TUPAI KING DURIAN - A RISING STAR IN THE DURIAN WORLD.

 

Tupai King or Squirrel King is a relatively new, premium durian variety gaining popularity in Penang, Malaysia. It's known for its unique flavor, rich aroma, and high price tag, even outstripping some established favorites like Musang King and Black Thorn. Some growers, like Eric Yeap, have started planting Tupai King trees in recent years, but supply still remains limited due to the relatively new nature of the variety.

DURIAN lovers, get ready for a feast. Penang’s durian season is back! This year, it begins in mid-May and is expected to last until late July or early August.

Eric Yeap, owner of 8321 Durian Plantation in Balik Pulau, shared that the recent unpredictable weather and rainfall have resulted in fewer durians for this season.

Yeap said this year’s durian yield is expected to be about 30 percent lower than last year’s.

“The season also started late this year as usually the season starts in late April but we are only starting to get the early batches of durians now,” he said.

Yeap noted that one of the most expensive durian hybrids this season is the recently registered Tupai King.

“It is known for its bitter flavour with a mild alcoholic taste and was officially registered about two years ago by another farm in Balik Pulau.

“Although Tupai King trees have existed for five to six years, the variety has only gained major popularity in the past two years,” he added.

Apart from Tupai King, Yeap’s orchards also offer a wide range of durians, from Kampung varieties to top-sellers like Musang King and Black Thorn. The prices ranges from RM8 to RM130 per kilogramme.

Kampung durians are currently priced between RM8 and RM15 per kilogramme, depending on the specific variety available.

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Selangor vet dept looking for man who hurled dog against wall

 The department says it has conducted checks on the dog in question, a brown male poodle.

A video clip shared on social media showed the man carrying the poodle before flinging it against the wall.

PETALING JAYA:

 The Selangor veterinary services department (DVS) is tracking down a man suspected of abusing a dog at a residence in Seri Kembangan, following the circulation of a video clip that has gone viral on social media.

The department confirmed receiving public complaints on the matter and said action had been taken by a team of animal welfare officers.

“Efforts to track down the suspect are ongoing,” it said in a statement.

The department said it conducted checks on the dog, a brown male poodle, on Wednesday. The case is being investigated under Section 29(1) of the Animal Welfare Act 2015.

It urged those with information to contact Selangor DVS or senior investigating officer Shuaib Anuar at 013-4321512 to assist in investigations.

The video clip dated April 22 showed a man carrying the poodle before flinging it against the wall.

It is understood that the dog suffered injuries to its front right leg.

On April 22, Malaysiakini reported an animal rescuer urging authorities to take action against the alleged abuser, noting that multiple police reports and complaints had been lodged.

A separate video, dated April 14, also resurfaced, showing the poodle whimpering and limping as it runs away from a man and hides under a table in a house. - FMT

Hamzah eyes stronger PN with ‘Reset’ move amid pushback from Muhyiddin

 Saifuddin Abdullah says although Hamzah Zainudin is no longer the opposition leader, he continues to play an active role through meetings and engagements with stakeholders.

Last month, Muhyiddin Yassin was reported as saying he would personally reject Hamzah Zainudin’s entry to PN.

PETALING JAYA:

 Larut MP Hamzah Zainudin has moved forward with his “Reset” initiative, aimed at strengthening Perikatan Nasional (PN), despite calls for the new party he is expected to lead to be barred from joining the coalition, says Indera Mahkota MP Saifuddin Abdullah.

Saifuddin said Hamzah’s leadership at the national level remained relevant, noting that he also heads the Penggerak Payung Melayu platform which includes various prominent figures and counts former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad as its adviser.

In his column Merentas Ruang, published in Sinar Harian, Saifuddin said although Hamzah was no longer the opposition leader, he continued to play an active role through meetings and engagements with stakeholders.

He said these engagements involved political leaders, NGOs, professionals, and academics across different races, backgrounds, and major organisations.

“The aim is to strengthen PN and advance a comprehensive national agenda for unity and development.

“However, (Bersatu president) Muhyiddin Yassin has insisted that Hamzah and his party (to be announced soon) be barred from joining PN,” he said.

Hamzah was expelled from Bersatu on Feb 13 following a leadership crisis in the party led by Muhyiddin. He launched the “Reset” movement the following day.

The former Bersatu deputy president is reportedly set to lead a new party, though he has also hinted that the platform he may join could already be in PN.

Last month, Muhyiddin was reported as saying that he would personally reject Hamzah’s entry into PN. He said that decisions on membership require the consensus of component parties, not just a single person.

PN currently comprises PAS, Bersatu, Gerakan, and MIPP.

The ‘Reset’ agenda

Saifuddin said “Reset” reflects a commitment to building a better Malaysia while strengthening the position of the ummah at the regional and global levels.

He said the initiative is grounded in addressing weaknesses, strengthening what works, and fixing what is broken, guided by religious values as well as the principles enshrined in the Federal Constitution, the Rukun Negara, and national history.

In terms of implementation, he said the “Reset” agenda is anchored in three pillars of a New National Consensus: shared goals, inclusive economic prosperity, and fair governance.

“The implementation of this agenda requires victory in the 16th general election (GE16) and the formation of a government through PN and its network to ensure political stability and democratic maturity,” he said.

Saifuddin added that key policy thrusts include embracing Malaysia’s diversity as a national strength, strengthening moderate multiracial democracy, and driving economic growth.

He said other aspects include broader societal development, cultivating a courteous and ethical society through education, strengthening national security, promoting peaceful international relations, and enhancing cooperation between the public, private, and civil society sectors. - FMT

Fanbase pray for pious, soft-spoken @ustazlah’s innocence in RM12.3m graft ordeal

 

I BELIEVE this ustaz is innocent because the way he presents live everyday looks sincere, not the money-crazy type.

Don’t simply accuse him of being guilty just because he got caught for nowadays slander is widespread; let’s try to give him benefit of the doubt first.

People who like to siphon money usually sit behind the scene, not one who sits in in front like him.

Such is the reaction on the Threads platform from a follower of independent preacher and popular religious influencer on TikTok, Abdullah Abdol Razak (@Ustazlah), who has been remanded for five days until Sunday (April 26) to assist investigations into an alleged misappropriation of about RM12.3 mil in funds belonging to an NGO.

That his identity has been upheld by the authorities has not deterred his fanbase from identifying Abdullah as the suspect who was arrested about 8pm on Tuesday (April 21) when he turned up to give his statement at the Negeri Sembilan Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) office.

News of Abdullah’s arrest came soon after the MACC Selangor branch arrested two company directors and an NGO deputy chairman over RM230 mil zakat (tithe) fund misappropriation on Tuesday (April 21).

Following this, the NGO deputy chairman and another suspect, both aged 57 and 61, were remanded for four days by the Shah Alam Magistrate’s Court to assist in investigations into the alleged zakat fund embezzlement.

The above wishful thought for Abdullah was in response to a post by market trainer Izzuddin Radzi who lamented how a person’s look can be so deceptive.

“People believe in clothes image, title, way of speaking but the ultimate truth is that integrity can’t be faked,” observed the poster who is also a self-proclaimed wealth advisor and professional fund manager.

“Power & trust aren’t an advantage but a test … Many want to be influential but unwilling to keep the trust. A mask can protect the image but eventually the truth shall prevail.”

Echoing a similar sentiment, another Threads user Azree Kamarulzaman expressed shock as to how “a name that always appears on TikTok has been linked to a big case like this”.

“When we watched his preaching videos, we felt calm. But after reading this news, there’s a different feeling. RM12.3 MILLION is not a small sum,” quipped the digital creator from Bangi.

To recap, initial investigations revealed that the popular freelance preacher is believed to have committed the offences between September 2022 and now by abusing his position and conspiring with two other committee members of his NGO.

“He is suspected of transferring approximately RM12.3 mil into his personal bank account as well as into eight company accounts believed to be linked to him,” the MACC source pointed out.

Following its probe, the graft buster agency had frozen 15 bank accounts comprising three personal accounts, three NGO accounts and nine company accounts with a total value of about RM16.5 mil.

Authorities also seized various assets, including RM6,576 in cash, foreign currency comprising 95,568 Saudi riyal and S$795 as well as luxury items such as watches, handbags and jewellery.

Also confiscated were gold items, including 51 one-gram gold bars estimated to be worth about RM31,000.

Negri Sembilan MACC director Awgkok Ahmad Taufik Putra Awg Ismail who confirmed the arrest said the case is being investigated under Section 23 of the MACC Act 2009 which carries up to 20 years imprisonment and a fine of at least five times the gratification value or RM10,000, whichever is higher.

In all fairness, every religion has culprits who tarnish the image of their faiths by violating their leadership stature for the same applies to monks, priests or swami. –  Focus Malaysia

Man arrested over alleged parang threat against sister

 

Police have arrested a foreigner suspected of threatening to kill his younger sister with a parang at Ladang Suai 2, Jalan BLD, Ulu Suai here yesterday. - NSTP FILE PIC

NIAH: Police have arrested a foreigner suspected of threatening to kill his younger sister with a parang at Ladang Suai 2, Jalan BLD, Ulu Suai here yesterday.

Miri district police chief Assistant Commissioner Mohd Farhan Lee Abdullah said the incident was reported to police at 1.44pm by the 35-year-old victim after she received threats from her 37-year-old brother at her home.

"Following the report, police launched a search operation to track down the suspect, who is believed to have fled shortly after the incident.

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"The suspect was later arrested in a raid at a plantation hut near Wilmar Suai 1 Oil Palm Estate, based on intelligence and information gathered," he said in a statement.

Farhan said a further search at the arrest location led to the discovery of several dangerous items believed to belong to the suspect.

"Police seized a parang and a homemade shotgun along with six rounds of ammunition," he said.

He said that the suspect had been remanded for four days until April 27 to assist investigations, and urine screening also found him positive for drugs.

The case is being investigated under Section 506 of the Penal Code for criminal intimidation, which carries a jail term of up to seven years, a fine, or both upon conviction.

It is also being investigated under Section 8(a) of the Arms Act 1960 for possession of a firearm without authorisation. - NST