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The Star
19 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Star
A mother's recipe for supporting her family
Compiled by C. ARUNO, BENJAMIN LEE and R. ARAVINTHAN THE sudden loss of her job spurred a determined mother in Raub to start a food business to support her family and pay for her daughter's heart treatment, reported Kosmo!. Amizaliana Baharom, 41, runs a small home-based food business after her contract as a cleaner in a palm oil mill was not renewed. She makes kuih sepit, sambal pucuk ubi and sambal kantan with her mother, Narizan Wahab, 61, to sell around the village. 'This is just the beginning. We are producing in small batches and hope more shops will take our products,' she said. From the earnings, Amizaliana helps cover family expenses and finance her 18-year-old daughter Nur Alya Najihah's treatment for a perforated heart. Nur Alya underwent surgery in 2020 at a cost of RM42,000. 'Thankfully, we received some financial assistance, but we still had to pay a portion. She no longer requires medication, but continues to be monitored by doctors,' said Amizaliana. Her husband works as a school security guard, earning about RM2,000 a month and lives apart to care for his elderly father. With limited income, Amizaliana worries about their son who excelled in the STPM and dreams of becoming a teacher. > Actress Siti Saleha has confirmed that she's expecting her first child, ending over a week of viral pregnancy speculation, reported Sinar Harian. The 35-year-old shared the wonderful news with her fans on Instagram, with a photo of her husband Joshua Fitton in Bali. Eagle-eyed fans immediately noticed Siti was also holding up an ultrasound scan. 'We've been keeping it a secret for long. Josh ate a little too much, and his tummy looks really bloated. So I figured I'd match his belly with mine,' she wrote in her post. The above article is compiled from the vernacular newspapers (Bahasa Malaysia, Chinese and Tamil dailies). As such, stories are grouped according to the respective language/medium. Where a paragraph begins with this ' >'sign, it denotes a separate news item.
The Star
2 days ago
- Business
- The Star
Farmer makes good money from coconuts
WHILE most were chasing profits from oil palm, Abu Hassan Abdullah saw greater potential in coconuts. He earns up to RM13,000 a month from 500 coconut trees and is thriving in the coconut business, Kosmo! reported. The 48-year-old from Bentong, who is also a member of the Malaysian Coconut Entrepreneurs Association, said he started planting coconuts in 2018 due to their high market demand. He then expanded his business by selling fresh coconut-based products, including coconut shakes. 'At first, it was tough as the seeds were expensive and I had to build the fences myself. 'But after three years, the trees started bearing fruit and I worked hard to sell the harvest on my own without relying on any third parties. 'Now I sell more than 7,800 coconuts per week, and the results are truly rewarding,' said Abu. Demand for coconuts increases during public holidays and especially before festive seasons, he noted. 'If I bring 500 coconuts to the market, they sell out really fast,' he added. > Amidst fan adoration and industry pressure, Indonesian singer Raisa Andriana, 35, continues to prioritise authenticity in her music. Raisa shared that while she and her team do consider public expectations and industry trends when shaping her artistic image, she remains firmly grounded in staying true to herself. 'I don't deny that expectations from various parties are often a major challenge when determining the direction of my art,' she said, reported Utusan Malaysia. The above article is compiled from the vernacular newspapers (Bahasa Malaysia, Chinese and Tamil dailies). As such, stories are grouped according to the respective language/medium. Where a paragraph begins with this ' >'sign, it denotes a separate news item.
The Star
6 days ago
- Health
- The Star
Wawa not dismissing ‘evil eye' for health woes
ACTRESS Wawa Zainal, who has been battling a series of health issues since last year, has apologised to her fans, suggesting that her misfortune may be linked to the cultural belief in the evil eye (penyakit ain), Utusan Malaysia reported. Wawa, whose full name is Nur Hawa Zainal Abidin, said that she had taken several steps to address her health, including undergoing a full body check-up, taking supplements and carefully monitoring her diet. 'I've been falling sick constantly since last year. It could be due to my age or a weakened immune system, which may be affecting my overall health,' she said. The actress, married to actor Aeril Zafril, also mentioned that she might need to increase her vitamin intake as it had previously been uncommon for her to fall ill. 'Thankfully, whenever I get sick, Aeril always takes me to the hospital for a check-up. 'I've also stopped consuming carbonated drinks, sweets and dairy products,' she added. When asked if her health issues could be related to the evil eye, the cultural belief that bad luck or illness can be caused by the ill-wishing of others, Wawa did not dismiss the possibility. 'I even consulted some experts to ensure that everything is all right. 'But I haven't resorted to alternative treatments. I rely solely on the Quran for protection,' she said. Wawa also expressed regret, saying: 'If I have ever hurt or mistreated anyone, whether intentionally or unintentionally, I sincerely apologise.' > A family of eight in Kuala Nerus, Terengganu, who reside in an abandoned building once used as a swiftlet house, has received assistance from the authorities, Kosmo! reported. Rural and Regional Development Ministry Terengganu director Md Razi Md Lazim said the family had stayed in the building as they could not afford to pay the monthly rent of RM550. Md Razi expressed his sympathy towards Mohd Nazarudin Muhamat, 50, his wife Nur Nadiatul Asyikin Muhammad Nasir, 36, and their six children. 'The site is in a dilapidated condition and it is not safe for anyone to stay there,' he said. Md Razi said that repair works will be done to turn the place into a proper home. Nur Nadiatul Asyikin said she used to work in Kuala Lumpur but decided to go back to their hometown during the Covid-19 pandemic due to the high cost of living. 'My mother allowed us to stay here temporarily. 'We tried to make some adjustments but there is no toilet, so we go to the nearest petrol station,' she added. Her husband works as a mechanic while she sells ice cream. They have a combined income of about RM1,000 a month. (The above articles are compiled from the vernacular newspapers (Bahasa Malaysia, Chinese and Tamil dailies). As such, stories are grouped according to the respective language/medium. Where a paragraph begins with a >, it denotes a separate news item.)
The Star
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Star
Ahmad Aslam: Polygamy is hard when you are young
Compiled by FAZLEENA AZIZ, and R. ARAVINTHAN I LUENCER Ahmad Aslam admitted that polygamy is difficult for him at a young age, Berita Harian reported. Aslam, whose full name is Ahmad Aslam Kasyfun Nazir Rashid, 25, said this was because he had to please many people. He sparked controversy when he married two women, one of whom was Marissa Dania, the daughter of actor Norman Hakim and ex-wife Abby Abadi. 'It's difficult, actually quite difficult. I can't comment further and in detail. I'm worried that this matter involves the sensitivities of many people,' he said at an event recently. Aslam married his first wife, Umisya Mazlan, in July 2020. The couple divorced in September 2023, before reconciling later. They have three children. He married Marissa in Songkhla, Thailand, on Dec 27, 2023. Aslam revealed that many of his followers asked him for advice on living a polygamous life each time when he went live on social media. > Residents of Pulau Aur near Mersing, Johor, are appealing for a free boat service to the island, Kosmo! reported. Most of them are forced to fork out at least RM220 each for the service presently. Hatasa Rabudin, 40, who lives in Mersing town, said the high cost of travel prevents him from visiting his mother, who resides on the island, more frequently. 'During the festive period, we have to fork out up to RM7,000 just to rent a ferry, which is shared with relatives who want to head back to the island,' he said. Kampung Pulau Aur Village Safety and Development Committee chairman Sabinah Md Salleh said the request for free boat service was justified as many were dependent on micro agriculture and seafood business. (The above articles are compiled from the vernacular newspapers (Bahasa Malaysia, Chinese and Tamil dailies). As such, stories are grouped according to the respective language/medium. Where a paragraph begins with a >, it denotes a separate news item.)
New Straits Times
24-07-2025
- New Straits Times
Doctor killed in crash after futsal session
KUALA TERENGGANU: A doctor's journey home from a futsal session ended in tragedy when he was involved in an accident along Jalan Kampung Undang yesterday. In the 11pm incident, Muhammad Hariz Hashim, 35, sustained serious head injuries and multiple other wounds, and died while receiving treatment at the emergency unit of Sultanah Nur Zahirah Hospital (HSNZ) about half an hour later, Kosmo! reported. Kuala Terengganu district police chief Assistant Commissioner Azli Mohd Noor said Muhammad Hariz was believed to be on his way home to Taman Bukit Bayas Indah after playing futsal at a local recreational centre in Undang. "Upon reaching the scene, the Perodua Alza he was driving is believed to have suddenly gone out of control, veered off the road and crashed into a gas cylinder storage facility," he said when contacted. Azli said the victim, who sustained severe injuries, was rushed to HSNZ but was pronounced dead at 11.33pm.
