Can’t Decide On A Big Or Small Wristwatch? Why Not BOTH?!

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We often hear people flaunting that bigger is always better. But how much does size matter when it comes to personal accessories like wristwatches?

TRP got the chance to check out Casio’s new line of G-Steel GST-B500 watch series to see how it measures up as a stylish and feature-packed accessory to fit any lifestyle.
Priced at between RM1,480 and RM1,850 the GST-B500 series is available at G-Factory and G-Shock stores as well as authorised dealers nationwide.
Sizing up the G-Steel
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The GST-B500 is the latest in the line of G-Shock’s affordable, super tough metal wristwatches and is the slimmest and lightest version of the G-Steel ever made.
There are four different versions of the GST-B500 series in slight variations of colour. I gravitated to the golden GST-B500GD-9A for its luxurious aesthetics that blends well with darker skin tones. The golden glimmer of its main body and dials are accented nicely against the black background, and the small amounts of white on the watch’s hands make it pop out and easily visible at one glance.
The GST-B500 is constructed with stainless steel and G-Shock’s signature Carbon Core Guard to provide optimum shock-resistant protection. The watch is, of course, water resistant and can be taken to depths of up to 200meters, so you don’t have to be afraid to get wet.
It also comes with a neat solar-powered function to ensure that the clock is always ticking. The bezel on the watch is also treated in multiple finishes to make it shine and shimmer at every angle even in dim lighting.
Big features, smaller package
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Besides having an ol’ skool analogue watch face, the GST-B500 also sports a smaller digital screen that shows the date, a stopwatch and a countdown timer. And although it’s not considered a smartwatch, the GST-B500 still comes packed with some smart features.
At the press of a button, the watch’s very distinctive three-pronged indicator can revolve to point out different functions available to the wearer, and below it, is an indicator that shows the amount of battery power left.
The GST-B500 is also able to connect to smartphones via Bluetooth, allowing wearers to easily change the watch’s settings on their mobile devices and access more features like setting up reminders, up to five separate alarm clocks as well as a ‘phone finder’ function.
Once the watch is synced to your mobile devices, it can also accurately adjust itself automatically to the time zone that you’re in anywhere in the world.
Taking the G-Steel for a spin
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After spending some time with the GST-B500, we can say that its signature design and functionality make it a fashionable accessory for any occasion. And despite being the slimmest and thinnest G-Steel yet, the GST-B500 is still a sizable wristwatch that is easy to tell the time with.
It has buttons that are just the right size to conveniently access all of the watch’s functions, and while weighing in at about 143 grams, the GST-B500 is convenient and light for everyday wear.
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The watch’s flashy metallic colours are hard to miss but it doesn’t make you look too overdressed during informal excursions like hanging out at the shopping mall or doing something extreme like hitting the half-pipes.
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And having a GST-B500 on the wrist will make wearers feel elegant and ready for adventures. The watch has a sturdiness to it that makes you wanna go all out and live the #YOLO life.
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Of course, you don’t need a special occasion to take the GST-B500 for a night out on the town. The watch’s clean-cut features will make for a good conversation starter and leave an impression on the people you spend time with.
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And since G-Steels are built to withstand certain shocks and impacts you don’t have to worry about damaging the watch, regardless of any indoor or outdoor activities you have planned.
The GST-B500 also comes with an extended warranty of up to two years upon registering for the e-Warranty within 14 days of purchasing the watch at an authorised dealership.
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Ultimately, the GST-B500 is the perfect size to fit any lifestyle and fashion trend.

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RapidKL goes Cashless. There might be problems…

RapidKL has already begun to roll out a cashless payment system that requires users to have a Touch â€˜n Go (TNG) Card, preloaded before riding their buses.
It should make commuting easier and faster because people won’t be digging around in their pockets for that 10 sen coin you know was there when you left the house.(Pic Credit: MyRapid website)
The service began its roll-out in Ampang in mid-April and is scheduled to be live across Klang Valley by the end of May 2019. It sounds good on paper, but here are a few reasons why it might be a bad idea: –
For
the Elderly
This system does not take in to account that the elderly who use Public Transport are not fans of modern and comparatively new technology.

Most of them donâ€™t even want to use a cellphone, forget about some fancy card that replaces their money.
For
Tourists
World Tourism Federation (WTF) research has shown that Tourists in urban destinations rely on PT to get around. Forcing tourists to use a cashless system adds a layer of confusion and which might not make them happy, and unhappy tourists spend less.
For
the Poor
Those living a day-to-day subsistence life will be hardest hit by RapidKLâ€™s system. The poor rely on public transport to get around.
Having even RM20 on-hand is not common among Kuala Lumpur’s homeless community.(Pic Credit: Institut Onn Ja’afar Facebook page)
They may not be able to afford the minimum required top-up, let alone afford the card itself. Have a look at India, and you can see how their attempts at cashless systems hurt their own people and economy.
Less
Frequent Users
As a rule, Malaysians will drive before they use public transport, and leave their TNG in the car.
Suddenly, you need to carry it around, or buy a second card and remember to keep both loaded. Sure, you could use your IC as a TNG â€“ but you definitely canâ€™t lend it to a friend.
Poorly
maintained infrastructure
Every tried to top up using a top up machine? What about at a store providing the service? Half the time, itâ€™s not possible because of a â€œsystem problem.â€

A familiar sight. Everywhere. All the time.(Pic Credit: Jerome Lim’s blog “A Long and Winding Road”)

The other half of the time, youâ€™re in a rush and will find yourself stuck with no way to get on the bus. Without the infrastructure to support it, going cashless is not a good idea.
Those are some reasons why a cashless
RapidKL is a bad idea. But what do you all think? Is a cashless system actually
worth it? Let us know what you think on Social Media or in the comments below!
(Featured pic via MyRapid website)


Netizens ‘Roast’ Thieves Caught Stealing Packages From People’s Houses

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Recently, a viral video on Twitter showed two men stealing delivery parcels from house porches at an unknown location in Malaysia.

The whole act was caught on the home owner’s CCTV and it showed two men arriving outside the house on a red motorcycle.
One of the men approached the gate with a long stick to drag the delivery parcels on the floor towards him.
Buat perangai serupa anak babi mak pak kutip dekat tepi pokok buluh. Ni lah dia pic.twitter.com/dEy6KO92tc— Opu Tendriburang Daeng Rilaka (@rudyakhbar_) December 16, 2021
There were three parcels but the thief only took two that were the closest to him. The two men rode away calmly like nothing bad happened.
People who steal parcels from homes in the United States are known as porch pirates. Seeing it happen here in Malaysia was a surprise to some netizens online.
Dah mcm kat US dah, org curi2 parcel. I think they called them “the porch pirates”. Teruk betul. Thats why kat US skg mostly yg rumah landed mesti ada cctv dkt pintu.— 🤡 (@imansyahirahh) December 17, 2021
Aku ingat dekat us je jenis curi parcel ni. Buruk betul perangai— 🦁 (@tehmaytow) December 16, 2021
Netizens were obviously incensed but the funny comments outshone the other statements.
A netizen said luckily they didn’t steal her delivery items because if they did, they’ll only find plant seeds.
Slalu order benih pokok je..klau kome ambik pii tanam la..jd petani bgus ckit dik..pulisss cptla tgkap 2 makhluk.otak tkde ni cpt..😅— Specialist mama louuve business 💃 (@SueVmc) December 16, 2021
Someone else said the third parcel was probably ignored because the thieves thought it was a book.
A Twitter user chimed in to say she thinks the longer parcel looks like a poster.
Yg kecik tu mcm brg biasa je, yg panjang tu mcm poster 😂— Damon Kai (@Kai_712178) December 17, 2021
Another person surmised that the thieves were probably going to make a mystery unboxing video.
Mystery unboxing ni— 🏴 Aarif 🇲🇾 (Taylor’s Version) (@AArifPikaPi) December 16, 2021
A netizen joked that Satan must be surprised by human behaviours too.
Similarly, another person pointed out that some people rather put in the work to steal than work hard.
setan pun confuse— syottie (@syootte1) December 16, 2021
Part mencuri pnya laa gigih,sruh krja pmlas— Sha بيره🐬 (@ShaBrh7) December 16, 2021
Out of all the responses, the best reaction came from a netizen who was left speechless at the thievery.
 pic.twitter.com/mfg44jwWBF— sir (@Emyrulll_) December 16, 2021

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McD Faces French Fry Shortage, Will Stop Selling Large Meals In Jan

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The best part of McDonald’s is arguably their piping hot shoestring fries, but fans are in for disappointment as the chain is facing a french fry shortage.

According to an announcement on their social media, McDonald’s Malaysia will stop selling Large-sized meals starting today, 24th January 2022.
Customers will only be able to order a Medium-sized meal, which comes with Medium-sized fries and a Medium-sized drink.

The chain did not mention when sales of Large-sized fries will resume, but they do promise that “it’ll be back before you know it”, which we assume will mean hopefully as soon as they can.
It’s A Global Thing
Shockingly, Malaysia isn’t the only country going through a McD fries withdrawal.
McDonald’s signature french fries will still be around.(Credit: TRP)
Japan has also announced that they are facing a potato shortage, and they will only be selling small-sized French Fries for the time being. (How tragic!)
The global shortage is due to supply chain delays in Vancouver, Canada, where the chain’s beloved root vegetable comes from.
In the meantime, we’ll have have to sit tight and make each fry count.

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[Just In] Government Doctors, Dentists & Pharmacists On Contract To Receive Extensions Among Other Benefits

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Medical, dental, and pharmacy officers on government contracts will be offered a two year contract of services following their 2 years of compulsory service, says Prime Minister Tan Sri Mahiaddin Md Yasin today.

In statement, the Prime Minister also said that Cabinet had agreed to extend the contracts for up to four years for doctors and dentists.
“This is to ensure that the relevant officers are able to complete their respective specialisation courses,” read the statement.

Furthermore, they will also receive career paths that are equivalent to those of permanent officers, including paid study leave, scholarships, and training, special medical duty leaves, and even travel fare to return home.
These, said Mahiaddin, are the immediate steps being taken but a revamping of the medical system is also underway, including examining the Medical Act 1971 and building a long term plan for the medical system.

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This Sleep Company Is Opening It’s First Flagship Store In Publika & You Can Come And Take A Nap Here!

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Remember the company who offered RM3,000 for a job called Sleep Executive?

READ MORE: Get Paid RM3,000 As A Sleep Executive For This Mattress Company
Yeap, there is literally a job for sleepyheads.
Well guess what? Now, after five years of operating online with a HQ in Sentul, this Malaysian sleep company brand finally has its own flagship store in Publika, Kuala Lumpur.
The ribbon cutting ceremony at the launch. Even the workers wore pyjamas as their uniforms!(Credit: Melissa Suraya Ismail / TRP)
Prior to this first flagship store, they also have a small showroom in Sentul called the Sonno Sleep Lab, where you can feel, touch and experience the beds via appointments only. Since 2017, they’ve gone fully online, selling beds with three guarantees to customers whice are free shipping, easy packaging, and a 100-night tryout.
Sonno Sleep House
You wanna know the best part? They’re introducing the Sleep House there too! What is it, you may ask?
A  mini house or bedroom, at your service. (Credit: Melissa Suraya Ismail / TRP)
Sonno Sleep House is basically a few little houses with specific types of mattresses for you to sleep in. Yes, that’s correct. You can take a nap for about 20 – 40 minutes there to test the ‘comfortness’ of the mattress.
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And don’t worry, it’s called a house for a reason as the space provides privacy for those who truly wanna test the mattresses out. They have around three houses in their store, fully equipped with curtains and a nice comfy environment.
The Sonno Sleep House is thoughfully designed to provide a comfortable space for a more genuine in-store mattress trail that goes beyond a five minute standard test and can make the shopping experinece enjoyable and memorible. Fabio Miceli, Founder & CEO of Sonno in his speech suring Sonno’s 1st Flagship Store Launch
We hope the curtain is sound proof 😴.(Credit: Melissa Suraya Ismail / TRP)
If you like the matress, then you can straight away take a new one home and test it out for another 100-nights. They can ship it to you with free delivery (for their every product).
You can also take it home by yourselves because their packaging is actually quite transportable. They use vacuum packaging to make the matress smaller, no matter the size, from single to king. When you open the plastic, the matress will automatically bounce right up to its original size. Poof, magic!
They come in these kinda boxes only. (Credit: Melissa Suraya Ismail / TRP)
So what if you don’t like the bed? What now? Don’t worry, you can just reach them, and they’ll come over to collect the bed. And no, they won’t resell the used mattresses (we’ve just got to ask). They’ll clean and donate them to those who need it. Futhermore, their return rate of the matresses is only 2%, which proves that customers really do like their products.
After they’ve collected the matress you don’t seem to fancy, they’ll also give you a full refund, provided that you’ve really tried their products for a minimum of 25 nights (because it takes 3-4 weeks for your body to adjust to a new mattress). For more info on the return, read the T&Cs here.
Sonno Original Single Matress with a mattress topper (left) and Sonno Single Lite Mattress (right). (Credit: Melissa Suraya Ismail / TRP)
Features of some of their products
Apart from the three general features of the purchase, Sonno’s also launching  their new DIY Sonno Signature Bed Frame. It’s made with 100% Malaysian natural rubberwood (no metals like screws or nails). Best part about it is that you can even assemble it yourself, with no tools like screwdrivers or allen keys needed). Your hands are truly the best tools!
Additionally, their first signature bedframe also comes with a cute slot at the side of the frame to put you devices at night. You don’t need to put your phones under your pillow or on your beside table anymore. They’ve created a sweet little spot especially for that.
You wont have the trouble finding your misplaced phone in the morning. (Credit: Melissa Suraya Ismail / TRP)
And if you haven’t already, you might have seen the ad where they put tiers of wine glasses on the Sonno mattress and let a gymnast land on the same mattress. They even dropped a bowling ball next to the glasses and the glasses didn’t budge. All these dramatic acts are just proving that their matresses are super soft and sturdy at the same time.
These guys are really into the power nap, especially with the snuggy 9kg blanket on top of them. There’s no coming back from that. (Credit: Melissa Suraya Ismail / TRP)
This is because the Original Sonno mattress has 4 layers under it, which are an ultra-soft fabric cover (thermal comfort), a natural latex (comfort, bounce and breathability), a memory foam (pressure relief) and a support foam (for weight distribution).
The layers for the Sonno Original mattress has four layers. The first is just a thin fabric cover. (Credit: Melissa Suraya Ismail / TRP)
They also have a new Sonno Lite Mattress that’s more affordable than the original but with good quality materials too. This one has 3 layers which are the cotton top cover, memory foam and support foam.
Besides that, Sonno has plenty of other sleep products too from soft pillows and lightweight duvets to colorful bedcovers and a 9kg blanket.
They really aren’t kidding. The blanket is 9kg!(Credit: Melissa Suraya Ismail / TRP)
Sonno was founded by an Italian couple named Fabio Miceli and his wife & business partner, Margherita Mosanghini. They’re currently residing in Malaysia for around 10 years now, and started the company in 2017 here in Malaysia.
Fabio Miceli & Margherita Mosanghini.(Credit: Sonno)
Come over and try as well as experince Sonno because that’s the only way you can understand what better sleep is.We offer high quality products direct to consumers, so we can make products more affordable. Customers can basically enjoy a better sleep at an affordable price. Fabio Miceli to TRP
For more info on their products, visit their website, Facebook and Instagram.

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Study: 65% of Mâ€™sian men canâ€™t identify sexual consent correctly

The topic of sex and sexual consent is a difficult one,
especially in Malaysia.
Not only because itâ€™s mired by centuries of taboos and traditions, but it’s also a highly divisive issue amongst the many lines of division in the nation from race to religion and even economic class.

Hoping to get some semblance of clarity on this contentious topic, the Centre for Governance and Political Studies (Cent-GPS) carried out a study on over 2,000 Malaysian males called “The Question of Sex in Malaysia”.
TRP has received Part 1 of the report and the results areâ€¦ interesting.
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For one, they found that 65% of Malaysian men CANNOT correctly identify sexual consent.
For this study, the correct form of consent for sex has been identified as a verbal agreement a.k.a â€œyesâ€.
Only 34.6% of the respondents identified that sexual consent meant an explicit verbal yes.

Picture Credit: @CentGPS/Twitter

30% said that they consider â€œmutual agreementâ€ as consent for sex. The men said that consent is given if a discussion has been had or if both sides had agreed to sex, but not identifying an explicit verbal yes.
Other interesting responses to consent included body language (13.2%), romantic attachment (3.6%) aaaaand non-objection (3.7%).
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According to Cent-GPS, this meant that some men believed that sex with a girlfriend or wife is a â€œgivenâ€ if the relationship is established.
And that some cannot understand that a female partner not saying no is completely different from a female partner saying yes to sex.

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We get it, navigating through the murky waters of sexual relationships is not easy. In fact, itâ€™s very hard to define consent for sex, as many NGOs and authoritative bodies have a hard time doing it.
However, explicit verbal consent is the agreed-upon standard.
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Planned Parenthood states sexual consent is an agreement to participate in a sexual activity, where BOTH people must agree to sex â€” EVERY SINGLE TIME â€” for it to be consensual.

Picture Credit: Planned Parenthood

Without consent, sexual activity (including oral sex,
genital touching, and vaginal or anal penetration) is sexual assault or rape.
The easiest way to identify consent is by following this
analogy of giving someone a cup of tea as described by UKâ€™s Thames Valley
Police.

The University of California-Berkely also defined sexual consent through three pillars:

Knowing exactly what and how much I’m agreeing to
Expressing my intent to participate
Deciding freely and voluntarily to participate

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The results are hardly surprising as the news of a Malaysian woman lodging a police report on a man who removed the condom mid-sex (a.k.a stealthing) sadly revealed how little Malaysians understood of sexual consent and sexual assault.

Picture Credit: Alli Kirkham/Everyday Feminism

Itâ€™s important to note that the respondents included in this study are urban males between 18-30 years old in the Klang Valley area. So, the results are not an accurate representation of the entire nation.

However, it does provide some interesting and much needed insight on the Malaysian male psyche in sex-related issues.
Now that youâ€™ve seen the results of Cent-GPSâ€™s study, let us know what you think of their findings and what you think is consent for sex on our Facebook, Twitter & Instagram.


Couple Who Threatened And Force Fed Adoptive Child To Be Charged In Bangi Court Today

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A husband and wife, who were arrested in connection with the case of the abuse of a girl last Friday, will be charged at the Bandar Baru Bangi Court today (27 July).

Kajang district police chief, ACP Mohd Zaid Hassan, said the investigation paper regarding the case was referred to the Selangor Public Prosecutor’s Office and has been instructed to charge the couple, aged 28 and 30.
The Malay Mail reported that the two individuals will be charged under Section 31(1)(a) of the Child Act 2001, read together with Section 34 of the Penal Code, for jointly abusing a child causing injury.
If convicted, they face a fine not exceeding RM20,000 or imprisonment for a maximum of 10 years, or both.
A male individual who is also a Singaporean will also be charged under Section 15(1)(c) of the Immigration Act 1959/63 for overstaying.
If convicted, he could be fined not exceeding RM10,000 or imprisonment for a term not exceeding five years, or both.
Image: TRP File
Previously, a video went viral after it showed a woman threatening and hitting a girl with the end of a broomstick for not swallowing her food.
READ MORE: [Watch] Woman Who Allegedly Forced Fed And Hit Adoptive Child Arrested By Cops
The abusive acts were recorded by one of the workers in the house who proceeded to lodge a police report on 22 July.
READ MORE: [Watch] Kid Abused Indiscriminately, Man Behind Viral Video Works For The Woman
The girl turned out to be the woman’s adoptive child and had been allegedly assaulted with a hanger, a broomstick and burnt with a cigarette lighter.
The girl’s biological parents handed her over to the couple in April because they couldn’t afford to raise a daughter any longer.

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If you have extra RM5 million, you can rent Jho Lowâ€™s infamous Equanimity superyacht for a week

Want to make your Wolf of Wall Street party fantasy come true?

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Well, youâ€™re in luck because the Equanimity yacht, formerly owned by Jho Low allegedly using 1MDB-linked money is now available for rent!

Picture Credit: SCMP

But first, make sure you got US$1.25 million (~ RM5 million) to spare lahâ€¦
South China Morning Post has reported that Jho Lowâ€™s infamous superyacht is now available for rent at only US$1.25 million a week (not including fuel and extra charges).
Formerly the jewel in Jho Lowâ€™s ridiculously extravagant collection, the US$250 million superyacht now called Tranquility is moored at the French Riviera, patiently waiting to relive the wild parties of its past.
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In case you need convincing, hereâ€™s list of little luxuries you can enjoy aboard the 91.5-metre yacht:
â€œBeach clubâ€ with folding platforms at the stern and the
sides that drop down to the water

Picture Credit: Burgess/ Business Insider Malaysia

Upper deck circular jacuzzi with a clear bottom, visible
from the deck below

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Interiors decorated in bamboo, marble, gold leaf and wenge
wood from an endangered tree species

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9 suites that can accommodate up to 22 guests

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200-square foot plunge pool

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On-board gymnasium

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Massage room
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Sauna

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Spa

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Two additional Hodgdon tenders (boats)

  Picture Credit: Burgess/ Business Insider Malaysia

The yacht was seized by the Malaysian government in its investigation of 1MDB (1Malaysia Development Berhad) and then sold to a subsidiary of Genting Group at a discounted price of US$130 million, half of its purchase price.
Jho Low is still at large for financial fraud, despite a
global manhunt after he went into hiding following the change of Malaysian government
in May 2018.

Picture Credit: The Straits Times

However, we might be getting closer to capturing the fugitive believed to be the mastermind behind the 1MDB scandal. It was reported yesterday that the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) is currently negotiating with authorities of an unnamed country to bring him back to Malaysia.
While the authorities are doing what they can, you could always spend a couple of nights on the yacht to try to get into his mind. Who knows, you might get a clueâ€¦

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Angry motorcyclist smashes car windscreen with helmet because driver honked at him (UPDATED)

																		[UPDATE] The suspect has been identified as a warehouse assistant in his 30s and arrested earlier today around 3pm. Investigations are still underway as reported by Sinar Harian.
A motorcyclist flew into a rage when he got honked by a car and smashed the windscreen with his helmet.
Picture Credit: Screenshot via@999Malaysia on Twitter
In a dash cam video circulating around social media, two motorcyclists were riding and talking leisurely, but the car overtook the motorcycles and honked, things got wild.
One of the bike riders stopped in front of the car whipped his helmet at the windscreen, causing a HUGE crack.
Watch the shocking altercation in the video below:

Borak macam dekat kedai kopi atas jalanraya…bila kena hon ,marah dan pecahkan cermin kereta pengguna jalanraya yg lain..harap PDRM tangkap pembuli/samseng jalanraya pic.twitter.com/QyvISDUZs5
â€” 999 Malaysia 🇲🇾 (@999Malaysia) May 29, 2019

A second video shows the vehicles pulling over to the side of the road where the driver and the angry motorcyclist talked out of view of the camera.

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â€” 999 Malaysia 🇲🇾 (@999Malaysia) May 29, 2019

The viral video garnered plenty of reactions with many calling for the manâ€™s immediate arrest.

Seronoknya raya kat penjara 😍😍😍😍
â€” Sardine and Blueberry Salad (@fais_mohder) May 29, 2019

Okay @PDRMsia. Ada penghuni di hari raya 2019. Takpayah citer banyak. Hope di pagi raya, dia dapat pakai baju melayu😂😂😂😂😂
â€” Ustaz Hamadi (@Syed_Hamadi) May 29, 2019

Berita Harian reported that the incident which took place in Taman Bukit Serdang, near Seri Kembangan, is currently under investigation by the police.
Picture Credit: Malay Mail
The victim in the car is a 22 year old woman while the infuriated man has already been identified by the police who are currently tracking him down.

We hope that the perpetrator is caught and brought to justice soon. Meanwhile, letâ€™s be kinder to each other on the roads, yeah. Weâ€™re better than this, Malaysia!


22 Malaysian Universities Ranked Among Top 600+ In Asia

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In a recent ranking system, 22 Malaysian universities have been recognized as among the top 600+ universities in Asia.

This is a significant achievement for the country’s higher education system, highlighting the quality of education these institutions provide.
Universiti Teknologi Petronas (UTP) has been named the top university in Malaysia and the top private university in ASEAN in the Times Higher Education (THE) Asia University Rankings 2023.
UTP achieved a historic milestone by jumping 32 spots to rank 63rd, up from 95th place last year.
Breaking: 🎉 Congratulations to UTP on achieving the coveted status of being Malaysia’s #1 university as recognised by Times Higher Education Asia University Rankings for 2023! 🏆https://t.co/QSqTTMg0EY pic.twitter.com/bAesrQUn1U— UTP (@UTPOfficial) June 22, 2023
UTP’s Vice Chancellor, Professor Dr Mohamed Ibrahim Abdul Mutalib, said the achievement demonstrates UTP’s commitment to academic excellence, research and innovation, and creating an exceptional student experience.
He added that UTP remains committed to developing future leaders, driving innovation, promoting sustainability, and contributing to developing highly skilled graduates ready to make a significant impact locally and globally.

We are proud of UTP’s significant improvement in THE Asia University Rankings 2023. This achievement is a testament to the dedication and hard work of our faculty, staff, and students.
Professor Dr. Mohamed Ibrahim expressing gratitude to Petronas and partners for their continuous support that has contributed to the achievement.
As part of its global sustainability aspirations, UTP will continue to support Petronas’ transition to Net Zero Carbon Emissions (NZCE) by 2050.
The university aims to promote sustainability and create a positive impact on the environment.
UTP’s achievement in THE Asia University Rankings 2023 reflects its commitment to academic excellence and innovation.
The university’s continued efforts to develop highly skilled graduates will contribute significantly to Malaysia’s and ASEAN’s economic growth and development.
The 2023 rankings include 1,799 universities across 104 countries and regions, making them the largest and most diverse university rankings.
Malaysia’s Performance And Diversity In Asia University Rankings
According to the Times Higher Education (THE) Asia University Rankings 2023, Malaysia has 22 universities in the rankings.
Among the top universities in Malaysia are:

Universiti Teknologi Petronas
University of Malaya
Universiti Utara Malaysia
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
Universiti Putra Malaysia
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris
Universiti Sains Malaysia
Universiti Malaysia Pahang
Sunway University
Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN)

Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) is ranked the lowest among Malaysian universities that made it to the list.
It’s important to note that rankings can vary depending on the methodology used by each ranking system.
The rankings also feature universities ranked for the first time, with many of them from Asia and Europe.
The top universities in the Asia University Rankings 2023 by Times Higher Education (THE) are Tsinghua University (China), Peking University (China) and the National University of Singapore (Singapore).
Five universities from Hong Kong are on the top 100 universities in the Asia University Rankings 2023 released by the Times Higher Education, with the University of Hong Kong remaining in 4th place. pic.twitter.com/QsywA67EKZ— People's Daily – Hong Kong (@PDChinaHK) June 23, 2023

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Famous Kollywood Actor’s Presence In Ipoh Excites Fans

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There have been many instances where a Kollywood movie star is in town to shoot their movies or for special appearance. From Rajinikanth to Kamal Hassan, we are never short of big names here.
The arrival of Kollywood movie star Vijay Sethupathi in Ipoh has gotten his fans all excited as can be seen through the videos that are spreading like wildfire on social media.
Vijay Sethupathi is known as ‘Makkal Selvan’ (People’s Treasure) in the Indian cinema industry and has impressed many through his performances as a protagonist and as an antagonist in his movies.
As reported by The Star, Vijay is here for a new film shoot. The film’s prayers were done at the Ipoh Kallumalai Arulmigu Subramaniyar Temple.
Recently a video of him wearing an apron and working in a mamak stall went viral on TikTok. It was posted by @aman8774_1.
In the video we can see the people ordering Mee Goreng Mamak from him.
To that he replied by asking them, “I will only cook what I know, will you guys eat that?”
This fun conversation between the star and the fans brings a smile to those watching.
  @aman8774_1 #vijaysethupathi #makkalselvan #ipohperak #ipoh #perak ♬ original sound  – Aman8774_1
There were also many videos which show the actor taking his time to have a little chat and wave to his fans even in the middle of a shoot.
  @iammesh1 Spotted Vijay Sethupathy in Ipoh today #vijaysethupathi #vijaysethupathifan #vijaysethupathiinipoh #fyp #videoviral #viral #fypシ #trending ♬ original sound  – ajstatus97
  @talentbeat Shootingon#malaysia #vijaysethupathi #yogibabu #foryou #ipoh #support ♬ Kaathalae Kaathalae – From "96" – Govind Vasantha & Chinmayi
Also in Ipoh for the shoot are Arumuga Kumar who is the director, co-star Rukmini Vasanth and famous comedian Yogi Babu.
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[Watch] Yet ANOTHER Mall ‘Karen’ Kicked Out Of SOGO For Not Wearing Mask

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When the mask mandate was announced during the lockdown, some people find it hard to follow the SOP simply because it was a new thing to do.

It should be a fairly normal habit after trying to survive the pandemic for two years. However, there are still a few people who are still iffy about wearing masks when they’re going about their day outside the house.
Recently, a viral TikTok video showed a woman shouting at a security guard in Sogo shopping mall when she was denied entry because she wasn’t wearing a mask.
Are you working for US? I’m asking you which country are you in now? You belong to which country? You belong to Biden is it? I’m asking you, you’re under Biden is it?The woman yelled at the security guard.
She refused to back down and continued shouting at the man when they wouldn’t let her enter the shopping mall.

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Netizens lamented that there was another Karen in a Malaysian mall and wondered if she thought she could get a white privilege treatment if she spoke in English.
Others said the woman should follow the current SOP since the pandemic is still going on. Although the endemic phase starts on 1 April, the mask mandate remains.
On the other hand, a few netizens believed that the woman might be mentally ill because they have seen her walking on her own in the area.
A netizen saw her sitting and crying outside Ambank and Jalan Yap Kwan Seng so they tried to help by giving her bread and a drink.
Another person claimed that the woman is financially well-off and lives at Jalan Ampang. They also said usually there’s a man who looks after her.
If she’s truly mentally ill, hopefully, she’ll get the help and support needed so an incident like this will not happen again.

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Administrative Control Measure At Jalan Pudu Has Finally Been Lifted

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After being put under administrative control on 15 May in an effort to contain the transmission of Covid-19 in the area, the areas around Jalan Pudu has finally been reopened last night (29 May 2020).
Speaking to Bernama yesterday, Kuala Lumpur police chief Datuk Seri Mazlan Lazim, said that the police will be removing the barbed wire fencing installed along the roads.
Yes, the administrative control measures at Jalan Pudu will be over tonight as agreed in the Kuala Lumpur Crisis Management Centre meeting today, on the advice of the Health Ministry (MoH).Datuk Seri Mazlan Lazim via Bernama
He said that although the administrative control has been lifted, police and MoH officials will continue to monitor the area for new Covid-19 cases.
Jalan Pudu was put under administrative control on 15 May 2020. (Credit: The Edge Markets)
Prior to the control being lifted, Bernama visited the area yesterday to see how the residents were coping and found the area around Jalan Pudu to be peaceful and calm. Residents there were also seen wearing face masks and maintaining social distance.
It also appeared to be quite obvious that the control was going to end soon as the tents set up by authorities was seen being dismantled and removed.
After a sudden spike of Covid-19 cases in the locale, areas around Jalan Pudu was put under administrative control under the movement control order (MCO). Unlike the enhanced MCO (EMCO), residents of Jalan Pudu were still allowed to move around and get food.
However, all the residents there were required to get themselves screened by the Health Ministry so that infected individuals could be isolated and treated.

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MoH Announces Measures In Light Of Covid-19 Situation In China

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The Health Ministry (MoH) said they are always monitoring the current situation of Covid-19 worldwide, specifically based on the announcements by the World Health Organisation (WHO).

Much has been said about the high number of cases in China and Malaysians on social media have expressed concern as China is set to open its borders fully after a three-year closure due to the pandemic.
In a statement today, MoH referred to the WHO’s Covid-19 weekly report where 148,659 positive cases have been reported in China during the 50th epidemiology week (11 to 17 December 2022) with 442 deaths.
Overall, the reporting trend for Covid-19 cases in many countries are under control including Malaysia.
MoH said up to 24 December, a majority of the cases in Malaysia are the Omicron variant (66.17%), followed by Delta (32.69%), Beta (1.06%); and Alpha (0.08%).
From the cumulative Omicron variant detected, 61.6% are the sub-variant BA.5.2 and 10.8% are the sub-variant XBB.1 and three cases are the sub-variant BF.7.
There has been no sudden spike in Covid-19 cases across Malaysia.
Taking into account the high probability of imported cases, MoH is constantly increasing their readiness and response to face any possibilities, such as when Delta hit.
The ministry has announced four main strategies: increasing community, environment and lab surveillance, protecting the community with vaccination which includes high risk groups, increasing readiness and response of public health facilities and empowering the community through continuous engagement and awareness.
Apart from that, Malaysia’s status as ‘local infection area’ which should end 31 December is being extended until 30 June 2023 to ensure MoH can conduct infection prevention and control.
This extension was gazetted on 27 December through the Prevention and Control Of Infectious Diseases (Declaration of Infected Local Areas) (Extension of Operation) (No.2) Regulations 2022.
Meanwhile, to increase the detection of new variants, all influenza-like illness (ILI) and severe acute respiratory infection (SARI) that seek treatment at health facilities and have a history of travel to China in the last 14 days, or with history of contacts who have been to China in the last 14 days will be made to undergo RTK-Ag Covid-19 test and will be sent for genome sequencing if they are positive.
Surveillance at international entry points will be increased by taking samples of sewage from aircraft arriving from China.
Samples of the wastewater will be sent to the National Public Health Lab (MKAK) for PCR test and genome sequencing if Covid-19 is found.
All travellers from abroad including China will go through a fever screening. Those with fever or symptomatic or anyone who declares they have symptoms will be referred to the quarantine centre or health facility for checking. If they are suspected to have been infected, a Covid-19 test will be conducted.
MoH has also advised the people to practice a healthy and safe lifestyle to prevent from getting infected by Covid-19 or other diseases.
The public is also encouraged to practice TRIIS (Test,  Report, Isolate, Inform, Seek).
For high risk individuals, including those with comorbidities, they are encouraged to wear face masks especially in crowded areas.
Those with symptoms are advised to self test and wear masks.
MoH said it will continue to monitor infections inside and outside Malaysia as well as work closely with China, the WHO and other Asean countries to ensure prevention and control measures can continuously proceed.

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“We Revitalized An Abandoned Tea Plantation”: Cameron’s Theme Park Developers Deny Allegations Of Environmental Impact

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The theme park that is going to be built in Cameron Highlands will be a nature-based adventure park instead of a conventional one, according to ESCAPE explaining on how they plan to create ESCAPE Cameron Highlands.

READ MORE: Cameron Highlands Ski Park To Open In 2023, But Some Aren’t Looking Forward To It
The company behind the theme park – Sim Leisure Group – has reached out to TRP and explain more about the theme park and what they’re planning to do in the future.
They said that since it was announced, there has been concerns from the public in terms of the environment and its impact on the surrounding communities around the famous hill.
It is important for us to begin by saying that ESCAPE Cameron Highlands will not be the stereotypical theme park with roller coasters and mechanical rides sitting on acres of slabbed concrete but rather a nature-based adventure park.Why this is important is to highlight is because our entire purpose for the destination is to not only preserve the environment but rather revitalize an abandoned and dilapidated tea plantation into a renewed green space for families that can celebrate play in unison with nature. Sim Leisure to TRP
They also reassured that this is not simply lip service as their heritage of the ESCAPE brand ethos is built on the simplicity of outdoor adventure, preserving and restoring the environment while bringing people away from technology and back to the wonders of mother nature.
Sim Leisure also claims to have done their due diligence on the impact to the environment with an internal evaluation report, which they are willing to provide to the public to show their commitment.
The idea is for ESCAPE to reconnect people to nature through fun activities.
Not their first rodeo with misconception
They’ve mentioned ESCAPE Penang that was created almost 10 years ago also went through a similar situation – where it was to be another concrete jungle theme park that would destroy the environment.
The original land for ESCAPE Penang was never maintained.(Credit: Sim Leisure)
The land provided for ESCAPE Penang was a discarded brownfield of concrete batching plant, machinery yard, abandoned site office buildings and workers’ quarters, of the Teluk Bahang Dam construction. We have since transformed it into a green playground, re-planting over 3,000 trees at our own expense.Sim Leisure to TRP
The re-planted trees, originating from construction sites where they would have been cut down, are 50 years old on average and weigh between 15 and 42 tonnes.
The once-abandoned space was revamped with trees that envelop the theme park in Penang.(Credit: Sim Leisure)
Additionally, they also did a “tree adoption” programme which encourages land owners to contact ESCAPE Penang for transplanting unwanted trees from their lands to sites operated by ESCAPE.
ESCAPE Penang also vegetates its roofing with native grass and shrub species, serving multiple benefits: its substrate retains rain water, its drained water is cleaner from substrate filtration, cools roofing, its roofing materials have longer lifespans due to insulation against tropical heat and sunlight, sound reduction, and reduced costs to cool down buildings.Sim Leisure to TRP
They’ve mentioned that their biomimicry approach with ESCAPE Penang, such as using rainwater to seep into the ground to support groundwater recharge, using layers of natural sand, pebbles, and small rocks at least 20cm deep instead of constructing its pathways and bare surfaces with cement or asphalt.
This slows rainwater runoff, enables microorganisms in the substrates to digest any water-borne pollutants, purifying the water on its path back into the aquifer. Thanks to the biomimicry interventions, 90% of raw water utilised by ESCAPE Penang’s play pools are harvested on-site. These are just some examples of how Sim Leisure has adopted a nature-based first approach. Sim Leisure to TRP
Today, they said, ESCAPE Penang has a thriving oasis of nature that brings joy to many locals and tourists alike and they want to replicate the same philosophy to Cameron Highlands.
The ESCAPE theme park in Penang houses plenty of trees with its rides.(Credit: Sim Leisure)
Ultimately, ESCAPE Cameron Highlands will be created to assimilate with nature and not combat against it. Attractions and game-play will be developed into the natural topography while increasing the areas green footprint rather than diminishing it. Our great hope is that ESCAPE Cameron Highlands becomes recognized for its environmental preservation and excellence best showcasing the destination in its authentic and natural setting. Sim Leisure to TRP
Emulating past successes
Escape Cameron Highlands will be designed in order to become a seamless collaborator with the Cameron Highlands community with the goal of adding value to the destination and its existing culture while preserving the iconic traditions which has shaped Cameron into what it is today.
We will restore and rejuvenate the current abandoned site into a place where families can enjoy nature-based experiences. Enhance the green footprint within the area by major scale tree planting and preserving existing environmental conditions.We also hope to become a part of the Cameron ecosystem, further elevating visitors to the destination, providing local businesses with additional opportunities. We aim to provide more jobs to local Highlanders that may potentially be suffering due to the pandemic. We will volunteer to support the existing community with issues such as traffic control with the erection of carparks at the entry to the highlands so visitors can use public transport rather than park along the roadside causing traffic congestion. Sim Leisure to TRP
Ultimately, Sim Leisure hopes to add to the charm and allure that is Cameron Highlands further enhancing its national, regional and global placing in the hearts and minds of locals and tourists.
Prior to the undertaking of any greenfield project, Sim Leisure they said that the company will always undertake its own internal environmental due diligence and evaluation.
The current location was chosen due its current state – an old abandoned tea plantation that has major potential to become even greener, much like what we have achieved with ESCAPE Penang. Having said this, Sim Leisure is more than happy to provide an assessment report on its own volition to further demonstrate its commitment to the project.Sim Leisure to TRP

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Thunderstorms And Heavy Rains To Hit 5 States, Says MetMalaysia

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MetMalaysia’s forecast shows five states will be experiencing thunderstorms, heavy rains and strong winds until this afternoon.

The affected areas are:
Kedah – Langkawi, Yan, Kuala MudaPenang – Seberang Perai Utara, Seberang Perai Tengah, Seberang Perai SelatanMelakaSelangor – Klang, Kuala LangatJohor – Tangkak, Muar, Batu Pahat, Pontian, Kota Tinggi
AMARAN RIBUT PETIR. ⛈⛈⛈#ributpetirmetmalaysia#MenangBersama#LindungDiriLindungSemua#metmalaysia pic.twitter.com/xWmll9GRYv— Jabatan Meteorologi Malaysia (@metmalaysia) May 1, 2022
Kosmo reported that MetMalaysia would issue a warning if there are signs of a thunderstorm with rainfall measuring more than 20mm per hour.
Due to possible inclement weather, remember to drive home safely if you’re going back for Raya.
The following is the weather forecast during the Hari Raya period (3-4 May).
Image: MetMalaysia/ Twitter
Image: MetMalaysia/ Twitter

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Despite Being In Covid-19 Recovery Phase, MOH Still Wants Tighter Borders

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Although the country is starting to ease measures moving into the Recovery MCO (RMCO), Health Director-General Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah said Malaysia’s borders will still be tightened from time to time to ensure that infections are not brought in.
He said the Ministry of Health is closely monitoring the development of the pandemic across the globe and have paid attention to countries that have recorded an increase in the number of cases.
Besides that, Malaysians who are travelling back home will be isolated, quarantined and screened by the Ministry.
It’s one of the two steps taken by the country which has helped to stop the spread of the virus.
The other step, as Awani reported, was to isolate and treat those who are positive of the virus in the hospital.

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E-Hailing Driver Slashed By Customer Who Refused To Pay The Fare

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An e-hailing driver was injured in the neck after being stabbed with a folding knife by a teenager.

The teen had refused to pay a fare of RM400 in an incident at Jalan Kovil Hilir, Sentul, here.
Sentul District Police Chief Assistant Commissioner Beh Eng Lai said the police received a report of the incident from the 63-year-old man at 2.55 am last Wednesday.
He was quoted by Harian Metro as saying that the victim took the passenger, a 16-year-old girl in Sagil, Tangkak, Johor, who used an e-hailing application.

Upon arriving at the destination in Jalan Kovil Hilir, the victim asked the teenager to pay the agreed fare of RM400. But the teenager refused to pay because she had no money, and the victim decided to send her to the police station.Sentul District Police Chief Assistant Commissioner Beh Eng Lai elaborating on the incident.
Fearing the victim’s actions, the suspect slit the victim’s neck with a folding knife and fled. The suspect left the knife in the car, he added.
Beh said the injured victim then drove to the Sentul Police Station to ask for help before being sent to the Kuala Lumpur Hospital (HKL) for further treatment.
Police conducted an investigation and managed to arrest the suspect at a business premise in Jinjang, here, at 4.55 pm on Saturday.
Police confiscated the suspect’s mobile phone, and a check found she had no past criminal record.
The case was being investigated under Section 324 of the Penal Code.
The law carries a jail term of up to 10 years, a fine or whipping and both if convicted.
Victims Of Crime
E-hailing drivers and food delivery riders have been victims of crime now and then.
Drivers and riders say some companies are doing little to help.
They are considered independent contractors, so they don’t have sick leave, workers’ compensation, or medical insurance through the companies.
The victims are most often single drivers with belongings on the passenger seat.
Criminals tend to focus on female drivers well knowing that they are less likely to chase after them.
This is the point of view as a grab driver. I will not allow single pax to sit right behind me for my safety regardless of any gender. A lot of attack happens (rompak) on that position. Boleh kena jerut dgn setbelt dr blkg, pisau dekat leher dr blkg, with lil to no way to escape.— Nora The Explorer (@Nora_Hx) April 7, 2022
READ MORE: [Watch] Police Arrest Man Who Stabbed And Robbed E-Hailing Driver In KL After Footage Of Robbery Goes Viral
Wahai penyamun, ko nak merompak, mencuri & menyamun pergi kat orang kaya yang korup. Kata nak dapat banyak duit, rompak la orang kaya.Ko pergi kat rider grab, food panda dapat apa je🤦 dah la member tgh susah. https://t.co/VQoQi0iQB5— عبدالرشيد (@RashidShahri01) July 18, 2021

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Johor Designer Turns Your Favourite Food “Trash” Into Fashionable Handbags

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The Johor-based Wan’s creations have been spreading across the internet as food-loving Malaysians drool over her deliciously creative designs which include packaging from Hup Seng Cream Crackers, Gardenia and Massimo bread wrappers.
A compilation of her Hup Seng bag designs shared on her Wan’s Creations Facebook page on Tuesday, 16th June has already garnered over 4,000 shares and 2,000 comments at the time of writing.

The foodie fashion appears to be part of the Plastic Reborn Project in which she takes familiar plastic packaging bags that most would consider trash and transforms it into a new treasure with a little bit of creativity, time and skill.
Using the packaging that we’re familiar with, adding a bit of thought, creativity, time, and skills, we can prolong its ‘life line’. Recreating what we regard as trash into a new items; transforming keepsakes into belongings we can carry around, is how we can give new life to old items and help the environment.Wan’s Handmade on the Plastic Reborn Project, Facebook.
         View this post on Instagram            A post shared by Wan's Handmade (@wans.handmade) on Jun 11, 2020 at 9:10am PDT
Born into a family in the textile industry, the Batu Pahat lass revealed that she had always been into creative design and fashion and learned how to sew as a child.
She told Malay Mail that she graduated from Singapore’s Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts in fashion design and started her business in 2014.
         View this post on Instagram            A post shared by Wan's Handmade (@wans.handmade) on May 2, 2020 at 9:13pm PDT
In an interview with Johor Foodie, the creative designer said that she has been experimenting with creating items using plastic packaging for a while now, and even taught children how to upcycle their favourite food packages into new designs.
Suffice to say, Wan’s environmentally and appetite friendly designs has us hungry for more!
         View this post on Instagram            A post shared by Wan's Handmade (@wans.handmade) on May 24, 2020 at 7:53am PDT
Check out more of her cool creations on Wan’s Handmade Facebook (HERE) and Instagram (HERE) pages.

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What Are Those Triangular Sticky Rice Things Wrapped In Leaves?

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You may have seen zong zi (粽子) being sold at Chinese restaurants and hawker stalls and wondered what kind of food that is. It’s a pretty unique pyramid-shaped dish wrapped in leaves, much like the Malay ketupat.
In fact, it’s even similar on the inside, as zong zi, also known as bak zhang, is a savoury “dumpling” made of glutinous rice and filled with mung beans, chestnut, braised pork, shiitake mushrooms, and salted egg yolk. Fillings may vary, but the end result is a hearty, sticky, delicious meal in a wrap.
But what’s the significance behind zong zi?
It’s actually part of the Duanwu Jie, also known as the Dragon Boat Festival, celebrated on the fifth day of the fifth month of the lunar calendar. Usually this festival falls somewhere around the summer solstice.

Dragon Boat Racing is a surprisingly intensive sport. You WILL get wet.(Credit: Malay Mail)
Now you may be wondering how sticky rice dumplings and dragon boats are related, and the easy answer is death.
Specifically, it was the suicide of poet and minister Qu Yuan during the Zhou Dynasty in China that began the traditions of Duanwu Jie, according to legend.
Qu Yuan was a minister to the ancient state of Chu, during a time when they were warring with the other ancient state of Qin. Qu Yuan was well-known for being a patriot who loved his country and expressed his deep concern through poetry and literature.
Due to politics, he was exiled from Chu, and spent even more time writing poems. Upon learning that the capital of Chu was captured by Qin, he fell into a deep depression. Eventually, he committed suicide lamenting the downfall of his beloved state by wading into the Miluo River while holding a rock.
Villagers who lived in the area were fond of Qu Yuan, and raced out on their boats to find and save the poet, or at least recover his body. However, while they did not manage to actually do so, this is said to be the origin of dragon boat racing.
The villagers, undaunted, returned to the river once again. This time, they dropped sticky rice balls with filling inside, praying that the rice ball alternative would be delicious and filling for the fishes in the river so that they would not eat Qu Yuan’s body. This is said to be the origin of zong zi, the sticky rice dish.

Zong zi is commonly wrapped in a triangular pyramid shape with bamboo leaves.(Credit: TRP)
Nowadays, people just eat the sticky rice instead of throwing it into the river, and you can easily buy it during this period.
In fact, Malaysia has a special flavour of zong zi in a peranakan style called nyonya zhang, noted for its distinctive sweet flavours and tinted blue with bluepea flower extract instead of the regular sticky-savoury dark brown of regular zong zi.
While zong zi is traditionally made with pork, there are halal versions and even vegetarian versions easily available for purchase.

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Migrant Workers Are Treated Poorly In Malaysia, Why Is This Still Happening?

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Migrant workers are often the driving force behind developing countries. The progress in these countries is made possible only because there are labourers who are willing to work the jobs that citizens of the country often reject.

However, migrant workers are often treated as the bottom rungs of society and the welfare of migrant workers is constantly being overlooked. Unfortunately, they are the ones that receive the harshest blow whenever we experience a social or economic downfall.
This is especially true with migrant workers in Southeast Asia. In Malaysia alone, migrant workers experienced the hardest impacts of COVID-19 due to their poor living conditions that exacerbated the spread of this virus and threatened our nation’s ability to shake off the pandemic.
(Credit: No Revisions/Fahmi Riyadi via Unsplash)
Migrant workers powered industries that produce goods such as rubber gloves and frozen foods that soared in demand during the pandemic. One of the major COVID-19 outbreaks we’ve had in Malaysia were from factories belonging to rubber glove maker Top Glove. The government carried out raids on its dormitories only to discover overcrowded conditions that aggravated the spread of the virus.
According to the Human Resources Ministry, of Malaysia’s more than 1.5 million documented migrant workers, 91 percent live in accommodation that does not meet the country’s minimum housing standards.
The harsh reality of migrant worker accommodation
When enforcement officers from the Department of Labour Peninsular Malaysia (JTKSM) raided a hostel housing 40 migrant workers employed by a retailer in Bandar Tun Razak, Cheras, they discovered a horrifying scene of unsanitary and despicable living conditions.
The hostel was located on two floors of a three-storey shophouse. The workers slept on folded cardboard boxes and shared their space with the retailer’s stocks. The hostel was also found to have an overwhelming amount of rats and cockroaches.
Clothes hung from makeshift clothes lines and water puddles were seen everywhere due to leaky pipes. There was little to no ventilation within the space.
(Credit: Dulana Kodithuwakku/Nick van den Berg via Unsplash)
A representative of the employer claimed that they have fulfilled the necessary obligations to provide accommodation for their workers but have no time to monitor their living conditions. They also said that they left it up to the workers to solve any issues they face regarding their accommodations.
It was reported that as of December 2021, 50 percent of 37,662 employers in Malaysia had yet to obtain the Certificate of Accommodation from JTKSM, as required under the amendments to the Accommodation and Amenities Act 1990 (Act 446).
According to JTKSM Deputy Director-General of Operations, Mohd Asri Abdul Wahab, the certificate will only be issued by JTKSM if the employer or centralised accommodation provider provides housing that meets the minimum standards specified by Act 446. This includes the provision of utilities and amenities such as bathroom, toilet, bed and mattress as well as space for cooking, resting and eating.
Jonathan Low, Executive Director of STF Saujana Sdn. Bhd. commented on the reluctance of employers to ensure that their workers receive proper accommodations.
“It’s about cost saving. If an SME only has 2-3 foreign workers, would they be willing to spend RM10,000-RM 20,000 to renovate and set up accommodations? Rentals cost up to RM1,500 to RM2,000 a month.”
“They would rather buy a cabin and place it in the factory for them to stay. It’s more convenient for them. But this is not the proper way.”
Keeping humanity alive in the face of progress
Despite the surmounting reports of poor migrant welfare in Malaysia, STF Saujana’s Q Centre provides a silver lining.
(Credit: Q Centre by STF)
Q Centre is a centralised accommodation provider that aims to provide workers with safe and comfortable living environments in accordance with Act 446. Their dormitories include basic amenities as well as top-notch services such as 24-hour patrol and facial recognition for enhanced security.
The Q Centre was designed to create safe, comfortable and conducive housing for migrant workers in order to safeguard their welfare and protect their rights. The quality accommodations provided by Q Centre helps ensure that employees are in a better position to perform at their respective jobs.
(Credit: Q Centre by STF)
Put yourself in their shoes. For example, if you’re going overseas to study and you live in such improper conditions – no mattress, sleeping on paper boxes – are you able to focus and perform well?Jonathan Low, Executive Director, STF Saujana Sdn. Bhd.
With the capacity to accomodate a total of 210 tenants, the Q Centre facility located at Sungai Kapar Indah has a designated kitchen, canteen, laundry and recreational facilities to create a wholesome housing environment. They are currently housing employees from Alpine Pipe Manufacturing Sdn. Bhd.
Q Centre aims to expand their locations to normalize a higher standard of living for migrant workers. Their second facility will be located in Klang Sentral and will be able to accommodate up to 420 tenants. They are currently in the midst of discussing with a property developer to open new locations in Meru and Kapar.
Everyone deserves the right to be treated fairly. Citizens or not, foreign workers are still human beings and they contribute greatly to our country’s development. The honorable move by STF Saujana’s Q Centre to respect and uphold the rights of migrant workers should act as a blueprint for Malaysians in our treatment of foreign labourers.
To know more about STF Saujana’s Q Centre, visit their website HERE.

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Minister Urges Rich Bumiputeras To Help Upskill Poor Bumiputeras Because There’s A Lot Of Both

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Bumiputeras in the Top 20 per cent income group (T20) are urged to help upskill and reskill Bumiputeras in the Bottom 40 per cent income group (B40).

What you need to know: Professional Bumiputeras account for 52% of T20 households in Malaysia. The T20 household has an income of more than RM10,961 a month. Bumiputeras also account for 72% of the B40 group, which earns less than RM4,850 a month in household income. Bumiputeras take up a large majority of top earners and bottom earners, which shows a big disconnect in both groups by earning power.
Who said what: Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Special Functions) Datuk Seri Mohd Redzuan Yusof called on the T20 Bumiputras to help out their B40 brethren by more engagement between the two groups in a professional setting. He hopes that the T20 group can aid the B40 group by being strategic business partners or expanding their own scope to create an industry to increase employment.
Why it matters: The number of Bumiputeras in the B40 group is disproportionately larger. Malaysia’s population distribution has 67.4% Bumiputera, but 72% of that group lives in the bottom 40% income group. As such, Mohd Redzuan hopes that the T20 Bumiputeras can help those in the B40 group kickstart entrepreneurial business ventures to elevate their living conditions.
Read more:B40, M40 & T20 – The New Figures In 2020 [TRP]T20 Bumiputeras urged to assist the B40 group [Bernama]

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Batang Kali Tracker Dogs Honoured For Their Heroism

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Four tracker dogs from the Fire and Rescue Department’s K9 unit involved in the search-and-rescue operations following the Batang Kali landslide last month have been awarded the Golden Performance medal, according to Bernama,

READ MORE: [Watch] Tracker Dogs Put Their Energy And Intelligence Into Honourable Work In Batang Kali
(Credit: Bernama)
Local Government Development Minister Nga Kor Ming awarded Blake, Grouse, Pop (English Springer Spaniel) and Lady (Labrador Retriever) with medals at the ministry’s New Year’s mandate ceremony on Monday (9 January).
Here’s a video of Lady wagging her tail with pride and Blake being too nonchalant to even stand up during the award ceremony. These skilled and professional dogs are so adorable.
9 Jan- Nga Kor Ming menyampaikan Pingat ‘Golden Performance’ kepada empat ekor anjing pengesan, Unit K9 yang terlibat dalam Operasi Mencari dan Menyelamat Tragedi Tanah Runtuh Batang Kalihttps://t.co/D3kHyZpRv5Wartawan : Atiqah Ismail‘Yang sahih di Berita RTM’#RTM #BeritaRTM pic.twitter.com/V12P8TQjge— Berita RTM (@beritartm) January 9, 2023
Nga also presented certificates of appreciation to the Director of the Fire and Rescue Operations Division Datuk Nor Hisham Mohamad who represented the firefighters and K9 unit involved in the Batang Kali operations and Selangor JBPM Deputy Director Wan Md Razali Wan Ismail, representing his team.
A total of 92 victims were caught in the 16 December landslide at the Father’s Organic Farm campsite, of which only 61 survived and 31 were killed.
READ MORE: Last Victim Of Batang Kali Landslide Found, A Recap Of The 16 Dec Tragedy
Fire and Rescue Department Director-General Datuk Seri Mohammad Hamdan Wahid said the 36 dogs in their K9 unit are ‘living assets’ to ensure that firefighting and rescue operations can be carried out as efficiently as possible.
(Credit: Bernama)
He also stated that the dogs would undergo daily training in disaster management based on simulated scenarios.
“They can also detect victims of drowning at a depth between 0.9 metres and 1.82 metres underwater,” he added.
READ MORE: Remains Of Batang Kali Landslide Victim Found Hugging Beloved Dog

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Malaysia Wins First Medal At The Paralympics And It’s A Gold!

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Malaysian Paralympic powerlifter Bonnie Bunyau Gustin has just won Malaysia’s a Gold medal at the Men’s 72 kg Powerlifting finals with a best lift at 228 kg.

Emas Pertama Dari Paralympic Tokyo 2020Padu!!!! Bonnie Bunyau pic.twitter.com/RkJLAFgKLH— #TeamMALAYSIA (@AtletMalaysia) August 28, 2021
All eyes were on the 22-year-old Powerlifter earlier today as he made his Paralympics debut at the Tokyo International Forum.
He was viewed as one of the main medal contenders after breaking the world record for the men’s over 72 kg category at the 11th Fazza Dubai 2021 Para Powerlifting World Cup in the United Arab Emirates by lifting 230kg.
Bonnie also broke the Paralympics record of 227 kg set by Rasool Mohsin from Iraq in Rio 2016 when he lifted 228kg in his third attempt on the first day of the sport.

Before winning the Paralympics event, Bonnie’s 4th attempt saw him trying to lift 231 kg, one kg more than his previous record breaking, but was considered a failed attempt.
Congrats to Bonnie on his amazing feat and for winning Gold for Malaysia on his Paralympic debut!

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Motorcyclist Dies After Hitting Stationary Vehicle: Was On The Way To Visit Wife In Hospital

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A man’s wish to visit his wife who was treated at a hospital was dashed when he died in an accident.

Harian Metro reported that he was on his way to the hospital when he met a fatal accident at Kilometer 5.7 of the Butterworth-Kulim Highway (BKE) here on Thursday (6 January).
In the incident at 3.30 pm, the 39 -year-old victim died at the scene due to severe head injuries.
Seberang Perai Tengah District Police Chief, Assistant Commissioner Shafee Abd Samad, said the victim was riding a Yamaha Lagenda 110Z motorcycle.
He died after colliding with a Proton X70 sports utility vehicle (SUV) driven by a 33-year-old man. Investigations found the accident occurred when the motorcycle collided with the back of an SUV that stopped in the emergency lane.Seberang Perai Tengah District Police Chief Assistant Commissioner Shafee Abd Samad commenting on the accident
Accordingly, the driver of the SUV stopped his car for an inspection as the vehicle was said to be damaged.
However, a few minutes later, a motorcycle came from the rear which then hit the back of the SUV, causing the rider to die, said Shafee when contacted by the press.
Shafee added that the dead victim was said to be on his way to Seberang Jaya Hospital (HSJ) to visit his wife who was receiving treatment at the hospital.
According to him, the victim’s body was brought to HSJ for autopsy.
The autopsy report found that the victim died from severe head injuries. The case is being investigated under Section 41 (1) of the Road Transport Act 1987.Seberang Perai Tengah District Police Chief Assistant Commissioner Shafee Abd Samad on the incident’s investigation.

Condolences Poured In
Netizens expressed their heartfelt condolences to the victim’s family on the loss of their loved one.
At the same time, some netizens said the accident could have been avoided if the victims had used the dedicated motorcycle lane.
They highlighted that the accident happened on the emergency lane of a flyover where motorcycles are not permitted.

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5 Must-Watch Chinese New Year 2021 Ads To Bring Back Joy Into The Celebrations

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One quintessential Malaysian experience is relishing in the creative advertisements that pop up for national celebrations, and this Chinese New Year it’s no different.

While the pandemic and lockdowns mean that reunion dinner this year will be different, at least the Chinese New Year ads are just as festive and creative!
So here’s some of the best CNY 2021 ads that really got us in the feels:
Gamuda Land – Rejoice in Harmony《家睦则达》(e-Moo-ji) 🧧🥰[CNY 2021 Short Film]
Honestly, the Rejoice in Harmony《家睦则达》(e-Moo-ji) short film by Gamuda Land is probably the cutest CNY ad we’ve ever seen!
The short film tells the tale of a family running a kopitiam who are feeling the frustrations of the economic slowdown. While the topic is heavy, the humorous narration,use of adorable emojis, beautifully illustrated backgrounds and a lovely message of family support make it such a joy to watch.

Julie’s Biscuits – Operation Maybe
Though technically not a CNY ad, we definitely have to applaud the Ocean’s Eleven-style of storytelling and filmmaking shown in Julie’s Biscuit’s short film called Operation Maybe.
The hilarious comedy-action heist film centres around a long-serving biscuit factory employee who’s had enough with an indecisive boss and decides to take matters into his own hands. So he gets himself a crew of misfits and turns the company upside down in a series of comical escapades.
Definitely a fun watch for CNY!

Maxis – Little Lion
This is a touching story of a family of lion dancers adjusting to their new life as they teach their youngest the true meaning of lion dance.
Despite the hardships they face, the family still manages to incorporate their love of the dance into their chores and the “little lion” soon learns a valuable lesson in the importance of family.

Petronas – 一起 “Yi Qi”
Of course, no festive season is complete without a Petronas ad and they deliver once again with a colourful animated take on the mythical tale of dancing lions who drove away evil spirits.
This light-hearted ad beckons watchers to find a new rhythm of joy – a message all can surely resonate with.

FOREFRONT International/FOUN – A Return to Abundance
Staying at home while physical distancing honestly made the past year a creative hotbed for viral trends, especially on TikTok. So why not an uplifting CNY ad that recreates all that viral fun for the celebrations?
With an original song created by renowned local composer Deng Zhi Zhang, employees of the company lip-synced and danced along in the A Return To Abundance music video.
It’s a catchy, quirky bop so watch out! You just might end up singing and dancing along yourself!

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Man Loses RM4,600 After Clicking SMS Link, Scammers Use Barisan Nasional’s Name To Steal

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We all love free stuff from the government, especially money.

This is why scams always prey on the weaknesses of human nature.
And sure enough, people continue to become victims.
Recently, a man complained that he received a text message from the sender “GOV” on his mobile phone.
The message informed Clinton Khor, 27, that he had received special aid from the Barian Nasional government.
It said that the amount had been transferred to his Touch ’n Go e-wallet and asked him to click a link to confirm the amount received.
A screenshot of the alleged fake SMS. (Pix: WOB)
Too Late For Sorry
Khor, who shared his misfortune with World Of Buzz, ended up losing RM4,600.
After he clicked on the link, Khor was led to a Touch ’n Go e-wallet login page.
He suspected something wrong after he had keyed in his login details twice and yet couldn’t log in.
Feeling suspicious, he checked his Touch ’n Go e-wallet application and noticed several unauthorised transactions.
There were 16 transactions totalling RM4,890 that were automatically reloaded to his Touch ’n Go account through his linked credit card with a bank.
Another nine transactions totalling RM4,547 transferred his money to another bank account through DuitNow, a simple and convenient way of transferring money.
Not Giving Up
Seeing the transactions, he called the bank to cancel the transaction and refund the money.
He also called Touch ’n Go afterwards to report the scam and asked to freeze his account so that he could get his money back.
Khor claimed that Touch ’n Go rejected his request as the transactions were verified using OTP (One Time Password).
I only received 2 OTPs that day, but 16 transactions came in and nine went out. It is clear that the crooks are automatically reloading and transferring funds without any form of confirmation.Scam victim Clinton Khor disputing the explanaion by Touch ’n Go.
Khor has filed a police report, and an investigation into the bank is ongoing.
He is not blaming anyone and needs the money back for his education.
Khor even created an online petition asking financial institutions to allow users to reverse a transaction.
Once Bitten, Twice Shy
Touch ‘n Go had reminded customers to be cautious of scammers.
Please note that Touch ‘n Go will never ask for your personal and/or banking information, such as your bank account number, OTP number, PIN or password.

Users are advised to re-confirm any information related to Touch ’n Go directly with the company through its careline number 03-5022 3888 or reach out to them on official social media platforms.
Are you sure it’s a scam? I received the same SMS with a reload PIN, and also an e-mail from TnG with the same reload PIN. pic.twitter.com/r60f5p9F1P— Farah Harith (@farahharith) August 16, 2022
READ MORE: SMS Saying Money Is Credited To Your TnG eWallet Is A Scam

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[Watch] Here’s Why Mount Kinabalu Is Closed When There’s Bad, Rainy Weather

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Due to rainy weather, the summit climb route from Laban Rata to Low’s Peak Summit was closed on 17 and 18 October.

However, visitors were still allowed to climb from the Timpohon Gate to Laban Rata.
According to the Mount Kinabalu official website, the summit closure decision was determined by the authority of Sabah Parks Rangers for the safety of all climbers.
Kenapa orang tanya kalau hujan tak boleh naik Gunung Kinabalu?Kalau hujan, air deras macam ni.Sumber: IG MountKinabalu pic.twitter.com/leFGaktYJu— Kei B. 🇲🇾 / #hidupantiinjury (@KeiBasar) October 18, 2022
This is because when it rains heavily, the areas close to the summit will face gushing water akin to a huge waterfall.
The gush of water will make it dangerous and difficult for climbers to climb to the peak.
Climbers who were unexpectedly caught in the ‘waterfall’ during their climb have also urged others to heed the closure decision.
They shared videos showing the strength of the water current and how precarious it could be while climbing in moving water.
One of the climbers who climbed on 14 October mentioned that the weather can quickly change once you’re up there.

  @rogonnabalu_25 #gunung #kinabalu #kundasangsabah #erasabah #erafmsabah #pragalidng #laban #Hello2022 #FlexYourFreestyle #sabahantiktokers #sabah #ranau #Fyp ♬ bunyi asal  – gansau gansau
Masa 14.10.2022 tu sy ada kat sana. Nak turun tu pun cuak jugak sebab merata2 air terjun dari atas gunung. Syukur Tuhan jaga kami semua.🙏 pic.twitter.com/vpVOuf4qBE— 乇乙乙卂ㄒ 卂ㄥ-千尺乇ᗪㄖ  (@chicanoz) October 19, 2022
Although the closure lasted until 18 October, it’s still advisable not to climb up the peak of Mount Kinabalu during chances of inclement weather since the monsoon season is near.
Not heeding the closure warning might see a repeat of what happened to 44 hikers and three guides who decided to go hiking at Telaga Tujuh Waterfall in Langkawi and got trapped during the monsoon season.
For more information and updates, please check the official website of Mount Kinabalu, its official Facebook and Instagram.

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“Just Grow Your Own Vegetables And Chickens” Says Perak MB

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Keeping animals has become quite common in Malaysia, and listening to dogs barking and cats meowing is common in residential areas.

But what if in some situations, you hear the sound of a rooster crowing or a cow ‘mooing’?
That could come true sooner than you think if Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad is taken seriously.
Saarani has come under fire for telling the people to grow their own vegetables and livestocks to deal with rising food prices and the lack of food supply.
His reasoning is that vegetables can be grown while goats, cows, buffaloes and chickens can be raised as food sources and can be sold if the supply is in excess.
That’s why I campaign everywhere so that what we want to eat, we grow and rear ourselves so that we do not depend too much on supplies from outside.Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad on self-sustenance in the face of food shortage and rising prices.
MB Perak ini hebat. 👍Tak lama lagi, rumah kita boleh jadi kandang lembu, reban ayam, kebun sayur, kolam ikan.Bumbung boleh tanam padi… pic.twitter.com/pz01URRrFY— SimTzeTzin 沈志勤 🇲🇾 (@simtzetzin) May 31, 2022
He was speaking to reporters at a Perak Agriculture Development Corporation (SADC) Agrofest event in Taman Herba Gopeng on Tuesday.
In collaboration with the Perak State Agriculture Department, SADC will develop the Manong Agrotechnology Park Project in Kuala Kangsar on 40 hectares.
Saarani said the purpose is to strengthen food security.
SADC has also started the Perak Halal Hub project to strengthen the food security field further.
The project is also expected to provide employment opportunities and help the state government increase people’s income.
Urban Agriculture Isn’t Going Anywhere
Netizens were outraged at his suggestion given the obvious challenges unique to city environments.
They said the thought of growing food right in your own backyard its all well and good, is, until you get a whiff of that animal poop.
A stinky, noisy farm animal grazing and pooping in someone’s backyard could raise tensions in a neighbourhood.
People live in a city because they don’t want to live near a farm, and that’s the whole point.
Slaughter is also a public health concern because if animals aren’t killed properly, their meat can become contaminated.
In recent years, some city dwellers have embarked on the path of urban farming, dominated by producing vegetables.
Aside from the issue of quality of life, cost effectiveness and the lack of space are also serious challenges.

Klu kt kg ada tanah boleh la pakcik…tu pun baja, makanan, etc sume naik harga mcm tak ingat apa. Tapi walau kt kg pun, ade risikonya, ayam abah kena penyakit hari tu bnyak dah mati. Rugi. 💔 https://t.co/WyzbvJ1QCA— asz ✘ 🇵🇸 (@aszhsn) May 31, 2022
You Can Be Sued If You Raise Chickens At Home
At the same time, there are laws on urban farming and livestock, which means people could end up being fined.
In the past, local councils have raided residential homes found to be raising livestocks.
Maintaining or breeding in residential areas is a serious offense as it involves public health and hygiene.
Netizens said the authorities needs to play a bigger role in providing information to people if such activities in residential areas are allowed.

Between A Rock And A Hard Place
Saarani’s statement came in the wake of a fake news claiming that PAS deputy president Datuk Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man had told Malaysians to rear five chickens in every household.
Pas Tok Lebai Tuan Ibrahim suggested each household to rear 5 ayam, that will make ctry sufficient of ayam supply. Why didn’t this Tok Lebai proposed to slaughter some of the 72 lembu in the cabinet, that will save hundreds of thousands ringgit for rakyat! 🤔😱😁 pic.twitter.com/Z81fNalPmW— RichardLi (@richardrichli) May 30, 2022
Public dissatisfaction has skyrocketed as food prices hit their highest level with people feeling the pinch.
Meat is increasingly off the menu for many, and when prices rise, it is the poorest who pay dearest.
Dulu harga daging mahal, rakyat disuruh makan ikan. Ikan mahal, disuruh makan ayam. Skrg ayam mahal, nak suruh makan apa pulak? Kenapa rakyat mesti jatuhkan taraf hidup sendiri? Rakyat tak layak ke hidup selesa, makan benda berkhasiat?— Lipas 🏴 (@havzichiori) May 27, 2022
Makanan kucing pun naik harga apatah lagi makanan manusia 😪😪😪😪 https://t.co/58CCwrQdcm— Leeya (@hazarlia) May 31, 2022
nasi lemak biasa sekarang dah 2.50 to 3.00, dulu 1.50 je. silap hari bulan makanan rakyat marhaen pon naik harga meroket https://t.co/oTyipvHnfi— h✘n gone bad (@tyunfm) May 30, 2022
As consumers complain that everything is expensive now, they are not alone.
Business people moan that it’s getting harder to do business, as food distributors and restaurants are also feeling the pinch.
Supply chain disruptions stemming from the pandemic and Russia-Ukraine war that has hit material outputs have made the situation worse.
So much so that fast-food chain customers are complaining that the restaurants have run out of chickens.

The worst fear is that Malaysia’s food price inflation may have only just begun.
READ MORE: Hawker Gives Free Food For University Students Who Struggle To Pay For Meals

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Islamic Principles Saved M’sia From Covid-19, Says Muhyiddin

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The government’s response towards Covid-19 was based on the maqasid shariah Islamic principle to curb the spread of the virus in the country, said Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin.

Maqasid shariah is an Islamic philosophy which has 5 principles:
Religion.Life.Intellect.Descendants.Property.
Picture Credit: Islam.gov.my
In order to protect lives, which is one of the principles of maqasid shariah, the government had enforced several phases of the movement control order. As the ruling government, we have a duty to curb the spread of this dangerous virus, and that was why we enforced the MCO.Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin via Malay Mail
The MCO has restricted movement for around 4 months before it was eased with the decrease in new infections.
Although cases have been going back up, it’s reported that the possibility of a second lockdown is unlikely.
Now measures are employed in a more concentrated manner to areas with high number of cases such as Kedah and Sabah.

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New Surcharge Policy For Electricity Bills Exceeding RM708 Per Month

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Minister of Natural Resources, Environment and Climate Change Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad has announced a new surcharge policy for electricity bills exceeding RM708 monthly in Malaysia.

The surcharge will be levied from 1 July to 31 December 2023, affecting 83,000 residential customers, or 1% of residential customers.
Under the new policy, customers whose electricity consumption exceeds 1,500 kilowatt-hours (kwh) per month, or equivalent to a minimum monthly electricity tariff of RM708, will be charged a surcharge of 10 sen per kwh.
This will result in a 25% increase in monthly electricity bills for the affected customers.
Nik Nazmi stated that the new policy aims to make electricity subsidies more targeted to the intended group.
99 peratus pengguna domestik TNB tidak alami kenaikan tarif elektrik untuk ICPT tempoh Julai-Disember 2023.Video penuh di https://t.co/8M0UTbeDj0@nreccmalaysia @st_malaysia @tenaga_nasional pic.twitter.com/mwESTA6Tbp— 🇲🇾 Nik Nazmi (@niknazmi) June 23, 2023
Impact Of The Surcharge On Consumers
He also announced a reduction in surcharges for non-residential customers with medium and high electricity consumption, from 20 sen per kwh to 17 sen per kwh.
This will result in a reduction of 28% to 35% for these customers.
The surcharge policy adjustments also align with the wishes of the National Economic Action Council, according to Nik Nazmi.
When asked about the affected customers, he clarified that the 1% of affected groups belong to users with high electricity consumption and not necessarily the 20% high-income group (T20).
The new policy is expected to generate additional revenue for the government while ensuring that electricity subsidies are targeted towards those who need it most.
READ MORE: Skyrocketing Electricity Bills Leave Malaysian Family Struggling to Make Ends Meet
Public Reaction To The New Surcharge Policy
The new proposal suggests that ordinary people would still receive subsidies, but those considered wealthy would no longer be eligible.
This concept is expected to be well-received by the public, as it aims to provide relief to those struggling to pay their electricity bills while ensuring that those who can afford to pay more do so.
bil letrik naik ni dh long due. kerajaan keep on bg subsidy. kerajaan terdahulu terdahulu pun dh janji mcm2 kt TNB, termeterai / tak jeso now this concept mmg will work. potong subsidy utk yg kaya raya, rakyat biasa still dpt subsidi. nk naik hrga pun blh naik kn surcharge rate https://t.co/Q6VyDb9dEN— 🍰 Cake (@trancedisorder) June 24, 2023
In addition to cutting subsidies, the government is also considering increasing the surcharge rate to increase prices.
This move is expected to generate additional revenue for TNB and help cover the costs of providing electricity to consumers.
TNB’s net profit touches RM1bil in first quarter https://t.co/KzDzKjvP2lWhy is PH BN (Anwar and Nik Nazmi, ok fine, PKR only) wanting TNB to increase tariffs on 'rich' ppl if they got RM1b in profit?So there was a one-off cukai makmur /prosperity tax and why does TNB pay zakat?— ForABetterMY (@ForABetterMY) May 30, 2023

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Traders Offering Locals RM2,000 Monthly To Work At PJ Old Town Wet Market

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Traders at the Pasar Besar Jalan Othman or more commonly known as the PJ Old Town wet market, are offering jobs to locals with an average salary of around RM2,000 per-month.
As business owners now lack the manpower to continue operating when their usual employees – foreign and migrant workers – were rounded up by authorities during the recent Covid-19 raids, some 1000 job vacancies have opened up among the 500 stalls located at the market.
Traders are now calling on Malaysian citizens to fill in the vacancies in the obviously demanding line of work, as people working at the pasar would usually have to be on duty from as early as 3am till late in the afternoon.
Traders invites locals to work.(Credit: The Star)
We want to hire locals and we are willing to pay them more than the minimum wage… The daily wage would be between RM70 and RM80. In the past, we could not get locals to work because of the early hours and hard work involved.PJ Old Town market association Vice-President Raja Ratnam, via The Star
The traders revealed that businesses were also welcoming people with disabilities (OKU) to take on the jobs and that employees would be provided with Social Security Organisation (Socso) and Employees Provident Fund (EPF) benefits.
Reportedly, interested parties can attend the market’s walk-in interviews from Jun 1 onwards.
PJ Old Town market was recently closed after workers there tested positive for Covid-19.(Credit: Bernama/NST)
Previously, data from the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM) noted that over 600,000 Malaysians have lost their jobs due to the Covid-19 crisis, and the country’s unemployment rate had jumped to over 17%, the highest it has been in over a decade.

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Over 600,000 Malaysians Became Jobless In March Alone Due To The Pandemic


Covid-19 Cases Shoot Above 2,000 Today & KKM Is Pushing For Interstate Travel Ban To Prevent Balik Kampung Outbreak

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Malaysia’s fourth wave of Covid-19 infections is slowly but surely becoming a reality as the Health Ministry reports the number of new cases has surged past the 2k mark – the highest in 41 days.

Of the 2,148 new cases reported today (15 April), Sarawak topped the states with 512 cases, followed by Selangor (459) and Kelantan (221).
Other states with triple digit cases today are: Sabah (202), Johor (182), Kuala Lumpur (171) and Penang (134).
Pecahan kes mengikut negeri, 15 April 2021. #COVID19 pic.twitter.com/ncModh3843— KKMalaysia🇲🇾 (@KKMPutrajaya) April 15, 2021
The last time Malaysia’s daily new cases reached this height was on 5th March 2021 with 2,154 reported cases.
Malaysia Covid-19 data 2021.(Credit: Health Ministry)
KKM Pleads To Keep Interstate Ban To Prevent Balik Kampung Wave
The Health Ministry has urged the government to postpone lifting the interstate travel ban ahead of the Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebrations come May, reports The Vibes.
Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Adham Baba explained that this is due to the rising number of Covid-19 cases that are not showing any signs of stabilising.
Concerns are also mounting on the emergence of new variants of the coronavirus emerging within several communities, most notably the South African B.1.351 variant.
Yesterday (14 April), Health Director-General Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah announced that there are already 17 cases of the South African variant in Malaysia.
This particular variant is not only more transmissible but the vaccines are less effective against it, which may impact the National Covid-19 Immunisation Programme.
READ MORE: Malaysia Is Dangerously In The Path Of A 4th Wave Of The Covid-19 Pandemic

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Khairy: NSC needs to review SOP flexibility after detection of S. African Covid-19 variant in Malaysia


Most Construction Sites In Malaysia Failed To Follow SOP During CMCO

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A small majority of construction companies that have resumed operations under the Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO) are failing to comply with Covid-19 guidelines.
Senior Minister (Infrastructure) Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof revealed that only 9% of the over 200 construction sites that began working after lockdown restrictions were lifted are implementing hygiene and social distancing standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Inspections conducted by officials across the country found around 70 different sites in violation of SOPs, 2 of which were ordered to shut down while the rest were given warnings to improve.
These sites represent nearly 20% of the total number of construction operations currently in the country, while the rest are yet to open.
Under the purview of the National Security Council (NSC), the construction sector is given full liberty to resume business at 100% working capacity during the CMCO.
According to Fadillah Yusof guidelines issued to the industry involved 3 main areas; the construction site, staff quarters and accommodation, and labor transportation to and from work.
SOPs issued by the NSC included such orders as for companies to adopt strict cleanliness and social distancing within the working environment, among which includes tracking employee movement and health.
A page from the SOP provided by the NSC to the construction sector.(Credit: Facebook/NSC)
The government had also required companies to have foreign employees undergo mandatory Covid-19 screenings before they are allowed to return to work.
According to Fadillah Yusof the government will be taking strict action against companies that failed to comply with guidelines including shutting the company down and retracting their permits.
Recently the Health Ministry detected the emergence of a new Covid-19 cluster forming at construction sites in the Klang Valley.
The â€œconstruction clusterâ€ notably involved positive cases among foreign and migrant workers living in the country.

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Grab Your Popcorn, Dr Mahathir Vs Anwar Battle Continues

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The drama never seems to end, does it?

Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad has once again woken up the internet as well as the nation with a media press conference today (March 28).
He announced he is giving Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim seven days to either provide proof or withdraw what he described as defamatory allegations against him.
Dr Mahathir, who has been prime minister twice, highlighted a particular speech made by Anwar during the PKR congress earlier this month.
He claimed that Anwar had accused him of having billions in ringgit and distributing it to his family and children and had also alleged him to be a “scoundrel”.
In a snippet of the press conference shared by BFM News, Dr Mahathir was recorded saying:
Although Anwar did not mention my name, news reports published a day after he made the remarks suggested the public understood that his allegations were in reference to me. This gives a very bad impression on me, it is slander, unless he can show proof that I had billions of ringgit and channeled that money overseas and I don’t pay tax.Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad

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Dr Mahathir also said that many allegations were made in the speech, and although he has heard similar remarks which Anwar made in the past, at that time Anwar was not prime minister.
Now he is prime minister, and prime ministers have the responsibility to not simply make such accusations without any clear proof.Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad
He also noted that he has written to Anwar, asking that he retract his statement or show proof whether what he accused is correct.
If there is no reply in seven days’ time, I will take any actions which are allowed by the country’s laws.Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad

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