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Daily Express
15-07-2025
- Health
- Daily Express
MP pushes for new hospital in Libaran
Published on: Tuesday, July 15, 2025 Published on: Tue, Jul 15, 2025 By: Winnie Kasmir Text Size: He says HDOK is now operating beyond its original capacity and unable to cope with the growing number of patients. SANDAKAN: Libaran MP Datuk Suhaimi Nasir has urged the government to seriously consider and expedite the proposal for a new hospital in the Libaran constituency, citing critical strain on public healthcare facilities at the Duchess of Kent Hospital (HDOK) in here. He said HDOK is now operating beyond its original capacity and is unable to cope with the growing number of patients, not only from Sandakan but also from Libaran, Beluran, Telupid and Kinabatangan. Advertisement 'The wards are often full, the shortage of beds has become a daily issue, and patients are left waiting or placed along hospital corridors,' he said in a statement on Saturday. Suhaimi also highlighted the worsening parking situation at the hospital. 'The lack of adequate parking spaces continues to complicate matters for patients, their families and hospital staff. 'I have repeatedly raised this issue in Parliament and the Sabah State Assembly over several terms, yet the proposal for a new hospital in Libaran has not been included in any of the 10th, 11th or 12th Malaysia Plans. 'This is deeply disappointing, especially when the population of Sandakan has now exceeded 500,000,' he said. Suhaimi believes that establishing a new hospital in Libaran would not only ease congestion at HDOK but also improve access to healthcare for rural residents, particularly those living far from the city centre. He further called on the Ministry of Health to speed up the deployment of specialists and medical equipment at HDOK, especially in critical areas such as cardiology, anaesthesiology, emergency care and paediatrics services which remain insufficient at the current facility. 'The people of Libaran and the entire east coast of Sabah deserve a fair and efficient healthcare system. This is not a political issue. It is a matter of public welfare and saving lives,' he said. Suhaimi, who is also the Umno Sabah Information Chief, reiterated his commitment to pushing this agenda forward until it is no longer delayed, ensuring that the people of Sabah receive healthcare services on par with other states in Malaysia. 'This is about the well-being and health of the people. Libaran and the east coast of Sabah are entitled to the same healthcare standards as any other region in the country,' he said. * 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
The Sun
14-07-2025
- The Sun
Sarawak GOF seizes RM1.6m smuggled goods, detains nine in Op Taring
KUCHING: The Sarawak General Operations Force (GOF) seized smuggled goods worth RM1.6 million in a five-day operation across multiple districts. Nine individuals, including an Indonesian national, were detained in the crackdown codenamed Operation Taring. The operation, conducted from July 7 to 11, involved coordinated efforts between intelligence and infantry units from the 10th and 11th PGA Battalions. Among the confiscated items were frozen food, diesel, and unapproved medicines. In Bau on July 7, a 40-year-old local man was arrested after 350 boxes of frozen food without a valid permit were found in his lorry, valued at RM209,600. The following day in Sibu, two men—a local and an Indonesian—were detained, with authorities seizing 238kg of frozen food, a forklift, and a vehicle worth RM479,099. On July 9, a 34-year-old man in Lundu was caught transporting 230 litres of diesel without a permit, leading to the seizure of fuel and jerrycans worth RM81,155.50. The same day in Kota Samarahan, two men were arrested with 18,000 litres of diesel, 17 IBC tanks, and a tanker lorry valued at RM218,840. A raid in Kuching on July 10 uncovered 4,500 litres of diesel, storage tanks, and equipment worth RM381,060, resulting in the arrest of two men. - Bernama The final arrest occurred in Bau on July 11, where a 62-year-old was caught with 4,032 boxes of unapproved medicines and herbs in his vehicle.
Japan Today
13-07-2025
- Politics
- Japan Today
Australia will not commit troops in advance to any conflict, minister says
Australia's Minister for Defence Industry Pat Conroy gestures during the 10th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Defense Ministers' Meeting Plus in Jakarta, Indonesia, November 16, 2023. REUTERS/Willy Kurniawan/Pool/File Photo By Kirsty Needham Australia will not commit troops in advance to any conflict, Defense Industry Minister Pat Conroy said on Sunday, responding to a report that the Pentagon has pressed its ally to clarify what role it would play if the U.S. and China went to war over Taiwan. Australia prioritizes its sovereignty and "we don't discuss hypotheticals", Conroy said in an interview with the Australian Broadcasting Corporation. "The decision to commit Australian troops to a conflict will be made by the government of the day, not in advance but by the government of the day," he said. The Financial Times reported on Saturday that Elbridge Colby, the U.S. under-secretary of defense for policy, has been pushing Australian and Japanese defense officials on what they would do in a Taiwan conflict, although the U.S. does not offer a blank check guarantee to defend Taiwan. Colby posted on X that the Department of Defense is implementing President Donald Trump's "America First" agenda of restoring deterrence, which includes "urging allies to step up their defense spending and other efforts related to our collective defense". China claims democratically governed Taiwan as its own and has not ruled out the use of force to bring Taiwan under its control. Taiwan President Lai Ching-te rejects China's sovereignty claims, saying only Taiwan's people can decide their future. Australia's largest war-fighting exercise with the United States, involving 30,000 troops from 19 countries, opens on Sunday on Sydney Harbour. Conroy said Australia was concerned about China's military buildup of nuclear and conventional forces, and wants a balanced Indo-Pacific region where no country dominates. "China is seeking to secure a military base in the region and we are working very hard to be the primary security partner of choice for the region because we don't think that's a particularly optimal thing for Australia," he said, referring to the Pacific Islands. Security is expected to be on the agenda when Prime Minister Anthony Albanese meets China's leaders this week. He arrived in Shanghai on Saturday for a six-day visit. The Talisman Sabre exercise will span 6,500 km, from Australia's Indian Ocean territory of Christmas Island to the Coral Sea on Australia's east coast. Conroy said it was possible China's navy would be watching the exercise to collect information, as it had done in the past. The United States is Australia's major security ally. Although Australia does not permit foreign bases, the U.S. military is expanding its rotational presence and fuel stores on Australian bases, which from 2027 will have U.S. Virginia submarines at port in Western Australia. These would play a key role in supporting U.S. forces in any conflict over Taiwan, analysts say. © Thomson Reuters 2025.
Straits Times
13-07-2025
- Politics
- Straits Times
Australia will not commit troops in advance to any conflict, minister says
Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox Australia's Minister for Defence Industry Pat Conroy gestures during the 10th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Defense Ministers' Meeting Plus in Jakarta, Indonesia, November 16, 2023. REUTERS/Willy Kurniawan/Pool/File Photo SYDNEY - Australia will not commit troops in advance to any conflict, Defence Industry Minister Pat Conroy said on July 13, responding to a report that the Pentagon has pressed its ally to clarify what role it would play if the US and China went to war over Taiwan. Australia prioritises its sovereignty and 'we don't discuss hypotheticals', Mr Conroy said in an interview with the Australian Broadcasting Corporation. 'The decision to commit Australian troops to a conflict will be made by the government of the day, not in advance but by the government of the day,' he said. The Financial Times reported on July 12 that Mr Elbridge Colby, the US under-secretary of defence for policy, has been pushing Australian and Japanese defence officials on what they would do in a Taiwan conflict, although the US does not offer a blank cheque guarantee to defend Taiwan. Mr Colby posted on X that the Department of Defence is implementing President Donald Trump's 'America First' agenda of restoring deterrence, which includes 'urging allies to step up their defense spending and other efforts related to our collective defence'. China claims democratically governed Taiwan as its own and has not ruled out the use of force to bring Taiwan under its control. Taiwan President Lai Ching-te rejects China's sovereignty claims, saying only Taiwan's people can decide their future. Australia's largest war-fighting exercise with the United States, involving 30,000 troops from 19 countries, opens on July 13 on Sydney Harbour. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Singapore Government looking at enhancing laws around vaping to tackle issue of drug-laced vapes in Singapore Singapore Why the vape scourge in Singapore concerns everyone Singapore I lost my daughter to Kpod addiction: Father of 19-year-old shares heartbreak and lessons Singapore Organised crime groups pushing drug-laced vapes in Asia including Singapore: UN Singapore Prison school to NUS: At 36, former drug abuser finds it's never too late to get a degree Singapore Driver arrested after 66-year-old woman dies in car crash at Geylang pasar malam Singapore Bland and boring? Some hospitals seek help from big names to enhance food menus for patients Asia Patriotism, peace and pain: The politics behind China's World War II narrative Mr Conroy said Australia was concerned about China's military buildup of nuclear and conventional forces, and wants a balanced Indo-Pacific region where no country dominates. 'China is seeking to secure a military base in the region and we are working very hard to be the primary security partner of choice for the region because we don't think that's a particularly optimal thing for Australia,' he said, referring to the Pacific Islands. Security is expected to be on the agenda when Prime Minister Anthony Albanese meets China's leaders this week. He arrived in Shanghai on July 12 for a six-day visit. The Talisman Sabre exercise will span 6,500km, from Australia's Indian Ocean territory of Christmas Island to the Coral Sea on Australia's east coast. Mr Conroy said it was possible China's navy would be watching the exercise to collect information, as it had done in the past. The United States is Australia's major security ally. Although Australia does not permit foreign bases, the US military is expanding its rotational presence and fuel stores on Australian bases, which from 2027 will have US Virginia submarines at port in Western Australia. These would play a key role in supporting US forces in any conflict over Taiwan, analysts say. REUTERS
Time of India
07-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Jimenez pays emotional tribute to late Diogo Jota at Gold Cup final
Raul Jimenez honored the memory of his late former teammate Diogo Jota with a deeply emotional tribute during the CONCACAF Gold Cup final on Sunday. After scoring Mexico's equalizer in the 27th minute against the United States, Jimenez celebrated by holding up a customized shirt featuring Jota's name and number 20. The tribute came just days after Jota, the Liverpool and Portugal star, tragically died in a car crash in Spain, sending shockwaves through the football world. ALSO READ: Mexico beat USA 2-1 to win record 10th Gold Cup title by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Scientists: Tinnitus? When tinnitus won't go away, do this (Watch) Hearing Magazine Undo Jimenez, who played alongside Jota at Wolverhampton Wanderers , shared a close bond with the Portuguese forward during their time at the Premier League club. Their chemistry on and off the pitch was well known, making the tribute all the more poignant. — GoldCup (@GoldCup) Live Events In addition to holding up the commemorative shirt, Jimenez also performed Jota's signature video game-inspired celebration, further honoring his fallen friend in a moment that combined emotion with respect. Reuters In addition to holding up the commemorative shirt, Jimenez also performed Jota's signature video game-inspired celebration, further honoring his fallen friend in a moment that combined emotion with respect. (Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images) Jota, 28, and his brother Andre Silva, 25, were both killed in a tragic car accident in Spain last Thursday. Though Mexico went on to win the final 2-1 and claim their record-extending 10th Gold Cup title, Jimenez's tribute stood out as one of the night's most memorable and heartfelt moments.
