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KUALA LUMPUR, JUNE 22 -- Police arrested 349 individuals in 235 raids and inspections through Op Cantas Bersepadu at business premises, residences and construction project sites in Selangor. Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department (CID) Director Datuk M. Kumar said that those arrested in the four-day operation starting last Thursday consisted of 280 men and 69 women aged between 20 and 83, including 85 foreigners. "Five of those arrested are on the list of wanted persons under the Security Offences (Special Measures) Act 2012 (SOSMA) while another 34 are wanted for violent crimes and property crimes," he said in a statement on Sunday. He said investigations were being conducted against the 349 individuals, covering various offences under the Penal Code, Immigration Act 1959/63, Secondhand Dealers Act 1946, Societies Act 1966 and Dangerous Drugs Act 1952. Kumar said the operation, which was carried out with strategic cooperation from the Criminal Investigation Department, Special Branch, Narcotics Criminal Investigation Department and Bukit Aman Air Operations Force, the Malaysian Immigration Department and local authorities, focused on tracking and arresting individuals listed as wanted persons. He said the operation also aimed to track down identified organised crime groups, including crippling financial sources through enforcement actions against premises suspected of being a source of funding for the group's activities. Kumar said that in the same operation, two entertainment centres inspected were found to be operating without an entertainment licence, while 13 business premises were believed to be employing foreign workers without valid passes or permits. "Compound actions have been issued by local authorities against business owners who committed various license-related offenses," he said. The success of the operation, he said, proves the police's continued commitment in strengthening efforts to prevent and combat crime, especially involving organised criminal activities through the cooperation of various enforcement agencies. He also called on the public to continue to provide information regarding criminal activities to help strengthen prevention and suppression efforts for the well-being of society. -- BERNAMA

Integrated Op Cantas: 349 individuals including wanted persons arrested in Selangor

KUALA LUMPUR, JUNE 22 — Police arrested 349 individuals in 235 raids and inspections through Op Cantas Bersepadu at business premises, residences and construction project sites in Selangor.

Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department (CID) Director Datuk M. Kumar said that those arrested in the four-day operation starting last Thursday consisted of 280 men and 69 women aged between 20 and 83, including 85 foreigners.

“Five of those arrested are on the list of wanted persons under the Security Offences (Special Measures) Act 2012 (SOSMA) while another 34 are wanted for violent crimes and property crimes,” he said in a statement on Sunday.

He said investigations were being conducted against the 349 individuals, covering various offences under the Penal Code, Immigration Act 1959/63, Secondhand Dealers Act 1946, Societies Act 1966 and Dangerous Drugs Act 1952.

Kumar said the operation, which was carried out with strategic cooperation from the Criminal Investigation Department, Special Branch, Narcotics Criminal Investigation Department and Bukit Aman Air Operations Force, the Malaysian Immigration Department and local authorities, focused on tracking and arresting individuals listed as wanted persons.

He said the operation also aimed to track down identified organised crime groups, including crippling financial sources through enforcement actions against premises suspected of being a source of funding for the group’s activities.

Kumar said that in the same operation, two entertainment centres inspected were found to be operating without an entertainment licence, while 13 business premises were believed to be employing foreign workers without valid passes or permits.

“Compound actions have been issued by local authorities against business owners who committed various license-related offenses,” he said.

The success of the operation, he said, proves the police’s continued commitment in strengthening efforts to prevent and combat crime, especially involving organised criminal activities through the cooperation of various enforcement agencies.

He also called on the public to continue to provide information regarding criminal activities to help strengthen prevention and suppression efforts for the well-being of society.

— BERNAMA

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PETALING JAYA, JUNE 22 -- The Pan-Malaysian Islamic Party PAS has not ruled out contesting several seats traditionally held by the Democratic Action Party DAP in the upcoming Negeri Sembilan state election on Aug 1. Negeri Sembilan PAS chief Fairuz Isa said the party is preparing to contest more than 10 seats, similar to its strategy in the 2023 state election, while also aiming to defend the three seats it currently holds. He said final seat allocations will depend on negotiations with other political partners, especially in the event of continued cooperation within the opposition bloc. “There are parties willing to work with us, and during seat negotiations, we may face limited Malay-majority seats to contest,” he was quoted as saying in Seremban. He added that PAS is considering seats currently held by Pakatan Harapan and DAP where Malay voters make up about 40% of the electorate. Fairuz said the party’s candidate selection process is about 90% complete, with emphasis on integrity, service capability, and candidates aged below 60. He also urged party members and machinery to respect and accept any final decision made by the leadership. In the 2023 state election, the opposition coalition Perikatan Nasional won five of the 36 seats it contested. Within the coalition, PAS secured Paroi, Serting and Bagan Pinang, while Bersatu won Labu and Gemencheh. The Election Commission has set Aug 1 as polling day for the 16th Negeri Sembilan state election, with nomination day on July 18 and early voting on July 28. -- MINUTESMY

PAS considers contesting traditional DAP seats in Negeri Sembilan polls

KUALA LUMPUR, June 22 -- Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul has confirmed that Larut MP Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin resumed his role as Opposition Leader on June 18. Based on developments since the previous First Meeting of the Dewan Rakyat and notifications that had been considered, Johari said Hamzah was the Opposition Leader as of May 20, 2026. He said Kemaman MP Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar was subsequently appointed to the post from May 21 to June 10, before Hamzah returned as Opposition Leader on June 18. “I would like to express my appreciation to the Honourable Member for Kemaman for his service as Opposition Leader during that period and welcome the Honourable Member for Larut back to serve as Opposition Leader,” he said. Johari announced the status of the Opposition Leader under Standing Order 4A(3) of the Dewan Rakyat Standing Orders in his opening remarks before today’s Oral Question Time. In a separate development, Johari also confirmed the casual vacancies in the Pandan and Setiawangsa parliamentary seats after their incumbents, Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli and Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad, submitted letters relinquishing their memberships as Members of Parliament on May 18. Johari said he had notified the Election Commission of the vacancies in both seats in accordance with Article 54(1) of the Federal Constitution. -- BERNAMA  

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NEW JERSEY, June 22 -- Neymar trained fully with Brazil's World Cup squad on Sunday as he prepares for his first international appearance in almost three years, reported Xinhua. The Santos forward, who had partially resumed training last week, completed his first full session with Brazil's squad since it assembled in Terespolis, near Rio de Janeiro, on May 27. On Friday, Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti said the 34-year-old had recovered from a grade two calf strain and would be included in the matchday squad for Wednesday's final Group C match against Scotland in Miami. Teammate Lucas Paqueta said Neymar's availability had provided a morale boost to the five-time world champion. "We're all very happy about Neymar's return," the midfielder told reporters on Sunday. "He's an extremely important player for our national team, someone with a wonderful history who can help us a lot. I hope he can be on the field helping us again as soon as possible." Neymar, Brazil's all-time leading scorer with 79 goals in 128 international appearances, has not played for the national team since suffering a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament in October 2023. Brazil currently leads Group C with four points, ahead of second-placed Morocco on goal difference. Scotland is third with three points and Haiti last, having yet to register a point.  -- BERNAMA-XINHUA

Neymar Returns To Full Brazil Training

JOHOR BAHRU, June 22 -- Haier Malaysia continues to strengthen its commitment to advancing the national sporting landscape through the organisation of the fourth edition of the Haier Cup 2026, which has grown into a national platform for nurturing emerging badminton talent at the grassroots level.  Haier Malaysia brand marketing manager Audree Fam said the annual tournament serves as a platform for young players to hone their talent and improve their skills. “The main objective of organising this tournament is to strengthen the development of badminton at the grassroots level,” she said when met at the Haier Cup 2026 Johor Series tournament at Sports Hub @ Austin Heights here on Saturday (June 20). According to Fam, Haier Malaysia has expanded its reach for this edition by adding Sabah as a new host destination, alongside existing venues in Sarawak, Johor, Penang and Selangor. This year's tournament also offers a more dynamic challenge, with prizes worth RM90,000 comprising cash, Haier products and Maxx merchandise. In addition to the open category, Haier's commitment to the sporting ecosystem is reflected through the organisation of the Haier Cup Junior for the second consecutive year, catering to participants as young as seven. The initiative is complemented by the Haier Junior Development 2.0 programme, which aims to train 10,000 students from 20 schools nationwide through a structured year-long training framework. “Haier Malaysia believes sport plays an important role in promoting an active and healthy lifestyle among Malaysians,” said Fam. She said that through the Haier Cup, the company hopes to encourage the public to remain active while instilling discipline and a strong spirit of sportsmanship. Meanwhile, one of the tournament participants, Lai Wei Chung, 27, said the championship provides a valuable opportunity to gain experience by competing against players from various backgrounds and levels. Lai said this was not his first time participating in the Haier Cup and viewed the platform as highly beneficial for the long-term development of players. Another participant, Ng Jiajun, 32, believed that expanding the tournament across more states would help unearth more talents. “Through competitions like this, we are able to bring together talented players to compete with one another, providing valuable experience that greatly contributes to the development of badminton at this level,” he said. Ng also praised the management of player scheduling and the smooth running of matches, describing it as excellent throughout the tournament. In a separate statement, Haier Malaysia managing director Fan Jing said the Haier Cup continues to receive overwhelmingly positive feedback from both participants and partners. “What began as a competitive initiative has evolved into a strong engagement platform, with participation and interest continuing to grow year after year,” he said. He said such initiatives have proven highly valuable in supporting badminton enthusiasts by providing opportunities to compete, enhance their skills and remain active in the sport. For the 2026 edition, Haier is also focusing on rising talent Lim Ming Hong through the Haier Elite Player Sponsorship Programme to support his professional journey on both the local and international stages. -- BERNAMA

Haier Cup Boosts Grassroots Badminton Development, Promotes Healthy Lifestyles

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PETALING JAYA, JUNE 22 -- The Pan-Malaysian Islamic Party PAS has not ruled out contesting several seats traditionally held by the Democratic Action Party DAP in the upcoming Negeri Sembilan state election on Aug 1. Negeri Sembilan PAS chief Fairuz Isa said the party is preparing to contest more than 10 seats, similar to its strategy in the 2023 state election, while also aiming to defend the three seats it currently holds. He said final seat allocations will depend on negotiations with other political partners, especially in the event of continued cooperation within the opposition bloc. “There are parties willing to work with us, and during seat negotiations, we may face limited Malay-majority seats to contest,” he was quoted as saying in Seremban. He added that PAS is considering seats currently held by Pakatan Harapan and DAP where Malay voters make up about 40% of the electorate. Fairuz said the party’s candidate selection process is about 90% complete, with emphasis on integrity, service capability, and candidates aged below 60. He also urged party members and machinery to respect and accept any final decision made by the leadership. In the 2023 state election, the opposition coalition Perikatan Nasional won five of the 36 seats it contested. Within the coalition, PAS secured Paroi, Serting and Bagan Pinang, while Bersatu won Labu and Gemencheh. The Election Commission has set Aug 1 as polling day for the 16th Negeri Sembilan state election, with nomination day on July 18 and early voting on July 28. -- MINUTESMY

PAS considers contesting traditional DAP seats in Negeri Sembilan polls

KUALA LUMPUR, June 22 -- Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul has confirmed that Larut MP Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin resumed his role as Opposition Leader on June 18. Based on developments since the previous First Meeting of the Dewan Rakyat and notifications that had been considered, Johari said Hamzah was the Opposition Leader as of May 20, 2026. He said Kemaman MP Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar was subsequently appointed to the post from May 21 to June 10, before Hamzah returned as Opposition Leader on June 18. “I would like to express my appreciation to the Honourable Member for Kemaman for his service as Opposition Leader during that period and welcome the Honourable Member for Larut back to serve as Opposition Leader,” he said. Johari announced the status of the Opposition Leader under Standing Order 4A(3) of the Dewan Rakyat Standing Orders in his opening remarks before today’s Oral Question Time. In a separate development, Johari also confirmed the casual vacancies in the Pandan and Setiawangsa parliamentary seats after their incumbents, Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli and Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad, submitted letters relinquishing their memberships as Members of Parliament on May 18. Johari said he had notified the Election Commission of the vacancies in both seats in accordance with Article 54(1) of the Federal Constitution. -- BERNAMA  

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NEW JERSEY, June 22 -- Neymar trained fully with Brazil's World Cup squad on Sunday as he prepares for his first international appearance in almost three years, reported Xinhua. The Santos forward, who had partially resumed training last week, completed his first full session with Brazil's squad since it assembled in Terespolis, near Rio de Janeiro, on May 27. On Friday, Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti said the 34-year-old had recovered from a grade two calf strain and would be included in the matchday squad for Wednesday's final Group C match against Scotland in Miami. Teammate Lucas Paqueta said Neymar's availability had provided a morale boost to the five-time world champion. "We're all very happy about Neymar's return," the midfielder told reporters on Sunday. "He's an extremely important player for our national team, someone with a wonderful history who can help us a lot. I hope he can be on the field helping us again as soon as possible." Neymar, Brazil's all-time leading scorer with 79 goals in 128 international appearances, has not played for the national team since suffering a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament in October 2023. Brazil currently leads Group C with four points, ahead of second-placed Morocco on goal difference. Scotland is third with three points and Haiti last, having yet to register a point.  -- BERNAMA-XINHUA

Neymar Returns To Full Brazil Training

JOHOR BAHRU, June 22 -- Haier Malaysia continues to strengthen its commitment to advancing the national sporting landscape through the organisation of the fourth edition of the Haier Cup 2026, which has grown into a national platform for nurturing emerging badminton talent at the grassroots level.  Haier Malaysia brand marketing manager Audree Fam said the annual tournament serves as a platform for young players to hone their talent and improve their skills. “The main objective of organising this tournament is to strengthen the development of badminton at the grassroots level,” she said when met at the Haier Cup 2026 Johor Series tournament at Sports Hub @ Austin Heights here on Saturday (June 20). According to Fam, Haier Malaysia has expanded its reach for this edition by adding Sabah as a new host destination, alongside existing venues in Sarawak, Johor, Penang and Selangor. This year's tournament also offers a more dynamic challenge, with prizes worth RM90,000 comprising cash, Haier products and Maxx merchandise. In addition to the open category, Haier's commitment to the sporting ecosystem is reflected through the organisation of the Haier Cup Junior for the second consecutive year, catering to participants as young as seven. The initiative is complemented by the Haier Junior Development 2.0 programme, which aims to train 10,000 students from 20 schools nationwide through a structured year-long training framework. “Haier Malaysia believes sport plays an important role in promoting an active and healthy lifestyle among Malaysians,” said Fam. She said that through the Haier Cup, the company hopes to encourage the public to remain active while instilling discipline and a strong spirit of sportsmanship. Meanwhile, one of the tournament participants, Lai Wei Chung, 27, said the championship provides a valuable opportunity to gain experience by competing against players from various backgrounds and levels. Lai said this was not his first time participating in the Haier Cup and viewed the platform as highly beneficial for the long-term development of players. Another participant, Ng Jiajun, 32, believed that expanding the tournament across more states would help unearth more talents. “Through competitions like this, we are able to bring together talented players to compete with one another, providing valuable experience that greatly contributes to the development of badminton at this level,” he said. Ng also praised the management of player scheduling and the smooth running of matches, describing it as excellent throughout the tournament. In a separate statement, Haier Malaysia managing director Fan Jing said the Haier Cup continues to receive overwhelmingly positive feedback from both participants and partners. “What began as a competitive initiative has evolved into a strong engagement platform, with participation and interest continuing to grow year after year,” he said. He said such initiatives have proven highly valuable in supporting badminton enthusiasts by providing opportunities to compete, enhance their skills and remain active in the sport. For the 2026 edition, Haier is also focusing on rising talent Lim Ming Hong through the Haier Elite Player Sponsorship Programme to support his professional journey on both the local and international stages. -- BERNAMA

Haier Cup Boosts Grassroots Badminton Development, Promotes Healthy Lifestyles

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