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News18
a day ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Video: Dad Jumps Off 200-Foot Bridge Holding 2-Yr-Old, Internet Wants Him ‘Locked Up'
Last Updated: A man is seen strapped into bungee gear while holding his daughter atop a bridge, without any visible safety equipment on the child. A shocking video from 2018 has resurfaced online, showing a father holding his two-year-old daughter during a bungee jump. The clip, which quickly caught widespread attention, features Malaysian reality star Redha Rozlan strapped into bungee equipment while holding his daughter, Mecca, atop a 200-foot-high bridge. With no visible safety gear on the child, Rozlan jumps backwards, swinging high above a rocky river in Kuala Kubu Bharu. Many viewers expressed concern for the girl's safety, noting that she appeared frightened during the jump. However, Rozlan claimed that Mecca had chosen to join him in the stunt. As per Free Malaysia Today, Redha Rozlan said, 'Mecca Mikaela was the one who wanted to do the jump with me. There was no forcing. She enjoyed her first jump and requested to do it again, but I was afraid. She was also wearing a complete safety harness and gear." Human rights lawyer Andrew Khoo spoke out after the video went viral, saying that both the parents and others involved in the stunt could face legal action. He explained that letting a child take part in such a dangerous activity could be seen as putting the child at risk of physical or emotional harm. Khoo added that this kind of act is not only unsafe but also legally wrong. He also pointed out that the company running the bungee jump was careless for allowing the parent to bring the child along. Following the backlash, Bungee jump operator Mohd Shafiq Azmi told the Mirror, 'The equipment is inspected by our staff before someone does the jump, which is from a height of 197 feet. I understand that safety is a concern, as this activity is the first of its kind in Malaysia. We adhere to safety requirements, especially in the equipment used, such as the safety ropes, by engaging qualified service providers." Reacting to the video, a user wrote, 'That's disgusting. Harnessed or not, no helmet or helmet that poor child would have been terrified and not old enough to consent to the possible dangers. Parents and operators should be locked up." Another slammed the man and called the stunt 'ridiculous". He recalled, 'I bungy jumped and wrenched my back. People have displaced retinas, none should do that without giving reasoned consent. 16 and over minimum. Criminal." One more added, 'This is disgusting. I doubt this child is even old enough to understand exactly what is about to happen." Child rights lawyer Goh Siu Lin criticised the parents for showing poor judgment by allowing their young daughter to participate in such a dangerous activity. She emphasised that bungee jumping is an extreme sport that poses a high risk of injury, particularly for a child so young. Goh noted that it is both uncommon and unsafe for children of that age to be involved in such stunts. Beyond the physical risks, she warned that the child could also suffer emotional trauma or fear due to the sudden drop. She described the act as a serious lapse in judgment and a potential violation of laws designed to protect children.
Argaam
a day ago
- Business
- Argaam
Oil prices climb as Brent tops $77
Oil prices rose on Thursday after Israel struck Iranian nuclear sites and both sides continued exchanging missile fire, while markets watched for any US decision on formally entering the conflict. Brent crude futures for August delivery climbed 1.15%, or 89 cents, to $77.59 a barrel by 02:44 p.m. Mecca time. US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude for July delivery also gained 1.52%, or $1.14, to $76.28 per barrel. Goldman Sachs said in a note on Wednesday that the geopolitical risk premium is currently estimated at around $10 per barrel, driven by reduced Iranian supply and the possibility of wider disruptions that could push Brent prices above $90. RBC Capital Markets analyst Helima Croft told Reuters that any perception of an existential threat in Iran could increase the risk of attacks on oil tankers and energy infrastructure, particularly if the US intervenes militarily.
Al Arabiya
5 days ago
- Business
- Al Arabiya
Saudi Arabia requires pilgrims to provide confirmed hotel bookings for Umrah visa
In an effort to improve the Umrah experience, Saudi Arabia now requires pilgrims applying for an Umrah visa to provide confirmed hotel bookings via the Nusuk Masar platform. 'To improve service standards and enrich the pilgrim experience, housing documentation through Nusuk Masar is now required for all 1447H (2025) Umrah visa issuances,' the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah announced on its official X platform. The directive aims to enhance the quality of services provided and to improve the overall experience for pilgrims and visitors, according to the ministry. The policy supports Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030, which includes improving the religious tourism experience through digital platforms and strict service standards. The initiative is being carried out in coordination with the Ministry of Tourism. The Hajj and Umrah ministry urged companies to limit accommodations to hotels licensed and approved by the Ministry of Tourism and to document all contracts through the Nusuk Masar platform. The Ministry has instructed all licensed Umrah operators, agents, and companies to ensure full compliance, adding that failure to upload verified hotel contracts could lead to visa delays, rejection, or penalties. The Nusuk Masar platform is the central portal for managing all Umrah-related bookings, and allows users to book approved accommodation, upload housing contracts, manage permits, and access travel materials in multiple languages.
Malay Mail
5 days ago
- Health
- Malay Mail
My Haj Travelog 2: Suffer to be better, if not stronger — Hafiz Hassan
JUNE 16 — If my two nights at the King Abdul Aziz Hospital (KAAH) were uneventful, my first night after my discharge from KAAH was just the opposite. Constant coughing kept me awake and in pain from 11.30pm till 3.30am. I just couldn't wait for the morning prayer, after which I could take the antibiotics for the pneumonia. I wondered why I wasn't prescribed with cough medication. Muslims visit the Grand Mosque in the Saudi holy city of Mecca June 8, 2025, at the end of the annual Haj pilgrimage. — AFP pic After the antibiotics and much needed rest, I searched the internet for information on pneumonia. The British National Health System (NHS) website advises the 'Dos' and 'Don'ts' as follows: Do: rest until you feel better — try to stay at home and avoid contact with other people if you have a high temperature or do not feel well enough to do normal activities drink plenty of fluids take paracetamol or ibuprofen to help with pain or a high temperature cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze put used tissues in the bin as quickly as possible wash your hands regularly with water and soap Don't: do not take cough medicine — coughing helps your body get rid of the infection do not smoke The first 'Don't' explains why there was no cough medicine. Coughing is part of the healing. It's painful, but necessary. You have to suffer to be better, if not stronger. 'Out of suffering have emerged the strongest souls; the most massive characters are seared with scars. Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet,' philosopher Kahlil Gibran was quoted as saying. 'Indeed, the patient will be given their reward without account.' (Al Quran, 39:10) The above verse assures me that those who endure patiently, facing trials and tribulations with steadfastness, will be rewarded immensely by Allah SWT, without any limit or measure. * This is the personal opinion of the writer or publication and does not necessarily represent the views of Malay Mail.
Gulf Business
6 days ago
- Gulf Business
Umrah visas now require approved hotel booking via Nusuk Masar
Image: AFP via Getty Images Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah announced that, starting from June 10 (14 Dhu al-Hijjah 1446 AH), international pilgrims seeking Umrah visas must first secure and document their accommodation contracts through the kingdom's digital platform, Nusuk Masar. According to a statement published by the All housing agreements must be electronically documented on the Nusuk Masar platform prior to the issuance of any Umrah visa. The ministry said the move is designed to protect pilgrims' rights, raise service standards, and ensure high-quality, licensed accommodations throughout the pilgrimage. 'The new decision aims to enhance the professionalism of service delivery, improve the experience for both visitors and Umrah performers, and guarantee that pilgrims stay in licensed, compliant facilities,' the statement said. The policy introduces tighter regulatory oversight to prevent housing-related fraud and address ongoing concerns about overbooking and accommodation standards. Service providers have been urged to comply promptly, with the ministry warning that delays or failures in documentation could result in visa processing issues or penalties. Developed in partnership with the Ministry of Tourism, the directive aligns with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030, which seeks to modernize and expand the kingdom's religious tourism sector. By leveraging digital tools like Nusuk Masar, the initiative is expected to streamline the Umrah journey, from booking to accommodation and permits. The Nusuk Masar platform acts as a centralised gateway for international pilgrims, offering multilingual educational resources and services to manage bookings and permits online. Programme enhanced for Umrah season Separately, the Presidency of the Two Holy Mosques is preparing to enhance its programme for the upcoming Umrah season through a series of initiatives aimed at welcoming pilgrims, worshippers, and visitors while raising awareness about the rituals. The presidency stated that centers for responding to religious inquiries have been expanded across 10 sites inside and outside the Grand Mosque in Makkah, in addition to four dedicated offices for phone-based inquiries. These services are staffed by 62 participating scholars — including judges and university faculty members — available around the clock. The presidency also plans to enrich the devotional environment through religious and scholarly programs throughout the season. It is actively recruiting volunteers to serve in both the Grand Mosque in Makkah and the Prophet's Mosque in Madinah.
