How Did Curiosity Kill The Cat? And Other Things You Need To Know On International Cat Day.

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Paw-don me? Did someone say it’s International Cat Day?

Fur-tunately it is, so to all our feline friends and family, it’s your day today (8 August).
Although celebrating cats began thousands of years ago in Egypt, the international recognition of our fair-weather felines was only established 19 years ago.
Founded on 8 August 2002 by the animal rights organisation International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW), International Cat Day was created to raise awareness for cats and to learn about ways to help and protect them.
Independent, inquisitive and nearly impossible to get into their carriers.
Official custodians for #InternationalCatDay – International Cat Care (ICC), are making this year’s theme #BeCatCurious – Training for Cats and their Humans.
The theme is a play off the old saying “Curiosity Killed the Cat”, which serves as a warning not to be too inquisitive.
However, a recent poll run by ICC showed that 95% of cat owners want more advice on training their cat. So for cats and their owners, it’s actually curiosity that SAVED the cat.
#BeCatCurious
(Credit: International Cat Care)
Up until 8 August, cat companions can sign up to receive emails with tips and advice on how to positively train your cat into the cat carrier at home and for trips to places like the vet.
Not only that, but you’ll get invitations to free online events, Q&As, podcasts and easy to follow short training videos with cat behaviour expert Linda Ryan and her cat olive.
If you didn’t sign up on time, you can still follow Linda and watch her video here, along with 15 other videos specially curated for International Cat Day.
…But satisfaction brought it back
In the spirit of being curious, let’s celebrate our feline friends with a few facts about ‘oyens’, ‘chomels’ and the rest of the feline family.
Cats ‘own’ more humans than any other pet in Malaysia
According to a report by Rakuten Insight, cat owners make up the highest percentage of pet owners in Malaysia at 34%.
They love to sleep
If you’re wondering why most of the photos you have of your cat is of them sleeping, it’s because cats spend 70% of their lives snoozing!
Eyebrows were shaved in mourning
As briefly mentioned earlier, cats were highly celebrated in ancient Egypt and according to Ancient History Encyclopaedia, Herodotus wrote in 440BC that when a pet cat died, the family members would shave off their eyebrows in mourning.
Purring in cats has the same effect humans get after exercise
Purring releases endorphins in cats which helps lower stress hormones, is helpful for healing, lowers blood pressure, and helps cope with illness too.
They are basically tigers
Not only do cats share the same behaviours with tigers like scent and urine marking, prey stalking and pouncing, there is also a study that shows that our beloved house cats share 95.6% of their genetic makeup with tigers!
(Credit: knowyourmeme)

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Can Tobacco Harm Reduction Strategies Work? Malaysians Seem To Think So Says Study

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Smoking is one hard habit to quit, but there are those who believe that there are powerful tools that can help people put those little death sticks down for good.

A recent study commissioned by Malaysian based think-tank Datametrics Research & Information Centre (DARE) and marketing research firm Green Zebras, wanted to look at how the public was responding to Tobacco Harm Reduction (THR) strategies and products in Malaysia.
In short, THR is simply a public health approach that’s being used by nations accross the world to reduce the risk from cigarette smoking by encouraging people to switch to less harmful alternatives like e-cigarettes, vape and other nicotine products – besides, of course, getting them to quit smoking altogether.
(Credit British American Tobacco)
In places like the United Kingdom (UK) THR strategies, especially vaping, have helped 2 million smokers quit traditional cigarettes between 2011 and 2019 and proven to be a popular and safe choice for those looking to kick the habit.
Now back to the local study…
Though they didn’t mention who or how many people that was actually surveyed, the ‘Clearing the Smoke: An Insight on Tobacco Harm Reduction’ report determined that a majority of Malaysians believe that THR was indeed the way to go to get people to quit traditional tobacco cigarettes and that the government should play a bigger part in it.
Polls show 80% of the respondents agreeing that THR works because they’ll be able to switch to less harmful alternatives, while 58% are aware that THR products are proven to be less harmful than traditional cigarettes. 51% of respondents also find that vaping was the most practical way to quit smoking and was safer than cigarettes.
(Credit: freepic.diller/Freepik)
Meanwhile, the survey noted 50% of respondents believing that the government wasn’t doing enough to implement these strategies, while 95% and 98% of the respondents respectively say that the government should work on implementing THR methods in Malaysia and that they are supportive of that move.
DARE Managing Director Pankaj Kumar explained that the polls show that Malaysian policymakers need to take the right steps to take advantage of THR strategies to win the battle against cigarettes.
The findings from this opinion poll is timely as it provides a better understanding of Malaysians’ perception of THR and how vaping can become a powerful tool in reducing smoking prevalence in Malaysia.DARE Managing Director Pankaj Kumar
The same was said by Green Zebras Managing Director Steve Murphy who said that “the opinion poll shows that most Malaysians are well aware and understand the concept of THR strategies, although it is relatively new in the country.”
They say that they’ll release a more comprehensive report on the benefits of THR practices sometime in October 2021. So stick around to TRP if you’d like to take a puff of that.

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Negligent Couple Charged Over Vaping Infant Video

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Selayang Sessions Court has charged a man (23) and his wife (21) for negligence involving their infant child who was made to inhale from a vaping device in a viral video last month that put social media in a frenzy.

The couple were jointly charged Thursday (10 June) and pleaded not guilty after the charge was read to them before Sessions Court judge Nor Rajiah Mat Zin.
Charged under Section 31(1)(a) Child Act 2001
The charge sheet for the young parents include neglecting the 1 year and 9 month boy by letting him smoke a vaping device that could cause physical and emotional harm.
The illegal act was allegedly committed at a house in Taman Sahabat Jaya, Batu Caves on May 2.
If convicted, there couple faces a maximum fine of RM50,000 or a maximum of 20 years imprisonment, or both.
Out on bail
Deputy Public Prosecutor Nur Shasha Hidayah Nor Azahar offered bail at RM8,000 for each of the accused but fixed the bail at RM6,000 in one surety each after the unrepresented couple asked for a lower bail amount.
Case is fixed for mention on July 16
Meanwhile, the court has ordered the couple to report to the nearest police station monthly and are not allowed to stay with their child until the case has concluded.
14 child abuse cases happen every day in Malaysia
In a 2018 report by the New Straits Times, many cases of child abuse go unreported. We can only imagine how high the number is now during a pandemic with families forced to bunker with each other.
According to AskLegal, there are three main laws that cover child abuse and they are the Penal Code, Sexual Offences Against Children Act 2017, and for this most recent case – the Child Act 2001.
The video in question was uploaded by Facebook page Info Roadblock JPJ/POLIS . Viewer discretion is advised.

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Survey: 88% Malaysians Say That The Tobacco Black Market Is Harming Our Covid-19 Economic Recovery

A nationwide survey commissioned by British American Tobacco (BAT) Malaysia found that 88% of Malaysians believe the illegal cigarette trade is impeding the country’s Covid-19 economic recovery.
Earlier in 2019, a report released by Oxford Economics found that Malaysia lost around RM5.3 billion in taxes from the sale of illegal cigarettes. As such, 97% of Malaysians who took part in the BAT survey also said that they want the government to take immediate action against the tobacco black market.

Most Malaysians believe that corruption, high excise duties, and insufficient resources for enforcement agencies to be the main factors that sustain the illicit cigarette trade in Malaysia – which also happens to be the largest in the world.

(Credit: Stop The Black Market)

The survey was commissioned as part of BAT Malaysia’s Stop The Black Market campaign, an initiative by the organisation which aims to create awareness about the negative effects of the illicit cigarette trade. According to BAT Malaysia Managing Director Jonathan Reed, the campaign received great responses from the public.

From the feedback we received, Malaysians are very concerned about the tobacco black market and support immediate government action to clamp down on the criminal syndicates operating within this space. This support from Malaysians stems from the desire to see the economy recovering post COVID-19.BAT Malaysia Managing Director Jonathan Reed

Reed mentioned that they will be launching a second survey as a platform for Malaysians to discuss what further actions can be taken to address the issue of the tobacco black market.
You can join the conversation on stoptheblackmarket.com.my.

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Mak Cik’s Chicken Rice Shop rant in Putrajaya gets slammed by Twitterjaya

Have you ever heard the saying, â€œa person who is rude to the waiter, is not a very nice person to begin with.”?
Well that was surely the verdict netizens gave one woman who apparently ruffled her feathers at a popular chicken rice franchise in Putrajaya recently.

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In a posting made on Twitter, user @zzabidin attempted to expose a local The Chicken Rice Shop outlet for having â€˜the worst serviceâ€™ that she has ever received. (talk about exaggerating rightâ€¦)

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The tweet which included a 1-minute video which she recorded herself, shows the moment that transpired as zzabidin frustratingly walked out of the restaurant after she received less than egg-cellent service.

The worse service food outlet is Chicken Rice Shop @ Alamanda Shopping Mall Putrajaya pic.twitter.com/xvTXdaDjT4
â€” nona zabidin (@zzabidin) June 10, 2019

In the video the woman can be heard flapping out at one of the restaurantâ€™s staff and pecking the attendant on the poor service that she and her mother (who can be seen in the video) had been getting while they were there.

â€œIs this how your service (your) customer? There is no excuse if you are short on staff. When people sit you (must) come and take their order.”
@zzabidin can be heard saying in the video
Though the restaurant did not look too busy from the footage, several other patrons can be seen inside the the store, with a flock of other customers seen queuing up awaiting to be seated.
(Picture Credit: Knowyourmeme)
zzabidin’s complaint however did not go so well with Twitterjaya as a majority of commenters are saying that her actions during the making of the video were impolite and disrespectful.

BIADAP punya customer
â€” Fizz. (@Fizmuslie) June 20, 2019

Translation: “Such a rude customer.”

The worse chicken rice shop?! I think youâ€™re the worse person with no civic!
â€” Danial (@DanialAzhr_) June 19, 2019

Some users were also calling out the woman on her impatience and cocky sense of entitlement.

You donâ€™t belong here Mak Cik, I thought Ramadhan has taught you to be more patient.
â€” Ù‹ (@buahtomato) June 20, 2019

And also, make this thing viral, doesn’t make you look good either. Make you look dumb, as show you are not being sabar at all, takleh tolerate, dgn keadaan org ramai. Nak cepat, pegi kedai nasi ayam tepi jalan je makcik. Ok?
â€” Ikmal. (@closetedgayguy_) June 20, 2019

Translation: “Making the issue viral doesn’t make you look good either. Makes you look dumb, shows how impatient and intolerable you are. Just go to the chicken rice stall by the roadside next time.”

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â€” Cheese on Babies (@iskandarputra_) June 19, 2019

Though whatever the truth may be, zzabidin might look forward the the fact that The Chicken Rice Shop franchise had recently been bought over by Japanese restaurant operator Zensho Holdings Co Ltd.
Maybe soon she’ll get that proper service that she craves.

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Electricity Supply Problem Caused Today’s LRT Disruption, Says Prasarana

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In a statement, Prasarana clarified that power supply problem caused the disruption earlier today that had trains on the Kelana Jaya line come to a stop in the middle of the track.

READ MORE: Kelana Jaya LRT Breaks Down AGAIN, Commuters Enraged At Unreliable Service
They experienced power supply problems at two Traction Power Sub Stations (TPSS) at Taman Jaya Station and Universiti Station this morning.
Initial investigations showed that the circuit breaker was disconnected, thus disrupting the power supply causing the train to come to a standstill.
Passengers were ushered off the trains.(Credit: Twitter)
To rectify the issue, power to the train at Taman Jaya station, headed towards Putra Heights, was temporarily cut at 8.36am.
However, by 8.48am, the power supply was restored and the train was operational once again.
Rapid Rail apologizes for the inconvenience faced by customers, especially those who were on their way to work at the time. We will continue to improve the inspection and maintenance of our assets to ensure the best possible service for customersPrasarana in a statement
KUALA LUMPUR, 24 Mei – Perkhidmatan LRT Laluan Kelana Jaya mengalami gangguan sementara pagi ini ekoran masalah bekalan kuasa elektrik di dua ‘Traction Power Sub Station’ (TPSS) di Stesen Taman Jaya dan Stesen Universiti pagi ini.— Ask Rapid KL (@AskRapidKL) May 24, 2022

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Rina Harun: Putrajaya Has No Plans To Ban Child Marriage

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While there are no plans from the Malaysian government to ban child marriage, the government however remains committed to preventing such unions from taking place.

Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Rina Harun said that there are several aspects needed to be addressed to curb the issue at hand.
“The government does not have any plans to ban underage marriages for now. However, the government remains committed to curbing underage marriages by implementing the National Strategic Plan in Handling the Causes of Child Marriages.
“This is because the cause for underage marriage does not only need to be addressed through law amendments but it also requires education, advocacy, strengthening the family institution and socioeconomic support in the community,” said the minister in a written reply to Nurul Izzah Anwar (PH-Permatang Pauh).
Nurul Izzah had asked about the status of the plan to ban child marriages during this Parliament session.
Rina said that her ministry would discuss with the Islamic development department (Jakim) and shariah judiciary department on the suggestion to hold talks with the respective states’ Islamic religious authorities to raise the legal age for marriage to 18.
She noted that the power to raise the age limit for child marriage is under the purview of respective states’ religious authorities.
“I urge all stakeholders, whether at the federal or state government level, to be more concerned over the issue and to jointly support the government’s effort to manage underage marriages to safeguard our children’s future,” she said.
The Pakatan Harapan government mooted the plan to raise the minimum age for marriage to 18 when they were voted into power at the last general election.

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Respect People’s Beliefs, Ignorant Netizens Told

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“Please respect other religions and beliefs,” was the message conveyed by Malaysian social media users to their (let’s call em’ “ignorant”) peers when a viral TikTok video fueled conversations about bigotry online.

Netizens banded together in a show of support towards a local content creator by the username arivinraj_turu who reprimanded the actions of an insensitive commenter that had invited him to recite the Quran.
The vid. The comment. pic.twitter.com/CGp4ixzrDL— ᴰᵘʷᵃ (@4dhwa) September 10, 2021
Replying to a comment made on one of his videos which said “Salam Turu, let’s learn to recite the Al-Fatihah,” the online personality, whose content was mostly related to bantering about football, expressed his distaste with the out-of-context engagement.
“From this comment, I think you already know that I’m not Muslim, I’m Hindu. But you choose not to respect my religion,” he said in retort, explaining that if the tables were turned, it would have made for even bigger news.
Turu reminded his viewers to try and avoid making such immoral statements on social media and implied that there was a time and a place for such actions.
It’s not wrong to preach, but there are proper ways to do it. This isn’t preaching, this is stupid.arivinraj_turu via TikTok
  @arivinraj_turu Reply to @putih123321  thanks for coming to my TED talk ♬ original sound  – Turu
The creator’s confessions point to a growing concern toward cyberbullies who use online platforms to intimidate and harass people of varying beliefs.
Netizens further move to reveal that the racist, bigoted, and prejudiced problem is worse than most people would care to accept and extends well beyond cyberspace.
Bnyk jak senanya, diam jak la 🥰 i cried whole reading this comment section. https://t.co/DEj2p2rLmj pic.twitter.com/9306arMvv7— cika (@jasica_tatat) September 12, 2021
this happens very frequently now. if these kind of questions are directing at me irl i would go “maleh aku” real quick 😭 https://t.co/US3831gz4I— cy (@chscyv) September 12, 2021
I think we can stop dismissing it as “budak tiktok behaviour” because it was very common during my schooling days, 15 years ago. Don’t tell me you didn’t have people trying to convert you in school or was it just me? 😵 https://t.co/luy5nY9Rcq— ghibli stan🧚🏼♀🏴 (@aissshh7) September 12, 2021
While some took to apologizing and take responsibility for what had been said.
(Credit: arivinraj_turu via TikTok)
Others, instead, chose to reinforce the idea that as Malaysians, nay, human beings, we must learn to love and respect one another.
Malaysia is so unique tau, kita enjoy budaya bangsa and agama lain but benda macamni tak nice la.Unity antara benda yang kita boleh perjuangkan, takkan nak biarkan orang bergaduh bertumbuk atas sebab tak suka agama/bangsa lain? Tak cun la gitu, kan?— aiman🏴 (@nraimano) September 11, 2021

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Transport Ministry Looking At Fare Increase For Public Transportation Due To Social Distancing

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Defence Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob revealed that the Transport Ministry is currently looking into raising fares on public transportation after operators complained of losses due to social distancing rules.
Speaking at the daily press conference on the Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO), Ismail Sabri said that the government had received complaints from public transport operators that cutting passenger capacity by half was costly.
He then explained that the matter was discussed during a cabinet meeting, especially regarding airfare, and the Transport Ministry will look into the matter to not incur losses to transportation operators.
Ismail Sabri said that the ministry will present their proposal to the cabinet soon.
Defence Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob.(Credit: Bernama)
At the same time, he also commented on the complaints of parents that school bus operators are still charging monthly fees despite halted services due to the closing of schools.
This should not have happened. The Transport Ministry should take action because they issue the licenses to school bus operators.Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob, Defence Minister.
However, he states the government is aware of their losses. Hence, the Transport Ministryâ€™s decision to allow school buses to be used to ferry factory workers.
Transport Minister Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong earlier stated that the government was looking at ways to help school bus operators whose businesses were disrupted by the MCO.

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Why FINAS Is Involved In The Mandalorian’s Production

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Images of The Mandalorian Season 2 end credits featuring National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (FINAS) have caught the attention of Malaysia’s delighted Star Wars fans.

The credit to FINAS states that the episode was produced with financial assistance of 30% cash rebate from the Malaysian government body.
Latest episode showed The Mandalorian had financial assistance from FINAS
So, why is FINAS involved in The Mandalorian’s production?
Well, it turns out that it’s all part of a larger plan to make Malaysia the preferred destination for film productions and post-production activities.
The 30% cash rebate mentioned in the end credits is part of the Film In Malaysia Incentive (FIMI) subsidy programme that gives incentives to foreign filmmakers who utilise Malaysian talents and locations.
As it might not be known to many, I would like the world to be informed that FINAS provides incentives through FIMI, for both film productions and post-production activities. We are working closely with production companies to encourage the growth of the creative industry in Malaysia. I take this opportunity to welcome film producers of every country to invest their productions in Malaysia, as FINAS will subsidize 30% of all expenditures made in Malaysia. Through FIMI, the cost of production and post-production can be competitively comparable with neighboring countries with exceptional production quality, and remarkable visual effects.Dr. Ahmad Idham bin Ahmad Nadzri, Chief Executive Officer of FINAS via PR Newswire.
Dr. Ahmad Idham bin Ahmad Nadzri, Chief Executive Officer of National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (FINAS).(Credit: PRNewswire)
To qualify for this subsidy, The Mandalorian actually engaged with the Kuala Lumpur office of Base Media – a leading visual effects and animation studio that’s done work on other Hollywood blockbusters such as Aquaman, Avengers: Infinity War, Star Wars: The Last Jedi and More!
Base Media specialises in high-end creature and character animation, fluid and dynamic effects, and photo-real 3D matte painting and set extensions.
Besides Kuala Lumpur, the company also has offices in China and Los Angeles.

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USD150mil Netflix Movie, 6 Underground - The First Movie to Receive a 30% Rebate for Outsourcing Its Visual Effects to Malaysia


97 Malaysian Restaurants Selected By Michelin, Including Sri Nirwana Maju In Bangsar!

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Malaysia finally has our very own Michelin-starred restaurants and eateries, featuring MANY of our humble favourites too!

At the Michelin Star Revelation 2023, they announced a total of 97 Malaysian eateries that made their debut at the first-ever inaugural gourmet recognition award ceremony.
READ MORE: This Is Why Malaysia Doesn’t Have Michelin Starred Restaurants
This is the first time the prestigious award arrived in Malaysia, with the shortlist process including years of undercover gourmands eating their way through the cities.
Why is a tyre company writing about a food guide? The guide was published in line with our founders’ motto of ‘life in motion’. Whether you’re a tourist or local, the Guide helps by recommending the best places to eat and visit. Chris Gledhill, director of Michelin Guide Asia and Middle East
61 new Michelin-selected restaurants to try
The international director of the Michelin Guide, Gwendal Poullennec, explained that the infamous anonymous food critics have been in Malaysia for around 3 years, made up of a group of diverse men and women to avoid any bias.
The Michelin Star Revelation 2023 has selected a total of 61 restaurants in Malaysia the coveted Michelin Stars, with 34 in Kuala Lumpur and 27 in Penang.
In Kuala Lumpur, new Michelin Star selected restaurants include Skillet, Sri Nirwana Maju, Nadodi, Gai, Cilantro, Anjo, and more.
The restaurants that have earned their Michelin Star in Kuala Lumpur.(Credit: Michelin)
In Penang, new Michelin-selected restaurants include Air Itam Sister Curry Mee, Bibik’s Kitchen, Jawi House, Pitt Street Koay Teow Soup, Gen, and more.
The restaurants that have earned their Michelin Star in Penang.(Credit: Michelin)
Easy on the pocket Bib Gourmands
If you’re worried about Michelin Star restaurants burning a hole in your pocket, don’t, as there is also a long list of Bib Gourmands– 32 eateries that are affordable and humble hawker fare but just as delicious.
The full list is now available on the Michelin Guide website, with some key notable eateries include Ah Hei Bak Kut Teh, Lai Foong Lala Soup Noodles, Bridge Street Prawn Noodle, Dancing Fish, Wong Meng Kee, Sao Nam, Nam Heong Chicken Rice, Aliyaa, Rasa Rasa, and more!
Winners of the Bib Gourmand category.(Credit: Michelin)
Will prices increase?
When asked if menu prices will increase as they eateries have earned their well-deserved recognition, the chefs reassured the media that they will not be increasing their prices to maintain the same food and accessibility for their customers.
However, the chef from Penang’s Tek Sen Restaurant cheekily noted that prices may increase slightly, though he emphasised that it will be due to inflation, not due to the fame.
So who actually won the Michelin Stars?
While the 61 restaurants were selected for the shortlist, which ones actually made it?
1-Star Michelin Restaurant: High Quality Cooking Worth A Stop!
Dewakan, KL
DC. by Darren Chin, KL
Auntie Gaik Lean’s Old School Eatery, Penang
Au Jardin, Penang
These are the top 4 restaurants in Malaysia as recognised by the Michelin Guide, and first ever in the country to be awarded! Congratulations! (And if you haven’t tried the food yet, then you better make that reservation really soon!)

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Did Our New Environment Minister Really Defend Logging In Kelantan?

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According to Malaysiakini, our new environment minister had defended logging activities in Kelantan.
Newly-minted Environment Minister Datuk Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man was reported saying that logging activities were legal in the state, which is administered by his political party PAS.
On his first day at Putrajaya, 11 March 2020, he was asked to comment on criticism of the logging activites.
He responded that Kelantan is the only state with ISO certification for logging.
While the state does indeed have ISO certification for logging, the state government does not have a Certificate for Forest Management.
The Kelantan State certificate was suspended in 2016 after the Kelantan State Forestry Department failed to satisfactorily resolve unsustainable forest management in regards to logging. As such, all logs sourced from the Kelantan State FMU are not recognized as PEFC-certified material.
Credit: Malay Mail
Tuan Ibrahim further suggested that the rampant forest clearing for Musang King farms was responsible for the pollution of the rivers.
He also stated that the concerns surrounding logging is partly due to sentiment from the opposition party.
On 12 March 2020, the Environment Ministry released a statement further stressing that such logging activities are under the control of the state government.
However, the ministry will continue to implement the conservation, preservation, and protection of the country’s natural resources in accordance with existing policies and laws.
According to the statement, Tuan Ibrahim will be holding discussions with the state government and stakeholders to develop strategies to address environmental and biodiversity issues.
Volunteers with Gerai OA, a nonprofit organization supporting the indigenous minorities of Malaysia, have witnessed the environmental degradation in Gua Musang, Kelantan for many years due to illegal and unsustainable logging practices.

The indigenous and local peoples have opposed such practices for years, with many braving arrests to defend the land and forests.
Kelantan also struggles with destructive perennial floods thick with mud and sediment that damages houses and infrastructure.

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Enforcement Of Child Car Seat Rules Ready To Go, Merely Awaiting Green Light After MCO Delay

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The mandatory use of child car seat rules are still in effect and the Road Transport Department (RTD) is just waiting for the green light from the Transport Ministry to start enforcement.

What you need to know: Last year, it was announced that car safety seats or child restraint systems (CRS) used in private vehicles will be mandatory starting 1 Jan 2020. Although the usage of child restraint systems is actually in the RTD Act 1987, it wasn’t made mandatory until this year.
However, the Road Transport Department has merely been implementing advocacy programmes and issuing warning notices until today because they are awaiting the green light from the Transport Ministry. Proper enforcement was supposed to kick in during June this year, however, it was postponed by the government due to the Covid-19 outbreak.
Who said what: Director-general of the Road Transport Department (RTD) Datuk Seri Shaharuddin Khalid said that to date, the department has issued a total of 1,897 warning notices.
Why it matters: Originally, many Malaysian parents panicked as they complained of the additional expenses to keep their children safe and follow the law. However, Malaysians have now almost had a full year to prepare for the mandatory ruling, including the additional delay from the MCO. Additionally, Shaharuddin also noted that it’s extremely important for Malaysians to take this car seat issue seriously, as a total of 1,707 road crashes involving children had occurred between 2016 and 2018.
Read more:RTD waiting for ‘green light’ to enforce child car seat rules [The Sun]5 Laws That Kick In On 1st January 2020 [TRP]Baby’s Age And Weight The Most Important Factors When Choosing A Car Safety Seat [TRP]

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Melaka Tengah Now A Covid-19 Red Zone

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The district of Melaka Tengah is the latest area classified as at Covid-19 red zone, bringing the total to 26 nationwide according to the Ministry of Health (MOH).
This is after 44 coronavirus cases have been recorded in the district, based on infographics by the MOH which was disseminated on social media.
As of 10 April, the Ministry has reported 4,346 confirmed cases with 70 fatalities while the number of patients who’ve recovered is 1,830.
Selangor (1148) and Kuala Lumpur (713) are two states with the highest number of positive cases, followed by Johor (523).
Meanwhile, Lembah Pantai in Kuala Lumpur continues to record the highest number of cases at 427, while Hulu Langat and Petaling in Selangor recorded 368 and 328 cases respectively, followed by Kuching, Sarawak with 209 cases.
Terdapat penambahan zon merah menjadi 26 mengikut statistik terbaru sehingga 12pm, 10 April.Daerah zon merah yang terbaru ialah Melaka Tengah. Terus duduk di rumah, amalkan penjarakan sosial dan tingkatkan penjagaan kebersihan diri. pic.twitter.com/GTuv7kj7Eg— KKMPutrajaya (@KKMPutrajaya) April 11, 2020

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Scientists: We Just Made Durian Fast Chargers A Reality & It’s Better For The Environment

The love for durian can be described as a powerful feeling, a feeling that’s almost electric. Literally.
It seems that the King of Fruits has a new crown – a lightning-fast electric charger.
A new study published in the Journal of Energy Storage found that durians, along with jackfruits, had the characteristics for rapid electric charging.
Why?
The researchers from the University of Sydney worked on developing a new method of extracting durian and jackfruit biowaste until they finally figured out how to turn the fruits into supercapacitors.
 Supercapacitors can charge in seconds and can endure virtually unlimited charge cycles.(Credit: LTER TECHNOLOGY TÃœV NORD S.A.U)
Supercapacitors, sometimes known as ultracapacitors, can store and release large amounts of electricity very quickly. Instead of using chemicals (like batteries), capacitors use static electricity to store electricity.
This means that a supercapacitor can charge a phone in seconds, while it takes mere minutes to power an electric car.
While they work faster and are safer than batteries, adoption of supercapacitors is slow due to size issues – it’s much bigger than a battery that holds the same amount of energy- and the high-cost.
Supercapacitors or ultracapacitors have the potential to power electric cars in the near future.(Credit: Dario/Unsplash)
Durian to the rescue
To develop a good electrode for a supercapacitor from
organic waste, a light and fibrous substance with high moisture content is
needed. The fruit cores of durian (Durio zibethinus) and jackfruit (Artocarpus
heterophyllus) were selected due to their structures and their prospect of
intrinsic nitrogen doping.
The spongy guts of the fruits were harvested and turned into
carbon aerogels that were then used as electrodes.
Credit: Unsplash
As a result of their testing, the researchers found that the both the fruit-based aerogels displayed excellent long-term cycling stability and rapid charge. However, the durian carbon aerogel displayed significantly greater power density, meaning it’s superior in maintaining full battery cycles.
Schematic diagram for synthesis process of jackfruit and durian carbon aerogel electrodes.(Credit: Journal of Energy Storage 27 (2020))
The added silver lining of this discovery is the potentially significant environmental impact. The process of creating and discarding a traditional battery isn’t exactly nature’s best friend due to their toxic contents and reactive properties.
By adopting food wastes into “value-added products” (such as a supercapacitor), there is a dual advantage of improving the overall economy AND reducing environmental pollution.
So, while the idea of a durian charger sounds crazy, it just might be crazy enough to work.

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NYX Cosmetics Closing Down All Malaysian Physical & Online Stores From 30th June Onwards

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Malaysian make-up lovers weep as US cosmetics brand, NYX Cosmetics announced the closure of all their physical and online stores in Malaysia from 30th June onwards.
The Los Angeles-based makeup brand made the sad announcement on Facebook, stating that their physical stores will close in stages until 31st July while their products are available online on Lazada, Shopee and Hermo until 30th September with discounts up to 80% as they clear their stock.
We sincerely thank you for all the love, energy, passion & enthusiasm from our fierce beauty junkies community.NYX Professional Makeup Malaysia via Facebook.
The Nyx Cosmetics stores in Suria KLCC, Sunway Pyramid and Midvalley Megamall will permanently close by the end of June, and its outlets in IOI City Mall Putrajaya, Fahrenheit 88 and Genting by the end of July.
From October onwards, Malayisans looking for their “NYX” makeup product will have to rely on international shipping from Amazon, ASOS and Lookfantastic (or relatives overseas).
According to Marketing Interactive, the American beauty brand under L’Oréal is exiting the Malaysian market after just three short years since opening their first flagship store at IOI Putrajaya in May 2017.
This announcement is the latest in a slew of closures in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, from long-standing retailers to famous restaurants and hotels.

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Police Say Those Posting Anti-Vaccine Sentiments Online Will Face Stern Action

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Covid-19 vaccine naysayers better beware when spreading fake information online as the police will take action on any party that makes degrading comments about it.

Deputy Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Acryl Sani Abdullah Sani said the investigation paper would be opened if police received a report on the issue, based on reports by Malay Mail.
Meanwhile, Bernama quoted Perlis Police Chief Datuk Surina Saad who said that authorities will monitor social media for anti-vaccine remarks but haven’t detected such cases in the state as of yet.
However, she said that action can be taken under Section 505 (b) of the Penal Code for causing fear or alarm to the public as well as the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 once they find such comments.
There are numerous views on the vaccine if we look in social media, there are some good and some are denigrating it. But what’s important is that the vaccine is safe for use as seen when Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhiyiddin Yassin became the first person to receive the Covid-19 vaccine shot.Perlis Police Chief Datuk Surina Saad via Bernama

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Vaccination Advisory For Pregnant And Lactating Mothers

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[UPDATE: AstraZeneca is now considered safe for lactating mothers according to the latest advisory dated 24 May released by the JKJAVNational Covid-19 Immunisation Programme, Coordinating Minister, Khairy Jamaluddin, said in a press release that lactating mothers who were previously denied from taking the AstraZeneca vaccine will be reallocated.]

The Special Committee On Ensuring Access to Covid-19 Vaccine Supply (JKJAV) posted on Twitter yesterday an advisory recommending pregnant and lactating mothers on which vaccines are safe based on current data.

https://twitter.com/JKJAVMY/status/1396771006602117122

According to the chart, only the Pfizer vaccine is recommended for pregnant mothers between 14-33 weeks of pregnancy. Otherwise, they should delay the vaccination until after delivery.
Pfizer is also recommended for lactating mothers.
However, the Sinovac and the AstraZeneca vaccine are not recommended for pregnant mothers at this time. Data on the safety of these two vaccines on lactating mothers is also limited and the JKJAV suggests that nursing mothers should consult with their doctors first before taking any of these two vaccines.
JKJAV also pledges that they will update the public of any new development from time to time.
The advisory is echoed by Khairy Jamaluddin who added that he has directed the Covid-19 Immunisation Task Force to coordinate with hospitals and specialists so that women who are between 14 and 33 weeks pregnant can be prioritised for Pfizer vaccine.

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Covid-19 Vaccine: US Biotech Company Moderna Entering Final Stages Of Human Trials On 27 July

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After publishing their early but promising results in the New England Journal of Medicine, the United States (US) based biotech firm Moderna has announced that they will be entering the final stage in human trials for their Covid-19 vaccine on 27 July 2020.
What you need to know: The company’s published results from the first stage of their vaccine trial showed that the first 45 participants had all successfully developed antibodies to the virus that caused Covid-19.
The third phase of their human trials will involve 30,000 participants in the US, half of which will receive 100 microgram dose levels of the vaccine, while the other half receive a placebo.
Why it matters: The world is in desperate need for a vaccine to control this highly contagious virus. To date, more than 13.2 million people across the globe have been infected with Covid-19 and the virus has killed around 570,000 people.
The virus has also caused lockdowns to take place all over the world, even affecting the global economy.
Who said what: Scientists caution that the first vaccines to come to market may not be the most effective or safest.
What’s next: At the moment, Moderna is at the forefront of the global race to find a Covid-19 vaccine. According to clinicaltrials.gov, Moderna’s trials should be completed on 27 October 2020.
Besides Moderna, China’s SinoVac has also reached their final stages of testing and are in phase 2 of clinical trials. Meanwhile, according to Russian news, researchers there have completed clinical trials on a vaccine but have yet to publish data.
How it got here: The study is designed to learn whether or not the vaccine can prevent infections, and if it doesn’t, whether it can instead prevent the onset of symptoms. If the latter occurs, the vaccine will still be considered a success if it is able to stop severe cases of Covid-19.
Moderna’s vaccine belongs to a new class of vaccine. It uses information from the virus’s genetic material to grow the virus’s harmless spike protein – part of the virus which it uses to invade human cells – inside the human body and trigger an immune response.
This type of technology bypasses the need to manufacture viral proteins in a lab, making the whole process much faster. However, no such vaccines have ever received regulatory approval yet.
Read more:Moderna’s Covid-19 vaccine trial enters final stage July 27 (Free Malaysia Today)

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[Watch] Five Guys Nabbed In Setia Alam For Setting Off Firecrackers, Police Say They Were Celebrating A Birthday

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Police arrested a group of five men for celebrating a friend’s birthday by setting off firecrackers.

The guys committed the offence by the roadside near the Setia Alam Toll Plaza.
A video of the incident has since gone viral on social media.
The video recording entitled ‘Big Brother Birthday Celebration’ was uploaded to Tik Tok.
  @arvinroyzeq8 Wish you many more happy return of the day for the man who are my inspiration and the man who are im loved more than other's…Happy birthday Brother In Law ✨🥂 #king #birthday #celebration #apriltok #fypシ #fypppp #8 #viral ♬ original sound  – arvinroy_manutd_80
Shah Alam district police chief, Assistant Commissioner Mohd Iqbal Ibrahim, said that the five suspects are between 30 and 42 years of age.
They were arrested at about noon at the Shah Alam district police headquarters.
The suspects were arrested after the police conducted an interrogation and identification of the viral video, and the interrogation is still ongoing. They will be brought to court tomorrow for a remand application.Assistant Commissioner Mohd Iqbal Ibrahim elaborating on action taken against the suspects.
Investigations found that the incident happened at about 8 pm on May 14 to celebrate the birthday of one of the friends known as ‘Mustafa’.
They also stopped at the toll road to meet other friends.
He said the case was being investigated under Section 6 of the Explosions Act and Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act (CMA) 1998.
Is It Legal To Put Fireworks In Malaysia?
It is illegal to keep, sell and buy firecrackers and fireworks in Malaysia.
The ban includes traditional explosives like “meriam buluh” (bamboo canons) and homemade devices.
The illegal discharge of fireworks is a very irresponsible act.
It can pose hazards to property and can lead to serious injury to users and other people as it could trigger fire or even an explosion.
According to Section 42 of the Explosives Act 1957 and if convicted of manufacturing, possessing or importing illegal fireworks can be sentenced to five years imprisonment or a fine of RM10,000 or both.
Bila Malaysia nak hentikan kebodohan main mercun, meriam apa semua? Dah la buat dosa main benda haram, menyusahkan orang. https://t.co/IbY751ogFC— RakyatLawan (@Zaki_Yamani_) April 29, 2022
Once Upon A Time
Firecrackers were banned in the country in 1991 after the tragedy of the Bright Sparklers firecracker factory in Sungai Buloh.
The incident claimed 22 lives and injured 103 others.

Although the punishment was severe and considered appropriate, the burning of firecrackers and fireworks continued to occur.
People would play fireworks during the Chinese New Year celebrations, Chap Goh Meh, Aidilfitri, Deepavali, Christmas or the new year celebrations.
Aside from the risk of injury, many do not understand how to make firecrackers and the chemicals in them.
The government does not allow any form of igniting explosive firecrackers or fireworks except from the brand Happy Boom and Pop-pop.

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Is this Asia’s coolest head of state?

While not all the results are in, many have already declared another win for Indonesian president Joko “Jokowi” Dodo.
But did you know he’s apparently pretty cool? Below are three reasons why.
He’s a metal head

There’s a lots of pictures of him like this. Bullhorns, jacket, and T-shirt.

Famously, Jokowi appears to be a big fan of metal, often seen wearing T-shirts of the bands he likes and professes to owning every Metallica album.
He’s also been spotted at concerts.

Taken at Metallica’s concert at Jakarta’s Bung Karno stadium on August 25, 2013.(Pic Credit: Olivia Rondonuwu)

He’s apparently very clean
Indonesia, among other countries, has been plagued with stories of corruption, but Jokowi seems to have a clean record.
While he was governor of Jakarta, in 2013, a fan of his sent him a bass guitar signed by Metallica bassist Robert Trujillo which Jokowi reportedly handed over to the anti-corruption agency in compliance with ethics rules prohibiting public servants from receiving gifts.

There were no reports that they had to tear it from his cold dead fingers, so we’ll just assume he willingly handed it over then?(Pic Credit: Detik News)

When a similar incident occurred in November 2017, Jokowi spent USD800 of his own money to reclaim a signed, limited-edition set of Metallicaâ€™s Master of Puppets album he received from Danish Prime Minister Lars LÃ¸kke Rasmussen.

“Thanks, Lars. For this gift that I’m going to have to buy back from my government.”(Pic Credit: Antara/Rosa Panggabean)

He rides bikes
The original bossku, he rides bikes a lot and owns a chopper.

Yes. That’s him.(Pic Credit: sukabumiupdate)

There’s even a viral video of him on a high-powered motorcycle, jumping stuff and doing T stops on his way to open the Asian Games in 2018, though it might be fake.

He’s even often spotted on Instagram posing with bikers, biker groups.

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In recent memory, we can only think of three other heads of state that appear to be cooler or as cool as Jokowi and all of them were in North America. But what do you think?

Is that archery? We take it all back.(Pic Credit: Kompas.com)

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Dr Mahathir: “Ismail Sabri Could Have Just Stepped Down Like Muhyiddin”

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Former premier Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad said caretaker Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob could have just stepped down from his post if he has lost the majority support from the government he leads.

The Langkawi MP said that Ismail Sabri’s predecessor Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin did not resort to dissolving the Parliament when he lost the support of MPs inside the Dewan Rakyat back in 2021.
“If Muhyiddin was ousted because he lost his majority and was replaced by Ismail Sabri, why didn’t Ismail Sabri resign after losing his majority and just promote another prime minister? There is no need to dissolve the Parliament,” the 97-year-old politician on wrote his Facebook.

The posting was captioned with “the special inmate” which was believed to refer to incarcerated former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak.
He added that the government should have just stopped the special treatment for prisoners who have committed major crimes.
Ismail Sabri, on 10 October, announced that the Yang di-Pertuan Agong had consented to the dissolution of the 14th Parliament of Malaysia to pave way for the 15th general election to be held this year.
The Bera MP said that the decision to hold the election this year is to return the mandate back to the people to choose a new government since the current one that he inherited from Muhyiddin has been deemed as a ‘backdoor government’ brought upon by the infamous ‘Sheraton Move’.
He would later reveal that his position has been undermined by 12 Perikatan Nasional ministers whom each wrote to the Yang di-Pertuan Agong to request to delay the election due to the impending monsoon season.
The 12 ministers had apparently written their letters after Ismail Sabri had voiced his intention to dissolve the Parliament.

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Government Reduces Cooking Oil Prices As Election Nears, Savings Of Up To RM2 Per Bottle

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In the run-up to parliamentary elections, it is not uncommon for the government and aspiring politicians to distribute goodwill.

The government would give cash and discounts and reduce the prices of goods, while politicians tend to give away things like groceries and free meals to citizens.
Although electoral gifting is generally shunned, it is also perceived as providing citizens with a way to evaluate candidates and the political parties they represent.
Most recently, the government decided to lower the ceiling price of 5kg bottles of cooking oil by RM2, from RM33.50 to RM31.50 starting this Saturday (10 September).
Every Penny Counts
The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs stated that the upcoming ceiling prices for 1kg, 2kg and 3kg of cooking oil would be set at RM7.10, RM13.50 and RM19.50.
On 1 July, the government abolished the subsidy for bottled cooking oil and replaced it with price control.
Before that, prices for 1kg, 2kg, 3kg and 5kg of bottled cooking oil started from RM6.70, RM12.70, RM18.70 and RM29.70.
Last month, the ceiling price of a 5kg bottle of cooking oil was set at RM33.50, while 1kg, 2kg and 3kg were set at RM7.50, RM14.30 and RM21.10.
Harga baharu minyak masak berkuat kuasa 8 Okt hingga 7 Nov#AWANInews pic.twitter.com/RuRVCD3hoJ— 🇲🇾Astro AWANI🇲🇾 (@501Awani) October 3, 2022
You Help Me, I Help You
If people are sceptical of the government’s sincerity, they can hardly be blamed as the new price is only in effect for a month.
Furthermore, it wasn’t long ago that the government decided to end the subsidy for cooking oil.
We need the gov to control the product price bukan tabur duit. Already 2022, is that the only way gov have, to calm the rakyat??? If minyak masak start mahal, makanan pun akan start jadi mahal. Logik laaaaaa sikitttt https://t.co/YYoCY4c3nw— 🌸⁵와다⁵🌸 (@Rise_NUEST) June 22, 2022
Incidentally, the general election talks back then were nowhere as loud as currently.
READ MORE: No Agong-PM Meeting Today, Say Reports
But why should distributing goodies or reducing prices during a parliamentary election season be seen as a potential form of corruption, bribery, or coercion?
Masa orang lain haram gula-gula pilihanraya, masa lebai jadi kerajaan harus pula gula-gula pilihanraya.Demikianlah penunggang, sentiasa ada dalil tak kira apa jua situasi. pic.twitter.com/2OmECJ800A— Mohd Mukhlis (@mohdmukhlis) November 19, 2021
Voters in a democratic government system have a fundamental right to judge independently.
It is feared that goodies given by political actors to citizens before elections can cloud their judgement and make free choices impossible.
Some sense of indebtedness or obligation of reciprocity might affect the decision at the ballot box.
Nak dekat pilihan raya boh! Seumpama gula-gula pilihanraya dari PAS. Orang kata jangan tidak. Seolah-olah melepaskan batuk ditangga aje. Tapi yang dolu-dolu terpekik tentang RUU355 seolah-olah semacam dah ada draf tu. Lama dah tu…. tak berbaloi sungguh. pic.twitter.com/hep3XvMVNv— alDhaFera (@feraaldha) October 2, 2022
Yet, as in patronage politics, fulfilling this mutuality can take on various actionable and practical forms.
In the case of an election season, it is rarely about mere vote-buying.
Tarik dan pikat undi adalah perkara basic dalam politik pilihanraya… Sebaliknya perkara paling haramjadah adalah tipu pengundi setelah berkuasa lebih² lagi menyakau dan songlap habuan rakyat dan harta negara… Sepertimana umnobn telah buktikan..— Asri_π (@Asri16811937) September 8, 2022

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Explore Tiger Beer’s Bold Journey At The ‘Tiger Den’ In Pavilion Bukit Jalil

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Tiger Beer, the world-acclaimed Asian lager, is celebrating its incredible journey against the odds through engaging activities to inspire fans to be courageous and pursue their passions.

The Tiger Den welcomes fans with an immersive experience at Pavilion Bukit Jalil from 15 June to 9 July.
The immersive experience encapsulates Tiger’s unique history and journey throughout the years in specially curated rooms.
What is there to see and do at the Tiger Den?
There are 6 specially curated rooms in the Tiger Den: Heritage Street, Tiger Brewery, AR-Ffiti Street, Hype Street, Crystal Cold Room, and Tiger Bar.
Guests are given a small Tiger Den booklet to collect unique stamps in each room as part of the immersive experience. With enough stamps, you get to redeem more drinks to enjoy at the event.
On Heritage Street, you’ll get to wander along the old-time shops and explore the history of Tiger Beer. It’s a walk down memory lane as you might recognize the classic Tiger Beer drink glasses and some of the old logo designs.
On Heritage Street, guests get to explore the history of Tiger Beer. Image: Adeline Leong/TRP
Once in the Tiger Brewery, you’ll learn how the drink is brewed through a simple AR game.
The AR experience continues in the AR-Ffiti Street where local artists showcased their works. By scanning the QR codes provided, you can bring your favourite artwork to life.
Over at Hype Street, you can deck yourself out in street fashion with limited edition Tiger Beer shoes crafted by sneaker artist and customizer, Edmond Looi, and PMC t-shirts.

Tiger Beer X PMC T-Shirt
Skateboard designs at Hype Street

If you’ve completed the tasks and collected the stamps in Zone 1 to 4 (Heritage Street, Tiger Brewery, AR-Ffiti Street, Hype Street), you can redeem a customized Tiger Beer bottle at Hype Street.
When that’s all done, it’s time to sit back and enjoy the ultimate bold brew with friends at the Tiger Bar.
*Tiger Beer advocates responsible consumption and we urge you to #DrinkResponsibly. Do not drink and drive. For non-Muslims aged 21 and above only.

Win a trip for 2 to Singapore!
You also stand a chance to win a trip for 2 to Singapore worth RM30k. All you have to do is:

Record an IG Reel of your Tiger Den experience, showcasing the different zones and activities explored.
Use #TigerBeerMY #TigerDen and tag @tigerbeermy

Each entry will be considered as a single submission. Winners will be announced on 14 July.
READ MORE: Discover The Immersive Tiger Den Experience At Pavilion Bukit Jalil

The Tiger Den
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Venue: Pavilion Bukit Jalil, Level 2, Lot 2.90.00 (Pink Zone) – Next to Tsutaya
Date: 15 June to 9 July 2023
Time: Wed-Thurs: 12pm-10pmFri-Sun: 11am-12am
Register here: https://tiger2023.tigerbeer.com/tiger-den/

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How To Choose The Right Smartphone For Your Travels

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Despite what the ‘unplug’ community might say, being tethered to a smartphone isn’t that bad — especially when you’re off travelling the world.

A global study conducted in 2016 found that most people consider smartphones as a crucial travel partner to have on their journeys and can’t leave home without one.
Recently, I had a chance to experience first-hand the importance of having a smartphone like the Oppo Find X5 Pro for a trip abroad and noted down some things that I’ve learned and think everyone should consider when picking out a travel phone to bring along on any adventure.
How to stay connected
Travelling somewhere far from home is always exciting, but it can also get a little intimidating to be in an unfamiliar place without a guide. Having a good smartphone can help alleviate some anxieties you may have during your getaways by being a close companion that provides instant access to information.
For example, a smartphone loaded with applications like a language translator, a currency exchanger, a GPS map system, and search engines like Google can help keep you from being lost and confused on your travels.
(Credit: TRP)
This is why travellers should always consider how their smartphones stay connected to the internet.
As mobile data charges while roaming can get expensive during overseas travels, a simple solution would be to use a temporary international SIM card that’s compatible with the country you’re visiting. You can usually purchase these at the airport.
Having a phone like the Oppo Find X5 Pro which has a dual 5G sim tray comes in really handy by letting you use both your local and international SIMs at the same time. The phone also comes with what Oppo calls the ‘ 360-degree smart antenna 3.0’ system, that upon testing, does provide better signal strength when indoors.
The Find X5 Pro’s ‘Wi-Fi Calling’ feature which helps improve the quality of calls over WiFi is also a very nifty feature to have when the cell signal is less than ideal.
How to stay active
All the connectivity and functionality in the world are useless if your phone is dead.
This is why travellers must always consider how long their phone batteries can stay alive and how long it takes it to fully recharge because waiting around for your phone to get juiced up can take time away from your trip and stall your plans.
The Find X5 Pro’s scratch-resistant ceramic body feels sleek, durable and comfortable, and is rated IP68splashproof, waterproof and dustproof.(Credit: TRP)
Phones like the Find X5 Pro present a decent option with a large 5000mAh dual-cell battery. On a single charge, the phone can last for about six hours when constantly being used for taking travel selfies and videos.
But the Find X5 Pro also has an impressive ‘ultra’ battery-saving mode which can more than double the time the phone stays alive by limiting the phone’s functions to only the necessary apps you choose.
Meanwhile, the phone’s 80W ‘SuperVOOC’ flash charging adapter can have the phone fully charged and ready in about 20 minutes which is a great feature to have for travellers who are on the go.
Remember to bring along an international power adapter and a power bank just in case you need to quickly charge your phone on the go.
How to make memories
Of course, travelling wouldn’t be the same if we weren’t able to take pictures and videos to preserve those wanderlust moments and memories.
Smartphones should offer travellers a variety of shooting options to play around with in any setting, no matter if they are amateurs or pros.
Having a 50MP ultra-wide angle camera on the Find X5 Pro was great for taking scenic landscape shots. The 50MP wide-angle camera it had captures colours naturally. And its 13MP telephoto camera was decent at getting in close to the action.
(Ultra-wide)WideTelephoto
(Credit: TRP)
The phone’s 32MP selfie camera was also good at taking quick ‘wefies’ on the go.
(Credit: TRP)
And having the choice to shoot in 1080p or 8K UHD is definitely a plus for anyone looking to share travel videos online.
Phones like the Find X5 Pro also take impressive night mode shots, but one does need some steady hands to avoid images and pictures looking noisy or shaky, even when the stabilization function is on.
(Credit: TRP)
How to kill time
There’s always some downtime to kill when travelling, and having a phone that can keep you entertained and occupied can be useful on those long flights or before you tuck yourselves in for the night.
A phone should serve as an all-in-one gadget for the traveller without the need for other devices. So one should always keep in mind what they plan to do on the journey and pick a device that fits the bill.
Phones with large AMOLED displays like the Find X5 Pro makes great use of its 6.7inch ‘Billion Colour Bionic’ screen to show bright and sharp visuals for watching HD videos and for playing a few rounds of mobile gaming.
The top and bottom stereo speakers on the Find X5 Pro can fill a room.(Credit: TRP)
Plus a refresh rate that goes up to 120Hz does make the device feel more fluid on use.
A travel phone would also need to handle a variety of tasks and applications without slowing down.
Sporting a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor with 12GB of memory and 256GB of storage, the Find X5 Pro makes for a useful multitasking tool and also a capable video editor.
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Understanding how your phone performs and functions can determine the quality of your travels.
So before you pack your bags for that next getaway, take some time to figure out what you need in a handy mobile travelling companion.
And do check out Oppo’s official website for more info on the Find X5 Pro.

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Expedia/Egencia Mobile Index Study Of Global Travelers Reveals That They Now Consider The Smartphone To Be Their “Most Indispensable” Travel Companion


GE15: Here’s Why The Purple Ink On Your Finger Turns Brown

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If you have voted for this GE15, have you noticed that the colour of the ink on your finger changes after a while?

No, your finger is not rotting from the outside (hopefully), it’s just a normal chemical reaction from the silver nitrate.
But before that, why do you have to have a stained finger?
What’s with the staining?
The staining of your finger with indelible ink is done to prevent double voting. It serves as a mark to prevent the same person from voting again. You’ll be in serious trouble if you do.
The Election Commission denotes that the finger that needs to be dipped is only the left index finger. It can’t be right even if you’re right-handed, it’s the procedure. This is because the EC will look at the left finger of anyone first, to know if they have voted.
This is what happens when you forgot to wear your gloves at the staining station. (Credit: TRP)
If for instance, the voter does not have a left index finger due to an accident or any disability, the EC has a procedure to mark the other fingers on the left hand first. If the voter doesn’t have a left hand altogether, only then they can stain their right hand.
What if they do not have hands at all? The EC have procedures for staining a body part for that too.
But for example, if you do have a stain on your right finger, well, maybe there were a lot of people at the time and the clerk made a mistake. You’re one of the people that got away. 😏
It’s chemistry time
Thanks to @Soraonekun and Cheryl Science Education, we now have a clearer view of why our finger magically turns brown after a few moments in the sun.
To put it down simply, the finger is stained purple because of the violet ink. But inside the ink, there’s a compound that will turn the finger brown once exposed to sunlight. Tada! Magic.
(Credit: Cheryl Science Education / Facebook)
According to Cheryl, there’s about 10 to 20% of silver nitrate and violet ink in the election ink. The silver nitrate (AgNO3) reacts with the salt (sodium chloride, NaCl) in our skin to form silver chloride (AgCl).
Now, this magical silver chloride will be broken down by the ultraviolet rays in the sunlight into metallic silver on the skin which is brown. These small brown particles do not reflect light, but it absorbs it so it looks brown on our skin.
This reaction is the same with our photochromic glasses. It’s those glasses with the magic lenses that turn from clear to black in a blink of an eye. When it’s exposed to sunlight, the silver ion in the lens will undergo a similar reaction with the ink, turning dark brown or black.
Cecair yang digunakan untuk menanda jari semasa mengundi mengandungi bahan kimia Argentum nitrat (AgNO3). Argentum nitrat ini pula akan bertindak balas dengan garam yang ada pada kulit, membentuk Argentum Klorida (AgCl2).— Kucing Schrödinger 🚀🌕 #Artemis (@Soraonekun) November 19, 2022
It will fade off naturally
The mark left on our finger will only disappear once our external skin is replaced. This means that we’ll just have to wait till our dead skin cells get replaced with our new cells.
The ink on the skin usually just lasts for about 2-4 days. But on the fingernail or cuticle, it could last until four weeks, depending on each individual. If you do a lot of house chores and work with bleaching agents, it might fade off faster.
The ink is squishy?
Fun Fact: There’s a sponge inside the orange bottle.
Inside the orange ink bottle, there’s actually a sponge inside it along with the ink. That’s why it feels squishy when you put your finger in – it’s not all just liquid in there.
It’s an innovation not to let the process gets messier. And even if the bottle accidentally topples over, the ink won’t splash out like a murder crime scene.
(Credit: TRP, levishion / Reddit)
You actually have to push your left index finger deep into the bottom of the bottle so that the ink would stain at least one segment of your finger, not just a tiny stain at the tip.
Hence, that’s why the EC clerk holds your hand at the staining station – they’re not that romantic, it’s just procedure.

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[Watch] Cheras Burger Seller Swears And Throws Bottle Of Sauce At Food Delivery Rider

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What happens when someone loses their temper?

Uncontrolled anger includes increased anxiety, high blood pressure and headache.
A person might also become aggressive because they were enraged at another person.
Going viral on TikTok is the video of a female hawker hurling profanity and abuse at a food delivery rider.
  @tiktokgraphyofficial behave ye kak..rider kejar oder, tanya pun salah ke 😔 #viral #tiktokviral #foodpanda #shoppefood #grab ♬ original sound  – Suprie Belenyon
The woman was heard saying that the food delivery rider was intolerant.
The video, lasting almost a minute, shows the woman in question hurling abusive words in front of several customers and other food delivery riders.
The incident is said to have happened at a famous burger stall in Cheras.
Time Is Precious And Priceless
It is understood that the complainant has been waiting a long time for the dealer to complete the customer’s order.
About 50 minutes passed, and the order was still not completed.
So, he decided to ask the hawker when the order would be ready.
Enraged by the complainant’s question, the hawker lost her cool and scolded the man, followed by abusive words, “F**k you!”.
Realizing the complainant made a video recording, he continued to get angry and threw a bottle of sauce at the complainant.
There are a lot of Grab riders, too; there’s no one making a fuss like you!The female hawker rebuking the food delivery rider for asking her about his customer’s order.
The Last Straw
The woman threw a sauce bottle at him when the food delivery rider tried to record the commotion.
Her action drew the displeasure of several individuals at the scene, who then advised her to calm down and not act out of bounds.
At the same time, the food delivery rider said those whose queue was behind him had already gotten their order.
On social media, netizens criticized the hot-tempered attitude displayed by the woman.
They also urged people to boycott such rude hawkers.
Some said it’s too bad that the food is good, yet the customer service stinks.

Why Do People Make Other People Wait?
Some said the hawker should prepare the orders in advance since the burgers are often in demand.
They said the hawkers and traders must value the food delivery riders’ time.
Making others wait once in a while due to genuine reasons can be considered.
But doing that on regular basis shows they have no respect for people.
At the same time, netizens said the hawker lacks empathy and can’t or won’t imagine what it’s like to be the person waiting on them.

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WEATHER WARNING: States In Peninsular And East Malaysia Told To Brace For Flash Floods And Bad Weather

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Warnings of flash flooding have been issued for the states of Johor, Kelantan, Negeri Sembilan, Pahang, Penang, and Selangor, as well as for Sarawak.

According to National Disaster Management Agency (NADMA) and the Malaysian Meterology Department (METMalaysia), based on rain forecast information by METMalaysia , the Southeastern Asia-Oceania Flash Flood Guidance System (SAOFFGS), and the JPS Malaysia flood forecast model, there is a risk of flash floods in some locations if heavy rain or significant thunderstorms occur.

Notis Kesiapsiagaan Kemungkinan Banjir Kilat Bagi Negeri Johor, Kelantan, Negeri Sembilan, Pahang, Pulau Pinang, Selangor, dan Sarawak.Dikeluarkan pada : 23/11/2022 (4:00 Petang)Sumber: @jps_malaysia #KeluargaMalaysiaSiagaBencana pic.twitter.com/E0OtWvUyRg— NADMA Malaysia (@mynadma) November 23, 2022

(Credits: JPS Malaysia)
This preparedness notice is being distributed to ensure that all residents, particularly those living in areas that are at risk, are notified of any potential flash floods that may occur during that time period.

RAMALAN CUACA SIGNIFIKAN (23 – 29 NOVEMBER 2022)Ketua PengarahJabatan Meteorologi Malaysia (MET Malaysia)Kementerian Alam Sekitar dan AirMasa dikeluarkan : 2.00 petangTarikh: 23 November 2022#metmalaysia#RamalanCuacaSignifikan pic.twitter.com/tOvdSKmXB6— Jabatan Meteorologi Malaysia (@metmalaysia) November 23, 2022

Meanwhile, METMalaysia’s significant weather forecast is through November 30th.
Thunderstorms and heavy rain with strong winds are expected to occur in the inland areas and west coast of the Peninsula, inland Sarawak, and west Sabah beginning November 25, 2022.

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Party In ‘Panda Paradise’ This August

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It’s no secret that Malaysians love food. We live to eat. There’s honestly no better way for us to bond with others – we simply relish the idea of enjoying mouth-watering delicacies with friends and family.

Well, this August, prepare to party and eat like a panda bear at foodpanda’s 10th year anniversary celebration!
foodpanda’s fluffy pink brand ambassador, Pau-Pau, invites you to the inaugural ‘panda paradise’ carnival. The three-day event celebrates foodpanda’s decade-long journey of being Malaysia’s favourite online food and grocery delivery platform.
It’s their birthday, but your party!
Join the fun on Friday (12 August) from 5.30 pm to 11 pm or party all day from 3 pm till 11 pm on Saturday and Sunday (13, 14 August) at Open Carpark Sunway City, Kuala Lumpur.
There you’ll get to vibe and chill to the performances of your favourite local artists like Joe Flizzow, Talitha Tan, DJ Kino, DJ Roshan, DJ Jovynn, Aida Azrin and BATE.
You and the squad could also get a chance to meet Pau-Pau the mascot in person!
Food paradise!
It won’t be a party without fantastic food, so come on down to savour panda paradise’s special menu of home-cooked meals by foodpanda’s HomeChefs.
Try the original homemade Melaka style asam pedas from Cili Api or have some classic Nasi Lemak Kukus with extra sambal.
(Credit: foodpanda)
If you’re looking to indulge your sweet tooth, why not grab some fluffy and strawberry-licious homemade waffles from Waffle Limited Express TTDI Jaya, some homemade dessert box with biscoff from CHEESEKUTBYLPARLAH, and gulp it all down with a cool cup of O’LIL COFFEE HOUSE’s Sunset Mojito.
(Credit: foodpanda)
Enjoy the special taste of other vendors like the saucy Nasi Ayam Geprek by I Am Geprek Bensu or a refreshing Coconut Mojito at Coco Loca, Coconut Shake.
(Credit: foodpanda)
The panda paradise carnival will also exclusively feature the signature Nasi Lemak Burger from Lim Fried Chicken that you can’t find anywhere else.
Those who came to party can also snack on some special combos from Pizza Hut or go-green with some plant-based snacks from Texas Chicken at the carnival.
Join the panda paradise party!
(Credit: foodpanda)
To join in the festivities, all you need to do is become a ‘pandapro’ subscriber in three easy steps:
Step 1: Toggle the top left menu on the foodpanda mobile app and tap on “Become a pandapro” subscriber.
Step 2: Tap “Select Plan”, and pick your desired subscription package, then tap on “Subscribe now”.
Step 3: Tap “Confirm and subscribe” and presto! You’re now officially a pandapro subscriber and get to enjoy great savings on your ex-panda-tures and be invited to one panda-tastic party!
foodpanda is also partnering with HitzFM for you to stand a chance at winning exclusive VIP tickets to this event and participate in other fun activities at the carnival.
Visitors are reminded that transactions at panda paradise can only be made via the foodpanda app and you’d be unable to come on the spot to order and pay in cash.
But, this way, party-goers can make use of the PANDA10 promo code to enjoy 20% off at the panda paradise carnival.
Come join the party with Pau-Pau and wish foodpanda a happy birthday!

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Ustaz Ebit Lew Assists School Bus Operators Who Have Lost Income Due To School Closures

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Most of the conversation surrounding school closures have been focused on the accessibility of online learning and how parents struggle to take care of their kids while working from home.

Meanwhile, the plight of bus drivers, who have lost their livelihood due to the decision to close schools has gone largely unnoticed.
Malay Mail recently reported that thousands of school bus operators may have to sell off their vehicles and close down their business due to the continued closure of schools under the conditional movement control order (CMCO).
The issue was brought further to light after popular preacher Ustaz Ebit Lew shared how he assisted the bus operating community recently.

In a post on Facebook, Ustaz Ebit talked about how local bus operators have only been able to work for six months this whole year due to the intermittent school closures that resulted from the Covid-19 pandemic.
Sadly, for the year 2020, they’ve only had income for 6 months. For the other 6 months, they went by with no income. How are they to survive with only six months of income to accommodate them for the whole year?Ustaz Ebit Lew via Facebook
(Credit: Ebit Lew Facebook)
He highlighted the important role school bus drivers play, adding that they ensure the children of working parents get to school safely and have a chance at growing up to be noble and successful people.
According to Ustaz Ebit, to make up for the lost profit, many bus drivers have tried looking for extra cash elsewhere. Some have signed up to the delivery services, while others tried their hand at selling baked goods or setting up small businesses.
Although Ustaz Ebit could not help much, he passed 250 drivers some groceries packed from his convenience store, Elewsmart, and gave a handful of others a little bit of pocket money.
(Credit: Ebit Lew Facebook)
These days, it’s not easy to start a business. Oh Allah, many large companies have also been forced to shut their doors.Ustaz Ebit Lew via Facebook
As usual, his continued efforts at helping the public won praises from user online, especially over the fact that Ustaz Ebit helps everyone, regardless of race or faith.

https://twitter.com/redrun_/status/1327770329737883653

Sekarang ni, pendapatan Ebit Lew lagi tinggi daripada pendapat negara ke apa?Tak. Pendapatan negara lagi tinggi, tapi nampak gayanya pengagihan dan pengurusan yang ke laut.Memalukan. Rakyat lagi efisyen.— Riduan A.dullah (@RiduanAdullah) November 15, 2020

https://twitter.com/taqiuddintaj/status/1327781539418050560

According to the Federation of Malaysian School Bus Operators Association President Mohd Rofik Mohd Yusof, more than 4,000 school bus operators have already ceased operations during the movement control order (MCO) implemented earlier this year in March.
Many could not continue to pay for their loans and could not survive with zero income so we have lost about 4,000 members since the MCO and now this CMCO, it will mean another three months of zero income.Mohd Rofik Mohd Yusof to Malay Mail
Despite the government ruling that all economic sectors were allowed to continue operating during this CMCO, this sadly didn’t apply for bus operators. With schools being closed, school bus operators were effectively left jobless.
(Credit: Ebit Lew Facebook)
With no guarantee that schools would not be closed again under another CMCO in the future, decisions like school closures may be an annoyance to some, but to others, it feels almost like a death sentence.
Schools will only reopen on January 20 next year so this means from now till then, we will have zero income. How are we to survive?Mohd Rofik Mohd Yusof to Malay Mail
The CMCO in Klang Valley, which began on 14 October and was initially supposed to last for just two weeks, has been extended to include most states in the Peninsular until 6 December.
Meanwhile, Sabah has been under CMCO since 13 October.
READ MORE: CMCO Enforced Across Peninsular Malaysia Except In Perlis, Pahang & Kelantan From November 9
Due to this, the Ministry of Education decided to close all schools for the rest of the year and only reopen next year.

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Malaysia Mourns Death Of 38-Week-Old Baby, The Youngest Covid-Fatality In Malaysia To Date

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Malaysia mourns the death of a 38-week-old baby boy who recently lost his life to Covid-19.

News of his untimely passing was made public on social media by the Federal Territory Islamic Religious Department (JAWI) on Tuesday (13 July) together with a photo of the infant being laid to rest at the Raudhatul Sakinah Muslim Cemetery in Kuala Lumpur.
“God willing, this tiny child will be waiting in heaven, aiding his parents on the day of judgement.” note the caption on JAIS’s page as funeral workers in personal protective gear (PPE) were shown handling the boy’s wrapped up remains in the rain and under the cover of darkness.
It’s understood that the boy’s mother was still battling for her life in the intensive care unit (ICU) and that his father and eight older siblings were undergoing quarantine at home.

Netizens were seen expressing their heartbreak over the tragedy and reminded of what odd times we live in at the moment.
This looks so dystopian https://t.co/sycVK95cx6— An (@ushwyj) July 13, 2021
Condolences and well-wishes also flooded cyberspace as Malaysians shared their anguish over the child’s death as well as prayers for his family’s well being.
Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji’un…. only God knows how the parents feel 😔 praying for the mother as well… https://t.co/cTz5LPi7gF— Maisarah (@ssararosli) July 13, 2021
Some even shared their empathy with the brave frontliners who diligently perform their duties despite the death and misery around them.
Take a moment and have a look at this photo, of our frontliners, mourning for the death of the youngest victim of Covid-19. The mental state of them when they need to face hopelessness every single day, hours, minutes and seconds. #KerajaanGagal https://t.co/z42Imnc5e1— Jamaliah (@_jamaliah_) July 14, 2021
The boy’s unfortunate end marks the youngest fatality the nation has suffered since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Young children at risk
On 30 January 2021, a four-month-old baby was confirmed as Malaysia’s 812th Covid-fatality. Reportedly, the child was noted to have had an underlying heart condition and passed away at the Tawau Hospital, Sabah.On 9 November 2020, a one-year-old baby boy with a history of congenital heart disease, down syndrome and hypothyroidism passed away from Covid-19 at the Duchess of Kent Hospital in Sandakan, Sabah.On 6 October 2020, the death of a one-year-old baby girl, designated as case #12,432, was confirmed at the Semporna Hospital in Sabah.
The Health Ministry (KKM) said that there were reports of more critical cases and deaths from Covid-19 in children below the age of five this year compared to the year previous.
In June, Health Director-General Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah explained that there had been three confirmed Covid-19 deaths from the age group in 2020 and just as many cases in the first five months of 2021.
He also stated that the number of children needing ICU treatment was showing a sharp rise.
According to the DG, as many as eight children below five years old had been admitted to the ICU in 2020, while 19 kids had to be admitted to the ICU as of May 2021.
(Credit: DGHisham via Twitter)
Vaccine for teens
In June, the National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency (NPRA) approved the usage of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine on children aged 12 years and above.
Datuk Seri Dr Adham Baba was quoted as saying that only children with underlying medical conditions such as cancer, chronic lung disease, heart disease and diabetes will be given priority to receive the Covid-19 vaccine.
He added that healthier children would be vaccinated after the completion of Phase 3 of the National Covid-19 Immunisation Program (PICK).
Although children accounted for 15% of total Covid-19 cases, they tend to be asymptomatic or have milder symptoms and are less likely to develop severe illness.Datuk Seri Dr Adham Baba via The Star.
Technology and Innovation Minister, and PICK coordinator Khairy Jamaluddin recently announced that secondary level, Form 5 and Form 6 students that will be sitting for their SPM and STPM examinations this year will be inoculated with the Covid-vaccine as early as July.

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Source:
Kes kritikal, kematian Covid-19 babit kanak-kanak bawah 5 tahun meningkat
One-year-old baby in Semporna among four new Covid-19 deaths today
Covid-19 Kills Baby In Sabah, Second Infant Death In Malaysia
COVID-19: Bayi 4 bulan antara korban terbaharu, paling muda direkodkan
Dr Adham: Children with chronic health conditions to get priority for vaccination
Malaysia Approves Pfizer Jab For Teens, CanSino And J&J Covid-19 Vaccines


Selangor Gov’t Is Giving Out RM300 Per Month For 12 Months, Here’s How To Get It

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The Selangor government will allocate RM3,600 a year or RM 300 a month to each eligible family through the Bantuan Kehidupan Sejahtera Selangor (BINGKAS).

BINGKAS was announced in the Selangor 2022 Budget with an allocation of RM108 million to help 30,000 families, including single mothers, face post-pandemic challenges.
The program is a continuation of Kasih Ibu Smart Selangor (KISS) and KISS IT (Single Mother) which gave RM200 cash a month.
Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari said the payout for BINGKAS started in February 2022.
The money is meant for the people to buy household necessities and pay for their children’s education.
READ MORE: [Watch] If Eggs Are Expensive, Eat Fewer Eggs, KPDNHEP Gives Brilliant Solution
Program KISS ditambah baik kepada Bantuan Kehidupan Sejahtera Selangor (BINGKAS). Bantuan wang tunai ditambah dari RM200 sebulan kepada RM300 sebulan atau RM3,600 setahun. Jumlah penerima turut ditambah kepada 30 ribu keluarga yang layak.#KitaSelangor#HanyaDiSelangor pic.twitter.com/CWAPhaN4qX— Amirudin Shari (@AmirudinShari) June 30, 2022
Eligibility Requirements
1) Head of the family with children/dependents under 18 years and below.
2) Family income below RM3,000.
3) Selangor resident.
Documents required:
1) Copy of applicant’s identity card
2) Copy of spouse & dependent’s identity card
3) Proof of income (salary slip/ income confirmation letter if not employed or self-employed)
4) Copy of Election Commission (EC) review
5) Copy of people with disabilities (OKU) card (if applicable)
6) Copy of death/divorce certificate (if applicable)
KISS cardholders need to update the information within two months, from 1 July 2022 to 31 August 2022, to continue the benefits.
It is necessary to download the Selangkah application and WavPay e-Wallet on your smartphone to process the benefit payment.
1. Sukacita dimaklumkan bahawa pemegang / penerima kad KISS didalam DUN Lembah Jaya yang masih aktif, nama anda akan dimasukkan secara automatik ke Program BINGKAS ini bermula 1 Julai 2022. Anda hanya perlu mengaktifkan akaun BINGKAS di Wavpay E-Wallet melalui aplikasi Selangkah.— Lembah Maju Jaya (@Lembahjayamaju) June 30, 2022
BINGKAS Terms:
Family income below Rm3000.Have dependents under 18 years old.Voters in the State of Selangor.
Features of BINGKAS:
Purchase limit of RM300The balance is not carried over to the next month.Automatic disbursement every month.Can be used to buy necessities and educational items (school needs such as books).
How To Apply
Applications are open from 1 July 2022 on the website www.bingkasselangor.com.
Before applying, ensure you have downloaded and registered a Selangkah account.
Ni info penting untuk orang Selangor yang dapat bantuan KISS sebelum ni. Please bagitahu ibu-ibu korang yang dapat bantuan KISS ni. Info dalam gambar. BINGKAS adalah penjenamaan semula kad KISS. Tiada kad fizikal untuk BINGKAS macam kad KISS dah, semua guna apps Selangkah. pic.twitter.com/lzL61wVSk5— Snrbyzra (@snbyzr) July 3, 2022
The following is a list of hotlines in case of any difficulties regarding the BINGKAS program:
BINGKAS application & general questions: 1-800-22-6600Step Application: Inapps Helpdesk/LivechatE-Wallet Activation: 016-325 4199 (Whatsapp) or bingkashelp@wavpay.net

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Only Sectors Located In Green Zones Allowed To Operate During MCO

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The industry sectors recently allowed to operate during the latest extension of the movement control order (MCO) only apply to those businesses located in green zone areas, not nationwide.
Datuk Seri Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar who is the Minister of Entrepreneur Development and Co-operatives clarified this fact saying that the list of the industry sectors was created by a special Cabinet committee.
He said this committee was formed two weeks ago during a Cabinet meeting and assigned to study the possibility of allowing certain businesses to resume operations.
The committee came up with the report and identified certain businesses, and later after several discussions, it was agreed only to operationalise certain businesses and services in the ‘Covid-19 green areas’ of the country.Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar via Malay Mail
As of 11 April, there are 29 districts nationwide categorised as green zones with no Covid-19 cases by the Health Ministry. They consist of four districts on the Peninsular and 25 districts in East Malaysia.
(Credit: MoH)
(Credit: MoH)
According to The Borneo Post, Wan Junaidi also explained that the special committee is indeed concerned about the effect of a prolonged MCO on the countryâ€™s economy, taking note of the fact that there have been businesses from all sectors concerned with their sustainability and also international firms which have invested billions in the country.
He added that there have been studies done by the government, banks, and institutes that suggested there will be an unprecedented level of unemployment and collapsed businesses in the next couple of weeks if companies are not allowed to resume operations.

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Selangor Prepping For Vaccine Booster Shots (In Case Its Needed Lah)

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Selangor state government is now preparing to implement a third booster shot if necessary via the Selangor Vaccine Programme (SelVax), accroding to the Chairman of the Selangor Standing Committee on Public Health, Unity, Women and Family Development, Dr Siti Mariah Mahmud.

She was quoted by Berita Harian saying that preparations are also on the way for vaccine recipients aged 18 and below.
However, she said that it is subject to approval by the Covid-19 Vaccine Supply Access Assurance Special Committee (JKJAV).
According to reports, as of 22 August, 224,880 doses have been administered via SelVAX Community and there’s a balance of 275,120 doses left.
So far, Dr Siti Mariah said, the state government has allocated about RM130 million for the purchase of 1.25 million vaccine doses.

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What CMCO Round 2 Would Mean For Us In the Klang Valley [Updated]

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[Updated according to the KKM press conference on 12 October with latest information.]

Selangor, Kuala Lumpur, and Putrajaya will be placed under the Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO) beginning midnight 14 October to 27 October.
Firstly, DO NOT PANIC. We’ve been through this before, so we know not to panic over stocking up on food supplies and other necessities.
What you need to know:
ALL BUSINESSES in all industries are allowed to operate as normal.
However, travel between state borders is not allowed. For employees who work or travel in different districts or states, you will require a letter from your place of employment and a working pass to travel.
All workplaces are encouraged to allow employees to take leaves or work from home.
All healthcare services such as public and private clinics and hospitals are allowed to operate 24 hours a day. If an emergency requires additional travel out-of or into CMCO areas, additional permission is required from authorities.
Two people per household will be allowed to leave their home to get food and daily necessities.
All sports, recreational, social, and cultural activities are prohibited, as well as places of worship, kindergartens, preschool, schools, tahfiz centres, higher education learning institutions, skills training institutes, and child care centres.
More details are to come from the National Security Council soon.
Health-Director General Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah noted that while the World Health Organisation does not recommend the usage of a lockdown to control the virus as doing so will exacerbate poverty and strain on the most vulnerable, this CMCO strikes a balance between limiting social movements and maintaining economic activity in an effort to bring down cases.
Since the CMCO does not impact business activities, the economic sector will be maintained, while social activities will be limited.

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You could soon buy shares in this bubble tea company

The company that owns Tealive, Define Food and Ko Ko Kai might soon be publicly listed on the Kuala Lumpur Stock Exchange.
So even you could own a little bit of that boba life if you buy their stock.

Just because you own shares though, doesn’t mean you own the shop, k?

Bloomberg reports that unnamed sources say Loob Holding Sdn Bhd’s initial public offering might be RM300,000.
Bloomberg did receive a response from Loob Holdings CEO Bryan Loo who confirmed that they are planning to list in the first half of next year and have engaged corporate advisers.

 Loob Holdings CEO Bryan Loo. In every recent picture, he looks slightly annoyed.(Pic Credit: Loob)

However, Bloomberg also reports that the plan is still in the early stages and could still fall through.
They also report that Malaysian KFC operator QSR Brands Holdings Bhd and Mr D.I.Y. are also looking at being listed.
In a company statement in March, Loob Holdings stated that they have over 200 outlets in Malaysia as well as stores in China, Vietnam and Australia.
Previously, Loob Holdings was a franchisee of Chatime in Malaysia until  January 2017 when the Taiwanese brand owner La Kaffa International Co Ltd terminated the agreement.
Loob Holdings then launched Tealive and converted around 165 Chatime stores to Tealive stores.


Chinese New Year: A Cultural Tradition, Not A Religious One

For most cultures, their festivals are influenced by their religion. However, Chinese New Year is not related to any religion.
It is simply a celebration of a new year according to the lunar calendar, just like a celebration of a new year according to the Gregorian (solar) calendar on January 1st.
We spoke to senior lecturer Dr Ong Siew Kian from the Department of Chinese Studies University Malaya, on the common misconception of Chinese New Year as a religious festival.
The issue is that most people do not understand the core meaning or the origin of the festival. During festivals, we always have a simple honoring of ancestors, which doesn’t relate to any religion, but is about the core Chinese philosophy of filial piety.Dr Ong Siew Kian to TRP
Filial piety is, without a doubt, one of the most important pillars in Chinese society. It could be said that it is the very foundation of Chinese family and societal structures.
As such, the most important aspect of any Chinese festival is to pay respects to your family, especially elders, and by extension your ancestors.
Ancestor veneration comes from its strong roots of filial piety with its firm belief that by pleasing your ancestors, they will take care of you with blessings and good fortune. Ancestor veneration has no association with any religion, but is seen through a cultural lens of respect towards your elders.
The Chinese culture is all about family.(Credit: Unsplash)
Family is also a key concept in Chinese culture, which is why the Reunion Dinner on the eve of Chinese New Year is arguably the most important gathering within the family in the whole year.
For most of Chinese New Year, the 15-day-long festival is filled with reunions of extended families and friends. The human connection is what makes the celebrations festive, after all.
Culture and religion can co-exist separately.
Stories concerning the ‘history’ of Chinese New Year stem from folklore, such as the story of the great beast Nian who terrorized villagers until they used red paper and firecrackers to scare it away.
Even the ‘Gods’ that make an appearance during Chinese New Year have been passed down in the form of Chinese mythology and do not come from a specific religion.
Deities such as the God of Prosperity are traditional folk beliefs of the Chinese to fulfill their wishes of a better life.Dr Ong Siew Kian to TRP
Common Chinese New Year well-wishes such as “Gong Hei Fatt Choy” simply mean “Good fortune to you” and do not have a religious connotation.
However, Chinese Malaysians who practice different religions often incorporate their beliefs on top of traditional Chinese New Year customs.
For example, the Christian Chinese may include benedictions with their Chinese New Year well-wishes.
The Taoist Chinese often burn paper joss money or paper models of material goods for their ancestors.
Incense or joss sticks are widely used in Taoist and Buddhist practices.(Credit: Unsplash)
Even the Muslim Chinese simply celebrate the festival while adhering to Islamic guidelines, such as not eating pork.
No matter what your religion is, Chinese New Year can be celebrated by everyone.

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