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IPOH: The search and rescue (SAR) team found more body parts and pieces of clothing belonging to the missing Gunung Suku hikers on Tuesday (May 17). Perak Fire and Rescued Department deputy operation commander Umrani Che Mat said the victims' husbands confirmed that the clothes belonged to their wives. ALSO READ: Two hikers missing on Gunung Suku, search and rescue op underway “The clothing pieces were found around 1.30pm, and the body parts were found at 4.30pm. "We have yet to find any other items that could help us to find the victims," he told reporters. ALSO READ: Human body parts found, believed to be from missing hikers On Sunday (May 15), Perak Police Chief Comm Datuk Mior Faridalathrash Wahid said the two victims, identified as See Su Yen, 32, and Ng Yee Chew, 46, from Cheras and Klang respectively, were reportedly swept away while hiking up a trail at Gunung Suku. They were part of a group of 29 hikers. The 27 others had made it safely back to the foot … [Read more...] about Gunung Suku water surge: Rescue team finds more body parts, clothing of missing hikers

- A + A PUTRAJAYA (May 17): The National Water Services Commission (SPAN) on Tuesday (May 17) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with 12 water operators under its supervision for any eventual cooperation if a water crisis arises due to natural or unforeseen disasters. The MoU was signed by SPAN chief executive officer Datuk Ahmad Faizal Abdul Rahman with water operators in Peninsular Malaysia and the Federal Territory of Labuan and was witnessed by Environment and Water Minister Datuk Seri Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man. SPAN in a statement on Tuesday said the memorandum was an initiative of SPAN and water operators in creating a joint venture and strategic cooperation to provide assistance during water supply crises. According to SPAN, the first MoU was signed on Nov 3, 2015 and the agreement needs to be reviewed, as there are structural amendments to water operators in several states. “SPAN acts as a coordinator for assistance among water operators. "Water … [Read more...] about SPAN signs MoU with 12 water operators for crisis options

- A + A (May 18): Premature deaths from common pollution sources have risen by two-thirds globally since 2000, a dark consequence of the economic development that has lifted millions from extreme poverty this century. More than 90% of the deaths have occurred in rapidly developing low- and middle-income countries, according to research published today in The Lancet Planetary Health. As population and wealth in poorer countries have increased over the last two decades, so have the number of power plants, goods manufacturers and cars on the road. This is having deadly consequences in areas where pollution mitigation standards have not been put in place, according to Richard Fuller, lead author and founder of both the Global Alliance on Health and Pollution network and the nonprofit Pure Earth. “Growth without care can be very costly, with the impact on future generations being far more expensive than the immediate benefit,” he said. Pollution causes more than 9 … [Read more...] about Pollution in air, water kills 9 million people a year

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Ace & Jig fall 2018 Ace & Jig Ace & Jig designers Jenna Wilson and Cary Vaughan have created a fall collection intended to encourage gathering together and breaking bread with loved ones. They were inspired by California chef and slow food pioneer Alice Waters , and the video below makes me imagine some incredibly stylish farm-to-table situation in a remote locale: Ace & Jig Fall 2018 Ace & Jig Fall 2018 The familiar heirloom textiles are present in this collection as always ( read more about how they design their own textiles right down to the color of the dye), with colors skewing appropriately fall-like with lots of browns and blacks and a few delightful pops of red and pink—perfect Friendsgiving outfits. Ace & Jig Fall 2018 Ace & Jig Wilson and Vaughan work closely with Indian weavers to get the fabric and design exactly right with … [Read more...] about Slow Food Pioneer Alice Waters Inspires The Ace & Jig Fall 2018 Collection

MANILA (Philippine Daily Inquirer/Asia News Network): A Cebu Pacific Air pilot is under disciplinary review after he posted an unfounded claim against Vice President Leni Robredo (pic). The pilot earlier lambasted Robredo on social media site Facebook, alleging that the vice president caused flight diversions at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport after requesting that her flight be prioritised. Robredo, as vice president, is among the three persons who have a privilege of having landing and takeoff priority. The two others are the President, and the Senate President. “Since becoming aware of the social media post by one of our pilots in reference to a flight of Vice President Leni Robredo, I confirm that the pilot has made it clear to us that he had no basis for his claim and was purely speculative and careless on his part,” Cebu Pacific Air Flight Operations Vice President Captain Sam Avila said in a statement. “Cebu Pacific has very strict social media policies covering … [Read more...] about Philippine pilot in hot water over ‘baseless’ post against VP Robredo

(CNN) The "Bridgerton" TV series is going out of order. Netflix's hit series will diverge from the series of romance novels by Julia Quinn on which it is based. It will tell the love story of Penelope Featherington (Nicola Coughlan) and Colin Bridgerton (Luke Newton) in the third season. In the book series, the third novel focuses on Benedict Bridgerton and the surprising love he finds. Coughlan shared the news on her verified Instagram account Monday. "Like Lady Whistledown I've been keeping quite a big secret for quite a long time... but I can finally tell you that @bridgertonnetflix Season Three is Colin and Penelope's Story," the caption on a photo of her and Newton read. Read More "I really feel like it's Colin and Penelope's time," new showrunner Jess Brownell told Variety . "I feel like, especially in the last season, there are these moments of tension between them where it's like, Colin walks up to the line of almost … [Read more...] about ‘Bridgerton’ Season 3 will focus on Penelope and Colin’s love story

(CNN) The baby formula manufacturer at the heart of a nationwide formula recall said Monday that it has reached an agreement with the US Food and Drug Administration to enter into a consent decree, a legally binding agreement that would require the company to take certain steps in response to violations found at its Sturgis, Michigan, facility. If a court approves the agreement, the company says , it could restart the site within two weeks. It would first resume the production of its specialty metabolic formulas EleCare and Alimentum, followed by Similac and other formulas. After Abbott restarts the site, it will take six to eight weeks for the products to reach store shelves, it said. The Justice Department said Monday that it had filed the proposed consent decree in federal court. These families buy about half of infant formula nationwide. Here's how the Biden administration is trying to help them Abbott said it … [Read more...] about Abbott agrees to consent decree with FDA, could restart plant within 2 weeks, pending court approval

New York (CNN Business) Home Depot has a message for all of the economic naysayers : Hold my plywood. The home improvement retail giant reported better-than-expected gains in sales and earnings for the first quarter Tuesday and also lifted its outlook for the rest of this fiscal year. Shares of Home Depot ( HD ) rose more than 2% in early trading on the news. Home Depot, which is one of the 30 stocks in the Dow , helped lift the overall market as well. Stocks were broadly higher Tuesday despite weak earnings from retailer Walmart ( WMT ) , another Dow component. Walmart fell about 7%. Home Depot rival Lowe's ( LOW ) , which will report its first quarter earnings Wednesday, was up nearly 3% Home Depot has gotten off to a rough start this year because investors are concerned about a possible pullback in housing as interest rates and inflation zoom higher. Shares are still down more than 25% in 2022 despite Tuesday's rally. … [Read more...] about Home Depot’s strong quarter shows housing market is still booming

KUALA LUMPUR: Three temporary evacuation centres (PPS) have been opened in two states to accommodate 138 flood victims from 48 families. In KEDAH, 28 flood evacuees from six families in Baling are taking shelter in SK Tawar as of 9am on Tuesday (May 17). Baling Civil Defence Force (APM) chief Captain (PA) Rasidah Kassim said all evacuees were villagers from Mukim Tawar. "This morning, the weather is sunny in Baling. The water level has receded and the victims will return to their respective homes,” she said in a statement. She added that Baling APM is always in a state of preparedness and will continue to monitor the situation from time to time. In NEGRI SEMBILAN, according to the latest data on the Social Welfare Department’s (JKM) InfoBencana application, two PPS have been opened at SK Undang Johol and Dewan Desa Dangi, Johol, Kuala Pilah, involving 110 individuals from 42 families as of 8am today. Meanwhile, Negri Sembilan APM director Lt Col (PA) Mohd Syukri … [Read more...] about Floods: Three relief centres opened in Kedah, Negri to house 138 evacuees

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Turtle watching is a top summer attraction for family travelers around the world seeking immersive learning vacations with their little ones. Here are three stunning beach hotels going the extra mile when it comes to turtle conservation on their shores. Royal Uno All Inclusive Resort & Spa , Cancún, Mexico Every nesting season, Royal Uno All Inclusive Resort & Spa welcomes special ocean-going visitors to its shores: sea turtles. The shores of the Mexican Caribbean see more than seven types of sea turtles, which Royal Uno continues to protect under its turtle conservation initiatives. From May to October annually, the eco-conscious, family-friendly resort hires special shore guards to protect emerging sea turtles, their nests, and their hatchlings, from any danger. In 2021, the Royal Uno shore guards patrolled the beach acting as turtle guardians, effectively protecting 264 green turtle nests and … [Read more...] about Discover Three Eco-Forward Beach Resorts Protecting Baby Sea Turtles