We went to the AOS 2019 Autoshow and it was AWESOME

If dope cars and phat bikes turn you on, then the Art of Speed Malaysia 2019 Autoshow is definitely THE place for that primal greasemonkey enthusiasm.

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Unlike the more traditional auto shows that feature the likes of big-brand automotive giants and their line of annually â€œresearch and developedâ€  jalopies…

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AOS 2019 brings you nothing but pure machine-madness as it celebrates the art of custom car culture.
The event honors the talent, resourcefulness, and creativity of local and international gearheads as well as their radical creations.

Some 55,000 visitors, filled the halls at the Malaysia Agro Exposition Park (MAEPS) in Serdang over the weekend beating to the drum of Malaysiaâ€™s premier Old-Skool & Kustom Kulture Festival.

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Featuring a lineup of amazingly pimped out rides from Japan, America, Australia as well as good ol’ Buatan Malaysia monstrosities at literally every turn, the event at its core aims to help inspire and shed some light on the Malaysian custom motoring scene.

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It was surely a weekend full of extravagant happening, but here are some of our favorite highlights from the show;
Hot Wheels Japan Historics 3 “Legendary Japanese Cars” series launch

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Hot Wheels’ premium diecast toy collectible model cars, featuring several prototype models of the upcoming collectible line inspired by the eccentric Japanese custom car scene.

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The reveal made by the company’s global lead designer Steve Vandervate was also graced with the presentation of two life-sized versions of the Nissan Skyline R31 and Honda City Turbo II models.

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The Japan Historics line of cars is scheduled to be out sometime in 2020!
The AOS Ride-In Show

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A testosterone-fueled parade where featured custom cars and bikes march into the event hall in quite spectacular fashion to the gawking eyes and cheering of a petrol-high audience.
AOS 2019 annual Car Build-Off
 A custom car contest sponsored by Petronas where seven local â€œworkshopsâ€ showcase their stunningly build cars for a chance to win cash prizes and, most of all, mad-respects!

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The contest featured entries from well-respected names in the custom culture scene, like Classic Garage from Johor Bahru, WakSam Garage and RebanBlackbird from Subang, and Carazee Artwork from Klang with their totally CRAZEE 1972 Volkswagen Nova Sterling.

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The Lil Beach

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A groovy specially customized, surf-themed Volkswagen Beetle there to be given away for a special lucky draw by Hausboom, in collaboration with Hot Wheels.
VANS skate clinic

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Where parents can drop off their kids to learn some awesome skateboard moves.
The scruffy, Mizuki!

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A crossbreed Mini Cooper outfitted with a hyperbike (yes bike as in motor-bike…) engine from a Suzuki Hayabusa onto its rusty looking body, also given away as a special lucky draw prize!
And a whole lot of jaw-dropping custom vehicles from local and international talents that would either satisfy or fuel your gasoline-induced desires, like;
The Moon of Japan, a 1961 Ford Falcon Sedan Delivery nicknamed, â€œPANTASTICâ€

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Or if you fancy two wheels, check out the pair of BMW R9T Custom and the 1948 FL Harley-Davidson Custom â€œStG Nautilusâ€ made by Heiwa Motorcycle and Hot Dock Custom Cycles.
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Even bicycles can’t escape the creative grasp of the kustom culture scene!

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With a whole lot of other activities including talk shows, art galleries, a Vintage themed flea market, awesome food and live performances from local bands to keep the crowd revved up, the Art of Speed Autoshow is definitely one experience worth pulling into.
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What is Naatu Naatu And How It Beat The Odds To Bag An Oscar

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Naatu Naatu, the song from the magnum opus RRR movie by SS Rajamouli bagged an Oscar for the best original song at the 95th Academy Awards.

This banger track beat giants like Lady Gaga and Rihana and is the first song out of the Indian Film Industry to win an Oscar.
The song is accompanied by energetic dance moves from Ram Charan who played Alluri Sitaram Raju and N.T. Rama Rao Jr. who played Komaram Bheem in the movie.
The moment the song came out, it became a big sensation on social media where people were seen dancing to the iconic steps of the song. It also amassed 125 million views on YouTube.

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The award was received by music director M.M Keeravani and lyricist Chandrabose.
I grew up listening to The Carpenters and now here I am at the OscarsM.M Keeravani music composer of RRR
The movie was inspired by the true story of revolutionaries Alluri Sitarama Raju and Komaram Bheem, depicted as friends, fighting for the freedom of India during the British colonisation.
Naatu Naatu’s achievement further stamps the Indian Cinema Industry’s place on the world map of entertainment.

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5 Festive Gift Boxes To Get If You Can’t Decide What To Buy

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Buying gifts during the festive season is fun but it can be tough as well. Sometimes, we aren’t sure what to get for our loved ones or we’re just spoiled for choice!

Luckily, there’s always a solution to our problems and the sweet solution is to get gift boxes instead.
Gift boxes are great because it’s usually pre-packed in beautiful packaging and sometimes, you get to mix and match items as well.
To help you on your gift shopping mission, here are some festive gift boxes that make perfect gifts.
1. Soul Good’s Magical Box

This year, Soul Good came out with this amazing box of treats that will delight the sweet tooth in your life. The Magical Box comes with popular signature brown butter cookies, sable diamante cookies with grated lemon zest, and chrysanthemum rose tea.
An original pancake mix created by Soul Good is also included so you make festive pancakes for breakfast or lunch.
There are only limited boxes available so be sure to place your order via Soul Good’s Instagram before it runs out.
2. My Lil Green Patio Mix-And-Match Plants

Trust us when we say the plant lovers in your life will welcome these tiny potted plants with open arms.
My Lil Green Patio lets you mix and match 3 succulents and it comes with a wooden planter box for free. You might want to get yourself a gift box too!
Get your nature-friendly gift box at My Lil Green Patio’s Instagram.
3. Wunderbath’s Bubbly Ever After Gift Set
Wunderbath’s Bubbly Ever After Gift Set
Treat your overworked friends to a lovely bath gift box so they have an excuse to wind down and relax.
This gift box comes with all the essentials you need to create the bubbliest bath ever. The gift set contains a bubble bath bar, a bath bomb and a bottle of bubble bath dust.
It also comes with a festive greeting card and twinkle lights to brighten up the day.
What makes it even more special is that all of the items are packaged in a box that resembles a pop-up fairytale book.
You can get the festive gift box from Wunderbath’s website while stocks last.
4. Manjaskin’s Christmas Edition Jute Bag
Manjaskin’s Christmas Edition Jute Bag
If you’re not sure whether to get your friend a potted plant or a bath box, Manjaskin’s Christmas Edition Jute Bag allows you to get both.
The Christmas Edition Jute Bag comes with a potted plant, a bag of bubbly bath powder, a body soap, a festive soap, two bath bombs and a jute bag to carry it all.
You get to choose the scents of your choice for the handcrafted bubbly bath, bath bombs, body soaps and the design of the festive soap.
There are more gift boxes from Manjaskin here.
5. Claire’s Christmas Wonderland
Claire’s Christmas Wonderland
Claire’s Christmas Wonderland gift box contains items such as a lip balm and a body scrub, on top of the other bath essentials.
The gift box contains a festive handcrafted soap, a soap pouch to keep your soaps dry after each use, a body scrub with a wooden spatula, a bottle of essential oil, a reusable cotton pouch, a lip balm, and lip treatment that doubles as a lip gloss and lip mask.
Best of all, they can wrap it all up for you for free!
If this gift box is not what you’re looking for, there are more on Claire’s official website.

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“Anyone Know This Tan Sri?” – Aliff Syukri Claims Former Minister Owes Him Millions

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Recently, there was an uproar on social media when famous businessman Datuk Seri Aliff Syukri asked a former minister with the title of Tan Sri to clear his debt with him.

Through a post on his Instagram page, Aliff Syukri had to make the demand publicly because he claimed that the former minister didn’t answer phone calls and messages from him.
“I can’t believe an ex-minister would act like this. I called him and he didn’t pick up. I WhatsApp him and he didn’t answer. When he wanted to ask for my help, boy, was he so eager to see me,” he said.
He apparently owes tens of millions
Apparently, the amount of loan made by the former minister to the founder of the D’Herbs product is worth tens of millions.
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Along with the public post, Aliff also uploaded a photo believed to be the former minister but covered parts of his face.

“Does anyone know this Tan Sri? Ask him to pay my tens of millions of money. He must be rich because he is a former Minister.
Aliff Syukri
“The people of Langkawi must’ve recognised him as one of Malaysia’s ‘richest tycoons’. If this message is seen by his children or family members, please advise him. Tan Sri is already mature, don’t treat me like this and oppress me,” he wrote.
Refuse to divulge specifics
According to his post, Aliff refused to tell about the incident of when and why the ex-minister allegedly borrowed his money. This is because he did not want to embarrass the individual’s family.
“I don’t want to tell the truth, it will embarrass Tan Sri’s family and Tan Sri’s descendants, so I’m just patient.
“I am pleading you to pity my wife and I who have been wronged,” he wrote again.

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Public Warned Not To Trust Fake ‘Skim Bantuan Khas Covid-19,’ RM4.5k Already Lost

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Three local men have become victims of a scam of a bogus Skim Bantuan Khas Covid-19.

The victims aged 26 to 48 received the SMS offering them special assistance of RM500 to be credited into their bank accounts after filling in their personal details through the link given.
According to the Malay Mail, the three victims discovered their respective bank balances reduced after filling out the online form. The total loss amounted to RM4,550.
The Bukit Aman Commercial Crime Investigation Department received a report from each victim on the incidents that happened between 28 and 30 July.
The cases are being investigated under Section 420 of the Penal Code for cheating.

Kuala Lumpur police chief, Datuk Azmi Abu Kassim, reiterated that the Health Ministry had never sent any message on providing Covid-19 financial assistance.
To avoid being cheated, the public is advised to check the MySejahtera Twitter page to confirm whether an aid scheme is ongoing or to check directly with the ministry or agency involved.
Azmi also urged the public not to upload anything that has yet to be verified for its authenticity and not to divulge personal details to a third party.
A check online showed that there was a Bantuan Khas Covid-19 (BKC) scheme but that ended in 2021.
Another similar scam

A similar scam is also making its round offering to credit money into your TnG eWallet.
The SMS supposedly from MySejahtera informed unwitting victims that RM800 has been credited into their TnG eWallet under Bantuan Khas Kewangan Covid-19.
The unwitting victims are then told to check their eWallet balance by clicking on the link provided and will be asked to fill in personal details.
Unfortunately, it’s a phishing scam to get the victim’s TnG eWallet PIN.
MySejahtera has urged the public to ignore the messages.
READ MORE: SMS Saying Money Is Credited To Your TnG eWallet Is A Scam

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Watch Covid-19 Patients & Frontliners Vibe To Karaoke At Sabah Quarantine Centre

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When the going gets tough, the tough get dancing!

Malaysians were captivated by viral footage of healthcare frontliners in Sabah performing a charming sing and dance number together with Covid-19 patients under their care.
The 32-second clip showed medical workers, dressed in full protective gear, singing a karaoke rendition of a popular East Malaysian song called Original Sabahan, from on top of a makeshift stage at a Covid-19 quarantine centre in Penampang.
Down below, their audience were seen vibing along to every step of the beat and looked to be enjoying the very special in-house entertainment.
The video shared by Special Advisor to the Prime Minister on public health, Tan Sri Dr Jemilah Mahmood, had netizens tearing up with joy and respect towards our nation’s frontline heroes as well as the resilience of the people in the land below the wind.
Absolute RESPECT to our frontliners!!! Proud to be Sabahan!!! God bless you all…. @DGHisham @KKMPutrajaya @CovidSabah #Sabah #Respect— Jun 😷 (@Ar_Oribio) November 19, 2020
Nice voice! A great respite from the stress and struggle! Don’t forget to put the Happy in Life!— Tom Leng (@TomLeng1) November 19, 2020
😍😍May Allah ease everything n protect our frontliners.. Only GOD knows how uncomfortable n hot in those PPE 😔😔..— Wafa Azman (@wafaazman) November 19, 2020

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Dr Jemilah Mahmood appointed as PM’s special advisor on public health
Frontliners entertain Covid-19 patients at Sabah quarantine centre


Food Delivery Boycott Fails,  Riders Continue To Work

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The ‘Food Delivery Blackout’ mobilized by a group of food dispatchers failed to achieve its goal.

The strike, which was supposed to take place on Friday, had little impact as many riders continued taking orders as usual.
Many riders were only too eager to take orders, especially during peak lunch hours.

ada je ni dak2 grab. bia laa yang lain nk boikot. janji cedookkk pic.twitter.com/b5xZQC8zdc— AmnNzl (@amnnzl_) August 5, 2022
Previously, the food dispatchers who threatened to boycott had warned that there would not be any food delivery for 24 hours.
They demand that the food delivery companies re-evaluate their wage rates.
Some of the food dispatchers who did not join said they were not surprised by the boycott’s failure.
They opined that such boycotts would be meaningless unless the customers and vendors were supportive.
They added that it had to be business because they had a family to feed.
Bodoh2 je boikot la apa la. Nanti kebulur order grab jugak. Melayu mudah lupa— Ferus Tesa (@adh23323) August 5, 2022

Meanwhile, those who supported the boycott also resorted to other tactics, such as giving the food delivery apps a poor rating on Google.
Tak minta banyak. Teman-teman rider mohon sokongan dalam menuntut hak mereka. Esok: 1. Bagi rating 1 bintang ⭐ untuk Grab & Foodpanda di Play Store / App Store.2. Dari 12 AM malam ini ke 12 AM esok (24h), jangan buat pesanan.#naikkanfare #fooddeliveryblackout pic.twitter.com/AdQ714geuz— Adam Adli 🏴 (@AdamAdli) August 4, 2022
Some even threatened to abuse the order system as retribution for food dispatchers who declined to join the boycott.
Such malicious suggestions were ridiculed by netizens, saying that two wrongs don’t make a right.

The Labourer Is Worthy Of His Hire
Meanwhile, some netizens reminded food dispatchers that the world does not owe them a living, let alone food delivery companies.
They advised food dispatchers not to rely on the job as a full-time income and reminded them that the market is determined by demand and supply.
Buat ape nk boikot grab/fp sbb nk harap company naikkn fare. lg la diorg tau yg ko brgantung harap dkt diorg. baik keje bnde lain terus. semua gig business sama je. aku dh rasa courier dgn food delivery. bnda ni ko takleh jdkan pendapatan tetap. takat parttime berbaloi ah— Amirul Aizuddin (@amynwa__) August 5, 2022
Earlier, food delivery company Foodpanda announced a three-day bonus from today to Sunday to its registered couriers.
Foodpanda, the largest food and grocery delivery platform in Asia (outside of China), announced that an additional bonus would be given to food dispatchers who work at the specified time and date.

Meanwhile, Grab Malaysia said there was no reduction in base fares for their delivery services.
Grab Malaysia said in a statement said there had been a glitch in its system, which resulted in a discrepancy in the riders’ earnings.
All Taken Care
Grab Malaysia has since rectified the issue, transferred the shortfall to all affected partners, and clarified the matter via its official communication channel to its partners on 21 July.
We apologise for the inconvenience this may have caused for our partners and would like to encourage our partners to reach out to us via our Facebook, or visit us at Grab Driver Centre & Kiosks (GDC) should they have any further queries.Grab Malaysia explaining on what actually happened.
Grab Malaysia said this discrepancy in riders’ earnings had sparked calls for the strike on 5 August.
The company also reassured all users, including consumers and merchant partners, that it is committed to supporting its delivery partner community.
Over the years we have introduced various efforts to support our delivery partners. This includes on-the-job protection with free personal accident coverage and a partnership with EPF to ease contribution, and up to 10 per cent additional incentives for those applicable.Grab Malaysia on its its committment to its partners.
Grab Malaysia is also assisting its partners to save on their operational expenses, such as discounts on petrol, vehicle maintenance, daily necessities and more.
Sila tengok dalam pemandangan perspektif lebih meluas.. benda paling banyaaakkk kita jumpa dalam kehidupan seharian kita salah satunya Grab. Mampu memberi:1. Gaji 5-7K, EPF dan insurance tiap2 bulan penuh disiplin.2. Tak kena maki boss3. Makin rajin makin masyuk— CryptoJizz (@JizzingCrypto) July 25, 2022

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Most Of Malaysia’s Prime Ministers Have Served Less Than 2 Terms

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At the start of December 2019, the government tabled a parliamentary Bill looking to set a two-term limit for the nation’s future prime ministers.

Two-term premierships aim to prevent potential abuses of power. It protects democracy from becoming a de facto dictatorship by curbing the potential of monopoly, where a leader effectively becomes “president for life”.
A two-term premiership also helps to root out corruption and limits the powers of the prime minister.
In light of this bill, we thought of looking back at our previous prime ministers and the number of terms they were in office.
1. Tun Abdul Rahman
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Elections won: 4Terms served: Almost 3 full termsTotal time as Prime Minister: 13 years and 22 days
Tunku Abdul Rahman first served as the first Chief Minister of the Federation of Malaya from 1955 to 1957.
He then negotiated for Malaya’s independence and became Malaya’s first Prime Minister when the country gained its independence in 1957. He also remained Prime Minister after the formation of Malaysia in 1963 when Sabah, Sarawak, and Singapore merged with Malaya.
Due to this, he is regarded as Malaysia’s Father of Independence and Father of Malaysia.
Tunku Abdul Rahman was forced to resign in 1970, in favour of his deputy Abdul Razak after the 13th May riots in 1969.
2. Tun Abdul Razak Hussein
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Elections won: 1Terms served: More than 1 full termTotal time as Prime Minister: 5 years and 114 days
Tun Abdul Razak is known for setting up Barisan Nasional to replace the ruling Alliance Party and launching the Malaysian New Economic Policy in 1971.
Abdul Razak died of leukaemia while still in office on 14 January 1976 at the age of 53.
At the time, he was seeking medical treatment in London and was posthumously given the title of the Father of Development.
3. Tun Hussein Onn
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Elections won: 1Terms served: More than one full termTotal time as Prime Minister: 5 year and 183 days
Hussein Onn was appointed as prime minister after the death of Tun Razak.
He was renowned for stressing the issue of unity through policies aimed at rectifying economic imbalances between the communities in Malaysia.
In early 1981, he underwent a coronary bypass and by July decided to retire from active politics and relinquished his premiership due to health concerns.
4. Tun Mahathir Mohamad
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Elections won: 5Terms served: More than five termsTotal time as Prime Minister: 22 years and 107 days. (During his first stint – we’ll discuss him further again later.)
Dr Mahathir was sworn in as prime minister after the resignation of Hussein Onn.
During his first tenure as Prime Minister, Malaysia experienced a period of rapid modernisation and economic growth leading to him being referred to as the Father of Modernisation.
Mahathir shockingly announced he would be stepping down as Prime Minister in June 2002 and finally left office in Oct 2003, choosing his deputy at the time, Abdullah Ahmad Badawi, as his successor.
5. Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi
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Elections won: 2Terms served: Slightly over one termTotal time as Prime Minister: 5 years and 154 days
Known affectionately as Pak Lah, Abdullah Ahmad Badawi is also referred to as the Father of Human Capital Development for his contributions and commitment in developing human capital.
After winning his second election with a reduced majority, Abdullah faced heavy pressure to step down by those within his party, including his predecessor Mahathir.
By July 2008, Abdullah announced that he would step down as Prime Minister in June and handed in his resignation letter to the Yang di-Pertuan Agong in April 2009.
6. Datuk Seri Najib Razak
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Elections won: 1Terms served: Almost 2 terms Total time as Prime Minister: 9 years and 37 days
Najib was sworn in as Prime Minister one day after Abdullah Ahmad Badawi handed in his resignation letter to the Yang di-Pertuan Agong.
He is referred to as the Father of Transformation due to his focus on domestic economic issues, political reform and transformation policies during his time in office.
Najib lost his position as Prime Minister after losing during the general elections.
His loss was highly attributed to his ties with the 1MDB scandal and the implementation of GST during his term.
7. Tun Mahathir Mohamad
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Elections won: 1Terms served: Less than 1 termTotal time as Prime Minister:  1 year, 290 days (6 days as interim PM from 24th February 2020 to 1 March 2020)
Mahathir became the country’s Prime Minister again after 15 years of retirement after he joined the opposition coalition, Pakatan Harapan, and ran as its prime ministerial candidate.
8. Tan Sri Mahiaddin Md Yasin @ Muhyiddin Yassin
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Elections won: 0Terms served: Less than 1 termTotal time as Prime Minister: 17 and a half months and serving as the Caretaker PM beginning 16 August 2021.
Tan Sri Mahiaddin Md. Yasin was made Malaysia’s 8th Prime Minister following the fall of the Pakatan Harapan government in 2020 and held the position for a total of 17 months and a half between 1 March 2020 to 16 August 2021.
Mahiaddin and his entire Cabinet resigned following months of political turmoil as well as the Covid-19 crisis.
The former premier was elected as Malaysia’s Caretaker Prime Minister by the Agong before a new PM can be installed.

In the history of Malaysia, only Mahathir and Tunku Abdul Rahman served more than two terms. Mahathir served the most, about six terms in total.
If the Bill is passed, Malaysia will join Indonesia, the Philippines and Vietnam as the only Southeast Asian countries to practice presidential term limits, similar to Russia and the United States.

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PBM To Stand Alone In GE15 After Denied Entry Into BN

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Parti Bangsa Malaysia (PBM) will contest the 15th General Election (GE15) using its own logo after being snubbed by Barisan Nasional (BN).

The party founder Datuk Larry Sng said that despite BN’s decision, PBM would continue to be BN-friendly and will re-apply to join the coalition post-GE15.
“PBM respects BN’s decision not to admit the party into the coalition now and we shall contest GE15 under our own logo instead. We will revisit our application to join BN after the election,” Sng wrote on his Facebook yesterday.

He also added that PBM will not limit itself to contest in the seats it previously held, adding that not all incumbent representatives will be nominated as the party’s candidate for the 19 November general election.
In an earlier post, the incumbent Julau MP said that he is still the official PBM president and will be the only authorised office bearer to sign the credentials for the party’s candidates contesting in GE15.

“(In) GE15, I will be contesting under the PBM ticket. As president of the party, I have never resigned from my position nor relinquished my party membership.
“This party has its roots originated from Sabah and Sarawak. It is important that our voices and representation are not ignored or marginalised.”
“As for the status of PBM’s other candidates for GE15, it is a matter which I will announce in the coming days.”
He also appeared to downplay the previous announcement by party leaders about PBM’s presidency, dismissing it as “mere speculations”.
“The official announcement will be made by myself and only I will sign the watikah (appointment letter) for PBM in GE15.”
On 8 October, PBM secretary-general Nor Hiizwan Ahmad announced that caretaker plantation industries and commodities minister Datuk Zuraida Kamaruddin had replaced Sng as the party’s new president.
Both Sng and Zuraida, the incumbent Ampang MP, were previously from PKR.
Zuraida was named as the PBM president-designate by Sng on 10 June, just weeks after joining the party from Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu).
READ MORE: Zuraida Is PBM’s New President-Designate A Few Weeks After Jumping Ship From Bersatu

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[WATCH] Driver Of Yellow Myvi Crawls Out After Being Absolutely CRUSHED By Runaway Lorry

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Viral videos of a horrific car accident involving 7 cars and a lorry spread around social media. The accident happened in the afternoon on Jalan Ipoh, KL.

Several different videos surfaced from the dashcams of nearby cars that showed the crash.
The videos showed a large yellow lorry that seemed to be out control, slamming into a row of cars waiting at the traffic light. We counted a total of 7 cars affected in the pile-up.
TRIGGER WARNING pic.twitter.com/7Z6WsMM1hN— anthraxxx781 (@anthraxxx781) September 6, 2021
A yellow Myvi was completely crumpled as it took the full force of the lorry. However, its driver was seen climbing out of the wreckage after passersby managed to pry open a gap for him to crawl through.
Pantang maut sebelum ajal. Lelaki terselamat selepas keretanya antara yang dirempuh lori di Jalan Ipoh, KL. Kereta mangsa remuk akibat rempuhan.@BuletinTV3 Kredit video orang awam pic.twitter.com/SgQZFG3LbP— Ing Boon Seng (@boonNewsMPB) September 6, 2021
UPDATE: The driver was later found to be on drugs.
READ MORE: Lorry Driver In Jalan Ipoh Chain Accident Found To Be On Drugs

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Driven to Extinction: The Tragedy of Malaysiaâ€™s Sumatran Rhino

UPDATE: Iman reportedly passed away on 23 November 2019. The death was a natural one, with the immediate cause being categorised as shock.
Authorities are hoping that they can still obtain egg cells from Iman and proceed with the Malaysia-Indonesia collaboration. However, the memorandum has yet to be signed.
The Sabah Wildlife Department has announced plans to preserve Imanâ€™s carcass and hand it over to the Sabah Museum.
Kertam, Malaysiaâ€™s last male Sumatran rhino had also been preserved after he died earlier this year.

With a thin coat of iron-tinged hair and a lifestyle adapted to the mountainous rainforests of our region, the Sumatran rhinos are the smallest rhino on earth.
They are also the most endangered rhino species. Sumatran rhinos are split into about a dozen subpopulations based on their geographical location and have no gene exchange.

Picture credit: National Geographic

In fact, the remaining rhinos are so separated that experts believe isolation threatens to wipe them out completely in Indonesia.
Basically already extinct in Malaysia.
We are currently losing the one and only remaining member of our Sumatran rhino species. Iman, the only surviving Sumatran rhino in Malaysia is dying from a non-malignant uterine tumour that has spread to her urinary bladder.Â

Iman when she was still healthy (Picture credit: National Geographic)

In April 2019, Malaysia reportedly had three remaining Sumatran rhinos left in captivity, with the species found to be completely wiped out in the wilderness.
The three rhinos left were Iman, another female named Puntung and one male rhino named Kertam. All three rhinos were kept at the Borneo Rhino Sanctuary in Tabin Wildlife Reserve, Lahad Datu.

Since then, Kertam, who was in his 30s, passed away due to old age and multiple organ failures in May.

Kertam on the day he died. (Picture credit: Twitter/Asia News)

Today, we bid farewell to Tam, our last surviving male Sumatran #rhino. Our hearts are filled with sadness as we mourn the loss of a species. With Tam gone, we now only have Iman left, our last female rhino. Let the loss of Tam be the wakeup call. Our #wildlife needs protection pic.twitter.com/3E6LbY5EzNâ€” WWF-Malaysia (@WWFMy) May 27, 2019

Meanwhile, 25-year-old Puntung was euthanised in June due to a squamous cell cancer that resulted in a large tumour on her face which rendered her unable to breathe or vocalise, and in so much pain that her condition was declining quickly.
 The large tumour on Puntungs face before she died. (Credit: The Borneo Post)
Iman, whose condition was declining earlier this year appeared to be recovering in August after receiving treatment for her uterine tumour.
Iman already had the tumour when she was captured.
In March 2014, vets discovered Iman’s tumour from ultrasound tests after initially thinking the tumour was a pregnancy.
FYI, due to a quirk in their biology, female rhinos that go too long without breeding develop problems in their reproductive tracts that can prevent future successful pregnancies.

Picture credit: National Geographic

Governments of Malaysia and Indonesia joined hands to save the species
As Iman recovered, Malaysia and Indonesia discussed possibly saving the species through a Sumatran rhino breeding programme.
The plan was to extract Imanâ€™s ovums and fertilise them with sperm cells from a male Sumatran rhino from Indonesia through in-vitro fertilisation (IVF).

The fertilised ovum would then be placed into a surrogate, another female Sumatran rhino from Indonesia.
Our only hope to keep the Bornean Sumatran rhino genes alive.
However, the agreement is still in the works, with rhino experts still awaiting the Indonesian and Malaysian governments to complete the administrative process.
Now it looks like we might be losing Iman sooner than we thought as Sabah Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Christina Liew recently announced that Imanâ€™s condition is deteriorating.

Iman, Malaysiaâ€™s last Sumatran rhino (Picture credit: The Star)

According to her vets, halting the growth of these tumours or removing them through surgery is impossible and too dangerous as there would be inevitable major blood loss that could kill her immediately.
Christina Liew has said that the state government would expedite the legality processes with their Indonesian counterparts for the IVF.
Letâ€™s hope Iman holds on long enough for a successful IVF, sheâ€™s our only hope for the survival of the species now.

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2 Malaysian Teachers Shortlisted For Varkey Foundation Global Teacher Prize 2020

Two Malaysian teachers were among the final 50 educators shortlisted for the Varkey Foundation Global Teacher Prize 2020.
Samuel Isaiah, 33, was from Sekolah Kebangsaan Runchang in Pahang. Earlier last year, he went viral for the unique and engaging way he taught Orang Asli children English, through songs and dance.

Affectionately known as Teacher Sam, he had to say goodbye to his students when he decided to pursue further studies in the State University of New York for two years to pursue a Master’s degree in Educational Policy and Leadership. He is also one of five Malaysians to receive a Fulbright scholarship.
Norhailmi Abdul Mutalib, 39, is from SMK Jerlun in Kedah. He is a high school science teacher and an active blogger who writes on educational issues. He was also an Excellent Teacher Award recipient.
Norhailmi and his students.(Credit: Facebook)
He uses collaboration techniques to make sure students learn well. The percentages of students who scored A in Science at his school increased from 3.9% in 2015 to 29.85% in 2017.
Over the last few weeks, in a world turned upside down, weâ€™ve been daily reminded how much we rely on the world’s teachers. Now, more than ever, we must shine a light on their profession. Global Teacher Prize Finalist Announcement
The Global Teacher Prize is a $1 million award given to an exceptional teacher who has made an outstanding contribution to the professin.
Candidates are teachers who have achieved exceptional results in student learning and won the respect of the community through activities beyond the classroom. They will have been role models to other teachers in their community work and opened up access to quality education for children of all backgrounds and prepared young people to be ‘global citizens’.
All over the world, education has had to shift dramatically due to restricted movement orders from various countries. Institutions and classrooms have had to move online in a matter of days without jeopardizing students’ education.
If you have a teacher who you think deserves the prize for next year, visit their website here for more information.

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The Car Swerved To Avoid A Dog On The Road, Netizens Think The Driver Was Speeding

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A viral TikTok video recently roused the curiosity of netizens simply because the ‘accident’ path looked strange and slightly comical.

The video traced the number of obstacles such as trees, hedges and also fences mowed down by what seems to be a huge vehicle before ending up with a view of a dented white car close to a lake.
According to Harian Metro, a driver rented the car via Socar and tried to avoid hitting a stray dog that tried to cross the road along Jalan Persiaran Tasik Cyberjaya around 5am on 17 March.
The driver then lost control of the car and almost drove right into Tasik Putrajaya.
  @richardker.tiktok Weird accident in Cyberjaya #cyberjaya ♬ Oh No – Kreepa
The driver did not suffer any injuries and had notified Socar about the accident. The car was towed to the Sepang district police station and the driver was told to lodge a police report.
At first glance, many netizens thought it was an accident caused by a Perodua Myvi due to the vehicle’s notorious reputation for getting into crazy situations and feats. They were glad that no Myvis were involved this time around.
Netizens were also glad that they were no joggers nearby. If not, the number of casualties might be higher.

However, not everyone was convinced that the driver tried to avoid a dog.
A netizen claimed that there were no stray dogs in the area while another netizen said the driver must have driven at high speeds.
This was because if the driver drove slower, they could have avoided knocking down so many things all the way to the bottom of the road where the lake is.

Despite the report, it still remains a curious case for some netizens and they’re not buying the driver’s story.
That said, it’s still a good reminder to drive carefully at a safe speed.

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Johor Senior Citizen Burns Down House After Landlord Told Him To Leave

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An elderly man is believed to have set his rented house on fire because he was not satisfied after being ordered out by the owner of the house at Jalan Maju 3, Taman Pelangi, Johor Baru last night.

Larkin Fire and Rescue Station (BPP) Chief Deputy Fire Superintendent Mohd Suhaimi Abdul Jamal said they received information through an emergency call at 12.10am and mobilised 28 firemen being assisted by BPP Tebrau.
The fire is believed to have started in the living room part of the house and based on information from nearby neighbours, the man in his 60s set fire to his rented house before fleeing.Chief Deputy Fire Superintendent Mohd Suhaimi Abdul Jamal
Credit: JBPM Johor
After Bomba left, the old man returned to BURN IT AGAIN
According to Mohd Suhaimi, the fire brigade had managed to control the fire. However, they had to rush back to the scene after getting information that the individual involved returned and tried to burn the house again.
Upon arriving at the scene, firefighters found that there were two single-storey terrace houses on fire with one of them destroyed by 80 per cent, while the house next door burned 10 per cent.
The operation to put out the fire ended around 1.44am.
We managed to arrest the individual involved who disturbed the fire brigade in carrying out their duties and was handed over to the Taman Pelangi Police Station.Chief Deputy Fire Superintendent Mohd Suhaimi Abdul Jamal
Credit: JBPM Johor
He said based on information from nearby neighbours, the arsonist had a wife and children in Singapore and was suspected of having mental problems.
 Johor Bahru Selatan Police Chief ACP Mohd Padzli Mohd Zain confirmed the incident with Bernama, stating that inventigations are ongoing.
ACP Padzli said police are looking for witnesses to assist with the investigation and the case is being investigated under Section 436 of the Penal Code/25 (1) (n) National Registration Rules 1990 for causing mischief by fire with intent to destroy.

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Tired Of Being Ignored By Authorities, Residents Perform Prayers Around Massive Pothole

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Potholes on the roads are a global problem in any city. For some reason, it’s tough for everyone in the world to get a hold of the proper authorities to take action.

Locals in Bengaluru have resorted to creative ideas such as planting paddy and boating on roads with potholes to draw attention from the authorities.
Despite their best efforts, they couldn’t get the authorities to fix more than 100 potholes along Charles Campbell Road.
Having had enough of being ignored, the Bharathinagar Residents Forum performed a special yagna and pooja around one of the potholes.
According to The Indian Express, they placed flower garlands around the potholes on the roads on Tuesday morning.
They even lit incense sticks and performed rituals. Their ingenious plan quickly went viral online.
Potholes are aplenty in Malaysia too
There are plenty of potholes on Malaysia’s roads as well. Back in December 2020, Khairy Jamaluddin, who was the Science, Technology and Innovation Minister then, took a rough tumble after hitting a pothole while cycling.
However, the Kuala Langat Public Works Department (JKR Kuala Langat) was quick to repair the road and was lambasted by netizens for the double standards.
READ MORE: M’sians Call Out Double Standard On JKR’s Quick Response To KJ’s Accident
A few days after Khairy took a tumble, a 75-year-old man hit a pothole while travelling along Jalan Connaught towards Mid Valley Megamall from Cheras.
Unfortunately, the man died immediately on impact.
READ MORE: 75YO Elderly Man Dies After Motorbike Skidded Over Pothole In Cheras
According to Today Online, the Science, Technology and Innovation Deputy Minister Abu Bakar Mohamad Diah had to pull a similar prayer stunt to get the local authorities to fix the potholes at Jalan Bukit Berlian, Bukit Rambai on 20 February.
In October 2021, the Federal Territories Minister Datuk Seri Shahidan Kassim announced that the rakyat could contact him and his Deputy, Datuk Seri Jalaluddin Alias or the KL mayor Datuk Seri Mahadi Che Ngah if they see any potholes.
READ MORE: Call Me If You See Potholes In KL, Says FT Minister
While it was a laudable gesture, Shahidan was inundated with more than 1,000 calls and it jammed his phone.
According to Malaysiakini, Shadidan said he received all sorts of phone calls, not only about calls relating to potholes.
The calls he received included applications to get into the People’s Housing Programme (PPR) and requests for financial aid.
Despite the neverending calls, Shahidan said he intends to answer every call and asked the rakyat to send him a text message if he missed their call.

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Those Affected By Major Power Outage Can Claim Rebate From TNB Soon

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Consumers, especially traders, who were affected by the major power outage on 27 July might be able to get rebates from Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB).

According to Bernama, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources (KeTSA) Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan said affected account users, such as traders, can submit claims by stating the amount of loss suffered.
However, I will table the detailed information on the rebate in Parliament on 4 August 2022.Minister of Energy and Natural Resources (KeTSA) Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan
Takiyuddin also praised TNB for its swift action in restoring the power supply within two hours and 21 minutes.
The power outage was caused by an equipment failure at the Yong Peng North Main Input Substation (PMU) in Johor. The videos that went viral showed the equipment on fire.
The damage resulted in a load loss of 2.2 gigawatts (GW), which is 10% of the total supply demand in Peninsular Malaysia.
READ MORE: [UPDATED] Power Cut? It’s Not Just You. Malaysians Report Blackouts Across The Country
READ MORE: TNB: Power Is Fully Restored In All Affected Areas
Due to the damage, TNB had to maintain energy stability and was forced to ration supply to certain areas that were not critical.
At the same time, hospitals, airports and the parliament which was having a sitting that day did not experience any disruption.Minister of Energy and Natural Resources (KeTSA) Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan
About one million domestic, industrial and commercial account users were affected by the power outage that started around 12.39pm that day.

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IKEA Now Sells Green Turtle Red Bean Pau And It’s SO CUTE

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The first thing that comes to mind, other than furniture, is the meatballs when you think of IKEA Malaysia.

But now, they’re introducing a brand new absolutely adorable food item to their menu: green turtle pau with red bean filling!
        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by IKEA Malaysia (@ikeamalaysia)
According to the post, the turtle pau is filled with red bean paste and will only be available for a limited time. However, it seems like it will be available at all Ikea Malaysia branches nationwide.
This isn’t the first time Ikea has introduced fun limited-time food items. Previously, they also had black ice cream and black hot dogs.
READ MORE: IKEA Malaysia Launches New Black-Themed Hot Dogs & Ice Cream Promotion!

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Petaling MP Says Dataran Rally Was For Malaysians, Gets Thousands Of Comments About SOP Violations

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Petaling MP Maria Chin Abdullah’s statement defending the recent Dataran Merdeka rally by Members of Parliament (MPs) were heavily criticised by Malaysians who questioned why the MPs are acting in such a manner during a pandemic.

She recently posted a statement on Facebook, saying that despite the comments saying that MPs didn’t follow Covid-19 SOPs, they had to do it in order to save the country.
Many comment that there is no SOP. Sure but in this situation I am of the view that saving this country is more important. We are all worried – you think we are not. In such a situation where you are surrounded by SBs, police, FRUs, black Mariah, media – we were all push to a corner as they try to block us. I make no excuse. If we are afraid and not come out it is a disservice to the nation.Petaling MP Maria Chin Abdullah
MPs recently gathered at Dataran Merdeka in protest after they were denied from entering Parliament.
According to reports, around 107 MPs have been called in to give their statements to the police related to the rally after reports were lodged.

Malaysians were critical
Thousands of commenters were unimpressed with the showing, saying that it doesn’t help Malaysians who are staying at home to stop the spread of Covid-19 and frontliners who have to contend with current healthcare crisis.
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Some even said that if they actually were thinking about helping their constituencies, they wouldn’t even have time to gather and rally.
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While there were some who said that it’s better to fight the pandemic first and then give the chance for the rakyat to choose who they think is fit to lead the country.
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e-Filing For Income Tax Starts On 1 March, Says IRB

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Tax season is here as the Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia (IRB) announced that the submission of the Return Form for Remuneration Year 2020 and Year of Assessment 2020 through e-Filing for Forms E, BE, B, M, BT, MT, TF and TP can be done starting 1 March.

Taxpayers can access the e-Filing system through the IRB’s official portal at www.hasil.gov.my.
After that, you’ll have to click on MyTax on the top bar and search for ezHasil Services to do your e-Filing.
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They said that those who want log in for the first time to the e-Filing system will need to get a PIN number by visiting their nearest IRB branch or via online through the Feedback Form on the their portal.
If you’ve forgotten your e-Filing password, you can reset it online – via e-mail or mobile phone number that’s registered with the IRB.
For those who are still having problems resetting their e-Filing password, they can call 03-8911 1000 (Domestic) / 603-8911 1100 (Overseas) or visit a nearby IRB branch.
This year, IRB estimates they will receive 530,000 E Forms and 3.27 million BE, B, BT, M and MT forms for Remuneration Year 2020.
For more information regarding the Return Form (RF) Filing Programme For The Year 2020, you can refer to IRB’s official website.
IRB also advised taxpayers to submit the Return Form and pay their income tax within the prescribed period to avoid any penalty for late submission.

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[Watch] Father Enthusiastically Guides Daughter For Her Dance Performance From The Crowd

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Some fathers are like superheroes. Some are like bodyguards. What they have in common is that they would go to great lengths for their kids, even if it means, being a Bollywood dance instructor.

Recently, a woman on TikTok (@kakngah8586) shared a heartwarming video of a father supporting his daughter at her dance recital.
The video, posted yesterday, has since gone viral with 88 K likes and 825 K views at the time of writing.
  @kakngah8586 Salute ayah dia sbb sanggup blajar step anak menari & always ada kat situ dari mula smpai akhir 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 and mata anak dia x lepas dari tgk ayah dia 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 #anamuslimpreschoolcyberjaya #kidsdanceclass #fypシ #fatherdaughterdance #fatherdaughterlove_never_ends ♬ original sound  – Misz Dila
With various performances from various preschoolers, one performance caught the attention of the public because of this father’s enthusiastic efforts to support his daughter.
It is understood that this was a dance recital at Ana Muslim Preschool in Cyberjaya called the Ana Muslim Preschool Graduation & Year-End Concert 2022. Check the Facebook account for more cute pictures of the dance recital.

In the video, the father, standing in the crowd is seen guiding his daughter with her Bollywood dance moves. What’s amazing was that he even remembered all the steps of the dance.
Even though there was a teacher to guide them in the crowd, the little girl was looking straight at her father for help on the steps. Now that’s what we call father-daughter bonding.

Netizens found it sweet
A lot of people in the comments were touched by the encouraging act of the father. Most of them praised him for being a good dad to his daughter and some even reminisced about their own father-and-daughter moments.
“The daughter is totally focused on her father, it’s so cute!”

“What a strong support system. Bravo daddy & daughter.”

“She didn’t even look at her teacher. What an outgoing dad.”

“Now I wanna cry. Good job to the father.”

“This is so sweet. I remembered my niece’s dance recital not long ago. Her dance partner was absent during the performance and she had to dance alone. But suddenly her dad came up to the stage and danced with her. He even remembered all the steps. I cried watching that.”

Even if he doesn’t have your hand, he has your back. Things like these make you remember all your happy memories with your father when you were little. Now let’s give them a call or a hug to show how we appreciate them!
Speaking of fatherly love, here are some heartwarming stories about fathers and their kids that’ll get you going aww…
READ MORE: [Watch] Dad Makes A Surprise Visit To See His Daughter At Work, Netizens Moved By Heartwarming Video
READ MORE: Local Food Rider Carries His Baby During Work, Netizens Touched By Father’s Sacrifice
READ MORE: [Watch] “As Long As They’re Happy” Father Brings Home Discarded Toy For His Kids And Isn’t Embarrassed About It
READ MORE: Father Salvaging A Thrown-Away Teddy Bear For His Child Brings Tears To Netizens

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‘Injured’ Tigers At Kwai Chai Hong Become A Public Teaching Opportunity

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Malaysian artist Alice Chang Oi Lai’s sculptures, named The Malayan Tiger Family, were made to highlight the importance of saving the Malayan tiger.

It was proudly displayed at Kwai Chai Hong in Chinatown on 13 January, serving as a popular spot for photo opportunities too.
Sadly, the artworks which were supposed to educate the public about protecting tigers were harmed instead.
The tiger sculptures that were made from metal frames and metal mesh were quickly trampled on three occasions.
CCTV footage showed people damaging the art sculptures on 17 January, 20 January and 29 January by attempting to sit on the tigers, as reported by Malay Mail.
Our CCTV witnessed people trying to step on the tail to lift themselves up to ride on the sculpture.The Kwai Chai Hong team wrote in their Facebook post.

Lai, as she’s fondly known by clients, was shocked when she found out what happened to her artworks.
Despite feeling sad, she met up with the Kwai Chai Hong team and they quickly decided to use their next step as a teaching experience.
Instead of repairing the sculptures, they decided to bandage the damaged areas to show the public how they harmed the tigers and how their irresponsible actions are irreversible on ‘fake’ tigers and public art too.
The team also made a natural and jungle-like barrier to protect the sculptures using fallen tree branches, rocks and stones.
Netizens laud the positive teaching moment
Netizens lauded the team’s decision to turn a negative moment into a positive lesson.
They also surmised that it was the lack of education that was the cause of the art vandalism.
The netizens encouraged others to appreciate the public artwork and to learn from the experience too.

It’s not the first time
Incidents like these show that Malaysians still have a long way to go when it comes to appreciating art in public spaces due to the lack of awareness, opportunity and education.
Just this week, art murals along Kuantan Art Street were vandalized. The murals were defaced with drain holes drilled in and extra accessories added such as a skateboard.
The wooden table which was part of a kopitiam mural scene was broken too.
A tourist was also caught on CCTV for climbing on top of the bicycle installation that was part of the mural.
READ MORE: Kuantan Art Street Murals Vandalised, Vandals Still At Large

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The Bizarre, Sporty, And Truly Malaysian World Records We Have Broken

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Paralympian Muhammad Ziyad Zolkefli would have smashed the record in Shot Put for hurling a solid iron ball at a distance of 17.94m, an achievement far greater than that by able-bodied athletes too.

Unfortunately, he was disqualified in what many Malaysians are calling unjust.
Read More: TLDR: How Malaysia Lost A Controversial Gold Medal At The 2020 Tokyo Paralympics
Ziyad’s solid performance and display of true grit and resilience however is something quite prominent in Malaysians in our quest for excellence and breaking records.
Here are a few bizarre, sporty and truly Malaysian world records we have made and broken before, and boy are they something to talk about.
Most costume change illusions in one minute
The total number of costume changes in one minute that made the Guinness World Records was 24 and was achieved by Avery Chin and Sylvia Lim (aka Avery & Sylvia) in George Town, Penang on 2 September 2017.
The attempt was in conjunction with Malaysia’s 60th Merdeka celebrations. Watch the mind-blowin’ feat here:

Most people in a mobile phone game relay
On 11 June 2011, Nokia (Malaysia) gathered 2,030 people in Kuala Lumpur to play ‘Angry Birds’ continuously with each participant clearing or failing one level of the game, for a total of 10 hours.
Why? It was a marketing ploy to strengthen the association between the highly popular game at the time and their new smartphones.
Highest standing jump (one leg)

While the first two mentioned records are unique achievements, there comes a time when a Malaysian comes along to break an existing one.
This record was broken by Harinder Sekhon, who jumped 1.384 m on one leg on 23 May 2021.
The previous record-holder was an American football player.
Read More: Malaysian Mathematics Teacher Breaks Guinness World Records For Jumping
Fastest badminton hit (male)

As expected in sport, Malaysia has to be somewhere when it comes to breaking records in badminton.
On 28 May 2013, former World No. 1 Malaysian professional badminton player in the men’s doubles event Tan Boon Heong, recorded the fastest ever badminton hit measuring 493 km/h (306.34 mph) at a gymnasium at Yonex Co., Ltd. plant, in Soka, Saitama, Japan.
Longest line of nasi lemak bungkus (wraps)
(Credit: Guinness World Records)
In truly Malaysian fashion, food and restaurant review website HungryGoWhere launched in the Malaysia market officially on 24 August 2013 by lining up 11,315 nasi lemak parcels or wraps at the Sunway Pyramid ice-skating rink.
Each nasi lemak packet had a quarter cup of rice, 1 slice of cucumber, half a boiled egg, a soup spoon of sambal belacan and was wrapped in banana leaves.
If you’re wondering what happened to the nasi lemak after, 7,000 of the packets were distributed to various charities and people at the mall.

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[WATCH] Teaser Trailer About Buzz Lightyear Drops And Leaves Many Millennials In Tears

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Toy Story has been and will always be one of the most iconic Pixar animations for the way it grew with you from the very first one in 1995 to its swansong in 2019.

While we sadly said goodbye to all the toys knowing we will never experience their adventures again or live through heart-warming stories behind the complex relationship they had with their owner Andy (and themselves) – there is light at the end of the tunnel – literally.
The teaser trailer for “Lightyear” was released recently and will tell the story of the ‘real’ person behind one of Toy Story’s loveable characters Buzz Lightyear.
Released by Disney and Pixar, the iconic toy and character will be voiced by Chris Evans with Evans tweeting the teaser that got many millennials breaking out in goosebumps.
I’m covered in goosebumps. And will be every time I watch this trailer. Or hear a Bowie song. Or have any thought whatsoever between now and July cause nothing has ever made me feel more joy and gratitude than knowing I’m a part of this and it’s basically always on my mind💙🚀💫 pic.twitter.com/bq5573GcrM— Chris Evans (@ChrisEvans) October 27, 2021
‘Millennial nostalgia’ set for summer 2022
In Evan’s tweet, he writes “I’m covered in goosebumps” when describing the teaser.
And why not? Everything about it is epic, from the amazing graphics which people are calling a ‘visual masterpiece’ to the perfect choice of music with David Bowie’s classic “Starman” playing in the 1+ minute teaser that makes us want more.
But despite the highly anticipated release, there are still some fans who are upset that Chris Evans is replacing Tim Allen as the voice of Buzz Lightyear.

Even some Malaysians are a bit taken aback by it.
So apparently Chris Evans gonna voice Buzz. Excited at 1st then i realized why they don't continue with Tim Allen? https://t.co/Q23Ut6EvEr— Alia Liverpool (@AliaLiverpool) October 27, 2021
Well this Malaysian thinks it’s a good move. You’ve got to remember that “Lightyear” the movie is about the space ranger, and not the toy so it makes sense to use another voice.
According to CNN, the movie is set for release on 17 June 2022. And with other big releases in the past, Malaysia can probably expect a release date around then too.

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Tsutaya In Pavi Bukit Jalil Is More Than Just A Bookstore; It’s The Whole Aesthetic!

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After months of anticipation, yesterday marks the launch of the first Tsutaya Bookstore in Pavilion Bukit Jalil, the first of its kind in Southeast Asia and the 5th outlet worldwide outside of Malaysia.

READ MORE: Japan’s Largest Bookstore Chain To Open In Pavilion Bukit Jalil
What Is It
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Tsutaya Bookstore is the largest bookstore chain in Japan, known not only for its wide-ranging choices of books but also for a place of rich culture and elevated lifestyle.
With the new outlet here, they have a variety of sections and book genres, from movies to design, gardening to cooking, politics to business and everything in between perfect for both book lovers and non-bookish people alike.
What Can You Do There
Read and buy books
Of course, the main point of a bookstore is to buy books. But do you know that you can read them first here? If you like em, buy em! If you don’t, try another one and see if you’ll like that one.
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Some of the genres of books here include language, literature, comics, humanity, travel, art, magazine, workstyle, lifestyle, food and also children.
Chill at the In-Store Cafe
Well, if you’re gonna read books, you’ll likely have to find a spot to sit and focus, right? Don’t worry, you can chill at their cafe and lounge area that seats around 90 guests.
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Grab a freshly brewed coffee or a Kyoto Matcha drink and pair it off with their signature Dorayaki or Fruit Parfait while focusing on chapter two or three of your novel.
Browse the pretty merch and fine art decorative goods
They don’t just sell fine-art stationery like notebooks and pens here, guys. They go extra!
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They have several extensive Art sections which feature Japanese arts from paper cutting artwork to wood marquetry, ceramic cups to chef knives, and plenty more! It’s like walking in an art gallery tbh.
Bring your little book readers
They also have a big section for children’s books (with the largest children’s edutainment selection in any bookstore in Msia) and a cheery treehouse-inspired Learning Room.
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Children can have parents read to them there or play with toys to encourage cognitive development.
Take aesthetic pictures
With floor-to-ceiling bookshelves lined with over 240, 000 books, there’s bound to be plenty of attractive spots for those OOTD enthusiasts.
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We mean, the followers gotta know that you love books, right?
Come for community events
Apart from having a perfect place for remote studying and working, they also have event spaces to host activities such as storytelling competitions, colouring competitions, arts and crafts classes and workshops for both kids and adults.
Additionally, they do not categorise the sections according to language (English, Malay, Simplified Chinese & Japan) but they do categorize them by lifestyle interest.
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This means that for example, they’ll be books in several languages in the travel section, which enables guests from different cultural backgrounds to mix and enjoy the bookstore experience together.
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So, if you’re keen to check out some new books or just wanna chill at a cafe, head on to Pavilion Bukit Jalil and visit this conducive bookstore! It’s suitable for all ages, from the younger generation to the older generation.
Tsutaya Bookstore
Address: Lot2.89.00, Level 2 (Orange Zone), Pavilion Bukit Jalil.
Operating Hours: 10 am – 10 pm

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Seeking RM650 Million, 650 Account Holders File Class Action Suit Against CIMB

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Some 650 CIMB account holders have filed a suit amounting to RM650 million against CIMB bank on a class-action basis.

They are suing the bank following the issue of processing errors that caused their accounts to be frozen.
According to FMT, the claim also includes costs to cover the risks faced by account holders.
The bank was said to have taken around RM1,007,702.91 from the customers’ accounts as per its debt recovery process.
What Is A Class Action Suit?
Class action suits are simply civil lawsuits with one key difference – the plaintiffs.
In the complaint of a class action suit, the plaintiffs would claim to represent a class of people who had been supposedly aggrieved by the defendants.
Thus, the plaintiffs are seeking the court’s intervention to arrive at a proper solution.
Should the court decide in the plaintiff’s favour, then everyone in a similar predicament (that is, the same ‘class’) is entitled to a claim on the award.
In this case, the customers are demanding a minimum of RM1 million in compensation for each affected account holder.
They also applied to the High Court to revoke the account freeze seven days after the decision.
The customers are also seeking other general, exemplary, and aggravated damages with an interest of 5% per annum from the day the suit was filed and costs.
If the plaintiffs lose the case, they alone would have to bear the costs awarded by the court.
Under Malaysian law, class action suits are known as ‘representative action’ suits, and are provided for under Order 15, Rule 12 of the Rules of Court 2012.
  @azroyazlan79 CIMB BEKUKAN AKAUN 11,000 PENGGUNA SEWENANG2NYA #cimbscammer #ppim ♬ original sound  – Azroy Azlan
Right To Fair Treatment
The primary purpose of the claim is to defend the rights of CIMB account holders who are affected due to money restrictions and a certain level of debt.
The bank’s action to debit money from the account is illegal and violates the rules involving financial institutions in the country.
It is also seen to conflict with the regulations of Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM).
According to lawyer Nazmi Mohd Zaini, who represented all 650 account holders in the lawsuit, he would apply for a similar suit as filed last month by 12 account holders against CIMB to be tried alongside the latest case.
26 people were named to represent the 650 account holders in the latest suit.
Previously, CIMB had executed a counter-suit against 12 individuals, seeking a total of RM1.39 million following the failure of consumers to notify the inadvertent credit entry in their accounts.
READ MORE: CIMB Counter-Sues 12 Customers For Duplicate Credit Errors, Wants RM1.39 Million

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Redeem Your RM50 ePenjana Credit By Downloading MySejahtera App

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News that Malaysians will be getting another RM50 e-wallet credit under the Penjana  initiative to aid in the recovery of the economy was warmly welcomed. Now, however, it seems that to redeem the RM50, you must first download the MySejahtera app on your phone.
The MySejahtera app was developed by the government to assist in managing the Covid-19 outbreak in Malaysia. It has real-time updates on the number of active, recovered, and fatal cases. It helps to keep track of hotspots and high-risk zones, letting you check-in at shops that you are visiting, and determines if you need to take additional precautions if you are a high-risk individual.
Screenshot of the MySejahtera app’s updated statistics on Covid-19 cases in the country.(Credit: MySejahtera)
In an effort to get more people to use the app, the government set the new MySejahtera app as a requirement to redeem the RM50 e-wallet credit. Once you have the app, the RM50 credit is expected to be credited directly to verified e-wallet partners starting in July until September 2020.
However, netizens are finding it frustrating to register on the app, as high traffic after the requirement announcement caused the app to crash. Over 700,000 registrations were received in a single minute.
Since then, the registration process has been broken down into batches to ensure the stability of the app. However, this means that you would need to wait awhile for your registration to be processed.
Registrations will be processed in batches to keep the app from crashing, so you will need to wait a while before you can use the application.(Credit: MySejahtera)
Netizens have also raised concerns with the security on the application. They noticed that the app uses the phone’s location tracking to record where you go, which some users found intrusive.
However, others were worried about the data safety, stating that it could be dangerous if the location tracking data was hacked by outside forces.
The app could be safe, but my concern is with data safety within the govt’s network frame. As the app is meant to track movement, if foreign elements are able to tap into this, they too could track our movement.— Brian (@brianlian) June 8, 2020
Other Malaysians also wondered why we have so many different systems record our movements. The SElangkah QR code by the Selangor government that people can scan with their phone to automatically check-in has been deemed sufficiently effective since there is no need for additional app download or permissions.
Stores are using QR codes as a contactless way to record customers and maintain social distancing.(Credit: TRP)
Still, the MySejahtera app seems to be a good way to get official updates from the government- plus, it allows you to get the RM50 e-wallet credit. Just note that the ePenjana credit can only be used for offline and physical purchases at shops to aid in recovering the economy.

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Cheeky MCO2.0 And Darurat Memes Flood Social Media

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The internet generation processes trauma through memes, so naturally the MCO2.0 and State of Emergency that was announced last night and this morning respectively were prime meme material.

Once Malaysians had woken up sufficiently, they took to the humourous internet language to share their thoughts in one succinct image.
Here are a few of our favourites:
1) Our national bomoh needs to make a comeback, if only to lift our spirits a little bit.
The only man who can save us all right now #darurat #PKP pic.twitter.com/hc5WXI4JXp— Mohan (@itsjpegg) January 12, 2021
2) Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin photoshopped onto Senator Palpatine (Darth Sidious) from Star Wars: Attack Of The Clones during his speech where he, too, seized power through an emergency vote.
(Credit: Whatsapp)
3) Umno secretary-general Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan was lambasted for saying that the General Election should still be held despite the Covid-19 situation, since people are queueing up at supermarkets and grocery stores already anyway.
(Credit: Whatsapp)
4) President Donald Trump in the USA also tried to declare a state of emergency to avoid the transfer of power to President-elect Joe Biden.
(Credit: Whatsapp)
5) Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin as Thanos from the MCU.

6) Fears that MCO2.0 will bring with it a shortage of bread, just like it did in MCO1.0.
pic.twitter.com/jPFADPIfCO— No Context Malaysia (@mynocontext) January 12, 2021
7) It appears that Malaysians are taking the one day before the MCO comes into effect to go home.
Darurat: “You’ll gonna stay at home”People in Malaysia: pic.twitter.com/0N6CYW3K3B— Hi GRAMMY Nominated BTS Kim Taehyung (@tae_hyung_kimm) January 12, 2021
8) For the people who needed to continue to do work while the country went into a state of emergency…
Me trying to have a meeting with my team while watching the darurat announcement. pic.twitter.com/HvOYk4iSlH— Saqina Latif 🔥 (@Larxy) January 12, 2021
9) And of course, the dashing of our hopes and dreams for a peaceful 2021.

But of course, even if memes are the way we communicate now, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission has issued a cautionary statement, warning social media user to not go overboard while they make fun.
Kenyataan Media:PENGGUNA MEDIA SOSIAL DIINGATKAN JAGA KESOPANAN DAN KESUSILAAN KETIKA MEMBERIKAN PANDANGAN ATAU ULASANKlik pautan ini – https://t.co/Yy0BepaRPP#EtikaMediaSosial#MCMC#SKMM pic.twitter.com/W7hvRTexPH— MCMC (Official) (@SKMM_MCMC) January 12, 2021

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Malaysians Cheer & Rejoice As MY-SG Border Reopen On 1 April

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The Causeway was filled with excited Malaysians and Singaporeans alike keen to head home as the Malaysia-Singapore borders reopened at midnight on 1 April.

After 2 years, we can finally cross the borders freely again without needing to quarantine or sit for additional tests.
Tepat jam 12 tengah malam tadi, ratusan motosikal melepasi pemeriksaan CIQ di KSAB Tanjung Kupang lanjutan pembukaan laluan darat antara Malaysia dan Singapura bermula 1 April. Kebanyakan adalah motosikal bernombor pendaftaran Malaysia. Bersorak mereka dapat pulang! pic.twitter.com/3HEBycNKsh— Hazri (@Hazrey) March 31, 2022
Motorists were heard cheering as they crossed the Causeway and back onto home soil. Plenty more Malaysians crossed the borders on-foot, walking the 1km-long bridge back into Johor.
Many were waiting at the border for the clock to strike midnight.
Finallyyyy 😍😭 Malaysia – Singapore border opened 🇲🇾🇸🇬 pic.twitter.com/6jPv7jCdKE— sᴀᴄʜᴇɪɴ || ❤ (@Darma_VJ) March 31, 2022
In fact, 11,000 travellers have crossed the border within the first 7 hours alone! Majority of the travellers were Malaysians travelling from Singapore into Johor, while the other wise entering Singapore saw a much smaller crowd.

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Swimming Pools To Reopen Starting 1 July

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In his briefing today, Senior Minister (Defence) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said that all swimming pools will be allowed to reopen starting 1 July.
This includes all public pools, hotel pools, condominium pools, pools in gated communities, and private pools.
All regular SOPs must be observed, such as temperature checks and the registration of name and number. However, all pools will also require additional SOPs.
Pools will be required to have a lifeguard or supervisor stationed by the pool management to control the crowd and number of people at the pool.
This supervisor must ensure that swimmers do not crowd the pool and must maintain a 3 meter distance between each swimmer. Naturally, the number of people allowed in the pool at the same time is subject to the size of the pool.
Additionally, chlorine levels in the pools must be regularly monitored, swimmers must bathe before and after swimming, and leave immediately after swimming. As for children, parents and pool management will have the final say on whether or not they are allowed for the time being.
Swimming pool management must register with MITI at notification.miti.gov.my, with local authorities, and for supervision by the Ministry of Youth and Sports.
Additionally, all swimming activities at bodies of water such as oceans, lakes, rivers, and seaside are now allowed as well, but water theme parks are still not allowed.

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Malaysian Author’s Debut Novel Long-Listed In Prestigious Dublin Literary Award 2023

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Despite getting published in 2021 during the pandemic, author Viji Krishnamoorthy’s debut novel – 912 Batu Road – published by Clarity Publishing, was received very well.

912 Batu Road tells the story of two Malayan families surviving World War 2 and the early 2000s, when their descendants carried on a secret love affair that threatened to tear both families apart.
The book has already been reprinted twice, publisher Rosalind Chua from Clarity said. It’s also long-listed for the Dublin Literary Award 2023.
Viji’s reaction to being long-listed in the prestigious award was total disbelief.
It still feels surreal and unbelievable that a little book written at my dining table all those years ago would breathe the same air as Anthony Doerr, Elif Shafak Claire Keegan, Colm Tóibín and Geetanjali Shree (to name a few). Seems completely insane!Viji Krishnamoorthy said in an interview with NST
The Dublin Literary Award is presented annually for a novel written in English or translated into English that promotes excellence in world literature. It’s solely sponsored by Dublin City Council and administered by Dublin City Libraries.
The winning author gets a literary prize of €100,000. If the book is an English translation, the author receives €75,000 and the translator, €25,000. The winner also gets a trophy provided by Dublin City Council.
What’s the story about and how did it all begin?
Viji’s story is centred on a Tamil Brahmin family because she felt there had been tons of stories about Indians moving to America and the West, but hardly any stories about them moving to Southeast Asia or this part of the world.
As such, the story is completely based on her observations of people in the community and outside of it.
Interestingly, it all began 15 years ago when she gifted her husband the first chapter of the story as a birthday present.
While her husband saw promise in the story, she was hesitant and the idea was shelved away.
He eventually managed to convince her to keep writing the story, hunkered down with her and got down to researching.
Little did she know, she would be long-listed for a book award and is currently working on Book 2.

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Malaysia Targets Chinese Tourists With Unique Durian Experience

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Malaysia is positioned to target Chinese tourists with its ‘Durian Tourism 2023’ campaign to promote the durian season nationwide this year.

The campaign continues last year’s successful initiative targeting domestic tourists and will now be extended to several states, including Johor, Pahang, Selangor, Perak, Kedah, and Perlis.
Tour operator Huntlink Jong said Tourism Malaysia is embarking on a campaign marketed to Chinese tourists in China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan.
The aim is to showcase the unique taste and quality of Malaysian durians compared to those produced in other countries and to encourage more Chinese tourists to visit Malaysia.

The durian tourism packages will offer industry players opportunities to diversify their activities beyond just durian picking.
Another tour operator, Amity Wong, said the packages would include opportunities to enjoy other local fruits and different types of drinks, experience village life, and participate in side sports activities.
She said Chinese tourists come to Malaysia just for durian because Malaysian durians are known to be of high quality and have a unique taste, which cannot be found in other countries.
The tour operators spoke on the sidelines of the International Travel Expo (ITE) 2023, an annual travel trade show in Hong Kong.
ITE 2023 showcased a wide range of travel products and services worldwide, including airline tickets and travel packages, accommodation options such as hotels, resorts, vacation rentals and tour packages and travel itineraries.
The International Travel Expo(ITE) 2023 now is coming to #HongKong!As Hong Kong’s one-and-only travel expo, the ITE 2023 will be displayed by around 400 #exhibitors from 50 countries and regions in and beyond Asia, including Australia, Cambodia, Czech, Germany, etc. pic.twitter.com/B875b9FvIx— T-Time HK (@HKPOTATO4) June 15, 2023
The Sabah Tourism Board represented Malaysia in ITE 2023. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
Durian is a popular fruit in China, but the durians grown in Malaysia have a distinct flavour and texture that many Chinese tourists find appealing.
Additionally, the durian season in Malaysia coincides with the summer holidays in China, making it an ideal time for Chinese tourists to visit Malaysia and experience the unique taste of Malaysian durians.
18 Packages To Choose From
The ‘Durian Tourism 2023’ campaign by Tourism Malaysia aims to promote the durian season across the country and attract more Chinese tourists to Malaysia.
Tourists will have 18 packages, each offering a unique durian experience.
Visitors can enjoy everything from durian-themed cooking classes to guided tours of orchards and plantations.
Some packages include visits to durian festivals and markets, as well as opportunities to taste different varieties of the fruit.
A shop selling durian in Shatin, Hong Kong. The reasons for China’s love of durian are complex and multifaceted. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
The campaign offers a range of packages that include not only durian picking but also other local fruits, drinks, village life experiences, and side sports activities.
By offering these packages, Tourism Malaysia hopes to diversify the activities of industry players and impact local economic activities while promoting sustainable tourism.
Unique Taste And Quality Of Malaysian Durians
Malaysia durian is considered the best due to its unique taste and quality. The country has a variety of durian species, each with its distinct flavour and texture.
 Unlike other countries, Malaysian durians are known for their rich, creamy, and sweet taste.
The fruit is also known for its pungent odour, which can be off-putting to some but is considered a hallmark of its quality.
Malaysia’s tropical climate and fertile soil provide ideal growing conditions for durian trees, allowing them to produce high-quality fruit all year round.
Thank You to our Guest from Japan, Palestine and Indonesia for staying at Le Apple, we are very grateful that you are able to enjoy your Durian Feast with us~~We look forward for your return again 😀#hotels #Japan #Malaysia #travel #Tourism #Tourist #Palestine #Indonesia pic.twitter.com/DT34bsyM7w— de King Boutique Hotel KLCC (@dekingKLCC) July 17, 2019
Best Of The Best
The country also has strict regulations on cultivating and exporting durians to ensure that only the best quality fruit is sold to consumers.
Malaysia has approximately 200 breeds of durians, each with a unique flavour and aroma.
Some of the most popular breeds of durians in Malaysia include Musang King or Mao Shan Wang, D24, D101, XO, Red Prawn, and Black Thorn.
Each breed of durian has its distinct taste and texture, making them all worth trying.

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READ MORE: [Watch] Super Cheap Durian Sales Reach RM50,000 In 5 Hours

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“Normal To Plot Toppling Government” – Abdul Hadi’s Remarks Not Sitting Well With Many

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The talk of the town since yesterday is PAS President Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang and his comments stating that there are plans to topple the current government and there is no party that can stop them from planning.

Abdul Hadi said that in a democracy, it is normal to plan to topple the unity government not only through elections but also through parliament. This includes statutory declarations, no-vote confidence resolutions, and supporters withdrawing their backing.
According to Abdul Hadi, this is very normal in a democratic country.

The people have taken to social media to offer their thoughts. One Twitter user @MissShirleyLIM even came up with a poem to show how she felt about it.
Pergi ke Marang menghisap candu, Hisap bersama sampai ke Pagoh, Siang malam asyik mengadu, Perangai syaitan, jahat & bodoh!@MissShirleyLIM via Twitter
Another user @PasolaOfficial pointed out the reasons why he thought Abdul Hadi wanted to topple the unity government.
Kalau korang nak tahu knp Hadi Awang menggelupur nk jatuhkan Kerajaan: 1) Mahkamah Pilihan Raya tolak bantahan Parlimen Marang 2)Sebutan perbicaraan kes bermula 6-21 MAC 2023 (kes sogokan pengundi) 3) Kes dibicarakan hadapan Hakim Datuk Hassan 4) Hadi akan jadi kluster mahkamah @PasolaOfficial via Twitter
When Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim was questioned about this, he said that Abdul Hadi had the right to plan and hope.

This ongoing difference of opinions does not stop here. Another issue that both MPs are at loggerheads is if politicians are allowed to talk about politics in mosques.
According to Abdul Hadi, there is nothing wrong in Muslim politicians giving sermons and also talk about certain political matters. However, Anwar has a different view on it.
According to Anwar, the ban that was placed on giving political talks in mosque should be followed and respected by all parties, as reported by Malay Mail.
Anwar also stated that if Abdul Hadi has a different perspective on it then he should be sending memorandums to the royalty rather than attacking the unity government.

What are your thoughts on these matters?

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Special Meeting of Malay Rulers Calls For End To State Of Emergency

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Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah met with other Malay Rulers at the Istana Negara today (16 June) for a special meeting to discuss efforts to combat Covid-19.

The meeting was attended by:
The Yang di-Pertuan AgongThe Sultan of Terengganu, Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin The Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris ShahThe Yang di-Pertuan Besar Negri Sembilan, Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku MunawirThe Sultan of Johor, Sultan Ibrahim Sultan IskandarThe Sultan of Perak, Sultan Nazrin Muizzuddin ShahThe Sultan of Kedah, Sultan Al Aminul Karim Sultan Sallehuddin Sultan BadlishahActing Sultan of Pahang, Tengku Hassanal Ibrahim Alam ShahThe Ruler Of Perlis represented by Raja Muda Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra Jamalulail
The Keeper of the Rulers’ Seal Tan Sri Syed Danial Syed Ahmad in a press statement wrote that in the meeting, His Majesty informed the other Malay Rulers in attendance that he has met with 18 political leaders, virtually and face to face, it the Istana negara from 9 June to 15 June.
In the meeting, the other Malay rulers shared their views and expressed their opinions on these issues:
The daily Covid-19 infection numbers are still high despite the country declaring a state of emergency. The worrying economic and financial state of the country.The unstable political landscape in the country.The division among the people in the country is widening.The increasing hardship faced by the people from their lost of job and income.The situation with work, life, and education at schools and education centers that are affected and the difficulty it causes.The Muslims who could not worship and pray at mosques and suraus. And worshippers of other faiths are also prevented from their religious affairs.
The Malay Rulers agree in the following matters:
The life and livelihood of the people must take precedence over other matters.The vaccination program must be enhanced by reducing bureaucracy so that herd immunity (80% vaccination) may be achieved as soon as possible. Programmes to combat Covid-19 has to be understood by the people and gain their support without inciting doubt nor be looked at as a political ploy. The methods used to to combat Covid-19 has to be inclusive in nature, involve all interested parties , and be done with the attitude of ready to listen, ready to learn, ready to make changes, ready to implement improvements, and ready to explore new options until the full confidence and cooperation of the people at all levels is achieved. The heated political scene must be brought under control.The importance of a stable government that has the confidence and support of the majority of the people.There is no need for the country to continue to be in a state of emergency after 1 August.
The Malay Rulers also expressed the importance of checks and balances especially in affairs involving the country’s finance and expenses.
In the same vein, the Malay Rulers unanimously share the Yang di-Pertuan Agong’s stand to order the parliament to reconvene.
At the state level , the Malay Rulers are also of the opinion that the state assembly of each state should reconvene as soon as possible.
Methods and procedures during these assemblies, such as those currently practiced in several other countries, that have been proven effective in controlling the spread of Covid-19, should be introduced and adopted in this country.

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Dead Or Alive? The Mystery Of Malaysia’s 121st Covid-19 Fatality

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There appears to be a bit of confusion surrounding the death of Malaysia’s 121st Covid-19 fatality. The deceased, a 67-year-old Indian national, was confirmed to have succumbed to the coronavirus while being detained at an immigration detention camp in Kuala Lumpur.
What you need to know:  On June 14, the Health Ministry (MOH) reported the death of a 67-year-old Indian citizen who died of Covid-19 on June 12 after being detained at the Bukit Jalil Immigration Depot. However, according to Malaysiakini the identity of the deceased is being put into question as the Indian High Commission claims that the deceased was 67-year-old Zeeawdeen Kadar Masdar, while the Malaysian Immigration Department insists that it was not.
Who said what: Malaysiakini reports that a family from India is seeking clarification on the identity of the deceased after being told by the Indian High Commission in Kuala Lumpur, on June 15, that Malaysia’s 121st Covid-19 fatality was the family’s head of household, Zeeawdeen. Zeeawdeen’s family told Malaysiakini that he had come to Malaysia as a tourist (with proper travel documentation) in March and was staying at a relatives’ house around Masjid India in KL during the nationwide Movement Control Order (MCO) period. Zeeawdeen was later detained on May 8 during the Immigration Department’s raids on undocumented migrants in the area. According to The Star, MOH had announced the death of an Indian citizen with a history of diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, and kidney problems. The deceased was detained at immigration facilities before being found unconscious in his cell and rushed to the Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), and passed away on June 12. The deceased was confirmed positive for Covid-19 after his death. Malaysiakini had quoted Immigration Department Director-General Datuk Khairul Dzaimee Daud as saying that the dead detainee was not Zeeawdeen while failing to provide confirmation that the senior citizen was still alive in detention
How it got here: As Malaysia went into MCO in March, the government had announced that no legal action would be taken against foreigners with expired travel documents who are still in the country. The government had also made requests for undocumented migrants to step forward for Covid-19 testing without fear of being detained. Then in May, authorities conducted a series of mass raids headed by the Immigration Department, the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) as well as MOH around the Masjid India area in KL which was mostly populated with foreigners and under strict Enhance Movement Control Order (EMCO) lockdown. Malaysiakini reports that dozens of stranded tourists with expired travel documentation are being held at Malaysia’s immigration detention camps. An estimate of 60 Indian tourists are still locked behind bars.
Read more:Covid-19 ‘death in custody’ was a stranded tourist – but immigration says he didn’t die (Malaysiakini)Health DG: Indian national who died was a Bukit Jalil immigration centre detainee (The Star)Foreigners With Expired Travel Documentation Won’t Be Arrested, Says Government (TRP)Masjid India Area (And Some Main Roads Nearby) Under EMCO 5 (TRP)Fourth EMCO Announced, Two Buildings In Masjid India, KL Sealed Off After Spike In Covid-19 Cases (TRP)Selangor Mansion And Malayan Mansion Residents To Receive Food Throughout 14-Day EMCO (TRP)Coronavirus: hundreds arrested as Malaysia cracks down on migrants in Covid-19 red zones (South China Morning Post)

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Bizarre Fever Dreams Explained

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Ever noticed having vividly unusual dreams when you were down with a fever?

That feeling of being crushed by a big rock or by the ceiling fan? Or the room that you’re in gets higher or wider, leaving you all alone and tiny, like Alice In Wonderland?
This is normal actually.
It’s called Fever Dream
Dream fevers are vivid, often bizarre or unpleasant.
They are more unusual and disturbing than ordinary dreams. Sometimes, they are also set in quirky Alice In Wonderland settings that feature psychedelic elements such as moving walls and melting objects.
Thanks to Public Health Malaysia, they shared a topic and infographic on Fever Dreams on their Twitter page.
Pernahkah anda mengalami mimpi aneh ketika demam seperti dihempap batu besar? Atau siling rumah menjadi tinggi dan ruang rumah semakin membesar?Ya, anda tidak keseorangan.Mimpi demam adalah situasi yang berlaku apabila suhu badan anda meningkat. Individu yang..Thread. pic.twitter.com/sOnHGx059Y— Public Health Malaysia (@health_malaysia) October 30, 2022
Fever dreams can occur at any stage of sleep but most vivid dreams happen during rapid eye movement (REM) sleep (scientists believe that you have your strongest dreams during this stage). REM sleep typically occurs on the last third quarter of your night’s sleep – edging towards the morning.
Fun Fact: If you wake up during or right after REM sleep, it can increase the chances of you remembering your dream.
In fact, fever dreams are so common during the pandemic that some people started reporting having scary dreams as a symptom of having Covid-19 (along with other fever symptoms).
Characteristics of Fever Dreams
According to a 2020 study done by dream researchers Michael Schredl and Daniel Erlacher, they found that fever dreams are indeed more bizarre, and include more negative and fewer positive emotions than other dreams, as described by the participants of their survey.
Fever dreams are also distinct from other dreams because they include less social interaction. You don’t talk much with other people in the dreams because there are not many characters in that kind of dream.
(Credit: Freepik)
Some of the fever dreams also feature heat perception and sickness. This means that in the dreams themselves, they felt as if the temperature was rising and their body burning. They can also feel their body being too weak and helpless in the dream.
Here are some examples of dreams that some fever dreamers described:
giant insects with oversized arms and legsblackness slowly spreading all overwalls are movingmother is a golden statue that’s meltingburning clouds and body is blazing with heatbeing threatened by animals and terroristsFerris wheel turns extremely fastbeing shot by a bulleta big rock falling down and crushing them
These are just some random examples we picked from the previous studies and also from Malaysians on Twitter talking about fever dreams but boy… are they scary.
Why the scary stuff when we’re sick?
Scientists don’t really know why fever dreams occur but they have some theories.
“The basic idea is that the ‘over-heated’ brain is not functioning properly and, therefore, dreams are more bizarre,” said Schredl and Erlacher in their 2020 study.
According to Beth Malow, MD, a professor in the department of neurology and paediatrics and director of the sleep disorders division at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, the brain doesn’t process sensations normally when we have a fever.
(Credit: Freepik)
Additionally, we don’t regulate body temperature during REM sleep as well as we do during other stages of sleep. And this may cause the temperature to swing out of control. By having a fever, your body has an even harder time controlling the temperature and that can lead to unpleasant dreams.
Besides that, fevers might also trigger waking hallucinations, irritability and confusion.
Fun Fact: Your normal body temperature is approximately between 36 to 37.5 °C. A fever is usually when your body is at 37.8 °C or higher.
Is it dangerous?
Fever dreams are not necessarily bad for the body. They send you a signal (if your high temperature isn’t giving enough hints) confirming that yes, you are having a fever and you need to rest.
But the way the dreams come is a bit unsettling. Even though you won’t be able to walk, turn, fall off your bed or punch your partner in the face during REM sleep (leg and arm muscles are temporarily paralysed during this stage), the scary dreams may cause you to suddenly wake up with anxiety and the feeling of surprise or discomfort.
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You can’t prevent fever dreams but you technically can prevent from the dreams reoccurring by treating the fever. Control your body temperature by drinking lots of water, getting plenty of rest, taking fever-reducing medicine, eating foods that are easy to digest and bathing in lukewarm water.
But for the intensely terrifying dreams, no worries, you’re not alone. This is quite a normal symptom to face and don’t let the weird dreams freak you out. And no, you’re not gonna die anytime soon, we hope…
Here are some stories and scenes from fever sleepers to keep you entertained on this topic.
I am walking in a city that is situated in a valley, maybe Italy. […] Suddenly, a hot wind has sprung up. […] The air is so hot that breathing hurts. […] Everything around me is unfamiliar, the houses become enormous. I see a red glow in the corner of my eyes and I turn around to see an enormous lava ball coming down the mountain heading toward the city and me. I am running faster and faster, the air grows hotter and hotter, the lava ball is changing directions in pursuing me and does not affect the houses. It seems the lava ball has the task of getting me. As the lava ball catches up, I wake up. It didn’t hurt anymore to breath in the hot air, only the lung, the air tube, and the nose was hurting.Participant in a 2020 survey
“When I had a fever when I was a kid, I dreamt that the Ferris Wheel was slowly rotating. And then it went extremely faster, like the dryer.  I woke up and cried”

“My fever dream was me getting shot with a bullet. I felt like my soul was leaving my body but I still had time to run away from the bad guy though…”

“I had a fever once and dreamt of thousands of fishes from the sea coming towards me, suffocating me. When I woke up and told my mom, my temperature was 40 °C.”

So, what were your terrifying dreams when you had a fever? Can you recall the nightmares?
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