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The Star
04-07-2025
- Health
- The Star
Charity dinner to raise funds for dialysis centre in Mentakab on Nov 1
(From sixth left) Chua, PBA president Choo Sui Len and Hiang with PBA management team and Mentakab haemodialysis centre staff. THE Pahang Buddhist Association (PBA) haemodialysis centre in Mentakab is organising a charity dinner to raise funds in view of increasing operating costs. Event organising chairman Datuk Hiang A Li said the centre's average monthly expenses amounted to some RM100,000. 'Many patients could not afford to pay the full fees and due to this and other operational costs, the centre exceeded its budget by over RM360,000 last year. 'To continue running the centre and provide quality renal treatment, we have decided to host a fundraising dinner,' he said when announcing the details of the programme to kickstart the donation drive. The dinner will be held on Nov 1 at SMJK Hwa Lian school hall in Mentakab. Hiang, who is also the school's board of governors chairman, said private haemodialysis centres charge between RM280 and M300 per session. He said patients in PBA Mentakab centre paid between RM20 and RM100, depending on their family income and affordability. 'Through the charity dinner, we hope to raise about RM3mil for the funds to last for the next five years. 'We urge the public to support us so that we can continue to give quality treatment to all needy patients,' he said, adding that all donations would be exempt from tax. Separately, PBA deputy president Datuk Franky Chua Goon Eng said the Kuantan haemodialysis centre was set up in 1996 to assist renal patients from all races. He said over the years, some 300 patients, especially those who could not afford to pay the full fees, benefitted from the initiative. 'In 2018, we opened our second centre to assist those residing in Temerloh and Mentakab. To date, we have 10 dialysis machines there, treating 26 patients. 'Our main aim is to help less fortunate patients, urgent cases and not for profit,' he said. Chua also said every year, the number of patients was increasing with some getting younger. He added that both centres also offered haemodiafiltration (HDF) treatment, the highest standard of dialysis. 'These HDF machines can significantly reduce complications post-dialysis, aligning with the centre's goal of helping patients resume their daily lives. 'So far, we have eight HDF machines,' said Chua, who also urged the people to go for regular check-ups and adopt a healthy lifestyle. For more information, call 019-989 6268, 012-983 9526 or WhatsApp 012-583 9644.
Hype Malaysia
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
Shangri-La KL x Carven Ong To Present Cakes & Couture In ‘An Afternoon In Style' On 19th July
Haute couture and haute cuisine! To mark its 40th anniversary, Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur is reviving a nostalgic city tradition with a stylish twist. On Saturday, 19th July 2025, the hotel will host An Afternoon in Style, a one-day only fashion and afternoon tea experience held at the elegant Lobby Lounge, in collaboration with Carven Ong Couture. This exclusive event pairs couture and confections in one unforgettable afternoon. Guests can look forward to a showcase of Carven Ong's Signature Spring/Summer collection, alongside curated designer bags by Ryan Lee and jewellery pieces by Grace Teoh – three local names known for redefining Malaysian elegance with a contemporary edge. The celebration throws it back to the 80s and 90s heyday of fashion teas, where KL's social scene came alive every weekend. Now, that same glamour returns with a modern refresh. To complete the experience, Shangri-La's chefs have created a special 40th Anniversary Afternoon Tea, featuring artisanal savories, sweets, and premium teas – served with the warm, graceful hospitality the hotel is known for. Tickets are RM280 nett for two persons, inclusive of: Fashion show access Afternoon tea set Entry into an exclusive lucky draw, with prizes including a Carven Ong ready-to-wear piece, luxury stays at Shangri-La properties, and more. An Afternoon in Style offers fashion, afternoon tea and a chic city escape; reserve now at +603 2786 2378 or email What's your Reaction? +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0
Malaysian Reserve
28-05-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
TM's 1Q net profit down 5.5% on 5G costs despite stable revenue
TELEKOM Malaysia Bhd (TM) saw a 5.5% year-on-year drop in net profit to RM401.26 million for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025 (1Q25), down from RM424.81 million a year earlier, mainly due to 5G access costs and higher device expenses. Revenue inched up 0.5% to RM2.85 billion, supported by stronger business-to-business (B2B) digital solutions, carrier-to-carrier (C2C) demand, and the education segment, helping offset weaker business-to-consumer (B2C) performance. '1Q25 revenue grew as expected, within the projected low single-digit range,' the group said. Operating costs rose 7.6% year-on-year to RM1.8 billion, though lower net finance costs helped partially offset the pressure. TM invested RM280 million, or 9.8% of revenue, in capital expenditure focused on digital infrastructure such as data centres, domestic fibre, and submarine cables. Looking ahead, group CEO Amar Huzaimi Md Deris said TM is focusing on core strengths to tap into opportunities like data centres, GPU-as-a-Service, cloud, and smart services, aiming for disciplined execution and long-term value creation. — TMR
The Star
22-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Daim's frozen billions face forfeiture by MACC
PUTRAJAYA: Frozen assets worth billions linked to the late finance minister Tun Daim Zainuddin, his family and his proxies, are currently in the process of asset forfeiture by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC). Chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said that around RM2bil in assets was currently frozen. 'It could be more after we obtain certain information from overseas. 'We are communicating with authorities from other countries, including Switzerland, the United Kingdom and others. 'We have investigated him since February 2023 and have opened numerous investigation papers including the latest one. 'Even though he has passed on, the MACC is heading towards the direction of asset forfeiture and we are looking at assets that had not been declared previously,' he said at a press conference at the MACC headquarters here yesterday. On Jan 29, 2024, Daim was charged with failing to declare his assets in the Sessions Court. According to the charge sheet, Daim had intentionally given a written statement under oath that did not comply with the terms of notice under Section 36(1) (b) of the MACC Act 2009, whereby he did not declare assets as stated in Appendix A (which included a bank account, seven luxury cars, 38 companies and 25 plots of land and properties spread across Kuala Lumpur, Negri Sembilan, Pahang and Perak. Daim was charged under Section 36(2) of the MACC Act 2009, which carries imprisonment of up to five years and a fine not exceeding RM100,000, upon conviction. Daim was granted bail of RM280,000 in one surety. However, he passed away on Nov 13 at the age of 86. On the ongoing investigation into Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob, Azam said that the MACC will record the statement of his former son-in-law. Datuk Jovian Mandagie is expected to have his statement recorded in the next two weeks. 'Jovian is based in Indonesia and we will need to record his statements. This is to confirm the assets declared by Ismail Sabri. 'There were some assets mentioned in Ismail Sabri's statement that we need to verify. I believe it will be done within a week or two. 'Investigations are expected to be completed by the end of June when we will then refer it to the DPP for further action. If there is enough to charge then we will suggest doing so,' he said. On the investigations into the disappearance of Datin Seri Pamela Ling Yueh, he said that it is fully a police matter. 'I maintain that this occurred outside the MACC and we leave it to the police to investigate. Whatever they wanted we have provided. 'We never called her with the intent to arrest her. To clear up issues, Pamela was (previously) arrested over failure to present herself to the MACC, not due to the investigation of the case. 'Failure to present themselves is an offence. That is all and it is separate from our investigation,' he said. On April 9, Pamela was summoned to the MACC headquarters in Putrajaya to assist with an investigation under the MACC Act 2009 and the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing, and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act. However, she went missing while on her way to the appointment. Her lawyer filed a police report regarding her disappearance on the same day. So far, no ransom demand has been made in connection with her disappearance.
The Star
22-05-2025
- The Star
MACC in process of seizing late Daim's assets worth billions
PUTRAJAYA: Assets linked to the late Tun Daim Zainuddin, his family and his proxies worth billions of ringgit are currently in the asset forfeiture process, says the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC). Its Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said around RM2bill of Daim's assets are currently frozen. "It could be more. We are communicating from authorities from Switzerland, the United Kingdom and others. "We have been investigating him since February 2023 and have opened numerous investigation papers. "Even though he has passed on, the MACC is seeking asset forfeiture and we are looking at assets that were not declared," he said, On Jan 29, 2024, Daim was charged in the Sessions Court with failing to declare his assets. According to the charge sheet, Daim had intentionally given a written statement under oath that did not comply with the terms of notice under Section 36(1)(b) of the MACC Act 2009, where he did not declare assets such as a bank account, seven luxury cars, 38 companies and 25 lands and properties spread across Kuala Lumpur, Negri Sembilan, Pahang and Perak. Daim was charged under Section 36(2) of the MACC Act 2009, which carries imprisonment of up to five years and a fine not exceeding RM100,000, upon conviction. Daim was granted bail of RM280,000 in one surety. He passed away on Nov 13 at the age of 86.
