Retirement Planning: 7 Things Malaysians Should Take Note Of

1. An active EPF member can save an average of RM158,302 by the age of 54, this amount will only last for 20-25 years

Surveys have found that most Malaysians do not give any thought to retirement even if they are retiring in five to 10 years. One reason they do not engage in a retirement plan is due to the lack of financial literacy, Employees Provident Fund (EPF) chairman Tan Sri Samsudin Osman said.
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Second Finance Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Husni Hanadzlah said that although the EPF gave an average dividend of 6.11% in the last 5 years, the average savings of an active EPF member at the age of 54 was just RM158,302.

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2. The Employees Provident Fund (EPF) will offer retirement and financial advice to its members at EPF branches in Klang Valley in 2014

"Members will be assisted to create a comprehensive financial plan that will help them achieve their goals and dreams," said second finance Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Husni Mohamed Hanadziah.

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“We will begin a pilot project in the Klang Valley with an eventual national roll-out at the end of the pilot phase in one or two years," said Chairman Tan Sri Samsudin Osman.

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3. One rule of thumb is that you'll need 70% of your annual pre-retirement income to live comfortably

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First, determine what you'll need to contribute to reach your retirement goal. You want a nest egg that can annually deliver between 70 to 90 percent of your pretax, pre-retirement salary.

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Create a budget of your recurring expenses & include your savings contributions as a monthly expense; this will clearly show you where your money's going & should provide some insight into what debts should be dealt with first.

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4. It's almost freakishly easy to design a retirement plan that gives you a strong chance of a 7-figure nest egg if you start in your 20s

The earlier you start saving, the more time you have to build wealth. Even small monthly contributions allow your money to yield better results over time than if you start saving at a later age (Projection from USAA).
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If you start in your 20s, it's almost freakishly easy to design a retirement plan that, if you consistently execute it, gives you a strong chance of getting you to retirement with a seven-figure nest egg.

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5. Diversify your portfolio by spreading risk among your investments

The saying, "Don't put all of your eggs in one basket," couldn't apply more to saving for retirement. Financial advisors, investment bankers and economists will all tell you that the more diverse a portfolio, the safer it is.
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Focus on a well-diversified investment portfolio with reasonable exposure to other asset classes for example, bonds, cash and property and aim for steady returns. Understand the tax implications of your investments.

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A person heavily involved in just one type of investment is more vulnerable to financial problems if the markets associated with that investment tank.

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6. Tax relief of up to RM3,000 a year is given for contributions to Malaysia's voluntary Private Retirement Scheme (PRS)

Dividend policy of Malaysia's voluntary Private Retirement Scheme (PRS).
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PRS is a defined contribution pension scheme which allows people (or their employers) to voluntarily contribute into an investment vehicle for the purposes of building up their retirement income.

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The 8 PRS Providers approved are AmInvestment Management Sdn Bhd, American International Assurance Bhd, CIMB-Principal Asset Management Bhd, Hwang Investment Management Berhad, ING Funds Bhd, Manulife Unit Trust Bhd, Public Mutual Bhd and RHB Investment Management Sdn Bhd.

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7. Life expectancy and longevity can be powerful planning tools, Malaysia's life expectancy at birth is 74.28 (stats from CIA)

This entry contains the average number of years to be lived by a group of people born in the same year, if mortality at each age remains constant in the future. The entry includes total population as well as the male and female components. Life expectancy at birth is also a measure of overall quality of life in a country and summarizes the mortality at all ages. It can also be thought of as indicating the potential return on investment in human capital and is necessary for the calculation of various actuarial measures.
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You may live longer than you expect - Life expectancy & longevity can be powerful planning tools that can help provide a truer picture of what you have to do to make your retirement years both comfortable & secure.

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"Each year of our working life, we will actually be saving each year of our retirement years. You cannot afford not to miss a year's of savings."

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Abducted Malaysian Cosmetic Sales Agent Rescued In Thailand

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Earlier this month, cosmetic sales agent, Rosnazirah Mohd Naim, 36, was reportedly abducted at her home in Kampung Semat Jal, Wakaf Bharu, Kelantan

The victim's location was successfully tracked with the assistance and close collaboration of the Royal Thai Police and the Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department, reported Berita Harian."The victim was found and rescued before being returned to Malaysia today," said Chief of Police, Tan Sri Acryl Sani Abdullah Sani, on Thursday, 29 September."In this case, seven Malaysian men were apprehended in Kelantan, Selangor, and Kuala Lumpur," Acryl Sani added.

The victim, Rosnazirah Mohd Naim.
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The Toyota Vios used to kidnap the victim was also seized by police

"The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) expresses its deepest appreciation to the Royal Thai Police and the Malaysian Embassy in Bangkok for their help and cooperation in assisting in the rescue of the victim," said Acryl Sani.PDRM also requested the public to share any information about illegal activities in order to combat crime and maintain public safety and order.

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Earlier this month, the victim's kidnapping was captured on closed-circuit television (CCTV) footage, which shows her being dragged into a car by three men:

                Cosmetic Sales Agent Abducted From Her Home By Group Of Men

Witnesses claimed that she might have been taken to a neighbouring country.

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[TERKINI] Muhyiddin: Pakatan Copied BN's Policies For Their Manifesto #PRU13

Muhyiddin says it was Pakatan who copied their idea

Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin argued that the opposition coalition lacked experience to know that most of its proposed policies on welfare and plans to cut car prices have already been implemented.

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He accused Pakatan Rakyat of incorporating existing government policies into their election pledges.

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The  Umno deputy president noted that BN was already aiming to reduce price tags on cars under the Asean Free Trade Agreement as well as other free-trade programmes.

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Muhyiddin cited another example where PR had pledged to build 150,000 affordable houses. He argued that affordable housing had been a key government policy under his coalition’s rule.

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“Copying us shows that BN has finally accepted the fact that Manifesto Rakyat is good, workable and fulfils the people’s wishes,” he said.

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“It’s actually the other way around. It was them that copied us,” Muhyiddin told reporters.

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Barisan Nasional's manifesto at a glance

The Barisan Nasional manifesto can be downloaded at http://www.betternation.my/#manifesto .
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BN's manifesto on healthcare. Photo courtesy of Liow Tiong Lai @twitter.
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The Barisan  National manifesto promises to gradually reduce car prices by 20% to 30%.
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Barisan National Manifesto "A Promise of Hope" summarized in this infographic.
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What the rakyat is saying about BN's promise of hope

Facebook citizens have taken to calling the BN manifesto the BN "moneyfesto".
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On Twitter, Malaysians seem to be impressed with BN's manifesto.
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Twitterjaya looking forward to BN's manifesto.
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Trending on Facebook, some Malaysians are not convinced with Najib's proposal.
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Facebook netizens are not convinced with BN's promise.
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What others say about the manifesto

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“When Barisan criticises us that the Opposition will bankrupt the country with our manifesto, they should be looking at themselves,” DAP national organising secretary Anthony Loke said.

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PKR Wanita chief Zuraida Kamaruddin said that no target had been set in the Barisan manifesto on the participation of women in national decision- making policies.

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PAS vice-president Datuk Mahfuz Omar said that increasing the 1Malaysia People's Aid would not address the issue of rising living costs.

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PKR strategy director Rafizi Ramli said that BN's promise to revamp the National Automotive Policy and lowering car prices by 20% to 30% would be meaningless unless the excise duties were abolished.

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Ibrahim Suffian, director of independent pollster Merdeka Center, said the steps taken to combat graft were merely “procedural and do not tackle systemic issues”.

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“Najib has made a hard sell on his economic track record, but most people don’t feel the 49% increase in income over the past three years he talks about. That’s the disconnect,” he added.

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Najib promises more cash for all

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The new manifesto themed “A Promise of Hope” offers focused, compelling and concrete pledges that will also spur the country's economic growth.

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Najib promised to increase BR1M up to RM1,200 for households and RM600 for singles while maintaining it on an annual basis.

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He also promised to increase Bantuan Buku 1Malaysia to school students from the existing RM150 to RM300 annually and a scholling aid of RM150.

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The prime minister also promised to build a million low-cost homes and attract 1.3 trillion ringgit in investment by 2020, creating 3.3 million jobs in the country of 29 million people.

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He also intends to increase the number of 1 Malaysia shops; lowering broadband fees by at least 20 per cent; and building 1 million affordable homes within the next five years.

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Najib unveils Barisan Nasional Manifesto themed "A Promise of Hope"

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Berikut intipati Manifesto Barisan Nasional (BN) yang dilancarkan Perdana Menteri dan Pengerusi BN, Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak di Stadium Putra Bukit Jalil.

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Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak unveiled a people-centric Barisan Nasional manifesto focusing on an action plan to raise the quality of life of all Malaysians in the next five years.

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Manifesto bertemakan 'Menepati Janji Membawa Harapan' itu, mengandungi janji BN untuk membawa negara ke peringkat lebih tinggi sekiranya diberikan mandate baharu dalam pilihan raya umum ke-13 nanti.

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BN chairman Najib Tun Razak unveiled a manifesto pledging bigger cash handouts, millions of new jobs and lower taxes and crime, as he seeks his first mandate in looming polls.

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The manifesto argued that Malaysia needed a strong government that was capable of delivering the national transformation agenda towards achieving a fully developed high income nation.

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Najib: “We have fulfilled the hopes of the people. If that was our performance over just four years, imagine what we can achieve in the next five years."

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Najib said the GE13 all boils down to one word, trustworthiness.

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Compare here: Pakatan Rakyat's Manifesto “Pakatan Harapan Rakyat”

25 Februari 2013 - Pakatan Rakyat (PR) hari ini melancarkan manifesto pilihan raya mereka dengan tema “Pakatan Harapan Rakyat” menjelang Pilihan Raya Umum ke-13 (PRU13).

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"If Zahid Goes, All UMNO Leaders Go" – Bung Moktar Weighs In On Calls For Zahid To Resign

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UMNO president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has been urged by several people, including his own members, to resign from the party's leadership position

Selangor UMNO chief Tan Sri Noh Omar was one of the UMNO members who admitted losing hope in the president's leadership and urged Zahid to step down. Noh himself, has pulled the plug on his position in UMNO and handed in his resignation on Sunday, 20 November, after attending a meeting at UMNO headquarters.Adding to the list of people fielding for Zahid's resignation was the Johor Menteri Besar (MB) Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi. The MB claimed that if Zahid remains in UMNO, the party will continue to fail at winning any seats in the future. "Therefore, with the utmost respect, I ask that Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid resign as UMNO president as soon as possible, just as Datuk Seri Najib Razak resigned as president in 2018," Onn Hafiz was quoted as saying to New Straits Times reporters.

Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi (left) and Tan Sri Noh Omar (right).
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Sabah UMNO chief Bung Moktar Radin has now also weighed in on Zahid's call to resign and said that UMNO's loss was the result of a group "political decision"

According to Malay Mail, just minutes after attending the same meeting where Noh handed in his resignation, Bung claimed that UMNO's loss was the responsibility of every UMNO leader. Therefore, he said that every leader should be held to the same standard they expect from Zahid. "If [Zahid] resigns, then we all have to resign, including me," Bung said to reporters as he was leaving the meeting.The Kinabatangan seat winner also said that the situation has not reached a level where Zahid's resignation is necessary for the betterment of UMNO.

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Barisan Nasional (BN) suffered a disappointing loss in the 15th General Election (GE15), winning only 30 seats, a drastic fall from the coalition's win of 79 seats in the previous general election

Coalition contenders, Perikatan Nasional (PN) and Pakatan Harapan (PH), sprinted ahead in the electoral race, winning 73 and 82 seats respectively.

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Read more about the calls for Zahid's resignation:

                #GE15: Noh Omar Resigns As Selangor UMNO Chief & Urges Zahid To Resign As Well

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PN and BN leaders are currently meeting in Kuala Lumpur to "discuss views":

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Muhyiddin Yassin Is The President Of Dr. M's New (Bumi-Only?) Party

Muhyiddin Yassin, who was sacked from the post of the Deputy PM by his once BFF Najib, is all set become the poster boy of a newly announced political party that is being touted to take on UMNO

Muhyiddin and Najib in happier times.
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In a Facebook post today, 4 August, Muhyiddin wrote that he will be applying to register the new political party, headed by Dr. Mahathir, with the Registrar of Societies (RoS). Muhyiddin will be its President.

"A meeting on the new party held at Dr. Mahathir's residence last night went smoothly. I will submit the application to RoS (Registry of Societies) soon. Let's pray that the application will be approved. God willing, we will do the best for the people and the country," Muhyiddin wrote on his Facebook earlier today.

The new party will have seven founding committee members

(From left) Kamarul Azman, Anina, Muhyiddin, Dr Mahathir, Mukhriz, Akhramsyah Muammar and Syed Saddiq.
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They are namely as, Dr. Mahathir, former Kedah menteri besar Mukhriz, former Langkawi Wanita Umno leader Anina Saadudin, Gabungan Ketua Cawangan Malaysia (GKCM) president Kamarul Azman Habibur Rahman, student group Challenger leader Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman and Akhramsyah Muammar Ubaidah Sanusi. It is understood the registration documents will be submitted on Friday.

Speaking to Malaysiakini about the need for a new party, Syed said that they needed "a new platform now", adding that they "want to form a new party that will not repeat mistakes made in the past."

However, the new party is expected to be Malay-based in composition.In fact, FMT quoted former Langkawi UMNO member Anina Saadudin, who is a founding member if the new party, as saying that it will cater only to the Bumiputeras."This new party caters to the Bumiputeras, even the name of the party has been set and now all that’s left is to just wait for an official announcement later," Anina told FMT.Many are touting the new party as a substitute to UMNO currently led by PM Najib, which Dr. Mahathir has claimed is beyond redemption, reported Malaysiakini.

Commenting on the formation of the new party, prominent human rights activist Ambiga Sreenevasan welcomed it, saying that the new party will add to the opposing voices in the political arena.
"The more, the merrier," Ambiga told the Malay Mail Online.

"I would have thought it strengthens it. I think it will strengthen it,” the National Human Rights Society (Hakam) president told reporters outside the Prime Minister’s Office here, when asked if Muhyiddin’s party would strengthen or split the opposition voice on the 1MDB issue. “We should wait and see how it works and I think it will work well.”

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Woman Claims Workers Laughed After She Spotted 2 Rats In KL Luxury Mall Food Court

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An Instagram Story of two rats running around in a restaurant kitchen at a Kuala Lumpur luxury mall has gone viral on Twitter

Instagram user Sarah Liana said she took the photos while having lunch with her family at a teppanyaki restaurant in the mall's food court recently."In the midst of me eating, these two rats came out," her caption said, with emojis of her dismay and disgust.She also claimed that the restaurant staff "just laughed" after she made the pests known to them."I don't feel like eating anymore... I can't believe the workers didn't do anything about it after we pointed out there were rats. So disappointed!" she wrote.She also told SAYS that not a single staff apologised while her family was at the restaurant.

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On Twitter, a screenshot of her Instagram Story garnered over 9,000 retweets, with netizens discussing restaurant hygiene

Tagging the mall, Twitter user @Azwinshafinaz said, "Don't take this [lightly]! Rat urine can cause death to people. Even more disgusting it happened during service time.""She informed the workers on this, what did they do? They just stare at it and laughed! Not shoo-ing or close service! But laughed."Someone else said, "Leptospirosis originating from rats is no laughing matter."Meanwhile, others also made light of the issue, referencing the movie Ratatouille.

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The management of the restaurant in question, Food Republic, has since apologised for the incident

"We deeply regret the encounter of pests found at the Teppanyaki stall within Food Republic. We offer our sincerest apologies to all our patrons and have since taken immediate steps to address and resolve the issue," they said in a statement on Facebook on Tuesday, 7 December.The food court has closed the teppanyaki stall for deep cleaning and pest eradication, to which they assured that all equipment will be moved for thorough checking."Thorough cleaning is also done regularly for the entire outlet and we would like to reassure all patrons that hygiene standards are of utmost importance to us," they said, adding that the stall will remain closed until it is deemed safe to re-open.SAYS has reached out to Food Republic for additional comment but has not received a reply.


Semuanya Di Hujung Jari, 'myundi' Sedia Update Berita & Laporan Terkini Pilihan Raya

Umum sedia maklum, tarikh mengundi untuk Pilihan Raya Negeri Sabah (PRN Sabah) jatuh pada 26 September 2020

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Dalam kesibukan menanti PRN Sabah, pastinya anda ingin tahu update terkini pilihan raya ini contohnya berapa kerusi yang bakal bertanding, berita terkini, parti mana yang dapat undian terbanyak dan macam-macam lagi.Antara tarikh penting bagi pilihan raya negeri Sabah adalah: 12 September 2020 - Hari Penamaan Calon22 September 2020 - Hari Pengundian Awal26 September 2020 - Hari Mengundi Tapi kat mana nak dapat semua update terkini dan informasi tentang PRN Sabah ini?

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Man Breaks Up With Fiancée 3 Days Before Wedding & 'Marries' Cousin Instead

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An Indonesian man had to pretend to marry his own cousin to save his family from embarrassment after calling off his engagement to his real fiancée three days before the wedding

The man, Ryan Dono, revealed the matter after he received a lot of social media hate caused by his ex-fiancée who claimed that he broke off the engagement because he wanted to marry another woman, reported Kosmo.According to Ryan, he called off the engagement with his former fiancée, Yessy, after she requested a housing grant as a dowry at the last minute.Ryan and his family then decided to throw a fake wedding ceremony with one of his own cousins to cover up the family's embarrassment.

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When the ceremony took place, the invited guests had no idea that the 'bride' was not actually Ryan's wife, but was instead a substitute 'actor' for the bride role

"My mother advised that we go ahead with the ceremony that had been planned to safeguard the family from humiliation. I also did not question the plan," he said.Ryan added that the ceremony's objective remained, one of which was to also cover Yessy's shame. However, the woman herself decided to expose Ryan's family on social media after she was 'abandoned' by them."I already told her to not make a big deal out of the wedding. In the end, [she's] the one who's ashamed," said Ryan's mother.

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The groom went on to say that despite his sadness from being unable to continue his marriage with Yessy, he still tried to remain firm

"I tried to persist because I didn't want my parents to see me sad. I tried to be patient in front of the guests, but at the same time, I was quite unhappy," said Ryan."In my little heart, I hold no animosity [against Yessy]. No matter how much she had insulted me, I remained calm and tried my best to stay silent."

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Health Minister Claims Warm Water Can Kill Coronavirus Because It "Doesn't Like Heat"

Health Minister Dr Adham Baba appeared on RTM on Thursday night, 19 March, to speak about the COVID-19 situation in the country

During the programme, Dr Adham made a claim, albeit a misleading one, that drinking warm water can kill the virus that causes COVID-19 because the virus "doesn't like heat".The newly-appointed Health Minister then went on to demonstrate the so-called science.According to him, if people keep their mouths and throats constantly moist by drinking water, this will help wash the virus down the oesophagus (food pipe) and be killed by our stomach acid.Soon after, a clip from the programme went viral after a Malaysian netizen uploaded it on Twitter to alert others about the misleading claim regarding a pandemic that has killed more than 10,000 people.The clip was then retweeted by lawyer Syahredzan Johan, who commented on the Health Minister's advice, saying "if this is correct, I think this is a great life hack that everyone should know."

Is it true that drinking hot water can get rid of the virus?I saw a video of the Health Minister saying this. Viruses apparently don’t like hot water. https://t.co/seZBfK6VF3— Syahredzan Johan (@syahredzan) March 20, 2020

While drinking water is good, it won't kill the COVID-19 virus

It's a myth that originated from viral social media posts and has been debunked by multiple experts."We always caution anyone healthy and people who are sick to keep up fluid intake and keep mucus membranes moist," Dr William Schaffner, an infectious disease expert at Vanderbilt University told the Associated Press back in February."It makes you feel better, there is no clear indication that it directly protects you against complications."According to Dr Schaffner, while medical professionals typically recommend keeping up fluid intake when sick, drinking more water will not keep anyone from catching the virus.The World Health Organisation (WHO) also debunked it on 7 February, saying that "while staying hydrated by drinking water is important for overall health, it does not prevent coronavirus infection."

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Meanwhile, weighing in on Dr Adham Baba's claim on RTM, General Surgeon Dr Amalina Bakri said that regardless of where you hear this advice on drinking water, even if it was on national TV, it is a myth

The United Kingdom-based Surgeon added that "it is not evidence-based"."The correct tips are to look after hygiene, wash hands, avoid touching the face, practice cough etiquette, staying at home, and maintain social distancing of at least one metre," she said."Just to be clear, heat at about 60 degrees celsius can inactivate the virus outside the body, but once it is inside, the hot water will not weaken the virus."

Having said that, drinking water is good to keep you hydrated but it doesn’t inactivate the virus in anyway.— Dr. Amalina (@DrAmalinaBakri) March 20, 2020

You can fast-forward to the 49-minute mark for Dr Adham's claim:

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Menurut Jabatan Siasatan dan Penguatkuasaan Trafik (JSPT), Ibu Pejabat Polis Kontinjen Kuala Lumpur menawarkan pengurangan kadar saman trafik sehingga 50 peratus bermula 10 hingga 12 Januari ini di Balai Polis Trafik Jalan Tun H.S. Lee Kuala Lumpur.Menerusi kenyataan di laman Facebook, JSPT KL berkata, tawaran tersebut diberikan pada tarikh yang ditetapkan sahaja, bermula jam 8.30 pagi hingga 4.30 petang.

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Selain itu, individu yang ingin mendapatkan tawaran diskaun tidak boleh membuat pembayaran melalui laman web MYEG dan harus hadir secara fizikal ke balai trafik berkenaan.“Bayaran atas talian hanya melalui aplikasi mybayarsaman dan OKS (orang kena saman) perlu hadir bagi mendapatkan barcode diskaun mybayarsaman.“Pembayaran boleh dibuat dengan menggunakan tunai atau debit kad atau kredit kad. Tetapi admin menggalakkan pembayaran secara tunai untuk mengelakkan masalah semasa pembayaran,” katanya.

Tawaran tidak dihadkan untuk saman di Kuala Lumpur sahaja, tetapi sah untuk semua saman dari seluruh Malaysia

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Selain itu, tawaran diskaun ini layak untuk saman yang dikeluarkan di seluruh negara oleh Polis Diraja Malaysia (PDRM) sahaja dan tidak melibatkan saman agensi-agensi lain.Bagaimanapun, diskaun tersebut tidak diberikan kepada 9 jenis kesalahan seperti kesalahan menggunakan lorong kecemasan, memotong di garisan berkembar, jalan semasa lampu isyarat merah, kesalahan tidak boleh kompaun (NC), saman pengubahsuaian ekzos, memotong secara bahaya (potong Q), saman kemalangan, kesalahan berkaitan kenderaan berat dan kesalahan status perbicaraan.Tambahnya, “Orang awam yang ingin melakukan pembayaran perlu membuat semakan saman dahulu kemudian pindaan saman dan seterusnya pembayaran saman.”

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People In Sarawak Can Now Dine In At All Eateries & Restaurants

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Starting today, 16 July, food and beverage outlets in Sarawak can open for dine-ins, according to the Sarawak Disaster Management Committee (SDMC)

The decision to allow dine-ins in the state comes after standard operating procedures were revised for eateries under Phase Two of the National Recovery Plan (NRP), said SDMC.It, however, added that only operators and workers who have received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine are allowed to operate the dine-in services."They are allowed to operate from 6am to 10pm, with a 50% workforce," the committee said.

Among the SOPs, a 2m gap between tables for dine-in customers has to be practised at all times by the outlet operators

The disaster management committee said that for a small table with a 1m diameter, only two people are allowed. Tables with 1.2m diameter can seat four people while six people can sit at a 2m diameter table.Additionally, the outlets will also have to display the maximum capacity at the entrance.All music and live performances, including those in bistros, are still prohibited.The committee also reminded the economic sectors that are allowed to operate to always comply with the SOPs, warning that it will not hesitate to take action against anyone for non-compliance."The committee will immediately close their operations for 14 days if COVID-19 cases are reported to have spread from their premises. The cost of screening and sanitisation will have to be borne by the owners or operators of the eateries," it said, adding that compound notices will also be issued to operators and workers who fail to comply with the SOPs.

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The state reported a total of 363 new COVID-19 cases yesterday, 15 July, taking its cumulative tally to 70,228 cases.
Four new deaths were also reported, taking the death toll to 443.

The same day, the country recorded its highest daily cases at 13,215 with 110 deaths.

Pecahan kes baharu #COVID19, 15 Julai 2021. pic.twitter.com/j8XWSsGTVl— KKMalaysia (@KKMPutrajaya) July 15, 2021

Remember to limit your movement and keep practising physical distancing. Watch the latest update on the COVID-19 situation:

Meanwhile, myBurgerLab has decided to take a five-day break beginning 26 July to care for its employees' mental well-being:

                MyBurgerLab Raises 'Red Flag' And Takes 5-Day Mental Health Break For Its Staff

"It's not that we can afford to close. It's that we can't afford to lose our people."

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[FACT OR FAKE #43] Are Chicken McNuggets Really Made Of This Pink Goop?

It's an image that has never gone away since it was first circulated in 2010 - a huge pouring of synthetic pink soft serve-like matter falling into a cardboard box that was purportedly the filling on McDonald's Chicken McNuggets, followed by these texts:

Say hello to mechanically separated chicken. It's what all fast-food chicken is made from — things like chicken nuggets and patties. Also, the processed frozen chicken in the stores is made from it. Basically, the entire chicken is smashed and pressed through a sieve — bones, eyes, guts, and all. it comes out looking like this.

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The pink goop freaked people out, not only because it looks weird, but because of the description that came along with it:

There's more: because it's crawling with bacteria, it will be washed with ammonia, soaked in it, actually. Then, because it tastes gross, it will be reflavored artificially. Then, because it is weirdly pink, it will be dyed with artificial color.

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So, what's the reality behind this ubiquitous image of pink goop? Does it has anything to do with McDonald's? How much of it is FACT or FAKE?

The image that sparked an outrage: This photo, first circulated in 2010, purported to show the filling of McDonald's Chicken McNuggets.
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FACT: There is NO pink goop in chicken Mcnuggets

It's not pink goop. It's more like a beige-ish sludge. Gross? Not entirely because ground up raw chicken meat made on a mass level will probably never look appetizing, no matter how clean the process and how delicious the result is. But at least it's good to know you're not eating alien meat?

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McDonald's Canada recently addressed what's actually inside a McDonald's Chicken Nugget and it's not as exotic as we were afraid to believe.

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It starts with a whole chicken which is sliced up and separated into their specific cuts

Chicken breast is separated and collected into a bin. The bin o' chicken is then ground up and chicken skin and seasoning is added to a meat blender.

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The blended chicken is then shaped into the four official chicken nugget shapes and dabbed with a light and heavy batter. It doesn't exactly look good when it's made (as you'll see below), but it's still chicken.

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WATCH: How chicken McNuggets are really made. The video is part of a larger campaign by McDonald’s Canada to dispel urban legends about its food.

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The company is currently answering literally any question asked on its website:

McDonald's Canada is answering any questions about its food - even the tough ones. Ask yours. Get a personal reply.

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Laman Food Insider USA Tunjuk Cara Buat Sos 'Worcestershire', Tapi Netizen Kata Itu Budu!

Sebuah video memaparkan cara membuat sos yang terkenal di negara England iaitu sos Worcestershire telah tular di laman Twitter

Video berdurasi 7 minit dan 11 saat itu telah dimuat naik akaun Food Insider iaitu sebuah laman media dari Amerika Syarikat yang menceritakan khas mengenai makanan dari serata dunia.

Insider visited Worcestershire, England to see how Worcestershire sauce is made pic.twitter.com/OYrAy7ksgD— Food Insider (@InsiderFood) May 24, 2020

Dalam video tersebut telah dipaparkan sejarah kewujudan sos Worcestershire yang mendapat namanya bersempena dengan lokasi asal kilang sos tersebut yang diperbuat di sebuah bandar di England.

Dikhabarkan sos Worcestershire ini digunakan dengan pelbagai cara iaitu sebagai perapan daging atau ayam, untuk dicicah, dan sebagai bahan untuk minuman beralkohol, Bloody Mary.

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Kelihatan juga dalam video tersebut bahan kandungan utama sos Worcestershire iaitu bawang merah, bawang putih, cuka, dan juga ikan bilis.

Menariknya, susulan daripada tularnya video berkenaan, beberapa netizen daripada Malaysia mula menyuarakan yang sos Worcestershire itu sebenarnya budu je!

Seperti yang umum sudah tahu budu ialah sejenis pekasam yang dibuat menggunakan ikan bilis dan merupakan makanan tradisional yang terkenal di sebelah Pantai Timur Malaysia terutamanya di negeri Kelantan.

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Budu diproses daripada ikan bilis yang diperam sehingga hancur dan boleh dihidangkan begitu sahaja atau dicampurkan dengan bahan makanan lain seperti lada, mempelam, dan air perahan limau nipis.

Berdasarkan tinjauan di laman Twitter, terdapat beberapa netizen yang berseloroh dengan berkata seolah-olah orang British 'mencuri' sos kebanggaan tanah air

Walau bagaimanapun, rata-rata mengakui bahawa resipi budu keluaran asli tetap lagi sedap berbanding yang yang di'ciplak' itu.Antara komen menarik daripada netizen:

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Maid In Singapore Caught On CCTV Dipping Her Employer's Child's Hand Into A Hot Pot

Disclaimer: The story contains disturbing materials. Viewer discretion is advised.

On Tuesday, 21 January, a mother took to Facebook to share how a domestic helmer burned her 16-month-old daughter on purpose

According to the mother's Facebook post, the incident happened on 14 January.The mother, Amy Low Mei Liang, uploaded several photos and a 46-second-long closed-circuit television (CCTV) camera footage from the kitchen in her home at Block 992B Buangkok Link, Singapore.In the CCTV footage, the maid is seen dipping the toddler's left hand into a pot on the stove repeatedly.

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According to the post, the domestic helper hurt the toddler because "her friends taught her to do it so that she could go home"

Low wrote that initially when she questioned the helper, she explained that it was an accident."She was carrying my girl while cooking in the kitchen and that my daughter 'touched' the pot by herself and the maid didn't expect it to happen as it happened too quick. We chose to believe her even when the doctor at accident and emergency (A&E) had some doubts about the cause of the burnt wounds," read Amy's post, which has since gone viral with more than 4,000 comments and 17,000 shares.However, she decided to check the CCTV after feeling that something was amiss."What I saw was horrifying. The maid, she did it on purpose," Low wrote."It was never an accident! She took my daughter's hand and dipped her hand inside a boiling pot. I was shaking throughout and made a police report immediately."Before the police arrived, I questioned the maid why did she do that to my daughter. She said she wants to go home, she said that her friends taught her to do it so that she could go home."

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Two weeks prior to the incident, the helper had been asking to be sent back to Myanmar. She started working for Amy on 7 December 2019

Meanwhile, Low also claimed that the maid alleged that her agent was also involved."She said yes – he said that I could go home if I do this (hurt the toddler)! How horrifying," Amy wrote.According to Low's post, the agent had been threatening and harassing her and he also accused her of being a bad employer – that she abuses the maid hence the maid wants to leave."The agent's behaviour had gone way over the boundaries hence I made another police report, as I was really frightened that the agent would do something to my family."

The 30-year-old Myanmar national has now been arrested

"On 15 January 2020, at about 10.50am, the Police were alerted to a case of voluntarily causing hurt by dangerous means at Blk 992B Buangkok Link. A 30-year-old woman was arrested in relation to the case. Police investigations are ongoing," according to a report in Mothership.

Last year, a domestic helper in Singapore was sentenced to three years in jail after she pleaded guilty to attempting to poison a three-month-old baby by mixing detergent into the infant's milk powder:

                Maid Who Tried To Poison An Infant By Mixing Detergent Into Milk Powder Jailed For 3 Years

She was jealous of another maid and wanted to get her into trouble.

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IGOTW: Daredevil @Kiwikeow Captures Cities Around The World From Dizzying Heights

Photographers are a dedicated lot, to say the least. They spend hours on end perfecting their craft and splurge on expensive cameras and equipment. But when it comes to capturing the perfect shot, some photographers will go to the extreme.

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Thrill-seeking Instagrammer Keow Wee Loong a.k.a @Kiwikeow has taken his photography to new heights, capturing dizzying images of cityscapes from the tops of skyscrapers with views typically reserved for birds

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Wee Loong's adventurous photo escapades include climbing the Marina 101 in Dubai and the Ping An Financial Centre in China, just to name a few. We caught up with the elusive daredevil over the weekend where he revealed to us his preferred camera equipment, being arrested by cops and how he ventured into rooftopping. WARNING: Do NOT read this if you're afraid of heights.

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SAYS: Tell us a bit about yourself, Wee Loong!

Wee Loong: Hello there, my name is Keow Wee Loong and I'm from KL. I currently work as a full-time photographer which means I spend most of my time travelling around the world. I really love my job!

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Image via Keow Wee Loong

How did you start rooftop photography?

I've seen a lot of photos captured from ground level and it's way too common. In order to differentiate myself from other photographers, I explored rooftop photography, fell in love with it and have not stopped ever since.

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Image via Keow Wee Loong

Before venturing into rooftop photography, what were you shooting?

Well, I worked as a photojournalist for quite a while before this. Also, I was the campaign photographer for Datuk Anwar Ibrahim and Dr. Wan Azizah!

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Image via Keow Wee Long

Who or what inspires you?

Honestly, I don't really need anyone to inspire me for the things I love doing. I'm really proactive and will pursue my goals without much hesitation and thought.

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Image via Keow Wee Long

What do you wear when you climb?

It's nothing fancy! I normally wear a pair of sandals, shorts and t-shirt from Uniqlo and a sturdy backpack to carry my camera and equipment. It's very important to travel light, to avoid any restrictions in movement.

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Image via Keow Wee Loong

How do you get access to the buildings you climb? Have you ever been arrested?

Normally, I just climb in through a wall to get into the buildings. Oh yes, I was arrested by the cops for climbing the 33-storey One Sentrum building during the first day of Ramadan and was charged in court!

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Image via Keow Wee Loong

What has been the most difficult building to climb thus far?

Every climb is different. When I climbed the Marina 101 in Dubai, it was during the summer where temperatures run as high as 60 celsius. As for the Shanghai Tower, I took close to 24 hours to reach the peak. It was freezing cold and I only wore a pair of shorts.

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Image via Keow Wee Loong

Do you use a camera or phone to capture your photos? What apps or software do you use for editting?

I only use my trusty Nikon D800 to capture my photos as most of them are printed for commercial use. Photoshop is my go-to for editing purposes.

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Lastly, where do you plan to climb next?

Oh, that's a secret. But you'll find out soon. ;)

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Image via Keow Wee Loong

Wee Loong has over 2k followers on Instagram. He uploads photos throughout the week, with an average of 200 likes per post.

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Last week on IGOTW, we featured @takubeats, a multi-talented DJ from Australia who specialises in street photography:

                IGOTW: Aussie DJ @Takubeats's Unique Way Of Storytelling Through Street Photography

This week on IGOTW, we feature Regan Mathews aka Ta-ku, a Perth-born DJ and photographer who has taken the photograph...

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M'sian YouTuber Hits Back At Netizens For Body Shaming Her 'Flat Chest'

A Malaysian YouTuber was recently ridiculed by netizens, who called her 'flat-chested' on her vacation photos on Instagram

Madeleine Ang, also known to her fans as Okokokmou, is a local YouTuber who has acted in a web series and appeared in many videos online.Since last weekend, Ang has been posting a series of photos of herself at Pulau Redang, Terengganu.In them, she can be seen posing in swimwear with the turquoise sea behind her.However, instead of sharing the joy Ang had with her friends at the picturesque beach, some netizens decided to make an issue out of her figure.

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"Small boobie monster," remarked an Instagram user

"Flat chest?" inquired another person, while another suggested that her chest is like "KLIA".

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"You are flatter than my grandma's flat-bottom pot," wrote one. A netizen even said, "Although it is small, it is okay. I can still have sex with you."

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Ang did not take the insults lying down. She replied to the comments with fire, warning them of the consequences of their words, or taking a similar jab back at them.

In an Instagram Story, Ang said she is unfazed by the derogatory comments and declared that she is proud of her physique

"I have always considered myself having small breasts and known to be the 'airport' girl since I was a child," she wrote in the caption."Not only that, but I am also very short and not particularly good looking, just like an underdeveloped child."

			But truth be told, I am very proud of myself.
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She related that it has always been her dream to be a model who gets to try on many different clothes. Although she does not meet the necessary requirements to become a model, Ang said she likes to put on different styles to express her unique personality."Some styles are well-received, while some people can't stand with them," she shared. "But I am very happy because I get to do what I want to do. I am fulfilling my dreams and I am not hurting anyone in the process."

Ang also took the opportunity to assure her 170,000 followers on Instagram that she is not offended by the negative comments

At the same time, she told women around the world to never be discouraged by the words of naysayers.

			Don't lose your own unique charm simply because you don't conform to other people's aesthetic standards.
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"As long as you are not hurting anyone, you should always be yourself," said the online personality.

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Shortly after posting the Instagram Story, thousands of netizens flooded the comment section of her latest post to thank her for courageous and empowering words

At the time of writing, the post has garnered over 1,280 comments while her usual posts typically gather less than 100 comments."I love your attitude. You have a cheerful outlook. If I see those online haters, I will help you report their comments," wrote a user."Sister, you must keep going! Don't care how others look at you. No man would have dared to say out loud that they have a small penis anyway. You look the best in the way you are," cheered another person."Dear haters, I like Okokokmou. I don't care what you guys think," said a netizen.

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Did you know cyberbullying, which includes body shaming, is a punishable offence?

                Ministry Of Health: You Can Be Fined RM50K Or Jailed For Calling Someone Fat Online

Body shaming is a cyberbullying crime.

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11 Questions You Should Be Asking Before You Decide If Your Child Is Ready For Preschool

Most preschools in Malaysia accept children starting from the age of two to three. But that doesn't mean every child is ready to go once they reach that age.

Kids hit milestones at different ages, and readiness for preschool is no different! As parents, it's important to view your little one as an individual and see where they are developmentally.

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In order to be ready for preschool, your child should be socially, emotionally, and physically ready to be part of a structured program with their peers every day.An important factor that needs special attention is their nutrition. Healthy eating plays a vital role to your child's overall well-being, especially when they're starting school. Complete nutrition helps them achieve optimal mental and physical growth. This is important so your child remains active and participates in class. If you find your child is a picky eater or behind in their growth, introduce PediaSure to fill that gap, catch up on growth, and get ready for school! Get a free sample here :)

Here are some things to consider if you're planning on sending your child to preschool:

8 WEEKS BEFORE THE START OF PRESCHOOL

1. Is your child's growth on track?Find out if your child's growth is on track before preschool begins. Not sure how? Get started with this helpful Growth Wheel-For-Age tracker to see where your child is physically. If you have any concerns, consult your pediatrician or speak to a PediaSure nutritionist at 1800 88 6233.

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2. Are they warmed up to a new routine?Change can be hard for little ones. Get them warmed up by bringing them to the preschool in advance so they can see the other children, the classrooms, and the teachers. Get them used to sleeping on time so waking up in the morning is easier.

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3. Do they have basic personal care skills?Ideally, your child should be potty-trained before joining preschool. Be sure to show them how to properly use a toilet, clean themselves, and wash their hands. Your child should be able to feed and dress themselves too!Like these clever little girls!

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4. Does the preschool know about your child's medical needs, if any?If your child has medical needs or allergies, be sure to inform the school in advance to avoid any confusion and stress for your little one.

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5. Have you labelled everything?To avoid any mix-ups at preschool, label your child's belongings with their name. We also advise adding a tag on their backpacks that include your name, phone number, and home address just in case.

6. Have you explained what's going to happen?Children are naturally inquisitive and your little one likely has a lot of questions about preschool, and perhaps some reservations and fears too. Address their concerns and be supportive to boost their confidence.

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7. Have you chosen your child's outfit?If the preschool doesn't require wearing a uniform, it's advisable to pick out your child's outfit in advance. This will help lessen the stress of getting ready on the morning of the first day. If there is a school uniform, make sure your child is comfortable wearing it. Give lots of compliments and make them feel good about themselves.

8. Is your child sticking to the new routine?Young children thrive on routine. Be sure to keep their bedtime at a set time every evening, and don't let them sweet talk you into extending it! It's important to their health that they sleep early, get a full night's rest, and wake up energised the next morning.

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THE MORNING OF THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL

9. Have you set your alarm to wake up bright and early?Avoid rushing to get ready in the morning. You could forget something important or worse, you could stress out your child :( Be sure you both wake up early after a good night's sleep!Don't be like this little girl...

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10. What's for breakfast?Get in some family bonding time before your child goes to preschool by having breakfast together. Prepare a nutritious meal for them to promote a better immune system and reduce bouts of cold and flu. Make it special for their first day!

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11. Have you packed their lunch?If your child is bringing a packed lunch, be sure to give them nutritious, wholesome food that will sustain their energy throughout the day.Here are some healthy options for your child:For dairy - yoghurt, cheese, milkFor carbs - cereal, bread, pastaFor protein - beans, peanuts, lean meatsFor fibre - bright coloured fruit and vegetables

Answered all the questions? Looks like your little one is ready for preschool!

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Preschool is a big step for small kids! It's up to us parents to make sure our kids are ready.

While there are a number of different things to consider with each unique kid, one thing that remains the same is the fact that every child needs proper nutrition. Of course, it's easier said than done. Especially if you have a picky eater!Watch the video below to find out what challenges your child may face without optimal growth during preschool:

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With PediaSure, you can help your picky eater close nutritional gaps:- Promote catch-up growth by 92% in 8 weeks- Reduce the number of sick days by 64% in 16 weeksGet a free sample from PediaSure to try it yourself!


Health D-G: MCO Might Be Imposed Again Depending On Rakyat's Attitude

Health director-general Dr Noor Hisham just announced that there are 37 new COVID-19 cases today, 13 May

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Within the 37 new cases, 21 of those infected with COVID-19 are foreigners.This brings the number of cases in Malaysia to a total of 6,779 but only 1,387 out of the total are active cases.During the press conference announcing the daily COVID-19 updates, Dr Noor Hisham also said that there are four imported cases reported today.

According to Dr Noor Hisham, there is a possibility that the Movement Control Order will be imposed again if the situation in Malaysia worsen

R0, pronounced 'R naught', is a mathematical term used to gauge how contagious an infectious disease really is. Dr Noor Hisham explained that in essence, the R0 identifies the average number of people who will contract a contagious disease from a single individual with that disease.As of 12 May, the R0 in Malaysia is 0.3. However, he also noted that if Malaysians refuse to abide with safety guidelines and standard operating procedures (SOPs) issued by the government, the situation can worsen."If the R0 goes up to 1.0, it is considered a warning for us to take drastic actions. Whether we will impose the MCO again or not, it depends on the rakyat," he said.

Sebelum PKP dilaksanakan 'R naught' kita adalah 3.55. Ternyata PKP 1,2,3,4 dan PKPB telah dapat menurunkan Ro kpd 0.3 dgn pelbagai tindakan pencegahan & kawalan kesihatan awam. Rakyat Malaysia mesti patut kepada SOP utk kekalkan Ro & kurangkan lagi jangkitan kesCovid19 dlm negara pic.twitter.com/BgGe51seoy— Noor Hisham Abdullah (@DGHisham) May 13, 2020

Within the past 24 hours, 58 patients have fully recovered

A total of 5,281 patients have been discharged from hospitals since the disease was first identified in the country.The Ministry of Health's (MOH) official Twitter account noted that the current recovery rate in Malaysia is 77.90%.

Terkini #covid19malaysia JUMLAH KESELURUHAN KES DISCAJ, 13 MeiSebanyak 58 kes telah pulih dan dibenarkan discaj pada hari ini, menjadikan jumlah keseluruhan yang pulih adalah sebanyak 5,281.Tahniah barisan hadapan KKM!@DGHisham pic.twitter.com/fJYe8LqBSE— KKMPutrajaya (@KKMPutrajaya) May 13, 2020

There were two coronavirus-related deaths reported within the past day. Therefore, Malaysia's COVID-19 death toll is now at 111.

One of the patients, a 30-year-old man, was found dead in Rompin, Pahang. According to MOH, the case is still being investigated by the police.Meanwhile, the second patient, a 90-year-old man, had a history of high blood pressure and chronic breathing problems. He was pronounced dead at Enche' Besar Hajjah Khalsom Hospital in Johor.There are currently 16 patients receiving treatment in Intensive Care Units, with 4 of them requiring breathing assistance.

Terkini #covid19malaysia, 13 MeiDukacita dimaklumkan terdapat pertambahan dua kes kematian pada hari ini, menjadikan kes keseluruhan kematian menjadi 111 (bersamaan 1.64%)KKM mengucapkan takziah kepada ahli keluarga mereka.@DGHisham pic.twitter.com/10KLQt295u— KKMPutrajaya (@KKMPutrajaya) May 13, 2020

Remember to #JustStayAtHome. Watch the latest update on the COVID-19 situation:


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Umum mengetahui, sekarang ini negara sedang berada di fasa pengagihan vaksin kepada semua oleh kerana peningkatan kes positif Covid-19 yang semakin merisaukan

Program vaksinasi ini dilihat mendapat sambutan menggalakkan daripada pelbagai jenis lapisan masyarakat. Malah, kerajaan juga turut memberikan vaksin tersebut kepada warga asing demi memutuskan rantaian wabak berbahaya ini.Namun, lain pula dengan video yang tular di TikTok ini apabila gelagat seorang kanak-kanak berlakon mengambil vaksin telah mencuri tumpuan ramai.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @4deem_ Paling VIP vaccine kat rumah  original sound  - deem

Nak merasa ambil vaksin, siap berlakon suruh cucukkan

Menerusi video tersebut, kelihatan seorang kanak-kanak perempuan bersama seorang wanita sedang duduk konon-konon mahu divaksin.Kanak-kanak perempuan itu dilihat sudah menarik baju dibahagian tanggannya dan bersedia untuk divaksinkan oleh wanita berkenaan.Apa yang lebih menarik perhatian adalah reaksi muka kanak-kanak tersebut seolah-olah tidak takut dan peralatan yang digunakan untuk divaksinasi. Pada akhir video, kelihatan mereka semua tergelak melihat gelagat masing-masing.

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"Jangan kacau dia ikut arahan tu, hahaha" - Netizen

Sementara itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen turut terhibur melihat gelagat mereka berdua. Malah, ramai yang geram melihat kecomelan kanak-kanak tersebut.Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video berkenaan telah meraih 227.9K views, 13.9K likes dan 270 comments di TikTok.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Geram je tengok perangai dia. Comel betul! :D

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[VIDEO] Penuh Tawa & Emosi, Iklan Raya PETRONAS Kali Ini Angkat Irama Tradisional

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Setiap tahun, pelbagai syarikat korporat dan usahawan tempatan di Malaysia akan berlumba-lumba menghasilkan iklan raya mereka

Kebiasaannya, iklan raya mengandungi mesej tersendiri yang sarat dengan nilai-nilai murni yang cukup sinonim dengan budaya Malaysia.Antara paling ditunggu saban tahun pastilah iklan raya daripada syarikat PETRONAS yang kreatif, menghiburkan serta penuh dengan mesej tersendiri.Jika tahun lalu, PETRONAS memperkenalkan drama bersiri sepanjang tahun menggabungkan kesemua perayaan, kali ini PETRONAS menghidangkan kisah penuh suka-duka, penuh tawa dan emosi dengan keindahan budaya dan warisan Malaysia menerusi ‘Dilema Irama’.

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Karya kreatif PETRONAS kali ini turut mengetengahkan intipati Aidilfitri melalui jalan ceritanya yang penuh dengan emosi serta gubahan lagu-lagu asli yang membawa penonton mengembara ke dalam perjalanan penemuan diri dan hubungan kekeluargaan.Diarahkan oleh pengarah filem tempatan terkemuka Hyrul Anuar, ‘Dilema Irama’ mengisahkan tentang seorang ayah dan anak lelakinya yang berkongsi minat dalam bidang muzik walaupun berbeza pandangan dan genre.Nadim, seorang komposer muzik kontemporari, dengan berat hati bersetuju untuk bermain gambus untuk kumpulan muzik tradisional bapanya di sebuah majlis berbuka puasa.Namun, persembahan itu berakhir dengan tercetusnya konflik antara mereka berdua sehingga mengguris perasaan.Menelusuri kisah tersebut, penonton bakal menyaksikan bagaimana hubungan anak-beranak ini terjalin lebih utuh melalui muzik.

Pengurus Besar Kanan Komunikasi Strategik Kumpulan PETRONAS, Datin Anita Azrina Abdul Aziz
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Pengurus Besar Kanan Komunikasi Strategik Kumpulan PETRONAS, Datin Anita Azrina Abdul Aziz berkata "Irama tradisional merupakan warisan kita yang indah."“Ia menggambarkan budaya masyarakat turun-temurun yang kaya dengan seni dan adab yang tinggi.“Alunan lagu raya inilah yang menjadi inspirasi PETRONAS dalam menerbitkan ‘Dilema Irama’, yang turut menampilkan tiga buah lagu gubahan asli.“Seiring dengan tema perayaan kami pada tahun ini iaitu ‘Akar untuk Masa Depan’, kami berharap kisah ini berupaya untuk menanam semula rasa bangga dan penghargaan terhadap kepelbagaian budaya dan adat resam di Malaysia,” katanya.Ketahui kesudahan kisah dua beranak ini menerusi filem penuh irama dan emosi ini di saluran media Youtube dan Facebook rasmi PETRONAS.

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[FACT OR FAKE #101] Juice Contains Maximum Vitamins And Is Healthier Than Whole Fruits

Picture this: you're at the mamak and you order fresh orange juice, kosong. That's gotta be the healthiest thirst quencher to order, right?

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The juice industry has long enjoyed a healthy image. Advocates of juicing claims it's a great way to add more vitamins into our diet.

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According to a new study published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, orange juice does make certain nutrients more accessible to our body, but not enough to recommend juice over whole fruit.So is orange juice healthy?Well, that depends on whether it helps you meet your goals. According to Lifehacker, if you're trying to reduce the sugar in your diet (as many of us should), the sugar concerns may outweigh the benefits you get from the extra micronutrients.

Malaysians are turning to juices for their rounds of detox in their daily diets. After coffee, cold-pressed juices are the 'in' thing now.

                Why Cold-Pressed Juices Are 'In' And Where To Find Them In KL

Raw and organic, this new trend in fruit and vegetable juices is fast becoming a game-changer among health-conscious ...

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But is fruit juice really the healthier option than whole fruits?

According to claims made by American obesity expert Robert Lustig, Sugar in fruit juice is a 'poison' and worse for you than fizzy drinks. The biggest problem with juice is the lack of fibre.

Robert Lustig, the author of Fat Chance: The Bitter Truth about Sugar, says when you eat a whole apple, the sugar is 'nicely balanced' by the fibre, giving 'the liver a chance to fully metabolise what's coming in'.However, when you down half a pint of apple juice it 'brings a huge dose of energy straight to the liver'. Smoothies are not much better, no matter how pretty the packaging, because when fruit is blended the insoluble fibre is 'torn to smithereens'.

In fact there's not much difference between fruit juice and soda. According to NPR, both beverages pack a large quantity of sugar and pose significant health risks.
Fruit juice has a fructose concentration of about 45.5 grams per liter, only a bit less than the average of 50 grams per liter for sodas.

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In comparison, fruit contains fiber, vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals that, together, have the power to lower blood pressure and cholesterol, as well as help protect the body against cancer, cardiovascular disease, and inflammation. And many of those benefits start to shrink or disappear when fruit gets squeezed. Therefore, whole fruits are a healthier option than fruit juice.

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Harvard researchers have found that people who ate at least two servings each week of certain whole fruits — particularly blueberries, grapes, and apples — reduced their risk for type 2 diabetes by as much as 23 percent in comparison to those who ate less than one serving per month.Greater consumption of fruit juices was associated with a higher risk of type 2 diabetes. The study is the first to look at the effects of individual fruits on diabetes risk.

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So what's a juice lover to do?

Now, for some of us, those of us who love to have juice with breakfast, this can be a pretty dogged blow. Who wants to give up juice? After all this time of it being on the good list, it seems horrible to toss it aside like a dirty old banana peel or watermelon rind. So, is there anyway to keep juice on the menu?Well, there are certainly better ways of doing it than buying it by the carton or box, and as is usually, this involves making freshly squeezed juice yourself. What’s more, it involves using the whole fruit as opposed to squeezing it, which creates a much thicker drink, something more like a smoothie than outright juice, but it’ll mean that all those things, the good stuff, are in there. And, somewhere along the line, that was the point.

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"I Shower In Cold Water Every Day" — Malaysians Share Easy Energy-Saving Hacks At Home

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When it comes to saving energy, it's important for us to start from the comfort of our home

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It's easy for us to forget how wasteful actions such as leaving lights switched on in rooms that are not in use, or running large appliances that use up plenty of energy multiple times are capable of affecting the environment. While utility companies such as Tenaga Nasional (TNB) are making efforts to switch to renewable energy, everyone has a part to play in order to conserve energy on a daily basis.

To help you get started on saving energy around the house, we asked Malaysians about their easiest hacks to conserve energy at home.
Here's what they said:

1. "As tempting as it may be to shove leftovers in the refrigerator, you gotta declutter your fridge from time to time"

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"Having too much clutter in the fridge can cause it to overwork and have a higher power consumption. What I like to do is arrange my fridge with containers, each containing fruits, vegetables, and other perishables, so there's better air circulation in the fridge. I never leave leftovers in the fridge for longer than three days."This system I have in place makes it so much easier to take what I need from the fridge. I don't waste energy by leaving the door open for a long time, letting the cold air escape." - Shajida, 32

2. "Forget about the water heater, showering in cold water is the best way, especially on hot days"

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"Since I was a kid, I've always bathed in cold water. So, I never saw a need to use the water heater when taking a shower. I feel absolutely refreshed after a cold shower."I'm still in the midst of convincing my husband that showering in cold water is much better, hahaha. It's a great way to cool off from the Malaysian weather. Plus, not only is it good when washing hair, it's also an added bonus that you're conserving energy in the process."- Dania, 33

3. "I get the kids and hubby to kumpul all their clothes needed for the week, and I iron them all in one go"

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"Everyone in my family has their own set of chores, and I only trust myself to do the ironing. I actually learned to iron all the clothes sekali gus from my mother, and realised that this practice is quite energy-saving, 'cause I'm not reheating the iron multiple times! "Another tip I learned from her is to switch off the iron when you're left with just two to three baju. This is because the iron would still be hot and will take a while to cool down completely, so you can iron the last few baju without wasting energy."- Madihah, 29

4. "Every night, I always keep the air cond temperature set to 24° Celsius for three hours"

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"There have been countless times when I switched on the air cond and left it running the whole time I was asleep. One time, I accidentally left it running an entire day while I was away from home, which caused the air cond compressor to rosak."Since then, I always set my air cond temperature to 24° Celsius, put a timer for three hours before going to sleep, and also included a timer for my fan to start running after the air cond is switched off, to circulate the cool air during the night." - Ken, 32

5. "Never wash your dirty clothes bit by bit, always wash your laundry in a full load to reduce the frequency of using electricity and water"

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"It doesn't make sense to me that people will wash only a few clothing items at a time, as this not only wastes energy but wastes water too. "I'd recommend washing clothes at the end of the week, as our basket is filled to the brim with clothes by then. Oh yeah, and leave your clothes to air dry instead of using a clothes dryer. Easy-peasy."- Dzul, 29

6. "Always opt for LED lighting, it's more energy efficient!"

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"LED light bulbs have better light quality and last longer. They're also pretty eco-friendly, as they are much more energy efficient than traditional lights. I like to think that I'm helping the environment in this small way by opting for LED lights."- Tabby, 26

In a nutshell, it's good practice to be more efficient with our energy usage.
When we adopt an energy-saving lifestyle, it will make a big difference in caring for the environment as we reduce electricity usage whenever we can.

For more easy-to-follow tips and tricks to take note of when conserving energy at home, you can have a look at TNB's tips on energy efficiency here. From checking the energy efficiency label on appliances to cleaning your air conditioner filter, you'll be able to apply these tips along with the hacks shared by our fellow Malaysians above!

What's also great is you can download the myTNB app to keep track of your daily energy consumption!

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That's right, aside from organising and paying your TNB bills through the app, you're also able to find out how much electricity you have used and monitor your electricity consumption monthly! This is possible as the myTNB app receives information from the Smart Meter, ensuring that you get to enjoy the energy consumption tracking feature in the app so you can manage your daily energy usage.

Taking the first step to monitor your electricity usage starts by being aware of how much energy you consume. Download the myTNB app via Google Play, the App Store, or HUAWEI AppGallery to get started!


Court Of Appeal Unanimously Upholds High Court's Guilty Verdict Against Najib

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The Court of Appeal has unanimously upheld the Kuala Lumpur High Court's verdict against former premier Najib Razak that he is guilty of all charges in the RM42 million SRC International case

Chaired by Court of Appeal judge Abdul Karim Abdul Jalil, the three-panel court today, 8 December, unanimously ruled that the former premier is guilty of seven charges involving abuse of power, criminal breach of trust (CBT), and money laundering.Has Zanah Mehat and Vazeer Alam Mydin Meera joined Abdul Karim on the bench in today's proceeding.The Vibes reported that the conviction ruled by the Kuala Lumpur High Court on 28 July last year will be upheld, asserting that Najib was the shadow director of SRC International.The appellate court reportedly agreed with the High Court's findings that the prosecution had proven beyond a reasonable doubt that Najib was involved in corruption.Abdul Karim said there is no is reason to contradict High Court Judge Mohd Nazlan Mohd Ghazali's verdict, reported Free Malaysia Today. He said the claim that the money was an Arab donation is untenable.

The court referred to letters supporting arguments that monies received were actually donations by the Saudi Royal Family.However, the court found them unauthenticated and merely hearsay. Evidence showed the funds came from SRC and ended up in @NajibRazak's personal account.— TheVibes.com (@thevibesnews) December 8, 2021

Earlier, in another unanimous ruling, Abdul Karim said that trial judge did not commit misdirection when Najib was ordered to enter defence for all seven charges in the SRC International corruption trial

Malaysiakini reported the judge as saying that the trial judge found Najib — as then prime minister — had a personal interest when the Cabinet approved a government guarantee for RM4 billion from Kumpulan Wang Persaraan (Diperbadankan) (KWAP) to SRC International.Abdul Karim said Najib's involvement in the investment company was not of national interest but for personal benefit.Instead of helping the nation, he said the result that the investment company produced was a national embarrassment.

Palace of Justice in Putrajaya.
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Najib's verdict proceeding was conducted in a hybrid fashion today, with the prosecution team, led by ad hoc prosecutor V Sithambaram, appearing before the bench to hear the verdict

Free Malaysia Today reported that Najib and his legal team, led by Tan Sri Muhammad Shafee Abdullah, would be at their respective homes or offices because one of the lawyers tested positive for COVID-19 on Monday, 6 December.Hence, other lawyers were reported as close contact with the infected person in their MySejahtera app. Defendant Najib is also under self-quarantine because of it.

In July last year, High Court Judge Mohd Nazlan Mohd Ghazali ruled that Najib is guilty of all seven corruption charges and he was sentenced to 12 years' jail:

                Najib Has Been Sentenced To 12 Years' Jail And Fined RM210 Million For Corruption

Datuk Seri Najib Razak has become the country's first former prime minister to be sentenced to jail.

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                Najib Becomes The 1st Former Prime Minister Found Guilty Of Corruption

Today, 28 July, the Kuala Lumpur High Court delivered the verdict on Datuk Seri Najib Razak's corruption charges invo...

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Gembira Sampai Menangis, Pembantu Rumah Tak Sangka Majikan Surprise Tiket Konsert BTS Suga

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Bagi peminat kumpulan Korea Selatan terkenal iaitu BTS, anda pasti tahu setiap ahli mereka betul tak?

Walaupun mereka kini memperlahankan karier kumpulan mereka atas sebab tertentu, namun ahli kumpulan tersebut masih aktif dan ada yang mengeluarkan lagu solo mereka masing-masing.Malah, ada juga yang turut membuat jelajah konsert sulung iaitu Suga. Sudah tentu, ramai peminat yang menanti-nantikan saat ini untuk bertemunya. Sehingga ada yang sanggup tunggu lama untuk mendapatkan tiket online itu, ada juga yang meluahkan rasa sedih kerana tidak dapat.Sama seperti video di TikTok ini apabila seorang pembantu rumah terkejut apabila majikannya menghadiahkan tiket konsert Suga BTS telah mencuri tumpuan ramai.Lihat video itu di bawah:

  @kimberlee.ang This must be the most intense ticket purchasing for me. I dunno how quick #army can be! @pjm  Nur, hope you like your gift from us. Thank you for being with us for 7 years. Party hard on 18th June 2023 at the #sugaconcert #sugaconcerttourasia2023 #sugaagustdtour #armybts  original sound  - Kimberlee

Nak beli mahal sangat, tak sangka dapat surprise daripada majikan

Menerusi video tersebut, kelihatan wanita itu pada awalnya berkongsi screenshot perbualan WhatsApp di antara dia dan pembantu rumahnya. Dapat dilihat pembantu rumahnya memberitahu hasratnya mahu pergi ke konsert berkenaan.Namun, dia tidak tahu cara membelinya dan meminta bantuan untuk majikannya membelikan tiket tersebut pada prajualan keahlian ARMY.Bagaimanapun, pembantu rumah itu bertukar fikiran sebaik saja mengetahui harga tiket tersebut. Menurutnya, harga tiket itu terlalu mahal buatnya.Hal itu membuatkan majikannya terus membelikan tiket tersebut tanpa pengetahuan pembantu rumahnya itu.Dapat dilihat, majikannya itu kemudian membuat kejutan dengan memberi tiket berkenaan sehingga pembantu rumah itu gembira menangis.

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"Thank you for being so kind and giving her a ticket" - Warganet

Dalam pada itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen turut memuji tindakan majikan berkenaan dan memberikan kata-kata positif buatnya.Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video tersebut telah meraih 86.9K views, 8,843 likes dan 582 comments di TikTok.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Baiknya majikan dia, seronok tengok dia dapat tiket tu ya :D

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[VIDEO] Man Impersonates City Council Staff To Fool Local Residents & Collect Ang Pows

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A man disguised himself as a Penang Island City Council (MBPP) staff to ask for ang pows from unsuspecting homeowners in Penang yesterday, 25 January

According to the New Straits Times, the incident took place at Batu Lanchang, where a man was seen in the city council uniform going door to door asking for Chinese New Year ang pows from the neighbours.

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The incident was also reported by the public to MBPP, who immediately sent officers to investigate the matter

In a statement on Wednesday, MBPP reconfirmed that the man was not a recognised employee but instead had the malicious intent of disguising himself with the hope of receiving cash from the local residents."A police report has been made regarding this matter and MBPP is serious and uncompromising towards any individual who impersonates a cleaning staff, no matter the situation," they said.The statement went on to urge the public to not give the cleaners ang pows even if they were to ask."All MBPP cleaners have been held accountable to carry out these duties efficiently and reliably. Therefore, the giving of ang pow is not allowed."

According to MBPP, the police took action against the individual on the same day

At the time of the arrest, the man was seen collecting a red packet from a resident through their house gate. When questioned by the officers in charge, it was reported that the man apologised and admitted that he was not a staff member. MBPP has also advised the public to report any similar incidents by contacting the local council's 24-hour hotline at +604-2637637 or WhatsApp at +6016-2004082.

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[VIDEO] A Quarantined Man Argued With Frontliners And Tried To Escape From His Hotel Room

A video involving a quarantined man and frontliners at a hotel in Sarawak is going viral after he was caught escaping his room

The man, who is believed to have returned to Sarawak and forced to undergo a mandatory quarantine at a hotel in Kuching, livestreamed his encounter with healthcare and police officers on his Instagram account.In the livestream, he admitted that he came out of his room and was reprimanded by the police on duty.When the authorities asked where he was going, he said he "wants to go and take a swim".The man then murmured to himself in Mandarin, saying that the authorities are "evil" and that he should call his friend - named Oscar - to beat them up.Recordings of his livestream are going viral on Facebook, attaining over 5,000 shares at the time of writing.

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When a health official urged the man to return to the room, he was seemingly shocked to learn that his stay was paid by the government

"You are now in quarantine. The government is paying for your hotel fee and your meals. What else is the problem here?" said the health officer in blue uniform.The man was surprised to learn that the government is subsiding his 14-day mandatory quarantine in a hotel, saying that he thought his friend Oscar was paying. "Go back to your room now. We work here to take care of you. (And yet,) you are not following our orders. What is lacking from our part?" said the visibly wearied officer.Despite the officer's soft-spoken plea, the man still cracked a joke, saying that he lacked a swim in the pool.

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In another recording of a separate livestream, he was heard arguing with police officers, touching on sensitive subjects such as religious practices. He claimed that he was also fasting during Ramadan and asked if the officers fasted as well.

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At the same time, viral photos of a thrashed hotel room are being linked to the same guy

However, SAYS could not verify the link.

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After the videos and photos went viral, many netizens flooded the comment section to criticise the man's act

"I hope to read the next episode tomorrow, how and what the punishments (are) for these acts. No respect even the national security laws," said a Facebook user.

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"Sue him for obstruction and property damage," added a netizen.

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"I heard he was mentioning someone's name. Maybe he thought they are above the laws. They should be punished heavily," commented another person.

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Probe Launched After Video Shows Over 200 People Praying Outside A Mosque In Juru

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Earlier this morning, 20 July, more than 200 Muslims gathered outside Surau Taman Pelangi in Juru, Penang for the Aidiladha prayer.
They observed physical distancing and left after praying at about 9am.

New Straits Times reported that the surau is one of the many in Penang that has been granted permission to hold Friday prayers as well as Aidiladha prayer with the capacity of 100 people.While Penang has entered into Phase 2 of the National Recovery Plan (NRP), the Penang Islamic Religious Council (MAINPP) still maintains certain restrictions on gatherings at places of worship.The congregation, believed to be mainly foreigners, gathered today exceeded the capacity.According to Penang police chief Datuk Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zain, a preliminary investigation has revealed that the surau was already swarmed with hundreds even before the prayer started at 8.30am.He said that while the surau management ordered them to leave in order to meet its capacity, the management did not disperse the crowd that had gathered outside its gate for the Aidiladha prayer."They also did not alert the police to the matter. This resulted in more than 200 people, mainly foreigners, gathering spontaneously outside the surau for the Aidiladha prayer, whilst observing physical distancing. They left after prayers about 9am," New Straits Times quoted Mohd Shuhaily as saying.A video of the gathering recorded by a member of the public has since gone viral.

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Mohd Shuhaily said that while the incident happened spontaneously, this did not mean that the authorities will not investigate the matter

"Police will still investigate if the gathering outside the surau was pre-planned," he added.The case is being probed under Section 269 and 270 of the Penal Code.According to him, police will be identifying those featured in the video before taking any action.Mohd Shuhaily specified that their priority was to look for those who flouted the SOPs."We are fighting the COVID-19 pandemic now and we hope everyone will abide by the standard operating procedures SOPs) set. Rest assured, we will find those who were shown on the video footage," he said.He also apologised for failing to prevent the gathering."On behalf of the police, I want to sincerely apologise to the people of Penang for having failed to detect this morning's incident earlier. I have also issued a reminder to all management of mosques and suraus statewide to alert the police of such incidents in future. They can call us at 04-2221722."

Remember to limit your movement and keep practising physical distancing. Watch the latest update on the COVID-19 situation:

Over the weekend, Kuala Lumpur Criminal Investigations Department raided the 36th floor of a luxury residence in Jalan Pudu to cut short a birthday party that was organised by a man for his wife:

                Man Organises Wife's Birthday Party With Over 2 Dozen Guests At A Luxury Residence In KL

Kuala Lumpur is still under Phase 1 of the National Recovery Plan (NRP).

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Padang Serai Election Dates Moved To December Due To Sudden Passing Of PH Candidate

Padang Serai, Kedah will be following a new electoral schedule and will not be joining the rest of Malaysia in the 15th General Election (GE15)

According to a report from The Vibes, nomination day for the Kedah town will be held on 24 November, early voting will be conducted on 3 December, and polling day has been scheduled to 7 December.Election Commission (EC) website, MySPR Semak, has reportedly removed the link for seat P.017 Padang Serai from its website.The rest of Malaysia will be following the usual electoral schedule, with polling day happening tomorrow, 19 November.

Screenshot of Kedah's updated parliament list on MySPR Semak website.
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The need to shift electoral dates for Padang Serai arose due to the sudden passing of Pakatan Harapan (PH) candidate M Karupaiya

The Padang Serai incumbent passed away from a heart attack, at 2.27pm, on 16 November, just three days before the polling date. His passing was confirmed by Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) information chief Fahmi Fadzil. According to Malay Mail, incumbent member of parliament (MP) for Kangar, Noor Amin, claimed that Karupaiya's family informed the party of his condition when the late Padang Serai candidate suffered a fall and had to be hospitalised at the Kulim General Hospital. He was later announced dead after spending two days in the hospital."Karu was present during Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's visit to Kulim and Padang Serai on November 14. He then fell down after the event and was taken to the hospital," Noor Amin said in a statement.

The late Pakatan Harapan candidate, M Karupaiya.
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The late Karupaiya was facing a six-cornered fight for the Padang Serai seat in GE15

The PH candidate would have been taking on C Sivarraajh from Barisan Nasional (BN), Azman Nasrudin from Perikatan Nasional (PN), Hamzah Abdul Rahman from PEJUANG, Bakri Hashim from Parti Warisan, and independent candidate Sreanandha Rao.

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                #GE15: PH Candidate For Padang Serai Passes Away 3 Days Ahead Of Polling Day

Karupaiya breathed his last at 2.27pm today, 16 November, at the Kulim General Hospital.

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PN Promises A Day Off If It Wins #GE15

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Perikatan Nasional (PN) will offer a public holiday if the coalition wins the 15th General Election (GE15), its chairman Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin said yesterday, 6 November

According to The Malaysian Insight, Muhyiddin  said Kedah, Kelantan, Terengganu, and Johor would get a day off on the next day after the election, 20 November, while the remaining states would get a day off on the coming Monday, 21 November.He stated that the public holiday was proposed to make it easier for out-of-town voters to fulfill their civic duty on 19 November without having to take leave on Sunday or Monday."If PN wins the general election on 19 November, we will declare a public holiday on Sunday for the states of Kedah, Kelantan, Terengganu, and Johor, and Monday for the remaining states," said the former prime minister last night at a ceremony in Shah Alam."This would allow outside people to vote without having to take a holiday on Sunday or Monday."

PN chairman Muhyiddin Yaasin giving a speech at a ceremony in Shah Alam.
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Muhyiddin made the promise while he was delivering the coalition's manifesto titled "Tawaran PN Best"

There are 12 main pillars, 30 approaches, and 234 offerings in the manifesto.The 14th General Election (GE14) fell on a Wednesday, 9 May 2018.After Pakatan Harapan (PH) won the election, its then chairman Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad declared a public holiday on 10 and 11 May, and 13 May for states that make Friday and Saturday weekly holidays.

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