8 things to know if you’re travelling during the long weekends this month

With so many public holidays happening in September, Malaysians are looking forward to the long consecutive weekends.
Hence, Malaysia Airports is expecting an average of 160,000 daily passengers moving through KLIA during this peak travel period.
To help manage the increased number of travellers, the airport operator has put in place a 1,000 strong volunteer staff and released a travel advisory for passengers coming through their airports.
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1. Double check latest flight schedules from respective airlines
With the upcoming National Day, the KLIA airspace will be closed between 9am to 10.30am from 27 to 31 August 2019 to make way for the National Day rehearsals and celebration.
About 85 flights are expected to be affected by the closure.
2. Arrive at least four hours before your flight departure time
Although most systems are back up again after the systems disruptions last week, passengers are still advised to arrive early in order to be at the boarding gate on time.
3. Utilise the available automated processes whenever possible such as web check-in and self baggage drop.
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Considering the high volume of travellers, utilising automated processes will help reduce queues and get you to your boarding gate quicker.
4. Be mindful of traffic rules within the airport area
Drivers heading to KUL are reminded to adhere strictly to the 2-minute pick-up and drop off time at the kerbside to avoid traffic congestion.
For those who need to wait and pick-up passengers, there are 30-minute free parking spots at the 5,000-bay Long Term Car Park (LTCP).
5. Utilise public transport as much as possible.
It only takes about 30 minutes by KLIA Express to get to KUL and the train leaves every 15 minutes.
6. Look for Airport CARE Ambassadors or any airport staff for further assistance.
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These personnel are easily recognisable through the “Ask Me” sash or the neon yellow vest that they have on.
7. Take advantage of the shuttle service.
If you are passing through KLIA Main Terminal, try taking the shuttle buses instead of the Aerotrain for a less crowded, fast, convenient and scenic alternative.
The shuttle buses run continuously 24/7 between the contact pier and satellite building.
8. Washroom full/cleaning? Use the next one.
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Keep a lookout for the signage on nearest available washrooms if the one you visit is full or being cleaned.
There are a total of 238 toilets and 55 surau at both KLIA terminals for the convenience of passengers.
Selamat Hari Kebangsaan and Salam Awal Muharram. Happy travelling, everyone!


[Watch] “Raya Or CNY?” DOLLA And Hael Husaini’s New Song ‘Suara Lebaran Kita’ Confuses Netizens

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Previously, TV3’s new Raya song Seikhlas Hati performed by local rock band Sekumpulan Orang Gila (SOOG) and Shila Amzah received a mixed reception.

The upbeat ‘Screamo’ rock song stood out because it even had a flute solo. Netizens praised the song for giving a different Raya feel although it also turned away those who preferred the classics.
READ MORE: [Watch] TV3’s New Raya Song Features ‘Screamo’ Rock With Flute Solo, Causes Mixed Reactions
Local girl group DOLLA and singer Hael Husaini also recently released a new Raya song with different vibes titled Suara Lebaran Kita.
The music video showed DOLLA members in red-themed outfits while Hael Husaini wore Baju Melayu, and at times, he changed into modern clothes for some of the scenes.

The theme and concept of the music video confused some viewers who felt it looked and sounded more like a Chinese New Year or Christmas song.
Some netizens said they preferred DOLLA’s Raya song that was released last year titled Raya Raya Raya.
Some netizens also felt that Raya is no longer celebrated the way it used to be.

Despite the criticisms, some liked the new Raya tune and said it gave off Kpop group Red Velvet vibes.
They appreciate that the singers tried to make the song versatile, unique and relatable to all Malaysians.
The new beat was also refreshing and catchy for some netizens although the Raya vibes weren’t apparent.
Listeners who watched the music video to the end explained that the concept of the song and video encompassed everyone’s feelings about being able to celebrate the festivities now when they couldn’t for the past few years due to the pandemic.

Who are DOLLA and Hael Husaini?
DOLLA is an all-girl group comprising Sabronzo, Tabby, Angel, and Syasya. The group is popular for their signature dance-pop style and has released hits such as Dolla Make You Wanna and Impikan/ Watch Me Glow.
The group was also featured on the popular billboard in New York’s Times Square in 2021 as part of Spotify’s EQUAL campaign.
READ MORE: M’sian Girl Group DOLLA Featured On Huge Billboard In New York’s Times Square
READ MORE: DOLLA’s New Single Berani, Is Now Available In Spatial Audio
Hael Husaini first debuted in the talent show One In A Million in 2006 and was once tutored by Malaysian songstress Jaclyn Victor.
He gained prominence after winning second place with Azhar Osman in Akademi Fantasia Season 10. They performed as the group duo, Azhael, with their song Hentian Terakhir.
In 2017, Hael Husaini exited the group Azhael and pursued a solo music career.

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Litterbugs Caught After Authorities Found Their Address At Illegal Garbage Dump

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It appears that a household in Melaka got a free “Pendidikan Moral” lesson after they were tracked down and fined by authorities for allegedly littering somewhere they’re clearly not supposed to.

Several viral images captured scenes of authorities investigating an empty plot of land which had unfortunately become an illegal dumping ground filled with all manner of garbage.
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Unsurprisingly, the area already had a sign post erected which warns against littering.
The sign read that the plot of land was only to be used by night markets or pasar malam traders to dispose of their waste – A fine of RM500 would be charged to anyone who broke the rule.
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Pictures shared on social media showed authorities rummaging through the garbage before supposedly identifying the alleged culprit from a discarded delivery package addressed to a “75450” Melaka postcode.
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A final image which indicated that it was captured on 7 February 2021, showed authorities confronting the alleged litterbugs for their offence.
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Overall, netizens had ruled that pollution was a serious crime and that the culprits got what they deserve.
Totally deserves it— #theidiotsareloose (@kptanb) February 8, 2021
Normalize this kind of compound— Shafuan (@skufiang) February 8, 2021
My wife goes around the neighbourhood every other morning while I do my morning runs, picking up garbage thrown by irresponsible people and by the time I’m done, she can on most days collect 3 bags full of trash 😑. I really abhor people like these!— Nick Arthur (@TwoSpd) February 8, 2021
Dirty habits die hard?
In 2019, Housing and Local Government Minister Datuk Zuraida Kamaruddin claimed that Malaysia’s attitude to keeping our environment clean was dismal – revealing that 60% of the country’s 35 million inhabitants fail to use garbage bins that have been provided to properly dispose of waste.
However, according to the Department of Statistics (DOSM), Malaysia saw a small victory in 2019 when the nation’s recycling rate reached 28% compared to 24% in 2018. But our recycling capabilities are still said to be trailing behind other Asian countries like South Korea and our neighbour Singapore who’s recycling rate were recorded at 53% and 34% respectively.
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RM10,000 Station Bench? This Malaysian Couple’s Design Will Be Implemented At MRT Putrajaya  Line Underground Stations

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When husband and wife team Jaihar Jailani Ismail and Noor Syahidah Abdullah submitted their design to the TRANSEAT – MRT Putrajaya Line Underground Stations Bench Design Competition, never did they expect to be the grand prize winners to bring home RM10,000 in prize money.

But that’s exactly what happened!
The winning RM10,000 MRT station bench
Infinity Bench (Credit: MRT Corp)
The dynamic duo’s winning bench design, Infinity Bench, was created to complement the architectural design of the MRT Putrajaya Line stations. Freelance industrial designer Jaihar and academician Noor Syahidah also took into consideration the many functional aspects needed for a bench in an MRT station.
“The Infinity Bench is an inclusive social bench that promotes design, art and culture,” said Jaihar.
The end product is a simple grey bench with clean lines imbued with a splash of yellow, which gives this writer Star Trek vibes for some reason.
MRT Corp’s MRT Putrajaya Line Project Director Datuk Amiruddin Ma’aris was also clearly vibing with this Infinity Bench design, commending the winning couple’s ability to successfully integrated elements of aesthetics, practicality and functionality.
(third from left) Jaihar Jailani Ismail and Noor Syahidah Abdullah explaining on their winning bench design dubbed “Infinity” to MRT Corp Chief Executive Officer Datuk Mohd Zarif Hashim, with (far right) MRT Putrajaya Line Project Director Dato’ Amiruddin Ma’aris looking on.(Credit: MRT Corp)
In deciding the winning design for the competition, it is important for it to be safe, sturdy and tough for heavy use at a busy MRT station. The designs proposed need to be able to have these key features.MRT Corp’s MRT Putrajaya Line Project Director Datuk Amiruddin Ma’aris
TRANSEAT, which ran from 1 June 2020 till 30 July 2020, saw a total submission of 569 designs from 352 participants. The participants were made up of professionals, students and even general members of the public.
Besides taking home that sweet RM10,000 cash prize, Jaihar and Noor Syahidah’s bench will also be installed at 8 MRT Putrajaya Line underground stations for weary travellers to rest while waiting for their train.
Of course, the two are absolutely delighted by the win and expressed their gratitude to MRT Corp, MRM and PEREKA for the opportunity to put forward their design ideas and philosophy, through the creation of the Infinity Bench design.
What’s the MRT Putrajaya Line anyway?
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Some of you eagle-eyed Malaysians may have already noticed the construction of this new MRT line but we wouldn’t blame you for being confused by all the dizzying construction going on around in Klang Valley.
The Putrajaya Line (previously known as Sungai Buloh-Serdang-Putrajaya Line) is the second line of the KVMRT Project to be developed.
Stretching from Kwasa Damansara to Putrajaya with 36 operational stations, it aims to serve a population of around 2 million people. So far, the plan is to have 27 elevated and 9 underground stations. A further 4 stations have been provided for the future.
Proposed MRT Putrajaya Line Stations(Credit: MRT Corp)
There will be 10 interchange stations and connecting stations for commuters to transfer from the Putrajaya Line to existing and future rail lines including KL Monorail, KTM, KLIA Express, LRT Sri Petaling Line and LRT Kelana Jaya Line.
Based on the MRT website, construction of the section for Phase One operations from Kwasa Damansara to Kampung Batu will be completed in July 2021 and begin operations in August 2021.

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Cops To Summon Man Seen In Video Vandalising Deepavali Kolam At A KPJ Hospital

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Police are investigating a man for purposely destroying a Deepavali “kolam” as seen in a viral video, at the KPJ Klang Specialist Hospital.

According to North Klang OCPD Asst Comm S. Vijaya Rao, the man in the video, will be summoned to the police station today to have his statement recorded.
The man was recently seen in a TikTok video stepping on a “kolam” and purposely vandalising it. Some netizens claimed he was a KPJ staff.
In response to the incident, KPJ Klang issued a statement saying that the hospital was aware of the video allegedly depicting its staff destroying the “kolam”.
“He will be called in to give his statement on Monday (today). We urge the public to be careful with their behaviour and to not do anything that would disrupt national harmony,” Rao was quoted as saying by The Star.
In response to the incident, KPJ Klang issued a statement saying that the hospital is aware of the video depicting its staff destroying the kolam.
“KPJ Klang does not condone any act of disrespect among its staff within the compound of the hospital.
“We have launched an internal investigation into the video and stern actions will be taken should our staff is involved,” read the statement.

Inside the now-viral video, a man clad in a blue baju Melayu complete with a songkok and a sampin was seen purposely stepping on a Deepavali kolam believed to be at KPJ Klang hospital compound.
Several of his friends were heard laughing while he stepped on the decoration.

READ MORE: Kolam Are Not Just For Decorations, They Are Messages Engrained In The Circle Of Light

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80-Year-Old Woman Lost Her Savings Despite Not Using Online Banking At All

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An 80-year-old woman was shocked to find only RM19 left in her account when she went to the bank to withdraw money.

The woman’s son, Azleen Abdul Rahim, shared the incident on social media.
The posting was widely shared, as many netizens had a similar experience.
Last 2 weeks my colleagues lost her savings total RM18k from Maybank. Left balance RM9. Didn't click any link, never receive any tac no, didn't share her user id and password to anyone even though her own husband. Keep money in the bank not safe, keep in house also not safe. 😓— Divager's Sister Forever (@DeathIsSure2810) October 24, 2022
Azleen emphasized that although his mother’s bank account had a debit card, it was only used to withdraw money.
There was no e-banking set up, and no e-wallet or online shopping platform linked to the account.
Therefore, he did not understand how the money was stolen.
The man said that when his mother went to the bank to withdraw money a few days ago, she found that her account had insufficient balance.
The original five-figure deposit was reduced to only RM19, and the mother had not received any notice in advance.
After we asked customer service, we learned that my mother’s deposit was transferred through online transactions. My mother’s bank account was not set up with e-banking, nor was it bound to e-banking or other online trading platforms, and she had never received any bank SMS notification.The woman’s son, Azleen Abdul Rahim, on why the loss was so shocking.
Upon further checking, the bank told Azleen’s mother that there were some unknown transactions for e-wallets and online shopping.
At the same time, he also thanked the bank for being helpful.
They've walked through every single transaction and explained to her slowly about this incident. Tomorrow, after her 2nd session with the Bank Islam team to conclude the investigation at the bank level, she will lodge a police report and leave this matter to the police.— Azleen Abdul Rahim (@azleenabdrahim_) October 25, 2022
Some netizens expressed their views that others may have set up online banking for the account without the man or his mother knowing.
If it is an online transaction, others may have set her account up as electronic banking to obtain the TAC code.
Netizens said that as long as anyone got hold of the senior citizen’s debit card and PIN code, they could update the mobile phone number on the ATM, set up an electronic bank, and obtain the TAC code for online transfer.
Azleen said he had contacted the bank for further information and would report to the National Scam Response Centre (NSRC) so that the authorities would investigate.
Scammers always have ways to trick you. Be careful with ads on social media. It may be a scam that can lead to theft of personal information and loss of money!If in doubt, call your bank or the National Scam Response Center (NSRC) 997 hotline ☎#AmaranScam #PenipuanKewangan pic.twitter.com/bcwaTGzPf9— Bank Negara Malaysia (@BNM_official) October 21, 2022
Why Is Online Scam Increasing?
Today, fraud has also accelerated and grown even more sophisticated due to the rise of e-commerce, mobile payments, and computing power.
Many of the same technologies that companies rely on to innovate and rapidly introduce new products and services are also being adopted by fraudsters.
READ MORE: More Than RM1.6 Billion Lost To Online Scams Between 2019 And 2021, Says Deputy Minister
The easiest way to become a victim of a bank scam is to share your banking info – such as account numbers, PIN codes and TAC – with someone you don’t know well and trust.
If someone asks for sensitive banking details, proceed with caution.
READ MORE: [Watch] Malaysian Holidaygoer Loses RM28,500, Allegedly Scammed By Online Travel Agency
If the internet connection isn’t secure, and you log in to an unencrypted site — or a site that uses encryption only on the sign-in page — other users on the network can see what you see and send.
They could hijack your session and log in as you.
Public Wi-Fi allow hackers to position themselves between the users and the access point. It allows them to potentially get access to sensitive info sent out by the users – online acc passwords, credit card info, important personal credentials and other sensitive info. 💳🔐 pic.twitter.com/jNtI1KAO8V— LGMS (@MyLGMS) October 20, 2022
If you think this has happened to you, contact your bank immediately to let them know what’s happened and ask if you can get a refund.
Chances are, banks would not reimburse you if you’ve transferred money to someone because of a scam.
Nevertheless, banks have been facing increasing pressure to improve their security.
Over the last month, we have received multiple complaints from victims of online banking scams. Today, we have sent out a letter to the Association of Banks in Malaysia requesting them to provide more countermeasures against bank-related cyber scams. pic.twitter.com/ukUwnGb8yg— Charles Santiago (@mpklang) September 19, 2022
As such, government agencies such as the newly created NSRC would be a good option for you to potentially recover money from a scammer.

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How Lazada Is Helping Malaysians Bring Ramadan And Raya Festivities Home

At the time of writing, Malaysians have already spent half of the fasting month under the Movement Control Order (MCO). Even though the rules on movement have been relaxed recently, the government is still not allowing Malaysians to travel back to their hometowns for Hari Raya.
In short, both Ramadan and Raya this year will be very different for all of us.

But Ramadan and Raya must go on

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It is true that there will be less variety for buka puasa; and Raya will be less festive. But we still need to break fast, and we should all continue to observe the first day of Syawal.
The best way to do it is to bring both the Ramadan and Raya festivities home; and share the celebrations with the family or friends whom we live with. This way, we can ensure our health as well as the safety of those we care about most.

Lazada’s Salam Mubarak campaign aims at helping Malaysians to bring the festivities home

According to Lazada, the idea behind their Ramadan and Raya campaign is to encourage Malaysians to continue staying at home as much as possible. The e-commerce site has increased their offerings during the Ramadan period, so that we can all get our shopping done without having to head out too much.
Lazada had previously onboarded fresh food suppliers to ensure Malaysians can continue to get fresh groceries in a safe and timely manner. This effort will continue throughout the Ramadan and Raya period to help families get supplies for sahur and iftar.

On top of that, they have launched their first food delivery service called Selera Lazada. This initiative is designed to connect small-time F&B operators to a wider customer base. At the same time, it allows Malaysians to enjoy classic Ramadan bazaar food without having to step out of our homes.
The cut off time for Selera Lazada orders is set at 2pm daily, so that vendors have time to prepare and package the food. The hot and fresh food are targeted to reach customers by 7pm, just in time for buka puasa.

To keep people entertained, Lazada is also showing Raya-themed content through their live-streaming platform LazLive. This includes everything from Raya dishes recipe videos, to fashion and beauty reviews.
These shows are hosted by popular food vlogger Azfarheri; and prominent fashion editor and stylist Azreezal Hafidz.

More savings and lower free shipping threshold introduced to make shopping more affordable

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In addition to the seasonal RM1 deals and Flash Sales that Lazada is known for, the e-commerce platform will be giving out more discounts these few days to ease the Raya shopping burden. Here are some of the items on discount:
Gene Martino baju Melayu set – at RM50Losra Velda baju kurung set – at RM99Wardah lip cream – at RM18.88Sweet Heart Paris baby cradle – at RM169Tineco cordless vacuum cleaner – at RM1 (not a typo, by the way)
The free shipping threshold is also lowered from the previous RM15 to RM9 for the current Salam Mubarak campaign. This way, more people can enjoy cheaper online shopping to prepare for the festive season.

A different Ramadan and Raya, but a meaningful one nonetheless

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Ramadan and Raya may be quieter this year due to the country’s situation, but it does not stop us from making it a meaningful one just like previous years. Faith, family, and health are the three most important things – and we are fortunate enough to have all three with us.
Take this chance to build stronger bonds (silaturrahim) with loved ones, stay home, and stay healthy.

This article was made possible by the Lazada team, who will continue to support Malaysians throughout the Ramadan and Raya period, because #LazadaTemanYou.

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[Watch] Father Accepting Deceased Daughter’s Certificate At UiTM Convocation Ceremony Has Malaysians In Tears

Dengue fever is not a stranger to Malaysians, most of whom have suffered it themselves or at least had a family member or friend who has been sick with it before. It’s so common, that most Malaysians don’t pay much heed to it.
However, a video shared on Twitter recently has reminded us how deadly dengue can actually be.
The 30-second video shared by @Dzarah shows her father stepping up onto the stage during a UiTM convocation ceremony to receive a certificate.
While most convocation ceremonies would be filled with joy, this was a rather sombre one due to the fact she that her dad wasn’t accepting the certificate for himself, but instead, he was accepting the certificate in the place of his daughter who had passed away before her graduation.

My dad tried his best to be strong but deep inside his heart, i know how sad and heart broken he is :’). He lost his little girl in a blink of an eye. We miss her so much and we want you to know that we are so proud of you, our little angel, Allahyarhamah Aina Fatin Ajwa ❤ pic.twitter.com/LPlJcSiDiK
â€” Dzarah’s (@dzarahnafisah) October 16, 2019

According to Dzarah’s tweets, we learned that her sister, Aina Fatin Ajwa had passed away due to dengue shock syndrome (DSS) a.k.a denggi berdarah.
This year, dengue cases in Malaysia have actually reached an all-time high, with almost 80,000 cases and 113 deaths reported between January and August alone.
In moderate dengue fever cases, consuming enough water (and reportedly drinking papaya leaf juice) can flush out the virus and lead to all symptoms disappearing after the fever subsides.

However, in severe cases, the patient’s condition may suddenly deteriorate after a few days of fever; the temperature drops, signs of circulatory failure appear and the patient may then rapidly go into a critical state of shock.
DSS is characterised by bleeding that may appear as tiny spots of blood on the skin (petechiae) and larger patches of blood under the skin (ecchymoses).
This shock can cause death within 12 to 24 hours.
Social media users who were saddened by the tragic story sent their condolences to Dzarah and her family for their loss.

Tanhiah dan takziah , brought tears to my eyes
â€” AmQ (@dramq1217) October 18, 2019

i cried watching this
â€” -.-â€˜ (@jannahsleeps) October 16, 2019

may Allah give you all strength.al fatihah to arwah.
â€” ADIBAH NOOR 🇲🇾🐱 (@adibahnoor) October 18, 2019

Tears dropped the second I watched your father got up on stage. Stay strong, sheâ€™s in a better place now. Al-fatihah
â€” mika (@_mikamyka) October 17, 2019

My sister Nana was her best friend masa diploma dulu. She loves ajwa very much and always missing her. My heart 💔 when see her like that bcs she never show her feelings/emotion in front of our family before. Ajwa is such a lovely girl. Semoga arwah tenang disana.. Aamiin
â€” Sandy 🌹 (@faranfhz) October 18, 2019

Turut sebak ketika menjalankan tugas. Semoga roh arwah di tempatkan dikalangan orang beriman. pic.twitter.com/cdRInv5XVa
— Amirulirfan (@cendawan89) October 17, 2019

“I was also saddened while I was doing my work as the event photographer. I hope your sister is placed among the believers”
We would also like to extend our deepest condolences to Dzarah and her family and urge all our readers to stay safe during this dengue season!
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From Social Butterfly to Social Cannot Fly

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The woes of a social butterfly are best viewed during this time of…well…woe. As a self-realising social butterfly, I spent many of my days of yore with colleagues, many of my nights with friends and family – oftentimes in pubs and bars, lubricating our socialness. Every now and then I’d find myself cajoled to hit a club, speakeasy or just some place everyone becomes friends at some point of the night – laughing boisterously and going home knowing you’ve made more than a few new friends.

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If you’re still following, you might be feeling a sense of nostalgia, generally reserved for childhood memories – and yet, as the world changes around us this very minute, we feel that deep loss of connectivity that we had but mere months ago.
We’re beginning to see technology not just as an aid to our lives, but becoming more and more integrated into the fabric of how we live our lives. Gone are the days where we use social media to see what friends are up to (Let’s face it everyone’s doing the same damned thing at home), we don’t reserve conference calls specifically for overseas dealings anymore, more than that, when have we ever thought having a zoom call with a bunch of friends, to have a “sesh”, be deemed a regular weekend activity.
This is “socializing” now!(Credit: Freepik)
“But they’re loosening regulations across the nation!” I hear you cry. To that I say, you not scared ah?
As a social butterfly, a big part of going out and enjoying a pint or two lay in the activity of making new friends, activated by the fact that everyone is so close to each other in a confined space we’re always just 1 word away from becoming best buds. Some of my most memorable nights have started with simply saying “Cheers” to random strangers – many of whom I now count myself lucky to have met. Now imagine the absurdity of that as we physically distance ourselves in a bar, throw sweet smiles and insinuating gestures, raising our glasses at different gentlemen across multiple tables. Are you picturing the results yet?
Reminiscing about the life of the party (Parent’s are no stranger to this feeling), I hit up my old homies, Ethan Curzon and Yeoh Wai Hong of BATE to talk about what they’d be doing this NYE. Being relatively well-known DJ’s in the country, they’re probably feeling the new-normal’s fingers wrapped around their necks a little more than I do.
Credit: BATE/Facebook
“Imagine spending countless nights playing in a physically enclosed space filled with warm, socially lubricated, elated bodies, the beautifully choreographed lights dancing in and around us, the hiss of the smoke machine inducing an air of mystery as we drop the beat – then imagine us playing to a screen in our own living rooms. That loss of physical energy is something that cannot really be replaced” Ethan tells me as Wai Hong nods in agreement.
“In case you didn’t already know – Heineken Malaysia is putting on a livestream NYE party to help us close off 2020 and part of this plan is to run a Longest Cheers campaign. We may not be able to clink our drinks physically, but we can definitely still do so virtually. It’s more than just connecting people digitally – paired and integrated with this NYE livestream, it’s set to be the future of an alternative space where Malaysians are united in their bonds and love of music – yet able to still be socially lubricated without being creepy!” Wai Hong laughs at our shared sentiment of overcompensating machismo.
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The worst part of this situation has to be the self-inflicted Stockholm Syndrome – you know, when you’re so used to staying home, you begin to think that it’s actually better than hangin’ with the homies.
As Christmas and New Year’s Eve celebrations loom closer, we can only stare ahead, frozen, like a deer in headlights, at what will probably be a very different Christmas and NYE. Fortunately, our friends (That we have accumulated over the years of partying) and family remain by our side, in our pockets, nothing but a few taps of a screen away.
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The commonality across what I’ve learned is that us social butterflies have this void of connectivity that Heineken Malaysia is helping to address with a safe (In all sense of the word, all things considered), digital space that ensures we still have something to look forward to given the circumstances of 2020, and in the process, not lose what it means to be a community that thrives on social interaction.
Heineken Malaysia’s Starclub NYE Live countdown will be be headlined by Dutch DJ duo, W&W, supported by some of Malaysia’s best talents – DJ Blink, BATE and Saint Kylo! The digital event isn’t just about providing you with some of the best music to finally kick 2020 to the curb, but will also feature a fireworks experience and the option to have ice-cold beer delivered right to your doorstep.
4 hours of helping you forget the woes of 2020, on-screen promos will consistently pop-up entitling you to RM30 off on drinkies.my, along with special giveaways of 20 very curated Heineken NYE goodie boxes with exclusive merchandise, Heineken and Heineken 0.0.

The Longest Cheers is going to be one of the few things that you will look at this year, see maybe more than a few familiar faces, and smile a warm and fuzzy smile to yourself every time a friend throws up his glass in a true signal of camaraderie.
Join the Longest Cheers and be a part of the movement HERE and stand a chance to win this Heineken mini home bar!

Don’t forget to set your calendar reminders and catch Heineken Malaysia’s NYE livestream HERE!

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SplashMania Waterpark Presents Drip Drop Music Festival

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SplashMania Waterpark is continuing the wave of fun with its first ever concert aptly titled “Drip Drop” featuring DJs, street performances, fun activities and more!

Happening on 8 July 2023, the neon-themed music festival will see internet sensation, Phei Yong, make his debut behind the turntables. Joining him on the Drip Drop lineup are fan favourites DJ Alexis Grace, Bunkface, Bass Agents, Bate DJ Reeve and DJ K3nji.

Partygoers will bear witness to vibrant performances & entertainment accompanied by a myriad of tantalising food stalls serving delectable local and international cuisine sure to whet one’s appetite.
Tickets are now on sale on the GL Play website and app (available on iOS and Google Play store) until 8 July 2023 with the various packages listed below.
General Admission
Early Bird Second Tier: RM168 (First come first served basis, limited tickets available)
Standard: RM248
VIP Package
Early Bird Second Tier: RM298 (First come first served basis, limited tickets available)
Standard: RM338

1 free beverage
Goodie bag (exclusive merchandises, neon wristband and neon sticks
Designated VIP entry lane
Access to VIP decks which feature premium viewing platforms and VIP bars.

For more information, please visit the GL PLay website and app and stay tuned toSplashMania’s Instagram for more updates.

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12yo KL boy rockets to victory at World Robotics Championship in India

In the latest episode of young Malaysians that bring honour to the country, 12-year-old Danish Irfan Muslim literally built a champion rocket.
The young student from SK Tun Hussein Onn participated in the World Robotics Championship held in India with his father Muslim Tamsir, who is a teacher at the school.
Danish, the winner of Malaysian water rocket championships in 2018 and 2019, took home first place at his first ever international event.

Muslim and Danish.(Picture credit: Facebook)

“India is our first international exposure. We made a good decision to participate in this event.”
Muslim, father and teammate of Danish, to Bernama
The father-son team beat 30 other teams comprised of students from secondary schools, colleges, and universities in the Water Rocket competition.
The 38-year-old Science and IT teacher said that all the materials used in the competition were brought over from Malaysia.

The winners of the Water Rocket category.(Picture credit: Facebook)

â€œWe came to India to gain experience and play for fun. But having won the contest, we feel elated and proud as Malaysians. I am impressed with my sonâ€™s skills,â€
Muslim to Bernama
The winning rocket was built, fixed, and launched ad-hoc, but surprisingly stayed in the air for the longest time at about 11 seconds.

Congratulations to Danish and Muslim for the fantastic effort on the world stage!


3 Hacks To Get Rid Of Disgusting Cockroaches In Your  Car

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For those who own a car, we’ve all been there!

It’s impossible to not eat in your car. Even the smallest of snacks can be the culprit to having a cockroach-infested car. It’s the small little ones that make the hair at the back of our necks stand.
Apart from the conventional way of keeping your car cockroach free (clean the insides regularly with a vacuum), here are some other ways to trap those pesky rascals living rent-free in our cars.
The margarine method
Now this one is actually quite popular. You just need three simple ingredients that you can easily find in your kitchen.
(Credit: @zuriaty_musa / TikTok)
Used cooking oilMargarine or ButterCondensed milk
Mix all of these together in a container and put it in your car. You can put a few of them at the backseat, front seat or even in the boot.
The oil makes it slippery for them to escape and it drowns them in the end.
Leave them for one night or a few days for a more satisfactory result. Then you’ll witness the great massacre of the roaches in pudding form. Yummy!
This is a result of @abuljee leaving the concoction after a week in his car. (Credit: @abuljee / Twitter)
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The spray method
This method just needs an insect repellant.
Do bear in mind that using a spray would leave some odours lingering around for a few days but well, whatever it takes right?
Based on a trick done by fellow Khushairi Borhanudin, he sprayed this insect repellant a few times under his car seats before he goes to bed at night.
The next morning, he found them all dead and viola, the results:
Look at his effort to collect these one by one. Kudos to him!(Credit: Khushairi Borhanudin / Facebook)
However, not all of them are going to magically die in one spot. They’re going to be scattered everywhere. So get your gloves or tweezers ready and start picking them up one by one. This requires a bit of effort.
They look like those small dried shrimps you put in your cooking. Extra yummy!
Another person also recommends putting tissues on the car floors or under the seat before you spray. It could help with the strenuous collecting part.
The bottle method
Based on an accidental discovery of leaving an opened bottle of drink near the seat of her car for a few days, this person indirectly made a cockroach trap in her car.
Care for an ice lemon tea with crunch, anyone?(Credit: Sharifah Aishah / Facebook)
The trick is to leave a bit of the drink inside, position the bottle upright (so it makes it harder for them to climb out), and leave it overnight, then hope for the best!
(Credit: Sharifah Aishah / Facebook)
Alternatively, you could also make another bottle trap using a plastic bottle. It’s sort of a DIY method of cutting the bottle and putting some bait. Here’s how.
Cut about a quarter of the top of the bottle and put in some bait like bread, biscuits or whatever snacks you can find. Make a small hole at the cap of the bottle and tape the top part in an inverted way (like a funnel), back into the bottle. Then put it anywhere in your car overnight. Here’s a video to make things easier.

Do bear in mind that not all of these are going to work 100%. Even if you use all of these methods above, not all roaches are going to end up in the trap. There might still be some smart ones hiding in between the seats of your car or at the back of your air conditioners.
It’s really based on your luck and continuous effort too. But it doesn’t hurt to try, right?
We hope some of these tips will work for you guys. Share us the results if they do work out! Which one is the best?
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Shake-Ups in DAP: Tony Pua Retires, Charles Santiago Will Not Defend Klang, #SyahUntukBangi

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DAP has been dropping some big announcements as political parties begin to name their candidates ahead of the 15th General Election’s (GE15) nomination day Nov 5.

Tony Pua is hanging up his hat and will not be defending Damansara.
He made the announcement at a DAP event last night, as reported by The Star.
DAP on Facebook confirmed that its three-term Puchong incumbent Gobind Singh Deo will be heading to Damansara.
Yeo Bee Yin will be leaving her Bakri constituency in Johor to run in Puchong.
With Ong Kian Ming staying out of GE15 as he stated earlier, lawyer Syahredzan Johan has been named as DAP’s candidate for Bangi.
Syahredzan who is a first time election candidate took to Twitter to thank the party leadership and Ong for the trust given to him.
Ong won the Bangi seat in GE14 with a whopping 68,768-vote majority, defeating PAS’ candidate Shafie Ngah, MCA’s Liew Yuen Keong and PRM’s Dennis Wan.
Syahredzan, who is DAP stalwart Lim Kit Siang’s political secretary was previously appointed as Ong’s representative in Bangi and was frequently spotted at the constituency meeting people. At the time, despite Syahredzan downplaying rumours of him running in GE15, social media saw the emergence of the hashtag #SyahUntukBangi.
Another major announcement made by DAP was that it’s Klang incumbent Charles Santiago would not be defending the seat. Just like Gobind, Charles held the seat since 2008 and will now make way for V. Ganabatirau to defend the seat for DAP.
On Twitter, Charles who goes by the handle @mpklang thanked his constituents for an “incredible 15 years”.
“I am deeply grateful for your support and I hope that I have done good by it,” he said.
“My biggest commitment to you, the people of Klang, was to represent you in Parliament; to be your voice. I apologise if I have fallen short but I want you to know I have tried. Deep gratitude to all of you who have been a part of my political journey.”
He also sent good wishes to Ganabatirau, who is also the incumbent Kota Kemuning assemblyman.
“My heartfelt good wishes go out to Ganabatirau Veeraman as he campaigns for your support. On my part, I will be pushing our message to vote out UMNO and all corrupted politicians for Malaysians deserve better. So, let’s stand united. Let’s do this together. Thank you.”
It was a day of surprises from DAP yesterday, as they earlier announced that Wong Tack would not be defending the Bentong seat for the party. Young Syefura Othman was picked for Bentong, and Wong later said he would still be defending the seat as an independent candidate.
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No, You Can’t Hack MySejahtera To Jump The Vaccine Queue

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Special Committee for Ensuring Access to COVID-19 Vaccine Supply (JKJAV) denies that Malaysians can speed up their vaccination process through MySejahtera’s HelpDesk.

After rumours have been circulating on the internet saying that it’s possible to do so by contacting their helpdesk, JKJAV said that the message is fake news.
Please be aware of a FAKE message circulating online regarding a method to receive vaccine appointments sooner. Please do not consult the HelpDesk for this purpose, as it has drowned out authentic complaints sent by the public to MySejahtera.Special Committee for Ensuring Access to COVID-19 Vaccine Supply (JKJAV) via Twitter
In the poster, the Committee also said that appointments will be given out automatically and in stages.
The news was also shared by the Health Ministry on social media.
Terdapat mesej PALSU sedang tersebar tentang jalan pintas untuk mendapatkan janji temu.Orang ramai diminta untuk tidak ke HelpDesk bagi tujuan ini kerana ia menenggelamkan aduan sahih yang dihantar kepada MySejahtera.#LindungDiriLindungSemua#SabarTungguGiliran pic.twitter.com/lSTVsZBEWq— KKMalaysia🇲🇾 (@KKMPutrajaya) July 4, 2021
Malaysians are getting desperate
After the statement was issued online, Malaysians were upset that there are no viable methods for them to get vaccinated although they’ve registered many months ago.
Many have also complained that their MySejahtera app is still stuck at the processing stage and has not given them any vaccination updates despite waiting for months.
Blh jelaskan kenapa kami yg daftar since February 2021 xdpt tarikh lg tp ada artis yg register 1 june dh dpt tarikh? We need explanation! pic.twitter.com/QtBVVvCXh7— ي (@liyayaaaa) July 4, 2021
One user also pointed out that this proves that the rakyat are becoming more anxious with Covid-19 and are desperate to find ways to get vaccinated.
Ini bukti orang ramai dah terdesak nak vaksin. Ramai yang berisiko masih belum terima tarikh. Orang nak cepat. Suruh daftar cepat tapi bagi tarikh punya lembab benor! https://t.co/cv7sEjrXUn— Moh Kita! (@MohKeIpoh) July 4, 2021

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Wanna party in the clouds? Head up to Zouk Genting

High up in cool air of the Titiwangsa mountain range, the much anticipated grand opening of Zouk Genting took place on May 19, taking advantage of the 3-day weekend.

Zouk Genting includes three party venues; the Zouk Genting main stage, as well as the hip-hop club Empire and gaming bar RedTail, both by Zouk.

The main stage is fully decked out with a state-of-the-art sound system by The Void that flows seamlessly together with the 54 x 20 square feet LED screen to set the atmosphere of the club.
On the ceiling are CO2 canisters, infinite lasers, over 1,000 LED lights and a flame unit which will be used for live performances and acrobatic aerialists.

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You can even head upstairs to one of the two Capital suites if a private party is more your style.
The grand opening on Sunday featured a two-hour set by Dutch DJ Fadil El Ghoul, better known by his stage name R3HAB.
R3HAB’s most reknowned tracks to date are “Pump The Party”, “The Bottle Song” and “Prutata” and he’s signed with international DJ and music producer Afrojack’s record company Wall Recordings.

The opening set was performed by local talents BATE, who previously performed at Future Music Festival Asia, Zouk Out, and Itâ€™s The Ship.
BATE previously performed in Melbourne, Seoul, Bangkok, and Singapore, and has supported the likes of Calvin Harris, Dua Lipa, Tiesto, Zedd, and Deadmau5 on tour.
Furthermore, at the end of this month, legendary German DJ Paul van Dyk is performing his latest album Music Rescues Me, his first album since 2015, inspired by his rehabilitation following a near-fatal onstage accident in 2016.

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 PAUL VAN DYK in Zouk Genting: Music Rescues Me Album Tour Catch Paul van Dyk as he plays music to rescue YOU this 31 May at Zouk Genting! Pre-sale tickets available now at https://bit.ly/2JbkN2P #ZoukGenting #ZoukGentingGrandLaunch
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Zouk Genting is located on Level G, SkyAvenue, Resorts World Genting. The Zouk Genting main stage operates every Friday, Saturday, and Eve of Public Holidays from 11pm-5am.
Entrants to the club must be 21 years old and above.
For table reservations, call +6019-390 3738. Limousine services are available at the counter.
For more information, please call + 603 6101 1118 or visit ww.zoukgenting.com or www.rwgenting.com.


Looking For A Trippy Place To Impress Your Date? Try KL’s Museum Of Illusions

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Are you intrigued by the fascinating world of illusions? If the answer is yes, well you’re in luck!

Museum Of Illusions Kuala Lumpur (MOIKL) is opening its doors to the public today (22 June 2022)! After a long two-year pandemic hiatus, they’ve come back stronger with both classic and a few new installations.
The entrance of the museum. (Credit: Melissa Suraya Ismail / TRP)
Originally from Croatia, the Museum of Illusions is also present in 37 locations around the world including New York, Paris, Istanbul, Dubai and many more. They’re also the world’s fastest-growing chain of private museums, FYI.
Here in Kuala Lumpur, there are around 50 exhibits to visit in the museum ranging from optical illusion displays to mind-bending rooms.
Activities Actually Worth Trying
Some of the exhibits that you need to try are the Vortex Tunnel, Infinity Room, Ames Room, Reversed Room, the Color Room, and the Anti-Gravity Room.
The Vortex Tunnel is by far the best experience but it’ll leave you a bit dizzy afterwards. It creates the illusion that the bridge beneath you is shaking while you’re transported to another dimension. It differs according to people but some of you will feel like you’re time travelling or space jumping (just don’t puke afterwards!).
I almost threw up in the Infinity Room here. (Credit: Melissa Suraya Ismail / TRP)
The Infinity Room is a breathtaking space filled with mirrors and tiny little lights that change into beautiful colours. You’ll feel like you’re in infinite space with infinite stars above you. Perfect for that aesthetic OOTD or sweet couple picture.
The Color Room is nothing special but if you wanna feel like the main character in a music video, you can try this one. You’ll have different coloured shadows in this room. The pictures or boomerang here can straight up be the cover of your next album.
The Color Room (left) and the Infinity Room (right).(Credit: Melissa Suraya Ismail / TRP)
The Ames Room is the classic room where you’ll seem like you’re tiny on one side and you’re huge on the other side. You better put your best acting game here so you won’t look awkward while posing in front of the staff that’ll help you take your pictures.
The classic Ames Room. It’s a bit awkward to pose here. (Credit: Melissa Suraya Ismail / TRP)
The Reversed Room will require you to lie down on the ground for a cool I’m-hanging-from-the-ceiling effect. This one requires a bit of stretching and a pose like the ‘side-lying leg raise’ exercise. Good luck with that.
Yea, I had a leg cramp after posing at the Reversed Room (left). The Chair Illusion (right) is just like the Ames effect. (Credit: Melissa Suraya Ismail / TRP)
The Anti-Gravity Room works best if you stand at the entrance at a 45-degree angle, far away from the mirror at the end. You’ll look like you’re tilting like the legendary Micheal Jackson in the mirror! Bust some Smooth Criminal dance moves while you’re at it.
For more awesome photo opportunities, try the Kaleidoscope, Swap Noses (you’ll have a great laugh with this) and Infinity Well.
Get your new creepy and quirky wallpaper with the Kaleidoscope (left) shots. Feel like an alien with the Swap Nose (right) mirror.(Credit: Melissa Suraya Ismail / TRP)
Test Your Brain Power With Puzzles
If you like puzzles, then this is also a great place for you. Not only do they test your eyes here, but they also test your brain with edutainment puzzles.
Try your best to free the desired block from the box (sort of like the Unblock game) and make pyramids or spheres out of wooden puzzle pieces. It’s gonna take you a long time but when you do finish the puzzle, you’ll walk out of the museum feeling like Einstein!
Optical Illusion displays all around the museum. (Credit: Melissa Suraya Ismail / TRP)
Usually, most people would spend an hour and a half or two hours here if you try out all the exhibits.
Take lots of pictures and enjoy your time there!
Museum Of Illusions Kuala Lumpur (MOIKL)
Address: Ansa Hotel 1st&2nd floor, 101 Jalan Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur
Operating Hours: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM (Daily)
Tickets:
Adults (ages 15+): RM 35 (MyKad) / RM 45 (Non-MyKad)Children (ages 5-15): RM 25 (MyKad) / RM 35 (Non-MyKad)Students (with valid student card): RM 30 (MyKad) / RM 40 (Non-MyKad)Seniors (ages 55+): RM 30 (MyKad) / RM 40 (Non-MyKad)
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Education Specialist Suggests Schools Start At 8am

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For the safety of both parents and schoolchildren, Dr Anuar Ahmad, who’s an education specialist from UKM, suggested the Education Ministry consider having schools start at 8am, 30 minutes later than usual.

Schools in Peninsular Malaysia start at 7.30am and this means some families, including teachers, had to get up as early as 4.30am to prepare their children for school and to get to work on time.
Families would have to leave the house early while it’s still dark outside to avoid heavy traffic.
The early school hours also meant it was difficult for those living in rural areas and some of them have to travel by boat in darkness.
School children travel by boat to school. For illustration purposes. Image: TRP File
How will it work?
Dr Anuar Ahmad, an Education Diversity Study Center education specialist from UKM, said the concept of Malaysia Madani and the slogan ‘Murid Ceria, Guru Bahagia, Sekolah Bitara, dan Negara Sejahtera’ can be upheld by changing the start of schooling hours to 8am.
He said the government should be empathetic to the plight of the people who have to get up early to get to school on time.
In the rural areas, young children are forced to go through small trails and muddy roads. Not only that, some of them have to take a boat to school while the sky is still dark.Dr Anuar Ahmad, an Education Diversity Study Center education specialist from UKM
Bright and early! For illustration purposes. Image: Sayuti Zainudin/Malay Mail
Changing the school session to start at 8am provides the opportunity for students to have breakfast with their families instead of rushing out the door without food which results in students starting the day hungry.
In order to carry out the plan smoothly, Dr Ahmad said the Education Ministry can lessen the school session by 15 minutes for the morning and afternoon school sessions.
Since the school starts 30 minutes later, it shouldn’t be an issue if the Education Ministry lessen the morning and afternoon school periods by 15 minutes.Dr Anuar Ahmad, an Education Diversity Study Center education specialist from UKM
He hopes the ministry will take his ideas into consideration for the people’s benefit.
Parents are divided about the idea
Some parents welcomed the suggestion as it’s safer for families to travel to school when it’s already bright outside.
Some who agreed with the idea also want the school syllabus to be revamped to save study time.
Netizens also pointed out that some private schools in Malaysia start their day at 8am.
Those who disagreed are worried that changing the time will make the traffic worse and parents will be late to work.
Some are also worried that the school syllabus can’t be completed if the school session is shortened.

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Government Is Working To Get Stranded Malaysians Home & Needed International Support Amid Covid-19

The government is currently pulling strings to get Malaysians stranded abroad, home following global travel restrictions imposed by a number of nations including our own amid the Covid-19 pandemic.
Currently, the Foreign Ministry (Wisma Putra) is preparing to evacuate more than 300 Malaysian made up of students, medical workers, government officials and those who were working and living in Bangladesh evacuated out of the country.
Flights across the world are being canceled.(Credit: Forbes)
The â€œrescueâ€ mission will be carried out by a Malaysian Airlines (MAB) flight which was given special clearance by the Bangladesh government to enter and leave the country.
According to the Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Hussein, more than 1,000 Malaysian citizens who were stuck in Uzbekistan, Egypt, the Maldives, Nigeria, Thailand, Japan, Cambodia, India, and Iran have been safely brought back.
Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Hussein and MIC President Tan Sri SA Vigneswaran during a live broadcast on March 24.(Credit: Facebook/Hishammuddin Hussein)
Meanwhile, Wisma Putra is still working on negotiating with other countries such as Italy to bring more stranded Malaysians home.
These “arriving” Malaysians are naturally to be placed under strict quarantine procedures, and Wisma Putra is working closely with the Health Ministry (MOH) in order to facilitate these needs.
Malaysian embassies across the world are also working to provide any needed support and accommodations to those who are stranded with nowhere to go and promises that they will be taken care of.
Flexing its foreign relations muscles, Wisma Putra was also tackling to get international support for the country to better stand against the coronavirus outbreak.
Malaysian frontline medical staff fashioning their own personal protective equipment (PPE) out of everyday items.(Credit: Twitter/Facebook)
According to the ministry, China has agreed to hold a special video conference session between medical experts in our two countries to share knowledge, experiences, and strategies to combat Covid-19.
Wisma Putra is also working to get medical supplies and equipment from nations in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to replenish the country’s limited stocks.

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Dr M Now At Bersatu’s Office, Demands The Party To Sack Him In Person

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In a stunning display of badassery, Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad has decided to visit Bersatu’s headquarters – and stayed there – a day after he was sacked by the party.
He posted a video on Twitter showing how helpless the other Bersatu members were when he came into the building, walking nonchalantly into his office despite being sacked yesterday.
With the caption “I’m now at Bersatu headquarters, if you want to fire me, I’ll be here,” Dr Mahathir signals to the party’s upper echelons to man up and fire him.
Saya sekarang di Ibu Pejabat BERSATU, kata nak pecat, saya tunggu di pejabat. pic.twitter.com/n6MKKHCsWl— Dr Mahathir Mohamad (@chedetofficial) May 29, 2020
The party announced on 28 May that Dr Mahathir was no longer part of Bersatu despite being a founding member.
He held the Chairman’s position until he was sacked by the party alongside a few other politicians including his son, Datuk Seri Mukhriz Mahathir.
Say what you want about him but this old man’s guts are beyond compare at this point.

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Malaysian-made Mulan parody pokes fun at local racism

A hilarious parody of the latest live-action Disneyâ€™s reboot of Mulan has Malaysians ROFL-ing.

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The 1-minute-40-second video published on the Steven Bones Everything YouTube channel tells the tale of the aptly named Si Milan and her journey to become a TRUE MALAYSIAN.

 (Image Credit: Screenshot via YouTube)

The satirical clip explores real-life grievances of the Malaysian Chinese community and the trials and tribulations that they face in everyday life.
Approaching the controversial subject of racism through a comical lens, the clip pokes fun at how Chinese Malaysians are constantly asked to return to “Tong San” referring to the Chinese mainland.

(Image Credit: Screenshot via YouTube)

Featuring Malaysian-accented dubbs over the trailer of the Disney movie, the video laments stereotypical tropes common among minority communities in Malaysia, like difficulties entering public universities and not having Bumiputera privileges.

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The video had been making its way around the internet since its debut on July 9.
You can catch the full video here:

Steven Bones Everything also has other absurdly funny videos populating YouTube.
The channel recently made it to the ranks of viral fame when their parody video of another Disney fan favourite, The Lion King also took the internet by storm.


Escalators And Lifts At LRT, MRT And Monorail Stations To Be Repaired By Year End

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Malaysians have complained several times about the broken escalators and lifts at various light rail transit (LRT), mass rapid transit (MRT) and monorail stations.

Hopefully, the latest announcement by Rapid Rail Sdn Bhd is a sign of good things to come for all commuters.
According to Bernama, Rapid Rail has ordered spare parts from the original manufacturer (OEM) in Shanghai, China.
This means repairs would be carried out in stages soon. #Patience
The first batch is expected to arrive this month, the second in mid-November and the third two weeks later.
Among the parts ordered are 87 handrail units and 37 escalator step chain units.
Sri Rampai LRT escalator in June 2022. Image: TRP File
Rapid Rail added that the status of the repair and installation works will be updated via mass media and its social media channels.
As of 14 October, 22 of the 362 elevator units were not functioning, while 49 out of 707 escalators were out of order.
As a long-term measure, Rapid Rail implemented a “condition-based maintenance programme.”
In this programme, regular maintenance will only be performed when there are indicators of decreasing performance of upcoming failures.
In addition, Rapid Rail had ordered 192 handrail units and 22 step chain units that are required at all routes.
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Parliament Speaker Art Harun Walks Out After Petronas Asset Seizure Ruckus Erupted In Dewan Rakyat

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Dewan Rakyat Speaker Datuk Azhar Azizan Harun left the Parliament following a heated argument with several MPs over the rejection to debate the seizure of Petronas assets by self-proclaimed Sulu Sultanate descendants, The Vibes reported.

Azhar, popularly known as Art Harun, earlier refused the motion submitted by Isnaraissah Munirah Majilis (Kota Belud-Warisan), stating that the matter had been discussed at length in the last Dewan Rakyat sitting.
Azhar also denied there was a conflict of interest on the matter as his brother Tan Sri Idrus Harun, was the Attorney-General, saying that “I don’t even speak to him about work. And if anything happens in the Dewan Rakyat which will touch on issues related to him, I will exclude myself from making a decision. Therefore, that is my decision on this.”
This however failed to appease Isnaraissah who continued to call for the issue to be debated, stating that it is a matter of national sovereignty.
The report stated that the argument went on for another 20 minutes before Azhar decided to walk out of the sitting, where he was relieved by Deputy Speaker Datuk Mohd Rashid Hasnon.
Mohd Rashid, who is also the Batu Pahat MP, however, failed to control the heated argument, as Isnaraissah refused to buck down and demanded a date to be set to debate the issue.
“This is the third time I have submitted this motion to be tabled, but it has been rejected all three times. This is about the sovereignty of the country.
“I demand for the speaker to give me a date for this motion to be accepted and debated. Give me a date!” Isnaraissah said in the middle of Energy and Natural Resources Minister Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan’s speech.
As Isnaraissah continued to speak up, Rashid ordered for her to be ejected from the Parliament for two days. However, she refused to leave the Dewan Rakyat while several Pakatan Harapan lawmakers formed a human barricade around her which prevent the Sergeant-at-Arms (bentara) from escorting her out.
Mohd Rashid later retracted his ruling after more and more MPs calls for the decision to be rescinded.
MP Kota Belud refuses to leave the lower house despite being ordered by speaker to do so . She’s suspended for two days . Earlier she fought hard to have a special motion in parliament to discuss the Sulu claim over Sabah. pic.twitter.com/LTe5g3BRor— Melissa Goh (@MelGohCNA) July 18, 2022
Last week, London-based Financial Times reported that the lawyer of the so-called Sulu heirs had seized two of Petronas subsidiaries – Petronas Azerbaijan (Shah Deniz) S.à r.l. and Petronas South Caucasus S.à r.l. – which was reported to be worth more than USD2 billion (RM8.87 billion).
In its reply, Petronas said that it believed that the actions taken against it as “baseless” and that it is “working vigorously to defend its legal position on this matter.”
READ MORE: Petronas: Azerbaijan Asset Seizures Baseless, Legal Defense On Its Way
Meanwhile, de-facto Law Minister Datuk Seri Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar said the cabinet had agreed to set up a special task force to examine, monitor and formulate appropriate legal action to address the issue.
The task force, which will be led by Wan Junaidi, will also comprise Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Abdullah, Attorney-General Tan Sri Idrus Harun, and international arbitration experts.

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Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Malaysian Diplomats Flee Kyiv On Their Own After Chartered Bus Failed To Show Up

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Eight Malaysians and two foreign national dependents embarked on a 782km road trip to escape the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

According to a report by South China Morning Post (SCMP), they were forced to do so after a chartered bus failed to show up amidst intense traffic.
The group escaped in a convoy of four cars and headed towards Lviv, about 80km from the Polish border.
Citing Malaysian government sources with direct knowledge of the matter, SCMP said the bus was supposed to take them from Ukraine to neighbouring Poland.
It was also reported that the Malaysian foreign ministry was criticised for bungling the rescue mission.
Citing official sources, the blame was pinned on senior government officials, including Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri and Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Abdullah.
Critics claimed they failed to act with urgency after receiving Western intelligence in January which informed that a Russian invasion is imminent.
This situation is partly the consequence of having a minister who is so desperate to not fall for Western narrative, he starts believing the nonsense peddled by the other side.A source claiming that Malaysian authorities failed to act on Western intelligence as cited by SCMP.
Menteri kita pandang enteng nyawa diplomat kita di Ukraine“The sources lay particular blame on Prime Minister and Foreign Minister for their dismissive stance towards Western intelligence in January about the imminent Russian invasion.” https://t.co/QrAbiYLmT3— Numan Afifi (@NumanAfifi) February 26, 2022
The direct consequence of “itu naratif Barat” that we always use in these situations almost cost our citizens in #Ukraine “These officials had described the intelligence as a ‘Western narrative’, leading the evacuation mission to become a “cluster f**k”#UkraineRussiaCrisis https://t.co/CnIn0rtfwP— Aaron Denison (@aaron16denison) February 26, 2022
Malaysia dismissed Western intel of an imminent Russian invasion of Ukraine as a "Western narrative". I’ve been shaking my head in disbelief ever since I read this thread. Did Wisma Putra even try to verify the intel before ignoring it? https://t.co/BjhdKX19Yy— joolee 🏴🌻 (@tanjoolee) February 26, 2022
The embassy in Kyiv is led by First Secretary Fadhilah Daud, who is on her first overseas posting.
She was credited for putting the escape plan to motion.
Meanwhile, the prime minister said the goverment will do its best to rescue the stranded Malaysians.

On 24 February, Russia launched a large-scale invasion of Ukraine, its neighbour to the southwest, marking the largest escalation of the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian War that began in 2014
READ MORE: How The Russia-Ukraine Conflict Will Affect Malaysia

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S. Pavithra To Be Recognised As Ipoh City Icon

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After making her name in YouTube, S. Pavitra is now set to be recognised as an Ipoh City Icon by the Ipoh City Council (MBI).

Pavitra will be one of the 10 individuals who will be named as icons for this year.
Ipoh Mayor Datuk Rumaizi Baharin said that Pavitra deserved the recognition as she became an instant household hit after she began uploading cooking videos on the platform with her husband, M.Sugu.
Her cooking videos even caught the attention of Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin.
We will accord recognition to every Ipoh-born, like Tan Sri Michelle Yeoh previously. MBI is honest in its recognition of Pavithra because she is well known and many are now following their cooking recipes.Ipoh Mayor Datuk Rumaizi Baharin via Bernama
Rumaizi said the awards will be officially given out next year as the 32nd Ipoh City Day celebration will be cancelled this year due to Covid-19.
Besides Pavithra, Rumaizi said that MBI has identified 100 individuals from various backgrounds, who would also be recognised as icons in stages.

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Abang delivery works 2 jobs to save for dream home wins praise from the internet

We would all know the struggles we millennials have to face to barely make it in this world.
A simple conversation with your Grab driver would reveal that the majority of them work for Grab get side income to help out with their living expenses.
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Well, on Twitter, one user got the special attention of Twitterjaya when he revealed his intention of proudly owning a home from the money he earns as a delivery boy.
Twitter user @firdausaizat got over 1,900 retweets and 3,300 likes on his Twitter post when he shared that he is Lazada rider by day and GrabFood delivery boy at night.

Saya pagi lazada petang grab food. Doakan saya juga ye guys 😎✌🏼 pic.twitter.com/ZrY1Xh46Cg
â€” FIR (@firdausaizat_) July 11, 2019

In the morning I work with Lazada, in the evening I deliver GrabFood. Pray for me also 😎✌🏻

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OhBulan even highlighted his struggles as a Lazada rider, GrabFood rider, father, husband and son on their website.

Saya melakukan dua pekerjaan ini sebab ingin membeli rumah atas nama sendiri. Sekarang saya, isteri dan anak tinggal di rumah ibu mentua buat seketika.
I work two jobs because I want to buy a house under my own name. Currently, my wife, daughter and I live at my mother-in-laws, but it is only temporary.
Firdaus Aizat via OhBulan
He explicitly detailed how much he makes a month which is around RM3,000 a month (RM2030 from Lazada and about RM800-900 as a GrabFood rider).
RM1,000 is used to save for his dream home monthly.
Firdaus delivers Lazada parcels from 8am to 2pm, then he continues to deliver food for GrabFood till around 8pm or 9pm 6 days a week to earn such an amount.
His spare time is solely for his family and sacrifices his rest for this mission he has embarked on.

Kena korbankan masa rehat.
Have to sacrifice rest.
Firdaus Aizat via OhBulan

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Don’t overwork yourself! Get some rest when you need it. May Allah ease your hard work brothaa
â€” Miraeee (@miraaaaeee) July 11, 2019

be safe on road, dont forget to take care of yourself! All the best 😭
â€” joonie is shiba inu (@taebokkie) July 11, 2019

Some were caring enough that they even reminded him to get insurance.

Dua insurance saya pakai 😁 Kerja risiko macam ni sekelip mata boleh jadi.
â€” FIR (@firdausaizat_) July 13, 2019

Saiful hanif: Be careful on the road. Don’t forget about insurance, so that if anything happens, you can claim
FIR: I have 2 insurances 😄 Risky jobs like this, anything can happen in a blink of an eye.

(Pic Credit: wowmenariknya)

Harap semua masyarakat menghargai khidmat dan tugasan pekerja sebegini.Kalau jumpa bg sedikit air atau gula2.Mereka berpanas berhujan,bersesak kadangkala tiada waktu makan dan rehat.Mereka penghubung dan penyampai brgan dan pesanan.
â€” nazarninetysix (@nazarninetysix) July 14, 2019

Hope the society appreciate their services and the tasks of workers like this.
If you meet them, give them some water or sweets.
They go through rain and shine, rushing sometimes without time to eat or rest.
They are connectors who help deliver messages and things.

Makes you appreciate your delivery boy more now doesn’t it?

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Water Supply To Return Today, Beginning 12 Noon & Will Take 4 Days

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Air Selangor has announced that water restoration to Klang Valley users have begun from 12 noon onwards, with full restoration expected by Wednesday, 9 September.

In a statement released this afternoon, Air Selangor said that a total of four districts have begun receiving water supply.
Efforts to stabilize the water supply distribution system are in full swing to accelerate the process of restoring water supply to the affected areas. Air Selangor expects water supply to fully recover at 6 am, 9 September 2020.Elina Baseri, Head ofCorporate Communications, Air Selangor.
The four-day water supply restoration plans are divided into 3 groups as follows:
Credit: @air_selangor/Twitter
The full list of areas is available on the Air Selangor website (HERE).
Air Selangor has advised that consumers can get water supply through public taps and the Local Service Centres (PKS) which operates 24 hours.

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PELAN PEMULIHAN BEKALAN AIR DI WILAYAH PETALING, KLANG/SHAH ALAM, KUALA SELANGOR, HULU SELANGOR, GOMBAK, KUALA LANGAT DAN KUALA LUMPUR


RM2.32b For Pizza!? Doge & Bit – The Coins Of The Digital World

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The story goes that a hungry man wanted to order two pizzas and paid 10,000 Bitcoins for it. That was in 2010. Today, with the price of a single Bitcoin around RM232,000 and those two pizzas would be worth about RM2.32 billion.

That’s the world of cryptocurrency, or in layman’s terms : Digital Money. Cryptocurrency is a kind of digital currency that uses cryptographic techniques to control its creation.
Bitcoin is the prevailing cryptocurrency, invented in 2008. It took a few years to take off, but when it did, boy oh boy, did it take off. Because of its new concept of decentralisation, most of the financial world was suspicious of Bitcoin at first. As they came to understand the technology behind it and the number of supporters grew, so did the value.
Credit: coindesk
We are still at infancy stage and most people buy the currencies for long-term investment. Some people refer to it as digital gold, where they hold it and wait for the price to appreciate. Right now, it’s more of an investment. People are still not able to trade with it here, like buying things on the Internet and do daily transactions. However, this may happen in the near future. In countries like Japan, people have been using crypto currencies for trading and buying things at shops.Aaron Tang, manager of Luno Malaysia, a crypto currency exchange platform.
The technology that inspired confidence in would-be investors to invest in Bitcoin was the blockchain.
What the heck is blockchain?
 The blockchain’s a publicly distributed ledger to verify transactions, on a massive scale. Every transaction is recorded in many different ledgers and then are compared to one another, making currency manipulation impossible and thus driving up confidence and interest in Bitcoin.
You might have heard that one could “mine” bitcoin for free, but how does that work ?
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Bitcoin can be mined by grouping transactions into a block, the adding it to the blockchain for verification. The reward for doing so is that new Bitcoin is produced for the miner.
Although relatively simple in its early days (you could mine Bitcoin on a simple laptop), Bitcoin mining has become very elaborate and taxing on the processing power of computers, requiring specialised equipment. It also consumes vast amounts of electricity, increasing the overheads and cutting into the profits of mining operations.
Gold Rush – Is it too late to invest ?
Many believed that the rush to invest in Bitcoin caused the price to spike to RM80,000 per bitcoin in late 2017, and the gold rush was over as the prices steadily declined and stabilised between RM15,000 and RM30,000 for months to follow.
However, the price has been skyrocketing for the past year almost tenfold. If you invested 4 months ago, you would have doubled your money. Eight months ago it would have multiplied by a factor of 4.
To say it’s too late to invest and the gold rush is over would be purely speculative.
Because they are relatively easy to create, there are actually hundreds of varieties of cryptocurrencies available for trade, and one of them is Dogecoin.
The meme that made money : Dogecoin
Credit: dogecoin.com
Invented to create a payment system that is instant, fun, and free from traditional banking fees, Dogecoin features the face of the Shiba Inu dog from the popular ‘Doge’ meme as its logo and namesake.
Space X and Tesla CEO, Elon Musk recently tweeted his support with a picture of the Shiba Inu dog planting a Dogecoin flag on the moon with the caption “Literally”, causing the value of Dogecoin to spike.
Credit: @elonmusk/Twitter
Cryptocurrencies in Malaysia
 In Malaysia, digital currencies are not recognised as legal tender. That’s not to say they are illegal, per se. ‘Legal tender’ just refers to the currency used as an official medium of payment. For example, the US dollar is not accepted as legal tender in Malaysia – but that doesn’t mean that it’s illegal for you to use US dollar bills if your retailer accepts them.
Credit: Sayuti Zainudin/Malay Mail
The Malaysian government announced that cryptocurrencies will not be banned.
It is not the intention of the authorities to ban or put a stop on any innovation that is perceived to be beneficial to the public.Ministry of Finance
However, Malaysian government does regulate digital asset exchanges – the cryptocurrency trading platforms have to comply with a set of regulations issued by the Securities Commissions (SC) of Malaysia. These regulations require exchanges to have robust measures in place to protect users and their assets.
Purchasing cryptocurrency is fairly straight forward. You can do so by signing up for an E-Wallet with service providers such as Luno or Poloniex. Once registered, they can facilitate bank transfers or credit card transactions for you to make your purchases at the current market price on their currency exchange platform.
However, for the time being, you still won’t be able to buy pizza with cryptocurrency in Malaysia.

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Wanna Travel Overseas? Soon You May Not Need A MyTravelPass

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The Immigration Department plans to review its MyTravelPass program to allow for more categories of travelers who are not required to apply for travel permits.

FMT quoted Defence Minister Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Hussein who mentioned that the department would bring this to the National Security Council’s (MKN) Covid-19 technical committee.
It’s reported that, so far only these people are allowed to travel without the permit:
those working at Malaysian embassies, their staff and dependentsstudents at international universities with valid student visas and their dependents and also guardians (limited to two people) accompanying students travellingforeigners with long-term passes petroleum and shipping workers who need to sign-on with foreign ships
From 7 October to 10 September of this year, 356,510 applications have been submitted – 208,509 approved and 127,465 rejected, while 6,697 applications were withdrawn by the applicants themselves and 13,000 were currently being processed.
Based on reports from The Star, MyTravelPass makes it easier for Malaysians and foreigners to apply for entry or exit permits during the Covid-19 period.
If you want to apply for MyTravelPass, applications must be made 14 days before travel at https://mtp.imi.gov.my.

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Proton Is Going To Make Free Face Shields For Frontliners Battling Covid-19

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In the battle against Covid-19, one needs to be armed with the right equipment – personal protective equipment (PPE).
Due to sheer volume of PPE required, there was a shortage and the nation witnessed our frontliners crafting their own versions out various materials from trash bags to plastic files.
Thankfully, Malaysians are quite the generous lot and weâ€™ve seen members of the community rise to the occasion. Local designers and prison inmates have begun sewing protective gowns while groups of Malaysians have been making 3D printed face shields.
Now Proton is set to begin production of face shields to help our frontliners battling the infections!
Credit: Yusof Mat Isa/Malay Mail
According to Bernama, the national car maker will begin producing this precious headpiece on 13th April at its headquarters in Shah Alam.
We have the know-how to produce cars. So, we are using that knowledge to produce PPEs to support the brave men and women on the frontline in containing the spread of Covid-19.Datuk Radzaif Mohamed, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Proton Holdings Bhd via Bernama.
Proton’s Shah Alam manufacturing complex.(Credit: Proton)
Staff volunteering for this task are set to produce 60,000 face shields in 20 days, which will then be given to the Health Ministry for free, to be worn by health workers on the frontline.
Proton deputy chief executive officer Datuk Radzaif Mohamed stated they will deliver the face shields in batches and distribute accordingly to the needs of districts as requested by the Health Ministry.
Being a car maker, itâ€™s safe to assume that Proton probably has a few spare vehicles on its hands. So, they will also be loaning 50 Proton X70 cars to the ministry.

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Ahmad Zahid Wants General Election By This Year As LCS Scandal Is Killing BN

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Barisan Nasional (BN) chairman, Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, is confident that the 15th General Election (GE15) will be held this year.

His prediction is despite some expecting it to be held next year due to the littoral combat ship (LCS) controversy linked to the party.
The UMNO president said other indicators also show that GE15 should be held this year and not next year.
We feel that next year is not very suitable to hold GE15 because of the economic factors and the inflation rate that will increase. So I think this year is the most suitable for us to hold it.Umno president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi on why GE should be sooner than later.
He said was speaking during the BN Women’s Convention at the World Trade Center (WTC) in Kuala Lumpur on Sunday (14 August).
Ahmad Zahid added that discussions had been held with top leaders, including the Prime Minister and Umno Vice President Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob.
The Bagan Datuk MP, facing 47 charges, expressed confidence that Ismail Sabri would listen to the advice to hold elections in 2022.
He said the PM should know the time is right because issues that can fuel discontent against BN will continue to arise.

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Preparation Underway
Ahmad Said said BN’s preparation for GE-15 had started at all levels with plans to compete with the ‘underdog’ spirit to ensure that the party machinery does its best to gain voter support.
We must strive for more than what we achieved before. We strive towards being dominant in (GE-15) this time, even though we are an underdog party that is attacked from various angles, especially with the issues that are aimed at us.Umno president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi on BN’s preparedness to face GE.
BN must also be quick to fend off the opposition’s accusations, especially on social media on emerging issues, notably the LCS.
READ MORE: [Watch] Media Tour Leaves More Questions Than Answers In LCS Scandal
Ahmad Zahid warned that the BN machinery cannot wait until the election campaign period to answer the issue.
BN propaganda is reallyyyy trying to spin the LCS story. The hull is rusting while it's in dry dock and it looks like zero equipment has been installed. I hope these videos do more harm for the cause than good. pic.twitter.com/grfvirUemz— crazymalaysian (@crazymalaysian) August 15, 2022
2019 forensic report on LCS project to be declassified after PAC exposes mismanagement of funds.Sorry Ahmad Zahid, but looks like the forensic report will be declassified after all! pic.twitter.com/6Ou9cPHAtA— DAP Malaysia (@dapmalaysia) August 13, 2022
Around 200 protesters held a public demonstration at the SOGO shopping complex in Kuala Lumpur today despite a brief drizzle during the protest. The group demanded the resignation of the Defence Minister, Hishammuddin Hussein over the LCS scandals. August 14, 2022. pic.twitter.com/Qn4PJ4yUbE— jat  (@aizzatnrdn) August 14, 2022
He said BN Women, Youth, Puteri and BN Communications social media (BN Comms) would respond immediately to all the issues raised.
READ MORE: TLDR: An Unfinished Defence Project Worth Billions – What Is The LCS And Why Do Politicians Care So Much About It?
Back In Business
At the same time, Ahmad Zahid revealed that six parties have applied to join Barisan Nasional (BN).
However, the decision will only be made at the BN Supreme Council meeting.
We know that the blue wave is rising again, and BN’s spirit is at its peak. If we are in a state where we are not strong, surely not many people would want to join BN.Umno president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi on BN’s getting more popular.
The former deputy prime minister also confirmed the statement of BN Deputy Chairman Datuk Seri Mohamad Hassan that the coalition will go solo in the 15th General Election (GE15).
While putting an end to its partnership with PAS, the move would ensure BN remains dominant if it wins the election and forms the government later.
#BHnasional PAS masih buka pintu rundingan untuk bekerjasama dengan UMNO hadapi PRU-15 biarpun BN muktamad bergerak solohttps://t.co/RMpiHxF6uI— Penerangan Pas Dengkil Sepang (@DengkilPas) August 14, 2022

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Use Of Travel Agent For Mossy Forest Is Only Temporary, Says Forestry Department

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The use of travel agent services for Mossy Forest Eco-Forest Park in Cameron Highlands is only a temporary measure.

The Pahang Forestry Department (JPNP) said the justification for the implementation is based on the several factors with an emphasis on safety.
Explaining the matter on Facebook, JPNP said there was a landslide incident at the entrance to Mount Brinchang VHF station which is also an access road to Mossy Forest.
The incident happened during the monsoon season in December 2021 which has caused the road to be dangerous to ordinary vehicles and unskilled drivers on the road.
A misty morning at the Mossy Forest. (Credit: Fernando Fong)
JPNP explained that road conditions to TER Mossy Forest, which included landslide prone areas, are not suitable for normal vehicles.
For the safety and comfort of visitors, only rugged vehicles (4WD) can be used to get to Mossy Forest.
At the same time, parking at Mossy Forest is very limited.
For the purpose of traffic control in the area, JPNP recommends that visitors obtain the services of travel agents in the form of car pool.
JPNP has made an announcement to open all ecotourism areas with Permanent Forest Reserve status in Pahang from 7 March.
The car park at the entrance of Mossy Forest. (Credit: Fernando Fong)
Why Travel Agents Are Compulsory
Following the opening, JPNP has informed that visitors who wish to go to Mossy Forest must obtain the services of a travel agent in the Cameron Highlands district.
The use of the services of travel agents will ensure the safety of visitors, especially when passing through high-risk areas (landslides and broken roads).
The requirement had drawn criticism from the public especially budget travellers and those who have their own 4×4 vehicles.
READ MORE: Wanna Visit Cameron Highlands’ Mossy Forest? A Tour Guide Is Now Compulsory
JPNP also clarified that the packages offered by travel agents to Mossy Forest are based on market prices and current demand.
The use of travel agent services to Mossy Forest will no longer be compulsory once the the access road has been repaired by the Public Works Department and is safe to use.
The boardwalk at Mossy Forest allows visitors to explore Mother Nature comfortably. (Credit: Fernando Fong)

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There’s A Malaysian “Car Boot” Sale At KLPAC This Saturday!

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Got any plans for this Saturday? If you haven’t, then bring along your friends or family for a picnic at the park! Or a thrift shopping spree!

(Credit: Kabut In The Park / Facebook)
If you are not familiar with this, ‘Kabut In The Park’ is an event where vendors sell their products from their car boots. Most of them are just everyday people decluttering. From books, old gadgets, and clothes to toys, plants and home ornaments, you can get these goodies for cheap there!
It’s a not-for-profit, one-person initiative car boot yard sales, to help create a circular economy for the Earth by reducing the wastes that go into landfills; giving second life to good condition items.
Happening this Saturday (28 May 2022) at Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Center (klpac) in Sentul Park, the event starts tomorrow from 9 am to 2 pm and there’s no admission fee, it’s a thrift car boot sale, everyone is invited! A portion of the vendor fees’ goes to klpac, to help sustain the building as a non-profit arts organization.
(Credit: Kabut In The Park / Facebook)
With a collaboration with @rimbaintown this time around, Kabut In The Park has around 40 vendors for you to shop till you drop, some activities for playing like batik painting and tie-dye and also some little snacks for you to munch on at selected vendors.
Other than browsing for products at the car boot sale, you can also go on a picnic in the park with your friends or family! They even have picnic mat rentals if you don’t have your own mats.
(Credit: Kabut In The Park / Facebook)
‘Kabut In The Park’ is known to organize frequent car boot sales (this is their 6.1 edition) that started in 2019 where vendors will sell out their knick-knacks or products for cheap. The previous events had vintage cameras, pre-loved clothing, original barbie collections and even carnivorous plants.
The idea is for sellers to get rid of good condition items that no longer spark joy or need, buyers to get a real bargain – and for everybody to be happy; all whilst reducing the waste of these “items” from piling up the landfills. So, even Mother Earth will be happy! All Vendors are carefully selected #konmariwarriors.Evangeline Lim, Founder of Kabut In The Park to TRP
If you’re planning to go, they recommend you bringing your own tumblers, food containers, cutlery, shopping bags and even trolleys! We’re going eco-friendly all the way!
(Credit: Kabut In The Park / Facebook)
P/S: Look out for ‘Free Bins’ at some vendors for you to rummage around and bring home free stuff!
For more info on the event, you can check out their Facebook.

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Study: Genetic mutation lets you sleep just 4.5hrs a night with no side-effects

We get it: life is super busy and everyone complains about having no time.
But what if we could simply just… sleep less?
Researcher Ying-Hui Fu from UC San Francisco and her team have extensively researched families that sleep less than normal.

Professor Ying-Hui Fu researched short sleep for 10 years before this breakthrough.(Picture credit: UCSF)

Two months ago, Fu’s team isolated a mutation in a gene called ADRB1 that lets a family of 12 sleep as little as 4.5 hours a night.
Now, they have isolated another mutation in a gene called NPSR1 in another family which sleeps under 5 hours.
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The exciting thing about the gene mutation is that there are no ill effects to sleeping less.
On average, we need a minimum of 8 hours’ sleep to fully rest our bodies and minds. Any less than 6 hours results in a marked decline in mental function and cognitive ability.
All of us have had days where we struggle from lack of sleep and try our hardest to stay awake with coffee. Sometimes, this results in microsleep or just a foul mood in general.
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Sleep deprivation also contributes to disorders such as obesity, heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, and even depression.
However, the results found by Fu’s team shows that those with the genetic mutations do not suffer the usual sleep deprivation side effects, even though they were sleeping so little.
So is there a way to trigger the mutation in our own bodies so that we can have more hours awake in a day?
Well, not really.
Right now, it’s possible to develop drugs that mimic the effects of these mutations, but it’s risky because the drugs can react with our bodies in an unexpected manner.
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However, Fu says that there will be more reports soon as her team has already discovered more sleep-shortening mutations.

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Popular US Burger Chain Shake Shack Will Land On Malaysian Shores In 2023!

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When you think of burgers, you think of McD or Burger King right? Well, make way for a new international brand of burgers in 2023 because Shake Shack is coming to town!

With a press release titled “Apa Khabar, Malaysia?”, Shake Shack has also announced on its social media that Shake Shack Malaysia is in the works and tells us to mark our calendars.
Credit: Shake Shack
Although the exact location and halal certification for the first Malaysia chain is not clear yet, they plan to open around 10 Shacks here by 2031.
Partnering with a South Korean-based global F&B company that has 30 brands and over 7,000 stores worldwide, SPC Group, plan to open more than 45 Shacks across some countries in the future.
This represents our sixth country in Asia, and together with the SPC Group, we expect to have more than 45 Shake Shacks across Korea, Singapore, and Malaysia by 2031.Michael Kark, Chief Global Licensing Officer of Shake Shack.
Credit: Shake Shack / Facebook
Shake Shack is a burger restaurant chain that started off as just a hot dog cart in Madison Square Park in Manhattan, New York. With Shack’s fans lined up daily for almost three summers, they opened a permanent kiosk in the park in 2004. This success kickstarted the birth of Shake Shack and the rest is history.
Dubbed as a modern-day “roadside” burger stand,  Shake Shack is known for its 100% all-natural Angus beef burgers, chicken sandwiches and flat-top Vienna beef dogs with no hormones or antibiotics – ever, spun-fresh frozen custard, crinkle-cut fries, craft beer and wine and more.
Credit: Shake Shack / Facebook
We know 2023 is a bit too far but hey, good things come to those who wait!

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Thailand To Allow For Certain Travellers To Come Into The Country Starting 1 July

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Starting 1 July, Thailand plans to reopen its borders to allow certain foreign travellers including investors and business executives to enter the country.
Those who enter the kingdom will have to undergo the 14-day quarantine period.
Centre for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) spokesman Thaweesilp Wissanuyothin said those allowed to enter include:
business executives and investorsprofessionalsskilled workerspermanent residents and foreigners whose families live in Thailandinternational teachers and students.
As for short-term businessmen, government guests and tourists under travel bubble plans, they will be allowed to enter without undergoing 14-day quarantine but officials are looking at other ways to monitor them.
Thaweesilp said those who have registered to enter Thailand are 700 business executives and investors, 15,400 skilled workers, 2,000 permanent residents and foreigners whose families are in Thailand, and 2,000 international teachers and students.
He also added that about 30,000 medical and wellness tourists had registered to enter the kingdom as well.
The government is also looking at opening all businesses – including entertainment outlets such pubs, bars and karaokes as they will resume operations on July 1.
Thailand started to ease on restrictions after the country has not recorded a single local Covid-19 case for a month.

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