[Review] Wing Wing, London-based Korean fried chicken joint, debuts in KL

Looking to satisfy your poultry cravings?
Well, fans of fried chicken would be pleased to know that the popular London-based cult favourite chicken joint, Wing Wing has finally made its way to KL!
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Serving up the planet with the freshest and krispiest Korean-style fried chicken, Wing Wing offers customers a wide variety of edgy Asian-European inspired dishes that are bound to tantalise your taste buds.

Famous for their signature chicken wings, drumettes and drumsticks, cooked in true Korean chimaek fashion with a selection of secret sauces that will have customers pecking away non stop. (but unlike true Korean  chimaek dining there’s no beer included here…)
Those hungry for some good olâ€™ fried chicken have a choice of three different flavours;
Soy-Garlic

 Customers can choose from a set of 3, 6, 9, 12 or 18 pieces of chicken and you can also mix and match your choice of flavours

Its good sweet chicken with a hint of saltiness to it, great for those looking for that perfect juicy and umami combo.
Spicy
They even have combo meals where each set comes with fries and drinks
Which to be fair, is not spicy at all, but rather a spiced-peppery flavour, just great enough for those looking for a bit of an extra kick to their birds.
Liquorice
Wing Wing also does their own delivery if you’re looking to have some chicken from the comforts of home or the office!
By far our favourite, it’s sweet and savoury with just the right amount of zestiness to it. Definitely would have you chowing down to the bone.
Other worthy mentions from Wing Wingâ€™s menu includes;
Chicken Katsu Bao

Wing Wing Chicken Katsu Bao

A serving of Wing Wingâ€™s signature krispy chicken topped with a tangy Kimchi coleslaw, pickles, onions, all wrapped up in a fluffy mantou bau – a Chinese-style lightly fried steam buns.
Krispy Chicken Salad

Wing Wing Krispy Chicken Salad

A lil something for the health-conscious people out there. This salad bowl features a mixed variety of vegetables including cucumbers, celeries, cherry tomatoes, onions and pickles, all completed with a hearty serving of krispy fried chicken to give you that added protein boost.
Hot Bao Nuts

Wing Wing’s selection of Hot Bao Nuts

Be sure to leave some room for DEEZ NUTS! Wing Wing offers three delectable pastries to satisfy your sweet tooth which includes Pineapple Orange, Peanut Butter and Banana Caramel.
Though Wing Wing’s KL outlet does lack in the fun, funky atmosphere of its overseas counterparts, what with its karaoke sessions and bottomless chicken entres and whatnot…

The small and vibrant store features a relaxed, chill ambience for those looking for good food, served fast.
So if you have chicken on the brain, you can head on over to Wing Wing outlet store located on the 6th floor at Pavilion Kuala Lumpur.

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KKM, EC Working On Protocols For Covid-19 Positive Voters During GE-15, Says KJ

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The Health Ministry (MoH) and the Election Commission are working in tandem to develop a protocol for Covid-19 patients to vote in the 15th General Election, said Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin Abu Bakar.

He said that voting is a constitutional right of every citizen and nobody should be denied the right to cast their vote.
“Covid-19 will stay with us. If we deny them of their rights (positive voters) to vote, we are denying a constitutional right,” Khairy was quoted as saying by Bernama.
Several methods are being discussed by MoH and EC before the new guideline can be finalised, Khairy said.
“Some said let those infected with Covid-19 to use postal vote but how would it be for those who were infected one or two days before polling day?
“If they wish to vote, who are going to take them or which channel to use. Should we have a special channel for Covid-19 patients …so this matter needs more time,” he added.
Khairy also reiterated his stand for the government to prioritise the public health when planning to hold the next general election.
READ MORE: No GE-15 Until Covid-19 Is Under Control, Says Health Minister
“We need to find the most suitable timing and period of lowest risk to hold GE-15 as it involves the people going out to campaign and vote,” he said.
He added that the MoH is now studying to detect the effects of the Covid-19 Omicron BA.2 variant in the country.
“Now we are facing Omicron BA.2 and its effects on a single case and serious impact are being studied so that we can make a conclusion if we are heading towards a pandemic,” he said.
Previously, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob, who is also one of the three UMNO vice-presidents, said that the Parliament dissolution to make way for GE-15 would be discussed by the party’s top echelons.

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Remember ‘Dominic Toretto’ Who Sells Kunafa In JB? He’s Also A Kickboxer

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Remember the Vin Diesel lookalike spotted at a Ramadan Bazaar in Johor Bahru who then went viral on social media?

READ MORE: [Watch] Vin Diesel Lookalike Spotted At Ramadan Bazaar In Johor
Well, now we know some more details about him. Here’s what we know.
Although we’d expect it to be something with a Toretto in it, his real name is Mohamed Ahmed Mahmoud Shokr and currently, he is 39 years old.
According to The Star, Ahmed is of Egyptian origin and is also a single father with two children. He has now been staying in Malaysia for almost a year and this year is his first time participating in a Ramadan Bazaar.
(Credit: Thomas Yong/The Star)
After spending time listening to the locals here, Ahmed can also speak a little bit of Bahasa Malaysia.
Previously, he was a kickboxing instructor in Dubai and South Korea. But when his brother who has been staying in Malaysia for 22 years called him for help, he then came to assist him in handling a Middle Eastern restaurant in Tampoi.
Apart from selling kunafa at this year’s Ramadan Bazaar in Jalan Padi Mahsuri, Bandar Baru Uda, he also continues with his passion for kickboxing by becoming an instructor.
When met by reporters last Saturday (8 April), Ahmed expressed his bewilderment and also gratefulness for his sudden fame. He said that he is actually honoured to be compared to his favourite American actor, Vin Diesel.
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“I watched all ‘The Fast and Furious’ action movies and really admired the talent of the American actor, I didn’t expect people to see the look-alike between me and the actor until my face went viral on social media,” he said.
Ahmed is grateful and happy because his look helps to promote his business too.
The crowd that came to look at him also bought his kunafa which is priced at RM10 per piece, enabling him to make sales worth RM400 to RM600 of kunafa every day.
Many people come to my stall at the bazaar to buy kunafa and also request selfies with me, especially women – but I am not complaining. Mohamed Ahmed Mahmoud Shokr, Ramadan bazaar trader

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LHDN suit against Najib for RM1.69 billion in taxes could be biggest in Malaysian history says lawyer

The Inland Revenue Boardâ€™s (LHDN) civil suit against former prime minister Najib Razak for  RM1.69 billion in additional taxes is probably the biggest LHDN lawsuit in the history of Malaysia.
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Tax and customs lawyer, S Saravana Kumar told Free Malaysia Today that although companies have been asked to pay billions in taxes before, this is probably LHDNâ€™s biggest lawsuit against an individual.

â€œThese arrears in tax against an individual are very likely the largest, although companies have also been asked to pay to the tune of billions.â€
 S Saravana Kumar via Free Malaysia Today
On June 25, LHDN filed the suit asking Najib to pay RM1,692,872,924.83 in taxes allegedly owed between 2011 and 2017.
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According to FMT, the summons were served on Najib as the sole defendent on July 4 after Najib failed to act on LHDNâ€™s initial demand for additional tax assessments of RM1.47 billion in March.
Najibâ€™s failure to act resulted in a 10% hike of RM147 million in April and then another compounded 5% hike of RM80 million in May.
The former premier failed to settle this renewed sum too which then resulted in another compounded 5% hike which has now totalled to RM1.67 billion

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â€œIf Najib fails to lodge an appeal against these assessments, the taxes become final and conclusive within 30 days.â€
 S Saravana Kumar via Free Malaysia Today
Moral of the story: Pay your taxes, people.
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Malaysian Workbook Claims Kolo Mee And Kampua Mee Are The Same, Sarawakians Annoyed

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Facebook user Amelia Lim was outraged that a Standard 3 workbook for the Malay language claimed that Sarawakian kolo mee and kampua mee are the same.

In a Facebook post, she shared pictures of the workbook, written and published by the Education Ministry, which tests comprehension of the Malay language. A paragraph introducing kolo mee describes it as “a food popular in Sarawak”.
It goes on to then say that another name for kolo mee is kampua mee or dry mee.
Credit: Amelia Lim/Facebook
Sarawakian patience drying up
Sarawakian natives were quick to deny that the two noodle dishes are the same, calling such an example disappointing and ignorant of Sarawakian culture.

Many Sarawakians came out to say that the noodles are very different in texture, toppings, and taste.
Same-same but different
On the surface, both noodles seem extremely similar, as they are dry noodles tossed in sauce and topped with charsiew.
However, the two originated differently. As such, the texture of the noodles and taste of the sauce are different as well.
Kolo Mee
Kolo Mee is a dry-ish noodle dish that originated from Kuching. The dry noodles come with a generous amount of sauce, which is why it’s more commonly served in a shallow bowl instead of a plate. Kolo mee also uses crinkly, springy egg noodles.
Signature Sarawakian Kolo mee.(Credit: Lawrence/Flickr)
The sauce often takes on its signature red hue because it is made with pork lard that comes from charsiew. The pork lard is a key part of the sauce, which also features shallot oil, light soy sauce, and vinegar. It is light in colour because dark soy sauce is not used.
It is commonly topped with a spoonful of minced pork, char siew, spring onions, deep-fried shallots, and seasoned cut chilies. The main flavours and taste profile of the noodle dish comes from the sauce and the many variety of toppings used, even seafood!
Kampua Mee
Kampua Mee is a dry noodle dish with foochow origins, commonly attributed to have originated in the Sibu and Sitiawan areas. The dish is even lighter and drier than kolo mee.
Sarawak kampua mee is lighter than kolo mee.(Credit: CCFoodTravel/Flickr)
The sauce for kampua mee is only made with pork lard, soy sauce, white pepper, and fried shallots. This is the ‘white’ version of kampua mee. For the ‘black’ version of kampua mee, sweet soy sauce is added. Unlike kolo mee, kampua mee does not have vinegar, resulting in a lighter and mildly sweeter taste.
The noodles used are straight fresh egg noodles, which function as the star of the dish. Toppings are relatively simple and plain, often only with sliced strips of charsiew and wanton. The dish can also be topped with chili sauce.
Why the confusion?
Since both dishes use pork lard as a base, when they are modified to be suitable for halal patrons, the pork lard and pork-based toppings are commonly substituted for beef or chicken. The two dishes then become relatively similar for a halal audience.
Sometimes a substitution would result in a change in taste and flavour profile, but it allows more people to enjoy the food.(Credit: CCFoodTravel/Flickr)
Kolo mee is also more well-known than kampua mee to those in Peninsular Malaysia, and has probably gone through mild tweaks to make it suit West Malaysian tastes. As a result, the halal versions of kolo mee and kampua mee that we can easily get in West Malaysia may not be the truest sampling of delicious Sarawakian cuisine, leading to common misconceptions about both these noodles dishes.
Looks like we can only get authentic Sarawakian noodles in Sarawak itself!

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Health DG Confirms More Infectious D614G Covid-19 Strain Present In Tawar & Sivagangga Clusters

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Laboratory tests by the Health Ministry have revealed that both the Tawar and Sivagangga clusters have infections arising from the D614G Covid-19 mutated virus strain.

During his Covid-19 press conference today, Health director-general Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah said this was discovered through genomic sequencing tests done by the Ministry.
He added that these results suggest a link between the two clusters.

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The D614G mutated strain of the Covid-19 virus is said to be 10 times more likely to infect individuals compared to the original strain discovered in Wuhan at the beginning of the outbreak.
While some studies suggest D614G is more infectious, experts believe it is not deadlier and vaccines will still be effective against this strain.
However, Dr Noor Hisham clarified that further studies are still needed to confirm if the two clusters are connected. He also said that they have not determined how, whether through a patient or some other means, the two may be linked.
Nonetheless, in terms of action plan, in terms of our public health intervention, it remains the same.Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah
He highlighted that for the past 16 days, there have not been any new cases coming from the PUI Sivagangga cluster, attributing this success to the Health Ministry’s quick action.
Meanwhile, regarding the children who had been infected under the Tawar cluster, of which there are 21 out of the total 73 positive cases, Dr Noor Hisham assured that none of them have been admitted to the ICU for treatment.

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13yo Johor boy makes DIY powerbank for brother who couldn’t afford to buy one

First an RFID lock, now a powerbank, we Malaysians are so innovative and tech-savvy!
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When an abang complained to his little brother that he needed a powerbank but didnâ€™t get his pay yet, he returned home stunned.
His 13-year-old brother had made him his very own â€œPOWERBANK PENINGâ€ which literally translates to â€œheadache powerbankâ€.

Aku cakap kat adik aku “Abang nak beli powerbank tapi belum gaji”. Look what he made for me 😭 A handmade powerbank 😭 Im really grateful to have a little brother like him 😭 Nanti abang belanja MCD as promised 😭 pic.twitter.com/EDnIFjlUld
â€” Aaoisora (@Goodensora) July 22, 2019

I said to my little brother, “I want to buy a powerbank but I haven’t gotten my pay yet.” Look what he made for me😭 A handmade powerbank 😭 I’m really gratedul to have a little brother like him 😭 Later I’ll buy you McD as promised 😭

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@Goodensora also shared a short video clip to show how the powerbank works.

To those yang tertanya boleh charge ke. Inilah hasilnya adik saya cipta semalam 😁❤ Adik saya kata dia akan improve lagi powerbank ni 😬 Thankyou guys sebab support adik saya 😊❤ Semoga adik kalian akan membantu kalian juga 😊 pic.twitter.com/kEL7aXZy1m
â€” Aaoisora (@Goodensora) July 23, 2019

To those who were curious if it works. Here is my little brother’s creation yesterday 😄❤ My little brother said he will make more improvements on this powerbank 😬 Thank you guys for supporting my brother 😊❤ May your little siblings help you too 😊

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@Goodensora explained that the ‘Pening Powerbank’ has a battery capacity of 450mAh .
To put it into context, an iPhone 6 has 1810mAh battery capacity, whereas the newer smartphones like Samsung S10 would have battery capacities of about 3400mAh.
Then, he shared a picture of his handsome young brother who ingeniously made the ‘Pening Powerbank’.

So inilah adik saya 😬 Masih belajar si Sekolah Sultan Ismail (SSI) dan baru form 2 ye guys. Umur 13 tahun nak ke 14 😬 pic.twitter.com/ssM9yBRXcE
â€” Aaoisora (@Goodensora) July 23, 2019

Naturally, there were some in Twitterjaya who gave suggestions on how he could make it better.

Boleh suruh dia tambah rechargeable battery for next step. Then, can add charging port for the powerbank itself. Lepas tu boleh letak solar panel (macam kat mini solar lantern).
Suka tengok budak2 pandai buat macam ni.
â€” 🏳🌈 Ashlan 🏳🌈 (@AshlanKaer) July 23, 2019

Can ask him to add a rechargeable battery next time. Then, can add charging port for the powerbank itself. After that, can put a solar panel (like those mini solar lanterns).
I like seeing kids doing things like this.

Speaker with powerbank https://t.co/oI9ZcTNj4J pic.twitter.com/lVl2a6r1nE
â€” pityusof (@msyafiq775) July 24, 2019

Twitterjaya is of course even more impressed that he is only 13-years-old.

Fuhhh baru form 1 siot!! Aku yang 19 ni pon tak nampak apa yang boleh buat lagi😂
â€” Lia (@nurfajaramylia) July 23, 2019

Fuhh just entered form 1!! I’m 19 and I don’t even know what I can do yet  😂

Damn I thought budak uni ke apa sekali baru form 2. He has a bright future ahead in technology
â€” SÎ”IFUL ISLAM ãƒ„ (@anakpakcikrusli) July 23, 2019

I thought he was a uni student! But then he is only in form 2! He has a bright future ahead in technology

Well, we look forward to more innovations from this bright little one.
Perhaps one day his innovation might even get certification (you know, to make sure it’s safe and doesn’t explode).


Mom On Facebook Concerned Over ‘Super Minds’ School Book That Has Halloween, Easter, Christmas Images

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There’s a lot going on lately with the issue of media not having suitable content for Malaysian Muslims. Just recently, the movie Mentega Terbang made headlines as it was alleged to portray content that goes against the teachings of Islam.

READ MORE: Political Party Sets Sight On Local Film Mentega Terbang, Wants It Banned
But now another similar type of incident has allegedly surfaced. This time, in a children’s textbook.
A Malaysian textbook that has Christmas, Halloween & Easter contents
Recently, a woman named Diana Zainudin, or Didi expressed her worries over the standard 1 English textbook called ‘Super Minds’.
Expressing her concern on Facebook, the woman said after returning from performing umrah, she took a look at her son’s textbooks. Her husband said that when they received the books from his teacher and asked what is the ‘Super Minds’ book about, the teacher told him that it was a ‘superhero’ book.
When she looked at the contents of the book, she said she found several pages with illustrations of Easter, Christmas and Halloween. She said she was shocked and bewildered that the school textbooks would teach these things to kids.

Then she stated that with these contents being taught to our kids since standard 1, no wonder there’s a local movie like Mentega Terbang out there.
She also found out that even since 2018, there are other parents that contest the contents of the book but maybe it didn’t reach the ministry’s attention or they didn’t take action on anything.

Some believe this shouldn’t be taught in schools
In her comment section, a lot of Malaysian netizens were divided on this issue. Some of them agreed with Didi’s worries while some thought that this is not a big deal.
One person even commented that “All of us teachers have brought this to KPM (Ministry of Education) but they didn’t pay attention. So now we teachers hope that you parents can voice this out so they (KPM) can take action. TVQM.”

“My child even said that she wants to celebrate Christmas and Halloween because of that book.”

“What’s the use of learning these things? Our children should be taught religious knowledge, that’s way more important. No wonder there’s a Mentega Terbang movie out there with this level of KPM.”

Some didn’t even think it was a big deal
However, some netizens didn’t even think it was a big issue. Some of them are teachers and parents too.
They thought that since Malaysia is a multi-religious country with various races, it was good to at least give this kind of exposure to them to respect other people’s beliefs.
But with those exposures, it’s definitely the teacher’s and parent’s job to explain gently to them that Muslims do not celebrate these seasons. They think that kids would really understand if they are taught correctly.

About the ‘Super Minds’ book
For your information, the Super Minds Student’s Book 1 is published by Cambridge University Press and written by Herbert Puchta, Günter Gerngross and Peter Lewis-Jones.
This textbook replaced the previous English textbook (KSSR revised 2017) in 2018 and is used to teach standard 1 and standard 2 students.
Based on an explanation from an English teacher in her blog, the new book is more colourful, attractive, and not lengthy like the previous textbook. It has fewer units (10 units) compared to the previous one which had 24 units, so it can be covered in a more focused, comprehensive and unrushed way.
Based on our findings, the parts that touched on Halloween, Christmas and Easter were only in the form of ‘cut-out’ activities from pages 119 – 123.
You can refer to the ‘Super Minds’ textbook by clicking here.
READ MORE: Mentega Terbang Director Issues Letter Of Demand For Apology From Zabidi
READ MORE: Mentega Terbang No Longer On Viu, Minister Asks Jawi To Meet Production Team

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Kedah’s Kota Setar Latest Area Under EMCO Until 25 September

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Kedah’s Kota Setar district will be the latest area placed under the Enhanced Movement Control Order (EMCO) starting tonight until 25 September after an increase in Covid-19 cases, said Senior Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob.

It’s reported that the decision was made after cases have increased in the state especially in existing clusters – Tawar, Sivagangga, Sungai.
The lockdown will around 366,787 people in 28 districts and entry through the international entrance at Bukit Kayu Hitam, Kedah will be stopped until the end of the period.
Ferries from Kuala Kedah jetty are also not allowed to operate and all mosques, educational institutions are ordered to close, while sports, social and cultural activities are prohibited during that period.

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Agong Visits Ex-Military Personnel For Warrior’s Day

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Two former army personnel had a special visitor for Warrior’s Day, as the Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah came to visit them in Pekan, Pahang.

His Majesty personally drove his vehicle to meet the two retirees, first was Nazeri Mohamed Zin, 64, who suffered from stroke in 2012.
His wife, Noorhan Abd Rahim, 59, expressed her gratitude to the King for visiting her husband although he has left the military for more than three decades.
His Majesty also gave donations to Nazeri, who served in the army for 14 years.
The Yang di-Pertuan Agong also visited Hasimah Sulaiman, 62, a former servicewoman, in Kampung Kelat Rendang, Pekan who is also a single mother and has a child with kidney disease.
Hasimah, who has served the military for 12 years since 1977, said her son Mohd Akhmar Hakim, 29, had to undergo dialysis treatment at Pekan Hospital three times a week after both his kidneys were damaged at the age of 17.
The mother of two said that she broke up with her ex-husband around 1994.
She said that currently, her family has to depend on welfare and monthly allowances to survive.
I was initially nervous because I was not a high-ranked personnel, instead I did a lot of administrative work and roadblocks only.Hasimah Sulaiman via Harian Metro
Before making his way back to Istana Abdulaziz in Kuantan, His Majesty stopped by Restoran Kak Nah near Istana Abu Bakar, Pekan for lunch.
The owner, Rosnah Mohd Amin, 68 gleefully welcomed the presence of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong who also paid for the other patrons.
The next day,  Al-Sultan Abdullah, visited another 2 ex-military personnel, Dzulkifli Hussain, 60 in Kampung Kolek, Sungai Lembing Kuantan and Mohammad Awange Kechik, 80 at Jalan Melor, Felda Bukit Kuantan Pahang.

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Higher Infection Rates But “Very Low” Death Rates Is A Good Sign Of Curbing Covid-19

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By now, we should know that vaccination does NOT grant immunity to Covid-19 but it will lessen the severity, which means lesser hospital admissions and lesser deaths.

READ MORE: Vaccination Does NOT Mean Immunity, Says Health DG
To further demonstrate this, Rosda Syazana Rosti who goes by the username rosdasyazana, took to her social media and shared a post that has given some hope in otherwise dark times the coronavirus has brought upon us.
Her post has since gathered more than 11,000 likes with users thanking her for sharing, and as one user commented, “you have no idea how much hope it gives me”.
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Even with Delta variant, vaccines lower severe cases and death rate
In her post from Monday, Rosda posted graphs of “new infections” and “deaths” in the United Kingdom and the Netherlands, both countries which have loosened social restrictions.
(Credit: rosdasyazana @ Instagram)
The graphs, which she took from Reuters based on the daily reported trend from 23 July, shows that the spike in infections correlates with a spike in deaths.
Once vaccinations took place, infections and deaths went down as well.
It remained low for a while until the highly contagious Delta variant started spreading like wildfire, hence why there is a sharp increase in new infections towards the end of the graph, BUT the death trend remained VERY LOW this time.
Rosda says that this trend shows that despite the vaccines initially being thought to not be enough for the variant, it is still doing its job to curb the severity of the cases.
Don’t look at the increasing number of new cases
In another post by Dr Tasha Karan, the paediatric doctor who went viral after sharing a powerful picture that sums the plight frontliners face during a pandemic, instead of counting the daily new cases, the numbers we should look at are the ‘total ICU cases’  and ‘total death cases’ as those numbers should go down as more vaccinations take place.
Dr Tasha also dedicated a post for those who are waiting to get vaccinated because they think they still have time, won’t get Covid, or are still waiting to choose their preferred vaccines.
She urged them to take a look at the new infographic the health ministry has posted with a breakdown of cases by Covid categories.
         View this post on Instagram            A post shared by Tharshana Thenakaran (@tash_karan)
She notes, a range of 73% – 95% of the cases in the most severe Category 5 are in unvaccinated individuals.
New goal for 100% of the adult population to be vaccinated by October
Although the increasing numbers are worrying, Rosda is hopeful we can almost see the light at the end of the tunnel.
To curb the severity of the cases, a certain percentage of a country’s population must be vaccinated.
For example, the UK has administered 83,239,491 doses of Covid-19 vaccines so far and assuming every person needs 2 doses, that’s enough to vaccinate 62.3% of the country’s population, while the Netherlands has an estimated 54.9% of their country’s population vaccinated.
Currently, Malaysia is estimated to have 25.1% of the country’s population vaccinated and based on the news reports published by Bernama, all states in Malaysia will achieve a vaccination rate of more than 50% by the end of August, 70% in September and a target of fully vaccinating 100% of the adult population by October!

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[Watch] TikToker Gets Bashed For Throwing Money Around During Ramadhan For “Charity”

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Ramadan is a time when Muslims around the world fast and focus their attention on giving to charity.

But there’s a balance between respectfully giving, and giving respect.
A TikTok user @kimitrader was criticised after he offered to give away RM100 to 10 lucky people in conjunction with Ramadan.
While his intention is good, netizens felt that @kimitrader, who is also a forex trader, lacked humility and respect.
Niat nak bantu orang tu dah betul, tapicara ni tak betul bro. Amende siabaling2 duit macam ni, bulan puasa nimat. pic.twitter.com/I3ef4mUwKm— keem (@AkeemSharyzal) April 3, 2022
In the video, the young man threw RM50 notes into the air while showing off his luxury car.
Online Firestorm
Not happy with the distasteful act, many netizens left comments criticizing the actions of the young man.
They said the TikToker failed to embrace Ramadan’s spirit of gratitude and humility.
They also felt he was merely trying to show off his wealth and the offer to help others was just for fun.
In fact, some even called for the Inland Revenue Board (LHDN) to check whether the young man paid his taxes.

 pic.twitter.com/UR5qB0YzoC— meow_meow (@youmi971) April 3, 2022
Hopefully, influencers or social media celebrities would be more careful in creating viral content.

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Date And Milk Recipe For A Tasty Sahur, Keeps You Energetic During Fasting

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Eating dates with milk is a healthy food that benefits the human body.

Dates – a fruit that come from the date palm tree – contain potassium, magnesium, phosphorous, and zinc, as well as vitamin A, vitamin D, and antioxidants.
Milk also has many properties and is a rich source of calcium and phosphorus. Thus, consuming dates is a great way to replenish these nutrients in the body during fasting.
This fasting month, the combination comes handy especially in preparation of food for sahur.
Dates are particularly beneficial during Ramadan because they are high in sugar and vitamins such as potassium and magnesium as well as an excellent source of fiber and carbohydrates.
When fasting the body can easily develop mild health conditions like low blood sugar, headaches and lethargy.
A Tasty Date Milkshake
A netizen recently shared a delicious date and milk recipe for anyone who wants to try sahur with date milkshake or date milk.
Not only is it sunnah to eat dates for sahur, but it makes for a nutritious meal.
Fa Phong‘s recommendation is especially useful for those who don’t have time to cook anything early that morning, or no appetite to eat during sahur.

Ingredients:
1 box of dates, choose the soft type (recommended to use rotab dates, they are soft, the seeds are small)Fresh milk/box milk
Methods:
Separate the dates and take the contents onlySteam for 20 minutesBlend using a food processor until it becomes a paste (don’t mix with water to get a long -lasting date paste)Put in a bottle and keep it in the fridge.When you’re ready to break fast, add 1 cup of milk + 1 tablespoon of date starch. The 5-minute sahur menu is ready!This menu is suitable for young and old, including for children who are learning to fast.
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Her step-by-step tutorial with pictures is highly commended by netizens, and her posting had been shared more than 6,700 times.
Netizens said the recipe will certainly be useful, as waking up for sahur is a regular part of the routine during Ramadan.
Easy to prepare sahur meals will give them more rest as they don’t have to wake up super early in the morning.
Besides the perfect sahur beverage that’s nourishing and filling, netizens also shared their own quick and easy sahur recipes for others to try.

At the same, the popularity of dates also presented business opportunities for netizens who are entrepreneurial.
Among them is Shaffieq Abdullah, who is selling the dates online, offering consumers with convenience, price and selection.

He said with so many variety of dates available in the market, it is important to choose the right ones.
Medjool dates are a great way to sweeten up your diet while adding vitamins and minerals. Medjool dates’ high fiber content helps you to feel fuller for longer, which can aid in weight management goals.Dates entrepreneur Shaffieq Abdullah on which date is best to eat.

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Batu Feringghi To Disappear Forever Due To Erosion? Activists Want Penang Gov’t To Take Action Quick

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The Penang state government had been urged to find the cause that leads to the decrease in size of the popular tourist attraction, Batu Ferringhi beach.

This is amid concern of aggressive erosion surrounding the area, with a Sahabat Alam Malaysia (SAM) researcher, Mageswari Sangaralingam, stating that the situation at the popular beach is dreadful.
“How critical is the erosion now, and are reclamation projects contributing to this, as members of the public have voiced their suspicion that the coastal erosion is a result of reclamation?” Mageswari was quoted as saying by Free Malaysia Today.
She also urged the state government to provide information on the state of erosion on the beach.
According to Mageswari, the reclamation project and climate change had worsened the situation.
The report stated that several beach workers also said that they had noticed that the trees and other structures along the shores had been impacted by the dwindling down of the beach size, with some 30 trees uprooted since early last year.
Meanwhile, Penang state executive councillor Zairil Khir Johari said that the authorities have begun restoring certain parts of the beach which was affected by erosion since January.
This, according to Zairil, includes a 20m stretch near Golden Sands Resort and another 180m from the resort last month.
He added that work on another 180m stretches would begin next month with the restoration work being supervised by the Penang drainage and irrigation department.
“As for the Rasa Sayang section, the resort has engaged a consultant to study a mitigation plan for further action,” he told the news portal.
The 2km-long beach is popular among the locals and tourists alike with hundreds of people visiting the beach daily, especially during weekends.
However, in recent times, there have been multiple reports of erosion impacting the Batu Feringghi beachfront.
In January this year, a 10m-long civil defence force (APM) watchtower at Batu Ferringhi beach collapsed after a high tide had eroded parts of the beach.
Just last week, The Rasa Sayang Resort and Spa Pinang Restaurant and Bar, located along the Batu Feringghi beach, had been closed until further notice as strong waves and erosion caused the restaurant’s floor to be buried with sand.

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Ex-Sabah Minister Peter Anthony Slapped With 3 Years Jail, RM50,000 Fine For Forgery

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Melalap assemblyman Datuk Peter Anthony has been sentenced to three years jail term and a fine of RM50,000 for forging a letter from the office of the Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) deputy vice-chancellor in order to obtain a system maintenance contract work back in 2014.

The offence was committed while Peter was the Sabah’s infrastructure development minister.
During the sentencing, Session Court Judge Azura Alwi also allowed Peter’s application for a stay of the jail term pending the outcome of his appeal in the High Court.
“However, the accused must pay the fine today. His RM50,000 bail is maintained,” she was quoted as saying by Free Malaysia Today.
The owner of Syarikat Asli Jati was accused of falsifying a letter from the office of the UMS deputy vice-chancellor, dated 9 June 2014, with the intention of using it for fraudulent purposes, in an attempt to get a RM25 million project that had already been given to REMT Utama Sdn Bhd through open tender.
Peter, 51, who is also the Parti Kesejahteraan Demokratik Masyarakat (KDM) president was subsequently charged under Section 468 of the Penal Code.
He will remain an assemblyman pending a decision on his appeal against the conviction and sentence.
Peter’s counsel S Devanandan had earlier mitigated for a minimum jail term and fine, arguing that contributed to the development of Sabah, pointing out his involvement in Sabah’s politics since 2000.
Deputy public prosecutor (DPP) Haresh Prakash Somiah, however, submitted that Peter had committed a grave offence, adding that two high-ranking UMS staff members had to resign due to the incident.

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Boost Disabled Their Cash-Out Feature To Prevent Scammers From Stealing Your Money

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Recently, Boost conducted a major update of their service. They disabled their cash out feature, which allows users to move money from their Boost account into their bank account, and upgraded their eWallet size to a new limit of RM4,999.
Of course, some of their customers were not happy with the change and preferred the cash out feature. However, it appears that Boost has done so with good reason.
In their official statement, which was shared with Soya Cincau, the company said that their main reason for disabling the cash out feature was to keep the money of their customers safe from scams.
This is a safety precaution built into the wallet to protect users from fraudsters and scammers who prey on e-wallet users in the past.Boost via Soya Cincau
They had anticipated a possible rise in fraud and scam cases. Despite the safety measures they already had in place, disabling the feature ensured that scammers would not be able to access their customer’s credit and money, nor would they be able to transfer any of that money to an external bank account.
This move means that Boost customers will never have to worry about being tricked into sharing their account details, or One Time Passwords (OTPs) with scammers.
Boost has alerted their customers of several types of scams in the past. (Credit: Soya Cincau)
FYI, Boost’s Premium Wallet users are still able to transfer funds to another Boost eWallet user.
For those who are unaware, there have been several attempts by scammers to trick Boost customers in the past.
In one syndicate, users would receive messages or ads claiming that they had won RM8,888. And such phishing tactics have resulted in customers losing money.
The video below demonstrates how such a scam is done.

Besides this, scammers have also sent links to fake Boost websites through SMS, WhatsApp and emails and some even called up customers pretending to be Boost representatives.
In case you were wondering, eWallet service providers will never ask you for your password, pin number, or OTP to perform any transaction.
Boost has issued a number of notices and reminders to their customers about such scams.
If you are ever unsure, avoid clicking on any links sent to your from strangers and always refer to official websites or social channels like their Facebook page for any information.
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British Etiquette Expert Dragged For Saying Rice Shouldn’t Be Eaten With Hands

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Grant Harrold, also known as The Royal Butler on Twitter and was the former butler of the British monarchy, probably didn’t know what to expect when he tweeted that rice should only ever be eaten with a knife and fork or chopsticks, and never with hands or fingers.

Ladies and gentlemen, remember we always use a knife and fork or chopsticks to eat rice! We do not use our hands or fingers !!! 😨 pic.twitter.com/xCJEKXg26K— The Royal Butler (@TheRoyalButler) March 6, 2021
To this, he has received responses in varying degrees of politness, but almost all in complete disagreement.
Why though? Can't possibly be an aversion to using hands and fingers because I've seen the way most of you devour a pack of fish and chips…— Mediha (@mediha_m) March 7, 2021
Say the people who doesn’t wash their butt with water. Also step in the house with their shoes on (which already contaminated by god knows what). At least I know where my hand had touch. Do you know how they clean the cutleries and what mouth they got into when you eat outside?— A.E اريف ايددي 🇲🇾 (@arifeddy12) March 7, 2021
His bizarre opinion drew the ire of many cultures who eat rice with their hands, and more even more who just found the tweet antiquated and offensive.
The British had colonised large parts of Asia, particularly India, for hundreds of years. Many cultures in Asia have a staple diet of rice and practice eating food with their hands.
Even in Malaysia, eating rice with hands are a common sight, whether out in public or in the privacy of our own home.
The most efficient tool to put food into your mouth is your hands.(Credit: TRP)
The dismissal of cultures that use their hands to handle food and the added implication that doing so is ‘unhygenic’ and ‘impolite’ speaks volumes about the inherent sense of superiority that exists in the people who colonised half the world.
However, his Tweets were likely meant to be specific to Western norms, and not universal.
Still, why isn’t the spoon considered for use with plain white rice?

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Did MDCC President Catch MITI In A Gaffe?

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It began with a Twitter post by Malaysia Digital Chamber of Commerce (MDCC) president, Chris Daniel Wong, of a letter of permission by the Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI). The photo was presumably taken from a storefront of a Louis Vuitton store in Bukit Bintang.

Is this true @MITIMalaysia @AzminAli LV can operate coz deem essential services? pic.twitter.com/VR4VaPANsP— Chris Daniel Wong (@chrisdanielwong) June 10, 2021

In the post Wong called out MITI and its minister, Datuk Seri Azmin Ali, asking if the letter is real and that Louis Vuitton can operate because it is deemed as an “essential service”.
His followers promptly jumped in with pokes at how buying luxury goods are essential for the upper class. Some even said that Louis Vuitton got away with it because they pay high taxes.

Or how about Louis Vuitton bags as reusable shopping bags.

The same picture gained some traction on Reddit with the post titled “Louis Vuitton declared “essential service” by MITI”. Echoing claims by the MDCC president.

 Louis Vuitton declared "essential service" by MITI from      malaysia

In response, the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (KPDNHEP) Twitter account pointed out that Louis Vuitton not only has its own online platform, but it also applied for a permit through the Covid-19 Intelligent Management System (CIMS) under the e-dagang (e-commerce) category.

The KPDNHEP also noted that the businesses registered as e-commerce may still trade in essential and non-essential services and that “nobody is allowed to walk-in to the store except the delivery service to fetch the merchandise ordered by customers”.
In other words, Louis Vuitton is using their store as a warehouse during the Movement Control Order (MCO) 3.0 and there is no mention of it being “essential” anywhere in the letter.

Of course, the explanation was not accepted by everyone.
Wong says that Louis Vuitton (Malaysia) should operate from a warehouse, using their store in a mall as storage to send the wrong message and that no one reads the fine print.

The store should operate from its warehouse not from the mall as it is sending wrong signal to the ppl that store can open n operate in the mall. Ppl dont look at fine lines most of the time. In that case a lot of shops in the mall can open n operate for eCommerce delivery— Chris Daniel Wong (@chrisdanielwong) June 11, 2021

Wong has been questioning MITI’s approval process since the beginning of the MCO 3.0 and asks that the ministry consults with state authorities to verify companies applying for approval to operate during the lockdown.
“We have received reports that some non-essential businesses were allowed to operate after furnishing inaccurate information,” he said.
“While barbershops and hair salons are not allowed to open, manufacturers such as wood processing companies were given approval to operate. I don’t see how these companies can be categorised as essential services,“ Wong added in an interview with Bernama TV on the “Ruang Bicara” programme last week.
What do you think? Are Wong’s claims correct? What are essential services during the MCO 3.0? Check out our translation of the Total Lockdown SOP and let us know your conclusions.
READ MORE: [UPDATED] MKN’s Official Total Lockdown MCO SOP Effective 1 June 2021 (In English).

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Covid-19 May Have Reached Peak Point, Says DG

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The worst might be over for Malaysiaâ€™s Covid-19 crisis, but thereâ€™s plenty of work still to be done to subdue the viral plague.
The Malaysian Health Ministry believes that the nationwide Movement Control Order (MCO) has been successful at flattening the curve – bringing down the rate of infection in the country.
Flattening the curve essentially means to stop a spike in infections that would overwhelm the healthcare system.(Credit: Wired)
Health Director-General Datuk Dr. Noor Hisham said that the country may have reached its peak point in coronavirus cases sometime last week, or around the same time as the second phase of the MCO.
Previously, analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co predicted that Malaysiaâ€™s Covid-19 infection will reach its peak around mid-April, expecting over 6,000 people to be stricken by the disease.
The DG explains that the ministry was using daily data collected over the crisis period to make more realistic predictions regarding the outbreak in Malaysia and took it as a good sign that the country is currently reporting fewer cases day by day and isnâ€™t experiencing a sudden spike in new infections.
Infection tests are now being conducted across the country.(Credit: Malay Mail)
Itâ€™s not over yet
Malaysia is fighting to bring the infection rate down further.
MOH speculates that the country needs at least 6 weeks to break the chain of infection.
Dr Noor Hisham explains that the coronavirus reproduction rate (R0/R-nought) or the rate at which the infection spreads from person to person during phase 1 and 2 of the MCO was at 3.55, meaning that one sick person will statistically infect another 3.55 people.
Disinfection work being done in Kuala Lumpur.(Credit: Malay Mail)
The day the third phase of the MCO was announced, the nationâ€™s R0 was at 1.0 showing the positive impact of the lockdown.
MOH expected the nationâ€™s R0 to drop to 0.9, meaning that one sick person would infect less than one person reasonably by April 14, before the MCO was extended by another two weeks, to end April 28.

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Health D-G: Malaysia likely hit our Covid-19 peak last week, need six weeks to break chain


Government Working To Improve Internet In The Suburbs & Rural Areas Of Malaysia

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Malaysia is working on improving internet connectivity in the suburbs and rural areas.

Communications and Multimedia Minister Datuk Saifuddin Abdullah explained that the government had put into effect the nationwide Suburban Broadband (SUBB) and Rural Broadband (RBB) program to provide high-speed broadband service in required areas.
The minister said that there are about 639,000 connections already available, with over 34,000 connections on-the-way bringing fixed broadband connectivity to concerned areas like in Sabah and Sarawak.
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) would also be improving internet coverage and quality in the suburbs and rural areas of the country.
Recently, it was reported that less than 20% of the country is cut off from having any internet access.

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Deputy Minister Says That Less Than 20% Of Malaysia Have No Access To Internet, Some Due To Vandalism


“Teroka” The Best Local Brands This Malaysia Day!

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Malaysia has no shortage of talents who are willing to break down walls and push the boundaries of success to achieve their goal.

Despite facing tough times over the past few years with soaring inflation rates and hardships amplified by the pandemic, these Malaysian women mean business and face their challenges head-on.
Innovative platforms like Grab have greatly benefited these local brands, in terms of pushing their business ahead and providing a more seamless checkout experience for their customers.
TRP spoke to 4 Malaysian women who push the envelope of what it takes to be a successful local entrepreneur.
Redefining ‘local’ through fashion and beauty
(Credit: Hanya)
For Hanya’s co-founder Veen Dee Tan, her previous experiences working in the local fashion industry helped shape her vision for the brand. She was very adamant to create a brand that can put Malaysia’s fashion industry on the map.
I want Malaysians to be very proud of wearing local.Veen Dee, Co-founder, Hanya.
Hanya is a brand that proudly represents conscious-fashion. Through her experience, Veen Dee has discovered that there are a lot of metrics to abide by to call a brand ‘sustainable’.
So to educate peers and the public on what it truly means to be sustainable, Hanya takes careful steps to make sure that they don’t claim to be something that they are not.
But that doesn’t mean that Hanya is not moving towards creating a greener Earth. They use 100% biodegradable packaging and upcycle items that have low sell-through rates to create new pieces, thus eliminating the need to dispose of these items in ways that damage the environment.
(Credit: Ulu Soleil)
Ulu Soleil is another Malaysian brand that’s geared towards sustainability. 100% vegan and cruelty-free, Ulu Soleil is a fairly new baby to Sophia Khan and her husband, Dan Mclean who started the brand together in November 2021.
During her pregnancy, Sophia discovered that shea butter was the only ingredient that effectively kept her skin healthy and reduced the appearance of stretch marks.
With that, she decided to bring body balms made with shea butter and active ingredients such as retinol and hyaluronic acid to the local market.
Their body balms come in a tube stick that uses 100% paper packaging. The shea butter comes from West Africa, but everything is manufactured locally.
There’s a perception among locals that manufacturing products overseas are cheaper or more efficient. But actually, Malaysia is actually very capable when it comes to manufacturing.Sophia Khan, Founder, Ulu Soleil.
A lot of the feedback that they’ve received is that the products and the packaging looks very international and not like a Malaysian brand, despite all their product designers being Malaysians.
But why can’t a Malaysian product look like this? Why can’t a Malaysian product compete with a French product? Malaysians can do it. We absolutely can compete on an international level.Dan Mclean & Sophia Khan, Founders, Ulu Soleil.
Comfortable in your own skin
(Credit: Liberty Active)
Liberty Active is an activewear brand that was started by Becca Yap and her friend and former colleague back in 2017.
While looking for activewear options for themselves, they found that most pioneer brands represented the clothes in a way that makes it seem like you could only wear them if you’re incredibly sporty.
Hence, with a fashion background under their belts, they set off to create their own label that empowers women of all sizes in Malaysia, and make it wearable for both the gym and the streets.
They are one of the few brands that can cater to plus-size women.
We found that fitness brings communities together, especially among women.Becca Yap, Co-founder, Liberty Active.
They also collaborated with Refuge for the Refugees during the pandemic and part of the profits were donated to them. A Malaysian flag was printed on each set to embody the Malaysian spirit of lifting one another during tough times.
Although they’re not 100% sustainable, they are taking steps to make a positive impact with recyclable packaging and upcycling deadstock fabrics.
(Credit: Kissis)
Feeling comfortable in your own skin is also something that Kissis, another homegrown brand, feels strongly about.
Founded in 2017 by two friends, Yvonne and Vivian, Kissis originally focused on fast fashion.
But soon enough they discovered that it was hard to keep up with the trends and they lost sight of what the brand represented.
But as they matured, the brand did too.
They got to an age where they preferred to wear basic and comfortable clothes, so they decided to produce what they felt most comfortable wearing.
Our lives have evolved, so our fashion sense evolved too, which is why we’re focusing on basic tees in various colours but made with great quality that is long-lasting.Yvonne, Co-founder, Kissis.
Initially, their clothes only catered to women but they’ve recently branched out to kids wear and will be launching a men’s collection next month.
Teroka all things local with Grab
In conjunction with Malaysia Day, Grab’s Teroka campaign highlights some of our homegrown merchants to encourage Malaysians to explore and support local brands.
Enjoy special discounts from 9 September to 9 October 2022 with exclusive promo codes from Grab and shop from these local businesses!
As of now, 30-35% of Hanya’s customers buy from them via GrabPay.
Even though they are a big corporation, there’s still that human aspect and personal touch, which I absolutely love.Sophia Khan, Founder, Ulu Soleil.
(Credit: Grab)
Get 10% off up to RM20 with a minimum spend of RM200 from these local merchants with the promo code GPDEALSTEROKA.
Earn GrabRewards when you use GrabPay or PayLater by Grab and enjoy a range of discount vouchers to redeem from. GrabUnlimited users can earn up to 1.5% in GrabRewards wherever they spend!
The Grab platform is very good for our customers because not only do they get the discounts directly from our store, but they also get additional benefits from Grab too.Yvonne, Co-founder, Kissis.
PayLater by Grab also gives consumers freedom and flexibility to pay, with features that encourage healthy spending habits.
PayLater really helps customers stretch their wallets, especially during this inflationary period.Veen Dee, Co-founder, Hanya.
For the PayLater option, use the promo code PLDEALSTEROKA and get 10% off up to RM25, with a minimum spend of RM250.
 For more information, visit www.grb.to/TerokaWithGrab.

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Covid-19 : Highest Daily Death Toll With 12 Deaths, Including A 14 Year Old Boy

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Malaysia has hit four figures again in Covid-19 cases as the country recorded 1054 new infections today with 12 deaths – the highest daily tally since the pandemic began.

Tragically, today’s death toll also included a 14-year-old boy in Sabah who suffered from hydrocephalus and tuberculous meningitis.
The total number of deaths now has reached 263.
According to Health Ministry, all of the deaths reported today are from Sabah.
GenderAgeBackgroundMale (WN)64Diabetes, blood pressure and heart problemsFemale (WN)58Diabetes and asthma Female (WN)44High blood pressure Male (BWN)14TB meningitis and hydrocephalusFemale (BWN)61Diabetes and high blood pressureMale (BWN)25–Male (WN)82–Male (WN)80High blood pressure, stroke and heart problemsFemale (WN)80–Female (BWN)70–Female (WN)47Diabetes, high blood pressure and psoriasisMale (WN)56Diabetes, high blood pressure, dyslipidaemia and heart diseaseWN : Malaysian / BWN: non-MalaysianPicture Credit: MOH

This is the third time that the country has hit the 1,000-case mark, the first time being 24 October with 1,228 cases and the second time on 26 October with 1,240 cases (which is also the highest in a day).
Meanwhile, based on the daily announcement by Health Director-General Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah, 875 cases have recovered from the virus.
Sabah has the highest number of daily cases with 678 (64.3% of overall cases), followed by Selangor with 125 and Labuan 81.
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PM Says Won’t Impose Nationwide MCO, Only TEMCO

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In a special announcement on Malaysia’s Covid-19 situation this evening, Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin admits that the recent Sabah election campaign was a source of the recent spike of new cases.

This is something unavoidable as it is in the constitution to have an election within 60 days after Dewan Undangan Negeri was dismissed.
Unfortunately, there were some SOP that were not adhered to such as physical distancing, which I noticed while in Sabah and reminded people. I also refused to campaign in the red zones for the safety of my officers and myself.Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin
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Muhyiddin said he saw with his own eyes people sitting close together at events and had to institute his own SOP.
He would pull up to an event and go straight to the stage to speak, not walking through crowds, and would leave immediately after without shaking hands.
The Prime Minister also assures that it is easier to detect the close contacts of Covid-19 positive patients now compared to earlier outbreaks as the government now has contact tracing apps such as MySejahtera and registration at entry points of premises.
We are now better prepared than before in terms of experience and manpower. We know the behaviour of the virus. We must flatten the curve- we did it before and I’m sure we can do it again.Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin
Muhyiddin also assures that the government will not implement a nationwide lockdown or Movement Control Order (MCO) as he doesn’t want to close any sectors of the economy as we did before.
The government will instead implement Targeted Enhanced Movement Control Order (TEMCO) in red zones to mitigate any economic impact of the pandemic.
He delivered the address from his home, where he is currently undergoing a 14-day home quarantine after attending a meeting with a minister who later tested positive for Covid-19.
In the first week of October alone, Malaysia broke its record for new cases four times since the pandemic began.
Today, 691 new cases were reported – Malaysia’s biggest daily increase Covid-19 cases ever with almost every state recording a new case and four new deaths.
Terkini #COVID19Malaysia 6 Okt 2020Kes sembuh=87Jumlah kes sembuh= 10,427 kesKes positif= 691(kes import=3, kes tempatan=688)Jumlah positif= 13,504 kesKes kematian= 4Jumlah kes kematian= 141 kesKes dirawat di ICU= 31 kesBantuan Alat Pernafasan= 8 kes pic.twitter.com/8T740OOt2Z— KKMalaysia🇲🇾 (@KKMPutrajaya) October 6, 2020

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Avengers: Endgame earns USD1.2b in 5 days

Avengers: Endgame has shattered almost every single box office record for an opening weekend.
It earned USD 1.2 billion (or RM4.96 billion) in just five days.

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Of that, USD 350 million was earned in the United States and USD 859 million internationally. Both numbers are record-breaking, too.
The previous record for an opening weekend was held by Avengers: Infinity War (2018) which took 11 days to reach the USD 1 billion mark.
It then stopped at number 4 on the list of highest grossing movies.
So, it’s still anyone’s guess whether Endgame will still overtake the all-time highest grossing movie to-date, Avatar (2009), which earned USD 2.79 billion over 34 weeks.

Avatar was shown in theaters for â€Ž238 days. Endgame has had 5.(Pic Credit: BoxOfficeMojo.com)

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Additionally, a sequel to Avatar is expected to hit theaters in 2020.
In the meantime, according to Exhibitor Relations, with Avengers: Endgame, the Marvel Cinematic Universe has earned over $19.9 billion (so far).

Mighty Marvel. Over the course of 22 MCU films, including $1.2B from AVENGERS: ENDGAME this week, the Marvel collective has grossed $19.9B…and counting.
â€” Exhibitor Relations Co. (@ERCboxoffice) April 28, 2019

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Emergency And Left Lanes On Tapah-Bidor Highway To Be Closed For Maintenance Works

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The emergency and left lanes between Tapah and Bidor from KM338.2 to KM339.5 southbound on the North-South Expressway will be closed to all vehicles for five days starting 27 June for maintenance works.

Plus Malaysia Berhad (PLUS) said in a statement that the right lanes will still remain accessible to all vehicles.
To ensure a smooth journey, all highway users are advised to plan their journey using the PLUS App to get the latest traffic information via CCTV feeds.
When passing through the affected stretch of road, all road users are urged to adhere to the traffic signages and instructions from PLUS personnel.
To get the latest traffic information or help in the event of emergencies, highway users can contact PLUSLine at 1800-88-0000.
PEMBERITAHUAN @plus2u akan melaksana kerja penyelenggaraan jalan konkrit Laluan Tapah-Bidor (Arah Selatan) dari 27 Jun hingga 1 Julai ini untuk keselesaan pelanggan.  Pengguna laluan ini dinasihatkan untuk merancang perjalanan masing-masing.@LLMrasmi#AWANInews pic.twitter.com/zR2ezgVCQq— 🇲🇾Astro AWANI🇲🇾 (@501Awani) June 23, 2022

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Health Ministry Seconds US CDC’s Guideline To Double Up On Masks

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Since the beginning of the Biden administration, back in January, Dr Anthony Fauci, the director of the US National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases for almost 40 years, advocated the practice of double masking. Since then, the practice slowly gained traction.

This month, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) backed the idea and released a guide that could increase the effectiveness of facemasks in the light of new and more infectious Covid-19 strains.
According to the guide, doubling up on masks could block up to 85.4% of particles that could consist of the highly infectious virus. In comparison, a standard surgical mask would only block 56.1% of the same particles.
Double-masking
The idea of double-masking is now echoed by the Health Ministry and Health Director-General Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah.
Photo from KPKesihatan
The advisory released from The Desk of the Heath Director-General states that “wearing two masks could make it more difficult to breathe, but double-masking is generally well-tolerated and does not reduce oxygen supply”.
Photo from KPKesihatan
It detailed how the correct way to double-up on masks is to wear a cloth mask on top of a surgical mask. In other words, wear one of those washable, reusable masks, on top of the masks that come out of a box.
Do not wear two surgical masks or two cloth masks. It is not as effective as wearing a cloth mask on top of a surgical mask. Also, you don’t have to double-up if you wear an N95 mask, which is referred to as the “golden standard”.
Knot and tuck
So what if you only have those surgical masks at home? Do not double-up. The advisory suggests to “tie the ear loops close to the edges of the mask and tuck in the side pleats to minimise gaps”.
Photo from KPKesihatan
This small practice of making sure the surgical mask is sealed snug to your face will increase its effectiveness from 56.1% to 77%.
Download a PDF of the advisory from the Desk of the Health Director-General here.

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Singapore-Malaysia Cross-Border Bus And Taxi Services Resume On 1 May

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The cross-border bus and taxi services between Singapore and Malaysia will resume services starting 1 May.

According to New Strait Times, Singapore’s Land Transport Authority (LTA) said the cross-border bus services would include:
Services 160, 170 and 170X operated by SBS Transit LtdService 950 operated by SMRT Buses LtdServices TS1, TS3, TS6 and TS8 operated by Transtar Travel Pte Ltd
The operating hours of Services 160, 170, 170X and 950 remain the same as pre-Covid where it operates between 5.20am and 12.30am with similar frequency.
Regarding cross-border taxi services, LTA is working closely with Mlaysia counterpart Agensi Pengangkutan Awam Darat (APAD).
Those travelling to Johor can either board a taxi at the Queen Street taxi terminal or book one through taxi companies with licensed cross-border taxi drivers.
With the resumption of cross-border bus services, the existing Vaccinated Travel Bus Services operated by Transtar Travel Pte Ltd and Handal Indah Sdn Bhd will cease on 1 May.

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Doctor Gets Roasted For Telling Khairul Aming To Cook Healthier In The Future

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Food content creator Khairul Aming recently shared his recipe for Sambal Hijau Bilis and omelette.

While his followers look forward to seeing the recipes he comes up with, Dr Rafidah Abdullah, a consultant physician and nephrologist in Hospital Putrajaya, shared some advice.
She advised Khairul Aming to produce healthy food content because the video of him cooking sambal and the omelette used too much oil.
She also said frying food was unhealthy and wants more Malaysians to be aware of their food choices.
Salam KhairulAming. Saya berharap masakan akan datang adalah makanan sihat. Banyak sangat minyak ni. Goreng is not good. Harap lebih peka dengan masalah rakyat Malaysia. Kita tidak mahu kesihatan makin teruk, negara makin merundum. TK. https://t.co/vIjsh4lmTV— Dr Rafidah Abdullah (@rafidah72) April 1, 2023
However, her comments didn’t go down well with netizens who believe her comments were unwarranted.
Netizens said Khairul Aming isn’t responsible for the health of all Malaysians and also pointed out that he does have a separate Instagram account filled with healthy recipes.
A few of them added that making sambal without oil doesn’t make sense. A netizen explained that sambal is eaten in small amounts and not the whole pan.
Some people said it was unfair to single out Khairul Aming when the food options in the hospital cafeteria weren’t healthy either. They advised Dr Rafidah to fix the hospital food before targeting anyone else.
A netizen explained that there’s no good or bad food and it’s better to eat in moderation.
There were some good jokes from netizens too. The best came from a netizen telling Khairul Aming to put a slice of apple in each recipe because “an apple a day keeps the doctor away.”
Despite the criticism, a few netizens also showed support for the doctor. They believe she has seen how unhealthy Malaysians are in her line of work and was just doing her duty to remind others to care for their health.
However, others also believe Dr Rafidah should let Malaysians make their own choices as everyone is old enough to know for themselves.
Due to the backlash, Dr Rafidah apologised and explained that she wasn’t blaming Khairul Aming for causing Malaysians to be unhealthy.
She also hoped influencers will show the calorie content in their future content or works.
Apahal pulak khairul aming nak kena jaga kesihatan korang? Dia buat video masakan kau nak ikut, buat. Taknak ikut, pergi telan kubis sana. Even dia tak buat video pun mmg orang dah tahu sambal hijau tu guna banyak minyak baru sedap. Tiber pulak mention kat video orang— Abang Doyorks 🇵🇸 (@HafiyFathil) April 2, 2023
The point of sambal is to makan very very little, minuscuuuuuuule amount. That’s why you go padang restaurant the portions for the sambal hijau is tiny. Bagi cukup rasa only.But maybe that’s just me la, that’s cause I can’t tahan pedas lol.— Nazeera Nasir 🏴 (@nzranasr) April 1, 2023
khairulaming mmg ada buat 2nd acc khas utk healthy meals/healthy diet. 30 hari 30 recipe ni mmg dia buat utk bulan puasa so cant be helped lah yg ada minyak2 tu tapi boleh follow ig ni for healthy meals content bukan dia tk pernah buat pic.twitter.com/2xRqn1LiXL— n (@nnishew) April 1, 2023
Unfair la mcm ini Doc. Sembang tentang masalah rakyat Malaysia ini, pernah doc survey cafeteria2 hospital kerajaan jual makanan yang bagaimana? Kalah level minyak & gula dalam makanan KA ini. Kalau cafeteria hospital sendiri tak boleh sajikan makanan sihat jgn hukum orang awam.— Walaun Priest (@weareulatbulus) April 1, 2023
As a doc you should know better there’s technically no bad and good food. Dieticians always preach this so that we don’t have unhealthy relationships with food. Instead there are good and bad ways of consuming foods (too much, too little, in moderation, often, sometimes etc)— Your Christine (@soffea_rahim) April 1, 2023
Kalau aku jadi khairulaming harini aku akan buat apple masak lemak cili api coz an apple a day keeps the doctor away— Zahid (@BenzZahid) April 2, 2023
Dia ni doktor. Prihatin dengan kesihatan rakyat Malaysia. Dia mesti tahu statistik penyakit di Malaysia ni apa, tinggi ke rendah ke. Sebab itu dia tegur. Yang ditegur khairul aming, yang gelabah bontot warganet.— RAIN (@Rainism08) April 1, 2023
Ada benarnya teguran doctor. Disamping memeriahkan bulan puasa dgn resepi maka KA boleh buat resipi sihat juga. Ramai akan ikut cuba.— Uncle Jazz (@UncleJazzman) April 1, 2023
lol let him be. we’re old enough to know what’s healthy and unhealthy. nak healthy sikit, reduce cooking oil, salt and etc. nak healthy banyak, pi makan grilled chicken w salad. https://t.co/vFHvbGMYIj— fiqah 🦄 ✨ (@fiqahrhmxx) April 1, 2023
Saya mohon maaf kerana saya nampak ramai yg salah anggap yg sy menuduh En Khairul Aming merosakkan kesihatan rakyat Malaysia. Dua ayat terakhir saya sepatutnya di para yg lain. Walaubagaimanapun, harapan saya video2 atau content2 mana2 influencer ada tertera kandungan kalori. https://t.co/4t9MzjfUwe— Dr Rafidah Abdullah (@rafidah72) April 2, 2023

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New Covid-19 Cluster Forces Sarawakian Hospital To Close

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Sentosa Hospital in Kuching, Sarawak will be closed to the public as it is the epicenter of the Covid-19 Sentosa cluster.

What you need to know: The Sentosa cluster had a total of 24 Covid-19 cases. Random tests will be conducted for the residents living in the surrounding area. Additionally, contact tracing will be intensified for all those involved in the cluster.
Patients who tested positive for the virus were referred to the Sarawak General Hospital for treatment while all those who have come into contact with them have been ordered to undergo self-quarantine for 14 days.
The Sentosa Hospital staff will have to quarantine within the hospital and they are not allowed to return to their homes for 14 days.
Who said what: State Disaster Management Committee (SDMC) chairman Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas made the announcement, citing that all hospital staff are under quarantine, which led to the closure of the hospital.
Why it matters: The second Covid-19 wave is a legitimate concern, as new clusters are popping up alarmingly fast again. While Malaysia started to celebrate zero local transmissions just a few weeks ago, it appears that this fight is not over yet.
Read more:This Is Where All Of Malaysia’s New Covid-19 Clusters Are (July 2020) [TRP]Sentosa Hospital closed, random tests for nearby residents [The Borneo Post]

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The Mazda3 New Era Isn’t For Everyone. Here’s Why It’s A Good Thing

The all-new Mazda3 New Era is turning heads with its gorgeous new look. The car looks like what you would see at the Pavilion valet parking, pulling up to a mansion in Bukit Damansara, or cruising through the streets of Putrajaya.
The car boasts an almost complete design overhaul from the exterior to the interior, fully embracing the Jinba-ittai philosophy of “one-ness with the car”.
This philosophy is why the new Mazda 3 is fully engineered to provide the ultimate driving experience. You’re not just buying a vehicle – the car becomes an extension of your person.
Which is also why the Mazda3 comes with a starting price tag of RM140K. This can be a daunting number for most, but for those of you who can afford it, you’re buying more than just a car.
(Credit: Bermaz Motors)
The driver-centric experience
The all-new Mazda 3 focuses on making the car so comfortable every ride is pure enjoyment. From the shape of the seats to the layout of the dashboard, Mazda has done everything possible to make the Mazda 3 an ultimate pleasure to drive.
1. Overhauled interior
The interior is sleek and luxurious, with plenty of leather accents and a premium feel.
The driver-centric car reduces visual noise by changing their layout to the dashboard.
(Credit: Bermaz Motors)
They’ve upgraded the console box for secure storage to be big enough to fit tablets and other items for the professional on-the-go.
The Mazda3 also comes with an Active Driving Display projection on the windscreen in full color. Essentially, you have a holograph overlying, but not obstructing, your field of vision.
Wanna know what Iron Man feels like? This is how Iron Man feels like.
(Credit: Jayse Hansen)
2. Brand new exterior:
Mazda has also embraced the Japanese philosophy- KODO, or “soul of motion”- in their car designs. The Mazda3 New Era is taut and quietly powerful, like a wild animal waiting to leap into a sprint.
The design is meant to imbue the car with soul and elegance, a must-have for those who can handle its strength.
(Credit: Bermaz Motors)
3. Be one with the force
Mazda has tweaked almost every aspect of the new car, which translates to a stronger, more flexible chassis and the ergonomic, sporty design gives you a smoother drive.
The new technology optimizes the Mazda 3 for the best performance, even for everyday driving and energy efficiency.
For example, the G Vectoring Control Plus technology that allows the car to sense when one wheel needs more power. The car automatically transfers power to the side that needs more traction for better cornering.
Additionally, the iActivesense safety features make driving a breeze, even during frustrating traffic conditions like in the heart of KL.
(Credit: Bermaz Motors)
Most fender-benders occur in bumper-to-bumper traffic when everyone is impatient, but the iActivesense has automatic slowing and braking when it detects vehicles ahead of you, so you can be completely assured that you wouldn’t hit another car- even if you zone out for a split second while driving.
4. Driving experience
A lot of thought has gone into ensuring maximum comfort. Most of the changes made to the all-new Mazda 3 aren’t actually visible, and instead influence the driving experience.
The new ergonomic seat is meant to dampen the vibrations from the car and provide balance when driving. This means that long-distance driving isn’t as tiring on your body (or mind!) and driving becomes a much more pleasant experience.
(Credit: Bermaz Motors)
Plus, link your phone to the car seamlessly with the Mazda Connect System. You don’t even have to actually be Iron Man to set it up: it’s super easy.
You will never need to fiddle with your phone dock or pull up Netflix Maps, or turn on your phone’s speaker mode- just sit in the car and let the Mazda3 New Era do the work.
(Credit: Bermaz Motors)

If you’re looking for a luxury ride that is ridiculously comfortable and ergonomic, roll up to the all-new Mazda3 New Era for the drive of your life. We strongly recommend you bring the car for a spin to feel the power of KODO for yourself!


There Is A LOT More Men Than Women In Malaysia, Sex Ratio Is Increasing

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Guys, it’s not your fault if you’re single. There’s just not enough women for everyone.

“52.3% of Malaysia’s population are men and 47.7% are women, making the ratio between men and women here 110 to 100,” said the Prime Minister earlier today at the launch of the Report on Key Findings of Population and Housing Census 2020 at MSU, Shah Alam.

PENDUDUK MENGIKUT JANTINADaripada 32.4 juta penduduk, 52.3% ialah lelaki manakala 47.7% ialah perempuan. Nisbah Jantina adalah 110 lelaki berbanding 100 wanita.Negeri yang mempunyai bilangan wanita melebihi lelaki adalah W.P Putrajaya, 100 wanita bersamaan 96 lelaki— Ismail Sabri (@IsmailSabri60) February 14, 2022

He further added that the only state that has the female population surpassing the male is the Federal Territory of Putrajaya with a ratio of 96 males to 100 females. Perlis almost followed after suit with slightly more population of female to male but still with a ratio of 100 to 100.
According to the Department Of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM), the 2020 Population and Housing Census concluded that there are approximately 17 million male in Malaysia as opposed to the females which are only 15.5 million. This makes the total population of Malaysia to 32.4 million people.
In case you can’t quite comprehend the ratio, having this number means that there are 1.5 MILLION more men than women in Malaysia. Now that sounds like a big difference, doesn’t it?
(Credit: @StatsMalaysia / Twitter)
This gender imbalance has been the case even in 2010, where the ratio are 106 men to 100 women.
This generally mean that there’s just not enough female for the male for the time being. Hence, nobody is pointing at you guys for not having a girlfriend yet, gentlemen. It’s just the stats.
READ MORE: M’sia Gender Imbalance Means There’s More Men Than Women
And ladies, don’t worry if it doesn’t work out for you girls, there’s plenty of fish in the sea. Literally.

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Health DG: Decision To Reopen Schools & Social Sectors Will Be Made By 9th June

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Health Director General Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah has said that schools and social sectors can reopen if the nation’s Covid-19 cases remain low in the single or lower double digits.
Speaking to reporters at the daily Covid-19 briefing yesterday, he stated that the decision will be made on 9th June, after the Health Ministry has monitored the impact of the Hari Raya festive season last weekend.
Today, we have seen how the collaboration between the ministry and the public can bring down the number of infections, so the strategy of applying the Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO) is fruitful. But the ministry is still concerned about the impact of the festive season, which we will see in the first week of June.Datuk Dr Noor Hisham, Health Director General.
Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah, Health Director General.(Credit: Malay Mail)
He also mentioned that the ministry’s projections has shown Malaysia is on track to reaching lower case numbers, but remains cautious if it can be sustained.
The timing is important. This is why we are very cautious before we make any changes to our policy. If we can continue to keep the daily cases to low double-digit or reduce it further to single digit, then we will make a decision on June 9.Datuk Dr Noor Hisham, Health Director General.
He hopes that the public can work hand in hand with the Health Ministry to comply with the standard operating procedures (SOPs) in place, which will ensure low Covid-19 cases in the country.
The social responsibility, the social discipline and social compliance is very important to us to break the chain of Covid-19 transmission in this country.Datuk Dr Noor Hisham, Health Director General.
Yesterday, Malaysia recorded its lowest daily Covid-19 case increase with only 10 cases since the Movement Control Order (MCO) began on 18th March. The CMCO is scheduled to end on 9th June.

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Muslim Males Allowed To Skip Friday Prayers Three Times In A Row During MCO

Men who skip Friday prayers three times in row during the Movement Control Order (MCO) will not be sinned for doing so as staying at home helps to curb the spread of COVID-19, according to Terengganu’s Deputy Mufti Sahibul Fadilah Ahadi Othman.
He said that men should replace it when Zuhur prayers instead, which can be performed in their own homes and hopes that the new ruling would clarify on whether they can miss the weekly prayer three times in a row.
The law was made on the fiqh method, he said, considering the current circumstances that is happening.
The fiqh method is used by Muslim authorities to solve problems not mentioned in the Quran or Sunnah, such as the sudden outbreak of the newly discovered coronavirus.
Sahibul also hoped that Malaysians would comply to the MCO as it’s important to avoid from the period extending further.

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Police Issue RM1,000 Compounds To 23 Individuals Caught At Raya Open House In Kedah

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As many as 23 individuals were issued compounds of RM1,000 each by the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) after they were found congregating at a Hari Raya open house last night (Tuesday, 26 May 2020) in Gurun, Kedah.
According to Yan District Police Chief Superintendent Shahnaz Akhtar Haji, who released a press statement on the matter, the open house was discovered while his team was patrolling the area at 8.30pm, in-line with the enforcement of the conditional movement control order (CMCO).
When the police arrived, they found 23 individuals attending the Aidilfitri celebration at the invitation of the host.Superintendent Shahnaz Akhtar Haji via Berita Harian (Translated from BM)
The police then took the guests, aged between 19 and 25 years old, to the Yan District Police Headquarters for further action under Regulation 3 of the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases Regulations 2020.
Shahnaz explained that while being questioned by the police, all the guests admitted that they had gathered at the house for a Hari Raya dinner party and the 24-year-old host also admitted to inviting a few of his good friends and relatives to his house at the time and date of the incident, for a Hari Raya open house.
They were all found to have gathered and breached the CMCO. Following that, the police have issued compounds to all individuals involved.Superintendent Shahnaz Akhtar Haji via Berita Harian (Translated from BM)

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3 Top-Tier Tips On Creating & Celebrating Your Connections With Others On CNY

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Our connection to one another is what defines us as individuals and it’s only human nature to seek out the comfort of family and community for us to prosper.

Since the pandemic, some of us might have been missing the warmth and reliability of the human connection. It’s totally understandable that it might be hard to get back into that social groove.
But as it stands, it remains important for us to break down our boundaries and maybe even the walls we’ve put up along the way to embrace meaningful connections and truly celebrate our common need for one another.
So just in case, you might be a little rusty at this whole “socializing” thing, here are some easy tips you can use to reconnect with estranged loved ones or even build bonds with soon-to-be compadres, just in time for the Chinese New Year festivities.
Tip 1: Be GUNG HO about it!
Being reserved and cocooning by yourself can be a lonely way to live, so you need to be clever, charming and, most of all, motivated to move out of your comfort zone to engage and reach out to others.
One of the biggest traps that we often fall into is the assumption that people don’t like us or care about what we have to say.
Don’t be afraid to strike up thoughtful conversations about things you find interesting or insightful.
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Try sharing your beliefs, ideas and perspectives the next time you meet people at the reunion dinner and pick their brains about their principles and values.
Ask them about their hopes, dreams and resolutions for the new year or even how they plan to invest the ang pow money they got for CNY.
After all, you can’t be talking about the weather forever!
Tip 2: Don’t just talk, LISTEN!
Sharing your thoughts and ideas with people is great, so long as you give them time to respond and allow for them to speak their minds and get a load off their chests.
Pay close attention to what people have to say and try to get a sense of how they’re actually feeling. A useful skill is to remain patient and acknowledge what they’re expressing and be empathetic with their emotions.
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You can experiment with responding to people with a simple nod or using phrases like “I see”, “I know how you feel” or even “I understand what you’re going through” the next time they’re brave enough to share what’s going on in their heads.
Just try and respect their boundaries when you’re doing so as you wouldn’t wanna push and pry too much at the next family gathering – not unless you’re ready for things to get a bit awkward!
Tip 3: Follow up and make PLANS!
Connections must be fostered and nurtured, and having physical, facemask-to-facemask (ehem) interactions with others is the ultimate way to build strong social bonds.
Planning to get together IRL with others is an excellent way to cultivate the confidence, trust and loyalty we have with one another and develop truly meaningful relationships.
Don’t be too quick to turn down an invitation you received or miss out on the opportunity to ask people you care about, or share interests with to go out for a drink the next time you get a chance.
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Keep in mind that it’s okay to be anxious around other people and completely fine if you find that your social skills are a bit out of practice.
That’s what these get-togethers are all about: for you to be yourself, warm up to others and create genuine connections to get rid of your social anxieties.
Bonus Tip: Use BAIT!
Nothing works better at bridging connections than sharing conversations over food and beverages. And we might be able to help you with that.
From 1 to 31 January, you can stand a chance to win a whole Guinness-infused Chinese New Year banquet dinner with the people you choose to spend time with!
This festive party-favour comes with a Guinness-personalised “Chatterbox” – a party starter pack equipped with conversation cards, snacks, and more Guinness products to aid you in your social endeavours.
Here’s how you can get a hold of it
Share your Chinese New Year celebration plans in the giveaway comment section on Guinness’ official Facebook page (HERE).Tag three (3) family and friends.Stand a chance to win an exclusive #CelebrateForReal Chatterbox and a Guinness-infused Chinese New Year feast.
Terms and conditions apply of course!
(Credit: Guinness)
With a little effort, you’d be fortunate enough to be blessed with auspicious connections that’ll last a lifetime.
Just remember to stay Covid-safe, and that the legal drinking age in Malaysia is 21. So it means that you’d need to be 21-years-old and non-Muslim to purchase and consume alcohol.
Also if you’re planning on drinking, remember to do it responsibly and in moderation, and don’t drink and drive. Instead, try carpooling with the people you want to connect with (who aren’t drinking, of course) or just catch a cab instead.
For more info, head on over to Guinness Malaysia’s Facebook page, (HERE).

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Did You Happen To See Borneo Natives In KL Last Week? Here’s Why They Were Here

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Did you happen to catch a group of Sabah and Sarawak natives in a walkabout around Kuala Lumpur recently?

The walkabout was part of the Borneo Native Festival where these indigenous communities from Sabah and Sarawak united and took to the streets of Kuala Lumpur to proudly display their stunning traditional attire.
Captured in a series of TikTok videos by @greatsam, a group of Dayak natives paraded through the city with a clear purpose: to remind the world of their continued presence.

  @greatsamco Part 1. History was made for the first time our ethnic group from Sabah and Sarawak dance on an @AirAsia aircraft above the clouds, enroute to kl. This is a series of short stories from my perspective, following @Panglima Peter John Jaban in his journey to put our native people on the map of Malaysia. You will be surprised how many people are clueless of who they are despite holding the same Malaysian ID card as them.  #tiktok #fyp #trending #fypmalaysia #viral #foryoupage #malaysiatiktok #malaysia #kualalumpur #pasarseni #trendingsong #foryou #foryourpage #centralmarketkualalumpur #malaysia #kualalumpur #pasarseni #centralmarketkualalumpur #borneo #sabah #sarawak #borneonativefestival2023 #borneonativefestival #b#BNF #kaamatan #Undukngadau #sape #bellaastillah #ratucantik #perarakanBNF #borneo #sabah #Sarawak #traditional #sukaseni #visitmalaysia #pestaborneo #bnf2023 #storiesthatmatter  ♬ original sound – greatsam – greatsam

Their eye-catching traditional outfits attracted widespread attention, prompting numerous spectators to record this extraordinary event.
According to @greatsam, the ethnic group from Sabah and Sarawak led by the group’s leader, Peter John Laban, was also invited by AirAsia to visit their RedQ headquarters.

This is a series of short stories from my perspective, following Panglima Peter John Jaban in his journey to put our native people on the map of Malaysia.
@greatsam via TikTok

  @greatsamco Part 3. Is this what everyone wants? A strong statement from @Panglima Peter John Jaban was captured to share the essence of what we call, harmony. The parade happened in conjunction to the Borneo Native Festival 2023 at Central Market, KL. This is a series of short stories from my perspective, following Peter John’s in his journey to put our native people on the map of Malaysia. #fyp #trending #fypmalaysia #viral #foryoupage #malaysia #kualalumpur #pasarseni #centralmarketkualalumpur #borneo #sabah #sarawak #borneonativefestival2023 #borneonativefestival #kaamatan #gawai #Undukngadau #sape #borneo #traditional #sukaseni #visitmalaysia #bnf2023 #storiesthatmatter#agikidupagikngelaban  ♬ original sound – greatsam – greatsam

Additionally, these individuals were observed boarding the MRT train, where fellow passengers enthusiastically captured photographs of them.
The atmosphere was characterized by convivial exchanges centered around their native heritage.
These footages serve as a powerful representation of Malaysia’s diversity, illustrating the essence of harmonious coexistence among individuals from various cultural backgrounds who peacefully live together.

There were alot of people asking us while we walked on the streets of Petaling Street if we hailed from Indonesia? I said no. We are Malaysians. Yes we are Malaysians too, despite how we look. We have all kinds of religions in Sarawak and we live in harmony with one and another. This is what we want.
Panglima Peter John Jaban

  @greatsamco Part 4. Never give up!  This is a series of short stories from my perspective, following @panglimapeterjohnjaban’s in his journey to put our native people on the map of Malaysia. @flyairasia @sukaseni_my @waupost   bnf2023 culture storiesthatmatter agikidupagikngelaban sabahonsoi #nevergiveup ♬ original sound – greatsam – greatsam

Although many on social media were amazed by the viral videos, there was one individual who chose to leave a negative comment on the viral post.
In her tweet, the Twitter user remarked that no one was denying the existence of these native people.
After being called out on her tweet, she followed on with comments saying that the existence of the natives have never been questioned and it brought no sense for them to ‘dance around Kuala Lumpur semi-naked’.

Ada aku ckp aku tk agree ke dgn video tu? Betul la dorg exist. Klau org tkthu bgtahu, org akn terima. Sbb mmg dorg tak thu. Takya la sampai susah payah nk menari separa bogel tgh KL. Ada org deny dorg bukan Malaysian ke?
Twitter user
This comment sparked a cascade of responses from others, who dissected and criticized the problematic nature of her viewpoint.
Twitter user @beatriceluma said while it is true that the existence of natives is not denied, many Sabahans and Sarawakians are still stereotyped.

Nobody denied it, but still, most Sarawakian and Sabahan get stereotyped. Thankfully, my circle of friends on the other side would never do such a thing, but I know people out there still do.
@beatriceluma via Twitter
In another set of tweets, she added that her culture and many other minority cultures shouldn’t just exist, instead it should thrive and grow.

It should be appreciated and treasured. It is a part of Malaysian culture. What makes Malaysia, Malaysia. It is a multicultural country where all races live together in harmony. I’m sorry if you don’t appreciate your own culture and heritage the way Sarawakian and Sabahan do with theirs. We are strangely fiercely loyal and defensive about it. If you have nothing better to say, just keep quiet. Why air out your dismissal as if we are not part of Malaysia?
@beatriceluma via Twitter
Another Twitter user @kiminoriii also chipped in calling out the original tweet rude and unkind.

Hi, I think it is very rude for you to utter these kinds of wording about other people’s culture. if you don’t wanna see it, you don’t have to see it. I don’t think it’s harmful for the public to learn about others’ cultures, especially those West Malaysians.
@kiminoriii via Twitter
She also added that it was high time we start respecting people’s culture.

You don’t have to say ‘kenapa nak separa bogel’. That’s their traditional attire, tak suka tengok, you can just scroll and go.
@kiminoriii via Twitter
Nevertheless, Sabah and Sarawak have always had a celebrated uniqueness when it comes to their culture and customs.
Home to numerous indigenous communities, each with its distinct customs, languages, and belief systems, the natives of these states, collectively known as Bumiputera, proudly preserve their unique customs and traditions, providing a captivating glimpse into the rich tapestry of Borneo’s cultural landscape.
The Kadazan-Dusun, Murut, Bajau, and Rungus are among the prominent indigenous groups in Sabah, while the Iban, Bidayuh, Orang Ulu, and Melanau are well-known in Sarawak.
These communities have nurtured their cultural heritage for generations, passing down traditions that are integral to their identity.
Festivals and Ceremonies
Festivals play a significant role in the cultural fabric of Sabah and Sarawak.
The Harvest Festival, known as Pesta Kaamatan in Sabah and Gawai Dayak in Sarawak, celebrates the bountiful rice harvest and serves as a time for communities to express gratitude through cultural performances, traditional games, and feasts.Other notable festivals include the Murut Magahau Harvest Festival, the Bajau Horse Festival, and the Iban Pukul Tiga Festival, each offering unique insights into the customs and beliefs of the respective communities.
Traditional Practices and Beliefs
The indigenous communities of Sabah and Sarawak have a deep connection to the natural environment and maintain traditional practices that reflect their close relationship with the land and the spirits.
The Iban practice the art of tattooing, known as “bunga terung” or “bunga seranjang,” which holds cultural and spiritual significance.
Traditional healing methods, such as the use of medicinal plants and rituals, continue to be passed down through generations, preserving ancient wisdom and herbal knowledge.
Arts, Crafts, and Music
The native communities of Sabah and Sarawak are also renowned for their exquisite craftsmanship and artistic expressions.
Intricate beadwork, weaving, and woodcarving are integral to their cultural heritage.
The Pua Kumbu textiles of the Iban, the delicate beadwork of the Kelabit, and the intricate brassware of the Lun Bawang are examples of the craftsmanship that showcases the skills and creativity of these communities.
Traditional music, featuring instruments like the sape (a lute-like instrument) and gongs, adds rhythm and melody to cultural performances and ceremonies.
In conclusion, the customs and traditions of the indigenous communities in Sabah and Sarawak are an integral part of Malaysia’s cultural mosaic.
Their deep-rooted connections to the land, vibrant festivals, intricate craftsmanship, and spiritual practices all contribute to the rich tapestry of Borneo’s cultural heritage.
By embracing and celebrating the customs of Sabah and Sarawak natives, we honor the diversity that make Malaysia a truly remarkable and culturally vibrant nation.

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