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PUTRAJAYA, May 29 -- In conjunction with National Journalists’ Day (HAWANA) 2026, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof has conveyed his appreciation to all journalists, media practitioners and media practitioners and broadcasting personnel for their unwavering dedication in delivering accurate, authentic and integrity-driven information to the public. He said journalists play a significant role in strengthening democracy, as well as shaping a knowledgeable and informed society, especially in an increasingly challenging and fast-changing media landscape. “In an increasingly challenging and rapidly changing media landscape, the role of journalists is not only to deliver news but also to act as an important bridge between the people and the government,” he said in a post on his official Facebook in conjunction with HAWANA 2026 today. Fadillah said a free, responsible and ethical media is a strategic partner of the government in ensuring Malaysia’s stability, harmony and continued progress. He also expressed his appreciation for the sacrifices of journalists who are constantly on the ground, including during disasters and crises, ensuring the public receive authentic and balanced information. Fadillah said that in today’s digital era, the spread of false information, slander and sensationalism poses a challenge that requires media professionals to continue upholding the principles of journalism based on facts, integrity and accountability. He said the government always recognises the important role of media institutions in national development, saying that close synergy between the government and media practitioners can help ensure more effective delivery of policies and development agendas to the people. Fadillah expressed hope that the country’s media industry would continue to evolve in line with technological advances, without neglecting the values of ethics, professionalism and humanity. “Journalists are not only recorders of history, but also important individuals in shaping the mindset of society and the country’s future,” he said. The HAWANA 2026 celebration is scheduled to take place in Penang on June 20 with the theme “Media Integrity Strengthens Credibility”, aimed at strengthening the role of media practitioners in national development. The highlight of the annual event to honour the contributions of media practitioners will be officiated by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim at the PICCA Convention Centre @ Arena Butterworth. --BERNAMA

Journalists Play Vital Role In Strengthening Democracy – Fadillah

PUTRAJAYA, May 29 — In conjunction with National Journalists’ Day (HAWANA) 2026, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof has conveyed his appreciation to all journalists, media practitioners and media .... read more

KUALA LUMPUR, 29 May 2026 – Minister of Communications, YB Fahmi Fadzil, represented the Government of Malaysia at the National Day Reception of the Republic of Azerbaijan, held in conjunction with Azerbaijan’s Independence Day celebration. The reception was hosted by His Excellency Irfan Davudov, Ambassador of the Republic of Azerbaijan to Malaysia, and attended by distinguished guests, diplomats, and members of the international community. YB Fahmi Fadzil conveyed Malaysia’s warm congratulations and best wishes to the Government and people of Azerbaijan on the occasion of their Independence Day. He also expressed hope that the bilateral relationship between Malaysia and Azerbaijan will continue to be strengthened through the spirit of friendship, mutual respect, and cooperation for the mutual benefit of both nations. -- MINUTESMY -- SOURCE: FB FAHMI FADZIL

YB Fahmi Fadzil – Malaysia Reaffirms Strong Ties with Azerbaijan at National Day Reception

KUALA LUMPUR, 29 May 2026 – Minister of Communications, YB Fahmi Fadzil, represented the Government of Malaysia at the National Day Reception of the Republic of Azerbaijan, held in conjunction .... read more

KUALA LANGAT, MAY 29 -- Kuala Langat Parliamentary Coordinator and Vice Chief of KEADILAN Kuala Langat, Haridass Ramasamy, yesterday attended the Aidiladha Contribution Distribution Programme and Community Ceramah held in Sijangkang. The programme was organised to provide information and share various initiatives introduced by both the Selangor State Government and the Federal Government with women in the Kuala Langat district. During the event, Haridass expressed his appreciation to the programme director, Jumaah Tajol, who also serves as the Chairperson of Wanita Harmoni Kuala Langat and Secretary of Wanita KEADILAN Kuala Langat Division, for successfully organising the meaningful community programme. He said programmes such as these are important in strengthening ties with the local community while ensuring government assistance and welfare initiatives continue to reach the grassroots level, particularly women and families in Kuala Langat. The event was also held in conjunction with the upcoming Hari Raya Aidiladha celebration and reflected the spirit of unity, care and community engagement among residents. -- MINUTESMY

Haridass Ramasamy Attends Aidiladha Contribution Programme and Community Talk in Sijangkang

KUALA LANGAT, MAY 29 — Kuala Langat Parliamentary Coordinator and Vice Chief of KEADILAN Kuala Langat, Haridass Ramasamy, yesterday attended the Aidiladha Contribution Distribution Programme and Community Ceramah held in .... read more

PERAK, MAY 29 — Perak Fire and Rescue Department Director, Sayani Saidon, visited the Fire Operations Control Post (PKOB) for the Search and Rescue (SAR) operation at Gunung Batu Putih, Kuala Woh, to personally monitor the progress of efforts to locate the missing victim yesterday. An operational briefing was delivered by Assistant Director of Fire and Rescue Operations Division of the Perak Fire and Rescue Department, Sabarodzi Nor Ahmad, regarding the latest developments of the operation, manpower deployment, search sectors, and ongoing actions being carried out at the scene. Her presence at the operation site served as a morale boost and source of encouragement to all rescue personnel who have been tirelessly conducting search efforts despite challenging terrain and unpredictable weather conditions. The SAR operation involves multiple agencies, including the JBPM STORM Team, Fire and Rescue Air Unit, Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM), General Operations Force (PGA), Forestry Department, and the Mountain Search and Rescue Team (MALIM Gunung), all of whom remain committed to ensuring that search efforts are conducted thoroughly and continuously. -- MINUTESMY -- SOURCE: Bomba Perak Official

SAR OPERATION AT GUNUNG BATU PUTIH CONTINUES WITH MULTI-AGENCY SUPPORT

PERAK, MAY 29 — Perak Fire and Rescue Department Director, Sayani Saidon, visited the Fire Operations Control Post (PKOB) for the Search and Rescue (SAR) operation at Gunung Batu Putih, .... read more

KUALA BERANG, May 28 -- A fruit trader drowned while swimming with family members during a picnic at Belukar Bukit Waterfall in Sekayu near here this evening. Hulu Terengganu police chief Supt Sharudin Abdul Wahab identified the victim as Muhammad Zahari Mohd Zain, 26, from Kampung Kelulut, Marang. He said authorities received a report on the incident at 4.22 pm, prompting the Fire and Rescue Department to dispatch a team comprising one officer, three personnel and a fire engine to the scene five minutes later. Initial investigations found that the victim visited the waterfall with 19 family members for a picnic. However, only five of them, including the victim, entered the water while the others remained by the riverbank. “The victim was found unconscious by members of the public at about 5 pm. Medical personnel at the scene later confirmed his death,” he said when contacted today. Sharudin said the victim’s body was taken to the Hulu Terengganu Hospital Forensic Unit for further action. He also advised the public to exercise caution when carrying out recreational activities at waterfall areas due to the current unpredictable weather conditions. -- BERNAMA

Fruit Trader Drowns During Family Outing At Belukar Bukit Waterfall

KUALA BERANG, May 28 — A fruit trader drowned while swimming with family members during a picnic at Belukar Bukit Waterfall in Sekayu near here this evening. Hulu Terengganu police .... read more

MELAKA, May 28 -- A 14-year-old girl, believed to be under the influence of 'mushroom’ vape, slashed her neck and wrists after being stopped by her adoptive mother from meeting her 17-year-old boyfriend at a house in Jonker Walk, Banda Hilir here. Melaka police chief Datuk Dzulkhairi Mukhtar said that in the 10.33 pm incident on Sunday (May 24), the victim, upon being prevented from meeting her boyfriend by her 49-year-old adoptive mother, went into a bedroom on the first floor of the house, before injuring herself with a knife. "The victim was taken to the Melaka Hospital and her condition is reported to be stable,” he said in a statement today. Dzulkhairi said investigations also found that the teenager, who is no longer in school, began to be influenced by the use of the vape after being introduced to it by her boyfriend, a Form Four student, in February. "Investigations are still being conducted on all individuals involved, including the adoptive mother and residents of the house aged between 14 and 17. "The case is being investigated under Section 31(1)(a) of the Child Act 2001 because it is believed that there was an element of negligence or neglect towards the victim,” he said. The media reported on Tuesday (May 26) that the victim was receiving treatment at the Melaka Hospital after being found with slash wounds on her neck at a house in Banda Hilir. -- BERNAMA

Teenager Allegedly Under Influence Of Musrooom Vape Slashes Neck, Wrists

MELAKA, May 28 — A 14-year-old girl, believed to be under the influence of ‘mushroom’ vape, slashed her neck and wrists after being stopped by her adoptive mother from meeting .... read more

KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 -- The MADANI Government remains firm and will not compromise on protecting the safety, welfare, and rights of Malaysians abroad, in line with international legal principles and universal humanitarian values. Minister of Home Affairs Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said that the government demands an immediate, comprehensive, independent, and transparent investigation into the harsh treatment of Malaysian citizens and Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) 2.0 activists detained by Israeli forces during a recent humanitarian mission to Gaza. "The government also demands that the welfare, dignity, and legal rights of all detained activists be fully respected and protected," he said in a post on his Facebook page today. Furthermore, he said the government calls for consistent diplomatic efforts to prevent any escalation of tensions that could threaten international stability and security. "As Malaysians, we are deeply concerned when allegations arise involving harsh physical treatment, elements of intimidation, and the denial of basic rights to the activists involved. "I understand that various parties, including human rights organisations and legal representatives, are currently gathering testimonies and evidence related to the incident," he said. He added that the government will continue to monitor the situation closely and ensure that the interests and safety of Malaysian citizens remain a top priority. A total of 28 Malaysians who participated in the GSF 2.0 humanitarian mission to Gaza and were detained by Israeli forces safely arrived back in the country last Monday. However, another activist, Razman Mat Ali, is reported to be still in Istanbul, Turkiye, receiving treatment after suffering a traumatic pneumothorax (collapsed lung) as a result of being punched by Israeli soldiers during the incident. --BERNAMA

Saifuddin: MADANI Govt Firm On Protecting Malaysians Abroad, Demands Probe Into Gaza Flotilla Abuse

KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 — The MADANI Government remains firm and will not compromise on protecting the safety, welfare, and rights of Malaysians abroad, in line with international legal principles .... read more

KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 -- Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) is no longer a second choice but a preferred option among the younger generation, driven by rising enrolment and high employability rates among graduates. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said as such the government remains committed to strengthening the TVET agenda as a key driver of human capital development and future economic growth. "I hope that the government's efforts through the organisation of National TVET Day will change public perception, showing that it is no longer a second choice but a top career path capable of producing a future generation of professionals, technology creators, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders," he said in a Facebook post today. He added that the nation’s economic future will be driven by a highly skilled workforce, new technologies, and a culture of innovation, which is why empowering TVET remains a priority. Ahmad Zahid said that to strengthen the national vocational education ecosystem, the government has declared June 2 as National TVET Day each year to raise public awareness of the field's importance in building a more progressive, competitive, and skills-based future. He said the National TVET Day 2026 celebration, scheduled to take place at Dataran Putrajaya from June 5 to 7, will bring together educational institutions, industry players, entrepreneurs, youth, and the general public. A variety of programmes are lined up, including technology and innovation exhibitions, a TVET Career Carnival, industry seminars, robotics and Drone Soccer challenges, a Future Skills Showcase, a TVET entrepreneurship platform, and interactive activities for families. Ahmad Zahid said the celebration will also reinforce strategic cooperation between TVET institutions and industry, ensuring talents meet current job-market demands rooted in technology, innovation, and skills. He said that 1,398 TVET institutions nationwide are now a core part of the nation's development. Ahmad Zahid, the National TVET Council chairman, said 229,121 students, or 56.86 per cent of Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) school leavers and equivalents, chose TVET studies, while total enrolment reached 459,558 last year. "What is even prouder is that the country's TVET graduate employability rate rose to 95.9 per cent in 2025 compared to 95.6 per cent the previous year," he said. He said this achievement proves that TVET is not only increasingly accepted by the younger generation but has also successfully produced the highly skilled workforce truly needed by the country's industries and economy. "Let us come together to make National TVET Day 2026 a success," he added. -- BERNAMA

Datuk Seri Dr. Ahmad Zahid TVET No Longer A Second Choice, Increasingly Preferred By Youth

KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 — Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) is no longer a second choice but a preferred option among the younger generation, driven by rising enrolment .... read more

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KOTA KEMUNING , May 28 -- Kota Kemuning assemblyman Preakas Sampunathan has called on the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) to reconsider the university placement of a high-achieving student who was reportedly offered a place in a polytechnic instead of a public university. In a statement issued today, Preakas said he had been informed that the student had secured an offer in the Matriculation Programme at the earliest opportunity, but concerns were raised after she was later offered a course at a polytechnic rather than admission into a public university. He commended the Ministry of Education (MOE) for its continued commitment to supporting deserving students, particularly high achievers, adding that the move reflects the Prime Minister’s assurance that no qualified student should be denied access to further education. However, he stressed that the student’s outstanding academic achievements and proven capabilities make her well-prepared for direct university enrolment. “Denying a university placement to a student of this calibre would not only hinder her personal aspirations, but also represent a missed opportunity for the nation to nurture an outstanding future asset,” he said. Preakas urged MOHE to review the case fairly and compassionately, while appealing for the student’s application to be reconsidered to facilitate placement in a public university that matches her academic excellence. He added that education remains the “ultimate social equaliser” and emphasised the collective responsibility of policymakers and leaders to ensure hardworking and deserving youths are rewarded fairly through the national education system. Preakas also expressed hope for a positive and constructive resolution from MOHE regarding the matter. -- MINUTESMY / DARSINI SARAVANAN

Kota Kemuning Assemblyman Urges MOHE to Reconsider Public University Placement for Top Student

KOTA KEMUNING , May 28 — Kota Kemuning assemblyman Preakas Sampunathan has called on the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) to reconsider the university placement of a high-achieving student who .... read more

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KOTA KINABALU, May 28 -- Police have confirmed receiving a report involving a schoolgirl who was assaulted by a group of teenage girls. A video of the incident has been widely shared on social media since yesterday. Kota Kinabalu acting police chief Supt Syed Lot Syed Abdul Rahman said the police report was lodged by the 13-year-old victim herself at 7.51 am on May 23. "Initial investigations revealed that the incident occurred on May 22 at around 8 am in the Kota Kinabalu district. The victim is believed to have been assaulted by five schoolgirls with their bare hands. "As a result of the incident, the victim sustained bruises on both shoulders and legs, a bruised left ear, and minor scratches on her left knee," he said in a statement today. He said further investigations found that the victim and all suspects were students from different schools here and were believed to have known each other through a WhatsApp group called 'Angel'. Syed Lot said the victim was believed to have been brought to the location by two suspects before being surrounded and assaulted by the group due to a misunderstanding and dissatisfaction. "The victim also claimed that she was threatened not to inform her family members or the police about the incident," he said. He added that several other students and members of the public witnessed the incident before the video of the assault went viral on social media. The case is being investigated under Section 147 of the Penal Code for rioting and under Section 506 for criminal intimidation. -- BERNAMA

Kota Kinabalu Police Confirm Receiving Report Of Schoolgirl Assaulted By Group

KOTA KINABALU, May 28 — Police have confirmed receiving a report involving a schoolgirl who was assaulted by a group of teenage girls. A video of the incident has been .... read more

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PARIS, June 16 -- Vusion (VU - FR0010282822), the global leader in AI-powered digitalization solutions for physical commerce, today announced the expansion of its long-standing partnership with JYSK, one of Europe's leading home furnishing retailers, through a major new agreement supporting the retailer's next phase of store modernization and cloud transformation strategy.   The agreement includes the upgrade of electronic shelf labels across JYSK's already deployed 450 Nordic stores, the roll-out of Vusion solutions in 750 additional stores across Europe, and the full migration of JYSK's legacy on-premise platform to VusionCloud. By 2027, the deployment is expected to scale to approximately 2,500 stores across the Nordic, DACH and BENELUX regions. Through the transition to VusionCloud, JYSK will benefit from a more scalable and centralized platform enabling faster deployment cycles, simplified store operations, improved performance, and greater flexibility to support future retail innovation at scale. The cloud-based architecture will also strengthen operational consistency across markets while reducing infrastructure complexity. The project further reinforces Vusion's strategy to accelerate the migration of its installed base toward cloud-native solutions while deepening long-term customer relationships through operational excellence, local support, and continuous innovation. "JYSK has partnered with Vusion for more than 10 years, and this new agreement reflects both the strength of our collaboration and the value we see in moving to a more advanced cloud-based platform," said Carsten Nørgreen Weinkouff, Executive Vice President Retail Development, Marketing, E-commerce & Omnichannel at JYSK. "As we continue to modernize our stores across Europe, we are investing in solutions that provide greater scalability, operational efficiency, and flexibility for the future. Vusion's technology and teams have consistently demonstrated the reliability and support needed to accompany us at this scale." "This new milestone with JYSK demonstrates the strength of long-term customer partnerships and the accelerating shift toward cloud-native retail platforms," said Sébastien Fourcy, SEVP EMEA at Vusion. "By transitioning to VusionCloud, JYSK gains a scalable infrastructure designed to continuously improve operational efficiency and support innovation across thousands of stores. We are proud to support JYSK with a combination of technology leadership, local execution and long-term commitment." More about Vusion : www.vusion.com  -- PRNewswire -- Source: Vusion  

Vusion extends partnership with JYSK Across Europe

SINGAPORE, June 16, -- Galaxy Data Center ("Galaxy DC") today announced that it has secured US$250 million in an initial strategic financing round from a renowned international investment institution. The proceeds support the company's data center platform development in Southeast Asia, project execution, and deployment of high-density infrastructure for the AI era.    Galaxy DC is strategically leveraging its regional hub in Singapore to advance the multi-country deployment of GW-scale AIDC campuses across Southeast Asia. By employing diversified capital models and industrial ecosystem synergy strategies, the company delivers customized hyperscale AIDC infrastructure services to a broad range of clients. Galaxy DC believes that the demand for AI computing power is reshaping data centers from traditional facility assets toward a new phase of deep collaboration among energy strategy, engineering execution, operational resilience, and customer growth. The company will continue to strengthen its comprehensive capabilities in GW-scale AIDC across technology adaptability, power resources, green energy, localized rapid delivery, and low-carbon operations. It will also further enhance strategic capital partnerships, leveraging diversified capital models to position Southeast Asia as a key hub for global sustainable digital infrastructure. Arthur Yang, Co-founder and CEO of Galaxy DC, said: "This financing further strengthens Galaxy DC's regional platform capabilities. We are seeing rapidly evolving requirements from AI and cloud service clients — focusing not only on capacity, but also on delivery certainty, energy efficiency, operational resilience, and long-term scalability. Galaxy DC remains committed to leveraging cutting-edge, ever-evolving technology and synergistic sustainable energy solutions as its core, building future-ready GW-scale green computing infrastructure for our clients." Representatives from a world-renowned investment institution stated: "Galaxy DC has a clear development path in Southeast Asia as well as differentiated technical capabilities. We see long-term value in the company's high-density, green, and scalable data center platform, and look forward to supporting its role in regional digital infrastructure development." About Galaxy Data Center Galaxy Data Center (Galaxy DC) is a next-generation digital infrastructure platform built for the intelligent era, committed to becoming a continuously evolving global digital service provider. The company focuses on the growing computing demands of artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud computing, with hyperscale AI data centers (AIDCs) at the core of its offering. Galaxy DC builds digital infrastructure that is highly efficient, highly reliable, and highly scalable. Leveraging its unique strengths in sustainable design, resource-efficient deployment, and long-term operations, the company balances rapid compute capacity growth with environmental responsibility and lasting asset value. -- PRNewswire -- Source: Galaxy Data Center

Galaxy Data Center Secures US$250 Million in an Initial Strategic Financing Round to Build Next-Generation Green Compute Infrastructure in Southeast Asia

TANJUNG MALIM, JUNE 16 -- The establishment of a new political party in the country will not affect the chances of Barisan Nasional (BN) in the upcoming Johor and Negeri Sembilan state elections. BN Secretary-General Datuk Seri Zambry Abd Kadir said his party had made thorough preparations to face the two state elections by focusing fully on work in the areas that will be contested. He said that in a democratic system, every party has the right to establish a new political party, but BN remains consistent with the strategy and level of preparedness that has been planned. "UMNO and Johor BN have made thorough preparations. I am confident that the establishment of the new party will not affect BN based on the focus given to the work that has been arranged," he said. He said this to reporters when asked whether the existence of the National Vision Party and the United Malaysia Party (BERSAMA) could threaten BN's position in the Johor and Negeri Sembilan state elections. Earlier, Zambry, who is also the Minister of Higher Education, officiated the National Service Training Pilot Programme (PLKN) 3.0 at the Public University Level before attending the launch of the book titled 'Nahas Gerik: UPSI Berduka' at the Sultan Idris Education University (UPSI) here today. The Johor state election will be held on July 11, while the Negeri Sembilan state election will be held on August 1. The Johor State Legislative Assembly (DUN) has 56 seats with BN controlling 40 seats, followed by Pakatan Harapan (PH) with 12 seats, Perikatan Nasional (PN) with three seats and MUDA with one seat. For the Negeri Sembilan state assembly, PH has 17 out of 36 seats, followed by BN with 14 seats and PN with five seats. -- BERNAMA

BN not threatened by the existence of new political parties – Datuk Seri Zambry Abd Kadir

GEORGE TOWN, JUNE 16 -- Penang is working closely with the Federal Government and security agencies to ensure that the management of nearly 20,022 Rohingya refugees and asylum seekers in the state is carried out in an orderly, registered and controlled manner. Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said that based on data from the United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR) as of August 2023, an estimated 20,022 refugees and asylum seekers from the Rohingya community are in Penang and living in several areas in the state. "They live in the areas of Kepala Batas, Tasek Gelugor, Bagan, Permatang Pauh, Bukit Mertajam, Batu Kawan, Nibong Tebal, Bukit Bendera, Tanjong, Jelutong, Bukit Gelugor, Bayan Baru and Balik Pulau. "The state government has always taken a pragmatic, prudent and responsible approach in dealing with the issue of refugees and asylum seekers in the state, in line with the policies and decisions set by the Federal government," he told reporters after the 26th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of PBA Holdings Bhd (PBAHB) here today. He commented on the current situation and the number of Rohingya communities in Penang. Chow explained that matters relating to the entry of foreigners, recognition of refugee status, border control and immigration enforcement, fall under the jurisdiction of the Federal Government through the Ministry of Home Affairs (KDN), the Malaysian Immigration Department (JIM) and the National Security Council (MKN). Therefore, he said the state government always gives full support to the implementation of MKN Directive No. 23 (Revision 2023), including the Refugee Registration Document (DPP) mechanism which aims to ensure that refugee management is carried out in a more systematic, registered and controlled manner. "The DPP is not seen as a policy to increase the number of refugees in Penang, but as a mechanism for the Federal government to find out who they are, where they are and how they can be monitored more effectively," he said. He also stressed that the state government will not compromise on violations of the law with any criminal activity, misuse of documents, human trafficking, involvement in immoral activities or violations of immigration conditions, which will be dealt with by the authorities in accordance with the provisions of the law in force, without any exceptions. In another development, Chow described the memorandum of understanding (MoU) announced between the United States (US) and Iran to end the conflict between the two countries as a positive development that is expected to benefit the global economy, including Malaysia and Penang. He said the conflicts that had erupted previously had had a significant impact on various sectors of the world economy including energy supply, logistics, commodity prices and global supply chains due to geopolitical uncertainties. On Sunday, US President Donald Trump announced that a deal with Iran had been finalized and he ordered the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and the lifting of US naval blockades. -- BERNAMA

Penang to cooperate with Federation to handle issue of 20,022 Rohingya refugees – Chow

ISTANBUL, JUNE 16 -- FIFA said on Monday that it found no evidence of a breach of the FIFA Disciplinary Code after Video Assistant Referee (VAR) official Shaun Evans made a hand signal before a recent World Cup match, Anadolu Ajansi reported. "FIFA's Independent Disciplinary Committee can confirm that after examining the matter involving Video Assistant Referee (VAR) officer Shaun Evans, it found no evidence of a breach of the FIFA Disciplinary Code," the organisation said. Evans, an Australian official, was seen on the broadcast of Germany's match against Curacao on Sunday making the "OK" hand sign, a gesture associated with white supremacy and classified as a hate symbol by the Anti-Defamation League in 2019. Evans strongly denied any malicious intent, describing the move as an "unconscious and unintentional reflex". He expressed regret over the perception that arose following the gesture, but stressed that he did not make the symbol "knowingly or intentionally", which first gained attention after it was used by attackers in the Christchurch mosque incident in 2019 that killed 51 Muslims. -- BERNAMA-ANADOLU

World Cup: Referee hand signal controversy, no evidence of disciplinary code violation – FIFA