“It’s HFMD, Not Monkeypox” Says Health Ministry

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A recent viral photo showing a child in Malaysia allegedly suffering from monkeypox has been proven to be incorrect.

READ MORE: KKM Says Haven’t Received Any Reports Of A Child With Monkeypox
The Health Ministry (KKM) confirmed that the 3-year-old child in question is infected with the Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease (HFMD).
The child has been brought to a government health clinic in Batu 14, Selangor, for examination after the child displayed symptoms such as a fever on 13 May and broke out in rashes on 16 May.
The rashes later became blisters on 19 May before rupturing on 21 May.

The toddler is currently getting treatment and monitored at Hospital Kuala Lumpur.
Two samples were taken and brought to the National Public Health Laboratory for testing over several types of viruses, including HFMD and smallpox.
The test results confirmed HFMD positive for Coxsackie A6 virus and negative for monkeypox as well as other viruses tested.Health DG Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah

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Perak Tracing & Screening People Who Had Contact With A Nurse Infected With Covid-19

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The Perak Health Department (JKN) is tracing and screening people who had close contact with an infected nurse from a government clinic in Ipoh.

The nurse was tested positive for Covid-19 on Saturday, August 8 and has been admitted to the hospital for treatment.
Checks on the nurse’s family found that they were negative for the virus and authorities are investigating the source of the infection.
Reportedly a man had taken to social media to complain about how the nurse was still on duty despite being sick.
Supposedly the man was unsatisfied by the fact that his family had to undergo Covid-19 screenings after having contact with the nurse in question.
Perak State Health Director Datuk Dr. Ding Lay Ming did confirm that the nurse had been sick and was showing influenza like symptoms, but was not identified as a Covid-19 patient under investigation (PUI).
Dr. Ding explained that the nurse had no prior contact history with positive Covid-19 cases and had followed standard operating procedures (SOP) while on duty.
As of date, Perak has recorder over 260 positive cases of Covid-19 including 6 deaths.
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Covid-19: Perak Health Department tracing close contacts of virus positive nurse
JKN Perak kesan kontak rapat dirawat anggota kesihatan positif COVID-19


‘Muslim-Only’ SPM Workshop Controversy Solved Amicably, Says School’s PTA

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Previously, there was an uproar regarding an SPM workshop that was allegedly for Muslim students only of SMK Infant Jesus Convent in Johor Bahru.

An investigation by the Education Ministry (MoE) found that there was no conscious element of racial discrimination against SPM candidates but the matter was communicated poorly by the school.
READ MORE: Did A Johor School Exclude Non-Muslim Students For Its SPM Workshop?
The school’s parent-teacher association (PTA) said the controversy has come to an amicable conclusion.
Lessons have been learned and the school’s principal Ande Noor Munawarah Bachok promised that the flow of information would be transparent and made known to all moving forward.
The PTA said everyone involved had apologised and was accepted by the committee.
In a statement, the PTA also shared details of its findings and the measures needed to avoid such a situation again.
The PTA found that there was no due process in the approval and organisation of the SPM workshop, which was held only for Muslim students at a hotel on 19 and 20 January.
The workshop was separated into a series so as not to disturb students who are celebrating Chinese New Year.
The workshop was planned when the performance of Malay students in the trial exams was concerning and the school didn’t want the poor performance to affect the school’s overall SPM performance.
Unfortunately, the PTA committee members were not informed about the programme that was conducted in cooperation with the Johor Bahru district education department (PPD).
Based on reports, the SPM workshop did not only cover Islamic topics but also Chemistry and Additional Mathematics.
The PTA also added that two more programmes were organised on 26 and 27 January, with the first held in the school for all Form 5 students, while the second one at a hotel was for 21 students who had failed or ‘near misses’ in their exams.
Sadly, the due process was again forgotten regarding the organisation of the 27 January programme.
The improved, next steps to be taken
For future reference, the organising and staging of such events and programmes, right from the initial planning stages, will be forwarded to all PTA members.
The SMK IJ Convent WhatsApp chat group will be completely transparent, with guidelines on ethical communication within the group made known to all.SMK Infant Jesus Convent Johor Bahru PTA
The PTA committee will also ensure that all future school events or programmes will be conducted fairly and equally for all students, heeding the call made by the Sultan of Johor, Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar.

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Malaysian Actresses Janna Nick And Amelia Henderson Come Under Fire For Mocking Work-Life Balance

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Malaysian actress Janna Nick has come under serious fire for mocking those who want a work-life balance.

In a video posted by @studiosembang, Janna is seen discussing the topic of having a work-life balance with fellow actress Amelia Henderson.

https://twitter.com/studiosembang/status/1642138943033577477?s=20

I always realise that the generation nowadays wants to have a work-life balance. I am sorry but I only got a work-life balance when I turned 28 after I had a certain amount (of savings), after buying two houses and after I had a car.Janna Nick via @studiosembang
She added that she was not trying to show off by listing out her achievements but instead was trying to put out the message that she “could only relax after securing certain things in her life”.
If you have yet to achieve even the first goal in your life, you don’t ever think of having a work-life balance unless your parents are rich or you want to marry a rich man. Then you can do that.Janna Nick via @studiosembang
Amelia, who was also in the video, was seen agreeing and laughing along with Janna.
Since going viral, the video has sparked the anger of netizens on social media, with many alleging the two had mocked those wanting to preserve their mental health while working.
Twitter user @TheVenusDarling said:
I wish nothing but hell for people who normalise struggling economically and then flexing that they went through the same thing and came out alright. Not everyone can survive it and that shouldn’t be normal. Some of us a disabled and struggle just staying alive. You might as well tell me that I should just be dead at this point because I haven’t suffered at work as much as you have.@TheVenusDarling via Twitter
She added:
Unless you’re contributing to the conversation by calling out exploitative work practices, you should not speak. Normalising ‘the grind’ makes it look like we’re asking to be exploited. You are holding back our progress in the fight for liveable wages.@TheVenusDarling via Twitter
Another Twitter user @meili_tann said:
Glorifying overworking and disregarding a person’s mental health is just not it. Not everybody wants that hustle life. What’s wrong with wanting work life balance?? I believe having work life balance gives you better results in life. Not everybody wants to buy 2 houses at the age of 28.@meili_tann via Twitter
Meanwhile, Twitter user @bandten said:
The fact that she literally has mental health issues while advocating hustle culture over work-life balance doesn’t make it sound any better.@bandten via Twitter
Coming to her friend’s rescue, Amelia later posted a series of tweets attempting to explain to netizens that Janna was not mocking the culture of having a work-life balance.
In her tweet she said:
Janna wasn’t laughing at anyone who wants to achieve a work-life balance. She’s laughing because only she knows how much WORK she had to put in to achieve her own work life balance. When you come from a difficult financial background, before you have the room to consider having a work-life balance, you first have to think about how to put food on the table for you and your family. That’s where she’s coming from.Amelia Henderson via Twitter
She further noted that everyone has opinions and acknowledged that there are some people who do not seek out financial goals in life and said that that is okay.
But this episode is about Jana, her life and her journey. I agree with what Jana said. I think there will be people out there who do as well. take what resonates only, if this view of life is not what you agree with, that’s ok, your opinion is right for you!! this is just a different one, and if it doesn’t suit you, nobody is forcing you to agree ok?Amelia Henderson via Twitter
These tweets further riled up netizens.
Twitter user @kiminoriii said:
“I am so sorry Amelia, but to me, it seems like she did find the idea of wanting to have a work-life balance as something funny. I am sorry that our generation wants the best for both our career and mental health. if your mental health’s ruined, your career will follow suit. She straight up laughed after stating the ‘generation sekarang ni nak work-life balance’ and then she stopped and started laughing. Dia bolehlah nak achieve that by the age of 28. most of us, yang marhaen ni dahlah underpaid. Janna needs to see a bigger scope.”@kiminoriii via Twitter
Another Twitter user @wahi_x said:
Amelia, she is obviously laughing at “nowadays generation wanting work life balance” no matter how many times i replay the conversation, tu yang i faham. If she wants to talk about her difficult life, why should she mention specifically the present generation and people’s choices of wanting work life balance? It is either you sendiri tak faham apa yang you sembang dalam tu atau you’re just insensitive. We get it yall not from rich families. SO DO US. We all have our difficulties. You shouldn’t think you suffer so much more sampai you boleh borak camtu.@wahi_x via Twitter

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Malaysia Stops Refuelling For Iranian Airlines, So No More Direct Flights From KL To Tehran

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Due to U.S. sanctions, Iranian airlines will no longer be able to refuel in Malaysia.

As a result, they will no longer fly direct from the Iranian capital Tehran to Malaysian airports.
According to Iran International, the refuelling companies at Malaysian airports buy their fuel from U.S. companies.
As such, they would be penalised if they refuel planes from the Islamic Republic.
Flights by all Iranian airlines to Malaysia will completely stop as of Saturday, August 23, due to impact of sanctions on refueling Iranian planes.https://t.co/dFR4epm1Ec— Iran International English (@IranIntl_En) August 12, 2022
Iranian airline Mahan Air was sanctioned in 2008 by the U.S. due to its connection to the Quds Force of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard, which specializes in unconventional warfare and military intelligence operations.
Despite the 2008 sanction, Iranian airlines continued to fly in several countries, including Malaysia.
BBC’s twitter account has now 14 tweets on the alleged role of the Iranian Mahan Air in spreading Corona virus in Iraq, Lebanon, UAE,Turkey, Malaysia and Thailand. Is it pure coincidence that last week Pompeo was urging an end to overflight rights for Mahan flying to Venezuela? pic.twitter.com/VSJ3sYufnO— saman peiro (@samanpeiro) May 6, 2020
Recently, the secretary of Iran’s Aviation Companies Association, Maghsoud Asadi-Samani, said Mahan Airlines would operate the last Iranian flight to Kuala Lumpur.
The end of the route would undoubtedly be sad news for travellers and a major loss for Iranian aviation as Malaysia is a significant base in Southeast Asia.
The Kuala Lumpur-Tehran flight was quite popular, with two to three flights per week before the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020.
After the travel sector reopened, Mahan Air retained a weekly service, flight W583, between Tehran Iman Khomeini International Airport and Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA).
Hi I would like to ask is it true that you asked Malaysia to stop the Mahan air flights to KL? How supposedly people should travel! 🤐😪— Sami (@Sam_49a) August 2, 2022
Some said Malaysia Airlines and AirAsia should take over the eight-hour route from Mahan Air to circumvent the sanction.
Now that the only #Mahan flight from #Iran to #Malaysia has been completely canceled due to the embargo on #airplane fuel, it is better for Malaysia Airlines to establish this direct flight so that no one will be on the flight for 24 to 52 hours due to an 8-hour flight. #airasia— حسين امامي (@Meshkan2) August 12, 2022
War On Terror
In 2018, the U.S. sanctioned the airline’s ticketing agency in Malaysia, Mahan Travel and Tourism Sdn Bhd, for being involved with the Iranian Regime.
All assets and interests related to this Malaysia-based company inside U.S. jurisdiction were confiscated.
Today the U.S. Dept of Treasury designated Mahan Travel & Tourism Sdn Bhd, a Malaysia-based General Sales Agent (GSA), for acting for/on behalf of Mahan Air, an Iranian airline previously designated in connection w/ #Iran’s support for terrorism. https://t.co/P03OoNXzOx pic.twitter.com/sWVN2Az62N— Security Studies Group (@SecStudiesGrp) July 9, 2018
It’s not the first time that Malaysia has been caught in the crossfire.
In 2010, Petronas had to stop supplying petrol to Iran due to the threat of U.S. sanctions on oil firms
In 2019, a tanker carrying Iranian fuel oil had to lie offshore in Malaysia due to oil trading restrictions on Iran.
It has been alleged that Malaysia helps circumvent the sanctions by helping sell Iranian oil through its port to East Asian countries.

https://twitter.com/chigrl/status/1495871713569128456

Since May 2019, when Trump reimposed sanctions on Iran’s oil sector, the value of China’s declared oil imports from Malaysia has consistently outpaced the *total value of Malaysia’s oil production*. Every month, China is buying around $500m worth of extra “Malaysian” oil. pic.twitter.com/Hdz2crRl0F— Esfandyar Batmanghelidj (@yarbatman) January 24, 2021
US has been unsuccessful in its sanctions ag Iran & Within past 5 months, we have been able to improve our economic conditions despite US maximum pressure.Relations with Malaysia R very important for Iran:#Iran‘s President, Rouhani to #Malaysia‘s PM, Mahathir in Kuala lumpur. pic.twitter.com/FI8Sp3jJm9— Iran_Newsroom (@Iran_NewsRoom) December 18, 2019

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Malaysia Leads Initiative To Nominate Kebaya For Unesco’s Intangible Heritage List

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The Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture (Motac) will be leading an initiative to nominate ‘Kebaya: Knowledge, Skills, Traditions and Practices” under the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organisations’s (Unesco) Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity for 2023.

According to Malay Mail, the nomination effort is to ensure the kebaya remains protected through the delivery of knowledge, promotional efforts, and documentation or research efforts with the support of the other countries involved in the nomination.
Malaysia will be doing this alongside Brunei, Indonesia, Singapore, and Thailand since the kebaya represents and celebrates a shared historical legacy and it’s still worn across Southeast Asia.

The kebaya is an item of clothing that symbolises a cultural legacy and the identification of the Malays, Peranakan (Chinese, Baba Nyonya, Chetti, Siamese, Kristang) and other communities in Malaysia as well as countries in Southeast Asia.
The Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture (Motac)

Motac said the kebaya also fulfils the definition of intangible cultural heritage elements as it includes traditional weaving skills such as embroidery and sewing techniques to create this traditional women’s clothing.
Unesco’s decision regarding the nomination will be finalized in the 19th Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage next year.
Initially, Indonesia wanted to pursue the nomination on its own. According to CNN Indonesia, the Daily Chairperson of the Indonesian National Commission for UNESCO (KNIU), Dr. Itje Chodidjah, said Indonesia would have to wait until the 2030s if they wanted to go at it alone.
She said nominating the kebaya together with the other countries is a form of soft diplomacy.
Joint effort to promote the kebaya
Malaysia hosted the first physical workshop in Port Dickson in November last year while the second workshop was held in Jakarta in February 2023. During this time, the nomination form was updated in line with a new format Unesco had introduced.
Singapore then held an online workshop last month to finalise the contents of the nomination form.
The kebaya’s cultural heritage
The kebaya is easily recognizable by its intricately embroidered blouse that’s usually long-sleeved. The material used to make kebaya can be semi-transparent and can be either loose-fitting or figure-hugging.
The kebaya’s silhouette is what lends an elegant and classy look to the wearer, making it a beautiful attire for formal and special events.
The kebaya has a shared heritage in Southeast Asian countries such as Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, Brunei, and Thailand.
It’s beloved by many women in this region, so much so that they will even wear it abroad. Airlines such as Malaysia Airlines and Singapore Airlines have adapted the design for their flight attendant uniforms too.
READ MORE: Did You Know Each Malaysian State Has Its Own Special Traditional Baju Designs?
READ MORE: The Fine Line Between Cultural Appropriation & Cultural Appreciation

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War Veterans Form Parti Kemakmuran Negara Because They’re Fed Up With Race-Based Parties

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Disappointed with how the country has turned up following the end of the communist insurgency in 1989, war veterans took it upon themselves to ‘repair’ the country and foster the relationship between Malaysians from all walks of life.

For a start, the group had formed Parti Kemakmuran Negara and submitted their application on 9 March last year but it was rejected by the Registrar of Societies (ROS), under the purview of the Home Minister.
Unperturbed by the rejection, the group appealed the decision and even took their case to court.
Last Wednesday, the High Court ruled that the minister must decide on the veterans’ appeal within 14 days from 21 September.
According to the group’s proposed pro-tem president, retired Brigadier General Datuk Abdullah Mohamed, race-based parties like UMNO and Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu) do not represent his men, which made up of Malaysians from various races and ethnicities.
Parti Kemakmuran Negara pro-tem president Brigadier General (R) Datuk Abdullah Mohamed. (Credit: Ahmad Zamzahuri / Malay Mail)
He added that during the communist insurgents between 1968 and 1989, Malaysian soldiers of all backgrounds stood tall side by side to defend the country.
“My wingmen throughout the years have been Malay, Indian, Dayak, Chinese; and I trusted them with my life,” Abdullah, who was a fighter pilot in the Royal Malaysian Air Force, told Malay Mail in an interview.
Abdullah also added that while the party consisted mostly of older members, the group possesses valuable skill-sets and experience that would add value to the government, including in the field of medicine, logistics and technology.
Parti Kemakmuran Negara also appeared to have identified which party to partner with should its registration be approved by ROS.
“We’ve got those skills with us, and we would go hand-in-hand with youth-based parties like Malaysian United Democratic Alliance (MUDA), where we can offer our leadership and knowledge on matters like national security and planning,” he said.
Abdullah said that while the party had held talks with MUDA and its president Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman, all negotiations are pending the home minister’s decision on the party’s registration.

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Important Bits From Ismail Sabri’s RMCO Briefing (June 12)

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As usual, our Senior Minister (Defense) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob appeared on camera today to provide his daily brief regarding the internal situation involving the nation and Covid-19.
Here are the important bits of his speech;
R&R guidelines
With the expected increase in traffic on Malaysian highways, as the public can now travel freely between interstate borders during the Recovery Movement Control Order (RMCO) period, Ismail Sabri again reminded Malaysians to maintain their etiquette in respects with the government’s standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Travelers who would be making stops at the nation’s many Rest and Service (R&R) areas are required to record their attendance either manually or with the use of the MySejahtera mobile application before they are allowed to use rest stop facilities.
R&R visitors would also need to abide by hygiene and social distancing measures while using facilities such as toilets or suraus.
Muslims are required to bring along their own prayer equipment, such as prayer mats or attire (kain pelikat and telekung) to use R&R prayer rooms as well as maintain strict hygiene when undertaking their Wudu (ritual cleansing).
Playgrounds on all R&R facilities would also be closed off to the public.
Seminars and training courses to be allowed soon
With loosened restrictions during the RMCO period, the government is now allowing meetings, talks, seminars, training courses and the likes to resume.
However, Ismail Sabri said the government was still in the midst of preparing guidelines before these events and gatherings can take place safely according to procedure.
The minister said that guidelines would be out by Monday.
Non-Muslim places of worship
As mosques and suraus are now allowing worshipers to return to religious activities, Ismail Sabri said that the government would be renewing the SOP set for other non-Muslim places of worship such as churches and temples.
Currently, non-Muslim places of worship are only allowed to operate on a limited capacity, with facilities open at least once a week to allow for religious activities to take place.
Ismail Sabri mentions that the matter would be handled by our National Unity Minister Datuk Halimah Mohamed Sadique, and announcements would be made by Monday.
Covid-19 tests validation
The public is entitled to request proof that foreign workers employed at salons and barbershops have undergone mandatory Covid-19 testing.
Ismail Sabri said store owners who refuse to cooperate would face action and asked the public to report to the authorities of any businesses that fail to comply with the rule.

Ismail Sabri also adds that despite fewer restrictions during the RMCO period, there are still people who are being caught violating SOPs.
The minister advised the public to remain vigilant during their daily life and activities and to always abide by guidelines provided by the government to avoid legal consequences and to curb the spread of Covid-19.

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Restaurant Owner Humiliates Family Who Can’t Afford Their Meal, Stranger Steps Up To Pay The Bill

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Recently, a stranger paid for a family’s food bill because he couldn’t bear to see them humiliated by the restaurant owner.

Recalling the incident through a sharing on Facebook, a man named Fahmi Huzairi said, at that time, he was enjoying a meal at a restaurant.
Suddenly he and other customers were roused up by a loud voice.
The restaurant owner was scolding an elderly customer for not having money to pay the meal bill.

Public Shaming
The uncle was with his wife, four grandchildren and three teenage and adult women.
The uncle explained to the shopkeeper that his son-in-law told the family to eat there.
But at that moment, the son-in-law had yet to arrive and could not be contacted.
Fahmi said the shopkeeper did not care and demanded that the uncle come up with RM259 for the bill.
He said the old man’s face was ashamed at being scolded in that manner.
Fahmi recalled that the situation was very different when the old man and his family arrived at the restaurant and dined.
That uncle wears a turban and a robe… his family also dresses nicely as Muslims. This is a good family, I can’t bear to see them humiliated.Netizen Fahmi Huzairi on why he decided to pay for the family.
Fahmi added that he saw the family arriving in an old Nissan Vanette van at the restaurant.
Shining The Light Into The Dark
Without hesitating, Fahmi immediately called the restaurant’s owner to calculate the bill for his meal.
At the same time, he also asked the restaurant owner to calculate the bill for the old man and his family.
He also asked the shopkeeper to apologise to the uncle and tell him that the meal was on the house.
Fahmi asked the shopkeeper not to reveal that he had paid for the bill.
He reasoned that the uncle might have family problems, made worse by being humiliated in public.
Hence, he wants the shopkeeper to apologise and restore the uncle’s dignity.
He said it is also for the good of the shopkeeper.
Because when you yell at a customer, others will start to think that this is a bad restaurant. Later they will talk about all kinds of things about your restaurant, even though I know that you are a good person.Netizen Fahmi Huzairi on his advice to the shopkeeper.
Happy Ending
Not long after, the restaurant owner went to the old man and his family’s table, and they appeared to be shaking hands and having a friendly conversation.
Later, the family got up and excused themselves in a hurry.
Meanwhile, when Fahmi tried to leave, the restaurant owner suddenly approached him to thank him.
The restaurant owner also paid back the money given by Fahmi to pay for the old man and his family.
She also told Fahmi that the uncle’s son-in-law had an accident, so he didn’t pick up the call.
Fahmi refused the restaurant owner’s offer and asked that the money be kept to pay it forward.
Kau tau konsep pay it forward? Contohnya, kita letak tabung kat kedai runcit area rumah kita tu, dan kita derma sikit sikit. Siapa yg tak mampu, kedai boleh amek duit tu utk belikan barang. Ramai miskin urban skrg ni tapi kita tak nampak. Jadi bantu mana mampu. InsyaAllah. pic.twitter.com/EcjnNg877W— Hezeri Samsuri (@HezeriSamsuri) June 17, 2021
Fahmi’s sharing has garnered over 1,600 shares on Facebook at the time of writing.
Netizens praised Fahmi’s approach, which was described as rational and commendable.
A woman even asked permission to turn the incident into an educational comic to inspire others.

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5 Important Steps After Grocery Shopping To Protect You & Your Family

As Malaysia battles the Covid-19 pandemic with a Restricted Movement Order (RMO), one stipulation is that only one representative of a family is allowed to go out to purchase daily essentials.
While many are aware of the basic protective measures of maintaining hygiene and social distancing outside the home, coming home from a supply run is just as important.
As the SARS-CoV-2 (or coronavirus in laymanâ€™s terms) is believed to survive on surfaces from 4 hours to 9 days, there is a possibility of picking up the virus from anywhere. So, the Health Ministry has issued a guideline, outlining 5 important steps to take after going grocery shopping.
Step 1: Remove your face mask, wrap it in plastic and throw away into the rubbish bin.
Step 2: Do not touch or hug children or family members.
Do not touch children or let children touch you after returning from buying essentials.(Credit: Pixabay)
Step 3: Go to the bathroom and remove your clothing. Soak the clothes in soapy water before washing.
Step 4: Shower. Thoroughly clean yourself with soap, especially your face and hands.
Step 5: Now you can meet your family!
Remember to follow the steps above to protect you and your family from Covid-19.

Hanya ketua keluarga atau seorang wakil keluarga yang dibenarkan keluar untuk membeli barang keperluan harian sepanjang tempoh Perintah Kawalan Pergerakan. pic.twitter.com/iJrLmAO8vt— KKMPutrajaya (@KKMPutrajaya) March 22, 2020

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No Mask No Problem, It’s Not Against The Law To Not Wear A Face Mask In Public

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It’s not against the law to not be wearing a mask in public during the nationwide Movement Control Order (MCO).
According to Senior Minister (Defence) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob itâ€™s up to the rakyat to assess and decide their own needs to wear personal protective gear (PPE), such as face masks and gloves when they are venturing out in public spaces during the lockdown.
Ismail Sabri made a live address to the nation from Putrajaya on April 17 explaining the confusion surrounding face mask use.
This is synonymous with whatâ€™s been repeatedly advocated by the Malaysian Health Ministry (MOH), where individuals should only wear a mask when they are sick and showing symptoms of illnesses, or dealing with infected or potentially infected people.
Itâ€™s hoped that the confusion and frustration among the public regarding the use of masks can be addressed for good and that the public should be made aware that no one has the authority to stop you out in public if youâ€™re not wearing a mask.
 MOH emphasized the importance of PPEs only to frontliners and healthcare workers tasked with handling Covid-19 patients.(Credit: Bernama/Malay Mail)
Meanwhile, the government also promised to distribute free face masks to the public.
Each Malaysian household is expected to receive a total of 4 masks each, and authorities said that mask would only be given to those who present flu-like symptoms and are visibly ill.
  There have been notable shortages of face masks and PPEs around the world and manufacturers are rushing to meet demand amid the global pandemic.(Credit: Inkstone)

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Covid-19: These Are The Klang Valley’s Largest Active, Longest-Running, And Deadliest Clusters

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Yes, we hoped that by now, the third wave of Covid-19 cases in Malaysia, which began on 20 September 2020, would start to slow down. But instead, the Health Ministry continues to report three-digit new daily cases in the Klang Valley with thousands nationwide.

With Christmas and New Years being just a week ago, we can expect that numbers will likely continue to rise. The virus is still in our community and spreading as easily as ever.
We took a look at the active clusters in the Klang Valley to bring you information and some insight on the Covid-19 situation here.
Teratai Cluster, the largest cluster in the Klang Valley, and all of Malaysia
(Credit: Malay Mail)
Yesterday (6 January), the Teratai cluster recorded another 85 positive individuals. This brings the total number of positive cases to 6,374 out of the 9,445 screened.
At the time of writing, the cluster currently has 727 active cases, with none presently in the intensive care unit (ICU).
Approximately 5,646 people in the cluster have made full recoveries, while one person in the cluster has perished from Covid-19, Nepalese Yamnarayan Chaudhary Tharu, 29, who worked as a security guard with Top Glove, died on 12 December.
Teratai cluster information updated by the Health Ministry on 6 January (Credit: CPRC Kementerian Kesihatan Malaysia/Telegram)
The Teratai cluster was detected on 7 November 2020, involving the districts of Klang, Kuala Selangor, Petaling and Hulu Langat in the state of Selangor.
Linked to the world’s largest glove maker, Top Glove had to temporarily shut down 28 of its factories in stages due to a significant number of their factory workers becoming infected with the virus.
According to Health Director-General Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah, the cluster has since spread beyond the factory worker’s circle and grown to the second generation of infections, with cases detected in Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya and Terengganu.
Bah Manggis Cluster, the longest-running active cluster in Klang Valley
Students of SK Jelapang being scanned for their temperature before entering school. (Credit: Malay Mail)
The index case for this cluster was a woman from Kuala Langat who tested positive in Tawau, Sabah on 5 October 2020. She was then admitted to Tawau Hospital in Sabah.
Close contact tracing uncovered seven more positive individuals in Kuala Langat and the cluster was reported on 10 October 2020.
On 22 October, news outlets reported that the cluster had affected schoolchildren at a school in Negeri Sembilan which had to be temporarily closed.
The cluster also eventually involved residents of Sungai Emas Flat in Kuala Langat who were placed under a Targeted Enhanced Movement Control Order (TEMCO) from 28 October until 10 November due to several positive cases related to the cluster being detected there.
While the cluster did not record any new cases yesterday, it saw five new cases on 4 January, making its total number of positive cases 372, out of the 2,589 people screened.
The cluster currently has 62 active cases, 310 recoveries and no deaths.
Bah Manggis cluster information updated by the Health Ministry on 6 January (Credit: CPRC Kementerian Kesihatan Malaysia/Telegram)
Lestari Cluster, Klang Valley’s deadliest active cluster
Health workers testing members of the public for Covid-19 at Flat PKNS Kampung Baharu in Kuala Lumpur 12 April 2020. (Credit: Shafwan Zaidon/Malay Mail)
Reported on 13 December 2020, this cluster has resulted in the deaths of 3 people.
The index case tested positive on 8 December through the Health Ministry’s symptomatic screening. Close contact tracing discovered another 30 positive individuals out of the 351 screened.
The cluster involved high-risk individuals in Petaling, Hulu Langat, Klang and Sepang in Selangor, and Lembah Pantai in Kuala Lumpur.
Still very much infectious, the cluster recorded 2 new positive cases just yesterday (6 January), bringing its total number of affected individuals to 85, out of the total 426 screened.
It has also spread outside the Klang Valley, to Putrajaya and Negeri Sembilan.
There are still 24 active cases in this cluster, while 58 individuals have managed to recover.
Lestari cluster information updated by the Health Ministry on 6 January (Credit: CPRC Kementerian Kesihatan Malaysia/Telegram)

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MySejahtera Trace No Longer Shows “Yellow” Casual Contact Status

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The MySejahtera Trace (MySJ Trace) Covid contact tracing feature on the MySejahtera mobile app will no longer display a person’s “Casual Contact” risk status after being exposed to a positive case.

Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin Abu Bakar announced that, from now on, MySJ Trace will only provide users with a notification warning that they’ve been identified as Casual Contact.
Previously when MySJ Trace/Check-Ins detected that you were exposed to a +ve case, your risk status will change to Casual Contact (yellow). From today, your risk status will no longer change. You will get a notification instead. If you have symptoms, isolate and test. #TRIIS pic.twitter.com/QdRED1RU3Y— Khairy Jamaluddin 🇲🇾🌺 (@Khairykj) March 1, 2022
Previously, the MySJ Trace system would tell users if they’ve had Close Contact exposure with a “yellow” risk status being displayed on the app.
The minister advised those who’re identified as Close Contacts to isolate and test themselves if they have symptoms.
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Read More: If You’re Boosted, You Don’t Need To Quarantine After Close Contact

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Topping RM100,000 A Tree, Yam Tree Breeder Reaps Harvest From RM80 Investment

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There’s an old Malay saying, “tuah ayam nampak di kaki, tuah manusia tiada siapa tahu” – it literally means you can tell the fate of the chicken from its claws but not so for human beings.

That is the appropriate proverb given to an imported yam seller in Pasir Puteh, Kelantan for owning a foreign yam tree known as Alocasia New Guinea Gold.
The tree – with a magnificent golden yellow trunk and big leaves – can fetch more than RM100,000 per tree.
In other words, it is equal to a Honda Civic or Proton X70 car.
Muhamad Fathi Mat Jat and his Alocasia New Guinea Gold. (Source: Facebook)
Its owner Muhamad Fathi Mat Jat, who was met by Kosmo Online, said he bought an Alocasia New Guinea Gold at RM80 about five years ago to be used as a parent tree.
A parent tree is a tree from which a small section or scion is cut and grafted onto a rootstock to propagate a new tree.
Now, the parent tree that I have is 2.7 meters tall and according to the market, the price is over RM100,000. This parent tree is capable of producing up to 2,000 saplings at once, but I do not intend to sell them.Muhamad Fathi Mat Jat on the return of his investment
Generating Income From Exotic Yams
According to Muhamad Fathi, what’s special about the yam tree is the golden yellow texture of the tree trunk, hence the moniker ‘916 Golden Yam’ given by its fans.
He initially planted the yam species as a hobby at home but has now become a foremost supplier of the hard-to-find breed in Kelantan.
Apart from the Alocasia New Guinea Gold breed, Fathi also has other ‘luxury’ yam breeds such as Black Mabel Taro, Mojito, Mickey Way, Black Lava and also the Pharaoh’s Mask, each of which has a value of up to tens of thousands of ringgit.
The price of a yam tree is evaluated based on the art texture, shape of the tuber, the shape of the leaves, colour highlights, leaf patterns and the size of the yam.Muhamad Fathi Mat Jat on the demand for the exotic yam
An adult Alocasia New Guinea Gold. (Source: Facebook)

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WWII bomb found in Sabah safely detonated by PDRM

Talk about an explosive dayâ€¦

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A group of construction workers was almost left shell-shocked when they found an unexploded World War II bomb while working at Kota Belud, Sabah over the weekend.

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The men were conducting maintenance work at a telco communications tower in the area when a 105mm artillery shell was unearthed by an excavator sometime around noon.

Image of the large artillery ammunition(Picture Credit: Harian Metro)

The Police were quickly notified of the incendiary discovery and a bomb disposal unit from the Sabah Police HQ was dispatched to the location in a flash.

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The site along with several nearby villages around the area
were evacuated as a safety measure while the bomb squad got to work on the ordinance which measures about 50 centimeters long with a circumference of 40
centimeters.

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The bomb disposal unit was up to the task, as the whole deal was done with the device safely detonated and disposed of by 12.40pm with no injuries reported.

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As Malaysia did play a part in the historical global conflict which happened nearly a century ago, the discovery of such lost ordinances and ghostly weapons are not unheard of.

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Last January, a primary school in Kudat was temporarily closed after an unexploded WWII bomb was discovered near on school grounds.
In 2017, an old WWII explosive tragically killed a construction worker when it exploded at a Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) station which was under construction in Kuala Lumpur.
But lucky for us Malaysians, we do have a number to dial when the situation calls for dynamite solutions.

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With over 1,800 officers stationed in every state contingent across the country, the brave men and women of the PDRM bomb disposal unit are always ready to place their lives on the line to ensure public safety.
An officer in the bomb disposal unit together with the team’s bomb detecting robot(Picture Credit: Malay Mail)
Letâ€™s give it up for our pros at the bomb squad who are doing
a spark-tacular job at keeping us not in pieces.


Rosmah’s Judgment Draft ALSO Leaked, Court Seeks Police Action

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Just days after former premier Datuk Seri Najib Razak’s judgment draft was leaked before his verdict was officially announced, his wife Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor’s judgment draft was also leaked.

READ MORE: Leaked & Altered Najib Judgment Draft: Court Confirms & Lodges Police Report
Rosmah is undergoing trial for bribery. The decision for her solar hybrid graft trial at the High Court is scheduled to be delivered on September 1.
The leak of her judgment was published on the portal Malaysia Today, which is closely associated with fugitive blogger Raja Petra Kamaruddin.
Now, the court has lodged a complaint with the police, citing that these leaks are a deliberate attempt to impede the judicial process.
Rosmah is charged with soliciting RM187.5 million in bribes from contractor Saidi Abang Samsudin in 2016 and 2017 so that his company Jepak Holdings Sdn Bhd can secure a RM1.25 billion government project to supply electricity to 369 rural schools in Sarawak. Additionally, she is also accused of receiving bribes totalling RM6.5 million from Saidi.
Rosmah is charged with soliciting RM187.5 million in bribes from contractor Saidi Abang Samsudin in 2016 and 2017 so that his company, Jepak Holdings Sdn Bhd, can secure a RM1.25 billion government project to supply electricity to 369 rural schools in Sarawak.
Last week, court officials lodged a police report over the leaked draft judgment in relation to former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak’s final appeal at the Federal Court.
In a similar fashion, the alleged leaked documents were published on Raja Petra’s portal, with the Office of the Chief Registrar of the Federal Court of Malaysia insisting that it was a draft judgment that had not been finalised yet, and that the document had been modified.

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You Can Win A 5D4N Trip To Korea With the Cast Of ‘She Was Pretty’ K-drama And YouTubers Blimey!

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Listen up She Was Pretty and Blimey fans in Malaysia!

 If you have been closely following Viu’s original She Was Pretty remake by our talented Malaysian casts, you might as well join this exciting contest to win a pair of tickets to South Korea from 30 August to 4 September!
Initially a massive Korean drama, She Was Pretty is adapted into a Malaysian version starring Diana Danielle, Aiman Hakim Ridza, Alvin Chong and Daniella Sya. It is currently streaming on Viu, with two episodes every Thursday, before three episodes are released during the final week.
Also a Malaysian sensation, Blimey are YouTubers from Korea that’s been bridging the gap between Malaysian and Korean culture. They mostly focus on lifestyle vlogs, showing their experiences exploring Malaysian culture and sharing things about their cultures as well.
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The 5-day-4-night contest was announced by Blimey recently on June 21 on the drama’s launch at Tropicana Gardens Mall. One lucky winner can bring their plus one and head on to South Korea to explore more about Korean culture and tradition together with our four celebrities.
What do you have to do?
You can join this contest by following the official @ViuMalaysia and @BlimeyToYou  on Instagram and TikTok and watch out for the selected scene of She Was Pretty for the week.

Then, post a video parodying or reenacting the scene on your social media with the hashtags #SheWasPrettyMalaysia and #SheWasPrettyContest. Tag @ViuMalaysia and @Blimeytoyou too!
After that, fill in the contest form and answer this question with a short slogan of not more than 15 words.
 “I want to go on a trip to Korea with BLIMEY, Diana Danielle and Alvin because….”.
They’ll have four scenes for you to act out within the four weeks of this contest. The consistent you are with submission every week, the higher your chances are!
Currently, they’ve only released the first task of the week. Try and reenact this scene right here.
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The contest lasts from 30 June to 28 July 2022. For more details visit here.
All the best peeps!

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What To Do If Someone’s Choking In Front Of You? Panic?!?!

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Have you ever wondered why our elders always prohibit us from eating/talking/laughing quickly?

Yes, table manner is one thing but the main reason behind this is so that we don’t choke.
Choking occurs when a foreign object lodges in the throat or windpipe, blocking the flow of air and cutting the oxygen to the brain (suffocation).
Choking can be a serious hazard and can even lead to death if not treated quickly enough.
READ MORE: Lelaki Di Terengganu Maut Tercekik Sup Tulang Yang Dijamah Buat Pertama Kali
This should be taken seriously and it’s best to equip ourselves with a little knowledge on choking.
How do you know if someone’s choking?
Thanks to the founder and chairman of MedTweetMy, Khairul Hafidz (@khairul_hafidz), he explained in-depth how to notice somebody choking and how to help them.
According to Mayo Clinic, the universal sign of choking is when someone is grasping their hands on their throat.
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Here are some other indications that might help you identify the person to be choking:
Inability to talk or communicate well Difficulty breathing or noisy breathing Squeaky sounds when trying to breatheWeak or forceful coughing Skin, lips and nails turning blue or darkishSkin that flushes then turns pale or bluish in colourLoss of consciousness
Ways to save the person from choking
The key method to remember is named the Heimlich Maneuver.
Heimlich Maneuver is a technique of abdominal thrusts that helps lift your diaphragm and expel air from your lungs. This will eventually cause the foreign object to be expelled from your airway.
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Different people have different Heimlich techniques, especially if they’re pregnant women or babies.
However, the basic steps for the Heimlich Maneuver are:
Stand at the back of the person choking with one foot forward for balance.Put your hands around their waists and lean the person forward. Make a fist with one hand (thumb side in) and put it in a position above the navel of the person, below the chest. Grab the fist with your other hand and push it inward and upward at the same time, as if you’re lifting the person up. Repeat this upward thrusts 6 – 10 times until the blockage successfully comes out.
Bila kita makan di restoran & ada yang tercekik, macam mana nak bantu?Heimlish maneuver.Caranya:1. Berdiri di belakang orang itu. Letakkan satu kaki sedikit di hadapan yang lain untuk keseimbangan. Lingkarkan lengan anda di pinggang. Tundukkan orang itu sedikit ke hadapan. pic.twitter.com/tOMOLiPjKF— Khairul Hafidz (@khairul_hafidz) September 18, 2022
So, how does saving a pregnant mother differs?
For pregnant women, you can’t be placing your hands directly above the navel of the woman. You don’t want to be pushing the wrong thing outta their body, they have a baby in there!
Instead, try this:
Position your hands a little higher to their torso, around the base of their breastbone. Make the fist like earlier and grab it with your other hand.Give fast upward thrusts to the chest.
Untuk ibu mengandung, buat tujahan dada (tujahan perut untuk orang dewasa yang tak hamil).Caranya:1. Letakkan penumbuk pada bahagian tengah tulang dada orang tersebut.2. Genggam penumbuk dengan tangan yang lain3. Berikan tujahan pantas ke dada. https://t.co/KyotCfbCBe pic.twitter.com/K3nYEOYDOh— Khairul Hafidz (@khairul_hafidz) September 18, 2022
What about babies?
If the person is younger than 1 year (a baby), they are prone to choke on solid food or any foreign objects they can lay their hands on, straight into their mouths (world’s fastest hands!).
If a baby is choking, you need to follow other steps as their body is really small and fragile.

You can’t push the foreign object with your big fists, but you can use another technique such as this:
Give five back blows. Sit down and position the baby facedown on your forearm (by grabbing their jaw securely) which should be resting on your thigh. With the heel of your palm, give the baby five blows (hit them firmly) in between their shoulder blades. Give 5 chest thrusts.If that doesn’t work, position the infant face up and rest them on your thighs with their heads slightly lower than their trunk. With your index finger and middle finger, place them at the centre of their breastbone and perform five quick chest compressions around 1 to 1.5 inches in depth. Do the chest thrusts and back blows alternately until the baby coughs out the foreign object and can breathe on their own. Inspect the mouth of the baby if you can see the dislodged object. If you can see the object, carefully pull it out with your fingers.

What if you’re in a rush and suddenly choke on your breakfast?
If there’s no one there to help you, you gotta be independent! This is a life or death situation so you need to act fast.
Here’s how to perform the Heimlich Maneuver on yourself:
Place your own fist above your navel. Grab the fist with your other hand and lean forward on a hard surface (like a chair for example).Push the fists on the chair inward and upwards at the same time.
Bagaimana kalau diri sendiri tercekik dan tiada orang di sekeliling?1. Letakkan penumbuk sedikit di atas pusat.2. Pegang penumbuk sebelah tangan dan bengkok diri ke atas permukaan yang keras (contoh kerusi).3. Tolak penumbuk ke dalam dan ke atas. pic.twitter.com/zfUflmvMIE— Khairul Hafidz (@khairul_hafidz) September 18, 2022

Everyone should equip themselves with these techniques if they can. You might not know when this knowledge would come out in handy but it might save a life one day.
READ MORE: Tular Kisah Anak Kecil Maut Tercekik Rambutan, Ini Teknik Yang Ibu Bapa Harus Tahu & Praktikkan

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East Malaysian 101: An Explanation For West Malaysians

Being half Malay and half Kadazan comes with its own set of challenges and obstacles to overcome. Growing up, I was exposed to a lot of different opinions and traditions which helped guide me to find myself and become confident with the person I am today.
Living in West Malaysia, many people didn’t know what a “Kadazan” or what any other East Malaysian person looked like. Not many know that there was more than just Iban and Kadazan ethnicities in the East.
Sabah and Sarawak on the map(Credit: Hosmich via Deviantart)
People would insensitively ask whether I had to take a sampan to reach my grandparent’s house or whether there were still treehouses around in Sabah. Which doesn’t even make sense because East Malaysia is well-known for longhouses!
Once I was asked by a security guard whether I was Iban, I corrected him but he stared blankly back at me and said semua sama je (they’re all the same).
Well, they’re not.
So, here’s a little guide to help differentiate between all the East Malaysian tribes.
The Natives of Sabah
The many tribes of Sabah. (Credit: Wikipedia)
Kadazan-Dusun
The largest ethnic group in Sabah are the Kadazan-Dusun tribe, the collective name of the Kadazan and Dusun people. The Kadazan-Dusun people were headhunters who collected heads from invading enemies as proof of victory. Removing the victim’s head while alive to preserve its spirit. Performing special ceremonies to appease the head’s spirit so that it would guard their village against disaster.
In Sabah, Kadazan-Dusun is also a language that is taught to school children. Kadazan-Dusun the combination of the Kadazan and Dusun language. The two tribes also share similar momolianism beliefs in the seen and unseen material worlds. To the Kadazan-Dusun it is important to ensure the balance and order between the natural and spirit worlds.
The different Kadazan-Dusun traditional attire. (Credit: In Search of Sabah)
Bajau
The Bajau is the second-largest ethnic group, originating from Southern Philippines before moving to East Malaysia in the 16th century. Throughout the years the Bajau have remained near the water, earning their nickname as ‘Sea Gypsies’.
After living by the sea for so long, natural selection have made the Bajau genetically strong divers. Researchers have found the Bajau people have larger spleens allowing them to stay underwater for as long as 13 minutes at depths of around 200 feet.
The Linangkit design on the Bajau costume(Credit: Top Peak Travel)
Murut
Another major ethnic group in Sabah are the Murut tribe, who were the last of Sabah’s ethnic group to renounce headhunting. To the Murut, heads play a very important role in spiritual beliefs.
Collecting heads were equivalent to the amount of respect you are expected to receive and those who didn’t headhunt were heavily ostracised. The head of an enemy also symbolises that a man is worthy of marriage.
Murut women at The Legendary Quest of Arung Salamiah performance. (Credit: Great Bosing)
There are more than just these ethnic groups like the Lun Dayeh, Rungus and many more. For more information about their unique traditions and culture, you can read more about it here.
Traditional costume of the Lun Dayeh (left), and traditional costume of the Rungus (right).(Credit: Pinterest and Hive Miner)
In Sabah, most natives celebrate the Kaamatan Festival or Tadau Kaamatan in May. It is celebrated as a sign of appreciation and gratitude to Bambazon, the rice paddy spirit and to commemorate the spirit of Huminodun the daughter of Kinoingan who sacrificed herself to bring down rain during the dry season to save the villagers from starvation. The festival begins on the 30th of May and ends on the 31st of May.
The Natives of Sarawak
The different tribes of Dayak.(Credit: Recoda)
Iban
Most of the tribes in Sarawak go by the name Dayak, which is the collective name for the natives there. The Iban are the largest ethnic group in Sarawak. They are also known as the Sea Dayak which was earned when the activities of a small group of Iban pirates on the Bornean coast in the 19th century.
Originating from an upriver tribe in the heart of Kalimantan, they were fearsome warriors known for headhunting and piracy. Traditionally, they worshiped triumvirate of gods under the Singalang Burung, the bird-god of war. The Iban believe that “nothing happens without a cause” and that they are under the watchful eye of the Singalang Burung.
Traditional Iban attire. (Credit: Vulcan Post)
Bidayuh
The second-largest ethnic tribe after the Iban are the Bidayuh. The word Bidayuh is a collective name for several indigenous groups of people living in the southern part of Sarawak. The name itself means “people of the land”. They are also known as Land Dayak during the Brooke and Colonial eras.
Due to the different sub-tribes of Bidayuh like the Jagoi, Biatah, Bukar-Sadong, Selakau, and Lara; most Bidayuh have a hard time conversing with one another due to their dialects. Resulting in many of them conversing in English and Malay when they first meet another Bidayuh.
Bidayuh youth in traditional attire.(Credit: The Petri Dish)
Penan
There is also the Penan people, which are an ethnic group of nomadic forest hunters. They have traditionally lived a nomadic life in the forest while the Dayak were more settled. The Penan are also known as Punan, Pennan, Poonan or Poenan. Punan is a general term for Bornean forest dwellers.
Some of the last groups of nomads are found in Gunung Mulu National Park in Sarawak. The Penan people are currently facing a controversy where they are being forced out of their okoo bu’un or sacred land for the construction of hydroelectric dams.
Penan women’s traditional costume.(Credit Penan Group)
Just like Sabah, there more than just these bunch of natives. There are more than just the Kelabit and the Kenyah people as well. To find out more you can click here.
Kenyah woman’s traditional attire (left), Kelabit woman’s traditional attire (right)(Credit: Cats City Hornbill Land and Orang Kelabit)
Most of the Dayak celebrate Gawai, a festival celebrated annually on the 1st of June in Sarawak. It is both a religious and social festival. The first official celebration of Gawai was in the year 1965 becoming a symbol of unity, aspiration, and hope for the Dayak community. The celebration starts on the evening of 31 May with a ceremony called Muai Antu Rua, which is a ritual to cast away the spirit of greediness.
East Malaysia has been a part of this country for 56 years now yet we still have to pay extra for Gardenia bread?! Don’t judge us for carrying boxes of twiggies back home when we come to the West.

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In all seriousness we are all one Malaysia, it doesn’t hurt to ask more questions about who we are and what our family background is like. Many East Malaysians are more than happy to tell you what life is like on the East side.

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Covid-19 Coronavirus: Experts Knew It Was Coming & They Expect Future Outbreaks

Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS-CoV), Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS-CoV) and â€œWuhan Coronavirusâ€ (n2019-CoV).
What do these three diseases have in common? Theyâ€™re caused by coronaviruses.
Whatâ€™s a coronavirus?
Mankind first learned of coronavirus in 1937 when it was isolated from an infectious bronchitis virus in birds with the potential to cripple the poultry industry.
This new virus was named “coronavirus” – derived from the Latin word â€œcoronaâ€ which means â€œcrownâ€ after the spikes all around its surface.
Schematic diagram of the SARS coronavirus structure.(Credit: Joseph S Malik Peiris via Researchgate)
Then, some 30 years later in the 1960s, the virus thought to be strictly confined in animals showed up in the noses of patients with the common cold.
This meant that coronaviruses are now zoonotic – they can transmit between animals and humans.
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SARS was transmitted from civet cats to humans, MERS from dromedary camels to humans and the Wuhan Virus is suspected to have emerged from bats.
But coronaviruses are not uncommon at all. The World Health Organisation (WHO) states that there are several known coronaviruses circulating in animals that have not yet infected humans.
Then, is coronavirus dangerous?
Coronavirus infections in humans are actually pretty common. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says that most people get infected with this virus at some point in their lives and the illnesses usually only last for a short amount of time.
The symptoms of a coronavirus infection can range from the common cold to more severe diseases.
Coronavirus infections are typically followed with symptoms associated with the common cold.(Credit: Pixabay)
Running nose, fever, cough, shortness of breath and breathing difficulties are common symptoms. In severe cases, infection can cause pneumonia, severe acute respiratory syndrome, kidney failure and even death.
Unlike other viruses that cause the common cold, human coronaviruses cannot be cultivated in the laboratory easily. This makes it difficult to gauge its impact on national economies and public health.
There is no known cure for a coronavirus infection and reinfection of the same strain can occur.
For the longest time, coronavirus infections were thought to be benign. It was only in 2003 with the emergence of SARS that coronavirus posed a lethal threat to humans.
The 2003 SARS outbreak caused widespread fear and panic as it spread across countries.(Credit: Robert Ng via South China Morning Post)
Veterinary zoologists were already aware of the potential for coronaviruses to cause fatal enteric or respiratory infections in animals. They also knew of new strains emerging from unknown reservoirs to cause fatal disease in animals.
Ultimately, coronaviruses are dangerous because of their ability to mutate.
Studies have suggested that new coronavirus strains differing in target cells infection and virulence (severity of harm caused by the virus) may arise from existing strains.
Certain coronaviruses have also shown to persist in their host, which gives a greater opportunity for new strains to arise that can target different types of cells with greater virulence.
Process showing how the SARS virus enters the cell, uncoats, and the viral RNA is replicated and translated to produce more viruses.(Credit: Virology Journal via Researchgate)
These viruses may also acquire new genes via recombination to form new strains that allow them to target different hosts.
For example, research into the SARS coronavirus indicates that it could have evolved from a past recombination event between mammalian-like and avian-like parent strains. The mutation of the SARS coronavirus protected it from human antibodies, leading to severe infections.
The link between animals & pandemics
CDC states that zoonotic diseases are, in fact, very common. Scientists estimate that more than 60% of known infectious diseases in humans are spread from animals.
However, a virus doesnâ€™t simply jump out of an animal and cause an epidemic in humans. Infectious disease researcher Ronald Rosenberg told The Verge that a virus can spend decades or even centuries jumping back and forth between animals and humans before the right conditions come together for an outbreak.
The only exception to this are influenza viruses, which can make this leap more rapidly than others.
But the danger of a pandemic caused by a zoonotic disease is very real. According to CDC, a whopping 75% of new or emerging infectious diseases are spread from animals.
About 60% of known infectious diseases are spread from animals.(Credit: Pixabay)
Malaysia learned this lesson in 1998 when it found itself at the epicentre of a pandemic caused by a virus in bat droppings that infected a pig farm in Kampung Sungai Nipah, Negeri Sembilan. Then, humans who worked at the farms or came into close contact with the infected animals found themselves falling into a coma and subsequently dying thanks to the newly emerged Nipah virus.
The virus subsequently spread to Singapore, India and Bangladesh. The CDC reports that the 1998/1999 outbreak resulted in nearly 300 recorded cases and over 100 deaths. The Malaysian government also culled over a million pigs, which paralysed the local pork industry.
Fruit bats served as reservoir for the Nipah virus which led to a deadly outbreak in 1998/1999.(Credit: Rajib Islam via Medical Xpress)
Expect more outbreaks to come
Deforestation is pushing wild animals into closer contact with humans while factory farming with thousands of animals in close proximity increases the chance of virus infection and mutation. This can happen anywhere, at any time.
Past pandemics include the Bubonic Plague in the 1300s, the 1918 Spanish flu and 2009 H1N1 outbreak among others. With each outbreak, the medical and science community got better at predicting the outcomes and preparing for the next one.
Workers in protective suits monitor a screen showing the thermal scan to check temperatures of passengers arriving at the Nanjing Railway Station, China following the Wuhan coronavirus outbreak. (Credit: cnsphoto via Reuters/Malay Mail)
Earlier in 2019, WHO had given a chilling prediction that another pandemic of flu – which is caused by airborne viruses – is inevitable, and the world should prepare for it.
Then, a mere three months before the novel coronavirus outbreak in Wuhan, the Global Preparedness Monitoring Board (GPMB) – set up by the World Bank and WHO- warned that the world is facing a mounting threat of disease pandemics that could kill millions and wreak havoc on the global economy.
Reuters reported that former head of WHO, Gro Harlem Brundtland, who also co-chairs the board, warned that current approaches to disease and health emergencies are â€œcharacterized by a cycle of panic and neglect.â€
GPMB estimates that an equivalent air-borne outbreak now could spread globally in less than 36 hours and kill an estimated 50 million to 80 million people, wiping out nearly 5% of the global economy.
The board released a report detailing how countries can better prepare for a disease outbreak, but the science community is also hard at work on predicting the next threat to human health.
Scientist examines the result of a plaque assay, which is a test that allows scientists to count how many flu virus particles (virions) are in a mixture.(Credit: CDC via Unsplash)
Artificial intelligence programmes that predict disease outbreaks are also emerging, like Canadian-based BlueDot that scours global news reports and flight ticketing systems to predict the spread of diseases. This system is currently utilised by Canada, Singapore, Philippines and the ASEAN organisation.
Researchers are also looking for patterns to understand what makes an animal virus more likely to infect humans and map where unknown zoonoses might be hiding.
A huge global scientific endeavour spanning 10 years called the Global Virome Project is currently underway to sample and genetically sequence virtually all of the planetâ€™s unknown viral threats to lower the risk of harm from future viral outbreaks in human populations.
Hotspots for potential virus threats outlined by the Global Virome Project.(Credit: Global Virome Project)
While the threat of an eminent pandemic looms above us, it’s worth noting that there are great global efforts to ensure public health and safety.
In the meantime, it’s worth taking preventative measures to better protect yourself by reading our outbreak guide HERE.

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Thousands Of Kilos Of Footwear Unclaimed In Batu Caves After Thaipusam

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An unusual problem occurred the day after Thaipusam for the cleaning crew as thousands of footwear were left unclaimed in Batu Caves.

These footwear were mainly left in front and around the Ganesha temple at the base of the staircase.
It was estimated that 3,000 kg to 5,000 kg of footwear were left outside the temple and all of it were later thrown out by the cleaning crew.
According to C Sethu Pathy, the honorary secretary of Maha Mariamman Temple Dhevasthanam, the devotees would have left their footwear behind as they could have faced trouble finding it before heading home, as reported by The Star.
He also stated that from now the devotees should leave their footwear in their vehicles to avoid such troubles.
Moreover, he also stated that the rubbish problem was unavoidable although there were additional bins placed within the main complex, as reported by The Star.
The high volume of visitors and the difficulty to move in and out of the temple resulted in people throwing rubbish randomly.
According to Sri Maha Mariamman Temple Dhevasthanam trustee K. Kathirasan, although 1,000 rubbish bins were bought and placed at all corners of the site, the problem still persisted.
He urged visitors to keep the place clean to help the environment and for the reputation of our country.
The cleaning process started on Sunday itself at 10 am with 50 cleaners and 100 volunteers.

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Hello Wolbachia Aedes, Goodbye Dengue Aedes!

Back in 2017, the Health Ministry conducted a pilot project involving Wolbachia-infected mosquitoes being released in 8 areas in Selangor.
Those areas then saw a downward trend up to 80% of dengue cases.

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Following this, Malaysia plans to use bio-control strategy to control Aedes mosquitoes.
The ministry also plans to reduce the reliance on insecticides. As fogging has untowardly side effects on humans like itchiness and nasal congestion.
Whereas releasing Wolbachia-infected mosquitoes do not harm humans.

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What are Wolbachia-infected mosquitoes?
Basically, they are Aedes mosquitoes that are infected with Wolbachia infection and are not genetically modified insects.
Instead, Wolbachia is a type of natural infection that is present in more than 60% of insects.
Besides, they look exactly the same as non-Wolbachia mosquitoes.
How do they do it?
Aedes mosquitoes that are infected with Wolbachia will not be able to carry Dengue, Zika or Chikugunya.
Instead, they only carry a bacteria that is harmless to humans and also to nature.
How safe is safe?
The World Mosquito Program had conducted two independent risk assessments, that achieved an overall risk rating of â€˜negligibleâ€™ (the lowest possible rating) when mosquitoes with Wolbachia were used.
Hence, the method is known to be natural and is self-sustaining.
This is because it does not suppress the mosquito population, instead, it just suppresses the dengue virus in mosquitoes.
Containers containing mosquito eggs infected with Wolbachia(Pic Credit: Malay Mail)
Currently, the Malaysian government is releasing containers of Aedes mosquito eggs infected with the bacteria.

(Pic Credit: IMR)

How does it work?
Wolbachia-infected mosquitoes are produced when an infected female mates. Regardless of the male being infected or not.
However, if an infected male mates with an uninfected female, the eggs laid will not hatch.
This overall will produce mosquitoes free of dengue.

Kenali nyamuk berWolbachia (wol-ba-ea).
Bagaimana nyamuk ini boleh membantu kita membanteras denggi?
Ayuh warga #Twitterjaya kita kongsi info bermaklumat ini.
Lupakan seketika isu stroller siapa paling mahal. 😁 pic.twitter.com/aLUOfFcqr7
â€” KKMPutrajaya (@KKMPutrajaya) July 6, 2019

What are the future plans?
The Health Ministry plans to release more Wolbachia-infected mosquitoes throughout Malaysia by September.
Where the next stage would be releasing hatched insects instead of just containers of infected eggs.

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Malaysia would be the second country to be using this technology after Australia, says Health Minister Dr. Dzulkefly Ahmad.
The Health Ministry has also released a short FAQ about the mosquitoes on their Twitter account.

4. Nyamuk aedes betina berWolbachia mengawan dgn nyamuk aedes jantan tiada Wolbachia akan hasilkan nyamuk aedes berWolbachia.5. Nyamuk berWolbachia bebas virus denggi, selamat kpd manusia, haiwan, alam sekitar.6. Wolbachia, bakteria semula jadi yg ada dlm lebih 60% serangga.
— KKMPutrajaya (@KKMPutrajaya) July 7, 2019

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Samsung Galaxy Buds2 – For Those Who Love Popular Music [Review]

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It has an attractive price tag, looks like tiny little eggs, and was a big deal at Unpacked 2021, but are the Samsung Galaxy Buds2 best buds for you? Maybe.

I’ll tell you why later. First, let’s take a look at the specifications of Samsung’s latest entry in the Galaxy Buds series.
Specifications
(Samsung)
Colours
Olive.Lavender.White.Graphite.
Earbuds
Dimensions: 17.0mm by 20.9mm by 21.1mm.Weight: 5.0g.
Charging case
Dimensions: 50.2mm by 50.0mm by 27.8mm.Weight: 41.2g.
Chipset
BES2500ZP.
OS
RTOS.
Speaker
Dynamic 2-way woofer and tweeter.
Mic
3 mics + VPU.
Connectivity
Bluetooth: 5.2.BT Profile: HPF, A2DP, AVRCP.Codec: Scalable (Samsung Proprietary), AAC, SBC.
Battery
Playtime
5h / TTL 20h (ANC on).7.5h / TTL 29h (ANC off).
Talk time
3.5h / TTL 13h (ANC on).3.5 / TTL 14h (ANC off).
Quick charging
40min play / 3min charging (Wired, Wireless, D2D).60min play / 5min charging (Wired, Wireless, D2D).150min play / 10min charging (Wired, Wireless).
Sensor
Accelerometer.Gyro.Proximity.Hall.Touch.Voice Pickup Unity (VPU).
Features
Auto switch.Bixby.
Controls
Taps.
Eggs In A Clam Shell

The Galaxy Buds2 charging case is small enough to slip into a pocket. The smooth glossy outer shell makes it easy to grip and it is rounded so it won’t snag on anything.
However, because it is thick and looks like a weird bump in my jeans pocket, I wish I had a casing with a carabiner for it. It would make putting them on easier too.
Because of its clamshell design and the sturdy magnet, it takes two hands to open the case. It makes putting them on a conscious decision and reduces the chances of dropping or losing one of the buds taking it out of the case.
The deep recess where the earbud tips rest makes it easy to put the buds back in the case correctly to charge. But it also means that gunk can accumulate in there if not cleaned.
At 5g each, the Galaxy Buds2 weighs almost nothing and does not need strong magnets to stay in the case.
They look like eggs. In the ear, they look like costume jewellery and don’t call attention to themselves.
It is easy to forget that you are wearing them. It is also easy to not realise that you’ve dropped them. So make sure to use the right tips and that they fit securely when you wear them.
Fit & Control
(Samsung)
Once the Galaxy Buds2 are in the ear, they can be controlled using taps. But I’m not always sure if I tapped it right.
Because of my lockdown hair, I usually resort to controlling the earbuds from the phone anyway.
These are in-ear style earbuds, so on its own, it has some passive noise cancellation.
I find that the active noise cancellation is fair. It is good enough for everyday use but it also makes calls sound better. An impressive feat for a pair of buds at this price.
The ambient noise feature is alright, good enough for more cases. Most importantly it does not supersede the music.
It Pops Where It Counts
(Alexey Ruban / Unsplash)
I like a wide variety of music and when I listen to them on the Galaxy Buds2, I’m immediately impressed with how bright it is and how much bass it has for such a small device.
Songs sound powerful and more alive to my ears. The soundstage is impressive as well
But, I also noticed that the sound of stringed instruments and cymbal crashes are very sharp. Mid-frequencies are hiked higher as well.
In a classical piece with lots of strings or rock music where there are a lot of drums, these sharp tones can drown out other instruments.
Where the Galaxy Buds2 shine is with pop music, where there is a clear delineation between low, medium, and high tones and where the lead vocal is on the higher end of the register.
If you like pop, you should be very happy with a pair of these. For everyone else, try it out first.
Availability & Price
You can get Samsung Galaxy Buds2 now for RM499 from Samsung’s official online store. It is an easy recommendation if you like pop music like K-Pop and Anime themes.
But if your taste in music is more diverse, I’d recommend the RM549 Galaxy Buds Live. Watch out for a review coming soon on TRP Tech.

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Movement Control Order to be extended to 14th of April 2020

The Movement Control Order (MCO) period is being extended to April 14, says Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin.
In announcing it today, Muhyiddin says the government came to the decision after being given briefings.
“I was given briefings by the Health Ministry and National Security Council. The current trend shows that new Covid-19 positive cases are still happening.
“This trend is expected to continue for a while before before new cases start to decrease.
“This requires the government to continue the Movement Control Order for a longer period,” he said.
He also encouraged those who are outside of Kuala Lumpur not to rush back to the city.
“Stay at your kampungs (villages) and don’t go anywhere. Kids who should be returning to doms, don’t go back yet.
“Wait. Offices which are closed don’t need to be reopened yet. If there’s something important that needs to be done in the next two or three weeks, plan from now on how to handle it,” said Muhyiddin.
Originally, the MCO was supposed to last from March 18 to March 31.


Batman Star Infected With Covid-19, But Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Fear The Night

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2020 is definitely not shaping up to be a good year for bats.

The entertainment world has been abuzz with news of Hollywood heartthrob, Robert Pattinson, being tested positive for Covid-19.
The English actor is playing the role of Bruce Wayne in the new Batman movie, and it’s been confirmed that the filming of the movie has been put on hold.
Pattinson is famously known for his leading role as the 100-year-old teenage vampire, Edward Cullen, in the popular late 2000s’ Twilight movie saga – a character who ironically was turned into a sparkling creature of the night after he was fatally afflicted with the Spanish Influenza in 1918.
Yes, shiny vampires were a thing in the 2000s’.(YouTube)
Bats getting a bad rep
With the Covid-19 pandemic taking the world by storm, the lowly bat has been pushed into the spotlight with fears of infection reportedly having people around the world hunting off and killing the flying mammals out of sheer paranoia.
I AM THE NIGHT! A tiny insect eating bat.(Todd Cravens/Unsplash)
Evidently, research has pointed out that SARS-CoV-2 or the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), has a zoonotic origin – spreading from animals to humans – with bats being one of the suspected carriers of the disease.
Read more: Covid-19 Coronavirus: Experts Knew It Was Coming & They Expect Future Outbreaks
And it’s also been pointed out that the wildlife trade of exotic meats was responsible for the viral outbreak of Covid-19.
No real danger
Bats play an important role in the ecosystem. They act as crucial pollinators for plants of all kinds as well as responsible for spreading plant seeds around with their poop or guano.
Bats are also great pest control, with many species favouring to munch on bugs and insects.
Malaysia is home to more than 100 different species of bats. These creatures are important indicators to the health of our jungles as well as being helpful to fruit farmers by helping pollinate their orchards, besides their guano being used as nutrient-rich fertilizers.

Among the most notable species of bats indegenous to our lands is the magnificent flying foxes or the giant fruit bats, found in parts of Asia and Africa.
Aren’t they cute? The largest of the flying foxes can have a wingspan of up to 2 meters.(Peter Neumann/Unsplash)
According to local conservation NGO, Rimba, there is absolutely nothing to fear from our very own Malaysian bats as there is no evidence showing that they transmit Covid-19 or any other SARS-like viruses.
However, experts still maintain for everyone to take great care with these animals as they are still known to be carriers of disease.
Read more: Malaysia’s Covid-19 Success Story Comes From Our History Of Eradicating The Nipah Virus
Rimba advises the public to keep away from any bats that they might encounter and to not disturb or touch the animals or fruits bats have set their teeth in.
As a precaution, Rimba also tells everyone to wash up thoroughly with soap and water if they come in physical contact with bats.
It’s estimated that around 200 bat species from across the planet are currently threatened or in danger of extinction.

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Klang’s very own Blackpink

Malaysian ‘Blackpink La Salle-ian” Muhammad Syazwan Afnan, 16, rose to the challenge when his school celebrated Teacher’s Day this year.
In an impromptu performance, he dances his heart out to Blackpink’s latest hit, ‘Kill This Love’.
Most surprisingly, he practiced for just 2 hours based on YouTube videos as he did not initially plan on performing.
The 16 year-old who was previously a victim of body-shaming, showed off his killer moves to the school as his friends cheered him on.
This was not his first time performing on stage, as he previously performed for a Prize Giving Ceremony.
He felt that Blackpink gave him the confidence to perform and felt that he had to prove wrong those who had body-shamed him.
He had also watched Blackpink perform live last February.

#BLACKPINKINYOURAREA 🙌🏻 pic.twitter.com/XRzxMFaHV5
— Aiman (@aimanzzss) April 18, 2019

And boy did he prove them wrong!
Of course netizens are proud of him and are showering him with encouragement with over 1 million views of his 18 second performance.

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Surely he loves and appreciates his teachers in SMK La Salle in Klang.
 Sourced via: 1. Mstar, April 20, 2019 (Macam Blackpink! Viral pelajar comel buat ‘show’ eksklusif di sekolah, “Saya hanya berlatih 2 jam”)


317 Children Infected With Covid-19, Says Health D-G

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As of 18 April, there are 317 Covid-19 cases reported among children below 12 years old and also infants, according to Ministry of Health Director-General Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah.
Out of the 317 cases, 112 of them (35%) are children aged 4 and below and 22 (7%) are infants.
Data from the Ministry showed that Selangor has the highest number of cases among children under 12 with 77 cases.
Below is the list for each state:
Selangor (77)Negri Sembilan (48)Johor (46)Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya (28) Sabah (26)Sarawak (23)Pahang (14)Kelantan (12)Penang (10) Melaka (9)Terengganu (7)Kedah (5)Perlis (1)Labuan (1)
Dr Noor Hisham has said previously that besides the elderly, children are also highly susceptible to be infected by the coronavirus.
He advised parents, guardians and older relatives to take responsibility and protect their young from being exposed to the virus.

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Over 100,000 Masks & 4,000 Smartphones Were Sold In Just 8 Minutes During Lazada’s 9.9 Sales

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The ongoing pandemic has spurred a wave of online shopping and the huge 9.9 sales on 9 September just showed us exactly how big it is.

Lazada Malaysia announced that it broke new ground in e-commerce retail by smashing its 2019 9.9 sales record with astoundingly high volume of purchases.
The e-commerce platform witnessed double growth in the Health & Beauty, as well as Kitchen & Dining categories while the Groceries category saw a 280% growth in demand during the sale compared to 2019.
For instance, Lazada’s newly appointed Chief Discount Officer (CDO) Ain Edruce established a sales record by selling over 4,000 Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 in less than 8 minutes.
Ain Edruce, Lazada’s Chief Discount Officer during the Lazada 9.9 LazMall Big Brands Sale livestream.(Credit: Lazada Malaysia/Facebook)
That’s not all, more than 100,000 masks were also sold in under 8 minutes!
Lazada’s Chief Discount Officer Show livestream during the sales also recorded 580,000 views and 72,000 engagements in just three and a half hours,or an impressive 400 engagements per minute.
The success of the Chief Discount Officer Show is truly remarkable for Lazada as well as the industry. It goes to show that Malaysians are embracing livestream commerce and livestream is becoming the mainstream.Leo Chow, CEO of Lazada Malaysia.
But with so many people online, what exactly were they buying?
Well, Lazada recorded that Malaysians were especially fond of washing their clothes with one ton of detergent powder sold in 21 minutes.
Fitness was also a key highlight with over 1600 kg of health supplements were also sold, and yoga mats were the big seller in the Sports & Outdoor category.
Credit: Lazada

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Police Find No Gangsterism Elements But Mischief In MRSM Kuantan Bullying Case

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Kuantan police released a statement regarding the case in MRSM Kuantan on 13 August 2022.

The police confirmed they have received reports from the victim’s mother and school. They have also taken statements from the teachers, students and victim’s mother regarding the harassment that began on June 2022.
Initial investigation by the police revealed that there’s no element of gangsterism in the case.
However, the case is being investigated under Section 427 of the Penal Code for committing mischief resulting in loss or damages.
Image: Polis Kuantan/ FB
Some netizens found the statement provided a dissatisfying conclusion.
They couldn’t accept that the authorities found no gangsterism elements in the case when the students were allegedly physically and emotionally harassed.
Hopefully, the police will be able to resolve the prolonged issue soon.

What happened?
Since June 2022, a 14-year-old girl and her schoolmates have been allegedly harassed by an unknown person.
The girl and her schoolmates have had their school uniforms scribbled on and cut up. The perpetrator also intimidated the girls by scribbling on the bathroom walls and leaving a threatening note for the 14-year-old victim.
Things came to a head when the girl and her roommates woke up to find their hair cut short while they slept at night.
The victim’s mother claimed that the school management, wardens and the police didn’t take any actions to solve the issue.
She voiced her dissatisfaction online on Facebook and uploaded pictures of the cut-up uniforms and hair, a threatening letter, and scribbled walls.
She has either taken down the Facebook post or made her account private at the time of writing.
READ MORE: MRSM Kuantan Students Harassed By Unknown Person, Uniforms And Hair Cut Up

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[Watch] Every Night Bella Will Scream And Can’t Sleep; Nurse Reveals Bella’s Condition While In The Ward

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The story of Bella, a teenager with down syndrome who was allegedly abused in Rumah Bonda, has touched the hearts of many.

From the first day the case was uncovered, many had called for justice to be delivered.
Recently, a TikTok user named Miss Syaza uploaded a video showing Bella in her care at a hospital after being rescued from Rumah Bonda.
The video showed some of the routines by Miss Syaza, who was the nurse taking care of Bella at the time.
  @mizzsyaza #justiceforbella ♬ Welcome to Wonderland – Anson Seabra
According to Miss Syaza, Bella is a good person, but sometimes she is a little scared and can’t stand hearing noises.
Not only that, but Bella would also scream all night and had trouble sleeping.
Bella is also said to be a person who likes to help others and would pay attention in the ward.
Miss Syaza, as with so many others out there, also prayed that there would be justice for Bella.
It is understood that the recording had been taken for some time.
READ MORE: TMJ Offers His Lawyers’ Services For Free To Help Bella In Rumah Bonda Abuse Case
I've been reading stories on my TL bout bella. It's so sad to see how people treating a DS child like that.I know the owner of Rumah Bonda, Siti Bainun, but I'm surprised she is in involved in this case. Many questions in my mind but right now she's in the hospital due to Covid https://t.co/LcgBt9QbrC— Irfan Naushir 🏴 (@irfannaushir) July 12, 2021

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[Watch] Chinese Uncle Shares His Wisdom On The Smartest Thing To Do With A Million Ringgit

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What should you do if you have RM1 million?

You could do many things with a million ringgit, but for a senior citizen, the smartest is to gamble with it.
The elderly man said this when he was randomly interviewed on the street in Kuala Lumpur.
Speaking in Mandarin, he reasoned that everything in life is a gamble and that starting a business is no exception.
A job is a gamble. Even studying is a gamble for your future.Elderly uncle on everything in life is a gamble.
  @streetothepoint Is crypto investing or gambling? An interesting take from a random pedestrian we found in the street. 🤣🔥#streetinterview #cryptointerview #nftstreetinterview #investing #funnyuncle #save #crypto #fyp #xyzbca ♬ original sound  – Streetothepoint
At the same time, he advised against making money illegally.
He warned against being greedy, saying that unchecked greed can destroy a person.
Citing an example, he said if people found money on the street, they should try to return it to the rightful owner.
He said those who keep the money, which is not theirs, would feel unease.
The uncle’s wisdom has since gone viral, with more than 185,000 views in less than 24 hours on Streetothepoint‘s TikTok account.
Many netizens agreed with the uncle, while some feel the younger generation would think differently.

Is RM1 Million Enough To Retire In Malaysia?
Malaysians must have at least RM900,000 to RM1 million if they plan to retire in 20 or 30 years, according to the Employees Provident Fund’s (EPF) chief strategy officer Nurhisham Hussein.
The Star quoted Nurhisham as saying that the amount would be the ‘bare minimum’ after accounting for essentials like medical expenses and inflation.
He calculated that individuals would need around RM600,000 for proper retirement in Kuala Lumpur.
Some netizens said Nurhisham’s advice was out of touch with reality and not helpful because few Malaysians could afford to have that much.
READ MORE: EPF Says Malaysians Need To Be Millionaires To Comfortably Retire, How Much Do We Need To Start Saving?
That dude in EPF who said that Malaysians need RM1 million to retire should’ve kept his mouth shut.He simply can’t know it and the “solution” is an impossibility for almost all of us.Reminds me of teachers who tell students they gotta get zillions of As’ or they’ll be beggars— Alwyn Lau (@alwyn_lau) September 24, 2022

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M’sians PM for job openings with emojis and no manners

Facebook user Penny Law was disappointed when faced with potential job seekers for a math assistant position.
Her job post was very clear on the nature of the job and all the details required. She also requested strictly no PM (private message), instead asking applicants to Whatsapp her to enquire further or to set up an interview.
In a Facebook post, she claims that she has received many responses to her job advertisement, but the responses were less than satisfactory.
Judging Disgusted GIF from Judging GIFs

Most of the applicants failed to begin their interaction with a simple ‘Hello’ or a brief introduction about themselves.
Penny laments that she was the one who has to probe and prompt for more information regarding the applicants’ background.

Pro tip: never send this kind of messages to a potential employer! (Picture credit: Penny Law)

Picture credit: Penny Law

Many people agreed with her in the comments and shared their own experiences with entitled job-seekers.

Penny was quick to point out that she wasn’t complaining about young people as a whole, as she has wonderful experiences with younger employees.

Others were also quick to see the correlation between the high youth unemployment rate and a lack of basic interviewing skills.

There has been great discussion among the issue of unemployment rates and highly educated, but unskilled job seekers.

Picture credit: Asia Sentinel

Malaysians have spoken out about how their academic performance should (or shouldn’t!) impact their job opportunities, lamented about low starting salaries for fresh graduates, and even how desperate job-seekers will settle for harsh working conditions.
It seems that there is still a great disconnect between job-seekers and potential employers, leading to high amounts of dissatisfaction on both sides.
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If you’re looking to interview for potential jobs, do take the effort to smarten up and be polite.
We even have quick guides on what you should and should not ask potential employers to better your chances of getting hired!


Malaysians Would Still Be Living Under Restrictions Even After MCO

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The end of the Movement Control Order (MCO) set to be lifted on April 14 won’t mean that Malaysians are free to go about their business as usual.
Senior Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said that citizens would still need to follow certain standard operating procedures (SOP) soon to be announced by the government, as well as maintaining social distancing practices.
Ismail Sabri speaking to reporters live from Putrajaya.(Credit: Facebook/Ismail Sabri Yaakob)
Since the MCO was implemented, the government had already banned large gatherings and events. The Senior Minister of Defense explained that the ban would likely continue even after the end of the lockdown period.
Ismail Sabri also clarified that any such announcement on the extension of the MCO period would be made by the authorities if there is a need to do so while mentioning that the government was prepared for any eventuality.
We will cross that bridge when we get there…Ismail Sabri during a live press conference on April 9
Meanwhile, the minister reports that Malaysian’s compliance to the MCO (as of April 8) was at 97%.
According to data from the police, the arrest rate for individuals caught violating the restriction orders dropped to 300 compared to more than 400 arrests made the day before.
The authorities will continue to monitor the situation to ensure that all Malaysians abide by the MCO to avoid any sudden slip-ups.
Police and ATM forces on duty in the rain during the nationwide Ops Covid.(Credit: Malay Mail)
Ismail Sabri explained that there was a temporary spike in the number of people venturing out in recent days which the minister relates to people going out to withdraw their Bantuan Prihatin Nasional (BPN) handouts that began being distributed in April.
Police have also started issuing compounds to MCO transgressors.
Over 90 tickets have already been given out thus far and individuals would need to pay off the RM1,000 fine within 2 weeks to avoid going to court for charges under the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases Act 1988.
Separately, more than 700 roadblocks are now stationed across the country and the Road Transport Department (JPJ) would soon be joining the police and armed forces (ATM) in enforcing the MCO.

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