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Daily Express
5 hours ago
- Sport
- Daily Express
Over 5,000 join Malaysia-China 2025 Friendship Run
Published on: Saturday, July 19, 2025 Published on: Sat, Jul 19, 2025 Text Size: Lim (seated fourth right) and his committee. Kota Kinabalu: The Jom!Malaysia-China 2025 Friendship Run has surpassed 5,000 registered participants, according to its organising committee chairman Michael Lim. The organiser, the Malaysia-China Friendship Association Sabah, has set the dates for participants to collect their event T-shirts and race kits. Advertisement This year's run is scheduled to flag off at 6am on July 27 from Padang Merdeka heading towards the roundabout near Kota Kinabalu City Mosque in Likas Bay, covering a total distance of 7 kilometres. The Jom!Malaysia-China Friendship Run has consistently received strong sponsorship from well-known sportswear brand Skechers, which promotes a healthy and active lifestyle in Sabah. This year, Skechers is contributing RM60, 000 worth of lucky draw prizes, in addition to items in the race kit, which include an event T-shirt, eco bag, 30 per cent Skechers discount voucher, race bib and a medal. Among the 350 lucky draw prizes sponsored by Skechers, the grand prize is a pair of running shoes worth RM5, 508. The winner will be entitled to collect a pair of running shoes worth RM459 each month from Skechers outlets, for a duration of 12 months. There will also be 349 cash prizes totalling RM54,500, including first prize: RM2,000 (1 winner), second prize: RM1, 000 (3 winners), third prize: RM500 (5 winners) and additional prizes: RM300 (20 winners), RM200 (50 winners), RM150 (80 winners) and RM100 (190 winners). All registered participants may collect their items from July 18 to 20, between 8.30am and 3.30pm at the association's office. The office is located at 4-1, 1st Floor, Lot 4, Lorong 5, Bunga Raja Shopping Complex, Jalan Bunga Ulam Raja, Kolombong. For more information, please call 016-8304020, 012-8332282, 016-8363960, or 012-8060944. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
New Straits Times
20 hours ago
- Sport
- New Straits Times
SSTMI and SSMP to battle for Super Schools rugby crown
KUALA LUMPUR: All eyes will be on Malaysia Pahang Sports School (SSMP Falcons) and defending champions Tunku Mahkota Ismail Sports School (SSTMI Tsunami) as they battle for supremacy in the Super Schools Rugby (SSR) Academy Division Grand Final at the Equestrian Park in Putrajaya on Sunday. Both teams who had been unbeaten this season are eyeing the largest prize purse in the tournament's history, with the winners taking home RM10,000 and the runners-up earning RM5,000, nearly double the prize money from the inaugural 2024 edition, also won by SSTMI. SSMP, led by head coach Nasrul Hakim, secured their spot in the final after a hard-fought 28-26 win over the Selangor Rugby Academy. Their standout performer, Airel Nurafifi Azhar, has contributed 38 points so far this season. "This final represents the fruits of our hard work throughout the year. Facing SSTMI, a team we respect, makes this occasion all the more meaningful. We are ready to create history for SSMP," said Nasrul in the pre-match press conference on Friday. Meanwhile, SSTMI, coached by former national captain Syahir Asyraf, booked their berth in the final with a 27-22 victory over SMK King Edward VII. Leading the charge for SSTMI are Haikal Ismail, with 61 points, and Razali Rizal, who has scored nine tries. "Every time SSTMI reaches the final, we carry a legacy that must be defended. More importantly, we want to demonstrate that school-level development can produce future stars. This match is for the entire Malaysian rugby community," said Syahir.
Borneo Post
20 hours ago
- Borneo Post
Two men charged for sexual offences against underage girls
KOTA KINABALU (July 18): Two men were separately charged in a Sessions Court here today for committing sexual offences against underage girls. In the first case, 33-year-old Jumat Pilih pleaded not guilty to a charge of raping a 15-year-old girl. The offence was allegedly committed around 6pm on November 20, 2021, in a storeroom at the Kadazan Dusun Cultural Association (KDCA) grounds in Penampang. He was charged under Section 376(1) of the Penal Code, which carries a prison sentence of up to 20 years and whipping, upon conviction. The court fixed August 21 for pre-trial case management. Bail was set at RM10,000, with RM5,000 to be deposited, under two local sureties. Jumat was also ordered to report to the nearest police station twice a month and to surrender his passport. He was reminded not to interfere with prosecution witnesses. Deputy Public Prosecutor Nurul Shafeerah Mad Iskim appeared for the prosecution, while counsel Dominic Chew represented the accused. In a separate case, 43-year-old Olkestria Bandang pleaded not guilty before judge Hurman Hussain to a charge of sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl. The alleged incident took place around 7pm in November 2024, inside a car at a parking lot in Inanam. He was charged under Section 14(a) of the Sexual Offences Against Children Act 2017, which provides for imprisonment of up to 20 years and whipping, upon conviction. The court set October 17 for pre-trial case management and granted bail of RM3,000 under one local surety. Olkestria was also prohibited from approaching or harassing the victim, her family, and any prosecution witnesses. Deputy Public Prosecutor Fazriel Fardiansyah Abdul Kadir prosecuted, while counsel Nartiah F. Mirchelle Sambatan appeared for the accused.
New Straits Times
a day ago
- Business
- New Straits Times
Media Prima Omnia champions affordable branding for SMEs
KUALA LUMPUR: Media Prima Omnia Sdn Bhd, the integrated marketing arm of Media Prima Berhad, is ramping up efforts to make media branding more accessible for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) through various affordable advertising solutions. Omnia, which oversees integrated campaigns across Media Prima's wide media network, aims to bridge the branding gap for SMEs often overshadowed by larger corporations. Big Tree Outdoor and Omnia Agency Solutions chief operating officer, Stephanie Wong, said the latest initiative is part of Omnia's broader goal to ensure local SMEs are not left behind in the branding race, especially in a landscape dominated by established players. Speaking during a corporate visit by MM Media Marketing at Balai Berita today, she said many SMEs still see media exposure as costly and out of reach. "We understand SMEs are the backbone of the economy. But a lot of them think media is something far away, something only big brands can afford," she said. Wong said Omnia's SME packages go beyond traditional advertising to include digital content creation, brand positioning, and publicity support, which are affordable, accessible, and designed to help them grow. She said the SME-focused initiative includes entry-level branding packages starting from as low as RM5,000. "The package is not just traditional advertising but also digital, content creation, and even publicity through news coverage. Advertising today is not just about placing ads. It is about building a brand that consumers can trust. "We guide SMEs on how to advertise, how to position their brand, and how to grow," she said, noting that Omnia has actively worked with SMEs from various sectors over the past four years. Omnia also announced a collaboration with MM Media Marketing to further amplify the role of SMEs in driving Malaysia's economic growth. "Through these efforts, we hope to see more emerging homegrown brands gain visibility and consumer trust and eventually grow into regional players," Stephanie added.
Rakyat Post
a day ago
- Automotive
- Rakyat Post
The RM120K Reality Check: When Your Insurance Job Dreams Meet Mercedes Maintenance Bills
Subscribe to our FREE Meet our protagonist: a fresh university graduate who dove into the insurance industry last December. Three months in – technically just one month full-time after doing part-time initially – his team leader dropped some 'wisdom' on him: You need a car that commands respect when meeting clients. Translation: Your trusty Myvi isn't going to cut it anymore. So, what does someone earning RM4,000 to RM5,000 monthly do? Naturally, he sets his sights on a 2017 Mercedes C200 priced at RM120,000. Because nothing says 'I've made it' like German engineering on a Malaysian salary, right? The Tea Session That Tried to Save Him His friend – the one sharing this story – tried to be the voice of reason during what should have been a casual tea session: Friend: 'Dude, your Myvi is fine. Why change?' Insurance Guy: 'I meet clients all the time. Need to give them confidence.' Friend: 'Is your insurance income even stable yet? You're moving pretty fast.' Insurance Guy: 'Average RM4-5K monthly, not bad.' Friend: 'Your car payments and petrol alone will be RM2K monthly. That's before maintenance.' Insurance Guy: 'I live at home, it's fine. The car is a money-making tool.' The friend, having owned a Mercedes before, tried one last warning: 'Mercedes maintenance is genuinely expensive. My previous Merc averaged RM1-2K per service. I sold it before the warranty expired and switched to Mazda.' Spoiler alert: The warning fell on deaf ears. April Arrives, Reality Bites Fast forward to April. Our insurance agent finally gets his Mercedes. His leader, perhaps sensing the writing on the wall, jumps ship to property sales in May. June rolls around, and the C200 is due for its major service. The bill: RM4,398. Suddenly, that 'money-making tool' needed its own financial rescue mission. The new Mercedes owner found himself asking friends for service money because – plot twist – he hadn't budgeted for maintenance costs. His reasoning? 'Such an expensive car should definitely go to the original service centre.' Fair enough, but expensive principles require expensive budgets. The Comment Section Delivers Some Hard Truths The story struck a nerve online, with commenters serving up their own brand of tough love: 'Many people are like this – they want to look good upfront but don't think about the costs behind. Some even plan to borrow money from friends. Treating friends like ATMs.' 'Earning RM4-5K and daring to buy a Maserati – that's real talent.' 'Adults need to take responsibility for their actions. At least he came to you for service money, taking responsibility for his car.' 'If you can't break through yourself, you'll end up breaking yourself.' The Sales Game: Where Image Costs More Than Income This isn't just about one guy and his Mercedes dreams. It's about the pressure cooker environment of sales jobs where image often trumps financial sense. The pressure to project success through luxury purchases is common in many professional environments. But here's the thing about 'fake it till you make it' – sometimes you end up faking yourself into debt. The friend sharing this story wasn't trying to shame anyone. His final thoughts were surprisingly measured: 'I'm not suggesting this approach. Mercedes maintenance is genuinely expensive, but you need to weigh it yourself. If you buy it, just call me.' Every ambitious professional faces this crossroads: invest in your image or invest in your stability. The Mercedes owner chose the image, and while the jury's still out on whether it'll pay off in the long term, that RM4,398 service bill was definitely a wake-up call. Sometimes, the most expensive education comes with leather seats and a three-pointed star on the hood. READ MORE : READ MORE : READ MORE : READ MORE : Share your thoughts with us via TRP's . Get more stories like this to your inbox by signing up for our newsletter.
