A Sun Bear In Kuching Has Allegedly Been Caged Up For Over 7 Years

A caged sun bear in the porch of a terrace house in Demak Laut, Kuching has been spotted by a member of the public

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Malaysian Nature Society (MNS) national council member Musa Musbah received information that the bear had been locked up like that for seven years, The Star reported.Musa, who is also MNS Miri chairman, said the owner of the sun bear has a license issued by the Forest Department Sarawak (FDS) to keep it."How can this be? At the national and state levels, sun bears are totally protected and cannot be captured," Musa said."The sun bear in this case is clearly in distress. I have ground contacts who went to the scene and saw the sun bear in great distress," he added.

Musa described the cage as a "tiny hell" where the bear kept biting the steel bars in attempts to free itself

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The cage is placed outside the house which is visible to passers-by, based on a viral post shared by Facebook user Sandra Wong Jye Wen."The bear was just pacing around in the cage that is clearly not big enough for it. With no enrichments of any sort, surrounded only by steel bars," Wong wrote in the post. "The bear stood up and looked at me for awhile, putting his nose through the bars, and then sat down looking at his own paws. I was so heartbroken," she added.

Wong said a friend of hers had lodged a report to the Sarawak Forestry Corporation (SFC) a week earlier, but was told that the owner has a permit to keep the sun bear

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She said FDS will be running a check on the cage again and if it complies with the standards, no action will be taken."I mean they have been checking for the past seven years I believe," Wong continued. "So if they really comply with the standards. They'll just continue to let them keep the bear like that? "How was the permit even issued in the first place for a private individual to keep? This is not acceptable in any way," she lamented.

Sun bears are the smallest bears in the world and are classified 'vulnerable' in the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List

Image via Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre (BSBCC)

The Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre (BSBCC) explained on its website that sun bears have a life expectancy of 30 years with the fertility rate of one offspring on average.It is the only species of bear that can be found in Southeast Asia.The reason that led to its vulnerable status is due to the loss of habitat, a direct result of plantation development, unsustainable or illegal logging, and human-caused fires.

You can read Wong's full post below:

Earlier in June, a sun bear was found in an apartment in Kuala Lumpur:

                Singer Who Kept Endangered Sun Bear In Her Condo Said She Initially "Thought It Was A Dog"

She found the animal in a weak state by the roadside in Bukit Ampang two weeks ago.

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Guru Palestin Ini Telah Dinobat Guru Terbaik Dunia 2016 Walaupun Hidup Derita Sejak Kecil

"Kita, guru boleh mengubah dunia."

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Begitulah kata-kata yang diucapkan Hanan Al Hroub, guru wanita Palestin yang berjaya merangkul Anugerah Guru Global 2016. Anugerah itu dianjurkan oleh Yayasan Varkey dalam satu majlis sempena Forum Pendidikan dan Kemahiran Global 2016 yang berlangsung di Atlantis The Palm, Dubai, UAE.

Hanan yang mengajar di sekolah rendah di Tebing Barat mengalahkan sembilan guru dari negara lain, antaranya dari India, Finland, Amerika Syarikat, United Kingdom, Jepun dan Kenya.

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Hanan dalam ucapannya mengatakan kemenangan beliau adalah 'kemenangan kepada seluruh guru di seluruh dunia dan di Palestin'

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"Percayakan diri sendiri, perbaiki diri, yakinkan diri dan cabar dunia ini," kata Hanan.Hanan menjadi seorang guru selepas anak lelaki dan suaminya ditembak semasa pulang dari sekolah, suatu ketika dahulu."Tiada guru yang membantu kami dari segi emosi. Jadi saya sendiri kena uruskan," jelas Hanan.

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Beliau yang dibesarkan di kem pelarian itu mula menceburi bidang pendidikan selepas melihat sendiri bagaimana anak-anaknya takut ke sekolah kerana pergolakan yang melanda negara Palestin

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Menurutnya, dia berimpian  untuk mendidik warga Palestin untuk terus cemerlang dalam hidup dan tidak mahu ketakutan menjadi penghalang untuk anak-anak Palestin mendapat pendidikan demi masa depan mereka.

Hanan mula mengajar secara 'kecil-kecilan' dengan membuat permainan dan menghiburkan kanak-kanak Palestin dan mengajar mereka supaya menjauhi kekerasan.

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Kemenangan itu membolehkan Hanan membawa pulang hadiah wang AS$1 juta (RM 4.1 juta) dan sebuah trofi kemenangan

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Trofi kemenangan disampaikan Perdana Menteri dan Timbalan Presiden Emiriah Arab Bersatu, UAE, Sheikh Mohammed Rashid al-Maktoum.

The Guardian melaporkan Hanan bercadang menggunakan wang itu untuk menambah baik sistem pengajaran dan pembelajaran di sekolah, sekali gus membantu menaik taraf sistem pendidikan.

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"Saya juga memberitahu guru lain, iaitu kerja kami bersifat perikemanusiaan. Tidak kisah di Palestin atau tempat lain di seluruh dunia, guru harus ajar bahawa ilmu adalah sebenar-benar senjata," akhiri Hanan.

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[VIDEO] "Dugaan Berat" - Gelagat Budak Kacau Ayah Semasa Solat Ini Buat Ramai Terhibur

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Memiliki anak-anak kecil membuatkan suasana di rumah lebih ceria dan meriah

Ibu bapa juga perlu melayani kerenah mereka yang pelbagai ragam. Kadangkala mereka ini comel dan mencuit hati ibu bapa. Namun kadangkala mereka ini juga nakal dan menunjukkan macam-macam gelagat yang menggeramkan. Sama seperti video yang tular baru-baru ini di TikTok apabila seorang kanak-kanak bertindak untuk mengacau ayahnya yang sedang solat telah mencuri tumpuan. Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

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Selamba gelak sakan sambil masuk kain pelikat ayah semasa solat jemaah

Menerusi video berkenaan, kelihatan sebuah keluarga sedang menunaikan solat secara berjemaah di bilik mereka. Apa yang menghiburkan adalah apabila seorang kanak-kanak dilihat bermain-main dengan ayahnya yang sedang khusyuk solat mengimamkan ibu anak kecil itu. Lebih melucukan lagi, kanak-kanak itu dilihat masuk ke dalam kain pelikat ayahnya kemudian gelak sakan di depan ayahnya. Perkara itu membuatkan mereka sekeluarga tidak fokus solat lantas turut gelak sekali dengan anak mereka.

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Dengan Hanya RM1.8k Seorang, Lihat Bagaimana 6 Sekawan Ini ‘Explore’ Kashmir Selama 7 Hari

Percutian paling menyeronokkan adalah percutian bersama rakan-rakan. Paling best dengan kawan sehidup semati. Memang masuk kepala habis!

Namun, kini kebanyakannya masing-masing sudah mula sibuk. Untuk mendapatkan cuti bersama memang sangat susah. Kalau dapat cuti, bolehlah pergi holiday bersama!

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Barulah dapat relaks daripada kerja dan segala masalah.

Anda pernah jejak kaki di Kashmir, India?
Jika belum, boleh lihat itinerari dan kos lelaki ini ketika dia bersama lima rakan lain explore Kashmir bersama. Seronok sangat!
Baca perkongsian penuh di bawah:

Flight Airasia KL - Delhi - KL : RM576.84Flight AirIndia Delhi - Srinagar -Delhi : RM332.95Untuk duit rupee (Rs), aku dah convert siap-siap ke RM dengan tukar Rs100 = RM5.80.

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Hari pertama:

1st Day (17/09/2018) - Local Sight-Seeing di New Delhi1. Hotel Bloomrooms Delhi : RM174 (2 malam) *so far hotel ni paling terbaik antara hotel yg pernah aku stay kat Delhi2. Airport Express To ND Railway Station : RM3.503. Metro Qutb Minar : RM3.204. Auto Rickshaw : RM1.20 (2 way - Better amik uber sebab tuktuk ni bawak pergi tempat lain dulu walaupun murah)5. Qutub Minar Entrance Fee : RM356. Metro Chandi Chowk utk ke Jamak Masjid: RM2.307. Auto Rickshaw to Karim : RM5.80/auto 8. Lunch : RM18.70 (Order mcm2 pastu share 6 orang)9. Metro Rajiv Chowk utk ke Connaught Place: RM0.6010. Uber Balik Hotel : RM9/carTOTAL: RM253.30

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Hari kedua:

2nd Day (18/09/2018) - Delhi ke Srinagar (Local Sight-seeing di Srinagar)1. Uber ke airport: RM152. Ashia Hotel : RM230.14/5 malam (Hotel ni macam rumah. Kitorang book thru Airbnb)3. Transport Package : RM116.60 (Selama 6 hari di Srinagar termasuk airport pick-up and drop)4. Tips tukang angkat beg kt Srinagar Airport : RM4.505. Lunch di Boulevard Avenue Restaurant: RM146. Pari Mahal Entrance Fee : RM1.407. Mughal Garden 2: RM1.408. Shikara: RM29 (Satu boat boleh naik 3 – 4 orang)9. Groceries utk breakfast dan picnic: RM49/6 (Sorang RM8.20)TOTAL: 400.84

Ini adalah Shikara di Dal Lake. Elakan naik waktu dah senja sebab nyamuk banyak.
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Dal Lake.
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Sonamarg.
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Hari ketiga:

3rd Day (19/09/2018) - 1 day trip to Pahalgam1. Ponny Ride : RM75.40 (Aku sarankan korang naik pony ni di Pahalgam je, tempat lain pilih aktiviti lain)2. Lunch kitorang bawak bekal siap-siap dan picnic kat check point ke-3 atas bukit menghadap view yg superb lawa.3. Dinner at Mugal Restaurant: RM13.004. Groceries : RM47/6 (Sorang RM7.80)TOTAL: RM96.20

Pahalgam: Ketika dalam perjalanan ke CP ke 4. Bekas tapak lokasi pergambaraan Biajrangi Bhaijan. Rumah Munni sudah dirobohkan.
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CP 3 pony ride di Pahalgam.
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Sameer. Ini senarai tempat yang mereka akan singgah masa naik pony. Nego sampai dapat harga Rs1200 - Rs1300. Lagi murah lagi bagus.
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Hari keempat:

4th Day (20/09/2018) - 1 day trip to Sonamarg.Untuk kat Sonamarg ni kitorang xde spend duit langsung sebab kitorang hiking sendiri ke sampai Thajiwas Glacier. Lepas tu kitorang picnic. Lunch kitorang dah bawak bekal siap-siap dan makan tepi sungai glacier.Dinner di Boulevard Avenue Restaurant: RM18.90TOTAL: RM18.90

Sungai di Sonamarg sebelum sampai di Thajiwas Glacier.
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View hiking atau pony ride di Sonamarg. Kalau naik jeep akan lalu laluan yang berbeza.
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Thajiwas Glacier. Kalau nak hiking, make sure sampai sini. Kalau naik pony memang mereka akan bawa sampai sini.
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Hari kelima:

5th Day (21/09/2018) - Local Sight-seeing sebab hari ni banyak tempat tutup disebabkan Geng Syiah ade sambut perayaan.1. Badamvaer : RM1.202. Nishaal Mughal Garden : RM1.403. Hazrat Bal Darga : Masuk FREE4. Shopping Time – Yg ni sendiri-sendiri la. [TAK TERMASUK DALAM KOS]5. Lunch Boulevard Avenue Restaurant: RM13.50TOTAL: RM16.10

Badamvaer. Taman bunga paling besar di Srinagar.
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Hazrat Bal Darga.
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Hari keenam:

6th Day (22/09/2018) - Gulmarg + Local Sight-Seeing.1. Gondola ke Phase 2: RM98 (Kalau nak ke Phase 1 je Cuma RM43)2. Lunch kat puncak Gulmarg dengan bekal yg dah kitorang bawak siap-siap.3. Jamia Masjid : Masuk FREE4. Lal Chowck – Tempat shopping. Kalau nak shopping, tunggu sampai guide bawak dtg sini. Paling murah.5. Dinner di Tibetan Restaurant: RM12TOTAL: RM110

Gondola ke Phase 2, Gulmarg.
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Puncak Gulmarg.
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Picnic di Puncak Gulmarg.
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Hari ketujuh:

Last day (23/09/2018)1. Tips Sameer : RM30 (Sorang RM5 sorry duit dah habis. Hahaa…)2. Lunch dalam flight sebab Air India ada bagi makanan.3. Uber Red Fort : RM7.504. Dinner di Jawahar Restaurant: RM8.205. Metro Airport Express to Airport : RM3.50TOTAL: RM24.20Jumlah keseluruhan untuk trip ini adalah RM1,829.33 *TIDAK TERMASUK SHOPPING*

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House boat di Dal Lake.
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Jom explore Kashmir? ;)

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Pernah pergi Maldives? Kalau belum, boleh tengok itinerari travel solo ini:

                Lelaki Ini 'Solo Travel' Ke Maldives Dengan Hanya RM1,700 Selama 5 Hari 4 Malam. Murah!

Maldives tak semestinya mahal.

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PM Najib's Cabinet Reshuffling (Temporarily) Kills PAC's 1MDB Probe

Rebranded committee will take over the role of Special Task Force, but it will not probe 1MDB

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The Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC) announced today the line-up of an eight-agency task force that includes national graftbusters, saying the team will investigate revenue losses but not have anything to do with debt-riddled state company 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB).The AGC also said the National Revenue Recovery Enforcement Team (NRRET) would take over the role of the previous Special Task Force, which was probing 1MDB matters, and is not “new” but a rebranding of the previous task force with the same aims, except that it won’t probe 1MDB.“NRRET is not in any way involved with any investigations involving 1MDB and its related companies,” it said in a statement.It said the task force has been in place since 2011.

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DAP's Tony Pua is demanding for an explanation on the decision to stop 1MDB probe

DAP's Tony Pua
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The new Attorney-General must explain why the newly renamed special Task Force will not be investigating the scandal-ridden 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) or its related companies.The people deserve the right to know why investigations into 1MDB and its related companies which were carried out by the previous special Task Force have been stopped, said Petaling Jaya Utara MP Tony Pua.Earlier on 16 July 2015, he reminded, the special Task Force had reiterated that it “will conduct the investigations in relation to the 1MDB case in a transparent, independent and professional manner”. The special Task Force had also asked “all parties to place their trust and confidence in it to conduct the investigations”.

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Pua added that "the Executive is blatantly trying to stop all investigations into the RM42 billion scandal involving the Government’s wholly-owned subsidiary"

Failure to explain its inexplicable decision to stop all investigations into 1MDB, Pua warned, will render the new AG a complete puppet of the Prime Minister.“His complicity in covering the single largest financial scandal in the country will also make him the worst and most irresponsible AG in the history of Malaysia less than 2 months into his term.”Pua also said the latest announcement by the AGC has made it clear to all Malaysians that the Executive is blatantly trying to stop all investigations into 1MDB.

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16 AUGUST: Task force on Najib's RM2.6 billion is 'illegal', claims Abdul Rahman

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BN strategic communications director Abdul Rahman Dahlan has described the special task force investigating the RM2.6 billion deposits into Prime Minister Najib Abdul Razak's personal bank accounts as "illegal".

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"In the first place the task force was illegally constituted. They were not supposed to be investigating the PM or any individual for that matter.The original task force was set up to look at the overall policy of the banking system such as money laundering, the illicit flow of funds, the illegal use of money changers to move money in and out of the country, illegal money transactions involving terrorism and drug business and the loopholes in the system."

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"That is why the attorney-general, Bank Negara, Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) and the police were there," he said in an interview with The Star Online. Abdul Rahman said the attorney-general should not have gotten involved, in the interest of the separation of powers.The special task force was immediately disbanded after attorney-general Abdul Gani Patail (photo) was abruptly removed from office and replaced with Mohamed Apandi Ali. Despite the demise of the special task force, Abdul Rahman, who is also a federal minister, insisted that investigation could still go on.

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"The police, MACC, and Bank Negara can conduct their own individual investigations without having that task force. That is not a problem. But the task force doesn’t have the mandate from the Cabinet. There is no executive order from the Cabinet to constitute that task force to investigate that particular issue."

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Abdul Rahman also reiterated the official line that Abdul Gani was removed as attorney-general due to health reasons. "The official response is that he was not well and on dialysis three times a week. Even in my ministry I can tell you there are noticeable delays in getting responses from the Attorney-General's Chambers," he was quoted as saying. Likewise, Abdul Rahman said the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), which investigation into 1MDB have also been scuttled after Najib co-opted four of its members in the government, can resume its probe after the appointment of new members in October.

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10 AUGUST: Transfer order to Prime Minister's Department for MACC duo cancelled

Datuk Bahri Mohamad Zin/ Datuk Rohaizad Yaakob
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Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission directors Datuk Bahri Mohamad Zin and Datuk Rohaizad Yaakob will not be transferred to the Prime Minister’s Department. The duo will be remain at the commission said Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department, Datuk Seri Shahidan Kassim.“Both the MACC officers will not be transferred and remain in their current position,” said Shahidan.

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The decision was made after a meeting between the commission and Government chief secretary Tan Sri Ali Hamsa and Public Service’s Department director-general Tan Sri Zabidi Zainal in Putrajaya on Monday morning.“After listening to their explanation on their action of making media statement, I have decided to cancel their transfers to the Prime Minister's Department and resume their original duties in MACC effective today," said Ali Hamsa.

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6 AUGUST: C4 is calling for other authorities to get their "hands off MACC"

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The Centre to Combat Corruption & Cronyism (C4), expressing regret at the ongoing police harassment of the Malaysian Anti Corruption Commission (MACC), has called for the arrests and raids to stop immediately. “The MACC has the monumental task to seek and arrive at the truth.”Hands off the MACC, reiterated C4 Executive Director Cynthia Gabriel in a statement. “The actions of the police have serious repercussions. It’s tantamount to obstruction of duties and this could hamper important investigations from progressing further.”

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C4 stands by the MACC during these dark times in our country’s history and hold faith that the commission will be steadfast and resilient in their mission, continued Gabriel. “We owe this to our nation, and to our future generations.”The time is now, she said, for MACC to prove its mettle. “Let us give strength to our public institutions to save Malaysia.”

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4 AUGUST: 1MDB probe deliberately sabotaged, alleges PAC deputy chief

Dr Tan Seng Giaw
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Parliament's Public Accounts Committee's (PAC) highly anticipated inquiry into 1Malaysia Development Bhd (1MDB) was "deliberately sabotaged", its deputy chairman Dr Tan Seng Giaw said, after losing key members ahead of this week's grilling of former and current executives of the debt-ridden state investor."PAC has been deliberately suspended and we already anticipated the 1MDB people would not turn up. We have anticipated the whole thing to be deliberately sabotaged," Dr Tan said.

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1MDB former CEOs Datuk Shahrol Azral Ibrahim Halmi and Mohd Hazem Abdul Rahman together with 1MDB president Arul Kanda Kandasamy were to appear before the 13-member committee this month. PAC hearing had been scheduled for Aug 4, 5, 6,17 and 18 as well as Sept 8 and 10.PAC chairman Datuk Nur Jazlan Mohamed had announced that he will relinquish his position as the committee chairman following his appointment as Deputy Home Minister. Apart from Nur Jazlan, other PAC members who have been appointed into the Cabinet are Datuk Seri Reezal Merican Naina Merican, Datuk Mas Ermieyati Samsudin and Datuk Wilfred Madius Tangau.

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30 JULY: The 1MDB probes should remain independent and free from interference, MACC says

MACC chief Tan Sri Abu Kassim Mohamed.
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The five independent oversight panels of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission said the 1Malaysia Development Bhd investigations should remain “independent and free from interference”.In a joint statement yesterday, the five panels reiterated that the four agencies that make up the special taskforce investigating 1MDB – the Attorney-General’s Chambers, police, Bank Negara Malaysia and MACC – should be given “the latitude to conduct the investigations without fear or favour”."In this matter, we strongly feel it is highly pertinent to ensure the integrity of MACC as an independent anti-corruption commission is maintained and not compromised," read their joint statement today.

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The statement followed Prime Minister Najib Abdul Razak's cabinet reshuffle and the removal of Abdul Gani Patail as attorney-general, and the appointment of four Public Accounts Committee (PAC) members including its chairperson, to ministerial and deputy ministerial positions. The move ignited speculation that it was designed to derail probes into the 1MDB issue.Nevertheless, the five panels - which play an advisory role to the MACC - assured that the MACC would facilitate and expedite an “independent, transparent and professional investigation without the pressure and intervention from any party”, and bring any wrongdoers to justice. The MACC is a part of the special taskforce investigating 1MDB together with the Royal Malaysian Police and Bank Negara Malaysia, while the Attorney-General’s Chambers is in charge of prosecuting those implicated in the investigations.

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The panels also called for findings to made public as soon as possible, and stressed that it was important to ensure that the integrity of the MACC as an independent anti-corruption commission was not compromised.

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Meanwhile, the panels urged the newly minted attorney-general Mohamed Apandi Ali to give clear updates on the developments of the 1MDB investigation when providing legal advice and guidance to the special taskforce. This is to prevent ‘negative perceptions’ on the agencies involved in the taskforce, it said. “This is important in view of the fact that the MACC’s task is focused only on issues related to SRC International, a former subsidiary of 1MDB, while the 1MDB is being investigated by the other bodies,” it added. SRC International has since been taken over by the Ministry of Finance.

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On 28 July, PM Najib appointed four of the Public Accounts Committee's (PAC) members into the Cabinet in a reshuffle announced today. The PAC members were in the middle of probing into the debt-laden 1MDB scandal. The move is a blow to both the investigations into 1MDB by the PAC and the special task force.

On the PAC front, the committee's chairperson Nur Jazlan Mohamed was appointed as deputy home minister, while three other PAC members were also appointed to the government. This would mean that Nur Jazlan can no longer helm the bipartisan PAC, which is also investigating allegations surrounding 1MDB.

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Nur Jazlan Mohamed.
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Nur Jazlan said that several other Barisan Nasional (BN) MPs who were also appointed as deputy ministers ― Datuk Seri Reezal Merican Naina Merican (deputy foreign affairs minister), Datuk Mas Ermieyati Samsudin (tourism and culture deputy minister) and Datuk Wilfred Madius Tangau ― must also vacate their positions in the PAC.“I have to step down. All (of us who were appointed) have to step down,” he told Malay Mail Online. Nur Jazlan also confirmed that this meant that the ongoing PAC probe on 1MDB would be affected.“It would have to be temporarily halted. We will have to wait until the next Parliament sitting to decide on the new PAC chief to be appointed, so this means PAC investigations halted until then,” he added.

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Before this, the bipartisan PAC committee had 13 members, comprising eight from BN and five from the opposition bench

With the Cabinet reshuffle announced by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak today, there is an urgent need to replace the four members as the PAC is scheduled to resume its inquiry into 1MDB next week. By parliamentary convention, MPs appointed to the government administration cannot be sitting members of PAC.

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Prior to the appointments, the PAC had scheduled 4 and 5 August to question current and former top 1MDB executives as part of their investigation into the state-owned firm's dealings

Prior to the appointments, the PAC had scheduled August 4 and 5 to question 1MDB chief executive Arul Kanda Kandasamy and his predecessor, Datuk Shahrul Ibrahim Halmi as part of their investigation into the state-owned firm’s dealings.The committee will also recall 1MDB’s then-auditors Deloitte, KPMG and Ernst & Young along with several other 1MDB executives and directors of the company’s subsidiaries for further questioning in September to answer discrepancies raised by the Auditor-General’s interim report on the firm.

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As noted by Malaysiakini, Nur Jazlan was often seen as uncompromising with regard to the PAC investigation and has on numerous occasions defended fellow PAC member and DAP lawmaker Tony Pua amidst attacks

Pua has been criticised for targeting 1MDB and calls have rung out for him to resign on grounds that he has not been impartial on the matter.However, Nur Jazlan did not state whether he was accepting the appointment. Previously, he had reportedly said that he would prefer to oversee the committee's 1MDB probe to its conclusion before taking on any cabinet position.

        malaysiakini.com

Furthermore, the sacking of Abdul Gani also crippled a separate investigation into 1MDB, led by the special task force. Among others, the task force was probing claims that RM2.6 billion was deposited into Najib's private bank accounts.

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The removal of Abdul Gani Patail as attorney-general as well as the cabinet reshuffle points in the direction of Prime Minister Najib Abdul Razak consolidating his position amidst the raging 1MDB imbroglio.Though it was claimed that Gani'sterm in office expired due to "health problems", the former AG himself appeared to be in the dark about the matter.Abdul Gani was only due to retire in October. He was replaced by former federal court judge Mohamad Apandi Ali. Abdul Gani had helped coordinate the legal aspect for the special task force, which comprises the police, Malaysian Anti Corruption Commission and Bank Negara.The special task force's investigation wil be rendered moot if the new attorney-general refuses to proceed with the case as he is the sole person that controls all prosecution powers.

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Meanwhile, Najib not only crippled both investigations into 1MDB but also purged those who criticised his handling of 1MDB including Deputy PM Muhyiddin Yassin and Rural and Regional Development Minister Shafie Apdal

Muhyiddin has been a vocal critic of the 1MDB issue and even revealed how the prime minister ignored his advice on the matter.Several names included in the new line-up are known to be Najib's supporters, including Salleh Said Keruak, who has been appointed as the new communication and multimedia minister. Salleh, who is the Sabah state assembly speaker, has consistently defended Najib on his blog.

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It is yet to be seen, though, how UMNO would react to PM Najib's apparent move to strengthen his position in the government

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After all, Muhyiddin is the party deputy president and commands a strong support base. More importantly, what would former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad, Najib's archnemesis, do next?

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Redefining Your Perspective On Old Klang Road With 9 Seputeh

1. More people are investing in new developments and properties in OKR as their second home

More people are investing in new developments and properties in OKR as their second home.
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9 Seputeh, an exciting new development, is set to redefine your perspective on Old Klang Road.

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Come see the exciting new development, 9Seputeh, that is set to redefine living in Old Klang Road on 14 June 2014
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Join 9 Seputeh on 14 June 2014 (Saturday) at the 9 Seputeh Sales Gallery, open from 10am to 6pm to see how 9 Seputeh is rejuvenating Old Klang Road!

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2. New businesses and renowned retail outlets are setting up store in the area

New businesses and renowned retail outlets are setting up store in the area.
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3. A pedestrian bridge connecting 9 Seputeh to the upcoming monorail station will make catching the monorail safer and faster

A pedestrian bridge connecting 9 Seputeh to the upcoming monorail station will make catching the monorail safer and faster.
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A pedestrian bridge connecting 9 Seputeh to the upcoming monorail station will make catching the monorail safer and faster.
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4. OKR has always been recognised for its strategic location, neighbouring both KL and PJ. The upcoming dedicated link from 9 Seputeh to the NPE highway makes connectivity even easier.

The upcoming dedicated link from 9 Seputeh to the NPE highway makes connectivity even easier.
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Straddled by the New Pantai Expressway (NPE) and Federal Highway, Old Klang Road is situated on the borders of KL and PJ. 9 Seputeh is building a dedicated link bridge to the NPE, as well as a dedicated covered link bridge to the proposed monorail station for better connectivity and convenience.

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5. The skyline will be transformed after the construction of 9 Seputeh, envisaged to be the tallest building along OKR

The skyline will be transformed after the construction of 9 Seputeh, envisaged to be the tallest building along OKR
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6. The Klang River will soon be given a facelift to turn it into a beautiful new riverscape adjacent to 9 Seputeh called 'The River of Life'

The Klang River will soon be given a facelift to turn it into a beautiful new riverscape adjacent to 9 Seputeh called 'The River of Life'.
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7. Big central parks within 9 Seputeh are being built to revive the green lung in town

Big central parks within 9 Seputeh are being built to revive the green lung in town
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8. Chic and modern architecture are in the works by award-winning property developer MRCB Land

Chic and modern architecture are in the works by award-winning property developer MRCB Land.
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9 Seputeh, the latest integrated development to redefine Old Klang Road, is brought to you by MRCB, a strategic planner synonymous with the much-touted KL Sentral integrated development. MRCB have won numerous accolades including The FIABCI Malaysia Property Award in 2002, 2008, 2009, 2010 and 2013 for Stesen Sentral Kuala Lumpur, 1Sentral, Platinum Sentral and Sooka Sentral.

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And of course, Old Klang Road will always have some of the best street food to charm our hearts

And of course, Old Klang Road will always have some of the best street food to charm our hearts.
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In Response To 'I Want To Touch A Dog' Event, A 'Do Not Go Near Dogs' Event Proposed

The I Want To Touch A Dog event held on 19 October, which was participated by over 800 eager Muslims in Bandar Utama, has become talk of the town for reasons other than it was intended for

'I want to touch a dog' event was a big hit with Malaysian Muslims
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The 'I Want To Touch A Dog' programme has been widely criticised when Muslims were allowed to touch and play with dogs brought to the event by non-Muslims.

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Reacting to the event, Sobri Osman, director of the Persatuan Jemaah Pondok-pondok Kedah, said such a programme should not be allowed and the participation of Muslims in the event clearly reflected their shallow knowledge of Islam, The Star reported

The Persatuan Jemaah Pondok-pondok Kedah suggested that a "Do not go near dogs" programme be held to counter the recent dog-touching event participated by Muslims in Petaling Jaya.

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Its director, Sobri Osman, said the "I want to touch a dog" event should not have been allowed and the participation of Muslims clearly reflected their shallow knowledge of their religion.

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The NGO's director stated that if the objective was to educate Muslims on the proper way of handling dogs, than a campaign, such as Do Not Go Near Dogs, should be held

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He advised Muslims who attended the event, held at Central Park, 1Utama, near Petaling Jaya, to cleanse themselves should they happen to touch the dogs.

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“If they are confident that they were dry and the dogs they touched were also dry, it is not be necessary for them to do so. Otherwise, they should do the proper cleansing method or their prayers will not be accepted,” he added.

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Influencer Who Travelled Interstate During MCO For Honeymoon Says It's Allowed By Police

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An Instagram personality and businesswoman recently landed in hot water after uploading photos of her honeymoon online

On 18 March, a Twitter user uploaded several screenshots of the woman's Instagram Story and wrote, "Instafamous and stupidity cannot be parted."As of the time of writing, the tweet had garnered over 11,700 retweets and 10,600 likes.

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The screenshots show the influencer answering people's questions about how she managed to travel to a different state while movement restrictions are implemented throughout the country

At the same time, she shared photos of her and her husband enjoying their holiday by the sea.When one person asked what excuse she had to travel interstate, she responded, "Honeymoon. Why are you guys overreacting? You can just get a letter. You haven't even tried and you're already jealous."

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Another follower then asked, "You can use a honeymoon as a reason to travel interstate?""Yes, you can," she said. "I've booked my trip since December but if the police in your area are strict, then deal with it. The police in my area said, 'That's quite a wait. Are you newlyweds? You're allowed to go. It's a private place right? Or are you going to a wedding? If weddings, then it's not allowed.'"

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She emphasised that permission to travel depends on the mood of the police officer in charge

"If their mood is not okay, don't even hope for it to be approved. But seriously, everything is already back to normal. Highways are already packed. As long as you follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)," she said."Don't ask me anymore if it's allowed or not. Ask your police station."

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Her posts stirred netizens' anger.
Several people stated that others have been denied the chance to travel interstate.

"Must be nice that she can cross state borders just for a honeymoon. Others are cupping their tears because they can't travel interstate to see family members," one person commented.

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Another person wrote, "I haven't gone home to see my father in Terengganu for a year. If interstate travel is still not allowed this year for Raya, it will be my second Raya facing the ceiling alone with my drenched pillow after a video call with my family."

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"I was patiently waiting for interstate travel to be allowed to take my father on a holiday. But we never got to because my father passed away. You're nonchalantly going on honeymoon, how fun. It's been a year of MCO, it did not just start an hour ago."

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

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Previously, the police launched an investigation against an Instafamous couple who travelled to Kelantan to attend a wedding:

                PDRM Investigates Influencer Couple For Allegedly Travelling Interstate To Attend Wedding

The incident sparked anger among netizens who argued that police are usually strict in approving applications for int...

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7 Malaysians Tell Us Their Secrets On How Their Nights Out Are Kickass

1. Bring your whole squad to the party! The more friends, the merrier!

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Jon JS tells us that it's not a party without lots of people. "Let me tell you something, it ain't a party without people! The more friends, the merrier so do call all your friends for a great night out!"

2. Bring buddies who are really connected to lots of people

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On top of bringing loads friends to the party, Prakash KaZh suggests bringing those that are well connected instead. "There are those that can get us in the party, or an extra drink or two. Even if they don't know anyone, those with good haggling skills can get more value out of the party for us".

3. Always have a game plan, to go home safely of course

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"The number one rule of having a hassle-free night is to have a game plan to go home safely" says Andrew, a 29-year old executive. "Therefore, try your best not to drive on the night of your party. Instead, get a friend or take public or ride sharing services to the event. Driving creates stress, wastes time, and puts a cap on the amount of fun you can have. You should be escorted to your destination. Remember, party responsibly! Especially after a night of drinking".

4. Set your expectations low and just go with the flow!

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22-year-old Janice, a university student tells us that the major key to having a great night out is to not expect it. "Expectation is the #1 killer of fun. There's so many times where a lot of my friends are so hyped up by the party only to end the night early and disappointed. Therefore I learnt that if you don't expect anything, the night will turn out to be more fun." The best nights are the ones that are unplanned.

5. Always be on top of your game. Preparation is key!

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"Always be on the lookout for something that could disrupt your night! The slightest bit of disruption could set off a chain of events that could affect the entire night!" says Kunalan, an auditor. "A friend of yours has too many drinks and you get stuck taking care of them for the rest of the night: destroyed. You eat chilli pan mee before the party and you get a stomach ache later: destroyed. Always be on top of your game!"

6. Try not to keep track of the time

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"A good night out is a night where time is non-existent." says Chloe, a 23-year-old marketer. "Don't keep track of the time, because it usually reminds you that you've got to be up early the next day. A truly great night should have you feeling no regrets, no darkness. Things end at the right time and you wake up happy instead of being embarrassed and hungover."

7. Always end the night with a mamak session

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"There are parties, and then there are PARTIES" says Han, a 27-year-old lawyer. "And every Malaysian knows that the best after party is at the place where it's always open no matter what: the mamak. Everything tastes better after a party, be it that indomie goreng to the tosai telur. It's a good place to catch up and talk about what happened during the night and I don't think you can do this anywhere else in the world!"

Don't take these secrets just as it is. Put them to the test with the La French Touch party right up the corner!

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Martell will be hosting a night of Parisian extravaganza this coming January 16, 2016 at the KL Live @ Life Centre. La French Touch Party will feature Grammy Award nominee, Joachim Garraud; Malaysia's Popular DJ, Joey G; Malaysia's Sexiest DJ, Patricia Knudsen; Hip Hop International World Bronze Medalist Elecoldxhot; as well as artists from celebrated local DJ community - Play for Passion, in a celebration of true French lifestyle by combining electrifying music and contemporary arts. Find out more here!Also, a BIG congratulations to:Jon JSPrakashAndrewHanChloeYou guys got yourself 4 tickets to the La French Touch Party and each of you will get to enjoy two (2) specially created Martell Cocktails for the event! Watch out for more contests here on SAYS!


Over 300,000 Residents In The Klang Valley Affected By Water Cut Due To River Pollution

Over 300,000 residents of the Petaling, Hulu Langat, Kuala Langat, and Sepang districts will be affected by unscheduled water cut due yet another pollution incident, according to a statement by Air Selangor

In the statement earlier today, 4 October, Air Selangor said that water treatment plants in Sungai Semenyih and Bukit Tampoi had to be stopped operating after pollution was detected in Sungai Semenyih.The river is the raw water source for these two plants."The cessation of operations for these plants will affect 273 areas, where 309,605 consumers will experience unscheduled water supply disruptions across four districts," Air Selangor said.The incident has been reported to the Selangor Water Management Authority (LUAS)."Measures are being taken to identify the source of water pollution in and around Sungai Semenyih," it said.

No word on when the water supply will resume to normal

According to Air Selangor, it cannot provide any details about an expected timeframe of when the water treatment plants will start operating again and water supply will resume."Air Selangor has activated its emergency response plan in order to provide assistance to affected consumers," it said, adding that people will be kept informed about developments from time to time via all medium.

Here's a list of the affected areas:

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Couple Killed After Getting Dragged Under A Bus Near Genting Highlands

Yesterday, 28 February, a man was killed on the spot in a collision between two buses and a motorcycle near Genting Highlands

According to China Press, a tour bus lost control before it grazed another bus while skidding onto the opposite lane. The bus then collided head-on with a motorcycle ridden by a couple.The couple, together with their motorcycle, was dragged under the bus for a few metres into a drain.Eight out of 46 passengers on both buses sustained minor injuries, while the husband on the motorcycle died on the spot.

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The man's wife, who was seriously injured, was sent to the Kuala Kubu Bharu Hospital for treatment before she passed away

China Press reported that the hospital spent six hours trying to save her life before she died at around 8.30pm yesterday.Other victims were also treated at the same hospital.

One of the victims getting treated by medical personnel.
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Drivers of both buses involved in the accident were detained and arranged for urine tests

Channel NewsAsia reported that both drivers were tested negative for drugs. Hulu Selangor police chief suuperintendant Lim Bak Phai said that the accident will be investigated under Section 41 of the Road Transport Act 1987 for causing death by reckless or dangerous driving.


This N95 Tote Bag Is The Fashion Statement No One Asked For, But I'm Here For It

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Sometimes you just gotta let your outfit speak for itself. These N95-inspired tote bags certainly will.

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Made out of canvas, these sling bags may not protect you from COVID-19, but at least they make a statement

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They even come with friendly reminders printed on them: "Stop COVID-19" and #socialdistance.

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There are two colours, black and white, so you can match different outfits

The smaller size costs around RM12.90 and can fit a wallet, phone, and keys. The larger size costs around RM15.90 and is perfect for a quick grocery run.Both come with handles and a zip.

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You can get them on Shopee or Lazada.

In 2020, there was this giant surgical mask bag:

                You Can Get A Face Mask Tote Bag To Match... Your Face Mask

Matchy matchy.

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Tak Sedar Dirakam, Mak Cik Sakan Berjoget Masa Tengok Persembahan Ini Undang Reaksi Ramai

Follow kami di Telegram, Instagram dan TikTok SAYS Seismik, jadi antara yang terawal untuk dapatkan berita serta artikel-artikel menarik.

Menonton persembahan secara langsung pasti akan membuatkan kita turut menyanyi atau berjoget sekali betul tak?

Tambahan lagi, jika ia adalah penyanyi atau kumpulan kegemaran kita. Mesti kita turut menyanyi sekali.Namun, lain pula dengan video di TikTok ini apabila gelagat seorang mak cik sakan berjoget ketika melihat persembahan telah mencuri tumpuan ramai.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @eynaa_____ Rancak balik makcik  #mydinmalaysia #fyp #viral #manamanarancakkkk  original sound  - Eʏɴᴀᴀ ఌ

Fokus berjoget masa tengok persembahan live

Menerusi video tersebut, kelihatan seorang wanita sedang berada di salah sebuah pusat beli-belah. Dapat dilihat sedang berlangsungnya sebuah persembahan di situ.Namun, apa yang lebih menarik perhatian adalah apabila seorang mak cik dilihat sedang menunduk sambil berjoget mendengarkan lagu itu.Malah, dia tidak menghiraukan di sekelilingnya walaupun ada yang memerhati.

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"Mak cik ni tiap kali ada apa-apa event mesti dia mai duk menari, semangat mak cik" - Netizen

Sementara itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen turut terhibur melihat gelagat mak cik itu.Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video berkenaan telah meraih 66.5K views, 3,876 likes dan 167 comments di TikTok.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Rancak sangat ya berjoget tu mak cik :P

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Penang's Asam Laksa Ranks 7th On CNN's 'World's 50 Best Foods' List

Penang's asam laksa has earned a proud spot in 'The World's 50 Best Foods' by CNN Travel.
And it's one of the top ten dishes in the list.

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CNN Travel had its staff scour the planet to compile the most delicious foods ever created - and this local favourite made seventh

Described as "one of Malaysia's most popular dishes", CNN Travel said asam laksa is "an addictive spicy-sour fish broth with noodles that is especially great when fused with ginger".Acknowledging the complex mix of ingredients such as poached mackerel, tamarind, chili, mint, lemongrass, onion, and pineapple, the travel guide also said, "[It will] have your nose running before the spoon even hits your lips."

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According to CNN, Malaysia's asam laksa is better than Thailand's tom yum goong and 43 other foods which includes Singapore's chilli crab and chicken rice at 35th and 45th place, respectively

Here are the top 10 best foods according to CNN Travel's World's Best 50 Foods:1. Massaman curry, Thailand2. Neapolitan pizza, Italy3. Chocolate, Mexico4. Sushi, Japan5. Peking duck, China6. Hamburger, Germany7. Penang asam laksa, Malaysia8. Tom yum goong, Thailand9. Ice cream, global10. Chicken muamba, GabonCheck out the full list here.

Got a lot of places to recommend? Let us know in our new SAYS Makan Buddies Facebook Group!

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Last year, CNN Travel also named Penang as one of Asia's best travel destinations to consider:

                Penang Is One Of CNN's Must-Visit Travel Destinations Of 2017

The food capital continues to be a popular choice among tourists and even CNN's travel experts!

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Isu Hasilkan Video Masakan Yang Tidak Berkhasiat, Khairul Aming Tampil Beri Penjelasan

Kecoh baru-baru ini apabila selebriti sosial media, Khairul Aming menjadi bualan hangat dek kerana video masakannya

Khairul Aming yang menjadi fenomena dalam dunia masakan maya lebih-lebih lagi pada bulan Ramadan telah ditegur Pakar Perubatan, Dr. Rafidah Abdullah sebab bahan kandungan dalam masakannya.Menerusi ciapan di Twitter Dr. Rafidah sebelum ini,  beliau meminta agar Khairul Aming menyediakan resipi lebih sihat kepada orang ramai.Ciapannya itu ternyata mendapat perhatian ramai yang memberikan reaksi mereka termasuklah tuan empunya badan sendiri.Lihat ciapan itu di bawah:

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Tenang menjawab dan beri respon mengenai isu tersebut

Selepas tular isu berkenaan, Khairul Aming telah tampil sendiri untuk menjelaskannya di dalam sebuah video.Menurutnya, beliau mengakui menerima teguran itu teguran dan nasihat yang diberikan berhubung isu penggunaan minyak masak berlebihan dalam masakannya.Malah, beliau juga sempat berkongsi perjalanan penurunan berat badannya dengan penjagaan pemakanan dan aktiviti senaman."Pertamanya, kita boleh kurangkan minyak, kita boleh tukar resipi, kita boleh tukar bahan, tapi ia akan jadi tak sedap macam original""Kalau kita nak sambal yang sedap kita kena masak dengan minyak yang banyak supaya ia pecah minyak. Kalau nak ayam goreng yang juicy dan crispy, kena deep fry dan goreng dengan minyak yang banyak," jelasnya.Tambahnya lagi, menjadi tanggungjawab beliau dalam memastikan setiap resipi yang dihasilkan adalah tepat dan tidak dipersoalkan oleh mana-mana individu.Lihat video itu di bawah:

Thank you kepada semua yang bagi feedback mengenai minyak masak dalam masakan, I will take note for improvement . If you dont mind, I want to share my perspective on this issue, especially coming from me as an obese Malaysian and also a food content creator: pic.twitter.com/OGQgBjqbvP— Khairulaming (@khairulaming) April 2, 2023

Dr Rafidah mohon maaf kepada Khairul Aming

Susulan daripada ciapannya sebelum ini, pakar kesihatan, Dr Rafidah Abdullah tampil memohon maaf kepada pempengaruh masakan, Khairul Aming di atas kenyataan kononnya pempengaruh itu tidak mengutamakan kesihatan dalam masakan.Ia selepas nasihat berbetuk ciapan yang dituju kepada Khairul Aming itu tular dan mendapat pelbagai reaksi daripada netizen.Lihat ciapan itu di bawah:

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"Inilah hasilnya bila bersuara dengan akal dan kebijaksanaan tanpa mengheret emosi" - Netizen

Dalam pada itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen turut memberikan pendapat mereka masing-masing.Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video berkenaan telah meraih 530K views, 17.5K retweets dan 38.1K likes di Twitter.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen daripada netizen di Twitter:

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Isu pun dah selesai, harap semuanya baik-baik saja lepas ini :)


Full Story Behind The Arrest Of 156 PPS Members While You Were Celebrating Merdeka

156 Members Of The Penang Voluntary Patrol Unit (PPS), Aged 18 To 67, Were Arrested By The Police On Sunday, 31 August

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The members, consisting people of all ages including senior citizens, were then taken on a bus to the George Town police headquarters in Jalan Patani here.

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Abdul Rahim said there were 131 Chinese men, seven Chinese women, seven Indian men and 10 Malay men detained. He added that the detained PPS members were aged between 18 and 67 and they were from various backgrounds, from students, to those employed in the private sector as well as the government.

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Police sources said 154 PPS members, including seven women, were picked up soon after the procession. Police also seized purple vests, membership cards and other items.

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The PPS Members Were Participating In A State-Level Merdeka Parade At Esplanade When 50 Policemen Swooped In And Took Them To A Nearby Police Station

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The group of PPS members marched past the VIPs during the celebration in Esplanade at 10.10am Sunday. As soon as they reached the state legislative assembly in Light Street, about 50 policemen then escorted them to the police station.

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Some 150 Penang Voluntary Patrol (PPS) unit members were escorted to the Beach Street police station soon after they took part in a state-level Merdeka procession here.

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In the 10am incident, the PPS members, clad in their signature purple vests, were one of the contingents participating in a march past for the Merdeka Day celebration parade at the Esplanade.

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One Day Later, DAP Assemblyman R.S.N. Rayer, Who Is The Chairman Of The PPS' Constituency-Level Committee In Seri Delima, Was Also Arrested

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Rayer, who is the chairman of the PPS’s constituency-level committee in Seri Delima, was the latest to be arrested by the police after 156 members of the unit were arrested on Sunday following their participation in the state-level Merdeka Day parade.

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Seri Delima assembly member R.S.N Rayer (pic) was released early this morning after being detained overnight for his involvement in the Penang government’s Voluntary Patrol Unit (PPS). The DAP lawmaker was let out on police bail at 4am today. He was detained at the George Town district police headquarters since 3pm yesterday when he was giving his statement.

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Earlier, ACP Mior said Rayer was arrested and investigated under Section 43 of the Societies Act 1966 for being a member of an unlawful society. The offence carries a maximum of three years jail, or a RM5,000 fine, or both, if convicted.

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The Arrest Of The Penang Voluntary Patrol Unity (PPS) That Was Formed To Assist The Public From Traffic To Disasters Caused A Public Outcry

Penang Voluntary Patrol Unit (PPS) was formed by the state government in May 2011 to assist the public in all situations including directing traffic, in times of disaster and to patrol the streets as a preventive measure against crime. Currently, there are more than 9,000 PPS members in the state and the members have all undergone various training courses that include first aid and disaster management.

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Aliran has said the timing of the arrests of PPS members seems strangely provocative and asks if this action was authorised by the Attorney General. “At a time when the authorities, including the police, need to avoid circumstances which can heighten tension and threaten our peace and harmony, why has there been a lack of discretion, patience and prudence?” Aliran asked in a statement.

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Aliran said the recent episode further undermined the credibility of the police to act in a fair and even-handed manner while appealing to authorities to refrain from letting freedom and justice be trampled upon by whichever quarter on the anniversary of the country’s independence.

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Lim Kit Siang Says The Inspector-General Of Police Single-Handedly Reduced The Prime Minister's Message Of Unity To Shambles When He Ordered The Mass Arrest Of Good Samaritans Like Common Criminals

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“Najib tried to create history this Merdeka Anniversary when he broke the tradition of pre-recorded Merdeka speeches and spoke live on Merdeka Eve to make “eye-to-eye, heart-to-heart” connection with all Malaysians to show the spirit of patriotism. “But one man, the Inspector-General of Police, single-handedly reduced to shambles in less than 24 hours the Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak’s three messages on unity, confidence and prosperity,” said Lim.

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“However, Najib’s break with tradition came to nought as his three Merdeka messages of unity, confidence and prosperity were torn to shreds by the Inspector-General of Police the next morning when the No. 1 police officer in the land personally directed the mass arrests of over a hundred Voluntary Patrol Unit (PPS – Pasukan Peronda Sukarela) members in Penang immediately after their participation in the Merdeka Parade in Penang”, said Lim in a statement today.

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Lim said “Something has gone very wrong with our nation when Good Samaritans ever-ready to give of their time, energies and service to help less fortunate citizens are treated as common criminals”.

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“The ball is in Najib’s court. He did nothing to ensure that over a hundred patriotic and exemplary citizens who are PPS members do not spend a night in the police lock-ups yesterday. Is he going to continue to be silent and indifferent to the mass arrests of PPS members with over a hundred of them held in custody in police lock-ups?”

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Penang PKR Youth Information Chief Aidil Ibrahim Suggested That The Arrests Were Politically Motivated, Stating That It Has Marred What Was Meant To Be A Harmonious Merdeka Celebration

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Penang PKR Youth information chief Aidil Ibrahim said the arrests have marred what was meant to be the harmonious celebration of the nation’s Independence Day by people from all walks of life today. "We strongly condemn the police in taking action to detain the PPS members during a Merdeka celebration,” he said. He called on the police to immediately release the 200 Penang volunteer patrol members unconditionally.

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“Their shocking arrest today is proof that the police are unaware of those who had assisted in security issues in villages and residential areas while also assisting the police in prevention of crime,” he said in a statement issued today in response to the arrest this morning.

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Aidil noted today that the Village Security and Development Committees (JKKK) that serve a similar function were also not a registered body, yet was not considered an illegal organisation. “The police should not become a tool for Barisan Nasional (BN) in penalising PPS but should be cooperating with the PPS members to provide social service to the community,” he said.

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Yet, Penang Chief Police Officer Abdul Rahim Hanafi Has Says The Arrests Have Nothing To Do With Politics

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Penang CPO Abdul Rahim Hanafi said there was nothing political in the arrests of members of the Penang Voluntary Patrol Unit (PPS) and that the arrests were carried out purely on legal grounds. “This action on PPS is purely on legal grounds. It’s nothing to do with politics,” stressed Abdul Rahim.

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He also said that police had never received any applications to vet members of the PPS unit, as was claimed by the Penang government. “I have never commended the state for setting up the unit and my men have never conducted patrols with them,” he was quoted as saying in the report.

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Inspector-General Of Police Tan Sri Khalid Abu Bakar Says The PPS Members Were Arrested As The Patrol Unit Was An Unlawful Society Not Registered With The Registrar Of Societies (ROS)

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Earlier this week, Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Khalid Abu Bakar said the police are investigating the PPS under Section 41 of the Societies Act as the group is not registered with the Registrar of Societies (RoS). He then warned PPS members of arrest if they continued to participate in the unit’s activities.

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Rahim said the police had obtained a one-day remand for 135 PPS members in order to facilitate investigations for violations under the Societies Act as the patrol unit was an unlawful society.

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“We seized membership cards, berets, walkie-talkies, purple T-shirts and vests from the members," he was reported as saying, adding that those detained were aged 17 to 18 years old. “We will continue our blitz on the remaining PPS members who are still at large."

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Furthermore, Deputy Home Minister Datuk Wan Junaidi Says Police Have Information That The Unit Acted Like Vigilantes. There Have Been Reports Of A 51-Year-Old Man Allegedly Beaten Up By PPS Members.

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Deputy Home Minister Datuk Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar also reportedly said police have information that the unit acted like vigilantes and that the PPS members must be stopped from getting out of hand.

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The PPS has been in the limelight recently after a 51-year-old man lodged a police report alleging that two PPS members had beaten him up. The duo lodged police reports in return to deny the allegations and claimed the man had attacked first.

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This issue led to an uproar with Barisan Nasional leaders urging for the unit to be disbanded with Malay rights group Perkasa lodging police reports urging the police to investigate the unit’s activities.

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Following The Arrests, Police Found That 11 Of The Arrested PPS Members Had Prior Criminal Records

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Even as police continue their crackdown on the Penang Voluntary Patrol (PPS), it has been revealed that 11 of the 156 members detained had criminal records for theft, robbery, homicide and offences related to drugs and triads, The Star reported today.

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State police chief Datuk Wira Abdul Rahim Hanafi said that one member had been detained under the Emergency Ordinance for his ties with a secret society, before it was repealed.

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Rahim revealed the PPS members who possessed criminal records came under Section 304, 379, 380, and 392 of the Penal Code, respectively, and also various drugs offences, and customs laws. “Some of them have records for attempted murder, theft, break-ins and robbery. The suspect who was a former EO detainee was convicted for a drug offence previously,” he said.

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There Were Also Reports That Four Were Tested Positive For Drugs, But Lim Guan Eng Claims That The Four Were Senior Citizens On Prescription Medication

“One of them has been arrested under the Emergency Ordinance Act and four were tested positive for drugs,” he told reporters in George Town, Penang.

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Abdul Rahim also said it was not the police’s duty to distinguish the type of drugs consumed by those they had arrested, in response to state Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng’s claims that the four who reportedly tested positive for drugs were senior citizens on prescription medication and not illegal narcotics.

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“The urine sample we took tested positive for drugs and will be sent to Chemistry Department, depending on the chemistry report to determine whether the drug traces were legal or are narcotics,” the policeman said. He also said the police have records of 30 per cent of the PPS members.

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Abdul Rahim Hanafi Urged Remaining PPS Members To Surrender, Saying That The Police Will Arrest All PPS Members As The Unit Is An Illegal Organisation

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State police chief Datuk Wira Abdul Rahim Hanafi, the state's top cop, also called on remaining PPS members to surrender, saying that authorities had details of at least 30% (2,700) of its members. “PPS is an illegal organisation, so we will arrest all its members. There is no deadline. Therefore, I urge the members to surrender themselves to the police."

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DAP, "The Inspector-General Of Police Must Know This Fact That PPS Is Not A Gangster Group Or Secret Society. It Is A Body Set Up By The Penang State Government."

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Penang's Voluntary Patrol Unit (PPS) is not a dangerous outlaw group, DAP said today in continuing its criticism against police's actions against the body. DAP vice-chairman Teresa Kok, in calling for the men in blue to stop threatening and arresting members of the anti-crime group, saying it was up to the court to decide on the legitimacy of the three-year-old unit.

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She said police have no right to apprehend PPS members as it was legally formed under the Penang state government. "The Inspector-General of Police must know this fact that PPS is not a gangster group or secret society. It is a body set up by the Penang state government," she said.

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"Until it has been cleared that PPS is an illegal body and what they do is against the laws, there was no necessity and justification for police to take such action, especially when PPS’s activity yesterday was only attending a state-level Merdeka event," she said in a statement.

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The Penang State Government Has Defended The Unit And Are Offering Legal Assistance To The Members. In Solidarity Of PPS, All State Events That Required The Unit's Assistance Have Been Called Off.

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The state government subsequently defended the unit, with the Penang chief minister saying they would offer legal assistance to the unit members and defend them if they were “wrongly arrested” for participating in PPS activities.

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Penang Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng challenged Inspector-General Tan Sri Khalid Abu Bakar for a debate on the outlawed Voluntary Patrol Unit (PPS). Lim said if the top cop was right in arresting 156 PPS members, then Khalid should prove it. "If Khalid thinks he is right in the arrests, then I challenge him for a debate”.

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All state events that would need the surveillance and assistance of the Voluntary Patrol Team (PPS), which is governed by the Penang state government, would be called off today pending police investigations, said Penang Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng.

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He said that this was the way of the 10,000 odd PPS members in Penang to show support and solidarity for their 154 comrades who were rounded up by police this morning after the state Merdeka Day parade where the PPS was one of the 96 contingents which participated in a march-past.

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On Monday, 1 Sept, Police Released All 156 PPS Members To A Large Group Of Supporters Outside The Police Station

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Ayer Itam assemblyman Wong Hon Wai said there were no untoward incidents during the detention, and that those released were trying to get back to their normal lives with their families and careers. “Many of them have gone back to their work and businesses this morning,” he said.

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Wong said generally the members were fine. It is learnt they were also treated professionally by Penang police, notwithstanding the lengthy hours of questioning.

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They were given rousing reception as they walked out from the George Town district police headquarters in batches. Each was given a rose and were cheered by a large group of supporters waiting outside.

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Upon His Release, State Executive Councillor Phee Boon Poh Broke Down In Tears When He Saw The Penang CM Together With A Large Crowd Of Supporters. "If I Was Taken For The Betterment Of Penang, Then I Am Willing To Make This Sacrifice."

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State executive councillor Phee Boon Poh, who is in charge of the PPS, was also detained but released on bail yesterday evening.

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Earlier this evening,  state welfare, caring society and environment committee chairman Phee Boon Poh was released together with a few of the PPS members who were arrested yesterday.

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Phee, who walked out of the station looking tired, met with his family members and Penang Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng then broke down in tears as he was received by a large crowd outside the gates of the Northeast District police headquarters.

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After being garlanded, Phee thanked his friends, supporters, Pakatan Rakyat party members and the media for giving him the encouragement to stay strong. "If I was taken for the betterment of Penang, then I am willing to make this sacrifice," he said in between tears.

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Filipinos Are Praising Tun M For Not Missing Any ASEAN Summit Meetings

At the recent ASEAN Summit in Singapore, Prime Minister Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad impressed many by keeping up with a hectic diplomatic schedule

As the world's oldest leader, Malay Mail reported that 93-year-old Mahathir had a no-nonsense approach to some countries at the summit, telling them off that although trade expansion was crucial, smaller economies should not be forced to sign any lopsided deals. He then went on to slam Myanmar's Aung San Suu Kyi for "defending the indefensible" regarding the Rohingya persecution. The Prime Minister also expressed disappointment in Suu Kyi because "someone who has been detained before should know the suffering".

Mahathir at the ASEAN Summit on 14 November.
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When asked about how he kept up with the chaotic schedule of the summit, Mahathir responded with his classic wit

"I don't know how I manage," Mahathir was quoted as saying by Free Malaysia Today at the end of the summit. "I always attend meetings. It's my duty. If I can, I will. If I'm sick, I won't," he added.

At the summit, the 93-year-old Prime Minister stood in contrast to 73-year-old Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, who missed four out of the 11 meetings he was supposed to attend

Duterte had also missed a gala dinner hosted by Singaporean Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong. His presidential spokesman, Salvador S. Panelo defended his absence at the meeetings. "He (Duterte) took power naps to catch (up) on sleep," Salvador said, before accusing people of "making a big fuss of the president skipping a few meetings".

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Meanwhile, Duterte did not think there was anything wrong with taking his 'power naps' and skipping meetings at the summit. "What's wrong with my nap?" the 73-year-old was quoted as saying by Free Malaysia Today. "Not good enough, but enough to sustain the endurance for the last days," Duterte added, when asked if he felt fully rested.

73-year-old Duterte has previously admitted that he suffers from daily migraines and ailments including Buerger's disease

Buerger's disease is an illness that affects the veins and the arteries of the limbs, and it is usually caused by smoking. The Philippine President has been skipping events since he took power in 2016.

Mahathir's presence at the summit has since attracted praise from Filipinos themselves

Mahathir is 93 and he is yet to skip any major meeting despite working 24/7 with smarts for his country and region! Why Malaysia gets him and others get...— Richard Heydarian (@Richeydarian) November 15, 2018

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Meanwhile, one netizen criticised Duterte instead for skipping the meetings.

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4 Things To Consider Before Investing In Property At Tourist Spots Like Genting & Langkawi

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According to Statista, the market for vacation rentals in Malaysia is set to soar in the next five years

Vacation rental homes are becoming very popular, as seen in the widely viewed Netflix series, World's Most Amazing Vacation Rentals.Plus, travellers nowadays are opting for private rooms and holiday homes instead of hotels, especially since they are so easy to book on sites like Airbnb, Agoda, Booking.com, and more.Statista estimates that vacation rentals are projected to bring in USD402 million (RM1.7 billion) in revenue to Malaysia in 2021. The reliable data platform also predicts that revenue from vacation rentals in Malaysia will have an annual growth rate of 28.12%, resulting in a projected market volume of USD1.3 billion (RM5.5 billion) in Malaysia by 2026.

If you're thinking of investing in a holiday home, there are a few things you should consider:

1. Am I buying for own stay, long-term investment, or short-term rental?

Depending on why you're buying a holiday home, there are different things to look out for.If you want a home to stay in during the weekends or once in a while for vacation, you should find a place that gives you some privacy, while being not too far from amenities and attractions.For long-term investment, it's important to look at upcoming developments and future potential of the property. On the other hand, what's important for short-term rental is a central location and good facilities.

2. Why would visitors choose your holiday home instead of a hotel?

If you're investing in a holiday home, your competitors range from low-cost motels to high-end resorts.The idea of a vacation rental home is that it provides more value, flexibility, and comfort to visitors. For instance, for families travelling with children, a two-bedroom holiday home with a kitchen allows them to prepare their own meals and not have to worry about space, while enjoying the flexibility of driving around in their own car or a rented vehicle.While a motel would be cheaper, it wouldn't feel as comfortable. On the other hand, hotel guests would have to pay a premium price to enjoy the same kind of space.

TwinPines Serviced Suites in Tropicana Grandhill comes fully furnished with a kitchen and dining area.
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3. Are there future plans surrounding the property?

An important thing to consider is the property's outlook five or ten years down the road."Is your property a standalone building or part of a well thought out township?""For new development projects, will it be connected via public transportation in the future?"These are all questions that you should ask yourself before investing in a holiday home. For tourist destinations, having good connectivity or a point of attraction like an adventure park could cause an area to become popular and increase in value.

4. What is my potential return on investment (ROI)?

If you are investing for short-term rental, an easy way to calculate ROI is by seeing how much income you can generate from your property each month.For example, take a 380 sq ft studio unit in Tropicana Cenang, Langkawi, that costs RM520,000. You would be paying roughly RM2,000 in monthly instalments* and RM200 in maintenance fees.

Assana Serviced Suites in Tropicana Cenang offers a sea view in every unit.
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If you rent out the place for RM250 a night and have a minimal 30% occupancy rate (9 nights with a guest), you'd already be able to make RM2,250 a month, enough to cover the cost of your investment.In fact, 30% occupancy rate is a very modest projection — just imagine how much you could earn if it went up to 70% or 80% during peak seasons. Nevertheless, you have to consider the supply and demand of surrounding properties and hotels, along with the influx of visitors to the holiday destination.*Calculated based on 10% downpayment with 30-year loan and 3.1% interest rate.

Currently, there is a gap in the market for short-term rental homes at popular tourist destinations like Genting Highlands and Langkawi

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For those of you who've tried booking a hotel in Genting Highlands or Langkawi during peak travel seasons, you've probably realised how expensive hotel prices can get.In 2019, Genting Highlands welcomed 28.7 million visitors, as published in the 2019 Genting Berhad Annual Report, with some hotels recording over 95% occupancy rates. Similarly, Langkawi had a record high of 3.9 million visitors that same year.However, a simple search on Booking.com will show you that a hotel stay in Genting during peak periods (like a weekend in December 2021) will set you back RM450 to RM800. In Langkawi, on the other hand, affordable motels and homestays are aplenty, but you can expect to pay upwards of RM350 for a proper resort.

If you're wondering why hotels at these tourists spots are expensive, the reason is simple — there are more visitors than hotel rooms available

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According to the same Genting Berhad Annual Report, 76% of travellers to Genting were day-trippers, while 24% were hotel guests. If you do the math, that would amount to around 18,870 hotel guests a day.However, there are only roughly 16,000 rooms available in the whole of Genting Highlands, with the majority of 10,500 rooms being owned by Resorts World Genting across seven hotels.That's why if you are thinking of buying a property for investment, there is a huge potential in vacation rental homes.

To meet this growing trend, Tropicana Corporation Berhad has come up with the Tropicana Journey Collection, a collection of resort-style properties in Genting Highlands and Langkawi:

TwinPines Serviced Suites, Tropicana Grandhill, Genting Highlands

Tropicana Grandhills, located just 10 minutes from Awana Skyway and Genting Premium Outlets, is a 112-acre mixed development that will feature residences, commercial and wellness hubs, an international school, an adventure park, and a silver hair village for older folks looking for a relaxing place to retire.Their first project, TwinPines Serviced Suites, is 3,000 ft above sea level, offering fully furnished units ranging from 379 sq ft to 1,330 sq ft, with a starting price of RM360,000.

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One of the unique features of these residences is that they come with a daybed right beside the windows. This is great for lounging or can even be an extra bed for an additional guest. Besides that, Tropicana has designed these units with travellers in mind, with basic kitchen necessities and even a washing machine provided. The residence also comes with unique facilities like an outdoor heated pool.View the virtual showroom for the studio unit and two-bedroom unit.

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Assana Serviced Suites, Tropicana Cenang, Langkawi

Tropicana Cenang is located along Pantai Cenang and overlooks the Andaman Sea.
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On the other hand, Tropicana Cenang is located right beside the most happening tourist strip in Langkawi, a.k.a. Pantai Cenang. It will boast a 5-star hotel, retail options, and residences catered for vacation rentals.

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Its first project, Assana Serviced Suites comes fully furnished, with a functioning kitchen and access to lots of resort-like facilities. The unique thing about this residence is that each unit gets a sea view, and residents or guests can enjoy an infinity pool directly facing the Andaman Sea.

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Units range from 380 sq ft to 1,310 sq ft, with a starting price of RM457,000.Besides being fully furnished, the main attraction for Assana Serviced Suites is its strategic location along the Pantai Cenang strip, with direct access to the beach. The residence is also a short drive from Langkawi International Airport, which makes it convenient for incoming tourists and travellers.Take a look at the show unit for Assana Serviced Suites.

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What's great about investing in a property in Tropicana Grandhills or Tropicana Cenang is that they both come with property management services.That means they will handle everything from booking visitors to housekeeping, while providing additional concierge services and more.

All in all, vacation rental homes have become a growing trend and viable investment option. If you are thinking of buying a holiday home, the Tropicana Journey Collection is a great place to start.


‘Ayah Long’ Trending Di Twitter, Dikecam Netizen Sebab Adat Makan Dirumahnya

Tak sangka rupanya masih ada lagi orang yang buat peraturan lelaki kena makan dulu sebelum perempuan dan lepas makan tak payah cuci pinggan.

Baru-baru ini, tular di laman sosial Twitter berkenaan satu tweet daripada lelaki ini yang menimbulkan kemarahan netizen. Agaknya kenapa ramai yang kecam dia ya?Hasil tinjauan mendapati lelaki ini telah memuat naik gambar hidangan di atas meja makan dan meletakkan empat rules semasa makan di rumah lelaki yang dipanggil 'Ayah Long'.Berikut di bawah adalah tweet daripada lelaki berkenaan:

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Susulan dari tweet itu, ramai netizen yang naik marah dan tak puas hati dengan adat yang merepek tersebut

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No wonder ramai yang naik angin. Kalau nak diikutkan, peraturan yang lelaki ini letakkan adalah small things yang rasanya tidak perlu pun tunggu wanita atau isteri yang siapkan semua. Mungkin ada sesetengah pihak akan berkata itu semua adalah tugas isteri. Namun, bukankah lebih baik jika si suami sama-sama tolong untuk memudahkan urusan masing-masing?Contohnya, zaman sekarang kita semua basuh tangan di sinki sahaja, tak perlu sediakan air basuh tangan. Isu basuh pinggan pula, itu adalah rasa tanggungjawab sendiri. Tidak salah kalau isteri sudah masak dan hidangkan makanan, suami pula tolong basuh pinggan mangkuk.

"Tak gentle. Normalise sharing household responsibilities and helping one another regardless of gender. I said what i said" - Netizen

Rata-rata netizen tidak bersetuju dengan peraturan yang lelaki ini kongsikan. Mereka berpendapat yang peraturan ini seolah-olah seperti menghambakan kaum wanita.Antara komen menarik daripada netizen di Twitter:

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Mungkin masih ada yang practice adat macam ini dalam keluarga, apa pun itu terpulang kepada pendapat masing-masing. Hm.. pendapat korang pula macam mana?

LIKE Facebook dan follow Twitter SAYS SEISMIK dan temui segala cerita mesti kongsi sekarang!

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Remaja Lelaki Ini Viral Selepas Dedah Nama Penuh Macam Orang Jepun. Rare!

Kalau kita dengar nama seseorang itu agak unik, mesti kita rasa dia ada darah kacukan mana-mana negara bukan?

Tetapi, berbeza pula dengan remaja lelaki ini, di mana dia tular di laman media Twitter beberapa hari lalu kerana namanya yang rare!Dia telah memuat naik satu ciapan balas kepada seorang lagi pengguna Twitter apabila pengguna tersebut bertanya berapa ramai orang biasa yang nama mereka sama macam artis atau ahli politik dan bagaimana perasaan mereka membawa nama tersebut.Selepas itu, remaja lelaki tersebut telah membalas ciapan itu dengan memuat naik kad pengenalannya, sekali gus menarik perhatian netizen.Lihat ciapan penuh di bawah:

How about my name? Parent pure Melayu tiba² bagi nama Jepun pic.twitter.com/ndYn3OyhXQ— AfiqAziz (@rhuichiar) November 5, 2020

"Ayah tak ada idea" - Afiq Rhuichi Yoshiyuki Bin Abdul Aziz

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Menurut remaja lelaki yang mesra dipanggil Afiq itu, kedua ibu bapanya adalah seratus peratus Melayu asli dan tiada darah kacukan Jepun sama sekali.Nama tersebut diberikan oleh kawan kepada bapanya yang menetap di Jepun, dan menurut sumber, dia juga memberitahu namanya itu membawa maksud yang baik dalam bahasa Jepun."Masa nak letak nama saya tu ayah tak ada idea, jadi dia minta pendapat kawan dia yang tinggal di Jepun. Lepas itu dia cadangkan nama tersebut."Saya lahir tahun naga. Jadi, maksud nama saya Rhuichi Yoshiyuki itu naga yang gagah perkasa," katanya.

Terima pelbagai reaksi dan komen daripada netizen di Twitter

Susulan tularnya ciapan Afiq yang sehingga kini meraih lebih 9,100 likes dan 5,000 retweets di Twitter, ramai yang mengatakan namanya style dan cool.Tidak kurang juga, ada yang terfikir bagaimana nama anaknya nanti, bagaimana kalau dia bergaduh dengan kawan-kawan, dan macam-macam lagi.Mempunyai nama yang unik pastinya membuatkan Afiq menjadi tumpuan dalam kalangan kawan-kawannya dan di sekolah. Adik perempuannya juga diberi nama Jepun iaitu Ayuni Erika Onnayuki Binti Abdul Aziz.Antara komen menarik daripada netizen di Twitter:

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Groomer Is The Ultimate Cat Whisperer When He Calms Demon Cat Into An Angel Within Minutes

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It can be quite the challenge for cat owners to find a grooming service that can handle the tantrums of their felines.
However, spicy kitties are no match for this groomer, who seems to have the 'magic touch' with difficult clients.

Professional groomer and owner of Kaka Cat House, Anas Abu Amsyar, has a proven track record for taming feisty felines. Many of his clients' owners have travelled across Malaysia just for his services.He posted a TikTok on 29 October, demonstrating how he handled a particularly spicy feline named Eva, whose owner travelled from Damansara, Selangor, all the way to his shop in Penang.In the video, Eva puts up an impressive fight against Anas, clearly adverse to the idea of being groomed.However, Anas did not give up and allowed the cat to swat and hiss at him, while he used a soothing voice to try and calm the feline down.Finally, when he saw an opportunity, Anas quickly immobilised Eva by holding the cat at the back of her neck, applying gentle but firm pressure to keep her in place.

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Once Eva stopped moving, Anas proceeded to gently scoop the cat up and cradle her in his arms, whispering to Eva in a sweet voice.
And just like that, the fierce kitty became a calm one.

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Having successfully tamed Eva, Anas proceeded with the grooming session. Impressively, Anas was able to give the spicy Eva a bath, where she can be seen allowing him to wash her belly and face. The groomer also got to sneak in a few kisses and head rubs, showing the progress he made with her.Fully trusting the groomer now, Eva even let Anas give her a blowdrying session, sitting on his lap while he dried her.

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There was even time for Eva to pose for a photo after she was all dried and cleaned, looking like a whole new kitty, inside and out.

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Anas's TikTok demonstrating his cat-whispering prowess on Eva has since gone viral, garnering five million views and 419,000 likes

While many netizens praised Anas for his calm and collected way of handling Eva, others theorised what he did to tame the cat.

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Others sought Anas for some tips on how to deal with their own troublesome kitties.

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You can watch the full video of Eva turning from a fearsome kitty into the sweetest one:

  @kaka.cat.house From Damansara to Penang with Love  #kakacathouse #groomerlife #professionalgroomer #catgroomingpenang #catgroomer #mandikucing #catgroomingmalaysia #petgrooming  Ranggi Metropolis - Wings

Not all cats are spicy and these kitties are here to prove it:

                Cat In Japan Dubbed "The God Of Making Biscuits" Due To His Soothing Baking Skills

He's working hard to fill orders at the bakery.

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                Hilariously Cute, 'Kepoh' Cat Goes Viral For Continuously Staring Into Owner's New CCTV

The cutest staredown.

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                Cat Goes Viral For Looking Like A Dad Who Fell Asleep On The Couch

Floof.

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                Manja Cat Steals Husband From Wife And Has No Shame

More possessive than your ex.

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This App Allows Your Android Devices To Have The Same Alert Feature Like The iPhone 14 Pro

The new iPhone 14 Pro models have revamped their notch. Named Dynamic Island, this versatile feature simultaneously acts as a notification, alert, and activities tool in both design and functionality.

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Instead of a notch, the Dynamic Island offers useful information to all the things that you're doing. These include a tiny thumbnail of album art based on the music you're listening to, AirDrop file transfers, low battery alerts, and many more!A large part of why the Dynamic Island works is due to Apple's new mobile processor, the A16 Bionic Chip, which is exclusive to the iPhone 14 Pro models and the reworked display design.According to TrustedReviews, the positioning of the camera and sensors cutout has slight moved, and the proximity sensors were moved to the back of the display, which is a first for Apple.

And now, thanks to indie developer Jawomo, Android users can have a taste of this feature too!

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The app is called dynamicSpot, and it imitates the look, feel, and features of Apple's Dynamic Island. Not only that, but users will also be able to play around with customisation features such as positioning, size, and even how rounded or not the edges are!You can even change the look, if you want.

Currently, dynamicSpot is available and free to download through Google Play, alongside a pro option as well

The pro options retails at USD4.99 (approximately RM23) and unlocks new features for the app such as being able to show on the lock screen, and added functionality including short and long press actions.However, do keep in mind that the app is currently in beta, so if you use it and find any bugs, it's probably a good idea to leave feedback!

Finally, here's a comparison of how the two notifications and alerts feature look like side by side

Dynamic Island (left) & dynamicSpot (right)
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Android users who want to try out the app can download it here

If you're planning to save up for an iPhone 14 Pro, you're probably gonna have to work quite a bit for it. Here's why:

                "It's Too Expensive" — Report Asserts Malaysians Need To Work 29 Days To Buy iPhone 14 Pro

The information was provided in respect to the base version of the iPhone 14 Pro.

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Survey Reveals Malaysian Mums' Top Concerns About Maternal Milk & Formula Powder For Kids

Do you worry about whether your formula milk is authentic and safe? Well, now you can trace the full journey from source with Friso Gold TrackEasy.

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Times are changing for the better. While our parents perhaps didn't give too much thought to food safety, these days it's a key concern for many.From source and process to our table and tummies, we want to know where our food came from, and how safe and nutritious it really is.People all over the world are beginning to take more caution in understanding the source of their food, this includes maternal milk powder and formulated milk powder for children.

Studies have indicated that there is a rising global concern in food source transparency. Parents, particularly mums, expect brands to be more transparent in showing milk authenticity, safety, and quality of product.

In fact, a recent survey* on concerns and expectations that Malaysian mums have regarding formulated milk powder for children and maternal milk powder products revealed interesting findings.

*Survey conducted by theAsianparent between December 2019-February 2020.

Here's what we learned from the survey:

1. Mums feel information available on packaging is insufficient and want to know more

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Statistics reveal:- 96% want to know about the quality check process during food production- 96% are concerned about the quality check process at the food source- 92% want details on the types of quality control

2. Quality control, authenticity, and the quality check process are the top three things mums want to trace

73% of mums are seeking info on the types of quality control, 72% on the authenticity of product, and 71% over the quality check process at both the source and during the process.

3. Meanwhile, 91% state their key reason for seeking information is for reassurance that the product is safe to consume

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85% of respondents revealed they're looking for reassurance that the product is genuine, rather than an imitation. And 78% want confirmation that the quality of the product is assured.

4. Finally, 99% of mums say they would trust a brand more if products are good quality and pass stringent quality control processes

In response to these concerns, Friso is launching the first and only smart packaging innovation

TrackEasy Milk Traceability System allows parents to track the full journey of Frisomum Gold and Friso Gold, from the source to their home. That way mums and dads can be sure they’re delivering the best natural nutrition to their children.

Image via Friso Gold

The smart packaging innovation consists of a QR code at the bottom of the 900g tins. By scanning the code, parents can track the full journey of their milk.This begins by showing the Netherlands-owned farms, followed by milk collection, packaging, and final quality checks. From there, you get to see the export approval date and in-market port arrival date, before your tin of milk made it's way to you. Isn't that incredible? :O It's a great way to give parents peace of mind in the knowledge that the nutrition they give their children is truly safe, authentic, and high quality.

Food safety is so important and by providing full transparency of their quality control measures, Friso is definitely helping parents make informed decisions for their children's nutrition

There's even a virtual launch happening and it sounds so fun!

Hosted by Aishah Sinclair, you can learn more about this groundbreaking new TrackEasy Milk Traceability System, as well as take part in activities and win amazing prizes!Take note of the details:Location: Live stream on YouTube Live and Facebook LiveTime: 10pmDate: 20 June 2020

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'Like' Friso Gold on Facebook and subscribe to the  official YouTube channel to catch the virtual launch on Saturday, 20 June at 10pm!

Friso Gold milk products are available on Shopee and Lazada.Click here to get a FREE sample today!

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An Out Of Control Proton Perdana Crashed And Caused The Death Of A Man In Shah Alam

In a tragedy that happened on Saturday, 26 September, an engineer was killed while his wife and two children were injured when the car they were travelling in was hit by a car believed to have lost control

According to a report in Sinar Harian, the accident happened at Persiaran Tun Teja.The victim, identified as Ahmad Safwan Sulin, 32, was pronounced dead at about 3.45pm yesterday.

In the accident, the Proton Perdana driven by a 36-year-old man lost control and collided with the Perodua Aruz driven by the victim

"The collision caused the victim severe trauma and he was pronounced dead at the scene, while his wife and their two children were injured," Shah Alam District Police Chief ACP Baharudin Mat Taib said today, 27 September.

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The victim's two children, who were injured, are aged three and five

According to ACP Baharudin, the victim's body was sent to Tengku Ampuan Rahimah Hospital (Klang General Hospital) and the victim's wife and children were rushed to Shah Alam Hospital.

Meanwhile, police have taken blood samples of the driver

The driver of the Proton Perdana is currently in the red zone of the Klang General Hospital.His blood samples were taken for alcohol and drug screening tests."Investigations are still underway and the case is being investigated under Section 41 (1) of the Road Transport Act 1987," ACP Baharudin said.

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