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Daily Express
24-06-2025
- General
- Daily Express
City Hall nets 193 pigeons in these areas
Published on: Tuesday, June 24, 2025 Published on: Tue, Jun 24, 2025 By: Sidney Skinner Text Size: City Hall netting the pigeons in this public space at Inanam town. CITY Hall has netted a total of 193 pigeons from public places at locations ranging from Telipok to Tanjung Aru so far this year, as part of an effort to control the population of these birds within its rating-area. A spokeswoman for the agency's Environmental Health Department said 11 staff with its Animal Control Unit (ACU) were involved in the operation to nab the pigeons at Tanjung Aru, Inanam and Telipok towns, as well as at the Double Six Monument in Sembulan and Lintasan Deasoka area in the City. She said this exercise was partly carried out in response to seven separate public complaints which it received about these birds. 'Thirty pigeons were caught in January, 15 in February, 55 in March, 58 in April, 30 in May and five in June,' she said. 'The most number of these birds were trapped in the Lintasan Deasoka area of the City (75), while the least were snared at the Double Six Monument (five).' She said two separate checks were made at the former. Advertisement 'The additional effort at Lintasan Deasoka was made during the launch of City Hall's 'Bandaraya Sihat, Komuniti Sejahtera (A Healthy City, A Better Community)' campaign on April 26. 'Some 500 flyers, prohibiting the feeding of pigeons, were handed out to members of the public on that day, including those who happened to be dining at the food and eating premises in the vicinity of Lintasan Deasoka.' She said a signboard on the same subject was also put up in this public space as part of the campaign which ends on Wednesday. She said the signboard highlighted the negative impact of throwing pieces of bread and other food remnants to the birds. 'The size of the pigeon population which gathered at Lintasan Deasoka would surely witness a sharp increase because of the feeders 'The presence of the bird droppings would mar the cleanliness of the area and give rise to the public health concerns.' 'The signboard makes mention of several transmissible diseases involving pigeons including Histoplasmosis, Candidiasis, Cryptococcosis, Salmonellosis and E Coli,' she explained. According to Medical News Today, Histoplasmosis was a respiratory disease that could be fatal and resulted from a fungus growing in dried bird droppings. 'Candidiasis is a yeast or fungus infection spread by pigeons,' the website stated. 'The disease affects the skin, the mouth, the respiratory system, the intestines and the urogenital tract, especially the vagina. It is a growing problem for women, causing itching, pain and discharge. 'Cryptococcosis is caused by yeast found in the intestinal tract of pigeons. The illness often begins as a pulmonary disease and may later affect the central nervous system. Since attics, cupolas, ledges, schools, offices, warehouses, mills, barns, park buildings, signs, etc. are typical roosting and nesting sites, the fungus is apt to found in these areas. 'Salmonellosis often occurs as 'food poisoning' and can be traced to pigeons and sparrows. The disease bacteria are found in bird droppings; dust from droppings can be sucked through ventilators and air conditioners, contaminating food and cooking surfaces in restaurants, homes and food processing plants.' In the case of E Coli, the website pointed out that Cows carried E Coli 0157:H7. 'When birds peck on cow manure, the E Coli go right through the birds and their droppings can land on or in a food or water supply.' The spokeswoman said ACU staff had personally had a word with some pigeon feeders around the State Capital, including two at Lintasan Deasoka, after identifying the parties which were doing this regularly. 'They were briefed on the negative consequences of their actions and warned that they could be penalised if they persisted throwing food to the birds.' She said a compound of up to RM500 could be imposed on them under City Hall's Anti-Litter By-Laws 1984 (Amendment 2005) for contributing to circumstances where the public areas were soiled by the bird droppings. Besides cracking down on feeders, the authority also frowns on eatery-owners who allow pigeons to gather in front or to hop into their premises. 'Two proprietors in Jalan Gaya were notified about this last year,' she said. One was apparently found to be throwing the crumbs and remnants from his/ her 'kuih (homemade treats)' onto the five-foot way outside his/ her shop, according to her. 'This was attracting flocks of pigeons to the pavement. The other was leaving breadcrumbs on the floor of his/ her eatery which drew in the birds inside.' Besides being served with a notice, copies of this document were also pasted to one part of the wall and the table-tops inside the second food-operator's shop. 'We wanted to discourage his/ her customers from following the owner's example and feeding the pigeons. 'The first owner was asked to get his/ her staff to clean up the pavement and chase away any pigeons which gathered in the common area in front of his/ her premises.' Both proprietors were given a grace-period to make good on these instructions. 'ACU staff noted that both individuals complied with our requirements during the follow-up inspection. No pigeons were observed to be flocking to these areas and no bird droppings were spotted in the public spaces nearby.' * 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
Perth Now
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Jesus Guerrero's cause of death revealed
Celebrity hairstylist Jesus Guerrero died of severe pneumonia. The stylist - who worked with the likes of Kylie Jenner, Camila Cabello, Dua Lipa and Jennifer Lopez - passed away in February, aged 34, and the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner has now confirmed his cause of death. A report from the Medical Examiner shows that Guerrero contracted a lung infection called Cryptococcosis prior to passing away. The report also cited Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome - a life-threatening condition caused by HIV - as a secondary cause of death. Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome can lead to a weakened immune system. Guerrero's manner of death is stated as natural. The stylist worked with a host of big-name celebrities during his career, and Jennifer Lopez - one of his former clients - previously took to social media to pay a glowing tribute to him. Alongside a black-and-white photograph of the celebrity hairstylist, Jennifer wrote on Instagram: "Jesus "It's no surprise your mother gave you the name Jesus. You were gentle and kind and loving, quiet and unassuming, but so powerful, and your presence was felt the minute you walked into any room. You never demanded the spotlight. You never needed to make a sound to be recognized, your heart and your talent did that as effortlessly as you artistry did. I've been having trouble putting the words together the last few days. The truth is I'm still in shock that such a beautiful young life has come to an end. It seems senseless and unfair. "I know your family is brokenhearted as am I and everyone else who knew you. Your spirit moved on to the next phase beyond this life but I know wherever you are there is beauty and light. And the beauty and light you left here will live on forever. Rest in peace, sweet angel… [broken-heart emoji] (sic)" Scott Barnes, Jennifer's make-up artist, also took to social media to pay tribute to the stylist. Alongside a tribute video, Scott wrote Instagram: "I can't believe I was just working with him in Dubai and now he's gone. Many prayers to his family during this time."
New York Post
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Kylie Jenner's hairstylist Jesus Guerrero's cause of death revealed
Celebrity hairstylist Jesus Guerrero's cause of death has been revealed nearly four months after his sudden passing at the age of 34. Guerrero, who worked closely with celebrities like Kylie Jenner and Jennifer Lopez, died from severe pneumonia on Feb. 22, according to a report from the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner released on Monday. The report determined that Guerrero suffered from 'Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia' and 'disseminated Cryptococcus neoformans' due to 'acquired immunodeficiency syndrome.' Advertisement 6 Celebrity hairstylist Jesus Guerrero's cause of death has been revealed. kyliejenner/Instagram 6 Guerrero worked as a hairstylist for Kylie Jenner, Jennifer Lopez and many more celebrities. kyliejenner/Instagram Pneumocystis pneumonia is a 'rare, serious lung infection caused by the fungus Pneumocystis jirovecii,' per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Advertisement Cryptococcosis is 'a fungal disease caused by breathing in spores from Cryptococcus, a fungus found in the environment,' according to the CDC. 'The infection can affect different parts of the body, but usually causes lung or brain infections.' The medical examiner also determined that Guerrero's manner of death was natural. 6 Guerrero passed away from severe pneumonia on Feb. 22. Jesus Guerrero/Instagram News of Guerrero's cause of death comes months after his family announced the celebrity hairstylist's passing on Feb. 23 via a GoFundMe page. Advertisement 'It is with a heavy heart that we let the world know that Jesus Guerrero has gone to heaven,' Guerrero's younger sister, Gris, wrote at the time. 'He is a son, a brother, an uncle, an artist, a friend, and so much more.' 'Born and raised in Houston, TX to immigrant parents, Jesus learned how to work hard and dreamt of taking his skills to the top,' she continued. 'Unfortunately, his passing came very suddenly and unexpectedly.' 6 Guerrero's family announced his death on Feb. 23. Jesus Guerrero/Instagram Guerrero's sister returned to the GoFundMe page on Feb. 25 to reveal that Jenner, 27, offered 'to cover funeral expenses' and 'all her help and support' following the hairstylist's shocking death. Advertisement 'When this go fund me was set up we created it thinking we would have to take care of all the expenses ourselves,' she wrote. 'We didn't want to burden any clients with this.' 'Our family deeply appreciates Kylie for later offering to cover funeral expenses and offering up all her help and support,' Gris added. 6 Besides Kylie Jenner and Jennifer Lopez, Guerrero also worked with Demi Moore, Katy Perry, Charli XCX, Addison Rae, Camila Cabello and Dua Lipa. kyliejenner/Instagram A source later told People that Jenner, who was not just a client but also a close friend of Guerrero's, was 'doing everything she can to be supportive and aid his family.' 'Jesus' death hit her hard,' an insider said in late February. 'She is shocked and very upset. Still, she's doing everything she can to be supportive and aid his family, including financially.' 'As upset as she feels, she knows it's so much worse for his family,' they continued. 'She doesn't want them to stress about money. She's taking care of expenses, including those associated with his funeral.' 6 Guerrero's funeral was held in Houston on Sunday, March 30. Instagram/jesushair Guerrero's funeral was held in his hometown of Houston on March 30. Both Jenner and Lopez, 55, were in attendance. Advertisement Guerrero also worked with Demi Moore, Katy Perry, Charli XCX, Addison Rae, Camila Cabello and Dua Lipa. 'People trust me, they want to push the boundaries when they're with me,' Guerrero told E! News in 2023 of his success as a celebrity hairstylist. 'If you feel beautiful in the hairstyle you're wearing or the clothes that you're wearing, you radiate confidence,' he went on. 'And you can motivate the people around you to be their authentic selves or to try something different.'
USA Today
02-06-2025
- Health
- USA Today
Celebrity hairstylist Jesus Guerrero's cause of death at 34 has been revealed
Celebrity hairstylist Jesus Guerrero's cause of death at 34 has been revealed The cause of death for 34-year-old celebrity hairstylist Jesus Guerrero, Jr. has been released by officials. On June 2, the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner announced Guerrero died from "Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia and disseminated Cryptococcus neoformans due to acquired immunodeficiency syndrome." The manner of death was determined to be natural. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, "Pneumocystis pneumonia (PCP) is a rare, serious lung infection caused by the fungus Pneumocystis jirovecii." PCP patients typically have weakened immune systems due to certain health conditions or medications. Cryptococcosis, per the CDC, is "a fungal disease caused by breathing in spores from Cryptococcus, a fungus found in the environment. The infection can affect the different parts of the body but usually causes lung or brain infections." Individuals with weakened immune systems are more susceptible to those infections. According to the medical examiner, "Mr. Guerrero arrived at a local hospital on the afternoon of February 21 after complaints of not feeling well." A doctor pronounced him dead at 12:48 a.m. The cause and manner of death were certified June 2, more than two months after Guerrero's death on Feb. 22. Shortly after his death, Guerrero's family started a GoFundMe, which ultimately raised $96,000 to cover expenses related to his death. "He is a son, a brother, an uncle, an artist, a friend, and so much more. Born and raised in Houston, TX to immigrant parents, Jesus learned how to work hard and dreamt of taking his skills to the top," the fundraiser's description read. "Unfortunately, his passing came very suddenly and unexpectedly." 'Gone too soon': J-Lo, Kim Kardashian mourn Jesus Guerrero Watch Timothée Chalamet's courtside reaction at Knicks game Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner were seen courtside as the New York Knicks took on the Boston Celtics in game four of the NBA playoffs. Kylie Jenner called Jesus Guerrero 'a light in my life' One of his most consistent clients was his friend Kylie Jenner, who often posted snaps with the Houston-born artist. In the weeks before his death, the two were in Georgia for a promotional event for her canned vodka soda business venture. They were also in Paris for Haute Couture Week. "Jesus was more than my friend — he was a light in my life, a source of laughter, comfort, love, and unwavering support," Jenner wrote in a Feb. 25 Instagram post featuring photos and videos of the two of them. The caption continued, "The pain of losing you is just unbearable and I don't know how to move forward without you but I know great grief is born only of great love. and I loved you so much. You were the best person, with a talent that was unmatched. a true artist. You inspired so many, and you always will." Jennifer Lopez, Chrissy Teigen and Camila Cabello were among the stars who shared tributes to him following his sudden death. Guerrero's recent works included hairstyling for Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco's Interview Magazine cover story, Demi Moore's appearance on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" and Kali Uchis' Old Hollywood look at the 2025 Grammys. Highlights from his 2024 portfolio included a long, loose waves look for Lisa at the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show, an understated straight 'do to complement JLo's show-stopping look at the Toronto International Film Festival and Katy Perry's wet mermaid look at the MTV VMAs.
