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Daily Express
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- Business
- Daily Express
Sports Toto failed to prove Perlis gaming ban decision, says court
Published on: Friday, June 06, 2025 Published on: Fri, Jun 06, 2025 By: Ho Kit Yen, FMT Text Size: The High Court in Kangar refused STM Lottery Sdn Bhd and four others leave to bring judicial proceedings against the Perlis state government, saying the application was 'frivolous'. PETALING JAYA: The Kangar High Court dismissed a bid by Sports Toto Malaysia and four others to revive their gaming business in Perlis, saying the application failed to identify any 'official decision' that could be made subject to judicial review. Justice Arik Sanusi Yeop Johari said the applicants had not identified any decision by the Perikatan Nasional-led state government that had impacted their livelihood. Advertisement Instead, they relied on printed and online news reports about the state's purported refusal to issue lottery operators licences for business premises, the judge said. 'The applicants only cited printed and online news reports (about the purported decision). 'These news reports cannot be considered an 'official decision' made by the state government, and thus the application is frivolous,' Arik said in a judgment issued last week. The judgment set out the grounds for a decision he had handed down last year. The applicants – STM Lottery Sdn Bhd, Leong Jenn Kiang, Chin Soo Shian, C Santha and Yip Kok Chyun – are appealing the decision to the Court of Appeal. They are seeking to quash the Kangar municipal council's decision not to renew the licences for their business premises, thereby preventing them from operating their lottery business. They contend that matters relating to the issuance of gaming licences are within the purview of federal law. For that reason, they said the state authorities' decision was irrational, ultra vires the powers vested in the municipal council and the state government, and contravened the Federal Constitution. However, Arik said the application for leave to bring judicial review proceedings was bound to fail for lack of a formal decision. The judge added that even if such a decision had been made, the matter was one of policy. 'The court does inquire into policy making decisions,' he said. The applicants' appeal will come up for case management in the Court of Appeal on June 16. Parallel case in Kedah Meanwhile, a High Court in Alor Setar last year quashed the Kedah government's refusal to renew the licences of several pool betting agents, their companies and officers. The court held that the state government had overstepped its powers under the Federal Constitution in doing so. It said pool betting and lotteries were matters within the federal government's purview, and that the state government had no power to ban them. The state government's appeal from that decision was heard by the Court of Appeal on May 26, which has reserved its judgment. The appeal has been fixed for case management on June 24. * 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
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Daily Express
25-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
STM lottery's donation drive
Published on: Sunday, May 25, 2025 Published on: Sun, May 25, 2025 Text Size: Kota Kinabalu: STM Lottery Sdn Bhd carried out the Sports Toto Harvest & Gawai Donation Drive 2025 from May 20 to 23 in Sabah and Sarawak. The company allocated RM43,000 for this year's donation drive. A total of seven charity homes and non-governmental organisations benefitted. Each beneficiary received RM3,500 in cash donation and shopping vouchers worth RM1,500 to assist with daily operational expenses and the purchase of food and basic necessities for the deserving children and adults under their care. Additionally, each qualifying child or adult residing in the homes or attending the NGOs' learning programmes received a RM30 festive ang pow as a gesture of festive goodwill. In Sabah, the beneficiaries were Makatip Welfare Association, Tambunan, Sabah Society for the Deaf (Kudat and Sandakan branches) and Tawau Benevolent Care Centre. * 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
The Sun
09-05-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
1,500 runners expected at FT cross country run
KUALA LUMPUR : The Federal Territory Kuala Lumpur Athletic Association Cross Country 2025 is set to be held on July 6 at Padang Merbok in Kuala Lumpur, with about 1,500 participants expected for its 38th edition. Association president Datuk Seri Dr V. Pulainthiran said the annual race would feature 11 categories, including two road race divisions open to both men and women. Pulainthiran said the event has seen increasing participation each year. 'The entries for school categories increased to 539 participants last year compared with 2023. We also had 81 foreign participants. So, we are hopeful that this year's numbers will grow.' He was speaking at the official launch of the run at Hotel Olympic yesterday. 'We will also continue to host the 15km road race under categories J and K for those who do not wish to participate in the cross-country run.' Pulainthiran expressed gratitude to STM Lottery for its ongoing support of the event. 'I must state that without your strong commitment, hosting such a large-scale event would not be possible. STM Lottery not only sponsors the annual cross-country run but also provides various prizes for many other events organised by the association.' Present at the launch was STM Lottery Sdn Bhd Community and Sustainability general manager Giam Say Khoon. This marks the eighth consecutive year that STM Lottery Sdn Bhd has acted as the event's title sponsor. 'STM Lottery is honoured to once again serve as the title sponsor of this event alongside our trusted partner, the Federal Territory Kuala Lumpur Athletic Association. 'Our support for this event goes beyond sponsorship. It reflects our deep commitment to promoting a healthy lifestyle, nurturing young talent and fostering community spirit through the love of running.' Giam also expressed hope for increased participation this year. 'This year's cross-country promises to be inclusive and exciting, featuring 11 running categories designed for all ages and fitness levels, including the popular 5km Fun Run. More than just a race, this event brings people together, encouraging perseverance, health and unity.' He said more exciting prizes would be up for grabs in this year's lucky draw. Those interested in registering or learning more about the event can visit RaceXAsia at or CheckpointSpot at Early bird registration is open until May 14, with standard rates ranging from RM30 to RM60 per participant.
Yahoo
10-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
‘A love-fuelled windfall': Penang doctor hits RM11m jackpot with wife from anniversary dinner receipt numbers
KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 — A doctor from Penang celebrated an unexpected anniversary win, walking away with RM11.77 million after placing a bet on numbers from his dinner receipt last month. The 53-year-old told STM Lottery Sdn Bhd that the numbers '4486' and '5704,' printed on the receipt after his candlelight dinner with his wife, caught his attention. 'I now truly understand the Cantonese saying: love your wife, and you'll get rich,' he shared. The doctor, accompanied by his wife, collected his winnings and expressed gratitude to the gaming company for what he called a 'wonderful anniversary gift.' He revealed plans to share the prize with his siblings and save the remainder for his children's future needs. In the same draw, an education group employee from Sarawak also took home RM219,975.30 from the same jackpot.
