Redmi Note 8 Pro vs Samsung Note 10+: Does a higher price mean a better phone? [Review]

The Redmi Note 8 just arrived in Malaysia as the successor to the Note 7 Pro – a mid-range smartphone that costs around RM1,099, depending on where you get it from.
But the elephant in the room has always been the similarly named Samsung  Note series.
So why not compare them both because of the name? You might expect it to be a one-sided affair with the Note10+ being better in all departments. After all, itâ€™s a high-end phone that costs about three to four times more.
But is it actually better?

Battery
For the battery we think that the Redmi Note 8 edges out the Note10+ as the battery capacity is much bigger, (4,500mah vs 4,300mah). However, both managed to stay alive without topping up throughout an entire day.
Even if you put both devices through their paces, such as by playing games and watching videos, both are able to last a long time without breaking a sweat.
Both have fast-charging and thatâ€™s where the Note10+ wins with its 45 watt charger (sold separately) compared to Note 8â€™s 18 watt charger.
Also, the Note10+ can charge other devices via â€œWireless Power Shareâ€ – a neat trick, letting charge other devices which have wireless charging by placing them on the back of the phone.

Design
When it comes to design, the winner here would be the Note10+ as it feels much better in the hand compared to the Note 8 Pro.
Itâ€™s a scenario of you get what you pay for in this aspect. While both have glass on both sides, the Note10+ just feels better in the hand compared to the Note 8 Pro because the sides of the former are metal and the latter uses plastic.
In the size department, the Note 8 Pro has a 6.5 inch screen while the Note10+ has a bigger 6.8 inch screen. But…. the Note 10+ might be a bit too big for someone with smaller hands compared to the smaller Note 8 Pro which feels easier to handle.
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Screen
We would say this goes to the Note 10+. Itâ€™s a No Contest. the screen is bright and colourful and the Note 8 Pro seems a bit washed out in comparison.
Plus, in terms how the front camera fits on the front of these phones, we feel that Note 10+â€™s single camera cutout blends more seamlessly compared to the Drop Dot design of the Note 8’s notch which is more noticeable when watching videos.
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Gaming
Both have capable processors and sufficient RAM to play games, allowing you to push the graphics settings up to max.
Both phones also have â€œgame booster modesâ€ for extra immersion.
Note 8 Pro’s Game Turbo ModePicture Credit: TRP
The letdown for the Note 8 Pro is that when activating the game booster mode, the device can feel a bit warm especially if youâ€™re playing graphic-intensive games such as Call of Duty: Mobile or PUBG.
The Note10+ is better at managing heat and even shows you the temperature of the device so you know how hot it is after gaming for a while.
Note 10+ allows you to watch how hot your phone can getPicture Credit: TRP
Camera
This is a difficult one. In terms of how the pictures look with just their â€œregularâ€ cameras, the Note10+ (12MP) and the Note 8 Pro (8MP) are both able to take good photos, but once you use the 64MP sensor on the Note 8 Pro, it is just the better camera under good lighting conditions.
The question here is more if you want more contrasty, vibrant colours, then the Note 10+ is for you, but if you want something thatâ€™s more true-to-life, then the Note 8 Proâ€™s 64MP is the winner here.
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The drawback is that the 64MP sensor takes more storage space in your phone as each picture would be around 15 to 25MB which might mean you’ll need a bit more space if you’re the kind to take a lot of pictures.
In terms of wide-angle, we tend to prefer Note 10+â€™s camera compared to Note 8 Proâ€™s as it is a bit sharper.
For night shots, we think the Note 10+â€™s sensors win out over the Note 8 Pro when it comes to that department as it has less noise.
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Both have night modes which try to capture for a bit longer to allow more light. But in that department, the Note 10+ is a bit better as well.
In terms of how they stack up in the selfie department, we think the Note 8 Proâ€™s selfie camera just comes out on top, even in low-light conditions.
As for taking video, the Note 10+ is the winner here as it takes better videos and also has stabilisation features for some really steady shots so itâ€™s the better choice if you tend to shoot a lot of videos.
To conclude
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The Redmi Note 8 Pro is a capable mid-range phone that doesnâ€™t hurt your wallet but still gives you some of the best experiences on a smartphone, even when stacked up against the much more expensive Note 10+.

Note 8 Pro
Note10+

Better battery life
Design

Camera
Screen

Headphone jack
Gaming

Who is the winner here?

We would say the Note10+, but not by a whole lot. The Redmi still is great at what it does and is a good daily driver, so youâ€™re not really losing a lot if you choose this over the more expensive Note10+, other than the S-Pen and video capabilities.
So, do you need to spend a bomb just to get the best features? By what weâ€™ve seen with the Redmi Note 8 Pro, not really.
The Note 8 Pro is the much cheaper phone (RM1,099) and it’s not that far behind from the Note10+ (RM4,299) in terms of specs, it even aces over the more premium competitor such as the battery and to a certain degree, the camera.
This is something unheard of in yesteryears but with the advancement of technology and how cheaper devices have become better over the years, it’s no surprise that mid-range phones can go toe-to-toe with the higher-end devices.
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro was courtesy of Xiaomi Malaysia for review while the Samsung Note10+ is owned by one of the writers.

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BPN Cash Aid: What Does “Dalam Proses” Mean And Can You Appeal A Rejected Application?

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Confused regarding the status of your Bantuan Prihatin Nasional (BPN) aid applications? Here are some details from the Inland Revenue Board (LHDN) to help you sort things out;
(Credit: BPN)
“DALAM PROSSES” applications
1. What does the â€œDALAM PROCESSâ€ (In Process) or â€œDALAM PROCESS RAYUANâ€ (In Appeal Process) status on your application mean?
(Credit: My Sumber)
Both statuses apply to new BPN applications made between April 1 to 30, meaning that your application has been received and is still under review.
2. When will new applications and appeals be approved?
You can check your status now on BPNâ€™s official webpage.
3. When will BPN payouts be made for new applicants and BPN appeals?
Approved applicants will receive their money via online transfer straight into their bank accounts beginning May 15.
Applicants without an active bank account or if your approved applications list you as â€œTIADA AKAUNâ€ (No Account) or â€œGAGAL KREDITâ€ (Failed To Credit), you may proceed to any Bank Simpanan Nasional (BSN) outlets nationwide to receive your money in cash.
Cash repayments can be over the counter at BSN outlets from now until December 31, 2020, and do remember to bring along your MyKad ID and the BPN application serial number displayed on the portal.
â€œTIDAK LAYAKâ€ applications

So what happens if your BPN application fails or lists your status as â€œTIDAK LAYAKâ€?
Well according to LHDN, application results shown on the BPN portal are â€œfinalâ€, and lists several reasons to why an application might have failed;
Applicants did not meet the age requirements to applyChecks revealed that the applicantâ€™s household (yourself and your spouse) income exceeds RM8,000.Check revealed that the applicantâ€™s income exceeds RM4,000The applicant is a studentNot eligible for the BPN aid because the applicant or their spouse has a company or business listed under the Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM).Duplicate marital status information
1. Can failed applications be appealed?
NO!
As mentioned, BPN application results are final and the government has yet to announce if appeals can be made.
Thereâ€™s also no extension period for BPN applications, meaning that if you missed out on the chance to apply before applications closed on April 30, youâ€™re out of luck.
Non-eligible business and company owners listed with SSM, as mentioned above, can also try to apply for the Geran Khas Prihatin (GKP) aid, made available by the government specifically for entrepreneurs.

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After Seeing Overcrowded PPV Centre, Man Installs SOP Social Distancing Markers On His Own

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After the overcrowding incident over at Rumah Prihatin Grand Seasons Hotel vaccination centre (PPV) in Kuala Lumpur, the folks over at MathsClinicPlus or MCplus took matters into their own hands.

Based on an Instagram post by the online tuition portal, several Malaysians went to the centre at night to install physical distancing markers to make it easier to queue according to Covid-19 Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
A video that went viral recently showed long, congested queues made up of locals and foreigners trying to get vaccines at the Rumah Prihatin@Grand Seasons in Jalan Pahang, Kuala Lumpur.
READ MORE: [Watch] Another Viral SOP Violation As People Queue Close Enough To Hug Each Other
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PPV centre says it’s a misunderstanding
The presence of crowds at Rumah Prihatin@Grand Seasons in Jalan Pahang was due to a misunderstanding and news that the Vaccine Center (PPV) was providing a walk-in service for non-citizens, according to the management of Rumah Prihatin@Grand Seasons.
They were quoted by Harian Metro saying that foreigners can only get their vaccination at Bukit Jalil.
Ismail Sabri wants action taken
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob urged authorities to prevent overcrowding at vaccination centres (PPV) after the incident went viral.
Ismail Sabri was quoted by NST saying that he was shocked looking at situation over at Rumah Prihatin Grand Seasons Hotel PPV and Bukit Jalil PPV with the poor SOP compliance.
He added that he will speak with the respective ministries and law enforcement to address the issue immediately.
It’s also reported that Dang Wangi police were deployed at the PPV centre to control the situation.

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Celebrating The Year Of The Rabbit With Oversea Restaurant

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This Chinese New Year, Oversea Restaurant is hopping into the Year of the Rabbit with joy, fortune and longevity with their rich traditions of Chinese cuisine.

Back by popular demand, the seasonal signature Chinese New Year includes dishes such as Yee Sang, Waxed Meat Rice, Prosperity Treasure Pot, Dried Meat and an assortment of confectioneries.
An executive group of forty chefs put the dishes together, bringing plenty of “huat” and abundance to you and your family.
Yee Sang
Tossing Yee Sang at Oversea Restaurant is a tradition itself.
What better way to usher in the new year than tossing this tasty and colourful appetizer salad high in the air while wishing each other well with auspicious sayings around the table?
A uniquely Malaysian dish, Yee Sang is a raw fish salad typically consisting of various shredded and pickled vegetables, salmon, jellyfish, nuts, powders, sauces, condiments, crackers and so on to symbolize good fortune.
Starting from RM78++, Oversea Restaurant has made adaptations to this Chinese New Year staple and is delighted to offer five different types of Yee Sang, so there is something for everyone.
The original Oversea Fabulous Fruity Yee Sang is served with Red Dragon Fruit Sauce for extra “Ong”.
At the same time, other Yee Sang, such as Yee Sang with Jellyfish & Korean Snow Pear, Yee Sang with Fresh Salmon & Korean Snow Pear, Yee Sang with Abalone & Korean Snow Pear, and Yee Sang with Abalone & Black Truffle are paragons for gold standards when it comes to tradition meets novelty dishes.
Oversea Restaurant’s Yee Sang uses only the highest grade ingredients for that fresh and crispy sweetness to stimulate your appetite and is available in half and entire portions.
Waxed Meat Claypot Rice
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The Hong Kong Style Waxed Meat Claypot Rice or ‘Lap Mei Fan’ is a delicious one-pot meal delicately balancing flavourful notes.
Lap mei (臘味) is an assortment of preserved Chinese meats, also known as waxed meat.
This delightful dish from Southern China is known for its distinctive aroma from fragranced glutinous rice and cured meat that is guaranteed to make mouths water.
Indulge in this Chinese New Year divine must-have from RM138++ (6pax) to RM168++ (10pax).
Prosperity Treasure Pot
The Prosperity Treasure Pot or ‘Poon Choy’ is a definitive one-pot dish comprised of meat, seafood and vegetables served in a rich broth.
The dish is trendy during Chinese New Year as it is believed to bring abundance and prosperity.
Gather your loved ones and enjoy the simmering layers of aromatic broth brimming with heavenly goodness in this big melting pot of 15 premium ingredients to warm your soul, as a full belly makes for a happy heart.
The Prosperity Treasure Pot is available for 6-8 pax at RM838++ and a larger party of 8-10 pax at RM1,188++.
If you want to enjoy it at home, fret not; the ingredients will be nicely arranged in a clay pot ready for takeaway and reheating.
Collect a complimentary limited edition red insulated bag as an auspicious keepsake this Chinese New Year when you order for takeaway.
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Set Menus
Staying true to Chinese New Year traditions, there will be at least three meal sets, including 8 – 9 courses, available in all Oversea Restaurant outlets.
From RM 898++ for six pax to RM 3,388++ for 10 pax, the menus are put together by a group of executive chefs with more than 40 years of experience with all the auspicious dishes for each outlet.
All the set menu will be available from Chinese New Year till the last day of February, and each meal set comes with a box of Oversea’s Hong Kong Style Egg Rolls while stocks last.
Premium Dried Meat
Dried Meat or ‘Bak Kwa’, also known as rougan (肉干), is a dried savoury sweetmeat that traditionally takes the form of thin square slices.
Usually made from pork, it is one of the most popular Chinese New Year snacks, and you can find this in every Chinese household during the festive season.
At Oversea Restaurant, only the most tender and lean meat is chosen, marinated with Oversea’s secret recipe and grilled over charcoal rather than air-dried for a smokier flavour, making it a sweet and appetizing snack of all time.
Available at RM 78 per box, this Fujian snack has been adapted over the years to suit the local palate.
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Confectionery
Known for the quality of their cuisines, Oversea Restaurant was awarded recognition and gourmet titles such as “Asia’s Finest Restaurants”, “Greatest Table in Kuala Lumpur”, and “Winner of World Gold Kitchen Cooking Grand Competition”.
It has also shone in the global food arena representing Malaysia and received international accolades such as “International Restaurant of Chinese Cuisine” awarded by “The World Chinese Cuisine Association” as well as being recognized for outstanding achievement in the F&B industry at the 15th Asia Pacific International Honesty Keris Award 2017.
Unbeknownst to many, Oversea Restaurant also bakes its confectionery with freshness guaranteed.
This festive season, the confectionery includes Taiwanese Pineapple Tarts at RM55 per box, Oriental Muffin at RM38 for 18 pieces, and Hong Kong Style Egg Rolls at RM28.80 per box.
To satisfy the munchies one bite at a time, dig into the jars of delightful cookies but be warned, they are addictive. Once you start, you can’t stop.
Choose from five different flavours: French Butter, Cranberry Crunch, Flaming Hot, Garlic Herb Butter and Mixed Nuts Florentine.
(Pix: Oversea Restaurant)
New Branch in One Utama
Since the 1970s, Oversea Restaurant has established itself as an exemplary institution for preserving rich Chinese culture and heritage through shared recipes passed down from generation to generation.
Their exquisite offering of traditional Cantonese specialities transports people back in time and brings people together.
Staying true to their commitment to bringing the best and most authentic Cantonese dishes to their customers, Oversea Restaurant is proud to announce the opening of their new outlet in One Utama to better serve food lovers around Klang Valley.
Scheduled to open beginning January 2023, the new Oversea Restaurant boasts 12 private rooms so you and your entourage can dine comfortably in privacy while sharing a good meal.
(Pix: Oversea Restaurant)
The spacious main hall is an excellent venue for wedding banquets and events, as it can accommodate up to 15 tables.
The giant LED screen and elevated stage can cater to all your entertainment requirements.
The most impressive aspect of the new restaurant is the walk-in wine chiller showcasing a variety of wine and liquor from all over the world for an international tasting tour.
It is open daily from 10 am-10 pm, with Dim Sum served from 10 am-2 pm.
For a casual dining experience that retains all the hallmark quality of the brand name, Oversea Express 1U caters to up to 24 pax and offers some of their best-selling dishes such as Signature Honey Glazed BBQ Pork Rice, Roasted Pork Belly Rice and Braised Sliced Pork Belly with Salted Fish Rice, perfect for those looking for a delicious, quick to go meal.

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Two States Each For Rafizi & Aminuddin As PKR Finalises Leadership Line-Up

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It will be double-duty for both PKR deputy-president Rafizi Ramli as well as the party’s veep Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun who was entrusted to lead PKR in two states each.

Just a few hours after his appointment as the new PKR Federal Territory chief, Rafizi was later named as Johor’s new PKR state leader.
While Aminuddin will continue his duty as the Negeri Sembilan PKR chief, the Negeri Sembilan menteri besar was also tasked to lead PKR in Melaka.
This was announced last night by PKR President Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim in a statement posted on his Facebook.

Anwar said that the decision was made after he met with all the party’s branches leaders from Negeri Sembilan, Johor and Melaka last night.
“During the discussion, all the Negeri Sembilan’s branch chiefs agreed for Aminuddin to be retained as the state’s leadership council chairman,” the Port Dickson MP and Opposition leader said in the statement.
Anwar added that it was similar in Rafizi’s case as his appointment was agreed upon unanimously when it was discussed with Johor grassroots leaders.
“I hope that they will be able to carry out the responsibilities that are entrusted upon them as well as to elevate the party’s preparations leading to the upcoming 15th general election.”
PKR also retains Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari as the state’s chairman.

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Israel Hits Back: Ban Malaysia From Hosting International Sports Event?!

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Israel media The Jerusalem Post (JP) has criticised Malaysia for banning Israelis from a squash championship.

In a scathing editorial featuring the Jalur Gemilang, JP accused Malaysia of being antisemitic and anti-Israel when the right thing to do is to put sports above politics.

Describing the ban as Malaysia’s shame, JP indirectly suggested that Malaysia be left out from hosting any sporting event on the international stage.
A simple guideline should be applied across the world of sports: countries that ban Israeli players from participating should be prevented from hosting any sporting event. Period.The Jerusalem Post on Malaysia banning Israelis from squash championship
The Israeli English-language daily newspaper added that the fiasco would have been avoided had the organizer foresaw the problem in moving the tournament to Malaysia.
As such, there should be a clear list of all countries that prevent Israeli players from attending, it said.
JP suggested that those countries should be systematically banned from hosting any international sporting event.
There is no reason that the handful of extremist regimes such as Malaysia, Iran, Pakistan or similar states should be considered as venues.Jerusalem Post on banning Malaysia from hosting international sporting events
Meanwhile, some netizens supported Malaysia and said the country did the right thing.
They warned Israel that it could find itself boycotted one of these days.
Netizens divided over the ban. (Source: Facebook)
Dr. Mahathir Dragged Into The Crossfire
The editorial also took a swipe at former prime minister Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad, labeling the statesman a ‘vehement antisemite’.
It accused Dr. Mahathir, who is close with the late Palestinian President Yasser Arafat, of sowing discord even though there is no history of conflict between Malaysia and Israel.
Citing an example, it recalled how Dr. Mahathir attacked the Jews in a 2003 speech to the Organization of Islamic Conference (OIC).
He claimed Jews “rule the world by proxy.” He sought to encourage the 57 Muslim countries assembled to oppose Israel, clearly linking his hatred of Jews to his hatred of Israel. This is because hatred of Israel is almost always motivated by hatred of Jews.The Jerusalem Post accusing Dr. Mahathir as being antisemite
Former prime minister Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad. (Credit: Malay Mail)
The editorial could not believe that Dr. Mahathir remains respected and welcomed in the West despite his rhetorics.
It questioned why Dr. Mahathir was still given a platform by Western universities like Oxford, Cambridge and Columbia.
JP criticized the universities for allowing Dr. Mahathir to ‘spout his modern-day Nazi-like speeches that he uses to mock the Holocaust and claim Jews are “hook-nosed.”’.
The world can learn from the religious tolerance coming from the region, and should avoid countries like Malaysia until they open their door to all athletes and turn away from the politics of hate.The Jerusalem Post on Dr. Mahathir’s ‘antisemite’ rhetorics
The Sporting Event That Never Was
The World Squash Federation (WSF) canceled the Men’s World Team Squash Championship in Malaysia after the country banned the Israeli team from entering.
The event, which was supposed to take place on 7 December, had already been moved once, from New Zealand, due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
The Israel Squash Association (ISA) was quoted by JP that it thanked the WSA for its decision.
As lovers of sports in general and squash in particular, we know how difficult it is to cancel a tournament ISA chairman Aviv Bushinsky
ISA also offered to host the tournament and said it will not prevent Malaysian athletes from participating.
The Israeli team to the Men’s World Team Squash Championship. (Source: Israel Squash Association)
Israel Fearful Of Boycott
In response to the verbal attack from JP, The Movement For An Informed Society Malaysia (Wadah) said Malaysia did the honorable thing.
Wadah secretary-general Mohd Halimi Abdul Wahid said Malaysia has nothing to be ashamed of in the fight against Israeli apartheid and brutal Zionist oppression of Palestinians.
It is a matter of fact that sports boycotts were effective and contributed towards the dismantling of South African apartheid and the liberation of blacks in South Africa.Wadah secretary-general Mohd Halimi Abdul Wahid
Mohd Halimi said boycotts and divestments are effective in mobilizing real action to defeat Israeli apartheid and end the illegal Israeli occupation of Palestine.
He also reminded Israel that they too joined the world in boycotting the Moscow Olympics in 1980 to protest against Soviet aggression and illegal occupation of Afghanistan.
The World Squash Federation announced on Monday that the World Men’s Team Squash Championship scheduled for next week in Kuala Lumpur was canceled after Malaysian authorities refused to allow entry to Israeli athletes. #Malaysia pic.twitter.com/7d6y4isVsb— gaza post News (@gazaapost) December 1, 2021
Calling A Spade A Spade
Confronting Israel has always been second nature to Malaysia, as it stands with the rest of the world in solidarity with Palestinians.
READ MORE: Foreign Minister Saifuddin Abdullah on Zionism And Racism: A Call For Israel To Repent
The reason is the genocide perpetrated by Israel against the Palestinians, in what is one of the world’s most enduring conflicts.
For more than 50 years, Malaysians had been supporting the Palestinians through charitable assistance in various forms and lately, via cyberspace.
READ MORE: Israel Calls Malaysian Trolls ‘Hacktivists’, Saying That They Work With Hamas
Various attempts have been made to resolve the conflict as part of the Israeli–Palestinian peace process, but the end remains nowhere in sight.

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SUGAR CRASH: Sugars May Not Be A Solution For Your Stress-Relief [OPINION]

ByFadzlin Syazani AziziStudent, Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM)

We all experience stress every day – piles of work, overwhelming responsibilities, uncertainties or there could simply be a lot going on.

You may be tempted to reach out for a sugary snack as a stress reliever, but, while it gives you instant pleasure, the effect ultimately leads to a sugar crash that ruins your productivity instead.
So, what is stress-eating?
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‘Stress-eating’ is a pattern of eating in which people use foods to help them deal with a stressful situation. It’s also termed as ‘emotional eating’; people mindlessly consuming huge quantities of food at one time – usually sugary foods – to immediately soothe their bad feelings and stress.
Cortisol – The ‘stress’ hormone
Stress can also cause some people to ignore their hunger as their fight-and-flight response overrides the desire to eat, effectively putting it on hold.
For other people, stress can cause hunger strikes that lead to overeating because the brain perceives stress as a threatening event which then activates the release of cortisol, commonly known as the ‘stress hormone’.
In response, the body will tend to search for a shortcut – like eating something fatty or sweet which may ‘re-energize’ it.
Sugars give ‘comfort’
The World Health Organisation (WHO) suggests that only 25g of sugars (or 6 teaspoons) should be taken daily for an adult.
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However, once indulged, the food seems to give a positive feedback effect to us which tones down stress and emotions.
In fact, these foods really give ‘comfort’ and pleasure as dopamine (also known as the feel-good hormone) “hits” from eating sugar. The brain’s reward systems will be activated and thereby reinforce behaviors that demand more sugars every time we get stressed.
Then comes the sugar crash 🙁
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Sugar crash is a term that refers to the sudden drop of energy levels after consuming a large amount of carbohydrates which are simple sugars like cakes, canned carbonated drinks and ice-creams.
It causes our body to experience some undesired symptoms that will derange our productivity and energy levels throughout the day, such as getting more hungry, experiencing irritability, fatigue, discomfort, anxiety, headaches and difficulty in concentrating.
Obesity and diabetes are the biggest concerns
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Excessive daily sugar intake in this unhealthy eating pattern will cause not only a sugar crash in the short term, but can also cause long term health problems like obesity and diabetes.
Malaysia has the highest rate of obesity among Asian countries with 64% of male and 65% of female population being either obese or overweight.
Food Pyramid Malaysia 2020
Instead of sugar rushing, the feeling of “emptiness” can actually be filled with a proper balanced meal that can lessen the effect of stress. The Health Ministry (KKM) recently introduced the ‘Food Pyramid Malaysia 2020’ that has been modified from the 2010 one to encourage better dietary habits.
Fats, oils, salts and sugars are the least that we have to include in our daily food intake and the base position of carbohydrates-food sources in the pyramid has been shifted up a level. This means that vegetables and fruits are now the base of all meals and must be taken in larger quantities.
The new food pyramid places vegetables and fruit at the bottom.(CREDIT: Nutrition Department, Health Ministry)
READ MORE: There’s A New Food Pyramid And It Says To Eat Less Carbohydrates & Drink More Water
It’s all about balance, moderation and consistency
Don’t restrict and skip meals but plan them! Remember that sugars do not give you an immediate energy boost so have a balanced meal instead, with a dessert at the end and also plenty of water.
When you feel overwhelmed with your day, don’t strain yourself; take a 10-minute walk, munch some healthy snacks and play with your pets!

Fadzlin Syazani Binti Azizi is a second year student at the Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM).

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80,000 Mâ€™sian football fans break Viking Clap record & get international attention

Back in 2016, millions of football fans around the globe had tingles running down their spine every time the Icelandic team played a match in the UEFA Euro 2016. Then, the same thing happened again in the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
Iceland Viking Clap GIF from Iceland GIFs

No, it wasnâ€™t because the Nordic players were so tall, buff, and handsome (well.. not the only reason) but because of the intensely chilling Thunder Clap a.k.a Viking Clap.

Original Image via Sydney Morning Herald

Well, looks like the famous clap heated up the Bukit Jalil National Stadium when 83,520 football fans BROKE RECORDS FOR LARGEST VIKING CLAP IN MALAYSIA!
Excited Hockey GIF from Excited GIFs

Making history in the Malaysia Book of Redords, the thunderous event took place last weekend (July 27) during the 2019 FA Cup Final between Kedah and Perak team.

Picture Credit: Malaysia Book of Records

Thatâ€™s not all though, the epic event managed to impress international
fans who clapped their eyes on the Malaysian football fans clapping.

Scores of supportive comments flooded the video shared on ESPN FCâ€™s Facebook page, but there were some pretty amazing Malaysian trolls which we feel deserve some attention.

Screenshot via ESPN FC/Facebook

The news even made it to UKâ€™s The Guardian AND Fox Sports Asia!
What is the Viking Clap?
Made popular by Icelandic football fans, the Viking Clap is a
celebration where a slow chant ends with an intimidating clap, following the beat
of a drum.
The claps get quicker with each following clap and is accompanied by a deep cry of â€˜huhâ€™!

While people would naturally assume that itâ€™s some sort of ancient Viking war cry, the truth is that the potent chant was adopted from a ScottishFootball Club!
Adam Levine The Voice GIF from Adamlevine GIFs

This is just the little bit of good news needed by Malaysian football fans after images of rubbish strewn across the stadium after the match went viral on social media earlier this week.
Thereâ€™s a glimmer of hope that the international spotlight may inspire our local bois to clean up their act, then weâ€™ll really get to do a thunderous Viking Clap at the next match.

Original Image via Malay Mail


Kedah Consumers Association Want To Sue Index Case For Bah Lunas Cluster

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The Kedah Consumers Association, more affectionately known as Cake, wants to sue a state assemblyman who is allegedly the “patient zero” of the new Bah Lunas Covid-19 cluster in Kedah.

Cake secretary Mohd Yusrizal Yusof claims that the politician had been careless and did not follow Covid-19 SOPs. He failed to undergo a swab test after coming back to West Malaysia from Sabah.
Kedah has seen two new clusters last week and rising daily cases in the triple digits.
A female teacher, who had recently travelled to Sabah with her politician husband, tested positive for Covid-19. Due to that, Sekolah Kebangsaan Permatang Janggus was ordered to close.
Mohd Yusrizal also noted that businesses affected by the new cluster and parents of SK Permatang Janggus students will also be involved in the lawsuit.
Previously, Cake had already submitted a RM1 million lawsuit against patient zero of the Sivagangga, the owner of a nasi kandar shop in Napoh, Kedah. The man had breached his mandatory quarantine after returning from India, leading to a new outbreak in the state.

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“Aiyo” Has Been Recognised By The Oxford Dictonary For YEARS, But You May Not Agree With Its Origins

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The news about one of this region’s popular slang for “Oh dear!” is making its rounds again on Social Media for being recognised as an official word by the Oxford English Dictionary (OED).

You may have seen your friends share this “recent” news, but did you know it’s been in the dictionary for five years! Aiyo!
Look familiar? It’s 5 years old – but still as surprising then as it is now.(Credit: Whatsapp circulation)
‘Aiyo’ recognised by the Oxford English dictionary since 2016
A quick Google search shows the website Singapore Uncensored describing it to be “most commonly used in Singapore, Malaysia and parts of Asia”.
A further search found ‘Aiyo’ and ‘Aiya’ derives from the Chinese words 哎唷 (aiyo) and 哎呀 (aiya) which are similar to “oh no” or “ouch” in English.
Although the interchangeable word for Aiyo – ‘Aiya’ is not officially recognised by the dictionary, native Chinese speakers are describing it as an ‘expression of life’ and used to express dismay, exasperation or surprise.
What does the Oxford English dictionary say though?
(Screen capture from the Oxford English Dictionary app)
Officially, it is described by OED as a South Asian (in southern Indian and Sri Lankan English) way to express distress, regret, or grief.
While the sentiments of the expression ring true to both South Asia, South East Asia and East Asia, we’re going to go ahead with the certified true version of the word and its origins.
Origins of ‘Aiyo’
Newser describes Aiyo as being common to the major Dravidian languages of Southern India: Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada and Telugu. It is said to be connected to the Hindu God Ayyapa and the wife of the Hindu God of Death – Yama.
The Indian Express report that it first reached an English audience in 1886 via London based publication Chamber’s Journal – a magazine founded by William and Robert Chambers.
Culture Integration
With Malaysia being a multicultural country, it’s no wonder Aiyo is known as an expression that sees no boundaries.
It may have taken over 130 years for Aiyo to be officially recognised as a word by OED but for many of us in Asia, it’s one word for all occasions and simply needs no introduction because if you know, you know.

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What’s New At Genting SkyWorlds Theme Park And What To Expect

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Genting Highland’s theme park is finally open to the public today, 8 February 2022.

After years of waiting and delays from legal disagreements, Malaysians will finally be able to step foot in Genting SkyWorlds and experience the theme park in the skies once again.
Genting SkyWorlds Theme Park is just a stone’s throw away from Genting’s hotels and shopping mall SkyAvenue.(Credit: Anne Dorall/TRP)
The major thing about Genting SkyWorlds is that they have themed movie- and adventure-inspired ‘worlds’, ranging from family favourite Ice Age to Night At The Musuem and more!
But is the Genting SkyWorlds theme park revamp worth your time? We find out.
The Vibes
The props and craftsmanship in the theme park is a huge upgrade. Genting SkyWorlds (GSW) spared no expense at making each world populated with props and beautiful backdrops.
Characters from the movie franchise Rio decorate a prop balcony in the ‘Rio’ world. Here, even the overhead speakers are shaped like birdhouses.(Credit: Anne Dorall/TRP)
Leaning fully into the theme aspect of theme park, each world features plenty of related miscellany to make the world pop. Everything is in vibrant colours with a great eye for detail.
This also means that every corner can make for a fantastic backdrop for pictures and the like!
The classic spinning teacup ride has turned into birds. A park staff sanitizes each seat before visitor can enter the ride.(Credit: Anne Dorall/TRP)
The Rides
The main part of the theme park are the rides and attractions, and GSW certainly delivers.
There are 17 rides in total with 2 additional ones coming soon.
The ESD Global Defender at Central Park.(Credit: Anne Dorall/TRP)
Worlds like Ice Age and Epic feature family-friendly rides that are more relaxed and laid-back without being boring. The Epic world does feature some water-based rides so expect to get a little wet.
Sid’s Rock ‘N’ Slide doesn’t just rock backwards and forwards, it turns full circle as well.(Credit: Anne Dorall/TRP)
Thrill-seekers will find more exciting rides over at worlds like Andromeda Base, with rides that do their best to spin riders and hurl them into the air. Visitors who get motion sickness should definitely pace themselves on the rides and take plenty of breaks in between.
Andromeda Base features a familiar ride that shoots riders into the air, left: Terraform Tower Challenge, and another, right: Alpha Fighter Pilots, that does its best to shake riders into a tizzy.(Credit: Anne Dorall/TRP)
While there are plenty of new rides that are wonderfully fresh and thrilling, eagle-eyed visitors may notice a few beloved rides that seem extremely familiar.
This double-decker carousel is quite nostalgic, isn’t it?(Credit: Anne Dorall/TRP)
The Verdict
Theme park connoisseurs will find Genting SkyWorlds quite similar to internationally-renowned parks overseas such as Universal Studios Singapore (which is, in case you didn’t know, also owned by Genting Group), from the layout to their ‘worlds’ and the vibrant props and decorations.
Comparatively, Genting SkyWorlds is priced at RM189 (currently RM151 for their opening promotion) for a standard adult ticket; while Universal Studios Singapore is priced at SGD81 (around RM250) per adult ticket.
There are rides like Samba Gliders which allows riders a bird’s eye view of the entire park.(Credit: Anne Dorall/TRP)
Currently, there are no VIP tickets (the kind that allows you to cut queues on all the rides) available, but each Genting SkyWorlds ticket comes with 6 Virtual Queue passes (available on the theme park app) you can use to skip the queue.
However, not all rides are currently operating, so it is best to double-check which rides are open on the day of your visit.
For Malaysians eager to spend a full day enjoying cool mountain air and the thrill of a theme park experience, Genting SkyWorlds will be your best bet. Find more information and book your tickets here.
The cable cars go right over the park, so remember to wave up!(Credit: Anne Dorall/TRP)

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Lace Up Your Running Shoes For The First Ever Lazada Run On 16 July

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Add fitness to life and be one of the 10,000 runners to make history by joining the first-ever Lazada Run. This exciting and unique race experience will be happening on 16 July 2023 (Sunday), from 3.30am to 10am, at Persiaran Flora, Cyberjaya.

As Southeast Asia’s pioneer eCommerce platform, Lazada aims to inspire and empower local consumers to add fitness to their lives with the Lazada Run.
A first-of-its-kind regional running event organised by an eCommerce platform, the Lazada Run will be a tour of over six Southeast Asian cities, kicking off in Ho Chi Minh on 23 April 2023, followed by Jakarta, Bangkok, Manila, and Kuala Lumpur, before finishing off in Singapore on 23 July 2023.
Lazada Run presents an interactive opportunity for customers and runners to engage with a variety of their favourite brands cross-categories including Sports, Fashion, Beauty, Electronics, and more, all of which will be brought to life in fun and engaging Experiential Zones.
The Malaysian leg of the Lazada Run will feature three race categories – 5km (for both kids and adults), 10km, and 21km, with over RM20,000 in cash prizes to be won.All Finishers who complete the run will also receive a medal. First place finishers for both male and female runners in the 10km and 21km Open Categories will receive an opportunity to be flown to Singapore for the Lazada Run finale on 23 July 2023, where they will compete with other winners from the other five cities for the title of ‘Ultimate Winner’.
Besides the main run, there will also be a Kid’s Dash for younger runners, as well as an optional Cart Dash, in which all Finishers can take part in. For just RM30, Finishers can take part in a 30-meter sprint, where they can grab as many prize boxes in 20 seconds. These boxes contain amazing prizes ranging from discounts to vouchers, exciting offers, and freebies from Lazada and Lazada Run brand partners.
After completing their run, runners can make their way to the Lazada Village to enjoy food, drinks, games, and access exclusive deals. The public may also enjoy the fun activities and carnival festivities at the Lazada Village on 16 July from 7am – 10am.
Tickets for the Lazada Run can be purchased directly through the Lazada app – just click on the ‘Lazada Run’ icon on the ‘Home’ tab or type ‘Lazada Run’ in the search field.
Tickets for the Lazada Run are priced as follows:
5km Kids – RM545km Adults – RM6910km Competitive – RM8421km Competitive – RM99

Participants in the Lazada Run must be 13 years of age or older, while participants in the 5km Kids category must be within the ages of 4 – 12 years old. Apparel for the Lazada Run is sponsored exclusively by PUMA.
Hurry up, get your tickets on the Lazada app, and start training for the Lazada Run! Click here to register and find out more.

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“Spender” Danger: How A Pair Of Panties Almost Cost A Marriage

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Because of an undie, a man had to persuade his wife who cried because she thought he was having an affair.

Twitter user Aimzama shared his predicament on social media, drawing sympathy and amusement from netizens.
Aku ni duduk rumah flat. Haritu masa bini aku takde, aku nampak spender ni kat ampaian rumah aku. Aku pun kutiplah sebab aku ingatkan spender bini aku. Sekarang dia tengah menangis kata aku bawa perempuan masuk rumah. Spender siapalah aku kutip ni. Balerrrr😭😭 pic.twitter.com/jSP5dHP8TG— Aimzama (@Aimzama__) February 14, 2022
Aimzama said he lives in a flat and the story began when he picked up a garment from the clothesline.
The other day when my wife was not at home, I saw this spender on the clotheslines outside my unit. I took it because I thought it belongs to my wife.Twitter user Aimzama on how the undies came into picture.
It turned out that he was very much mistaken.
The undies did not belong to his wife and the woman suspected that her husband had brought another woman to their house.
He tried to explain to his wife, but to no avail and so he shared his predicament on social media.
A law firm that provides free legal services also reached out to him on social media, asking if he needs help.
Bertabah la ya bro, benda blh bawak bincang leklok dgn isteri. Moga perselisihan faham x berpanjanganPerlukan khidmat guaman, boleh hubungi kami melalui pautan ini https://t.co/4MJVkqXmAA https://t.co/GqkPHs9VPp— bantuguam (@bantuguam) February 15, 2022
Fortunately, a neighbor saw his posting on Twitter and came to his rescue.
The neighbor said she had also seen the undies at the clothesline. She believes that someone found it and just put it there.
Update terkini: Jiran pun nampak spender tu kat ampaian aku. Mujur ada penyelamat. Syukurrrrrrrrrrr pic.twitter.com/bw8gUJKpIq— Aimzama (@Aimzama__) February 15, 2022
Netizens find the man’s drama hilarious.
They pointed out that garments hanging at clotheslines often fall by the wayside in flats.
Some jokingly said that flat residents should mark the unit number on undies to prevent any misunderstanding.

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More States Increasing Capacity For Fard, Friday Prayers

After more than a week into Recovery MCO (RMCO) and the reduction in the number of Covid-19 cases, more states in Malaysia are allowing the attendance for Friday and congregation prayers to increase.
 Here’s a round up of the states:
Selangor
Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, the Sultan of Selangor has decreed for Friday prayers and congregational prayers in the state to resume starting 19 June.
For Friday prayers, the number of individuals allowed in the state mosque of Masjid Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah will be increased from 40 to 250 people, excluding officers and mosque committee members. As for the number of individuals allowed for Friday prayers in 38 other mosques previously permitted to host such prayers, this will also be increased from 40 to 150 people, excluding officers and mosque committee membersPrivate secretary to the Sultan, Datuk Mohamad Munir Bani via Malay Mail
Perak
As for Perak, Sultan Nazrin Shah has given his consent to allow congregational and Friday prayers to be based on the actual capacity limit of the main prayer hall.
The congregation must have physical distance of one metre between each other during the RMCO period.
Sabah
The state’s Fatwa Council has allowed Friday and fard prayers to be performed at mosques and surau in the state starting 19 June.
However, Sabah Mufti Datuk Bungsu Aziz Jaafar said the permission is subject to the actual capacity of the mosque or surau and also the ability of committee members in complying with the SOPs and ensure one-metre distancing among attendees.
Federal Territories
Mosques and surau in the Federal Territories – except those in the red zone – will be opened for Friday and congregational prayers starting 16 June.
The permission is subjected to the ruling that only one third of the main prayer hall capacity is allowed and congregation members must be among locals only.Federal Territories Islamic Religious Department director Mohd Ajib Ismail via The Edge
Kedah
Kedah has granted Friday and fard prayers to be held in all mosques and surau in the state starting 19 June.
For Friday prayers, the minimum number of congregation is at least 40 people and the maximum is 60 individuals, while fard prayers are allowed to be performed with a maximum of 40.
The other states
Kelantan has allowed for Friday prayers to be performed at all mosques in the state starting 5 June with a congregation of 40 people.
On the same date, Perlis has also for Friday and congregational prayers to be done but it’s capped at 30 people.
Meanwhile, Sarawak allowed for Friday and fard prayers for the first time last week since it was forbidden to do so for 12 weeks.
On the same date, Perlis has also allowed for Friday and congregational prayers to be done but it’s capped at 30 people.
The state of Johor allowed for prayers to be held on 12 June but limited to only 40 people, excluding the mosque or surau officials.

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Now UMNO Is Copying PKR, Shows That They’re Working With Each Other, Says Annuar Musa

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It seems like the UMNO leadership has aligned with Pakatan Harapan, most notably with PKR President Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, based on the similar media statements issued by both coalitions, says former Barisan Nasional Secretary-General Tan Sri Annuar Musa.

He said that the statements released by both were touching on similar points to be debated in Parliament if it is convened, based on a report by MalaysiaKini.
These include:
the emergency proclamationthe effectiveness of measures to curb Covid-19the implementation of Budget 2021 the effectiveness of economic recovery during the movement control order
In a Facebook post, the Federal Territories Minister also mentioned that the points were even written in the same order.

The similarities, he said, shows that the upper echelons of UMNO were siding with Pakatan, which Annuar added was against the party’s policy.
This is clearly sidelining the party policy of not supporting Anwar and DAP. After the Umno president’s letter supporting Anwar went viral, this media statement is another evidence that the Umno leadership is under the influence of Anwar.Federal Territories Minister Tan Sri Annuar Musa via MalaysiaKini
In the post, he also reiterated his loyalty towards Muafakat Nasional, the coalition between UMNO, PAS and Bersatu.
Now it is clear that the party decision was not obeyed and the party has been manipulated to achieve a personal agenda. I still hold on to every word in the Muafakat Nasional charter which I was involved in drafting and its declaration.Federal Territories Minister Tan Sri Annuar Musa via MalaysiaKini

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Hamzah Zainuddin Slammed By Activists Over Insensitive Remark On Detainee Deaths

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Several human rights activists have slammed Home Minister Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin’s statement, which was deemed careless on reports of deaths at immigration detention centres.

Speaking in Putrajaya recently, Hamzah downplayed reports of deaths at immigration detention centres by saying the public should not be quick to point fingers at the authorities.
He said it is impossible to predict the future nor foresee if anyone would die while in detention.
Hamzah added that people could even die while walking around.
So if we have arrested a person for parking in the depot and he dies, who do we want to blame? Because people who are dead now, sometimes while walking, they die, they don’t even have to go to the depot to die. So, the issue does not arise. Home Minister Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin’s insensitive remark on prisoner deaths.

Home Minister Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin commenting on death in detention. (Video: Malaysia Gazette)
North-South Initiative executive director Adrian Pereira accused the minister of underestimating the tragedy, while Irene Xavier of the Selangor Women’s Friends Association said the reaction was “heartless”.
Pereira said Hamzah should study the autopsy report and the coroner’s findings before dismissing the deaths.
Pereira suggested that it could be time to appoint a royal commission of inquiry (RCI) to investigate the alleged abuse at the detention centre.
He should examine whether these detainees are victims of smuggling or trafficking and have access to legal representation in which they are detained.North-South Initiative executive director Adrian Pereira urging the minister to work with civil society to address the problem.
Alex Ong of Migrant CARE asked whether Hamzah understood the human rights violations against immigration detainees.
Ong questioned if Hamzah understood that it involves human rights issues.
He said the detainees have the right to be treated humanely, and urged Hamzah to visit the immigration centre to see if the detainees were suffering from overcrowding and lack of health care.
Hamzah, a former Umno stalwart before he quit his party and jumped to Bersatu, had also drawn brickbats from people on social media.
“If we detain someone who commits a crime and we put them in a depot, and then they die, who should we blame?”Hamzah said this when asked to comment on a report on deaths in immigration detention centres in Sabah.@ImigresenSabah— 🇲🇾 Lawless And Disorder (@twitmsian) June 28, 2022
6. #Malaysian Home Affairs Minister Hamzah Zainudin on 149 #Indonesian deaths at immigration detention center in #Sabah over the past 18 months: Anyone can die anywherehttps://t.co/WDTOX8jBUi— Amy Chew (@1AmyChew) June 28, 2022
At the same time, people also demanded that Hamzah, who is also Bersatu secretary-general, step down from being a minister as he is not fit for the job.
READ MORE: Sungai Bakap Depot Rohingyas Break Out Due To Fear Over Deaths
First cut off the head: Hamzah Zainuddin has to go. (Looks like have to wait for ballot box.)Then, if you're ruthless enough, take cue from the Chinese proverb: kill one monkey to warn the other hundred. Severely charge cruel officers, & publicise the trial kaw kaw.— Sebastian Ng (@McGarmott) June 29, 2022

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[Watch] Second Armoured Vehicle Stalls Near National Museum Due To Engine Failure

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It’s not a great day for our armed military forces because an armoured car transport vehicle (prime mover) broke down on the road after participating in the Merdeka parade rehearsals yesterday (27 August).

The vehicle was on its way back to Camp Perdana in Sungai Besi when its engine failed around 11.26am.
According to Free Malaysia Today, the vehicle came to a stop near the National Museum.
JUST INAnother military vehicle has broken down in the city centre.Just a day after a tank broke down near KL Sentral, an army trailer truck transporting a tank can be seen stuck on the right-most lane of Jalan Damansara in front of the national museum. pic.twitter.com/cibeBmYILn— TheVibes.com (@thevibesnews) August 27, 2022
In a video, a group of soldiers was seen peering at the vehicle’s engine. They were probably trying to figure out what went wrong with the engine and what caused the vehicle to stall.
Luckily for them, mechanics were dispatched to the scene and repaired the vehicle at 12.30pm.
DBKL’s Kuala Lumpur Control and Command Centre said unlike the first breakdown involving a tank, the second incident didn’t cause traffic congestion and they received no reports of it.
The situation was handled within a short time and didn’t inconvenience the public.
The army apologised in a statement
The Star also reported that the army’s public relations department said it will issue a statement to explain both incidences to the public soon.
We have drafted a statement and are awaiting approval for its release.Malaysian Armed Forces’s public relations department
In a statement, the army said 129 army vehicles were involved in the 2022 National Day parade.
They also apologised for the two incidents involving stalled vehicles and causing traffic congestion on the road.
As a precaution, a recovery team together with the Kembalik (military tow truck) would be on standby to tow any stalled army vehicles to prevent traffic congestion.

Previously, a tank broke down along Jalan Damansara and caused a traffic jam. The incident drew many criticisms from the public and raised concerns about the country’s defences.
READ MORE: Whoops, A Merdeka Parade Tank Broke Down Along Jalan Damansara
To avoid disappointment leading up to National Day, here are some of the roads that will be closed for rehearsals.
READ MORE: 18 KL Roads To Be Closed For Merdeka Day Parade Rehearsals

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SOCSO Hopes PenjanaGig Can Help More Gig Workers To Benefit From Social Protection

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The Social Security Organisation (SOCSO) hopes that the matching grant for gig economy platforms under Penjana (PenjanaGig) will allow more gig employees to benefit from social security protection.
Through PenjanaGig, SOCSO Chief Executive Officer Mohammed Azman Aziz Mohammed said gig workers would be protected under Plan Two of the Socso Self Employment Social Security Scheme (SKSPS).
He encouraged gig economy platforms to participate in the scheme as their workers are exposed to hazards when they work.
According to the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC), it’s estimated that 28,425 gig economy workers have registered with Socso since 1 January.
This figure represents only 7% of the 400,000 individuals involved in the gig economy in the country.
Below are the list of jobs/industries that are eligible for SKSPS.
Picture Credit: SOCSO

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A man infected with Covid-19 was found dead by the roadside in Pahang.
30-year old Mohd Haszlee Hashim had apparently tried to make the over 400-kilometer journey from Johor to Terengganu, on foot, to be with his family following the nationwide Movement Control Order (MCO).
His tragic tale was shared on social media by Skuad Pengurusan Jenazah Malaysia (SPJM), a local non-profit that performs funeral rites for Malaysian Muslims and non-Muslims.
Members of SPJM in full protective gear.(Credit: Facebook/SPJM)
As the story goes, the deceased had been staying with his family in Kuala Terengganu before migrating to Johor in search of better opportunities.
There he stayed with an uncle and found employment as a security guard at the Segamat Hospital before resigning his position in January.
Mohd Haszlee had been looking for other career opportunities as the MCO came into effect in March, leaving him trapped in Johor with no way of returning to his family.
The deceased is said to have a 7-year-old daughter that he hasn’t seen in over a year, who was staying with his ex-wife, back east.
What a typical car journey from Segamat to Kuala Terengganu would look like.(Credit Google Maps)
On the morning of May 8, Mohd Haszlee came to the decision to walk all the way home while keeping in contact with his sister in Terengganu throughout the journey before the two lost connection with each other along the way.
After failing to contact her brother, the sister had reached out to the authorities to look for the lone traveler.
Apparently the deceased had also passed a police roadblock along his route and was advised by the authorities against continuing his journey, noting that he appeared to be exhausted at the time. However, he ignored the instructions and proceeded to continue on.
Mohd Haszlee was found dead by a roadside in Muadzam Shah, Pahang on the noon of May 11.
During his autopsy at the Tengku Ampuan Afzan Hospital in Kuantan, it was determined that the deceased was positive Covid-19.
(Credit: Facebook/SPJM)
Dishearteningly, Mohd Haszlee’s family had lacked the funds to proceed with his burial. It was then that the hospital contacted SPJM to aid with the funeral.
The deceasedâ€™s funeral rites went on in accordance with official guidelines, where the remains must be handled with complete personal protective equipment (PPE) and the family not being able to partake in the procession.
(Credit: Facebook/SPJM)
Mohd Haszlee is Malaysia’s 110th fatality out of 111 Covid-19 related deaths recorded so far.
His story also managed to capture the attention of Kuala Terengganu MP Ahmad Amzad Hashim who came to visit and provided the deceased’s family with a humble donation.

Previously, a 29-year-old man from Kelantan tried to attempt the same feat of walking from Kuala Lumpur to Kelantan to be with family following the MCO.

The man managed to safely reach his destination after a police officer had stepped in to help the traveler hitch a ride back home in a lorry bound for Terengganu.

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Reopening Malaysia’s Borders Means “Welcome Back Cigarette Smugglers”

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The global pandemic has definitely made it difficult for criminals to make a quick buck here in Malaysia, but all that might change as the country prepares to reopen our borders by the end of 2021.

Read More: Malaysians Allowed To Travel Interstate & Overseas In December, Maybe Sooner
The Retail and Trade Brand Advocacy Malaysia Chapter (RTBA Malaysia) warns of a resurgence of illegal cigarette smuggling activities as we gear up to loosen the country’s pandemic border restrictions.
According to research done by the chapter, criminal syndicates have gotten crafty because of the pandemic and our introduction of stricter anti-smuggling strategies in Budget 2021.
RTBA Malaysia Managing Director Datuk Fazli Nordin explained that given the limitations of global transhipment activities, these syndicates were forced to change their usual logistic plans.
Seeing as how their normal smuggling routes, like the nation’s seaports and airports, were largely made unavailable to them, smugglers quickly adapted by changing their tactics from unloading large quantities of contraband under the radar at Malaysia’s main entrepôts, to moving smaller shipments of products undetected through the country’s vast coastline.
Given the limitation of transhipment activities, criminal syndicates quickly moved from smuggling illicit cigarettes via container ships and docks at big ports. They then unload these products from large cargo vessels originated from source countries onto small speed boats or fishing vessels before dropping them off at private jetties and landing spots throughout the country’s vast coast.RTBA Malaysia Managing Director Datuk Fazli Nordin via NST
Read More: Datuk Ben, Malaysia’s King Of Smugglers & How Criminals Profit From Politiking & High Taxes
Not only that, but the logistical challenges have also prompted these syndicates to increase the price of their illegal products in order to make up for the increased cost of the smuggling business – since they now have to pay extra to acquire stores and warehouses to hold their merchandise.
Credit: rtbamalaysia via Facebook)
Naturally, the extra cost was passed on down to, who else, but the consumers of illegal cigarettes here in Malaysia, who are said to be paying upwards of 50% more to get a hold of the product.
The increased costs have been passed on to consumers who now have to pay RM9.00 per pack of illegal cigarettes from RM6.00 per pack before the introduction of Budget 2021 measures.RTBA Malaysia Managing Director Datuk Fazli Nordin via NST
Though this might seem like a positive development, seeing how expensive cigarettes means fewer people would buy em’. But in reality, since the price of legally taxed cigarettes is still way pricier than the illegal ones, there is no stopping people from opting to go against the law for a cheaper nicotine hit.
Furthermore, because of the financial crisis brought upon by the pandemic, Fazli says that people would of course turn to the illicit low-cost option.
(Credit: Miera Zulyana/Malay Mail)
As an added disadvantage, not only is Malaysia losing out on the millions worth of tax revenue that we should have gotten if it weren’t for the sale of these illicit products but the country is also forced to spend tons more on security and enforcement to prevent its spread.
Every year, large scale enforcement operations like ‘Ops Benteng’ – which involves the participation of several security agencies like the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM), the Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM), Immigration, the Coast Guard and others – takes up valuable resources and manpower that can, and should be better used elsewhere.
(Credit: Ahmad Zamzahuri/Bernama via Malay Mail)
In order to put this smouldering problem to rest for good, RTBA Malaysia suggests that the country implement even stricter measures to hinder the illicit cigarette industry from ever blooming again.
They say that this can be done by extending the nation’s moratorium on excise duties as we move forward to Budget 2022 and the 12th Malaysia Plan, while more funding is channelled to ramp up our enforcement initiatives and make everyone accountable for the industry to pay the price.

To achieve the objective set in the 12th Malaysia Plan, which is to transform the nation into a prosperous, inclusive and sustainable ‘Keluarga Malaysia’ by 2025, a comprehensive strategy to combat the illegal cigarettes trade must be executed now.

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More stringent measures needed to stop illicit cigarette smuggling, says RTBA Malaysia


Agong’s Birthday Celebrations Postponed Again Because Of Pandemic

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Istana Negara announced that celebrations for the Yang di-Pertuan Agong (YDPA) Al-Sultan Abdullah Riáyatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah’s birthday, set to take place in June, will be postponed because of the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic.

This will be the second time that the King’s birthday party has been suspended because of the plague.
The Head of State will be turning 62-years-old on 30 July 2021.
However, Malaysians will still get to enjoy the mandated public holiday in commemoration of His Majesty’s birthday on Monday, 7 June.

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Man With RM5,000 Monthly Salary Shares His Struggle To Make Ends Meet

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A 39-year-old man with a monthly salary of RM5,000 has gone viral on social media after sharing his monthly expenses and commitments.

In a Facebook post, the man, known only as Amirulz, listed his expenses, including car and house rent, his wife’s allowance, his mother’s expenses, and his children’s school fees.
He also mentioned that he could not reduce the expenses for his mother in the village, who supports her two other brothers who are disabled (OKU).
Amirulz’s Monthly Expenses And Commitments
Amirulz does not smoke, subscribe to water filter services, or take loans or insurance despite his financial struggles.
He feels sorry for his wife’s tiredness and is more willing to work and respect all mothers.

Salary RM5,000 every month. Pay for Saga car (RM550), flat house (RM700), wife’s allowance (RM800), for mother (RM800), Netflix (RM33), electricity bill (RM80) and groceries (RM900).
Amirulz gives a breakdown of his expenses and why it is burdening him.
He added that the school expenses for his five children included RM440 for school bus fees.
Ultimately, only RM500 to RM600 is left to top up the phone credit and fill up the motor oil to go to work every day.
Amirulz’s post has received much attention on social media, with many netizens expressing sympathy and support for his situation.
Through a separate message, Amirulz explained that he was sharing and did not intend to complain about his salary of RM5,000.
He also commented on comments that described his wife’s maintenance of RM800 a month as high.
On the other hand, the amount is considered low when compared to the wife’s commitment and responsibility.

I used to stay home during the holidays and tried to do my wife’s work for a week. It’s doubly tiring, and 24 hours a day, I have to deal with the hassle of children washing clothes and cooking.
Amirulz expressing the other challenges he face in managing the household.
Amirulz works in the construction industry, and his company’s policy does not allow him to work part-time or have another job.
Raising Awareness About Financial Struggles In Malaysia
His story sheds light on many Malaysians’ struggles living on a tight budget.
Many families struggle to make ends meet with rising living costs and stagnant wages.
It is important to raise awareness about these issues and work towards finding solutions to help those struggling financially.
Median salary in Malaysia 2022=RM 2062.50% of Malaysians earn not more than RM 2062. After deduction(epf, socso etc) =RM 1800.RM 500 = 28% of salary. RM 1300 is not enough utk makan, minyak, kereta/motor, sewa etc: Moreover those who's earning min wage. How to save RM500/mth? https://t.co/46AM4nAVr0— FIR (@fdajesfry) December 8, 2022
The cost of living in Malaysia is generally considered to be low compared to other countries.
According to a 2022 guide by Wise, Malaysia’s low cost of living and high quality of life make it an attractive destination for expats.
Meanwhile, Numbeo reported that a family of four can expect to spend RM7,523.8 per month without rent, while a single person can expect to spend RM2,140.9 per month without rent.
However, the cost of living can vary depending on location, lifestyle, and family size.
Gaji Rendah & Inflasi Tinggi Membelenggu Pekerja di Malaysia"Penengah gaji yg diterima oleh pekerja muda di Malaysia lebih rendah dari gaji kehidupan wajar yang dicadangkan oleh Bank Negara, iaitu sebanyak RM2,700 untuk individu bujang pada tahun 2018.https://t.co/hxUri3ylJ9 pic.twitter.com/XAjhYoiBvm— Ekonomi Rakyat (@EkonomiRakyatMY) May 28, 2023

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Fun Events In The Klang Valley This Weekend From 3 To 5 March

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Don’t know what to do this weekend in the Klang Valley? No worries, we got you. 👀

Head on over to art exhibits, markets and shows and more this weekend.
Note that some of these events only happen for a day or can last for a whole month so look at the dates carefully.
If you wanna skip to the specific day you want, choose your preferred day here.
FridaySaturday & Sunday
Here are some of the events that are still ongoing from our previous list.
READ MORE: Fun Events In The KlaFrom art exhibitions and workshops to markets and concerts, there’s something for everyone this weekend in the Klang Valley.ng Valley This Weekend From 24 To 26 Feb
READ MORE: Fun Events In The Klang Valley This Weekend From 17 To 19 Feb
Ongoing Events
1. Demon Slayer Kimetsu no Yaiba Total Concentration Exhibition @ Pavilion Bukit Jalil (18 Feb – 18 May, 10 am – 10 pm)

Demon Slayer is a well-known Anime and has a massive fan following in Malaysia. This exhibition is a definite treat to fans as it brings you into the world of anime as soon as you enter the exhibition.
Step into an experience like no other, immerse yourself in some of the memorable scenes and become part of a Demon Slayer Corps at Pavilion Bukit Jalil, Level 2, Pink Zone.
Get the tickets here. Tickets cost RM48 for adults and RM38 for kids.
Check out our experience at the exhibition:
READ MORE: Most Awaited Demon Slayer Exhibition Arrives In Malaysia
Visit their Instagram to know more.
2. Pesta Buku Shah Alam (Book Fest) @ Pusat Beli Belah Ole-Ole Seksyen 18, Shah Alam (23 Feb – 5 March, 10 am – 10 pm)
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Love all kinds of Malay books or novels? Especially from Karangkraf?
Go crazy with their book fest with discounts of up to 50%. You can find books from different local publications and Islamic books there too.
3. Arts On The Move (Art Installation + Performances) @ MRT Pasar Seni (Feb – June, 5 pm – 6 pm)

Next time you change your trains at Pasar Seni, drop by their MRT station to witness this new art installation called “Sunnyside Up” by the talented Pamela Tan of Poh Sin Studio. For the next three months, this yellow futuristic installation hopes to reimagine everyday pedestrian routes and transform them into a unique and enjoyable experience for all.
Additionally, every fortnight on Thursday from 5 pm – 6 pm, visit the station for various live performances, exciting workshops and creative art installations.
For more info about the upcoming performances, keep up to date with Think City’s Instagram.
4. Masters of Disguise (Photography Exhibition) @ Darkroom Gallery, GMBB (Extended till 30 April 2023, 11 am – 6 pm)

Biologist, guide and wildlife photographer Chien C. Lee’s latest photography exhibit focuses on the art of deception used by wildlife. This exhibit features more than 60 fantastic photos of various kinds of camouflage and mimicry employed by insects, reptiles, birds, and even plants; with many species hailing from Malaysia’s very own Sabah and Sarawak.
According to GMBB, this exhibition is just so mesmerizing and immersive that it’s extended until 30 April 2023.
READ MORE: Catch This Fantastic Nature Photography Exhibit For A Free Fun Time In KL
5. The World Of DC Exhibition @ Tropicana Gardens Hall Convention Centre (23 Dec – 1 Apr)

Being the first-ever DC Exhibition launch in Asia, The World Of DC Exhibition will feature interactive games, life-seized exhibits, behind-the-scene concept art, limited-edition merchandise and more at the Tropicana Gardens Mall.
Grab your tickets here. For more info, visit their Facebook page here.
6. Van Gogh Alive Exhibition @ Pavillion Bukit Jalil (17 Dec – 16 March, 10 am – 10 pm)

Witness Van Gogh’s legendary works of art displayed digitally at Pavilion Bukit Jalil. Get ready for a multi-sensory experience with a symphony of light, colour, sound and fragrance for you there.
READ MORE: Catch the Immersive ‘Van Gogh Alive’ Exhibition In KL This Dec-March
7. Red Hongyi’s ‘Once Upon A Longtang’ (Art Exhibition) @ National Art Gallery (22 Dec – 22 March, 9 am – 5 pm)

The Balai Seni Negara has a new art installation called Once Upon A Longtang which features scenes inspired by old alleyway houses – or ‘Longtang’ houses in Shanghai. The installation has a series of artworks displayed with burnt Chinese calligraphy paper and more.
For more info, visit Red Hong Yi’s Instagram.
Here are specific events to enjoy with your family and friends on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
3 March (Friday)
1. Books & Food Market @ Central Market (3 – 5 March, 10 am – 8 pm)
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If you love reading books while munching on snacks, then Central Market is the place to be this weekend.
Discover multiple genres of books for sale and various arts and crafts products at Pasar Seni. Apart from that, enjoy delicious food like cookies, dumplings, cakes and drinks at their Read & Munch market this weekend.
Visit Central Market’s Instagram for more info.
2. MilkLab Oat Float (Pop-up store) @ Publika (2 – 5 March)

Do you like plant based milk with your coffee? If you do, this is the chance to try a free sample of MilkLab, a brand of milk from Australia. They’re doing a pop-up event called MilkLab Oat Float at Publika this weekend.
Head on over there and get a sample of your favourite espresso with oat milk.
3. A Notional History (Theatre Performance) @ Klpac (2 – 5 March, 3 pm, 8.30 pm)
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‘A Notional History’ tells the story of a performer, a journalist, and an activist speculating on the possible histories of a different Malaysia, intersecting the personal, the national, and the notional.
This documentary performance responds to a critical moment in Malaysia – the publishing of new, official history textbooks – following the 14th General Election in 2018 where citizens voted for a new government after 61 years.
Tickets are priced at RM80 per pax. Get the tickets here.
4. I Laugh You (Comedy Show) @ The Joke Factory (3 & 4 March, 8.30 pm)

The Joke Factory brings you proof that happily ever after does exist, or at least happily ever laughter.
Catch married comedians Sulaiman, Rina, Asu, Sim Tong and Danial Sham in I LAUGH YOU. They are taking to the stage on 3 and 4 March with funny married life stories to show that two isn’t just company, it’s comedy.
Get the tickets here. They are priced RM68 each.
5. Tie Dye With Qi Razali @ The Urban Space Shoppes, Four Seasons Place KL (3 – 4 March, 11 am – 10 pm)
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Do you love tie dye or do you just love OAG’s drummer Qi Razali? Either way, sign up for a tie-dye workshop with Qi Razali for RM60.
Other than Tie Dye Workshops, there will also be other activities and booths at the Malaysian Expatriate Cultural Bazaar this weekend to keep you entertained too.
For more info, visit their Instagram.
4 & 5 March (Saturday & Sunday)
1. Pesta Kopi KL 2023 @ Matic KL (4 – 5 March, 10 am – 10 pm)
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PESTA KOPI is back in KL this March with more than 50 coffee brands and vendors at Lanai MaTiC, Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur. Right there in the centre of the city. Expect some cultural and interesting cityscape ambience with music and all coffee related! Mark the date and location, and they will see you there.
For more info and updates, follow Pesta Kopi’s Instagram.
2. Blackpink: Born Pink World Tour (Concert) @ Bukit Jalil National Stadium (8 pm)
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As their second world tour, Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa will kick off the largest Asia tour in the history of female K-pop groups. Fans will get to enjoy their greatest hits from the Born Pink album such as Pink Venom, Shut Down, Ready For Love and more.
Surprisingly, you can still get tickets for this concert, but they’re called restricted view seats. Only RM488 and RM788 tickets are left. Grab them here while they last.
3. Sound Circus (Indie Concert) @ RexKL (4 & 5 March, 11 am – 12 am)
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This two-day music festival features non-stop, feel-good music with an artist lineup of 13 Malaysian and Indonesian acts. With four headliners including our Pop Punk band, Bunkface, you’ll find yourself grooving to punk rock, hip hop, stoner rock, rock & roll, indie and reggae beats!
You can still get tickets here. Tickets start from RM158.
4. Konsert Malam Bulan Bintang (Concert) @ Axiata Arena (8 pm)
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Not only do Bulan Bintang sell Eid apparel for Malaysians, but they will be doing a concert too.
With contemporary Islamic music as the theme, this concert will feature prominent local and international artists such as Dato’ Sri Siti Nurhaliza, Dato’ M. Nasir, Salammusik, Raihan ft Alif Satar & The Locos, Faizal Tahir, Sabyan as well as Opick.
Tickets are still available here but only the RM99 ones are left.
5. Hari Atas Angin 5th Year Anniversary (Concert) @ Bysnc Live, KL (12 pm – 11 pm)
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Come and join Atas Angin to celebrate their 5th year anniversary at Bysnc Live, Kuala Lumpur! With 8 acts that will perform on the special day, they’ll entertain you with the best memories that you will never forget throughout this wonderful 5 years journey!
You can still get tickets here. Tickets start from RM80.
6. Shila Amzah: Journey To The Future (Concert) @ Plenary Hall, KLCC (8 pm)
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This year, Shila Amzah will be doing a large-scale concert tour in six locations namely Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Sabah, Singapore and two in Indonesia. The Journey to the Future will feature 40 songs in a medley and will take two hours.
You can still get your tickets here. They start from RM238.
7. Woman Up (Bazaar) @ Kedai KL, Mahsa Avenue (4 – 5 March, 11 am – 6 pm)
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KEDAI is an artisanal marketplace that brings local entrepreneurs, artists, makers and designers together under one roof giving visitors a curated retail and lifestyle experience. Browse around cute trinkets and knick-knacks there with the ‘Woman Up’ theme this weekend.
Visit their Instagram and website to know more.
8. Jom Menari: Intro to Traditional Malay Dance (Dance Class) @ KLPAC (4 – 7 March, 3 pm – 5 pm)
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Fancy a dance class? Why not try and learn the three categories of traditional Malay dance, such as Zapin, Joget and Tarian Inang in a dance class. Conducted by The Actors Studio’s Resident Choreographer Zhafir Muzani, take a quick dive into the history of traditional dance and learn the basic movements and techniques of the dances.
Tickets for the workshop can be bought here. The price starts from RM50. More info here.
Upcoming Shows
Here are some of the ticketed events for upcoming shows. Don’t miss out on the chance to secure a spot at your favourite performance or event.
Simple Plan The Harder Than It Looks Tour – Concert (8 March @ Zepp KL)Get your tickets here.Bryan Adams So Happy It Hurts Tour – Concert (11 March @ Arena Of Stars, Genting)Get your tickets here.RhytmAsia Echoes From Beyond – Concert (11 March @ Sepang International Circuit)Get the tickets here.Sting: My Songs Tour – Concert (20 March @ Plenary Hall, KLCC)Get tickets here.Kenny G Live In Malaysia 2023 – Concert (2 April @ Arena Of Starts, Genting)Get tickets here.Louis Tomlinson: Faith In The Future World Tour – Concert (26 April @ Plenary Hall, KLCC)Get the tickets here.Honne May 2023 Asia Tour – Concert (21 May @ Zepp KL)Get tickets here.NusaFest – Concert (8 & 9 June @ Bandar Malaysia, Sungai Besi)Get Your tickets here. More info here.Muse: Will Of The People World Tour KL – Concert (29 July @ Bukit Kiara Equestrian Resort)Get tickets here. Disney In Concert: Live Your Dream (6 & 7 May @ Plenary Hall, KLCC)Get tickets here.
Check out upcoming concerts this February till May in the listicle below.
READ MORE: 2023 Sees Concert Scene In Malaysia Alive And Kicking, Check Out What’s In Store February Till May
P/S: If you have any future events you want the world to know about, submit your suggestions to melissasu@therakyatpost.com.

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Woman Demands Delivery Uncle To Pay RM113 For Damaging Cake, Deletes Tweet After Backlash

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What are the things to avoid in posting on social media?

Public shaming is never justified when we think we are morally right and do no wrong.
Even when people make mistakes, shaming them on the internet will not improve the world.
It could also backfire horribly, as what happened to a female baker.
She demanded RM113 compensation from an elderly delivery man when the cake was damaged while on delivery.
The woman berated and shamed the uncle in a Twitter posting, which had since been deleted but not before netizens kept a record.
Sebelum delete, we keep the receipt https://t.co/t6DmV4LzSN pic.twitter.com/vOMzzgoa4W— Big Ideas MY (@BigIdeasMY) September 14, 2022
The woman then received severe criticism from netizens for being rude and racist.
They added that what happened was also her mistake, while some transferred RM3 into her account as a protest.
They were aghast that she insisted on the balance of RM3 after the uncle had banked in RM110.
What made netizens even more upset was that the food delivery man was old and had to find a cash deposit machine to complete a money transfer transaction.
Because of that, many people ask this woman to reveal her phone number and information about the ‘uncle’ because they want to give her back the money.
Some pointed out that her claim for a refund is baseless as it does not meet Lalamove’s terms and conditions.
Here refund request not valid. She should have inform her cust using lalamove/grab at their own risk. Cake need to be self collect. She need to return back the uncle money. @izzatiraz you need to refund the uncle back https://t.co/Yi8EZlaQFr pic.twitter.com/8xbrMjuqt1— Jazz✌🏻 (@namjoonwif3y) September 14, 2022
Expletives, Namecalling And Threats
In a later tweet, the woman denied the netizen’s claim that she used a motorcycle service.
She insisted that she paid for a car service to deliver the cake.
The woman also apologized for her mistake of being impolite and uncivilized towards the ‘uncle’ who sent the cake.
The audacity of YOU. “Cina tua bodoh” – racist, ageist, vengeful… on top of being a talentless cake-maker. Pick a fckg lane, Izzati. Who still ordered cakes from u after seeing photos of those cakes. Aren’t u supposed 2 display the best ones? 😖 pic.twitter.com/scaYl8ib11— 🇺🇦 🆖🆗 🇺🇦 (@_xXx_za_ra_) September 14, 2022
Meanwhile, the issue also spread to other social media platforms, where many netizens are angry with the rude attitude of the baker.
Some of them called on people to boycott the baker’s business.
NI HA ACCOUNT IG DIA! BOYCOTT! pic.twitter.com/7vOIHmgkJ7— Niko (@IzuruHazeru) September 15, 2022
Being morally right is not enough.
We must be able to convey that morally.

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204 Out Of 453 Staff At IDCC Shah Alam Vaccination Centre Covid-Positive

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A total of 204 out of 453 staff stationed at the Ideal Convention Centre (IDCC) Covid-19 vaccination centre (PPV) in Shah Alam, Selangor were confirmed positive of Covid-19.

According to Science, Technology and Innovation Minister and coordinator of the National Covid-19 Immunisation Programme (PICK) Khairy Jamaluddin, a mass screening was conducted on IDCC staffers after two volunteers were identified positive on 10 July.
Khairy explained that 88% of those working at IDCC had been vaccinated and that those determined to be infected had a low viral load – meaning that the chances of them transmitting the virus is low.
He added that the Covid-19 Immunisation Task Force (CITF) will be sending people over to the IDCC today (13 July) to inform the public of its closure to allow for sanitization works.
IDCC staffers would also be isolated and replaced with a fresh batch of people as a precautionary measure against infections. KJ says that the facility’s ventilation system would also be inspected.
Vaccinations at the IDCC will continue as soon as possible.
PPVs across the country are advised to follow Covid-19 standard operating procedures (SOP) to the letter to ensure the health and safety of everyone involved.
Earlier, it was announced that the IDCC will be closed temporarily and that the public would be informed of their rescheduled vaccine appointment date through the MySejahtera app or SMS.
KJ advised members of the public who were present at the facility between 9 and 12 July to observe personal quarantine measures for at least ten days and get themselves tested if they are showing symptoms of Covid-19.
The CTIF also issued the same advice to those who attended IDCC between 29 June to 12 July and seek immediate attention if they show signs of infection.
Read More: Shah Alam Vaccination Centre Temporarily Closed Today For Sanitization
Sidang Media khusus berkenaan PPV IDCC https://t.co/D8etGFc4DF— Vaksin COVID-19 🇲🇾 (@JKJAVMY) July 13, 2021

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Lebih 200 petugas PPV IDCC positif


The World Might Have To Just Live With Covid-19 Forever, Even With A Vaccine

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Experts say that Covid-19 will likely become endemic, meaning an infection that maintains a baseline population with no external input. The world already has endemic diseases such as chickenpox, malaria, and HIV, among others.
Emergencies expert from the World Health Organisation (WHO) Mike Ryan said that it is important to be realistic, knowing that no one can predict when the disease will disappear, or even if it does.
I think there are no promises in this and there are no dates. This disease may settle into a long problem, or it may not be.Mike Ryan, WHO Executive Director of Health Emergencies
Without a vaccine, it can take four to five years to control the Covid-19 outbreak, since most people in the world have not yet been exposed to the virus. It’s been suggested that less than 10% of the world population have been exposed to Covid-19, leaving the remaining 90% susceptible.
There are already over 100 potential vaccines for Covid-19 being developed, including several in clinical trials, but experts have noted that it’s difficult to develop one which is effective against coronaviruses.
In addition to that, even if a working vaccine is developed, it’s not a promise that the disease can be so easily eradicated.
Credit: Freepik
There are many examples of existing vaccines already available on the market for diseases that are still around. Measles, chickenpox, and even the seasonal influenza (flu) all have vaccines available, but the world has only been successful in eradicating two diseases completely- of which only one is infectious in humans: smallpox.
Vaccinations for other diseases have helped to suppress numbers and prevent large-scale outbreaks, but complete eradication will be difficult. This is also due to the recent rise of an anti-vaxxing movement globally, creating pockets of vulnerable people.
Even in Malaysia, which has a robust immunization program and a high immunisation coverage at >95%, data collected by the Family Health Development Division at the Ministry of Health (MOH) shows that there is an increase in vaccine hesitancy and a geographic clustering of outbreaks.
At an international vaccine symposium in 2017, Dr Faridah Kusnin of the MOH Disease Control Division expressed his concern over growing numbers of anti-vaxxing communities in the country.
Malaysia has seen drastic decreases of infectious diseases since the introduction of nation-wide vaccinations in the 1950s, such as polio, measles, and Hepatitis B, among others.
Credit: Dr Faridah Kusnin
Despite this, the spread of anti-vaccine movements started around 2012 on social media, and has been growing in number since.
In 2013, there were 637 registered persons who refused vaccinations. In 2016, that number had tripled, with 1,815 persons registering to refuse vaccinations. A majority of anti-vaxxers cited religious reasons, doubt of content, and homeopathy alternatives as their main reason for refusing vaccinations.
Credit: Dr Faridah Kusnin
As such, Malaysia has also seen a resurgence of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases (VPD) in recent years. Thus, it stands to reason that even if a Covid-19 vaccine becomes available, the disease will still likely be hanging around- albeit with possibly less risk than it carries now.
We may possibly just learn to live with Covid-19 as an endemic disease, much like how we have learned to live with the flu, HIV, or chickenpox. Though, of course, having a Covid-19 vaccine will mean a safer way of life for everyone.

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“Fired? No Such Thing” PM Disputes Claims Of Him Being Sacked From UMNO

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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob had denied that he would be sacked from UMNO if he refused to dissolve the Parliament soon to pave way for an early general election.

According to Malay Mail, Ismail had described the Saturday meeting at UMNO headquarters as friendly despite the apparent jibes and jeers from UMNO grassroots towards him during the party’s special briefing last weekend.
“No such thing,” replied Ismail when asked by reporters whether his vice-presidency and membership is under threat.
He also appeared to downplay any possible rift between himself and the party’s top leadership, adding that it is normal for party leaders to have different opinions which should be celebrated.
“Our discussion in the supreme council meeting was friendly. No issue. Sometimes, outsiders see differently,” he said.
Ismail was met by reporters after addressing civil servants at the Putrajaya International Convention Centre today.
Dewan Merdeka of the World Trade Centre, where the headquarters of UMNO is located, was filled with chants of “bubar” (dissolve) last Saturday during UMNO special briefing with its president Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.
Zahid said that the party unanimously made the call, adding that UMNO’s supreme council member had also given Ismail, one of the three party’s veep, a guideline of when the general election should be held following the outbreak of Covid-19.
Ismail was absent during the special briefing as he was officiating another event in Pahang that Saturday.
The Bera MP has yet to clearly indicate when he would dissolve the Parliament but has hinted in June that the 15th general election may be called in “a year’s time”.
READ MORE: Election Is Coming In A Year’s Time So Get Ready, PM Ismail Tells UMNO & BN Machineries

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The Energy Commission is investigating our higher-than-usual electricity bills

Responding to an overflowing of complaints over high electricity bills and an ‘unacceptable reply’ by Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB), our Energy, Science, Technology, Environment and Climate Change Minister Yeo Bee Yin tabled a meeting with TNB.
Following this meeting yesterday, Yeo says the Energy Commission (EC) will investigate this issue within 14 days.
The Minister with the longest job title. (Pic Credit: Malay Mail)
Three reasons were given by TNB, but the reasons were not accepted by Yeo.
Among them? Blaming the weather and blaming consumers who are not using SIRIM certified products.

Legal action could be taken against TNB if they are found not meeting the allocation under Section 9C of the Electricity Supply Act 1990.
Following up, Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said today that this matter will be discussed at the Cabinet meeting.
So we shall see what comes out from this shall we?

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On TNB’s Facebook page, about 3,900 comments were made on a post by TNB claiming that their services were back to normal.

But for consumers in Melaka, TNB are holding Customer Day at their office in Jalan Banda Kabar from May 28 till May 31, if you would like to lodge complaints or suggestions to the utility company.
Looks quite like a busy Customer Day for TNB, though.


Motorcyclist gets hit by car on Old Klang Road to demand money from driver [Video]

Desperate times call for desperate measures. For some people, that may be as desperate as getting hit on purpose just to demand money for getting hurt.

Picture credit: Facebook

Facebook user Lum posted a dashcam video of a motorcyclist deliberately driving into the path of his brother’s car so the motorcyclist can be knocked down, complete with dramatic rolling on the ground.
Lum also notes that the dashcam timestamp is incorrect because the internal battery is dead, but assures us that this happened over the weekend.

The motorcyclist then demanded monetary payment from the driver, claiming that he was “hit from the back” and therefore the driver was at fault.
The finger-wagging begins.
Lum states that his brother tried to exchange contact numbers with the motorcyclist but was refused unless there was compensation.
Unable to reach a compromise, the driver and the motorcyclist then verbally agreed to meet at the police station to lodge police reports.
However, the motorcyclist never showed up.
Chicken GIF from Chicken GIFs

The sergeant in charge dismissed the case after watching the dashcam recording and concluded that the motorcyclist was at fault. He also revealed that the motorcylist was using a fake license plate belonging to a Myvi!
There’s a common misconception in Malaysia that if there is an accident between a car and a motorcyclist, the car driver is automatically at fault.
That’s not true at all! Like any other dispute, it depends on the case.
Umhmmm Yes GIF from Umhmmm GIFs

There is no rule in Malaysian law that allows motorcyclists to be free of responsibility- all motorists (in a car or on a bike) fall under the same Malaysian Highway Code.
So if you get into an accident, always keep calm and insist on lodging a police report, especially if you suspect that you may not be at fault.
Watch the full video below.

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