ENCROACHING onto public land without the authorities approval is never a good idea. Breaking the rules set by the authorities sets a bad precedent for others from the neighbourhood. Residents in Tropicana Indah in Petaling Jaya are furious over the blatant disregard of law over a person with a Datuk Seri title at the upmarket neighbourhood. He has riled up his neighbours … [Read more...] about ‘Datuk Seri’ stokes neighbours’ and council’s ire with illegal roadworks
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Gurney project cost goes up to RM200mil
GURNEY Wharf – the mega recreational waterfront project in George Town, Penang – is expected to be fully completed by early 2025. Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said the components under Priority One of the project could be open to the public within a year. “We expect this part to be open first, but it will depend on the safety of the site,” he said after the official … [Read more...] about Gurney project cost goes up to RM200mil
Pri 4 student writes to Zaobao to rebut woman who said Chinese standards in doldrums
If you're studying Chinese, or if your child is studying the language, chances are, you would have some views about the state of Chinese education in Singapore. Well, one former Chinese newspaper journalist had some pretty strong views and hashed them out in a forum letter to Lianhe Zaobao earlier in May 2022. Spoiler alert: She doesn't hold it in high regard. But … [Read more...] about Pri 4 student writes to Zaobao to rebut woman who said Chinese standards in doldrums
UPDATE: Suspect in assault case with Russian woman in Chon Buri released
THE LATEST The suspect who police said admitted to assaulting a Russian woman in Chon Buri has now been released from police custody last night. This was after the suspect had just been summoned to the Nong Prue Police station on the same day. Police told local media they couldn’t issue an arrest warrant without a positive testimony from the victim. They said that since … [Read more...] about UPDATE: Suspect in assault case with Russian woman in Chon Buri released
A paw-some day trip: dogs ride Japan bullet train
A whole carriage was dedicated to the pooches on Saturday's tour KARUIZAWA (JAPAN) - On Japan's bullet trains, dogs usually have to travel in a carrier, but on Saturday they could stretch their paws and enjoy the scenery on a special pet-friendly express. At Ueno station in Tokyo, 21 furry passengers boarded the sleek shinkansen train for a one-hour ride to the resort town … [Read more...] about A paw-some day trip: dogs ride Japan bullet train