Friday, 17 April 2026

Author: Bernama

Elton John warns AI plans ‘threaten’ artist earnings, backs McCartney

LONDON: Elton John has warned that artificial intelligence (AI) will “dilute and threaten young artists’ earnings even further” as he backed Paul McCartney’s criticism of a proposed overhaul of UK copyright law, reported German news agency (dpa). The use of copyrighted material to help train artificial intelligence models is the

Perak run riot against Kelantan with 7-0 thrashing

KUALA LUMPUR: Perak FC climbed to the fifth spot in the Super League after thrashing Kelantan Darul Naim FC 7-0 at the Manjung Municipal Council Stadium last night. The home team’s star player, Clayton Da Silva, stole the spotlight by netting four goals in a match dominated by The Bos

PBB accepts no-contest motion for top five positions: Nanta

KUCHING: The Supreme Council of Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) has accepted a no-contest motion from all 82 of its branches in Sarawak for its top five positions in their upcoming general assembly, scheduled from Feb 14 to 16. Speaking at a press conference following the council’s meeting last night,

MAPSU calls for in-depth study non-office working hours

KUALA LUMPUR: The Ministry of Health Malaysia (MOH) has been urged to conduct a comprehensive study on the Non-Office Working Hours for all healthcare workers. The Health Ministry’s main employees’ union, MAPSU (Majlis Gabungan Presiden dan Setiausaha Agung Kesatuan Sekerja) secretary, Reostam Dhazar, said this is because healthcare workers, particularly

Malaysia-China relationship goes beyond trade and investment – PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s relationship with China goes beyond trade and investment, encompassing mutual understanding and respect for the cultures and civilisations of both countries, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. The prime minister said this unique aspect of Malaysia-China’s ties must be nurtured alongside economic collaboration.  “During my conversation

Airfare subsidy during festive season has reduce people’s grievance – Loke

SEPANG: The government’s decision to extend subsidies to ensure the success of the airfare initiative during festive seasons has helped reduce people’s grievances about high airline ticket prices, said Transport Minister Anthony Loke.  Loke said the success was proven after a year when the MADANI government implemented subsidies in conjunction

JDT near 11th consecutive super league title win over terengganu

KUALA LUMPUR: Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) are on the brink of creating history by clinching their 11th consecutive Super League title after a crucial 1-0 victory over Terengganu FC at the Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin Stadium in Kuala Nerus tonight. Spanish import midfielder Juan Muniz emerged as the hero for

India and Indonesia sign agreements to boost trade and security relations

By Shakir Husain NEW DELHI: India and Indonesia on Saturday signed a number of agreements, including one to boost maritime security cooperation, to expand their relations. The memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the Indian Coast Guard and Indonesia’s maritime security agency Bakamla was one of the MOUs exchanged after talks

FAM seeks Gov’t nod for players

KUALA LUMPUR: The Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) is awaiting the green light from the government to secure citizenship for four new heritage players for Harimau Malaya. In a statement yesterday, FAM said it is completing documentation for four other players. “FAM extends its gratitude to the Malaysian government for