Parent Slammed For Recording Her Search For Lost Son At Shah Alam Mall

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Losing one’s kid in a mall is an absolute nightmare.

But a mother could still record the incident while looking for her son.
The woman claimed she spent more than half an hour with her husband and family looking for her son.
She uploaded her ordeal on social media and drew flak for it.
Anak hilang okay boleh buat content 🤳…mak pak jaman now.. pic.twitter.com/PNX8MiQtnz— Faiz Fayeshz 🇲🇾 (@faizfayeshz) April 5, 2023
Some netizens doubt if the incident was real, as most parents would have gone into panic mode.
Others pointed out that it was an example of social media content overload, where people may be sharing too much content that isn’t helpful or appropriate.
Just wonderingg. Macam mana eh bile anak da hilang dekat mall, mak sempat lagi record video buat contetn cari anak siap ade selfie video. Musykil la. Kita ni anak hilang dari mata satu saat pun da gugur jantung. Tak sempat fikir nk record video ke apa😵💫— Ainiey Ismail (@AinieyI) March 25, 2023
The woman claimed her son was there one moment while they were shopping, but the kid was gone before the adults knew it.
In the video, it could be seen that a mall security guard was trying to reassure the mother.
Accordingly, the guard told her that her son had been found.
Although she was accused of making content out of it, many netizens empathised with her situation.
They said losing one’s kid in a mall is what they were always afraid of when they first became a parent.
The woman also uploaded a second video to social media.
The mother reunited with the kid in the second video at the mall’s security office.
  @hellohampa Alhamdullillah dah jumpa Rauf. Thank you   pada pihak security PKNS Shah Alam yg sgt prihatin dan baik. Tak lupa jugak pada semua yg mendoakan Rauf. ❤Lain kalilah mummy beli baju raya😅 #hellohampa #fyp #raya #tragedi #videoviral ♬ original sound  – Hello Hampa by Rose Zainol
What To Do If Your Child Is Lost In A Mall?
Losing a child in a mall can be a traumatic experience for both the child and the parents.
If you have lost a child in a mall, it’s important to take action immediately to increase your chances of finding them.
Stay calm: The first thing parents should do is to remain calm. Panic can make it difficult to think clearly and make rational decisions.Notify mall security: Parents should immediately contact mall security and report that their child is missing. Mall security personnel are trained to deal with such situations, and they will be able to launch a search quickly.Search the immediate area: Parents can search the immediate area around them while waiting for mall security. They should look in nearby stores, restrooms, and other public spaces.Seek assistance: Parents can ask for help from other shoppers or store employees. They can describe their child and ask if anyone has seen them.Provide detailed information: When speaking to mall security, parents should provide as much information as possible about their child, such as their name, age, height, weight, clothing description, and identifying features.Stay put: If the child is not found quickly, parents should stay put at the last location where they saw their child. Mall security may need to take them to the security office to gather more information.Stay in contact: Parents should contact mall security and provide any updates about their child’s whereabouts. They should also have a mobile phone and ensure the battery is fully charged.
Remember, it’s important to teach children what to do if they get lost in a mall, such as staying in one place and finding a store employee or security guard for help.
Having a designated meeting spot in case they get separated from their parents is also a good idea.
Losing a child in a mall can be a scary and stressful experience, but taking quick action and following these steps can help increase the chances of a safe and speedy recovery.
Anak menakan aku pernah hilang dekat dalam mall. 10min aku dah takdak darah dah weh atas kepala ni. Mencari macam orang gila.. tu baru anak menakan aku. Yang hg anak sendiri hilang tak p cari. Hg pasaipa weh! https://t.co/iPsudRv03c— Sarah Lee 🌻 (@sarahLee_____) March 7, 2019
patutnya mak bg aku pakai benda ni dlu. anak yg selalu sesat ikut orang lain, hilang dalam mall, kat medan ralit kutip getah atas jalan 😂 https://t.co/Fg1c93vT0e— syahirah 🇲🇾 (@syerahhalim) December 31, 2016

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Malaysia Has 2 New Billionaires Thanks To Covid-19

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While the Covid-19 pandemic has been wreaking havoc on the average person’s livelihood, two new billionaires have emerged in Malaysia thanks to the demand for rubber gloves.
According to the Bloomberg Billionaire Index, Datuk Seri Stanley Thai Kim Sim of Supermax Corp with an estimated net worth about USD1 billion (RM4.2 billion) and Kossan Rubber Industries’ Tan Sri Lim Kuang Sia, who’s now worth USD1.1 billion, are Malaysia’s newest billionaires.
Bloomberg writes that a surge in demand due to the coronavirus outbreak propelled the shares of companies making protective gear and rapidly turned Malaysia into a hotspot for creating ultra-wealthy individuals in the sector.
Malaysia is the world’s top producer of rubber gloves, providing 65% of global supply.
Supermax, which manufactures and exports latex gloves to over 160 countries, has seen a five-fold increase in value. The company website declared that it meets 12% of the global demand for latex examination gloves.
Kossan Rubber, whose primary business is in glove manufacturing followed by technical rubber and cleanroom manufacturing expertise, has seen their stock double in 2020.
They’re not the only Malaysian companies that have been enjoying more riches during the pandemic, though.
In fact, Top Glove Corp, the world’s biggest maker of rubber gloves, has more than tripled this year. The net worth of its founder, Tan Sri Lim Wee Chai has ballooned to USD2.5 billion (RM10.69 billion).
Top Glove Executive Chairman Tan Sri Lim Wee Chai. (Credit: Yusof Mat Isa/Malay Mail)
The company reported sales reaching an all-time high with a 366% rise in net income at USD81 million (RM346 million) for the three months through May, during Malaysia’s Movement Control Order (MCO).
Bloomberg reports that its executive director said in an analyst briefing that “the best is yet to come” as the company expects “more spectacular performance” in the coming months.
The other side of the coin
Malaysia’s rubber glove industry has also been the subject of international concern over multiple reports of forced labour and exploitation of migrant workers.
Interestingly, Stanley was sentenced 5-years jail time and a RM5 million fine for insider trading in 2017.

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The Gloves Kingdom Has Been Minting New Billionaires
Supermax MD Stanley Thai gets 5 years' jail for insider trading
NHS rubber gloves made in Malaysian factories linked with forced labour
Rubber glove shortage exposes migrant worker abuse in Malaysia
Key Statistics of Labour Force in Malaysia, April 2020


It’s OK For PJ People To Dine-In Their Cars During MCO, Says PJ Police Chief

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It’s okay for people in Petaling Jaya to “dine-in” their vehicles during the Movement Control Order (MCO) period, says PJ Police Chief Nik Ezanee Mohd Faisal.

In a radio interview with Kool FM, Nik Ezanee explained that it was not against standard operating procedure (SOP) for people to eat in their cars after ordering takeaway meals or even for the eatery in question to serve food directly to customers to eat in their cars.
He said that there are no specific rules against dine-ins mentioned in the official SOP released by the National Security Council (MKN) and the public under his jurisdiction are allowed to do so as long as they abide by restrictions which limits a maximum of two people traveling in one vehicle.
He adds that unless a new SOP is announced which bans dine-ins, people in PJ can still have meals in their cars.
So far we have not received any orders… To me, this isn’t a problem… In PJ that is, I’m not saying in other places… There have been no reports or complaints about it.Nik Ezanee via Kool FM
The police Chief also mentions that the public’s compliance to the MCO in PJ was at 99%.
PARKING & MAKAN DALAM KERETA?Ini jawapan daripada Ketua Polis Daerah Petaling Jaya, Asisten Komisioner Nik Ezanee Mohd Faisal dalam #BicaraPetang bersama @IzwanAzirSaleh Anda pilih yang mana? Dine in dalam kereta atau take away & makan di rumah?#KoolFMIzwanAzir #dinein #PKP pic.twitter.com/gt4wuWiDul— Kool FM (@koolfmmy) February 5, 2021
MCO food trend
Recently, there has been a trend among restaurants in some parts of the country to serve food for customers to eat in their cars during MCO 2.0.

Malaysians were also seen sharing their MCO dine-in experiences at their local eateries on social media. Some had trays of food delivered to their car doors as they enjoyed a meal on their laps.
DRIVE IN KEDAI MAMAK dekat area rumah I.Staff bawa food and drinks atas tray to your car. Ni my parents pergi dating the other day.My dad snap gambar ni, and send kat his group whatsapp. Now makin banyak kedai makan nearby my house buat this style. pic.twitter.com/TCEOjN7cPL— Nun Najmeen (@nunnajmeen) January 17, 2021
Finally dapat experience Drive-in dining concept 100 tahun dulu pada tahun 2021. Lokasi : Padi House Prima Cyberjaya@Twt_Cyberjaya pic.twitter.com/C9GoF5onpv— Salam Cempreng (@SalamCempreng) February 1, 2021
Alhamdulillah.. Dah try jugak experience Drive Thru – Dine In @ Padi House Prima CyberjayaLepas drive thru order, nanti depa mai hantar..Dah settle makan depa suh hon je utk depa collect. Rasa rude la jgk so hon slow2 je 😅 Nice concept & Tasty Food👏🏻👏🏻@Twt_Cyberjaya pic.twitter.com/giJj2uzvqP— فوأد (@mfsw_x) February 2, 2021
Others, on the other hand, were seen taking a more direct approach to enjoying an in-car meal.
  @shah_ynwa Konpem VIRAL pakcik dan makcik ni..😂 ##abamkelakar ##shazie ##klateteam ##teamklslgr ##yb ##tiktokmalaysia ##tiktokindo ##foryou ##fyp ##stayathome ##pkp ♬ original sound  – shah_ynwa 🇲🇾🇲🇨
Official SOP
MCO SOP released by the government allows for restaurants – including those in pubs and nightclubs – as well as food stalls, hawkers and food trucks, to operate from 6am to 10pm via take-away, drive-through, or delivery.
The rules also mention that only two people from each household are allowed to travel in order to get food, supplies and medicine within a 10km radius or at the nearest available location.
However, the SOP also state that privately-owned cars, as well as company and government-owned vehicles, are allowed to travel to and from work or for official government matters with a set amount of passengers depending on the size of the vehicle.
Read More: MCO 2.0 SOP For Peninsular Malaysia & Labuan As Of Feb 4, 2021

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PARKING & MAKAN DALAM KERETA?
Cyberjaya carhop dining concept a hit among customers
SOP AM PERINTAH KAWALAN PERGERAKAN (PKP)
MCO 2.0 SOP For Peninsular Malaysia & Labuan As Of Feb 4, 2021


[Watch] Woman Almost Threw A Fit When She Was Charged RM5,800 For 1 Hour Parking

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No matter how sophisticated technology is, it is undeniable that there will be weaknesses that will occur.

Weaknesses both in terms of the system, or internal damage that we do not know.
For example, what happened to this woman when she was supposedly charged RM5,800 for parking at a local supermarket.
The woman uploaded a video of her encounter on TikTok under the username @mommyjlo2.
  @mummyjlo2 bapak la mhl😂😂 ♬ These Days – Nico
She admitted that she was shocked by the incident because it was only an hour before her car was parked.
As the payment amount did not make sense, she was incensed with the management which seemed to believe that she actually parked that long.
Pressing her case, she spent almost an hour debating with the management to solve the problem.
With no breakthrough, the CCTV footage was reviewed to find the truth once and for all.
In the end, they found proof of that moment’s incident.
She only had to pay RM3 instead, on grounds of technical error.
That’s Almighty Myvi
Looking into the comment section, netizens find her experience amusing.
They also asked the owner to reveal the location so that others could be more careful.
Others jokingly said that since she was driving at Myvi, she could just knock down the barrier.
The little had car had been gaining a reputation for pulling off seemingly unbelieavle feats, including pulling a lorry.

READ MORE: [WATCH] Driver Of Yellow Myvi Crawls Out After Being Absolutely CRUSHED By Runaway Lorry

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WANTED: Terengganu chicken choker

In yet another case of animal abuse, a video shared on social media caused many to flap out as a man was recorded choking a chicken until it seized up.
Picture Credit:thegreatoutdoorsman.net
The video shared on Persatuan Haiwan Malaysia – Malaysia Animal Associationâ€™s Facebook page depicted a young man with his friends casually chocking a chicken.
In the 13 second video, his grip appeared to be pretty tight as the bird was paralysed, with its head and feet erect and immobile.

Picture Credit: Screenshot from   Persatuan Haiwan Malaysia – Malaysia Animal Association via Facebook

The repre-hen-sible act is said to have happened in Kuala Dungun, Terengganu.

Picture Credit: Screenshot from   Persatuan Haiwan Malaysia – Malaysia Animal Association via Facebook

Reactions to the video online have been understandably full of concern for the bird and to the manâ€™s bad (c)luck, the Terengganu Veterinary Council is now searching for him.
According to Astro Awani, the department is actively investigating the fowl incident and is asking for coop-eration from the public to come forth if they know any helpful information.

Picture Credit: Cheezburger.com

While this tale may seem silly to some, animal abuse is a serious issue and the manâ€™s actions can be defined as cruelty under the Malaysian Animal Welfare Act 2015. If found guilty in a court of law, he could be looking at a fine up to RM 20,000 or maximum 3 years jail time.

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With the recent news of a sun bear kept in a singerâ€™s condominium, itâ€™s clear that Malaysians still have a long way to go when it comes to treating other living creatures with dignity.
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Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Honours The Legacy Of Teresa Teng

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Fans of legendary Taiwanese singer Teresa Teng were recently treated to a memorable tribute concert at the iconic Dewan Filharmonik Petronas concert hall in KLCC.

The concert featured “Little Teresa Teng’ Chen Jia and Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra (MPO) musicians paying homage to Teng’s iconic songs.
The orchestra was led by conductor Francis Kan, a renowned conductor, music director, and pianist based in Hong Kong.
The evening was a fitting tribute to the late artist’s enduring legacy.
From the opening notes of “Longing for the Spring Breeze (望春风)” to the encore performance of “The Girls of Alishan” (阿里山的姑娘),” the concert was a journey through Teng’s most beloved hits.
Listening to Chen Jia’s rendition of Teresa Teng’s songs was a truly unforgettable experience. (Pix: MPO)
Chen Jia and MPO brought their unique style and interpretation to the songs while remaining faithful to the original arrangements and melodies.
Highlights of the concert included Chen Jia’s soulful rendition of “The Moon Represents My Heart,” emotional performance of “See The Chimney Smoke Rise Again” (又见炊烟) and refreshing take on Sam Hui’s “From The Heart Of A Loafer (浪子心聲).”
Chen Jia also sang “Spring in the North” (北国の春), a beautiful melody and nostalgic Japanese song that depict spring’s arrival in Japan’s northern regions.
The highly-respected MPO, which included some of the country’s top musicians, provided flawless accompaniment throughout the night.
The arrangements were perfectly crafted to showcase Teng’s iconic melodies and lyrics.
With its commitment to artistic excellence and community engagement, MPO brought them to life with an energy and passion that was palpable throughout the concert.
The orchestra’s performance was masterful, with each musician contributing to a powerful and graceful overall sound. (Pix: MPO)
Despite the absence of Teng herself, who passed away in 1995 at 42, her spirit was palpable throughout the concert.
It was a testament to her status as one of the most famous and beloved singers in the Chinese-speaking world.
The audience, which included fans of all ages, sang along to every song and cheered loudly after each performance.
One of the night’s most touching moments came during the performance of “Goodbye My Love”.
A Lovely Surprise
Before this concert, Chen Jia had never sung Malay songs before, but to surprise the audience this time, she learned the Malaysian version of the song.
I enjoy learning songs in different languages, so in the future, if there are suitable Malay songs, I will learn them to perform for everyone.Chen Jia to TRP on performing a Teresa Teng song in Malay during the evening.
Chen Jia is known as “Little Teresa Teng” because of her vocal similarity to Teng and her ability to interpret the songs with emotional depth and sincerity.
Her voice has been compared to Teng’s in clarity, sweetness, and emotional expressiveness.
In addition to Teng’s classic songs, Chen Jia has been known to perform many beloved classics in the Cantonese music canon, including songs by songwriter James Wong Jim and composer Joseph Koo Ka Fai.
It was a truly magical moment that will stay with everyone who was there. (Pix: MPO)
The Teresa Teng tribute concert was Chen Jia’s maiden performance with MPO.
By bringing together a talented group of performers and musicians, the concert reminded us of Teng’s timeless music and her lasting impact on generations of fans.
READ MORE: Little Teresa Teng To Serenade Malaysians In Nearly Sold-Out Concert
READ MORE: [Watch] Malay Couple Performs Chinese Songs Flawlessly In KL Malls, Impressing Everyone

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[Watch] Ah Longs Scared As Mice, Given Tongue Lashing By Neighbour Of Debtor

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Loan sharks are called ‘loan sharks’ because they are like sharks; aggressive, angry, and greedy.

They can do many illegal things just to repay, like vandalising or kidnapping.
As unlicensed moneylenders, they often target families on low incomes or those who find themselves in difficult times.
But intimidating as they are, loan sharks can also understand the meaning of fear.
Recently, a video went viral in which a man berated three young men believed to be loan sharks.
What is surprising is how the loan sharks responded. They did nothing and just stood there as the man gave them a good tongue lashing.

https://www.tiktok.com/@mustafa_khan1992/video/7125696400834170138?is_copy_url=1&is_from_webapp=v1&q=mustafa_khan1992&t=1659322106641

Vigilantism And Public Authority
The video was shared by a man named Mustafa Khan through his TikTok account, showing him scolding the three young men.
The three youths are said to be in a residential area to collect money from their victims.
In his video, Mustafa said he did not like how the ah longs asked for money at night when the borrower was with his family.
He also said this is not the first time he has dealt with ah longs and told the three young men involved to go home.
According to him, there are among the victims who only borrowed RM400 but have to pay back up to thousands of ringgit because the debt has not yet been settled.
Mustafa said the public could contact him on his official Instagram profile if they need help to deal with ah longs.
  @mustafa_khan1992 My new account. ( mesej kepada ahlong ) ♬ original sound  – Mustafa_khan2203
Netizens were amazed by Mustafa’s bravery; many had never seen ah longs who were silent and afraid of the public.
Some said that the three ah longs did not have the usual characteristics of ah longs or movie gangsters.

At the same time, people are reminded that loan sharks should never be the answer to one’s financial needs.
Apart from the fact that loan sharks are illegal, people should know that it is often impossible to repay the debt to a loan shark.
It is a well-known fact that many borrowers and their loved ones endured a lot of harassment and misery.

allowing loan sharks to operate is the lowest thing someone can do did someone accidentally ate cibai is it you don't play with ah long they will rob whatever future you have https://t.co/T2w3GgK8AN— lynn (@romancedecayed) June 24, 2021

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[Updated] Selangor MB’s Wife Shows Off Swimming Pool And Water Tanker At Home In Midst Of Klang Valley Water Cut

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While most of the residents and businesses in the Klang Valley were struggling with coping under the unscheduled water cuts, those in the upper-class society seems to have acted with tone-deaf carelessness.

In the heat of the water cut in Klang Valley yesterday, social media users were treated to screenshots allegedly posted by the Selangor Menteri Besar’s wife, Datin Seri Masdiana Muhammad, on her Instagram account.
The pictures were of an Air Selangor water tanker parked in front of her house with a hose snaking up her driveway.
(Credit: Twitter)
Meanwhile, on her Instagram stories, Masdiana apparently shared a picture of her family enjoying the day swimming in their own pool.
The image was captioned: When there is no water.

https://twitter.com/HarizzAhmad/status/1302153098782146560

Understandably, the rest of Klang Valley was upset. Here we were, not able to brush our teeth, shower, or comfortably use the toilet. Some even did not have enough water for their family members to drink, and had to carry heavy buckets of water into their houses.
Yet, Masdiana and her family had a water tanker come directly to their house, and enough water to fill their swimming pool.
This is quite inappropriate and insensitive dont you think so @AmirudinShari? Others kena queue bawak tong sendiri, while your family dapat special treatment. Paham status sebagai MB tapi tak perlu lah tunjuk ke rakyat lain yg menderita— Bapak (@azizanhariz) September 5, 2020
Sementara tu pusat dialisis nak cuci buah pinggang panggil lori tangki, tak dapat datang.Mungkin tuan rumah yg ni pula penuh penyakit buah pinggang, jantung, kanser sampaikan lori kena datang.https://t.co/GjKxfFqYgI— Eno Eht (نيوراکيل) (@neorackle) September 5, 2020
Shah alam pic.twitter.com/7ySUnXrtJ1— 🇲🇾🌺 (@tirahhhh___) September 5, 2020
Bestnya jdi dia pic.twitter.com/4PlQruKzLF— Ufaa (@UfaOpa) September 5, 2020
TRP reached out to Masdiana for a comment. She responded with clarification, apology, and promise to help other residents who have yet to receive water supply.
As a mother, I just wanted to express my gratitude to the Air Selangor frontline staff who have been working hard for the past few days. It was not my intention to brag. As such, I apologise if such actions have created any misinterpretations and offended anybody.Datin Seri Masdiana Muhamad to TRP (Translated from BM)
Read more: Selangor MB’s Wife Apologizes, Clarifies Water Tank Lorry Not For Filling Up Swimming Pool

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Cameron Highlands A Covid-19 Ticking Time Bomb?

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The government’s handling of the lockdown in Tringkap is a ticking bomb, according to sources there, as there is no designated quarantine centre for Covid-positive individuals.

Covid-positive individuals, primarily foreign workers who work on the farms that supply vegetables to the rest of the country, are told to remain on their farms.
It’s a nightmarish prospect as most workers’ quarters are cramped and not conducive to physical distancing.
According to locals, they had proposed that the town community hall be used as a quarantine centre.
A cluster of farms in Tringkap as seen from above. (Credit: Fernando Fong/TRP)
The suggestion, however, was turned down by the National Security Council (MKN).
The reason given: it would be dangerous if Covid positive individuals, especially the foreign workers, would endanger the public should they come out from the farms.
Tringkap was put under the Enhanced Movement Control Order (EMCO) from June 28 to July 11.
A bird’s eye view of Tringkap. (Credit: Fernando Fong/TRP)
Tanah Rata assemblyman Chiong Yoke Kong said unless patients are quarantined in a proper centre, others face a high risk of exposure and infection.
“The workers’ lives are at stake, and I have appealed to the Bangladesh embassy to takeimmediate attention.
“Ironically, Covid-19 patients from other districts have been sent to Cameron Highlands for quarantine purposes.
“Therefore, the government’s response is perceived by the local patients and residents as practising doubles standards, which is utterly unfair and inhumane,” said the DAP Youth deputy chief.
Chiong urged the MKN to consider alternatives such as the Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Silver Jubilee Hall in Tanah Rata.
He warned that a prolonged lockdown would further destroy the livelihood of farmers, especially smallholders.
A foreign worker tending to his farm in Tringkap. (Credit: Fernando Fong/TRP)
Meanwhile, Cameron Highlands Vegetable Transport Association chairman Lau Sai Hoong said the decision by MKN is puzzling.
“Indeed, people from Bentong (more than 200km from Cameron Highlands) are quarantined in Copthorne Hotel,” he noted.
The four-star hotel is a mere 10 minutes from Tringkap.
Lau, who is also Tringkap Village Development and Security Committee (JKKK) member, regretted that Chiong had taken the matter to the Bangladesh embassy, fearing it would antagonise the authorities and lead to another ‘Ops Gading’.
Tanah Rata assemblyman Chiong Yoke Kong (second from left) and local community leader Lau Sai Hoong (right) distributing food aid to affected residents in Tringkap. (Credit: Fernando Fong/TRP)
Ops Gading is a series of enforcement since December 2014 to purge illegal farmers andforeign workers from Cameron Highlands.
The massive operations involved the police, Immigration Department, the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC), the police’s General Operations Force and Armed Forces.
Cameron Highlands district officer Datuk Ishak Md Napis declined to comment whencontacted, saying he was not authorised to do so.
Despite being the person in charge of Pusat Kawalan Operasi Bencana (PKOB) for Cameron Highlands, Ishak said the matter should be referred to the office of the Pahang Menteri Besar instead.

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Malaysians Show Their Delicious DIY Cocktails With Pandan, Gula Melaka, Bunga Telang & More While The Bars Are Closed

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With bars and pubs closed during the Movement Control Order (MCO) period, bored Malaysians who miss having a drink or two decided to get a little bit creative with the #MYHennessyAtHome Cocktail Challenge on social media.
Spurred by Moët Hennessy Diageo (MHD) Malaysia’s call to stay connected and inspired with local ingredients, the home mixologists put their favourite local ingredients to good use in inventing delightful new cocktails using Hennessy V.S or V.S.O.P Privilège cognac.
It has been truly impressive to see how Malaysians have seized the opportunity while at home during the Movement Control Order to take up the #MYHennessyAtHome Cocktail Challenge.Thomas Bouleuc, Managing Director of MHD Malaysia.
Here’s some of the most delicious DIY cocktails for budding home mixologists to give their shot as well!
Soulmate
Soulmate(Credit: @ceciliablack / Instagram)
Gula melaka and pandan are clearly local soulmates, hence the Soulmate by Cecilia Kang Sin Ni @ Cecilia Black.
Hennessy V.S.O.P Privilège – 70 mlEvaporated milk – 150 mlGula melaka – 100 mlThai red tea – 150 ml)Two pandan leaves to enhance fragrance
Best served chilled in a wobble glass.
My Hennessy Colada
My Hennessy Colada.(Credit: @johnooisy / Instagram)
It’s the Malaysian version of the popular pina colada, except that John Ooi went with coconut milk and cognac.
Pineapple juice – 30mlCoconut milk – 20 mlHennessy V.S.O.P Privilège – 20ml
Serve shaken or blended with ice on a hot, sunny day.
The Elixir
The Elixir.(Credit: @b_e_ll_z / Instagram)
The ubiquitous ginger is the star of this lively drink by Isabellz Chong.
Ginger – 3 slices, crushed in the shakerOrganic apple cider vinegar – 15 mlHennessy V.S.O.P Privilège – 50mlSimple honey syrup – 50 ml eachFresh lemon juice – 30 ml
Give it a good shake with ice cubes and garnish with apple slice and peel.
Hennessy Cozy Up
Hennessy Cozy Up(Credit: @3mily89 / Instagram)
Another ginger joins the mix with Emily Fong presenting a zesty version of the cocktail using citrus flavours as well.
Fresh gingerWater – 30mlHoney – 30mlLemon juice – 30mlHennessy V.S. – 45mlSoda to make it fizzy (optional)
The Hedonist
The Hedonist.(Credit: @edmund_foong / Instagram)
Despite its mischievous name, this floral cocktail by Edmund Foong actually features quite a lot of herbal ingredients.
Red dates – 2Goji berries – 10Dried longan – 5Dried chrysanthemum flower buds – 8Dried mandarin peel – small pieceRock sugar – to tasteHot water -120mlHennessy V.S.O.P Privilège – 50ml
Pour hot water over the dry ingredients and let it sit for 20 minutes, then mix in the cognac for a nice, warming drink.
Butterfly Pea Lemonade
Butterfly Pea Lemonade.(Credit: @elanakhong / Instagram)
This lovely floral creation by Elana Khong features the delicate flavours of the butterfly pea flower (bunga telang) that also gives the drink a great colour.
Butterfly pea flower syrupA squeeze of lemon juiceHennessy V.S.O.P Privilège – 30ml

For more creative concontions, you can scroll through the #MYHennessyAtHome hash tag on Instagram (HERE). Have fun, and remember to drink responsibly!

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Made In Malaysia? The Nusantara Origins Of Bird’s Nest

The supposed health benefits of edible bird’s nest are the reason why such a high demand for the Asian delicacy has existed for centuries.
Built out of the protein-rich, saliva-like secretion of swiftlet birds, traditional Chinese medicine links consuming bird’s nest’s soup with many health benefits.
Among them, promoting overall immunity and speeding up recovery as well as a supplement that can help increase libido and keep your skin looking youthful.
But where exactly did the practice of eating the nests of swiftlets begin? Well, historical records point to somewhere in our direction.
First discovered on a Malay desert island
Artist’s interpretation of Admiral Zheng He on his expeditions. (Credit: Pinterest)
According to historical records, people in China first started eating bird’s nest soup during the Ming Dynasty (1368 – 1644). Some reports say that it was the Chinese admiral Zheng He, a.k.a Laksamana Cheng Ho a.k.a the same guy in your history textbook, who brought edible bird’s nest back to China for the Emperor.
Admiral Zheng He was an explorer, diplomat, and fleet admiral during China’s early Ming dynasty in the 14th century. He was placed in charge of a huge fleet which he used to conduct many expeditions across the globe.
Zheng He’s fleets visited India, Arabia, the Horn of Africa as well as Southeast Asia, including Brunei, Thailand, Java and of course Malacca, dispensing and receiving goods along the way.
(Credit: Bird Nest Wholesale and Supplier)
As the story goes, Admiral Zheng was sailing in the Southeast Asian seas when he encountered a storm that forced him to anchor at a Malay desert island. On the island, food was scarce. So, the admiral instructed his men to go out in search of something to feed the crew.
They reportedly came across some bird’s nests hidden on cliffs. Admiral Zheng ordered his men to pick and wash these nests, and then cook them into a stew to feed his sailors.
After eating this bird’s nest stew, the admiral and his men regained their strength and felt more energetic. This led to him realising bird’s nest as a type of superfood with various health benefits. So, he brought it back to China and presented it to the emperor.
Artist’s interpretation of Admiral Zheng and his sailors eating bird’s nest on the island. (Credit: Entree Kibbles)
Bird’s nest then became a delicacy enjoyed only by Chinese royal families. In modern times, bird’s nest has become more accessible to anyone as long as they can afford it. Currently, edible bird’s nest is a billion ringgit industry in Malaysia annually.
While the story seems to attribute Tanah Melayu as the Malay island where Zheng He found the bird’s nest, it’s hard to pinpoint the exact location, since the entire area was under the Malay archipelago at the time.
Also, traditionally, bird’s nests were also found in Indonesia, which happens to be the world’s number one exporter of edible bird’s nests today. Malaysia is number three.
Health benefits yet to be proven by science

Despite the fact that traditional Chinese medicine (and probably any Chinese person you know) insists that edible bird’s nest is highly nutritious, science actually hasn’t been able to prove any of the claimed benefits.
Research has only been able to prove the presence of certain nutrients in bird’s nest, but more research needs to be done see if any of these nutrients are able to be absorbed by the human body when the delicacy is consumed.
The earliest studies conducted on bird’s nest was by a Dr Wang Chi-Che in 1921, who found that the protein it did contain was actually of inferior quality and not sufficient to provide many of its perceived health benefits. According to Dr Wang’s study, bird’s nest does not contain Tryptophan, an essential amino acid commonly found in vegetables and meat.
According to a professor from Nanyang Technological University (NTU) Singapore, the myths surrounding the supposed health benefits of bird’s nests is difficult to study due to its complex molecular structure.
Professor Lee Soo Ying from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (right) holding bird’s nests on a plate. (Credit: Sinchew Daily)
What Professor Lee Soo Ying has managed to find out however is that bird’s nest contains a type of protein similar to eggs, which can sometimes cause allergies to some people, especially young children.
On the myth that red bird’s nests are coloured that way due to blood coughed out by the swiftlets, Dr Lee explains that the redness is actually the result of nitrous acid vapour from the bird’s faeces in birdhouses.
Despite all this, Dr Lee does admit that bird’s nest may still prove to have some benefits as it has been found to contain sialic acid, an important component for human brain development and cognition.
A risky business
A swiftlet’s nest with eggs inside. (Credit: Golden Bird’s Nest Global)
Harvesting bird’s nest from the caves they’re commonly found in is a dangerous business.
Many harvesters have to climb rickety bamboo ladders several storeys high to reach the bird’s nests nestled at the top walls of the caves. Most don’t use any safety equipment and there have been reports of people falling to their deaths.
Besides that, apparently, even goats are being sacrificed for the collection of bird’s nest too.
If we don’t give a sacrifice as compensation for the nests we take, the penunggu [guardian spirit] will take the life of one of us. Jafaar Bin Abdullah via Time
Besides affecting the lives of people and goats, the population of swiftlets were also dangerously affected.
Harvesters have been known to try and collect as many nests as possible, even if the nests weren’t fully formed or contained the swiftlet’s eggs.
Swiftlets build their nests on the walls of caves. (Credit: Glycofood)
In Gua Niah National Park, Sarawak, the swiftlet’s couldn’t keep up with the overharvesting, causing their populations to plummet almost 96% between 1930s and 2012, from 1.7 million birds to just 100,000.
The obvious high demand for what became dubbed the “caviar of the east”gave rise to a whole new industry – swiftlet hotels. Those looking to make some passive income started renting out empty shophouses and installing speakers that emit the swiftlet’s birdcall to attract them to nest inside the shop.
Swiftlet nests inside shops. (Credit: Bengkulu Ekspress)
While this made harvesting much safer, this practice came with its own set of problems. In Georgetown, the residents say the industry is out of control, posing a health risk, and threatening the city’s Unesco World Heritage status.
In Malaysia alone, the number of swiftlet hotels has surged from about 1,000 a decade ago, to over 60,000 today. And it doesn’t look like the demand for bird’s nests will decline any time soon.
But, is the supposed health benefits of bird’s nests worth its environmental impact?
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Johor teacher rotans female student for calling him â€˜Cikgu Ah Kwaâ€™ (sissy), leaving multiple red marks

A highly distressing video has been making rounds on social media yesterday, where a mother is seen confronting a teacher for caning her daughter so hard that it left multiple red, angry markson the schoolgirlâ€™s limbs.

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The video is also accompanied by images of the girlâ€™s arm and leg, where 6 red welts can be seen.

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When pressing the teacher to justify the brutal attack, he was defensive and retaliated that the girl had called him ah kwa (sissy).
He also said that the student only said sorry one time, after she was caned and after a friend spoke to her.

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The mother was having none of it though, she repeatedly reprimanded the teacher saying, â€œYou are a teacher, an adult. You donâ€™t rotan a child like this.â€
â€œCannot like this. You are a teacher. Youâ€™re here to teach the children.â€
â€œShe only used her words; she didnâ€™t hit you. If she hits you and you hit back, then itâ€™s okay.â€

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In the video, the woman is also heard saying that the girl cannot raise her arm due to the force of the hits.
The incident has left many shocked at the teacherâ€™s excessive use of force on the student.

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The story is not over yet though. Free Malaysia Today has reported that the Johor State Education Department (JPN Johor) is investigating the incident.
Though the rotan was a constant companion for kids growing up in Malaysia, there have been many voices calling it abusive.

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In fact, this teacherâ€™s actions could land him in hot water as the rotan-ing could be regarded as child abuse under section 31 of the Child Act 2001.
Section 17 2 (a) describes a child in need of care and
protection is :

â€œphysically injured if there is substantial and observable injury to any part of the childâ€™s body as a result of the non-accidental application of force or an agent to the childâ€™s body that is evidenced by, amongst other things, a laceration, a contusion, an abrasion, a scar, a fracture or other bone injury, a dislocation, a sprain, haemorrhaging, the rupture of a viscus, a burn, a scald, the loss or alteration of consciousness or physiological functioning or the loss of hair or teeth;
Section 17 2 (a), Child Act 2001
His actions are also in contradiction to a caning guideline for schools that was released in 2003. The circular clearly stated that:
1. Corporal punishment is PROHIBITED on female students
2. Punishment for boys is limited to the use of a light cane on the palm of the hand or on the buttocks over the clothes.
You can watch the full video of the confrontation below:


PAS Questions Umno For Bailing On Muhyiddin In Favour Of Anwar Ibrahim

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PAS questions Umno’s loyalty towards the Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin due to allegations of certain Members of Parliament changing their allegiance to instead support PKR President Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

In a statement issued by the party today, they said that if this is true, then Umno has breached the Muafakat Nasional Charter that was signed on 14 September 2019.
Pleased be reminded, that the Muafakat Nasional Charter was made to unite the Muslims in the country, while trying to defeat Pakatan Harapan led by PKR, DAP and Amanah. Therefore, if this transition is true, it can be considered as a movement that aims to overthrow the National Alliance Government built on the consensus of BN, Bersatu, Pas, GPS and several other parties on the fall of the PH Government.PAS Secretary General Takiyuddin Hassan
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Earlier, Umno president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said he had received information that many Umno and Barisan Nasional (BN) MPs had expressed support for PKR President Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim to form a new government.
Zahid said that Umno and BN are not component parties of Perikatan Nasional (PN) but the support for the government is only the support from the party’s parliamentarians.

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‘Angry’ Dads & Women Responsible For Majority Of Child Abuse Cases In 2021

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Ill-tempered fathers account for the majority of child abuse cases in Malaysia, but women made up most of the suspect list.

Police’s D11 Sexual, Women and Child Investigations Division reveal that adults with anger issues, coupled with a very short fuse, were responsible for a total of 472 child abuse incidents that were reported within the first nine months of 2021.
A large majority of the suspects identified in these cases were the child’s own biological parents.
Fathers: 144 casesMothers: 137 cases
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The rest were perpetrated by the child’s stepfathers (30 cases) and childcare workers at care centres (34 cases).
The suspect list was also made up of people with varying relations to the child; such as their aunts and uncles, their parent’s boyfriends or girlfriends, teachers, caretakers, and even the caretaker’s spouses.
Most of these incidents had occurred in the kid’s own home (319 cases) while the remaining incidents happened either at a registered childcare centre (36 cases) or an unregistered one (5 cases), as well as other more public places like schools and places of worship.
Similarly, children were no safer in places like orphanages.
Read More: Malaysians Are Sharing Horrifying Experiences With Sexual Abuse At School, Hear Their Stories Here
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Police data shows that 198 children had suffered through physical abuse (and an untold amount of mental and emotional abuse) from parents or guardians who fail to control their emotions.
Incidents of abuse also include cases like children being locked up or left alone without any adult supervision.
A total of 528 individuals, 302 women and 226 men, aged between 25 to 45-years-old were investigated between January and September – the majority of which being locals.

Child abuse on the rise?
A report by the Women and Community Development Ministry had recorded 2,040 child abuse cases in just the first four months of this year where 35% of those cases had involved neglect and around another 30% were incidents of physical and sexual abuse.
The ministry had also tracked a total of 5,836 child abuse cases that happened in 2020. There were 6,382 reported cases in 2019, and 6,274 cases in 2018.
As most cases of domestic and child abuse usually goes unreported, by law (and just sheer human decency) anyone who has knowledge of, or any suspicion that a child is suffering harm or is at risk of significant harm from abuse or neglect should inform the authorities immediately.
The public is advised to report such cases to the police or contact the ‘Talian Kasih’ hotline via phone call or WhatsApp on any sign that a child has physical or emotional injuries as a result of being ill-treated, neglected, abandoned, left exposed, or is sexually abused.
Read More: How To Spot If Your Child Has Been Abused
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The True Losers Of Football Are Women, Who Get Beat Up Whether The Team Wins Or Loses

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Football, deeply loved by millions around the world, brings out deep emotion in many: the elation of a win, or the heartbreak of a loss. Everyone loves football, but some lose their minds over it.

Following Italy’s win over England in the UEFA Euro 2020, fans at the stadium devolved into violence.
Tribal and ethic violence after the Euro final pic.twitter.com/rZJTHhV1wu— Engineer Matšhela Koko (@koko_matshela) July 11, 2021
Heightened emotions, paired with the tradition of heavy drinking while watching the matches, can cloud a person’s judgement and lead them down the path of violence– both in public and in private.
Win? Lose? Still get beat
Fights among football fans of different teams are distressingly common, but those at home are also at risk. Cases of domestic violence spike during football season, particularly during key matches like the finals.
According to a study from the Center of Economic Performance (CEP), domestic abuse incidents grow by 5% every two hours during high-intensity football matches.
In fact, it doesn’t even matter if the team wins or loses. During the 2010 FIFA World Cup, another study showed a 27.7% increase in domestic violence cases in Greater London on days when England won a match, and a 33.9% increase when they lost.
The data shows that men, almost exclusively, account for the rise in violence.(Credit: CEP)
The toxic cocktail of abuse
In England, where the study takes place, it is common to consume alcohol as spectators watch the match. It’s almost cultural, as alcohol brands, media, and social circles push the two together.
However, alcohol is also likely the cause of increased domestic violence during this time.
The highest spikes come from those who have comsumed alcohol while watching the match.(Credit: CEP)
Alcohol decreases a person’s inhibitions. When paired with heightened emotions, it leads to lashing out and physical abuse on whoever is around: whether that would be fans of the opposite team, or a wife at home.
Catch some Z’s instead
Naturally, it does not quite mean that football, the sport, or its spectators, are inherently more abusive. However, the dangerous mix of heightened emotions, cultural expectation of alcohol, and strongly personal feelings of their team does result in such tragedy.
While the study was done in England, many Malaysians are also huge football fans and spectate matches all the same. Those who have sat in a mamak to catch a highly-anticipated football match may remember that emotions can, and often do, also spike during these times.
File this under “images you can hear”.(Credit: Reuters)
Watching a football match is more than just watching a football match: it’s the heavy tension in the air, dripping with anticipation, and the sudden explosion of cheers and shouting during a goal. Even for non-fans spectating the sport, it’s easy to get swept along with the dizzying crowd.
Still, the time zone difference generally means that Malaysians watching football matches must do so until the wee hours of the morning, so it would be more beneficial for everyone to just head to bed instead.

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Vinosiny’s Family Still Hasn’t Received Answers To Her Death Five Months Later

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University Utara Malaysia (UUM) student S Vinosiny allegedly died from electrocution in her hostel in Sintok, Kedah, on 21 May.

However, Malaysiakini reported that almost five months had passed, but her family still had not received any definitive news about her cause of death and wasn’t informed of the progress of the investigation.
As such, Vinosiny’s family and their lawyer demanded an inquest be held immediately to prevent the same tragedy from happening again to the other students on the campus.
It has been almost five months since the passing of Vinosiny in UUM. But up to now, the inquest into the death of Vinosiny (above) has not been held. The family also has not received a timeline on when the inquest will be held.Vinosiny’s father, R Sivakumar Rajoo
The family’s lawyer, M Manoharan, also expressed disappointment with the authorities’ alleged inaction and that the attorney-general has yet to direct for an inquest to be held.
UUM must take responsibility. How long does the family need to wait to know the truth about the death of Vinosiny? We want answers.The family’s lawyer, M Manoharan
The family’s lawyer, M Manoharan, standing with Vinosiny’s father, R Sivakumar Rajoo. Image: TRP File
What happened before?
21-year-old accounting student Vinosiny was suspected to have suffered a fatal electric shock. The family claimed that the injuries she suffered on her body and the post-mortem findings back this allegation.
However, UUM has been accused of not being forthcoming regarding the circumstances of her death.
On 27 May, the university issued a gag order to ban students from speaking publicly or organising or attending any events about Vinosiny’s death as the investigation was ongoing.
UUM also threatened to take disciplinary actions against students who violated the ban. The move was criticised by many people and was seen as an attempt to silence students.
This prompted the university to apologise to the family on 31 May, and they promised full cooperation with the family to find out the truth.
READ MORE: UUM Student Dies In Hostel, Father Demands Full Explanation
READ MORE: UUM Issues Gag Order On Students, Promises No Cover-Up In Vinosiny’s Death
READ MORE: “Why The Delay?” Family Of UUM Student Who Died Of Electrocution Laments Being Left In The Dark By Authorities

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“How Does She Afford It?” Netizens Wonder How UiTM Student Afforded First Class Flight

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A Malaysian woman named Tasnim (@tasnimshah_), who attends Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) for law, is currently under fire for travelling in first class on an Emirates flight to ‘reward herself.’

She posted several pictures of herself in the first class cubicle on Twitter, but it didn’t get a positive reception.
For many people, Tasnim is from a wealthy family, and she has robbed a university placement from an underprivileged student.
Minah ni ke? Dammit pic.twitter.com/KyfB6zWWrr— Alif 🇲🇾 (@alephkadim) April 3, 2022
Aku kalau kaya macam tu sampai mampu naik first class Emirates, tak adanya aku nak study kat UiTM tu, paling cikai pun aku suruh bapak aku hantar pergi study kat London. Orang kaya ni memang jenis suka rampas hak orang miskin, reaping the benefits hanya sebab ada title Bumiputera— 🎸Sharon🍻 #SejahteraDenganArak🍻 (@kalossharon) April 3, 2022
There are a few netizens who tried supporting Tasnim. They pointed out that she has her own business, which sells minimalist embroidered jumpers and pants that cost more than RM300.
However, some netizens surmised that she wouldn’t still be able to afford the flight even if she worked as a model or an influencer. Her expensive lifestyle was allegedly shown in her social media posts.
She have own clothing line. One set (hoodies and pants) is RM329. It is just plain design but with embroidery.— farah (hiatus) (@rawrsa) April 3, 2022
Her clothing line pon pricey. I know im not the target audience tpi mahal nya…. pic.twitter.com/ccbJxy56Ls— Daniella Bridgerton (@ladyybridgerton) April 3, 2022
Dia memang orang kaya la ko nengok highlight instagram dia je ko dah tahu— • (@redhaayob) April 3, 2022
They feel like it’s akin to daylight robbery because the super-rich T20s are exploiting their privileges at the expense of the poor.
Others wondered why she went to a public university when she could have studied abroad since she could afford a luxurious lifestyle.
Why are you in UITM? Isnt that place only for B40? You basically T20— Izzy🇲🇾🇵🇸 (@levibubbles) April 3, 2022
Lepas tu merentan bila non-bumi question why they can’t get into UiTM. Personally, as a Bumi myself, I would not judging the non-bumi for questioning because they have all the rights to question the policy.— 🎸Sharon🍻 #SejahteraDenganArak🍻 (@kalossharon) April 3, 2022
Another person jokingly said that the rich continue to be rich due to financial planning. By paying less for her education, she has more money to spend on investments and holidays.
Amidst all the negative comments, a netizen suggested Tasnim sponsor a few poor university students to fix her image.
Bak kata mamat ni, ni semua financial planning HAHAHA pic.twitter.com/AaUnqLkEIj— tsafee🇲🇾🏴 (@tsafee_) April 3, 2022
Hi @tasnimshah_ 🙂 . Why not use the money that you have to sponsor 1 or 2 financially poor university students who deserve it? It can fix your image and publicity. It’s also better than defending yourself. Dismissing issues about poor people is not a hill you want to die on.— Ben (@BenUmxr) April 3, 2022
Tasnim has made her account private due to the backlash at the time of writing. Perhaps it’s for the best.

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Hong Kong Actor Ng Man-Tat Finally Laid To Rest In Malaysia

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Hong Kong actor Ng Man-Tat was finally laid to rest in Johor Baru, Malaysia, a year after his death in February 2021.

According to Malay Mail, he asked for his final resting place to be laid in Malaysia so that he’ll be close to his family and it’ll be easy for them to visit him once he’s gone.
Ng called Malaysia his home after marrying his Malaysian wife Hou Shan Yan, who hails from Segamat, in 1996.
Living the HK celebrity life
Ng, also known as Wu Mengda, Richard Ng or Uncle Tat, was a veteran actor signed with TVB.
He was known for his work in the unique ‘Mo lei tau’ Hong Kong slapstick humour. Some of his popular works include Shaolin Soccer, All for the Winner and God of Gamblers.
In addition, he has also made a mark in playing serious roles in films such as Lee Rock and The Wandering Earth.
Despite his versatile acting skills, he has never been cast as the main character during the entire span of his career from 1975 to 2019.
Nevertheless, he has been nominated and won several supporting actor awards such as the Hong Kong Best Supporting Actor throughout his career.
At one point in his life, he was careless with his money as he was rising in the industry in 1980 and ended up incurring HK$300,000 (RM160,719) in credit card debt.
He tried borrowing money from his colleague Chow Yun-Fat since they were long-time friends. However, Chow refused to help his friend and their friendship soured after an exchange of harsh words.
The feud also pushed Ng into a depressive episode. Both Ng and Chow only mended their friendship 10 years later.
Ng also discovered that the big break he got in A Moment of Romance that helped him settle his debts was all due to Chow. Chow secretly gave a recommendation of his friend to the director.
Suffering poor health for years
Ng was diagnosed with diabetes in 2000 which almost caused him to lose a limb and his health deteriorated since then.
In 2014, he was admitted to the hospital for heart failure from a viral infection. It also caused him to lose a lot of weight. From then on, he looked frail and thin, losing his trademark robust figure.
This health scare spurred him to change his lifestyle, but it was a little too late despite his best efforts.
Ng was diagnosed with liver cancer in February 2020 and underwent treatment. Sadly, his condition turned critical when the cancer cells spread due to multiple organ failures.
According to Today Online, Ng suffered a heart attack during a photoshoot for The Legend of Shaolin Temple in January 2021.
He passed away peacefully in Hong Kong’s Union Hospital at the age of 70 on 27 February 2021 from liver cancer. His family and siblings were by his bedside.
He’s survived by his wife and two children who are all based in Malaysia.

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The â€œCarmageddonâ€ is coming, expect higher fares for e-hailing rides after 12 July

This Friday, 12th July 2019, marks the deadline for e-hailing drivers to get their Public Service Vehicle (PSV) licence and possibly the last day of (kinda) reasonable fares.
Yep, be prepared to complain even more about waiting 5,000 years for a ride and then complaining some more about the price.
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The Star has reported that the number of drivers is expected to drop by Friday while Malaysian E-hailing Drivers Association (MeHDA) has predicted up to a 50% increase in fares.

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â€œWe will see fewer drivers when the deadline comes because many part-timers are opting out; plus many other drivers are still not PSV-ready.
Daryl Chong, President of MeHDA via The Star
As a result of the decrease in drivers, Daryl said that passengers will have to wait longer for a ride because the distance between them and the drivers will be much further.

Picture Credit: MEME

The PSV license is part of a compulsory set of regulations set by the Malaysian Transport Ministry for e-hailing drivers under Section 56 of the Road Transport Act 1987.
To obtain the license, drivers must attend a 6-hour driving course and sit for an exam.Â  Cars older than 3 years old must also undergo annual vehicle inspections at Puspakom.

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As you can see, itâ€™s pretty troublesome for part-time drivers to go through all that PLUS fork out at least RM 115 a year for the license alone. (Nothing is free in this world yo.)

Picture Credit: MEME

The Land Public Transport Agency (APAD) states that Malaysia has around 167,000 e-hailing drivers.
However, Transport Ministry revealed last week that only 16,338 drivers had signed up for the PSV test.
Thatâ€™s barely 10% of drivers!
According to Daryl, e-hailing companies currently use an algorithm to adjust the price based on supply and demand. The math is simple:
Equation 1: High Supply + Low Demand = Lower Fare
Equation 2: Low Supply + High Demand = Higher Fare
So, with fewer drivers available, weâ€™re looking at equation no 2 being our future.

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Arif Asyraf Ali, Grab Drivers Malaysia Association president, gives a far more chilling prediction of e-hailingâ€™s future, calling it the â€œCarmageddonâ€ as the industry comes to a standstill with longer waiting time and higher fares.
So, are you ready for the â€œCarmageddonâ€? Best to start memorising the bus schedule, just in case.

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Marvel just announced 5 movies and 5 television series coming to the MCU

Last weekend saw Avengers: Endgame officially surpassing James Cameron’s Avatar at the box-office as the highest-grossing movie of all time.
And with Spider-Man: Far From Home being the eleventh and final instalment in Phase Three of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the world had been waiting in immense anticipation for the next chapter in the ever-expanding and action-packed multiverse that is the MCU
Those questions were finally answered as Marvel Studiosâ€™ announce their roster of upcoming MCU movies and episodic series coming to cinemas as well as Disneyâ€™s upcoming video streaming service, Disney+, at the San Diego Comic-Con festival over the weekend.
A total of five movies and five different television series will be gracing our boring, and meaningless lives next year. So letâ€™s have a look at what Phase Four has in store for the MCU;
Black Widow

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That’s right, to officially kick off the next phase of the MCU, our very own deadly-seductive, secret spy Avenger will finally be getting her own movie, and itâ€™s been a long time coming too.
Though we’re still not sure how the movie will play out since the beloved Natasha Romanoff did die in the last Avengers movie. Rumour has it that the movie will answer lingering questions on Blackwidow and Hawkeye’s missions in Budapest.
Falcon and the Winter Soldier

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With the mantel of Captain America falling firmly on the shoulders of Sam Wilson AKA The Falcon, fans will surely be anticipating the wildly hilarious adventures that await Sam and Bucky in the Falcon and the Winter Soldier series coming to Disney+ next year.
The Eternals

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Introducing a new lineup of super-fantastic characters, the release of Marvelâ€™s The Eternals will surely be an amazing addition to the cosmic undertaking that is the MCU.
Featuring immortal aliens from a distant world, the movie stars world-famous actress Angelina Jolie and set to be one of the main highlights in the next chapter of the Marvel adventure.
Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings

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Stating Simu Liu and American actress and rapper Awkwafina, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings will be the telling of Marvel Comicâ€™s own “Master of Kung Fu” who became an honorary Avenger.
Fans might recognize the filmâ€™s main villain, The Mandarin which was played by Ben Kingsley introduced back in Iron Man 3. But we don’t think that this Mandarin will be as fake as the last one though… Guess we’ll just have to wait and see then.
WandaVision

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Stars Elizabeth Olsen and Paul Bettany are set to reprise their roles as the super-couple Scarlet Witch and Vision and continue on their epic adventures in this original series set to stream exclusively on Disney+ next spring.
The series will also see an adult version of the verbose â€œLieutenant Troubleâ€, Monica Rambeau from MCUâ€™s Captain Marvel as one of the main characters in the series.
Doctor Strange and the Multiverse of Madness

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With the latest Spider-man movie already teasing the concept of a vast interconnective multiverse in the MCU, fans will be eagerly awaiting the revelations that will be brought forward with the second instalment to the ongoing story of the â€œMaster of the Mystic Artsâ€ when Benedict Cumberbatch returns as Doctor Strange next May.
Loki

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No need introductions here… Your favourite “God of Mischief” will be coming to Disney+ in his very own series.
Following Tom Hiddleston as Loki, the series is set to continue where Avengers: Endgame had left our dearest not so good, not too evil super-villain when he managed to escape death with the help of the Tesseract.
What If…?

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Following events from the eyes of The Watchers, a race of super-powerful celestial beings who linger within the vast Marvel universe the series will be the first animated show set in the MCU.
The What If storyline questions what would happen if some things had gone differently in the MCU. (Like, what if Iron Man didnâ€™t die, what if Captain America never went back in time. What if Black Panther and Storm actually got together…)
Hawkeye

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Alright now, jokes aside on how useless a man with a bow an arrow is against forces beyond the human comprehension… Jeremy Renner will be back as Hawkeye in his very own series coming to Disney+ in the Fall of 2021.
Now that we know where we are going, let’s see how we get there…
Thor: Love and Thunder

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When we last saw Thor, he had just abdicated his throne as the rightful ruler of Asgard and joined the likes of Quill, Rocket, Groot and Drax to form what he called â€œThe Asgardians of the Galaxyâ€.
With Marvel announcing that theyâ€™ll be bringing the female version of the God of Thunder to the big screen with Natalie Portman taking up the mantle of Thor. Will this mean that Chirs Hemsworthâ€™s Fat-Thor is here to stay?
Guess we’ll have more on that when the movie comes out in 2021.
Blade

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Saving the very best for last, Marvel announced the official coming of Blade into the MCU.
The film will star actor Mahershala Ali as the legendary vampire hunter taking over the mantel from Wesley Snipes who played the hero in the last trilogy.
So there you go. The full list of upcoming MCU movies and series bound to keep you occupied for the days to come.
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“Don’t Use Water To Wash Hands” If You Have Chilli Burns, Warns Doctor

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Have you ever handled chillies like cutting them or getting the seeds out while prepping to cook?

If you have, you might notice the burning sensation on your fingers that leaves you frantically in pain right after or hours after handling them. Another bonus is when you accidentally touch your eyes. Whoopsie, NOT fun.
Dr Kamarul Ariffin Nor Sadan explains the science behind this pain and how to deal with it with home remedies. Dr Kamarul, who is also on Twitter as @dr_chaku, has answered the well-known problem among those who handle chillies with their bare hands and suffering from the aftermath.
Why Do We Feel Pain After Handling Peppers?
Why do we have that afterburn pain on our hands when we prep chillies? Or in our mouths when we eat them?
READ MORE: 3x Spicy Fried Chicken Allegedly Lands Malaysian In Hospital With Severe Stomach Pain
This is because chillies contain a component called capsaicin. Our hands and mouth will feel the burn because this component will stimulate the pain receptors in our body that responds to heat.
The capsaicin glands are the ones that we need to be careful of.Credit: Birdhouse Chillies
When capsaicin comes into contact with our fingers which has a lot of free nerve endings, this triggers the pain receptors which causes the sensation of intense heat or burning.
It doesn’t necessarily cause damage to your skin like a heat or chemical burn, it just triggers our body’s pain receptors.
READ MORE: Are Malaysians Who Crave Spicy Food A Glutton For Punishment?
How To Make The Pain Go Away?
Capsaicin is a hydrophobic, colourless and odourless compound that doesn’t dissolve in water and has oil like qualities.
This means that it repels water, hence, throwing your hands under running water does no good or could make it worse (it’ll spread the capsaicin around more pain receptors and amp up the burning sensation).
However, capsaicin can dissolve in oil or fat. That is why Dr Kamarul suggests using these remedies.
1. Milk
The fats in milk can help break down the oil properties of capsaicin and provide some relief.
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Milk has a protein called casein. Casein molecules attract capsaicin molecules. It will break off the bond between capsaicin and the receptors in our skin.
After dipping out hands in milk or pouring it over with, wash those off with soapy water.
2. Oil
Pouring away your milk does seem a bit of a waste, right?
You can also use oil as capsaicin is soluble in oil. You can try scrubbing your hands with some cooking oil to relieve the pain.
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After that, you should also wash it off with soap and water.
3. Vinegar
Capsaicin is alkaline, so theoretically, acidic substances can neutralise or weaken its effects.
You can soak your hands in a mixture of vinegar and water for around 15 minutes.
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Alternatively, you can also use acidic beverages containing lemon, lime, or pineapple. Tomato sauce or tamarind water could also help.
4. Alcohol
Capsaicin can also be dissolved by alcohol.
Hence you can use hand sanitisers that are alcohol-based to cool down the burn. However, you would need a lot of those sanitisers as only high amounts of alcohol can aid to absorb the capsaicin burn.
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You can also try dipping your hand in high-proof alcohol (like vodka for those who have them) or rubbing alcohol (solvent that breaks up oil) on the skin in liberal amounts too.
5. Lotion
You can use a lotion that is oil-based to dissolve capsaicin.
Afterwards, wash it off with soapy water to eliminate the capsaicin-tainted lotion.
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Other than using certain ingredients, Dr Kamarul said that capsaicin can also be removed with friction. You would have to rub your hands with a towel, brush, salt or grated coconut pulp.
READ MORE: How to fix that fiery burn after eating spicy foods
See his full thread here.

"Doktor, tangan saya pijar! Macam mana nak hilangkan? Seksa, doktor!"Tangan kita pijar selepas pegang cili adalah kerana cili mengandungi capsaicin. Sebatian ini, akan merangsang reseptor deria sakit. Kalau kena kulit, kita rasa pijar, kalau kena lidah, kita rasa pedas. pic.twitter.com/nIrdrwdkbm— Dr. Kamarul Ariffin Nor Sadan (@dr_chaku) January 18, 2022

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Realme Announced New Laptops Alongside A Beard Trimmer

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We know them for their smartphones and accompanying accessories, but the recent announcement by realme surprised us with laptops and a beard trimmer instead.

The laptops come in two models. Both share the same basic specifications, but one of them has a better processor.
Processor, Memory, & Storage

Inside both realme Book the is 11th Gen Intel Processor with Intel Iris XE Graphis. That means it has the latest generation of processors and built-in graphics. In other words, they are good for productivity applications (like word processors and spreadsheets) and perhaps some light media editing (photo editing).
The 8GB RAM and a modest amount of storage (depending on the model) says the same thing as well.
It is suitable for on the go professionals, students, and anyone who needs a dependable workhorse and don’t need intense power for gaming, rendering, or video editing.
Cooling, Display, & Weight

Both realme Book are also fitted with a Dual-fan Storm Cooling System, a fancy way of saying heat pipes and fans. This is to make sure the system can perform as it should and it does not get too hot.
With a 14in 2K display paired and Harman speakers that supports DTS HD stereo, the realme Book have higher than average screen resolution and good audio.
At 4.9mm thick and approximately 1.38kg, the realme Book looks to be as portable as a folio. The full metal construction, however, means you might not want to place this laptop on your lap when in use because it will heat up, and that’s normal.
Battery, Charging, & Connectivity

According to realme, the realme Book is powered by a 54Wh battery that could theoretically play a 1080p video for 11 hours.
When the battery runs out, the 65W Super Fast Charge Technology should be able to bring it back up by 50% in 30 minutes.
For peripherals, there are two Thunderbolt 4 Ports, that look and function like a USB-C port, and a full-size USB port next to an audio port.
You will definitely want a USB hub if you are planning to plug in more than just an external keyboard or mouse.
The Bear Trimmer

While this is not a peripheral for the realme Book, it is charged using a USB-C port. It is said to be low noise and has a travel lock button.
Why announce it alongside laptops? We don’t know. But we appreciate the suggestion of keeping ourselves well-kept even when working from home.
Price & Availability
ProductColourSales inforealme Book i3 8GB+256GBRRP: RM2,999Real Blue & Real GreyFirst Sale via realme’s official store on Shopee●        Promotional price: RM2,499●        Only on 27 & 28 August●        Link: https://bit.ly/laptopi3prrealme Book i5 8GB+512GBRRP: RM3,499Real Blue & Real GreyFirst Online Sale via realme’s official store on Shopee●        Available from 27 August●        Link: https://bit.ly/laptopi5pr●        Available from 27 August●        Free Gift: Laptop Bag 15 inch + Bluetooth Mouserealme Book i5 16GB+512GBRRP: RM3,999 Real Blue Coming Soon in Malaysia
ProductSales inforealme Beard TrimmerRRP: RM129First Sale via realme’s official store on Lazada●        Promotional price: RM79●        Only on 27 & 28 August●        Link: https://bit.ly/beardtrimmerpr

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Thunderstorms Incoming For Klang Valley, Strong Winds & Rough Seas Over In Sabah, Says MetMalaysia

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The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a first category warning on strong winds and rough seas over the Sabah coastline namely on the eastern shore of Condore, Reef North, Layang-Layang, Labuan, Palawan and Sulu.

This is after the tropical storm Megi was detected, which is currently located about 144km northwest of Surigao City, Philippines and 950 km northeast of Sandakan, Sabah.
The tropical storm was blowing maximum winds of 65 km per hour and the situation could cause strong winds over Sabah waters today.
In a statement issued earlier, MetMalaysia director general Muhammad Helmi Abdullah said that the forecast is expected to be in effect throughout the day.
“The public has been advised to be more cautious and to follow the development of the weather situation as it is being updated every three hours via the myCuaca website.
“The public can also contact the MET Malaysia hotline for any further inquiries,” he added.
Meanwhile, in another update, MetMalaysia issued a thunderstorm warning in several states in the country including Kedah, Penang, Perak, Pahang, Selangor, Kuala Lumpur, Negeri Sembilan, Melaka, Johor and Sarawak.
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The warning was issued at 3.50pm and is expected to be in effect until 7pm later today.


Police Saw Decline In Crime Rates During MCO & CMCO

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Crime rates in Malaysia dropped by 46.7% during the 84 days of the Movement Control Order (MCO) and the Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO), according to reports by Malay Mail.
From 18 March until yesterday, 10,134 cases have been reported, in contrast to 19,014 recorded 84 days before the MCO.
Meanwhile, during the same 84-day period, 26,366 individuals were arrested for various offences and 20,720 individuals or 78.6% have been charged by the police.
Between 18 March and 9 June this year, 10,875 individuals were issued compounds.
Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department Director Datuk Huzir Mohamed said offences committed leading to the compounds were MCO violations such as gathering during the Aidilfitri, interstate movement and others.

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Teens Aged 12-17 Can Get Vaccinated Soon, Says KJ

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Teenagers between the age of 12 to 17 will be eligible for Covid-19 vaccinations, according to Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Khairy Jamaluddin.

He said that the priority will be for those with underlying medical conditions before focusing on those without health issues based on age de-escalation.
An announcement will be made next week by National Covid-19 Immunisation Programme on how Covid-19 vaccinations for adolescents will be implemented as per Health Director-General Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham’s circular and the latest updated clinical guidelines.Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Khairy Jamaluddin
An announcement will be made next week by @JKJAV on how COVID-19 vaccinations for adolescents will be implemented as per @DGHisham’s circular and the latest updated clinical guildlines.— Khairy Jamaluddin 🇲🇾🌺 (@Khairykj) August 13, 2021

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Perak MARA Student Bullied Because He Told Others To Stop Watching Porn

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Some people say that we should mind our own business to respect other people’s privacy.

But a group of six Maktab Rendah Sains Mara (MRSM) students in Perak took this idea to the extreme by beating up a fellow schoolmate who reprimanded them for watching porn.
Perak police chief Comm Datuk Mior Faridalathrash Wahid was quoted by Utusan Malaysia as saying that it was revealed by the 13 -year-old victim during a police interview.
Based on the interview, the victim said he had advised one of the suspects not to watch pornographic videos and if he refused, he would report to the teacher or warden.Perak police chief Comm Datuk Mior Faridalathrash Wahid on the cause of the incident
In the incident, the students were angry and started to hit and bully the victim.
READ MORE: School Bullies Are Caught, Netizens Point Out Other Bullying Cases In Schools
Mior Faridalathrash said a Form Three student instructed them to punch the victim.
Following the incident, police detained 10 students to have their statements taken. They were later released on police bail.
Mior Faridalathrash added that the victim is currently being treated at a hospital in Selangor and his condition is stable without serious injuries.
Students’ Handphones To Be Analysed
Police have confiscated 11 mobile phones to be sent to the forensic department to see the contents in the device.
So far, two police reports have been received in relation to the case, namely from the school principal and the victim’s father. The investigation paper of the case will be sent to the Deputy Public Prosecutor for the prosecution process as soon as the investigation is completed.Perak police chief Comm Datuk Mior Faridalathrash Wahid on the collection of evidence
On Friday, a 10-second video went viral on social media in which a student – surrounded by his friends in a dormitory room – was punched in the abdomen.

The video caught the attention of netizens who condemned the actions of the students.
Following the incident, 10 male students involving nine 13-year-old and another 15 -year-old were arrested while at the Kuala Kangsar District Police Headquarters (IPD) to assist in the investigation.
The case was investigated under Section 147 of the Penal Code for rioting and Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 for improper use of network facilities or network services.
A Deep-Rooted Problem
The students who beat up the victim had since been expelled from school.
It is not clear if the students will get a second chance to continue their studies in a different school.
In any case, there is concern that expulsion alone would not put an end to the problem.
A deep overhaul is needed, given that teachers themselves, who are supposed to lead by example, are partly to blame for the culture of bullying
READ MORE: Teachers Are Sexually Harassing, Abusing & Bullying Students & It’s Not Okay
Perhaps it is also time we look into the problem of pornography in Malaysia and its effect on the people.
In 2020, Malaysians were the fourth-highest visitors to the Pornhub internet pornography website.
Despite Malaysia having blocked nearly 3,000 porn websites, the effects are clearly showing on students and teachers.
READ MORE: Schoolgirl Faces Rape Threats, Gets Accused Of Being Autistic After Exposing Teacher’s Rape Jokes
It’s time Malaysians confront the problem together as a society, and not brush it aside or offer some half-baked solutions.

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Essential Services List Shortened In MCO Phase 2

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Following a stricter enforcement of phase 2 of the movement control order (MCO), only 10 industries are now considered essential services.
The services are as follows:1. Food2. Water3. Energy4. Communications and Internet5. Security and Defense6. Solid Waste and Public Cleansing Management and Sewage7. Healthcare and Medical (Including Dietary Supplements)8. Banking and Finance9. E-commerce10. Logistics confined to the provision of essential services
At the beginning of the MCO, essential services included port, dock, and airport services; prison; refining, storage, supply, and distribution of fuel and lubricants; wildlife; immigration; customs; and hotels and accommodations. These services no longer classify as essential.
According to phase 2 of the MCO, movement is strictly limited unless you have valid reasons, such as:1. To purchase food, daily necessities, medicine, or dietary supplement2. To supply food, daily necessities, medicine, or dietary supplement3. To seek healthcare or medical services4. To perform any official duty5. To perform any duty in relation to any essential services
Movement to purchase essentials has also been limited to a 10KM radius from your home.

[UPDATE: 5 essential services has been added on 3rd April, updated list HERE]

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Why Alcohol Restriction Is The Right Move, Says NGOs

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The public has expressed support on the latest prohibition on alcohol sale imposed by the Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL).

Penang Hindu Association president P. Murugiah believes the ban should be imposed nationwide.
He said a lot of families have been affected due to the husband or son being alcoholics.
The husband would neglect his wife, and in cases where the children are alcoholics, they neglect their parents.
Some end losing up their job due to overdrinking and harass their parents for money.
NGOs have been helping the children to go to school as the husband spent all his money on alcohol. As such, the control on cheap hard liquor will go a long way to protect families.Penang Hindu Association president P. Murugiah
Murugiah also thanked the government for increasing the tax on alcohol as announced in the recent Budget announcement.
At the same time, he said the government needs to set up rehabilitation centres for alcohol addicts. Right now, the task is being undertaken by NGOs.
Soju is among the alcoholic drinks sold at supermarkets. (Pic credit Fernando Fong/TRP)
Minimal impact on restaurants, coffee shops and sundry stores
Koo Soo Kwong Choon Tong Restaurant and Teahouse Association chairman Vinah Yee said customers usually bring their own hard liquor and pay a corkage fee.
Furthermore, even with just a beer license, many drinks that contains alcohol can still be sold.
For example, consumers can still purchase wine and champagnes as these are usually within the alcohol threshold permissible under a beer license.
Consumer trends are also shifting from alcohol towards much more healthier drinks such as Chinese tea.Koo Soo Kwong Choon Tong Restaurant and Teahouse Association chairman Vinah Yee
As such, restaurants and coffee shops do not feel threatened by the latest legislation to tackle the harm caused by alcohol, said Yee.
A traditional Chinese eatery in Kuala Lumpur. (Pic credit Fernando Fong/TRP)
Responsible drinking easier said than done
Consumer Association of Penang (CAP) education officer N.V. Subbarow said it is inevitable that some people will get upset when alcohol sale is restricted.
Nevertheless, it is important to have a limitation on the sale of alcohol between certain hours at supermarkets, convenience stores, coffee shops and the like.
He pointed out that in many parts of the country, the sundry shops provide chairs and tables for their customers to drink the liquor.
Very often, it creates arguments and commotions start when the customers got drunk.
In our experience as NGOs, people even killed others when they got into a drunken stupor. Responsible drinking is easier said than done. When you become intoxicated, you are the champion, and no one can control you.Consumer Association of Penang (CAP) education officer N.V. Subbarow
Beers can still be sold, albeit with restriction on time of sale. (Pic credit Fernando Fong/TRP)
He urged those who want to enjoy alcoholic beverages to drink at home and don’t be a nuisance to the public.
Subbarow also dismiss claims that it will affect the industry, as no shops or companies that rely on selling alcoholic drinks have closed down.
He appealed to them to tone down on promotional activities especially during the festive season as it is a financial burden to drinkers.
Citing an example, he said that low-income spend an average of RM15 per day on cheap liquors when their salary is only about RM50 daily.
Under the latest ruling by DBKL, sundry shops, convenience shops, Chinese medicine halls are prohibited from selling hard liquor starting from Nov 1.

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Malaysian Muslims Told Not To Stop & Pray On Highway Emergency Lanes

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The Kuala Lumpur-Karak Expressway issued an advisory to the public to stay off its emergency lanes.

Following viral reports of Muslim travelers stopping by the side of the road to pray during the recent Hari Raya Aidiladha, balik kampung exodus, highway authorities are reminding people to not do so for obvious safety reasons.
Social media was recently abuzz with people weighing in on viral pictures which apparently showed a long line of Muslim motorists stopping their vehicles by the highway to perform their Subuh (dawn) prayers.
Malaysians would note that the country’s highways are known for its fabled traffic jams during the festive seasons that would set back one’s normal travel time by several hours, even days.
The situation is more or less the same for the country’s many rest and recreation (R&R) stops along the highways which would be crowded with people, especially with the current Covid-19 guidelines set in place during the Recovery Movement Control Order (RMCO) to maintain public safety.
As usual, netizens came racing in to provide their views on the matter.
There were those who were at awe by the situation, relating it to scenes of Muslims in other countries.
Dulu suasana macam ni kita boleh tengok kat oversea je terutama masa dekat mesir.Tapi sekarang ianya berlaku di Malaysia guys. MasyaAllah 😍😍.Allah indahnya kalau kita jaga hubungan kita dengan Allah pasti Allah jaga hubungan dengan kita.Kredit Photo : Ust Zarul Salleh pic.twitter.com/FdbGKwejkO— jentikhati (@jentikhati) July 30, 2020
While some took to view such an event as, in part, a normal occurrence to those who are accustomed to traveling towards the north and east coasts of the country, others were of the opinion that it was something that should not be made a habit.
Wait. My question for you, do you know how very dangerous is that solat tepi highway? Boleh fikir tak?— Ek Eleh🦄 (@datinseriaish) July 31, 2020
Siapa yang balik kampung harini, jgn perlahankan kenderaan untuk lihat kemalangan atau pun lihat orang solat tepi jalan mcm semalam. Ya jem tak boleh elak, jadi teruskan jalan.Kita doa moga kita semua dipermudahkan segala urusan & selamat sampai ke destinasi. Selamat hari raya! pic.twitter.com/V4FuVqN7GQ— Muhammad HafizRayyan (@HafizRayyan) July 30, 2020
Besides pointing out safety facts against crowding up the emergency lanes, Muslim commenters had also banded together to provide informative options for their fellow brothers and sisters on how to perform their religious obligations by either taking turns to pray inside the car while moving or to either qadha (replace), qasar (shorten), or jama (combine) the prayers that they missed.
maybe im wrong but … if surau rnr penuh bukan ke boleh solat in car ?? Cus its safe and islam doesnt want you to put your life at risk ¿?— adlin (@cloudymcflurry) July 31, 2020
Qada tak boleh rasanya, better find a way jugak to solat. But solat sebelah highway tu memang tak patut ah. Should have done better planning on the journey and Jamak.— Akmal Anuar Batcha (@AkmalAB) July 30, 2020
FUN FACT: Did you know that there are ways for Muslims to pray even in the weightlessness of outer space?
All that and more can be found on the Federal Territory Mufti website.
We took the liberty of finding some useful information for our Muslim readers to check out that’ll maybe help with future travel plans, below;
Praying inside carsReplacing prayers during travelsShortening and combining prayers during travels
So with public safety in mind, let’s all try and keep our roads and highways JUST for travelling.

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Teacher Sues Ain & Father For Defamation Over “Rape Joke” Controversy

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Seven months after the lewd rape joke incident, the teacher who told the joke now is trying to sue Ain Husniza and her father, Saiful Nizam Abdul Wahab.

Utusan reported that 43-year-old Khairul Nizam Sanuddin filed the suit at the Shah Alam Sessions Court through the law firm, Messrs. Rasshidi Ema & Yung on November 26.
The RM1 million lawsuit will see both father and daughter as defendants but reports from FMT stated that Saiful will fire back with a RM5 million lawsuit against Khairul.
This was confirmed by Saiful on Twitter saying that they have received the writ of summons and the statement of claim.
Kami telah menerima writ saman fitnah dan pernyataan tuntutan dari Khairul Nizam bin Sanuddin (guru PJPK SMK Puncak Alam) yang telah difailkan di Mahkamah Shah Alam pada 26hb November 2021.#SaifulNizam #AinHusniza #MakeSchoolASaferPlace pic.twitter.com/Z8sw4ibIGr— Saiful Nizam #MakeSchoolASaferPlace (@saifulnizam769) November 30, 2021
Khairul said he was just doing his job
According to the statement of claim, on April 24, Khairul Nizam who is a Physical Education and Health Education (PJK) teacher at Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Puncak Alam (SMKPA) touched on a subtopic which was under the Reproductive and Social Health Education (PEERS) subject which teaches students about sex education.
Khairul Nizam, who has been teaching for 21 years at the school, stated that during the learning process, all students must bring and refer to the Form 5 Physical Education and Health Education Textbook.
He denied making obscene jokes or jokes about rape during the learning session and didn’t encourage it, but only used the term as a communication tool in the context of learning.
The plaintiff also mentioned that he had emphasized the effects and consequences of sexual harassment on predators and victims.
Ain Husniza – First Defendant
However, he claimed that Ain Husniza – the first defendant – had published a video on TikTok which allegedly contained defamatory statements against him.
The first defendant also issued a similar statement about ‘a PJK teacher who also happens to be the disciplinary teacher’ on her Twitter account.
Ain continued to post several videos on TikTok and statements on Twitter the day after which resulted in the dissemination of these allegedly defamatory statements by local and international media.
It was also claimed that the teenager allegedly made defamatory statements against him in a series of interviews including in Utusan Online and Wanita Hari Ini (WHI).
Saiful Nizam Abdul Wahab – Second Defendant
Meanwhile, the teenager’s father, Saiful Nizam – the second defendant – allegedly issued a defamatory statement in the Puncak Alam Whatsapp Community group and also his Facebook account.
While on 6 May, the second defendant also allegedly made defamatory comments during his interview with Malaysia Gazette TV.
The teacher said the incident has hurt his reputation
Khairul Nizam also claimed that although the two defendants did not mention his name in the videos, all the school staff, Puncak Alam community, and netizens would eventually target him as he was the only discipline teacher who taught PJK in the school.
The plaintiff is also the only male teacher who teaches PJK and is also a discipline teacher who was transferred to the Selangor State Education Department (JPNS) as a result of complaints and police reports made by the First Defendant.
As a result of the actions of the two defendants, Khairul Nizam claimed that his reputation had been damaged, causing the community “to look down on him as if he was a teacher who liked pornography and did not set a good example to students”.
Therefore, the plaintiff applied for a court order for both defendants to delete all defamatory statements against Khairul Nizam on all social media sites belonging to them and third parties.
Khairul Nizam also applied for an injunction order to restrain Ain Husniza and his father from continuing to issue any defamatory statements regarding the plaintiff and both defendants or their agents were prevented from repeating all the false statements anywhere in any form.
The teacher also demanded an apology from the teenager and his father which will be published on all their social media sites and identified third parties as well as in Khairul Nizam’s preferred newspaper.
Plaintiffs are also seeking general damages including damages due to loss of reputation and credibility, extreme damages as well as exemplary damages to be assessed by the Court.
Also sought are costs and other reliefs deemed appropriate by the Court.

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Mâ€™sian scientist Dr Serena Nik Zainal wins prestigious award for cancer research!

Dr Serena is being honoured with the Dr Josef Cancer Research Prize 2019 for her breakthrough research which enables new possibilities of cancer treatment.

Dr Serena Nik Zainal.Picture credit: Facebook

The Dr Josef Steiner Cancer Research Award is a prestigious science prize which aims to honour outstanding cancer research in the biological, basic medical, clinical diagnostic and therapeutic fields.
The UK-based scientist will be receiving the award at the University of Bern in Switzerland today with her collaborators from the University of Cambridge, Dr Paul Calleja and Dr Ignacio Medina.

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Their research is titled â€œAccelerating holistic cancer genome interpretation towards the clinicâ€ and will also be presented during the ceremony.
The study accelerates the holistic interpretation of the cancer genome by finding that mutations in cancer tumours can be analysed using new bioinformatic methods, thus, enabling new approaches to targeted therapies.

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FYI, Targeted therapy is a cancer treatment that uses drugs.
It is different from traditional chemotherapy because targeted therapy works by targeting the cancerâ€™s specific genes, proteins, or the tissue environment that contributes to cancer growth and survival.
Doctors often use targeted therapy together with chemotherapy and other treatments.
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Upon receiving the news of her achievement, congratulatory messages from Malaysians began pouring into the scientistâ€™s inbox.

My WhatsApp, FB & twitter accounts have exploded! Please forgive delayed responses!
Althoâ€™ I am going to🇨🇭pick up this #JosefSteiner award, it represents collective effort, laughter, tears, enthusiasm, passion, energy, hard work from my wonderful #TEAM 😭 #WishUWereWithMe pic.twitter.com/E32Yon7Ve3
â€” Serena Nik-Zainal (@SerenaNikZainal) October 17, 2019

Dr Serenaâ€™s accomplishment also caught the eyes of the Malaysian government and its Cabinet too.

Dr Serena graduated with a degree in medicine from the University of Cambridge in 2000 on a scholarship from Petronas.
She then pursued her PhD exploring breast cancer using whole-genome sequencing (WGS) at the Wellcome Sanger Institute (WSI) in 2009, and was awarded a Wellcome Trust Intermediate Clinical Fellowship in 2013.
She continued to develop particular expertise in the analysis and interpretation of WGS tumours and received another award in 2017, this time the CRUK Advanced Clinician Scientist Fellowship.

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She subsequently moved back to the University of Cambridge to further her work.
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