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The Sun
08-05-2025
- The Sun
Students caught vaping in school surau
A viral video clip showing four school students caught vaping at the school's surau area has received heavy criticism by the netizens. In response to the incident,SMK Darul Ehsan, Batu Caves has since taken to its Facebook page, stating that it will initiate disciplinary measures against the students involved. 'The surau is a sacred place for worship and must be respected by all members of the school community. 'This act not only defiles the sanctity of the house of Allah but also violates school regulations and relevant law,' it said. The school management also said that it will take appropriate disciplinary action against the students involved, in accordance with established guidelines. The management added that it will also enhance monitoring efforts and conduct awareness programs to ensure such incidents do not recur. In the one-minute 21 seconds clip, a group of four students in the school's purple sportswear were seen sharing an e-cigarette, passing it among them and even tried making smoke rings with vape. In March, Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek warned that students who found vaping repeatedly in school will either get suspended for 14 days or even expelled. She said the disciplinary action reflects the firm stance taken by the ministry to curb the issue of vape use in schools, as stipulated in Circular Letter Number 17 of 2015, which prohibits the use of electronic cigarettes or vape on school premises.
Yahoo
28-03-2025
- Yahoo
Bali expands tourist guidelines over misbehavior from travelers
(NewsNation) — Bali Governor Wayan Koster is heightening guidelines for tourists, according to the Indonesian government's Love Bali program. Koster and Bali's head of tourism, Tjok Bagus Pemayun, expanded on a list of dos and don'ts first published in 2023. 'We issued a similar regulation before, but as things change, we need to adapt,' Koster said during a Monday press conference. 'This ensures that Bali's tourism remains respectful, sustainable and in harmony with our local values.' Trump administration potential travel ban concerning airlines: Editor Rules include shelling out for Bali's tourist levy, equivalent to $9 USD. Left unpaid, travelers would be blocked from certain attractions in the Indonesian province. Other new rules include respecting sacred sites and symbols, dressing in 'modest and respectful clothing,' and behaving respectfully while in public. Also outlined are requirements for foreign travelers to use only licensed tour guides, authorized money exchange services, legal car rentals and licensed accommodations. Amtrak passenger may have exposed travelers to measles: Officials For those driving in Bali, the rules of the road require you: Have an international or national driver's license Obey traffic signs Don't drive under any influence Wear a helmet on motorbikes or motorcycles As outlined by the new rules, tourists are forbidden from: Entering sacred areas without traditional attire or while menstruating Climbing sacred monuments and trees Using single-use plastics Littering Operating a business without proper permitting Trading drugs, endangered animals and other prohibited things Swearing or being rude to Balinese locals and officials, as well as other tourists The announcement warns that those who violate the new rules, known formally as Circular Letter (SE) Number 7 of 2025, 'Will face legal consequences in accordance with Indonesian law.' Cruise passenger suffers fatal accident during stop in Bahamas: 'Tragic' 'All stakeholders must fully understand, implement, and communicate this circular to their teams and foreign visitors. Bali is a beautiful, sacred island, and we expect our guests to show the same respect that we extend to them,' Koster said. The Balinese government said it encourages the public to report infractions to its official WhatsApp hotline, which would prompt action from the province's law enforcement. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
