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Daily Express
21-06-2025
- Politics
- Daily Express
Native Court training centre ‘wasting away'
Published on: Saturday, June 21, 2025 Published on: Sat, Jun 21, 2025 By: Jinni Juanis Text Size: Pictures show the exterior of the institute that has not been utilised. PENAMPANG: It is a sad moment for natives in Sabah to know that the Native Court Training Institute (Ilman) in Kg Pogun Kibabaig, here, has slowly but surely turned into a 'white elephant'. Coordinator for Parti Anak Negeri West Coast, Dr Edwin Bosi, once again highlights his concern over the beautiful multi-million ringgit facility which is supposed to be the pride of the natives in the State. 'Once a symbol of pride and a crucial centre for the preservation of Sabah's native customs and laws, this facility is now reportedly suffering from severe neglect, slowly turning into a 'white elephant',' the former Assemblyman for Kapayan said in a statement. He recently conducted a personal visit to the institute after receiving many negative feedbacks from the community, confirming his earlier concerns that he raised months ago. 'It is a sad moment for natives in Sabah to know that Ilman is slowly but surely turning into a white elephant. From my observation, there was barely any official activity or staff in the premises,' he said. Ilman, a grandiose and majestic building, was established years ago as a result of a Federal Government initiative around 2009-2010 to study and upgrade the Sabah Native Court. Advertisement It was envisioned as a vital centre for studies, research and training, reflecting the historical importance and relevance of Sabah's native customs, laws and 'adat.' 'The buildings are showing signs of neglect and no landscaping at all. I was informed that the floor tiles and glass panels are cracking while toilets on the ground floor are blocked and dysfunctional.' Despite this alarming scenario, Dr Bosi noted that the access road to the institute has been repaired and upgraded, eliminating any excuse for staff not to work there. Thus, Dr Bosi made an urgent plea to the government to restore Ilman to its intended purpose. 'I am appealing to the government to return this building to its rightful place, an Institute for Customary Laws and Adat to study, research and to train Natives in respecting and preserving this unique institution,' he urged. He also reminded the government of one of the guarantees enshrined in the Oath Stone in Keningau: The respect and preservation of Native Customary Laws and Adat. Dr Bosi questioned why the department in charge of Native Affairs continues to operate from Wisma Tun Fuad, Karamunsing, when such facility exists. He drew a parallel to his own experience as a former civil servant, where departments like the veterinary services had their own dedicated offices across the State, even if not as grand as Ilman. To prevent further deterioration and maximise the use of the facility, Dr Bosi recommended that the Ministry of Local Government and Housing, to consider renting out Ilman's facilities to other departments or NGOs for meetings, conventions and training. The Ministry of Local Government and Housing is overseeing the Department of Native Affairs. He cited the Penampang Health Department as being keen to utilise the building for their training programmes. 'I believe that with continuous activity, Ilman could also become a point of interest for tourists, allowing them to not only admire the building but also learn about the natives of Sabah. 'I believe the Minister of Local Government and Housing can make Ilman a historical and prestigious institute if he so wants and desires,' he added. * 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
Borneo Post
18-06-2025
- Politics
- Borneo Post
Sabah's Native Court Training Institute risks becoming 'white elephant'
Dr Bosi at the Native Court Training Institute. PENAMPANG (June 18): Parti Anak Negeri coordinator for the West Coast, Dr Edwin Bosi, has expressed profound dismay over the current state of the Native Court Training Institute (Institut Latihan Makhamah Anak Negeri Sabah – ILMAN) in Kampung Pogun, Kibabaig, Penampang. Once a symbol of pride and a crucial centre for the preservation of Sabah's native customs and laws, the multi-million Ringgit facility is now reportedly suffering from severe neglect, slowly turning into a 'white elephant.' Dr Bosi revealed that he recently visited the Institute following negative feedback from the community, confirming his earlier concerns raised months ago. 'It is a sad moment for natives in Sabah to know that ILMAN is slowly but surely turning into a white elephant,' he stated in a statement on Wednesday. ILMAN, a grandiose and majestic building, was established years ago as a result of a Federal Government initiative around 2009-2010 to study and upgrade the Sabah Native Court. It was envisioned as a vital centre for studies, research and training, reflecting the historical importance and relevance of Sabah's native customs, laws, and 'adat.' However, Dr Bosi's recent observations paint a grim picture. 'From my observation, there was barely any official activity nor staff in and around the building,' he reported. 'The buildings are showing signs of neglect and no landscaping at all. I was informed that the floor tiles and glass panels are cracking while toilets on the ground floor are blocked and dysfunctional.' Despite this alarming scenario, he noted that the access road to the Institute has been repaired and upgraded, eliminating any excuse for staff not to work there. Dr Bosi made an urgent appeal to the government to restore ILMAN to its intended purpose. 'I am appealing to the government to return this building to its rightful place, an institute for customary laws and adat to study, research and train natives in respecting and preserving this unique institution,' he urged. He also reminded the government of one of the guarantees enshrined in the Oath Stone at Keningau: the respect and preservation of native customary laws and adat. Expressing his shock, the former Kepayan assemblyman questioned why the government department in charge of native affairs continues to operate from Wisma Tun Fuad, Karamunsing, when such a purpose-built facility exists. He drew a parallel to his own experience as a former government servant, where departments like the veterinary services had their own dedicated offices across the state, even if not as grand as ILMAN. To prevent further deterioration and maximize the use of the facility, he recommended that the Ministry of Local Government and Housing, which oversees the Department of Native Affairs, consider renting out ILMAN's facilities to other departments or NGOs for meetings, conventions and training. He cited the Penampang Health Department as being keen to utilize the building for their training programs. Dr Bosi believes that with continuous activity, ILMAN could also become a point of interest for tourists, allowing them to not only admire the building but also learn about the natives of Sabah. 'I believe the Minister of Local Government and Housing can make ILMAN a historical and prestigious Institute if he so wants and desires,' Dr Bosi concluded, emphasizing the potential of this neglected institution.
Fashion Network
16-06-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Italian menswear brand Manto Italia expands in Canada and South Korea, eyes growth in Japan and the US
With a shared passion for refined tailoring and premium materials, Elisa Bosi, Luca Testa and Antonella Arpaia founded Manto Italia in 2016 in Mantua, northern Italy. Their goal: to deliver authentic men's elegance through discreet detailing and true Italian craftsmanship. 'All three of us come from the fashion world. Two of us have commercial backgrounds, and one has focused more on product and production,' co-founder Elisa Bosi tells 'That said, we're not your typical salespeople—we were deeply involved in product development in our previous roles. We have extensive knowledge of textiles, quality control, and every part of the value chain, from sales to, well, even chasing overdue payments,' she adds with a smile. 'We built Manto with a different mindset. In many large companies, sales teams and designers often work in silos, creating a gap between market needs and the final product. We wanted to change that—to create a closer, more responsive connection with our clients. We've also always preferred cashmere over wool, positioning ourselves firmly in the premium-to-luxury segment. We're not Cucinelli, of course—but we operate in that space.' 'We strongly believe in genuine Made in Italy,' Bosi explains. 'Not everything that carries that label truly deserves it. That belief was the foundation of our company—we wanted to preserve Italian craftsmanship in its place of origin before it fades away.' Manto Italia partners exclusively with specialist workshops across Italy, many of which also work with leather and technical fabrics alongside cashmere. Most of the textiles are Italian-sourced. The lotus flower—native to the lakes around Mantua—has become a recurring motif in the brand's recent collections, representing renewal and a unified design identity. The United States has long been Manto's top market, with the brand stocked in around 80 stores across the country. 'We've always had a global outlook, and even back when slim fits were trending, we stuck to a regular fit, which has always been better received internationally,' Bosi explains. 'We've invested heavily in the U.S.—attending trade shows, operating showrooms, and organizing trunk shows. In other regions, especially Europe, the high cost of Made in Italy means we operate differently.' As a result, Manto's European presence remains selective, with points of sale in Russia, the UK, and a few key retailers in the Netherlands and Spain. The brand is performing well in South Korea, where it is stocked in three top-tier boutiques and a new retail collaboration is set to launch in Seoul. Growth is also expected in Japan, where Manto's aesthetic aligns closely with local tastes. Distribution is also accelerating in Canada, where the brand has secured a new local partner to build on its existing footprint. Manto Italia's strategic priorities include deepening its presence in the U.S., expanding in Asia through carefully chosen collaborations, and cementing its position in the contemporary Italian luxury segment while staying true to its roots. For 2025, Bosi also highlights a key new focus: the Italian domestic market. Since the Winter 2025/26 season, the brand has appointed a new local partner to help develop its home market, which currently includes just a handful of clients. 'This is why we see Pitti Uomo this June as the perfect stage to reintroduce ourselves—to share our vision with a closer audience,' says Bosi. Manto Italia's revenue rose by double digits in 2024. 'After a major boost post-COVID, our growth plateaued slightly, but in our most recent selling season, we saw a 20% increase in the U.S.,' Bosi notes. The brand does not yet operate an e-commerce platform but maintains showrooms in Milan and New York. 'Opening an online store is definitely one of our future plans,' she adds. The Spring-Summer 2026 collection, presented at Pitti Uomo, includes around 100 pieces and explores the balance between structure and softness—between premium materials and measured silhouettes—offering a relaxed elegance and effortless luxury grounded in authentic Italian style. The collection features natural, noble fabrics such as linen, linen-wool, ultra-light summer wool-cashmere and suede-finished cashmere blends. Its palette combines soft yet decisive tones: mint, lilac, sky blue, beige, brown and navy. Key pieces include 'Fulgor,' a lightweight suede biker jacket with a modern cut and urban sensibility; 'ROS,' a printed safari-style piece crafted from airy fabric with an exclusive lotus flower motif symbolizing rebirth and harmony; 'Strozzi,' a cropped pure-linen jacket with contrasting suede trim, offering clean lines, hidden pockets and a casual-luxury feel; 'GUG,' a hybrid shirt-jacket in wool-linen double cloth with invisible pockets and tailored construction; 'Iris,' a feather-light suede cardigan blending innovation and tradition; and 'Deck Zip,' a technical mid-season jacket made from stretch microfiber, lined with ultra-light jersey for maximum comfort and versatility.
Fashion Network
16-06-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Italian menswear brand Manto Italia expands in Canada and South Korea, eyes growth in Japan and the US
With a shared passion for refined tailoring and premium materials, Elisa Bosi, Luca Testa and Antonella Arpaia founded Manto Italia in 2016 in Mantua, northern Italy. Their goal: to deliver authentic men's elegance through discreet detailing and true Italian craftsmanship. 'All three of us come from the fashion world. Two of us have commercial backgrounds, and one has focused more on product and production,' co-founder Elisa Bosi tells 'That said, we're not your typical salespeople—we were deeply involved in product development in our previous roles. We have extensive knowledge of textiles, quality control, and every part of the value chain, from sales to, well, even chasing overdue payments,' she adds with a smile. 'We built Manto with a different mindset. In many large companies, sales teams and designers often work in silos, creating a gap between market needs and the final product. We wanted to change that—to create a closer, more responsive connection with our clients. We've also always preferred cashmere over wool, positioning ourselves firmly in the premium-to-luxury segment. We're not Cucinelli, of course—but we operate in that space.' 'We strongly believe in genuine Made in Italy,' Bosi explains. 'Not everything that carries that label truly deserves it. That belief was the foundation of our company—we wanted to preserve Italian craftsmanship in its place of origin before it fades away.' Manto Italia partners exclusively with specialist workshops across Italy, many of which also work with leather and technical fabrics alongside cashmere. Most of the textiles are Italian-sourced. The lotus flower—native to the lakes around Mantua—has become a recurring motif in the brand's recent collections, representing renewal and a unified design identity. The United States has long been Manto's top market, with the brand stocked in around 80 stores across the country. 'We've always had a global outlook, and even back when slim fits were trending, we stuck to a regular fit, which has always been better received internationally,' Bosi explains. 'We've invested heavily in the U.S.—attending trade shows, operating showrooms, and organizing trunk shows. In other regions, especially Europe, the high cost of Made in Italy means we operate differently.' As a result, Manto's European presence remains selective, with points of sale in Russia, the UK, and a few key retailers in the Netherlands and Spain. The brand is performing well in South Korea, where it is stocked in three top-tier boutiques and a new retail collaboration is set to launch in Seoul. Growth is also expected in Japan, where Manto's aesthetic aligns closely with local tastes. Distribution is also accelerating in Canada, where the brand has secured a new local partner to build on its existing footprint. Manto Italia's strategic priorities include deepening its presence in the U.S., expanding in Asia through carefully chosen collaborations, and cementing its position in the contemporary Italian luxury segment while staying true to its roots. For 2025, Bosi also highlights a key new focus: the Italian domestic market. Since the Winter 2025/26 season, the brand has appointed a new local partner to help develop its home market, which currently includes just a handful of clients. 'This is why we see Pitti Uomo this June as the perfect stage to reintroduce ourselves—to share our vision with a closer audience,' says Bosi. Manto Italia's revenue rose by double digits in 2024. 'After a major boost post-COVID, our growth plateaued slightly, but in our most recent selling season, we saw a 20% increase in the U.S.,' Bosi notes. The brand does not yet operate an e-commerce platform but maintains showrooms in Milan and New York. 'Opening an online store is definitely one of our future plans,' she adds. The Spring-Summer 2026 collection, presented at Pitti Uomo, includes around 100 pieces and explores the balance between structure and softness—between premium materials and measured silhouettes—offering a relaxed elegance and effortless luxury grounded in authentic Italian style. The collection features natural, noble fabrics such as linen, linen-wool, ultra-light summer wool-cashmere and suede-finished cashmere blends. Its palette combines soft yet decisive tones: mint, lilac, sky blue, beige, brown and navy. Key pieces include 'Fulgor,' a lightweight suede biker jacket with a modern cut and urban sensibility; 'ROS,' a printed safari-style piece crafted from airy fabric with an exclusive lotus flower motif symbolizing rebirth and harmony; 'Strozzi,' a cropped pure-linen jacket with contrasting suede trim, offering clean lines, hidden pockets and a casual-luxury feel; 'GUG,' a hybrid shirt-jacket in wool-linen double cloth with invisible pockets and tailored construction; 'Iris,' a feather-light suede cardigan blending innovation and tradition; and 'Deck Zip,' a technical mid-season jacket made from stretch microfiber, lined with ultra-light jersey for maximum comfort and versatility.
Evening Standard
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Evening Standard
Josephine, Marylebone: Ready-made chain feels like a cynical cash grab
Evidence of said brilliance can be found at the original Josephine, in Chelsea, which casts a long and very splendid shadow. It is a poignant eulogy from Bosi to his grandmother, a remembrance of her and his childhood formed as a Lyonnaise bouchon (or it was; the 'bouchon' description recently has been abandoned). Heart is not in short supply. It is a handsome room of oxblood banquettes, wood-panelled everything and lamps with cloth covers. Wine is charged by the centimetre — a man comes with a ruler and a calculator. The food? It's perfect: rabbit à la moutarde, duck à l'orange served without irony, a full stop slice of sausage punctuating a slash of brioche and soaked in red wine sauce. Veal sweetbreads, andouillette. A set menu offers two courses for £24.50 — on the Fulham Road. Were there full-size furniture in the place — Claude and his wife Lucy instead opting to source theirs from a Sylvanian Families extension pack — it might be flawless. But tiny, squished-in tables haven't stopped it packing out: every night it heaves with gleeful diners getting drunk off pork fat. One person I know has been 14 times.
