Johor - New Straits Times

Helping out, quietly and humbly

THERE are various ways to teach youth volunteerism. Some begin at home or at primary school.

Say it with flowers

BLOOMS: This year’s ikebana competition requires contestants to create works that symbolise the meaning of words of their choice

Lure of the big bird

EDUCATIONAL ADVENTURE: The Ostrich Showfarm Desaru offers visitors a chance to learn about these animals and their habitat

Employers swarm UTM career fair

GOOD PROSPECTS: Malaysian and multinational corporations are quick to book places in the university’s annual fair to snap up the cream of the crop

Tune Hotels offers holiday package

KUALA LUMPUR: With school holidays just around the corner, Tune Hotels has launched a special promotion where parents can plan affordable holidays by booking rooms at any of the Tune Hotels in Malaysia and Bali, Indonesia, from only RM35 per night.

Bid to smuggle cigarettes foiled

BIG HAUL: A Batu Pahat Customs Department enforcement team found the RM516,680 worth of contraband cigarettes in a 12-tonne lorry

Kidney disease on the rise in Malaysia

WORRYING STATISTICS: Malaysia has the highest incidence of end-stage renal failure attributed to diabetes

Muar’s breakfast haunt for all

MORNING FARE: R&H Cafe is a favourite eatery among locals with its popular traditional dishes

Honouring our great teachers

TODAY is Teachers Day in Malaysia. It is a special day set aside to honour teachers and show appreciation for their contributions to the profession and the education of youths.

Arts, culture and the outdoors

MERRIMENT: The Karnival Seni Kreatif Kita at Bukit Layang-Layang had lots of food, music, games and dance performances for the whole family to enjoy