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U.S. Sanctions UN Rapporteur Amid Escalating Tensions Over Israel Conflict

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WASHINGTON D.C, July 9, 2025 – The United States escalated its diplomatic standoff with the United Nations on Wednesday, imposing sanctions on Francesca Albanese, the UN Human Rights Council Special Rapporteur on the occupied Palestinian territories. The move, announced by Secretary of State Marco Rubio on July 9, 2025, follows Albanese’s recent call for the […]

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U.S. Slaps 50% Tariff on Brazil Amid Bolsonaro Trial Tensions

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WASHINGTON D.C, July 9, 2025 – In a dramatic escalation of trade tensions, U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a 50% tariff on all Brazilian exports to the United States, effective August 1, citing Brazil’s handling of the ongoing trial of former President Jair Bolsonaro as a “witch hunt.” The announcement, made via a letter

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New York Deploys State Police to Aid Texas Flood Recovery Efforts

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KERR COUNTY, Texas – July 9,  2025, In a show of interstate solidarity, New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced late Wednesday that the New York State Police (NYSP), along with canine search teams, have been deployed to Kerr County, Texas, to assist with ongoing search and recovery efforts following devastating floods. The deployment, which began

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DEPUTY IGP ATTENDS OPENING OF 58TH ASEAN FOREIGN MINISTERS’ MEETING

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KUALA LUMPUR,  Malaysia, 9 July 2025 – Deputy Inspector-General of Police (Deputy IGP), DIG Tan Sri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay, attended the opening ceremony of the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AMM) and Related Meetings, officiated by Prime Minister Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim at the Plenary Hall, Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, this morning. Tan Sri

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Diverse Views Strengthen KEADILAN and MADANI Government, Says Saifuddin

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KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia July 8, 2025 — Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail, KEADILAN’s Election Director and Home Minister, emphasized that differing opinions within the party are not a weakness but a strength, reflecting the maturity of its democratic process. Speaking to the media yesterday, Saifuddin, a backbencher in the MADANI Government, underscored the freedom to

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MCMC and SDEC Launch SMART600 Project to Bridge Sarawak’s Rural Digital Divide

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CYBERJAYA, Malaysia, July 9, 2025 — The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) and Sarawak Digital Economy Corporation (SDEC) have joined forces to transform rural connectivity in Sarawak through the ambitious SMART600 Project, a high-impact initiative aimed at fostering inclusive digital access across the state. The collaboration was formalized today with a signing ceremony at

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Malaysia Advances Trade Talks with US, Balancing Market Access and National Interests

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KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, July 9, 2025 – Malaysia is making significant strides in its trade negotiations with the United States, with the Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI) outlining key progress in securing export market access, modernizing the economy, and safeguarding long-term livelihoods, according to a recent statement by the minister. The complex negotiations,

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Kuala Lumpur Hosts 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, Anwar Urges Unity and Action

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KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, July 9, 2025 – Prime Minister Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim opened the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting today, calling for bold choices to strengthen the bloc’s regional influence and resilience amid global challenges. The event, held in the Malaysian capital, marks a pivotal moment for ASEAN as it navigates geopolitical tensions and

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PEN Malaysia Meets Home Minister to Discuss Fixi Book Seizure Concerns

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KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, July 8, 2025 – Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail met with a delegation from the Multilingual Writers Association (PEN Malaysia), led by its president, Mahi Ramakrishnan, yesterday afternoon. The meeting addressed the recent seizure of Fixi publications by the Home Ministry’s enforcement authorities for content review. During the constructive dialogue,

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KPDN Cracks Down on Unjustified Price Hikes in Ongoing OPS KESAN 4.0

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PUTRAJAYA, Malaysia. July 9, 2025 – The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) is intensifying efforts to curb unreasonable price increases through its OPS KESAN 4.0 initiative, with seven complaints recorded as of July 8, 2025, all currently under investigation. In a statement today, KPDN Deputy Director-General of Enforcement (Operations) Tuan Shamsul

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