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New Straits Times
02-07-2025
- New Straits Times
CelcomDigi tower in Raub vandalised, network disruption reported
KUANTAN: A telecommunications tower owned by CelcomDigi in Dong, Raub, has been reported damaged due to vandalism, disrupting services in the surrounding areas. State Communications and Multimedia, Youth, Sports and Non-Governmental Organisation Committee chairman Fadzli Mohamad Kamal said preliminary investigations by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) found the tower served as a 'collector' linking eight other transmission towers. The affected towers are located in Kampung Gesing, Sungai Ruan, Kampung Jelu, Bukit Pampong, Kampung Chendra Chinchin, Kampung Tanjung Putus, Kampung Temau, and Kampung Gali Hilir. "Due to this act of vandalism, many components were damaged and are no longer functional, requiring complete replacement depending on stock availability. "As an interim measure, CelcomDigi is working to reactivate the damaged towers in stages," he said in a Facebook post last night.
New Straits Times
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: Veteran singer Sheqal laid to rest
RAUB: Renowned 1990s singer Sheqal, whose real name was Shahrin Salehuddin, 59, was laid to rest in Kampung Tanjung Putus, Dong, here at around 7.05pm. His body was brought from Tuanku Ja'afar Hospital (HTJ) in Seremban, and funeral prayers were performed at the Lechar Village Mosque by about 200 congregants before being taken to the Kemuning Islamic cemetery. Sheqal died at 12.31pm at HTJ after being hospitalised since June 4 and placed in a medically induced coma on June 6 due to . His eldest son, Muhammad Fathullah Shaharim, 21, said his father often reminded him never to neglect his prayers and to always care for the family. "As the eldest of two siblings, my father told me to take responsibility for the family. "I also postponed my multimedia studies to take care of him during his illness. "God willing, I will reapply to continue my studies later," he said. Meanwhile, fellow singer and long-time friend Aming Spring described Sheqal's passing as a great loss. "He was a man of noble character, never hurt anyone's feelings. "We truly cherish the memories we shared with him on stage," he said. State Communications and Multimedia, Youth, Sports and Non-governmental Organisations Committee chairman Fadzli Mohamad Kamal, also described Sheqal's death as a significant loss to both the local arts scene and the state of Pahang. "Sheqal was not only known for his emotionally touching songs but also as a language lover and writer of religious-themed books. "His songs carried meaningful lyrics rarely delivered by other singers," he said.
New Straits Times
04-05-2025
- Sport
- New Straits Times
RXZ Fighter 3.0 likely to remain in Kuantan largely due to accommodation concerns
KUANTAN: There are plans to host the RXZ Fighter 3.0 gathering outside the state capital next year, but the main challenge lies in ensuring adequate accommodation for participants. State Communications and Multimedia, Youth, Sports and Non-Governmental Organisations Committee chairman, Fadzli Mohamad Kamal, said Kuantan is still the most suitable location for the third edition next year. "It is true that I received a lot of feedback suggesting that we host the RXZ Fighter gathering for the biker community in other districts. However, Kuantan has the advantage of a strategic location and ample accommodation, including hotels and homestays for participants "If the organisers choose other districts, we would have to identify a suitable venue, and accommodation could become a major issue especially as hotels may not be able to handle the large number of participants coming from across the country," he told reporters after closing the RXZ Fighter 2.0 gathering at Teluk Cempedak yesterday. There have been calls to hold the RXZ Fighter event outside Kuantan due to its potential positive spillover effects on tourism and the local economy, boosting demand for hotel rooms, homestays, souvenir sales, and restaurants during the event. After the inaugural edition held at Serambi Kuantan last year drew around 50,000 participants, the two-day event that concluded yesterday attracted approximately 70,000 motorcycle enthusiasts, including riders from Thailand, Indonesia, and Singapore. Meanwhile, Fadzli, who represented Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail at the event, said the gathering also serves as a platform to educate riders on road safety and the importance of respecting other road users. "Even during the promotional videos on social media and in my speech at the gathering, I consistently emphasised that safety must always remain the top priority. "While we are here to celebrate youths and the passion of the biking community, we must first prioritise personal safety, the safety of the participants' families, and that of other road users," he said. On May 2, a 31-year-old motorcyclist was killed and two others seriously injured after a collision at KM430 of the East Coast Expressway Phase 2 in Terengganu. The trio were travelling from Kelantan to attend the RXZ Fighter gathering here. Meanwhile, Fadzli described the event this year as a major success, especially after most hotels and homestays were fully booked since Friday, with some participants forced to set up tents along the beach overnight. "We received overwhelming support from riders across the country, as well as from groups in Thailand, Indonesia, and Singapore. We will begin early preparations for RXZ Fighter 3.0 next year," he said.
New Straits Times
02-05-2025
- Automotive
- New Straits Times
Safety first, says exco ahead of massive RXZ bike gathering in Kuantan
KUANTAN: As the highly anticipated RXZ Fighter 2.0 gathering kicks off at Teluk Cempedak today, a Pahang executive council member has reminded motorcycle enthusiasts to prioritise safety at all times. State Communications and Multimedia, Youth, Sports and Non-Governmental Organisations Committee chairman Fadzli Mohamad Kamal advised biking enthusiasts travelling from across the country to the state capital here to adhere to traffic regulations and respect other road users. "All participants should remember that safety must be adhered to during their ride to the event in Kuantan. Ride carefully, and keep your loved ones and families in mind. "Participants must ensure that their motorcycles are roadworthy before making the trip. Although the event celebrates the biking community through various programmes, safety remains the utmost priority," he said in a Facebook posting. Last year, two motorcyclists who were travelling to attend the RXZ Fighter gathering here were involved in separate road accidents along the East Coast Expressway. The two-day event, which starts at noon today, will conclude tomorrow. Meanwhile, Fadzli said the second edition this weekend follows the success of the inaugural RXZ Fighter event held at Serambi Teruntum here last year. "Last year, around 50,000 participants attended the gathering, and we expect a bigger turnout this year. This event is more than just a gathering of motorcycle enthusiasts as it serves as a platform for youth empowerment, tourism promotion, and social engagement," he said. Meanwhile, event organiser Kelab Permotoran RXZ, in a statement, said that participants stand a chance to win lucky draw prizes worth approximately RM400,000, including a pick-up truck and RXZ motorcycles. The event will also feature five Pahang-born riders currently competing in the 2025 Malaysian Petronas Cub Prix, who will showcase their bike-handling skills.
