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The Star
22-07-2025
- Health
- The Star
RM50,000 target reached for teen's heart surgery
MALAYSIANS have once again shown their generosity by helping to raise more than RM50,000 for Chiet Ailai (pic), a 15-year-old boy from Sik, Kedah, in urgent need of heart surgery. Star Foundation, which launched an initiative under its Medical Fund Programme to raise the needed funds, has ended the fundraising drive initiated for him. Chiet was diagnosed with severe supravalvular neo-aortic stenosis and requires life-saving surgery at National Heart Insitute (IJN). Star Foundation's fundraising initiative to raise RM50,000 for life-saving heart surgery for Chiet Ailai, 15. The total cost of the procedure is RM80,000, with RM30,000 secured from One Hope Charity and Welfare, a non-profit organisation. Thanks to the public's swift support, the fundraising target has been met, and even surpassed. In a media statement, Star Foundation said the surplus funds would go towards helping the next eligible patient under the foundation's Medical Fund Programme. 'Donors who wish to obtain a tax exemption receipt are encouraged to complete the Medical Fund donation form on the Star Foundation's website,' it added. Star Foundation is the charitable arm of Star Media Group. Since 2016, the foundation has supported underprivileged individuals by funding critical medical treatment and care. Visit to learn more, or email starfoundation@
The Star
18-07-2025
- Health
- The Star
Fundraising drive ends as RM50,000 target reached for teen's heart surgery
MALAYSIANS have once again shown their generosity by helping to raise more than RM50,000 for Chiet Ailai, a 15-year-old boy from Sik, Kedah, in urgent need of heart surgery. The Star Foundation, which launched an initiative under its Medical Fund Programme to raise the needed funds, has ended the fundraising drive. Chiet was diagnosed with severe supravalvular neo-aortic stenosis and requires life-saving surgery at National Heart Insitute (IJN). The total cost of the procedure is RM80,000, with RM30,000 secured from One Hope Charity & Welfare, a non-profit organisation. Thanks to the public's swift support, the fundraising target has been met, and even surpassed. In a media statement, Star Foundation said the surplus funds would go towards helping the next eligible patient under the foundation's Medical Fund programme. "Donors who wish to obtain a tax exemption receipt are encouraged to complete the Medical Fund Donation Form on the Star Foundation's website," it added. Star Foundation is the charitable arm of Star Media Group. Since 2016, the Foundation has supported underprivileged individuals by funding critical medical treatment and care. To learn more, visit or email starfoundation@
Malaysian Reserve
17-07-2025
- Politics
- Malaysian Reserve
Malaysians reject Nick Adams' nomination as US ambassador
MALAYSIANS are rejecting the nomination of Nick Adams as the next US ambassador to Malaysia, citing his controversial background. Angkatan Muda Keadilan (AMK) international bureau chief Arief Izuadin Ahmad Jefferi said the nomination was inappropriate due to Adams' links to extreme political views and rhetoric that promotes division. His nomination had also sparked online debate, with many questioning the motives behind it following widespread criticism over his personality and past statements, which were described as Islamophobic, sexist and misogynistic. In response, AMK will hold a demonstration outside the US Embassy this Friday. Deputy chief Muhammad Izuan Ahmad Kasim said the protest will involve leaders from Pakatan Harapan (PH) component parties and NGOs. 'A memorandum of protest will be submitted to the embassy during the demonstration this Friday,' he said. Meanwhile, DAP central executive committee member Kasthuri Patto questioned Adams' ability to serve as a credible envoy, saying Malaysia deserves someone more qualified and committed to international cooperation. She said Adams appeared incapable of carrying out his duties fairly and inclusively in a country as rich in cultural, ethnic and religious diversity as Malaysia. 'Is he truly able to embody these values in his role as US ambassador to Malaysia, or is he merely a representative of a narrow and biased ideology? 'Malaysia and the US have long enjoyed strong ties in areas such as trade, cultural exchange, education, healthcare, artificial intelligence (AI) and human rights. 'These ties must be preserved and strengthened through the appointment of ambassadors who are genuinely qualified and committed to the spirit of international cooperation,' she said. — TMR
New Straits Times
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
'Paling Malaysia' rap contest offers RM5,000 prize
MALAYSIANS with a flair for rhythm and local pride stand a chance to win RM5,000 by taking part in Media Prima's 'Rap Paling Malaysia' contest. Open until Aug 11, the contest invites participants to submit a 30-second to one-minute rap video that captures what it means to be 'Paling Malaysia'. The entry must include at least one of the following phrases: "Paling Malaysia", "Confirm Malaysia", or "Rojak". Entries can be uploaded on TikTok or Instagram using a public account, with the hashtags #MediaPrima, #OhBulan, #RapPalingMalaysia and #ConfirmMalaysiaMPB. To complete the entry, participants must submit their video link via this official Google Form. There is no limit to the number of submissions, whether solo or in a group. According to the organisers, creativity, relatability and a strong Malaysian identity are key judging criteria. "We're looking for the most creative, relatable, and full-of-Malaysia-vibes rap! Whether it's about nasi lemak, football fever, or mum's legendary rendang – as long as it screams 'Paling Malaysia', we want to hear it!" the organiser said in a statement.
The Sun
08-07-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Malaysians shocked by TNB bills after new tariff rollout
MALAYSIANS are sounding the alarm over unusually high electricity bills this month — with many fingers pointing towards Tenaga Nasional Berhad's (TNB) latest tariff charges. According to a viral post on Reddit by user Itstartswith_m, who shared a screenshot of her July bill calculation, exclaiming: 'RIP July budget. I barely use AC, not even at home most days. Dang new tariff . Please someone tell me I estimated wrongly.' Not alone in her lament, the comment section quickly turned into a support group for shocked bill-payers: kimi_rules1st: 'First week and it's already RM200 — that's my average for FIVE months. It's gonna be RM600 by month-end at this point.' Virion1124: 'Last time my average bill was around RM120 to RM200. Now almost doubled to RM300+ to RM400.' Sad-Scheme-9274: 'Even without using AC much, things like fridge, heater, washing machine, and standby power add up. 'TNB's new structure hits even basic usage hard — feels like you're paying more for doing less.' Many users believe there's either a technical error, a glitch in the app, or an uncommunicated billing system change. A few even noticed the infamous 'bar' in TNB's usage graph — which appears taller despite lower usage. This has added more fuel to the confusion: BeneficialCup2317: 'There's a bug in the latest diagram. The bar is higher even though the usage is less. Just wait for the official bill lah.' Still, some aren't buying the wait-and-see approach. 40EHuTlcFZ: 'Exactly. People will riot in front of their office if this is the real cost.' hahcore: 'Mine already hit RM170 and we're not even done with the month. The app's down for maintenance now... hoping it's just a visual glitch.' Starting July 1, electricity users in Peninsular Malaysia began experiencing major changes to their TNB bills. This isn't just a typical tariff update — it's a complete overhaul of how electricity charges are calculated. According to the Energy Commission (ST), the new structure is designed to offer a fairer and more progressive billing system for over 23.6 million domestic users. However, early feedback suggests that the opposite may be happening with average users seeing double or triple their usual charges. For many, the core issue isn't just the pricing — it's the lack of clarity. There's confusion over how usage is calculated under the new structure, whether current app readings are accurate, and if these high estimates will translate into actual bills.
