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SCARE ME NOT ... Some 400
scarecrows erected for an art
exhibition standing like silent
sentinels in a field at Kota
Seribong in Kelantan yesterday.
– BERNAMAPIC

Car fire hazard

█ BY CHARLES RAMENDRAN oFrayed insulation on vehicle wiring could
[email protected] cause sparks to ignite flammable material

PETALING JAYA: Faulty or the vehicle overheats or the material comes Selangor Fire and Rescue Department
improperly installed electrical in contact with sparks. Such leaks over the director Norazam Khamis said on average,
wiring in a vehicle can send a exhaust system can also result in a fire. there is at least one case of vehicle fire in the
car up in flames in a road state each week.
crash, and with cases of cars catching “Upholstery, soundproofing material
fire in road collisions frequently and plastic components are highly As for cars that catch fire in road crashes,
reported in the news, theSun spoke to flammable and will cause fire to spread he said most of them were modified and
car experts, who shared their more rapidly. The key to avoiding such poorly maintained old vehicles, adding that
understanding of such cases. occurrences as vehicles age is regular while it is compulsory for commercial
inspection and maintenance with vehicles to be equipped with fire
Automotive technical specialist competent (professionals) at reputable extinguishers, the department encourages
K. Daneshwaran said frayed insulation workshops,” he added. private car owners to carry them in their
on the wires in a car could trigger a fire if vehicles too, in case they experience an
it comes in contact with flammable Another specialist, Yap Mun Kit, said engine fire in their vehicle or a stranger’s car.
material such as fuel, oil and other modern vehicles are more prone to fires due
to a higher number of electronic “If several drivers with small fire
plastic or rubber components. components and the compact engine extinguishers can control or put out a car
He said other factors include compartment. fire, it can save lives before the arrival of
rescue personnel,” Norazam said.
improper or illegal modifications, “In Malaysia, most car owners only take
where electronic accessories are not their vehicle to a workshop when it breaks On Saturday, insurance agent Redzuan
wired safely and become a fire down. Very few owners do preventive Jamil could only watch in horror as flames
hazard. maintenance, or are meticulous enough to engulfed his car and killed his wife Nurul
detect dangerous defects like a leaking fuel Nazihah Kamalul Arifin after a four-vehicle
“Snipped wires reconnected with line or loose electrical wires. crash on the North-South Expressway near
low-quality insulation material and Sedenak, Johor.
routed through or along upholstery “Just like living things, vehicle
or fuel lines leave a car at risk of components have a lifespan and many Passing motorists managed to save
catching fire. need to be replaced after some time,” he 28-year-old Redzuan from the wreck but
“When the insulation wears off and told theSun. Nurul, who was also aged 28, was trapped in
an exposed live wire or cable brushes on her seat and burnt to death.
metal, it can create sparks. Often, such Yip, who works with a luxury car
work is done by incompetent (workers),” manufacturer, said while it is rare for new In another case on Aug 22, 20-year-old
said Daneshwaran, who teaches cars to catch fire as they come with Nurul Emylia Natasha Zulkifli was burnt to
automotive maintenance at higher numerous safety features, improper death when her car caught fire after
education institutions. modifications can change this and put a colliding with a lorry at Kampung Gong
He said a mild leak of engine oil or vehicle at risk. Batu in Setiu, Terengganu.
coolant fluid may appear harmless, but they
could contribute to ignition of fires when

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‘Birth certificates

‘Civil servants cannottohavenew
security features’

make public statements’PUTRAJAYA: The National

Registration Department (NRD) will
be introducing a new version of birth
certificates, which will have the latest
security features next year, said Home █ BY SURAYA ALI o They are subject to rules, regulations and Abdul Rahim said since issues
Minister Datuk Seri Hamzah [email protected] cannot complain or voice dissatisfaction against within the Malaysian education
Zainudin. PETALING JAYA: Civil servants are any ministry or govt agency, says lawyer system have been reported and
bound by rules and regulations as discussed numerous times in the
Speaking at a press conference stipulated in the Civil Servants media, it is frustrating to see the top
after launching the new design of the administration responsible for the
document in conjunction with the
National Registration Day, Hamzah (Conduct and Discipline) nation’s education system still not
said the latest security features will Regulations 1993, and are not realising their shortcomings.
include a watermark to prevent allowed to openly issue public lecturer Dr Anuar Ahmad said what rules such as the Civil Servants “They have failed to see what they
forgery as well as different types of statements against any ministry or Fadli shared had been discussed (Conduct and Discipline) are missing and therefore, any
paper and ink for printing. government agency. before he posted the comments. Regulations 1993. So civil servants changes or revamps that are done
“When the document is presented Nonetheless, there are channels There was no need for him to must abide by the regulations. are superficial and do not solve the
before us, we will know whether it is and mechanisms in place for them voice his opinion via social media. There’s no exception,” she said. bigger problems,” she told theSun.
authentic or not,” he said. to voice their complaints and “Fadli is a teacher and a parent However, Asiah at the same time Azimah said she was on the
However, Hamzah added the new dissatisfaction on matters of concern whose children attend government noted that if a person is not a civil National Education Advisory
birth certificates would only be to them. schools just like most of us. He servant such as Fadli, he would Council from 2018 to 2020.
issued to children born from 2023 In a recent incident, Fadli Salleh, cannot question the system his never be aware of things that occur “We had more than 100 meetings
onwards and that existing birth a school teacher, said he was being children are in,” he said. in schools. during my time there and many
certificates can still be used and need investigated for pointing out Anuar added that Fadli’s views “A person like Fadli is needed. solutions were suggested, but I think
not be changed. weaknesses in the education system. reflected the opinions of most Insiders must dare to speak out,” she our papers are now on someone’s
The NRD in a statement said a total He alleged he could be demoted, parents whose children attend said, adding that this would provide desk and forgotten.”
of 38 NRD documents, which include or lose his job, due to his posts and public schools and that the matter some checks and balances, and only She added that with the current
birth and marriage certificates, will be comments on social media, where was not something new or unknown then can improvements situation and claims by teachers that
upgraded starting next year, he wrote about weaknesses in the to the public. be made. they had to lie about students’
especially in terms of security education system without naming Meanwhile, lawyer Asiah Abd “For the benefit of our school assessments, the country is heading
features, to maintain the authenticity any individual or department Jalil said: “If you want to speak children and future generations in towards a disastrous future.
of the documents. – Bernama responsible for it. openly, don’t be a civil servant and in this country, Fadli has my support,” “The unmasking of such
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia this case, an Education Ministry she said. incidents dampens students’
Community Education and school teacher. When you are a civil Parent Action Group for motivation and provides false hope,”
Accommodation Well-being Research Centre senior servant, you are subject to many Education president Datin Azimah Azimah said.

issue at university Stats Dept to
resolved carry out study
for CPI review
ALOR STAR: The issue of
accommodation at Universiti Utara
Malaysia (UUM) involving over 17,000 KUALA LUMPUR: The Department
students at its student hostel (Inasis) of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM) is
has been resolved before lectures carrying out a study on income
begin this week. patterns and basic facilities, which
UUM vice-chancellor Prof Dr Haim are important elements in the review
Hilman Abdullah said in a statement of the Consumer Price Index (CPI)
yesterday that arrangements for the that will be held next year and give a
accommodation of returning students true picture of the country’s inflation
in their second semester or later, rate, said chief statistician Datuk Seri
were done as soon as 4,106 first Mohd Uzir Mahidin.
semester, 2022/23 session students Mohd Uzir said the income
finished checking in at Inasis pattern study will have an impact on
on Oct 11. the relative propriety of an item or
“The university management element in the CPI.
always ensures that students’ needs “From there we will also see
can be met so that they can learn in a whether the item is in the basket of
conducive atmosphere,” he said, goods and the weight of the item
adding that accommodation had involved, whether to increase or
been allocated to all 17,708 students. decrease it. This is influenced by
UUM has 15 residential colleges income and expenditure which are
known as Inasis while providing linked to each other,” he told a
additional accommodation at several media briefing in conjunction with
housing areas and university houses Hari Statistik Negara (MyStats Day)
within the university campus. on Oct 20.
Previously, claims that about 1,000 Malaysia’s inflation, as measured
UUM students had failed to secure by the CPI, is projected to increase but
accommodation before the start of remain relatively contained between
their study session went viral on OFFICIAL VOWS ... Home Minister Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin solemnising a marriage during a ceremony at 2.5% and 3.5% in 2022 compared with
social media. – Bernama the National Registration Department in Putrajaya yesterday. – BERNAMAPIC 2.5% in 2021.

Earlier, economists suggested the
country’s CPI should be reviewed
Govt agrees to write off Felcra participants’ debts since food prices continue to rise
and the CPI does not reflect the real
cost of living.
Malaysia’s CPI is reported to be
TAPAH: The government yesterday projects. If the yields are low, how RM181.5 million. rural land. lower than countries such as India, the
agreed to write off the debts of can they pay their debts,” he said at “Payments will be disbursed in For Risda smallholders, Ismail US, the UK and Singapore which are at
Felcra Bhd participants and a programme with Felcra stages from today,” he said. Sabri said assistance in the form of 7.04%, 8.6%, 9.1% and 5.6%
disburse payment amounting to participants, Risda smallholders The prime minister said he was a one-off grant amounting to respectively.
RM181.5 million in 2/2022 interim and Orang Asli at Arena Merdeka happy that Felcra Bhd managed to RM15,000, with RM10,000 for the According to the 2019 DOSM
profit distribution for its yesterday. maintain its good performance purchase of equipment and Household Expenditure Survey
participants, announced Prime However, Ismail Sabri said when it recorded an increase of RM5,000 for training purposes, had Report, the B40 have allocated more
Minister Datuk Seri Ismail matters pertaining to the almost RM51 million or 38.1% (in been provided for youths. of their income on food and
Sabri Yaakob. cancellation of the debts required it profit) compared with last year’s The government has also beverage items compared with the
He said he was informed that to be brought to the Cabinet performance. approved RM191 million in M40 at 18% and the T20 at 12.6%,
the Felcra board of directors had meeting for approval. “This proves the efficiency of the monsoon aid of RM600 each to be and with the increase in food price
approved the proposal to request He expressed hope that it could Keluarga Malaysia government in distributed this November and inflation in recent months, the B40
the government to write off the be submitted to the Cabinet after its governance of the country’s December for 232,319 Risda may have spent more than 50% of
outstanding debts of Felcra the 15th general election. economy.” smallholders. their income on food items alone.
participants amounting to RM233.8 Meanwhile, Ismail Sabri He said Felcra had succeeded in Ismail Sabri, who used to be The middle to upper M40 is also
million for less viable projects. announced that a total of 74,949 developing abandoned and less rural and regional development a vulnerable income group as their
“As of December 2021, a total of Felcra participants nationwide will viable land into estates owned by minister, said Risda was allocated spending patterns are comparable
323 projects involving 22,173ha receive the 2/2022 interim participants, and congratulated the RM3.019 billion under the 12th to the B40 in relation to food
have been identified as less viable distributable profits amounting to agency for raising the value of Malaysia Plan. – Bernama consumption. – Bernama

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Be wary of fake news on Sabah, public told

KOTA KINABALU: News being said the information was actually that it could cause public anxiety. for a GRS (Gabungan Rakyat Sabah) Barisan Nasional (BN), which have
widely shared on social media stating based on a news report after the 16th “I received several calls and event.” 53 seats in the state assembly, while
that Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Sabah State Election in 2020, but the the Opposition has 25 seats.
Hajiji Noor and his deputy Datuk Seri date of the report was omitted, messages questioning the validity of As a result of the fake news,
Bung Moktar Radin had met the Yang believed to be a deliberate move to the news. questions were raised on the status Jaafar urged the public not to be
Dipertua Negeri Tun Juhar mislead the public. of the state assembly following deceived by the fake news, that was
Mahiruddin at 2.30pm on Sunday is “I had breakfast with Bung rumours that some members from being used by opposition
false, said Bung Moktar’s press He said the edited information Moktar at his residence before GRS would be following the move by cybertroopers to create disunity
secretary Jaafar Abd Wahid. was spread by irresponsible sending him in the afternoon to the Bandau assemblyman Datuk among government supporters,
individuals to heat up the upcoming Kota Kinabalu International Airport Wetrom Bahanda to leave the party. especially in GRS and BN, during the
In a statement yesterday, Jaafar 15th general election (GE15), adding to catch a flight to Kuala Lumpur. The run-up to GE15. – Bernama
chief minister was in Kota Marudu Sabah is administered by GRS and

N. Sembilan nod
for anti-party
hopping law

SEREMBAN: The state assembly here
yesterday passed the Negeri
Sembilan Constitution
(Amendment) Bill to enable the
implementation of the Anti-Party
Hopping Enactment in the state.
The motion on the amendment
was tabled by Mentri Besar Datuk
Seri Aminuddin Harun and was
unanimously supported by members
of the house during the special
sitting.
When tabling the bill, Aminuddin
said its purpose was to amend and
abolish existing provisions and insert
a new clause in the state constitution
to create a provision prohibiting
members of the house from changing
Although there is no lack of parties.
visitors browsing the wares on “The state government views
display, traders are saying seriously the act of switching parties,
shoppers are showing a level of which has caused a lot of debate in
prudence never seen before. society. This is because it involves the
– ADIB RAWI YAHYA/THESUN mandate and trust of the people who
elect their representatives in the state
assembly,” he said.
Earlier, Anthony Loke (Chennah-
Muted Deepavali spending PH) said the Bill would ensure
stability after an election, as well as
regain the confidence of voters who
were seen to have lost faith in the
country’s political system.
“If there is no such law, voters feel
█ BY ASHIQIN ARIFFIN o Little India traders say shoppers now more “There is just one more week that there is no point in them going to
[email protected] reserved than pre-pandemic days, with sales before Deepavali and I think the the polls because after voting, the
KUALA LUMPUR: With just a week down by as much as 70% crowd is growing as the celebration elected representatives change their
to Deepavali, traders at Little India in draws closer,” he said. stories and jump parties, which
Brickfields are complaining that makes voters sick of politicians.
sales are slow and shoppers are not Sindhu Ramesh, 29, a beautician “All politicians must try to correct
spending as much as they usually who came to Kuala Lumpur from the system to restore the confidence
would, despite it being a post- Johor Baru, said she is going all-out of the people. Let us have dignity. Win
pandemic period. Sasitharan said there is also a years due to the pandemic. “I sell to celebrate this year. or not, it is determined by the people,”
change in customer behaviour, lehenga (a traditional North Indian Loke said.
While shoppers are present in attributing it to uncertainties in the outfit), sarees, Punjabi suits, “I am very excited about the Rantau assemblyman Datuk Seri
numbers to get items in preparation economy and the falling ringgit sherwani and other clothing items. coming celebration as I will be with Mohamad Hasan said it was
for Deepavali on Oct 24, many are value, that made the price of gold But now, my shop is forced to offer my in-laws in Kuala Lumpur, after important for the Bill to be
looking for bargains rather than more expensive. attractive discounts of up to 50% to spending the last two years implemented at the parliamentary
splurging on the once-a-year customers just to increase sales.” celebrating on our own in Johor. and state level to ensure the stability
Festival of Lights. “If customers spend, they do so and strength of the government and
mainly for sarees and other “But sales are much better this “It is getting quite busy, as to respect the people’s mandate.
Traders and small business traditional wear and items that are year compared with the last two everyone is rushing to complete – Bernama
owners who spoke to theSun said needed for the celebration, such as years because many people have their last-minute shopping. I am
they were increasing their sweets and cakes and prayer items,” resumed working and have some looking for clothing and some Penang CM keen
promotions to attract customers to he added. money to finally celebrate Deepavali decorative items for the house. I like to proceed with
purchase sarees, gold jewellery and in a bigger way this year. shopping here due to the variety of assembly sitting
other items traditionally popular A decorative items and textiles choices. I also get to walk around
during the celebration, such as an store manager who gave his name “However, I noticed that surveying what is on offer before GEORGE TOWN: Penang Chief
array of sweets and cookies that are only as Jahir said before Covid-19, shoppers have become a little deciding what to buy.” Minister Chow Kon Yeow yesterday
being sold under canopies along the Little India would be packed with reserved in their spending.” proposed that the state assembly
pavement. people even on weekdays. But now, Shopper Gopalan Marimuthu, sitting slated for Nov 4 be held as
it is only crowded on weekends and Kanthan Muniandi, a traditional 39, said this year’s Deepavali scheduled before it is adjourned to
Sasitharan Sundram, who public holidays. snacks and sweets seller who has celebration is an opportunity for make way for the 15th general
manages a jewellery shop, said there been setting up his booth in front of small business owners and election (GE15).
is a 60% to 70% decrease in sales “Last year, we could not operate the 7-Eleven store in Brickfields for entrepreneurs to recover from losses
compared with before the Covid-19 because of the lockdown. But now, the last 26 years, said business has incurred in the last two years. He said he would bring forth the
outbreak in 2020. although many shops are open until been good, mainly because people proposal at the State Executive
late and people are free to go out, can now go out to shop. “This is the right time for local Council meeting tomorrow.
“People are still coming to business is pretty slow this year.” entrepreneurs to rise again and get
purchase gold jewellery, but I “I started operating at the bazaar back on track after being affected by “The notice of the sitting on Nov 4
noticed that customers are more Traditional Indian attire store nine days ago and sell muruku, achu Covid-19. Although the economic has been issued and I propose that
careful with their purchases. It manager R. Subramoniam said he is muruku, halva, pakkoda and other situation is still bad, shoppers like the sitting be held with a question-
seems like they have set a limit on looking on the bright side and snacks. So far, it has been good. me are managing somehow. We are and-answer session before it is
how much to spend.” praying his business would return to Things are slowly going back to still shopping for Deepavali, adjourned to a later date, subject to
normal, after struggling the last two pre-pandemic days. although not as much as before the the date of polling.
pandemic,” he said.
“The next state assembly sitting,
Shafie undecided on seat to contest including the tabling of the state
budget, should be postponed until
KOTA KINABALU: Parti Warisan considerations to be made before a decision. We will see when the 20,674 votes. after GE15,” he told a press
(Warisan) president Datuk Seri deciding to defend the Semporna time comes,” he said after launching There has been speculation that conference yesterday. – Bernama
Mohd Shafie Apdal is still undecided parliamentary seat, that he has held the Putatan Warisan GE15
over which seat he is going to contest since GE9 in 1995 when he was with machinery here on Sunday. he would contest the Lahad Datu
in the upcoming 15th general Umno, and subsequently with parliamentary seat in GE15 against
election (GE15). Warisan in GE14. In GE14, Mohd Shafie defended its incumbent Datuk Mohamaddin
the Semporna parliamentary Ketapi who quit Warisan in October
He said there were several “I’m not sure yet. I haven’t made seat and obtained a majority of last year. – Bernama

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MILITARY
TRADITION ...
Sultan of Kedah Al
Aminul Karim Sultan
Sallehuddin Ibni
Almarhum Sultan
Badlishah, as the
Colonel President of
the Royal Malay
Regiment, completing
a ceremony yesterday
for the exchange of
flags at Camp Perdana
in Sungai Besi, Kuala
Lumpur.
– BERNAMAPIC

Need to fill ‘voids’ to Mental health
overcome teen issues talk draws
1,000 educators
o NGOs should step in to educate youths on how to through webinars during the movement
cope with challenges such as mental and sexual health control order to teenagers, parents, teachers ISKANDAR PUTERI: More than 1,000
problems, says expert and caregivers. counsellors from secondary and primary
schools, as well as private education
█ BY ELLY FAZANIZA This situation arises because many in “We had reached out to 1,000 teenagers and institutions in Johor, attended the Mental
[email protected] marginalised communities are ignorant of adults. Now, we hope to reach 10,000 people by Health Awareness Counselling Conference,
KUALA LUMPUR: While the government’s their reproductive rights and sexual health, next year through physical workshops in aimed at equipping educators with skills and
efforts to introduce topics on mental health and therefore suffer the consequences, the schools and seminars,” she said. tools to guide students to recognise early
and reproduction to youths are to be lauded, ministry said. signs of a mental health issues.
gaps remain, according to experts. She cited a case at her clinic where a
According to the Malaysian Health and pregnant 16-year-old came with a friend for Educity operations director Prof Dr
Family physician Dr Inthirani Kumar said Morbidity Survey in 2017, one in five teenagers advice, including the possibility of terminating Sakina Sofia Baharom said the programme,
this is because some teenagers are still not in Malaysia was depressed, two out of five the pregnancy. in collaboration with the Johor State
comfortable talking about these issues with suffered from anxiety and one in 10 was Education Department, will also provide
their parents or guardians on topics such as stressed. The survey also found that at least Stressing that the girl’s pregnancy was intervention guidance for severe mental
stress, bullying, peer pressure, depression and one in 10 young people, or 10% of the 5.5 beyond three months and the fact that health problems.
underage pregnancy. million youths in Malaysia, had suicidal abortion is illegal, Inthirani was alarmed when
thoughts. the girl’s friend admitted to having abortions She added the two-day conference was
They, instead, seek advice from friends or twice. held in conjunction with the Mental Health
search for answers online. “Teenagers aren’t able to make good Awareness month.
decisions due to peer pressure or lack of “We cannot be judgmental when seeing
As a result, social and health problems, support from parents. patients, but in this instance, we need to tell The conference included workshops,
such as unplanned pregnancies, abandoned them how dangerous it can be. They don’t lectures, and forums by experts from private
newborns and sexually transmitted diseases “Hence there is a need for understand the implications. Thus, our and government institutions.
continue to be a problem in Malaysian society, NGOs to help and facilitate the process,” programmes address these problems, and we
she said. Inthirani said at the launch of a programme tweak them according to the audience’s age.” “It is also to create awareness on how to
that aims to educate and help teenagers cope deal with mental health problems. I think
She added they are further exacerbated by with challenges they face in their growing-up She said the “SICB Teenage Survival Kit” is after Covid-19, even teachers do not have the
limited formal sex education in schools. years. an extension of its online programme. opportunity to discuss problems with
students face-to- face.
According to orphancare.org, the Health Inthirani, who is also the Soroptimist “The kit has four modules. Teen sexuality
Ministry noted that an average of about 18,000 International Club of Bangsar (SICB) covers sexual diseases, child marriages, “EduCity is an education centre that also
teenage girls in Malaysia get pregnant each president, said the programme, which initially teenage pregnancy and underage sex. The plays a role in providing a platform for
year, while 25% of them are pregnant out of came about in 2021, had been awarded a total remaining are on teen personal safety which educators,” she said at a press conference
wedlock, and becoming unmarried mothers. of A$10,000 (RM30,000). highlights cybersafety, while teen health yesterday. Also present was the department
touches on healthy lifestyle and addressing director Md Said Daimon.
The remaining 75% are married teenagers. “The programme had been delivered suicidal tendencies.
Md Said said the conference would not
“Teen empowerment is on a person’s only benefit the teachers but also the 582,153
character development and to build self- students in the state. – Bernama
confidence,” she said.
Retiree’s chilli-based
Further information is available on products a hot seller
www.soroptimistinternationalbangsar.org.
MALACCA: It has only been a year since she
New Covid-19 cases up by 8.5%: Health DG became a sambal (chilli condiment)
KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 11,957 new entrepreneur, but Rohana Mohd Isa, 62,
Covid-19 cases were recorded during the 41st The number of deaths in the 41st epi week patients increased by 16.7%. better known as Cikgu Ana, has managed to
Epidemiological Week (epi week) from Oct 9 dropped 29.2% from 24 cases to 17, while the There was no change in the percentage of produce more than 50 chilli-based products
to Oct 15, said Health Ministry Director- number of recoveries fell 13.2% to 11,180 such as cooking paste, sambal, sauces and
General Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah. cases from 12,882 in the 40th epi week. Covid-19 bed occupancy in the 41st epi week acar (pickles) since October 2020.
compared with the previous week for
New cases in the 41st epi week increased Noor Hisham said the daily average of non-critical beds, while intensive care unit A retired Home Science teacher, Cikgu
by 8.5%, compared with 11,018 recorded in active cases for the 41st epi week was 22,725, beds saw a 2% drop. Ana said previously, she ran a catering and
the previous week. down 3% from the earlier week. bakery business but had to switch to selling
There is still no active low-risk Covid-19 sambal products due to the constraints of
“The number of local cases went up by He added the total number of Covid-19 quarantine and treatment centre beds. the movement control order at the height of
8.5% to 11,916 compared with 10,987 (the patient admissions to health facilities the Covid-19 pandemic.
week before),” he said in a statement including hospitals and low-risk Covid-19 He said from Jan 25, 2020 to Oct 8 this year,
yesterday. quarantine and treatment centres per 100,000 a cumulative total of 4,865,480 new cases “So far, we have been catering for the
population showed no change in the 41st epi were recorded and 4,805,200 recovery cases domestic market but the demand is very
Noor Hisham added the number of week compared with the 40th epi week. logged. encouraging from foreign customers as
imported cases in the 41st epi week also well,” she said yesterday.
increased by 32.3% with 41 cases recorded He said the number of categories one and The cumulative death cases recorded for
compared with 31 in the 40th epi week. two patient admissions did not change but the same period were 36,415 cases, while the The mother of five said all her halal-
the number of categories three, four and five total cumulative clusters is at 7,085. certified products were produced at a
factory R.M.I Industries in Jalan Tulang
Eight clusters are still active. – Bernama Daing, Masjid Tanah, Alor Gajah. – Bernama

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Marine Dept Objection to review bid
receives ferry
safety video

MERSING: The Malaysian Maritime

by Bung Moktar, wifeEnforcementAgencyyesterdayhanded
a video on the safety of ferry passengers
to the Malaysian Marine Department.
Mersing Maritime Zone director
Comm Khairul Nizam Misran said the KUALA LUMPUR: The o DPP says application to challenge sessions had erred in law and fact in ruling
three-minute video contained tips and prosecution in Datuk Seri Bung that the prosecution had proved
guidance for ferry passengers to follow Moktar Radin and his wife Datin court decision should not have been filed that they had received bribes from
in the event of an emergency. Seri Zizie Izette Abdul Samad’s through notice of motion two investment agents who were
corruption case yesterday objected key witnesses in the case.
The video also includes information to the couple’s applications for a
on the importance of wearing life On May 3, 2019, Bung Moktar
jackets, the use of life rafts and other review of a sessions court decision was charged with two counts of
emergency equipment. ordering them to enter their accepting bribes amounting to
“We distributed leaflets and safety defence. Lawyer M. Athimulan, Lawrence Sequerah allowed the RM2.2 million and RM262,500 as
stickers with the Johor Baru Maritime DPP Law Chin How told the representing Bung Moktar, said the application by Bung Moktar, 64, and inducement to obtain Felcra’s
Rescue Sub-centre emergency number court that the prosecution had court has the discretion to review Zizie Izette, 44, to postpone their approval to invest RM150 million in
on it to ferry operators and passengers,” submitted a preliminary objection decisions under sections 31 and 35 trial at the sessions court after the Public Mutual unit trusts.
he said in a statement yesterday. on the grounds that the application of the Courts of Judicature Act, couple filed a notice of motion to He was charged with accepting
He advised members of the should not have been filed through adding that there are three methods review and set aside the decision of bribes from Public Mutual agent
maritime community to prioritise their a notice of motion. based on previous court decisions the sessions court judge on Sept 2. Madhi Abdul Hamid through Zizie
safety, check the weather forecast and He said the method of filing the that are used in review applications, The Kinabatangan MP and his Izette at the Taman Melawati Public
carry the necessary emergency notice of motion by the couple was among them is where the court can wife filed separate review Bank branch between 12.30pm and
equipment with them when heading wrong and contrary to sections 35 call for the record of the applications on Sept 19, asking the 5pm on June 12, 2015.
out to sea. – Bernama and 36 of the Courts of Judicature proceedings to be reviewed. High Court to call for and examine Bung Moktar was also charged
Act 1964, read together with High Court Judicial the records of the proceedings in with accepting a cash bribe of
sections 325 and 326 of the Criminal Commissioner Datuk Azhar Abdul the sessions court, which heard RM337,500 from Unit Amanah
Procedure Code. Hamid then set Nov 11 to hear the their case and ordered them to consultant Norhaili Ahmad
Petronas donates “The review application should preliminary objection. enter their defence against charges Mokhtar under the name of Zizie
rescue equipment of corruption and abetment. Izette for the same reason and at the
be heard at the court’s discretion Earlier, Azhar allowed Zizie same place on June 19, 2015.
and not by a notice of motion, Izette’s application to combine her In the application, Bung
where the court has to hear the review application with that of her Mokhtar and Zizie Izette both Zizie Izette was charged with
merits without any discretion,” he husband’s after Athimulan sought an order from the High three counts of abetting her
KUALA TERENGGANU: Petroliam said, adding that the prosecution informed the court that the Court to revoke the decision of the husband in relation to accepting the
Nasional Bhd (Petronas) has donated filed preliminary objections prosecution had no objection to it. sessions court, Bernama reported. bribes at the same place, on the
four boats equipped with engines, fuel yesterday. On Sept 23, Judge Datuk Collin Both applicants said the judge same dates and times.
tanks and mobile wheels to rescue
agencies in Terengganu in preparation
for floods. Jail for Jho

Terengganu records 8,345 drug casesPetronas East Coast general manager
Mohammad Ahmad Shazly Ramli said Low, father
the company also delivered 1,000 KUALA TERENGGANU: A total cases and 8,559 arrests. arrests under the Special
disaster relief tents, 700 life jackets and of 8,345 drug-related cases were He said the increase followed Prevention Measures Act.”
7,000 raincoats, adding that the reported and 9,055 arrests were the reopening of various sectors Drugs from the cases that
contribution was from a RM25 million made between Jan 1 and Oct 15, after the movement control were to be disposed include
fund set aside to help flood victims said Terengganu deputy police order was lifted. “Pil Kuda”, cannabis, heroin, KUALA LUMPUR: Fugitive
this year. chief Datuk Wan Rukman “There were 856 cases and methamphetamine, ketum juice, businessman Low Taek Jho, or Jho
The items were handed to State Wan Hassan. 1,109 arrests for offences relating cough syrup and ecstasy pills Low, and his father, Tan Sri Larry Low
Secretary Datuk Tengku Husin Tengku He added that the figures to supply of drugs, 1,689 cases worth RM2.2 million seized Hock Peng, were yesterday sentenced
Abd Jalil following a brief ceremony showed a slight increase and 2,047 arrests for possession, as evidence in cases closed to jail for breaching the asset freezing
in Wisma Darul Iman yesterday. compared with the same period 5,644 cases involving positive between 1997 and 2022. orders, or Mareva injunctions, issued
– Bernama last year, which recorded 7,650 drug tests and 156 cases with 214 – Bernama by the court in March and April, which
required them to disclose their
whereabouts and assets.
High Court Judge Hayatul Akmal
Abdul Aziz issued a warrant of
committal after allowing an
application by 1Malaysia Development
Berhad (1MDB) counsel Siva Kumar
Kanagasabai.
Ahmad Shukri (left) 1MDB and its subsidiary Global
showing the paint
splashed on the Diversified Investment Company Ltd
front signage of (formerly known as 1MDB Global
Investments Ltd) filed the committal
the Kedah Chief application in May, after failing to
Minister’s official
receive a response from the defendants
residence at Seri in accordance with the injunction.
Speaking to reporters after the
Mentaloon in proceedings, Siva Kumar said the judge
Alor Star yesterday.
– BERNAMAPIC ordered the duo to pay RM5,000 in
costs and sentenced them to jail until
the contempt is purged.
During the proceedings, both the
father and son were unrepresented as
their lawyers had discharged
themselves last July.
On Aug 12, the court granted 1MDB
and Global Diversified Investment
Company leave to initiate contempt
proceedings against the two.
The firms obtained the ex-parte
Mareva injunction on March 15, which
was extended on April 20, when the
firms applied to freeze US$1.03 billion
(RM4.858 billion) of Low’s assets and
Kedah MB’s official residence vandalised US$401.5 million (RM1.894 billion) of
his father’s assets, which are said to be
connected to 1MDB.
ALOR STAR: Part of the gate and personnel manning the guardhouse “Preliminary investigations Pantai Johor and Alor Merah traffic Low and his father were supposed
front signage of the official residence at the residence. found two plastic bags containing lights as there are no CCTV cameras to disclose their whereabouts and
of the Kedah mentri besar in Seri “The staff on duty said nothing blue paint and two more filled with around the residence. assets within 14 days of service of the
Mentaloon was splashed with paint was amiss when he reported for red paint in the vicinity, that are The case is being investigated March 15 and April 20 orders on them,
by vandals yesterday. duty at 7am. So, we believe it must believed to have been left behind by under Section 427 of the Penal Code which they did not do. Following the
Kota Setar district police chief have happened before 9.55am the perpetrators.” for committing mischief. failure to disclose their whereabouts
ACP Ahmad Shukri Mat Akhir said because that was when he He said police would review Ahmad Shukri urged the public and assets as ordered, 1MDB and its
they received information regarding discovered the crime and made the footage from closed-circuit not to speculate on the incident. unit followed through with the
the incident at about 10am from police report. television (CCTV) cameras near the – Bernama contempt proceedings. – Bernama

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Japan premier orders probe BRIEFS THAILAND ISSUES
into Unification Church FLOOD WARNINGS

TOKYO: Japanese Prime Minister o Revelations about Moonies’ links with received more than 1,700 requests for BANGKOK: Authorities in
Fumio Kishida ordered an lawmakers helped tank govt’s approval ratings help over financial trouble and Thailand issued flash flood
investigation yesterday into the mental health problems related to the warnings for eight southern
Unification Church after the into the church under the Religious He said politicians, in turn, gained church. provinces yesterday ahead of
assassination of former premier Corporations Act. access to church members for help more rain expected this week,
Shinzo Abe in July revealed close ties with campaigns. He vowed to expand support for with areas in nearly 40% of the
between it and ruling party “I want to resolve issues related to victims. country’s provinces still
lawmakers. the church,” Kishida told parliament. Kishida said he had no personal inundated and dealing with
relationship with the church, although A government panel of experts floodwaters. The warning
Support for Kishida’s government He apologised for the fact that nearly half of LDP lawmakers have said yesterday that the dissolution of include the resort island of
has tumbled to its lowest since he many LDP members had ties to the disclosed connections since Abe’s the church should be an option Phuket, where a flash flood on
took office a year ago on growing church, which he said undermined assassination. investigators consider. Sunday disrupted transport
anger that members of his Liberal public trust in the government, and tourism businesses in
Democratic Party (LDP) did not fully adding he was “taking seriously” The party said there is no “We would swiftly consider some areas. Navy personnel in
disclose their ties to the church, allegations that the church left many organisational link to the church. requesting a court to issue a the island’s main town were
founded in South Korea in the 1950s followers impoverished, often with dissolution order if we find facts that seen carrying the elderly on
and famous for its mass weddings. their families in turmoil. Kishida wants the investigation to warrant that,” said Education and their backs through streets,
start this year but he refrained from Culture Minister Keiko Nagaoka. knee-deep in brown water.
Abe was shot during an election The church built ties with commenting on when it would end. Heavy rain and tropical storms
rally and the suspected killer said his politicians in Japan to attract The Unification Church was since last month have caused
mother was bankrupted by the followers and gain legitimacy, “The government will clarify the founded in 1954 by anti-communist flooding in 59 of Thailand’s 77
church, which critics call a cult that according to Hiroshi Yamaguchi, a situation, offer relief measures to the and self-declared messiah Sun provinces, impacting 450,000
relies on dubious fund-raising, and lawyer who has worked on cases victims and take steps to prevent a Myung Moon. homes, according to the
blamed Abe for promoting it. against it. similar situation happening again.” Interior Ministry. – Reuters
Critics have for years vilified his
Kishida instructed the Culture Kishida said the government had ministry as a dangerous cult and 92 MIGRANTS FOUND
Ministry to prepare an investigation questioned its finances and how it ‘ALMOST NAKED’
indoctrinates its followers, often
derided as “Moonies”. – Reuters ATHENS: Ninety-two migrants
were found almost naked and
WILD RIDE ... bruised after allegedly being
A man riding a forced across the Evros River
cart pulled by from Turkey into Greece,
two bulls officials said on Sunday. “The
during the migrants were found almost
Karapan Sapi naked and some of them had
bull racing visible injuries,” said Paulina
competition in Bakula, spokesman for EU
the Indonesian border agency Frontex. United
town of Nations refugee agency
Bangkalan. UNHCR tweeted that it was
– AFPPIC “deeply distressed by the
shocking reports and images
Gandhi loyalist expected to win Congress leadership race of 92 people, who were
reported to have been found
NEW DELHI: Members of India’s Rahul Gandhi and his mother Sonia. about big leaders openly supporting Bharat Jodo Yatra, or march to unite at the Greek-Turkish land
opposition Congress party voted With the next general election due Kharge. India, arrived in the district of Ballari border, stripped of their
yesterday to elect its first head in in the southern state of Karnataka. clothes”. Greek Civil Protection
nearly 25 years from outside the by 2024, Modi retains a big edge over “We are strongly supporting Minister Takis Theodorikakos
Nehru-Gandhi dynasty of leaders, the party, which dominated politics Kharge and expect he will get 80% to Kharge has said he was seeking the said many of the migrants told
with a veteran loyal to the family for decades after leading India to 90% of the votes of party delegates,” “support of the delegates to strengthen Frontex that “three Turkish
expected to win. independence from Britain in 1947, said Ajay Kumar Lallu, a Congress Congress for a better India”. army vehicles had transferred
but has recently struggled to recoup delegate from the most populous them” to the river, which acts
Results are due tomorrow in the its fortunes. state of Uttar Pradesh. Uttar Pradesh accounts for about as a natural border. The
battered party’s bid to revamp itself 1,200 of the nearly 9,000 Congress Turkish presidency denied the
after losing the last two general Party veteran Mallikarjun Kharge, “Kharge represents the ideology of delegates, most of them senior party accusation. – AFP
elections to Prime Minister Narendra 80, has the support of many the party, has the support of the members, who will vote for its
Modi’s Hindu nationalist Bharatiya members, and his 66-year-old rival senior leadership, and is likely to president, a position held by Sonia on WOMAN SHOT DEAD
Janata Party, despite the leadership of and former UN diplomat Shashi work by taking along party workers.” an interim basis since her son Rahul DURING BOAR HUNT
Tharoor has already complained resigned in July 2019. – Reuters
He was speaking as Congress’s PARIS: A British woman died
after being shot by her
companion during a wild boar
hunt in France on Sunday, in
what a prosecutor described as
a “dramatic accident”. The
67-year-old was wounded
“above the heart” and taken to
hospital in Saint-Brieuc,
Brittany, where she died
around midday, prosecutor
Nicolas Heitz said. Her
69-year-old companion was
taken into custody and a
manslaughter investigation
has been launched. While the
exact circumstances of the
shooting were still to be
established, tests on the
shooter had established that
he was not under the influence
of alcohol or drugs, said Heitz.
The hunting party had been
crossing a field in the Goudelin
area, and included around a
dozen hunters and two guests,
the prosecutor said. – AFP

Murder trial of top Indonesian cop begins

JAKARTA: The murder trial of one of wounded victim again himself to Nopriansyah Yosua Hutabarat’s head.” When Brigadier J was found dead where Brigadier J had been shot
Indonesia’s most senior police finish him off. Police were initially accused of at Ferdy’s home on July 8, police multiple times and whose body
officers started yesterday, in what is initially said another member of the showed signs of torture.
seen as a test of the accountability of “Defendant Ferdy Sambo covering up the murder before security detail had killed him after
the force after it was accused of approached the victim Nofriansyah Ferdy’s August arrest and September catching him sexually assaulting Ferdy claimed to have been taking
initially trying to cover up the crime. Yosua Hutabarat, who was lying face discharge from the force. Ferdy’s wife. a Covid-19 test at the time of the
down and still moving in pain near murder.
Ferdy Sambo, a two-star general the stairs next to the bathroom,” Intense public scrutiny is now But on Aug 9, Ferdy was arrested
and internal affairs chief for the prosecutor Sugeng Hariadi read from focusing on the outcome of a trial that on suspicion of premeditated Police did not reveal the killing for
national police, was named as a an indictment letter in the South experts say is one of the biggest murder, with his wife arrested on the three days and said CCTV footage
suspect after his bodyguard was found Jakarta district court yesterday. scandals to ever hit the police. same charge two weeks later. was not available because it was not
dead at the former’s home in July. functioning when Brigadier J died.
“Then, to make sure that he was “This is a test not only for the They could face the death penalty
He stands accused of ordering a really dead, defendant Ferdy Sambo, police but also for the attorney if found guilty. Ferdy, along with six other
subordinate to shoot Brigadier who was already wearing black gloves, general office and the court. It’s a test officers, has also been charged with
Nofriansyah Yosua Hutabarat, or grabbed a firearm and shot once for our criminal justice system,” said That followed weeks of obstruction of justice.
Brigadier J, then shooting the into the left side of the back of Ardi Manto Adiputra, deputy director speculation about what had taken
of rights group Imparsial. place inside the top officer’s home, The trial is expected to last for
weeks. – AFP

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will try to oust
NEWS WITHOUT BORDERS Truss this week’

‘Kamikaze’ drones strike Kyiv LONDON: British lawmakers will try to oust
Prime Minister Liz Truss this week despite
o Attacks show A drone approaching Downing Street’s warning that it could
Russians are desperate, for an attack in Kyiv trigger a general election, the Daily Mail
says Ukrainian official yesterday. – AFPPIC reported.

KYIV: Russia attacked the Ukrainian capital of staff Andriy Yermak said on social media. said the bloc’s foreign policy chief Josep Borrell. More than 100 members of parliament
during morning rush hour with drones “The Russians think it will help them but it Russia has accused Ukraine of hitting belonging to the governing Conservative
yesterday and shelled other cities around the Party are ready to submit letters of no
country, the second time in a week it has shows their desperation.” targets in Belgorod region near the border. confidence in Truss to Graham Brady, the
unleashed strikes across Ukraine while its There was no immediate word on casualties Pro-Russian news sources on the Telegram head of the party’s committee which
forces face setbacks on the battlefield. organises the leadership contest, the tabloid
from the blasts. social media app reported that Ukraine had reported, quoting unnamed sources.
Soldiers fired into the air trying to shoot Ukraine said the Kyiv attacks used struck Belgorod’s airport.
down drones after the blasts rocked central Britain, engulfed in a political crisis, has
Kyiv, while residents fled for shelter. Iran-made “suicide drones”, which fly to their Elsewhere yesterday, renewed Russian lost three prime ministers since it voted to
target and detonate, which Russia has shelling near the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, leave the European Union in 2016.
An anti-aircraft rocket was seen streaking increasingly deployed in recent weeks. Europe’s largest, caused it to be disconnected
into the morning sky, followed by an explosion again from Ukraine’s power grid, said The lawmakers will urge Brady to tell
and orange flames. Iran denied supplying drones to Russia. Ukrainian state energy firm Energoatom. Truss that “her time is up” or to change the
The European Union foreign ministers political party rules to allow an immediate
Reporters later saw pieces of a drone used meeting in Luxembourg may consider further The plant, which has often been shelled vote of confidence in her leadership, the
in the attack that bore the words: “For sanctions on Iran if they can establish concrete during the war, is occupied by Russian forces report said.
Belgorod” – an apparent reference to evidence that it is supplying drones to Russia, but operated by Ukrainian staff. – Agencies
Ukrainian shelling of a Russian region Brady is said to be resisting the move,
bordering Ukraine. arguing that Truss, along with newly
appointed Chancellor Jeremy Hunt, deserve
The attacks came exactly one week after a chance to set out economic strategies in a
Russia unleashed its heaviest aerial budget on Oct 31.
bombardment of Kyiv and other Ukrainian
cities since the start of the war – also during Separately, The Times reported that some
morning rush hour. lawmakers have held secret discussions on
replacing Truss with a new leader.
“All night and all morning, the enemy
terrorises the civilian population. Kamikaze Truss, who won the Conservative Party
drones and missiles are attacking all of leadership last month after promising to
Ukraine. A residential building was hit in Kyiv,” slash taxes, is fighting for her political
President Volodymyr Zelensky said on the survival after ditching key parts of the
Telegram messaging app. programme.

“The enemy can attack our cities, but it The chaos has fuelled discontent in the
won’t be able to break us. The occupiers will party, which is falling behind the opposition
get only fair punishment and condemnation of Labour Party in opinion polls.
future generations. And we will get victory.”
Ex-transport secretary Grant Shapps –
“We need more air defence systems and as who has reportedly been floated as a
soon as possible. More weapons to defend the potential successor to the premier – wrote in
sky and destroy the enemy,” Zelensky’s chief The Times that the party needed a
“competent” leader.
Iran prison fire death toll rises as protests rage
Although he did not explicitly call for her
TEHRAN: Eight prisoners died as a result of a Authorities said a prison workshop had sensitivity of those countries, igniting to go, Shapps said: “We as a party have two
fire at Evin Prison in the capital over the been set on fire “after a fight among a number the protesters.” years to get ourselves out of this hole, and it’s
weekend, Iran’s judiciary said yesterday, of prisoners convicted of financial crimes a deep hole when it comes to public
doubling the death toll from the blaze, which and theft”. US President Joe Biden and the European confidence … MPs are overwhelmingly
has increased pressure on a government Union are among those to have criticised predisposed to supporting a competent
struggling to contain mass protests. State media reported on Sunday that the Tehran’s crackdown on protesters, with the EU leader.”
first four deaths had been caused by smoke considering to impose asset freezes and travel
The death of Mahsa Amini, 22, on Sept 16 inhalation and that more than 60 had been bans on a number of Iranian officials involved. Tory grandee Malcolm Rifkind said it
while in police custody has sparked protests injured, four of them critically. was “in the national interest” for lawmakers
across the country, which the authorities have The protests sparked by Mahsa’s death have to come forward and demand her
been trying to put down by force. In a commentary, state newspaper Iran said turned into one of the boldest challenges to resignation.
counter-revolutionary forces with the help of Iran’s clerical rulers since the 1979 revolution.
The judiciary said all victims of the blaze foreign intelligence services planned the fire in Some backbenchers have been
had been held in a section of the prison order to keep international attention on Protests resumed yesterday in Yazd and discussing a joint Rishi Sunak-Penny
designated for prisoners of robbery-related the country’s unrest. several other cities. Mordaunt ticket, if they can agree which one
crimes. will step forward to become prime minister
“A review of the different dimensions of this The widely followed Tasvir1500 Twitter if Truss is forced to quit.
Evin also holds political prisoners and event indicates due to the presence of these account carried a video showing people setting
many detainees facing security charges, dual-national spies or spies who are citizens of fires in the streets and calling for the death of Allies of Defence Minister Ben Wallace
including Iranians with dual nationality. Western countries, this would attract Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali have also been canvassing support among
Khamenei. – Reuters lawmakers for him to front a possible
takeover. – The Independent/Reuters

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Get youth in action on climate change

COMMENTBy Mogesh Sababathy transformation strategy with a more
sustainable direction by focusing on
THE role of a leader in general energy transition and increasing the
is to defend the sovereignty promotion of green jobs, especially
of a country and to advance for the youth. Young people are the
progress for the well-being of most affected by climate change. The
government should seriously look at
efforts to increase youth involvement,
especially in public policy advocacy
the community. In a constitutional focused on environmental and
democracy, the choice of a leader is climate issues.
in the hands of the people, hence, all In addition, efforts should be
actions and decisions taken by the intensified to facilitate access to
government led by him must be fully information related to the
beneficial to the people. environment and policies so that the
Since the announcement of the youth are more informed and are
dissolution of Parliament on Oct 10, able to contribute to climate action
the political development in the plans at local or international levels
country has been a hot topic. It is our by using online media platforms or
responsibility as Malaysians to elect print more efficiently and
leaders who are committed to comprehensively.
ensuring the well-being of the Next, youth groups should also be
people, and not only on recognised as strategic The Youth4Climate Summit has called for youth groups to be recognised as government strategic partners.

issues concerning partners of the process with national and world However, I hope the government greenhouse gas emissions from
“Progressiveeconomic growth but government in the leaders at various levels. will develop a clear and transparent human activities have been causing
and immediatealso on environmental policy-making process, progress monitoring strategy so that the warming of global temperatures
not only to encourage Environmental governance needs the target results from the of about 1.1°C since the end of the
sustainability. the government to be to be coherent, efficient and implementation of these policies can 19th century. It also found that the
action is criticalWhile priority should more proactive but also responsive to the needs of all age be achieved to the fullest. average global temperature over the
produce young people groups and communities in next 20 years is expected to reach or
be given to who are more aware designing participatory and systemic In addition, it is hoped that this exceed 1.5°C.
implementing reforms local solutions. This is because would encourage active participation
and concerned about climate change action should involve from the public, especially industry The issue of climate change,
to limit thein the administrative environmental issues. collaboration with various parties, players and stakeholders who lead which is getting worse over time,
system, measures for including marginalised groups such climate action at multiple levels, should be taken seriously and dealt
impact ofeconomic as youths and the Orang Asli especially at grassroots level. with in the same way that the
growth This matter was community, so a more inclusive Policy-making alone is not sufficient government handled the Covid-19
should not be based highlighted at the and comprehensive decision can if the community does not have the pandemic that has been haunting
solely on gross domestic climate change Youth4Climate Summit be made. awareness and knowledge on giving people worldwide for the past
product. and efforts to held in conjunction with priority to climate change and two years.
In fact, the country’s mitigate it is the 77th United Nations The recent actions by the environmental sustainability.
economic growth must a shared General Assembly in government in addressing climate Bill Gates, in an article published
mutually support responsibility. New York last month, issues are commended. Among these The community also have a on his blog GatesNotes, stated that
environmental which I participated in are the amendment of the critical role to play in supporting the the impact of climate change may be
protection, which is in as the only Malaysian Environmental Quality Act 1974, government’s goals. One of the ways worse than the Covid-19 pandemic if
line with Agenda 21 youth representative. which increases the punishment for is by improving environmental not addressed immediately.
of the 1992 Rio environmental offences, efforts to literacy through knowledge transfer
Convention, that aims The summit, themed increase preparedness to deal with strategies. This can be done by Therefore, ahead of the 27th
to stop damage to “Powering Action”, flood disasters in the form of involving educational institutions in Conference of the United Nations
the environment by emphasised four main strengthening warning systems, playing an active role in producing a Framework Convention on Climate
promoting sustainable pillars: Youth driving building water infrastructure that is young generation who is Change, to be held in Sharm El
development. This is because the ambitions, sustainable recovery, resilient to climate disasters, knowledgeable and concerned about Sheikh, Egypt in November, I urge the
effects of climate change are non-state actors’ engagement and development of the National Water the environment as well as becoming government to prioritise the need to
becoming increasingly noticeable climate conscious society. The Sector Transformation Agenda 2040, agents in spreading awareness within address climate change.
and worrying, especially in Malaysia, summit also provided a space for implementation of the Action Plan their own communities.
following the several extreme youth activists from around the National Energy Efficiency which I want to emphasise that
weather events such as floods, world to exchange opinions, share improves the efficiency of energy use At the same time, the government progressive and immediate action is
frequent air and water pollution, experiences and knowledge on issues and management as well as the should also step up efforts to critical to limit the impact of climate
extreme temperature increases and and initiatives led by them to address drafting of a climate change Bill. All encourage these institutions through change, which is a global crisis, and
increasingly erratic weather in recent climate change, and explore these show the high level of financial incentives and facilities to efforts to mitigate it is a shared
times. These do not only result in opportunities for them to collaborate commitment of the government increase research, innovation and responsibility.
environmental degradation but also and build a global youth community towards environmental issues, community projects that are
cause the quality of life to decline, who are aware of environmental particularly in building a low-carbon more focused on environmental Mogesh Sababathy, Malaysian
resulting in the increase in issues and climate change. and resilient country through climate management. Youth Climate Advocate, Co-founder
socioeconomic disparity and It is also to support youth change mitigation and adaptation
diminished health in the community. involvement in climate action plans measures. The Sixth Assessment Report of of Project Ocean Hope,
One of the ways to address this is while fostering an inclusive the Intergovernmental Panel on PhD candidate, Universiti Putra
to have a national economic ecosystem in the decision-making Climate Change shows that
Malaysia. Comments:
[email protected]

Ensure no one left behind in mental healthcare

LETTERS psychiatric treatment from public not feel suicidal. In order to have health issues, and other aspects such create a safe environment at home
[email protected] hospitals, Pusat Mentari as well as effective suicide prevention as self-care, resiliency, problem- for their children to talk openly about
some Health Clinics with only a initiatives, we need supporting data, solving skills, healthy communication their struggles. Knowing when and
I WELCOME the government’s minimal fee. However, with the and this is why it is time we reinstate and interactions including on social where to seek professional help may
allocation of RM34 million for the public mental healthcare system the National Suicide Registry media can be imparted to school-age deter the onset of mental disorders.
setting up of the National Mental being burdened with a high volume Malaysia. Talks on this have been children. Creating awareness at
Health Centre of Excellence. This will of patients, the waiting time can be a ongoing for the last few years, and it a young age would encourage Workplace stress can be a cause
enable better management of challenge to some. is high time we act on this. Data help-seeking behaviour. for developing mental health issues.
mental healthcare programmes and collected will be useful in planning Creating a safe and mentally healthy
streamlining of efforts by the The lower income group may be effective and targeted suicide It is essential that there are working environment is paramount
government and relevant more vulnerable to mental health prevention strategies and policies. enough qualified and adequately- to an employee’s well-being.
stakeholders, including issues, due to challenges such as trained student counsellors in
NGOs. However, it is essential to also economic and financial adversity. Good mental well-being needs to schools to provide support and The government may also look
ensure that everyone who needs be cultivated from a young age. intervention to students in need. into offering incentives or subsidies
mental healthcare does not get According to the National Health Adolescence is a phase of change to companies in setting up an
left behind. and Morbidity Survey (NHMS) 2019, and adaptation, which means they Non-teaching staff should be Employee Assistance Programme.
the prevalence of depression among cannot run away from life’s equipped with basic skills in
There needs to be a long-term the B40 income group was the challenges. emotional support so that they are I applaud the recent effort by the
investment in training more mental highest at 2.7%. They may not be able to recognise students with Health Ministry in handing over
health professionals such as able to afford treatment at private NHMS 2019 found that 424,000 mental health issues. RM6.2 million in support of mental
psychiatrists, psychologists, hospitals or clinics. This is a good children experience mental health health NGOs. I hope this will be an
counsellors and social workers. reason why the government may problems. In 2021, more than 11% of Selected students can be trained annual allocation to ensure NGOs are
want to consider subsidising those people in distress who contacted to become peer supporters as some able to assist and complement the
The World Health Organisation from lower-income groups to get Befrienders KL for emotional support students find it easier to open up Health Ministry’s efforts in reaching
(WHO) recommends the ratio of one treatment in a private setting. This is were under the age of 20. And about their problems to their peers. out to the local communities.
psychiatrist for every 10,000 to minimise the waiting time, which according to WHO, half of all mental These peer supporters play an
population, but there are less could prevent their conditions from disorders begin by the age of 14, and important role in connecting For confidential and anonymous
than 500 psychiatrists in the exacerbating. three-quarters by mid-20s. Therefore, students in distress to the emotional support, please contact
country today. mental health literacy should be counselling services that are Befrienders KL at 03-7627 2929 (24
Those with mental disorders are introduced to school-age children. available at schools. hours) or [email protected]
As for now, one can get at a higher risk of dying due to
suicide. This does not mean that Knowledge of general mental Mental health awareness Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye
people without mental disorders will well-being, symptoms of mental programmes need to be developed Patron
for parents as well. Parents need to
Befrienders KL

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Honouring teachers
o PEMIMPIN GSL announces first Malaysia Teacher Prize Winner

ANUTHRA SIRISENA (from left) Veanne Chong, Design Director and Founder of Luxe Interior, and Patricia
was crowned the first- Lyon, the South East Asia Marketing Representative of Cosentino.
ever Malaysia Teacher
Prize winner, the Creating one’s dream home
localised version of the renowned
Global Teacher Prize. Anuthra Sirisena from SMJK Chung Hwa, Tenom with her trophy as the COSENTINO, the leader in the that can be implemented include light
first Malaysia Teacher Prize winner. surfaces for the world of Design and shadows to create patterns, decorative
The award, organised by Architecture, launched the brand’s shelving rack with cultural elements or
PEMIMPIN GSL with the support districts in Pedalaman Sabah. of what we – my students and I – latest innovative surfaces Dekton patterns tiles that contrast with
of YTL Foundation, recognises Cheryl Ann Fernando and have achieved together. Onirika and Kraftizen collection in modern structures,” Chong shared.
the contributions of teachers Malaysia, with an exclusive Interior
nationwide and is a part of YTL Samuel Isaiah, of PEMIMPIN “Teachers play a vital role in Design Masterclass at the Cosentino Other than design elements, it is
Foundation’s 25th Anniversary GSL, said: “Anuthra’s dedication inspiring our students to become Malaysia Showroom. Co-hosted with essential to set your own rules and plan
celebrations this year. towards the profession and in the very best they can be and I am Veanne Chong, Design Director and the space the way you want to live in,
ensuring every student in their proud to represent my fellow Founder of Luxe Interior, the from the living room and kitchen to the
The Malaysia Teacher Prize classroom achieves their full colleagues in uplifting the masterclass showcased inspirational bedroom. The living room is the face of
seeks to shine a light on the potential is admirable and one of teaching profession in Malaysia. I ways to design and adapt these your home. It represents who you are
unsung heroes who are the key factors that led her to win am also very grateful to surfaces into one’s dream home. and should be designed based on your
championing and empowering the Malaysia Teacher prize. PEMIMPIN GSL and YTL lifestyle.
the next generation of Malaysians Foundation for organising the The event saw the attendance of
– both within and beyond the We are confident that she will Malaysia Teacher Prize and lifestyle content creators, including In contrast, the flow of the space
classroom. be able to represent the prize well giving us the platform to share Crystal Swung, Venice Min, Jaymond and the durability of its furnishings for
and to showcase her efforts to the our everyday stories.” Tan and Irene Xiiao. the kitchen are the most crucial. The
As the first Malaysia Teacher larger teaching fraternity.” bedroom should have a more relaxing
Prize winner, Anuthra will be Alongside Anuthra, four other The guests were first introduced to ambience, which can be enhanced
bringing home RM50,000 in They believe that the many teachers were announced as the Cosentino’s latest complete life-cycle with dimmable lighting and a
recognition of her innovative applications received this year for Top 5 Finalists by Yang Amat carbon-neutral Dekton collection – comfortable bed and couch set.
teaching methods and impact on the Malaysia Teacher Prize are Mulia Tengku Zatashah Sultan Dekton Onirika and Kraftizen by
inspiring her students and the just the tip of the iceberg and Sharafuddin Idris Shah at the Cosentino’s South East Asia Marketing When selecting materials for one’s
wider community. there are many more amazing Malaysia Teacher Prize Award Representative, Patricia Lyon. interiors, Chong shared that she
teachers in Malaysia who work Ceremony. usually focuses on three
She was shortlisted from an tirelessly to improve the lives of After introducing the new Dekton considerations: aesthetics with
outstanding pool of over 800 their students. The Top 5 teachers later collections, guests were treated to an characteristic materials that represent
applications across Malaysia, received their prizes from DYMM exclusive design masterclass with style; functionality that adapts the
selected by an esteemed panel of Anuthra stated: “I am Yang di-Pertuan Besar Negeri Veanne Chong. She shared her space to one’s lifestyle; and
judges consisting of academics, humbled to be the inaugural Sembilan, Tuanku Muhriz ibni expertise as an interior designer and sustainability by choosing
Ministry of Education officials winner of the Malaysia Teacher Almarhum Tuanku Munawir at personal insights on the three key environmentally friendly materials
and individuals from educational Prize. When I applied for the the YTL Foundation 25th factors one should consider when without compromising quality and
and non-educational award, I never thought that I Anniversary Gala Night that same designing one’s dream home. usage.
organisations nationwide. would be receiving this evening in the presence of key
The Inaugural Malaysia recognition. stakeholders across various The first insight includes setting the Chong also showcased three
Teacher Prize Winner industries in Malaysia. overall style for one’s home based on inspirational mood boards that her
Anuthra, who teaches at SMJK “Being a teacher has always interests, hobbies, and favourite city or team at Luxe Interiors put together
Chung Hwa in Tenom, Sabah, is a been a passion and I am so proud place. She encourages taking risks and featuring Dekton Onirika and various
champion both inside of her being playful to create a home that tells materials, textures and colours to
school and outside. the story of your life to whoever steps illustrate how it can be incorporated
into your home. into the living room, kitchen and
As a chemistry teacher, she bedroom for one’s dream home.
integrates technology and “Some examples of design elements
gamification in her classroom
which contributed to her school A mood
consistently being in the Top 10 board
schools for SPM Chemistry in showcasing
Sabah. how Dekton
Trance can be
Outside of the classroom, she incorporated
is the co-founder of Tenom into the living
Innovation Centre (TIC), a room.
makerspace which has trained
over 2000 teachers and students
from rural schools in robotics and
coding.

As the proud winner of the
inaugural Malaysia Teacher
Prize, Anuthra hopes to utilise
the prize money to expand TIC
and build a ‘Pedalaman Makers-
Hub’ which will connect four

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26.9 Retail 405.4 395.5 9.9

24.8 Foreign 342.4 395.9 -53.5

100.0 1488.9 1488.9 0 3.80 23.86 25.21 12.96 314.97 162.07 7.16 94.40
KLCI STI HANG SENG SCI NIKKEI TSEC KOSPI S&P/ASX200
Preliminary stats (excluding trade amendments). For final data, please refer to www.bursamalaysia.com 1,386.27 3,084.94 26,775.79 12,966.05 2,219.71
Source: Bursa Malaysia 3,015.75 16,612.90 6,664.40

KL MARKET SUMMARY KWAP: Emulate pension
October 17, 2022

INDICES 9,864.06 CHANGE +5.74 system in Nordic countries
FBMEMAS
FBMKLCI 1,386.27 +3.80
CONSUMER PRODUCTS 545.83 +0.01
INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS 169.55 -0.33
CONSTRUCTION 145.32 -3.12
FINANCIAL SERVICES 15,915.90 +42.42
ENERGY 665.04 -3.65
TELECOMMUNICATIONS 542.44 -3.46 at the overall ecosystem well. And that’s towards sustainability.
HEALTH CARE 1,612.58 +52.85 o Retirment fund looking exactly what we intend to do,” she said “As long as they have a plan, their
TRANSPORTATION 786.56 +1.25 to invest in companies during the MIDF conversation with
PROPERTY 601.27 +1.49 that embrace ESG factors, group managing director Datuk Charon journey, depending on the industry, and
PLANTATION 6,405.46 -16.41 urges Malaysian pension Wardini Mokhzani yesterday. each industry will have their own kind of
FBMSHA 9,853.14 -1.65 ecosystemtodoso too preferred journey,” she said.
FBMACE 4,681.77 +29.67 KWAP said it is closely looking to
TECHNOLOGY 56.58 -0.32 █ BY HAYATUN RAZAK invest in companies that embrace KWAP is also looking at the banking
[email protected] environmental, social, and governance industry as it provides returns on
TURNOVER VALUE PETALING JAYA: The Retirement Fund (ESG) factors. dividends of 6-7%.
1.976 BIL RM1.488 BIL (Inc) (KWAP) wants Malaysia’s pension
ecosystem to emulate the pension “If I look at the Nordic countries in “With the market being very volatile,
5 MOST ACTIVES system of the Nordic countries. general, it will be their move towards any company that can offer 7%, which is
October 17, 2022 ESG factors (to emulate). For the even higher than what we are targeting,
KWAP CEO Nik Amlizan Mohamed domestic market, we are interested in 6% per annum. It is an opportunity that
STOCK VOL CLSG (sen) +/– (sen) said a recent study done by Mercer CFA anything to do with impact investing we’ll be looking closely,” she said.
SUNVIEW 12,757,100 46.0 +17.0 Institute Global Pension Index found approaches such as food securities,
TOPGLOV 11,045,300 74.0 +5.0 that only three countries achieved “A” in renewable energy and investments in Currently, 80% of KWAP’s investments
HSI-CJW 65,964,200 6.5 +1.0 their pension system – Iceland, the retirement-related services. are in the domestic market while the
CAREPLS 54,661,900 41.5 +9.5 Netherlands, and Denmark. other 20% are invested in over 40
SUPERMX 49,960,900 90.5 +8.0 “(On retirement-related services) countries abroad. KWAP has previously
“Malaysia achieved C+. There’s still a right now if we look at Malaysia, there’s expressed its intention to increase its
5 TOP GAINERS lot of work that we can do in order for us still a lot of things that we can do. For international holdings.
October 17, 2022 to be able to provide appropriate services example, retirement schemes or
to our pensioners. I think we have to look retirement home schemes that we have In addition, Nik Amlizan said KWAP is
STOCK VOL CLSG (RM) +/– RM is quite sporadic,” said Nik Amlizan. ready to capitalise and take advantage of
NESTLE 36,500 131.80 +0.80 the current market volatility as the “easy”
DLADY 6,800 31.50 +0.50 However, she said KWAP will not only years of a low-interest rate environment
PANAMY 7,500 22.90 +0.50 look for investment opportunities in are no longer there.
BKAWAN 2,600 20.48 +0.28 green sectors as it is only 8% of what is
SAM 1,001,100 5.01 +0.27 available in the market. Besides the “We are looking at a heightened
green industry, the fund is also interest rate environment due to
considering companies with a plan heightened inflationary pressures that
are quite sticky. It will not just go away in
just a few months,” she voiced out.

5 TOP LOSERS
October 17, 2022

STOCK VOL CLSG (RM) +/– RM
FANG-2XL 2,700 5.04 -0.41
MPI 479,300 25.40 -0.40
AEONCR 113,400 12.72 -0.28
F&N 28,000 20.56 -0.24
GAMUDA 22,114,400 3.70 -0.20

EXCHANGE RATES OCTOBER 17, 2022 Charon and Nik Amlizan exchanging views during the virtual conference yesterday.

Foreign currency Bank sell Bank buy Bank buy SC prohibits Ong & Wong, three audit
partners from auditing for one year
1 US DOLLAR TT/OD TT OD
1 AUSTRALIAN DOLLAR 4.7765 4.6435 4.6335 KUALA LUMPUR: The Securities the two PIE clients led by Koon Liang and evidenced by the multiple audit
1 BRUNEI DOLLAR 2.9910 2.8730 2.8570 Commission Malaysia’s (SC) Audit Kong Lai as the engagement partners. deficiencies discovered in the two audits
1 CANADIAN DOLLAR 3.3490 3.2540 3.2460 Oversight Board (AOB) has prohibited Ong performed,” it said.
1 EURO 3.4480 3.3560 3.3440 & Wong Chartered Accountants and three of These deficiencies, among others, relate
1 NEWZEALAND DOLLAR 4.6640 4.5140 4.4940 its audit partners from accepting and to the sufficiency and appropriateness of As for breaches by Ong & Wong, SC said
1 SINGAPORE DOLLAR 2.6750 2.5770 2.5610 auditing any public interest entities (PIEs) or the audit evidence obtained and the the auditor had failed to comply with the
1 STERLING POUND 3.3490 3.2540 3.2460 schedule funds for 12 months from Sept 7. completeness of audit documentation to relevant requirements of ISQC 1.
1 SWISS FRANC 5.3800 5.2110 5.1910 support the conclusions reached, it said.
100 UAE DIRHAM 4.7490 4.6410 4.6260 The audit partners are Ong Koon Liang, In particular, the firm had failed to
100 BANGLADESHTAKA 131.6500 124.9000 124.7000 Ong Kong Lai and Wong Cham Mew. Additionally, in the audit of PIE 2 where ensure that its quality control monitoring
100 CHINESE RENMINBI 4.7310 4.4400 4.2400 the subsidiaries operate in a foreign system operated effectively, resulting in its
100 HONGKONG DOLLAR 66.9300 64.1100 Additionally, the AOB imposed fines of country, the AOB noted issues concerning failure to detect the audit deficiencies found
100 INDIAN RUPEE 61.5400 58.5000 N/A RM227,000 on Ong & Wong, RM35,000 each the reliability of documents and the audit in the audits of the two PIE clients, it said.
100 INDONESIAN RUPIAH 5.9000 5.5400 58.3000 on Koon Liang and Kong Lai and RM34,000 team’s control over the trade receivables
100 JAPANESE YEN 0.0321 0.0290 5.3400 on Cham Mew. confirmation where requests were made In addition, the audit deficiencies found in
100 PAKISTAN RUPEE 3.2230 3.1220 0.0240 and received through the management of the audit of PIE 2 raised concerns about the
100 PHILIPPINE PESO 2.2200 2.0700 “Based on the AOB’s inquiry findings, PIE 2 in contravention of the relevant ISA. audit firm’s understanding and knowledge in
100 QATAR RIYAL 8.2300 7.7600 3.1120 Ong & Wong and the three audit partners performing audit(s) in a foreign country and
100 SAUDI RIYAL 132.7400 126.0100 1.8700 were found to have failed to comply with “Cham Mew, the engagement quality in meeting the relevant audit requirements in
100 SOUTH AFRICA RAND 128.6500 122.1300 7.5600 the relevant International Standards on control reviewer (EQCR) for both the PIEs, the foreign country, it said.
100THAI BAHT 27.1000 24.4800 125.8100 Auditing (ISA) and International Standard had failed to sufficiently review the selected
13.0600 11.5900 121.9300 of Quality Control (ISQC) 1 when auditing audit documentation relating to significant “The AOB would like to stress that
24.2800 two PIE clients (PIE 1 and PIE 2),” the judgements and risk areas of the auditors must be familiar with and adhere
11.1900 commission said in a statement yesterday. engagement as well as the basis of the to the laws, regulations and reporting
conclusions reached. requirements of foreign jurisdictions when
Source: Malayan Banking Berhad/Bernama SC said the AOB found numerous audit performing audits of an entity outside
deficiencies in the engagement reviews of “This affected the overall audit quality as Malaysia,” it added. – Bernama

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LPI Capital posts
RM74.75m Asia-Pacific chief execs confident
net profit for Q3 of weathering looming recession

KUALA LUMPUR: LPI Capital Bhd KUALA LUMPUR: Some 63% of oKPMGsurveyshows63% anticipate director Datuk Johan Idris (pic) said
registered a net profit of RM74.75 million chief executive officers (CEO) in the economic shrinkage over the next 12 months, as governments in Malaysia and
in the third quarter ended Sept 30, 2022, Asia-Pacific region anticipate a but 55% expect it to be mild and short around the world are battling
compared with RM105.38 million a year recession over the next 12 months, higher inflation with large interest
earlier. but more than half (55%) expect it to “In response to the anticipated chances of refinancing. rate increases, there is an increasing
be mild and short, according to recession over the next six months, “Not surprisingly, 70% of them concern of a global liquidity crisis.
The 29% decrease was driven by KPMG International Ltd. the CEO plan to implement a hiring
lower profit before tax from the general freeze (44%), manage cost by see the availability of capital for new “This will mean companies will
insurance segment, which fell by 24.4% In its 8th edition of CEO Outlook, increasing price (43%) and reduce investments (and lack thereof) will find it increasingly difficult to
year-on-year, or RM28.5 million, to KPMG said about 58% of them have profit margins (40%). impact their organisation. refinance or rollover debt as banks,
RM88.1 million, it said in a filing with already taken precautionary in anticipation of a recession,
Bursa Malaysia yesterday. measures to weather the upcoming “More worryingly, 29% of CEOs “Despite that, 61% cited that they become more cautious in their
turbulence. in the Asia-Pacific have reportedly are placing more capital investment lending.
The lower net profit was also partly paused or reconsidered their in buying new technology, while
due to the increase in taxation rate The survey, conducted among existing environmental, social and 65% consider new partnerships will “Moreover, as liquidity gets
arising from the implementation of the 1,325 CEO between July 12 and Aug governance (ESG) efforts while 47% be critical to continuing their pace tighter and a recession becomes
Prosperity Tax, it said. 21 2022 provides an insight into plan to do so over the coming of digital transformation,” said more certain, those industries that
their mindsets, strategies and months,” it said. KPMG, a global organisation of are already out of favour with
Revenue rose 0.4% to RM429.64 million planning tactics. independent professional services banks due to their ESG
from RM427.91 million previously, mainly “There is also the likelihood that firms providing audit, tax and (environmental, social and
driven by growth in gross earned premium The survey also revealed that CEOs may need to look for alternate advisory services. governance) priorities may find
of 0.8% or RM3 million from its general 73% of the CEO were confident in sources of capital to improve their any form of new financing
insurance segment. their companies’ resilience in KPMG Malaysia managing difficult, thereby triggering capital
weathering through the next six issues that will require careful
LPI said the investment holding months, with a similar level of planning,” he said in a statement
segment recorded higher revenue of confidence (71%) in their country’s yesterday. – Bernama
RM17.2 million compared with RM16.5 resilience.
million in the corresponding quarter of
2021, due to higher dividend income. Asean M&E 2022 trade fair expected to
generate business deals worth RM220m
In a press statement, chairman and
founder Tan Sri Teh Hong Piow said the KUALA LUMPUR: The 10th “Post pandemic, companies peers. Asean M&E 2022 is built to Nov 7-9 is Southeast Asia’s premier
Malaysian economy is expected to Southeast Asia Mechanical, have been ramping up their capitalise on this huge market energy expo Tenaga Expo & Forum
remain buoyant this year, supported by Electrical Engineering and Energy innovation efforts in line with global potential,” Informa said in a Kuala Lumpur, which is a dedicated
strong domestic demand on the back of trade show 2022 (Asean M&E 2022) megatrends,” he told a press separate statement. show for the power, electrical, and
the reopening of the economy. is expected to generate RM220 conference for the Asean M&E 2022 utility industry, and Southeast Asia’s
million in business transactions. in Kuala Lumpur Convention The three-day event features premier Refrigeration, Ventilation
However, he said, there may be a Centre yesterday. conferences, seminars, business and Air-Conditioning Expo.
downside risk to the outlook next year The event will highlight matching sessions, and talks that
due to global inflation and monetary industrial energy transition, Mohd Azumi said the event will will allow professionals to discuss Among the names that have
policy tightening by central banks which decarbonisation as well as renewal have four grand international and share the latest innovative confirmed their participation are
could impact the country’s growth and clean energy. pavilions – from Singapore, India, solutions, products and services. Tenaga Nasional, Ray Go Solar,
prospects. – Bernama China, and Turkey. Assign Group, Daikin Malaysia,
Its organiser, Informa Markets This year, the organiser expects Mitsubishi Electric, American Air
Asean, Japan close Malaysia Sdn Bhd, said the figure is The event will also showcase 10,000 visitors from 60 countries to Filter, Japan Air Filter Malaysia,
to air services deal double that of the last edition in next-generation technologies, come for the event, which is open to Mayair and Haier Electric.
2019, which generated RM110 including electric vehicles (EV) and the public and industry players.
JAKARTA: The Association of Southeast million. related products such as charging Admission is free for the three-day The Sustainable Energy
Asian Nations (Asean) and Japan made stations, as part of the expo’s efforts event from Nov 7-9, 2022 at Kuala Development Authority and the
progress in their negotiations on air Event co-chairman Gen (Rtd) to drive the region’s energy Lumpur Exhibition Centre. Energy Commission will also take
services at the 20th Asean and Japan Tan Sri Mohd Azumi Mohamed transition ambitions. part in the event. – Bernama
Transport Ministers Meeting said the trade show will feature 150 Happening at the same venue on
(ATM+Japan), part of the 28th Asean exhibitors from more than 11 “With Southeast Asia committed
Transport Ministers Meeting in Bali, countries. to reducing its carbon footprint and
Indonesia, recently. the regional countries passing laws
“Visitors can expect to engage and policies to address climate
“The ATM+Japan meeting is close to with exhibitors from many change, Asean has emerged as an
concluding a more liberal and mutually countries like Germany, Ireland, important market for EV
beneficial Asean-Japan Air Services Sweden, Japan, Pakistan, Hong technologies.
Agreement with a view to enhancing the Kong, Indonesia, and more.
air transport relationship between Asean “Malaysia, in particular, is
and Japan,” said Transport Minister “The future of the engineering, among the top three front-runners
Datuk Seri Wee Ka Siong. power, heating, ventilation and air in net zero targets among Asean
conditioning industries is exciting.
Japan’s Parliamentary Vice Minister of
Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism
Shoji Nishida co-chaired the meeting with
Indonesia’s Minister of Transportation Budi
Karya Sumadi, Wee said in a Facebook post
yesterday. – Bernama

AT&S Malaysia signs MoU with Mimos to conduct joint R&D activities

KUALA LUMPUR: Caretaker Prime Higher Education. From left: Efinix Technology (M) Sdn Bhd general manager Chong Thow Pang, Iskandar, Mimos chairman Datuk Seri Ibrahim
Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Both parties have expressed Ahmad, Adham, Ismail Sabri, Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department for Economic Affairs Datuk Seri Mustapa
Yaakob yesterday witnessed the Mohamed, Turkish Aerospace Industries executive vice-president Prof Dr Atilla Dogan and Villari. – BERNAMAPIC
signing of a memorandum of interest to cooperate in technology
understanding (MoU) between AT&S assessment and development in the our know-how and presence here further accelerate the advancement renewed aspiration for a more
Austria Technologie & Systemtechnik area of advanced packaging in order to would help to raise the global of technology solutions to benefit the technologically driven future for the
(Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (AT&S Malaysia) strengthen local industry capabilities, competitiveness of Malaysia in IC societies’ greatest needs,” he added. domestic E&E sector, as underpinned
and Mimos Bhd for joint research together with a focus to help develop substrates field. Now, through the by Mosti’s E&E Roadmap launched in
and development (R&D) activities. critical talent in advanced packaging cooperation with Mimos, we hope to Iskandar said: “Our collaboration August this year.” – Bernama
through the Mosti Deeptech and with AT&S supports the nation’s
AT&S Malaysia managing director Futureskills initiative.
Vittorio Villari and Mimos president
and CEO Dr Iskandar Samad Potentially, the establishment of
represented their respective entities an institute with a selected university
at the signing ceremony. Also present in Malaysia is considered in the joint
was caretaker Science, Technology pursuit of talent development.
and Innovation Minister Datuk Seri
Dr Adham Baba. “The Covid-19 pandemic has
fuelled the speed of digitalisation as it
AT&S Malaysia said it looks has changed the way businesses are
forward to contributing to the run and how we live our life,” said
microelectronics and technology Villari.
fields in Malaysia. Specifically, AT&S
Malaysia and Mimos seek to carry out He said the rapid emergence and
joint IC substrate R&D activities that application of artificial intelligence,
would potentially engage the Internet of Things and Big Data have
Ministry of Science, Technology and created a radical shift in global
Innovation and the Ministry of demand for microelectronics
products such as our high-end IC
substrates. As such, we believe that

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UMW Q3 auto sales hit 93,972 units, highest quarterly total for 2022

KUALA LUMPUR: UMW Group’s automotive 2022, UMW Group delivered a total of 267,226 UMWT as its automotive sales grew by 6% to units registered in August 2022.
sales in the third quarter 2022 (Q3’22) was the units, 62% higher than the 165,211 units in the 24,961 units compared with the 23,464 units in Nevertheless, sales in Q3’22 were also
highest for the year, with 93,972 units delivered corresponding period of 2021, which was Q2’22,” the group said in a statement.
compared with 89,183 units in Q2’22. affected by the implementation of the full Perodua’s highest for the year, with a
movement control order from June 1 to Aug 15. Meanwhile, for the year until September registration of 69,011 units, 5% higher than the
Both UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) and 2022, UMWT registered 70,872 units, a 54% 65,719 units registered in Q2’22.
UMW’s associate company, Perodua, registered UMWT continued its strong sales growth compared with the 46,118 units
higher sales in Q3’22 as they continued to fulfil momentum in September 2022 with the registered in the corresponding period of 2021. “For the first nine months of 2022, Perodua’s
their outstanding bookings. delivery of 9,233 units, the highest for 2022. sales surged by 65% to 196,354 units, compared
Perodua’s sales in September 2022 fell with 119,093 units registered in the
Consequently, for the first nine months of “Q3’22 marked the strongest quarter for slightly to 24,626 units compared with 26,039 corresponding period of 2021,” it said. – Bernama

Wholesale funds may gain SME Recapitalisation
access to alternative assets Fund officially launched

o SC plans to allow exposure to instruments such as “Post-pandemic, retirement adequacy has PUTRAJAYA: The Small and Medium
digital issues, investment accounts and investment notes emerged as a pressing national concern. It Enterprise (SME) Recapitalisation Fund worth
also presents an opportunity to enhance PRS RM600 million in the form of equity was
KUALA LUMPUR: The Securities and responsible investments (SRI). offerings, through better understandings of BRIEFSofficially launched yesterday for entrepreneurs
Commission Malaysia (SC) plans to allow the “Going forward, this trend is likely to investor behaviours, and reduce the who have been severely affected by the Covid-
wholesale fund market gain exposure to retirement savings gap,” he said. 19 pandemic.
alternative assets such as digital assets, continue, alongside further product
investment accounts and innovation and a higher interest rate Amid the growing demand, he reminded SME Bank group president and CEO Datuk
investment notes. market intermediaries to continue to act in Aria Putera Ismail said the recapitalisation fund
environment,” he said at the the best interest of their investors. investment is expected to benefit nearly 600
This followed the Federation of Investment SMEs, and enable entrepreneurs to restructure
liberalisation of measures for Managers Malaysia (FIMM) “The SC will not hesitate to pursue their financial needs.
the exchange-traded funds Annual Convention and Industry enforcement actions for misconduct by
(ETF) and private retirement Education Series. consultants. In fact, we have issued penalties The SME Recapitalisation Fund is part of the
schemes (PRS) last month, of more than RM4 million from 2020 to 2022. Semarak Niaga Programme introduced in
allowing retail funds to have Awang Adek also announced Budget 2022, aimed at ensuring the regrowth of
exposure to invest in digital assets, and that its training and development “In terms of conduct, the SC has acted SMEs, promoting business expansion and
investment accounts, SC chairman Datuk Seri arm, the Securities Industry against consultants for failure to explain the controlling their debts through more innovative
Awang Adek Hussin said. Development Corp (SIDC), will introduce SRI unit trust fund marketed, for providing financing solutions.
Certification for Market Professionals in 2023. performance guarantees, unauthorised
“Being one of our oldest and largest market The certificate will enhance industry transactions on client accounts, and issuing As the implementing agency, SME Bank
segments, the unit trust industry must, first capabilities, particularly those involved in false or misleading information,” he noted. allocated RM200 million for the fund while the
and foremost, adapt to changing demands. fund distribution, such as unit trust and PRS Bumiputera Agenda Steering Unit allocated
consultants. He said FIMM, as a self-regulatory RM300 million and Bank Simpanan Nasional
“The search for returns has seen investor “Better-equipped intermediaries will raise organisation, must also continue to hold “bad contributed RM100 million. – Bernama
preferences shift, from conventional products investor confidence and participation in the actors” accountable.
towards alternative assets and sustainable SRI asset class. ECLOUDVALLEY WINS BIG AT
In the last four years, actions on AWS ASEAN PARTNER AWARDS
consultants had been taken 76 times, ranging
from reprimands to suspending their KUALA LUMPUR: ECloudvalley Digital
registration, as well as requiring consultants Technology (ECV), an AWS Premier Tier
to attend training, he added. – Bernama Services partner, won four awards at the
AWS Asean Partner Awards 2022. It bagged
From left: Sunview Group directors Amin Ashari Shafie, Norashikin Abdul Rani, Yap Chui Fan, Sunview chief financial officer Tracey Ooi Yoong Shan, the Specialised Partner of the Year (Asean),
Ong, Sunview chairman Zulkifly Zakaria, Alliance Islamic Bank Bhd Rizal IL-Ehzan Fadil Azim, Sunview directors Chow Kian Hung, Khoo Kah Kheng, Services Partner of the Year (Asean), Partner
Professor Nasruddin Abd Rahim, and Alliance Islamic Bank Bhd corporate finance head & senior vice-president Tee Kok Wah of the Year (Malaysia) and Partner of the Year
(Philippines). The company won the
Sunview Group shines with 105% premium in ACE Market debut Specialised Partner of the Year for its strong
customer pipeline in the last 12 months,
PETALING JAYA: Investment holding IPO via the issuance of 118 million new business by leveraging on its track record to according to a statement yesterday. –
company Sunview Group Bhd made its debut shares, the group will use RM20.1 million secure new contracts to boost its order book. Bernama
on the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia (58.72%) for working capital, RM7 million It also plans to expand solar power generation
Securities yesterday, opening at 59.5 sen per (20.46%) repayment of bank borrowings, and supply business to build a strong KEY ASIC WINS RM28M
share, 30.5 sen or 105.17% above its initial RM1.86 million (5.42%) for capital expenditure recurring income stream. CHIP DESIGN CONTRACTS
public offering (IPO) price of 29 sen per share, and RM1.67 million (4.88%) for business
with an opening volume of 8.82 million expansion. The remaining RM3.6 million “Moreover, we are looking to expand into KUALA LUMPUR: Key ASIC Bhd has bagged
shares. (10.52%) will be used to defray listing expenses. EPCC of biogas plants and complementary chip design contracts valued at over RM28
products. We are able to capitalise on our million over a three-year period from an
The counter closed at 46 sen after touching “Getting to where we are now within a current expertise and experience to address undisclosed customer. Key ASIC said there
a high of 61 sen, with a total of 127.57 million relatively short amount of time is a testament potential opportunities in this segment and are three system on chip design wins and
shares traded. of the collective effort our management team provide complementary products including the chips will go into engineering
and employees have poured in over the past internet of things solar energy system and production in the next three months, which
Through its subsidiaries, the group is nine years. However, our progress doesn’t current limiting reactor system for solar PV will subsequently will go into mass
principally involved in the provision of stop here. We intend to capitalise on our power applications,” he said. production. Key ASIC will deliver wafers and
engineering, procurement, construction and listing status to sustain our growth chips in the next three years and, according
commissioning (EPCC) of solar photovoltaic momentum going forward,” its CEO, Ong Ong added that it planned to set up an to the customer, the chips are likely to be
(PV) facilities for industrial, commercial, and Hang Ping said in a statement yesterday. office in Johor to enhance its market position mass-produced for at least the next five
residential buildings, solar PV and installation in the southern region. years. – Bernama
services, solar power generation and supply Last month, he shared that the group
as well as associated products and services. hasset sights on expanding its businesses, Upon listing, its market capitalisation is ALLIANZ LIFE LAUNCHES
whereby it intends to strengthen its solar PV RM135.72 million, based on its enlarged share ALLIANZ LEGACY PLUS
Of the RM34.22 million raised from the capital of 468 million shares.
KUALA LUMPUR: Allianz Life Insurance
Malaysia Bhd has launched Allianz Legacy
Plus, a limited-pay, universal life plan which
covers policyholders up to the age of 88
years. The company said should the
policyholder pass on during the policy term,
the money will be paid to the next of kin
and this will serve as the legacy from the
policyholder and should the policyholder
survive up to age 88, he or she will receive
the money which then can also be given to
the loved ones as a gift. – Bernama

AIRASIA OFFERING 20% OFF
FARES ON POPULAR ROUTES

KUALA LUMPUR: AirAsia Group BHD is
offering 20% off all seats and all flights to
popular destinations for travel commencing
from next month, ahead of the year-end
and new year peak travel seasons, starting
yesterday until Oct 23. Travellers can grab
seats to Asean destinations including
Malaysia, the Philippines and Thailand at
20% off for travel between Nov 1, 2022 and
June 30, 2023. AirAsia is also bringing back
its flights to Taipei and Kaohsiung which are
on sale until Oct 23. – Bernama

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Goldman plans overhaul, to combine investment banking, trading: Report

NEW YORK: Goldman Sachs is will take a backseat. investment banking, and Ashok the bank would come shortly after its down from US$5.38 billion a year
planning a major reorganisation as part The plans, which are expected to be Varadhan, now co-head of its global global job cuts in September that could earlier.
of which its storied investment banking markets division, according to a have impacted hundreds of bankers.
and trading businesses will be announced within days, will see separate report from Bloomberg. Given the tough operating
combined, while consumer banking Goldman restructure its biggest Goldman reported a 48% slump in environment, Goldman is closely re-
will be absorbed by its wealth unit, The businesses into three divisions, the WSJ Marc Nachmann, the bank’s global second-quarter profit, which beat examining all of its forward spending
Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported on reported, citing people familiar with the co-head of the global markets division, forecasts due to gains in fixed-income and investment plans to ensure the best
Sunday. matter. will move to help run the combined and commodities trading. use of its resources, Barclays said in a
asset- and wealth-management arm, recent report.
The move comes as the Wall Street Goldman will combine the WSJ said. Like its Wall Street rivals, the bank is
titan has sought to cut its reliance on investment banking and trading expected to report a sharp drop in third- Solomon had wanted to make major
volatile trading and investment banking businesses into one unit, while merging Marcus will be a part of the asset and quarter net profit as investment inroads into retail banking since his
revenues by boosting its fee-based asset and wealth management into wealth management unit, the report banking revenue was badly hurt by a early days as the company’s helmsman.
businesses. another, the report said. added. slump in dealmaking. But the consumer banking unit,
launched in 2016, is still struggling to
It would mean CEO David Solomon’s The combined investment banking Goldman, which releases third- Goldman is expected to deliver a net gain traction, and will be brought into
ambition to build a mass-market digital and trading group will be overseen by quarter earnings today, declined to profit of US$2.77 billion (RM13 billion) asset and wealth management. –
bank via consumer banking unit Marcus Dan Dees and Jim Esposito, who are comment. in the third quarter, according to Reuters
currently global co-heads of Goldman’s analysts’ forecasts compiled by Refinitiv,
Such an organisational overhaul of

China shows ‘significant’ Q3 BRIEFS PILOTS AT LUFTHANSA’S
rebound but faces challenges EUROWINGS BEGIN STRIKE

o Stringent Covid curbs and once-in-every-five-years Communist Party challenges,” he said. BERLIN: Pilots at Lufthansa’s Eurowings
a deepening property slump Congress. Amid weak consumer and business began a three-day strike yesterday over
continue to weigh on outlook “Consumer prices have risen modestly, in working hours, their union said, confirming
sharp contrast to the high global inflation, and confidence, firms are wary of expanding and action that could affect thousands of the
the employment remained generally stable.” hiring more workers. The nationwide survey- budget airline’s passengers. “It’s begun. And
Investors are nervously awaiting third- based jobless rate eased slightly to 5.3% in so far there is no new offer,“ sais a
quarter Chinese GDP data due today, August from 5.4% in July. Youth spokesman for the Vereinigung Cockpit
especially after trade figures due to be unemployment stayed high at 18.7%, after pilots’ union. The union wants the carrier to
BEIJING: China’s economy showed a released on Friday were unexpectedly reaching a record 19.9% in July. ease pilot workloads through measures
significant rebound in the third quarter and delayed. such as increased rest periods, but
employment was largely stable, a senior China’s economy likely grew 3.4% in July- President Xi Jinping touted the fight Eurowings warned over the weekend that
official at the state planner said yesterday, September from a year earlier, gaining pace against Covid-19 as he kicked off the party the demands put jobs at risk. The airline had
even as the economy still faces challenges from the 0.4% growth in the second quarter, congress by focusing on security and said it would cancel nearly 170 of about 400
and difficulties. but the expected 2022 growth could still be reiterating policy priorities on Sunday, scheduled flights at airports in Duesseldorf,
Policymakers have rolled a flurry of one of the weakest in almost half of a century, suggesting strict Covid restrictions will not Cologne, Hamburg and Stuttgart yesterday,
measures to bolster the world’s second- a Reuters poll showed. ease anytime soon. affecting roughly 20,000 travellers. It
largest economy, which narrowly escaped a Policymakers have rolled out over 50 expects to cancel a similar number of flights
contraction in the second quarter, as economic support measures since late May, China will take steps to stabilise its supply today and tomorrow. – Reuters
stringent Covid curbs and a deepening channelling more money into infrastructure chains and ramp up policies to attract foreign
property slump weigh projects and cutting taxes for businesses. investment, particularly in the INDONESIA E-COMMERCE GROUP
on the outlook. The recovery will be consolidated as the manufacturing sector, Zhao added. BLIBLI PLANS US$528M IPO
“The economy effects of macro policies continue to be
picked up released, said Zhao, who conceded the Other senior government officials vowed JAKARTA: Indonesian e-commerce group
significantly in the economy still faces multiple headwinds. at the news conference to greatly increase Blibli, backed by of one of the country’s
third quarter,” “Influenced by changes in the external domestic energy supply capacity and further biggest conglomerates Djarum Group, plans
to launch an initial public offering next
increase reserve capacity for month to raise as much as 8.17 trillion
key commodities. – rupiah (US$528.29 million), the company
Reuters said. Blibli’s operator PT Global Digital Niaga
plans to sell as many as 17.77 billion shares,
Zhao Chenxin, and internal environment, there are still 15% of total capital, at a price range of 410
deputy head of the some outstanding contradictions and rupiah (RM0.12) to 460 rupiah a piece in a
National problems in the economic operation, and share sale offering set for Nov 1-3, it said in a
Development and economic development still faces prospectus. The listing plan follows the
Reform Commission, many difficulties and US$1.1 billion IPO of GoTo Group,
told a news Indonesia’s biggest tech firm, earlier this
conference year and the 2021 US$1.5 billion IPO of
during the competitor BukaLapak. Blibli will use 5.5
trillion rupiah of the proceeds to pay back
Policymakers have rolled out over 50 economic support measures since late May, channelling more money into infrastructure projects and cutting bank loans, with the rest to be used as
taxes for businesses. - PEXELS PIX working capital to develop its platform. –
Reuters
Credit Suisse to pay US$495m in US to settle securities case
THAILAND’S INVESTMENT VALUE
ZURICH: Credit Suisse said yesterday it would Subprime mortgages, credit granted to resolve the only remaining RMBS (residential DOWN, BUT APPLICATIONS RISE
pay US$495 million (RM2.3 billion) to settle a row borrowers often with poor credit histories or mortgage-backed securities) matter involving
over mortgage-backed securities dating back to insufficient income, were packaged into financial claims by a regulator and the largest of its BANGKOK: The value of Thailand’s
the 2008 financial crisis. products and sold to investors. remaining exposures on its legacy RMBS docket”. investment applications in the January-
September period dropped 14% from a year
Switzerland’s second-biggest bank said it had But as borrowers defaulted on many of those Shares rose after the statement on the SMI, earlier to 439 billion baht (RM54 billion),
agreed with New Jersey authorities to make the mortgages, investors had no way of telling what the flagship index of the Swiss Stock Exchange. falling from a high base in 2021, its Board of
“one-time payment... to fully resolve claims” for portion of the loans in the derivatives were bad. Investment (BOI) said yesterday. The
compensation, and said it had already Speculation has been growing ahead of an number of applications rose 8.5% in the first
provisioned the amount. Those products were at the heart of the 2008 update scheduled by the new chief executive for nine months from a year earlier, however,
financial crisis, which sparked a global recession later this month. with the overall value down from 2021
In the claim filed in 2013, Credit Suisse was and brought the international financial system to when there were several large power
criticised for not having provided sufficient the brink of collapse. According to the Financial Times, the bank is generating projects worth a combined 150
information on the risks relating to US$10 billion considering not only disposals in its investment billion baht, BOI head Narit Therdsteerasukdi
of mortgage-backed securities. Credit Suisse said the final settlement with the bank but also the sale of some of its domestic said. Foreign direct investment applications
New Jersey Attorney General allowed it “to activities in Switzerland. – AFP decreased 25% from the year earlier to 275.6
billion baht. – Reuters

APPLE FREEZES PLANS TO
USE CHINESE FIRM’S CHIPS

BENGALURU: US tech giant Apple Inc has
put on hold plans to use memory chips from
China’s Yangtze Memory Technologies Co
(YMTC) in its products, after Washington
imposed tighter export controls against
Chinese technology firms, the Nikkei
reported yesterday. Apple had originally
planned to start using state-funded YMTC’s
NAND flash memory chips as early as this
year. The chips were initially planned to be
used only for iPhones sold in the Chinese
market. But the US last week added China’s
top memory chipmaker YMTC and 30 other
Chinese entities to a list of firms that US
officials have been unable to inspect,
ratcheting up tensions with Beijing, starting
a 60 day-clock that could trigger much
tougher penalties. – Reuters

T U E S DAY
18 OCTOBER 2022

Hellraiser’s mortal themes are drowned out by clunky writing. The designs for the Cenobites vary from one to the next.
Despite the
mLeosrsehheeallven, negative
aspects, the
reboot is
moving in the
right direction.
– ALL PIX BY
SPYGLASS
MEDIA GROUP

0Cast: Odessa
A’zion, Jamie
Clayton and
Goran Višnjić
0Director:
David Bruckner

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█ BY MARK MATHEN VICTOR o Hellraiser reboot walks a tightrope between good and bad changes the design, but has specific lore
implications.
PAIN, for most normal people, is showed up at random and slaughtered such a dangerous, Hell-summoning device
precisely that – pain. But for a minority indiscriminately, the Cenobites had to be inadvertently causes the bodies to pile up in However, like filmmakers’ previous two
group of humans, pain sensory signals summoned using a puzzle box called the very terrible, extremely graphic, R-rated ways. films – The Ritual and Night House – the
are interpreted by their brain as being Lament Configuration by someone willing to director and his writers are not bothered with
pleasurable. push the boundaries of pain and pleasure. The film’s story – its thematic backbone of explaining everything in the film. There is no
addiction – is fine, but the script-writing is handholding in regards to why certain things
For most of early film history, this facet of As Pinhead says in Hellraiser’s sequel, terrible, and slides between being juvenile and are they way they are.
storytelling was unexplored, particularly in Hellbound: Hellraiser II: “It is not hands that call cheap.
horror films, until 1987. us. It is desire”. Bruckner understands that good horror is
For one, the Cenobites are written as any “show, don’t tell”.
After publishing The Hellbound Heart in Sadly, subsequent films in the franchise other cheap horror villain. They will kill
1986, author Clive Barker would then write and became progressively worse, pandering to anyone, even if the person never summoned Designs for the Cenobites also receive an
direct an adaptation of his own novel the cheap shock and horror, but now, with enough them. If Person A forces or tricks Person B into upgrade. The old S&M leather outfits are
following year titled Hellraiser, a film that desire, the franchise has been rebooted with a using the Lament Configuration puzzle box, the removed, and the costume and makeup artists
would introduce the demonic Cenobites and its much higher budget and cinematic vision in Cenobites will come for Person B, who never are able to flex their creativity by showing fuller
leader, the Priest/Pinhead into pop culture. the recently released Hellraiser. had the intent or desire to summon the designs for the mangled, flesh-stripped, hellish
Horror pitfalls demons. demons.
Hellraiser came in the same time period that David Bruckner’s Hellraiser is a breath of fresh
birthed many classic horror film icons such as A air into an old corpse. In certain aspects, the The film also has tropes that plague lesser The most noticeable change in appearance
Nightmare on Elm Street’s Freddy Krueger, film is an upgrade, but in others, it is a horror films. Characters sometimes make is Pinhead. In the original franchise, the leader
Friday the 13th’s Jason Voorhees and downgrade, like the story. terrible decisions that seem out of place. It’s of the Cenobites was played by male actors, and
Halloween’s Michael Myers, but Hellraiser’s juvenile writing when it comes to horror. despite the androgynous nature of the demons,
villains were not like their blood-soaked peers. Hellraiser is centered around recovering Pinhead had a male-shaped shaped and
drug addict Riley McKendry (Odessa A’zion), However, beyond its weak writing and masculine voice.
Pinhead and the Cenobites not only looked who steals the Lament Configuration puzzle somewhat weaker acting, Hellraiser excels in
and behaved differently, they also followed box with the help of her boyfriend Trevor (Drew everything else. In Bruckner’s film, Pinhead is played by
rules that differentiated them from the Starkey) from Roland Voight (Goran Višnjić), a Not all bad trans actress Jamie Clayton, while most of the
mindless slashers of other films. wealthy businessman and occult collector. Adhering closer to the source material, other Cenobites are also played by women.
Hellraiser explores and displays more of the
Though they dealt out torture and death, the Due to the bad decision-making nature of puzzle box and how it functions, as each Disregarding its writing, which all of modern
demons did so with an understanding that drug addicts, McKendry having her hands on attempt at “solving it” not only physically horror seems to suffer from, Hellraiser – though
these were not based in pain, but pleasure, and only slightly above average – is still better than
there had to an arbitrary sense of consent most horror films out at the moment due
and intent. Bruckner’s direction and visual style.

Unlike Krueger, Voorhees or Myers who To quote Pinhead, Bruckner’s Hellraiser will
be “demons to some, angels to others”.

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BTS performed in Busan in their first concert
BTS rock since their break. – BIGHIT MUSIC
Busan
o The South Korean septet
reunite for a special concert
to promote the country’s bid
for the World Expo

THEY were together again – even if it was This came after the group’s announcement The free show on Saturday, titled Yet to and we will perform with you guys and make
for just one show. All seven members of of a “new chapter” four months ago, where it Come in Busan, was put on in the port city to music,” group leader RM, told fans at the show.
BTS shared the stage in Busan over the was revealed that each member was “splitting” support South Korea’s bid to host the World
weekend in a special concert for them to pursue solo musical activities. Expo 2030. The South Korean supergroup were RM was possibly referring to South Korea’s
to deliver the BTS experience to South Korea also named the official ambassadors for the mandatory military service for men, which
once again. prospective bid. looms over the group’s future. While some fans
are hoping for a last-minute exemption,
Over 52,000 fans packed the stadium to watch their idols perform. – BIGHIT MUSIC While around 52,000 group’s fans filled the military officials have repeatedly said that it
Busan Asiad Main Stadium, other supporters would be “desirable” for BTS members to begin
gathered across the city at an additional 12,000 serving, sooner rather than later.
locations to watch the performance live-
streamed on massive screens. The show that was BTS’ first “reunion” was
also a first of sorts for many of the group’s fans.
At the gig, group members spoke about
reuniting for the special performance, which Kim Si Hyun, a junior in high school, has
included a stacked setlist featuring hits such as been a BTS fan since its debut in 2013. She
Butter and Dynamite, both of which have attended her first show on Saturday, and said
topped the U.S. Billboard Hot 100. The show the group exceeded expectations.
was closed with an encore performance of Yet to
Come (the Most Beautiful Moment). Another, Gebi Medina, a director at an
advertising agency in Indonesia, bought a ticket
“If the seven BTS members feel the same in August with six of her friends. For her, the
way and if you guys have faith in us, we will show’s highlight was the first live performance
overcome whatever happens to us in the future of the new song, Run BTS. – by Mark Mathen
Victor
Selena and Hailey put feud rumours to rest
REPORTS of a feud between singer Selena Top Gun Maverick
Gomez and model Hailey Bieber have been Gomez (left) and Bieber were pictured embracing at an event over the weekend. – AFP/REUTERS sequel in future?
floating about for years, with Gomez’s fans
accusing the latter of breaking up the that her husband and the Only Murders in the the back of my mind: I wonder if that [door] ACTOR Jay Ellis believes there will not be a
relationship between the singer and her then- Building actress “were not in a relationship” was really closed ... I know for a fact that the sequel to Top Gun: Maverick, but admits he could
beau Justin Bieber. when they reconnected and decided to get reason we were able to get back together was be wrong about the possibility of a follow-up
married. because it was very much completely closed.” project.
The Canadian pop star had been dating
both women on-and-off for several years, and Bieber explained: “As a woman, I would At the time, many fans rejected her The actor, who played Lt. Reuben “Payback”
had ended a relationship with Gomez in order never want to get into a relationship with explanation, but judging by the photos of her Fitch in the box office smash earlier this year,
to marry Hailey Bieber in September 2018. someone – and be engaged to them and be and Gomez, it appears that there are no hard caught up with People magazine at the
getting married to them – and [be] thinking feelings between them. – by Anansa Jacob Academy Museum Gala in Los Angeles on
While none of the three have ever Saturday night, where he chatted about the
commented on exactly what took place potential for a third Top Gun film.
between them, that hasn’t stopped fans from
accusing the 25-year-old model of “stealing “I haven’t heard about it, so if you know
Justin away from Selena”. something, tell me,“ Ellis said to People.

Therefore, it was somewhat of a surprise But he later admitted: “What do I know?
when photos were released showing the two Maybe there will be. Maybe there will.
women posing together at the star-studded
Academy Museum Gala, which took place “I mean, we would all love to work together.
over the weekend. The two were seen hugging We’d love to do it again.”
and smiling for the cameras, sparking a
debate online about their friendship. He added: “We’d love to be with Tom [Cruise]
again. We’d love to be in the back F18s again. So
The show of solidarity comes just a couple if we’re lucky enough to do it again, I’m sure
of weeks after the model addressed every single one of us would be there.”
speculation that her relationship with her pop
star husband overlapped with Gomez’s. Released on May 27 this year, Top Gun:
Speaking to Alex Cooper on the Call her Maverick comes 36 years after the iconic 1986
Daddy podcast last month, Bieber insisted original, and is presently grossing over US$1.4
billion (RM6.6 billion) globally.

The film follows Pete “Maverick” Mitchell
(Tom Cruise) is tasked with training a team of
US Navy Top Gun graduates for a special
mission. – by Hazique Zairill

Bruce Willis’ summer with family

A screenshot from the video showing Willis and daughter Mabel. – FOLLOWING veteran action star shot of him watching something Ellis said he is willing to return for another sequel.
INSTAGRAM Bruce Willis’ official retirement from with his youngest daughter, eight- – PARAMOUNT PICTURES
acting following his aphasia year-old Evelyn.
diagnosis, his family has had the
privilege of enjoying each other’s At one point, Willis is also seen
company in the comfort of their pushing Evelyn on a swing and
home, far away from Hollywood. taking Mabel on a piggyback ride
while on a short walk into the
Fans were delighted to learn that woods.
the 67-year-old did indeed have a
‘magic summer’ with his wife and “We don’t believe in perfection
two young daughters. Wife Emma over here but #oursummer2022 was
Heming Willis opened up on pretty close to it. In fact, it was
Instagram about their time magic,” Heming captioned the video.
together, posting a video montage
of footage of the family. In addition to the update,
Heming also thanked her husband
Set against the background of for supporting her with her own
Maren Morris’s Bones, the Die Hard learning difficulties.
actor can be seen playing and
dancing with his children. “This guy has always made me
feel like the smartest person in the
The clip first starts with Willis room when I felt otherwise,” she
dancing with his 10-year-old wrote in her Instagram stories. “I’ll
daughter Mabel, before shifting to a never forget that and I just love him
so much for that.” – by John Tan

17theSun LYFE ON TUESDAY | OCTOBER 18, 2022

0Director:
Michael
Giacchino
0Cast:
Gael García
Bernal,
Laura
Donnelly
and Harriet
Sansom
Varris

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addition to the
MCU with his ACTING
longstanding
relationship PLOT
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Knight.

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oThe special presentation that could have
TO mark the start of spooky season, been 30 minutes shorter IN The Fabulous, Chae Soo-bin is Pyo Ji-
Marvel presented a special eun, a manager at a PR agency for
presentation titled Werewolf by Night. (left) Werewolf luxury brands and a bold woman filled
Inspired by horror films of the 1930s by Night is as with passion and pride for her work.
and 1940s, the special presentation directed campy as it
by Michael Giacchino and written by Heather gets. Choi Min-ho plays freelance
Quinn and Peter Cameron follows a secret retoucher Ji Woo-min, who has always
group of monster hunters who are summoned (below) Harriet been indifferent but starts to grow as he
to Bloodstone Manor, where they participate Sansom Harris learns more about his dreams and love.
in a competitive hunt to determine their new plays Verussa
leader following the death of Ulysses Bloodstone. The trailer shows a glimpse of Ji-eun,
Bloodstone. Woo-min, and their close friends’ lives
MCU movies, but it could’ve given the amidst the glitz and glamour of the
Gael García Bernal plays Jack Russell, who characters more personality instead of fashion industry.
joins the evening as one member of a making them one dimensional with campy
mysterious group of monster hunters and undertones, and it across as nothing more Lee Sang-woon, who has appeared
Laura Donnelly portrays Elsa Bloodstone, than a filler to get the MCU story going. in The Good Detective and many
who returns home following her father’s musicals including Grease, plays the role
passing and joins the monster hunt. Harriet Though, if you enjoyed WandaVision, of designer Joseph who has his own
Sansom Harris is Verussa Bloodstone, Elsa’s perhaps you’ll enjoy Werewolf by Night as it is a brand called Mr. Joseph. Real-life top
widowed stepmother, who is dedicated to project easier to respect on a technical level model Park Hee-jung who has graced
continuing her late husband’s crusade to than to fully engage with on an emotional level. many runways for famous brands like
protect humanity from monsters. Louis Vuitton, Dior, Balmain, and
Werewolf by Night is now out on Disney+ as Burberry, portrays supermodel Ye Seon-
Taking place almost completely in black part of Phase Four of the MCU. ho, marking her first ever acting role.
and white that largely defined the classic
monster tales, a lot of critics seemed to love it Capturing the fast-paced and
and called it refreshing. exciting side of the fashion world, the
trailer reveals the hard work taking
Personally, I thought that the special place behind the scenes in order to pull
presentation could’ve easily be condensed to off a gorgeous runway. The friends
a 20-minute short. comfort and encourage one another
while dealing with all the ups and
Like fashion trends that cycles and comes downs of the fashion industry that is
and goes, we’ve always liked taking vintage written as fashion and read as passion.
and yesteryears’ and bringing them anew, but
MCU should’ve known that in our instant Directed by Kim Jeong-hyeon of
gratification world, narrative pacing is now Hotel Del Luna, Legal High, and A Korean
more key than ever, and the TV special was Odyssey, The Fabulous – which
slow to the brink of boredom, instead of embodies the vibrant and impassioned
evoking the dread and suspense that I was lives of young and fabulous friends –
waiting for. will be released on Nov 4, only on
Netflix.
Sure, it has its sweet moments as do all

Bringing Japan to Malaysia

Lies, lies, and shocking lies! GET a taste of authentic Japanese culture with can take it back with you, trying out authentic
IN celebration of the release of the exciting and episode, contestants will be required to bond two exciting events coming to KL soon. Japanese sweets and tea ceremony
experimental new Disney+ Hotstar Korean and complete challenges, but are not allowed to JACE (Japan Arts, Culture, Entertainment) demonstrations, and more!
dating reality show Pink Lie, which sees a group tell their potential partners their critical lie. 2022 (Oct 28-Nov 13, 2022) JAPAN x MALAYSIA Friendship Concert 2022
of young singles, each with a lie they want to Presented by LaLaport Bukit Bintang City Centre (Oct 30, 2022)
hide, put into a house with the sole goal of Along the way, select participants are given and organised by Toybox Projects, JACE (Japan JAPAN x MALAYSIA Friendship Concert 2022,
finding love – audiences can enjoy a sneak peek special privileges in the form of a “pink moon” Arts, Culture, Entertainment) 2022 is an event organised and promoted by Toybox Projects
at what to expect this season, with the first which allows them to find out another with this year’s theme being under the pop and supported by Tourism Malaysia, is a cross-
episode of the show available free on the participant’s lie, and decide for themselves culture category and titled HARAJUKU, KAWAII. cultural promotional concert with the motto of
Disney+ Hotstar official YouTube channel. whether or not they want to continue the It will be held from Oct 28-Nov 13 at LaLaport introducing the various types of artists from
relationship. BBCC. both Japan and Malaysia.
Hosted by Super Junior’s Kim Heechul, Lee
Sunbin (Work Later, Drink Now, Air Murder), Developed by the creative minds behind Visitors will experience bona fide Japanese Japanese acts BACK-ON, Centimillimental,
Song Wonseok (Business Proposal, One the Weekend Playlist, Pink Lie gives participants a activities with up-close and authentic FEMM will share the stage with Malaysian
Woman), and YouTube influencer Ralral, Pink second chance at love by removing prejudice experiences of the internationally popular favourites Floor 88, Estranged, and Sakura
Lie sees a group of contestants each armed with and allowing a bond to form before testing the destination HARAJUKU, Tokyo, Japan. Band for the one-night extravaganza.
one lie about themselves come together in an strength of that connection.
attempt to find their one true love. In each The highlight of JACE 2022 is the exclusive The concert will be held at Zepp Kuala
Pink Lie is available on Disney+ Hotstar with meet and greet session with the popular Lumpur a world-class Rock concert hall
new episodes launching every week. Japanese artistes; BACK-ON, Centimillimental, operated by Zepp Hall Network Inc. a
and FEMM who will be performing at the subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment Japan.
JAPAN x MALAYSIA Friendship Concert 2022.

Also, a HARAJUKU fashion show run by a
professional team is coming from Japan.

Besides, creators’ workshops and activities
alongside the booths filled with Japanese
products or brands will be brought all the way
from Japan just for this event!

There are fun activities and games which
the whole family and friends will be able to
enjoy together! Various traditional Japanese
festival games await you, with exciting
authentic prizes consisting of Japanese
products, kimono fabric painting which you

FEATURE

18 theSun LYFE ON TUESDAY | OCTOBER 18, 2022

AuAsntralian icon
o Wynns reframes
with launch of new tier
of wines

WYNNS Coonawarra
Estate is an Australian
icon with a legacy of
world-renowned
cabernets that reflect the pinnacle
Coonawarra terroirs. The winery is
proud to release a new tier of wines
that represent a creative renaissance
of Wynns’ early pioneering years.
Named Reframed, the tier
comprises four new wines that are an
artistic, contemporary take on classic
Wynns’ varietals, styles, winemaking,
and wine occasions, brought to you
by the same trusted Wynns team.
“Our new Reframed wines give us
license to approach varieties in
different ways using unusual varietal
combinations for Coonawarra and
the Limestone Coast,” said Wynns The floral notes of Coonawarra Shiraz
Winemaker Sarah Pidgeon. are elevated in this blend while the
“We’re taking the knowledge and Cabernet Franc is a lighter, more
experience of the Wynns team and fragrant version of the better-known
putting a modern twist on our Cabernet Sauvignon.
traditional winemaking practices by
exploring new ways to express our
beautiful grapes. We’re picking earlier material that resulted in the
for freshness with barbeques, occasional flash of white grapes at
beaches, picnics, and casual crushing. It’s a part of Wynns’
occasions in mind. We’re blending in history, re-created with purpose,
unexpected ways to build interest that echoes the Rhone tradition of
and texture, and we’re bringing a adding a small percentage of
lighter touch to winemaking by using Viognier for enhancing aromatics
little or no oak to maintain the and bringing a softer texture to
freshness and aromatics of each structural Shiraz. The floral notes
wine. of Coonawarra Shiraz are elevated
“As the Coonawarra region’s in this blend and fresh bright fruit
preeminent wine producer, we’re is presented with both softness
pushing boundaries to innovate and and energy, for a versatile food
create new varietals that spark pairing experience.
intrigue and are either unique or hard 0 Wynns Reframed Coonawarra
to find, attracting a new generation of Cabernet-Franc, Cabernet-
wine explorers. But rest assured, the Sauvignon 2021: Cabernet Franc is
quality of these wines is classic genetically the parent variety of
Wynns,” she said. Cabernet Sauvignon and a lighter,
Signalling a new chapter for fragrant version of its more well-
Wynns, the Reframed wines are: known child. This family blend
0 Wynns Reframed Coonawarra showcases the best of both styles,
Cabernet Rosé 2021: Wynns is with the perfume and soft tannins
synonymous with Cabernet and of Cabernet Franc given a boost of
Wynns’ treasured Cabernet vines depth and lusciousness from the
bring a sophisticated subtlety to Cabernet Sauvignon. There is a
the winery’s first Cabernet Rosé. nice line of gentle acidity and soft
Bestowed with refined acidity and red fruits in this wine, making it a
hints of sweet fruit, this is a perfect choice for red wine lovers
complex and in high summer and year-round.
With a history dating back to the late 1800s, Wynns wines are regarded as equal to the world’s best and are Even the Reframed logo is
considered benchmarks for Australian Cabernet, lauded for their consistent quality and depth of flavour. unexpected – it’s an asymmetrically
cropped version of the Wynns logo.
refreshing drink with a Fiano, Pinot Grigio, Arneis 2021: and pithy texture. Pinot Grigio and The striking bottles stand out on a
dry, mouth-watering This zippy white blend is an Arneis add weight, hints of crowded shelf and feature Wynns’
crunch palate to be opportunity to showcase the perfume and savoury notes. signature Richard Beck illustration of
emerging Italian varietals that are 0 Wynns Reframed Coonawarra the Wynns Gables screen-printed in
enjoyed all year finding their home dotted around ‘Rogue Vines’ Shiraz Riesling 2021: bold, bright colours.
round. Coonawarra and the Limestone Wynns’ oldest Shiraz vineyards Wynns Reframed wines are
0 Wynns Coast. Fiano leads the style with its originally had some mistaken available nationally from select fine
Reframed citrus, pear and spicy characters cuttings mixed in with the planting wine retailers.
Limestone Coast

Wine of the dragon Chris Hatcher, Wolf Blass Chief encouraging fans and wine
Winemaker, said: “This classic drinkers from around the world to
TREASURY Wine Products have partnered to launch Australian blend, was born out of not to settle for anything less than
Estates’ award-winning a limited-edition wine Wolf Blass’ spirited approach to great,” concluded Hatcher.
premium wine brand, commemorating HBO’s House of soar above the rest, encapsulating
Wolf Blass, and Warner the Dragon – the wildly successful the brand’s refusal to settle and Wolf Blass’ Fire & Blood
Bros. Consumer successor series to Game of passionately strive for the best Cabernet Shiraz is currently
Thrones – that has been renewed through premium, quality, available in selected stores in
for a second season. affordable wine.” Malaysia.

Available in three uniquely “This exciting partnership with Consumers can purchase this
striking, limited-edition labels, fans Warner Bros. Consumer Products limited edition at Jaya Grocer, Cold
can step back into the world of is the next chapter in the Wolf Blass Storage, Mercato, Urban Fresh,
Westeros with the meticulously story, defining the brand’s Sunshine Penang, Village Grocer
crafted Wolf Blass’ Fire & Blood philosophy now and into the (Gardens Mall), Leisure Grocer
Cabernet Shiraz, a deliciously future. Cheras (Leisure Mall), Cellar 18
fiery, high quality, classic and Tong Woh Enterprise.
Australian red blend wine. It follows Wolfgang Blass’
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█ BY HAZIQUE ZAIRILL Right scents, BEAUTY
right occasion
IF you wear proper attire for a 19theSun LYFE ON TUESDAY | OCTOBER 18, 2022
specific occasion, appropriate o Every occasion necessitates a proper
footwear, and even set a proper demeanour, including attire, as well as a The Cartier Nécessaires à
hairstyle to match the vibe, then unique scent Parfum are designed to last,
why should your fragrance not be with multiple refills to choose
chosen with the same degree of care? from allowing you to change
fragrance at any time, from
Some scents are capable of one day to the next. –
drawing all the attention in a room, CARTIER
like a moth to a flame. Despite the
fact that the fragrance you wear may by the nose. bamboo, and coconut, possibly one
not attract droves of admirers as At Work your date has never smelled before,
claimed by certain cliché cologne The objective of the nine-to-five especially on an ex of theirs.
advertisements, it certainly helps you grind is to stay fresh the entire work
enhance your personality and boost hour. So, what smells like team spirit? Be cautious to not go overboard.
confidence. Something mild with a fragrant Strong fragrances can change one’s
undertone can freshen the air around sense of taste and ruin an entire
The only trick you need to know is you without giving your coworker evening. Hence, find something that
how to choose the right scent for the headaches. In other words, if you will assist you in igniting passions,
right occasion. want to avoid getting shunned, while retaining an avant-garde edge.
choose delicate aromas when you’re EDT and cologne are preferable. Try
You must first understand the on the clock. to avoid EDPs.
many types of perfume available.
There are typically four sorts of Citrus scents are an exceptionally Summer / Daytime
perfumes which is parfum, eau de good option. However, they If you spend the entire summer
parfum, eau de toilette, and eau de tend to evaporate more crushing the living daylights out of the
cologne. The fragrance oil content of quickly than other scents, same old bottle of musk, you are
these four perfumes is the primary so you might probably need doing terribly with fragrance. The overwhelming, and EDP is a way to scent. If you are the bride, you might
distinction between them. to keep a bottle in your bag majority of your day might consist of go. want to wear it during wedding-
0 Parfum: Contains the maximum for midday reapplication. much activities outdoor such as Wedding related activities only, where you are
concentration of fragrances, An EDP or EDT might get commuting, working, and running Aside from being an excuse to shine subconsciously training your brain to
specifically between 20% to 30%. It along and remain for at errands. So, you don’t need to wear your shoes and dress your best, it’s associate the smell with the event.
can easily last between 6 and 8 hours, least the final hour of the the most extravagant perfume. also a chance to break out a special
making it the longest in its category. workday. Instead, pick softer scents with floral, scent. This is the perfect time to pull Since you won’t be wearing this
0 Eau de Parfum (EDP): Varying Date Night citrusy, or earthy tones. out your favourite fragrance, the one perfume every day, your brain won’t
between 15% and 20%, its fragrance You don’t go on dates Also, the midday temperatures are that you can connect with. It’s a good become familiar with it or “nose
concentration can last up to 5 to 7 frequently, so when you warm, and heat extends the duration way to maintain your individuality, blind” to it. Therefore, when you
hours. EDP fragrances will usually do, you want them to be and range of a fragrance. mingle around, and get to know a spritz it back, you will be able to
contain heavier molecules or memorable. For special Consequently, new person. appreciate the moment as it will
perfume notes which are stronger evenings, especially if it’s heavier scents trigger your brain.
and bolder to the nose, improving the your first date, you may such as For a special occasion, there is a
silage and longevity of the scent. If wish to select a scent that Parfum need for a Choose an EDP to go the distance.
you have sensitive skin, go for an EDP evokes confidence, such might be special Or, if you choose, you can also use
instead of a parfum. as something sweet, Parfum, as the ceremony is fairly
0 Eau de Toilette (EDT): An Eau de woody, spicy, or musky.
Toilette is a scent with a higher lengthy since Parfum contains the
concentration than Eau de Cologne If you want to stand maximum proportion of
but a lesser concentration than Eau out from the crowd, essential oils, allowing them
de Parfum. It normally includes 8%- consider the following to linger until the last show
15% fragrance oil and lasts scientific information. at midnight.
approximately 4-6 hours. The human brain’s
0 Eau de Cologne (Cologne): Eau olfactory memory is the When
de Cologne, or cologne, is a fragrance strongest. This implies choosing the
that originated in (obviously) that you should select right scent to
Cologne, Germany. The term refers distinctive notes such use, it is
to a very light concentration of as pomegranate, advisible to
perfume oils, often between 2% and think about
4%, that is diluted with additional the mood you
alcohol and only lasts for a few hours. want to set.

Choosing the right scent can make
or break your first impression. A
strong, overpowering scent will be
too much and leave a bad
impression, while a too soft, light
scent may not even be noticed as it
isn’t strong enough to be picked up

Find the right types
of fragrances that fit
the temperature as
well. – DIOR

The fragrance
concentration of a
perfume often indicates
the intensity of the
perfume oils and
alcohol inside it. – ISSEY
MIYAKE

EDUCATION

20 theSun LYFE ON TUESDAY | OCTOBER 18, 2022

WHEN Malaysia was Daring to
formed on Sept 16, 1963, dream
three stripes were added Growing up with both his parents as 2018, at the Great Ocean Road
to the Jalur Gemilang (at schoolteachers, Edan had otherwise Running Festival (GORRF) of Apollo Yayasan MSU scholar Mohd Syahidan Alias.
the time, Bendera Malaysia) as well never had sports as his natural Bay, Australia, representing Malaysia
as three more points to the Malaysian environment or a career option. Yet with the support of Visit Victoria, towards where he can help. society about health and physical
flag’s 11-point star; both to signify the the regular guy with a day job as Edan emerged the Men Open “Physical education has become education.”
addition of Sabah, Sarawak, and Coach at Smart Athletics Club (SAC), Champion and set a new record with
Singapore. The fourteenth stripe and who himself had self-trained to save his 4 hours 29 minutes – the best even more vital and critical for Mohd Syahidan Alias or Edan
point, which remained upon on coaching fees, went on to create a performance by an Asian against the society, what with the recent Covid- Syah is the Head Coach responsible
Singapore’s leaving on Aug 9, 1965, name for himself in the arena. event’s 60km distance. And all that he 19 pandemic. We are built to move, in bringing MSU its first athletics
eventually came to be associated had actually set out to do was only to and many of our body’s systems medal via the 3,000km Steeplechase
with Malaysia’s federal territories of “Dreams are good only if you complete the distance strong. perform better when we exercise event of SUKIPT 2022. Edan was a key
Kuala Lumpur, Labuan, and commit to them. I dared to dream regularly. I want to inspire and assist facilitator/participant in the MSU
Putrajaya. Four years ago today on because I dared to work towards Inspired by Japanese citizen future generations in improving Malaysia Book of Record ‘The
the Malaysia Day of 2018, against a them. There is no shortcut to runner Yuki Kawauchi – the Boston personal health through physical Longest Non-Stop Baton Relay Run’
backdrop of Australia’s Sydney Opera excellence; hard work beats talent. Marathon 2018’s Men’s Champion – education. Eventually, I’d like for (168 hours; 2,352km; 7 days, 2 nights)
House, Jalur Gemilang sprinted to a With discipline and time Edan has completed 33 full everyone to learn to run smart, but in conjunction with MSU’s AIDS
Guinness World Record (GWR) – management, have faith that the marathons to date and records a my current mission is to encourage Awareness Campaign of 2009. He led
figuratively, on the back of Yayasan magic will happen.” personal best of 2 hours 30 minutes; everyone to stay active through flag bearers comprising medallists of
MSU scholar Mohd Syahidan Alias. which he achieved at the Gold Coast physical activity. I hope more school SUKIPT 2022 into the MSU
Ever since Edan began running Australia Marathon in 2017. athletes and fitness enthusiasts will Chancellor Hall at the closing
The citizen runner currently full marathons in 2011, he has been join me and become ceremony of MSU MyDay and
undertaking Bachelor in Education travelling the world for nearly ten “I would like to thank MSU transformational leaders educating Merdeka celebration.
(Physical Education and Health) years now with the support of president Professor Tan Sri Dato’
(Hons) studies via the Micro- sponsors. Other than to Australia, he Wira Dr Mohd Shukri Ab Yajid for his
Credential programme at the has also been to Japan, Germany, trust and confidence in me to pursue
Management and Science University England, the United States, Taiwan, my higher education with the
(MSU) School of Education and Hong Kong, Macau, Thailand, support of Yayasan MSU. I had never
Social Sciences (SESS) clocked 2 Vietnam, the Philippines, and expected to return to university at the
hours, 54 minutes, 34 seconds to set Myanmar. age of 35. It was challenging at first to
the GWR for the Fastest Full juggle classes, assignments, projects,
Marathon Dressed in National Flag He went into the Abbott World exams and presentations with my
Costume at the Blackmores Running Marathon Majors with a goal of current coaching job, while also
Festival in Sydney. Shattering a clocking below the three-hour mark, working at improving my running
previous record of 3 hours 29 and finished all six (Berlin Marathon, fitness for future marathons. Yet, I’ve
minutes, his was one of four feats that Boston Marathon twice, Chicago had a fantastic time working with my
included a costume – the other three Marathon, London Marathon, New classmates over the past six months,
record setters were dressed as a York Marathon, and Tokyo and I’m surprised that I’ve been able
surfer, a French maid, and a monk. Marathon) in four years. In 2016, he to balance my studies and obtain
was honoured with ‘Malaysia’s Top decent grades in my first semester.”
He said: “It was a challenge all its Marathoner’, and became the first
own as it was a windy day and I felt independent Malaysian marathoner Because the best kind of learning
my body swaying from side to side to qualify for the SEA Games does not train you to win but instead
every time the wind blew! The drag Marathon 2017 on merit as well as teaches you what winning might
was so strong but when I heard selected for the National Kita Juara mean – build your capacity to act, for
people cheering me on with ‘Go Program at the age of 30. example – Edan keeps running not
Malaysia!’ the goosebumps I got just only towards his dreams but also
spurred me on!” On his maiden ultramarathon in

Describing himself as a citizen
runner because he is a working adult
with a passion for running, Mohd
Syahidan is professionally as well as
popularly and affectionately called
Edan Syah. Born in Terengganu but
raised in Selangor, Edan had started
running on his own at a later age.

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IN THE HIGH COURT OF MALAYA
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(COMMERCIAL DIVISION) Mighty Windies humbled in another T20 World Cup upset
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(M) Sdn Bhd outplayed West Indies in all and perform bad as players, you
on Wednesday, 19th October at 12.00pm. (Company No. 972415-K) Cup opener in Hobart yesterday, departments. want the next game to come as fast
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petition must serve on or send by the third hole of a Uihlein took a one- Tour for the Saudi-financed startup.
NOTICE OF PROPOSED REDUCTION OF SHARE CAPITAL post to the abovenamed solicitors playoff to defeat shot lead after a The four-time major champion had
NAN YUAN TEXTILE IMPORT & EXPORT SDN. BHD. for the Petitioner notice in writing Peter Uihlein and second-round 63. struggled to get past multiple
Company no. 198301010798 (106116-K) of his intention to do so. The notice win the LIV Golf nagging injuries.
must state the name and address Invitational Yesterday, Koepka
NAN YUAN TEXTILE IMPORT & EXPORT SDN. BHD. (Company no. 198301010798 of the person, or, if a firm, the name Jeddah yesterday in shot a 69 and “It’s been before LIV, when I
(106116-K)) (“the Company”) hereby gives notice that a special resolution to reduce and address of the firm and must Saudi Arabia. Uihlein a 70 to blew my knee out and my foot was
the share capital of the Company has been passed on 14th October 2022. The special be signed by the person or firm, Koepka opened tie at 12- pointed that way, almost
resolution is set out below: - or his or their solicitor (if any) and the tournament under for the backwards and sideways,” Koepka
SPECIAL RESOLUTION must be served, or, if posted must with an 8- weekend. said.
PROPOSED CAPITAL REDUCTION PURSUANT TO SECTION 117 OF THE COMPANIES be sent by post in sufficient time under 62 They each
ACT 2016 to reach the abovenamed not later birdied the first “Credit to (orthopedic surgeon
RESOLVED: than twelve o’clock noon of the Brooks Koepka celebrates on the two playoff Neal) ElAttrache. Throw his name
THAT subject to the approvals of the relevant authorities and/ or parties being obtained 13th March 2023. podium after his win in the LIV holes before out there. I still – I mean, eventually
(where required), approval be and is hereby given to the Company, to reduce the issued Golf Invitational-Jeddah at the Uihlein found I’m going to have to have knee
share capital of the Company via the cancellation of the issued share capital of the IN THE HIGH COURT OF MALAYA Royal Greens Golf Club. – AFPPIX the sand and hit replacement in a few years, but I
Company which is lost or unrepresented by available assets of RM209,007 pursuant AT KUALA LUMPUR his third shot didn’t know what was – I wasn’t
to Section 117 of the Act. The corresponding credit of RM209,007 arising from the from there sure whether I could even move
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of Directors of the Company at a later date and in the best interest of the Company, as : WA-28NCC-606-07/2022 rolled in in right now.”
permitted by the relevant and applicable laws. In the Matter of Silverkey Mining another
THAT the Board be and are hereby authorised to take do all such acts, deeds and/ or (M) Sdn Bhd birdie, and in Koepka overcame a string of
things incidental, and/ or as may be required and/ or as considered necessary and/ or (Company No. 976198-T) doing so three straight bogeys at Nos. 11-13
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Union stun Dortmund
to keep No. 1 spot Real stake claim

UNION BERLIN’S fairytale run at the top of the Unbeaten Madrid defeat Barcelona in Clasico to top La Liga
Bundesliga continued yesterday after a howler REIGNING champions Real
from Borussia Dortmund goalkeeper Gregor Madrid beat Barcelona 3-1 three points. The Catalans had season and there’s a lot of games including Jules Kounde returning
Kobel helped them to a stunning 2-0 win over in the Clasico to overtake conceded just one league goal in still to play. We’re happy with our in place of Gerard Pique.
Edin Terzic’s side. their fierce rivals at the top eight games before the Clasico but
shipped double that tally in the performance”. Last season Barcelona’s best
Two first half goals from Janik Haberer put Madrid midfielder Luka moment came at the Bernabeu, as
Union into dreamland in front of a raucous of La Liga on Sunday. first half, leaving Madrid as the Modric later told DAZN: Xavi’s side earned a surprising 4-0
home crowd as they extended their five-week Karim Benzema opened the division’s only unbeaten side. “We knew there would win, but this visit found them at
run at the top of the table and pulled four scoring in the 12th minute by “The first half was the key. We come a time in the game their lowest ebb since the Spanish
points clear of Bayern Munich, who moved converting a rebound after Marc- were the better team and were where we had to suffer, World Cup winner took charge.
second with a thumping 5-0 win at home over Andre ter Stegen saved from strong and clinical,” Madrid boss because they move the
Freiburg. Vinicius Junior, with Fede Valverde Ancelotti told realmadrid.com. ball well, and that’s “The feeling I have right now is
drilling home the second from the “We managed to play out from when each of us had to that we’re in a negative dynamic
“We are performing so consistently. edge of the box before the break. the back well because they were give more, defend well, where nothing is going for us,” Xavi
Sometimes we get the rub of the green, but Ferran Torres pulled one back pressing high up the pitch. and we did it. told DAZN. “I can’t be happy with
today it was no coincidence that we won,” said for Barcelona in the final stages “We played with confidence, “In attack we were anything, losing in the Bernabeu 3-
Haberer, as he was hugged by Union’s mascot in after good work by Ansu Fati, but playing out from the back and we convincing, we scored 1 is very bad.”
the bowels of the stadium after the game. Rodrygo won and converted a late were strong up front. Everybody three goals and I’m very
penalty to ensure Carlo Ancelotti’s was engaged and that was key happy for our Barca defender Kounde added:
The visitors got off to a nightmare start after side inflicted Barcelona’s first to winning the game. performance, I think “We are very disappointed. I don’t
Kobel handed Union the opener on a silver domestic defeat of the season. “We’ve taken all three we had a great game.” think we had a bad game but in the
platter. Madrid ended the Catalans’ points from a strong team After a damaging first half we failed where they are
seven-game winning streak in the in this competition who draw with Inter Milan strong, on transitions.
As he stepped up to receive a routine league and added to the still-raw are doing well this midweek that left
backpass from Raphael Guerreiro, Kobel slipped pain of their struggles in Europe, season. Barcelona Barcelona’s European “I think that for the first goal we
on the grass in his own penalty area, allowing where they are on the verge of are a good side hopes hanging should have committed a foul to
Haberer to tap the ball into the empty net. Champions League elimination. with plenty of by a thread, stop the counter attack, and the
Barcelona, who spent heavily in strengths. Xavi made second is quite similar. That’s the
“It was lucky for us that he slipped, but when the summer to try and catch up “It’s a changes, strength of (their) team.
you’re at the top, that’s when you get the luck,” with their rivals, now trail them by l o n g
said Union defender Timo Baumgartl. Sometimes they don’t have the
ball, are suffering and then they
Haberer doubled the lead shortly afterwards, score two goals.” –
smashing the ball into the bottom corner after AFP/Agencies
Union had danced through the lethargic
Dortmund backline. Federico Valverde (above)
celebrates with teammates after
Champions Bayern are back on course, scoring Madrid’s second goal
meanwhile, after they leapfrogged Freiburg into against Barcelona. – REUTERSPIX
second with only their second win in seven
league games. Napoli stay on Serie A summit after 10th win

“From the first second to the last today, we UNSTOPPABLE Napoli opened a two-point chase it down in numbers, and these are very Lazio were held to a 0-0 draw by visiting
showed who is boss,” said Bayern striker Eric- lead in Serie A after a 3-2 home win over important matches to take home, as there is Udinese yesterday, the first time they have
Maxim Choupo-Moting after his side rampaged Bologna yesterday which extended their the risk the team can relax and try to play in a dropped points in their last five games.
to victory in Munich. – AFP winning run to 10 in a row in all competitions. ‘normal’ fashion.
Lazio coach Maurizio Sarri blamed the pitch
Mbappe insists Luciano Spalletti’s side have got 11 wins “It was good to see that after mistakes, the for the result, while striker Ciro Immobile came
he ‘never asked and two draws in their last 13 Serie A matches, players would try to hunt the ball back down off injured.
to leave’ PSG scoring 35 goals. immediately. That made me think it is
wonderful to be the coach of these lads. “I’m a coach who wants his teams to make
KYLIAN MBAPPE insisted yesterday he has Substitute Victor Osimhen got what proved 700 passes to feet in every game, I’m not
“never asked to leave” Paris Saint-Germain to be the winner in the 69th minute after an “Once again, the players who came off the suited to this type of pitch, so if this remains
despite widespread reports last week that he intense match in which 17th-placed Bologna bench proved decisive in the end, so that can the pitch, the club should think of someone
would seek a move away from the Qatar-owned put up a tough fight. be more important than starting the match. else,” he said.
club as soon as possible. Everyone is involved.”
“What became fundamental was managing Struggling teams Spezia and Cremonese
The 23-year-old France superstar was to change the inertia of the game,” Spalletti Sandro Tonali’s late goal sealed a 2-1 win drew 2-2, with the latter now second-bottom
speaking in the wake of PSG’s 1-0 win over told DAZN. for champions AC Milan at Hellas Verona, on four points, a point above basement club
Marseille, in which he set up Neymar for the making them the only side unbeaten on the Sampdoria who have a game in hand. –
only goal as his side moved three points clear at “We always approached it the same way, road in the big five European leagues in 2022. Reuters
the top of Ligue 1. trying to get the ball into the penalty area, to

“I am very happy. I have never asked to leave
in January,” he said while insisting that he was
not “implicated directly or indirectly” in the
rumours about his future.

The story emerged last Tuesday, hours
before PSG’s 1-1 Champions League draw with
Benfica in which he scored.

“I didn’t understand why the story came out
on the day of a game. I was as shocked as
everyone,” Mbappe claimed.

“People can think I was involved but I wasn’t
at all.”

Several sources assure that the noise about
Mbappe wanting to leave PSG came from the
entourage of the player himself.

Mbappe has openly admitted that he has
not enjoyed his position in the Paris attack this
season, saying he plays with “more freedom”
when on international duty.

But he insisted that there was no truth that
he wanted to leave Paris, saying: “It is
completely false. I am very happy.”

Neymar’s goal against Marseille came in first-
half stoppage time as PSG beat their bitter rivals
at the Parc des Princes to maintain their
unbeaten start to the season.

The game also featured a red card for
Marseille defender Samuel Gigot, who was
dismissed in the second half for scything down
Neymar.

It was a welcome return to winning ways for
PSG after three straight draws and a week
overshadowed by the doubts about Mbappe’s
future.

PSG are three points clear of surprise
package Lorient, who drew 0-0 on Saturday
with Reims.

Lens are five points behind the leaders in
third, with Marseille another point adrift now in
fourth. – AFP

23theSUN ON TUESDAY | OCTOBER 18, 2022
* SPORTS

█ JONATHAN VEAL Rodgers confident Foxes can climb out of drop zone visiting captain Luka Milivojevic looked
UNDER-PRESSURE Leicester boss at the positives.
Brendan Rodgers insists his players are still playing for him. game. Saturday was just about “They so want to win football
up for the fight as they bid to climb He says their desire to turn things reinforcing all of that. Talent will always matches, especially the moment we are He said: “We knew that they were
away from relegation trouble. have a limit but there can be no limit to in, but they know it only takes a win under pressure and we know they
around cannot be questioned. your effort. and we have that feeling again. It is just didn’t have a good start to the season,
The Foxes have won just one of their “There’s no doubt, you saw that on constant reinforcement in them and but we know that today we are going
opening 10 games and remain in the “Your talent can hit a ceiling. but support and helping them get back to to face a good team who is fighting for
bottom three after Saturday’s goalless Saturday, you saw it in the Forest game, what you can never be short on is effort the level.” their lives.
draw with Crystal Palace. the desire, the motivation and effort and we saw that. You can see the
they put in and they got the result,” he players, the fight is there, the Leicester had the better of the “It was a must-win game for them.
The fans have turned on Rodgers, said. motivation is there and we know stalemate, with a disappointing Palace We knew they are a quality team and it
calling for him to be sacked after the patience is needed, but it is a long haul. only having one shot on target. But would be tough for us, but in the end
match, but he believes the players are “Bournemouth was disappointing we kept a clean sheet, which is positive.”
because we were in total control of the – The Independent

RESULTS & STANDINGS ‘I don’t have a comment’

ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Aston Ten Hag refuses to discuss officials █ SIMON PEACH
Villa 0 Chelsea 2 (Mount 6, 65), Leeds 0 after Magpies stalemate
Arsenal 1 (Saka 35), Liverpool 1 (Salah ERIK TEN HAG kept his counsel about the
76) Manchester City 0, Manchester officiating after Manchester United failed to “kill”
United 0 Newcastle 0, Southampton 1 off Newcastle in a frustrating goalless draw.
(Perraud 20) West Ham 1 (Rice 64).

Arsenal P W D L F A Pts
10 9 0 1 24 10 27
Man City 10 7 2 1 33 10 23
Tottenham 10 7 2 1 22 10 23 A packed Old Trafford witnessed a tense Premier
Chelsea 9 6 1 2 15 10 19 League clash between these top-six sides yesterday,
Man United 9 5 1 3 13 15 16 which started with Callum Wilson seeing a penalty
Newcastle 10 3 6 1 17 9 15 appeal ignored.
Brighton 9 4 2 3 14 11 14
Liverpool 9 3 4 2 21 12 13 Joelinton twice hit the woodwork during an
Brentford 10 3 4 3 18 17 13 impressive first half from Newcastle, but the hosts
Bournemouth 10 3 4 3 10 22 13 bounced back after the break and Cristiano Ronaldo
Fulham 10 3 3 4 16 20 12 quickly saw two goals ruled out.
West Ham 10 3 2 5 9 11 11
Crystal Palace 9 2 4 3 10 12 10 There was no argument about the first decision but
Everton 10 2 4 4 8 11 10 the Portuguese was enraged by the second as he claimed
Leeds 9 2 3 4 11 13 9 Fabian Schar had taken the freekick, meaning he was free
Aston Villa 10 2 3 5 7 13 9 to nip in to score before Nick Pope could react.
Wolves 10 2 3 5 4 12 9
Southampton 10 2 2 6 9 18 8 Howe disagreed with that viewpoint and said it would
Leicester 10 1 2 7 15 24 5 have been “very hard to swallow” if it had not been
Nottm Forest 10 1 2 7 7 23 5 disallowed, which was put to Ten Hag in the post-match
press conference.
CHAMPIONSHIP: Hull 0 Birmingham 2.
TOP 5 P W D L F A Pts “I don’t have a comment,” the United boss said.
Burnley 14 6 7 1 24 12 25 “Everyone has seen it.”
Sheff United 14 7 4 3 24 13 25
Norwich 14 7 3 4 21 15 24 As well as the Ronaldo decision, Jadon Sancho was
QPR 14 7 3 4 20 16 24 among those to see second-half penalty appeals ignored
Blackburn 15 8 0 7 18 17 24 and Ten Hag spoke animatedly to referee Craig Pawson
after the final whistle.
LA LIGA: Celta Vigo 1 (Aspas 39) Real
Sociedad 2 (Illaramendi 30, Zubeldia 54), The Dutchman chuckled when asked if that was
Real Madrid 3 (Benzema 12, Valverde 35, because he was unhappy with several decisions,
Rodrygo 90+1-pen) Barcelona 1 (Torres responding: “As I said, I share that with them. You can try
83), Espanyol 1 (Joselu 78) Real (to ask me).
Valladolid 0, Real Betis 3 (Carvalho 23,
71, Iglesias 66) Almeria 1 (Toure 52). “Everyone has seen the game. It’s your job to judge
the performance from the teams and from the refs not
TOP 5 P W D L F A Pts Manchester United’s me, so I will not do it.”
Real Madrid 9 8 1 0 22 8 25 Jadon Sancho (left)
Barcelona 9 7 1 1 21 4 22 Despite feeling hard done by, Ten Hag’s side nearly
A. Madrid 9 6 1 2 15 7 19 in action with snatched victory at the death as substitute Marcus
Real Betis 9 6 1 2 13 6 19 Newcastle United’s Rashford crossed for Fred before heading just wide deep
Real Sociedad 9 6 1 2 15 12 19 in stoppage time.
Kieran Trippier
SERIE A: Inter Milan 2 (Martinez 14, during the English “I’m disappointed with the result but I’m happy with
Barella 58) Salernitana 0, Lazio 0 Premier League at the performance,” Ten Hag said. “A lot of elements of the
Udinese 0, Napoli 3 (Jesus 45, Lozano 49, team, the way of playing, we transferred on the pitch. We
Osimhen 69) Bologna 2 (Zirkzee 41, Old Trafford. – have seen that.
Barrow 51), Spezia 2 (Nzola 19, Holm 22) REUTERSPIX
Cremonese 2 (Dessers 2, Pickel 52), “The pressing the whole game was good. The second
Verona 1 (Gunter 19) AC Milan 2 (Veluso 9- half possession was better. We made an improvement
og, Tonali 81). after half-time.

TOP 5 P W D L F A Pts “Then you saw we dominate that game in the second
Napoli 10 8 2 0 25 9 26 half by far and also in the end the physical, again the
Atalanta 10 7 3 0 16 6 24 mentality, how we kept going.
AC Milan 10 7 2 1 20 10 23
Lazio 10 6 3 1 21 5 21 “You saw the problems they had and that is one of the
Udinese 10 6 3 1 19 10 21 best physical teams in the League.

“They all had cramp and we didn’t because we let
them run because we were good on the ball and our
pressing was good. In the end we break them but didn’t
kill them by not scoring.

“We had the chances with Rashford – the assist for
Fred and header from a great, great cross from Casemiro.

“Okay, that happens in football, so happy with the
performance but disappointed with the result.” – The
Independent

BUNDESLIGA: Cologne 3 Augsburg 2, Arteta praises Arsenal’s ‘resilience and fight’
Union Berlin 2 Borussia Dortmund 0,
Bayern Munich 5 Freiburg 0. █ MARK WALKER
MIKEL ARTETA said Arsenal had
TOP 5 P W D L F A Pts overcome their toughest for a push by the striker on The Gunners boss felt his side half they were really good,
Union Berlin 10 7 2 1 18 6 23 examination of the season so far Gabriel. should “have scored two or three” incredible atmosphere and they
B. Munich 10 5 4 1 30 8 19 after a 1-0 win at Leeds kept them in the first half, but admitted his deserve credit for that.”
Freiburg 10 5 3 2 14 13 18 top of the Premier League. When asked if Leeds had given players lost their way in the
Hoffenheim 10 5 2 3 17 10 17 his side their biggest test yet, second after coming under Leeds boss Jesse Marsch was
E.Frankfurt 10 5 2 3 21 17 17 Bukayo Saka’s thumping first Arteta said: “Probably. We sustained pressure. “disappointed and frustrated” after
half finish was enough to clinch expected some very hectic and his side’s winless run was
FRENCH LIGUE 1: Toulouse 3Angers 2, the Gunners their ninth win in 10 chaotic moments. “From the first whistle in the extended to six matches.
Auxerre 1 Nice 1, Troyes 1 Ajaccio 1, League games, while Leeds United second half we started with no
Rennes 3 Lyon 2, Nantes 4 Brest 1, missed a penalty and had another “The way they play and the rhythm, not making the right “We’ve had a number of games
Monaco 1 Clermont 1, Paris Saint- spot-kick decision overturned in atmosphere that this produces in decisions time after time and we where we’ve been on top and
Germain 1 Marseille 0. stoppage time. this stadium. I’m really pleased we put ourselves in big trouble,” the been the better team and we
managed to handle it.” Spaniard said. don’t find ways to get the goals
TOP 5 P W D L F A Pts Both decisions came after VAR we deserve.
Paris SG 11 9 2 0 29 5 29 interventions and a third saw Arteta admitted his side rode “But when you get in those
Lorient 11 8 2 1 21 14 26 Leeds substitute Patrick Bamford’s their luck in a game that had been moments I love the resilience, the “We were better on the day, but
Lens 11 7 3 1 18 8 24 second-half “equaliser” ruled out delayed by 40 minutes shortly fight, the character and the we’re walking away with nothing.
Marseille 11 7 2 2 20 8 23 after kickoff when referee Chris courage that the team showed to So again, we’ve got to find ways to
Rennes 11 6 3 2 23 11 21 Kavanagh and his officials lost win the game. take the good things and have it
contact with VAR and goal-line add up to results.” – The
technology due to a power cut. “Credit to Leeds. In the second Independent

QUOTE OF THE DAY

The first half was the key. We were the
better team and were strong and clinical … We
played with confidence, playing out from the back
and we were strong up front. Everybody was engaged
and that was key to winning the game.”

TUESDAY • OCTOBER 18, 2022 Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti

MANCHESTER CITYmanager Pep It’s Anfield! Klopp admits
Guardiola has hit out City boss Guardiola hit out at deserved red
at VAR for disallowing decision to disallow City goal card after going
his team a goal against Liverpool. ‘over the top’
City’s unbeaten start to the
season ended at Anfield thanks to █ CARL MARKHAM
a late Mohamed Salah strike and
Guardiola has criticised two of his LIVERPOOL manager Jurgen Klopp accepted he
players for their role in the winner. “went over the top” and “lost it” so fully deserved
City thought they had taken his red card in his side’s 1-0 victory over
the lead earlier in the second half. Manchester City.
Phil Foden squeezed the ball into
the net from a tight angle after The Reds boss was furious referee Anthony
good work from Erling Haaland. Taylor had not given a foul on goalscorer
However, VAR recommended Mohamed Salah by Bernardo Silva late in the
referee Anthony Taylor to review game but his anger, also directed at the assistant
an incident involving Haaland referee just yards from the incident, saw him
and Fabinho. dismissed from the touchline.
Taylor deemed the Norway
striker to have fouled Fabinho in Anfield’s technical area had been a fiery
the build-up and the goal was place, with City boss Pep Guardiola apoplectic
ruled out. that Phil Foden’s earlier goal had been
Asked what he thought of the overturned by Taylor after VAR advised him to
decision, Guardiola told beIN view the pitchside monitor for an Erling Haaland
SPORTS: “It’s Anfield. It’s Anfield.” foul on Fabinho in the build-up.
Guardiola insisted Taylor let a
lot of fouls go during the 90 What Klopp said to the officials remains
minutes but bemoaned the fact unclear but it was enough to see him instantly
Foden’s effort was disallowed. dismissed.
He added: “Do you know how
many fouls there were in the “The red card was my fault. I went over the
game? Do you know how many? A top in the moment but I don’t think I was
lot. It’s one more. disrespectful to anyone,” said the Reds boss.
“With the other ones it’s play
on, play on and play on but this “When you look at the pictures back I know
one, not play on. I know the myself at 55 years old the way I look in these
reason why, we scored a goal. moments is already worth a red card.
That’s why.
“Listen, it’s done. We lost “I lost it in that moment and that is not OK
because we made a mistake. Tight but a little bit of an excuse. I would like to
games and the decisions… tight mention how can you not whistle that foul? How
games are different. on earth is that possible?”
“We could not score, we had
the chances, played with Taylor had allowed the players something of
incredible personality from the a free rein in the game as he tried to play
back and making transitions advantage as often as he could but occasionally
because of their quality and that’s that was the wrong decision in a high-tempo,
all.” high stakes game.
Salah’s goal came following a
long kick from Liverpool “I heard now that people said it was Anfield
goalkeeper Alisson, who caught that made the VAR decision,” added Klopp.
Kevin De Bruyne’s tame freekick.
Guardiola criticised De Bruyne “With a foul on Mo, Anfield had no chance to
for not tracking back and also Joao make any impact. It’s a foul on Fabinho (in the
Cancelo, who lost out in a 50-50 to lead up to Foden’s goal), I think we agree on
Salah which saw the Egyptian that. Is it not enough to pull somebody down?
through on goal.
Guardiola said: “It was a really “Then Ali (goalkeeper Alisson Becker) has the
good game. Both sides tight as hand on the ball (before Haaland frees it), so
usual and we made a mistake. that’s a save how I understand it.
“Kevin didn’t follow the
transition and Joao lost the duel, “So there was already the first moment
and we lost with one action. But in where Pep and I were pretty animated but
general the game was really good.” actually for the same reason to be 100% honest.
When asked about Cancelo in
particular, Guardiola said: “He “We were not arguing with each other, not at
will learn, he will learn. From the all. Then that situation (with Salah) I just had the
situation he will learn for the perfect view and the linesman, and you can
future.” imagine we are 1-0 up and we have a free-kick
City midfielder Bernardo Silva there or a counter-attack there.
was as disappointed as his Liverpool’s Mohamed
manager with the decision to now Salah celebrates after “That is pretty much a 100% difference and
allow Foden’s goal. The scoring the opening that was when I snapped and again I am not
Portuguese told Sky Sports: “What goal during the English proud of that, but it happened.”
we expect from the referees is Premier League match
consistency in the decisions. against Manchester Victory was a much-needed shot in the arm
“And when you go through a City at Anfield for Liverpool’s confidence and their season,
path of not whistling little contact, yesterday. – AFPPIX which has been erratic so far.
throughout the whole game you
need to keep those decisions to They have generally been defensively weak
keep going that way. but found the resilience when they needed it to
“If you want to whistle all of halt a City side that had previously won 10 and
them, whistle all of them but if drawn three of their competitive matches,
from the beginning of the game having lost to Liverpool in the FA Community
you’re not whistling little fouls towards Guardiola, who revealed “This is totally unacceptable Klopp said he was not aware of Shield.
and we saw in this game that he he was a target for missiles hurled behaviour and not the standards the matter but apologised on
was letting us play – which is good, from the crowd after Foden’s goal of behaviour we expect at Anfield. behalf of the home club. “You have to play to your limits and further,
it’s fine – then if there’s a goal you was disallowed. that’s what we did,” added Klopp. “We defended
cannot whistle that soft one.” “This incident will be fully He said: “Oh, horrible. I am in an extremely well organised but very
In related news, Liverpool have A club spokesperson said: “We investigated using CCTV and sorry. I apologise for that. I had no passionate way, closed the right gaps,
pledged to ban for life anyone are aware of an incident involving those found guilty will be idea about it. It never should challenged in the right areas.
found guilty of throwing coins objects being thrown into the punished, including a lifetime ban happen, never.” – The
technical area at today’s game. from Anfield Stadium.” Independent “But they still get through. They still get to
the touchline, they still have an incredible
amount of players in the box and how we
defended the box, and especially the six-yard
box, was absolutely exceptional because I think
we all know City have the square pass and one
(player) is waiting free in front of the goal.

“It was a top performance from all the boys
and that’s why we could win it.” – The
Independent

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