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"Bollywood Is A Gutter... ": SRK's Close Friend Reacts To Aryan Khan's Netflix Show
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"Bollywood Is A Gutter... ": SRK's Close Friend Reacts To Aryan Khan's Netflix Show

Before Shah Rukh Khan became one of India’s most beloved superstars, he arrived in Mumbai with little more than ambition and grit. In those formative years, actor, writer, and producer Viveck Vaswani played a pivotal role in SRK’s journey, offering him a place to stay and unwavering support. It’s a gesture Khan has publicly acknowledged many times over the decades. (Image: X) Now, as SRK celebrated his 60th birthday, Vaswani is looking back not only on their enduring friendship but also on Aryan Khan’s debut docuseries The Ba**d Boys of Bollywood*, which he found deeply troubling. Speaking to Radio Nasha Official, Vaswani expressed disappointment over the show’s portrayal of the film industry, especially given the warmth and respect Shah Rukh received as an outsider. (Image: Netflix) “When Shah Rukh entered the industry, he was showered with love—from Aziz Mirza, Nirmala, my mother, Saeed Mirza, and myself,” Vaswani said. “He was treated with kid gloves. So how did Aryan come to the conclusion that Bollywood is a gutter filled with bad people?” (Image: IMDb) Vaswani recounted how SRK never faced the kind of street-level struggle often associated with newcomers. “He lived in Cuffe Parade, and after marriage, Aziz gave him a home in Bandra. Everyone—from Haroon and Raheela to Aziz’s family—treated him like a brother. I gave him everything I could. So why portray the industry as entirely negative? Why not include even one redeeming character?” The veteran producer admitted the series made him introspect. “I wondered if I had done something wrong. Shah Rukh was a non-nepo kid from Delhi, and the industry embraced him. He worked hard and earned respect. So why such a bleak portrayal? This is my karam-bhoomi, and it’s Shah Rukh’s too.” Though Vaswani acknowledged that his views might not be widely shared, not even by SRK himself, he stood by his feelings. “Everyone loved the show. Shah Rukh may not agree with me. But you asked for the truth, and I felt sad. I binge-watched it. The cameos were fantastic. Emraan Hashmi was superb, and Bobby Deol’s performance was a pleasant surprise.” (Image: IMDb) Meanwhile, Shah Rukh Khan is gearing up for his next cinematic venture, King, directed by Siddharth Anand. The film’s first look, unveiled on his 60th birthday, has already ignited excitement across the industry and among fans. (Image: Instagram)

HONOR Magic8 Pro hidupkan mercu tanda KL, Kuching waktu malam
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HONOR Magic8 Pro hidupkan mercu tanda KL, Kuching waktu malam

KUALA LUMPUR: Keindahan mercu tanda ikonik Kuala Lumpur dan Kuching pada waktu malam kini dapat dirakam dengan perincian yang mengagumkan susulan teknologi kamera terbaharu. Syarikat teknologi HONOR mempertontonkan keupayaan telefon pintar flagship terbaharunya, HONOR Magic8 Pro, yang direka khusus untuk mengungguli fotografi dalam keadaan pencahayaan rendah. Menurut kenyataan media daripada HONOR Malaysia, gambar yang dikongsikan itu diambil oleh peminat fotografi mudah alih di sekitar kedua-dua bandar raya berkenaan. Pengujian itu membuktikan keupayaan peranti untuk mengekalkan ketepatan warna dan butiran imej walaupun dalam senario cahaya yang mencabar. Tumpuan utama adalah pada Kamera Telefoto Malam Ultra 200MP. Siri foto yang dikongsi termasuk tangkapan foto panorama Kuala Lumpur yang diterangi cahaya malam. Dalam gambar-gambar itu, mercu tanda ikonik bandar raya menonjolkan ekspresi, suasana, dan emosi dengan tahap kejelasan yang luar biasa. Keupayaan ini, menurut HONOR, menandakan satu lonjakan besar dalam keupayaan fotografi mudah alih. Ia dijana oleh sensor telefoto 200MP yang didakwa terbesar dalam industri. Sensor bersaiz 1/1.4-inci ini digabungkan dengan bukaan apertur f/2.6 yang luas untuk menangkap butiran halus dari jarak jauh sambil memastikan pengambilan cahaya yang optimum. Bagi memastikan ketajaman imej, HONOR Magic8 Pro turut dilengkapi ciri penstabilan imej optik (OIS) bertaraf CIPA Tahap-5.5. HONOR mendakwa sistem ini adalah yang paling stabil dalam industri setakat ini. Faedah praktikal OIS itu adalah untuk mengurangkan gegaran tangan dan kekaburan akibat pergerakan. Ciri ini amat penting apabila pengguna melakukan zum jarak jauh, sama ada pada 10x atau sehingga 100x. Keupayaan ini dilihat menetapkan satu penanda aras baharu untuk fotografi mudah alih. Prestasi Kamera Telefoto Malam Ultra 200MP itu telah mendapat pujian daripada dua jurufoto bebas tempatan, Nazer Noor dan Ahmad Base. Mereka merupakan antara individu terawal yang mencuba peranti berkenaan di Malaysia. Ahmad Baser menyifatkan fotografi malam peranti itu amat mengagumkan. "Walaupun dalam pencahayaan yang sangat rendah, imej dihasilkan tajam, jelas, dan terperinci... Sudah tentu peranti ini antara kamera malam terbaik yang pernah saya cuba!" katanya. Nazer Noor pula menyatakan rasa kagumnya terhadap peningkatan keupayaan kamera itu, menyifatkan kejelasan dan ketepatan warnanya "nampak hidup, macam melihat semula momen itu depan mata". Beliau turut memuji fungsi zum telefoto yang "lancar, stabil dan tajam walaupun pada jarak jauh". Selain fotografi pemandangan, HONOR Magic8 Pro juga menonjol dalam keupayaan fotografi potret malam. Kehebatan ini didorong oleh algoritma Kecerdasan Buatan (AI) yang lebih maju, di samping Kamera Utama Malam Ultra 50MP dengan sokongan OIS. Teknologi AI itu membolehkan "pembahagian segmen AI dan kawalan pencahayaan pintar". Hasilnya, peranti ini dapat menghasilkan potret dengan tona kulit semula jadi serta kesan bokeh (latar belakang kabur) yang "tampak hidup". Pelancaran peranti ini sejajar dengan misi HONOR sebagai syarikat ekosistem peranti AI terkemuka global. Syarikat itu komited untuk "merevolusikan interaksi manusia-ke-peranti" dalam era ejen AI. HONOR akan mendedahkan lebih banyak maklumat mengenai Magic8 Pro pada 10 November ini.

Dari KEJORA ke Pejabat Datuk Bandar Pasir Gudang
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Dari KEJORA ke Pejabat Datuk Bandar Pasir Gudang

DATIN Paduka Hazlina Jalil mengukir sejarah tersendiri apabila diangkat sebagai Datuk Bandar wanita pertama Majlis Bandaraya Pasir Gudang (MBPG), sekali gus membuka lembaran baharu dalam sejarah pentadbiran tempatan Johor. Pelantikan bekas Pengurus Besar Lembaga Kemajuan Johor Tenggara (KEJORA) itu bukan sekadar simbol kejayaan wanita dalam kepemimpinan, tetapi juga manifestasi kepercayaan terhadap kemampuan dan kecekapan wanita Johor menerajui pembangunan bandar moden. Hazlina, yang mula memegang jawatan itu pada 17 Oktober lalu, berikrar untuk meneruskan legasi kecemerlangan MBPG sebagai pihak berkuasa tempatan (PBT) yang progresif, berdaya saing dan berpaksikan rakyat. "Saya bersyukur dengan pelantikan ini dan komited untuk meneruskan kecemerlangan MBPG dalam membina sebuah bandar raya yang dinamik, hijau dan inklusif. "Fokus utama kami ialah memperkukuh prasarana sokongan, kemudahan logistik, pelaburan hijau serta pembangunan bandar pintar dan rendah karbon, sejajar dengan aspirasi Zon Ekonomi Khas Johor–Singapura (JS-SEZ)," katanya pada sidang media selepas merasmikan JTDC Mega Kerjaya MyFutureJobs X PIS X MBPG di Pusat Transformasi Bandar (UTC) Pasir Gudang. Menurut Hazlina, pelaksanaan JS-SEZ bukan sekadar pemangkin pertumbuhan ekonomi, tetapi turut memberi impak sosial dan alam sekitar yang signifikan. "MBPG komited mengekalkan keseimbangan antara kemajuan ekonomi dan kelestarian, selaras prinsip Pasir Gudang Perkasa 2030 yang menekankan tiga teras utama iaitu Bersih, Lestari dan Berdaya Huni," katanya. Pengalaman lebih 25 tahun Berpengalaman lebih 25 tahun dalam Perkhidmatan Tadbir Negeri Johor (JCS), Hazlina sebelum ini pernah menyandang pelbagai jawatan utama, termasuk Yang Dipertua Majlis Perbandaran Pengerang dan Pegawai Daerah Kota Tinggi. Mengulas mengenai pendekatannya terhadap suara rakyat, Hazlina berkata beliau terbuka terhadap pandangan masyarakat, termasuk maklum balas yang disuarakan melalui media sosial. "Setiap pandangan akan diteliti dengan terbuka. Saya ingin menjadi pemimpin wanita yang dinamik dan dekat dengan masyarakat dan bersama-sama menyumbang kepada pembangunan negara dalam merealisasikan visi Pasir Gudang Perkasa Menjelang 2030. "Matlamat kami jelas, merealisasikan misi memacu Pasir Gudang sebagai Bandar Pintar, Rendah Karbon dan Lestari menerusi kolaborasi dengan institusi pengajian tinggi, industri dan komuniti, sambil memasyarakatkan sains dan menginsankan teknologi," katanya. Hazlina adalah Datuk Bandar ketiga MBPG selepas Datuk Mustaffa Kamal Shamsudin menamatkan tempoh perkhidmatannya selama setahun 16 hari yang bermula pada 1 Oktober 2024 lalu.

Chinese Researchers Accused of Illegally Transporting Biological Samples to the US
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Chinese Researchers Accused of Illegally Transporting Biological Samples to the US

The U.S. Department of Justice revealed on Wednesday that three Chinese scholars face charges for allegedly conspiring to smuggle biological materials into the United States while engaged in research at a university lab. The accused are said to have provided false information to Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officials to bring in materials, specifically related to roundworms, from China. These actions were purportedly under the pretense of conducting research at the University of Michigan, according to officials. Attorney General Pam Bondi emphasized the gravity of the situation, stating, “Attempting to smuggle biological materials under the guise of ‘research’ is a severe offense that jeopardizes America’s national and agricultural security.” The individuals involved have been identified as Xu Bai, 28, Fengfan Zhang, 27, and Zhiyong Zhang, 30. All were taking part in J-1 visa exchange programs designed for academic purposes. U.S. Attorney Jerome Gorgen noted that these allegations are part of a larger issue concerning the misuse of U.S. academic programs, which has increasingly involved international researchers. “These three men are part of a long and alarming pattern of criminal activities committed by Chinese nationals under the cover of the University of Michigan,” Gorgen said in a statement, while also thanking the FBI, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) and CBP for assisting in the case. The three scholars, who conducted research at the university’s Shawn Xu Laboratory in Ann Arbor, allegedly received multiple shipments of concealed biological materials related to roundworms from a Chinese Ph.D. student in Wuhan, China, Chengxuan Han. Han had previously worked at the university and was convicted of smuggling and making false statements before being removed from the U.S. Following Han’s removal, the university launched an internal investigation. When the three scholars refused to cooperate, they were terminated, making them eligible for deportation. Before an Oct. 16 flight to China from John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City, CBP stopped the men for inspection. Zhiyong Zhang allegedly provided false information about Han, while Xu Bai and Fengfan Zhang admitted to receiving packages even after Han’s removal. “This case underscores the vital importance of safeguarding the American people and addressing vulnerabilities within foreign student and exchange visitor programs,” ICE Director Todd M. Lyons said in a statement. “Educational institutions must enhance their admissions procedures to prevent exploitation, which can pose risks to national security. “I commend the ICE HSI agents and officers who work tirelessly to protect our nation and uphold the rule of law every day.” FBI Director Kash Patel added that such “academic research cannot excuse illegal activity,” while CBP Director of Field Operations Marty C. Raybon added, “Foreign actors continue to seek ways to exploit vulnerabilities, including within our nation’s higher education system to advance their agendas.” Jennifer Runyan, special agent in charge of the FBI Detroit Field Office, echoed that the agencies are “committed to protect the American people.” “The FBI will not tolerate any attempt to exploit our nation’s institutions, whether higher learning or otherwise, for unlawful purposes,” she added. HSI, FBI and CBP did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment.

Mexico becomes first country to reveal their 2026 World Cup jersey
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Mexico becomes first country to reveal their 2026 World Cup jersey

Mexico unveiled its 2026 World Cup home kit, returning to the iconic green and celebrating Aztec heritage with a modern twistAdidas incorporated subtle Piedra del Sol patterns, a holographic crest, and “Somos México” Supporters are divided online, some praise the classic design for its nostalgic feel, while others hope for a bolder look befitting a host nation Mexico have officially unveiled their home kit for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a striking return to the iconic green that has long defined El Tri. Designed by Adidas, the new jersey draws inspiration from the nation’s rich Aztec heritage and will debut on November 15 against Uruguay in Torreón, Mexico. The launch marks the first step in what promises to be a historic World Cup campaign, as Mexico co-hosts the tournament on home soil. Mexico unveil 2026 World Cup jersey After years of experimenting with darker tones and alternate shades, Mexico’s latest design revives the unmistakable green that symbolizes national pride and footballing passion. The shirt features Adidas’ signature three stripes on the shoulders and a subtle Aztec pattern inspired by the Piedra del Sol (Sun Stone), evoking the spirit of the jersey worn at the 1998 World Cup in France. The embossed holographic crest and the words “Somos México” (We are Mexico) printed inside the collar reinforce the connection between sport and cultural identity. The kit is completed with white shorts and red socks, bringing back the traditional red-white-green combination that fans have long cherished. Adidas’ sports marketing director, Rafael Pereira, told ESPN that the goal was to design a kit that “feels iconic” and makes every Mexican “proud of their identity.” Watch the video of the Mexican 2026 World Cup jersey unveiling below. He added that the inspiration came from “a deep connection to the people, the culture, and the pride that comes with representing Mexico.” Following the Uruguay match, El Tri will wear the kit again on November 19 against Paraguay, wrapping up their 2025 calendar before the global showpiece begins. Mexico 2026 World Cup shirt: Fans react Reactions to the new jersey have been mixed on social media. Many supporters have applauded the cultural tribute and praised Adidas for bringing back the classic look that defined Mexico’s football history. “Finally, we’re going green again, this feels like home,” one fan, Hernandez Manuel, wrote on X. However, some fans expected something bolder for a host nation’s World Cup kit, arguing that the design plays it too safe. “It’s beautiful, but I wanted something more daring for 2026,” another supporter, Cascado, commented. According to ESPN, the fan version of the jersey will retail for $107, while the authentic player edition is priced at $161. Long-sleeve and goalkeeper variations will range between $107 and $172. Mexico will officially wear their new home strip for the World Cup opener on June 11, 2026, at Estadio Banorte in Mexico City, a powerful moment celebrating not just football, but national identity and pride. 2026 World Cup qualified teams Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported on the number of national teams that have qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup so far. The list includes heavyweights such as reigning champions Argentina and Brazil, as well as nine African nations, including Ghana, Morocco, Egypt, and Algeria. Source: YEN.com.gh

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Arif Aiman wira JDT - Munoz
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Arif Aiman wira JDT - Munoz

JOHOR BAHRU: Ketua jurulatih Johor Darul Ta'zim (JDT), Xisco Munoz menyifatkan pemain sayap kanan, Arif Aiman Hanapi wira selepas membantu Harimau Selatan menewaskan Shanghai Shenhua FC 3-1 pada aksi Liga Juara-Juara Asia Elit (ACLE) Zon Timur di Stadium Sultan Ibrahim, Iskandar Puteri, malam tadi. Pengendali kelahiran Sepanyol itu berkata, Arif Aiman menunjukkan kematangan dan membuatkan pertahanan skuad kendalian Leonid Slutskiy tergamam dengan kelicikannya. "Malam ini (malam tadi) Arif dan pemain lain memiliki persefahaman yang baik, dia begitu berani beraksi di peringkat tertinggi Asia dan membuktikan kredibiliti sebagai pemain serba boleh tetapi apa yang diutamakan adalah bermain secara berpasukan. "Arif juga memahami kehendak saya dalam perancangan taktikal dan walaupun tidak jaringkan gol namun dua bantuan jaringan yang dilakukannya sudah memadai. "Nasihat saya kepada Arif untuk kekalkan momentum permainan, jangan putus asa walaupun tidak menjaringkan gol selepas satu percubaannya hanya sipi dari gawang gol. Tetapi kesungguhannya dalam perlawanan itu amat dihargai dan saya anggap dia wira JDT," katanya. Pada aksi berkenaan, Jonathan Silva muncul wira Harimau Selatan selepas meledak dua gol, manakala satu lagi disumbangkan pemain import Sepanyol, Oscar Arribas manakala Saulo Mineiro menjaringkan gol tunggal pelawat menerusi sepakan penalti. Munoz bagaimanapun terpaksa melupakan khidmat Ager Aketxe yang terpaksa direhatkan sekurang-kurangnya dua minggu selepas mengalami kecederaan pada minit ke-19. "Apabila Ager cedera, saya memasukkan Afiq (Fazail) dan mengubah formasi permainan kepada 4-4-2 dan mengekalkan insentisi permainan dengan bergerak dari posisi sayap kiri dan kanan. Kesannya kami mengawal permainan mengikut formasi yang dibentuk. "Apapun saingan masih panjang, perebutan slot lapan pasukan terbaik masih terbuka dan aksi seterusnya kami akan berdepan Melbourne City FC yang mula menunjukkan peningkatan mendadak," ujar Munoz.

Karnataka Board SSLC, PUC II Exam Datesheet 2026 Out; Check Schedule Here
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Karnataka Board SSLC, PUC II Exam Datesheet 2026 Out; Check Schedule Here

The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) has released the official timetable for the SSLC (Class 10) and PUC 2 (Class 12) examinations 2026. All the students, appearing for the exams can check and download the datesheet through the official website, kseab.karnataka.gov.in. The Karnataka Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) 1 exams will begin on March 18, 2026, with the First Language paper, and end on April 2 with the Social Science paper. The SSLC 2 exams will commence on May 18, 2026, with the First Language paper, and conclude on May 25 with Junior Technical School subjects. The Pre-University Course (PUC-1) exams will start on February 28, 2026, with Kannada and Arabic, and finish on March 17 with skill-based and applied subjects. The PUC-2 exams will begin on April 25, 2026, with Kannada and Arabic, and end on May 9 with vocational and language subjects. Karnataka SSLC-1 exam schedule March 18 – First Language March 23 – Science, Political Science, Hindustani Music, Carnatic Music March 25 – Second Language March 28 – Mathematics, Sociology March 30 – Third Language, NSQF (National Skill Qualification Framework) subjects April 1 – Junior Technical School subjects April 2 – Social Science Karnataka SSLC-2 exam schedule May 18 – First Language May 19 – Science, Political Science, Hindustani Music, Carnatic Music May 20 – Second Language May 21 – Mathematics, Sociology May 22 – Third Language, NSQF (National Skill Qualification Framework) subjects May 23 – Social Science May 25 – Junior Technical School subjects ALSO READ | Karnataka Board Lowers SSLC Passing Marks From 35% To 33%, Check Details Karnataka PUC-1 exam schedule February 28 – Kannada, Arabic March 2 – Geography, Statistics, Psychology March 3 – English March 4 – Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Marathi, Urdu, Sanskrit, French March 5 – History March 6 – Physics March 7 – Optional Kannada, Business Studies, Geology March 9 – Chemistry, Education, Basic Mathematics March 10 – Economics March 11 – Logic, Electronics, Home Science March 12 – Hindi March 13 – Political Science March 14 – Accountancy, Mathematics March 16 – Sociology, Biology, Computer Science March 17 – Hindustani Music, Electronics and Hardware, Apparel Madeups and Home Furnishing, Information Technology, Retail, Automobile, Healthcare, Beauty and Wellness Karnataka PUC II exam schedule May 2 – History, Chemistry May 4 – English May 5 – Hindi May 6 – Business Studies, Physics, Education May 7 – Sociology, Statistics May 8 – Geography, Psychology, Geology May 9 – Hindustani Music, Electronics and Hardware, Apparel Madeups and Home Furnishing, Information Technology, Retail, Automobile, Healthcare, Beauty and Wellness, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Marathi, Urdu, Sanskrit, French How To Check Karnataka SSLC, 2nd PUC Exam Schedule 2026? Step 1: Navigate to the official website, kseab.karnataka.gov.in. Step 2: Upon reaching the homepage, click on the Karnataka SSLC or Karnataka 2nd PUC timetable link. Step 3: Next up, the timetable will be displayed on the screen. Step 4: Check the details mentioned on the date sheet. Step 5: Save it and take a hard copy for future reference.

Lebih 3,300 hektar tanah terbiar di Kelantan dibangunkan dengan kos lebih RM26 juta
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Lebih 3,300 hektar tanah terbiar di Kelantan dibangunkan dengan kos lebih RM26 juta

KOTA BHARU: Kerajaan Kelantan bersama Jabatan Pertanian membangunkan lebih 3,300 hektar tanah terbiar dengan pelbagai tanaman sejak 2006 hingga tahun lalu, membabitkan kos lebih RM26 juta. Pengerusi Jawatankuasa Pertanian, Industri Agro Makanan dan Komoditi, Datuk Tuan Mohd Saripudin Tuan Ismail, berkata tanah terbiar milik sendiri atau sewaan itu dibangunkan dengan tanaman kekal seperti kelapa, durian dan limau madu selain tanaman singkat seperti sayur sayuran. "Daripada jumlah peruntukan itu, kerajaan negeri menyediakan peruntukan lebih RM12.6 juta meliputi pembangunan tanah terbiar seluas 2,332.57 hektar, manakala Kerajaan Persekutuan pula memperuntukkan lebih RM13.7 juta membabitkan tanah terbiar 1,000.35 hektar. "Keluasan minimum bagi mengusahakan tanah terbiar di bawah peruntukan Jabatan Pertanian adalah seluas 0.4 hektar dengan kadar peruntukan sebanyak RM25,000 bagi setiap hektar," katanya. Beliau berkata demikian menjawab soalan Kamaruzaman Mohamad (PAS-Gual Periok) mengenai keluasan tanah terbiar yang dikenal pasti di Kelantan dan rancangan kerajaan negeri untuk memajukan tanah berkenaan pada Persidangan Dewan Undangan Negeri di sini, hari ini. Katanya, kadar insentif berkenaan meliputi infrastruktur seperti pembersihan dan penyediaan kawasan, pembelian input, mekanisasi dan peralatan pertanian, penyediaan kemudahan infrastruktur ladang yang meliputi sistem pengairan dan saliran. "Sementara itu, Perbadanan Kemajuan Pertanian Negeri Kelantan (PKPNK) pula sedang membangunkan Agrovalley Rong Chenok di Pasir Mas dengan keluasan tanah lebih 109 hektar untuk menjalankan beberapa aktiviti pertanian seperti tanaman sayuran secara teknologi hidroponik, tanaman cili secara fertigasi dan pusat pembenihan ikan air tawar. "Bagi perancangan tahun 2025-2026, Kementerian Pertanian dan Keterjaminan Makanan (KPKM) sudah meluluskan beberapa peruntukan bagi membangunkan lagi aktiviti Pertanian di Agrovalley Rong Chenok seperti tanaman bagi sumber makanan ternakan ruminan (Napier), tanaman buah-buahan melon madu dan pisang," katanya.

Kadar cukai karbon masih belum ditetapkan - Amir Hamzah
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Kadar cukai karbon masih belum ditetapkan - Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR: Kerajaan masih belum menetapkan kadar membabitkan cukai karbon yang dijangka akan dilaksanakan tahun depan, sekali gus menepis dakwaan laporan berita mengatakan cukai berkenaan akan ditetapkan pada kadar RM15 setiap tan pelepasan karbon. Menteri Kewangan II, Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah, berkata laporan dikeluarkan agensi berita itu adalah terlalu awal kerana ketika ini kerajaan mahu membentangkan Rang Undang-Undang Perubahan Iklim Negara (RUUPIN) terlebih dahulu. "Kita ada metodologi, kita tahu bagaimana nak mengukur (pelepasan karbon) dalam penanda asas (baseline) yang kita ada. Jadi buat masa sekarang Kementerian Kewangan (MOF) belum membuat kajian yang mendalam yang mengatakan berapa cukai karbon kita nak buat. "Yang baseline itu penting kita nak wujudkan dulu di bawah Kementerian Sumber Asli dan Kelestarian Alam (NRES). Kita akan tunggu RUUPIN diluluskan kerana ia penting untuk mewujudkan metodologi standard dalam pengiraan pelepasan karbon. "Apabila kita sudah mengetahui jumlah sebenar pelepasan yang dikeluarkan oleh sesuatu pihak dan mempunyai penanda aras (benchmark) yang jelas, maka kita boleh melaksanakan cukai karbon secara adil. Sekiranya seseorang atau syarikat mengeluarkan pelepasan melebihi paras penanda aras yang ditetapkan, mereka akan dikenakan cukai karbon," katanya. Beliau berkata demikian ketika ditemui media selepas menghadiri Persidangan Antarabangsa Forum Pasaran Modal ASEAN (ACMF) 2025 di sini, hari ini. Yang turut hadir Pengerusi Eksekutif Suruhanjaya Sekuriti Malaysia (SC). Semalam Bloomberg melaporkan bahawa Malaysia sedang mempertimbangkan untuk menetapkan cukai karbon yang dirancang ke atas industri berkaitan pada kadar permulaan RM15 (AS$3.58) bagi setiap tan pelepasan, sebagai usaha untuk mengurangkan jejak iklim negara. Kerajaan telah mengadakan sesi perundingan mengenai cadangan tersebut, yang turut membabitkan penubuhan sebuah agensi baharu bagi melaksanakan inisiatif perubahan iklim, menurut sumber yang mengetahui perkara itu. Mereka meminta supaya identiti dirahsiakan kerana perbincangan masih bersifat tertutup. Menurut sumber, perbincangan masih berjalan dan rancangan itu masih boleh berubah. Sementara itu Menteri Sumber Asli dan Kelestarian Alam, Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani, kelmarin berkata RUUPIN dijadual dibentangkan pada Mesyuarat Pertama, Penggal Kelima Parlimen Ke-15 tahun hadapan. Katanya, RUUPIN kini pada peringkat semakan Jabatan Peguam Negara (AGC) selepas beberapa penyesuaian diperlukan, termasuk keputusan kerajaan menentukan entiti pengawal selia perubahan iklim negara. "RUU ini dijadualkan untuk dibentangkan pada mesyuarat pertama penggal ke-5 Parlimen 15 tahun 2026. Sepatutnya, ia tahun ini tetapi ada sedikit perubahan. "AGC nak minta kerajaan menentukan sama ada siapa nak pantau RUUPIN ini. Jadi agensi ini kita sedang fikirkan sama ada kita nak buat agensi macam MPOP, sama ada ia dihubungkan dengan kerajaan ataupun secara berasingan, inilah yang menyebabkan berlaku sedikit kelewatan," katanya di Dewan Rakyat baru-baru ini. Mengulas lanjut Amir berkata, hasil daripada kutipan cukai karbon ini pula akan digunakan untuk tujuan adaptasi dan pelaksanaan pelbagai inisiatif pengurangan karbon. "Syarikat yang melaksanakan inisiatif hijau atau usaha mengurangkan pelepasan akan menerima insentif daripada kerajaan," katanya.

Eclipse onto Greenland carbonatite-hosted rare earths to 190m
Good Fats, Great Skin: How Ghee And Butter Keep Winter Dryness Away
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Good Fats, Great Skin: How Ghee And Butter Keep Winter Dryness Away

As the temperatures drop and the air turns dry, our skin often bears the brunt of winter losing its natural moisture, feeling tight, and appearing dull. While we rush to replenish hydration with creams and serums, beauty experts and nutritionists agree that true nourishment begins much deeper from within. And surprisingly, the solution may lie in your kitchen. For generations, Indian households have trusted ghee and butter not just as culinary staples, but as natural elixirs for skin and overall wellness. Once shunned in the age of “low-fat” diets, these traditional dairy fats are now making a scientific comeback as skin-loving superfoods. “During winters, our skin loses moisture much faster, but real hydration starts from within,” says Ravin Saluja, Director, Sterling Agro Industries Ltd. (Nova Dairy). “Traditional dairy fats like ghee and butter, which many people tend to skip today, are actually rich in omega-3 fatty acids and vitamins A, D, and E. These nutrients strengthen the skin barrier and keep it nourished from the inside out. Even a spoonful of ghee in your meals can help your skin stay softer and less dull.” Beyond their nutrient profile, these fats play a crucial biological role in supporting the skin’s hydration system. According to Dr Debojyoti Dhar, co-founder & Director, Leucine Rich Bio (BugSpeaks), the connection between nutrition, gut health, and glowing skin is far more intricate than most realize. “People often treat skin dryness as a surface problem, but hydration is a biological process linked closely to gut health,” he explains. “Research shows that fats such as ghee help maintain microbial balance, reduce systemic inflammation, and support better nutrient absorption. This internal harmony reflects externally through improved skin and texture, particularly in winter.” The science behind these observations is compelling. Vitamins like A and E are powerful antioxidants that repair skin damage, while omega-3 fatty acids improve elasticity and reduce inflammation. Ghee also contains butyric acid, a short-chain fatty acid known to support gut integrity and, in turn, healthy skin. As Dr Dhar notes, “Traditional diets, rich in natural fats, intuitively supported these mechanisms long before microbiome science could explain them. It’s tradition meeting evidence and the results are visible, quite literally.” So, this winter, while you reach for your moisturizer, remember to nourish your skin from within. A small spoonful of ghee on your rotis or a pat of butter on your toast might just be your most effective beauty ritual yet.

Ben Affleck’s Enigmatic Encounter: Mystery Woman Spotted in His BMW
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Ben Affleck’s Enigmatic Encounter: Mystery Woman Spotted in His BMW

Ben Affleck was seen cruising through Los Angeles on Wednesday, accompanied by a stylish mystery woman in his shiny BMW. It’s yet to be determined whether this brunette companion is connected to him professionally or if there’s a personal connection between them. Since his brief marriage to Jennifer Lopez ended last year, the 53-year-old actor has not been publicly linked to anyone romantically. Affleck cut a striking figure in a summery beige blazer layered over a pink shirt, leaving a few top buttons undone for a casual yet charming look. The woman seated beside him in the car was dressed warmly for the autumn weather, sporting a sweater and jeans, complemented by a chic Yves Saint Laurent bag. Her bold dark red lipstick stood out against her glowing skin, with her sleek dark hair and fringe peeking beneath oversized sunglasses adding to her allure. The sighting comes two days after Affleck’s former flame Lindsay Shookus showed her support to Lopez’ ex Alex Rodriguez as she attended the premiere of his new documentary on Monday. The former Saturday Night Live producer, 45 — who famously dated Ben, 53, off-and-on from 2017 to 2019 — made a glamorous appearance at the Alex vs. A-Rod premiere at DGA Theater in New York City. She wowed in a high-neck black gown with a sheer skirt at the event, while Rodriguez, 50, was dapper in a black suit. The sighting raised some eyebrows, as Rodriguez is the former fiance of Affleck’s ex-wife Lopez, 56. Affleck and Lopez’s divorce was finalized earlier in January, after two years of marriage. However, the retired New York Yankee previously clarified to People that he and Shookus ‘have been friends for 15 years’ back in 2021 when they sparked romance rumors. ‘There is nothing there at all,’ his rep stated at the time. In 2021, Rodriguez and Shookus were spotted at a Hamptons party together, shortly after Affleck rekindled his romance with Lopez and after she and Rodriguez ended their own engagement. Shookus and Affleck initially split in August 2018, but they briefly reconciled in March 2019 before breaking up again just a month later in April. Meanwhile Lopez and Rodriguez famously ended their four-year relationship in April 2021 shortly after posing for their final selfie on March 26, 2021. Lopez and her now fourth ex-husband Affleck reportedly started surreptitiously texting each other again in February 2021 before tying the knot in 2022 and finalizing their divorce on February 21. Last month, Lopez was asked by Watch What Happens Live host Andy Cohen if it was true that that ‘A-Rod was DMing one of the cast members’ of Southern Charm during their relationship. ‘There was a lot of speculation in the press or on this show that that somehow led to your breakup. Is there anything you can speak to about that?’ the 57-year-old presenter asked. ‘You know, I really have nothing to say about my personal life anymore,’ Lopez shockingly declared. ‘I feel like it’s… I’m done with that.’ Just last month, Lopez said her divorce from Affleck was the ‘best thing that ever happened’ to her. While reflecting on their split, the actress admitted that their split ‘changed’ her and ‘helped me grow in a way that I needed to grow.’ Back in August 2024, Lopez filed for divorce from Affleck on their second wedding anniversary, citing ‘irreconcilable differences.’ Lopez and Affleck were married for two years, from their initial, low-key wedding ceremony in July 2022 up until to the singer filed for divorce in August 2024. They had previously been in a relationship back in the early 2000s and rekindled their romance in 2021 before tying the knot a year later.

SARA diperluas ke lebih banyak kedai runcit, koperasi
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SARA diperluas ke lebih banyak kedai runcit, koperasi

KUALA LUMPUR: Program Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) akan diperluas bagi merangkumi lebih banyak kedai runcit kecil termasuk koperasi, selain produk keluaran Perusahaan Mikro, Kecil dan Sederhana (PMKS) tempatan, kata Ketua Setiausaha Perbendaharaan (KSP) Datuk Johan Mahmood. Ia bagi memastikan setiap penerima di seluruh negara, termasuk kawasan luar bandar dapat membelanjakan bantuan mereka dengan mudah. Langkah itu juga bertujuan memastikan program bantuan bersasar berkenaan bukan sahaja membantu isi rumah, tetapi turut merancakkan lagi ekonomi komuniti setempat dan pengusaha kecil. Ketua Setiausaha Perbendaharaan, Datuk Johan Mahmood Merican, berkata kerajaan akan menambah tumpuan kepada penyertaan kedai-kedai yang lebih kecil, termasuk kedai koperasi. Tambahnya, sememangnya ada Petunjuk Prestasi Utama (KPI) yang ditetapkan terhadap kedai yang terbabit di bawah program SARA, yang mana jaraknya tidak boleh lebih 10 kilometer daripada kawasan penerima. Katanya, penetapan itu bagi memastikan semua penerima SARA mempunyai akses untuk berbelanja tanpa perlu ke kawasan jauh. Menurutnya, sebanyak lebih 8,000 premis telah mengambil bahagian di bawah SARA, yang mana lebih 2,000 kedai runcit adalah kedai runcit tempatan sementara lainnya mempunyai rangkaian nasional. Jelasnya, pendekatan itu amat penting terutama di kawasan pedalaman seperti Sabah, yang sebelum ini memerlukan operasi khas termasuk penggunaan bank bergerak untuk menyalurkan bantuan tunai. Namun, dengan SARA, beliau berkata, penerima kini boleh terus berbelanja di kedai berhampiran tanpa perlu tunai. "Sememangnya kita hendak lebih banyak kedai runcit kecil di kawasan luar bandar dan kedai koperasi untuk menjual barangan di bawah SARA. "Kita hendak memastikan bahawa semua penerima dapat membelanjakan SARA," katanya kepada BH dalam satu temubual ekslusif baru-baru ini. Selain perluasan penyertaan kedai runcit kecil, Johan berkata, kerajaan juga mahu memperluaskan bilangan produk yang dihasilkan syarikat perusahaan mikro, kecil dan sederhana (PMKS) yang dimasukkan di bawah SARA. Beliau berkata, peluasan produk tempatan itu juga memberi akses dan memenuhi keperluan barangan asas penerima SARA terutama di kawasan luar bandar. Menurutnya, Perdana Menteri, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim ada menyebut dalam pembentangan Belanjawan 2026 yang lalu bahawa beliau sempat meninjau pelaksanaan SARA di kedai runcit Baling dan melihat sendiri produk tempatan seperti Kopi Cap Gantang dan Kicap Lembu Berlaga boleh dibeli melalui SARA. Justeru, katanya, kerajaan akan memperluas rangkaian kedai runcit terbabit di setiap negeri, sambil memperkukuh penyertaan produk tempatan agar manfaat ekonomi SARA turut dinikmati oleh pengusaha kecil dan pengeluar tempatan. "Fokus kita bukan saja memperluas jumlah kedai, malahan turut memperkukuh ekosistem ekonomi tempatan melalui produk PMKS," katanya. SARA ialah bantuan tunai yang dikreditkan ke dalam MyKad penerima yang layak bagi pembelian barangan keperluan asas tanpa tunai secara automatik melalui akaun yang dibuka menggunakan MyKad penerima.

Dessini sajikan resipi kejayaan serantau
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Dessini sajikan resipi kejayaan serantau

SEBAGAI salah satu jenama perkakas rumah dan dapur yang semakin dikenali di Malaysia, Dessini pantas muncul sebagai salah satu jenama perkakas rumah dan dapur yang paling dikenali di Malaysia. Jenama ini didorong oleh matlamat jelas iaitu untuk mendekatkan kualiti kepada semua dengan menawarkan produk yang setanding prestasi dan kebolehpercayaan jenama global, tetapi dengan harga mampu dimiliki rakyat Malaysia. Pada tahun 2025, jenama itu mencatatkan prestasi terbaiknya setakat ini, dengan menjual 1.9 juta unit merentasi 2,030 varian produk, satu pencapaian memecah rekod yang mengukuhkan kedudukannya dalam pasaran tempatan. Syarikat induknya, Chiwawa Asia, ialah platform e-dagang sehenti terkemuka di Malaysia serta hab dagangan dan pengedaran dalam talian yang penting. Ia melayani ekosistem yang luas, merangkumi pengguna akhir, perusahaan swasta, kilang, hinggalah kepada agensi kerajaan. Baru-baru ini, Chiwawa dan Dessini menerima pengiktirafan ke senarai Asean Records 2025 atas prestasi cemerlang mereka. Tahniah atas pencapaian Asean Records bagi jumlah unit perkakas memasak tertinggi yang dijual dalam setahun. Apakah strategi utama yang menyumbang kepada pencapaian luar biasa ini? Pencapaian ini hasil usaha berpasukan dan kepercayaan pengguna yang teguh. Berpandukan pendekatan mengutamakan pelanggan, kami sentiasa mengkaji tabiat pengguna untuk membangunkan perkakas memasak berkualiti tinggi dan berpatutan yang disesuaikan dengan gaya hidup rakyat Malaysia. Kejayaan kami diperkukuh oleh kehadiran saluran menyeluruh yang mantap, daripada jualan dalam kedai hinggalah ke platform dalam talian seperti Shopee dan TikTok Shop. Ia memastikan akses mudah untuk semua pelanggan. Kami juga mengamalkan strategi pemasaran kolaboratif, bekerjasama dengan pencipta kandungan tempatan dan mengambil bahagian dalam kempen dalam pasaran maya untuk mencapai audiens yang lebih luas. Kami sentiasa komited kepada janji kami iaitu memberikan nilai tanpa menjejaskan kualiti atau kemampuan. Jualan melebihi 1.9 juta unit, termasuk 327,000 set merentasi 2,030 varian, adalah satu pencapaian sangat besar. Bagaimanakah Dessini mengekalkan kualiti supaya kekal konsisten? Menguruskan portfolio yang pelbagai memerlukan sistem pengurusan kualiti sangat berstruktur. Pasukan kami yang terdiri daripada lebih 30 pembangun produk dan pakar jaminan kualiti untuk memastikan setiap produk menjalani ujian dan pemeriksaan yang rapi sebelum dikeluarkan. Kami juga menyeragamkan pengeluaran merentasi kilang rakan kongsi dan hanya bekerjasama dengan pembekal yang disahkan dan sudah lama bekerjasama. Setiap produk yang menggunakan nama Dessini mesti memenuhi piawaian yang sama iaitu tahan lama, selamat dan bergaya. Apakah yang mendorong populariti Dessini di Malaysia, dan bagaimanakah tingkah laku pengguna tempatan membentuk strategi produk dan pemasaran anda? Kejayaan kami terletak pada pemahaman, pengguna Malaysia menghargai praktikaliti, ketahanan dan kemampuan harga. Tradisi masakan tempatan, daripada memasak rendang, menggoreng kilas, hingga mengukus, menuntut perkakas memasak yang berprestasi merentasi pelbagai gaya masakan. Oleh itu, reka bentuk kami memberi keutamaan kepada salutan antilekat (non-stick) termaju, pemegang ergonomik, dan estetik kontemporari yang sesuai untuk dapur moden Malaysia. Dari segi pemasaran, kami menekankan pembabitan tulen melalui penstriman secara langsung, kolaborasi dengan pencipta kandungan dan acara komuniti yang mendekatkan jenama kepada pengguna. Produk manakah yang paling popular atau inovatif? Produk kami yang terlaris adalah Set Memasak Premium Antilekat Saiz 12 Dessini. Ia menggabungkan kualiti, kepraktisan dan kemampuan harga dengan tiga ciri yang amat dihargai isi rumah Malaysia. Set ini menampilkan salutan antilekat yang tahan lama, pengagihan haba yang sekata, dan pelbagai saiz kuali untuk masakan harian. Pelanggan mengatakan, set ini mudah dibersihkan, tahan lama dan memberikan prestasi perkakas memasak premium pada harga yang berpatutan. Bagaimanakah Dessini membuat keputusan mengenai produk baharu untuk diperkenalkan? Setiap produk bermula dengan maklum balas daripada pengguna. Kami memantau data jualan, maklum balas dan trend masakan untuk mengenal pasti keperluan sebenar. Pasukan penyelidikan dan pembangunan kami kemudiannya membangunkan prototaip yang mengimbangi prestasi, reka bentuk dan kemampuan harga. Sebelum pengeluaran secara besar-besaran, kami merintis produk baharu di kedai terpilih dan platform dalam talian untuk memastikan ia memberikan nilai sebenar kepada pengguna. Apakah peranan yang telah dimainkan oleh platform e-dagang dan kerjasama peruncitan dalam kejayaan anda? E-dagang membawa perubahan besar kepada jualan dan populariti jenama kami. Platform seperti Shopee, TikTok Shop, dan Lazada membolehkan kami mencapai jutaan pelanggan secara langsung. Kerjasama ini menyediakan akses kepada data yang berharga, alatan pemasaran, dan peluang dagangan secara langsung, berbeza dengan peruncitan konvensional. Pada masa sama, kami terus mengukuhkan kehadiran luar talian kami melalui kolaborasi dengan pasar raya besar dan jerayawara di seluruh negara, mewujudkan pengalaman dalam talian-ke-luar talian yang lancar untuk pelanggan. Bagaimanakah Dessini menangani kelestarian dalam bahan dan proses pengeluarannya? Kelestarian adalah sebahagian daripada operasi kami. Kami sedang beralih kepada bahan mesra alam dan proses pengeluaran yang cekap tenaga. Semua perkakas memasak kami kini menggunakan salutan anti-lekat bebas PFOA, dan pembungkusan kami sudah beralih daripada plastik kepada kotak kadbod yang boleh dikitar semula. Langkah-langkah ini mencerminkan komitmen kami untuk mengurangkan jejak alam sekitar. Apakah trend baharu yang anda lihat membentuk pertumbuhan Dessini dan Chiwawa dalam beberapa tahun akan datang? Walaupun pasaran seperti China dan Indonesia mempunyai ekosistem e-dagang yang sangat matang, sektor Malaysia mempunyai potensi amat besar dan pesat berkembang. Kami melihat ini sebagai peluang signifikan, dan kami percaya Malaysia akan mengalami lonjakan pertumbuhan yang serupa seperti yang dilihat di negara jiran tidak lama lagi. Sepanjang tiga hingga lima tahun akan datang, landskap e-dagang tempatan akan berkembang dengan pantas, mewujudkan peluang transformatif untuk pemain industri seperti kami. Apakah langkah seterusnya untuk Dessini dan Chiwawa di Malaysia dan rantau ini? Kami mengukuhkan kehadiran domestik kami melalui pengembangan peruncitan luar talian dan kerjasama yang lebih mendalam dengan pencipta kandungan serta ahli gabungan (affiliates). Di peringkat serantau, kami sedang meneroka kolaborasi merentasi pasaran Asean. Pelan hala tuju produk kami melangkaui perkakas memasak untuk merangkumi perkakas rumah kecil, alatan dapur pintar dan peralatan minuman yang premium. Wawasan kami amat jelas, untuk menetapkan Dessini sebagai jenama perkakas dapur paling dipercayai di Malaysia dan peneraju serantau di Asia Tenggara. Kami mahu frasa "Buatan Malaysia" berdiri teguh setanding kualiti yang bertaraf dunia. Dalam memperoleh kepercayaan pengguna, kami mengekalkan piawaian pada tahap yang tinggi, sentiasa berinovatif dan menghasilkan produk yang lebih baik.

Man City’s Foden scores two goals in win over Dortmund in Champions League
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Man City’s Foden scores two goals in win over Dortmund in Champions League

Phil Foden sent an emphatic reminder to England’s head coach Thomas Tuchel with two brilliantly taken goals in Manchester City’s 4-1 win over Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League on Wednesday. “He is back,” City manager Pep Guardiola said. “He is a special player.” Tuchel will name his latest England squad this week after overlooking Foden so far this season, and with time running out before next year’s World Cup. But the City forward strengthened his case for a recall with an inspired performance against Dortmund. He scored in each half at the Etihad Stadium, with star striker Erling Haaland smashing home his 27th of the season in between. Substitute Rayan Cherki got the other after Waldemar Anton scored for Dortmund. Tuchel is set to announce his squad on Friday for the final World Cup qualifiers against Serbia and Albania, with England having already secured qualification. Foden has rediscovered some of his best form this season after enduring a frustrating campaign last term as City relinquished the Premier League title. His goals on Tuesday – both swept low into the bottom corner – took his tally on the season to four and could have come at just the right time to capture Tuchel’s attention. “There’s no person in this country or around the world that doesn’t know his quality and ability, but England is so lucky to have this amount of good players,” Guardiola said. “In his position there are a lot, and that’s why he has to push himself to be better and better and better.” Foden’s omission from England’s four games this season has been a talking point, with players like Eberechi Eze, Marcus Rashford and Anthony Gordon all adding to the competition for places. Despite being widely regarded as one of the most gifted English players of his generation, Foden is still to consistently perform for England. And it appears he is yet to convince Tuchel after being given chances in the German’s first games in charge earlier this season. “Thomas is so smart and wise and knows exactly what the team needs,” Guardiola said. “I think Thomas knows perfectly [about] Phil. What Phil wants to do is play better and better and better.” Haaland achieves new goal record Haaland set another scoring benchmark in the Champions League after finding the back of the net for the fifth consecutive game for City in European club football’s elite club tournament. According to City, he is the first player to achieve that feat with three different teams, having previously done so with former clubs RB Salzburg and Dortmund. His latest goal – a powerfully struck effort from close range – was his 54th in 52 games in the Champions League. Lionel Messi has the record for reaching 60 goals in the fewest number of games, at 80. Haaland looks certain to beat that – possibly before the league phase of this year’s tournament is completed. Rodri didn’t even make the bench after returning from a hamstring injury against Bournemouth last weekend. Guardiola said City was being cautious about the Spain international, but his absence raises doubts over whether he will be available for the league clash against Liverpool on Sunday. Rodri missed the majority of last season with an ACL injury, and his contribution has been limited this term.

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