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Screenshot of Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman and actress Bella Astillah's engagement ceremony broadcast on Astro Gempak.
Screenshot of Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman and actress Bella Astillah's engagement ceremony broadcast on Astro Gempak.
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'I don’t love Bella in spite of her children, but because of them' - Syed Saddiq
In a moving engagement speech, Syed Saddiq addressed public questions surrounding his acceptance of Bella’s two children, turning the narrative into a powerful affirmation of love, family and commitment.
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Screenshot of Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman and actress Bella Astillah's engagement ceremony broadcast on Astro Gempak.
Screenshot of Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman and actress Bella Astillah's engagement ceremony broadcast on Astro Gempak.
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'Luckiest man in the world': Syed Saddiq declares love for Bella, embraces her children in emotional engagement speech
Speaking candidly, Syed Saddiq described Bella as an “exceptional” and “extraordinarily talented” woman, highlighting not just her public persona but the qualities he said truly define her character.
Jeffri, who retired from TLDM in 2011, opened the shop in 2016. Initially, he sold watches from various brands, but in 2017, he was appointed Malaysia’s sole distributor for Submarine Professional Time, a US-based watch brand. - Bernama photo
Jeffri, who retired from TLDM in 2011, opened the shop in 2016. Initially, he sold watches from various brands, but in 2017, he was appointed Malaysia’s sole distributor for Submarine Professional Time, a US-based watch brand. - Bernama photo
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TLDM veteran creates limited edition watches
Jeffri Mansor, 59, a former Warrant Officer 1, said the Submarine-brand watch was presented to him by Sultan Mizan as a token of appreciation after five years of service as the King’s escort from 2006 to 2011.
A detailed view of a suit worn by an Elvis Presley impersonator during previews ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Las Vegas at Las Vegas Strip Circuit on November 19, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Hector Vivas / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)
A detailed view of a suit worn by an Elvis Presley impersonator during previews ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Las Vegas at Las Vegas Strip Circuit on November 19, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Hector Vivas / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)
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Bill Cherry’s world-class Elvis tribute coming to Malaysia in April
The performance is positioned as a premium entertainment showcase rather than a conventional tribute show, highlighting Cherry’s vocal precision, striking resemblance and stage authenticity.
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“She said yes”: Syed Saddiq announces engagement to Bella Astillah after rainy Mount Kinabalu proposal
It is the beginning of their happy story.
Syed Saddiq and Bella Astillah.
Syed Saddiq and Bella Astillah.
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Did Space Dollah just confirm a Syed Saddiq and Bella Astillah engagement?
Is a ceremony set for this afternoon?
Emotional and mental stress can have a direct impact on the cardiovascular system in women. Stress hormones such as cortisol and adrenaline, when continuously released, can raise blood pressure, cause irregular heart rhythms and increase the risk of heart attacks and strokes. (Photo by Delil SOULEIMAN / AFP) AFP photo for illustration purpose only
Emotional and mental stress can have a direct impact on the cardiovascular system in women. Stress hormones such as cortisol and adrenaline, when continuously released, can raise blood pressure, cause irregular heart rhythms and increase the risk of heart attacks and strokes. (Photo by Delil SOULEIMAN / AFP) AFP photo for illustration purpose only
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Behind the smile: The unseen emotional toll on women
Across cultures, women are expected to be nurturing and prioritise the feelings of others, and refrain from complaining or exposing family "secrets”, leading many women to suppress their emotions.
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Nationally, the number of people who traveled to receive abortions fell to 142,000 last year, down from the 170,000 recorded in 2024 and 154,000 in 2023. - 123RF photo
Nationally, the number of people who traveled to receive abortions fell to 142,000 last year, down from the 170,000 recorded in 2024 and 154,000 in 2023. - 123RF photo
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The researchers compared the proteins in these particles from healthy cells and cancer cells and found a pattern of four proteins linked to cancer. - 123RF photo
The researchers compared the proteins in these particles from healthy cells and cancer cells and found a pattern of four proteins linked to cancer. - 123RF photo
Australian blood test detects early cancers using 4 key proteins
Screenshot of Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman and actress Bella Astillah's engagement ceremony broadcast on Astro Gempak.
Screenshot of Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman and actress Bella Astillah's engagement ceremony broadcast on Astro Gempak.
'I don’t love Bella in spite of her children, but because of them' - Syed Saddiq
Screenshot of Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman and actress Bella Astillah's engagement ceremony broadcast on Astro Gempak.
Screenshot of Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman and actress Bella Astillah's engagement ceremony broadcast on Astro Gempak.
'Luckiest man in the world': Syed Saddiq declares love for Bella, embraces her children in...
Jeffri, who retired from TLDM in 2011, opened the shop in 2016. Initially, he sold watches from various brands, but in 2017, he was appointed Malaysia’s sole distributor for Submarine Professional Time, a US-based watch brand. - Bernama photo
Jeffri, who retired from TLDM in 2011, opened the shop in 2016. Initially, he sold watches from various brands, but in 2017, he was appointed Malaysia’s sole distributor for Submarine Professional Time, a US-based watch brand. - Bernama photo
TLDM veteran creates limited edition watches
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Picture for illustrative purposes - File picture
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Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli. Bernama FILE PIX
Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli. Bernama FILE PIX
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The public has been advised to watch for early signs of heatstroke, especially those most vulnerable, including children, the elderly, and people with chronic illnesses. - Photo by Bernama
The public has been advised to watch for early signs of heatstroke, especially those most vulnerable, including children, the elderly, and people with chronic illnesses. - Photo by Bernama
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Photo illustrated via Canva
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Saddiq and Bella (centre) during a meet and greet session to promote his book "Jalan Tegak" published by Karangkraf during the International Book Festival Kuala Lumpur 2025 in May last year. (Photo by Halim Wahid)
Saddiq and Bella (centre) during a meet and greet session to promote his book "Jalan Tegak" published by Karangkraf during the International Book Festival Kuala Lumpur 2025 in May last year. (Photo by Halim Wahid)
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