Fun Events In The Klang Valley This Weekend From 10 To 12 Feb

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Don’t know what to do this weekend in the Klang Valley? No worries, we got you. 👀

Head on over to art exhibits, markets and shows and more this weekend.
Note that some of these events only happen for a day or can last for a whole month so look at the dates carefully.
If you wanna skip to the specific day you want, choose your preferred day here.
FridaySaturday & Sunday
Here are some of the events that are still ongoing from our previous list.
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Ongoing Events
1. Malaysia Thailand Halal Food Festival @ SACC Mall, Shah Alam (10 – 19 Feb, 11 am – 11.30 pm)

At the Malaysia Thailand Halal Food Festival (MATHAF), you’ll find various Thai cuisine that you’ve been craving. Fried baby crabs, mango sticky rice, Thai teas, LokChing, Thai laksa, coconut sticky rice ice cream and many more!
Mathaf moves to various places in the Klang valley regularly, so do check out their Facebook to keep up to date.
2. Poetic Spring Garden (Art Installation) @ Kwai Chai Hong (6 Jan – 12 Feb, 9 am – 12 am)

This CNY, Kwai Chai Hong is decorated with spring blooms and romanized Chinese calligraphy, set to be deciphered by the public. The Poetic Spring Garden is filled with oversized blossoms and foliage as well as traditional Chinese calligraphy in a bold and non-conventional way.
Head on to their Instagram to know more.
READ MORE: There’s A Poetic Spring Garden Installation In Kwai Chai Hong Until February!
3. Masters of Disguise (Photography Exhibition) @ Darkroom Gallery, GMBB (Extended till 30 April 2023, 11 am – 6 pm)

Biologist, guide and wildlife photographer Chien C. Lee’s latest photography exhibit focuses on the art of deception used by wildlife. This exhibit features more than 60 fantastic photos of various kinds of camouflage and mimicry employed by insects, reptiles, birds, and even plants; with many species hailing from Malaysia’s very own Sabah and Sarawak.
According to GMBB, this exhibition is just so mesmerizing and immersive that it’s extended until 30 April 2023.
READ MORE: Catch This Fantastic Nature Photography Exhibit For A Free Fun Time In KL
4. Hep Ka-Wot Enggang Le-Wei (Photography Exhibition) @ Gerimis Gallery, GMBB (Extended til 23 Feb 2023, 11 am – 6 pm)

Just an update, according to GMBB, this sought-after exhibition is also extended until 23 February 2023.
This exhibition of forests, hornbills and honey highlights how the Orang Asli of Jahai and Temiar from the Belum-Temenggor Forests in Perak protect the hornbills for their roles as farmers of the forest.
Apart from talks and photographs of nature, you can also buy Orang Asli arts and crafts there.
For more info, visit their website here.
5. Bakul – Everyday Baskets From Sabah (Exhibition & Market) @ GoDownKL (7 Jan – 23 Feb, 12 pm – 7 pm)

This 7-week-long exhibition showcases the Bakul collection of Sabahan author and collector Jennifer P. Linggi. From materials such as rattan, bamboo, bemban, mengkuang and many more sourced from the fierce jungle, indulge in Jennifer P Linggi’s breathtaking world of Bakul.
Wanna know the best part? Admission is free!
6. The World Of DC Exhibition @ Tropicana Gardens Hall Convention Centre (23 Dec – 1 Apr)

Being the first-ever DC Exhibition launch in Asia, The World Of DC Exhibition will feature interactive games, life-seized exhibits, behind-the-scene concept art, limited-edition merchandise and more at the Tropicana Gardens Mall.
Grab your tickets here. For more info, visit their Facebook page here.
7. Van Gogh Alive Exhibition @ Pavillion Bukit Jalil (17 Dec – 16 March, 10 am – 10 pm)

Witness Van Gogh’s legendary works of art displayed digitally at Pavilion Bukit Jalil. Get ready for a multi-sensory experience with a symphony of light, colour, sound and fragrance for you there.
READ MORE: Catch the Immersive ‘Van Gogh Alive’ Exhibition In KL This Dec-March
8. Red Hongyi’s ‘Once Upon A Longtang’ (Art Exhibition) @ National Art Gallery (22 Dec – 22 March, 9 am – 5 pm)

The Balai Seni Negara has a new art installation called Once Upon A Longtang which features scenes inspired by old alleyway houses – or ‘Longtang’ houses in Shanghai. The installation has a series of artworks displayed with burnt Chinese calligraphy paper and more.
For more info, visit Red Hong Yi’s Instagram.
Here are specific events to enjoy with your family and friends on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
10 February (Friday)
1. Kamya Festival 2023 @ Stadium Bukit Jalil (10 – 12 Feb, 10 am – 10 pm)
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Kamya Fest is one of the largest cultural events that inspire millennials in Malaysia.
As this is a big festival, tons of activities will be held including a Bundle Expo, Kopi Expo, Food Festival, Carnival Fun Zone, Classic Car Showcase, Urban Plant Showcase, Ace Crew Motorsport, Basketball Tournament and many more.
Local celebrities and influencers like Dolla, Alif Satar, Nabila Huda, Azfar Heri, Aliyah and tons more will be there to perform and meet you guys too.
For more info, visit their website here.
2. Bundle Expo @ Stadium Bukit Jalil (10 – 12 Feb, 10 am – 10 pm)
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Love shopping for vintage pre-loved items and streetwear bundle outfits? Well, wait no more, Bundle Expo is happening again this weekend at Stadium Bukit Jalil, part of Kamya Fest’s main attraction.
Shop for shoes, tops, jeans, jackets and many more at affordable prices.
For more info, visit their Instagram.
3. Blue Heart And Soul Tour (Concert) @ Plenary Hall, KLCC (8 pm)
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As part of their 20th anniversary ‘Heart & Soul’ tour, British boy band Blue consisting of members Simon Webbe, Duncan James, Antony Costa and Lee Ryan will be performing all their greatest hits & songs from their new album tonight.
They’re known for songs like One Love, All Rise, If You Come Back, Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word Ft Elton John and many more.
You can still get the cheapest tickets here.
READ MORE: British Boy Band Blue Is Coming To Malaysia This 10 February!
4. Yesterday Once More 4 (Oldies Cabaret) @ KLPAC (9 – 11 February, 8 pm, 3 pm)
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If you love music from the 40s to 70s, you should head on to KLPAC this week to enjoy their popular cabaret series called Yesterday Once More 4.
Bring your partner along to enjoy covers of the greatest crooners and soul singers such as these – The Platters, Joni Mitchell, Louis Armstrong, Bee Gees, Shirley Bassey, Nat King Cole, Tina Turner, Aretha Franklin and the King of Rock and Roll Elvis Presley.
Tickets start from RM70 per seat. Get the tickets here.
5. Krusty At Atas Angin Rock Show  (Rock Concert) @ Angkasa Event Space (8 pm)
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This is not just any regular Atas Angin rock show, this is a hardcore rock show featuring Kru$ty as their main act.  Two-step your way to the core of the music and circle around in the hardest and most reckless mosh pit you guys could imagine!
You can still get tickets here.
For more info, visit their website here.
6. Little Sweeties (Valentine’s & Dessert Market) @ Central Market (10 – 12 Feb, 10 am – 8 pm)
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Wanna buy something for your girl this Valentine’s? This weekend, Central Market will have some of the sweetest deals for the love of your life.
Surprise her and make her jump with glee at Central Market with a variety of clothes, accessories, food, and many more. There will also be busking sessions and workshops like candle making, clay and paint art.
Visit Central Market’s Instagram for more info.
7. Dave Thompson (Comedy Show) @ The Joke Factory (8.30 pm)
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Dave Thompson is a standup comedian who has performed internationally. Known for his one-liners and absurd persona, Dave has written material for many other comics, including Harry Hill, Ronnie Corbett, Bruce Forsyth, Omid Djalili, and Stewart Lee and is known as the actor for Tinky Winky on the television show “Teletubbies”.
You can see him tonight at The Joke Factory. Get the tickets here.
11 & 12 February (Saturday & Sunday)
1. Charles The French Singing Funny (Musical Comedy Show) @ The Joke Factory (11 Feb, 3 pm, 8.30 pm)
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Charles The French is primarily known for his funny videos posted on Youtube made with his friend Tada, currently with almost 2 million subscribers.
Now, he is back again at The Joke Factory with “Singing Funny Asia Tour” on the 11th of February 2023 with two shows at 3 pm and 8:30 pm. He’ll be performing his best comedy songs and comedy skits on stage.
You can still get tickets here.
2. Eternal Love (Oil Painting Exhibition) @ 3A Floor, GMBB (28 Jan – 12 Feb, 11 am – 8 pm)
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If you’re a fan of oil paintings (or roses!), Master Yap Hong Ngee’s exhibition is made for you! Featuring more than 100 pieces of oil paintings on roses painted over 30 years, this exhibition is a celebration of love and romance.
The best part about this is that admission is free! So ask your date out on a romantic art gallery date this weekend.
Visit their Instagram for more info.
3. Valentine’s Sunny Side Up Market @ Slate, The Row KL (11 – 12 Feb, 11 am – 6 pm)
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Sunny Side Up is a curated community market-based in sunny Kuala Lumpur. This season of love, they’re doing a Valentine-themed market.
Find everything from food to fashion, accessories, beauty, wellness, home decor, souvenirs, pet-friendly products and more to pamper yourself or your loved ones this Valentine’s Day.
Visit their Instagram to know more.
4. Hip Hop Night (Hip Hop Concert) @ The Back Ground, KL (11 Feb, 8.30 pm)
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REXKL & Kokadaimon proudly presents another round of Hip Hop Night at RexKL! This time, enjoy hip-hop beats from local artists such as Qalifff, Mani Fazelii, Mad MVZ, Ayana, and many more. Get ready, the gang is about to bring the house down with some new tracks too!
The entrance is FREE so get your hip-hop enthusiast friends to come along with you.
5. Paint  A 3D Bouquet For Your Valentine @ MTMT Studios, PJ (12 Feb, 2 pm – 5 pm)
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If you don’t have plans this weekend, why not release your inner Picasso? Go to several art workshops such as pottery, painting, tie-dye and more at MTMT Studios in PJ. Besides a Paint A 3D Bouquet workshop this Sunday, they also have a Speed Dating & Paint session this Saturday at WXYZ Bar in Aloft KL.
And good news readers! MTMT Studios is giving away a 10% discount exclusive for TRP readers only! Just use the promo code ‘TRP10’ on their website and get your 10% discount when you check out. Each user can use it once and there are no expiration dates to this promo, so bring your friends and family here too while you’re at it.
Visit their Instagram and website for more info.
Upcoming Shows
Here are some of the ticketed events for upcoming shows. Don’t miss out on the chance to secure a spot at your favourite performance or event.
Melur The Musical – Musical (16 – 26 February @ PJPAC)Get tickets here.Joji Live In KL at Peakstrom Festival 2023 – Concert (19 February @ Surf Beach, Sunway Lagoon)Get your tickets here.Russel Peters: Act Your Age World Tour 2023 – Comedy Show (20 & 21 February @ Plenary Hall, KLCC)Get your tickets here.Westlife The Wild Dreams Tour – Concert (23 & 24 February @ Axiata Arena)You can still get tickets here.DFP Presents: Stacy – Concert (25 February @ Dewan Filharmonik Petronas)Get tickets here.His Story – Monologue Performances (23 – 26 February @ KLPAC)Get tickets here.Nirvana Vs System Of A Down – Tribute Concert (26 February @ Panggung Asia)Get tickets here. One Republic Live In Concert – Concert (1 March @ Hall 5 KL Convention Centre)You can still get free-standing tickets here.Sound Circus – Concert (4 March @ Genting Highlands)Get tickets here.Hari Atas Angin 5th Year Anniversary – Concert (4 March @ Bysnc Live, KL)Get tickets here.Simple Plan The Harder Than It Looks Tour – Concert (8 March @ Zepp KL)Get your tickets here.Bryan Adams So Happy It Hurts Tour – Concert (11 March @ Arena Of Stars, Genting)Get your tickets here.RhytmAsia Echoes From Beyond – Concert (11 March @ Sepang International Circuit)Get the tickets here.NusaFest – Concert (8 & 9 June @ Bandar Malaysia, Sungai Besi)Get Your tickets here. More info here.
P/S: If you have any future events you want the world to know about, submit your suggestions to melissasu@therakyatpost.com.
READ MORE: 12 Unconventional Activities To Do On Valentine’s Day In The Klang Valley

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Malaysian student named â€˜Top In The Worldâ€™ for maths & add maths by Cambridge

Maths. Additional (Add.) Maths.
Two words that inspire fear, horror and trepidation amongst Malaysian students. (Okay, even in adults, who are we kidding?)

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For Malaysian teen Andrew Nge Jing Shuen however, these two subjects are a cause of celebration as heâ€™s just been named TOP IN THE WORLD for mathematics and additional mathematics.
Thatâ€™s right… TOP IN THE WORLD FOR MATHS AND ADD MATHS.

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Andrew, a student at Beaconhouse Sri Inai International School, Petaling Jaya, scored the HIGHEST standard mark IN THE WORLD for Mathematics and Additional Mathematics in International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGSCE).

Picture Credit: Malay Mail

This brainy 17-year-old took the papers last November and received
the award from Cambridge Assessment International Education at the recently
held Outstanding Cambridge Learner Awards, Malaysia.
Picture Credit: UCLES 2019
Naturally, Andrew was thrilled by the prestigious award.

â€œI am extremely honoured to have received this global recognition. I am happy that my passion and hard work has helped me achieve this truly memorable moment.â€
Andrew via Malay Mail
According to the Malay Mail, Andrew initially struggled with his education, unable to concentrate with his studies. However, the bright kid turned things with help from his parents, teachers and peers who encouraged and cheered him on.
He also said that he loves maths because of how it challenges
him to solve difficult problems.

With this triumph spurring him on, Andrew is looking to become
a pharmacist and develop new life-saving medications.
We wish him the best of luck on the next phase of his incredible journey!

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Six Areas In Shah Alam Affected By Unscheduled Water Cuts Caused By Broken Pipe

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A broken pipe incident in Section 23, Shah Alam caused an unscheduled water supply disruption to six (6) areas in Shah Alam, according to Air Selangor.

The list of areas involved is as follows:
Section 18Section 19Section 20Section 23Section 24Section 25
The repair work is expected to be fully completed at 6:00 am, 24 September 2021. Water supply will be channeled after the repair work is completed in stages and is expected to be fully restored at 12:00 pm, 24 September 2021.Air Selangor
As of 10 am, Air Selangor said on Facebook that water supply in six (6) affected areas has reached 82.5%.

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Allies Once Again: Gov’t To Restore Sarawak And Sabah As Ally To The Federal Territories

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Sarawak and Sabah will finally be equal to the Peninsular after the Special Council of the 1963 Malaysia Agreement (MKMA 63) has agreed to implement amendments to Article 1 (2) and Article 160 (2) of the Federal Constitution.

This is according to Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Sabah and Sarawak Affairs), Datuk Seri Dr Maximus Ongkili.
He was quoted by Berita Harian saying that the proposed amendments to the Bill (RUU) will be tabled at the next Parliamentary session and added that the decision was agreed during the recent meeting chaired by the Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob.
The meeting agreed to implement amendments to restore the status of Sabah and Sarawak as allies. The amendments will also redefine the meaning of the Federation.Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Sabah and Sarawak Affairs), Datuk Seri Dr Maximus Ongkili
Maximus also mentioned that MKMA63 has also agreed to empower the Sabah and Sarawak governments to issue deep sea fishing licenses which are currently handled by the Federal department.
MKMA63 will continue to discuss outstanding matters and ensure the rights of the people of Sabah and Sarawak are restored, especially through the problem-solving committee under MKMA63.Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Sabah and Sarawak Affairs), Datuk Seri Dr Maximus Ongkili
Meanwhile, Law Minister Datuk Seri Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar said the amendments made this time will be different from Pakatan Harapan’s proposal in 2018, especially the additional amendments to redefine ‘Federation’ in Article 160 (2) of the Federal Constitution.
This amendment will determine the status of all states in Malaysia in line with the Federation of Malaya Agreement 1957, MA63 and the status after Singapore left in 1965.Law Minister Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar
What is MA63?
Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) is a document signed by the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, the Federation, Malaya, North Borneo, Sarawak and Singapore, according to the Prime Minister’s Office.
In the agreement, Sabah, Sarawak and Singapore are recognised as equals or allies to the Federation, each having its own autonomy, rather than being a state like Selangor or Johor.
However, this changed in 1976 when the clause in the Constitution was amended, with Sarawak and Sabah later listed down as states under the Federal Territory rather than separate entities.
With the amendments in force until today, Sabah and Sarawak have been placed in line with other states in the original Federation of Malaya, thus making it appear as if there was a downgrade from “ally” of the Federation of Malaya to one of its “children”.Prime Minister’s Office

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Urinating In Wash Sink, Tenant From Hell In Puchong Gets Kicked Out By Housemates

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Can a tenant kick out his/her housemate for being dirty?

Yes, absolutely.
One of the requirements for tenancy is that tenants must maintain the rental property in a clean condition.
This means no dirty floors, walls, bathrooms, living rooms, bedrooms or kitchens.
While the place does not have to be perfect, it must be hygienically clean.
Piles of food and trash all over the place, garbage on the floors, and piles of dirty clothes in bathrooms and the kitchen are unacceptable.
A tenant from hell not only ticked all the boxes but topped it all by urinating on the wash sink.
A TikTok user Mohd Firdaus Ismail shared a video showing the shocking state of his housemate’s room that he had just rented for 3 weeks.
  @freeeeeddddddddd PENYEWA DARI NERAKA 🤮🤮🤮#tiktokmalaysia #foryourpage #foryou #fypシ #pasrah #reyhan ♬ suara asli – Powerengers bunting – Intan Lembata bunting
Hell On Earth
According to Mohd Firdaus, he has been renting one of the rooms in the apartment unit for the past two years and lives with another tenant.
He was quoted by mStar as saying that the third room of the house was still empty before it was rented to a man in his 30s about three weeks ago.
The room was a complete mess, with food left on the bed and clothes scattered, and it is said that the room smelled unbelievably bad.
When he first came in, I wasn’t at home because I was outstation. The rental was managed by another friend who rented the master bedroom which has its own bathroom.Tenant Mohd Firdaus Ismail to mStar on how it all went wrong.
He started to notice his dirty attitude because they shared the bathroom.
When he entered the bathroom in the morning, it smelled musty, and the sink had yellow water, which was pee.
His housemate is also said to defecate messily, despite being repeatedly warned not to do such things.
Shitty Business
Mohd Firdaus said there were pieces of faeces on the bathroom floor, and the toilet hole was not cleaned thoroughly.
Unable to stand the behaviour of his housemate, he was determined to kick out his housemate despite being asked to be given time to move to another place.
It was not only once that he peed in the sink, but several times. I was angry because the urine was still there and I had to wash it because he was not at home.Tenant Mohd Firdaus Ismail on why he eventually lost all patience.
Mohd Firdaus, an engineer, also revealed that the new tenant often took the food and drinks he and his other housemate bought without asking permission.
His posting had since gone viral with more than a million views.
READ MORE: Nightmare Tenant Leaves Behind Raw Fish And Bottle Of Urine For Horrified M’sian Homeowner
Netizens fully agree that the landlord can give notice to tenants to clean up, or they can be evicted.
They added that confrontation isn’t easy, but it is essential to precisely communicate the issue and clearly outline what needs to happen to fix it.
READ MORE: Landlord Reveals Worst Student Housing Problems, And Why It’s A Never-Ending Nightmare

No.This is not okay at all.Sebab apa tak okay? Sebab kebersihan itu sebahagian dari iman. Lelaki kena kemas, bersih, wangi. Macamana nak lead keluarga kalau benda basic gini pun tak lepas.This shouldn't be normalized. Heck, it should be hated and discriminated against. pic.twitter.com/7qPNvvHh2j— مُحِبُّ الله اَلعَيدروس. ☀ (@ibjela) August 4, 2022

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Penang Faces Sharp Price Hike In Common Green Herbs

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According to Malay Mail, the prices of common greens such as coriander leaves, parsley, and Chinese celery (daun sup) have experienced a drastic price hike since the beginning of Ramadan.
These herbs are commonly used in all sorts of cuisines, which explains the high demand, especially as more people are staying indoors and cooking for their family this year.
The Consumers’ Association of Penang (CAP) has noted that the prices of the vegetables have increased fivefold.
CAP President Mohideen Abdul Kader has called on the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs to immediately crack down on traders hiking up the prices of these items to take advantage of the high demand during this time.
He also urged consumers to start their own home garden by growing the herbs instead of purchasing them at the local market.

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This Malaysian Got So Bored In Hotel Quarantine, He Turned His Meals Into Gourmet Food

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If there’s one thing most Persons Under Quarantine (PUS) can agree on, it’s that mandatory quarantine is not easy, nor is it fun.

But one particularly creative Malaysian “chef” in a Kuala Lumpur hotel has managed to upgrade his quarantine into a luxury experience by transforming his meals into, well, gourmet dishes.
Meet Terry K, aka Terry Cooks, whose YouTube video documenting his gourmet plating of unassuming local dishes has garnered quite a bit of attention online.
In the 3-minute video titled “A Chef Bored in Hotel Quarantine 2020”, Terry is seen transforming generic plates of nasi lemak, ayam masak merah and the standard set of rice, chicken and veggies into something that would even make Gordon Ramsey shed a tear of joy.
Credit: Terry K
While Terry names boredom as the source of this appetising creativity, he tells TRP that he decided to make this video in a bid to cheer up the other PUS under quarantine with him at the hotel.
It started off just for fun, the food was tasty but it really looked like boring, unappealing cafeteria food. But after posting it on my Instagram Stories and seeing how my friends interacted, I realised that a lot of people find this entertaining. So, I thought, maybe I should compile the shots and make something out of this – it would be nice to make someone’s day.Terry K to TRP
And so, the 28-year-old released a visual compendium of his “gourmet makes” quarantine meals onto YouTube. Then, he shared it into the WhatsApp group with all those in quarantine at that hotel and the magic began!
The whole energy of the group changed just like that! Earlier, there were a lot of complaints, pedantic comments and overall pretty cheerless. But when the video entered the picture, everyone got excited and you know, felt better about the circumstances.Terry K to TRP
“Gourmet” nasi lemak.(Credit: Terry K)
From there, the video spread onto social media, bringing the cheer along with it.
In the “Malaysia Quarantine Support Group (MQSG)” on Facebook, the post is flooded with scores of comments by highly entertained Malaysians along with Terry joining in the fun.

“I honestly love the positive comments,” says Terry, telling us that his particular favourite was someone who exclaimed “wah, everyday rice ah” – which he finds oddly amusing.
Though no negative comments are yet to be seen, he’s anticipating them appearing soon because, as he cheekily declares, “that’s when you know you’ve made it.”
Honestly, there’s little to hate because the amount of creativity displayed is pretty astounding.
He fashioned moulds using cut up plastic bottles and cups, and though he did have a bush knife on hand with some fresh vegetables sent over by his mother, it was all about letting his imagination take over.
Credit: Terry Cooks/YouTube
I had a lot of fun because I really had to get creative. I didn’t really have a strategy, I just looked at what I got and experimented. I can’t really say if there is a favourite dish – all my babies are one and the same.Terry K to TRP
Here’s the plot twist though, Terry is not actually a chef.
Though trained in hotel management at the distinguished Les Roches Global Hospitality Management in Switzerland, Terry’s only “professional” experience in the kitchen are brief stints as a line cook in a restaurant chain in Subang and making omelettes at a luxury hotel in Portugal.
Terry, hyped after graduating from Les Roches.(Credit: Terry K)
He actually spends his days as an outdoor instructor in various countries, taking school students and young adults on hikes, jungle trekking and all sorts of outdoor adventures.
But everything changed when the Fire Nation attacked pandemic hit.
Credit: Terry K
Stuck in Australia with scant to do, the young man and his host family – the Friedrichs- found themselves hooked on the latest season of the MasterChef Australia cooking competition.
Before long, they were having friendly cooking competitions of their own and that’s when Terry found a new love.
Cooking is a rewarding, meditative experience. Once you get in that zone, you don’t really think of anything else and all your senses – all your love go into what you’re making. It’s your energy and share it with everyone, you know. Good food makes people happy.Terry K to TRP
Credit: Terry K
And he brought that love with him when he returned to Malaysia in late July with his gourmet quarantine meals spreading more joy.
Now, fresh out of the two-week quarantine, Terry hopes to ride on this wave and make more creative videos focused on beautifying and elevating food with a theme of “uncovering the chef within you.”
Credit: Terry K
In fact, he just posted another gourmet upgrade video, featuring nasi lemak, cucur udang, belacan and fried chicken he bought from a roadside stall.
We all know that Malaysians are amazing cooks, but I want to encourage our local talents to look at food differently – contemplate on it and you know, just play with your food!Terry K to TRP

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No, Horse-Riding PN Supporters Did Not Wave Taliban Flags in Permatang Pauh

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Police in Penang have confirmed that a group of Perikatan Nasional supporters who rode horses down a street a few days ago did not wave Taliban flags.

According to FMT, the black-and-white flag, which was misidentified by some social media users as a Taliban flag, bears the Kalimah Shahadah (affirmation of faith).
After a 16-second video of several young people riding horses through a Permatang Pauh street went viral, people started worrying about the flag. They thought it was a Taliban flag.

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The Perikatan Nasional and PAS flags, as well as the Kalimah Shahadah, were among the numerous flags that the horse riders could be seen waving.
(Credits: PDRM Pulau Pinang)
Penang Police Chief Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zain said in a statement that investigation had shown none of the flags had associations with any extremist or terrorist groups.
Shuhaily warned the general public against rumours that could cause riots.
According to him, investigations may be conducted under Section 504 of the Penal Code for intentional insult and Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act (CMA) of 1998 for improper use of network facilities.
The maximum penalty for a violation of Section 504 of the Penal Code is two years in prison or a fine of up to RM50,000, or both, and the maximum penalty for a violation of Section 233 of the CMA is two years in prison or a fine of up to RM50,000, or both.
The TikTok video was posted the day after the 15th General Election.

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Watch ‘Marry Me’ Stars Jennifer Lopez And Maluma Perform As Their Characters In Virtual Concert

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Do you miss going to a live concert and dancing in the crowd while watching your favourite artist perform?

Well, count your lucky stars because you might be able to relive the concert-going experience virtually with Jennifer Lopez and Maluma’s performance on Snapchat!
Jennifer Lopez and Maluma will be performing songs from their upcoming Valentine’s Day film Marry Me as their characters pop superstars Kat & Bastian on Snapchat on Saturday, 5 February at 9 am MYT.
The concert will be held in front of a real-time audience and you can join the crowd as your Bitmoji Avatar.
Here’s how you can tune in to the virtual concert:
Head over to http://marrymevirtualconcert.com/Enter your Snapchat credentials to have your Bitmoji join the virtual crowd.Wait for the concert to begin!
What to expect during the concert?

During the concert, you can start the wave among the virtual crowd made out of other Bitmoji attendees.
When Jennifer Lopez performs a love song, attendees can release virtual doves into the arena.
Attendees get to trigger a series of lasers to sweep the stage and crowd to complete the whole concert vibe.
Other interactions include perfecting your virtual dance movies, blowing bubbles, and spawning hearts in the arena.
After the concert, attendees will be asked to provide their email if they want to receive post-event updates and photos of the event, which may include their Bitmoji Avatar.
A video of the concert will be available at a later date and attendees will have the option to be notified when the video becomes available too.
The film Marry Me starring Jennifer Lopez, Maluma and Owen Wilson drops in theatres on 4 February.

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[Watch] Alleged Drunken Thief Hit By Prasarana Employee In Bukit Bintang, Police Are Investigating

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A viral video that went viral recently showed two people, believed to be Prasarana employees, assaulting a member of the public at 7-Eleven in Bukit Bintang.

The victim is believed to have taken items from the convenience store without paying and was in a drunken state.
One of the men in the red shirt kept asking the alleged thief to pay for the items and dragged the victim by his collar when he tried to run away.
The Prasarana employee in a red shirt then started hitting the victim when he didn’t attempt to pay.
The second Prasarana employee in a blue uniform continued asking the victim to pay for the food (presumably the two opened cup noodles in his hands) before leaving the store.

The whole incident was recorded by another member of the public who uploaded it to her TikTok account @madamluniey on 25 March.
According to Free Malaysia Today, police are investigating the case under Section 323 of the Penal Code and have taken statements from four witnesses.
Anyone with information should contact the lead inspector Muhammad Hazim Hussain at 019-7749678, IPD Dang Wangi at 03-26002222, the Kuala Lumpur police hotline at 03-21159999 or head over to the nearest police station.
Prasarana is also investigating
Malaysiakini reported that Prasarana has also launched an internal investigation and is taking the matter seriously.
In a statement, Prasarana said the employees who assaulted the victim have violated the company’s work ethics. They added that the employees should have called the authorities instead.
Prasarana also urged anyone who witnessed the incident to call 03-78852585 or email suggest@rapidkl.com.my.
Prasarana also apologises for this incident and assures appropriate follow-up action will be taken to ensure that such things will not happen again in future.Prasarana said in a statement.

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GE15: Takiyuddin Says Maybe Can Work With BN, Muhyiddin Says No

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With the 15th General Election (GE15) mere days away, it would appear there is confusion coming out of Perikatan Nasional (PN).

The coalition is heading into the ‘mother of all general elections’ with its two components; Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu) and PAS.
PAS secretary-general Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan was quoted in a speech as saying that the Islamist party was not dismissing the possibility of PN joining hands with Barisan Nasional (BN) if they were not able to form the government alone.
Malaysiakini reported Takiyuddin as saying they would not be working with Pakatan Harapan (PH) but the door to cooperating with BN was not closed.
He however admitted that there had been no discussions but expressed confidence that should the need arise for a cooperation, BN would not turn it down.
This however did not sit well with PN chairman Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin.
In a statement today, Muhyiddin said he never gave the mandate to Takiyuddin to discuss with BN on forming a government after GE15.
“The reason PN is contesting in GE15 is to form a government without having to cooperate with BN or PH,” Muhyiddin said.

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44YO Man Nabbed By The Police For Dumping Neighbour’s Cats From 15th Floor Of PJ Apartment

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Although cats always land on their feet, it is still hazardous and illegal for anybody to throw a feline from high grounds.

A local man, aged 44, find this the hard way after he was arrested by the police for killing three cats belonging to his neighbour – by throwing them from his 15th-floor apartment in Petaling Jaya.
The suspect, who had committed the heinous act last Monday, was caught by the police after a report was lodged against the perpetrator.
“Apart from his arrest, we also found three cat carcasses with him. Based on preliminary investigations, the suspect admitted to throwing his neighbour’s cat from his residence on the 15th floor,” Bernama quoted Petaling Jaya police chief Mohamad Fakhruddin Abdul Hamid.
It was however not immediately clear why the suspect had committed such an act.
Mohamad Fakhruddin said that the suspect is now under remand for four days beginning yesterday.
The case is being investigated under Section 428 of the Penal Code for mischief by killing or maiming any animal.

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3-Year-Old Boy Beaten To Death By Mother’s Boyfriend After Vomiting On Sofa

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A 3-year-old boy was tragically beaten to death by his mother’s boyfriend after vomiting on the sofa at the boyfriend’s residence.

The incident occurred on the morning of July 6th in Malacca, Malaysia.
According to  Melaka Tengah district police chief ACP Christopher Patit, the deceased’s mother had sent him to her boyfriend’s residence at 5:30 am so that he could take medicine.

However, the boy was vomiting at the time.
The boyfriend became angry when the boy vomited on his sofa.
At 6:20 am, the boyfriend informed the mother that her son had accidentally fallen and became unconscious.
The two then took the boy to the hospital, where he was given emergency rescue, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation, for 1 hour and 10 minutes.
However, he could not survive and was pronounced dead at 9:15 am.
Autopsy Report Reveals Physical Injuries
The autopsy report showed that the boy had physical injuries, including injuries to his body and head.
As a result, the police arrested the deceased’s mother and her boyfriend for investigation.
The boyfriend later confessed to being violent towards the boy, kicking and pressing his abdomen several times because his vomit had stained his beloved sofa.
The suspect’s rough actions caused the head and internal organs of the deceased to rupture.
The police are investigating the case under Section 31(1)(A) of the Children Act and Section 302 of the Penal Code for murder.
This tragic incident has shocked and saddened the local community, and our thoughts are with the deceased’s family during this difficult time.

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Malaysians Spent RM24 Million On Online Dating Apps in 2019

Roses are red, violets are blue.
If youâ€™re looking for love?
Then the internet might just be the right place for you!
Online dating apps have become all the rage here in Malaysia. Ask any random couple on the street and a pretty common answer to the â€œso whereâ€™d you guys meetâ€ question would probably be, â€œonlineâ€.
And though social media has been great at connecting and bringing people closer together than ever before, it seems like online dating apps are the undisputed match-making monarch for the new century.
Considering how most dating apps are free or “relatively” cheap, easy to use, and work way quicker than conventional dating methods or throwing the awkward orange once a year, itâ€™s no surprise that Malaysians are pouring a lot of dough into the online dating scene.
And we do mean A LOT!

Based on data provided by the global marketing and analytics firm, App Annie, Malaysians spent a total of RM24 million on online dating apps in 2019.
This trend of affectionate spending apparently has been on an impressive upward spiral for years.
According to the numbers, Malaysians have been increasingly investing, to put it one way, more and more cash to catch that perfect match. Spending some RM7 million in 2017 and around RM13 million in 2018.
More and more people searching for “forever” online.(Credit: Gabby Orcutt/Unsplash)
Compare that to 2019 figures, and you have an increase in consumer spending of a total of 220% in a period of 3 years.
From these numbers, we can safely say that many Malaysians out there are eagerly awaiting the chance to “swipe right” to that special someone.
Marketing research firm, YouGov in 2017 revealed that every 3 out of 10 Malaysians are actively on or have used online dating apps.
YouGov also pointed out that 29% of Malaysians would rather find their future partners on the web than out in the â€œrealâ€ world.
How often do you swipe right? Let us know in the comments.(Credit: Djim Loic/Unsplash)
And in this online race for romance, not all apps and services are created equal.
Usually, dating apps that provide unique user experiences and better on-demand services, which allow users to pay-to-unlock more features and deeper value, would dominate the game.
According to App Annie, the most used dating apps in Malaysia are Tinder and TanTan, followed by Dating.com, Blued and Omi.
(Funny how Sugar Baby isn’t on the list… Hue Hue Hue...)
(Credit: App Annie)
A world in search of love
Itâ€™s not just Malaysia thatâ€™s been struck by cyber-cupid. Globally, romance seekers spent over RM9 billion on online dating apps in 2019.
Our neighbours Singapore and Indonesia have also been spending heavily in the search for love, splashing RM29 million and RM24 million on dating apps respectively.
All these people around but still lonely without YOU. Cia Cia Cia…(Credit: Laurentiu Morariu/Unsplash)
And though online dating is now mainstream in Malaysia, we are still behind Australia, India, Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia and Hong Kong as the biggest spenders on the dating app scene. Proving without a doubt that the search for relationships is truly a planet-wide phenomenon.
With Malaysia experiencing a gender imbalance of 1.07 (that’s 107 guys to every 100 ladies), maybe online dating isn’t such a bad way to fish for love in our ever-shallow pool of suitors.

With that in mind, have a pleasant, safe and romance-filled Valentine’s Day Malaysia!
(P.S.  You can learn more about the curious history of Valentine’s Day in our previous article, HERE or unravel the mysterious language of love in another one of our stories, HERE)
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Washing With Water Is Better Than Using Tissue: American Scientists Just Figured This Out

The one thing all Asians can relate to is the difficulty of using the toilet in Western countries.
Imagine, you’re sitting there. Freshly finished doing your business (whether it’s a number one or number two), you look left and right and realise, “Oh, no. I’ve made a terrible mistake.”
There’s no bidet, just toilet paper!
Asians have been happily cleaning their bums with water since we can remember, why hasn’t the West evolved to assimilate water into their toilet practices yet? Well, probably because they’re only realising the benefits of washing with water now.
A New York City rectal surgeon finally spoke up
A typical bidet shower used to clean butts in Malaysia. (Credit: CultureTrip)
Much to the surprise of Americans, Dr Evan Goldstein, a rectal surgeon in New York City, told Insider during ButtCon (basically Comic-Con, but with butts) that washing with water is actually the ideal way to clean yourself after using the bathroom for a number of reasons.
Asians know that using only tissue to wipe basically means you’re just smearing that faecal matter around (gross!), without actually cleaning the area.
Meanwhile, washing with water (and soap, guys! Especially when it’s a number two!) thoroughly cleans the area of any trace of feces. Finishing that off with a wipe of tissue paper to dry, leaves our backsides feeling cleaner and fresher after every poop!
Using only tissue can lead to injuries
Best is to use a combination of water to wash and tissue to dry! (Credit: Insider)
Besides being a better cleaning agent all-around, Dr Evan also states that only wiping your bum using tissue can actually lead to injuries.
He explained to Insider that the skin on the anus is quite thin and delicate. On top of that, dry toilet paper can be abrasive. This is why wiping too many times, or any harsh action could lead to painful tears (and tears!) and bleeding.
Some Americans agree that using a bidet to wash your nether region can be more comfortable than toilet paper, especially for people who just had surgery, given birth, or experience irritable bowel syndrome.
Researchers have been studying the pros and cons of using a bidet
Scientists also found that a squat toilet is healthier than a sitting toilet. But, let’s take it one step at a time, shall we? (Credit: Burger Abroad)
Turns out, this topic is really contentious – to the extent that researchers have been conducting studies to figure out the pros and cons of washing with water.
Respondents of a 2009 study on patients who had undergone a hemorrhoidectomy commented that using a water spray was significantly more convenient and satisfying.
Another study in 2011 found that water pressure from bidets helps reduce the pain from increased pressure at the anus due to anorectal diseases, and thus, also aid the process of pooping. Yes, that trick you learnt on your own in the bathroom during a particularly difficult poop, researchers tested it on people!
Not all research on bidets is positive though. A large study of women in Japan in 2010 found that frequent use of bidets could interrupt the normal bacterial flora in the vagina and lead to infection.
Using water is environmentally-friendly
Making tissue paper is really bad for the environment. (Credit: CultureTrip)
Using only toilet paper to clean yourself also means using a lot of toilet paper. The average American reportedly uses 3 rolls of tissue a week! While the whole country goes through about 36.5 billion rolls a year!
Do you know how much water goes into making one roll of tissue paper? About 140 litres. Making tissue also involves the pulping of millions of trees, and using tonnes of chlorine.
And that’s not all. We haven’t even considered the amount of electricity that goes into all that processing, as well as the amounts of energy and materials used in packaging and transporting the rolls of paper to retail outlets.
Besides that obvious environmental impact, tissue paper is also known to clog plumbing and force the city’s sewer systems and water treatment plants to work much harder.
Why does the West still use toilet paper?
Those darn Brits! (Credit: Indy100)
This is actually an interesting bit of history. As you all know, America was founded by Europeans who traveled across the sea in search of a “New World”. The country adopted many customs from the British, including the use of tissue paper.
In ye’ old Britain, the people often associated bidets with brothels, where they were mostly used, and thus, considered bidets to be “dirty”.
Realising the drawbacks of tissue paper, Americans are now being encouraged to use soft wet toilet paper, or wet wipes, to clean themselves. But, I know I can speak for all Malaysians when I say: “Thanks, but we’ll stick with water.”
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Air Asia To Respond On Flight Delay Fiasco Within 24 Hours, Says KPDNHEP Minister

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Air Asia will provide complete feedback on the delays and rescheduling of its domestic flights within the next 24 hours following a probe by the Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Ministry (KPDNHEP).

This was said by the Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi following his ministry’s investigation on the matter.
Saya juga dimaklumkan bahawa AirAsia akan memberikan maklum balas lengkap terhadap isu yang diketengahkan pengguna menerusi KPDNHEP, dalam tempoh 24 jam ini. #hakpengguna#mavcom@weekasiongmp— Alexander Nanta Linggi (@AlexNantaLinggi) May 10, 2022
“Therefore, I urge the MOT (Ministry of Transport) and Mavcom (Malaysian Aviation Commission) to be more proactive and to find the best solution on the issue,” the minister tweeted.
Yesterday, Nanta said that the KPDNHEP will probe the delays and rescheduling of the budget airlines’ domestic flights since the beginning of April which cause an uproar among air travellers.
He reminded consumers of their right to claim compensation to continue their journey, adding that this was subject to several factors and reasons for flight delays or cancellations, based on information from the Malaysian Aviation Commission (Mavcom) website at http://mavcom.my.
“If you feel that you have not been adequately compensated, please lodge a formal complaint with the airline before contacting Mavcom,” he said.
Air Asia had on 6 May, issued an apology to its customers following lengthy delays during the Hari Raya and Labour Day holidays.
“AirAsia apologises to any guests who have been affected by a disrupted flight this past week as a result of significant demand during the peak Hari Raya travel period.
“As always, we did everything we could to minimise any disruption for our guests and to ensure everyone was able to get to where they are going as soon as possible during this important time of travel.
“AirAsia remains committed to always providing the very best in terms of safe, affordable and reliable air travel,” the budget airline’s statement reads.
READ MORE: AirAsia Tampil Mohon Maaf Isu Penerbangan ‘Re-timed’

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[Watch] Woman Warns Consumers Of Spices “With Pork”, Gets An English Lesson Instead

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A woman recently created an uproar on social media when she claimed that a famous brand of spices from the United States contains pork in its products.

The woman, whose TikTok username is @nurshaheeraaa1, uploaded a video showing the spices being sold at a local supermarket.
In the video, the woman showed the label of the spices with the word ‘pork’.
  @share_vibes Dah kabo pentingnya english education. ISH ISH ISH 😂 #fyp #masukberandafyp #educationgonewrong ♬ Epic Music(842228) – Pavel
Fear Mongering
However, netizens soon pointed out the obvious flaw in her story.
They pointed out that the ‘pork’ mentioned on the label merely suggests how to use the spices.
Not amused, they criticised her for jumping to conclusions without correctly reading the label.

Kalau mccormick tu ada babi dah lama kena kecam oi. Malaysian ni babi babi cannot lehhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh— HvnAM0nteln@ (@cvllm3hvnv) January 17, 2023
The original posting was eventually deleted after being bombarded with criticism.

Meanwhile, another TikTok user, @nurshaheeraaa, said netizens targeted her wrongly because of name similarity.
Despite her explanation, some netizens remained sceptical and said their voices sounded similar.
  @shameera2335 Replying to @MarryJ4ne_ bukan saya ya… #shouldbeme #nurshaheera1 #pork ♬ original sound – nurshaheera – M E E R A 🌸

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Scam Victim Manages To Recover His Money, Helped 9 Other Victims Too

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What’s sad but true is that despite the numerous scams out there, the scammers always get away with it.

However, one scammer got more than he bargained for when he scammed a stubborn victim.
According to Free Malaysia Today, graphic designer Shahrul Ashraf Sallehuddin, 38, came across a Facebook listing of a Sharp R32 1HP air conditioning unit for the price of RM270 on 25 May.
The price was reasonable to him so he placed an order on the listing posted by a Facebook user named Isaac Chooi and was asked to pay RM570 in advance.
The first payment was received under a company’s name so it didn’t raise Shahrul’s doubts. He even received an invoice for the transaction.
However, he couldn’t contact the seller after making the remaining payment. Shahrul quickly lodged a police report but wasn’t able to track down the scammer.
The police told Shahrul that it’s usually difficult to recover the money lost in scams like these because they can’t do anything. The other option is for Shahrul to go to a tribunal.
Image: Shahrul Ashraf Sallehuddin/ FMT
Getting the money back
Shahrul was determined to get back his money, so he began tracing the details of the bank account owner through the Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM) website.
Once we get the information from SSM, we can easily get the name, address and identification card number of the company owner.Graphic designer Shahrul Ashraf Sallehuddin
With all the details in his hand, he contacted and ‘provoked’ the scammer through Whatsapp.
He sent a copy of the SSM and IC number to the scammer and threatened to make a police report so the scammer’s bank account could be frozen.
I said ‘You scammed the wrong person.’Graphic designer Shahrul Ashraf Sallehuddin
Image: Shahrul Ashraf Sallehuddin/ FMT
Shahrul took it further and left a comment under Isaac Chooi’s Facebook account saying, “SCAMMER ALERT. Who wants the scammer’s details, contact me.’
His comment drew the attention of nine other victims, and they formed a Whatsapp group together.
It didn’t take long for an individual to contact Shahrul and claim that his bank account has been misused by someone he didn’t know.
The bank account owner promised that he would return all the victims’ money because he’s afraid that all five of his bank accounts will be frozen.Graphic designer Shahrul Ashraf Sallehuddin
The ‘scammer’ insisted that he was also a victim. Shahrul and the other victims didn’t fully believe the scammer’s story but played along so they could get their money back.
Image: Shahrul Ashraf Sallehuddin/ FMT
In two days, the scammer repaid everyone’s money totalling RM8,580. The scammer told them that he had lost RM16,000 but didn’t provide further details.
Shahrul said he was grateful that he managed to recover his money but hoped for a more proactive action from the police.
The bank account (of the scammer) should have been frozen if there are more than three police reports lodged. If the suspicious account isn’t closed quickly, the scammer will go on cheating other victims.Graphic designer Shahrul Ashraf Sallehuddin
Last March, Kuala Lumpur police chief Datuk Azmi Abu Kassim said the statistics showed that the number of scam victims has gone up.
Last year, a total of 4,340 cases with a total loss of RM665 million were recorded as compared to 4,062 cases with a loss of RM637 million recorded in 2020.
READ MORE: BNM: Online And Phone Scams Among Top Five Complaints Received In 2021 Via BNMTelelink
READ MORE: More Than RM1.6 Billion Lost To Online Scams Between 2019 And 2021, Says Deputy Minister
How to prevent from getting scammed?
The first thing to remember is not to share or reveal your personal details online, in a phone call or on messaging systems.
If an allegedly official-sounding organisation or personnel contacts you, it’s safer to deal with the issue in person at the actual office or headquarters.
Last but not least, it’s always safer to ignore calls from unknown numbers or calls that demand a lot of money from you.
READ MORE: “It’s A Scam” Beware Of Calls From Unknown Numbers With Music In The Background

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What’s The Difference Between Dry, Wet, And Raw Cat Food For Your Feline Friends?

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If you have cats, you’ll know the struggles of getting your feline to eat.

On good occasions, they eat whatever you give them. On bad occasions, they sniff enthusiastically, only to snub it and walk away. “How dare you give me this peasant food,” if only they could talk.

Your feline’s appetite can sometimes be picky and that’s for a reason. Apart from them just not liking the food, they might reject it because they feel sick after eating them. So do watch out for your cat’s behaviour, if they’re acting unusually, you can get them checked by your local veterinarian.
But if the veterinarian rules out any health conditions like diseases or depression, it might just be that your cat’s taste palate is just too atas.
Here are some types of cat food for you to try and give to your cats. Mix it up a little, occasionally.
1. Dry Food
Dry extruded food is also called kibbles. These types of food come in hard but tiny pellets and sometimes have various colours. Bear in mind, the bright colours are only there as a marketing trick to attract the owners, not the cats. Cats do not seem to mind whatever colour of the food you’re feeding to them.
(Credit: fabrikasimf, lifeforstock / Freepik)
Dry food has its pros like having longer shelf life and also being cheaper than other types of cat food. However, a few downsides to this are that their water content is low (less than 10%), it’ll pose a risk to older cats with dental issues as it’ll hurt their mouth, and it may lead to obesity if you overfeed them.
Instead, ensure that your cats consume a lot of water when they’re eating kibbles and control the amount of dry food that you give them instead of free-feeding them.
2. Wet Food
Wet food is soft food packed in packets or cans. They can be chunky, flaked, minced, pureed, with gravy, jelly and more. Generally, these types of food are more palatable to cats compared to dry food if your cats are finicky eaters.
They have a higher water content (approximately 70%) because they are usually served with gravy. This is ideal for cats with certain health conditions that can benefit from more water intake.
(Credit: @rafael_mcf / Twitter, TRP)
However, they do not have a long shelf-life if opened and must be refrigerated when you open them. If left unopened, they can actually last long on the shelf. Additionally, they also cost more than the kibbles, so that might affect your decision as well if you’re on a budget.
3. Raw Food
Raw food diet involves feeding your cats uncooked animal products and is a rare type of diet for your feline friends. They consist of muscle meat, organ meat and bones, also called the BARF diet (bones and raw food or biologically-appropriate raw food). They can be homemade by diligent cat parents or available commercially (frozen or freeze-dried).
Some cat parents opt for a raw diet as they believe other types of cat food lacks the nutrients lost in the cooking process and the BARF diet closely mimics what a cat would eat in the wild.
(Credit: Tadaa.my)
However, these may also pose some risks as raw uncooked food may contain pathogens like Salmonella and E.coli that may lead to life-threatening infections, especially for those cats with health concerns such as immune-mediated diseases. So, consult your vets first before giving your cats a raw diet.
No matter how many types of cat food exist out there, just make sure they are nutritional to your cat. They need a proper diet to do their daily important sleeping ‘job’, running around frantically ‘exercise’, or guarding your home against critters ‘duty’. They have important goals in life too, you know.

All jokes aside, your feline health is very important and to nurture that, a proper and nutritious diet is needed. Make sure your cat gets enough protein, water, fibre,  and additional vitamins. After all, you do want your furry friends to be by your side for a long time, right?

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RM300 For Households, RM100 For Individuals: Govt Giving Out Bantuan Tunai Rakyat In January 2023

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The government is giving out RM300 to households and RM100 to individuals as part of the first phase of Bantuan Tunai Rakyat, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said today in Parliament.

He said during the tabling of a mini-budget that aims to help Malaysians during the rainy season, the government will continue giving out cash aid which is expected to benefit around 9 million Malaysians.
Anwar mentions that the handouts will be given in January 2023 instead of March as announced by the previous government.
He also added that this decision was made to help those who are in need, especially farmers and fishermen living in the east coast region.
We have expedited the process so that they will get the help that they need.Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim

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Netizens Want BN’s Pengkalan Chepa Candidate To Address Fake Doctor Accusation

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A Facebook user took to the social media site alleging she had found proof that Mohd Hafiezulniezam Mohd Hasdin or Dr Hafiz, Barisan Nasional’s (BN) candidate for the Pengkalan Chepa parliamentary seat, is not a doctor.

Liyana Marzuki, the owner of the Facebook account, claimed that Dr. Hafiz’s medical certificate is fake and that he did not finish his studies at the Gadjah Mada University in Yogyakarta as he claimed.
(Credits: Liyana Marzuki on Facebook)
(Credits: Liyana Marzuki on Facebook)
Liyana claimed to have received confirmation from the university that the individual in question had not completed his studies. Liyana shared an image of what she claimed was an official letter sent to her email.
Dr Hafiz told the press yesterday that the university had certified the validity of his academic degree. However, he did not provide documentation to support this.
In response to an official email I sent, I hereby provide proof from Gadjah Mada University. They said that this BN candidate is not a UGM alumni and that the viral degree certificate is likewise fake. He was not a graduate, according to the letter.Liyana Marzuki said in the Facebook post
Liyana also provided multiple screenshots of emails she had with the university in question to support her allegation.
(Credits: Liyana Marzuki on Facebook)
The Indonesian Ministry of Higher Education’s database, which I also examined, shows that this candidate did not pass his studies. You may verify it for yourself by clicking the linked link. As a result, I urge this candidate to be sincere with the electorate over the next 24 hours. If he doesn’t provide a statement and any proof within that time, I will proceed with filing a police report, and my lawyer will take additional steps to file a lawsuit against him.Liyana Marzuki said in the Facebook post

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Hishammuddin To Deliver Covid-19 Updates Starting Today, Replacing Ismail Sabri

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Starting today, Senior Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Hishamuddin Hussein will be the new face to deliver the daily National Security Council (MKN) announcements, replacing Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob.

It’s reported that Ismail Sabri has been holding briefings for more than 400 days – since 20 March – to notify the public on non-health Covid-19 updates and on the works done by the Compliance Operation Task Force.
Every day, I have been getting the (Covid-19) security updates including on the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), the border control and announce them to the people throughout the restricted movement order period and also on the National Recovery Plan (NRP).Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri via NST
READ MORE: [Just In] Ismail Sabri Now Deputy Prime Minister, Says PMO
Ismail Sabri, who is also the Defence Minister, also mentioned to NST that since he has moved up to become the Deputy Prime Minister, Hishammuddin will be taking over duties related to National Security from now on.
READ MORE: Hishammuddin: Who Is This Man Who Has To Keep Denying He’s The Next PM?
On 7 July, the government announced Ismail Sabri as the new Deputy Prime Minister with Hishammuddin being given the role of Senior Minister.
Hishammuddin retains his Foreign Affairs portfolio but he will now head the Security Cluster – which was previously headed by Ismail Sabri – and also assist in the implementation of the National Recovery Plan (NRP).

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Why Malaysians Love Our Camera Phones So Much

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Smartphones are awesome! They’ve become the number one tool that we conveniently carry in our pockets — keeping us ever connected with the world and making our lives a lil’ easier with their almost limitless functionality.

But if we’re really being honest, the reason most of us own, want to buy or upgrade a phone in the first place is to have a good camera on hand to capture memorable moments to keep and share with the people around us.
You can’t go anywhere without someone pulling out their phones to take a quick snapshot of the tasty meals they’re eating or take cinematic we-fies together to post on the timeline.
(Credit: tirachardz via Freepik)
Malaysians, in particular, love our camera phones!
A 2019 Google survey revealed that we focus more on how good a phone’s camera quality is in addition to its other features, and we usually could care less about the device’s overall price.
After all, it’s common knowledge that the best camera to have is the one that you’ll always have with you to take snaps at a moment’s notice, and the best camera phones are usually the best choice of phones available in the market.
For years, premium brands like Samsung have continually developed cutting-edge technologies to improve their device’s camera capabilities to cater to everyone from the selfie-frenzied influencers to the enthusiastic shutterbugs out there.
This is why it’s no surprise that people have been looking forward to Samsung’s latest Galaxy S series of flagship phones.
The Samsung S series has long been credited as one of the best phones in the business by top tech reviewers like Marques Brownlee a.k.a. MKBHD, for its outstanding performance, functionality, and of course, the quality of the images and video that it can capture.
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra won MKBHD’s ‘Best Big Phone Award’ in 2022 as the phone that can “do it all” with “multiple great cameras in the back”.(Credit: Marques Brownlee Via YouTube)
Maintaining its reputation as the phone that can do it all, for 2023, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is raising the bar for what a top-of-the-line camera phone should be.
Coming in with an impressive quad-camera setup that includes a 200MP wide-angle main camera, a 50MP ultra-wide-angle camera, and two 10MP telephoto cameras, the Galaxy S23 Ultra provides users with total control over their shots and allows for maximum freedom of creativity.
(Credit: Samsung)
Samsung’s revolutionary Adaptive Pixel sensor allows multiple levels of high-resolution processing at once so users can capture pictures in the finest details with incredible precision.
Regardless of how proficient you are with a camera, having a Galaxy S23 Ultra in your hands promises to make every shot you take look crispy clear and vividly colourful in nearly any lighting condition.
With the Galaxy S23 Ultra’s enhanced Nightography capabilities and improved camera algorithm, you can be out having fun around KL city during the evenings and still take amazing backlit photos and videos in a wide range of ambient conditions in rich detail without the worry of having your shots looking dark, grainy or blurry.
This is because the Galaxy S23 Ultra’s double optical image stabilizer (OIS) with up to three degrees of tolerance will make sure that your shots remain steady as a rock even when you might be shaking like a leaf.
And with its advanced, object-based AI features, the Galaxy S23 Ultra can analyze each detail in a frame to capture even the tiniest facial features and expressions to enhance your shots even further.

Knowing how important selfies are to the modern Malaysian, the Galaxy S23 Ultra also introduces an improved 12MP Super HDR selfie front-facing camera with Dual Pixel Auto Focus that allows you to jump from 30fps to 60fps and capture clear shots during the day and even create natural bokeh effects at night for those amazing self-portraits and viral TikTok videos.
As a bonus, the Galaxy S23 Ultra can capture videos in enhanced 8K at a wider angle. This feature coupled with Samsung’s Expert RAW application that allows for DSLR-style image shooting and editing will hands down make your videos feel extra cinematic like it was shot on professional-grade studio equipment.
The Galaxy S23 Ultra also comes chock full of features and accessories that will make your life easier, too.
The Galaxy S23 Ultra’s 360 Audio Recording features allow you to pair your Galaxy Buds2 Pro with the phone and pick up 360-degree sound using a microphone in each earbud in order to capture high-quality, realistic audio for your videos or live streams, anytime, anywhere for a more immersive surround sound experience.
You can also pair your phone to the Galaxy Watch5 series to use as a handy controller to zoom in and capture shots right from your wrist.
Samsung allows you to further customize your Galaxy experience with the Galaxy Eco Friends products with a set of unique gadgets like grip stripes and back panels as well as a camera stand that you can purchase together with Galaxy S23 Ultra for that ultimate camera phone usage.
(Credit: Samsung)
And getting your hands on a brand new Galaxy S23 Ultra has never been easier!
Samsung’s hassle-free trade-in program allows you to trade in your old phone for a new one in an instant and enjoy additional savings in return.
You can also enjoy up to 30% discount on a selection of Samsung products like the Galaxy Buds, The Galaxy Watch and the Galaxy Tab during the special Galaxy Eco Friends Promotion.
Additionally, Samsung users can worry less about malfunctioning devices as the Samsung Care+ user programmes provide free protection and warranty for genuine parts and replacements for Samsung devices.
Pre-order your Galaxy S23 Ultra today and enjoy a complimentary device storage upgrade worth up to RM500 and RM400 worth of e-Vouchers to spend on the Samsung Online Store.
Also, enjoy great savings with additional rebates worth RM600 when you trade in selected devices for a brand-new Galaxy S23 Ultra.
(Credit: Samsung)
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Anthony Loke And Yee Sang: The Untold CNY Story

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 Yee sang, also known as lou sang, is a must during the Chinese New Year festive season.

The dish originated from China and was brought here by immigrants during the colonial era.
However, the tradition is mainly practised by the Chinese in Malaysia and Singapore.

But did you know that the yee sang we know today is closely linked to the family of Transport Minister and DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke?
According to SCMP, Loke worked with his elder siblings at his father’s Chinese restaurant, Hong Seng.
#Malaysia: Grandfather of #DAP politician Anthony Loke was creator of Yee Sang dish. Serving food, taking orders, washing dishes at his father's restaurant as a child helped him in politics. "Serving customers trained me to talk to strangers with ease.”https://t.co/4fUSYFUooq— Amy Chew (@1AmyChew) May 16, 2021
The Seremban MP was only ten at that time.
Loke himself had shared his family’s story on social media some years ago.

A Dish Destined For Many
The restaurant in Seremban sold yee sang, a festive dish Loke said was popularised by his Chinese grandfather, Loke Ching Fatt.
Ching Fatt came to Malaya and settled down in Seremban in the 1920s.
He originally named it Sup Kum Yee Sang (十感鱼生, or “Ten Senses Yee Sang”)  as the dish is colourful with many aromas and flavours.
Customers loved the dish, and soon it became famous thanks to word of mouth and the rest, as they say, is history.
By the 60s, many Chinese restaurants nationwide also started serving yee sang, ensuring their place in the local culture.
Over the years, the origin of yee sang has been contested by Singaporeans.
The Singaporeans claimed they invented the dish, and their story was backed by western media such as the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
https://t.co/N8FDZpLk9B via @BBC_TravelHave they not any shame?Yee Sang was invented in a restaurant called Loke Ching Kee, run by a man called Loke Ching Fatt in Seremban.Malaysia has full claim and full rights to this! #bbc #yeesang— Giri Dev Nair (@GirizNair) February 20, 2019
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Local Artist Gets Called Out For Selling Plagiarised Art As His Own

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A local artist, Dawid Enoch, has come under fire lately as netizens and fellow artists accused him of plagiarising his artwork.

According to a Twitter thread by Hanza Art, another local artist, Dawid Enoch’s mode of business is to sell plagiarised art.
If you know this artist named Dawid Enoch, don't ever commission him. He's been plagiarizing other artists' artworks and making profits from them. I have a lot more proofs regarding this- will put in reply.There's a local (Malaysia) publisher that had been deceived by him too. pic.twitter.com/vEBumIODUv— Hanza Art 🇲🇾 (@az_hanza) September 4, 2021
In this Twitter thread, Hanza Art and other artists share the similarities of Dawid Enoch’s art and a wide variety of art from other artists. Most of them only have a few changes, such as in the clothing.
In most of the art that Dawid Enoch posts, he claims that he created them with Adobe Photoshop.
However, artists and netizens, both locally and internationally, have condemned him for it, saying that using other people’s art as a reference (a crucial step in the learning process) and passing off a mildly edited version of other people’s art as their own, are two very different things.
This is a good example of re creating art based on inspirationThese two lovely artist both draw based on the same character, but they do it with their own unique individual design,style and strokes from the scratch https://t.co/eag28KTCFi— pelukis stan Nickelback (@dilladontdodat) September 6, 2021
The worst part is, artists have been calling him out on his alleged plagiarised art since last year, as seen in this thread.
pic.twitter.com/i5yPAiWOVT— Yasmin Yoestar (@MinSobSob) July 2, 2020
According to other netizens, this issue has been brought up to him multiple times, but he makes light of the issue and jokes that he is only plagiarising “from Western artists”.
can’t believe he can just admit camtu je pic.twitter.com/oNhywB0pl3— BUTTMAN (@SufBansen) September 7, 2021
Dawid Enoch has yet to make a statement on this issue.

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A Family That Cooks Together, Stays Together And Makes It A Business Together

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Parents have a much stronger influence on their children than kids would like to admit. Sure, it can sometimes be as quirky as picking up the way their parents eat roti canai (banjir kari ikan with dhal on the side), but sometimes it can shift the whole trajectory of their life– like a career.

We spoke to two F&B owners whose food business is tied firmly to their family roots.
Parents shape the world
When Victor Low’s parents retired from a long career of being civil servants, he didn’t realize their retirement hobby would shape his future too.
Victor’s parents retired in the 1990s when he was in Form 5. They toyed with the idea of opening a little mom & pop’s food stall. Coupled with the Peranakan pride movement that only started growing at that time, they set up a little food stall selling cendol in a small lot behind their house.
So from there, we had dessert and we decided to start selling a bit more things like the laksa, pie tee and other hot food.Victor Low to TRP
Pie Tee is a specialty nonya dish originating from Melaka.(Credit: TRP)
The small outlet, simply called ’46 Stall’ after his house number, gradually gained popularity. After seeing the success of the food stall, Victor switched gears from being a merchant banker to starting his own Baba Low eatery in a small store in Bangsar.
We started selling the same things we did in Malacca such as laksa, mee siam, nasi lemak, as well as our famous cendol.Victor Low to TRP
Baba Low’s most popular nonya foods.(Credit: TRP)
Now, Victor has been running Baba Low in Lorong Kurau for nearly 17 years, with his restaurant firmly cementing itself as a part of the Bangsar community and acting as a meeting point, a place for people to gather.
Similarly, Zulrushdi Ismail fondly remembers his father’s love and passion for cooking. Also a civil servant, Zulrushdi’s father would often be in charge of the cooking preparations whenever someone in his hometown had a wedding, thus allowing Zulrushdi to observe the way his father cooked joyful meals for large groups of people.
Grilled lamb is one of Zulrushdi’s best sellers.(Credit: TRP)
Zulrushdi too, found a higher calling in the F&B business. While at first he juggled both a white collar job at IBM and his own catering business, eventually he decided to focus only on Warung Mercik.
Sadly, his father passed on before having the chance to teach him how to cook. Still, Zulrushdi relies on the memory of his father’s cooking to recreate his dishes.
It’s a lot of R&D carried out and a lot of mixing different kinds of herbs to match the taste of my father’s cooking. But then again, it’s not all about matching his cooking. I enjoy exploring different kinds of cuisine and I will also try to incorporate them into my recipes.Zulrushdi Ismail to TRP
But Zulrushdi built Warung Mercik with his own merit, offering customer favourites such as ayam merah, daging hitam, kurma kambing, kari ikan, roast whole lamb, and light barbeque.
Some of Warung Mercik’s favourites.(Credit: TRP)
Our food is mostly Northern cooking, so our specialty is the air asam from my hometown because it’s made out of tomato base with a little bit of spice. So the taste blends both spicy and sour flavours.Zulrushdi Ismail to TRP
Problems? Aplenty.
Both Victor and Zulrushdi say that one of the biggest challenges they have faced is the shortage and rising costs of raw ingredients.
Baba Low also sells their own condiments.(Credit: TRP)
Traditional raw materials like gula melaka and belacan are getting harder to come by. Especially belacan, because it requires local fisheries to make and the coastlines have been reclaimed and destroyed, so it’s very hard to get. Also, the people that make these traditional ingredients also slowly disappear, or they lose interest and do other things. Victor Low to TRP
Zulrushdi also laments the expenses required to keep his business running, citing that the cost of raw ingredients have gone up, together with the rising cost of hiring workers and the starting capital.
It also goes without saying that the various stages of lockdown had affected business. These eateries act as a gathering spot for communities and friends, so when everyone was stuck at home, business took a definite hit.
Keep the wheels turning
Baba Low and Warung Mercik survived through the pandemic with help from their regulars who stopped by to take-away their favourites, but they also credit Grab as a platform that helped them get orders to get through the lockdowns.
Warung Mercik was still able to sustain itself through delivery orders from Grab.(Credit: TRP)
While the food delivery platform was invaluable during the pandemic, as Malaysia moves into our endemic phase, Grab is still proving to help small eateries grow their business.
We started seeing new faces. Some through word of mouth and some saying that they’ve ordered once from us through the (Grab) app, so I guess it’s safe to say that the exposure part worked.Victor Low to TRP
Baba Low was actually one of the early adopters when Grab first joined Malaysia.(Credit: TRP)
Both eateries were featured in Grab’s Minggu Peniaga Kecil campaign, which is part of the GrabFood Small Business Programme to help small local F&B businesses to adapt to the new normal with growing demand for online services.
The recent Minggu Peniaga Kecil promotion in September benefited almost 39,000 small businesses.
Grab’s initiative acts a way to promote small local F&B businesses.(Credit: Grab)
For the month of October, you too can take part in making a difference to our local F&B businesses. Grab’s Peniaga Kecil promotion will run from 25th October – 7th November and you can enjoy up to 30% off on GrabFood with the code PENIAGAKECIL.
Check out our video below for a virtual chat with Victor Low of Baba Low and Zulrushdi Ismail of Warung Mercik.

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MOH: Only These Four Groups Not Required To Wear Face Masks

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The Health Ministry has outlined four specific groups that are exempted from wearing face masks now that it has been made mandatory since 1 August in crowded public places.

In a statement released on 30 July by Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Adham Baba, the groups that are not required to wear face masks are:
Children below 2 years of ageThose with breathing difficultiesUnconscious individualsThose with disabilities or cannot remove face masks without help
However, the Health Minister says that the 3-ply surgical masks is highly recommended for people presenting flu-like symptoms as well as high risk individuals such as those above 60 years of age or with chronic illnesses such as diabetes and high blood pressure.
The Health Ministry highly recommends 3-ply surgical masks be worn by those with flu-like symptoms and individuals in high-risk groups.(Credit: Miera Zulyana/Malay Mail)
Non-medical face masks are recommended for those who do not have any symptoms but find themselves in crowded areas where physical distancing cannot be observed – eg, public transportation, workplace and shops.
While not actively encouraging the use of non-medical fabric face masks, the Health Ministry highlights that Malaysians should use only those with the following three layers as specified by the World Health Organisation (WHO):
Inner hydrophilic layer that can absorb water, made from cotton or cotton blendMiddle hydrophobic layer that can repel water and increase filtration, made from non-woven synthetic material such as polypropylene plastic or cottonOuter hydrophobic layer that is waterproof and limits the entry of pollutants into the wearers’ nose and mouth, made of polypropylene plastic, polyester or a blend.
Credit: Ministry of Health
On 23 July, Senior Minister (Defence) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob announced that wearing a face mask in crowded public areas and public transportation is mandatory from 1st August onwards.
Those who found violating this rule will be fined RM1,000 in accordance with the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases Act 1988.
Kenyataan Akhbar KKM – Pemakaian Pelitup Muka (Facemask)Pemakaian pelitup muka boleh mencegah penyakit saluran pernafasan termasuk COVID-19.Pelitup muka bukan perubatan sesuai untuk individu yang berada di tempat sesak.Baca kenyataan penuh Menteri Kesihatan. pic.twitter.com/TQ7ULHaxTi— KKMPutrajaya (@KKMPutrajaya) July 30, 2020

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Kelantan Wheelie Couple Arrested, Netizens Shocked To Find Out They’re Under 18 AND Married

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After two days of either being on the run or just hiding, the Kelantan couple wanted by police after a video of their “road stunt” went viral, have been arrested.

What has gotten social media tongues’ wagging, however, is not the arrest itself.
In a statement confirming that the two finally presented themselves to the police, Kota Bharu district police chief ACP Mohd Rosdi Daud revealed that the boy and the girl, both 17 and 16, respectively, were actually husband and wife.
Social media lit up last night, with many expressing their surprise that the two, both under 18, were married.
Suami isteri ditahan hari ini selepas aksi 'wheelie' yang dilakukan di Jalan Pasir Puteh, Peringat, tular di media sosial.Pasangan yang berusia 16 dan 17 tahun itu menyerah diri pada jam 10 pagi di Ibu Pejabat Polis Daerah (IPD) Kota Bharu. pic.twitter.com/CDDncoPT91— Mohd Redzuan Abdul Manap (@redzuanNewsMPB) April 27, 2023
Relationship goals 🤝💕 https://t.co/siJoiFLCCb— _ndjia@ (@aijdn_) April 27, 2023
Till jannah. Okay la dua2 minat merempit 🤣 https://t.co/PEG1ekJEy7— raid (@raidazrul) April 27, 2023
The two were detained at 10am yesterday by the Kota Bharu District Police’s Traffic Enforcement and Investigation Department.
Earlier, netizens had been sharing a video clip showing the boy performing a wheelie on the road with the girl riding pillion. What caught people’s attention more than the dangerous stunt itself was that both were decked in matching traditional attire, which typically does not include a helmet.
The case will be investigated under Section 42(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987. The couple will be taken to the Kota Bharu Magistrate’s Court for remand application.
If convicted, they can be jailed not more than 5 years and fined not less than RM5,000 or more than RM15,000.
READ MORE: [Watch] 17YO Boy Wanted By Kota Bharu Police After Wheelie With Girl Goes Viral

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Highest Covid-19 Death Toll Ever, 10 Casualties From Coronavirus Today

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The highest ever number of daily casualties due to Covid-19 have been reported today by the Ministry of Health, these 10 new deaths taking the total now to 214.

Of the 10 people who perished today, 8 were in Sabah and one each in Kedah and Labuan.
NegeriJantina (Warganegara)Umur (tahun)Latar BelakangSabahLelaki (BWN)77Penyakit kencing manis, kanser pankreas dan dislipidemiaSabahPerempuan (WN)69–SabahLelaki (WN)54Penyakit kencing manis, darah tinggi, penyakit jantung dan dislipidemiaSabahLelaki (BWN)66Penyakit kencing manis, darah tinggi, dan penyakit jantungSabahPerempuan (WN)62Penyakit kencing manis, darah tinggi, dislipidemia, gout, penyakit jantung dan obesiti.SabahLelaki (WN)63Penyakit darah tinggi dan strokSabahLelaki (WN)61Penyakit darah tinggiSabahLelaki (WN)33Penyakit buah pinggangKedahLelaki (WN)67–WP LabuanPerempuan (BWN)58Penyakit asmaWN (Malaysian) BWN (Non-Malaysian)Credit: MOH

Additionally 710 new cases of Covid-19 have been recorded today with Sabah (528 cases) being the state with the most infections followed by Selangor (62 cases) and Penang (39 cases).
Details of COVID-19 transmission cases in the country are as follows:
Sabah: 528 cases
203 cases from clusters, including two (2) cases from new clusters namely Ocean Cluster;169 cases from close contact screening of COVID-19 positive cases; and156 cases from other COVID-19 screenings.
Selangor: 62 cases
29 cases from clusters including 10 cases from new clusters namely Palma Cluster and Jaya Cluster;18 cases from COVID-19 positive case close contact screening;One (1) case of screening to return from high risk areas (Sabah); and14 cases from other COVID-19 screenings.
Penang: 39 cases from existing clusters.
Negeri Sembilan: 37 cases
28 cases from clusters including one (1) case from new clusters namely Cluster Jaya;Two (2) COVID-19 positive case close contact cases; andSeven (7) cases from other COVID-19 screenings.
Federal Territory of Labuan: 19 cases
16 cases from existing clusters;One (1) COVID-19 positive case close contact screening case; andTwo (2) cases from other COVID-19 screenings.
Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur: 10 cases
Five (5) cases from existing clusters including one (1) case from new clusters namely Palma Cluster;Two (2) COVID-19 positive case close contact screening cases; andThree (3) cases from other COVID-19 screenings.
Perak: Four (4) cases
One (1) case from an existing cluster; andThree (3) cases from other COVID-19 screenings.
Johor: Four (4) cases
One (1) case from an existing cluster;Two (2) cases from close contact screening of COVID-19 positive cases; andOne (1) of the other COVID-19 screenings.
Terengganu: Two (2) cases
One (1) case from COVID-19 positive case close contact screening; andOne (1) case from other COVID-19 screenings.
Sarawak: Two (2) cases from other COVID-19 screenings.
Kedah: One (1) case from an existing cluster.
Pahang: One (1) case from an existing cluster.
MOH also reported that 467 cases have recovered from the virus. This means that cumulatively 15, 884 people have fully recovered from COVID-19 here, equal to 64.8% of total cases.

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Two Policemen Slashed With A Parang By A Drug Addict Who Ran Amok In Shah Alam

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Two policemen from the Shah Alam District Police Headquarters’ D4 (Operation, Intelligence and Records) Division were injured after a parang-wielding drug addict attacked them in an incident at a house in Kampung Sungai Kandis, Section 36, Shah Alam yesterday.

According to Shah Alam police chief Assistant Commissioner Mohd Iqbal Ibrahim, both Inspector Mohd Zulhusni Hasani, 30, and Lance Corporal Mohammad Ridzuan Marsudi, 31, were part of a squad that was dispatched to the scene following a report that the 47-year-old jobless man had crashed his Nissan Navara against his brother’s Honda Accord following an argument between the two brothers.
The suspect had also thrown flower pots onto his brother’s car and chased the 53-year-old retired teacher with a parang.
The police personnel arrived at his home at about 3.45pm but the suspect had run to his home, located right next to his brother’s house, and locked the door.
“However, they managed to get into the house and the suspect retaliated by slashing Ridzuan with a parang causing him to fire a shot in self-defence. But the shot went into the air as he was struggling with the suspect who continued to attack him and injured his left wrist,” Mohd Iqbal was quoted as saying by Kosmo.
He added that three of the lance corporal’s left-hand fingers could not be moved due to the injury.
Meanwhile, Inspector Mohd. Zulhusni was slashed in his right hand when he and the other police officers tried to apprehend the suspect.
Both Mohammad Ridzuan and Mohd. Zulhusni was rushed to the Shah Alam Hospital for treatment but the former was later transferred to the Selayang Hospital to undergo an operation to save his hand. The two policemen are now in stable condition.
“The urine test result found the suspect is positive for Methamphetamine, Amphetamine and Tetrahydro Cannabinol Hydrocarboxy Lic Acid (THC) and has a previous criminal record.
“The suspect is now remanded for three days until this Thursday and the case is being investigated under Section 307/326 of the Penal Code,” said Mohd Iqbal.

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Malaysian Doctor Shares Touching Story While Being “On Call” On Flight Home From Istanbul

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Death can be a scary thing whether it happens unexpectedly or not. Doctors probably face deaths more than any other profession and sometimes, it still gets to them.

A Facebook user Yazeed Yahaya who’s also a doctor recently shared a touching experience while on a flight on Turkish Airlines TK 060.
After spending 10 days and 7 nights in Istanbul on a holiday with his family and friends, the whole group was on a flight home to Kuala Lumpur.
He was about to nod off after having the first in-flight meal when he was suddenly woken up by an air stewardess.
The air stewardess asked for his help to help another passenger named Dr Siti Hajar who was having difficulty breathing.
I’m not sure how the air stewardess knew I was a doctor. Thank you to Dr Sri Yulis (a PhD doctor), my friend who holidayed with me for informing the air stewardess.Dr Yazeed Yahaya
Dr Yazeed tried to help the woman together with his friend Dr Shalini using the tools available on the plane.
En route to land at Karachi airport. Image: Yazeed Yahaya/ FB
Thanks to their help, Dr Siti Hajar’s condition gradually improved and the plane made an emergency stop at Karachi, Pakistan, so that she could seek further treatment.
Dr Yazeed felt touched when Dr Siti Hajar and her mother managed to thank him for his help.
Unfortunately, Dr Siti Hajar passed away in the emergency department of Karachi Hospital. Her remains arrived in Malaysia yesterday evening (21 September) for burial.
Dr Yazeed and Dr Shalini provided medical aid. Image: Yazeed Yahaya/ FB
Another patient needed help on the same flight
The plane continued its journey to Kuala Lumpur after spending two hours in the emergency lane at the airport in Karachi and Dr Yazeed tried to take a nap again.
They were flying over Thailand’s airspace when another woman, known as Puan Rosminah, fainted while waiting in line to use the lavatory.
Thankfully, she was standing beside Dr Yazeed’s seat so he managed to catch her before she fell to the ground. While holding her, he realized she was shaking all over.
Once again, Dr Yazeed and Dr Shalini worked together to provide medical aid to another flight passenger until the plane landed in KLIA.
Puan Rosminah was able to communicate earlier. Her condition suddenly worsened in a blink of an eye until her pulse couldn’t be detected. We immediately requested for CPR.Dr Yazeed Yahaya
They used the AED defibrillator and administered atropine and adrenaline to the patient. Sadly, Puan Rosminah didn’t make it either and passed away.
Dr Yazeed said both women looked pure and holy (suci dan bersih) when he attended to them.
Despite the sad ending in both situations, Dr Yazeed reminded everyone that all of us will meet our end eventually regardless of time and place.

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RM7.90 For An Exercise Book, High Stationery Prices In KL Shopping Mall Surprise Netizens

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We all know that inflation is driving up prices of everyday essential purchases.

The Covid-19 pandemic caused a shock to the world economy, disrupting supply chains and contributing to significant delays in shipping.
But recently, people have been shocked that the price of an exercise book, which usually sells for less than RM2 each, has gone up to RM7.90.
A Facebook page, Malaysia Shopping Mall, posted photos of the expensive exercise book, which is said to be sold at a mall in Kuala Lumpur near Cheras.

Seeing Is Disbelieving
The jump in prices set tongues wagging.
Some said it was probably a pricing mistake, exercise books are sold far lower on online shopping portals.
Others sarcastically remarked that the exercise books probably came with answers.

Some parents pointed out that they are forced to pay more for specially printed exercise books the schools sell.
While the difference may be less than RM1 for each exercise book, it matters as parents have to spend on many other things for their kids’ education.
Mengalahkan nak masuk universiti. Menteri tolong jawab. @RinaMohdHarun pic.twitter.com/GaEp8ry57D— Haji Mn@sir (@HajiMat5) January 2, 2019
In April, FMT reported that the number of exercise books for each subject is limited to two, ostensibly to reduce the weight burden of students.
Know Your Rights
Most consumers in Malaysia can’t be bothered about their rights most of the time, including pricing.
If it is found that a trader does not comply with the law in respect of price tag enforcement, the consumer may channel complaints to the Ministry of Trade and Consumer Affairs through:
Line 03-8000 8000 1Malaysia One Call Centre (1MOCC)Toll-free line of the Information and Strategic Operations Movement Center (PIGOS) 1-800-886-800Smartphone App Ez ADUE-mail to e-aduan[at]kpdnhep.gov.mySMS to 15888 and type “detail of complaint.”Report/present to any KPDNHEP office nationwide.
While traders must honour the price advertised if it is lower than the actual one, it is not clear if they can be held accountable for selling at high prices even if it is a mistake.

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