Mum accidentally forgets daughter at R&R and drives off without her during balik kampung trip

When you come from a family with many siblings, it’s hard to keep track of everyone all the time and every once in a while one sibling is bound to be forgotten.
This is exactly what happened to Twitter user @Sutungmenjerit .

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The mother of six panicked after discovering that she had accidentally forgotten her 12-year-old daughter and left her behind during their balik kampung journey along the East Coast Expressway, yesterday.
At around 2pm, @Sutungmenjerit, or better known as Che Jah tweeted about the incident, asking Twitterjaya to help her get her daughter back.

Sesiapa berdekatan temerloh mohon bantu Che Jah..
Anak dara i tertinggal kat Shell R&R Temerloh..
Now mama kat 143.6 km arah Timur pic.twitter.com/iohJvTMqEC
â€” Makcik Brutal (@Sutungmenjerit) June 3, 2019

According to her string of tweets, Che Jah was driving on the East Coast highway with her six children and along the way, they made a stop at the Shell station at R&R Temerloh.
During the stop, some members of the family got down to perform the afternoon prayer, others got out to stretch their legs and several stayed inside their car to nap.

Saya ada anak 6 ada yang tido, ada yg turun solat & ada yg ddk luar kereta. Bila nampak yg sulung masuk ingat dia bwk semua masuk. I terus jalan… Skali staff Shell call anak dara sorg tertinggal. Dah nak masuk Maran plak tu.. 😂 https://t.co/ZXc4nlc6VG
â€” Makcik Brutal (@Sutungmenjerit) June 3, 2019

After the pitstop, Che Jah continued her journey and had driven for approximately 15km before receiving a phone call from one of the employees at Shell who informed her that she had accidentally left her daughter behind!
Initially, Che Jah wanted to turn her car around and head back to the R&R for her daughter.

Yep.. 😁 nak g ambik uturn blk sana. Customer servis ANIH HIGHWAY kata peronda highway suruh tugu jer tepi jalan jer.. pastu lama sangat dorg nak sampai bdk shell ni tawar nak hantar. Alhamdulilah https://t.co/pBEmLyTV2f
â€” Makcik Brutal (@Sutungmenjerit) June 3, 2019

She called the highway patrol for assistance and they advised her to just wait by the side of the road. Unfortunately, due to a large number of vehicle breakdowns along the highway, the patrol could not attend to Che Jah immediately.
After waiting for quite some time for the highway patrol to help bring her child over, one of the employees at Shell offered to send the daughter over via motorbike instead.

Malaysian netizens were both humoured and appalled by the idea that a mother could have possibly forgotten one of her children. Many related their own similar stories of being left behind as children.

Taktau nak gelak ke tumpang panik 😂
â€” Î› (@aimanfarithS) June 3, 2019

i pernah tertinggal juga kat hentian sebelah. raya juga. my case? i keluar kereta nk pergi toilet tak bgtau sesiapa. ayah masuk kereta terus jalan. adik2 yg lain tidur. and masa tu umur i 23thn. hahaha. dah 10thn berlaku, tp sampai harini mesti cerita ni diungkit. 😅
â€” Nadhira ♈ (@kaznadkaz) June 3, 2019

HAHAHA dulu time aku darjah 6 pun pernah kena tinggal macam ni😂
â€” ALFDNL. (@m_alfdnl) June 3, 2019

Adik beradik sy ada 7 and kitorg pun pernah tertinggal yang no 5 dekat carrefour dulu masa budak tu umur 2 tahun. Dahlah time tu kami dah ke giant pulak ttbe mak sy kira2 tak cukup sorg lol
â€” Faz (@fathizacky) June 3, 2019

Weh aku dengan abang aku pun pernah tertinggal dengan ayah aku  kat petronas, pi beli donut ja pun, lupa habaq, darjah 4 kot,depa tak perasan kalut nak pi hospital
â€” pepiah gandum (@nuralz) June 3, 2019

Meanwhile, some netizens shared several tips with Che Jah to help her avoid a similar mishap from occurring again. Popular suggestions were taking a roll call, doing a head count and lining the kids up before letting them get into the car.

Setiap kali kereta nk gerak ayah saya mesti panggil nama setiap anak2 dia. Maybe akak boleh praktikkan bende tu 😂
â€” siyesni? (@snsyhzani) June 3, 2019

Klu anak ramai, lain kali buat head-count atau roll-call
â€” David Anver Abdullah (@nebuchax) June 4, 2019

Cik jah.. Utk mengelakkn dari tertingal.. Lepasni boleh buat camni.. Sebelom naik kereta,  panggil berbaris dulu depan kereta, pastu kawad macam askar dalam 5 minit.. Baru naik kereta. 😁. Selamat hari raya
â€” â— (@aman7303) June 3, 2019

Either way, we’re glad Che Jah’s daughter was safely reunited with her family!

Ha tulah brutal sangat
â€” Anaz Haidhar (@anazhd) June 3, 2019

And we can confirm that it’s definitely tough to keep track of all the siblings when you have so many. This writer also got left behind and forgotten before.


KKM To Form Task Force To Investigate Workplace Bullying Among Doctors

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After the death of a houseman in Penang, there have been speculations about the toxic work conditions in hospitals, and calls to look into the treatment of doctors increased.

Former and current housemen have alleged that senior doctors and nurses perpetrate workplace bullying.
READ MORE: Houseman Died In Just 3 Weeks Of Starting Work, Raises Questions About Work Conditions In Penang Hospital
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The toxic work environment lasted for a long time because it’s seen as a rite of passage that every houseman must go through.
The Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) has received more than 120 complaints from medical professionals since 2017.
READ MORE: Over 120 Complaints About Workplace Bullying Lodged By Housemen And Senior Doctors, Says MMA
A task force will be set up
In light of these persistent issues, the Health Ministry (KKM) will set up an independent task force to probe claims of a workplace bullying culture within its departments.
Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin said he had been given an early report on the death of the houseman from the head of the trainee doctors’ department. The police are also completing their investigation.
Health director-general Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah said bullying culture is wrong and couldn’t be tolerated anywhere, especially in hospitals. The Ministry is also waiting for the post-mortem report, including the chemistry results.
Bullying culture is wrong and cannot be tolerated anywhere, especially in hospitals. We are awaiting for the police investigation to conclude and the post-mortem report including the chemistry results.— Noor Hisham Abdullah (@DGHisham) May 6, 2022
According to New Straits Times, Penang Consumers Protection Association president Datuk K. Koris Atan proposed that KKM conduct a major overhaul of the housemanship procedures in government hospitals.
Junior doctors will be heard
Malaysiakini reported that Penang state executive councillor Dr Norlela Ariffin will hold a probe through the Penang Health committee to hear the experiences and plights of junior doctors.
The meeting will be minuted and its resolutions will be passed to the health minister. Dr Norlela said the probe would first hear from house officers and junior doctors before inviting hospital authorities and health department officials.
The Health Ministry has thousands of sincere and hard-working staff who save thousands of lives. I have received so many valuable insights on issues faced by house officers and junior doctors, along with suggestions on how to revamp the system. I wish the Health Ministry would change the culture of keeping everything under wraps. It is frustrating because it is hard to penetrate these walls to get the truth and solve real problemsPenang state executive councillor Dr Norlela Ariffin

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DBP Explains Why “Orang K*ling” Racial Slur Was On Its Website In The First Place

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After receiving flak for using the slur “keling” in the definition of the word “tambi” , Dewan Bahasa and Pustaka (DBP) has decided to change the word instead to “orang India”.

Malaysiakini quoted DBP Director-General Abang Sallehuddin Abg Shokeran who said that their dictionaries will be updated, including the online one.
They received heavy criticism recently over the definition of the word ‘tambi’ in the their website as the word was defined as “a call for Keling people younger than us”.
READ MORE: “Orang K*ling”? Indian Community Criticise DBP Over Definition Of ‘Tambi’
In a statement released on Facebook, DBP said that a dictionary is a reference book that records various information about the vocabulary of a language, such as
words that express certain concepts in various fields of knowledge and in certain situations or contextswords that are expressed in various social situations such as words used by royal relatives, greetings, titles, classics, dialects, tribes, slang, slang and so on
The dictionary also records words from a foreign language, which they gave the example of the words Tambi, Amoi and so on in the Malay language that is used within the Kamus Dewan (KD), Kamus Pelajar (KP) and the latest Dictionary Dewan Perdana (KDP).
Regarding the use of the word Keling in the definition of tambi in KP, this dictionary was published in 1987 and we’ve updated it in 2007 by only adding entries. However, we’re updating and compiling the third edition of the dictionary. This is being planned by DBP and aspects of improvement will be given attention for this new edition.Dewan Bahasa Dan Pustaka via Facebook
It has been contested before
In the same statement, DBP said that in 2003, the word was once brought to court following a lawsuit filed by a group of Indian community activists who demanded that the word be removed from the Kamus Dewan.
However, the Kuala Lumpur High Court ruled the use of the word in because as it was deemed as not malicious to any party and DBP only performed its functions and responsibilities as a language institution.

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No Discounts For Traffic Summons, Says KL Police Chief

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The police are carrying out an intensive enforcement operation codenamed “Hormat Undang-Undang Jalan Raya” around Kuala Lumpur starting today until 31 July.

The operation aims to increase awareness and compliance with traffic laws and will be focused on 16 key locations around the city throughout the day, including peak hours.
The 16 key locations include:

The intersection of Jalan Tun Razak or Jalan Ampang
The intersection of Jalan Tun Razak or Jalan Semarak
The intersection of Jalan Ampang or Yap Kwan Seng
The intersection of Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman or Jalan Tun Perak
The intersection of Jalan Sultan Ismail

The police will be monitoring road users for various offences such as running the red light, stopping their cars beyond the white line, parking their vehicles on pedestrian pathways, zebra crossing, or inside the yellow box.
Drivers who leave their cars in restricted areas or block the road with their vehicles are not above the law too.

City police chief Datuk Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zain said no discounts will be given for issued summonses regardless of the offences committed, Sinar Daily reported.

As long as I am the Kuala Lumpur police chief, no discounts will be given. When we want to educate the public, we must be consistent and firm with what is being implemented, especially to increase awareness and culture of obeying traffic rules.
Kuala Lumpur police chief Datuk Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zain
He stressed that the community’s negative road culture needed to be changed to improve public safety.
Shuhaily added that operations to track down traffic offenders involving foreigners were also carried out in several locations.

They are foreigners who come to our country so they need to obey and respect the existing laws.
Kuala Lumpur police chief Datuk Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zain

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Gamuda Land Previews SplashMania Waterpark to Open January 2023

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Gamuda Land’s SplashMania Waterpark is targeted for a January 2023 opening at the property developer’s Gamuda Cove township in the southern Klang Valley.

The 18-acre waterpark was previewed to the media recently where it comprises 24 water slides and 15 key attractions, with some being the first-of-its-kind waterslide experiences in Malaysia – including a Virtual Reality waterslide.
“The addition of the SplashMania Waterpark will not only benefit residents from Gamuda Cove, but its surrounding communities and Malaysia at large with a projected annual visitorship of 800,000. The waterpark will allow us to reach out to an untapped eco-tourism opportunity in the Southern Klang Valley region in line with Tourism Selangor’s plan,” said Chu Wai Lune, Chief Operating Officer of Gamuda Land.
Gamuda Cove is located along the ELITE Expressway, between the Paya Indah Discovery Wetlands and the Kuala Langat Forest Reserves. It is close to both international airports; the KLIA and KLIA2.
SplashMania will be shaded by more than 1,500 trees including native and endangered tree species that will provide respite from Malaysia’s tropical climate.
At the unveiling ceremony, Sanjay Nadarajah, General Manager (Leisure & Hospitality) of Gamuda Land, said, “Where Nature Meets Fun’ forms the essence of SplashMania Waterpark. Taking into consideration the natural setting of the waterpark and the surrounding wetlands, we ensured that we dedicate 70% of the waterpark to green spaces.”
The rides and slides in SplashMania are designed by Polin Waterparks and ProSlide Technology who are trusted global leaders as slide developers with exceptional technology and innovative safety records.
The Shaka Waka is a 78-meter-long multimedia and audio waterslide fitted with various LED light effects which can be customised by each individual rider prior to entry to the attraction before splashing in the pool at the end.
SplashMania Waterpark will play host to 39 rides and attractions and will feature the first-of-its-kind waterslides in Malaysia.
The Wild Rush waterslide is a mix of back-to-back curves, drops, and vortex loops, quickly accelerating vertical and compound curves throughout the ride from start to finish, which is a 3.35-meter-deep pool.
Meanwhile, the Atlantis VR is an immersive experience beyond just the ordinary waterslide rides. Guests will be presented with a Virtual Reality headgear and imagine being in a completely different world as they begin their 250-meter virtual journey through the Lost City of Atlantis.
As part of the preview, Gamuda Land announced that it will introduce its GL Play mobile application when the waterpark opens as part of the parks digitalisation efforts to offer convenience to its visitors and customers. When launched, customers would be able to purchase their tickets ahead of time via the application’s booking platform. It will also allow park goers to navigate through the waterpark using the park map feature and pre-order their F&B to avoid queues.
With more than 25 years of town-making experience, Gamuda Land has always invested upfront to ensure that its townships can stand the test of time. One of the key hallmarks for Gamuda Land is a central park in all of its township developments.
“By listening to what the land has to tell us, we are passionate about working with nature to restore the land to what it was before us – be it careful selection of native tree species, our target of planting 1 million trees, having permeable pathways to mitigate flood and more,” Chu explained.
In the last five years, Gamuda Land has also started investing upfront in placemaking – activating the places within its townships so the community will have places where they can come out, be in the embrace of nature and get to know their neighbours.
Launched in 2018, Gamuda Cove spans across 1,530 acres of mindfully planned township. Prior to delivery of its homes, Gamuda Land has ensured that the highway interchange is in place, a 60-acre pet-friendly central park is ready, tree-lined streets and dedicated bicycle tracks are ready.
The township also brings together natural attractions like the Paya Indah Discovery Wetlands, outdoor adventures such as the Goosebumps Rope Course and the Cove Aerobar in Discovery Park. The addition of SplashMania Waterpark will further enhance the vibrancy of Gamuda Cove.

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Woman In Kelantan Slammed For Bringing Cat On KTM Train Ride

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Previously, we have heard about problems of Malaysians not being comfortable with dogs in public spaces.

READ MORE: Man Scolds Aunty For Letting Dogs Play On Public Playground’s Slide
READ MORE: [Watch] ‘Auntie’ & ‘Pakcik’ Argue About Pet Dogs Just Chilling At Melaka R&R
However, the issue of pets being in public spaces is not exclusively for dogs only. This includes cats too and some people apparently are not aware of this.
A woman brought her Golden British Shorthair cat on the KTM train
Recently, a woman (@elizadianna) uploaded a video on TikTok of her cat experiencing a train ride. The video garnered almost 500 K views and 25 K likes at the time of writing.
In the video, the woman, Eliza, told a story of how she came about the rule of no pets allowed. Initially, she didn’t know that pets weren’t allowed on public transportation, so that’s why she brought along her cat, named Marissa.

Eliza and her two sons were on a KTM ride from Sri Mahligai to Gua Musang at the time.
Initially, they took some pictures of Marissa on the seat and of her looking out the window. After that, her son pointed out a signage saying no pets allowed. That’s when they started to get anxious about it.
Then the conductor came and asked what was in the pet carrier to which she directly told, her cat. The conductor told her that pets weren’t allowed and she was forced to put her cat in the baggage section after that.
She followed the officer’s instruction and placed her cat alone in that section.
Ciri-ciri orang bodoh sombong, lagi dia tahu benda tu tak boleh buat selagi tu dia nak tunjuk..bila org kecam dia menjawab pusing tang lain salahkan orang pula 💁 pic.twitter.com/sCwAf2drds— Faiz Fayeshz 🇲🇾 (@faizfayeshz) February 22, 2023
Netizens scolded her
After the video went viral, a lot of people expressed how this behaviour should not be tolerated. Generally, pets, including cats, are not even allowed in public spaces, let alone public transportation. This is because some people may have allergies and are not comfortable with the hygiene of pets in public spaces.

Some even commented that her video might encourage others to do the same.

She explained herself
After her video went viral, she explained herself in a few other videos.
According to her, she did put Marissa in the baggage section after the conductor asked her to.
On how she managed to bring her cat in, she justified by saying that she even bought a ticket for Marissa, so netizens should not blame the KTM conductor.
  @elizadianna Replying to @zaza rashid Kita rekod video dan edit part yg lawa² je wakkk.. yg buruk² kita cut atau simpan.. standby utk soalan² mcm ni la.. Harap takde yg salah faham ye. Its a common sense 😉 #kucing #railroad #railtrip #tripwithcat #catvideo #jangankecam ♬ Santai – Faizal Tahir
She also said there were passengers in her coach as she was just travelling in the village area. She admitted that it was her fault for bringing Marissa with her and wanted the public to stop blaming the KTM staff.
  @elizadianna Saya maafkan semua org yg tuduh saya macam² ..Saya tahu saya memang salah sebab bawak #kucing naik #train Please jgn salahkan staf #ktm @E.D.Z | Cats of TikTok👱🏻♀ ♬ Langit Yang Sama – Dalia Farhana
All in all, the “No Pets Allowed” rule is there for a reason. Some people might have serious allergies to it and some are just not comfortable.
If you really wanna take your pets out for a walk in a public space, do ensure that it is a pet-friendly space.
You wouldn’t even be comfortable if someone brings their pet dogs, rabbits or birds into a public train now, would you?

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Family’s Happiness Shattered Just 2 Hours After Getting New Car

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Buying a new car brings happiness not only to the buyer but also to the buyer’s family and friends. However, the happiness of one family was cut short just two hours after driving their new car.

The story was shared by a Facebook user known as Ea Sya in a Facebook group page. According to her, the family had to endure an 8-month waiting period before finally getting a Perodua Alza. They had to travel all the way to Kuala Lumpur from Johor Bahru to pick up the car.
However, just 2 hours after they started their journey back to Johor Bahru from Kuala Lumpur to, they suffered a major accident when they were hit from behind by another vehicle.

The newly bought car sustained major damages in the rear end and front of the car. From the pictures that was shared, it can be seen the rear was badly smashed.
As for the front end, it was also damaged badly. The front bumper was smashed beyond recognition.
Netizens who saw the post shared their sympathies for the family.

Sometimes in life one will never know when bad times will strike. At this point, all we can do is be patient and work on a solution.

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Visiting Mecca for Umrah soon? This website can help you plan your trip!

If youâ€™re planning on going for Umrah, things can sometimes get a little intimidating.

Making the right decision that gives you the best bang for your Riyal can be difficult, especially if you don’t really know what to look for.

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What if we told you that there’s a much easier way to make your travel plans to the holy land?
Well, there’s this neat new website called UmrahGo that lets you discover the best deals and offers to fulfil your Umrah dreams.
The platform allows users to find, compare and reserve Umrah travels in a snap.

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For lack of a better example, itâ€™s basically Trivago for Umrahs…

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Users can book their prefered Umrah trip, from flights to hotels to visa arrangments directly with the agency of choice.
UmrahGo also offers special deals that are only exclusively available on the platform. Letting users single out the best travel package suited to their budget.

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Interestingly, the platform would also soon feature neat tips, tricks and information catered towards Muslims who want to get the deets on how to perform Umrahs like a pro.
So if you or anyone you know are planning for an Umrah trip, checkout UmrahGo at www.umrahgo.com


‘Stork Island’ In Teluk Intan A Paradise For Nature Lovers

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Every day when the sun goes down, about 50,000 birds of various species fly back to their flock nests in Pulau Bangau (Stork Island) after a day out looking for food.

These birds flew low across Sungai Perak, looking like Japanese planes about to attack enemy ships during the Second World War.
Located in Teluk Intan, Pulau Bangau is touted as the nation’s largest heronry and is fast becoming renowned as a birdwatchers’ paradise.
Pulau Bangau is made up of three islets on Sungai Perak. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
Ecotourism & Conservation Society Malaysia (Ecomy) chief executive officer Andrew Sebastian said thousands of birds of various species, including migratory birds, have made Pulau Bangau their home.
Pulau Bangau is blessed with a large population of storks and other bird species such as eagles, hornbills, purple heralds, grey heralds, little egrets and cattle egrets.Ecomy chief executive officer Andrew Sebastian to TRP on the richness of biodiversity in Pulau Bangau.
During the initial nest building, the herons will be busy collecting sticks from nearby trees. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
Sebastian, who is a well-regarded naturalist, environmentalist and sought-after nature/bird guide, said there are no words that can describe how beautiful the scenery in Pulau Bangau is.
He said it is the best place in Malaysia to see thousands of birds flying back to their nests as dusk approaches before landing on the branches.
A birding expedition by Ecomy at Pulau Bangau. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
Sebastian added that it would be a waste if the potential of developing the area as a tourist attraction is ignored.
To this end, conservation proposals are being drawn and submitted to the authorities for further action.
 A lurking monitor lizard hidden among the trees in Pulau Bangau. The large population of birds are a source of food for the reptile. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
Sebastian said the ultimate goal is to promote Pulau Bangau as a nature-based, environmentally educated and sustainably managed ecotourism product.
Ecotourism can result in an overall increase in species survival over time if tourism is managed correctly. Ecotourism is increasingly being used as a conservation tool worldwide and is effective in preserving threatened biodiversity.Ecomy chief executive officer Andrew Sebastian to TRP on the benefits of ecotourism.
The sticks for building nests can be dead twigs lodged in trees or dead stems that need to be broken off. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
A Positive Impact On The Local Economy
Local tour guide Muhammad Sahril said the panorama attracted visitors, including foreign tourists who take a boat ride down the river.
He runs a boat operating company, allowing the public to experience this exciting experience.
The colonies in Pulau Bangau contain several species, as well as other species of waterbirds. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
According to him, the best time to see these birds is in the evening, besides being able to watch the sunset.
Usually, these birds will go out at 5.30 in the morning to look for food up in paddy fields before returning to the nest at 6.30 in the afternoon.Local tour guide Muhammad Sahril to TRP on the best time to see the birds.
Herons’ nests are massive bulky platforms constructed using mainly sticks found in the nesting area. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
He said the 14.3-hectare Pulau Bangau is the choice for birds due to its strategic position in the middle of a river that is difficult for human intruders to reach.
A typical river cruise to Pulau Bangau takes between 45 and 90 minutes, with fares ranging from RM18 for children to RM60 for adults.
An Ecomy staff trying out a mangrove tree fruit. Looking on are Ecomy CEO Andrew Sebastian (centre) and local tour guide Muhammad Sahril (left). (Pix: Fernando Fong)
Ready For A New Season Of Birding?
Visitors are reminded to bring binoculars because they are the go-to optical tool when it is time to see a rare bird up close.
For photo lovers, it would be more satisfying if these beautiful moments were captured using a single-lens reflex camera (digital SLR or DSLR).
Using the right camera will deliver exceptional image quality with your most memorable wildlife adventures. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
Sebastian, a co-founder of the Asian Bird Fair (ABF), said most wildlife photographers favour the 100-400mm and 200-600mm, such as the Sony FE 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G, which is ideal for serious bird photographers.
It’s a super-telephoto lens with advanced features for high-performance shooting. It has the best example of Sony’s AF motor and image stabilization. It’s also excellent value for a super-telephoto lens from Sony’s G series.Ecomy chief executive officer Andrew Sebastian to TRP on the best camera and lens for bird watching.
Pulau Bangau (left) is formed of silt and sand carried down by Sungai Perak. (Pix: Fernando Fong)

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[Watch] Samurai Showdown: Road Rage Erupts At Kedah Petrol Station

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A video showing a fight between two road users at a petrol station in Kedah, at the  Gurun Rest and Service Area (RnR), had gone viral.

The incident reportedly began when one of the drivers honked his horn to reprimand another driver who was believed to be using a mobile phone while driving.
However, the man chased the individual’s vehicle to a petrol station.

The video, which is 31 seconds long, shows the man holding what appears to be a samurai sword while making threats and asking the driver who honked at him to apologize.
However, the driver defended his actions, saying, “It’s not only him who brought his boys; we also have children.”
Further details of the dispute between the two individuals remained unclear.
Attempt to Calm the Situation
Several public members can be seen trying to calm the two individuals involved in the dispute.
Meanwhile, the person who recorded the incident could be heard asking petrol station workers to contact the police following the altercation.
The incident serves as a reminder of the dangers of road rage and the importance of staying calm while driving.
It is unknown whether any charges have been filed concerning the incident.
Dulu ada org pernah kena tangkap dan dakwa sebab bawa parang dlm kenderaan. Walaupun dia sebenarnya nak pergi menebas Kat kebun. Inikan pulak pedang samurai. Memang patut lapor polis.— Judgy judy (@FrugalFliza) July 8, 2023
Is it Legal To Carry a Sword in Public in Malaysia?
Carrying swords in public places in Malaysia is illegal under the Corrosive and Explosive Substances and Offensive Weapons Act 1958.
It also includes firearms, sharp or pointed weapons, and corrosive or explosive substances.
Polis tahan 5 ahli kumpulan kongsi gelap, potong kek hari jadi guna pedang samurai https://t.co/8jgRWt90pG @PDRMsia pic.twitter.com/ARfVZbjKmW— BERNAMA (@bernamadotcom) August 15, 2021
The law was enacted to prevent violent crimes and ensure public safety.
Collectors of antique weapons may be allowed to possess them, but they must obtain a license from the authorities.

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Singapore Police Deny Chasing Away Malaysian Fishermen At Sea

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The Singapore Police Force (SPF) has denied allegations that Malaysian fishermen were chased away by the Police Coast Guard (PCG) for fishing in the country’s waters last Sunday (23 October).

SPF said the allegations were untrue as the incident occurred in Singapore’s territorial waters adjacent to Lim Chu Kang, an area in the northwestern part of the North Region of Singapore.
The SPF said last Sunday at approximately 4 pm, a PCG vessel was patrolling the republic’s waters before detecting a group of Malaysian fishing boats.

The fishing boats were seen entering and exiting the live-fire area of Lim Chu Kang.
PCG staff approached the Malaysian fishing boats and used its sound system to advise them to leave the area for safety.
No Untoward Incident
At around 5.30 pm, several Malaysian fishing boats approached the PCG vessel and its crew and were dissatisfied when asked to leave the area.
PCG personnel explained that unauthorized vessels are prohibited from entering the area and asked them to leave for safety.
After a verbal exchange, the fishing boats returned to Malaysian waters at around 5.37 pm.
It was reported that a group of 10 local fishermen accused Singapore authorities of chasing them away.
READ MORE: [Watch] Johor Fishermen Allegedly Chased Away By Singapore Coast Guard From Malaysian Waters
10 Nelayan Dakwa Dihalau Pihak Berkuasa Singapura https://t.co/kuhuw8kNni— Buletin TV3 (@BuletinTV3) October 24, 2022
When the alleged incident happened, the fishermen were setting up shrimp nets near the Second Link Bridge in the Pasir Laba area.
The Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) is investigating the incident.
Iskandar Puteri police chief, Assistant Commissioner Rahmat Ariffin, advised the public not to make any speculations that could disturb public peace.

Adding Fire To The Flame
The incident opened up old wounds for some netizens, notably over the perception that Singapore is far superior because it purportedly never shows favouritism to any race.
It also does not help that PCG personnel were accused of belittling the Malaysian fishermen during the incident, making derogatory remarks such as stupid and dumb.
“Melayu Bodoh”. Itu antara perkataan yang didakwa digunakan oleh pegawai penguatkuasa Singapura yang mencetuskan perang mulut di antara pasukan itu dan 10 nelayan tempatan, kelmarin.#Malaysia #Singapore #fisherman #berita #terkini pic.twitter.com/oKyHvjuKkw— Selangorians (@Selangorians1) October 25, 2022
Since the expulsion of Singapore from the Malaysian Federation in 1965, several other differences have developed between the two countries.
It included a dispute over water prices (under the 1961 and 1962 water agreements) and ownership of Pedra Branca, an island off the coast of Johor and at the eastern entrance of the Straits of Singapore.
After much legal battle, Singapore now owns Pedra Branca.
Malaysia was given the Middle Rocks, which consist of two clusters of small rocks about 250 metres (820 ft) apart.
The Middle Rocks are situated 0.6 nautical miles (1.1 km; 0.7 mi) south of Pedra Branca.
[Infographics] Pedra Branca : Singapore notified on discontinuance of proceedings by Malaysiahttps://t.co/UEoET2QKLE pic.twitter.com/7G8rPn9ZiN— BERNAMA (@bernamadotcom) May 30, 2018

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Teen picking up rubbish at Pavilion KL goes viral for PSA on public cleanliness

It’s no big secret that most Malaysians arenâ€™t too keen when it comes to public cleanliness.
Sure weâ€™d have a couple of the classic gotong royong sessions to spruce up the neighbourhood every now and then. But for the most part, weâ€™ve all been guilty of either turning a blind eye on the mess we see around us or the cause of the problem ourselves.

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Having enough of this il-litter-acy rate, a couple of homegrown gents took it upon themselves to clean up after an unconcerned society.

location @ pavilion, where are the manners yall pic.twitter.com/jwPJzdYAqh
â€” durk (@itsjustniel) July 27, 2019

Through a video posted on Twitter, user durk attempts to educate the public on proper public etiquette.
The 1-minute clip shows the cavalier cleaners picking up garbage littering the steps of the Pavilion mall in KL, while several onlookers oddly gawked by.

 (Image Credit: Screenshot via Twitter)

(Image Credit: Screenshot via Twitter)

After gaining their bounty of junk which consisted of scraps of paper and empty drinking containers, he effortlessly threw it all away in a garbage bin.
The video cuts away with the citizen watchdog reminding everyone to take better care for the planet.

â€œHumans need to clean the earth. NOW!â€
via Twitter
Posted on July 27, the stinging PSA had since received 400,000 views.
It wouldn’t hurt to slowly start picking up the garbage we see laying around us right?

via GIPHY
With the threat of the global climate crisis looming on, people from all over the world have already begun to realize the importance of keeping the Earth clean.
An online phenomenon called the “Trashtag Challenge” had even taken root to promote and educate the globe on the ongoing litter problem.
#trashtag has the simple premise of calling upon the public to clean up after any mess that they’d encounter and post “before and after” pictures of their work.

We punched 2000kg of #Trash off the turtle nesting beaches of @rmuofficial and Mighty beach front within four hours at #Trashtag 3 with @giz_ghana and Jamestown Gbek3bii
The Trash was segregated on the beach to recover plastics and other recycleables. #Bethechange #SDGs 🅿🥊 pic.twitter.com/RPuXNZpyfD
â€” #PLASTICPUNCH (@PlasticPunchGH) July 28, 2019

Many hands make light work!#TrashTag#PeopleAgainstPlastic#CleanCampus pic.twitter.com/DGuj3oFL8P
â€” People Against Plastic (@PeopleVPlastic1) July 26, 2019

Before and After  #trashtag #trashtagchallenge pic.twitter.com/dvAAsJpCc6
â€” Hiro Medan (@atsuhirotsunoda) July 31, 2019

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M’sia first in SEA to get new RM17 Netflix mobile plan

Good news for those who like to binge-watch movies and tv shows on Netflix on their mobile devices.
Malaysia is the first country in Southeast Asia where the media services provider has introduced its mobile-only plan for RM17/month!
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Thatâ€™s almost half of what you have to pay if you take the basic package where it is around RM33.
The plan will allow subscribers to access all of Netflixâ€™s content in Standard Definition, without any ads, on one mobile phone or tablet.
The only drawback of the plan is that you canâ€™t access your favourite shows on your computer and you canâ€™t watch it in High Definition or Ultra-HD like the more expensive plans allow you to (which includes the RM33 basic plan).

But you still get access to features such as Smart Downloads which you can download your programs via wifi and store them into your device.
This means that you can enjoy your favourite shows while commuting to work without hassle. (But no watching while driving ahh…)
Weâ€™re definitely excited about this as now we can enjoy our favourite movies and shows on our phones without spending a lot on the subscription service.
Maybe now you won’t need to get one of those fake RM10 accounts anymore to enjoy some Netflix.
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Property Agent Hires “Ghostbusters” To Certify Klang House Is Not Haunted

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Malaysian society is still a largely superstitious lot. While this trait may or may not save a lot of us from potential dangers, it gives property agents a headache.

This is why when a property agency had to sell an alleged “haunted” house, they had to take extra steps to assure potential customers.
The KL Selangor Lelong Properties Facebook page recently shared they had hired a paranormal research team to investigate whether there’s a haunting at a property in Klang.
It was alleged that the previous owner of the property committed suicide.

In the statement allegedly made by the paranormal research team, they “certified” that the house has no “major signs of ghostly activities at the time of observation (30/05/2023 21.00-24.00).”
The team also explained the flickering lights might be due to faulty cables while the doors opening and closing may be due to the wind.
As for the eerie sounds heard, it might be due to wild animals in the area.
The team added that further investigations would require a small laboratory to be set up at the location for 15 days.
The house allegedly has a market value of RM2.4 million but it’s auctioned for RM1.4 million. The property is also in a gated community and residents have access to the clubhouse facilities.
READ MORE: 5 Haunted Properties That Could Be Worth Tons Of Money

Netizens suggest improvements to the investigation
Netizens were amused by the statement which bore two Ghostbusters logos from the films.
A netizen jokingly thanked the team for sharing that there were no “major ghostly activities,” but did not rule out “minor ghostly activities.”
Meanwhile, netizens suggested the research team observe the haunting for a longer period until 3am. One of them said the timing is when negative energy is the strongest according to Chinese beliefs.
Another person chimed in to say the observation should be extended for 15 nights and not 15 days.
Aside from giving suggestions to the paranormal research team, some netizens didn’t mind having an extra companion in the large home.
READ MORE: UITM Terengganu’s Weekly ‘Supernatural’ Webinar Had Netizens Spooked
READ MORE: Is Amber Court Haunted? Or Is It More Than Meets The Eye?
READ MORE: Tourists In Melaka Want Refunds For Spooky Encounters In Hotels, Exco Thinks Some Claims Might Be Made Up

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Begpackers Are Back, One Couple Spotted In Bukit Bintang

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‘Begpackers’, a combination of the words, begging and backpacking is an apparent problem here in Southeast Asia, especially Malaysia.

We’ve seen plenty of ‘world travellers’ (primarily Caucasian) coming to Malaysia to travel and then resort to begging from locals when they run out of money. With pristine and good-looking apparel, they ask for money to fund their dreams of travelling ‘around the world’.
Compare that with our own underprivileged folk begging on the street just for a bite to eat.
Couple Begging For Return Ticket
Recently, Malaysians spotted a Caucasian couple sitting on the streets of Bukit Bintang asking for money.
Twitter user Mischa Selamat posted a picture and video of the couple sitting in front of the Public Bank next to the Grand Millenium Hotel Bukit Bintang begging for money two days ago. The user, @Michellelanious, asked the public on whether the matter should be reported to DBKL or Immigration.
Ni patut report PDRM ka, DBKL? Atau Imigresen? pic.twitter.com/mR2JEbEtZI— 🏴Mi$¢ha $elamat🏴 #REVOLUSIS (@Michellelanious) January 31, 2023
In the picture, the note beside the piggy bank reads “Food & Return ticket” in Malay.
Many commented on the tweet and expressed their hatred towards these tourists that take advantage of our kindness.

Many believe that if they wanted to travel around the world, they should’ve planned their financials earlier before travelling.
Even if they are in great need of food or accommodation, their best action is to go to their embassy, not beg on the streets.

One user even pointed out that if Malaysians were the ones doing this in other Western countries, we would be arrested.

Mischa said the matter was reported to immigration and DBKL.
However, there are also some other people who think that they should be given mercy and that what they’re doing is not even illegal.

Is it a crime to beg in Malaysia?
According to one commenter, he stated that begging or vagrant is in fact a crime in Malaysia and he even stated which section to refer to.
Kesalahan bawah Seksyen 27(c), Akta 336, Seksyen 268, Kanun Keseksaan, Seksyen 8(3)(c) Akta Imigresen. Begging/vagrant is a crime.— Ahmad Ebak Malik (@mal_ae) February 1, 2023
In that particular section, it talks about begging in a public place.
According to Section 27(C) of the Minor Offenses Act 1955, anyone found begging in a public place when he or she is capable of earning a living can be fined up to RM100 or imprisoned.
There was a case a few years ago in 2016 where a Myanmar woman, mother of six children was fined RM100 for begging in public at Ampang Point.
They’ve been there awhile
A few weeks ago, another Twitter user also shared the same couple begging for money at the same spot.
Nature is healing. The begpackers are back 💕📍Bukit Bintang pic.twitter.com/IDVrapEQOK— DuckyMomoStanAcc (@HolyCannoli09) January 17, 2023
In fact, a lot of people recognize this couple. That time, the note beside the piggy bank also reads “Need money for food and return ticket”.

Last year, a local influencer who was an ex-lawyer, Reina Lum, also mentioned this issue in her video, explaining why this is a problem in Malaysia.
  @reinalum #stitch with @olalala9099 Org Msia ni mmg terlalu baik spi mkn diri 😅 #viralmalaysia #fypmalaysia #tiktokmalaysia #begpacker #whiteprivilege #traveltiktok #tourismindustry ♬ original sound  – Reina Lum
Her video explained the comparison between us Malaysians going to their countries with exceptionally tough rules to even enter their land with sufficient funds and them travelling to our country effortlessly.
She pointed out that this situation is not fair and the begpackers are taking advantage of our local’s kindness.

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Long Tiger Finally Caught In Kedah, Now Under Police Remand

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After being on the run for weeks, the police have nabbed Abdul Hamim Ab. Hamid or better known as ‘Long Tiger’.

He was hunted by the police for managing to escape from Tangkak Magistrate’s Court lockup in Johor through the main gate of the court on 15 December at 11.55 am before the trial began.
Long Tiger under remand
The 32-year-old Rohingya man was brought to court along with three other suspects – aged 36, 38, and 46 who are believed to be involved in providing protection to Long Tiger.
The four of them are now remanded for four days starting today until 1 January, based on reports from Utusan.
A week after his escape, on December 22, a local couple aged 41 and 43 were arrested by the police for connections related to Long Tiger.
Meanwhile, two of the four policemen who were directly involved in the negligence aspect that allowed Long Tiger to escape, are now under suspension until the end of the appeal process before further action is taken.
Finally arrested by the police
According to reports, after 13 days in hiding – ‘Long Tiger’ was finally arrested by the police yesterday (28 December).
It is understood that the suspect was arrested during a special operation conducted by the police in Kuala Ketil, Sungai Petani, Kedah.
A Bukit Aman police team and the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of the Johor Contingent Police Headquarters who conducted intelligence received information that Long Tiger was hiding in a house.
Prior to his arrest at about 3 pm, the suspect tried to escape authorities by climbing the roof but slipped and he fell on the kitchen floor.
Acting on the information, a police team rushed to the house but the occupants refused to open the door and at that time Long Tiger was seen climbing the roof to escape. Policemen had to break down the door and ordered Long Tiger to come down from the roof but he slipped and fell.Johor Police Chief Datuk Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay
Reports from MalaysiaKini state that he was put on trial for rape, criminal intimidation, and wrongful confinement of a former worker.
Patut ramai special force belah utara. Rupanya long tiger cuba lari ikut utara Malaysia ke Thailand tetapi gagal.  Syabas @PDRMsia pic.twitter.com/xjbRkI0ZZU— Mika 🕊 (@syamiralifff) December 28, 2021

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(Watch) Wee Criticises Food For Flood Victims

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Flash floods hit many states in our country and the wellbeing of the victims is a big responsibility on the shoulders of those in power.

Wee Ka Siong who is the Ayer Hitam MP posted a video on his social media pages about the quality of food given to the flood victims in his constituency.
Wee recorded the video at Sekolah Agama Taman Kota, Yong Peng when he went to visit the 105 families taking shelter there.
In the video, Wee remarked that the people in his constituency were better off cooking for themselves in a “rewang” or gotong-royong manner with the supplies that are already available.
According to Wee, the breakfast arrived at 11am while the lunch was distributed at about 2pm.
In the video Wee also stated that the people in his constituency were able to cook for themselves with the supplies that he has prepared for them.
Jika kontraktor penyedia makanan tidak mampu memikul amanah ini, lebih baik diberikan kepada JPKK setempat. Biarlah mereka bergotong royong memasak dengan menggunakan barangan keperluan yang telah pun saya sediakan untuk kegunaan penduduk.#WeeCare— Dr Wee Ka Siong 魏家祥 (@weekasiongmp) March 5, 2023
He also urged the government to take the matter seriously and provide food with better quality for the flood victims as there were 22 evacuation centres sheltering some 5,000 victims in his constituency alone.
He added that it was also important for the food to be delivered on time as there were people who needed to eat on time due to their health reasons.
Wee claimed that there were people who suffered from gastric pains due to eating late.

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Can’t Find Paracetamol In Stores? There Are Alternatives But Take Them With Caution

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Paracetamol, a drug commonly used to relieve headaches and fever, is reportedly in short supply nationwide.

Malaysians have reported finding it tough to find the drug, including those from a leading trademark, in pharmacies and convenience stores.
According to New Straits Times, the shortage is believed to be caused by more people buying up the drugs to reduce side effects such as fever, joint pain and headaches from vaccinations.
Malaysian Pharmaceutical Society (MPS) president Amrahi Buang confirmed the drug shortage in other states, including the capital too.
I got information from my peers all over the country. This shortage has been going on for several months, and maybe it is happening at the manufacturing or distribution level. Because manufacturing depends on the ingredients or the packaging or logistics, this will affect the availability of stock across the country.Malaysian Pharmaceutical Society (MPS) president Amrahi Buang.
If you find yourself urgently needing paracetamol to relieve fever, you can try asking the pharmacists if they have antipyretic (fever-reducing) alternatives such as ibuprofen and aspirin.
However, ibuprofen and aspirin need to be used with caution because they can worsen asthma for some asthmatic people. These two drugs can also cause gastric if taken without food or for those with a sensitive stomach.
Children under the age of 16 are also not recommended to take aspirin unless it’s prescribed by a doctor.
Bottom line, it’s important to always check with your doctor before purchasing any medicinal drugs in order to make sure you’re consuming the proper medication.
If all else fails, a patch like Koolfever might temporarily help and it’s a safer alternative when used correctly.

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Kind Hearted Team Of Vets In Sungai Buloh Help Stray Dog With Gaping Hole In Face Get Better

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Life as a stray is always hard.

Malaysia has many strays, be it dogs or cats, that strive to survive in harsh conditions.
An Instagram reel shared by Zul Erwancat Veterinary Clinic in Sungai Buloh yesterday narrated the story of a stray dog who used to frequent the clinic. The dog had been missing for quite some time but later returned with a gaping hole on one side of its face.
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This dog usually comes to us in the evenings for food. But one day, after disappearing for a long time, he appeared at our doorstep in a terrible condition. We had to attempt to calm him down because before this he was not so approachable.Zul Erwancat Veterinary Clinic
The team, led by Dr Zul Erwan and Dr Rabbani and assisted by the clinic’s staff members were seen feeding and attempting to “make friends” with the dog before they sedated it for surgery to fix the hole in its face.
After surgery, the video shows that the dog’s face had returned to some semblance of normalcy with no more hole in sight.
At the end of the video, the caption read:
Alhamdulillah, everything worked out well. We hope there will soon be measures and steps taken to protect stray dogs in Malaysia.Zul Erwancat Veterinary Clinic
While the video was touching, it also shares the horrors that most strays have to face including during festive seasons.
While it is unclear how the dog outside Zul Erwancat’s Veterinary Clinic sustained the hole in its face, there’s another similar rescue story of a dog which was believed to have been injured by firecrackers.
A few days ago, Instagram user @shimaaris posted an update on a stray that had been stuck in what seemed like the bank of a river or a drain.
The dog too had a gaping hole on the top of its head that looked infested with maggots.
Shima and her team rescued the dog, naming it Miracle for surviving the hardships that it had gone through.
In a series of Instagram stories, Shima related that it seemed like the dog had been injured due to firecrackers or someone had poured acid on its face.
How are dogs so strong? Witnesses said most probably someone threw acid or fireworks on this poor girl. She hid. Ran away. Could have happened five days ago?Shima Aris
Updates from Shima show that Miracle is making a recovery, however not all strays are as lucky.
Hence, if you see a stray, the least you can do is be kind to them.
Kindness goes a long way afterall.

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Malaysians Online Blast Alleged Promotion Of Sugar Baby Lifestyle To College Students, Calling It Dangerous & Unethical

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You may have recently seen an infographic released by local sugar dating platform showing the Top 10 Sugar Baby Universities in Malaysia, giving off the impression that plenty of college-aged girls are choosing to be sugar babies.

(Credit: Sugarbook)
Additionally, the infographic suggests that, on average, a sugar daddy is 35 years old earning RM150,000 and they are willing to give RM2,500 allowances to a sugar baby aged 23.
READ MORE: Malaysia Has 42,500 “Sugar Daddies” Says Seeking Arrangement
The infographic went so viral that the CEO of Sunway University (which was alleged to have the highest number of sugar babies) released a public statement condemning the report.

Growing concerns
While most people have gleefully been sharing the infographic and joked about a sugar baby being able to earn more for seemingly not much effort, this Reddit thread raised questions about the ethical implications of the infographic and Sugar Dating as a whole.
Reddit user and moderator of the Malaysian subreddit u/dcx raised concerns over the “vile PR attempts” used by local sugar dating platforms to lure college girls into selling their bodies by showing rose-tinted data.
In fact, they argue that the infographic is not only unverifiable as it was produced by a sugar dating platform with vested business interest, but it is also misleading, as the RM2,500 allowance for sugar babies is the figure that is asked for, not received.
READ MORE: Is A Sugar Baby Really A Prostitute? We Find Out
The dark reality of the Sugar Baby experience
On the post, Redditors were quick to share their experiences as, or with, sugar babies, with most of them revealing the unspoken darker side of the job.
A college counsellor claims that being a sugar baby is extremely damaging to the girls. They state that the job is anything but glamourous, and sugar babies commonly struggle with shame, self-esteem problems, self-loathing, eating disorders, and more.
They also note that a majority of the relationships can be abusive.
When you are merely a commodity to them – they are more than ready to remind you this – don’t expect them to treat you with respect and dignity. It’s never an equal relationship .You’ll have to accept whatever thrown to you, – just as you accept the gifts freely. Physical abuse, mental emotional abuse, sexual abuse is not uncommon. So is abortion.u/snel_ on Reddit
Even though sugar-relationships claim that sex is not a requirement, it’s more of an expectation.(Credit: Envato)
Another Reddit user also notes that they are good friends with some girls who are sugar babies and are somewhat privy to their lifestyle.
They laid bare the truth of the good and the bad – from the initial investments to look high-profile and glamourous, the possibility of securing a marriage with a rich, highly-ranked person, to potential abuse.
In no way, am condoning sex work! I truly respect anyone that has to make a living, the way they have to or by choice, as long as it doesn’t hurt anyone and with full consent. But go into anything with eyes wide open and sex is always on the table.u/AWitchonthisEarth on Reddit
The fallout
While the discussion revolves around the sugar baby’s self-esteem issues, sex work (and related escort-work) has been proven to negatively impact girls on a deeply personal level.
Most women (78%) reported that, overall, sex work affected their personal romantic relationships in predominantly negative ways, mainly relating to issues stemming from lying, trust, guilt and jealousy. Only a small percentage reported positive effects such as increased sexual self-esteem and confidence.
Whether or not this whole incident would increase interest in sugaring or raise awareness of the pitfalls of the job still remains to be seen.

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“Cow, Chicken or Swine?” Covid-Positive Workers Shipped In Lorry Outrage Malaysians

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Police are investigating the management of a local chicken processing plant in Kedah for arranging a lorry to ferry 135 of its foreign workers who were positive with Covid-19 back and forth from the factory’s employee lodging to the District Health Centre (PKD) in Kuala Muda.

Malaysians had earlier caught sight of the lorry on the road with its human cargo – 48 men huddled together for the ride in the back of the vehicle and wearing the signature pink Covid-19 quarantine wristbands.
The issue was brought to light by Sungai Petani UMNO Division Chief Datuk Shahanim Mohammad Yusoff who witnessed the incident first-hand.
“Profits are prioritized, people’s lives are second,” wrote Shahanim on Facebook, upset by how human beings were treated like animals.
The truth is, everyone is saddened by the way employers treat their employees. I was touched watching them in the lorry. Usually, these kinds of lorries are used to ship cattle, poultry or swine.Sungai Petani UMNO Division Chief Datuk Shahanim Mohammad Yusoff via Facebook.

According to police statements, the Kuala Muda PKD had ordered the workers to drop by for questioning and to issue the quarantine wristbands when outbreaks were found at the factory.
Police said that the lorry made three separate trips with workers in tow, before they were pulled over.
The lorry driver was subsequently compounded for misusing the vehicle’s Motor Vehicle Licence, for obvious reasons. The employers on the other hand will be investigated under the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases Act and the Penal Code.

Sentiments online show Malaysia’s outrage over the turn of events and embarrassment over our treatment of foreigners.
Bayangkan kalau bangsa kita yang memburuh di negeri orang, legal mahupun illegal, dilayan macam ini – apa respon kita? Malaysia, we are better than this. pic.twitter.com/GAc1tSYPf0— Adam Adli (@AdamAdli) June 13, 2021
Inhumane treatment of migrants and refugees will get us nowhere.When migrant workers in the country are also vaccinated, there's less risk of infection for us Msians.We are safe only when everyone is safe. Being kinder to migrants and refugees is being kind to ourselves. https://t.co/2lSYHa4SnS— Liew Chin Tong (@LiewChinTong) June 14, 2021

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[Watch] Hilux Crashed Into Car And Kajang Shoplot After Driver Faints Behind Wheel

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On Wednesday (27 October), a driver in a Toyota Hilux rammed into a Perodua Alza before crashing into a shop lot in Taman Jenaris, Kajang.

Based on news reports, the driver fainted due to an empty stomach and crashed into the Alza.
In the video, two men tried to open the front passenger door and one of them even hit the windows in hopes to wake him up. The Hilux was also spewing smoke after the crash.
However, the driver got startled when he woke up and accidentally drove the car into the shop lot on the other side of the road.
According to Kajang Regional Police Chief, Assistant Commissioner Mohd Zaid Hassan, the 39-year-old man who drove the Hilux came from the direction of Giant Prima Saujana towards Kajang town.
“As soon as he arrived at the location, the vehicle entered the opposite lane and collided with a Perodua Alza car coming from the opposite direction, causing it to slide to the right and hit a sales stall in front of the shophouse,” he said.
“Following the incident, the Perodua Alza suffered damage in several parts including the front and bumper. However, the 37-year-old driver was not injured.”

The urine test result showed that the driver was not under the influence of alcohol nor drugs.
The case is currently investigated under Rule 10 of the Road Traffic Rules 1959 (Rule 10 LN 166/59).
Everyone is reminded not to drive on an empty stomach in case of fainting behind the wheel.

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Cameron Highlands Veges Still On The Vine Pending B&W Of EMCO SOP

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Agricultural activities in Kampung Raja are still in limbo pending the latest Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) after it was placed under an Enhanced Movement Control Order (EMCO) from June 14 to June 27.

According to local sources, transportation for agricultural purposes was only allowed temporarily from Wednesday evening to Thursday morning pending the latest SOP.
Produce from Cameron Highlands being packed for transportation to the markets. (Fernando Fong/TRP)
This comes after Transport Minister Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong announced on Wednesday that workers could resume their agricultural activities in EMCO areas.
Wee said they could tend to the farms and transport the crops to ensure the market has enough vegetables.
“According to our guidelines, essential services should not be stopped, and we reaffirm that agricultural activities, even in EMCO areas, must be allowed,” the MCA president was quoted as saying by The Star.
However, an updated SOP in black and white is needed to confirm that agricultural activities in Kampung Raja will be allowed. This updated SOP is yet to be announced as of Thursday.
Kampung Raja is an important centre for distributing and transporting vegetables to the rest of Malaysia and Singapore.
A worker tending to a farm in Cameron Highlands. (Fernando Fong/TRP)
Following the EMCO, authorities closed off all the roads, and vegetable prices spiked by around 40 percent.
In response, authorities reopened the Simpang Pulai-Lojing route for agricultural transportation to prevent crops from going to waste and ease the pressure on vegetable prices.
Meanwhile, Tanah Rata assemblyman Chiong Yoke Kong said it was overkill to stop all farming activities in the first place.
He took to task the local Disaster Operations Control Centre (PKOB), headed by the District Officer, and the Agriculture and Food Industry Ministry (MAFI).
Vegetables loaded onto trucks for outbound journeys from Cameron Highlands. (Fernando Fong/TRP)
“They should understand the implication of halting the farming activities as they have the science and data,” he said.
“Because they were slow to react, precious time is wasted (while waiting for the updated SOP).”
Five areas, namely Sungai Ikan, Blue Valley, Taman Matahari Cerah, Taman Desa Corina and Kampung Baru in Kampung Raja, were placed under EMCO.
Chiong said the COVID-19 cluster which triggered this was from Sungai Ikan and Kampung Raja.
“The authorities should consider allowing farming activities in other areas which were not affected by the COVID-19 cluster,” said the DAP lawmaker.
Workers preparing to pack celeries for distribution from Cameron Highlands to the markets. (Fernando Fong/TRP)

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Mother Charged With Sexual Assault Of Two Sons And Directing Child Porn

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On 2 May, an unemployed woman was arrested at her home in Puncak Alam, Kuala Selangor, for exploiting her two teenage sons sexually after police received a report lodged by the Social Welfare Department (JKM).

According to Sinar Harian, JKM came to know about the incident through a video from an unknown individual.
The 33-year-old mother allegedly committed the sexual assaults on her 14-year-old and 12-year-old sons last year. The incident is said to have taken place in an apartment in Alam Perdana, Puncak Alam, around 8pm in November 2022.
She also directed a child porn video in a hotel in Taman Sri Pristana, Sungai Buloh, around 2am on 17 and 18 February 2022.
The woman, who has five children, pleaded not guilty today at the Sessions Court for three charges of committing physical sexual assault on her two sons.
She was charged under Sections 14(a) and 14(b) of the Sexual Offences Against Children Act 2017, which carries a maximum jail term of 20 years and whipping if convicted.
She was also charged under Section 5 of the same Act for directing the making of child pornography at the hotel. Upon conviction, it carries a maximum 30-year jail sentence and whipping of not less than six times.
Judge Syafeera Mohd Said did not allow bail for the woman, who was not represented, due to her familial ties to the victims, and set 26 June for mention.
Meanwhile, the woman’s acquaintance, a 22-year-old man who works as a car repossessor, was charged with committing physical sexual assault on a 15-year-old girl at the same hotel in Sungai Buloh on the same date.
He was allowed RM15,000 bail with one surety and a monthly report at the nearest police station as he needs to support his wife, who’s a housewife and is pregnant with their second child.
He was also ordered to stay away from the victims, their families and the witnesses. The court set 14 June for his case mention.

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Dr M says videos nowadays can be faked. We might one day see one of him

Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad has ridiculed those who pay too much attention to scandalous videos.

“You percaya? Takkan la bodoh sampai macam tu.
“Nowadays, you can produce all kinds of pictures if you are clever enough.
“One day, you may see my picture like that. It will be very funny.”
 Malaysian Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad

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At the same time, he condemned such practices calling the move dirty politics and urged Malaysian politicians to keep their campaigns above the belt.

“This is cooked up by someone who has a political agenda. That is all.
“Iâ€™d say it is dirty politics. If you cannot win against somebody, donâ€™t do these dirty things. Keep politics a little bit cleaner.”
 Malaysian Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad
He also questioned the motive of a young man who admitted to being in a scandalous video.
(Picture credit: Malay Mail)

“The boy who admitted, it was deliberate. If not, he would not have admitted. Normally, the person who does it will be embarrassed.
“But this person isnâ€™t embarrassed and said: â€˜I did that.â€™ What is his intention?”
  Malaysian Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad

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Dr Mahathir was speaking to reporters after attending a Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia fund raising event at Setia City Convention Centre, yesterday.
Weâ€™d like to remind our readers that Malaysia Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has previously warned the public not to upload or share pornographic content on the Internet.
According to Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998, those found guilty could face one-year jailtime, a fine of up to RM50,000, or both.


Sex Event In JB? Social Media Account Now Missing But JAINJ Ordered To Investigate

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Johor Islamic Religious Affairs Committee Chairman Mohd Fared Mohd Khalid issued a warning against those organising immoral activities in the state.

Taking to Facebook, he shared a poster of an event called ‘Gang Bang JB Party’ in Johor Bahru. According to the poster, this event is scheduled for 20 June from 4pm to 9pm.
There was also another screenshot of what looked like the person who shared the event, replying to queries on Twitter.
However, checks by The Rakyat Post found that the account in question no longer exists.
“Do not attempt to behave badly in Johor… asking people to openly commit vice and immoral activities,” Mohd Fared said.
He informed that he had instructed the state Islamic Religious Department (JAINJ) to investigate and take immediate action.
In the event poster, it stated there were some “special rules” for participants, including for the men to bring their own set of condoms as the organisers would not know their “size”.
The men were also advised to bring their own towels as a pre-event shower was a must.
While the event welcomed all races, they said men with long beard were not allowed.
Those interested were asked to email their particulars and photo to the organiser.
The event also welcomed “watchers” but they must also email their particulars.

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Free RM50 ePenjana Credit Can Be Claimed From 31 July Onwards

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The RM50 e-wallet credit announced by Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin in the Short-term Economic Recovery Plan (PENJANA) can be claimed from 31 July onwards.

Who said what: Finance Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz released a statement announcing that each eligible applicant will receive RM50 ePENJANA credits beginning Friday, 31 July until 24 September.
What you need to know:  The credit can be claimed via three e-wallet providers – Boost, GrabPay and Touch ‘n Go eWallet. Applicants need to download either one of the three e-Wallets and the MySejahtera app as well. Once claimed, the credits must be spent by 30 September.
Only Malaysians over 18 years old with annual income below RM100,000 can claim the RM50 ePenjana credit.
Read more:
MoF launches RM750 mln ePENJANA credit programme (Bernama)
PENJANA: E-Wallet, Free Internet, Online Shopping & More (TRP)
Redeem Your RM50 ePenjana Credit By Downloading MySejahtera App (TRP)

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Forgotten Frontliners Demand Equal Treatment From Malaysian Government

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A group calling themselves the “forgotten frontliners” are demanding equal treatment from the government and be recognised for their essential service during the Covid-19 pandemic.

The Jaringan Pekerja Kontrak Kerajaan (JPKK), a coalition of contract labourers working as support staff, cleaners, gardeners and security guards at public institutions urged the government to absorb them directly into public service and put an end to the current system of hiring them through third party companies.
JPKK representatives submitting a memorandum to the Health Ministry (MOH)(Jaringan Pekerja Kontrak Kerajaan – JPKK/Facebook)
The group said that the contract system was exploitive and deprived them of their rights and benefits. They claim that employers were not only illegally cutting their salaries but also stealing their Employees Provident Fund (EPF) and Social Security Organisation (Socso) contributions, besides cutting corners and ignoring Covid-19 guidelines.
JPKK also pointed out that because they are not considered as frontline workers during the pandemic, none of them are entitled to receive hazard pay or aid provided by the government.
If doctors are frontliners, the armed forces are frontliners, police are frontliners, RELA are frontliners, (but) the staff who clean hospital wards where Covid-19 patients are being treated are not considered frontliners. Is this logical?Kesatuan Pekerja Swasta Hospital Kerajaan (PHSK) Communications Officer V. Selvam via Facebook.
If you’d like to know more about their cause, check out JPKK’s online petition, HERE.
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The Covid-19 pandemic has brought into focus how blue-collar workers in Malaysia are being grossly mistreated.
In June, a group of cleaners who protested for their rights by organising a peaceful demonstration outside a hospital in Ipoh were arrested and sent to jail.
READ MORE: Makcik Hospital Cleaner Tearfully Asks “Why Can’t People Like Us Get A Raise?”
(KesatuanPSHK/Twitter)
More recently, the government also revealed concerns regarding Covid-19 outbreaks among the deplorable living conditions provided by employers to foreign workers.
READ MORE: More Than 90% Of Foreign Workers in Malaysia Live In Squalid Conditions

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Menuntut kerja tetap bagi pekerja kontrak Kerajaan! #KitaJugaFrontliner
Workers on frontlines want an end to contract system, urge govt to reabsorb them
Makcik Hospital Cleaner Tearfully Asks “Why Can’t People Like Us Get A Raise?”
More Than 90% Of Foreign Workers in Malaysia Live In Squalid Conditions


Dark Patches On Your Neck? It’s NOT Dirt, Urges Malaysian Doctor

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Have you ever come across dark patches of skin at the back of your or your relative’s neck?

That’s probably not just regular dirt that you can get washed off with soap or persistent scrubbing, that might be what they call ‘Acanthosis Nigricans’, which is an early symptom of diabetes.
Recently, a Twitter user who’s also a medical doctor with the username @fiezanizmohamed has shared the info with the public about those dark patches.
“Try looking out for the dark patches like these on the back of the necks of your children, siblings, or friends. This isn’t a mere accumulation of dead skin cells, this is acanthosis nigricans, one of the early signs of getting diabetes!” tweeted Dr. Hafizah.
She further explained that this can’t simply be scrubbed off and to check the blood sugar levels in your body.
What is Acanthosis Nigricans?
Acanthosis nigricans is a skin condition characterized by areas of dark, thick, velvety discoloration in body folds and creases such as your neck, armpits, and groin area.
These skin changes usually happen to people who are obese or have diabetes.
Children who have this skin condition, especially if they’re obese, are more prone to develop type 2 diabetes (diabetes caused by dietary causes, not hereditary).
Also a member of #medtweetMY, a group of medical doctors sharing useful health and medical advice on Twitter, Dr.HafizahMH further clarified the details of Acanthosis Nigricans to netizens commenting on her thread.
The dark patches associated with this condition are usually ‘velvety’ and have hairy features. They will not disappear even with rigorous scrubbing. Hence, marks could also be present.
Apart from the back of the neck, it can also show symptoms on the armpits.
Moreover, Acanthosis shouldn’t be itchy. If it starts off being itchy and leaves bruises on your skin, that might be eczema, not the said condition.
One curious Twitter user asked, “How to get our own blood sugar level reading? Do we have to go to the clinic too?”
Some netizens replied to her aid explaining that you can get the machine at pharmacies or you can just go to pharmacies and ask them for a blood sugar test, in which they will charge you a certain amount.

One Dark Neck, Many Possible Causes
Another concerned netizen added that the picture Dr. Hafizah shared also could be caused by a different condition called ‘Terra Firma-Forme Dermatosis’ (TFFD).
It is a benign skin condition that presents itself with brown to black plaques, similar to dirty skin. If the condition is confirmed to be TFFD, gentle swabbing with 70% isopropyl alcohol can solve the problem.
She further attached a journal article on TFFD for any further clarifications for interested netizens.
Credit: @fiezanizmohamed / Twitter
Read more on her tweet here.

Perhatikan tanda hitam di leher pada anak, adik beradik, rakan2. Ini bukan daki, ini adalah acanthosis nigricans, salah satu tanda2 awal risiko untuk mendapat kencing manis, diabetes!Rawatan bukan tonyoh2 je, pastikan cek paras gula dalam badan ya!#MTMdiabetes#seharisatuinfo pic.twitter.com/xoa2E7hrta— Dr.HafizahMH (@fiezanizmohamed) November 28, 2021

Hence people, do take note of the changes in your children’s skins or yours, especially if the changes appear suddenly.
For further detail and confirmation, do consult with your nearest general practitioner.
You can get more credible information such as the diagnosis, causes, symptoms, and treatment with a check-up.

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“Saying Only A Handful Greatly Downplays The Problem” Hartal Doktor Kontrak Slams MMA For Undermining Bully Issue

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The Hartal Doktor Kontrak (HDK) express disappointment over the Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) statement’s claiming that there were only a few cases of serious bullying involving junior doctors.

This, according to the group representative, shows that MMA was out of touch with reality.
HDK spokesperson, who wished to be known only as Dr Syed, said that it was perplexing why MMA would mention only “severe cases”, questioning whether it is permissible to abuse junior doctors as long as it wasn’t done severely.
“What about the not-so-severe cases? Does the health ministry allow mild to moderate bullying of house officers? If so, what are the cut-off points that separate mild, moderate and severe cases of bullying?
“Saying only a handful are bullied greatly downplays the problem and invalidates other people’s trauma. For example, within this week, we had four reports of sexual abuse and assault by the infamous Dr S and accounts of abuse posted on Twitter,” he was quoted as saying by Free Malaysia Today.
He was commenting on MMA president Dr Koh Kar Chai’s statement claiming that there are only a handful of serious bullying cases experienced by housemen and trainee doctors in the country.
He states that the recent reports on bullying cases have “misconstrued the reality of the situation”, adding that “harsh words” from seniors against juniors were expected during training, due to the stressful nature of the job and to ensure competency among the trainee doctors.
READ MORE: Over 120 Complaints About Workplace Bullying Lodged By Housemen And Senior Doctors, Says MMA
Dr Koh also appeared to fault the media for fanning the issue, claiming that media outfits had been reporting on the same cases of bullying as they are only a handful of severe cases that would catch the public’s attention.
In his response, Dr Syed said that MMA’s stand on the issue showed that it viewed the abuse suffered by trainee doctors to be non-existent which would only expose the junior doctors to more abusive acts.
He also said that those who lodge reports against their bullies will be mocked and branded as ‘kaki report’, adding that investigation on bully cases should be carried out by an independent committee to safeguard the whistleblower’s identity.
On 17 April, a medical houseman, who had just begun his houseman-ship at the Penang Hospital died after falling from a building along Jalan Datuk Keramat. He had been stationed at the Penang Hospital since 4 April.
READ MORE: Houseman Died In Just 3 Weeks Of Starting Work, Raises Questions About Work Conditions In Penang Hospital
Two years ago, another doctor died soon after resigning from the same hospital.
Several former and current housemen at the Penang Hospital had also spoken about the toxic work conditions there.
READ MORE: KKM To Form Task Force To Investigate Workplace Bullying Among Doctors

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SOP Adjustments For Phase 1, 2, 3, 4 Of The National Recovery Plan

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Senior Minister (Security cluster), Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob in his briefing yesterday (27 June) clarifies the standard operating procedures (SOPs) for phase 1, 2, 3, and 4 of the Movement Control Order under the National Recovery Plan (PPN).

Here is what he said in a simple list form:
Phase 1 (where we are right now)
Extended hours
6 am to 10pm for: Restaurants.Eateries.Food stalls.Food trucks.Roadside hawkers.Food courts.Food kiosks.
Phase 2
Credit: Sayuti Zainudin/Malay Mail
Allowed
Interstate and interdistrict travel will still not be allowed.Except for school teachers and exam-year students.Interstate travel for long-distance couples is allowed: Special and emergency cases onlySubject to approval from the Royal Malaysia PoliceManufacturing sector allowed (From 8 am to 8 pm only):Automotive (vehicles and components).Ceramics.Furniture factories for export purposes.Rubber.Steel.Metal.Cement.Distributive trade sector allowed (From 8 am to 8 pm only):Books and stationery.Computer and telecommunications.Electric products.Car washes.Hairdressers (basic haircuts only).All individual and non-physical contact sports and recreational activities are allowed.
    Extended Hours
Farmers’ markets and morning markets (7 am to 11 am). Limited to:VegetablesFruitsGroceriesProcessed chickenSeafoodMeat
    Not allowed
Weekend markets and night markets are not allowed.
Phase 3
Credit: Tourism Selangor
    Allowed
All economic activities are allowed to operate except:High-risk activitiesThose listed in the negative list:Spas.Beauty and health (pedicure and manicure) centres.Pubs. Nightclubs.Interdistrict travel is allowed.Dining in at restaurants is allowed: Two people per table with physical distancing. Markets are allowed:Night markets.Farmers’ markets.Weekend markets.Beauty salons are allowed to open:Strict compliance with the SOPs.Tourism activities are allowed:Within the state only.Attractions subject to current risk assessments and strict SOPs.Creative industry is allowed:Live events without an audience.
    Increased capacity
Three people, including the driver and for: Public transport:Taxis. e-Hailing services.Private vehicles.
    Not allowed
Interstate travel is not allowed.Social activities are not allowed.Except receiving guests or visitors at home (limited to 10).
Phase 4
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Return to normal.All sectors open.Subject to SOPs.
READ MORE: MKN’s Official Total Lockdown MCO SOP Effective 1 June 2021 (In English)
READ MORE: MCO 3.0 Extended For Another 2 Weeks, Ends On 28 June, Says Ismail Sabri
READ MORE: There Are 4 Phases Planned For The Country To Recover From Covid-19
READ MORE: Malaysia Could Enter Phase 2 By Mid-July
READ MORE: MCO To Continue According To Recovery Plan

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Wanting A Fresh Start, Adib’s Family Withdraws Legal Action against Ex-AG & AGC

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The family of the late firefighter Muhammad Adib Mohd Kassim has decided not to continue legal action and commit former attorney-general Tan Sri Tommy Thomas for contempt of the court.

The family also decided to drop their legal action against the Attorney-General Chambers, reported Berita Harian.
In a statement issued today, Law firm Messrs Mohd Zubir Embong and Associates, who represented Adib’s father Mohd Kassim Abdul Hamid, said that the decision was made as the deceased’s family does not want to prolong the matter further.
The family however insist that the withdrawal did not change the fact that Shah Alam Coroner’s Court funding that Muhammad Adib’s death resulted from a criminal act.
They also said that the police should continue their investigation to find out who caused Muhammad Adib’s death.
Muhammad Adib’s family also hoped that the community would accept it, thus enabling them to start fresh.
The withdrawal was filed at the Federal Court on 31 May.
“Therefore, the family of the late Muhammad Adib considers the process and proceedings of contempt of Court against Tommy Thomas and the Attorney-General’s Chambers to be completed and ends here,” the statement reads.
Muhammad Adib passed away on 17 December 2018 at the National Heart Institute due to severe injuries sustained in a riot at the Sri Maha Mariamman Temple, USJ 25, Subang Jaya on 27 November of the same year.
On 27 September 2019, the Coroner’s Court ruled that Muhammad Adib’s death was due to criminal acts committed by more than two or three unknown individuals.

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ECRL: The Tracks That Take You From Coast To Coast

A trip from Selangor to Kelantan is usually a time-consuming affair that can take up half a day as you have to navigate through a few states just to cross from the West Coast to the East Coast.
There are alternatives to get to Kota Bharu, such as buses or taking a flight but in the future, there’s another mode of transport that you can use to get to the East Coast and that’s via the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) line.
ECRL’s 640km track line will link the states of Kelantan, Terengganu, and Pahang to Negeri Sembilan, Selangor and the Federal Territory of Putrajaya and the trains can reach speeds of up 160km/h.
If you board the train from Putrajaya Sentral, you should arrive in Kota Bharu in the span of around 4 hours.
Besides connecting the two coasts and benefitting states where the tracks are being built, the mega project would also benefit multiple sectors including tourism, and oil and gas.
Analysts at Malaysian Industrial Development Finance Berhad (MIDF) forecasted the RM44 billion railway project to contribute 2.7% to Malaysiaâ€™s economic growth where RM1 invested in railway will generate RM2.05 of output to the total economic activity.
But what is the ECRL and why does Malaysia need a coast-to-coast rail line?
Picture Credit: Malaysiakini
From coast to coast
ECRL was announced by then-Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Najib Razak during the Eleventh Malaysian Plan with an estimated cost of RM55 billion. The original line was supposed to be around 688 kilometers from end to end and was initially expected to be completed by 2024.
As part of an agreement made with the government of China the construction work will be conducted by China Communications Construction Company (CCCC) while Malaysia Rail Link (MRL) will be the project owner.
Najib said the project was long overdue as connectivity issues between the east coast states and the west coast due to the network of roads, highways and small rail lines being woefully inadequate.
It’s estimated that 5.4 million passengers and 53 million tonnes of cargo will use the service annually by 2030, as the primary transport mode between the east coast and west coast.
The original ECRL tracks would cross Kelantan, Terengganu, Pahang, and Selangor with 12 passenger stations, 3 freight stations, and 7 combined passenger and freight stations.
The project is also said to employ at least 30% of Malaysian contractors and the railway is expected to increase the gross domestic product of the east coast states by 1.5%.

Riddled with controversy
Picture Credit: MIDF
One of the controversies surrounding the railway project has to do with the cost and also suspicions of how the finances were managed due to other dubious mega projects and donations coming from incredulous sources.
During the time there was also the rhetoric thrown by the opposition about Malaysia being sold to China.

Even with the change of government in Putrajaya, there was still controversy but it related to the newly-discovered coronavirus rather than the misappropriation of funds.
As a preventive measure, some 200 ECRL construction workers who went back during Chinese New Year were asked to self-quarantine themselves in their home country until the situation improved and MRL chief executive officer, Datuk Seri Darwis Abdul Razak said their absence wouldn’t affect the construction progress.
There was also the profit-sharing issue as some alleged that Malaysia would lose assets and minerals as CCCC can claim the resources.
MRL quashed the claims by reiterating that the Malaysian Government is not required to provide any revenue or profit guarantee for the JV and losses incurred would be split 50:50 between MRL and CCCC.
But if the operations are profitable, 80% of the profits would go to MRL and 20% will go to CCCC.
The new deal
Picture Credit: Malaysia Rail Link
The project was relaunched in 2019 after months of negotiations between China and Malaysia’s government after the costs were reduced significantly.
In the improved deal, the revised construction cost is RM44 billion or RM68.7 million per kilometer while the original construction cost was RM65.5 billion or RM95.5 million per kilometer.
Civil works are expected to make up almost 60% of the RM44b construction costs.
Besides reducing the costs, a major revision was also made on the original alignment, which will see reroutes to Negeri Sembilan and the journey from Port Klang will now go to Jelebu (Negeri Sembilan) first before linking up to Mentakab (Pahang).
By avoiding an 18km tunnel across the Titiwangsa Range, the government saved approximately RM10 billion.
Picture Credit: MIDF
What do analysts think?
ECRL’s new linePicture Credit: MRL
Analysts over at Malaysian Industrial Development Finance Berhad (MIDF) think industries such as the casting of metals, fiber optic cables, electronic & other electric, and petroleum will benefit from the rail line.
Not only that, but other sectors including wholesale and retail trade, and real estate would also be boosted by the new rail as analysts expect an increase in new township areas and better town-development in existing areas along the railway.
They’ve also added that three states of Kelantan, Pahang, and Terengganu are likely to reap most of the economic benefits of ECRL.
With ECRL, we believe it will generate more economic activities in other sectors hence shifting to a less government-reliant economy, in line with Tun Mahathirâ€™s idea to downsize the public sector over a period of time through industrialisation amid increasing burden towards the nationâ€™s financial health. Malaysian Industrial Development Finance Berhad
The project is expected to reduce government operating expenditure especially on the emoluments which account for the largest share of total expenditure at 30%.
Another potential income generator is the 30% allocation for passengers which could create demand for travel as, with traveling hours and costs are reduced, individuals could afford to take the train for a shopping trip that they never would have considered which MIDF mentioned is like the impact seen from the introduction of the Electric Train Service (ETS) from Gemas to Padang Besar.

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Do Rallies Actually Work?

Malaysia’s week-long political turmoil in February has ended with Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin emerging as the country’s 8th Prime Minister.
He was sworn into office on 1st March, but that did not sit well with certain sections of the rakyat who then took to the streets to protest the appointment.
Two rallies took place over leap year weekend in Kuala Lumpur. People gathered in Dataran Merdeka on the night of 29th February and again in front of Sogo shopping centre the next day to voice their dissatisfaction on the same day that Muhyiddin was at Istana Negara.
The protest listed 4 demands:
the need to dissolve the Parliament and hold new electionscontinue the prosecution of corrupt officialsuphold human rights and abolish draconian lawsban party hopping
The day after, the police launched an investigation on the organisers of the illegal assembly in the heart of the capital after issuing warnings the day before.
Picture Credit: Malay Mail
The organisers allegedly didn’t notify the authorities days before the rally which violated the Peaceful Assembly Act which has prompted the police to act.
The assembly lasted for about 2 hours and started at 6 pm and was organised by Save Malaysia Demonstration Committee.
Also in attendance were former Bersih Chairperson, Datuk Ambiga Sreenevasan and also Datuk Paduka Marina Mahathir, social activist and the daughter of former Prime Minister, Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad.
But what is the Peaceful Assembly Act?
Picture Credit: BBC
Can you join or organise a rally?
The Federal Constitution has stated in Article 10 that Malaysian citizens have the right to the freedom of speech and they are allowed to assemble peacefully and without arms.
The details are underlined in the Peaceful Assembly Act (PAA) – a law that underlines the regulations for Malaysian’s to hold assemblies.
The law states that “assembly” means an intentional and temporary assembly of a number of persons in a public place.
Under the act, those who want to organise assemblies should ensure that participants don’t break any laws, act or make statements that promote feelings of ill-will or hostility amongst the public at large, among others.
Originally, organisers were required to inform authorities 10 days in advance before the rally, with a RM10,000 fine for those failing to do so, but it was amended in 2019.
Technically, not all assemblies need to be notified such as religious assemblies, funeral processions, wedding receptions, open houses during festivities, family gatherings, family days held by employers, general meetings of societies or associations.
Picture Credit: Malay Mail
2019 Amendments
The act was amended in 2019 by the Parliament where one of the main changes is the decriminalisation of street protests.
Besides that, the time for organisers to notify authorities has been shortened from 10 days to 5 which the non-government organisation (NGO) Human Rights Watch said is still behind the international standard of 48 hours.
The Human Rights Commission of Malaysia (SUHAKAM) lauded the amendment made by lawmakers but commented the law can be further improved such as further reducing the time to notify the police and allowing children to participate in assemblies.
Picture Credit: NST
However, the human rights body accepts in principle the requirement is to enable the authorities to facilitate the assembly, protect public safety, prevent any possible disorder or crime and to reroute traffic if necessary.
They’ve also cited the UN Human Rights Committee which states that â€œa requirement to notify the police of an intended demonstration in a public place 6 hours before its commencement may be compatible with the permitted limitations laid down in Article 21 of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR).â€
Do protests work?
Picture Credit: The Edge Markets
Just like everything else, protests have their pros and cons.
According to the Washington Post, it’s possible for rallies to work, but organisation, messaging and non-violence are underlined as key factors to ensure the protest works. They’ve cited a study that found nonviolent campaigns are successful about 53% of the time as compared with 26% for violent efforts.
Another study found that spikes in both liberal and conservative protest activity can increase or decrease a candidateâ€™s vote by enough to change the final outcome.
While it’s noted that the internet has helped in raising awareness and build movements quickly, some have pointed out the technology does have its weaknesses.
Before social media, rallies require more effort to organise but it helps to build the infrastructure for decision making and strategies for sustaining momentum.
So it’s possible for Malaysians to protest or even organise rallies but we need to first know our rights and procedures before doing so.

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2021 School Term To Start On 20 January, Says Education Minister

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The new school term for 2021 will start on 20 January instead of the first week of the month, said Education MInister Radzi Jidin.
He explained that the decision was made after taking into account the effects of the Movement Control Order (MCO) after the outbreak of Covid-19.
Based on this new date, we will open (school) much later than usual. The school calendar for 2020 has been amended by maximising the duration of school days and reducing the year-end holidays.Education Minister Radzi Jidin via Borneo Post
Due to the pandemic, even the yearly SPM and STPM examinations have been postponed to the first quarter of 2021.
He said the reduction in the year-end holidays was so that students won’t be left behind in their studies as the implementation of teaching and learning (PdP) through home-based learning methods was not effective.
If they cannot cope with this year’s lessons, they may lose motivation and not be able to catch up next year.
Besides being new for students and teachers alike, online learning might be a luxury for many as based on a study conducted by the Ministry from 28 March to 2 April.
He said that only 6% of students own personal computers; laptops (9.3%); tablets (5.8%) and almost half or 46.5% have a smartphone.
The study also found that there are still 36.9% of schoolchildren who don’t have smart devices to follow these online courses.

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