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Free Malaysia Today
17 hours ago
- Politics
- Free Malaysia Today
Amar to decide on PAS deputy presidency only after official notice
On Saturday, Pengkalan Chepa PAS Youth nominated Amar Abdullah as a candidate for the party's No 2 post at its elections to be held in September. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA : PAS vice-president Amar Abdullah was coy about contesting for the deputy presidency, saying he would only decide once he receives a notice from the party's election committee of his candidacy. On Saturday, Pengkalan Chepa PAS Youth nominated Amar as a candidate for the party's No 2 post at its elections to be held in September. Amar said the election committee would contact the candidates if it received a sufficient number of nominations, Berita Harian reported. 'They (the committee) will inform us if we fulfil the requirements,' he said when asked if he would accept the nomination for the deputy presidency. Pengkalan Chepa PAS Youth information chief Sazwan Sakri said Amar, the former Kelantan deputy menteri besar, had extensive experience and had showcased strong leadership at divisional, state and central levels. Sazwan said Amar had also played a major role in guiding the next generation of PAS leaders in the party's struggle. In February, a PAS source told FMT the party was likely to hold a contest for its top two posts at its elections in September, for the first time in a decade. PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang and deputy president Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man have not been challenged for the posts since the 2015 party polls. There has been speculation that Hadi will step down because of health reasons. At the same time, there are rumours that Tuan Ibrahim, who is the Pahang opposition leader, also intends to make way for new leadership, although there have been calls from the pro-ulama faction for him to defend his post.
Free Malaysia Today
28-05-2025
- General
- Free Malaysia Today
2 friends claim trial to robbing 6 convenience stores in Kelantan
Zulhusni Irfan (in white) and Lukman Akiff allegedly committed the offences at six convenience stores in Kelantan between 3.30am and 6.10am on May 10 and 11. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA : Two friends pleaded not guilty in the Kota Bharu sessions court today to robbing six convenience stores in Pengkalan Chepa and Kota Bharu, Kelantan, early this month. Zulhusni Irfan, 20, and Lukman Akiff, 28, were accused of committing gang robbery against six male store workers, aged between 21 and 31, involving cash amounting to RM1,211.30. They allegedly committed the offences at six convenience stores between 3.30am and 6.10am on May 10 and 11, Bernama reported. The charges were framed under Section 395 of the Penal Code for gang robbery, which carries a maximum prison sentence of 20 years and whipping, if convicted. Both men also claimed trial to attempting to rob a male worker, 24, of a convenience store in Jalan Sultan Ibrahim in Kota Bharu at 6am on May 12. The charge under Section 393 of the Penal Code for attempted robbery was read together with Section 34 of the same code, which provides for a maximum prison sentence of seven years and a fine, upon conviction. Judge Zulkifli Abllah did not allow bail for both defendants and set June 29 for case mention. At the magistrates' court, Zulhusni also pleaded not guilty to possessing a fake pistol on Jalan Sultanah Zainab in Kota Bharu at 6.45am on May 12. He was charged under Section 36(1) of the Arms Act 1960 for possession of an imitation gun, which carries a maximum prison sentence of one year, a fine not exceeding RM5,000 or both upon conviction. Magistrate Rais Imran Hamid granted bail of RM5,000 and set June 29 for case mention.
Malay Mail
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Malay Mail
In a world of drones, Malaysia's ‘wau' soars against the digital drift
BACHOK, May 26 — In today's digital era where many youths spend their time on online games and high-tech gadgets like drones and remote-controlled vehicles, wau flying still holds a special place in the hearts of some young people in Malaysia. Although it is increasingly overshadowed by the wave of technology, the uniqueness of the wau or traditional Malaysian kite and the joy of flying it continue to keep this heritage alive. Muhaimi Marzuki, 27, an avid wau enthusiast from Pengkalan Chepa, Kelantan, said he started flying the wau when he was in primary school. 'Back then, my friends and I used only traditional materials to make the kites, using our own skills,' he told Bernama recently at the Kelantan International Wau Festival 2025 held at Pantai Irama here. 'Despite the availability of online games and high-tech gadgets these days, I've never been tempted to abandon the wau.' According to Muhaimi, no modern game can offer that unique sense of satisfaction one gets when one sees a self-made wau soaring gracefully in the sky, manually controlled by a fine string. 'Even while playing under the hot sun, the joy of watching a kite you created with your own hands soaring high in the sky... it is a feeling that's hard to put into words,' he said. The wau comes in various unique shapes and has distinct names such as wau burung, wau pari, wau katak, wau bayan, wau merak and wau kucing. He added that each type of wau is not only different in shape but also in flight technique and handling. 'Flying the wau gives me an opportunity to become the 'engineer' of the kite of my creation and design, unlike modern games which are all controlled by computers and technology,' he said. Modern games might dominate today's world, but traditional 'wau' flying continues to attract young people, keeping this Malay cultural heritage alive. — Bernama pic Muhammad Zulfaiz Daud, 35, from Bachok, is also a wau enthusiast and regularly participates in wau competitions held throughout Peninsular Malaysia. 'I fell in love with the wau in 2009. The first time I held the string of a kite flying high in the air, I was instantly captivated by the excitement of the game,' he said. He said when taking part in a wau competition, participants are not only judged based on how high the kite can fly but also on the beauty of its shape and design as well as its size and authenticity. He added flying the wau is more than just a leisure activity, pointing out that it is an art that demands dedication and good skills. Meanwhile, Muhammad Razi Muhammad Said from Kuala Lumpur shared that he has been actively involved in wau flying for more than 20 years. 'The wau has a uniqueness that sets it apart from ordinary kites. Its patterns and designs are symbolic of Malaysian elements, which you won't find in kites from other countries,' he said. According to Muhammad Razi, in the past, wau flying was not something everyone indulged in and was an exclusive activity of nobility, such as members of the royal family. 'This game is one of our ancestral legacies and, hence, is deeply valuable and beyond monetary worth,' he said, describing wau flying as a fine art that must be preserved. The Kelantan International Wau Festival 2025 took place from May 22 to 24. This 42nd edition of the annual event drew participants from various countries, including first-time entries from Ukraine, Japan and South Korea. — Bernama
