COLOMBO : Sri Lanka’s anti-corruption authorities arrested a former minister from the influential Rajapaksa family on Wednesday. Shasheendra Rajapaksa, nephew of ex-presidents Mahinda and Gotabaya Rajapaksa, was detained over alleged illegal compensation claims. The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) stated he coerced officials into paying for damages on state-owned land. “He misused state land, claimed compensation he was not entitled to, and committed the offence of corruption,“ CIABOC said in a statement. This marks the first Rajapaksa arrest since President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s government took office in September 2024. The government had pledged to investigate corruption linked to the Rajapaksa family’s rule. Sri Lanka faced its worst economic crisis in 2022, leading to Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s ousting amid mass protests. Shasheendra’s cousins, Namal and Yoshitha Rajapaksa, are also facing money laundering charges. Yoshitha claimed funds came from a gem gift, but the elderly relative could not verify the source. Mahinda Rajapaksa’s brother-in-law, Nishantha Wickramasinghe, was charged for losses at SriLankan Airlines. Basil Rajapaksa, another brother and former minister, is also embroiled in money laundering allegations. - AFP

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PUTRAJAYA : The Attorney General Chambers will continue defending the judiciary against unwarranted attacks to preserve the integrity of judicial processes. Attorney General Tan Sri Mohd Dusuki Mokhtar emphasised the AGC’s active role in judicial reforms to enhance independence and efficiency. He stated that the relationship between the judiciary and AGC is built on mutual respect and shared responsibility. Mohd Dusuki highlighted the AGC’s duty as officers of the court to uphold the rule of law, not merely secure convictions. He made these remarks during a special ceremony honouring newly appointed Chief Justice Datuk Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh. The judiciary operates in a dynamic legal environment shaped by global trends and public expectations, he noted. Mohd Dusuki stressed the need for the judiciary to balance tradition with innovation for effective legal reforms. He underscored the judiciary’s role in maintaining checks and balances among government branches. The doctrine of separation of powers prevents excessive authority in any single branch, he added. Mohd Dusuki praised Chief Justice Wan Ahmad Farid’s recusal in Najib Razak’s QC application as a testament to judicial independence. The AGC remains committed to defending Malaysia’s legal system and collaborating with the judiciary. Mohd Dusuki assured efforts to improve judicial procedures without compromising integrity. The legal service stands ready to support the Chief Justice in administering justice with fairness. Malaysian Bar president Datuk Mohamad Ezri Abdul Wahab acknowledged the Chief Justice’s pivotal leadership role. He emphasised the need for principled leadership amid political and social challenges to democracy. Mohamad Ezri expressed confidence in the Chief Justice’s ability to uphold judicial resilience. The judiciary safeguards the Federal Constitution and citizens’ fundamental rights, he concluded. – Bernama

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MNU tolak cadangan lantikan tenaga kerja sektor perubatan dari luar negara.

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SINGAPURA – Seorang doktor kosmetik berusia 40 tahun mengaku bersalah atas empat pertuduhan jenayah dilakukan terhadap bekas kekasihnya yang pernah menjadi pengurus kliniknya, lapor portal berita MSNews hari ini.   Pertuduhan itu melibatkan melibatkan ugutan untuk menyebarkan gambar intim, penahanan secara tidak sah, penggunaan kekerasan jenayah dan menyebabkan kecederaan. Dr. Chua Cheng Yu yang merupakan pengasas ... Read more The post Doktor mengaku salah ugut bekas kekasih appeared first on Kosmo Digital .

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HAPCHEON, Aug 6 — Bae Kyung-mi was five years old when the Americans dropped “Little Boy”, the atomic...

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WASHINGTON, Aug 6 —  As the United States ramps up tariffs on major trading partners globally, President Dona...

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WASHINGTON, Aug 6 — Donald Trump is pulling hard on the levers of power to strengthen Republicans through redistri...

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BATU PAHAT, Aug 6 — In a corner of the Arena Warna complex in Ayer Hitam — a popular spot for traditional ha...

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SKUAD ragbi tujuh sebelah lelaki (7s) Bawah 20 Tahun (B-20) negara meletakkan sasaran mara ke pentas final pada kejuaraan Ragbi Asia 7s B-20 di Bihar, India pada 9 dan 10 Ogos ini.Pengendali Bunga Raya 7s B-20, Syed Shazril Syed Mahadzir berkata, sasaran itu dianggap realistik berdasarkan kekuatan barisan pemain negara yang terdiri daripada pelajar Sekolah Sukan Tunku Mahkota Ismail (SSTMI)."Alhamdulillah, jika dilihat pada undian, China dilihat sebagai pencabar utama kumpulan. Bagaimanapun, kami tidak akan memandang ringan cabaran Kazakhstan dan Uzbekistan yang memiliki kelebihan tersendiri dari segi fizikal."Skuad Bunga Raya B-20 akan berikan persembahan terbaik dalam setiap perlawanan. Kami perlu fokus satu perlawanan demi satu," katanya kepada Sukan Sinar.Malaysia sebelum itu diundi dalam Kumpulan B bersama Kazakhstan, China dan Uzbekistan.Untuk rekod, skuad Bunga Raya B-20 muncul naib juara edisi 2023 di Kathmandu, Nepal, manakala juara bertahan, Hong Kong, berada dalam Kumpulan A bersama tuan rumah India, Emiriah Arab Bersatu (UAE) dan Sri Lanka.Menurut Syed Shazril, sasaran awal adalah melepasi saingan peringkat kumpulan dan mara ke separuh akhir, namun impian utama pasukan adalah melangkah ke perlawanan akhir."Lolos ke separuh akhir adalah matlamat utama, tetapi kami berimpian untuk mara ke final. Ini hasrat bersama seluruh pasukan," katanya.Tambahnya, skuad negara turut menerima sentuhan taktikal dan motivasi daripada bekas ketua jurulatih Bunga Raya 7s, Saizul Hafifi, yang membantu memperkemas aspek persiapan fizikal, mental dan emosi pemain."Keserasian antara pemain menjadi kekuatan utama pasukan ini kerana mereka datang daripada SSTMI dan sudah lama bermain bersama."Gabungan ini terbukti apabila kami muncul juara Perlis 7s selepas menewaskan Sekolah Sukan Malaysia Pahang dan menewaskan pasukan Sukma Kedah di Kelantan 7s," katanya.

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Jawatankuasa Kira-Kira Wang Negara (PAC) telah memulakan prosiding berhubung pengurusan kawalan harga dan subsidi minyak masak di bawah Kementerian Perdagangan dalam Negeri dan Kos Sara Hidup (KPDN).

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TOKYO : Japan will begin importing Ford F-150 pickup trucks under a revised trade agreement with the US. US President Donald Trump confirmed the deal, stating Japan will accept US vehicle safety standards. The new arrangement includes a 15% reciprocal tariff, down from a previously threatened 25%. Trump praised the deal in a CNBC interview, calling the F-150 “very beautiful” and predicting strong sales. Japanese automakers sell millions of cars in the US annually, but American vehicles remain rare in Japan. Ford exited the Japanese market nearly a decade ago due to low demand for large vehicles. The F-150’s width of 2.4 metres makes it impractical for many Japanese roads. Disagreements persist over when Japan’s 27.5% auto tariffs will drop to 15%. A recent US executive order suggested the 15% cap applies only to the EU, not Japan. Japan’s tariffs envoy Ryosei Akazawa is in Washington to clarify the agreement’s details. Akazawa aims to ensure the US implements the tariff changes by Thursday as planned. Trump also claimed Japan would invest $550 billion in the US, retaining 90% of profits. Japanese officials clarified the investment would mostly involve loans and guarantees. - AFP

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KUALA LUMPUR: Jabatan Pendidikan Politeknik dan Kolej Komuniti (JPPKK) telah mengadakan majlis flag-off bagi meraikan Pasukan Robotik POLYCC yang akan berlepas ke Daegu, Korea sempena Kejohanan 30th FIRA RoboWorld Cup and Summit 2025 yang akan berlangsung mulai 11 hingga 15 Ogos 2025. Majlis telah disempurnakan oleh Timbalan Menteri Pendidikan Tinggi. Datuk Ts. Mustapha Sakmud. Seramai ... Read more The post Pasukan FIRA POLYCC Malaysia ke FIRA Roboworld Cup and Summit di Daegu, Korea Selatan appeared first on Utusan Malaysia .

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KUALA LUMPUR : Selebriti dan pereka fesyen, Karl Syafek, 45, mengakui pernah melalui kekecewaan dalam percintaan namun tidak menyebut siapakah bekas kekasihnya itu. Menurut Karl atau nama sebenarnya Khairul Syafek Ibrahim, dia bagaimanapun enggan larut terlalu lama dengan perasaan tersebut dan memilih untuk mencurahkan segala emosi itu melalui karya dan rekaan busana. “Sebenarnya saya puas ... Read more The post Pernah kecewa, tetapi tak akan asyik nak meroyan sahaja – Karl Syafek appeared first on Utusan Malaysia .

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KUALA KRAI – Tiga beranak nyaris maut selepas kereta yang mereka naiki terbabas sebelum terbakar di Kilometer 58, Jalan Kuala Krai-Kota Bharu dekat Kampung Air Keroh, di sini hari ini. Dalam kejadian kira-kira pukul 4.50 petang itu, ketiga-tiga ahli keluarga yang berusia dalam lingkungan 11 hingga 50 tahun itu hanya cedera ringan apabila mereka sempat ... Read more The post Tiga beranak nyaris maut nahas kereta terbakar appeared first on Kosmo Digital .

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SEREMBAN : A teenage boy was killed in a hit-and-run accident while riding his motorcycle to work early this morning. The incident occurred at 6.45 am along Jalan Temiang near the Bukit Jong junction. Seremban police chief ACP Mohamad Hatta Che Din confirmed the 17-year-old victim suffered severe head injuries and died at the scene. “The collision occurred when the victim, who worked at a petrol station, was riding his Honda RS motorcycle from Temiang towards Seremban. Upon reaching the scene, a Mercedes-Benz driven by a 27-year-old man is believed to have gone out of control and veered into the opposite lane before colliding head-on with the victim,” he said in a statement today. The driver fled the scene, leaving his car behind. Police are actively searching for the suspect and have urged the public to assist. Anyone with information is asked to contact investigating officer Insp G Sankar at 014-6000353 or the nearest police station. The case is being investigated under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987. – Bernama

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GEORGE TOWN : The Penang government has asked Hartasuma Sdn Bhd to study a proposed cable car route linking the Botanical Gardens to Gurney Bay. Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said the study is in its early stages, and the state will assess its viability. “Gurney Bay is another iconic tourist attraction, therefore it makes sense to connect the Botanical Gardens with Gurney Bay via cable car as well.” He added that the 2.5-kilometre route could become a major tourism draw if feasible. Chow clarified that no final decision has been made on the implementing company yet. Hartasuma, a local rail industry expert, partnered with Doppelmayr Seilbahnen GmbH for the Penang Hill cable car project. The Penang Hill project, awarded via a Public-Private Partnership, will transport 1,400 passengers hourly. The 2.73-kilometre route includes three stations: Garden Station, Turn Station, and Hill Station. A multi-storey car park and commercial plaza are also part of the development. – Bernama

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