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New Straits Times
4 days ago
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Anwar joins 500 congregants in Takbir Raya ahead of Aidiladha
KAJANG: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim joined around 500 congregants in reciting the Takbir Raya in celebration of Hari Raya Aidiladha tomorrow. Anwar, who was dressed in light grey Baju Melayu, led the recitation after Friday prayers at Surau Al Ikhwan, here. Also present was Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari. Meanwhile, today's Friday sermon touched on the significance of Arafah Day for Muslims, calling for sincere reflection and spiritual renewal. The sermon urged Muslims to enliven Islam in worship by purifying their hearts from arrogance and negligence, and to embody Islamic values in character by being honest, trustworthy, avoiding deceit, slander, and betrayal. It also called for Muslims to uphold Islamic principles in family life by nurturing love grounded in religious teachings, fulfilling responsibilities, and providing spiritual guidance to spouses and children.
The Star
18-05-2025
- The Star
Johor cops looking for missing teenager
ISKANDAR PUTERI: Police are looking for a teenager who has not returned home from school since Friday (May 16). Iskandar Puteri OCPD Asst Comm M. Kumarasan said they received a missing person report about 15-year-old Nur Iman Iskandar Abdullah from the boy's father at 4pm on the same day. 'The teenager from SMK Bukit Indah was last seen in a Baju Melayu, which he wore to a Hari Raya event at his school. 'Nur Iman Iskandar is about 153cm tall and weighs around 50kg,' he said in a statement on Sunday. He added that the teenager was believed to have had a misunderstanding with his family before going missing. ACP Kumarasan urged anyone with information on the teenager's whereabouts to contact assistant investigating officer Sarjan Muhammad Izra Syamir Iruan at 013-905 2230 or the Iskandar Puteri police headquarters control centre at 07-511 3622 or 07-511 4486.
New Straits Times
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: M. Nasir's magical Raya music
WHEN music maestro Datuk M. Nasir is on the big stage, he never disappoints to give fans a great time. This was exactly what he did recently, serenading 1,500 of them in Zepp KL with 20 mostly Hari Raya gems, and showing that he was very much a 'party animal' despite hitting 67. Nasir kept his fans singing, dancing and swaying along to his beats, like a modern-day version of Merlin throughout his 8pm show. TWO HOURS Nasir's two-hour Raya extravaganza was the 'Dato M N46IR Cipta' show. In this non-stop show, which mainly featured Hari Raya gems over the ages, Nasir unveiled a treasure trove of songs he had penned for other artistes throughout his illustrious career. Nasir, dressed stylishly in a brown Baju Melayu, appeared on the dot with 10 musicians and three backing vocalists. He kicked off his concert with the power-packed 'Raya Yang Sempurna', a hit for rock legend Datuk Awie, and followed this up with 'Hari Raya Hari Bahagia', whose original singers included his late wife Junainah Johari. "Happy Raya and thank you all. Was it jammed?" asked Nasir. "Let's go for nostalgic songs tonight. It's simply great to see you all in baju Melayu. "This is a very special concert, so let us make it a culture, let us have it annually!" Nasir's fans sang along heartily to the celebratory 'Hati Emas' and 'Raikan Cinta'. The latter was very percussive and got the audiences dancing at their seats. 'Sentuhan Di Hari Raya' was a hit for another rock legend Datuk Amy of Search. "It's been years since I sang this song. Amy made it popular, so looks like I've got to compete with him," said Nasir with a smile. Nasir paid tribute to Tan Sri P. Ramlee and Ahmad Jaafar with his sixth song, 'Suara Takbir'. His rendition of the Ramlee gem was melodious and poignant with strong accordion and drum sounds. TRIBUTE His seventh song was 'Lebaran Bonda', a "tribute to all mums" and his composition for Datuk Hattan with a zapin sound. Song number eight was an Indonesian hit popular in Johor and Singapore most recently sung by Gigi. Titled 'Selamat Hari Lebaran', it was easily recognised for its Arabic sound and chorus, and Nasir got everyone singing along to its catchy tune. Nasir then invited a 20-something lass known only as Puteri up stage. They sang a heartwarming duet 'Halaman Asmara', made popular by Awie and Ziana Zain, and the maestro praised the starlet for her performance. Nasir also introduced the oldest recorded Raya song, 'Selamat Hari Raya' by Al-Jawaher. A spiritual tune with a Middle Eastern flavour, it invoked memories of Hari Raya celebrations in the early 20th century. Best of all, the screen behind Nasir heralded stylish computer-generated graphics of ketupat, lamps, mosques, and Raya greetings in Middle Eastern-style fonts. DETOUR Nasir took a detour from festive songs to deliver three of his poignant pop tunes — 'Suatu Masa', 'Salam Dunia' and 'Sahabat Gua'. Fans sang along to the choruses and many began waving their hands, clapping and taking photos of the maestro with their handphone cameras. "How is everybody doing?" asked Nasir, teasing his guests with a song that they knew well. Everybody knew that it was a signal for 'Satu Hari Di Hari Raya', and they were right. This hearty song saw Nasir aim his microphone at the crowd, and fans did a great job singing the entire chorus. "Thank you, ladies and gentlemen!" said Nasir, who soon belted out his catchy hit 'Apokalips'. Nasir returned to Raya songs, starting with Sepahtu's 'Raya Sedondon', a light-hearted fusion of tradition and modernity, the boisterous 'Esok Hari Raya' which Dr Sam made popular, and the most iconic Raya song Puan Sri Saloma's 'Selamat Hari Raya'. "It's been a wonderful concert, and I hope to see all of you next year too," said Nasir, who proved a magnanimous and chatty host throughout the show. "I plan to re-record all these classic Raya songs live, and hopefully, more Malaysians will get to appreciate these national treasures." STYLISH As he ended the concert with his hit from 'Puteri Gunung Ledang' titled 'Kepadamu Kekasih', Nasir said: "These songs evoke a sense of nostalgia during the festive season."
Yahoo
25-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
KFC unveils purr-fect Raya collection for your cats — hand-sewn Baju Melayu & Kebaya + free Zinger
So, you've wrapped up your Raya shopping — or at least, you're halfway there. Matching family outfits? Check. Festive cookies? Stocked. But wait… aren't you forgetting something? That's right — your fur babies can't be left out of the celebration! This Raya, KFC Malaysia has you covered with their adorable Raya Meowriah collection. Prepare for an overload of cuteness! Dressed in KFC's all-red Meowriah collection, your feline companions will be the talk of the kampung. The line features stylish Baju Melayu for your little gentlemen and elegant Baju Kebaya for your dainty queens — perfect for achieving that perempuan Melayu terakhir aesthetic. Crafted from lightweight interlock polyester, these outfits ensure your kitties stay comfy while looking festive. Plus, they're locally hand-sewn, featuring creative designs that celebrate both fashion and food. The sampin and kain for both outfits showcase a KFC-exclusive pattern — think mini burgers, crispy drumsticks, and a lively mix of red, yellow, green, and orange hues to complement the vibrant red top. And as a final touch? A charming Colonel bow tie for both ensembles — because KFC believes in gender equality in meow fashion! The Raya Meowriah collection is available for RM55 in sizes S, M, and L. Unfortunately, if your cat is more chonky than fluffy, you might have to sit this one out — fingers crossed for more sizes next year! These outfits can be purchased exclusively via KFC Malaysia's TikTok shop. And as a bonus, every purchase comes with a free Zinger burger and iced lemon tea — available for self-collection until 30 Apr 2025. The free food can be redeemed at all Malaysian KFC outlets except for Legoland and airports. Click here to find the nearest one to you. Just don't forget to share a little treat with your kitty (after they've graciously tolerated being unpaid models for your fashion show). Want a sneak peek? Watch this video to see KFC's feline models strutting their stuff — their natural catwalk skills might just put Shalom Harlow's empire to shame. Kajang Prison inmates' RM12 kuih Raya takes social media by storm — sells out in just 2 weeks The post KFC unveils purr-fect Raya collection for your cats — hand-sewn Baju Melayu & Kebaya + free Zinger appeared first on
Yahoo
06-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
"That one is mine," Syed Saddiq responds to PMX about Bella Astillah
6 Mar - Who knew that Malaysian Prime Minister Dato' Sri Anwar Ibrahim is the biggest "gossiper" of all, as he successfully made Muar MP Syed Saddiq blush and finally made an admission following his teasing questions about singer Bella Astillah. In a video that had since gone viral, the Muar MP was seen gifting the Prime Minister with two pairs of new Baju Melayu from Primavalet, the same brand he modelled for alongside Bella for the past few months. Anwar couldn't help but tease Saddiq as the gifts changed hands, saying, "Bella needs to stand next to me, only then I can wear it," to which Saddiq responded, "Don't tease me so. That one is mine." In another interaction later on, Anwar could be heard asking Saddiq if everything is already prepared, to which the latter responded, "Pray for me. If there is anything, you will be the first to know." The Prime Minister then cheekily held up a piece of paper in his hand to cover his face while he said something to the young MP. The interaction between the two politicians from two different sides had everybody jumping with joy, with fans who have "boarded" the Saddiq-Bella ship begin to plan for their wedding. This include singer Alif Satar, who posted, "Okay, lock the date quickly, Saddiq. Alif Satar and the Locos will standby to perform that night." Another netizen posted, "Thank you, PMX. It turns out, he is the chief of the netizens." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Syed Saddiq (@syedsaddiq) (Photo Source: Syed Saddiq IG)
