Cheras Schoolboy helps canteen  Makcik sell food during recess

Do you remember how we used to rush to the canteen at the recess bell because well… EVERY MINUTE of the 20 we got was so precious!
Well, for this Form 4 boy, its a bit different.
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Recently, Additional Mathematics tutor, Cikgu Redzwan Azizan went to Cherasâ€™ SMK Seri Bintang Utara, where he met a particularly intriguing schoolboy he calls Hau.
Unlike other schoolboys, this 16-year-old diligently helps the makcik canteen sell food VOLUNTARILY!

(Pic Credit: knowyourmeme)

BTW, he doesnâ€™t get paid!
Though the makcik does give him food laâ€¦

Nanti kalau dia nak makan apa dia just ambil sajela
Later, if he wants to eat, he can just take whatever he feels like
Makcik canteen via Facebook post

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Hau proves not only to be your average helper but is praised to be an excellent salesman too!
Cikgu Redzwan applauds Hauâ€™s calm composure as he entertains a sea of his peers rushing to buy makcik’s food with a sweet smile, and how he even wears gloves when he handles the food!

(Pic Credit: Facebook)

The makcik explains that Hau is the son of a hawker, and maybe that’s where he got his awesome skills from.
Now, how many of us would give up our break time to help out another human being?
Malaysians truly are a hardworking lot huh?

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GE15: No Mobile Phones Inside Polling Station

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If you’re planning on bringing your mobile phone along with you during polling day for the 15th General Election (GE15) this 19 November, take note that you will have to surrender it for a few minutes.

The Election Commission (EC) in its voting guide issued yesterday included a new rule where voters are required to surrender their mobile phones after being given their ballot paper.
As soon as a voter receives their ballot paper from the third voting clerk at the polling station, they would have to place their mobile phones in a box at the officer in charge’s desk.After casting their vote, they will return to the officer in charge’s desk to collect their mobile phones.
If you feel uncomfortable about surrendering your phone, the best thing to do is not to have it on you when you step into the polling centre to cast your vote.

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Charles & Keith Teen Is Now Flying High With Air Asia

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A teenager who went viral after being looked down on by some netizens over a handbag has the last laugh.

17-year-old Zoe Gabriel from Singapore was scorned on social media because she considers her Charles & Keith handbag a luxury.
Now, she had reached new heights as she appeared on social media content by Air Asia.
  @flyairasia Dare to dream with @zoe 🦋 ♬ original sound  – smokinaftereat
  @flyairasia *Domestic: all-in from RM23. Asean: all-in from RM60. Includes airport taxes, MAVCOM fee, fuel surcharges and other applicable fees. T&C apply. ♬ i think he knows sped up – r & m &lt33
She danced in a Tik Tok video together with AirAsia pilots and crew.
In another post, she wore Air Asia’s famous red-white cabin crew attire and danced on the roof of a building.
Zoe, a Filipino, had previously announced that she would embark on a “really big and exciting project”.
Standing Up For Daddy
In the original Tiktok video, which started it all, Zoe wrote that this bag was her first luxury bag.
She defended against the criticism as the handbag was given to her by her dad, and they are not from a rich family.
  @zohtaco Replying to @cressy ♬ original sound  – zoe 🦋
Following the uproar, which was even debated in Singapore’s Parliament, Charles & Keith invited Zoe and her father to have lunch with the founder.
READ MORE: Charles & Keith Viral Girl Zoe Gets Free Bags For Her Inspiring Act
Zoe also became a Brand Community Ambassador for Charles & Keith.
For context, Charles & Keith or C&K is a global fashion brand from Singapore.
Charles & Keith has 600 stores spread across 37 countries.

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Women’s Group Slams PAS Minister For Saying That Child Actor Shouldn’t Expose Own Father

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The Joint Action Group for Gender Equality (JAG) has condemned Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Senator Datuk Idris Ahmad.

JAG took Idris to task for saying a child actor should not have “shamed” her father and herself by exposing that he sexually abused her.
READ MORE: Malaysian Child Actor Shares Nightmarish Stories Of Abuse By Her Father
The group described the remark by Idris as “victim-blaming” comments when the right thing is to encourage survivors of sexual and gender-based violence to speak up.
These remarks from someone in a position of power and trust are extremely discouraging for all survivors of sexual and gender-based violence, and contribute to its underreporting and fear of speaking out due to judgment and retaliation.JAG on the normalisation of the violence women and girls experience at home.
The Joint Action Group For Gender Equality (JAG) Statement: Malaysiam Government should uphold the gender equality principle by allowing Malaysian mothers to confer citizenship to their children born overseas #sayaJUGAanakMalaysia pic.twitter.com/j5ByaXRP1l— Sisters in Islam (@SistersinIslam) August 8, 2022
An Islamic Perspective
Idris had commented the child actor should not have exposed the abuse publicly as per  Islamic teachings.
The PAS vice-president said Islam teaches against disgracing oneself (menutup aib sendiri) and that such abuse should not be told to the public.
Harian Metro quoted Idris saying she should have lodged a police report and let them investigate the case.
Saya ditanyakan wartawan berkenaan isu yang tular apabila seorang pelakon cilik yang mendedahkan isu yang berlaku kepada dirinya dan ibunya. Saya juga mengambil maklum atas tularan yang sedang diperbualkan warga netizen. pic.twitter.com/tZ2iDhD5bc— Ustaz Idris Ahmad (@ustaz_idris) September 8, 2022
Multiple Offence
JAG said the minister’s comments violated the Child Act 2001 and Sexual Offences against Children (Soaca) 2017.
JAG added that the Prime Minister’s Department is supposed to ensure that provisions in the Soaca to protect children were implemented.
Under the Child Act 2001, a family member must inform a Social Welfare Officer if there is a reasonable belief of sexual abuse.
By asking victims to keep quiet, it is against the core values of Malaysian laws and government SOPs.
It would also result in more sexual violence against children perpetrated by adults, including family members.
JAG said that a 42 per cent increase in child sexual abuse cases was recorded between 2020 and 2021, usually involving perpetrators the victim knows.
Stop Silencing Survivors Of Child Abuse — JAGData from the Royal Malaysia Police has revealed that most child sexual abuse cases involves perpetrators the victim knows, most often their biological or step fathers.https://t.co/4WPCHwm9vS— Ova (@ovahealth) September 9, 2022
JAG concluded by insisting that the Prime Minister’s Department, the police, and the Women, Family and Community Development Ministry make their position clear.
It added that protecting children is a matter that Malaysian voters will take seriously.
The Women’s Aid Org (WAO) and All Women’s Action Society (AWAM) will support you if you or a woman you know is living with or at risk of violence.
WAO’s tel. 603-7956-3488 and SMS +6018-988-8058 and AWAM’s tel: 016-237-4221

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Swift Repairs For Taman Sri Muda Burst Bund

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The Taman Sri Muda folks can breathe a sigh of relief as the burst bund near the water lock in the area had undergone repair work.
A heavy downpour around 5pm yesterday caused the bund to burst and the Selangor Fire and Rescue Department was alerted by the incident at 8.15pm before a team from the Shah Aam Fire and Rescue station were dispatched and arrived at the scene 14 minutes later.
“The situation is now under control and repair work is being carried out by the Department of Irrigation and Drainage (DID),” Selangor Fire and Rescue Department director Norazam Khamis said in a statement, yesterday.
He added that the Selangor Fire and Rescue Department had also mobilized five boats to the area as a precautionary measure.

Yesterday’s incident had caused water to overflow into nearby housing areas.

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Father Of Teenage Actress Detained By Police, Under Remand Until Monday To Assist In Investigations

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Yesterday, the police said they received a report from the victim claiming that her biological father sexually harassed her and was not a good father figure.

The actor claimed in the interview that his biological father frequently groped and kissed her between the ages of five and six.
The man was also accused of sexually harassing the teen actress by masturbating in her presence.
In fact, he would allegedly invite his daughter to watch pornographic videos with him.
As reported by Astro Awani, the police have arrested the father of a teenage actress who allegedly sexually harassed her on Wednesday afternoon.
According to the Subang Jaya District Police Chief, Assistant Commissioner Wan Azlan Wan Mamat, the court has granted a remand application until next Monday for further investigation.

The investigation is carried out under Section 354 of the Penal Code for the offense of molestation, Section 31 (1)(a) of the Children Act 2001 for the offense of neglecting a child under Section 292 of the Penal Code for the offense of possession of obscene material.
The police arrested the suspect at 2.25 p.m. and seized his mobile phone, which was then sent to the PDRM Forensic Department for analysis.Subang Jaya District Police Chief, Wan Azlan Wan Mamat
“The suspect’s urine test was negative, and he has no criminal history,” he said in a statement on Wednesday.
Yesterday, the police got a report from the victim claiming that her biological father sexually harassed her and was not a good father figure.
Wan Azlan stated in a prior declaration that the victim was frequently exposed to pornographic videos on his biological father’s mobile phone.
It is believed that the occurrence took place between 2013 and 2017. Wan Azlan added that the victim stated the event occurred when she was only six years old and they lived in the Subang Jaya area at the time.
It is also revealed that the victim’s father filed a police report denying all charges made by his daughter.
A Twitter user stated that it was only a widely spread slander.
I am still sane, and I would never do something so sickening to my daughter or wife at that time.The alleged father of the child actress claimed in the conversation.

amekaw kepada yg RT & sebar fitnah pasal bapak balqis. Nie perbualan aku dgn bapak budak 15 tahun tu pic.twitter.com/ihDsgLblXD— Kamal Aziz (@kamalazizKinG) September 4, 2022

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Dog Shelter Accused Of Running A Scam Says Will Release Dogs To Local Authorities If Allegations Escalate Further

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Last month, TRP reported of an elderly uncle, who runs Erlang’s Dog, that was dying of Covid-19 and begged for support to help his furkids.

Read More: Elderly Uncle Dying Of Covid-19 Begs For Help To Support His 59 Furkids
Netizens were quick to share their support and sympathy, with many donating money to the uncle’s monthly expenses which were estimated to be over RM9,000 a month.
Nearly a month later, there are allegations that we’ve been duped as netizens put some impressive investigative skills to work to reveal that this could have all been some elaborate scam.
Did Erlang’s Dog shelter exist?
In an Instagram story titled “APJ ERLANG” by pet adoption centre @mypetshaven, a screen capture of a post made on Dog Lovers of Malaysia was shared with a detailed account exposing information about an alleged scam spearheaded by rescue shelter for disabled and injured dogs – A Pet’s Journal (APJ).
Screen grab of My Pet’s Haven’s Instagram Story
The allegation claims APJ are also the people behind Erlang’s Dog.
It was suspected that APJ had found a new marketing strategy to sell their products as well as to make additional money on the side by appealing to the generosity of dog lovers.
Further evidence shows that a three-legged dog by the name of Taylor that My Pets Haven had sent to APJ, was spotted on Erlang’s Dog’s Facebook post

Erlang’s Dog Facebook page has since been deleted.
When Photoshop doesn’t work
The Instastory continues by pointing out that photos posted on both the Erlang Dog’s and APJ’s Facebook page look completely photoshopped.

Statement by APJ
After the issue had gone viral with various shelters and animal lovers bringing to light the “scam”, APJ released a public statement on their Facebook today (15 September).
In the statement which can be read here, APJ said they did not use any of the donations for personal benefit or gains and all of it was used and/or spent on the wellbeing of the dogs such as food, rental, and caretaker fees.
The statement goes on to address in more detail the breakdown of funds received and needed to maintain their shelter.
They end their statement with:
Should you feel that you are able trust us with the rescue dogs’ lives, you can donate to us. However, should this allegation be escalated further, we will have no choice but to release all the rescued dogs and/or release all the dogs the Local Authority for their further actions. Thereafter, we will proceed to shut down all 4 shelters from operations.A Pet’s Journal via Facebook
Mixed reaction from Netizens
Since APJ published their statement, there have been over 200 comments from Netizens that were either in support of APJ or suspicious of their intent.
This Netizen thought we should all mind our own business and find other people to bully.

While this one couldn’t brain the last part of their statement:

 This Netizen shared her pawsitive experience with them.

And this one pointed out how APJ had only explained 10% of what needs to be addressed.

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Dr Mahathir Runs His Own National Rehabilitation Council With Experts To Fight Covid-19

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Former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad recently chaired a virtual meeting along with experts in various fields to kick start the shadow National Rehabilitation Council (MPN).

He said that there 18 figures and experts in the fields of health, economics, law and politics whom he said he has previously proposed to become members of the National Rehabilitation Council (MPN).
As I have explained before, this MPN has no political interest of any party or individual except to find a way to help the state overcome disasters.Former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad
Dr Mahathir mentioned online that the list is made up of:
Tun Dr Mahathir MohamadTan Sri Mohamed Azman YahyaTan Sri Rafidah AzizTan Sri Mohd Mohd Hassan MericanDatuk Prof Dr Adeeba KamarulzamanEmeritus Prof Datuk Dr Lim Sai KitDatuk Dr Amar Singh HSSTan Sri Dr Abu Bakar SuleimanDr Kumitaa Theva DasDatuk Dr Lokman HakimDatuk Dr FadzillahProf Emiretus Datuk Shad FaruqiProf Datuk Salleh Buang Samuel IsaiahYB Datuk Seri Azalina Othman SaidYB Ahmad Fahmi Fadzli YB Syed Saddiq Abdul RahmanYB Hannah Yeoh
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Keep in mind, when I proposed the establishment of this MPN on June 10, the new cases recorded that day were 5,671 and deaths were 73. Yesterday, new cases reached a record high of 19,819 and deaths of 257 cases, also the highest record so far.Former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad
He added that the increase in cases have prompted him and others not be silent and act to save the country.
It is highly irresponsible on our part if we have suggestions and views that can help but choose to remain silent. For us in the MPN, this is our effort and service to the Nation.  Former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad

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[Watch] TUDM Aircraft Marshaller Brightens Everyone’s Day With Hilarious Dance Moves

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Doing the same tasks day in and out can be such a bore. However, sometimes we can inject some fun into our routine to lighten the mood as long as the work still gets done.

The antics of an aircraft marshaller at work are a good example of this. The aircraft marshaller recently went viral thanks to a video posted by Tiktok user @jklim7.
The video, credited to the Youtube page INDOAEROVID, showed an aircraft marshaller from the Royal Malaysia Air Force (TUDM) having fun while guiding planes on the runway.
  @jklim7 Tudm Marshalling🇲🇾 credit：ytb INDOAEROVID #tudm #airforce #malaysiaairforce #fyp #fypmalaysia ♬ original sound  – Malaysia Military🇲🇾
In the first clip, the aircraft marshaller could be seen lying on his side on the ground and looking bored while supposedly waiting for the plane to be ready for takeoff.
When it was time to guide an airplane, he broke out some fun dance moves to ‘wave’ or ‘hurry’ the plane along.
His antics also entertained his colleagues who could be seen joining and dancing with him on the runway. The group even seemingly coordinated a dance sequence together.
Netizens were delighted to be able to catch a glimpse of a Malaysian airforce aircraft marshaller enjoying his work.
They were entertained by his dance moves and the cheery demeanour he exhibited.
They also enjoyed watching the rapport of the group on the runway and said it makes them happy to see the team happy at work.

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M’sians Mad At Blank Interstate Travel Permits Already Signed & Approved, Police Say They’re Investigating

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Under the nationwide Movement Control Order (MCO), interstate travel is not allowed without police approval. However, Malaysians are now questioning if there’s a new standard operating procedure (SOP) in place after pre-approved blank interstate travel police forms were shared online.

A social media video shared by a Malaysian woman showed a blank MCO Movement Permit Form that bore the approval stamp from Chukai Police Station in Kemaman, Terengganu. The empty form was also already signed by the Station’s Chief, Inspector Mohamad Ramizan Ramli.
The video was then re-shared on Twitter with the caption “got information that the latest SOP is approve first, then fill up the form.” It quickly went viral with scores of angry Malaysians questioning the abuse of power while many had to endure hardships of not being able to see families across the state border for months.
Dapat info sop terbaru ialah approve dulu baru isi form pic.twitter.com/vzPYPn2OPH— Pedoq what is this behaviour? (@pedoqpop) April 7, 2021
Police responds and says it is… fake
Within hours of the post going viral, Kemaman district police chief Superintendent Hanyan Ramlan released a statement denying that there is a new SOP in place for interstate travel.
“It is understood that the form was issued to a woman to cross the state to Kuala Lumpur to attend an interview scheduled for 8th April 2021,” he said.
Hanyan also said that preliminary investigations point to forgery of Chukai police station chief Inspector Mohamad Ramizan Ramli’s signature.
The police have opened investigation papers under Section 468 of the Penal Code for forgery for the purpose of deceiving and Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 for the improper use of network facilities or network services.

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AirAsia X Not Giving Out Cash Refunds, But Travel Credits And Performance-Based Incentives Instead

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Air Asia X will not refund their customers, but will instead be giving out travel credits for future flight purchases and other-cash based entitlements based on annual revenue performance over the span of three years.

The company said in a statement that customers can use the credits once international travel is resumed.
We assure all passengers affected by the restructuring that it is the firm intention of AAX to put in place travelling privileges in the form of travel credits, which can be utilised for future purchases of flight tickets once international borders reopen on top of the 0.5% they will receive and other cash-based entitlements based on annual revenue performance over three years as explained in the Explanatory Statement issued to all creditors recently. AirAsia X
It’s explained by the company that it’s based on their earnings before taxes (EBITDAR); if the company earns less than RM300 million for the financial years ending 2023 to 2026, then the profit-sharing mechanism will not be triggered.
Nevertheless, AAX will still settle 0.5% of the amount owing to the Scheme Creditors.AirAsia X
It’s to prevent them from going bust
It’s reported that AAX previously proposed to pay 0.5% of its debt to creditors and terminate all existing contracts for a RM33.65 billion restructuring of its liabilities.
AAX said that their priority right now is to comprehensively restructure and recapitalise the airline.
Similarly, it is in the best interest of our passengers to allow us to fly again so that we are in a position to honour their travel credits with us. Put simply, the alternative is that everyone loses without any chance of recovery of what is owed if we are not successful in this restructuring.AirAsia X
They said that they are now focused on raising new capital because the airline has not received any external financial support during this pandemic or any such time before.
AAX added that the airline must reset and rebuild a solid platform for a sustainable and viable future.
Please note that these entitlements and the travel credits can only take place if AAX is successfully restructured pursuant to the terms of the Scheme. If the terms of the Scheme are not complied with and the Scheme fails, AAX will go into liquidation and the passengers will not receive anything in return. It is not the intention for AAX to place the passengers in this situation.AirAsia X

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Zahid Hamidi Acquitted Of All Charges In Foreign Visa Bribery Case, Prosecution Failed Prima Facie

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Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has been acquitted of 40 charges of receiving bribes from a company to extend its foreign visa system (VLN) contract today.

According to Free Malaysia Today, High Court judge Yazid Mustafa ruled that the prosecution failed to establish a prima facie case against the UMNO president.
Zahid has been accused of 33 counts of receiving bribes amounting to S$13.56 million (RM 42 million) from Ultra Kirana Sdn Bhd (UKSB) as the then home minister to extend the firm’s contract as the operator of a one-stop centre in China, as well as to maintain a contract for the supply of the VLN integrated system.
He was also charged with seven other counts of obtaining for himself S$1.15 million, RM 3 million, 15,000 Swiss francs and US$15,000 from the same company in connection with his official work.
He allegedly committed the offences at Seri Satria in Precinct 16, Putrajaya, and at Country Heights in Kajang between October 2014 and March 2018.
The Malay Mail reported that the public gallery immediately erupted with cries of “Alhamdullilah” when the judge made the no prima facie ruling.
While Zahid is acquitted of these charges today, he still faces 35 charges in the Kuala Lumpur High Court for money laundering and criminal breach of trust involving millions from Yayasan Akalbudi and for accepting bribes for various projects during his term as the home minister.

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“RapidKL’s My30 Will Be Replaced With  My50” Says Transport Minister And Netizens Aren’t Happy

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Starting 1st January 2022, RapidKL’s My30 unlimited travel pass for their rail and bus services in the Klang Valley will be replaced with My50.

RapidKL is owned by Prasarana, a government-owned company that was set up by the Ministry of Finance.
Credit: @myrapid / Facebook
My30 was introduced in June 2020 under the National Economic Recovery Plan (PENJANA) to mitigate the economic impact of Covid-19 among passengers.
It is an unlimited 30-day travel pass for RM30 which can be used for unlimited rides on the LRT, MRT, KL Monorail, BRT, Rapid KL’s bus and MRT feeder bus services in the Klang Valley, Penang and Kuantan.
It is initially introduced for purchase from June 2020 to December 2020 but was prolonged until December 2021.
Credit: @myrapid / Facebook
According to The Star, the My30 initiative involves a lot of subsidies and was targeted to help the people, especially from the B40 segment. It is also aimed to encourage the use of public transport among citizens.
Before the My30, the unlimited pass was also available but at the price of RM50 (My50) and RM100 (My100) respectively.
Previously, when it was introduced in 2019, My100 allows users to ride on all rail (MRT, LRT, Monorail) and bus (BRT, Rapid KL and MRT feeder buses) routes in the Klang Valley while the My50 is only available for bus routes excluding BRT.
However, according to Bernama, starting next year, the promotion for My30 ends on Dec 31, 2021, (except for those who made advanced purchases, they will last till January 30, 2022) and will be replaced with the My50 pass starting next year.
The new My50 pass will still allow users unlimited rides for both rail and bus routes, just like My30.
Credit: @myrapid / Facebook
The Monthly Pass Was Supposed To Cost More
The introduction of the My50 travel pass is proof of the government’s concern for the welfare of citizens at a challenging time in line with the aspiration of ‘Keluarga Malaysia’ (Malaysian Family)Minister of Transport Malaysia, Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong
He further said that a monthly pass would be valued at RM200 but with this unlimited pass subsidy, that would mean that users are only paying RM50 while the rest of the costs will be taken care of by the government.
He also added that the My50 monthly subscription in Penang, known as the Pas Mutiara will also be applicable for those who use Rapid Penang’s bus services. However, My50 is not available for Rapid Kuantan services.
READ MORE: The RM15 Keluarga Malaysia One-Day Pass Will Only Work On Weekends & Public Holidays
Netizens Aren’t All Particularly Happy With This Announcement
On Twitter, one user particularly criticized the increase in price for the public transportation unlimited pass.
“Where’s the Malaysian Family part if you increase RM30 to RM50?
As a sign that we do understand the difficulties faced by citizens, here, we charge RM20 more.” said Twitter user, @myjoe_.

https://twitter.com/myjoe_/status/1475397139064766466?t=0j6tGNtRuWmNDid8OMimXA&s=08

Others seem to agree with him.
“It’s not student-friendly. A lot of students use the MRT. They don’t have a lot to spend RM50 a month on this. If you lower it down, more people will use the MRT”

“What do you mean replaced? More like marking up the price”

“For working people, RM50 sounds reasonable. But for students, RM50, aiyooo”
“Maybe it’s wise for them to continue a special rebate for students, right? They can get it at RM30 only”

However, there are a few who doesn’t seem to mind the increase.
“Okay RM50 might not be really worth it BUT,  RM30 was never meant to be permanent. I got it when it first started last year during MCO and it was supposed to last only a couple of months but they kept extending and extending. Now it’s more than a year already so I’m not surprised they ended it lah”

“Everyone knows the RM30 is temporary only because of the pandemic. Before the pandemic, it’s RM100 okay. It was reduced to RM30, and we’re grateful. Now, it will be increased by only RM20. Even that amount, you wanna criticize? The pass is totally unlimited and it’s actually quite worth it for anyone who’s travelling far every day. If you don’t use public transport, you don’t need to make a thing out of this.”

Anyhow, there are a lot of opinions on this matter. Well, to each its own.

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This ‘Agro-Culture’ Summer Camp Invites Everyone To Be Farmers

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Agriculture or farming is the bedrock of our human civilization. The ability to cultivate plants and livestock for food and resources has historically enabled us to build empires across the world.

But nowadays, agriculture is often regarded as a ‘dirty’ industry that’s far detached from the comforts of modern life. And as the world continues to face shortages from the climate crisis and other factors, it becomes crucial for us everyday folks to be more attuned to how we produce the things we need to survive.
(Credit: thananit_s via Envato Elements)
Well, the Agroculture Axcelerator Program or AGREX endeavours to change Malaysia’s attitude towards farming.
Made in collaboration between MARDI Corporation and Boxcube Travellers, AGREX is a program designed to grow interest in agriculture by providing the public, especially youths, with knowledge and first-hand experiences about farming in a fun and interactive way.
Promoting what they call ‘Agro-Culture’ AGREX wants everyone to have a sensitive and caring attitude toward the agricultural sector and how we essentially grow and produce our groceries and supplies.
Agro-Culture holiday!
AGREX will take participants on field trips around the country to learn and observe agriculture in action and have interactive sessions with professional trainers and educators from MARDI and other research institutions.
The program will involve interactions with real-world agriculture practices and experts, as well as content focused on areas like food security, biodiversity, sustainability and environmental science.
The program also includes digital learning tools for participants to share their individual learning experiences with others in a peer-to-peer learning environment. Members of the public can also sign up as coaches to train participants in the program.
Faizal Ramli and Eli Ken at the Agrex booth opened at the Malaysia Agriculture, Horticulture, and Agrotourism (MAHA) 2022 in MAEPS, Serdang from 4 – 18 August.
MARDI Corporation Head of Technology and Expertise Management Faizal Ramli simplified the AGREX program as an ‘educational holiday’ experience where participants get to travel and learn about the ins and outs of farming at the same time.
We came up with the idea to merge education, agro and tourism. The program will provide full agriculture training. We’ll teach and show you the agricultural, economics and manufacturing processes. At the end of the program, we’ll give you a certificate.MARDI Corporation Head of Technology and Expertise Management Faizal Ramli
Faizal explains that the program also aims to reconnect Malaysians to our agro-cultural roots.
Agriculture is endemic to Malaysian culture. So what AGREX wants to do is to bring back that culture. We want to bring the new generation back to agriculture, not just as potential careers but also for knowledge.MARDI Corporation Head of Technology and Expertise Management Faizal Ramli
Everyone can be farmers!
Boxcube Travellers Founder and Managing Director Eli Ken relates AGREX to a ‘summer camp’ where people of all ages can enjoy and learn from.
Instead of just normal travel, there’s so much to cover about this topic since it concerns things like food security and sustainability. We feel that this is an important thing for everyone to engage with.Boxcube Travellers Founder and Managing Director Eli Ken
Eli explains that AGREX wants to seed the mindset that everyone can become farmers and embrace sustainable agricultural practices, even from the comforts of their modern homes, with the right know-how.
We can be agro-culture adopters and practice this in a modern setting. Doesn’t mean we have to go back to kampung you know.Boxcube Travellers Founder and Managing Director Eli Ken
Find out more about AGREX through their official portal as well as their Facebook and Instagram page.
You can also visit the AGREX booth (A52) open now at the Malaysia Agriculture, Horticulture, and Agrotourism 2022 festival (MAHA 2022) in MAEPS, Serdang from 4 – 18 August.

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Kuantan Art Street Murals Vandalised, Vandals Still At Large

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The Kuantan Art Street is a tourist attraction filled with hand-drawn murals and art installations, as a perfect backdrop for pictures.

Unfortunately, the Art Street attracted vandals instead.
According to the Kuantan City Council, the street murals were vandalised repeatedly.
One painted mural was damaged with a hole through the wall. Another mural which depicts a kopitiam had its wooden table prop broken.
CCTV footage also caught visitors climbing onto the bicyle prop attached to the wall in an unsafe manner, by balancing on the wheel instead of merely posing with the prop as intended.
Not the first time
This is not the first time that Kuantan Art Street has been vandalised. In March 2021, the art by 13 local artists were vandalised so badly that something was actually done about it.
CCTVs were installed along the street, and about RM500,000 was spent to fix 200m of the back alleys in Jalan Besar.
See the full damage caused by vandals here:

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Police: Subang Jaya Covid-19 Hotspot Viral Message Is False

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The viral message on Twitter advising the public to avoid certain areas in Subang Jaya due to them being Covid-19 hotspots is untrue.

What you need to know: Speaking to the New Straits Times, a spokesman from the Subang Jaya district police said the information claimed in the viral message was false, including that two people from the area have tested positive for Covid-19 and that the areas are now off-limits to the public.
Why it matters: Information on the MySejahtera app was used to propagate fake news and when asked, the authorities didn’t acknowledge or explain the information found on their own app. This resulted in members of the public becoming weary of the platform.
CodeBlue Editor-In-Chief Boo Su-Lyn highlighted that the MySejahtera app doesn’t reveal specific information to protect affected businesses and individuals, adding that when authorities don’t acknowledge the information given, this leads to confusion among members of the public.

No. MOH should not publicly identify precise locations where Covid cases were detected or where Covid cases visited. It will certainly kill businesses and stigmatise individuals. What the police should do is acknowledge MySejahtera info but tell ppl to just keep safe in hotspots. https://t.co/9f6CdBz3pI— Boo Su-Lyn (@boosulyn) August 22, 2020

Who said what: The Health Ministry also tweeted on their account clarifying that the MySejahtera app hotspot feature can only detect hotspot within a 1km radius, adding that it does not reveal the number of cases in the area or which specific premises are affected.

https://twitter.com/KKMPutrajaya/status/1297035723795660800

How it got here: The tweet posted by a Twitter account holder bearing the name PJ claimed there are two individuals who had contracted Covid-19 in the areas mentioned and “advised” those in Subang Jaya to check their MySejahtera app hotspot feature.
Twitter users who checked the hotspot feature on their MySejahtera app were even more confused to see the mentioned areas highlighted in the app.
The Twitter user who shared the information has since come forth and explained that he too was confused by information found on the MySejahtera app.
Read more:Covid-19 hotspots in Subang Jaya? Fake, says police (NST)

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Walk-ins no longer accepted at UMMC psychiatry clinic. Here’s how you can still get help

In the past few months, mental health awareness has been on
the rise in Malaysia.
Weâ€™ve read news of children as young as 10 years old reaching out for help with depression and even attempting suicide which has spurred meaningful conversation on the topic.
For mental health sufferers in the Klang Valley, University
Malaya Medical Centre (UMMC) has been the No 1 recommended avenue for help as
one could just walk into the psychiatry clinic to see a doctor.

Credit: @UMMCKL/Facebook

However, that may no longer be the case as walk-ins are no longer accepted at the UMMC psychiatry clinic.
In a recent update to their clinical services, the psychiatry
clinic now accepts limited new cases with a referral letter.
How to get a referral letter?
No need to worry too much on getting a referral letter. All
you need to do is to visit any community clinic (Klinik Kesihatan) or any general
practitioner.

Klinik Kesihatan Kuala Lumpur (KKKL) at Jalan Fletcher.
(Credit: The Star)

Express your concerns and explain your mental health situation. At the Klinik Kesihatan they will pass you a DASS (Depression Anxiety Stress Scale) form to assess your situation before giving you a referral letter.
PS: The Klinik Kesihatan can also prescribe medicine if they find it necessary. The cost is only RM1.
What kind of help is available at the psychiatry clinic?
According to the UMMC website, the psychological medicine department aids in treatment of multiple conditions such as:

Depression
Sleep disorders
Functional pain disorders
Anxiety disorders
Child and adolescent disorders
Adjustment disorders
Geriatric disorders
Drug addictions.

Psychiatry Clinic at UMMC
(Credit: Google)

For Malaysians, itâ€™s only RM30 to see the doctor for the first visit and RM15 for follow ups.
Why get help for mental health issues?
Well, 2017 National Health and Morbidity Survey among Malaysian adolescents found an increase in suicidal behaviour while the Health Minister Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad has stated that around 4.2 million Malaysians suffering from mental health issues.

Credit: Zander Reyes via Newsbytes Online

With mental health issues becoming an growing health concern in Malaysia, it is important to take the right steps to care for yourself.
If youâ€™d like to seek help at locations other than UMMC, check out TRPâ€™s complete guide to counselling and mental health therapy services in Klang Valley HERE.
Remember, if you are suffering from mental health problems, help is always available.
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If youâ€™re having problems or suicidal thoughts and need immediate assistance, you can also call Befrienders at:
Phone: 03-7956 8145
E-mail: sam@befrienders.org.my
Available 24 hours every day, 7 days a week.
Calls from 8 local telcos are FREE.


Melaka Makes U-Turn Decision To Not Open Up For Domestic Tourism Come 1 October

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Malaysians breathed a sigh of relief and let out a sound of excitement when it was announced that three more tourist destinations would be allowed to open up to tourists soon.

Read More: Genting, Melaka And Tioman Opening Up To Tourists Soon, Says Tourism Ministry
For Klang Valley folks, Melaka was one of the places on top of their lists of places to visit.
TRP even prepped readers with some unique attractions they could check out there and food they could chomp down on.
It seems the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (and to an extent – TRP as well) were a little ahead of themselves because Melaka’s tourism sector is now saying they are NOT opening its doors to domestic tourists on 1 October as proposed.
Here are 5 reasons why:
1. The country’s population needs to have more fully vaccinated adults
Melaka’s Chief Minister Sulaiman Md Ali announced today that the state would only open after 90% of the country’s adult population is fully vaccinated. This is also in line with what Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said yesterday (23 September) about the green light for interstate travel and tourism activities.
2. Prioritise safety of tourists
The Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) Melaka Chapter chairman Goh Hock Gin said tourists, along with their members, need to be prioritised and urged only those who have completed their two doses and show no symptoms within two weeks of vaccinations would be allowed into the state.
3. Swab tests for tourists to be made more available
Goh suggested that a mechanism should be put in place to conduct swab tests for tourists, especially those staying in hotels.
4. Clearer standard operating procedures (SOP) needed
According to The Star, Goh also said a more defined SOP is needed before the industry is allowed to operate – this includes the relevant authorities to regulate short-term rentals as hotels have a standardised SOP and can manage any influx of guests accordingly.
5. Jonker Walk Night Market is not ready to restart
Although there are many things Melaka is famous for, the Jonker Walk night market is arguably one of the most popular places to visit.
That said, the Jonker Walk management committee deputy chairman Datuk Gan Tian Loo said the iconic night market will not reopen despite the travel bubble granted to Melaka.
They are waiting for the National Security Council to give the green light to reopen and are expected to resume activities by December.

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Buy Now Pay Later: Convenience Or Debt Trap? We Asked Consumers

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After cutting down her expenses for months since the beginning of the pandemic, Zira decided to pamper herself just a little by buying a pair of shoes using the ‘buy now pay later’ (BNPL) service.

Admitting that a pair of new shoes is not a necessity, the mother of two who is in her 30s said that she only decided to buy them since the platform offers a great deal.
“The shoes were marked down to 50%, plus the added discount given by Atome, the total come up to RM80,” she told TRP.
“The deferred payment plan helps maintain my cash flow,” Zira said, adding that she can pay them in 3 instalments at 0% interest.
“So it made sense for me to buy,” said the Johor-based executive.
She however agrees that consumers shouldn’t splurge and buy things that are beyond their means using the BNPL services.
Loving the 0% interest rate
Zira is just one of the many Malaysians that had tried BNPL which makes it more appealing for consumers to shop online due to its convenience and attractive 0% interest rate payments.
At the moment, there are several platforms that offer the service including Grab, Shopee, Fave, Atome and Split
Credit: Malay Mail
Husna Ahmad, 33, said that she purchased a laptop for her husband using SPayLater earlier this year.
“My husband got a new job earlier this year, after about two years of not working due to the MCO (movement control order) and he needs a working laptop. The one that he used previously had died as it’s already been used for a long time.
“But since our second child had just arrived (at the time of purchase), we need all the cash we had for the baby and our daily spending. So we explored the BNPL services to buy a laptop for my husband,” she said.
Husna, said that the couple paid RM179 monthly for six months, with the last payment being due next month.
Meanwhile, media practitioner Haizal Yatiran said that consumers should be self-disciplined and not overspend when buying using the services.
He reminded consumers that paying later still means that one needs to fork out money to pay the instalments.
“With the current economic climate, one should be wary when spending. Don’t simply buy things that you can’t afford in the first place since you don’t have to pay for on the spot,” Haizal said.
The father of three added that he had used the BNPL service once last year to buy a camera that he uses in his line of work.
“I bought the camera last year since I don’t have enough to buy it in cash. I wouldn’t say it’s cheaper but it is convenient for me to buy using the service as I don’t need to use a credit card or to pay extra interest on the payment.”
Beware of the cycle of debt
For Farah Ghazali, the service could be dangerous, especially to ‘shopaholics’ as it could lead them to be trapped in a cycle of debt.
“I guess it is ok to use it if there’s a necessity or if you can afford it as it is not that much of a difference with spending using a credit card.
“But since it’s easier to spend using BNPL services, I’m worried that some might splurge beyond their means and this could lead to more problems,” Farah, who works in a university in Pahang told TRP.
Credit: Malay Mail
BNPL’s popularity among Malaysians is soaring – with market analysts projecting a transaction volume of over RM2 billion this year alone – as any person above 18 years old can use the services even if they are unemployed.
This prompted Bank Negara Malaysia to collaborate with appropriate agencies including public education, to address concerns that BNPL plans may encourage customers to spend more than they can afford.
READ MORE: More BNPLs Are Jumping On The Bandwagon And Bank Negara Wants To Keep Them In Check
While BNPL may be a convenient way to shop, it is advisable for the public not to overspend especially during the economic downturn.
READ MORE: Shariah-Compliant Buy Now Pay Later Services Have Arrived In Malaysia, Here’s How To Figure Out Which Is Which

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Avoid Outdoor And Water Activities This Monsoon Season

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In light of the incidents due to inclement weather, the authorities are reminding people not to do any outdoor activities such as camping or water activities during the monsoon season.

On 16 October 2022, more than 40 hikers were trapped at the Telaga Tujuh Waterfall in Langkawi due to a water surge phenomenon.
More recently, a landslide at a campsite in Batang Kali claimed 25 lives, including children. 8 individuals are still missing.
READ MORE: Search For Nine Remaining Batang Kali Landslide Victims Continues, Police Calls Operator, School To Help With Investigations
The authorities issued the reminder again because there are still people who are entering permanent forest reserves despite these areas being closed off throughout the monsoon period.
According to The Star, legal action will be taken against people who have entered the permanent forest reserves to camp or hike to prevent unwanted incidents involving public safety during the ongoing monsoon season.
This is a reminder as there are still some stubborn individuals who do not follow the rules. There are still some camping and hiking trips being carried out on the hillside despite the authorities having banned recreational activities in forest reserves throughout the state.Johor police chief Datuk Kamarul Zaman Mamat
Johor police had to rescue a 57-year-old man named Lee Chin Chai around 1 am yesterday (20 December) after he was reported missing while hiking in Gunung Pulai, which is now closed to the public, The Malay Mail reported.
The man was found exhausted by search-and-rescue teams and had been sent to the hospital for treatment.
READ MORE: [Watch] Here’s Why Mount Kinabalu Is Closed When There’s Bad, Rainy Weather
Search for the missing bodies is still ongoing at the Batang Kali landslide site. Image: TRP File.
No water activities as well
Meanwhile, the Civil Defence Force (APM) is also warning the public to avoid coastal areas and water activities until the monsoon season ends.
Kedah APM deputy chief Major Mohd Muaz Mohd Yusoff said the high-tide phenomenon is expected to hit Kedah and other parts of the country.
The high tide is expected to happen from today until 28 December with the peak occurring between 24 and 25 December.
Mohd Muaz added that the high-tide phenomenon could cause waves as high as 3.3m and pose a danger to swimmers and small fishing boats.
The high tide and heavy rain could cause low-lying areas to flood too.
High-risk areas include beaches such as Pantai Cenang in Langkawi, Pantai Merdeka in Kuala Muda, and Kuala Kedah.
Avoid electrical hazards
In addition, the public is advised to be mindful while using electrical appliances during floods to avoid getting electrocuted.
People should also be on the lookout for fallen or exposed electrical cables or poles in flooded areas and avoid touching them.
Never use them as a clothes hanger.Kedah APM deputy chief Major Mohd Muaz Mohd Yusoff
READ MORE: The Deaths Of 3 Sisters In Kelantan Flood Brings Forth Painful Safety Reminders
Those living in flood-prone areas are also advised to be alert about rising water levels, turn off the main electrical distribution board and disconnect all electrical appliances from power sockets before the flood hits.
The electrical appliances at home should also be thoroughly checked to avoid electrical hazards.
READ MORE: M’sian Electrician Shares Tips To Prevent Electrocution From Shower Heaters

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Study: Malaysiaâ€™s Worst Fear Confirmed. Weâ€™re Getting More Intolerant

Have you ever felt an impending sense of hopelessness when scrolling through the internet?
Everyone seems to be fighting about one thing or another, whether itâ€™s about race, religion or oneâ€™s lifestyle choices.
Unfortunately, it seems like our worst fear is confirmed.
A study conducted by a London-based think-tank found that Malaysia is getting less tolerant.
The Prosperity Index 2019 by Legatum Institute which compared 167 societies around the globe found that Malaysiaâ€™s â€œsocial toleranceâ€ dropped drastically from 2019, coming in at 145th place with a measly 2.9 score. This is almost half of 2018â€™s 5.3 score where we came in at the 99th spot.
According to Malay Mail, Malaysia had never reached a rank below 100th place in â€œsocial toleranceâ€ between 2015 to 2018.
An example of intolerance spotted online.(Screenshot from Twitter)
In fact, when comparing a 10-year rank change, Malaysia dropped 8 spots from 2009.
According to the index, there are three factors that account for social tolerance:
Perceived tolerance of ethnic minoritiesPerceived tolerance of LGBT individualsPerceived tolerance of immigrants

For all three indicators above, Malaysiaâ€™s 2019 ranking dropped compared to 2018.

First things first, what is tolerance?
According to the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), tolerance is respect, acceptance and appreciation of the rich diversity of our worldâ€™s cultures, our forms of expression and ways of being human. It is harmony in difference.

Credit: Bernama via Malay Mail

Meanwhile, intolerance is rooted in ignorance and fear. Mostly itâ€™s fear of the unknown and of the other, be it from other cultures, nations or religions. However, it is most dangerous if exploited to fulfill the political and territorial ambitions of an individual or groups.
Why does tolerance matter?
According to Legatum Institute, this Prosperity Index is a tool to identify what specific action a society needs to be taken to reach global prosperity aka a rich country.
Part of the journey to reach this prosperity includes a healthy social tolerance.

In October 2019, the government launched Shared Prosperity Vision 2030 to provide a decent living standard to all Malaysians â€• regardless of their ethnicity, social class and location by the year 2030.
(Credit: Ahmad Zamzahuri/Malay Mail)

In fact, a 2008 research on the global tolerance index found that more tolerant countries tend to attract more net migrants, have a greater concentration of talented workers, higher levels of economic development, and are more competitive.

Credit: OECD (2008), Growing Unequal? Income Distribution and Poverty in OECD Countries

The finding is also supported by a 2010 study by the Research Institute of Industrial Economics that suggests inclusion of people irrespective of race makes good use of productive capacity.
 The idea is that a society which allows everyone to contribute to the generation of new knowledge, be it as employees, employers or entrepreneurs, can grow at a faster pace than a society in which the new knowledge of certain groups of people is not listened to.Is Tolerance Good or Bad for Growth?, Research Institute of Industrial Economics.
For Malaysia to reach its peak prosperity, itâ€™s clear that steps need to be taken to address this decline in social tolerance.
Hereâ€™s where UNESCO steps in with an outline of 5 ways to combat intolerance.
1. Law
Where the Government is responsible for enforcing human rights laws, for banning and punishing hate crimes and discrimination against minorities.
2. Education
As mentioned earlier intolerance stems from ignorance and fear, which is learned at an early age. Therefore, greater efforts need to be made to teach children about tolerance, human rights, and other ways of life.
They should be encouraged to be open-minded and curious, both at home and in school.

Credit: @Danish_Harraz/Twitter

3. Access to Information
Hatemongers often identify the publicâ€™s tolerance threshold and then develop misleading arguments and manipulate public opinion with misinformation and prejudice.
To counter this effectively, strong policies that promote press freedom and press pluralism must be in place to in order to allow the population to differentiate between facts and opinions.

Credit: CK Tan/Nikkei Asian Review

4. Individual Awareness
In a society, intolerance is the collective attitude of every single person combined. To fight this, individuals should be aware of the connection between their behaviour and the vicious cycle of mistrust and violence in a society.
You can begin by asking yourselves these questions:
â€œAm I a tolerant person?â€
â€œDo I stereotype people?â€
â€œDo I reject those who are different from me?â€
â€œDo I blame my problems on â€˜themâ€™?â€
5. Local Solutions
Everyone has a role to play in combating intolerance. Besides institutional procedures, individuals can play a role as well.
For example, banding together to confront a problem, demonstrate solidarity with victims of intolerance and discredit hateful propaganda.

Credit: Colin Nicholas/Malaysiakini

All hope is not lost yet, Malaysians just have to remember that we are not each otherâ€™s enemies. As the proverb goes, â€œTogether we stand, divided we fall.â€
If you need a little inspiration for a tolerant Malaysian society, check out our article on Malaysians sharing heartwarming pictures of their multi-ethnic friends HERE.

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“Tiny” Signboard On SUKE Removed Following A Viral TikTok Video Complaint

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The tiny exit signboard near the Hulu Langat and Ampang intersection on the newly opened Sungai Besi-Ulu Kelang Elevated Expressway (SUKE) had been removed following a viral video of a motorcyclist complaining about the punitive size of the signage.

According to Malay Mail, the signage, which was described as only as big as an A3 paper, has been taken down by the expressway operator.
“Our corporate communications team has taken note of the incident. We have already sent a team to inspect the area.
“From the latest info we’ve gathered, our patrol team has removed the signboard.
“Most probably it (the signboard) will be modified or replaced with a new one,” the company’s spokesperson was quoted as saying by the news portal.
SUKE is a three-lane, dual-carriageway which runs from Sri Petaling to Ulu Kelang and also features 14 interchanges, reaching out to over 60 residential areas and is connected to major highways and roads in KL.
On Monday, a Tiktok user @bob_yp, posted a video showing how small the signboard that was erected at the intersection of Hulu Langat and Ampang on SUKE.
The video had since garnered over 800k views from netizens who agreed that the size of the signage was too small.
READ MORE: [Watch] A3-Sized Signboard On SUKE Highway Angers Motorist Travelling At Night
The first phase of the expressway – a 16.6km long stretch from the Cheras-Kajang Interchange to Bukit Antarabangsa, was opened to the public last Friday.
The first accident on the expressway was recorded on Sunday – as a motorcyclist crashed behind a car which was parked in the emergency lane as the driver wanted to enjoy the view.
READ MORE: First Crash On New SUKE Highway Because Someone Stopped To Admire The View

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Oldest Malay Press Use ‘N-Word’ In Headline, Netizens Riled Up

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“This is racist,” was the thought that came to mind when Malaysians came across the title of a recent article published by the nation’s oldest Bahasa Malaysia newspaper, Utusan Malaysia.

Authored by Thaqib Shaker, the story titled “Bukan semua Negro jahat” which translates to mean “Not all Negroes are bad”, was published on 24 November and speaks about an interview the author had with a Malaysian who’s travelling on the African continent for work.
“Perhaps readers are wondering, how is life in Africa? How’s their culture and way of thinking? To get a clearer picture, I interviewed one of our citizens who is travelling in Uganda on business, Nora Afzam Abdul Wahab.” wrote the author after describing how apparently the majority of Malaysians tend to have a negative perception towards Africans in general.
But, most of our citizens see the continent from a negative point of view based on their assessments of a handful of Africans in this country who are involved in various organized crimes such as Love Scam, drugs and so on. An assessment like this is certainly unacceptable as there are 54 countries in Africa and those who commit crimes here mostly come from certain countries. They do not represent the whole of Africa at all.via Utusan Malaysia
The story continued with 37-year-old Nora Afzam sharing her personal experiences while working as a business development advisor for an international oil and gas company there.
She describes how nervous she used to feel when Malaysians she knew would tell her not to trust anyone there – before she journeyed to Africa.
Don’t trust Negroes. The words made me feel anxious. But because of my duties, I remained determined.Nora Afzam Abdul Wahab via Utusan Malaysia
The article went on to note Nora Afzam’s positive experiences in the region, the friends she made along the way and how people here in Malaysia was wrong about life in Africa.
This is one of the big misunderstandings in my view. Maybe the media often show pictures of shirtless black children, with bloated bellies crying while holding out empty bowls begging for food.Nora Afzam Abdul Wahab via Utusan Malaysia
Netizens on social media, however, appeared less than comfortable with the publication’s use of the ‘N-word’.
“How was this even approved to be published?” one commenter asked.
How was this even approved to be published?🤦♂ https://t.co/2mz4dqlUib— faridizani (@faridizani) November 24, 2021
While another writes “In defence of this article, the author wants to repel the negative perception of Malaysians towards Africans, especially black people. Unfortunately, he uses the N-word, because, in reality, most Malays are still racist towards them regardless and still use the N-word liberally.”
In defence of this article, penulis nak tangkis tanggapan negatif orang Malaysia terhadap Africans, especially black people. Sayang, dia guna the N word, because in reality, Melayu kebanyakan are still racist towards them regardless and still use the N word liberally. https://t.co/SWzZ9CLqSN— Hanif Yazid (@HanifOmarYazid) November 24, 2021
Since we’re obviously no experts, we’ll let these excerpts from Wikipedia do the explaining.
In summary, the word ‘negro‘ is a term historically used to denote a person of Black African heritage.
The word negro means “black” in Spanish and Portuguese, and can be used either offensively or inoffensively depending on who you are and where you’re from.
The word “nigger” is also commonly used as a racial slur towards black people, particularly African Americans.

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This MP Served As A Minister Under FIVE Consecutive Prime Ministers, But Who Is Saifuddin Abdullah?

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The new Cabinet under Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob was announced last week (27 August).

READ MORE: New Cabinet Announced: Most Ministers Return, With Some Reshuffling
While most Ministers are returning, there is one that stands out with a record as the only Member of Parliament (MP) to have served in the Cabinet of Ministers under FIVE different Prime Ministers consecutively.
The MP is Datuk Saifuddin Abdullah, who now serves a second term as the Minister of Foreign Affairs.
But who is this person that is now again responsible for Malaysia’s foreign relations with other countries?
In the beginning
Born on 27 January 1961, Saifuddin hails from Temerloh near Mentakab, Pahang.
For the first 17 years of his life, he grew up in a kampong with no electricity and no piped water. They used kerosene lamps instead and showered using the river water.
His parents were teachers; his dad an Islamic teacher (Ustaz) and his mum a school teacher. He described his childhood being “reasonably strict” but got a lot more freedom in secondary school when he went off to boarding school at Malay College of Kuala Kangsar.
With young Muslims in Sabah, when Saifuddin was a final-year student in Universiti Malaya and a student activist (1984)(Credit: Thenutgraph)
Saifuddin was a youth activist in high school and during those days known as the ‘revival of Islam’ era, he started to read books about idealism and the ideas of wanting to do something good.
In 1984, Saifuddin received a BA (Hons) from the University of Malaya followed by a Diploma in Translation from Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka in 1985.
Ten years later in 1995, Saiffudin did an Executive Course at Harvard Business School.
Prior to taking on Ministerial roles, Saiffuddin had been the secretary-General of the Malaysian Youth Council.
He was also a Member of the United Nations Secretary General’s High-Level Panel on Youth Employment, a Consultant of the Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP), and Joint-Secretary of Bosnia Action Front.
Political journey as a Minister under 5 Prime Ministers
Under Prime Minister at the time Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi (2008 – 2009): Deputy Minister of Entrepreneurship & Cooperatives
Under Prime Minister at the time Datuk Seri Najib Razak (2009 – 2013): Deputy Minister Of Higher Education, Considered one of the more moderate and liberal-progressive politicians in Najib’s administration
Under Prime Minister at the time Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad (2018-2020): Minster of Foreign Affairs
Under Prime Minister at the time Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin (2020 – 2021): Minister of Communications and Multimedia
Under Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob (2021 – present): Minister of Foreign Affairs
Considered a moderate and progressive politician
(Credit: Choo Choy May / Malay Mail)
During Saifuddin’s ministerial tenure under Najib’s administration, he was considered one of the more moderate and liberal-progressive politicians.
In 2011, he criticised his own government’s handling of the Bersih 2.0 rally and in 2013, he also stood up for the student who was humiliated by a government-linked panellist at a student forum.
In 2015, Saifuddin quit the United Malays National Organisation (UMNO) and joined the People’s Justice Party (PKR) over disagreements with the government’s handling of the 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) scandal.
Five years later in 2020, he quit PKR amid the political crisis dubbed the “Sheraton Move” and along with 9 other MP’s formed an independent parliamentary block.
READ MORE: End Of Pakatan Harapan? A TLDR Recap Of The Weekend’s Political Happenings
Saifuddin has also published eight books, one of the later ones being New Politics 2.0: Multiracial and Moderate Malaysian Democracy (2017).
Moderation is an age-old philosophy but needs contemporary articulation.Datuk Saifuddin Abdullah via the Malay Mail
Life, or something like it
Saifuddin Abdullah (L) and his wife Datin Norlin Shamsul Bahri (R)(Credit: Inti University)
Saifuddin is married to Datin Norlin Shamsul Bahri and they have a daughter, Nur Madihah.
He is also the founder of Malaysia’s Women National Basketball League and Co-founder of the Malaysian Universities’ Royal Debate.
In April 2021, Saifuddin tested positive for Covid-19 and was admitted to the hospital. He fully recovered and was discharged after 16 days of treatment.

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Dewan Rakyat Accepts Motion From Dr M To Have No Confidence Vote

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The Dewan Rakyat may have accepted the motion to put a vote of no confidence against Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin on the agenda during an upcoming parliamentary sitting.
Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Mohamad Ariff Md Yusof said in a letter that former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad who is also the Member of Parliament (MP) for Langkawi, has raised the issue to be brought forward to the coming meeting.
However, he rejected another motion by the Langkawi MP to make a ruling that the Speaker remains until the Parliament is dissolved.
He also rejected the proposals made by Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Shafie Apdal and some made by Datuk Liew Vui Keong.
However, the letter is dated 9 May 2020.
The Dewan Rakyat Speaker previously issued a notice calling the first meeting of the third term, the 14th Parliament to take place on 18 May.

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Covid-19: 10 Malaysian Deaths In New York [UPDATED]

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[UPDATE] Malaysia’s Foreign Affairs Ministry has responded that Consulate General of Malaysia’s Office in New York has not received any official reports from any government agency involved, in relation to Malaysians who were infected or died as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic in the United States. Official procedure dictates that any death involving foreign nationals will be formally notified by the United States government to the Foreign Office.

As the novel coronavirus continues to spike in the United States, the Malaysia Association of America (MAA) confirms that 10 Malaysians living in New York have died from Covid-19.
Speaking to The Star, the association’s president Kim Bong said that he was aware that at least 30 Malaysians in New York are infected with the virus.
Among the Malaysian Covid-19 deaths are two MAA committee members, of whom one was a restaurant owner and the other was infected on the subway.
Kim also told the English daily that a Malaysian couple living in Brooklyn, NY also lost the battle to the coronavirus.
MAA co-chairman Jack Liaw describes the pandemic at the borough of Queens as “very bad.”
Covid-19 cases in New York.(Credit: Unsplash)
As the reality of the pandemic hit in March, the number of Covid-19 cases in New York skyrocketed, with the highest number of confirmed cases of any state in the United States.
A state of emergency was declared on 16th March, two weeks after the first reported Covid-19 case on 1st March.
Kim said the problem lies in people’s slow response to take precautionary measures, such as wearing face masks, at the beginning of the pandemic.
Man standing next to a public reminder to wear face masks at Grand Central Station in New York.(Credit: Unsplash)
Latest figures show 29,339 Covid-19 deaths in New York with 369,801 cases reported so far.

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No More Construction Work On Highways During Balik Kampung Exodus

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Hari Raya Aidilfitri is just around the corner and many Malaysians have already planned their journey to ‘balik kampung’.

In conjunction with that, the Malaysian Highway Authority has taken a few steps to reduce the effects of increased traffic during the Raya season.
Lembaga Lebuhraya Malaysia telah mengarahkan Syarikat Konsesi Lebuh Raya mengambil langkah-langkah berikut bagi bagi meminimakan kesan peningkatan trafik sewaktu musim perayaaan: pic.twitter.com/mHbsNzs0hG— KKR Malaysia (@MOWorks) April 19, 2023
One of the steps is to put a halt on the construction works that require highway lanes to be closed.
This was said yesterday by Minister of Works Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi after road users complained of heavy congestion at the KL-Karak Expressway due to road works.
According to Nanta, there will be no road works until 7 May.
Saya telah mengarahkan semua kerja-kerja penyelenggaraan jalan DIHENTIKAN SERTA MERTA. Arahan ini BERKUATKUASA bermula 18 April hingga 7 Mei 2023 bagi memastikan kelancaran lebuhraya di musim perayaan ini. https://t.co/j4GuZ8vciH— Alexander Nanta Linggi (@AlexNantaLinggi) April 18, 2023
Along with that there was also a decision to make sure electronic signs (VMS) provide traffic information.
Road users are also advised to check their Touch ‘n Go’ or e-Wallet balance before starting their journey.
Other than that, the ministry also decided to place officers at the toll booths to assist travelers and to ensure that all toll services run smoothly during this festive period.
According to Buletin TV3, Nanta said that he welcomed the Unity Government’s decision in providing the people with free toll for 4 days starting today until Friday 21 April, and on Monday, 24 April.
READ MORE: [Updated] Anwar Announces Extra Public Holiday And 4 Days Of Free Tolls For Raya
Besides that, road users can check the Travel Time Recommendations (TTA) for the North-South Expressway, KL-Karak Expressway, Phase 1 East Coast Expressway and Phase 2 East Coast Expressway.
Have a safe journey and enjoy the Raya holidays!

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Viral photo of an Indonesian Muslim woman shaking hands with Pope Francis gives the internet hope

In a world where tolerance, respect and common sense seem to be disappearing, something magical happened on social media this week.
A picture of an Indonesian Muslim woman shaking hands with Pope Francis, head of the Catholic Church, has gone viral.

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The image caught attention after Instagram user Fadjroel Rachman (@fadjroelrachman) shared it on his account on Sunday, captioned with a quote from Dewi Praswida, the woman in the image.

â€œMy hijab and your robe are not barriers for us to be brothers and sisters.â€
Dewi Praswida via @fadjroelrachman/Instagram

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 ☝🏻"Jilbabku dan jubahmu bukanlah sekat untuk tidak bersaudara" – Dewi Praswida, Penerima Beasiswa Nostra Aetate. Foto ini mendadak viral. Perjumpaan sederhana yang tak biasa. Sebab tak seperti foto antar umat Katolik dan pemimpinnya, foto ini jadi terlihat istimewa. Foto seorang muslimah dari negeri dengan mayoritas berpenduduk muslim dan pemimpin milyaran umat Katolik dunia. Penegasan Dewi soal identitasnya adalah wujud penegasan akan harmoni kehidupan antar umat beragama meski secara iman berbeda. Dewi yang merupakan aktivis Gusdurian dari Jawa Tengah membawa wajah rahmat semesta alam pada Bapa Suci dan begitu sebaliknya ia mendapatkan senyum kasih untuk uluran tangan persaudaraannya. Betapa indah ..💝💝💝
A post shared by  Fadjroel Rachman (@fadjroelrachman) on Jun 28, 2019 at 7:26pm PDT

The powerful image depicts the young woman firmly clasping hands with the pope as he smiles at her. To date, it has almost 12,000 likes.
According to The Jakarta Post, Dewi was visiting the Vatican to take part in an interfaith dialog fellowship. She soon got the opportunity to shake hands with Pope Francis in St. Peterâ€™s Square on June 26 and extended her hand while introducing herself as a Muslim from Indonesia.

Picture Credit: Dailytrust.com

She also told Kompas.com that she was the only person at that time to shake hands with the Pope and introduce herself.

â€œI was the only one who shook hands with him at that moment. I introduced myself to the Pope and asked him to pray for me and world peace.â€
Dewi Praswida via Kompas.com
Dewi also shared the image on her Facebook account, playfully asking for the Popeâ€™s skincare routine as she found his hands super soft.

Many people on the internet shared in her joy for the significant moment, calling for unity:

Translation: Dewi Praswida has shown the true face of Indonesian Muslims to the world. Proud of you

Translation: Praise to God! What a beautiful kinship

Translation: It’s true that all of His creations are created for good with love and kinship to raise the world together.
Only bad people limit relationship between communities.

Translation: It is possible for mankind to appreciate each other and can live together in peace and harmony.
The world truly needs more people like this ❤

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Jho Low’s Super Yacht, Formerly Known As Equanimity, Is For Sale Under New Name

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The infamous superyacht linked to the 1 Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) scandal, formerly known as Equanimity, appears to be listed for sale on the British publication Boat International website.

Now known as Tranquility, the sale price of the superyacht appears unlisted though it was sold to casino operator Genting Malaysia Bhd for RM520.8 million in April 2019 – half its original purchase price.
The 91.5-metre yacht had been in the centre of the 1MDB scandal, allegedly bought using stolen funds by fugitive businessman Low Taek Jho (aka Jho Low) who was known for his lavish lifestyle and partying with Hollywood stars.
Jho Low seen partying with American celebrity Paris Hilton in this undated photo.(Credit: South China Morning Post)
According to US court documents, 1MDB officials allegedly diverted more than US$850 million (RM 3.6 billion) to private entities incorporated in the Seychelles and British Virgin Islands. The funds were used to purchase Tranquility (then known as Equanimity) at RM1.03 billion for “Low’s personal benefit”, as well as a private jet, Picasso paintings, jewellery and real estate.
The luxury yacht built in 2014 was a mirror of Jho Low’s indulgent lifestyle as it comes equipped with dazzling amenities such as a helipad, Turkish Bath, on deck jacuzzi, sauna, swimming pool, cinema, beauty salon, and 22 luxurious rooms.

Following the request of the US Department of Justice which was investigating money laundering involving 1MDB, Indonesian authorities seized the yacht in Bali in February 2018. It was later returned to Malaysia which put the yacht up for auction.
Following its sale to Genting via a private deal, an incensed Jho Low released a statement via his publicist criticizing the government for accepting the “bargain-basement sale price”.
Genting then put the yacht up for charter and it was even rented by Kylie Jenner for her 22nd birthday bash in August 2019.
         View this post on Instagram           🛥♥ A post shared by  Kylie 🤍 (@kyliejenner) on Aug 12, 2019 at 12:03pm PDT
However, it seems that the yacht didn’t attract that much star power as it was put back up on sale in October 2019 with a price tag of US$ 200 million (RM840 million).
Tranquility sails under the flag of the Cayman Islands and is currently docked at Singapore.

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Jho Low’s superyacht Equanimity of 1MDB notoriety is available for charter as Tranquility, at US$1.25 million a week
Equanimity most expensive yacht to be auctioned
Superyacht linked to Jho Low and 1MDB scandal for sale again, for an extra $74m
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[Watch] Terengganu Flood Victim Hangs On To Coconut Tree For Dear Life Before Rescue

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A man was rescued in Kuala Berang, Terengganu after he was found clutching a coconut tree for safety in neck-deep floodwaters.

Luckily, rescuers had spotted him in the rushing, murky waters before helping him up onto their boat.
The drama was recorded and shared on social media by TikTok user @megatmey, who was one of the rescue crews.
  @megatmey #banjirkualaberang ♬ original sound  – MegatMey
Unselfish Concern
Despite barely out of danger, the man asked the rescue crews to check out another area.
Accordingly, there were others who were also clinging to trees to save themselves.
Netizens praised him for being considerate and thinking of others before himself.
READ MORE: [Watch] YB Leaves Behind Flood Victims In Terengganu, Sparking Accusations Of Being Selfish

The number of flood victims in Terengganu has increased to 17,742.
At least 4 people were confirmed dead since the flooding started several days ago.
As of 8 am on Tuesday, a total of 141 temporary evacuation centres (PPS) are open in eight districts to accommodate 4,557 families.
Socmed Platforms Turning Into A Powerful Lifeline
Meanwhile, social media is helping victims with crowdsourced docs and short videos
Platforms such as Twitter and Facebook have become sources of information for people seeking help as good samaritans offer their own aid.
READ MORE: The People’s Champion Is Back: East Coast Flood Victims Look To Abang Viva For Help
Update from my friend 😭 #DaruratBanjir #BanjirTerengganu #banjirpantaitimur pic.twitter.com/IwLrckUnJ1— Leena Johan (@LeenaJohan) February 27, 2022
Sincerely, thank you everyone 🙏🏽🙏🏽#banjir2022 #BanjirTerengganu #BanjirPantaiTimur #daruratbanjir pic.twitter.com/4RCeClbLla— Juliana Natasha (@Ju_Natasha) February 28, 2022

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The Bangi-based Troubadour Addresses Racism Innate In Language Through Latest Single

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If you ask me to name a local singer-songwriter who is also a rebel with a cause, I can only name one: Azmyl Yunor. His songs often reflect the sentiment of the people.

In his latest album John Bangi Blues, Azmyl addressed corrupt politicians in Penghasut Blues, illegal sand mining in Lori Hantu, toxic capitalism in I Don’t Wanna Buy Anything, and the power of music to carry a message in Kapuk.
The Song

Come Malaysia Day, 16 September, Azmyl will release the music for a song that addresses racism: Orang Kita.
As an ethnic Malay, you’ll probably be familiar with the phrase ‘orang kita’ being bandied around, obviously referring to fellow Malays within conversations between Malays. For sure different ethnic groups also have their own phrases to describe themselves but I thought ‘orang kita’ is an interesting phrase to repurpose and make it more inclusive since ‘kita’ means ‘us’.Identity is always fluid but it is also a powerful currency wielded by those in power for their own benefits to sway the masses.Azmyl Yunor
The song is Azmyl’s resistance to the connotation of division that the common idiom brings with it.
The Video

The Orang Kita music video is directed by aspiring writer and director Alina Wong. It was shot at different stages in early August last year.
I was inspired by the odd state of arts in Malaysia, where art is encouraged, but the artists themselves are held back by written or unspoken rules. I just love the idea of contradiction, chaos and everything that doesn’t make sense, so the story just spiralled from that basisAlina Wong
Here’s a teaser for the upcoming video:

The Album

John Bangi Blues was recorded live in the studio in three hours in November 2019 with Ammar Khairi (The Maharajah Commission) on drums and Kristopher Chong (Salammusik) on bass and produced by Ariff Akhir.
True to his rebellious nature, Azmyl’s latest album is not available on any music streaming service. You can instead find it on Bandcamp, YouTube, Or buy the CD directly from the man himself.

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[Watch] Dogs Wait 486 Days For Owner, Reunite After Border Reopens

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It’s never easy to bid farewell to our pooches, and they feel the same way too.

For the past 486 days, two loyal pets named Simba and Naala have been patiently waiting for the return of its owner, TikTok user @Paandichelsea.
@Paandichelsea had been away in Singapore for work and was unable to return as the border was closed due to Covid-19.
Having been away from the family, the first thing that he did when the border reopened was to return home.
His family express great joy at his return, and so was the pet dogs.
  @paandichelsea Finally after 486 days….. I meet my babies Simba and Nala🥰😭☹#goldenretriever #lehlusimbanala #singaporelockdownparithapangal #doglover #simba #Nala ♬ original sound  – 🔵Paandi Chelsea🔵
His golden retrievers make a really big deal of him returning home; they jumped on him, and whizz around the house in glee.
A Friendship As Old As Time
Netizens were touched at the the amazing love that the golden retrievers and @Paandichelsea share with each other.
They were moved by the infinite loyalty and unbreakable bond between the dogs and their owner.
The dogs’ unconditional love for their owner left some cat owners wondering if their pets would react the same way.

How Long Do Dogs Wait For Their Owners?
None of us want our dogs to be miserable, yet we can’t be with them all the time.
But can dogs tell the difference between minutes, hours and days?
A study, which compiled fMRI data on different dogs, found that canines have some grasp of time.
According to the research, pooches greeted their owners with more gusto after two hours than 30 minutes.
However, when researchers measured the dogs after four hours, they found no difference.
While the science may be far from conclusive, dogs have certainly proven to be faithful and friendly to human beings.
The emotional story of Hachiko is perhaps the most famous story of the love a dog has for his master.
unwavering loyalty to his deceased owner.Hollywood made a Movie about Hachikō back in 2009 & while it's a Good Film Hollywood Whitewashed it for a Western AudienceIf you want to watch an Authentic Version of the Story I recommend the 1987 Original Hachiko Monogatari. 🇯🇵 (5/5) pic.twitter.com/xJQUxh03uG— 🇯🇵 Colonel Otaku Gatekeeper 🇯🇵 (@politicalawake) April 2, 2022

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Covid Scares In Multiple Klang Valley Malls Cause Concern [UPDATED]

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[Update: This article was updated to include Sunway Nexis.]

In recent days, multiple malls in the Klang Valley have put up announcements for Covid-19 alerts, for shoppers or staff who have tested positive and visited the malls.
This includes prominent malls such as:
Date – Location – details – (additional if anyone confirm negative)
26/9: Sunway Pyramid, with one staff at its flagship Nike outlet confirmed with Covid-19;24/9: The LINC KL, where a parent of a child at Trinity Kids tested Covid-19 positive. However, all of the staff have tested negative though they are still awaiting the results of the child and the other parent;27/9: KL Gateway Mall, which had an individual (who has since tested negative) in close contact with a Covid-19 patient who returned from Sabah;27/9: Suria KLCC, which was visited by a Covid-19 positive gym member to make use of its Babel Fit branch;27/9: NU Sentral which had one management staff test positive for Covid-19;29/9: 3 Two Square, PJ, which had one staff test positive for Covid-19;30/9: Sunway Nexis, Kota Damansara, which saw one tenant of Biz Suites test Covid-19 positive after a recent travel history to Sabah.
It is even more worrisome as all these malls announced the Covid-19 cases within days of each other, sparking fears of new clusters that could spread quickly within the Klang Valley.
After all, as we have learnt from experience, all it takes is just one superspreader to cause an outbreak.
However, all malls affected have performed strict disinfection measures in compliance with directives from the Ministry of Health.
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Residents are urged to maintain constant vigilance in following SOPs such as wearing face masks and using hand-sanitizer, and to avoid going out unless absolutely necessary.
If at all necessary to visit a shopping mall, you should first check for announcements if there has been recent visits from Covid-19 positive cases.

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MPs Question PENJANA Roll Out, PM Says A Quick Fix Was Needed

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Members of Parliment (MPs) questioned the decision of the Malaysian government to roll out the Pelan Jana Semula Ekonomi Negara (PENJANA) economic stimulus package without debating the initiative in Parliament.
Prime Minister, Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin explained that it was for Malaysians who needed an immediate fix as the country was reeling from the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic.
The question was put forward by Opposition Leader Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim (PKR-Pakatan Harapan) who added that considering the amount and impact of PENJANA, it should be debated in Parliament.
Meanwhile, Datuk Seri Shafie Apdal (Warisan-Semporna), who also questioned the move, said that the Sabah State Assembly was able to convene for 3 days and said that a discussion was needed to remove doubts from the people.

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Cyberbullying Stems From Insecurity & Should Be Treated With Kindness, Says TikTok

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Despite the phrase, “budi bahasa budaya kita” which roughly translates to “manners is our culture”, Malaysians are recognised as some of the meanest people on the internet.

In 2020, our online community placed 2nd in Asia for cyberbullying and online harassment. Most incidences of online harassment involve people posting up hateful and derogatory comments on social media.
According to the Women’s Centre for Change (WCC) cyber-violence often happens in private and most cases often go unreported.
Online harassment victims may suffer alienation, discrimination, exclusion, embarrassment or even threats that can affect their lives and mental state, and in the worst of cases, commit suicide as a result.
Malaysian policymakers have also considered enacting specific anti-cyberbullying laws in order to curb such obscene behaviours from continuing unpunished in our society.
Read More: Malaysia Might Make Cyberbullying Illegal Soon, But Are We Ready?
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In an effort to understand why people are being hurtful to others on the internet and bringing awareness about online safety, TikTok, one of the worlds most popular social media platforms, brings together a panel of experts to discuss how Malaysians can #CreateKindness online and try to turn those internet meanies into goodies.
So why are Malaysians mean online?
According to Henry Teh from the Malaysian Humanitarian Foundation (MHF), online harassment is more prevalent in youths compared to adults and stems from the need for individuals to have instant gratification.
Online ‘trolls’, as they’re often called, are observed to be influenced by their exposure to content from traditional media over the years, such as watching those witty and sarcastic sitcoms and movies.
This trolling behaviour is then channelled and amplified by exposure to other modern media platforms like social media to the detriment of others.
“Indirectly and directly, it affects how we think, who we are, our status and how our influences are positively or negatively, and how we absorb information and our priorities,” he said, explaining concerns of cyberbullying being a cause for low self-esteem issues and suicides in our society.
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Henry also explained that Malaysia’s fact-paced environment where people have no time to stop and smell the roses, as well as the socioeconomic circumstances that some people face to be reasons why they lash out online.
To them, they may think that they are showing their strength and individuality, but in actuality, they may be showing the wrong side of themselves to the world.Malaysian Humanitarian Foundation (MHF) Executive Director Henry Teh
Meanwhile, Psychiatrist Dr Stephen Jambunathan from The Mind Faculty said that we have seen a steep increase in cases of anxiety, depression as well as suicides in Malaysia with the advent of social media as well as the recent Covid-19 crisis.
He believes that the internet’s anonymity and its lack of interpersonal filters force people to just let their emotions out online.
Sometimes the recipients might not be the actual targets, but it’s just because somebody wants to vent.The Mind Faculty Phsyciatrist Dr Stephen Jambunathan
The doctor explained that people’s representation of their own self-worth has become more and more tied to the media and what others do or say.
He said that we as a society must learn to both adapt and counter the problem by showing empathy and “understand that it may not be directed to us, and understand the state of mind of that person and what they are going through”.
So how do we deal with cyberbullies?
Though it’s hard to ignore hurtful and trolling comments pointed in our direction, it is better for us to react in a manner that gives ourselves peace of mind, so says local TikTok influencer Ceddy Ang on his experiences with dealing with online harassment.
As a content creator, Ceddy describes his familiarity with being someones’ punching bag and the target of mean comments.
“I’m okay when people love to make jokes or they want to digress, that’s fine. But sometimes people go straight for your insecurities,” said the celebrity, revealing that he regularly goes to therapy in order to overcome and live with the issues he’s facing.
He also pointed out the advanced safety and censoring features available on TikTok that helps protect creators like himself from nasty people on the internet.
Ceddy advocates for Malaysians to not be afraid to seek others for help when confronted with cyberbullies and try and respond to negative comments thrown your way with kindness and understanding whenever you can, and ignore unconstructed criticism.
One of my focuses is to help normalise conversations about mental health in the Malaysian digital space, to help inspire people to be kinder to themselves and those around them. I’ve received messages from fans who have said that my content has moved them to take better care of their own emotional wellbeing, and that makes everything I do worthwhile. When in doubt, be kind!TikTok influencer Ceddy Ang
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The same note was shared by Henry who believes that people mature through kindness and it takes effort to understand where other people are coming from. Only through understanding each other can we stop online harassment from continuing in our society.
Kindness is like sports, we need to practice it and train for it like a marathon. The more we think of how to make it better, the better we become.Malaysian Humanitarian Foundation (MHF) Executive Director Henry Teh
While Dr Stephen says that hate is a word that shouldn’t be in the English dictionary and that kindness starts from the home and a persons upbringing.
He said that parents play a crucial role in influencing an individuals behaviour and that everyone should simply endeavour to be nice.
Kindness above all starts with yourself, it starts from home because what is initially indoctrinated and inculcated from young will help us be more compassionate, more discerning and more resilient in dealing with the unnecessary comments we often see on social media today.The Mind Faculty Phsyciatrist Dr Stephen Jambunathan
CreateKindness: Putting the “Kind” in Humankind
Follow TikTok in their global effort to promote positive vibes with the #CreateKindness campaign and join your favourite creators to combat bullying and harassment and encouragecybercitizens to behave responsibly online.
Search for the #CreateKindness hashtag on TikTok to view inspiring content made by creators from around the world or add your own dose of kindness to the mix.
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Love or Money? Woman Chooses Love, Gives Half Her Salary to Boyfriend

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A woman’s TikTok video has gone viral after she shared that she is willing to allocate almost half of her salary to her boyfriend for fear of abandonment.

The woman uploaded a list of her monthly spending commitments in the video.
She allocates RM900 a month to her boyfriend, almost half her monthly salary of RM2,000.
Her salary is spent paying for car instalment (RM500), house rent (RM200), personal loan for her boyfriend (RM400) and pocket money for her mother RM50.
  @ciklemakmanis Hidup skrg semua kerass #cintasejati #bilanakkahwin ♬ suara asli – semangat yuk
Netizens React To Woman’s Sacrifice For Boyfriend
The video has sparked a debate on the power of love and how it can make one blind to good and bad things.
While it is common for individuals to do anything for their partner during the happy phase of a relationship, it is important to prioritize one’s own needs and well-being.
Some netizens praised the woman’s dedication to her relationship.

However, most criticized her for overvaluing her lover to the extent that she was willing to set aside priority for her mother.
They advised the woman to find another partner who is reliable and not to trouble herself just because she is afraid of being abandoned.
It’s important to remember that a healthy relationship involves open and honest communication, including finances.
It’s also vital for both partners to contribute to the relationship in their own way, whether it’s through financial support or other means.
Ive always tell my daughter not to declare your exact financial status to your bf/husband. The husband has to earn the hard way and not to dependson his wife.— Mohd Irwan (@wanfanskilled) July 8, 2023

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142 Klang & Petaling Areas Face Another Water Cut Due To Broken Pipe

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142 areas in Klang and Petaling will face unscheduled water cuts due to a water pipe which broke earlier this afternoon, 25 January.

Construction work was being done on Federal Highway when the water pipe was damaged, says Air Selangor.
Air Selangor has immediately begun repair work on the pipe, and expects the repair to be completed by 3am 27 January. Water services will resume in stages after that.
Water tanks will be mobilised in key areas so that residents will still have water to use.
Air Selangor ingin memaklumkan bahawa telah berlaku kejadian paip pecah di Seksyen 15, Shah Alam berpunca daripada kerja-kerja pembangunan jalan berdekatan Lebuhraya Persekutuan oleh pihak ketiga pada 25 Januari 2022. #AirSelangor #HentiTugas #2201ShahAlam pic.twitter.com/SQracKSHQo— Air Selangor (@air_selangor) January 26, 2022

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17YO Boy Arrested For Punching Futsal Opponent With Bicycle Chain

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A teenage boy has been arrested by the police after injuring another individual with a bike chain fashioned into a weapon during a fight in Tasik Tambahan, Ampang.

Ampang Jaya OCPD Assistant Commissioner Mohamad Farouk Eshak said the incident occurred at a futsal court around 5pm on Wednesday, 10 August.
According to the police statement, a group of friends were playing futsal with a team of friends from another school.
For illustration purposes. Image: Majlis Belia Malaysia/Facebook
One of the complainants claimed that one of the members of his team tackled someone from the opposing team during the match and a verbal argument ensued.
The suspect from the opposing team then punched the complainant’s ribs and elbow.  The complainant added that the suspect tried to punch his younger brother but he managed to pull his brother away.
Police confiscated a bicycle chain that was fashioned into a knuckle-duster by the 17-year-old suspect. The police said the teen suspect is still schooling and has no prior records.
The case is being investigated under Section 324 of the Penal Code for voluntarily causing hurt using a weapon.
If convicted, the suspect faces a maximum 10-year jail sentence, a fine or caning, or both.
According to The Star, ACP Farouk reminded members of the public not to take matters into their own hands.

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