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30 Amazing Malaysians Competing in the 2024 Paralympics

Now that the Olympic Games is over, we are now gearing up with the 2024 Paralympics. In this edition, Malaysia is sending 30 athletes to represent the country to compete in Paris.

In the previous Paralympic Games in Tokyo 2020, Malaysia’s athletes brought back 3 Golds and 2 Silvers.

Let’s find out who are the amazing Malaysians that brings us the pride.

Archery

Daneshen Govinda Rajan – Men’s Individual Compound, Mixed Team Compound

Suresh Selvathamby – Men’s Individual Recurve

Nur Jannaton Abdul Jalil – Women’s Individual Compound, Mixed Team Compound

Athletics

Eddy Bernard – Men’s 100m T44

Ammar Aiman Nor Azmi – Men’s 100m T20

Muhammad Ziyad Zolkefli – Men’s Shot Put F20

Wong Kar Gee – Men’s Long Jump T12

Abdul Latif Romly – Men’s Long Jump T20

Muhammad Nazmi Nasri – Men’s Long Jump T37

Badminton

Muhammad Ikhwan Ramli – Men’s Singles WH1, Men’s Doubles WH1-2

Noor Azwan Noorlan – Men’s Singles WH2, Men’s Doubles WH1-2

Mohd Amin Burhanuddin – Men’s Singles SL4

Cheah Liek Hou – Men’s Singles SU5

Muhammad Fareez Anuar – Men’s Singles SU5

Boccia

Lee Chee Hoong – Men’s Individual Bc2

Abdul Razzaq Abdul Rahman – Men’s Individual BC4

Noor Askuzaimey Mat Salim – Women’s Individual BC4, Mixed Pairs BC4

Cycling

Yusof Hafizi – Men’s Track

Adi Raimie – Men’s Track

Azlia Syafinaz – Women’s Track

Farina Shawati – Women’s Pilot

Suhada Zainal – Women’s Pilot

Nur Suraiya – Women’s Track

Powerlifting

Bonnie Bunyau Gustin – Men’s 72kg

Nicodemus Manggoi Moses – Men’s 97kg

Jong Yee Khie – Men’s 107kg

Swimming

Muhammad Nur Syaiful Zulkafli – 50m, 100m, 200m Freestyle S5, 100m Breaststroke SB4

Imaan Aiman Redzuan – 100m Backstroke S14

Wheelchair Tennis

Abu Samah Borhan – Men’s Singles & Men’s Doubles

Yusshazwan Yusoff – Men’s Singles & Men’s Doubles

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Maimunah Sharif appointed as the new Mayor of Kuala Lumpur

Datuk Seri Paduka Maimunah Mohd Sharif has been appointed as the new Kuala Lumpur mayor effective today (August 15, 2024) to replace Datuk Seri Kamarulzaman Mat Salleh who is on compulsory retirement.

The Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar approved the appointment, in accordance with Subsection 4 (2), Federal Capital Act 1960.

The announcement was made by Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Dr Zaliha Mustafa in a statement, making the 15th Mayor of Kuala Lumpur the first woman to helm the top post of the capital city.

The 63-year old has an extensive resume by formerly serving as the Penang Island City Council (MBPP)’s mayor, executive director of the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) and currently serves as Malaysia’s Special Envoy on Sustainable Urbanisation.

Graduated with a town planning degree from University of Wales Institute of Science and Technology United Kingdom, Maimunah began her career about 40 years ago at the Municipal Council of Penang Island in 1985.

In 2003, she was promoted to Director of Planning and Development, where she played a key role in overseeing development control for Penang city projects and landscape development.

She has also led a team in planning and implementing urban renewal projects in George Town and subsequently appointed as the first General Manager to establish George Town World Heritage Incorporated (GTWHI) in November 2009.

She then became the first woman to be president of the Seberang Perai Municipal Council in 2011.

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Mid-Autumn Festival 2024: Beautiful Mooncakes By Hotels

The Mid-Autumn Festival is coming soon, and that means the mooncake season is here!

The mooncake is a Chinese bakery product which is traditionally eaten during the Mid-Autumn Festival. The festival is about lunar appreciation and moon watching, and mooncakes are regarded as a delicacy. Mooncakes are offered between friends or on family gatherings while celebrating the festival. The Mid-Autumn Festival is widely regarded as one of the four most important Chinese festivals.

Check out all the best mooncakes that you can find in Kuala Lumpur and with some of the brands made it with beautifully designed packagings.

Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur

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Kuala Lumpur City Centre,
50088 Kuala Lumpur.

Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur

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11, Jalan Sultan Ismail,
50250 Kuala Lumpur.

The St Regis Kuala Lumpur

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6, Jalan Stesen Sentral 2,
Kuala Lumpur Sentral,
50470 Kuala Lumpur.

W Kuala Lumpur

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121, Jalan Ampang,
50450 Kuala Lumpur.

Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur & Pavilion Hotel Kuala Lumpur

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Banyan Tree KL
2, Jalan Conlay,
50450 Kuala Lumpur.

Pavilion Hotel KL
170, Jalan Bukit Bintang, Bukit Bintang,
55100 Kuala Lumpur.

Parkroyal Collection

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Jalan Sultan Ismail, Bukit Bintang,
50250 Kuala Lumpur.

Sunway Resort Hotel

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1, Persiaran Lagoon, Bandar Sunway,
47500 Petaling Jaya, Selangor.

Four Points by Sheraton Kuala Lumpur, Chinatown

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2, Jalan Balai Polis, City Centre,
50000 Kuala Lumpur.

Four Points by Sheraton Kuala Lumpur, City Centre

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Corner of Jalan Sultan Ismail and Jalan Ampang,
50450 Kuala Lumpur.

Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur

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2, Jalan Stesen Sentral, Kuala Lumpur Sentral,
50470 Kuala Lumpur.

InterContinental Kuala Lumpur

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165, Jalan Ampang,
50450 Kuala Lumpur.

Sheraton Petaling Jaya

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Jalan Utara C,
46200 Petaling Jaya, Selangor.

Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara

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6, Jalan Damanlela, Bukit Damansara,
50490 Kuala Lumpur.

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Kuala Lumpur’s Population Hits 8.8 million

Kuala Lumpur’s population is estimated to exceed 8.8 million, with an annual increase of 2.25% compared with last year, said federal territories minister Dr Zaliha Mustafa.

She said the population is expected to hit 9.8 million by 2030, with rapid development that will require Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) to be more proactive in planning and providing infrastructure.

“This population growth not only involves the natural increase within urban areas but also a high influx of migration from rural areas,” she was quoted as saying.

“This puts pressure on existing infrastructure and requires us to provide better basic services for all city dwellers to make Kuala Lumpur a liveable city. In addition, issues such as air pollution and the lack of green spaces are also among the main concerns that need to be addressed,” she said.

She stated this in her opening speech at the launch of the 10 Planning Guidelines for the Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur 2024 at Menara 1 DBKL.

To face these challenges, Dr Zaliha said DBKL, as the local authority, needs to remain sensitive to the current needs and demands of development in the capital to ensure a quality life.

“Every development decision must be made with careful consideration to ensure a balance between development and the well-being of city dwellers,” she said.