Bomba halau pocong bertenggek atas pokok

Firefighters in Tasikmalaya, West Java, Indonesia, responded to a rather unusual emergency call: removing a suspected "pocong" (a shrouded ghost) perched on a tree. A video circulating on TikTok shows a firefighter spraying water at the tree from a firetruck at night. The operation followed reports from locals about the ghostly sighting. The video has garnered over 5.6 million views and sparked humorous comments online, with some netizens praising the firefighters' willingness to handle even supernatural situations.

Farm Fresh berjaya teraju industri tenusu negara

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim visited the Farm Fresh Dairy Complex in Perak, highlighting its success as a domestically driven investment facilitated by the Northern Corridor Economic Region (NCER). The complex, one of Southeast Asia's most modern dairy facilities, has created over 150 skilled jobs, mostly for youth under 30, and empowered over 350 entrepreneurs and 1,200 distributors nationwide, including homemakers and low-income families. The visit showcased the transformation of the national dairy industry and its positive impact on the local economy and community.

Low-sugar, gut-friendly: Malaysia’s first prebiotic rice, ‘Beras Pahang’ hits market at RM8 per kg

Pelancong saman hotel lebih RM7 juta selepas digigit ular

An Egyptian tourist, Ahmed Samy Niazy El Gharably, is suing a hotel in Lombok, Indonesia for RM7.3 million (USD 1.6 million) after being bitten by a snake on the hotel grounds. The incident occurred on July 22, 2024, and has allegedly left Ahmed unable to work optimally due to ongoing pain and mental distress. His lawyer claims Ahmed incurred significant medical expenses and lost income, impacting his job in Dubai. The hotel management has yet to comment on the lawsuit.

No deal, no ceasefire: World leaders react as Trump-Putin summit stalls on Ukraine

Pemandu maut, jengkaut terbalik ketika bekerja di ladang

An Indonesian man in his 30s died after the excavator he was operating overturned at the Sigurros Plantation in Dabong, Kuala Krai. The incident occurred around 4:40 pm. The victim was trapped in the driver's seat and died at the scene. Fire and Rescue personnel from Dabong station responded to the emergency call and arrived at the scene around 5:19 pm.

Ukraine needs real and lasting peace, not pause between Russian invasions, Zelensky says

Cuaca buruk di lima negeri malam ini

The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a thunderstorm, heavy rain, and strong wind warning for several districts in Terengganu, Johor, Pahang, Sarawak, and Sabah until 9 pm tonight. Affected areas in Terengganu include Dungun and Kemaman; Pahang: Rompin; Johor: Mersing. In Sarawak, the warning covers Kuching, Sibu, Mukah, Kapit, Bintulu, Miri, and Limbang districts. Sabah's affected areas include the Interior (Beaufort and Nabawan), West Coast (Ranau and Kota Belud), Tawau, Sandakan, and Kudat.

‘Anda tidak akan jadi lebih hebat daripada dia’

A boy in Meghalaya, India, has gone viral for riding a horse to school. A video posted on Instagram shows him casually riding alongside the road with his school bag, accompanied by his pet dog. The video has garnered over 403,000 views and various reactions, with users praising his unique commute and calling it a 'dream' for many boys.

Bournemouth bangga hampir ‘gigit’ Liverpool

Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola expressed mixed emotions after their 2-4 Premier League opening loss to Liverpool. Despite the defeat, he was pleased with his team's performance, particularly their fightback to 2-2. Iraola felt they shouldn't have conceded four goals and rued missed opportunities. New Liverpool signing Hugo Ekitike opened the scoring, followed by Cody Gakpo. Antoine Semenyo scored twice to equalize for Bournemouth before Federico Chiesa and Mohamed Salah secured the win for Liverpool.

1.74 juta individu terima manfaat mySalam sejak 2019

Since its 2019 launch, Malaysia's mySalam National Takaful Protection Scheme has benefited 1.74 million individuals, distributing RM1.25 billion in claims. The scheme primarily targets the B40 low-income group, providing cash benefits and health coverage while promoting financial awareness and risk management. A recent carnival in Kuching, officiated by Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof, promoted the scheme alongside the government's RM30 Perlindungan Tenang Voucher (PTV) for two million eligible Malaysians, enhancing protection with additional death benefits redeemable from September 1, 2025.

Hajiji puts trust in Beluran trio ahead of polls

Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor urged Beluran voters to support the Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) coalition in the upcoming state election to maintain political stability and development continuity. He expressed confidence that GRS would retain all three state seats in Beluran (Telupid, Sugut, and Labuk) and cautioned against opposition misinformation. Hajiji praised the incumbent GRS assemblymen and emphasized the importance of unity for their re-election.

PH-GRS electoral talks still ongoing, says Ewon

Discussions between Pakatan Harapan (PH) Sabah and Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) regarding an electoral pact for the upcoming state elections are still in progress, according to PH Sabah chairman Datuk Ewon Benedick. Ewon stated he will refrain from making any announcements until discussions conclude. He emphasized his current focus on ministerial duties rather than politics, highlighting the UDA Carnival's role in supporting local entrepreneurs, particularly through collaboration with Pernas' BizFrancais program.

Mara’s proposed financing scheme can boost Bumiputera role in renewable energy, tech industries

Malaysia's Deputy Minister of Rural and Regional Development, Datuk Rubiah Wang, proposed a dedicated Majlis Amanah Rakyat (Mara) financing scheme for Sarawakian Bumiputera entrepreneurs in technology and green energy. While no official decision has been made, the proposal aims to address the challenge of securing capital in these growing sectors. Rubiah discussed the initiative during a visit to DuriCendol, accompanied by Katibas assemblyman Lidam Assan, emphasizing the need to boost Bumiputera participation in technology and renewable energy.

Youths must upgrade skills to compete in open economy, says Premier

Sarawak Premier Abang Johari stressed the importance of continuous learning for youths to compete in the state's growing open economy, particularly in green energy. He highlighted the government's success in attracting investments and creating new economic opportunities through green energy and natural resource development. Speaking at the Sarawak Education Expo 2025, he emphasized the expo's role in informing students about educational pathways, especially with the increased availability of higher learning institutions in Sarawak.

Nancy Shukri: Stronger reproductive health education needed to curb teenage pregnancies

Malaysia's Women, Family and Community Development Ministry is ramping up efforts to address the rising number of teenage pregnancies. Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri highlighted the importance of comprehensive reproductive health education for both students and parents through programs like 'Pekerti.' A study with UNFPA showed such education could reduce teenage pregnancies significantly. The ministry is also working with various agencies and has proposed expanding reproductive health education in schools. Nancy emphasized the need for family and community support and highlighted programs like KafeTEEN to keep teenagers positively engaged.

Enterprises urged to explore potential of Sabah’s green energy

The Sabah-China Chamber of Commerce hosted a Green Energy and Finance Forum to promote green energy development in Sabah. President Datuk Frankie Liew urged businesses to explore Sabah's green energy potential and leverage green finance opportunities. The forum featured presentations on ESG, green energy technology in Sabah, and green financing services from Hong Leong Bank. The Chamber is committed to fostering Sabah-China cooperation in green energy, new technologies, and emerging industries.

KasihnITa launched in Sarawak to support single mums claiming child maintenance

The Malaysian Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development launched the Kasih Ibu Tunggal (KasihnITa) program in Kuching, Sarawak, to assist single mothers in claiming court-ordered child maintenance. The program provides guidance and support through legal literacy, financial management, and self-development modules. Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri emphasized the importance of empowering single mothers and highlighted the program's national rollout. She also discussed leveraging technology, like AI, for women's empowerment, learned from a recent visit to South Korea, while emphasizing responsible usage.

Ratu lompat tinggi kembali gegar arena

Malaysian high jumper Yap Sean Yee is set to return to competition in the Silk Road to Tokyo tournament in Tashkent, Uzbekistan after a hiatus since June 2024. The 30-year-old aims to regain her SEA Games gold medal, which she first won in 2019, becoming the first Malaysian woman to do so in 40 years. Injuries and the COVID-19 pandemic hampered her performance in recent years, leading to a fourth-place finish at the 2023 SEA Games. Now, she's focused on regaining her form ahead of the 2025 SEA Games in Thailand.

Sehingga RM5 bilion wang rasuah telah dirampas – PM

The Malaysian government has confiscated approximately RM4-5 billion in corruption-related funds over the past year, demonstrating its commitment to combating corruption and promoting good governance. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim highlighted this achievement during the groundbreaking ceremony for Ipoh Sentral, a new transportation hub designed to modernize Ipoh's infrastructure and promote sustainable urban development. The project integrates various transportation modes and aims to reduce reliance on private vehicles.