Remember These Munchies? Take A Stroll Down Memory Lane Of Malaysia’s Fav Childhood Snacks

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Childhood memories often bring with them a sense of nostalgia and a longing for the carefree days of our youth.

For many Malaysians, reminiscing about childhood includes the wide variety of delightful snacks that were once an integral part of their lives.
Unfortunately, the passage of time has seen some of these beloved treats fade into obscurity.
In this article, we take a trip down memory lane to explore some of the childhood snacks in Malaysia, some of which have disappeared, leaving behind fond memories and a hint of longing.

1. Paddle Pop Moo
To ice cream lovers, Paddle Pop Moo, which was introduced by Wall’s in the early 2000s, brought a new level of excitement.
The curvy vanilla and chocolate ice cream (it had a cute cow design) was always a favourite treat among Malaysian children and adults.
But where is it today? The exact reason behind the disappearance of Paddle Pop Moo ice cream in Malaysia is not widely known. However, it is likely that changes in consumer preferences and market demand played a role.
Nevertheless, while the Paddle Pop Moo ice cream may have disappeared in Malaysia, variations of it exist overseas like the Paddle Pop Moo Froot in Pakistan.
For many Malaysians, Paddle Pop Moo ice cream remains a nostalgic childhood treat that brings back fond memories of enjoying the creamy goodness of the ice cream shaped like a cute cow.

2. The Marukawa Bubble Gum
Everytime the thought of having a piece of Marukawa Bubble Gum pops into my head, the first thing I remember is my mother telling me: “All that sugar is gonna make your teeth fall.”
Marukawa was a popular brand of bubble gum known for its colourful packaging and fruity flavours.
Furthermore, it came with a small surprise – a water activated temporary tattoo!
However, its availability in Malaysia has significantly declined over the years, and it has become increasingly difficult to find, unless you look for it online.
Marukawa is a Japanese product and has been around since 1947.
The company has been selling their bubble gum products outside Japan since 1957. Guess Marukawa in Malaysia is as old as Merdeka.
Regardless of its current availability in Malaysia, Marukawa Bubble Gum remains a nostalgic snack for those who enjoyed its fruity flavours and fun packaging.

3. Chickadees
Chickadees chicken snack was a popular snack in Malaysia known for its crunchy texture and savoury chicken flavour.
Its theme song was always a bop and kids would go wild whenever it came on during an advertisement break on TV.

Chickadees was under the Twisties brand in Malaysia. Both the Chickadees and Twisties snacks were part of Australia’s Smith’s Snackfood Company, back then.
Twisties started out under the General Foods Corporation, but its brand name was owned by the Smith’s Snackfood Company.
In Malaysia, Twisties is now under Mondelez International. Prior to that, it was under Danone and later Kraft Foods.
While Chickadees is no longer available in Malaysia, it is still widely sold in Australia under Snackbrands after they purchased it in 1998.
So if you have a craving for a slice of your childhood, you can always hop on a flight to Australia.

4. Pepsi Twist and Pepsi Blue
If you’re a die hard Pepsi fan, then you sure as heck still remember Pepsi Twist and Pepsi Blue.
These two were unique flavours introduced by Pepsi in 2000 and 2002.
Back in the day, after school had ended, there would always be that one aunty selling a nice refreshing cold cup right in front of the school gate.
The blue drink always turned your tongue blue while the lemony zesty flavour from the other could quench your thirst on a hot day.
While these flavours generated initial excitement, they also faced challenges sustaining their popularity and were eventually discontinued due to factors such as changing consumer preferences and market demand.
The product’s discontinuation was not specific to Malaysia but occurred globally.
Despite that, dedicated fans have expressed their desire to see the return of Pepsi Twist, and the company has acknowledged the interest.

Hi Chad, Pepsi Twist has been discontinued. No plans for a return at this time, but we'll share your interest with the right teams.— Pepsi (@pepsi) August 20, 2019

5. Ding Dang, Tora, and Jojo
Before the modern Kinder joy surprise eggs became a thing here, Malaysians cherished their own snack-with-toy-inside: Ding Dang, Tora, and Jojo.
“Tora Datang Lagi” was its famous tagline, part of their television advertisements.
Ding Dang and Tora were produced by Kinos Malaysia, a company based in Johor.
As of 2020, Kinos Malaysia was still active on Facebook, however the page has been dormant since. Even their website www.kinos.com.my is no longer accessible.
Some shops still carry Ding Dang and Tora, such as the Childhood Shop, known for carrying items from the good old days, including Happy Family and Old Maid card games.
Ding Dang, Tora and Jojo were a source of delight, and children often eagerly anticipated the chocolate snacks and the surprise toy hidden in the box.
These three snacks-with-a-toy-inside were a favourite among Malaysian children in the 80s and 90s.
The box would always come with a toy and bite-sized chocolate balls with a creamy milk-flavoured filling and would sometimes be covered in a colourful candy coating.

6. Cadbury Bytes
Back in the day, Cadbury had some of the most unique and tastiest snacks one could ever imagine.
Cadbury Bytes, a pillow shaped chocolate filled snack, was a hit among chocolate and wafer lovers.
Unfortunately, Cadbury Bytes became increasingly rare and eventually disappeared off shelves of the Malaysian market.
According to reports, Kraft Foods, which took over Cadbury in 2011, made the decision to discontinue the snack due to a focus on higher-margin businesses.

7. Wall’s Viennetta
Now this one may spark some good news for ice cream lovers.
While Wall’s Viennetta did experience a period of unavailability in Malaysia before, it did eventually make a comeback in 2019.
The exact reasons behind the disappearance of Wall’s Viennetta ice cream from the Malaysian market and its subsequent return are not widely known.
Its return to store shelves in Malaysia in 2019 brought much delight and nostalgic memories for those who grew up enjoying this classic ice cream dessert.
Its comeback has allowed a new generation to savour this beloved treat while bringing back fond recollections for those who missed it during its period of absence.

8. Listerine Cool Mint Pocketpaks
Ever gone on a date and worried about having bad breath? Well back in the day, Listerine (yes the mouthwash brand) had us covered.
Listerine Sheets were thin, dissolvable strips that contained the powerful minty flavour of Listerine mouthwash.
They were designed to provide a convenient and on-the-go breath freshening experience.
Listerine Sheets became a popular item among kids because of their unique format and strong peppermint flavour.
The challenge of keeping the sheet in their mouth without squirming from the intense taste became a test of their “adulthood” and tolerance for strong flavours.
While it can no longer be found in physical shops, our research found that online platforms such as Shopee still carry these delectable treats.

9. Horlicks Malties
Indeed, Horlicks Malties was a popular malt snack among kids in the past.
It offered a unique flavour profile due to the blend of wheat, barley, and whey, providing a taste that was different from other sugar-laden candies.
The presence of grains in the candy gave it a distinct flavour that was reminiscent of the malted drink.
However, the availability of Horlicks Malties declined over time, and it has become increasingly challenging to find them in physical stores.
Nevertheless, thanks to the rise of online stores and e-commerce platforms, it has allowed nostalgic snack enthusiasts to source these treats through online sellers.

10. Fruit-flavoured breath spray
Saving the best for the last, does anyone remember these delectable mouth sprays that tasted like fruit juices when sprayed? I sure do!
In order to freshen our breaths after indulging in keropok lekor and nuggets, I remember my friends and I forking out 20 cents from our pockets just so we could have fresher and tastier breaths.
Almost every kid I knew would opt for the child-friendly alternative of breath spray.
Having one of these handy in our pockets also gave us a sense of maturity.
We thoroughly enjoyed spraying it onto our tongues and experiencing the delightful flavours of sweet apple or strawberry.
While it didn’t provide the minty freshness we might expect, it certainly contributed to reducing instances of bad breath among students at school.

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Study: Selfies can accurately check your blood pressure

If youâ€™ve ever kena sound for taking 5,000 selfies a day and sharing them on social media, weâ€™ve got some news to help you sound back.

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Selfies can accurately check your blood pressure!
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Actually to be more accurate, video selfies can be used to monitor blood pressure thanks to the work of researchers led by the University of Toronto in Canada.
According to the research published in “Circulation: Cardiovascular Imaging” journal by American Heart Association, transdermal optical imaging can measure someoneâ€™s blood pressure.
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How does it work?
First you need a smartphone equipped with transdermal
optical imaging software.
Then, you just take a 2-minute video selfie.

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When light falls on your face, the digital optic sensors in the smartphone can pick up the blood flow pattern on your face.
The transdermal optical imaging technology detects changes in blood flow. Thus, predicting blood pressure.
How accurate is it?
Testing it out on 1,328 people, researchers found that it
was 95% accurate!
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They measured systolic, diastolic and pulse pressure using video selfies and compared it with readings from traditional measuring devices (like that cuff that squeezes your arm every time you try to get an MC).

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Amazingly, systolic blood pressure was predicted with nearly 95% accuracy, while diastolic blood pressure and pulse pressure were at almost 96% – which meets international standards for blood pressure monitoring devices.
â€œNice, can I use it?â€
Of course, you can! (yay!) But not right now.(boo!)
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More research needs to be done with different lighting and skin tones.
Besides, the researchers themselves admit that 2-minute
video selfies are a bit too long lah. Theyâ€™re looking to cut it down to
30 seconds (which is still two insta-stories long, but oh well Â¯\_(ãƒ„)_/Â¯)

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Nonetheless, the findings are still a major breakthrough. Lead author of the research, Professor Kang Lee believes that this technology has the potential to go very far.

â€œIf future studies confirm our results and show this method can be used to measure blood pressures that are clinically high or low, we will have the option of a contactless and non-invasive method to monitor blood pressures conveniently – perhaps anytime and anywhere – for health management purposes.â€
Professor Kang Lee, University of Toronto via Sky News.
So, what you waiting for? Go ahead and take your selfie!
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PDRM Records Terengganu MB’s Statement on Alleged MCO Violation

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Regardless of whether youâ€™re a regular member of the public or an esteemed political representative, the movement control order (MCO) still applies to you.
After pictures of him seemingly disregarding the order went viral online, Terengganu Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar was seen at the Terengganu police headquarters at 4pm yesterday (19 April) to record his statement over the alleged breach of the MCO.Â
The picture of Ahmad Samsuri that went viral saw him standing with several men at Terengganu Umno Liaison Committee chairman Datuk Seri Ahmad Saidâ€™s house on 17 April.

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Speaking to Bernama, Terengganu Police chief Datuk Roslee Chik explained that Ahmad Samsuri visited the police station to record his statement in connection with the viral photograph.
Ahmad Samsuri has come to the police headquarters to record his statement and cooperate. We will investigate the case under Section 6 of the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases Act 1988.Terengganu Police chief Datuk Roslee Chik
Since then, Ahmad Said has come forward in defence of the other volunteers seen in the pictures with Ahmad Samsuri.
Punish me if I am found guilty, but not the volunteers who work hard to help deliver aid to the poor.Terengganu Umno Liaison Committee chairman Datuk Seri Ahmad Said via Bernama
He explained that Ahmad Samsuri had dropped by his house to discuss several important matters regarding the distribution of aid to the needy. During the visit, volunteers from the Kijal state constituency were there arranging donations to be handed out.
Ahmad Samsuri (left) and Ahmad Said (right) at the latter’s house on 17 April. (Credit: Twitter)
They (volunteers) were thrilled to have the opportunity to meet the Menteri Besar and started taking pictures….it was in this excitement that they forgot to observe social distancing with one another.Terengganu Umno Liaison Committee chairman Datuk Seri Ahmad Said via Bernama
Ahmad Said, who is the former Menteri Besar of Terengganu, also apologised to Malaysians over the lack of social distancing in the photos, but also urged them to avoid â€œpunishingâ€ the volunteers who had been working tirelessly to help the less fortunate.
He stressed that there was no double standard between politicians and the general public with regards to the MCO.
He added that members of the public who had been detained for making light of the MCO had no clear reason to be out, in contrast, political leaders had to be â€˜on the moveâ€™ to take care of the peopleâ€™s welfare.

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Covid-19: Virus Can Live Up To 7 Days On Outside Of Facemask

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Since the Covid-19 outbreak began, researchers have been studying how long the virus can live on a variety of surfaces. From porous surfaces such as cardboard, all the way to non-porous surfaces such as stainless steel.
This developing body of research has been used to help guide healthcare professionals on recommendations to the general public about how they can protect themselves from the pandemic.
Health authorities have clarified that Covid-19 is not an â€œairborneâ€ disease. It is a respiratory illness which spreads primarily through droplets generated when an infected person coughs or sneezes, or through droplets of saliva or discharge from the nose.
It can also be transmitted when you touch objects with the virus, and then touch your face.Â
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A new report published in The Lancet has found that the virus was still detectable on the outside of a face mask one week later.
Face masks, such as surgical masks and N95 respiratory masks, have been making headlines for their effectiveness against the disease, their high demand and subsequent outage in the last couple of weeks.
The studyâ€™s researchers explained that their findings show how important it is to properly wear and remove these masks, especially the fact that you should avoid touching the outside part of the mask.
Because you can contaminate your hands, and if you touch your eyes you could be transferring the virus to your eyes.Study researcher Malik Peiris via Business Insider
The Ministry of Health recommends wearing a mask that fully closes the nose and mouth and sits snugly across the bridge of the nose. The World Health Organisation (WHO) adds that masks should be worn once and then disposed of immediately.
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The study also found that the SARS-CoV-2 virus was more stable on smooth surfaces, but its lifespan can be impacted by factors such as temperature and humidity.
This is why health officials recommend regularly disinfecting household objects that get touched a lot, like doorknobs, light and fan switches, countertops, and phones.
For those worried about viruses sticking to groceries or other essential items from the shops, the studyâ€™s researchers advise that non-perishable items be left in their shopping bags a day before you handle them again.
That would reduce the viral titre [concentration] a lot.Study researcher Leo Poon Lit-man via Business Insider.

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We Have 12 Covid-19 Variants, What Happens When We Finish All 24 Greek Letters?

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It’s nearly two years since the Covid-19 pandemic started, and we’ve already used half of the Greek alphabets to name the different variants.

To recap, the Covid-19 variants we have known so far according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as of 1 December 2021:
Variant of Concern (VOC)
Omicron
Delta
Variant Being Monitored (VOM)
Alpha
Beta
Mu
Kappa
Eta
Theta
Gamma
Lambda
Iota
Zeta
What happens if we use up the whole Greek alphabet?
There are only 24 letters in the Greek alphabet. So, what will happen after the omega variant (the last letter in the Greek alphabet) is identified?
Although the world might not reach that point (we can only hope), it helps to know or at least sate some of our curiosity.
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According to STAT NEWS, coronavirus lead at the World Health Organization (WHO), Maria Van Kerkhove, said once they’ve used up the Greek letters, WHO will announce a new series of names to use.
While the new series of names are not made known to the general public, Reuters reported that WHO has already ruled out a few categories.
Bacteriologist Mark Pallen, who was part of the group making decisions about naming conventions, said they considered using the names of Greek gods and goddesses, plants, fruits and even lost religions.
However, those selections may pose a problem because many were already names of brands, companies or alien names.
Naming variants of concern as VOC1 and VOC2 were also scrapped. This is because the pronunciation of the acronym could sound like a swear word in English.
Historically, viruses have been named after locations they’re thought to emerge from, such as the Ebola virus, named after a Congolese river.
But doing so can be inaccurate, stigmatising and discriminatory. Some examples include naming the Spanish Flu pandemic of 1918, whose origins are unknown and when Donald Trump called the Covid-19 coronavirus the Chinese virus or Kung Flu.
In the same vein, the Greek letters Nu and Xi weren’t used as well because the former can be confused with the English word ‘new’ while the latter is a common Chinese last name.
Scientific names are also ruled out because the general public might find it hard to pronounce and remember.
While they have their advantages, these scientific names can be difficult to say and recall, and are prone to misreporting.World Health Organization (WHO)
As we all know, WHO ultimately chose the Greek alphabet, which has helped so far.
What other naming conventions do you think can be used if we ever need it?

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Lady Who Exposed Down Syndrome Child’s Horrific Abuse Now Faces Lawsuit

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Earlier this week, social media was abuzz with images of Bella, a child with Down Syndrome, who had suffered abuse at the hands of her caretakers. In these pictures, she was seen with serious injuries all over her face and body.

Now, the lady who exposed these images has been slapped with a Letter of Demand by Bella’s caretakers and owner of Rumah Bonda, Siti Bainun Ahd Razali.
Zurianty Sudin, a well-known philanthropist who volunteers in various charities and offers help to the needy, was the person who found and took photo evidence of Bella at Rumah Bonda.
Later on, she was the one who made the police report and publicised the images of Bella’s injuries to raise awareness of the abuse.
Good deeds go punished

While #JusticeForBella trended and shocked Malaysians, Zurianty and another charity worker Mona Din found themselves facing a lawsuit from Siti Bainun for rescuing Bella from Rumah Bonda.
At the behest of their lawyer, Zurianty and Mona Din will be giving their full cooperation to the police as they continue their investigations.
A child, saved
After being taken away from Rumah Bonda, Bella was brought to Hospital Kuala Lumpur for treatment. She ended up testing positive for Covid-19 as well.
Zurianty suspects that her Covid-19 case was never reported to the Health Ministry because her injuries were too severe to be hidden, which would have certainly raised questions if healthcare personnel had seen it.
However, despite her harrowing ordeal, Bella is recovering well in the hospital from both her injuries as well as Covid-19.

Additionally, the welfare home that Bella was housed in was later found to not have been registered with the Social Welfare Department (JKM). It has since ceased operations, with the remaining children offered a choice to return to their original families or to another welfare home.
READ MORE: JKM Shuts Down Welfare Home After Child Abuse Allegations Surface

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Langkawi Is Opening Up For Local Tourists Soon, But Should You Be Excited?

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One of the industries greatly hit by the pandemic would undoubtedly be the tourism sector. However, respite is on the way!

In a statement made yesterday (2 September 2021), Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob has said Malaysia plans to reopen Langkawi Island under the “travel bubble” program based on certain conditions.
The popular tourist destination was chosen as a pilot project to reopen to local tourists beginning 16 September 2021.
Other tourist destinations will be allowed to operate when the locality’s vaccination rate reaches 80%.
Following Phuket’s ‘sandbox’ scheme
Despite daily cases remaining high, Malaysia plans to mirror Thailand’s tourism-reopening plan based on a pilot project in holiday favourite destination Phuket.
The programme allows vaccinated tourists to roam selected areas where sufficient numbers of residents have been inoculated and strict protocols implemented.
Since The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) launched the project on 1 July, of the 26,400 foreigners who have visited the island, only 0.3% or 83 people have tested positive for Covid-19.
Learning to live with the virus
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In a press conference on 1 September, the newly installed Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin said steps are being taken by the government to prepare a set of new standard operating procedures (SOP) to guide the public on living with Covid-19 as the virus becomes endemic.
He stressed how transitioning towards treating Covid-19 as endemic is an approach that has to be adopted by the whole of society in maintaining the SOPs.
But will we be getting the full “holiday experience” despite strict SOP?
(Credit: @thelangkawiphotographer via Naturally Langkawi / Facebook)
Apart from its beautiful, natural scenery, the holiday experience in Langkawi is also about its beaches, marine life, museums, and duty-free shopping just to name a few.
TRP reached out to the official tourism board of Langkawi to find out if holidaymakers will still be getting the same kind of experience they used to before and they have responded to say:
Yes, so far the vaccinated tourists could do most of the things except for bar, night club & can’t travel in MICE group.Official Langkawi Tourism Facebook to TRP

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Uncaged: Malaysian Bird Keeper Tells Us Why He Lets His Birds Fly Away

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“It’s a feeling that’s hard to describe. Watching them fly happily,” said 30-year-old Syimir Ahmad Safawi when expressing the affection he has for his pet birds and the wondrous world of ‘free-fly’ parrot training.

Sharing his Shah Alam apartment with more than a few feathery friends, Syimir’s interest in bird keeping began during his primary school days, where he would explore his surroundings in search of different creatures and critters.
“I have loved animals, especially birds, since I was a little kid. Every bird that I can catch I will take back home to my parents,” he said, reliving how his childhood curiosity had sparked his future pursuits.
Later as an adult (with a disposable income), Syimir made the leap towards becoming a seasoned bird enthusiast when he impulsively bought his first pet parrot – a teeny-tiny Peached-faced Lovebird he took to calling ‘Picit’.
Unfortunately, Syimir had lost all photos of Picit. So here are two other cute ones for reference.(Isaac Benhesed/Unsplash)
I found a juvenile parrot on sale and when I came closer to it, I was surprised that the bird was very tame. It immediately got my attention and I decided to buy the bird. In Malay we called it Picit which in English means squeeze. Because it’s very small and cute, it feels like you want to squeeze it.Syimir Ahmad Safawi
Like most parrot keepers, Syimir had fallen in love with the bird’s beauty and personality. Being highly intelligent creatures, Syimir went on to explain that parrots can be the most loyal of companions and can express fierce affection during interactions with owners.
Most people know that parrots can talk back to us, you can see it’s like two-way communication, but it’s mostly just mimicking. Parrots have a very intelligent brain, they’re very clever and some people say that they have the mind of a 5-year-old kid. They have their own thinking, their own personality, their own character. Every bird is very different.Syimir Ahmad Safawi
Flying free
Having kept a variety of different parrot species since 2012, Syimir is among the founding members of the Free Fly Parrot Malaysia Community (FFPMC), a community whose passion is to give pet birds a chance to fly freely in the sky – just as nature intended.
The term free-fly, in the bird community, describes the action of training a pet bird to fly freely outdoors. This means that instead of just having birds confined to a cage, free-fly enthusiasts regularly uncage their pets, allowing them to soar high and free in wide-open spaces, before coming home to roost.
Syimir and his flock of free-fly hobbyists sending their parrots off to the sky.(Credit: Hisham Noh via Syimir Ahmad Safawi)
“This is like bringing out your dog for a walk, except, parrots fly!” Syimir exclaimed, saying that a bird needs just as much physical and mental reinforcement as us humans do.
The aim is to get the birds healthy both physically and mentally. Just like us, they need their exercise. We need to spend time engaging and interacting with them. They still live in cages, but I let them out to free-fly around the neighbourhood and when the community gets together.Syimir Ahmad Safawi
Members of the FFPMC frequently gather in order to let their birds share the skies, and seeing these majestic avian creatures glide effortlessly through the air is truly a magnificent sight to behold.
Each free-fly session can last anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour as owners enthusiastically launch their birds into the air, then call them to return and perch on their arms.
A flock of Macaws in flight.(Credit: Hisham Noh via Syimir Ahmad Safawi)
However, Syimir stressed it takes more to free-flying than simply letting birds out of cages as both birds and owners need the appropriate amount of training and experience.
“You try to train them indoors first, see how they respond towards you. Once you are able to do that smoothly without hesitation from the birds, then we can transfer to outdoor training,” he said, explaining the different stages that are required before a bird can be let out to fly.
Syimir also says that it takes the right conditions in order to accomplish a safe and successful free-fly, and owners must be attuned to their birds’ natural instincts.
We usually fly the birds early in the morning because during that time birds are more responsive compared to other times. Noon is usually dangerous because predators start searching for prey. In the evenings, the wind may be too strong and also maybe late evenings. Late evenings are usually roosting time for birds.Syimir Ahmad Safawi
As a seasoned free-fly trainer himself, Syimir continued by explaining that it is also much safer to free-fly in large groups – to avoid birds being disoriented, injured or getting lost.
They have their own common sense, or nature to guide them to flock together. Some birds become followers, some birds become leaders. So the lead (bird) will lead the birds to come back to us.Syimir Ahmad Safawi
Having lost a few birds over the years while free flying, Syimir says that the lifestyle might not be suited for everyone.
We as parrot owner want to give the best life for them, they are born to fly hence we cannot take that ability and freedom away. But to have this opportunity and this kind of lifestyle we need to have the knowledge on how to handle and train them. Free fly is for all birds but not for all parrot owners.Syimir Ahmad Safawi
However, the bird lover still encouraged anyone who would like to pick up on the hobby to do so with the right amount of knowledge.
For beginners, we have experienced people who can guide and train them to free-fly safely.Syimir Ahmad Safawi
The bird-man himself.(Credit: Hisham Noh via Syimir Ahmad Safawi)
Clipped wings
As the Covid-19 pandemic brought movement restrictions across the country, Symir reveals how difficult it has been for him and other free-fly bird keepers to continue with their aerial lifestyle.
There’s good and bad. Most parrot owners are happy because they can work from home and spend time with their bids, but the cons are that it’s difficult for us (as a community) to gather. We love to see birds flock together.Syimir Ahmad Safawi
He added that for some bird keepers, the movement control order (MCO) has made it difficult to find a safe open space to let their birds out.
Next to my house is an open space, so I don’t have a problem. But some of my friends and clients (who live in the city) don’t have the opportunity.Syimir Ahmad Safawi
(Credit: Hisham Noh via Syimir Ahmad Safawi)
Syimir however remains hopeful that the community would persist and grow, despite the challenges they faced during this trying time.
Actually, a lot of people have gained an interest in bird keeping since the pandemic. Not that many children but women, yes.”Syimir Ahmad Safawi
Feel free to check out the Parrot Recall Project on Facebook for more details on the free-flying lifestyle, or connect with Syimir on social media for tips and tricks to get yourself started in bird keeping.

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Covid-19: New Cluster Involving Foreigners Detected At Immigration Dept Custody Depot In Bukit Jalil

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A new Covid-19 cluster has been detected at the Immigration Department’s custody depot in Bukit Jalil. The 35 new positive cases involve non-Malaysians, including 17 Myanmar citizens, 15 Indian nationals, one Sri Lankan, one Bangladeshi and one Egyptian.
While the source of the infection is still being investigated, the ministry has provided health services at all custody depots and steps have since been taken to control and prevent further spread of the infection at the affected depot, including decontamination works, health education on self-cleanliness and social distancing.
Health director-general Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah told the press during his daily Covid-19 briefing on 21 May 2020 that the ministry had collected samples from 645 people. Aside from the 35 positive cases, 400 individuals tested negative and 210 individuals are still waiting for their results.
On top of this, the ministry has also provided treatment for light ailments, early medical emergencies and examination of pregnant women, babies, and children at the depot, including giving immunisations.
Immigration Custody Depot in Bukit Jalil. (Credit: Reuters)
Meanwhile, any cases that required emergency treatment, such as expectant mothers, will be referred to the nearest public hospital. And all these services were given for free.
To fully detect any Covid-19 cases, the ministry via the respective district health departments will continue with a targeted approach, which includes investigating, close contact tracing, and risk assessment by the relevant authorities.Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah
Dr Noor Hisham explained that symptomatic screening and sample collection will also be carried out to detect active cases. Any individuals that test positive will be isolated and treated in hospitals, while their close contacts will be monitored as per the Prevention and Control of Infection Diseases Act 1988.
He added that the ministry will continue to cooperate with the Immigration Department, the police and other relevant authorities to manage Covid-19 cases in custody depots.

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Kampung Baru Residents Unhappy About Developer’s Low-Ball Offer To Vacate Their Homes

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The compensation of RM200,000 to RM250,000 given to Flat Sungai Baru residents to vacate their homes caused a stir among residents in Kampung Sungai Baru, Kampung Baru who feel that the amount given is too low.

Based on reports from Sinar Harian, residents were disgruntled with the amount and wanted the government to intervene on the issue.
Some of the residents feel that this puts them in a difficult spot as it’s almost impossible to find a house worth RM250,000 in Kuala Lumpur.
Recently, a video was posted by Malaysia Gazette which showed several homeowners gathered in protest.
Sebahagian penduduk berkumpul untuk menyatakan rasa tidak puas selepas mereka diminta berpindah dan diberikan nilai pampasan yang rendah membabitkan kawasan flat dan rumah teres di Kampung Sungai Baru, Kampung Baru. pic.twitter.com/JufLKOGld5— Malaysia Gazette (@MalaysiaGazette) December 4, 2021
70% apparently agreed
The planned redevelopment involves residents relocated to two types of housing, Selangor State Development Corporation (PKNS) flats and houses on private land.
Reports say that up to 70% of the owners in the area allegedly agreed to the redevelopment of the area and have given their signatures.
Last August, some residents who did not sign received a notice of investigation under Form F, Land Acquisition Act 1960 who were asked to appear in turn on 23 to 26 August to be taken assessment evidence by the Land and Mines Office.
Some feel uneasy with the deal
A few of the residents who were interviewed felt that it’s close to impossible to find a home in Kuala Lumpur with the RM250,000 compensation and some argued that it’s difficult for them to restart their lives due to their age.
There are also those living in nearby residential areas who feel that their houses will be undervalued in the future, similar to what the owners in the PKNS flat are getting.
The Chairman of the Kampung Sungai Baru Community Association, Syed Salehuddin Syed Abdullah meanwhile, mentioned to Harian Metro that some were skeptical towards the deal as it might not favour the residents.
As many as 30% of residents who rejected the developer’s offer five years ago as they feel that the deal was allegedly biased. The developers came to bargain to move elsewhere, but their deal was biased and there was no black and white. If the company goes bankrupt, we can’t do anything.Chairman of the Kampung Sungai Baru Community Association, Syed Salehuddin Syed Abdullah

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You Can Walk-In To Renew Your Road Tax And Driving License At JPJ And Pos Malaysia Starting Tomorrow

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Have your Motor Vehicle Licenses (LKM) or Malaysian Driving Licenses (LMM) expired? Chances are it has. We haven’t had the need or means to renew our road tax and driver’s licence since the pandemic hit last year.

If you still want to check, your road tax expiry date is printed on that sticker on your car window and your driver’s licence will expire on your birthday.
Just before the weekend, Transport Minister Datuk Seri Wee Ka Siong announced the extension for expired Motor Vehicle Licenses (LKM) and Malaysian Driving Licenses (LMM) until 31 December 2021.
He also mentioned that the Road Transport Department (JPJ) service counters will be running at 100% capacity and walk-ins will be allowed starting Monday, 6 September.
READ MORE: Renewal For Expired Driver, Motor Vehicle Licenses Now Extended To 31 December, Says Transport Ministry
Over the weekend, Pos Malaysia followed suit and announced that the public would also renew their road tax or driving licences by just walking into any Pos Malaysia branches nationwide.
Although the online appointment system will no longer be in use, there are a few caveats. You have to be fully vaccinated and have a low-risk status to walk into a JPJ office or Pos Malaysia branch to renew your driving license and road tax.
But There Is A Better Way
Did you know that you could renew your driving license and road tax online? Of course, you do.
You can do so at pos.com.my and myeg.com.my.
Although you will not get the card or car sticker immediately, and it will cost a bit more for postage, it might be worth it just to avoid the crowd and the long queue.
Whichever method you choose, remember, the extension only lasts until the end of this year. The JPJ and PDRM will not accept excuses after that.

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Malaysians Are Sharing Horrifying Experiences With Sexual Abuse At School, Hear Their Stories Here

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An online movement is providing a safer space for students and ex-students to come forward with experiences of sexual harassment and assault they’ve lived through or encountered in Malaysian schools

The SaveTheSchoolsMY (STC) project, on Instagram, took off in the wake of public outcry to #MakeSchoolASaferPlace and addressing the bigger problem of rape culture and sexual harassment in our society.
READ MORE: Malaysian Teachers Show Support For Ain, Change Lesson Plans To Talk About Sexual Harassment
With over 200 anonymous confessions posted publicly on the page, @Savetheschoolsmy provides direct first-hand accounts from boys and girls as well as the men and women who’ve survived sexual abuse during their time in kindergarten, all the way up to university.
I am NOT proud to inform that 200 TRUE stories from former and current victims of sexual harassment, rape culture and abuse experience are now up and running at https://t.co/FI5HPNbH4t I have 200++ stories to upload still. It’s crucial to #MakeSchoolASaferPlace pic.twitter.com/tlmZ6vvC7k— Puteri N. Balqis (@ayyputeri) May 9, 2021
STC’s founder, 26-year-old Media Executive Puteri Nuraaina Balqis revealed how crucial the project was given the horrible things that are and have been taking place in our schools and the overall dismissal of the topic by uncompromising Malaysians.
Maybe if people can learn more real-time stories about the horrible culture, then more people will believe in the cause and resonate in solidarity. Approximately 30% to 40% of the stories took place in primary schools, Kafa (Islamic) classes and even kindergartens.Puteri Nuraaina via Malay Mail
She also told that more and more men have come forward with stories of sexual assaults and how these experiences have affected their lives.
Since the project began in April, STC has amassed a collection of some 600 stories from denizens across the country.
These stories as mentioned are available for public view on STC’s Instagram page – which included harrowing tales – ranging from the ones that’ll make you feel uncomfortable, to the sickening ones that have left people scarred.
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If you or anyone you know would like to share your own experiences with sexual harassment or assault, you may do so anonymously (HERE) via filling in a simple Google Form hosted by STC.
(STC/Google)
Also tune in for live confession reading
In hopes of shining more light on the issue, a live streamed reading of confessions made by Malaysians on STC will be made available on Facebook on Tuesday (18 May) at 8.30pm.
The stories will be read by prominent figures, activists and celebrities such as Datin Paduka Marina Mahathir, Ivy Nallammah Josiah, Daiyan Trisha, Nalisa Alia Amin and Alicia Amin.
Head on over to the Projek Wawasan Rakyat Facebook page for more details.

READ MORE: Teachers Are Sexually Harassing, Abusing & Bullying Students & It’s Not Okay

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Young Datuk Seri Who Went Viral For Beating Up RELA Guards Wanted Again By PDRM For Money Laundering

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Datuk Seri Nicky Liow Soon Hee is now a wanted man for illegal activities linked to money-laundering. Liow, 33, is the founder of Winner Dynasty Group, and is believed to hold great influence in high places including officials from enforcement agencies.

Johor police chief Datuk Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay stated that his team conducted a raid in Puchong yesterday, which led to the arrest of 12 individuals who are believed to be part of the syndicate led by Liow.
However, Liow has now gone into hiding, although the police believe he is still in Selangor.
Liow is under scrutiny after two investigation papers were opened under the Anti-Money Laundering Act 2001 and the Security Offense (Special Measures) Act 2012.
Liow is no stranger to being investigated by the police.(Credit: Facebook)
A violent history
Liow has once made headlines before for physically assaulting 3 People’s Volunteer Corps (RELA) members back in 2017.
At that time, the three RELA members had asked him to move his Toyota Vellfire near Kau Ong Yah Temple in Ampang as it was obstructing traffic.
Not only did Liow refuse to do so, he physically assaulted the trio- at the time aged 19, 21, and 27- leading to the volunteers suffering from bruises, swelling in the eye, being kicked, and being hit on the back of the head.
The three RELA members were physically assaulted but received commendations.(Credit: The Sun)
The three lodged a police report over the abuse and an investigation was opened against Liow for causing hurt and obstructing public servants from discharging their duties under Section 324 and Section 186 of the Penal Code.
He showed up at the Ampang Jaya police headquarters in a Bently and was subsequently remanded for 4 days.
(Credit: The Star)
Later on, it was alleged that he had offered each of the three RELA members RM10,000 each to drop the case but they had refused the offer.
The three RELA members later received commendations for their patience and professionalism despite being threatened and assaulted.

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Most Industries To Reopen On 4 May

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The government has announced that starting 4 May, almost all sectors of the economy and business activities will be allowed to operate again but will be subject to the terms and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) set by authorities.
Malaysia has started to ease restrictions on the Movement Control Order (MCO) since it began on 18 March after consistently recording less than 100 cases per day.
Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin said certain categories of industry will not be allowed to operate yet as these business or activities involve social gatherings where body contact is possible, making it difficult to maintain social distancing.
These include movie theaters, karaoke centers, reflexology centers, entertainment centers, nightclubs, theme parks, Ramadan bazaars, Aidilfitri bazaars, carnival sales and all forms of conferences and exhibitions.
Also, sporting activities that involve the gathering of crowds, body contact and other risks of infection are also not allowed.
This includes football, rugby, swimming and all indoor and stadium events.
Outdoor sports activities that do not involve body touch and mass assembly are allowed. So, siblings can play badminton or tennis outside without the audience.
Jogging, biking, golf and small group rides are also allowed provided social distancing is observed and body contact is kept at a minimum.
Social, civic and cultural events involving public gatherings such as feasts, open houses, public breakfasts, concerts, cultural performances, government and private department monthly assemblies and all forms of opening ceremonies and assemblies are also not allowed.
While religious activities such as religious parades, Friday prayers and all other congregation or assembly activities at mosques, prayer rooms and houses of worship are also not permitted.
As for interstate travel, Malaysians are still not permitted to do so except for the purpose of attending work and returning home after being stranded in the village or elsewhere.
Cross-country trips back to the village during the Aidilfitri holidays are not allowed.  As of now, all schools, colleges and institutions of higher learning will still be closed until further notice while public and social sectors will be allowed to operate but is subject to the rules and regulations and SOPs set by the authorities.
You can check out the full list here.

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Three Features That Make The HONOR 50 The Best Phone For Vlogging

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So you want to start a vlog, share your adventures with the world, be an instant hit, and go viral?

But you also want to do it fast, efficiently, and without the use of cumbersome equipment?
 You’ll want to use a smartphone.
However, not all smartphones are created equal. Some are better at certain tasks compared to others. How do you choose which one to get?
Here are some must-have features to look for in your next vlogging smartphone. And if you read until the end, we will even share with you how you could buy one that will fit your budget.
Vlogging Modes & High-Resolution Cameras

Vlogging is all about sharing a moment with your audience and you can’t capture those spontaneous moments that they love if you are bogged down with menus and settings just to get the shot that you want.
At the same time, you want to be confident that your shot is perfect the first time, every time.
Because of this, look for a smartphone with video modes that fit the style of videos that you want to take.
For example, the ability to switch cameras without the need to pause the recording so you can switch perspectives on the fly, the ability to record with multiple cameras at the same time so you don’t miss a single shot, or a picture-in-picture mode for that action-reaction shot that people love.
Also, it helps if the resolution of the selfie and rear cameras are excellent.
Remember, you can use still photos in the video too. It is useful to fill in gaps or to create that smooth transition. The bigger the resolution of the camera, the more you can zoom in and get your viewer closer to the subject.
A Big Screen & High Refresh Rate Display

Don’t leave this to chance. With bigger and better screens, you got to see what you’re recording, but make sure it’s something sensible and still portable.
Consider it a bonus point if the phone is light and the display has curved sides so it is comfortable to hold for an extended period at a time.
Sure you can pair the phone with a grip, but we are going for an all-in-one vlogging solution here.
Also, a high refresh rate display and touch sampling rate may seem trivial, but don’t underestimate the confidence you’ll have working with a device that can keep up with you and is responsive to your every tap at a moment’s notice.
Fast Charging & A Big Battery

They say that the best camera is the one that you have on hand at the moment. However, what they don’t say is if the battery is dead or doesn’t last as long as you need it to, you’re better off not carrying it with you in the first place.
For a vlogger, battery life is important. Recording videos, uploading media, and especially streaming videos drain the battery, fast.
At the same time, you don’t want to be tethered to an unsightly and bulky power bank.
What you do want is a device with a large battery that you can charge in a short amount of time.
A large battery will let you record or stream all you want for the day, and fast charging makes sure you can top up to the max while you’re grabbing a bite, ready to go back to making those videos by the time you finish your lunch break.
The Best Vlogging Phone With The Best Deal

Still, spoilt for choice? Try this: The best vlogging phone – the HONOR 50.
Equipped with the six Multi-Video recording modes in a 108MP Ultra-clear camera, the HONOR 50 gives creativity a fun way to play.
Weighing only 175g, the HONOR 50 is definitely a “lighter” choice, and with the 66W HONOR SuperCharge, which can juice the device up to 70% battery life in just 20 minutes.
The new HONOR 50 is now available with Digi Postpaid Plan Phone Freedom365. Grab the best monthly payment deal from RM 36 a month with Digi Postpaid 120. With zero upfront payment & a 0% interest rate, fans can now enjoy total savings up to RM1,135*.
Device Promo Price available before 24 November 2021, don’t miss it out!
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HONOR 50 comes in 8GB RAM +256GB Storage, there are 3 colours of your choice, which are Frost Crystal, Emerald Green, and Midnight Black. For more details, please visit Digi stores nearby or log in to https://store.digi.com.my/shop/phones/phonefreedom365/honor/honor-50.
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Snap Polls Or Vote Of No Confidence? Here’s The Deal

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Camps on both sides of the political divide are calling for snap elections with the realisation that the Perikatan Nasional government only has a slim majority in Parliament.
Who’s calling for what?
On the BN side, UMNO deputy president Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan has called for elections to be held as soon as possible, arguing that a government needs a fresh mandate from the people to ensure political stability.
UMNO deputy president Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasa (Pic credit Yusof Mat Isa via Malay Mail)
PAS have also renewed their call for a General Election (GE), although the party started calling for a GE just 5 months after the last one.
There are even voices, though more measured, within the government as Senior Minister (Defence) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob has said that PN should be given a chance to serve or else everyone should head to the polls.
Science, Technology & Innovation Minister Khairy Jamaluddin on the other hand suggested that the election should be held early next year, in order to stabilise the economy.

Senior Minister (Defence) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob (Pic credit Firdaus Latif via Malay Mail)
Science, Technology & Innovation Minister Khairy Jamaluddin(Pic credit Mukhriz Hazim via Malay Mail

On the opposition side, PKR has said it would prepare to face elections instead of supporting a vote of no confidence in Parliament.
This is after other PH component parties, DAP and AMANAH, said they would support Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad as their Prime Minister candidate over PKR president Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Snap Elections seem popular, but…
While it can’t be denied that a fresh mandate would, with representatives on clearly drawn party lines, definitely add some credibility to a government, is now the best time for that?
In February, during the height of Malaysia’s political crisis, the Election Commission (EC) chairman Datuk Azhar Azizan Harun stated that snap polls would cost between RM750 million and RM800 million.
Election Commission chairman Datuk Azhar Azizan Harun(Pic credit Shafwan Zaidon via Malay Mail)
And that was just the financial cost before the Covid-19 pandemic became an issue. It’ll no doubt cost more, take longer, and present a very real risk to health and life now.
The EC knows this and says it is using the Chini by-election as a benchmark for a General Election that might happen soon, balancing the dangers of Covid-19 against necessary campaigning activities.
Is there another way?
The alternative is something Ismail Sabri has said he is against; a vote of no confidence which Dr Mahathir plans to table in Parliament. If Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin wins, he keeps his hands on the controls.
Buf if Muhyiddin loses, then it might become a free-for-all. With PH split between Anwar and Dr Mahathir, the result might side again with PN which has shown before that it can capitalise on that very split.
PKR president Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad(Pic credit Azneal Ishak via Malay Mail)
Who PN might vote in is anybody’s guess. That Muhyiddin came out on top was already an unexpected result the first time.
But that time also showed that a government formed on the vote of MPs alone is still built on shaky ground.
If you got this far, you were probably hoping for an ending. Sorry, but there’s no ending. Like Malaysia’s current political crisis, it is left hanging.

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Heavier Penalty For Parents Who Leave Children In Cars

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The government is taking preventive and advocacy intervention measures to address cases of accidental deaths of children left behind in cars.

What you need to know: Since 2018, six children have died when they were left behind in vehicles and forgotten. There were 2 cases each in 2018, 2019, and 2020. As such, the punishment for doing so has been increased to a maximum imprisonment of 20 years from 10 years, with a fine increase to RM50,000 from RM20,000. The parents and guardians affected will also be provided with counselling.
Who said what: Deputy Women, Family, and Community Development Minister Datuk Siti Zailah Mohd Yusoff noted that majority of the victims were forgotten in vehicles while their parents went to work or attended meetings. Additionally, she noted that babies should not be placed in the seat behind the driver because it is a blind spot. Instead, use reminders such as the child’s bag in the passenger seat and continuously check for children before leaving the car.
Why it matters: Though the number of deaths are small, it is still tragic because of how entirely preventable these deaths are. Hence, the heavier punishment might work as a preventive measure for parents to always check for their kids in the car.

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TGV Says Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Approved For Release In Malaysia

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TGV Cinemas recently announced that Marvel Studio’s upcoming film Black Panther: Wakanda Forever is approved for release in Malaysia. Yes, it’s not banned and we can watch it in cinemas!

This is good news for Malaysian Marvel fans because previously, Lightyear and Thor: Love and Thunder did not get a Malaysian release.

Despite not being shown in local cinemas, both films were available to watch on Disney Plus Hotstar a few months after their international theatrical release.
READ MORE: “We Didn’t Ban ‘Lightyear’, It Was The Distributor” Says Censorship Board On The Movie Not Showing In Cinemas
READ MORE: Disney Announces That Thor: Love And Thunder Won’t Be Showing In Malaysia
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, the final film in Phase Four of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, is set to be released on 11 November in the United States.
TGV said more details will be announced soon regarding the film’s release in Malaysia while GSC said viewers can get their tickets on Friday.

What’s the Black Panther sequel about?
With the death of Chadwick Boseman, who played the titular character King T’Challa, in 2020, the story and direction of the sequel had to be adjusted.
Marvel ultimately chose not to recast the role of T’Challa and decided to honour Boseman’s legacy of playing the iconic role.
Based on the information Marvel released so far, the events in the sequel will be stemmed from King T’Challa’s death.
Letitia Wright as Shuri in Marvel Studios’ Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. Photo courtesy of Marvel Studios. © 2022 MARVEL.
The leaders in the kingdom of Wakanda have to fight as one again when a new threat emerges from the hidden undersea nation of Talokan, led by King Namor (played by Tenoch Huerta).
The second instalment also introduces new characters such as Riri Williams/ Ironheart (played by Dominique Thorne), Namor’s cousin Namora (Mabel Cadena), and Talokan warrior Attuma (Alex Livinalli).
The other main cast members from the first film will reprise their roles in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever as well.
READ MORE: Marvel Studios Reveals Phase 5 Complete Lineup, First Phase 6 Details Revealed

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Weird Tom Yum Coke Recipe Goes Viral On TikTok, So We Decided To Try It Out

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Whatever food trend that’s peculiar, they often tend to go viral. What’s weird in one culture might be normal in another.

Recently, a TikToker uploaded a video of him preparing a drink called ‘Tom Yam Coke Starbucks’. The drink is not from Starbucks, mind you, he just used that name because he’s using a Starbucks cup.
But the drink? It’s a drink of Tom Yum herbs with your ordinary coca-cola. Much like a fusion of America and Thailand. Sort of.

https://www.tiktok.com/@aniis_ismail/video/7036964150551088410?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id6955937242193053185

He has other viral food recipes but this one is truly peculiar. The video garnered 1.2M views, 90k likes and around 1.3k comments.
He gave a simple review saying that it was refreshing and shared the ingredients for his followers to try it out.

Netizens were shocked by the spices that he added to the cold drink. Most of them were also skeptical as they thought that it’s a very weird combination.
“What the- nevermind,” one commenter is definitely done with the weirdness of the drink.

“Americans watching this: Appalled and angry emojis” replied one person, as he jokes that this is a disgrace to the American’s Coca-Cola.

“Apologise now now now now,” commented another, as if this recipe is definitely wrong and unacceptable.

“Dude, this for real???,” asked one person, in disbelief.

What’s interesting about this is that the drink is seriously good (that’s what he said).
“Why does it look like it’s good?”
“You have to try it, it is seriously good.”

Is it though? Let’s find out.
It Looks Fairly Easy
The ingredients here are not much. Hey, if you have extras, you could whip up a Tom Yum meal afterwards. Without the coke, of course.
Credit: Melissa Suraya / TRP
Ingredients
2 stems of Lemongrass (1 chopped, 1 for stirring)2 slices of Red Onion 2-3 pieces of Birds Eye’s Chilli1-2 cloves of Garlic1 Lime1 bottle of Coca-colaIce
Credit: @aniis_ismail / TikTok
The method is fairly easy. You chop these herbs up and put them in a cup or a glass. Then pour in the coke. Tada! One Tom Yum Coke, ready to be served. Bottoms up.
The Taste Test
This drink doesn’t totally taste like Tom Yum but it’s kinda herbal-like. It sort of feels like a detox drink but with coke.
Imagine lemon mint soda, but with a sharper and warmer taste. It is indeed refreshing, though. The lime goes well with the coke. Citrusy and fizzy.
You can taste the flavour of the herbs strongly, especially the onions, garlic and chilli. It has just a little hint of spiciness in every sip.
Credit: Melissa Suraya / TRP
However, the sharpness of the onions just drowns the other herbs. I should’ve reduced the slices as I’ve put three big chunks. Well, you know what they say, everything should be in moderation.
In some other recipes, I saw that they put Kaffir Lime Leaves, so I put a little bit of that too. Now that’s real Tom Yum. One leaf is enough, and it should be shredded if you want the taste to truly be present.
The Verdict
Although it is indeed refreshing, I still can’t finish the drink.
I thought I could like keep it in the fridge and finish it later but that was the wrong decision to make. It got worse. It got bitter and a whole lot more herbal. Thanks to the kaffir lime leaves and a whole lotta lime.
Credit: Melissa Suraya / TRP
If you wanna try this drink, I suggest you put the ingredients in moderation.
But if you like a bit of freshness and warmth in your drink, you should definitely try this.
I did not regret trying this. Kinda love the fusion of flavour here. Just should’ve made it in a smaller portion.
Go try it out and tell us what you think.

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Dry Hands From Overwashing? Here’s Why You Should Care

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As we are told to wash and sanitize our hands regularly, some people might find that their hands are becoming dry and cracked.
Not only is it uncomfortable and painful, having cracked hands can also be more dangerous. Dry cracks breaks the protective surface of our skin, giving bacteria an entry point into our bodies.
What’s actually happening?
Our skin produces natural oils that act as a barrier for dirt and grime. However, soap does not differentiate between protective oils and gunk, and washes them away equally. This leaves our skin stripped dry and easily irritated and inflamed.
Most hand sanitizers also include alcohol. While effective in killing bacteria and viruses, alcohol will dry out your skin, leaving you with the same problem.
Ouch.(Credit: Manchester Evening News)
Then how?
It’s recommended to add another step to your hand-washing regime: after washing and drying your hands, apply some moisturizer to keep your skin hydrated.
Lotions, hand creams, or ointment are all good to maintain the health of your skin. Ointments or creams like petroleum jelly are the considered the best in terms of effectiveness. However, it’s recommended that you try out a few different types to see what suits you best.
Just remember that while tempting, products with added fragrances can be irritating to skin and some can cause further drying!
What if I just wash hands less la?
Washing your hands is imperative to prevent the spread of communicable diseases such as Covid-19. Not only does washing your hands keep others safe, most importantly it keeps you safe, too. That’s why it’s recommend that you wash your hand frequently even if you do not feel that your hands are dirty.
The risk from a lack of hand-washing is much greater than the risk of dry skin, so do be sure to keep up your hygiene habits! Using hand creams is merely an additional step to the end of your regular routine.

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Man Charged With Killing Three Kittens, Placed In Hospital Bahagia For Observation

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An unemployed man was charged today at the Selayang Sessions Court of killing three cats, by drowning each animal in three separate washing machines at a laundromat in Kepong last Sunday.
Muhammad Najwan Zulkefli, 24, pleaded not guilty and applied to be tried after the charge was read before Judge Syafeera Mohd Said, starting at 9.30am.
He was charged with brutally harming the three kittens leading to unncessary suffering.
The offense was allegedly committed at the Atlantis self-service laundry premises, Block 3, Desa Satu Apartment, Desa Aman Puri, Kepong in Gombak, from 5 to 6.30 am on July 12.
Muhammad Najwan was charged under Subsection 29 (1) (e) of the Animal Welfare Act 2015 (Act 772) and is punishable under Section 29 (1) of the same act.
If convicted, he can be fined not less than RM20,000 or not more than RM100,000 or imprisoned not more than three years or both.
Meanwhile, the Prosecuting Officer of the Selangor Veterinary Services Department (JPV), N Nageswara asked the court to send the accused to Bahagia Ulu Kinta Hospital, Perak for observation and examination as he is suspected of being mentally unstable.
The court then allowed the man to be placed in the hospital for further examination for a month and his case mention date is set for August 13.
He made headlines recently after a CCTV video was widely shared on social media of a man killing three young kittens by placing each feline in three separate washing machines at a self-service laundromat.

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Real-Life Spirited Away Tunnel In Cameron Highlands

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Hayao Miyazaki’s ‘Spirited Away’ is one of the highest-grossing anime films of all time.

With its beautiful animations and fanciful premise, it stands as one of Studio Ghibli’s most popular films to date.
If you’re a Spirited Away fan, an important scene in the film is similar to a virtually unknown spot in Cameron Highlands.
Located in Habu, a farming village in Cameron Highlands is a tunnel that even the locals are not aware of.
A view from above of the road that leads to the tunnel’s entrance on the right. (Credit: Fernando Fong)
The tunnel is relatively unknown due to its hidden location, and little information can be found on the internet about the tunnel.
The only possibility is that the tunnel, which has a large pipe running through it, was built to divert water away.
From the outside, the tunnel has a striking resemblance to the one in Spirited Away, with a similar aura of mystery.

◼千と千尋の神隠しトンネルの向こうは、不思議の街でした◻Spirited AwayThere is the city of wonder over the tunnel.　 #ジブリ #Ghibli #宮崎駿 pic.twitter.com/AfVrhdJadx— ロヒ”l∟の民 (@0_oknw) July 16, 2015
The tunnel is unguarded and looks welcoming. But a gate secures the entrance, and it seemed like it had not been opened for a long time.
There is a small hole in the gate, but not big enough for an adult to sneak through.
Inside, the tunnel is lit up by lights that seem to amplify the aura of mystery.
The interior of the tunnel. (Credit: Fernando Fong)
The road leading to the tunnel is surrounded by farms, while a TNB hydro station and dam are nearby.
Despite the lack of signages, no one should trespass into the tunnel.
But should anyone gets in and come out again, the tunnel should still be the same, unlike in the anime.

Why Is Spirited Away So Famous?
Spirited Away, which revolved around a ten-year-old girl, shattered preconceived notions about the art form.
It also proved that, as a film created in Japanese with elements of Japanese folklore central to its core, it could resonate deeply with audiences around the world.
While its central theme is greed, the anime teaches respect, gratitude, hope, and love, among many other positive values.
A scene from Spirited Away. (Source: Facebook)
Is There Coming A Spirited Away 2?
There are rumours all over the internet that Spirited Away 2 will hit the screens very soon.
Nevertheless, Studio Ghibli has not made any official announcement from their side for a sequel so far.
Even though the film wraps up completely, fans still expect the sequel to be one of the greatest blockbusters.
◼千と千尋の神隠しトンネルの向こうは、不思議の街でした◻Spirited AwayThere is the city of wonder over the tunnel.　 #ジブリ #Ghibli #宮崎駿 pic.twitter.com/AfVrhdJadx— ロヒ”l∟の民 (@0_oknw) July 16, 2015

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Malaysia Plans To Invest In Tuna Fish Industry

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The government plans on developing Malaysia’s tuna fish industry into the next source of revenue and wealth for the nation.
What you need to know: The Agricultural and Food Industries Ministry (MOA) is formulating the Tuna Industry Development Strategy 2020-2030 – containing some 10 strategies and action plans – to manage and grow Malaysia’s tuna fish business.
Why it matters: Malaysia’s tuna fisheries are divided into; oceanic tuna, found in international waters off the coast of Sabah, and nectar tuna, fished only in the nation’s exclusive economic zone (ZEE) in the South China Sea. According to the Department of Fisheries Malaysia (DOF) Director-General Datuk Munir Mohd Nawi, Malaysian fishing vessels (17 licensed boats in total) operating in the Indian Ocean caught more than 2,700,00 tonnes of tuna worth RM35 million in 2019.

M’sia Is Running Out of Seafood, And It’s All Your Fault

How it got here: Malaysia has been trying to prop up its tuna industry for years with plans such as the Tuna Industry Development Strategic Plan for 2012-2020 reportedly launched in 2013 with an investment of over RM1.5 billion. According to the United Nations (UN) Indian Ocean Tuna Commission (IOTC), in 2018, 1.48 million metric tonnes of fish were caught from Malaysian waters which included some 4,799 metric tonnes of oceanic tuna and over 14,700 metric tonnes of nectar tuna.
Read more:Govt formulating Strategic Plan 2020-2030 to develop tuna industry (Bernama)MALAYSIA National Report to the Scientific Committee of the Indian Ocean TunaCommission, 2019 (IOTC)Fishing for the right answers (The Star)

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Here’s What You Need To Know About The MACC’s Police Report on Raja Petra

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A police report was made last year by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) against controversial blogger Raja Petra Kamaruddin over a leak of evidence on the Penang undersea tunnel project.
What you need to know: According to a source who spoke to Free Malaysia Today the police report wasn’t over “fake reports” but actually because of a leak of evidence in an ongoing investigation.
Why it matters: Raja Petra published information based on several leaked documents implicating DAP Secretary-General Lim Guan Eng who was Penang chief minister when the project started, and several excos including current Penang chief minister Chow Kon Yeow, Abdul Malik Abul Kassin and Lim Hock Seng.
Who said what: This info comes to light after DAP Penang alleged that MACC had made the police report against Raja Petra for publishing “fake documents with baseless allegations” about the project. According to DAP Penang, the project is being politicised by their enemies to tarnish the good name of the party and the state.
Guan Eng even filed a defamation suit in September 2019 against Raja Petra over the published information, in which Guan Eng demanded exemplary damages, an apology, and an injunction order to stop Raja Petra from publishing any more information. Guan Eng obtained a Judgement in Default in February this year as Raja Petra had failed to oppose the suit
What’s new: MACC recently resumed the investigation on the project. The agency recently detaining a former chairman of the Penang Port Commission. Since then, MACC officers have also reportedly raided the premises of three companies.
How it got here: The Penang undersea tunnel project includes several paired roads and is worth RM6.3 billion. It was proposed by the Penang state government in an effort to reduce congestion on the first Penang bridge. The 7.2km long undersea tunnel will connect Gurney Drive on the island and Bagan Ajam on the mainland and the project is scheduled to begin in 2023.
Read more:SPRM buat laporan polis ke atas Raja Petra kerana kebocoran bukti, kata sumberReport: MACC arrests former Penang Port Commission chief over undersea tunnel projectMACC raids companies as probe into Penang tunnel project resumesPenang DAP unveils fact checks on undersea tunnel project amid MACC probe

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[Watch] Boy Rocks Sibling To Sleep And Still Gets To Play With Phone, Netizens Applaud Legendary Skill

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People who are older siblings will understand that it can be a chore to take care of their younger siblings. Taking care of younger siblings also eats into the older child’s fun time. They have better things to do, you know?

However, this young boy caught the attention of his family members and netizens when he cracked the code.
A TikTok video shared by Nuradiana Aziz (@nuradianaaziz) showed her 3-year-old nephew looping a band from the baby cradle to one of his feet.
He then lay on the floor to play games on a phone while gently rocking his sibling to sleep with his foot. It was a win-win situation for the whole family.
  @nuradianaaziz Bagusnya anak sedara kesayangan mami ni. Sangatlah boleh diharap.. 😍😍 #muhammadaryanrafif #anaksaudara #3tahun5bulan ♬ DJ Senyumanmu Membuatku Tersenyum Malu – Yudha Paramata
Nuradiana said it wasn’t his first time rocking his sibling to sleep in this way. Only this time, the family decided to secretly film his brotherly love in action.
Netizens were amused by the boy’s ingenious plan and wondered how he got the legendary idea. They were also entertained because the boy looked very relaxed and comfortable with his set-up.
One of the netizens thinks that the boy learned from his father because they are usually the ones coming up with crazy ideas.
Netizens wished the boy well and jokingly reminded the younger sibling to treat his older brother to a meal once he grows up.

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Malaysians Who’ve Completed Vaccinations May Get Relaxed SOP After Aidiladha

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Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said the government is looking into relaxing the Covid-19 standard operating procedure (SOP) for individuals who’ve completed both vaccination shots.

Reportedly, a technical committee was reviewing how ‘loose’ the rules would be for people who’ve been vaccinated and any announcement regarding the matter will be made after the Hari Raya Aidiladha festivities.
We’re studying which business sectors can be relaxed. The matter was being looked into.Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaako via
However, it’s noted that people who cannot be vaccinated for health reasons will be referred to the Health Ministry (KKM)

Source:
Kelonggaran SOP Buat Individu Yang Lengkap Dos Vaksin Akan Diumumkan Lepas Raya Haji


Time To Recognise Medicinal Marijuana, Says Syed Saddiq

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Malaysia should amend its law to recognise cannabis as alternative medicine, says the Medical Cannabis Caucus chairman Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman.

Syed Saddiq argues that over 40 developed countries have amended their respective laws regarding the use of cannabis in medicine.
“Even world health bodies such as the World Health Organization (WHO) also recognize the use of cannabis for medical purposes” tweeted the Muar MP.
SOLIDARITI UNTUK SAUDARA YASINPada pagi Rabu, 18 Mei 2022, saya telah menghadirkan diri ke sebutan kes saudara Yasin di Mahkamah Sesyen, Kompleks Mahkamah Petaling Jaya. pic.twitter.com/Y6uhD1dx5k— Syed Saddiq (@SyedSaddiq) May 18, 2022
He said that the steps taken by other countries should also be seen as an encouragement for Malaysian health groups to offer this alternative medicine immediately.
Syed Saddiq, who is also Muda’s president said that he had discussed the issue with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob, during which he suggested for the Attorney-General’s Chambers to be given the authority to give higher consideration to cases involving usage of cannabis.
He said the same flexibility should also be given to the judges dealing with such cases.
“This is because we need to handle these cases carefully so that patients who have no choice but to use cannabis for medical purposes are given due flexibility,” he said, adding that capital punishment such as hanging is too heavy for patients that sought alternative medicine for their illness.
Syed Saddiq had earlier appeared at the Petaling Jaya court to show solidarity with nasyid artist and composer Muhammad Yasin Sulaiman.
The artist faces a possible death sentence or life imprisonment after being charged with cultivating cannabis plants and trafficking 214g of cannabis at his condominium in Kota Damansara.
READ MORE: [Watch] Yasin Sends His Regards To Syed Saddiq Before Getting Charged For Cultivating Ganja Plants
On 6 April, The Health Ministry said that it is ready to collaborate with any parties to study the usage of marijuana and cannabis in medicine.
READ MORE: MOH Welcomes Collaborators To Study On Medicinal Marijuana, Says KJ

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COVID-19 Lockdown Is Saving Lives, But Not In The Way You Think

As of Thursday, 12th March 2020, Malaysia has 149 confirmed coronavirus (COVID-19) cases.
Of these cases, 26 have recovered and returned home, while the rest are still receiving treatment at their respective hospitals. Fortunately, Malaysia has not recorded any deaths from the virus so far.
Across the globe, the numbers arenâ€™t as promising. The worldwide COVID-19 count is 121,564 confirmed cases and 4,373 deaths. The World Health Organisation has also officially declared the situation a pandemic.
Hide yo kids, hide yo wife
Bird’s eye view of the sacred Kaaba in Mecca’s Grand Mosque completely empty of worshippers. (Credit: Forbes)
In an effort to contain and control the spread of infection, several nations have taken action in the form of a country-wide lockdown as seen in China, Italy, and most recently Denmark and Lebanon.
United States President Donald Trump has imposed a travel ban from European countries, the American National Basketball Association has suspended its season, health officials are encouraging people to avoid travelling anywhere and tourist spots are being closed and disinfected as authorities urge people to stay home.
This has resulted in people sharing eerie images of the most famous sites in the world completely deserted.

The eerie look of an empty Rome in lockdown. One never thought chaotic daily grind would be missed pic.twitter.com/ElZ34Kfcr0— Italy in New Zealand (@ItalyinNZ) March 11, 2020

Blue skies in China
 Pollution in Wuhan before and after quarantines. (Credit: NASA)
Interestingly, all this reduced travel has actually slashed rates of carbon emissions, including the volume of greenhouse gases that are causing the climate crisis.
China alone has been seeing clearer and brighter skies instead of the typical hazy, smog-filled atmosphere since the outbreak.
Automobile use, manufacturing and industrial production have dipped, causing fewer emissions.
Concentrations of nitrogen dioxide, a pollutant released when fossil fuels are burned, have decreased some 40% in China.
More lives saved than those lost

Flight to Seattle empty af #coronavirus pic.twitter.com/sSdLJGQwhR— Harshith byregowda (@BsHarshith) March 6, 2020

In fact, scientists believe that the number of lives saved by the reduced pollution could end up being higher than the number of lives predicted to be lost because of the virus.
WHO estimates that around 7 million people across the globe die each year from pollution. In contrast, the projected death toll for COVID-19 pales in comparison.
Credible estimates by some experts have placed the number of deaths to COVID-19 at just over 1 million – total, not annual – based on a comparison of this pandemic with the 1957 flu outbreak.
This whole thing poses the question: why are we so much more afraid of COVID-19 than we are of the climate crisis, or other health threats that kill more people annually such as heart disease and diabetes?

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Got Free Time? Explore KL’s Top Grammable Spots, Accessible By LRT!

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Do you like taking pictures? But you just don’t know where to get those pretty pictures in KL? Don’t worry, we got you!

Thanks to Tourism Malaysia, they’ve compiled some of the best places to take a selfie within KL that’s accessible by LRT.
Grab your besties or drag your significant other and head on a cute public transport adventure to these places for those insta-worthy pics!
BookXcess RexKL
If you love books or just the calm aesthetics of it, this BookXcess is definitely a place to visit! BookXcess has many outlets across Malaysia and this is one of them.
Located at Jalan Sultan, this bookstore just opened its doors to the public last year in November. Harbouring around 80,000 books, it is designed to evoke a sense of adventure with its many mazes and secret corners.
(Credit: @heartpatrick / Instagram)
What’s unique about this bookstore is that the creators wanted to mimic the busy and narrow spaces in Petaling Street where people need to squeeze to cross another street. From floor-to-ceiling bookshelves here, people can take many pics at many hidden spots under different spotlights. Every spot is aesthetic, don’t worry!
(Credit: @screwperfect.co , @maggie19c / Instagram)
Interestingly, this bookstore occupies the second floor of the RexKL building, which once used to be an old cinema that caught fire in 1972 and again in 2002. The building was brought back to life 17 years later by a group of visionaries that filled the forgotten buildings with new businesses, cultural agendas and creative programs.
(Credit: @heartpatrick / Instagram)
Address: 80, Jalan Sultan, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Alight at: Pasar Seni LRT Station
Opening Hours: 10 am – 10 pm
NU Sentral Station
No one would judge you if you constantly go up and down these escalators. We mean, the place is so pretty!
(Credit: @jamilahbidin / Instagram)
NU Sentral is a shopping, office block and apartment complex located just beside KL Sentral, the transit hub of most transportations like the railway system, busses and taxis.
(Credit: @heartpatrick / Instagram)
This magical escalator is located at the entrance of the KL Monorail station, linking it to NU Sentral. The escalator leads directly to the pedestrian walkway on the streets of Brickfields. The symmetrical design of the bridge makes it a good spot to take cool pictures! But to have that awesome natural lighting, you should drop by here during the day.
Address: Kuala Lumpur Sentral, 50470 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur
Alight at: KL Sentral LRT Station, KL Monorel Station
Opening Hours: 10 am – 10 pm
Malaysia Grand Bazaar (MGB), Bukit Bintang City Centre
Another new urban regeneration project, Malaysia Grand Bazaar (MGB) is KL’s first artisanal mall which just opened in March this year. It is home to 100 artisanal and authentic local brands which span from artisans, micro-brands, start-ups and art entrepreneurs to scale up their businesses into the physical retailing space.
(Credit: @embeedesigns / Facebook)
You can find clothing, arts and crafts items, jewellery and accessories, home decorative and local snacks there. According to NST, MGB is a manifestation of the #sapotlokal movement, which gained traction during the pandemic.
(Credit: @embeedesigns / Facebook)
You can take many pictures here, especially at the Doodle Art Staircase. MGB is also located near the Wow Plaza Lalaport where you can take your pictures there too.
Address: BBCC Entertainment Hub, Ground Floor & First Floor, 2, Jalan Hang Tuah, Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur
Alight at: Hang Tuah LRT Station, Hang Tuah Monorel Station
Opening Hours: 10 am – 10 pm
Sasana Kijang
Sasana Kijang is another name for the Bank Negara Museum and Art Gallery (BNM MAG). Here, the most popular spot is the Nautilus Staircase, which is the spiralling staircase you’ll see in these pictures. You can lie down, stand up or do whatever you want to get that insta worthy photo here. Just, be careful okay.
(Credit: @littlemisshappyfeet, @jon_hengyi / Instagram)
Other than the staircase itself, being a museum and also an art gallery, there are a lot of spots that you can get a picture with while you’re there. Some of them are the RM 1 Million tunnel, the money slab, the giant newspaper, the art gallery itself and more. Check out the suggested place at BNM MAG‘s Facebook page here. But to go to these places, you’ll need to make a booking first.
(Credit: @jon_hengyi, @mrpeuss / Instagram )
Address: 2, Jalan Dato Onn, Kuala Lumpur, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Alight at: Bandaraya LRT Station or Bank Negara KTM Station
Opening Hours: 10 am – 5 pm
River of Life, KL
Did you know that our River of Life (ROL) was listed as one of the top 10 best waterfront districts by UK’s Independent news portal back in 2019? So, yes, that’s another reason for you to visit this riverfront, aside from the gorgeous pictures!
(Credit: @aereonwong / Instagram)
Located just a stone’s throw away from Masjid Jamek Sultan Abdul Samad, the ROL is a convergence point between two rivers: the Klang River and the Gombak River. Once a muddy, murky and filthy converging point, the government transformed the place into a lively waterfront with commercial value. It went through a long and costly process from river cleaning and beautification to land development.
(Credit: @camylavista / Instagram)
This river is also popular because of its beautiful blue lights at night that make the water seems blue! Tired of blue sky pictures? Try a calming blue river for a background instead! Besides that, you can also enjoy the breathtaking new murals on the walls of buildings near the river itself.
Address: Jalan Raja, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Kuala Lumpur 50050 Malaysia
Alight at: Masjid Jamek LRT Station
Enjoy your OOTDs and selfies at these places! But remember to always stay safe and abide by the rules there. You don’t have to do EVERYTHING for the gram, kay.
READ MORE: 11 Hotels With The Best KLCC Views For That Perfect City Skyline Pic
READ MORE: 7 Floral Inspired Cafes & Restaurants Around Klang Valley For Those Magnificent OOTDs

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Teaching Your Kids About Online Safety Is Not As Hard As You Think, Says Mom Of Two

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If you are like most parents, you worry about what technology is doing to your kids.

Are they on their phones too much? Are they sharing too much on social media? Do they know how to have a face-to-face conversation? Are they facing cyberbullies?
The questions are endless, especially with how wide the internet can get.
During Google Malaysia’s media roundtable on the topic of Online Safety for Kids and Families yesterday (March 30), mother of two and Google’s South East Asia (SEA) Performance Solutions lead Jenny Lim shared that cyberbullying was her biggest concern.
Lim shared that she would set a screen time limit for her two daughters especially on weekdays, and set a good example by modeling appropriate behavior.
When it comes to checking her girls’ devices, she said she would usually let them know that she has access to the gadgets but would not check them.
If needed, she would only check their devices in the presence of the girls, adding that transparency between child and parent is important to build a sense of trust.
All kids are different. As parents, you should know their maturity level and there’s no right or wrong on when to give them a device. The pandemic has also increased dependency on digital devices, and who they hang out with. There might be some parents who are not internet savvy and just let their kids be exposed to technology. However, it’s important for them to be informed and one way to do so is for them to connect with other parents or find groups with similar interests to get different views.Google’s South East Asia (SEA) Performance Solutions lead Jenny Lim
Lim added that while all parents want the internet to be a place where their children can grow, learn, play, and explore their interests, it should not have to come at the expense of their safety and wellbeing.
What’s important is setting digital ground rules and having these conversations with your children.Google’s South East Asia (SEA) Performance Solutions lead Jenny Lim
Lim also noted that parents should always involve their children in the process, talk about what content interests them, and use it as an opportunity to have more quality time together.
Being a good role model also means examining your own digital consumption habits and what message that may be sending out to your families.Google’s South East Asia (SEA) Performance Solutions lead Jenny Lim
Lim, who is a mother of two daughters aged 11 and 7, also shared that since most of her children’s friends have phones and devices, it would be unfair of her to deprive them of their connection and that’s why she decided to give them their own devices when they turn 10.
However, she has also started exposing her kids more to devices recently for education purposes, communicating with their friends and families, and also for entertainment as a self-reward.
If it was pre-pandemic, I wouldn’t be so receptive towards online learning or even handing the devices to my girls at a younger age, but the pandemic has changed that simply because they seem so natural in handling the devices. Personally it helps my understanding as well to see how easy they adapt to learning online.Google’s South East Asia (SEA) Performance Solutions lead Jenny Lim
For example, Sophie, Lim’s older daughter, hardly read any books, especially physical books.
However, the moment she was handed her mother’s Kindle, she started to read from it, and somehow it helped to develop her reading habit.
That kind of sparked the realization that kids today are different and parents cannot expect their kids today to grow up like we did.Google’s South East Asia (SEA) Performance Solutions lead Jenny Lim
In a short video shared during the roundtable, Lim’s eldest daughter shared how she keeps herself safe online.
I think online safety is just like road safety. You have to be careful and you shouldn’t get out of your car just to talk to strangers, like you shouldn’t online.Lim’s eldest daughter Sophie
Sophie also shared that prior to getting her first device, her parents would allow her access to her father’s iPad and her mother’s computer.
It was only last year around Christmas when I got my very own phone.Lim’s eldest daughter Sophie
Her younger sister Emilie also shared that she was allowed to use an iPad when she turned six but will only be getting a phone of her own when she turns 10, similar to her older sister.

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Masjid Jamek Is Now Pulau Jamek Due To Heavy Rain

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Today’s incessant rainfall has caused Kuala Lumpur to flood badly. So badly, in fact, that even Masjid Jamek has become “Pulau Jamek”, surrounded by a torrent of muddy floodwater.

Several roads in the city center were completely flooded, causing vehicles to be stranded and requiring help from the fire department to salvage.
Looks like some people aren’t going to go home today.(Credit: Whatsapp)
Bomba: “‘Tis but a job.”(Credit: Whatsapp)
In the meantime, most roads in the city have now become rivers, so don’t expect cars to be able to travel in the next few hours.
Kuala Lumpur has been Venice for a while, to the pleasure of nobody.(Credit: Whatsapp)
Federal Territories minister Tan Sri Annuar Musa has asked that relevant authorities take immediate action to keep an eye on the situation.
Banjir Kilat Di KL?..Agensi berkait di minta segera memantau dan membuat lapuran.Semoga tiada kejadian yg tidak diingini.. pic.twitter.com/jY8ABHEJH7— Annuar Musa (@AnnuarMusa) September 10, 2020
Stay safe, KLites!

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Syed Saddiq Leaves Bersatu And Armada, Now An Independent Politician

Syed Saddiq announced his decision to leave BERSATU and ARMADA via his official Twitter account, saying that it is “time to move on”.
What you need to know: Syed Saddiq has been part of BERSATU since 2018, and of the youth-wing ARMADA since 2016. He is also the MP of Muar since 2018. On May 28, his membership at BERSATU was removed. He sued the party for this removal, but then later withdrew the legal suit, saying that he would not delay efforts to remove him from the party.
Why it matters: The departure of Syed Saddiq means that BERSATU no longer has a Youth Chief. Muar now has an independent representative not linked to any political party. He has garnered a large following of Malaysian youths who have shown support for him regardless of political affiliation, and some are calling for an alternative political force of youths instead.
Who said what: On 7 July, Syed Saddiq posted a tweet saying that when his services in BERSATU and ARMADA are no longer required, it means that it is time to leave.

Apabila khidmat saya di dalam BERSATU dan ARMADA tidak diperlukan lagi, sudah tibanya masa untuk saya pergi.All the best.Time to move on. pic.twitter.com/J2dQDizDeu— Syed Saddiq (@SyedSaddiq) July 7, 2020

Read more:‘I won’t delay your efforts’: Syed Saddiq withdraws legal suit challenging his removal from Bersatu [Malay Mail]


Why Drive To Genting When You Can Enjoy Five Guys At Pavilion KL

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American cult burger chain Five Guys first opened in Genting Highlands, but now we can finally skip that long drive up for their newest branch much closer to home – in Pavilion KL, right in the heart of the city.

READ MORE: U.S. Burger Chain Five Guys Opens First Outlet In Genting Highlands, But Prices Are Also Up There
Yes, the new outlet is located right in Pavilion Kuala Lumpur with al-fresco dining available so you can enjoy your burgers and people-watch in the city.
The interior of the restaurant is reminiscent of American diners.(Credit: Five Guys Malaysia)
The new outlet is 2,570 square feet and can seat up to 66 patrons, though it’s likely that the first couple weeks would be rather crowded.
Like the Genting outlet, the food served here is halal and the patties are made from 100% pure beef.
What You Should Get
Five Guys’ menu boasts customizability with 15 different burger toppings to choose from so you can build your own favourite burger.
However, if you’re overwhelmed by the sheer number of options, just get any of their default burgers, featuring classic American flavours such as relish, pickles, grilled jalapeños, cajun and hot sauce.
Five Guys’ menu features burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, fries, milkshakes, and more.(Credit: Five Guys Malaysia)
Additionally, they also have menu items such as hotdogs and sandwiches if you want to try something new.
A Surprise Partnership
According to their press release, the opening of the second Five Guys store in Malaysia was only made possible with a partnership with Zouk Group.
Yes, the Zouk Group behind the chain of nightclubs actually also brings in overseas food and beverage franchises to countries such as Malaysia and Singapore in an effort to expand their portfolio into a global lifestyle and entertainment brand.
Our first store in Genting has been met with resounding success and we expect FIVE GUYS at Pavilion to be just as successful. As we continue to grow the brand across Malaysia we look forward to welcoming more and more fans to the best burger in the world!Zouk Group CEO Andrew Li

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