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Daily Express
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Express
Tambunan lasses show beauty more than skin deep
Published on: Friday, April 25, 2025 Published on: Fri, Apr 25, 2025 By: Johan Aziz Text Size: The 17 district-level finalists in a group photo at the Tambunan Community College. TAMBUNAN: Program Pembangunan Pesona Unduk Ngadau 2025 proves that beauty is not just skin deep. The contestants also put emphasis on identity, cultural understanding and confidence in being the voice of the community. Chairperson of the Tambunan Kaamatan Unduk Ngadau Committee, Puan Saldivilla, said the programme is part of the committee's ongoing efforts to increase the capacity and potential of Unduk Ngadau participants each year. 'We appreciate the close cooperation provided by the Tambunan Community College in making the programme a success. 'It also opens up new opportunities for the finalists to be better prepared not only in terms of appearance, but also in terms of intellectual and cultural aspects,' she said at the two-day programme held at the Community College, here, recently. She said 17 finalists of the Tambunan District Unduk Ngadau Kaamatan have successfully completed the program themed 'Jati, Jiwa, Jelita' as a result of the collaboration between the Tambunan Unduk Ngadau Kaamatan Committee and the Tambunan Community College through the Lifelong Learning Unit. Saldivilla said the programme aims to strengthen the finalists' confidence, public speaking and cultural understanding in preparation for the district-level Unduk Ngadau competition. 'Among the main contents of the programme include a Public Speaking Workshop in the Mother Tongue, and Introduction to Traditional Clothing of the Tambunan District session. 'The programme is conducted by a line-up of experienced speakers and facilitators, including Datuk Joanna Kitingan, Ts Jean Ivy Denis Gompion and Velter Jailih,' she said. The programme, which was also attended by the Deputy Director of Tambunan Community College, Safary Samat, was officiated by the Assistant District Officer (Development), Willibrod Datuk Martin Idang representing the District Officer Sobitun Makajil. Meanwhile, the Sodop Huminodun Unduk Ngadau Kaamatan Tambunan, set to feature 17 finalists, will be held at 6pm on April 25. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * 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
Hype Malaysia
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
'Bara Jiwa' Burns Bright As The Soul-Stirring Anthem Of 'Blood Brothers: Bara Naga'
What happens when two of Malaysia's rock powerhouses collide in a blaze of emotion, intensity, and pure vocal fire? You get 'Bara Jiwa' – the official theme song for the adrenaline-charged action thriller 'Blood Brothers: Bara Naga,' performed by the magnetic Azlan Typewriter and the ever-expressive Muzza VELVETTONES. Already making waves on TikTok with over 2.4 million views, this rock ballad isn't just background noise – it's the emotional fuel behind a film that's all about betrayal, brotherhood, and redemption. A Soundtrack For The Fire Within 'Blood Brothers: Bara Naga' follows Ariff (Syafiq Kyle), a loyal bodyguard on the run, falsely accused of a crime and desperate to reunite with his estranged brother, Jaki (Syazwan Zulkifly). Along the way, he faces off against former comrade Ghaz (Sharnaaz Ahmad) in a story packed with explosive action and inner turmoil. This kind of high-stakes drama demands a theme song that hits just as hard. Enter 'Bara Jiwa,' with its gritty vocals, cinematic guitars, and a chorus that sounds like a cry from the soul – 'Bara… Jiwa… Menyala…' It's bold, brooding, and born for the big screen. Rock Royalty, Reunited Here's a fun fact: this is the first major collab between Azlan and Muzza since 2019. Naturally, it feels like a long-overdue reunion of rock royalty. 'It's been ages since I sang with another male vocalist. Working with Muzza was like catching lightning in a bottle – charismatic, creative, and direct. Even more impressive? The entire recording took just an hour. We both came prepared. We had the demo, we knew our parts – and boom, magic happened,' said Azlan. Muzza, on the other hand, brought his signature emotional depth to the songwriting. After watching the film, he crafted the track to echo its key themes – loyalty, sacrifice, and the complex bond between brothers. 'I didn't want it to just be a song. I wanted to channel what the characters were going through. Their fire, their pain – that's what 'Bara Jiwa' is about,' he explained. When Music Meets Cinema, It Just Hits Different More and more, we're seeing Malaysia's film and music scenes intersect – and this is what it looks like when they do it right. This isn't just a promotional track added to a movie. It creates a fully-integrated experience that elevates both the film and the song. For fans of local rock, this duet is a dream collab. For moviegoers, it adds emotional depth to the film's already gripping narrative. And for everyone else? It's your next scream-worthy anthem. Watch the lyric video on YouTube – it comes with exclusive movie scenes. Or blast the track during your midnight drive. 'Bara Jiwa' isn't just a song – it's a statement. Stream 'Bara Jiwa' now on all major platforms, and catch 'Blood Brothers: Bara Naga' – where loyalty gets tested, fists fly, and hearts blaze.
CBC
03-03-2025
- General
- CBC
Rare dolphin sighting delights West Vancouver onlookers
Social Sharing It was just another routine stroll for Imaan Jiwa, who often visits the West Vancouver seawall to relax after a busy workday. "It's kind of like my place of peace," the Vancouver resident told CBC News. But on Friday, as she rested on a bench near Ambleside Beach, something extraordinary caught her eye. "I was about to get up and then I saw this huge pod of dolphins zip past," the 26-year-old said. As the dolphins glided through the waters of Burrard Inlet, more than two dozen onlookers gathered, recalled Jiwa, mesmerized by the "rare" sight. "I've seen many seals and otters on the seawall ... but never dolphins," she said. The excitement didn't end there. After the first wave of dolphins passed by, a second group arrived — this time, more playful and energetic. "These ones were more rambunctious ... they were just like jumping all over," Jiwa said, noting there were about 30 dolphins in total. She captured the moment on her phone, sharing the video online, which quickly gained attention. Many other videos from onlookers have also surfaced on social media. WATCH | B.C. man recounts the moment he was followed by a pod of dolphins along B.C.'s Howe Sound: #TheMoment a B.C. man rode the waves with dozens of dolphins 2 days ago Duration 1:25 This sighting comes just days after a dolphin pod was spotted cruising through B.C.'s Howe Sound earlier in the week. A video of Jerry McArthur on his electric surfboard went viral after capturing the moment a group of dolphins joined him for the ride. Andrew Trites, who oversees the Marine Mammal Research Unit at UBC's Institute for the Oceans and Fisheries, said the pod seen in Burrard Inlet is likely part of that same group. "They may have split up into smaller groups compared to what was seen in Howe Sound," Trites explained. He confirmed the animals caught on camera are Pacific white-sided dolphins — an acrobatic species known for their playful behaviour. According to Trites, it's unusual to see these dolphins so close to shore because they tend to stay out in the open ocean. Their appearance in Burrard Inlet is likely related to the herring run, which likely drew the dolphins to the area in search of food. This is the time of the year that herring begin to congregate to spawn, he said. "It's one of the best food sources for white-sided dolphins because they're very high in fat." Although the close proximity to shore provides an abundant food source, Trites said it also puts the dolphins at risk from predators. He pointed out the dolphins in the video could be seen "moving very fast." "What would they want to escape from? That would be predation from the transient killer whales," he said. "It's a trade-off: do you live close to the grocery store but risk getting run over, or do you live farther away and have to travel great distances for food?" The animals largely disappeared from B.C.'s coast in the early 2000s, according to the Pacific Whale Watch Association, but have started reappearing over the past decade in pods of up to 200 — though elsewhere, they have been known to swim in schools of thousands. Trites said there may be more sightings in the coming weeks as the dolphins take advantage of the herring spawn season. "I would say to anybody that's out walking the shorelines, keep your eyes open, lift them up out of your phones." For Jiwa, the encounter was a reminder of the incredible wildlife that can be found right on Vancouver's doorstep. "It's things like that that make you realize how lucky you are," she said.
