Scholarships For STEM Master’s Degrees Launched For Malaysian Women

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The British Council Scholarship for Women in STEM is aimed at supporting women who wish to pursue their master’s degree in the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) field.

The scholarship is available for any STEM master’s degree from the University of Glasgow, Liverpool John Moores University, or University of Stirling. It is a full scholarship that will cover tuition fees, monthly stipend, travel costs, visa, and health coverage fees. Mothers with dependant children will be able to receive special support.
This ambitious scholarship will be open to women with dependants who have never previously studied in the UK.
The aim behind such a scholarship is to support women who may want to but cannot afford to pursue further studies in a STEM field.
Data taken from the UN Scientific Education and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) shows that fewer than 30% of researchers worldwide are women. Globally, only 30% of female students choose to pusue their master’s degree in the STEM field. Additionally, enrolment is especially dismal in Information and Communications Technology (3%); natural science, mathematics and statistics (5%); and engineering, manufacturing, and construction (8%).
There’s a push for more women in the STEM fields.(Credit: Envato)
Hence, the British Council aims to support 100 women from the Americas, South Asia, and East Asia to pursue an advanced degree in the STEM field to further develop their careers in the scientific fields.
The East Asian region will have 15 scholarships available. Malaysian applicants will have to apply alongside applicants from Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam.
For more information, visit the British Council website HERE.

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This Sabahan Former Chief Justice Is Probably The Most Deserving Malaysian To Get A Tun-Ship

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Recently, the Malaysia First civil rights group questioned why former Chief Justice Tan Sri Richard Malanjum was not conferred the nation’s honour award that would qualify him to carry the title of Tun.

If you know nothing about Richard (like us), you wouldn’t understand why this was even an issue. However, Richard is probably the most impressive chief justice Malaysia has ever had.
The Kadazandusun native from Tuaran, Sabah was Malaysia’s first East Malaysian chief justice and his tenure was the shortest ever in the country’s history at just 276 days. But the Sabahan ensured that his nine-month stint was packed with much-needed reforms.
Yet, he is the only chief justice yet to receive the title that all his peninsula-based predecessors have been given.
Let’s take a look at the highlight reel of this impressive judge’s 27-year career.
Tan Sri Richard Malanjum being sworn in as Chief Justice of Malaysia in July 2018. (Credit: Bernama)
To all my fellow judges, give your best, expect nothing! As for me, I will continue to help the unfortunate and marginalised in whatever way possible.Richard Malanjum’s parting words prior to his retirement reported by Bernama via Malay Mail
1. The First Of Many
Richard was the first Sabahan to be appointed High Court judge, Court of Appeal judge, Chief Judge of Sabah and Sarawak and Chief Justice of Malaysia. (Credit: Free Malaysia Today)
Before becoming Chief Justice of Malaysia, Richard has held positions as a judge in the High Court, Court of Appeal, Federal Court and Chief Judge of Sabah and Sarawak.
These appointments made him not only the first Sabah native to be appointed judge in all four positions, but he also became the youngest-ever judge in the Federal Court during his appointment. Richard was 52-years-old when we became Federal Court judge.
He made history again when he became the first East Malaysian to be appointed as Chief Justice, just nine months shy of him reaching his constitutional age limit.
2. Mobile Courts Initiative
As Chief Judge of Sabah and Sarawak, Richard introduced the mobile courts initiative. (Credit: The Borneo Post)
During his 13-year tenure as Chief Judge of Sabah and Sarawak, Richard’s most memorable reform was how he brought the courts directly to those living in the rural areas of Sabah and Sarawak.
His mobile courts initiative, introduced in 2007, allowed people in rural areas access to legal services and helped resolve 87,345 birth certification cases in the two states by 2018.
FYI, instead of spending huge sums of money to build courtrooms, the mobile court initiative had court officials and staff conducting business at any available space in the village, such as the community halls, schools and even modified buses.
3. Much Needed Reforms
Richard Malanjum during the Opening of the Legal Year 2019 in Putrajaya. (Credit: Shafwan Zaidon)
During his stint as chief justice, Richard made a tonne of important reforms, including changing the Malaysian judiciary system so that the top four judges of the country make joint decisions on the running of the judiciary, instead of making decisions top-down.
He also introduced an automated system that randomly chooses judges to form panels at the Federal Court, especially for high-profile court cases. This ensured that judges or coram fixing (the practice of ensuring a case is heard before a sympathetic judge) is avoided.
He also formed panels of seven judges to hear cases of public interests and panels of nine judges for cases involving Constitutional matters. Meanwhile, for cases in either Sabah or Sarawak, he made it so the panel shall consist of at least one judge from either Sabah or Sarawak.
4. Modernising The Court Systems
Richard Malanjum inspecting television screens displaying cases in queue before the Federal Court and Court of Appeal. (Credit: Ida Lim/Malay Mail)
Extending his efforts in modernising court processes in Sabah and Sarawak, Richard introduced several automated and online systems to Peninsular Malaysia as Chief Justice.
His e-review system allowed lawyers to do their case management online instead of having to travel to the courts and be physically present. Case management usually only takes a few minutes for lawyers to get hearing dates or update the court on pre-trial matter.
Richard also introduced the Queue Management System at the Palace of Justice. This system showed real-time updates on cases being heard in courtrooms. It allowed lawyers and members of the public who were waiting for their cases to be heard to wait for their turn from strategic places in the building, such as at the cafeteria.
These changes saved lawyers and members of the public a lot of time and money.
While Richard’s appointment as Chief Justice was groundbreaking in its own right, it’s obvious that his contributions to the Malaysian judicial system are even more impressive.
We too hope Richard will soon get the recognition he deserves.

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Kuantan Woman Wows Malaysians By Turning Nasty Used Cooking Oil Into Handmade Eco Soap

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Instead of dumping used cooking oil down the drain, one particularly savvy Kuantan-based woman decided to turn the nasty waste into handmade soap!

Twitter user Noor Jehan Abu Bakar (MokMeow) took to the social media platform to share how she turned 2kgs of used cooking oil into soap, much to the delight of Malaysians online who were in awe of the transformation.
Used cooking oil, turned into eco soap. (Credit: Noor Jehan via Twitter)
Noor Jehan told TRP that she has been making soaps for the past 4 years, and became a soap vendor at a cafe in Kuantan after retiring from her legal practice two years ago.
That is where I saw that used oils are kind of hard to dispose of, short of just pouring them down the drain.Noor Jehan Abu Bakar to TRP.
Uneasy with the amount of waste, the cafe began making their own soaps to use for general cleaning, like mopping and wiping tables!
The lawyer-cum-environmental activist explains that she also reuses PET boxes from food and drinks packaging, as well as single use plastic containers from pasar malams as soap moulds. So it’s completely zero waste!
Noor Jehan uses empty food & drinks packaging as soap moulds.(Credit: Noor Jehan via Twitter)
This way, we keep reusing stuff around the house and not just chucking them out to lay in the landfills for many years to come.Noor Jehan Abu Bakar to TRP.
The problem with throwing used cooking oil down the drain
Credit: Malaysian Palm Oil Council (MPOC)
The Malaysian Palm Oil Council (MPOC) explains that pouring used cooking oil down the kitchen sink and into the drain is detrimental to the environment as well as the government’s coffers.
The fats, oil and grease congeal and solidify to form blockages. Even if you break down the oil with soap and hot water, it can re-solidify once it cools down and cause drain pipes and sewers to get blocked.
In 2016, the Klang Municipal Council spent almost RM6 million to remove clogging caused by hardened cooking oil in drains.
Not only that, the oil can make its way into rivers and lakes where it can cause devastating physical effects, such as coating animals and plants with oil and suffocating them by oxygen depletion.
In fact, MPOB recommends that used cooking oil be disposed of in a sealed container that’s placed in a sealed plastic bag and brought to recycling centres which can be used to make soaps, candles, as well as renewable energy.
READ MORE: Malaysia Please Don’t Throw Away Your Used Cooking Oil, Do This Instead
So, does the cooking oil soap work well?
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“Yes!” says Noor Jehan, it is as good as any store bought ones., just without the artificial fragrances and colourings.”
The only ingredients it contains are oils, water and lye, but the lye is removed after 48 hours via the saponification process in soap making.
She explains that the upcycled cooking oil soap is good for people with dry skin problems who are allergic to hash chemicals in dishwashing soap.
Credit: JooSoap
However, she cautions that it’s not too beneficial as a body soap.
But they work great as dishwashing soaps, general cleansing soaps and laundry soap.Noor Jehan Abu Bakar to TRP.
Noor Jehan – who is also chairperson of the Malaysian Nature Society Pahang branch- recommends diluting the soap in water and adding essential oils such as tea tree oil or eucalyptus oil for ease of use.
Spurred by the success of the soapy creations, she began teaching communities on how to make their own household soaps as well, such as Wanita Ikram Negeri Pahang, Drug Intervention Community and other NGOs.
Sometimes if she makes extra, the environmentalist also donates her creations to nearby orphanages or old folks homes to help them reduce their operating costs.
Used cooking oil soap ready for household cleaning. (Credit: Noor Jehan)
How to turn your used cooking oil into soap
Noor Jehan’s cooking oil soap recipe is pretty simple, she preboils the used cooking oil with pandan and lemongrass to get rid of the soap.
Then, she mixes it with water and lye (sodium hydroxide) which are then poured into moulds. After 24 hours, the soap is ready to be used.
Noor Jehan’s cooking oil soap recipe. (Credit: Noor Jehan via Twitter)
For more tips on the process, check out Noor Jehan’s Twitter thread below:
I processed 2kgs of used cooking oil into soaps today.Boleh buat household soaps, utk basuh pinggan dan basuh baju.Yg dlm tupperware tu some I bg neighbours utk basuh pinggan. They love these, kata mrk tak hancurkan kulit tangan pic.twitter.com/u5ch895hUc— MokMeow (@FiqhTabayyun) March 12, 2021

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Things you didn’t know you can’t bring to Australia

If you are a frequent traveler, then you might already be aware that Australia has one of the tightest borders to cross with items (especially food, as we Malaysians are well known to be food lovers).
The following are 7 things you can’t bring through Australian customs.
Homemade foodï»¿
Missing your amma’s cooking? Well, that’s not going to fly. Maybe you can bring your amma over and ask her to cook for you instead?

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Fruit
Craving for manggis or rambutan? No can do.

If you travel with Drake, he’ll know that Aussie Customs don’t like fruit. (via GIPHY)
Food from the plane
If you thought of saving those delicious airplane meals for your next meal, think not. Cause you can’t bring those through customs either.
Flowersï»¿
Trying to be romantic? Those spores and pollen are forbidden, unless you have a valid importer’s permit.

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Juices and soft drinksï»¿
Feeling thirsty? Well, you’re just going to have to explore the variety of beverages they have in Aussie to avoid unnecessary trouble.
Fakes and Imitations
Australians aren’t big about piracy, so stay away from fake designer stuff, ranging from your clothes to even your electronic items. They may confiscate it or even worse, you face large financial penalties.
Petsï»¿
Of course! Unless your pet has a passport, visa, and other travel documents of course.

Or unless you’re as fab as Paris Hilton (via GIPHY)
What if I’ve already brought them?

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Well, as you arrive into Australia, you will be given an Incoming Passenger Card where you can declare things that you’ve brought. Alternatively, you can bin it at the terminal when you arrive in Australia.
Just fill this in OK, guys?Pic Credit: Australian Expat
Because guess what? You will not be penalised under the Biosecurity Act 2015 if you declare all goods, even if they are not allowed into Australia.
What happens if I don’t declare my items?

You will be caught.
You may be subject to civil penalties.
You may be prosecuted, fined more than A$420,000 and imprisoned for up to 10 years and a get criminal record.

And courtesy of the Australian Border Force, there’s even a YouTube video for all of us to watch. It is just under 2 minutes and very comprehensive.

Sourced via:1. SBS Punjabi, April 16, 2019 (New rules about what you can and can’t bring into Australia) 2. Australia Border Force, November 11, 2018 (CAN YOU BRING IT IN?)


Ministers Agree To A 20 Per Cent Monthly Paycut Until Economy Recovers

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Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the Cabinet has agreed to a 20 per cent paycut monthly.

This was out of concern for the burdens faced by the rakyat until the economy recovers.
The prime minister said this in a press conference after the first Cabinet meeting today in Putrajaya.
Anwar said paycuts should not be done but he was glad they had agreed to it, saying the matter would be reviewed when the economy recovered.
“Some said no wonder Anwar is not taking the PM salary, he is taking the Finance Minister’s salary, that’s not true, there’s only one salary,” he said.
Previously, Anwar himself had said he wouldn’t be drawing his salary as prime minister.
Apart from his role as PM, Anwar is also the finance minister. Present with him at the press conference today were the two deputy prime ministers; Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.

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American Digital “Nomad” Kicked Out Of Bali After Her Post Hinting On Visa Abuse Went Viral

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The American digital nomad who rattled Southeast Asians with a viral social media post about her “elevated lifestyle” in Bali is being kicked off the island.

According to reports, US citizens Kristen Gray who’s been living on the island since 2019 is to be immediately deported on the next flight out for breaking Indonesian law.
Screenshot taken by netizens on Kristen Gray’s viral Twitter thread before her account was removed from public view.(gastricslut/Twitter)
Bali’s Ministry of Law and Human Rights Chief Jamaruli Manihuruk was quoted as saying that Gray was suspected of carrying out illegal business practices without a business visa and spreading “unsettling information” to the public.
She stated that she could provide easy access to Bali through the recommended agency and offered the low living costs in Bali, that is comfortable and LGBTQ+ friendly. She is suspected of carrying out business activities by selling e-books and put a rate for consulting (about) Bali tourism.Jamaruli Manihuruk via ABC News
Gray was said to be staying in Indonesia under a visitor-stay permit valid until 24 January 2021 and is being detained by authorities. She and her partner Saundra will be waiting for the next available flight to the US.
In their defence, Gray said that she has done nothing wrong and that they were being persecuted for being gay.
Gray and her girlfriend Saundra.(MataMata Politik)
I am not guilty. I have not overstayed my visa. I have not made money in Indonesian rupiah in Indonesia. I put out a statement about LGBT and I am being deported about LGBT.Kristen Gray via Vulture
Gray was criticized online for her triggering comments about living in Bali and had supposedly encouraged others to follow in her footsteps by promoting her presumably self-written e-book titled “Our Bali Life Is Yours”.
READ MORE: Malaysians Team Up With Indonesians Online Telling Foreign “Nomads” To Check Their Privilege

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Iman, Mâ€™siaâ€™s last Sumatran rhino recovered and ready for IVF

Malaysiaâ€™s last Sumatran rhinoceros has regained her health after receiving treatment for a uterine tumour last year.
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Iman, who lives at the Borneo Rhinoceros Sanctuary (BRS) in the Tabin Wildlife Reserve in Lahad Datu is now the nationâ€™s sole remaining member of its species.
She became the last Sumatran rhino in Malaysia after her partner, Kertam, died of old age and internal organ failure in May.

Today I had the great privilege of meeting Iman. She is the very last Malaysian Sumatran rhino on earth. You can listen to this video and hear her contented munching, or you can hear the plaintive calls of the last individual of a species. This is what extinction looks like. pic.twitter.com/LtpwIZkRDH
— Bella Lack 🌱 (@BellaLack) June 28, 2019

FYI, fewer than 80 Sumatran rhinos are believed to exist in the wild.

Their extinction due to decades of habitat loss and poaching. Now, most of them are in Sumatra with the rest scattered across Kalimantan in Indonesia.
In Malaysia, the animal is already extinct in the wild.

Picture credit: National Geographic

Sabah Wildlife Department director, Augustine Tuuga said that Iman is still receiving follow-up treatment to prevent the tumour in her uterus from becoming worse.
However, she is now back to her normal self and her appetite has completely improved!
Picture credit: NST
Unfortunately, due to the tumour, Iman can no longer get pregnant even though she is still producing eggs.Â
Therefore, in an effort to save the species in Malaysia, Indonesia has agreed to collaborate with us.
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Iman will be undergoing in vitro fertilisation (IVF) treatment with the sperm of a male Sumatran rhino from Indonesia and then a surrogate female rhinoceros, also from Indonesia, will be used to carry the baby rhino until full term.
Female Sumatran rhinos can develop cysts and fibroids in their reproductive tracts if they go too long without mating. This is also the cause of Imanâ€™s infertility.

Picture credit: Mongabay

The Sabah Wildlife Department is reportedly now waiting for help from an expert in Germany to carry out the treatment on Iman.
In case you were wondering about the rights over the baby rhinoceros in the event of a successful IVF, Augustine explained that a memorandum of understanding (MoU) would have to be signed with Indonesia before the process is carried out.

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We really hope the IVF works and we get a baby rhino soon! They’re so cute!


The Police Are Making Sure The MITI Letter Can’t Be Misused To Travel During Eid

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“For work” is no longer a valid excuse for interstate travel starting today (18 July) until after Eid al-Adha. The police will not accept documents from the Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI) as a valid movement permit during the four days.

The temporary restriction was a response to the increased number of vehicles on the highway, since Friday. This is according to Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Acryl Sani Abdullah Sani.
“All roadblocks at state borders have been directed to increase enforcement and will not accept Miti documents as a valid movement approval.“This is to avoid irresponsible parties from misusing the MITI permission letter as approval to cross states to celebrate Hari Raya Aidiladha,”Acryl Sani Abdullah Sani
At the same time travelling for emergencies with police permission, health affairs, and vaccination are still allowed.

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Wakin Chau’s Upcoming KL Concert Promises Nostalgic Journey Through Classic Hits

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After a 5-year hiatus, renowned Taiwanese singer Wakin Chau is finally set to captivate Malaysian audiences once again with his new tour set to take place at the Bukit Jalil Axiata Arena on 9 September 2023 at 8pm.

This highly anticipated concert will serve as a reflection of Wakin Chau’s remarkable 37-year musical journey.
The concert is designed to unfold dual themes with the first part showcasing popular movie soundtracks by Wakin in the 90s but infused with renewed vitality.
The second part will invite fans to revel in the timeless and beloved melodies they hold dear while Wakin introduces fresh interpretations and compositions to these songs.
Attending this concert will be akin to witnessing two extraordinary performances intertwined into one captivating experience which provides an unprecedented listening journey that transcends traditional concert boundaries.
The overall stage design serves as a seamless complement to the two distinct parts of the concert, providing visually striking aesthetics that reflect the contrasting themes.
Wakin Chau is a Mandopop legend, known for his soulful voice and captivating stage presence.
His lifelong dedication to his music is a beautiful melody that resonates deeply with his fans.
Through his music, he takes fans on a heartfelt journey, spanning from the exuberance of his youthful years to the reflections on his early aspirations, encapsulated in timeless classics such as “The Flowery Heart” and “The Younger Me.”
Organized by Star Planet in collaboration with Live Nation and ACO Media, tickets for the concert will be available for public sale on 16 June from 2pm.
Tickets are priced from RM288.
For more details, visit www.starplanet.com.my.

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These Two Young Malaysians Fighting For Undi18 Were Just Recognised By Forbes Asia 30 Under 30: Class of 2021

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To be named as an honouree on the Forbes 30 Under 30 list is quite an honour, and this year two especially bright Malaysians have been rightfully recognised for their incredible work fighting for electoral rights!

Meet 27-year-old Tharma Pillai and 26-year-old Qyira Yusri, the young co-founders of Undi18 who were just listed on Forbes Asia 30 Under 30: Class of 2021 for their incredible work at the Malaysian youth movement that promotes youth representation in politics as a social enterprise.
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Starting off as a student movement in 2016, the organisation successfully advocated for the amendment of Article 119(1) of the Federal Constitution to reduce the minimum voting age in Malaysia from 21 to 18 years old, in just the span of three years.
Credit: Undi18/Facebook
From there, the organization continued growing and even pulled off the highly successful Parlimen Digital, a youth-led virtual parliamentary sitting to propose recommendations for economic and Covid-19 relief in Malaysia.
Fun fact: Undi18’s Parlimen Digital is the first of its kind in the world.
Credit: Parlimen Digital & Azneal Ishak/Malay Mail
READ MORE: Malaysian Youth Organise First-Ever Digital Parliament To Prove It Can Be Done
An elated Qyira told TRP that after 5 years of hard work at Undi18, it was an incredible honour to be recognised on an international level.
I’m very humbled by the recognition and I hope that more Malaysian youths can recognize that working in social impact causes does not mean you have to give up a big part of yourself. There are many avenues for youth political participation and being involved in activism and advocacy is a great place to start.Qyira Yusri to TRP.
As many can attest to, attempts to revolutionise politics in Malaysia is no easy feat. But Qyira is willing to take that daunting challenge head on, holding on to the belief that voting is a fundamental human right.
Credit: Undi18/Facebook
“I always believe there is no right or wrong way to vote/choose your leaders,” says the gutsy lass, “and we need to educate people on their agency to select their leaders.”
“Politics affects us all, from education policies to fixing the roads, young people’s voices matters because we are affected by these policies.”
With the Forbes recognition, the Undi18 co-founders are hoping to build on the momentum with 2020’s Parlimen Digital and launch a more sustainable and long term programme this year called Dewan Muda Malaysia.
The idea is to establish a two years leadership development programme for Malaysian youths aged 15-30 years old to provide training on policy making, stakeholder engagement, public speaking and parliamentary processes.
We hope to make democracy innovate and inclusive for all ages in Malaysia.Qyira Yusri to TRP.
More young Malaysians honoured on the Forbes list
Besides Qyira and Tharma, several other impressive Malaysian talents have also etched their names into the Forbes Asia 30 Under 30: Class of 2021 list.
Ong Yong Xun, Founder of JomStudy.(Credit: Forbes)
For one, there’s Ong Yong Xun, a 21-year-old Malaysian who did not waste any time during the pandemic. Instead, he taught himself to code from YouTube videos while working part-time at a delivery company. In June 2020, the ambitious Malaysian released JomStudy, a free study app for students in Malaysia equipped with revision notes from high school graduates on the app.
The app boasted over 10,000 downloads within the first four months of its release and continued to grow as the pandemic kept schools shut. Ong plans to expand its list of study aids, including videos and end-of-chapter quizzes in the second half of the year.
Two Malaysians were also honoured under the Media, Marketing & Advertising category: Jaz Lee, Creative Director of Ogilvy for his incredible work as a creative director for some of the world’s biggest brands at only 24-years old, and Tan Guan Sheng, Founder of Ittify – a startup that built a network of more than 6,000 influencers, and developed software to match them with brands and analyze results from advertising campaigns.
Annice Lyn.(Credit: @annicelyn/Instagram)
Annice Lyn, cofounder of Women Photographers Malaysia was also honoured for paving the way for female photographers to shine in the male-dominated field. Her photography of Sabahan artist’s climate change artwork was recently made into the cover of TIME Magazine’s April 2021 issue.
READ MORE: A Sabahan Artist Created TIME Magazine’s Powerful Climate Crisis Cover
Meanwhile, founder of Kuala Lumpur-based edible insect startup Ento, Kevin Wu was honoured under The Arts category for the highly unusual but innovative business.

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Rights Groups Advise Fahmi To Be Mindful With His Words After Livestream “Threat”

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Rights groups have advised communications and digital minister Fahmi Fadzil to be more careful with his choice of words after a controversial statement he made online.

During a TikTok live stream, Fahmi told viewers to watch what they commented as they were being monitored by the authorities and might get a visit from the police.
After the initial criticism, Fahmi claimed he was only warning viewers not to use provocative remarks about the 3Rs (race, religion, and royalty) during the live stream.
READ MORE: Fahmi Rubbishes Claims He Threatened TikTok Live Viewers, Just Reminder For 3R Comments
According to Free Malaysia Today, National Human Rights Society (Hakam) president M Ramachelvan said Fahmi could have made his comments more appropriately.
He said Fahmi should have used his position to answer the comments left by viewers instead of threatening them with police action.

Threats by government ministers against freedom of expression leave a negative perception of the unity government (which has a duty) to uphold this fundamental constitutional right guaranteed to citizens.
National Human Rights Society (Hakam) president M Ramachelvan
Ramachelvam added that the issue was ironic since Fahmi used to be critical of those who misused laws such as the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 to limit the freedom of expression.
Sevan Doraisamy of Suara Rakyat Malaysia (Suaram) echoed Ramachelvam and agreed that Fahmi should have been more cautious with his words to avoid being perceived as threatening dissenters or limiting their freedom of speech.
He said discussions concerning 3R issues and government policies should not be unnecessarily restricted unless it instigates violence or “lawless actions.”
He believes inclusive and constructive conversations on sensitive topics will help achieve societal progress.

By actively safeguarding and promoting the principles of free speech, fostering open dialogue and facilitating the exchange of ideas, they can demonstrate their commitment to the democratic values and aspirations of rakyat Malaysia.
Sevan Doraisamy of Suara Rakyat Malaysia (Suaram)

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Scrolling Through Domino’s Social Media Cheers Me Up And It’s Not Because Of Pizza

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When Domino’s Malaysia posted a picture of their delivery riders with the iconic Buster Sword as a nod to the highly-anticipated Final Fantasy VII Remake that was just released globally, I found myself surprisingly tickled by it.
I’m not alone. The post itself has gotten 1.9k shares on Facebook in just a day, with many comments suggesting that the social media team get a raise.

The movement control order (MCO) has been extended again, and Malaysians are undoubtedly feeling restless by now. Everything revolves around the pandemic: from heart-warming stories about donating PPEs for frontline workers to cautionary pieces about those who violate the MCO.
Covid-19 feels like a wormhole, where time distorts itself and nothing past nor future quite exists. If you’re tired of the mental stress that comes with keeping up with Covid-19 news, imagine writing it. (I’m joking boss, I still want to keep my job, please don’t fire me.)

Yet seeing that picture on my social media timeline, in between all the other stories about Covid-19 or the MCO, truly made me chuckle and remind me that there are still the little things in life to enjoy. Like being excited for a video game remake that has been rumoured and anticipated for 15 years.
The pandemic, and the MCO, shouldn’t keep you from still feeling excited or happy about things. If anything, the joyful things should be more important now than ever to keep our spirits up during this time of uncertainty.
And if you need a laugh or two, you can always head on over to Domino’s Malaysia’s social media page.

https://www.facebook.com/DominosMY/posts/1847835662016236

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After Getting Bullied Online, She’s Now A Model For Charles & Keith!

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In January 2023, a 17-year-old girl Zoe Gabriel (@zohtaco) was shamed on Tiktok after gushing about having her first luxury Charles & Keith bag from her father.

Ill-hearted netizens had a problem with the word “luxury” as they didn’t consider Charles & Keith as a high-end brand.
Although the mean comments hurt Zoe, she responded kindly and inadvertently educated others about privilege.
READ MORE: [Watch] Girl Shamed For Calling Charles & Keith Bag A Luxury Brand Talks About Privilege
Her story garnered support from netizens and it even reached the brand. The company invited her to their headquarters for lunch with the founders and she went home with a few more bags.
READ MORE: Teenager Criticized By Netizens Over ‘Luxury’ Bag Gets An Invite By Charles & Keith
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She’s one of the brand’s models now
With International Women’s Day coming up on 8 March, Zoe recently landed an exciting role as a Brand Community Ambassador and a model for Charles & Keith’s celebration of the day.
On 4 March, Zoe shared a photo of herself on Instagram posing with Charles & Keith’s Alia Chain-Strap Crossbody Bag.
The purple bag is one of the brand’s best-selling bags. Zoe paired the purple bag with a grey dress and black thigh-high boots.
Aside from the cute purple, the Alia bag also comes in green and white, the colours of International Women’s Day.
A handwritten note also accompanied Zoe’s Instagram post:
“Women are like flowers: Our time and needs to grow may not always align, but that is okay.
We are like fields of poppy and lakes of lotus — diverse and bold in our differences, beautiful in our own ways.
This International Women’s Day, let us celebrate with compassion. Let us celebrate with equality through equity, the way flowers do.”
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Crisis Is No Time To Play Blame Game, Says Armed Forces Chief

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Chief of Defence Force Gen Tan Sri Affendi Buang stressed that the Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM) placed the safety of the people – especially flood victims – as a top priority.

In a statement issued today (21 December), he said ATM’s goal is to ensure that any efforts involving the management of flood disasters can be coordinated in an organized and effective manner.
This is not the time for any party to lay the blame so as to disrupt and jeopardize any rescue efforts as well as evacuate those affected by this disaster.Chief of Defence Force Gen Tan Sri Affendi Buang on cooperating in helping the people

There Is Great Strength In Togetherness
He said what is important here is close cooperation with each other by placing the interests of the safety of the victims as a top priority.
Any effort undertaken is based on the whole-of-government approach (joint activities performed by diverse government branches to provide a common solution to particular problems).
By doing so, it will ensure that each agency involved, coordinated by National Disaster Management Agency (NADMA), can be mobilized jointly and effectively.
Any shortcomings in the aspect of flood management are the joint responsibility of each agency, in finding solutions to improve the operations implemented and in the future.Chief of Defence Force Gen Tan Sri Affendi Buang calling on government agencies to make its utmost efforts to manage the floods

Affendi also emphasized that the ATM is always committed to performing its secondary duties, especially to assist the local authorities vis-a-vis NADMA.
READ MORE: Malaysia’s Armed Forces Joined Flood Relief Efforts Without Approval
The duties include rescuing victims affected by floods and efforts to evacuate them to safe areas.
At the same time, the flood victims involved are also expected to give full cooperation to the security forces for the smooth operation and well-being and safety of all.

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Akad Nikah In Selangor Suspended, Says JAIS & Couples Aren’t Too Happy About It

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It looks like happily ever after would have to wait for Muslim lovebirds and soon-to-weds in Darul Ehsan as the Selangor Islamic Religious Department (JAIS) announced it’s own ‘lockdown’ of all Akad Nikah or solemnization ceremonies in the state from 1 till 30 June.

This means that all forms of Akad Nikah activities in the state (even the hip virtual ones) would be suspended for the entire month of June.
Based on the statement JAIS made on social media, the decision had come about due to the enforcement of the nationwide ‘total lockdowns’.

Naturally, the broadcast was met with confusion and frustration by the residents of Selangor who’ve already made their wedding plans, as comments on JAIS’s page reveal that many people were distraught by the move.
Netizens had also requested for JAIS to consider allowing those who’ve already obtained approval and documentation for their weddings to go ahead with their plans and to allow virtual Akad Nikah ceremonies to take place.
Comments on JAIS’s Facebook page.(JabatanAgamaIslamSelangor/Facebook)
The official nationwide total lockdown standard operating procedures (SOP) released by the National Security Council (MKN) states that Akad Nikah activities can only take place at the offices of State Religious Departments in accordance with the rulings and regulations provided by the State Religious Authorities.

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A Hidden Gem For Authentic Korean Cuisine In Ara Damansara [Non-halal]

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There’s nothing better than a piping hot bowl of soup with barbecued meat on a cool night. And if you enjoy Korean food, you know that they’re all about that.

This hidden gem tucked away in an unassuming row of shops in Ara Damansara is bound to delight Korean fans with their authentic fare that is perfect for sharing.
The soy sauce marinade pork set comes with cheese and soup of your choice. (Credit: Anne Dorall/TRP)
MiMi Korean Restaurant’s menu is mostly Korean-style soups and barbecued meats, but they also have a smaller selection of ala carte dishes such as bibimbap and japchae.
The most popular (and value-for-money) options were their set dinners, so we tried the fan favourite Soy Sauce Marinade Pork Set that comes with barbecued meat, Korean pancake, cheese, fried cabbage, and your choice of soup.
The Taste Test
The meat comes cooked to perfection so you can dig in right away, and you’ll definitely want to do so. The meat is succulent and beautifully seasoned for a perfect, juicy bite. The soy sauce marinade wasn’t too salty, but had enough umami to really hit the right spot.
To eat the dish the traditional ssam way, the meat should be wrapped with lettuce and other toppings. Take a piece of the meat and dip it into the melted cheese. Then, wrap it with fresh lettuce. Add in chunky garlic pieces and chopped chili. Top it all off with a dash of ssamjang and salt.
The traditional way of eating ssam is a lettuce wrap, basically.(Credit: Anne Dorall/TRP)
Each bite is a wonderful burst of hot juicy meat, the salty-sweetness of the melted mozzarella cheese, and the crisp freshness of the lettuce.
The kimchi soup tastes fantastically homemade with rich flavours that tickle the appetite. However, the kimchi served here (soup or as a side dish banchan) is on the spicier side, so those that can’t tolerate the heat might want to choose the non-spicy soups instead.
Speaking of banchan, be prepared for a delectable and refillable spread of traditional Korean side-dishes like pickled cucumber, julienned potatoes and carrots, spicy kimchi, macaroni, and more. Each side-dish is so excellent, the dishes may be empty before your mains arrive.
A traditional spread of Korean banchan side-dishes.
(Credit: Anne Dorall/TRP)
Although the pancake may seem like the plainest dish on the table, it is far from being plain in taste. It’s simple, but certainly impressive with its and bright flavours that round out your meal.
The Korean pancake may look simple, but it definitely does not taste simple.(Credit: Anne Dorall/TRP)
The Verdict
This is one of those places where you want to hoard any knowledge of its existence. Even though it’s hidden away in a small shoplot, the restaurant is full house and often has a waiting line (which thankfully clears relatively fast).
Everything on the menu is excellent and will definitely satisfy any cravings you have for Korean food (and ruin you completely for mediocre Korean food). The portions are also pretty large, so bring an appetite or friends to share the food.
The set menus are meant for 2-3 pax, but it can easily feed more if you order from the ala carte menu or just top up a little bit of extra for optional add-ons such as ramen noodles or soup refills. Frankly, you could even just get an extra bowl of rice and go nuts on the refillable banchan.
A worthy dinner.(Credit: Anne Dorall/TRP)
Pair your meal with popular Korean drinks, alcoholic or not, and you will feel like the star of your own K-drama!
The prices here are certainly worth it for the quality of food you get, especially when you can split the bill with the table. The set menu starts at RM90++, but it’s actually one of the more afforable options as the ala carte menu alone starts at RM25++.
All in all, MiMi Korean Restaurant is a must-try for those who really love Korean food, but it’s also a worthwhile restaurant for those who just want good and deeply satisfying food.
The exterior may look unassuming, but don’t judge the restaurant by its signage.(Credit: Anne Dorall/TRP)
MiMi Korean RestaurantOpen daily 6pm-10pm
Address:C-G, 19, Jalan PJU 1a/3, Taipan 2 Damansara, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor

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Four Men Attempt To Interstate Travel From Selangor To Kelantan Using Fake Job Offer Letter

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Four men successfully crossed three roadblocks between Selangor and Besut, Terengganu, on 21 May.
But then failed to keep up their ruse at the fourth roadblock on the East Coast Highway 2 (LPT2) near Perasing, Chukai when the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) figured out that their job offer letter was a fake.
Speaking to Berita Harian, Kemaman district chief police Superintendent Hanyan Ramlan said that the four had been travelling in a Proton Persona and claimed that they passed through three roadblocks in Kajang, Gombak, and Bentong using the job offer letter.
Aged between 20 and 37 years old, the four men were held by the police officers managing the Kemaman roadblock at 9.15am near Chukai, Kemaman and asked for their interstate travel application approval letter issued by PDRM.
The four admitted that they didn’t have such an approval letter and further questions by the police ended up in the car driver admitting that he had been hired to send the three other men to Besut, Terengganu and Kelantan.
The driver admitted that he had been paid RM350 to send the three men and that he had done so after being showed the same fake offer letter as their excuse for interstate travel.Superintendent Hanyan Ramlan via Berita Harian
Superintendent Hanyan continued saying that the police then checked the job offer letter and after making some verifications, found that the address of the company on the letter did not exist, adding that the three men then admitted that the letter was a fake one made by a friend of theirs.
The four were then not only issued compounds by the police but also ordered to turn their car back around and drive back to where they came from.

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Malaysia’s New Covid-19 Record With 3,337 New Cases Today (14 Jan)

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Malaysia continues to break its Covid-19 records with 3,337 new cases reported today (14 January).

The previous record for highest new cases in a single day was merely two days ago on 12 January with 3,309 confirmed new infections.
This new record also comes with Malaysia’s second deadliest day with 15 death in a single day due to the virus, bringing the total death toll to 578.
The previous highest number of Covid-19-related deaths in a single day was on 8th January with 16 deaths.
Five states with the highest number of new cases are Selangor (1,036), Johor (460), Sabah (389), KL (257) and Penang (234).
Currently, Malaysia records 33,989 active cases with 195 patients in Intensive Care Unit and 86 patients intubated.
Status Terkini #COVID19, 14 Januari 2021 Kes sembuh=1,710Jumlah kes sembuh=113,288kes Kes baharu positif=3,337 kes (3,330 tempatan, 7 import) Jumlah positif=147,855Kes kematian=15Jumlah kes kematian=578 kes Kes dirawat di ICU=195 kes Bantuan Alat Pernafasan=86 kes pic.twitter.com/lMimz3hqY4— KKMalaysia🇲🇾 (@KKMPutrajaya) January 14, 2021

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[UPDATE] Walk-In Vaccination In Klang Valley Delayed For A Day

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Those who have not been vaccinated, starting with those above 40 and people with comorbidities can get vaccinated at selected Vaccination Centres (PPVs) without an appointment in Klang Valley starting 2 August, instead of 1 August.

The National Covid-19 Immunisation Programme (NIP) Coordinating Minister Khairy Jamaluddin added in a report that walk-in vaccination will be offered to those above 18 years-old starting 5 August.
The list of vaccination centres that would offer walk-in vaccinations will be issued by the Covid-19 Immunisation Task Force (CITF) today.
He noted that vaccinations offered are on a “first-come-first-serve” basis and will depend on the PPV’s capacity.
We are confident that by tomorrow, 99% of adults in the Klang Valley will receive their appointments.National Covid-19 Immunisation Programme (NIP) Coordinating Minister Khairy Jamaluddin
READ MORE:Walk-in Vaccinations Available For 60YO+ In Klang Valley TODAY (17 July)
Vaccination Centres (PPV) that will be accepting walk-ins from 2nd August. Please bring the relevant documents with you. pic.twitter.com/ZwIKAhbQq6— Vaksin COVID-19 🇲🇾 (@JKJAVMY) July 31, 2021

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How Xiaomi Managed To Beat The Odds And Become Malaysia’s Top Smartphone Vendor

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The smartphone market has always been a competitive space with multiple brands trying to outdo each other with specs, features, and value to entice consumers.

It’s often difficult for a tech company – especially new ones – to stand out in the sea of competitors but Xiaomi, which was founded in 2010 in Beijing by a group of engineers and designers led by co-founder and CEO Lei Jun, managed to do the impossible and establish a foothold in the market.
From the get-go, Xiaomi wanted to create their own path in the smartphone industry by introducing the first iteration of their MIUI user experience on 16 August 2010 and the Xiaomi Mi 1, their first-ever smartphone a year later.
During the early days of the company, Xiaomi often relied heavily on using the internet to sell and market their products. In hindsight, it was a brilliant move which helped them expand their reach and also kept costs low.
It is also one of the reasons why they were able to produce great smartphones without having to charge a premium price to the consumer.
It was all about growth and expansion for Xiaomi in the subsequent years with the company eventually becoming the fifth most used smartphone brand in China before they decided to expand their reach across the world.
In 2014, the company decided to open a headquarters in Singapore, a sign of intent that they wanted to be known globally as a reputable smartphone brand that creates great products for their customers.
It was around this time that the company began to create other products as well. Eventually, Xiaomi went on to create smart appliances which are part of their Xiaomi Smart Home ecosystem.
Even their name has a meaning behind it as the word “Xiaomi” literally translates to “rice grain”, which culturally meant that it ‘’started from nothing and reached to the top’’.
Another interesting fact to note is that the word, MI, actually stands for Mobile Internet but it also is a reference to the Mission Impossible franchise, an homage to the early days of the company when they had to battle the odds to come out on top.
One of the biggest smartphone brands in the world
Even though it might be tough for a brand to stand out from the rest of the pack, Xiaomi has been killing it in Malaysia with 80 Authorized Stores, 9 Xiaomi Display Zones, 157 Shop-in-Shops and 747 Preferred Partner Programmes nationwide.
The same can be said for their endeavors globally. In the third quarter of 2021, Xiaomi continued to expand its global market presence and was the second largest brand in Western Europe, with a 17% market share.Xiaomi is also in the top three rankings in Central and Eastern Europe with 6.8 million smartphone shipments. Their smartphone business alone has amassed revenue of nearly $37 billion.
In that same quarter, Xiaomi’s overseas markets grew by 27.1%, making it the fastest-growing smartphone brand in the world.
Built around the idea of making quality technology that’s accessible to everyone, this strategy has paid dividends to the company as it is now the third largest smartphone vendor in the world.
Caption: Authorized Xiaomi Stores in AEON Kepong (left) and the latest outlet located in Pavilion Bukit Jalil (right).(Credit: Xiaomi Malaysia)
Accessible tech for Malaysians
Over in the local smartphone market, Xiaomi is the top smartphone vendor with a 25% unit share for sell-in shipments in Malaysia for the third quarter of 2022, according to Canalys, a leading global market research firm.
The company has also managed to become number one in Malaysia for the year 2021 and the past two consecutive quarters of this year.
Credit: Canalys
How the company managed to outpace the competition and come out on top
Xiaomi’s mission is actually a simple one – to build amazing products with honest prices to let everyone enjoy a better life through innovative technology.
They focus on the core strategy of ‘Smartphone x AIoT’ where there’s an equal emphasis and focus on both the smartphone business and the Artificial Intelligence of Things (or AIoT) business that promotes seamless interconnectivity between smartphones and other intelligent devices as part of a smart living ecosystem.
This philosophy allows everyone to enjoy a better life through accessible technology and enables Xiaomi to lead the way into living in the future.
The way they market their smartphones is by deploying a ‘dual-brand’ strategy. As the name implies, there are two brands that cater to their market segments and help the company to drive its growth momentum.
First is Xiaomi which zeroes in on bringing premium smartphones minus the luxury price tag. What they’re trying to achieve is to create products that have the latest flagship technology and specs for heavy users without breaking the bank.
Next up is their Redmi line which has best-in-class performance at a great price-to-performance ratio. This segment is about coming out with phones that have great specs and performance at a truly affordable price for mid-range and light users.
Innovation to push boundaries
Another reason for their meteoric rise is their culture of being bold in innovating and pushing the boundaries of what technology can offer.
As a company that was founded by engineers and designers, they strive to push the envelope and come out with firsts in the tech industry.
Such is the case with their 108MP camera technology which was introduced over two years ago. This was then brought over later to the Redmi Note 11 Pro series – making it available to a wider consumer segment.
After breaking the 100-megapixel barrier, they didn’t rest on their laurels and went on to announce a 200MP camera that is fitted into the new Xiaomi 12T Pro, which is a first here in Malaysia.
Capture excellent photos with very clear details that feature the Xiaomi ProCut and Xiaomi ProFocus AI tracking technology to help create amazing content.(Credit: Xiaomi Malaysia)
This trend is unlikely to stop any time soon, as Xiaomi intends on continuing to operate based on its DNA and offer high price-to-performance ratio products to consumers.
Strong leadership, strong business
One of the people Responsible for Xiaomi’s growth here in Malaysia and Singapore since 2019 has been Country Director, Nicolas Shi.
Xiaomi Malaysia And Singapore Country Director Nicholas Shi(Credit: Xiaomi Malaysia)
“When I first became part of the Malaysia team, Xiaomi went from a small smartphone player to
achieving 25% market share in a mere 3 years. The hurdles and challenges we’ve faced thus far have made it all worthwhile. The key to Xiaomi’s success is in our people – my hardworking team members who work tirelessly in realizing these achievements, and also our Xiaomi Fans and business partners in Malaysia who have supported us since day one. We hope that you can continue to support us so that we can bring in more amazing products at honest prices,” said Nicolas.
Nicolas Shi (Left) pictured with Iskandar Mirza (Right), Tourism Malaysia’s domestic and event division senior director, during the launch of Xiaomi 12T series in Malaysia. (Credit: Xiaomi Malaysia)
He mentioned that the brand’s latest aim is to create quality and reliable customer service experiences by elevating Xiaomi’s after-sales services in Malaysia to boost consumer confidence.
In addition, Xiaomi vows to continue to expand its retail stores to be able to offer its product experience to wider parts of Malaysia and introduce the latest technologies offered at accessible price points.
*Source: Canalys Estimates (sell-in shipments), Smartphone Analysis, November 2022
To find out more about Xiaomi and the range of products that they have to offer, you can head on to Xiaomi Malaysia’s Facebook page for more news and the latest updates.
If you’re interested in getting to know more about the latest and greatest products from Xiaomi, check out their new premium smartphone the Xiaomi 12T series for ultra clarity with its 200MPs camera, or the midrange king, the Redmi Note 11 series.Also, check out Xiaomi’s super extensive range of smart AIoT products in Xiaomi Stores across the nation, and experience their products yourself today.

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Coffin-sized Room For Rent In Cheras Left Many Stunned

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Location, location, location…this was always the referred to thumb rule in the property sector. The property’s location indeed plays a huge part in determining one’s return of investment, be it profits from the sub-sale market or through rental yield.

And in nowadays market, RM300 for a non-sharing single bedroom is unheard of especially if the property is located a stone-throw away from the centre of Kuala Lumpur.
However, the person who posted the ad perhaps pushed it a bit far, considering that the room – well technically it is a room as it is accessible through a door –  that he wants to rent out is so small that people are comparing it to the grave, though it is a bit lengthier than a normal size grave.
A picture of the room was shared by Twitter user @flwrsxB with the caption “Good morning (to all) except to homeowners in KL that rents out rooms like this”.
Selamat pagi kecuali owner rumah dekat kl yang sewa bilik macam ni 😂😂 pic.twitter.com/VHef9RMKs9— bunga (@flwrsxB) July 31, 2022
It was not immediately clear where the ad was posted but the Twitter user did share a few details of the ad, explaining that the property located in Maluri in Cheras, is close to the public transportation, and complete with a breath-taking view of the KLCC Petronas Twin Tower (not from the room obviously) .
And to be fair, the room does come with a mattress and wall fan, so that is kind of a nice gesture by the owner to provide the basic furnishing for their new tenant.
The woman’s tweet had since been re-shared over 14,000 by Twitter users, while also making rounds in other social media platforms alike.
Reacting to the post, most people find that it is absurd that anybody could think of letting out a space that small.
Alam kubur versi ada tilam dan kipas.— Jalal Misai Akaun Baru (@jllmisai) July 31, 2022
Memang ikut size kubur ea?— BangOoyeahh! (@Waibesocmed) July 31, 2022
Bagi percuma pun sya tak mau…dh serupa macam lubang kubur🤣🤣🤣— Prince Yoshiro (@PrinceRayDauz) July 31, 2022
Others however said that this is the sad reality these days as it is common for homeowners to rent out small rooms or spaces of their property in urban areas.
Shah Alam pun ada camni…kawan kte sewa 1 rumah ada 9 bilik dorg kecikkn camni tp owner bijak sikit dia letak katil n para letak buku n hanger atas kepala kalau jatuh nasib la nokk tp letak Rm300 still ada org nk sewa…sbb nampak cozy bole letak barang atas para n bawah katil😅 pic.twitter.com/oC77GkDR5c— ρհⅈꪶꪮρꫝꪮ᥇ⅈꪖ ❤🩹 (@pilofobhia) July 31, 2022
Penduduk KL tak lama lagi sama dgn Rakyat hongkong pic.twitter.com/ulFTBd9wan— 🤤 (@miiirull) July 31, 2022
Ni besar sikit la dari liang lahad, semayang tu jaga jaga takut berlaga dinding— syaf (@EncikSyfq) July 31, 2022
Judging from what has been shared by the netizens, the grave-sized like room definitely got a lot of competition in the market.
While the location may be attractive to those working in the city, who would pay RM300 to sleep in a coffin-like room? But surely, there will be people entertaining the idea if the price were to go down.
Plus, not many people can tell their dates that their home comes with a view of the KLCC Twin Tower.

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Boy Rescued From Shipping Container In Malaysia Drowns In Bangladesh

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Months after getting accidentally trapped in a cargo container bound for Malaysia, Md Ratul Islam Fahim drowned in his homeland Bangladesh.

According to Bdnews24, 14-year-old Ratul drowned while bathing alone in a pond near his house at Monohargonj in Cumilla district on Saturday afternoon.
The police are currently investigating the incident. Ratul’s father Faruk Mia said his son was mentally challenged and did not know how to swim.
Ratul, the eldest of three brothers, bathed alone because everyone else was busy harvesting paddy in the field.
How can I live on after this?Ratul’s father, Faruk Mia
At the request of the family, Ratul was buried without post-mortem examination with permission from local authorities.
Md Ratul Islam Rahim was rescued from the shipping container on 17 January this year. Image: TRP File
On 17 January 2023, Ratul was rescued from inside a shipping container five days after the ship, MV Integra, left Chattogram.
A dock worker heard knocking sounds inside the empty container which prompted government agencies to inspect each of the six containers that arrived at West Port, Klang.
They discovered Ratul in a weak state as he had no food or drinks for days when he was stuck inside the container.
He told the authorities that he fell asleep inside the container while playing with his friends.
After getting medical treatment at Tengku Ampuan Rahimah Hospital, the Bangladesh High Commission in Malaysia facilitated his return home. Ratul flew home on 21 February.
READ MORE: Boy Falls Asleep In Cargo Container, Endures 6 Days Being Stuck As Ship Travels From Bangladesh To Malaysia
READ MORE: Container Boy Fahim Goes Home To Family In Bangladesh

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Why a trans-woman was selected as CCM representative by MOH

After Rania Zara Medina, a former transwomen beauty pageant winner, was appointed as one of the 25 Country Coordinating Mechanism (CCM) representatives, the issue went viral.

Following much criticism from the rakyat, the deputy Health Minister Dr. Lee Boon Chye responded with the reason for the appointment.
A press statement was released on social media yesterday (July 10).

Isu pelantikan transgender sebagai ahli CCM.
1. Pelantikan mengikut prosedur sedia ada (sejak 2009).
2. Pelantikan Rania Zara Medina bagi mengisi kuota kumpulan sasar CCM iaitu transgender.
Baca kenyataan penuh Tim. Menteri Kesihatan, YB Dr Lee Boon Chye. pic.twitter.com/plNENYbA1E
â€” KKMPutrajaya (@KKMPutrajaya) July 9, 2019

Among the things that were explained in the statement was that Raniaâ€™s appointment was truly textbook, following existing procedures.
Dr. Lee explains that all 25 CCM members have different roles to play when representing the country. As the other 24 CCM members were stakeholders from government agencies, non-governmental organisations, and even academic members.
However, the community representative for the Global Fund has to come from the target population.

The target population includes transgenders, men who have sex with men, female sex workers, people who use drugs, and people living with HIV/AIDS (PLHIV).
Dr Lee via Malay Mail
Hence, appointing Rania, a transgender, is just fitting with this criterion.

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Besides that, in the statement, MOH explained the function of CCM under the Global Fund initiative.
As a CCM representative, one would hold the huge responsibility in drafting and sending in the proposal to The Global Fund, an international nonprofit organisation that channels funds to help battle AIDS, tuberculosis (TB) and malaria.
This year, Malaysia has chosen the Malaysian AIDS Council as the Principal Recipient of funding.

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This funding is crucial for Malaysia to advance further in the field of AIDS.
Especially since Malaysia has been making so much progress in this field.
FYI, Malaysia is the first country in the world to have eliminated mother to baby HIV transmission.

via GIPHY
We hope with the funding received, our country continues to make milestones in AIDS, TB and malaria.


PAS Slammed For Comparing Palestinian Struggle With Malays For Political Purposes

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PAS’ attempt at drawing comparisons between the Palestinian struggle and the Malays’ land ownership in Penang has drawn flak from various quarters.

The party’s Twitter account recently posted a thread saying “Penang should learn from the history of Palestine.”
Pulau Pinang perlu belajar dari sejarah Palestin.Pemilikan Zionis Yahudi ke atas tanah milik rakyat Palestin bukanlah berlaku sekelip mata.Zionis yang asalnya orang asing telah mendapat 1.5% tanah di Palestin pada 1918.Nampak kecil dan tidak memberi kesan kepada penduduk— PAS Pusat (@PASPusat) June 13, 2023
The thread wasn’t attributed to any particular party leader but comes in the heels of the party’s state election chief Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor’s statement that historically, Penang belonged to Kedah.
Palestinian support group BDS (Boycott, Divestments, Sanctions) Malaysia in a statement said any attempt to equate the Palestinians’ plight with the Malays in Malaysia for political purposes is regrettable and should cease immediately.

BDS Malaysia notes a statement that equates the situation in Penang with the situation in Palestine, where the decline in land ownership of Malays in Penang is equated with the decline in land ownership of Palestinians in their land.
BDS Malaysia
BDS Malaysia said the statement was not only historically wrong, but it was hazardous as it underestimated the cruelty that has happened to the Palestinian people for more than seven decades and continues to this day.

It should be noted that the case of Palestine is a form of `settler-colonialism’ where foreigners who came from Europe colonized the land of Palestine and at the same time killed the Palestinian people, including children, women and the elderly, destroyed their homes and hometowns, seized their land and drove them out to become refugees.
BDS Malaysia
These refugees, who number in the millions, have not been allowed to return to this day, BDS Malaysia remarked.

It should also be noted that the killing of innocent Palestinians, the destruction of their homes, the imprisonment of thousands of Palestinians, and the forcible seizure of land continue to this day.
BDS Malaysia
PAS’ Twitter thread claimed that it was not impossible that the same thing that happened to the Palestinians could happen in Malaysia, alleging that it was in fact, already happening.

“Little by little a Muslim majority area has been swallowed by development. Bit by bit land was bought up and taken over by developers. In 2008, a research by USM found that Malay land ownership in Penang was only at 20.41%.
PAS on Twitter
The Twitter thread claimed that the Penang government was committing “systematic seizure” in taking over land ownership and dominating areas that were originally of Malay-Muslim majority.
“If this is not stopped, it is not impossible that in the next 50 years, Malays will be wiped out from their own land.”

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“What Will PBM Bring To The Table If BN Accepts Its Application?” – Analysts Doubt BN Needs PBM In GE15

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Parti Bangsa Malaysia’s (PBM) apparent lack of strength may be the main reason Barisan Nasional (BN) has decided against accepting the party’s application to join the coalition.

Nusantara Academy for Strategic Research (NASR) senior fellow Prof Dr Azmi Hassan said that it was hard to gauge PBM’s real strength as the party is still new.
Prof Dr Azmi Hassan.
“Their only strength at the moment comes from elected lawmakers who jumped ship from another party into PBM so it is hard to analyse the party’s grassroots strength,” Azmi said in a WhatsApp reply to TRP.
He added that BN too had previously said that it wouldn’t meddle with Sarawak’s politics, which would create another problem if the former ruling coalition were to accept PBM into its fold.
“BN policy clearly states that the party wouldn’t interfere in Sarawak political affairs so where would PBM president Datuk Larry Sng, who is the incumbent Julau MP (a parliamentary constituency in Sarawak) stand in the upcoming election?
“So at the end of the day, the decision not to accept PBM as its component party gives BN less headache than accepting them into its fold. Also, what does PBM bring to the table if it is accepted?”
Yesterday, Sng wrote on his Facebook that the party will run in GE15 using its own logo after their request to join BN was denied by the coalition – and that he would defend his Julau seat in the upcoming general election.
He also stated that it is important for PBM, which has its roots originating from Sabah and Sarawak to continue to be the voice and represent the people of East Malaysia.
READ MORE: PBM To Stand Alone In GE15 After Denied Entry Into BN
PBM was re-branded from the Sarawak Workers Party in November last year. It is largely made up of former PKR leaders and had six elected MPs in the last Parliament before it was dissolved on 10 October.
Meanwhile, sharing the same sentiment with Azmi, political analyst Prof Datuk Dr Abdul Halim Sidek said that BN’s decision not to accept PBM means fewer problems for the coalition if they formed the Federal government post GE15.
Prof Datuk Abdul Halim Sidek.
“A party chief would normally command a ministerial post so now BN would not have to appoint ministers among PBM ranks (if they win GE15),” he said, adding that it was probably a good decision by BN.
He said that the “blue waves” is soaring high at the moment, referring to BN’s colours, especially after securing thumping victories in the Melaka and Johor state polls, post-GE14.
Sabah and Sarawak also had their state polls after GE14, with victories for BN-friendly coalitions; Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) and Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS), respectively.
He however said that UMNO, the undoubted backbone of BN, should remember that these victories were recorded while PAS were together with them under the Muafakat Nasional (MN) chapter.
“PAS has decided to be with Perikatan Nasional (PN) so UMNO must be cautious of that. But I still think BN has the advantage. The rakyat rejects political frogs so there goes the support for PN while the support of the Malays for Pakatan Harapan (PH) appears to wane due to their rejection of DAP,” he added.
Abdul Halim, however, said that no single party can form the government alone, as seen worldwide, and that BN too would still need support from others to form the next Federal government.
Aside from Friends of BN which is made up of Makkal Sakti, Parti Cinta Malaysia (PCM), Malaysian Indian Progressive Front (IPF), Malaysian Indian Muslim Congress (KIMMA), Malaysian Indian United Party (MUIP), and Parti Punjabi Malaysia (PPM), BN’s other allies include GPS.
GPS, made up of PBB, PRS, PDP and SUPP, was formerly part of BN but broke away to form its own coalition after the 2018 general election.
In the 2021 Sarawak state poll, GPS won 75 seats out of the total 82 seats in the Sarawak state assembly, forming the State government with a two-thirds majority.

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8 Remains Recovered, 60 Rescued So Far In Batang Kali Landslide

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It is estimated that as many as 100 people were at a camping site near the Father Organic Farm in Batang Kali early this morning, where a landslide occurred.

The incident happened near the road connecting Batang Kali with Genting Highlands.
According to Bernama, eight people are confirmed dead, while 60 have been rescued as of 9.15 am.
The head of the Malaysia Fire and Rescue Service (JBPM) in Selangor, Datuk Norazam Khamis, said his party received a distress call regarding the incident at 2.24 am.

Berita Harian quoted him as saying that a team of 20 firefighters from stations in Kuala Kubu Bharu, Rawang and Genting Highlands were dispatched to the scene of the incident.
Based on initial reports, a landslide that occurred on the side of the road near Father Organic Farm hit a camping site. The height of the ruins is estimated to be 30 meters with a estimated collapse area of one acre (0.4 hectares).JBPM Selangor head Datuk Norazam Khamis on the rescue efforts.
Search and rescue operations (SAR) are being actively carried out, including using the solemn detection dog unit (K9) and the Emergency Service Assistance Unit (EMRS)

Meanwhile, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and several ministers will visit the disaster site.
Astro Awani quoted Communications and Digital Minister Fahmi Fadzil saying that the prime minister personally conveyed the matter when he contacted him this morning.
At the same time, Anwar had ordered all government departments involved in the SAR mission for landslide victims at the campsite to carry out the work meticulously and systematically.
In a statement, he said he was surprised by the incident.
I have received information from the Minister of Local Government Development, the Minister of Natural Resources, Environment and Climate Change and the Chief Minister of Selangor regarding the search and rescue mission.Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on the incident.
The Tambun MP was informed that the ministers would go down to the location this morning.
However, he advises them not to interfere with the SAR.
Kenyataan Media16 Disember 2022Dikejutkan dengan insiden tanah runtuh di tapak perkhemahan Father’s Organic Farm dekat jalan menghubungkan Batang Kali dengan Genting Highland. pic.twitter.com/I6PeaUR0hp— Anwar Ibrahim (@anwaribrahim) December 16, 2022

As rescuers race against time, the Facebook page of Father Organic Farm had been flooded with prayers from concerned netizens.

According to locals, the area in Batang Kali near Gohtong Jaya has witnessed a mushrooming of campsites in recent years.
The area is popular given its cool weather and proximity to Genting Highlands.
It is unknown if these campsites, including basic and luxury ones, are all built according to regulations and meet all safety requirements.

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The Efforts Behind Pouring The Perfect Pint Of Guinness

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Ever wondered why it takes the barman twice as long to come back with a pint of Guinness than, say, a regular draft beer?

That’s because it matters how you pour a Guinness, and part of the reason is the nitrogen – the gas used to carbonate it.
It gives the stout, iconic silky texture in your mouth and distinctive creamy head – resting above the dark beer that gets its colour from barley roasted at 232 degrees.
Pouring and serving a proper Guinness requires training and patience for the drink itself.
With this in mind, Heineken Malaysia Berhad’s Star Academy is again searching for the best Guinness bartender through its annual Guinness Perfect Pour programme.
The Guinness Perfect Pour 2022 programme is to train and challenge bar staff to be the best Guinness bartender. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
Care And The Desire For Perfection
The programme seeks to train bartenders nationwide to uphold the standards of serving Guinness while rewarding the champion for delivering quality glasses of Guinness.
Participants will experience an immersive understanding of Guinness’s origin, ingredients, and serving rituals.
Bar staff in Malaysia are invited to join training sessions across six states from August to October, with participants standing a chance to win an all-expenses paid trip to the home of Guinness in Dublin, Ireland.
We are passionate about our customers and consumers, and we strive to give them the best experience in enjoying Guinness. Our commitment to serving high-quality beers extends beyond perfecting the brewing process. Vasily Baranov, Sales Director of Heineken Malaysia, on empowering trade partners by training bartenders in mastering the perfect pour to serve beer at the highest quality.
Participants in Guinness Perfect Pour 2022 programme learn the makings of Guinness. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
He pointed out that the six steps in the Guinness Perfect Pour technique bring out the perfect flavour, aroma, and presentation, ensuring that every Guinness fan gets to cheer for a perfect serve every time.
The Perfect Pour
Hence, partner restaurants, pubs and bars are encouraged to join this year’s Star Academy Guinness Perfect Pour and serve world-class Guinness across the country.
Participants learn to pour their pint of the world’s most famous stout, beautiful to look at and ready to drink.
The harp device has been synonymous with Guinness since 1862, when it was used as a symbol on the first bottle label for the stout. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
From cleaning the glass and polishing the fountain to carefully watching the colours of foam and beer – they learn all the tricks to serve a perfect Guinness.
Participants also learn other relevant aspects, such as regular cleaning and maintenance of the tap spout, ensuring customers experience quality beer with every pour.
 Bar staff in Malaysia will benefit significantly from the training sessions. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
Heineken Malaysia will select and invite the top seven scorers from the training sessions to attend the award ceremony in October 2022, where the Guinness Perfect Pour 2022 champion will be crowned.
During the ceremony, the first and second place winners will walk away with an all-expenses paid trip to Dublin, Ireland, where Irish brewer Arthur Guinness started brewing the world-known stout over 250 years ago.
All participants will also receive a Guinness Perfect Pour 2022 recognition plaque trophy and official certificate upon completion of the training.

Guinness has been brewed in Malaysia since 1965.
What Is The Perfect Pint of Guinness?
Pour the Guinness Draught into a glass tilted at 45 degrees, and as the glass fills, straighten it upright until it is three-quarters full.
Let it settle for precisely 119.5 seconds (to the millisecond) before topping up the pint – just enough to cause the carrier to use a steady hand!
The six steps to a perfect Guinness. (Pix: The Guinness Academy)
With its creamy white head on top that sits slightly over the rim of the glass, your perfect pint is ready to drink.
Some said it is a unique beer that can be temperamental because you can go into many pubs, and each pub will have a different Guinness.

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Netizen Claims Immigration Officer Want Cigarettes As Bribe

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A man has claimed that an Immigration officer at the Johor Bahru Urban Transformation Center (UTC) had blatantly asked for bribes.

The incident allegedly happened when he went there to apply for a passport for his baby.
He recently arrived at UTC with his baby at 10 am and took a number for his turn.
It was estimated that it would be his turn at 11:30 am, and he would have to wait for about an hour and a half.
Suddenly, an immigration official saw him with a young baby, so he came forward to “care” and offered help to speed up the completion of his passport application.
The condition was that he needed to give the officer two packs of cigarettes.
Sin Chew reported the man’s encounter and published his Facebook post.

The man claimed that he declined the offer.
Instead, he responded that he would consider it and then continued to fill in the information.
When the man finished filling out the information, the official said to the man again: “It is okay if you do not want it, or you can wait for an hour.”
Because he wants to do the right thing, the man waits for his turn.
However, he watched the people who came in from behind go to the counter to pay.
He suspected it means that many people have accepted the “special treatment” from officials.
Patience Has Its Limits
When he saw that people who arrived at the immigration office at 11:30 in the morning had paid ahead of him and already received their passports, he felt even angrier.
When he went to the counter to inquire, the officer on duty told him that when it was his turn, he would naturally deal with it and asked him to continue to wait patiently.
In the end, the man waited for 3 hours and 45 minutes at the immigration office before he successfully got the child’s passport.
He has doubts about this incident, saying that if parents bring a young baby, shouldn’t a special counter exist to apply for a passport?
He pointed out that it was not easy to take care of the baby alone, but he could still manage.
However, he loathed the culture of civil servants asking for bribes.
Sekarang kakitangan awam dapat 3 kenaikan, yg terbaru "Rasuah"…kenaikan terbaru. https://t.co/c08IKu52EG pic.twitter.com/DhGB0Y0sMU— Man Dato (@Azman_Ajoi) April 11, 2023
Integrity In The Civil Service
After his post was uploaded, netizens started heated discussions.
Many believed that such unhealthy atmosphere should be eradicated so that the efficiency of civil servants can be improved.
In response, Stulang assemblyman Chen Kah Eng told Sin Chew that the UTC Immigration Department should investigate the matter and take action if it is true.
The accusation came in the wake of another incident in which a policeman allegedly demanded bribe from a female tourist from China.
  @nuruliszain Nahh untuk hampa yang nak taw translate kes abam polis mintak ic passport dkt minah mainland recently.. macam ada unsur2 pelik jaa minah ni bercerita.. 🤷🏻♀ #polismalaysia🇲🇾 #duitkopi  Thank you laoshi tolong translate dekat kami semua 🙏🏼🙏🏼 @Mandarinjer ♬ original sound  – Nurulis Zain
If you suspect corruption or have concerns about the conduct of civil servants or any other individuals, it is advisable to report it to the appropriate authorities.
You can report it to agencies such as the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) or other relevant agencies, for investigation and appropriate action.
It is important to rely on credible and verified sources of information when making judgments or forming opinions about corruption or any other issue.

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The Death Penalty: Justice Or Injustice?

Death by Hanging is Malaysia’s ultimate punishment for a criminal since it was first introduced under British rule in 1952.
It was originally reserved for murderers but was later extended to other crimes including drug-related offences when it was made mandatory for those convicted of drug trafficking in 1983.
Since Malaysia gained independence in 1957, 469 executions have been carried out – 229 for drug trafficking, 114 for offences under the Internal Security Act, 1960, 106 for murder, 19 for firearm-related offences, and 1 for kidnapping.
It’s viewed by some as an act of justice and others as an inhumane way to end a personâ€™s life.
Picture Credit: NST
Waiting at the gallows
As of February 2019, 1,281 people in Malaysia were reported to be on death row, with 44% of them being foreign nationals.
Out of the 713 Malaysians currently on death row, 48% of them are Malays while 24% are Chinese, 25% are Indian and 4% belong to other ethnic groups
As of 2019, those sentenced to death are held in 26 detention facilities across the country with 17 prisons in the peninsula holding the majority of the inmates; 1,139, or 89% and remaining nine facilities in East Malaysia house the remaining 11%.
Most of them, 89% or 1,140 individuals, are men while 141 are women.
Picture Credit: Amnesty International Malaysia
The remainder of those sentenced to death are made up of 568 Foreign nationals from 43 countries.
Nigerians make up 21% of the total, followed by Indonesia (16%), Iran (15%), India (10%), Philippines (8%) and Thailand (6%).
Picture Credit: Amnesty International Malaysia
For crimes committed, 73% have been convicted of drug trafficking under section 39(b) of the Dangerous of Drugs Act, 1952 while a further 25% were convicted of murder and the remainder of offences are related to firearms and robbery.
Only one man currently holds the distinction of being sentenced to death for waging war against the King or Ruler of a State.
Point of discussion
Capital punishment has always been a prevalent talking point in society and was even included in Pakatan Harapanâ€™s GE14 manifesto with them vowing to revoke mandatory death by hanging in all Acts.
After coming into power, the new government decided to abolish the death penalty for 32 offences under eight acts of law, including Section 302 of the Penal Code on murder.
They are the Firearms (Heavier Penalties) Act 1971, Firearms Act 1960, Kidnapping Act 1961, Armed Forces Act 1972, Water Services Industries Act 2006, Strategic Trade Act 2010 and Dangerous Drugs Act 1952.
However, some quarters say the government did a “u-turn” because they left it to the courts to decide whether a convict should be hanged although the mandatory capital punishment will be abolished.
The move was heavily criticised by lawyers associations in the country who called it â€œshocking and unprincipledâ€, calling it a move to prevent political backlash from the public.
With Malaysia currently looking at ways to deal with the situation, we take a look at different perspectives from both sides to understand the issue.
Picture Credit: Malay Mail
 The Argument Against The Death Penalty
Amnesty Malaysia said the death penalty violates the most fundamental human right which is the right to life and labelled it as the ultimate cruel, inhuman and degrading punishment.
They hold the view of the death penalty as discriminatory and any society which executes offenders is committing the same violence it condemns.
They’ve also cited countries who abolished capital punishment such as Canada which saw the murder rate decreased since the death penalty was first abolished.
When the death penalty is carried out, it is final. Mistakes that are made cannot be unmade. An innocent person may be released from prison for a crime they did not commit, but an execution can never be reversed. Amnesty International Malaysia
As a response for the points made by families who are against the abolishment of the death penalty, Malaysians Against the Death Penalty (MADPET) noted the protestors made families of victims that were murdered or killed, but said in Malaysia there are many offences that carry theÂ deathÂ penalty, and some even the mandatoryÂ deathÂ penalty, for offences that do not even directly result in theÂ deathÂ or injury of the victim.
Whilst the views of these family of murder victims ought to be considered, justice demands that Malaysia ought to abolish the death penalty without any more delay. It must be acknowledged that there are also many family members of murder victims that are strong advocates for the abolition of the death penalty.MADPET coordinator Charles Hector
Madpet also added said some offenses that now have the mandatoryÂ deathÂ penaltyÂ for crimes that do not result inÂ the deathÂ of victims include drug trafficking and certain listed offenses.
They’ve mentioned legislation such as section 3 and 3A of theÂ Firearms (IncreasedÂ PenaltiesÂ Act 1971)Â Â where a firearm is discharged, both the person who discharged the firearm and the accomplices will face the mandatoryÂ deathÂ penalty when committing the following 6 crimes:
 Extortion Robbery The preventing or resisting by any person, of his own arrest or the arrest of another by a police officer or any other person lawfully empowered to make the arrest. Escaping from lawful custodyAbduction or kidnapping under sections 363 to 367 of the Penal Code and section 3 of the Kidnapping Act 1961 [Act 365]House-breaking or house-trespass under sections 454 to 460 of the Penal Code
The risk of miscarriage of justice demands that we do not wrongly extinguish the life of a fellow human being, and the only real solution is the total abolition of theÂ deathÂ penalty. MADPET coordinator Charles Hector
The Argument For The Death Penalty
The families of murder victims have spoken out against abolishing the death penalty for heinous crimes, including murder from premeditation.
They were also concerned that Malaysia could become a haven for criminals and said the move by the current government protects the interests of criminals more than the victims.
Most of all, they want justice to be served to those who took away their loved ones and caused trauma to the victims’ families.
For us family members there is no closure as long as we know these criminals are out free or that there is a chance for them to escape the death penalty. Tan Siew Lin, 57, the mother of Annie Kok Yin Cheng, who was raped and killed in her own home.

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Orang Asli Man Mauled To Death By Tiger, Family Wants The Animal Caught

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An Orang Asli man, Halim Asin, 27, who went missing on Tuesday, has been found dead on Thursday around 5.10pm.

It’s believed he was mauled to death by a tiger based on the injury marks on the right of the victim’s neck and skull. Wildlife and National Parks Department (Perhilitan) officers also found tiger tracks around the crime scene.
According to Utusan, Halim was fishing with his 8-year-old nephew, Alang Kuang, when he was attacked by the tiger.
Alang, the sole witness, escaped by jumping into the river and swam towards the family’s campsite. He told his grandfather, Asin Parang, what happened. By the time the family rushed to the scene, Halim was nowhere to be found.
The Search and Rescue (SAR) team found the body curled up and stuck on a tree stump in Kuala Sungai Tunggul, which is about 2km from the scene while searching near the water.
Gua Musang police chief Superintendent Sik Choon Foo said the body could have been washed from the crime scene to the current location where it was spotted by the SAR team.
Since it was dangerous for the rescue team to bring the body out in the dark, they only brought the body out to Sungai Aring 5 around 12.30pm the next day.
The body was then sent to Gua Musang Forensic Hospital for post-mortem before being buried following Batek customs.
Lelaki Orang Asli kaum Batek, Halim Asin 27 yang hilang selepas didakwa diserang harimau Selasa lalu, disahkan maut selepas mayatnya ditemukan di Kuala Sungai Tunggul, Gua Musang Mayat ditemui terlungkup dan tersangkut pada tunggul kayu, 2KM dari lokasi dilaporkan hilang. pic.twitter.com/zIkp2Gl4dr— Mohd Redzuan Abdul Manap (@redzuanNewsMPB) May 12, 2023
Buried Following Batek Customs
Harian Metro reported that it was the first time someone in Kampung Aring 5’s Batek community died from a wild animal attack.
Based on Batek customs, the corpse of a person who died falling from a tree or from an animal attack wouldn’t be brought home. The body would be left at the scene and a dukun would carry out a few rituals to prevent disturbance from wild animals.
The body also couldn’t be touched by others in case they die the same way as the victim. In this case, after consulting with the village elders, the body was covered with a rug and handled with gloves during the burial process.
The victim’s family hopes that Perhilitan can track and capture the tiger, The Star reported. Halim’s father, Asin Parang, 68, said the family is finding it tough to get over the tragedy. Halim was the fourth child among the six siblings in the family.

If I follow my angry heart, I want the tiger to die too because it killed my son. There are many animals in the forest, but humans are getting attacked (by tigers). I hope the tiger goes far away.
Victim’s father, Asin Parang

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Astro Awani’s WFH Blooper Reel Is What We NEEDED Today

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Working from home has all kinds of issues, not least of which are these video conference calls we have to take part in from time-to-time.

But things don’t always go according to plan even for professionals as evident in a hilarious blooper reel shared on Twitter by Astro Awani morning anchorman Hakim Rahman.
The clip features everything from the sound of roosters randomly interrupting discussions, to human error, and the steely determination of one newsreader obviously experiencing technical difficulties.
“Awani’s morning show centres around commentary of news and current affairs delivered in a more relaxed tone.
“So when things like bloopers happen, we just make the best of it because those are the real things that happen behind the scenes and even live on air,” Hakim told TRP when contacted.
AWANI Pagi anchorman Hakim Rahman(Pic via Twitter)
“What’s important is that we get the people the facts they need to know. Basically, our pillars are to inform, educate, entertain, and to inspire our viewers.
“Our bosses are also understanding that going live from home will result in bloopers and they support us.”
He added that working from home also makes the team more creative in using whatever they have at hand.
Screengrab via AWANI Pagi website.
Commenting on one particularly hilarious incident (which we won’t spoil), Hakim said it happened minutes before an exclusive interview with Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad commenting on Covid-19 as a medical doctor.
“I was flustered when it happened, thinking about what questions to ask Dr Mahathir, so I asked Geegee Ahmad to help Afiezy Azaman.
“It’s not easy to figure out editorial and technical at the same time,” said Hakim.
He’s right, but thankfully this laugh-out-loud moment was caught on camera, along with the varied reactions of the team which warrant multiple replays.
Buat hal la masing2 #wfh #bloopers pic.twitter.com/3cWjMOKG5N— Hakim Rahman (@HakimAWANI) January 23, 2021
You can watch Hakim and the rest of the AWANI Pagi team live on astroawani.com or channel 501 on Astro with the morning segments starting at 7.30am.
“You might even catch those bloopers live,” added Hakim.

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Covid-19: Kuching Now Green Zone Again After 2 Weeks Without New Cases

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In July, Malaysia was rocked by the second wave of Covid-19 infections with Kuching seeing a whopping 9 new clusters appearing in Sarawak’s state capital alone.

However, thanks to the quick actions by the Health Ministry and Sarawak Disaster Management Committee (SDMC), Kuching is now officially a green zone again with no new local Covid-19 infections reported over the past 14 days.
In fact, SDMC reports that all districts in Sarawak are now green zones.

However, as of 12 August, 10 clusters remain active, which are:
Sentosa Cluster – 31 casesKuching Engineering Cluster – 8 casesMambong Cluster – 7 casesStutong Market Cluster – 7 casesSatok Market Cluster – 4 casesKuching Medical Centre Cluster – 3 casesJupiter Cluster – 3 casesMelbourne PUI Cluster – 3 casesKuching Jetty Cluster – 2 casesKuching Construction Company Cluster- 2 cases
Of the 70 active cases in the state, only three patients are currently undergoing treatment at the Sarawak General Hospital.
Pergerakan 14 hari taburan kes Covid-19 mengikut daerah di Malaysia.Kuching kembali ke zon hijau. Semua rakyat Malaysia diminta untuk terus patuhi SOP yang disediakan. pic.twitter.com/Bp0pwubk8r— KKMPutrajaya (@KKMPutrajaya) August 12, 2020
The Health Ministry confirms 11 new Covid-19 cases reported on 12 August, whereby three are local transmission cases that involve two Malaysians and one non-Malaysian.
Two locals were confirmed positive after being screened at a medical centre in Kedah with symptoms.
They are currently undergoing treatment at Hospital Sultanah Bahiyah, Kedah and the Health Ministry states that the two cases are not related.
One case involving a foreign national was detected in Sabah when a detainee was screened at the Tawau Police Station.
No additional Covid-19 death was reported and the death toll in Malaysia remains at 125.

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Kenyataan Akhbar KPK 12 Ogos 2020 – Situasi Semasa Jangkitan Penyakit Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) di Malaysia