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The Sun
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Selangor Sultan visits renowned Yusof Ghani's art gallery
SHAH ALAM: The Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, today visited the TAPAK Gallery in Section 8, which is owned by renowned Malaysian artist Yusof Ghani. His Royal Highness spent nearly 40 minutes viewing the works of the Johor-born artist, whose paintings have featured in various local and international art exhibitions. Segerak, Biring, Wajah and Ombak were among the popular paintings on display at the gallery, which has been open since 2009 and captivated the interest of the Sultan, who is known for his strong appreciation of art. Sultan Sharafuddin also graced the unveiling of Yusof's latest book, titled Cenderawasih: Energy and Emotion, which has been in production since 2022. His Royal Highness also viewed a live painting demonstration by Yusof, featuring his newest creation inspired by Cenderawasih, or the Bird-of-Paradise. Yusof, a prominent national artist, began his career in the early 1980s. His paintings have since been exhibited at numerous international art exhibitions, including in Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand, Japan, the United Kingdom, Germany, Spain, the United States and Canada. Among his popular artworks are Tari, Protest, Topeng, Wayang, Hijau, Segerak, Biring, Wajah and Ombak.
The Star
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Star
Sultan of Selangor graces unveiling of art luminary's latest exhibition
SHAH ALAM: Selangor's Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah honoured the unveiling of Cenderawasih, the latest series by renowned Malaysian artist Yusof Ghani. The occasion marked another milestone in Yusof's illustrious four-decade career as a painter, sculptor, writer, professor, and curator. "It is a great honour to have Tuanku officiate this new series," Yusof said in his speech at the Tapak Gallery on Saturday (June 28). "I encountered the majestic Cenderawasih, or the Bird-of-Paradise, during a visit to Papua New Guinea nearly a decade ago. "Amidst the darkness of the forest and the people, the radiant bird appeared like a dream. Its colour, its energy, its sheer beauty left a lasting impression on me," he added. Yusof recounted being "almost hypnotised" by the bird's presence, an experience that lingered long after he returned to Malaysia. That moment of awe, he explained, eventually evolved into Cenderawasih — a body of work that foregrounds aesthetic exploration above all. "In this series, I prioritised beauty, because if ever a subject deserved such reverence, it is the Cenderawasih. In my use of colour, I sought to create a visual symphony—an expression of the bird's splendour and spiritual resonance," he said. Titled Cenderawasih: Energy and Emotion, the series showcases Yusof's masterful use of oil and charcoal on canvas, blending layered colours and tonal contrasts to capture the bird's vibrant spirit and emotional depth.
International Business Times
4 days ago
- International Business Times
Malaysia's Johor Police Probe Singapore-Registered Car for Driving Against Traffic on Expressway
Malaysia Police are looking into an incident involving a Singapore-registered vehicle driving against traffic on the Senai-Desaru Expressway at 55 kilometers per hour. In a statement issued on Sunday, June 22, Kota Tinggi police head Superintendent Yusof Othman said that the event took place about 11.31 am on Saturday, June 21. A 12-second video of the event, shared to Community Roda Johor's Facebook page, showed the white car going in the wrong lane. The car registered in Singapore apparently did not stop to allow the car to pass, even though it slowed down a little when it was approached by the vehicle recording the dashcam footage. Yusof said that the driver of the vehicle was "endangering other road users" and that the case was being looked into for reckless and dangerous driving in accordance with Malaysia's Road Transport Act 1987. He asked the public to help with investigations by calling 017-479 3329 and contacting Traffic Enforcement Officer Inspector Amirul Mustakim Mustaza with any information regarding the incident. "The police advises all road users always to stay vigilant and obey traffic laws for the safety of everyone," he added, as quoted by AsiaOne.
Sinar Daily
4 days ago
- Sinar Daily
One dead, one seriously injured in three-vehicle crash
The driver of the Toyota Hilux had serious head injuries and is being treated at the Kota Tinggi Hospital while the lorry driver was unhurt. 24 Jun 2025 10:23am Investigations revealed that the accident is believed to have occurred when the Honda Stream from Mersing to Kota Tinggi lost control and skidded to hit the lorry coming from the opposite direction before colliding with the Toyota Hilux behind the lorry. - Photo courtesy of JBPM KOTA TINGGI - A man died, while another was seriously injured in an accident involving three vehicles at Kilometre 60 of Jalan Johor Bahru-Mersing here, last night. Kota Tinggi district police chief Supt Yusof Othman said his department received information on the incident involving a Honda Stream car, a Hino lorry and a Toyota Hilux at about 11.55 last night. Investigations revealed that the accident is believed to have occurred when the Honda Stream from Mersing to Kota Tinggi lost control and skidded to hit the lorry coming from the opposite direction before colliding with the Toyota Hilux behind the lorry. - Photo courtesy of JBPM He said investigations revealed that the accident is believed to have occurred when the Honda Stream from Mersing to Kota Tinggi lost control and skidded to hit the lorry coming from the opposite direction before colliding with the Toyota Hilux behind the lorry. "As a result of the accident, the 34-year-old driver of the car died at the scene from serious injuries while his passenger escaped with minor injuries. "The driver of the Toyota Hilux had serious head injuries and is being treated at the Kota Tinggi Hospital while the lorry driver was unhurt," he said in a statement today. Yusof said the case was still under investigation under Section 41 (1) of the Road Transport Act 1987. - BERNAMA More Like This
AsiaOne
5 days ago
- AsiaOne
Johor cops probe Singapore-registered car for driving against traffic on expressway, Singapore News
Police in Johor are investigating an incident involving a Singapore-registered vehicle travelling against traffic at the 55km mark on the Senai-Desaru Expressway. In a statement on Sunday (June 22), Kota Tinggi police chief Superintendent Yusof Othman said the incident is believed to have occurred at around 11.31am on Saturday. A 12-second video of the incident, which was uploaded to the a Facebook page by the name of Community Roda Johor, shows the white car driving on the wrong lane. Although it slowed down slightly when approached by the vehicle recording the dashcam footage, the Singapore-registered car seemingly did not come to a stop to let the vehicle pass. Stating that the driver of the car was "endangering other road users", Yusof said the case was being investigated under Malaysia's Road Transport Act 1987 for reckless and dangerous driving. He urged members of the public with information about the incident to contact Traffic Enforcement Officer Inspector Amirul Mustakim Mustaza at 017-479 3329 to assist in investigations. "The police advises all road users always to stay vigilant and obey traffic laws for the safety of everyone," he added. [[nid:715440]]
