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The Star
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Star
Promise of housing under review
Compiled by JUNAID IBRAHIM, C. ARUNO and R. ARAVINTHAN A GROUP of Indian residents in Sungai Kechil, Penang, are calling on the state government to honour its pledge to preserve their village and build new homes. The residents said authorities had promised to obtain a court order halting their eviction, construct houses for them, and retain the area as an Indian settlement, Makkal Osai reported. They raised their concerns during the Jada Muniswarar Temple festival at Sungai Kechil Plantation. Local politicians had previously stepped in to stop the residents' eviction in 2020, during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic. The residents also appealed to the government to fulfil its promise not only to them but to other communities such as Kampung Main Road in Perai. (The above articles are compiled from the vernacular newspapers (Bahasa Malaysia, Chinese and Tamil dailies). As such, stories are grouped according to the respective language/medium. Where a paragraph begins with a >, it denotes a separate news item.)
The Star
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Star
AI movie scripts lack soul, say senior writers
Compiled by JUNAID IBRAHIM, C. ARUNO and R. ARAVINTHAN MOVIE scripts generated by artificial intelligence (AI) are not unique and lack creativity, according to senior writers. Berita Harian reported that senior scriptwriter Rozie Rashid, who has produced more than 40 scripts throughout her career, believes that AI tools such as ChatGPT should be used as a supporting tool, not as a replacement for the 'artistic soul' in writing. The 56-year-old, whose real name is Roziwati Mohd Rashid, said that excessive reliance on ChatGPT could weaken a writer's creativity because it discourages critical thinking. 'It really depends on the individual's attitude. 'But in truth, this technology should only be used to generate or expand ideas. 'As writers, we must have vision, aesthetic sense and values in the content we produce,' she said, adding that each script should reflect the writer's unique style. Rozie said she had tried using ChatGPT to help her craft a script. However, she said the results were not satisfactory. 'Every script I write must have an element of truth. 'Some are drawn from my experiences or from friends because these aspects resonate more with the human soul,' she said. Creative director and scriptwriter Marr Mohamad Irwan Mansor said that no matter how advanced technology becomes, it cannot express the emotions and feelings that humans possess. 'Technology cannot feel the emotional pulses of humans, including experiences of disappointment, loss and falling in love – key aspects in a script. 'Every script needs an emotional touch that only a human can feel. ChatGPT can offer shortcuts, but the most accurate and beautiful path still comes from the true soul of the writer,' he said. Marr Mohamad acknowledged that some scriptwriters use AI assistance due to time constraints. 'I believe many writers use ChatGPT to ease the process in terms of ideas or structure, not to write the entire script. 'The success of a script comes from the writer's own creativity, instincts, emotional senses and experiences,' he added. The above articles are compiled from the vernacular newspapers (Bahasa Malaysia, Chinese and Tamil dailies). As such, stories are grouped according to the respective language/medium. Where a paragraph begins with a, it denotes a separate news item.
The Star
12-06-2025
- Health
- The Star
Crumbling classrooms raise concern
Compiled by DIYANA PFORDTEN, C. ARUNO and R. ARAVINTHAN PUPILS of SJK(T) Ladang Kerling have been forced to attend classes sitting on the floor in a dingy room with a termite-damaged roof at a nearby national school, Malaysia Nanban reported. School board chairman M. Kumaran said the Public Works Department had stopped buses from using the road leading to the school as it is badly damaged. He said the Selangor education department allowed them to use rooms at a nearby school until the road was fixed, but no effort was made to prepare them. > Goa's chief minister had to step in after doctors threatened a strike over Health Minister Vishwajit Rane publicly scolding and threatening a doctor with suspension, Makkal Osai reported. A viral video of the incident sparked public backlash, prompting Vishwajit to apologise, saying he acted out of emotion. The Goa Association of Resident Doctors rejected the apology and warned of a strike unless a sincere one was made. Goa chief minister Pramod Sawant vowed to review the doctors' demands. The above articles are compiled from the vernacular newspapers (Bahasa Malaysia, Chinese and Tamil dailies). As such, stories are grouped according to the respective language/medium. Where a paragraph begins with a, it denotes a separate news item.
The Star
12-06-2025
- Health
- The Star
Toilets at food and petrol stops in poor state
Compiled by DIYANA PFORDTEN, C. ARUNO and R. ARAVINTHAN A RECENT study has revealed that about 80% of toilets at food outlets and petrol stations across Malaysia are dirty, foul-smelling and poorly maintained. The survey, conducted by the National Consumer Foundation of Malaysia (YPNM), inspected more than 2,000 toilets at eateries and petrol stations, including those in Sabah and Sarawak, Utusan Malaysia reported. According to the survey, many of these facilities lacked basic hygiene necessities such as soap, adequate water supply and essential cleaning equipment. YPNM president Datuk Dr Mohd Firdaus Abdullah said toilet cleanliness reflects not only the people's mindset but also the nation's image. 'Cleanliness of public toilets is a vital aspect of our culture and national identity. 'Unfortunately, many food business operators still treat this issue as trivial,' said Mohd Firdaus. The foundation's findings highlight an urgent need for stricter enforcement and greater awareness regarding hygiene standards, especially in high-traffic public facilities. > Kosmo! reported on a mother's tireless journey of love and sacrifice in raising her special needs son, who has been bedridden since he was a baby. Zuriana Daud's eldest son Muhammad Aiman, now 17, suffers from physical disabilities that require full-time care. She said he drinks special formula milk, wears disposable diapers and needs round-the-clock attention. 'He's easy to care for. When I look at his face, I feel strong. He's a blessing, not a burden,' said Zuriana. The above articles are compiled from the vernacular newspapers (Bahasa Malaysia, Chinese and Tamil dailies). As such, stories are grouped according to the respective language/medium. Where a paragraph begins with a, it denotes a separate news item.
The Star
10-06-2025
- The Star
Failed break-in attempt results in stinky surprise
Compiled by JUSTIN ZACKN, and R. ARAVINTHAN A MAN who failed to burgle a computer shop in Raub, Pahang, left a pile of faeces in the kitchen before fleeing, China Press reported. His attempt at breaking into the shop was thwarted when he spotted the owner and his mother still busy at work there. He left a pile of poop in the kitchen before leaving quietly. It was late into the night when the owner detected a stench in the shop before stumbling upon the mess. Initially thinking that it was animal poop, he later suspected it was human waste after finding that a back door had been damaged. His suspicions were confirmed after reviewing a CCTV footage from his neighbour which captured someone prying open a metal panel of the back door before climbing in. The owner has lodged a police report about the attempted burglary. > A school in Kuala Lumpur has asked one of its teachers to go on leave amid an investigation into sexual harassment claims, Sin Chew Daily reported. Screenshots of chat messages among several students went viral with students claiming that the teacher would ask male students to expose themselves at a tuition centre. According to the news report, the teacher has been on leave since May 26 and police are investigating the case. (The above articles are compiled from the vernacular newspapers (Bahasa Malaysia, Chinese and Tamil dailies). As such, stories are grouped according to the respective language/medium. Where a paragraph begins with a >, it denotes a separate news item.)
