Night Soil Carriers, The Unsung Heroes Who Helped Keep Malaysia’s Toilets In Check

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Have you ever thought about what happens to your byproducts after you do your business?

They go into the sewage system, right? But what happens if we do not have an efficient sewage system yet? How do we dispose of our waste?
 Let’s go back in time around 50 or 60 years ago when a proper sewage treatment system didn’t exist yet in Malaysia.
Apart from just doing their business in the rivers or burying their poop in the dirt, people back then needed a systematic way to dispose of their excrements.
Then came the unsung heroes, called the Night Soil Carriers. It was one of the looked-down jobs at the time (among the bottom 6 least prestigious jobs in Malaya in the 1960s). But it actually helped the city’s public sanitation and was a very vital job.
(Credit: Singapore Memory Project / Blog)
A tough man’s job
Nightsoil means human excrement, collected in buckets or containers during nighttime. People who collect these buckets or containers and transport them from one place to another are called Night Soil Carriers.
These men were shunned due to the nature of their job, which was to carry individual pails of human excrete from houses to trucks where they will be properly disposed of.
They had to wake very early in the morning around 4 or 5 am, go knock on the back of these houses (usually where the toilets are) at 6 am, collect the full pail, replace them with a clean one and carry the filled ones to a 36-door truck, called honey wagons.
Then the truck would take the waste to the main collection centre to be pumped into the sea. When the truck returned, they did it all again, until it was lunchtime.
A honey wagon in Singapore. (Credit: Westly Ong / Blog)
Usually, the workers would make some noise by throwing the pail cover on the ground or opening a small door on the truck to inform the locals of their arrival. Some nice people even pulled the latrine pail out of the toilet for them.
Some were also rude to them. One worker even remembered that he was once spat on right in front of his face.
Another worker also recalled his first day of work as a “Kang Thao” or head of the night soil worker.
I remember I cried on the first day at work. The smell was unbearable.Mr. Kathy, former ‘Kang Thao’
But that was just their ‘supervisor’. Imagine the workers themselves, collecting heavy pails of human excrements, and carrying them on poles on their shoulders. It takes enormous guts.
Some of them had to work every day
Some of them had to work 7 days a week, from 6 am to noon, almost without any day off throughout the year. Although they were given annual leaves, most of their holidays were compensated with incentives.
This is because the job doesn’t have many applicants, and without the proper sewage system in the area at the time, they had no choice but to work every day.
A night soil carrier in Singapore. (Credit: Kamal Abu Serah / Blog)
After they’re done with this job around noon, they would continue to work other additional jobs like cleaning jobs or building construction jobs to earn extra money.
As cited in The Star, Tan Chin Keat, a son of a night soil worker reminisced the moments when his father had to go out in the morning, in his shorts and singlet, often wearing a cap to avoid people from recognizing him when he was on the job.
Heroes without a cape
“Imagine, if it weren’t for them, everything would collect and people would fall sick. And if floods appear, this would certainly worsen the disease spread among citizens”, said Tan, further.
If you want to find out more about their job, watch a 35-minute documentary created by Purge, where they interviewed some of the night soil workers and their descendants that used to live in the now-demolished Teoh Heng Kongsi (hostel for the night soil workers) in Jalan SP Chelliah, Georgetown, Penang.
Same night soil worker in Singapore, just at a different time (left). Member of PURGE team looking for artefacts in Penang (right).(Credit: Philip Chew / Blog, PURGE)
The documentary was aimed to give voice to these unsung heroes as some of them even hid the fact of their past job from their children, ashamed. Apart from that, it seeks to document the historical and cultural significance of George Town’s manual bucket latrine or night soil system, which was prominent in the early 1900s.
Alternatively, you can also watch a short video of what a night soil carrier is here.
Take a look at some of the detailed pictures of the night soil carrier and the process behind it here.

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Single Mother Jailed 30 Days For MCO Violation. She Needs The Sentence Revised

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A single mother of a 6-year-old child was sentenced to 30 days in jail on 21st April for violating the Movement Control Order (MCO).
The offence was committed at Taman Subang Mas in Subang Jaya around 5pm on 12th April.
FMT reported that B Lisa Christina pleaded guilty to the charge and received jail time. However, two others who were charged at the same were only fined the maximum RM1,000.
Based on this disparity in sentencing, Lisa is now seeking a review of her case,
With the Selangor Legal Aid Centre on her side, the revision application has been filed and a High Court judge in Shah Alam will hear the case tomorrow.
Under Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases (Measures within Infected Local Areas) Regulations, offenders found guilty were liable to a fine up to RM1,000, or maximum 6 months imprisonment, or both.

[UPDATED] Finally, Deputy Health Minister & Perak Exco Brought To Court For MCO Violation

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[Watch] Uncle Allegedly Assaulted While Trying To Protect Dogs From Local Council Enforcement

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A Facebook post shared by user Selva Kumar, showed a series of video clips of a troubling account of an alleged attack concerning enforcement officers, a senior citizen, and some dogs.

The post has since gone viral on WhatsApp.
Selva Kumar alleged that the altercation along Jalan 18/17 Taman Kanagapuram, Petaling Jaya involved several MBPJ officers and an elderly man.

He added that he had stepped out of his car to stop what was happening.
The officers allegedly called on Selva Kumar to report this issue to the police if he wanted to do something about it.
Selva added that after explaining the situation to the elderly man, he finally ended up handing over three of his dogs, one of them being a puppy.
Selva Kumar also noted that the uncle mentioned that the officers didn’t explain their intention and failed to show any reports or official identification and immediately started attacking him.
In his post, he also pointed out that the uncle had suffered injuries to his jaw and cheek as well as sustained a cut to his wrist due to how roughly the officers handled him.
I’m the eye witness of this brutality. No one person in their team questioned or stopped the other officer from violating the old uncle who was all alone when the incident took place.Selva Kumar via Facebook
He also noted that the man was no stranger to the area and has had these dogs for years.
He brings all his dogs out for a walk twice a day and takes good care of them by feeding and providing shelter on his own expense. These dogs are harmless and even if there is a mistake committed by him, physically or verbally abusing anyone in the name of power is hard no.Selva Kumar via Facebook
It was also pointed out to The Rakyat Post that the elderly man has since lodged a police report at a police station on Jalan Klang Lama and provided the authorities with footage from the CCTV camera.

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KJ Says Pahang CITF Issued Vaccines To Genting Workers, Acting Without His Knowledge

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After rumors circulated on social media that some workers of Genting Group have been vaccinated ahead of the elderly and high-risk individuals, the Federal Minister in charge of rolling out vaccines has laid the blame squarely at the feet of state officers.

Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Khairy Jamaluddin said in a statement that he had never issued such a directive the decision to do so was made by the Covid-19 Immunisation Task Force (CITF) in Pahang.
Following the rollout of phase 1 vaccinations for frontliners, Khairy said some states had thought they could roll out the vaccine to other recipients.
Jawapan kepada tuduhan saya mengarahkan pekerja Genting divaksin. https://t.co/QrOcDwWitN https://t.co/OnRvv8EGVe pic.twitter.com/eNHhcOA3Dq— Khairy Jamaluddin 🇲🇾🌺 (@Khairykj) April 28, 2021
“In Pahang, the State CITF had decided to give the vaccine to workers in the tourism sector involving 56 hotels in Kuantan, Genting Highlands, Camerong Highlands, Jerantut, Raub, Mentakab, Bentong, Bukit Tinggi and Fraser Hill.
“The decision to administer these vaccines were made when the Pahang state had given finished first doses of vaccines (while waiting for time to pass before giving the second) to all recipients listed in the priority phase 1 group,” said Khairy.
He continued that the Federal CITF only found out about the decision by the state’s CITF after they had started giving out the vaccines.
Khairy says he has since written to the Pahang State Government on 12 April 2021 that only the Special Committee for Ensuring Access to COVID-19 Vaccine Supply (JKJAV) has purview over who belongs on the list of early vaccinations.

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“Heatstroke Is Like A Blown Radiator” – Dr Malar Warns Malaysians Of The Dangers Of Heatstroke

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Malaysian weather is no joke right now. Especially when the heat is too unbearable.

Just last week, Malaysians were shocked by the death of two children in Kelantan and Terengganu from the effects of heatstroke.
READ MORE: 18-Month-Old Child Dies Of Heat Stroke In Kelantan
Another case that happened this week in Johor was initially reported as a suspected heatstroke but was later clarified to be septic shock.
READ MORE: 12YO Kluang Boy Died From Septic Shock, Not Heatstroke
So what’s a heatstroke?
Due to the current heat wave, Dr Malar (@drmalarss), a medical practitioner, known for her educational videos on health on TikTok called Celoteh Dr Malar, made a video to address the dangers of heatstroke, how to recognise and avoid it.
According to her, to better understand what a heatstroke is, she gave an analogy of a car radiator.
There’s a part of the human body that has the same function as a car radiator, called the Hypothalamus, which is to control the temperature.
(Credit: Freepik)
Just like a car radiator, if it gets too hot and it doesn’t have the right amount of water/coolant, the temperature can rise dramatically. In the human body, if the hypothalamus doesn’t function anymore, the temperature can rise up to 41 degrees Celcius and this can result in a heat stroke.
Symptoms of heatstroke
Symptoms of heatstroke are:
Confusion, slurred speech, altered mental statusSeizuresLoss of consciousness FaintingHot and dry skin, red or pale skin colour
When humans exceed the 41 degrees Celsius temperature which is too high, our blood can’t even travel to the other important organs in our body like the heart, brain, kidneys, and skin too. And in an event of a heatstroke, humans can’t even sweat at the time, because there is not enough water in the body. Dr Malar, Health Practitioner
Ways to help someone suffering from heatstroke
If someone you know or anyone near you is facing these symptoms, Dr Malar asks you to try and help as much as possible by following these steps:
Call 999While waiting for the ambulance, if the victim doesn’t have a pulse, start CPR immediately. If they have a pulse, and the victim is still breathing, try to bring their temperature down by: Bringing them to a shady place. Make sure the place has good air ventilation. You can turn on the air conditioner or direct the fan to their face.Cool down their body with water. Splash water on their face or put ice packets on their necks, armpits, and groin area to cool their body down faster.
  @drmalarss Senang je nak faham strok haba. ingat radiator kereta pecah, haaa camtu jugak keadaan dalam tubuh ketika strok haba berlaku. #celotehdrmalar #healthinfluencer #strokhaba #heatsroke ♬ original sound  – Celoteh Dr Malar
Ways to prevent heatstroke
In a separate video, Dr Malar also shared tips and ways to prevent heatstroke which could not just happen to a child, but to adults too.
Some of the ways to prevent them include:
Drinking plenty of water – It doesn’t matter if you’re thirsty or not, drink a good amount of water when you can. Avoid drinks & food that pull water away from our bodies such as these:Carbonated drinksCaffeinated drinksSugary drinksOily food  Avoid being in a hot environment by doing things like: Turning on the air conditioner Opening the windows Turning on the fanAvoid being in a crowded place for too long (assembly, open house)Avoid dark and tight clothes – Dark colours absorb heat and tight clothes limit air ventilation. Avoid multilayer clothes – Avoid wearing more than one or two layers of clothes or those with thick fabric. Opt for thinner and more flexible clothing.
Share these tips and knowledge with your family and friends to keep them updated on this potentially fatal condition. Who knows, you might save a life.
READ MORE: Hot And Bothered? Here’s How To Stay Safe In This Heaty And Hazy Season
READ MORE: Hankering to Beat the Heat? Here Are Some Ways to Cool Down At Home Without The Air Conditioner!

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Online Petition Opposes Blanket Ban By Generation Endgame (GEG), Gets More Than 100K Signatures

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Many would have heard by now that the government is working to impose a smoking ban, known as Generation Endgame (GEG).

The law bans individuals born after 2007 from using tobacco and vaping products in the hope of reducing the number of smokers in Malaysia.
While smoking is undoubtedly an unhealthy habit, there are concerns that the law will be riddled with weaknesses.
An online petition that protests against the ban on smoking cited several reasons why the government should reconsider its intent.
Melalui Generation Endgame (GEG), kerajaan ingin melarang individu yang lahir selepas 2005 daripada menggunakan produk tembakau dan vape. Ada pihak yang merasakan keputusan ini akan menyebabkan jenayah dan pembaziran ekonomi.#rokok #vapemalaysiahttps://t.co/fvgRD2a7Nd— Malaysia Bersuara (@MYBersuara) July 21, 2022
The Economic Impact Of Smoking
A report by Oxford Economics in 2019 found that 59% of cigarettes sold in Malaysia are illegal cigarettes and cheap contraband cigarettes brought in by criminal groups and syndicates.
Illicit cigarettes are so cheap and readily available that they are linked to an increase in the trend of underage smoking.
Unfortunately, it has been difficult for the government to enforce and control this problem.
Inilah peluang kita untuk menamatkan wabak rokok dan vape sekali dan untuk semua. Memanggil semua ahli parlimen untuk melakukan perkara yang betul.#GEG #malaysia https://t.co/VWrx6spjVU— MeenahHan (@HanMeenah) July 27, 2022
This has led economists to conclude that a complete ban on tobacco and vaping products will only result in an explosion in the black market.
It would also lead to increased criminal activity as people scramble to find illegal sources to satisfy their nicotine addiction.
Some criminologists also argue that this ban will be self-defeating and encourage more people to smoke for illicit pleasure by rebelling.
READ MORE: People Born After 2007 Can Be Fined Up To RM5k If Caught With Tobacco-Related Products
The petition added that vaping is technically illegal in Malaysia.
Under the Poisons Act, ‘vape juice’ contains a level of nicotine that cannot be sold by anyone other than licensed pharmacists and registered medical practitioners, but it is sold anywhere other than in clinics.
It also pointed out that the government agreed in 2015 not to ban vaping and electronic cigarettes.
However, the government has not decided on regulatory and taxation methods in the last six years and has failed to prevent young people from kicking the habit.
Ada KKM buat research dekat vapers Malaysia? Ada yang ajak 10-20 orang untuk check paru paru ke full body checkup? Aku sanggup volunteer. Yang share pengalaman dia sihat,full body checkup semua okay….korang reply apa? "Sekarang belum kena lagi" lol that guy vape for 5 years— Rah,Grrrrahhhh! (@cazzrah) July 26, 2022
Is Vaping Better Than Smoking?
The petition highlighted that most of Malaysia’s estimated 1.2 million vape users have a smoking history.
More than half use vaping as a less dangerous alternative to quit smoking – which is the real purpose of vaping.
As such, it would be a loss if the government banned one of the best ways to reduce smoking rates.
The petition also pointed to past failures with government enforcement of the ‘No Smoking’ campaign and efforts to ban people from smoking in public.
Given the poor track record, it is reasonable to believe that GEG will likely fail.
At the same time, many believe that the healthiest option is not to vape or smoke.

How Much Money Is In The Vaping Industry?
The Malaysian vape industry is so big that it is known worldwide.
It is estimated that the vape industry is worth around RM2.27 billion and employs over 15,000 people.
elok la takdak dah rokok dan vape kt Malaysia ni. tenang sikit hidup. tp tu la nk korek duit cukai kt mana pulak lepasni.— IzzullAdam 🇲🇾 (@IzzullAdam17) July 27, 2022
The petition argues that Malaysia will lose a lot by giving up its place in the world market.
There are concerns that the GEG would stop people from earning a living, while the nation loses out on tax revenues from vaping products.
At the time of writing, the petition needs another 721 signatures to reach 102,000 signatories.

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Social Media Uproar Over Viral Video Of Detainees In PDRM Custody

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Disturbing footage showing lock-up detainees allegedly being mistreated by the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) recently surfaced on social media.

At less than 3-minutes long, the clip showed scenes supposedly taken at a courthouse in Banting, Selangor.
The video showed several handcuffed men dressed in orange lock-up overalls squatting on the floor while being surrounded by police officers.
Officers can be heard shouting orders to get the detainees, who appeared to be reluctant, on their feet.
The footage also captured an instance where a man, who was not in uniform, allegedly kicking one of the detainees in the head while the latter laid on the ground.
         View this post on Instagram            A post shared by Suriya Naraayanan (@suriya_17)
Social media comments show netizens appalled and request that PDRM take immediate action against what transpired in the video.
Screenshots of comments taken from Instagram.(Instagram/suriya_17)
Catch the full video posted on TikTok;
  @langgeshvijay ##foryou ##trending ##1millionauditon ##geshra ##viral kes bisok 12/11/2020 di makamah Banting ♬ original sound  – langgesh

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Did You Know That A Malaysian Is Part Of The Animation Team For Disney Pixar’s Elemental? Meet The Talented Animator Kim Leow

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It’s every little kid’s dream to work in an animation company like Disney and Pixar, isn’t it? Imagine, not only can you immerse yourself with interesting stories, but you get to create iconic characters and bring them to life too! Sounds like a dream come true for some, doesn’t it?

Well turns out, a Malaysian woman gets to live that dream and bring so many inspiring characters to life!
She’s responsible for animated films such as Elemental, Hotel Transylvania 4, Wish Dragon, The LEGO Movie 2 and many more!
Introducing the superbly talented animator, Kim Leow. Let’s get to know one of our pride and joy in the animation industry.
Kim Leow with Peter Sohn, director of Elementals (left). Kim Leow (on the far left) with other crew that developed Elemental (right). (Credit: @kimanimator / Instagram)

Kim Leow is a character animator born in Malaysia and is now based in Vancouver, Canada.
In 2006, she moved to Canada to attend a top animation school called Sheridan College, where she honed her animation skills before joining the creative industry.
Currently working as an animator at Pixar Animation Studio since last year, she has been involved in lots of Pixar movies and series such as the new movie about the four elements living in one world called Elemental, a mini-series of Cars called Cars On The Road, the upcoming short series about a softball team called Win Or Lose and the upcoming movie about humans and aliens, Elio.
In an exclusive interview with Disney Studios Malaysia, Kim Leow showed what being a Malaysian means to her by imagining a Malaysian version of Element City.
(Credit: @disneystudiousmy, @kimanimator / Instagram)

“I do relate to the movie quite a bit. I myself am an immigrant. I immigrated from Malaysia to Canada. Yea, it’s really touching, the story,” she said in explaining why she wanted to work on the Elemental movie.
During her creative imaginative sketches, she answered some questions about her home country and said she misses the food here too, especially Laksa and Pork Noodle Soup.
Kim’s rendition of her favourite food in Malaysia, Char Siew Wonton Mee & Curry Laksa. (Credit: @kimanimator / Instagram)

She drew four animations of what she imagined Malaysian characters in the Elemental film would be like during the interview.
With four elements, she imagined Earth would be a durian seller enthusiastically promoting his D24s, Water would be an uncle selling Tofu Fa near a busy street, Wind would be a mamak worker pulling a long teh tarik and flipping his fluffy roti canai in the air and lastly, Fire would be the nostalgic Roti Man zooming around kampungs on his heavily loaded motorcycle toot-ing loudly and selling his snacks.
Malaysian elements if they were in Elemental. (Credit: @disneystudiousmy / Instagram)

“I miss my family and I’m missing out on my nephews growing up. I do miss the little things, you know, like just the rain. I miss the thunderstorms. It’s just so beautiful,” added her.
Well, it seems like we’ve been taking our rain and thunderstorm all year round for granted, isn’t it?
At the end of the interview, she gave an inspiring message to struggling Malaysians who want to follow in her footsteps.

If you are interested enough in what you’re doing, don’t give up and just keep doing what you believe. I don’t think I ever stopped trying. Trust your own instincts.
Kim Leow, Malaysian Pixar Animator

Some of her works
Here are some of the movies, short films and series that she has worked on over the years with various animation companies.

Elio (Pixar Animation Studio)
Win Or Lose (Pixar Animation Studio)
Elemental (Pixar Animation Studio)
Cars On The Road (Pixar Animation Studio)
Hotel Transylvania 4 (Sony Pictures Imageworks)
Spirit Untamed (Jellyfish Pictures)
Over The Moon (Sony Pictures Imageworks)
Addams Family (Cinesite)
Wish Dragon (Agora Studio)
The LEGO Movie 2 (Animal Logic)
NextGen (Tangent Animation)
The Nut Job 2 (ToonBox Entertainment)

        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by Kimleow (@kimanimator)

She did some awesome jobs, didn’t she? Let’s hope she’ll get involved in many more big films and even make her very own big-shot animation one day. To big dreams and big hopes. Malaysia Boleh!
If you wanna know more about her work and animations, follow her on Instagram and Twitter.
READ MORE: ‘Cars’ Franchise Has A Mini-Series Coming To Disney+ Hotstar This 8 September!

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Only ‘Happy Boom’ Fireworks And ‘Pop-Pop’ Firecrackers Allowed During Chap Goh Mei

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The police have said that only the sale of Happy Boom fireworks and Pop-Pop firecrackers are allowed in conjunction with Chap Goh Mei next Tuesday (15 February).

As reported by Malay Mail, Bukit Aman criminal investigation department director Abd Jalil Hassan said these two fireworks and firecrackers did not contain explosive chemicals that could endanger safety.
However, the sales of both products still require a permit from the respective district police headquarters (IPD).
The public is still prohibited from possessing, selling, purchasing and setting off banned firecrackers and fireworks in conjunction with any festivals.
If caught, they can be prosecuted under Sections 7 and 8 of the Explosives Act 1957 (Act 207) and face a 7-year prison sentence or fined RM10,000, or both, as reported by Harian Metro.
People who set off banned firecrackers and fireworks could face a month’s jail term or get fined up to RM100, or both, under Section 3 (5) of the Minor Offences Act 1955.

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[UPDATED] GE15: PH And BN Leaders Seen Arriving At Seri Pacific Hotel For Undisclosed Meeting

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Pakatan Harapan (PH) and Barisan Nasional (BN) leaders have been arriving at Seri Pacific Hotel here since 9am, ahead of the 2pm deadline to name their prime minister candidate set by the Agong.

READ MORE: GE15: Agong Tells Party Leaders To Name Their PM Of Choice By 2PM Monday
The meeting’s agenda is not disclosed and a few attendees downplayed its significance when asked by the media.

Some of the BN politicians spotted in attendance are former prime minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob, Umno secretary-general Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan, Sungai Besar Umno chief Datuk Seri Jamal Yunos, and Sabah BN chief Datuk Seri Bung Mokhtar.
On the PH side, PH chairman and Tambun MP Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, Kota Raja MP and Amanah chief Mohamad Sabu, and PKR secretary-general Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail have been seen there.
The scene at Seri Pacific Hotel today morning.
Jamal Yunos told reporters that he just came for breakfast at the hotel and said he’ll leave it up to party leaders to decide whether they’ll join PH, Perikatan Nasional (PN), or become the opposition.
During a press conference, BN chairman and UMNO president Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said there are 26 BN MPs at the hotel. Four MPs are absent, including two who are unwell.
He also said any letters signed by MPs in support of any Prime Minister candidate are void.
Inside the Seri Pacific Hotel.
In the meantime, he said any claims that BN is cooperating with any political parties or supporting any Prime Minister candidates are false.
He said the 30 BN MPs are bound to the decisions of BN leadership in such matters.
READ MORE: The Plot Thickens: Zahid Says BN Never Discussed Forming Government With PN, GPS
Zahid Hamidi also asked for more time from the Speaker of the Dewan Rakyat.
The Speaker, Tan Sri Azhar Azizan Harun, gave political party leaders until 2pm today to declare their alliances and for whichever alliance had the majority seats in Parliament to pick the Prime Minister.
Sembrong MP and BN treasurer Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Hussein said he stands by his rejection of Anwar and DAP, and is willing to be expelled from UMNO because of this.
Update
Sources inside DAP and UMNO say an agreement has been reached between BN and PH.
READ MORE: GE15: BN And PH Reach Agreement – Sources
pic.twitter.com/igewIoP064— Fahmi Fadzil 🇲🇾🏴 (@fahmi_fadzil) November 21, 2022
Caretaker PM Ismail Sabri also arrived at Seri Pacific hotel . It’s a party decision not just the president alone . On agenda is whether BN should throw their support to PH to form the next government . This is intense ! https://t.co/FKYtgWLNxd pic.twitter.com/Zl0in7g4Vc— Melissa Goh (@MelGohCNA) November 21, 2022
UMNO’s Ismail Sabri and Azalina Othman have just arrived at the Seri Pacific Hotel.Also spotted were Johari Ghani and Shamsul Anuar.Earlier, Ahmad Maslan confirmed that 30 BN MPs are arriving for the meeting with PH leaders, but did not confirm what was going to be discussed. https://t.co/TShgJxd8UW pic.twitter.com/QAYREVA8WC— BFM News (@NewsBFM) November 21, 2022
At 10.30am, @anwaribrahim arrives at the Seri Pacific Hotel. pic.twitter.com/TYSqAejnIg— TheVibes.com (@thevibesnews) November 21, 2022

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Seized Watches Had ‘LGBTQ’ Inscription, Swatch Denies Accusations

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The Ministry of Home Affairs (KDN) confiscated Swatch watches recently due to the presence of the letters ‘LGBTQ’ on the watch, an acronym which represents lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer individuals.

According to Berita Harian, Minister of Home Affairs, Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail claimed the watches of the same model with the LGBTQ wording are not available for sale in countries like the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
He added that the reason these models were not sold in those countries were because Swatch is aware of the religious sensitivities in those countries and chose not to sell such watches there.
He also noted that KDN only took action based on public complaints regarding the watches with the LGBTQ wording.
KDN raided 11 Swatch shops on May 13 and 14 located in shopping malls such as Pavilion KL, 1 Utama, Sunway Pyramid, Mid Valley Megamall, and Suria Sabah. These raids specifically targeted Swatch’s “Pride Collection.”
However, in certain locations such as Alor Setar, Kuala Terengganu, Kota Bharu, Johor Bahru, and Kuching, five shops were issued warnings and not subjected to further action.
READ MORE: Swatch’s “Pride Collection” Watches Confiscated By Home Ministry

In a report by Malay Mail, Swatch Group CEO Nick Hayek stated that the watches confiscated by the Malaysian Ministry did not include any indication or reference to the LGBT community.
He disputed the claim made by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, who said that the watches were seized due to their connection to LGBTQ elements.
Hayek asserted that there were no references to the LGBTQ community on the watch dials.
The home ministry has yet to return the watches that were seized during the raid.
In response, Hayek announced that the company would initiate legal action in order to retrieve the confiscated “Pride Collection” watches.
Additionally, it was also reported that Swatch Malaysia offered evidence to support their claim that watches from their 2023 Pride collection, which did not contain any LGBTQ wording, were seized by KDN during the recent raids.
They provided a link to their website displaying the collection and shared photographs to substantiate their statement.
READ MORE: Swatch CEO Says No LGBT Reference On Pride Watches

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M’sian Govt Wants To Build An E-Commerce Platform To Compete With Lazada, Shopee, And Alibaba

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Looks like the government wants a piece of that e-commerce pie as the Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives (MEDAC) looks to set up a platform to rival more established names.
Minister Datuk Seri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar said that the platform is looking to fight it out with the big boys as it would be taking on the likes of Lazada, Shopee and Alibaba.
According to JP Morgan, Malaysia’s e-commerce market is valued at USD4 billion (RM16.5 billion) with an internet penetration rate of 80.1%.
Picture Credit: JP Morgan
People are now switching from buying goods offline to online with the spread of Covid-19 as these e-commerce platforms saw an increase in sales.
It’s expected that this segment will grow by 20% this year and contribute around RM170 billion to the country’s gross domestic product (GDP) for 2020.
Kementerian Pembangunan Usahawan dan Koperasi akan bangunkan satu aplikasi penjualan dalam talian untuk kemudahan semua rakyat negara ini, yang akan menyaingi platform sedia ada seperti Lazada, Shopee dan Alibaba – Menterinya, Datuk Seri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar pic.twitter.com/a6z81H8j8P— BERNAMA Radio🇲🇾 (@bernamaradio) August 29, 2020

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5 Essential Services Added For MCO Phase 2, This Is The Full List

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Phase 2 of the Movement Control Order (MCO) meant tighter restrictions and the list of essential services was shortened to only 10 industries.
However, the list has now been expanded on 3rd April to include 5 more industries under the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases (Measures Within Infected Local Areas) (No.2) (Amended).
The full list of essential services now includes 15 industries as follows:
Transportation by land, water or airPort, dock and airport services and undertakings, including stevedoring, lighterage, cargo handling, and pilotage, and storing or bulking of commoditiesProduction, refining, storage, supply and distribution of fuel and lubricantsHotels and accommodationsAny services or works determined by the Minister as important or critical to public health or safety.FoodWaterEnergyCommunications and InternetSecurity and DefenseSolid Waste and Public Cleansing Management and SewageHealthcare and Medical (Including Dietary Supplements)Banking and FinanceE-commerceLogistics confined to the provision of essential services
For those not in the essential services list above, movements have been restricted to a 10km radius from home.

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Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases (Measures Within Infected Local Areas) (No.2) (Amended)


Election Rallies Banned Starting Tomorrow To Curb Covid-19 Spread

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The Melaka state election is scheduled to take place on 20 November 2021. Seeing that the number of Covid-19 clusters in Malaysia increased due to the previous elections in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah last year, the Ministry of Health has raised caution about the upcoming public campaigns leading up to the Melaka elections.

In a press statement, the Ministry of Health advised against any activities, gatherings or social events related to the upcoming elections starting on 25 October 2021 until 27 November 2021 to prevent the spread of the Covid-19 virus.
The restrictions are in line with the latest list of activities that are not allowed (negative list) in Phase 4 of the National Recovery Plan.
If found guilty under the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases Act 1988 (Act 342), any individuals or organisations caught breaking the rules will be asked to pay a compound or face court charges.
Meanwhile, Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin tweeted to say the SPR is going to announce the SOPs for the upcoming elections soon.
SPR akan umumkan SOP PRN dalam masa terdekat. Namun SOP PRN hanya terpakai waktu kempen bermula. KKM risau sebelum itu ada banyak majlis politik yang tidak mematuhi SOP. Oleh itu, dibawah Akta 342, bermula esok, sebarang majlis berkaitan pilihan raya adalah tidak dibenarkan. https://t.co/xRZgQX4cnD pic.twitter.com/XF2YAS5Pjn— Khairy Jamaluddin 🇲🇾🌺 (@Khairykj) October 24, 2021

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No! I’m Not The Chief Officer Of A Mining Company, Says Health DG

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Being a doctor, surgeon, and the country’s face in the fight against the Covid-19 pandemic, our Health Director General (DG) Tan Sri Dr. Noor Hisham Abdullah is arguably a man of many trades and talents.

But it appears that the doctor’s factotum nature had gotten him more attention than he may have wanted.
Read more: Who Is The Health Director-General And Why Does He Seem So Competent?
Recently it was discovered that a website supposedly owned by an international mining company had listed the DG as an executive member of its management board.
The Kashi Mining Company says that they’re in the business of mining and marketing gemstones in over 56 countries around the world.
Screenshot of Kashi Mining’s web page.(Kashi Mining)
Reportedly, the company, which claims to be an award-winning establishment based in Sabah, had misleadingly used a portrait of the DG as the organization’s Chief Operating Officer (COO), under the name “Aidan RAZIF”.
Dr. Noor Hisham was seen among 4 other people said to be the company’s upper management on the suspiciously sketch looking website.
The web page also fails to provide any official information like; a company registration number or any other formal certifications.
A quick Google search would also reveal that none of the supposed managers listed on the website even exists, as the names and images used couldn’t turn up any relevant matches.
In a statement posted on social media, Dr. Noor Hisham denies having any involvement with the company, saying that the information on the website was clearly fake.

As of writing, the company website appears to still be up and running.

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Meet “Tan Sri” Dr. Noor Hisham Abdullah
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Health DG refutes claim he is COO of 'gem-mining company'


GE15: This Real-Looking Online Shop Mocks The Political Elite – Summons Rakyat To Go Out & Vote

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Our rakyat just gets creative and creative.

If you enjoy GE15-themed satire, you should take a look at this website. It’s not just any website. It’s THE Website of the month.
(Credit: Vote Or Die)
At first glance, this website looks like a normal online fashion website with products and pictures. But wait till you see the prices. You might think this website isn’t for you.
(Credit: Vote Or Die)
But take a look closer at the products and read the descriptions when you click it. You’ll surely be hooked on each one.
This is actually not an online shopping website. It’s a website to persuade the public to choose their leaders carefully and go out and vote this 19 November.
‘About Us’ page. (Credit: Vote Or Die)
The similarity is uncanny
The user interface mimics an online shop where they display some of the luxurious items owned by Malaysian politicians and their actual worth.
It’s actually just to focus on some of the politicians’ wealth to the public and compare it to our struggling wages.
Take a look at some of the descriptions here.
(Credit: Vote Or Die)
(Credit: Vote Or Die)
(Credit: Vote Or Die)
Not just for laughs
However, it’s not just to show the luxurious products, this website also serves as a site to educate the public on their voting rights. What happens if you don’t vote or who should you vote if you want to?
They’ve carefully linked every button and banner of the website for info that you need to know about this upcoming general election.
They’ve gathered information from multiple sources like BFM, WikiImpact & MalaysiaKini and compiled them together under one website for the ease of the public.
People who don’t know what’s going on in our political scene could make use of this website and study them before polling day. You just have to filter through the sarcastic description on the buttons to truly understand what they mean. Or just click anything. You’ll find yourself exploring everything about Malaysian politics and our general elections.
Here are a few examples of the pages they’ve set up for this website.
FAQ page. (Credit: Vote Or Die)
‘Women’ category in the online shop. (Credit: Vote Or Die)
‘Men’ category in the online shop.(Credit: Vote Or Die)
If you’re interested to know more, have a look at the online shopping site here.
Although we gotta warn you, some of these items might be a little over some of our budgets combined. 😮💨
READ MORE: GE15: Early Voting Records High Turnout
READ MORE: GE15: Got Your Finger Inked? You’re In For A Treat This Election Day

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Penang International Food Festival (PIFF) Is Back This 20 – 28 August 2022!

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Penang is known to be a culinary paradise for its multicultural and colourful food for both locals and tourists. Penang has also been touted as Asia’s Next Great Foodie City by Condé Nast Traveler. That’s why they’ve been doing their Penang International Food Festival every year.

This festival starts with street food!
They’re kicking off their opening weekend with the Street Food Festival on 20 & 21 August at the Design Village Outlet Mall from 5 pm to 11 pm.
(Credit: Penang International Food Festival / Facebook)
This year is the first time they’re doing it on the mainland as they aim to shine a spotlight there, in line with the Penang State Government’s “Opposite Side of the Island – Seberang Perai” campaign and Penang 2030 vision.
(Credit: Penang International Food Festival / Facebook)
Visitors can also stop by exciting tourist attraction spots in Seberang Perai like the idyllic fishing village of Pulau Aman, the charming agro-theme park Kampung Agong, and also the Penang International Container Art Festival’s (PICAF) container art installations in Batu Kawan.
(Credit: Penang International Food Festival / Facebook)
This Street Food Festival will gather around 80 hawkers from the mainland and island to serve the state’s authentic must-eats street food.
Imagine food like Char Koay Teow, Assam Laksa, Pasembur, Putu Bambu, Otak-otak, Mee Sotong, Apom Balik, Satay, Mee Ketam, Ikan Bakar and plenty more yummy street treats! You’re drooling now, aren’t you? Don’t forget to bring containers to tapao everything!
(Credit: Penang International Food Festival / Facebook)
In addition, they also have some exciting highlights lined up for you like the barbeque corner, a photo booth, live performances, a funfair and also a firework display.
For those island people that do not wanna go through the traffic jam on the bridge, you can get on a free shuttle bus service at the Queensbay Mall. The busses will take you to Design Village Outlet Mall starting from 4.30 pm till 11.30 pm (every hour) on those two days.
It ends with a modern twist on Penang’s delicacies
Along the weekdays, multiple mini-festivals will be held at multiple places.
They will end the event glamorously with another major festival at Jalan Kelawai called the Taste of Penang starting from 5 pm to 11 pm on the 27 and 28 of August.
(Credit: Penang International Food Festival / Facebook)
This one is all about showcasing Penang’s modern food scene where favourite F&Bs like cafes, restaurants and hotels will unveil their cuisines at Jalan Kelawai. From Instagrammable dishes to trendy coffee, this festival will feature the best food experience our contemporary foodscape has to offer.
(Credit: Penang International Food Festival / Facebook)
They’ll also have picnic spots, live performances, hotel F&B showcase as well as cafe & restaurant showcases for you to enjoy.
(Credit: Penang International Food Festival / Facebook)
Lots of places, lots of food
Unlike last year (a two-week event), PIFF 2022 will run for only about a week starting from the 20th of August to the 28th at multiple places in Penang. They have plenty of programs from the major festivals on the weekends to the mini-festivals on the weekdays.
(Credit: Penang International Food Festival / Facebook)
Here are some of the events:
20 – 21 Aug – Street Food Festival (Design Village Outlet Mall)22 Aug – Picnic @ Roof Garden (SPICE Rooftop Garden)23 Aug – Gertak Sanggul Food Truck Rally (Gertak Sanggul Beach)24 Aug – Mini Curry Festival (Komtar Walk)25 Aug – Thirsty Tuesday (Hin Bus Depot)26 Aug – RM2 Mini Food Festival (Dataran Pemuda Merdeka)27 Aug – Santai Morning (Tropical Spice Garden)27 – 28 Aug – Taste of Penang (Jalan Kelawai)
Mark your calendars, people!
(Credit: Penang International Food Festival / Facebook)
They also have cooking classes available for those interested to make Assam Laksa, Roti Jala and more.
For more details on their event schedule, visit here.

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Kuantan City Council Slammed For Forcing Businesses To Fly Jalur Gemilang Or Pay RM500 Fine

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Businesses in Kuantan have been reminded to fly the Jalur Gemilang or pay a fine, and the people are unhappy about it.

Kuantan City Council (MBK)’s Public and Corporate Relations Section head, Norkamawati Kamal, said the trend has been happening for the past few years.
She was quoted by Sinar Harian as saying that it happened due to the lack of patriotic spirit among the owners of business premises around the city.
Almost 85% of the premises around Kuantan have not been decorated with or hoisted the Jalur Gemilang with Merdeka and Malaysia Day celebration around the corner.MBK Public and Corporate Relations Section head, Norkamawati Kamal to Sinar Harian on the lack of patriotism among the business community.
She added that businesses have not complied despite instructions issued long ago in anticipation of Merdeka and Malaysia Day.
Petugas Menara Kuantan 188 lakukan aksi 'skywalk' kibarkan Jalur Gemilang https://t.co/kR23BaCLJ5#KeluargaMalaysiaTeguhBersama#KeluargaMalaysia#TeguhBersama pic.twitter.com/JGhxru3Q6c— BERNAMA (@bernamadotcom) August 15, 2022
Businesses have until Thursday (18 August) to fly the national flag or face the music.
Under Section 107(2) of the Local Government Act, they will be fined for violating license conditions.
In addition, businesses must ensure that the Jalur Gemilang and state flags are in good condition.
In the past, the city council had even offered ‘incentives’ for the people to fly the Jalur Gemilang.
Free parking in Kuantan for those who display the Jalur Gemilang during National Day week https://t.co/zcIrdCZkOE pic.twitter.com/p0jQnPnAGG— Zyite (@ZyiteGadgets) August 20, 2020
Public Reprimand
The city council even took to social media to voice its grouses, but it drew flak from the people.
The people are largely disappointed that MBK is forcing them to fly the flag, and rebuked the latter for boasting that it had put up 5,000 flags.
Many exchanged words and tried to reason with the city council but to no avail.

They said it should be voluntary as businesses have already done their part by paying taxes to the city council.
Some said they are Kuantan taxpayers who always pay on time but have gotten nothing in return.

At the same time, netizens said the people are fed up with the government rather than being unpatriotic.
Some believe that the business community are in fact protesting against useless government policies.

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‘Polite’ Robber Takes Off Shoes, Gets Drunk And Falls Asleep Mid-Robbery

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Not everyone is good at their job and this burglar is a prime example of “unsatisfactory work performance”.

What started off as a robbery in Jempol Negeri Sembilan, went sideways when the robber was found sleeping “on the job” by the homeowner.
The homeowner, a 65-year-old man who lives with his wife and four children, was shocked to find a stranger passed out in his living room on Monday (January 23) at 6.15 am. He immediately contacted the police.
(Credit: Sin Chew Daily)
According to Jempol OCPD Supt Hoo Chang Hook, the suspect was believed to have helped himself to a bottle of liquor in the house until he got drunk and finally fell asleep.
The suspect was believed to have entered the single-storey house in Taman Tanjung in Bahau through the kitchen as the back door was unlocked.
The owner of the house also said he found a paper bag containing two knives, a screwdriver, two bottles of liquor and a tablet next to the suspect. The liquor and the tablet had been stolen from the house.
(Credit: Sin Chew Daily)
According to Sin Chew Daily, the suspect’s slippers were found at the kitchen’s entrance outside the house which would mean that while he was committing a crime, he had not abandoned his values.
Policemen made several attempts to wake the 41-year-old suspect up before he was finally arrested and subsequently remanded for four days to assist in the investigation under Section 457 of the Penal Code.
The suspect has 15 prior drug-related records and six crime records.
However silly this story sounds, homeowners are advised to always lock their doors and windows at all times. It could have gotten worse.
“Don’t give criminals any opportunities,” said the owner of the house, as reported by The Star.

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State Governments Considering To Reopen Mosques Following CMCO

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With Perlis allowing mosque officials and committee members to perform communal Friday prayers, other state governments are mulling over decisions to reopen mosques to the public.
The state of Kelantan, is considering following in Indera Kayanganâ€™s lead to allow Friday prayers to be conducted with minimal attendance.
Kelantan Mufti Datuk Mohamad Shukri Mohamad explains that though communal Friday prayers are considered mandatory, Islam permits certain conditions where prayers can be performed by believers in small congregations in the larger service of the Muslim community.
The Mufti said that it was up to the state’s ruler a.k.a the Sultan to decide if it was wise to reopen mosques to the public.
Meanwhile, the state of Pahang is unsure whether itâ€™s the right time to allow people to return to the house of God.
Pahang Mufti Datuk Seri Abdul Rahman Osman said that state authorities are considering opinions and guidance from various sources before it makes any decision.
Giving his Islamic point of view, the Mufti explains that as Malaysian Muslims subscribe to the Shafi’i Islamic school of jurisprudence, itâ€™s best to abide by the 40-man minimum of communal Friday prayers.
Prohibitions under the CMCO)(Credit: National Security Council)
As Malaysia went into the nationwide Movement Control Order (MCO) amid the Covid-19 crisis, places of worship nationwide were effectively closed off from public access as part of social distancing measures during the pandemic.
In fact, since the lockdown, most religious and cultural activities around the country are technically banned, resulting in our proud Malaysian customs and ceremonies reduced to no more than small, private, and limited occasions, and even leading to some pioneering digital advancements.
Malaysia’s first online Nikah session performed during the MCO.(Credit: YouTube/Berita Al Hijrah)
Now that restrictions have been loosened under the Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO), authorities are determining the right course of action to allow the public to return to their respective houses of worship.
Recently, Religious Affairs Minister Datuk Seri Dr. Zulkifli Mohamad Al-Bakri says that standard operating procedures (SOPs) and guidelines have been prepared by the government to allow for the eventual reopening of mosques and suraus, pending the approval of the Health Ministry (MOH).
However, not much information is available on the governmentâ€™s plans for other non-Muslim places of worship and religious activities in the country.

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Perlis Grants Mosque Officials, Committee Members To Perform Friday Prayers At Mosques
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JAWI Executes First Online Nikah Ceremony
Deaths Are Lonelier During MCO, Which Makes The Grieving Process All The More Important
Govt: Tarawih and Friday Prayers in Mosques During CMCO Is Still In Discussion


Nobu KL Unveils A Prosperity Platter With Osusume Desserts For CNY

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As CNY 2023 rolls around the corner, Nobu Kuala Lumpur is introducing a Lobster Prosperity Platter along with five new Osusume desserts, available from 11 January to 5 February.

 I remember having so much fun every time the Chinese New Year season came by, as I knew it was a time to feast in the joyful company of close family and friends, along with the sinful desserts and snacks! Inspired to reignite this moment of sharing good food and laughter with loved ones, we are proud to announce the development of this Chinese New Year menu.Chef Philip, Head Chef of Nobu Kuala Lumpur
The Taste Test
TRP was lucky enough to try their CNY Festive Menu this time.
Lobster Prosperity Platter (RM288++)
Suitable for 2 to 4 people, the Lobster Prosperity Platter serves a luxurious Lou Sang with the freshest ingredients from mixed strands of vegetables to juicy lobster bits.
(Credit: TRP)
The Lou Sang is paired with a sweet and sour Plum sauce that alleviates the crunchiness of the mixed salad. I love how the coriander leaves give such a great fragrant taste to the juicy Lou Sang.
Besides that, here are the five desserts that we’ve tried.
Bangers (RM55++)
The bangers look like, well, firecrackers. The bangers come in a red chocolate cylinder, with a layer of chocolate ganache and caramel filling. Besides serving it with almond crumbles, you can also ignite the decorative wick for some show-stopping videos.
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Wagashi (RM45++)
The traditional Japanese confection wagashi is made from green tea paste and sweet potato paste. The pineapple-shaped wagashi has green tea paste in it while the red tanglong-shaped wagashi has sweet potato paste in it.
They’re both creamy, soft and not that sweet.
(Credit: TRP)
Prosperity Gold Bar (RM55++)
The menu is not prosperous enough if you don’t have gold, right? This gold bar is served in a white chocolate bar coated with gold dust. Inside it, there’s a layer of vanilla mousse and citrus jelly. Beside the gold bar, a Yuzu Kumquat Sorbet is served on top of a bed of coco crumble.
(Credit: TRP, Nobu KL)
Mandarin Orange (RM55++)
This one is basically a dessert that looks like an orange and tastes like one too. Inside the orange chocolate exterior, there’s a layer of orange mousse, chocolate ganache and another citrus jelly. It is also decorated with a strong taste of yuzu gel.
(Credit: TRP)
Chestnut Martini (RM45++)
I’m not gonna lie. This is a fun and messy dessert to indulge in. The Chestnut Mousse is served inside a short martini glass and it’s topped off with a piece of thin chocolate with Cream Cheese Ice Cream on it.
(Credit: TRP, Nobu KL)
The fun part is when you can pour the piping hot rice syrup onto the dessert and watch as the chocolate melts down and pulls in all the ingredients inside the glass.
The flavours and textures are quite unique and they’re not that sweet, which makes this an excellent dessert for those having a not-too-sweet sweet tooth.
The Verdict
Since this is my first time eating Lou Sang, I’d say this Lou Sang is definitely spectacular. Instead of the usual raw salmon that I’ve always heard about, this dish offers juicy lobster bits instead and the thick and sweet plum sauce combines the salad together magnificently.
(Credit: Nobu KL, TRP)
Personally, for the desserts, I love the Mandarin Orange and Prosperity Gold Bar. The Mandarin Orange has this zesty chew and dark chocolate taste in it that I like. I also like the Prosperity Gold Bar, because well, it’s gold of how the strong yuzu and kumquat flavours can be softened down with the sweet and creamy taste of vanilla.
Malaysians know how highly Chinese New Year food is revelled within the country; a true celebration of history, happiness and love in a bite. That is exactly what we want to translate directly to our guests with this festive menu – A Prosperity Platter and five Osusume desserts that perfectly encapsulates the essence of Chinese New Year, done the Nobu way.Alexander Tito, General Manager of Nobu Kuala Lumpur
Besides indulging in their opulent Chinese New Year desserts and sumptuous Lobster Prosperity Platter, there will be a discount on selected alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages across this festive period.
(Credit: TRP)
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CNY Soc Med Contest
This CNY, Nobu KL is also holding a Chinese New Year Social Media Contest. Two winners will be chosen to indulge in a premium weekend high-tea set at Nobu KL for two. You just have to order one item from their CNY menu and follow these steps.
Here are the steps to participate:
Follow Nobu Kuala Lumpur on Instagram and Like them on Facebook.Post an image of your Nobu dish from our CNY menu with Prosperity Wishes to your loved ones. Tag them and Nobu KL @nobu_kualalumpur with hashtags #NobuKLContest #CNYNobuContestEnsure your social media account is set to public viewing.
Nobu KL’s Chinese New Year Offerings
Address: Nobu KL, L4A-05, Level 4A Shoppes at Four Seasons Place Kuala Lumpur No, 145, Jln Ampang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala LumpurOperating Hours: 11.45 am – 2.00 pm, 6.00 pm – 10.30 pmMenu Availability Duration: 11 January – 5 FebruaryPrice: RM288++ (Lobster Prosperity Platter for 2-4 people), RM45++ (Per Osusume Dessert)Contact: 03 – 2380 0028, Whatsapp 019 289 5085Email: nobuklreservations@noburestaurants.comInstagram / Facebook

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Facts About Water Towers You Might Not Know

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There are many things around us that we see in our day-to-day life but have we ever paused to think why they are made or placed a certain way?

Well, here is one. Have you ever wondered why water tanks are built at a certain height and what is the use of a water tank in certain places? We have the answers for you.
According to an article by Mental Floss, water tanks are built at a certain height as they depend on gravitational pull for the water pump system to work.
In a water tower, the pressure of the water rises by 0.43 pounds per square inch (PSI) for every extra foot of height.
Most water towers are quite basic devices. Water that has been cleaned and treated is pushed up into the tower, where it is kept in a huge tank that may hold one million gallons or more—enough water to sustain a specific city for a day.
Moreover, keeping the water tank at a certain height also helps with the infrastructure of a city. This is because with the water tower, smaller pipes can be installed around the homes of people which allows them to use the water whenever it is needed.
Without the water tower, the government then must purchase a water pump that is efficient to handle the demands for water.
The pros and cons of water towers
According to an article by Water World, water tower allows the water to be preserved and to be supplied efficiently to the people especially during peak periods such as in the morning. Since it is built higher, it is easier to maintain a consistent pressure in the public water system as mentioned above.
Moreover, installing a water tower saves money by eliminating the need for a water pumping system with the capacity to meet peak demand.
However, there are cons when it comes to building a water tower. One of it is that the tower needs to be cleaned every 3 to 5 years to maintain the water’s cleanliness.
Furthermore, water flow is restricted in hilly locations because it can only reach areas that are lower in elevation than the starting point (the water tower).
Water tower also affects the taste and smell of the water if the tower is not cleaned properly, or the water is stored in the tower for a long period.
Why water towers are important
With the presence of water towers, the practice of fetching water has been abolished in certain countries.
However, this practice is still present is some areas of the world such as in certain parts of India.
As reported by India’s water portal, approximately 58.3% of households still get their water through hand pumps, tube wells, public taps, neighbour-provided pipes, protected or unprotected wells, and private or public taps.
Thus, sometimes it is important to be grateful for such inventions as they make our lives easier.

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Malaysian Proves That Racism In Housing Rentals Is Very Much Alive

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A Malaysian Twitter user has proven another of Malaysia’s long-standing examples of racism: Malaysians of Indian ethnicity have a more difficult time finding and renting places to stay within the Klang Valley.

Twitter user Pinga noted that he had faced these issues since moving to KL from Kedah. To prove his point, he built a code that would allow him to extract data from a property website and quantify his experiences.
The results are not pretty.
Credit: Yusof Mat Isa/Malay Mail
Less Availability
To begin with, the racism is fully alive with around 45% of total listings explicitly denied to Indian Malaysians. Only 19% of listings accept Indian Malaysians, while the rest have no preference stated.
However, Pinga noted that 37% of “no preference” listings doesn’t necessary mean Indian ethnicities are welcome.
Preferences may be stated elsewhere, such as the description, or will only be declared by the property agent after interest is shown.
Credit: Pinga
Locations closer to the KL city centre have fewer listings available for Indian Malaysians as well, meaning Indians working in the city will need to live further away with a longer commute time.
Pay More In Rent
Across all room types, Indian Malaysians pay more in rent.
When comparing the rental prices of rooms that accept Indians and those that do not, places that accept Indians can see up to 22% more for their monthly rental- up to a RM146 difference in master bedroom units!
On average, Indians have to pay 19% (RM107) more in monthly rent than non-Indians. To rent a master and middle room, Indians need to pay 22% and 17% more in rent than non-Indians. Rent disparity for single rooms isn’t as high, but is still 5% more expensive for Indians. pic.twitter.com/s1T1Ik0bJ6— You (@pingster2008) November 15, 2020
Popular rental locations like Wangsa Maju, Kota Damansara, and SS2 also see drastic price hikes for rental listings that are open to Indian Malaysians.
For example, the average monthly rental for a room in Wangsa Maju is RM619 for listings not open to Indian Malaysians. However, the listings that welcome Indian Malaysians have an average price of RM833- that’s a whopping RM214 difference!
Rent disparity also varies by location. Indians would have to pay at least 21% more rent than non-Indians in locations like Wangsa Maju, SS2 and Setapak. Again, locations are filtered to top 15. pic.twitter.com/OYQKc8slIz— You (@pingster2008) November 15, 2020
Pinga notes that while the analysis is very basic, it confirms his personal experiences as an ethnically Indian Malaysian trying to find a place to stay in KL.
This is obviously a very basic analysis of the market and further research can and should be done into this phenomenon. However, it puts my experiences in hard numbers. I used to reach out to 10-15 agents at a time because I know most will turn me down on the basis of race.— You (@pingster2008) November 15, 2020
For other curious Malaysians interested in seeing the data for themselves, he has shared the code used for data gathering here.
He also urges landlords to change their way of judging potential tenants, especially when such judgement is based on race.
So the best we can do is start changing the mindset of judging potential tenants based on irrelevant factors like race and religion and start looking at their personality, income, education, proof of employment, etc. Sekian.— You (@pingster2008) November 15, 2020
For the full Twitter thread, see this Tweet:
Racism in the Malaysian rental market. I left Alor Setar for KL after SPM and ever since then I’ve had to deal with racism when it came to room hunting. So I scraped data from a property website to quantify my experience as an Indian person looking for a place to stay.— You (@pingster2008) November 15, 2020

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You Don’t Have To Wear A Mask In Your Own Private Vehicle, Says Ismail Sabri

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Authorities are cancelling the fines issued to individuals who were not wearing a face mask in private in vehicles according to Senior Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob.

He said those who have paid the fines to the Ministry of Health (MOH) can claim back their payments.
I already spoke to the police and the MOH, and the police will cancel the fines. If they already paid to MOH, they can claim back the payment from MOH.Senior Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob via Malay Mail
He also said that the wearing of masks is not compulsory while carrying out physical activities and for children below 2 years old.
The rule to wear a mask at public and crowded areas was enforced on 1 August after an increase in Covid-19 infections and people generally becoming more relaxed on the standard operating procedures.
This angered some Malaysians who questioned the vagueness of the rule, with many urging the government to draw out clear guidelines.

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9 Places You Can Find ‘Treasure’ In The Klang Valley

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To say that Malaysia is a land rich in culture, heritage and history would of course be an understatement, and obviously a little cliché.

So instead, we present to you our shortlist of the interesting places like museums and galleries, that are right here in the Klang Valley, which exhibits some of our nation’s most consequential antiquities, artefacts and oddities that you can visit to get yourself more acquainted with our home and get an education about our shared legacy.
1. Museum Negara, Kuala Lumpur
This list surely wouldn’t be complete if we did not mention the prestigious Museum Negara or the National Museum of Malaysia, so we’re putting it at the very top.
Though it’s not the first or the oldest museum in the country, Museum Negara is definitely one of the most interesting and interactive places that you can visit to get a snapshot of Malaysia’s history – all the way from prehistoric times to the present country that we know today.
(Credit: klia2info)
The museum itself can be classified as a piece of history as the building that stands today was constructed on the ruins of the older ‘Selangor Museum’ which was blown to smithereens during World War II (WW2).
Located right smack in the middle of KL, Museum Negara has tons of fascinating exhibits besides a guided tour of the whole place where you can get a full and formal education of our nation’s history.
Museum Negara is open every Tuesday to Sunday from 9am to 5pm. Entry is free for kids under 12-years-old, and between RM2 to RM5 for adults.

2. Museum of Asian Art, University Malaya
Located at one of the country’s most historic institutions, the Museum of Asian Art sits near the main campuses of the University of Malaya and houses a collection of ornate artefacts attributed to the Malay, Chinese, Indian and Orang Asli communities here in Malaysia.
The museum has nearly 7,000 ‘treasures’ representing a range of cultures and civilizations throughout Asia and can be viewed by anyone, free of charge.
The place is open on Mondays to Thursdays, between 9am – 1pm and 2pm and 5pm, as well as, on Fridays between 9am – 12.15pm and 1.45pm – 5pm.
(Credit: UM)
3. National Textile Museum, KL
The National Textile Museum sits right across the Sultan Abdul Samad building in KL, and as the name implies, catalogues the fashion trends and lifestyles of everyday Malaysians throughout history.
(Credit: Klia2info/ The Star)
Here, you can patch up your knowledge about the different garments and textiles that were made and worn by our forefathers at four separate galleries housed in the 2 storey building.
The museum is open daily from 9am to 6pm and admission is free for kids and between RM1 to RM5 for adults.
4. Biomedical Museum, KL
If you’re a fan of medical mysteries and scientific oddities, then the Health Ministry’s Biomedical Museum is the one place you surely wouldn’t want to miss.
Located in the historic Institute for Medical Research (IMR) building in KL, this freaky museum contains a myriad of exhibits that includes traditional medicine as well as scientific instruments and methods that were once used in the past, and also many other exotic items that you tend not to see anywhere else.
The place is basically a depository of biomedical reference where you can find things like preserved animals, human organs and even unborn fetuses just floating around in jars.
(Credit: Malaysian Traveller/Institute for Medical Research)
The museum is open from Mondays to Fridays from 8am to 5pm, and entry is free.
5. Orang Asli Crafts Museum, KL
Cataloguing the history of our indigenous Orang Asli communities here in Malaysia, the Orang Asli Crafts Museum in Gombak showcases the lives, livelihoods and even the losses of Malaysia’s aboriginal people.
The museum houses a collection of amazing artefacts attributed to the Orang Asli communities in the Peninsular – from the different tools that they used on a daily basis to the more sacred and historic ornaments and spiritual decorations.
Entry is free for kids and between RM2 to RM5 for adults.

6. National Automobile Museum, Sepang
A quick road trip to the National Automobile Museum near the Sepang Circuit race track in Selangor would surely satisfy the grease monkeys and speed demons out there.
See the advancements of Malaysia’s automotive industry and feast your eyes on the collection of classic vehicles that once ruled the streets and the race tracks.
(Credit: Selangor Travel/WapCar)
With close to 8,000 square meters of space, the museum is stocked full of both locally and internationally made machines that have literally set the course of our motoring world.
The museum is free to enter and is open daily from 9am to 5pm.
7. Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia, KL
Credited as the largest museum of Islamic arts in Southeast Asia, the Islamic Arts Museum (IAMM) houses a magnificent gallery of more than 7,000 artefacts and creative works from across the Islamic world.
Here, you can find everything from ancient manuscripts to old handwritten copies of the Quran and even treasures belonging to different Islamic civilizations throughout history.
(Credit IAMM/Facebook)
IAMM’s gallery is currently open via appointments only from 9.30am to 6pm.
For more information, you can check out their website, (HERE).
8. Kajang Heritage Centre
Take a tour of Selangor’s old tin mining town at the Kajang Heritage Centre and the Kajang Heritage Walk.
(Credit: Kajang Heritage Centre乌鲁冷岳社区文物馆 via Facebook)
The centre itself is a small gallery displaying over 300 historic documents, artefacts collected from the Kajang community, or purchase a walking tour to get a more personal feel of this historic town.

Visit the Kajang Heritage Centre’s Facebook page, (HERE) for details.
9. KL Heritage Walk
Are you up for a day of exploring our nation’s capital? Then strap on your best walking shoes, grab yourself a map (or a GPS) and kick yourself off on your very own self-guided tour through the historic heart of the muddy city.
(Credit: Unsplash)
The KL heritage trail, as some people call it, take you on a 2 to 3-hour journey to KL’s most historic and scenic sites – from Dataran Merdeka, the old KL railway station, the National Library and other ‘sure best’ places.
Just be sure to add a stop by the local shops, restaurants and street food corners you find along the way to truly savour in KL city life.
We suggest checking out this article (HERE) by Malaysian Traveller for the best locations to stop by on your walk, or take a look at this map (HERE) and plan your own path of discovery through the city. A free guided tour is also available if you’d like to have a narrator giving you all the facts you need to know about life in the big city.
(Credit: Kuala Lumpur Heritage Trail)
Of course with the pandemic still happening, please ensure that you have been fully vaccinated and abide by new normal SOPs to fully enjoy your trip through history. Also, we’d advise just checking ahead to see if some of these places might be closed for unforeseeable reasons.

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Merdekarya Sheds Light On ‘Comedian’ Couple Who Insulted Islam During Crackhouse’s Open Mic Session

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A live music venue recently shed light on a woman who insulted Islam in a comedy show at Crackhouse Comedy Club in Taman Tun Dr Ismail.

In support of Crackhouse Comedy Club, which was penalised by the authorities, Merdekarya alleged that the woman and her boyfriend had previously tried to tarnish its reputation.
Through a posting on Twitter, Merdekarya claimed that Alex, the woman’s partner, always visited Merdekarya’s bar around 2015.
BEBENANG PANJANG So. Citer dia camni:Alex Chandran, boyfriend/suami/entah-apa kepada Amy Si Penanggal Baju yang viral, dulu-dulu selalu jugak lepak kat Merdekarya (sekitar tahun 2015).— Merdekarya (@merdekarya) July 10, 2022
After receiving many complaints from visitors about Alex’s immoral behaviour, Merdekarya gave Alex the option not to visit the bar or stop his behaviour.
Alex chose not to come back to the bar. However, he and his partner Amy had visited the Merdekarya bar last month to propose an event.
It is said that the event to be organized involves stand-up comedy, Alleycats performances and even sex workshops.
Merdekarya rejected the proposal.
Kami menolak permintaannya sebab, yelah, kitorang masih berpemikiran waras, dan lagipun Merdekarya ni tempat liveband akar umbi, bukannya tempat pesta seks berkumpulan sambil diiringi persembahan kugiran Alleycats. pic.twitter.com/lyDYdhU8re— Merdekarya (@merdekarya) July 10, 2022
Dine And Dash
Unsatisfied with the request being denied, Alex and Amy did not pay for their food, amounting to RM75.
Merdekarya also received death threats and treachery to burn the bar from Alex on social media and WhatsApp.
Not only that, but Merdekarya customers also received threatening messages that they would perish in a fire if they visited the bar.
Apart from that, Alex also wanted to bring down the reputation of the Merdekarya bar when he claimed that the food sold deceived Muslims when selling pork when the menu clearly said there were pigs.
Yang si Amy pulak lain ceritanya: katanya diorang tak bayar bil sebab bartender kitorang mabuk dan bagi diorang makan free. Entahlah. Mungkin komunikasi antara pasangan tak begitu mantap bila pasangan tu saling tukar-menukar dengan pasangan lain. pic.twitter.com/pNzkjL7kCU— Merdekarya (@merdekarya) July 10, 2022
Amy has also commented that she has ‘eaten’ pork in her meal at the Merdekarya bar.
Merdekarya lodged a police report, and Alex was detained by the police, charged in court, pleaded guilty, and was released with a compound of RM100.
Alex juga tag pelbagai pihak berkuasa menyeru agar mereka siasat kami kerana kononnya perdayakan orang Islam makan babi di bar paras-bawah kami, walaupun nama bar pun terang-terang Bar B dan menu kami jelas tulis babi. pic.twitter.com/PC0TSmMHos— Merdekarya (@merdekarya) July 10, 2022
Malicious Intent
The recent trouble started when Amy, clad in a baju kurung and a headscarf, was seen introducing herself.
In a 53-second video, she claims to be a Muslim woman who memorized 15 verses of the Quran.
As soon as she finished introducing herself, Amy opened the hijab and baju kurung she was wearing.
She revealed her real clothes, a sleeveless shirt that exposed part of her chest and a short skirt that showed part of her thighs.
Her actions received cheers from the audience who were present to watch the performance.
  @kak_k_ok MANUSIA AKHIR ZAMAN ❗🔥 #fyp #foryou #foryoupage #tiktokmalaysia #islamagamaku ♬ original sound  – KAK K 🇲🇾🇲🇾
Not Crackhouse’s Fault
Merdekarya added that Alex and Amy’s plan was to use the local art stage to promote their sex cult, and if the place did not allow them, then they planned to use the authorities to close the venue.
That’s what happened to Crackhouse Comedy Club, and Merdekarya hopes the authorities lift the suspension of Crackhouse Comedy Club’s license.
Both Merdekarya and Crackhouse KL often host open-mic events as a way to unearth new artistic talents.
The Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) has taken action to temporarily suspend the operation of Crackhouse KL following the latest stunt.
Many had defended Crackhouse including popular comedians, saying that Crackhouse KL was innocent.
Ini penjelasan lengkap dr #HarithIskander soal cewek kemarin. Pemaparannya sangat mendidik dr aktor dan komedian #Malaysia. pic.twitter.com/JUobpGTnT3— Makie Yung (@MakieYung) July 12, 2022
Authorities Step In
The police have since arrested a suspect concerning the case.
According to Astro Awani, a 28-year-old woman was arrested at 10.45 pm at Taman Jaya, Jalan Gasing.
The suspect, who claimed to be from Kuala Kangsar, Perak, was arrested by a team of officers and members of the Classified Criminal Investigation Unit (USJT) of the Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department (JSJ).
Police also confiscated several items, including baju kurung, a tudung, a short skirt that the suspect had worn during a comedy show and a mobile phone.
The suspect was remanded for three days starting until 12 July and is being investigated under Section 298A of the Penal Code and Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998.

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Some Light Shed On The Continuing Plight Of Migrant Workers In Malaysia

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In the country’s latest case of migrants being mistreated, comes a quick glimmer of hope with 65 migrant workers in Malaysia winning a legal battle against American tire manufacturers Goodyear.

This comes after the migrants from Myanmar, Nepal, and India working at a plant in Selangor, lodged a case at the country’s industrial tribunal accusing the tire giants for not complying with a collective labour agreement. This includes failing to give them shift allowances, bonuses, and pay rises. Their lawyer, R. Chandra Segaran told AFP that over the years, the loss they suffered has amounted to about RM2 million.
It isn’t the first time Goodyear Malaysia has received complaints against them. In 2019 and 2020, Reuters reported a total of 184 migrant workers filed five complaints against the company over non-compliance with a collective labour agreement and are claiming about RM5 million in unpaid wages. Though the court ruled in favour of the foreign workers in these cases, Goodyear has challenged both verdicts at the High Court.
It is not clear whether Goodyear would appeal to the recent ruling this time around.
Malaysia frequently faces criticism over their poor treatment of foreign workers
Amid the initial coronavirus outbreak in 2020, thousands of South Asian migrants working for the world’s top surgical glove maker Top Glove were infected in their overcrowded and filthy dormitories. This news lead to the United States banning imports of some of the firm’s gloves due to forced labour concerns.
Unfortunately, the mistreatment of migrant workers has been going on for quite some time. Here’s a list of stories about the struggles they’ve had to face since the start of the pandemic:
Migrant Wearing “I Heart KL” T-Shirt During Raid Perfectly Captures Our Abusive Relationship (10 June 2021)Customer Gets Blasted For Complaining TTDI Cafe Is Like “Selayang Market” & “Doesn’t Feel Safe” Because Of Foreign Workers (25 January 2021) UiTM Study Reveals Just How Badly Exploited Mamak Workers Are In Malaysia (5 January 2021)More Than 90% Of Foreign Workers in Malaysia Live In Squalid Conditions (3 December 2020)High Murder Cases Among Malaysia’s Migrant Workers Due To Conflict At Work (1 October 2020)Tenaganita: Abuse Of Migrant Workers Widespread Problem In Malaysia (20 May, 2020)Tesco Malaysia Found To Be Abusing Migrant Workers (18 May 2020)Migrant Workers Plead Locals Not To Blame Them for Spread of Covid-19 (27 April 2020)

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Health Ministry: How should those caught smoking in restaurants be punished? [Poll]

At the beginning of the year, Malaysians made a ruckus about a newly implemented law: No more smoking at restaurants.
Smokers were appalled at the rule (which specifically stated no smoking within 3 meters of any restaurant), while non-smokers were sighing loud (smoke-free) breaths of relief that they could finally enjoy an outdoor meal that didnâ€™t include nicotine wafting through the air.

 Picture credit: Bro, Donâ€™t Like That Bro

Although smokers adhered to the law for the first few weeks, it appears that since there has been no news of the government taking action against anyone, smokers are again happily puffing away anywhere they please.
In an effort to crack down on those who are no longer taking the no-smoking rule seriously, the Health Ministry has launched a poll on their Facebook page.

Picture credit: Facebook

In the poll, the ministry wants to know if the public agrees to punish those found smoking in restaurants by having them carry out community service activities.
The examples given include washing toilets, picking up rubbish and cutting grass.
According to Health Minister, Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad, a community service punishment is being considered over a fine as this punishment would provide greater benefit to society.
At the time of writing, the poll results are at 93% of respondents agreeing to the punishment against 7% not agreeing (doesnâ€™t look too good for smokers ATM, TBH).
Picture credit: Pinterest

Separately, the Health Ministry also said that 30,698 warning letters will be sent next year to Malaysian smokers who were caught not adhering to the no-smoking rule.

This follows the government’s announcement in April that the six-month educational enforcement period would be extended until the end of 2019.
Dr Dzulkefly added that to date, enforcement officers have checked 129,180 premises for those breaking the non-smoking law to date.

You can find the Health Ministry’s Facebook poll post below:

Do you think smokers caught smoking at restaurants should be punished with community service?Â
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Genius T’ganu Siblings Make Flood-Resistant Motorbikes Because It Floods Too Much

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They say that necessity is the mother of invention and the case is definitely true for two brothers who ingeniously modified their motorcycles to ride through the floods that hit the East Coast recently.
Ikram Shahidi Mat Kail, 24 and Muhammad Zakaria, 22, run a workshop in Terengganu and are the ones responsible for the modifications.

Picture Credit: Facebook

Not only were the modified bikes able to plow through the water, but they can also do it at a fast pace even when the riders were neck-deep underwater.
The best part about the modification is that it only takes two hours to turn regular motorcycles into amphibious vehicles.
The flood-resistant bikes initially started out as a side project by the siblings to make motorcycles they can use to go fishing and catching birds during the flood season.
Out of curiosity, they began modifying the motorbikes. Despite failing in their first attempt, the brothers persevered.

In fact, last year, I tried to do it but did not succeed, because the motorcycle engine died in the water. However, I decided to try again recently, and from various input received from fellow motorcycle enthusiasts, we managed to complete the modifications within two hours.
Muhammad Zakaria via Bernama

To make the motorbikes work, the brothers stripped the components and made a few adjustments.
They use a water bottle as a makeshift fuel tank, besides modifying the carburetor, exhaust and engine vents to allow it to be used underwater.

The motorcycle was able to run underwater after a few adjustments made by the brothersPicture Credit: Facebook

Despite not being formally trained, the two had a passion for automotive engineering since childhood.
Before setting up their own workshop in their village in Kampung Banggol, Setiu, the two brothers worked with other mechanics for a few years to learn how to fix motorbikes themselves.
They were testing out the bikes in their own neighborhood before the video of their amphibious bikes went viral.

The bike was still running even when the water was neck-deepPicture Credit: Facebook

Although they were successful in their attempt to make the vehicle, they are still interested in receiving formal training.
They also plan to make the bikes available during the flood seasons to help bring villagers to safety.
It shows that when there’s a will there’s a way, and Malaysians are truly a smart bunch in overcoming adversities.
You can view the videos here:

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Abang Viva Awarded Certificate Of Appreciation For Helping Flood Victims

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Azwan Omar or more popularly known as Abang Viva has been awarded a certificate of appreciation from the Malaysia Civil Defence Department (APM) for his efforts to help flood victims on his own accord.

He uploaded a video showing a few pictures taken from the certificate acceptance ceremony on his TikTok.
In the caption of his TikTok video, he thanked his parents and strangers for their constant prayers.
  @abangvivaofficial #abangvivaofficial #atar1 ♬ MALAYSIA – Faizal Tahir
Netizens were equally happy and excited that his good deeds were officially recognized.
They believe that he truly deserves the award and even noted his humble attire while receiving the certificate.
Some also thanked him for helping the flood victims in any way he can.

Yes, he’s on TikTok for the sake of accountability!
According to Utusan, he finally opened a TikTok account on 27 December to document how the funds he received are used to help flood victims.
He first went viral for driving all the way to Shah Alam from Melaka with a boat strapped to the top of his car to help flood victims evacuate.
Azwan didn’t ask for much and even reminded others not to give money to people who claim to be him.
READ MORE: Abang Viva Advises The Public Not To Give Money To Those Who Use His Name
There are people who still want to reward him for his good deeds but he’s very careful about accepting these gifts.
Previously, an entrepreneur expressed their intention to gift him a bigger car so he could help more people.
According to Oh My Media, Azwan politely declined the offer because he was afraid he couldn’t maintain the upkeep and the road tax for a larger vehicle.

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PICKids Extended To 31 May, After That Vaccines For Kids Aren’t Available For Free

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The National Covid-19 Immunisation Programme for Children (PICKids), which was supposed to end on 15 May, has been extended to 31 May.

Deputy Health Minister I Datuk Dr Noor Azmi Ghazali said the Health Ministry (KKM) decided to extend the programme until the end of the month to compensate for the closure of PPVs during the long Hari Raya and Labour Day holidays.
This extension will give parents a chance to reschedule their child’s vaccination appointments.Deputy Health Minister I Datuk Dr Noor Azmi Ghazali
However, this was only applicable to those who registered before 8 May and could not get the vaccination on the set date.
Image: TRP File
Here are a few things parents should take note of:
Parents who have registered and made an appointment before or on 8 May 2022 and chose the vaccination date before or on 31 May 2022 can carry on with the appointment date.
If they have registered and made an appointment before or on 8 May 2022 but chose the vaccination date after 31 May 2022, the appointment in MySejahtera will be automatically cancelled. Parents can get their children vaccinated against Covid-19 via walk-in in any KKM health clinics.
Parents who registered after 8 May 2022 will not get an appointment date in MySejahtera.
Starting 16 to 31 May 2022, the first vaccine dose for children aged 5 to 12 years old will be available via walk-in at any KKM health clinics.
Parents who registered their children before 8 May 2022 but have yet to receive an appointment date are advised to bring their children to the health clinics before 31 May 2022.
The vaccinations are available on a first-come, first-serve basis at all KKM clinics. If the vaccine stock is finished on that day, parents will have to return to the clinic the next day.
After 31 May, the vaccine for children will not be available for free under PICKids. According to New Straits Times, it will be available for a fee at private clinics.
The full press release can be read on KKM’s website.
Kenyataan Media Kementerian Kesihatan MalaysiaPelanjutan Tarikh Akhir Pemberian Vaksin Kepada Kanak-Kanak Di Bawah #PICKids pic.twitter.com/E1TRaYUvq6— KKMalaysia🇲🇾😷 (@KKMPutrajaya) May 12, 2022

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Tim Burton Is Coming To KL For His Exhibition!

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The World of Tim Burton Exhibition is set to open in just one month, and fans of the iconic filmmaker and artist have an extra-special reason to be excited.

Organised by Toybox Projects Sdn Bhd in conjunction with partners Eurasian Entertainment Consultants Ltd and KOL Nation Sdn Bhd, and supported by venue partner, Pavilion Bukit Jalil, The World of Tim Burton focuses on the distinctive characters and worlds that could only come from Tim Burton’s singular imagination. Tim Burton himself will be coming for the opening.

In addition to the excitement of having Tim Burton in attendance, fans can take their experience to the next level with the VIP package for the exhibition. The VIP package includes a book signing event with Tim Burton himself, offering fans the chance to meet the artist and filmmaker in person. The package also includes The Art of Tim Burton book, a season pass for unlimited entries to the exhibition, and special edition merchandise.
VIP ticket package is RM1500 which includes:
The Art of Tim Burton BookBook Signing Opportunity with Tim BurtonSeason Pass (Unlimited entry to the exhibition)Special Edition Merchandise
Limited to 100 tickets only
The VIP ticket package will be launched on Saturday, February 25 at 12 pm, with only 100 tickets available.

For those who have already purchased regular tickets, there is no need for concern, as they have the option to upgrade to the VIP package at the same purchasing link.
This ensures that all fans have the opportunity to take part in this special event and make the most out of their visit to The World of Tim Burton Exhibition.
For any questions regarding ticketing or the ticketing system, please contact the ticketing agent KOL NATION hotline at +60 11-5621 5922.
A Must-See Exhibition
The World of Tim Burton Exhibition is a must-visit event for all fans of the celebrated filmmaker and artist.
The exhibition showcases more than 540 unique items, from Tim Burton’s early ages to the most recent project across mediums of sketches, paintings, drawings, photographs, maquettes and puppets he used for his film works, and life-sized sculptures. With the VIP ticket package, fans can take their experience to the next level and make memories that will last a lifetime.
For more Exhibition Information on The World of Tim Burton Exhibition, visit here.
To purchase VIP tickets to The World of Tim Burton Exhibition, click here.
READ MORE: The World Of Tim Burton Exhibition Is Coming To Malaysia This March

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Mak Cik goes viral for amazing grunge rock karaoke of Smells Like Teen Spirit by Nirvana

Itâ€™s true when they say music transcends age, race and gender.
A video of a mak cik is going viral for her grunge spirit when singing Nirvanaâ€™s Smells Like Teen Spirit.

 Picture Credit: Najib Haziq via Facebook

The angst, the anger, the raw emotion. Sheâ€™s got it all.
Kurt Cobain wouldâ€™ve been proud.

 Picture Credit: Najib Haziq via Facebook

In her karaoke performance at a gathering, netizens could smell the teen spirit as well. (what granny spirit, right?)

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Admiration and praises were showered to mysterious lady who’s been nicknamed Mak Cik Cobainâ€™ and â€˜Mak Cik Nirvanaâ€™ by the internet.
 Screenshot via Facebook
Screenshot via Facebook
In case you’re too young to remember,  Smells Like Teen Spirit was a smash hit grunge rock anthem released in 1991 by Nirvana.

The original poster has mentioned that sheâ€™s a friend from a homestay in Pulau Melayu, but Mak Cik Nirvanaâ€™s identity remains a mystery.
Still, we can definitely relate to her passion and semangat for karaoke.

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You can watch her performance in the video below:

All we’ve got to say is..
Rock on, mak cik!

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School Bullies Caught On Camera, Netizens Demand School’s Name

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A video that was uploaded on Twitter showed that bullying and hazing are still going on in some schools despite what happened to students such as Nhaveen and Zulfarhan Osman Zulkarnain.

In the video, a group of teen boys took turns to punch a male student, who wore a red shirt, in the chest.
The poor student looked helpless and at times doubled over slightly, perhaps due to pain.
In another clip shared, two boys stood behind the student in a red shirt to hold him while a third throws a punch.
Ini kalau anak orang mati lepastu cakap takde niat membunuh?!! Lepastu bebas tali gantung? lepastu sampai bila nak habis gejala buli ni?!!! Sakitnya hati aku!!!! Kredit: Faez hamzah pic.twitter.com/iTzp7qOtW4— ηяιкα (@Ekax_) December 9, 2021
Twitter user @Ekax_ said it’s heartbreaking to see it happening and asked when bullying will stop in schools.
She also pointed out how bullies always escape the law and claim that they have no ill intention.
It’s believed that the incident took place in a boarding school and the students are stuck in their rooms due to a Covid-19 case in school.
@Ekax_ also shared screenshots showing messages from someone who asked her to take down the videos.
Tahu tengah menggelupur tapi jangan guna hari jumaat untuk lembutkan hati aku. Takde kerjasama atau secebis kasihan. Harap maklum pic.twitter.com/M9x9h2wgPS— ηяιкα (@Ekax_) December 9, 2021
@Ekax_ refused and tweeted that if anyone has more information, they can write to her anonymously.
A netizen said they wished the bullies do not have a future for what they did.
malam Jumaat ni saya doa semoga semua yg terlibat membuli dlm vid ni, segala urusan sepanjang hidup mereka dipersulitkan & masa depan hancur. This is outrageous for God’s sake!— Katniss (@ainamhd_) December 9, 2021
A few netizens said to reveal the name of the school and the bullies.
hantar barua2 ni masuk lokap. tak payah jaga nama baik. biar malu nama maktab, malu nama mak bapak, biar tak dapat kerja nanti. kau rasa hebat sangat kan masa sekolah, kita tengok hebat ke tak kat dunia sebenar. ramai2 depan member mampu la kimak padahal dalam hati taman2 bunga— ♤ (@akmallfarhann) December 9, 2021
Apa tunggu lagi @RadziJidin @PDRMsia @MOHEOfficial jelas dan nyata ada bukti, tahu maktab mana, muka pesalah pun jelas. Dah boleh angkut semua ni masuk lokap.— The Guy and His Cats (@theguyandhiscat) December 10, 2021
Another netizen said they have had enough of school bullying cases in Malaysia and they’re angry that nothing has been done to stop it from happening again.
Cukup-cukuplah bagi muka dekat pembuli ni.. Banyak sangat dah kes macam ni. Masukkam dalam penjara. Biar gelap terus masa depan. Kalau mangsa dah mati mula lah cakap membunuh tanpa niat lah, laptop hilang lah.. Geramnya tengok..— Jalal Misai Akaun Baru (@jllmisai) December 9, 2021
Hopefully, the authorities can do something about this to help the victim in the video before anything untoward happens.

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