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Daily Express
11-07-2025
- General
- Daily Express
Mutiara GRS delivers relief in Tandek visit
Published on: Friday, July 11, 2025 Published on: Fri, Jul 11, 2025 Text Size: Juliah (left) visiting the PPKI classroom. KOTA MARUDU: Mutiara GRS, the charitable organisation of Sabah elected representatives' spouses, continued its community outreach by delivering aid to two Community-Based Rehabilitation Centres (PDK) and five Integrated Special Education Programmes (PPKI) in the district. Its president, Datin Seri Juliah Salag, said the contributions which included food supplies and cash were aimed at easing the burden of the centres and supporting the continued operation of special education institutions. 'We provided food items such as biscuits and other daily necessities, along with a cash contribution of RM100 for each PDK to help with their daily needs,' she told reporters during the organisation's 'Ziarah Amal Tandek' visit to SMK Bandau on Tuesday. Juliah said that as a welfare-based organisation, Mutiara GRS encourages elected representatives' spouses to stay informed about the welfare of children and local community issues in their respective areas. 'Though these children differ in their abilities, many of them show exceptional potential in areas like visual arts and graphic design. With proper training, they can achieve a bright future,' she said. The visit also included an educational tour of the pineapple plantation in Kampung Gana to expose participants to agriculture and entrepreneurship. 'This plantation has strong potential to be promoted as a main centre for pineapple and rubber production in Sabah, which can help improve the livelihood of the local community, especially those in the hardcore poor category,' Juliah said. Among the recipients of aid were PPDK Kota Marudu, PPDK Tandek, PPKI SMK Bandau, PPKI SMK Tandek, PPKI SK Timbang Batu, PPKI SK Marak Parak and PPKI SK Talantang. Also present were Mutiara GRS Vice Presidents I, II and III; Datin Seri Cecilia Edwin Kitingan, Datin Seri Linda Ewit and Datin Dg. Siti Noor Hayyat Ag Mohd Saufi. * 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
01-07-2025
- Business
- The Sun
PDK programme cuts inmate recidivism to just 0.28 per cent in 2024
ALOR SETAR: The community rehabilitation programme (PDK) has achieved a remarkable recidivism rate of just 0.28 per cent among participating inmates in 2024, far outperforming the 11.6 per cent rate for non-participants. Prisons Department deputy commissioner-general (Rehabilitation) Ahmad Faudzi Awang highlighted the programme's success, crediting strong collaboration with industries and communities. Speaking at the handover ceremony for the new Kedah Prisons director at Pokok Sena Prison, Ahmad Faudzi emphasised the need for continued support. 'It is our and the government's aspiration to enhance PDK's effectiveness. Close cooperation from industry players is crucial to provide job opportunities for former inmates,' he said. To date, 689 industry partners nationwide have registered with the Prisons Department under PDK, offering over 7,500 jobs in sectors like services, trade, hospitality, and agriculture. Ahmad Faudzi expressed optimism, targeting 10,000 job placements by year-end, up from the initial goal of 8,500. The ceremony also saw C. Charin Promwichit appointed as the new Kedah Prisons director, replacing Rahmat Abdul Rani, who now leads Prisons Professionalism Development.
Associated Press
26-06-2025
- Politics
- Associated Press
Kosovo's top court asks lawmakers to end their political stalemate and elect a speaker in 30 days
PRISTINA, Kosovo (AP) — Kosovo's Constitutional Court on Thursday asked the country's newly elected lawmakers in Parliament to end three months of political stalemate and elect a new speaker within 30 days. The court's move came at the request of 11 lawmakers, and it was not clear what would happen if lawmakers fail to abide by the court's wishes. The Parliament has failed to elect a speaker since its first session on April 15 because other parties have been unwilling to work with that of acting Prime Minister Albin Kurti, whose left-wing Self-Determination Movement, or Vetevendosje!, won only 48 out of 120 seats in the Feb. 9 election. That is down from 58 seats in 2021. Kurti's party has failed in 37 rounds of votes to receive the 61 votes needed to elect a new speaker. Without a speaker, Kurti cannot be formally nominated as prime minister and form a Cabinet. If the situation continues, the president can turn to any of the other parties. If no party can form a Cabinet, the country will face another parliamentary election. Kurti and the three main opposition parties have all ruled out working together in a coalition. The center-right Democratic Party of Kosovo, or PDK, won 24 seats, the conservative governing Democratic League of Kosovo, or LDK, 20 seats, and the right-wing Alliance for Kosovo's Future, AAK, eight seats. Ten seats are reserved for Kosovo's ethnic Serb minority and 10 others belong to non-Serb minority members of Parliament. A new Cabinet is needed not only to run the economy and other services, but also proceed with the 14-year-long normalization talks with Serbia, which have stalled. Kosovo holds municipal elections Oct. 12. Around 11,400 people died, mostly from Kosovo's ethnic Albanian majority, in the 1998-1999 war in Kosovo, which was formerly a province of Serbia. A 78-day NATO air campaign ended the fighting and pushed Serbian forces out. Kosovo declared independence from Serbia in 2008, with most Western nations recognizing its sovereignty, but Serbia and its allies Russia and China don't.
Borneo Post
16-05-2025
- General
- Borneo Post
Upgrades coming for Subis senior activity centre, says S'wak deputy minister
Rosey (seated, centre) and recipients pose for a group photo after MRP cheque handover. MIRI (May 17): Senior citizens in Subis will soon enjoy improved facilities for their activities following approved plans to upgrade the existing senior citizen activity centre (Pawe), said Deputy Minister of Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development, Datuk Rosey Yunus. The first approved project, she revealed, involves constructing a covered shed to connect the Pawe Building and the Community-based Rehabilitation Centre (PDK). 'There is an empty area between the two buildings. So, the plan is to build an open hall at a cost of RM200,000. It would be a good place for both Pawe and PDK to hold activities,' said Rosey after handing over Minor Rural Project (MRP) grants to eight recipients at Pawe building on Wednesday. Another approved plan, she added, is to upgrade the existing Pawe building, including floor repairs and improvements to the safety fencing. She emphasised the importance of these upgrades, noting that the Pawe is located in a remote area, far from the town centre. Therefore, the safety and comfort of senior citizens are given top priority to ensure they can carry out their activities in a conducive environment. 'These infrastructure improvements are in line with the government's inclusive approach to encourage active participation among senior citizens in the community, and to ensure they age healthily and with dignity. 'We want our senior citizens to stay active and healthy ― not just sit at home. That is why I would like to urge those aged 60 and above to register as Pawe members and make full use of the facilities provided,' she said. The Bekenu assemblywoman added that the construction project will be implemented by the Public Works Department (JKR), and is expected to be completed within the year after the appointment of contractors is finalised. The total amount of grants disbursed at the simple handover ceremony was RM75,838.00. The recipients were Special Development Committee for Zone Saeh (RM8,000); JKKK Kampung Bulau (RM5,000); Batu Niah Che Yan Khor Moral Uplifting Society (RM3,838); SK Beliau Isa Parents Teachers Association (RM10,000); SK Bekenu Parents Teachers Association (RM10,000); BBP Lutong's Musolla Al-Azhar (RM15,000); Pawe Subis (RM4,000); and Jawatankuasa Perhubungan Komuniti Subis (RM20,000). Pawe Rosey Yunus Senior Citizen Activity Centre Subis upgrades
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
QuickLogic Corp (QUIK) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Highlights: Strategic Partnerships and Revenue ...
Release Date: May 13, 2025 For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. QuickLogic Corp (NASDAQ:QUIK) secured the first of two EFPGA hard IP contracts for Intel 18A designs, with the second expected in Q4. The company has been recognized as the first available source for EFPGA hard IP for Intel 18A, enhancing its market position. QuickLogic Corp (NASDAQ:QUIK) has been named a partner in the Intel Foundry Accelerator Chilet Alliance, indicating strong industry partnerships. The inclusion of EFPGA hard IP in Faraday's new SOC development platform is expected to generate revenue in the second half of 2025. QuickLogic Corp (NASDAQ:QUIK) anticipates solid revenue growth, non-gap profitability, and positive cash flow for the full year 2025. Revenue guidance for Q2 2025 is lower than anticipated due to a delay in a large IP contract, impacting short-term financial performance. Total revenue for Q1 2025 was down 28% from Q1 2024, indicating a decline in year-over-year performance. Non-gap gross margin in Q1 was significantly lower than previous quarters, affected by cost allocations. The company reported a non-gap net loss of $1.1 million for Q1 2025, compared to a net income in the previous year. QuickLogic Corp (NASDAQ:QUIK) continues to face risks related to market acceptance of new products and intense competition. Warning! GuruFocus has detected 5 Warning Signs with QUIK. Q: Can you discuss the progress and revenue expectations related to Intel 18A and its applications in commercial and defense markets? A: Brian Faith, CEO: We have been working on Intel 18A since we got access to the PDK version 1.0. Our efforts have led to a robust IP core, particularly appealing to the defense industrial base. We anticipate revenue from Intel 18A licenses this fiscal year, with royalties expected next year. The process is considered de-risked, and we are the only provider of EFPGA hard IP for Intel 18A, which is attracting significant interest from both commercial and defense sectors. Q: What are the key drivers for QuickLogic's anticipated revenue growth and profitability in the second half of 2025? A: Brian Faith, CEO: The growth will be driven by new IP contracts, including those related to Intel 18A and strategic radar contracts. These contracts have higher average selling prices compared to previous years. Our automated Australis platform allows us to adapt designs efficiently, supporting this growth with our current team size. Q: Can you elaborate on the storefront opportunities and their potential impact on QuickLogic's business? A: Brian Faith, CEO: We have several storefront opportunities, including the strategic radar contract and a direct-to-storefront contract. We are also exploring new opportunities from the Intel Direct Connect conference. Our EFPGA technology is well-suited for these applications, and we expect these storefront opportunities to contribute significantly to our revenue. Q: How does QuickLogic's technology help reduce costs in the defense market, particularly regarding verification and integration? A: Brian Faith, CEO: Our technology allows for the integration of discrete FPGA functions into a single chip, reducing size, weight, and power (SWaP) requirements. This integration also lowers verification costs by consolidating testing to a single chip, which is crucial for defense applications where multiple chips would otherwise require extensive testing. Q: What is the nature of QuickLogic's partnership with Faraday, and what markets are you targeting together? A: Brian Faith, CEO: Faraday will be the primary interface with customers, focusing on low-power industrial and IoT applications. We support them with use cases and training. The partnership aims to leverage our EFPGA technology in Faraday's SOC development platform, targeting applications that require low power and edge computing capabilities. For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. This article first appeared on GuruFocus. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
