How To Keep Floodwaters From Entering The House Through The Front Door And Bathroom

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Due to the occasional floods, Malaysians have shared some tips and tricks online to help others keep floodwaters away from their homes with makeshift flood barriers.

Previously, a home in Kelantan built a flood barrier using some sandbags, a plastic sheet, and heavy rocks. The DIY flood barrier worked to keep the house compound relatively dry.
READ MORE: [Watch] DIY Flood Barrier In Kelantan Successfully Keeps A Home Dry, Netizens Impressed
A recent viral video showed that using a transparent acrylic board could help keep floodwaters out from the house too.
Facebook user Khairul Anuar Suria got the idea from his friend, Desmond Wong, to use the 10mm acrylic board to act as a flood barrier.
In the video, the transparent acrylic board managed to keep out most of the water with only a small trickle of water getting through.

This DIY flood barrier might not work for everyone but at that moment, it helped Khairul keep his home safe from the rising waters.
Khairul cautioned others not to use a mirror because a mirror might break under the water pressure.

Netizens shared that the DIY flood barrier might work to stop floodwaters from coming in from the front door. However, floodwaters could also enter the homes from the bathroom drains.
A netizen said by right, there’s a valve to channel the water from the outside from entering the home to Indah Water.
If the floodwater is still seeping in from the bathroom, a netizen said the drain hole can be temporarily sealed off with plastic while another person suggested using plasticine.

Let’s hope some of the methods recommended by netizens would work if the flood comes again.
Cleaning up the home once the waters recede can be a daunting task. Luckily, netizens who have experienced big floods before shared some tips and tricks to make cleaning the home feel more organized.
READ MORE: 8 Real Tips To Clean Out Your House After A Flood

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[Watch] Malay Couple Performs Chinese Songs Flawlessly In KL Malls, Impressing Everyone

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In Malaysia, it’s not uncommon to see Malays and Indians speaking Chinese, given its multicultural society and vernacular schools.

But a Malay couple has been turning heads with their rendition of Chinese songs in shopping malls around Kuala Lumpur, such as Pavilion Bukit Jalil.
The woman would sing the songs while the guy would play the guitar, usually at food courts, serenading the patrons as they dine.
Their performances have been recorded by passersby and posted to social media, including Facebook, TikTok and YouTube.

  @chongsw Fantastic Malay sings a famous Chinese song #keluargamalaysia ♬ original sound  – ChongSW

The couple sang popular contemporary and classic Chinese songs.
The numbers include the love ballad “The Moon Represents My Heart”, made famous by the late Taiwanese singer Teresa Teng, and is a song which most Chinese people know by heart.

The “Keluarga Malaysia” Spirit
The public is incredibly amazed at the woman’s proficiency in Mandarin.
Many commented that she could articulate the words clearly despite her slang as a non-native speaker.

Besides Chinese songs, the couple also performs English and Malay songs.
Many said they would gladly tip the couple in admiration of their hard work and determination.
The public also hoped that more Malaysians would busk and perform songs from other communities.

The public also thanked the couple for helping to foster the “Keluarga Malaysia” (Malaysian Family) concept of the new government led by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob.
Keluarga Malaysia’s concept calls on the people to put aside all differences and face challenges as a family.
Ismail Sabri said the inclusive nature of the concept transcended the boundaries of religion, race and ethnicity and is essential in the efforts to help the country recover from the pandemic.
Hari ini, saya menerima kunjungan daripada Gabungan Pertubuhan Cina Malaysia di pejabat.Perbincangan melibatkan banyak perkara termasuk ekonomi, gagasan Keluarga Malaysia dan lain-lain.Saya berterima kasih di atas sokongan gabungan terhadap gagasan Keluarga Malaysia. pic.twitter.com/5SXzlrLqjG— Ismail Sabri (@IsmailSabri60) June 7, 2022
READ MORE: [Watch] Malay Aunty Selling Yau Char Kwai Speaks Fluent Cantonese, Netizens Praise Her For Being A True Malaysian

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Singapore Announces GE To Give Govt Strong Mandate For Covid-19

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Singaporean Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong has announced that the country will be going into General Elections (GE) despite the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic.
Speaking to the public in a live address, Lee said the decision was made to ensure that the government will have a strong mandate to guide the nation.
The alternative is to wait out the Covid-19 pandemic. But we have no assurance that the pandemic will be over before this Government’s term must end next April.Lee Hsien Loong, Prime Minister of Singapore.
With a fresh five-year mandate, Lee said that it will allow the new government to focus on the national agenda and difficult decisions that have to be made.
Lee also stated that he met President Halimah Yacob earlier today to advise her to dissolve parliament and issue the Writ of Election.
The Singaporean PM also assured that the voters can vote safely and political parties can campaign effectively.
According to Channel News Asia, the upcoming elections will include dedicated time-bands for seniors to vote, mandatory gloves for voters before entering polling booths and increasing polling stations.
No physical rallies are allowed and door-to-door campaigning is capped at groups of five. Each candidate will be given 3 minutes of airtime on TV.

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KTM Has Bicycle Coaches So You Can Go Cross Country Cycling And Sightsee Easier

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Cycling has been increasingly a favourite sport even before the pandemic started.

Whether it’s riding professionally or for leisure, it brings much joy to people. After all, bicycling is the best combination of play and exercise.
If you haven’t gone on a cross country cycling trip, you can give it a try using KTM’s new bicycle coaches now.
As reported by The Star, KTM Bhd is now offering trains for special charters to cater to cyclists and for other recreational activities.
Image: KTM Berhad/ FB
Known as the Ekspres Koc Basikal (XKB), a passenger train cabin has been modified to accommodate about 60 full-sized bicycles. There are three coaches to hold the bicycles.
The cyclists will sit in a separate air-conditioned coach that accommodates 60 passengers.
By taking our train, they can explore locations further away from home safely as they will not tire themselves out too much by cycling vast distances.KTM’s chief corporate officer Suhaimi Yaacob
Available for private charters
KTM also has several specially outfitted coaches for rent that passengers can use for sightseeing, buffets and conferences.
Passengers can even rent a special saloon coach with a full-sized bed and private bedroom.
Private charter train trips can all be arranged in various configurations based on the client’s needs and requests.
KTM added that XKB’s rental price depends on which line it would run on and the distance to be covered.
For enquiries, you can call 03-2263 1077 or drop an email at chartertrain@ktmb.com.my

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Shazam! Fury Of The Gods Is A Fun Ride All The Way [Review]

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Shazam! Fury of the Gods is packed with genuine fun and plenty of humour. The second Shazam instalment brings back the Shazamily (Shazam Family) and their kid-like sibling rivalries to life.

This time, they come face to face with the sister goddesses, collectively known as the Daughters of Atlas – Hespera (Helen Mirren), Kalypso (Lucy Liu) and Anthea (Rachel Zegler).
What to expect?
The Shazam sequel tries to tackle the trappings of teenagehood such as love and relationships and the fear of growing up when you’re not yet ready.
As it goes, Billy Batson aka Shazam is growing out of the foster system soon. This means the likelihood of Billy moving out of the house and family he’s been living with.
Thus, it’s understandable why he’s clinging to his Shazam persona while his foster siblings are busy doing their own things. While he tries to rein them in and get everyone to work as a team, his siblings are making their own plans for the future.
His brother, Freddy Freeman (Jack Dylan Grazer), finally meets a girl he likes and tries to impress her. Meanwhile, Billy’s older sister, Mary Bromfield, is focused on her studies.
Helen Mirren as Hespera and Lucy Liu as Kalypso.
The Daughters of Atlas were played wonderfully by Helen Mirren, Lucy Liu, and Rachel Zegler.
The trio behaved like siblings with Hespera as the wiser older sister, Kalypso as the hot-headed middle sibling, and Anthea as the nicest youngest sibling.
Although the Daughters of Atlas are the villains to the Shazamily, I love how they’re also protagonists in their own way.
The sisters are trying to restore their home but the way they went about it took a turn for the worst.
The humour breaks come at the right moments to keep viewers hooked on the story right until the end.
Without revealing too much, the ending was an unexpected twist but I think it ties in well with the wider DCEU story.
Any gripes?
It’s understandable that it’s hard to give a huge cast equal screen time, especially in a second instalment.
However, I feel that characters such as Mary Bromfield (Grace Carline Currey) and Shazam/Wizard (Djimon Hounsou) could have used a longer screen time to let their characters do something more substantial.
The Shazam family aka Shazamily.
Should you skip or watch it?
This Shazam sequel is a good reminder that comic book movies were always meant to be fun. While it didn’t have a groundbreaking plot, it was still an entertaining and delightful watch. And sometimes, that’s what we all need in cinemas.
If you’re looking for a breezy and fun family watch, Shazam! Fury of the Gods checks all the boxes.
Remember to stay back for the mid-credit and post-credit scenes.

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Exhausted Perak Ambulance Driver Collapses & Dies After Transporting Covid-19 Patient

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An ambulance driver suddenly collapsed and died in Perak after transporting a Covid-19 patient yesterday.

In a tweet posted by Viral Perak, the man was seen still wearing the Personal Protective Equipment as the other medical staff tried to resuscitate him.
#Ipoh Seorang pemandu ambulans di Ipoh tumbang selepas menghantar pesakit Covid-19. Punca kematian dikatakan akibat terlalu letih 😭Takziah kepada seisi keluarga. Semoga roh Allahyarham dicucuri rahmat syurga indah untukmu.(Cont) pic.twitter.com/BMO7oJjJpk— VIRAL PERAK (@viralperak) November 24, 2020
The man, who worked at Klinik Kesihatan Tronoh, was said to have suffered from other illnesses, including asthma, based on the reports by Bernama.
The same report also mentioned that he was exhausted after sending the patient to the clinic, which caused him to lose consciousness.
Commenting on the incident to Bernama, Health Director-General Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham said that the ambulance driver was not positive for Covid-19.
The ambulance driver has been receiving treatment for other illnesses. The Ministry of Health is still investigating the exact cause of death. In fact, there are several other illnesses.Health Director-General Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham via Bernama

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It’s A Major Sin To Breach TEMCO, Says Perlis Mufti

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It’s a major sin to breach the Targeted Enhanced Movement Control Order (TEMCO) as it endangers the lives of others, according to Perlis Mufti Datuk Dr Mohd Asri Zainul Abidin.

Citing a hadis, he said that Prophet Muhammad once told the people that if there’s a cholera outbreak, those who are in that area are not allowed to leave and outsiders are not allowed to visit there.
This is what the government is doing to fulfil its responsibility in ensuring the safety of the people. Hence, the need for the people to obey TEMCO regulations and for religious leaders in the community, like ulama, imam and ustaz (teacher) to advise the people in the affected areas to abide by the government’s directive until the end of the TEMCO period.Perlis Mufti Datuk Dr Mohd Asri Zainul via Bernama
He also underlined the seriousness of the issue as Mohd Asri said it’s the role of religion to save lives.
The northern region was hit by an increase in Covid-19 infections after the Sivagangga cluster exploded recently, affecting Kedah, Perlis, Perak, Penang and has reached as far as Selangor which prompted the administration of TEMCO in certain areas.
This includes the two villages in Sanglang – Kampung Kuala Sanglang and Kampung Tanah Timbul – which were placed under TEMCO until 31 August.

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Love Scammers Are Impersonating ‘Tengku’ Royalty To Trick Their Victims

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Have you ever heard of the ‘Nigerian Prince’ scam? It’s perhaps one of the oldest, still-running internet frauds on the planet.

The way it works is simple. Imagine yourself receiving an email from a stranger who offers an opportunity of a lifetime;
“Dear so and so,” the email would read. “I am Prince this and that, member of this whatever royal family, from the blah blah kingdom. I have millions of dollars that I’d like to transfer out of my kingdom but I need your help to do it. All you need to do is send me some of your money in advance to begin this transaction or heck just send over your bank account and personal details so I can do it for you…” or something like that.
(Credit: Wikimedia)
Now, most people who receive something like this would already know that it is a scam, but still, for decades, thousands of people from all over the world have lost millions, maybe billions, to this devious scheme.
The Nigerian Prince scam itself is a remix of a centuries-old trick called the ‘Spanish Prisoner’ scam that came about during the French Revolution in the 1700s’.
(Credit: LitHub)
Scammers would send handwritten letters impersonating noblemen who have supposedly been imprisoned, needing help in the form of money to be set free.
This ‘advance-fee scam’ as some call it, has evolved to take on many different forms while still praying on the same type of people
According to the FBI, the scheme relies on convincing willing victims who demonstrate a ‘propensity for larceny’ or to put it short, those who are easily duped. Some psychologists also say that these types of scams are so effective because they prey upon a person’s greed and a desire to be a hero by helping others.
Read More: How Scammers Prey On Your Desires To Get What They Want
Beware the cunning tactics of the ‘Tengku’ love scam
Nowadays, it seems that scammers are employing every tactic they’ve mastered over the years to prey upon people’s hearts instead.
PDRM warns of a deceitful new ‘love scam’ that’s taken root in Malaysia.
The scam involves people being cheated out of their money and possessions by a person claiming to be a “Tengku” or a member of the Malay royal families.
(Credit: Shafwan Zaidon via Malay Mail)
Victims are emotionally manipulated to hand over their valuables to the “Tengku” to supposedly prove their love and admiration for their fraudulent lover.
Recently, a 20-year-old entrepreneur in Kelantan fell for the treacherous love scam after meeting someone who claimed to be a “Tengku” on the Grindr online dating app.
The victim reportedly lost more than RM570,000 as well as jewellery belonging to his mother in a bid to win the “Tengku’s” heart. The “Tengku” had even promised to purchase the victim a pick-up truck in return for the devotion that was shown.
It is said that the victim was also forced to give up his belongings to the scammer because the suspect had threatened to leak the victim’s nude videos.
The case was now being investigated under Section 420 of the Penal Code for the crime of cheating, deceiving and dishonesty in order to get a person to hand over their property.
According to PDRM, cases of love scams are nationally on the rise.
Their data show a total of 1,535 love scams reported in 2019, involving losses of over RM79 million, and in 2020 a total of 1,582 similar cases were reported which involved losses totalling more than RM58 million.
Love or romance scams as they call it has a victim falling for individuals who work to gain their affection in exchange for profits.
Scammers would use platforms such as social media or online dating applications to lure victims into believing that they are someone they are not.
Romance scammers would oftentimes create fake profiles and fake identities, even to go as far as impersonate someone you might know, in order to ‘catfish’ victims to fall for their ruse.
(Credit: Le Buzz/Adrian Swancar via Unsplash)
PDRM advises Malaysians not to be easily charmed by a person’s profile pictures and online personality, besides being careful with who we are in contact with on cyberspace, especially if they say they are overseas.
Netizens are reminded to not be fooled by a stranger’s sweet promises and character or give out any personal and valuable information over the internet, phone, email and other platforms.
The public is also cautioned against making any financial transactions, or lending money to someone they don’t absolutely know.
If you or anyone you know have information or may have been a victim of such scams, please reach out to PDRM’s Commercial Crime Investigation Department (CCID) Scam Response Centre hotline at 03-2610 1559 or 03-2610 1599, or head on over to your nearest police station to make a report.

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Viral Video Shows Girl Allegedly Urinating In Convenience Store

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A viral video showing a girl believed to have urinated inside a convenience store has caused a stir on social media.

CCTV footage captured the incident, which allegedly took place on Tuesday.
The video shows the girl in a black headscarf initially hanging around in the store with another individual.
mStar reported that after leaving the store, the girl was seen re-entering and urinating in a corner.
The video owner claims that the girl left the store reeking of urine.
According to the viral video footage, two other customers noticed the incident before they moved to another shelf area.
The girl was seen leaving the premises before re-entering and urinating in a corner.
  @deafebianschannel1 #MDHVIRAL #wanitaKencingMerata #DFC ♬ bunyi asal  – DFC
Netizens Suggest Alternative Solutions for Public Urination
The viral video has garnered over 2 million views and has been showered with various comments from netizens.
It sparked widespread criticism on social media, with many netizens expressing disgust at the girl’s actions.
The incident also raised concerns about public hygiene and the need for individuals to be more mindful of their actions in public spaces.
Netizens have even questioned why the girl did not use the store’s restroom instead of urinating in public.
Others have expressed sympathy for the girl, suggesting that she may have a medical condition that caused her to urinate in public.
People also suggested that individuals who cannot hold back their urine should consider peeing outside, away from public spaces.
Understanding Urinary Incontinence: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Urinary incontinence is the loss of bladder control, which can cause a person to leak urine involuntarily.
There are several possible causes of urinary incontinence, such as weakened bladder muscles, damage to the pelvic floor, enlarged prostate, menopause, bladder cancer, certain medications, and neurological conditions.
Some people may also experience functional incontinence due to physical or mental impairments preventing them from getting to the bathroom quickly.
Treatment options for urinary incontinence depend on the underlying cause and may include lifestyle changes, pelvic floor exercises, medications, medical devices, or surgery.

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Tertiary Students Given 5-Day Leave To Vote In GE15

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In light of the upcoming 15th general election (GE15), the higher education ministry has agreed to grant students in all higher learning institutions (IPTs) a five-day leave to return to their hometowns or constituencies to vote.

According to Free Malaysia Today, this was confirmed by higher education director-general Husaini Omar after a circular regarding the matter went viral online.

Based on the circular dated 21 October, students are given leave from 17 to 21 November so they have ample time to travel back home to vote and return to resume their studies.
During that period, all classes and student activities are to be postponed to another date.
Husaini added that the letter had been distributed to all public and private IPTs, including polytechnic and community college education departments.
He also said a media statement regarding this will be issued later.
There are more voters this time around due to Undi18. Image: TRP File.
Previously, there have been calls for the Election Commission to consider early or postal voting for tertiary students since they might be unable to take leave from classes.
However, certain parties said that it might not be enough time to organise postal voting for those in Sabah and Sarawak.
According to Malay Mail, the voting hours have also been extended by an hour, from 8am to 6pm in the peninsula and 7.30am to 5.30pm in Sabah and Sarawak.
The time extension was made to accommodate the increase in the number of voters due to Undi18 and improve efficiency in the polling process.
Under Undi18, Malaysians aged 18 and above are automatically registered as voters and are thus, eligible to vote.
GE15 will take place on 19 November, while nomination day falls on 5 November and early voting is set for 15 November.
READ MORE: EC Sets GE15 On 19 November
READ MORE: Undi18: How To Check Your Automatic Voter Registration Status (PPSA)
READ MORE: First Time Voting? Here’s Everything To Get You Started

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Local Tech Team Had A Weekend ‘Hackathon’ To Help Raise White Flags Online

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As the #BenderaPutih charity movement continues to fly across the country, Malaysians from all walks of life are coming together to provide any help they can to those desperately in need of assistance.

Read More: “Bendera Putih” Movement Going Viral As Malaysians Try To Reach To Those In Need
One such group came in the form of a local team of tech experts from Terato Tech who developed a web application called Kita Jaga Malaysia to let people know where they can find help or locate those who are asking for aid.
Kita Jaga Malaysia simply works by having users select whether they need assistance or provide aid by pinning their locations on an interactive map.

With a simple, intuitive and self-explanatory system, those wanting assistance need only to press the red button to be placed on the map by filling in a few necessary details such as one’s name, address and phone number. Those who are providing help such as food banks, soup kitchens or personal charity can follow similar steps for broadcasting their locations by clicking on the blue button.
The app also comes with a search bar to help better locate any white flags or blue aid beacons nearby.

According to 36-year-old Zara Aida, CEO of Terato Tech, the idea to put up ‘white flags’ on cyberspace came when a colleague by the name of Achan who’s originally from Riau, Indonesia got the team of developers, Edo, Hisyam and Basyrun, to work on a weekend-long ‘hackathon’ to develop the app.
Starting the project on a Friday (2 July), the team managed to get Kita Jaga Malaysia live and running by Monday.
Zara said that as of Wednesday, the application has a total of 57,382 users and had thus far flagged 344 people asking for help and 1,156 people or places providing assistance in the country.
The CEO also revealed that out of the over 300 white flags that are pinned on the map, only 13 have been successfully confirmed to have gotten aid.
For security and privacy reasons, flags pinned on the app would only remain live for a maximum of three days.
All the aid is decentralized at the moment, meaning that those that need help and those who want to provide help will remain listed on the app for several days. Users would need to input a token number that was provided to edit their info if they have received aid.
Zara confessed that the team was facing financial problems at keeping the service alive but was adamant at improving their free-to-use application for everyone to unite and help each other
We had to make some costly optimizations while using the Google Maps API (application programming interface) but we will come back stronger.
If you are in need of aid or looking to broadcast your personal aid relief efforts, visit Kita Jaga Malaysia at https://kitajaga.co/.
For more #KitaJagaKita and #BenderaPutih resources, check out our previous story here where we talked about another convenient app where you can help the community.
Read More: Want To Get Or Give #BenderaPutih Aid? Check Here

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Want to help those in need? Search for white flags in your area with the Kita Jaga Malaysia website


At Pavilion KL? Here’s What You Should Do At Tokyo Street

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In celebration of Tokyo Street’s 11th Anniversary, we’re sharing 11 exciting things you can do to join in the celebration of Kuala Lumpur’s most unique shopping experiences! See you at Pavilion KL’s beloved precinct and home to authentic Japanese restaurants, shops, and experiences.

1. Do it for the Gram!
Kuma Yukata(Credit: Pavilion KL)
Flood your social media with Instagram-able OOTDs at cool Japanese-inspired spots. A trip to Kuma Yukata offers a fantastic variety of authentic Japanese kimonos (or yukatas for a less formal look) to bestow longevity and good fortune upon the wearer! After that, embark on a shopping spree for hip and trendy looks with streetwear from Miira Mew and Simple Bean.
Miira Mew (left) and Simple Bean (right). (Credit: Pavilion KL)
Location: Kuma Yukata, Miira Mew, and Simple Bean, Level 6, Pavilion KL
2. Find your way to Harajuku Street
(Credit: Pavilion KL)
(Credit: Pavilion KL)
Fellow foodies, rejoice! Indulge in Japanese cuisine at Harajuku Street with pop-ups selling sushi bentos, Yatai Ramen, green tea, and Asahi beer from now till 26 August. There’s even cotton candy to enjoy while strolling around the award-winning precinct and fun arcade games to play with friends and family!
Location: Tokyo Street’s Event Atrium, Level 6, Pavilion KL
3. Indulge In The Taste of Japan
Tokyo street is home to some of the most authentic Japanese restaurants in town. Hot steamy udon, fresh sashimi, warm Japanese curry, the sizzling of okonomiyaki, sukiyaki, teppanyaki… the list is endless.
If you are already salivating, it’s time to take your tastebuds straight to Japan. Meshiagare!
Are you happy to sashimi?
Mentaiko Spider Roll (left) and Salmon Sashimi (right). (Credit: Pavilion KL)
You can’t go wrong with slices of excellent sashimi if you’re in the mood for something fresh, clean, and utterly mouthwatering. Check out Sushi Zanmai for an amazing selection of sashimi. It is beautifully served, every mouthful is divinely good, and it simply melts in your mouth.
Location: Sushi Zanmai, Level 6, Pavilion KL
Get in my tummy egg-cellent okonomiyaki!
(Credit: Pavilion KL)
Devour these moreish morsels – Okonomiyaki is a Japanese pancake that combines vegetables, carbs and protein all in one. Perfect for a snack or a meal, they are served fresh and crisp at Okonomi by Tokyo Don with the perfect thickness and a well-balanced flavourful punch topped with the chef’s special sauce. This grilled dish is decadent enough to keep you wanting more!
Location: Okonomi by Tokyo Don, Level 6, Pavilion KL
Get some matcha love!
Noukou Matcha & Houjicha Ice Cream (left) & Matcha Greentea (right).(Credit: Pavilion KL)
A small hidden gem in Tokyo Street, Matcha Hero Kyoto is matcha-heaven! Whether you want to cool down with a scoop of creamy matcha ice cream or go traditional with their Organic Cultivated Matcha—you can’t go wrong with Matcha Kyoto’s authentic selection of beverages and ice creams!
Location: Matcha Hero Kyoto, Level 6, Pavilion KL
4. Shop big for tiny bites
(Credit: Pavilion KL)
If you’re feeling adventurous and seeking amazing snacks to fix your cravings look no further than Shojikiya — your one-stop store with a sweeping variety of more than 1000 imported Japanese food products!
We recommend Calbee Pizza Potato Chips with emmental and cheddar cheese topped over thick and cut potato chips – simply delicious! If you’re a Doraemon fan, scoop up the Tohato Doraemon Puku Potato Cheese Aji simply because it’s crunchy, cute, and cheesy!
5. Get your bling on!
(Credit: Pavilion KL)
(Credit: Pavilion KL)
You can’t miss this cute store if you’re taking a stroll around Tokyo Street. Displaying shining, shimmering rhinestones on phone cases, keychains, and clutch bags, Bling Bling Paradise’s selection of bedazzled everything will definitely brighten up your life.
Location: Bling Bling Paradise, Level 6, Pavilion KL
6. Get a breath of fresh hair
(Credit: Pavilion KL)
(Credit: Pavilion KL)
If you want to accomplish that delightfully undone late-nineties or early-2000s French twist updo, you need something large, sassy, and strong. Jazz up your updo with these kawaii bows from Bomnal, where each piece is delicately handmade with love and style.
Location: Bomnal, Level 6, Pavilion KL
7. Pep up your look
(Credit: Pavilion KL)
(Credit: Pavilion KL)
Looking for something understated you can wear every day? These simple accessories from Minimalist Lab may be right up your alley. Make a beeline to The Keys if you are a fan of gorgeous crystal danglers to elevate your look. Even better? They make perfect gifts for someone special, too!
Location: Minimalist Lab and The Keys, Level 6, Pavilion KL
8. You nailed it!
(Credit: Pavilion KL)
(Credit: Pavilion KL)
Everyone deserves a relaxing trip to the nail salon. Whether getting a standard mani-pedi or acrylics, it’s always fun to do something special and treat yourself.
Walking into Bling Bling Nail is like walking into a Pinterest board with it so aesthetic and cosy. Whether you’re into minimalistic nails or a more cutesy style, slap on some acrylic bows you can trust to have them done well for you here.
Location: Bling Bling Nail, Level 6, Pavilion KL
9. Your very own living art
(Credit: Pavilion KL)
(Credit: Pavilion KL)
Are you looking for a new hobby or way of expressing yourself? Perhaps an activity you can share as a family? Why not try your hand at the ancient art of bonsai?
Tucked along Tokyo Street, this little gem is a wonderland of Bonsai. Zen Bonsai offers a starter kit for beginners and consultation to ensure your journey is easy and stress-free. They have thousands of bonsai collections from all species, so stop by!
Location: Zen Bonsai, Level 6, Pavilion KL
10. Intensify your kawaii-ness!
(Credit: Pavilion KL)
(Credit: Pavilion KL)
Whether you are a Sanrio lover, a Pokemon buff, or a Shin Chan fan, stepping into Karafu is like stepping into heaven. This small store is filled with everything cute – it is impossible not to walk away with a shopping bag in your hand.
Location: Karafu, Level 6, Pavilion KL
11. Stand a chance to win a brand new Isuzu D-Max X-Terrain
(Credit: Pavilion KL)
There are many things to do and buy at Tokyo Street! Spend over RM200 through a combination of two receipts at Tokyo Street or one receipt mall-wide, and you will be eligible to participate in a Lucky Draw contest. Stand a chance to win more than RM160,000 worth of prizes from Isuzu, with the grand prize winner driving home a new Isuzu ride!
Now, shop ‘til you drop (and potentially win a brand new Isuzu D-Max X-Terrain) at Tokyo Street!

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“Muhyiddin Or Mahiaddin?” Shah Alam Court Rules Out Order Made By PM Because He Didn’t Use His Real Name

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The Shah Alam court today has reversed a preventive detention order signed by Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin during his time as the Home Minister because he signed the order using his “glamour name”, not his real name.

According to reports from MalaysiaKini, the court made the ruling as he used the name Muhyiddin Mohd Yassin, instead of his actual name which is Mahiaddin Md Yasin.
Under the Ministerial Functions Act 1969, the name stated in the gazette is Mahiaddin Md Yasin, the name in his MyKad. Today, the High Court ruled that any executive decision or action taken by the prime minister or minister must use the name in the gazette, namely the name in the MyKad and not the glamour name.Lawyer Danial Amir Hamzah via Malaysiakini
It was reported by Malay Mail that the Judicial Commissioner Datuk Norsharidah Awang has allowed the application by Sabahan Awang Sari Lasikan because of this and now he is freed from detention.
Twitter is having a good time right now
Many were unaware and surprised to learn that our Prime Minister has not been using his actual name all this while.
Political cartoonist Zunar posted a picture on Twitter along questioning which one is Muhyiddin’s real name.
Muhyiddin, Mahiaddin atau MAIN HIDDING?Please share.More @ https://t.co/WxxavseXBz pic.twitter.com/xOe8x7Mflx— Zunar Cartoonist (@zunarkartunis) April 2, 2021
Meanwhile, Fahmi Reza took the meme route and reworked the famous swole doge vs cheems meme and made a caricature of “Muhyiddin” as the swole doge and “Mahiaddin” as cheems.
pic.twitter.com/rZPdYe8zCo— Fahmi Reza (@kuasasiswa) April 2, 2021
He once asked to use his other name for the polls
When he was campaigning for the People’s Justice Party (PKR) to fight for Pagoh’s Parliamentary seat, it was reported that the Prime Minister once requested that Election Committee (EC) to use the name Muhyiddin Yassin.
It was reported that the request was made after his MyKad name ‘Mahiaddin Bin Md Yassin’ was chosen to be printed on ballot paper, instead of Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin.

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Pfizer Covid Vaccine Approved For Emergency Use By US FDA

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The Covid-19 vaccine created by Pfizer Inc and BioNTech SE has been approved for emergency use by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

The approval was reportedly the deciding factor as to whether Malaysia would go ahead with its order for the vaccine.
Late last month Malaysia announced that it had signed an agreement with Pfizer for 12.8 million doses of the vaccine to inoculate 6.4 million Malaysians.
That is equal to about 20% of the population.
Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin previously said that the vaccine will arrive in stages starting January.
Through this arrangement, Pfizer has agreed to deliver one million doses in the first quarter of next year, followed by 1.7 million doses in the second quarter, 5.8 million in the third quarter and 4.3 million doses in the fourth quarter. Vaccination will be conducted in phases and will prioritise high-risk groups who are more susceptible to Covid-19.Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin via NST
Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Khairy Jamaluddin has said the first million doses will go to frontliners, followed by high risk individuals such as the elderly or those with comorbidities, and then by the rest of the general population.
Health Director-General Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham has said that the vaccines will be used to those above the age of 18 years old and it will only be given to children under 12 after more research has been done on its side effects.
He was also the one who announced that FDA approval was a requirement for the deal to go ahead.

READ MORE: Covid-19 Vaccine: Health D-G Responds To Reuter’s Report Regarding Pfizer’s Supply ProblemsREAD MORE: Is Pfizer’s Covid-19 Vaccine Ready? Report Raises ConcernsREAD MORE: Malaysia Signs Deal With Pfizer, Covid-19 Vaccines Coming In January

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472 Areas In Selangor Face Unscheduled Water Cuts Due To Odour Pollution

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Air Selangor has announced the temporary shutdown of Sungai Semenyih Water Treatment Plant (Sg. Semenyih WTP) and Bukit Tampoi Water Treatment Plant (Bukit Tampoi WTP) due to an odour pollution incident at the Jenderam Hilir Raw Water Pump Station.

This temporary shutdown will affect a total of 472 areas in 5 Air Selangor regions, namely:
Petaling (172 areas)Hulu Langat (54 areas)Sepang (196 areas)Putrajaya (23 areas)Kuala Langat (27 areas)
The affected areas are expected to experience unscheduled water disruptions at 7am today (24 December 2022).
According to New Straits Times, the odour pollution was caused by an accident which involved a container truck carrying the essence of perfume oil on the Elite Highway near Serenia, Negeri Sembilan.
The spill flowed into a river that connects with Sungai Semenyih.
Natural Resources, Environment and Climate Change Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad has assured that both water treatment plants will be back in operation as soon as possible.
Updates will be available on Air Selangor app [Android, iOS] and social media pages [Facebook, Instagram, Twitter].
Air Selangor Contact Centre can also be reached via calls at 15300. Inquiries and complaints can also be submitted at the Help Centre via www.airselangor.com and the Air Selangor application.
The full list of affected areas is as follows:

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Almost Half Of Men Surveyed Unlikely To Seek Professional Help For Erectile Dysfunction

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Erectile dysfunction (ED) can be a frustrating, embarrassing experience for men, but finding the courage to seek treatment might do more than remedy the bedroom issue.

A. Menarini Singapore Pte Ltd — a subsidiary of leading Italian pharmaceutical company Menarini Group — recently conducted an online survey on the general understanding and awareness of ED among Malaysians.
According to the survey, 87.9% of respondents were able to understand the meaning of ED and identify the common symptoms and causes of it.
However, the survey also revealed that 41.5% responded somewhat unlikely when it comes to seeing a health practitioner if struggling with ED.
Despite general awareness and understanding about ED, the study also found that Malaysians are still hesitant about seeking out professional help.
The Impact of ED on Patients and Loved Ones
The survey also found that 24.5% and 32.1% of respondents stated that ED takes a toll on their mental health and sometimes causes frustration respectively, thus affecting their quality of life.
Similarly, for women with partners that struggle with ED, 55.7% of respondents revealed that their confidence and personal satisfaction are affected when intercourse is interrupted due to ED.
Several male survey respondents also cited the top three causes for their struggles with maintaining an erection as stress and anxiety (34%), exhaustion (32.1%), and other personal reasons (15.1%).
From left to right:Dr Thirnathrama Seriramulu, Medical Advisor, A. Menarini Singapore Pte Ltd, Josie Ong, Commercial Director, A. Menarini, Amelia Mok, General Manager, A. Menarini Singapore Pte Ltd and Alex Lee, Group Product Manager, A. Menarini at the launch of A. Menarini’s ED Awareness campaign, “Erectile Dysfunction: The Real Check and Chat”.
Causes For Erectile Dysfunction
According to registered counsellor and sex therapist Chan Fun Shin, these are the four major psychological issues associated with ED:
Stress, which can come in the form of work, family, partners, obligations and so on. These can exist both internally and externally.Anxiety which may stem from traumatic experiences in bed which in return cause performance anxiety for performance-oriented people.The pressures that come from unhappy relationships which may involve pressures and unresolved issues outside the bedroom.Low self-esteem due to influences from porn because of expectations.
Prevalence Of Erectile Dysfunction In Malaysia
According to consultant urologist at Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz Prof Dato’ Dr Zulkifli Md Zainuddin, the current age groups of those diagnosed with ED are getting younger by the day.
Unfortunately, we don’t have updated national data on ED in Malaysia, but from our clinical practices and experience, we’re seeing a high number of people struggling with ED.Consultant urologist at Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz Prof Dato’ Dr Zulkifli Md Zainuddin
He also added that the numbers are now standing at at least 50% to 55% across all ages.
Dr Zulkifli also noted that patients tend to prefer to find alternative “cures” rather than seek medical help.
He pointed out that these alternative treatments include traditional penis massage — known as “urut batin”.
He also added that when patients come to see the urologist, it’s almost always at the late stage — not in terms of treatment but in terms of their quality of life with their partner.
We see people with ED coming to see us on the verge of divorce, depressed, and experiencing relationship issues. On a side note, there is also an increasing trend with men being accompanied by their partners to the ED clinic.Consultant urologist at Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz Prof Dato’ Dr Zulkifli Md Zainuddin
Prof Dato’ Dr Zulkifli Md Zainuddin, Consultant Urologist, Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) speaking on the prevalence of Erectile Dysfunction in Malaysia during his presentation, “ED: The Issue and Treatments”.
Taking The Next Step With ED
Sex positive advocate and founder of Jas Explains Jasmine King explained that while there is still a lot of shame surrounding ED, sex issues, and relationship issues, Malaysians are generally interested and eager to have these conversations.
The age groups of the people that attend my workshops are between the ages 20 to 40 years old. Those with ED find it difficult to have conversations regarding the problem with their partner due to insecurities. However, it is no secret that they and their partners are both impacted by this, and this is why conversations are so important.Sex positive advocate and founder of Jas Explains Jasmine King
What’s the way forward you may ask?
According to King, it is to engage in open and honest conversations with your partner.
Talk openly and honestly — it’s never too late to have a conversation. Have a conversation when you’re not in HAT (Hot, Angry, Tired), find a mutual time that works for the both of you. Ultimately, the most important thing is to educate yourself, get the facts ready before you speak.Sex positive advocate and founder of Jas Explains Jasmine King

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Why Malaysians don’t support the live events industry

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Yep. I said it.
Malaysia is a beautiful country. We have the best food in the world, beautiful people and amazing beaches. We are proud of our culture, our home-grown brands like Pestle Mortar Clothing and Wanderlust + Co, and not forgetting our National Football team Harimau Malaya (who beat our Indonesian rivals 3-2 last night!)
But do we support them? Like really, really support them?
I think not.
When was the last time you actually took a picture of your holiday in Redang Island instead of Bali?
When was the last time you walked into a local home-grown clothing store to buy some threads instead of looking for fake Supreme / Louis Vuitton gear online?
When was the last time you bought tickets and went for a local football match? Or watch it on television (Gone were the days where we glued ourselves to the T.V watching Rashid Sidek represent Malaysia during our badminton glory days). I shame myself too on this one: I watch the English Premier League religiously but local football matches are never a priority to me.
When it comes to live events – I’m not just ranting about the fact that Malaysians simply don’t want to buy a ticket for a show; it saddens me to see promoters that work really hard to either promote fresh local talent or even book great international artists, yet they have no choice but to give out free tickets so they can fill the room. What irks me, even more, is when other promoters don’t support, but spread negativity that the promoter didn’t do well.
It doesn’t only end there. When there’s an event cancellation? Throngs of keyboard warriors take to social media, venting their frustrations;
“How could this happen?”
“Such an irresponsible promoter – I don’t care I want my refund!”
“Are you going to pay for my flights? I’m coming all the way from Subang for the show. Who is going to refund me now?”
“I knew it! @tagfriend @tagfriend.”
What does this all do? It creates a spiral of the destruction of the scene: Private corporations become weary of giving desperately needed sponsorship dollars, media laps this up as news and continue to spread, other promoters don’t want to take risks anymore and the snowball continues until…
…There are no live events in Malaysia.
What happens next?
“Why does Singapore always have the good concerts?”
“Malaysia is sooo boring got no good shows!”
“#bringbacktherave“
But what we don’t realise is that we are truly the problem here. We aren’t lining up to buy Malaysian-curated events; instead, we are flying off to other parts of the world for our next Instastory. We have local brands that started with the best intentions but are closing because the main market they are catering to is more interested in foreign expensive brands instead. We jam the WhatsApp group chats of our local promoter begging for free passes, convincing how our social media presence will help promote their brand/event instead. NGOs like ALIFE that are pushing for change with the government and are asking for the support of the people. There’s a petition up banging for 100,000 signatures so it can be presented to our prime minister Tun M.
And where is it now? 75% short of our target at 15,000 signatures.
Link: https://www.change.org/p/prime-minister-of-malaysia-malaysiâ€¦
There’s even a video going around explaining how difficult it is for approvals and I don’t see that being shared around at all. Need the video?

Hahah… no wonder Singapore has so much more concerts and festivals. Our permit requirements macam gila lah wei! Kalah knockout to Singapore terus! https://t.co/do68GXOaMW#MalaysiaVsSingapore pic.twitter.com/xf9BjcJYMf
— brianjohnsonlowe (@brian_j_lowe) August 29, 2019

And don’t get me started about local talent. Just look at Yuna – amazing performer that has gone global and is loved all around the world. Instead, we Malaysians criticize her for being ‘western’ and not adhering to ‘true Malaysian culture’. What is ‘True Malaysian Culture’ exactly?
Sitting at home eating nasi lemak and giving your thoughts on why Yuna is not Malaysian enough to represent Malaysia?
Come on, everyone – look up and see what’s around us – we have the power to change things, make the industry better. Support your local promoter. Go buy tickets for LOL ASIA comedy shows, go support FUTURE SOUND ASIA Marlo show happening in KL Live.
Breakbot is playing at Kyo KL next Thursday, courtesy of Collective Minds. Uno Popshuvit, Moots Shuvit and the gang has a Project E.A.R Pre-Release Gig comeback happening at The Bee this Sunday! Let’s not even stop there! Urbanscapes is happening this November! Go support ALIFE’s petition!
And what am I going to get on my next text from an old friend?
“Hey bro, long time no see – I was wondering if there was a cabin available for ItsÂ It’s The Ship…”
Buy la. Do you need a link for that too?
Have a thought about this, and have a great weekend.
Iqbal AmeerGroup CEO Livescape Group


This Teacher Says Chase Your Dreams, Even If You Fail

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We’re sure many of you out there have fond memories of that one teacher who was your favourite and stood out from all the rest.

They might be the cikgu who taught you to be yourself. Maybe it’s the college lecturer who encouraged you to never stop trying.
Whoever they might be, teachers play a vital role in mentoring future generations into becoming the best that they can be.
(Credit: The One Academy via YouTube)
But being a teacher is never easy. For the ones brave enough to do it, education is a lifelong commitment that can be both challenging and rewarding at the same time.
For Lin Yew Cheang, being an educator is all about inspiring young minds to realise their true potential.
“It’s always fascinating to educate our young minds because you can see the kiddos’ infinite potential, imagination, and innovation. And I’m always proud to see my students excel in their careers or whatever they choose to do,” said the 49-year-old educator, who now focuses his time on passing along the knowledge and experience he’s gained after years in the creative field to nurture the next generation of talented artists, designers and creators.
Lin Yew, who is the Department Head of Digital Media Design at The One Academy creative school, admitted that he never really set out to become an educator, but found his calling when he was inspired by the people he calls his mentors.
As an educator in the creative industry, Lin Yew knows first-hand the challenges and difficulties it takes to succeed in such a cut-throat trade and tries his best to create an environment for students to excel in and break the glass ceiling.
We endeavour to create a support system where students can feel inclusive, understood, and also be critical about their decisions and what they want in life. As educators, our faculty works to cultivate students to be risk-takers and always have the courage to try things, and learn from both their successes and failures.The One Academy Department Head of Digital Media Design Lin Yew Cheang.
He explains that it is important for educators to build trust among their peers and with their students, besides being innovative with their teaching methods.
Lin Yew believes that comprehensive design education is essential to provide creative talents with opportunities to advance their knowledge and skills at the intersection of art and science.(Credit: The One Academy via YouTube)
Lin Yew added that The One Academy actively conducts workshops, hackathons, and live projects, as well as organises field trips and international “masterclasses” with industry giants to help students develop both the technical and interpersonal skills needed to send them out into the world with a global and professional mindset.
“Success will never come without immersing yourself and diving head first into a particular situation,” the digital media guru offered, a piece of advice he also shared in a special short film titled: Gameboy based on the true life story of The One Academy’s alumnus P’ng Yi Wei.
Lin Yew acted for the first time, playing his own role as a lecturer in the inspiring short film, ‘Gameboy’.(Credit: The One Academy)
Yi Wei completed his diploma in Digital Media Design at The One Academy with a lifelong dream to build his own game empire.
Although it took some time to convince his ol’ skool father of his artistic ambitions instead of becoming the typical doctor or lawyer, Yi Wei proved that with passion and hard work, anyone can achieve their goals.
A scene from Gameboy reenacting Yi Wei’s determination to live his dream.(Credit: The One Academy via YouTube)
Yi Wei and his indie game studio, Kurechii, have amassed an impressive 13.7 million players from around the world with award-winning mobile games like Postknight, Tiny Guardians and King’s League: Odyssey.
Like many of his colleagues, Lin Yew feels proud of his students’ achievements and encourages everyone to be go-getters.
Do what you love! It’s the best motivation to complete all the missions you have set to realise your vision. However, one should have the mental preparation that an awful load of self-discipline is the big key to bringing your dream to fruition. You should be responsible for the decisions you make, jump out of your comfort zone, and always be prepared to face the consequences.The One Academy Department Head of Digital Media Design Lin Yew Cheang.
Realising that some people (like the stereotypical Asian parent) may be obstinate about letting their children venture into the creative field, Lin Yew reminds everyone that having the right emotional support in our endeavours also determines if we can triumph or flounder in life.
Robert F. Kennedy once said that only those who dare to fail greatly can ever achieve greatly! Parents need to build trust with their kids and realise that failure is only a temporary detour, not a dead end. Support your child by giving them strength as well as access to the right education that can help them expand their abilities and at the same time, help them be more resilient in managing challenges that will come their way.The One Academy Department Head of Digital Media Design Lin Yew Cheang.
If you’re looking for inspiration to follow your own dreams, check out the uplifting short film based on the life of The One Academy alumnus P’ng Yi Wei and his journey to accomplish his ambitions, or head on over to The One Academy’s official website for more stirring tales of success.

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The Worldâ€™s Ugliest Dog has been revealed and you wonâ€™t believe what it looks like

Living in a world of full of puppy love with adorable doggos
and waggy-tailed good boys, itâ€™s hard to imagine them looking anything less
than angelic.

Picture Credit: MEME

Well, you don’t need to imagine because the World’s Ugliest Dog Competition is a real thing that just took place in California last week and the winner has been named.
Meet â€¦..*drum roll please*

via GIPHY
Scamp The Tramp!

Picture Credit: Will Bucquoy Photography

Despite having a lopsided face only a fur mother can love, Scamp has won a pawesome trip to New York for TV appearances, 1,500 US Dollars in cash (RM6,000) and another 1,500 US Dollars to be donated to an animal shelter.

Picture Credit: The Press Democrat

The moppy,scraggy, bug-eyed pooch was rescued by Yvonne
Morones in 2014 after she found the pup on an adoption website.
â€œHeâ€™s Scamp the Champ, no longer Scamp the Tramp,â€ a thrilled Yvonne told The Press Democrat, â€œI think the audience saw his beautiful spirit and everything heâ€™s given back to the community.â€

 Picture Credit: The Press Democrat

Yep, despite his off-putting appearance, Scamp is a true good boy, volunteering as a â€œreading dogâ€ for children and providing companion to senior citizens.

Created via Imgflip

Scamp also beat out 18 other oddly-shaped, unsightly canines who are actually pretty cute if you look hard enough (and maybe squint a little).
Hereâ€™s some of our favourite so-ugly-theyâ€™re-adorable pupperinos:
 Picture Credit: Will Bucquoy Photography

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Which is your favourite ugly dog?


[Watch] Accident At Jalan Pudu Kills A Passenger, Man Blames Death On Late Ambulance

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A car passenger died at the scene after getting involved in an accident near Jalan Pudu, Kuala Lumpur, around 5.50am on Monday, 22 August.

According to Utusan, a 23-year-old woman driving a Perodua Axia lost control of her vehicle and hit the road curb before skidding. Police received a report of the accident at 6.50am.
Dang Wangi police chief Assistant Commissioner Noor Dellhan Yahaya said the driver sustained injuries and was sent to the red zone in Hospital Kuala Lumpur.
However, a 30-year-old male passenger died at the scene.
  @utusantvofficial Mangsa seorang lelaki berusia 30 tahun cedera parah dan disahkan maut di lokasi kejadian. #trendingnewsmalaysia #beritaditiktok #fyp ♬ Suspense, horror, piano and music box – takaya
In a video uploaded on Facebook, a member of the public could be heard shouting at the paramedics because the ambulance allegedly arrived late to the scene.
The man assumed that the delay was due to racial bias.
The man shouting at paramedics at the scene. Video: Adinda Qilla/ FB
Netizens said the man can’t blame the death of the passenger on the hospital and the speed of the ambulance.
They also questioned why the man tried to turn it into a racial issue and asked others to empathise with the work demands of healthcare professionals.
A netizen added that the paramedics responding to the emergency call wouldn’t know the race of the victim.

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KL Woman Giving Food To Needy Families During MCO Gets Unexpected Surprise From Grab Driver

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During the Movement Control Order (MCO), Lui Sze Chiang has been busy donating food supplies to families struggling to put food on the table as the economic downturn ravaged their livelihoods.
While arranging for the delivery of food packs to needy families this week, the Kuala Lumpur-based woman received an unexpected surprise and shared the story of the kind deed on Facebook.
To ensure that the supplies reaches the needy families, she arranged for an e-hailing Grab driver for the delivery. She was a bit nervous about the weight limit of the supplies but the driver waved her worries away.
The driver came and I explained to him about the food packs for the needy.Â  He immediately agreed to carry all.Lui Sze Chiang.
Some of the food packs with groceries that Lui has donated to needy families.(Credit: Lui Sze Chiang/Facebook)
The two chatted for a minute about those who are struggling due to the MCO before wishing each other goodbye.
But as Lui turned to arrange for the next delivery, the Grab driver stepped out of his car to offer her a special surprise – a RM20 note.
He said to use it to buy food for the needy and keep doing what you all have been doing. I was shocked and said no no no. I canâ€™t take his money as Iâ€™m sure he is also struggling and working very hard during this period… but he insistedâ€¦Lui Sze Chiang.
The special RM20 note Lui received from the Grab driver.(Credit: Lui Sze Chiang/Facebook)
Gobsmacked, all Lui could do was thank the considerate man for his contribution. For her, the RM20 note was far more precious than its monetary value.
This RM20 is very special, it shows us the kindness of the people, the humanity that will help each other during the hard time… This RM20 also encourages us to keep doing what we’ve been doing.Lui Sze Chiang.
She notes that itâ€™s these small gestures that can make a big difference in someoneâ€™s life.
Itâ€™s amazing to see Malaysians coming together to support each other during these difficult times and we salute these quiet heroes for the good they put into the world!

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PPMM Urges Authorities To Control Durian Prices So People Won’t Get Cheated

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Malay Consumers Association of Malaysia (PPMM) president Lieutenant Colonel (Rtd) Che Hassan Che Johan has had enough of overpriced sub-par versions of the King of Fruits and is now urging the authorities to intervene and set a ceiling price for durian clones according to their grades.
Speaking to Bernama, he highlighted how expensive durians can be, and how disappointed customers would feel after spending what little money they had on a durian to feast with their families, only to find unripe, rotten, or tasteless pieces of durian, instead of the golden creamy flesh they were promised.
For instance, the Musang King durian, it has grade A, B and C.Lieutenant Colonel (Rtd) Che Hassan Che Johan
Che Hassan explained that ceiling prices of durians should be set according to its grade and action should be taken against traders who sell higher than the set price instead.
He was commenting on the price of durians when he was asked to comment on a report about how some durian vendors were pricing durians based on the type of car the customer arrived in.

Fruit Sellers Pricing Durian Based On The Kind Of Car You Drive

Che Hassan opined that the excuse that durian is a seasonal fruit and hence it’s price cannot be controlled is no longer reasonable.
He also advised customers to bring their own containers and asking the vendors to open the fruits on-site to ensure that they weren’t tricked into buying inedible ones.

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[Watch] Over 140 Homes In Janda Baik Affected By Flashfloods And Landslides

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Continuous heavy rain yesterday, 11 May, has caused several areas in Janda Baik, Bentong, to be hit by flash floods and landslides.

The rain started around 2am and caused the nearby river to rise rapidly and flood homes.
The Star reported that over 140 houses had been flooded in neighbourhoods such as Kampung Sum-Sum, Kampung Lampin, Kampung Cheringin and Kampung Pulau Santap.
According to New Straits Times, the Bentong Fire and Rescue department, Janda Baik Volunteer Fire Department (PBS) and several other agencies helped to coordinate relief efforts.
Upon receiving the alert at about 5.37pm, 19 firemen with three fire engines were deployed. Fortunately, there have been no reports of any injuries so far.
1. Continuous heavy rain from 3am today has caused several areas in Janda Baik, Bentong to be flooded and hit by landslides. As of 8am, more than 140 houses have been flooded in Kg Sum-Sum, Kg Lampin, Kg Cheringin and Kg Pulau Santap.📹: social media https://t.co/N6NYhumDxG pic.twitter.com/5YB8c3G46I— BFM News (@NewsBFM) May 11, 2022
Pahang Fire and Rescue Department deputy director (Operations) Ismail Abdul Ghani said 30 families were affected by the floods at Kampung Chemperoh and 12 families at Kampung Sum-Sum. They have all been safely evacuated.
Bentong district police chief Supt Zaiham Mohd Kahar said the water level in the area was receding.
Due to the landslides, the old Bukit Tinggi-Genting Sempah road had been closed but the road heading towards Janda Baik was still passable.
ANIH Berhad senior general manager Radzimah Mohd Radzi said the KM68 stretch along the Kuala Lumpur-Karak Highway (KLK) Expressway heading towards Kuala Lumpur is still safe to use despite floods in nearby areas.
Kampung Janda Baik in Bentong, Pahang hit by floods early this morning. This public picture shows a flooded area on the old Genting Sempah road at Pulau Santap📸net pic.twitter.com/XqeYsZEA9S— Kuala Lumpur Reporter 🇲🇾 (@KL_Reporter) May 11, 2022
Allahuakbar! Banjir pagi tadi di Janda Baik, Pahang. Ujian buat penduduk di sini, di bulan Syawal pulak tu🥺Semoga dipermudahkan segalanya untuk orang di sana ya! #MolekFM #jandabaikbanjir #jandabaik #hujan #banjir #pahangKredit: @kosmo_online pic.twitter.com/yxPgHOY12j— Molek FM (@MolekFM) May 11, 2022
The flood sets back chalets and homestays
The flood set back several chalets and homestays in the area that were still recovering from the devastating floods last year.
One of the affected resorts is Tiarasa Escapes Glamping Resort owned by Malaysian artist Puan Sri Tiara Jacquelina.
New Straits Times reported that the resort had to be closed for 3 days. They had to ask guests to check out and return another time to enjoy the full Tiarasa experience.
The flood affected the resort’s water supply and muddied up the area and facilities such as the riverside tents and the swimming pool.

Tiara said the flood was worse than the December flood last year. Although her resort was not as badly affected as the nearby resorts due to its location on higher ground, she said it’s still sad to see videos of flooded resorts.
As we nicely got back up on our feet again, another flash flood happens. Throughout the 4 years we’ve been operating, and in the history of Janda Baik, this apparently has never happened before, and it’s really heartbreaking, frustrating and inconvenient.Malaysian artist Puan Sri Tiara Jacquelina
She said the cleaning process is underway and the resort is expected to be ready for guests again by this Friday.

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‘Tis The Season To Be Blue-Beary? A&W Adds Colour To December  [Review]

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This holiday season, A&W introduces a new flavourful twist in its menu, the Blue-Beary Burger series. Yes, as the name implies, they have blueberry jam in it.

The Blue-Beary Burger series features two types of burgers, one called the New Grilled Chicken and another one called the Double Juicy Beef Patty.
Double Juicy Beef Patty (left). New Grilled Chicken (right).(Credit: Melissa Suraya Ismail / TRP)
As I’m the type of person who loves to try out new or quirky flavours, I thought I’d give it a try.
The Taste Test
I got both of the burgers, one in a set and the other ala carte.
The burgers are not soggy because well, they just put a small dollop of that blueberry sauce. I was expecting the sauce to be oozing and dripping out of the burger like in the ad. But that’s okay, let’s give it a try first.
The blueberry sauce on the Double Juicy Beef Patty (left) and the New Grilled Chicken (right).(Credit: Melissa Suraya Ismail / TRP)
At first bite of the chicken burger, I find the taste quite weird but acceptable. It was sour at first with just the sauce but then I got a taste of the sweet blueberries. The sweetness from the blueberries kinda overpowers the grilled chicken.
For the beef burger, I feel like the blueberry sauce actually goes well with the beef patty. The sweet and sour taste complements the savouriness of the beef patty. It’s actually quite good. It reminds me of the lingonberry jam.
Although there’s only a few blueberries (left), they certainly bring out the sweetness. You can upgrade your fries to a curly one for RM1 and your Root Beer to a float for RM1.50. (Credit: Melissa Suraya Ismail / TRP)
The price for a Blue-Beary Chicken combo is RM17.90 while the Double Juicy Beef Patty is RM19.90. They come with a side of fries and a rootbeer. You can choose the Lite Combo if you want a light meal without the fries.
The Verdict
I would say that the flavour is a bit quirky. The jam itself may be fine but together with the fruits? It’s a tad too sweet. Now I know why they just put a dollop of those. It would be a dessert if they add on the sauce too much.
Nevertherless, it’s an acquired taste. I’d give the New Grilled Chicken a 5/10 while the Double Juicy Beef Patty a 7/10.
(Credit: Melissa Suraya Ismail / TRP)
To compare, if you like the Swedish meatballs with the savoury gravy and lingonberry jam or the breakfast McMuffin together with the grape jam, then these burgers are for you. It’s just a bit sweeter, that’s all.
The Blue-Beary Burger series is available at all A&W outlets near you for a limited time only so go and try it now.

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Thereâ€™s an Instagram account that celebrates Mâ€™sian scientists and their achievements!

Name a famous Malaysian scientist. What are they famous for? What do they specialise in? How did they get there?
Were you able to answer any of these questions?
There’s more to science than aspiring to become a well-paid doctor, despite what your parents insist. The science industry is vast with many specialisations, but Malaysians don’t even know about it because of how little Malaysian scientific achievement is talked about.

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Thankfully, “100 Scientists of Malaysia” are here to change that!
The Instagram account celebrates local scientists and their achievements to further promote the science and technology industry in Malaysia.

On top of that, they also use other social media platforms like Twitter and Facebook for people connect with local scientists and get to know them better!

Hello everyone, this is Kavita @kavita889 here available to answer any questions you might have 😊 https://t.co/KEQ0h2X83k
— 100 Scientists of Malaysia (@_100SoM) October 12, 2019

“100 Scientists of Malaysia” proves that there are actually many great Malaysian scientists out there.
In fact, Malaysian scientists are constantly making waves globally for their achievements.
In 2016, three Malaysian chemical engineering experts received scientific recognition as being the â€˜Worldâ€™s Most Influential Minds in 2015â€™.Â

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More recently, in February this year, a Universiti Teknologi Petronas (UTP) postdoctoral research scientist was chosen as one of the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry’s (IUPAC) â€œPeriodic Table of Younger Chemistsâ€.

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These were amazing achievements, but sadly, not remembered or widely acknowledged.
The studies that are remembered seem to always be led by scientists from advanced countries.
For example, in 2009, a team of British scientists conducted a study of moths on Mount Kinabalu and published their findings in the prestigious journal, Proceedings of the US National Academy of Sciences.
Alfred Russel Wallace, a co-discoverer with Charles Darwin (the guy who came up with the theory of evolution) conducted his fieldwork in the Malay Peninsular and Borneo and documented his findings in the popular classic, The Malay Archipelago, published in 1869.

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Malaysian scientists should be at the forefront of research carried out in our own backyard, and be acknowledged for their findings.
Instead, what we have is our government continuously announcing that the country needs more science graduates, while local science graduates are saying there arenâ€™t enough positions in the industry.
Meanwhile, curious young Malaysians who are interested in pursuing science careers donâ€™t know who to look up to and have no one to guide them.
Malaysian scientists need to do more and be recognised for their efforts!
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70-Year-Old Hunchback Uncle Works As Food Delivery Man

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An elderly person is persistent in earning a living by working as a food delivery rider.

In a viral video, the hunchbacked uncle drew the sympathy of netizens.
The uncle said he only rested when it was time to pray.
I break my fast and take it at this surau, Hartamas surau. I’ve eaten, I’m on (work) back. There’s no holiday (fasting month), there’s no rest. If you want to pray, just rest.The uncle giving a glimpse into his daily life.
  @hazwanhfiz Kesian pada masa yang sama cemburu dengan semangat pakcik Grabfood ni.  Dalam bongkok² dia pun satu KL dia pusing cari rezeki bulan puasa ni.. Moga dipermudah segala urusan beliau. Yang biasa duduk di Mont Kiara & Sri Hartamas mesti biasa jumpa pakcik ‘legend’ ni. #Grabfood #MontKiara #SriHartamas ♬ original sound  – Jayhadee®
According to the netizen who posted the video, Hazwan Hafiz, he has encountered the elderly man several times around Mont Kiara and Hartamas.
The uncle takes a lot of food around that area on a motorbike, he told mStar.
According to Hazwan, even though he had met the rider, he never asked more about his family or children.
I also had a chat with him before, but it was more about asking about his condition, are there a lot of orders? Where to send them? That’s it.Netizen Hazwan Hafiz on his interactions with the uncle.
Hazwan is impressed by the perseverance of the uncle who is still determined to earn a living despite his frailty and old age.
Many netizens also expressed their sympathy, not least those who wanted to track him down to offer help.
Meanwhile, some claimed that the uncle has a son who is too lazy to work.
They added that the uncle was previously working as a driver for a Datuk but he left the job due to late wages and racism.
plot twist : salahkan anak2 dia , sebab aku sendiri dengar cerita uncle zack ni . Anak pemalas taknak kerja a.k.a biawak hidup, pakcik ni resign dari driver dato’ sebab lambat bayar gaji + racist . btw , pakcik ni selalu ade dekat area Mont Kiara . https://t.co/KpsQbQ2wb0— PU Hamadi (@syed_hamadi1) November 19, 2021

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Covid-19: Top Glove Factory Workers In Klang Put Under EMCO After Teratai Cluster Outbreak

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The Top Glove worker’s hostel in Klang, Selangor has been placed under Enhanced Movement Control Order (EMCO), announced Senior Minister (Defence) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob today.

The EMCO will be put in place at the hostel from 17th until 30th November after it was identified as a Covid-19 hotspot aka Teratai Cluster.
The Senior Minister explained that the EMCO covers the company’s male hostel, female hostel, Jalan Abadi 1A/KU8, Jalan Abadi 1A and Jalan Abadi 10/KU8 in Klang – which involves 13,190 factory workers and 1,200 residents.
Ismail Sabri also stated that the EMCO was put in place to enable KKM to continue with targeted screening on the workers and residents.
PKPD di Asrama Pekerja Top Glove, Klang, Selangor bermula 17 Nov sehingga 30 Nov 2020. Setakat 15 Nov, Kluster Teratai yang melibatkan pekerja syarikat ini melaporkan 214 kes positif. pic.twitter.com/y3ijjFYll5— KKMalaysia🇲🇾 (@KKMPutrajaya) November 16, 2020
However, the Top Glove factory will remain open
The National Security Council (MKN) has not decided to close down the factory yet.
Instead, Top Glove is instructed to screen all workers who will be working at the Klang factory, as well as all hostels they live at, in addition to cleaning and sanitation of the premises.
How Teratai Cluster was detected
Malaysiakini reports that most of the Top Glove factory workers in Klang found positive lived at the hostels along Jalan Teratai in Meru.
Cases at the factory were initially reported on 5 November with 17 employees testing positive for Covid-19 following a screening exercise. Teratai Cluster was later confirmed by the Health Ministry on 7 November
4 kluster baharu.Daripada 1,168 kes baharu hari ini, 112 adalah daripada kluster baharu.132 masih menunggu keputusan.#kkm pic.twitter.com/6XQZQT2OlE— KKMalaysia🇲🇾 (@KKMPutrajaya) November 7, 2020
Teratai Cluster currently comprises 215 infections.

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Antivaxxers Willing To Pay RM2,500 To Change MySJ Vaccination Status, Netizens Say It’s Wasting Money

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Many people were shocked to find out that 14% of umrah Omicron cases were not vaccinated. That’s 17 infected individuals out of the 122 in the group.
READ MORE: 14% Of Umrah Covid Cases Were Not Vaccinated, Says KJ
Due to this, many people also wondered how these unvaccinated individuals passed all the rigorous checks and were allowed to fly.
This mystery has been sort of debunked by a Twitter user who shared a post from a Malaysian antivaxx Telegram group.
The post allegedly claims that people can pay to change their vaccination status in the MySejahtera app.
Hehe pic.twitter.com/DfgrIn7xFl— FātinR 🦋 (@FatinRazzaq_) January 6, 2022
Those who want to game the system only need to pay RM2,500 and provide their name and identification card number. They would also need your MySejahtera ID.
It’s said the ‘fake’ vaccination status can be used everywhere and it’ll get past enforcement officials too.
The updates will also be done following the number of doses allowed to make it look all official-looking.
At the end of the message, there’s a reminder to keep this ‘scam’ a secret.
Funnily, there’s a discount offer too if they can get more than 5 people who want to change their vaccination status.
Netizens say it’s a waste of money
Netizens were shocked and furious at the irresponsibility of some people who would fork out money to lie.
A few netizens said that it’s such a waste of money since vaccinations are given for free.
The total payment for the fake vaccination status is more than some people’s one-month salary.
i cant believe theres dumbwit yg sanggup bayar 2.5k rather than get vaxed 😭— :^) (@virginpoppi) January 7, 2022
Buang duit je, teringat yg mak sy cerita tentang nenek saudara, tentang vaksin, nenek saudara ckp barang free wat apa nak bayar, bukan senang kerajaan nak kasi free..— xXx (@hawa_abdullah) January 7, 2022
A netizen sarcastically mentioned that they know a better trick to change the vaccination status for free.
It all starts by making and accepting a Covid-19 vaccine appointment.
Mahal betul nak tukar status vaksinasi. Ini semua agenda Illuminati. Saya tau trick untuk tukar status vaksinasi secara percuma dalam mysejahtera. Pergi je ke PPV dan buat appointment atau walk-in terus untuk dapatkan first dose. Semoga bermanfaat, rakan-rakan unvax sekalian— commoner_s_kid_nobodys🏴☠ (@evildimsum) January 7, 2022
Netizens have also formed their own theories and think that it must be an inside job at vaccination centres (PPV).
This is because the people working there are the only ones who will have access to key in and edit the details.
I can say that this is perbuatan orang yang handle PPV tu sendiri sebab dorang je ada access untuk keyin the details. Bukan susah pun. I tahu laa i pernah jadi volunteer. 💁🏽♀ https://t.co/RM1UGlXFfs— Lalalitamplum 🏴 (@CikLalaa1604) January 7, 2022
The fact is, attempts to fake vaccination certificates and statuses aren’t new.
Another person claimed that some private clinics offer empty vaccines so the patient gets a vaccinated status without actually being vaccinated.
Sebenarnya ada private clinic yg accept bayaran sebanyak RM1K and ada yg RM600 utk cucuk vaksin kosong , semata utk dapatkan sijil vaksin dkt mysejahtera app (:— Fyna Bob (@abigirloco) January 7, 2022
Due to all these possible scenarios happening behind the scenes, netizens asked the authorities to investigate the matter.
@KKMPutrajaya @Khairykj @DGHisham this whatsapp needs investigation from MOHe.— Proud #AnakMalaysia 🇲🇾 (@WhiteGreyF) January 6, 2022
According to New Straits Times, forging digital vaccination certificates is a serious offence with a maximum 7-year jail term or RM100,000 fine or both.
In other words, just don’t get a fake vaccination certificate and status.

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The Golden Voice Of Malaysia And The Man Behind â€œGaya, Mutu, Keunggulanâ€

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The passing of Farit Ismeth Emir does not just mean the loss of one of the nationâ€™s greatest talents. To some extent, it also signifies the end of a generation.
Faritâ€™s golden voice is one that many Malaysians grew up listening to. He was a familiar face on RTM, and was best known for anchoring the Berita Dunia Jam 10 segment on TV1.
It was his signature style to conclude the show with some pearls of wisdom, ranging from the importance of being patient to the true demonstration of sincerity. He then ends it with a catchphrase that he is often known for – â€œfikir-fikirkanlahâ€.

The booming voice of our childhood

For those who are younger, Faritâ€™s voice also signals the beginning and end of a favourite show on television.
Anthony recalls watching the last bits of Faritâ€™s Malay news segment on television as a child. â€œI remember this particularly because I had to stop my cartoon tape, then switch to the news channel for my grandmother around 7-8pm,â€ he said.
For others like Raj, Faritâ€™s voice was the one that came before the much anticipated Hollywood movie segment on TV2. Raj said: â€œWhen you hear him say â€œGaya, Mutu, Keunggulanâ€, you know that is when the movie is about to start.â€
â€œGaya, Mutu, Keunggulanâ€ is another phrase that is closely associated with the late newscaster. It was the tagline of a Dunhill television ad that was aired in the 80s and 90s, which was also played before the Hollywood movie segment that the cigarette brand used to sponsor back then.

Farit stressed the importance of building oneâ€™s own trademark as a TV personality

Just as he built his own trademark in TV ads and presentations, Farit encouraged others in the business to do so too.
Newsreader and host Iesya Toh regards Farit as her mentor, who encouraged her to build her own trademark. According to him, this will bring her â€œcloser to viewersâ€ – just like what he did on Berita Dunia Jam 10 with his pearls of wisdom.
Farit also advised his son, local musician DJ Fuzz, on the importance of developing his own style.

â€œGaya, Mutu, Keunggulanâ€ personified

With his magnetic baritone voice, his signature suit-and-tie image, as well as his strive for excellence in his job – pretty sure we all agree that Farit himself exemplifies â€œgaya, mutuâ€ and â€œkeunggulanâ€.
We may never see a news anchor like him on Malaysian TV, or hear a voice as golden as his, for a long time.
Hereâ€™s to the man who addressed us not as mere viewers, but as his â€œsaudaraâ€.
Goodnight Farit Ismeth Emir, kita jumpa lagi.

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27YO Fake Army Colonel Nabbed In Tampin, Authorities Say He’s Been Evading Arrest For Years

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A 27-year-old security guard who had been impersonating a colonel in the Armed Forces’ Gerak Khas unit for the past three years was arrested by the police yesterday following a raid at a house in Rumah Rakyat Sungai Layang, Rembau.

According to Tampin district police chief Supt Anuwal Ab Wahab, the suspect, who is also a wanted person, had been evading the authorities for over three years prior to his arrest.
The police had also seized a fake pistol, a set of Armed Forces uniforms and related accessories, a bag with a police logo and a set of handcuffs from the house, Anuwal said.
The suspect had on 8 December 2018, attempted to enter a Territorial Army camp in Tampin, during which the suspect said that he wanted to meet the deputy commanding officer and personnel from the sergeant major company.
“However, he failed to produce any authority card or any other document to prove that he was a senior officer from the Armed Forces,” Anuwal was quoted as saying by The Star.
Anuwal said that the suspect was taken to the district police station for further investigation.
The case is being investigated under Section 170 of the Penal Code, which provides for a maximum jail of up to two years or a fine or both.

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Those Who Violate MCO Have To Record Their Statements First, Says Ismail Sabri

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Those found violating the Movement Control Order (MCO) will have to record their statements at the police station before the Attorney General’s Chambers (AGC) decides whether to charge them in court, according to Senior Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob.
He said the procedure is the same for all individuals for allegedly violating the MCO.
Ismail was addressing a query by the media regarding the standard operating procedures (SOPs) for those breaching the order as some are taken to court straight away while others have their statements recorded first.
Earlier, the daughter of UMNO President Datuk Nurul Hidayah Ahmad Zahid was called in by the police to record her statement after she flouted the MCO along with her husband to visit a few Ministers in Putrajaya.
This is in contrast to another case involving a student who was fined and sentenced to a week in jail for sending a birthday cake to her boyfriend around the same time.
First offenders will face up to six months jail time and a fine. If it’s a second offence, they will be charged a RM1,000 fine and can be locked up for up to 6 months.

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MACC’s Probe On Individuals Linked To The LCS Scandal Completed, Waiting For AGC For Further Action

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The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) yesterday announced that it has completed investigations on several individuals that were linked to the delay of the RM9 billion worth of Littoral Combat Ships (LCS) project.

“The investigation paper has been submitted to the Attorney General’s Chambers with the MACC’s recommendation to charge several people in court.
“We will now wait for further instructions from the AGC,” the graft busters were quoted as saying by New Straits Times.
MACC’s announcement came a day after Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob urged for its investigation of the ship scandal to be expedited.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, Ismail called for the attorney-general to prosecute all parties that were responsible for the mishap.
“I called Attorney General Tan Sri Idrus Harun and MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki after the Cabinet meeting to immediately act in accordance with the decision of the meeting,” Ismail said.
Ismail also said that the government had agreed to make public of the reports from the Special Investigative Committee on Procurement, Governance and Finance on the matter, which was chaired by former Auditor-General Tan Sri Ambrin Buang.
The project was handed to Boustead Naval Shipyard Sdn Bhd (BNS) in 2013 – through direct negotiation – which in return is supposed to build and delivered six LCS ships by the end of 2023.
However, with RM6.083 billion being paid to the contractor so far, none of the LCS ships had been completed while the project cost had overrun by RM1.4 billion, as per the finding of Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC) report which was released last Thursday.
READ MORE: TLDR: An Unfinished Defence Project Worth Billions – What Is The LCS And Why Do Politicians Care So Much About It?
Several high-profile individuals were also linked to the scandal, where they allegedly played a role in siphoning and abusing their power in the purchase dealing of these ships.
BNS, is a subsidiary of Boustead Holdings Bhd, with the Lembaga Tabung Angkatan Tentera (LTAT) being its largest shareholder.
In defending BNS, LTAT chief executive officer Datuk Ahmad Nazim Abdul Rahman said that the company had spent RM6.1 billion out of the RM9 billion contract to buy the materials and equipment for the ships in bulk as it would be cheaper rather than buying them individually.
He also added that under the current contract between the contractor and the government, the construction of all six ships must happen all at once.
It was reported that under the initial LCS contract, BNS was supposed to already deliver five vessels to the Royal Malaysian Navy (TLDM) by this month.
READ MORE: Najib To DAP: LTAT, The Army & The Rakyat Are My Cronies

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What is with these copy-paste comments?!

Recently, we’ve had a number of people posting the same phrase.

Apparently, it’s a trend among those vying to be among a page’s Top Fans that started on IGN’s Facebook page in early May 2019.
Some believe the comments are intended to troll, others find them to be attempts to acquire Top Fan badges.
So, while we are impressed by the efficiency of CTRL C + CTRL V, everyone is commenting the same thing so it gets a little boring.
Mix it up a bit la…
However, we want you all to know that we think of every single one of you as a Top Fan!

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But if everyone is a Top Fan, doesn’t that mean no one really is?
Here’s us, sending all our love to you! Thank you for the support!

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Only 3% Of EPF Members Have Enough Money For Retirement, Says EPF

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Only 3% of Employees Provident Fund (EPF) contributors can afford retirement.

Bernama reported that this is attributed to Covid-related withdrawals which has affected their savings.
EPF Chief Strategy Officer Nurhisham Hussein was quoted saying that i-Sinar, i-Lestari and i-Citra withdrawals have reduced the amount of money in their EPF accounts.
He said that by the end of the year, around 54% of EPF members who are 54 years old have less than RM50,000.
Nurhisham also mentioned that those who took out savings their would need to work for four to six years just to cover back the amount.
Even with Covid-19, 80% of Malaysia men and 90% of Malaysian women will reach 60, while one out of three men and two out three women will reach 80. We now estimate that only 3% of Malaysians can afford to retire.EPF Chief Strategy Officer Nurhisham Hussein
He said that a majority of people who finally take out their savings as they reach 55 tend to spend all of it within two to three years.
It’s reported by Astro Awani that around RM101 billion have been channelled to 7.4 million members through facilities such as i-Lestari, i-Sinar, and i-Citra.
The Employees Provident Fund mentioned that although the facility has provided relief to the members involved, it has resulted in 6.1 million members now having less than RM10,000 in their accounts.
Out of that number, around 3.6 million members have less than RM1,000.
The fall in the amount of savings was even more worrying for Bumiputera members, as 78%, or more than three-quarters, had applied for the withdrawal facility. As a result, 4.4 million, or 54% of Bumiputera members now have less than RM10,000, and 2 million members, or 25%, have less than RM1,000.Employees Provident Fund

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Heng, Ong And Huat With Crispy New RM10 And RM50 Banknotes, And Where To Get It For CNY 2022

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During Chinese New Year (CNY), it’s tradition to give ang pow to friends and family.

But Chinese people don’t like using old notes for the beautiful red envelopes, which symbolize good wishes and luck for the new year ahead.
This is why, the banks would never fail to provide the coveted new notes at automated teller machines (ATMs) across various locations nationwide.
This coming CNY, several banks have announced when and where their customers can obtain the new notes.
Maybank
Maybank is making available new RM10 and RM50 notes at selected locations beginning from Saturday (22 January) until Tuesday, 1 February 2022.
For every selected location where the new notes are available, only one denomination can be withdrawn from the ATM.
Maybank has made it easier for customers by listing out the locations and the denomination available – either RM10 or RM50.
CIMB Bank
Fresh notes for CNY can be obtained from selected ATMs nationwide between 24 January and 2 February.
CIMB is making available new notes in the denomination of RM10, while crisp RM50 notes are exclusively available at the ATMs in Menara CIMB.
The bank did not indicate the maximum amount each customer can withdraw or the maximum number of daily withdrawals.
Hong Leong Bank
New or good-as-new notes can be exchanged at Hong Leong Bank branches on a first-come-first-served basis, as announced on its Facebook page.

As no full list is available, customers have to visit the nearest branch to check on the availability.
Digital Lucky Red Envelope
Nevertheless, consumers are encouraged to protect the environment while spreading festive joy by reducing the need to print new notes.
In the age of digital wallets, this can be easily done by sending e-ang pows using DuitNow.
DuitNow enables you to transfer funds instantly to anyone at any bank, using your recipient’s DuitNow ID instead of their account number.

As an added incentive, some banks are offering cash rewards to customers for going green.

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Amelia Henderson’s Court Case Sheds Light On Contracts And Exit Clauses

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Actress Amelia Henderson has once again become the talk of the town, with some netizens taking her side.

Over the weekend, Amelia turned heads when news came out that she had been ordered to pay more than RM200,000 in compensation for breaching a contract with drama producer Datuk A. Aida.
According to news reports, Amelia had agreed with the production to act as the main character in a drama series, Sekali Lagi Cinta Kembali, which is an adaptation of a novel written by Anna Milia.
She was sued by the production house after allegedly pulling out at the last minute.
The New Straits Times reported that Amelia was ordered to pay RM90,000 in general compensation and repay the total production costs of RM101,325 with five per cent interest to the company as well.
She was also issued an injunction barring her from repeating or spreading defamatory remarks against the production company and RM18,000 in costs.
When news hit the net, netizens immediately took Amelia’s side, pointing out that the reason she broke the contract was because she refused to act as a rape victim being married to her rapist.
Twitter user @AdawiahAziz said:
I learned that A Aida is producing drama that romanticising rape… Tsk tsk, this is very irresponsible. What does she hope to achieve? Condoning men to rape and indoctrinate women to accept it as an act of love? Total BS #WomensRightsAreHumanRights.@AdawiahAziz via Twitter
Another Twitter user @TheVenusDarling also shared similar opinions.
From what little I’ve gathered, it’s because the script was changed and she has to play the role of a rape victim who marries her rapist? I’m begging Malaysian script writers to stop writing about this. We actual survivors exist and are telling you that it’s not ok. No more depictions of rape being swept under the rug and ‘made halal’ marriage. That s*** destroys souls. How uncreative do you have to be to repeat this same tired old s***? I feel like people who do this know absolutely nothing of real life anguish and it shows.@TheVenusDarling via Twitter
Meanwhile, others also argued that this was a good chance for the film industry in Malaysia to read up more on exit clauses to avoid similar situations from recurring.
Twitter user @luxentX said:
Since she (Amelia) is appealing the case, this story ain’t over. Actors need better contracts. Especially one with an exit clause when they have creative differences. This is something FINAS should look into since there is no actor’s guild in Malaysia.@luxentX via Twitter
He also added that talent contracts are outdated and there is a need to take into account different broadcast platform rights such as merchandising; scheduling (reshoots); payment schedules and penalties for late payment.
Another Twitter user @jillliyana pointed out several points that actors need to address in their film or drama contracts following this drama between Aida and Amelia.
Their list included the following:
Conditional acceptance: Acceptance of the contract will only be absolute once they receive the script in full.Minimum rest time: 8 hours per day, and maximum shooting time 6 days per week.Neither party is allowed to change the shooting date without the other party’s approval in writing.The deposit paid to the actors to book their time pending receiving the script in full is non-refundable.Any type of harassment shall not be tolerated.
According to the Employment Act 1955, there are several circumstances in which an employee may terminate contract of service, one of which is to give the other party due notice on the intention to terminate.
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