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The Star
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Star
Young bookworm devours 1,378 titles to bag award
Children's category winner Alif Zachary (second left) with fellow winner (from left) Nur Jamilatussyukriyyah Abdullah, 18 (teenagers' category), Mastura and adult category winner Nik Hasrol Hafiz Hashim, 39 (right). — Photos: ARIQ HIDAYAT/The Star Klang food delivery rider's son developed reading passion after library visit at six Winner of Selangor's Avid Reader award in the children's category who borrowed 1,378 books in 2024, shared that his passion for reading began at the age of six. Alif Zachary Mohd Arif , 13, son of a food delivery rider, believes that those who do not read are missing out. 'My friend invited me to visit a library when I was six and the sight of countless books instantly caught my interest. 'Since then, I always join book events at school and visit the Sungai Udang public library in Klang, regularly. 'This is my first time receiving the Avid Reader award,' the student from SMK Telok Gadong in Klang told StarMetro at Pustaka Raja Tun Uda's 'Jom Baca Bersama 10 Minit 2025' programme in Shah Alam. The initiative by the state government was coordinated by Selangor Public Library Corporation (PPAS). Those with the most number of books borrowed at public libraries, based on PPAS' database, were identified for the award. Attendees reading during the 'Jom Baca Bersama 10 Minit' programme at Pustaka Raja Tun Uda in Shah Alam. Held to mark World Book Day and World Copyright Day, the event aimed to build a reading culture within the community. PPAS director Datin Paduka Mastura Muhamad said the event was also aimed at encouraging the public to gain skills and knowledge through reading. 'In previous years, the programme was held for a day. 'This year, we held it over four days, from April 19,' she said. 'This marks our 11th year of organising the programme which was carried out not only in all 14 state public libraries but also in all schools in Selangor. A leadership forum was also held as part of the event, with motivational speaker and opthalmologist Datuk Dr Muhaya Mohamad, Shariah-compliant stock investment mentor Datuk Mohd Asri Ahmad and celebrity chef Datuk Fazley Yaakob as panellists. Attendee Nur Hidayah Nasarudin said the event was a good opportunity for her to hear from so many renowned individuals in one place. 'Having the opportunity to hear about the importance of reading from my idols made me even more enthusiastic about seeking knowledge. 'It reminded me that learning isn't confined, knowledge is limitless,' she said.
Yahoo
04-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Amini LLC Adds Another $2.8 Million to $52 Million TransCare Victory
NEW YORK, March 04, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Amini LLC has won another $2.8 million for the Chapter 7 Trustee of TransCare from Patriarch Partners Agency Services LLC (PPAS), a lending entity affiliated with Lynn Tilton. In a written decision dated February 5, 2025, Bankruptcy Judge David Jones determined that the Trustee was entitled to an additional $2.8 million in legal fees from PPAS under New York Debtor Creditor Law § 276-a because PPAS had engaged in an actual fraudulent transfer. The underlying fraudulent transfer concerned PPAS' pre-bankruptcy strict foreclosure of TransCare's most valuable assets for which Amini LLC won a $52 million judgment after trial. Granting the motion, the Court rejected PPAS' argument that the fees should be denied under the "single satisfaction" rule. PPAS argued that because Amini LLC had already recovered so much money from Tilton on the same strict foreclosure – an amount facially exceeding PPAS's own judgment, plus the attorneys' fees sought from PPAS – that PPAS should be excused from paying attorney's fees under § 276-a. The Bankruptcy Court rejected this argument, stating it was "analytically misguided" because the recovery of prejudgment interest "cannot be said to have been a recovery or satisfaction of any attorneys' fee award" which must be "in addition to … the base judgment amount plus interest." The Bankruptcy Court entered a $2.8 million judgment for attorneys' fees and ordered that the award is not subject to reduction or offset on account of the Tilton judgment having been satisfied. The victory is significant not only for the monetary result but also because PPAS' claims against the TransCare estate will be disallowed under section 502(d) until this award is paid. Amini LLC is pleased with the result and is committed to vigourously pursuing all avenues of recovery for the Trustee. About Amini LLC: Amini LLC ( is a premier litigation boutique distinguished by its team of trial attorneys, who handle highly complex and challenging commercial disputes, achieving multi-million-dollar outcomes for clients. The firm excels in navigating multifaceted cases spanning diverse areas of law, practice domains, and industry sectors. Amini LLC has earned notable victories in courts nationwide, both alongside and against the nation's largest firms. Chambers and Partners' New York Spotlight Guide for 2025 recognized Amini LLC for "fielding a strong bench of trial attorneys, known for their extensive courtroom experience in high-stakes commercial litigation cases." View source version on Contacts For further information, please contact Amini LLC at marketing@ Sign in to access your portfolio
Associated Press
04-03-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Amini LLC Adds Another $2.8 Million to $52 Million TransCare Victory
Amini LLC has won another $2.8 million for the Chapter 7 Trustee of TransCare from Patriarch Partners Agency Services LLC (PPAS), a lending entity affiliated with Lynn Tilton. In a written decision dated February 5, 2025, Bankruptcy Judge David Jones determined that the Trustee was entitled to an additional $2.8 million in legal fees from PPAS under New York Debtor Creditor Law § 276-a because PPAS had engaged in an actual fraudulent transfer. The underlying fraudulent transfer concerned PPAS' pre-bankruptcy strict foreclosure of TransCare's most valuable assets for which Amini LLC won a $52 million judgment after trial. Granting the motion, the Court rejected PPAS' argument that the fees should be denied under the 'single satisfaction' rule. PPAS argued that because Amini LLC had already recovered so much money from Tilton on the same strict foreclosure – an amount facially exceeding PPAS's own judgment, plus the attorneys' fees sought from PPAS – that PPAS should be excused from paying attorney's fees under § 276-a. The Bankruptcy Court rejected this argument, stating it was 'analytically misguided' because the recovery of prejudgment interest 'cannot be said to have been a recovery or satisfaction of any attorneys' fee award' which must be 'in addition to … the base judgment amount plus interest.' The Bankruptcy Court entered a $2.8 million judgment for attorneys' fees and ordered that the award is not subject to reduction or offset on account of the Tilton judgment having been satisfied. The victory is significant not only for the monetary result but also because PPAS' claims against the TransCare estate will be disallowed under section 502(d) until this award is paid. Amini LLC is pleased with the result and is committed to vigourously pursuing all avenues of recovery for the Trustee. About Amini LLC: Amini LLC ( is a premier litigation boutique distinguished by its team of trial attorneys, who handle highly complex and challenging commercial disputes, achieving multi-million-dollar outcomes for clients. The firm excels in navigating multifaceted cases spanning diverse areas of law, practice domains, and industry sectors. Amini LLC has earned notable victories in courts nationwide, both alongside and against the nation's largest firms. Chambers and Partners' New York Spotlight Guide for 2025 recognized Amini LLC for 'fielding a strong bench of trial attorneys, known for their extensive courtroom experience in high-stakes commercial litigation cases.' SOURCE: Amini LLC Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 03/04/2025 02:14 PM/DISC: 03/04/2025 02:14 PM
