Looking For New Skills? Upskill Or Reskill Yourself At These Malaysian Websites

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As we live in a very digital and fast-paced age, information and knowledge can be passed on through a variety of mediums like physical books, face-to-face learning and also online learning. You can easily learn new information at the tip of your fingers these days. You just need to find credible sources and also make time.

Hey if you love to learn new things that’ll widen your repertoire of skills, then you might find these websites helpful for you. Here are some websites for those people who want to bring their knowledge to the next level.
You can either learn new languages, new business techniques, new digital technology subjects or even how to create your own creative content! There are plenty of things to learn at these websites and some of them are actually free!
Take a look at some of the courses offrerd by the websites here:
MOOC
Massive Open Online Course or MOOC is an open online learning course for any person in the world to take a course with no limit on attendance. Currently, in Malaysia, around 20 local universities have registered with this initiative but only a few universities actually offer their course online. You’d have to check to verify.
For example, you can check the USM’s, UUM’s or any other universities’ MOOC pages and find a few interesting courses there. USM being all sciency, there’s a lot of science courses offered there. Hey, you can learn the basics of pharmacology or genetics if you want to! UUM has a free economics class if you feel like it. These classes are actually made for the students of the respesctive universities but anyone can join. If you finish any of the courses, by right, you should get a certificate for the specific course.

To join the classes, you just have to sign up for an account under OpenLearning and you’re in. Some of the classes there are free and when you register, you can access the slides on certain topics there. However, some of the desired courses aren’t available as the lecturers didn’t really update their teaching materials on the website. Also, some of the pages have outdated designs so you might be a bit frustrated with that.
Nevertheless, it’s a good platform for you to try to learn new courses for free. You just gotta be willing to explore which courses are available.
UPSKIL.MY
 This website is actually powered by OpenLearning, the same one that powered Malaysia’s MOOC above. The difference with this one is that some of its classes are paid and some of them are free. You can learn cloud computing, time management and also a bit about AR/VR.

However, the courses available there are very limited and sort of outdated. But you can have a look at any of the topics you’d want here.
ShopeeUni
Now if you know shopee, you know it’s a good online shopping platform. But did you know it has a university!? Okay, maybe not physically but they have one virtually!
They actually have an educational initiative called ShopeeUni where they have around 50 online classes available in three different languages like English, Bahasa Malaysia and Mandarin. And the best part about it is, it’s free! These classes are actually business classes for those who want to start a business via an online platform (on shopee, that is!).

They have beginner’s, intermediate, and also advanced classes covering topics like marketing, sales and even operations. Additionally, their tutors are either Shopee’s HRDF-certified in-house trainers or ShopeeXperts which are top sellers trained to share exclusive insights.
ReSkills
Although not Malaysian, Reskills is a global online learning platform to learn new courses and is getting well known among South-East Asian countries. They have interesting classes like Mandarin pronunciation, Malaysian Sign Language, Effective Communications, Phyton Coding and more.

You can go through their live online classes, watch them on demand, on the go or even hear podcasts. But you know how it is, like all great things, they don’t come for free. To register, you would have to pay a registration fee to get the app on your phone or just use your computer. Check out their details here.
INSKEN
Insken or Institut Keusahawanan Negara Berhad has recent courses for programs relevant to today’s needs. They’ve got classes from entrepreneurship, bakeries, and car workshops to even wedding planner classes.

However, the classes are all in Bahasa Malaysia and some of their classes are physical ones. The fee for these classes is around RM100 to RM500. You can check their details here.
Air Asia Academy
Not only do they have a lot of other services than aviation, but they also have an academy too!
READ MORE: AirAsia Group Changes Name To ‘Capital A’ To Reflect New Business Portfolio

Most of their subjects are related to the business and digital technology industries. You can upskill in digital marketing, data analytics with phyton, Google Workspace and more. However, you need to subscribe to the company’s account to get access to those classes. Check them out here.
Other than that, here are some honourable mentions of foreign websites that go international and are great opportunities for upskilling and reskilling. Some of them might be free but to continue to use the classes, you’re bound to spend some money on the valuable content, later on.
Honourable Mentions for Foreign Websites – Khan Academy, Coursera, edX

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Recent Covid-19 Spike Has Nothing To Do With Raya Celebrations, Interstate Travel

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Over the weekend of the Raya holidays, Malaysia witnessed a large spike of Covid-19 cases, with 172 new positive cases.
The Ministry of Health (MOH) was quick to address concerns that the spike was not due to people moving around for Raya celebrations.
In fact, the spike was due to the spread of the virus at immigration depots isolated from the rest of society. 167 of the cases are local transmissions, including 157 foreigners who are in the country. The remaining 5 cases are imported.
It is likely that Malaysia will continue to see an increase of positive cases of Covid-19 as the MOH continues to conduct more thorough screenings of migrants.
Malaysians need not worry that the spike was due to the relaxation of Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO) rules for Raya celebrations or interstate travel.
If there would be any transmissions from the relaxed rules for Raya, the effects would not be immediate anyway, as the virus takes up to 14 days to incubate.
In the meantime, if you have travelled during the Raya holidays, it might be a good idea to stay vigilant and try to remain at home.

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Anwar Was Misquoted On Collaboration With Dr Mahathir And Muhyiddin, Claims Guan Eng

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DAP chairman Lim Guan Eng clarified that Pakatan Harapan chief Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s comment on willingness to collaborate with former partners; namely Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad and Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin were taken out of context.

Lim said that PH presidential council had previously stated that it would not work together with Perikatan Nasional (PN) under the leadership of Muhyiddin due to the dark history resulting from the infamous 2022 Sheraton Move.
“We cannot work with those we cannot trust. The cooperation with Muhyiddin or PN could only be considered if the (PH) presidential council rescinds its previous decision. I will oppose any reversal of the previous decision,” Lim was quoted as saying by New Straits Times.
Lim said the Sheraton Move led by Muhyiddin had betrayed the people’s mandate which led to the formation of a backdoor government through cooperation with Umno, MCA, MIC and PAS.
However, Lim said that the coalition would agree to cooperate with any opposition party if it agreed that PH would take the lead and Anwar would be the prime minister candidate.
“This was agreed without requirements by Muda and (its president) Syed Saddiq (Abdul Rahman).
“However, the PH presidential council has not been informed of any changes of heart by Tun Dr Mahathir,” he said.
Anwar had reportedly said that the door remains open for PN and Dr Mahathir led Gerakan Tanah Air (GTA) to work with PH in the upcoming 15th general election despite the history between them.
He said that during a press conference at PKR headquarters yesterday evening.
However, PKR information chief Fahmi Fadzil, in a statement later in the day said that the party has no intention of working with GTA or PN.
“PKR and PH’s stance is clear. Our main focus is to strengthen PH itself.
“Anwar said that cooperation with any party as GE15 nears is only focused on efforts to topple Umno-Barisan Nasional, but it must be based on the principles of reform agenda, good governance and to fight corruption,” Fahmi was quoted by the English daily.
READ MORE: Anwar Is Ok To Join Forces With Mahathir And Muhyiddin In Next GE

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Here’s How Subang Jaya Residents Can Get Cheaper Covid-19 Test

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Subang Jaya assemblywoman Michelle Ng Mei Sze has announced that RTK Antigen testing kits will be made available for just RM70 for those who live and work in Subang Jaya.

According to her Tweet, Malaysians will simply need to bring along an IC, utility bill, or employment documentation bearing their name and Subang Jaya address during their appointment.
However, the testing kit is only available at QHC Medical Centre in USJ9. Residents must also call or Whatsapp them at +60129120536 to make an appointment.
Dear Residents, my office is working with QHC to bring affordable RTK Antigen testing to residents/those working in Subang Jaya. Simply bring either your IC, utility bill or employment docs bearing a Subang Jaya address during your appointment. Please do book ahead. Stay safe! pic.twitter.com/8kQpgAHPcp— Michelle Ng (@michellengms) January 15, 2021
The price tag for these tests are much affordable, as testing for Covid-19 in other private healtcare services usually cost anywhere from RM150 to RM270.
It’s good news for Subang Jaya residents, as Selangor has seen fast-rising cases of Covid-19 and is currently a red zone.

Subang Jaya residents aren’t the only ones who can get affordable testing, though, as other constituencies have provided discounted testing for their residents as well.
In fact, all Selangor residents will be able to get tested for Covid-19 for just RM70.
#Newsflash: 3,339 new Covid-19 cases recorded today (17 Jan). Highest number of cases are from Selangor (1,314), Sabah (393), Johor (362) and Kuala Lumpur (334).The death toll has climbed to 601 as 7 deaths were reported today. pic.twitter.com/C8zD9xy3zx— The Rakyat Post (@therakyatpost) January 17, 2021
READ MORE: Malaysians Can Get Covid-19 Screenings In Selangor For RM70, Here’s How

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COVID-19 Cases Jump To 900 On March 19

The number of confirmed COVID-19 cases have increased to 900 after the Ministry of Health reported 110 new cases.
Out of the 110 new cases, 86 of those originate from the tabligh cluster, the congregation that happened earlier this month in Masjid Jamek, Kuala Lumpur, according to the Ministry.
Terkini 15 kes positif #COVID19 telah sembuh dan dibenarkan discaj dari wad. Ini menjadikan jumlah sembuh dan discaj sebanyak 75 kes.Terdapat 110 kes baru dilaporkan, menjadikan jumlah kumulatif kes positif sebanyak 900 kes. pic.twitter.com/gXqQ1ZPV2B— KKMPutrajaya (@KKMPutrajaya) March 19, 2020
Close to 600 cases in Southeast Asia was linked to the event: 513 in Malaysia, 61 in Brunei, 22 in Cambodia, at least five in Singapore and two in Thailand.
What make matters more complicated for officials is trying to track down 2,000 Rohingya men who attended the tabligh event as their refugee status means they are reluctant to identify themselves for coronavirus testing even if they have the symptoms.
However, the Health Ministry said 15 more patients have recovered and are discharged, taking the total number of those cured up to 75.
In terms of states affected by the coronavirus, the Health Ministry reported that Selangor has the highest number of confirmed cases with 223, followed by Kuala Lumpur (123), Sabah (112), and Johor (101).
Selangor catat kes positif tertinggi sebanyak 223 kes diikuti Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur (123), Sabah (112) dan Johor (101). pic.twitter.com/o1HRiSq73w— KKMPutrajaya (@KKMPutrajaya) March 19, 2020
The country is currently in the Movement Control Order (MCO) to prevent the spread of the coronavirus.
Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin also didn’t rule out a possible extension to the MCO if the country is unable to break the chain of infection within these two weeks during a public announcement on national television recently.
There was also the possibility of military involvement if Malaysians do not adhere to the order, according to Defense Minister Ismail Sabri.
To ensure that people adhere to the order, state governments have also deployed personnel to educate the masses about the order and also to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus.

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KTMB Offers Three Direct Train Trips To Hat Yai This December

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Back by popular demand, KTMB’s MySawasdee ride is again available for special Thailand trips this December!

This time, they’re not just offering one trip but three direct RM75 train rides from KL Sentral to Hat Yai.
READ MORE: Direct KL-Hatyai KTM Ride Is Only RM75 On Malaysia Day Weekend!
Usually, KTMB does not offer straight train rides from KL Sentral to Hat Yai. They only have trains to Padang Besar and tourists would have to wait for Thailand’s SRT train there or get to Hat Yai via minivans or taxis.
But KTMB does have special promotions sometimes that’ll take you straight from KL Sentral to Hat Yai and the tickets are way cheaper.
MySawasdee December Mania
This December, MySawasdee trains are offering three round trips from KL Sentral to Hat Yai and back. These trips are available on 9, 23 and 30 December 2022. So plan your short vacation wisely!
On these trips, you do not have to exchange trains but, you do have to alight for a moment at the Padang Besar station for passport checks by the Malaysian and Thailand immigration.

The ticket is priced as low as RM75 for a one-way trip so you have to pay twice if you want a return trip. If you want a different coach, like the ones with the bed and the cafe, they are priced differently too. You can check the prices once the tickets go live at 3.00 pm today.
Apart from KL Sentral, you can also board the MySawasdee train at the stations in Kuala Lumpur, Tanjung Malim, Ipoh, Taiping or Padang Besar. The ticket price is the same for both adults and children.
Additionally, meals and tour packages are not included in the ticket price.
Where to go in Hatyai?
Here’s a preview made by the KTMB team when they brought several Malaysians on this MySawasdee train last September. They even suggest several places to visit on the 3D2N stay there.

Among some of the places to visit are:
Central Mosque of SongkhlaSeaverse Cafe & Restaurant, SongkhlaSongkhla CitySamila BeachDim Sum Zaina HatyaiKilang Kacang, RanukohyoRusdee Boat NoodleKhlong Hae Floating MarketTamrab Muslim Halal FoodWat Hat Yai NaiLee Garden Plaza Night MarketTangkuan Hill Songkhla
Check out more places to go in our articles below.
READ MORE: 15 Tempat ‘Wajib’ Pergi Bila Travel Ke Hat Yai, Thailand
READ MORE: Bercuti Ke Hat Yai Dengan Bajet RM450. Puas Makan & Berjalan!
The tickets for the three trips are available starting today at 3.00 pm. If you’ve been dreaming to take a short trip to Hat Yai, you don’t wanna miss this opportunity.
Hurry and get your tickets now here or on the KTMB Mobile.
For more info, visit KTMB’s Facebook and Twitter.

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[Just In] Agong Says Has Not Consented To Emergency Ordinance Being Revoked

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The Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah has voiced his deep regret that the Emergency Ordinances were retracted on 21 July, 2021 without his consent as such powers rest with him.

In a statement, Comptroller of the Royal Household Datuk Indera Ahmad Fadil Shamsuddin says that Article 150(2B), read together with Article 150(3), of the Federal Constitution clearly states that the power to enact and repeal an Emergency Ordinance rests with the Agong.
Article 150(2B) Of the Federal Constitution.
Article 150(3) Of the Federal Constitution.
In this regard, His Majesty expressed his deep regret with the statement made in Parliament on 26 July, 2021 that the Government has revoked all the Emergency Ordinances announced by His Majesty during the Emergency period even though the revocation has not yet been approved by His Majesty.
The Agong also expressed his deep regret that Parliament and Law Minister Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan and Attorney-General Tan Sri Idrus Harun did not table and debate the revocation of the Emergency Ordinances in Parliament.
His Majesty said he had instructed them to do so when he spoke to them online on 24 July, 2021.

As such, the Agong says the statements made by Takiyuddin in Parliament on Monday were inaccurate and had misled Parliament.
Furthermore, the Agong said the rushed act, and contradictory and misleading statements in Parliament not only failed to respect the principle rule of law but also ignored His Majesty’s functions and powers as the Head of State.
His Majesty is aware of the need for His Majesty to act in accordance with the advice of the Cabinet as contained in Article 40 (1) of the Federal Constitution. However, His Majesty expressed the view that His Majesty, as the Head of State, has the duty to provide advice and reprimand in the event of any unconstitutional action by any party, especially those who perform the functions and powers of His Majesty the Yang di-Pertuan Agong.
Moments after the statement was released by the palace, pandemonium broke out in Parliament with Opposition MPs shouting that the government had committed treason.
After a brief discussion, the Speaker suspended proceedings till after lunch.

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Ain Husniza And Family Forced To Move Due To Backlash From School And Neighbourhood

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Sadly, standing up against a teacher and the authorities for trivialising rape in class has ‘punished’ Ain Husniza Saiful Nizam and her family instead.

Ain Husniza spoke up against a school teacher, 43-year-old Khairul Nizam Sanuddin, who made a rape joke during class in April 2021.
According to her, the teacher explained there were many laws protecting sexual abuse against minors and therefore should “rape girls when they are older than 18, not the ones younger than 18.”
READ MORE: Schoolgirl Faces Rape Threats, Gets Accused Of Being Autistic After Exposing Teacher’s Rape Jokes
Image: Saiful Nizam/ Twitter & Facebook
Instead of getting support from the adults, Ain Husniza and her family faced intense backlash from the school, the students and the neighbourhood.
Free Malaysia Today reported that Ain’s father, Saiful Nizam Ab Wahab had to move the family from Puncak Alam to Cheras in October 2021 after they were made to feel as if they were the perpetrators.
Ain’s siblings in the same school were also taunted and teased. People were making all kinds of allegations against the family too.
Saiful said it felt pointless to battle the school and society. He added that the family didn’t appeal against her expulsion, for not attending school for three days.
 My daughter was made to look like the cause of the incident when she was actually a victim.AIn’s father, Saiful Nizam Ab Wahab
The family decided to make the move to Cheras after Ain was offered a scholarship from Chempaka International School.
A police report lodged against the teacher and subsequent harassment was later classified as “no further action” by the Attorney-General’s Chambers and shelved.
The accused teacher tried to sue for defamation
The accused teacher, Khairul Nizam Sanuddin, has since filed a suit against Ain and her father for allegedly making defamatory remarks against him on social media and in press interviews.
READ MORE: Ain And Father Called In Regarding Police Report, Allegedly Lodged By Teacher
Ain and her father, Saiful, filed a counter-suit. Image: TRP File
Ain and her father filed a counter-suit against Khairul and the government for causing emotional distress by the rape joke and in the aftermath.
The others named in the suit were the headmistress at the time, Sarimah Mohammed Nor, Selangor education director Anismah M Noh, education minister Radzi Jidin and the federal government.
READ MORE: [Update] Ain Husniza Met With Sg Buloh Police And Is Now Filing A RM5Mil Counter Suit
Senior federal counsel draws criticism
The latest development in the case was when the teacher and the headmistress were offered to be represented by government lawyers.
According to The Star, Ain and her father objected to the decision to have government lawyers defending Khairul and the former headmistress.
They believe it’s improper and irregular for a senior federal counsel to defend both defendants in the civil case.
They also claimed that government lawyers cannot act for the headmistress because she was no longer a public servant at the time the suit was filed.
The decision to have government lawyers defend the teachers drew flak from others too, including Seputeh MP Teresa Kok.
She said the senior federal counsel should limit their representations to government entities because it may set a bad precedent when federal counsel act for civil servants in their private suits.
According to Malay Mail, Teresa also questioned the government’s ethics in siding with the teacher who made the rape jokes.
Is this not tantamount to endorsing the misconduct of the male teacher in school? This sends a wrong message to the teachers and educators. I urge the Attorney General Tan Sri Idris Harun to withdraw the representation for the teacher and the ex-headmistress in this private legal tussle and stick to defending the government entities only.Seputeh MP Teresa Kok

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[Updated] Security Guard In Johor Breaks In, Takes Off Clothes In Woman’s House While Waiting For Her Return

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[Updated with clarification and comments from Ms Yuyun Nissa]

A woman in Johor recently went through a surprising ordeal when she caught a stranger in her house via CCTV.
Around 12.14 am on Thursday, 10th February 2022, the woman was on her way back home after dinner when she suddenly noticed a notification from her CCTV app saying “motion detected”. Then she opened and watched the live CCTV, shocked to see a man in her house apparently wearing a security guard uniform.
She then recognized that it was her housing area’s security guard, wandering around her house while charging his phone. He also removed his outer jacket and trousers while apparently waiting for the woman to come home in the living room.
Her conversation with the guard (left) and the guard in her house, charging his phone (right).(Credit: Yuyun Nissa / Facebook)
He contacted the woman via WhatsApp asking her about her whereabouts by calling and also messaging. She noticed that the guard’s intention was not to steal anything in the house as he didn’t rob anything but rather to wait for her with bad intentions.
When asked around when did she notice the guard working there, speaking to TRP, she said that the guard had only worked there for around three or four months, about the same time as she just moved into the neighbourhood with her family.
He got my number around 3 days before the incident as he said that he wanted to add me in the residential area community group. I did not think long at the time because I really had just moved in and was not in the Whatsapp group yet, so I needed to know any updates in the group. It’s also handy for a guard to get the number if any guests of mine came to my house and needed verification to enter. Ms Yuyun Nissa to TRP
She further stated that her house was indeed locked but somehow he managed to get in. She was so shocked and grateful that she and her kids were not in the house at the time as something bad could have happened.
The guard removed a layer of his clothes (right) and accidentally left his uniform on the sofa (left).(Credit: Yuyun Nissa / Facebook)
She called her sister and brother in law to check her house because they live just in the vicinity of her house. Just as her brother in law made it to her house, the guard left her house and accidentally left his security guard uniform in the house.
She lodged a police report and the next day, the culprit was caught by Johor PDRM. The police told her that the guy was involved with drugs before and had cases involving narcotics.
Currently, the suspect is being remanded and her case is still ongoing. So far, there’s no update to the case yet.
A police report was made by the owner to PDRM (left) and the guy was seen removing a layer of his pants after he wandered upstairs in the house (right).  (Credit: Yuyun Nissa / Facebook)
She was grateful for her and her kids were not harmed in this situation and advised others to always be extra careful and don’t trust others easily as we don’t know who might have bad intentions for us.
Especially to women out there, eventhough we live in a guarded area, don’t take things for granted and always be alert of your surroundings. Do not trust people easily as what happened to me can be taken as a lesson for anyone out there and open their eyes. Also, if you are able, then my advice to you is to install a CCTV just in case something bad might happen as it can acually help you get proper proof of any unforseen incidents. Ms Yuyun Nissa to TRP
She also said that her decision to put up the CCTV was purely to supervise her kids and did not expect that it would become handy in this sort of situation.

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When Is School Starting? Find Out Tomorrow, Says MOE

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The question that’s been on every parent and child’s mind over the past few months would be answered tomorrow.
The Education Ministry (MOE) together with the Health Ministry (MOH) and the National Security Council (NSC) are reportedly meeting today (June 9) to decide when to allow schools to reopen, and the official announcement would be made to the public soon.
According to MOE, the initial school reopening phase would only involve teens at the secondary level, whereby only students expected to undertake top-tier exams namely; SPM, SVM, STAM, and STPM would resume classes as usual.
Classes are to proceed under the “new normal” Covid-guidelines which includes measures such as mandatory temperature screenings, social distancing practices, and limits on certain co-academic and co-curricular activities.
(Credit:NSC)
MOE had also been running drills and simulations at selected schools in Selangor and Putrajaya to ensure that the set standard operating procedure (SOP) for the semester’s reopening is adequate at preventing the spread of Covid-19.
(Credit: Facebook/Noor Hisham Abdullah)
Close to 400,000 secondary students are expected to return to school once the official return date is announced.
Schools across the country had been put on an extended break since the nation went into Covid-lockdowns in March.

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With New NGO, Malaysians Show Support For Uyghurs

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Malaysians and Uyghurs have set up a new non-governmental organisation (NGO) to help create awareness about alleged human rights violations in China.

The Uyghur – Malaysia Relations Organisation (UMRO) is set up by the Muslim Youth Movement of Malaysia (ABIM) and the International Union of East Turkistan Organizations (IUETO).
There have been reports of human rights abuses and cultural suppression against the Uyghur population in Xinjiang (East Turkestan), a region in northwest China.
Delegates and guests at the soft launch of UMRO in Kuala Lumpur. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
ABIM president Muhammad Faisal Abdul Aziz said the Chinese government had been accused of detaining up to a million Uyghurs and other Muslim minorities.
They are allegedly detained in “re-education” camps and subjected to political indoctrination, forced labour, and torture.
There have also been reports of mass surveillance, restrictions on religious and cultural practices, and forced sterilization and birth control measures.ABIM president Muhammad Faisal Abdul Aziz criticizing the treatment of Uyghurs as a violation of basic human rights.
Muhammad Faisal expressed regret that the Chinese government has defended these actions as necessary for combating terrorism and extremism in the region.
ABIM vice president Ahmad Fahmi Mohd Samsudin speaking at the soft launch of UMRO. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
Keep in mind, this is the camp they want to show you. This is the camp they invited BBC to see. There are millions of Uyghur muslims in camps being forced to change their religion. History is repeating itself infront of our eyes. Disgusting. #Wearthepeace pic.twitter.com/78VA7caqqz— WearThePeace (@WearThePeaceCo) August 29, 2020
IUETO president Hidayet Oguzhan said funds from the UMRO initiative would go towards Uyghur-based initiatives to create awareness among the Malaysian public on the Uyghur issue.
UMRO aims to create an understanding of the Uyghurs in China who face daily unimaginable challenges and human rights violations.
IUETO president Hidayet Oguzhan (left) speaking to a representative from Muhammadiyah, a major Islamic NGO in Indonesia. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
Oguzhan reminded Malaysians the situation in Xinjiang had sparked international condemnation.
It also led to calls for investigations and action to hold the Chinese government accountable for its treatment of Uyghurs.
At the same time, he noted that the Malaysian government had not taken an official stance on the situation of the Uyghurs in China.
Australian Uyghur leader Nurmuhammad Majid (right) speaking at the soft launch of UMRO. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
However, there has been an outpouring of moral support by individuals and civil society organizations in Malaysia, such as ABIM, expressing concern about the human rights violations against the Uyghurs in China.
Malaysia has also provided asylum to Uyghur refugees who have fled China, citing persecution.
We understand Malaysia has also sought to maintain good relations with China, which is a major trading partner and investor in the country. On the other hand, Malaysia is a Muslim-majority country. Many Malaysians feel a sense of solidarity with the Uyghurs, who are also Muslims. IUETO president Hidayet Oguzhan on Malaysia helping the Uyghurs.
Malaysia among 11 nations that abstained from UN vote on debate about China’s treatment of Uyghur Muslims https://t.co/a9xVQiPIs6— Malay Mail (@malaymail) October 9, 2022
Despite all the talk, Malaysia kept quiet during a key vote at the UN Human Rights council on debating the Uyghur situation. I interviewed some prominent Uyghur activists who were upset by the lack of support. – https://t.co/LSQyy9a4gz— MartinVengadesan Journalist/Author/Musician (@MartinVengades1) October 12, 2022
Oguzhan added that Malaysia has a history of championing human rights and has often spoken out against human rights abuses worldwide.
Also present at the soft launch were local politicians, including PKR assemblyman for Meru, Mohd Fakhrulrazi Mohd Mokhtar.
Mohd Fakhrulrazi said the Malaysian parliament should debate a motion on Uyghur abuses in Xinjiang.
He said it is only right for Malaysia to voice the alleged restrictions on freedom, the mass internments, the programmes of mass sterilisation, and the enforced labour of the Uyghurs.
The situation of the Uyghur Muslims in China has been a matter of concern for many people around the world, and there are various ways in which Malaysia can help. @Fahmi_Samsudin @ZuhriYuhyi @abimalaysia #UyghurGenocide #Uyghurs #NGO pic.twitter.com/j40XnsfVkO— Shinichi Kee Soon (@ShinichiKeeSoon) February 27, 2023
Who Are Uyghurs In China?
Uyghurs are a minority ethnic group that primarily lives in Xinjiang, an autonomous region in China.
Some Uyghurs have migrated to Malaysia and other countries in Southeast Asia to seek asylum and better living conditions.
In Malaysia, Uyghurs can be found in various cities, including Kuala Lumpur and Penang.
READ MORE: Malaysia Has No Opinion On Uyghurs In China, Abstains From UN Vote
They often work in small businesses, such as restaurants or retail stores.
Many Uyghurs in Malaysia have also been involved in activism, protesting against the Chinese government’s treatment of their ethnic group.
Malaysia has always been vocal on issues of humanity: apartheid in South Africa; occupation of Palestine & the Bosnian war.We must speak up on the Uyghur issue. It must be seen in the lens of humanitarian issues, not in terms of superpower rivalry. pic.twitter.com/WzT6iwWQMA— 🇲🇾 Nik Nazmi (@niknazmi) July 11, 2022
It’s important to note that the situation of Uyghurs in Malaysia is not uniform.
There may be different reasons why Uyghurs have chosen to move to Malaysia or how they live there.
READ MORE: Food As The Common Ground: The Connection Between Malaysia And Uyghurs Through Gastro Diplomacy [Opinion]
READ MORE: Ministers, MPs, NGOs And Universities Express Support For Uyghurs, Call For Closer Collaboration

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Langkawi Flood Evacuees Rise To 62, Relocated To Relief Shelter

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Langkawi has been experiencing floods since Sunday and the number of flood evacuees has risen to 62 as of noon today (19 October).

Free Malaysia Today reported that all 62 flood evacuees have been relocated to Dewan Syifak in Padang Matsirat, a temporary relief centre, yesterday.
Langkawi civil defence force officer Ahmad Shahfikri Darus said the group comprised 50 adults and 12 children.
Some of the affected areas in Langkawi include:
Kampung Teluk YuKampung Sungai ItauKampung KilimTanjung RhuKampung TuaKampung Pasir HitamKampung Telaga Ayer HangatTabika Kemas Pasir HitamJalan KelubiSK Pulau TubaJalan PenarakKampung Belanga PecahSK Seri LagendaSimpang Tiga Nyior CabangKampung Padang GongJalan Kedawang

Banjir Taman Awam Teluk Yu Langkawi .. 😌 pic.twitter.com/v2Bi6sYxAP— jijiee malaya (@khairulazizi75) October 16, 2022
Mahathir flew to Langkawi amid flood concerns
On 17 October, Dr Mahathir Mohamad headed to Langkawi over flood concerns and to observe the current situation on the ground. He urged everyone to be careful during this monsoon season.
I hope residents and visitors to Langkawi will be alert and avoid getting themselves into danger.Dr Mahathir Mohamad said in a Twitter video.
#PulangKeLangkawi pada 17 Oktober 2022 https://t.co/jWxd0dledy pic.twitter.com/jaTzlRIHaB— Dr Mahathir Mohamad (@chedetofficial) October 18, 2022
Prior to this, Dr Mahathir, who is 98 years old this year, announced that he’s seeking another term as Langkawi MP.
READ MORE: No Doubt That Tun Mahathir Looking To Become The PM Yet Again, Analysts Say
He has warned that climate change could cause severe flooding this year and holding elections during the flood season could lead to loss of life.

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The Internet Is A Dangerous Place; Here’s How You Can Make It Better For Everyone

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As more and more Malaysians take to the internet sphere, things go viral fast– and get out of hand.

To avoid the risks and impacts from such behaviour, Executive Director of the Malaysian Communication and Multimedia Content Forum Mediha Mahmood suggests that everyone, but especially youth, practice self-regulation online.
Self-regulation is not self-censorship
The internet is a place of freedom, fiercly protected by netizens. However, Puan Mediha clarifies that self-regulation is not self-censorship.
Self-censorship is when you control what you say or do in order to avoid breaking laws. It is usually driven by the fear of getting into trouble.
Self-regulation is the act of making certain that you act accordingly to a set of rules or a code. Basically, it’s appropriate behaviour for the place.
It’s just like the unspoken rules for what you should post on Instagram and what you should probably keep private.(Credit: Djamal Akhmad Fahmi/Unsplash)
If you think that the internet is a lawless land, you may be surprised to learn that it actually is regulated by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) under the Communications and Multimedia Content Code (simply called the Content Code).
The Content Code was first established in 2004, but this year the Code will be undergoing a revamp to keep up with how fast and how far the internet has evolved since then.
According to Mediha, the main objective of the Content Code is to facilitate self-regulation within the industry without compromising its growth and creative output.
The last thing we want to do is to curtail creativity in content creation, stifle freedom of expression or control content consumption.Mediha Mahmood to TRP
Anonymity is not anonymous
The biggest issue with the internet is that it provides for a platform of anonymity– which can be a double-edged sword.
Anonymity allows people to say things they normally wouldn’t have the courage or freedom to say. When used right, it can be a freeing experience.
Yes, even your grandparents love the internet, let’s not pretend they don’t.(Credit: Envato)
But in the same way, the cloak of anonymity can also hide behaviours that we would not have engaged in if our identities were public. This false protection of “anonymity” can lead to actions such as cyber-bullying, trolling, online sexual harassment, lying, spreading fake news, slander, or gossip– all hidden behind a profile picture and funny username.
READ MORE: Study: M’sians Themselves Are The Source Of Fake News
However, Mediha further emphasizes that while there are many ways to stay anonymous online, there are just as many ways for that anonymity to be stripped away.
People’s lives are affected by their online actions, something that has been proven time and time again in recent years. How many times have our Malaysian internet sleuths exposed individuals for bad behaviour with nothing but an internet connection and some free time?
Someone is going to find out something somewhere.(Credit: Envato)
It only proves that everyone leaves footprints online– which is why you should watch your figurative step.
Wouldn’t this impact my freedom?
In fact, the opposite is true. Self-regulation does not hinder anyone from seeking knowledge, claims Mediha.
She explains that self-regulation would in fact facilitate in the sharing and discussion of knowledge because false information and fake news would be appropriately tackled, leaving room for learning and discovery.
Get the nonsense out of the way so you can enjoy the really good stuff.(Credit: Pixabay)
With the internet, any content from anywhere and anyone can go viral around the world in a matter of minutes. Misleading information, false accusations, fake news – all of this and more can be so quickly and vastly disseminated to much detriment.Mediha Mahmood to TRP
And the damage brought by these actions is terrible.
As we have seen during the past two years of the pandemic, viral news about vaccine side-effects caused hesitency and resistance to getting our jabs. Even today, there are plenty of anti-vaxers in Malaysia who actively try to dissuade others from getting protection from the Covid-19 virus.
So we should stop youths from being online!
Absolutely not, says Mediha. The youth of today are all digital natives, with most of their socializing and activities done online– even schooling!
Our youths now live their lives online, after all.(Credit: Miera Zulyana/Malay Mail)
It would be greatly unfair to prohibit them from going online.Mediha Mahmood to TRP
However, that doesn’t mean they can traverse the wild lands of the internet freely, especially at their level of maturity. Parents and guardians do have a duty to regulate the content consumed by their children and youth.
The most important responsibility is to teach them the skills to stay safe and enjoy the internet in a decent manner; skills that will be useful for them even well into adulthood.
A great way to promote self-regulation is to regularly engage your youth and children in conversations about online and social media activities. Get to know what piques their interest online or the kind of content they are consuming. Ensure that the lines of communication are always open and foster trust between you and your kid.
It’s like bonding time!(Credit: Envato)
Aside from that, there are also features and settings on most gadgets and apps that offer parental controls such as parental locks, filters, timing locks, and security blocks.
Enjoy the internet, but be aware of dangers and self-regulate responsibly
Mediha notes that the social problems we face offline takes a virtual form online. Everyone is online now, and that also includes the troublemakers, criminals, and predators. (And many times it’s easier for them to do worse things!)
Digital or online content still requires regulation, especially as we hear rising cases of online sexual harassment, grooming of children by paedophiles, doxxing, and spreading of slander or fake news.
Most times, you don’t know who you’re talking to.(Credit: AnonymousMalaysiaOfficial /Facebook)
Those who intend to hurt, abuse, scam, harass, or offend others simply have a new platform to do so, and in the same way we protect ourselves in the physical world from such harm, the same must be done online.
And the best way we can do that is self-regulation, from the entire community– from content creators to consumers to casual surfers.

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Elon Musk Announces Twitter’s Temporary Rate Limit, Garners Some Hilarious Comments

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Twitter users across several countries have reported that they could not access their accounts yesterday.

When they tried accessing their accounts, error messages such as “Rate Limit Exceeded. Please wait a few moments then try again” or “Sorry, you are rate limited. Please wait a few moments then try again” popped up.
When the rate limit is exceeded, some users said they couldn’t view their own tweets too.
Wait maybe the Rate Limit Exceeded thing is good actually pic.twitter.com/JD77aHI14z— Merrick 🦂🌻 @merrickdeville.bsky.social (@punishedmother) July 1, 2023
It’s all Elon
Following news of the outage, Elon Musk announced that Twitter had applied temporary limits “to address extreme levels of data scraping and system manipulation.”
He initially said verified accounts are limited to reading 6,000 posts a day while unverified accounts are limited to just 600. New unverified accounts are limited to 300 posts a day.

In another update, Musk said the limit will soon increase to 8,000 tweets a day for verified users, 800 for unverified, and 400 for new unverified accounts.
A few hours later, Musk increased the limit again, saying “Now to 10k, 1k and 0.5k.”

Musk also retweeted a parody account of him saying the temporary rate limit was a good thing he did for the world.
The tweet explained that the rate limit was set because everyone is a “Twitter addict and needs to go outside.”

Not everyone is pleased
Twitter users who were displeased with the new feature claimed that Musk was just trying to cover up bugs in the system or mismanagement.
They believed he would announce a reversal once it’s all fixed behind the scenes.
However, some netizens also took this change in their stride.
A netizen jokingly wondered what would happen if he missed out on important weather updates in Malaysia.
Meanwhile, another person uploaded a picture showing his steps and asked parody Musk if he could go indoors now.
The Elon Musk parody account told the Twitter user “No, take a walk.”
A microblogging and social networking website Tumblr joined in the fun and updated its login page with the option “Coming from Twitter? Sign up.”
Twitter users also found a “fix” to the rate limit issue. Some discovered that the limit does not affect Twitter on mobile and web browsers.
This means all you have to do is either uninstall or disable the app on your phones and sign into your account using m.twitter.com on your mobile browser.
I think the rate limit message is some bug they aren’t getting fixed over a holiday weekend and @elonmusk is just trying to cover for it.— Ben Newton⚡ (@BenENewton) July 1, 2023
I read @elonmusk tweet earlier about scraping data and how he is attempting to stop it. Not sure what the cover story will be but the rate limit exceeded and #TwitterDown has got to be because the intel guys are harvesting and the devs broke the connections.— Rake (@TheWebRake) July 1, 2023
@elonmusk holy F , this app is messed up. The #rate limit bs must be a cover for something. Bern on your side till now, but man, this is a mess. Why would anyone pay for this ?— Brutally Honest Reviews (@Bacon_Ranch_) July 1, 2023
Verified accounts are paying for a #RateLimit 😂@elonmusk’s rate limit is him manipulating Twitter to cover mismanagement..another example of his ineptitude at running Social Media @Jack : Musk made "fairly reckless" decisions. #TwitterDown #Bluesky https://t.co/O0uynw8SWN https://t.co/QGJ9olCvPT— Emilie (@paintsandsings) July 1, 2023
what if my rate limit exceeded and i couldn’t get new amaran ribut petir?? do you wanna see me jadi mangsa ribut @elonmusk ?? 😤😡 i need my daily dose of metmalaysia tweets pls https://t.co/WhDh2Aqnk3— izzi beraespa (@IzzraifHarz) July 2, 2023
No, take a walk— Elon Musk (Parody) (@ElonMuskAOC) July 1, 2023

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Malaysia Urgently Needs To Address Child Mental Health Issues

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Malaysia urgently needs to address the issue of mental health problems among children in the country, says social activist and Befrienders patron Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye.
Although Malaysia has been making efforts towards mental illness awareness over the years, Lee said that the subject is still considered taboo in these parts and that our children and youths need to be included in the conversation.
Lee explained that it was important for children to be aware of the importance of mental health and that society, especially parents and school systems, would need to properly educate and equip kids with the necessary skills to manage stress, solve problems and build their resilience and character.
Children go through many constant changes in their upbringing, such as going to a new school, meeting new friends and all these can make them feel stressful or anxious.Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye via Bernama
Recently, the National Health and Morbidity Survey (NHMS 2019) revealed that the country was faced with a “hidden epidemic” with nearly half a million of our Malaysian youths suffering from mental health problems.
(Credit: NHMS 2019)

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Is Vaping A Safe & Successful Way For Cigarette Smokers to Quit? This European Study Says YES

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A European Commission (EC) survey found that vaping has been successful in helping people kick their smoking habit and that governments should advocate its use as an alternative to cigarettes.

The Eurobarometer report – which pulls the opinions of 28,228 people from 27 European Union (EU) countries and the United Kingdom (UK) – pointed out that the number of smokers in the EU, and especially the UK, has declined significantly because people were switching over to vaping.
(Credit: Mika Baumeister/Unsplash)
The report found that Sweden had the lowest number of smokers at 7% followed by Netherland and the UK at 12%.
The report also found that the number of smokers in the UK dropped thanks to the endorsement of tobacco harm reduction (THR) programs, led by the government there.
THR programs basically help smokers find better and safer ways to help them quit, and vaping has been a popular choice among ex-smokers in the UK.
(Credit: Miera Zulyana/Malay Mail)
Plus, the European Tobacco Harm Reduction Advocates (ETHRA) consumer group, believes that that vaping serves public health benefits by giving cigarette smokers a safer alternative to smoking and that misinformation is getting in the way of those who want to quit.
The group says that only 20% of people in the EU – with little to no experience on vaping – believe that it helps smokers quit, while 70% think that it doesn’t.
But in the UK, 51% believe that vaping can help with putting a stop to smoking cigarettes – making it crucial for governments to advocate safe nicotine use.
(Credit: Malay Mail)
Eurobarometer’s findings also support a study made by Public Health England (PHE) – an agency under UK’s Health and Social Care Department – which confirmed that vaping is 95% less harmful than cigarettes and that it has helped an estimated 50,000 smokers in England to quit.
A 2020 report by the Action on Smoking and Health (ASH) group also saw that more than half of Great Britain’s vapers were ex-smokers who said that they did it to help them quit the former habit.

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6 Dogs Of Batang Kali SAR Team Awarded With “Hero Malaysia” Medals

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Six rescue dogs from the fire and rescue department’s K9 unit were awarded “Hero Malaysia” medals by the animal rights society Persatuan Haiwan Terbiar Malaysia (SAFM).

SAFM President Kalaivanan Ravichandran said the group was given permission by senior superintendent Donny Chap to offer their thanks for the heroic deeds of the Batang Kali landslide search and rescue operation in December.

The six dogs – Blake, Grouse, Denti, Lady, Pop, and Frankie – were awarded the “Hero Malaysia” medals of appreciation, while their handlers were awarded certificates.
Donny Chap said dogs are useful animals and have helped saved countless human lives, regardless of race.
He hopes that SAFM will continue to grow in helping to protect animal welfare in Malaysia on par with international standards.
Previously on 9 January, four dogs – Blake, Grouse, Pop, and Lady – were awarded the “Golden Performance” medals by local government development minister Nga Kor Ming. The firefighters involved were also awarded certificates of appreciation.
READ MORE: Batang Kali Tracker Dogs Honoured For Their Heroism
The Batang Kali landslide on 16 December claimed 31 lives out of 92 victims. The search and rescue teams worked tirelessly for more than five days to search for bodies.
One of the search dogs, Blake, also passed out after two days of consecutive searches due to fatigue.
READ MORE: [Watch] Tracker Dogs Put Their Energy And Intelligence Into Honourable Work In Batang Kali
For their dedication and hard work, the dogs and their handlers along with the rest of the search teams deserve all credit and acknowledgement.
READ MORE: Last Victim Of Batang Kali Landslide Found, A Recap Of The 16 Dec Tragedy

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“Sorry Can’t Drive Fast, Wife Czer” – Husband’s Signage On Car Makes Us Go Awwww

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Recently, a man on Twitter (@tumbukrusuk) shared his heartwarming encounter on the Guthrie expressway yesterday.

He noticed a red Honda City in the left lane driving really slowly. When he got a closer look at the car, he noticed a sign taped to the back of the car that read:
“Sorry x leh laju, Wife Czer (Sorry, Cant Drive Fast, Wife Czer)”.
Suddenly his heart melted and he had mad respect for the guy for taking care of his wife so well.
Nampak last Guthrie tadi. Kereta bawa chill kat lane kiri. Mad respect to the brother, punyalah dia jaga wife dia. Semoga syurga untuk bro and keluarga!It read: "Sorry xleh laju wife czer" pic.twitter.com/zTFfjkWyJH— أبو مريم (@tumbukrusuk) March 8, 2023
For your information, Czer or Caesarian section (C-section) is a surgical delivery method where the baby is delivered through an incision in the mother’s abdomen, often performed because vaginal delivery would put the baby or mother at risk.
Usually, doctors would recommend staying in the hospital for 2-4 days after the C-section and the time it takes for the wound to heal is around 6 weeks.
He wanted to respect other drivers
The driver, later known to be Amriezal (@AmriezalAM), replied to the tweet saying that he was the owner of the car. He also explained about the situation.
He said that he did that out of respect for other drivers because he was driving during peak hours, which is a time when people are going back home.
Highways aren’t a problem for him but he has to drive really slowly on certain small roads which people find hard to overtake. At some point, traffic had built up behind him. He apologised again to those who patiently waited and thanked them too.
He also added that his wife was actually discharged last Saturday (4 March) but her C-section wound opened and was bleeding again, so she had to be admitted again on 7 March.
When she was first discharged, the area they stayed in Sungai Buloh was struck by flash floods, so they were affected too (which was probably why her wound opened up again). As his wife had to go through another surgery, they needed to be extremely careful (on the road).
Menjawab kepada posting ini, saya adalah owner kereta ni. Terima Kasih untuk yang betul memahami. So saya tulis komen kat gambar la, sini limited. pic.twitter.com/SvYNSsZZIo— AMRIEZAL LAZEIRMA (@AmriezalAM) March 9, 2023
Other Malaysians shared their signs as well
In the comment section, a lot of people find the act so cute and heartwarming. Some of them expressed their admiration and compliments.

Besides that, other people also replied to the tweet with their own encounters with similar-looking signs on the road.
Did the same thing. Masa otw balik few riders siap hon and then tunjuk siap bukak visor cakap tahniah haha pic.twitter.com/TUCbnwXNu2— Azkejek 🇲🇾 (@bangjeyk) March 9, 2023
 pic.twitter.com/N3HZOLPT1X— mikeyy (@QhaireelMikhail) March 8, 2023
Same thing i found it so cute pic.twitter.com/9lGZMvhHzc— ع (@Ainste1n) March 8, 2023
This goes to show that there are a lot of good husbands out there.
While you’re at it, here are some other heartwarming stories involving sweet and inspiring couples.
READ MORE: [Watch] “It’s Our First Car” Couple Buys Red Kancil With EPF Fund So Kids Can Travel Comfortably Rain Or Shine
READ MORE: [Watch] Malay Couple Performs Chinese Songs Flawlessly In KL Malls, Impressing Everyone
READ MORE: [Watch] Stage 4 Cancer Can’t Stop This Man From Marrying His Dreamgirl

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First KL Condominium Under Lockdown After Multiple Covid-19 Cases Reported

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A two-week Enhanced Movement Control Order (EMCO) has been issued for Menara City One after 17 Covid-19 cases were reported in the building.
Malay Mail reports that the condominium at Jalan Munshi Abdullah is the first condominium to be on lock down in Malaysia.
Effective midnight tonight (31st March), the 3,200 residentsÂ and visitors in the areas are subject to house curfew, while non-locals are not allowed in with all entry points blocked. Police officers, Armed Forces, Civil Defence Force, and Peopleâ€™s Volunteer Corps (RELA) personnel will be stationed at the building to enforce the order.
Menara City One at Jalan Munshi Abdullah in Kuala Lumpur.(Credit: Google Maps)
All business activities at the building, except for stores selling essential goods, are stopped during the two-week period and a medical base will be set up.
However, residents can order food to be delivered at the lobby.
This EMCO is the latest following Simpang Renggam in Johor and 7 villages in Hulu Langat, Selangor.

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People Have Been Parading Around Perlis Since Prehistoric Times

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Archaeologists were able to confirm that Perlis has been home to mankind since prehistoric and proto-historic times!

Recent discoveries made in the Indera Kayangan state had provided critical data for us to add to the chronological history of our country of Malaysia and even us humans as a species.
So as the amazing story goes, a team of explorers from the Perlis Hiking Association had managed to stumble upon some ancient human skeletal remains and a few beautifully preserved cave paintings during one of their trips to Bukit Kerti and Gua Semadong, last July.
This extraordinary find is now being excavated and documented by a team of researchers from the National Heritage Department (JWN).
Researchers were able to determine that the bone and skull fragments found in Bukit Kerti may be between 5,000 to 10,000 years old – which puts it close to the age of the most complete prehistoric humanoid remains found in Southeast Asia, Perak Man, who is dated to be between 10,000 to 11,000 years old.
Read More: Come Face-To-Face With The 11,000-Year-Old Prehistoric “Perak Man” Reconstructed By USM Scientists
They also determined that the cave paintings found in Gua Semadong to be proto-historic – having Hindu-Buddhist influences and is estimated to date back between the 5th-century to 10th-century BC.
(Credit: JWN via Facebook)
Why should we care about a few old bones and drawings on cave walls you say?
Well, according to JWN, Perlis’s cave systems, especially around the areas of Bukit Chuping, Bukit Tunku Lembu, Bukit Ngulang, Bukit Kerengga and Bukit Changkul were once used as settlements and burial sites for both the prehistoric palaeolithic and neolithic societies based on the artefacts found in the area, like stone tools, clay pots.
The discovery of things like votive tablets – which are used in religious and spiritual practices – there also shows that the area was inhabited by both prehistoric and proto-historic communities.
This in turn gives us references to how life was in those ancient, long-forgotten times and how far we humans have come since then.
The JWN is asking both the government and the public for support to try and preserve these historic sites for further research, study, and of course other more unfortunate reasons…
Read More: Ancient Fossil In Perak Cave Found Damaged After Visit By Film Crew With No Permit

See, pre-history, or prehistoric times, was a period in human culture before we went all ‘civilized’ and invented writing. This is estimated to have begun nearly 2.5 million years ago.
This period in time is divided into the Palaeolithic Age (the stone age), the Mesolithic Age (the middle stone age), and the Neolithic Age (the new stone age) which lasted till around 4000 to 2500 BC.
Early humans during the stone age were exclusively hunter-gatherers who used stone tools and lived in caves or simple huts.
They eventually went on to farm crops and domesticated animals for food instead of hunting and gathering em’ like they used to, thus began the new stone age.
Proto-history is this weird transitional period before we humans started to record our own history in writing.
It’s said that during this time, cultures around the world had already begun to civilize by developing their own forms of written languages, scripts and even religious practices.
They have also swapped their stone tools for ones made from metal, thus began the Copper, Bronze and later Iron Ages.
So this means that we humans have been parading in Perlis and other parts of the country since we were just simple hunter-gatherers living in caves, to the meme-making modern society that we are today.
Isn’t that something!

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Vivy Yusof Sets Up Charity Fund For Covid-19 Frontline Heroes

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The founders of FashionValet Vivy Yusof and husband Fadzarudin Anuar have started a charity fund for the frontliners of the COVID-19 pandemic, including doctors, nurses, hospital staff, and healthcare professionals that have been working tirelessly to save lives.
The fund platform is called FV COVID19 Support Fund, organized on behalf of IMAM Response and Relief Team (IMARET).
According to the donation website, the funding was created to support the Malaysian healthcare system.
More cases are rising and this is our chance to help get our hospitals as ready as possible to combat COVID19 and save lives. We hope you will help us with this cause and donate any amount to help others around us. We are stronger together!FV for Covid19 Support fund
All funds raised will be used to:1. Mobilize volunteers to assist at health facilities.2. Assist hospitalised/quarantined friends and frontliners.3. Provide medical and general supplies to hospitals.

Currently, Malaysians have raised almost RM120,000 at the time of writing. Vivy Yusof and her husband have donated RM100,000 of personal funds to the cause.
They also donated portable air conditioners to Hospital Serdang to make working conditions more bearable for hospital staff.

Malaysian healthcare workers are risking their lives and working around the clock to provide top notch healthcare for our fellow Malaysians.
There are currently 57 hospitals dedicated for screening and 28 hospitals assigned as designated referral centres for COVID-19. See the full list here.
To drastically lower the risk of infection, do follow the Movement Control Order and stay at home. By reducing the number of patients and clusters to flatten the curve, all the healthcare professionals will be able to save more lives.

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Tangkap Azam Baki Rally Relocates To Bangsar, Take Note Of Traffic Diversions

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MACC chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki came under scrutiny after allegations surfaced about him owning two million shares in two companies back in 2015.

However, Azam denied any wrongdoing as the shares were bought by his brother, who only used his name.
The Securities Commission said based on the evidence gathered, there were not able to conclusively establish that a breach under section 25(4) of the Securities Industry (Central Depositories) Act 1991 (SICDA) has occurred.
Image: Tangkap Azam Baki
The lack of action taken against Azam Baki started a peaceful protest rally #TangkapAzamBaki. The rally organisers are supported by 33 NGOs and 11 political groups.
Initially, the rally was planned to take place outside Sogo shopping mall but it has been moved to Jalan Bangsar near the Bangsar LRT station on Saturday, 22 January, as reported by Malaysiakini.
Due to this, the police has announced the closure of six major roads around the city centre and temporary suspension of 24 selected stations across all rail lines – the LRT Ampang-Sri Petaling line, LRT Kelana Jaya line, MRT Sungai Buloh line, monorail and KTM.

The six major roads affected are:
Jalan KuchingJalan KinabaluJalan MaharajalelaJalan Hang TuahJalan ImbiJalan Sultan Ismail
Three demands from the rally

The organisers of the #TangkapAzamBaki rally has outlined three demands.
Based on a report by Free Malaysia Today, the three main demands are:
The arrest of MACC chief commissioner Azam BakiThe legal process against Azam Baki to start immediatelyPlace MACC under the purview of Parliament
Train services resuming in stages
Rapid KL announced that the train services that have been temporarily suspended due to the peaceful protest rally have resumed in stages starting 11.30 am today.

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2 Young Malaysian Inventors Create Fridge That Doesn’t Need Electricity

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Two Malaysian inventors have earned the Malaysia National James Dyson Award with their cooler fridge that doesn’t run on electricity.

The invention is called KUNO, and is the creation of Kuan Weiking and Theodore Garvindeo Seah from the Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology.
Drawing inspiration from the Labu Sayong – a traditional water pitcher made out of earth clay, the invention is designed to prolong the shelf life of consumables and perishables in hot and dry climates.
Picture Credit: James Dyson Malaysia
As a product designer, it is important that we look to design solutions that tackle societal challenges or problems – solutions that are both practical and widely accessible. We are grateful to have been given this opportunity to showcase our invention and share our mission to make a positive impact to the environment and local communities.Kuan Weiking
The team will receive RM10,000 for being the National Winners and their little machine, the KUNO is now competing internationally to be shortlisted in the top 20.
It’s now also in the running for the titles of International Winner or International Runner-up.

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CU Mart Collaborates With Christy Ng To Bring Us These Trendy Tote Bags!

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Korean convenience store CU Mart in Malaysia joined forces with popular local designer Christy Ng to unveil a line of fashionable and trendy tote bags for everyone to enjoy.

CU has just recently launched their 100th outlet in Malaysia and they’re celebrating it with a collaboration of customizable tote bags with the famous Christy Ng brand. This celebration is also an expression of CU’s love for their Malaysian shoppers.
The snazzy tote bags with CU’s classic green and purple logos are made with high-quality canvas material, guaranteeing a comfortable and fashionable shopping trip.
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Available in white and blue, the designs on the tote bags are inspired by Korea’s CU outlets’ architecture.
The CU X Christy Ng tote bag collection is available to purchase at all CU outlets in Malaysia, at a price of RM49.90 each.
For the bundle set at RM69.90, each tote bag comes pre-packed with a range of CU offerings, including a Foodaholic Aloe Soothing Gel, Lovint Choco Stick, Coca-Cola Rasa Asli cluster pack, and even Coca-Cola Notebook!
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You can take these bags anywhere, whether to shop for groceries, shop for snacks at CU marts or even have a fun day out in town!
If you want to customize your name on the tote bag like all of Christy Ng’s other tote bags, click on her website here.
For more info, visit CU’s and Christy Ng’s websites.

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Johor Couple’s 1-Minute Drive-Through Wedding Reception Is RMCO Social Distancing Genius

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With all the health standard operating procedures (SOP) currently in place for weddings, a Johor couple had the ingenuous solution to hold a one-minute drive-through reception during the Recovery Movement Control Order (RMCO).
Agus Santoso Sidik and Norazura Mohd Ali’s wedding reception last Saturday was social distancing genius – guests had their temperatures screened and details noted down before greeting the newlyweds for one minute and receiving food packets all while seated in their car.
To ensure no physical touching, a small box was provided for guests to drop off their gifts and ang paus.
Credit: Zenuz Production via Farreed Sahar/Facebook
A friend of the couple, Farreed Sahar who shared the incredible wedding pictures said that this was the first-ever drive-through wedding concept in Malaysia.
He told Malay Mail that he had pitched this idea to other couples, but only Norazura and Agus were the ones who took up the creative suggestion.
And it looked like a blast!

Initially, wedding ceremonies were limited to only 20 individuals during the early days of the RMCO.
However, the rules have been relaxed from 1st July onwards where up to 250 guests are allowed for a maximum 5-hour reception.
You can check the latest SOP for wedding ceremonies and receptions at the National Security Council website (HERE).

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Historic one-minute drive-thru wedding of Malaysian couple amid RMCO


Former Chief Minister Musa Aman Sued Over RM872 Million Lost Funds

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Tan Sri Musa Aman is being sued by the Sabah Foundation which claims that the former chief minister has lost RM872 through dubious awards.
What you need to know: Current Sabah Foundation director Datuk Jamalul Kiram Mohd Zakaria filed the lawsuit on June 16, citing that the board of trustees believes that Musa Aman misused his position as the then-chairman of Sabah Foundation to order Rakyat Berjaya Sdn Bhd into the timber business. He is also accused of engineering a scheme of selling off Sabah Foundation’s concession areas for personal financial gain at between RM1,600 and RM2,000 per hectare. Allegedly, there is an attempt to hide the money trail by diverting the illegal activities through companies in tax-free countries such as the British Virgin Islands and other people’s bank accounts in Singapore and Hong Kong, and even his son who was studying in Perth at the time.
Who said what: Datuk Jamlul Kiram noted that Musa Aman’s tenure as chairman coincided with his term as the Sabah Chief Minister from March 2003 to May 2018, a lengthy 15 years. Aman Musa is implicated as having failed in his duties as Sabah Foundation chairman, as the organisation was formed to provide educational opportunities and facilites to Sabahans.
Read more:Sabah Foundation sues former CM Musa Aman for RM872m from timber contracts (Malay Mail)

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[Watch] Angry Lorry Driver Tailed A Woman Driver Near Kinrara, Gets Pulled Over At The Roadblock

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A recent viral TikTok video showed a woman driving a Perodua Axia who was suddenly scolded by a lorry driver on the road. The video garnered 92.1k likes at the time of writing.

It’s believed that the incident took place near Kinrara heading towards Bukit Jalil and the Alam Sutera LRT station.
The video showed the lorry driver, who has gotten out of the vehicle, shouting and gesturing angrily at the woman who was still in her car.
The lorry driver tailed the woman when she quickly drove off.
To her credit, the woman kept calm and continued driving until she reached the police roadblock in front. She told the traffic police what happened and the police called the driver aside.
The driver attempted to speed forward but another police officer jumped into action.
One of the policemen stood in front of the lorry to divert its path to the roadside and worked together with the other officers to get the lorry driver to comply.
Throughout the whole process, the lorry driver seemed to have difficulty driving the lorry smoothly to the roadside.
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The person who recorded the video believed that the lorry driver behaved erratically because he was drunk.
The driver possibly wanted to escape from being pulled aside for driving under the influence and that was why he stopped in the middle of the road before shouting at the woman.
Netizens praised the policemen on duty that day for taking their duties seriously and some of them wanted the lorry driver to be locked up or have his driving license suspended.
They expressed admiration for the woman for staying calm and thinking quickly when she was confronted with the irate lorry driver.
They were also worried about the policeman who stopped the lorry by standing in front of the vehicle in case he would be run over.
However, a few netizens said the woman should have pulled aside to tell her side of the story and sort out the issue with the police too.
A netizen said that the woman could have hit the lorry and was playing the victim.
Whatever happened between those two drivers, it’s yet another reminder that road rage and driving under the influence never bring good outcomes.

The lorry driver has been arrested
According to Astro Awani, the lorry driver has been arrested and tested positive for drugs. He wasn’t drunk as assumed.
Serdang state police chief Assistant Commissioner AA Anbalagan said the 40-year-old man tested positive for methamphetamine, ketamine and amphetamine.
The woman who was in the Perodua Axia told the police at the roadblock that the lorry driver was harassing her due to a misunderstanding.
The case is investigated under Section 186 of the Penal Code, Section 78(2) of the Road Transport Act 1987 and Section 15(1)(a) of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952.
The police are also urging the woman and the dashcam owner to file a police report to help with investigations.

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Everything you need to know about haze now that itâ€™s back

Weâ€™ll assume that by now youâ€™ve seen (or smelled) that haze season is back.
While weâ€™re sure youâ€™re aware of everything youâ€™ll need to do to protect yourselves from these â€œharmful particlesâ€, do you know what these â€œharmful particlesâ€ actually are?
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Well, to save you some time from a Google deep dive, weâ€™ve done the deep dive for you.
1. Eh, what is HAZE ah?
Haze is an atmospheric phenomenon where particulate matter such as dust, smoke, and dry particles are emitted directly into the atmosphere to a point where it is sufficient enough to impair visibility and obscure the skyâ€™s clarity.
Picture credit: South China Morning Post
When seen from afar, and depending on the direction of view, haze can appear to have a bluish or brownish tint.
Haze pollution is called â€œtransboundaryâ€ when itâ€™s density and extent is so great at the source that it remains at measurable levels after crossing into the air space of another country.Â
2. What you mean by â€œparticulate matterâ€?

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There are two types of particulate matter.
â€œCoarseâ€ particles are larger than 2.5 microns and generally come from vehicles travelling on dirt and sandy roads, crushing and grinding operations such as cement manufacturing, and combustion sources.
â€œFineâ€ particles are less than 2.5 microns result from fuel combustion in vehicles, power plants and industrial facilities, wildfires and forest burning.

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While coarse particles are flushed out of the atmosphere within several hours up to a day, fine particles can stay in the atmosphere for several weeks and travel extensive distances.
3. This â€œparticulate matterâ€ come from where?
Haze is commonly caused by open burning and smoke from factories and vehicles.
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This time around, the haze affecting Malaysia is caused by a moderate amount of smog moving from hot spots in the central and southern parts of Sumatra due to the Southwest Monsoon winds.

Picture credit: The Star

4. Then it is dangerous meh?
Malaysia uses the Air Pollution Index (API or IPU in Bahasa Malaysia) which looks at the levels of 5 chemical compounds when deciding how safe is the air in an area.
These five compounds are: ozone, carbon monoxide, nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide, as well as the concentration of 10 microns (PM10) particulates in the air.
Picture credit: EPA
Particulate matter less than 10 microns in size, including fine particles less than 2.5 microns, can penetrate deep into the lungs.
In fact, exposure to particulate pollution has been linked with premature death, difficult breathing, aggravated asthma, increased hospital admissions and emergency room visits, and increased respiratory symptoms in children.

Picture credit: Ministry of Health

With these facts in mind, here are some tips on how stay safe!


Mâ€™sia now has NATIONAL TREE;  get to know the pokok Merbau

Earlier today (August 23), our Prime Minister, Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad officiated the merbau tree (Malacca teak) as our countryâ€™s NATIONAL TREE.

(Pic Credit: AZMAN GHANI/The Star)

The Malacca teak was officially announced today to be a symbol of pride for the country at the â€œHutan Kita: Journey Through Our Rainforestâ€ exhibition in Kuala Lumpur Tower.
Our national tree is also scientifically known as Intsia palembanica.

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“Having a national tree symbolises the importance of the forest.”
 Water, Land and Natural Resources Minister Dr. A. Xavier Jayakumar adds that
It reflects the significance of the forest on our countryâ€™s development and economy.
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Now we already have a national tree, we decided to get to know it just a little bit better with…
Fun facts about the Merbau Tree:
1. It can grow up to 50m tall, and it is branchless till about 22m up!2. An adult tree can reach150cm in width.3. It normally grows near the coast, and common in lowland forests.
That’s a tall THICC tree guys!

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Visit our national tree together with 850 other species of trees at KL tower this weekend till September 22 for FREE.

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M’sia Treats Indonesian Maids So Badly Their Government Won’t Send Them Here Anymore

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Indonesia is working to gradually stop sending its citizens to Malaysia to work as maids.

Indonesian Ambassador to Malaysia, Hermono, was quoted by Malaysiakini as saying that Indonesian maids were vulnerable to abuse and forced labour.
Hermono said Indonesian workers would instead be encouraged to focus on the formal employment sector.
We will gradually stop sending Indonesians working as maids anywhere globally.Indonesian Ambassador to Malaysia Hermono on Indonesia’s migrant workers policy.
Hermono said Indonesia aims to achieve zero maids by 2017. However, the objective has not been achieved.
Indonesia will stop it in stages, starting in countries where its workers face human rights violations.
Indonesia stopped sending maids to 21 Middle Eastern countries in 2015 following various reports of poor working conditions for labour workers and abuse of maids.
Indonesia has announced it will stop sending maids to 21 Middle Eastern countries. http://t.co/CmE1E1b7Fx pic.twitter.com/LAz9yPdyDm— Toronto Star (@TorontoStar) May 17, 2015
In Malaysia, the two countries recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on the recruitment and protection of Indonesian maids in Malaysia.
It ensures that Malaysia complies with provisions and processes to help protect its foreign workers from becoming victims of abuse.
Indonesia Upset Malaysian Police Protecting DAP’s Paul Yong)Indonesian government seems to be a bit upset that the investigation was not carried out according to the rule of law so espoused by the… – https://t.co/CbpjoRfjPJ pic.twitter.com/lVJFPvnUZm— Kamaluddin 阿列克斯 தீன் (@KamaluddinIdrus) July 22, 2019
Indonesian maids have been essential part to the nation’s workforce.
They are perceived to be more “well behaved” and easy-going. Some employers also commented that they are good with household chores.
Strengthening Bilateral Ties
Hermono said Malaysia’s seriousness and commitment to the MoU reflects an important moment in relations between the two countries.
He said it would be used as a benchmark for future bilateral agreements implemented with other countries such as Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Brunei.
We are committed to ensuring that an MoU is implemented in countries whose local laws do not adequately protect the rights of domestic workers. The Malaysia-Indonesia MoU is the most progressive maid rights document that we have managed to do with another country.Indonesian Ambassador to Malaysia Hermono on the MoU’s importance.
The agreement covers various protection measures for employees and employers, including strict processes, minimum household income eligibility of RM7,000, weekly rest days, e-complaint applications and welfare benefits.
Maids are set to receive a starting salary of RM1,500, and continued failure to pay employees’ wages will entitle them to terminate the contract.
Hermono said Malaysia needed to change their perception that Indonesian maid services were cheap, easily deceived and bullied, and would not make a fuss if salaries were not paid.
We set a new level, and it is high. If employers find the provisions in the MoU unreasonable or salaries are too high, they can take their employees from other countries.Indonesian Ambassador to Malaysia Hermono on setting a new benchmark on the welfare of maids.
Hermono said during the talks, Indonesia had asked for all matters relating to ordinary abuse and forced labour faced by Indonesian maids to be addressed in the MoU.
He pointed out that migrant maids in Malaysia face the problem of unpaid salaries, working long hours without a break and withholding wages for years, sometimes up to 10 to 15 years.
He added that the provisions in the MoU were reasonable, reflecting good work guidelines and in line with International Labor Organization (ILO) standards that may be new to Malaysian employers.
The memorandum does not indicate that Indonesia is asking too much from employers, but it protects the rights of employers and employees.Indonesian Ambassador to Malaysia Hermono on the MoU being fair and just.
Indonesian Maids Too Pricey For Malaysia
Meanwhile, Human Resources Minister M Saravanan said the government has not agreed to a salary of RM1,500 for Indonesian maids as stated in the MoU with Indonesia.
He said that during discussions with Jakarta, the government did not agree to pay a maid RM1,500.
The minimum wage in Malaysia at that time was still RM1,200.
I cannot agree with RM1,500 even though Indonesia has urged us to increase it. If the employer can pay RM1,500 then it is up to them. But the MoU starts with RM1,200.Human Resources Minister M Saravanan speaking on the MoU during a press conference.
He said, however, the salary of Indonesian maids would increase to RM1,500 in line with the increase in the minimum wage on 1 May.
Human Resources Minister M Saravanan. Credit Yusof Mat Isa/Malay Mail
READ MORE: [Watch] M’sian Woman Got Fired Without Notice Because Employer Can’t Pay RM1.5k Minimum Wage
An additional 5% of the total unpaid wages is added as compensation if wages are not paid on time.
Failure to pay wages for two consecutive months will entitle domestic workers to terminate their employment contracts.
Netizens are urging the government to be transparent on the costing mechanism for hiring maids from abroad.
Employers are paying RM30k now to Maid Agency to bring in a maid and that’s excluding the salary. Where did this 30k go? It sure didn’t go to the maidJust tell us the Agency fee now with u’re plenty MOU signed with IndonesiaSaravanan needs to stop beating around the bush https://t.co/6WeicbKxB4— Shazalia Sapri (@shazalia_sapri) April 10, 2022

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[Watch] Shah Alam Electrical Substation Explodes Due To Flood

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While some of us were stuck on highways due to the flood, a video showing an electrical substation on fire went viral last night.

The video uploaded on the Youtube channel Keep It Riyal allegedly showed a main electrical substation in Glenmarie, Shah Alam, exploding yesterday night due to the flash flood.
There was a massive ball of fire followed by a few rounds of explosions. The Youtuber could be heard saying that it looked like a power line on fire.

He also wrote in the comment to say it’s his original footage, and he has already reported the matter to Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB).

According to a tweet by The Vibes, it’s believed to be the cause of blackouts across the Shah Alam area.
JUST INThe Vibes has received reports that the Glenmarie electricity substation exploded a number of hours ago.It is believed that this has contributed to blackouts across the Shah Alam area. pic.twitter.com/Txu9Bq8CDv— TheVibes.com (@thevibesnews) December 18, 2021
As of writing, there’s still no official confirmation about the incident.
Due to the worsening flood situations, the Selangor state government has listed down hotlines for those needing help and information.
Hotline yang boleh dihubungi semasa situasi bencana banjir. Sebarkan dan panjangkan kepada rakan-rakan dan ahli keluarga. pic.twitter.com/9XO0gPUmqY— Amirudin Shari (@AmirudinShari) December 18, 2021

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COVID-19 Cases In Malaysia Increased To 1,796

The number of COVID-19 cases in Malaysia have gone up by 172 new infections today, setting the current total number of recorded infections here at 1,796.
Of the 172 new cases, 71 are from the Sri Petaling cluster while 47 are from a wedding ceremony that was also attended by someone who had attended the tabligh event.
The links of the other cases are still being investigated.
Out of those being treated in Malaysia for COVID-19, 45 are in Intensive Care with 34 of them on ventilators.
The current number of COVID-19 deaths in Malaysia is 19.
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Additionally, 73 medical personnel have tested positive for infection but the Health Ministry says they were not infected while carrying out their duties at health facilities.
In better news, 19 more people have been discharged from hospital after overcoming the disease today, meaning that in Malaysia 199 people have recovered so far.


Revel In The Wondrous Winter Season In Melbourne And Beyond!

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The winter fun in Melbourne knows no boundaries. There’s something to see, do and visit at every corner! In a melting pot of culture like Melbourne and regional Victoria, you won’t expect any less.

Whether you are looking at sharpening your snow sports’ skills, relishing in the destination’s abundant selection of cuisines and palatable wintry delights, or visiting dazzling art installations and galleries – there is something for everyone to have tremendous fun and an even better time.
So, don your best winter boots, knitted scarf, layers of winter wear and a warm jacket, because your cool escape adventures in Melbourne and regional Victoria are about to begin! Here are some highlights you mustn’t miss this winter season:
RISING Melbourne (7-18 June 2023)
RISING is Melbourne’s flagship festival of eclectic arts and culture scene. Expect a winter wonderland on the banks of the Yarra, with ice skating, art installations and outdoor dining providing the first glimpse at this year’s RISING festival.
The Rink at RISING offers a fun ice-skating experience for all ages. For those donning skates for the first time, beginners can try out a lesson with professional coaches. The Rink is just one highlight of this year’s RISING festival.
RISING offers a packed program of music, food, visual art, dance, performance and more. Melbourne landmarks including St Paul’s Cathedral, Melbourne Town Hall and Fed Square will host RISING events, with thousands expected to rug up and experience the city’s must-do winter festival.
Flinders St station’s historic top floor will present Shadow Spirit, the largest exhibition of First Peoples art in Victoria; Melbourne Town Hall will be transformed by the immersive cinema experience, Euphoria and St Paul’s Cathedral car park will be this year’s RISING festival hub complete with a food market, art installations and performances.
Winter Night Market (7 June – 30 August 2023, every Wednesday from 5pm)
Melbourne’s unmissable winter event the Winter Night Market is back at Queen Victoria Market for a spectacular 13-week season, every Wednesday evening from 7 June to 30 August 2023.
The Winter Night Market brings together Melbourne’s best street food traders, brewers, distillers, artisans and entertainment for the perfect midweek winter experience. Rug up in your winter woollies and head to the Market to enjoy delicious street food, hot bevvies like warm butter beer and mulled wine, roaring open fires, great shopping at artisanal stalls, roving performers and musicians, and fun at the silent disco.
With free entry, the only prerequisites are to come hungry and ready for a good time.
Pierre Bonnard: Designed by India Mahdavi (9 June – 8 October 2023)
The blockbuster Melbourne Winter Masterpieces® exhibition will feature more than 100 works by Pierre Bonnard, a leading 20th century French painter celebrated for his iridescent palette – presented within a contemporary scenography by award-winning architect and designer, India Mahdavi.
The paintings of Pierre Bonnard (1867-1947) depict intimate domestic interiors, natural landscapes and urban scenes with subtlety, wit and a sensuous approach to colour and light.
To create the exhibition’s scenography, the NGV has commissioned the celebrated Paris-based architect and designer India Mahdavi.
Described by The New Yorker as a ‘virtuoso of colour’ and ‘possessor of perfect chromatic pitch’, and winner of Designer of the Year at the 2023 Wallpaper* Design Awards, Mahdavi will envelop Pierre Bonnard’s works in an environment that complements Bonnard’s distinct use of colour and texture, and evokes the wistful domestic intimacy for which his paintings are renowned.
Lightscape (16 June – 6 August 2023)
Lightscape, an extraordinary, after-dark experience at Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne, is back with a brand-new trail.

Following enormous successes in the UK and US, Lightscape, created in partnership with Sony Music Entertainment, made its debut in Melbourne earlier in 2022 and was an overwhelming success, quickly becoming a highlight of Melbourne’s winter activities.These include a floating eight metre sphere filled with over 20,000 moving LEDs along with new colour-changing installations, large-scale illuminated sculptures and surprises along the way in this all-new experience featuring over 100,000 tiny lights.
Since its inception, it has been showcased at botanic gardens, National Trust and UNESCO World Heritage sites across the UK and US to great acclaim.
Winter Wonderlights (23 June – 17 July 2023)
By day Sovereign Hill delights, but when the sun goes down, that’s when it really shines. Throughout the day, visitors can wander the streets as ‘snow’ falls, enjoy pantomimes and theatre shows, Christmas-themed arts and crafts, the chance to share a photo with St Nick, and wonderful wintry treats.
As the sun goes down, ever-changing projections bring Sovereign Hill’s streetscape to dazzling life, as a spectacular light show illuminates the much-loved museum.
Only a short drive from Melbourne, Winter Wonderlights produces a unique Christmas in July like no other.
Hot Chocolate Festival (1 – 31 August 2023)
Enjoy 31 new delicious and exotic hot chocolate flavours in August!
A selection of eight flavours will be available throughout the festival with each one served with an extra shot of hot couverture chocolate plus a handcrafted giant marshmallow.
Hot chocolate tasting sessions are also on offer on the weekends throughout the festival. During the 45-minute hands-on class, sip and sample a selection of eight amazing flavours.What’s more, choose from over 50 ingredients to make three different chocolate flavoured spoons, then just add to hot milk at home and create your own personalised, decadent hot chocolates.
Goddess: Power, Glamour, Rebellion (until 1 October 2023)
From the swagger of Mae West and glamour of Anna May Wong to the powerful punch of Pam Grier, this ACMI-curated exhibition salutes the groundbreaking achievements and impact of the screen’s revolutionary leading women.
Goddess: Power, Glamour, Rebellion features never-before-seen costumes, original sketches, interactive experiences and cinematic treasures, including iconic outfits worn by Marlene Dietrich, Marilyn Monroe and Geena Davis, Goddess honours the women who challenged narratives, defied expectations and transcended existing tropes.
Skiing and fun (All winter long, various locations in Victoria Snowfields)
If there’s one thing you need to do in winter, it is to visit Victoria’s majestic alpine region. The ski season officially begins from 10 June onwards right up to August, or as long as snow lasts, so bundle and gear up for the ultimate snow and ski adventure!
Located a few hours’ drive from Melbourne, there are three alps to spend your snow adventure at, namely Mt Buller, Mt Hotham or Falls Creek.
With slopes for all skill levels and also classes for beginners, let your snow sports spirit shine through exciting activities such as skiing, snowboarding, snow tobogganing or even snowshoeing while you course through the picturesque alps!
There’s really nothing like admiring the frosty weather and the views of snow-capped mountains and trees, with a line-up of pocket events that will further enhance your visit in a place so majestic.
So, take a break from the heat and escape to the cooling weather in Melbourne and regional Victoria as you plan your next holiday destination. As you traverse the streets, you will definitely be filled with awe and wonder of the city and towns alike.
For more details, click here or engage on social media using #visitmelb on the following channels; Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

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[Watch] Man Caught Smoking By Plainclothes Health Ministry Officers At KLIA 2 Terminal Building

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In Malaysia, it is common to see smokers huffing and puffing away almost everywhere, in the streets, parking areas and even in restaurants, however there are certain premises where smoking is banned and ignoring this may have consequences.

Such an incident took place recently at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport 2 (KLIA2) terminal. A man was iisued a summons for smoking at KLIA2 by two Health Ministry officers, as reported by New Straits Times.
The incident went viral on social media after a TikTok user known as @hanif_zubair, recorded and uploaded it on his TikTok profile.
  @hanif_zubair Maaf bang. Bukan xnk tegur.. Tak sempat nak tegur dorg dah usya dulu. #kkm #klia2 ♬ Semakin Rindu Semakin Asyik – Amelina
The man in the video was smoking right next to a ‘No Smoking’ sign when he was approached by the officers in plainclothes.
Netizens were happy with the officers’ action against the smoker.

There are many rules regarding places where smokers can have their smoking break. Among places that have been designated as no smoking areas are restaurants, including their outdoor dining areas.
However, there are still people who ignore this rule and signs, which in return harms the people around them.
According to an article by the National Cancer Institute, smoke from burning tobacco products and smoke breathed by smokers are combined to create secondhand tobacco smoke. Involuntary smoking, ambient tobacco smoke, and passive smoke are further names for it.
Secondhand smoking contains more than 7,000 different compounds, according to research. At least 69 of these substances, including arsenic, benzene, beryllium, chromium, and formaldehyde, are known to be carcinogenic.

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