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Hype Malaysia
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
(Video) UK Singer Jessie J Praises M'sian Artist Amsyar Leee; Compares Him To Freddie Mercury
It's not every day that we see one of our local talents take to the international stage and represent the country. Singer Shila Amzah has done so multiple times, having competed in singing competitions in China, most recently in 'Singing With Legends (我们的歌)'. It seems that Amsyar Leee, who first rose to fame for his Siti Nurhaliza impressions on TikTok, is following in her footsteps, giving it his all in the 'Sing! Asia' contest, which also took place in China. Not only did he deliver powerful performances, but he also earned praise from UK superstar Jessie J. Here's what she said about the Malaysian artist: Last week, singer Amsyar Leee announced that he was one of the contestants for the 'Sing! Asia' singing competition on the iQIYI streaming platform. 'It's been an incredible journey sharing the stage with talented artists from all across Asia. Every moment was filled with growth, emotion, and memories I'll carry forever. Thank you to everyone who's been cheering me on from the start,' he wrote in his captions. In the latest episode, the young star performed his rendition of Marsha Milan's 'Cinta'. As shown in the video below, the judges, audience and fellow contestants were blown away by his powerful vocals, especially when he hit the high notes. Shortly after his performance, each judge, including UK singer Jessie J, gave their feedback. The 'Bang Bang' songstress praised the Malaysian artist for his vocals, even comparing his presence to the legendary Freddie Mercury of Queen, stating that they both carry a certain aura. 'I think [your performance] was amazing! I'd love to see you use the stage more—use that power. You have this Freddie Mercury [angel-like aura], and I love Malaysia. Fantastic. I really do think you need to celebrate,' she told Amsyar. And celebrate he did, as it was announced at the end of the episode that the Perak-born performer had been crowned the King of Singers for the show's opening battle, having earned the most votes. Congratulations to Amsyar Leee on his latest achievement! Watch the full episode below, or skip to 27:15 for Jessie J's comments: Source: YouTube
Malay Mail
05-05-2025
- Politics
- Malay Mail
Perak MB: All mosque, surau waqf land must be registered under MAIPk to avoid future disputes
IPOH, May 5 — Land endowed for the benefit of Muslims, particularly for the construction of mosques, surau, and religious schools in the state, must be registered under the Perak Islamic Religious and Malay Customs Council (MAIPk). Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad said this is an important step to prevent future ownership disputes involving the heirs of the original donor or other interested parties. 'I urge all mosques that have yet to register their waqf land under MAIPk to do so immediately. Alhamdulillah, so far, many such applications have been approved during the executive council meetings I chair. 'However, there are still mosques, surau, and religious schools that have not completed this process, which could cause problems if claims are made later,' he told a press conference after launching a reading kit for mosques across the state here today. He was commenting on the ownership dispute involving Ar-Ridwan Jamek Mosque in Alor Pongsu, Kerian, which is currently owned by a non-Muslim individual. Earlier, in his speech, Saarani said the state government plans to use Friday prayer donation collections from across Perak to buy back the land, which is estimated to be worth RM1.8 million. 'The Ar-Ridwan Jamek Mosque was built on waqf land, but the donor's grandchild sold part of it to another party. The land was then registered under the buyer's name, and a claim has now been made on it,' he explained. In another development, Saarani expressed pride in Perak-born Aiman Ridhwan Mohamad Ramlan, who was named the champion male reciter at the 2025/1445H National Al-Quran Recitation and Memorisation Assembly held on May 3. He said the state government is considering a suitable incentive to honour Aiman Ridhwan's achievement in bringing pride to Perak. — Bernama
The Star
30-04-2025
- General
- The Star
Dedicated workers take pride in difficult jobs
DIVING deep into Kuala Lumpur's drains to carry out cleaning works is no easy job, but someone has to get it done. For Mohd Irfan Mohd Redzuan, 27, a general worker with Alam Flora Sdn Bhd, that is his daily routine. 'I was a bit scared when I started this job three years ago, but now I am used to it,' he told StarMetro. The Perak-born is among countless number of workers who took on 3D (difficult, dangerous and dirty) jobs to make a living. In conjunction with Labour Day, StarMetro takes a look at those who do such jobs, to get a better understanding of the challenges they face. Those involved in cleaning works and those in maintenance and inspection of critical facilities, related their experiences. Mohd Irfan is part of a small team tasked with carrying out drain cleanup in central areas in Kuala Lumpur, such as Bukit Bintang and Chow Kit. Rozaidy says his work involves checking the electrical system inside the LRT trains. Although the outside might look decent, the inside of a drain could be a totally different story, he said. 'I once encountered a snake while cleaning a drain, but thankfully it fled and I climbed out of the drain in panic. 'It took me several days to get over the paranoia due to the incident,' said Mohd Irfan with a chuckle. His co-worker Francis Patinadan, 37, who has been doing the job for about 12 years, said reptiles such as monitor lizards were common. He also found a dog carcass once. 'And that is not even the worst incident. There had been times when the drain partially collapsed while I was inside,' he added. During one unfortunate incident, Francis sustained injury after a sharp metal grazed his left palm. 'I applied salve but it began to swell the next day. The doctor treating me said the metal might have been rusty. Iruthayaraj using an earthing device during maintenance work on a railway track. 'Afterwards, the injury worsened and I was given leave for two months to recover,' Francis recalled. But the father-of-eight was undeterred. He said the job was his way of fulfilling his civic duty to the nation and the capital. 'Occasionally, I get international tourists stopping by to get a closer look at what I'm doing. 'Sometimes I explain to them about my work. This is my city, and if I don't do it, who else will,' he said. Commute made easy As Alam Flora workers clean up Kuala Lumpur's underbelly, Rapid Rail Sdn Bhd employees are busy making sure the city's residents get to their destinations on time and safely. Iruthayaraj Adaikalam, 58, a technician in charge of train network maintenance at LRT Ampang Line, said his job involved inspecting the railway tracks for defects and carrying out repairs. 'We work in three shifts – 7am to 3pm, 3pm to 11pm and 11pm to 7am – to ensure maintenance is done round the clock,' he said. Francis says wearing protective equipment is a must to prevent injury. A father of three, Iruthayaraj said strict compliance with procedure was vital to ensure safety. 'We must keep in mind that we are surrounded by electrical components at high voltage. 'It is important to inform our superiors before carrying out work, from when it starts, its duration and how many technicians are involved,' he said. Rozaidy Razlan, 44, foreman at LRT Ampang Line, was part of the team maintaining the trains during operation hours. Working in two shifts, 7am to 3pm and 3pm to 11pm, the team checks on complaints by passengers and disruptions during service. Technical concerns aside, the real challenge, Rozaidy said, was when disruption occurred during peak hours and the repair crew was faced with irate passengers. Mohd Irfan was apprehensive when he started as an Alam Flora general worker three years ago. 'By the time we arrive, they might have been stranded for a while, so tension will be high. 'Some passengers may lash out at us, but we must remain professional and explain the situation,' he highlighted. He could not forget the incident when trees fell onto a track near the Chan Sow Lin station in the evening a few years back. 'The repair crew had to find their way through the big crowd. 'Thankfully, passengers were understanding when they saw us in uniform and that we were there to help,' he added. During the incident on April 12, 2021, passengers were evacuated to make way for repairs. LRT Ampang Line preventive maintenance supervisor Zaidi Khairudin, 57, said his crew typically worked behind the scene to upkeep the trains outside of their service hours. Armed with nearly four decades of experience in train maintenance, Zaidi said each train required servicing at least once a month. Mohd Izham is tasked with maintaining power supply and infrastructure in Kampung Mukut. The father-of-four from Setapak was particular about workplace hazards and placed emphasis on the wearing of protective equipment. 'The depot is littered with hazards – there are machine oil and electrical components everywhere,' he said. 'Staff must be in proper working attire at all times to minimise the risk of injury,' he added. Outside the capital Mohd Izham Mohd Sukeri, a Tenaga Nasional Bhd (TNB) senior technician posted to Pulau Tioman in Pahang, is among a handful of personnel tasked with maintaining power supply and infrastructure in Kampung Mukut. Based in a remote area surrounded by thick forest and mountains, he and his co-workers had to get there on foot. 'There are no roads and we have to travel by boat. 'Each personnel has to carry equipment as heavy as 10kg to 20kg,' said Mohd Izham, who has three children. Tharmaindra being suspended while carrying out maintenance on a transmission tower. Things got more challenging when the ferry service connecting Pulau Tioman and the mainland (Pahang) was suspended for three weeks. 'This happens every year during monsoon, causing immense emotional stress,' he said. Mohd Izham said support from colleagues and dedication to work kept him grounded during difficult times. Another TNB senior technician, Tharmaindra Kumar Jayaram regularly treks into forest reserves in Terengganu and Kelantan to check on power generators and networks. The father-of-two from Penang said his task involved inspecting high-voltage grids of between 275kV and 500kV. 'To ensure continuous and uninterrupted electricity supply, inspections must be carried out without cutting off power. 'I will be suspended 55m above ground to allow me to reach the transmission tower,' he said. Tharmaindra said he and his colleagues took a helicopter to get to remote locations in the east coast. Maintenance work often took days, he noted, which meant they had to be prepared to camp there, exposing them to the elements. 'It is difficult work, but no words can describe the satisfaction I feel when seeing it get done,' he said.
