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New Straits Times
19-05-2025
- New Straits Times
Nissan Navara driver jailed 6 months instead of 30 days after High Court reviews sentence
KUALA LUMPUR: The driver of a Nissan Navara involved in a collision with a motorcycle near the Duta Toll Plaza on May 10 will now be behind bars for six months instead of the previously sentenced 30 days. This came after High Court judge K. Muniandy reviewed the magistrate's court's 30-day sentence and increased the jail term against car accessories salesman K. Darmaraju, 32. Muniandy, however, maintained the RM12,000 fine as well as the five-year suspension of his driving license as imposed by the magistrate's court. On May 13, magistrate Khairunnisak Hassni sentenced Darmaraju to 30 days jail from his arrest on May 11 and imposed a RM12,000 fine, in default 12-months imprisonment, after he pleaded guilty to reckless driving on the North-South Expressway towards the city centre at 2.30pm on May 10. Deputy public prosecutor Mohd Sabri Othman today submitted that the 30-day jail term and the RM12,000 fine did not reflect the aim of the law amendments and the commitment of the parliament to protect the rights and safety of road users. "The RM12,000 has already been paid by the accused. The 30-day jail term passes in the blink of an eye, compared to the victims who suffer permanent disability and are dependent on their family's help and hospital treatment. "For the court's information, Suhailiza Shamsudin (who was riding pillion) is still being treated at the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) due to bleeding in her head. "The failure of the magistrate to consider the public interest in this case has led to public criticism, with calls for heavier penalties and stricter action to be taken against the driver of the Nissan Navara. "The prosecution seeks a deterrent sentence to serve as a lesson not only to the accused but to the public who intend to commit the same act. "This case should serve as a reminder to the public on the risks, impact and consequences of driving recklessly, and public interest should be emphasised in such cases," he said. Sabri had told the court to consider Darmaraju's reckless driving as he had driven at high speed and dangerously overtook the motorcycle, which was going straight on the left most lane. He said the accused had immediately left the location without stopping. "As a result of the collision, the rider, Faizal Mat,53, suffered a fractured collarbone and a laceration to the ankle while Suhailiza, 49, who was riding pillion, suffered bleeding in the head, a broken ankle and a fractured right rib. "They were brought to the Sungai Buloh Hospital. This clearly showed the great impact of the accused's driving at high speed at the time," he said. Sabri also said an eye-witness had confirmed Darmaraju's reckless driving as seen in a one-minute dashcam video of the incident, which clearly showed him ramming the right side of the motorcycle, which caused Faizal to lose control of his machine while Suhailiza fell off the machine. The prosecutor said Darmaraju had disregarded the safety of other road users. "The offence by the accused had not only caused property losses, but there were two victims who were affected by the accused's reckless driving. "The commitment to preserve the safety of motorists can be seen in the long imprisonment and high fine as provided in Section 42 of the Road Transport Act. "This shows the commitment of the parliament to protect the rights of road users and to deter inhumane acts against one another," said Sabri. Lawyer S. Vinesh, who represented Darmaraju, requested the High Court not to interfere with the decision made by the magistrate's court. Lawyer T. Daneish also represented Darmaraju, while deputy public prosecutor Harvind Raja Gopal appeared alongside Sabri.
Irish Independent
09-05-2025
- Health
- Irish Independent
Best friend makes urgent plea for Waterford mum with chronically ill baby boy
Baby Billy's severe condition has meant that he has not left hospital since being born in December 2023 and mum Rebecca Dalton has barely left either. Having been diagnosed with a rare genetic syndrome, baby Billy will need specialist care and an adapted home to leave hospital, while Rebecca is currently unable to leave his side to return to work, with bills mounting up. To support her best friend, Rachel Byrne has set up an online fundraising campaign, describing her friend's situation as 'heartbreaking'. 'She doesn't get out of the hospital much at all,' she added. 'Only very, very rarely. Since he's been in the hospital for 17 months now, she's actually only been out of the hospital twice overnight. And that was down to her home place.' Rachel told that she and Rebecca are old friends going back ten years or more to their days working in Waterford's Tower Hotel together. Rachel said they are still waiting to get home help for Rebecca and Billy, and more tests are pending. 'They are just waiting for results, until she knows more it's up in the air each week. There are always setbacks,' she said. Billy was born premature at 32 weeks on December 8, 2023. He was transferred to Crumlin after three days in Waterford University Hospital. Billy has been diagnosed with Noonan Syndrome, a rare genetic syndrome that affects many parts of the body. He has hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, pulmonary valve stenosis and a hole in his heart. Between December, 2023, and March, 2024, Billy suffered from cardiac arrest and respiratory arrest on three difference occasions, he was intubated numerous times, until the doctors came to the decision that he would need a tracheostomy. Billy was in ICU up until this point. Billy received his tracheostomy in April of 2024 and was transferred to the Transitional Care Unit. Multiple infections, including sepsis, viral respiratory infections and bacterial infections, have caused him to have many setbacks, resulting in him going up and down to ICU a further six times from May to November last year. In August of 2024 Billy underwent surgery for a PEG (percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy) because of his feeding issues. Due to oral aversions and gut dysmotility this was a much needed surgery. 'But since, his gut issues have not subsided and it is what's keeping them in hospital at the moment,' said Rachel. 'They are looking at a further three plus months in hospital. 'Billy has not had the chance to have a normal start in life and has spent almost 17 months in hospital so far, and they are desperate to get home. 'Billy will need a full-time carer which means for the foreseeable Rebecca will not be able to return to work. She is Billy's sole carer.' Rachel said it's 'not looking great' on Thursday this week, as they are waiting on nurses at the moment to help Rebecca and Billy. 'She needs nurses to stay in the home in Waterford. That's why we've set up this GoFundMe. She was given a special house down in Waterford that will accommodate Billy when they do move home. 'She pays bills for that house now, and then she has to fully furnish it. Then she has to get all the machines that Billy is going to need. She will need proper equipment to set her up. 'She's also paying for the Ronald McDonald house that she's staying in every week as well. They supply food – they cook dinners, but she just stays in the hospital 24/7. She has to be there.' Still, Rebecca, is 'over the moon' that the campaign has raised over €2,100 in donations so far. "She was really struggling there,' she said. 'Her head was over the water, she really didn't know what she was going to do.' Rachel's fundraising campaign is available to donate at by searching for 'Rebecca and Billy'.
Yahoo
23-03-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Elmira College students fundraise for Children's Miracle Network
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) — Elmira College students banded together to raise money for the Children's Miracle Network at Arnot Ogden Medical Center in the annual Elmira College Dance Marathon. The event was open to the public, and the proceeds went towards supporting children with pediatric care and services to their families. Fairy tale-themed games were featured in the marathon, at no charge. Around 55 students volunteered to put together the event. 'There are a lot of people who deserve to have everybody give back, and we're so excited to be here and be able to give as much as we can for these kids who've been through so much, and I'm very grateful to be able to do it for them,' said Abby Kryeski who volunteered for the first time. Elmira EOP offers after-school gardening club During the event families shared stories of how they benefitted from the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and received support from the Children's Miracle Network. One of the parents, Shane Devlin explained that his son was born 8 weeks early and the family received help from the Children's Miracle Network while his son spent 25 days at Arnot's NICU. 'We just really appreciate the community support for the children's medical network here at Arnot, because they help so many different families from, I think it's like 10 counties all around in New York and Pennsylvania that come to the NICU at Arnot just to help their little ones get stronger and bigger so then they can go home and have success stories,' Devlin said. The students aim to raise $10,000 from the event. Anybody who would like to donate can click here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
CBS News
16-02-2025
- Health
- CBS News
Project Sweet Peas gives back to families with babies in the NICU
Inside of UPMC Magee Women's Hospital the smallest gifts make the biggest difference. We're talking about bags of gifts delivered by Gina Anetakis. She said, "We really were so grateful for all of the care we received here, from the doctors, from the nurses, from all of the staff here." She's grateful for the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit because of her daughter. Anetakis said, "She was born at 27 weeks, and we spent 75 days here at Magee." All the babies in the NICU are born prematurely. It's a tough experience for some new parents who are now fielding medical concerns and separation. "Anytime you leave the hospital without your baby, whether the baby is in the NICU for one day, or long, sometimes people are here for years, it's so unnerving and it's just so unnatural right," Anetakis said, "Knowing what was going on inside there, it was always very stressful, but I knew she was in the best possible care, but being able to come back here and give back and I get notes from mom's which really make a difference." Those notes thank Anetakis and volunteers of the nonprofit Project Sweet Peas in the greater Pittsburgh area, for supporting families of those premature babies. From stickers, puzzles, and bracelets it's more than just gift giving. Objects like a "scent heart" are used to carry a parent's smell over to the newborn stuck in hospital settings. "We bring enough [gifts] for everybody in the NICU. So, I have maybe 80 some here," said Anetakis. One of the recipients of those gifts is new mother, Gloria Mondock. She said her daughter spent nearly two weeks in the NICU. Mondock said, "I'm surprised [about the gift] but it's really nice to know that there are people out there that actually understand what you're going through." Sometimes not knowing when you can bring your baby home is the hardest part, but the smile of her eyes says it all with this sweet pea surprise. NICU moms with a common bond of having premature babies started the nonprofit. Magee's NICU Unit Director, Roberta Bell said "[NICU families] They become a part of our family here in the NICU." In her years of working the NICU at Magee, Bell said she sees the joy the nonprofit brings. Bell said, "Everything that is donated to these families are really appreciated. From the little onesie to the Halloween costumes, I have helped Project Sweet Peas in the past make those costumes." It's the nonprofit behind the baby surprises supporting the spirits of our youngest patients' parents. Project Sweet Peas provides more than just gifts. It provides food and fuel funding, bereavement support and memory boxes and resources needed by NICU families. For more information on Project Sweet Peas you can visit its website.
Associated Press
13-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
Ukulele Kids Club Welcomes Kelli McKee as New Executive Director
Celebrated Music Therapist and Award-Winning Collaborator to Lead Organization MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, February 13, 2025 / / -- The Ukulele Kids Club (UKC) is thrilled to announce the appointment of Kelli McKee, MA, MT-BC, NICU-MT, as its new Executive Director. Kelli, a board-certified music therapist with over a decade of experience, has been an integral part of the UKC family, contributing significantly to its mission of transforming lives through music. Kelli's journey with the UKC began during her tenure in pediatric and hospice settings, where she utilized ukuleles as therapeutic tools to aid countless hospitalized children. Her innovative approach led to the creation of 'Ukuleles for Dads,' a music therapy support group designed to provide coping and bonding support for families in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital. In addition to her clinical contributions, Kelli played a pivotal role in the UKC's marketing efforts, most notably through her involvement in the Emmy Award-winning '10,000th Ukulele' short film. This heartwarming video, produced in partnership with SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital and Spot Content Studio, features Charlotte Bishop, a young patient diagnosed with aplastic anemia. The film documents Charlotte's journey as the recipient of the UKC's 10,000th ukulele donation, highlighting the profound impact of music therapy on medically fragile children. The '10,000th Ukulele' video not only showcases the therapeutic benefits of music but also underscores the UKC's commitment to supporting children's health through music therapy. The film's recognition with a Mid-America Emmy Award in the health & medical category is a testament to the organization's dedication and the transformative power of music. 'I am absolutely thrilled to have the opportunity to serve the Ukulele Kids Club in a new capacity as the Executive Director.' shared McKee 'As a music therapist and longtime member of the UKC family, I have witnessed our mission in action firsthand and possess a deep understanding of the importance of music for healing. I look forward to partnering with our board of directors, our donors and community partners and the music therapists and families we serve to lead the organization into our next era.' Beyond her work with the UKC, Kelli has held significant roles in the nonprofit sector, including positions at Friends of Kids with Cancer in St. Louis and Big Thought, a creative arts education nonprofit in Dallas. She has also served as past president of the Midwestern Region of the American Music Therapy Association. She is currently pursuing a doctoral degree in counseling at the University of Missouri-St. Louis. About the Ukulele Kids Club The Ukulele Kids Club (UKC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting medically fragile children through music therapy. By donating ukuleles to children and teens in need, the UKC empowers them to utilize music as a tool for healing and emotional expression. Since its inception in 2013, the UKC has partnered with over 325 music therapy programs globally and has donated over 13,000 ukuleles. citeturn0search8 Marlen Rodriguez Wolfe
