‘Big Bad Wolf' will be in Kelantan from May 29 to June 10
Big Bad Wolf Sdn Bhd Public Relations Office Geetha Nair said the English book sale will be held on the second floor of Mydin Mall in Tunjong here from May 29 to June 9, from 10 am to 10 pm.
'In this age of modern technology, even though electronic devices and social media dominate our lives, we have taken the initiative to create a reading culture by giving the public the opportunity to get books for as low as RM3 each.
'The reading culture is important for intellectual development and creativity, with the desire that every person can hold at least one book in their hands,' she told reporters after the Exclusive Media Preview Ceremony at the Kelantan State Public Library, here today.
She said that among the benefits of technological developments in cultivating reading culture is that it allows readers to buy books physically, which is much different from reading online using gadgets, because books can be held, and the layout is more attractive.
'This third appearance by Big Bad Wolf in Kelantan promises a wider selection of books at cheap discount prices,' she said, adding that the books cover various genres suitable for all ages, with 70 per cent of them being children's books, including waterproof books for newborn babies.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
The Sun
17 hours ago
- The Sun
Smart digital classrooms launched at six ADTEC campuses in Malaysia
KULAI: A new Proof-of-Concept (POC) project featuring Smart and Digital Classrooms has been rolled out at six Advanced Technology Training Centre (ADTEC) campuses under the Department of Manpower (JTM). The initiative aims to strengthen the link between education and industry within Malaysia's Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) ecosystem. Human Resources Minister Steven Sim Chee Keong said the six-month project, running until December, is a collaboration between the Human Resources Ministry (KESUMA) and Huawei Technologies (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. (Huawei Malaysia). The Smart Classroom POC is being implemented at ADTEC Senai in Kulai, serving as the main reference centre. Meanwhile, the Digital Classroom concept is being introduced at five other ADTEC campuses in Pasir Gudang, Johor Bahru, Pedas, Selandar, Perai, and Jerantut. 'This pilot project does not involve any cost to KESUMA or the government. It stems from a collaboration with Huawei following my visit to China with the Prime Minister last November, which led to the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the company,' Sim said. In the initial phase, the focus is on training instructors. Over the past two days, about 40 trainers under JTM have undergone training to familiarise themselves with the system. Sim emphasised that TVET institutions must not only deliver technical training but also prioritise soft skills development, including communication, critical thinking, leadership, and teamwork. 'These added-value skills are crucial for enhancing the employability of graduates. I've always stressed that TVET should go beyond technical competencies by instilling soft skills. Communication, in particular, is key, and we are looking into offering language courses such as English, Arabic, Mandarin, and Tamil to further boost our students' marketability,' he added. – Bernama
Barnama
18 hours ago
- Barnama
POC Project Introduces Smart, Digital Classrooms At Six ADTEC Campuses
KULAI, July 13 (Bernama) -- A pilot Proof-of-Concept (POC) project featuring Smart and Digital Classrooms has been launched at six Advanced Technology Training Centre (ADTEC) campuses under the Department of Manpower (JTM), aimed at enhancing the integration between education and industry within the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) ecosystem. Human Resources Minister Steven Sim Chee Keong said the six-month initiative, running until December, is the result of a collaboration between the Human Resources Ministry (KESUMA) and Huawei Technologies (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. (Huawei Malaysia). The Smart Classroom POC is being carried out at ADTEC Senai in Kulai, which has been designated as the main reference centre for the initiative. Meanwhile, the Digital Classroom concept is being introduced at five other ADTEC campuses — Pasir Gudang, Johor Bahru; Pedas, Negeri Sembilan; Selandar, Melaka; Perai, Penang; and Jerantut, Pahang. 'This pilot project does not involve any cost to KESUMA or the government. It stems from a collaboration with Huawei following my visit to China with the Prime Minister last November, which led to the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the company. 'In this initial phase, the focus is on training instructors. Over the past two days, about 40 trainers under JTM have undergone training to familiarise themselves with the system,' he told a press conference after launching the Smart Classroom TVET initiative at ADTEC Senai here today. He added that TVET institutions must not only deliver technical training, but also place strong emphasis on developing essential soft skills, or 'power skills' such as communication, critical thinking, leadership, and teamwork. 'These added-value skills are crucial for enhancing the employability of graduates,' he said. 'I've always stressed that TVET should go beyond technical competencies by instilling soft skills. Communication, in particular, is key and we are looking into offering language courses such as English, Arabic, Mandarin, Tamil and others to further boost our students' marketability,' he added.
New Straits Times
20 hours ago
- New Straits Times
True grit: Limbless Jafri defies limits to inspire and earn a living
KOTA BARU: Despite being born without hands and toes, 34-year-old Mohamad Jafri Daud has never let his disability stand in the way of earning a living with his wife. With unwavering determination, Jafri has made it his life's mission to change negative perceptions of people with disabilities (OKU), showing that grit and self-belief matter more than physical limitations. "Rather than expecting sympathy, my condition gives me strength. I don't see it as a hindrance, but as a motivation to prove that we, too, are capable. "I'm also blessed to have a supportive wife, Nur Aika Mansor, 30, who accepted me wholeheartedly and has been my pillar of strength. "As long as I am able, I want to be responsible for providing for my family. Being an OKU has pushed me to do my best, just like anyone else," he said at his home in Panchor. Affectionately known as "Pak Do", Jafri said he and his wife tried various ventures, including selling second-hand clothes online during the Covid-19 pandemic but had to stop in 2022 due to poor demand. "Even then, we never gave up. We started selling 'keropok' by the roadside for about a year. Then, in November last year, my wife's family offered us a space at their burger stall. That's where we started our burger business," he said. Jafri also works as a helper at the stall, earning RM65 per day. Together, the couple now sells up to 50 burgers daily at RM3 each, a feat he takes pride in, despite his physical challenges. "Initially, the hardest part was separating the burger patties and placing them on the hot plate, since I don't have fingers like everyone else. But over time, I got used to it and can now do it on my own. My wife helps by wrapping the burgers," he said. The 11th of 12 siblings, Jafri said they hope to one day open a kiosk or a small shop of their own. To supplement their income, he also takes up small jobs repairing jeans, and processes and sells traditional 'bekok' (dried fermented fish). While Jafri receives a monthly RM450 allowance from the Welfare Department, he does not want to rely solely on government aid. "I hope my story inspires other OKU not to give up on life. Don't let your condition become an excuse. With effort, prayer and the right attitude, there is always a way forward," he said.
