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Bangkok residents urged to evacuate from high risk flood areas Posted: 27 Oct 2011 10:36 PM PDT BANGKOK -- The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has advised people living in all localities of the Tawee Watana District, now highly at risk of floods, to evacuate from the area, where floodwater has kept rising overnight, reports Thai News Agency (TNA). The BMA acknowledged on Friday that the City Authority has also kept a specially-close watch on the water situation in Bangkhen area, where flows of floodwater from upstream provinces have been approaching. Earlier, the BMA urged people in heavily-flooded Bang Plad and Charansanitwong areas to evacuate to safe grounds, as the water in the nearby Chao Phraya River has been overflowing during a high tide period late this month, now inundating other areas along and adjacent to the main river as well, including Pin Klao, Arun Amarin, Ta Prachan, Ta Chang and even roads surrounding Sanam Luang ceremonial ground and the Grand Palace, as high as 20-50 centimetres. Meanwhile, Bangkok Governor M.R. Sukhumbhand Paribatra travelled by boats to inspect more areas at risk of floods in the capital, including Siriraj Hospital, the Royal Thai Navy Convention Hall and the Rama VIII Bridge, as well as adjacent areas, where flood prevention measures have been fortified. The governor assessed, however, that the Government House and nearby areas should be safe from flooding. -- Bernama Full content generated by Get Full RSS.

Prince Nayef named Saudi's heir Posted: 27 Oct 2011 10:29 PM PDT BEIRUT, Lebanon -- King Abdullah of Saudi Arabia has appointed Interior Minister Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz as his heir, the state television reported today. "We chose His Royal Highness Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz as crown prince," Russian news agency Itar-Tass quoted the royal court as saying in a statement. The decision was made after a meeting of the Allegiance Council, a royal family body. Prince Nayef, 78, has been Saudi Interior Minister since 1975. His brother Crown Prince Sultan died of cancer in the United States a week ago. Prince Nayef has a reputation of the conservative leader in the entourage of the king. -- BERNAMA Full content generated by Get Full RSS.

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Work as one team to win polls, BN parties told Posted: 27 Oct 2011 10:58 AM PDT 2011/10/27 By M. Husairy Othman and Jaspal Singh news@nst.com.my GOOD READ... (From left) Students Mimi Hanie Shuhada Bakri, Nurul Hanim Shairani, Nor Hasrin Nadia Alias, Nurul Nabilah Hassan, Hadzirah Sabarudin and Noratikah Liana Awang Desa of Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Sepuluh in Lekir, Perak, are excited over the School Times published by the New Straits Times Press. The newspaper was launched yesterday by Deputy Prime MinisterTan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin, who is also education minister. — NST picture by Mohd Yusni Ariffin SITIAWAN: The current spat between DAP and Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) over the allocation of seats in Kedah is concrete proof of dissatisfaction within the opposition. Deputy Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin, who is also BN deputy chairman, said the standoff clearly showed that the parties in Pakatan Rakyat were only interested in strengthening their positions in the coming general election. "Pakatan is not united. Everybody wants more seats in the next election. They are only united when the election is held and will return to their usual squabbling after that. "Unlike them, Barisan Nasional has agreed to support whoever is fielded in the coming election as we are more concerned with serving the people," he said after launching School Times at SMK Batu Sepuluh in Lekir, near here yesterday. Kedah PKR chairman Datuk Wan Salleh Wan Isa was quoted as saying that the party would not give in to DAP, who wished to contest two parliamentary and six state seats in the next election. It contested two state seats in 2008. Earlier, at another function, Muhyiddin said unity among BN component parties would ensure its survival as the government. Speaking to over 500 BN members and leaders of Parit division, he said political cooperation among divisions was akin to having one football team. "Like football, there cannot be more than one team. We cannot have two or three teams, especially when we are facing the general election, or else the teams will suffer in the end. "That's why I have been stressing that all BN parties must work as one team," he said during a luncheon at the Kemas Training Centre here. Earlier, Muhyiddin and his wife, Puan Sri Norainee Abdul Rahman, attended a special meeting with hundreds of teachers from private (SAR), government-aided (SABK) and national (SMKA) religious schools at Universiti Teknologi Petronas' chancellor hall. Present were Perak Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Zambry Abdul Kadir and his wife, Datin Seri Saripah Zulkifli, Perak mufti Tan Sri Harussani Zakaria and state secretary Datuk Seri Dr Abdul Hashim. Muhyiddin, who is also Education Minister, presented aid worth RM15.8 million to 32 SAR, 24 SABK and three SMKA schools. Full content generated by Get Full RSS.

Aussie hiker dies in Johor forest outing Posted: 27 Oct 2011 10:56 AM PDT 2011/10/28 By Rizalman Hammim news@nst.com.my LABIS: A hiking adventure turned into a nightmare for four men when their friend died of suspected heart failure at the Sungai Bantang Forest Reserve in Bekok, near here, on Wednesday afternoon. The deceased was identified as Chris Burchill, 45, from Australia. The rest of the hikers were South African Marc Linneger, 35, Briton James Fraser, 45, Alan Chadwich, 33, and 54-year-old identified only as Jonathan, both from Australia. Burchill was believed to have suffered a heart attack when the group was reportedly lost in the forest reserve. Segamat police chief Superintendent Abdul Majid Mohd Ali said, police had classified the case as sudden death and were awaiting the post-mortem report before proceeding with investigations. The five entered the forest reserve at 8am on Wednesday before one of them contacted a friend in Singapore at about 3pm, telling him that Burchill had died and that they were lost. "The friend then contacted us and a rescue operation was immediately mounted," said Majid. He said the operation, which involved the police, the Fire and Rescue Department, Rela, Civil Defence Department, the Forestry Department and local villagers, began at 3.30pm but was called off just after midnight. "We resumed the search at 8.30am and found the lost hikers two hours later," he said. The four friends were seen sitting around Burchill's body. Majid said they encountered problems extricating the body and leading the hikers downhill due to heavy rain and rough terrain. The rescuers and the victims reached the base camp at 2.15pm where the other four hikers were given medical attention. They refused to comment on the incident. Burc hill 's body was sent to the Segamat Hospital where the postmortem would be conducted. "They were experienced hikers who had previously gone jungle trekking in Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia," Majid added. Full content generated by Get Full RSS.

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Golf / CIMB Asia Pacific Classic: Flawless Allenby sets the pace Posted: 27 Oct 2011 05:17 PM PDT 2011/10/28 Reports by Devinder Singh devinder@nst.com.my Defending champion Ben Crane plays a shot in the CIMB Asia Pacific Classic at the Mines Resort and Golf Club in Seri Kembangan yesterday. Crane fired a 69. — Picture by Yazit Razali ROBERT Allenby grabbed the first round lead with a flawless display featuring eight birdies for a one-stroke lead over Jhonattan Vegas in the CIMB Asia Pacific Classic yesterday. Australian Allenby fired an eight-under 63 as flight-mate Vegas shot a 64 in benign early morning conditions before rain interrupted play late in the afternoon at the Mines Resort and Golf Club in Seri Kembangan. By the time the heavens opened, Allenby and Vegas were already in the club-house with only Fredrik Jacobson proving a threat among the late starters as the Swede came home in 65. Allenby was off to a quick start, sinking four birdies in his opening six holes, before claiming four more birdies on the back-nine, including three in a row from the 15th, for a blemish-free round. "I'm happy with the way I played and hit the ball well all day. Overall, I'm happy with my golf," said Allenby, 40, seeking his first title since the 2009 Australian PGA Championship. "I've been playing well for a while but haven't put the scores on the board. To have a bogey-free round and shoot eight-under here is a great score. "My iron play was solid. I think more importantly, I made a lot of good putts. That's the part that has been letting me down of late and I've been working hard on it. "I'm starting to make some putts and hope that is where it is for the rest of the tournament." Allenby courted trouble on Tuesday when he was chased by a monkey at the 10th hole after getting too close in his attempt to take a picture but the only real danger he faced yesterday was a wayward tee shot on the par-four 18th. "I got away with a nice par on 18. I had just one wayward tee shot but I made a good par save. "The majority of my putts were between 10 and 20 feet. I hit a lot of greens too and I made most of the putts I looked at," said Allenby, who is looking to justify his selection as a wild card for next month's Presidents Cup clash between the Internationals and the United States in Melbourne. Vegas also had eight birdies on his card but crucially, a bogey at the par-four fourth cost the Venezuelan a share of the lead. But he finished strongly, birdieing his last four holes to put himself firmly in contention for the US$1.3 million (RM4 million) winner's purse. "I had a really good round and I hit the ball really well. I kept hitting on the fairways and the greens, made some good putts and finished with four birdies in a row which was a nice way to end the round. "Hopefully, we can keep that going for the next three days and hold the trophy on Sunday. "It's a great golf course and I'm hoping the rain will stay away," said Vegas, who won the Bob Hope Classic earlier this year. Jacobson sank an eagle on the par-four 15th on his way to a 65, two strokes behind Allenby, as the Swede sought to add to the Travellers Championship title he won in June. A trio of Americans -- Cameron Tringale, Jimmy Walker and Bo Van Pelt -- are a further shot behind on 66 while defending champion Ben Crane is six off the lead after a 69 for tied-19th. Full content generated by Get Full RSS.

Football / Malaysia Cup: Negri's Kunanlan aims to rattle rivals Posted: 27 Oct 2011 05:09 PM PDT 2011/10/28 By Ajitpal Singh ajitpalsingh@nst.com.my Fans rushing to buy the Malaysia Cup final tickets at the Tuanku Abdul Rahman Stadium in Paroi yesterday. NEGRI Sembilan's S. Kunanlan cut short his Deepavali celebrations to report for training in Paroi on Wednesday. The left winger was one of the first ones at the training ground and his readiness to train even surprised coach Azraai Khor Abdullah, who was not expecting him to arrive early. Kunanlan has sacrificed Deepavali celebrations with his family for training, and this shows he is determined to help Negri win the Malaysia Cup title tomorrow. "I have promised my family and friends a party if I return with the winner's medal on Saturday (tomorrow). I want a happy Deepavali and to have that, I need to give my 100 per cent in the match," said Kunanlan yesterday. "Everyone in the team has little time for matters outside the training ground. We just want to go through the training drills before we travel to Shah Alam Stadium for the final." The 25-year-old may not have scored many goals this season but his eye-catching runs along the left flank and inch-perfect crosses have helped Negri make an impact on the tournament. Kunanlan is expected to be closely shadowed by Terengganu players but the national player is prepared for the challenge. "I am prepared for anything. I will be unstoppable and my markers had better be prepared for it. "I want to repay Negri for making me a better player. I was signed as an unknown by Negri five years ago and today, because of them, I have achieved so much in the game," said the Semenyih-born midfielder. Kunanlan was rejected by other M-League teams before signing with Negri and with them, he has won two titles. He helped Negri win the 2009 Malaysia Cup and 2010 FA Cup titles, then under coach Wan Jamak Wan Hassan. On tomorrow's final, Kunanlan said Negri must dictate the pace and score early goals to rattle Terengganu. "We cannot allow them to score first. If they do, then it would be tough for us. I believe we need to build our game patiently from the back throughout the match," he added. Full content generated by Get Full RSS.

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MAHB gains on nod for new charges Posted: 27 Oct 2011 06:14 PM PDT Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd advanced to the highest level in more than a month in Kuala Lumpur trading after winning approval to increase international passenger service fees and aircraft landing and parking charges. The stock gained 2.4 percent to RM6.02 at 9:04 a.m. local time, set for the highest close since Sept. 21. -- Bloomberg Full content generated by Get Full RSS.

Hirotako jumps on MBM buyout offer Posted: 27 Oct 2011 06:11 PM PDT Hirotako Holdings Bhd, a Malaysian manufacturer of safety belts and air-bags for vehicles, rose to a record in Kuala Lumpur trading after MBM Resources Bhd made a buyout offer for the company at 97 sen a share. The stock jumped 7.4 percent to 94.5 sen at 9:02 a.m. local time. MBM gained 0.7 percent to RM3.12. -- Bloomberg Full content generated by Get Full RSS.

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BRIGHTER DAYS AHEAD Posted: 26 Oct 2011 11:20 AM PDT 2011/10/26 By Syed Umar Ariff and Ahmad Fairuz Othman Things are looking up for Danga City Mall which is fast becoming the hub for electronic gadgets THE quiet sections of Danga City Mall, with lots that have been left vacant for at least a year, may not spell the end of the shopping centre. The complex, which sits on 3.3ha of prime land just one kilometre from the city centre, was one of the most sought-after commercial properties in Johor Baru when it entered the market, fetching more than RM3,000 per sq ft (0.09 sq m). Originally known as the Best World Plaza, the RM240 million, seven-storey mall was badly hit by the Asian financial crisis and was forced to close down two years after its opening in 1996. And despite public perception that businesses are leaving in phases due to the lack of visitors and customers, one could be forgiven for the notion that the mall, that reopened in 2009, is just another newly-opened shopping centre. Following its promotion as the hub of electronic gadgets such as cell phones, computers and accessories, the mall has loyal customers frequenting its floors. Digital Valley is considered the busiest section in the mall, with people going in and out, buying the latest gadgets or purchasing the latest software for their machines. It has already attracted some of the biggest names in the IT industry such as Lenovo Concept Store, Panasonic Digital Centre, and Acer Computers. A sales assistant, who wished to be known as Zeti, said many shops on the floor where she worked had closed down, and this gave an impression that some traders were leaving. "While some traders have left, I see new businesses, such as a new beauty salon, setting up shop at the lower floors. "There has been word of traders from another shopping mall temporary relocating here while their premises are under renovations," said Zeti. At the same time, there are at least three stores selling second-hand items or collectibles for hobbyists. There is also a DJ academy for those interested in learning the art of turntabling. The TreasureStore buys, sells and rents secondhand novels, books and magazines for as low as RM1. There are similar shops selling old vinyl records, trinkets, costume jewellery and souvenir items. There are traditional Malay clothing such as baju kurung and baju kebaya, on the ground floor. But business is all about location. Adeline Kuah, who runs a thrift shop on the mall's fourth floor, said the location of her business does not attract a steady flow of new customers. The former nurse, in her 60s, continues to receive regular customers and the occasional newcomer who chances upon her shop. "There was a Canadian woman who discovered my shop as she was browsing on the fourth floor. She was pleasantly surprised to discover there are thrift shops in Johor Baru. Later, she gave some of her old shoes to my shop," she said. Eateries are available at every corner, with a food court on the lower ground floor. Diners flock to the food court during lunchtime as it offers a variety of cuisine, ranging from nasi campur and western food, to Penang cuisine such as char kway teow and soup noodles. The Excite Fitness Centre, which occupies 1,486 sq m on level five, is well equipped. It has become a favourite for fitness buffs because of its affordable membership fee, high-end facilities, instructors and classes catering to people of every fitness level. Danga City Mall Sdn Bhd spokesman Datuk Lim Kang Hoo said the mall has been designed and repositioned as Johor Baru's premier retail complex. "To inject new life into this property, we have appointed a retail consultant to do a market study on the tenant mix, merchandise and purchasing-power of customers who are likely to patronise the mall." Full content generated by Get Full RSS.

The 'Houdini of Asia' to appear here Posted: 26 Oct 2011 07:45 AM PDT 2011/10/26 By Syed AbdullahSyed Mohamed SINGAPOREAN illusionist-cum-escape artist Mohammad Hairmiwilly Mohamed Kamal will be performing at several popular locations including shopping malls, hotels and amusement parks in Johor Baru from the middle of next month. Popularly known as "Iron Willy" or "Willy" among peers and fans, Hairmiwilly's daredevil stunts include being locked in a metal chest with a 1.8 metre-long python, walking on broken glass, swallowing balls of fire, piercing a 10cm nail through his nose, and the "chainsaw stunt". All performances by the artiste will be sponsored by Impact Music and Entertainment. The 29-year-old whose stage costume includes a white shirt, and a black coat, tie and trousers, sports a Mohican hairdo. He started working as a stuntman six years ago. Hairmiwilly said he idolises magician David Copperfield. "I never missed watching Copperfield's performances on TV during my childhood. "He was so good at magic stunts. "I aspired to be an illusionist since I was eight years old," said the degree holder in business management. "Initially, I performed for families and at schools," he said. Hairmiwilly learnt the tricks of his trade by being in contact with experienced illusionists via the Internet. Still, the magician can be nervous before a show, if the feat is especially difficult. He recalls one such feat -- the "strait jacket escape" -- which he performed for Singapore TV three years ago. "I was given only two minutes to free myself from the jacket. "Sweating profusely, l struggled relentlessly and managed to free myself within 59 agonising seconds, which seemed like an eternity. After that, he was hailed as the "Houdini of Asia", (after Harry Houdini, the renown American escape artiste of the 19th and 20th century). Hairmiwilly has performed in countries such as Indonesia, Japan and Dubai. For details, call Rahimah Shukor at 017-645 3244, or email ezs.emma@g-mail.com or emma@ezsmusic.com Full content generated by Get Full RSS.

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