Melbourne, The One-Stop Destination For Events All Year Round

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As one of the most popular destinations for exhibitions, sporting events, art shows, musicals and more – head on over to Melbourne, Australia for a slew of your favourite fix of exciting and impressive events that will inspire, captivate and be the highlight of your visit.

Known for its world-class infrastructure and arts and culture scene, Melbourne does not disappoint being host to these spectacular events that add flair to the city and its regions. Be prepared to be mesmerised by these experiences, which makes Melbourne all the livelier.
& Juliet (26 February 2023 onwards)
This is Shakespeare’s classic tale of star-crossed lovers, Romeo and Juliet, shaken, stirred and spectacularly remixed. The award-winning & Juliet has debuted in Melbourne for its Australian premiere in February 2023 at Melbourne’s Regent Theatre. What if the ending we all know so well, was just the beginning and Juliet chose her own fate?
Melbourne Food and Wine Festival (24 March – 2 April 2023)
Melbourne is the undisputed culinary capital of Australia, with its food and wine scene defined by the pursuit of creativity, quality and imagination. The 2023 World’s Longest Lunch is headlined by Alla Wolf-Tasker, founder of Lake House in Daylesford, one of Australia’s pioneering luxury regional restaurants, while the new sibling event, World’s Longest Brunch, is all about Melbourne’s café and patisserie culture for 2023, led by Natalie Paull, owner and chef of Melbourne cult favourite Beatrix Bakes.
● World’s Longest Lunch 2023 (24 March 2023)● World’s Longest Brunch 2023 (25 March 2023)
Melbourne Food and Wine Festival 2015
Formula 1® Australian Grand Prix (30 March – 2 April 2023)
Be part of the excitement and experience the heart-pumping adrenaline that can only be found at Formula 1®.
Explore the world-famous Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit and take in electrifying live performances and entertainment.
Alexander McQueen (until 16 April 2023)
Organised by the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), in partnership with the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV), Alexander McQueen: Mind, Mythos, Muse is the first major Australian exhibition to explore the work of this boundary-pushing fashion designer.

Showcasing more than 60 looks drawn from LACMA’s holdings of important works by McQueen, the Melbourne presentation also features more than 50 looks by McQueen from the NGV Collection, as well as key loans from designer Katy England’s personal archive, making this Australian-exclusive presentation especially rich and comprehensive.
Offering an unprecedented insight into the mind of this seminal designer, McQueen’s work is presented alongside more than 80 historical artworks including painting, sculpture, photography, decorative arts and works on paper from the collections of LACMA and NGV, that reveal the myriad reference points that influenced his designs.
The juxtaposition of garments and artworks highlights McQueen’s creative process and capacity for storytelling, as well as offering audiences an opportunity to gain a deeper appreciation of his artistic legacy and the nature of inspiration.Alexander McQueen features examples from some of the designer’s earliest and most acclaimed collections, including the poetic The Widows of Culloden (autumn-winter 2006–2007), which both take inspiration from McQueen’s ancestry and Scottish history.
The exhibition also features commissioned headpieces by Los Angeles-based artist and designer Michael Schmidt, as well as garments originally owned by McQueen’s muses Isabella Blow and Annabelle Neilson.
RONE. Time (until 23 April 2023)
Melbourne artist Rone reveals his most ambitious building takeover to date with the unveiling of Time, an extraordinary and transportive immersive installation comprising eleven transformed rooms across the hidden upper level and ballroom of Flinders Street Station.
Set in the long-abandoned third-floor wing of the station, Time is a nostalgic love letter to mid-century Melbourne and a tribute to one of the city’s great icons. Created and developed across the past three years, this truly exceptional site-specific experience is Rone’s most ambitious project to date.
RISING Melbourne (2-18 June 2023)
Melbourne’s flagship festival of eclectic arts and culture scene. Discover cutting-edge music and theatre from local and international talents, with immersive experiences set in iconic Melbourne venues in June 2023, kicking off with Euphoria, a film installation by Julian Rosefeldt.
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 paintingsare renowned.
FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 (20 July – 20 August 2023)
The FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™ will take place from 20 July – 20 August 2023, with a total of 64 matches being held over 32 days in 10 iconic venues, including Melbourne Rectangular Stadium.
Moulin Rouge! The Musical (from August 2023)
The spectacular returns to Melbourne. After celebrating stellar reviews and a sold-out premiere season in Melbourne, Moulin Rouge! The Musical will now return to the iconic Regent Theatre from August 2023. Melbourne audiences could not get enoughof this spectacular production.
With an exhilarating line-up of events all-year round, there is always something refreshing for visitors to Melbourne catered to suit all traveller types.
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PJ Police Chief Visits Home Of Mother Caught Shoplifting KoolFever For Her Kid

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A mother of three who was caught shoplifting at a hypermarket in Petaling Jaya got a surprise visit from the PJ police chief himself who came to her home bearing gifts instead of handcuffs.

In a touching video released by the PJ police department, 36-year-old Norhidayah Hamid was visited by PJ Police Chief ACP Nik Ezanee Mohd Faisal who came to deliver some supplies donated by the Welfare Department (JKM) and gave the mother some kind words of comfort.
In the video, the Cheif with an entourage of other officers was welcomed by the mother and her kids.
“If you are truly desperate, come to the police station at any time,” said the Chief before moving to speak with the audience and explained that the Covid-19 pandemic has been hard on everyone.
We must be patient with this MCO (Movement Control Order). There are many of us who complain that they cannot brain the reason why police do roadblocks, why police closed the roads, why there are traffic jams. Actually, ladies and gentleman, you are not the only ones who are in trouble.Nik Ezanee via Facebook.

Moment of desperation
Speaking to reporters, Norhidayah confessed that her brush with crime came as a last resort from desperation and having no immediate family members to turn to.
According to FMT, Norhidayah had recently lost her job working as a babysitter and her husband, who worked as an elevator repairman, wasn’t receiving that many jobs now. Her youngest child was also sick at the time.
I did not tell them I was facing financial difficulties because they already have their own set of problems. How could I expect them to help me? I only had RM50 in my pocket, and Koolfever (fever relief pads) are expensive. At that moment, I lost all ability to think and just stuffed it with some cakes into my bag. I was thinking of using the RM50 to buy food.via FMT
Police had classified her case as “no further action” and told the mother not to repeat her reckless action.
READ MORE: PJ Police Officer Helps Old Aunty Pay Her Utility Bills, Praised By The Internet For Kind Gesture

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Deputy Minister Of Environment And Water Infected With Covid-19

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Deputy Minister of Environment and Water, Datuk Dr Ahmad Masrizal Mohamad confirmed that he is positive for COVID-19 and is currently being treated at the Sungai Buloh Hospital since Thursday.

When contacted by Berita Harian, he explained that the first test done since returning from Sabah showed a negative result.
It was different the second time around when he did another test last week.
I did another check last Wednesday because I planned to enter the office on Monday and was found to be positive even though there were no symptoms. I was then admitted to Sungai Buloh Hospital since Thursday and Alhamdulillah I am healthy. Since the first test was done, I have not had any signs of fever and cough.Deputy Minister of Environment and Water, Datuk Dr Ahmad Masrizal Mohamad via Berita Harian
He said that during the last Sabah state election campaign, he was present during a talk with a senior UMNO leader who had previously undergone quarantine after being confirmed positive for COVID-19.
The last time I talked to him, he returned to Kuala Lumpur and was positive. I continued to do a ‘PCR test’ after that and it was negative.Deputy Minister of Environment and Water, Datuk Dr Ahmad Masrizal Mohamad via Berita Harian
Masrizal said that he decided to undergo quarantine since that day.
He also said that he took personal measures at home as recommended by the hospital.
It is also understood that the office staff who followed his program to Sabah have also been ordered to quarantine themselves and conduct examinations at the hospital.

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[Watch] “Pakcik” Goes Berserk At Restaurant After Worker Allegedly Didn’t Address Him As “Baby” Or “Abang”

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A video of a man allegedly making a scene at a restaurant in Putra Heights because he was not called “baby” or “abang” has been circulating on social media platforms.

From the CCTV camera footage, it can be seen that the man received his order and left the restaurant. However soon after, he came back and started behaving aggressively.
He then allegedly threw the package of food and drink that he ordered and continued shouting. Later on, he threw a few chairs.
The package that he threw hit a 4-year-old and the child started crying. Fortunately, the child did not incur any injuries.
Lelaki mengamuk baling makanan….dikatakan terkena muka budak 4 tahun…. pic.twitter.com/4ehhkTNoVJ— MYNEWSHUB (@mynewshub) June 6, 2023
According to Subang Jaya District Police Chief, Assistant Commissioner Wan Azlan Wan Mamat, a report was made by the restaurant owner after the video went viral on social media.
Investigations found that the cause of the incident was because of a misunderstanding between an employee and the suspect, as reported by Kosmo Online.
The suspect allegedly requested to be addressed as “Abang” or “Baby,” but the male worker ignored him and continued to call him “Pakcik” (uncle).
The customers who were there felt very uncomfortable, which can be clearly seen in the footage.
Cops are currently looking for the suspect.
“The investigation is conducted under Section 506/352 of the Penal Code. Those with information or if they spot the suspect can call the Subang Jaya District Control Center at 03-78627100,” Wan Azlan said.
“The public can also channel information to Investigating Officer Inspector Dinesh Ganasan at 011-33094457. Informants’ identities will be kept confidential,” he added.

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Official MKN SOP For Phase 1 Of NRP As Of 23 July (In English)

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After the government announced that the National Recovery Plan (NRP) will be implemented state by state instead of nationwide and that 5 states will go into Phase 2 on July 5, new SOPs were released.

Read More: Five States To Go Into Phase 2 on 5 July
For your convenience, TRP took the liberty of translating the latest Phase 1 standard operating procedures (SOP) released by the National Security Council (MKN) on 23 July, which come into effect on 5 July 2021.
TLDR: The new Phase 1 SOP is similar to rules and guidelines listed in the previous Phase 1 SOP released on 16 July,except for a few minor changes and additions. The most notable changes are:
The ventilation and ventilation systems at a premises must comply with guidelines by DOSH.Permissible attendance at the office increased to 40%.Important interviews can be done face to face.Individual leisure sports like cycling and skateboarding are now permissible. Accounting services can now operate.
These and other changes are marked below in ‘orange‘.

Areas Involved
Kedah, Selangor, Negeri Sembilan, Melaka, Johor, W.P. Kuala Lumpur, W.P. Putrajaya, and W.P. Labuan.
**For areas enforced by RMCO, the RMCO SOP in those areas is in force until the end of the RMCO.
Duration
Effective 5 July 2021 (12.01 am)
Fixed Instructions
Regulation 16 PU(A) 293/2021.Act 342.Emergency Ordinance (Prevention and Infectious Disease Control) (Amended) 2021.Subject to orders issued by the National Security council (MKN), the Health Ministry (KKM).Instructions and rules provided by Local Authorities (PBT).Subjected to reports made in the Hotspots Identification for Dynamic Engagement (HIDE) system and risk assessment by KKM.Other orders/instructions issued by the Health Department Director from time to time.
ALLOWED activities
Permitted essential economic sectors.Acquiring or purchasing essential supplies.Getting healthcare or medical treatment.Performing official government duties.
PROHIBITED activities
Inter-district and inter-state movement within NRP areas without permission from the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM)Movement and travel in and out of NRP areas without permission from PDRM.Activities listed in the ‘Negative List’.

General Health Protocols
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Premise owners or licensees must ensure customers enter and exit a premise in a controlled manner and maintain physical distancing of at least 1-meter.Premise owners or licensees must provide QR code for MySejahtera check-ins or a book for manual customer attendance record.Hand sanitisers are provided at the entrance and must be used before entering the premises.The use of the MySejahtera app is a must except in places with no internet access. The use of a manual attendance log is only allowed in areas with no internet access or any other reasonable reason (elderly people, or people who don’t have smartphones, etc).Licensor and owner of the premises must make sure customers check-in to their location with the MySejahtera app or manually sign-in with their name and phone number if there is no internet coverage.Store owners, staff, and visitors must check-in using the MySejahtera app or manually with their name and phone number written clearly (if there is no internet coverage), before entering the premises including public or private office buildings.For shopping malls, supermarkets, or department stores, customers only need to undergo body temperature checks once at the entrance of the business complex, not at every store.Those with a body temperature above 37.5°C are not allowed to enter the complex or premises.Storeowners inside or outside a complex must ensure that only individuals with ‘Low-risk’ and ‘Casual Contact Low Risk’ status in their My Sejahtera app are allowed to enter the complex or each premises. children under 12-years-old are not allowed to be in public spaces except for emergencies, medical reasons, education, and exercise.Licensor and owner of the premises must limit the number of customers/visitors on premises while taking into account the minimum 1-meter physical distancing rule.Each store/premise must display the number of customers/visitors allowed into the premises at a single time.  Using a ‘take-a-number’ system is encouraged.Check-in QR codes must be made available at all levels of the building.Workers, suppliers, and customers must wear face masks properly according to Health Ministry (KKM) guidelines while on-premises.Esure the VENTILATION AND THE VENTILATION SYSTEMS at the premises is in working order in accordance to the indoor ventilation and air quality guidelines put out by the Department Of Occupational Safety and Health.It’s a must for EVERYONE to wear face masks, ESPECIALLY in public and crowded areas, except when during the following activities/places;Hotel rooms or personally paid accommodation or with household/family members.Solitary workspace.Outdoor sports and recreational activities.Personal vehicle and with members of the same household.Indoor and outdoor public areas and places without the presence of other individuals.While eating and drinking in public without any other individuals (other than in restaurants or food premises).
Movement & travel
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Inter-district and inter-state travel (based on district boundaries specified by State Governments) are not allowed.PDRM are responsible for implementing control over local areas of infection with help from the Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM), the Malaysian Civil Defence Force (APM) and the People’s Volunteer Corps (RELA). Entrances to NRP areas are closed and guarded by PDRM.Only two (2) people from each household will be allowed out in order to obtain food, necessary supplies and medicine in areas within 10km of their residence.Only a Maximum of three (3) people – including patients – are allowed out in order to acquire medical and healthcare services, Covid-19 test screenings or in the case of emergencies within a 10km radius from the residence OR the nearest place available if such services are not available in the area.Only two (2) people – including the driver –  are allowed to travel in taxis and e-hailing rides. Passengers must be seated in the back seat.The number of passengers allowed to travel in commercial vehicles and transportation involved in the economic supply chain (except worker transports like busses and vans) will depend on the vehicle registration license.The number of passengers allowed in Department Vehicles or Official Government vehicles will depend on vehicle capacity.All airports and seaports services and activities are allowed to operate for 24 hours a day.Unloading activities involve non-essential goods in factories – factories are limited to delivery and receipt of goods or cargo in existing stockpiles for import and export purposes only with a limited number of employees. This can be done from 8 am to 8 pm on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.The loading and unloading of essential goods are not limited by the rules (above) and can operate as normal.Sea and land public transport services such as ferries, busses, express busses, LRT, MRT, ERL, Monorail, and others are allowed to operate at 50% vehicle capacity. (operational hours and frequency are to be determined by the Transport Ministry (MOT)).Travel in cases of death, natural disasters, and other emergencies are allowed with prior permission from PDRM.Travel for disaster or humanitarian aid/relief by non-governmental organizations (NGO) must obtain the permission of the State Disaster Management Committee (JPBN) or District Disaster Management Committee (JPBD) of the affected area. The aid must be channelled through the Disaster Operations Control Center (PKOB) in the area.Travelling across district and state borders for Covid-19 vaccinations at Vaccination Centers (PPV) outside of your district/state of residence is allowed by presenting your appointment details provided on the MySejahtera application, website or text message (SMS).Members of Parliament (MP) and Assemblymen (ADUN) are allowed to travel across district and state borders in order to visit their constituents without organizing a formal event.Inter-state travel for long-distance married couples is not allowed.Short-term business traveller under the One-Stop Center (OSC) initiative is allowed with prior permission from PDRM.
Work
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Public sector
Implement the Work From Home (WFH) policy fully, except for frontline services, security, defence, and enforcement.Attendance at the office is only allowed for necessary services and cannot exceed 40% of manpower needed at any given time with PRIORITY given to tasks that cannot be done by WFH suah as: contractual payments, invoices, wages, payments, distribution of monthly assistance (periodically), maintenance, premise security, ICT and technical management for systems services and online meetings as well as preparing documents for the Cabinet of Ministers.Government service counters are allowed to operate physically from 1 July 2021 involving:Services that cannot be done online.Counter staff capacity does not exceed 50%.Customers may only be present through scheduled appointments.Attendance to the office must be accompanied by formal documentation and a work pass.
Private sector
All service sectors that have been approved by associated Ministries or Agencies can operate within the PPN period – subject to associated Ministry’s approval letters issued starting 1 June. Employee movement is subjected to registrations, operation approval letter, work pass, or employer confirmation letter.The capacity of employees in attendance (to the workplace) for the private service sector – including management and operations – is LIMITED to 60%.
Meetings, seminars, workshops & training
ALL meetings must be conducted online.
Seminars, workshops, courses, training, and talks
Seminars, talks, training, courses, and workshops are not allowed, except, ongoing in-service training programs – conducted via Camp Based Training at the training facilities.Online seminars, talks, training courses and workshops are allowed.Critical interviews that must be done is allowed via face-to-face and online.
Economy

Business & services
Restaurants, eateries, food stalls, food trucks, roadside hawkers, travelling hawkers, food courts, hawker centres, roadside food stalls or kiosks are allowed to operate between 6 am and 10 pm – onlyvia takeaway, drive-thru, or deliveries.Dine-ins as well as park-and-dine (drive-ins) are not allowed. Outdoor picnics are not allowed.Grocery shops and convenience stores are allowed to operate between 8 am and 8 pm.Daily necessities stores such as hardware stores, workshops, baby goods stores, and religious item stores are allowed to operate between 8 am to 8 pm.Healthcare services such as clinics, hospitals, and medical laboratories can operate for up to 24-hours or according to operating permit license.Petrol stations can operate from 6 am to 8 pm. Stations located on highways CAN operate for 24-hours.Supermarkets, hypermarkets, and departmental stores are open from 8am to 8pm.Pharmacies, personal care stores, convenience stores, and mini marts are allowed to operate from 8am to 8pm.Veterinarian clinics and pet shops are allowed to operate from 8 am to 8 pm.Laundromats (including self-service) and optical stores are allowed to operate from 8 am to 8 pm. Self-service laundromats must have employees at premises to maintain SOP compliance.
Markets
Daily markets and public markets are allowed to operate from 6 am and 2 pm with permission from Local Authorities (PBT) with compliance to SOP and supervision from RELA or PBTs.Regulated Fresh Markets (PST) are allowed to operate from 7 am to 12 pm.Permanent Farmers’ Market (PTK), MyFarm Outlet (MFO), and Farmer Association Complex (PPK) CAN operate from 6 am to 4 pm.Wholesale markets are allowed to operate from 12.01 am to 6 am and 11 am to 4 pm – subject to permission from PBT with compliance to SOP and supervision from RELA and PBTs.Night markets, farmers markets, weekly markets and guest markets are not allowed to operate.
Agriculture, fisheries, farming and commodities
Refer to the List of Essential Services by Sector that are allowed to operate.Fishing for subsistence is allowed.
Education
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All public and private Institutes of Higher Learning (IPT), Vocational Training Institutes, schools not managed by the Education Ministry (MOE), Islamic tahfiz facilities, and other educational facilities are CLOSED. IPTs under the management of the Higher Education Ministry (MOHE) are continued through online sessions.All schools under MOE, private educational facilities that are categorized as schools, and education centres like tuition centres, language centres, practical skill centres, guidance centres, and other facilities registered under MOE will be closed.Only students in international/expatriate schools that are participating in international examinations are allowed to be physically present and sit for examinations as scheduled by the international examination bodies.Face-to-face teaching and learning (PdP) activities are not allowed except for IPT students ‘in need’.International examinations, professional bodies, and research activities that require the use of laboratories at IPT facilities are allowed in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOP) provided by IPTs along with permission to travel/move by KPT or the IPT in question.Students in boarding schools, universities or other institutions are ALLOWED to remain there and continue ‘hybrid’ learning.
Kindergartens, nurseries, daycares, and nursing centres
Local/international/expatriate, public or private kindergartens, tabika, taska,  day care centres and child development centres for 4 to 6 year-olds are not permitted to operate, except, if both of the child’s parents are frontliners and work in essential services.Residential care centres or rehabilitation centres for children, people with disabilities (OKU), seniors, women, and various other care centres are allowed to operate in accordance with the SOP determined by associated Ministries and Agencies.
Religious activities
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Muslim prayer activities at mosques and ‘suraus’ are limited to a maximum of 12 of the facility’s committee members (AJK). Other activities are not permitted.‘Akad Nikah’ or solemnization are allowed to take place at the State Religious Authority/Department offices – attendance will be determined by each respective state’s religious authority.Muslim funeral processions are allowed according to regulations provided by State Religious Authority.Attendance and activities at non-Muslim places of worship are LIMITED to a maximum of 12 AJK members. Other worshipers are not allowed.Marriage registrations for non-Muslims at the National Registration Department (JPN), places of worship, and religious associations are allowed – attendance is subjected to regulations made by JPN.Funeral processions for non-Muslims are allowed with regulations set by the National Unity Ministry (KPN).
Sports & recreation
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Sports and recreational activities performed individually in open areas without physical contact is LIMITED to jogging, cycling, exercise, and individual sports that does not involve a sports or recreational facility and can played leisurely near the residence only in adherence to physical distancing guidelines of at least 2 to 3 meters and performed within own neighbourhoods from 7 am to 8 pm. Those individual activities mentioned are, for example, skateboarding, inline skating, and alike. Centralized training programs including tournaments or quarantined closed matches conducted by the National Sports Council (MSN) will be conducted via Camp Based Learning.Centralized quarantined training programs conducted by State Sports Councils will be conducted via Camp Based Learning.Quarantine-based training program for teams in the Malaysian Football League (MFL) using the Camp Based Training model.Closed Malaysian Football League matches organised by the Malaysian Football League (MFL) using the Sports Bubble model without the presence of spectators or supporters.
Creative industry
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Production and broadcasting of creative content via recordings or live broadcasts involving animation, film/drama/promotional/sitcom production and alike, dance/theatre/musicals/cultural performances are not allowed, except if conducted online or private live streams.Recorded or live broadcasts of informational, news, forums, and talk shows (non-entertainment) are allowed.
Other activities
ANY ACTIVITIES NOT LISTED IN THIS SOP WILL NOT BE PERMITTED.

List of Essential Services Permitted To Operate
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Food and beverages (including animal feed).Health and medical care including dietary supplements, care products as well as veterinary clinics and services.Water.Energy.Security (security and safety), defence, emergency, welfare, and humanitarian aid.Solid waste management, public cleaning/sanitation and sewerage.Transportation by land, water, or air.Port, shipyard, and airport services and operations, including loading, cargo handling and piloting, and the storage or packing of commodities.Communications including media, telecommunications, and internet, post and courier services as well as broadcasting (for the purposes of news and alike).Banking, insurance, takaful, and capital markets (subjected to Financial Services SOP by Bank Negara Malaysia – manpower capacity limited to 60%).Pawnshops and community credit facilities.E-commerce and information technology.Production, distillation, storage, supply, and distribution of fuels and lubricants.Hotels and accommodation (only for the purpose of quarantine, segregation, employment for necessary services – not tourism).Critical construction, maintenance and repair.Forestry and wildlife services (limited to enforcement).Legislation and the judiciary.Lawyers and commissioners of oaths.Accounting services.Logistics limited to delivering necessary services.
List of Essential Services By Sector
Production (worker capacity 60%)
Aerospace (components and maintenance, repair and overhaul – MRO).Food and beverages.Packaging and printing materials related to food and health materials.Personal care items and detergents.Health care and medical products.Personal care items, personal protective equipment (PPE) including rubber gloves and fire safety equipment.Components for medical devices.Electrical and electronics (crucial to the global economic chain).Oil and gas including petrochemicals and petrochemical products.Machinery and equipment related to health and food.Textiles for PPE production.Production, distillation, storage, supply and distribution of fuels and lubricants.
Agriculture, fisheries, farming & commodities (optimum worker capacity)
Agriculture, fisheries and farming (livestock) including its chain of activities/services.Plantation and commodities including its chain of activities/services (palm oil, rubber, pepper, cocoa).
Construction
Critical maintenance and repair work.Major public infrastructure construction works.Building construction work that provides complete employee accommodation on the construction site or having workers stationed in Centralized Labour Quarters (CLQ).Construction managed by G1, G2, G3, and G4 grade contractors.Construction of government funded projects.
Trade & distribution
Shopping malls are effectively CLOSED, except for supermarkets, hypermarkets, and departmental stores INCLUDING all necessary services listed.Supermarkets, hypermarkets.Department stores. EXCEPT the clothing, decoration, cosmetic, and toys departments.Pharmacies, personal care, variety stores, and mini marts. Restaurant.Laundry (including self-service)Pet care and pet food stores.Optometry and optical goods store.Hardware store. E-commerce (all product categories).Wholesale and distribution (all categories of necessary service products).Vehicle workshop, maintenance, and spare parts.Other Specialty Retail Stores (gas stations).Books and stationery shops.Computer and telecommunication stores.
Others
Any services, employment, industry, business set by the Government after consulting with the authorities that regulate such things.
*ACTIVITIES NOT LISTED IN THIS SOP ARE NOT PERMITTED

Negative List – prohibited activities
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Economic activities
Spas, reflexology centres, massage centres, wellness centres, beauty salons, barbers, as well as manicure and pedicure services.Cybercafes and internet centres.Driving school/centre, maritime, and aviation training centres.Photography.Casinos, horse race tracks, and lottery centres.Alcohol breweries and liquor stores.
Social activities
Formal or informal, governments or public sector events.Social events such as; festive celebrations, ‘kenduri’ or feasts, events, engagement parties, wedding receptions, Aqiqah, Tahlil, and ‘doa selamat’ events, anniversaries, birthdays, reunions, retreats, and other social gatherings.Having guests or visitors at one’s residence, except, in cases of emergencies or for item deliveries.Face-to-face seminars, workshops, courses, training, conferences, talks, exhibitions and meetings, incentives, conventions and exhibitions (MICE).
Tourism activities
Public tourist attractions such as; zoos, farms, aquariums, edutainment centres, extreme, adventure, nature parks, and others.Art, cultural and heritage centres such as; museums, libraries, art galleries or cultural heritage villages, performance stages, and others.Theme parks, family entertainment centres, indoor playgrounds and karaoke places.Tourism activities across district or state boundaries.International and domestic tourism activities by locals and domestic tourism activities involving foreigners entering Malaysia.
Sports & recreation activities
All team and contact sports and recreational activities.All water sports and recreational activities.Operation of ALL sports facilities and premises, EXCEPT public parks allowed by PBT and sports and recreation venues involving the National Sports Council (MSN), State Sports Councils (State MSN), and teams under the Malaysian Football League (MFL).Group sports and recreational activities or involving physical contact.Organizing local and international tournaments or competitions or matches EXCEPT indoor or indoor competitions / tournaments organized by the National Sports Council (MSN) and league matches of teams under the Malaysian Football League (MFL).Sports and recreational activities conducted outside of or across PPN enforcement areas, EXCEPT with permission from PDRM.
Creative industry
Performances at hotel lounges.Indoor or outdoor busking (except at PPVs).Activities at nightclubs or pub.Activities at the cinema.
Other prohibited activities
Any activities that involve mass gatherings, that can and may complicate/hinder physical distancing efforts as well any other activities, by order of the Health Department Director.Other matters will be determined by the government from time to time.

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Watch The Partial Solar Eclipse On Sunday On National Planetarium’s FB And YouTube

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There’s a special treat just before Raya Eve for those who are enamoured with all things space and Science!

The partial solar eclipse that will take place in Antarctica and South America tomorrow  (1 May) will be live-streamed on the National Planetarium’s Facebook page and YouTube channel.
The Malay Mail reported that the partial solar eclipse is the first eclipse this year, and it’s expected to take place from 2.45am to 6.37am MYT.
The solar eclipse will reach full coverage at 4.41am MYT, with coverage reaching up to 64% depending on the location.

Since the phenomenon couldn’t be seen directly at any location in Malaysia, the National Planetarium will live-stream images of the eclipse directly from Antarctica and South America, along with images from nearby telescopes.
According to the Science, Technology and Innovation Ministry, the location that can view the eclipse earliest is in the Pacific Ocean, followed by parts of Antarctica and then South America and parts of the Atlantic Ocean.
What are you waiting for? Get ready to form a watch party with the family!

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Matrix actor chose the blue pill: Now in a video game

Keanu Reeves, the celebrated actor from The Matrix and the John Wick franchises, will now be starring in another virtual world: the Cyberpunk 2077 video game.
The Cyberpunk 2077 role-playing game is an adaptation of the pen-and-paper futuristic role-playing game Cyberpunk 2020.

KEANU REEVES HAS ARRIVED IN CYBERPUNK 2077 #E32019 #XboxE3 pic.twitter.com/yT9Vh8VslR
â€” IGN (@IGN) June 9, 2019

Twitter (and the live audience) was lit up by the surprise appearance of Keanu Reeves during the trailer screening of the video game at E3 today, on screen…

Me watching the cyberpunk 2077 trailer
Me: okay this is fucking epic
Keanu reeves: *shows up out of nowhere*
The entire world: pic.twitter.com/6LrvyP6Wyd
â€” bader (@punishedJudgem1) June 9, 2019

…AND THEN IN REAL-LIFE.

Cyberpunk 2077 Full Presentation with Keanu Reeves | Microsoft Xbox E3 2019 – Keanu Reeves presents Cyberpunk 20177 at #XboxE3 https://t.co/g5wx6I7EKE pic.twitter.com/mvCAKw396Q
â€” Keanuital (@Keanuital) June 9, 2019

He briefly introduced the game’s premise as being a vast, customizable world set in the metropolis of the future. He claims the game would be ‘breathtaking’- to which an audience member shouted back, “You’re breath-taking!”

That one guy who shouted “YOU’RE breathtaking” at Keanu Reeves #E3 pic.twitter.com/u2EumtWa8k
â€” Cassie, but ( â€¢Ì€Ï‰â€¢Ì ) (@curioscurio) June 10, 2019

And then Keanu Reeves ended his appearance by calling everyone breath-taking.

Imagine hearing Keanu Reeves calling you “breathtaking” #lifegoals https://t.co/dOzKy96Qvg
â€” BeigeGiraffe (@jakob_beige) June 10, 2019

Keanu Reeves called us breathtaking pic.twitter.com/FGWnFdQFK0
â€” demi (@_demiwilliams) June 9, 2019

It only goes proves that Keanu Reeves is one of the most humble, personable actors that has graced the world.

We don’t deserve Keanu Reeves pic.twitter.com/3ZW4urIxIV
â€” Irene (@irenecastles) June 9, 2019

We can only sit back and appreciate the gift that is Keanu Reeves gracing our lives in 2019.

If it wasn’t clear enough already, 2019 belongs to Keanu Reeves. pic.twitter.com/tO4Qd7DgmA
â€” Film Feed (@FiImFeed) June 10, 2019

Plus, he’s still on a roll as he’s rumored to join the Marvel Cinematic Universe soon.


M’sian Man Rushing To Help A Fainted Officer Stand Made Many People Tear Up

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It was a touching moment for many people when they witnessed a man running toward an officer who fainted during the Enforcement Day parade at Maktab Penjara Kajang.

The older man hoisted the younger man up and stood behind him to ensure he didn’t fall again.
According to Sinar Harian, the young man who fainted is a Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Ministry (KPDNHEP) officer named Nik Mohamad Adhar Nik Ismail, 22, who took part in the parade.
He developed a fever three days ago and fainted during the parade on Thursday (21 July) because he has still not recovered.
The man who ran bare feet in the hot sun to hold him up was his uncle, Abdul Aziz Ya’acob, who he regarded as his own father.

Nik Mohamad is an orphan and has been cared for by his 60-year-old uncle and his wife Rosmawati Ismail, 53, since he was three months old.
My birth mother passed away when I was three months old and my father passed away when I was seven years old. They (Abdul Aziz and Rosmawati) treat me like their own.
Although he was only their nephew, Nik Mohamad said his uncle and aunt treated him the same as their other six children.
Nik Mohamad hails from Tumpat, Kelantan, and was stationed for duty in Tawau, Sabah.
KPDNHEP Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi, who witnessed the touching father and son moment at the parade, wrote on Facebook that he couldn’t hold back his tears.
He shared that Nik Mohamad’s uncle continued sprinting across the road on bare feet when his slippers fell off to hold up his adoptive son.

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Covid-19: Whopping 5,725 New Cases Today With 3,126 Of Them In Selangor Alone

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Another tragic milestone was crossed today with 5,725 new cases of Covid-19 recorded in Malaysia.

This is the highest in a single day and the first time daily cases crossed the 5,000 mark.
A whopping 3,126 cases were recorded in Selangor, followed by Kuala Lumpur (687) and Johor (684).
Other states with more than 100 new cases are Sabah (288), Sarawak (179), Terengganu (137), and Kedah (125)
This brings the total number of confirmed Covid-19 cases in Malaysia to 203,933, and total deaths to 733.
There are currently 45,478 active cases, 301 of whom are in the ICU and 115 requiring intubation.

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Parents Encouraged To Vaccinate Kids Against Polio, Though No New Cases Found In Sabah

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The Health Ministry (MOH) reports that there are no new cases of polio in Labuan, Sabah despite the virus being found in sewage samples taken from the territory.
Apart from tackling the Covid-19 pandemic, Malaysian health authorities have been busy running “surveillance” activities – taking environmental samples in 64 locations across the country – to detect traces of the poliovirus after cases resurfaced in Sabah in late 2019.
Poliomyelitis or the poliovirus is an infectious viral disease that mainly affects children, and can trigger life-long crippling health side effects or even death. The virus is predominantly spread through contaminated food and water supplies.
Prior to the recent four cases identified between December 2019 and March 2020, the last time Malaysia had a run-in with polio was back in 1992.

Polio Is Back In Malaysia. This Doctor Explains Why

After conducting investigations and random screenings on 41 Labuan children (ages five and below), MOH concluded that thus far, the virus remains contained with no new outbreaks.
According to Health Director-General Datuk Dr. Noor Hisham Abdullah, the presence of polio in Labuan’s sewage was confirmed by experts from the World Health Organisation (WHO).
Following the recent reappearance of the poliovirus in Sabah, health authorities have intensified immunization campaigns across the state.
Since there’s no cure for polio, the oral poliovirus vaccine (OPV) and the inactivated poliovirus vaccine (IPV) given via injection remain the only lines of protection we have against the disease.
Parents in Labuan are reminded to ensure that their kids under the age of 13 as well as toddlers between the ages of 2 to 18 months receive their immunizations on schedule to protect their health.
For more information, you can contact the Labuan Health Department’s hotline at 087-596020 or 087-596160.

M’sian Rotary Club Raises RM150,000 For Orphans And Handicapped Children

Since the poliovirus made an unwelcome return in December 2019, a total of four cases have been identified in Sabah, affecting children in the districts of Sandakan, Tuaran, and Kinabatangan.
According to the WHO, the poliovirus remains a matter of great concern as infections have been identified to be on the rise globally.
Moreover, the WHO also classifies the poliovirus as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC), akin to the coronavirus pandemic.
To make matters worse, the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic has arguably been disrupting international efforts at identifying and preventing polio cases.

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Source:
Poliomyelitis (polio) in the South-East Asia Region
Polio outbreak in Malaysia
Polio Case in Malaysia Sparks Fears the Disease Is Spreading in Southeast Asia
Health Ministry expands polio immunisation campaign to Labuan
 Statement of the twenty-fifth polio IHR Emergency Committee
No polio cases detected in Labuan, says Dr Noor Hisham
13 Sabah sewage samples have polio virus
One more polio case detected in Sandakan, total now 4


Magnum 4D Back In Action

Good news for all you lucky lottery enthusiast, the Magnum 4D Jackpot is back in action after experiencing some slight technical difficulties during its operation on Sunday (February 2).
The nationâ€™s pioneering number gaming operator faced a nationwide service outage for about an hour just as the day’s draw was coming to a close at 7 pm. Which might have caused some interruptions for a number of Malaysian bettors out there.
Apparently the lottery had some bugs in its core server networks which was quickly squashed by Magnumâ€™s tech team.
But fret not! Magnum 4D Berhad chief commercial officer Datuk Chan Chee Fai assures all its loyal customers that its outlets nationwide are fully up and running and apologises for any inconvenience caused by the issue.
Magnum’s new flagship outlet in Genting Highlands.(Credit: Magnum)
If you’d like more updates on the matter, just make your way to Magnumâ€™s official Facebook page to get all your necessary lottery related info.
Happy betting Malaysia!
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Magnum Just Opened A Flagship Outlet In Genting Highlands
Magnum explains nationwide Sunday 4D service outage


Parents Teach Child To Be Kind To Garbage Collector, Receives Praise

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We have to thank our garbage collectors because they are the most helpful in maintaining the cleanliness of our surroundings.

Can you imagine if they are not there to collect all the garbage? We would be surrounded by foul smells and pests such as rats, cockroaches, caterpillars, etc. Without them, we cannot enjoy a comfortable life.
So, there is nothing wrong if we give appreciation and good treatment to these sanitation workers.
Toddler Says Thank You And Gives A Packet Of Drinks To A Garbage Collector
A TikTok user, @denik923, recently uploaded a video in which a couple was seen teaching their toddler to get along with sanitary workers.
The worker was picking up trash in front of their house.
In the video, the little boy handed several boxes of the Milo drink and was greeted with open arms by the employee.
The boy’s father also had time to teach his little boy to say thank you and wave before moving back into the house.
The video had garnered 131,400 views on TikTok at the time of writing.
  @denik923 #kamihargai #alamflora ♬ original sound  – Denik
Netizens Full Of Praise For The Parents On How They Educate Their Kid
In the comments section, netizens praised the parents for educating their children to be kind to the cleaning worker.
Many also hope that other parents can learn from the example and teach their children the same.
When children are taught from an early age, they will undoubtedly grow up to respect people from all walks of life.

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Kind Stray Feeders Who Make Hearts Melt While Keeping Tummies Full

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Kind people are everywhere if you look hard enough.

Especially when it concerns the livelihoods of stray animals around Malaysia.
Recently, a kind lady by the name of Kak Wa shared a heartwarming video on Tiktok of her feeding a homeless dog which she named Tam.

https://www.tiktok.com/@aiwahida/video/7218592817973611782

In the video, the stray nicknamed Tam, can be seen running happily towards Kak Wa as she calls out its name with food for it.
She also shared a kind message in the caption:
Korang, jom sama-sama standby makanan haiwan dalam bag atau dalam kereta atau motor tau. Kesian dorang lapar.Kak Wa via TikTok
In the video, it can also be noted that Tam is scared of humans as she runs away the moment Kak Wa’s husband steps out of his vehicle, but she wholeheartedly trusts Kak Wa.
If one takes a deep dive into animal videos on TikTok, you will find many kind souls who help keep these strays – dog or cat- full and happy.
Another stray feeder is Aunty Aileen, who according to Instagram page @myforeverdoggo has opened her doors to countless homeless dogs in Malaysia.
Source: @mydogshaven/Instagram
The 65 year old is so passionate about helping these dogs that she is willing to wake up in the wee hours of the mornings daily just to make time to walk, feed and sometimes even bathe all 35 plus of her rescued dogs.
In a video posted by the Instagram account, Aunty Aileen, who is also the founder of My Pets Haven, shared that they also make sure to spay their female dogs to smoothen the adoption process as well in the worry that some adopters might not want to do it.
She also noted that they also neuter their male dogs to prevent any unwanted pregnancies that could lead to an increase in the number of strays.
Aunty Aileen also added that her organization needs all the help she can get and is always happy to have volunteers come and give her a hand in cleaning the cages and walking the dogs.
If you want to help her and her doggos out, visit the link in bio at @mypetshaven’s Instagram!
Her final message to Malaysians out there?
Please adopt and don’t encourage the breeders. When the buying stops, the breeding stops as well.Aunty Aileen

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Man In Kuching Nabbed After Video Of Him Sexually Harassing Woman Goes Viral

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A 26-year-old woman from Kuching, Sarawak endured a traumatic experience recently when a 29-year-old man chased her car on his bike and kissed her car’s windshield.

The incident was captured on video and later shared on social media where it went viral.
GILA S#KS……KEJADIAN didakwa berlaku di Kuching, Sarawak….Seorang wanita yang sedang memandu menjadi mangsa gangguan… pic.twitter.com/b8hpTpVfaK— MYNEWSHUB (@mynewshub) May 8, 2023
It can be observed that the victim was not comfortable with his action as her voice seemed to be breaking at the end of the video.
The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) has released a media statement on the incident.
According to acting Kuching district police chief Superintendent Merbin Anak Lisa, they received a complaint from the victim on 8 May.
On the same day, a team of police officers from the Criminal Investigation Department of the Kuching district police headquarters arrested the suspect at about 7pm at Jalan Kampung Rampangi.
His motorbike which was used during the incident was also confiscated by the police team.
Merbin said further investigation found that the suspect has two previous records.
It was also found that the suspect had a psychiatrist specialist treatment card from the Sarawak General Hospital and is still undergoing follow-up treatment there.
An investigation paper has been opened under Section 509 of the Penal Code and Section 28 Of the Sarawak Minor Offences Ordinance 1957 which carries a punishment of up to five years in prison or a fine or both, if convicted.

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Ismail Sabri, Hamzah Zainuddin, Among Those To Receive Sabah’s Highest Honours

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Senior Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob, Home Minister Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainuddin and Sabah Deputy Chief Minister II Datuk Dr Jeffrey Kitingan will receive the highest degree of Sabah, Seri Panglima Darjah Kinabalu in conjunction with the Official Birthday of the Tuan Yang Terutama (TYT) Tun Juhar Mahiruddin.

Also receiving the degree of Seri Panglima Darjah Kinabalu (SPDK) which carries the title of Datuk Seri Panglima is Sabah State Secretary Datuk Safar Untong.
The Sabah State Palace through a statement said that they are among the 679 recipients of Sabah State Honors, Stars and Medals in conjunction with the 67th Official Birthday of the Sabah State President.
Picture Credit: Malay Mail
The Emblem of the Order of Seri Panglima Darjah Kinabalu (S.P.D.K.) consists of Necklaces, Stars, Sash and Badges.
Those who are appointed as the Yang di-Pertua Negeri of Sabah, automatically carry the title of Seri Panglima Darjah Kinabalu (S.P.D.K.) even after retiring from the post of Yang di-Pertua Negeri.
Those who are awarded the Seri Panglima Darjah Kinabalu are entitled to use the title Datuk Seri Panglima regardless of whether the recipient is male or female.
The wife of a male member is called Datin Seri Panglima but if it’s the other way around, the husband can not use the title Datuk Seri Panglima.
Picture Credit: Sabah government
Here’s what you get if you are awarded the title:
Picture Credit: ehive.com
Necklace
The necklace chain is made of gold. These necklaces have thirteen chain points connected to each other.
It has a five-pointed star badge made of gold with “SABAH MAJU JAYA” written on it and nestled in the centre of the circle is the Sabah State Emblem.
Sash
The fabric is made out of silk with colored verticle stripes with a knot at the bottom. Below this knot is the badge.
Badge
This badge is made out of gold. At the center is a circle made out of white enamel with written “SABAH MAJU JAYA” in rumi writing enclosing the Sabah State Emblem.
Stars
S.P.D.K. made of gold and shaped like a five-pointed star grinded like a lined gem. Behind the star is a five-pointed badge. In the center of the star there is an embossed circle made of white enamel engraved with the slogan “SABAH MAJU JAYA” in rumi writing enclosing the Sabah State Emblem.
We also have another article about the other types Datukships being awarded by other states if you want to check that out.

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From Supporting Local Communities To Protecting Frontliners – Hereâ€™s How You Can Help During This Pandemic

It is pretty clear to all of us that the Covid-19 outbreak is not like the other epidemics and disasters that we have experienced in our lifetime. Countries have been brought to their knees and livelihoods of people around the world have been severely affected by the virus, as well as by the lockdowns or restricted movements it necessitates.
The situation is so dire that the United Nations (UN) recently issued a call-to-action to all member states to not only curb the spread of the virus, but to also address the socio-economic impact of this crisis.

We are facing a global health crisis unlike any in the 75-year history of the United Nations – one that is killing people, spreading human suffering, and upending peopleâ€™s lives.Antonio Guterres, Secretary-General of the UN

Governments and private organisations around the world are doing their part to help

(Credit: Hishammuddin Hussein/Facebook)

Foreign governments like those in China and Cuba are sending aid in the form of medical supplies and medical workers to countries that are affected by the disease. With the help of the government, local doctors are also having video conferences with those in China to discuss findings and methods of fighting the virus.
In the private sector, companies like Alibaba donated medical equipment to a number of countries. Ralph Lauren and a number of high-end fashion brands have shifted their production resources to churn out personal protection equipment (PPE) for frontliners. On top of that, those with engineering expertise – like Ford – are building ventilators.
Back at home, the Malaysian government announced a stimulus package to help its people. Banks have automatically granted their loan borrowers a six-month moratorium to ease Malaysiansâ€™ financial burden. Local companies like YTL are also giving out free SIM cards with 40GB worth of data to facilitate e-learning; while Lazada launched Cameron Farmers and LazadaForGood to help small medium and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as source donations for the needy and frontliners.

What we can do – aside from staying at home

(Credit: Lazada/Facebook)

As urged by our Prime Minister, the greatest help we can offer is to stay at home to break the chain of infection. We can start by doing more of our shopping via e-commerce platforms, prepare our own food, or use food delivery services.
We can help SME producers like the Cameron Highland farmers and neighbourhood market vendors by ordering our fresh groceries from them (check out our full list of fresh groceries delivery services here). You can also support SME food and beverage operators by ordering food from them, or purchase gift cards from them now to be used later.
For those who would like to help the underprivileged and frontliners, the LazadaForGood initiative allows you to either purchase PPE for medical staff, feed underprivileged families, or donate to the Covid-19 Pandemic Fund. This is Lazadaâ€™s collaboration with MERCY Malaysia, UNICEF, and the Malaysian Red Crescent Society.

We have two more weeks to flatten the curve and help our fellow Malaysians – let us do it together because #MalaysiaBoleh.

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Satirical Artist Fahmi Reza Blacklisted From Leaving The Country, Cites Double Standard

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After getting summoned by police twice in a month, satirical artist Fahmi Reza shared that he has been banned from leaving the country.

His latest offence was uploading a satirical picture of an ape dressed in royal garments.
READ MORE: Satirical Artist Fahmi Reza Hauled Again For Latest ‘Mojo Jojo’ Satire Artwork
In addition, the Immigration Department has blacklisted him from renewing his passport on orders from police in Bukit Aman.
UPDATE: Aku dah kena blacklist dan dilarang ke luar negara. #SatireIsNotACrime pic.twitter.com/4ZwOqMLwNf— Fahmi Reza (@kuasasiswa) April 23, 2022
Fahmi still hopes to obtain permission from the authorities to travel to Europe next month because he is involved in a theatre performance there.
I am now working on getting clearance from Bukit Aman before my scheduled flight. If a convicted criminal with 42 corruption charges against him can get clearance to leave the country, I hope Bukit Aman can give me the clearance too. No double standards.Malaysian satirical artist Fahmi Reza on Twitter.
The Malay Mail reported that this referred to former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak, who’s facing 42 criminal charges for money laundering, abuse of power and criminal breach of trust.
Najib managed to travel to Singapore after his application to travel was approved by the Courts.

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Chicken Prices Will Be Controlled, After All, Ceiling Prices To Be Announced

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In a piece of good news for the people, the government has decided that the price of chicken in the national market will not be floated.

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said in a statement that the new ceiling price would be announced shortly.
The announcement will be made by the Minister of Agriculture and Food Industry, Datuk Seri Dr Ronald Kiandee.
The decision is to ensure that the rising cost of living does not burden the people.
The decision made proves the government’s concern to safeguard the interests of Malaysian families so that they are not burdened by rising prices and the challenge of the cost of living.Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob on easing the people’s burden.
Pestime dlm hidup beli ayam sekoq dgn harga RM25.60…dgn berat RM10.80/kg…Berayaq mata bg duit tadi…@IsmailSabri60 oittttttt… https://t.co/ydPIks7Yst— Qistano Ronaldo..🇲🇾🤲🏽 (@AbeSeyy) June 24, 2022
Earlier, Ismail Sabri said the government would no longer provide subsidies to chicken farmers from 1 July to reduce the burden of rising prices of goods, including chicken.
Paying The Price
Prior to the announcement, the price of fresh chicken is expected to rise to RM15 per kilogram in July, the highest level ever recorded.
Currently, the government sets the maximum retail price of chicken for Peninsular Malaysia for standard round chicken at RM8.90 per kilogram.
Super round chicken (slaughtered and cleaned without legs, head, liver and gizzard) at RM9.90 per kilogram.
Chicken suppliers said that the cost of the raw material is now being reviewed after the government said that it would no longer provide subsidies to farmers from July onward.
Traders have to sell fresh chicken at RM12 kg due to the continuous increase in transportation costs, although the maximum price scheme of RM8.90 per kilogram of chicken was still in force.
Traders had to bear the cost of transporting fresh chicken per kg starting at 50 sen.
The cost then increased to RM1.50 and RM1.80 and most recently it went up to RM2.20 per kg of raw material.
Mulai 1 Julai, tiada lagi had maksima harga ayam. Ok ke polisi ni?Penjual ayam pun tak setuju rupanya… pic.twitter.com/Xq9SlAZga0— Hafidzi (@hafidzimr) June 24, 2022
At present, the supply of chicken remains uncertain.
The demand for chicken is expected to jump again in early July due to Hari Raya Haji.
READ MORE: Expensive Chicken? Here’s An Hen-semble Of Foods That Taste Just Like Em’
Some said the recent government announcement on additional cash aid should cushion the price hike.
The government has announced an increase in the total payment of Malaysian Family Assistance (BKM) for the B40 group, which is RM100 for households and RM50 for singles.

https://twitter.com/anjwaaii/status/1539779550271635456

At the same time, people they said they are already feeling the pinch in their daily purchases.
Even where prices remained the same, the quality and quantity had decreased.
Masa nak beli kedai nasi ayam…Saya: “Eh, kenapa nasi mahal sangat?”Pekerja: “Maaf. Kita terpaksa naik harga nasi ayam tu. BN suruh naik harga makanan! Ulang, BN SURUH NAIK HARGA! Bukan pengilang, bukan pembekal tapi yang mengarahkan naik harga tu BN. Kita perlu akur.” https://t.co/fTsCH9nOQf— Mohd Yushairie Yusoff (@yushairieyusoff) June 22, 2022
Some good Samaritans had offered free meals for Malaysians who cannot afford to eat.
READ MORE: Hawker Gives Free Food For University Students Who Struggle To Pay For Meals

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Genting’s Five Guys Burger Chain Disappoints Hungry Patrons

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Five Guys Malaysia opened their first outlet in Malaysia on October 25th, just in time for the long weekend, as keen travelers journeyed up to Genting Highlands for an escape away from being stuck at home.

READ MORE: U.S. Burger Chain Five Guys Opens First Outlet In Genting Highlands, But Prices Are Also Up There
However, early birds excited to try to new burger store were in for a rude shock when they arrived and found that the restaurant was not even open. Over the weekend, the business advertised itself as being open at 10am.

According to local Instagramer Pearl Tan, patrons didn’t receive a warm welcome at all. Instead, they were met by a flimsy handwritten note stating that the restaurant will open at 4pm instead of its 10am opening time.
She noted that it was a huge disappointment for her and her friends who took the special effort to drive up to Genting Highlands.
The fast food chain has since apologised and updated their business hours on their social media.
The Long Night Of… Waiting
For Malaysians who arrived in the late afternoon for the burgers, they still had to endure a long wait. The queue for the new burgers started before the restaurant opened its doors at 4pm.
The line started and wrapped around the shoplot before the restaurant was even open.(Credit: Twitter/@chapree)
Those who had the patience to wait in line for their chance to try the burger found that they either really enjoyed the experience or they found it a waste of time.
It was worth the wait and money. 😋 that cheeseburger was da bomb! with pickles, grilled shroom, mayo and hot souce. While milkshake I added choc and banana as toppings. 🤤😋📍Five Guys, Genting Highlands pic.twitter.com/PyLfREcvlO— Bawan MCO (@shazwan_r) November 1, 2021
I had Five Guys today, i don’t know when my wallet will recover. Waited two hours in line with @lynfunkstar 🤯Review: Burger not so bad ah 7/10 Fries so expensive for what? I also dunno know 5/10 Verdict:With the queue and price, first and last time lol pic.twitter.com/mYyg3ttByb— Captain Awesome (@emmagine79) November 6, 2021
Some defended the burger chain, saying that the prices were posted on the menu to begin with. Some found the burger good enough to warrant the long wait. Others found that the food didn’t meet their expectations and would likely not return.
Azlyn, who visited the chain on the 6th of November, noted that while the burger was decent and the price point is understandable considering its location, she would only revisit if she happened to be in Genting Highlands again.
But I wouldn’t go out of my way to eat a burger there since there’s a lot of equally good local options too.Azlyn to TRP
A cheeseburger will set you back RM40, while fries start at RM20 for the small size. Milkshakes cost RM25, while regular mineral water will set you back RM10.
‘Five Guys’ fast food restaurants at Genting Highland.Hidup di MY, tapi harga burger bukan harga MY.Dah la gaji rakyat MY maintain RM1.2k, harga tiket fun fair & makanan asyik naik je.Kesian rakyat marhaen, asyik kena buat 2,3 kerja while geng kayangan maintain exploit us. https://t.co/QCVvj0AwjY pic.twitter.com/koexFzHBLr— Gojira Rawrr (@adrujaMK) November 5, 2021
Some have argued that these inflated prices are to be expected considering that the chain is located in Genting Highlands, where prices are notoriously high, but others have suggested that this is simply another example of wage stagnation in the country.
Others cheekily mentioned that it may be best to support our own local homegrown burger restaurants instead, which are much more affordable and closer to home than Five Guys.

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Just When Students Are OTW Back To Campus, MOHE Announces All Uni & College Classes Are 100% Online

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The Higher Education Ministry (MOHE) has announced that all classes at higher education institutions (IPT) will be held 100% online, while physical registration of students for the upcoming semester has been postponed.

The announcement came out at the same time thousands of students across the nation are on the way to their campuses.
In a statement released at noon today, MOHE says that it is aware of the views and concerns voiced by students, parents and the community in regards to the increase in Covid-19 cases just a few days before the intake of new students into universities and colleges.
Therefore, MOHE recommends all IPT to postpone the physical registration of new and old students to campus. All student registration matters can be done online, as well as teaching and learning sessions until further notice.Higher Education Ministry.
Students who are already registered and on campus can remain there, while their institutions are urged to provide them with the necessary assistance.
As for students who have already purchased flight tickets to return, the ministry explains that it has already liaised with airlines to allow students to reschedule their flights to campus until 31 December 2020.
The last minute announcement caught thousands of students by surprise, who are now voicing out their anger and frustration online.
the entire MAHASISWA & MAHASISWI, new or senior ARE SCREAMING at this last min announcement — AS WE SHOULD! ✨ #MenteriKPTSilaLetakJawatan— alish ☾ (@purplebearry) October 2, 2020
The hashtag #MenteriKPTsilaletakjawatan has been trending on Twitter since the announcement was made.
Screenshot from Twitter
I swear, our current ministers of edu not being considerate w students. They must ganti rugi duit students no matter what, students aren’t rich. It’s time for our current KPT to step down. #MenteriKPTsilaletakjawatan https://t.co/3aL3SG5ITo— 🍒 (@PaigeOffficial) October 2, 2020
Many comments by furious students detail that those already on the way back to campus were left in the lurch as they were forced to turn back while others are struggling to find transportation back home.
Tickets are burn and students waiting for TNC approval just to be back by 12 Oct only to find out things are obsolete & void by now, all under short sighted and shallow vision being so short noticed and agonisingly slow and defective #MenteriKPTsilaletakjawatan— vallis (@maehry) October 2, 2020
Even my dad kena stroke pun still lagi kerja keras sbb perlukan duit nk hantar adik i pegi msuk uni. Dah habis beribu. Semua barang2 dah beli. Menghitung hari jee nk pegi hntar dia di uitm. End up KPT keluarkan statement mcm tu pula. Tak tau nak ckp apa. Sedih sngt sngttt— TheHajar’s (@hajar_sukri) October 2, 2020
Member kena halau. Naik Bas Dari johor ke Kelantan. kena halau balik pic.twitter.com/Wq3tu7JiZW— ZAFFLURRIE (@zafflurrie) October 2, 2020
It hurts me so bad. sorry ayah😔. Kalau la kakak dok masuk belajor dulu😔 pic.twitter.com/6xTKAowsTV— COUPLERINGRM35 (@wafanadira96) October 2, 2020

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MOH Urge Employers To Protect Foreign Workers During Pandemic

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The Malaysian Health Ministry (MOH) wants companies to keep their foreign workers’ health and safety in check during the global Covid-19 crisis.
Health Director-General Datuk Dr. Noor Hisham Abdullah said that employers must take precautions to stop a viral cluster from forming among foreign employees.
The DG explains that companies must abide by guidelines provided by the authorities to protect workers such as conducting health checks and maintaining social distancing practices within the work environment as well as reminding employees to do the same at home.
 Notably, there are foreign workers who are confined to limited living quarters such as dormitories, rental homes and shop lots like the Selangor and Malayan mansion that’s now placed under the Enhanced Movement Control Order (EMCO).(Credit:  Firdaus Latif/Malay Mail)
Out of the 5,251 Covid-19 infections detected in Malaysia, 601 of the cases reported involved foreign nationals consisting of tourists, foreign workers, and refugees.
MOH is currently cooperating with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) to ensure that refugees and those seeking asylum in the country are taken care of during the pandemic.
Reportedly, according to the Immigration Department, there are more than 1 million registered foreign workers employed in numerous industries across the nation, while numbers provided by the Department of Statistics (DOSM) show that as of 2019, there were more than 3 million foreigners staying legally in Malaysia.

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After Reports Of VIP Vaccine Queue Jumping, Govt Releases Official List Of Eligible Frontliners For Phase 1

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Following reports over the weekend of VIPs jumping queues for Phase 1 of the Covid-19 vaccinations, the government has released an official list of frontliners eligible to receive their doses first.

The Covid-19 Immunisation Task Force (CITF), led by Science, Innovation & Technology Minister (Mosti) Khairy Jamaluddin, published the list today (1st March). Here’s what it says:
READ MORE: VIPs Jumping Vaccine Queue Exposed By Social Media, KJ Vows To Take Action
General definition
Personnel at high risk to be infected and spread Covid-19, either by direct exposure to infected individuals, high risk individuals who are infected, patient samples or an environment that is a potential source of infection. The two categories that apply here are:
First category – Personnel directly involved with treatment and health (encompassing institutions under the Health Ministry, Defence Ministry, Teaching Hospitals and Private Hospitals).Second category – Personnel involved in the health sector, defence agencies, security personnel and essential services.
Detailed description of the eligible personnel
First category
Technical personnel (management and professional staff, paramedics and auxiliary) who are involved with patient care in healthcare facilities, handling of patient samples, environmental disinfection, healthcare control on the field and direct interaction with the public.
Other officers who directly interact with public or handling patient samples, either in medical or public healthcare on duty at public and private hospitals and clinics.Personnel at state health departments, district healthcare centres (PKD) and healthcare facilities such as officers at bilik Gerakan (eg: MOH Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre – CPRC) and involved in field supervision.
Credit: Malay Mail
Technical personnel here refers to:
Medical OfficerDental OfficerPharmacy OfficerScience OfficerEnvironmental Health OfficerNursesMedical AssistantEnvironmental Health AssistantPharmacy AssistantX-Ray technicianMedical Lab TechnologistMedical Treatment AssistantDriverPublic Health Assistant
This also applies to groups in health facilities involved in pandemic control, and communicating directly with the public such as supervisory office staff etc.
Second Category
Credit: Sayuti Zainudin/Malay Mail
Healthcare sector – General Practitioners, private dentists, traditional and complementary medicine practitioners as well as registered private laboratories.Security personnel – Police, Army, General Operations Force, Malaysia Civil Defence Force, Malaysian Prison Department, Immigration Depratment, Bomba, Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency and The People’s Volunteer Corps (RELA).Social services –  such as Welfare DepartmentRoyal Malaysian Customs DepartmentMOH contractors – cleaning and securityHaemodiaysis officersSchool teachers who have more that one chronic health issue, or muliple morbiditiesMinistersState executive council officersMembers of Parliament (MP)State legislative assembly member (ADUN)Government officers involved in official Minister trips overseas
Garis Panduan Penetapan Senarai Barisan Petugas Hadapan Bagi Program Imunisasi COVID-19 Kebangsaan. pic.twitter.com/JFj38p5yNf— Khairy Jamaluddin 🇲🇾🌺 (@Khairykj) March 1, 2021

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Warning: Malaysiaâ€™s COVID-19 Infection Rate Will Peak Mid-April, Say Analysts

As Malaysians hunker down during the movement control order (MCO) to battle the growing COVID-19 pandemic, weâ€™ve witnessed the number of cases rise day by day.
Well, brace yourself because itâ€™s going to get worse.
Analysts at JPMorgan Chase & Co have predicted that Malaysiaâ€™s COVID-19 infection will peak around mid-April with 6,300 cases.
With the doubling of infections in recent days, the report by JPMorganâ€™s Asia-Pacific Equity Research group believes that the country is now entering the curve acceleration stage before slowing down and reaching its peak. They predict that this peak will last around 1.5 – 2 weeks before  the overall infection growth slows to 100-250 cases per day.
JPMorgan Chase & Co predicts that Malaysia’s Covid-19 cases will peak around 6,300 cases.(Credit: @mkhairulazri/Twitter)
There’s good news, though
Despite the frightening prospect of more people contracting the novel coronavirus, the authors of the report point out that Malaysia is extremely well prepared to battle the pandemic.
For one, the report states that Malaysiaâ€™s aggressive testing strategy that far exceeds our ASEAN neighbours and even several European nations.
Malaysiaâ€™s â€˜test per million capitaâ€™ is currently at 482, or 482 tests per one million population. The number  4 – 81 times higher than other ASEAN countries which stands at 6- 109 tests per million.
Covid-19 screening by the Health Minstry.(Credit: Malay Mail)
It suggests that the country has relatively better positioning to contain the virus diffusion process.JPMorganâ€™s Asia-Pacific Equity Research.
While the aggressive testing can result in a higher number of reported infections, this actually leads to milder development of the disease and reduces the number of deaths.
In fact, the analysts also found that Malaysiaâ€™s reported mortality ratio is at 0.77%, much lower than the global average of 4.4%.
The encouraging numbers are also compounded by the movement control order (MCO) which helps slow the spread of the virus, subduing the secondary spread of the epidemic.
Restricted entry of foreigners during the movement control order to slow down the spread of Covid-19(Credit: Malay Mail/Miera Zulyana)
Besides that, Malaysia’s current critical care beds are estimated at 1,060 based on Malaysian Registry of Intensive Care, which the report suggests as sufficient to handle severe COVID-19 cases.
So while this news may be scary, there is light at the end of the tunnel. Stay safe, everyone!

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M’sian Primary School Students No 2 In SEA For Learning Abilities, But There’s A Lot We Can Still Fix

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Malaysian primary school students have come in second place – behind Vietnam – in their ability to learn, according to a survey called the Southeast Asia Primary Learning Metrics (SEA-PLM) programme.

The six countries in the region that participated in the programme were Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, and Vietnam. Sadly, Singapore was not on the list.
How students were tested
SEA-PLM 2019 surveyed students aged between 10 and 11-years-old in schools located in both rural and urban areas. (Credit: SEA-PLM)
The programme focused on the performance of 10 and 11-year old primary school students in three areas, namely reading, writing, and mathematics.
Tests and questionnaires were given to the students in languages determined by the education ministry of each country. In Malaysia, students were tested in Chinese, Malay, and Tamil, and their results were then combined.
To measure the student’s performance, SEA-PLM used its own proficiency scales called “Bands”.
Children who scored in the highest Band were considered to have mastered the fundamental skills expected of them when leaving primary school and were on the way to developing critical skills required in the 21st century.
Aside from testing their curricular abilities, SEA-PLM 2019 also studied the demographic background of the children to see how it affects their scholastic performace.
What makes Malaysia’s primary education so good
1. Reading
In Malaysia, the majority (58%) of 10 and 11-year-olds had achieved the highest reading literacy skills by the end of primary school. Meanwhile, another 18% of Malaysian students scored Band 5 and so were progressing towards achieving this level, too.
(Credit: SEA-PLM)
The student’s reading abilities were judged based on a scale that includes 5 bands of proficiency, ranging from Band 2 and below to Band 6 and above.
A child scoring in the lowest band (Band 2 and below) are only able to identify relationships between words and their meanings. At Band 6 and above, a child can understand texts with familiar structures, can manage competing information when locating ideas, and can understanding implicit details.
According to the report, children who do not meet a minimum proficiency in reading by this age would likely struggle to transition to secondary school.
2. Writing
In Malaysia, only about 11% of children produced writing in the top 2 bands of writing proficiency. A majority of children managed to score above average (Band 5) indicating that there is definitely a need for improvement here.
(Credit: SEA-PLM)
The children’s writing abilities were judged based on an 8 band scale. In the lowest band (Band 1 and below) students have only limited ability to present ideas in writing, while those in Band 8 and above are able to write cohesive texts with detailed ideas and a good range of appropriate vocabulary.
Surprisingly, a vast majority of students across all six countries didn’t demonstrate writing proficiencies expected of a 10 to 11-year-old student.
3. Mathematics
The majority of Malaysian children scored in Band 6 and above, demonstrating that they had the mathematical literacy skills consistent with those expected by the end of primary school.
(Credit: SEA-PLM)
The SEA-PLM proficiency scale for mathematical literacy includes 8 bands of proficiency ranging from Band 2 and below to Band 9 and above.
In the lowest band (Band 2 and below) children are at the level of emerging mathematical skills. They may have difficulty understanding the value of digits, scales of measurement and arranging 2-digit numbers in order.
A more proficient learner (Band 6 and above) is able to perform more mathematical operations, including with fractions, interpret tables and graphs, apply fractions and percentages, and analyse data representations.
According to the report, children in all countries found subjective questions more difficult than multiple-choice questions. They also appeared to be more familiar with making calculations than with formulating, interpreting, communicating and explaining.
How a child’s background can affect their scholastic performance
An unstable home will definitely affect a child’s ability to focus and learn in school. (Credit: SEA-PLM)
The SEA-PLM survey revealed stark differences between a student’s performance and various profiles and characteristics, such as gender, socioeconomic status, language spoken at home, preschool experience and early developmental skills.
They found that some disadvantages may be combined and thus the most vulnerable children face multiple deprivations that negatively affect their learning.
Wealth
According to the report, in all six countries, children from higher socioeconomic backgrounds and those attending schools in wealthier neighbourhoods performed better than children from less advantaged backgrounds.
This pattern is consistent across all 3 areas of learning, and the magnitude of this difference was substantial.
READ MORE: Over 1 Million Malaysian Children Are Not In School & Other Problems With The Education System, Says Former Minister
Gender
Interestingly, girls were found to perform better than boys, regardless of socioeconomic status or school location. In all countries, boys had lower levels of achievement than girls, in reading and writing especially.
Mother-tongue
Children who spoke the language of instruction more often at home were able to achieve higher levels of literacy in reading, writing and mathematics than those who did not.
Preschool
Malaysia and Vietnam had similar percentages of students who attended 2 years of preschool before moving on to primary school. (Credit: SEA-PLM)
 Preparatory school shows a positive influence in all countries. Children with at least 1 year of preschool education consistently performed better during all 5 years of primary education compared to children who didn’t attend preschool.
Positive learning environment
 Most children across all six countries had high levels of interest in school and, on average, children who felt better and safer at school performed better than children who reported less positive feelings.
Parent involvement
 In all countries, when parents were more involved in their children’s education, the child was more likely to score higher in reading, writing, and mathematics.
Sadly, a large proportion of children suggested that their parents rarely or never engage in these activities.
Basic needs
 At least one-third of children in all six countries went to a school where their teachers reported that a child’s hunger in class or lack of sleep affected their learning.
With the right policies and programmes that target the issues above, the report states that a significant proportion of children may still be able to improve and reach higher proficiency levels.
Interested in knowing more? Take a look at SEA-PLM’s extensive report for yourself here.

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Continuous Heavy Rain Warning In Johor, Pahang, Sarawak Until Monday

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MetMalaysia has issued a severe-level continuous heavy rain warning in Kuching, Serian, Samarahan, Sri Aman and Betong (Pusa and Betong) in Sarawak until tomorrow (6 March).

Areas such as Betong (Saratok and Kabong), Sarikei, Sibu (Sibu and Kanowit) and Mukah (Tanjung Manis, Daro, and Matu) received continuous rain warnings until the next day too.
Over in Pahang, similar weather conditions are expected to hit Kuantan, Pekan, and Rompin and also in Johor, particularly Kluang, Mersing, and Kota Tinggi.

The condition of the March floods so far
On 28 February, the Drainage and Irrigation Department (DID) advised residents in Johor, Pahang, and Sarawak to brace themselves for a flash flood over the next few days after analysing MetMalaysia’s weather data.
The floods in Johor have resulted in four deaths so far. Many people were stranded when the floodwaters rose and help started pouring in from volunteers and rescuers despite the inclement weather.
READ MORE: Johor Floods: Man Killed As Car Swept Away
READ MORE: Johor Floods: Abang Salleh Earns Praise For Selfless Act
According to New Straits Times, Johor recorded the highest rainfall in four days (28 February to 3 March) since 1991 at 731mm.
In December 1991, the reading was 621mm a month, while in December 2006, it was 599mm.
DID director-general Datuk Ir Dr Md Nasir Md Noh said the reading was also higher than the average monthly rainfall for March in Johor at 195mm.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said today (5 March) that the flood situation is currently under control and there’s no need to declare a disaster emergency,
During his visit to Johor, he assured the public that the government is taking steps to mitigate the effects of future floods and the flood mitigation projects in Johor are set to start in June.
Previously, Anwar said the government would channel flood relief amounting to RM50 million to Johor for flood victims.
Women, Family, and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said the ministry had spent RM615,000 on food supplies to be delivered to the flooded states.
The ministry will continue to assist, such as providing counselling and entertainment for the children so they don’t get bored.
She added that those who want to help flood victims could donate through the National Welfare Foundation (YKN).
Over in Pahang, the state Orang Asli Development Department (JAKOA) sent food supplies to three Orang Asli villages in Rompin using a helicopter from the Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM).
The villages were cut off due to landslides and floods. The food supply given to 2,198 heads of households (KIR) in Tanah Runtuh Orang Asli Village (KOA), Langkap Lama KOA, and Menteong KOA was estimated to last between four days to one week, depending on the number of family members.
Depending on weather conditions, the food supply will continue to be distributed as needed using JBPM helicopters and armed forces trucks.
As of today morning, the number of flood victims rose to 44,860 people in Johor, 2,978 in Pahang, 587 in Negeri Sembilan, 493 in Melaka, and 71 in Selangor.

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We Try This Raspberry Pistachio Ice Cream Cake From A Local Creamery [Review]

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Gula Creamery is a homegrown ice-cream parlour and sister brand to Gula Cakery. They make ice creams from the flavours of their cakes. So you’ll get bits of their cakes inside their ice cream as well.

READ MORE: How This Klang Valley Cakery Chain Went From Home Kitchen To Chain Outlets
Besides ice creams, they also have ice cream cakes too.
(Credit: Gula Creamery)
They’ve recently introduced 7 new tantalising flavours of ice-cream cake. The flavours include:
Raspberry-PistachioPandan Gula MelakaBiscoff CheesecakeMango CheesecakeChocolateVanillaStrawberry
Besides ice cream and ice cream cakes at Gula Creamery, they also serve milkshakes and waffles. Their waffles have a dollop of your favourite ice cream on top and their milkshakes have bits and pieces of the cakes inside too.
(Credit: Gula Creamery)
We gave them a try
With our team dinner coming up, we decided to give the ice cream cakes from Gula Cakery a try. We wanted to try something a little more unique, so we got the Rasberry Pistachio.
Would you look at the detailing of the cake? 😍 They were still solid for the first few minutes. (Credit: Melissa Suraya Ismail / TRP)
We also got to try two of their milkshakes which were the Berry Pavlova Milkshake & Biscoff Cheesecake Milkshake. Yes, just by hearing their names, we all got pre-diabetes.
The Taste Test
We got to hand it to them, they packed the cake and the milkshake quite securely. We got them all while they were still frozen and picture-perfect. But as soon as we got them out of the box, it was a race against time to get those pictures!
The cake started with a shortbread layer, pistachio ice cream, then raspberry sorbet, again with the pistachio ice cream and lastly, a pistachio-flavoured white chocolate top. It is then decorated with cream, raspberry and pistachio nuts.
The layers inside the cake. (Credit: Melissa Suraya Ismail / TRP)
As a person who likes pistachio, I personally like the ice cream. The pistachio flavour is not too strong and too sweet. It’s just nice. The raspberry sorbet is super sour and sweet at the same time so be warned!
Biscoff Cheesecake Milkshake. (Credit: Melissa Suraya Ismail / TRP)
The milkshakes were quite superb. Yes, it’s super sweet that you could run the risk of getting diabetes but it’s a good kinda sweet though. They’re both really creamy and rich.
They have some Biscoff and Pavlova bits on top of their respective drinks. It’s quite fun to chew on the bits of the toppings.
Berry Pavlova Milkshake.(Credit: Melissa Suraya Ismail / TRP)
The Verdict
Usually, tart flavours would mix well with cream flavours as they can balance each other out. However, I feel like the combination of the cake is a bit off for me, so I ate them separately, one at a time.
Nevertheless, we still enjoyed the cake! We give it a 7/10 because it’s so rich and creamy. The 6-inch cake is actually good for sharing with around 5-8 people.
P.S. – You gotta eat them fast or it’s going to get really messy!
20 minutes later: It’s a bloody massacre. 😂(Credit: Melissa Suraya Ismail / TRP)
For the milkshakes, we give them an 8/10. Sweet, creamy and crumbly, perfect after a savoury meal.
Malaysian weather is too hot maa. Instead of sweetening it up with a regular cake, why not just try cooling it down with an ice cream cake or better yet, a cake-flavoured milkshake?
Having seen how much our customers enjoy our light ice-cream flavours but also crave the richness of our cakes, I was inspired to marry the best of Gula Cakery and Gula Creamery together to make the ultimate love child.We put a fresh spin on some of our classic crowd favourites so that even our regulars will have something new to enjoy, and as always, made them fun-sized – perfect for sharing with friends and family!Arieni Ritzal, Founder of Gula Creamery & Gula Cakery
Their ice cream cakes are available starting from RM90 per 6-inch cake and their milkshakes start from RM20. You can get their chilly desserts at Gula Creamery’s four outlets – Setia Alam, Puncak Alam, Kota Kemuning and Kuala Lumpur.
However, the new 7 flavours of ice cream cakes are available exclusively at their Setia Alam outlet, in Eco Ardence Lab. But fret not, if you still wanna try their new flavours, they’re available via delivery too.
For more info, visit Gula Creamery’s Facebook, Instagram and website.
READ MORE: Gula Creamery Perkenal 7 Perisa Kek Aiskrim Baru. Kami Dapat Cuba Biscoff Cheesecake! [Review]

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Neelofa Compounded RM20K Over Wedding SOP Fail, Whole Fiasco Cost Family RM60K

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Local celebrity Noor Neelofa Mohd Noor has been compounded RM20,000 over two counts of SOP breach during the Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO).

Dang Wangi police chief ACP Mohamad Zainal Abdullah said that her husband Haris Ismail, also known as PU Riz has been compounded RM10,000 while 20 family members were each compounded RM1,500 for not adhering to SOPs such as physical distancing and wearing masks at the couple’s 27 March wedding.
Shocked by images frm #Neelofa's wedding. Blatant disregard for #COVID19 SOPs. Tht circular arrangement was the worst.People behave as if a virus gives a damn tht u are family members or privileged, will not infect, & stays away. I'm sorry, expect a cluster frm this wedding. pic.twitter.com/UyPFmSbFoR— Azrul Mohd Khalib (@azrulmohdkhalib) March 27, 2021
Neelofa was also found guilty of misusing her interstate travel permit for purposes other than stated in the application.
The entire fiasco cost her family a total of RM60,000 in compounds.
A refresher on the drama
Images of Neelofa’s wedding quickly went viral as Malaysians online were enraged by the apparent lack of SOPs.
The anger continued when she and her husband were seen taking part in tourism activities in Langkawi after the wedding, despite the interstate travel ban for social purposes.
Neelofa had also posted images and videos of her and her husband riding a jetski together, taking a cable car ride together, and watching the sunset together on her social media accounts.
Credit: Twitter
However, she later claimed that the trip was for a collaboration with Chatime to promote some of their new stores in Northern Peninsular Malaysia. Her permission letter for travel was obtained from the Sri Hartamas police station.
READ MORE: Neelofa’s Wedding-Langkawi SOP Drama: Here’s A TLDR Of What Happened

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Actor Zul Arifin Slapped With RM30,000 Fine For Raunchy Drama Trailer

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Famous actor Zul Ariffin who landed in a hot soup for uploading a raunchy teaser trailer of the local drama Perempuan Itu containing lewd actions has been slapped with RM30,000 fine by the Sepang Session Court this morning.

Sessions Court Judge Noorhisham Mohd Jaafar dished out the fine after the 36-year-old actor pleaded guilty to the charge.
The charge was framed under Section 223 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998, for the offence of making and initiating the transmissions of communications for improper use of network facilities or network service, which are discordant video clips.
The Act carries a penalty of a fine of no more than RM50,000, up to a year in jail or both.
According to New Straits Times, the actor, clad in a grey-blue suit, arrived at the courthouse at around 7.30am, ahead of his proceeding which was scheduled to start at 9am.
He appeared calm while standing in the dock during the proceeding.
The prosecution was handled by deputy public prosecutors Fazril Sani Mohamed Fadzil and Mai Zairani Zainal Abidin while the accused was represented by Saresh Mahendaren and Sivaram Prasad.
During mitigation, Saresh pleaded to the court for a lenient sentence to be imposed as it was Zul’s first time offence and he pleaded guilty as soon as the charge was read to him.
“The video was almost immediately removed after it was posted on March 18. He removed it on March 19. And he didn’t justify or deny his action,” said the lawyer.
The prosecution however asked the court to impose a fine which would represent a fair punishment in order to serve as a lesson to others.
Judge Noorhisham then ordered Zul Ariffin to pay the RM30,000 fine or be jailed for nine months if he failed to pay.
According to the report, the actor paid the fine immediately after the court proceedings ended.
The actor had uploaded the promotional teaser of the drama in March, which showed his character removing his shirt and lifting fellow actress Siti Hariesa while she entwines her legs around him. In another scene, Siti Hariesa’s character was scene clad in a French maid outfit and fed Zul Ariffin’s character whipped cream using her finger.
Netizens were left shocked when they realised that the drama, containing steamy scenes was to be released during the month of Ramadan, which begins on 2 April.
READ MORE: “It’s Disgusting!” Netizens Find Local Drama ‘Perempuan Itu’ Too Steamy For Ramadan Month

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[Watch] Man Steals Car With 9YO Child Inside In Kuantan Because He Wanted To Return Home

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A 9-year-old boy had a terrifying trip and was nearly kidnapped when he followed his mother to visit her friend in Felda Hilir Satu in Kuantan on Thursday, 9 June.

The boy, who’s the second of three siblings, followed his 34-year-old mother when she visited her friend. He was left in the car with the engine still running for a few minutes.
According to New Straits Times, a 35-year-old man jumped into the Perodua Alza MPV and drove off around 6.30pm.
The boy’s mother was alerted by her friend’s neighbour who saw it happen and they immediately gave chase in the friend’s car.

Fortunately, the suspect dropped the child off a few kilometres from the scene and continued fleeing.
The Maran district police headquarters police patrol car team managed to apprehend the suspect.
Investigations revealed that the man had a previous drug-related offence and he stole the vehicle because he wanted to return to his hometown in Mentakab, Temerloh.

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