Investigation Underway After Parent Claims 7-Year-Old Made To Stand Under Sun As Punishment

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Back in the day, parents and teachers used various methods to discipline their children as a form of “tough love”.

We had a rotan at home and public shaming or standing during perhimpunan as a reminder that these punishments will keep us in line if we misbehaved.
However, in today’s world, these types of punishments are shunned upon.
As reported by the New Straits Times, the Johor Islamic Religious Council (MAINJ) says it will investigate claims that a seven-year-old student was made to stand under the sun for being late to school.
According to NST, State Islamic Religious Affairs Committee chairman Mohd Fared Mohd Khalid said:
“We are aware of the incident and we have asked these departments to investigate and prepare a complete report on it. The investigation will be conducted in detail.”State Islamic Religious Affairs Committee chairman Mohd Fared Mohd Khalid
Recently, TikTok user @DvaFella posted a video that allegedly showed her seven-year-old child being forced to stand under the scorching sun for being late for school.
In the video’s caption, she said:
Dalam pada pihak KPM mengambil langkah berjaga² pada musim panas ni..anak aku selamba je ustazah denda JEMUR tengah cuaca panas atas alasan anak aku lambat ke sekolah. Dah la di pulaukan diasingkan berdiri jauh dari perhimpunan pelajar² lain disidainya anak aku sorang² bawah panas terik jam 2petang sedangkan ustazah tu pandai pulak berteduh bawah koridor.TikTok user @DvaFella
She added that it was not her child’s fault for being late but hers.
She also noted:
Aku bukan ibu yang bodoh yang tak tahu peraturan sekolah. Takkan lambat 10minit menyebabkan anak dah tak boleh hadir ke sekolah terus pada hari itu.Jadi warga pendidik ni kena peka..kena bijak kena ada jiwa. Pandang budak tu macam anak ko sendiri, budak tu baru darjah 1 kot. Baru nak belajar kenal alam persekolahan yg sebenar.TikTok user @DvaFella

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Singapore Records 632 New Cases, 19,410 In Total

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Singapore has confirmed 632 new Covid-19 cases, bringing the tally now to 19,410 as of 5 March.
The countryâ€™s Ministry of Health (MOH) said the majority of the new cases are from work permit holders, while permanent residents and locals account for only 9 of the 632 cases.
Singapore’s Health Minister Gan Kim Yong said for the country to lift their “circuit breaker” measures, the number of community cases daily should fall to zero or single digits over a period of time.
He also said its important for the country to decrease the infection rate among foreign workers but it will take time.
If they fail to contain the infection, Gan said, it could spread to the wider population.
The “circuit breaker” measure was announced by the country’s Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong to prevent Covid-19 infections from escalating.
To reduce the risk of infection, the country passed a new law that bans all gatherings with family or friends who do not live together.
Gatherings at home, public spaces are also banned.
Businesses such as like barbers, home-based bakers and laundry services are only allowed to resume operations starting 12 May.

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“Bossku Is Synonymous With Barisan” Says Najib Who Thinks That Support Has Been Growing For BN

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Former premier Datuk Seri Najib Razak believe that the sentiment on the ground is in Barisan Nasional’s (BN) favour, pointing to the “Bossku” chant which he said is gaining “significant traction” among the voters, reported The Star.

According to the report, Najib also said that the chant was not about him but instead is synonymous with BN.
“The winds of change are blowing towards us, towards Barisan. I am confident of this, if not “Bossku” will not be popular on the ground.
“Bossku is synonymous with Barisan,” he was quoted as saying.
Najib said this at a forum held in conjunction with BN’s convention, today.
The Pekan MP, who is also BN’s advisory board chairman, also said that he was reluctant to face the public following the coalition defeat in the last general election.
“When I went to the mall, no one wanted to take photos with me. The Chinese will look at me from afar.
“But now, people will queue to take photos with me. I believe this is an indication that support has returned to Barisan.”
Calls for an early election grew louder, especially after BN’s recent strong performance in several state elections.
A number of UMNO’s big guns, including party president Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi had also suggested for Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob to dissolve the Parliament to give way for an early 15th General Election.
Ismail, who is also one of UMNO’s three vice-presidents, however, said that he is waiting for the right time to call for an election, as he points out that Malaysia is facing a tough economic situation due to the rise of inflation.

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Smoking Ban: Week 1 Review

The smoking ban is in full effect.
Starting January, smokers are not allowed to take a puff in one of the 150,000 eateries after a grace period ended (twice) to restaurant owners and smokers.
The ban applies to all food outlets from restaurants to food courts, both indoors and outdoors as smokers and vapers have to be 3 metres away from restaurants if they want to light up.
Eateries also aren’t allowed to provide shisha services or even ashtrays as part of the efforts to curb smoking.
In the first 24 hours, 265 notices were issued nationwide, totalling in RM144,450 and offenders include 34 underage smokers.
It’s one of the laws affecting Malaysians in 2020, which also includes mandatory child seats and the digital tax.
Picture Credit: Malay Mail
Caught in the act
What happens if you’re caught?
First-time offenders can be fined RM250 but they can appeal to reduce it to RM150 at any Health District Office within a month from the issuance date.
However, second-time offenders can’t reduce their fines and must pay in full. If smokers are caught for three or more times, they can be fined up to RM350.
As for those failing to pay within two months from the notice date will face court action and if found guilty, face up to RM10,000 in fines or be behind bars two years.
 As for underage smokers, the compound is RM50.
Picture Credit: Malay Mail
A nationwide effort
The law has been enforced nationwide where many offenders smokers and restaurant owners were handed fines.
Northern region
Penang authorities issued 1,181 warning notices in the span of a week with 719 of them being restaurant owners who didn’t put up the “no-smoking” sign.
In Kedah, 513 warning notices were given to eateries which did not display no-smoking notices while 25 notices were also issued to stubborn smokers.
While in Perlis, only four operators were given notices for failing to display “no-smoking” signs according to specifications but no smokers were charged.
As for Perak, five food premises were inspected but no compounds were issued to smokers.
Picture Credit: Malay Mail
East Coast
Kelantan authorities issued 82 notices with a compound value of RM18,309 for smoking-related offences – 11 notices were offences committed by teenagers while 12 others involved electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) and vape smokers.
14 notices with a compound value of RM3,500 were issued to owners of food premises for failing to display no-smoking signs and two notices were for providing smoking facilities.
Picture Credit: Malay Mail
As for Terengganu, 88 patrons were cautioned but almost all were senior citizens and males who pleaded ignorance of the new regulation.
Of the 88 offenders, 63 were caught in Besut, 10 in Dungun, 6 in Kuala Terengganu, 5 in Kemaman and 4 in Setiu.
Meanwhile, Pahang Health Department issued 186 compound notices to smokers with the fines amounted to RM46,500. Most of the notices were issued in Lipis (41 cases), followed by Kuantan (32) and Bentong (25).
Picture Credit: Malay Mail
Central Malaysia
150 smokers were fined in Selangor with 7 cases involving underaged smokers. In total, the fines amount to RM30,750.
18 premises owners were also fined for the â€˜no smokingâ€™ sign; while two more were also compounded for providing smoking facilities. In total, the 20 fines total up to RM5,000.
In Kuala Lumpur, 4 compound notices were given to offenders at three different locations, but it has been reported that many smokers aren’t abiding by the new regulations.
Picture Credit: Freepik
Southern Malaysia
In Melaka, it was reported that those caught smoking on the first day were foreigners while 10 fines were issued to eatery owners.
Meanwhile, Negeri Sembilan recorded 42 notices and Johor issued 22 warnings for smoking-related offences.
Picture Credit: Freepik
Over in Borneo
7 smokers were summoned to appear in court in Sabah while 19 food premises were also given notices for not displaying the no-smoking sign.
As for Sarawak, a total of 61 individuals and 12 eatery owners were fined by authorities – 44 smokers on the first day (RM11,800), and 17 more (RM6,000) on the second.
Authorities have also noted that one of the cases involves an underage smoker.
Picture Credit: Malay Mail

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Malaysia: Ban on Smoking in All Eateries Comes into Effect
Nearly 150,000 restaurants inspected on smoking ban
Johor cracks down on smoking at eateries on first day of nationwide ban
Many still ignoring smoking ban at eateries - MOH
 Many still ignoring smoking ban at eateries - MOH
Smoking ban at all eateries comes into force on Wednesday
https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2020/01/03/blitz-against-smokers-nets-150-in-selangor/
Multiple notices issued across Malaysia as smoking ban at eateries flouted
Penang, Kedah authorities issue more than 1,700 warning notices over smoking ban at eateries
No smoking ban: 4 eateries in Perlis receive warning notices

Smoking ban: 319 Johor eateries checked, 22 warnings issued


Beat The Heat With Tiger Crystal

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The tropical Malaysian climate leaves us yearning for ways to cool down.

This is why Tiger Crystal has decided to fight fire with fire and beckoned its fans to turn up the heat with its latest Heat Exchange activation.
In return, the brand will reward fans’ efforts with free Tiger Crystal and promo codes.
The energy was abuzz at Plaza Arkadia, Desa Park City recently, where a giant thermometer was put up at the plaza’s centre.
Guest in action at the cycling station of Heat Exchange activity. (Pix: Heineken Malaysia)
Cooling Down When It’s Hot
Curious onlookers and fans were invited to come together to convert their body heat via various activities to crank up the temperature and unlock free ice-cold Tiger Crystal, brewed to beat the heat.
Participants ran, jumped ropes, danced and even cycled their way to reach the target temperature and instantly unlocked free ice-cold Tiger Crystal to enjoy and celebrate their success among one another.
  @ewenhooi From now until 31st of October, the hotter it gets, the lower the price of Tiger Crystal goes! All fans have to do is check out http://heatexchange.tigerbeer.com/ for dailyupdates based on the weather to unlock crystal-cold refreshment, brewed to beat the heat.So, when you find yourself feeling the heat, don’t forget to check out the Heat Exchange website and earn yourself a free Tiger Crystal to cool you down. Discount vouchers ranging from RM5 to a free bottle of Tiger Crystal can be redeemed instantly via the Drinkies application and its Star Bar feature.This exciting promotion is available for fans in Peninsular Malaysia only.For more information about Tiger Crystal and updates on Heat Exchange activation and its current discounts, visit http://heatexchange.tigerbeer.com/ and their social media pages atwww.facebook.com/TigerBeerMY and @tigerbeermy Tiger Crystal and all related promotions and activities are strictly for non-Muslims aged 21 and above only. Tiger Crystal advocates responsible consumption and urges consumers to not drink and drive.#TigerBeerMy #tigercrystalmy #heatexchange #freebeer #lifestyle #malaysianlifestyleblogger #drinkresponsibly #partyvibe #desaparkcity #plazaarkadia #beattheheat #coldbeer #tigercrystal #cooldrink #chill #relax ♬ Come Check This – FETISH
This one-day-only activation saw two rounds of Heat Exchange activity with hundreds of bottles of ice-cold Tiger Crystal given away for free to participants to cool down after they brought the heat.
Guests beating the heat with the various exciting activities at the Tiger Crystal heat Exchange. (Pix: Heineken Malaysia)
Joyce Lim, Marketing Manager of Tiger Beer Malaysia, said the Malaysian weather is hot on most days, and as a beer brewed to beat the heat, Tiger Crystal wanted to inject creativity when rewarding its fans.
The Heat Exchange campaign started with a giant thermometer placed right at the centre of a high-traffic area to reward fans playfully. Joyce Lim, Marketing Manager of Tiger Beer Malaysia, on highlights of the Heat Exchange campaign.
Complimentary bottles of ice-cold Tiger Crystal given away at participating outlets in Plaza Arkadia. (Pix: Heineken Malaysia)
While this one-day-only activation enabled fans to come together and be rewarded for cheating the heat, the effort to keep the rewards flowing continues via the exclusive Heat Exchange website.
From now until 31 October, the hotter it gets, the lower the price of Tiger Crystal goes.
For more information about Tiger Crystal and updates on Heat Exchange activation and its current discounts, visit http://heatexchange.tigerbeer.com/ and their social media pages at www.facebook.com/TigerBeerMY and www.instagram.com/tigerbeermy.
Tiger Crystal and all related promotions and activities are strictly for non-Muslims aged 21 and above.
Tiger Crystal advocates responsible consumption and urges consumers not to drink and drive.
Guests enjoying themselves at the Tiger Crystal Heat Exchange at Plaza Arkadia. (Pix: Heineken Malaysia)

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Directors Think Tank Malaysia ranked #2 at Asia-Pacificâ€™s THE WORK 2019 awards

Malaysiaâ€™s very own Directors Think Tank (DTT), one of the leading production groups in the country was recognised on the world stage after they were ranked #2 at Campaign Briefâ€™s THE WORK 2019 awards!
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DTT managed to rise above the industryâ€™s top agencies and production companies from across the Asia-Pacific region in the Asia-Pacific Production Company rankings with 13 ads and campaigns being accepted this year.

(Image Credit: TRP via Campaign Brief)

They were only behind Australiaâ€™s FINCH production who were crowned as the Production Company of The Year for 2019.
The Work is an award that celebrates the best talents and names in the advertising field, featuring entries from Australia, New Zealand and Asia and has been commemorating talented minds for the past 17 years.

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The award works (pun intended) a bit differently than any other traditional award shows where entries must pass a rigorous selection process of first being declared a finalist or winner at a national, regional or international award show before they can officially compete for the award.
This year, DTT overtook some of the visual worldâ€™s top influencers including 3 of Australiaâ€™s first-class production minds from Airbag, Goodoil and Revolver/Will Oâ€™Rourke who were all tied at 3rd place.

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The company has made quite a name for themselves as not only being one of the best production team locally but also a well-known name in Southeast Asia, with offices in Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia.
DTT represents some of the most talented and gifted brains in the creative business and even had a hand in the making of this yearâ€™s anticipated local horror flick, â€œPusakaâ€.

And this is not the first time that the company has stepped into the limelight, previously the were ranked 10th at THE WORK 2018, and has won multiple awards and accreditation from Asiaâ€™s Spikes awards in 2017 to bagging multiple accolades at Malaysiaâ€™s Kancil awards.

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If you want to know more about the brilliant and imaginative individuals behind DTT, you can check out their work on their official YouTube channel where they showcase some of the best ads, commercials and videos around.

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Survey: Most Young Malaysians Want To Quit Their Jobs To Start Own Business

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The 2020 Randstad Workmonitor Q1 survey revealed that 56% of Malaysian millenial employees between the ages 25 to 34 years want to quit their regular jobs and start their own business.
This is drastically different from the attitude of employees aged between 55 to 67 years, of whom only 28% are considering self-employment.
However, when considering employees of all ages, at 49%, almost half of Malaysian employees are willing to quit their jobs to become entrepreneurs.
Malay Mail states that Randstad Malaysia and Singapore managing director Jaya Dass noted that people tend to start their own business at an earlier age, due to fewer financial commitments and more time.
She also pointed out that millennials are shown to bring about numerous tech skills due to their affinity with the digital world. This creates more pressure for employers to find ways to attract and retain these valued employees.
Therefore, it is critical for companies to keep pace with employee’s expectations and make sure they’re doing enough to maximise employees’ positive experience.
Interestingly, the notion of being an entrepreneur is quite attractive to young Malaysians.  82% of the Gen Z (ages 18 – 24) and 76% of the millennial respondents believe that this would give them more opportunities.
Among the main issues of the employees was that one in four respondents felt they were underpaid at their current jobs compared to elsewhere.
It’s not just in their heads, though.
The 1st edition of the World Bank’s Malaysia Economic Monitor released in December 2019 highlighted that the wage growth for younger and less-educated workers has been lethargic, constantly trailing the earnings of older and better-educated workers.
The report stated that the median employment income for younger workers aged between 20- 29 grew at an annual rate of merely 2.4%, while those aged 40 – 49 years old experienced a growth of 3.9%.

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Survey: One in two Malaysian millennials plan to quit regular employment to start own business
Report: Wage growth sluggish for Msian youths, low-income households


[Watch] A 16YO Langkawi Student Brutally Attacked By Classmates In A Brawl

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A form four Langkawi school student was violently trounced by his classmate, almost like a Royal Rumble match, in an incident that was recorded and had since made its round on social media.

In the 25-second clip, the student was seen being circled and confronted by his classmates.
Tak faham aku budak2 sekolah sekarang perangai mengalahkan setan sedangkan setan pon takde perangai macam tu , kang nanti kena tangkap mula buat muka taik muka sedih ! pic.twitter.com/wZs6tmGCYr— NOMAD 🍁 (@4rshrf) April 28, 2022
After exchanging words with his confronters, the boy was suddenly kicked in the back before receiving a flying kick to his upper body area.
The boy then fell to the floor and was then heavily attacked by a group of other classmates.
He managed to regain his footing and swing his hand multiple times before he was brought down to the floor once again when one of his bullies threw a desk on top of him before the video ends.
Another video was also uploaded on social media purportedly showing the schoolboys being picked up by the police in a van.
Mampus kau beraya la dekat sana , padan muka bodoh gampang! sakit pulak hati aku pic.twitter.com/Nf8vazzw2R— NOMAD 🍁 (@4rshrf) April 28, 2022
Meanwhile, Langkawi OCPD Asst Comm Shariman Ashari said that the victim had lodged a police report earlier today.
According to Shariman, the incident happened on Wednesday at about 9am, adding that it was caused by a misunderstanding between the students.
The case is being investigated under Section 147 of the Penal Code for rioting.
Netizens condemned the schoolboys for ganging up to bully their classmate, while several netizens also applauded the victim for standing his ground against his bullies.

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This Is Why A M’sian Paralympian Swimmer Got In Trouble Over A Plaster On His Shoulder

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26-year-old Paralympian Muhd Nur Syaiful Zulkafli made his debut swimming at the 200m freestyle S5 (physical disabilities) and clocked in what would have been an Asian record at 2:56:78 s if not for a plaster on his shoulder.

Nur Syaiful finished fifth out of six swimmers in the first heat before receiving bad news from the referee telling him he had been disqualified for using a “waterproof” plaster to cover up a boil on his left shoulder.
The News Straits Times reports Nur Syaiful had checked earlier with an official and was told it was up to him to wear the plaster or not. To avoid infection, he chose to wear one.
For today, the official who checked the equipment such as goggles, jacket and pants, before I went down to the pool also allowed me to perform. However, I was shocked by the referee’s decision to cancel my participation, after they told me the use of plasters is strictly prohibited.Muhd Nur Syaiful Zulkafli as quoted by NST
He should have asked the referee first
What seems like a trivial matter is officially classed as an infraction as per the World Para Swimming Rules and Regulations listed on the official Paralympics website.
Under Part B – World Para Swimming Regulations: Medical Services 6.6.21:

Good news after all
(Credit: Muhammad Syaiful / Facebook / RTM)
Despite the underwhelming decision for the committee to at first disqualify Nur Syaiful at the Mens’ 100m freestyle, he eventually qualified for the finals today (26 August) scheduled for 4pm Malaysian time.
Depending how things go today, he also has a chance to win Gold when he competes in his pet event – the 50m freestyle on Wednesday 1 September.
He previously won Gold in the 50m freestyle event S5 at the 2018 Asian Para Games in Indonesia.
Nur Syaiful, who first took up Para swimming in 2015 in his home state of Sarawak, was involved in a motorcycle accident in 2012, which resulted in an impairment to his legs.

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Rapstars Snoop Dogg & Joe Flizzow Pioneered An Anthem For JDT Football Club

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International music icon Snoop Dogg and local rap star Joe Flizzow just dropped an unexpected anthem for the Johor Darul Ta’zim Football Club or JDT for short.

Titled “Pioneers”, a three-minute-ish music video was released on Joe’s and Snoop’s social media pages to thundering applause from Malaysian football and music fans alike.
        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by snoopdogg (@snoopdogg)
The song had both rappers spittin’ bars in praise of JDT’s decade long legacy in the sport.
“Blood sweat pride and tears, now you chilling with some pioneers days to weeks, months to years and we still be pioneers. End of the day, kings of the game, your royal highness LBC to JDT, you chillin’ with the pioneers,”  sang Joe in the song’s chorus as Snoop adds on his emblematic ad-libs to the tune.
        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by Joe Flizzow (@flizzow)
According to news articles, the football club’s owner, Johor’s crown prince Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim (TMJ) boasted that JDT was more than just a sports team but an empire with international aspirations.
JDT is an empire. I didn’t just establish a run of a mill football club but one with aspirations that are internationally known.TMJ via Malaysiakini.
Throughout its 10 year history, JDT has won eight consecutive Malaysia Super League titles from 2014 to 2021, which is our national equivalent to the English Premier League (EPL) and the Spanish La Liga, as well as one Malaysia FA Cup title in 2016.
JDT is also the first-ever Malaysian team to win the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) championship back in 2015.

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Snoop Dogg, Joe Flizzow kolaborasi nyanyi lagu tema JDT
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Father Shows Grade 1 Syllabus In US, Simpler Than Malaysian Syllabus For Standard 1

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The Malaysian school syllabus has been debated almost every year but it came to a height when a teacher Mohd Fadli Salleh aka Cikgu Fadli pointed out several flaws in the system.

For speaking against the Education Ministry, Cikgu Fadli is allegedly accused of violating the code of conduct as a civil servant and potentially faces dismissal or demotion.
READ MORE: Local Teacher Faces Threats Of Expulsion And Demotion For Speaking Up For Students
One of his criticisms is about the syllabus for Standard One students, especially the Mathematics subject, which he deemed beyond the level of children in the age group.
There are parents who agree with him and they have also complained about the tough and advanced syllabus their children have to navigate.
READ MORE: Education Ministry To Review School Syllabus After Claims That It’s “Too Advanced” For Students
Is the Malaysian syllabus truly hard?
A Malaysian parent, who is living in the United States, shared a few samples of the Grade 1 syllabus used in his child’s school.
Saif Suhairi explained that Grade 1 in the US is equivalent to Malaysia’s standard One for children aged 6 to 7 years old.

With two different syllabuses placed side-by-side, the difference is quickly apparent. Here’s how they stand apart:
Simpler syllabus in the US
The US syllabus is much simpler because the aim is allegedly to get young children to enjoy learning in school.
Saif Suhairi said his child in Grade 1 learned to trace numbers like a four-year-old child in Malaysia. He admitted that this felt slow and he was on the fence about it.
On the other hand, standard one students in Malaysia are already forced to memorise the 6 times table.
He explained that the students in the US only learn about multiplication in Grade 3 but the syllabus will pick up in middle school and high school.
In addition, there are different programmes and mechanisms in place for advanced children.

No heavy bags in the US
In his child’s school, they don’t need to lug heavy bags daily like the children here. Most of their study materials can be kept inside the school table.
Students there only need to bring back their school-provided Dell laptop, a work file or homework for the day. Most of their school-related items are left in school unless it’s a progress report to show to parents at home.
Good teacher-to-student ratio
In Malaysia, teachers and parents often complain about the large number of students in a class.
In the US, the ratio is much more manageable and it makes sense. One class has a minimum of 20 students and 25 students at a maximum. Each class is also assigned one teacher and one teaching assistant.
While the teacher teaches the class, the teaching assistant helps the teacher by passing out study materials, getting the children to behave or helping students understand what’s taught in class.
Having an extra hand in class can help the class run smoothly and children get to receive beneficial attention to help them grasp the new topic for the day.
At the end of the day, Saif Suhairi thinks it’s best if Malaysia chooses the best school syllabus and sticks to it.
This is because the constant changing of the government, its ministers and school syllabuses do not help school children and teachers in the long run.
Currently, everyone is waiting on the verdict in Cikgu Fadli’s case. Let’s hope something good for the schoolchildren and teachers will come out of it.

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Police Busts Klang Valley Drug Syndicate After Arresting A Pair Of Lovebirds In Puchong

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A pair of couples believed to be connected with a drug syndicate that distributes various types of drugs in Klang Valley worth around RM1.2 million was nabbed by the police.

According to The Star, the lovebirds, a Malaysian national and his Vietnamese girlfriend were picked up by the cops on 10 August.
The couple was detained in a hotel at the One Puchong Business Park, said Serdang district police chief ACP AA Anbalagan.
Seized together were multiple drugs including syabu and ecstasy pills.
“The couple’s modus operandi is to repack all the drugs into smaller packets for distribution around the Klang Valley.
“This syndicate is believed to be active for the past six months and the seized drugs are believed to be enough for the consumption of 50,000 addicts,” he was quoted as saying.
He added that the men in blue are currently identifying whether the suspects, both in their 20s, processed the drugs themselves or obtained them from other sources.
The suspects are currently under remand while the case is being investigated in accordance with Section 39B of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952, which carries the mandatory death sentence upon conviction.

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‘Balik KL’ Traffic Causes Concern Online

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Malaysians are expressing concern over viral images showing mass amounts of traffic heading into the Klang Valley following the Hari Raya Aidilfitri holidays.

CCTV images allegedly taken near the Gombak toll plaza on the Kuala Lumpur–Karak Expressway (E8) captured a trail of vehicles caught in a traffic jam heading into the city on Sunday (16 May) evening till past midnight.
Aku kepilkan sekali gambar ni.Sumber : Facebook pic.twitter.com/LAZ9R8eUEt— Roro ® (@SyahirNaser) May 16, 2021
Menghala ke KL.. balik dari mana tuuu?seronok ke beraya kt kampung? besok kerja ke?? korang boleh tengok sendiri entah dari mana manusia2 ni. https://t.co/UnwZpLcP0R pic.twitter.com/tgFXLaoT61— SHAHKLANG | 🇲🇾🇵🇸 (@theShahklang) May 16, 2021
The Malaysian Highway Authority’s (LLM) live traffic reports showed slow and subsequent heavy traffic picking up on the E8 on Saturday and Sunday – near Genting Sempah and the Gombak toll heading towards KL.
(Credit: LLM Trafik (Live)/Telegram)
Footage from live traffic cameras taken on Monday morning also shows some traffic build-up near the Gombak toll.
(Credit: Jalannow)
Prior to the Hari Raya holidays, LLM reported heavy traffic heading out of Klang Valley towards the east coast of the peninsula.
1.35pm KLK@E8 : Trafik masih sesak 500m sebelum keluar Plaza Tol Bentong arah ke Kuantan/Timur. pic.twitter.com/l7XEAnQxCf— LLM Trafik 🇲🇾 (@LLMinfotrafik) May 8, 2021
Traffic in KL also reportedly dropped by as much as 50% during the holidays.
Read More: Massive Traffic Jams Reported Across The Country As Malaysia Endures MCO 3.0
Discussions on social media reveal that the public is generally angry, scared and disappointed over the number of vehicles seen entering KL despite the enforcement of the nationwide MCO and a strict ‘no balik kampung’ rule made by the government.
Some concluded that the heavy traffic was caused by the ‘balik KL’ crowd who are returning to the city after Hari Raya – allegedly breaking state and district travel restrictions in the process.
Malaysia is honestly one big ironic joke. keep barking “kerajaan gagal” here and there but not playing their part at literally just staying the fuck home. instead of having teamwork from both government and people, you’re just expecting the government to do everything.— */ (@lstzs) May 16, 2021
If you’re one of the many going back to KL/Selangor after celebrating eid in other states, you don’t have the right to complain about lockdown, online classes and PKP restriction.Assholes— (•_•) (@alynadila) May 16, 2021
Authorities, however, established that many of the travellers caught during the weekend traffic had official travel permits.
Overall, only 22 compounds valued at RM5,000 each were issued to travellers entering KL without paperwork during roadblocks set up at the Gombak toll.
Gombak Police Chief Arifai Tarawe explained that the viral traffic jam was only 3km long and wasn’t as bad compared to normal festive season traffic there – that would stretch up to 30km even without roadblocks.

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Road users drop by 50% in KL, smooth traffic on highways
Massive Traffic Jams Reported Across The Country As Malaysia Endures MCO 3.0
Highway authority: Large number of vehicles east coast-bound despite MCO in KL
Majority of travellers heading back to KL via Gombak toll gate last night had permits, confirm police
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Win a Michelin-Star dining experience at Saujana Hotel KL with Asahi

Did you think that wine was the only acceptable choice of alcohol to be paired with fancy high-end cuisine? Well, the humble beer is here to change that.
Brewed in a unique karakuchi (“dry”) style for a clean, crisp beer with no bitter aftertaste, the Asahi Super Dry is an exciting new choice to be paired with haute cuisine.

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That’s why Asahi is giving foodies a chance to explore this new gastronomic experience with a Michelin-Star French-Japanese dining experience!
Prepared by Michelin-star chef Yuchi Kamimura at Saujana Hotel KL this October, the exclusive menu was created to pair beautifully with the Asahi Super Dry.

Picture credit: Malaysia Tatler

Be treated to a glorious six-course degustation menu consisting of tantalising squid fritters, dried mullet roe, scallop confit, braised vegetables, grilled lobster, chargrilled wagyu beef sirloin, and ending on a sweet note of pear sorbet.
Sounds good? It’ll taste even better with friends.

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Stand a chance to win this exclusive culinary experience by simply purchasing draught or bottled Asahi to get a lucky draw ticket.
You can get the lucky draw ticket at these five participating Klang Valley outlets:1. RP Entertainment Centre at Saujana Hotel2. The Good Guys at Plaza Arkadia, Desa Park City3. The Library at Mid Valley Megamall4. Tavern 13 in Petaling Jaya5. CONVO in Subang Jaya
Winners are drawn weekly so make TGIF count!
For more details visit the Asahi Malaysia Facebook page here.


Kedah School Prepares Physical Dropboxes So Students Can Still Complete Their Homework

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While most of the country’s school students have turned to online solutions to continue learning, the recurring problem is that not every student has the ease of reliable internet access.

A school in Kedah took that issue seriously, and came up with the ingenious idea to create physical DropBoxes for each students to access and submit their homework.
SK Taman Ria realized that students did not have access to data and devices and were struggling to keep up with online lessons. For this reason, they started the ‘Drop Box Station’ program where parents can come to school to collect modules for students home learning. pic.twitter.com/YpUwYNd8Gs— PEMIMPIN GSL (@PemimpinGSL) January 25, 2021
Much like a “drop-off/pick-up” point for food deliveries, the DropBoxes still allow students to complete their schooling with the use of physical worksheets and exercise books while maintaining physical distancing.
SK Taman Ria noted that many of their students struggled to keep up with online classes because they did not have reliable access to internet data or devices. Hence, this physical option would allow students to still complete their schooling and studies. Parents can drop off completed worksheets and pick up new ones.
The school attributes this idea possible, thanks to the collective support from the school teachers, parents, district and state office. pic.twitter.com/nqjSdGN4D1— PEMIMPIN GSL (@PemimpinGSL) January 25, 2021
Netizens were quick to commend the ingenious solution, tailored to the specific needs of the community.
Great idea!! Agree..rather than sit and grumble about not having internet access, this works too. After the MCO, the students can take back their own “box” to use at home for their own notes, etc. Low cost, no waste.👍🏽— Along Azlina (@alongsj) January 24, 2021
Solutions in education cannot be sweeping and for all, instead it must be personalised, each school empowered to do what they believe is best for the community and their students.— Cheryl Fernando (@cherylfernando) January 24, 2021
Proactive idea rather than putting blame on the current situation. Kudos. 👏🏽— Navindra Arul Shanthiran (@navinarshan) January 24, 2021
SK Taman Ria in Sungai Petani, Kedah was not the only school to implement this idea. In fact, a good number of schools have already been using this method to allow students to stay updated with their homework.
My sister’s school in KL also did the same thing! 👍🏻👍🏻— rai (@rayhanadni) January 24, 2021

SK Taman Ria is part of the PINTAR PEMIMPIN Online Leadership Program, a development program for school leaders from all over Malaysia to build their skills and expertise to ensure students’ learning continues during the pandemic.
This program has helped developed similar solutions for other schools around the country as well.

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AirAsia Now Allows 2 Pieces Of Cabin Baggage Again

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Effective 7 July 2020, passengers on AirAsia flights will be able to carry 2 pieces of cabin baggage not exceeding a total of 7kg in weight.
What you need to know: The allowance includes one cabin bag that must fit in the overhead storage compartment in the aircraft cabin and one small bag or laptop bag that must fit underneath the seat in front of you.
Why it matters: This is part of AirAsia’s efforts to cater to customer demands as well as adhere to safety guidelines. Originally, AirAsia only allowed one baggage weighing at 5kg, but the policy was later changed again.
Who said what: The press release also stated that AirAsia has implemented end-to-end contactless procedures and a new series of safety measures to take care of those most at risk and ensure the safety of travelling guests.
Read more:AIRASIA TRAVEL ADVISORY: Cabin Baggage Allowance Update [Air Asia]AirAsia now allows up to two bags in cabin again, drops one-bag rule [Malay Mail]

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Double-parker sandwiched by enforcement officers as he tries to stop his car being towed away

A 3 minute video surfaced on YouTube yesterday featuring a lady holding a flower, a â€˜lawyerâ€™ and MBPJ enforcement officers trying to tow the car.

Though we’re not sure of what actually happened, it can be seen that an offence was made by a Nissan car which led to the enforcement officers wanting to tow the car.

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However, a man in light blue shirt (presumably the owner of the car) tried to block his car from being towed away.
A lady in the video can be heard saying, “Heâ€™s a lawyer,” as the presumed owner argues with the enforcement officers.
Also seen is a man wearing spectacles who tried to calm everything down.

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At one point, the owner looks at the camera and claims the enforcement officers had promised to let his car go if he paid the fine immediately.

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â€œWe come in 5 minutes to get flower, and they lock the car already,â€ said the lady in the background.
Yes, you can see the lady holding a flower in the beginning of the video.
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The enforcement officers then continue trying to tow his car that appears to have happened somewhere in front of a UOB bank and ended up with the owner sandwiched between two enforcement officers.
Letâ€™s be reminded that by law, it is an offence to stop government or local authorities officers from carrying out their duties, and we should always park in the correct places (even if it’s for 5 minutes).


Local M’sian electric buses passed over for cheaper China-made ones by govt

According to Free Malaysia Today, entrepreneur Azlan Merican’s company Sync R&D produces electric buses locally but has not had a chance to prove its use.

I poured millions into developing homegrown tech, and we have what I believe is a great product. All that Iâ€™m lacking now is a chance to prove it.
Azlan Merican, CEO of Sync R&D
Back in 2017, the first Elektrik Bas Inovasi Malaysia (Ebim) was certified as fit for road use by the Road Transport Department.

Picture credit: Sync R&D

The company then received a draft letter of agreement from MRT Corp to supply several units of Ebim, but the deal was never signed.
Later in 2018, the change in government looked into reviewing unsigned agreements and the deal for Ebim buses was cancelled.
He has appealed, but there has been no news so far.
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Some people in government allegedly told him that it was easier to obtain electric buses from overseas.

It kills me when people say itâ€™s easier to buy from China because our country benefits so little. Thereâ€™s no technology transfer and no jobs created and our money goes to China to benefit its economy.
Azlan Merican, CEO of Sync R&D

Picture credit: Sync R&D

Malaysia has a strange relationship with local R&D, in which the relationship is lacking.
The highest number of unemployed graduates in Malaysia is from the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) stream, and yet we are already behind on targeted number of STEM graduates.
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Speaking on local innovation, Mohamed Ikhwan Shahdzul Bakri of MyIPO, said unlike Japan where 80% of the IPs are owned by locals, in Malaysia only 15% of IP rights are owned by locals.
IP rights indicate innovation and new technology in the country, and Malaysia’s target should be at least 40% to 50%.


Hanging Dummy On Melaka Highway Shocks Malaysians

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Life has been tough for Malaysians trying to survive with the country still struggling with Covid-19.

It has affected the livelihood of locals who are trying to make ends meet during this difficult period and this unrest has led some to show their protest.
Recently, a dummy was hung at a flyover in Melaka with the words KERAJAAN PEMBUNUH (murderous government) written on its “body”.
It’s reported by MalaysiaKini that the dummy was found by the public at the Jalan Tun Abdul Razak-Ayer Keroh flyover.
It caught the attention of Malaysians who were shocked by the brash nature of the protest when the pictures surfaced online.
org melaka is on to something pic.twitter.com/ySfOEckNJy— kobismenghijo 🎨 (@izzatisuza) July 12, 2021
Netizens are quite divided on the protest
The pictures did gain traction with some netizens but there were others who were critical, saying that although Malaysians are disgruntled with what’s going on, that this is not the way that we should be doing it, they said.
Netizens also pointed out that we should be more careful in protesting, saying that it can trigger those who are suicidal.
Kalau boleh jangan protes macam ini. Boleh trigger kepada orang-orang yang pernah mengalami perasaan suicidal. Let's be better than this. https://t.co/RCh99YVA27— bangman (@aimansalim_) July 12, 2021
It’s reported that the police have been notified of the incident and have removed the object.

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Deepavali SOPs To Be Announced By The End Of This Week, Says Ismail Sabri

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The SOPs for Deepavali will be announced by the government by the end of the week, said Senior Minister (Security) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob.

We will discuss it within this week as there’s around 2 weeks until Deepavali and before the end of the week, we shall announce it to the public.Senior Minister (Security) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob
Deepavali falls on 13 November of this year.
Due to an increase in cases, certain states have been under the Conditional Movement Control Order to curb the spread of Covid-19.
It was initially set from 14 October to 27 October but has been extended to 9 November.

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A Spot Short Of A Medal But Still A Tremendous Feat For Nur Dhabitah

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In the nerve-wracking Finals for the Women’s 3m Springboard, Malaysian diver Nur Dhabitah Sabri placed one spot short of bringing Malaysia another Bronze medal and placed in 4th with a score of 326.15.

In her dive earlier today (1 August) at the Tokyo Aquatics Centre, Nur Dhabitah and 11 other finalists took to the board to compete for the top three.

In an interview with Astro Arena, Nur Dhabitah was seen in tears with her quivering voice telling the interviewer:
I’m not crying because I’m sad I didn’t win. I’m crying because I’m really proud of myself.– Nur Dhabitah Sabri
This comes as an incredible morale booster as she later explains how before the Olympics, she felt the last few months were very difficult for her and that she had lost her confidence.
Although she won’t be bringing home any medals, she will be bringing home the most important honour for a young and promising diver with a long career ahead of her – experience.
Congratulations Nur Dhabitah. You’ve made us proud once again and we’re confident we’ll see you again in the next Olympics!
READ MORE: Diver Nur Dhabitah Is Through To The Finals For Women’s 3m Springboard!

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New Covid-19 Cluster Involving Illegal Immigrants Detected In Sabah

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Another Covid-19 cluster has been detected in Sabah, this time involving illegal immigrants in Kunak.

According to Health director-general Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah, the new cluster, named Laut cluster, started with a man who had been deported to Zamboanga, the Philippines on 27 August. The man then returned to Sabah via rat trails on 5 September to be with his pregnant wife.
Rat trails or jalan tikus are routes that cut across forests and plantations between bordering countries. These routes can sometimes involve pathways and underground tunnels too.
His wife tested positive for Covid-19 on 8 September. She had been screened because she suffered bleeding complications after giving birth and had been transferred from Hospital Kunak to Hospital Tawau.

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Subsequently, the health authorities tested her close contacts and found that the man’s child and his neighbour were also Covid-19 positives.
The Laut cluster currently consists of four positive cases, all of whom are foreign individuals.
A total of 49 Philippine nationals linked to the cluster have been screened, with 14 testing negative and the other 31 still awaiting their results.
Meanwhile, Sabah’s other cluster in Lahad Datu saw 44 new infections yesterday. This brings the total positive cases in the Benteng Lahad Datu cluster to 381.
A total of 4,089 individuals linked to the cluster have been screened, with 1,164 confirmed to be negative and another 2,544 awaiting their results.

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This Malaysian Dashcam Footage YouTube Channel Makes Me Afraid Of Driving

On the eve of a national festive season like Chinese New Year, the number of vehicles on the road (and the number of road accidents) naturally increases as people drive back to their hometowns and visit their family and friends.
With that in mind, a YouTube channel I recently stumbled upon left a lasting impact on my perception of road safety in Malaysia.
Malaysian Dashcam Owners

Malaysian Dashcam Owners channel shares compilations of dashcam videos of car crashes, near-miss accidents and dangerous and reckless drivers on Malaysian roads.
Although we probably donâ€™t like to admit it, thereâ€™s something strangely captivating about watching road accidents.
According to science, we canâ€™t help slowing down our cars to take a peek at the damage caused by an accident or watching and sharing dashcam videos of accidents we see online because humans are inherently curious creatures.

Apparently, the uncertainty that comes with not looking at these macabre situations is too uncomfortable for us to handle. So we look and peek because then at least, weâ€™ll know.
 First I was amazed by the videos, and then I became quickly terrified. Watching these videos left me with the baffling realisation that no matter how safely I might drive, thereâ€™s always that one reckless person on the road that is endangering everyone else.
Fear is legitimate because the danger is real
Honestly, these concerns are not misplaced. In May 2019, The Star reported that Malaysia has the third highest fatality rate from road traffic accidents in Asia. The two countries with roads more dangerous than ours are Thailand and Vietnam.
Road traffic death rates across ASEAN nations. (Credit: The Star)
Road Transport Minister, Anthony Loke announced that in 2018 Malaysia recorded over 6,000 fatalities due to road accidents, making it the fourth most common cause of death in the country.
A separate report by Malay Mail stated that there were almost 300,000 accidents recorded in just the first half of 2019.
Injuries from road accidents burden the healthcare system by occupying the limited number of hospital beds and utilisation of medical resources. These injuries also result in loss of productivity and income.
How can we be safer?
PLUS expects about two million vehicles on the road daily during this year’s Chinese New Year holidays. (Credit: Malay Mail)
There are a variety of reasons that cause road traffic accidents.
These include poor safety standards, lack of enforcement, drivers on the road being distracted, fatigued or inebriated, as well as speeding and failure to wear seat belts and helmets.
Thankfully the government has taken several steps to reduce the number of accidents.
These efforts come in the form of the regular Ops Selamat, where police officers patrol the roads and fine those that drive dangerously during the festive seasons. The government has also reformed some of our road safety regulations including enforcing the use of child seats and seat belts by passengers.
 Car seats has been shown to reduce the risk of death by 71% for infants involved in road accidents. (Credit: Freepik)
The Road Transport Ministry has also considered completely banning the use of underbone motorcycles (a.k.a motor kapcai) on Malaysian roads. This came after news that more than half of all road traffic deaths involved motorcyclists.
Although the government is doing what it can to keep us safe on the road, letâ€™s learn from the mistakes of the people featured in Malaysian Dashcam Ownersâ€™ compilation videos.
And by this, we mean making a better effort to adhere to road regulations and create a safe environment on the road for ourselves and other road users this Chinese New Year.

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Man Tells Late Adibah Noor To Repent For Not Covering Aurat, Becomes Target Of Condemnation By Netizens

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The recent passing of the great all-around artist and entertainer Adibah Noor has made many people sad and shocked.

Many were unaware of Adibah Noor’s cancer all this time.
Not only do celebrity friends feel the loss, but ordinary people are also saddened.
Adibah Noor was an individual who was often considered helpful and had an outstanding personality.
READ MORE: Adibah Noor: Tributes Flood In For Malaysia’s Queen Of Entertainment
However, one individual left a comment on Facebook that has attracted so much attention that it went viral and spread on other social media platforms.
The comments left by the man angered many netizens because he did not seem to have any sympathy for what had happened.
Among those who rebuked him was the lawyer and activist Siti Zabedah Kasim, better known as Siti Kasim.
Mamat yang buat komen ni memang hati bangkai. Dia takkan ada keturunan macam @adibahnoor nyer. Keturunan dia semua bangang macam dia jugak. Tak mungkin keturunan dia akan sama dgn level Adibah Noor. Mana mungkin kerbau lahirkan anak singa. 🙄 pic.twitter.com/uI9QWlQyTs— Siti Kasim (@sitikasim) June 19, 2022
Words Are Powerful Weapons And Can Do A Lot Of Damage
The man left a comment allegedly reprimanding the deceased’s aurat.
Netizens felt that it was unnecessary at all; moreover, the choice of words was excessive.
Not only that but there was another rude male individual who also reprimanded the deceased’s aurat.
He felt disgusted when the media portals published news about the deceased.
Aurat means intimate parts. In fiqh (Islamic jurisprudence), it means part of the body in a person that is required to be concealed or protected from the sight of non-mahram.
In Islamic law, mahram means a person whom you are not allowed to marry, and it is permissible to see them without a headscarf and shake their hands and hug them if you like.
kita tak tahu bila kita akan dijemput ilahi. sungguh, aku terkesan dengan berita adibah noor meninggal. ya, perwatakan beliau murni. tapi sayang, cara pakaian beliau. jika ada pihak tak bertanggungjawab siarkan berita kematian beliau dengan tak menutup aurat ? terus mengalir dosa— alepp (@lipphyuga) June 19, 2022
Online Firestorm
Meanwhile, netizens did mince their words in rebuking the man.
Netizens said he should have discussed and presented viewpoints in a reasonable way, instead of speaking inappropriately.
They also told him to respect people who had just passed away and not mock them when family and friends going are going through difficulties and discomfort.
Some even messaged him directly to voice their displeasure.
Netizens also dug up the past comments and posts made by him which were inappropriate, to say the least.
Yall dk how disrespectful it is to edit a hijab/censor their body despite them wearing as modestly as they can. Don’t do that to Adibah Noor. Yall wishing her peace but yall are not giving her any peace by pointing out her aurat. Just shut up.— mieka (@m_iekks) June 19, 2022
Meanwhile, it appears that he had backed away from the criticism and even deleted his social media accounts.
Netizens said the online backlash should serve as a reminder to him not to count other people’s sins.
the way semenanjung melei men talk about Allahyarham Adibah Noor’s sin for not covering aurat is straight up disgusting, man istg. ‘ko tengok boleh ke tak jawab malaikat dalam kubur.’— qmr (@qamarins) June 19, 2022

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What You Can And Cannot Do During CMCO In Selangor (UPDATED)

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Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amiruddin Shari has come out with a revised list of activities that you can and can’t do during the CMCO in the state of Selangor.

There are slight differences, such as Selangor allowing for 5 people to eat out together at a restaurant table for 10.
Berikut dikongsi infografik mengenai SOP dan waktu operasi bagi premis perniagaan, kedai makanan serta aktiviti-aktiviti di Negeri Selangor sepanjang Perintah Kawalan Pergerakan Bersyarat dari 14 – 27 Oktober 2020. (1/2)#SelangorGempurCOVID19 pic.twitter.com/OVMbMJp1fE— Amirudin Shari (@AmirudinShari) October 14, 2020
Again, do note that this applicable to the state of Selangor and not Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya which are Federal Territories, which have to follow SOPs set by the Federal Government.
Below is the list:
Buying household groceries
Only 2 people from the same houseThose who considered as high risk are not recommended to go outside to open, public and crowded spaces.
Interstate travel
It’s allowed for emergency cases such as illness and funerals but those who want to travel out of the district but they have to apply for a permit with the police.Employees are allowed for inter-district travel but must have a valid work pass or a permission letter from the employer but the government encourages businesses to allow their workers to work from home.For those who need to travel between Selangor and Kuala Lumpur to other states, they are advised to get the permission letter from the nearest police station before making their trip.Individuals who is using the airspace going through KLIA, KLIA2 and Subang also need to get permission from the police.
Restaurants, hawker stalls and convenience stores
Allowed to operate between 6 am to 10 pm.The public is encouraged buy food via drive thru, deliveries or take-away only.Dine-in is limited for 2 people, 1 table but the state government has followed the federal government’s recommendation of 5 people for 1 table that fits 10 people.
SOP PKPB : Ramai bertanya tentang jumlah dibenarkan di meja ketika makan direstoran – Kerajaan negeri setuju dalam sesi pelarasan antara MKN & YDP PBT untuk benarkan meja besar dibenarkan utk diisi maksimum 5 orang ( bagi meja utk 10 orang ) syarat penjarakkan fizikal dipatuhi— Amirudin Shari (@AmirudinShari) October 16, 2020
Petrol Stations
Between 6 am to 10 pm (except for stations located near highways which operate 24 hours.
Markets
Wholesale market – 4:00 am to 2:00 pm.Morning market – 6:00 am to 12:00 am.Farmers’ market – 6:00 am to 12:00 am.Night market – 4:00 am to 10:00 pm.
Public transport and food deliveries
Public transport such as buses, expresses buses, LRT, taxies/e-hailing will be allowed.Taxies/e-hailing will only be allowed to operate between 6:00 am to 12:00 am (with a maximum capacity of just 2 passengers).Food delivery services will be allowed to operate between 6:00 am to 12:00 am.Vehicles used for transporting workers will be allowed to fill up passengers according to the capacity that was set earlier.
Medical
Clinics, government and private hospitals – for 24 hours.Pharmacies – 8:00 am to 11:00 pm.Economic sector and industriesCan operate but according to SOP.Vehicles related to industry, business, manufacturing will be allowed to operate as usual including traveling inter-district and inter-state.Fisheries, plantations and agriculture will be allowed to operate.Sea and airports will be allowed to operate
Religious activities
Daily prayersCongregation of not more than 3 people.The azan (Islam call to prayer) is allowed.Maghrib, Subuh, Dhuha lectures and other activities are not allowed.Management and staff in all non-Muslim houses of worship – allowed but not more than 6 people.
Leisure, recreational and cultural activities
All leisure, recreational and cultural activities are not allowed.All entertainment activities such as night clubs/pubs, recreational centres, theme parks, indoor playgrounds and movie theatres are not allowed.
Sports Activities
Allowed
Individual based sports, e-sports, non-contact sports and outdoor sports of not more than 10 people.
Not allowed
Water, physical contact sports and sporting events.Events which have an audience attending. Events that involve foreign participants.Centralized training programs by national sports councils and state sports is allowed to continue but they must follow a quarantine based approach.
Education
All schools, universities, kindergartens, day-care centres, will be closed during the CMCO period.IPTA and IPTS students who are taking exams from foreign institutions are only allowed to attend the test and not the learning session.Seminars, exhibitions, training, conventions, lectures and meeting, incentives, conventions and exhibitions (MICE) events are not allowed.Only online seminars are allowed.
Meetings
Should be done via a video teleconference and its not encouraged to meet in person.
Organizing a gathering
Official and informal government and private functions, social events such as kendrui kendara, weddings and engagements, aqiqah ceremonies, prayers for peace, tahlil, birthday celebrations, birthday celebrations, reunions, etc are not allowed.
Tourism
Any sort of tourism activity going in and out of the CMCO area is not allowed.
Religious ceremonies
Marriage registration ceremony for non-mulims is allowed but it shouldn’t exceed 6 people at any one time.
Playgrounds, etc
Playgrounds and public exercise equipments are not allowed to be used.
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KL crowned second friendliest city in the world

Seems like Malaysians have been getting a lot of good vibes from the global community latelyâ€¦
Previously, we were named the 25th sexiest nation with the 39th sexiest accent in the world.
Now, our very own concrete jungle, Kuala Lumpur, has been crowned the second friendliest city in the world!
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The coronation came once again from the international travel site Big 7 Travel, polling the opinions of 1.5 million people from social media.
Among the top five cities listed on the survey was Vancouver, Canada which came in at first place.

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Bruges in Belgium which came in third.

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Taipei, Taiwan which came in fourth.

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And Hamburg, Germany coming in at fifth place.

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(Singapore came in at 25th place if you must know…)

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According to the verdict, KL is the best example of a friendly metropolis where its citizens, our good olâ€™ Malaysian people, are considered to be affectionate and welcoming of strangers.
Foreigners also seemed to have taken a liking to our happy go lucky attitude, as the survey specifically mentions how easy-going Malaysians are.

(Image Credit: Quick Meme)

Survey participants also noted how navigatable and accessible it was to get around town.
Naturally, visitors were also captivated by the KL night scene, where endless entertainment choices make the urban centre a hot pick for tourist and expats from across the globe.

Let’s try and spread some of this hospitality around to our other visitors too!
As of June 2019, the UNHCR reports some 175,760 refugees and asylum-seekers currently living in desperate and deprived conditions all over Malaysia, where some 44,880 of them being children.

(Image Credit: UNHCR)

Wouldn’t hurt to be nice and friendly to ALL of our guests, won’t it…
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Deputy Minister Says That Less Than 20% Of Malaysia Have No Access To Internet, Some Due To Vandalism

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Only less than 20% of the country do not have access to the internet, but some of these areas were cut off due to vandalism, said Deputy Communications and Multimedia Minister Datuk Zahidi Zainul Abidin.
There used to be coverage in these areas, but all of a sudden, service is disrupted as certain parties would dig up the fibre optic cables, steal the copper wiring or standby generators at some communication towers. We are trying to overcome these problems while increasing broadband access.Deputy Communications and Multimedia Minister Datuk Zahidi Zainul Abidin via Malay Mail
He also said that efforts have intensified to bring 3G and 4G nationwide and 2,360 communication towers have been erected up to June with 280 on the way.
According to reports, 5,348 communication transmitters at existing tower structures have been upgraded to 3G and 4G services.
For fixed line broadband, Zahidi said that the government has implemented the suburban broadband (SUBB) and rural broadband (RBB) projects to provide high speed broadband facilities to these areas throughout the country.
Up to last June, 639,676 extensions were available, while 34,781 extensions are due to completed in stages.
He also commented on the National Fiberisation and Connectivity Plan (NFCP) which is at the implementation stage.
If the areas are seen to be able to provide better broadband services and the technology which we propose is appropriate for the areas, upgrading would be implemented under phase two and three of the NFCP project.Deputy Communications and Multimedia Minister Datuk Zahidi Zainul Abidin via Malay Mail

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AKLEH, DUKE And Several Roads Around Kuala Lumpur Will Be Closed From 11-13 November

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A number of roads in and around Kuala Lumpur will be closed for the Standard Chartered Marathon from November 11–13, 2022.

The international-level race, which is expected to attract approximately 20,000 local and international runners, will include four categories: 5 kilometers (km), 10 kilometers (km), 21 kilometers (km) half marathon, and 42 kilometers (km) full marathon.
The KL Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department will be carrying out road closures and diversions to facilitate the race from 3am 12 November, according to Kuala Lumpur Police chief Datuk Azmi Abu Kassim, as reported by Bernama.
The closures and reopening of roads will be done in stages and everything should return to normal at about 11am on 13 November.
The AKLEH and DUKE highways will be closed at 11pm on 12 November.
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People are concerned about their ability to commute and are seeking alternate options as a result of the breakdown of the LRT stations in that area.
READ MORE: 16 LRT Stations On Kelana Jaya Line Closed Until 15 Nov
However, the organizer will provide an update as soon as further details are available.

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60% of people who use the Causeway to Singapore WALK, Johor govt to build footpath

Traffic jams are the worst, and almost everyone has once exclaimed that walking would be faster when they are caught in a nightmare standstill.

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Well, it turns out that a lot of Johoreans actually walk the talk and are literally risking their lives to walk their way into Singapore.
Last year, an estimated 215,000 people use the Causeway to shimmy into Singapore. The Johor state government recently found out that 60% of them walked on the roads.

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Johor Public Works, Infrastructure and Transportation Committee chairman Mohd Solihan Badri said that they are proposing to build a 1.2km pedestrian walkway.
He also explained that the pedestrians encroached on the routes used by buses and cars, which is dangerous to everyone involved.

Good step though decades late. Shld hve been done so long ago.#Johor plans to build sheltered walkway on Causeway for pedestrians https://t.co/eSNXXA8Fju via @ChannelNewsAsia
â€” Md Kassim A Ra (@KassimARah) June 19, 2019

A spokeman from Singapore’s Ministry of Transport claims that Singapore welcomes the proposal and is committed to working together to resolve congestion at the Causeway.
They also carefully noted that there already is a pedestrian walkway on Singapore’s side of the Causeway.

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Hopefully Malaysians will be able to walk safely into Singapore from Johor soon!


MCO Is Back From Wednesday, 13 January, For Two Weeks (And Could Be Extended)

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Malaysia will again be going under lockdown for two weeks starting 12.01am on Wednesday (13 January) in order to curb the spread of Covid-19 which has reached record numbers in the past few days.

In his special address today, Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin announced that the Movement Control Order (MCO) will end on 26 January 2021.
The situation today is indeed very alarming. Our healthcare system is under tremendous pressure more than any other time during the pandemic. Unprecedented times call for unprecedented measures.Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin
There will be no interstate travel allowed nationwide.
Meanwhile, where infection rates are especially high, social activities are also not allowed in some states under MCO, namely:
Federal Territories – Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya, LabuanSelangorMelakaJohorPulau PinangSabah
States that will undergo Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO) are:
KedahPerakNegeri SembilanPahangTerengganuKelantan
Only two states will continue under Recovery Movement Control Order (RMCO):
PerlisSarawak
The Prime Minister also added that as of 11 January 2021, 70% infection cases involve Malaysians and only 30% involve non-Malaysian citizens.

READ MORE: Important Things The PM Said Besides MCO 2.0 On 13 January

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Fake dentist fined RM50,000 for opening home clinic in Pahang

A 25-year-old woman was charged in court for setting up her very own dental braces fitting service without having a licence.
Nurul Rohaizaz Farhana Syuhada Zazli pleaded guilty to setting up a dental clinic at her home in Bentong, Pahang.
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She was charged under Section 27 of the Private Healthcare Facilities and Services Act 1998 for providing private dental services without valid registration.
This carries a maximum sentence of 6 years imprisonment or a fine of RM300,000 or both.
The DIY dentist was slapped with a RM50,000 fine for her illegal practice and would be facing a 10-month jail sentence if she fails to pay the amount.

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In 2017, another fake dentist by the name of Nur Farahanis Ezatty Adliwas also charged for the same offence.
Though this should already be common sense… You should NEVER seek out medical treatment from unlicensed, uncertified and unregistered practitioners.
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For those looking to get their teeth fixed, please look for ACTUAL licenced specialist instead of these cheap, bogus dentistsâ€¦
You may visit the Malaysian Association of Orthodontists (MAO) webpage at www.mao.org.my for info and listings of registered orthodontist in the country.


Annuar Musa Shares Taiwan Rally Video Amidst Malaysia’s Political Uncertainty

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Tan Sri Annuar Musa who was the Multimedia and Communications minister prior to the dissolution of Parliament courted controversy when he shared a video of a rally in Taiwan on his Facebook page.

He did not however mention anything specific about the video. In the caption, he talked about how in Islam, when one was at a crossroads, then one should refer to the Quran and Sunnah for guidance.

The video however made its rounds on WhatsApp with a very different caption, with some saying it was a rally in Penang.
In one of the alleged WhatsApp shares posted on Twitter, it was claimed that the rally was of the Chinese gathering in Penang to listen to DAP leaders talking about confidently taking control of Malaysia’s administration.
This is just one of the many racially charged narratives being shared on various social media platforms following the conclusion of the 15th General Election (GE15) last Saturday.
While Annuar did not caption the video he shared as something that happened in the country, he later removed the video, leaving only what he wrote.
Many in the comments section were not happy with his cryptic sharing with Kluang parliamentarian Wong Shu Qi remarking sarcastically, “I didn’t know Taiwan is part of Malaysia.”

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Light Up Your Deepavali With Movie Specials On Astro Channels

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Astro subscribers will be able to watch a bunch of Deepavali specials this coming festive season as they celebrate #OliyaaiThigazhvom (Be The Light).

The specials will be hosted on TV, Astro GO and On Demand. Digital platforms like Astro Ulagam, RAAGA radio, and e-commerce site Go Shop will also be running specials during this time.
As we celebrate Deepavali and the Astro 25th anniversary this year, we offer our customers an exciting mix of high-quality local and international premieres to enjoy with family and friends. Customers can look forward to a range of shows from telemovies, variety shows and game shows to comedy debate shows, travelogues and web-series during this festive period.Prem Anand, Vice President, Indian Customer Business, Astro

All Astro customers can enjoy these premiering Deepavali specials on Astro Vaanavil HD (Ch 201):
Local game shows Veetukku Veedu Deepavali, hosted by local talents, Geetha and Uthaya (RAAGA) featuring popular talents and director from ‘Tamiletchumy’ series, Dr. Vimala Perumal, Denes Kumar, Hemaji, Moon Nila, Nithya Shree and more; Kalakkal Jodigal anchored by popular local talents, Anantha and Revathi featuring Ben G, Prakash, and more.Local telemovies including romantic comedy Pallavi Bakery directed by local filmmaker Sathish Natarajan starring Irfan Zaini, Shalini Balasundaram, Vemanah and more; comedy drama Soppana Sundari by SD Puvanendran starring Sri Kumaran, Vidia Liana, Kirthiga, and more; and family drama Manameh Ketkava directed by Yuvaraj Krishnasamy starring Sara Baskin, Thevaguru, and more.Singaporean family telemovie Pugaipadam, and family drama Enakku 25 Unakku 45. Special Deepavali episode of popular local cooking show Anal Parakuthu featuring popular local talents including Sasi, Prasad, and Chandini Kaur.
Customers can also look forward the following premieres on Astro Vinmeen HD (Ch 202):
Local comedy tele-drama, Lock Down directed by Kirran Prashanth starring popular local artistes such as Havoc Naven, Havoc Mathan, Pashini, Kesavan and Sheezay.Deepavali special from local food travelogue, Rasikka Rusikka hosted by Shabby and Prasad.Deepavali Angpao LIVE contest hosted by local artiste, Nathiya Jayabalan, offering customers a chance to win exciting prizes including RM10,000 in cash prizes and 24 grams of gold worth RM6000, sponsored Abdul Razak Jewellers Sdn Bhd. Variety shows by local production teams, shot in India, including Shopping Killadis hosted by Rakshan and Jacquline Lydia featuring celebrity couples; Deepavali Ragalaiz anchored by hosts Jagan Purushottam and Nakshathra Nagesh featuring Thadi Balaji, Anita, Thangadurai, Jennifer, Bigg Boss Bala, and more.Comedy debate show, Comedy Mandram starring Madurai Muthu, Thangadurai, and more.Cooking show, Pasikithu Lah!! starring Manimegalai, singer Diwakar a.k.a Dhivagaran Santhosh, Gabby a.k.a Gabriella Charlton, Nakshathra Nagesh, and more.Award show Behindwoods Gold Icons that celebrates inspirational icons such as Ashwin, Sivaangi, Pugazh, Aari, Balaji, Rio, and more.Concerts celebrating legendary music icons, including Ilaiyaraaja 75 – Live in Concert Singapore featuring legendary singers including KS Chithra, Mano, Madhu Balakrishnan, Vijay Prakash, and more, and Nenje Ezhu – AR Rahman Live in Concert that presents highly-acclaimed singers such as Hariharan, Srinivas, Shwetha Mohan, Jonita Gandhi, Haricharan, Karthik, Vijay Prakash, and many more, performing top hits by the renowned music icon.
For more premiering international shows, customers can also watch:
Reality show, Mega Thala Deepavali anchored by Kiki Vijay and RJ Vijay on Zee Tamil HD (Ch 223).Drama film, Kasada Thapara starring Harish Kalyan and Priya Bhavani Shankar on Astro Thangathirai HD (Ch 241).Romance drama film, 14 Phere starring Vikrant Massey and Kriti Kharbanda; and action-drama film, Haathi Mere Saathi starring Rana Daggubati, Zoya Hussain and more on BollyOne HD (Ch 251).Tamil horror film, Cinderella on Astro First (Ch 480) starring Raai Laxmi, Sakshi Agarwal and Robo Shankar.
Reality show, Mega Thala Deepavali anchored by Kiki Vijay and RJ Vijay on Zee Tamil HD (Ch 223).
In addition, all Malaysians can stream comedy drama web series Enna Kodumai Saar Ithu! premiering on digital platform, Astro Ulagam starring Ravin Rao Santeran and K. Prakas.
All Malaysians can also look forward to a captivating Deepavali song, #OliyaaiThigazhvom, sung by Amos Paul, Sabesh Manmathan, Arulini Arumugam, Thayashne Arumugam, Anu Ranjani, Revathi Manimaran, Melina Abraham and Darrshikah Priya; music by Shameshan Mani Maran, music video directed by Karthik Shamalan, and lyrics written by Yuwaji available on TV, Astro Ulagam social pages and on RAAGA radio.
On the radio front, Malaysians can enjoy a special RAAGA Deepavali song RAAGAvin Oliyaai Tigazhvom sung by Santesh available on-air, on the SYOK app and on RAAGA’s YouTube channel.
Or, if you woud like to partake in a community initiative to send photo or video Deepavali greetings to orphans from Pertubuhan Perkhidmatan Sosial dan Pembangunan Komuniti Daerah Gombak, Selangor, check out RAAGA mattrum LoveMe-udan Oliyaai Tigazhvom here.
In conjunction with the Deepavali celebration, Go Shop’s ‘Deepavali Festival Sale’ campaign offers customers up to 67% off from 14 October to 5 November 2021.
The sale will include home appliances, kitchenware, furniture and bedding, as well as delicious snacks, digital electronics, beauty and fashion. In addition, customers can also catch Go Shop’s exclusive Deepavali programme every Saturday and Sunday at 1pm on Astro Vaanavil HD (Ch 201) till 7 November 2021.
New customers can enjoy RM15 off for their first purchase when they use the code ‘WEL15’. For more information, go to goshop.com.my or download the app on Google Play or App Store.
For more information on the Astro Deepavali premieres, visit astroulagam.com.my/Deepavali2021

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Young M’sian couple takes turn eating with a baby, Twitterjaya has mixed feelings

Twitter user Sherra Ong shared an observation on a young couple with a baby recently, which has drawn many mixed responses.

Ate my late lunch at a warung yesterday. The table next to me was a young couple with their baby.
The wife was holding the baby while her husband eating. After that, he left them to smoke a cigarette.
He came back and grab the baby and let the wife eat.
What’s wrong here? pic.twitter.com/QAHOZjKWas
â€” Sherra Ong (@SherraOng) August 6, 2019

Sherra’s main gripe was that the wife had to wait for her husband to finish eating and smoking before she could even start eating.
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Ladies, it’s time to be firm with your husband that child is both responsibilities.
If you breastfeeding your child, you MUST eat before your husband. Because after you finish eating, you need to feed the child and he can enjoy his meals too.
You are eating for 2!! Remember!!
â€” Sherra Ong (@SherraOng) August 6, 2019

Many people agreed and showed more concern for the well-being of the baby.

dirty hands, ciggars smell and all then hold the baby? tau tak bau rokok tu akan melekat kat baju? 😞 tak sayang kat anak ke. sebab perangai selfish bapak, both wife and baby had to carry the consequences
â€” lilac (@fluffhuda) August 6, 2019

Do you know that the smoke will stay on your clothes? Don’t you love your child? Because of one selfish father, both wife and baby will have to face the consequences.

The baby is thirdhand smoker. Babies and newborns are the most at risk. And thirdhand smoke is as dangerous as secondhand smoke.
â€” John Doe (@iamsholihin) August 6, 2019

Nafsu (rokok) melebihi keperluan (isteri lapar + pegang anak).
Sepatutnya makan dulu atau biar isteri makan dulu dengan aman, baru merokok. Kadang otak letak kat kote ni susah juga
â€” ÙŠÙˆØ³Ù (@yusofhsnn) August 6, 2019

Lust (cigarettes) exceeds need (hungry wife + child holding). Should eat first or let the wife eat first, before smoking. Sometimes people need to think out of the box.

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And of course, there are those who in turn, found Sherra’s actions invasive.

Hi, donâ€™t u think itâ€™s inappropriate to take pictures of strangers u see on public, post it on social media & make tons of assumptions about them? You never know what they are going through. Unless u ask them & u know exactly whatâ€™s going on then itâ€™s fine. We should never judge.
â€” aini (@nurfitriainii) August 7, 2019

I’m the kind of mom who prefers to hold the baby while my husband eats and then he holds the baby so I can take my time with my meal. I hope to God no one has been judging me and surreptitiously taking pics of my family!
â€” Mediha (@mediha_m) August 7, 2019

By the way, did you enjoy your food or enjoy watching, taking pictures & judging others?
â€” Ø¬ÙˆØ±ÙˆÝ¢Ù…Ø¨Ø± Ø¬Ø§Ù„Ø§Ù†Ù† 🇲🇾 (@iamhydroxyzine) August 7, 2019

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Filipino Facebook Page Claims Sabah As Part Of The Philippines & Malaysians Aren’t Having It

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There is an old saying that we should be living at peace with our neighbours.

It can become a nightmare if you live next door to the wrong kind of people.
Such is the case it seems between Malaysia and the Philippines right now.
The dispute between the Philippines and Malaysia over who has the right to own Sabah is still unresolved from the Philippine perspective.
For the Philippines, the issue of ownership of Sabah is still pending, there is no final solution.
But Malaysia’s position clearly considers that this case has been resolved based on the decision of the people of Sabah themselves who chose to join Malaysia.
The basic issue of who has the right to Sabah has boiled over again, this time over provocative postings on a Facebook page called Asean Skyline.

Online Firestorm
Not surprisingly, Malaysians berated Asean Skyline for the insulting postings.

Thankfully there are people who understand the issue including Filipinos and do not support the territorial claims.
Netizens also drew comparison to Russian President Vladimir Putin claiming that Ukraine belongs to Russia.

Like a volcano that erupts from time to time, the issue once again spewed anger and discontent recently.
READ MORE: Malaysia Refuse To Recognise Sulu Sultan’s “Heirs” RM62 Billion Claim
A Long, Long Story
The Philippines claimed to have the power to rule Sabah from the Sulu Government.
The undisputable fact is, Sabah is part of Malaysia through the British.
The British took over Sabah from the the British North Borneo Company (BNBC) which obtained it from Overbeck & Dent.
Overbeck & Dent was the recipient of certain rights and privileges conferred by the Sultan of Sulu, Sultan Muhammad Jamalul Alam, based on a document signed on 22 January 1878.
The Philippines argues that the rights and privileges acquired by Overbeck & Dent was a lease and not a cession as claimed by the British and later by Malaysia.
The document was written in Malay-Arabic, which became a problem due to different versions when translated.
Not surprisingly, the Philippines recognised the translation which favors them and rejected the other version.
And these different translations gave rise to the disputes which lasted to this day.

The Malaysian Perspective
It is beyond comprehension to think that Malaysia would hand over Sabah to anyone.
It would never happen as the people of Sabah themselves willingly joined Malaysia.
Sabahans gave their consent through the Cobbold Commission which was formed on 17 January 1962.
The commission’s task was to gain insights from the people of Sabah and Sarawak regarding the formation of Malaysia.
The Philippines had tried to challenge Malaysia to dispute the matter at the World Court in The Hague, the Netherlands.
Malaysia had flatly rejected it as its rights over Sabah is irrefutable.
Hopefully, the leaders of Philippines would stop using the issue to serve their own political interest and continue to jeopardise the Asean spirit.
READ MORE: The Philippines Decides To Include Sabah In Their Passport Map Of The Country
A map showing the Sabahan territories ceded by Brunei and Sulu Sultanate to the British.

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AirAsia’s ‘Fun’ Tweet Became A Public Review Panel By Unhappy Fliers

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Running a company is hard but so is trying to become a good social media manager or admin.

Recently, AirAsia posted a seemingly innocent question on its official Twitter to ask followers what advice they would give to a first-time flyer.
What advice will you give a first time flyer? 💭✈— airasia Super App (@airasia) June 11, 2022
In an unfortunate twist, the responses quickly backfired on the company and it became a review of the low-cost airline.
Most responses from netizens implored others not to fly with AirAsia because the airline is notorious for cancelling and rescheduling flights.
The netizens’ gripes also stemmed from the previous issue where a lot of travellers had difficulty getting reimbursed for cancelled flights during the lockdown.
READ MORE: AirAsia’s Tony Fernandes Shows Off New Tesla Y, But Netizens Aren’t Celebrating With Him
A netizen also gave helpful advice to students who are looking to save on airfares by recommending students fly with Malaysia Airlines instead.
Cancel your tickets with AirAsia. Wait, that cannot be. Claim back your money…wait cannot also. Ask for refund …., aahh cibai. Just dont buy from Airasia.— Fiona 🏴 (@Shades_Salvator) June 11, 2022
Yup. If it’s a RM100 or RM200 difference, I’d pick MAS. Everything’s included (no add on this and that – untick those boxes!) and flying out of KLIA is a better experience.— thatsmyfullname (@thatsmyfullname) June 11, 2022
Yes, DO NOT BOOK ON AIR ASIA. BAIT AND SWITCH. You’ll get stuck with no flight and worthless air credits!!!! Happened to me and many others!!!— GlobalInvesting (@longtermstock) June 11, 2022

Two days ago, Capital A Group chief executive officer Tan Sri Tony Fernandes said that AirAsia had refunded nearly all customers affected by flight cancellations during the pandemic lockdown.
The aviation arm of Capital A Group, AirAsia Aviation Group Ltd (AAAGL) said they have finalised over 99% of all customer queries and are working to settle the final 0.8% over the next few months, Malay Mail reported.
AirAsia X (AAX) and Thai AirAsia X (TAAX) also have plans in place to compensate customers affected by flight disruptions over the past two years in the coming months.
To date, the majority of all affected guests have received their travel vouchers (totalling over 155,000 guests) and we aim to complete the issuance of all remaining travel vouchers within the coming weeks.AirAsia X CEO Benjamin Ismail

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Man Who Allegedly Set Shop On Fire Over Unrequited Love Arrested

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Anger can make people do crazy things.

Pair that up with unrequited love and you get an explosion of feelings. And in this case, it could very well be literally.
A video that has since gone viral on social media, captured a man who allegedly set a mobile phone shop on fire because his love proposal was rejected.
According to news reports as well as comments from netizens, the incident took place in Langkap near Teluk Intan, yesterday evening.

As Bernama reported, Hilir Perak district police chief ACP Ahmad Adnan Basri said a report of the 3.19pm incident was lodged by a 46-year-old local woman who is also the shop employee.
The 54-year-old unemployed suspect came to the shop at 2.30pm before throwing a fit, injuring her and uttering obscene words. The suspect also threatened to set the complainant and the shop on fire. Out of fear, the complainant rushed to the Langkap Police Station to make a report, and while doing so, the shop belonging to her brother was reported to have caught fire.Hilir Perak district police chief ACP Ahmad Adnan Basri
Ahmad Adnan also added that the shop had suffered a loss of RM100,000 and the suspect suffered burns to his face, hands and legs.
In the video, the complainant could be seen trying to coax the man out of wanting to burn the shop but he proceeded to pour petrol around the area.
Additionally, Ahmad Adnan added that the suspect often came to the shop drunk and tried to court the complainant but was rejected because she is married with three children.
During the arrest, he said the suspect was believed to be under the influence of alcohol.
The suspect has been remanded for five days to assist in the investigation under Section 435/323 of the Penal Code.

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No Hajj For Malaysians This Year, Again

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Only residents and citizens of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will get to perform the pilgrimage this year because of the current global Covid-19 situation. That means no Malaysians will get to perform the Hajj during the upcoming 1442H Hajj season, said Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Senator Datuk Seri Dr Zulkifli Mohamad Al-Bakri.

For many Malaysians, going for Hajj is a once in a lifetime opportunity. A culmination of a lifetime of saving and waiting. To hear this news must be heartbreaking for most of them.
In previous years, before the pandemic, millions of Muslims from all around the world congregated in the holy city of Mecca to perform the Hajj. Worshippers would fill the colossal Masjid al-Haram and spill over to the streets.
This year only 60,000 people, residents of all nationalities and citizens inside the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, will be permitted to perform the holy ritual.
Zulkifli said the Lembaga Tabung Haji would manage all the affairs of Malaysians who are already there and had been selected to perform the Haj, in accordance with the standard operating procedures (SOP) set by Saudi Arabia.
“Indeed, ‘hifz al-nafs’ (preserving life) is one of the principles of Maqasid Syariah that is always upheld by the Malaysian government in taking any decision,” he added.READ MORE: The 2020 Hajj Is Back On, But Only For Muslims In Saudi Arabia

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12 Shows To Watch With The Family During The Raya Holidays

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The Raya holidays are the perfect time to reunite and spend time with the family. Gather your family and have a good laugh or cry together by watching some of these new shows at home or at the cinemas. Who knows, it just might be another memorable Raya day to look back and cherish next time.

1. Kongsi Raya
Release date: 27 April 2022
Where to watch: Netflix
In this comedic film, a Chinese chef is in love with a Malay television producer but their relationship faced strong objections from both of their fathers who are feuding chefs. Things get out of hand when the fathers decide to go against each other in a live TV cooking competition. Directed by Teddy Chin, the film stars Chew Kin Wah, Erra Fazria, Harith Iskander and Qasrina Karim.

2. Prebet Sapu
Release date: 1 May 2022
Where to watch: Netflix
Directed by Muzzamer Rahman, the drama tells the story of an illegal e-hailing driver Aman (Amerul Affendi) and his experiences of driving passengers around the city late at night. The film also shows his friendship with his customer, Bella, a mysterious escort. The film is shot in black and white because the character Aman is colour blind, which adds some noir vibes to the film.

3. Bloody Heart
Release date: 2 May 2022
Where to watch: Disney+ Hotstar
King Lee Tae (Lee Joon) is making good strides to deflect the machinations of Vice Minister Park Gyewon and the Korean nobility from suppressing the house of Joseon for generations. However, the sudden arrival of a woman who captured King Lee Tae’s heart years before threatens to derail everything he has worked for. The Korean drama tells a tale of impossible choices, betrayal and deception.

4. Mechamoto
Release date: 2 to 8 May, 11am-1pm
Where to watch: Cartoon Network (Astro Ch 615 HD)
Set in Kota Hilir (inspired by Bandar Hilir, Melaka), Mechamoto tells the story of Amato and his mechanical friend Mechabot, a robot with the ability to mechanize everyday objects into high-tech devices. It’s up to Amato and Mechabot to keep everyone safe from bad robots. The show also features Malaysia’s unique culture and traditions.
Mechamoto ketupat casing. Image: Cartoon Network & Monsta
The Mechamoto Week Marathon starts from Monday to Sunday (2-8 May) from 11am to 1pm. New episodes of Mechamoto premiere every weekend at 3pm.
For a little fun activity for the kids, tune into a video tutorial at Cartoon Network social media pages @cartoonnetworkasia on Monday, 2 May, to learn how to make Mechamoto ketupat casing, Raya packet, and Raya greeting cards.

5. Redraw Your Summer
Release date: 2 May onwards, 9am-1pm
Where to watch: Cartoon Network (Astro Ch 615)
If you’re not sure what to watch during your Raya holidays, revisit your childhood by tuning into Redraw Your Summer. The segment features a host of shows such as new episodes of Teen Titans Go!, Mechamoto, Tweety Bird’s 80th Anniversary on Looney Tunes, Krypto The Superdog, We Bare Bears, and The Tom and Jerry Show.

6. Showtime 1958
Release date: 3 May 2022
Where to watch: Netflix
Showtime 1958 will resonate with those who are intrigued by the old film industry. The film features the stories that unfold during a crucial time for the Malay film industry. It’s a true story behind the iconic Selamat Hari Raya song written in 1958 by P. Ramlee and Jamil Sulong during a variety show they organised to collect funds for fellow performers and friends who had lost their jobs at the studio.

7. Doctor Strange In The Multiverse of Madness
Release date: 4 May 2022
Where to watch: Cinemas
The highly anticipated Doctor Strange sequel unlocks the Multiverse and the madness within the MCU. With the help of old and new allies, Doctor Strange ventures into the unknown and traverses the mind-bending alternate realities to confront a mysterious adversary. The film will see the return of fan favourites and new characters such as Scarlet Witch, Wong and America Chavez.

8. The Staircase
Release date: 5 May 2022
Where to watch: HBO (Astro Ch 411) and HBO GO
Based on a true story, the eight-episode series explores the life of Michael Peterson, his sprawling North Carolina family, and the suspicious death of his wife, Kathleen Peterson. Kathleen died after falling down the staircase in their home but the circumstances of her death raised disturbing questions. It didn’t take long for suspicions to grow into accusations. The series features a star-studded ensemble cast with names such as Colin Firth, Sophie Turner, Toni Collette and Patrick Schwarzenegger.

9. The Sound of Magic
Release date: 6 May 2022
Where to watch: Netflix
Based on the popular webtoon Annarasumanara by Ha Il-kwon, The Sound of Magic delves into the question of what it means to dream and become a good gorwn-up. Yoon Ah-yi (Choi Sung-Eun) is a girl who’s split between her childhood dreams and the grim reality while Na Il-deung (Hwang In-youp) faces pressure to realise his destiny. Both felt stuck in their lives until they come across a mystical magician Ri-eul (Ji Chang-wook) who introduces the joy of magic into their lives.

10. Sneakerella
Release date: 13 May 2022
Where to watch: Disney+ Hotstar
Set in New York City, Sneakerella is a modern reimagining of the classic tale of Cinderella. El is an aspiring sneaker designer who also works as a stock boy in his late mother’s shoe shop. By chance, he bumps into Kira King, the daughter of sneaker tycoon Darius King. It doesn’t take long for his selfish stepbrothers to ruin his plans of ever making a name for himself. True to a Disney tale, the film features fresh rap beats and new songs for families to enjoy.

11. The Time Traveller’s Wife
Release date: 16 May 2022, 9am
Where to watch: HBO (Astro Ch 411) and HBO GO
You might have seen the 2009 film starring Rachel McAdams and Eric Bana. This time, the popular story has been remade into an original HBO series. It tells the story of Clare and Henry (played by Rose Leslie and Theo James respectively) whose beautiful relationship is plagued by time travel. The six-episode series directed by Emmy Award winner David Nutter is sure to be another tear-jerking session.

12. Tiga Janda Melawan Dunia
Release date: 19 May 2022
Where to watch: Cinemas
In this comedic film, three widows – Midah, Rohayu and Ani – are die-hard fans of Aiman Zalini. When the singer’s last concert is announced, the three women try to raise funds to get concert tickets. The ladies failed to make any money at first but were inspired by a local loafer who became an overnight success by selling vape juice. Soon, the trio’s additive-free, all-natural and tobacco-free vape juice fly out of shelves and threaten the revenues of the drug cartel bosses.

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