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New Straits Times
9 hours ago
- Sport
- New Straits Times
'King Gobal' kicks off his new book
KUALA LUMPUR: Football legend Datuk K. Rajagobal officially launched his own autobiography titled "Inilah Saya K. Rajagobal" today. The memoir, which chronicles Rajagobal's chequered footballing life — its triumphs and tribulations — was launched at the Kuala Lumpur International Book Fair at the World Trade Centre. The 68-year-old's epic three-decade journey through Malaysian football — both as a flamboyant winger for Selangor and successful national coach — offers inspiration to future generations of Malaysian footballers. At the launch of his much-anticipated autobiography (written in Bahasa Malaysia), Rajagobal expressed his heartfelt gratitude to those in attendance, including Kumpulan Karangkraf co-adviser Datuk Nasir Hamzah, FA of Malaysia deputy president Datuk S. Sivasundram, and former national players Datuk Reduan Abdullah, Datuk Zainal Abidin Hassan, Khairul Fahmi Che Mat, K. Gurusamy and Razman Roslan. "This book is not just about me as a coach, it's about sharing my experiences, my struggles — falling down and rising again. That's what I want to give to all Malaysians," said Rajagobal at the launch. "I don't want to just highlight my achievements. I want to tell the younger generation that anyone — regardless of whether they're in sports — can succeed if they work hard, stay disciplined, and hold on to their dreams." Affectionately called "The Blessed One" by his fans, Rajagobal hopes the book will motivate readers to persevere through life's challenges. "Our journey is not always easy. There will be hardships and setbacks, but what matters is how we respond. Every time I fell, I got back up. I want to share that spirit. I hope this book becomes a source of inspiration, a reflection of the Malaysian soul," he said. Rajagobal's coaching journey included stints with PKNS, Selangor, Kelantan, Sarawak and Brunei, but it was with the national teams — Harimau Muda, Malaysia Under-23s, and the senior side — that he cemented his legacy. He guided the national team to a historic gold medal at the 2009 Laos Sea Games before delivering Malaysia's maiden AFF Championship title a year later — a landmark moment in the country's football history. Rajagobal closed his speech with a humble acknowledgment of the collective effort behind his achievements. "Without the players, I cannot succeed. Without the officials, I cannot succeed. That's why I want to thank everyone who has supported me," he said.
The Star
19 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Star
Owner and buffalo Awang to part after five years
AFTER five years of caring for a 650kg buffalo named Awang, owner Muhammad Faris Aiman in Kuantan is selling it for RM12,000, Harian Metro reported. He explained that he was doing so not because of financial problems but that he had come to realise it was time to let go. 'I have had offers in the past but I wasn't ready to sell it then,' said Muhammad Faris, 25. He said Awang was gifted to him by his father when the buffalo was just one year old. The buyer, he said, wanted to donate Awang to a madrasah for a sacrificial ritual. For Hari Raya Haji this year, he said he had sold 300 cows so far. > Mila Mohsin, the daughter of the late actor Hani Mohsin, is all set to have an acting career, Harian Metro reported. She will appear in the movie Laknat, which premieres on June 5. 'My mother has given me her blessing to be involved in films,' said Mila, 31, referring to Puan Sri Tiara Jacquelina. Mila, who is also a jujitsu trainee, said she was fortunate to have had the chance to learn from her parents. > The venue of the comeback concert by nasyid group Inteam has been switched to a bigger place in view of the overwhelming reception from their fans, Berita Harian reported. This came about after the tickets, which went on sale on May 23, were taken up within two hours. The venue was changed from Zepp Kuala Lumpur to Idea Live Arena in Petaling Jaya that could accommodate about 5,000 fans. Konsert Kasih Kekasih 25 Tahun Inteam, originally slated for Sept 27, was also pushed a day later. 'We decided to change the date and the location after hearing the feedback from our fans,' said Inteam member Mohd Syahril Abdul Khalid. The above article is compiled from the vernacular newspapers (Bahasa Malaysia, Chinese and Tamil dailies). As such, stories are grouped according to the respective language/medium. Where a paragraph begins with this ' >'sign, it denotes a separate news item.
The Star
19 hours ago
- The Star
When eating durian in a hotel can be a ‘costly' affair
A CHINESE national holidaying in Singapore was slapped with a S$200 (RM659) fine for eating durian in a four-star hotel in Orchard Road, reported Kwong Wah Yit Poh. The tourist shared her experience on her RedNote social networking account on May 26 that she was unaware of hotel regulations in South-East Asian countries like Singapore and Malaysia prohibiting guests from bringing durian into the premises. 'Some netizens shared online that they had been fined S$500 before. So, I think S$200 was still a reasonable amount and I requested the cleaner to get rid of the leftover durian in my room,' she said. The tourist said she arrived in Singapore on May 24 and the next day, she bought packets of durian and other fruits and took it back to the hotel as there was no place to eat them. The following day she received a note from the hotel informing that the housekeeper discovered durian smell in her room and that the hotel would impose a S$200 cleaning fee to get rid of the smell. > Taiwanese actress Joe Chen has hit back at those who criticised her over her lack of knowledge on appendicitis, China Press reported. Netizens had commented on Chen's experience of undergoing a surgery in Malaysia to remove her appendix that she posted on her social media accounts on May 27. The 46-year-old hit back on her Weibo account: '... I don't know my diagnosis has become one of the most searched topics.' The above article is compiled from the vernacular newspapers (Bahasa Malaysia, Chinese and Tamil dailies). As such, stories are grouped according to the respective language/medium. Where a paragraph begins with this ' >'sign, it denotes a separate news item.
Herald Malaysia
2 days ago
- General
- Herald Malaysia
Malaysian Catholics embrace the call to gentle communication
The theme for this year, drawn from 1 Peter 3:15, Share with gentleness the hope that is in your hearts, speaks powerfully to Malaysia's multiracial and multifaith setting, where communication must be thoughtful, respectful, and focused on building bridges across differences. Across Malaysia, World Communications Day is being marked with reflection, prayer, and renewed commitment to using media for unity, not division. This year the Episcopal Regional Commission for Social Communications (ERCSC) of Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei, prepared a suite of resources for dioceses and parishes. These include: • A prayer booklet (in English and Bahasa Malaysia) • A video explanation of the Pope's message • A poster promoting the Church's role as a voice of hope and reconciliation All resources were widely shared across dioceses to support parish-based activities ( Diocesan Celebrations In the Archdiocese of Kota Kinabalu , over 30 Catholic media practitioners gathered on May 17 at the Archdiocesan Catholic Centre for a reflection session based on the theme. The session concluded with Mass celebrated by Msgr Nicholas Stephen. In the Diocese of Keningau , the diocesan radio, Radio Online Kekitaan (ROK) aired a series of interviews over nine days with Catholic media practitioners reflecting on Pope Francis' message, culminating on June 1. Meanwhile, in the Archdiocese of Kuala Lumpur , parish communicators were invited to the opening and blessing of Cahayasuara, the diocesan communications centre. The event included a short historical presentation, the signing of a commemorative plaque, and a keynote address by ecclesiastical assistant Fr Dr Clarence Devadass, who introduced new diocesan-parish collaboration initiatives. There was also a prizegiving for the winners of the art competition held earlier based on the theme.
The Star
2 days ago
- Health
- The Star
Tunku Azizah wins acar buah competition
Compiled by CHARLES RAMENDRAN, C. ARUNO and R. ARAVINTHAN ATTENDEES of the recent Pahang Women's Institute Carnival were in awe when the winner of the acar buah (spiced fruit pickle) competition was announced. Up against 10 other participants, Tengku Ampuan Pahang Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah Almarhum Sultan Iskandar emerged the winner of the competition, which she secretly participated under the pseudonym Aminah Mahmood, Utusan Malaysia reported. Participants were required to prepare their dishes at home before submitting their entries at the event. Her Royal Highness kept her identity hidden from both the judges and fellow contestants. The competition chief judge, 74-year-old Siti Rokiah Lebai Rahmat, was emotionally overwhelmed when the true identity of the winner was revealed. 'In all my 39 years as a food judge, I have never tested Her Royal Highness' dishes. 'Our judging is solely based on the quality and extraordinary taste of a dish. 'The gravy of the acar prepared by Her Royal Highness was thick but not oily. Every slice of fruit was well marinated with balanced flavours and spices. 'It was so special and appetising,' she said. The Tengku Ampuan Pahang, who is known for her passion for traditional cuisine and culinary arts, said the pickle recipe was what she usually prepared for her family. > A study revealed that cases of mental illness have surged by 70% in Asean countries over the past 35 years, affecting more than 80 million people. According to Berita Harian , the study, which was published in The Lancet Public Health, also revealed that the rise was mainly among teenagers aged between 15 and 19. It also revealed that the number of smokers in Asean countries rose by 63% in the same period, with 137 million people currently in the habit. The study found that smoking-related diseases was the cause of 11% of deaths in the region. Singapore recorded the lowest mortality at 70 deaths for every 100,000 men while Cambodia the highest at 350 deaths. The above articles are compiled from the vernacular newspapers (Bahasa Malaysia, Chinese and Tamil dailies). As such, stories are grouped according to the respective language/medium. Where a paragraph begins with a >, it denotes a separate news item.
