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Arteta defends Arsenal tactics after handbrake criticism from pundits

MIKEL ARTETA has defiantly stated that his tactical approach will not derail Arsenal’s pursuit of silverware following accusations of excessive caution. The Arsenal manager responded to criticism from pundits Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher, who claimed the team played with the “handbrake on” during Sunday’s 1-1 draw with Manchester City. Arteta’s team selection came under… Continue reading

Arteta defends Arsenal tactics after handbrake criticism from pundits

Qatar’s Emir accuses Israel of trying to derail Gaza ceasefire talks

NEW YORK: Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani stated that an Israeli attack targeting Hamas political leaders in Doha was an attempt to derail Gaza ceasefire negotiations. The emir made these remarks during his address to the United Nations General Assembly. He said the strike earlier this month was an Israeli effort to sabotage… Continue reading

Rafael Nadal reports AI scam using fake videos for investment ads

FORMER tennis superstar Rafael Nadal has reported that an artificial intelligence likeness of him is being used for advertising without his permission. Nadal stated that fake videos generated by artificial intelligence are circulating on some platforms featuring a figure that imitates his image and voice. “In these videos, advice or investment proposals that do not… Continue reading

Rafael Nadal reports AI scam using fake videos for investment ads

Guardiola says Man City have recovered spirit after trophyless season

PEP GUARDIOLA stated that Manchester City have “recovered many things” following last season’s trophyless campaign. The City manager pledged there was more to come from his team after a significant squad rebuild over the past two transfer windows. Long-serving players including Kevin De Bruyne, Ilkay Gundogan, and Ederson have all exited the club during this… Continue reading

Measures taken to prevent use of deactivated MyKad

PUTRAJAYA: Deactivated identity cards are still being used to claim subsidies, the Home Ministry revealed, as it moves to close a loophole ahead of the nationwide rollout of the Budi95 fuel scheme on Sept 30. Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution said about 100 cases had been detected where cards reported lost and deactivated in… Continue reading

Measures taken to prevent use of deactivated MyKad

‘Remarks by state police chief personal opinion’

PUTRAJAYA: Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail has downplayed the storm over Kelantan police chief Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mamat’s controversial remarks on prosecuting both parties in underage consensual sex cases, stressing that it was nothing more than a personal opinion. “The figures that were mentioned in Kelantan and the way it was framed, that… Continue reading

Mufti backs push to hold girls liable in underage sex offences

PETALING JAYA: Federal Territories Mufti Datuk Ahmad Fauwaz Fadzil Noor has supported a proposal by Kelantan police chief Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mamat, saying underage girls in consensual sex cases should not be fully exempted from liability. In a statement published on the Federal Territories Mufti’s office website on Sept 22, he said civil law tends… Continue reading

Backlash over call to prosecute minors in statutory rape cases

PETALING JAYA: Proposals to prosecute minors in statutory rape cases have drawn strong opposition from child rights groups and legal experts, who warn such a move would contradict existing protections for children and undermine the law’s intent. Child Rights Innovation and Betterment (CRIB) Foundation co-chairperson Srividhya Ganapathy described the suggestion as regressive and legally unsound.… Continue reading

Israel’s aid transfer demand part of Gaza blockade strategy, says GSF

KUALA LUMPUR: The Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) has condemned Israel’s recent demand for humanitarian vessels to dock at Ashkelon Port as a continuation of its blockade tactics against Gaza. The organisation stated that this request represents a deliberate attempt to obstruct aid delivery while delegitimising those challenging Israel’s unlawful restrictions. “Since May 2025, after lifting… Continue reading

Orang ramai diminta waspada cubaan pancing data rampas akaun Telegram

KUALA LUMPUR: Polis menasihatkan orang ramai supaya berwaspada terhadap cubaan memancing data atau phishing oleh sindiket penipuan yang menggunakan iklan palsu Program Rumah Mesra Rakyat 2025 di media sosial untuk merampas akaun Telegram mangsa. Pengarah Jabatan Siasatan Jenayah Komersial (JSJK) Bukit Aman Datuk Rusdi Mohd Isa berkata sindiket berkenaan dipercayai mahu merampas akaun Telegram bagi… Continue reading

Semakan kelayakan BUDI95 dibuka Khamis ini melalui portal rasmi

KUALA LUMPUR: Semakan kelayakan bagi inisiatif BUDI MADANI RON95 (BUDI95) boleh dibuat mulai Khamis ini. Menteri Kewangan II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan berkata semakan boleh dilakukan secara dalam talian menerusi portal rasmi Beliau%20″> www.budimadani.gov.my. Beliau menyatakan semakan juga boleh dibuat di Pusat Khidmat Pelanggan BUDI95 atau melalui aplikasi Setel dan CaltexGO selepas proses verifikasi… Continue reading

Kelantan mufti calls for review of punishing both parties in consensual statutory rape

KOTA BHARU: Kelantan Mufti Datuk Mohamad Shukri Mohamed has stated that the proposal to punish both parties in consensual statutory rape cases requires careful review. He acknowledged that the suggestion by Kelantan police chief Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mamat raises important issues about justice and the enforcement of civil and Syariah law. Mohamad Shukri emphasised that… Continue reading

Pahang considers RM200-RM300 aid for federal civil servants

PEKAN: The Pahang state government is currently studying the possibility of providing financial aid to federal civil servants working within the state. Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail stated that this initiative would serve as a token of appreciation for their contributions to Pahang. He revealed that the state finance division is currently… Continue reading

BUDI95 qualification checks go live on Thursday, says finance minister

KUALA LUMPUR: Eligibility checks for the BUDI MADANI RON95 (BUDI95) subsidy programme will be available starting this Thursday. Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan announced that verification can be completed online through the official website He%20″> www.budimadani.gov.my. He confirmed that checks can also be performed at BUDI95 customer service centres or through the… Continue reading

Malaysia-Timor-Leste relations built on friendship and shared struggles

DILI: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has described the relationship between Malaysia and Timor-Leste as one built on deep personal friendships and decades of shared struggles. He stated that this bond extends far beyond the realm of official diplomacy during an official dinner hosted by President Dr José Ramos-Horta and Prime Minister Kay Rala… Continue reading

EU proposes new one-year delay to anti-deforestation law until 2026

BRUSSELS: The European Union announced on Tuesday that it will seek a new one-year postponement for its comprehensive anti-deforestation regulations. These rules have been praised by environmental organisations but criticised by major trading partners like the United States and Indonesia. The legislation, which prohibits imports of products linked to deforestation, is currently scheduled to come… Continue reading

Spain approves total arms embargo against Israel over Gaza

MADRID: The Spanish government has approved a comprehensive arms embargo against Israel as part of a wider package of measures. Economy Minister Carlos Cuerpo announced the decree prohibits all exports to Israel of defence material and dual-use products or technologies. The ban also includes imports of such equipment into Spain from Israel. It further blocks… Continue reading

Government considers additional BUDI95 petrol quota for farmers and traders

KUALA LUMPUR: The government stands ready to consider applications for additional subsidised petrol quota under the BUDI MADANI RON95 initiative from farmers and traders who can prove their usage exceeds the current limit. Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan confirmed that each individual currently qualifies for 300 litres monthly, which authorities consider sufficient… Continue reading

Persahabatan asas hubungan Malaysia-Timor-Leste, kata Anwar

DILI: Hubungan antara Malaysia dan Timor-Leste melangkaui diplomasi rasmi dan mencerminkan persahabatan yang dibina puluhan tahun dalam perjuangan bersama. Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim menyatakan perkara ini pada majlis makan malam anjuran Presiden Timor-Leste Dr José Ramos-Horta dan Perdana Menteri Kay Rala Xanana Gusmão. Anwar mengimbau kembali betapa ramai sahabatnya dari wilayah itu bersama-sama… Continue reading

Kerajaan sedia pertimbang kuota tambahan BUDI95 untuk petani dan penjaja

KUALA LUMPUR: Kerajaan bersedia mempertimbangkan permohonan kuota tambahan subsidi petrol di bawah inisiatif BUDI MADANI RON95 (BUDI95) bagi golongan petani dan penjaja sekiranya terdapat bukti penggunaan mereka melebihi had ditetapkan. Menteri Kewangan II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan menyatakan setiap pengguna individu kini menikmati kuota 300 liter sebulan yang disifatkan mencukupi untuk keperluan harian termasuk… Continue reading

Malaysia jangka capai sasaran defisit 3.8% KDNK susulan BUDI95

SHAH ALAM: Malaysia berada di landasan tepat untuk mencapai sasaran defisit belanjawan tahun ini sebanyak 3.8 peratus daripada Keluaran Dalam Negara Kasar berikutan pelaksanaan program subsidi bersasar BUDI MADANI RON95. Menteri Kewangan II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan berkata kerajaan menjangka penjimatan tahunan antara RM2.5 bilion hingga RM4 bilion melalui subsidi bersasar RON95. Beliau menyasarkan… Continue reading

Buaya tembaga 3.65 meter ditangkap di Pantai Teluk Bahang

GEORGE TOWN: Satu operasi menangkap seekor buaya tembaga sepanjang 3.65 meter telah berjaya dilaksanakan di pesisir pantai belakang sebuah hotel di Teluk Bahang. Kemunculan reptilia itu telah menggemparkan orang ramai dan pelancong sebelum ia dapat dikuasai oleh pihak berkuasa. Pegawai Pertahanan Awam Daerah Timur Laut Kapten (PA) Muhammad Aizat Abdul Ghani berkata pihaknya menerima makluman… Continue reading

Kelantan, Sabah and Terengganu have lowest financial literacy in Malaysia

KOTA BHARU: A national study by the Employees Provident Fund has identified Kelantan, Sabah, and Terengganu as having the country’s lowest financial literacy rates. EPF East Region director Rahmat Ali stated that the 2022 research considered several factors including limited exposure to financial management and savings practices. The study revealed that the financial literacy rate… Continue reading

Kestabilan politik dan pengurusan kewangan kunci pertumbuhan Malaysia

DILI: Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim menegaskan bahawa keupayaan Malaysia mengekalkan kestabilan politik dan pengurusan kewangan berhemah telah membolehkan negara melaksanakan pelbagai pembaharuan serta mengekalkan pertumbuhan ekonomi. Beliau berkata keamanan serta kestabilan adalah asas utama kepada reformasi dalam bidang pendidikan, institusi dan tenaga selain pemacu pendigitalan dan kecerdasan buatan semasa berucap pada Majlis Temu… Continue reading

Kebakaran tapak pelupusan sampah Pulau Burung padam selepas 10 jam

NIBONG TEBAL: Pasukan bomba mengambil masa kira-kira 10 jam untuk memadamkan kebakaran di tapak pelupusan sampah Pulau Burung di sini yang bermula awal pagi tadi. Penolong Pengarah Bahagian Operasi Kebombaan dan Penyelamat Jabatan Bomba dan Penyelamat Malaysia Pulau Pinang John Sagun Francis berkata kejadian itu melibatkan kebakaran longgokan sisa pepejal di tapak pelupusan fasa tiga.… Continue reading

Saksi kanak-kanak kedua beri keterangan dalam inkues Zara Qairina

KOTA KINABALU: Seorang pelajar yang didakwa dalam kes buli membabitkan Zara Qairina Mahathir telah selesai memberi keterangan hari ini dalam prosiding inkues di Mahkamah Koroner. Pelajar itu, yang merupakan saksi kanak-kanak pertama dipanggil pada prosiding inkues itu, mula memberi keterangan semalam dan selesai pada pukul 3.30 petang. Mahkamah kemudian mendengar keterangan saksi kanak-kanak kedua pada… Continue reading

Maritim Malaysia tahan kapal tangki Panama bersauh haram di Tanjung Piai

PONTIAN: Agensi Penguatkuasaan Maritim Malaysia menahan sebuah kapal tangki berdaftar di Panama selepas dikesan bersauh tanpa kebenaran kira-kira empat batu nautika barat Tanjung Piai. Pemangku Pengarah Maritim Johor Kapten Maritim Kama Azri Kamil berkata pihaknya menerima maklumat daripada Pusat Operasi Maritim Negeri sebelum menggerakkan bot PERKASA 42 ke lokasi. “Kapal itu ditahan pada pukul 5.30… Continue reading

ASEAN kekal komited kepada perdagangan berasaskan peraturan global

KUALA LUMPUR: ASEAN akan terus membina jambatan dan bukannya tembok dengan rakan dagang utama melalui komitmen terhadap sistem perdagangan pelbagai hala berasaskan peraturan di bawah Pertubuhan Perdagangan Dunia (WTO). Menteri Pelaburan, Perdagangan dan Industri Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz menegaskan bahawa negara anggota perlu bersama-sama melindungi perdagangan bebas, adil dan tanpa diskriminasi. Beliau menekankan… Continue reading

KBS hantar pegawai siasat isu buli pelajar IKBN Miri

PUTRAJAYA: Kementerian Belia dan Sukan sedang melakukan siasatan bebas berhubung isu seorang pelajar Institut Kemahiran Belia Negara Miri yang diperlihat seolah-olah menjadi mangsa kekerasan fizikal baru-baru ini. Menteri berkenaan Hannah Yeoh berkata pihaknya telah menghantar dua pegawai tertinggi termasuk Timbalan Ketua Setiausaha Strategik Chan Hong Jin ke IKBN Miri awal pagi tadi bagi melakukan siasatan… Continue reading

Copenhagen drone flights called most serious attack on Danish infrastructure

COPENHUAGEN: Large drones that flew over Copenhagen airport for hours and caused its shutdown constituted the most serious attack on Danish critical infrastructure to date according to Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen. Airports in Copenhagen and Oslo reopened early Tuesday after unidentified drones in their airspace caused dozens of flights to be diverted or cancelled. Frederiksen… Continue reading

Norway reports three Russian airspace violations this year

OSLO: Norway’s government announced on Tuesday that Russia had violated Norwegian airspace on three separate occasions this year. Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store described these incidents as unacceptable regardless of whether they were intentional or caused by navigation errors. The first violation occurred on April 25 when a Russian SU-24 fighter jet entered Norwegian airspace… Continue reading

NATO warns Russia to stop airspace violations on eastern flank

BRUSSELS: NATO has issued a direct warning to Russia demanding an immediate halt to airspace violations along the alliance’s eastern flank. The 32 member states described Russia’s actions as escalatory and dangerous in a collective statement following urgent consultations. “Russia bears full responsibility for these actions, which are escalatory, risk miscalculation and endanger lives,“ the… Continue reading

EU queries Apple and Google over financial scam prevention measures

BRUSSELS: The European Union has demanded that major technology companies including Apple and Google explain their actions against online financial scams. European Commission officials sent formal information requests under the Digital Services Act to several technology giants including Microsoft and Booking. An EU spokesman confirmed the request focuses on how these companies ensure their services… Continue reading

Hon Jian-Muhammad Haikal advance to Korea Open second round

THE national men’s doubles pair of Choong Hon Jian and Muhammad Haikal Nazri have progressed to the second round of the Korea Open. They secured their place with a commanding 21-19, 21-12 victory over Thailand’s Peeratchai Sukphun and Pakkapon Teeraratsakul at the Suwon Gymnasium today. The Malaysian duo needed only 36 minutes to complete their… Continue reading

Second child witness testifies at Zara Qairina inquest in Kota Kinabalu

KOTA KINABALU: A student accused in the bullying case involving Zara Qairina Mahathir completed her testimony today at the Coroner’s Court. The student, who was the first child witness called in the inquest proceedings, began giving testimony yesterday and concluded at 3.30 pm. The court then heard the testimony of a second child witness in… Continue reading

Melaka targets 16.5 million tourists with World Tourism Day 2025 boost

MELAKA: The upcoming World Tourism Day and World Tourism Conference 2025 are projected to help Melaka achieve its target of 16.5 million tourists this year. Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh stated the three-day event starting September 27 should generate a projected revenue of RM23.48 billion for the state. He confirmed the prestigious United… Continue reading

Trump returns to UN to denounce globalist institutions and meet Zelensky

UNITED NATIONS: Donald Trump makes his return to the United Nations General Assembly podium on Tuesday to denounce globalist institutions and confer with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. The US president will address the UN for the first time since returning to office and curtailing America’s role in international organisations. This meeting marks Trump’s second encounter… Continue reading

Pulau Burung landfill fire extinguished after 10-hour operation

NIBONG TEBAL: Firefighters required approximately ten hours to fully extinguish a blaze at the Pulau Burung landfill site which began early this morning. Penang Fire and Rescue Department assistant director of Fire and Rescue Operations Division John Sagun Francis confirmed the incident involved a fire at a pile of solid waste within Phase 3 of… Continue reading

WHO confirms no link between Tylenol, vaccines and autism

GENEVA: The World Health Organization has confirmed that neither the painkiller Tylenol nor vaccines have been demonstrated to cause autism. This statement follows contrary comments from the United States president and his administration earlier this week. President Donald Trump insisted on Monday that pregnant women should avoid Tylenol due to an unproven link to autism.… Continue reading

Finance ministry quashes “one-purchase-a-day” RON95 rumour

PUTRAJAYA: No, you won’t be rationed to a single tank of RON95 a day. The Finance Ministry has shot down media reports suggesting such a rule, describing it as inaccurate and off the mark. In a statement today, the ministry said the government has no plans whatsoever to impose such a limit. “While measures are… Continue reading

Three military conferences boost Malaysia-US defence cooperation in Kuala Lumpur

KUALA LUMPUR: Three major military conferences are strengthening defence cooperation between Malaysia and the United States this week. The Malaysian Army and the United States Army Pacific are jointly organising the gatherings in Kuala Lumpur from September 23 to 26. USARPAC Chaplain Colonel Khallid Shabazz stated that these conferences provide a valuable platform for military… Continue reading

From Seremban to Puncak Alam, 300L ceiling goes the distance

PETALING JAYA: The Finance Ministry has moved to calm concerns over the new Budi Madani RON95 (Budi95) scheme, stressing that the 300-litre monthly allocation will comfortably cover the fuel needs of nearly all Malaysian drivers. From Sept 30, every Malaysian aged 16 and above with a valid driving licence will automatically get 300 litres of… Continue reading

Political stability and prudent financial management key to Malaysia’s growth

DILI: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has identified political stability and prudent financial management as the cornerstones of Malaysia’s ongoing reforms and sustained economic growth. He emphasised that peace and stability form the essential foundation for implementing reforms across education, institutions, and energy sectors during his address at the Engagement Programme with the Malaysian… Continue reading

Treat board governance as competitive advantage rather than safeguard against risks: Bursa CEO

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s public-listed company (PLC) boards and management have been urged to treat board governance as a competitive advantage rather than a safeguard against risks. Bursa Malaysia CEO Datuk Fad’l Mohamed said stronger governance is crucial as Malaysia pushes to raise board diversity, enhance sustainability oversight and position itself among the world’s top 25… Continue reading

Flotila GSF hampir ke perairan Greece dalam misi bantuan ke Gaza

KUALA LUMPUR: Pelayaran fasa kedua konvoi Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) memasuki hari kelima dengan 38 bot kini menghampiri Perairan Greece sebelum menuju Zon Kuning kira-kira 300 batu nautika dari Pantai Gaza. Pengarah Media Muslim Care Malaysia Tuan Asri Tuan Hussein yang turut serta dalam misi itu melaporkan flotila semakin hampir dengan laluan kritikal yang ditetapkan… Continue reading

Malaysia on track for 3.8% deficit target with BUDI95 subsidy savings

SHAH ALAM: Malaysia remains firmly on course to achieve its budget deficit target of 3.8% of GDP this year following the implementation of the BUDI MADANI RON95 targeted subsidy programme. Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan confirmed the government’s fiscal trajectory during a media briefing on the new subsidy initiative. He revealed that… Continue reading

Sindiket dadah antarabangsa tumpas, hampir satu tan fentanyl dirampas

SHAH ALAM: Polis berjaya menumpaskan sindiket pengedaran dadah rantaian antarabangsa selepas merampas lebih 1,000 kilogram dadah jenis fentanyl dan pelbagai dadah lain bernilai RM32.14 juta. Pengarah Jabatan Siasatan Jenayah Narkotik Bukit Aman Datuk Hussein Omar Khan berkata rampasan melalui Op Black Ash dan Op Black Wood turut menyaksikan lapan individu ditahan. Beliau berkata kesemua dadah… Continue reading