The young guns

It is really heart-warming to see more and more young guys and girls getting involve in charity work these days. I remember when I was at their age (early and mid twenties that is), all I thought of was just moi, moi, moi... and having fun!

Here are some of them in actions...

Malam Puisi Utusan - Demimu Palestin
Istana Budaya, 23rd January 2009









Konvoi Amal Dana Kemanusiaan Palestin (DAKAP) Kelab MyVi
Melaka, 24-26th January 2009











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Hey.. people are actually listening! (although taking action is another matter altogether). A good start guys... well done!

In The Star today:

Probe into whale and shark killings

KOTA KINABALU: The state has ordered the Fisheries Department to investigate claims that whales and sharks are being killed and processed at Mabul Island – which is next to the world-renowned diving paradise Sipidan Island.

That is the question state Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk Masidi Manjum wants answered quickly.

He is asking the state Fisheries Department and the Semporna district office to check out the alleged activities which he said would tarnish the state’s tourism industry.

Masidi said yesterday that Pulau Mabul, which also housed a number of resorts catering to tourists heading to Pulau Sipadan, was not within the jurisdiction of the Sabah Parks, an agency under his ministry.

“Nature lovers and global conservation community are fast becoming very influential lobbyists whose actions could hurt the state’s tourism industry in the long run if they decide a boycott Sabah to protest against activities perceived to be cruel to whales and sharks.”

He said: “Any small mistake or perceived inaction could have a major repercussion on the tourism industry.”

Masidi also called for more coordination among the various law enforcement agencies to curb illegal activities in Sabah waters such as fish bombing.