Wednesday, 16 July 2025

Author: Bernama

Gareth Bale reveals ‘brand new offer’ to buy Cardiff

LONDON, England: Gareth Bale revealed that the investment group he is working with has tabled a new offer to take full control of football club, Cardiff, PA Media/dpa reported. Former Wales, Tottenham Hotspur and Real Madrid star, Bale, 35, believes he is the right person to lead the League One

Bangladesh gains China, Canada backing on investment, aid

KUALA LUMPUR: China and Canada have expressed interest in strengthening cooperation with Bangladesh in trade, investment and humanitarian aid, particularly in supporting the displaced Rohingya population, according to the Bangladesh High Commission in Malaysia. It said the matter was conveyed by Chinese Foreign Minister, Wang Yi, and his Canadian counterpart,

US engages ASEAN countries, open to tariff rate adjustment

KUALA LUMPUR: The United States (US) is holding active discussions with several countries at the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AMM) to push for further progress on US reciprocal tariffs. US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, said the door remains open to adjusting tariffs, with the US actively engaging with

‘CEO Batu’ faces new charge for possessing pornographic videos

KUALA LUMPUR: After being charged in the Ampang Sessions Court for alleged sexual assault, a social media influencer, known as ‘CEO Batu’, was once again brought before the court today. He was charged for possessing pornographic videos and images on his mobile phones two months ago. Muhamad Iqbal Muhamad Nor,

Seven nations in bilateral talks with Anwar

PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today held a series of bilateral meetings with senior leaders and representatives from seven countries and international entities. They were held at the Prime Minister’s Office on the sidelines of the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AMM) and related meetings currently taking place

Ukraine seeks stronger sanctions, Marshall Plan-style aid

ROME, Italy: Visiting Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelensky, on Thursday called on the international community to impose tougher sanctions on Russia and increase support for Ukraine’s post-conflict reconstruction, reported Xinhua. Speaking at the Ukraine Recovery Conference in Rome, Zelensky emphasised the need for enhanced air defence capabilities to counter Russia’s attacks.

Rebranding NADI to NADI MADANI reflects expanded role

GENEVA, Switzerland: The rebranding of the National Information Dissemination Centre (NADI) to NADI MADANI, scheduled for implementation this September, is in line with the expansion of the centre’s functions, said Communications Minister, Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. He said that in line with the rebranding initiative, several new features will be introduced,

Trader loses over RM500,000 in online job scam

KUALA TERENGGANU: A trader lost RM500,639.50 after falling victim to an online job scam syndicate offering fake part-time work with high commissions. Kuala Terengganu police chief ACP Azli Mohd Noor said the 38-year-old victim was approached on May 14 by a Facebook contact known as Nabila Puteri, who offered him

Anwar extends birthday wishes to Dr Mahathir on his 100th

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has extended well-wishes to former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad on the occasion of his 100th birthday. In a Facebook post today, Anwar also described Dr Mahathir’s healthy lifestyle and lifelong service as an example to a nation that is growing older.

Lesotho declares state of disaster due to high unemployment

CAPE TOWN, South Africa/ISTANBUL, Turkiye: Lesotho has declared a two-year state of disaster due to high unemployment following United States (US) President Donald Trump’s decision in April to impose a 50 per cent tariff on imports from the African nation. According to Anadolu Ajansi (AA), Deputy Prime Minister Nthomeng Majara