2 Women Held In Malaysia For 13 Years While Claiming To Be Royalty From Unrecognized Sunda Empire

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In 2007, two sisters, Fathia Reza and Lamira Roro, arrived in Kuching, Sarawak, holding passports from a self-proclaimed kingdom called the Sunda Empire in Indonesia’s West Java.
The problem is that no one has ever really heard of Sunda at all, and both women refused to identify themselves as Indonesian citizens, which rendered them stateless in Malaysia. Since we do not recognize the Sunda Empire as an actual country, they were detained at the border.
The Indonesian embassy has reported that the duo are currently being held at the Melaka Immigration Depot. The embassy has also continuously interviewed the women to clarify the confusion over their citizenship, but the women firmly refused any claim of being Indonesian.
Instead, they insisted on identifying as citizens of the Sunda Empire. Because of this, they have no country of origin, and Malaysia is unable to deport them back to Indonesia.
One of the women’s diplomatic passports states her full title as Her Imperial Majesty Crown Princess, while the other states Her Imperial Majesty Princess. Both are said to be fluent in English, Dutch, and French.
At the time of their detainment, they were 23 and 21 years old respectively. Now, Fathia Reza is 36 years old, while Lamira Roro is 34.
Fathia Reza and Lamira Roro under detainment.(Credit: PadangKita.com)
Both defendants claim that the Sunda Empire region covered all of Southeast Asia, including the Philippines, Thailand, Malaysia, Sumatra, Java, and all of Borneo.
However, there has never been any evidence that the duo had travelled outside of Indonesia before, as no records have been found.
The so-called Grand Prime Minister of the Sunda Empire is a man named Nasri Banks, also the father of these two women. His wife, the mother of the duo, is named Raden Ratna Ningrum, who holds the title “Her Royal Imperial Highness”.
Yet it seems like trouble follows this “royal family” around, as just earlier this year in January, Nasri Banks and his wife were both arrested and charged for fraud in Indonesia.
The Sunda Empire (also called the Earth Empire, or Empire of the Sun) was a movement started mainly on social media, based on historical romanticism of the past, where supporters revered the ancient Sundanese Kingdom in the current Indonesian region, active around 358-669 CE.
The current revival of the Sunda Empire first made waves in Indonesia in 2017, after footage of activities and pictures of alleged Sunda military were circulated online.

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Malaysian Coffee Chain Gets Roasted By Public Over 5-Cent Change And Tactless Remark On Socmed

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Is it illegal not to give customers their change?

After all, why wouldn’t a business not give a customer their change? It doesn’t make sense, and many customers regard that as stealing.
It is not wrong to accidentally or unintentionally not give customers their change, as anyone can make a mistake.
However, the matter can quickly get out of hand if the customer requests their change, which is withheld.
In the case of ‘tech-driven coffee chain’ Zus Coffee, the company had to apologise for not giving back the change, and the customer had to ask for it.
Zus Coffee also offered a 75-cent discount, but it only brought more criticism.

Lightning-Fast Escalation
It all started when a customer at their outlet in Tanjung Malim expressed dissatisfaction when he wasn’t given the balance of five cents.
Through a post uploaded on social media, the customer, who goes by the username @Fdaus Ahmad on Facebook, said he had bought a drink for RM11.75.

He paid RM12 in cash, and the cashier only returned 20 cents.
Dissatisfied with what he considered being taken advantage of, the customer tried to reason with the cashier.
The customer argued that he shouldn’t be absorbing the 5 cents.
The cashier was taken aback by the dispute and had likely never encountered such customer requests.
In the end, the cashier gave him 30 cents.
The customer said it was not about the amount but rather the gentlemanly conduct between a business and consumers.
The post quickly went viral, and then Zus Coffee offered a 75-cent discount to its customers, which only brought more criticism.
Actually you want to apologise or directly promote people into downloading your app? https://t.co/s7OMOZ3sMx— Bitcoin Malaya 🇲🇾 (@bitcoinmalaya) October 1, 2022
Zeus’s Wrath
Many netizens said they have decided to stop drinking Zus Coffee.
They supported the customer’s action of speaking up and upholding his rights.

Some said the apology only came about because the issue went viral.
Netizens, including the affected customer, also believe that many people had their 5 cents taken from them unwillingly.

In other words, Zus Coffee is accused of being unprofessional in handling a business transaction.
At the same time, netizens feel the apology was poorly worded and sounded evasive and defensive.
Some had called for the management, including Zus Coffee’s Chief Operating Officer, who signed the apology letter, to be sacked.

Sometimes Silence Is Better Than Words
Zus Coffee was also rapped for uploading a CCTV recording of the customer, exposing his face without his consent.
Netizens are also unhappy that Zus Coffee appears to justify the cashier’s action while putting the onus on customers to use its app and go cashless.
Some said that this was a non-issue in the first place but was poorly managed by Zus Coffee’s communications team/social media handler.
First u make fun of complaint, with sorry not sorry. Then u show recording of the customer, & compliment ur staff for handling situation well. 1. U were wrong, acknowledge & apologise proper. 2. Situation should never have happened. 3. Did you think ur response was good??— Leopard Lady (@RoaringAwayz) September 30, 2022
The barrage of criticism prompted Zus Coffee to say they are seriously considering the comments.
It reiterated that it was genuinely sorry about the matter and was merely trying to cheer things up.

Hi everyone. Thank you for all your feedback and we are taking them into serious consideration.We do feel genuinely sorry about the matter from the start but it was an attempt at injecting some light humour into the situation.— ZUS Coffee® (@ZusCoffee) September 30, 2022

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This Is How The World Is Trying To Heal: By Planting Trees

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The climate crisis is forever a looming worry. Although in recent months it has taken a backseat to the more pressing concern of Covid-19, the threat is still there. That doesn’t mean that concerned groups have been inactive this whole time.

Sinking carbon, lowering temps
In short, more carbon dioxide in the air equals hotter air, raising the temperature everywhere you are.
The best way to combat climate change is carbon sinks, because the very main goal is to lock up carbon in the soil instead of having carbon dioxide float about in the air trapping in heat.
Picture credit: Mangrove Action Squad
Nature’s largest carbon sinks are plants, the ocean, and soil. Of the three, the only ones that humans can harness are plants and soil. That’s why there has been such a strong push to grow plants at every opportunity.
Trees are proven to cool you down
Even in urban centers, trees are crucial to turn down the heat. It’s been proven that vegetation in urban areas can cool down temperatures in heat islands significantly! It’s especially important with how unbearably hot Malaysia is getting– a direct consequence of the climate crisis.
In fact, residential developments that have a lot of trees actively absorbing carbon dioxide are proven to be up to 1°C to 2°C cooler than surrounding urban road systems. That’s probably more efficient than those “cooling fans” that have become so popular recently!
Even a still lake has plenty of carbon-sinking potential if there’s a large amount of green algae, like this one in Gamuda Gardens.(Credit: Gamuda Land)
This was proven in Vietnam, where the Celadon City residential development included a large amount of native trees with various local species to further boost biodiversity conservation efforts.
A Worldwide Effort
Worldwide, multiple cities have pledged to keep planting trees. The Million Tree Initiative has been adopted by urban cities such as Los Angeles, New York City, Shanghai, London, and more.
Naturally, the aim of the Million Tree Initiative is to increase urban forests, especially with the rising concerns surrounding climate change.
Not only will more trees make the climate cooler, it will also beceom a wonderful place to relax and enjoy the sights, like this spot in Gamuda Gardens.(Credit: Gamuda Land)
Even our neighbour Singapore has kickstarted an ambitious revival plan in August 2020 for their mangrove forests– after they lost over 90% of it to urban development.
They have began conservation works in the Sungei Buloh Park Network (no relation to our bandar Sungai Buloh in Selangor), which aims to be a safe haven for crucial Southeast Asian flora and fauna such as hornbills, otters, saltwater crocodiles, and over 35 different species of mangrove trees. The program aims to have one million trees planted in the 990-acre park over the next 10 years.
The mangrove trees in Singapore’s Sungei Buloh Park Network.(Credit: cattan2011/Flickr)
What About One Million Trees In Urban Malaysia?
Malaysia also faces heavy deforestation to make way for development, but there has been a huge surge of demand to keep and promote our lovely greenery even as we chase after urban development.
Knowing how important trees are for peaceful, healthy living, many property developers have taken the initiative to preserve and promote biodiversity in their developments.
One such example is Gamuda Land, which aims to plant one million trees across their townships by 2023. To date, they have planted over 334,000 trees– so they are looking to triple their current amount. In fact, Gamuda Land was the developer behind Vietnam’s Celadon City, which enjoys much cooler and clear air!
Look at how many trees there are in Celadon City in Vietnam! It’s like a forest!(Credit: Gamuda Land)
Naturally, trees are living, growing beings, and must be suited for the climate they’re in. Which is why Gamuda Land focuses on native species and local plants to maintain a healthy ecosystem, with up to 70% of all trees planted to be native by the end of 2021.
All the trees are specially cared for for up to two years in holding nurseries until they can be properly transplanted to Gamuda Land properties. This two-year period will ensure that the trees grow healthily and provide cool, clean air for decades.
Wetlands, the artery of Malaysia
One of Malaysia’s distinctive geography is wetlands. This includes damp, wet land such as mangroves and peats, which is home to special types of plants evolved to thrive in such conditions. Wetlands are the life and blood of Malaysia– even Kuala Lumpur itself literally means muddy estuary in Malay because it used to be wet marsh before it was developed!
This kind of geography is special, even when we kind of take it for granted! Just look at the diversity found at Paya Indah Discovery Wetlands!(Credit: Gamuda Land)
In a nod to this fascinating and important ecology in Malaysia, the Wetlands Arboretum is a large botanical library of unique local flora and fauna that is contiguous with the 1,111-acre Paya Indah Discovery Wetlands in the Southern Kland Valley.
The Wetlands Arboretum will be housed within a spacious 90-acre forest park in Gamuda Cove, aimed to fight climate change while being a natural sanctuary for wildlife conservation, nature research and forest fitness.
This unique “living plant library” will exhibit more than 300 protected wetlands species, aquatic plants and marshes. It will fulfil multifunctional objectives for Gamuda Parks, such as forest restoration, floodwater drainage reserve, research lab and seed bank facility, and will be open to public in 2021.
The forest park housed within Gamuda Cove will kinda be a green wonderland.(Credit: Gamuda Land)

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Today’s Updates On Tussle For PM Candidate Continues Between Dr M And Anwar

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For a while now, the discussion of who should be Prime Minister if Pakatan manages to retake Putrajaya has gone back and forth between Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad or Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
The Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) President has rejected the idea of Dr M becoming Prime Minister again, even for a period of 6 months, and has instead offered the former Premier a “Minister Mentor” role like Lee Kuan Yew did after he stepped down.
However, Dr Mahathir dismissed the role, saying that he tried that with previous Prime Ministers and his advice had been largely ignored.
He then later decided that he would only work with DAP and Amanah, stating that he will try to explore other avenues to become Prime Minister and that these two parties understand the need for a core Malay party.
Meanwhile, Lim Kit Siang said that the support made to Dr Mahathir doesn’t mean that the Pakatan component parties are abandoning the PKR President.
The DAP veteran said the bipartisan call for Dr M to be given the lead of the Cabinet for six months was made because it was the safest way to get Anwar to become Prime Minister.

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Father Attempts To Smuggle Ketum After Losing Job Because Of Covid And Even Used His i-Sinar Money

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A 33-year-old father who lost his job in June 2020, because of the Covid-19 pandemic, rented a three-tonne lorry for RM2,500 per month with his i-Sinar funds in an attempt to smuggle 1.5 tonnes of ketum worth RM22,000 from Kedah to Negeri Sembilan.

According to Bernama, police had stopped the former express bus driver for driving suspiciously and later found 80 bags of ketum leaves in the bed of his lorry.
(Sinar Harian)
The suspect confessed to being paid RM2,000 per trip to ship the contraband to its destination and had rented the lorry using his Employment Provident Fund (EPF) money. He had also used the lorry to make other deliveries like food and furniture.
Police also said that the man’s drug test was clean and that he had no prior criminal records.
Harian Metro reported that this was the first time the married father of three from Sungai Petani, Kedah had attempted to make a ketum delivery.
The man will be remanded for four days and his case investigated under Section 30(3) of the Poisons Act 1952.
Ketum is listed as a third schedule poison in Malaysia, but did you know that it’s okay for you to plant the trees in your garden?
READ MORE: Ketum Ban: Should We Or Shouldn’t We?

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Ketum Ban: Should We Or Shouldn’t We?


Energy And Natural Resources Minister Resigns As A Symbol Of Loyalty To UMNO

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Lenggong MP Datuk Seri Dr Shamsul Anuar Nasarah has announced that he is vacating his post as Energy and Natural Resources Minister.

In a statement released today, he thanked Prime Minister Tan Sri Mahiaddin Md Yasin and his party UMNO for suggesting that he should be a Minister.
Taking into account some decisions and stances of the party. So, as an UMNO member who is obedient and loyal to the party. I hereby resign as Cabinet Minister of the Federal Government.Datuk Seri Dr Shamsul Anuar Nasarah
Earlier this year, Shamsul said to the media that he is ready to resign if it is a directive from the party leadership.
He was quoted by Utusan saying this will be a proof of his loyalty to UMNO which fights only for the people and not positions.

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Guinness Brings Back the Spirit of Celebration this St. Patrick’s Month!

“Wishing you a Merry Christmas from an appropriate distance” was a quote for Christmas 2020.
Last year, we were all put through our paces. It was tough for everyone to come to terms with the overwhelming conditions surrounding us, especially learning to truly live the new norm.
Perhaps the most significant change we saw was not financial worries or even having to wear a mask everywhere. Perhaps it was for the first time in our lives, our loved ones were out of reach. Festive seasons, like Christmas and Chinese New Year were grinded to a harsh halt with countless people unable to celebrate with their families. No fireworks lit up the sky, no laughter and warmth of loved ones to heal the soul. The holiday mood was taken from us all.
Derek Gan, an airline pilot, says the worst part of this pandemic wasn’t the lack of flights, but the one time of the year that brings his family and friends from across the nation together, was taken from him. “We all have rough days, weeks and months, but what makes it all bearable for me is remembering there’s always CNY. Last year we didn’t even have that.” he said. “Wishing Gong Xi Fa Cai- from an appropriate distance, didn’t feel right. Nothing felt right.” he expressed.
29 year old Vanessa also shared her dismay, saying, “My family and I normally travel back to Serian, Sarawak for Christmas. Now I feel I have taken for granted every last second of celebration. I miss my village longhouse, and all the village folk coming together as if we were actual family.”
Come on, folks. We are Malaysians! Malaysia Boleh! Haven’t we had enough of this plague of negativity hanging over our heads? Guinness gets that, and they certainly get us. In the spirit of going green (not like the hulk), the thoughtful peeps at Guinness say we get our St. Paddy’s on for a whole month! It’s time to breed positivity instead of sorrow, and give everyone that small win that we all so desperately need.
Guinness is ready to equip us with party kits to make our comeback more fun! These St. Paddy’s essentials are available for purchase at their outlets and on their platforms, throughout Penang and the Klang Valley. Share your story of missing a holiday or festive season on Guinness’ Facebook or Instagram. Every day, for 31 days, 5 winners will be bestowed with a Guinness party kit! (That’s a total of 35 people each week!)
To help lift spirits, here’s a little insider info on what you can get. Brace yourself for a sinful list of guilty pleasures that are sure to get you drooling!

Burger Platter
By myBurgerLab X Tipsy Boar in Klang Valley

This heaven-sent burger hosts a Guinness-glazed lamb patty, embraced by julienne-fried potato crisps and watercress, enhanced with calamansi aioli sauce, Boursin garlic cheese, grilled jalapeno chaser, tomatoes, onions and mint sauce, held together with a fluffy bamboo green charcoal bun. The platter also comes with a side of curly fries and Guinness BBQ sauce dip!
Various combo packages include:
Ala carte (1 burger + 1 fries): RM30One set (1 burger + 1 fries + 1 can of Guinness Foreign Extra Stout): RM38Three set bundle (3 burgers + 3 fries + 4 cans of Guinness Foreign Extra Stout): RM120

By Mish Mash in Penang

Feast your eyes on their “You Got Beef Burger”. It features a juicy beef patty brushed with  homemade Guinness sauce, sauteed BBQ onions, cheese, mustard, mixed greens and a side of sidewinder chips. A set of 3 burgers, 3 fries and a 4-can pack of Guinness Foreign Extra Stout is only RM128!

Guinness Cake
By Anniekins Cakehouse in Klang Valley

Craving something sweet? How about a moist Guinness chocolate cake with butter icing? We’re already in love! A set of 1 Guinness cake and a 4-can pack of Guinness Foreign Extra Stout comes at a mere RM170 throughout March!

by Cake By X in Penang

Up north, you are bestowed with a moist Guinness butter cake with chocolate ganache buttercream. That just has us lost for words! A Guinness cake and a 4-can pack of Guinness Foreign Extra Stout goes for RM148.

Guinness BBQ at Home
by Makhan By Kitchen Mafia

Remember the good ol’ days having BBQs with friends and family? Yes, Guinness thought of that too! Their Guinness BBQ at Home set consists of:
Guinness coffee rub flank steaksRosemary & basil pesto rub lamb chopsGuinness-glazed hot wingsSalmon, potato and peas puchThree cheese M&CSt Patrick’s All Green Salad
Each BBQ set includes basic BBQ utensils, charcoal, fire starter and a tabletop BBQ pit, for only RM210. Best of all, it comes with 4 glasses of Guinness Draught in-store, or a 4-can pack of Guinness Foreign Extra Stout for delivery.

By Mish Mash in Penang

Mish Mash calls it “Gone Grillin” and their BBQ set comprises succulent cuts of pork belly with a side of Guinness-marinated chicken wings. Trust us, that is all you need for a hit BBQ! Similar to the Klang Valley kit, this set comes with basic BBQ utensils, charcoal, wood chips and a tabletop BBQ pit. 3 portions of each comes with a 4-can pack of Guinness Foreign Extra Stout for RM280!

Guinness Cocktails
by Coley in Klang Valley

Let’s put our glasses together in celebrating a month-long St Patrick’s Day! Guinness has 3 cocktails for you to enjoy:
Rabbit’s Foot: Guinness Foreign Extra Reduction, earl grey tea, ginger, edible gold dustGolden Horseshoe: Guinness Foreign Extra Stout, banana-infused Irish whiskey, dulce de leche, bitters, clarified milk, sea salt, edible gold dustLucky Leche: Guinness Foreign Extra Stout, dulce de leche, calcified milk, sea salt, edible gold dust
For only RM98 for a set of 3 cocktails, they are available both  in-store and for delivery! (Price excluding 6%SST)

by Mish Mash in Penang

In Penang, wrap your fingers around the Guinness Espresso: a concentrate of Guinness to be mixed with house blend espresso and topped off with Guinness Foreign Extra Stout! A set of 4 alco-espresso with a 4-can pack of Guinness Foreign Extra Stout for RM100.

Guinness-Infused Ice Cream
by The Ice Cream Bar in Klang Valley

Beat the Malaysian heat with a sweet treat! (Yes the rhyme was intentional) There’s two Guinness-infused ice cream flavours, both for RM64:
Patrick’s Treasure: Guinness cream + pistachio chocolate feuilletineGuinness Brownies: Guinness cream + brownies mix
Guess what? It’s also available via Grab!

by Three Tiers Ice Cream in Penang

Penang also has two flavours available, which come with a 4-can pack of Guinness Foreign Extra Stout for RM97. The flavours are:
Leprechaun’s Bite: Guinness Stout ice cream with dark chocolate brownie completed with swirls of leprechaun magicThe Pure Irishman: Reduced Guinness Stout mixed into Three Tiers’ ice cream base; creamy and malty with a distinct stout aftertaste
There’s Plenty to go Around!
If a mouth-watering list of dishes and desserts aren’t enough, Guinness has also released some limited edition tumblers for free with certain purchases! There are 3 designs to choose from, and plenty of places to get them!
Pubs, bars, restaurants: Purchase one set of Guinness Draught or Guinness Foreign Extra Stout, get a free Guinness tumblerCoffee shops, food courts, Chinese restaurants: Purchase 3 big bottles of Guinness Foreign Extra Stout and get a free Guinness tumblerHypermarkets/supermarkets: Purchase 2 4-can packs of Guinness Foreign Extra Stout and get a free Guinness tumblerDrinkies: Purchase 2 6-can packs or 1 24-can pack of Guinness Foreign Extra Stout and get a free Guinness tumbler7-11, KK Mart, MyNews: Purchase RM20 worth of Guinness products and stand a chance to win a set of Guinness tumblersHappy Fresh: Purchase 2 4-can packs of Guinness Foreign Extra Stout and get a free Guinness tumblerShopee: Purchase 2 6-can packs or 1 24-can pack of Guinness Foreign Extra Stout and get a free Guinness tumbler

Together with Guinness, let’s turn those frowns upside down, paint the town green or whatever floats your boat! Say no to sadness, say no to despair and celebrate for all we’ve missed out on right HERE! It’s time for us to take back our joy, and take back our cheer!
Guinness and all its promotions are available to non Muslims above the age of 21. Always remember to party safe, and abide by the current MCO SOPs.


Netizens Angry At Cargo Company For Releasing Cat Found In Car In Port Klang

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Letting indoor cats outside can pose various dangers to your beloved furry family member, something that many people don’t realize until it’s too late.

Recently, a viral TikTok video showed a cargo worker taking out a cat found in the bonnet of a car that was meant to be shipped to Sabah.
The caption read:

Ownernya siap bekalkan makanan dalam bonet kereta sekali tau.
@susteam23 via TikTok

https://www.tiktok.com/@susteam23/video/7231164919230614786?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7172092500689454593

When the video was shared earlier, there were comments asking what happened to the cat, to which the cargo company replied that they let the cat go free.
Netizens did not react well to this, demanding to know why the company did not just contact the owner of the car to return the cat.
Taking this issue to Twitter, user @hasutbeli said:

Weh memang la owner tu salah tapi tu indoor cat macam mana dia nak survive. hope someone boleh cari kucing tu. Staff lepaskan kucing tu dekat port klang sebab diorang jumpa kucing dalam bonet kereta untuk diposkan ke sabah/srwk.
@hasutbeli via Twitter
She later added that indoor cats will find it difficult to survive on their own outside of the comforts of their home as finding food will pose a challenge.
She also agreed with the comments saying that the staff handling the cat situation should have contacted the owner instead of releasing the cat into the wild.

Setuju dengan semua komen. If inform dekat owner dia boleh call family members ambik kucing tu. Mesti tengah ketakutan kucing tu.I really hope yang ada someone jaga kucing tu dulu dekat port bukan sekadar lepaskan macam tu sahaja.
@hasutbeli via Twitter
After brickbats, the cargo company released a statement on TikTok to explain the matter.
They claimed there was a slight miscommunication among their staff that led to them believing that the cat had been released around Port Klang.
In the statement, they clarified that the cat had indeed been returned to its owner instead of being freed to fend for itself on the streets.
They also clarified that the video was shot in November last year but was only posted recently.

With this, we would like to apologize for having posted a video that may have invited misunderstanding and for not providing clear information to all of you. We will make sure this will not happen again in the future. We will also be more careful from now on with what we post on our account while taking this incident as a lesson. We hope this explanation is clear for you all.
@susteam23 via TikTok

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Violence at Al-Aqsa as Ramadan comes to an end

Violence spewed between Palestinian Muslims and Israeli security forces when protests erupted at the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound as reported by Al Jazeera.
The incident, which happened on Sunday, resulted in 45 reported injuries and 7 arrests being made as the final days of Ramadan approaches the Old City, the Daily Mail reports.
The situations apparently turned violent after Israeli police allowed a group of  Jewish settlers to enter the mosque compound.

Watch | Palestinian Muslim worshippers face to face with Israeli police officers trying to raid the southern building of the holy Al-Aqsa Mosque in occupied Jerusalem, today. pic.twitter.com/3Fwq9bd1LF
â€” Quds News Network (@QudsNen) June 2, 2019

Customarily, Israelis are denied entry into the holy site
during the last 10 days of the fasting month.
The report details that Jewish settlers were seen amassing outside of the mosque compound, before later being allowed in.

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Riots followed shortly after as Muslim worshipers inside the mosque revolted in protest, throwing chairs, rocks and other items towards the on-coming Israelis.
This prompted security forces to use tear gas and rubber ammunition in order to control the situation.

Watch | Israeli police raid the southern ceiled building in the Al-Aqsa Mosque and intimidate the Muslim worshippers, today. pic.twitter.com/Y6SPtRau4r
â€” Quds News Network (@QudsNen) June 2, 2019

June 1 marks the annual celebration of Jerusalem Day â€“ a day celebrated by Israelis commemorating the occupation of Palestine and the end of the Six-Day War conflict in 1967 – which Israelis generally celebrate by congregating in and around the historical city.
Al-Aqsa mosque officials had reportedly accused Israel of being insensitive and violating established agreements.
This marks the first time in 30 years where Jews were allowed into the site during the time period.
Palestinians had on Friday (May 31) celebrated Lailat ul-Qadr or the Night of Power, which is celebrated by Muslims around the world, marking the day that the Quran was bestowed upon the Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W) by Allah (S.W.T).


Claim Your FREE Birthday Treats At These 5 Malaysian Favourite Stores

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Happy Birthday! It’s a long-lived tradition to celebrate someone on their “born day”, and the day is made even sweeter when one is showered with love and gifts.

Here are a few places that every birthday boi and gal should visit on their special day for a free treat:
1. Baskin Robbins
(Credit: Taste of Homes)
At Baskin Robbins, you can redeem a free scoop of ice cream of your choice nationwide. The free voucher can only be claimed on your birthday, and you must be registered on the Baskin-Robbins Malaysia app.Go to the Google Play Store, the Apple App Store or your mobile app gallery to download the app now.
2. IlaoIlao
(Credit: Time Out)
Who doesn’t love the sweet and sour taste of yoghurt?! Score yourself a free cup on your birthday by signing up as a myllaollaoclub member on the llaollao mobile app, available on the Google Play Store, the Apple App Store or your mobile app gallery.
You can redeem a free cup of yoghurt at any of their outlets nationwide if you’ve made at least one transaction with llaollao before.
The e-voucher will automatically be available on your myllaollaoclub account on your birthday and is valid for up to 10 days.
3. Starbucks
(Credit: mygreatsales)
Looking for more bang for your buck? Head to Starbucks and get yourself a free birthday coffee, tea or chocolaty drink on the house.
Of course, you’d need to first download the Starbuck Malaysia mobile app at least seven days before your birthday. So get the app now on on the Google Play Store, the Apple App Store or your mobile app gallery to redeem a free cup of joe birthday joy!
You can also score a free slice of cake on your birthday with any purchase at Starbucks by simply flashing your Starbucks membership card or mobile app.
4. ZUS Coffee
(Credit: Aqilarin)
Don’t feel down if Mount Olympus is out of your reach, you can still be blessed with a free cup of your favourite beverage at ZUS Coffee!
Register as a member on their official mobile app, which you can download at the Google Play Store, the Apple App Store or your mobile app gallery, and redeem a free ZUS Coffee treat — valid for only one month from your birthday.
5. Family Mart
(Credit: Facebook/Twitter)
Get yourself a free cup of Family Mart’s signature Sofuto on your birthday. But first, you’d need to sign up on the My FamilyMart mobile app, available on the Google Play Store, the Apple App Store or your mobile app gallery. The voucher is only valid till the end of your birthday month.
For more free birthday treats, head on over to any of these stores:
TealiveSeoul Garden MalaysiaMorganfield’sGong ChaTGI FridaysThe Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

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Rafizi Launch Petition Against Holding GE15 During Monsoon Season

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PKR Deputy President Rafizi Ramli has initiated a petition to oppose the 15th General Election (GE15) to be held at year’s end which coincides with the monsoon season.

Rafizi said that holding GE15 during the flood seasons would cost the country more than RM1 billion to manage the election.
He said that these funds are better used for flood relief plans while the thousands of civil servants that will be on duty during the election would be better utilised as volunteers to help flood victims.
The former Pandan MP said that by signing the petition, the rakyat would send a clear signal to politicians to focus on flood relief plans rather than chasing political positions through elections.
“Help me to channel your voice to these politicians. Sign this petition and spread it to as many people as possible through all channels.
“I am just one citizen. With the help of hundreds of thousands of other people’s voices, our collective voice will be heard,” Rafizi wrote on his Facebook.

He also shared the link to the petition which has garnered over 6,500 signatures at the time of writing.
Rafizi claimed that Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob is under tremendous pressure from UMNO to hold the GE15 as soon as possible.
“If the Parliament is dissolved within a month from now, GE15 will be held during the flood season.”
Rafizi also said that more severe floods are predicted this year.
“The monsoon season has not yet arrived, flash floods continue to occur in places that have not previously experienced severe flood disasters.”
UMNO President Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi – who is among the proponent of GE15 to be held before the year’s end – had said that the flood and inflation narrative were just a ploy from the Opposition to delay the general election as the pact is facing a deficit of Malay support, which has been described to be at an all-time low for Pakatan Harapan (PH).
READ MORE: Zahid: Floods & Inflation Narrative Only PH Ploy To Delay The Election

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Little Piggy Biscuits: Rediscovering A Fast Disappearing Mid-Autumn Festival Tradition

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Moon cakes are so typical these days that we seem to take them for granted. We always present and receive moon cakes as gifts, which come in ever fancier packaging.

And so are the ingredients, from durian to chocolate to caviar and even cannabis compounds (this one is not sold in Malaysia).
Moon cakes are even made for dogs. In Hong Kong, at a famous five-star hotel where dogs can check in with their human owner, these moon cakes are made with horsemeat for HK$48 (RM26) each.
But back in the olden days, not everyone could afford moon cakes despite their importance to the Mid-Autumn celebration.
Then, in the 60s, pastry makers came up with the idea to use leftover doughs from moon cakes.
Piggy biscuits, as in mooncakes, are usually presented in a pair to symbolize prosperity and good luck.(Credit: Fernando Fong)
They made plain biscuits that everyone could afford so that no one would be left out from the important festival.
And so, the cute piggy biscuits –  adorably ‘caged’ in baskets were born.
It is believed that the trend started in Guangdong and Hong Kong. From there, it spread to the Chinese communities in Malaysia and Singapore.
But why pigs in baskets?
No one knows for sure, but it’s likely because of the auspicious Chinese saying – water entering the pig cage – which means getting large amounts of wealth.
Besides being a prized source of meat through the ages, pigs symbolize good fortune in Chinese culture – the word for “home” in Chinese consists of a roof with a pig beneath.
Interestingly, adulterers in China during the imperial days of Ming (1368–1644)  and Qing dynasty (1644–1911) were punished by drowning to death in pig cages.
Master baker Ng Lian Pin from Ipoh has been making the beloved piggy biscuits for as long as he can remember.
Ng showing some of the baskets (left) to ‘cage’ the piggy biscuits.(Credit: Fernando Fong)
The octogenarian – who has been making traditional Chinese pastries for 60 years, continues to make the piggy biscuits for nostalgic reasons. But much of his strength has gone as he ages.
The piggies are shaped manually using hand-crafted wooden moulds.
“It’s not a lot of work, but then you have other pastries to make especially moon cakes, which means you don’t have the time.
Ng showing other versions of the piggy biscuits he created.(Credit: Fernando Fong)
“Which is why most piggy biscuits that are sold nowadays are just plain shaped,” said Ng.
These days, the piggies are sold for about RM1 each and he said the baskets, made of plastics, cost more than the piggies themselves.
But he doesn’t mind as it is part of the heritage, and the piggy biscuits are a reminder that one can be happy with little.
“I hope the tradition stays alive. The moment we forget who we are, we lose ourselves,” says Ng.

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Mass outrage & criticism over MPSJ dog catcher viral video

Stories about cruelty and the mistreatment of animals are nothing new in Malaysia, and though it is heartbreaking to hear, highlighting such incidents are important if things are to change.
Tengku Permaisuri of Selangor, Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin was disappointed with the wayÂ Subang Jaya Municipal Council (MPSJ) officials treated a dog in a video that went viral online.
Footage of MPSJ dog catchers snagging and mistreating a stray dog while being rowdy with civilians who had stepped in to intervene spread on social media.

A swarm of criticism and public outrage quickly followed by Malaysians who were distressed over the incident.
The Tengku Permaisuri who is the Royal Patron of Stray Free Selangor (SFS) campaign, expressed her disheartenment over the cruelty inflicted on the canine and urged authorities to follow correct procedures and show more compassion and humanity in the treatment of animals.

(Image Credit: SPCA)

Since the incident, Selangor Local Government, Public Transportation and New Village Development state executive councillor, Ng Sze Han, made a public apology on behalf of the state government over the cruelty shown by MPSJ officers during the operation.

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It is understood that the man who appeared in the viral video and at the centre of the controversy, Koh Tat Meng, was detained by police and charged under Section 186 of the Penal Code for obstructing public servants from performing their duties.
Koh, who was later released on bail, lodged a police report against the municipal council and demanded an apology from MPSJ for having him arrested.

Koh together with his lawyer(Image Credit: Malay Mail)

He expressed his dissatisfaction with the unprofessionalism shown by the authorities during the incident.
MPSJ has issued a statement apologizing for the behaviour of their officials but also claimed that Koh had provoked them while they were performing their duties.

Kenyataan Media mengenai Insiden Semasa Operasi Penangkapan Anjing Terbiar di Luar Kawasan Apartment Desa Millenium, Taman Puchong Perdana pic.twitter.com/x1sUnVFuJS
â€” Majlis Perbandaran Subang Jaya (@MPSubangJaya) October 4, 2019

In the video, Koh is seen arguing and pleading with the dog catchers which led to a small scuffle between him and the officials, while the dog was eventually captured and tossed into a back of a van.
You can have a look at the full video here;

Alarmingly, MPSJ claimed that the captured dog in question was still alive and unharmed, but animal welfare NGOs were supposedly turned away when they tried to visit the animal in detention.

Animals experience pain and emotions just like any other human being and deserve to be treated with kindness and respect.
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Covid-19: Zero Deaths & Only 36 New Cases Today

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Health Director General Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah revealed that only 36 new Covid-19 cases were reported today.
Of the 36 cases, 28 patients were foreign nationals.
With the new cases, Malaysia currently has 1,3014 active cases where 14 patients are in intensive care unit (ICU), with 5 on ventilators.
Encouragingly, zero deaths are reported today. So, the national Covid-19 death toll remains at 112.
Dr Noor Hisham also revealed more good news of 88 recoveries from the novel coronavirus, bringing the total number of recoveries to 5,439.
This makes Malaysiaâ€™s total recovery rate 79.34% – among the highest globally.
Aside from that, he also revealed Malaysia has screened 424,306 individuals as of 15 May – which averages to 13 tests for every 1,000 population, among the highest testing rate in Southeast Asia.
Malaysia currently has a total of 6,855 reported Covid-19 cases.

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17YO Sells Coffee At Roadside Stall To Earn Money To Compete In France BMX Championships

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Despite being lifting several BMX racing titles, 17-year-old Darwish Putra Muhd Sanusi has to work on the side just to cover his expenses if he wants to participate in the World BMX Champions in France.

Based on an interview with Harian Metro, the event is set to begin in July and for that reason, he has been working at his stall in Alam Budiman, Selangor, selling coffee.
Darwish mentioned that he doesn’t mind doing the work, as long as he can find the resources and it’s reported that he needs at least RM60,000 to participate in three tournaments that offer qualifying points.
Credit: Harian Metro
He wants to be the first Malaysian to qualify for the 2028 Olympics
Darwish told the Malay newspaper that he dreams of becoming the first BMX rider in the country to qualify for the 2028 Olympics in Los Angles.
Previously, he won the BMX C1 International Challenge in Jakarta, winning the first race and coming in as runner-up in the second race.
He also secured the Sportsexcel Youth BMX Championship, apart from lifting the national title three times since the age of 13.
Darwish actually went viral a few years back when he only received RM30 for winning the under 11-year-old and ‘Pushbike’ categories while his younger brother got RM15 for coming in first in his category.
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We have talented riders but the sport is not popular enough
Muhd Sanusi Kamarul Azhar, Darwish’s father and personal trainer said to Harian Metro that Malaysia has many talents in the sport but because it is not popular enough such as track and highway events, it’s difficult for the sport to grow.
Sanusi needs at least RM60,000 to participate in three major tournaments that offer qualifying points before the World Championships in France which is happening from 27 to 31 July, namely – the Chainat BMX Championships in Bangkok from 12 and 13 February, BMX Championships in Indonesia (May) and South Korea (June).
I need support from all parties, especially the Ministry of Youth and Sports (KBS) in developing BMX to the international level. I know it is difficult to get funds due to financial constraints at the moment. But if we do not start from now then when are we going to achieve that goal. Darwish doesn’t mind spending his own capital to sell coffee since September last year because he wants to prove that he can qualify for the World Championships.Muhd Sanusi Kamarul Azhar
From the start of Darwish’s career, Sanusi incurred his own expenses to send his son to participate in outdoor tournaments because he was confident that his son would be able to be a pioneer in the sport.
We have many talented riders. While Thailand and Indonesia have already qualified for the Olympics in the BMX event, we will do that as well. I will do everything I can to prove my son’s ability. I know he can do it.Muhd Sanusi Kamarul Azhar
BMX or bicycle motocross is a type of cycling sport that BMX-type or off-road bikes in their competitions and there are two prominent events – BMX racing and BMX freestyle.
BMX racing mimics motocross race events where riders would race in a circuit while BMX freestyle requires riders to pull off tricks to earn a good score.

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Made In Malaysia: World’s Tallest Prefab Skyscrapers Located In Singapore

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A factory in Senai, Johor Bahru is busy making concrete blocks for the world’s tallest prefabricated skyscrapers. But instead of being assembled somewhere in the country, the 3,000 “modules” will be vertically stacked in a housing estate in Singapore.

Avenue South Residences, a pair of high-rise residential tower blocks each standing at 192 metres tall, is the brainchild of architecture studio ADDP Architects and built using Prefabricated Prefinished Volumetric Construction.
What this means is that individual 3-D modules are completed with internal finishes, fixtures and fittings in an off-site fabrication facility, before being delivered and installed on-site.
Prefabricated Prefinished Volumetric Construction module installation.(Credit: Singapore Building and Construction Authority)
The benefits of using this construction method – especially in an urban setting – include less required manpower, reduced noise and dust pollution onsite as well as lower cost premium. The Singapore Building and Construction Authority also points out that off-site fabrication in a controlled factory environment can produce higher quality end products.
In the case of these Malaysian-made prefabricated skyscrapers, the six-sided boxes will be cast in Senai, then transported to a facility in Singapore for fittings and furnishings before being moved to the construction site in Bukit Merah.
Credit: avenuesouthsresidences.com
According to Dezeen architecture magazine, ADPP Architects estimates that the units will be 80% done by the time they arrive onsite, with waterproofing, tiling, painting, glazing, cabinetry, plumbing and electrics all completed beforehand.
ADDP Architects associate partner Markus Cheng Thuan Hann told CNN that the units will then be lifted into position by a crane and “stitched up” to form a strong, load-bearing frame.
It’s like a car manufacturing concept, but for the building industry.Markus Cheng Thuan Hann, ADDP Architects associate partner to CNN.
Estimated to be completed in 2023, the prefabricated units will have 988 residential apartments with a series of 16 “pocket sky terraces” and communal terraces on the 19th and 36th storeys.
Credit: ADDP Architects via Dezeen.
Avenue South Residences is jointly developed by UOL Group, UIC and Kheng Leong.
The world’s current tallest prefabricated building is the 140-meter-high Clement Canopy in Singapore, another ADDP Architects design.

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The Latest TikTok Fad Is To Drink “Lettuce Tea” To Help You Sleep

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A recent TikTok trend has people willingly raiding the vegetable aisle for lettuce… to put into hot water to drink. The drink, simply called “lettuce tea”, is exactly what it sounds like: fresh lettuce steeped in hot water, which is then consumed before bed.

The drink is said to help promote better sleep: those who drink it claim to fall asleep faster and stay asleep for longer, allowing them to wake up deeply refreshed.
How To Make Lettuce Tea
It may sound ridiculous, but multitudes of TikTok users have claimed that it works. Here what you do:
Get fresh lettuce and give it a thorough rinse. Apparently red romaine lettuce works best.Boil water.Steep the lettuce in hot water until the lettuce turns bright greeen and right before it wilts.Remove the lettuce and let cool.Drink the water.
  @deliciousaus Tried it? Lettuce know. ##lettuce ##tea ##lettucetea ##tearecipe ##foodie ##foodontiktok ##tiktokfood ##tiktokfoodie ♬ Alright by supergrass – Hayden
The lettuce tea will kind of taste like raw vegetable water, so some may find it tolerable while others do not.
TikTok users claim that within an hour, they begin to get drowsy and experience a very deep, long sleep after.
Does the ‘hack’ hold any water?
Many claim that it’s a “traditional remedy” that modern science has yet to discover. This may be true as lettuce seed oil has traditionally been regarded as a sleep alternative in Korea.
Most people cite (if they bother to do so at all) a research paper which investigates the sleep-inducing effects of varieties of lettuce, which was conducted in Korea. The paper states that lactucin and lactucopicrin, compounds that can be found in lettuce, do indeed help improve sleep scores.
You might as well just eat the lettuce raw without dunking it in hot water.(Credit: Envato)
However, further examination found that the study might be taken out of context in regards to lettuce tea.
The study was conducted on mice, not humans. Additionally, the mice were not fed the actual vegetables. Instead, the lactucin and lactucopicrin compounds were extracted from the lettuce and concentrated before being fed to the mice, who were already on pentobarbital to put them to sleep.
Still, the results of the study did suggest that the “sleep compounds” in lettuce does indeed extended the length of sleep as well as how deep the sleep was. However, the dosage needed for humans to feel its effects is certainly not sufficient by just soaking a handful of lettuce leaves in hot water.
So why are people swearing by lettuce tea?
It is likely that the warm tea before bedtime acts as a placebo to calm the body and promote sleep, and the small amounts of lactucin and lactucopicrin may have had just a minimal hand in aiding sleep. The lettuce water may also help to hydrate your body after a long day.
Most of us are always tired but have trouble actually falling asleep.(Credit: Freepik)
That’s not to say that it’s no good– because anything that can help you sleep is a good thing, especially for the many urbanites plagued with difficulty sleeping.
But if you find the taste of hot lettuce water too strange, you will probably be able to substitute it with more palatable teas such as chamomile or lavender and achieve the same– if not better– result.

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Ampang Landslide Damages Bungalow’s Kitchen And Bedroom

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A family in Taman Halaman, Ampang, experienced tense moments early this morning when a landslide hit their bungalow.

Norazam Khamis, Director of the Selangor Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM), informed Sinar Harian that they received an emergency call about the incident at 2:26 a.m.
A team of seven from the Ampang Fire and Rescue Station (BBP) along with equipment were dispatched to the location.
(Credits: Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) Selangor)
Upon arrival, they discovered that earth and debris from the hillside had destroyed the walls of the kitchen on the first level and the bedroom on the second storey.

The fire department also reported that the house’s occupants, a couple, both 39, and their 11-year-old son, had safely evacuated.

We estimate the size of the rubble behind the victim’s house to be around 35 x 20 square feet. However, the incident did not result in any injuries to the victim’s family.Director of the Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) Selangor Norazam Khamis.
Following the landslide, soil movement control and barriers were installed in the area. The Slope Unit of the Ampang Jaya Municipal Council will also carry out further actions.
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[Watch] Tanjak Rocking M’sian Wrestler Ayez Shaukat Makes His Winning Debut In The US

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Professional wrestler Ayez Shaukat-Fonseka Farid recorded a winning debut in the Reality of Wrestling (ROW) show based in Houston, Texas.

In his first match, Shaukat, appeared in front of the audience clad in green songket together with a tanjak, which was designed by Paul Carling, a costume designer from Sarawak.
The Malaysian wrestler took over four minutes before he defeated Jonathan J Vega, prompting the show’s announcer to state that Shaukat had made an impressive debut in the show.
He is also the first South East Asian wrestler to appear in ROW. The show, which is only available in United State’s The CW channel, is owned by two-time WWE Hall of Famer, Booker T.
  @m_noordin_85 Bintang gusti negara "Ayez Shaukat" adalah anak 🇲🇾 pertama berjaya memijak kaki di Pentas "Reality Of Wrestling" milik Booker T.. Dalam penampilan pertama beliau juga berjaya menewaskan Jonathan Vega.. #ayezshaukat #realityofwrestling #erafm #suriafm #fypmalaysia🇲🇾 #anakmalaysia #supportlokal ♬ original sound  – Mohd Noordin Shariff
Taking it to Facebook, the multi-talented Shaukat said that he is thankful for the confidence that was shown to him by the production team as he is entrusted to be one of the hero character in the show.
Shaukat, who is also an actor and director, said that he had accepted the offer to appear in the wrestling programme since 2020 but his debut was delayed owing to the constraint in obtaining visa due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
He finally went to US earlier this month for two weeks to record six episodes of the show at the World Gym Arena Stadium, Texas.
Commenting on his choice of wardrobe, Shaukat said that he wanted to promote “the identity and image of the Nusantara to the eyes of Hollywood.”
While he is proud of his achievement to penetrate the US entertainment market, he however lamented the lack of opportunities that he received in Malaysia, adding that he is usually the last pick for any role or will only be given a call by the production team if the budget is low.

“Regardless, I’m proud to appear on USA TV (show). Alhamdullilah, although I’m not appreciated here, I’m still being held in high regards overseas,” the founder of Professional Wrestling (Malaysia) and Director of APAC Wrestling wrote on his social media account.
Shaukat had in the past appeared in the telefilm Budak Lorong and also have a role in ‘Juvana 2’ and ‘Juvana 3’ movie. He is also an actor and assistant director of the film Gila Gusti and a short film titled Taruh.
He too had experience directing an English film titled ‘Dark Eye’ for Amazon.

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Malaysians Cheer For Abang Polis Who Gave Teen A Personal Bike Ride To Exam

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Malaysians voice their respect towards the selfless actions of a policeman who went out of his way to personally escort a civilian on his motorcycle due to an unexpected roadblock.
In a posting that’s quickly trending on social media, Twitter user aimadazfar shares his family’s heartfelt gratitude to Constable Muhammad Khairul Azhar Abdullah from Putrajaya’s Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Division (BSPT) for giving his cousin a ride to school when an accident involving an overturned lorry had completely blocked off the road.
aimadazfar wrote that his cousin had a 9 am exam as they came across the inconvenient obstruction before the off-duty “abang polis”  supposedly offered to give the teen a ride on his bike.
Lori tanah accident. Tutup jalan terus tadi pic.twitter.com/vfniBl5a9Y— Ruki. (@aimadazfar) October 14, 2020
Images of the duo snuggly riding off into the distance arguably had netizens filled with warmth and pride.
Aww heartwarming 梁— aoki (@atashaleyna) October 14, 2020
One of those times when you still believe in the police and humanity. Good job @PDRMsia. — ᴮᴱ Elise (@Elise_JeTaime) October 14, 2020
The uniquely tender moment even got its own shoutout as one of PDRM’s favourite “pic of the day”.
Heartfelt gratitude from my family. Terima kasih banyak. Semoga tuan dipermudahkan urusan seharian dan dilimpahi rahmat Nya.— Ruki. (@aimadazfar) October 14, 2020

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Free Cocktails & Grab Vouchers If You “Drink It Wrong” With Hennessy

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When you’ve got a really good bottle of cognac – like a Hennessy Very Special (VS) – you’d be forgiven for drinking it just like that.

After all, there’s a reason why the Hennessy VS is one of the most popular cognacs in the world. It’s got this amazing flavour profile that’s simply brimming with fruity, spicy, woody and even Christmassy notes!
But with lockdowns and physical distancing, now is your perfect chance to get creative and “Drink It Wrong” – as Hennessy says.
How to “Drink It Wrong”
It’s remarkably easy to make DIY cocktail with Hennessy VS and  ingredients you have in your kitchen. (Credit: Hennessy)
The great thing about Hennessy VS is that it’s extremely versatile as a cocktail base and goes remarkably well with ingredients found in Malaysian homes.
For instance, fancy a Tom Yum or Masala Chai cocktail? Well, award-winning Malaysian bartender Osmund Bernand’s got some tips.
With any cocktail, he explains that one has to consider three flavours as the basis of your drink:
CitrusSweetSour
Award-winning Malaysian bartender Osmund Bernand.(Credit: Hennessy)
From here, you select the elements you need to build on your selected flavour profile. Osmund also notes that more sugar is required in Malaysian citrus-based cocktails than Europeans as their citrus fruits are sweeter than ours.
But here’s some easy DIY cocktail recipes to get you started:
Tom Yum Cocktail Recipe
Credit: Hennessy
Hennessy VS – 60mlSugar syrup – 30mlRed chilli, crushed – 1 pieceKaffir lime leaves, crushed – 3~4 piecesLime juice – 30ml
Give it a good shake with ice cubes, strain and serve with a garnish of kaffir lime leaf.
Masala Chai Cocktail Recipe
TRP’s attempt at Masala Chai cocktail with Hennessy VS
Hennessy VS – 60mlSugar syrup – 30mlBlack tea – 30mlGinger – crushedCloves – 3 piecesCardamom, crushed – 4 piecesCinnamon – 1 stick
Give it a good shake with ice cubes, strain and serve with some ice.
OPTIONAL: For a stronger “masala” flavour, infuse the cognac with the spices (clove, cinnamon & cardamom) for a week.
Under the watchful eye of Osmund, TRP did attempt to mix up our own Masala Chai cocktail that wound up being surprisingly pleasant!
One may fear a personal DIY concoction would taste like a dare from cheeky friends, but Hennessy VS is such a smooth, well-balanced cognac that it feels like you’re drinking a very adult, sophisticated tipple.
This might have something to do with the fact that Hennessy VS is made with 40 eaux de vie  (water of life) , that is essentially white wine that’s been distilled into a spirit and aged in oak barrels.
What you’re left with is a spirit blessed with the fruitiness of wine and the warm spice of a whisky. So it would be very hard to mess up a Hennessy-based cocktail.
READ MORE: Malaysians Show Their Delicious DIY Cocktails With Pandan, Gula Melaka, Bunga Telang & More While The Bars Are Closed
Free Cocktails & Grab Vouchers if you “Drink It Wrong”
Now that you’ve got an idea of how to make your very own DIY cocktail with a twist, you can try it out with the new limited release of the Hennessy V.S Gift Pack with Shaker 70cl.
Hennessy V.S Gift Pack with Shaker 70cl.(Credit: Hennessy)
The exclusive gift set comes with a bottle of Hennessy VS (750ml) and a stylish single-serve copper- hued cocktail shaker for you to curate your very own unique home drinking session with friends and family.
To sweeten the deal, every purchase of the gift set comes with a complimentary cocktail and a Grab Code valued at RM20. The free cocktail can be redeemed at any one of the selected bars below:
Beta KLCollins Sake & Wine BarDissolved SolidsFuze @ Skybar (Traders Hotel)Jann (Four Points by Sheraton)Jin Gastrobar (Aurum Theatre)Nomi Tomo Sake BarThe Pawn Room
The Hennessy V.S Gift Pack with Shaker is available at all supermarkets and online stores, including Shopee.
How to redeem your free cocktail from Hennessy.(Credit: Hennessy)
Strictly for non-Muslims, aged 21 and above. Please drink responsibly.

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Here’s MOH’s Home Quarantine Guideline For Asymptomatic Covid-19 Patients

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If you’re one of the few lucky ones to have enough space to safely quarantine at home, the Health Ministry recently tweeted a safety guideline for Covid-19 positive patients to undergo their quarantine period in the comfort of their own homes rather than at quarantine centres.

Health Director-General Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah had previously stated that low risk and asymptomatic patients, known as Category One and Two Cases, are usually placed at Covid-19 quarantine and low-risk treatment centres (PKRC).
However, seeing as health facilities are becoming impacted by the constant four-digit increase in new cases daily, the Health Ministry is now considering the possibility of having asymptomatic Covid-19 positive individuals undergo home quarantine, instead.
READ MORE: Think You Might Be Covid-19 Close Contact? MOH Explains What Happens
1. Get in touch with your district health office
If you suspect you have contracted the illness, get yourself tested. If you have already tested positive, the Health Ministry’s tweet says that the district health office will contact patients to undergo Covid-19 swab tests.
Once confirmed positive, they will provide a Monitoring and Observation Order and a quarantine band for positive patients staying at home.
2. The positive patient will need to stay at home for 10 days
Quarantine at home will mean that you won’t be allowed to leave your house for any reason for the period of 10 days.
The World Health Organisation (WHO) also advises that you avoid having visitors over and that they should not interact with the patient under any circumstances.
3. The positive patient should not share a room with any other household members
Even though still at home, you’ll have to separate yourself from the rest of your household to avoid accidentally infecting them. (Credit: Unsplash)
Unless this is possible, home quarantine shouldn’t be your first choice.
A separate room with adequate ventilation should be allocated for the patient. Other household members should stay and sleep in another room and be separated from the patient at all times.
If possible, other household members should also avoid sharing the same bathroom with the infected person. If you have no choice, WHO advises that taps, doorknobs, and other items are cleaned regularly with soap and water.
4. Household members will have to always wear a face mask and maintain 1 – 2 meters of physical distance from the patient
Yes, if you are positive and choose to quarantine at home, your other household members will have to constantly wear a face mask while at home. You must also constantly maintain a physical distance from them to avoid getting them infected as well.
5. Meals, drinks and other essential items should be placed outside the patient’s room door to be taken by themselves
You and your household members will need to constantly wear a mask while at home during your quarantine period and maintain physical distance from you at all times. (Credit: Unsplash)
Practice contactless delivery when passing food and other essential items to the patient to minimise physical contact between the positive individuals and other members of the household.
6. Other household members will need to wear gloves when handling items used by the positive patient.
When handling items used by the infected individual, such as plates, cups, and eating utensils, household members will need to wear disposable gloves.
After use, the gloves should be properly discarded without reuse, preferably in a closed container.
WHO advises that separate dishes, cups, eating utensils, bedding, towels, and other essential items be assigned for the infected person.
Beddings, towels, and clothes used by the infected person should be washed with soap and water separately from those used by the rest of the household.
7. The positive patient and other household members should wash their hands with soap and water or use hand sanitiser as frequently as possible.
Frequently washing your hands will reduce the chances of your household members contracting the infection from you.
Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds at a time and use alcohol-based hand sanitiser when you don’t have the immediate option of using water and soap.
Household members should also avoid touching their eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
8. The positive asymptomatic patient should monitor themselves for Covid-19 symptoms and update these on the MySejahtera app.
Monitor your body temperature every day using a thermometer, and if you develop any flu-like symptoms, such as a fever, cough, difficulty breathing, sore throat, or body aches and pain, update these on the MySejahtera app.
Check out the Health Ministry’s tweet on the matter below:
Jika anda tinggal serumah dengan kes positif #COVID19 yang memilih untuk menjalani kuarantin di rumah, ini langkah-langkah pencegahan yang WAJIB anda lakukan. pic.twitter.com/lufnK03pYN— KKMalaysia🇲🇾 (@KKMPutrajaya) January 8, 2021

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Malaysians Divided Over Tajuddin’s Appointment, Some Say Zahid’s The Better Man

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The government’s move to appoint Pasir Salak MP Tajuddin Abdul Rahman as ambassador to Indonesia has unearthed existential cracks in public opinion.

Many Malaysians believe that the former Prasarana chairman’s diplomatic journey won’t be as smooth as an LRT ride.
The reason is that many are not happy.
People didn’t expect Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob to appoint the outspoken veteran Umno man after an inordinate delay in finalising the decision.
Malaysians Don’t Easily Forget
The appointment of Tajuddin comes amid lingering dissatisfaction with his incompetence at Prasarana not too long ago.
READ MORE: Former Prasarana Chairman To Become Indonesia Ambassador? Reports Say It Might Happen Soon
  @chinapressdigital 1分钟了解达祖丁被#炒鱿鱼 #nowonderla #probok #tajuddin ♬ 原聲  – 中国报
The public made no attempts to hide their displeasure and said appointing Tajuddin as envoy would be a disaster.
Some noted that Tajuddin is getting a pay raise at taxpayers’ expense, despite his incompetence.
@ismailsabri60 Tarik balik lantikan Tajuddin sebagai Duta Besar Malaysia ke Indonesia. Jangan malukan Tuanku YDPA dan negara! @saifuddinabd @MalaysiaMFA @HouseOfPahang – Sign the Petition! https://t.co/AB2cr5BXwN via @Change— Marina Mahathir (@netraKL) May 18, 2022
Tajuddin Abdul RahmanSebelum dipecat sebagai Pengerusi Prasarana, gajinya disebut cuma RM8,000 sebulan.Kini dilantik jadi Duta Besar ke Indonesia, gajinya maksimum RM24,465 sebulan.[Belum termasuk gaji bulanan sebagai MP dan pencen bulanan sebagai bekas Timbalan Menteri] pic.twitter.com/i7sX8o7oAN— Malek Hussin (@AbdMalekHussin) May 17, 2022
Bet : tajuddin has a sikret wife/family in Indonesia, hence the election https://t.co/5T9lAEaMrs— _ (@takaharasuiko) May 18, 2022
Zahid The White Knight
Amidst the simmering resentment, some suggested that the job be given to former Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi despite his present troubles.
Zahid, who is also a former Home Minister, is facing 47 charges – 12 for criminal breach of trust (CBT), eight for corruption and 27 for money laundering.
They said the Bagan Datuk MP would be the right man as he is of Javanese descent.
The Umno president was born in Bagan Datuk while his parents were from Indonesia.
Netizens said appointing Zahid instead can be a last-minute step to save face as Tajuddin’s appointment had met roadblocks previously.
Kenapa nak lantik tajuddin? Baik lantik Wak Jahid Komedi. Dia kan orang Indonesia 💀 https://t.co/aOxQ27SwoM— Ery Mengajar Ilmu Berdagang (@eryazmi) May 18, 2022
Punyalah teruknya Tajudin ni sampai tahap kalau kau lantik Zahid Hamidi jadi ambassador ke Indonesia pun aku lagi setuju— zed (@zaidzikrijantan) November 10, 2021
A Laughing Stock – When UMNO Thugs Nazri & Tajuddin Rejected By Switzerland And Indonesia As Ambassadors https://t.co/DdGJkhtPJm via @financetwitting— RichardLi (@richardrichli) January 18, 2022
Is Malay The Same As Javanese?
The Javanese Malaysians are people of full or partial Javanese descent who were born in or immigrated to Malaysia.
They form a significant part of Malaysia’s population and Malaysian law considers most of them to be Malays.
Malaysia is home to the largest Javanese population outside Indonesia.
There are speakers of Javanese in Malaysia (concentrated in the West Coast part of the states of Selangor and Johor) and Singapore.
Javanese are known for their indirectness which is based on politeness and addressing issues in such a way that the person is not offended.
They avoid hints of criticism, pointing out mistakes or mentioning anything the other person might be sensitive about.

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Nobu’s Valentine Omakase Menu Celebrates The Season Of Love With 6 Courses [Review]

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This Valentine’s Day, Nobu Kuala Lumpur introduces its special 6-course Omakase menu to enjoy with the special person in your life.

The exclusive menu incorporates innovative Nobu-style flavours nuanced towards divinity and comfort, highlighting the beauty and warmth of the season of love.
The Valentine Omakase menu will be available from 10 to 14 February.
The Taste Test
While waiting for our food to be served, we were treated to a specialized cocktail named Soul Mate. The rum-based cocktail is sweet, smooth, and airy, perfectly encapsulating the season’s romantic and dreamy mood.
The first course of the day was the Salmon Tartare, served on a beautiful glass filled with ice. The Salmon Tartare consists of salmon, uni (sea urchin), karashi su-miso sauce, and is topped with caviar and ikura.
The dish’s texture was smooth and creamy, while the edible flowers gave a refreshing taste.
Soul Mate cocktail and Salmon Tartare. Image: Adeline Leong/TRP
Next up is a delicious sushi selection. We were told to eat it from left to right, so we first had the tuna, followed by the sayuri silver-skin fish, iragi blood clam, and lastly, the tamago.
When the dish arrived, I thought we were served a slice of cheesecake, but it was actually a good and smooth tamago!
The tuna tasted fresh, while the sayuri silver-skin sushi gave off a nice spice kick due to the small dollop of ginger on top.
I tasted some wasabi when I ate the Iragi blood clam sushi. Having the tamago last was a good choice because it melted in the mouth like a lovely slice of butter cake.
The third dish, the Causa, was like a mini discovery game. Underneath the lychee potatoes espuma, you’ll unearth the charred botan ebi (prawn), scallop, foie gras, puffed soba, and shiso dressing.
The sweetness from the lychee potato espuma and the smoky flavours from the charred botan ebi complement each other. It’s a “soft” dish and easy to eat. The seaweed that comes with it makes a good palate cleanser too.
The Chargrilled Wagyu was definitely the star of the night. The tender wagyu melted right in the mouth and you’ll be tempted to cut the meat into small chunks just so you could savour it longer.
For the sauces, you get to dip the wagyu in the Peruvian aji verde, fennel dry miso or burnt onion puree. It also tastes good with the apple salsa on the side. The aji verde gives a mild spice while the fennel dry miso lends a tangy flavour.
Clockwise from right: Sushi Platter, Causa, and Chargrilled Wagyu. Image: Adeline Leong/TRP
The Congee served right after the wagyu was a little understated to me. It was a simple Japanese rice porridge cooked with barley grains and meat from the lobster legs. Mine was lightly flavoured while some said theirs was salty.
The night ended with a beautiful dessert known as the Wagashi. The heart-shaped wagashi came beautifully decorated with sugar glass and butterfly cut-outs.
The right side of the wagashi contains edamame filling while the other side contains the Yuzu red bean filling. The dessert is mildly sweet so it’s great for those who don’t like super sweet desserts at the end of the meal.
Congee and Wagashi. Image: Adeline Leong/TRP
The Verdict
My favourite dishes were the Salmon Tartare, Sushi Platter, Causa, and Chargrilled Wagyu.
The Salmon Tartare was a refreshing starter, and the Sushi Platter’s interesting flavours kept me looking forward to the whole meal.
The experience was then topped with the lovely flavours of the Causa and the Chargrilled Wagyu.
The Soul Mate cocktail complemented the fantastic dinner. The drink’s sweet and smooth taste will delight those who don’t like the bitter taste of alcohol.
The congee was ok, but it seemed ordinary to me after having Chinese New Year meals. However, it was still a great tummy warmer for cold nights.
Wagashi Yuzu red bean and edamame fillings. Image: Adeline Leong/TRP
As for the dessert, the mild flavours of the Wagashi perfectly encapsulated the theme of comfort and beauty of the menu.
Nobu’s 6-course Valentine’s Day Omakase menu costs RM550++ per pax and will be available from 10 to 14 February 2023.
There’ll be a special violin performance on Valentine’s Day, 14 February, to serenade all the lovebirds and help cement the romantic culinary experience.
Nobu KL Valentine’s Day Omakase
Address: L4A-05, Level 4A, Shoppes at Four Seasons Place, 145, Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur. (Inside Four Seasons Hotel)
Menu Availability: 10 to 14 February 2023 (violin serenade on 14 February)
Price: RM550++/pax (subject to 10% service charge and 6% SST)
For reservations: Call 03-2380 0028, Whatsapp 019-289 5085, or email nobuklreservations@noburestaurants.com

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Police mount roadblocks nationwide, but not during peak hours

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The police began mounting roadblocks at strategic locations in every district in the country on a 24-hour shift from yesterday.

Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Tan Sri Acryl Sani Abdullah Sani said this would proceed for now in a bid to increase the police’s efforts in preventing crimes by increasing its omnipresence.
There would be no roadblocks during peak hours, he assured.
Acryl Sani said the people did not have to worry in carrying out their daily activities as the country’s security is under control.

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Don’t Fret! No Cases Of Myocarditis And Pericarditis Reported In Malaysia

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The Ministry of Health said today (19 June) that there are no cases of myocarditis and pericarditis associated with the use of the Covid-19 mRNA vaccine.

This follows rising reports that cases of these two heart-related conditions were on the rise in the United States and the United Kingdom among those who received mRNA-based Covid-19 vaccines like Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna.
Myocarditis is an inflammation of the heart muscle while pericarditis is inflammation of the lining outside the heart.
Benefits far outweigh the risks
Health director-general Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham said in a statement that the National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency has conducted risk assessments on safety issues based on information obtained from other regulatory agencies and international references.
The MOH would summarise that the safety profiles of the vaccines remain positive and its use for the National Covid-19 Immunisation Programme (NIP) will not be affected. The benefits of vaccination far outweigh the risksHealth DG Dr Noor Hisham, 19 June 2021
Public health authorities worldwide are still studying the matter while MOH is also assessing if there’s a link with mRNA vaccines.
As of 13 June, a total of 2,793,826 of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccines were administered in Malaysia with 1,676,959 people having received their first dose and 1,116,867 for the second dose.
Cases reported in Singapore for myocarditis or pericarditis
Meanwhile across the causeway, Singapore’s Health Sciences Authority (HSA) reported 7 June four men aged 18 to 30 having myocarditis or pericarditis after their second jab of the Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna vaccines.
Another two cases were also reported involving one man and one woman who are both above 40 years old.
HSA has said that based on the background incidence rates, the case involving those above 40 years old is within the baseline of incidence rate. However, the other four is at the upper end of the expected range for the 18-30 age group.
These rare occurrences happen more in men
The expert committee for Covid-19 vaccination in Singapore has advised adolescents and younger men to avoid strenuous activity for a week after their second dose of the Covid-19 vaccine as a precaution against a “small risk” of heart inflammation.
According to the HSA as reported by the Malay Mail, most cases of myocarditis and pericarditis are mild.
They occur more often in men compared to women and are separate and distinct from heart attacks, which are caused when blood flow to the heart is blocked.
Patients recover without the needs for significant intervention and do not suffer any long-term effects. Very rarely will severe cases result in damage to the heart muscles.
For other matters of the heart related to vaccines:
READ MORE: Weak Dating Game? Get Vaccinated, Suggests Malaysian Study

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Need Another Monitor For Your Home Office Or Classroom? Dell Has Announced Some New Options

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Whether it be for work or study, having multiple monitors can be a blessing: One can be the word processor, the other the internet reference, one more for the chat group, and a dedicated one for that video chat.

It is not overwhelming when it becomes an advantage, or in some situations, a necessity as we work and study from home.
There are a plethora of options for monitors out there, but Dell recently announced a few new ones, so we thought we would take a look.
Dell 14 Portable Monitor (C1422H)

This is Dell’s first portable monitor and it is about the size of a display on a laptop. It is so portable, it even comes with a protective sleeve.
According to the technical specification, the Dell 14 Portable Monitor is only compatible with USB-C and is capable of putting out Full HD or 1920 by 1080 pixels at 60Hz.
On paper, it looks like it goes well with a laptop, as a companion display or for small group presentations. You can even connect it to your smartphone if the one you have supports it.
However, with an adapter, it could also be used as a portable display for a gaming console.
Dell 24 and 27 Video Conferencing Monitor (S2422HZ and S2722DZ)

Why get a webcam, a microphone, and a monitor separately when you can get all of them in one appliance? We guess that is the idea behind these two new monitors from Dell.
The displays are decent enough for work and story. The 24in monitor goes up to FullHD and the 27in model displays up to 2K resolution. It also comes with a standard set of inputs and outputs, so if your system uses HDMI, USB-C, or DP, it will work with this monitor.
Built-in is a 5MP pop-up camera that is more than good enough for video conferencing. It also has IR for Windows Hello, which is a Windows 10 feature that lets you log into your computer just by using your face.
On top of that Dell also built into these monitors noise-cancelling microphones and dual 5W speakers. It is a complete home video conferencing solution.
Dell 27 4K UHD USB-C Monitor (S2722QC) and Dell 27 USB-C Monitor (S2722DC)

These two displays combine no-frills displays Dell is known for with the convenience of a USB-C hub.
That means it can be used as a secondary display while charging the laptop or smartphone that is connected to it at the same time.
It also has built-in speakers that won’t take extra space on the desk.
A good balance of features makes these new Dell monitors suited for both entertainment and office setups.
Select between a 2K or a 4K model, you cannot go wrong with these.
Price & Availability
ProductsStarting priceAvailability dateDell 14 Portable Monitor (C1422H)RM 2,899Early Sep 2021Dell 27 4K UHD USB-C Monitor (S2722QC)RM 3,039End-Aug 2021Dell 27 USB-C Monitor (S2722DC)RM 2,459End-Aug 2021Dell 24 Video Conferencing Monitor (S2422HZ)TBDMid-Oct 2021Dell 27 Video Conferencing Monitor (S2722DZ)TBDMid-Oct 2021

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New Ultra-Low-Cost Carrier MYAirline Poised To Enter Malaysian Market

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The public will get to enjoy a new ultra-low-cost carrier (ULCC) soon, according to a report by The Edge.

It will be an alternative to the budget airline industry, which is dominated by AirAsia.
The new ULCC obtained conditional approval for an air service license (ASL) from the Malaysian Aviation Commission (Mavcom) on 22 December last year.
With the license, MYAirline can fly passenger and cargo services just like Malaysia Airlines Bhd and AirAsia.
MYAirline’s paid-up capital is two million shares at RM1 per share, amounting to RM2 million, according to filings with the Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM).
A plane takes off from KLIA. (Credit: Fernando Fong)
Its shareholders are Zillion Wealth Bhd (88%), Trillion Cove Holdings Bhd (10%) and Rayner Teo Kheng Hock (2%).
Citing sources, the report said that the airline venture is financially supported by Datuk Goh Hwan Hua.
Accordingly, his stake in MYAirline to 98%, with SSM listing him as the shareholder of both Zillion Wealth and Trillion Cove.
Goh holds the post of chief executive officer and director of the company, as listed on Trillion Cove’s website.
He comes from the audit and corporate finance industry and is attributed to the setting up of companies in various industries.
 His ventures included e-commerce, online business, e-ticketing, fintech, retail and tourism industries.
A MAS plane at KLIA. (Credit: Fernando Fong)
Helmed By Aviation Industry Veterans
Also listed in the SSM filings are the names of its directors.
Besides Datuk Goh Hwan Hua and Teo, they are Datuk Abd Hamid Mohd Ali, Datuk Seri Azharuddin Abdul Rahman and Jothi Prakash Murugan.
One of its directors, Teo, was formerly with AirAsia as group head of sales and distribution from 2004 to 2020.
Another director, Abd Hamid, served as the chief operating officer of Malaysia Airport Holdings Bhd from 1992 to 2016.
The third director, Jothi, hails from the information technology (IT) industry and is appointed as a director of Trillion Cove.
Meanwhile, Azharuddin was previously the director-general of the Malaysian Civil Aviation Department (DCA).
He also spent a decade as chairman of the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM), starting from 2008.
A plane lands at KLIA. (Credit: Fernando Fong)
One Man’s Meat Is Another Man’s Poison
Accordingly, CGS-CIMB Research reported the entry of a new ULCC on 17 January.
Credible information that a new ULCC is currently in the process of seeking regulatory approval to set up in Malaysia, having signed deals to lease two Airbus A320s at cheap leasing rates.CGS-CIMB Research aviation analyst Raymond Yap
Yap opined that the development will pose a challenge to AirAsia, which slipped into Practice Note 17 status last week.
PN17 is a tag given by Bursa Malaysia Securities to financially distressed firms.
In addition to MYAirline, Mavcom granted an ASL to Johor-based SKS Airways Sdn Bhd last month.
SKS Airways is looking to mark its entry with a maiden flight from Subang to Pangkor on 25 January.
READ MORE: Malaysia Has A New Commercial Airline But It Doesn’t Have Toilets
A traveler walks on the tarmac at an airport in Malaysia. (Credit: Fernando Fong)

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Coloured Smoke Greets Wedding Guests, Find Out What They Are

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In Malaysia, it is common to incorporate vibrant and eye-catching elements into wedding receptions.

However, one particular reception has taken it to a whole new level of whimsy.
The event featured a cheerful and playful greeting gesture in the form of colorful smoke, leaving viewers amused and entertained.
Amidst the laughter and enjoyment under the video posted by TikTok user @qmslyan4, some netizens humorously remarked that the colorful smoke would serve as a perfect deterrent for pesky gossiping aunties or as we commonly know them, mak cik bawangs.
However, there were also concerns raised about the potential for the smoke to stain guests’ garments.

https://www.tiktok.com/@qmslyan4/video/7248253893954505991?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7172092500689454593

What Are Smoke Sticks and How Are They Made?
Colored smoke sticks have become increasingly popular for various events, celebrations, and artistic performances.
While they add a vibrant and visually captivating element to the environment, there are often concerns regarding the composition of these sticks, whether they stain clothes, and if they pose any risks in terms of toxicity.
Composition of Colored Smoke Sticks
Colored smoke sticks typically consist of a few key ingredients that work together to produce the vivid smoke effect and while the exact formulations may vary between manufacturers, the fundamental components generally include:
1. Potassium Nitrate
This chemical compound, commonly used in fireworks, serves as an oxidizer, providing the necessary oxygen to facilitate the smoke production process.
2. Dyes or Pigments
These substances are responsible for the vibrant colors produced by the smoke.
3. Binders
To hold the composition together, binders like sugar or starch are often used. These ingredients contribute to the stick-like form of the product.
4. Cool Burning Agents
Colored smoke sticks are designed to burn at a relatively low temperature, ensuring safety during use. Hence, cool burning agents like lactose or sodium bicarbonate help achieve this effect.

Do They Stain Clothes or Skin?
One common concern associated with colored smoke sticks is whether they stain clothing and skin.
While colored smoke is essentially composed of dyes or pigments, the likelihood of staining garments can vary depending on several factors, including the concentration and type of dye used, the duration of exposure, and the fabric composition.
In general, colored smoke sticks may leave temporary stains on fabrics, particularly if the smoke comes into direct contact with the material for an extended period.
The intensity of the stain can range from light discoloration to more noticeable marks.
So please inform guests to wear clothing that they don’t mind potentially staining. You know, especially for those gender reveal parties we love holding.
Or, consider using protective clothing to minimize contact between the smoke and your garments.

So, Toxic or Not?
Just like any other thing that emits smoke and fire such as firecrackers or smoke bombs, the safety of using colored smoke sticks largely depends on following the manufacturer’s instructions and employing them in a well-ventilated area.
While colored smoke sticks do produce smoke, which may contain small particles and chemical byproducts, the immediate health risks are generally low when used as directed.
However, it is important to note that inhaling any type of smoke, including colored smoke, can irritate the respiratory system.
Individuals with pre-existing respiratory conditions or sensitivities may be more susceptible to adverse effects.
To minimize potential risks, it is advisable to use colored smoke sticks in open spaces, away from individuals who may be sensitive to airborne particles.
As for the toxicity of the chemicals used in colored smoke sticks, the components are typically considered safe when used as intended.
However, ingestion or excessive exposure to the components may pose health risks.
Hence, it is crucial to keep colored smoke sticks out of reach of children and avoid direct contact with the skin or eyes.
And in any case of accidental ingestion or prolonged exposure, it is recommended to seek medical assistance immediately.
Nevertheless, understanding their composition and potential effects is crucial for safe and responsible use.

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Pitcher plants used in lemang periuk kera are also used as a toilet bowl by bats

Lemang periuk kera has been on the hot seat recently after reports of its mass harvesting for Ramadan and Raya sparked an outcry by environmentalists.
The viral Facebook post urged Malaysians to refrain from eating the carnivorous plant which was said to be currently listed as critically endangered.

If their critically endangered status wasn’t enough of a reason to convince you from refraining from indulging in this rare delicacy, we might have a better reason for you – pitcher plants feed off droppings of small mammals.

Picture credit: mohdzarin.com

You heard us right. Twitter account @ZoologiMY recently shared this little piece of information through a twitter thread on the subject.

Disebabkan Aidilfitri bakal menjelang, we wish to state that..Lemang Periuk Kera is not a wise option to opt for during the festive season. Selain daripada they’re endangered sp or functionally important in our ecosystem, we ought to let u in on a one more secret. pic.twitter.com/EvoQE2bNuw
â€” ZoologiMY (@ZoologiMY) May 30, 2019

According to the thread, pitcher plants have a mutually beneficial relationship with small mammals. Most specifically, bats and rodents.

Periuk kera or Nepenthes sp. has been known to exhibit a mutually beneficial relationship with a certain type of animals.
In this case, bats and rodents in particular.
â€” ZoologiMY (@ZoologiMY) May 30, 2019

And how exactly does their relationship work, you might ask? Wellâ€¦

A new study done by a group of scientist from UBD, suggest that these sp of carnivorous plant survives mostly off of bat faeces. pic.twitter.com/yNs23JV6tl
â€” ZoologiMY (@ZoologiMY) May 30, 2019

Based on research conducted by scientists at Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD),  bats chill inside the pitcher plant cause the pitcher plant keeps it safe from parasites. Meanwhile, to return the favour, bats will poop inside it. And the pitcher plant eats that poop.

Plants visited by bats had much more nitrogen in their leaves than control plants. In fact, bat feces can contribute at least 34 percent of the pitcher plant's nutrient needs.
— ZoologiMY (@ZoologiMY) May 30, 2019

Besides bats, mountain tree shrew also poop in pitcher plants.

Also, as seen in this picture below. Mountain treeshrew, Tupaia montana also makes the nepenthes as their toilet bowl. pic.twitter.com/IR6lCuT3LH
â€” ZoologiMY (@ZoologiMY) May 30, 2019

Mountain tree shrew like to eat the nectar found on the underside of pitcher plants leaves. Once the tree shrew is nice and full, he then sits atop the plants opening and defecates into the pot.
So…are you having lemang periuk kera this Raya? Let us know in the comments!


[Watch] While Trying To Give Way To VIP, Two Cars Got Into An Accident

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Since yesterday, it went viral on social media that a few vehicles were in an accident because the drivers were trying to make way for a VIP.

Through a video uploaded on Twitter, it was believed that a Perodua Kelisa had hit the back of a Proton Wira.
It is understood that the Proton Wira had stopped suddenly after seeing a hand signal by police escorting the VIP.
In the video, the vehicle of the VIP can be seen passing through the accident scene with its escort.

Menyusahkan orang awam..!! Siapa VVIP ni? pic.twitter.com/t428VUl5P0— Jalal Misai Akaun Baru (@jllmisai) February 4, 2022

Online Firestorm
Following the sharing on social media, netizens expressed anger at the VIP who was not at all concerned about the incident.

Netizens also sympathize with the fate of the two road users who should not have to bear the damage caused by others.

Netizens added that such VIP escorts are nothing but a burden to taxpayers, with some telling the VIPs to make their own road if they want to avoid traffic.

This is not the first time that the public had expressed dissatisfaction at VIP escorts forcing their way through traffic.
READ MORE: [Watch] Another Ambulance Forced To Make Way For VIP Convoy And Netizens Are Angry
READ MORE: We Had To Stop The Ambulance To Avoid A Collision, Says Selangor Traffic Police
At the same time, netizens said the policeman on duty was not doing his work properly and demanded that the authorities look into the matter.

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Largest Heroin Shipment In Australia Is By A Malaysian

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Malaysians breaking records is often a proud occasion for the nation. But not this time.

On Saturday (16 October) Australian police reported that they have arrested a Malaysian national over the importation of the largest heroin shipment ever detected in the country.
The shipment was said to have been detected in a sea freight container from Malaysia. Officially it was supposed to be filled with sets of tiles and was set to be sent to a business in Melbourne, said the police.
What they found was 450kg of heroin that has an estimated value of RM432.8 million. That is a lot of dope!
Because the man was charged in Australia, he was charged with importing and attempted possession of a commercial quantity of a border-controlled drug.
If found guilty the maximum penalty is life imprisonment, added the police.
However, if he was caught in Malaysia, he would have gotten capital punishment.
Australian Federal Police Commissioner Southern Command, Krissy Barrett said that the Australian Federal Police was working with the Royal Malaysia Police on this case, reported Malay Mail.
According to police statistics, there is one death in Australia for every 2kg of heroin consumed. So this seizure of 450kg of the illicit drug, probably saved around 225 lives.

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