Kajang facing garbage problem due to uncollected solid waste Nov 8, 2008
Taman Sri Jelok, Desa Bunga Raya, Taman Jasmin and Desa Seroja residents said the rubbish in front of their houses had begun to pile up because the garbage lorries were not doing their regular rounds. For the record, households in Kajang generate 500 tonnes of waste daily. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
EXCLUSIVE: U.N. Even More Expensive Than It Looks Nov 7, 2008
For one thing, the report leaves out most of the cost of the U.N. Secretariat, including only the cost of the U.N.'s regional commissions and its Department of Economic and Social Affairs. As the report's title says, the figures represent only the U.N.'s expenditures for development, leaving out such costly areas as peace-keeping, where the U.N. spent another $5 billion in 2005-2006 (and much more since then), or for humanitarian assistance, such as emergency flood and earthquake relief. (Fox News)
No transfer for Anwar's sodomy case Nov 7, 2008
Anwar had on Aug 7 claimed trial to sodomising his former aide Mohd Saiful Bukhari Azlan at the Desa Damansara Condominium in Bukit Damansara on June 26. He opposed the prosecutions attempt to transfer his case to the High Court by challenging the validity of the certificate signed by the AG.. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Syabas blamed for damaged roads Nov 6, 2008
Disgruntled motorists said the pipe-laying works have created poor road conditions on Jalan Wan Siew off Jalan Sungai Chua and the residential roads in Desa Bunga Raya, Taman Kajang Baru, Taman Sri Kajang, Taman Bidara and Taman Sri Emas ... Endangering motorists: This gaping hole was left behind after pipe works were done in Desa Bunga Raya by Syabas contractors ... Desa Bunga Raya Residents Association chairman Chew Yee Piw said the newly tarred residential roads were damaged and only one lane... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
World's top affordable beach resorts Nov 5, 2008
Health and nature buffs flock to the rugged, volcanic-sand shore of Alila Manggis (Desa Buitan, Manggis Karangasem, Candidasa; +62 3 634 1011; ), an hour east of touristy Kuta's nightclubs and adjacent to Mount Agung, an active volcano considered Bali's most sacred peak. All 56 rooms face the Bali Sea and overlook a lush central garden with coconut trees and frangipani the setting for the resort's free daily yoga sessions (all levels welcome). (The Age, Australia -- Breaking News)
Economic package unveiled (Updated with full text) Nov 4, 2008
Desakan untuk merobah keseluruhan dan membentang semula Bajet 2009 hanya akan membantutkan usaha Kerajaan untuk memastikan momentum pertumbuhan ekonomi negara dapat dicapai ... Dalam perkara ini, penekanan telah diberi kepada perluasan Jaringan Keselamatan Sosial untuk menyokong golongan miskin dan berpendapatan rendah, di desa dan di kota, di pekan kecil dan kampung terpencil. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
A younger top team at Maybank Nov 4, 2008
Khairussaleh replaced Datuk Aminuddin Md Desa, 46, who moved back to Mayban Fortis Holdings, the groups insurance division, as CEO.. Mayban Fortis has not had a CEO after Aminuddin left the division to become Maybank CFO earlier this year. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Syabas to cut water to consumers with arrears Nov 1, 2008
"The operations will also involve Taman Overseas Union, Taman Desa, Taman Abadi, the whole of Puchong town, Seri Kembangan and Serdang including Lestari and the Equine area, Sri Petaling, Sungai Besi and Salak Selatan," he said. Abdul Halem said the areas in Petaling Utara involved Section 1 to Section 17 of Petaling Jaya, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, Kelana Jaya and Seri Setia, Kampung Tunku, Section 51A and Section 52 Petaling Jaya, Bandar Baru Sungai Buloh and Bukit Rahman Putra. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
PM cant override A-G, court told Nov 1, 2008
Anwar had on Aug 7 claimed trial to sodomising his former aide Mohd Saiful Bukhari Azlan at the Desa Damansara Condominium in Bukit Damansara on June 26. Mohd Yusof s argument came as a rebuttal to Anwar s lawyer Sulaiman Abdullah, who had earlier submitted that the Prime Minister had given his assurance that Abdul Gani and Inspec-tor-General of Police Tan Sri Musa Hassan, who were implicated in Anwar s trials 10 years ago, would not be involved this time around. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Khairussaleh named Maybank group CFO Nov 1, 2008
Khairussaleh, 41, takes over from Aminuddin Md Desa who will helm the groups insurance arm, Mayban Fortis Holdings. In a statement yesterday, Maybank said the appointments of its senior executives were to position it as a leading regional financial services group by 2015. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Anwar's sodomy case: Transfer decision on Nov 7 Oct 31, 2008
Anwar had on Aug 7 claimed trial to sodomising his former aide Mohd Saiful Bukhari Azlan at the Desa Damansara Condominium in Bukit Damansara on June 26. He is opposing the prosecutions attempt to transfer his case to the High Court by challenging the validity of the certificate to transfer signed by the AG.. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
TM ex-chief strategy officer joins Maybank as CFO Oct 31, 2008
Khairussaleh, 41, takes over from Aminuddin Md Desa who will helm the groups insurance arm, Maybank Fortis Holdings as its chief executive office, a position which he previously held. In a statement released on Friday, Maybank also announced appointments to the groups consumer banking, business banking and also corporate banking. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
EXCLUSIVE: U.N. Reports Show Laxity, Chaos Oct 30, 2008
Ahlenius' report notes that OIOS successfully proved that managers of the U.N.'s Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA) had abused a $2. 6 million trust fund provided by the Greek government, and recommended that the agency pay restitution to Athens. (Fox News)
Disorderly parking causing daily traffic chaos in the Klang Valley Oct 29, 2008
A nightmare: Cars double-parked in Desa Sri Hartamas and being a nuisance to road users. A survey of the various busy areas by StarMetro uncovered some interesting facts. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Charged over centipede attack Oct 29, 2008
R. Prabakaran is accused of putting four centipedes and bugs on the bed of his neighbour K. Rajama, 30, at the latters house in Taman Desa Skudai at 2. 30am last Friday. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Mushrooming of exhibition spaces in Yogyakarta VS nostalgia Oct 24, 2008
Parangtritis, km 7 Desa Jurug RT 02, Bangunjiwo Sewon Bantul Yogyakarta. Post Your Comments. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
500 roads renamed since 1980 Oct 22, 2008
Amin said most of the city road names have been changed and that the City Hall has now moved to outskirt neighbourhoods such as Seri Petaling and Desa Petaling. Former City Hall Advisory Board member Datuk Ooi Saw Choo, who sat on DBKLs Road Naming Committee from 2005 to 2006 said the committee goes through a lengthy process before deciding on road names and said that a process to change a road name can take as long as two months. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
These sisters share clothes, including with buyers at vintage shop Oct 22, 2008
Sisters Debbie and Sandy Fernandes have opened vintage clothing store Desa Vintage on Tuesday on Main Street in Middletown between Washington and Ferry streets ... Sisters and business partners Sandy, 25, and Debbie Fernandes, 23, opened the doors Tuesday to Desa Vintage ... Desa Vintage specializes in women's apparel and accessories as well as some men's apparel. (Middletown Press, CT)
Sime expanding healthcare ops Oct 22, 2008
Wan Zahid said there were plans to build a healthcare centre in Desa Park City next year. With the recent rebranding exercise whereby the group spent about RM3mil, Subang Jaya Medical Centre is now known as Sime Darby Medical Centre Subang Jaya, Megah Medical Specialists Group is Sime Darby Specialist Centre Megah and the SJMC Academy of Nursing and Health Sciences is now Sime Darby Nursing h Sciences College. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Developers of Southwest D.C. waterfront seek 16 acres Oct 10, 2008
I am a full-fledged member of this team, said Desa Sealy Ruffin, president of and a partner from the get-go along with Elinor Bacon of and Curtis Williams of LLC.. Ben Soto, campaign treasurer to Fenty and president of , swooped in this summer to join as an investor, helping to push the Hoffman team over the 20 percent required CBE equity mark. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
Anwars sodomy trial stays in Sessions Court, for now Oct 8, 2008
He is accused of committing the offence at Desa Damansara Condominium in Jalan Setiakasih, Bukit Damansara, on June 26. Komathy continued hearing the defence counsels submissions on why he objected to the prosecutions application for the case transfer. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
State tournament, here they come Oct 8, 2008
Junior Dean Constant booted a corner kick to sophomore Kevin Desa, who brought the ball down with his chest ... The junior made a terrific stop on a point-blank rank rifle shot by Desa, then dove to his left and made a great save on a blast by Connolly. (Winchester Star, MA, MA)
Anwar case: Court hears objections (update 4) Oct 7, 2008
Anwar, 60, is charged with voluntarily committing carnal intercourse against the order of nature with his former aide, Mohamad Saiful Bukhari Azlan, 23, at Unit 1151, Desa Damansara Condominium, Jalan Setiakasih, Bukit Damansara between 3. 01pm and 4. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Wall Street rebounded Monday afternoon from early deep losses as investors hunted for bargain after the major indexes plunging more than 7 percent.• Experts urge concerted global efforts against financial woes Oct 7, 2008
"Against the backdrop of global economic integration, the interaction among international financial markets has become ever more closer, and the financial crisis on Wall Street has engendered systemic risks to the global financial system, making it almost impossible for any country to be immune from the meltdown," said Hong Pingfan, senior economic affairs officer at the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs. "When the financial crisis hit the United States and Europe, a large... (Xinhuanet, China)
Dancings good for the heart Line dancers help promote healthy lifestyle Oct 4, 2008
You can go jogging at Air Itam dam, play badminton or basketball at the courts in Chung Ling High School and swim at the Desa Permata Sport Complex pool, he said. Most Viewed. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Boys soccer ties Winchester, 1-1 Oct 3, 2008
The junior striker couldn t connect, but caused enough havoc in the Woburn defense that the ball continued through the air right to an unmarked Kevin Desa ... Just three minutes in, junior Eric DeSantis accelerated past his mark into the Winchester box, but sophomore sweeper Ben Bratt made the tackle just before DeSantis could get a shot off. (Woburn Advocate, MA)
UN warns of population surge Sep 25, 2008
The latest predictions are published by the population division of the UN's Department of Economic and Social Affairs. Improving longevity. (Yahoo News -- Population Issues)
Anwar to know status of sodomy case on Oct 7 Sep 25, 2008
He is accused of committing the offence at Desa Damansara Condominium in Jalan Setiakasih, Bukit Damansara, on June 26. Lead counsel Sulaiman Abdullah contended that the Sessions Court could try the sodomy case and that the court should treat it as though there was no certificate supplied. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Sachems have been difficult to beat Sep 25, 2008
Contributing assists in the victory were Kevin Desa, Michael Feblowitz and Dean Constant. Simpson and Feblowitz both scored two goals in Winchester s win over Wakefield last Thursday. (Winchester Star, MA, MA)
Rove beetle invasion Sep 23, 2008
He said he had received complaints on the presence of the beetles in Tanjung Bungah and Paya Terubong on the island and Desa Wawasan in Sungai Rambai, Permatang Pauh and Bagan Lalang on the mainland. The beetles habitat was disturbed by the harvesting of padi on the mainland as well as the recent floods, he added. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Aeon gears up for growth in next three years Sep 22, 2008
He has already started the ball rolling Aeons supermarket business began operations in October 2005 and the group currently has five supermarkets called MaxValu in Damansara Damai (pilot store), Pearl Point, Kota Kemuning, Ampang and Desa Park City in the Klang Valley. Contribution to revenue is still insignificant as the outlets are small and only focused on the supermarket business. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Property consultants offer mixed views Sep 15, 2008
The hot areas in the Klang Valley included the established developments of Desa Park City, Kuala Lumpur City Centre (KLCC), Bangsar and Mont Kiara, he added. KGV-Lambert Smith Hampton Sdn Bhd director Anthony Chua is not as optimistic as Wong. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Delicious spread Sep 14, 2008
Among the notables are the Jalan Raja Alang bazaar, Kampung Kerinchi, Bangsar, Setapak Jaya, Wangsa Maju, Melawati and Desa Pandan bazaars, to name a few. Penang. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
GAIL MARSHALL: Time for this bee to leave the hive Sep 12, 2008
When I began as a college student in 1969, I was a campus correspondent and a part-time student writer for Desa Belyea, a brilliant features editor, who led the department to national awards. My job was to write wedding stories. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Doctor fined RM15,000 Sep 10, 2008
She also ordered the removal of the seal on his clinic at Desa Chemor Sinaran in Chemor, near here, and that his seized medical records be returned. However, the judge barred Dr Radhakrishnan, who was summoned to court yesterday, from running his clinic until he had registered it under Section 27 of the Act. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Anwar's sodomy case postponed to Sept 24 (update 5) Sep 10, 2008
He is accused of committing the offence at Desa Damansara Condominium in Jalan Setiakasih, Bukit Damansara, between 3. 01pm and 4. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Sachems too much for Rockets Sep 9, 2008
Off a throw-in from the far side of the field, Simpson lobbed a ball up to sophomore Kevin Desa, who put it into the back of the Rocket goal. This was an embarrassing effort, said Rocket coach Dan McGrath. (Winchester Star, MA, MA)
Schoolkids amongst those nabbed for robbery Sep 8, 2008
Johor police chief Deputy Comm Datuk Mohd Mokhtar Mohd Shariff said police raided an empty house at Taman Desa Cemerlang about 2. 30am on Aug 31 where they arrested the suspects aged between 15 and 21. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
MRR2 repairs completed Sep 7, 2008
Pier 28 is located near the Kepong Komuter Station and Desa Complex. Two of the six lanes of the elevated highway were then closed to facilitate repairs. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Rep denies graft charge Sep 7, 2008
Mustafa, from Taman Desa Pelangi in Mantin, was arrested soon after he allegedly accepted RM2,000 from Manimaran at the restaurant. The Seremban Umno division committee member was released seven hours later on RM3,000 bail after having his statement recorded. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
More delays in opening of SMART Tunnel Sep 6, 2008
The water could not be pumped out to the storage pond in Taman Desa, which releases the water to the river, said Fuad. So, the tunnel cannot be opened early and if there is another storm, we can only take in a limited volume of water. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Former MTDC boss acquitted of CBT Sep 6, 2008
Judge S.M. Komathy Suppiah said there was no prima facie case against Datuk Anuar Md Nor, 53, who was accused of misappropriating the shares entrusted to him on Dec 16, 1999 in Desa Pandan. She said it was clear that MTDC was the beneficial owner of the shares and there was no evidence to show that the purchase of the shares was done in breach of the companys memorandum. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Online booking for sports facilities Sep 5, 2008
The 12 sports facilities involved are Stadium Titiwangsa, Kuala Lumpur Badminton Stadium, Taman Tasik Titiwangsa sports compleks, Bangsar sports complex, Bandar Tun Razak sports complex, Desa Tasik sports complex, Seri Delima sports complex and Sentul Perdana community centre, Taman Koperasi Polis Fasa 2 community centre, Taman Ibukota community centre, Seri Petaling community centre and the Taman Tun Dr Ismail community centre. Faster and easier: Ab Hakim (left) explaining the new system to the... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Brisk business at Ramadan stalls Sep 3, 2008
Web search enhanced by. Wednesday September 3, 2008. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Robbers 7-hour siege Sep 2, 2008
The suspects, who entered the workshop through the front gate, held up three Indonesian workers and tied them up in the 10pm robbery at the Desa Cemerlang industrial park on Sunday. Workshop owner Andrew Chia said besides the RM250,000 trailer, the robbers also took away 50 tyres worth RM1,000 each and machinery used to repair lorries. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Robbers make off with trailer and lorry tyres Sep 1, 2008
The suspects, who entered the workshop through the front gate, held up three Indonesian workers and tied them up during the 10pm robbery at the Desa Cemerlang industrial park on Sunday. Workshop owner Andrew Chia said besides the RM250,000 trailer, the robbers also took away 50 lorry tyres worth RM1,000 each and some machineries used to repair lorries. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
E-school soon Aug 31, 2008
SJK(C) KEPONG 3 ParkCity in Desa Park City, Kuala Lumpur, aims to be one of the first Chinese schools in Malaysia to offer electronic classes beginning in January next year. The school, which started last year with 550 students now has 1,114 students in 22 classrooms. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Good morning, Malaysia Aug 25, 2008
Hosts: Aziz Desa, Nik Sayyidah and Farrah Adeeba. Verdict: The only breakfast show that has a live traditional Malay group Wak Long to entertain viewers. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Spot check on 19 premises in Sri Hartamas Aug 25, 2008
THE Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) conducted a spot check at the Desa Sri Hartamas area recently after StarMetro carried reports of filthy backlanes in the commercial area. A total of 19 premises were checked, out of which four were issued compounds and three received notices. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Saiful gives his statement Aug 20, 2008
On Aug 8, Anwar pleaded not guilty in the Sessions Court here to sodomising his former aide in a Desa Damansara condominium here on June 26. Last Friday, Mohd Saiful swore on the Quran at the Federal Territory Mosque that Anwar had sodomised him and that it was not consensual. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Global demand for commodities lifts U.S. exports Aug 19, 2008
DESA, for example, known for its heating devices, recently moved some production back to Bowling Green, Kentucky, from China. The contrast with commodities, which cannot be shifted overseas, is striking. (International Herald Tribune -- Money Report)
U.S. export boom helps farms, not factories Aug 18, 2008
DESA LLC, for example, known for its heating devices, recently moved some production back to Bowling Green, Kentucky, from China. The contrast with commodities, which cannot be shifted overseas, is striking. (International Herald Tribune)
Maid beats up old woman Aug 13, 2008
It is learnt that the woman's daughter-in-law, in her 40s, had gone to her husband's house in Desa Damansara here on Aug 6, to check on the victim who had been left alone at home with the maid after her son had gone overseas. She was shocked to find her mother-in-law lying unconscious on the floor with bruises on her body and immediately rushed her to hospital. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Building frenzy in Mont Kiara Aug 11, 2008
From the junction of Jalan Desa Kiara and Jalan Kiara 3 (on the right) are the Lanai Kiara, Flora Murni (by Tian Global), Vista Kiara (Asia Quest), Laman Suria (Sunrise), Ceriaan Kiara (YNH Property) and Kiara 1888 (Mitraland) while on the left are the Garden International School, Kiara Designer Suites (Sunrise) and Kiara 9 (Mitrajaya) ... Sri Hartamas: Desa Sri Hartamas is a hip and happening place with lots of F lets while Taman Sri Hartamas has the Hartamas Shopping Centre (Taylor's College... (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Anwar pleads not guilty to sodomy, freed on RM20,000 bond Aug 8, 2008
The offence is said to have been committed at Desa Damansara Condominium in Jalan Setiakasih, Bukit Damansara, between 3. 01pm and 4. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Malaysia's minister tries to explain why Mohd Saiful is not charged Aug 8, 2008
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Anwar pleads not guilty Aug 7, 2008
The party's de facto leader is accused of committing the offence at Desa Damansara Condominium in Jalan Setiakasih, Bukit Damansara, between 3. 01pm and 4. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Motorists avoid the MRR2 Aug 5, 2008
As a safety precaution, the six-lane elevated section of the highway has been reduced to four lanes near the Kompleks Desa for the next three weeks pending an investigation. When StarMetro visited the site yesterday afternoon, there was no engineer or contractor at the site. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Olympics: Hasli targets top 10 finish in Beijing Aug 5, 2008
Hasli works as manager at the Langkawi International Shooting Range, which also serves as his training base under coach Mohamed Hashim Desa. I took up the job two months ago and this offers me a secure future. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Scare and jam on MRR2 as debris from pillar falls on cars Aug 4, 2008
However, the six-lane elevated section of highway will be reduced to four lanes near the Kompleks Desa for the next three weeks as a safety precaution pending an investigation. Closer view: Workers inspecting one of the MRR2 pillars yesterday. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Saiful tells of duties and trips on his blog Aug 3, 2008
These meetings took place at a Desa Damansara condominium, he said in his plain-looking website, adding that a PAS branch chief named En Hassanudin owned the condo. The entry went on to list the three overseas trips on which he accompanied Anwar: Hong Kong in early May, Bangkok in late May and Singapore from June 16 to 18. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Muhyiddin not contesting Umno presidency (updated) Aug 3, 2008
Three Johor Umno branches -- Stulang Laut, Permas Jaya and Kampung Desa Jaya -- have unanimously expressed their desire at their annual meetings for Muhyiddin to be nominated to contest the post of party president. "Umno holds steadfastly to democratic principles and does not at all restrict its members from expressing their opinions in arriving at decisions which they regard as good for the party," said Muhyiddin, who is International Trade and Industry Minister. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Balinese 'gambuh' loses its guardian mother Jul 31, 2008
Just one month before, she was busily preparing the Pura Desa Batuan troupe to perform in Europe: Her dedication to the classical performing arts of Bali knew no bounds. Cristina had been a serious student of Asian arts for decades. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Haslis eyes top-10 finish as birthday gift Jul 26, 2008
I am training under a local coach (Mohd Hashim Desa). I am shaping up well. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Faber going big on high-end projects Jul 23, 2008
In Taman Danau Desa, next to the company's completed Taman Desa township, there are plans to launch 40 semi-detached houses and six bungalows, priced from RM1. 9mil to RM2. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
