Israel army says investigating after firing at Gazans near aid site

JERUSALEM: Israel’s military said it was investigating an incident on Tuesday in which it said its forces fired “warning shots” at Gazans near an aid centre, and which the Red Cross said killed 27 people. “Earlier today, (Israeli) forces fired warning shots about half a kilometre from the aid distribution area, toward suspects who were… Continue reading Israel army says investigating after firing at Gazans near aid site

DR Congo, Colombia, Latvia among new UN Security Council members

GENEVA: The UN General Assembly on Tuesday elected five countries — Bahrain, Colombia, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Latvia and Liberia — to serve as non-permanent Security Council members for the 2026-2027 term. The Security Council, the international peace and security body of the United Nations, is comprised of 15 countries: permanent members Britain, China,… Continue reading DR Congo, Colombia, Latvia among new UN Security Council members

“This is all I could afford” – Businesswoman apologises for RM1m budget for daughter’s birthday party, netizens amused

THERE are no limits to how much wealthy individuals can spend on certain occasions – even more than the average person might spend in a lifetime. A viral TikTok video recently sparked scrutiny online after a businesswoman apologised to her daughter for spending “only” RM1 million on her 11th birthday celebration. “Please forgive me. This… Continue reading “This is all I could afford” – Businesswoman apologises for RM1m budget for daughter’s birthday party, netizens amused

Accidental double-touch penalties must be retaken if scored, says IFAB

PENALTIES scored when a player accidentally touches the ball twice must be retaken, world soccer’s lawmaking body IFAB has said after Atletico Madrid’s Julian Alvarez had his spot kick disallowed in a Champions League last-16 match. During a tense shootout with Real Madrid in March, Argentine forward Alvarez slipped and the VAR spotted that his… Continue reading Accidental double-touch penalties must be retaken if scored, says IFAB
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Accidental double-touch penalties must be retaken if scored, says IFAB

PENALTIES scored when a player accidentally touches the ball twice must be retaken, world soccer’s lawmaking body IFAB has said after Atletico Madrid’s Julian Alvarez had his spot kick disallowed in a Champions League last-16 match. During a tense shootout with Real Madrid in March, Argentine forward Alvarez slipped and the VAR spotted that his… Continue reading Accidental double-touch penalties must be retaken if scored, says IFAB

Swiatek and Sabalenka set up French Open semi-final clash as Alcaraz sweeps through

THREE-time defending champion Iga Swiatek set up a blockbuster French Open semi-final clash with world number one Aryna Sabalenka on Tuesday, as reigning men’s holder Carlos Alcaraz powered his way into the last four. Alcaraz blew away American 12th seed Tommy Paul for the loss of just five games in the night session on Court… Continue reading Swiatek and Sabalenka set up French Open semi-final clash as Alcaraz sweeps through
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Swiatek and Sabalenka set up French Open semi-final clash as Alcaraz sweeps through

THREE-time defending champion Iga Swiatek set up a blockbuster French Open semi-final clash with world number one Aryna Sabalenka on Tuesday, as reigning men’s holder Carlos Alcaraz powered his way into the last four. Alcaraz blew away American 12th seed Tommy Paul for the loss of just five games in the night session on Court… Continue reading Swiatek and Sabalenka set up French Open semi-final clash as Alcaraz sweeps through

Brunei sultan leaves Malaysia after hospital scare

KUALA LUMPUR: Brunei’s Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah has returned back to his home country and was in a “good condition”, Malaysian premier Anwar Ibrahim said late on Tuesday. Sultan Hassanal was admitted to hospital in Kuala Lumpur a week ago due to fatigue, though his office had insisted the world’s longest-serving monarch was in “good health”.… Continue reading Brunei sultan leaves Malaysia after hospital scare

US-backed Gaza aid group names right-wing Christian leader as new head

WASHINGTON: The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, a US-backed aid group, on Tuesday named an evangelical Christian leader as its new chairman, after rescuers said Israel’s military killed 27 people near a GHF distribution center in the territory. The appointment of Reverend Johnnie Moore “underscores GHF’s determination to pair operational excellence with experienced, service-oriented leadership,“ the group’s… Continue reading US-backed Gaza aid group names right-wing Christian leader as new head

Fernandes confirms he rejected Saudi move to stay at Man Utd

BRUNO Fernandes confirmed Tuesday he rejected a huge offer from Saudi Arabia to stay at Manchester United, saying he wanted to “continue to play at the highest level”. Speaking to media in a Portugal camp ahead of Wednesday’s Nations League semi-final against Germany in Munich, Fernandes confirmed he received an “exciting offer” from Al Hilal… Continue reading Fernandes confirms he rejected Saudi move to stay at Man Utd
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China FM urges ‘healthy’ ties in meeting with new US ambassador

BEIJING: China’s top diplomat met with the new US ambassador to Beijing on Tuesday, calling for “healthy” bilateral ties while Washington’s envoy pressed Beijing on trade, drugs and immigration as the two powers wage a tariff war. The meeting came ahead of what the White House said was a likely call between US President Donald… Continue reading China FM urges ‘healthy’ ties in meeting with new US ambassador

Fernandes confirms he rejected Saudi move to stay at Man Utd

BRUNO Fernandes confirmed Tuesday he rejected a huge offer from Saudi Arabia to stay at Manchester United, saying he wanted to “continue to play at the highest level”. Speaking to media in a Portugal camp ahead of Wednesday’s Nations League semi-final against Germany in Munich, Fernandes confirmed he received an “exciting offer” from Al Hilal… Continue reading Fernandes confirms he rejected Saudi move to stay at Man Utd

165,000 displaced by S. Sudan violence in three months: UN

GENEVA: More than 165,000 people have been displaced by violence in South Sudan in the last three months, with around 100,000 fleeing abroad, the United Nations said Tuesday. South Sudan has been beset by political instability and ethnic violence since it gained independence from Sudan in 2011. “Over 165,000 people have fled increasing tensions and… Continue reading 165,000 displaced by S. Sudan violence in three months: UN

PM Mongolia letak jawatan susulan protes terhadap gaya hidup mewah anaknya – laporan

MOSCOW: Perdana Menteri Mongolia Luvsannamsrain Oyun-Erdene telah meletak jawatan susulan protes berminggu-minggu yang dicetuskan oleh paparan kekayaan mewah keluarganya, lapor Sputnik/RIA Novosti memetik laporan akhbar “Financial Times” pada Selasa. Menurut laporan itu, Oyun-Erdene gagal memperoleh sokongan majoriti dalam undi percaya di Parlimen pada Selasa apabila hanya memperoleh 44 undi daripada 64 yang diperlukan. Peletakan jawatan… Continue reading PM Mongolia letak jawatan susulan protes terhadap gaya hidup mewah anaknya – laporan
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Ecstatic Kohli revels in first IPL title, albeit below Test highs

VIRAT Kohli said on Tuesday he had given his “youth and prime” to land one of the best moments of his career as Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured him a first-ever Indian Premier League T20 title at the 18th time of asking. The 36-year-old Kohli, however, confessed that the six-run win over Punjab Kings in Ahmedabad,… Continue reading Ecstatic Kohli revels in first IPL title, albeit below Test highs
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Ecstatic Kohli revels in first IPL title, albeit below Test highs

VIRAT Kohli said on Tuesday he had given his “youth and prime” to land one of the best moments of his career as Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured him a first-ever Indian Premier League T20 title at the 18th time of asking. The 36-year-old Kohli, however, confessed that the six-run win over Punjab Kings in Ahmedabad,… Continue reading Ecstatic Kohli revels in first IPL title, albeit below Test highs

SPRM sita aset RM143 juta kes penyelewengan dana sukuk lebuh raya

KUALA LUMPUR: Suruhanjaya Pencegahan Rasuah Malaysia (SPRM) mengenal pasti jumlah sitaan bernilai RM143 juta yang melibatkan penyelewengan dana sukuk pembinaan lebuh raya di Lembah Klang, dipercayai milik seorang pemegang konsesi bergelar Tan Sri, sepanjang operasi yang dijalankan sejak minggu lepas. Ketua Pesuruhjaya SPRM Tan Sri Azam Baki berkata sitaan itu membabitkan 14 akaun individu berjumlah… Continue reading SPRM sita aset RM143 juta kes penyelewengan dana sukuk lebuh raya
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Mesyuarat JKKTN setuju tubuh Jawatankuasa Tindakan Ketakteraturan Serius – PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR: Jawatankuasa Khas Kabinet Tatakelola Nasional (JKKTN) hari ini bersetuju untuk menubuhkan satu Jawatankuasa Tindakan Ketakteraturan Serius (JTKS) bagi mengukuhkan kredibiliti pengurusan fiskal negara, kata Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Beliau berkata penubuhan JTKS tersebut adalah susulan Mesyuarat JKKTN yang dipengerusikannya hari ini. “Perhatian serius diberikan terhadap penemuan audit berkaitan ketakteraturan kewangan yang… Continue reading Mesyuarat JKKTN setuju tubuh Jawatankuasa Tindakan Ketakteraturan Serius – PM Anwar
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Iran says US nuclear proposal contains ‘ambiguities, questions’

BEIRUT: Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Tuesday that a US proposal for a new nuclear agreement submitted through mediator Oman has “many ambiguities and questions”. “The written proposal we received from the US contains many ambiguities and questions. Many issues in this proposal are not clear,“ Araghchi said while on a visit to Lebanon.… Continue reading Iran says US nuclear proposal contains ‘ambiguities, questions’

Alcaraz cruises into French Open last four with Sinner-’inspired’ performance

CARLOS Alcaraz said his ruthless quarter-final performance at Roland Garros on Tuesday was partly “inspired” by rival Jannik Sinner as the Spaniard blew away Tommy Paul for the loss of just five games. The reigning champion needed just one hour 34 minutes to dismantle former world number nine Paul 6-0, 6-1, 6-4 in the night… Continue reading Alcaraz cruises into French Open last four with Sinner-’inspired’ performance

French policeman to go on trial over 2023 killing of teen that sparked riots

PARIS: A French policeman who shot and killed a teenager at point-blank range in 2023 in a Paris suburb, sparking days of riots, is to go on trial charged with murder, a court said Tuesday. The trial of the officer, who has been charged with the murder of Nahel Merzouk, 17, could take place in… Continue reading French policeman to go on trial over 2023 killing of teen that sparked riots

MACC seizes assets worth RM143 million linked to highway sukuk fund misuse

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has seized assets linked to the misuse of sukuk funds of the construction of a highway in Klang Valley believed to be owned by a highway concessionaire with a Tan Sri title totalling RM143 million during an operation conducted last week. Its chief commissioner, Tan Sri Azam Baki… Continue reading MACC seizes assets worth RM143 million linked to highway sukuk fund misuse

CGS , CGS International sign pacts for Asean-China business partnerships at Asean Business Forum 2025

KUALA LUMPUR: China Galaxy Securities Co Ltd (CGS) and CGS International Securities Group signed five strategic memorandums of understanding (MoUs) and one letter of intent (LoI), with top corporations, development partners and investment managers across Asean and China on May 29. These landmark agreements were signed at the inaugural Asean Business Forum 2025 (ABF2025) and… Continue reading CGS , CGS International sign pacts for Asean-China business partnerships at Asean Business Forum 2025
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Living with parents doesn’t mean living expense-free, say netizens

WHILE many working adults in Malaysia choose to live with their parents, there is a common assumption that these adults’ parents shoulder most of the household expenses. A post on Threads recently sparked backlash from netizens after a Malaysian man claimed that individuals who live with their parents contribute very little, assuming that their parents… Continue reading Living with parents doesn’t mean living expense-free, say netizens

PRO-NET Branding Chief honoured at Malaysian CMO awards 2024

PROTON NEW ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SDN BHD (PRO-NET) has earned national recognition as its Chief Branding Officer, Salawati Mohd Yusoff, was named a recipient of the Malaysian CMO Award 2024 by MARKETING Magazine Asia. The award honours marketing professionals who go beyond conventional branding to drive organisational growth, strategic transformation, and long-term impact. Salawati was acknowledged… Continue reading PRO-NET Branding Chief honoured at Malaysian CMO awards 2024
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Picking right property with good external feng shui

When people think of feng shui, they often focus on arranging furniture or adjusting the inside of their homes. But in reality, external feng shui, the environment around your home, plays an even bigger role in shaping the flow of energy (qi) in your life. In feng shui, the landforms, streets, rivers and buildings around… Continue reading Picking right property with good external feng shui