Venesa Devi

Malaysia

Journalist at The Star (Malaysia)

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Articles

High demand for traditional dances

4 days ago | thestar.com.my | Venesa Devi

JOHOR BARU: Traditional dance groups are expecting an increase in demand for cultural performances next year in conjunction with Visit Malaysia 2026. Persatuan Anak Seni Sarawak founder and president Rosalind Kamis said interest in Sarawakian and Sabahan culture has been growing in Peninsular Malaysia. “For now, we have not received any confirmed bookings for next year, but I believe they will start coming in as we get closer to Gawai next year.
Umno to consider motion to reinstate Hishammuddin

5 days ago | thestar.com.my | Venesa Devi

BATU PAHAT: Umno will consider a motion to reinstate suspended Umno senior leader, Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Hussein, says Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin (pic). The Umno vice-president said the motion, which had been adopted by the Sembrong Umno division at its annual general meeting recently, will be discussed by the party’s national leadership.
Man’s quiet acts of compassion

5 days ago | thestar.com.my | Venesa Devi

JOHOR BARU: Inspired by the kindness and dedication of his former boss, Goh Teck Kuan has been serving the community in his own quiet way over the years. The 54-year-old tuition teacher said he first got involved in charity work about 20 years ago. Back then, he was working for former Gelang Patah (now Iskandar Puteri) MP Tan Ah Eng. “I worked as her aide for almost 10 years. That was where I learned the true meaning of voluntary service.
Elderly couple fulfil dream to perform haj

5 days ago | thestar.com.my | Venesa Devi

THIS year has been special for an elderly couple from Johor Baru who got the chance to perform the haj after a 14-year wait. Retiree Hassan Abdul Hamid, 76, said he was grateful that his dream of visiting the Holy Land came true. “I received a call informing me that I had been chosen to perform the haj about a week before the fasting month.
Don’t accept party-hoppers, Khaled Nordin says to unity government allies

6 days ago | thestar.com.my | Venesa Devi

BATU PAHAT: Unity government parties should reject political defectors to preserve cohesion among coalition partners, says Umno vice-president Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin. He stressed that accepting party-hoppers would disrupt the harmony that binds the current government. “What’s important is that our friends refrain from accepting party-hoppers. That is the message I want to convey,” he said.
Umno to consider resolution seeking Hishammuddin’s reinstatement

6 days ago | thestar.com.my | Venesa Devi

BATU PAHAT: Umno will consider all resolutions submitted by its divisions, including the one calling for the reinstatement of Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Hussein, says party vice-president Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin. He said the resolution, raised by the Sembrong division, was just one among many being put forward during the party’s ongoing delegates meetings nationwide.
ETS from Gemas to JB to spur tourism

6 days ago | thestar.com.my | Venesa Devi

JOHOR BARU: The extension of KTM Bhd’s ETS services from Gemas to Johor Baru will improve connectivity to further stimulate the country’s tourism industry, say tourism officials. Tourism Malaysia deputy director-general (promotion) Datuk Musa Yusof said the time savings offered by this service, expected to take passengers from KL Sentral to JB Sentral in four hours, augurs well for Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026).
Electric Train Service set to boost Johor tourism

1 week ago | thestar.com.my | Venesa Devi

JOHOR BARU: The Electric Train Service (ETS) that is expected to be fully completed by August will significantly boost the tourism industry here, says Tourism Malaysia. Deputy Director General (Promotion) Datuk Musa Yusof said the timing of the ETS completion aligns well with preparations for Visit Malaysia 2026. "The ETS will connect Johor Baru directly to Kuala Lumpur, which will strengthen the industry, especially in terms of tourist movement.
Singapore workers still parking wherever they please in JB

1 week ago | thestar.com.my | Venesa Devi

ALL Saiful Azri wanted was to see a doctor after waking up with a fever. However, what should have been a quick visit to the clinic turned into a frustrating search for parking along Jalan Garuda in Johor Baru. Saiful had opted to ride a motorcycle instead of taking his car, hoping it would make the trip easier, but was still left disappointed. “I know it is not easy to get parking in the area. “That is why I decided not to drive as I didn’t want to waste time looking for a spot.
Teacher, absent for nine months, found dead

1 week ago | thestar.com.my | Venesa Devi

JOHOR BARU: A teacher, who was absent from school for over nine months, has been found dead at her house here. The body of the 39-year-old woman was found by her neighbour on Thursday, several weeks after she is believed to have died. She was last seen alive by her neighbour on May 18. “The body was discovered by a neighbour who noticed a foul smell coming from the house, said Iskandar Puteri OCPD Asst Comm M. Kumarasan.