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ALOR SETAR -- A total of 99,128 ferry tickets from Kuala Kedah and Kuala Perlis to Langkawi and vice versa have been sold so far in conjunction with the Aidiladha celebrations and school holidays. Langkawi Ferry Line Ventures Sdn Bhd Consortium Operations Manager Lieutenant Commander (Retd) Norhafiz Abdul Wahid said 120 normal trips were planned and 53 additional trips were available from May 21 to June 7. "It is estimated that 100,000 visitors will use the passenger ferry service by entering both routes, namely Langkawi-Kuala Kedah-Langkawi and Langkawi-Kuala Perlis-Langkawi. A total of 99,128 tickets have been sold through online ticket sales, counters and reservations. "Passenger ferry operations begin from 7am to 7pm and will be extended until 10pm subject to high demand for online ticket sales," he said in a statement today. He said that despite the global geopolitical crisis and high fuel costs, it did not affect visitors from entering the legendary island by choosing holiday packages available in Langkawi. "To avoid tickets running out, visitors are advised to purchase tickets online via the Cuti-Cuti Langkawi application. "We will ensure that passenger ferry operations are on high alert throughout the school holiday and Aidiladha season," he said. -- BERNAMA

99,128 ferry tickets for Kuala Kedah, Kuala Perlis and Langkawi sold in conjunction with Aidiladha, school holidays

ALOR SETAR — A total of 99,128 ferry tickets from Kuala Kedah and Kuala Perlis to Langkawi and vice versa have been sold so far in conjunction with the Aidiladha .... read more

LABUAN, May 25 -- A 37-year-old man was charged in the Magistrate's Court here today with the murder of his two-month-old daughter at a house in Kampung Bukit Kuda early this month. No plea was recorded from the accused, Azmi Amat, after the charge was read before Magistrate Dr Melissa Chia Pui Fung. According to the facts of the case, the incident came to light after police were alerted by Labuan Hospital at about 2.40 am on May 9 regarding a two-month-old baby girl brought to the hospital, suspected to be a victim of abuse. The infant later died while receiving treatment. A post-mortem examination revealed that the baby had serious head injuries caused by blunt force trauma, as well as several rib fractures. The man was charged under Section 302 of the Penal Code, which carries the death penalty or imprisonment of between 30 and 40 years and, if not sentenced to death, not fewer than 12 strokes of the cane, upon conviction. The court fixed June 23 for remention. -- BERNAMA

Father Charged With Murder of Two-month-old Daughter In Labuan

LABUAN, May 25 — A 37-year-old man was charged in the Magistrate’s Court here today with the murder of his two-month-old daughter at a house in Kampung Bukit Kuda early .... read more

HULU SELANGOR, May 25 -- The search and rescue (SAR) operation for a 19-year-old girl believed to have gone missing during a hiking activity at Bukit Changkat Asa here entered its third day today, with the search radius expanded to 0.5 square kilometres. Kuala Kubu Bharu fire station chief Azliza Ahmad told Bernama at the scene that as of noon today, the operations were focused on the eastern area of the Incident Command Post (PKTK) using the sweeping technique. She said a total of 90 personnel, comprising members of various security agencies and volunteers, were involved in the operation, which was also assisted by three K9 units - two from JBPM and one from the Royal Malaysia Police. “Today’s operation also involves the use of drone units from the Selangor Government Disaster Management Unit,” she said. Azliza added that agencies involved in the operation included the Malaysia Defence Force (APM), the Forestry Department, the Department of Wildlife and National Parks Peninsular Malaysia (Perhilitan), and the Forestry Mountain Guide Association. According to her, the Bukit Changkat Asa hiking trail involves an 800-metre route to the summit, which stands at a height of 267 metres, with hikers using the same trail for the descent. “So far, no new leads have been found, and the SAR team is relying solely on information obtained from the victim’s family in the search efforts,” she said. The media previously reported that Nur Izzati Humaira Azizul, was believed to have gone missing while descending the hill with her family after deciding to walk ahead alone because she felt hot and tired at about 10.50 am last Saturday. The victim was last seen wearing a long brown headscarf, a dark green long-sleeved shirt, black trousers, and blue shoes. Meanwhile, local resident Khalidah Khalil said hiking activities at the hill are often popular among the public, especially on weekends, including among students from Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) and families, adding that such an incident had never occurred before. Khalidah, who has climbed the hill nine times, described the trail as relatively easy, while Bernama’s observation found that the track at the location was clearly visible, free from thick undergrowth, and surrounded by trees that were not overly tall. The victim’s family members were also present at the PKTK to follow developments in the search operation, but declined to be interviewed by the media. -- BERNAMA

SAR Team Expands Search Radius For Missing Teen Hiker At Bukit Changkat Asa

HULU SELANGOR, May 25 — The search and rescue (SAR) operation for a 19-year-old girl believed to have gone missing during a hiking activity at Bukit Changkat Asa here entered .... read more

PUTRAJAYA, May 25 -- The government will table a proposal at the National Economic Action Council (MTEN) to extend the subsidised diesel fleet card system to 17,000 agricultural machinery service providers in a bid to lower paddy cultivation costs. Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu said the proposed initiative involves an allocation of about RM200 million. He said the proposal covers agricultural machinery operators, including those providing tractor, harvester, and fertiliser spreader services, who play an essential role in the country’s paddy cultivation chain. "The majority of paddy farmers rely on these agricultural service providers. Therefore, this matter will be brought to MTEN," he told reporters after launching the Kebuniti Agriculture Information Centre, known as Gardentopia, here today. Mohamad said the move was proposed following an increase in operational costs, particularly diesel costs, which affected machinery service providers and, indirectly, burdened paddy farmers. Malaysian Farmers' Brotherhood Organisation (PeSAWAH) chairman Abdul Rashid Yob reportedly said that paddy farmers are currently struggling with rising operational costs, which have dampened their motivation to continue cultivation. -- BERNAMA

Diesel Fleet Card Proposal For 17,000 Agri-Providers To Go To MTEN

PUTRAJAYA, May 25 — The government will table a proposal at the National Economic Action Council (MTEN) to extend the subsidised diesel fleet card system to 17,000 agricultural machinery service .... read more

KUALA LUMPUR, MAY 25 -- Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said the MADANI Government will continue the BUDI MADANI: BUDI Agri-Komoditi initiative to help small farmers, entrepreneurs and vulnerable groups facing economic pressures caused by global supply chain disruptions and rising living costs. In a statement following the National Economic Action Council (MTEN) meeting today, Anwar said the meeting heard important presentations from the Ministry of Health (MOH) and the Ministry of Agriculture and Commodities (KPK) regarding the increasingly challenging global supply chain crisis. He said the government understands the struggles faced by the people amid rising prices and global economic uncertainty, stressing that assistance must continue to ensure the welfare of those most affected. “On that consideration, the Government agrees to continue the BUDI MADANI: BUDI Agri-Komoditi initiative in helping small farmers, entrepreneurs and vulnerable groups who are the backbone of the country’s economy,” he said. Anwar added that the government is also giving serious attention to the healthcare sector, particularly in ensuring the stability of medicine supplies nationwide. According to him, the overall supply of medicines in the country remains stable for now, but the Ministry of Health will continue monitoring stock chain challenges and price fluctuations closely to prevent the rakyat from being burdened by shortages or sudden increases in costs. The Prime Minister stressed that the MADANI Government remains committed to safeguarding the welfare of the people despite ongoing global economic challenges. “Whatever the challenges may come, the MADANI Government will continue to work hard, act with courtesy and ensure the welfare of the people is always the nation’s top priority,” he said. -- MINUTESMY -- SOURCE: FB ANWAR IBRAHIM

MADANI Government Continues BUDI Agri-Komoditi Initiative Amid Global Supply Chain Challenges – PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, MAY 25 — Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said the MADANI Government will continue the BUDI MADANI: BUDI Agri-Komoditi initiative to help small farmers, entrepreneurs and vulnerable groups facing .... read more

KUALA LUMPUR -- A total of 11 men were arraigned in the Sessions Court here today on charges of being members of an organised crime group known as the "RT6 Gang" from 2020. A. Raja Ratanam, K. Sunthreson, C. Vijaya Kumar, N. Nadarajah, T. Raman, R. Vijayan, M. Kumaaran, N. Harichandran, S. Maran, Suwaran Singh Minder Singh and Mohammad Atif Khan Mohammad Ali Khan, aged 22 to 48, nodded in understanding after the charges were read out separately before Judge Izralizam Sanusi. No confession was recorded from them as the case falls under the jurisdiction of the High Court. According to the charges, they are alleged to have been members of the "RT6 Gang" organised crime group in the Sentul district between 14 Jan 2020 and 27 April 2026. The charge was brought under Section 130V(1) of the Penal Code which provides for a minimum prison sentence of five years and a maximum of 20 years, if convicted. The court did not grant them bail and set June 24 for the case to be mentioned again for the submission of documents. The prosecution was conducted by Deputy Public Prosecutors Lokman Kasim and Yazid Mustaqim Roslan. At the proceedings, the defense was lined up by lawyers Datuk Rajpal Singh, Eu Kah Mun, M. Mathaven, Grace Francis, Muhammad Izzhar Idris, S. Kirthen, S. Premila and Kelvin Francis. Only Nadarajah and Raman were not represented by lawyers. Yesterday, the media reported that the Narcotics Criminal Investigation Department successfully dismantled a drug trafficking syndicate known as the RT Gang through action under the Special Security Measures Act 2012. Narcotics Criminal Investigation Department director Datuk Hussein Omar Khan said the syndicate is believed to have been active in drug processing and distribution activities as well as violent crimes around the Klang Valley since 2020. -- BERNAMA

11 men charged with being members of the RT6 Gang organised crime group

KUALA LUMPUR — A total of 11 men were arraigned in the Sessions Court here today on charges of being members of an organised crime group known as the “RT6 .... read more

SIK -- A mechanic was again brought to court today on three charges of possessing firearms, ammunition and imitation weapons, earlier this month. Mohd Shahifuldin Mohd Shahiran, 46, pleaded not guilty to all charges before Sessions Court Judge Rohaida Ishak here. For the first charge, he was charged with possessing a Remington Model 1100 rifle made in the United States without a valid license or permit at a house in Kampung Luar Siong, Baling at about 6pm on May 6. The charge was brought under Section 8 of the Firearms (Heavier Penalties) Act 1971 which provides for a maximum prison sentence of 14 years and whipping of not less than six strokes, if convicted. The man was also charged with possessing 156 live ammunition of various types without a valid license or permit at the same time and date. For the offence, the charge was made under Section 8(a) of the Firearms Act 1960 which carries a maximum prison sentence of seven years or a fine not exceeding RM10,000 or both, if convicted. In addition, Mohd Shahifuldin was charged with possessing an imitation pistol labeled Glock 19 Gen 4 made in Austria along with a magazine of bullets without a valid reason at the location on the same time and date. For the offence, the charge was made under Section 36 of the Arms Act 1960 which provides for a maximum prison sentence of one year or a fine of up to RM5,000 or both, if convicted. The prosecution was conducted by Deputy Public Prosecutor Nurul Nadia Jamal, while the man was not represented by a lawyer. The court did not grant bail and set July 12 for mention of the case. On May 13, Mohd Shahifuldin pleaded not guilty at the Sessions Court and Magistrate's Court in Baling to five charges related to possession of firearms, ammunition and imitation weapons. -- BERNAMA

Mechanic again charged with possession of firearms, ammunition, imitation weapons

SIK — A mechanic was again brought to court today on three charges of possessing firearms, ammunition and imitation weapons, earlier this month. Mohd Shahifuldin Mohd Shahiran, 46, pleaded not .... read more

PUTRAJAYA -- The Road Transport Department (JPJ) has agreed to restore the online vehicle transfer of title (THM) transaction service immediately and any system delays for improvements will be implemented during this long holiday weekend. Transport Minister Anthony Loke said the decision was reached as a result of discussions with RTD Director-General Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli, following media reports regarding the suspension of the service last night. "JPJ has informed the Ministry of Transport (MOT) regarding abuse and fraud occurring in the title transfer system, resulting in liabilities that need to be borne by JPJ. Therefore, JPJ needs to make improvements to the online system immediately. "However, I have advised JPJ to ensure that the system improvement work does not disrupt the daily affairs of ordinary users and does not cause major congestion at JPJ offices," he said in a post on Facebook today. The media previously reported the temporary suspension of all online vehicle THM transactions effective today, involving all digital channels including public portals, kiosks and its business partners MyEG and eAuto Sdn Bhd. -- BERNAMA

JPJ agrees to return THM services online immediately – Loke

PUTRAJAYA — The Road Transport Department (JPJ) has agreed to restore the online vehicle transfer of title (THM) transaction service immediately and any system delays for improvements will be implemented .... read more

PUTRAJAYA -- The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (KPKM) will immediately obtain a report from the Federal Agricultural Marketing Authority (FAMA) regarding the alleged increase in vegetable prices in Kelantan to RM2 per kilogram. Minister of Agriculture and Food Security Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu said that so far there has been no sudden increase in vegetable prices in most areas, including the Klang Valley, except for certain types of vegetables. "In Kelantan, we will monitor (the prices). I will request a report from FAMA immediately today," he told reporters after launching the Kebuniti Agricultural Information Centre or Gardentopia, here today. Mohamad was commenting on reports of increased vegetable prices in several markets in Kelantan, which have increased by up to RM2 per kilogram due to prolonged hot weather and rising diesel costs. Commenting on the issue of food inflation, although it remained stable, Mohamad said the increase in fertilizer prices, which was one of the factors increasing the cost of raw supplies, was a global challenge facing many countries. He said the issue was also discussed at the international level, including by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) following conflicts in several areas producing raw materials such as phosphate. "It is predicted worldwide that this fertilizer issue will be a problem because the disputed area is involved in phosphate issues and so on. The government will intervene from time to time according to our government's capabilities," he said. Meanwhile, Mohamad assured that the current supply of fertilizer in Malaysia is still sufficient, although agricultural input prices are expected to continue to be monitored over the next two to three months. "Supply is sufficient...we just have to look at the price in the next two to three months. Regarding supply in Malaysia, Alhamdulillah, we at the ministry see that the situation is sufficient. We just monitor the price from time to time," he said. -- BERNAMA

No sudden increase in vegetable prices, situation continues to be monitored – Mohamad Sabu

PUTRAJAYA — The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (KPKM) will immediately obtain a report from the Federal Agricultural Marketing Authority (FAMA) regarding the alleged increase in vegetable prices in .... read more

JOHOR BAHRU, May 25 — Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has congratulated 49 Community Developers in the field of KEMAS Culinary Skills for their outstanding achievement at the World Chefs Championship 2026 held in Johor Bahru from May 21 to 23, yesterday. Zahid described the team’s success in bringing home 48 medals from the international-level competition, which involved participants from more than 40 countries, as an extraordinary accomplishment that should make all Malaysians proud. He also expressed appreciation to all participants, instructors, coaches and KEMAS personnel for their hard work, passion and dedication in representing Malaysia on the global stage. According to him, the achievement showcased Malaysia’s local culinary identity to the world through the creativity and skills demonstrated by KEMAS participants, ranging from traditional cuisine to modern culinary arts that received international recognition. Zahid said the success proved that skills training institutions under the Ministry of Rural and Regional Development (KKDW) remain relevant in producing highly skilled talents capable of competing internationally. He added that the accomplishment would further elevate the reputation of KEMAS Community Developers in the culinary field and inspire more young people to pursue skills-based education as a promising future career path. Zahid also encouraged KEMAS personnel to continue striving for excellence and bringing honour to Malaysia internationally. -- MINUTESMY -- SOURCE: FB ZAHID HAMIDI

Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi Congratulates KEMAS Team For Winning 48 Medals At World Chefs Championship 2026

JOHOR BAHRU, May 25 — Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has congratulated 49 Community Developers in the field of KEMAS Culinary Skills for their outstanding achievement at the World .... read more

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KUALA LUMPUR, JUNE 17 -- The arrival of 1 Muharram was welcomed with full appreciation and repentance when Muslims across the country last night gathered at mosques and suraus to join in various spiritual activities in conjunction with Maal Hijrah 1448H/2026M. Among the programs held were the recitation of Yasin, prayers at the end and beginning of the Hijri year, congregational prayers, tazkirah and munajat attended by worshippers of all ages, thus marking the beginning of a new chapter in the Islamic calendar. The celebration not only commemorates the migration of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), but also serves as a platform for self-reflection, strengthening faith and renewing resolve in an effort to increase acts of worship, as well as asking for blessings, guidance and mercy from Allah SWT. In PUTRAJAYA , more than 1,000 worshippers participated in the National Level Maal Hijrah Prayer Recitation and Maal Hijrah Advice Ceremony for the Year 1448H/2026M at the Putra Mosque here, which was also attended by Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Dr Zulkifli Hasan. The program, which began at 4 pm, was filled with spiritual and worship activities including Quran recitation by famous preachers and reciters, including Ustaz Hassan Adli, Ustaz Tirmizi Ali and Ustaz Aiman ​​Ridhwan. Meanwhile in MELAKA, the state-level Maal Hijrah 1448H/2026M celebration was held at the Falihin Kampung Alai Mosque, Merlimau, which was officiated by the Yang Dipertua Negeri Melaka Tun Mohd Ali Rustam and attended by Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh and state Education, Higher Education and Religious Affairs Exco Datuk Rahmad Mariman. At the ceremony attended by more than 500 guests, a total of 13 awards were presented to recipients, including Maal Hijrah Figure, Public Service Figure, Enforcement Award Figure and Mithali Family Figure. In SELANGOR, the Sultan of Selangor Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah agreed to present the Maal Hijrah 1448 Figure Award to former Chairman of the Selangor Islamic Religious Council (MAIS) Tan Sri Abdul Aziz Mohd Yusof in conjunction with the State-Level Maal Hijrah Celebration at the Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah Mosque, Shah Alam. Earlier, Sultan Sharafuddin also agreed to attend the Ambang Hijrah Ceremony which began with the end-of-year prayer led by Imam Abu Dzar Adanan and the beginning-of-year prayer led by Imam Besar Datuk Muhammad Farhan Wijaya after the congregational Maghrib prayer. His Majesty then agreed to listen to a special Maal Hijrah talk delivered by Senior Lecturer of the Academy of Contemporary Islamic Studies, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Dr Mohd Hapiz Mahaiyadin, before performing the congregational Isyak prayer. In PERAK, the Sultan of Perak Sultan Nazrin Shah agreed to attend the Perak State-Level Maal Hijrah 1448 Hijrah Summit Celebration Ceremony at the Casuarina Convention Hall, Meru Raya, here, accompanied by the Raja Muda of Perak Raja Jaafar Raja Muda Musa and the Raja of Lower Perak Raja Iskandar Dzulkarnain Sultan Idris Shah. At the ceremony, which was also attended by Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad, Sultan Nazrin agreed to present the Tokoh Maal Hijrah Award to former Perak State Mufti Datuk Seri Wan Zahidi Wan Teh and the Saidina Abu Bakar As-Siddiq Award to the President of the Consultative Council of Malaysian Islamic Organisations (MAPIM) Mohd Azmi Abdul Hamid. His Majesty also presented the Siti Khadijah Award (Women's Figure) to Restorative Dentist Dr Farah Syazwani Mohamd Tarmizi, the Saidina Ali Award (Youth Figure) to Dental Officer Dr Muhamad Adib Mohamad Mazri, the Asnaf Icon Award to the Visually Impaired (OKU) Khairruddin Mazli, and the Special Award to the Temiar Tribe Orang Asli Othman Hamzah. Meanwhile in NEGERI SEMBILAN, the Yang Dipertuan Besar of Negeri Sembilan Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir departed for the State-Level Maal Hijrah Celebration Ceremony at the Tuanku Muhriz Mosque in Bandar Seri Jempol. Also attending were Tunku Ampuan Besar of Negeri Sembilan Tuanku Aishah Rohani Tengku Besar Mahmud and her two sons Tunku Besar Seri Menanti Tunku Ali Redhauddin and Tunku Zain Al-'Abidin. Also present was Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun, who was also accompanied by more than 1,000 pilgrims. Tuanku Muhriz said every leader must carry out their mandate with full integrity and always place the interests of the state and the people above all other considerations. "Attitudes and actions that are imprudent or driven by narrow interests such as power struggles do not at all reflect the characteristics of responsible leadership," his Majesty said.T Tuanku Muhriz said that only through administration based on the principles of good governance, the stability, peace and prosperity of the state can be maintained to be passed on to future generations. Therefore, His Majesty said, all parties must always preserve the stability and harmony that have long been the strength of this state, and not allow power struggles and greed to disrupt the peace and tranquility enjoyed together. The National Level Maal Hijrah Celebration 1448H/2026M will take place tomorrow at the Putra Mosque, Putrajaya and Sultan Nazrin is scheduled to attend the ceremony. -- BERNAMA

Muslims welcome 1 Muharram by lighting mosques and suraus

NEW JERSEY, June 17 — France launched their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign in style with a 3-1 victory over Senegal in their Group I opener at New York Stadium, New Jersey. Despite being pushed hard by the African side, Didier Deschamps' men showed their quality in the second half, with captain Kylian Mbappé leading the charge by scoring twice to secure all three points. Senegal looked the more threatening side during the opening period and came close to taking the lead when Nicolas Jackson struck the post. Moments later, Ismaïla Sarr squandered a golden opportunity after failing to convert Sadio Mané's low cross from close range. France eventually found the breakthrough through Mbappé, who responded positively after a controversial VAR review denied him a penalty. Bradley Barcola then doubled Les Bleus' advantage with a superb chipped finish that left the Senegal goalkeeper helpless. The Lions of Teranga reduced the deficit deep into stoppage time when rising star Ibrahim Mbaye found the net. However, any hopes of a late comeback were quickly extinguished as Mbappé struck again moments later to complete his brace and seal a comfortable 3-1 win. The match also marked a historic night for the French captain. His two goals took his international tally to 58, surpassing Olivier Giroud's previous record of 57 goals to become France's all-time leading scorer. Mbappé further cemented his place in French football history by becoming the country's highest scorer in World Cup history with 14 goals, overtaking the legendary Just Fontaine's tally of 13. The 27-year-old now stands just two goals shy of equalling Miroslav Klose's all-time World Cup record of 16 goals. Although Senegal suffered defeat, Mbaye achieved a milestone of his own by becoming the youngest African player ever to score at a World Cup, finding the net at the age of 18 years and 143 days. France's victory also carried symbolic significance, erasing memories of their disastrous 2002 World Cup campaign when the defending champions suffered a shock 1-0 defeat to Senegal in the tournament opener before crashing out in the group stage. Les Bleus will next face Iraq on June 22, while Senegal will look to revive their qualification hopes when they take on Norway. -- MINUTESMY

France Begin World Cup Campaign with Convincing Win Over Senegal

ALOR SETAR, JUNE 17 -- Police have recorded statements from seven individuals so far to assist in the into the explosion that killed two military personnel while undergoing training at Hobart Camp, Gurun yesterday. investigation Kedah Deputy Police Chief DCP Baderulhisham Baharudin said his department would also take statements from other witnesses who were at the scene of the incident, including coaches, training partners and field officers who also participated in the training. "Tomorrow we will continue to obtain statements from other witnesses to assist in the investigation of the case...participants involved in the training and those at the scene, including supervisors and anyone else at the scene." "Both bodies are at the Sultanah Bahiyah Hospital (HSB), Alor Setar for the post-mortem process and we hope it can be completed tonight," he said at a press conference at the Kedah Police Contingent Headquarters (IPK), yesterday. He said the police would conduct a thorough investigation and so far the investigation has been classified as sudden death. "So far, our findings are that there is no foul play , but a thorough investigation (will be conducted) including into the standard operating procedures (SOPs). "At the same time, I would also like to request the public not to circulate pictures of the incident out of respect for the victim and his family. This is also to give the police and military space to conduct a detailed investigation, and not to make any speculation regarding the case," he said. Earlier, the Malaysian Army (TDM) confirmed that an incident occurred during the implementation of Grenade Throwing Exercise in the Royal Engineer Regiment (RAJD) Combat Enhancement Exercise of the 2nd Malaysian Infantry Division at Hobart Camp, Gurun, at approximately 10.57 am yesterday. The two personnel involved, Corporal Norazmi Abu Bakar from the Sixth Battalion of the Royal Malay Regiment (RAMD) and Private Siti Khadijah Sungip from the First Squadron of the Royal Engineer Regiment (RAJD), suffered injuries from an explosion during the training. Both members were rushed to the Sultan Abdul Halim Hospital, Sungai Petani for further treatment, however, both were confirmed dead on the way to the hospital. -- BERNAMA

Police record statements from seven individuals to assist in Hobart Camp explosion investigation

KUALA LUMPUR, June 17 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim yesterday, held a brief but meaningful meeting with Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev during a transit stop in Tashkent, where both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties across several strategic sectors. In a statement, Anwar said the meeting provided an opportunity to exchange views on enhancing cooperation in trade, investment, education, the halal industry and tourism, reflecting the growing relationship between Malaysia and Uzbekistan. The Prime Minister said both leaders also discussed the importance of preserving and promoting the rich heritage of Islamic civilisation, including the scientific traditions that have produced great scholars and contributed significantly to human progress. “We also touched on efforts to strengthen cooperation in preserving and uplifting the treasures of Islamic civilisation and the scientific traditions that have given birth to great figures and contributed to the glory of human civilisation,” he said. Anwar noted that the energy sector presents significant opportunities for deeper collaboration, particularly in the gas and petroleum industries, which could help drive economic growth while supporting energy security and sustainable development objectives. He also welcomed Uzbekistan’s continued commitment to fostering closer relations with ASEAN member states and acknowledged the country’s increasingly important role in the Central Asian region. Before continuing his journey to Kazan, Russia, the Prime Minister took the opportunity to convey his best wishes to Uzbekistan’s national football team as it prepares to begin its campaign at the 2026 FIFA World Cup against Colombia. Anwar expressed hope that the friendship between Malaysia and Uzbekistan would continue to flourish beyond economic and trade interests, serving as a platform to uphold human dignity, advance knowledge and promote fairer and more inclusive development. The meeting underscored the warm and expanding ties between the two countries as they explore new avenues of cooperation for mutual benefit. -- MINUTESMY -- SOURCE: FB ANWAR IBRAHIM

PM Anwar Holds Brief Meeting with Uzbekistan President During Transit in Tashkent

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