7 Floral Inspired Cafes & Restaurants Around Klang Valley For Those Magnificent OOTDs

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There are tons of cafes here in the Klang Valley. From greens to minimalistic themed cafes, you can find any type of cafe you want. Including floral-themed ones.

Here, we have a list of a few floral-inspired cafes and restaurants for you to dine in and get that insta worthy OOTD shots.
These places are not only known for their magnificent decorations, they are also known for their tantalizing and scrumptious dishes!
So here, check these places out.
1. Flora Kafe
Previously located at the Ampwalk Mall, Ampang and now located at Wangsa Maju, this cafe is luxuriously decorated with artificial flowers. Some parts of their ceilings are filled with vibrant purple and white cascading flowers, making the scene look like a floral paradise. Well, it is called Floral Kafe for a reason.
To dine here, it’s best if you make a reservation first, just for them to save seats for you in case of a full-house or if they are unavailable because of reserved events. They also cater to events such as birthdays, small weddings and more.
(Credit: Flora Kafe)
Here, they serve mostly Western cuisine but they also have some promising Malay dishes as well. Their menu ranges from Laksa Johor and Nasi Goreng Padprik to Salmon Grill and Rib Eye Steak. Their best recommendations are the Lamb Grill, Mee Bandung and Laksa Johor.
In addition, owned by a Muslim, this cafe is also 100% halal.
Lamb Grill (left) and Ubi Goreng Flora (right) (Credit: Flora Kafe / Instagram)
Opening Hours: 2.30 pm – 10 pm (Monday’s Closed)
Address: No. 35L-G-II, Jalan Wangsa Delima 5, Pusat Bandar Wangsa Maju, 53300 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur
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2. Lisette’s Cafe & Restaurant
Lisette is a place that offers fresh brews, big meals and various bakes of pastries. Apart from being available for breakfast, lunch and dinner, they also have vegetarian-friendly dishes too.
Currently, they have two outlets in the Klang Valley, one in Bangsar and one in Subang. You will be greeted with a big pink flower wall in both of their places as that’s one of the main attractions of their cafes.
Their outlet in Subang (left) and their outlet in Bangsar (right).(Credit: Lisette’s Café & Bakery / Facebook)
In terms of food, their most recommended dish is the Black Rice Nasi Lemak, available from breakfast to dinner. They also recommend trying their assorted pastries and breakfast menu.
Additionally, they are pork-free but do serve alcohol.
Vegan Big Breakfast (left) and Black Rice Nasi Lemak (right).(Credit: Lisette’s Café & Bakery / Facebook)
Opening Hours: 8 am – 10 pm (Daily)
Address:
Bangsar – 8, Jalan Kemuja, Bangsar, 59000 Kuala Lumpur
Subang – GK09 G Floor, Empire Shopping Gallery, Jalan SS16/1, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor
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3. Viola Flower Cafe
This quaint little cafe is located in Bukit Jalil and they serve a fusion of Japanese and Western food. Ideally, they are known for their beautifully dried flower bed, hanging over your head in pastel shades of pink, purple and cream.
The dried flower bed (left) and the entrance of the cafe (right).(Credit: Viola Flower Cafe / Facebook)
For their fusion cuisine, they serve creative meals which include onigiris, Japanese themed pizzas and pastas, rice bowls and various snacks like takoyaki and chibitori. For the recommendation, they suggest trying their Tori Cheesy Churros Burger and Salmon Mentai Pasta.
Besides that, they do not serve pork or alcohol and they also have Muslim chefs working with them.
Their afternoon tea set is called “Picnic On The Table” (left) and their selection of Wafu Pastas (right). (Credit: Viola Flower Cafe / Facebook)
Opening Hours: 11 am – 9 pm (Daily)
Address: H-1, 03, Persiaran Jalil 1, Bukit Jalil City, 57000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
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4. Mary Jane KL
Located in the busy street of Petaling, this famous cafe is known for their luscious pink and red artificial flower booths on their second-floor dining area. If you take a picture here, you’re sure to look like a goddess on a bed of blossoming roses!
Other than that, their whole interior decor just speaks luxury as the top floor is decorated with chic pink paradise vibes while the lower floor (bar) is adorned with tropical jungle decors.
(Credit: Mary Jane KL / Instagram)
Their food is a fusion of Western and Malaysian food. Serving for brunch, evening tea and dinner, their menu ranges from Nasi Ulam Ayam Rendang and Kam Heong Clams Spaghetti to Australian Black Angus Ribeye and Mary Jane’s Cold Capellini.
Because they are a bar, they do serve alcohol but their food is pork-free.
Spicy Coconut Masak Lemak Seafood Spaghetti (left) and Chicken Waffles (right).(Credit: Mary Jane KL / Facebook)
Opening Hours: 12 pm – 10 pm (Monday’s Closed)
Address: 106, Jalan Petaling, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
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4. The Orchid Conservatory
This breath-taking restaurant is located inside the Majestic Hotel KL. The place is densely decorated with a seasonal range of beautiful phalaenopsis orchids, varying according to the time of the year. It’s like sitting in a botanical garden!
To dine here, you would have to make a reservation first as their afternoon tea set is very popular, especially around the weekends.
(Credit: travelnowlah / Instagram, evamoon / blog)
At this hotel, they serve the same tea sets (scones, cakes, pastries) to three different venues in the hotel which are the Colonial Cafe, Drawing Room and Orchid Conservatory. The only difference to the tea set is the ambience of the place and the tea itself (the Orchid Conservatory being the premium place that’s served with premium tea).
Here at the hotel, they are pork-free but do serve alcohol.
(Credit: evamoon / blog, seefood_diet / Instagram)
Opening Hours: 3 pm – 6 pm (Closed on Monday and Tuesday)
Address: The Majestic Hotel, 5, Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin, Perdana Botanical Gardens, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur
Contact: 03-2785 8000
6. Petals Room
It is truly a floral cafe if you have a wholesale florist nearby. Located near the wholesale fresh cut flower and plant florist, this cafe decorates its interiors with beautiful artificial blooms. They also have a flower wall filled with blooms of pink, purple, blue and white.
You can also visit the wholesale florist called Pudu Ria Florist nearby to get some cheap fresh-cut flowers or cute greens while you’re in the neighbourhood.
(Credit: Petals Room / Facebook)
Here, they serve mostly Western food like Black Pepper Chicken Chop to Spicy Aglio Olio Pasta. They also have Afternoon Tea Sets for those who want to bite on little decadents while sipping various kinds of tea that they offer.
Other than that, their food is pork-free but they serve alcohol as they have a bar too.
Teriyaki Chicken Rice (left) and English Afternoon Tea Set (right).(Credit: Petals Room / Facebook)
Opening Hours:
Weekdays 10am-6pmWeekends 10am-10pm(Closed on Monday)
Address: 21, Jalan Empat, Chan Sow Lin, 55200 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
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READ MORE: 10 Fresh Florists In Klang Valley To Smell The Flowers Or Have Them Delivered
7. Willow Restaurant
This restaurant is a semi-fine dining restaurant with an open bar located on the 8th floor of W Hotel Kuala Lumpur. Conveniently, they are right next to the PETRONAS Twin Towers, so make sure to take the window seat when you’re there (additional charges on deposit).
Being a fine dining place, their interior decoration is just opulently gorgeous, you’ll feel like you’re in a pastel bloom spring garden!
(Credit: @willowkualalumpur / Instagram)
Their food is an exquisite mixture of cuisines from Japanese to French dishes. Some of their most recommended dishes are the Spanish Octopus and the Hokkaido Scallop.
Also a bar, this place serves alcoholic beverages but their food is pork-free.
Lamb Ragout (left) and Spanish Octopus (right).(Credit: @willowkualalumpur / Instagram)
Opening Hours: 11.30 am – 11 pm (Daily)
Address: Willow KL, 8th Floor, W Kuala Lumpur, No. 121 Jalan Ampang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
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Honourable Mentions:
Some of these places have cute and minimalistic floral decors in their cafes while some have extravagant decors in their event space.
Flora Terrace (Jalan Tun Razak), Daisy & Peony Florist Cafe (Bukit Jalil), Fine Coffee and Flowers (Ampang), Flowers and Coffee (Setapak).
There you go. Some of the best floral-inspired places in the Klang Valley.
So, what are you waiting for? Grab your pals or partners and dine dine pose pose away!
We know how important that OOTD is!
READ MORE: Ini 5 Kafe Estetik & Instagramable Baharu Di KL. Nak #OOTD Pun Boleh!

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[Watch] Malaysian Woman Shatters Her Jaw After Cyberjaya E-Scooter Accident

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It’s fairly easy to find e-scooters in the cities now for quick modes of transport or for recreation. However, people should take the same caution while riding an e-scooter, just like they would when they ride bicycles or skateboard on the road.

A Malaysian woman named Kiwi shared her horrifying accident when she rode an e-scooter in Cyberjaya on 20 March with family and friends.
It wasn’t her first time riding the e-scooter. However, she lost control of the e-scooter and was thrown off when she swerved at a curve.

At first, she didn’t feel anything but realised she was dripping blood from her chin. That was when she knew she was in serious trouble.
Her family and friends rushed to her side and tried to apply pressure on the bleeding with tissues and plasters. She was quickly sent to Hospital Putrajaya on the same night.
At the hospital, she was bandaged but had to wait about 7 hours before the doctors attended to her. They recommended she undergoes surgery because the scans showed that her jaw was shattered.
Unfortunately, the next available date was only next Tuesday, 29 March. For the whole night, she couldn’t eat, drink or talk.
After falling from the e-scooter. Image: kiwi.potatoo/ IG
After returning to Hospital Putrajaya the next day (22 March), her mother decided that having the surgery done at a private hospital would be quicker.
The doctor at the private hospital asked why she came so late because her injury was severe. They scheduled her for surgery that evening right away.
The surgery was estimated to take 3 hours but it lasted for 5 hours because her injury was more severe than initially thought.
Her jaw was shattered, and they had to install metal plates while waiting for the jawbones to grow back. The doctors also put in what looked like dental splints in her mouth.
Kiwi pointing out where the metal plate and dental splints are. Image: kiwi.potatoo/ IG
Kiwi is still recovering from the surgery two weeks later. In the video, she shared that her jaw is still swollen but her chin is numb.
She advised everyone to be careful while riding e-scooters and maybe put on safety gear like a helmet and arm guards.
We hope that she’ll recover soon without any complications.

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Sultan Says Muslims In Selangor Can Attend Church Weddings, Funerals, Just Don’t Take Part In Rituals

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Over the weekend, the Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah said there was nothing wrong with Muslims attending a wedding or a wake held at a church.

Sultan Sharafuddin said they could attend but not take part in the rituals or practices at these houses of worship.
This comes after Johor ruler, Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar, said Muslims in the state were free to visit houses of worship belonging to other faiths, provided they refrain from engaging in the rituals and prayers of other religions.
Prior to this, the Selangor Islamic Religious Council (Mais) had restricted visits by Muslims to temples, churches and gurdwaras to learn about other faiths.
This according to Sultan Sharafuddin “was correct and clear”.
As reported by Free Malaysia Today, Sultan Sharafuddin said his late grandfather, Sultan Alam Shah, had previously attended the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II in 1953 which was held at the Westminster Abbey church in London.
He was quoted as saying:
He had just returned from Mecca then. He consulted the state mufti if it was acceptable for him to attend the coronation. The mufti said there was nothing wrong with it if he did not take part in any ritual such as prayers.Sultan of Selangor Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah
Netizens too shared their thoughts on this issue, with many saying there was no reason not to attend weddings as long as one does not participate in said rituals.
Twitter user @Naei_ieaN said this has never been an issue before and asked why it should be made into an issue now.
What is wrong with everyone? We are a multicultural society. We are that special compared to others in other countries. That’s what makes us Malaysians.@Naei_ieaN via Twitter
Another Twitter user @C8Jay said:
This is not wrong at all. Our Nabi used to attend events at churches as well. It’s okay as long as you are not practising their rituals. That’s all.@C8Jay via Twitter

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[Watch] Drivers Fight Each Other During Traffic Jam Outside A School In Gombak

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Traffic congestion is a real source of anger, stress and anxiety.

Our heart rate increases, and our muscles tense up – we’re primed for anger, especially when something gets in our way.
In any case, it’s no excuse to be angry and offended.
Recently, two men – believed to be parents picking up their children from school -exchanged blows after they refused to give way to each other at an intersection.
At first, they quarrelled and scolded each other, then they got into a physical conflict and threw fists at each other.
The conflict happened at Sekolah Kebangsaan Sri Gombak 2, Batu Caves.
The incident was photographed and recorded by nearby residents who uploaded it on social media.

Kungfu Fighting
The video showed the two drivers refusing to give way to each other.
One of the drivers in a red pickup truck shouted at the driver of a white sedan to go away and called the other “stupid”.
The word angered the other party, who got out of the car and threw a fist at the other.
Not to be outdone, the pickup truck stretched out his hand from the car window to counterattack.
He then got out of the car and stepped forward to chase and beat the man.
A member of the public, believed to be a parent, tried to stop the incident but was unsuccessful.
The two drivers kept throwing punches at each other.
In the end, with the help of others, the two were successfully separated, and the conflict came to halt.
Use Your Brain, Not Your Fists
The video caused heated discussions among netizens who wondered why the two drivers used force to solve such a small problem.
In addition, some netizens blamed the conflict on cars on the roadside, saying those car owners should not park on the side of the road as it hindered traffic.
Police confirmed that they had received a report regarding the incident.
Acting Gombak District Police Chief Superintendent Noor Ariffin Mohamad Nasir said a report was made by one of the 57-year-old drivers involved in the incident.
He said the 2.30 pm incident started from a verbal argument between the complainant and a driver due to traffic congestion.

The fight was caused by the complainant’s vehicle blocking the suspect’s vehicle.
Noor Ariffin said his party asked for the cooperation of the public who saw and helped break up the fight to come forward to help the investigation.
The case is now being investigated under Section 323 of the Penal Code, which is the offence of intentionally causing injury.
The public can contact the Investigating Officer, Sergeant Nurul Syazleeyana Atarbacha, at 03-61262222 or 018-9636942 if they have information.
How Should You Express Your Anger About The Traffic Jam?
Impatience is caused by an imagined lack of finishing something on time.
That schedule is often set in us by others. After all, you might get yelled at, spanked, or worse for being late.
The wrong way to deal with that fear is to lash out at the present situation with anger and turn the present event into someone else’s fault.
Psychological factors, including displaced anger and high life stress, are also linked to road rage.
In those particular situations, it is better not to say anything.

 It is best to cool down first, then communicate maturely with that person.
Speak honestly and openly but respectfully.
Grip the steering wheel and take some deep breaths.
It is a simple technique to release your stress.
Whenever you are stuck in traffic and do not know whether you can make it to your destination on time, play some music to ease your anxiety.

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Spotify Wrapped 2020: Datuk Seri Siti Nurhaliza Wins Malaysian Ears For The Third Consecutive Year

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To an average citizen like you and me, Spotify Wrapped 2020 allows us to look back into the music and podcasts that gave us the distraction amidst this “glorious” year.

However, for the creators, especially our national favorites that provided us with such relief, this list allows them to look into the number of faithful fans, that have honored their talents through countless hours of streaming through songs and podcasts.
Overall, Spotify Wrapped 2020 allows creators and listeners nationwide to celebrate the victories of being most streamed from the beginning to the end of 2020.
Dato’ Sri Sitinurhaliza (Credit: Malay Mail)
Malaysian singer and icon Datuk Seri Siti Nurhaliza once again tops the list for Malaysia’s Most-Streamed Local Artist of 2020, making this her third year of being number 1 since 2017 and 2018.
Coming in second is our local hip-hop group K-Clique followed by singer Faizal Tahir, YonnyBoii and Naim Daniel, respectively.
Faizal, Naim and YonnyBoii (Credit: iamfaithmen/ Twitter/ Twitter)
Additionally, “Sakit” by YonnyBoii, Zynakal made to the top of Malaysia’s Most Streamed Local Songs, with “Mimpi (feat. Alif)” by ALYPH, K-Clique coming in at number two and “Sumpah” by Naim Daniel at number three.
Rise of Podcasts
Besides our local talent, podcasts has also made a name for itself for the very first time in Malaysia.
(Credit: podbean/spotify)
One popular podcast would be the Mamak Sessions, a podcast discussing average day to day occurrences (like a group of friends would when drinking “teh tarik” at a mamak shop).
Another Malaysian favorite is the The Aida Azlin Show, which focuses on a series of laid-back conversations on anything and everything between Malaysian writer, Aida and her weekly special guests.
Citizens have also been tuning in for other podcasts genres such as Lifestyle & Health, Society & Culture and Religion & Spirituality for their daily dose on health and spiritual well-being.
In terms of Malaysia’s Most-Streamed Artist of 2020, iconic K-Pop group BTS makes it to number 1, with Justin “Yummy” Bieber and BLACKPINK in the second and third spots.

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OCM’s Statement Rebutting Alleged Corruption Places Sports Org Under Further Scrutiny

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The president of the Olympic Council of Malaysia (OCM), Tan Sri Dr Mohamad Norza Zakaria, released a statement to rebuff the corruption allegation made by the Deputy Minister of Youth and Sports, Adam Adli Abd Halim.

Adam Adli previously mentioned that the sports fraternity in Malaysia was plagued by elements of corruption at the first press conference after officially reporting for duty at the Youth and Sports Ministry building yesterday (12 December).
Norza Zakaria said Adam’s statement was uncalled for and unfair for painting various national sports bodies with the same brush.
As the umbrella body of 57 national sports associations (NSAs), the OCM is deeply disappointed with Adam Adli’s statement, which was not fully justified and not backed by evidence.President of the Olympic Council of Malaysia (OCM), Tan Sri Dato Sri Dr. Mohamas Norza Zakaria
He added that Adam should have spoken with the stakeholders before coming up with a blanket statement, which reflected his poor understanding of the existing structure.
Norza also said a number of National Sports Associations (NSAs) have been recognized as model associations that observed best practices of good governance.
These NSAs have also produced world-beaters in sports such as badminton, cycling, diving, tenpin bowling, and silat.
In the same statement, the Deputy President of OCM, who’s also the president of the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM), Datuk Haji Hamidin Haji Mohd Amin, echoed a similar sentiment.
The Vice President of OCM, who’s also the President of the Wushu Federation of Malaysia (WFM), Dato Chong Kim Fatt, described Adam’s statement as populist in nature and set to antagonise NSAs.
The statement does not benefit anybody. It only serves to antagonise the NSAs, which are supposedly the biggest stakeholders in the sporting fraternity. It is not fair for those who have worked hard and toiled night and day to bring success to their respective sports.Vice President of OCM and the President of the Wushu Federation of Malaysia (WFM), Dato Chong Kim Fatt,

Unfortunately, the ‘knee-jerk’ reaction has put the organization under scrutiny from wary netizens.
Netizens said the press statement from OCM was unnecessary because Adam Adli didn’t mention any sports bodies by name.
Most felt that the defensive reaction was telling while some called for an investigation into the sports bodies.
One of them thinks the sports bodies should welcome the investigation to establish and uphold a corrupt-free practice.
Why reply when the statement is not directed specifically to this organization ?— Kapsterloong (@hean_loong) December 13, 2022
An unnecessary press release. Mesti makan cili ni. Tu terasa pedas kan?— ZJ (@namijarni) December 12, 2022
Takda mention MOM pun tapi kelam kabut kenapa, persatuan lain senyap je— papillon 🦋 (@parpilliondzn) December 13, 2022
kami tuntut @hannahyeoh dan @AdamAdli segera buat AUDIT FORENSIK ke atas KBS,MOM,MSN,ISN,PERSATUAN2 SUKAN yg ada untuk cari skandal2 yg berlaku sekian lama.ade mangkuk jadikan persatuan2 ini lubuk buat duit kayakan diri keluarga kroni.— Zuwairi Md Yusof (@md_zuwairi) December 12, 2022
You look at the progress of sports in Malaysia over the years, you'll wonder what is wrong with us. We used to beat Korea & Japan in football (Piala Merdeka) now look at where we are. Sure, not everything is well ya. Yg triggered tu sebab ada something to hide la— "JUST GO!" (@lope1985) December 13, 2022
Lor… why so defensive?😏you should be welcoming any investigation to establish corrupt free practice.— Ir_ Riaz🏴 (@riaz_ir) December 13, 2022

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Selangor Extends Payment Period For Land Premiums And Exempts Rent To Encourage Local Economy

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To alleviate the state’s economy which has been affected by Covid-19, the Selangor government has decided to extend the period for the payment of land premiums and also the exemption of rent for premises owned by local authorities.
The state government extended the land premium payment period to 30 Sep for notices that have expired from 1 Jan to 9 June, 2020.
It is hoped that this initiative will alleviate the economic pressures on developers and investorsSelangor Chief Minister Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari via Awani
In addition, the payment of land premiums may be made in installments for 6 months up to March 31, 2021 for the 5A and 7G notices pending the stipulated conditions.

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After Years Of Waiting, Malaysia’s Biggest Sneaker Convention, Sneakerlah Is Back!

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Yo sneakerheads, where you at?!

After two years of endless waiting, the time has finally come to rejoice again for Malaysia’s largest and coolest sneaker lifestyle convention, Sneakerlah 2022!
Sneakerheads high and low can gather and experience all things sneaker related at Sneakerlah’s sixth edition convention at MVEC (Mid Valley Convention Centre) this 3rd & 4th of September.
Sneakerlah 2019.(Credit: Sneakerlah /Facebook)
What is Sneakerlah, you may ask?
Sneakerlah is a one-stop convention for sneaker enthusiasts, streetwear & fashion connoisseurs, collectors & traders to explore, discover, buy, sell, trade and share the passion for anything and everything sneaker and streetwear related.
The last Sneakerlah in 2019 had around 33,000 people and they expect the same or not more people to come in this year, to let off their long sneaker anticipation after a two-year break.
There are definitely shoes for everyone! (Credit: Sneakerlah /Facebook)
We are happy to be back after such a long break, and sneaker fans across the nation are hungry for what has now been dubbed as the “Hari Raya” for sneakerheads! We hope to continue nurturing and growing our community while striving to serve the best content for all sneakerheads and fans out there. Bryan Chin, Sneakerlah Founder
Exciting footwear fest
(Credit: Sneakerlah /Facebook)
Some of the brands that are joining this year are ASICS, New Balance, Bata, and New Era. They’re all joining the local Sneakerlah staple brands like Stoned & Co., Pestle & Mortar, Nerd Unit, TNTCO, Futuremade Studio, Against Lab, and many more international and local ones.
You can get your hands on limited edition or crafted ones like these!(Credit: Sneakerlah /Facebook)
Some of the shoes at Sneakerlah 2019.(Credit: Sneakerlah /Facebook)
Attendees can purchase, sell and trade the hottest and rarest sneakers and streetwear items on the market with more than 60 vendors & resellers setting up shop at the event.
They got entertainment too
For performances, a host of artists and DJs are coming over to rock the beats for the sneakerheads. Some of the performers include DJs Blink, Dj Ziqq, Daaliah, Nakalness of Forceparkbois, Gard Wuzgut, Luqman Podolski, Dato Maw, and Kungfu Heidi. The crowd will be emceed by Sneakerlah’s regular, Dan $hiv.
Sneakerlah 2019.(Credit: Sneakerlah /Facebook)
There will also be a special 3×3 basketball tournament brought to you by Aseel x TNTCO x Against Lab and a live podcast session by Boraklah, a sneaker-related podcast hosted by Bryan Botakchin, Prakash Daniel and Hans Abdullah featuring special guests such as FZHD and The Kasut Show.
Sneakerlah 2019.(Credit: Sneakerlah /Facebook)
Not only that, there will be the usual trading pits, fashion showcases, exclusive product drops and lucky draws there on the two-day fiesta too.
Don’t you wanna walk home with free sneakers?(Credit: Sneakerlah /Facebook)
The tickets to the event are priced at RM30 (pre-sale), RM50 (door sale tickets) and RM80 (VIP). VIPs get entry to the event 2 hours before it starts to grab the best deals and designs. Also, with each ticket purchased, attendees are able to win sneakers and other prizes in the lucky draw at the end of each day.
(Credit: Sneakerlah /Facebook)
So, save the date and book the tickets now! Your sneaker collection is begging you to go.
Sneakerlah 2022
Venue: Mid Valley Exhibition Centre (MVEC), Kuala Lumpur
Date: 3 & 4 September 2022
Time: 12 pm to 10 am (VIP ticketholders can enter at 10 am)
Tickets:
Pre-sale – RM30Door Sale – RM50VIP: RM80 (exclusive entry for two hours before the event & complimentary Sneakerlah landyard)
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Najib’s Son Sad Grandpa’s Name Used On Saucy Poster Of Club On Jalan Tun Razak

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What are Malaysians talking about today? Apart from the usual, five hunky Thai men appear to be dominating conversations.

Unknown to many before this morning, Malaysian social media is suddenly abuzz with police reports and press statements and Facebook posts condemning the “Thai Hot Guy” event.
So who are they?
According to the event poster, they look like hunky men who wear ladies’ lingerie.
These guys are said to be famous in Thailand where they gyrate at a restaurant called Staneemeehoi in Lat Phrao, Bangkok.
A club in Kuala Lumpur decided to invite these men here for its opening and all hell broke loose the minute the promotional posters were spotted by people who were not too thrilled such an event will be taking place in the country in the month of Ramadan.
While most of the statements and social media posts by politicians focused on condeming this “immoral event”, former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak’s son found a rather “unique” point to raise apart from slamming the event’s Ramadan date which is March 30.
It deserves a mention that many countries around the world, including ours, employ street names to help people locate places, and it is normal for premises to be identified by their street name.
So where are you going, A asks B. B replies: Pavilion, Bukit Bintang.
Take note that the Pavilion shopping centre is located along Jalan Bukit Bintang.
Back to the story at hand. With Privacy Club located off Jalan Tun Razak, in their “Thai Hot Guys” promotional poster, the location is printed at the bottom. The club also identifies itself as “Privacy Tun Razak“, which most likely is due to its location as “Tun Razak” is not written on the door signage.
Photo credit Facebook Privacy Tun Razak
This however did not sit well with Najib’s son, Nazif Najib.
Taking to his Facebook account, he said the use of his Tokda’s name on the poster made him sad.

Short history lesson: The late Tun Abdul Razak was Malaysia’s second prime minister and is also Najib’s father, which means he is Nazif’s grandfather (Tokda).
“Additionally, using my Tokda’s name Allahyarham Tun Abdul Razak as a material or promotional article is an insult to my big family. This is very very inappropriate and I see it as an insult to Allahyarham (Tun Abdul Razak). Disappointed and sad, these are things filling my heart right now,” Nazif, whose father is now in prison for corruption and abuse of power, wrote on Facebook.
From its Instagram page, it appears Privacy opened last September and they have been printing “Privacy Tun Razak” on all of their event posters.
The use of “Tun Razak” in this case is not tied specifically to the hunky Thai event.
Photo credit Facebook Privacy Tun Razak

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Mâ€™sia launches worldâ€™s 1st official â€˜Halal Hotelâ€™ accreditation

With so much confusion abound about the halal-ness of everything (even bubble tea) , those looking for a good nightsâ€™ sleep can now be free of haram nightmares thanks to the Malaysian government.
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Malaysia has launched a â€œMuslim-Friendly Hotelâ€ initiative (aka Halal Hotels lah)!
The sinless news is brought to you by the Tourism, Arts & Culture Ministry who launched this ‘halal hotel’ initiative which recognises syariah-compliant accommodation for tourists.
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According to The Star, Tourism, Arts & Culture Minister, Datuk Mohamaddin Ketapi also states that this is the FIRST time such recognition issued by a government agency!
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â€œWe are the first country in the world to have a government-backed initiative. Such standards or accreditation currently out in the market are all released by travel entities.â€
Datuk Mohamaddin Ketapi, Tourism, Arts & Culture Minister via The Star.
Implemented by the Islamic Tourist Centre (ITC), the accreditation developed with Sirim Berhad is divided into 3 categories according to how well the accommodations meet the 7 Muslim-friendly conditions.

Platinum   â€“ 7/7 Muslim-friendly conditions
Gold           â€“ 5/7 Muslim-friendly conditions
Silver         â€“ 4/7 Muslim-friendly conditions

Bernama News reports that ITC director-general Datuk Seri Abdul Khani Daud announced 12 hotels have been recognised so far- 7 platinum, 4 gold and 1 silver certified.
What are the 7 conditions?
Neither the Tourism Ministry nor ITC clarified the 7 conditions on their websites, but we did find a research paper on syariah-compliant hotels by local researchers in the Journal of Tourism, Hospitality and Environment Management.

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According to this paper, a syariah-compliant hotel or Islamic hotel is not only limited to serve halal food and drink, but the operation throughout the hotel would also be managed based on syariah principles, such as:

No alcohol
Halal food
Quran and prayer mats available in each room
Beds and toilet positioned so as not to face the direction of Mecca
Bidets in the bathrooms
Prayer rooms
Islamic funding

Malaysia has been rated as the No 1 Muslim-friendly travel destination in MasterCard-CrescentRating Global Muslim Travel Index (GMTI) for 9 consecutive years.
With the rise of ‘halal tourism” as Muslims make up one of the fastest-growing segments of the global travel industry, Malaysia is looking to get a good slice of the $180 billion market.
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Malaysia’s Silat-Striking Ultraman Ribut Makes International YouTube Debut

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Malaysia’s very own Ultraman Ribut once again joins the ranks of the legendary 50-decade spanning Japanese giant superheroes in the new Ultra Galaxy Fight: The Absolute Conspiracy mini-series which premiered this November.

The series which sees our fighters face off against the galaxy’s greatest evil will be featured exclusively, in both English and Japanese, on the official Ultraman YouTube channel.
Silat warrior of light
According to the mini-series director, Kiochi Sakamoto, what makes Ultraman Ribut so special is his unique fighting style.
As a member of the “Galaxy Rescue Force”, Ribut mixes acrobatics with his use of the traditional Silat martial arts technique that is well-rooted in Southeast Asian cultures.
Here in Malaysia, there are at least 150 different types of silat styles and disciplines that are said to be inspired by the surrounding nature and elements, where each region across the country has its own forms and techniques.
READ MORE: UNESCO Recognises Silat As Malaysian Cultural Heritage
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This silat-striking warrior made his storming debut in 2015 on a special season of the popular local animated TV show Upin & Ipin together with the creators of the Ultraman series – Tsuburaya Productions.

In 2019, Ribut entered the live-action Ultraman multiverse as a canon or official crime-fighting character who defends the cosmos from evil aliens and monsters.
Along with his line of toys, action figures and other merchandise, Ribut has arguably become one of Malaysia’s most iconic fictional heroes.
Ultraman Ribut surrounded by his fans in Kuala Lumpur during an event in 2018.(Ultraman Club/Facebook)
Catch the first episode of the mini-series, HERE;

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Help Coral Reef Restoration By Watching This Short Video

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Coral reefs are fragile and are critically threatened by overexploitation, destructive fishing practices, pollution and climate change.

Scientists estimate that if the world does nothing, 90% of the world’s tropical reefs will be gone by 2043, impacting nearly 500 million people who depend on them for food, income and coastal protection.
There’s hope
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Literally.
Thanks to pet food brand Sheba by Mars Incorporated, along with the help of governments, universities, businesses and NGOs, Hope Reef was created in 2019 in response to the loss of reefs worldwide.
It is the world’s largest coral reef restoration program off the coast of Sulawesi, Indonesia and sits on the Salisi’ Besar reef platform near the island of Bontosua.
The reef is built to spell the word ‘HOPE’, hence why there is literally hope.
It’s even visible on Google Earth and Maps:

Forward-thinking technology to the rescue
Before (L) and after (R) photos of the coral reef restoration program by Hope Reef.(Credit: Sheba)
The Hope Reef project uses handmade reef star structures known as the Mars Assisted Reef Restoration System (MARRS) which are locally sourced and handmade by the local people of Bontosua.
You can do your part too and it’s as easy as watching a video on YouTube. No joke!
All you have to do is watch The Film That Grows Coral, a short 1-minute 38-second video of stunning under-the-sea visuals and learn about how coral reefs face extinction and the importance it is for not only marine life but our lives as well.
Every view of the video helps to raise money for reef restoration through Sheba’s campaign partners, The Nature Conservancy – a global conservation organisation dedicated to conserving the lands and waters for a world where people and nature can thrive.

By the end of 2029, Sheba and its parent company Mars Incorporated, hope to restore more than 185,000 square meters of coral reef around the world, which is roughly the size of 148 Olympic swimming pools.
We are delighted to report that since the Hope Reef project started, coral cover around the island of Bontosua has increased from 5% to 55%. Fish abundance has increased by 300%. Other species, such as sharks and turtles, are also returning.”Wee Li Ying, Country Director, Mars Pet Nutrition Malaysia
Do your part in reef restoration and watch the video so that we have more coral today and more fish tomorrow.

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BMW Convoy Fined For Lane-Hogging On Penang Bridge, Singapore Group Says Sorry

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A BMW convoy on the way to Penang recently got into trouble with the law after a viral video showed the cars hogging all the lanes on the bridge.

In the video, the BMW convoy drove slowly and hogged the two-lane road in three lines. The other road users were understandably annoyed with the convoy’s antics since they were blocked from going faster or overtaking the cars.
The convoy allegedly caused a one-hour jam on the road.

South Seberang Perai police confirmed receiving a report about the incident.
The police said the incident happened on 9 June 2023 around 12.30pm from KM 3.8 from Batu Kawan until KM 9.0 heading towards Batu Maung.
South Seberang Perai police chief Superintendent Lee Chong Chern said the drivers stayed at a hotel in Batu Feringghi.
On 11 June around 12.10am, 12 drivers appeared in IPD Seberang Perai Selatan and the police issued 16 summonses in total.
12 summonses were issued for obstructing traffic while the other four summons were for having fancy number plates.
According to Malaysia Gazette, it’s understood that the convoy comprised local and Singaporean members.
The case is being investigated under Road Traffic Rules 1959 Section 16(1) LN 166/59 for traffic obstruction.

BMW Car Club Singapore has issued an apology for the mistakes during their recent Penang Drive.
The group said they are working closely with the local authorities upon receiving news regarding the viral video.
They promise to implement additional measures in the future to prevent a similar issue from reoccurring.

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Do You Know Why Malaysia Adopted The GMT+8 Timezone?

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If you’ve travelled to Indonesia or Thailand, you may have noticed that compared with Peninsular Malaysia, the sun rises about an hour earlier in these places.

As it turns out, it’s the sun in Peninsular Malaysia that actually rises ‘late’.
On that note, have you ever wondered why our time is like that?
It all goes back to a decision made by our former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad.
Back when Dr Mahathir was the fourth Prime Minister, he contributed a lot to the modernization of Malaysia, including proposing a Malaysian Standard Time (MST) of our own.
This was because while West and East Malaysia came together, our timezones didn’t, as Sabah and Sarawak were 30 minutes ahead of us.
And this minuscule time difference was apparently found to have negatively affected working hours on both sides, making it difficult to coordinate the two.
This was initially protested by Singapore, but the benefits were enormous and the two countries adopted the timezone similar to China, Hong Kong and Taiwan.
As such, after only five months of entering office in 1981, Mahathir submitted a motion to coordinate the timing of West and East Malaysia by implementing MST, which would push the Peninsula 30 minutes ahead to match East Malaysia or what we know today as GMT+8.
It was also believed to be able to strengthen national integration and stand together as a single nation.
The motion was unanimously supported in Parliament, even by opposition members at the time, and was made effective on 1 January, 1982.
Fast forward 40 years later, some people are now championing for Malaysia to return to its ‘rightful timezone’ which is GMT+7.
Looking deeper into this debate now taking place online, netizens appear divided.
While some agreed that having a GMT of 8 instead of 7, brings more economic benefits for the nation, others said it ruined the biological clock of most citizens.
Twitter user @ravivarmarao said:
To be mindful, GMT+8 works well for Sarawak and Sabah & economically we are similar with Singapore and the rest of the Asia Pacific. We have done it for so many years and we certainly can do it for much longer.@ravivarmarao on Twitter
Another Twitter user @annarulangel said those fighting for the GMT+7 are people who like to make life difficult.
It’s only a 30 minute difference from Sabah Sarawak. Some people talk about health concerns, they say it’s better to leave work when the sun rises. Then all we need to ask is, change working hours instead of timezone.@annarulangle on Twitter
Meanwhile, former Pakatan Harapan Putrajaya candidate Dr Noraishah Mydin Abd Aziz is for the move to change Malaysia’s standard time.
She tweeted in reply to a question regarding the benefits of changing the standard time, saying:
So that we can correct our messed up circadian clocks. Malaysia is just not waking up in the correct timezone. We were under the rule of a dictator for an extremely long while.Dr Noraishah Mydin Abd Aziz, Former Pakatan Harapan Purtajaya candidate
Some even questioned how this would affect international businesses that have set up bases in Malaysia.
Twitter user @irfanmokhtar_ questioned:
If it is true that Peninsular Malaysia’s timezone is going to be changed to GMT+7, will there be any significantly big effects towards international companies who have opened up branches here, particularly in the concern of 24/7 coverage implementation? Is it just about adjusting working hours?@irfanmokhtar_ on Twitter
Judging from all the feedback Twitter has provided, maybe time really is a social construct after all.

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We’re Still Sanitising Areas And Daily Briefings Must Continue To Inform Public, Says Ismail Sabri

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Senior Minister (Security) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said allegations that the government is not doing sanitisation exercises anymore is not true as it is still on-going, even in red zones.

He said so far, the government has conducted 10,653 sanitisation exercises in 135 zones under the Ministry of Housing and Local Government since March.
The allegations that the government is not sanitising areas anymore is not true. 33 sanitisation operations have been conducted that covers 6 red zones, 11 yellow zones and 11 green zones in 11 states.Senior Minister (Security) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob
He also responded to criticisms made by Segambut MP Hannah Yeoh who said that the National Security Council should finalise SOPs before making it public to avoid confusion.
Ismail said that it’s vital for him to conduct daily briefings keep the rakyat abreast on what’s going on with the pandemic and what are the actions taken by the government to stop the virus.
People are scared when they go outside and see others who don’t abide to the SOP and it’s up to law enforcement to ensure the safety of the public. If I don’t report on what’s going on, the people would think that the government is not doing its job and acting on those who flout the SOP.Senior Minister (Security) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob
He also added that the people want to know updates about Sabah and the government’s actions to stop immigrants trying to enter the country who he said caused the current outbreak.
I also report every day on how many immigrants are caught every day to let public know that we’re curbing the spread of Covid-19. In Sabah, the current outbreak was caused by these immigrants and the public want to know what are we doing about it.Senior Minister (Security) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob
With the daily briefings from the National Security Council and Health Ministry’s Director General Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah, Ismail Sabri said the public will be better informed.

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Male iPhone Thief In Telekung Disguise Arrested In Shah Alam

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Believe it or not, cases of men wearing a telekung (Muslim woman’s prayer garment) in order to steal in mosques are not actually rare in Malaysia. There have been cases reported over the years.

In 2019, a man wore a telekung to disguise himself and stole money from a mosque’s donation box in Klang. In 2020, a 19-year-old man pleaded guilty after being caught stealing two purses from the women’s section of the mosque while wearing a telekung.
Clearly, this act of stealing has become increasingly popular.
Recently, a similar case happened in a mosque in Seksyen 18, Shah Alam. A CCTV camera footage showed the man in a mosque during morning prayers, where he stole a phone in the women’s section.
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The video was shared by Twitter user Azfar (@azfrrr) last Tuesday (20 December). He asked the public for help to locate the man. He said that the man stole an iPhone X that belongs to his mother and he would reward anyone with information on the man.
In the video, the man was seen wearing blue jeans with a black shirt. After grabbing a telekung and donning it, he then loitered a bit behind the congregation and waited for them to prostrate before stealing a phone from a woman in a black telekung.
Mohon pertolongan warga #ShahAlam #Seksyen18ShahAlam yang kenal hamba Allah yang sanggup menyarung telekung untuk curi iPhone X mak saya subuh hari ini 20 Dis 2022 untuk beritahu pulangkan balik iPhone X tersebut. Saya tawarkan ganjaran kpd yg dapat pulangkan ia semula. pic.twitter.com/oDH3mzUtUu— Azfar (@azfrrr) December 20, 2022
It’s not his first, and probably not his last time
According to another social media user, the same man had allegedly committed the same act in another mosque in Seksyen 18, Shah Alam later that night (20 December). She also had a CCTV camera footage of the man stealing a bag from the women’s section, this time, ditching his telekung disguise.
Same thing happened to my mom last night time solat isyak dkt masjid hidayah Sek18 Shah Alam. And rasa mcm orang sama ni.. pic.twitter.com/Ygo1fcb815— ct (@adibahib) December 21, 2022
Arrested last night
Thanks to the joint efforts of Shah Alam residents, particularly in Seksyen 18, the man was finally arrested last night (22 December) in Shah Alam.
Azfar updated the status of the incident earlier today and said that he would leave the matter in the police’s hands as he already made a report regarding the issue earlier.
He thanked everyone for their help and support.
Alhamdulillah, penangkapan suspek telah dibuat malam tadi hasil kerjasama dan bantuan warga Seksyen 18 & Shah Alam. Laporan polis telah dibuat sebelum ini, jadi saya serahkan kes ini kepada pihak polis untuk tindakan lanjut. Terima kasih semua yang terlibat. 🙏🏼— Azfar (@azfrrr) December 22, 2022
For future safety, women or men praying in mosques should take extra precaution in placing their belongings. Place them in a spot where it’s not easily accessed or seen by strangers.

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MITI Permission Letters Have QR Codes Now For Police To Determine Authenticity At Roadblocks

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Permission letters issued by the Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI) will now have QR codes to prevent fake letters being used at roadblocks.

Bernama quoted Bukit Aman Internal Security and Public Order Department SAC (Operations) SAC M.V. Srikumar M. Nair who said that the codes will be scanned by the police to make sure it’s not fake.
When the code is scanned, it will request for a number code which only the police will have. When we enter the number code, we will know whether the letter tallies with the letter holder.Bukit Aman Internal Security and Public Order Department SAC (Operations) SAC M.V. Srikumar M. Nair via Bernama
The government recently decided, according to MalaysiaKini, that businesses which want to operate during the lockdown will need to obtain permission from the International Trade and Industry Ministry (MITI).
Previously, it was reported that all necessary services under the distribution trade sector that are allowed to operate during the total lockdown period starting tomorrow need to obtain an operating permission letter from the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (KPDNHEP).
How to get your letter
To get the letter, you can do so by going to the Ministry’s website and log in, after that, click on “Borang Notifikasi” > “Notifikasi Beroperasi” > “Papar” > “Print Letter”.
Bagi yg sudah berdaftar di CIMS 3.0 sebelum ini dan syarikat anda adalah di dalam sektor yang dibenarkan beroperasi, anda hanya perlu log masuk ke CIMS dan muat turun surat baharu (panduan di grafik). Bagi yang belum berdaftar,klik tutorial ini utk panduan https://t.co/CUuSFDjl53 https://t.co/L9BUjWmhfR pic.twitter.com/HCyfOFf466— MITI Malaysia (@MITIMalaysia) May 31, 2021
The Ministry has also set up a tutorial for companies which are not registered under the Covid-19 Intelligent Management System (CIMS 3.0) but want to operate during the total lockdown.

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Cabinet To Discuss Tomorrow On Tabling Emergency Ordinance At Parliament

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Prime Minister Tan Sri Mahiaddin Md Yassin released a press statement today announcing that the Emergency Ordinance may be tabled at Parliament when it is scheduled to meet in September 2021.

This is in accordance with the recommendation of Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah and item 150 (3) of the Federal Constitution.
The Prime Minister  says in the statement that because the recommendation by the Cabinet Ministers to the Yang di-Pertuan Agong was not completed, the Emergency Proclamation on 1 August is no longer a recurring issue.
Also, based on the Federal Constitution, the issue to revoke the Emergency Ordinance by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong no longer arises.
Mahiaddin also added that the issue will be discussed by the Cabinet Ministers tomorrow (4 August).
While the statement was shared on his official Twitter account, it was signed “Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin” despite a memo earlier this year that all official government documents and letters will now use his official name Tan Seri Mahiaddin Md Yasin.
READ MORE: It’s Mahiaddin Yassin From Now On For Official Documents, Gov’t Officials Told
Re-tweeting the announcement, Deputy Speaker Datuk Sri Azalina Othman Said shared her own commentary on the matter.
A day late and a dollar short !!! pic.twitter.com/PvVwUGHqh5— Azalina Othman Said (@AzalinaOthmanS) August 3, 2021

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Good Job UCSI, MSU and UM rising steadily in the QS World University Ranking 2020

Itâ€™s that time of the year again for universities to scale the ladder in the Quacquarelli Symonds World University Rankings (QS-WUR) 2020.

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Here are the Top 10 Malaysian universities ranked in the QS World University Rankings 2018-2020.

(Source: Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings)

Well done to both private and public varsities that have made it to the list!
Local universities have been increasing the number of  their research projects at both student and lecturer levels.
This is because QS-WUR has 6 indicators to score a place in their ranks. Among which, 40% from academic reputation, 10% employer reputation, 20% faculty/student ratio, 20% citations per faculty, and 5% for international faculty and international student ratio each.

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UCSI has emerged as the best private varsity in Malaysia 2 years consecutively.
Their effort is definitely seen in QS-WUR as they jumped 39 spots to number 442 this year. Especially when they were no where in the list in 2018.

Management and Science University (MSU) also appears to have made it to the list from previously not being ranked in 2019, to being ranked 541-550 in the QS-WUR 2020.
MSU also happens to be trending in Twitterjaya (at the time of writing) as they emerge into the QS-WUR lists.

Congratulations to Management & Science University! Ranked at 541+ in the #QSWUR 2020, MSU is the TOP 51% in the WORLD!@MSUMalaysia @MohdShukriYajid @maszlee @worlduniranking https://t.co/CIknXfgZVB pic.twitter.com/0HrSAH4qUV
— 🌺 MSU Malaysia (@MSUmalaysia) June 19, 2019

When the press spoke to the Vice Chancellors of many of the public universities, they revealed that being ranked in the QS-WUR was not by sheer luck.
Earning a spot in the QS-WUR was a combination of setting eyes on the goal and a lot of hard work from all faculty members.
The joy of our Malaysian universities can bee seen on their social media pages today.

We did it again, and this time even greater!
It is with great delight that we inform that University of Malaya has marked a milestone by achieving 70th place in the Quacquarelli Symonds World University Rankings (QS-WUR) 2020, released earlier today.
Way to go, UM! pic.twitter.com/mjutgKEeuC
— University Of Malaya (@unimalaya) June 19, 2019

Universiti Putra Malaysia is ranked 159th in the QS World University ranking 2020 and marked our position as the second best university in Malaysia. Congratulations UPM.#QSWUR#WeLoveUPM#WithKnowledgeWeServe pic.twitter.com/twaHQfgqKx
— UniPutraMalaysia (@uputramalaysia) June 18, 2019

Tahniah UKM berada di kedudukan ke 160 dalam QS World University Rankings 2019/2020 melonjak 24 tangga berbanding tahun lepas iaitu di kedudukan ke 184. UKM tersenarai di 200 Universiti Terbaik di dunia. #TahniahUKM #QSWorldUniversityRankings #UKM #UKMSharing pic.twitter.com/e308I5hjA7
— UKM (Malaysia) (@ukm_my) June 19, 2019

We look forward to Malaysia continuing itâ€™s prestigious streak in the academia world.


Pet Dumping Has Tripled Since The MCO Began

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Malaysian Animal Association president Arie Dwi Andika has noted that the dumping of pet animals such as cats and dogs have tripled around the city of Kuala Lumpur since the MCO started.
This information was provided by community feeders who often make sure strays have food and water, especially during this time when there is a significant reduction in human activity.
Community feeders report that they have spotted newly abandoned animals at several locations such as remote industrial and non-residential areas.
According to Arie, it’s highly likely that irresponsible pet owners chose to dump their pets at these areas to cover their tracks without caring about the welfare of the animals.
For example, an area usually has five dogs normally but yesterday, it has tripled to 18 to 20 dogs. All these dogs are friendly, in good health, clean and not aggressive.Arie Dwi Andika to Bernama
It’s also possible that pet owners are dumping these animals over fears that the pets will spread Covid-19 or that the owners are no longer able to care for the pets after losing their source of income due to the MCO.
He goes on to question why the pet owners do not assume the responsibility of taking care of the animals, claiming that pet dumping is not a humanitarian act.
Why hasÂ the love (for their pets) faded? What is the fate of these cats and dogs who have considered the owners as their family members all this while? Arie Dwi Andika to Bernama
He is calling on authorities to make microchip identification compulsory for all pets so that irresponsible pet dumping can be prevented, or at least traceable.
Pet owners who fail to provide proper lodging, healthcare, and diet to their pets can be charged under the Animal Welfare Act 2015 and be fined not less than RM20,000 and not more than RM100,000 or imprisoned for up to three years upon conviction.

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Malaysians Encouraged To Donate Blood During MCO, Here’s How

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With the Covid-19 pandemic placing pressure on the nation’s healthcare systems and limited blood supply, Malaysia needs your help to replenish and maintain its stockpile of vital fluids.
Malaysians are encouraged to donate blood at their nearest, available blood donation centres.
Despite the Movement Control Order (MCO) being put in place, blood donors are given special permission to go out from the National Blood Centre and the Health Ministry (MOH).
As you may know, blood transfusions are essential to saving and improving lives. It’s used for a host of things from severe trauma cases and surgeries, to treating conditions such as thalassemia and sickle cell disease. And human blood can be disassembled, per se, to be made into a host of other life-saving products.
Componentes of the human blood(Credit: Khan Academy)
Constant blood donations by a sufficient number of healthy people are needed to ensure that safe blood is available for use in the country.
With fears of infection looming about, medical experts reassured Malaysians that it is completely safe to donate blood during the coronavirus pandemic.
This is because coronaviruses such as Covid-19, SARS, and MERs are respiratory diseases and have no history of spreading through blood donations or transfusions.
Plus, Malaysian authorities are taking all the necessary steps to ensure the safety of authorized blood donation centers across the nation.
(Credit: MOH/Telegram)
Those who wish to donate their blood during the MCO can simply do so via 3 simple ways;
1- Red blood donation card
For frequent blood donors, you may simply visit any available blood donation centers nationwide and present your blood donation record book to the authorities.
Example of the red donation card.(Credit: Hafiz Rahim)
2- Permission slip
Donors can and will attain a special permission slip accessible for daily downloads on the National Blood Centre’s official Facebook page.
Donors would need to fill out an online form in order to attain the slip which can be printed out.
(Credit: Facebook/National Blood Centre)
3- Online registration form
Another way for would-be donors is to fill out an online blood donor registration form, HERE.
(Credit: MOH)
Just make sure you bring along any of the proof above during your trip to show to the authorities if you get stopped along the way.

For those in the Klang Valley who wish to donate their blood during the MCO, you can do so at the following blood donation centers;
National Blood Centre, Jalan Tun Razak
Monday – Friday : 7.30 am – 8.00 pmSaturday & Sunday: 8.00 am 6.00 pm
Puspanita Blood Donation Suite, Presint 10, Putrajaya
Monday : ClosedTuesday – Friday : 10.00 am -Â  7.00 pmSaturday & Sunday : 9.00 am – 6.00 pm
Midvalley Donation Suite, Mezzanine Level, Level 3 (Next to Daiso)
Monday – Sunday : 10.00 am – 5pm

For more details or information on how and where you can donate blood in your areas, you may contact the National Blood Centre at 03-26132777 or visit their Facebook page.

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Malaysians impressed by 87yo grandpa who graduated college with a degree

Age is never a boundary to get an education.
Twitter user NEZ shares an inspiring story of her grandfather who recently graduated with a college degree at the golden age of 87.
Way to go grandpa!

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Completing his studies in TESL (Teaching English as Second Language), NEZ said that her grandad did not care much for the title of a graduate or getting a certificate, but instead purely enjoyed learning and kept on doing what he loved.
In her posting, NEZ applauded her grandfather for completing his studies and shared her pride with the whole world.

My granpa got bachelor degree in tesl at the age of 87 years old 👨🏻🎓✨👏 he didnt even want to come to his convocation day actually but everyone persuade him 😂. He just love to learn and keep doing it, he didnt cares about degree 😂 pic.twitter.com/Aioxjgoich
â€” NEZ 🌸 (@eikazulaikha_) September 21, 2019

NEZ said that her grandad was a bit reluctant to attend his convocation, but after being persuaded by the people around him, the octogenarian worked up the nerve to walk up on stage and receive his honorary degree.
Here he is receiving his certificate in front of thousands of his, assumingly younger, peers!

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The Tweet posted on September 21 has since received over 24,000 like and 16,000 retweets from netizens who equally adored the senior citizen for his rousing accomplishment.

Congrats to your beloved grandpa! Keep inspiring us 💕.
â€” ayu 🇲🇾 (@yellowbeetle90) September 21, 2019

Congrats granpa! Lots of love from fellow teslian 💕🎉💐
â€” Ø§Ù†ØµØ§Ø±ÙŠ (@ticklemomster_) September 21, 2019

Massive respect !
â€” Hariz (@HarizAimanHasni) September 21, 2019

This is amazing! He also doesn’t look 87!!
â€” Raja Tissue (@AnakSdrBakar) September 21, 2019

Tell him he should be very proud because be able to finished his study. I know how struggle in his age to keep consistent in the class.
â€” cekobycekolat 🎃 (@faridashazly) September 22, 2019

TRP tips our hat to this amazing man and his truly inspirational achievement.

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Deputy Minister & Kudat MP Have “Doubled Down On Their Stupidness”, Says KJ

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“Uncalled for, callous and silly” – are the comments from Science Technology and Innovation Minister Khairy Jamaluddin on the recent blunder made by the Deputy Communications Minister, Datuk Zahidi Zainul Abidin.

He even slammed how other politicians are handling the situation, mentioning how some of them have even banded together with the Deputy Minister instead of taking more proactive actions.
His comments were then uploaded by Melissa Goh of Channel News Asia.
Also off to Sabah ahead of nomination day is KJ. We spoke about the unfortunate episode over 18 yr old Sabahan student @veveonah & how he would like to help. The state election is already a climb for the gov’t, follies by two deputy ministers have made it all the more difficult. pic.twitter.com/P6Bfmdv0Rt— Melissa Goh (@MelGohCNA) September 10, 2020
I think the remarks were uncalled for, callous and silly, it has resulted in a very embarassing episode for the government because the Deputy Minister’s concern not only made a silly mistake but they double down on their stupidness. So, its a problem.Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Khairy Jamaluddin via Twitter
The former Youth and Sports Minister then uploaded photos of himself and Veveonah to apologise on behalf of the government and in the post, Khairy said that the univesity student is interested to contribute in conservation projects around her kampung.
Sempat bertemu Veveonah di UMS. Saya telah mohon maaf kepada beliau dan ibu bapa beliau bagi pihak kerajaan. Saya juga telah cadangkan untuk Veve berkerjasama dengan @YayasanInovasi untuk membangunkan projek inovasi di kampung beliau dalam pemeliharaan alam sekitar. pic.twitter.com/LnK96fTadX— Khairy Jamaluddin 🇲🇾🌺 (@Khairykj) September 10, 2020
Meanwhile, the Dewan Negara has summoned Zahidi to explain the statement made on Veveonah Mosibin and issue an apology to the relevant party.
Dewan Negara Speaker Tan Sri Dr Rais Yatim also added that the Deputy Minister will be referred to the Parliament’s Rights and Privileges Committee should he fail to provide an explanation to the Senate.

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Sabah Has The First Airport Library In The Country, It Has Workstations Too

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Waiting for our flights at the airport can quickly become boring when there’s nothing to do or see.

If you happen to be at Kota Kinabalu International Airport (KKIA), you might be able to browse reading material at the new library located at the boarding area.
According to New Strait Times, KKIA is the first airport in the country to have a library of its own.
Netizens have voiced their excitement and welcomed the move to set up the library in the airport.

State Library director Fatimah Abdillah said the library could accommodate up to 12 people at a time. However, only 6 people are allowed in at a time for now to observe Covid-19 SOPs.
This is to provide a place for passengers to enjoy reading materials, getting updated information or do some reading while waiting for their flight. The library offers millions of digital media collections, 23 titles of magazines with a total of 200 magazines, some books and children’s toys.State Library director Fatimah Abdillah told NST
She added that there were more than 82 billion digital reading materials from the library database systems such as the Libby app, eReader app, and National Library of Malaysia.
Users could read, borrow and download reading materials on their mobile devices for free.

The library also offers a free book exchange service. Visitors can bring a book home as long as they replace it with their book.
Passengers who need to catch up with work can utilise the wifi, workstations, computers as well as the printers.
The facility opens daily from 9am to 6pm. According to Sabah Library, it’s offering free memberships for the public throughout this month only so grab the opportunity before it goes away!

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Dr Wan Azizah wins hearts with handmade mooncakes [Video]

Deputy Prime Minister Dr Wan Azizah and Deputy Minister of Eduction Teo Nie Ching showed up at Selayang Community College today to experience making mooncakes by hand.

Dr Wan Azizah and Teo start by rolling dough.Picture credit: Sin Chew Daily

According to Sin Chew Daily, her appearance at the Selayang Community College was also to meet with special needs students from the vocational school.
Both Dr Wan Azizah and Teo can be seen excitedly rolling out the dough to make the mooncake.

Dr Wan Azizah and Teo putting the mooncake into the mould.Picture credit: Sin Chew Daily

Dr Wan Azizah seemed to enjoy her experience, being full of smiles and asking if she looked cute in her apron.
The mooncakes were presented to the students later to be eaten.
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Malaysians Have Collectively Lost Over RM2.5 Million To Scammers Selling Face Masks

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With the advent of the pandemic, Malaysians have been adamant at keeping themselves safe from microbial harm by stocking up on all the necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) and cleaning supplies. But this paranoia however has created the perfect ground for criminals to thrive.
The Kuala Lumpur police are investigating cases of face masks scams and fraud amounting to more than RM2.5 million.
Since January, police have recorded an increase in fraudulent sales of face masks, gloves, and hand sanitizers involving customers who are duped out of their cash without receiving the items that they’ve ordered.
These PPE scammers mostly operate on online sales platforms and social media applications and would usually disappear as soon as a customer transfers them money.
Addressing the matter, police urged the public to be more careful with their purchases and only buy items from trusted merchants and sellers.
As an added measure, members of the public can review a seller’s authenticity on the Companies Commission of Malaysia’s (SSM) website or through PDRM’s ‘scammer detector’ website or mobile app.
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‘Buy Malaysia 2022’ Campaign Is Bringing Homegrown Brands To The Mainstream

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By continuing to provide a platform for local homegrown brands to extend their reach to customers across the country, Lotus’s Malaysia strives to foster a sense of pride and patriotism among Malaysian consumers towards locally made goods.

Lotus’s Malaysia President Kenneth Chuah explains that the retailer remains committed to supporting and promoting local Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) through vigorous business-to-business (B2B) programmes and aims on making products produced by local brands the #1 choice among consumers in the country.
As a retailer, we have confidence in the capabilities and qualities of our SME partners. This is evident as 90% of over 3,000 Lotus’s Own-Brand items are sourced and manufactured locally and many have become our customers’ all-time favourites.Lotus’s Malaysia President Kenneth Chuah.
And by working closely with agencies like the Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Ministry (MDTCA), the Agriculture and Food Industries Ministry (MAFI), and the Halal Development Corporation (HDC), Lotus’s has successfully put local manufacturers on consumers’ maps.
The Ministry expresses its appreciation to Lotus’s Malaysia as one of the foreign-based retailers willing to cooperate in making this campaign a success. In five years, this collaboration has produced a positive impact on the development of SMEs in Malaysia.MDTCA Deputy Minister Datuk Rosol Wahid.
In conjunction with the ‘Buy Malaysia 2022’ campaign, Lotus’s is partnering up with a total of 95 SMEs as well as five organisations including non-governmental organisations (NGO), social enterprises and a textile recycling partner to promote their products and cause at Lotus’s stores nationwide till the end of the year.
Putting Malaysian brands on the mainstream
TRP got a chance to chat with some of the representatives of local SMEs and NGOs who are taking part in this year’s campaign and found that they are elated at the opportunity given by Lotus’s to showcase what they have to offer Malaysian consumers.
According to Aizzuddin Rusli, a representative from NFA Technologies Sdn. Bhd., programs hosted by Lotus’s provide them with a valuable and direct way to get in touch with local consumers.
Mismis Toothpaste is all natural and locally made. We join every time Lotus’s hosts such campaigns because it provides us with great exposure. Little by little, the campaigns helps us connect with customers and create awareness. We don’t get the same kind of crowd anywhere else.NFA Technologies representative Aizzudin Rusli.
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Meanwhile, Independent Pet Adoption Network Malaysia founder, Sherrina Krishnan, applauded Lotus’s efforts to bring the country’s NGOs and social welfare programs to the mainstream.
People have always been kind and generous to support our efforts. So we made Malaysia’s first ever Cat Inspiration Book filled with pictures of rescued and rehomed animals. I applaud what they’ve done. I think it’s the first step toward inclusivity, and the fact that Lotus’s has put us on the front lines of a big campaign means that there is no separation between business and NGOs, it should all be sustainable regardlessIndependent Pet Adoption Network Malaysia founder Sherrina Krishnan.
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In keeping true to the #KitakanJiran spirit, Lotus’s contributed vouchers worth RM500 to NGOs participating in this year’s Buy Malaysia campaign in support of the good work done by the social enterprises.
Together with MDTCA and HDC, Lotus’s also awarded several notable SMEs with the title of 2022’s best performing and most notable enterprises.
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Making Malaysian-made, Malaysia’s #1 choice
This year, Lotus’s hopes to increase the marketability of homegrown brands by providing consumers with the chance to sample some of the fantastic products made right here in Malaysia, by our very own talented Malaysians.
Together with the Buy Malaysia 2022 campaign, Lotus’s will also be hosting the ‘Fiesta Nusantara Bersama Lotus’s’ event which showcases 80 local entrepreneurs from across the country to promote their quality and affordable delicacies, arts and crafts, accessories, and much, much more directly to consumers at four of its outlets from now till the end of 2022:
Lotus’s AmpangLotus’s Shah AlamLotus’s RawangLotus’s Semenyih
Malaysians would also be happy knowing that there are already over 800 Malaysian-made products, including some 400 certified-Halal goods, available on shelves at all 64 Lotus’s stores nationwide.
Check out Lotus’s social media pages for more information and updates or head on over to your nearest Lotus’s retail store today to show your support for our homegrown brands.

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Selling Fruit Car-To-Car At Traffic Lights Is Illegal And If You Buy, You Could Get Fined, Too

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You might have seen an increase in street peddling these few months, where people often wait at traffic lights and walk through traffic selling pre-packed food and beverages to those in cars.

Fruits such as pickled mango (mangga jeruk) are common, but the trend has expanded to include the ubiquitous Ramly burgers, chilled drinks, or even personal-sized pizzas!
While roadside stalls themselves are not such a problem, it becomes dangerous for everyone involved when peddlers walk in traffic, weaving between cars and motorcyclists while peddling their wares.
It’s been illegal all along
The offense falls under Rule 10A(1) LN 166/59 of the Road Traffic Rules, which states that it is illegal to buy or sell goods at traffic lights and intersections.
The crackdown on these peddlers began last year, with peddlers receiving a fine of RM150 to RM2,000.
However, buyers should also take note that they may face fines for purchasing these goods as well.
In fact, Johor has begun issuing fines for buyers in an attempt to stop this dangerous activity.
Dangerous traffic conditions
This illegal street peddling is extremely dangerous for everyone involved, especially at intersections and traffic lights.
Motorists will be distracted by the peddlers weaving between cars, or hold up traffic if the light turns green while completing the transaction. Motorcyclists would not be expecting people walking in between vehicles, which could lead to accidents. The street peddlers themselves are putting their lives at risk, as they often do not wear any form of protective clothing.
While desperate times call for desperate measures, many have called for the government to provide safer alternatives for these peddlers to get sales.

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Government clinic shut down due to â€˜mystical disturbancesâ€™

Selangor Health Department director Datuk Dr Khalid Ibrahim confirms the closure of a village clinic in Hulu Selangor earlier this month was due to paranormal disturbances.

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He says that necessary steps have been taken to tackle the situation in Klinik Desa Gesir Tengah, Hulu Selangor.
This all came about after one of the nurses at the clinic was severely traumatized by the entity, so much so that she is too frightened to work there even during the day.

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Dr Khalid  adds that the Family Health Development Department, under the Health Ministry is currently overseeing the matter and is taking necessary steps to tackle this issue.
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Source via:1.  Berita Harian, May 8, 2019 (KKM dimaklumkan isu gangguan makhluk halus di klinik desa)


Lee Zii Jia Is LG Electronics New Brand Ambassador

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Lee Zii Jia recently signed a two-year contract with LG Electronics to become their brand ambassador.

The world No.4 said that this move was taken to help him financially with his training and overseas tournaments.
Lee became an independent player representing Malaysia since he resigned from the national team in January last year.
According to him, this form of support from big brands will help him with his preparation for the 2024 Olympics, as reported by Malay Mail.
Lee’s passion, tenacity, and dedication to following his objectives and enjoying a healthy lifestyle, according to LG Electronics Malaysia managing director Justin Choi, are excellent examples of the brand’s essence.
He believes that with their cutting-edge technologies and products, Lee will pave the way for Malaysians to live smarter and better lives.
Lee has brought many honourable moments for Malaysia through his successes in the past but started this year with a disappointing result in the 2023 Indonesia Masters.
He faced an early elimination in round two when he lost to Ng Ka Long Angus 16-21, 22-20, 21-13.
However, Lee has now turned his focus to the upcoming All England Open which will be held from 14 to 19 of March 2023, at the Utilita Arena, Birmingham.
The 2021 All England champion will play Thailand’s world No. 33 Sitthikom Thammasin in the first round, but he will have to overcome Japan’s world No. 6 Kodai Naraoka in the quarterfinals, as reported by Malay Mail.
In their previous meeting, Japanese star Naraoka had defeated Lee in the first round before failing to defeat Dane Viktor Axelsen in the Malaysia Open final last month.

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[Watch] Woman Furious At Security For Denying Entry Into KLCC, Netizens Question Her Rash Behaviour

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Ever since the Covid-19 epidemic hit, the use of the MySejahtera app has become ingrained in people’s daily routines as part of the new norm.

However, there are still incidents related to MySejahtera that resulted in fights and arguments, as happened to this woman when she visited Suria KLCC.
In a TikTok video shared by a user named @Zaff, a woman was seen raging at the ‘security’ in Suria KLCC.
Apparently, the security did not allow the woman and her children to enter, even though she had scanned her MySejahtera.
Not only that, but the security involved also ignored the complaints of the woman and resumed his task of monitoring other visitors.
Being Loud Doesn’t Mean You’re Right
Netizens expressed disgust at the woman’s action and gave her stinging comments.
They accused her of deliberately seeking attention by shouting at the entrance of the mall.
Netizens criticising the woman for her action. (Source: TikTok)
On why she was denied entry, some speculated that she is not fully vaccinated yet, in which case she should just stay at home.
Sarcastic remarks were also hurled at the woman, including suggestions that she works at the wet market, given her loudness.
Netizens voicing their displeasure at the woman. (Source: TikTok)
Others noted that there must something wrong with her.
They also highlighted that other people were not blocked from entering the mall, so the problem must be with her.

Regardless of why she was denied entry, most people would agree that raising our voices creates stress and tension that often escalates into an argument.
If we need to be loud to put across our point, we really had no substance or value in the first place.

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Selangor Starts Mass Testing For Covid-19

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Selangor is conducting mass screenings for Covid-19 in 6 red zones, as the states tries to curb the spread of the coronavirus.
The red zones in Selangor are Hulu Selangor, Hulu Langat, Petaling, Klang, Gombak and Sepang.
Menteri Besar Datuk Amirudin Shari said the state will conduct up to 400 to 500 tests per day to identify more positive cases. They will target the high risk groups such as senior citizens.
It was previously reported that 5 villages and two 2 Orang Asli villages in the Hulu Langat district have been placed under Enhanced Movement Control Order after a number of cases were recorded in the area.
According to statistics by the Ministry of Health, as of 11 April, Selangor has 1,183 cumulative cases and is the state with the highest infection rate in the country.
#COVID19Malaysia Taburan kes dan penambahan kes mengikut negeri sehingga 12pm, 11April. Tiada pertambahan kes baharu di Perlis dan Kedah. pic.twitter.com/zgb0vcJBfZ— KKMPutrajaya (@KKMPutrajaya) April 11, 2020

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22-Year-Old Student Advocates For Improvements In Malaysian Education System

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A 22-year-old Malaysian student studying actuarial science in Hong Kong has shared his experience working abroad and his thoughts on the Malaysian education system.

The student, who obtained 9 A+ subjects in SPM, is completing a 7-month internship in a prominent life insurance company in Hong Kong with a salary of nearly RM7,000.
Malaysian Pay Gap, a special page for sharing local occupational salary information, highlighted his story in an Instagram post.
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The student anonymously shared that he found the Malaysian education system lacking in several areas necessary for students to compete internationally.
He emphasized the importance of proficiency in Chinese, which he found essential for most jobs in Hong Kong.
He suggested that the Malaysian education system needs improvement, particularly in the mathematics section.
Preparing Students For The Global Job Market
He recommended giving students earlier exposure to statistics and calculus, commonly used by engineers, and providing more students with computer science courses in schools.
Moreover, the student believes that understanding the coronavirus and statistics related to the spread of the virus should also be added to biology.
Even some background knowledge of quantum science should be introduced in the physics subjects of SPM.
According to the student, these improvements can prepare students for high-tech manufacturing and help them compete globally.
The student also highlighted the challenges of studying abroad, particularly in competing academically with Chinese students.
However, he also recognized the advantage of Malaysian students being proficient in multiple languages.
The student encouraged anyone to strive for the opportunity to study or work abroad, as it can broaden their horizons and provide valuable cultural experiences.
Malaysian higher education #mohe is going towards this,hiring lecturers based on publications and ability to argue,but these theoritical-based guinea pigs dont know shits abt real working world,their assignments r not realistic,the result is unemployable graduates lack of skills pic.twitter.com/KIArVrUNrM— dylee (@YnLi19) November 23, 2021

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Animal Lovers! Join A Virtual Tour Of Zoo Negara Via Lazada App On 11 December

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Ever since the implementation of the Movement Control Order (MCO) in March this year, life in Malaysia hasn’t been the same.

For the better part of this year, activities we enjoyed with the family or with friends on weekend and public holidays have become pretty much non-existant.
When was the last time you visited the shopping mall for a day out? Or went to watch a movie at the cinema? How about the zoo ? Yet, we’re online all day, every day.
With that in mind, Lazada has come up with the next best thing – a chance for Malaysians everywhere to visit Zoo Negara from the comfort and safety of their own homes through a virtual tour.
With Lazada Malaysia as our partner, we are able to explore platforms beyond traditional media to reach out to animal lovers and remain sustainable, such as through this live stream initiative on LazLive where we are able to provide free virtual tours to help raise funds and care for our animals in the zoo.Rosly @ Rahmat Ahmat Lana, Deputy President of Malaysia’s Zoo Negara
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Virtual Tour of Zoo Negara
The virtual tour is set to take place on the Lazada app on 11 December, the eve of Lazada’s 12.12 Grand Year-End Sale.
From 10.30 am to 11.30 am, sit back and allow yourself to be entertained by Malaysia’s very own doctor-turned-comedian, Dr Jason Leong, who will be your host during the event.
During the LazLive virtual tour, Dr Jason will visit and showcase feeding sessions for an array of animals at the zoo, including Samba the lion, Vani the white tiger, Flash the cheetah, Choki the Sumatran orangutan, Sibol the elephant, and more.
READ MORE: Zoo Negara’s Cheetah Is One Of World’s Rarest; Only 30 Of Them Exist Today
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At each animal’s enclosure, viewers are invited to donate to the zoo in real-time
It’s no secret that Zoo Negara has been having financial difficulties since March this year due to the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic.
With the implementation of the Movement Control Orders (MCOs) throughout the year, Zoo Negara wasn’t able to open their doors to receive visitors. Since they depend on ticket sales to fund their operation costs, the national zoo has been struggling to keep their animals fed and cared for all year.
READ MORE: Zoo Negara Is In Trouble Due To MCO Restrictions & It Needs Your Help
With this in mind, Lazada is encouraging charity donations for the zoo by offering the first 50 donors of each location who donate RM25, a Lazada Wallet 12.12 rebate of RM25 to shop and enjoy ‘Buy 1, Get 2’ savings and discounts during the sale.
Meanwhile, charitable viewers that donate above RM50 will receive an “Adopt an Animal” e-certificate and voucher from Zoo Negara.
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FYI, this isn’t Lazada’s first collaboration with Zoo Negara. The platform has allowed Zoo Negara to continue their business online by offering the zoo’s adoption packages on their website.
READ MORE: You Can Now Adopt Zoo Negara Animals On Shopee And Lazada
LazadaForGood makes charity as easy as online shopping
Christmas is a time for giving, and giving has become so much more important during this pandemic where people have not only lost their jobs but also their loved ones.
It has been a hard past few months for most Malaysians, hence for Lazada 12.12 this year, we hope to give back to the local community that we serve, by subsidising these LazadaForGood rewards in support of our non-profit organisation (NGO) partners who have been working tirelessly to help those in need and to assist our brave heroes on the front lines.Leo Chow, Chief Executive Officer, Lazada Malaysia
Lazada has gone the extra mile to make giving super easy this festive season. They’ve basically made it as easy as shopping on their platform, as the LazadaForGood website lets you scroll through various charity options to pick and choose the one that speaks to your heart.
To find out more about LazadaForGood, click here. Meanwhile, for those interested in Lazada’s 12.12 Grand Year-End Sale, click here instead.

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TNB Giving Out 20 Sen Rebate On Electricity Bills For Six Months From January To June 2021

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Here’s some good news for 2021: 7.5 million domestic consumers are going to see a reduction of between 3.6% and 9.2% in their electricity bill for six months between 1 January until 30 June 2021.

Based on reports from Bernama, the government is giving out a RM0.20 rebate per killowatt hour (kWH) to domestic and industrial customers.
This is the first rebate given out consumers since July 2018.
This measure is taken following the government’s decision to extend TNB’s Second Regulatory Period under the Incentive Based Regulation (IBR) mechanism until Dec 31, 2021. Energy and Natural Resources Minister Datuk Dr Shamsul Anuar Nasarah via Bernama
Meanwhile, TNB said that the rebate is for all customers including residential users with monthly consumption of 300kWh and below to assist the low income and vulnerable customers under this consumption band who are affected by the Covid-19 pandemic.
As for electricity tariffs, it will be maintained at 39.45sen/kWH for next year.

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Preschools And Kindergartens Can Operate Fully Starting July

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Preschools and kindergartens will be allowed to operate as usual starting 1 July, as long as they follow the official Standard Operating Procedure (SOP).
What you need to know: The government has agreed on an SOP for preschool and kindergartens to follow as they resume operations on 1 July .The SOP will include procedures for when they enter and exit the premises, how they play at the kindergarten, and mealtimes. The full SOP will be released by the Education Ministry.
Why it matters: The SOP will involve 6,216 preschools and kindergartens under the care of the Education Ministry as well as 7,887 in the private sector.
Who said what: Senior Minister (Defence) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob made the announcement on Monday, 15 June, 2020.
How it got here: While daycare centres have been allowed to operate since 4 May, kindergartens have been closed since the Movement Control Order (MCO) began on 18 March, 2020, making it difficult for parents to head back to work as Malaysia enters the Recovery Movement Control Order phase.
Read more:PENJANA: Childcare Aid For Working Parents (TRP)Prasekolah, TADIKA operasi 1 Julai (Berita Harian)

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[Watch] Trader Trashes A Family’s Night Market Stall In Melaka Like A Gangster

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Bullying is never acceptable in a society where everyone is entitled to respectful treatment.

Recently, an incident at a pasar malam went viral in which an egotistical and hostile trader thrashed up the stall belonging to a family.
The incident happened at Pahlawan Walk in Melaka.
In the video, a boy’s voice can be heard in the background as the man kicks around the shoes sold by the family.
The boy and his family were shocked by what was happening and asked the aggressor why he was ‘destroying’ their stall.

An Eye For An Eye
While making a commotion at the night market, the man claimed that the boy’s father had started a fight that almost caused his men to die.
Because he was angry with what had happened to his men, it was ‘retribution’ for the boy’s father.
Meanwhile, netizens criticised the act of bullying and said such behaviours would have consequences, and rightly so.
We won’t always like or agree with everyone we meet, but we must respect each other.
READ MORE: [Watch] Road Bully Smashes Car Window And Threatens Pregnant Woman, Gets Arrested By Kelantan Police
Netizens said that no matter the reason, the trader has no right to disrupt someone’s livelihood.
In addition, the boy looking after his family’s stall did not know anything about what happened between the man and his father.
Netizens said the man should deal directly with the father and not take it out on a helpless boy.

 It is understood that the family had lodged a police report on the incident.
The incident was due to the family putting some chairs in front of a shop. The chairs were meant for customers to sit while trying out shoes.
According to the report, the shopkeeper was unhappy as it blocked customers from entering his premise.
The family also claimed that the aggressor was the uncle of the shopkeeper.
The family lodged a police report on the incident. (Pix: Facebook)

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Hannah Yeoh Calls For Investigation Into Racist Remark Made By National Hockey Player

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Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh has requested for an investigation to be carried out over a racist remark made by a national hockey player on the A.R Rahman concert.

Hanis Nadiah Onn, who is a part of the Malaysian Hockey team placed her comments on Kosmo Online’s post stating that “It must smell nice in there” referring to the A.R Rahman concert.
READ MORE.  Instagram User Incurs Netizens’ Wrath Over Racist Remark On Story At AR Rahman Concert.
This has created an outrage among the citizens of Malaysia and Hanis went on to issue a public apology in which she stated that she was sorry for the remark she made.
In a press conference held yesterday at Menara KBS, Yeoh said decisions will be made after getting the views from the National Sports Council (MSN) on the matter, The Star reported.
Yeoh also urged MSN to get an in depth information from the Malaysian Hockey Confederation (MHC) as part of the investigation.
“…MSN will discuss with the Malaysian Hockey Council. I have also informed Dato’ Seri Subahan Kamal (MHC president),” she was quoted as saying.

Malaysians responded to the press conference with some calling for the athlete to be removed from the national squad.

However, there are some who defended her.

Racism is still a problem worldwide and the remark made by the athlete dominated online conversations for days.
In an interview with DMY Creation, A.R Rahman said that even though most of the songs in his concert are in Tamil, there are also some Hindi and Punjab songs for other Malaysians to enjoy as well.
When an international artist such as A.R Rahman can take into consideration the various backgrounds of his concert-goers, it is only fair for all of us to be better and celebrate our diversity.

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Drug-fuelled Private Parties Sees 35 Arrested For Violating MCO

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Perhaps in an attempt to kickstart 20 April on a high note, two separate private parties seemed to have the same idea of celebrating with cannabis and other drugs, despite the movement control order (MCO).
A total of 35 individuals were arrested after the parties were raided by police following a public tip-off.
At the party in a condo along Jalan Ang Seng, those arrested were all males aged between 17 and 33. The participants were privately invited through WhatsApp messages and phone calls. Four plastic packets of ganja (weed) was seized.
The drugs were brought to the party by one of the suspects, purchased for RM10 per packet from another individual who wasn’t at the party.
One of the suspects had rented the condo unit through an app for RM178 a night, according to Brickfields police chief Assistant Commissioner Zairulnizam Mohd Zainuddin.
Seven out of the 12 suspects tested positive for drugs during an initial urine test screening.
At another party in a condo along Jalan Gombak, 23 individuals were arrested during a raid on Friday.
Of these 23 suspects, 10 were males while the rest were females, including one girl aged 14.
 Wangsa Maju police chief Superintendent Rajab Ahad Ismail said that there were several packets of ketamine (also known as K) and Erimin 5 (also known as Happy 5) pills seized.
All 35 party-goers will be investigated under Rule 11 of the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases (PCID) Regulations 2020 for violating the MCO.

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