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- A + A KUCHING (May 22): The Pan Borneo Highway project is expected to be ready in the next five years, including construction of the Trans Borneo Highway that will connect Sarawak and Sabah. Senior Works Minister, Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said construction of the Pan Borneo Highway had so far reached 82% completion, with four packages already fully completed, namely the Telok Melano-Sematan, Nyabau, Serian-Balai Ringin and Julau. “The remaining packages, hopefully, will be completed by the end of this year. It’s only we anticipate that one or two packages could be delayed due to the challenges, especially the shortage of building materials and their rising costs. "Meanwhile, many foreign workers have not come in, specifically from Indonesia as Sarawak only accepts those from that neighbouring country. “The increase in the price of diesel is also another challenge faced by the contractors, besides the cost of steel. “Hence, the Sarawak Public Works Department … [Read more...] about Pan Borneo Highway to be completed in next five years, says Fadillah

- A + A KUALA LUMPUR (May 22): Prasarana Malaysia Bhd (Prasarana) has established a committee to identify the main cause behind the brake caliper hydraulic fluid leakage that caused a disruption to the Kelana Jaya line Light Rail Transit service on Friday (May 20). The committee is made out of Rapid Rail Sdn Bhd (Rapid Rail) train spare parts supply companies, original equipment manufacturers (OEM) and independent consultants. Transport Minister Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong said the committee wiill begin work this Tuesday (May 24) to identify the main problem in a period of two weeks before followup action is taken. “Because of two incidents occurring in less than two weeks, we need to view the matter comprehensively and figure out why there are hydraulic fluid leaks and both are related to calipers said to be damaged because according to the maintenance schedule, it occurred earlier than its expected lifespan. “That’s why we need to study why the damage occurred … [Read more...] about Prasarana establishes committee to identify cause of LRT train brake issue

This article is from Capital & Main , an award-winning publication that reports from California on economic, political, and social issues. After decades of decline in overtime pay, the Biden administration is considering action to sharply expand access in a time of high inflation. This is the fourth article of a four-part series examining the 40-year effort by big business and elected officials to deny Americans extra pay for extra work. advertisement advertisement With Americans struggling with inflation, workers’ advocates are banking on a White House that has promised to make millions more workers eligible for overtime wages that pay time and a half. Two presidents who made similar promises over the last 45 years failed to deliver, resulting in outdated federal overtime guidelines and underfunded labor enforcement. But during decades in which lawmakers and lobbyists cut away at overtime access, states like Washington and California … [Read more...] about How several states are taking the lead on restoring overtime pay

FEU Cheering Squad during the UAAP Season 84 Cheerdance Competition. UAAP PHOTO MANILA, Philippines — Far Eastern University Cheering Squad coach Randell San Gregorio has already decided to go with a Queen-inspired performance even before the COVID-19 pandemic. Coming off a two-year layoff, the FEU Cheering Squad executed a clean and nostalgic performance that rocked the 12,522 crowd on Sunday at Mall of Asia Arena for its first UAAP Cheerdance Competition championship since 2009. “We really liked Queen’s songs as our theme even before the pandemic. I’ve always been a fan of their music,” ,” said San Gregorio in Filipino after finally getting over the hump of back-to-back runner-up finishes in the past two seasons. “We don’t keep our theme as a secret because all of the coaches are creative. So before we get beat to it, we just reveal our theme.” Despite performing under a unique cheerdance environmen t limited to only 15 performers and a three-minute performance without … [Read more...] about FEU Cheering Squad’s Queen-inspired routine has always been the choice–coach

From left: Rey Valera, Nonoy Zuniga, Pops Fernandez, Marco Sison and Hajji Alejandro This year’s presidential elections was one of the most “intense” in recent memory, Marco Sison said. But after all the “divisiveness” it caused among people, now there needs to be a “healing process.” “This is the first time I have experienced an intense election. There was divisiveness, it’s true. We have our own beliefs and our own principles. As a person, an artist and a citizen of this country, I supported someone based on my own principles. But after the election, there should be a healing process,” he said at a press conference for the eight-city US concert tour “Four Kings and a Queen.” Mounted by Amore Entertainment, the series of shows—which kicks off on June 25 in California and ends on July 17 in Hawaii—features fellow “Hitmakers” Hajji Hajji Alejandro, Nonoy Zuñiga and Rey Valera, as well as special guest Pops Fernandez. “Let’s give each other a chance to heal and recover,” Marco … [Read more...] about ‘Four Kings and a Queen’ veteran singers weigh in on ‘divisive’ 2022 polls

From left: Kim de Leon, Michael V and Dasuri Choi People come and go. That’s how it has always been in show biz. Still, that doesn’t make parting ways with longtime costars any less painful. “May kirot,” said Michael V of “Bubble Gang’s” upcoming revamp, which entailed downsizing its cast. “Everyone who enters this industry knows how things work here. There will be times where you will be in, and times where you will be not… Even I am not immune to that.” Aside from Michael V, who’s also the creative director of the iconic sketch comedy show, nine other cast members will remain: Sef Cadayona, Paolo Contis, Betong Sumaya, Chariz Solomon, Valeen Montenegro, Archie Alemania, Analyn Baro, Kokoy de Santos and Faye Lorenzo. Those leaving include Antonio Aquitania, Kim Domingo, Mikoy Morales, Liezel Lopez, Ashley Rivera, Arra San Agustin, Lovely Abella and Myka Flores. Meanwhile, four new faces—Tuesday Vargas, Kim de Leon, Dasuri Choi and Faith da Silva—will make their debut in … [Read more...] about ‘Bubble Gang’ revamp: Who’s in, who’s out

2-DAY STRIKE Jeepney drivers are starting a two-day transport strike starting today to oppose the government’s modernization plan for public utility vehicles. —MARIANNE BERMUDEZ Suspending work and classes nationwide today, Monday, shows that Malacañang “is nervous” about the two-day transport strike protesting a program phasing out jeepneys at least 15 years old, the leader of the mass action said on Sunday. Already, the Land Registration Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) said the mass action could be part of destabilization efforts. “We are receiving reports that the transport strike tomorrow led by Piston (Pinagkaisang Samahan ng Tsuper and Operator Nationwide) will be supported by other left-leaning groups. Allegedly, the plot is to destabilize the government,” an LTFRB board member, Aileen Lizada, said on the eve of the strike. Piston claims 200,000 members nationwide. Palace, number coding More than a week ago, President Rodrigo Duterte, facing accusations of … [Read more...] about Jeepney strike: Schools, gov’t offices closed

KUALA LUMPUR: AEON Co. (M) Bhd recorded a net profit of RM28.07mil in the first quarter ended March 31, 2022, a 27.38% improvement over RM22.03mil in the previous corresponding quarter on improved retail margin and higher impairment of trade receivables in the comparative quarter. For the quarter under review, the retail and property group registered a total revenue of RM1bil, which was slightly lower compared to RM1.01bil in 1Q21. By segment, the group said its retail business contributed a 2.5% year-on-year (y-o-y) lower revenue of RM857.4mil due to more consumers spending more time outdoors and dining out instead of cooking at home, although this was cushioned by an improvement in softline. The property management services segment posted a 7.4% y-o-y higher revenue of RM144.4mil on higher sales commission and temporary space rental in line with consumers returning to physical malls. "To capture the consumers spending in coming months, the company will accelerate and … [Read more...] about Aeon Co. posts jump in 1Q net profit to RM28.07mil

JAKARTA (The Jakarta Post/Asia News Network): President Joko 'Jokowi' Widodo's approval rating has hit a six-year low amid dissatisfaction over soaring cooking oil prices and the perceived failure of an export ban to swiftly reduce the rising cost of goods, a new poll showed on Sunday (may 15). Figures released by Jakarta-based pollster Indikator Politik Indonesia showed that satisfaction with the nation's president, widely known by as Jokowi, fell to 58.1 per cent this May. The figures are the lowest rating since December 2015 when the president's approval slumped to 53 per cent. The decline, which follows a 12-point drop from January to April this year, comes as Indonesia has struggled to reign in domestic cooking oil prices, a household staple in Indonesia, and after a shock decision to ban palm oil exports late last month. Indonesia is the world's largest producer of palm oil and the policy decision stunned global markets. At the time president Jokowi said the need for … [Read more...] about Jokowi’s approval rating hits six-year low

Tiger Woods allegedly has no memory of driving right before getting into a terrible car crash. According to USA Today , a police affidavit claims the legendary golfer told police in the aftermath of the crash that he didn’t remember driving. Police have gotten a warrant for the car’s black box to see if that will help them learn how the situation unfolded. (RELATED: David Hookstead Is The True King In The North When It Comes To College Football) This morning @LMTLASD responded to a roll-over collision in which @TigerWoods was injured. Please see our statement… pic.twitter.com/cSWOxKZC1w — LA County Sheriffs (@LASDHQ) February 23, 2021 Woods was involved in a horrific single-vehicle rollover crash in Los Angeles County February 23, and he suffered shattered tibia and fibula bones in his right leg. He’s since undergone multiple medical procedures and is on the road to recovery . It is hard to explain how touching today was when I turned on the tv … [Read more...] about Tiger Woods Allegedly Didn’t Remember Driving After Horrible Car Crash