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The Sun
6 hours ago
- Business
- The Sun
Pineapple farmers' losses drop to RM1.02 mln in 2023
JOHOR BAHRU: Pineapple farmers nationwide saw their losses due to unpredictable weather and natural disasters decrease significantly from RM7 million in 2021 to RM1.02 million last year. Deputy Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Arthur Joseph Kurup credited the improvement to research, infrastructure upgrades, and innovations by the Malaysian Pineapple Industry Board (LPNM). 'For example, in 2021, the recorded losses amounted to RM7 million, which then dropped to RM2 million in 2022, RM1.8 million in 2023 and RM1.02 million last year,' he said during a press conference after launching the 2025 International Pineapple Industry Seminar. Arthur highlighted that resilient pineapple varieties and improved data collection have enhanced cultivation efficiency. He urged LPNM to stay proactive in adopting new strategies to tackle natural disaster challenges, ensuring stable farmer incomes and consistent pineapple supply. Key measures include early prevention, efficient irrigation, digital technology, IoT, drones, and solar energy. The seminar, co-organised by LPNM, the Agriculture Ministry, and UPM Alumni Association, drew 400 participants, including industry stakeholders and farm operators.
The Advertiser
10 hours ago
- Sport
- The Advertiser
Arthur tips star for England recall ahead of Ashes
Leeds head coach Brad Arthur has backed Jake Connor to make his England return after the Rhinos half-back produced another dazzling display in the Rhinos' richly entertaining 48-30 win over Leigh at Headingley. Connor kicked eight from eight conversions and set up the final try for Mikolaj Oledzki just three days before Shaun Wane names his performance squad ahead of the Autumn Ashes against Australia. Despite stern competition from the likes of Wigan's Harry Smith and Hull KR hero Mikey Lewis, Arthur believes Connor ought to be in the reckoning for his first England appearance since 2018. The former Parramatta mentor said: "I think he's probably done enough to get a mention. We've got a quite a good representation in there and if the boys keep playing well it only enhances Jake's opportunities." Asked if the often confrontational Connor is the kind of player whom the Australians might fear having to face, the Sydney-born Arthur grinned before respoding: "I'm pretty happy with Jake's behaviour on the field. "He's been very discreet when he's having a little niggle, and he's doing a pretty good job of hiding it." Leeds' eight-try show was exactly what Arthur ordered after last week's painful loss at St Helens, and he conceded he was prepared to overlook some of the defensive frailties in a remarkably open 14-try affair. "You can sit here and be negative and talk about the defence of both teams but that sort of game is what the fans want to see, lots of tries and great skill on show," added Arthur. "We came here to have a response from last week and go after the game and we did that, so that's all I'm worried about. It was fourth versus third and we jumped a spot there. "We've done a lot of nice things. Overall we're trying to grow the game and it's what people want to see. I'll put it down to a nice win." Leigh's defeat came at a price as head coach Adrian Lam revealed full-back David Armstrong and winger Darnell McIntosh are set to miss the upcoming games against leading duo Wigan and Hull KR after aggravating knee injuries at Headingley. Armstrong, who started the game heavily strapped, required lengthy treatment after 15 minutes and was eventually withdrawn at half-time before McIntosh, who temporarily replaced him at the back, was struck by a similar problem. "(Armstrong) will be out for a couple of weeks now," confirmed Lam. "He's had a bit of a knee injury, and with McIntosh it's the same thing with the knee, and I think he'll (also) be out for a couple of weeks." Lam was less enamoured with the open nature of the game than Arthur, but conceded he could have expected little more after a gruelling week in the wake of last week's tiring win over Catalans Dragons in France. "It was a weird game - we looked lethargic from last week in that heat," he said. "It was a short turnaround and it looked like we hadn't played together at times tonight. "I think the fans got their money's worth (but) some of the things we were doing in the game were just uncharacteristic. Having said that, we scored some very good tries and didn't give up." Leeds head coach Brad Arthur has backed Jake Connor to make his England return after the Rhinos half-back produced another dazzling display in the Rhinos' richly entertaining 48-30 win over Leigh at Headingley. Connor kicked eight from eight conversions and set up the final try for Mikolaj Oledzki just three days before Shaun Wane names his performance squad ahead of the Autumn Ashes against Australia. Despite stern competition from the likes of Wigan's Harry Smith and Hull KR hero Mikey Lewis, Arthur believes Connor ought to be in the reckoning for his first England appearance since 2018. The former Parramatta mentor said: "I think he's probably done enough to get a mention. We've got a quite a good representation in there and if the boys keep playing well it only enhances Jake's opportunities." Asked if the often confrontational Connor is the kind of player whom the Australians might fear having to face, the Sydney-born Arthur grinned before respoding: "I'm pretty happy with Jake's behaviour on the field. "He's been very discreet when he's having a little niggle, and he's doing a pretty good job of hiding it." Leeds' eight-try show was exactly what Arthur ordered after last week's painful loss at St Helens, and he conceded he was prepared to overlook some of the defensive frailties in a remarkably open 14-try affair. "You can sit here and be negative and talk about the defence of both teams but that sort of game is what the fans want to see, lots of tries and great skill on show," added Arthur. "We came here to have a response from last week and go after the game and we did that, so that's all I'm worried about. It was fourth versus third and we jumped a spot there. "We've done a lot of nice things. Overall we're trying to grow the game and it's what people want to see. I'll put it down to a nice win." Leigh's defeat came at a price as head coach Adrian Lam revealed full-back David Armstrong and winger Darnell McIntosh are set to miss the upcoming games against leading duo Wigan and Hull KR after aggravating knee injuries at Headingley. Armstrong, who started the game heavily strapped, required lengthy treatment after 15 minutes and was eventually withdrawn at half-time before McIntosh, who temporarily replaced him at the back, was struck by a similar problem. "(Armstrong) will be out for a couple of weeks now," confirmed Lam. "He's had a bit of a knee injury, and with McIntosh it's the same thing with the knee, and I think he'll (also) be out for a couple of weeks." Lam was less enamoured with the open nature of the game than Arthur, but conceded he could have expected little more after a gruelling week in the wake of last week's tiring win over Catalans Dragons in France. "It was a weird game - we looked lethargic from last week in that heat," he said. "It was a short turnaround and it looked like we hadn't played together at times tonight. "I think the fans got their money's worth (but) some of the things we were doing in the game were just uncharacteristic. Having said that, we scored some very good tries and didn't give up." Leeds head coach Brad Arthur has backed Jake Connor to make his England return after the Rhinos half-back produced another dazzling display in the Rhinos' richly entertaining 48-30 win over Leigh at Headingley. Connor kicked eight from eight conversions and set up the final try for Mikolaj Oledzki just three days before Shaun Wane names his performance squad ahead of the Autumn Ashes against Australia. Despite stern competition from the likes of Wigan's Harry Smith and Hull KR hero Mikey Lewis, Arthur believes Connor ought to be in the reckoning for his first England appearance since 2018. The former Parramatta mentor said: "I think he's probably done enough to get a mention. We've got a quite a good representation in there and if the boys keep playing well it only enhances Jake's opportunities." Asked if the often confrontational Connor is the kind of player whom the Australians might fear having to face, the Sydney-born Arthur grinned before respoding: "I'm pretty happy with Jake's behaviour on the field. "He's been very discreet when he's having a little niggle, and he's doing a pretty good job of hiding it." Leeds' eight-try show was exactly what Arthur ordered after last week's painful loss at St Helens, and he conceded he was prepared to overlook some of the defensive frailties in a remarkably open 14-try affair. "You can sit here and be negative and talk about the defence of both teams but that sort of game is what the fans want to see, lots of tries and great skill on show," added Arthur. "We came here to have a response from last week and go after the game and we did that, so that's all I'm worried about. It was fourth versus third and we jumped a spot there. "We've done a lot of nice things. Overall we're trying to grow the game and it's what people want to see. I'll put it down to a nice win." Leigh's defeat came at a price as head coach Adrian Lam revealed full-back David Armstrong and winger Darnell McIntosh are set to miss the upcoming games against leading duo Wigan and Hull KR after aggravating knee injuries at Headingley. Armstrong, who started the game heavily strapped, required lengthy treatment after 15 minutes and was eventually withdrawn at half-time before McIntosh, who temporarily replaced him at the back, was struck by a similar problem. "(Armstrong) will be out for a couple of weeks now," confirmed Lam. "He's had a bit of a knee injury, and with McIntosh it's the same thing with the knee, and I think he'll (also) be out for a couple of weeks." Lam was less enamoured with the open nature of the game than Arthur, but conceded he could have expected little more after a gruelling week in the wake of last week's tiring win over Catalans Dragons in France. "It was a weird game - we looked lethargic from last week in that heat," he said. "It was a short turnaround and it looked like we hadn't played together at times tonight. "I think the fans got their money's worth (but) some of the things we were doing in the game were just uncharacteristic. Having said that, we scored some very good tries and didn't give up."
The Herald Scotland
2 days ago
- Health
- The Herald Scotland
Minister admits ‘work needed' to improve neurodivergent support
During a ministerial statement in the chamber on Thursday, Mr Arthur said: 'I recognise significant work is needed in this area. "I do not underestimate how much work is needed to ensure that neurodivergent young people are able to access the support they need when they need it. 'This work will not happen overnight. It will require collaboration and a range of partners working together.' 'I recognise that a formal diagnosis can be important to an individual's identity and understanding of themselves or their child, however, support should be provided on a basis of need not diagnosis.' Mr Arthur also said the government would provide £500,000 of additional funding this year to deliver improvements to the support and services available to children and families. Earlier this week, the report, Experiences of Autism Assessment and Diagnosis in Scotland, surveyed 624 people and it paints a stark picture of delays, refusals, and a lack of support in the current system. Scotland's autism organisations have since warned of a 'highly inconsistent' and 'failing' system with the report pointing to individuals waiting as long as seven years to receive an autism diagnosis. Some 65% of the 624 respondents to the survey were autistic adults with 35% comprising of family members and carers of autistic people. Of those surveyed, nearly two-thirds (62%) reported a lack of information about the process, including a lack of guidance and support. Scottish Labour MSP also hit out at the government for what they named as its "Orwellian" response to the report. READ MORE: Individuals in Scotland waiting seven years for autism diagnosis Labour MSP slams Scottish Government over autism support Autism crisis in Scotland: Can Scot Gov learn from a golden retriever? In his response, newly-appointed Wellbeing Minister Tom Arthur said accusations that the Scottish Government has 'removed' children from CAMHS waiting lists are false. However, Mr Johnson hit back, saying people have been removed from waiting lists for referral. "They have been removed," he told The Herald, "CAMHS may not be the right service, but they haven't specified what is the right service. "Right now it is impossible, either as a matter of policy or a matter of fact, to get an assessment for autism or ADHD as a child or adult. "Health boards have either stopped taking referrals or have such long waits they might as well have. 'It is Orwellian [from the Government]. To say it is false, just on a strict measurement, it is a fact." Today, Mr Arthur re-iterated his comments that they were "incorrect assertions" that young people are being moved off waiting lists to meet CAMHS waiting times targets. However, Scottish Labour MSP Paul Sweeney said he was "dismayed" at this statement from the minister as he said "it's a matter of fact not assertion". "Children get removed off the CAMHS list to different pathways with often indefinite waiting times. "It's struck me as a bit of Orwellian Double Think." 'Some children are still waiting too long to receive the support they need.' Data on neurodevelopmental diagnostic waiting times is currently not publicly available. In the chamber, the minister admitted 'further work is needed' to improve the quality of data in this area. Conservative MSP Brian Whittle accused the Scottish Government of 'cherry-picking and manipulating' data to 'fit their narrative'. Later, the party's public health spokesperson added: 'This SNP government are not being honest with the public and families over why there has been such a massive increase in demand for diagnosis in such a short period of time. 'In typical SNP fashion they have failed to be transparent over the data. 'It is a disgrace that fewer than a third of children were seen for a neurodevelopmental assessment within the recommended timescales in March 2024. 'The SNP government must do more to support children with neurodevelopmental disorders by providing more resources to support activities in communities up and down the country.' The new taskforce on improving neurodivergent support for young people will be chaired jointly by Fiona Davis, chief executive of NHS Highland and Dr. Lynne Binnie, Edinburgh Council's head of Education for Inclusion.
Business Upturn
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Business Upturn
The Beginning After the End Season 2: Release date speculation, cast and plot details – Everything we know so far
By Aman Shukla Published on June 26, 2025, 18:30 IST Last updated June 26, 2025, 11:14 IST The Beginning After the End (TBATE) has fans buzzing after its first season dropped, blending reincarnation, magic, and some seriously epic adventure vibes. Based on TurtleMe's web novel and webtoon, the anime left us hanging with a finale that sparked more questions than answers. So, what's the deal with Season 2? Here's the rundown on release date guesses, who's coming back, and what might be the story. The Beginning After the End Season 2 Release Date Speculation Word on the street—or rather, from Crunchyroll's announcement after the Season 1 finale on June 18, 2025—is that Season 2 is slated for Spring 2026. While an exact date hasn't been specified, Spring typically spans March to May, suggesting a potential window between March and May 2026. The Beginning After the End Season 2 Expected Cast The core voice cast from Season 1 is expected to return, maintaining continuity in the adaptation. Confirmed returning actors include: Natsumi Fujiwara as Arthur Leywin, the reincarnated King Grey navigating his new life. Kana Ichinose as Tessia Eralith, a key figure in Arthur's journey. Chiaki Omigawa as Jasmine Flamesworth, Arthur's adventuring companion. Rena Maeda as Alice. Yamato Kinjo as Reynolds. Shiori Izawa as Sylvia. No new cast members have been announced as of June 2025, but the teaser visual and preview clip suggest new characters may appear, especially with the story's shift toward Arthur's adventurer arc. Any additions will likely be revealed closer to the premiere. The Beginning After the End Season 2 Potential Cast Season 2 will dive into Arthur Leywin's journey as an adventurer, set after a two-year time skip teased in the Season 1 finale's post-credits scene. Now taller and donning a mask to conceal his identity, Arthur aims to gain practical experience and hone his magical abilities before enrolling at Xyrus Academy. Accompanied by Jasmine Flamesworth, he will undertake dungeon missions, leading to an action-heavy narrative. This arc focuses on Arthur's exploration of the magical continent of Dicathen, deepening his bond with his companion Sylvie and seeking redemption for his past life's mistakes as King Grey. The teaser hints at a mysterious masked swordsman, likely Arthur, suggesting a plot involving secrecy and new challenges. Fans can expect the story to address Season 1's pacing issues, with Studio A-Cat aiming to deliver a more polished adaptation. Production and Fan Expectations Studio A-Cat's back in the driver's seat, with Keitaro Motonaga directing and Takamitsu Kono handling the script. Season 1 caught some heat for feeling rushed and having spotty animation, which TurtleMe himself said they're working to fix. Fans are hoping for a tighter adaptation that captures the webtoon's rich world and emotional punches. You can catch all episodes on Crunchyroll, and keep an eye on @tbateofficial or @crunchyroll for updates. The buzz is real, but so are the expectations. Ahmedabad Plane Crash The Beginning After the End Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
The Hindu
2 days ago
- Sport
- The Hindu
Wydad AC vs Al Ain LIVE streaming info: Where to watch FIFA Club World Cup 2025 match? Predicted lineups
Wydad AC and Al Ain will face each other in a dead rubber at the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 on Thursday. With Juventus and Manchester City already through to the knockouts, winless Wydad and Ain will hope to exit the tournament with a victory. LIVE STREAMING INFO When is the Wydad AC vs Al Ain FIFA Club World Cup 2025 match? The Wydad AC vs Al Ain FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group stage match will kick off on Thursday, June 26, at 3 pm local time (Friday, June 27, 12:30 am IST) at the Audi Field in Washington. Where to watch the Wydad AC vs Al Ain FIFA Club World Cup 2025 match LIVE? The Wydad AC vs Al Ain FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group stage match will not be telecast anywhere in India. The match will be live-streamed on the DAZN webiste. PREDICTED LINEUPS: Wydad AC: El Motie (GK); Moufi, Meijers, Harkass, Boucheta; Malsa, Moubarik; Amrabat, Arthur, Rayhi; Obeng Al Ain: Patricio (GK); Traore, Ratnik, Rabia, Cardoso, Zabala; Kaku, Nader, Park; Chadli, Laba. SQUADS Wydad AC Goalkeepers: Omar Aqzdaou, Youssef El Motie, El Mehdi Benabid Defenders: Fahad Moufi, Ayoub Bouchta, Bart Meijers, Abdelmounaim Boutouil, Jamal Harakass, Mohamed Moufid Midfielders: Ismail Moutaraji, Oussama Zemraoui, Mehdi Moubarik, Zakaria Fatihi, Thembinkosi Lorch, Stephane Aziz Ki, Ismael Benktib, Pedrinho, Arthur, Mickael Malsa Forwards: Mohamed Rayhi, Samuel Obeng, Selemani Mwalimo, Cassius Mailula, Nordi Amrabat, Hamza Hannouri Al Ain Goalkeepers: Rui Patricio, Khalid Eisa, Hassan Muhammed, Vedad Alibasic Defenders: Kouame Autonne, Yahya Benkhaleq, Marcel Ratnik, Khalid Alhashmi, Ramy Rabia, Fabio Cardoso, Facundo Zabala, Dramane Koumare, Amadou Niang Adis Jasic Midfielders: Park Yongwoo, Yahia Nader, Matias Segovia, Mohammed Abbas, Jonatas Santos, Erik, Mateo Sanabria, Matias Palacios, Soufiane Rahimi, Nassim Chadli, Hazim Abbas, Abdoul Karim Traore, Joshua Udoh Forwards: Kodjo Laba, Kaku, Houssine Rahimi, Mohamed Awadalla, Rolwanu Sarki, Josna Loulendo
