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Daily Express
6 days ago
- General
- Daily Express
Uncovered hole: Pan Borneo contractor taken to task over
Published on: Wednesday, June 04, 2025 Published on: Wed, Jun 04, 2025 By: Ahmad Apong Text Size: Yusof visiting the site of an uncovered hole where a motorcyclist broke his arm in a crash. SIPITANG: A Pan Borneo Highway contractor came under fire for alleged negligence after a motorcyclist was injured in a late-night crash due to an uncovered hole along a section under construction in Kampung Naluyan. Qhazanah Sabah Berhad Chairman cum Sindumin Assemblyman Datuk Dr Yusof Yacob expressed disappointment during a visit to the site, saying the contractor had failed to place proper barriers and warning signs. He said the incident occurred around 11.30pm on Saturday when the victim, Bakar Januddin from Kampung Lingkungan, crashed into the road work site and broke his right arm. 'The barriers were placed too far apart and left wide open, giving the impression that the road was still passable. 'There should have been proper barricades completely sealing off the hole, with warning lights, especially at night,' he said. Yusof said such incidents could be avoided if contractors carried out their duties responsibly. 'We want a win-win situation between the public and contractors. The safety of road users must be the top priority,' he said. * 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
29-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Graduates encouraged to explore entrepreneurship, agriculture
Published on: Thursday, May 29, 2025 Published on: Thu, May 29, 2025 Text Size: KOTA KINABALU: Graduates are urged to pursue careers in entrepreneurship and agriculture to become more self-reliant and competitive, says Qhazanah Sabah Berhad Chairman Datuk Dr Yusof Yacob. He said graduates should move beyond the mindset of salaried jobs and use their skills to create businesses, especially in modern farming and digital entrepreneurship. Dr Yusof highlighted government support like Agropreneur Muda and startup grants, and called on universities to strengthen entrepreneurship education and industry ties to better prepare students for the job market. * Read full report in tomorrow's print paper or log in or sign up for e-paper and premium online news access. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
The Star
22-05-2025
- The Star
Beggars line KL's busy streets
KUALA LUMPUR: The popular malls of Kuala Lumpur buzz with activity, as people mingle with tourists soaking in the capital's sights. Yet amidst this vibrant scene, a stark contrast emerges: individuals in shabby attire line the sidewalks, some asleep by the roadside, others loitering unkempt. The beggar issue in Kuala Lumpur is hard to miss. In the bustling Bukit Bintang area, some beggars sell tissues, while others silently extend plastic cups to passing tourists and locals alike. 'These people arrive around 10am and sit there throughout the day,' said a restaurant worker. 'They don't really disturb anyone but just linger in front of the shops,' added a man, who wanted to be known as Ahmad. 'They often remain in the area until late at night.' When it drizzled, the vagrants left but returned as soon as the weather cleared. One had a box of medication, while another was with a child and a stroller. In the Masjid Jamek area, several sat along the road selling mostly textiles. 'They usually move around. Yesterday, we saw a man sitting next to our shop but today, it's a woman with a child,' said a shopkeeper who identified himself as Yusof. Raju, a roadside vendor, said he often sees them shift closer to the shopping mall later in the day. 'During the afternoon, they are usually lined up along the roadside but when it's cooler in the day, they will sit near the shopping mall walkways instead,' he said. In Petaling Street, a woman and child were seen sitting at the intersection, asking for alms. The toddler slept in the woman's arms as she held a plastic cup filled with small change, with a nearby plastic bag containing RM1 notes. A passer-by who stopped to give money said she could not stand seeing people in such conditions. 'Regardless if it's legitimate or not, it's really sad to see. The least I could do is give some money so she can buy a meal,' said the woman who declined to be named. According to Welfare Department statistics, 1,184 operations were carried out nationwide last year, with the highest number in Selangor (187), Penang (179), Perak (158) and Johor (118). These included joint, scheduled and ad-hoc operations. In January this year, 92 operations were conducted nationwide.
The Sun
15-05-2025
- The Sun
Motorcyclist killed after crashing into cow in Kota Tinggi
KOTA TINGGI: A motorcyclist died after crashing into a cow at Kilometre 5 of Jalan Lok Heng-Mawai here early this morning. Kota Tinggi district police chief Supt Yusof Othman said they received information about the incident involving the 49-year-old victim at about 1 am. He said the victim was travelling on a Honda RS150 motorcycle from Bandar Penawar towards Felda Lok Heng. 'Upon reaching the scene, the victim failed to avoid a cow that was crossing the road and collided with the animal. 'The victim sustained serious injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene,' he said in a statement today. Yusof said the case was being investigated under Section 41 (1) of the Road Transport Act 1987.
The Sun
15-05-2025
- The Sun
Man dies in motorcycle crash with cow in Kota Tinggi
KOTA TINGGI: A motorcyclist died after crashing into a cow at Kilometre 5 of Jalan Lok Heng-Mawai here early this morning. Kota Tinggi district police chief Supt Yusof Othman said they received information about the incident involving the 49-year-old victim at about 1 am. He said the victim was travelling on a Honda RS150 motorcycle from Bandar Penawar towards Felda Lok Heng. 'Upon reaching the scene, the victim failed to avoid a cow that was crossing the road and collided with the animal. 'The victim sustained serious injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene,' he said in a statement today. Yusof said the case was being investigated under Section 41 (1) of the Road Transport Act 1987.
