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New Straits Times
a day ago
- Sport
- New Straits Times
Malaysians rally behind Pearly, Thinaah after Indonesia Open loss
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's top women's doubles team Pearly Tan and M. Thinaah received an outpouring of support from fans after a hard-fought loss to China's world No. 1 Liu Sheng Shu-Tan Ning in the Indonesia Open final today in Jakarta. The intense match at Istora Senayan kept spectators on the edge of their seats. The Malaysian pair pushed their opponents to the limit before falling 23-25, 21-12, 21-19 in 87 minutes. Despite the defeat, Pearly and Thinaah were widely commended for their grit, resilience and determination on court. Malaysian fans flooded social media, including NST Online's Facebook page, with messages of encouragement and admiration, celebrating the pair not only for their performance, but also for their sportsmanship and perseverance. User Vigneswaran Sivalingam said: "They gave their best and lifted the Jalur Gemilang up." David Lee said: "Great match. Superb fighting spirit by Pearly Tan and M. Thinaah. Great defence as the world No. 1 has to sweat to break it." Siti Hajar said: "Congratulations on your remarkable achievement after trying so hard." Naif Daran wrote: "The ladies shook the power house good. China nearly lost, great Malaysia." Teo Han Wei said: "Missed by two points, what an extraordinary performance." Muhammad Taufiq Abdullah wrote: "Congratulations and well done. They did their best."
New Straits Times
4 days ago
- Business
- New Straits Times
BTH: Op Gasak, LPG subsidy & SMEs demand clarity [WATCH]
KUALA LUMPUR: A nationwide crackdown on the misuse of subsidised liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) has sparked growing concern among Malaysia's small business community, as food stall operators, laundrettes, and retailers brace for rising costs and stricter enforcement. Launched on May 1, Ops Gasak — short for Operasi Gas Memasak — is an aggressive enforcement campaign by the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry, aimed at clamping down on illegal decanting, smuggling, and the misuse of household LPG in commercial and industrial settings. While micro and small-scale traders have been granted temporary relief, allowing them to continue using subsidised LPG without permits until October 31, the broader enforcement push remains firmly focused on larger-scale abuse and non-compliant industrial users. Joining Beyond the Headlines to weigh in on the implications is SME Association of Malaysia president Dr Chin Chee Seong, as the government doubles down on its pledge to ensure LPG subsidies are used appropriately and not exploited at the expense of taxpayers or honest traders. As the situation evolves, small businesses are encouraged to stay informed about regulatory changes and participate in stakeholder engagement sessions to voice their concerns and suggestions. More in the latest episode of Beyond the Headlines. Watch on NST Online's YouTube channel. This episode was recorded on Jun 5
New Straits Times
02-05-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
BTH: Aging flats, urban redevelopment and URA [WATCH]
KUALA LUMPUR: The proposed Urban Renewal Act (URA) is fast becoming a talking point across Malaysia's urban landscape — and for good reason. Driven by the Housing and Local Government Ministry, the URA aims to revitalise dilapidated flats and apartments, some over four decades old, that have fallen into disrepair with faulty lifts, leaking roofs, and deteriorating infrastructure. Far from just a cosmetic upgrade, the URA promises a complete redevelopment of these ageing buildings — with a bold pledge that no homeowner will be left behind. The government insists that homeowners' rights and homes will be protected, but this assurance has raised just as many questions as it has hoped. In this week's episode of Beyond the Headlines, real estate strategist and property expert Previndran Singhe joined us to expand the discussion. Watch the latest episode on NST Online's YouTube channel. *This episode was recorded on Apr 30
