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Daily Express
11-07-2025
- Daily Express
Vietnamese woman jailed for prostitution
Published on: Friday, July 11, 2025 Published on: Fri, Jul 11, 2025 By: Jo Ann Mool Text Size: This was charged under Section 372B of the Penal Code, which carries a punishment of up to one year's imprisonment, a fine, or both, on conviction. Kota Kinabalu: A 33-year-old Vietnamese woman was jailed three months by the Magistrate's Court here Thursday for soliciting for the purpose of prostitution. Thi Hong Dang, 33, pleaded guilty before Magistrate Wan Farrah Fariza Wan Ghazali after the charge was read to her by a Vietnamese interpreter. Thi was found committing the offence at 10pm on June 19, this year, at a reflexology centre in the city. This was charged under Section 372B of the Penal Code, which carries a punishment of up to one year's imprisonment, a fine, or both, on conviction. Deputy Public Prosecutor (DPP) Akaash Singh informed the court that on the night of the incident, a police team raided the premises and found a woman, later identified as Thi, naked with a male customer inside a room. The customer told police that he had paid RM350 at the front counter in exchange for sexual services from Thi, the court heard. Thi, who was not represented, requested a lower fine, telling the court that she is married with three children. She also applied to contact her family, as she had not been in touch with them since her arrest and wished to inform them so she could ask for money to pay the fine. Akaash informed the court that Thi had no previous convictions but urged for a deterrent sentence. He also applied for her to be referred to the Immigration Department, noting that while her passport is still valid, her visa had already expired. The court ordered Thi to serve the sentence from the date of her arrest and be referred to the Immigration Department thereafter. Meanwhile, a 35-year-old man was tentatively charged with trafficking 55gm of 3,4 Methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA). No plea was recorded from Hiew Vui Shung after the charge was read out to him. Hiew, a trader, was accused of committing the offence at 10.45pm on June 27, this year, in front of the Ski Hotel's lobby here. The charge is framed under Section 39B(1)(a) of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952, which carries a punishment of either the death penalty or life in prison and whipping with a minimum of 15 strokes. The court fixed Aug 19 for mention pending the chemist's report. Hiew, who appeared before Magistrate Marilyn Kelvin, was ordered remanded further pending the date as the charge against him has no provision for bail. In another case, a woman was fined RM1,600, or jailed one month for operating an illegal public lottery gambling activity known as Wah Hui. Silma Abdul admitted to committing the offence on May 15, this year, at 12 noon, in a premises at Sinsuran here. The facts of the case presented by the prosecution stated that the police, who raided the area, found Silma committing the offence and seized gambling paraphernalia, including RM210 in cash from her. Silma was charged under Section 9(1) of the Common Gaming Houses Act 1953, which provides for a fine of up to RM5,000, or up to six months' jail', or both, on conviction. The court ordered the seized money to be forfeited as government revenue. Inspector Yusdi Basri prosecuted. * 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
Borneo Post
10-07-2025
- Borneo Post
Vietnamese jailed for soliciting at KK reflexology centre
KOTA KINABALU (July 10): A Vietnamese woman was jailed for three months by a Magistrate's Court here today for soliciting for the purpose of prostitution. Magistrate Wan Farrah Fariza Wan Ghazali imposed the custodial sentence on Thi Hong Dang, 32, after she pleaded guilty to a charge under Section 372B of the Penal Code. The indictment provides for a jail term of up to one year or a fine, or both, upon conviction. Thi was arrested for committing the offence at a reflexology centre here on June 19. The court heard that the police had raided the place and Thi and a customer were naked in one of the rooms there. The police also found a used condom on a table and a customer admitted to have been provided with sex service for RM350. In mitigation, Thi, who was unrepresented, prayed for a lenient fine. She claimed that she is married and has three kids. In reply, the prosecution urged the court to impose a deterrent sentence saying that Thi's passport is still valid but her visa has already expired. The magistrate ordered Thi to serve her jail sentence from the date of her arrest and to be referred to the Immigration Department after completing her jail term.
The Irish Sun
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Eamonn Holmes, 63, struggles to walk as he arrives at party with girlfriend Katie Alexander, 43
EAMONN Holmes was seen struggling to walk as he arrived at glitzy bash with his new girlfriend Katie Alexander. The TV presenter looked frail but determined as he arrived at a star-studded party hand-in-hand with new flame - bravely pushing through his ongoing health battles. 5 Eammon Holmes and Katie Alexander marked one of their first public outings together as they attended his colleague's engagement party Credit: w8media 5 Katie was turning heads as she arrived in glamourous style - while supporting him into the venue Credit: w8media GB News star Nana Akua celebrated her upcoming wedding in style as she threw a glam engagement party with fiancé Stephen at Shoreditch's swanky Blue Marlin Club. The loved-up pair were joined by a string of celeb pals, family and friends for the star-studded do - with Eamonn, 63, making a surprise appearance alongside new girlfriend Eamonn, who has been battling ongoing mobility issues, was seen leaning on a walking aid as Katie supported him into the venue - the pair marking one of their first public outings together. After suffering from chronic back issues following more on eamonn holmes The pair, who recently Katie turned heads in a figure-hugging chocolate brown bodycon dress, oozing glamour as she arrived on Eamonn's arm. She completed the look with matching sunglasses, a gold chain and a waist-cinching belt that showed off her hourglass figure - stealing the spotlight as the pair made their entrance. Meanwhile, a frail but dapper Eamonn cut a smart figure in a navy two-piece suit, crisp white shirt, and matching shoes - proving he hasn't lost his sharp sense of style. Most read in Reality This comes after Katie opened up on the Taking to Instagram, Katie shared a photograph of herself sat barefoot inside a wooden cabin. Eamonn Holmes hits out at 'horrible' celebrities on TV and admits 'there are so many false' stars She used stickers saying "be mindful" and "peace and quiet" to illustrate the snap. Writing alongside it, Katie admitted that she deliberately avoided the high profile event in London because of hurtful trolls. She said: "Was going to The Tric Awards, but I'd rather protect my Mental Health and Inner Peace than be subjected to more online hate from people who don't know me." This year's TRIC Awards was held at Grosvenor House in London. Ruth and Eamonn's relationship timeline Before the shock split announcement, Ruth and Eamonn seemed like one of the strongest couples on UK TV – even with their signature bickering style. Here's how their romance played out... 1997 - The couple first meet after being introduced by mutual friends, two years after Eamonn splits from his first wife, Gabrielle, with whom he has three children. 1997-2002 - To be respectful to Gabrielle, the couple kept their relationship out of the limelight. Ruth told 2002 - Ruth and Eamonn welcome their son, Jack, to the family. 2005 - Eamonn finalises his divorce with Gabrielle. 2006 - The pair begin to host Friday episodes of This Morning together. 2010 - Eamonn proposes to Ruth while at the Cheltenham Races, after asking Ruth's mother for her hand. June 2010 - Eamonn and Ruth marry at Elvetham Hall, Hampshire. 2016 - Eamonn undergoes a double hip replacement in the first of many health battles. June 2019 - On This Morning, Ruth and Eamonn say the secret to their happy marriage. Eamonn credits "compromise, consideration and lots of conjugal," while Ruth said it was "laughter and an equal marriage". November 2020 - Ruth and Eamonn are replaced on their regular Friday slot by Alison Hammond and Dermot O'Leary in a 'show shake-up'. December 202 1 - After a year of being moved to the bank holiday presenting slot, both Eamonn and Ruth left This Morning. January 2022 - Eamonn debuted on GB News, while Ruth stayed with ITV in her long-standing role on Loose Women. September 2022 - Eamonn undergoes spinal surgery after years of back issues including a trapped sciatic nerve. November 2022 - Eamonn falls down the stairs of his Surrey home with Ruth and breaks his shoulder, requiring a new operation. September 2023 - Eamonn has a spine and neck stretching procedure as part of his year-long recovery. May 2024 - Ruth and Eamonn announce they have split after 14 years of marriage and a 27-year relationship. September 2024 - Eamonn was spotted on a luxury holiday in Barcelona with his new girlfriend Katie Alexander. Ruth calls in a 'fierce' divorce lawyer. It would have been Eamonn and Katie's first red carpet event together. Eamonn joined his GB News Breakfast Show co-stars on stage in his wheelchair as they collected the award for Best News Programme. Katie has since shared a photo of the team to congratulate them, writing: "Winner winner chicken dinner!" Katie is a relationship counsellor and family support worker from Yorkshire. The pair reportedly grew close earlier this year, with sources saying she has been a 'pillar of strength' during Eamonn's ongoing health battles and split from wife Ruth Langsford. Eamonn and Ruth called it quits after 14 years of marriage. The former couple, who share son Jack, are now in the midst of divorce and a Following his split, in mid-2024 . 5 Katie Alexander has revealed why she missed the TRIC Awards Credit: instagram/ @katster32 5 Katie congratulated Eamonn and the team after they won Best News Programme Credit: instagram/ @katster32 5 Katie began dating Eamonn last year Credit: instagram/@katster32
Daily Express
27-06-2025
- Daily Express
Letting premises used as brothel: Man charged
Published on: Friday, June 27, 2025 Published on: Fri, Jun 27, 2025 By: Cynthia D Baga Text Size: He was charged under Section 373(1)(a) of the Penal Code which provides for a jail term of up to 15 years, and fine, on conviction. Kota Kinabalu: A 48-year-old man was charged with allowing a premises under his control to be a brothel. However, no plea was recorded from Darel Woo Kok Phin after the charge was read before Court Registrar Rita Kunsoi, Thursday. Woo is accused of permitting the Bao Zu Lin Reflexology premises, which is under his care, to be used for the purpose of exploitation a woman for prostitution. The offence allegedly took place at 10pm on June 19 this year in Menara MAA Lorong Api-Api Phase, here. He was charged under Section 373(1)(a) of the Penal Code which provides for a jail term of up to 15 years, and fine, on conviction. The court set July 3 this year for mention to record Woo's plea and he was ordered remanded further pending the date. Deputy Public Prosecutor (DPP) Bryan Francis appeared for the prosecution while Woo was not represented. In a related case, a Vietnamese woman pleaded guilty to soliciting for purpose of prostitution at the premises under Woo's control. Thi Hong Dang, 30, made the plea after the charge was read in Vietnam language, before Magistrate Wan Farrah Farriza Wan Ghazali, via Zoom on Thursday. However, Thi's sentencing was deferred to July 1 and no bail was offered to her pending the date. This is accused of committing the offence at the same place and time as Woo. The offence, under Section 372B of the Penal Code, provides for a jail term of up to a year, or fine, or both, on conviction. DPP Akaash Singh prosecuted the case while Thi was not represented. * 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
Sydney Morning Herald
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Sydney Morning Herald
‘I'd be cruel': Thi tried to push J.Y. away, then the reason came out
I still find social situations tiring, but I have a different energy reserve for Thi. When she's around, I calm down. She's the only one who has that impact on me. I hope it's the same for her. Thi: J.Y. saw that I was a chef and messaged me online. She had a list of restaurants she wanted to hit: they were pretty good, so we started as dining buddies. My housemate said, 'J.Y. is everything you want in a person: smart, strong, grounded.' Our relationship blossomed; I fell in love. We could have conversations about anything. I'd always had to be independent, but I found someone who challenged me. I wanted to be a better person, not just for myself but for the relationship. I come from a family where you don't talk about emotions. It's a lot to move from 'Thi, my partner, who's a chef' to 'Thi, who's head chef and my business partner'. She saw a whole other side of me and she was shocked. For me, everything was about the restaurant: the relationship came second. My upbringing was so repressed that I thought I was OK, but as we felt the pressure of running a business, I started to unravel. I tried to push J.Y. away because I knew she deserved better. I'd be cruel, hoping she'd go. But she stayed. I don't remember the exact point I told her about being abused. I would've been triggered by something, lashed out, and with J.Y. being so calm and wanting to talk, it would've come out. I remember sitting on the plane to Sydney, watching a father pick up a little girl, probably his daughter, to go into the toilet. I shut down. I became really cold to J.Y. My brain was working overtime: what's happening in there? 'I said, 'I'm thinking about working in Antarctica for six months.' She's like, 'Go. I'll be here.' ' Thi Le I knew my partner shouldn't be the punching bag. In 2019, I said, 'Either we break up or we find a way to work through this together.' I booked a random trip to Corsica and we went on a hike. I remember being on a mountain looking into a valley. We couldn't see a single person. I thought, 'I'm this little speck. Wow! There's so much to see. And I'm with an amazing person: I actually want to do this.' There was a point in my life where I didn't want to be on this earth any more; it was easier to go to sleep. That was the turning point. I started taking on creative hobbies. I severely decluttered. Now she sees a different side of me, happier and calmer. Loading Writing a book about Vietnamese cuisine made me anxious because my upbringing was sad, not the typical chef story of grandmas and sunshine. I was burnt out, I couldn't think. I'd open The Age and, every day, some woman was either being killed or beaten. It made me think that I should tell my story. If our book, Viet Kieu [ out now ], helps one person, it's worth it. It scares me to think about my life without J.Y. – would I still be here? I'm the luckiest person. I said to her, 'I'm thinking about working in Antarctica for six months.' She's like, 'Go. I'll be here.' I trust her with my life. And when she's in the dining room and she talks about my food, I think, 'Oh, my god, she understands me.' She says if the restaurant shuts tomorrow and we've got a huge debt, nothing matters as long as we're together.
