A Whopping 807 Cases Of Driving Against Traffic So Far This Year

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Transport Minister, Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong revealed that there have been 807 cases of driving against traffic in Malaysia since January.

He said in Parliament today that the rise in cases was caused by drivers under the influence of alcohol and drugs.
Of the 807 cases, 29 were deadly, 17 led to severe injuries, 49 caused light injuries and 712 cases of wrecked vehicles.
To address the issue, the Ministry of Transport has enforced amendments to the Road Transport Act 1987 starting October 23 last year.
He said the amendment, among others, increased the rate of fines and jail terms for those who committed driving offences under the influence of alcohol and drugs.
Wee said this while answering a question from Ledang member of parliament, Syed Ibrahim Syed Noh regarding the cases of drivers driving against traffic, its causes, and how to prevent them.
Here are a few of the cases of drivers driving against traffic that we have covered here at TRP.
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COFFEE DISCOUNTS at these 7 places in Malaysia this Coffee Day!

The best way to wake up from the end of September is with coffee.
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1st October (that’s today!) is International Coffee Day, and it’s possibly the best day for all our Malaysian coffee-lovers!
In conjunction with International Coffee Day, these places are offering promos to satisfy your need for caffeine!
1. Starbucks

Starbucks rewards you with discounted coffee for you and a friend, any time of the day!
From 12pm-3pm, get 2 Grande-sized Frappucinos for RM20.From 3pm-6pm, get 1 Grande-sized drink for just RM10.From 6pm-9pm, get 2 Grande-sized Frappucinos for just RM25.
2. The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

Get a 12oz cup of Today’s Brew for just RM2 with any other purchase from The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf.
3. San Francisco Coffee

San Francisco Coffee is offering a small coffee of the day for just RM1, or a regular ultimate mocha & latte for just RM5!
4. Burger King

Burger King truly knows how to celebrate Coffee Day with FREE COFFEE, no purchase needed! Just walk in for your free cup!
5. McDonald’s

Get an Iced Latte from McDonald’s at just RM1.99 with the McDonald’s app.
6. Dome Cafe

Cheer up with a friend at Dome cafe, with half off your second flavoured latte when you buy the first at full price!
7. Jamaica Blue

Chase away those Tuesday Blues and bring a friend because Jamaica Blue is offering buy 1 free 1 on ALL beverages!

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Here’s How Selangor People Can Skip The Queue For Covid-19 Vaccines

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Selangor’s state vaccination program (SelVAX) is now open for pre-registered walk-ins at six different locations from 3 to 13 August.

(Credit: Selangkah via facebook)
Here’s TRP’s very own quick SelVAX FAQ sheet for your convenience.

Pre-registered walk-in? What’s that?
If you live in Selangor and you have not been vaccinated, here’s your chance to skip the queue and choose when and where you’d like to get vaccinated.
Selangor residents aged 18 and above can receive free vaccinations simply by registering themselves on the Selangkah mobile application and walk-in to the designated vaccination center (PPV) on the date that you have chosen.
How can we pre-register?
Step one, download the Selangkah app on your phone. All you need to register is your phone number.
Step two, open the app and click on ‘VAX’ before picking when and where you’d like to get vaccinated. PPVs will be open from 9 am till 6 pm, and you can simply walk-in at any time once your appointment has been confirmed.
This means that it’s possible for you to register, set an appointment and walk-in to get vaccinated all on the same day.
Step three, get your first vaccine dose and be given your next dose appointment date on the spot.
The program is open to all Malaysian residents and foreigners who live in Selangor.
Catch this quick tutorial video if you need a more visual explanation on how to register;

Where are the PPVs?
PPVs for Malaysian citizens are as follows;
Tropicana Gardens Mall, Kota DamansaraEvo Mall, Bandar Baru BangiHotel De Palma, Shah AlamPKNS Sports Complex, Kelana JayaAurora Place, Bukit Jalil
For now, foreigners can only get vaccinated at the PKNS Sports Complex in Kelana Jaya, but we’re hoping more locations will be open soon.
Foreigners can also register and get appointments using their phone numbers as identification instead of their passports.
Aiyo, I’ve already registered online & waiting for my vaccine appointment on MySejahtera. How la?
SelVAX is running in tandem with the national vaccination program (PICK) in order for us to get as many people vaccinated, as quickly as possible.
So if you’ve already registered online and are still waiting for your vaccination appointments via the MySejahtera app or text message, you can instead get vaccinated immediately by walking into a SelVAX PPV.
SelVAX will then update your record on the MySejahtera app and with the Health Ministry (KKM) so you won’t miss out on anything.
Hurry, the PPVs are still empty for now!

There were some confusion on whether Selvax is also open for undocumented migrants/stateless ppl residing in KV, aged >18.@DrSitiMariah confirmed to me that it is. They can use their phone number as ID instead of passport. Register at Selangkah first. See below for deets.👇 pic.twitter.com/WFi72bKuZY— Aidila Razak (@aidilarazak) August 4, 2021
2nd day ppv Tropicana Garden Mall, PJ kosong takde org walk in .Hari ni kami expect 2K people yg datang tapi 200 pun tak sampai . Siapa yang nak WALK IN untuk ambil vaccine , please please come . Let’s help each other out to reach heard immunity guys ! 🇲🇾💉 pic.twitter.com/xYCCa3PEiE— . (@taylorxx99x) August 4, 2021

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SELANGOR COVID-19 VACCINATION PROGRAM (SelVAX) - FAQ


Vegetable & Fruit Prices Might Increase Soon Because Of A Really Serious Problem

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Despite the surplus of produce in farms, the prices of vegetables are expected to soar in the coming weeks due to decreasing supply in markets.
The irony is that produce has been left to rot on the fields of fruit farms and tonnes more thrown in the dumpsters since the Movement Control Order (MCO) began on 18th March.
Channel News Asia (CNA) reports that fruit farmers had to throw away lorries of fruits even after donating whatever they can to charities.Â
According to the chairman of the association for Malaysian vegetable farmers Tan So Tiok, farmers had to throw away hundreds of tonnes of fresh vegetables during the first two weeks of the MCO.
Farmers forced to dump watermelons as they have nowhere to send them.(Credit: Toh Lee Bing via CNA)
While Tan told CNA that the situation has stabilised with the farmers growing smaller amounts of vegetables, disruption to the production process and supply chains remains a major problem.
An immediate issue is the closure of the Selayang wholesale market to at least till Friday. This market is the main feeder market for produce from Cameron Highlands and other parts of the country.
Workers from the local authorityâ€™s health unit spray disinfectant in the Selayang wet market.(Credit: Shafwan Zaidon/Malay Mail)
Retailers from Selangor, Melaka, Negeri Sembilan, Pahang and Johor also get their produce supplies from the Selayang wholesale market.
However, Kuala Lumpur Vegetable Wholesalers Association president Wong Keng Fatt told The Sun that wholesalers in Selayang have cancelled orders for vegetables for the next few days as they have nowhere to send them.
Amid cries over unclear instructions and proper support, Minister of Agriculture and Food Industry Datuk Seri Dr Ronald Kiandee announced today (22nd April) that a Cabinet Committee on Food Security will be established soon.
Bernama reports that the committee, to be chaired by Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin, will be focused on formulating the National Food Security Policy to improve Malaysiaâ€™s food security and generate higher income for agriculture frontliners.
Other key areas include strengthening the food supply chain, improving support and delivery services, enhancing technological knowledge and skills as well as promoting greater compliance to standards and good agricultural practices.
Thereâ€™s not a second to waste though, as farmers are already raising the alarm on supply shortage in the coming months.
The extended MCO lasting over a month has created difficulties in purchasing supplies, labour shortage and a prolonged pause in farming.

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The Big Read: Global supply chain shock has farmers dumping food as consumers fret over shortages, price hikes
Prices of greens poised to soar
Cabinet Committee on Food Security to be set up - Ronald Kiandee
Malaysia's vegetable supply to be disrupted in coming months due to movement control order, say farmers


“Please Forgive Him” Father Issued Public Apology For Son’s Honest Mistake During Merdeka Parade

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A few days ago, a young boy mistakenly held up a middle finger instead of a ‘mini love’ sign during the National Day parade rehearsals.

The fireman who stood beside him quickly covered the boy’s hand and helped to correct the position of the fingers.
The boy explained that he didn’t know how to do the ‘mini love’ sign and felt tired during the rehearsals. In another video, he managed to master the ‘mini love’ sign and showed it correctly.
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Although netizens found the situation humorous, there were allegedly some parties who criticised the boy.
Harian Metro reported that the boy’s father issued a public apology on Facebook.
He also requested netizens to take down the video in order to protect his son’s psychological impact and to stop the criticisms.
He shared that his son was a huge fan of firefighters and was extremely excited to be involved in the parade although he had to wake up at 5am.
As a father, I’m always proud of his courage although it was a last minute replacement.The boy’s father.

Netizens assured him that his son did nothing wrong and managed to entertain everyone that day.
They attested that the boy is well-mannered and an active person. Netizens also wished the young boy all the best in his future.

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Which Government Official Has The Most Assets?

The ruling Perikatan administration has recently revealed their assets and income on the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Corruption (MACC) website.
According to reports, the move was made by the government to encourage transparency.

At the time of writing, only 57 out 70 have declared their assets.
It’s also worth mentioning that the data provided doesn’t give an exact amount for each politician’s assets, just estimates.
Picture Credit: MACC
Below are the politicians with the most assets and how much they earn per month.
Over RM20 million
Datuk Seri Tengku Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz. (Finance Minister)
Monthly income: RM62,077.20
Datuk Seri Panglima Haji Annuar Bin Musa (Federal Territories Minister)
Monthly income: RM87,877.20
Datuk Seri Dr. Santhara Kumar A/L Ramanaidu (Deputy Federal Territories Minister)
Monthly income: RM45,000
Datuk Dr. Jeffrey G. Kitingan (Deputy Tourism Arts and Culture Minister)
Monthly income: RM85,450.00
RM15 million to RM20 million
Ahmad Amzad Bin Mohamed @ Hashim (Deputy Science, Technology And Innovation Minister)
Monthly income: RM64,087.41
RM10 million to RM15 million
Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin (Prime Minister)
Monthly income: RM93,841.65
Datuk Seri Panglima Dr. Maximus Johnity Ongkili (Minister In The Prime Minister’s Department)
Monthly income: RM59,500.20
Datuk Hanifah Hajar Taib (Deputy Minister In The Prime Minister’s Department)
Monthly income: RM37,347.65
Datuk Haji Kamarudin Bin Jaffar (Deputy Minister In The Prime Minister’s Department)
Monthly income: RM52,481.89
Datuk Dr. Mah Hang Soon (Deputy Education Minister II)
Monthly income: RM51,543.65
RM5 million to RM10 million
Datuk Seri Mustapa Bin Mohamed (Minister In The Prime Minister’s Office)
Monthly Income: RM65,407.20
Datuk Seri Hamzah Bin Zainudin (Home Affairs Minister)
Monthly Income: RM84,615.20
Datuk Seri IR. Dr. Wee Ka Siong (Transport Minister)
Monthly Income: RM65,236.48
Zuraida Binti Kamaruddin (Housing And Local Government Minister)
Monthly Income: RM51,236.48
Datin Mastura Binti Tan Sri Datuk Mohd Yazid (Deputy Minister In The Prime Minister’s Department)
Monthly Income: RM35,847.65
Ali Anak Biju (Deputy Energy And Natural Resources Minister)
Monthly Income: RM58,762.89
Datuk Seri Dr Wee Jeck Seng (Deputy Plantation Company And Commodities Minister II)
Monthly Income: RM41,422.65

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Samsung Galaxy Watch4 [First Impressions]

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At Galaxy Unpacked this year, Samsung announced the release of four new exciting devices.

The very first device featured was the Galaxy Watch4. At a glance it looks like any other wrist watch. It is neither square nor thick like most smartwatches, perfect for those who want all the health and smart features but none of the telltale looks.
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The White Box

The Galaxy Watch4 came in an eco-friendly white box, no plastics. The model that I got is the black 40mm version. There’s a bigger 44mm variant, and both sizes come in three colours.
Inside the box was the watch itself and a wireless charger cable. No USB charger included.
You might want to check the back of the box first, for a guide that tells you if the watch would fit your wrist. Because I had to wear mine on its largest configuration for it to fit.
Also, the watch does not seem to be ambidextrous. It has to be worn on the left wrist with the buttons facing towards the hand.
On Its Own

The model of the Galaxy Watch4 that we get in Malaysia only has GPS, no LTE. That means it needs a phone to work. Thankfully it will work with any android phone.
In this case, I paired it with a Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G.
Pairing with another samsung device is easy enough, just bring the two devices close and the phone will detect the watch automatically.
Samsung has always mastered the smartwatch user experience and it is no different here. Features are introduced to the user slowly. For example, it took more than a day before the watch told me that it could be locked with a PIN.
This gradual introduction to features helps, especially with non tech savvy users, because the Watch4 is just packed with them.
The First Few Days

The customizability options for watch faces are wonderful. Samsung understands that there’s two main pieces of information that most people want to see on their watch: time and date. The rest can remain hidden.
It seems like common sense, but a lot of other smartwatches try to either do too much or too little. Here, most of the pre-installed watch faces feature time and date. Simple, but a lot of fun.
I also find that the workout detection is a bit generous. It counted my visit  to the grocery store as a workout. I’d like to think it is, but I don’t think it is.
There are a lot more things that the watch can do, buried under its easy to use swipe and dial interface. Features like body composition and Samsung Pay.
More Coming Soon
For the next few days I’ll be wearing the Galaxy Watch4 and see how it fairs. Will it get scratches? Can it really tell me my stress levels? And can it replace one of those oximeters?
I’ll try to answer those questions and more in the full review coming soon.

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Mâ€™sian student arrested in US after getting drunk on plane & fighting with crew

This year alone, many Malaysian students have made the country proud with their various achievements.
Examples include the Malaysian student who became the first Asian female to win an international architecture award for disaster relief research, the Politeknik Kuching Sarawak students who created a brick made of recycled plastic, the student who was named Top in the World by Cambridge in math and add math.
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Unfortunately, there are also some who make mistakes and end up becoming an embarrassment.
One such example is this Malaysian student who has been detained in the United States because he clearly couldnâ€™t handle his alcohol.
According to American news portal Quartz, Goh Wei Sing had gotten into a fight with passengers and flight attendants after having one too many drinks on board a Japan Airlines flight to San Diego from Tokyo on Aug 13.
Goh was a student at San Diego Mesa College and was on his way back there to resume his studies.
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Based on court documents, Goh had gotten inebriated after drinking six mini-sized bottles of wine on the flight.
In his drunken stupor, he then tried to get into the business class section of the aircraft saying that he was being chased.
Apparently, flight attendants tried to calm him down repeatedly, but Goh refused to cooperate.

Following the drunken commotion, the flight crew and two out of the three pilots on duty on the flight together with the help of several passengers were forced to pin Goh down to his seat using seatbelt extenders.
When the flight landed safely in San Diego, the authorities were called in to detain Goh.
Goh is reportedly still in custody pending his arraignment on Sept 12 and his student visa has since been revoked.
He reportedly also does not remember the scuffle he caused on the flight.
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If you like reading about drunk Malaysians making fools of themselves on flights, here’s another one.
Besides these two, there was another Malaysian who embarrassed us overseas when he installed a camera inside the toilet of a plane.


Malaysian In Singapore Shocked To Eat Red Coloured Maggi Goreng

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So close yet so far away from home, a Malaysian man ‘stuck’ in Singapore due to border closures was in for a surprise when his order of Maggi goreng turned up not quite how he envisioned it.

Derrick Yeo took to social media in a Facebook post with an image of what appears to be red Maggi noodles with a side of egg.
(Credit: Derrick Yeo / Facebook)
The caption accompanying the picture roughly translates from Chinese to English as “I ordered Maggi goreng here (Singapore) for the first time. I didn’t know it would look like this. I’m never buying this again.”
However, according to Mothership SG , the sauce that contributes to the red coloured noodles is known to be homemade to enhance the flavour.
A stall owner had revealed previously that the red colour gives the impression the food is spicier than it looks.
In Derrick’s defense, he didn’t say the red version of the Maggie goreng wasn’t nice, just that its appearance shocked him. In fact, he went back to the same stall and asked for the noodles to be cooked “Malaysia style” and it turned out just as he expected.
Derricks post, that has since received over 2,000 reactions and close to 800 comments, had a lot of Netizens amused with some highlighting how it’s done differently in Singapore.
Food refresher for Malaysians in Singapore (and vice versa)
On that note, here’s a quick refresher of some popular foods in both Malaysia and Singapore that go by the same name but are different in style.
Nasi Lemak
Malaysian-style nasi lemak (L) Singapore-style nasi lemak (R)(Credit: Malaya Food / Triffany Lim @ Burpple)
As a Malaysian living in Singapore, one of the things I craved most was nasi lemak the way it was prepared in Malaysia. I longed for the traditional preparation of coconut rice, sambal chili, fried anchovies (ikan bilis), peanuts, cucumber, hard-boiled egg, and with the option to add your favourite protein like fried chicken berempah style.
Upon ordering a nasi lemak in Singapore, I was taken aback when I received chicken hotdogs, fishcakes and luncheon meat as a choice for my source of protein.
Char koay teow
Penang char koay teow (L) Singapore-style char koay teow(Credit: Rasa Malaysia / Visit Singapore)
The char koay teow most Malaysians know and love is Penang’s style made of flat rice noodles stir-fried with shrimp, cockles, eggs, and beansprouts.
To my surprise, upon ordering char koay teow in Singapore, I actually got a mix of flat rice noodles AND egg noodles. I actually thought at one point I was getting the best of two different noodle dishes.
Laksa
Penang asam laksa (L) Singapore Katong-style laksa (R)(Credit: RecipeGuru / Tasty)
There are several different kinds of laksa in Malaysia like assam laksa, laksa Johor, and Sarawak laksa. By default though, I think of Penang assam laksa when ordering laksa. It is a combination of blended mackerel fish and tamarind poured over thick white noodles with condiments like cucumber and chili to top it off.
When in Singapore though, the default laksa is coconut-based, sweeter and flavoured with dried shrimp.
All in all, good food is the kind food that puts you in a good mood. Let’s not make it an issue and just enjoy our differences!

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Second Wave of Covid-19 Forces Beijing To Close Everything Again

Beijing has cancelled flights and shut down schools again over fears of a second wave of Covid-19 outbreak linked to another wholesale food market.
What you need to know: This new cluster in Beijing involves tens of thousands of people in almost 30 residential compounds, and is believed to have started in the Xinfadi wholesale food market, which supplies over 70% of Beijing’s fruit and vegetables. According to the state-run newspaper People’s Daily, at least 1,255 scheduled flights were cancelled on Wednesday morning, nearly 70% of all trips to and from Beijing’s main airports, while schools were closed and asked to return to online classes again. This new outbreak appears to be the virus type from Europe.
Why it matters: China had largely kept the coronavirus under control and even celebrated their victory over the disease. Their most recent cases were nationals returning from abroad. This second wave eerily mirrors the Spanish Flu, which saw a much deadlier and aggressive second wave as well. Plus, if China sees a second wave after declaring victory, then every other country could potentially have their second waves as well.
Who said what: Beijing city spokesman Xu Hejian isn’t taking the situation lightly at all, claiming that “the epidemic situation in the capital is extremely severe”.
Read more: Beijing cancels flights, shuts schools over new Covid-19 outbreak (NST)


Health DG: 2 Weeks MCO Not Enough, Malaysia Needs Until May To Flatten The Curve

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Two weeks of Movement Control Order (MCO) isn’t enough for Malaysia to flatten the curve, revealed Health Director-General Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah.

In his daily Covid-19 press conference yesterday (13 January), he explained that the Health Ministry (MOH) will be monitoring data to see whether the number of cases can be reduced.
We probably won’t be able to lower the number of cases. But we will be able to prevent the cases from increasing further.Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah, Health Director-General.
The Health Ministry targets to reduce new infections to 1,000 – 500 daily cases
“Efforts to re-flatten the curve of the Covid-19 infection graph in the country are expected to be successful in May or June,” said Dr Noor Hisham.
This projection is based on the current situation where the daily case numbers are high and the rate of infection (R-naught or R0) exceeds 1.0 – which indicates that each existing infection causes more than one new infection.
Credit: @kementeriankesihatanmalaysia/Facebook
Flattening the curve means that the transmission of the infection is successfully controlled with fewer cases of new infections.
If the MCO is implemented for four weeks, Malaysia may be able to reduce the cases to below 1,000, and then 500 via CMCO. This could also help improve the capacity at the hospitals and provide better treatment to patients.
However, the economic impact of MCO is big
Dr Noor Hisham admits that the MCO period should not be too long because it has a negative impact on the national economy.
According to the International Labour Organisation (ILO) , Malaysia’s first MCO imposed in March 2020 had turned into an economic beatdown with intensifying negative impacts on jobs, incomes and livelihoods, disrupting supply chains and upending businesses, exacerbating inequalities, poverty and hardships especially among the most vulnerable.
Credit: @IniAlannn/Twitter
As such, the Health DG explains that these two weeks will be especially crucial to prevent Covid-19 cases from increasing.
However, a period of 4 weeks may be required to achieve that target and he hopes it does not need to be extended further.
We really hope for everyone’s cooperation to stay home and if necessary to go out to work, fully comply with SOPs and preventive measures. By limiting movement, efforts to break the chain of infection will be successful.Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah, Health Director-General.
As of 13 January, Malaysia has 32,868 active Covid-19 cases with 197 patients in Intensive Care Unit (ICU).

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Source:
The socioeconomic impacts of COVID-19 in Malaysia: Policy review and guidance for protecting the most vulnerable and supporting enterprises
Kenyataan Akhbar KPK 13 Januari 2021 – Situasi Semasa Jangkitan Penyakit Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) di Malaysia


Kedah MB’s Office Closed Til 2 Feb After Staff In Building Tests Positive For Covid-19

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The Kedah Chief Minister’s Office will be temporarily closed for three days from 31 January to 2 February.

It’s reported that the closure was due to a Covid-19 positive case reported at a state government department located within the building.
The office will reopen on 3 February, a day after the sanitation process is complete.
Meanwhile, the affected department of Kedah’s Integrity and Governance, which is within the MB’s office, will be closed until 6 February to allow for sanitisation work and self-quarantine of all its staff.
It’s also reported that other government agencies located in the same building will also be closed such as the Kedah State Water Resources Board (LSANK) and Kedah State Governance (JITU) until next February 6.

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Toddler Sexualised By TikTok Commenters And Why This Behaviour Is TOTALLY Unacceptable

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Nothing sparks more joy than the laughter and smile a child brings.

As a parent, you would think others feel the same way you do so you start sharing seemingly innocent pictures and videos of your child to spread positivity to the gloom and doom in this world.
This was probably the case with TikTok user shudzx who started posting videos of her young and adorably cute daughter in July this year.
Her account now has 137.7K followers with over a cumulative video view count of 3 million.
Queue inappropriate comments
While for the most part, the videos have made a lot of people happy, what the mother wasn’t expecting were the sexualised comments as pointed out in a tweet by #MakeSchoolASaferPlace activist Ain Husniza.
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moms on tiktok : *posts a video of their child*the comments : pic.twitter.com/slwIIJFwKg— ain #MakeSchoolASaferPlace (@ant33ater) September 8, 2021
In her post, Ain called out and posted screengrabs of inappropriate comments made by various people, mostly men, who’ve viewed shudzx’s videos.
Of the comments, one read: “When I meet women who are in their twenties, I feel normal but when I see this kid, I feel a bit shameful” followed by four flushed faces.
Another comment read “Yesterday’s viral news was about a young man marrying his teacher 25 years his senior. So that means, I should probably wait.”
Read More: A Teacher-Student Marriage Video That Went Viral On Tiktok Has Malaysians Worried
Other comments highlighted by Ain in her tweet ranged from how “if they find their future mate, then age doesn’t matter” to how “they’ve finally found their future wife“.
What’s more than inappropriately speaking about a young child who is probably no more than 2 years old, is how some of the comments received thousands of likes.
Notice made by mother ignored
In response to Ain’s tweet, the mother said she had already asked people not to make comments about her daughter being their future partner, but many still don’t understand.

Some Netizens advised that perhaps the mother should disable the comments section to avoid these kinds of comments the way YouTube does in an attempt to prevent predatory behaviour.
Tackling predatory behaviour towards children online
At the end of the day, it’s all about self-regulation and education.
Speaking from experience is TRP’s Social Media Manager Hakeem, who along with his wife, share updates of their young daughter online as they receive plenty of messages of people saying how she makes them smile, and other nice things.
As a parent, it’s nice to read those things about my daughter. However, there’s bound to be a few rotten eggs in the bunch, people who don’t understand limits, respect or common decency.
Hakeem has come across a few of those types in the past but did not engage with them directly, nor did he contact authorities. Instead, he tracked the parents of those who made the comments.
Needless to say, plenty of apologies were made.
After that, I received direct messages from the boys saying how sorry they were and they were just playing around. In my response, I asked them to reflect, and consider that happening to someone they vowed their lives to protect and care for. I believe a lesson was taught that day.
Sometimes, we can’t help and be proud of the little ones we’ve made and want the world to know.
Hakeem says we should try to appreciate the positive as much as we can, but brace ourselves for the negative too.
He says, if you do come across predatory comments, confront those occurrences like a parent, not a fighter.
As Hakeem has aptly put it: “Remember, our kids are watching, and learning.”
Read More: Tweet By M’sian Brings To Light The Dark Side Of Child Marriages In Malaysia

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In Just 5 Months, 3 Kids Have Died From Covid-19 In Malaysia

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Three deaths have been recorded involving children under the age of five in the first five months of 2021, which is the same number as Malaysia’s total throughout 2020, said Health Director General Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah.

So far, the Ministry reported that 27 children have been admitted to paediatric intensive care units (ICUs) in 2021, with 19 of them being below five years old.
This is an increase compared to 2020, as the Health DG said that only eight children were admitted into the ICU last year and six of them were below the age of five.
READ MORE: More Malaysians Brought-In-Dead Because Of Covid-19, Here Are 3 Ways It Happens
MOH hopes that all parties, especially parents and guardians can play an important role in protecting those with low immunity such as infants and children to be protected from the COVID-19 virus. Build a safe environment for them by fully complying with existing SOPs and immediately get vaccinated if you’re an eligible adult.Health Director-General Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah via KPKesihatan
Malaysia recorded 103 new deaths from the coronavirus as of 5 May, taking the total now to 3,096.

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Malaysia Still Pursuing Justice For MH17 Victims, Gov Calls For Cooperation To Find The Truth

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298 passengers and crew on board Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 met an unfortunate end on 17 July 2014 when it was shot down in the eastern part of Ukraine.

The sad incident happened eight years ago, but it remains in fresh memory for many Malaysians.
The Transport Ministry, in a statement issued to mark the anniversary of the downing of the aircraft, said the government remains committed to pursuing an independent, open, and impartial criminal proceeding against the alleged perpetrators.
Remains of MH17. Image: TRP File
The Ministry urged all states and parties involved to cooperate fully with the proceedings per UNSC Resolution 2166 (2014).
A thorough and exhaustive judicial process must be pursued to hold the perpetrators to account and pursue justice for the victims and next of kin involved in the MH17 tragedy. Establishing the truth of what happened continues to be our utmost priority.The press statement from the Transport Ministry
The ministry also reiterated its deepest sympathies and condolences to the families and loved ones of the victims.
While nothing can bring back those who lost their lives, or diminish the grief and anguish suffered by their families and loved ones, it is imperative that we pursue accountability and ensure that such a tragic incident is never repeated.The press statement from the Transport Ministry

The MH17 case so far
MH17 was en route from Amsterdam to Kuala Lumpur on 17 July 2014 when it was shot down.
193 Dutch passengers, 43 Malaysians, 38 Australians, 12 Indonesians, 10 British, and 1 New Zealander lost their lives that day.
In June 2019, Dutch investigators announced that 3 Russians and a Ukrainian were identified as suspects and would be charged with murder for shooting down the plane with a missile.
The three Russians were identified as Sergei Dubinsky, Oleg Pulatov and Igor Girkin. The Ukrainian was identified as Leonid Kharchenko, a former field commander.
Kharchenko was previously accused of organizing a terrorist group in 2015 by the Ukrainian authorities.
READ MORE: Ukrainian Suspected To Be Involved In MH17 Shooting Caught For Unrelated Charges
The wreckage in the aftermath. Image: TRP File

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Cinemas: Force Us Closed Any Longer And We’ll Close Permanently

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The Malaysian Association of Film Exhibitors (MAFE) have issued yet another desperate plea to the government to allow cinemas to resume operations.
In their statement, MAFE highlights that plenty of other non-essential industries have already been allowed to reopen, such as massage parlours, hair saloons, spas, casinos, and the like.
However, all cinemas have gone through full or partial closure since the first round of MCO last year, despite adhereing to SOPs such as mandatory check-in, temperature checks, spaced seating, frequent sanitization, and the fact that there has been no proof of Covid-19 infections or clusters originating from cinemas, locally or globally.
Empty chairs and empty screens.(Credit: Unsplash)
A financial hit to everyone
The financial impact extends to the country’s economy as well, as the industry has collectively contributed over RM1.08 billion in income and over RM250 million in entertainment tax duties to our economy.
Considering that cinemas have lost over 90% of their revenue in 2020 alone, it’s expected that the industry can’t contribute that kind of amount in taxes to the government this year, meaning less money that the government can spend on its people.
For those who rely on the industry to make ends meet, it’s even worse. There’s been countless job losses and deep pay cuts due to permanent closures of cinema locations and significant downsizing of operations across all cinemas.
And it’s not just front-facing cinema staff either, as the industry is linked to a larger supply chain with relationships in manufacturing, logistics, cleaning, F&B, retail, and more.
The industry may not be able to make a come-back
This closure has already claimed its first victim: MBO Cinemas, the country’s third-largest exhibitor, has been forced into voluntary liquidation last year.
READ MORE: MBO Cinemas: From The Rising Star To Pandemic Victim?
In fact, even the local Malay film industry which employs over 20,000 Malaysians in filmmaking and production, creatives, distribution, talent, and more, is in jeopardy as the film industry cannot resume when cinemas are not operating.
There was one final attempt to fundraise and keep the cinema alive during the MCO.(Credit: @mbocinemas/Facebook)
Even government funding can’t save the industry, because there has been none.
So far, cinemas have received nothing from the RM325 million booster aid set aside by the government for the creative industry since last year, as the industry was exempt from all stimulus packages.
More than just an entertainment hub, cinemas also play an important role in the cultural development of the nation. In times of distress, it provides the audiences an affordable and safe venue for escapism, as with other leisurely activities like casinos, spas, group exercises at gyms, and individual sports such as golf.Malaysian Assocition of Film Exhibitors

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[Watch] Woman Who Made ‘Fart Content’ On Navy Ship Apologizes

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A TikToker who uploaded a video of herself ‘farting’ in a Royal Malaysian Navy (TLDM) ship in Sepanggar Bay, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah has publicly apologized.

The woman, known as Eyda, received strong criticism for her behaving rudely and disrespecting military assets owned by TLDM.
Eyda is said to have recorded the act of farting on the speaker system in one of the TLDM’s ships.
Realizing that the video attracted a lot of criticism from netizens, she removed the posting.
She explained that she had no intention of insulting any party, especially the TLDM army.
  @zuraidah_nasir #TLDMTeluksepanggar #KotaKinabalu #eydastokinpinkhijau ♬ original sound  – Zuraidah l eyda

Eyda humbly apologizes to TLDM regarding the unintentional ‘content’ and has no intention of degrading the strength of TLDM’s assets. I hope that the video will also be deleted so as not to cause any more speculation and debate in the future.
Content creator Eyda expressing her remorse for insulting the navy.
She also expressed her willingness to meet the navy’s top brass to apologize face to face.
Eyda, whose real name is Zuraidah Nasir, has 2.6 million followers on TikTok.
The video was made on 30 April in conjunction with the 89th Anniversary of TLDM in Sepanggar Bay, Kota Kinabalu.

Earlier, the viral recording also attracted the attention of one of the retired soldiers known as Fakhrin Tokai.
Describing it as an act of insulting TLDM’s assets, he said the microphone is used when reciting and calling for prayers.
  @fakhrintokai Nak buat konten jangan sampai menghina. Yang dalam uniform hati-hati dengan konten anda. #tenteralautdirajamalaysia #angkatantenteramalaysia #royalmalaysiannavy #fakhrintokai #tldm ♬ original sound  – Fakhrin Tokai

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Think Your Life Is A Series Of Unfortunate Events? This Can Help

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Some days you may call it “coincidence”, on another day, just plain “unlucky”, but some bad days may leave you wondering if you’ve become an extra in The Series Of Unfortunate Events.

Misery loves company, after all. It’s never enough that you missed your alarm. You will also realize that’s the day you’re presenting the annual review for your boss, you will spill coffee on yourself, you will rear-end a client’s car… Hey, we didn’t make that up. It’s just Murphy’s Law at work.
We can’t hack the universe with GTA cheat codes when something goes wrong (as much as we’d love to), but there’s actually a way you can give yourself a safety net… just in case we’re dealt one of those bad days.
What if you could protect yourself before those bad things happen?
The thing is, you don’t have to suck it up and take the hit yourself when misfortune comes knocking. There’s an entire industry built around protecting you when that happens, and like an umbrella on a rainy day, your insurance provider is pretty essential.
Allianz in particular has strategically set up Allianz Lifestyle Protect, so you can live your best life in peace.
It’s not just about car accidents or misfortune either. They even cover things like online shopping scams and missed concerts.
Protect your online purchases
With the pandemic, crime now arrives at our front door. Or rather, in this case, does not arrive, because I can’t be the only person who had their packages stolen, right?
With all the online purchases we’ve been making during this pandemic, there’s no shame in admitting we’ve fallen for a scam or waited weeks for a package before realizing we’ve spent money on a fake website or simply had our items go missing.
PS. If anyone could please return my package, that would be great. I don’t know what you would want to do with 10kg of cat litter. I won’t ask questions.(Credit: Envato)
Besides that, there’s no guarantee we’re getting a refund from the online platform, so will we have to just chalk it up to bad luck?
Not to worry, because Allianz will compensate us for the purchase price of these losses!
Protect yourself from snatch thefts
In fact, if something really bad (touch wood) happens such as a snatch theft or having your home broken into, you are more likely to lose those coveted electronics, such as your Smart TV, laptops, or smartphones, or even other expensive items like sports equipment!
Gaming setups and peripherals can easily rack up a few thousand ringgit.(Credit: Envato)
You might spend days stressing over wasted money, but insurance is meant to protect you from financial loss and give you a peace of mind– even in the face of bad luck!
Protect your experiences
Now we all know that big gathering events like concerts and festivals were called off while the pandemic was going on. Still, as more people in the country get vaccinated and the country transitions from this Covid-19 pandemic to an endemic phase, entertainment events will likely be making a swift comeback.
Have you been back to the cinemas since they reopened?(Credit: TRP)
Naturally, everyone will be excited to attend these events, but misfortune is known to strike at the most inopportune moments– if you are ever forced to miss these coveted events due to being hospitalized from an accident, you can rest assured that Allianz will reimburse tickets and registration fees for concerts, movies, theme parks, amusement parks, or sporting events.
Protect yourself from accidents
We’ve all seen stories of how one accident can change someone’s life forever. You might even know someone who went through that themselves. And since we’re talking about insurance providers, accidents are their favourite example to bring up, isn’t it?
Being hospitalized can be downright scary, but what’s worse is being discharged and realizing nothing is the same anymore. The sad truth is that serious accidents for any reason can change a person’s life completely.
Sometimes, hospitalizations are temporary. Sometimes, it’s not.(Credit: Freepik)
Accidents can leave people with lasting health issues or permanent disability. Many will need to give up their jobs, or plans for study, or realize that they can no longer move freely within their own home if there are too many stairs. Plenty of people think about the mental and physical struggle of a serious accident, but what about the opportunity costs?
Allianz Lifestyle Protect will cover all these crucial expenses, such as nursing care fees, rehabilitation fees, credit card and loans, and even the costs of renovation to make your home more accessible for those with health needs.
Yes, getting into a life-changing accident can be devastating. But won’t you feel a lot better knowing that you have a safety net and you won’t need to stress even more about the unexpected financial costs of an already difficult situation?
Misfortune comes when you least expect it.(Credit: Envato)
Our lifestyle is a necessity, not a luxury
The fact of the matter is that our modern lifestyle of smartphones and online shopping is no longer a “luxury”. For everyone, and especially with the pandemic, staying connected and reliance on online services has never been more crucial.
Our lifestyle today is a necessity, and should be treated accordingly. With Allianz Lifestyle Protect, you can insure your life for just RM0.23/day- and isn’t that worth an untroubled mind? Visit their website here to check out the terms and conditions that apply.

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Kuala Lumpur named SIXTH most-visited city in the world!

Have you recently asked yourself why there are so many tourists everywhere you look when youâ€™re walking around KLCC or Pavillion?
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Do you find yourself quietly standing on the escalator surrounded by people speaking foreign languages as you try to avoid getting smacked in the face by the large handbag of the Middle Eastern lady standing in front of you?
Well, itâ€™s probably because there have been a lot of tourists in KL recently.
In fact, there have been so many tourists in KL that KL happened to be the sixth most visited city in the world in 2018.

Original picture credit: Tourism Malaysia

This ranking is based on Mastercardâ€™s annual Global Destination Cities Index that ranks 200 cities around the world according to the most international visitors.
And according to the index, KL actually had 13.79 million international visitors last year.
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Bangkok topped the cities index with the most international overnight visitors for the fourth consecutive year – with 22 million visitors (thatâ€™s a lot of tourists!).
Paris and London made spots two and three respectively with around 19 million international overnight visitors each, followed by Dubai with 15.93 million and then Singapore at fifth place with 14.67 million.
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Yes, that tiny city managed to beat us by 880k visitors.
Meanwhile, somehow, Kuala Lumpur managed to rank higher than New York (13.6 million), Istanbul (13.4 million), Tokyo (12.93 million) and Antalya, Turkey (12.41 million).
According to the index, all the cities in the top 10 list had more international overnight visitors than last year, except for London, which saw a four per cent drop.

Picture credit: Quick Meme

Whatâ€™s more, Asia-Pacific cities are experiencing the largest increase in international visitors since 2009 (9.4 per cent growth rate), hinting that more tourists are picking Asia as a travel destination rather than other regions.
Mastercard attributes this growth to the explosion of Mainland Chinese travellers, who have, BTW, jumped from eighth place to second place among the origin countries to travel to the 200 destinations ranked on this list.

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The index also ranked cities according to most nights spent in on average and Kuala Lumpur came in at fifth place with 5.7 nights.
Antalya topped the list with 14 nights, followed by New York with 7.9 nights, and London and Istanbul with 5.8 nights.
The list also forecasts that out of all the countries, Tokyo will experience the largest uptick in visitors in 2019 due to the fact that theyâ€™ll be hosting the upcoming 2020 Summer Olympics.

Here are the rankings of the top 10 global destination cities of 2018.

Bangkok: 22.78 million
Paris: 19.1 million
London: 19.09 million
Dubai: 15.93 million
Singapore: 14.67 million
Kuala Lumpur: 13.79 million
New York: 13.6 million
Istanbul: 13.4 million
Tokyo: 12.93 million
Antalya, Turkey: 12.41 million

Picture credit: Reddit

FYI, this list is based on Mastercardâ€™s proprietary analysis of publicly available spending data and visitor numbers.
The results obtained from their study include information on the most-visited cities as well as consumersâ€™ spending habits when travelling.
Besides this list, Malaysia has been on a lot of other lists lately too.
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There were some bad ones; like the time we climbed four spots higher on the â€˜Worlds Most Expensive Citiesâ€ list.
But some really good ones as well; like when Malaysia ranked in the worlds sexiest nation AND sexiest accent lists as well as when Penang made the top 10 list of great value beach destinations.
Guess we can add another trophy on our shelves with this latest ranking!


FT Ministry Reveals First Look Of RM150 Mil Quranic Village But Nobody’s Impressed

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The government has given the green light for the Quranic Village project in Putrajaya to commence, according to Federal Territories Minister Tan Sri Annuar Musa.

In a tweet, Annuar said will start some time next year and it’s reported previously that the project will cost about RM150 million with the aim of making Putrajaya as a centre for learning Quran.
Alhamdulillah, the design of QURANIC VILLAGE is almost complete. Basically, the government has agreed. The initial allocation has been approved and the 20-acre site has also been approved. We will start construction in 2021, God willing. The only project in the Islamic world .. let Malaysia pioneer it.Federal Territories Minister Tan Sri Annuar Musa via Twitter
According to the information in the tweet, the Quranic Village will have a mosque that can fit 5,000, a 23-year Nuzul Al-Quran exhibition dedicated to the Prophet Muhammad and many other buildings.
Alhamdulillah rekabentuk QURANIC VILLAGE telah hampir siap.Pada dasarnya kjaan sudah setuju.Peruntukan awal sudah di luluskan dan tapak 20 ekar juga sudah di luluskan.Kita akan memulakan pembinaan 2021 insyaalah.Satu satunya projek di dunia Islam..biar Malaysia mempeloporinya.. pic.twitter.com/3srijLP3gz— Annuar Musa (@AnnuarMusa) October 30, 2020
But Malaysians online were far from impressed
The tweet has received reactions from netizens as at the time of writing, within many criticising the move as netizens think that it would be better if the money were to be reallocated elsewhere.
Even Muar MP, Syed Saddiq gave his two cents on the matter, criticising the Minister by saying that it’s better to increase the allocation of existing hospitals, pay attention to the employment issues of the people and rehabilitate rural schools during the current pandemic.
Lebih baik fokus untuk tambah peruntukan hospital sedia ada, beri perhatian kepada isu pekerjaan rakyat dan baik pulih sekolah luar bandar. Ini waktu pandemik. Apa guna jika ada bangunan besar tapi rakyat sakit dan lapar? https://t.co/dfvY9trq7g— Syed Saddiq 🇲🇾🌺 (@SyedSaddiq) October 30, 2020
PEOPLE ARE DYING SIR. There are not enough ventilators in Sabah, food supplies are depleting, the unemployment rate is increasing and so is the homelessness rate. PLEASE UNDERSTAND THE CONCEPT OF PRIORITY. This Quranic Village is not a necessity right now. https://t.co/b4wl6fvvCu— Sara Mack Lubis (@holasaraa) October 30, 2020
building unnecessary expensive buildings while the poor are starving in the next doorstep thats not very islamic now is it annuar https://t.co/TuDQtGbUB8— shifa (@4deliaa) October 30, 2020
Ada gelandangan tak cukup makan. Kehilangan kerja. Kehilangan saudara mara kerana Covid. Fakir duduk dalam reban. Tetapi kerajaan masih nak bina Quranic Village yang kita tahu akan make a loss because no one asked for it or needed for it to exist. INB4 kau liberal anti agama— Effi Saharudin 🇲🇾🤡 (@1Obefiend) October 30, 2020
News about the Quranic village surfaced in March when the Minister said that the government is looking to add a third mosque and a new tourist attraction in Putrajaya.
It’s also reported that the Minister wants more Malaysians to live in Putrajaya, not just civil servants.

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Actually, Bars & Pubs Are STILL Not Allowed To Open During RMCO, But There’s Exceptions

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If you listened carefully to the Recovery Movement Control Order (RMCO) press conference on 1st September, you might’ve heard Senior Minister (Defence) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob saying that pubs and nightclubs are actually still not allowed to open.

Actually, nightclubs and pubs are not compounded for violating the standard operating procedure (SOP). It’s because nightclubs and pubs have not been allowed to operate to this day, as they’re on the list of banned activities.Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob, Senior Minister (Defence).

Pubs, nightclubs (and some bars) have never been approved to open since MCO began in March
A quick check on the National Security Council’s (MKN) website shows a list of banned activities (as of 12 August), including:
Activities in pubs and nightclubs, except for restaurant operations in pubs and nightclubs.
The reasons given for this ban include crowd control difficulties, as well as continuous close contact within a confined space that increases the chance of being exposed to virulent droplets.
But why are some bars, pubs and nightclubs still open?
There are two answers to this question:
Owners are breaking the law, ORIt actually depends on their business license.
Back in May when confusion erupted over the operations of pubs and bars, Kuala Lumpur city mayor Datuk Nor Hisham Ahmad Dahlan explained that outlets with restaurant and liquor licences are allowed to operate.
There is actually no ban on serving alcohol at eateries as long as they have the licence to sell liquor from the Customs Department.
Only outlets with an entertainment licence such as pubs, (some) bars and nightclubs have to remain closed.
Typically, outlets that have entertainment license are those that have, well, entertainment.
Credit: Jon Tyson/Unsplash
Though the definition of “entertainment” is up to the local councils, it generally covers live music, pool, snooker, dart games, pubs, music, live band and dancing.
If these outlets also have a restaurant license, then they can actually remain open BUT strictly only conduct their restaurant operations as stated in MKN’s SOP.
Don’t be surprised if you get a compound
Credit: Berita Harian
Ismail Sabri has warned that the PDRM task force and local authorities are now carrying out joint spot checks on outlets and premises, to enable swifter and harsher punishments on offenders.
The police can issue compounds to those found violating RMCO health SOPs, while the local authorities can immediately take action against the owner of the premises – which include closing down the outlet and revoking their licenses.
If you’re unsure about going to a bar, these outlets are required to display their licenses at a “noticeable spot”, so you can always check before deciding whether to dine or drink at your favourite spot.

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Only Small Family Gatherings Allowed For Year-End Holidays, Covid-19 Self-Test Mandatory

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Following a live press conference by the Health Minister yesterday, YB Khairy Jamaluddin has announced that large-scale gatherings for Christmas and New Year’s Eve are not permitted during these times.

For private gatherings with close friends and family, is, however, allowed with a condition. They must undergo a Covid-19 self-test first, before going to the events.
Here’s a short 1-minute version of the announcement reported on Twitter yesterday by @MelGohCNA.

Strictly no large scale New Year’s eve countdown celebration this year but private gatherings among friends and family members to celebrate Christmas and New Year are allowed provided participants must undergo self tests : health minister Khairy Jamaluddin https://t.co/rcyYzpNycI pic.twitter.com/RHRnRrXjFQ— Melissa Goh (@MelGohCNA) December 16, 2021

The press conference yesterday was made to address the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic scene in Malaysia nowadays.
Also confirming in detail the second case of the Omicron variant on an 8-year-old girl in Malaysia traveling from Lagos, Nigeria, Khairy also announced precautions that should be taken against this new variant.
The decision included no mass gathering and also the need for booster vaccination doses.
This involves the announcement of mandatory booster shots for Sinovac recipients and for other recipients aged 60 and above. Failure to do so by February 2022 will revoke the ‘fully vaccinated’ status on their MySejahtera App.
READ MORE: Vaccine Booster Shot Is Now MANDATORY For Sinovac Recipients & Elderly
Check the full 30-minute press conference for more information here.

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Penang Photographer Roadtripped 2,500km Around M’sia And The Pics Are Jaw-Dropping! [Updated]

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Have you ever wanted to go on a road trip like they do in the movies? Just chilling and driving for hours, enjoying your company, stopping by some famous places along the way, inhaling that pristine breath of fresh air and just creating precious memories? Travelling goals, huh?

READ MORE: [Watch] Terengganu Dad Bought ‘Minibus’ To Take His Family Of 15 On Road Trip
Malaysia Federal Route 4Jalan Baling – Gerik, Gerik, Perak(Credit: Moooks Photography)
Well, that’s exactly what this Penangite did with his significant other. They went off a road trip from Penang, around the roads circling Peninsular Malaysia, and then back to their home.
Penang Bridge.(Credit: Moooks Photography)
Their journey went like this, connecting the dots around the map of Peninsular Malaysia via Malaysia Federal Route 3 and 5.
Penang – Perak – Kelantan – Terengganu – Pahang – Johor – Melaka – Negeri Sembilan – Selangor – Kuala Lumpur – Selangor – Perak – Pahang – Penang
Malaysia Federal Route 5 (FT 5) is one of the north-south federal highways that run along the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia while Malaysia Federal Route 3 (FT3) is also another north-south federal highway that runs along the east coast. FT5 spans across Jelapang, Perak to Skudai, Johor while FT3 spans across Rantau Panjang, Kelantan to Johor Bahru, Johor.
(Credit: Mok JC, Facebook)
As a professional photographer, Mok JC went on a road trip for 11 days and 10 nights around 10 states in Malaysia capturing breath-taking pictures of his pitstops along the way. Who knew Malaysia could look so good.
Marang Wave Breaker, Marang, Terengganu.(Credit: Moooks Photography)
There are pictures of roads, alleyways, buildings, monuments, houses, shops, beaches, forests, lakes, fields, waterfalls and tons more. Hey, Malaysia is indeed diverse, culturally AND geographically.
Lata Iskandar Waterfall in Perak (top left), Pantai Senok in Kelantan (top right), Tasik Temenggor in Perak (bottom left) and Bukit Keluang in Terengganu (bottom right).And no, you’re not on a National Discovery channel, you’re just seeing his awesome nature pictures. (Credit: Moooks Photography)
Mok Jc shared his trip on his Facebook, expressing the details of his journey from Penang until Pahang which was around 2,500 km. He even shared the expense that he used up for the trip which was approximately RM2,600 for two people.
Terowong Semi Lebuhraya Timur Barat in Perak (top left), Tanah Rata in Pahang (top right), Guillemard Railway Bridge in Kelantan (bottom left) and Marang Wave Breaker in Terengganu (bottom right).The awesome symmetry that he aligns in every picture is so satisfying to see!(Credit: Moooks Photography)
Of course, not all road trips go according to plan, the photographer also faced some challenges along the way and shared them in his post.
Even on his first day on the road, his car had some problems where the car’s water coolant was boiling. They also had problems with directions as Waze was not able to show routes due to no data coverage in some areas. He also found himself to be the only person early in the morning to hike up a mountain that he never knew existed. Quite an adventurous journey, wouldn’t you say?
Siti Khadijah Market in Kelantan (top left), Lexis Hibiscus Port Dickson in Negeri Sembilan (top right), Jonker Walk Heritage Area in Melaka (bottom left) and The Federal Territory Mosque in Kuala Lumpur (bottom right). (Credit: Moooks Photography)
He even used his drone to capture incredible and astonishing pictures of big buildings, vast street views and huge landscapes from an eagle’s eye view. Hey, we’ve never seen Malaysia like this before!
We reached out to Mok Jc for further insights on his trip. He shared a piece of advice for people out there who might wanna go on a road trip like this, in the future.
Even if your car has just gone through the full car maintenance service, you still need to observe the vehicle’s behaviour during the trip. Long drives on wavy roads are not what we usually do in town, so make sure to pay attention to your car thoroughly.
I’d love to attempt another trip again like this in Malaysia but next time, with deeper exploration and better preparation. Also, I’m also keen to go on a trip like this to other countries too so that’s in the bucket list as well. Mok JC, Wedding Photographer to TRP
Check more of his road trip pictures here and check out his work on his Instagram and website.
READ MORE: [Watch] Malaysian Cycles 134.8km In 5 Hours From Singapore To Batu Pahat To Save Money
READ MORE: 9 Places You Can Find ‘Treasure’ In The Klang Valley

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“Korea Filter” KF Face Masks In Malaysia May Be Fake, Warns Embassy

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The Korean Embassy has issued a warning to Malaysian consumers about the rising reports of fake face masks carrying the “Korea Filter” name.

These face masks, often bought online, are not actually tested and approved by Korean authorities, and could likely be inferior or low-quality products.
It is important to note that not all KF face masks sold on e-commerce platforms or pharmacies are from Korea, some are manufactured in other countries without being tested and approved by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) of the Republic of Korea.Korean Embassy
The KF face masks look like this– a different design from the common blue ones.(Credit: Lazada)
Just search any e-commerce platform and you’ll find plenty of face masks under the keywords “KF94 Face Mask”. Fakes will often have vague descriptors such as ‘reusable’, ‘washable’, ‘Korea style’, or ‘Korea FDA certified’. It’s also another red flag if there isn’t a proper product specification on the packaging.
Additionally, the Embassy warns against prices that seem too good to be true, particularly if they are lower than Korea’s own market price, which is going for RM4.38 per piece of KF-94 mask and RM2.16 per piece for the KF-AD mask.
Make sure to check your KF face masks to ensure the product is legitimate!(Credit: Fernando Fong)
If you have purchased a KF80, 94, or AD face mask and want to check its authenticity, you can do so here on the MFDS database (do note that everything is in Korean; see below for the guide on how to use it).
If the masks you have purchased are not on the database, there is a high chance that it is counterfeit and the Embassy firmly discourages its use.
A genuine KF face mask approved by MFDS should have this information:

How To Check If Your Mask Is Genuine
1. Search for the Product Name (품목명) OR Product Code on the back of your purchased mask. (The Embassy suggests using Google Lens to copy and paste the Korean text, or just search via the product code.)

2. Go to THIS website.

3. Paste the name of the Korean KF face mask or the product code.

4. If the product is a genuine KF face mask, it will show up on the list.

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Going To Balik Kampung In Sabah, Sarawak This Raya? Book AirAsia’s Extra Flights At Fixed Low Fares

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With Ramadhan coming in a few weeks, Raya is not that far away.

Tired of skipping Eid with your family in Sabah and Sarawak because the tickets are expensive during the festive season? Worry not, AirAsia has got your back.
AirAsia has recently announced additional flights with fixed fares to help connect families this upcoming Hari Raya Aidilfitri period.
The ticket prices are fixed from RM199 and RM249 one way from Peninsular Malaysia to Sarawak and Sabah respectively.
You can book your flights from now until 30 April for travel between 19 to 21 April 2023 and 28 to 30 April 2023.
For more info on the flight schedules from Kuala Lumpur and Johor Bharu to Sabah and Sarawak, take a look at their details here.
(Credit: AirAsia Newsroom)
Guests travelling during the Eid period are advised to arrive at the airport at least 2 hours before their scheduled departure time to avoid congestion. They are also highly encouraged to self-check in using the AirAsia Super App, available as early as 14 days before departure.
In line with the government’s efforts to lower the fares during the festive season
Minister of Transport, Anthony Loke said that this is his second time officiating AirAsia’s special ‘fixed fares’ for the festive season this year and he is deeply pleased that AirAsia is staying true to their commitment to support the government’s initiative to lower fares during these peak travel periods.
These fixed fares will enable  thousands of people to  ‘balik kampung’ and reunite with their nearest and dearest in an affordable manner. I implore other industry players to follow suit and bring down the cost of travel ‒ particularly during the festive periods for more folks to enjoy making precious memories with their friends and families.Anthony Loke, Minister of Transport Malaysia
(Credit: AirAsia Newsroom)
 Group CEO of AirAsia Aviation Group Limited, Bo Lingam also said that while the festive season is a time when the travel industry will hike up their prices, AirAsia is always committed to connecting guests with their loved ones at affordable prices.
He also thanked his Allstars team for dedicating their careers to providing world-class services to their guests in the last 21 years of operation.
We’re now at 164 aircraft as a group and our fleet number will be back to the full 229 in coming months – where we’ll be able to fly even more people at our award-winning low fares.My sincerest gratitude goes out to the Ministry for supporting AirAsia in our efforts to enable everyone to fly home this Raya. We wish all those celebrating a very happy Hari Raya and hope you all enjoy this special time with your families, and make sure to tuck into some delicious rendangBo Lingam, Group CEO of AirAsia Aviation Group Limited
So peeps, plan your balik kampung trips wisely for this Raya!
If you’re having trouble with anything related to them, try asking their new AI chatbot called Bo. And yes, it does look similar to their CEO, Bo Lingam. The similarity is uncanny.
For more info, visit AirAsia’s website, Facebook and Instagram.

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MAF: “Fatin Ilyana Only Came Seventh During Selection Period”

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Sprinter Fatin Ilyana Mat Nayan was not selected for the women’s 4x100m relay event in the upcoming Sea Games in Vietnam because she only came in seventh place during the selection period.

Malaysian Athletics Federation (MAF) President Datuk S.M. Muthu said that the selection committee had selected six sprinters for the women’s relay event during the Malaysian Open Athletics Championship on 5-6 March.
He said that all six sprinters were required to participate in the Kuala Lumpur All-Comers Championship on March 26 as only the best five will be selected for the upcoming May Sea Games in Hanoi.
Despite winning a bronze medal and clocking a time of 11.97s in the 100m event at the Kuala Lumpur All-Comers Championship, Fatin Ilyana couldn’t be selected for the Sea Games as the championship fell outside of the selection period.
“We appreciate what Fatin Ilyana has achieved so far, and we will monitor her progress in the future.
“Although her coach registered her for the KL All-Comers Championship and she had clocked a time of 11.97s in the 100m event, the federation decided that any achievements recorded during that time cannot be taken into account as the tournament was not part of the qualifiers for the SEA Games,”Muthu was quoted as saying by The Vibes.
In agreement with Muthu, Malaysian Olympic Council (MOC) Secretary-General Datuk Nazifuddin Najib said that athletes were selected based on their records during the selection period.
“We must respect the system and follow the deadlines. Once we have sent the final list (for SEA Games participation), we cannot change it by looking at new competition results,” he said.
The decision not to include the Langkawi-born sprinter drew criticism from netizens who believe that Fatin Ilyana should be given her debut in the biennial games based on her current form.
Read More: SEA Games: Netizens Cry Foul, Allege Bias In Athlete Selection

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Two Malaysian Students Beat Over 50,000 Global Applicants To Earn Their Spot At Harvard

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Two Malaysians students have done the country proud by beating great odds to be admitted into Harvard College, the undergraduate school of Harvard University.

Jarell Cheong Tze Wen from Kuala Lumpur and Muhammad Hamdi Ahmad Hakimi from Kuantan, Pahang rightfully earned their spots at the prestigious learning institution’s undergraduate Class of 2025.
Established in 1636, Harvard is the oldest institution of higher learning in the United States, and the Ivy League research university is regarded as among the most prestigious in the world.
Harvard College campus in Cambridge, Massachusetts.(Credit: Harvard College Admissions & Financial Aid/Facebook)
As such, the competition to enroll into Harvard is extremely fierce with thousands of talented applicants vying to earn a spot and call themselves a proud graduate of the institution.
This year, however, the competition reached historic heights as an unprecedented surge in applications (43% increase from last year) met Harvard’s lowest admission rate in its 385-year history. Only 3.43%, or 1,968 students out of the 57,435 applicants were accepted to the Class of 2025.
Which makes Jarell’s and Hamdi’s enrollment an exceptionally impressive achievement indeed!
This year Harvard College had the lowest admission rate in its 385-yr history (3.43%). Super proud that these 2 Msians beat the odds. It’s a testament to our public schools & commitment to education, but it also shows how 2 wildly different, talented kids can excel. Congrats! pic.twitter.com/W26SmCzStP— Nadiah Wan (@lapetitemaligne) April 13, 2021
The two wildly impressive Malaysians were interviewed by Malaysian Harvard Alumni Wan Nadiah (Group CEO of TMC Life Sciences and CEO of Thomson Hospital Kota Damansara) and Nick Khaw (Head of Research at Khazanah Nasional Berhad), who had nothing but praises to sing of the students.
There are many ways to Harvard College. Jarell and Hamdi exemplify that, being two very different candidates. However, they both did share something in common, a drive to do something and achieve it despite the circumstances they find themselves in.Wan Nadiah, Harvard Alumni interviewer.
What makes Hamdi and Jarell so damn impressive
Muhammad Hamdi Ahmad Hakimi.(Credit: Harvard Club of Malaysia)
Hamdi graduated from SM Sains Shah Alam and did his A-levels at Kolej Tuanku Abdul Ja’far as a Bank Negara Kijang Scholar.
Not only that, he is also a debater who gives tuition to secondary school students. In fact, the Kuantan boy who came from a difficult background learned how to speak English by participating in debate competitions at age 14 and decided to pay it forward by devoting himself to mentoring students in rural schools and teaching them debating.
Nick describes Hamdi as philosophical, discussing his worldviews and opinions on current affairs.
Hamdi’s story is an extraordinary one that we hope will inspire others. His challenging life experiences, including working several jobs to help his family make ends meet and attending boarding school to lessen the burden on his family, led him to observe and think deeply about the state of the world around him, pondering the merits of finite/infinite thinking and reading voraciously from Noam Chomsky to Za’aba.Nick Khaw, Harvard Alumni interviewer.
Jarell, on the other hand, is an all round whizz – the kind of genius that your parents would adore.
Jarell Cheong Tze Wen(Credit: Harvard Club of Malaysia)
The Sunway College student represented Malaysia at the SEA Games Dancesport and also competed under the Malaysian flag in the Asian Pacific Mathematical Olympiad and international chess tournaments. He is also a gifted student scoring all A* in his Cambridge International Exams.
Despite the Covid-19 restrictions, Jarell also managed to continue his passions and taught dance classes to youths aged 7-14 years over Zoom. He also pursued his interest in Mathematics independently, exploring beyond the A-levels curriculum to explore proof-based math.
This indicates a dedication and intellectual curiosity that goes beyond typical school-based curriculum.Wan Nadiah, Harvard Alumni interviewer.
At Harvard, Hamdi plans to further his studies in Economics while Jarell plans to major in Mathematics.
Congratulations to these two brilliant Malaysians, and we’re looking forward to their future success!

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1,968 total accepted to the Class of 2025 as regular-decision letters go out
Nadiah Wan - Harvard Club of Malaysia


Muhyiddin Blames Illegal Immigrants For Covid-19 Cases In Sabah

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The recent surge of Covid-19 cases in Sabah stemmed from undocumented migrants, according to Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin.

As a response to this, the Prime Minister said that the government will screen all detained illegal immigrants and place them in temporary quarantine and detention centres as the current ones have exceeded capacity.
He added that the government plans to add build more of these facilities and beef up security around the border to stop immigrants from entering the country.
In this regard, the government will open more new PTS to house detained illegal immigrants before they are deported. In the meantime, MOH staff has also been added to carry out the screening process on detained illegal immigrants. National security personnel will also be added to control the country’s borders to curb the entry of illegal immigrants, especially in Sabah.Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin via Facebook
Yesterday, the country recorded the highest number of cases since the coronavirus was first detected in Malaysia with 287 cases.
Kedah had the most number of newest cases at 129, followed by Sabah at 113 and then Selangor at 31.
He said this is due to cases occurring among detainees in prisons, targeted enhanced movement control order (TEMCO) areas and from the clusters that have already been identified and controlled.
All these areas are monitored at all times and case tracking activities and close contacts are carried out actively to ensure that positive cases can be detected and isolated. This has resulted in more positive cases of COVID-19 being detected and contributing to daily statistics in the country.Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin via Facebook

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No More Summons, It’s Now Straight To Court For Those Caught Using Phones While Driving, Says PDRM

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Malaysians caught using mobile phones while driving will now be brought to court.

According to the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM), as Malaysians continue to ignore the dangers of using mobile phones while on the road, starting July 6, 2020, it is now considered a non-compoundable offense under Rule 17A, LN166/59 of the Road Traffic Rules 1959.
Those caught in the act can be punished with a fine of up to RM2,000, 3 to 6-months jail time, or both.
This means that instead of having to just pay a simple saman, offenders would now have to appear in court to settle their case.

Reportedly, PDRM identified 3 main causes of road accidents in Malaysia being; bad driving attitude, being tired and fatigue as well as using phones while driving.
A study published by the Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research (MIROS) revealed that Malaysians are very much inclined to use their mobile phones on the road, especially at traffic stops and during traffic jams.

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Using Mobile Phone while Driving as a Contributing Factor to Road Crashes among Motorist in Klang Valley: A Self-Reported Study


[Watch] “It’s Our First Car” Couple Buys Red Kancil With EPF Fund So Kids Can Travel Comfortably Rain Or Shine

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There have been various opinions on how to best utilise the RM10,000 that could be withdrawn from the Employees Provident Fund (KWSP).

In the best-case scenario, the money is left untouched and saved. However, sometimes the lump sum of money is all that anyone has.
READ MORE: Govt To Allow A Special RM10,000 EPF Withdrawal
READ MORE: How To Apply For EPF’s RM10,000 Special Withdrawal And Check Your Eligibility
For this family, the money was used to purchase the family’s first car so both of their children could travel and get to school comfortably.
  @atikah_la_la_la rezeki anak2 dapat duit kwsp terus beli kereta😊 ♬ Tetap Disini – Maulana Ardiansyah
A woman named Atikah shared on TikTok that she and her husband felt very grateful to be able to buy their first car although it’s a small Perodua Kancil.
The family of four have been travelling on one motorcycle all this time. Whenever they need to make milk for the kids, they would have to stop by the roadside to make the drink quickly.
Both of my children can finally experience having a car. Before this, we go anywhere on motorcycle under the hot sun. When the kids need milk, we have to sit by the roadside to make the milk.Atikah said.
Atikah said seeing her oldest child reacting in awe when they sent her to school in the bright red car gave her a feeling of satisfaction. A feeling other parents can relate to as well.
  @atikah_la_la_la baru lepas amik anak sekolah muka gembira anak😁 ♬ suara asli  – Els Warouw🎶
For many netizens, Atikah’s videos were an eye-opener because everyone has their own struggles and the EPF money could truly help someone else.
They were touched to see the family finally got to travel in a car for the first time. A netizen said she also smiled when Atikah’s daughter beamed in the car.

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Photo Of A Dog Being Dragged And Tied To A Lorry Goes Viral And People Are Enraged

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The Earth is a place that belongs to all living beings. It is our duty as human beings to find a way to live with all of them in harmony. However recently it does not seem to be the case.

A viral photo of a dog being tied to the back of a lorry with what looks like a metal chain and being dragged on the road has been flooding social media platforms.
From the photo that was shared, it can be seen that there is no movement from the dog and it can be assumed that the animal is unconscious.
Anjing dirantai, diseret atas jalan rayaPETALING JAYA- Seekor anjing ditemui dalam keadaan menyayat hati apabila dirantai dan diseret oleh sebuah lori di Serdang Jaya baru-baru ini.Menerusi Instagram Salehatul Khuzaimah M.Ali, diperlihatkan anjing yang berwarna hitam itu… pic.twitter.com/ZA9iLgH7A6— MYNEWSHUB (@mynewshub) April 27, 2023
According to a netizen known as @drimavet, this incident is believed to take place at Serdang Jaya at 6 am.
According to Persatuan Haiwan Terbiar Malaysia (SAFM), they received the photo of the incident through their public hotline on the same day of the incident.
In their Facebook post, SAFM stated that they are not sure how far the poor animal was dragged or what is the state of the animal.
“According to what can be seen, it is possible that this dog has already died from being tortured like this.”
Witnesses to the incident were requested by SAFM to file a complaint with the Veterinary Department. SAFM also urged the authorities to look into the matter.
Since this incident hit social media platforms people have been fuming with anger.
Neraka buat pelaku— Niko (@IzzulHazreel) April 27, 2023
Kalau la ni mmg sengaja moga org yg heret tu cacat seumur hidup, kudung kaki tangan terseksa sepanjang hayat— Ayu Suriani (@ayusuriani91) April 27, 2023
Apa salah anjing tu, dia pun makhluk Allah, tak perlu lah diperlakukan begitu, mmg tak berperikemanusiaan betul si pelaku tu— sam synder (@easysam_) April 27, 2023
However, one of the netizens questioned if the culprit is the lorry driver or if the individual was not aware of the situation.
question is, is the lorry driver the culprit that tie the dog to his truck or someone else did this to the poor dog and the driver just simply unaware.. either way, investigation need to be done asap. may Allah punish those cruel humans severely, they should not rest in peace!— FairlyFairEnof (@dLyaHere) April 27, 2023
According to the Animal Welfare Act 2015, torturing animals is prohibited and is punishable by a maximum 2-year prison sentence, a maximum RM100,000 fine, or both.

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Man With Crutches Forced To Climb Stairs At Ampang Park LRT Station, Lift Broken Since 2021

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A lot of the public facilities in Malaysia are not disabled friendly and it’s often not maintained well or are left in disrepair. This makes life difficult for the disabled community who usually get around the city using public transport.

A Twitter user Pearly (@xxpearlyxx) recently shared a photo of a man on crutches slowly making his way up the stairs at the Ampang Park LRT station.
She felt sorry for him because he had to hobble his way up the stairs because the lift at the station is still not repaired since last year.
Rapid KL said guests who need extra help can reach out to the staff working behind the counter.
Hai, lift di stesen Ampang Park masih lagi di dalam penyelenggaraan. Pelanggan boleh minta bantuan staff di kaunter. Staff boleh bantu.— Ask Rapid KL (@AskRapidKL) May 18, 2022
However, netizens think it isn’t enough for disabled commuters to keep requesting help from the staff.
They think the lift has been left in disrepair long enough and it also inconveniences the elderly commuters.
A netizen also pointed out that it doesn’t make sense for commuters to ask for help from the bottom of the stairs because the staff counter is situated upstairs.
Netizens said that the staff are often unfriendly too so asking for help may not be a good idea.
Even if the commuters ask for help, is the staff supposed to carry the disabled or elderly commuters?
What a tone deaf reply from a customer service personnel. It’s been a year, what and why is it taking so long? It’s causing inconvenience to your customers. Jeez, man. Speed things up.— Wan Afifi Zawawie (@afifizawawie) May 19, 2022
Kaunter kat atas ke kat bawah? Jenis reply memang tak pakai otak ke? Jadi abang ni nak kena jerit panggil staf ke daripada bawah tangga tu? Tara yotak punya reply.— ‘AJ 🇲🇾🏴 (@aqiljunaidi_) May 18, 2022
I bawa my grandma naik lrt then lif rosak.Tanya staff kat situ dia cakap tunggu kejap but almost 30min.Then my grandma trpksa trun tangga.Bila ada alternatif lain x diorg ckp suruh naik lrt balik trun stesen sebelah sbb lif yg sebelah sana tak rosak.Kennot brain🙂— 🐳Mimie⁷🐳 (@whalien00052) May 18, 2022
What exactly can the staff do to help? How bout you share the estimated completion time instead hmm?— nf 🧣 (@109degreec) May 18, 2022
Staff angkat gendong sampai atas atau macam mana? Kenapa perkhidmatan tak mesra golongan oku & warga emas? Kurang yakin la part staff nak bantu, kat kaunter pun tak mesra.It’s time to upgrade. Sooner or later, tak mustahil Malaysia ni ketinggalan jauh dari Indonesia.— E • F • F • I • E (@effie_mohamad) May 18, 2022
Previously, the escalator connecting Ampang Park LRT and Intermark Mall caught fire but it also took a long time for it to be repaired.
READ MORE: [Watch] Escalator At Ampang Park LRT Catches Fire, No One Injured
It takes a while for repair works to start
It’s not the first time when repairs at LRT station took ages to even start at all. Last year, netizens complained about the broken escalator at Sri Rampai LRT that has not been repaired for at least five years and counting.
At first, the repair work wasn’t initiated because the spare parts didn’t arrive in time. Rapid KL later said it wasn’t under its jurisdiction to carry out repair works.
READ MORE: “Complain To DBKL” RapidKL Says Broken Escalator At LRT Station Not Their Problem To Fix

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6-Month Moratorium Starts Tomorrow But You’ll Pay More Later If Tenure Is Longer, Says Bank Negara

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Borrowers who opt for the six-month long moratorium will see an increase in overall costs of borrowing as the interest or profit will continue to accrue on deferred payments, said Bank Negara.

The Central Bank issued a statement today, announcing that individual and microenterprise borrowers, as well as SMEs affected by the pandemic, may start applying for the six-month moratorium from 7 July 2021 onwards.
In addition to the moratorium, local banks will also offer a reduction in installments and other packages, including rescheduling and restructuring financing to suit the specific financial circumstances of borrowers.
Banks will not charge interest on interest, or profit on profit (i.e. compounding interest/profit), or any penalty interest/profit during the period of assistance.Bank Negara Malaysia
However, opting to maintain lower installments after the moratorium would result in a longer loan tenure, increasing the loan amount, said Bank Negara.
How you can apply for the moratorium
BNM said that borrowers can apply online through a web form or an auto-generated email that will be available on their selected bank’s website to provide their personal and financing details.
Borrowers can also phone their banks and guidance will be provided by the customer service officer.
If borrowers are unable to use these digital channels, they may also visit their bank branches to submit their request for the moratorium. However, they are advised to check with respective banks on any changes in operating hours or arrangements for over-the-counter services due to movement restrictions.Bank Negara Malaysia
The repayment assistance, Bank Negara said, is applicable for financing approved before 1 July 2021.

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Malaysia’s First-Ever Drone Deliveries Arrive As AirAsia Unveils Testing Phase In Putrajaya

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High tech drone delivery will soon be available for the Malaysian public!

Science, Technology & Innovation Minister Khairy Jamaluddin announced that he has tested out Malaysia’s first Extended Visual Line of Sight drone delivery in Cyberjaya over the weekend.
The drone delivery took flight as part of Teleport, AirAsia Digital’s logistics venture, in colloboration with the government’s Malaysian Global Innovation and Creativity Centre (MaGIC).
Right now, it is only in its testing phase at the National Technology and Innovation Sandbox (NTIS), a facility that allows researchers, innovators, startups and high-tech entrepreneurs to test their products, services, business models and delivery mechanisms in a live environment.
Malaysia’s first Extended Visual Line of Sight drone delivery today in Cyberjaya. I ordered two tshirts from @airasia and got it delivered in less than 5 mins. 6 months testing in @SandboxMalaysia for @CAA_Malaysia to enhance regulations. Then drone deliveries to you! pic.twitter.com/0yGTcnIGgK— Khairy Jamaluddin 🇲🇾🌺 (@Khairykj) March 6, 2021
The project aims to explore the long-term viability of an urban drone delivery service in Malaysia.
However, there are also plenty of opportunities for the service outside of package delivery in urban areas.
The drone delivery of goods can be expanded and scaled up beyond e-commerce, such as delivery of essential or medical supplies to areas that are rural, remote, or affected by natural disasters. Khairy Jamaluddin, Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation
CEO of airasia Group, Tan Sri Tony Fernandes, also notes that the expansion could potentially help provide employment opportunities for those who lost their jobs in the aviation industry, which has been heavily crippled by the pandemic.
Most importantly, this innovation will allow us to create new and high-tech job opportunities for Malaysians. The ability to pivot is part of our culture and while some are losing their jobs in aviation, we offer a second chance for them to build a new career with us through e-commerce.Tan Sri Tony Fernandes, CEO of airasia Group
We will still need to wait before drones show up at our doorstep with our online purchases, however, as the project is currently only in its testing phase.
This first phase, lasting six months, will assess the capability, experience, approval process, deployment readiness, and service expansion of the drone operators. If all goes well, the service will be deployed and potentially expanded to the country.

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Ex-top Cop Amar Singh Rubbished RPK’s Claims That He Brought His Girlfriend To Raid Najib’s House

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Retired police personnel Datuk Seri Amar Singh had strongly denied allegations made by controversial blogger Raja Petra Kamarudin that his girlfriend was present at a raid on former premier Datuk Seri Najib Razak’s home in May 2018.

According to The Star, the former Bukit Aman Commercial Crime Investigation Department (CCID) director said he would lodge a police report against Raja Petra, popularly known by his moniker RPK, following the allegation made through his Malaysia Today portal.
“Detailed records were made of what was recovered. No such (civilian) lady was present nor anything removed as alleged.
“It is important to note that the raid was conducted by a team comprising several deputy directors and assistant directors of the police, very senior police officers, of which, some later became directors and state police chiefs,” Amar was quoted as saying.
He added that the raid was the biggest raid in the history of the Royal Malaysia Police force where 70 police personnel across several divisions – including from CCID, Special Action Unit (UTK), CID and the Traffic department – were involved in the operation.
“There is just no way anything can go through this team without anyone noticing. Moreover, this team just met on the day of the raid.
“There is therefore no possibility of any conspiracy to cover up. I had purposely comprised all my teams from different elements so as to prevent future false allegations by mercenaries like RPK about the raid,” said Amar.
Amar, who retired from the force at the end of 2018, several months after the raid on Najib’s house, also added that the entire operation process was photographed and recorded on video by an independent team from CID.
“Furthermore the building where the raid was conducted has more than 100 CCTV cameras and more than 50 reporters were waiting in the lobby, the only exit out of the building at the time.
“None of the reporters saw a civilian lady walking out from the raid, that too with a large suitcase as alleged.”
In his blog posting yesterday, Raja Petra claimed that he was informed by a policeman that not only Amar’s girlfriend was present during the raid on Naib’s house, but she also left with one of the bags that was seized by the police during its operation in 2018.

Amar also said that he was informed that another senior police officer who was present during the raid will also lodge a report against Raja Petra due to the allegations that he made.
In a related matter, Amar denied that he had migrated to Canada, adding that he would stay in the country till the day he dies.
“If one has done one’s duty with integrity there is certainly nothing to worry about,” he said.
He also challenged Raja Petra to return home and present all the evidence he had on the case.
A host of luxury items including 52 branded handbags were confiscated from six premises linked to Najib that was raided by the police in May 2018.
The raids were linked to Najib’s involvement in the 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) scandal.

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[VIDEO] Kid Dances With Frontliners In Covid-19 Center

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A heart-warming video of a small kid being entertained by PPE-clad frontliners have tickled social media, as many netizens fawn over the adorable exchange.

The video was taken at a Covid-19 quarantine center, and shows a cute chubby child cheerily dancing with healthcare personnel as they show him a video on a phone.
KETEPI SEMUAAAAAAAA!!!!!! VIDEO PALING COMEL SETAKAT NI!! pic.twitter.com/54NmLKV3Tr— Tengok Pinned Tweet! (@OwToTheZie) June 30, 2021
The Tweet got plenty of responses from other netizens who noted that there are actually many children in these quarantine centers.
Time aku kena kuarintin pun ade budak kecik. Dia yg positif ayah dia tak. Satu line katil melayan dia. 10hari tak dengar dia nangis langsung 🤣🤣 pic.twitter.com/VC8rYZqCVh— Ibsam (@Ibsam_) June 30, 2021
Yes, even children under the age of 12 years old who are Covid-19 positive are required to go to the quarantine centers as well. However, they may be accompanied by their parent or guardian, even if the adult is not Covid-19 positive.
Although the video is heart-warming during a stressful time, it’s still a grim reminder that Covid-19 affects our youth and innocent children as well.
Our children are not safe
Additionally, although vaccinations have recently been approved for teens 12-years-old and above from the original recommendation of 18-years-old, there are plenty of younger children who cannot receive the vaccination yet, putting them at risk of contracting the virus.
In fact, the highest number of children who have been infected with Covid-19 are in the 7-12 year old category, followed by older children aged 13-17. Alarmingly, even babies under the age of 4-years-old have seen a large number of infections.
As of 29 June 2021, the Health Ministry has reported that the total number of infection in children under the age of 18 stands at 116,378.
Highest cases of Covid-19 infections:Teens aged 13-17: 37,205 (Average of 7,441 cases per age)Children aged 7-12: 38,206 (Average of 6,368 cases per age)Young children aged 5-6: 12,055 (Average of 6,028 cases per age)Babies aged 0-4: 28,912 (Average of 5,782 cases per age)
Dari 25 Januari 2020 hingga 29 Jun 2021, seramai 116,378 kanak-kanak berumur kurang 18 tahun dijangkiti COVID-19. #COVID19 #LindungDiriLindungSemua pic.twitter.com/tjFi1qEjYM— KKMalaysia🇲🇾 (@KKMPutrajaya) June 30, 2021
While it’s comforting to see that our children will be well taken care of even at our Covid-19 quarantine centers, the community must still do our utmost best to ensure the prevention of the virus to the children in the first place.

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