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Daily Express
6 days ago
- General
- Daily Express
Stop the blame game, solve UMS water crisis together
Published on: Thursday, June 05, 2025 Published on: Thu, Jun 05, 2025 Text Size: KOTA KINABALU: Sabah Assistant Youth and Sports Minister Datuk Fairuz Renddan has urged all parties involved in the Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) water crisis to stop blaming each other and focus on finding a solution. 'Enough with finger-pointing and turning social media into a battlefield,' he said in a statement. Fairuz stressed that the Water Department and UMS must work together constructively instead of publicly shifting blame. 'They should meet, talk, go on-site, and address the issue maturely. Emotional exchanges online won't solve the problem,' he said. * 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
The Star
26-05-2025
- Sport
- The Star
Sabah aims to keep traditional sports alive, especially among youth
KOTA KINABALU: Plans are underway to expand traditional sports competitions to every district in Sabah in a bid to preserve the state's rich cultural heritage. Assistant Youth and Sports Minister Datuk Fairuz Renddan ( pic ) said the initiative is part of ongoing efforts to ensure that traditional games are not forgotten, especially among the younger generation. 'Games such as arm wrestling, slingshot, blowpipe, mopiri (a traditional fire-starting method using a stick and coconut husk), membujak (a heritage game involving spear-throwing at a target) and others are more than just entertainment, they are cultural symbols that must be preserved and passed down,' he said. Fairuz stressed on the importance of maintaining cultural identity in the face of modern influences such as electronic sports (e-sports), adding that rural communities continue to play a key role in preserving such traditions. Fairuz made the remarks after officiating the Traditional Sports Competition held in conjunction with the state-level Kaamatan Festival 2025 at SMK Bahang Hall on Saturday. This year's competition saw encouraging participation from local youth, a positive sign that traditional sports are still valued and enjoyed. Fairuz said the ministry, with support from agencies such as the Sabah Sports Board, PETRONAS and the Agriculture, Fisheries and Food Industry Ministry, plans to bring such competitions to all major zones and districts in the state. He said youth involvement is vital to ensuring the continuity of Sabah's heritage. 'Without the old, there is no new. 'If the younger generation forgets or fails to carry on these traditions, our traditional games will fade with time,' he said. Fairuz also encouraged parents to expose their children to traditional sports from an early age, either through participation or by attending local competitions.
The Star
25-05-2025
- Sport
- The Star
From arm wrestling to ‘mopiri', Sabah plans to revive traditional sports state-wide
KOTA KINABALU: Plans are underway to expand traditional sports competitions to every district in Sabah in a bid to preserve the state's rich cultural heritage. Assistant Youth and Sports Minister Datuk Fairuz Renddan said the initiative is part of ongoing efforts to ensure that traditional games are not forgotten, especially among the younger generation. 'Games such as arm wrestling, slingshot, blowpipe, mopiri (a traditional fire-starting method using a stick and coconut husk), membujak (a heritage game involving spear-throwing at a target), and others are more than just entertainment, they are cultural symbols that must be preserved and passed down,' he said. He stressed the importance of maintaining cultural identity in the face of modern influences like electronic sports (e-sports), adding that rural communities continue to play a key role in preserving these traditions. Fairuz made the remarks after officiating the Traditional Sports Competition held in conjunction with the state-level Kaamatan Festival 2025 at SMK Bahang Hall on Saturday (May 24). This year's competition saw encouraging participation from local youths, a positive sign that traditional sports are still valued and enjoyed. Fairuz said the ministry, with support from agencies such as the Sabah Sports Board, PETRONAS, and the Sabah Agriculture, Fisheries and Food Industry Ministry (Maffi), plans to bring these competitions to all major zones and districts across Sabah. He stressed that youth involvement is vital to ensuring the continuity of Sabah's heritage. 'Without the old, there is no new. If the younger generation forgets or fails to carry on these traditions, our traditional games will fade with time,' he said. He also encouraged parents to expose their children to traditional sports from an early age, either through participation or by attending local competitions.
Borneo Post
24-05-2025
- Sport
- Borneo Post
Sabah plans to introduce traditional sports in every district
Fairuz (right) and Siti Ayu (second right) watching the female armwrestling event the Kaamatan Festival Traditional Sports Competition on Saturday. PENAMPANG (May 24): The Sabah Youth and Sports Ministry is planning to introduce traditional sports in every district in the state, said Assistant Minister of Youth and Sports Datuk Fairuz Renddan. 'Yes, there are plans by KBS (Ministry of Youth and Sports Malaysia) and Sabah Sports Board to introduce sports not only here in Penampang, but other districts as well. 'With the cooperation from other major bodies such as Sabah Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food Industry, Petronas and others, our traditional sports should be held and introduced at every zone and district,' he said at the Kaamatan Festival Traditional Sports Competition at SMK Bahang here on Saturday. Fairuz, who represented State Youth and Sports Minister Datuk Ellron Angin, encouraged all Sabahan youths to participate in traditional sports. 'This is not only for our future generation to preserve our culture but also to help promote our tradition, instill community spirit and love of heritage so it will never be forgotten,' he said. Also present at the event were Sabah Sports Board general manager Terrence Edward Pudin and Petronas Sabah and Labuan general manager Siti Ayu Haniza Abdul Wahab. A total of 10 traditional sports will be competed at the Kaamatan Festival Traditional Sports Competition on May 24-25 at SMK Bahang, Penampang next to Hongkod Koisaan, KDCA, in conjunction with the Sabah State Level Kaamatan Festival 2025. They are 'Mipulos' or gusti lengan (arm wrestling); 'Migazat Dukug' or tarik tali (tug of war); 'Momolositik' or melastik (slingshot); 'Monopuk' or menyumpit (blowguns); 'tumutu or memproses padi (rice processing); 'Manandus' or membujak (spear); 'Mopiri' or menyalakan api (lighting fire); 'Monungkava Kalabau' or menjerat kerbau (roping buffalo); 'Rampanau' or berjalan menggunakan galah (walk with poles); and 'Sipatu Tompulangoi' or terompak gergasi.
Observer
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Observer
My birthday gift — Memories of Alhambra
For my birthday, my best friend Dalia got us two tickets to a show called Memories of Alhambra, performing on the May 9. We were both looking forward to enjoying a flamenco show, like the many others we had seen on stage in the past few years. However, once we arrived at the venue, things didn't go as planned. The tickets didn't indicate which stage the performance was on, so we, along with many other spectators, had to walk almost ten minutes from the main stage to the smaller one. This situation was similar to last year with the Trio Joubran performance. I wondered why they couldn't specify on the tickets where exactly to go. This time, it was frustrating for Dalia, who was dressed in full flamenco attire, from the hair flower to the ruffled dress and uncomfortable heels. She had to endure the long walk to the other end. At the doors, we were delayed for five minutes as the security guards debated whether to allow her huge traditional Spanish fan in. They had to call their supervisor, who then had to call his superior before finally allowing us in with the fan. I jokingly reminded Dalia that fans are considered lethal weapons in Chinese action movies, so she should understand the security concern. Finding our seats in the balcony level was another challenge, as it was too high and made us dizzy trying to sit down. The show began with a poem by an Omani poet from the 1800s, followed by Arabic songs that were not related to the Andalusian era the show was supposed to be based on. The songs included an Egyptian song from the 1930s, a Levant song usually sung by prisoners, a few Moroccan songs that were difficult to understand and finally, a popular modern Omani song to end the show. Dalia and I exchanged looks of disbelief, as it would have been easy for the director of the Arabic part of the show to use Fairuz's famous Andalusian Muwashahat, which we had learned by heart in Arabic and music classes in school. The show was divided into different scenes representing areas from the Alhambra fortress, but without the show brochure explaining the significance of each, they all blended into one big act. There were intervals with an Omani narrator trying to connect Andalusian culture with Omani culture, but it came across as shallow due to the lack of historical or cultural links. It would have been better if he recited famous Arabic poems from that era or explained the different acts. The most enjoyable part of the Arabic music was the Omani oud player, who was impeccable. The Spanish part of the show, including the dances and costumes, was perfect. However, they made a mistake by using dirty mirrors to reflect the movements of a dancer, making it hard to see due to the smudged surface. Strangely enough, my mom, who had watched the show the day before, had the same complaint. The thunderous applause at the end indicated that the show had achieved its purpose: providing entertainment for expats unfamiliar with Arabic culture and Arabs too proud of their past glories to notice any difference. Memories of Alhambra was a hopeful musical fusion production that attempted to satisfy many tastes but lost authenticity along the way. Ironically, after the show, Dalia and I had dinner at a Syrian restaurant where we enjoyed a classic Arabic recital of songs that we had grown up listening to and deeply appreciated over time. BLURB The Spanish part of the show, including the dances and costumes, was perfect. However, they made a mistake by using dirty mirrors to reflect the movements of a dancer, making it hard to see due to the smudged surface.
