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MFL launches campaign to reject bullying culture in Malaysian footbal

THE Malaysian Football League has launched its ‘We Reject Bullying Culture’ campaign as a proactive measure against the increasingly concerning bullying issue. MFL expressed sadness and concern about bullying incidents causing both physical and deep emotional impacts on victims. “As such, the MFL has taken the initiative as a sign of joint commitment to reject… Continue reading

MAF veterans receive RM1.13 million in entrepreneurial grants since 2023

TAWAU: A total of 225 Malaysian Armed Forces veterans have received benefits from the Rural Entrepreneurship Enhancement Support grant totalling RM1.13 million since 2023. Deputy Defence Minister Adly Zahari stated that these veterans form part of the 1,975 participants in the MAF Veteran Entrepreneur Empowerment Programme nationwide. “The Ministry of Defence through PERHEBAT is planning… Continue reading

Masjid Jamek and Pasar Seni LRT extend hours for Gaza solidarity event

KUALA LUMPUR: The operating hours of the Masjid Jamek and Pasar Seni LRT stations will be extended until 1 am tomorrow and on Sunday in conjunction with the “Malam Himpunan dan Selawat Malaysiaku Bersama Gaza” programme at Dataran Merdeka here. Rapid Rail Sdn Bhd (Rapid Rail) announced in a statement that additional staff will be… Continue reading

HRD Corp launches MADANI Graduate Scheme for workforce development

KUALA LUMPUR: The Human Resource Development Corporation has unveiled the MADANI Graduate Scheme to strengthen graduate development skills while supporting employers in enhancing workforce productivity. This initiative allows registered employers to channel part of their levy contributions into structured training and industry exposure programmes. HRD Corp chief executive officer Dr Syed Alwi Mohamed Sultan stated… Continue reading

Perak to present vape sales ban working paper next month

IPOH: A comprehensive working paper proposing a ban on electronic cigarette or vape sales in Perak will be presented at the State Executive Council meeting early next month. State Human Resources, Health, Indian Community Affairs, and National Integration Committee chairman A. Sivanesan confirmed the working paper would focus on restricting local authorities from issuing vape… Continue reading

BYD to open electric vehicle plant in Tanjong Malim by 2026

TANJONG MALIM: Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD will establish a production plant in Tanjong Malim with operations scheduled to commence in 2026. Perak Tourism, Industry, Investment and Corridor Development committee chairman Loh Sze Yee confirmed the project’s first phase will cover 60 hectares of land. He stated the investment will generate thousands of employment opportunities… Continue reading

Sibu AADK arrests 16 in drug raids targeting addiction hotspots

SIBU: The Sibu National Anti-Drug Agency conducted raids on five known drug addiction hotspots around town during “Ops Perdana” last night. Sixteen individuals suspected of drug abuse involvement were arrested in the operation. All detainees, aged between 24 and 49, subsequently underwent urine screening tests. “Fourteen people tested positive for drugs based on urine screening… Continue reading

ERL offers 50% KLIA Transit discount for National Day 2025 in Putrajaya

KUALA LUMPUR: Express Rail Link Sdn Bhd is offering a special KLIA Transit fare promotion for Malaysia’s 68th National Day celebrations in Putrajaya. Passengers can enjoy a 50% discount on return tickets from any station to Putrajaya and Cyberjaya stations during the promotion period. This promotion excludes travel to KLIA Terminals 1 and 2 according… Continue reading

Sabah expects 50,000 at National Day parade with scooter riders debut

KOTA KINABALU: Approximately 50,000 attendees are anticipated for the Sabah-level National Day 2025 celebrations along Jalan Tun Fuad Stevens on 31 August. Datuk Seri Masidi Manjun confirmed that Sabah Day festivities will follow on the same evening with diverse and engaging programmes. The National Day parade will include 157 contingents from schools, higher learning institutions,… Continue reading

Three Penang eateries closed for poor hygiene and rat droppings

GEORGE TOWN: The Penang Island City Council has ordered three eateries to close immediately for fourteen days due to unsatisfactory hygiene levels and the discovery of rat droppings in multiple areas. All three premises inspected during last night’s integrated operation were subjected to immediate closure effective from yesterday until third September. The operation was carried… Continue reading

MATRADE dan kerajaan Selangor perkukuh kerjasama melalui Hari Eksport 2025

SHAH ALAM: Perbadanan Pembangunan Perdagangan Luar Malaysia (MATRADE) dan kerajaan Selangor memperkukuh kerjasama melalui penganjuran Hari Eksport Selangor 2025 edisi ketiga pada Isnin dan Selasa ini. Program dua hari itu dijangka menghimpunkan lebih 200 usahawan dan syarikat terutama perusahaan mikro kecil dan sederhana (PMKS) daripada pelbagai sektor industri di negeri itu. MATRADE dalam kenyataan memaklumkan… Continue reading

Sarawak transformasi sektor perumahan dengan sistem dan dasar baharu

KUCHING: Kerajaan Negeri Sarawak komited untuk mentransformasi sektor perumahannya melalui penerapan sistem dan dasar baharu termasuk penggunaan meluas teknologi Sistem Binaan Berindustri (IBS) serta mekanisme pembiayaan yang diperbaharui bagi perumahan mampu milik. Premier Sarawak Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg berkata pembaharuan ini penting bagi memastikan penyediaan perumahan yang berkualiti, efisien dan mampan di Bumi… Continue reading

WITEX dan WCAF 2025 perkukuh kerjasama serantau ekonomi halal ASEAN

PETALING JAYA: Penganjuran Ekspo Pelancongan dan Perdagangan Islam Sedunia (WITEX) serta Festival Kebudayaan dan Kesenian Dunia (WCAF) 2025 menyediakan peluang penting untuk mengukuhkan kerjasama serantau, menyelaras strategi ekonomi halal ASEAN selain meletakkan rantau ini sebagai destinasi utama pelancongan Islam serta industri kreatif. Setiausaha Politik Kanan Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Shamsul Iskandar Mohd Akin berkata WITEX… Continue reading

BYD buka kilang EV di Tanjong Malim, pengeluaran bermula 2026

TANJONG MALIM: Konglomerat multinasional BYD akan membuka kilang pengeluaran kenderaan elektrik di bandar ini dengan pengeluaran dijangka bermula pada 2026. Pengerusi Jawatankuasa Pelancongan, Industri, Pelaburan dan Pembangunan Koridor Perak Loh Sze Yee berkata fasa pertama projek itu akan melibatkan kawasan seluas 60 hektar dan dijangka mewujudkan ribuan peluang pekerjaan dalam sektor pembuatan serta penyelidikan dan… Continue reading

JPMorganChase bayar penyelesaian RM1.4 bilion kepada kerajaan Malaysia berkaitan 1MDB

KUALA LUMPUR: Kerajaan Malaysia dan JPMorganChase telah mencapai penyelesaian lengkap mengenai semua perkara berkaitan 1Malaysia Development Bhd (1MDB) dengan bank Amerika Syarikat itu membayar RM1.4 bilion (330 juta dolar AS) kepada Akaun Amanah Pemulihan Aset Malaysia. “Perjanjian penyelesaian itu menyelesaikan semua tuntutan sedia ada dan berpotensi serta mengikat kedua-dua pihak daripada sebarang tuntutan atau litigasi… Continue reading

225 veteran ATM terima geran keusahawanan lebih RM1 juta di Tawau

TAWAU: Seramai 225 veteran Angkatan Tentera Malaysia telah menerima manfaat daripada geran Sokongan Pengukuhan Keusahawanan Luar Bandar berjumlah RM1.13 juta sejak tahun 2023. Timbalan Menteri Pertahanan Adly Zahari menyatakan mereka merupakan sebahagian daripada 1,975 veteran ATM yang mengikuti Program Pemerkasaan Usahawan Veteran ATM di seluruh negara. “Kementerian Pertahanan melalui PERHEBAT merencana pelbagai pengisian bagi program… Continue reading

Bekas anggota polis kekal hukuman penjara 15 tahun sumbang mahram adik ipar

PUTRAJAYA: Mahkamah Rayuan mengekalkan hukuman penjara 15 tahun dan tiga sebatan terhadap seorang bekas anggota polis yang melakukan sumbang mahram dengan adik iparnya. Panel tiga hakim dipengerusikan oleh Datuk Azman Abdullah, yang bersidang bersama-sama Datuk Mohamed Zaini Mazlan dan Datuk Noorin Badaruddin, membuat keputusan tersebut selepas menolak rayuan lelaki berusia 32 tahun itu terhadap sabitan… Continue reading

Kerajaan adakan pemukiman khas selaras SOP tangani buli secara menyeluruh

PUTRAJAYA: Kerajaan akan mengadakan pemukiman khas dalam masa terdekat bagi menyelaras prosedur operasi standard (SOP) mengatasi kes buli secara menyeluruh. Menteri Komunikasi Datuk Fahmi Fadzil menjelaskan bahawa langkah ini diambil susulan pindaan Seksyen 507 Kanun Keseksaan yang berkuat kuasa Julai lepas. Jurucakap Kerajaan MADANI itu berkata ia susulan pindaan Seksyen 507 Kanun Keseksaan yang berkuat… Continue reading

50,000 hadiri sambutan Hari Kebangsaan 2025 di Sabah

KOTA KINABALU: Seramai 50,000 orang dijangka hadir bagi memeriahkan Sambutan Hari Kebangsaan 2025 Peringkat Negeri Sabah yang akan diadakan di Jalan Tun Fuad Stevens di sini pada 31 Ogos ini. Pengerusi Jawatankuasa Induk Sambutan Hari Kebangsaan dan Hari Sabah 2025 Datuk Seri Masidi Manjun berkata turut diadakan pada hari sama ialah Hari Sabah pada sebelah… Continue reading

Kertas kerja haramkan jualan vape di Perak dibentang September

IPOH: Kertas kerja berhubung pengharaman penjualan rokok elektronik atau vape di Perak dijangka dibentangkan dalam Mesyuarat Majlis Mesyuarat Kerajaan Negeri (MMK) awal September ini. Pengerusi Jawatankuasa Sumber Manusia, Kesihatan, Hal Ehwal Masyarakat India dan Integrasi Nasional negeri A. Sivanesan berkata perkara itu telah dibincangkan beberapa kali sebelum ini dan langkah tersebut akan memfokuskan kepada sekatan… Continue reading

Johor mother describes son’s trauma after school bullying incidents

JOHOR BAHRU: A ten-year-old boy who was bullied at a school here is now dealing with the severe trauma as he and his family try to deal with the terrible ordeal. The boy’s mother, Siti Suhana Misdi, 40 said her fourth child, who had a cheerful disposition, was struggling hard to cope with the impact… Continue reading

Sarawak to transform housing sector with new systems and policies

KUCHING: The Sarawak government is committed to transforming its housing sector through new systems and policies, including widespread Industrialised Building System technology adoption and revamped affordable housing funding mechanisms. Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg stated these reforms are crucial for delivering quality, efficient and sustainable housing throughout the state. “In keeping with… Continue reading

Fahmi Fadzil gesa rakyat main peranan betulkan kesilapan bendera

PUTRAJAYA: Menteri Komunikasi Datuk Fahmi Fadzil menyeru orang ramai memainkan peranan masing-masing secara konstruktif apabila berdepan pemasangan Jalur Gemilang yang tidak betul. Beliau menegaskan agar orang ramai tidak mengambil tindakan di luar batasan undang-undang sekiranya mengesan sebarang kesilapan dalam pemasangan bendera kebangsaan. Fahmi yang juga jurucakap Kerajaan MADANI menggesa orang ramai mengambil inisiatif membetulkan keadaan… Continue reading

JPMorgan Chase pays RM1.4 billion to Malaysia in 1MDB settlement

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian government and JPMorgan Chase have resolved all matters relating to 1Malaysia Development Bhd through a comprehensive settlement agreement. The American banking giant will pay RM1.4 billion (330 million US dollars) to Malaysia’s Assets Recovery Trust Account as part of this resolution. “This settlement agreement resolves all existing and potential claims and… Continue reading

AI restores UK woman’s original voice after 25 years of silence

LONDON: A British woman has regained her original speaking voice after twenty five years of silence caused by motor neurone disease, thanks to groundbreaking artificial intelligence technology. Sarah Ezekiel lost her ability to speak when diagnosed with MND at age thirty four while pregnant with her second child a quarter century ago. The progressive neurological… Continue reading

German post office restricts US packages over Trump tariff changes

BERLIN: Germany’s postal service has announced temporary restrictions on package deliveries to the United States following new tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump. DHL, which operates Deutsche Post, will temporarily suspend its standard package delivery service to the US starting Saturday. “The reason for the restrictions, which we expect to be temporary, are new processes… Continue reading

NATO chief calls for robust security guarantees during Ukraine visit

KYIV: NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has called for robust security guarantees for Ukraine during his official visit to Kyiv. Rutte emphasised that such guarantees would ensure Russia upholds any potential peace agreement and never attempts to seize Ukrainian territory again. “Robust security guarantees will be essential and this is what we are now working… Continue reading

Hungary seeks US help over Ukraine war oil supply disruptions

BUDAPEST: Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orban has requested American assistance following Ukrainian military actions that disrupted critical oil supplies. Orban complained directly to US President Donald Trump after Ukraine’s strikes against Russian infrastructure affected the Druzhba pipeline. Hungary has experienced its third oil supply interruption in recent days through this crucial energy conduit. A Ukrainian… Continue reading

Israeli man indicted for seeking rabbi’s approval to kill attorney general

JERUSALEM: Israeli police have pressed charges against a man suspected of seeking religious permission to assassinate the country’s attorney general. The 36-year-old suspect was arrested in Jerusalem on Wednesday after delivering a letter to influential rabbi Yitzhak Yosef. Yosef immediately alerted the police, who traced the man to his home and took him into custody.… Continue reading

Mida: RM190.3 billion approved investments in first-half 2025

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has secured RM190.3 billion in approved investments in the first half of 2025 (H1’25), an 18.7% increase year-on-year (y-o-y), according to Malaysian Investment Development Authority (Mida). Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Aziz said the approved investment growth demonstrates foreign and domestic investors’ continued trust in Malaysia’s clear policies… Continue reading

Final teams confirmed for World Corporate Golf Challenge

THE World Corporate Golf Challenge (WCGC) Malaysia came down to the wire with the staging of the fourth and final qualifying round on Thursday. A full field of 120 corporate golfers made their way to the pristine Templer Park Country Club in Rawang, enjoying a fantastic day of friendly competition and business networking in pleasant… Continue reading

Twelve dead and four missing after bridge collapse in northwest China

BEIJING: Twelve people have been confirmed dead with four others missing after a bridge under construction collapsed in northwest China on Friday. State media reported the incident occurred when the middle section of the bridge’s arch suddenly gave way and plunged into the Yellow River below. The cause of the collapse was identified as a… Continue reading

Macron, Merz, Tusk visit Moldova to support security and sovereignty

PARIS: The leaders of France, Germany and Poland will visit Moldova on August 27 to demonstrate support for the European Union candidate country. French President Emmanuel Macron, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk will travel to Chisinau at the invitation of pro-European President Maia Sandu. The visit coincides with Moldova’s 34th… Continue reading

Berjaya Research maintains ‘neutral’ recommendation on Uchi Technologies

PETALING JAYA: Uchi Technologies Bhd is expected to encounter lower sales volumes in the near term, driven by continued weakness in European retail demand. This sluggish outlook is likely to weigh on the company’s bottom-line performance. According to Berjaya Research Sdn Bhd, the cautious sentiment may extend into the second half of 2025, as global… Continue reading

Malaysia to hold special retreat on bullying SOPs following Penal Code changes

PUTRAJAYA: Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said the government will hold a special retreat soon to coordinate standard operating procedures (SOPs) to comprehensively address bullying cases. Fahmi, who is also the MADANI Government spokesperson, said this follows the amendment to Section 507 of the Penal Code, which came into effect in July, which clearly stipulates… Continue reading

Expert: Malaysia attractive to companies eyeing operations or expansion in Southeast Asia

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia continues to stand out across various industry sectors as a credible and well-positioned base for establishing and expanding regional operations, according to a consulting firm. Exponasia Growth Partners founder Giuseppe Di Lieto said these were driven by, among others, the country’s multilingual workforce, regional connectivity, modern infrastructure and active digitalisation efforts. “These… Continue reading

Syria to revalue currency by removing two zeros to restore stability

DAMASCUS: Syria will issue new banknotes, removing two zeros from its currency in an attempt to restore public confidence in the severely devalued pound, according to seven sources familiar with the matter and documents reviewed by Reuters. The step is intended to strengthen the Syrian pound after its purchasing power collapsed to record lows following… Continue reading

Bursa Malaysia hits over five-month high as bulls dominate trading

KUALA LUMPUR: Bursa Malaysia maintained its upward momentum to end the week higher, briefly breaching the 1,600 key level during the early session, driven by persistent buying in selected heavyweights, led by telecommunications and media, as well as industrial products and services counters, a dealer said. At 5 pm, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM… Continue reading

A-League player fined for yellow card betting fraud in Melbourne court

FORMER Western United midfielder Riku Danzaki received a five thousand Australian dollar fine from a Melbourne court after being convicted of fraud for intentionally collecting yellow cards during A-League matches. Danzaki and his Japanese friend Yuta Hirayama, an amateur player also convicted and fined, pleaded guilty to seven corruption charges at Melbourne Magistrates Court according… Continue reading

Qurratu’Ain wins Malaysia’s first medal at Asian Youth Bowling Championships

MALAYSIA secured its first medal at the 22nd Asian Youth Tenpin Bowling Championships through Qurratu’Ain Izdihar Mohd Pozi’s bronze medal performance in the girls singles event. The 17-year-old national junior kegler knocked down 1,293 pinfalls to claim third place at Sunway Mega Lanes. Qurratu’Ain finished behind Singapore’s gold medalist Hazel Tan Wei Ning with 1,328… Continue reading

US launches national security probe into wind turbine imports

WASHINGTON: The United States Commerce Department has initiated a national security investigation concerning wind turbine imports and their components. This action follows President Donald Trump’s consistent criticisms regarding wind energy sources. The White House recently expanded its existing 50% steel and aluminium tariffs to incorporate wind turbines and associated parts. Additional tariffs, quotas or other… Continue reading

Sri Lanka ex-president Wickremesinghe arrested for misusing funds

COLOMBO: Sri Lanka’s former president Ranil Wickremesinghe was arrested on Friday for allegedly “misusing government funds”, a senior police detective told AFP. Wickremesinghe was taken into custody after being questioned about a September 2023 visit to London to attend a ceremony for his wife at a British university while he was head of state, the… Continue reading

Israel rejects UN-backed famine report, says no starvation in Gaza

JERUSALEM: Israel has firmly rejected a United Nations-backed food security report confirming famine conditions in Gaza City. The foreign ministry statement on Friday dismissed the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) findings as based on “Hamas lies laundered through organisations with vested interests”. “There is no famine in Gaza,“ the ministry declared, asserting that recent… Continue reading

UN declares first-ever famine in Gaza, affecting 500,000 people

ROME: The United Nations officially declared a famine in Gaza on Friday, marking the first such occurrence in the Middle East. UN experts confirmed that 500,000 people are currently facing catastrophic hunger conditions. UN aid chief Tom Fletcher stated that the famine was entirely preventable, blaming systematic obstruction by Israel for preventing food from reaching… Continue reading

Iraqi Kurdistan opposition figure arrested after deadly clashes in Sulaimaniyah

SULAIMANIYAH: Three members of the security forces in the autonomous Iraqi Kurdistan region were killed and 19 wounded during the arrest of an opposition figure on Friday. Lahur Sheikh Jangi, a member of the influential Talabani family, which is one of two ruling clans in the autonomous region, “surrendered” while “his brother Bolad was injured… Continue reading

Fahmi urges public to correct Jalur Gemilang display within legal limits

PUTRAJAYA: Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil has urged the public to play a constructive role and not act beyond limits if they come across instances of the Jalur Gemilang being displayed incorrectly. Fahmi, who is also the MADANI Government spokesman, said the public should instead take the initiative to correct the flag installation and not… Continue reading

Perak Health Department issues 7,968 notices under smoking control act

IPOH: The Perak Health Department issued 7,968 notices under the Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Act 2024, collecting RM479,900 in fines from October 1 last year to August 21. State Human Resources, Health, Indian Community Affairs and National Integration Committee chairman A. Sivanesan said that 1,445 enforcement operations were carried out during that… Continue reading

PM Anwar orders MINDEF review after defence intelligence officers detained

PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim wants the Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) to review the aspects of national security so they aren’t compromised, following the recent detention of Malaysian Defence Intelligence Organisation (MDIO) members in the southern part of the country. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil, who is also the spokesperson for the MADANI… Continue reading

Court of Appeal upholds ex-cop’s 15-year jail term for incest

PUTRAJAYA: The Court of Appeal has upheld a 15-year prison sentence and three strokes of the cane for a former police officer convicted of committing incest with his sister-in-law. A three-judge panel chaired by Justice Datuk Azman Abdullah unanimously dismissed the 32-year-old appellant’s challenge against his conviction and sentence. Justice Azman stated that the Sessions… Continue reading

PM Anwar ensures Parliament gatherings remain unobstructed

PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that any form of peaceful assembly in front of the Parliament Building should not be hindered. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil, who is also the spokesperson for the MADANI Government, said the matter was raised by Anwar at the Cabinet Meeting today, who also requested that… Continue reading