This Is How You Know If The Face Mask You Just Bought Is Fake

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Throughout the Movement  Control Order (MCO) period, the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (KPDNHEP) have been conducting checks on the prices and genuinity of facemasks sold which revealed a worrying pattern of counterfeit masks being sold as genuine face masks.
In a recent raid at a Puchong shop this week, the police revealed that the modus operandi was to purchase generic facemasks from China and re-package them.
So how do you tell a fake facemask from the real?
The first thing you need to know is what a genuine surgical facemask is made of, which is three very important layers:
Outermost – waterproof, non-woven fabricMiddle – melt-blown filter made of plasticsInnermost – non-woven fabric that’s not waterproof
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Then, all you need is a lighter.
Method 1 – Burn, baby, burn
Pharmacist Zeff Tan told Channel News Asia that the filter material of a true three-ply mask is made out of plastics, such as polythene and polypropylene. So when it meets flame, it will melt instead of lighting up or producing sparks.
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A counterfeit or fake facemask often uses cheaper materials mixed with paper. So when it’s brought to flame, it catches fire and produces sparks.
Method 2 – Breath test
Instead of burning that facemask you spent your hard-earned money on, there’s another way to test its legitimacy with a lighter.
All you have to do is to wear the mask and try to blow out the flame in front of you. If the flame goes out, it’s fake.

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[Watch] Cute 12YO Weatherman In Sarawak Creates A Storm Across The Nation

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Breaking news! A tiny weather reporter from Sarawak left a viral storm on social media for his ‘A++’ effort in finishing his homework.

12-year-old Giovanny Pengiran, a Standard 6 student from the Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) Luagan primary school in Lawas was praised for his enthusiastic local weather broadcast made for his home-based learning and teaching (PdPR) assignment he did with the help of his parents.
Now this should go viral. The effort, the creativity and the commitment. He deserves A+.— Fion 🐥 (@fionjs) August 23, 2021
Masyaallah, this is so cool! And cute. Our future generation and leader of the nation. ❤— One-ni-ta. (Wanita means Woman) (@OneNyta) August 23, 2021
SO CUTE— Saaji (@cookiessaaji) August 22, 2021
In a video posted by his school teacher, 28-year-old Muhammad Nazmi, the amateur meteorologist was seen out with an umbrella in the pouring rain, pretending to be a correspondent for TV3.
“As you can see behind me, it doesn’t feel very windy today. This weather will stay the same for the rest of the day,” reported Giovanny as he tells the audience to be prepared for the cold and wet weather in the region.
Xda istilah halal tak halal ilmu.Rajin atau tak,suka atau tak masuk kelas,ilmu semua di bagi sama rata.Semua dapat.Sebab ni bkan kja sukarela, tp tanggungjawabWlu tak gah mcm time bersemuka dulu, tp tetap cuba bg yg terbaik.Terima kasih sebab masih setia dgn PDPR guru2 kamu ❤ pic.twitter.com/198VUCnRpm— Muhammad Nazmi (@chuckee_little) August 22, 2021
Speaking to TRP, Giovanny’s teacher Nazmi told of how the boy went the extra mile to accomplish a simple schoolwork.
The task is to write a weather report and read it out loud. This week I was supposed to assess their reading and pronunciation. But he took it a bit far and instead did it under the rain.Muhammad Nazmi
Living in rural Sarawak, the teacher revealed that students of SK Luagan can’t exactly take part in online PdPR classes and are instead given teaching materials delivered to them personally by their teachers.
For about 9 months now, students and teachers across the country have been forced to partake in PdPR as schools remain closed due to the Covid-19 crisis.
Experts have deduced that the current environment and prolonged time away from the classroom is widening the education gap between rural and urban kids.
The situation has also been noted to be causing immense amounts of stress for students, teachers and parents alike.
“My advice is to appreciate your students and their parents who are patiently being loyal to your PdPR.” said Nazmi sharing a piece of advice for his fellow educators.
Acknowledging how difficult things were at the moment, the teacher told his kin to keep their chin up and continue performing their jobs to the best of their abilities.
“The PdPR is not as good as face to face learning, but still, the kids are still sticking with you to study. So keep giving them our best.”Muhammad Nazmi
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Govt says needs more science graduates, graduates say no one is hiring us

The government keeps saying that there is a lack of science graduates in Malaysia.

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Last year Higher Education Department director-general Datin Paduka Dr Siti Hamisah Tapsir announced that Malaysia needs 500,000 scientists and engineers by 2020.
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Then, more recently, Harian Metro released a report which stated that the country needs more science graduates. The report was highlighted on Twitter by a molecular biology graduate who is currently working in a non-scientific industry.

I am an unemployed and unused molecular biologist.
Nobody wants to hire me. https://t.co/UFNhsecDdl
â€” Jimmy_bibliophile (@najmihesnen) June 15, 2019

Garnering over 13,000 retweets, @najmihesnenâ€™s tweet is a sad reminder of the reality for science graduates in Malaysia – we arenâ€™t able to get good paying jobs and we are left taking whatever positions are available in any industry to be able to financially support ourselves.
 @najmihesnen clearly isn’t the only one in this predicament. There are many qualified scientists in Malaysia but not enough positions for us.

We have thousands of graduated students in Science & Tech related major and almost all of them is unemployed/working in a totally different field sb industry wont hire them. And they have the gut to say we needs more Pakar Sains & Tech when yg skrg pun masih terkapai2 cri keja.
â€” Christino (@Christinope) June 16, 2019

Exactly! I am a biologist no one wanna hire me!
â€” Calvin Charles (@CalvinCharlesEd) June 15, 2019

Same here. I am an unemployed and unused marine biologist.
Damn hard to find that kind of job in malaysia
â€” Zaa (@zaa_fira) June 16, 2019

These headlines are very frustrating for local science grads who are unable to get a good job in the industry.

I have a cousin who have nuclear science degree from UKM. Hard to find job suitable to her qualification locally. Gave up and become housewife.
â€” Shahrul Yusof (@Sylarius) June 16, 2019

Perlukan lebih banyak saintis? Habis kami graduan sains yang grad bahagian research ni buat apa dibiar begitu sahaja? Lepas tu suruh kami kerja luar bidang buat apa? Lepas tu kata kami memilih kerja?
â€” Amirul Asyraf (@ami_raf) June 16, 2019

I just gonna put it here. I have gone to interviews but to no avail. At the end I just have to take the job available which is not my field because I need to sustain myself.
I am currently a Lantikan Simpanan for C41 and expiring next January.
And then. Repeat.
â€” Jimmy_bibliophile (@najmihesnen) June 16, 2019

After the overwhelming response he got, @najmijesnen decided to post a poll to find out whether or not the majority of science grads are actually having a tough time looking for work within the industry. At the time of writing, majority of those who took part in the poll (40% of 1,080 participants) voted that they are currently employed outside of the scientific industry.

Alang2 tu nak tanya, yang dalam bidang sains ni korang tengah buat apa sekarang? Curious jugak betul ke ramai yang tak dapat kerja dlm bidang.
â€” Jimmy_bibliophile (@najmihesnen) June 16, 2019

Are you a graduate of scientific studies? Where are you working now? Let us know in the comments!

Cc to Ministers: if you are wondering where all the brains which haven’t left country, we are here in call centers and retail centers. Drop by nearest 7E and you might find a marine biologist.
â€” Jimmy_bibliophile (@najmihesnen) June 16, 2019


Justin Bieber Is Coming To Malaysia, Tickets Start From RM288

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Beliebers are back in full force as Justin Bieber’s Justice World Tour has announced its show in Malaysia later this year.

Justin Bieber’s concert will only be hosted for a single day on 22 October 2022 at National Stadium, KL.
Justin Bieber is set to return to Malaysia as he brings his ‘Justice World Tour’ to Kuala Lumpur on October 22, 2022.The National Stadium holds the capacity of 87,000+. Tickets go on sale on March 31 at 11am. pic.twitter.com/NbUZZjvcMA— Justice Tour Updates (@JusticeTourNews) March 22, 2022
The Justice World Tour will include his top songs across his decade-long career, and his Beliebers will be able to relive that journey all the way from Baby to Ghost.
The set list will also feature favourites such as Sombody, Where Are U Now, Love Yourself, Boyfriend, and Confident.
Justin Bieber’s Justice World Tour official setlist! 💚 pic.twitter.com/qj4DANX41E— Justice Tour Updates (@JusticeTourNews) February 19, 2022
How to get tickets
Tickets for the show start at RM288 for the cheapest seat (Category 7) up to RM2,088 for the “Ghost” VIP Package.
The stage setup and ticket location.(Credit: GoLive Asia)
However, fans still need to wait patiently before they can book themselves a spot at the highly-anticipated concert, as tickets for the concert only goes on sale on 31 March at 11am.
Floor plans, packages, and more can be found at the ticketing website GoLive Asia here.

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[Watch] Vin Diesel Lookalike Spotted At Ramadan Bazaar In Johor

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“There’s nothing stronger than family.”

Apparently, Dominic Toretto stays true to his word when talking about family. You never let them down. No matter what they do, you support them.
This seems to be the case with this Malaysian version of Dominic Toretto in Johor Bahru, seen supporting what seems to be his family business.
Recently, a TikTok account (@sighfiz) shared a video of Vin Diesel’s lookalike that he saw at a Ramadan bazaar in Bandar Baru Uda, Johor Bahru. The video went viral on TikTok with  2.4 M views and 305.4K likes at the time of writing.

In the 14-second video, the lookalike is seen running an Arabian dessert stall that sells kunafa in his legendary white T-shirt and blue jeans. He is seen flipping the kunafa while taking orders from @sighfiz and his friends who were in a state of astonishment and bewilderment.
Vin Diesel, also known for his iconic role in The Fast Saga – Dominic Toretto, is a well-recognised figure around the world and it is no wonder this lookalike made heads turn as the resemblance is uncanny.
This is definitely a bizarre sighting at a Ramadan Bazaar. It’s not every day you get a racer to serve you food.
  @flamjars bro selling kunafa for family ♬ Bandoleros – Don Omar
Netizens had fun in the comments
With an opportunity like this, it’s impossible not to say anything. Netizens had fun making funny remarks about this Copy Ori Dom in JB.

So, do you think this version of Johor Vin Diesel is intended or just a coincidence?
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Terengganu State Gov To Provide 200 Buses To Get GE15 Voters Back To Hometown

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PAS communications director Hishammuddin Abdul Karim said the Terengganu state government would provide about 200 buses to ferry outside voters back to the state for polling day.

Hishammuddin denied claims that PAS was dependent on outside voters to win in the 15th General Election (GE15) and said the buses provide people with the chance to go home and vote, regardless of their party alignment.
According to The Star, he added that it’s up to outside voters if they want to change their polling centre.
The claims that we are too dependent on outside voters are not true because the voters are not only (those who support) PAS but also our fellow competitors. It is the state government’s initiative and not just PAS. We don’t ask them which ‘flag’ they are supporting. The most important thing is for them to come back and vote, that’s the government’s job.PAS communications director Hishammuddin Abdul Karim
On another note, Hishammuddin said PAS Terengganu will be training young candidates to lead the nation.

PAS isn’t the only one providing a way for voters to get back to their hometowns to vote.
Since the date of GE15 has been set, several organizations have organized themselves to help get voters home by paying for flights for tertiary students or providing free public transport.
Candidate nominations have been closed on 5 November and GE15 falls on 19 November.
The Perlis, Perak and Pahang state polls will be held simultaneously with GE15.
READ MORE: Sarawak Church Raised RM30,000 To Fly Students Home To Vote In GE15
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READ MORE: Free Bus Rides For Klang Valley Voters To Go Home & Vote

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Malaysian Company Sees Stocks Soar 790% By Helping Others Save On Electricity

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At a time when many Malaysian companies are struggling to cope with Covid-19, one organisation seems to defy the odds as their stocks jumped by 790% in the past year.
How did they do it? By helping other companies save electricity.
Last year, Kejuruteraan Asastera Berhad started to offer energy-serving to hotels and offices which turned out to be a smart move because The Edge reported it helped the company reach an order book of RM355 million.
Itâ€™s enough to provide them with revenue for more than 2 years even even though the Movement Control Order (MCO) is currently in effect, temporarily halting almost all business activities, which includes theirs.
Kejuruteraan Asastera even sees this temporary closure as an opportunity to grow even more as they see that companies affected by the coronavirus will be looking to try and save more electricity to reduce costs.
They plan to market their solutions to the hospitality industry, a sector which has been badly hit by the pandemic.

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12-Year-Old Boy Dies, Possibly Hit By Shards From Shattered Aquarium

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An aquarium at a Johor home burst recently leading to the death of a 12-year-old boy.

Sin Chew Daily reported that the incident happened in Tangkak, Johor.
The boy, who suffered injuries to his head and back, died on the way to the hospital.
The online portal added that Tangkak district police chief Supt Mohad Idris Samsuri had disclosed in a statement that the police have received a report from the boy’s family.
Idris said the boy’s parents had rushed him to a nearby clinic and then took an ambulance to the Sultanah Fatima Specialist Hospital in Muar.
However, unfortunately for the family, the boy was confirmed dead by a medical assistant on the way to the hospital.
Idris also disclosed that the boy’s autopsy revealed that the cause of death was from blunt force trauma and that the police have classified the case as sudden death.
To those with aquariums at home, while this seems unusual and rare to many, precautions should be taken to make sure children or anyone is out of reach.

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The Ministry Of Finance Wants Your Ideas For The Upcoming National Budget

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The Ministry of Finance (MOF) issued an invitation to the public to download the Public Consultation Papers and send them feedback that would be taken into consideration for the 2022 Budget.

Soalan atau penghantaran dokumen maklum balas tambahan berkenaan Kertas Konsultasi Awam boleh dikemukakan melalui emel: konsultasi.bajet2022@mof.gov.my— Ministry of Finance🇲🇾 (@MOFmalaysia) September 4, 2021
The Public Consultation Papers is divided into four main topics:
Improvements on the government’s procurement policy related to local and Bumiputera goods/services.Study on tax incentives.Improvements on  the government’s cash assistance program.Fiscal responsibility act.
Go to the 2020 Budget Public Consultation Papers page to read up on those subjects and send your feedback directly to the MOF.
Questions or submission of additional feedback documents regarding the Public Consultation Paper can be submitted via email at konsultasi.bajet2022@mof.gov.my.
Don’t say they didn’t ask you.

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Lecturer Saves Student From Failing Exam By Allowing Answers In BM, Receives Praise

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Getting excellent exam marks or passing a specific subject is one of the accomplishments that all students want while in university.

Recently, a clinical psychologist from Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas) shared his experience on Twitter about how she almost failed her students.
The student had difficulty understanding the questions, which were in English.
The student only needs another three marks to pass the paper.
While pondering whether to fail the student in the final exam, the lecturer, Siti Raudzah Ghazali, first talked to him about the matter.
Saya pernah hampir gagalkan pljr saya. Dari pantai timur. Jawapan dia dlm BI mmg saya tk dapat fahami langsung. Beliau kekurangan 3 markah utk lulus. Saya panggil beliau, saya kata awak gagal dlm final exam. Cuba terangkan kpd saya apa yg awak telah pelajari dalam subjek ini?— Siti Raudzah Ghazali (@sitiraudzah) March 31, 2022
I told him about the decision and asked him to tell me what he learned from this subject.Lecturer Siti Raudzah Ghazali on giving her student a second chance.
The student asked the lecturer’s permission to answer in Bahasa Malaysia.
With his east coast accent, he managed to explain everything about the subject.
I modified the questions, and he can answer everything; he understands the theory well. I added three marks for him, and he passed.Lecturer Siti Raudzah Ghazali on her student making it on second try.
At the end of the speech, she reiterated the goal of educating students not only to get A marks in each subject but more to gain knowledge to become wiser.
Something he never knew before; now he knows better, said Siti Raudzah.
The sharing has garnered attention on social media, and netizens have expressed their gratitude for this lecturer’s sense of empathy.
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At the same time, some netizens from the east coast also revealed why some of them have difficulty speaking in English.

Some pointed out that many students are good at written English but not so when it comes to speaking.

Why Am I Good At Writing English But Not Speaking?
Fluency usually applies to verbal communication. Literacy applies to the ability to read and write a language.
If you notice that your written English is rather good, but your spoken one is not, there is a simple reason.
When we write, we have time to pause and search for words, and perhaps grammar.
We are also alone, and calm. On the other hand, when we try to speak in that foreign language, all calm disappears.
People also have trouble speaking because they tend to focus too much on the grammar rules and draw too many parallels with their mother tongue as they speak.

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Meet Azmin’s Eleven

A period of political turmoil started on February 23, 2020, peaking with Malaysia’s seventh Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad handing in his resignation and subsequently becoming the interim Prime Minister.
Meanwhile, Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) sacked two of their top members, Deputy President Datuk Seri Azmin Ali and Vice President Zuraida Kamarudin as they were believed to have betrayed the party’s stance on the prime minister issue following the infamous dinner meeting at Sheraton Hotel on 20 February.
In his defense, Azmin explained the exodus was a move to save Malaysia from those focused on the transition of power and depicting Dr Mahathir as a “lame duck” PM.
Following Azmin and Zuraida are 9 PKR MPs – Datuk Saifuddin Abdullah (Indera Mahkota), Baru Bian (Selangau), Datuk Kamarudin Jaffar (Bandar Tun Razak), Datuk Mansor Othman (Nibong Tebal), Datuk Rashid Hasnon (Batu Pahat), Datuk Seri Santhara Kumar (Segamat), Ali Biju (Saratok), Willie Mongin (Puncak Borneo) and Jonathan Yasin (Ranau).
Here are Azmin’s eleven who left PKR:
Datuk Seri Mohamed Azmin Ali
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Datuk Seri Mohamed Azmin Ali started his political career in 1987 as Special Officer to Datoâ€™ Seri Anwar Ibrahim who was Minister of Education at the time and later as a Private Secretary when the latter became the Finance Minister and Deputy Prime Minister.
He is the former Menteri Besar (Chief Minister) of Selangor after holding the position from September 2014 to June 2018.
Azmin was appointed as Minister of Economic Affairs under Dr Mahathir’s cabinet after GE14 and is Gombak’s MP as well as assemblyman for Bukit Antarabangsa.
Zuraida Kamaruddin
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For PKR Vice President Zuraida Kamaruddin was PH’s Wanita chief and three-term Ampang MP after most recently winning the seat with a 41,956-vote majority, beating Leong Kim Soon (MCA), Nurul Islam Yusoff (PAS) and Tan Hua Meng (Parti Rakyat Malaysia).
Besides being Ampang MP, she also held a position in Dr Mahathir’s Cabinet as the Minister of Housing and Local Government.
Datuk Saifuddin Abdullah
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Datuk Saifuddin Abdullah was Chief Secretary of Pakatan Harapan Secretariat and Chairman of Youth Academy. Previously, he held positions such as the Deputy Minister of Higher Education, Temerloh MP and was a member of UMNO Supreme Council.
He used to serve in Dr Mahathir’s Cabinet as the Foreign Minister and is currently Indera Mahkota’s MP.
Baru Bian
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Baru Bian was the Works Minister under the previous cabinet under Dr Mahathir and is a Selangau MP when he defeated Rita Insol of BN by a slim 486 vote-majority in the GE14.
The former lawyer has contested as an independent candidate before joining PKR and subsequently won the 10th and 11th Sarawak state elections after beating Willie Liau from the Progressive Democratic Party on two separate occasions – 2011 and 2016 in Selangau.
Datuk Kamarudin Jaffar
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Datuk Kamaruddin Jaafar was once an UMNO party member during his early days in politics before switching to Parti Islam SeMalaysia (PAS) in 1999.
He was detained alongside Anwar Ibrahim under the now-defunct ISA in 1998 before becoming part of Mahathir’s cabinet in 2018 as Deputy Transport Minister in 2018 and is the current Bandar Tun Razak MP.
Datuk Mansor Othman
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Before joining politics, Datuk Mansor Othman used to be an Associate Professor and Director of USM Policy Research Center from 1993 to 1996.
His involvement in politics includes being Anwar Ibrahim’s political secretary between 1996 until 1998 before becoming Pulau Penang’s Deputy Chief Minister (I) from 2009 to 2013.
He was also a member of Parti Keadilan Rakyat’s supreme council and is the current Nipong Tebal MP.
Datuk Rashid Hasnon
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Datuk Rashid Hasnon used to be a “Reformasi” activist in 1998 and represented PKR as a debater at the PKR Congress.
He is the current Batu Pahat MP and Dewan Rakyat Deputy Speaker. Previously, Rashid held other positions such as the Penang’s Deputy Chief Minister (I) from 2013 to 2018.
Datuk Seri Dr Santhara Kumar
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Datuk Seri Dr Santhara Kumar is a Segamat MP when he won during GE14 under the PKR banner with 24,060 votes, beating former Health Minister Datuk S Subramaniam from Barisan (18,584 votes) and Khairul Faizi Ahmad Kamil from PAS (2,676 votes).
He was the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Masterskil Education Group Berhad, which is the parent company of Asia Metropolitan University (AMU), a nursing and healthcare college.
Santhara is also the MP with the most assets at RM131,865,000.
Ali Biju
Picture Credit: The Star
Ali Biju was one of Sarawak PKR’s vice-chairman and is Saratok’s MP when he defeated Subeng Mula from BN with a majority of 989 votes.
He graduated from Valparaiso University, Indiana, USA and has his own company, which does civil engineering work in the oil and gas industry.
Willie Mongin
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Willie Mongin earned his Puncak Borneo Parliament seat after beating Genot Sinel @ Jeannoth Sinel from BN and Buln Patrick Ribos from the State Reform Party – a political party based in Sarawak.
He was the Divisional Chief of PKR Mambong, a member of PKR Sarawak State Supreme Council and the Chairman of Registration of Voters & Members Committee.
Jonathan Yasin
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Under the PKR banner, Jonathan Yasin has contested in 3 different General Elections, failing twice against Barisan candidates, Sirigan Gubat (2008) and Ewon Ebin (2013) before succeeding in 2018 to become Ranau MP.
He is also the Chairman of the Malaysian Cocoa Board, a role he took in August 2018  until August 2020.

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CIMB: Kota Damansara & TTDI Branches Remain Open After Covid-19 Scare

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Five CIMB Mobile Sales Force (MSF) staff in Kota Damansara came into close contact with a confirmed Covid-19 patient earlier this week. They have since been transferred to Sungai Buloh Hospital for Covid-19 testing and are undergoing quarantine for the time being until their results are released.

However, CIMB branches in Kota Damasara and TTDI will still remain open as the five MSF staff have not been in contact with any of the branch staff there.
Credit: Malay Mail/Farhan Najib
CIMB also notes that the bank branches and the MSF centres are on separate floors, so there’s no overlap in staff.
While that may be so, they have engaged in precautionary measures to thoroughly sanitise and deep clean the branches to ensure the safety of their staff and customers.

This comes hot on the heels of UOB bank Kepong which had an employee who was confirmed to have Covid-19, leading to viral photos of Ministry of Health (KKM) staff in hazmat suits at the branch.
Read more: UOB Kepong Branch Employee Alleged To Have Been Affected By Covid-19, Bank Has Yet To Confirm

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Don’t Lodge Fake Reports If You Lose Your MyKad Or Face Consequences, Police Tells Public

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Just admit that you lose your Mykad or face the consequences if you lodge a false report to the police.

According to Gombak district police chief Zainal Mohamed Mohamed, 71 individuals have been charged this year alone for lodging false police reports over the loss of their identity cards, Free Malaysia Today reported.
Zainal said that these individuals are trying to avoid fines from the National Registration Department (NRD) for losing their MyKad.
“Investigations showed that these complainants used false excuses like having fallen prey to robbers and snatch thieves.
“Court action has been taken against 71 people and two cases are still under investigation,” he was quoted as saying.
Any individual that lodged a false police report can be charged under Section 182 of the Penal Code which provides for a maximum sentence of six months’ jail or a fine of RM2,000 or both upon conviction.
RM100 to RM1,000 penalty for losing your MyKad
The NRD imposed a fine of RM100 for the first instance on any individual who lost their MyKad due to their own negligence.
For the second instance, the individual will be fine RM300 while for the third instance and onwards, the individual will have to pay RM1,000.
Those that lost their identity card are required to go to any NRD counter or to apply for a replacement online at www.jpn.gov.my using the “MyKad Replacement System” application.

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Why it’s totally okay to do nothing this weekend

Whenever there’s a weekend, long or not, it often quickly gets filled up with “things that have to be done”.
This can range anywhere from meeting an old friend, visiting relatives, checking out an event, or even just laundry at home.
For a lot of people, the weekend quickly becomes tiring with obligations and trying to fit in as many things as possible.
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So whether or not you’re an introvert, here are some reasons for doing nothing the next time you feel bad for “being lazy”.
1. Much-needed rest
Our brains work non-stop all week. In fact, this actually includes all the time we spend on our phone! Using our phones stresses out the brain and doesn’t allow it time to chill.
Therefore, it’s super important that we take that time to do nothing so we can relax and refresh the mind.
Plus, you can catch up on that sleep debt.
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2. Me-time
Yes, you-time. Which means for once you get to call the shots and decide on what you want to do and not feel guilty about it.
A lot of people unintentionally work their lives around others by putting other people’s needs in front of their own.
Think about it: do you not consider your parents, your significant other, your friends, or even your children, before you do things for yourself?
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What about the things you want to do, too?
3. Increased creativity and productivity
I know, sounds like an oxymoron doesn’t it! But once you’ve given yourself a chance to reboot your brain, you’ll find energy and joy to start on all these personal projects you love.
It could be finishing a book, going for a swim, or even cleaning up the house KonMari-style, but after a good rest you will definitely have more energy to do the things you really want to do.
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4. Spontaneous activities
Or revel in the wondrous possibilities of an empty weekend and simply do whatever you feel like, no matter how “absurd” it may be.
If you wake up and think, hey it would be cool to go to the beach today, what’s stopping you from packing a towel and driving down to Port Dickson? Or taking a long stroll at the Butterfly Park in Lake Gardens? Or dancing naked in the rain? (Actually, please don’t do that.)
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Let your inner child through and just enjoy the time to yourself!
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DBKL And Irrigation Dept In Talks To Build Underground Water Storage Tunnel To Manage Flash Floods

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Kuala Lumpur has experienced a few flash floods recently whenever there’s heavy and non-stop rain. The flash floods could destroy homes, and vehicles, and even take lives.

In order to overcome the issue of flash floods in the nation’s capital, Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) is cooperating with the Department of Irrigation and Drainage (DID) to build a high-capacity groundwater storage tunnel.
According to New Straits Times, Federal Territories Minister Datuk Seri Dr Shahidan Kassim said this was one of the long-term solutions that will take 3 to 5 years to complete.
The flood in April 2022. Credit: Twitter/ITIS DBKL
Due to the long timeline, DBKL will carry out a feasibility study on the location and specification of the groundwater storage tunnel that will be completed within three months.
The function of the tunnel is to hold flood water before releasing it into the river during low tide. Major cities such as Tokyo and Itabashi in Japan have built similar tunnels under their roads.
However, what we have found is that our roads are narrow. So, some have suggested that we build it 120 feet below the river.Federal Territories Minister Datuk Seri Dr Shahidan Kassim said at a media conference on “Towards A Flash Flood-Free Kuala Lumpur.”
Shahidan added that DBKL would appoint a consultant soon regarding this issue after holding talks with DID.
Using temporary measures for now
For the time being, DBKL would build flood walls immediately in all areas where rivers are likely to overflow.
The main cause of flash floods in the capital was rivers overflowing which will then overwhelm the drainage system, preventing waters from being channelled smoothly into rivers.
Additionally, DBKL will carry out works to desilt reservoirs and rivers to maximise their usage capacity.
The flood in March 2022. Image: jijiabaobei/ farihinosteo/ amalhisyams via Twitter
Shahidan said that DBKL has put sandbags in areas affected by river overflows, besides placing mobile water pumps as a temporary measure.
He also reminded the public to cooperate and not to litter in public, especially in the drainage system.
We also welcome city folk to provide feedback and suggestions to DBKL because our aim is to fully resolve this problem.Federal Territories Minister Datuk Seri Dr Shahidan Kassim
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[Watch] 7 Schoolgirls In Sabah Arrested For Hitting And Kicking Classmate

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Netizens were shocked and enraged when they watched a video showing a group of female students bullying another female student in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.

According to Sinar Harian, the video went viral on WhatsApp and Facebook. Netizens urged the authorities to take action against the group of bullies.

7 students encircled the female victim and started hitting and kicking her until she fell.
Two girls held the victim’s arms to prevent her from getting away while another girl hit her on the back.
When the victim fell, they continued kicking her without mercy. Another student in a green shirt bearing the name ‘SMK Inanam’ knelt beside the victim and tried to ask the others to stop their assault.
Eh that’s enough. You’ve beaten her to a pulp (lunyai kau tendang).Student in green shirt that bears the school’s name.
Screenshot from the video. Credit: Celine Eline/ FB
Free Malaysia Today reported that the police had arrested six female students and a former student of SMK Inanam for allegedly assaulting a classmate.
Kota Kinabalu district police chief Zaidi Abdullah said all the suspects are between the ages of 13 and 17. They were arrested after the victim’s father lodged a report yesterday (8 July).
The reasons behind the bullying were not disclosed.
The police are investigating the case under Section 147 of the Penal Code for rioting,  which carries a punishment of up to two years in jail or a fine or both.
The police promised to take the case seriously and would not show any leniency over any acts of bullying or violence involving students.
The police would also like to advise the public against uploading or circulating any videos that may cause concern in the community.Kota Kinabalu district police chief Zaidi Abdullah

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Hooray! Netflix’s Basic Plan Lowers To RM28 Monthly

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Netflix watchers can rejoice! Netflix is updating the pricing of its Basic Plan from RM35 per month to RM28 per month in Malaysia.

In other words, viewers get to catch all of their favourite TV shows and movies at an even better value.
Netflix’s goal is simple: to offer a wide variety of quality shows and films so there’s something to watch for everyone.
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New members who sign up will see the new price for the Basic Plan immediately starting today.
For the existing members, there will be a gradual update rollout over the coming weeks from their next billing cycle.
Existing members will be notified by email and the exact timing depends on the specific member’s billing cycle.
Netflix has been investing heavily in new shows and films and some of the upcoming ones include:
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Anwar Appoints Hassan Marican And 4 Others As His Finance Advisers

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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has appointed five individuals to advise him in his capacity as finance minister, Malay Mail reported.

READ MORE: Current Situation Requires Anwar To Be Both PM And Finance Minister, Says Rafizi
In a statement, Anwar said former Petronas CEO Hassan Marican is appointed to lead the board.
The other four in the appointed group are FPO Ventures Sdn Bhd (FVSB) executive chairman Datuk Ahmad Fuad Ali, Sarawak Energy Bhd chairman Datuk Abdul Hamed Sapawi, and economists Sunway University economics studies director Professor Dr Yeah Kim Leng and Universiti Malaya distinguished professor of economics Datuk Rajah Rasiah.
The appointed individuals on the board will not receive any pay.
This comes after news on 3 January broke that his daughter, Nurul Izzah, was appointed as his senior adviser on economics and finance on a pro-bono basis.
Her appointment drew criticism from many who accuse Anwar of nepotism. Anwar has dismissed the claim and said Nurul Izzah was qualified for the role.
Nurul Izzah has a second degree in public policy from the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies.
READ MORE: PKR VP Nurul Izzah Appointed PM’s Senior Adviser, Many Cry Nepotism
READ MORE: Debate On Nurul Izzah’s Appointment Continues As Public Outrage Rages On
According to The Vibes, Transparency International Malaysia (TI-M) president Muhammad Mohan suggested that Nurul Izzah report to Hassan, who’s the lead adviser in the ministry, and work together as a group of advisers instead of dealing directly with Anwar.
He also suggested that her title be changed to “senior adviser on compliance and good governance” to better reflect her workload related to managing government contracts and tenders.

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More Than 10,000 Police Officers Quarantined For Covid-19, Says Home Ministry

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More than 10,000 officers and policemen were quarantined, while at least 200 others were being treated after being confirmed positive for COVID-19, said Home Minister Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainuddin.

He said that the police force has a high risk for infection because they have to work in close proximity with people whose level of infection has yet to be determined.
The spread of COVID-19 is becoming increasingly alarming and many frontline workers have been exposed to the risk of the epidemic. Despite wearing face masks, the assignment of police officers requires them to communicate closely with the people.Home Minister Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainuddin via Berita Harian
He also said that the high rate of infection among members of the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) is hampering the team’s ability and strength in its task of maintaining national security and peace.
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The police force is now stretched thin as they are also assigned to assist the immigration authorities to prevent the intrusion of illegal immigrants.
Through Operation Benteng between May 1 and October 18, security forces detained 497 illegal immigrants and 28 tekong who tried to enter and leave the country through Sarawak.Home Minister Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainuddin via Berita Harian
Hamzah called on Malaysians to appreciate the sacrifices of frontliners and band together to fight the COVID-19 epidemic as decreed by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong.
He also stressed that the highest appreciation should be given to the PDRM because since the outbreak of the epidemic, many members of the police have fought regardless of fatigue.
Many of them have not yet rested or spent time with their families.Home Minister Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainuddin via Berita Harian

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WFH Affects Life-Work Balance Of 1 In 3 Workers In Malaysia

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Before the pandemic, working from home (WFH) used to be something many people would dream about.

Now that it’s considered the default work arrangement, some are starting to think it’s not as great as they dreamt it would be.
A new survey by human resource consultancy Randstad Malaysia has revealed that nearly one in three respondents admitted their productivity has been negatively affected by working out of the office.
Meanwhile, 37% said their life-work balance had deteriorated because of the changing environment.
Employers need to make adjustments
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Findings from the consultancy’s workforce insights survey called “Workmonitor” suggest that employers need to find ways to accommodate and roll out measures that would uplift workers as the pandemic makes remote work the “new norm”.
Unfortunately, only some have adjusted:
64% of respondents implemented “strict and clear” protocols for remote work43% instituted policies on working hours to help workers balance life and their careerA third of employers said they regularly check up on their employees’ wellbeingOne in five employers said they took the initiative to provide more training20% have support programmes to improve workers’ skills and adapt to the changing work environment since the pandemic started
Workers want their employers to provide more support
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One of the major complaints from employees who WFH is the increased workload and deteriorating work-life balance as working remotely allowed employers to reach them around the clock – some even guilt-tripping their staff to get them to work longer hours.
To help resolve the issue, 40% said employers needed to have clearer policies on working hours so they could have a life-work balance.
One of three employees had also asked for more upskilling and trainingRespondents also believe they deserve remote working benefits.One of three said companies must have clear protocols about on-site or remote work
The pandemic has obviously taken a toll as time progresses.
Around this time last year, the majority of Malaysians actually wanted to stick to the new norm for work.
Read More: Survey: 9/10 M’sian Employees Want To Stick To ‘New Normal’ Working Conditions
Ironically (or coincidentally?), another survey from April this year found Kuala Lumpur was ranked fourth for the most overworked city in the world.
Read More: Once AGAIN, KL Is The Among The Most Overworked Cities In The World

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Language Subjects Decline But Other Core Subjects Improved, Here’s How The Students Performed During SPM 2020

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The results for SPM 2020 are out and a total of 43 subjects recorded an increase in performance, while 39 subjects recorded a decrease and one subject remained the same out of a total of 83 subjects offered, based on the analysis report from the Ministry of Education.

The Ministry said that candidates in 2020 performed better than in 2019, based on the National Average Grade (GPN) where a smaller number indicates better results.
This year, that value is at 4.80 compared to 4.86 in 2019 – a difference of 0.06.
Here’s how the students fared during the latest examinations.
Credit: Malay Mail
Language shows a decline but other core subjects show improvement
Results for core subjects such as Pendidikan Islam, Pendidikan Moral, Sejarah, Mathematics and Science have seen improvements but language subjects such as Bahasa Malaysia and Bahasa Inggeris have decreased.
This trend is also prevalent in the Language elective where the grades for Literature in English, Chinese Language and English Science and Technology improved for this year but the results for Malay, Chinese, and Tamil Literature; and Arab, Tamil, Iban and Kadazandusun Language subjects declined.
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Religious electives doing great, Vocational, not so much
Many religious elective subjects saw an increase in grade performance with Quran Memorisation and Turath Dirasat Islamiyah being the only two subjects which didn’t do as well.
It’s not looking so great for Vocational Subjects however, as the grades for many of their subjects such as Membuat Perabot and Kerja Paip Domestik went down but there are improvements in other subjects such as Produksi Multimedia and Pembinaan Domestik.
Meanwhile, grades on Science-based subjects such as Chemistry, Biology and Additional Science have improved for SPM 2020 but Physics and Sports Sciences saw a decline in this years’ results.
Credit: MOE

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RM5,500 Fine For Rodent Urine In Soy Products Factory

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Rat droppings on tables are among the discovery made by the Penang Health Department (JKNPP) enforcement team when raiding a factory processing soy-based products in Batu Lanchang.

During the inspection, the enforcement officers also found the rodents in the dry material store room at the premises.
In addition, they also found some of the soybean processing machines to be rusty and slimy due to the machines being poorly maintained.
Even more disgusting, the inspection also found that the toilet at the premises did not have a door and it was located close to the food product processing area.
An officer from JKNPP’s Environmental Health, Food Safety and Quality Division (BKMM) said further inspection found that the premise also violated other rules.
Mohd Wazir Khalid said the premise, which had been operating for more than 10 years, also did not comply with hygiene rules.
For example, the workers hung their clothes by the food processing machine.
The premise was inspected two years ago and was penalised with fines due to unsatisfactory cleanliness levels. After observing and monitoring the premise, we conducted a surprise raid today.Mohd Wazir Khalid on the raid conducted against the soy products factory.
When authorities inspected the soybean storage area, they also found cockroach nests, Mohd Wazir.
The raid was part an operation dubbed Ops Tegar 2.
Recently, the authorities also raided other food processing factories in Penang.
READ MORE: Dog, Rat And Cockroach Infested Chinese Steamed Buns And Dim Sum Factory Raided, Operator Fined RM2,700
Authorities Take Food Hygiene Matters Very Seriously
Mohd Wazir said the presence of rodents raised concern of rat urine infection on the food produced at the factory.
He added that buckets, believed to be used to store soy products, were also placed in toilets under disgusting conditions.
Authorities also found fungus on the soybean scoop.
At the same time, it was discovered that foreign workers at the factory would eat, sleep and cook at the same place where they process the soybean products.
It is indeed an offence because the premise owner neglected the hygiene aspect in carrying out food processing operations. Therefore, we issued three notices including a closure notice against the premises.Mohd Wazir Khalid on the offences committed by the soy products factory.
Authorities also issued a compound amounting to RM5,500 for not complying with the  hygiene requirements.
According to Mohd Wazir, the factory owner cited the lack of manpower and could not carry out cleaning work at the factory.
The factory is operated by three employees including two foreigners.
In another development, Mohd Wazir said a noodle and kuetiau manufacturing factory in Jalan Perak was also ordered to close for 14 days after failing to meet hygiene requirements.

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Malaysian uni student unleashes fury after â€˜missingâ€™ group mates betray him with terrible peer review assignment scores

Remember the joy of group assignments back in school?
Yeah, weâ€™ve also permanently erased the painful memories from our minds, but an engineering studentâ€™s rant on groupmates from hell has brought it all back.  *cue war flashbacks*ï»¿

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On a student Confessions Facebook page, a student unleashed his fury when his groupmates not only slacked off but GAVE HIM AWFUL PEER EVALUATION SCORES.

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According to the post, the group assignment was for a portable desk lamp project, but his teammates failed to show up at team meetings, neither did they assist in building the project and writing the report.

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After he slogged through the project, completing it almost all on his own, he found out that he received the lowest CATME score.

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CATME, which is an acronym for Comprehensive Assessment of Team Member Effectiveness, is a web-based program that basically allows students to give feedback to one another for group assignments.
In the posterâ€™s own words:

Those 3 selfish and d**ckhead f******s definitely gave me the lowest score so that they can take the whole credit score from the group marks which they f*****g donâ€™t deserve at all.

Not one to take it lying down, the original poster (OP) then complained to the lecturer who requested a meeting with everyone.
BUT THE TEAMMATES DIDNâ€™T SHOW UP
So the OP got in trouble with the lecturer for their absence and refused to change his score.

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Luckily, he kept the receipts! Armed with multiple screenshots
and videos, he plans to appeal the change to his course management office.
Weâ€™re not entirely sure what will happen next, but this tale has even caught international attention on the r/college subreddit on Reddit.
Meanwhile, his original post on Facebook has garnered sympathy, support and words of advice.
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There’s More To The Humble Durian Than A Roadside Feast

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There is usually a shed in a clearing in the middle of a durian orchard. It’s a simple raised platform to keep it off of the ground, with a roof to provide shade. If you’re lucky, there will be some rambutan trees. If you’re unlucky, there will also be some fire ants.

The rambutan tree will bear clumps of fruits, ready for picking when durian season is approaching. Most are red, some are yellow, a snack while waiting for the fickle durian. Its wood and leaves would be burned to make smoke, to chase away the insects.
For those in the know, there would also be mangosteen somewhere. This purple-skinned fruit is often eaten with durian back in the day because they go well together, and the mangosteen is said to counter the “heatiness” of the durian.
The wait
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A novice would get excited as the noon breeze picks up speed. From up high came a sudden sound, like splashes of leaves, that ended as abruptly as it began, with a thud.
Sometimes it’s just the one, sometimes it’s more, but it is almost always too few. As the breeze turns into a gust, it is up to the experienced to hold back the novice’s compounding excitement. Rushing for the durian fruit before winds calm down and the fruits have stopped dropping would mean certain injury.
The durian trees grew tall. It takes at least 5 years before they bear fruit. The large multi-kilogram fruits are laden with thorns and could drop from its branch without warning, onto an unsuspecting victim.
Sorting it all out
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After the fruits are safely collected, they will need to be sorted. The ones that broke open had to be consumed first, or be made into tempoyak (fermented durian).
Each tree would have its own personality and taste. Some would be early, some would be late in the season. Some would bear small fruits, and some would bear delicious ones. Those with experience would know which is which.
They would also know that those with holes in them, made by squirrels or monkeys, are the best ones. The animals always knew how to pick the fruits better than us.
Even after all that, the durian would still put up a fight. Opening one takes skill, a bit of know-how, the right tool, and of course, experience.
Now durian is in everything from ice cream to pizza. It can be found almost all year round, plentiful, and ready to be consumed.
Advice from the Ministry of Health
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Since it is the durian season, the Nutrition Department of the Ministry of Health put out an advisory for all durian lovers in the form of 5 tips to make your durian eating experience better.
Avoid eating durian on an empty stomach. Remember, it is not a meal. Have durian after the main meal. Eating this fruit without eating something else first may amplify the fruit’s side effects. Take durian with plenty of water, not sugary drinks. Eat durian moderately. The ministry’s service suggestion is 3 pieces. Not 3 whole fruits. Limit your intake of foods with high sugar and coconut milk (fat) such as cendol, porridge, durian dodol (taffy), and others.

The ministry also noted that the side effects of durian such as feeling heaty, headaches, and gassiness, are not prevalent and are not something that is experienced by everyone.
While the nutrition value of a durian differs from fruit to fruit and piece to piece, it is still considered nutritious.
A durian contains no cholesterol, a lot of energy, full of dietary fibre, and is a source of vitamin C. At the same time, it is high in fat and carbohydrates.
The traditional way
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While the side effects of the durian do not affect everyone, it has been a problem that durian lovers have faced ever since one of these fruits fell from the sky and almost killed them.
Remedies are plenty and they address two main problems: heatiness, and the smell which comes from sulfur in the fruit.
Some pair the fruit with mangosteen, one of the most common practices is to drink water from the durian shell.
However, the most hard-core of the durian eaters would take the white membranes from inside the durian, put them in a bottle, and fill it up with water. They will then drink plenty of this water, refilling it after each durian session.
Finally, a pro tip that both health professionals and veteran durian aficionados would agree: never have durian with alcohol.
Bonus Tip: To get rid of the durian smell from their hands, some folks wash their hands using a durian seed. It works just like stainless steel soap. It binds with the sulfur that gives the fruit its smell and washes it away.

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Malaysian Employers Soon Required To Give Foreign Workers Proper Accommodation

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After years of surviving in poor living conditions, foreign workers in Malaysia are finally being be given the right to adequate accommodation.
Malaysian employers have been given three months to arrange proper accommodation for their foreign workers now required under new laws that will take effect on 1 June 2020.
Minister of Human Resources Datuk Seri M. Saravanan said these new guidelines in the Minimum Standards of Housing and Amenities (Amendment) Act will cover foreign workers in all sectors.
Foreign workers in Malaysia have been living in dirty and cramped dormitories for years. (Credit: Malay Mail)
The government will give three months’ grace period until Aug 31 to give room for employers to make the necessary arrangements.Datuk Seri M. Saravanan via Straits Times
Enforcement of the new law will begin on 1 September 2020.
These new guidelines are also meant to enhance the 2018 foreign workers accommodation guidelines by the Peninsular Malaysia Labour Department and will cover minimum standard living space, basic amenities and safety and hygiene elements, all of which must be prioritised by employers.
According to M. Saravanan, due to their current substandard living conditions, foreign workers are considered a risk group for Covid-19 infection.
Foreign workers have been living in substandard accommodations. They have eat on the floor, cook and sleep in the same space and have no cupboards to keep their clothes. (Credit: The Star)
This is because they live in crowded and cramped spaces in one housing unit, as well as dirty premises.Datuk Seri M. Saravanan via Straits Times
He explained that his ministry agrees with the Malaysian Medical Association about the requirement of protocols to implement minimum standards of housing and amenities for workers in all sectors.
Recently, Malaysia was criticised by labour activists for raiding and arresting illegal foreign workers during the Covid-19 pandemic.
After thousands of undocumented workers were detained during the operation, more than 380 cases of new infections were reported at immigration detention centres in the last few weeks.
The Health Ministry has announced that immigrants who test positive for Covid-19 will be moved to quarantine centres for isolation and treatment.

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Tutti Frutti: This Blast From Your Past Is Reopening In Damansara Heights

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The once-popular frozen yogurt (froyo) franchise is set to make a comeback in Malaysia!

Tutti Frutti Malaysia announced on Twitter that it’s making a return in Damansara Heights soon.
The new Tutti Frutti is also doing away with the weighing scale and is now charging fixed prices instead.
In another update, Tutti Frutti said it’s open at 81-G, Jalan Medan Setia 1, Plaza Damansara, Damansara Heights, Kuala Lumpur.
We missed serving you. And we know you missed us too! Tutti Frutti is coming back to Malaysia! Enjoy our delicious froyo just like you used to. Flavored or plain? Fruits or chocolates? Cereal or nuts? You decide. Let’s go!Opening soon at Damansara Heights. Stay tuned! pic.twitter.com/Y9YMqdch8t— Tutti Frutti (@TuttiFrutti_MY) January 6, 2023
Your opinion matters to us. Which is why we’re introducing fixed prices for our Californian frozen yogurt. No more surprises or anxiety at the counter. Only pure joy! pic.twitter.com/yxKgTPwuUl— Tutti Frutti (@TuttiFrutti_MY) January 15, 2023
The Naza group brought in the American frozen yogurt chain in Malaysia and opened its first store in Sunway Pyramid in 2009.
People liked that they have the choice to choose their own toppings to go with the yogurt of their choice.
Tutti Frutti grew to 119 outlets all over the country. However, complaints about its quality and price gradually saw all shops in Malaysia close around 2016 except one shop in Bandar Botanik, Klang.
According to World of Buzz, the last remaining Tutti Frutti shop in Klang didn’t get many customers either, and the interiors looked old.
Hopefully, opening another store in Damansara Heights is a sign of things improving for the brand.

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‘Everyone Should Wear Masks In Public’: WHO Changes Advice

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In addition to social distancing guidelines such as maintaining a 1m distance and washing hands frequently, the World Health Organization (WHO) also recommended wearing medical grade masks- but only for people who were sick and showing symptoms. The unaffected population would not need to wear masks in public.
Now, the WHO has changed their guidelines to say that everyone, regardless of symptoms, should be wearing a mask in public.

New information, such as asymptomatic patients, or increase of infectious droplets prior to symptoms, has urged the WHO to look into additional protective barriers for the common person.
New guidelines on the WHO website shows proper usage of face masks, including fabric masks and medical-grade masks.
This is because many people globally have taken to making and wearing non-medical grade fabric masks when medical mask supply fell short.
Fabric masks are often made with cloth and does not have a filter like the medical-grade masks.(Credit: Freepik)
Homemade cloth masks are not supposed to replace medical-grade masks. However, any covering in general can help lessen the spread of airborne particles.
Of course, a face mask is not a magical armor that will render you invulnerable from Covid-19. The usage of face masks, fabric or not, must be used in conjunction with other social distancing tools like maintaining a physical distance and frequent handwashing.
For those who have a high risk of coming into contact with Covid-19, such as healthcare workers, it is still recommended to wear a medical-grade face mask for your personal safety.
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Husband Returns From Work To Find Wife Dead Next To Newborn, Laments Minimal Paternity Leave

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Losing someone dear to us is an experience that shatters our very foundation, leaving an indelible mark on our hearts and souls.

It is a painful journey that no one can prepare us for, as we navigate the treacherous terrain of grief and try to make sense of a world forever altered by absence.
Such is the tragic tale experienced by a husband from Sabah, after being tested with the loss of his beloved wife who had just given birth to their first child four days prior.
It all began when Exly Jailon claimed he only received 2 days of leave when he applied for paternity leave.
In a sorrow filled Facebook post, he shared that when he had applied for paternity leave, his employer’s reply was, “Just two days off, it would be better if you come to work,” asking him to attend work as usual.
Due to the demands at work, he added that he had no time to take care of his newly born baby and his recovering wife.
Unfortunately, on May 9 his world came crashing down when he came home to the lifeless body of his dearly beloved wife.
Through his Facebook page, he expressed his sadness and disappointment with the incident, sharing several posts describing the situation he had experienced.

I worked hard… and when I returned home from work I found my late wife lifeless! The baby was crying beside her. Do you understand how I feel?
Exly Jailon via Facebook
Although 22 days have passed, Exly added that the pain he feels is still as fresh as if it happened just yesterday.
To add on to his grief, he wrote that he was also not paid his salary during the mourning period.

I would rather take unpaid leave to take care of my late wife. Even mourning leave requires non-pay leave. They simply crossed it out.
Exly Jailon via Facebook
As reported by mStar, a friend of Exly, Harayanie Haraa added that the company Exly worked at requested that he not blame them for any of the incidents that had occurred.
Providing further details about Exly’s situation, Harayanie said that what happened to her friend is deeply saddening.
She also requested a reevaluation of the Workers’ Human Rights Law in Sabah.
She also questioned the fairness of Sabah’s paternity leave, which is only two days compared to the seven days in Peninsular Malaysia.

The company where this person works has requested that he not blame them if any unwanted incidents occur, even though they were asked to take leave to care for his late wife, the company told him to come to work.
Harayanie Haraa

She added that Exly works as a delivery driver for the branch.
She also mentioned that no action has been taken by any party regarding the incident that occurred on May 9 until now.
The Sabah Labour Ordinance: What Is It?
The Sabah Labour Ordinance (SLO) is a legislation that governs labor-related matters in the state of Sabah, Malaysia.
It provides a legal framework for the rights and responsibilities of both employers and employees, ensuring fair treatment and proper working conditions in various industries.
The ordinance covers a wide range of employment aspects, including recruitment, wages, working hours, leave entitlements, termination, and workplace safety.
It sets forth provisions that regulate the relationship between employers and employees, aiming to protect the rights and welfare of workers while promoting harmonious industrial relations.
It also establishes rules and procedures for the resolution of labor disputes and outlines the powers and functions of labor inspectors responsible for enforcing the ordinance.
However, the SLO does not specifically address paternity and maternity leaves.
Should The SLO Get A Reform?
According to an article by The Star, the Society for Equality, Respect And Trust for All Sabah (Serata) had called for a reform of the SLO.
During a stakeholder roundtable discussing employment rights in Sabah on March 7, Serata president Sabrina Melisa Aripen highlighted the long-standing nature of the law, stating that it predates the formation of Malaysia.
Speaking at a forum titled “Promoting CSO-Partnerships to assist with labor issues in Sabah,” she emphasized that the Ordinance has remained unchanged for a minimum of 18 years.
During the roundtable discussion, Sabrina pointed out that employees working in Peninsular Malaysia and the Federal Territories are protected by the Malaysian Employment Act, which grants them various benefits.
These include seven days of paternity leave and 98 days of maternity leave.
She further highlighted that they enjoy an additional level of safeguarding on specific issues, such as mandatory employer investigations into allegations of workplace sexual harassment.

However, this is non-existent in the Sabah Labour Ordinance, and from what we understand, the Sarawak Labour Ordinance as well. Our biggest concern is how many employees in Sabah don’t actually know their rights as employees, and thus may be easily exploited by unscrupulous employers. We also feel that reforms are urgently needed so that Sabahans have access to benefits and protections equal to those working in West Malaysia.
Serata president Sabrina Melisa Aripen

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M’sian Tower Runner Wins Empire State Building Race And Then Meets A Superhero

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Malaysian tower runner Soh Wai Ching won the Empire State Building Run-Up (ESBRU) in New York today.

Soh clinched the winning spot after conquering all 1,576 stairs in 10 minutes and 40 seconds! According to the official website, athletes in the tower-running sport consider the ESBRU as the ultimate test of endurance.
The Empire State Building Run-Up held on 26 October in New York City also helped to raise funds for Equity Designs.
Equity Designs is on a mission to train 150 teachers on how to use physical activity to enhance learning and impact the health of over 4,500 Bronx youth.
Marvel star Sebastian Stan, who played Bucky Barnes/ Winter Soldier, supported the cause and joined in the run with his personal fitness trainer, Don Saladino.

Soh’s win also caught the attention of the actor. Sebastian Stan posted about their meet on his Instagram Stories too.
DEMMMMMMalaysian runner @MasTowerRunner just won the Empire State Building Run-Up in New York10 min 49 sec from bottom to 86th floor observation deck involving 1,576 steps 😲😲😲And impressed THE Winter Soldier while at it 😂https://t.co/6Fl30ERbno pic.twitter.com/zrLsB3adaB— Syefri Zulkefli 🇲🇾 (@chapree) October 27, 2021
Just like all fans, Soh gushed about it all in an Instagram post.
“Super happy tonight! Won the race and met the Winter Soldier @iamsebastianstan here! Marvel fanboy here. Hoping to meet more Marvel Superhero Actor,” Soh wrote in the caption.

Congratulations, Soh Wai Ching!

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Agong To Meet Other Rulers To Discuss Muhyiddin’s Proposals

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The Palace says the Yang di-Pertuan Agong will meet with the other Malay Rulers at Istana Negara soon to discuss proposals by Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin to fight Covid-19.

Istana Negara’s Comptroller of the Royal Household Datuk Ahmad Fadil Shamsuddin, in a statement released from Kuantan today, said Muhyiddin’s proposals were presented yesterday at a 5.00pm session following a special Cabinet meeting.
“In the session which lasted around an hour and a half, Al-Sultan Abdullah had been briefed on the proposals which had been reached by the Special Cabinet Meeting for the consideration and permission of His Highness for them to be carried out.
“As was informed, Al-Sultan Abdullah fully understands the need for the continuity of the country’s administration to combat the threat of the covid-19 epidemick memerangi ancaman wabak Covid-19,” read the statement.
It continued by stating the Agong’s hope that the rakyat would remain calm, not panic and be patient in facing the current situation while awaiting the decision on the proposals.
KENYATAAN MEDIAKDYMM SERI PADUKA BAGINDA YANG DI-PERTUAN AGONG BERKENAN MENERIMA MENGHADAP YAB PERDANA MENTERI LANJUTAN DARIPADA MESYUARAT KHAS KABINET pic.twitter.com/JPpXlbDkRK— MAJLIS KESELAMATAN NEGARA JABATAN PERDANA MENTERI (@MKNJPM) October 24, 2020

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How Malaysian Students Make Selling Turkish Sweets A Lucrative Side-Hustle

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It’s fun to study overseas because you can experience a new environment.

However, as a student, money is a challenge.
But given that they are still young and still have energy, this is the ideal time to practice being independent, especially financially.
For Malaysian students in Turkey, bringing in the following ‘treasures’ from the country to Malaysia is one of the most effective sources of earning cash.
Alia Najihah Ahmad Sabri, an Islamic Sciences student from Fatih Sultan Mehmet Vakif University in Istanbul, is among those who joined the bandwagon.
She shared with The Rakyat Post on some the hottest commodities which are coveted by Malaysians back home.
1. Turkish Delight
What’s so delightful about Turkish delight?
More commonly known as lokum in Turkey, the Turkish delight is a seriously delicious dessert which has a smooth texture and is pleasant to eat.
The word lokum comes from Arabic rahat-al huqum, which means ‘comfort for the throat’.
Introduced since the time of the Ottomans, Turkish delights are made from starch and refined sugar, not unlike gummy candies.
The super-popular, super-sweet confection is often given as a present and is best served with coffee or tea.
 It is typically available in a cube shape with many different flavours and coverings, such as coconut flakes, pistachio, rose petals, mastic, fruits, satsuma and icing sugar.
Malaysian students can purchase the delicacies from as low as 60 liras (RM26) per kilogram and sell it for more than RM100 per kg back home.
Prices vary according to brand, type and flavour, with the more expensive lokum fetching up to 250 liras (RM150) per kg at cost price.
Turkish delights comes in various flavours.
2. Zultanite
Named in honour of the 36 Sultans of the Ottoman Empire, zultanites are mined only in the İlbir mountains of southwest Turkey’s remote Anatolian Mountains.
One of the rarest stones on earth, zultanite changes colour depending on the light source. Zultanite changes colour in daylight, indoor light and even candlelight.
The colour varies between yellowish green, also light gold, and purplish pink.
The stones are also said to have beneficial healing powers that can stimulate the mind. It is also said to have incredible energy that is known to help age-related memory loss.
Due to its high price (high-quality zultanite can fetch up to USD200 per carat), many consumers settle for much cheaper synthetic zultanites.
A zultanite silver ring.
3. Leather jacket
Turkish leather has a legacy of hundreds of years and has been flourishing since then.
Turkey is, in fact, one of the biggest producers of high-quality leather products in the world.
Prices vary according to quality, but it’s definitely cheaper than in Malaysia.
These leather jackets often enjoy tremendous demand and feature several advantages but there are a lot of fake jackets being sold in Turkey.
As a rule of thumb, if a product seems too cheap to be made from natural leather, it’s probably because it’s not.
Of course, nowadays, many synthetic materials can successfully replace the leather, and some probably even prefer them.
Accordingly, the cheapest leather jacket start from around 300 liras (RM130) and can be easily sold for more than RM500 in Malaysia.
A leather jacket shop in Istanbul.
Another Malaysian student, Nuramirah Shahrin, said the profit had declined for the students somewhat over the years.
The lesser profit is due to rising airline fees for extra baggage. On the other hand, Malaysians benefit from a weak lira.Nuramirah Shahrin, Phd in History student from Ibn Haldun University
Malaysian students tried to bring in smartphones, but it only lasted for a while until it was discovered that imported phones in Turkey have to be registered with the authorities or the phone will be blocked after three months of use.
Accordingly, the registration fee is around 2006 liras (RM870).

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New math calculations could help find MH370 wreck

A team of researchers armed with calculations of more than 3,000 virtual squares of buoys claim their new model could narrow down the search for Malaysia Airlines flight MH370.

Possible motion of marine debris produced by the crash of Malaysian Airlines Flight MH370.(Pic Credit: Newsweek)

The Markov chain model that was published in the Chaos Journal estimates that the crash site now extends from 33 to 17 degrees latitude along the arc of the last satellite of contact with the plane.
Basically it means, the location they need to be scouting for MH370 is north of the region where most search efforts have been focusing on so far.
After spending more than $ 150 million on search and rescue missions and having the biggest underwater search in history by the Australian Safety Bureau, will the Markov chain models be the answer?
The team confesses that their estimations are not foolproof for various reasons.
Among them, that only a handful of confirmed debris was recovered from the airplane over the years, which increases the error of their model.
Five years have passed since MH370 went missing in March 2014 and the fate of the 239 people on board, while are officially presumed dead, remain unknown.
Source via:1. Phys.org, April 30, 2019 (New mathematical approach tested for the search of flight MH370) 2.  Newsweek, April 30, 2019 (MH 370 Mystery: Potential Crash Site Substantially Farther North Than Search Area Identified By Scientists)


7,599 Healthcare Workers Caught Covid-19, But Only 17 Cases Were Category 3, 4 And 5, Says MOH

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Around 7,599 or 3.05% of health workers were infected with Covid-19 based on periodic screenings, says the Health Ministry (MOH).

However, Health Director-General Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah said on Facebook that out of the total, only 17 cases or 0.22% were in placed in Categories 3, 4 and 5.
We have also been informed of two deaths in category five.Health Director-General Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah
According to MOH, here’s how patients are categorised:
Category 1: No symptomsCategory 2: Symptomatic without lung infectionCategory 3: Symptomatic with lung infectionCategory 4: Symptomatic with lung infection and need oxygen supplementationCategory 5: Critical patients with multiple organs complications
In total, he said, 248,874 healthcare workers have been fully vaccinated.
Based on the graph, most of the cases reported were in Category 2 with 67.6% of all the infections, followed by Category 1 with 32.2%.

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Man Shocked At RM250 Ang Pow Request On Wedding Invite

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In Chinese culture, giving an ang pow at a wedding dinner is customary and expected.

However, the amount to give can be a bone of contention.
In some cases, guests may feel pressure to give a certain amount of money in their ang pow, which can be stressful and uncomfortable.
Recently, a couple printed the amount they wanted on the ang pow attached to their wedding dinner invitation card, according to Oriental Daily.
One of the guests was taken aback and shared it on social media.
He brought his wife and two children to attend the wedding banquet held in Rawang recently.
The total amount of ang pow he had to give was RM1,000.

In addition, the couple’s bank and Touch and Go (TnG) account numbers are also provided with the ang pow.
It was supposed to make it convenient for guests to transfer money, in which case guests are requested to print the receipt and put it in the red envelope so that the counter staff can confirm it.
The man questioned if such a “wedding package” is the trend in Rawang now.
A Fresh Look At Traditions
A netizen commented on a list of “rules” on the invitation, including “no alcohol is served, and guests must bring their own.”
Others commented that the couple should not hold an expensive wedding banquet if they do not have the means.
They said the wedding banquet is a sincere celebration with family and friends, not an occasion for “doing business”.
Some jokingly asked if there was any discount for senior citizens.
There’s a reason why Chinese people call a wedding invitation surat saman. Memang rasa macam kena saman. There is pressure to give a lot. Ang pow amount is recorded in a book for kira-kira. So most would find out cost of the dinner (easy with hotels) and pay at least that.— thatsmyfullname (@thatsmyfullname) June 29, 2022
Tips kahwin, make a lot of chinese friends.Reason: Chinese/Thai bg angpow banyak.My wedding (xtermasuk hantaran)-RM80000Duit ‘Ang Pow’-RM90000 https://t.co/XVuROnxXAf— -Sup- (@sboonratana) February 29, 2020
Generally, the amount of money given in an ang pow for a Chinese wedding dinner depends on your relationship with the couple and your financial ability.
It also depends on where the banquet is held and the estimated price per table.
If you are attending with a spouse or partner, giving a higher amount is appropriate than attending alone.
Ultimately, the amount given is a personal decision based on your circumstances and the customs of the local community.
READ MORE: RM2,200 Per Table: Facebook User Slams Wedding Guests For Giving Out Less Than RM300 In Ang Pows

A TVB drama depicting conflicts arising from expectations for the wedding ang pow. (Video: TVB USA)

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The NEW Hot Wheels Japan Historics 3 ‘Japanese Legendary Car’ collection revealed at AOS 2019

Things were blazing last weekend as Hot Wheels Malaysia unveiled the new Japan Historics 3 Series collection, its latest set of one of a kind collectable diecast car models at the Art of Speed 2019 Autoshow in MAEPS, Serdang.

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The reveal saw a fiery assembly of five â€œLegendary Japanese Carsâ€, inspired by the feverish custom car culture from the land of the rising sun.

 The Japan Historics 3 â€œLegendary Japanese Carsâ€ featuring model Nissan Skyline Kdr 30, Nissan Silvia CSP 311, 1968 Mazda Cosmo Sport, 85 Honda City Turbo II and 1975 Datsun Sunny Truck B120(Image Credit: Hot Wheels Malaysia)

Heating the launch, even more, was the appearance of two life-sized custom cars from the new lineup!
A sexy-red Nissan Skyline R31 and a sleek, bright orange Honda City Turbo II which had fans (this writer included…) completely drooling over it.

From left – Art of Speed founder Asep Ahmad, Hot Wheels Global Lead designer of Premium and Collector Segment Steve Vandervate, and Mattel Southeast Asia marketing head Chris Chan(Image Credit: Hot Wheels Malaysia)

The show kept sizzling away with the official Hot Wheels Diecast custom car design competition.
The contest gave Hot Wheels enthusiasts a chance to show off their creative customizing skills by making their very own personalized custom car.
Judged by the detailed eye of Steve Vandervate, the companyâ€™s global lead designer, the competition saw contestant Mohammad Al-Hafiz grabbing both the 1st and 3rd place title with his explosive miniature Honda City Turbo and steaming Porsche 993 Petronas Livery.

Contestants Mohammad Al-Hafiz and Mohammad Shahmi Shahiran with judge, Steve Vandervate(Image Credit: Hot Wheels Malaysia)

 (Image Credit: Hot Wheels Malaysia)

 (Image Credit: Hot Wheels Malaysia)

While another contender, Mohammad Shahmi Shahiran, became the runner up with the entry of his furious Bone Shaker Custom model car.
 (Image Credit: Hot Wheels Malaysia)
Taking time to mingle with fans (and signing autographs…) of the famous toy company, Steve briefly spoke about his fiery fun career.

Having more than a decade’s worth of Hot Wheels designing under his belt, Steve was humbled by the passion and interest shown by Malaysians towards these tiny toy clunkers.

(Image Credit: Hot Wheels Malaysia)

He mentioned that in recent times, more people had jumped on the bandwagon as compared to his childhood years playing with toys.
Nowadays, playing with cars was no longer considered to be an exclusively â€œboyâ€ thing to do.

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â€œIt’s good for the culture, you don’t need these hard lines between men and women and what people are expected to do, you know.”
“You do what you want to do!”
Hot Wheels global lead designer Steve Vandervate at AOS 2019
The Japan Historics line of cars is scheduled to be out sometime in 2020.
Be sure to keep an eye out and collect them all!


Face Masks No Longer Mandatory Even Indoors, Says KKM

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Face masks will no longer be required while indoors, announced the Health Ministry today.
According to their statement, although face masks will no longer be mandatory, premise owners are allowed to enforce the face mask requirement if they want to, such as in private areas like shopping malls, shops, or restaurants.
Kenyataan Media Kementerian Kesihatan MalaysiaSemakan Semula Keperluan Pemakaian Pelitup Muka pic.twitter.com/X2qCCDGO3N— KKMalaysia🇲🇾😷 (@KKMPutrajaya) September 7, 2022
Additionally, there are some areas where face masks will still be required:
If you are Covid-positiveWhen in healthcare facilities such as hospitals, clinics, nursing homesWhen riding public transportation such as busses, trains, taxis, e-hailing rides
The Health Ministry still highly recommends wearing a face mask when you are
At crowded places such as a pasar malam, stadium, malls, etcIf you are feeling sick or unwell with fever, cough, sore throat, or other symptoms (even if it is not Covid)Someone at high-risk such as the elderly, young children, the immuno-compromised, with existing chronic illnessesWith someone at high-risk
Other than that, wearing face masks will be optional for the public, both in indoor and outdoor situations.

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[Watch] Tiktoker Advised Parents To Check NICU Cost And It Triggered A Conversation Online

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Expecting parents have always been told that giving birth in a private hospital is better than going to a public hospital.

The advice is mainly due to the common assumption that the facilities in private hospitals are better, although it costs way more.
To get an idea of how expensive childbirth can be, Tiktok user @reinalum recently advised expecting parents to consider NICU costs if they decide to deliver the baby in a private hospital.
For those who are unfamiliar with the term, NICU stands for newborn intensive care unit. NICU provides round the clock care for sick or premature babies.
Reina Lum shared a conversation she overheard when she was in the emergency room. She added that she could hear everything because only a white curtain separated them.
  @reinalum I had NO IDEA 😢 @andorrahospitalofficial   ##pregnancy ##hospitalbill ##momsoftiktok ##fypmalaysia ##malaysia ##tiktokmalaysia ##pregnancyjourney ♬ Dreamy – Elijah Lee
While Reina was there, a couple came in and the wife was in premature labour. The woman was 34 weeks in and was told by the nurse that there was a 50-50 chance that the baby might need to be put into NICU.
The hospital that they were in did not have its own NICU but it had an agreement with another private hospital to take babies in need of extra care.
Of course, the parents were worried about their baby. However, the nurse asked whether the couple wants to find out the cost of NICU first.
The couple was told that it would cost them RM5,000 per day. It was then when Reina said she could feel the whole mood in the room change.
Hearing the price per night was also shocking to Reina because it wasn’t something she thought about until now.
I just can’t believe it because I just gave birth happily and didn’t even consider all of this.Reina Lum
Netizens commented to share their experience and helped debunk some myths about public hospitals too.
A netizen wrote that it’s better to go to the government hospital if you’re having high-risk pregnancy because the hospital has all the specialists at hand.

Another person commented that government hospitals aren’t as bad as people think, pointing out the friendly staff in PPUM and how it’s kinder to the pocket.
A netizen also shared that her sister had placenta previa and only needed to pay RM200 instead of RM2.2k when she transferred to Hospital Selayang from Gleneagles.

Some parents shared how they only paid RM1.50 a day to put their infant in a government NICU. A stark contrast to the fees quoted for private hospitals.

An experienced mother recommends expecting mothers choose a hospital with a blood bank, NICU and all the necessary facilities in case both mother and baby experience complications during birth.

The thing about giving birth is that we can never predict what can happen.
A mother shared that she had no choice but to put her baby in NICU for 34 days due to her high-risk pregnancy.

This whole conversation on Tiktok further shows that it’s advisable for expecting parents to choose which hospital best suits their needs and prepare a backup plan just in case things go south.

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Covid-19: Over Half ICU Nurses In Sabah Hospital Forced To Quarantine After Colleague Tests Positive

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According to a report, the medical frontliners at the Queen Elizabeth II Hospital’s intensive care unit (ICU) ward in Kota Kinabalu are under immense pressure with over half of their nurses in quarantine after a colleague tested positive for Covid-19.

What you need to know: Malaysiakini reported that 40 of the 66 nurses in the ICU ward have been forced into quarantine. A source told the news site that the infected staff was believed to have been infected from outside the hospital (community infection).
Who said what: Health Minister Datuk Seri Adham Baba confirmed with Malaysiakini that “all precautionary and treatment measures have been undertaken” and that “medical staff have been mobilised.”
Why it matters: The vast majority of Malaysia’s Covid-19 cases are in Sabah with over 2,000 patients in treatment. Kota Kinabalu currently has 343 active cases. While the Queen Elizabeth II Hospital is not a Covid-19 hospital, it is tasked to take all non-Covid-19 ICU patients from Queen Elizabeth I Hospital in Kota Kinabalu. A short-staffed ICU tending to critically ill-patients is a matter of life and death and this would limit Queen Elizabeth I Hospital’s capacity for critically ill Covid-19 patients.

Read more:
Sabah nurse infected with Covid-19, KK Hospital ICU crippled (Malaysiakini)

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“Just Escort VVIPs & Don’t Bother People” Parti Aspirasi Sains Malaysia Slams Police For Calling Up Central Executive Member

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The police should stop intimidating the people for merely voicing their opinion, says Parti Aspirasi Sains Malaysia (Sains).

This came after one of its central executive member Noor Jehan Abu Bakar, who is also the Head of Pahang Malaysian Nature Society (MNS) was called up by the men in blue for questioning after she allegedly insulted Pahang Regent Tengku Hassanal Ibrahim Alam Shah Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah in the now-deleted Twitter thread.
“Sains believes that Puan Jehan, who is also Sains central executive member, did not commit any wrongdoing. The whole party is in solidarity with her and we urge authorities to immediately stop intimidating people who are only expressing their thoughts,” Sains said in a statement.
[KENYATAAN KHAS] 25 Julai 2022 – Solidariti Bersama Puan Jehan Bakar (@KucingKuncitara), Hentikan Intimidasi Terhadap Suara Rakyat pic.twitter.com/mqIJerAYTL— Parti Aspirasi Sains Malaysia (SAINS) 🪐 (@PASSPusat) July 25, 2022
In an apparent jibe to the police force, Sains suggest for the cops to direct their energy and effort to escort “VVIP who has been convicted for charges which have been dubbed to be the biggest kleptocratic crime in the world”.
Yesterday, Noor Jehan was called to the Kuantan district police headquarters to record her statement over a Twitter post that allegedly insulted the Pahang regent which was posted on 18 July.
She allegedly claimed that the Pahang regent and several other high-ranking officers were two hours late for the Buffer Zone Ecosystem Restoration Programme which was held in Pantai Chenor, Kemaman, Terengganu on the same date.
Several people saw red to her Twitter post and police reports were subsequently lodged against Noor Jehan for tarnishing the image of the Pahang regent, as well as the tree-planting event organizer, Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) and the Kuantan City Council.
However, Tengku Hassanal apologised to Noor Jehan for being late to the event through Instagram, stating that he was not feeling well on the morning of the event and had to take precautions for everyone’s safety.
Thank you.Mak appreciate it pic.twitter.com/1Om5txbFa6— 🐈🐈🐈🐈🐈 (@KucingKuncitara) July 26, 2022
After getting her statement recorded yesterday, Noor Jehan said that she was being investigated under Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 as well as Section 500 and 505(b) of the Penal Code.
Dah siap at 4.15.Mak disiasat bawak sek 500 dan 505(b) of Kanun Kesiksaan dan seksyen 233 SKMMIO is inspector Raj dr IPD Kuantan— 🐈🐈🐈🐈🐈 (@KucingKuncitara) July 25, 2022

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Doctor Explains Why More Men Are Dying From Covid-19

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Men, the elderly, and smokers are most at-risk for Covid-19. We’ve known that since the start. In the beginning of the outbreak, this was the observed pattern. Death rates for men were significantly higher than for women in all countries affected.
It makes sense that a respiratory disease would be more fatal to those who have a weakened respiratory system, like smokers and the elderly. But why men?
Dr Sara Kayat, a UK-based practising NHS and private GP, shared some of her theories as to why the novel coronavirus appears deadlier for men.
1. Hand-washing habits
The World Health Organisation has continually advised to frequently wash your hands with soap as the best and most cost-effective method to control the spread of Covid-19.
However, studies suggest that men tend to wash their hands with soap less often than women. While a recent study concluded that on average, most countries’ hand-washing habits increased, there was still a noted difference as 57% of women were more likely to adopt increased hand-washing and hand-sanitising behaviour, compared to just 51% of men.
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2. Reluctant to seek help
Men tend to not seek help, and this includes medical advice as well. Studies show that they are less likely to acknowledge illness and less likely to visit a healthcare professional when they are sick.
Studies suggest that being ill is regarded as ‘weak’, while risk-taking behaviours are a masculine trait, indicating that men would rather bet on recovering from the illness on their own instead of seeking medical help.
3. Immune system responses
Women’s bodies provoke a greater immune response to viral attacks then men. Women are generally able to quickly clear a virus and reduce its viral load faster than men due to a more efficient immune system.
It’s also the reason why women are more likely to suffer greatly from autoimmune conditions, where “self-reactive” antibodies produced end up attacking the body’s own tissue.
However, in the case of Covid-19, men’s slower immune system would be less effective in clearing out the virus.
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4. Hormones
Studies have shown that a person’s immunity to viruses changes with hormone concentrations in the body. For women, this is affected by the menstrual cycle, contraception, pregnancy, or menopause.
It’s proposed that the female hormone oestrogen may contribute to immunity. The theory was tested in mice, where female mice had their ovaries removed and treated with a chemical that blocked the effects of oestrogen. These mice were then found to be more susceptible to SARS than regular female mice, implying the oestrogen hormone’s protective effect.
Since SARS and Covid-19 share 79% of the same genetic sequencing, it’s possible that the same effect could apply to Covid-19.
5. X chromosomes
A study shows that a significant number of gene regulating immune response is coded into our X chromosomes. While the concept is still theoretical, it may explain why the male and female immune system functions differently.
Women have two X chromosomes (XX) while men have only one (XY), so it’s possible that the second X chromosomes that women have confers some sort of immunity advantage.
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Of course, these are just possible theories to explain the significant different in death rate between men and women afflicted with Covid-19. However, all these factors possibly play a part.
The important thing to do now is to take care, wash your hands, and abide by the movement control order to prevent further spread of Covid-19.

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