Datuk Mohamed Usuf Jan confirmed the investigation when…
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HARIMAU Malaya winger Arif Aiman Mohd Hanapi dismissed any notion of rivalry between local-born and heritage players in the national squad, emphasizing unity as the team prepares for crucial friendlies in September. “The presence of heritage players has been a big help to the team from time to time,“ he said. “Mentality is key, and…
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LABUAN: Her Majesty Raja Zarith Sofiah, Queen of Malaysia, officially opened the inaugural Borneo Flora Festival 2025 at the Labuan International Sea Sports Complex today. The event, themed ‘Borneo Tropical Flora’, highlighted the region’s rich floral and cultural heritage through vibrant performances and exhibitions. The festival began with a lively showcase of traditional dances, including…
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KUALA LUMPUR: The Health Ministry (MOH) is expediting the recruitment process to fill 4,352 vacancies in the healthcare sector to address urgent staffing needs. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad announced the move following discussions at a recent Cabinet meeting. “I have emphasised and instructed the MOH secretary-general and Health director-general to fast-track the…
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SUNGAI PETANI: The Northern Region Blood Centre is on track for completion by mid-October, according to Deputy Works Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan. The RM49.866 million project, supervised by the Kedah Public Works Department (JKR), began construction on August 2, 2021. Ahmad stated that the facility will include a main blood centre block, mechanical and…
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GEORGE TOWN: Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar described the Darjah Panglima Pangkuan Negeri (DPPN) award conferred upon him as a driving force to further enhance public service delivery. The award, which carries the title ‘Datuk Seri’, was presented by Yang Dipertua Negeri of Penang Tun Ramli Ngah Talib during…
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KOTA KINABALU: Kestabilan politik dan kesinambungan kepimpinan menjadi faktor utama bagi membolehkan Sabah mencapai tahap pembangunan setanding Sarawak, menurut Timbalan Presiden Parti Gagasan Rakyat Sabah (Gagasan Rakyat) Datuk Seri Masidi Manjun. Beliau berkata ketidakstabilan politik yang dialami Sabah sehingga mempunyai 16 Ketua Menteri berbanding hanya enam Premier dan Ketua Menteri di Sarawak sejak 1963 telah…
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JERTIH: Umno telah menyiapkan jenteranya bagi membantu persiapan menghadapi Pilihan Raya Negeri (PRN) Sabah ke-17 yang dijangka diadakan pada bila-bila masa, menurut Timbalan Presidennya Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan. Beliau berkata Umno di setiap negeri sudah menerima pembahagian zon masing-masing, dan jentera negeri akan bergerak ke kawasan yang ditugaskan. Pembahagian zon itu disusun dengan baik oleh…
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NATIONAL women’s doubles pair Pearly Tan-M. Thinaah missed out on a spot in the 2025 China Open Badminton Championship final after a straight-game defeat to China’s Jia Yi Fan-Zhang Shu Xian in the semi-finals. The Malaysian duo, ranked third in the world, lost 14-21, 17-21 in 38 minutes at the Changzhou Olympic Sports Centre Gymnasium.…
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Sultan Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah – fotoBERNAMA KUANTAN: Sultan Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah menegaskan gelaran dan darjah kebesaran bukan perisai untuk bermaharajalela atau sekadar perhiasan di dada. Baginda menekankan bahawa anugerah tersebut merupakan lambang kemuliaan dan amanah yang perlu dijaga dengan integriti tinggi. Baginda bertitah, “Beta tidak akan berdiam…
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