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Daily Express
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Express
Sabah hosts two-day international Qigong boot camp
Published on: Friday, July 11, 2025 Published on: Fri, Jul 11, 2025 Text Size: Liew, flanked by Wong and Chong, with the rest of the delegation. Seated at left is Ho. Kota Kinabalu: Sabah will play host to the two-day International Zhineng Qigong Mastery Boot Camp in conjunction with the 30th Anniversary of the Association of Hwaxia Zhineng Qigong Sabah, said Minister of Tourism, Culture and Environment Datuk Seri Christina Liew. She said the international event, to be held here from Aug 30-31, is yet another avenue for first-time visitors to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of Sabah and embrace what the state has to offer. 'I understand that many of the 300 participants of the Boot Camp from across Malaysia, Singapore and China are coming here for the first time. Do take the opportunity to explore the wonders of Sabah,' Liew said after receiving a courtesy call by a 12-member delegation led by the Association's Adviser Datuk Wong Poh Loon @ Teo, Thursday. Chairman of the Association of Hwazia Zhineng Qigong Sabah, Chong Yun Ming, extended an invitation to the Minister to grace the 30th Anniversary Celebration Dinner on Aug 29 at the Sabah Hakka Banquet Hall. About 500 people, including locals, are expected to attend the dinner. Briefing Liew on the gathering in Sabah, the Chairman said it is ideal for showcasing the state's colourful cultures, harmonious people and natural attractions, and promoting the state as a unique tourism destination. The programme for the night includes Sabah's ethnic cultural dances, launching of the Association's website, a cake-cutting ceremony, presentation of outstanding awards to deserving recipients, and a harmonica band jazz performance by members of the Damai Senior Citizens Association. Chong said the Association of Hwaxia Zhineng Qigong Sabah is a non-governmental organisation dedicated to promoting Zhineng Qigong (ZQ) for personal well-being and good health. 'We are committed to sharing ZQ's health benefits with all communities across Sabah, and beyond,' he added. Meanwhile, Deputy Chairman cum Event Organising Chairman, Ho Kin Wong, said the association's vision for the future is to initiate a community health programme in residential areas where covered facilities are available such as a basketball court and a community hall. Founded by Dr Pang Ming in China, Zhineng Qigong is now practised by millions worldwide. Its science-based techniques and methodology have helped countless individuals achieve and maintain good health naturally-without medication or invasive procedures. It helps to relieve pain and suffering, while saving from huge medical bills. Also present were the Association's Deputy Chairman Sim Yut Moi, Treasurer Lim Chuk Seng and committee members. * 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
Scoop
08-07-2025
- Health
- Scoop
Youth Homelessness Is A Crisis That Triggers So Many Others. Not The Least Of These Is A Health Crisis!
Kick Back, a Youth Development organization responding to Youth Homelessness, is organizing to provide support for young people experiencing homelessness this winter. 'Youth Homelessness is an escalating crisis. But it's more than that, it's also a manufactured crisis, a result of political decisions our elected leaders have made to choose politics over people, to value the protection of a housing system that serves the wealthy, over a one which honours and protects the very basic human needs of our children and our young people!' says Aaron Hendry, Kick Back's co-founder and General manager. Recent decisions by the Government to make access to Emergency Housing more difficult, to increase the use of sanctions on young people experiencing poverty, and to divert funding into building a prison system for children (through the Government's Boot Camp project) instead of investing in housing children and young people in the community, have increased the risk and harm of homelessness for tamariki and rangatahi in Aotearoa. Kick Back's young people are calling for urgent action to respond to this escalating crisis. Troy one of Kick Back's young Rangatira warns that homelessness in his community is increasing. 'This year alone I've noticed more young people on the street than older people. I am worried about both young people and older people on the street this winter because it is going to end up being one of the coldest winters so far.' Troy is concerned that if the Government does not act urgently to respond to this crisis that the consequences could be fatal. "I am worried that during winter the rangatahi that live on the streets or close to the streets will possibly end up sick, in hospital or dead.' Warns Troy, 'I worry about this because I understand how it feels to freeze on the streets. I've slept rough before, quite a few times, I used to sleep on the streets and in parks during winter, this had a huge impact on my health, and I was sick for most of the winter.' Frankie, another of Kick Back's young leaders is warning that the health impact on a young person experiencing homelessness over winter can be significant. "I am worried about young people getting hyperthermia, (sleeping rough in winter) can cause a dangerous drop in body temperatures, your temperature can drop out of nowhere. I've experienced homelessness in winter, sometimes I couldn't get out of bed in the morning because my leg was frozen. At that time, I was sleeping in the park, I was 14 or 15, I used to always get sick, it made it hard for me to breath.' In the face of this crisis, Kick Back's rangatahi Rangatira are demanding urgent action from the Government, yet they are also not sitting back and waiting for change, they are Kicking Back and Making that Change happen themselves! 'I'm worried about young people not having warm stuff or a place to keep themselves warm this winter. Ending Homelessness is not about just about providing housing, it's also about getting our people safe.' Shares Frankie, 'I just want to end homelessness, so that our people can be healthy and safe!' This winter Kick Back's young leaders are hosting several Winter Wellness events for young people over July. The first was on the 2nd July, and subsequent events are planned on the 9th and 16th of July. Hosted at The Front Door, Kick Back's drop in and outreach service for rangatahi experiencing homelessness, these Winter Wellness events are about connecting young people to the support, resources and information they need to prepare themselves for winter. Frankie and Troy are inviting young people to drop into The Front Door, 307 K'rd, Auckland Central, between 11-4pm on the 9th and 16th of July to access Kai, immunisations, get connected to mental health and addiction services, receive support and advocacy for housing, access dental support, health services and much more. 'Through the Winter Wellness event I'm trying to get our people healthy and safe,' shares Frankie 'This event is about supporting them to get their flu shots, getting them help to access housing, warm stuff, like clothes, food, socks, and beanies. and blankets and pillows.' Troy, who is using his developing love of photography to inspire hope and highlight the event, hopes the Winter Wellness Kaupapa will make a difference for his community. 'I am doing the Winter Wellness project because I want to help, I don't want to just sit around waiting for handouts, I want to be out there making a difference.' Kick Back's rangatahi are organizing to do their part in service to their community, yet they are also clear that the Government has a responsibility to act. Frankie believes the Government needs to invest in Youth Specific Immediate Housing services for young people to replace motel use for emergency housing and prevent young people from sleeping on the street. "The Government should build more places so that all young people experiencing homelessness can get a home for the winter. Getting sick every month, every two weeks, it's annoying. The shelter I have is cold, and at times it can get mouldy, and if you're on the street or in a tent, sometimes your clothes get mouldy.' Frankie is also calling on the Government to review their Kainga Ora Policy which has led to increased evictions from Public Housing and believes the Government needs to invest in a long-term strategy to ensure young people can gain access to safe and stable housing. 'The Government needs to build more public housing, and stop kicking innocent people out of public housing, stop funding landlords, fund homes!' Troy's message is also clear. He is calling on the Government to adopt Duty to Assist Legislation in order to prevent young people from being denied housing and emergency support when they reach out to W&I for help, 'I want people to understand that there are people on the streets that could be dying. And things need to change. I want to change the law, so the Government is obligated to help everyone, not just who they select, I want them to see the impact they (the Government) is having on everyone on the streets. The negative impacts of not getting any assistance is people getting sick, or worse... when they have the money and the power to do something, and refuse, that is unfair and cruel.' If you are a young person experiencing homelessness this winter, Kick Back's rangatahi are inviting you to join us at The Front Door for our Winter Wellness Project, Wednesday 9th & 16th, 11am-4pm. 'No child or young person should be experiencing homelessness this winter! If you are a young person experiencing homelessness this winter come to The Front Door. Kick Back is here to help.' Shares Aaron. Troy's message for our community is this. 'I hope the Winter Wellness project will keep them safe, warm and fed during winter. I want our community to know that they are loved, they matter, and they are important! And that they are heard!'
Scottish Sun
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
New Love Island host is former X Factor star who Simon Cowell made QUIT group to join rival band in brutal scenes
Ash looked slightly shell-shocked as she was led back on to the stage to join a new group, after after her group was cut from the show OUT OF THE ASHES OUT OF THE ASHES New Love Island host is former X Factor star who Simon Cowell made QUIT group to join rival band in brutal scenes A NEW Love Island host is a former X Factor star who Simon Cowell made quit the group to join a rival band in brutal scenes. Just this week, Love Island Aftersun revealed two new TikTok stars are joining the ITV2 show. 5 A new Love Island host is a former X Factor star who Simon Cowell made quit the group to join a rival band in brutal scenes Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 5 She originally auditioned with her group NQ, who made it to Boot Camp before being dropped from the show Credit: YouTube 5 The star pulled off a rare move when she ditched her band for a new group Credit: YouTube One of which includes Ash Holme, who is best known as a content creator, but she also appeared on one of the nation's biggest talent shows in 2017. Ash had an unprecedented run on British singing extravaganza The X-Factor in 2017. She originally auditioned with her group NQ, who made it to Boot Camp before being dropped from the show. But the star pulled off a rare move when she ditched her band for a new group. The singer, who was 21 at the time, was kicked off the show but returned to join Simon Cowell's imaginatively-named New Girl Band. NQ impressed the judges with their performance of Hey Mama before getting axed, but Simon said he wanted to bring Ash back. She looked slightly shell-shocked as she was led back on to the stage by host Dermot O'Leary after her group were cut from the show. After a quick rehearsal, Ash then performed with New Girl Band, before Simon asked her if she was willing to ditch NQ and join them instead. New Girl Band was put together by the media mogul just days earlier after all the girls were booted off the Boot Camp weeks earlier. Former X Factor contestant Ash Holme shows off raunchy dance routine in training He had once hoped they could be a female version of One Direction, but they didn't take off as he hoped. However, the group ended up getting knocked out at the Judges' Houses stage, with the contest being won by another Cowell outfit, Rak-Su. She has gained substantial popularity on TikTok since launching her account in 2020. Her rise to fame on the platform has been nothing short of phenomenal. The star's account @ash_holme has amassed an impressive 1.5million followers and a whopping 54million likes. Her ability to connect with viewers through her humour and relatable content has been a key factor in her rapid growth on the platform. Beyond her social media success, Ash has ventured into various aspects of the entertainment industry. Brand Partnerships Ash's influence extends to collaborations with global brands. She has partnered with massive companies including L'Oréal, Deliveroo and Amazon Prime. These partnerships underscore her marketability and appeal to a wide range of audiences. Impact and Influence Ash represents a new generation of entertainers who have leveraged their fame on social media platforms to build their careers. Her success on TikTok opened doors to traditional media opportunities, allowing her to expand her reach and showcase her talents to a broader audience. Her content, which often includes sketches and talking skits, resonates with viewers due to its relatability and humour. On Love Island Aftersun, Ash is set to join certified superfan Sam Thompson and former Islanders Amy Hart and Indiyah Polack. And another new face to the line-up is content creator Joe Baggs. 5 Simon said he was keen to bring Ash back Credit: YouTube
Scottish Sun
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Love Island Aftersun reveals new presenting line up as TWO TikTok stars join ITV2 show
LOVE Island Aftersun has revealed two new TikTok stars are joining the ITV2 show. Hosted by Maya Jama, she's joined once again by certified superfan Sam Thompson and former Islanders Amy Hart and Indiyah Polack. 5 Love Island Aftersun is back with two new TikTok stars joining the panel Credit: Rex 5 Indiyah Polack (right) will be back alongside Sam Thompson and Amy Hart (above) Credit: Rex 5 Content creator Ash Holme will be joining the spin-off show Credit: Getty 5 Ex-Gogglebox star Joe Baggs is the second new face on the panel Credit: Getty New to the line-up are content creators Joe Baggs and Ash Holme, bringing even more heat to Sunday nights. Broadcast live from London, the show promises to deliver juicy exclusives, behind-the-scenes gossip and big laughs. Expect live interviews direct from the Beach Hut, former Islanders serving up unfiltered takes from behind the bar, as well as the first exclusive interviews with dumped Islanders. WHO IS ASH HOLME? Ash is best known as a content creator, but she also appeared on one of the nation's biggest talent shows in 2017. Ash had an unprecedented run on British singing extravaganza The X-Factor in 2017. She originally auditioned with her group NQ, who made it to Boot Camp before being dropped from the show. But the star pulled off a rare move when she ditched her band for a new group. The singer, who was 21 at the time, was kicked off the show but returned to join Simon Cowell's imaginatively-named New Girl Band. NQ impressed the judges with their performance of Hey Mama before getting axed, but Simon said he wanted to bring Ash back. Ten Years of Love Island She looked slightly shell-shocked as she was led back on to the stage by host Dermot O'Leary after her group were cut from the show. After a quick rehearsal, Ash then performed with New Girl Band, before Simon asked her if she was willing to ditch NQ and join them instead. New Girl Band was put together by the media mogul just days earlier after all the girls were booted off the Boot Camp weeks earlier. He had once hoped they could be a female version of One Direction, but they didn't take off as he hoped. However, the group ended up getting knocked out at the Judges' Houses stage, with the contest being won by another Cowell outfit, Rak-Su. Ash is the current host of Bumble's My Love Is podcast. She featured in an episode of Channel 4's Get in the Van in 2023. Ash took part in series four of Footasylum Locked In, which started on November 1, 2023. The fortnight-long content creating contest on YouTube saw the cast of online celebs competing in various challenges to win the top prize of £10,000. Since 2023, Ash has also hosted her own successful podcast series Antics With Ash, which is available on Spotify, Apple, Deezer, Podchaser, YouTube and her Instagram. She has also partnered with huge brands like L'Oréal, Deliveroo and Amazon Prime. While Joe became a household name for kicking back in front of the TV on Gogglebox. He has since become popular for his podcast Not My Bagg, where he welcomes celebrities to spill the tea. The Sun can exclusively reveal Maya Jama's full squad for the summer includes a footballer, personal trainer and a series of stunning models. But their beauty is more than skin deep, as ITV2 has amassed a group with real kudos. Former fire-breather Sophie Lee has campaigned for real beauty since she was scarred for life when her act went disastrously wrong, whilst Alima Gagigo has a BA degree in international business. Love Island bosses will officially confirm the OGs today, with the series to kick off next Monday. 5 Maya Jama will be back hosting Aftersun Credit: Rex
Business Insider
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Insider
How I survived 14 days in the grueling Army Mountain School
Business Insider's chief video correspondent Graham Flanagan and senior producer Jake Gabbard take you behind the scenes of the latest "Boot Camp" story: covering the US Army Mountain Warfare School in the rugged mountains of Vermont. From battling brutal weather conditions to capturing the intense, high-stakes training soldiers endure, Graham and Jake break down what it took to produce one of the series' most challenging episodes. They dive into the storytelling process, talking about choosing compelling characters and navigating the harsh terrain — all while bringing the unique world of military mountaineering to life on-screen.
