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New Straits Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: Siti on nephew's talent: Ahmad is a good singer, but studies come first
KUALA LUMPUR: Biduanita Negara Datuk Seri Siti Nurhaliza, 46, has expressed her delight that her 13-year-old nephew, Ahmad Dayyan, has captivated many with his singing talent. In a recent interview with Harian Metro, Siti expressed her happiness that Ahmad Dayyan possesses a talent similar to that of his elder sister, Umai. "It's great that he's got this talent; it clearly runs in my family," said Siti. "Ahmad's name has gone viral, and many people want him to be a guest singer. However, he has to remember that he is still at school, and his studies come first," she emphasised. When asked to comment on Ahmad's recent admission on TikTok that he felt pressure to sing well, Siti believed that with experience and exposure, her nephew would be able to handle himself well in the music industry. "I hope Ahmad doesn't feel pressured, and I believe he can carry himself well in the industry. He is still young and has a long way to go," she said. Ahmad is currently a student at a sports school and is actively involved in sepak takraw. "I hope he can balance his studies and singing, just like I did, so that his teachers don't have any complaints about him," she added. Siti also mentioned that as he grows up, Ahmad will find his own identity. Ahmad, who is also the son of singer Siti Saerah, has become increasingly well-known since his performance at the Violet Skies Datuk Seri Siti Nurhaliza Live in Arena of Stars Concert in early July.
Borneo Post
3 days ago
- Sport
- Borneo Post
Sarawak squash players deliver silver medals at 8th Borneo Junior Open
(From left) Lee Xin Yii and Siti Syaurah speaking to reporters at the Sarawak Squash Centre in Kuching yesterday. — Photo by Kentigern Minggu KUCHING (July 21): Squash players Siti Syaurah A. Sufian and Lee Xin Yii made Sarawak proud after both finished as runners-up in their age group at the 8th Borneo Junior Open 2025 held here yesterday. Siti fought hard to reach the final only to fall 11-7, 7-11, 4-11, 9-11 to Selangor's Niea Chew in the Girl's Under-15 category. 'I feel very happy, a little bit sad. But there's no difference. I'll come back stronger for another tournament,' she told reporters after receiving her medal. Lee pushed Ooi Wen Min of Perlis to the wire in the Girl's U17 final before losing the tight five-setter 12-10, 8-11, 11-2, 8-11, 6-2. 'Of course I was nervous but I overcame the pressure by just continuing to play,' she said. Both girls, hailing from Miri, mentioned top squash players such as Malaysia's S. Sivasangari and Japan's Satomi Watanabe as their inspiration to excel in the sport. Siti also has his uncle and coach Athar Ali to thank for taking her this far. 'The Girls' Under-15 and Under-17 categories are not easy to win. From the first round to the final, you have to fight all the way. 'Today she reached the final, but in the last game, she wanted to give up because she was injured. I told her, 'No need to give up, just finish your match,'' he said on how he tries to offer support and motivation. Meanwhile, Sarawak's Mandy Wong En Tune and Annabelle Marie Teo Shao Ying finished third and fourth respectively in the Girl's U19 category. The tournament attracted 346 junior squash players (males and females) from across Malaysia and from 16 countries competing in U11, U13, U15, U17 and U19 events. 8th Borneo Junior Open squash
The Star
4 days ago
- The Star
Entry gridlock after immigration gates crash
JOHOR BARU: Chaos erupted at major entry points across Malaysia as tens of thousands of foreign travellers were left stranded for hours following a massive nationwide failure of the automatic gate system. Long queues were reported at KL International Airport and land border crossings, particularly in Johor, where many Singaporeans were caught in the gridlock at the Bangunan Sultan Iskandar (BSI) and Kompleks Sultan Abu Bakar (KSAB) Customs, Immigration and Quarantine (CIQ) complexes. 'I never expected to be stuck here for almost four hours,' said a Singaporean traveller, known as Tan, who was among the thousands stuck at the BSI checkpoint. 'The authorities should have had a backup system, especially during the weekend when many of us travel to Johor for leisure and shopping.' Another Singaporean, Siti, said she had to postpone a family outing as a result. 'My elderly parents have knee problems and can't stand for long. With the autogates, we usually clear immigration in 15 minutes,' she said. The disruption, described by officials as the worst in recent years, began around noon on Friday and affected more than 200 autogate machines nationwide. Foreign passport holders were unable to clear immigration via the automated lanes, while Malaysian passport holders continued to pass through without issues. The MyBorderPass system for Malaysians also remained functional. The Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS), in a statement, said the failure was due to a data integration disruption, leading to cross-checking delays within the MyIMMs. As a result, autogates used by foreigners were rendered inoperable. The agency said all manual immigration counters were activated and additional manpower was deployed. Johor works, transportation and infrastructure committee chairman Mohamad Fazli Mohamad Salleh said he had spoken to the Immigration Department director-general about the issue. 'It appears the glitch is linked to the Interpol screening system used for foreign nationals. We've never experienced a breakdown of this scale before,' he told The Star. 'We've received numerous complaints, and we will be holding a meeting to see how we can better manage this situation.' At the BSI complex alone, there are 39 autogates for exits and 29 for entry, while KSAB has 12 in operation. As of press time, some of the autogates were already coming back online in stages nationwide, and foreigners have been able to use them since 4.30pm yesterday. A security official said it would take some time before all the autogates are fully operational. Meanwhile, Johor Mentri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi, who made a surprise visit to the BSI complex, expressed disappointment over the system disruption, which lasted for more than 24 hours. 'Operations at the country's border checkpoints have yet to reach the level of efficiency we expect,' he said. Onn Hafiz added that such incidents not only inconvenience the public but also affect the image of the state and the nation. Since June 1, 2024, visitors from 63 countries, as well as diplomats serving in Malaysia and their family members, have been eligible to use the autogates for faster clearance. The AKPS has assured the public that they are working closely with the Immigration Department to identify and resolve the root cause as soon as possible.
Daily Express
6 days ago
- Politics
- Daily Express
Siti Kasim wins suit over unlawful arrest by Jawi officers
Published on: Friday, July 18, 2025 Published on: Fri, Jul 18, 2025 By: Faisal Asyraf, FMT Text Size: Siti Kasim was arrested during the 2016 raid on a private event. Kuala Lumpur: The High Court here has ruled that the Federal Territories Islamic Religious Department (Jawi) and its officers unlawfully arrested and detained lawyer-activist Siti Kasim during a raid on a private fundraising dinner in 2016. Judge Su Tiang Joo said the court was satisfied that Siti had proven her case on a balance of probabilities. Advertisement He affirmed that Siti had been present in her capacity as an assistant advocate when she was arrested at around 10.30pm on April 3, 2016, and held without basis until her release at approximately 2.30am the following day. Su said the religious officers involved had neither the lawful grounds to arrest the plaintiff nor the authority to act on offences under the Penal Code. He then awarded Siti RM160,000 in general and aggravated damages, along with RM100,000 in legal costs. Siti filed the civil suit against Jawi and the government in September 2019, claiming compensation for wrongful arrest and illegal detention. She contended that she suffered 'loss of freedom' for four hours after she was detained by Jawi officers on April 3, 2016 as well as nervous shock, insult and mental anguish. She said she was only carrying out her duty as a lawyer during the raid, and insisted that she had not obstructed the officers from carrying out their duties. Siti was acquitted by the magistrates' court here on Aug 21, 2020, of a charge under Section 186 of the Penal Code for allegedly obstructing Jawi officer Nor Jihan Saleh during the raid, which took place at a transgender beauty pageant event. Lawyer A Saha Deva represented Siti, while senior federal counsel Nur Irmawatie Daud appeared for the defendants. * 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
15-07-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Shell MDS launches new GTL SaraCare product range at IEW 2025
(From right) Siti, Hazland, Amir and Au give a thumbs-up during the launch of the Shell GTL SaraCare product range at IEW 2025. KUCHING (July 16): Shell Middle Distillate Synthesis (MDS) Malaysia has officially launched its new Shell GTL SaraCare product range, marking another milestone in demonstrating the company's Gas-to-Liquids (GTL) technology and its capabilities in driving innovation. The launch took place during the International Energy Week (IEW) 2025 at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) yesterday and was officiated by State Deputy Minister of Energy and Environmental Sustainability, Datuk Dr Hazland Abang Hipni. Shell Malaysia Country Chair and Vice-President of Upstream Malaysia, Siti Sulaiman, said the launch reaffirms Shell's dedication to innovation and excellence. 'Today's launch reaffirms our unwavering commitment to continuous innovation and excellence in serving our customers. Shell MDS Malaysia is proud to be among the pioneers in GTL technology – home to Shell's first commercial-scale GTL plant in the world,' she said in a press release. 'For over three decades, we have been learning, evolving, and pushing the frontiers of GTL innovation to meet and exceed our customers' expectations. We believe SaraCare represents a meaningful milestone that will resonate with them.' Shell GTL SaraCare is a premium, high-purity wax derived from natural gas. Its stable and safe-to-use ingredients offer superior performance as rheology modifiers, skin feel modifiers, waterproofing agents, wear resistance agents, structuring agents, and binding agents – making it an ideal component in the formulation of personal care and cosmetic products. The name SaraCare pays tribute to Sarawak, the state in which the product originates, with 'Sara' derived from the name Sarawak itself. The new product forms part of Shell MDS Malaysia's growing portfolio of specialty waxes, further strengthening its presence in the global market. Among those present at the launch were Shell MDS Malaysia general manager Amir Bakar, Shell Malaysia director of Corporate Relations Cindy Lopez, and Shell MDS general manager of Marketing Au Tong Sing. Commissioned in 1993, Shell MDS Malaysia is the world's first commercial GTL plant. Following over two decades of research and development, Shell successfully revolutionised GTL technology, enabling the transformation of natural gas into ultra-pure liquid fuels, lubricants, chemicals, performance fluids, and solid waxes. The company currently employs over 450 staff, nearly 90 per cent of whom are Sarawakians.
