Online Helper Apps Are Still Running To Do Everything Else For You

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Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin announced that starting 13th to 26th January, most states in Malaysia will be under another extension of the movement control order once again.
All activities are suspended and only essential services will be open during this time.
However, Malaysia also has many thriving online services that will be extraordinarily useful at this time, so that you can still keep your life on track without having to worry about the minutiae.
1. Grab
Credit: Grab.my
All Grab services will still be available, including GrabFood and GrabMart. Don’t worry about your makan time, just makan at home only!
Get it here: Android| iOS
2. GoGet.my

Have a GoGetter run any errand you need, whether it’s sending food to your parents or helping you sanitize the office. Just post a job and find help!
Get it here: Android | iOS
3. Kaodim.com

If you’re worried about being bored at home, it’s a good time to pick up some new skills! In addition to other services, Kaodim also offers lessons. See if you can request for a lesson in the comfort of your own home!
Get it here: Android | iOS
4. ServisHero

This is probably a good time to get stuff fixed in your house. That leaky faucet you’ve been ignoring? The air-conditioning unit that makes a thunderous noise? Well, you’re going to be home for a while. Why not make it more comfortable for yourself?
Get it here: Android | iOS
5. Foodpanda
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Foodpanda now also has a grocery mart called Pandamart that will deliver fresh groceries to you anytime, any day. (Yes, it runs 24/7!) They are also running free delivery promotions until March, so why not give it a try instead of risking yourself with others panic-buying at the grocery store?
Get it here: Android | iOS

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LRT & KTM users can now skip KL Sentral to switch trains with new Pasar Seni link bridge

Taking the public transportation to work in Klang Valley isnâ€™t
always easy.
If youâ€™re anything like this writer who gets nervous sweats
every time the train approaches KL Sentral due to the sheer volume of people battling
to get in and out of the carriages, hereâ€™s some good news for you:
LRT & KTM users can now skip KL Sentral to switch
trains with new pedestrian link bridge in Pasar Seni!
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Yes, RapidKL has heard our complaints prayers, and opened up a new pedestrian bridge that links the Pasar Seni LRT Station with KTM Kuala Lumpur Station.

Credit: Prasarana Malaysia Berhad & MRT Corp

Not only will this bridge be of use to LRT and KTM users, but also MRT users whose only KTM interchange options were previously KL Sentral (Muzium Negara) or the distant Sungai Buloh and Kajang terminal stations.
With the opening of this bridge, the commute time is also shortened for KTM users who want to switch to LRT Kelana Jaya and MRT Sungai Buloh â€“ Kajang lines.
Whatâ€™s more, it will also help in easing the dreaded KL Sentral congestion that most LRT/ KTM/ KL Monorail users are familiar with.

Credit: Meme Center

If youâ€™re worried about the amount of walking youâ€™ll have to do to switch trains, donâ€™t worry as the bridge is only 102 meters long AND equipped with fans and travelators!

The newly opened pedestrian link bridge at LRT Pasar Seni LRT station.(Credit: @MyRapidKL/Twitter)

KTM Kuala Lumpur Station Dayabumi Entrance with directions to pedestrian link bridge. (Credit:  Prasarana Malaysia Berhad & MRT Corp)

According to the Prasarana Malaysia and MRT Corp press release, the 102-metre-long bridge was built by Mass Rapid Transit Corporation Sdn Bhd (MRT Corp) as per the MRT Sungai Buloh-Kajang (SBK) Lineâ€™s scope of work.
The construction of the bridge which started in April 2016 actually
came out one month ahead of its December 2019 completion schedule.

The pedestrian link bridge plans between LRT Pasar Seni & KTM Kuala Lumpur stations. (Credit:  Prasarana Malaysia Berhad & MRT Corp)

While commuters still have to tap in and out of stations, the
bridge is primed for seamless interchange between the three lines when fare integration
between the LRT-MRT and KTM fare collection system become a reality in the future.
For now, LRT & KTM users will rejoice in having the
option to skip over KL Sentral to reach their final destinations.

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In the meantime, donâ€™t forget to check out our articles on the struggles of taking the public transport if you are an LRT user HERE or a KL Monorail user  HERE.

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Win Hearts & Minds To Counter Israeli Threats, Malaysian Government Told

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The Malaysian public needs to be better acquainted with the counterintelligence efforts of the government in the wake of the security threat issued by Israel.

The Malaysian Consultative Council of Islamic Organization (MAPIM) advised the government to embark on a vigorous campaign of public information, civic action, and other persuasive measures to gain the crucially important support of the populace.
“The government needs to convince the people of its strength, its concern for the Palestinians striving for their rights, and its ability to punish anyone who conducts espionage, sabotage, or assignations in Malaysia on behalf of foreign governments or elements.
“The high-profile assassination of Hamas-linked Palestinian lecturer Fadi al-Batsh in 2018 and the brazen murder of the North Korean leader’s half-brother Kim Jong Nam in 2019 are some examples that foreign agents can conduct assassinations here in Malaysia.
“That our sovereignty could be breached, again and again, could be a reflection of the level of confidence and support of the people,” said MAPIM president Azmi Abdul Hamid, urging the government to win the hearts and minds of the people by words and deeds.
MAPIM president Azmi Abdul Hamid. (Pic credit MAPIM)
Azmi was commenting on a recent statement by Home Minister Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin that all national security agencies have increased security measures to maintain public order.
This comes after Israeli television reported that the Israeli leadership had ordered its intelligence agencies Shin Bet and Mossad to kill Hamas leaders inside Gaza and outside the Palestinian territories.
It said that Israel’s intelligence agencies would ‘neutralize targets’ in countries such as Iran, Qatar, Turkey and Malaysia.
Association of Nexgen Christians of Malaysia (ANCOM) advisor Jason Leong said such an act by Israel would constitute a flagrant violation of international law.
Association of Nexgen Christians of Malaysia (ANCOM) advisor Jason Leong.
“Malaysia will not be alone; the whole world is against such attacks by Israel,” he said.
Angkatan Belia Islam Malaysia (ABIM) president Muhammad Faisal Abdul Aziz said the open disrespect for international law is a vindication of the world’s critical attitude towards Israel.
He called on Malaysians to support the ongoing boycott, divestment, and sanctions (BDS) movement against Israel.
“It may not bring about an immediate end to Israeli oppression, but at least we can give moral support to the struggles of the Palestinians led by Hamas,” he said.
Hamas is the Palestinian Islamist group that rules Gaza, a self-governing territory that borders Israel and Egypt.

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From Kopitiams to Cafés, The Evolution of Malaysia’s Coffee Culture

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I remember the first cup of coffee I had. I was 14 and had just cycled to the comic book store and wanted to sit and relax and have a drink. Having seen the Starbucks brand in the Austin Powers movie, my curiosity got the better of me, and I wandered in and ordered a latté.

Little did I know the amazing taste and tingling sensation that it would send throughout my body. I had just been introduced to coffee. That’s when I decided I want to be a barista.
The Legend and History of Coffee
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It’s fairly ubiquitous. Anywhere you go, it’s probably not too far away. Legend has it an Ethiopian farmer discovered that his goats became energised after consuming from the coffee plant.
But the earliest written account of coffee roasting and brewing come from 15th century Arabia. Southeast Asia and South America became major coffee producers in the 18th century during European colonial times.
Malaysian Coffee and the Kopitiam
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Here’s a little known fact: we also have our own coffee farms in Malaysia. But because they’re mostly of the Robusta variety which is grown at a lower altitude, they are considered lower quality beans.
These beans end up in the instant coffee selection (such as Ipoh White Coffee) and kopitiam venues, where they are roasted darker than most beans, with palm oil and margarine. Baristas agree that it has a  thicker, more robust, earthy flavour, slightly on the bitter side, signature of a kopitiam.
Kopitiam, which is originates from the combination of the local word for coffee, ‘kopi’ and the Hokkien/Hakka word ‘tiam’ meaning shop, have been around since coffee has been traded in the region, for hundreds of years.
Believed to have originated in Penang and established by Chinese merchants, they are a part of our heritage and culture.
The Evolution of Malaysia’s Coffee Culture
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In recent years, there has been a surge in Kuala Lumpur’s coffee scene. New cafés popping up all over town, faster than you can say ‘Kopi O Satu!’
Many of these little independent cafés around town take their cue from the coffee culture in Melbourne. Recognised as one of the coffee capitals of the world, some Malaysians who studied there were inspired to bring the culture back home.
Melbourne’s coffee culture came to them quite naturally, as the city hosts the largest Italian population outside of Italy, and they have been taking coffee very seriously for hundreds of years. Espresso is an Italian word, they invented the stuff!
In fact, in the 70s, when Starbucks former CEO Howard Schultz was tasked with growing the brand from a small coffee roasters and café in Seattle, Washington into the giant coffee corporation it is now, he found inspiration from the Italian coffee culture on a trip there.
Enter: International Coffee Chains
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You can find them all over the place. They have played a major role in the way caffeine has been consumed for many decades now, and on a global scale. You expect a certain consistency when you come to one of these places, and generally you get it.
But is it the best coffee you can get? Starbucks has made a distinction in their selection by opening special ‘reserve’ stores like the one in The Four Seasons Hotel in KL, offering the rarer beans and larger variety of brewing methods.
To Each Their Own
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Everyone has their preference, and there is no wrong answer when asked the question “How do you like your coffee?” Coffee snobs will tell you that single origin, organic, fair trade, Arabica beans, etc, are some indicators of how to tell the best coffee from the rest, and they may be right.
But I think the old man at the kopitiam might enjoy his simple Kopi-O just as much as any would-be coffee connoisseur would.
Which is precisely my point, as one who tries to appreciate coffee in all its forms (yes, even the instant stuff), I whole heartedly believe that the best type of coffee is the one you enjoy the most.
 The one that makes you happy, regardless of what others think. My father, for instance, can’t stand the espresso coffees. Give him a kopitiam kopi any day.
Someone once told me “Life is too short to ruin your day with a bad cup of coffee.”
Let’s appreciate coffee in all its forms. Cheers!

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What is PPE and Why Is It So Important?

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Ever since Covid-19 was declared a pandemic and Malaysia went into battle mode, a lot of talk had been centred around insufficient personal protective equipment (PPE) for healthcare workers.
Weâ€™ve seen clips of medical front liners making their own gowns and face shields out of trash bags, hair bands, sponges and more. Many people have a vague understanding that PPE protects medical personnel from getting infected but thereâ€™s a lot more going on than that.
What is PPE?
PPE guide for Covid-19.(Credit: CDC via 90.1 FM WABE)
PPE is the special equipment worn to create a barrier between infectious material (like bacteria and viruses) and a person, especially the skin, mouth, nose and eyes.
This barrier acts to block the transmission of germs from blood, body fluids and respiratory secretions.
PPE may also protect patients who are at high risk for contracting infections through a surgical procedure or who have a medical condition, such as an immunodeficiency, from being exposed to substances or potentially infectious material brought in by visitors and healthcare workers.
When PPE is needed
Contrary to popular belief, PPE usage is not solely reserved for patient-related activities in treatment centres.
It is vital in preventing transmission of infections through various activities such as cleaning, waste management, safe burials, and community care related to the outbreak (eg: disinfection).
Housing and Local Government Minister Zuraida Kamaruddin carries out a public disinfection operation at a wet market.(Credit: Bernama via Malay Mail)
In fact, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO) the trinity of infection prevention and control consists of:
hand hygienepersonal protective equipmentwaste management materials
Basics of PPE
Standard PPE consists of gloves, mask and gown. But when dealing with blood or airborne infections, PPE includes face protection, goggles and mask or faceshield, gloves, gown or coverall, head cover, rubber boots.
A health worker in protective suit swabs a driverâ€™s mouth at a drive-through testing site for Covid-19 at KPJ Damansara Specialist Hospital in Petaling Jaya.(Credit: Yusof Mat Isa/Malay Mail)
According to the United Statesâ€™ Centers for Disease Control (CDC), these are the types of PPE typically used in healthcare settings.
Gowns/aprons â€“ protect skin and/or clothingMasksâ€“ protect mouth/noseRespirators â€“ protect respiratory tract from airborne infectious agentsGoggles â€“ protect eyesFace shields â€“ protect face, mouth, nose, and eyes
If youâ€™re not following proper wearing and removal procedures, PPE is useless.
You go through all that trouble of wearing the protective equipment only to shoot yourself in the foot by taking it off wrongly.
Current advisory on use of PPE is for medical personnel and frontliners. But if you are going to wear it anyway, thereâ€™s several key points:
Wear before contact with the patient, generally before entering the roomUse carefully â€“ donâ€™t spread contaminationRemove and discard carefully, either at the doorway or immediately outside patient room, remove respirator outside roomImmediately perform hand hygiene
Credit: World Health Organisation (WHO)
Thereâ€™s also a proper sequence of wearing PPE which goes; gown first, then mask or respirator, goggles or face shield, finally gloves.
While the average member of the public does not have access to full PPE, there is an increase in wearing face masks and gloves during the Covid-19 pandemic. So hereâ€™s some important information that you should know.
Mask
Credit: Malay Mail
Surgical masks provide barrier protection to the wearer from splashes and droplets to the area of the wearerâ€™s nose, mouth and respiratory tract. It also catches the wearerâ€™s respiratory droplets from coughing and sneezing. So it’s important to make sure that the mask covers both the nose and mouth with a snug fit.
They do not provide protection against aerosol particles and are not classified as respiratory protective equipment.
Importantly, masks should not be left attached around the neck following use and must be discarded immediately after each use.
Respirators (eg N95)

Respirators, or respiratory masks, form a tight seal around your nose and mouth to protect the wearer from airborne pathogens.
Without the tight seal, itâ€™s not effective. So if you have a beard and wear a respiratory mask like N95, it defeats the purpose.
Gloves

Gloves do not replace the requirement for good hand hygiene.
They are single-use items and should be changed when they have become contaminated. They cannot be decontaminated or reused.
Gloves should be put on immediately before the commencement of a task and removed as soon as it has been completed.
Hands must be washed with soap and water, or alcohol-based sanitiser, before and after wearing gloves.
Once youâ€™re done with a pair, throw it away into a rubbish bin, preferably one with a lid.

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Malaysia Climbs Four Ranks In Rule Of Law Index

Malaysians feel that the countryâ€™s rule of law is becoming increasingly robust.Â
World Justice Projectâ€™s (WJP) reported that our rank in the Rule of Law Index has climbed four spots for 2020.
The index measures how the rule of law is experienced and perceived in 128 countries and jurisdictions across the globe by running national surveys of more than 130,000 households and 4,000 legal practitioners and experts.
The survey measures the rule of law performance across eight key factors. Including things like constraints of government powers, absence of corruption, fundamental rights, civil justice, criminal justice, etc.
 Malaysian police seizing 284 luxury bags, 72 bags of cash and valuables from former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak’s apartments.  (Credit: The Straits Times)
According to the index, Malaysia is perceived to have improved our constraints on government powers, fundamental rights, regulatory enforcement, and civil justice, increasing our score by 5.1%.
Malaysiaâ€™s climb in ranks also means we are now in seventh place among 15 countries in East Asia and the Pacific region.Â
The top three countries in the region are New Zealand, Australia and Singapore. While the bottom three countries in the region are the Philippines, Myanmar, and Cambodia.
Globally, Denmark, Norway, and Finland bagged the top spots, while Venezuela, Cambodia, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo had the lowest overall scores.
State health enforcement officers issuing summons to an errant smoker during the smoking ban ‘Ops’ at Bayan Baru food court in Penang. (Credit: The Star)
Although Malaysia and several other countries managed to improve their rule of law scores, the index found that most countries around the world either remained unchanged or showed a deteriorating rule of law.Â
These countries have also been showing a decline in scores for the third year in a row, demonstrating a persistent downward trend towards a weakening and stagnating rule of law globally.
The largest declines for 2020 include Cameroon, down by 4.4%, and Iran by 4.2%

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Malaysian Born Journalist Awarded 2021 Pulitzer Prize For Explanatory Reporting

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He anticipated the course of the coronavirus pandemic, clarified its dangers, and illuminated the American government’s disastrous failure to curb it, no wonder he won the 2021 Pulitzer Prize for explanatory reporting.

Meet Ed Yong, a Malaysian born journalist who has been a journalist for the Atlantic since 2015, and his wife, Liz Neeley.
Last night, we celebrated @edyong209’s #Pulitzer win. I’d like to say the same thing to you as I did in my speech: for the past year+, we have all struggled to make sense of a global crisis while attempting to survive it. We will continue to cope with it all for years. (1/3) pic.twitter.com/mNmfjwN8BB— LizNeeley (@LizNeeley) June 12, 2021
He was awarded with the Pulitzer prize on 12 June
!!!!!!!! https://t.co/2NLaHKoVqv— Ed Yong (@edyong209) June 11, 2021
“I count around 300 sources who took time to share their expertise with me during a year when we all had little time to spare. I learned SO MUCH from you all and I’m grateful to you for helping our readers,” wrote Yong in a tweet.
He added that he will be splitting the prize money between everyone who worked on the stories with him last year. “Every editor, copy editor, fact checker, artist, and more. Even when individuals win Pulitzers, their work depends on a community. I want to honor mine”.
Yong’s achievement was a result of his trailblazing work for the past 16 months. Check out this post from The Atlantic for a list of the stories that Youg did.
1/ The Atlantic’s @edyong209 has won the 2021 Pulitzer Prize for explanatory reporting. In a series of articles, Yong anticipated the course of the coronavirus pandemic, clarified its dangers, and illuminated the American government’s failure to curb it. https://t.co/c6RwLqypSh— The Atlantic (@TheAtlantic) June 11, 2021
“He correctly predicted an interconnected set of dangers: breakdowns in international communication, chronic underfunding of public health, shortages of supplies and scientific expertise at the federal level, President Donald Trump’s inadequacies as a leader,” said The Atlantic about Yong.

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The PM’s granddaughter is engaged!

Meera Alyanna Mukhriz, 24, the eldest child of Kedah Menteri Besar  Datuk Seri Mukhriz Mahathir and wife Tok Puan Norzieta Zakaria, was officially engaged over the weekend with 25 year-old, Ezran Daud.

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 Some shots from yesterday ✨♥ 📸: @qippyphotography
A post shared by  Meera Alyanna Mukhriz 💫 (@ally.mukhriz) on Apr 21, 2019 at 3:58am PDT

 She looks breathtaking in that Innaigroup dress.

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 We did it!! We threw a traditional Majlis pertunangan just to please all the offended people of the internet during Ezran's proposal… Just kidding! But thank you to everyone who made it happen. All the hard work and countless hours. Thank you to my amazing #maidofhonour @suhaila.sh who even spoon fed me in between taking photos. If there was any drama, I don't know anything about it so thank you to everyone who kept my day perfect. Thank you to my amazing parents and everyone who attended. And thank you to my FIANCÃ‰ @ezrandc ! Boy, you did good.  TEAM:  Hair: @ckayliow  Makeup: @norianathefacedesigner  Dress: @innaigroup  Decor: @fleurbyrld  Dulang Girls Baju: @emma_wf  Candle door gifts: @lilinandco Food: @shangrilakl Photography: @qippyphotography
A post shared by  Meera Alyanna Mukhriz 💫 (@ally.mukhriz) on Apr 20, 2019 at 5:37am PDT

 The two lovebirds posing on their dais.
They have been together for almost 3 years now but have been friends for 10 years. They decided to make it official when Ezran proposed to Ally about 4 weeks ago.
For more photos check out the hashtags  #takemetoaandeand #foreverallez.

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 Candle door gifts for the engagement ceremony of Ally & Ezran. Check out that detailed artwork. Congratulations to the beautiful couple! 💍💍#ForeverALLEz #TakeMeToAandE
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Doorgifts for the engagement ceremony.

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 #BTS of #ForeverAllez. @ally.mukhriz looking effortlessly beautiful in @innaigroup while @ckayliow and I do what we do best.  Still canâ€™t move on with the engagement. 😭💕 #MakeupbyNoriana #BridalbyNoriana #bridalmakeup #timelessmakeup #naturalmakeup #skinfocus #glowingbride
A post shared by  Noriana (@norianathefacedesigner) on Apr 22, 2019 at 7:38am PDT

 Ally getting dolled up by Malaysia’s top make-up artists norianathefacedesigner and hair stylists ckayliow.
Their small event was attended by family and close friends.
Pic Credit: Instagram
Congratulations once again and we can’t wait for the glitzy wedding!


World Uyghur Leader Looks To Malaysia For Support

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The World Uyghur Congress (WUC) has expressed its deepest gratitude to Malaysia for its support to the Uyghurs.

WUC co-founder and executive committee chairman Omer Kanat affirmed that support of Malaysia for the Uyghur people in these critical circumstances is vital to keep their hopes alive.
Malaysia have always supported the struggle to achieve our rights, especially self-determination, the end of the severe ill-treatment and arbitrary detention of Uyghurs in state-sponsored internment camps in Xinjiang (East Turkestan), China.Human rights advocate Omer Kanat to TRP on his pride in the relations between the Uyghur people and Malaysia.
Kanat, who was recently in Malaysia on an official visit, met with government leaders, academicians and non-governmental organizations.
Among others, Kanat met with Dewan Rakyat Speaker Datuk Johari Abdul at the Parliament.

Kanat hopes the good relationship between Malaysia and China could persuade Beijing to engage with the world constructively on the Uyghur issue.
The issue of Uyghur Muslims in China is a sensitive and complex topic, and the Malaysian government has taken a cautious approach in addressing it. Malaysia also has close economic ties with China, this may be a factor in the government’s approach to the issue.Human rights advocate Omer Kanat to TRP on why Malaysia has not explicitly condemned China’s treatment of Uyghur Muslims.
He pointed out that Malaysia has maintained a policy of non-interference in the domestic affairs of other countries, including China.
However, Malaysian civil society organizations and religious groups, such as the Malaysian Consultative Council of Islamic Organisation (Mapim), have spoken out against the treatment of Uyghur Muslims in China.

Kanat, who is also Executive Director of the Uyghur Human Rights Project (UHRP) added that future plans are ongoing to establish an Uyghur-based NGO in Malaysia, to be staffed and led by WUC.
At the same time, Kanat is optimistic that Malaysian lawmakers would debate the Uyghur issue in the Parliament.
All these, he said, are to ensure the Malaysian public remains well-informed on the Uyghur situation in East Turkestan.
UHRP Calls on UK Foreign Office to Cancel Genocide Perpetrator’s Trip to London – Uyghur Human Rights Project https://t.co/Ax7OTb0RTv— Mahinur Uyghur (@mahinur_uyghur) March 19, 2023
Walking A Geopolitical Tightrope
Some Malaysian politicians and activists have also called for the Malaysian government to take a stronger stance on the issue and to pressure China to end its policies towards Uyghurs.
Alhamdulillah hari ini usai anjurkan satu Forum Kemanusiaan Peduli Uyghur bersama Ahli Parlimen Malaysia dan Pemimpin NGO anjuran @abimalaysia & Pej Parlimen Setiawangsa YB @niknazmi.1/2 pic.twitter.com/cUk9LDKyyY— Faisal Aziz ☕🇲🇾 (@faisalazizfa) July 7, 2022
However, Malaysia has also taken steps to ensure that it does not become complicit in human rights abuses against Uyghurs.
For example, Malaysia has stated that it will not deport Uyghur refugees back to China, despite pressure from the Chinese government.
Malaysia also abstained in the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) motion to debate the alleged human rights violations.
READ MORE: Malaysia Has No Opinion On Uyghurs In China, Abstains From UN Vote
READ MORE: With New NGO, Malaysians Show Support For Uyghurs
We would like to thank all 17 countries which voted Yes to the UNHRC motion to investigate China’s crimes on Uyghurs. These 17 countries stood up for humanity. Uyghurs are very disappointed with the countries who condoned China’s Uyghur Genocide with their No vote.Umar uyghur pic.twitter.com/KSvujRUgY6— Umar Uyghur (@uyghurumer1) October 8, 2022
Overall, while the Malaysian government has not taken a strong public stance on the issue, voices within Malaysian civil society continue to advocate for action on behalf of the Uyghur Muslims in China.
Malaysia has strong economic ties with China, and China is Malaysia’s largest trading partner.
China is a significant destination for Malaysian exports, particularly commodities such as palm oil, rubber, and timber.
Additionally, Chinese companies have invested heavily in Malaysia’s infrastructure projects, including the construction of ports, railways, and pipelines.
2022: China and Malaysia have been enjoying strong economic ties, adding that the trade volume in 2022 have reached a historical height of US$203.6 billion, increasing 15.6% year-on-year. This is the first time the volume has surpassed US$200 billionhttps://t.co/kOy37kfQeg— Kharlel (@Kharlellife) March 16, 2023
The War On The Uyghurs
The Uyghurs are a Turkic ethnic group native to the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region in China, also known as East Turkestan.
They are one of China’s 55 officially recognized ethnic minorities, and their population is estimated to be around 12 million.
The Uyghurs have their own distinct language, culture, and customs that are different from those of the Han Chinese majority.
Historically, they have been a predominantly Muslim community, and their culture and religion have been influenced by Central Asian, Persian, and Islamic traditions.
In recent years, the Chinese government has been accused of suppressing Uyghur culture and religion, as well as engaging in human rights abuses against Uyghur people.

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[Watch] Young Sabah Boy Kept High Spirits While Selling Keropok In The Rain

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A young boy selling packets of keropok in the rain touched the hearts of many when a video taken by Tiktok user ErickX (@mungz_21) went viral.

It’s believed that the young boy wearing a bright green raincoat was selling keropok along Gaya Street in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah in the middle of the night.
Although the rain could have slowed his business, the young boy maintained a cheerful spirit and continued to lug a basketful of keropok on each arm.
He even exchanged fist bumps with strangers seated at a walkway eatery.
  @mungz_21 😇🙏🏻  #fyp #strongkids ♬ Nan Ko Paham – Kkz D BLG
Due to his positive attitude, a man, believed to be TikTok user ErickX, probably wanted to help the boy earn some pocket money that night and gave him RM5 without purchasing any keropok.
The boy looked curiously at the green ringgit note before giving the man a ‘salam’ as thanks.
In the comments, ErickX said the boy quickly placed a keropok packet on their table before running away.
Netizens praised the young boy for his entrepreneurial spirit and hope that he’ll become a successful businessman in the future.
They also admired the fact that the young boy didn’t resort to begging but worked hard to earn some money to help his family.
A few netizens who met the boy before said he also sells fruits and is a cheeky comedian.

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Westerners Freak Out Over Kelantanese “Abe” Massaging Kedah Footballer’s “Tight Groin”

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The internet got a kick out of watching Kedah FA player David Rowley getting a traditional Malaysian massage to treat a “tight groin” he suffered after one of his matches.

A video shared by British media company UNILAD featured the 30-year-old Australian born midfielder taking audiences on a trip to Kelantan where he meets with Abe Pa, a traditional village healer in Kota Bharu who he says has “magic hands” and can put your muscles back into place.
Rowley said that his former teammates from Kelantan recommended the treatment and had themselves been visiting the healer for years.
Footage of the massage therapy showed Rowley painfully moaning and twitching about as the healer’s hands rubbed and stroked his lower body.
“What’s the problem?” Rowley asked Abe Pa as the middle-aged man massages his inner thighs. The healer explained that Rowley was feeling pain because his legs were “tight” and he had a “pulled muscle”.
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In the comment section, a number of playful viewers cried foul over the contents of the clip, saying that the healer’s hands were a little too close to the footballer’s “goalie”.
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While others were doubting weather the traditional therapy was even legit.
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Can you put “things” back in place?
According to chiropractor Randeep Singh Manocha, it is anatomically impossible to manipulate or “pull back into place” the position of the human muscle and tendons without causing serious injuries or through surgery.
Muscle tissue is such that it either gets strained or it tears if subjected to any type of stress or trauma. Even when someone says they’ll click or crack your back. And the sound that you hear is a bone going back into place.Randeep Singh Manocha.
Speaking to TRP, Randeep explained that most people commonly confuse their pain and injuries and can’t really tell the difference between the internal parts of their body.
Sometimes even they’re not sure what they mean, that is whether they mean (the) nerve, vessel, muscle (or) tendon… These things can often present with similar symptoms. That’s why when patients come in we do a thorough exam to determine the cause first. Then, start treatment.Randeep Singh Manocha.
However, the chiropractor does confirm that you can indeed relieve muscle pain by getting a massage.
Yes, you can pull (or) strain a tendon or muscle. Tendons connect muscles to bones… So when you pull a muscle (or) tendon, massage kind of helps, depending on the extent of an injury.Randeep Singh Manocha.
Traditional massage – as old as civilization itself
Historically, massages and other traditional healing methods have been practised by cultures around the world for as old as civilization itself and is even considered by the World Health Organization (WHO) as a complement to modern medicine.
Here in Malaysia, researchers note that traditional Malay healing techniques such as massages or “berurut” as we locals call it, have been passed down and practised since the 19th century.
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The basis of Malay massage techniques is said to focus on “angin” or wind as well as the “urat” or veins – the nervous system or lymphatic and blood vessels. During treatment, the masseuse would expel the angin from a person’s body by kneading and massaging specific urat and body parts.
TRP attempted to contact Abe Pa for more information on his special massage techniques. We’ll be sure to feed you the deets once we have em’.
You can also check out Rowley’s full body massage experience he posted on his personal YouTube channel in 2019.

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Source:
Use of traditional and complementary medicine in Malaysia: A baseline study
WHO traditional medicine strategy: 2014-2023
Knowledge transfer and management among Malay traditional massage practitioners in the north of Malaysia
Crafting a uniquely Malaysian massage
No, Your Masseuse Can't Heal Your Illness Through Burps


Road Repairs Takes Time As It’s Toll-Free, Bung Mokhtar Tells Sabahans

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Sabah Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Seri Bung Moktar Radin said damaged roads in the state take time to repair as it is toll-free.

Bung was commenting on public complaints about the pothole-strewn 6.4km stretch of road connecting Sandakan and Telupid.
The public had taken to social media to voice their grievances, as the road condition is among the causes of road accidents in the area.
The road is so bad that they compared it to the moon’s surface.

The public was further enraged after the deputy chief minister said in March that the road will not be repaired.
The reason given was that the Pan Borneo Highway project will be completed in two years.
Sabahan road users were not amused and demanded that the road tax be waived until the new highway is finished.
They pointed out that vehicle repairs exacerbated by poor road conditions have added to their financial burden and Sabah already ranks as Malaysia’s poorest state.

Money Talks
In May, the Sabah government said it had applied for RM265 million from the federal government to repair damaged roads in the state.
Bung Moktar, also the State Works Minister, said the state government sympathized with the people’s grievances, especially road users who were affected by the construction of the Pan Borneo Highway on the east coast of Sabah.
Bung Moktar said he met Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob and informed the Finance Ministry about the allocation application.
Despite the announcement by the Sabah Umno leader, the public remain sceptical and for good reason.

Airport Upgrade
Bung Moktar was speaking to reporters during a visit to Sandakan Airport with Transport Minister Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong.
The Sandakan Airport, which was upgraded at the end of last year, will be a catalyst to drive development in the district, especially in the ecotourism sector.
The RM80.9 million project was approved in 2017. Construction began in 2019, among others, involving the extension of the existing track from 2.133 kilometres to 2.5 kilometres.
The project also involved widening the aircraft parking area, upgrading flight navigation equipment and improving the air traffic management system in the Kota Kinabalu Aviation Information Region.
Wee said the focus is on increasing tourists to Sandakan and the Malaysian Aviation Commission will help to ensure that any flight to Sabah via Sandakan Airport be given priority.
The progress at Sandakan Airport had been met with cautious optimism by the public.
Does that include the rat I saw in the men’s toilets last week (at Sandakan Airport) @weekasiongmp? But having said that, condition of the Sandakan Airport is much much better than KKIA. As the “door” to Sabah, KKIA is a disgrace. @sabahtourism @MY_Airports 1/2 https://t.co/MQlPg46kua— Gilbert & Fatin Aue (@vanillathundhh) June 12, 2022

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[Watch] Why You Need A Dashcam – Woman Fakes Being Hit By Car In Bukit Bintang

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Nowadays, the use of dashcams in vehicles seems to be a must for road users.

Dashcams provide a useful viewpoint of a car accident, especially if your insurance provider or another party is trying to blame you for a crash.
The importance of dashcams was recently highlighted in a dashcam video which went viral on social media.
In the video, a woman in yellow faked being hit and injured by a car at Jalan Changkat in Bukit Bintang.
She allegedly faked being struck by the car to demand for compensation.
Worst Performance Ever
Footage showed the woman throwing herself onto the ground in front of a moving car.
The eagle-eyed driver managed to slow down to a full stop some distance from the woman.
That left her with no choice but to get up and kick the vehicle before walking away.

Netizens commented that the woman had been seen loitering at Jalan Changkat.
Some speculated that the woman has mental problems and is perhaps drunk.
Netizens also advised those who own vehicles to consider installing dashcams to guard against such incidents.

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What If Negaraku Was Composed By Hans Zimmer? It Sounds As Epic As You’d Imagine

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Negaraku, Malaysia’s national anthem that’s a soaring ode to the country, one brimming with pride and haunting enough to stir up emotions in one’s chest.

Yes, it’s pretty hard to top Negaraku.
But what if the national anthem had been composed by Hans Zimmer, the award-winning film score composer that gave the world epic themes in Inception, The Avengers, Pirates of The Caribbean and Interstellar?
Well, it’s every bit as epic as you’d imagine.
Credit: Malay Mail
One particularly talented Malaysian composer dared to dream the impossible, and skillfully reimagined Negaraku in Hans Zimmer’s film score style.
This rendition of the national anthem opens with a thrilling beat and the iconic “Inception horn” before fading into a haunting, opulent score and eventually closes with sweeping violins.
While it’s not easy to seamlessly meld the reverence of Negaraku to Hanz Zimmer’s “wall of sound” style, Yuri Wong, the musical genius behind this composition is certainly up to the task.
Yuri Wong.(Credit: yuriwong.com)
He’s actually an award-winning composer and music producer for local films, television shows and more, including Oh My English and BoBoiboy.
In fact, he’s also the mastermind behind the viral remix of the 2013 “Listen! Listen!” that delighted at least 1.4 million Malaysians.

While he’s been under the radar for the past few years, Yuri’s creative compositions have actually been garnering a lot of attention on YouTube.
The talented Malaysian has been crafting famous movie lines into chill beats that have garnered tens of millions of views!

So, just sit back, play this Negaraku-meets-Hans-Zimmer composition and get ready for some chills down your back!

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Students Going Back To School Don’t Need To Wear Uniforms Right Away

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Students returning to school on 1 March who have yet to buy their uniforms can still attend school in normal clothes until the first mid-semester break.

This is according to a Twitter post by the Education Ministry (KPM) in response to questions posed by parents.
KPM said that taking into account the current situation, students who have yet to buy their uniforms can wear other clothes that are appropriate, tidy and modest.
“This allowance is given starting 1 March until 26 March 2021, that is until the first mid-semester break for 2021.
“KPM hopes that this allowance will mean that all students can return to school for face-to-face learning,” read the tweet.
KENYATAAN MEDIAPEMAKAIAN PAKAIAN SERAGAM SEKOLAH pic.twitter.com/aoKyFtqSRn— KPM (@KemPendidikan) February 24, 2021

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Police Looking Into Viral Video Of Malaysian And Israeli Flags Flying Together

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According to Berita Harian, the police have opened an investigation into the dissemination of a video showing a group of individuals singing Negaraku while the Jalur Gemilang and the Israeli flags were raised.

Superintendent Ku Mashariman Ku Mahmood, deputy chief of police in Petaling Jaya, stated that an investigation was conducted after a police report was filed at 11:20 p.m. on Tuesday.

He claimed that the complainant had told the police that a 47-second video clip about the incident had been shared in a WhatsApp group.
Investigations found that the incident happened in September when a group of locals visited the Sea of Galilee, which is located under Israel’s jurisdiction.Superintendent Ku Mashariman Ku Mahmood, Deputy Chief of Police in Petaling Jaya.
The visit was made through Ziarah Kembara, which was conducted by a local travel agency. (And) during the visit, Negaraku was played and the Malaysian flag was raised,” he said in a statement today.Superintendent Ku Mashariman Ku Mahmood, Deputy Chief of Police in Petaling Jaya.
The case is being investigated in accordance with Section 8 of the National Anthem Act of 1968 and Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act of 1988, according to Ku Mashariman.
In the meantime, Ku Mashariman advised the public not to issue statements or disseminate any content related to the incident on any platform.
The re-emergence of the video clip is believed to be linked to the current issue of Israel.Superintendent Ku Mashariman Ku Mahmood, Deputy Chief of Police in Petaling Jaya.
It was claimed that the video was shot during a tour of the Sea of Galilee and that the Malaysian flag was raised and the Negaraku song played by the ship’s captain.

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Use Foodpanda? Don’t Miss These Raya Discounts!

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With Hari Raya Aidilfitri just around the corner, foodpanda Malaysia is all set to reel in the festive spirit with an array of amazing deals and savings to be enjoyed with friends and family. The leading food delivery platform is ready to serve Malaysians with a more convenient and cost-effective way to get their meals and daily essentials delivered to their doorstep as they enjoy quality time with loved ones.
Commenting on these irresistible offers, Sayantan Das, Managing Director, foodpanda Malaysia said, “The beauty of this festive occasion is being able to spend it with loved ones while enjoying scrumptious food, after having fasted for a month. However, more often than not, families would have to go through the hassle of crowded supermarkets to stock up their kitchens with their Raya essentials. This year, with our amazing offers and deals, and a few taps of the finger, users can have their orders delivered right to their doorstep with no hassle.”
Listed below are some of the special offers and promotions that Malaysians would be able to enjoy on foodpanda, Shops and pandamart, all accessible within the app:
Restaurants
     Soul Brew
Get your hands on Soul Brew’s Refreshing Mango Matcha Frappe for that sweet and tangy taste of the tropical fruit blended with premium matcha and hints of chocolate nibs. Looking for something a little different? Don’t forget to try the Strawberry Pudding Creme Frappe that can be enjoyed any time of the day.
     Taco Bell
Calling all Mexican food lovers! Taco Bell has a special treat for all. Enjoy 30% off when you purchase the Chicken Lovers Bundle, consisting of a Crunchwrap Supreme, Chicken Quesadilla, two Kickin Chicken Taco and two Cheesy Nachos for only RM42.
But that’s not all! There’s 32% off on the Family Fiesta too. For just RM42, users can look forward to getting a Chicken Quesadilla, Grilled Soft Burrito, two Cheesy Nachos, two Taco Supreme and two Chocodillas.
Now, that’s what we call a spec-taco-lar deal!
     KFC
Craving for some Cempedak Balls but not sure where to get them? Look no further, as KFC offers their crispy and sweet 5-piece Cempedak Balls for only RM8.49 on foodpanda. Tuck into these golden delights whenever you’re yearning for that perfect tea-time snack.
Shops
Fret not, foodpanda was sure not to miss out on including some special Raya exclusives on shops too.
      Lotus’s Stores (M) Sdn Bhd
It doesn’t get any better than this! Get your dose of tasty Raya treats with the Sinar Handmade Cornflakes Delight 200g and the Sinar Handmade Chocolate Amaretti 250g from Lotus’s Stores on foodpanda.
You can get gift boxes like this for others (or yourself!) via the Shops too!(Credit: Love Earth)
     The Food Merchant
Available on foodpanda, enjoy Jericho Medjoul Premium Dates 1kg and Jooelies Organic Medjool Dates Jumbo Pack from The Food Merchant throughoutHari Raya.
     Mydin
If you’re a sweet tooth looking for something to snack on, try the Myrasa Festive Cookies – Biskut Semperit Bandung 300g and Biskut Semperit Susu 300g from Mydin with no regrets and it will surely put a smile on your face.
     Sam’s Groceria
foodpanda Malaysia prides themselves on providing a wide variety for customers and this is evident with the Orinice Festive Cookies – Biskut Semperit 350g and My Bizcuit Festive Cookies – Black Forest 220g from Sam’s Groceria. What are you waiting for? Get on your app and order them now!
     Everrise (East Malaysia)
There’s something in store for everyone, even those located in East Malaysia! Have the Shamin Fresh Mazafatt Dates 600g 12s and the Lamar Data Ajwa L 250g and it will definitely leave you wanting more.
pandamart
Don’t miss out on the once in a lifetime chance of getting the Coca Cola Raya Bersama, Coke x pandamart Raya Cookies! Also, be sure to buka puasa with a refreshing Coca-Cola Zero Sugar and enjoy 20% off Mix and Match deals. Here’s your chance to redeem meals such as:
Warisan Bonda 2 Tier Tiffin – Rendang Tok + Ketupat Palas (6 pcs)Warisan Bonda 2 Tier Tiffin – Rendang Ayam + Ketupat Palas (6pcs)Warisan Bonda Keloria (10s) with 3 Pots Sauces (1 Kicap Manis, 1 Cheese) 1 SetWarisan Bonda Satay Ayam (6s) 380g
pandapro
foodpanda’s exclusive subscription plan, pandapro is now available in more than 350 partner-restaurants in Klang Valley, and more than 650 across Malaysia.
Here’s your chance to dine-in at one of the top 5 restaurants to enjoy 25% off.
     Dave’s Deli     Penyetpenyet.com     Syed Bistro     Santan     Nasi Kukus Tonggek
Additionally, here are some of the picks for fine dine-in restaurants located in Klang Valley that are offering 25% off for pandapro subscribed members.
     Pier 12 (Bukit Bintang)     The Majapahit (Mont Kiara)     Dar Al-Arab Gourmet Restaurant (Sunway Pyramid)     The Straits Estate @ VE Hotel & Residences (Bangsar South)     The Sultani @ Flamingo Hotel (Ampang)
If this wasn’t exciting enough already, catch the foodpanda Raya Open House 2022 Livestream on Facebook on 12 May 2022 for more surprises. Stay tuned to find out more!

For more vouchers, promo codes, please visit foodpanda.my/contents/deals.

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PM To Address Asean Summit & UN General Assembly In Malay, Says Foreign Minister

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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob will use Bahasa Melayu (Malay) officially in his speeches at the next international meets.

“The Prime Minister has decided that he will deliver his speeches in Malay during the Asean Summit and the United Nations General Assembly later this year,” Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Abdullah was quoted by Bernama.
The Asean Summit is slated for November 2022 while The UN’s General Assembly is usually held in the third week of September.
He said that it shouldn’t be awkward for Malaysian leaders to speak in Malay at international events as other foreign leaders also use their mother tongue at these events.
Saifuddin added that the prime minister too will be using Malay during meetings in his official working visit to Qatar and the UAE next week.
Ismail began to use Malay during official international meetings during his recent visit to Cambodia earlier this month.
The prime minister yesterday pledged for Malay to become Asean’s second language as Malay is used not only in Malaysia but also in Indonesia, Brunei, and Singapore as well as in southern Thailand, southern Philippines, and in parts of Cambodia.
Ismail said that he will propose the matter to the Asean leaders.

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Woman Criticized for Using Free Water At Petrol Station To Wash Her Toyota Vios

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A woman has come under fire from netizens for using free water at a Shell petrol station to wash her car.

The woman, who has not been identified, was seen bringing her soap and sponge to the station and washing her Toyota Vios using the free water provided by the petrol station.
The incident drew criticism from netizens after it was posted in a Facebook group, with many accusing the woman of being a freeloader.
Some netizens even made racist remarks, claiming that the woman’s people always take advantage of free stuff, including toilet paper. (Pix: Facebook/Sang Perhatian)
Others defended the woman, saying she seemed to be a senior citizen and should be allowed to use the free water.
Some netizens criticized the woman for being “kiasu” or overly competitive.
Petrol Stations May Start Charging Money For Water Use
The incident has sparked a debate online, with many wondering whether using free water at petrol stations to wash cars is appropriate.
Some have suggested that petrol stations may start charging money for water use following this incident.
Shell has not commented on the incident, but some netizens have called on the company to take action and prevent people from using their water for non-essential purposes.
It remains to be seen whether this incident will impact petrol stations’ policies regarding free water.
However, it serves as a reminder that we should all be mindful of our actions and their impact on others.
mesti kes kat negeri negeri yg bermasalah air owner stesen minyak rugi teruk.. ramai claim blik lpas beli air mineral buat cebok..tp menteri dah bg air percuma kan pakai lori.. ok kot..🤭🤭— hazri harun (@HazriHarun) April 26, 2023

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Small Malaysian Merchants Made Millions During Lazada’s 11.11 Sale

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The latest 11.11 sale has been fruitful for local micro-small-and-medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) who saw their sales skyrocket during the sales period, according to Lazada.

They said that more than 25 times as much sales were generated by their “11.11 Biggest One-Day Sale” for top Malaysian homegrown brands compared to a typical day – with the top MSMEs listed on the site exceeding the one-million-ringgit threshold.
There are also signs of economic recovery
There are also signs of economic recovery, with nearly 1 in every 2 newly onboarded businesses securing their first online customer within less than 7 days after going live, in the lead up to the recent Lazada 11.11 shopping season.
It is exciting to see that local MSMEs and homegrown businesses are embracing digitalization and showing a healthy growth trend, from store set-up to their first successful sale and beyond, as seen during the recent 11.11 Sale. We are inspired by their resilience and will continue to support their growth by connecting them to our community of online shoppers.Lazada Malaysia Chief Operating Officer Darren Rajaratnam
Credit: Lazada
According to Lazada’s latest Digital Commerce Confidence Index (DCCI) report, 76% of Southeast Asia’s online sellers stated that they are optimistic about future growth despite a challenging operating environment.
The findings also indicated that ahead of the year-end online shopping festivals, such as 11.11 and 12.12, businesses looked to ramp up their inventories and staff levels.
Businesses saw a 24x increase in local buyers on its platform during the first 2 hours of the 11.11 sale this year, compared to an average day during the same period, which Lazada says demonstrates a burgeoning trend of midnight bargain hunters with high purchase intent.
This upward trend, they noted, served as a springboard for local businesses to gain new customers and accelerate their digital growth.
Even though our store only went live on Lazada just two months ago, we are immensely thrilled to have our sales reach over one million ringgit in less than 24 hours on 11 November. Not only that, our store followers rapidly increased by more than 26% after the Lazada 11.11 Sale. We are grateful to Malaysians for supporting local MSMEs on Lazada during these uncertain times and we are also thankful to Lazada for providing the tools, training, and support for local entrepreneurs to grow our business seemingly overnight.The Hopz owner Johnson
Dubbed the year’s most anticipated shopping event, 11.11 is widely regarded as the mother of all online sales.
It was first introduced by Lazada to Southeast Asia in 2013, and Lazada’s ‘11.11 Effect’ has now become the industry standard, popularising double-digit mega sales and cultivating a vast online shopping community across the country – propelling economic activity in the digital space.

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Too Many Dates At Home? Try Including Them In These 5 Delicious Dessert & Snack Recipes

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Dates are no stranger to Ramadan. As it is a fruit that our prophet likes, it’s sunnah for Muslims to break their fasts with a few dates before eating anything else.

READ MORE: This Is Why Everyone Eats Dates During Fasting Month
So, most Muslim households would definitely have dates. Some, more than others. So what do you do with them if you have too many dates?
Well here are some simple dessert and snack recipes for you to use up all those dates!
Here we go:
1. Oat Date Milkshake
This is a recipe shared by Khairulaming in 2020 for his Sahur series. It’s a good and filling drink to have during sahur that could last you for quite a while.
Ingredients:
1 cup of oats1 cup of fresh milk4 – 5 dates1 cup of water1 banana (optional)A spoonful of Nutella (optional)
(Credit: Khairulaming / Instagram)
Steps:
Soak the oats in a cup of milk and the dates in a cup of water overnight in the fridge.Blend both mixtures in a blender the next morning.Add in bananas or Nutella to make it sweeter. You can also add ice to make it an ice blended.
Here’s a video by Khairulaming to illustrate the steps in making this energizing dessert.
        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by Khairul Amin Kamarulzaman (@khairulaming)
2. Date Pudding
If you want a simple and quick date dessert, you can try this type of dessert. But you’ll need a food steamer. The texture is a bit like a concentrated pudding.
Ingredients:
1 cup of dates without the dates2 cups of coconut milk2 tablespoons of sugar1 tablespoon of wheat flour1 tablespoon of cornstarch A pinch of salt2 pandan leaves
(Credit: Masak Masak Tradisi Bersama Zaira / YouTube)
Steps:
Mix the ingredients together and carefully whisk them. Sieve the mixture to remove clumps. Steam it in a preheated steamer for 15 minutes. It can be served hot or cold.
Here’s a tutorial for you.

3. Date Fritters
In Malaysia, we have a ton of fritters from Cucur Udang (prawn fritters) and Cucur Ikan Bilis (anchovy fritter) to Cekodok (banana fritters) and Cucur Jagung (corn fritters). This Ramadan, let’s get more creative with Cucur Kurma or Date Fritters.
Ingredients:
10 -15 dates (according to liking)2 cups of wheat flour1 tablespoon of rice flour2 tablespoons of sugar1/4 teaspoon of salt1/2 teaspoon of yeast1 & 1/2 cups of warm water
(Credit: Buat Orang Lapo / YouTube)
Steps:
Cut the dates into tiny pieces. You can soak them first overnight or for a few hours to make them softer. Put them in a bowl with all of the ingredients and mix thoroughly. Fry them in hot oil using a spoon to drop the batter scoop by scoop.

4. Date Bread Pudding
If you love bread pudding with custard sauce, you can add dates to diversify the sweet fragrant taste. It’s perfect for a dessert after dinner or after tarawih prayers (more).
Ingredients for pudding:
5-7 pieces of bread2 cups of fresh milk4 tablespoons of granulated sugar2 eggs 1 teaspoon of vanilla essence1 teaspoon of cinnamon powder2 tablespoons of melted butter3 tablespoons of raisins1/4 cup of almond flakes to decorate
(Credit: 3 Cups of Spice / YouTube)
Ingredients for custard sauce:
1 tin of evaporated milk2 tablespoons of custard powder2 tablespoons of sugar
Steps:
Blend the dates into a pureeMix in the eggs, cinnamon powder, sugar, vanilla essence and fresh milk.Whisk them together until the batter is smooth. Tear up some bread pieces and soak them in the mixture. Wait for around 10 minutes to let the bread fully soak in. Sprinkle the raisins and almond flakes on top of the pudding.Then pop them in a preheated oven at 170°C for 35 minutes. Meanwhile, for the custard,  in a pan, pour the milk from the tin and mix well with the sugar and custard powder. Swirl the mixture until it thickens.Then both are ready to be served.
Here’s a video for you by 3 Cups of Spice.

5. Date Butter Cookies
If you like bite-sized cookies for some nibbling, then this recipe suits you.
Ingredients:
100 gm dates (without the seeds)125 gm butter (Use premium butter like Anchor or Lurpark for a richer taste)40 gm brown sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla essence2 tablespoons of milk powder1 tablespoon of cornstarch1 tablespoon of rice flour1 teaspoon of baking powder1/2 teaspoon of baking soda1 cup of flour
(Credit: Butterlaici / YouTube)
Steps:
Chop the dates into tiny pieces. You can puree it too if you want. Mix the butter, brown sugar, and vanilla essence together. Add in milk powder, cornstarch, rice flour, baking powder, baking soda and flour to the mixture and mix well.Add in the chopped dates or pureed ones. Refrigerate the batter for 20 minutes. Using an ice cream scoop or two spoons, scoop the batter out into a greased baking tray.  Bake in a preheated oven of 140°C for 20 minutes.
Here’s a tutorial by ButterLaici on these scrumptious cookies.

Pro Tip: If the dates are hard and dry, soak them overnight for a softer texture.
Now that you’ve got all these ideas for date desserts, go use up all those free dates you’ve got from your friends or families and serve them to your guests.
READ MORE: 5 Khasiat Air Rendaman Kurma Untuk Kesihatan Diri Ketika Berpuasa
READ MORE: Have You Tried These Sunnah Superfoods For An Energizing Ramadan?

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Health DG Warns Potential Spike To 5,000 Daily New Covid-19 Cases, Now US Cautions Against Travel To Malaysia

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Alarm bells are ringing as Malaysia is set to see horrific new heights of Covid-19 infections, surging to 5,000 daily cases with weak compliance to the health standard operating procedures (SOP).

With the effective reproduction rate (rt) of Covid-19 at 1.16 (22nd April 2021), Health Director-General Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah shared that the ministry projects that the number of new cases will shoot up to 5,000 new cases at the end of May 2021.
In fact, in the Health Ministry’s observed and projected Covid-19 cases graph, Malaysia’s current case numbers are indeed on track to the worst case scenario.
Credit: @HealthDG/Twitter
The daily number of cases can only be brought down if the effective reproduction rate (rt) of Covid-19 is reduced to 0.8. The coronavirus reproduction rate (R0/R-nought) is the rate at which the infection spreads from person to person. A reproduction rate of 1 means one person can infect one other person.
Kadar kebolehjangkitan Covid-19 atau Ro/Rt pada jangkaan mengikut kes seharian pada 22 hb April 2021 untuk seluruh negara adalah 1.16. Manakala pecahan mengikut negeri adalah seperti di lampiran. pic.twitter.com/3FpfUdb7JM— Noor Hisham Abdullah (@DGHisham) April 22, 2021
US CDC has also labelled Malaysia’s Covid-19 situation at “Very High” level
Just as the Health Ministry released the worrying data, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has advised its citizens to avoid all travel to Malaysia, labelling the current Covid-19 situation at “Very High” level.
Travelers should avoid all travel to Malaysia.US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
In a statement on its website, the CDC said because of the current situation in Malaysia, even fully vaccinated travellers may be at risk for getting and spreading Covid-19 variants, and they should avoid all travel to Malaysia.
If you must travel to Malaysia, get fully vaccinated before travel. All travelers should wear a mask, stay 6 feet from others, avoid crowds, and wash their hands.US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Screenshot from US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website.
Malaysia’s daily new Covid-19 cases have shot up to almost 3,000 this week alone and as Hari Raya approaches in mid-May, health experts are warning Malaysians to reduce social gatherings or we could see 50,000 active cases by then.
READ MORE: Reduce Social Events Or See 50,000 Active Cases By Hari Raya, Say Experts

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Haze: Indonesian sky turns BLOOD RED, here’s why

The skies over Jambi, Indonesia turned an eerie blood-red over the weekend.
Images and footage of the post-apocalyptic scene were popping up on social media.

I’m using english since I got moots from other countries as well.
this is the newest condition of my hometown, Jambi Province, without any filter. at the moment, Indonesia is fighting for forest fire. It’s been a couple months since the last time we- pic.twitter.com/Eqte8ahsjo
â€” fira🦖🐰 (@yoojeongie_) September 21, 2019

(Image Credit: Twitter @filsuflogic)

This’s afternoon is not night. This is earth not mars planet. This is not in outer space. It’s us who breathe with lungs, not with gills. We humans need clean air, not smoke.Location: Kumpeh, Muaro Jambi #KabutAsap #KebakaranHutanMakinMenggila pic.twitter.com/WtEqPphgRT
â€” Kaseehsaulmouk (@kasehsaulmouk) September 23, 2019

What looked like a chapter ripped straight out of a science fiction movie, the hair-raising hue was evidently caused by the haze due to the extensive forest fires in the region.
The crimson glow was not directly caused by the fire, but instead from the smog that has risen up into the upper atmosphere.

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The strange anomaly was a result of a phenomenon called the â€˜Rayleigh Scatteringâ€™ effect.
This occurs when sunlight is scattered by molecules in the air.

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This effect is what makes our normal, earthly sky appear blue in the daytime and redden during sunset.
The smog, dust and airborne particles from the ongoing blaze in the region basically filter out shorter wavelengths of light (blues and greens) while dispersing longer wavelengths (red, orange, yellow), resulting in the Martian-esque scenery that you can see with the naked eye.

Historically, a similar setting happened before in Indonesia when the Krakatau volcano erupted back in 1883 and again during Mount Pinatubo eruption in 1991.
The volcanic ash coming from the Krakatau eruption turned the world’s skies red for months and was also considered to be the backdrop behind Edvard Munch famous painting, The Scream.

(Image Credit: EdwardMunch.org)

There are wonderous reasons for the many natural phenomena that occur on our planet, even during a man-made disaster such as the transboundary haze.


HappyFresh Now Has Their Own Supermarket With Free Delivery

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If you’re an avid user of online grocery shopping apps, then hey! Kudos! It makes life easier, right?

Especially if you use HappyFresh (HF). But do you know there’s an easier and cheaper way to buy the same groceries?
HappyFresh supermarket offers competitive prices with free deliveries (permanently)!
Starting in early 2022, HappyFresh Supermarket is another option of vendors for customers to choose from when they shop with HappyFresh.
HappyFresh is known to compile a plethora of merchants under their application right? Now, they have their own supermarket!
(Credit: Melissa Suraya Ismail / TRP)
With this, they have more assortment of products (which means no Out-of-stock moments) with the best qualities to ship directly to your doorstep. You can guarantee that your produce will the freshest as they have trained personal shoppers picking those up for you.
Our supermarkets are all about consistency and reliability, offering quality and great value for money. Johan Antlov, Chief Growth Officer of HappyFresh to TRP
Not only that, but they also offer free delivery wherever you are, permanently! Far or near, you don’t have to worry about the costs of distance anymore.
Here’s How They Work
Currently, they actually have 7 dark stores covering 93% of the Klang Valley. Those stores are mainly in Batu Caves, Setia Alam, Petaling Jaya, Klang, Bangsar, Ampang, and also Kajang. They’re like warehouses only for product deliveries, and  not accessible to users.
Those stores are big and clean warehouses filled with around 15,000 stock keeping units (SKUs) of fresh, dry and frozen products in their inventory within three closely monitored temperatures.
Cold packaging for frozen or chilled products (left) and boxes of groceries for each customer (right).(Credit: Melissa Suraya Ismail / TRP)
So when you open the HappyFresh App wherever you are in the Klang Valley, there will be a bunch of grocery merchants to choose from, including the HF Supermarket.
So just choose the nearest supermarket to you and order your desired products across a wide range of grocery selections. Once you’ve paid, trained personal shoppers (or their riders who are also trained to pick out the freshest products) will get your order and will pick the products carefully at the warehouse.
Then, it’s just time for them to pack them into a specialised box or cold packaging and deliver them to you for free.
With the inflation and all, they pity the rakyat
As they are targeting the millennials who just started their families and also those working professionals, they know their consumers are more price and product conscious now, especially with the inflation going on. Everything is getting more expensive!
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Thus, to help customers with the rising inflation and cost of living, they come up with their mid-year HappyFresh Supermarket promotion campaign called ‘Cheapest In Town’ with discounts of up to 60% off items until September.
So customers can get all their necessary groceries for their families at cheap prices, hassle-free and all online.
Johan Antlov, Chief Growth Officer of HappyFresh said that Happy Fresh doesn’t want people to think so much about daily chores such as grocery shopping.
You can just skip all the burdensome queuing, parking, heavy grocery lifting and just have them delivered to you, in the comfort of your own home. No stress on prices, no stress on physical shopping.
Our vision is actually to just simplify people’s lives. As simple as that. Johan Antlov. Chief Growth Officer of HappyFresh to TRP
Johan Antlov (left) and their Cheapest In Town campaign (right).
If you wanna save money, and you don’t wanna go to the store, just give HappyFresh a try. Because it has free delivery, it has really competitive prices and it offers an easy and good customer shopping experience. Now is the chance for you to try something new. Johan Antlov. Chief Growth Officer of HappyFresh to TRP
The second phase of the supermarket expansion in Malaysia will be in areas of Johor and Penang in the future. Don’t worry, if they’re not there at your place yet, rest assured that they’ll still be coming. It’s just a matter of when.
For more information, head over to their website or download the HappyFresh App on Android or IOS.
READ MORE: Mark O’Dea Spills The Tea On How He Lives Large And Spends Less
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MPs Called Syed Saddiq “Budak Kecik”, Teresa Kok “Amoi”, & Khairuddin “Saviour” In Parliament

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It was another heated afternoon at the Dewan Rakyat today when a political screaming match erupted as Opposition Member of Parliament (MP) Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman brought up the topic of Plantation Industries and Commodities Minister and Kuala Nerus MP, Datuk Dr. Mohd Khairuddin Aman Razali’s quarantine.

Syed Saddiq had asked Arau MP Datuk Seri Shahidan Kassim on how Khairuddin could be considered the country’s “saviour” after having allegedly flaunted Covid-19 quarantine standard operating procedures (SOP) following his trip to Turkey.
This was when several other MPs jumped into the frame, most notably being Baling MP Datuk Seri Abdul Azeez Abdul Rahim, who acknowledged Khairuddin’s savior status and claimed that the minister had managed to bring in some “RM82 billion” in supposed earnings for the country.
Jelutong MP RSN Rayer had also briefly joined in the discussion.(YouTube/Buletin TV3)
During which, Abdul Azeez had also told Syed Saddiq not to act like a child, calling the 27-year-old Muar MP “budak kecik” in his quick remarks.
The political bickering later continued when Seputeh MP Teresa Kok came in asking for clarification from the government on whether Khairuddin’s visit to Turkey had been an official or private trip.
Teresa Kok stepping into the argument.  (YouTube/Buletin TV3)
In reply, Abdul Azeez said that Khairuddin’s trip had indeed been for official government business, just before Dewan Rakyat Speaker Datuk Azhar Azizan Harun stepped in to put an end to the argument and make way for Shahidan Kassim to finish his speech.
Shortly after, while giving his final thanks to the rakyat for having abiding Covid-19 guidelines during the almost year-long pandemic, Teresa came to interrupt again with a comment implying that everyone was capable of following SOP, except for ministers.
This then prompted Shahidan Kassim to question Teresa on her remark, calling her an “amoi” in the process.
You can catch the roasting contest between the Government and the Opposition, yourself below;

In related news, the Dewan Rakyat will now have its own sign language interpreter to help Malaysia’s deaf and hard of hearing to better tune in on hot Parliamentary tea.
An interpreter from the Malaysian Association of Sign Language Interpreter (MyAsli) will now appear for Dewan Rakyat and Dewan Negara (State Assembly) sessions live on Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM) TV1, daily from 10 am to 12 pm.

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KL Man Sets A Woman’s Car On Fire At Her Apartment After She Rejected His Feelings

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People do stupid things for love but when their hearts get broken, they do madder things.

Last Sunday, a man set a woman’s car on fire after she didn’t reciprocate his feelings.
The 29-year-old man, who felt jilted, made his way to the apartment in Taman Bukit Serdang, Kuala Lumpur and poured oil on the car before setting it on fire with a lighter.
According to Free Malaysia Today, the incident which took place around 5.20 am caused the other car that was parked beside the targeted car to be destroyed as well.
Kecewa cintanya ditolak, seorang lelaki gelandangan membakar kereta milik seorang wanita di pangsapuri Taman Bukit Serdang, Seri Kembangan dekat sini, awal pagi kelmarin. Video tular Facebook pic.twitter.com/40jE1qCsMk— Berita Harian (@bharianmy) December 7, 2021
According to Serdang district police chief A A Anbalagan, a neighbour who saw the car go up in flames alerted the woman.
By the time she got downstairs, the firemen managed to put out the fire.
Based on investigations and CCTV recordings, the police managed to apprehend the suspect at Bandar Kinrara, Puchong.
The suspect has no past criminal records and tested negative for drugs in a urine test.
He’ll be remanded for five days until Friday and the case is investigated under Section 435 of the Penal Code.

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Zahid Hamidi’s Daughter And Son-In-Law To Be Charged With Breaching MCO

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According to Malay Mail, Umno President Datuk Seri Dr. Ahmad Zahid Hamidi’s daughter and son-in-law will be charged with violating the movement control order (MCO).
A few weeks ago, his daughter Datuk Nurul Hidayah Ahmad Zahid was called out by Malaysians for being out and about during the MCO. She made a series of postings on her personal Instagram account that showed her with Religious Affairs Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zulkifli Al-Bakri and later with Deputy Environment Minister Datuk Dr Ahmad Masrizal Muhammad.
Now, the Attorney-General’s Chambers has informed the police to proceed with charging Datuk Nurul Hidayah Ahmad Zahid and her husband with the violation.
The federal police’s Criminal Investigation Department chief Datuk Huzir Mohamed said that he has received instructions to charge both of them under the Regulation 3(1) of the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases (Measures within the Infected Local Areas) and that the prosecution will be conducted soon.
The offence is punishable by a fine of up to RM1,000, no more than six months’ imprisonment, or both.
The CID chief also confirmed that the police had interviewed the couple on April 18 over the violation.
This came after Nurul Hidayah challenged the public to report her to the police, saying that she “has courage in the face of truth”.

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Malaysia’s Love For Gaming Is Worth Billions And It’s Time To Pay Attention

You might think that videogames are all fun, but in Malaysia, itâ€™s a big industry that’s capable of pushing around billions of ringgit every year.
Malaysiansâ€™ love for the medium is not just in terms of consumption but we also have world-renowned creators here who lend their talents to make some of the most beloved titles in gaming.
Our technical and artistic capabilities havenâ€™t gone unnoticed as even Sony has planned to open up a studio in our own backyard.
Recent statistics show there 20.1 million gamers who spent around USD673 million  (RM2.78bil) on games in 2019 alone and Malaysia is one of the biggest markets in Southeast Asia based on statistics by Newzoo.
The country is ranked 21st worldwide as RM2.6 billion (USD633 million) is spent on videogames in 2018.
What are Malaysia’s gaming habits?
Picture Credit: Freepik
Mobile is king
Mobile gaming is the preferred platform in the country as 75% of them prefer to play on their devices followed by PC gaming at 66% and consoles at 55%.
Despite the social stigma of gaming only appealing to men, the data suggests otherwise as thereâ€™s a significant number of women who also like to play video games and whatâ€™s interesting is their percentage is not that far off from men.
Green indicate females while blue represents the malesPicture Credit: Newzoo
Pay to win
Although Malaysians prefer to play free-to-play games, they donâ€™t mind spending a bit extra to increase the odds of winning as statistics show that Malaysians spend a lot on microtransactions.
Numbers show that the majority of gamers (87%) spend money on in-game purchases in the past six months and the most commonly bought item are power-ups as 43% of men and 40% of women purchased them in the past six months.
The reason for this are the popular candy-swapping games, Candy Crush Saga and Candy Crush Soda Saga – two games that allow gamers to pay to use power-ups.
Picture Credit: Google Play Store
We love to strategise
Although many Malaysians love arranging candies in rows, the most popular genre in the country is actually strategy games with more than a third of the urban online population playing the genre on mobile (38%), PC (38%), and via casual-game sites/social networks (32%).
The most popular title is the multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) Mobile Legends: Bang Bang as 35% of Malaysian gamers have played the MOBA within the last 6 months.
Picture Credit: Google Play Store
This is no surprise given that Malaysia already has a Mobile Legends team that brought home the bronze during the SEA Games in the Philippines.
Nintendoâ€™s beloved Mario franchise is one of the most played franchises by a foreign developer with 36% gamers who have played a game in the series within the last six months.
It is attributed to its widespread appeal, nostalgia, and slew of games under the â€œMarioâ€ banner including platformers, party games, and sports tiles, to name a few.Â
Attention-grabbing business
Another lucrative aspect of gaming is the video game production side where Malaysians have shown the capabilities to not only be part of world-renowned teams, but also to create our own video games as well.
Malaysia Investment Development Authority (MIDA) said that in 2018, the local gaming industry contributed at around RM400 million (USD100 million) to the countryâ€™s revenue and is expected to grow at a 5-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.9% from 2017 to 2023.
By 2023, the industry is expected to grow to USD168 million (RM695 million).
The Malaysian Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) sees that Malaysia has the potential to become a key player in the gaming industry within the next 5 years.
The numbers show that the stigma of gaming as a waste of time is proven to be invalid as the data suggests that it’s a lucrative business that should be focused on.

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Woman Dies After Sending Son To School, Fatally Hit And Dragged By Trailer

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A woman tragically died after sending her son to school when the motorcycle she was riding was dragged by a trailer for 10 meters at KM 57, Jalan Ipoh-Kuala Lumpur, Tapah today (12 August).

According to a report by Utusan Malaysia, the incident happened at about 7.15 am on the Sungai Batang Padang bridge.
The victim, Shahriza Ishak, 39, was seriously injured in the head after being dragged by a heavy vehicle.
Tapah district police chief Wan Azharuddin Wan Ismail said the victim, riding a Honda Wave type motorcycle, was going home to pick up her other child to be sent to school.
He explained that the accident happened when the woman’s motorcycle collided with the trailer.
It caused the victim to fall on the road, and was pronounced dead at the scene.
The aftermath of the accident. (Pix: Facebook)
A urine screening test found the 36-year-old trailer driver positive for methamphetamine, and the man was detained for further investigation.
In the meantime, the vehicle involved in the accident was detained for inspection by Puspakom.
Further investigation was carried out per Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987.
The victim left behind a husband and four children.

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MKN Updated The PPN Phase 4 SOP. Here’s What Changed.

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Here at TRP we do our very best to get you the information you need, every day. That’s why we have been taking the liberty of translating the relevant official PPN SOP as soon as we can after MKN publishes them.

READ MORE: Official MKN SOP For Klang Valley PPN Phase 3 As Of 4 October (In English)
But sometimes, MKN puts out minor updates so fast that it’s better if we tell you what changed instead.
What Changed?
We compared the PPN Phase 3 SOP published on 4 October to the one that was published on 8 October. Here is what we found:
Johor enters Phase 3 while Pahang moves on to Phase 4. Senior Defence Minister Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Hussein announced this on 7 October.
The “crowded” qualifier is removed from public areas where you need to wear a mask. It now says that it is compulsory to wear a mask in public areas except for activities and locations listed. Crowded or not.
Operating hours for wholesale markets have been removed. Previously, these markets could only operate between 12:01 am to 6:00 pm and 11:00 am to 4:00 pm.
It also now stipulates that the wholesale market can operate based on its license and permit issued by the local authorities, and with the condition that the workers are fully vaccinated.
Attendance for marriage registration and wedding ceremonies for non-Muslim weddings is set by JPN and SOP by KPN. Previously SOP did not include wedding ceremonies and SOP by KPN.
What’s Notable
Masks are a must in all public areas, crowded or not, except for:
Hotel rooms or paid accommodations and involving household/family members.Solitary private workspace.During outdoor sports and recreational activities.In a personal vehicle with members of the same household.Indoor or outdoor public areas and places without the presence of other individuals.While eating and drinking in public without any other individuals (other than in restaurants or food premises).
Also, wedding ceremonies for non-Muslim weddings are now allowed. The number of attendees however is limited by the JPN and the event must follow the SOP set by KPN.

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No More Check-Ins Via MySejahtera If Covid-19 Cases Continue To Drop, Says KJ

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The government will study the trend of Covid-19 infections after the reopening of the country’s borders beginning 1 April before deciding whether to drop the MySejahtera’s check-in function.

Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin Abu Bakar said that the decision to do away with the app’s function as Covid-19 SOP would also depend on the mobility data of residents and travellers in Malaysia.
“A decision on this matter will take almost a month because we need to look at this trend.
“If there are not many changes to the infection trend, we may drop the check-in function,” Khairy was quoted as saying by Malaysia Now.
The Rembau MP was commenting on the statement by the Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) calling for an end of the practice of using MySejahtera to scan for check-ins, citing that Malaysia is entering the endemic phase beginning 1 April as the reason.
The government had previously dropped the temperature checks and the manual recording of personal particulars to enter premises on 11 February.
In a related matter, Khairy reiterated that the MySejahtera application is owned by the government and was never sold to any private entity.
The health minister said that his ministry is in midst of discussing the procurement price and management of MySejahtera application services for a period of two years with the company that operating the application, with the procurement had been agreed upon by the Finance Ministry.
“The negotiation process is ongoing. but it is taking some time because it is quite technical,” he added.
Khairy also said that he will be addressing the matter in Dewan Negara too.

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Malaysian Telcos To Provide Exclusive Internet Package & Free Phones For SPM & STPM Candidates

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Malaysia’s five top telecommunications companies; Celcom, Digi, Maxis, U Mobile and Telekom Malaysia (TM) will be rolling out “Special Data Packages” for Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) and Sijil Tinggi Pelajaran Malaysia (STPM) candidates and provide mobile phones for students from low-income (B40) families.

According to the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), the offer includes a pre-paid data pass of 15GB for 30-days at RM20 from 6 January till April 2021.
MCMC also said that students from B40 families can apply to receive a free mobile phone under the Learning From Home (LFH) program provided by the YTL Foundation, which includes a free SIM card with 40GBs worth of data.
The LFH program is an initiative introduced by YTL to provide students from public schools access to the internet during the Movement Control Order (MCO) period and school shutdowns.
(YTL Foundation)
The LFH program and other online classes provided by telcos like Digi’s “Jom Tuisyen” and Maxis “e-Kelas” programs would also be extended till both SPM and STPM exams are over in April.
Additionally, telcos would also provide free WIFI access at 130 Projek Perumahan Rakyat (PPR) or low-cost housing projects across the country, until the end of April next year.
(Malay Mail)
MCMC also says that Community Internet Centers would also be opened from 9am to 9pm every day, to allow exam candidates to partake in online learning and continue with their studies.

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AirAsia & Ormond Group Offering Complimentary Flights & Hotel Discounts To Malaysian Frontliners

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Despite the current Movement Control Order (MCO) interstate and international travel restrictions, Malaysian budget carrier AirAsia is offering free domestic flights to Hospital Kuala Lumpur (HKL) frontliners.
Teaming up with Malaysia-based hospitality brand owners Ormond Group, the two companies are giving HKL staff a chance to travel for free within Peninsular Malaysia and enjoy free hotel accommodations as a thank you for their efforts during the Covid-19 crisis.
(Credit: AirAsia)
In the spirit of #InThisTogether, we are proud to join forces with the Ormond Group and extend a complimentary flight to a selected domestic destination in Peninsular Malaysia to the Hospital Kuala Lumpur frontline workers. All of them have been the countryâ€™s heroes throughout this pandemic outbreak, and this is just our small way of saying thank you.Karen Chan, airasia.com CEO – via AirAsia
Though details are scarce, HKL frontliners are said to receive a complimentary one-night stay at the groupâ€™s flagship property, The Chow Kit, located on Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur (KL).
Owning a number of hospitality brands such as the MoMoâ€™s KL and the Tune Hotels, the group says itâ€™ll also be offering a 30% discount for a stay at any of the groupâ€™s hotels to all Malaysian healthcare workers, police and Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM) tasked at handling the pandemic
We owe them a debt of gratitude; this is only a small gesture to show our appreciation.Gareth Lim, Ormond Group CEO – via AirAsia

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How to check if your Netflix Malaysia account has been hacked

News of Netflix accounts being hacked has had many subscribers on edge.
Unscrupulous sellers are peddling stolen account logins for as low as RM10 on Twitter, Facebook, and other platforms!
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So is it possible that there’s a “ghost” on your account sharing your profile? It’s entirely possible, especially if you share your account!
The easiest way to notice “ghosts” is if there are strange activities in your Recently Watched or Continue Watching lists.
However, if everything looks okay on your homepage but you’re still suspicious, there’s a simple way to check your account activity:

Picture credit: TRP

STEP 1: On the app, go into your account.
STEP 2: You will be directed to login again on your browser.
STEP 3: Check your recent device streaming activity under Settings.
Take note that the dates may be correct but the location could be inaccurate.
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For example, you could be based in Selangor but the activity shows your location as Perak instead. This is often due to your internet provider routing your device through different networks.
STEP 4: If everything checks out in terms of streaming activity, you can also check for download activity as well.

Check if there are downloads you don’t recognize!Picture credit: TRP

However, if you see any suspicious activities from other countries that shouldn’t be on the list, then your account has most likely been hacked.
Suspicious activity is pretty easy to spot, even if you share an account with 4 other people.(Picture credit: TRP)
STEP 5: The moment you suspect that your account has been hacked, sign out of all devices and change the password immediately.
Picture credit: TRP
Remember, you must sign out of all devices as some users opt to have their devices remember the sign-in details for auto-login.
Sometimes, these devices still have access to your account even after a password change if you did not sign out of all devices.
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If you are on a shared account, you may want to periodically change your password to keep unwanted “ghosts” off of your profiles.
Stay safe and keep streaming!


Malaysia Is Dangerously In The Path Of A 4th Wave Of The Covid-19 Pandemic

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Malaysia is in the path of a fourth wave of the Covid-19 pandemic.

The Health Ministry’s (MOH) data over the past two weeks points out that coronavirus outbreaks across the country are “unstable”, explained Senior Minister (Defence) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob, who announced the extension of the Conditional Movent Control Order (CMCO) period in Selangor, Kuala Lumpur, Johor, Penang and Kelantan from 15 till 28 April.
Troubled by the country’s rising infection rate, the minister stressed that Malaysians must comply with standard operating procedures (SOP), especially with the present Ramadan season now underway.
He added that the nationwide interstate-travel ban will still be in effect except for tourism-related activities between Recovery Movement Control Order (RMCO) areas.
Separately, the Health Director-General Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah also conveyed his concern over the nations rising infection numbers.
He alluded to the fact that Malaysia was heading down a dangerous path as the nation’s infection rate or R0 (R-naught) count continues to climb past 1.0.
The basic data and facts speak for themselves. pic.twitter.com/qhtBovdubB— Noor Hisham Abdullah (@DGHisham) April 10, 2021
The most recent figures released on 13 April also shows that the country has more cases compared to previous worst-case scenario forecasts made on the country’s infection rate.
(DGHisham/Facebook)
As of 12 April, 362,173 cases of Covid-19 have been reported in the country, with 15,835 cases still active and 1,333 people dead.
Status Terkini #COVID19, 12 April 2021 Kes sembuh= 1,052Jumlah kes sembuh= 345,005Kes baharu positif= 1,317 (1,305 tempatan, 12 import) Jumlah positif= 362,173Kes kematian= 4Jumlah kes kematian= 1,333Kes dirawat di ICU= 188Bantuan Alat Pernafasan= 84 pic.twitter.com/uvJegAWwpN— KKMalaysia🇲🇾 (@KKMPutrajaya) April 12, 2021

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M’sia may be facing fourth wave


Ipoh streets cleaned up by Mâ€™sian actor to set an example to the rest

A 13-second video clip of Malaysian actor, Zul Yahya spotted sweeping the streets of Ipoh is currently viral on Facebook.
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The Kedah born actor turned entrepreneur took it upon himself to clean the streets because he could not stand the sight of rubbish littered EVERYWHERE.

 (Pic Credit: Facebook)

Earlier that week, Zul had a recorded a 6-minute video calling out residents of Meru Jaya, Ipoh, to be more civic conscious and to stop littering.
In the video, he drove around the area showing how much trash had been littered by the side of the road.

  (Pic Credit: Facebook)

 (Pic Credit: Facebook)

After just 2 hours of sweeping, Zul managed to collect 20 plastic bags of rubbish from the area.

“…ada yang kata soal kebersihan adalah urusan pekerja majlis perbandaran, tapi bilangan mereka berapa orang sangat? Mereka kena bersihkan kawasan yang besar. Takkanlah nak harapkan dia berikan kebaikan terhadap keburukan kita setiap hari?”
“Some may say that the council is responsible for the cleanliness of the area, but they are so little in number. They have to clean a big area. We canâ€™t expect them to clean our dirt every day now can we?”
Zul via Facebook

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At the time of writing, the video has nearly 600 shares and likes.
Netizens are, of course, applauding his civic-mindedness.
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Watch the viral video of the actor here.


Low Wages Is The Reason EPF Contibutors Have Savings Below RM1,000 Says EPF Chief

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Some Employees Provident Fund (EPF) members have total savings of less than RM1,000 in Account 1 due to them earning low salaries, said EPF Chief Executive Officer Tunku Alizakri Alias.

He said the low savings of Account 1 can be attributed to the contributions made based on the basic salary, especially as the minimum wage in the country a few years ago was very low.
Alizakri added that previously, many contributors had a low base salary and the rest was paid in the form of allowances. Though, the situation has now improved following the setting of the minimum wage implemented by the government.
Try to imagine, a few years ago, the average basic salary was around RM500 a month. With a statutory contribution of employee share of 11 percent, this means a monthly contribution of RM55 a month, which is very low.EPF Chief Executive Officer Tunku Alizakri Alias via Berita Harian
Earlier, the government has announced in Budget 2021 that EPF contributors can withdraw up to RM500 a month from their Account 1 for the span of 12 months starting January of next year.
Unfortunately, based on the data from EPF, approximately 32% of contributors have an average of just RM1,000 in their accounts while only 10% of them have a RM5,000 balance.
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Lowest salary increase in years
According to a recent survey, salaries are expected to increase a mere 4.7% in 2021 with industries such as retail, manufacturing and logistics having the biggest dip.
Despite the challenges triggered by the Covid-19 pandemic, the survey noted that salaries increased by 4.5% for 2020 – the lowest in four years.
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