by admin | Mar 25, 2025 | disaster management, emergencies, emergency management, government, news
KUALA LUMPUR, March 25 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has directed all pertinent departments to spare no effort in aiding those affected by recent floods as the Eid al-Fitr celebrations draw near.
At today’s media briefing held at the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), senior press secretary Tunku Nashrul Abaidah stated that Anwar has requested all stakeholders to promptly allocate resources towards post-flood restoration activities to alleviate the hardships faced by those affected by the floods.
This involves helping with the cleanup of houses, particularly as Hari Raya approaches.
He stated, “Since conditions in Johor and Sabah are progressively getting better, everyone—including NGOs and the private sector—should come together to assist flood-affected individuals in their recovery process. This disaster has led to considerable destruction of properties, financial losses, and interruptions in Eid al-Fitr celebrations.”
It was reported yesterday that the flooding conditions in Johor and Sarawak have continued to show improvement; however, the number of displaced individuals in Sabah has seen a slight increase.
Earlier this week, Anwar encouraged all state administrations to focus first on addressing civic problems like poverty, flooding, and public housing, while also advocating for progress in infrastructure development.
by admin | Mar 25, 2025 | crime, criminal cases, criminal justice, criminology, murder cases
More than 60 years after a female corpse was discovered on a cliff in Northern California, DNA tests have finally unraveled the mystery surrounding her identity.
On December 18, 1966, Dorothy Jean Williams’s remains were found on a cliff in Tiburon, close to San Francisco, by an individual hunting who then alerted the officials.
They couldn’t pinpoint Williams’ identity, despite estimating her age to be somewhere between 45 and 60 when she died, as stated by Othram—the forensic genetic genealogy firm claiming their techniques cracked this long-standing mystery.
The California Department of Justice validated the conclusions, informing Euronews: “Following comprehensive analysis, there was a significant connection between Dorothy Jean Williams’ (Vaillancourt) genetic material and that of a family member of Dorothy.”
Described as sporting a red dress and an off-white trench coat with red hair, Williams stood approximately 157 cm tall and had a weight of around 47 kg at the time her remains were found.
Even though they couldn’t verify her identity back then, officials discovered that a woman fitting Williams’s profile had been spotted at a fire station roughly three months prior to when her remains were located, as stated in an earlier report from a local newspaper.
It is said that she informed the employees she had no funds for transportation and was stuck, asking if she could stay overnight at the station. Upon their refusal, she departed.
The postmortem examination estimated her demise occurred roughly three months before the recovery of her remains, described as “significantly decomposed” when found, as mentioned in the archived news excerpt provided by Othram.
Unknown for many years simply as the “Marin County Jane Doe,” she has now been identified through genetic evidence. It turns out that her maiden name was Williams, and when married, she went by Dorothy Jean Vaillancourt. She originated from Tasmania, which is part of Australia.
“From her family’s point of view, this woman simply vanished, and they might have believed they would never discover what happened to her,” stated Kristen Mittelman, who serves as the chief development officer at Othram. “However, after nearly six decades, they finally learned the truth.”
The age of a case or its previous hopelessness does not matter; we have advanced technologies available now that can provide solutions for many families, just as seen in this instance.
Multiple failed efforts were made to pinpoint Williams’ identity, and her case was logged into the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs) under the designation UP12018, as reported by the genetic testing firm.
The investigation concluded after the Marin County Sheriff’s Office collaborated with the California Department of Justice to submit evidence to Othram’s laboratory. The lab then generated a DNA profile linking Williams to her family members.
Euronews contacted the Marin County Sheriff’s Office seeking their input.
Over the past few years, investigative genetic genealogy has emerged as a crucial method for cracking cold cases. By integrating advanced technologies with traditional family history studies, this approach helps uncover the identities of individuals linked to long-unsolved criminal activities, often spanning several decades.
The technique made front-page news after it was employed to pinpoint Joseph DeAngelo as the Golden State Killer.
resulting in his detention in 2018
He was later found guilty and handed a sentence for 13 killings in 2020.
by admin | Mar 25, 2025 | commerce, government, government regulations, laws and regulations, politics
KUALA LUMPUR, March 25 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has asked the KPDN to enforce strict adherence to the cap prices during the upcoming Hari Raya period.
Tunku Nashrul Abaidah, his senior press secretary, mentioned that Anwar would personally carry out an onsite examination to enable him to assess the circumstances directly.
This will ensure enforcement of pricing regulations, including accurate labeling of regulated products, and assure that consumers can benefit from fair prices throughout the festive season.
This initiative is essential for sustaining equitable pricing periods and fostering a beneficial outcome for both consumers and enterprises,” he stated at the virtual press conference held at the Prime Minister’s Office.
The Festival Season Highest Price Regulation Program, set to be implemented from March 24 through April 7.
The price structure was set following discussions with the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security as well as various pertinent governmental bodies and sector participants.
He additionally mentioned that Anwar has directed both ministries to keep collaborating closely and to step up their surveillance and law enforcement activities. This includes conducting more regular checks to ensure an adequate provision of crucial items during the festive season.
During this time, consumers are urged to bring any concerns about unusual pricing directly to the relevant authorities.
by admin | Mar 25, 2025 | amusement, entertainment, events and festivals, recreation and leisure activities, tourist attractions
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Organize a laid-back yet lively vacation for your entire family’s delight at Resorts World Genting (RWG), Malaysia’s top integrated resort, until April 20, 2025! This magical entertainment center high up in the sky is welcoming Eid celebrations with magnificent decorations, captivating shows, and numerous offers to create an incredibly unforgettable experience! Let’s celebrate Hari Raya at the summit!
Honoring Malay craftsmanship through batik-themed decor
Inspired by the enchanting allure and distinctiveness of batik, the resort’s signature Kimhua Atrium exudes opulence with elaborately crafted hanging lanterns and arcs adorned with twinkling fairy lights. Vibrant flowers, butterflies, classic kites, and larger-than-life hibiscus patterns featuring batik borders frame an impressive batik archway. On either side of the stage stand six photogenic booths showcasing elements of Malaysian culture and heritage for picture-perfect moments.
Cherubic characters dressed up in traditional Raya attire
Join us in welcoming our charming Genting Highlands’ heroes dressed up in festive Raya attire! Catch them performing amusing acts at Kimhua Atrium between 2:30 pm – 3:00 pm and 4:30 pm – 5:00 pm, along with shows at Skytropolis Indoor Theme Park from 3:30 pm – 4:00 pm and 5:30 pm – 6:00 pm until 20th April.
Ethnic dances
Enjoy an array of cultural dance performances! Admire the skillful moves of our troupe of dancers presenting Traditional Raya Dance shows regularly between 12 noon and 9 pm each day at Kimhua Atrium from 29 March through 13 April. Meanwhile, Raya Dance exhibitions are taking place at Skytropolis every day from 4pm to 4:13pm up until 20 April. Also, catch Raya Mana Dancers dressed in batik attire performing daily at 6pm at Kimhua Atrium until 20 April.
Sand painting and batik artwork
Satisfy your artistic impulses and create stunning batik masterpieces! Visit our batik painting and sand art area to dive into colors and creativity with your loved ones. These public-accessible events run daily from 10 am until 10 pm at Kimhua Atrium.
Game of “Grab the Ketupat”!
Shopaholics have the opportunity to win special rewards through the ‘Catch The Ketupat’ challenge held at SkyAvenue Mall! As your spending increases, so do your odds of securing exclusive items like cash or discount coupons, limited-edition Hari Raya decorative plates and scented candles, handmade batik notepads paired with stylish lanyards, RWG Diamond Jubilee kits, and much more! If you wish to join in, just show evidence of an expenditure amounting to RM300 for Genting Rewards Cardholders or RM350 for those without cards across two separate bills at the mall’s Info Center located on Level 1 near Zouk Atrium. Every entrant gets up to two attempts to claim their prize. Please check terms and conditions before participating.
Fuuhhh! Staycation
Wrapping up the sweet Eid promotions, the jungle-surrounded Resorts World Awana is providing from now until March 31st, their Superior Deluxe Room starting from RM202 for stays between April 1st and June 30th. For those interested in the Super Deluxe Sixers with two Queen-sized beds and two Super Single bunk beds at the resort, these can be booked for RM342 nett for GRC members and RM380 nett for non-members.
Book early at the unique Genting SkyWorlds Theme Park hotel and enjoy savings of up to 70% on your room!
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by admin | Mar 25, 2025 | chicken, cooking, cooking eggs, food preparation, recipes
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1
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1 drizzle of oil
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1 saucepan that comes with a cover
Preparation
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Step 1:
Take the chicken breast out of the fridge 10 minutes prior to cooking. Add a splash of oil to a heated skillet. Place the chicken breast in the pan and sear for about 1 minute on each side.
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Step 2:
Lower the heat to medium, put the lid on the pan, and let it simmer for 4 minutes.
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