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Ferin mahu jadi nadi utama, bukan sekadar pelengkap

Ferin mahu jadi nadi utama, bukan sekadar pelengkap

SKUAD ragbi tujuh sebelah (7s) lelaki negara, Bunga Raya, berikrar untuk tampil lebih garang apabila turun beraksi dalam Siri Kedua Kejuaraan Ragbi 7s Asia 2025 yang bakal berlangsung di Colombo, Sri Lanka, hujung minggu ini.Semangat baharu itu membara selepas skuad bimbingan Nik Safuan Ismade Nik Man menamatkan saingan Siri Pertama di Hangzhou, China dengan berada dalam kelompok enam terbaik, meskipun tewas 17-26 kepada Emiriah Arab Bersatu (UAE) dalam aksi penentuan kedudukan.Bagi kempen di Colombo, barisan negara memperkemas segala persiapan dengan menampilkan gabungan pemain berpengalaman dan muka baharu, antaranya Leoabrenwee Ferin, yang mencuri perhatian ketika melakukan penampilan sulung di Hangzhou sebelum ini.Ferin, yang sebelum ini mewakili Putrajaya dalam Kejohanan 7s Kebangsaan, mengakui cabaran awal bersama skuad kebangsaan bukan mudah, terutama dalam usaha menyesuaikan diri dengan rentak dan intensiti ragbi di peringkat Asia."Cabaran paling besar bagi saya ialah menyesuaikan diri dengan corak permainan tujuh sebelah yang pantas dan menuntut ketahanan tinggi."Saya kini sudah bersedia sepenuhnya dari segi mental dan fizikal untuk memberikan aksi terbaik pada kejohanan minggu ini," kata pemain berusia 21 tahun itu kepada Sukan Sinar.Biarpun masih hijau di pentas antarabangsa, Ferin tidak mahu sekadar menjadi pelengkap pasukan, sebaliknya, bertekad membuktikan dirinya mampu menjadi antara nadi utama pasukan Bunga Raya 7s pada masa depan."Saya amat berbangga diberi peluang menyarung jersi kebangsaan. Ia satu penghormatan besar dan saya mahu jadikan pengalaman ini sebagai batu loncatan untuk terus maju."Saya juga mahu berkongsi segala ilmu serta pengalaman yang saya kutip di peringkat tertinggi dengan rakan-rakan di Malaysia, khususnya pemain muda yang bercita-cita mahu mengharumkan nama negara," ujarnya.

Media sosial hanya untuk 13 tahun ke atas

Media sosial hanya untuk 13 tahun ke atas

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia bakal mewajibkan semua pengenda­li media sosial melaksanakan pe­ngesahan identiti eKYC (electronic Know Your Customer) bagi memastikan pengguna ba­wah umur 13 tahun tidak memiliki akaun di platform berkenaan. Langkah drastik itu diumum­kan susulan kebimbangan terhadap keselamatan dan kese­jahteraan pelajar berikutan be­­be­apa kes jenayah antaranya membabit­kan pelajar perem­puan disyaki dirogol dua rakan sekolah secara ... Read more The post Media sosial hanya untuk 13 tahun ke atas appeared first on Utusan Malaysia .

England pasukan Eropah pertama ke Piala Dunia

England pasukan Eropah pertama ke Piala Dunia

RIGA: Skuad kebangsaan England menepati ramalan untuk mara ke Piala Dunia 2026 selepas mengesahkan slot ke kejohanan terbesar dunia itu dengan menewaskan Latvia 5-0, semalam. Tiada keraguan untuk England mara ke Piala Dunia buat kali kesembilan berturut-turut selepas skuad kendalian Thomas Tuchel mempamerkan aksi cemerlang di peringkat kelayakan. Gol pertama hadir pada minit ke-25 selepas ... Read more The post England pasukan Eropah pertama ke Piala Dunia appeared first on Utusan Malaysia .

Culture of violence spreading among youth online

Culture of violence spreading among youth online

PETALING JAYA : Violence has gone viral and is leaving its mark on Malaysian youth. The glamourisation of aggression across digital platforms has blurred the line between entertainment and real-life brutality. Experts say the recent stabbing at a school in Bandar Utama, Damansara 4 is an extreme but telling symptom of a culture where bullying, dominance and rage are no longer shunned but being liked, shared and celebrated. Universiti Teknologi Mara Social and Policy Studies lecturer Prof Dr Yarina Ahmad said entertainment now glorifies power and gangsterism, leading youths to believe respect comes from belonging to powerful or violent groups. “The influence of Western and international media further complicates this. Youths are increasingly shaped by what they watch, from Korean dramas with violent plots to Western films such as the Fast and Furious film series which glorify speed, aggression and power. “These portrayals often associate masculinity with dominance, thrill-seeking and even sexual desirability, sending a harmful message that strength and status come from reckless or violent behaviour,” she said, adding that constant exposure to online violence has eroded empathy, as seen in the boy’s apparent lack of compassion or awareness of the consequences of his actions. Yarina also noted that research has shown a strong link between media consumption and behavioural imitation among adolescents. She said studies, including one conducted by her student, found that addiction to violent entertainment – whether on television, YouTube or social media – significantly increases aggressive tendencies and the intention to act violently. “This doesn’t always lead to extreme acts like murder, but it manifests in aggression through speech, behaviour and social interactions. “This case shows how technology and media are changing the way people interact today. As technology advances, it is slowly replacing traditional values.” She stressed that heavy reliance on technology is unhealthy because it weakens critical thinking and empathy, as people begin letting algorithms think for them instead of reflecting on their actions. Suka Society (Persatuan Kebajikan Suara Kanak-Kanak Malaysia) executive director Anderson Selvasegaram said all parties – from parents to educators and the wider community – must take collective responsibility to ensure such tragedies in schools never happen again. He said the recent spate of disturbing events in schools should serve as a wake-up call for everyone to reflect on how children are guided, nurtured and protected. “All efforts must be made to prevent a repeat of such incidents in our schools. Over the past few weeks, we have witnessed several deeply troubling events that must never be allowed to happen again,” he said. Anderson stressed that responsibility for prevention begins at home, with parents playing a central role in shaping their children’s emotional and moral development from an early age. “Parents must work hard to stay engaged with their children’s lives and continue to help them manage emotions, challenges and life transitions, even though teenagers often withdraw during this stage of life.” He also called for stronger communication and trust between students, teachers and parents within schools, especially on issues of child safety and protection. “Policies on child protection must not only be adopted but effectively implemented to ensure our schools remain safe and supportive spaces for all children.” Anderson further warned of the growing influence of social media and online gaming on youth behaviour, urging parents to remain vigilant and involved in their children’s digital lives. He said while the extent of social media and gaming influences in this recent incident is not yet clear, parents must be cautious when granting access to devices, online games and social platforms. “The internet contains vast amounts of unregulated and harmful content that can shape young minds in negative ways. “Without consistent, caring guidance and strong moral support, young people risk becoming isolated and vulnerable to negative influences during the critical years of development.”