Mâ€™sian ex-Olympic footballer sadly forgotten, alone & broke in Penang nursing home

We laud our national athletes who make our â€œcountryâ€™s name smell
goodâ€ (mengharumkan nama negara) on the international stage.
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We cheered for them when they beat
athletes from big name nations, like during the 1972 Olympic Games in Munich
when the Malaysian football team beat US by 3-0.

Malaysia vs West Germany in 1972 Olympic Games(Credit: bazookapenaka.my)

47 years ago, Harimau Malaya took to the football pitch in then West Germany, playing three matches against the formidable teams of West Germany, Morocco and United States.
It was the FIRST TIME that the
Malaysian football team qualified for the Olympic Games.

The Malaysian contingent posing at King’s Square in Munich, 1972. (Credit: bazookapenaka.my)

While our tigers lost against West
Germany and Morocco, they gave United States quite the thrashing by scoring three
goals against their zero.

Malaysia vs West Germany in the 1972 Olympic Games (Credit: chedinsphere.blogspot.com)

Naturally, this was cause for ecstatic celebrations back home and the footballers were welcomed with cheers and thunderous applause.
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Among these national heroes was Krishnasamy Veloo, who played midfield during the victorious match against US.

1972 football Olympic squad(Credit: chedinsphere.blogspot.com)

Back then, he was hailed as a hero but now the ex-Olympic footballer is sadly forgotten, alone and broke in a Penang nursing home.
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The 72-year-old ex-Olympic footballer spends his days sick and alone in a Penang nursing home where he struggles to keep up with healthcare expenses as well as the RM1,000 nursing home fee.

 Krishnasamy Veloo(Credit: K Kandiah/New Straits Times)

According to New Straits Times, he retired as a sergeant major from the prisons department and his only source of income is his government pension.
However, he does receive the odd donation here and there.
Football Association of Malaysia have given him assistance as well as caring members of the football fraternity, The Friendship Circle.

Krishnasamy Veloo with Harjit Singh, The Friendship Circle coordinator at an old folks home in Penang.(Credit: K Kandiah/New Straits Times)

New Straits Times also reported in May that National Athletes Welfare Foundation (YAKEB) has pledged to help him.
The diabeticâ€™s left knee is amputated due to the disease and he also suffers from failing eyesight and hearing.

Krishnasamy Veloo in May before his knee was amputated.(Credit: K Kandiah/New Straits Times)

Krishnasamyâ€™s wife who is equally old and frail, stays with her daughterâ€™s family while his two children are unable to care for him.
The former footballer joined the
national team in 1967 and played alongside great legends such as Soh Chin Aun and
Ali Bakar.

Hero’s welcome for the Malaysian football team after defeating South Korea in the 1972 Olympic Games qualifiers.(Credit: bazookapenaka.my)

His plight is a truly tragic tale
of a forgotten hero.
If youâ€™d like to extend a helping hand to Krishnasamy, he can be reached at 017-555 5294.


The Honor 9X Is Here in M’sia: 5 Things You Might Be Interested In

The Honor 9x is here in Malaysia and it’s one of the phones to look out for if you’re looking for a device that has good specs without hurting your wallet.
Priced at RM999 it’s a mid-range phone and comes in two colours, Midnight Black and Sapphire Blue.
The phone sports a sandwiched glass design (like the Samsung A30, Redmi Note 8 Pro), so expect fingerprint smudges when using the phone (or you can use a case).
Here are a few things that you that might excite you:
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1. For the gamer
The innards of the phone make it possible for you to push the graphics settings of your favourite games to the max. The device has a feature called GPU Turbo 3.0 which the company says it enables smooth gameplay.
The Honor 9X is capable of playing some popular games such as PUBG mobile, Vainglory, Arena of Valor, NBA 2K18 (and yes, the phone still has the Google Play Store to download your favourite games)
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To ensure that that you won’t experience any unexpected lags while playing your games, Honor said the 9X is equipped with signal enhancement features to make your connection much more stable.
2. For those who like to listen to music
It has a headphone jack so you won’t have to carry an adapter to listen to music or be forced to use a Bluetooth earphone/headphone when charging your phone.
Honor also released its own Bluetooth earphones called the Honor Sport Pro priced at RM299 if you want to listen to music wirelessly.
The Sport Pro headphones comes in three colours, Phantom Red, Phantom Gray and Phantom PurplePicture Credit: Honor Malaysia
3. For those who long-lasting battery
It has a large battery to last for a full day without charging.
However, it doesn’t sport a fast-charging feature and it is relatively smaller compared to competitors such as the Redmi Note 8 Pro.
But if you’re doing the regular stuff like Instagramming, a bit of Facebook or snapping photos, the phone should be able to last you throughout the day.
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4. For those who want a capable camera
Honor promised a good camera that’s able to take good photos even in low light.
We’ve captured some pictures with the phone during the launch and you can see the difference between the 3 different cameras here.

It also has a front camera is hidden inside the phone that pops up when you want to take a selfie.
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This is in contrast to the competitors who to try to make the camera notch as small as possible but is still visible on the front screen.
5. For those who want a massive storage capacity
The phone comes with 128GB internal storage with an additional 512GB, which means that you can store a tonne of photos and videos before running out of space.
Those are the 5 things that might be of interest if you’re looking for a new phone.
Despite the price tag (and competitors in this price range), the 9X is still a capable device that should be able to meet the demands of users.

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Why Is China Claiming Batik, And Where Did It Come From Anyway?

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On 12 July, Chinese news portal Xinhua released a short video of batik crafts, claiming that batik is a traditional craft common among ethnic groups in China together with the hashtag #AmazingChina.

Batik is a traditional craft common among ethnic groups in China. Using melting wax and a spatula-like tool, people dye the cloth and heat it to get rid of the wax. Check out how the ancient craft evolves in modern times. #AmazingChina pic.twitter.com/4pNNECZziT— China Xinhua News (@XHNews) July 12, 2020

Naturally, oodles of people were quite upset, considering that batik is widely acknowledged to be culturally important in Java, Indonesia, and commonly used all across the Asia Pacific, including Malaysia.
Indonesians stormed the tweet, saying that “China is the master of copycat” and took defended their claim on the national pride.
Later on, Xinhua clarified in a Tweet that the technique shown in the video of wax printing is also known as batik, acknowledging that the word batik is of Indonesian origin.
The Chinese word for batik is 蜡染 (là rǎn) which literally translates to wax dye, after the wax-resist dyeing technique. The word batik is derived from Javanese, most likely from the words amba (‘to write’) and titik (‘dot’), after the designs using the aforementioned technique.
Batik has also been recognized as a UNESCO Masterpiece of Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity back in 2009, solidifying its status as a contribution to Javanese culture.
However, while batik is clearly an integral part of Indonesian culture, the techniques, art, and dyes were not necessarily invented there.
Batik Trusmi is a style of batik classically worn by royalty.(Credit: Wonderful Indonesia)
History is less clear about “origins” of things. According to a study, many ancient civilizations have practiced systematic dyeing. After all, ancient Egyptians have had coloured wall hangings as early as 3000BC, about the same time that the Chinese have had systematic dyeing of fabric.
Even the more sophisticated technique of wax-resist dyeing, of which is used to create batik’s colourful patterns and designs using melted wax, has been discovered as early as the Sui Dynasty in China (581-618AD), and later in Japan during the Nara period (710-794AD). Later on, the cloths and craft most likely followed trade routes into Southeast Asia, Middle East, and even Africa.
Yet it is in Java, Indonesia that batik truly developed to great artistic heights. It is not really known exactly when Indonesia began their tradition of making batik, as it predates the country’s written records. Some believe that it was invented natively, as Indonesia has readily available cotton, beeswax, and plants for dye. Others believe that the craft was introduced during the 6th or 7th century from trade with India.
Batik is commonly worn in Indonesia.(Credit: Unsplash/Adli Wahid)
However, just because batik didn’t originate in Java itself doesn’t take away how culturally important the craft is to Indonesians.
Undoubtedly, Indonesian craftsman elevated the art to another level, and its people have widely adopted the use of batik in their culture, in everything from swaddling babies for good luck and shrouding the dead for a peaceful passing. Their whole-hearted adoption of batik into their everyday lives is the reason why batik is so closely associated with the Javanese.
Additionally, batik designs draw inspiration from a variety of influences as well, from Arabic geometry, European floral bouquets, Chinese phoenixes, Japanese cherry blossoms, and even Indian peacocks.
Our world was never separated by drawn lines and mapped borders in the past. Humanity has always been a melting pot of shared cultures, crafts, and trade. Even things that later on become associated with a certain nation may have its roots elsewhere, just like our own palm oil trees that originated from West Africa!
Malaysia’s style of batik is also slightly different and vibrant.(Credit: Tourism Malaysia)
So whether or not batik was invented in Indonesia isn’t as important as the cultural significance the craft has in Indonesia, and by extension to the countries that love and use batik. (Like Malaysia, too!)

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Govt wants to protect forests, but needs state govt help

The federal government might be planning on tightening Malaysiaâ€™s forest conservation laws but needs the state governmentâ€™s help to do so.

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Deputy Water, Land and Natural Resources Minister Tengku Zulpuri Shah Raja Puji said that the ministry is currently working with NGOs to amend the countryâ€™s National Forestry Act, which had not been updated for more than 30 years.
Echoing concerns of deforestation, wildlife protection and the troubling case of plastic pollution, environmental activists are saying that our laws and rules are desperately outdated in the face of the global climate crisis.
Tengku Zulpuri said that the government was considering ideas to introduce laws and measures to stop environmental pollution and encourage nature conservation efforts.

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Based on the Federal Constitution of Malaysia, the highest law in the land, each state essentially owns the lands, forests, fisheries, agricultural, and water resources within its borders and has the authority to decide on its own rules using the National Forestry Act as a guideline.

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The deputy minister said that before any changes can be made or implemented, the federal government would first need to strike a deal with each and every state in the country. (that’s 13, including Sabah and Sarawak…)

â€œThere is still some separation of powers between the federal government and the state authorities.”
â€œIn forestry matters, the state has the full power of enforcement and the power to give permits for logging and such. The federal government can only make policy and monitor.”
Deputy Water, Land and Natural Resources Minister Tengku Zulpuri Shah Raja Puji via Free Malaysia Today
Among the ideas being considered is the inclusion of laws recognizing the publicâ€™s right to a country and an environment that will not harm their health and well-being…
And for better protection and safeguarding of Malaysiaâ€™s flora and fauna by both the state and the federal government.

Earlier in July, several environmental activists along with members of the public gathered for the “Walk Towards a Better Environment” rally, a peaceful march in KL demanding action from the government to better protect and conserve the environment.


â€œNenek Kebayanâ€ caught on social media, got Twitterjaya upset

Translation: Nenek Kebayan is the Malay term for witches or old creepy grandmas.

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A really (plain) picture of a grandma in her hospital gown has gone viral on the internet.
Albeit, the picture was taken at night with dark shadowy cubicles in the background (so maybe yeah la a bit scary).

Disclaimer: Picture shown for context(Pic Credit: Twitter)

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â€” JÎ”T (@EzzatThePublic) July 9, 2019

Originally, the picture was shared on Facebook and caused quite a stir among Netizens.
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Later, the Negeri Sembilan Health Department had come forward to explain the situation and asked to remove this picture.

Dear admin, please delete the picture, below is the explanation and clarification from Jabatan Kesihatan Negeri Sembilan. FYI/A pic.twitter.com/TJ2GaWeZcr
â€” Syazwan Tahir (@syazwantahir) July 10, 2019

We would like to refer to the picture of the senior citizen that was seen walking alone in the said picture.
We are informed that the senior citizen happens to be a patient in one of our hospitals.
In relation to that, to protect the privacy of the patient and her family members, and also to avoid false pretenses by netizens, we request the removal of this picture.

Twitterjaya is now also upset, demanding the photo to be removed as well.

That looks like hantu to y’all? That’s obviously an old lady who is a patient. Delete lah
â€” Inbaraj lah (@Inbarajs) July 9, 2019

Nenek siapa la yang korang aibkan ni? Insaf la sikit. Korang pun ada mak bapak yang akan tua satu hari nanti
â€” Nedumaran E. (@ThosaiThaiSong) July 9, 2019

Whose grandma is this you guys are laughing at?  Please la regret your actions. You all also have parents that will grow old one day.

dah la nenek tu tak pakai tudung, lepastu sesuka hati upload bagi viral tanpa kebenaran. nak reka cerita pun takyah la sampai mengaibkan nenek tu. berapa ribu rt dah dapat, mampu ka tanggung dosa setiap orang yg tengok rambut dia? lol
â€” hudadÃ« (@FNHuda) July 9, 2019

That grandma isn’t even wearing a hijab, after that you nicely upload and make it viral without her consent. If you want to make a story, no need la make fun of her. How many thousand RT did you guys get? Are you willing to bear the sins when people look at her hair? LOL

Thankfully, the original post on Facebook has been removed.
They have also apologised for their action, saying that we should together love old folks, especially since we all will become old one day.

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What does the law say about this?
According to the Malaysian Medical Council (MMC) Guideline, prior consent is needed for photographs.

There may be medico-legal reasons for taking photographs, or audio-visual recordings, as in cosmetic surgery or ablative surgery involving upper or lower limbs.
Such photographs and audio-visual recordings rightfully belong to the patient and if to be retained by the practitioner, further consent must be obtained.
MMC Guideline on Consents
Sorry nenek, but we pray for nenek’s speedy recovery OK.


Covid-19 Positive Voter Fined RM1,000 For Going To Johor Poll Centre

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Today, a dutiful voter was unfortunately fined RM1,000 for inadvertently breaking SOPs during the Johor state election.

The woman, who was under mandatory Covid-19 quarantine, went to the Dewan Kampung Melayu polling centre in Larkin today, 12 March.
She was with her mother to vote for the Larkin state seat and returned home alone.
According to Malay Mail, the woman in her 30s was under the mistaken impression that she could vote in person despite testing positive for Covid-19 and still under home quarantine.
Johor Baru district health inspector Mohd Azrul said the woman’s MySejahtera health status was shown to be in red.
She had to pay an RM1,000 fine and was told to report to the Johor Baru district health office within 14 days. She was also told to go home immediately after getting the compound notice.
Her mistake could be due to the previous announcement by the Health Ministry (KKM), which has since been debunked.
An audio clip shared on 11 March purportedly issued a directive on a method to facilitate voting by Covid-19 positive persons in the Johor state elections.
KKM posted a Facebook post to inform the public to disregard the audio clip and said it had never issued instructions for the Johor elections as claimed.
KKM directed the public to refer to the rules by the Election Commission (EC) and National Security Council (NSC) instead.
READ MORE: Johor State Election: PUI And PUS Voters Can Cast Their Ballots At Polling Stations On 12 March, Says EC

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Kantoi! Johor Waitress Arrested For Faking Covid-19 Test Results To Skip Work

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Usually diarrhoea or severe headache would be the go-to option for folks who don’t feel like going to the office but one teenager in Johor just took it to a new level as she submitted fake Covid-19 test results to skip work.

Based on reports from Malay Mail, the 19-year-old waitress was arrested by the police for submitting the fake result after her employer decided to lodge a report.
Iskandar Puteri district police chief ACP Dzulkhairi Mukhtar said that the 32-year-old employer was given a letter via WhatsApp which says that the waitress contracted the virus and was not able to go to work.
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The police added that the employer had to immediately close his restaurant and went to a clinic together with 12 other workers to take the swab test after receiving the message.
Tests concluded that all of them were negative
It’s reported that the girl – who started working on Monday – admitted to the employer upon questioning that she did it because she was not comfortable being a waitress and didn’t feel like going to work.
The case right now is being investigated under Section 420/468 of the Penal Code for falsifying the test results and the police will seek to remand the girl for further investigation.
According to the Penal Code, Section 420 carries a jail term of not less than one year and not more than ten years – with whipping and a fine while Section 468 has jailtime of up to seven years plus fines.

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Klang Valley ‘Cool’ Spots To Visit For Hot Heads Who Hate Being Stuck In Traffic

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Judging from the significant increase of traffic reported in the recent week, it’s clear that life is slowly returning to normal.

With international borders still closed, domestic tourism is booming with a record amount of visitors reported at various hot spots.
While this is excellent news to our economy (and our sanity!), be prepared for heavy traffic with an expected four million vehicles daily cruising all major highways following the lifting of the ban on interstate travel.
For you Klang Valley folks who don’t like the thought of being stuck in traffic for hours eat into the time you could be enjoying your ‘freedom’ out, just stay in Klang Valley lah!
I mean, there’s so much you can see and do that’s going to give you that holiday feel – without the unnecessary traffic.
Splash it out in Selangor
For those of you who have completed two doses of the Covid-19 vaccination, Selangor state is your oyster for a wet and wild time either with friends, family, or yourself because no one is judging.
What’s the first place you think of when you hear ‘water theme park’? Probably Sunway Lagoon, and while it’s one of Malaysia’s most iconic theme parks, here are few lesser-known ones that are just as exciting.
Read More: Family Fun Continues With Sunway Lagoon Reopening 7 October To The Fully Vaccinated
Bangi Wonderland Theme Park & Resorts
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Surrounded by a recreational forest is a 12-acre water theme park which is ideal for those who are looking to escape the hustle-and-bustle of the city.
There are 14 attractions including thrill slides like the Anaconda Trail, Body Slide, Boomeriang, and Insane Racer just to name a few.
Website: Bangi Wonderland Theme Park & Resorts
Address: 2, Persiaran Bangi Avenue, Bangi Avenue, 43000 Kajang, Selangor, Malaysia
Park Opening Days/Hours:
Monday to Friday: 10 am – 6 pm (Closed on Tuesday)Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays: 11 am – 6 pmThere is currently a special price offer at RM35 available through their website
Waterworld @ I-City
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Part of Shah Alam’s city of mesmerising LED lights, and home to the only place it snows in Malaysia – SnoWalk, is Waterworld with its various slides and pools.
The talk of the town here is the Tornado Ride, which boasts to be the only one in Southeast Asia.
It is not for the faint-hearted, and you’ll need four people to share a rubber tube down the funnel.

Website: Waterworld @ I-City
Address: i-Gallery, Jalan Multimedia 7/Ah, I-City, 40000 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia
Park Opening Days/Hours:
Monday to Friday: 11 am – 6 pm (Closed on Tuesday)Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays: 10 am – 6 pmAdult ticket: RM35Child ticket: RM30
Wet World Water Parks Shah Alam
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Priding itself as a ‘value for money and family-oriented park’, this water park in Shah Alam has been pleasing the masses since 1996.
Of the attractions here, some popular ones include Super Hurricane, Monsoon Buster, Thunder River, and Kiddy Typoon Lagoon.
Website: Wet World Water Parks Shah Alam
Address: No.3A, Persiaran Dato Menteri, Seksyen 2, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Seksyen 14, 40000 Shah Alam, Selangor
Park Opening Days/Hours:
Monday to Sunday: 10 am – 6 pm (Closed on Wednesday, excluding PH and school holidays)Adult ticket: RM37Child ticket (90cm – 130cm): RM32Children below 90cm enter for free.
STOP and remember the SOP
Eventually, we won’t have to remind you but for now, remember visitors should always adhere to the standard operating procedures (SOPs) set by the government such as ensuring physical distancing, wearing face masks at all times in public, and applying hand sanitiser regularly.
For more destinations in Selangor, and to inspire you to make the most of domestic tourism in the state, check out Tourism Selangor’s official website at www.selangor.travel.

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Because Of Omicron, Difflam Lozenges Went From RM16 To RM100 A Box

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Difflam lozenges are among those recommended by doctors to relieve itchy throat due to symptoms from the Covid-19 virus.

These medicated sweets are a necessity to help prevent symptoms of Covid-19, especially for Covid-19 patients and those who are quarantined.
Recently, the price of these lozenges became a concern to netizens.
It was rumoured that Difflam is getting more expensive and even triggered a heated debate among people.
Twitter users started sharing the price of Difflam anti-inflammatory lozenges which is getting more expensive, reaching more than RM100 per box while the original price is around RM16.
Kalau korang beli ada murah ada mahal tu kena tgok jenis. Tp takde lah sampai beratus wehhh. Mahal gilo. Okay so here’s type of difflam lozenges. 1) Difflam AB (around RM 8- RM 10) 2) Difflam (around RM 20- RM 25/box)3) Difflam cough (around RM 29- RM 32/box) https://t.co/eFw1V92iHi— . (@didieey_) March 9, 2022
According to netizens, most of the medicines that are specifically for patients with itchy throat and cough are difficult to buy at drugstores or pharmacies due to limited and dwindling supplies.
People are disappointed that the price has become so expensive to the point of burdening those in need.
People who are sick now have to try traditional medicine because all modern medicines are more expensive.
Previously there was a commotion about the paracetamol drug that had run out of supply since last January, which worried the public, especially Covid-19 patients.

Lozenges are candy-shaped preparations that contain medicine. It contains one or more drugs usually sweet-flavoured. The function of lozenges is to provide relief and comfort over the irritation of the throat cavity.
The active ingredients contained in lozenges provide varying functions. Each brand and type of lozenges also have different active ingredients.
These active ingredients have effects such as analgesic, anaesthetic, antiseptic, antimicrobial and antithesis.

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Johor Floods: Man Killed As Car Swept Away

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The floods in Johor have claimed a life. A man was found dead, believed to have been trapped in a car that was swept away by floodwaters.

Korban pertama banjir di Johor.Seorang lelaki ditemukan maut dipercayai terperangkap dalam sebuah kereta dibawa arus banjir di Kluang, Johor – Polis pic.twitter.com/5ZGKBMkQtW— Mohd Redzuan Abdul Manap (@redzuanNewsMPB) March 1, 2023

The non-stop rain for 24 hours has caused massive floods in some parts of the state.
The number of victims evacuated as of noon today (1 March) stood at 5,878, as reported by The Star.
54 temporary relief centres (PPS) are currently housing 1,575 families, compared to 581 families at 25 centres previously in six districts.
Several hours ago, a boat carrying officers from the Welfare Department (JKM) was swept away by the flood in a palm oil plantation.
Luckily the officers were rescued and no one was injured during the incident.

Pegawai JKM Daerah Batu Pahat terperangkap dalam banjir sebelum diselamatkan apabila kenderaan dinaiki dihanyut banjir di ladang kelapa sawit.Video : JKM pic.twitter.com/Pu8IdPfkIY— Mohd Redzuan Abdul Manap (@redzuanNewsMPB) March 1, 2023

If significant rainfall persists, the Department of Drainage and Irrigation (DID) in a statement said floods are predicted in several areas; Kg Orang Asli Peta, Sg Lenggong at Mile 42 in Kluang, Mersing and Kg Jemari, Sg Mersing and their surrounding areas.
Let us all hope and pray for the safety of the people in Johor.

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Malaysia And Singapore Agree To Recognise Vaccine Certs, One Step Closer To Cross Border Movement

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Neighbours Malaysia and Singapore have agreed to recognize their respective Covid-19 vaccination certificates in the near future to facilitate border movement in both countries, according to Chairman of the National Rehabilitation Council (MPN), Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin.

He was quoted by Berita Harian saying that he has been in contact with the Prime Minister of Singapore, Lee Hsien Loong to discuss the matter and Singapore has agreed to it.
With the Covid-19 situation and vaccination rates in Malaysia and Singapore still unfinished, perhaps he (Hsien Loong) is a bit cautious. Malaysia also wants to go to Singapore because the relationship between the two countries is so close, including for day-to-day business and when the country’s borders can no longer be opened, it becomes a big problem.Chairman of the National Rehabilitation Council (MPN), Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin
Muhyiddin mentioned that currently, only lorries were allowed to enter the country with drivers vaccinated in Singapore.
So, this is one of the things we will refine when it is deemed appropriate and Singapore agrees when vaccination has reached a complete stage. Once the Malaysian and Singaporean vaccination certificates are jointly recognized, it will enable movement between the two countries, including the Thai border and other international borders will also be opened.Chairman of the National Rehabilitation Council (MPN), Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin
He added that all these matters will be taken into account and when the vaccination situation has increased, the country has become safer and district, state and international borders will begin to open.

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Ejen Ali The Movie Flying High To Represent Malaysia On A Global Level

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Malaysia’s very own homemade animated feature film, Ejen Ali The Movie, is gaining international acclaim.
The movie adaptation of one of the country’s most popular children’s animated TV series is in the running for the Best Animated Feature Film Award at the 24th edition of Cartoons on the Bay Pulcinella Awards.
Taking place this December, the Pulcinella Awards is Italian international film festival honoring the best in film, TV and animation.
Ejen Ali The Movie would be competing against 16 other films and be featured among 350 other creative works from 20 different countries.

Not only that, but the movie would also be representing Malaysia at this year’s Asean Film Week 2020 in Vietnam.
The film will be screened for public viewing in Hanoi in celebration of the country’s 2020 Asean Chairmanship to commend the best of Southeast Asia’s creative minds.

Ejen Ali stands as one of Malaysia’s most beloved homegrown children’s cartoons. The original animated TV series centers around the story of a 12-year-old spy named Ali, who is thrust into the world of espionage after being recruited into the top-secret M.A.T.A or the Meta Advance Tactical Agency. Hence the adorable designation of Ejen (Agent) Ali.
The show features incredibly fluid animation, colorfully diverse characters, and is jam packed with action, adventure, and comedy for the whole family.
The movie adaptation which came out in 2019 had made regional waves when it collected over RM30 million in overall box office sales in Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore and Brunei.
In fact, the show had even earned a trophy for Best Short Animated Film at the 28th Malaysian Film Festival (FFM28) in 2016.
The Ejen Ali animated universe is so popular with the kids that it has even garnered its own mobile video game, besides countless other marchandise.
YAY Capitalism!(Google/Ejen Ali Gears)
Check out the trailer for Ejen Ali The Movie if you haven’t seen it yet.

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MCO May Be Extended, To Be Confirmed On 30 March

Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin announced that the National Security Council (NSC) will decide whether it is necessary to extend the movement control order (MCO) past the original date of 31 March 2020.
The NSC will be looking at the data of COVID-19 cases during this time period to determine if there has been significant enough improvement.
During this period, the NSC will also need to determine improvement with cooperation from all parties, especially those from the tabligh gathering.
Over half of all confirmed COVID-19 cases and 60% of deaths are related to the tabligh gathering, so it is essential that all related people are traced properly.
Malaysians have shown progress in social distancing. The Royal Malaysian Police have reported that up to 90% of Malaysians are complying with the MCO. However, there are still a small number of Malaysians who openly defy the MCO and wander around outside anyway.
The NSC has confirmed that once the data is analyzed, they will hold a meeting to decide if the MCO needs to be extended next Monday, 30 March 2020, a day before the original ending date.

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Jealousy Might Be A Motive In Pregnant Woman’s Murder In Kelantan

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The police are not ignoring the possibility that jealousy is the motive in the pregnant woman’s murder in Kampung Repek in Pasir Mas, Kelantan.

Reports stated that the seven months pregnant woman was pregnant with a baby boy. She was also a single mother to three children.
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Harian Metro reported that a 40-year-old male suspect had been arrested to aid in investigations.
The suspect is known to the victim and works as a labourer. He has been remanded for five days starting today until next Thursday for further investigation.
The police urged the public not to make speculations and said the case will be investigated thoroughly.
Kelantan acting police chief Datuk Muhamad Zaki Harun said they’re also investigating whether the victim was killed at the location she was found or in another location.
The police believe the suspect used a .38 automatic pistol based on the bullet shell found in the car.
The distance between the victim’s home and the crime scene is about 15km.
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Sarawak To Reopen Barbershops & Hair Salons Next Week

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Sarawakians will soon be allowed a visit to their local barbers and hairdressers to get some seemingly much-needed tender love and care as the state government will be allowing barbershops and hair salons to reopen across the state starting June 9.
Despite the current ‘haircut ban’ imposed throughout the country, the Sarawak state government will be letting barbershops and hair salons operate, following a strict standard operating procedure (SOP) that will be made public, soon.
As part of the Covid-19 guidelines, citizens will only be allowed to acquire hair-cutting services while other services like facials and massages are still prohibited. (We’re not sure if you’re allowed to get a shave too, but we’ll get back to you on that one…)
Most Malaysians have resulted to cutting their own hair at home during the lockdowns.(Credit: YouTube/olen)
Previously, the federal government said that it would be formulating its own ‘hairy-guidelines’ to allow barbershops and hair salons to reopen as well as prohibiting individuals and businesses from making housecalls during the Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO) period.
Since the start of the lockdowns stakeholders in the hair and beauty industry have voiced their concerns with many refusing to reopen businesses until proper guidelines are in place to ensure public safety, as it’s rather impossible to maintain hygiene and social distancing practices in the business.
Local barbers in face masks.(Credit: Bernama)
However, members of the beauty community including the Malaysian Hairdressing Association (MHA), Malaysian Bumiputera Barber Association (MBBA), Malaysian Indian Hair Dressing Salon Owners Association (MINDAS), and others had since begged the government to allow businesses to reopen as people’s livelihoods were at stake.

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Vaccine Booster Shot Is Now MANDATORY For Sinovac Recipients & Elderly

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All Sinovac recipients must obtain their 3rd vaccine dose (booster shot) by February 2022 or they will no longer be considered “fully vaccinated”, according to Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin.

This means that your MySejahtera status will change from the yellow “Fully Vaccinated” status to white, “Not Fully Vaccinated”, which will restrict your entry into areas like restaurants, shopping malls, stores, and more.
Additionally, all senior citizens above the age of 60, regardless of vaccine taken, must also take the booster shot or they too will no longer be considered fully vaccinated.
This decision was made under the guidance of the World Health Organisation (WHO) and considering the arrival of the Omicron Covid-19 variant in Malaysia.
The proposal was approved at Covid-19-Booster Immunisation Special Task Force (CITF-B) meeting on 8 December 2021.
The mega vaccination centres will be established again for the booster shot roll-out, starting with the Klang Valley.
For those who have taken the Sinovac vaccine, as well as the elderly above 60 years old, do check your MySejahtera for your booster vaccine appointment!
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Security Guard Who Cried Tiger In Hulu Klang Arrested

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Police arrested a 51-year-old security guard for lying about seeing a tiger in Kemensah Heights, Hulu Klang.

Police detained him at a security post in Jalan Tropika, Kemensah 3 after he made the claim which sparked fear among residents.
Ampang Jaya district police chief Assistant Commissioner Mohamed Farouk Eshak confirmed the arrest.
He added that the suspect, a foreigner, did not have a valid work permit.
The suspect is believed to be the person who spread the information about the sighting of the tiger. The police and the Departments of Wildlife and National Park Peninsular Malaysia are still carrying out further investigations into the claims made by the suspect.Assistant Commissioner Mohamed Farouk Eshak on ongoing investigation.
The case is being investigated under Section 6(1)(c) of the Immigration Act 1959/63.

Tiger Fear Haunts Locals
Previously, a 52-year-old resident lodged a police report over an audio message viral via the WhatsApp mobile messaging app.
The audio message that warned the public about sighting a tiger in the neighbourhood was shared multiple times.
Residents were told to stay indoors and not go outside until the tiger is dealt with.

The complainant lodged the report after believing that the claim was not true.
The complainant also highlighted the lack of clear evidence to prove that there was a tiger in the area.
Police are investigating the case according to Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1988.
Don’t Believe In Rumours
Mohamed Farouk reminded the public not to spread false information that would cause the community to worry.
A security guard had claimed that the tiger was sighted near a lamp post at Jalan Tropika, Kemensah 3, around 45 minutes past midnight.
The Selangor Perhilitan Department tried to track down the tiger but failed due to a lack of information.
Zoo Negara had also confirmed that no tiger had escaped from its enclosure.

Can You Fight Off A Tiger?
A human has a slim chance to survive a fight with a tiger, but it is safer to avoid getting into a fight with a tiger altogether.
Once the animal starts engaging, you are pretty much toast.
It’s best to stay mum if you happen to see a tiger.
Be still if possible and try not to get nervous to increase the chance of escape by moving in the opposite direction after the tiger has moved on.

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Meet Saniah, The Woman Who Drives The Big, Red Truck For Ninja Van Malaysia

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Saniah Suman previously worked as a driver for a pest control company. When she decided to change jobs and work in a logistics company as a pick-up driver, she didn’t think she would be breaking a career bias for many women.

Saniah came across a posting as a truck driver for Ninja Van and thought it sounded like an interesting challenge. She applied for the position, and voila, she has been picking up parcels in areas like Semenyih and Cyberjaya for close to 3 years and counting.
Before joining Ninja Van Malaysia, I never thought of joining the logistics industry. I initially chose to work as a driver because it came with flexible working hours, which allows me to have more freedom when working a typical 9 to 5 job.Ninja Van Malaysia pick up driver Saniah Suman told TRP.
Saniah Suman has been driving the truck for two years.
She believes that the logistics service plays an essential role amongst consumers and businesses. When the e-commerce demand grew, she saw it as an opportunity to venture into this role that was stereotypically reserved for men.
When she first joined as a female driver, people around her were quite shocked but they were mostly curious and impressed. A lot of them thought it was a male-dominated career, so they had a good surprise when they saw Saniah jumping out of the driver’s seat of the big, red truck. Saniah said she always found their reactions funny and interesting.
As a woman, there’s a misconception that delivery personnel need to be men who are strong and tough as they perceive the job as manual only. This is probably due to the fact that there’s a lot of physical exertion like picking up goods and parcels. However, the truth is, the job of a delivery driver requires you to be disciplined, systematic, organised, and have people skills more than it requires strength.Ninja Van Malaysia pick up driver Saniah Suman.
Picking up parcels for delivery.
Working with big and heavy parcels can be challenging at times, but Saniah doesn’t see it as a reason to be hesitant about taking up the job.
Other than collecting parcels of varied shapes and sizes, Saniah also trains new drivers and make sure they are familiarized with the processes and SOPs.
Like the other drivers, sometimes she experiences vehicle breakdowns and has to quickly come up with solutions so that the parcel delivery operations aren’t disrupted. Saniah finds her work at Ninja Van Malaysia truly fulfilling and meaningful despite facing some challenges.
If there’s one piece of advice she will like to give to all the girls and women, it’s that everyone has the freedom to express their thoughts and to stand up for who they are.
Choose who you want to be without being constricted by stereotypical-gender views. What we need to bear in mind is that we should trust ourselves and be confident in what we are doing. Embrace and enjoy what you are doing! As the saying goes, “There’s nothing women can’t do. There’s absolutely nothing we can’t do. We’re far stronger in a lot of ways than men.”Ninja Van Malaysia pick up driver Saniah Suman.
Society is slowly pushing aside gender stereotypes on careers, and Ninja Van Malaysia is one of the many companies leading the change.
Saniah isn’t the only female driver in the company. To date, more than 200 female drivers work at Ninja Van Malaysia, and women also make up the warehouse and sort teams.

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Standing in the eyes of the world: 7 M’sian Indians who made us proud

Malaysians are known to have done great things, such as climbing atop Mount Everest, representing the country in international events and winning awards along the way.
To celebrate these awesome people, we’ve rounded up 7 Malaysian Indians who have achieved great things and made all of us proud.
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1. Mahalecthumy Arujanan

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A Klang-born biotechnologist, Mahalecthumy was also placed in the world’s top 100 most influential people in biotech by the Scientific American.
She advocates the involvement of more women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), the importance of science communication, and efforts to make biotechnology accessible.
Besides that, she is also the editor-in-chief of the Petri Dish – Malaysiaâ€™s first science newspaper published by The Malaysian Biotechnology Information Centre (MABIC), a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to creating public awareness of science/biotechnology.
2. Abhimanyu Veerakumarasivam
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Abhimanyu is a geneticist who won the “Best Science Communicator” award at Famelab International 2016 where he beat more than 2,000 scientists from 27 countries in the worldâ€™s biggest science communication competition.
A geneticist, educator, award-winning science communicator and advocate, Abhimanyu has published groundbreaking studies on the genetics of cancer, improving understanding of how cancer cells respond to new forms of therapy.
You can watch his award-winning talk below:

3. Datuk M. Magendran
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 Datuk M. Magendran is the first Malaysian (along with N Mohandas) who climb to the summit of the highest mountain in the world – Mount Everest in 1997.
He has received numerous titles for the feat (including a Datuk-ship) and is the embodiment of the spirit of Malaysia Boleh! – a popular catchphrase in the 90s.
4. Datuk Ambiga Sreenevasan
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Datuk Ambiga is a prominent person in the Malaysian law landscape. She was the President of the Bar Council and former chairperson of BERSIH, which advocates free and fair elections.
She has been involved in the drafting and presenting of several papers and memoranda on issues relating to the rule of law, the judiciary, the administration of justice, legal aid, religious conversion, and other human rights issues.
In 2009, she was honoured with the US International Women of Courage Award for her work in championing the rule of law and advancing human rights, the status of women, and religious tolerance in Malaysia.
5. Govindasamy Saravanan
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Govindasamy is a Malaysian race walker who won the gold at the 1998 Commonwealth Games held in Malaysia.
Besides being first at the Games, he also brought home the gold medal for the Southeast Asian Games in Jakarta in 1997 and also Kuala Lumpur in 1997 in the 50km category.
He is still the only Malaysian to have won gold in the category.
6. Saras Manickam
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Saras Manickam is a writer who was awarded the Asia regional winner in the 2019 Commonwealth Short Story Prize for her story, My Mother Pattu.
Saras beat out 21 other entries in the yearly competition where her work is published on Granta, a site which showcases the world’s best writers – in partnership with Commonwealth Writers.
You can read here story here.
7. Sivasangari Subramaniam
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Sivasangari is a professional squash player who is also the 2018 British Junior Open Champion.
She recently won her 11th Professional Squash Association (PSA) title after winning the 2019 Australian Open womenâ€™s singles title and is the youngest ever national champion.
Sivasangari became the third Malaysian ever to win the Australian Open title since the tournamentâ€™s inception in 1979, a feat which has been done by former world number one (national squash queen) Datuk Nicol David and Low Wee Wern.

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ESCAPE Penang Ranks Third Among Top Asian Theme Parks

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ESCAPE Penang, a retro-eco adventure park located in Teluk Bahang, has yet again achieved a significant milestone. It secured a place among Asia’s top three amusement and water parks, as recognised by TripAdvisor’s Travellers’ Choice 2022 Best of the Best – Asia awards.

This prestigious recognition positions ESCAPE Penang ahead of entities in Hong Kong, Japan, and Dubai, making it the third highest-rated attraction in Asia’s Amusement Parks and Water Parks category. Notably, it is the only theme park in Malaysia with a 5-star rating on TripAdvisor.
Image Credit: Melissa Kho/TRP

Datuk Sim Choo Kheng, the founder and executive chairman of Sim Leisure Group, expressed excitement over ESCAPE Penang’s achievement, considering it was once considered an underdog in the theme park and attractions industry.
During the award presentation ceremony, Penang’s Chief Minister, Chow Kon Yeow, presented the award to Sim, applauding the group for elevating both Penang’s and Malaysia’s tourism industry and expressing delight in seeing a Malaysian brand achieve such recognition while staying true to its ethos and philosophy.
With a track record of creating international theme park projects worldwide, including renowned attractions such as DreamWorks, the John Wick ride in MOTIONGATE ™ Theme Park Dubai, Sea World Abu Dhabi, and recently Six Flags in Saudi Arabia, the group’s standing in the industry is unrivalled.
The brand, rooted in its desire to reconnect visitors with nature and childhood experiences, has grown from its humble beginnings in Penang and is set to establish its presence across the Asia Pacific and the Middle East, in addition to two new ESCAPE parks in Ipoh (set to open in the final quarter of this year) and Cameron Highlands.
The annual Travellers’ Choice awards on TripAdvisor allow real travellers to shape the rankings based on their reviews and opinions. ESCAPE Penang has emerged as a standout, captivating visitors with its innovative and creative offerings. This recognition attests to their ability to deliver a distinctive and unforgettable experience.

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To transform ESCAPE Penang into an experiential destination, the park has recently completed the construction of Base Camp, in line with the brand’s vision. The aim is to not just make ESCAPE Penang a destination but an immersive and experiential one. The Base Camp is also Malaysia’s first pet-friendly travel destination, adding to the allure of ESCAPE Penang’s offerings.
In addition to the award ceremony, guests were treated to an exclusive tour of ESCAPE Penang’s Base Camp. Set amidst 2 acres of pristine wilderness, the Base Camp exemplifies ESCAPE’s mission to foster a deep appreciation for the great outdoors. Equipped with modern comforts such as shower facilities and reliable Wi-Fi access, the camping site offers visitors a safe and comfortable way to embrace the wonders of nature.

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TRP directed a question to Chow, seeking his insights on the effects of Penang’s ban on short-term rental accommodation in light of the growing global demand for such lodging.
Chow responded by highlighting the abundance of alternative lodging options available in Penang, including hotels, homestays, and boutique hotels in the heritage zone, as well as a plethora of serviced apartments catering to tourists. He expressed hope that visitors would have a delightful experience while adhering to the prevailing rules, guidelines, and restrictions — urging them to favour the mentioned types of accommodation.
Sim further contributed to the discussion by sharing his forward-looking perspective. He emphasised that the preferences of future tourists may shift away from traditional hotels, indicating a need to consider evolving trends and changing desires of travellers.
Sim drew a parallel to the emergence of Grab, which initially posed as a competitor to traditional taxi services but ultimately transformed the transportation industry. With a similarly progressive outlook, the group recognises the importance of staying attuned to the evolving landscape to meet the needs of future travellers effectively.

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He also revealed exciting plans for ESCAPE Penang, including the introduction of a new obstacle course, low-impact development initiatives, a military assault course, and new team-building activities. Visitors can also look forward to attractions such as big swings and treehouses, further enhancing the adventure and excitement at ESCAPE Penang.
As ESCAPE Penang continues to evolve and expand, it undoubtedly has a bright future ahead — further solidifying Penang’s position as a must-visit destination for thrill-seekers and nature enthusiasts.
This accolade not only places Penang and Malaysia on the world map but also solidifies ESCAPE Penang’s reputation as a leading adventure destination, exemplifying the power of a homegrown brand in revolutionising the tourism industry.

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Bank Loan Moratorium Extended For Selected Groups, Says PM

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The government has agreed to extend the targeted moratorium for those who are still reeling financially from the effects of Covid-19, Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin announced today.

For individuals, the moratorium will be given depending on their current situation:
Those who lost their jobs in 2020 and are still looking for a job, the moratorium for them will be extended for 3 months and can further be extended according to the individual’s situation.For those who are working but suffer from pay cuts, the monthly repayment amount for loans will be lowered according to how much salary has been decreased for 6 months. Borrowers can ask for extension depending on their pay at the end of the period.
As of 20 July, he said more 7.7 million borrowers or 93% Malaysians have benefited from the moratorium which is worth RM38.3 billion.
He also announced that banks will commit on helping individuals and SME borrowers such as hawkers or the self-employed with initiatives such as:
Only pay the interest for a period of time.Extend the loan period to reduce the monthly repayment amountGive other exemptions until the borrower has reached financial stability.
In March, the government announced a six-month moratorium to alleviate the burdens of Malaysians who are struggling from the impact of Covid-19.
The pandemic has crippled many sectors as the government enforced the Movement Control Order (MCO) on March 18 due to an increase in the number of cases.

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[Watch] 7 Students Brawl In Sepang School, Insults And Blows Traded

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7 secondary schoolboys from a school in Sepang, Selangor were involved in a scuffle after a form four student allegedly taunted one of his juniors.

A recording of the incident, which was recorded by a student at the same school, went viral on social media.
According to Sepang district police chief ACP Wan Kamarul Azran Wan Yusof, the school principal had alerted the Voluntary Patrol Unit (PPS) officers regarding the incident at 11.05am.
Budak-budak sekolah bergaduh, berusaha cikgu cuba leraikan.India vs melayu, cemeraman Cina.Budak-budak ni lupa nak makan benda ni https://t.co/V37vPkM3HP tu yang bebal semacam pic.twitter.com/3pb8f4qkmh— MALAYSIA MOST VIRALL (@MALAYSIAVIRALL) April 7, 2022
He said that two PPS officers responded to the call and went to the school before giving stern warnings and advice to the students involved in the fight.
Wan Kamarul Azran also added that based on the investigation by the PPS officers and the teachers at the school, prior to the brawl, a form four student taunted a form three student during recess before the junior retaliated.
No students were injured during the brawl and all the seven students involved in the fight admitted their mistakes.
“All the students involved in the fight apologised to one another and vowed not to repeat the matter,” he said, adding that no police reports were lodged against the students.
Wan Kamarul Azran however said that the students will be dealt with disciplinary actions by the school.

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Charles & Keith Viral Girl Zoe Gets Free Bags For Her Inspiring Act

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Recently, Zoe Gabriel, the teenager in Singapore who went viral on TikTok for her Charles & Keith (C&K) video, also did an unboxing video of free bags from the brand. Her video hit 6 million views and 812K likes at the time of writing.

After Zoe and her dad were invited to go on a tour of the C&K headquarters where they also met its founders, Zoe received two free bags from them as gratitude for how gracefully she handled cyberbullies in her viral video.
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She received two bags from C&K; a personalised Gabine bag in white and a Charlot Bag in black.
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She posted the TikTok video to express her gratitude to her followers and the public for supporting her. Many congratulated her and expressed how happy they felt for her.

How did she get there?
The TikToker was first criticized for labelling a C&K bag a luxury brand. Then, she did another video addressing the mean comments by saying that the bag was a gift from her dad and he worked very hard for it.
Her videos went viral and many people – worldwide, started to show support for her, agreeing that luxury is indeed subjective.
READ MORE: [Watch] Girl Shamed For Calling Charles & Keith Bag A Luxury Brand Talks About Privilege
Not only did her videos attract international eyes, but they also attracted the founders of C&K.
READ MORE: Teenager Criticized By Netizens Over ‘Luxury’ Bag Gets An Invite By Charles & Keith
This goes to show that not everyone has the same understanding of luxury. Some items may not cost thousands of dollars (or ringgit) but it’s the appreciation of the items that makes them a luxury for some.
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You Are Now A Free Person – Judge Tells Sam Ke Ting

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Sam Ke Ting is now a free woman following the Court of Appeal’s decision to free her in the modified bicycle or “basikal lajak” case.

The clerk was freed of a reckless driving charge linked to the death of 8 teen cyclists in Johor in 2017.
As reported by several news portals, in a unanimous decision, a 3-judge panel allowed Sam’s appeal on the grounds that the charge was defective.
Justice Hadhariah Syed Ismail, according to The Vibes, said there was confusion by the prosecution when the case was at the Magistrate’s Court.
In this case, the charge was incorrect and defective, similar to the conviction, which is also defective. So both procedures did not follow the law.Justice Hadhariah Syed Ismail
Meanwhile, Malay Mail reported that the 28-year-old said that she is still haunted by the incident that claimed the lives of eight teenagers seven years ago.
When met by the press, she also addressed the families of the deceased to apologise and mentioned their names one by one.
As reported by The Star, Sam said:
I admit that I was the one driving and caused the demise of your beloved children. However, I did not intend for the accident to happen. But what I say here may not be enough to bring peace to your lives, which I believe is struggling with feelings you should not have felt. My words may not bring them back to you but I would like to say that I, too, carry the burden of this tragedy. I sincerely apologise, although I realise and understand it may be hard for you to forgive me.Sam Ke Ting
On 13 April last year, the Johor Bahru High Court convicted and sentenced her to six years’ jail for dangerous driving which caused the death of eight teenagers riding modified bicycles in Johor Bahru in 2017. She was also fined RM6,000, or six months’ jail in default.

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Michelle Yeoh Pays Homage To Her Late Father With Oscar Statuette

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Tan Sri Michelle Yeoh has returned to Malaysia with the Oscar statuette.

She presented the gold-plated statuette to her 83-year-old mother, Janet Yeoh, and brought it to pay homage to her father Datuk Yeoh Kian Tiek.
Michelle Yeoh, who made history at the Oscars and became the first Asian woman actress to win the honour, announced her return on Facebook.

Michelle Yeoh also uploaded two photos; one is her mother holding the statuette trophy brought back by her.
The other is her bringing the statuette to her father’s grave.
It is understood that Michelle Yeoh returned to Ipoh to visit the grave last weekend.
She is currently not in Ipoh and may have flown to Hong Kong.
She will fly back to Kuala Lumpur to attend a fan meeting at Pavilion Kuala Lumpur on 18 April.
Tan Sri Michelle Yeoh’s HOMECOMING Public Fanmeet at Pavilion KL on the 18th April, 2023!!👍🏻👍🏻Mark your calendar!! 谁会去的的请举手🙋🏻♀I want to go but my work needs ME✌🏻😆😆@leilei1118 pic.twitter.com/IKDQelO6pL— Vivian alias L.Y.T.✌ (@Jenovi6) April 8, 2023
Michelle Yeoh, whose real name is Yeoh Choo Kheng, won best performance by an actress in a leading role for ‘Everything Everywhere All at Once’ at the Oscars.
The 61-year-old is among six Asians who have earned acting Oscars in the awards’ 95-year history, alongside Vietnam-born Ke Huy Quan.
READ MORE: What Did Michelle Yeoh Say After Receiving Her Oscar?

The previous Asian winners of acting Oscars were Miyoshi Umeki (Sayonara), Ben Kingsley (Ghandi), Haing S.Ngor (The Killing Fields) and Yuh-Jung Youn (“Minari).

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Brazilian gang leader tried to walk out of prison disguised as a teenage girl (Video)

A Brazilian gang leader had planned an audacious prison break by disguising himself as a teenage girl.
Clauvino â€œShortyâ€ da Silva tried to escape his incarceration at the Bangu prison in Rio de Janeiro by taking on the appearance of his 19-year-old daughter by wearing a spooky silicon mask and wig, complete with a cute outfit to match.
Shorty was reportedly serving a 73-year sentence for drug trafficking charges.

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Apparently, the 42-year-old had planned to simply walk out the front door of the facility, leaving the girl, who was there on a visit, to take his place.
However, the convictâ€™s attempt at freedom was foiled when prison guards caught on to the scheme as the “man” tried to leave.
A video released by Brazilian authorities shows the creepy reveal of Shorty’s daring escape attempt.

O traficante Clauvino da Silva, condenado a 73 anos e 10 meses de prisÃ£o, foi pego hoje tentando escapar de Bangu 3. Ele usava mÃ¡scara, peruca e roupas femininas. pic.twitter.com/GjJYxfL6vn
â€” Deputado Peninha (@deputadopeninha) August 3, 2019

The footage shows the â€œgirlâ€ unmasking â€œherselfâ€ revealing the true identity of the short muscular man underneath.

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Brazilian authorities are currently investigating the matter to determine whether his actual daughter had any involvement in the escape plot and if anyone else was involved in the plan.
Shorty was reportedly the leader of Brazilâ€™s notorious Red Command which is labelled as one of the most dangerous and powerful criminal gangs in South America.
And Shorty was no stranger to prison breaks too…

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Previously, the gang leader had been among the 30 prisoners who had fled the Instituto Penal Vicente Piragibe prison by crawling through sewers back in 2013, but was soon caught.
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This just goes to show the lengths someone would go to escape life behind the bars of a prison cell…


Kedah Government Turmoil – Everything You Need To Know

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The week-long Kedah state government turmoil has been a long and confusing journey. So here’s a summary of everything that happened to understand what’s happening.
11 May, Monday – Kedah Deputy Speaker Juhari Bulat told Malay Mail that it will not be easy for PAS and Umno to get two assemblymen to jump over to form a new state government.
In reality, it will be difficult to get even one assemblyman to switch over.Juhari Bulat, Kedah Deputy Speaker &  Ayer Hangat assemblyman (Bersatu) to Malay Mail.
12 May, Tuesday – Sidam assemblyman Dr Robert Ling Kui Ee and Lunas assemblyman Azman Nasrudin announce their decision to quit Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) at a joint press conference at 12.30 pm.
Lunas assemblyman Azman Nasrudin (left) and Sidam assemblyman Robert Ling Kui Ee (announced on May 12, 2020 that they are leaving Parti Keadilan Rakyat.(Credit: Bernama)
At the press conference was streamed live on Facebook, the two assemblymen claimed they had lost confidence in the party and its leader Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
They then pledged their allegiance to Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin, giving reason that his handling of the Covid-10 pandemic is proof of his ability to lead the country.

Questions begin circulating on Pakatan Harapanâ€™s (PH) grip on the 36- seat Kedah state assembly where their 19 seats (PKR – 7 ,Bersatu – 6, Amanah – 4, DAP – 2) drop to 17 seats.
PAS holds 15 seats while UMNO has 2, totalling 17 seats.
Malaysiakini reports Kedah Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Mukhriz Mahathir from Bersatu said that the status quo remains until the next general election as there is a consensus with Kedah governmentâ€™s opposition leader Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor.
Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor, Jeneri assemblyman & PAS member.(Credit: Facebook)
Mukriz also said that PAS Kedah had the blessings of their party leaders to not rush into changing the state government.
However, by late afternoon, Muhammad Sanusi announced the formation of the Perikatan Nasional (PN) state government with the support of 23 assemblymen.
In a press conference also live-streamed on Facebook, the PAS assemblyman said that the 23 assembleymen (PAS – 15, Bersatu – 4, BN – 2, ex-PKR – 2) had lost confidence in the leadership of Mukhriz Mahathir as Kedahâ€™s menteri besar.
With the loss of confidence, Pakatan Harapan’s is no longer in power as the Kedah state government, effective immediately. Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor, PAS.
Muhammad Sanusi also said that PNâ€™s federal leaders will decide on their choice of menteri besar.

13 May, Wednesday – Mukhriz says he feels betrayed by “friends” at state and federal level.
Speaking to reporters at a press conference in Alor Setar, he said all parties should be focusing on addressing the Covid-19 pandemic instead of politicking during the Ramadan.
However, he asserts that he is still the menteri besar of Kedah.
Mukhriz Mahathir, Menteri Besar of Kedah, for now.(Credit: Choo Choy May/Malay Mail)
14 May, Thursday – Anwar Ibrahim says he’s not surprised by the two PKR reps who quit, saying they’ve been throwing tantrums for a year.
Speaking at a Facebook live session in the morning, he said that Dr Robert Ling and Azman Nasrudin do not cooperate with the party, refusing to attend party meetings including the PKR state council meetings.

Later that night The Star reports Dr Robert Ling dismissing the treat of a RM10 million lawsuit by PKR for quitting the party.
The suit just ‘dies’ after a point.Dr Robert Ling, Sidam assemblyman.
15 May, Friday – Nineteen Kedah assemblymen from the opposition bench meet the state ruler Sultan Salehuddin Sultan Badlishah in the morning.
By 1pm, all 23 assemblymen have met the Sultan and signed statutory declarations stating their loss of confidence in the leadership of Menteri Besar Mukhriz Mahathir.
Though the assemblymen kept mum about the meeting to press, PAS aligned newspaper Harakah Daily reported that the meeting went well.
PN assemblymen who met the Sultan of Kedah at Wisma Darul Aman, Alor Setar this morning.(Credit: Berita Harian)
At 3pm, the Sultan will meet 12 PH assemblymen. It is reported that Mukriz will not attend this meeting.
It is expected that the Sultan will announce the fate of the Kedah state government soon.

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This New Merdeka Short Film Is A Powerful Reminder Of How Malaysians Have Always Been Resilient & Strong

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This year has been a tough one for many Malaysians, but one particularly inspiring Merdeka advertisement is reminding us of how powerful and resilient we’ve always been.

The Celcom MeReka Merdeka short film features the tale of two generations nearly a century apart, but bound by a common purpose – bracing the pandemic.
This inspiring film centres around the revolutionary invention of Penangite Dr Wu Lien-Teh during the 1910 Manchurian plague – the first medical mask that protected its users from bacteria and other airborne contaminants, widely acknowledged as the precursor to today’s N95 mask.
Screenshot from Celcom Axiata/YouTube
READ MORE: The Original N95 Type Mask Was Designed By A Malaysian
Dr Wu’s challenging journey is then paralleled with a contemporary Malaysian who also goes through a similar journey of creation during this year’s Covid-19 pandemic – all set to a hauntingly patriotic rendition of Negaraku.
Screenshot from Celcom Axiata/YouTube
According to Marketing Interactive, the film was created in collaboration with Passion Pictures and Watermelon Studios, taking a full three months to produce.
The inspiring ad is actually an extension of Celcom Axiata’s Celcom MeReka Merdeka initiative, where Malaysians are invited to create and submit their own face mask design.
These designs will then be made available to the public for pre-order, thereby creating a new revenue stream for those who need it most.
Celcom is also collaborating with social enterprise Earth Heir and M&C Saatchi to produce reusable face masks in a sanitised workshop and hand sewn by artisans from marginalised communities.
Aside from that, the telco has also invited talented Malaysian artists to create their very own limited-edition face mask designs, including fashion designer and feminist Alia Bastamam, ‘Covid-19 Heroes‘ mural artist Suhaimi Ali, popular graffiti artist Chern Cloakwork, and the super talented henna artist Karthine Maniam.
Credit: Celcom
To find out more about the Celcom MeReka Merdeka initiative, check out their website (HERE).
In the meantime, have a look at their powerful merdeka short film below and be prepared to tear up:

Selamat Hari Merdeka!

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Sabahans Remind West Malaysians (Again) That Not Everything Is About Race In Sabah Elections

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Earlier today, the political party DAP announced their candidates for Sabah elections.

Calon-calon DAP yang akan bertanding dalam PRN kali ini di bawah logo Warisan. 💪 #MantapSabahBaru #PRNSabah2020 #SabahMemilih pic.twitter.com/VR2wj9vy61— DAP Malaysia (@dapmalaysia) September 12, 2020
Plenty of West Malaysians were quick to point out the lack of diversity in candidates, claiming that there was a lack of Malay candidates and questioning why those selected were all of Chinese ethnicity.
In fact, some even began a baffling “pureblood” rhetoric, as if we were all wizards in Harry Potter hiding from the Muggle world.
My fellow Malayans, tolong jangan buat malu kita 🤢 pic.twitter.com/qdieqpuCb7— Azmir the pure-blood libtard (@azmirliberty) September 13, 2020
Naturally, this drew the ire of actual East Malaysians, of whom these candidates may actually represent, and who would feel the direct impacts of their candidacy. And in an absolutely non-ironic twist of fate, these candidates were, in fact, Kadazan-Dusun.
JANNIE LASIMBANG AND PETER SAILI ARE BOTH KADAZAN DUSUN HALLAMAKKK JUST SHUT UP LAA DARIPADA JADI PALATAO BEGINI💀— Renda (@jkt48fidly) September 14, 2020
East Malaysians, in turn, began to question why West Malaysians must always bring up the race issue, even to matters that have no relation to them. In particular, East Malaysians proudly defended the diversity they have that extends beyond the Malay-Chinese-Indian ethnicities and includes those of indigenous tribes.
oh… not west malaysians embarassing themselves by bringing in their divisive racial issues in Sabah 💀💀💀— mahirah #UndiSabah (@bymahirah) September 14, 2020
I wonder if you guys ever come to Sabah? To those who only know to talk only without having ever step up in here. Pure blood ka, half blood ka, mix blood ka. It doesn’t matter in here. Jangan bawa sentimen perkauman ke Sabah. Remember, Malaysia is multiracial country.— ©Albert Adrian (@aag5517) September 14, 2020
1. Sabahan dont care about race2. Google DAP’s candidates ethnicity3. Malayan concept of Malay supremacy dont exist in Sabah https://t.co/e4tKgoH8iL— Ismad Morningstar (@ismadfirdaus) September 13, 2020
At this point, “pureblood” ethnicities have evolved into a joke.
The only pure blood Chinese know is in this bowl. pic.twitter.com/2TTybJYKti— yoong (@yoongkhean) September 14, 2020
(The above Tweet refers to pork blood pudding in curry mee, by the way.)
Perhaps this is a good time for West Malaysians to take note of how Sabahans are truly living up to Malaysia’s multiracial name and not making everything a racial issue.
Shafie Apdal. Sabah. Resolutely in the centre. pic.twitter.com/w57WSyIg7v— Karim Raslan (@fromKMR) September 13, 2020

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MKN’s Official Raya Aidilfitri 2021 SOP As Of 11 May (In English)

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For your convenience, we’ve translated to English the latest Hari Raya Movement Control Order (MCO) standard operating procedure (SOP) released by the National Security Council (MKN). This translation is provided “As Is” so please refer to the original document (linked at the bottom) where necessary.

Notes:
Includes
All mosques, suraus and areas declared in the Movement Control Order (MCO).Implementation in the Federal Territories and references implementation in other states.
Prohibited Activities
Please refer to the matters listed in the List of Prohibited Activities (Negative List) in the MCO SOP.
Fixed Instructions
Regulation 16 of PU(A) 225/2021.Emergency (Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases) (Amendment) Ordinance 2021.Subject to the ruling issued by the National Security Council (MKN) and the Ministry of Health (KKM), Local Authorities and state religious authorities.Other instructions issued from time to time by the Health Director-General.

Operating Times
The time is according to the activities carried out.
Number of Congregation/Participants allowed
What is appropriate in accordance with the provisions in this SOP and by state religious authorities with physical distancing and compliance with the SOP.

ACTIVITIES AND PROTOCOLS
AIDILFITRI SUNNAH PRAYER AND HARI RAYA TAKBIR

Hari Raya Takbir
Hari Raya Takbir in a mosque or surau is ALLOWED for mosque or surau committee members only.Takbir activities from house-to-house are NOT ALLOWED.
Aidilfiti Sunnah Prayer
ALLOWED in a mosque or surau with the number of worshipers according to the following regulations:Mosques with a capacity of more than 1,000 people: Maximum limit of 50 worshipersMosques with a capacity of fewer than 1,000 people: Maximum limit of 20 worshipersMosques or suraus listed in the Hotspot Identification for Dynamic Engagement (HIDE) list must take intervention action, namely implementing premise sanitation, improve control and monitoring of congregation compliance and implement premise closure if directed by the District Health Officer after the risk assessment is conducted.
Banquet After Hari Raya Sunnah Prayers
NOT ALLOWED
HARI RAYA CELEBRATION ACTIVITIES
Hari Raya Visiting Programs
NOT ALLOWED
Visiting Of Cemeteries
NOT ALLOWED
Open Houses or Hari Raya Banquets
NOT ALLOWED
Contagion and Infection Control
Set up a counter at the entrance of the mosque or surau to check body temperature, hand sanitation and congregation attendance records.Entrances should be limited in number to facilitate control.Increase the number of exits to reduce congestion for the dispersal of the congregation.Regularly sanitize the prayer room and the surrounding area, including toilets and ablution rooms.The use of toilets should be limited according to the number of toilet rooms available at one time.Individuals with a temperature above 37.5 C as a fever or symptoms are not allowed to enter the mosque or surau and need to seek treatment at a health facility.
Control and Detection
The mosque or surau committee must have sufficient staff to assist in the control of the congregation.The use of the MySejahtera application is mandatory in areas of widespread internet access. The use of congregation attendance registration books is only allowed in areas where there is no internet coverage or other on reasonable grounds (senior citizens, absence of smartphones, etc.).The mosque or surau committee must ensure that only congregations with low-risk status in MySejahtera, are allowed to enter the mosque or surau.
Congregational Management
The mosque or surau shall establish a task force to control the congregation who attend the mosque or surau.
Congregational Ethics
Avoid 3S: that is, avoid crowded, narrow areas and close chats.Practice 3W: that is, wash your hands often (wash), MUST wear a face mask (wear), and follow the MOH warning (warn).Must take ablution at home, but allowed to renew it at the mosque or surau.Must bring their own prayer mat.Avoid shaking hands and touching others who are present.Must enter and exit the mosque by taking turns in an orderly manner and keep the distancing under control.Should disperse in a calm state.

For more information, you can take a look at the official SOPs in Bahasa Malaysia, or check out the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases (Measures within Infected Local Areas) (Movement Control) Regulations 2021.

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77% Of SPM Candidates Fail Or Receive Grade E In 2022 Results

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The SPM results for 2022 revealed that 77% of candidates either failed or received a Grade E.

Of the 373,974 candidates who sat for the exam, only 10,109 received straight As, 2.7% of the total candidates.
The high percentage of candidates who received a Grade E or failed has raised concerns about the education system in Malaysia.
A breakdown of the key statistics in the latest SPM result. (Pix: Ministry Of Education)
Many call on the Ministry of Education to be more transparent about the minimum passing marks for all SPM subjects and the mark percentage required to qualify for an A+ or an A.
Tak kan lah selama ni orang tak tahu. Pemarkahan SPM tu rahsia dan tiada ‘spesifik’ skala gred pun dalam mana2 SPM. Sebab skala gred tu akan bergantung kepada markah student tu sendiri. Skala SPM untuk setiap subjek tak akan sama. https://t.co/iMDOQprn4B— FiAz 🌈 (@HafiszahHusin) June 12, 2021
Calls For Transparency From The Ministry Of Education
Critics argue that having many citizens with higher intellectual and academic training is crucial for developing the economy and society.
The results also highlight the need for more examinations to monitor future citizens’ progress in their academic training.
The abolishment of UPSR and PMR exams has also come under scrutiny, with many suggesting that more public examinations are needed to gauge how students progress throughout their academic journey.
The Ministry of Education has yet to respond to these concerns, but many are calling for immediate action to address the issues raised by the 2022 SPM results.
bring back upsr pt3 sial biar takut sikit bebudak ni https://t.co/oTTVlmU21Y— ؘ (@ar1fer) June 10, 2023
High Number Of Students Failing In Bahasa Malaysia And Sejarah
While there were reportedly 10,000 students who received straight A’s, there were also 70,000 who failed in Bahasa Malaysia or Sejarah, and possibly both.
Despite efforts to improve the curriculum and support students, many still struggle with basic reading and spelling skills, making it difficult for them to succeed in these subjects.
This issue has been a concern for many educators and parents, as it can have long-term consequences for students’ academic and professional prospects.

One possible solution that has been suggested is to simplify the curriculum and focus on core skills such as reading, spelling, and arithmetic in the early years of primary school.
This approach could help ensure students have a strong foundation in these essential skills before moving on to more complex subjects.
Addressing The Root Causes: Economic, Social, And Linguistic Factors
However, it’s important to note that other factors may contribute to these subjects’ high failure rates.
For example, economic and social factors may affect students’ ability to succeed in school.
Additionally, cultural or linguistic barriers may make it difficult for some students to grasp the material.
Despite these challenges, many educators and policymakers are working to find solutions to improve the education system in Malaysia and ensure that all students have the opportunity to succeed.
This includes efforts to provide more support for struggling students, improve teacher training, and develop new approaches to teaching and learning.
Kadang tak sambung belajar ada byk faktor, bukannya sebab gagal SPM Ramai je yg celik ilmu cuma takde sebuah scroll dan ianya bukanlah pengukur kebijaksanaan seseorang https://t.co/aETCTpl7MF— bestrongforyourself (@iezasevda) April 20, 2023

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What Happens When Your Child Asks You Why Malay Muslims Don’t Eat During Ramadan? Lee Chong Wei Shares An Answer

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Living in Malaysia is a life of tolerance, preached national badminton star Datuk Lee Chong Wei when confronted with an interesting question about Malays, Muslims and the month of Ramadan by his eldest son, Kingston.

Eight-year-old Kingston or ‘Koko’ as his family affectionately calls him, had asked his parents why his Malay friends did not join the others for lunch during recess hour at school.
“At recess, my friends and I shared food and drinks. But my two best friends, Syihan and Amil didn’t want to eat. Why?” wrote Chong Wei on Facebook, reenacting the conversation between himself, his wife Datin Wong Mew Choo and their inquisitive child.
leechongweiofficial/Facebook
The boy had wondered out loud why the teacher had told him and his classmates to eat separately from some of their friends and if he had done anything wrong to warrant such action.
Chong Wei went on to explain to Koko the significance of fasting for Muslims during the holy month of Ramadan.
“You haven’t done anything wrong. Your friends have started fasting and the teacher asked you to eat by the corner to show respect for your friends,” professed the father, admitting that he had failed to properly educate the boy regarding the subject.
He continued by saying that Koko must learn to be tolerant of others and help get his friends to show support for their Muslim buddies who are fasting.
Rebellious rascal
Having a little fight in him, Koko challenged his father’s ideals and wondered why he should care about what other people do.
“I eat on my own, their fasting, it’s their problem,” said the child. But before Chong Wei could reply, his wife Mew Choo – who’s also a former national badminton player – stepped in to teach their son a quick lesson.
“Before I could get angry, Mew Choo’s hand had already swiftly landed on my son’s arm. I’m well aware that she can land a smash, but this was fast.”
The mother went on to tell Koko, who was said to be crying at this point, that tolerance and unity works out for everyone’s benefits, in a way that a child would understand.
If we didn’t tolerate each other, you won’t be friends with Amil and Syihan. Imagine if we were intolerant, you’d get yelled at if you play fireworks during Chinese New Year. Your Indian friends won’t get to have their Thaipusam parades. If we don’t respect each other, it would be impossible for shopping malls in KL to have Christmas trees for Christmas. We won the Thomas Cup was because of tolerance and unity.Said Mew Choo to her child as told by Chong Wei on Facebook
Needless to say, little Koko learned a valuable lesson that having respect and empathy for others makes for a colourful life, such as the one we enjoy here in Malaysia.
You can check out the Chong Wei’s family drama for yourself on Facebook.

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Self control will prevent May 13 repeat, says senior journalist

Half a century after tragedy struck Kuala Lumpur, Berita Harian Executive Editor Badrul Hizar Ab Jabar, advocates self control and reminds Malaysia to unite this May 13th.
His commentary piece entitled Kawal diri, jangan bermain api perkauman (Self control, don’t play with the fire of racial issues) was written in Bahasa Malaysia and published on BHOnline.

Akibat perasaan bongkak dengan kuasa serta penghinaan kepada kaum lain, sektor keselamatan, ekonomi dan kestabilan politik negara kucar-kacir.
Because of arrogance with power as well as insults to other races, the countryâ€™s safety, economy and political stability were in chaos.
Badrul Hizar Ab Jabar
Badrul Hizar wrote that race and religion are two matters that are extremely fragile.
In this current era of Social Media and Facebook, viral videos and pictures shared and commented on freely are only instigating an undercurrent of conflict.

Golongan ini mungkin berasa diri mereka wira atau pejuang kaum dan agama, tetapi pendekatan itu hanya menimbulkan rasa tidak selesa dalam hubungan antara kaum. These people (the Non Governmental Bodies (NGOs)) that represent racial and religious backgrounds may feel like heroes, but that approach is causing an uncomfortable feeling in inter-racial relationships.
 Badrul Hizar Ab Jabar
He also highlighted that there are politicians and political parties that thrive on these sentiments.
Badrul’s walk down memory lane to this tragic time was a reminder to prompt us, the current generation, to take measures to prevent May 13 from ever reoccurring.

Banyak petunjuk kebelakangan ini cukup membimbangkan.
Recently, there are many red flags.
 Badrul Hizar Ab Jabar
He urges authorities to be more vigilant in monitoring any divisive connotations or nuances that can lead to the countryâ€™s disintegration.
Though generally, he believes that it is a shared responsibility of the people to uphold our countryâ€™s unity.

Peristiwa hitam ini harus jadi iktibar supaya rakyat berbilang kaum dan pegangan agama dapat bergerak lebih dekat kepada perpaduan antara kaum dan integrasi nasional.
This tragedy must be a lesson so the rakyat from all races and religions to continue to move toward unity between the races and national integration.
  Badrul Hizar Ab Jabar
Badrul believes that by having self control especially when dealing with racial and religious issues, we can preserve this countryâ€™s prosperity and growth.
Pic Credit: Blog
Source via:1. Berita Harian, May 13, 2019 (Kawal diri, jangan bermain api perkauman)


[Watch] All For TikTok Views, Johor Teens Get Arrested After Dumping Laundry Detergent In Kluang Parade

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A group of teenagers who were out for fame on TikTok were caught pouring laundry detergent into a pond in Kluang Parade, Johor.

One of the teens poured laundry detergent from a bag into the whole pond.
While he did that, his friend gathered the soapy water with a plastic bag from the other end of the pond and threw it on the ground.
The bag filled with soapy water splattered on the floor but none of them bothered to clean up their mess.
Once they were done with what they came to do, they rode off in their motorcycles.

Unfortunately, the mall management passed the CCTV recording to the police and the teens were arrested.
Sin Chew Daily reported that the police arrested eight teens aged between 16 and 19 after they turned themselves in at Sri Lalang police station around 9.30pm on Tuesday, 22 March. Three of the teenagers are still in school.
The teens carried out their stunts around 5.30am last Sunday (20 March).
The police said the teens tested negative for drugs and are charged under Section 427 of the Penal Code for destroying public property and causing mischief.
According to Harian Metro, the police reminded everyone that anyone caught for vandalism and destroying public property can be charged according to the law without compromise.

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The Americas Are Under Threat Of A ‘Food Pandemic’

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With the threat of a deadly viral plague still looming around, the American continent is now at the face of a “hunger pandemic”.
The United Nations (UN) warns that more than 80 million people living in extreme poverty in Latin America and the Caribbean are under threat of starvation as the Covid-19 pandemic ravages the global economy.
UN’s World Food Programme (WFP) is calling for international solidarity in order to protect the people living within the region.
Experts say that the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic may result in the largest Gross Domestic Product (GDP) drop in countries within the region, pushing more people into unemployment, poverty and creating severe food insecurities as people have no money to buy food.
People are also being forced to opt for cheaper foods that have less nutritional value.
Farming and agriculture has also taken a big hit from climate change.(Credit: Union of Concerned Scientist)
To counter this problem, the UN proposes the implementation of an Emergency Basic Income (EBI) to help support people living in extreme poverty.
Calling it the Anti-Hunger Grant (AHG) the aid program would provide assistance via means of cash, food baskets or food stamps to 70% of the population living in the regional extreme poverty line for a period of six months.
The grant would include measures to ensure households in the region to not only have access to good, nutritious foods but would also keep the global food trade going by supplementing local economies.
The WFP has so far delivered around 70 metric tonnes of humanitarian supplies to 27 countries in the region.

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Aunt Pleads For Help To Find Hit And Run Biker Who Severely Injured Nephew

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A dinner session for one family turned into a nightmare after their five year old son was hit by a motorcyclist who ran the red light in Uptown Puchong recently.

Twitter user @keensalleh shared the sad tale on social media, asking for anyone with video proof or any proof at all regarding the incident to step forward and help her family.
I am making this thread with hope that Malaysians will help this go viral. Maybe with the power of viralled tweets my family and I may find the irresponsible person. Hit and run case in front of Uptown Puchong at 2am on April 20.@keensalleh via Twitter

https://twitter.com/keensalleh/status/1648855448089673730?s=20

In a series of tweets, she shared that her family, including the child, Ikhwal Adnin, were on the way to their car after dinner when the incident took place.
The roads were clear and the cars were stopped at the red light. They were almost reaching their car when suddenly a Kawasaki RR motorcycle raced out into the road, knocking my nephew in the process. The man had no helmet on and had a big figure. My five year old nephew was thrown across the road and as his father raced towards the motorcyclist, the man turned to look at the scene behind him and sped off.@keensalleh via Twitter
She added that the only piece of evidence they had at the moment was a few motor parts that had come loose when the accident happened.
The child was then rushed to the hospital where doctors found that he was now unable to breathe on his own and required a machine to help him do so.
And when Ikhwal reached the hospital, Ikhwal could no longer breathe on his own, and had to be admitted to the Critical Zone with the help of a breathing machine.@keensalleh via Twitter
She also added that her nephew had suffered serious internal injuries according to the doctors at Serdang Hospital.
The hospital said there was very little hope for Ikwal but because he was still breathing, we decided to put him in the ICU first for the doctor to help monitor him. May there be a Miracle for Ikhwal. Allahuakbar.@keensalleh via Twitter
While a police report has been made by the family, she alleged that the police have informed the family that nothing much could be done as there was “no clue from the incident”.
If there is anyone who witnessed this accident or any car who caught it happening on their dash cam. Or even if there are motorcyclist gangs who can help us find the person who did this, please step forward and help.@keensalleh via Twitter
According to the young boy’s father, Ikhwal is currently dependent on medication as he has been declared as brain dead.
His other organs have ceased to work as well and only his heart is pumping at the moment. If that stops too then Allah has taken our Ikhwal Adnin. Please pray for our family and for Ikhwal.@keensalleh via Twitter
To anyone who knows anything at all about the accident that took place on April 20 at 2am, please reach out to @keensalleh on Twitter.

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Viral attempted robbery on GrabFood delivery rider, one suspect arrested, another hunted

Recently a CCTV recording showing a GrabFood delivery rider who almost got jacked by two armed men at Phileo Damansara on August 9, went viral on social media.

Cubaan melarikan motor Y15 milik rider Grab Food. Mangsa lawan balik. Kejadian Hotel Damansara. pic.twitter.com/FW4Owm3x3d
â€” â‚†â¶â‚† HaluÂ²Â³ â‚†â¶â‚† (@Tsgxy_) August 9, 2019

The footage showed the victim being stopped and attacked by one of the suspects while trying to make away with the victimâ€™s motorcycle as his partner remained on the ready to make their getaway.
Refusing to back down from his attackers, the victim stood his ground and fought back the armed men putting a stop to their robbery attempt.

(Image Credit: Pinterest)

The victim who suffered injuries to his head and body was then aided by members of the public.
Apparently, a mobile phone belonging to one of the two suspects was recovered at the scene believed to have been dropped by one of the attackers during their escape.
Idiot Sandwich GIF from Gordonramsay GIFs

Fortunately, due to the fast actions of the authorities, one of the two suspects is now in custody and is awaiting to face charges in court.
The 33-year-old suspect was arrested by the police at Taman Kepong, Kuala Lumpur over the weekend, while his accomplice still remains at large.
The assailant will be charged under Section 393 and Section 324 of the Penal Code for attempted robbery and for voluntarily causing harm to another person.
Police are currently still on the hunt for the other suspects with the information provided by his caught partner.
Hunt Nelson GIF from Hunt GIFs

Commenting on his recent dance with the devil, the 22-year-old victim, identified by the name Amirul was rather traumatised by the ordeal.
The brave victim said that he was willing to put himself in harms way to protect his beloved Yamaha Y12zr motorcycle which he affectionately named, â€œYuskuâ€, from being taken from him.

(Image Credit: MEME)

Amirul mentioned that heâ€™ll be taking an extended break from his job to recover.


This Year’s Bazar Ramadan Is Officially Canceled

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*cries in martabak*
The government will not allow bazaars of any kind to operate during this yearâ€™s Ramadan.
Senior Minister (Defense) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob says that all business in regards to feasts during the fasting month would be banned entirely, including all online e-bazaars or e-iftars as well as any drive-thru tapau stalls.
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However, the government is allowing food delivery apps and services to remain operational for the time being.
The decision was made in order to prevent crowds from congregating during the pandemic and reduce the chances of a Covid-19 outbreak.
Authorities have been going back and forth on whether the annual Ramadan bazaars should be allowed to open, and how would it operate during the nationwide lockdown.
Previously the government had planned to allow bazar Ramadans to open in certain areas under specific guidelines and restrictions.
Authorities have been going back and forth on whether Ramadan bazaars should be allowed to open, and how would it operate during the nationwide lockdown.(Credit: Ringgit Plus)
Some states were even planning to innovate by opting to host this yearâ€™s Ramadan food bazaars online.
But thereâ€™s also been pushback to the idea by members of the public who petitioned for this yearâ€™s Ramadan bazaars to be canceled due to risks and fears of the viral plague.
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