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Barnama
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Barnama
Selangor Sultan Visits Renowned Artist Yusof Ghani's Art Gallery In Shah Alam
SHAH ALAM, June 28 (Bernama) -- The Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, today visited the TAPAK Gallery in Section 8, which is owned by renowned Malaysian artist Yusof Ghani. His Royal Highness spent nearly 40 minutes viewing the works of the Johor-born artist, whose paintings have featured in various local and international art exhibitions. Segerak, Biring, Wajah and Ombak were among the popular paintings on display at the gallery, which has been open since 2009 and captivated the interest of the Sultan, who is known for his strong appreciation of art.
New Straits Times
30-05-2025
- Sport
- New Straits Times
Aiman retains time trial gold for sixth time at National Championships
KUALA LUMPUR: Terengganu Cycling Team B rider Nur Aiman Rosli underlined his dominance once again by winning the men's elite time trial gold medal for the sixth consecutive time at the National Road Cycling Championships in Johor on Friday. The Johor-born cyclist completed the 40.6km route in 50:31.405s to take gold. Dealton Nur Arif Prayogo of Jakarta Pro Cycling finished second in 51:32.970, while Terengganu Cycling Team A's Nur Aiman Zariff (52:02.463) took bronze. Aiman said: "I managed to retain the title for the sixth time and I'm happy to achieve it. "I'm pleased with the result. My performance is getting better, and I'll be focusing on the next event — the road race." Aiman's result shows positive signs for Malaysia ahead of this year's Thailand Sea Games.
The Star
13-05-2025
- Health
- The Star
Sibu dad hopes daughter's gift of sight inspires others
(From left) Kim Hock, Chieng and Dr Nanthakumar at the event highlighting organ donation in Sibu. WHILE coping with his daughter's death, a father has found solace in her final act of generosity – the donation of her corneas. Prior to her death in 2022 due to a stroke, Kho Sze Yii, 30, had pledged to donate her corneas to give someone else the gift of sight, her father Kho Kim Hock, 70, said. 'Through her gift, her eyes live on and continue to see the beauty of this world,' Kim Hock said through tears as he was consoled by Bukit Assek assemblyman Joseph Chieng at an event highlighting organ donation. During the Hospital Sibu Organ Donation 5km Fun Run in Permai Lake Garden, hospital director Dr Nanthakumar Thirunavukkarasu presented Kim Hock with a medal to recognise the selfless act. Kim Hock shared that Sze Yii's cornea donation had enabled his family to find peace. 'It brings us comfort to know that the recipient is able to see loved ones, to see the sunrise and beauty of nature,' said the Johor-born Kim Hock, who operates a coffeeshop in Sibu, Sarawak. He is calling on Malaysians to consider becoming organ donors. 'We hope more people can follow my daughter's example. 'Talk to your family. Sign up,' he said. 'You never know which part of you might change someone's world,' he added. Kim Hock also advised people to take care of their health and go for regular checkups. Dr Nanthakumar said the transplant of Sze Yii's donated corneas was successfully carried out in the same year as her passing. He expressed hope that Kim Hock's story would inspire others. 'Stories like this help break the stigma around organ donation,' Dr Nanthakumar added. — By ANDY CHUA
New Straits Times
03-05-2025
- Sport
- New Straits Times
Teenager Danish leaves national sprinters in his dust at Cahya Mata
KUALA LUMPUR: Teenager Danish Iftikhar Roslee stunned a host of national sprinters to win the men's 100m gold medal at the Cahya Mata Super Series at Merdeka Stadium on Saturday. The 18-year-old clocked 10.57s to beat national sprinter Jonathan Nyepa (10.66) and Penang's Tan Zhi Hang (10.70) to the line. Khairul Hafiz Jantan, the 2017 KL Sea Games champion, was fourth in 10.74. Although Danish's time was slower than his personal best of 10.47 set last year, the Johor-born student was thrilled to outpace the national sprinters. "I never expected to win the race against the best in the country. Surprisingly, I led from start to finish," said Danish, who scored 5As, 2Bs and 1C in his Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) exams. Several German sprinters competed as guests in the semi-finals to prepare for the World Relay Championships in Guangzhou, China, on May 11-12. "It was an honour to race against the German sprinters in the semi-finals. I did well to clock 10.56 and finish third behind Julian Wagner (10.40) and Heiko Gussmann (10.45)," added Danish, who hopes to race at the Asian Championships in Gumi, South Korea, on May 27-31. Meanwhile, Zaidatul Husniah Zulkifli, the national record holder at 11.49, clocked 11.72 to win the women's 100m final. Sabah's Nur Aishah Rofina Zulkifli was second in 11.80, while Azreen Nabia Alias of Malaysia Athletics came in third with 11.83.
Malay Mail
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Malay Mail
Amy Search rocks Axiata Arena in historic solo concert at 67
KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 — On Saturday night, local rock legend Datuk Amy Search proved that his star power has yet to fade. The 67-year-old singer rocked Axiata Arena here in his first-ever solo concert, where more than 4,000 of his fans turned up to witness the 'historic' moment in his career spanning over four decades. Even though the concert coincided with the Malaysia Cup final between Johor Darul Ta'zim (JDT) and Sri Pahang FC, the rock king's charisma easily eclipsed everything else, The Johor-born singer known for his iconic fashion sense, demonstrated that physical changes and advancing age have done nothing to diminish his power and brilliance on stage. 'Grateful that at 67, I'm still standing on this stage... my wife often asked me, 'When are you going to do a solo concert? Are you afraid?' This was something I never knew when I could get to do but finally, the dream has come true,' he said. Still bursting with energy and delivering powerful vocals, Amy performed 21 songs including medleys, dressed in a knee-length black coat, opening the three-hour show with a selection of songs from his various solo albums. Songs like 'Gita Rama Sita', followed by 'Aku', 'Apa Saja', 'Suralaya Dalam D Major', 'Mengintai Kelawar, Ghairah' and 'Kau Bukan Sadura' filled the first part of the performance. These numbers showcased a rarely seen and more personal side of the singer, whose real name is Suhaimi Abdul Rahman. Although some of the songs, drawn from albums like 'Magic' and 'Aku Amy', may have felt unfamiliar to some of the audience and caused a slight sense of confusion early on, it was perhaps Amy's way of allowing fans to dive deeper into his solo works. '...this concert won't be the same as with Search, it won't be like with you guys (the members of Search), but this (solo concert) is for you all... we will always be happy,' Amy, who used to be the lead singer of the popular rock band Search, said in a video recording shown on the big screen. As the concert entered the second hour, the energy soared as Amy unleashed his legendary hits that made history in the local music scene, starting with 'Gadisku' and 'Rozana', presented with fresh new arrangements. From then on, the audience's cheers never ceased as they relived the glory days of Search, watching Amy delivering timeless anthems like 'Fantasia Bulan Madu' and 'Pawana'. Amy also surprised fans with a nostalgic medley, covering songs made famous by his musical peers, beginning with 'Suatu Masa' originally sung by Datuk M. Nasir, followed by 'Ku Di Halaman Rindu' (Lefthanded) and 'Sejuta Wajah' (Sweet Charity). Accompanied by a band led by well-known concert producer Jennifer Thompson, Amy also performed 'Tinggal Sepi', 'Aku Dah Bosan' and 'Saat Yang Ku Idamkan', stirring sweet memories among the fans. Amy also sang 'Kerja Gila' and 'Tiada Lagi', two songs that continue to resonate with fans across generations, before closing the show with 'Isabella', a song that remains the symbol of Search's success. — Bernama
