So bad that itâ€™s good â€“ Mâ€™sians share hilarious Malay name puns online

With the amount of lame dad jokes, and so bad that itâ€™s good
puns on Malaysian internet, weâ€™re not surprised that thereâ€™s a new trend going
around.
We call it â€œMalay Name Pun Trend.â€
The gist of it is basically to ask a question and answer it
with a Malay name for the funniest/lamest joke.

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Make no mistake, we are LOVING this trend.
So weâ€™ve compiled the silliest, funniest, lamest and most ridiculous Malay name bad/good puns for your entertainment:
She must be quite sporty

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The less sporty…

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Some 1 Malaysia spirit

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Meet Rocky’s daughter

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Time for some pick up lines…

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No rules apply

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Bedah is a popular girl

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An unusual name for an unusual person

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Sharing is caring <3

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“Nani, the f…”

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She needs a “brake” lah

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Too poor to relate 🙁

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But in the end, we’re thankful for these puns

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Which pun/joke made you laugh the hardest?
Let us know your favourite, or drop us your own Malay name puns on TRP’s Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram!


5 Things You Can Do To ACTUALLY Help The Planet

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Being environmentally friendly seems to be a trend these days, and all for good reasons. However, sustainability isn’t something we should practice just because it’s cool but something to instil as a part of our lifestyle to take care of our planet.

With Earth Day coming up at the end of this week, here are some fun and practical things to do that leaves a positive impact on the environment:
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Plant something
We all know planting trees is obviously gonna benefit the planet. They not only cool down the Earth but provide oxygen and filter the air among a myriad of other things. But what if you don’t have green fingers and can’t plant anything to save a life (or its life)? Fret not, here are some plants that you can easily propagate and require little to no maintenance to ensure that what you plant on Earth Day stays alive for a reasonable amount of time.
Go paperless
One of the easiest ways to do this is to adopt e-billing. Sifting through paper bills every month does not spark joy, and neither does it do any good for the Earth. Almost all utility providers in Malaysia have apps that you can download on your phone to track your usage and pay your bills with ease. It not only saves the planet but saves your time of having to stand in queues just to settle your bills. You also reduce fuel emissions by not having to transport them from one place to another. Yay!
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Reduce, reuse and recycle (your clothes)
Fast fashion has a huge impact on the environment than most of us realise. The fashion industry contributes to at least 10% of the world’s carbon emissions. The amount of unused and unwanted clothes that go into mountains of landfills proves the unsustainability of this way of life. Thrifting allows us to repurpose old clothes and also ethically dispose of pieces that we no longer want to keep your closet and the world a cleaner place. Check out these popular thrift stores the next time you want to go thrift shopping with your friends.
Give up chewing gum
Chew this – almost 80-90% of chewing gum is never disposed properly and it is the second most common form of litter after cigarette butts. Chewing gum is made out of non-biodegradable synthetic plastics and it can take up to 50 years before it starts to break down, and 500 years before it decomposes. This pretty much means that the gum stuck on our pavements stays there forever until it is taken away – just to end up in the oceans or eaten by animals. These gum alternatives are a better option for those who need to chew on something while keeping the environment clean.
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Declutter your inbox
While going paperless is a great way to help reduce the amount of waste we produce, it might come as a surprise to you to know that the undeleted emails accumulated in your inbox also leave a carbon footprint on the environment. Most emails are stored in the cloud and cloud storage runs on a lot of electricity, which in most parts of the world is still generated by fossil fuels. The result of this is a rise in global carbon emissions (CO2e) or greenhouse gas emissions. The small act of taking the time out to delete unwanted emails, unsubscribing to email notifications from social media or unnecessary newsletters will help conserve energy, and in turn, reduce greenhouse gas emissions for a healthier planet.
If you don’t already do most of the things on this list, then Earth Day is a perfect time to start adopting some new habits that positively impact the planet. Small steps really do the most when it’s done collectively.
It’s not the hardest thing in the world to save the world.

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Police Reports Already Made Against “Annoying” Anti-Vaxxers, Says Khairy Jamaluddin

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Several police reports have been lodged against anti-vaccine groups, according to Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin.

He said on Twitter that action should been taken against these individuals whom he also labelled as “annoying”.
@KKMPutrajaya has lodged several police reports against anti-vaccine groups. We hope that follow-up action (investigation, prosecution, etc.) can be expedited. The group continues to spread false news, threatening public health and annoying.Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin
Khairy made the statement as a response to a tweet by user @DrSakinah3 which questioned why antivaxxers can get away easily after making controversial comments on vaccines.
Attached along the tweet was a screenshot of a conversation on Telegram where one of the members of the group accused Khairy of being more interested in buying vaccines and jabbing people with them rather than “protecting the welfare” of people.
Pihak @KKMPutrajaya telah membuat beberapa laporan polis terhadap kumpulan anti-vaksin. Kami harap tindakan susulan (sisatan, pendakwaan, dll) dapat disegerakan. Kumpulan ini terus menyebarkan berita palsu, mengancam kesihatan awam dan annoying. https://t.co/rdAKlUNEFZ— Khairy Jamaluddin 🇲🇾🌺 (@Khairykj) October 15, 2021

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MOH Wants Malaysians To Only Use Regulated Thermometers

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The Health Ministry (MOH) wants Malaysians to use government regulated non-contact infrared thermometers.
Following the events of the Covid-19 pandemic, the public were made aware of thermometers and temperature scanners, which have become a common tool in the “new normal”, that were providing inaccurate readings.

Beware Of Cheap Thermometers, Warns Ministry

Well according to MOH and the Malaysian Medical Device Authority (MDA), any medical devices used to detect medical conditions and diseases are supposed to be subjected to regulations under the Medical Devices Act 2012.
According to regulations, medical devices such as the non-contact infrared thermometers, can only be imported, exported or placed on the market, if the device has been appropriately registered by businesses licensed under MDA.
Going against this rule can land companies with a fine of no more than RM200,000 or a maximum prison sentence of two years, or both.
Non-contact infrared thermometers are labeled as Class B or a low to medium risk device.(Anton/Unsplash)
However, due to the circumstances of the pandemic, authorities had given businesses permission to import and distribute unregistered medical devices for a limited time period after attaining special permission and oversight from the MDA.
Authorities also have the right to stop or call back any devices with performance and safety issues from the market.
But now confusingly, MOH wants the public to be more critical in our purchase and use of thermometers.
MOH recommends that Malaysians inspect the instruction or user manual for thermometers to ensure that we use the “correct” ones, without really explaining what it is the public should be looking for.
Pengimbas Suhu Infrared Tanpa Sentuh yang digunakan untuk periksa suhu badan kita sebelum masuk ke premis tertentu adalah peranti perubatan Kelas B (Berisiko Sederhana Rendah). Alat ini perlu berdaftar dgn PBPP. Info lanjut dan pertanyaan lawat laman sesawang yang tertera. pic.twitter.com/p3bXsghQJ5— KKMPutrajaya (@KKMPutrajaya) June 30, 2020
We’ve reached out to the MDA for comments regarding this and are still waiting on a reply.
For now, TRP suggests for our readers to just stay away from those “cheap” thermometers and only use ones with the official SIRIM certification stamp of approval as recommended by the Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Ministry (KPDNHEP).

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Beware Of Cheap Thermometers, Warns Ministry
Pengumuman Rasmi  Pengimbas Suhu Infrared Tanpa Sentuh (Non-contact Infrared Thermometers)
Medical Device Act 2012


Squid Game Is Everywhere And It’s Creeping At This Shopping Mall Near You

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Marketers are on the ball when it comes to riding on the popularity of the Netflix series Squid Game.

It is now Netflix’s biggest series launch and has stolen the top spot from period drama series Bridgerton.
And like anything ground-breaking, marketers are quick to make the most of the hype.
One brand that’s doing it right is the shopping mall Sunway Pyramid who has collaborated with Netflix to recreate the iconic scene from the “Red Light, Green Light” game.
The activation was done in collaboration with The Chariot Agency, C27 and Maker Lab and since 14 October (Thursday), the mall has seen an overall increase of close to 10% of footfall as compared to the previous Thursday.
In addition, the footfall around where the game is hosted increased by 15%.
Meet the giant doll from Squid Game in person
(Credit: Sunway Pyramid / Facebook)
Without revealing too much, the giant doll featured in the ‘Red Light, Green Light game will be there as the main installation (LG1 Pyramid Atrium opposite from Costa Coffee), and also at select entrances to scan your temperature before you enter the mall.
If you’re feeling sick, stay home because you don’t want to find out what happens if she singles you out for having a temperature (plus, they probably won’t let you in).
You will also see the pink officers from the game to ensure you follow SOPs properly. And if you ask nicely for a business card, you will also receive an invitation card where you can obtain rewards such as special deals, privileges, and gifts from retailers in the mall.
The Squid Game madness happens from now till 31 October, and from now until 24 October, join in on their online contest to win a Netflix gift code.
For more information, visit Sunway Pyramid’s campaign page here.

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Mala hotpot lovers can now enjoy China’s top restaurant in KL (Pictures)

Hotpot lovers are in for a treat as Chuanxi Bazi, China’s #1 hotpot brand, is now serving delicious Szechuan-style hotpot in Cheras, KL.
Though there are many different Szechuan-style hotpot restaurants in the area, Chuanxi Bazi stands out as the official “Chinese Hot Pot” brand as awarded by the China Cuisine Association (CCA).

Chuanxi Bazi in Sunway Velocity, Cheras.

The menu is clear with prices and cooking times printed with the dishes.

Their mala soup base is strongly recommended (naturally) with a combination of either the tomato soup base for a sweeter taste or the mushroom soup base for a savoury taste.

 We opted for the mala soup base paired with the tomato soup base.

The sauce bar allows you to mix your own ingredients.

If things get too spicy, their complimentary sesame oil dressing helps to take away the heat. Add it to your specialty sauce mix.

Time to eat!
We started off with an appetizer: the Crispy Fried Pork. It was certainly delicious, crisp, and non-oily. It felt like a mala party in your mouth as it is fried with a helping of Szechuan peppercorn.

Crispy fried pork

Two-flavour shrimp paste
Imported beef tripe
Pork ball with quail egg
Chaunxi Bazi’s signature mala soup base has been boiled for 24 hours with only the freshest spices and chilies. As such, the soup base is very flavourful while packing quite a lot of heat.
The mala was hot and numb, but not overwhelmingly uncomfortable, which was a nice change from the multitudes of mala restaurants that serve unflavourful spicy food.
Though deliciously numbing from the generous amount of peppercorn used in the soup base, the spiciness catches up with you after a while, so be prepared and pace yourself.
If you need a break from the spice, the aromatic and salty tomato soup does a wonderful job of giving your taste buds a little respite.
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The ingredients served were wonderfully fresh and tender. They all paired nicely with the soups as well.
Chuanxi Bazi also has a house specialty: their own yoghurt which is lightly sweet, creamy, and immediately soothes your mouth and stomach from the spice.

Strongly recommended to ensure you won’t need to visit the toilet after your meal.

All in all, Chuanxi Bazi immediately stands out for its aromatic soup bases. Though a little pricey, the quality of the food is certainly worth it. Try their house specialties for a satisfying dining experience!
Address:Chuanxi Bazi2nd Floor, V03A-02-02, Sunway Visio Tower (V03A), Lingkaran SV, Sunway Velocity, Jalan Cheras, Maluri, 55100Open 11am-11pm daily

They are currently running an opening promotion so bring your friends and family to enjoy a fat discount!2 pax- 10% off3 pax- 15% off4 pax- 20% off5 pax- 25% off6 pax- 30% off7 pax and up- 40% off

PS. If you need tissues to save yourself from embarrassment the spiciness, their tissues are “hidden” in a little drawer under the table so you don’t have to flag down the waiters.

Hidden drawer for tissues!


Japan’s “Twitter Killer” Caught With 9 Human Heads Had Hunted Suicidal Women Online To “Help” End Their Pain

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Takahiro Shiraishi is the ruthless murderer who has been dubbed the “Twitter Killer” as he used the popular social media platform to look for victims – sad and vulnerable young women who expressed suicidal thoughts online.

The 30-year-old has admitted to murdering eight women and one man, aged 15 to 26, between August and October 2017.
Caught with 9 severed heads & 240 body parts in his apartment
Takahiro Shiraishi. (Credit: Nextshark)
Takahiro’s serial killings were discovered on Halloween in 2017 while Japanese police were investigating the disappearance of a 23-year-old woman who turned out to be one of his victims.
After the woman had gone missing, her brother gained access to her Twitter account and noticed a suspicious Twitter user. Following this lead, the police visited Takahiro’s apartment in the Japanese city of Zama, near Tokyo.
When they arrived, he reportedly told the police that the woman was stored in his freezer.
They eventually found nine heads along with as many as 240 pieces of arm and leg bones stashed in coolers and toolboxes which had been covered in cat litter to hide the evidence.
The Japanese media called his apartment the “house of horrors” due to the large number of dismembered body parts it contained.
Takahiro reportedly told a Japanese daily news outlet that he hadn’t planned on getting caught and boasted of not being identified until his final victim.
Preying on lonely, suicidal women online
Takahiro Shiraishi’s now-suspended Twitter account (@hangingpro). (Credit: Nextshark)
Takahiro approached people who expressed suicidal thoughts on Twitter and other social media platforms using an account name that loosely translated as “Hangman”, according to JapanTimes.
He would then invite them to his home in Zama, saying that he could help them die, and in some cases, saying he would kill himself alongside them as well.
It is alleged that he sexually assaulted all his female victims. He also strangled and dismembered their bodies.
He apparently also used the internet to research how to mutilate bodies and purchased tools such as a chopper and a saw, as well as practiced how to tie rope knots.
He murdered eight young women and one 20-year-old man, a friend of one of his female victims who was killed while seeking her whereabouts. Three of his female victims were still in high school, the youngest was only 15 years old.
I killed them and did some work on the bodies in order to hide the evidence.Takahiro Shiraishi to the police, via Insider
Takahiro Shiraishi after his arrest in 2017. (Credit: BBC)
Some media outlets claim that Takahiro also stole cash from his victims and that he owed one of the women around ¥360,000 (~RM14,000).
The names of those Takahiro murdered have been withheld to protect their privacy.
Punishment
After five months of psychiatric tests, prosecutors concluded Takahiro could be held criminally liable and indicted him in September 2018.
Prosecutors sought the death penalty for Takahiro, but his lawyers argued for a lesser charge citing “murder with consent” with the claim that his victims had given him permission to kill them.
Interestingly, Takahiro himself disputed his own defence team, admitting that he had killed his victims without any consent.
There were bruises on the back of the victims’ heads. It means there was no consent and I did it so that they wouldn’t resist.Takahiro to a news outlet, via BBC
Takahiro Shiraishi. (Credit: Nextshark)
On Tuesday (15 December 2020), Judge Naokuni Yano delivered Takahiro’s death sentence, calling the crimes “cunning and cruel”.
None of the nine victims consented to be killed, including silent consent. It is extremely grave that the lives of nine young people were taken away. The dignity of the victims was trampled upon.Judge Naokuni Yano
The death penalty is carried out by hanging in Japan, fitting for the man who calls himself the “Hangman”.
More than 400 people turned up to watch the verdict on Tuesday, despite the court only having 16 seats available for the public, reported local media.
Impact
Local residents pray near Takahiro Shiraishi’s apartment complex in Zama, outside Tokyo, on 10 November 2017. (Credit: Insider)
Japan has long battled one of the highest suicide rates in the industrialised world.
After preventative measures were introduced over a decade ago, figures dropped. But there have been signs of a spike since the Covid-19 pandemic began.
Takahiro’s killings stunned Japan and triggered fresh debates on suicide, the websites where suicide is discussed, and how those considering suicide need to be helped.
The government also indicated that it may introduce new regulations.
Twitter’s chief executive Jack Dorsey called the case “extremely sad” and the crimes have prompted Twitter to amend its rules to state that users should not “promote or encourage suicide or self-harm”.

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The MY-SG High Speed Rail Project May Be Revived And Include Thailand!

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Malaysia is in talks with Singapore to revive the terminated high-speed railway (HSR) project, reported Bernama.

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said that Malaysia is hoping that the project could resume as soon as possible, adding that Transport Minister Datuk Seri Wee Ka Siong is in discussion with his Singaporean counterpart S. Iswaran on the matter.
According to the prime minister, Malaysia is looking to propose several changes including to the terms and conditions of the contract.
“It is an ongoing discussion. If possible we want it to be sped up because Malaysia also has plans to establish an HSR between Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok.
“If possible, we want to link Bangkok-KL and KL-Singapore,” Ismail was quoted as saying.
He added that there’s a possibility that the HSR could be linked-up all the way to China as Thailand and the republic is also in process of building a high-speed train line.
Ismail said that his administration is only reviving a project that had been agreed upon before Pakatan Harapan took over the country in 2018.
“Not to say priority, since the planning is already there, right from the start, right from Barisan Nasional’s time, planning is completed, only stopped for a while” replied Ismail when asked whether the project is a priority to the current government.
Ismail said this during a question-answer session with several representatives of the foreign media and Bernama at Putrajaya, yesterday.
Despite both countries having jointly announced the termination of the HSR project on 31 December 2020, Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong had stated that the republic is open to any new proposal from Malaysia on the  Kuala Lumpur-Singapore HSR project.
Under the previous agreement, the 350km railway line connecting Kuala Lumpur and Singapore was scheduled to be completed by 2026, which will reduce the travel time between the two destinations to 90 minutes.

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Health Minister Dr Adham Baba’s Covid-19 Pandemic Book Draws Flak From Malaysians Online

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Datuk Seri Dr Adham Baba’s image as the Health Minister has not recovered since his infamous statement regarding warm water and its effects on the Covid-19 virus. Ever since then, many members of the public have heavily criticised him and his work as the Health Minister of Malaysia.
This time, Dr Adham has drawn flak from Malaysians online after the Health Ministry promoted his recent book via their official Facebook page.

Titled “Malaysia Health Sector Response To Covid-19 Pandemic”, the Facebook post explains that the book is a written documentary by Dr Adham on the Covid-19 developments in Malaysia.

The book describes how the country prepared and strategised to tackle the outbreak here. It includes descriptions on the public health approaches that were implemented, such as the roles played by clinics, hospitals, and medical laboratories in the country.
The book was published by the Institutes for Health Systems Research (IHSR), the National Institutes of Health (NIH), and the Health Ministry of Malaysia as well as collaborations from various parties.
The “whole of government and whole of society” approach is among the elements that contributed to Malaysia’s success. This approach has also fostered unity and fueled the spirit of solidarity between all walks of life in Malaysia.Ministry of Health via Facebook
Unfortunately, it seems that some Malaysian Facebook users did not share the sentiments of Dr Adham and the Health Ministry on the book. To put it simply, the comment section of the post is vicious.

Most of the comments argue that the book should be attributed to the country, or the Health Ministry, instead of the Health Minister.

While others felt that considering the pandemic has yet to end, writing a book about the topic should not be the current priority.

According to the post, you can get an electronic version of the book here.

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“Mekdi” Now Serves Ayam Rendang & It’s Definitely Not Crispy

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Nasi lemak is undoubtedly Malaysia’s national dish. In recent years, McDonald’s has fully embraced the meal, offering their Nasi Lemak McD together with their hugely popular Ayam Goreng McD.

Now, however, they are fully leaning into their Nasi Lemak menu, offering a brand new item to go with it: the classic Rendang Ayam McD.
The Nasi Lemak Mcd with Rendang Ayam comes with all your nasi lemak favourites: sambal, fried egg, cucumber slices, and crunchy anchovies.(Credit: TRP)
The rendang ayam was pretty flavourful with a reasonable amount of heat. The rendang itself is not very spicy, making it easy for all ages to enjoy. In fact, the sambal that came with the nasi lemak was slightly spicier than the rendang!
All in all the Nasi Lemak McD with Rendang Ayam is a moderately enjoyable addition to their growing menu.
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Fans of McDonald’s pies will also enjoy the sweet corn flavoured pie, which boasts their usual crackly crust and creamy sweet corn.
The cendol flavoured McFlurry came as a surprise as to how well the creamy vanilla ice cream works with gula melaka and cendol. It brings to mind a thicker ice kacang to be enjoyed on scorching hot days.

In addition to that, customers now have the option to choose their favourite burger cutlets too, which means that you can have a plate of Nasi Lemak McD with either the Spicy Chicken McDeluxe Cutlet or the Grilled Chicken Burger (GCB) Cutlet instead!
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If you’ve ever been torn between ordering the Nasi Lemak McD and one of your favourite burgers, this is like having the best of both worlds.
You can also pick up a cendol McFlurry and a sweet corn pie.(Credit: TRP)
All new items are currently available in stores.

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“We Have Jobs Here But They Like To Move About” Kelantan Deputy MB On Kelantanese Folks Migrating Elsewhere For Work

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Kelantan Deputy Menteri Besar Datuk Mohd Amar Nik Abdullah defended that there are plenty of jobs in the state but this doesn’t stop Kelantanese folks from migrating outside due to their fondness for wandering.

Mohd Amar said that while there are adequate opportunities inside the state, a lot of Kelantanese opted to work outside of Kelantan, while there are also those who are choosy about jobs.
He however said that this is not unique to Kelantan as there are a lot of people from other states that also chose to do so, pointing to a recent study that revealed that 500,000 Malaysians were working abroad.
Mohd Amar, who is also the PAS vice-president, however, said that while this is down to personal preference, the Kelantan state government will try to find ways to encourage people to work inside their own state.
“This was due to attitude and if there is a need we will build a platform to provide information to the people to attract them to work in their own state,” he was quoted as saying by Sinar Harian.
Mohd Amar said this in a dialogue session in Kota Baru, last night.
He was responding to claims about the apparent lack of job opportunities in Kelantan that forced its people to migrate.
Mohd Amar said that their fondness for wandering is not only limited to jobs but also can be seen in education.
He said that even people in his constituency, Panchor, would prefer to go to schools in Kota Baru, despite existing schools in the constituency.
Another prime example, according to Mohd Ammar, is Kelantanese preference to study in Kuala Lumpur for their tertiary education despite the existence of institutions such as the Sultan Ismail Petra International Islamic College in the state.
He also said that there is an abundance of job opportunities in the oil palm plantations across the state which offers a high salary but the lack of takers forced the industry players to rely on foreign labour.

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I Taught My Grandma How To Video Call To See Her Smile Without Putting Her At Risk

2020 is drawing to a close and I haven’t seen my grandmother in a year.
Although she has lived through the horrors of the Japanese Occupation of Malaya, the Malayan Emergency, and the 1998 Asian financial crisis, it could very well be a global pandemic at the age of 88 that becomes her downfall.

Needless to say, my friends, I am terrified.
“Take care of yourself okay, my dear,” she spoke softly into the phone when I called her up on her birthday. “I’m old already and have lived long enough. Don’t you worry.”
With the elderly considered a high-risk group, a global pandemic means I must refrain from holding my grandmother’s warm hands.(Credit: Sabine van Erp/Pixabay)
I didn’t want this to be her last words to me, nor my last memory of her face to be the faint memory of a dinner we had before the pandemic hit.
While I stay locked in the urban jungle of Klang Valley, she remains hundreds of kilometres away in the greener pastures of Perak and indifferent to modern day technology – which makes communication a touch difficult.
Convincing grandma that she needs to learn.
Age is no barrier to learning. The question you REALLY need an answer to is WHY would grandma WANT to learn to use a smartphone? Does she NEED to, or do you just WANT her to? There’s a difference.Internet advice from a stranger.
How does one convince your grandma to use her phone beyond calling and texting?(Credit: Joseph Chan/Unsplash)
I knew I WANTED her to, but I’m also convinced that she NEEDS to. She’s a pretty independent woman who lives alone with a paid caretaker, so I KNOW she’d love to be able to see the faces of her physically distanced kids and grandkids.
“Baby steps is key, start with what she already knows,” came the Internet advice. Fair enough, she knows WhatsApp and thankfully that comes with a video call function as well.
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“Ok nani, you know WhatsApp right?” I asked her on our next call. “Hmmm..?” came her noncommittal response.  “Did you know we can actually see each other using the phone?” I continued and heard a squeak of surprise on the line. I knew I had her.
Her voice suddenly began trembling and I could feel her tearing up as my beloved grandmother sighed how much she missed seeing everyone’s faces. I assured her that we all miss her too, and the thought of her sitting alone, distanced from her loved ones is too much to bear.
Let the video call attempts begin
While the task may seem simple enough to an able-bodied millennial, the cloudy eyes of old age and joints swollen with gout make it an arduous task – coupled with the fact that the internet connection in the kampung isn’t always the strongest.
Credit: Markus Winkler/Unsplash
Attempt No 1 just gave me a black screen – turns out she had the phone up to her ear and didn’t realise that’s not how it’s done.
Attempt No 2 yielded slightly better results, but the angle was…. off. So all I got to see was the very top of her head and a generous view of the ceiling. She had also accidentally muted me and I spent three minutes belting out instructions to the ceiling.
I could tell she was getting frustrated. “But’s it’s going to be worth it!” I assured her during our next call. We had tried to switch on the video, but the faltering internet signal in her kampung refused to allow that to happen.
Nonetheless, she persevered and on one thankfully good day of internet connection, her face flickered onto my screen.
“Oh, my dear,” whispered my nani and I finally got to see her beaming smile.
A smile is worth a thousand words
A grandmother’s love is the best thing in the world.(Credit: @hillaryperalta/Unsplash)
No matter how many phone calls or texts we exchange, nothing beats seeing her face filled with happiness and love. This entire ordeal was proof that even if physical distancing means I can’t see that cheer in person, the internet still makes it possible for loved ones to be continually connected.
It was at this moment I truly understood the meaning of a Malay proverb that goes “senyum itu sedekah” or  “a smile is a gift”. Spreading smiles, especially in this pandemic-addled year, is a seemingly small, but great gift of appreciation and generosity.
This is why Gamuda Land’s “Spread the Smile” campaign focuses on reminding everyone that joy, love and care can be shared even during this difficult period where physical distancing is the norm.
Credit: Gamuda Land
With technology and smart connectivity on our side – especially within the Gamuda Cove 5G Township – the property developer shows how we can stay emotionally connected, receive support from those around and touch hearts, despite being physically distanced.
So while it may be hard to find a reason to smile right now, it truly is a gift that keeps on giving. After all, a smile is the perfect embodiment of the ever-hospitable Malaysian spirit.

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Filipino Fast Food Chain Jollibee To Hit West Malaysian Shores In 2022

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All hail Malaysia’s booming fast food industry because after much too long, Philippine’s top fast food chain Jollibee will be opening its doors in Peninsular Malaysia.

Jollibee is most well known for their unique spin on classic American-style fast food by adding Filipino delights such as Jolly Spaghetti, which is a sweet Filipino-style spaghetti, along with juicy classic fried ChickenJoy.

According to The Malaysian Reserve, Jollibee Food Corporations will be investing US$8 million (approximately RM33.7 million) into entering the West Malaysia market, with 120 outlets planned to be opened over a span of 10 years.
As of now, there is only one sole Jollibee outlet in the whole of the country, and that’s in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.

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Rohingya Man Responds To Activist ‘Ustaz’, Says We Are Not Here By Choice

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Malaysia is a country filled with opportunities for its own people and for those who come here with dreams and ambitions.

Recently a video made by a Rohingya man went viral on social media. The video was in response to an “activist” identified only as “ustaz” who is apparently known on TikTok for making videos about immigrants.

Korang la ni selalu sangat kutuk orang Rohingya, ni wakil dia dah marah dahPart 1 pic.twitter.com/dN5CDUdkWx— ISU SEMASA VIRAL (@isusemasaviral) February 28, 2023

The “ustaz”, who posts on TikTok as @lawan4malaysialgi recently posted a video shot in Kampung Bagan, Penang where he was seen questioning a Rohingya man operating a shop.

https://www.tiktok.com/@lawan4malaysialagi/video/7204439329974816026?q=lawan4malaysialagi&t=1677653614973

The “ustaz” alleged in the video that the immigrants owned motorcycles without proper documentation and licence, calling for the Road Transport Department (JPJ) to conduct a raid.
Meanwhile, the Rohingya man in his viral video responded to the “ustaz” saying while it is true they came from another country, but they are not here by choice.
…Our hometown has problems, so we had to run here,Rohingya Man
The Rohingya man also pointed out that they are here to work and not disturb anyone’s family or their well-being.
We have legs, arms and strength to work and earn our own living so that we don’t trouble the local people.Rohingya Man
At the end of the video, he urged the “ustaz” to stop involving himself too much in the business of the immigrants and allow the rightful people in charge to take care of it.
This has caused some mixed emotions among Netizens. Some are saying that we should continue to voice our grouses, with some complaining the immigrants were not grateful with the opportunities they had been given.
Orang malaysia ni makin lama makin takde belas kasihan dengan common sense agaknya, dia nak cari makan cane kalau kad pink tu tak bagi dia kerja? Nak harapkan bantuan kerajaan cane? kalau kerajaan nak bagi bantuan kat rakyat sendiri pun terketar-ketar? (Itupun kalau bagi)— retard (@Itsyaboiagain2) February 28, 2023
Tidak sedar di untung, sudah diberi tumpang malah mahu menjadi tuan.— Moerni (@itsmurni_) February 28, 2023
The long-standing debate on immigrants are not just prevalent here, but pretty much everywhere else around the world. What are your thoughts on it?

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10YO Girl In Kedah Dies While Trying To Stop Reversing Car On Her Own

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A 10-year-old girl died after she was pinned underneath a reversing car at Kampung Keldang in Kuala Ketil, Kedah, on Saturday, 23 April.

New Straits Times reported that the girl named Aishah Amani Amirrudin was playing in the family’s Proton Wira (pic right) with her 7-year-old brother around 2pm.
Her brother said Aisyah panicked after she released the car’s handbrake and the vehicle began to reverse.
The unfortunate accident happened when Aisyah got out of the car and tried to stop the car herself.
She went to the back of the car to do so and was mowed down by the vehicle. Her two elder sisters and younger brother yelled for help when they realised Aisyah got pinned under the vehicle.
Their 29-year-old uncle, who was getting ready for work as an ambulance driver, heard the commotion and rushed out to see what went on.
He saw the three siblings trying to pull their sister from underneath the car’s rear. He managed to push the car forward and pull the victim out.
He then rushed the victim to the Sultan Abdul Halim Hospital in Sungai Petani using his company ambulance. However, the victim died on the way.
Based on the autopsy report, the victim suffered injuries to the back of her neck and head.
Investigations found that the car was parked on a slope.
Aisyah, the third child of four siblings, lived with her father, uncle and grandmother. Both father and grandmother were not at home when the tragedy struck.
When the incident happened, the eldest sister (15) was studying while the second sister (12) was asleep in the living room.
The police classified the case as sudden death and will be investigating the case under Section 31(1) of the Children Act 2001.

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Live In A Condo? Here’s The MCO2.0 SOP On Renovations, Deliveries, Visitors & More

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*Updated as of 16 February 2021. The full document (in Bahasa Malaysia) is available on the National Security Council website here.

Covid-19 Prevention Measures
Body temperatures must be screened at entrances before people enter the strata scheme area. Furthermore, management should advise individuals with body temperatures above 37.5°C or COVID-19 symptoms such as sore throats, coughs, colds or shortness of breath to go to a clinic as well as note down the information of the individual to be reported to the Health Ministry (KKM).Use of the MySejahtera application to record presence is mandatory though exceptions are given for areas that do not have internet access, especially in villages and remote areas. Instead, their name, telephone number, date and time of arrival at the premises must be noted in a record book for contact tracing purposes.Practicing physical distancing of at least 1 metre between individuals.Wash hands with soap and water or hand sanitizer.Wear a face mask.Disinfect surfaces that are easily contaminated.
Management Office Operations
Operate minimally by limiting direct contact with customers. The operating times in the strata scheme is according to the respective operating hours.The maximum number of management staff allowed to come to the office is 30% or only 3 people subject to physical distancing in the management office.Limited and controlled access to the public by adopting COVID-19 Prevention Measures.The operation of essential services can be carried out optimally at all times.
Committee Meetings
Physical meetings are not allowed.Meetings can be held online
Post / Courier / Delivery Person Management
Permission to send the order directly to the address is subject to the approval of the Joint Management Body (JMB) / Management Committee (MC) / Property Manager.Must comply with COVID-19 Prevention Measures.
Maintenance & Repair Management
Maintenance and repair of damage to common property is permitted.Maintenance and repair of critical damage involving essential services in the unit / compartment is allowed subject to management approval.
Renovation
Renovation is allowed in vacant units / compartmentsRenovation works involving continuous noise are not permitted for multi-storey strata residences.The allowable period of renovation work is subject to management approval
Moving
Moving is not allowed in all strata schemes unless special approval is obtained in the strata scheme issued by the Housing and Local Government Ministry (KPKT).
Visitor Management
Visitors are not allowed to enter the strata schemes in MCO areas unless given specific clearance and permission by management.Visitors who have been given permission are required to comply with COVID-19 Prevention Measures at the security control post or any other designated place as well as supply information to management for the use of contact tracing if required.Visitors approved by the management are only allowed to go to the unit or the specific location for which they registered.
Service Provider Management
Entry of Service Providers to the strata scheme is subject to approval and direction from the management.Each Service Provider employee is required to comply with the COVID-19 Prevention Measures at the security control post or any other designated place as well as supply information to management for the use of contact tracing if required.Service Providers approved by the management are only allowed to go to the unit or the specific location for which they registered.
Contractor Management
The entry of all Contractors / vendors / employees to the strata scheme to perform essential services damage maintenance work is subject to the approval and direction of management and they are only allowed to go to the relevant unit or location.Contractors / vendors / employees are required to provide information to management for the use of contact tracing before entering the strata scheme. The contractor / vendor / employee must submit the latest identification information and telephone number to the management and comply with the Construction SOP issued by the Works Ministry (KKR).Contractors / vendors / employees must submit the latest COVID-19 screening results in accordance with MOH guidelines subject to any up-to-date instructions.Contractors / vendors / employees must comply with COVID-19 Prevention Measures at the security control post or any other designated place.
Occupant Management and Common Property Use
Occupants have limited movement in the strata scheme and must practice physical distancing of at least 1 metre.Organising of religious gatherings and activities is not allowed and any exceptions are subject to the SOP issued by the National Security Council (MKN).Sports and recreational activities are subject to the Sports and Recreation SOP by the Youth and Sports Ministry (KBS).Facilities located in common property areas of the strata scheme are not allowed to be used and any exceptions are subject to SOPs issued by the Government such as Sports and Recreation SOP (KBS) and Tourism Sector (MOTAC).

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Covid Cases And Deaths On The Rise Again

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There has been an increase in the number of new Covid-19 infections for the 26th Epidemiological Week (ME 26), from 26 June to 2 July 2, with the number of new cases recorded inside the country stands at 16,694 cases.

In a statement issued today, Health director-general Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah said that the total number of new cases recorded in ME 26 saw an increment of 6.1 % compared to the 15,739 cases recorded in the previous week (ME 25).
Kenyataan Media Kementerian Kesihatan MalaysiaSituasi Semasa Jangkitan Penyakit Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) Di Malaysia Minggu Epidemiologi 26 (26 Jun – 2 Julai 2022) pic.twitter.com/XLxmQUcGew— KKMalaysia🇲🇾😷 (@KKMPutrajaya) July 4, 2022
He also added that the number of death cases recorded in ME 26 stands at 26, which doubled from the 13 cases recorded the week before.
“The admission of Covid-19 patients into health facilities (public hospitals and Covid-19 Quarantine and Treatment Centres (PKRCs)) per 100,000 population, has increased by 10% in ME 26 compared to the ME 25,” the statement reads.
According to Noor Hisham, there were now 10 active Covid-19 clusters in the country.
While there may be an increase in infection in ME 26 compared to ME 25, there has also been an increase in the number of recovered cases as well.
“The number of recovered cases increased by 1.5 per cent from 14,078 cases (ME 25) to 14,293 cases,” he said.
Meanwhile, the average daily active cases during ME 26 rose 3,4% to 28,956b cases compared to the previous week.
Noor Hisham said that there has been a total of 4,571,355 cumulative Covid-19 cases recorded in the country from ME 4 (25 January 2020) to ME 26 with 4,595 200 cases of recovery recorded.

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All Sports And Co-Curricular Activities To Resume In Schools Starting 21 March

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Senior Education Minister Datuk Dr Radzi Jidin has announced that all physical sports and co-curricular activities in school can resume starting Monday, 21 March.

 This is definitely good news for our children who have been confined to their classrooms until now. We want students and teachers to get used to the transition stage of living with Covid-19 before moving to the endemic phase.Senior Education Minister Datuk Dr Radzi Jidin, as quoted by Malay Mail.
All the activities and participants must still adhere to the SOPs set by the Health Ministry (KKM) and the National Security Council (MKN).
Among the measures listed in the School Management and Operation Guidelines 3.0 are using indoor school facilities with enough ventilation and room, making sure everyone in school is asymptomatic, and masking up while carrying out the activities.
Radzi added that only teachers, coaches and students from the involved schools will be allowed to participate. Any activities that involve external parties will need approval from the Education Ministry (KPM).
According to New Straits Times, the Education Ministry has the prerogative to cancel the events if the organisers are found to have violated the SOPs.
The new ruling also applies to all private institutions such as schools and centres that are registered under KPM.
Previously, all sports and co-curricular activities in school were put on hold due to the pandemic on 10 June 2020.

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Here Are 10 Big Brands Who Are Jumping Onto The Coldplay Bandwagon

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It seems that Coldplay fans are not the only ones excited for the band’s arrival to Malaysia!

Several big brands such as McDonald’s, Ikea and many others have also joined in the Coldplay hype by advertising their products using song lyrics from the band with their very own twists.
The band’s “Music Of The Spheres World Tour” concert also saw positive reactions from several highly known figures in Malaysia, who welcomed their arrival with open arms.
Of these figures were Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim as well as Communications and Digital Minister YB Fahmi Fadzil.
READ MORE: It’s official! Coldplay Is Coming To KL This November, Ticket Details Inside
As mentioned, several companies and big names such as McDonald’s, IKEA, Bask Bear Coffee and several others also joined in the fun using catchy lyrics from the band to promote their items.
These are the 10 brands with the catchiest advertisements who jumped on board the Coldplay train:
1. Be U by Bank Islam

2. Carsome Malaysia

3. Texas Chicken

4. McDonald’s Malaysia

5. Tealive Malaysia

6. Bask Bear Coffee

7. IKEA Malaysia

8. Maybank Malaysia

9. Nestle Ice Cream Malaysia

10. Maggie Malaysia

Netizens have also taken to social media to collect these advertisements for others to see and possibly join in the fun as well.
Do check out this Twitter thread here for the compilation of brands and their adverstisements using Coldplay lyrics to spice things up!

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Sarcastic comment on M’sia plastic straw ban has netizens tweeting away in snide

A sarcastic rant about Malaysiaâ€™s recent ban on the use of plastic straws is currently the grist for the gossip mill on social media.

(Image Credit: CHEEZburger)

Taking to Twitter to voice out his thoughts, user Loius Liaw tweets on the supposed hypocrisy of the nation’s move in addressing issues regarding pollution and single-use plastic products.

If you go to KFC & buy a snack meal:
Mash – in plasticColeslaw – in plasticTeaspoon, tissue, & chilli sos – wrapped in a plasticChilli sos itself – in plastic Drinks – lid is plastic Then the snack box – put in plastic bagDrink – in a separate plastic bag.
But No sTRaWww
â€” Louis Liaw (@louisliaw) July 11, 2019

The tweet which was posted on July 11 pokes fun at Malaysia’s dream of a â€˜zero wasteâ€™ nation and the humour behind the prohibition on single-use plastic straws.
In his tweet, Louis joked on the irony of the straw-pocalypse when most consumer food items are readily available and packed in similar plastic-made containers.

 (Image Credit: CHEEZburger)

Louis Liaw explains that although the move was a great step towards the end goal of saving the environment, there’s still a long way to go til this dream of ours can fully be realised.

Let it be clear that this is to poke fun at how much more has to be done if weâ€™re serious bout saving the environment. & @KFCmalaysia has to seriously think what theyâ€™re doing. However reducing single use plastic like straws is better than nth. Muting this, follow for more lols.
â€” Louis Liaw (@louisliaw) July 13, 2019

This sentiment was seemingly shared by a majority of Malaysianâ€™s who apparently agreed on the notion of this plastic paradox.

I find it funny and ironic at the same time but its a start …
â€” Musyrif Kamsani (@syeripp) July 11, 2019

The same question is on my mind: what is the difference between straw-shaped plastics and non-straw-shaped plastics?
â€” MathÂ¹MistakesÂ² (@amir_faizal_) July 12, 2019

They just want to save the turtles. Not the earth 😂
â€” KUN (@aidikarami) July 13, 2019

Sooooo related pic.twitter.com/9tP6M9bUIJ
â€” idan (@cdantekam) July 12, 2019

I feel like the only reason people stop using plastic straws is because of the turtle with the straw up its nose video. If it hadn’t gone viral, people would still be using plastic straws now
â€” Marchie â€Žà¥ª (@puriimochi) July 13, 2019

Others, however, were more accepting of the idea, saying that the ban on plastic straws was a reasonable step towards minimising plastic pollutants and moving towards a cleaner Malaysia.

Good things take time
â€” izzat (@izzatamirul97) July 13, 2019

We going slowly bro..
â€” bebego🐰 (@Itsfield) July 13, 2019

atleast people are trying to change 😌 slow and steady
â€” Irah_haz (@black_rxsx) July 12, 2019

While others see the straw prohibition as nothing more than a marketing scheme, pitting the blame on corporations and stating that it is the companies who are upmost responsible in addressing the global plastic problem.

I see it more as a corporate move. Being seen as eco-friendly is a strategic marketing these days. I mean…everyone cares abt turtles.
â€” Albino Burrito (@alfzhd) July 11, 2019

While these small â€˜no straw stepsâ€™ are good and all, real change isnâ€™t gonna happen unless corporations take the initiative to make bigger changes but we all know thatâ€™s not gonna happen bec of $$$. No straws are a bandaid solution to a bigger problem.
â€” isabella (@delriodelano) July 14, 2019

The ban on plastic straws has officially been in effect in Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya, Selangor, and Labuan since early this year with the aim of educating the public on the long term impact of plastic pollution, particularly straws on the environment.
Although the straw-ban might seem like nothing more than just another half-baked means at addressing the global pollution crisis.

(Image Credit: iBANplastic)

As the global community shifts its mindset toward being more aware and conscious about the planet, any method in trying to resolve our common problems can be seen as the right step at making a change for the better.

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But, hippie speeches aside… Tell us your thoughts on the matter.
Is the plastic straw ban a good move towards a better, cleaner Earth?
Or is it nothing more than just a feeble-minded step at avoiding an even larger problem?
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Klang Valley CMCO Rules Have Been Updated (Again)

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Some rules have been changed in just two days since the Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO) was implemented in Klang Valley (Selangor, Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya).

Here’s some CMCO rules changes you should take note of:
4 pax now allowed to dine-in at restaurants
On 15 October, Senior Minister (Defence) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri announced that the National Security council had reviewed their decision to limit dine-in at restaurants to only two per table.
Dining in restaurants is limited to two people per table but if the table is big, a maximum of four people are allowed per table.Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri, Senior Minister (Defence)
Friday prayers allowed again
The government has decided to allow Friday prayers in mosques and surau in Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya to have a maximum of 50 people.
The maximum number in a congregations for other obligatory prayers have also been increased to 20 people.
However, both the maximum numbers of people allowed in mosques for prayers are subject to the size of the prayer halls with one-metre physical distancing.
Earlier, mosques were only allowed to hold congregational prayers for the five daily prayers with only six congregates in attendance, including the imam.
CMCO rules that are still in place
Only 2 members per household are allowed to go out for food supplies and other necessities.High-risk individuals and children are not encouraged to go out, especially to open and crowded areas.Interdistrict travel involving areas under CMCO is not allowed (with exceptions for those with medical emergencies or for funeral management). Applications need to be submitted to PDRM for approval.Employees are allowed to cross districts provided they have a valid employee pass or letter from their employer.The government encourages employers to allow employees to work from home.For those who need to cross Selangor or Kuala Lumpur to get to other states, they are advised to get permission from the nearest police station prior to making their trip.Individuals travelling by air through KLIA, KLIA2, and Subang Airport will also need to get police permission.
Economic Activities Within Areas Under CMCO
All business, economic, and industrial activities are allowed to operate.All food and beverage businesses, including grocery stores and convenience stores are allowed to operate between 6am to 10pm.Purchases of food are encouraged to be done via drive-thru, delivery, or take away. Dining-in is allowed with maximum four per table and compliant with food sector SOPs.Daily markets are allowed to operate from 6am to 2pm only.Wholesale markets are allowed to operate from 4am to 2pm only.Farmers markets are allowed to operate from 6am to 12pm only.Night markets are allowed to operate between 4pm to 10pm only.Farmers market and night markets must strictly adhere to SOPs and will be monitored by RELA personnel.Petrol stations are allowed to operate from 6am to 10pm (this excludes petrol stations on highways, who are allowed to operate 24 hours.)All public transport services are allowed to operate.Taxi and e-hailing services can have a maximum of two passengers.Food delivery services are allowed to operate from 6am to 12am.
Medical and Health
Clinics, government and private hospitals are allowed to operate 24 hours.Pharmacies and shops selling medication can operate from 8am to 11pm.
Economy and Industrial Sectors
All vehicles involving industrial, business, and manufacturing are allowed to operate as usual.
Fisheries, Plantation, and Agriculture
Fisheries, plantations, agriculture, livestock, and other activities related to the food chain are allowed to operate.
Ports and Airports
Activities and services at all airports and ports are allowed to operate.
Tourism
All tourism activities involving entering or leaving the CMCO area are not allowed.
Religious Activities
In all non-Muslim places of worship, only six members of staff are allowed.
Leisure, Recreation, Sports, and Cultural Activities
All leisure, recreational, and cultural activities are not permitted.Entertainment activities such as nightclubs or pubs, recreational centers, theme parks, indoor playgrounds, and cinemas are NOT allowed to operate.Individual sport activities, e-sports, non-contact sports, and outdoor sports not exceeding 10 people are allowed.Swimming pool activities, contacts sport, combat sports, and tournaments are NOT allowed.Sporting events in the presence of spectators, competitions involving participants outside the state are NOT allowed.Centralised training programmes implemented by the National Sports Council and State Sports Council can continue in a “quarantine-based approach”.
Education, Workshops, and Meetings.
All institutions of learning are closed during this period.Students taking examinations with foreign educational institutions are allowed to attend exams only.Workshops, seminars, conferences and other similar activities related to meetings, conventions and exhibitions are not allowed.In-service training that is already in progress can continue as long as it remains within the training area only.Meetings should be held via video conferencing, and face-to-face meetings are not recommended.
Ceremonies and Celebrations
Social gatherings are not allowed.
The CMCO in Klang Valley is in place for two weeks until 27 October.

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Conditional MCO: Maximum four diners now allowed per big table
Friday, obligatory prayers allowed in Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya with limited worshippers


More Shuttle Buses Added Between Sentul Timur And Bandaraya LRT Stations

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More shuttle buses will operate between the Sentul Timur and Bandaraya stations starting Monday (27 February) to accommodate commuters on the route.

Rapid Rail said in a statement that 15 shuttle buses will operate between both stations at a frequency of 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, the trains between Sentul Timur and Bandaraya stations will operate at a frequency of 24 minutes starting Monday.
The shuttle bus service which was reactivated last Thursday will stop at the following stations:
Sentul TimurSentulTitiwangsaPWTCSultan IsmailBandaraya
The route alternatives come in light of the structural and track damage near the Bandaraya station on 27 January.
The affected track showed signs of cracking and the cause for the cracks was believed to be due to the construction works near the area.
READ MORE: Ampang Line LRT Experiences Delays Due To Kinked Track Alignment
READ MORE: APAD To Recommend Construction That Led To LRT Structural Damage Halted
The damaged tracks also meant that five trains that were previously used between the Sentul Timur and Bandaraya stations could not return to the Light Rail Transit (LRT) depot in Ampang for maintenance work. These trains had to be removed for safety purposes but two are left in operation.
The remaining two trains will operate alternately starting Monday to ensure commuters still get to use the route and avoid fully closing both the Sentul Timur and Bandaraya stations.
Rapid Rail apologises for any inconvenience caused during that period and will continue to take appropriate steps to facilitate passenger movement.

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[Just In] Ismail Sabri Now Deputy Prime Minister, Says PMO

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The Prime Minister’s Office announced that Defence Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob has also been appointed as Deputy Prime Minister.

Ismail Sabri will still retain his position as the Defense Minister.
At the same time, Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Hussein is now a Senior Minister, retaining the portfolio of Foreign Affairs.
In his new position, Hishammuddin will also head the Security Cluster previously headed by Ismail Sabri.
Prime Minister Tan Sri Mahiaddin Md Yasin has also agreed for Hishammuddin to assist in the implementation of the National Recovery Plan (NRP).
Both appointments have been presented to the Agong and are in effect immediately.
The statement said “It is hoped that this appointment will further enhance capabilities of the Perikatan National Government (PN) especially in the face of the Covid-19 pandemic, strengthen unity among the parties that form the government, and strengthen the PN Government with governance that is transparent, corruption-free, and has integrity.”
Malaysia’s previous Deputy Prime Minister was Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail. She held the position from 21 May 2018 to 24 February 2020. Tun Dr Mahathir Mohammad was the Prime Minister at the time.

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National Skier Aaliyah Yoong Nabbed Third Place In The IWWF Championship

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Aaliyah Yoong Hanifah the national and queen of water skiing has once again proven herself by bringing the country’s name to the international podium when she won the bronze medal in the International Waterski and Wakeboard Federation (IWWF) Under-21 Championships in Boca Laguna, Mexico.

In the event that took place from 13 June to 17 June 2023, Aaliyah won the bronze medal in the Jump discipline from the Cable Ski event.
According to the IWWF website, Aaliyah recorded a jump of 45.2 meters which earned her the podium. Augistina Varas from Chile earned the gold with a jump of 49.5 m while Sade Ferguson from Australia made the silver with a jump of 45.3m.

Aaliyah also managed to grab the 4th position in the overall category of the Cable Ski event in the competition.
However, Aaliyah has a big challenge when dividing her time between her studies and her passion for skiing.
“It is difficult to balance water skiing training with studies because this is my first semester at university” she stated upon arriving in Mexico for the competition as reported by Sinar Daily.
“But I’m indeed very happy for the results from my academic efforts as it is very important for me that I put in my share of hard work to justify my sponsors’ support for my career in school as well as in sport,”
Aaliyah received a scholarship worth of RM 1.1 million from Sime Darby which allowed Aaliyah to practice at Florida Southern College’s top-notch waterski facilities while pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology as reported by The New Straits Times.
Water Skiing Sports.
Water skiing is a physically tricky activity that also requires highly coordinated movements, intense upper body torques, continuous isometric contractions, and close to maximum load on the anaerobic system.
A skier is towed behind a powerboat while using one or more skis to skim the water’s surface.
According to an article by Decathlon, in the year 1922, Ralph Samuelson invented the first water skis by using a pair of boards as skis and a clothesline as a tow rope on Lake Pepin in Lake City, Minnesota. After years of development, the activity was included in the Olympics as a demonstration sport in 1972.
At present times, the sport is being competed worldwide with over 900 competitions sanctioned annually.
It was the first towed sport which later spawned a number of related activities like slalom, trick and ski jumping, wakeboarding and waker suffering, tubing, and kneeboarding.
This sport which began with a man using two boards and a rope has now grown into an international sport which is enjoyed by many.

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Jom Ziarah Programme Up To State Govs To Decide, Says Religious Affairs Minister

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Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na’im Mokhtar said it’s up to the state government to decide whether the Jom Ziarah programme is allowed in the respective states.

Mohd Na’im came to this conclusion since there was a difference in opinion regarding the Jom Ziarah programme in each state, Free Malaysia Today reported.
There is a disagreement, a difference of opinion. I respect the decision at the state level. There are states that prohibit the programme and there are those which allow it.Religious affairs minister Datuk Dr Mohd Na’im Mokhtar
On 17 March, the Penang Islamic religious council (MAINPP) said there was no prohibition on anyone organising the programme that invites Muslims to visit non-Muslim houses of worship as long as it does not violate existing laws.
The organisers must also refer such programmes to MAINPP to ensure they adhere to all the guidelines.
However, the Selangor Islamic Religious Council (Mais) prohibited the programme.
According to Malay Mail, Mais chairman Tan Sri Abdul Aziz Mohd Yusof claimed such activities tend to be negative towards Islam and violate the laws preventing the proselytisation of other religions to Muslims.
He added that Islam does not prohibit friendship and tolerance towards non-Muslims, but programmes such as Jom Ziarah should have some restrictions to ensure no Muslims are being influenced to be interested in other religions.
READ MORE: Selangor Muslims Banned From Attending Events At Other Houses Of Worship
What happened?
The Jom Ziarah programme, an initiative under Project Article 11 by Impact Malaysia, organises trips for youths to different places of worship to promote understanding among different beliefs and cultures.
The programme drew controversy when it was accused of proselytizing Christianity to Muslims with its Jom Ziarah Gereja announcement on Impact Malaysia’s Instagram. The programme has previously organised a trip to a mosque and a gurdwara.
Since the programme is also under the Youth and Sports Ministry, its minister Hannah Yeoh was also accused of similar accusations.
READ MORE: Hannah Yeoh Addresses Claims Of Proselytising To Muslims Under Jom Ziarah Programme

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Malaysia’s First Guide Dog For The Blind Has Passed Away

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The first dog in Malaysia to be recognised as a guide dog has passed away. LaShawn died on 3 May after battling a blood infection. He was eight years old.
His owner, founder of social enterprise Dialogue in the Dark Malaysia, Stevens Chan Kum Fai shared the sad news on 3 May in a Facebook post on the non-profit advocacy group page Dogs For Sight.

Besides being recognised as the first guide dog for the blind in the Malaysia Book of Records in 2018, LaShawn loyally served Stevens for six years since 2014 when he was flown in from China.
Speaking of LaShawn, Stevens said that the lovely canine provided him with a â€œsecond pair of eyesâ€ after he lost his vision to glaucoma in 2002.
LaShawn was admitted to an animal clinic in Cheras on 29 April after showing symptoms of vomiting and diarrhoea and received treatment for leptospirosis. Unfortunately, he was not able to pull through.
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Sadly, due to movement restrictions during the movement control order (MCO), Stevens was not able to be by LaShawnâ€™s side during his final moments.
Stevens acknowledges that he was able to live more independently thanks to the assistance of the clever pooch and hopes that one day the Malaysian government would grant guide dogs legal recognition as aid dogs for people with disabilities.
Stevens had even launched a petition on Change.org in 2018 calling for an amendment to the Persons with Disabilities Act 2008 that would allow guide dogs permission to access public areas and public transportation facilities with their owners.
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It was done with the hope that one day, people with disabilities would be able to travel freely around Malaysia with their furry companions.
The petition garnered more than 85,000 signatures and was submitted to the then-deputy prime minister Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail.
Stevens shared that he regularly encountered difficulties when commuting with LaShawn and in 2014, Malay Mail reported how the duo couldn’t walk through a shopping mall in Kuala Lumpur for 10 minutes without being chased out by security.

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Malaysians Outraged As Perak Matriculation Students Fined RM1,500 For Breaking Covid-19 SOP

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Authorities are looking into how several matriculation students in Perak were supposedly fined RM1,500 each for breaking Covid-19 rules.

Malaysians had called the government unreasonable after allegations surfaced online that the Perak Health Department was issuing summons to students at the Perak Matriculation College (KMP).
The matter was first brought to light by Twitter user @NabilAmirul4 who had shared a picture supposedly showing health authorities in uniform attending to a couple of students at the college’s cafeteria with the caption, “Perak matriculation students have been locked up for a whole semester but in the end, the Health Ministry (KKM) comes into the cafe and issue RM1,500 compounds to students.”
student matrikulasi perak kene kurung for the whole semester but end up kkm masuk cafe pergi kompaun RM1.5k dekat student… KEPALA HOTAK DIA @KKMPutrajaya kitorang punya elaun pun 6 bulan RM1250 jeh hanat… pic.twitter.com/XILpBnGQe2— Bel🇲🇾 (@NabilAmirul4) April 19, 2021
Another Twitter thread posted by user @ainurjannxh claims that many students were charged without warning and that they only had two weeks to pay off the fines to avoid going to court.
She continued by revealing how health authorities had originally came to investigate a food poisoning incident at the college cafeteria before raiding the students for standard operating procedure (SOP) violations.
The post also shared how KMP students have stayed relatively isolated with little contact with the outside world for close to 5 months during their semester in college.
tiba tiba, salah seorang pegawai KKM panggil dia. Takde warning, takde peringatan dan tak tanya. Terus mintak Nama, Ic dan alamat rumahkena kompaun RM1.5k, kena bayar dalam masa 2 minggu di Pejabat Kesihatan Kampar kalau tidak proceed ke Mahkamah pic.twitter.com/OIgYTeKXtj— Jay Jay (@ainurjannxh) April 19, 2021
Double standards & advocacy
The issue caught the attention of Muar Member of Parliament (MP) Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman who questioned the government’s double standard in law enforcement.
“If it’s students, no need to open an investigation paper. Compound straight away,” wrote the former Youth and Sports Minister on Twitter questioning why authorities were so quick on punishing instead of advocating people.
The same was preached by Simpang Renggam MP and former Education Minister Dr Maszlee Malik who commented saying that teaching and reminding people of Covid-19 health guidelines can do more good than issuing compounds on the spot.
Setelah mendengar penjelasan para pelajar, saya gesa pihak @KemPendidikan dan @KPMatrikulasi berunding dengan @KKMPutrajaya tentang isu ini.Usahlah didenda. Pendekatan mendidik lebih baik. Berikan amaran dan peringatan dahulu. Kasihani para pelajar. https://t.co/oGddCSya1c— Maszlee Malik 🇲🇾 (@maszlee) April 20, 2021
Taking action
The matter also received a response from the Health Director-General (DG) Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah who said that the Perak health authorities were investigating the situation.
Siasatan segera sedang dijalankan oleh Jabatan Kesihatan Negeri Perak. Terima kasih atas aduan ini kepada KKM dan perkara ini akan diambil tindakan secepat mungkin. InshaAllah— Noor Hisham Abdullah (@DGHisham) April 19, 2021
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Someone keeps flying a drone over Changi airport; causes 37 flight delays and one diversion to KLIA

Over the past couple of days, a rogue drone has been flying around Changi airport causing a total of 37 flights to be delayed and one flight to be diverted to KLIA.

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In a statement last evening, the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) said that they had to cease operations at one of the airportâ€™s runways for short periods of time between 11pm on Tuesday and 9am yesterday to â€œensure the safety of aircraft operations and passengersâ€.

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Currently, they could not disclose how many drones are flying around the airport and it is not known who the operator is.
Their investigations are still ongoing and CAAS, Changi Airport Group, Singapore Armed Forces and the Singapore Police Force have been activated for search-and-locate operations.

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Drones require a permit of use in Singapore and are banned from being flown within 5km of airports and military airbases and at altitudes above 61m.
CAAS said that the illegal flying of unmanned aircrafts may â€œpose threats to aviation or endanger the personal safety of othersâ€.

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FYI, anyone found contravening regulation could face a fine of up to S$20,000 (RM60,000) or a jail term of up to 12 months, or both.
We canâ€™t imagine who might be flying the drone into Changi airport’s airspace. But we have come up with one possibility: maybe itâ€™s the drone food delivery service guys tengah practice their drone flying skills kotâ€¦


Humans are evolving to grow horns on necks because of smartphones

Are you a male aged between 18-30 years old?
Do you spend most of your time looking down at your phones, tablets or gadgets?

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Well, you might have something called an â€˜external occipital protuberanceâ€™ which is a spike-like feature just above your neck at the back of the skull, that you can feel with your fingers.
And if youâ€™re bald and skinny, it may even be visible from behind.

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Rest assured, women, you too could be affected by this phenomenon.
Itâ€™s just that there is a higher prevalence of men having it with 67% occurrence compared to women of only 20%.
Regardless of gender, it’s still an issue – especially considering that Malaysians spend the most amount of time looking at their gadgets compared to other countries.

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A health scientist from down under, David Shahar recently discovered a spike explosion as he went through over 200 slides of skull X Rays in Australia.
These spike explosions are actually external occipital protuberance which are bony projections called enthesophytes.
They are relatively common in older people. As enthesophytes gradually grow over time to compensate the tensile or compressive mechanical stresses suffered by the head.
The occipital protuberance seen in an X ray(Pic Credit: Radiologyspot)
The same research was previously conducted in the 19th century by a French scientist, Paul Broca looking for the same bony projections. Though he gave up on his research when he failed to find any.
Unlike Broca, Shahar found 41% of his 218 participants having the lump and about 10% having spikes of at least 20mm long in his study that was published in the Journal of Anatomy.

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Skull X rays explained:Top : 28 year old skull with 27.8mm occipital protuberance Bottom: 58 year old skull with 24.5mm occipital protuberence
Looking at the X rays above, it is obvious that enthesophytes in the 28-year-old is MUCH LONGER than a person 30 years older.
This is because a hunched posture accelerates this growth.

Looking down at our gadgets creates extra pressure on the place where the neck muscles attach to the skull – and the body responds by laying down fresh layers of bone.
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Although having enthesophytes may not always be painful, in some cases, it is so severe that it causes headaches and immobility.
So what are you doing to protect yourself from this problem?

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Mark O’Dea Spills The Tea On How He Lives Large And Spends Less

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Have you ever wondered how the rich become richer?

In THIS economy?!
Big cars, lavish lifestyle, expensive clothing – it might seem impossible to attain the lifestyle of your dreams.
Sure, there are a lot of ways to get there, but one of the smartest things you can do is to make sure that you maximize your savings without compromising on the quality of your purchase.
Now, with HappyFresh, you too can experience the high-life – the O’Dea way. 😎
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Mark O’Dea has it all. Surrounded by bling and pizazz, the influencer shares how he maintains his lavish lifestyle.
Despite the rising costs of living, O’Dea says this:
“It is possible to save and make money at the same time.”
Seems impossible to me, Mark.
YOU can make the impossible, possible.Mark O’Dea.
Uhh, okay.
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But how does he do it?
Instead of blowing cash on take-outs and food deliveries every day, O’Dea uses HappyFresh to get his groceries and fresh produce delivered right to his doorstep just in time for him to cook his own meals. This way, he not only saves money but gets to cook whatever he wants.
Wealthy people don’t cut corners. They only get the best of the best. HappyFresh does just that – providing you with the best quality produce and groceries while allowing you to save money at the same time.
Start shopping and saving!
Download the HappyFresh app now and share the referral link with your friends and family. With each referral link you share, you save RM30 for every purchase you make!
Sounds too good to be true. But hey, if it works for O’Dea, it works for us.

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What Does Malaysia’s Parliament Actually Do?

The Parliament is one of the most talked-about topics in Malaysia, whether it’s in the media or during those mamak sessions when our friends start to talk about politics.
But what Is Parliament?
It’s the National Legislature of Malaysia and is based on the Westminster system. The parliamentary government system was developed in the United Kingdom and the name originated from the Palace of Westminster.

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In Malaysia, Parliament is the legislative authority and enacts laws to be enforced nationwide. It passes Federal Laws, amends existing laws, examines the government’s policies, and approves expenditures as well as taxes. The Parliament also serves as the forum to discuss matters of public interest.
What is Parliament made up of?
The Parliament is divided into two: Dewan Rakyat and Dewan Negara. Dewan Rakyat is also known as the Lower House or the House of Representatives and is made up of 222 Members of Parliament or (MPs), who are also known as Parliamentarians or lawmakers.
They are elected once every 5 years in the General Election or when the Parliament is dissolved by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong on the advice of the Prime Minister.
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The Upper House of Parliament is the Dewan Negara, where the Members are referred to as Senators.
The Senate is comprised of 70 members and they are:

2 Members from each state
2 Members for the Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur
1 each for Federal Territories of Labuan and Putrajaya
40 members who are appointed by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong.

A Member of the Senate is only able to serve two three-year terms. The Senate appoints from amongst themselves a President of the Senate and his/her Deputy.
On the other hand, the Speaker of the Dewan Rakyat doesn’t have to be a Member of the House to be elected as the Speaker by the House.
However, their two Deputy Speakers are chosen from among the Members of the House of Representatives.
There’s also the Executive Government
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It’s made up of the Prime Minister and his Cabinet who are also MPs. The Prime Minister is appointed by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong and acts as Head of Government but is constitutionally below His Majesty.
The Prime Minister then will select Members of his Cabinet, who will be appointed as Ministers by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong. They are the ones who formulate government policy and draft bills.
There is also a Deputy Prime Minister, the de facto successor of the Prime Minister should he/she die, resign, or be incapacitated.
Also, the Prime Minister can also be replaced by losing a no-confidence vote or by failing to pass a budget. When that happens, he must either submit his resignation to the Yang di-Pertuan Agong or ask His Majesty to dissolve the Parliament.
If His Majesty refuses, the Cabinet must resign and the Yang di-Pertuan Agong will then appoint a new Prime Minister.
When do they convene?
MPs meet at the Dewan from Monday to Thursday, this is because Friday is considered as part of the weekend in Johor, Kelantan, Kedah, and Terengganu.
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How do they propose a new bill?
It starts when a particular Minister or Ministry prepares the first draft which is then discussed by the Cabinet. If it is agreed to be submitted to Parliament, it is distributed to all MPs and will go through three readings in the Dewan Rakyat.
The first reading is where the Minister or Deputy Minister submit it to Parliament. In the second reading, the bill is discussed and debated by MPs. In the third reading, the bill will be subject to a vote for approval.
A 2/3 majority is usually required to pass the bill, but in certain cases, a simple majority would do.
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What happens if the bill has passed Dewan Rakyat?
It is sent to the Dewan Negara, where the three readings are carried out again. They may choose not to pass the bill, which delays its passage by a month, or in some cases, a year.
Once this period expires, the bill is considered to have been passed by the House. It’s then presented to the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, who has 30 days to consider the bill.
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Should he disagree with it, it will return to the Parliament with a list of suggested amendments. Parliament must then reconsider the bill and amendment it before returning it back to the Yang di-Pertuan Agong within 30 days.
The Yang di-Pertuan Agong then has another 30 days to give the royal assent. Otherwise, it passes into law. The law does not take effect until it is published in the Government Gazette.
MPs who are not in the Cabinet can also propose bills via the Private Member’s Bills. It is also possible for members of the Dewan Negara (Senate) to initiate bills.
However, only Cabinet Ministers are permitted to move finance-related bills, which must be tabled in the Dewan Rakyat. Most motions are typically approved or rejected by a voice vote.
So there you go, here are some of the things you need to know about the Malaysian Parliament.

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90s Rock Star Faces Possible Jail Time For Fake Datukship

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A man who allegedly shows off a fake Datukship may face up to three years in jail.

The incident has brought attention to the illegality of falsely claiming such an honour, which is punishable under the Offences Relating to Awards Act 2017 (Act 787).
The man posted a photo of himself wearing traditional Malay attire and a songkok, standing in front of a green screen with a window and a “no entry” sign visible on the floor.

The background curtain was also heavily coloured, making many speculate it was photoshopped.
The man is said to be a famous singer in the Indian community and is famous for his samba rock music.
He has released many songs and albums in the 90s, along with a band.
Netizens Question The Authenticity Of The Datukship Photo
Many netizens quickly pointed out that the setup looked suspicious and the throne room in the photo did not resemble any actual palace.
Some said the ribbon heraldry in the photo resembles Melaka’s Darjah Gemilang Seri Melaka (D.G.S.M.), which carries the title Datuk Seri.
However, based on info from the Melaka state government website, the medal/medallion in the photo looks nothing like it.

The incident has raised questions about Malaysian society’s obsession with status and money and the importance of earning success through hard work and dedication.
The case also serves as a reminder that falsely claiming honours or titles is illegal and can result in severe consequences.
It is essential to respect and uphold the integrity of such honours, recognising individuals who have made genuine contributions to society.

Warning Against Scams
Meanwhile, the Council of Datuk Dato’ Malaysia (MDDM) has lodged a police report against nine individuals who were found to be using fake Dato’, Datuk, and Tan Sri titles.
The action was taken following several complaints received by the MDDM regarding these individuals’ use of fake titles.
MDDM secretary-general Datuk Samson David Maman said they had received complaints about people using fake titles since May 2021.

He also mentioned that the identities of these individuals cannot be revealed and that they come from various backgrounds.
At the time, MCA Public Services and Complaints Department head Datuk Seri Michael Chong emphasized that Dato’, Datuk and Tan Sri titles cannot be purchased.
Kan Datuk palsu kian merebak! Jgn kluar list je. Sebar muka skali. Baru cantik. pic.twitter.com/RD2Wkvz4IM— PMX – Kehendak Allah! (@JujurTanpaSolat) May 2, 2023
They can only be conferred by the Sultan or the Governor of the respective state.
He advised the public to verify the status of a person’s title on the official website, www.istiadat.gov.my, if they have any doubts.
Saja la nak cek senarai penerima pingat dekat website istiadat sebeb kecoh kata Ustaz Husam guna gelaran datuk palsuLetak perkataan Husam dlm carian, nama Muthusamy yg keluar dlm senarai..Nama ayah dia yg juga bekas mufti kedah memang ada, tapi takda juga Husam takda juga pic.twitter.com/Iw1Nk8kpqc— Mujahid.Cyber.Army (@Haffiz_Wali) May 5, 2023

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KL High Court Rules Malaysian Mothers Can Now Confer Citizenship To Children Born Abroad

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The Kuala Lumpur High Court has ruled that Malaysian mothers now have the right to grant citizenship to their children born abroad, which is previously granted to Malaysian men.

BFM reported that the the word “father” in the Second Schedule of the Federal Constitution must also include mothers.
Judge Akhtar Tahir also ruled that their children are entitled to citizenship by operation of law – Article 14(1)(b) of the Constitution and the Second Schedule on citizenship rights, must be read in harmony with Article 8(2), which prohibits gender discrimination.
1. The KL High Court has made a landmark ruling that Malaysian mothers have the right to confer citizenship on their children born abroad, on an equal basis with Malaysian men.It says the word "father" in the Second Schedule of the Federal Constitution must include mothers. https://t.co/C5LxasDUcN pic.twitter.com/EEoNvjtyhc— BFM News (@NewsBFM) September 9, 2021
Previously, Malaysian mothers could not confer citizenship to their children born abroad because it would ‘threaten national security’.
Former Deputy Home Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Mohamed Said once claimed that the stance was made in order to avoid possible issues of dual citizenship among children born overseas to foreign fathers.
READ MORE: National Security Is Why Women Can’t Confer M’sian Citizenship To Children
Our previous reports found that children whose fathers were Malaysian citizens had no problems registering for citizenship here, regardless of whether they were born on Malaysian soil or abroad.
Meanwhile, children of Malaysian mothers and foreign fathers who were born in Malaysia also faced no problems when registering their child as Malaysian citizens.
READ MORE: If You’re A Woman, Malaysian Citizenship Laws Are Not On Your Side

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Gila-Gila Things Malaysian Football Fans Do During The World Cup

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It’s bola season! As 32 nations slug it out in a total of 64 matches at the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, Malaysian football fans are gearing up and going cuckoo with football fever.

Even though our own national team has sadly never qualified for the momentous event that happens once every four years, that has never stopped everyone from getting together and doing some crazy things in support of the sport and teams they adore.
So let us quickly examine some of the most insane things Malaysian bola fans are more than willing to do to scratch their football itch over the next month:
Crazy night owls
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With a five-hour time difference between Malaysia and Qatar, there’s bound to be a whole lot of sleepless nights for football fans of all ages who’d be taking up residence in front of their home TV screens, their favourite bars and mamak stalls, or even having a picnic outdoors just to watch the games.
So don’t be afraid if you see a few panda-eyed zombies walking around the office or classrooms during the daytime. They’re not undead, they just have a heavy coat of Messi-car-a on…
Crazy bets
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Football fans gamble with more than just money, they have their reputations at stake! The World Cup is the one time you’ll get to see some insane wagers being put up by fans in support of their favourite teams — from pledging to go bald if their team doesn’t score the winning goal to staking their time on finishing that proposal or project on their own if their team loses.
But don’t get too serious about it, everything is done just for the fun rivalry of it all!
Crazy merchandise
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If festive seasons here in Malaysia are when we get to see people dressed up in colourful traditional attire, then football season is the one occasion where we’ll see fans strutting in their latest gear in support of their treasured teams.
And sometimes, you also get to see a mix of football merchandise that should never see the light of day…
Crazy football spin
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Did you know that Malaysian football fans are some of the best debaters in the world? No matter what you might think you know, there’s always some point of argument that they’ll bring to the table to defend why their team might be on the short end of the stick.
Missed a goal? The wind was blowing in the wrong direction…
Player gets a yellow or red card? The referee must be rabun…
There’s no winning an argument when we have these professional football commentators ready to kick around the discussion.
But hey! If you are looking to score a win during this crazy season, then Celcom is here for you!
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Celcom’s Gila-Gila Bola celebration is here to reward you with some insane prizes when you sign up, top up or pay your bills from now to 31 December.
With the Celcom Spin-to-Score contest, subscribers stand a chance to win some gila best prizes including a brand new Hyundai IONIQ 5, top-of-the-line 5G mobile phones, exclusive shopping and holiday vouchers and rewarding prepaid passes.
Become a Celcom Prepaid, Postpaid or Home plan subscriber now and earn a chance to spin the wheel and score your prizes on the Celcom Life app.
For more details, head to Celcom’s official website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or YouTube pages. You can also check out the Celcom Xpax Facebook and YouTube pages for all the information you need to join in the crazy celebration!
So what are you waiting for? Take part in the Celcom Bolaverse today!
  @trpmsia Watch Malaysians go gila-gila bola!  #gilagilabola #celcom #worldcup #fifa #footballfever #goal #siu #redcard #footballseason #malaysians #beritamalaysia #beritaviral #tiktokmalaysia #newsattiktok #trendingnewsmalaysia #fyp #shorts #reels @celcom_axiata  ♬ original sound  – TRPMsia

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Five ‘Ah Long’ Suspects Nabbed By Johor Police For Illegal Loan Shark Activities And Threatening Lenders

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Five local men allegedly involved in illegal moneylending activities and threatening borrowers who failed to repay their loans have been detained by the Johor police contingent.

According to Johor Police Chief Comm Datuk Kamarul Zaman Mamat, the five suspects aged between 23 and 41, were detained yesterday (18 October) in Iskandar Puteri.
“They were arrested in several raids from around 9.30am to 3pm by our men from the Criminal Investigation Department,” he was quoted as saying by The Star.
Comm Kamarul Zaman also added that the ‘ah longs’ are believed to have been in operation for the past three years.
He also added that with these arrests, the police have managed to solve several open cases related to loan shark activities.
“There were 18 cases in the Iskandar Malaysia and Kluang areas, and one in Bercham, Ipoh,” he said.

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Hasan Minhaj’s Patriot Act Cancelled By Netflix After 6 Seasons

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Patriot Act is a weekly talk show hosted by Hasan Minhaj exclusively on Netflix, where he speaks about serious issues in an entertaining and comedic way, such as rigged elections, increasing financial struggles, and in one episode, 1MDB.

However, last night Hasan Minhaj tweeted that the show has come to an end, thanking everyone who watched the show together.
What a run. @patriotact has come to an end. I got to work with the best writers, producers, researchers, and animators in the game. My 2 babies were born and grew up with the show. TY to @Netflix and everyone who watched. Now it’s time to return these screens to Best Buy 😎 pic.twitter.com/4s4TrsKWe6— Hasan Minhaj (@hasanminhaj) August 18, 2020
Netizens were naturally sad to see the show go, as many found Patriot Act entertaining and informative. In fact, Patriot Act has quite a following in Malaysia too.
However, this isn’t the first time that Netflix has cancelled their original shows. In fact, Netflix often cancels shows with three seasons or fewer, even if it has a cult following. All things considered, it’s quite impressive that Patriot Act has managed to hit 6 seasons at all.
Netflix is an online streaming-on-demand site with no ads, which means they can’t have long drawn-out shows that rely on fan loyalty. Long TV shows with many seasons worked for broadcast companies because of prime time ad breaks, which is how they made revenue.
Instead, Netflix must rely on fresh content that creates new interest or buzz in the subscription itself, because their revenue is generated from new audiences and subscribers.
The good thing is that you probably won’t run out of things to watch.(Credit: Mollie Sivaram/Unsplash)
That’s why it feels like Netflix is pushing out a lot of new shows (which they are) to get people interested in subscribing, and aren’t as concerned about the longevity of the shows, because longer seasons does not promise new viewership.
At least there’s always an option of rewatching all of your favourite episodes, or if you’re feeling lucky, try out the new shuffle play option so don’t have to agonize over what to watch.

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