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Washington Post
an hour ago
- Politics
- Washington Post
DOJ seeks one-day sentence for officer in raid that killed Breonna Taylor
The Justice Department requested that a Louisville police officer convicted in connection with a raid that resulted in Breonna Taylor's death serve one day in prison. In an unusual sentencing memo, the federal government suggested to a judge that the Biden administration should not have prosecuted the officer on civil rights charges.
Daily Express
2 hours ago
- Politics
- Daily Express
Kelantan ranks second safest state after Sabah: Deputy MB
Published on: Thursday, July 17, 2025 Published on: Thu, Jul 17, 2025 Text Size: KOTA BHARU: Kelantan is now the second safest state in Malaysia after Sabah, with only 96 index crime cases per 100,000 residents, said Deputy Menteri Besar Datuk Mohamed Fadzli Hassan ( pic ) in a Facebook post on Thursday. He said the latest statistics from January to June 2025 showed a 14.3 per cent drop in index crimes, from 1,129 cases to 967. Advertisement Fadzli credited the improvement to the state government's integrated policies and the police's strong commitment to safeguarding public safety. He described Kelantan as a model for other states in prioritising safety and community wellbeing through consistent and coordinated efforts. Despite persistent negative perceptions, he said Kelantan's progress deserves greater recognition as evidence of the state's ongoing social development. He added that the state's achievements reflect the success of its Islamic-inspired governance model and close collaboration with enforcement agencies and the community. Fadzli also called on the Federal Government to consider building security walls at key points along the Malaysia-Thailand border to curb cross-border crime and enhance national safety. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Daily Express
12 hours ago
- Business
- Daily Express
SAPP slams 10pc SST on stationery, says it hurts students, low-income
Published on: Thursday, July 17, 2025 Published on: Thu, Jul 17, 2025 Text Size: Lau warned that maintaining the current course risks exacerbating Malaysia's cost-of-living crisis while undermining educational accessibility. SANDAKAN: The Federal Government's abrupt implementation of a 10pc Sales and Services Tax (SST) on stationery since July 1 defies logic, according to Vice President of the Sabah Progressive Democratic Party (SAPP) and Tanjong Papat Division Chief Thomas Lau Chi Keong. 'This is taxation without justification.' Advertisement 'By taxing the tools of education and small business, we're penalizing Malaysia's future productivity while squeezing households that are already at breaking point,' he said. He said the policy's ripple effects are particularly severe for students facing higher costs for basic supplies, Small Medium Entrepreneurs (SMEs) operating on razor-thin margins and low-income families disproportionately impacted by price hikes. He noted that dissent has emerged from within government ranks, with Bagan Member of Parliament, Lim Guan Eng who also brother to Deputy Finance Minister, Lim Hui Ying, publicly breaking ranks to criticize the timing and implementation. 'When your own allies sound the alarm, it's time to pause and reconsider,' Lau said and urging policymakers to do something. He said there should be immediate impact assessments, engage in meaningful stakeholder consultation and explore progressive alternatives that don't burden vulnerable groups. Lau warned that maintaining the current course risks exacerbating Malaysia's cost-of-living crisis while undermining educational accessibility. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Cision Canada
21 hours ago
- Business
- Cision Canada
One Year After Jasper Wildfire: Rebuilding Continues Amid Ongoing Challenges
Insurers calling for a national discussion on how to better manage catastrophic events EDMONTON, AB, July 16, 2025 /CNW/ - July 22, 2025, will be the one-year anniversary of the devastating wildfire that swept though the community of Jasper, Alberta, destroying 358 properties and causing an estimated $1.2 billion in insured damage. As rebuilding efforts progress, numerous residents are still experiencing delays in the reconstruction of their homes and businesses. In response, Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) is urging the federal government to lead a national discussion with provinces and territories on how to improve the management of disaster recovery moving forward. "Over the past year, the people of Jasper have shown tremendous resilience, and insurers will continue to be there every step of the way to support recovery efforts," said Aaron Sutherland, Vice-President, Pacific and Western, IBC. "Following large-scale disasters, insurers' priority is to rebuild and repair property as quickly as possible so their customers can return to their usual lives." Jasper is situated within a National Park, which means additional measures, including federal soil remediation and recovery requirements, were imposed following the fire. These additional steps have added time, complexity and overall cost to the rebuilding effort, costs which are not typically covered under standard property insurance policies. IBC has worked constructively with the Federal Government, including Parks Canada, on these issues and the Federal Government has committed that it will support the leaseholders by covering the extra remediation costs required to meet Federal remediation standards. The Government has further committed to an expedited process to ensure that the rebuilding process is not delayed further by soil remediation issues. As of July 7, 2025, only 56 of the 358 destroyed properties (15%) have received the necessary permits and approvals to proceed with the rebuilding process. In contrast, following the 2016 Fort McMurray wildfires – the costliest wildfire event in Canadian history, much of the reconstruction began relatively quickly and before the fire's first anniversary. In an effort to avoid additional delays in Jasper, insurers continue to actively engage with all orders of government to resolve outstanding issues. "Delays that prolong the rebuilding process, like we are seeing in Jasper, are occurring more frequently in Canada after large catastrophic events," added Craig Stewart, Vice-President of Climate Change and Federal Issues. "Canada needs a federal coordinating agency to guide emergency preparedness and recovery so that Parks Canada, and other jurisdictions, don't have to create unique playbooks after each catastrophic event. Every other G7 country has an agency operating in this capacity – it's time for Canada to follow suit and take on a proactive approach to emergency management." As delays continue in Jasper, IBC warns that some residents may run out of Additional Living Expenses coverage and many businesses could be exhausting their Business Interruption coverage. It is recommended that policyholders speak with their insurance representative to understand what coverage remains available given these unanticipated delays. The challenges faced during Jasper's recovery should serve as another alarm bell for governments across the country. That is why Canada's insurers are calling on governments to: increase support for communities to complete FireSmart's Community Wildfire Protection Plans, which include firebreaks and guards around at-risk communities; limit new building in unprotected high-risk areas, enhance building codes to mandate the use of fire-resistant materials; and improve wildfire response and suppression capabilities. Quick Facts The Jasper wildfire is estimated to have caused $1.2 billion in insured losses, according to initial estimates from Catastrophe Indices and Quantification Inc. (CatIQ). A one-year insured loss update will be released on July 25. For the most recent information on recovery efforts in Jasper, visit Immediately following the Jasper wildfire, insurers took several actions to help expedite recovery and reconstruction efforts. These actions include: Deploying representatives into the community to provide financial support to policyholders, and assisting them with the claims process; Coordinating and paying for a bulk appliance collection and disposal program of contaminated refrigerators and freezers; and, Hiring a contractor to facilitate the coordinated debris removal of damaged properties, a process that was completed at the end of April despite challenging logistics and unexpected added costs. About Insurance Bureau of Canada Established in 1964, Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) is the national industry association representing Canada's private home, auto and business insurers. Its member companies make up the vast majority of Canada's highly competitive property and casualty (P&C) insurance market. As the leading advocate for Canada's private P&C insurers, IBC collaborates with governments, regulators and stakeholders to support a competitive environment for the P&C insurance industry to continue to help protect Canadians from the risks of today and tomorrow. IBC believes that Canadians value and deserve a responsive and resilient private P&C insurance industry that provides insurance solutions to both individuals and businesses. For media releases, IN Focus articles, or to book an interview with an IBC representative, visit Follow us on LinkedIn, X and Instagram, and like us on Facebook. If you have a question about home, auto or business insurance, contact IBC's Consumer Information Centre at 1-844-2ask-IBC. We're here to help.
Borneo Post
a day ago
- Business
- Borneo Post
10% SST on stationery hits public hard, govt urged to reconsider timing
Thomas Lau (seated centre) with party colleagues at a recent SAPP programme. SANDAKAN (July 16): The Federal Government's abrupt implementation of a 10% Sales and Services Tax (SST) on stationery has triggered widespread concern, with community leaders and opposition figures demanding immediate reassessment of the controversial measure. Thomas Lau Chi Keong, Vice President of the Sabah Progressive Party (SAPP) and Tanjong Papat Division chief, delivered a scathing critique of the policy that took effect July 1 without warning or transitional provisions. 'This is taxation without justification,' Lau asserted. 'By taxing the tools of education and small business, we're effectively penalizing Malaysia's future productivity while squeezing households that are already at breaking point.' The policy's ripple effects are particularly severe for students facing higher costs for basic supplies, SMEs operating on razor-thin margins and low-income families disproportionately impacted by price hikes. Notably, dissent has emerged from within government ranks, with Bagan MP Lim Guan Eng (DAP) – brother to Deputy Finance Minister Lim Hui Ying – publicly breaking ranks to criticize the timing and implementation. 'When your own allies sound the alarm, it's time to pause and reconsider,' Lau emphasized, urging policymakers to conduct immediate impact assessments, engage in meaningful stakeholder consultation, explore progressive alternatives that don't burden vulnerable groups. The SAPP leader warned that maintaining the current course risks exacerbating Malaysia's cost-of-living crisis while undermining educational accessibility. The GRS Government is a caring government and will closely monitor the situation, ensuring the well-being of the people remains a top priority, he added.
