Tougher Covid-19 SOP Almost Definitely In The Works

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Malaysia might go back into another nationwide Covid-19 lockdown of sorts, or at least implement stricter rules for people when out and about.

Reportedly, Senior Minister (Defence) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob revealed that the government plans to tighten Covid-19 guidelines or standard operating procedures (SOP) under the Movement Control Order (MCO).
As you would remember when Covid-19 cases in the country went down, restrictions set during the MCO were loosened following the subsequent Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO) and Recovery Movement Order (RMCO) periods.
Now with daily infections at double digits, authorities are to meet on finalizing details of the SOPs during a special ministerial meeting on Monday (July 27).
Meanwhile, Ismail Sabri also reports that police are on the hunt for nearly 3,000 people who are undergoing mandatory home quarantine after arriving in Malaysia from overseas, for refusing to take their second Covid-19 screening.
The minister explained that 2,897 individuals who were supposed to report for testing on their 13th day of quarantine, have failed to do so.
Ismail Sabri said that starting Monday, those who continue to avoid getting tested would be arrested and taken to court.
This comes after news of irresponsible individuals spotted defying compulsory home quarantines instructions.
Since then, the government had reopened quarantine facilities across the nation to isolate incoming travelers and returnees for a mandatory 14-day quarantine period.

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RMCO: Govt to tighten SOP again - Ismail Sabri
Covid-19 New Cases In Double Digits: PM Warns MCO May Return If They Keep Increasing
SOP PKPP diketatkan semula
Police to hunt down, charge nearly 3,000 who refused second Covid-19 screening


Finance Ministry Waiting For Official Report After Minor Fire Broke Out In HQ

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People were alarmed when they saw a viral video showing a fire breaking out at the Ministry of Finance in Putrajaya yesterday afternoon (6 December).

Based on MOF’s statement, a small fire broke out in the waste management store located on the ground floor of the North Block of MOF headquarters around 2.26pm.
Precinct 7 Fire and Rescue Station deputy chief M Surass said they received a call around 2.34pm and three fire engines arrived at the scene at 2.41pm.

The fire had been brought under control by the building’s emergency response team. The firefighters then took over and continued to extinguish the fires completely and the operation ended at 3.39pm.
No one was injured in the incident and MOF is still waiting for the official report from the relevant authorities regarding the cause of the fire.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim officially began his duties as Finance Minister and clocked in at the MOF building at 7.58am on the same day.

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Husband Beats Wife To Death After She Exposes His Adultery On Social Media

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A woman in Batu 9, Cheras, was killed by her husband after she exposed his adultery on social media.

Kajang District Police Chief Assistant Commissioner Mohd Zaid Hassan said they received a police report from the Kajang Hospital medical officer at 9.16 am last Sunday regarding a 28-year-old woman.
She was unconscious when admitted to the hospital by her husband.
Harian Metro quoted him saying that the victim was later confirmed dead.
An external examination of the victim found bruises on several limbs of the victim.
The autopsy results found that the cause of death was an abdominal injury due to a decisive blow using a blunt weapon.Assistant Commissioner Mohd Zaid Hassan elaborating on the cause of the woman’s death.
Infidelity, The Ultimate Betrayal
Mohd Zaid said the police then arrested the victim’s 38-year-old husband, a mechanic, for further investigation on the same day.
Police said the suspect was angry with the victim because she posted about his adultery on social media.
Mohd Zaid said the investigation into the case found evidence linking the suspect.
The case was referred to the Selangor Deputy Public Prosecutor, and he agreed to charge the suspect under Section 302 of the Penal Code.Assistant Commissioner Mohd Zaid Hassan elaborating on the charge against the suspect.
The suspect will be charged in the Kajang Magistrate’s Court this Monday.
Condolence Messages From Netizens
Condolences from netizens and people who know the couple poured in as soon as the news of the incident was reported.
Many were shocked when they heard the shocking news, pointing out that violence or abuse in any form will have serious consequences.
The couple’s neighbours said they were shocked as the couple seemed to be doing well in their marriage, with little signs of arguments or altercations.
  @malaysianupdatenews Salam takziah. Al-fatihah. 😭 #beritaditiktok #NewsAtTikTok #TrendingNewsMalaysia #malaysianupdate ♬ original sound  – Malaysian Update
Others said it is a reminder of why we should talk about domestic violence.
The more we talk about domestic violence, the more likely it becomes that we build awareness, and identify abusive behaviours.
Actions can then be taken to prevent harm to people in our communities who may be family, friends, neighbours, or coworkers.

At the same time, some netizens said infidelity must be dealt with but not by bringing it to social media.
Any couple should take some time before reacting, accept responsibility, identify needs and seek help, among others.

What Does Abuse Do To A Person?
Physical abuse can cause many chronic (long-lasting) health problems, including heart problems, high blood pressure, and digestive problems.
A person who is abused is also more likely to develop depression, anxiety, or eating disorders.
Intimate partner violence takes on many different forms, including physical, sexual, emotional, economic, psychological, and stalking and/or harassment.
Offenders use every way possible to control their victims, so most victims experience more than one form of abuse.

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A Dream Destroyed: Worlds Largest Plane Ruined By Russia

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The world’s largest plane, Antonov AN-225 was destroyed during a recent Russian attack in an airfield near Kyiv, Ukraine.

It is estimated that the cost to repair the plane, which was also called “Mriya”, meaning “dream” in Ukrainian, would cost over RM12.6 billion and take over five years.
The incident involving the one of a kind aircraft that was not serially produced was also confirmed by the Ukrainian government.
Ukraine currently doesn’t have access to the plane as the airport which Mriya was undergoing its repair and routine maintenance was currently occupied by the Russian force.
According to a tweet by the Antonov aviation company, the plane has been examined by experts, however, its condition is unknown.
Update on the information of #AN225 "Mriya" aircraft: Currently, until the AN-225 has been inspected by experts, we cannot report on the technical condition of the aircraft.  Stay tuned for further official announcement.#StopRussia #StopRussiaAggression #Ukraine pic.twitter.com/EHyHVFJJXc— ANTONOV Company 🇺🇦 (@AntonovCompany) February 27, 2022
An enterprise associated with Ukraine’s defence industry, Ukroboronprom tweeted that the country will make every effort so that Russia pays for the damages.
#Russia hit #Mriya as symbol of #Ukraine’s aviation capabilities. #An225 Mriya — #avia giant, which holds records for transportation of biggest commercial cargo & longest, heaviest monoloading, lifting capacity in history of aviation https://t.co/GYFno1SAOo#StopRussianaggression pic.twitter.com/2BUDZA53Wc— ДК УкрОборонПром (@ukroboronprom) February 27, 2022
Mriya’s last flight was on 5 February from Billund, Denmark and landed in Gostomel, Ukraine.
Historically, the Antonov was designed and built in the 80s when Ukraine was still part of the Soviet Union (USSR) to transport the Buran space orbiter.
(Credit: Vasiliy Koba via WikiMedia)

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The Day After An Evening Of Short Speeches (Timeline)

The nationâ€™s sovereignty is at a standstill.
In his official address to the nation on Wednesday, Interim Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad had proposed the idea of forming a non-partisan unity government to lead the country, while Pakatan Harapanâ€™s (PH) brief announcement nominated PKR president Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim as its candidate for Malaysiaâ€™s next prime minister.
Meanwhile, the BN-PAS Muafakat Nasional are calling to dissolve the Parliament and for the nation to host fresh elections.
However, with no single side commanding a clear majority in the Dewan Rakyat, all eyes are now on Istana Negara as the nation waits for the Yang diPertuan Agong (YDPA) Al-Sultan Abdullah Riâ€™ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah to decide whatâ€™s next for Malaysia.
Tune in with TRP for more updates on the issue.
Thursday – Feb 27, 2020
11:33pm – PH presidential council considers Dr Mahathir announcing a special Parliament session a challenge to the Agong’s authority. [New Straits Times]

9:18pm – Bersatu chairman Dr Mahathir says that he is willing to cooperate with Umno MPs who leave the party but not the party itself while mentioning that Bersatu’s president Muhyiddin Yassin is prepared to accept Umno. [Malay Mail]

6:11pm – Electoral watchdog Bersih 2.0 is against the idea of forming a non-partisan unity government and calls for new elections. [The Star]

5:58pm – Dr Mahathir says that Muhyiddin Yassin was being considered by Bersatu as its choice for the prime minister position. [Free Malaysia Today]

5:40pm – Dr Mahathir announced that a special Parliament session will be held on March 2 to determine which candidate commands the majority of the Dewan Rakyat. If the Dewan cannot come to a conclusion, then it’s likely that the country will host new elections. [The Star]

(Credit: Miera Zulyana/Malay Mail)
4:14pm – Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Tan Sri Abdul Hamid Bador meets with Dr Mahathir at PMO. [Malay Mail]
3:52pm – PAS Mursyidul Am or Spiritual Leader, Datuk Hashim Jasin says that the party remains loyal to Umno under the Muafakat Nasional coalition and would accept any nomination for the prime minister post by the YDPA while stressing that the party is not willing to work with DAP. [Berita Harian]
4:00pm – PHâ€™s uncertain on whether to allow Bersatu to rejoin the coalition. Anwar Ibrahim said that the coalition’s position on the matter changes â€œday by dayâ€. [Malay Mail]

3:41pm – Chairman of the Umno Council of Advisors Tan Sri Tengku Razaleigh Hamzah attends party meeting at PWTC. [New Straits Times]

3:44pm – Anwar Ibrahim says that Dr Mahathir is no longer part of PH with his return as Bersatu chairman as the party had already left the PH coalition. [Free Malaysia Today]

2:47pm – Muhyiddin Yassin meets with Dr Mahathir at the Prime Ministerâ€™s Office (PMO) in Putrajaya. [New Straits Times]
2:13pm – Umno calls its division chiefs for an emergency meeting at the partyâ€™s headquarters at the Putra World Trade Centre (PWTC), Kuala Lumpur. [Free Malaysia Today]

1:40pm – PH leaders meet for an unscheduled meeting at the  Eastin Hotel, Petaling Jaya. [Malay Mail]

1:09pm – Dr Mahathir has reclaimed his post as Bersatu chairman [Harian Metro]

12:48pm – DAP secretary-general Lim Guan Eng says that Dr Mahathir refused to remain as PH prime minister candidate and commit to PH election manifesto. [Malay Mail]
12:32pm – Umno and PAS denied nominating Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu) president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin for the prime minister position. [Malay Mail]
12:18pm – The Conference of Rulers will convene for a meeting on Friday at the Istana Negara. [The Star]
The Malaysian Council of Rulers (Majlis Raja-Raja) is comprised of 9 Malay state monarchs.(Credit: Bernama)
11:34am – Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Mohamad Ariff Md Yusof said that the Parliament and its operations are prepared for any eventualities resulting from the nationâ€™s current political state. [New Straits Times]

10:53am – Dr Mahathir at Istana Negara for an audience with the YDPA. [Berita Harian]

9:50am – Umno calls political parties to join the Muafakat Nasional coalition and work together in the 15th general election. [Malay Mail]

Catch up on what happened on Sunday (Feb 23), Monday (Feb 24), Tuesday (Feb 25) and Wednesday (Feb 26).
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Malaysian Game ‘Kabaret’ Is Inspired By Southeast Asian Monsters And Folklore

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Malaysian game studio Persona Theory Games has released a dark fantasy folklore adventure game named Kabaret and it’s downloadable on Steam for RM49.

What’s special about Kabaret is that it features monsters from Southeast Asian myths and folklore. The visual novel follows Jebat, a Penang boy who was cursed and turned into a beast.
He has 30 nights to try and break his curse. During his journey in the mystical Alam Bunian, Jebat meets and confronts monsters both supernatural and human.
To gather more information about the monster that cursed him, he works as a tea leaf reader in Kabaret after its owner, The Caretaker, takes him in.
#Kabaret is a visual novel about a boy cursed into a monster.📖 Talk to monsters & learn their stories🍵 Brew tea 🕹 Play minigames🐲 Inspired by Southeast Asian myths and folkloreComing to Steam, Epic, Xbox on 5th of April#indiegame #MadewithUnity pic.twitter.com/jAIVLnoh6E— Kabaret 🍵 – OUT NOW!! (@personatheorymy) March 25, 2023
Persona Theory Managing Director Saqina Latiff told IGN Southeast Asia that the inspiration to create a game around mythical monsters of Southeast Asia came from how much we know about Western Gods and myths instead of our own.
Western Gods and myths are more familiar to us and we’ve somewhat adopted the Japanese and Korean culture into our own. Maybe it’s just us trying to be romantic in trying to get to know our ancestors and the stories they used to tell.Persona Theory Managing Director Saqina Latiff
Saqina added that the game’s setting is inspired by old cabarets from the ‘60s that feature various performances, like a club. The game also features songs by musicians in Southeast Asia.
So far, reviews are positive. IGN Southeast Asia wrote that the choices a player makes in the game affect the game’s ending and each playthrough is different enough to make it worth replaying.
A Twitter user Burhan (@BurhanPlays) liked how the art in the game is beautifully outlined in gold, akin to showcasing batik patterns.
Another Twitter user Hani (@HaniAmy) praised the introduction song at the start of the game.
Congratulations to Malaysian studio @personatheorymy on releasing their game, Kabaret!It’s available on Steam for RM49.One detail I love about this game is that a lot of the art is golden-outlined. A brilliant adoption of batik.It’s like playing a living batik showcase. pic.twitter.com/iJxamoslJx— Burhan (@BurhanPlays) April 5, 2023
Tengah main Kabaret ni haaaa~ lagu intro sedap! #HaniPlays pic.twitter.com/Aj9YqvBvyN— Hani 🎮「Octopath Traveler 2」 (@HaniAmy) April 4, 2023

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Covid-19: Most Deaths Today Since March

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Six Covid-19 patients have died today, the highest death toll in a day since March, announced Health Director-General Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah.

Dr Noor Hisham explained that the patients who succumbed to the viral infections were from Sabah and half of them had also suffered from comorbidities.
#COVID19 Enam kematian baharu dilaporkan hari ini dan semuanya di Sabah. Semua 6 kematian melibatkan warganegara. Salam takziah daripada KKM kepada keluarga mangsa. pic.twitter.com/bXqF7DbfqV— KKMalaysia🇲🇾 (@KKMPutrajaya) October 9, 2020
The highest death toll in a day due to Covid-19 was last recorded on 29 March with 8 patients passing away.
Today, 354 new Covid-19 cases were recorded, bringing the total of active cases to 3,863.
Terkini #COVID19Malaysia 9 Okt 2020Kes sembuh=188Jumlah kes sembuh= 10,707 kesKes positif= 354(kes import=2, kes tempatan=352)Jumlah positif= 14,722 kesKes kematian= 6Jumlah kes kematian= 152 kesKes dirawat di ICU= 68 kesBantuan Alat Pernafasan= 25 kes pic.twitter.com/OSzKTRH3DB— KKMalaysia🇲🇾 (@KKMPutrajaya) October 9, 2020

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Malaysian Man Alleged Mastermind In International Human Organ Black Market

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A Malaysian has been marked as an alleged organ trafficker who preys on the poor and desperate from around the world.

United Kingdom (UK) paper, The Sun, reported that a 48-year-old Malaysian man has been allegedly involved in the illegal organ trade since 2010 and works as a broker to arrange the buying and selling of human body parts.
Supposedly, the man specializes in the trade of kidneys and is said to be the “mastermind” behind over 40 illicit sales on the black market.
According to The Sun, the man’s modus operandi involves seeking those who are desperate enough to sell their kidneys for money and connecting them to potential buyers for a fee amounting to thousands of ringgit.
Reportedly, the sale of kidneys could cost a buyer around RM460,000. The organ seller would be sent to either China or the Philippines to undergo operations.
Apparently, the man also uses social media sites like Facebook to conduct business.
Parts of the human body which can be harvested and transplanted.(macrovector/Freepik)
Organ transplantation is a life-saving treatment which suffers from a global shortage.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), over 130,000 organ transplants are performed worldwide but this only represents 10% of the global need for the procedure.
This organ shortage led to the creation of the international organ trade and a growing business in “transplant tourism”.
Malaysia also suffers from an organ shortage, with kidneys being a hot item.
Reportedly, over 22,000 kidney failure patients are waiting for transplants as of 2019, forcing desperate people to seek illegal options abroad.

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ORGANS FOR SALE Kidney trafficker brags to The Sun about luring poor victims into selling organs to desperate Brits on Facebook for £85k
The state of the international organ trade: a provisional picture based on integration of available information
Lam Thye: Malaysia in dire need of kidney donors
Organ Donation


Everything You Need To Know About ‘Cinta Bae Kicap’, The Malay Drama With A Racist Title

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In the height of the Black Lives Matter (BLM) protests in the United States (US), Malaysia’s paid cable-TV network is being put on the spot for recently airing a rerun of a 2017 Malay drama with an unsightly title; Cinta Bae Kicap.
The show produced by JD Production Sdn Bhd depicts the standard premise of a Malay soap-opera, where a Malay girl falls in love with an African boy whose relationship is frowned upon by her mother and the people around them.
Since the telemovie went back on the air, a number of Malaysian had come out to voice their concerns and disapproval online over the use of a racial slur against dark-skinned people, particularly those of African descent, in the show’s title as well as its content – as the word ‘kicap’ generally translates to mean ‘soy sauce’.
On Astro Prima now – Cinta Bae Kicap. And I’m just gonna leave the summary of the show here. You decide. I don’t know how I feel about this. pic.twitter.com/FCdwhY7E7A— Lynn (@lynnzieee) June 3, 2020
Astro Prima showing drama Cinta ‘Bae’ Kicap.In the drama they are calling an African guy as Si Kicap. I wonder if it is rude or what?Is it considered offensive?— Sathish Sarma 🇲🇾 I’m Malaysian. (@SathishSarma) June 9, 2019
Istg man…. pic.twitter.com/z9a2x8eexM— You (@pingster2008) June 3, 2020
In response to the social media firestorm, Astro came up with a statement saying that the title of the program does the drama injustice, as the show itself centers around an anti-racial message which the company explains is relevant in today’s context of systemic racism in Malaysia and around the globe.
….of the man the daughter is in love with. It is unfortunate that the title and program guide did not reflect the core values of the movie and we apologise for this. (2/2)— Astro (@astroonline) June 3, 2020
However, there are those who came to counter Astro’s argument, revealing that the broadcast network itself is rife with racism.
Facebook user Thiyagaraja Marimuthu, who claimed to have worked for the company for some three years, said that Astro simply does not care for racial sensitivity in its content.

In response to the ongoing conversation, the show’s lead male actor Kaiho Rikambura, an entertainer from Namibia, South Africa who regularly performs in Bahasa Malaysia, admitted to the fact that the title of the show is “a bit racist”.
However, the actor explains that he was compelled to take on the role in the comedy themed drama as it depicts the “good message” of changing society’s perception towards black people in Malaysia.

It’s not really a secret that the Malaysian media has been bluntly racist towards the Malaysian-black community.
Racial slurs depicting people of African descent as “Awang Hitam” or “black kids”, regularly adorn Malaysian news headlines, particularly the Bahasa Malaysia-based ones.
(Credit: Sinar Harian)
(Credit: Harian Metro)
These individuals are often depicted as a menace to society and associated with crime and drug syndicates as well as, of course, luring our local women away from Malaysian suitors.

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Cinta Bae Kicap
Cinta Bae Kicap: Astro Under Fire For Showing Local Movie With Racial Slur
Awang


Health DG: Sinovac And Pfizer Are Both Effective, Don’t Cherry-Pick

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Medical data shows that Sinovac and Pfizer vaccines have similar effectiveness in fighting the COVID-19 virus and not much difference was found between the two vaccines in practical use, says Health Director-General Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah in a Facebook post.

In light of news of people “shopping” for or picking and choosing specific vaccines, both Sinovac and Pfizer are more similar than not.
He cited medical studies conducted on the use of Sinovac in Chile and use of Pfizer in Israel.
Both are very effective in preventing severe COVID-19 disease and even hospitalization but are less effective against mild or asymptomatic effects.Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah
The study, published in the New England Journal of Medicine, found that Sinovac reduced Covid-19 infections by 65.9%, hospital admissions by 87.5%, admissions to the intensive care unit (ICU) by 90.3%, and deaths by 86.3%.
Additionally, the Israeli Health Ministry also noted that the Pfizer vaccines reduced Covid-19 infections by 64% and serious symptoms leading to hospitalization by 93%.
However, some concerned netizens pointed out that the two studies were not conducted at the same time. The study done on Pfizer was conducted and concluded last year, before the Delta variant sparked another wave of concern. The study done on Sinovac, in contrast, was conducted earlier this year.

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Now You Can Download Your Vaccination Certificate & Print It

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As the pandemic situation gradually improves, the Ministry of Health continues to report new cases daily.

However, case details and other vital data or indicators are not uploaded to the COVIDNOW website until the evening.
For a long time, the ministry has been releasing daily new cases data across the country at 2 p.m.
On Saturday, the Ministry of Health announced an increase of 8,743 cases nationwide, but details on each state were delayed.
New update on MySJ shows DOB and allows you to print PDF vax cert for local/foreign travels. https://t.co/SqMtJ0uTEw— Khairy Jamaluddin 🇲🇾🌺 (@Khairykj) October 9, 2021
The same day, Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin forwarded a tweet from a netizen who noted that the public can now download the PDF version of the digital vaccination certificates through MySejahtera.
Khairy pointed out that the update will make it more convenient and time-saving for the public to apply for interstate travel and to go abroad.
This will really come in handy, given that interstate travel is possible once 90% of adults are vaccinated and we are currently only 0.3% away.
In the re-tweet, Khairy added that the updated digital vaccination certificate contains the user’s birth date, and every user of MySejahtera can download their certificate as a PDF.
Currently the update is only available to iPhone users. Android and Huawei mobile phone users will have to wait a little longer.

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How The Simple Tiffin Lunch Box Shaped Our Culinary Experiences

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Malaysians recently gained a fascination over the humble tiffin food canister when images of a little girl carrying one for her school lunch made her stand out from the rest of her class as well as on social media.

Hungry for some knowledge, TRP takes a look into the sweet and savoury history of these unique lunch boxes and how its invention influenced our culinary experiences.
So what are they and where did they come from?
The tiffin or “mangkuk tingkat” (levelled bowls) as some locals call it, serves the simple function as a pail for storing and carrying food – keeping people’s meals safe and warm throughout the centuries.
(Times of India)
Its origins can be traced back to ancient India, as labourers and merchants needed a way to enjoy a good home-cooked meal while out working in the sun or travelling off to faraway places on the Silk Road.
The “dabba”, as it is referred to there, are typically made of metal and are usually round in shape with individual canisters stacked on top of one another and secured together by a strap – conveniently separating dry and wet foods as well as making things portable and easy to handle.
(Malay Mail)
Then came the British
Use of the dabbas became widespread in Asia, thanks to the British Empire.
In fact, it’s said that it was the English who coined the word “tiffin” sometime between the 18th and 19th century, describing the act of drinking diluted liquor or “tiff” during the afternoon in India’s hot climate. Somehow along the way the word became stuck and synonymous with the lunch box containers we know of today.
The dabbas was such a convenient way to carry food that the British brought it all the way to Singapore and used it to serve meals to distinguished guests at the iconic Raffles Hotel which has been around since the 1880s.
Cultures around the world soon adopted the use of the dabbas, creating their own variations like the rattan made “rantang” from Indonesia or the ceramic “ua chan” or “sia nah” used by the Chinese as well as the Baba Nyonya community in Melaka.
(Pinterest/Malay Mail)
The convenient container also helped with our longstanding tradition of trading meals with friends and neighbors – filling each layer with delectable dishes, fresh fruits and sweet pastries to share.
World’s best delivery service
When India began modernizing, the dabbas became an essential part of life for the people working in the cities who found it difficult to have a satisfying and inexpensive lunch. The desire for a wholesome meal soon transformed into the revolutionary “dabbawala” food delivery system which has fed the nation for over 100 years.
As the story goes, a banker in the 1890s had come up with the idea of hiring someone to deliver his home-cooked meals to the office during lunchtime.
Now years later, each morning an army of delivery men known as the dabbawalas or “those who carry pails” would come door to door to pick up home-cooked meals made by wives and mothers and ship them off to the men who are working in the cities by whatever means necessary – either by trains or caring the meals around on carts, bicycles and even by hand.
(Siemens/YouTube)
More than 80 million meals a day are transported and delivered with the dabbawala system, making it one of the best delivery services in the world able to provide people with their hot homecooked meals on time, every time.

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Time for tiffin: the history of India's lunch in a box
How dabbwallas became the world’s best food delivery system
Mumbai’s Models of Service Excellence
Malaysian Chinese Ceramic Ware
The Tiffin Story: A History Of The Famous Dabba
History of the Tiffin Box: From Pre-Independence to Modern Day Living
Nostalgia mangkuk tingkat


After Robbery, Government May Credit School Aid Into Students’ Accounts

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The government is mulling a proposal to directly credit the RM150 early schooling aid into the accounts of pupils.

The proposal aims to prevent a similar incident in January that saw a headmaster losing all RM100,000 of the Bantuan Awal Persekolahan (BAP) after withdrawing the money himself at the bank.
The investigation at the time revealed that the headmaster didn’t follow the protocols as the headmaster should have requested a security escort to make the withdrawal.
After the robbery, Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek said the cash aid will be replaced because it’s the children’s right.
READ MORE: Headmaster Leaves RM100K School Cash Aid In Car, Gets Robbed
During Question Time in Parliament today (15 March), Deputy Education Minister Lim Hui Ying said the proposal must take into account the willingness of banks and the difficulty of those in the interior who incur high travel costs to visit a bank.
However, The Star reported that Putrajaya MP Datuk Dr Mohd Radzi Md Jidin interjected and said the aid was initially credited to students’ accounts during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic.
He also asked for a timeline for the proposal to be implemented.
Lim replied that a specific timeline can’t be given and explained that the aid is currently credited into bank accounts jointly owned by parents and students under 12 years old.
I can’t give a specific timeline. But it is in the process. We cannot force them (the account holders), but only encourage them. We also received feedback from parents about improving the process of aid distribution.Deputy Education Minister Lim Hui Ying

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[Watch] College Student Caught Littering A River In Sunway

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A 19-year-old local male college student was caught on camera throwing a bag of rubbish into Sungai Penaga, Sunway, on Friday (10 February).

In the Tiktok video, the boy in a blue shirt and shorts could be seen exiting from the passenger side of a red Perodua Ativa to retrieve the bag of rubbish from the car boot.
He then threw the white plastic bag into the river before getting back to the car and leaving the scene of the crime.
  @budakk_kampungg Ni di nama kan orang bodoh punye bnyak tong sampah kt malaysia ni kt sungai jgk kau nk buang sampah kemain bodoh lgi otak kau #kasiviral #foryoupage #fyp #bodohtakabis2 ♬ bunyi asal  – Budak_Kampung
Subang Jaya police chief Assistant Commissioner Wan Azlan Wan Mamat said the culprit stepped forward to help with the investigation on the same day, Harian Metro reported.
Initial investigations revealed that the boy threw away Indian sweets used as prayer offerings such as ladoo and barfi.
The police are investigating the case under Rule 52 of the Road Traffic Rules 1959 (Rule 52 LN 166/59), which carries a fine of up to RM300.
Any witnesses are encouraged to come forward and contact the lead investigator from IPD Subang Jaya, Inspector Mohamad Hamdan Jeramatin at 019-4642222.
Netizens criticise the littering habit
The video garnered criticisms online from netizens who disagreed with some Malaysians’ habit of littering.
They also pondered why some people would litter and not dispose of their trash properly.
A netizen said the culprits could have driven to a mall or a rubbish dump to get rid of their trash.
Others called for the litterbug to be given the maximum fine for polluting the river.
Previously, there was a similar case of a lorry driver stopping by the roadside to throw litter into the river last year.
READ MORE: [Watch] Lorry Driver Who Threw Rubbish Into Johor River Has Been Arrested
It’s unfortunate that some Malaysians are not civic conscious and show little to no care for the environment despite the effort put into public service announcements and education.
Based on the comments, littering seems to be still a widespread issue among people in Malaysia.
Hopefully, something could be done about it and a good change will take place.
Entah la, kdg x paham, naluri aku pon x sanggup nak buang sampah dalam sungai. Aku akan cari tempat sampah, rumah sampah, kawasan longgokan sampah sampai jumpe, baru aku buang.— FF (@faaizputra) February 12, 2023
Rakyat Malaysia masih ada yg berfikiran pendek & tidak ada kesedaran sivik sama sekali. Bayangkan sampah, botol, plastik penuh di dlm laut kehidupan laut pupus maka kita akan mengalami kekurangan bekalan makanan laut slps ini & harga makin melonjak tinggi.. FIKIRKAN lah.— Syarifah Edylina Syed Sykal (@Sukarelawan1M) February 11, 2023
Just curious eh, kenapa buang dekat sungai? Aku rasa banyak je tong sampah awam lagi-lagi area perumahan, kena rajin mencari je la.— Neko-Man 💭 (@rokuman_san) February 12, 2023
Dude , the very least is drive to a mall to bin it ? Why the river / longkang ? Damn— BernardL (@bernardleeym) February 12, 2023
Aku sampai skrg didik diri sendiri dan keluarga utk simpan dulu sampah dlm kereta dan buang bila dah jumpa tong sampah atau balik rumah. Takkan la takda tong sampah. Tak masuk akal la. Takda kesedaran sivik langsung budak2 skrg…— Han Li (@ketosismode) February 12, 2023
should be given the maximum fine for polluting the river..— Goh Kim Hock (@gohkimhock) February 11, 2023
dulu jiran sebelah aku pun mcm ni la perangai. sebelah rumah kita org ada longkang besar. almost everyday dia akan buang dlam sungai padahal dpan rumah ada tong sampah. aku tak faham. nasib baik skrg aku dah pindah— Aqilah (@QilaNass) February 12, 2023
Aku penah tny org bodoh mcm ni, alasan dia bagi nnt sampah tu akan hanyut la..nampak x bertapa bodoh dan cetek pemikiran, aku harap keturunan dia sampai dia je..— @Mr LoKOmAn@ 🇲🇾 (@lokoman136) February 12, 2023

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Panic At The Jetty: Students, Teachers Scramble In The Water At Sabah Island

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A video of a jetty crash that happened today had been circulating on social media platforms.

It was said that the jetty that collapsed was used by the students and teachers of SK Kampung Pababag in Semporna, Sabah.
From the video it can be observed that the teachers and villagers were among the first to react in making sure that the kids were safe and sound.
The kids could be seen crying and appeared traumatized by the incident. From the video it could also be seen that the teachers tried to make sure the textbooks did not get washed away by the water.
Netizens on social media praised the efforts of the teachers and villagers.

Others took to Twitter to show their support for the teachers and students.

One Twitter user also shared a picture before the incident happened and the jetty looked unstable and in bad shape.

There were other comments from the people urging the government to take immediate action on the matter.
There have been no reports of serious injuries among the victims and through social media shares, it appears that all of them are safe.

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CIMB Said That The Strange â€œDirect Debitsâ€ You Got On Your Account Are Legit

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CIMB has reassured their customers that the strange-looking â€œDirect Debitâ€ they got on their bank accounts are legitimate transactions.Â
These were isolated incidents relating to incomplete transactions performed by customers with overseas merchants such as online streaming subscriptions / services.CIMB, via Facebook
Full statement as below:

The statement was issued in response to a number of complaints made by CIMB customers who noticed unusual transactions in their accounts, which were all termed as â€œDirect Debitâ€ when checked via online banking. These raised alarm bells as transactions such as these would usually be accompanied by a description stating the names of the merchants or transaction purpose.

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A CIMB customer tweeted that she was informed by the bank’s Customer Service Representative that they experienced “system issues” back in March 2020, which affected all foreign transactions made between 15-31 March. As such, customers are only seeing their transactions reflected now.

https://twitter.com/yayaaazmi/status/1246261675151351808

However, not everyone is satisfied with the bank’s statement, as some customers stated they never used their CIMB accounts to pay any online subscription service.

No, I refuse to accept this excuse. Most of my online subscriptions are not paid via CIMB. I live abroad and I do not use CIMB for any other transactions when Iâ€™m not in Msia. Yet an unknown â€˜direct debitâ€™ charge appeared in my acc.How do you explain that @CIMB_Assists? https://t.co/tK5VfHV7T4— Zafirah Affendi (@zaffyaffendi) April 4, 2020

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EPF Embraces Digitalisation With e-Payroll

Employers rejoice! The Employees Provident Fund (EPF) has just launched e-Payroll – a simplified, hassle-free system to facilitate employer’s statutory obligations.
e-Payroll plays an important role in helping employers manage records digitally while facilitating the contribution processFinance Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz during e-Payroll’s virtual launch today (18 June).
This comes after EPF announced on their Facebook that all office and service counters, including appointments made online (JTO), will be closed temporarily until 28 June when the ‘total lockdown’ period is said to end.

EPF embraces digitalisation
Following the launch, an e-Payroll brochure was made available on their website that gives employers assurance of easier accessibility, seamless user experience and smooth transactions.
(Credit: KWSP)
The system, which mainly benefits small and medium enterprises (SMEs), allows employers to digitally store records of their employees including that of salary.
In addition, automatic calculation of contributions will help to reduce the time needed to manage operations related to statutory compliance.
For more information on e-Payroll, including eligibility and other key features, visit their website here.


KLIA and Klia2 To Undergo Rebranding Exercise, To Be Known As KLIA Terminal 1 and 2

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Transport minister Anthony Loke has announced that the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) and Klia2 will undergo a rebranding exercise which will include a name change.

The two airports will be known as KLIA Terminal 1 and 2.
However, he did not mention when this will be implemented because there is some fine-tuning that needed to be done under the new operating agreement.
He added that the operating agreement and other related lease agreements will be finalised and signed by the government and Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) before the end of the first quarter of 2023, which is by 31 March.
According to Loke, the Cabinet approved this because it would increase the marketability and efficiency of the airports and enable them to compete with other international airports.

As part of the operating agreement between the government and MAHB for the operation, management, repair, and development of 39 airports and airfields in Malaysia through 2069, Loke also stated that the Cabinet has agreed to new material terms.
The key highlight of this new operation agreement is that both MAHB and the government will have the flexibility in funding for the development cost of the airports.
“Either government development spending or any appropriate investment recovery model method by MAHB will be used to achieve this.”Anthony Loke, Transport Minister
Loke also stated that the weighted average cost of capital, which will only be decided when a project is to be completed with the government’s consent, will be subject to the mutual agreement of all parties.
“In addition, the implementation of operating agreement (OA) 2023 will allow MAHB to help ease the government’s burden by taking over the development cost of competitive airports in the future. Moreover, MAHB can work together with any parties that is interested to invest in the development of the airports in the future.”Anthony Loke, Transport Minister
An airport development fund that would not involve government fund would also be established under this agreement.
The trust account for the fund will receive half of the passenger service charge (PSC) component that is factored into the user fee computation.
“What is collected from the people will be channelled into the development of the airports.”Anthony Loke, Transport Minister
According to Loke, this initiative of airport development fund will be a game changer in the development of airports in the country.

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Your Parcels From Pos Laju Will Still Take A While

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The MCO saw a huge increase in the volume of parcels being sent all over the country as people relied on e-commerce to buy goods or send items to family. However, now that the MCO is lifting, Pos Malaysia notes that your parcels will likely still be delayed due to lack of available flights, especially those in East Malaysia.
What you need to know: Packages are able to cross oceans relatively quickly because they often hitch rides on commercial airline flights together with human passengers. However, because planes are now grounded due to the MCO, there is a limited availability of flights, which translates to your package being delayed.
Why it matters: E-commerce shoppers or online micro-businesses should take note that shipping times may still be delayed, especially if your parcel needs to travel through air. Even though the country is moving into a more relaxed Recovery Movement Control Order (RMCO), not everything is back to normal just yet.
Who said what: Post Malaysia released a notice stating that they are experiencing a surge of parcel volume, particularly in East Malaysia. They also assure customers that they are working tireless to maximise capacity, however there may be potential delays during this time. They mention that they are facing limited availability of flights.

Read more:Pos Malaysia is asking customers for their patience due to ‘unexpected delays’ (SoyaCincau)Pos Malaysia KLIA Hub Overwhelmed With 600,000 Parcels A Day During MCO (TRP)


[Just In] “I’ll Test My Support In Parliament,” Says Prime Minister

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There will be a vote of confidence that will be held in Parliament when it reopens in September to determine whether Prime Minister Tan Sri Mahiaddin Md Yasin still has the majority in the Dewan Rakyat.

He gave the announcement after meeting the Yang-di Pertuan Agong this morning and also apologised for having to come out and explain to the public on whether he is still the Prime Minister.
The Prime Minister was present with several Ministers during the broadcast, including:
Deputy Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri (UMNO)Transport Minister Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong (MCA)Human Resource Minister Datuk Seri Saravanan Murugan (MIC)Senior Minister (Infrastructure Development) Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof (GPS)Environment and Water Minister Datuk Seri Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man (PAS)Minister at the Prime Minister’s Department (Sabah and Sarawak) Datuk Seri Panglima Dr. Maximus Johnity Ongkili Maximus Ongkili (PBS Sabah)International Trade and Industry Minister Datuk Seri Azmin Ali (Bersatu)Education Minister Datuk Dr Radzi Jidin (Bersatu)Chief Secretary Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Mohammad Zuki bin Ali
He mentioned that the Agong was told that 8 UMNO MPs have withdrawn their support but said he had received letters from other MPs which led him to believe he still has enough support to continue.
In the announcement, he also said there are some parties who were not happy with him being firm on certain matters such as not intervening in court matters and freeing certain individuals from their criminal charges.
Although this is going on, Muhyiddin mentioned that the government will still continue to focus on the rakyat and fight Covid-19 – including the vaccination drive and disbursing aid that was announced previously.

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JPN Denies Rumours Bangladeshis Given MyKad Ahead Of GE

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The National Registration Department (JPN) lodged a police report over false accusations being shared on social media and WhatsApp.

The claim was that many Bangladeshis were given MyKad ahead of the 15th General Election (GE15) set to take place on 19 November.
JPN said a picture of a MyKad bearing the photo of a man, claimed to be a Bangladeshi, with a Chinese name had been the basis of the allegation.
The truth, however, is that the man in the MyKad is a legitimate Malaysian citizen who was legally adopted by a Chinese family since birth.

JPN said the lies are damaging its image and credibility while causing doubts among the public.
The public is reminded to always check the information they receive, as legal action may be taken against those found to be spreading false information.
JPN also emphasized that MyKad is only issued to eligible Malaysian citizens based on the provisions of the law.
Same Old Trick
The accusation is not new, as it became a hot topic in the previous election.
It was rumoured that 40,000 Bangladeshi workers were brought in to vote for Barisan Nasional.
Penipuan terkini pakatun -> cubaan mem'bangla'kan pengundi. Dakwaan 40k pengundi bangla dulu pun Anwar gagal buktikan dan terpaksa nafikan pic.twitter.com/QvtVzgONR6— Tun Faisal (@tunfaisal) February 28, 2017
Waspada #TsunamiPHitnah disaat akhir menjelang hari pembuangan undi. 2008 Fitnah dakwat tak kekal, 2013 fitnah 40 ribu pengundi Bangla. 2018 Fitnah SPR & macam-macam lagi. Rakyat harus bijak dalam menapis berita yang diterima. pic.twitter.com/GcvruatIKn— Muhammad Azri 🇲🇾🇵🇸 (@Sir_Azri) May 7, 2018
Opposition leader Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim was criticised as the one who started the allegations.
In his defence, Anwar said there is no record that states he claimed there were 40,000 Bangladeshi citizens registered as voters.
He meant that there were dubious voters being flown in on specially booked flights from Sabah and Sarawak.

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Animal Lovers Want MPKL Officers Charged For Alleged Negligence In Handling Trapped Strays

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Dogs have earned the title of man’s best friend since the dawn of time and have always been known as loyal creatures.

Unfortunately, man’s best friend isn’t always appreciated as they should be — but fret not as they have back up!
Yesterday, several civil society organisations (CSO) and activists called for Kuala Langat Municipal Council officers to be held accountable for the alleged abuse of over 100 dogs under its care.
This came after a video and photos of MPKL canine pound facility went viral on social media last month, showing many emaciated dogs crammed inside dilapidated kennels.
The group, which included members of four NGOs and independent dog rescuers, questioned why the Department of Veterinary Services (DVS) had not pressed charges against MPKL officers in charge of the dog pound despite its investigation that revealed it was not up to standard set by the law.
They also claimed that MPKL’s lack of care had led to many dogs being underfed and at risk of dying.
Dr Kartini Farah Rahim speaking on behalf of the Malaysia Animal Kindness Society, told a press conference held yesterday that they believed the dogs were not fed by the council on purpose, contrary to MPKL’s statement claiming that it did feed the canines twice a day.
“We want to know if this method to let dogs die from hunger has been a practice. Was it to make it easier for them to clean up the kennels? Was it to weaken the dogs so that they won’t fight each other?” Dr Kartini Farah Rahim, Representative of Malaysia Animal Kindness Society
She also urged the Selangor DVS to finalise its investigation as soon as possible and charge the MPKL officers who failed to take care of the dogs.
“The department should inform us when they plan to bring the officers to court,” she said.
Kartini added that the chairman of the Kuala Langat Municipal Council should hold a press conference on the reasons for their failure to provide the basic necessities the captured canines needed as well as be transparent on the number of officers who were subject to disciplinary action.
“We also urge the council to ensure that the number of dogs confined in one space is appropriate to the room capacity and manpower (staff) and they are given enough food and drinks”Dr Kartini Farah Rahim, Representative of Malaysia Animal Kindness Society
Kartini also noted that sick dogs and puppies should be kept in separate rooms.
Emaciated dogs at the MPKL dog pound. – Photo credit Malaysian Dogs Deserve Better
Early in January, MPKL reportedly came under criticism after an animal lover took photos of dogs inside its pound and shared them on social media.
Following this, the DVS had gone to the pound to investigate and issued the council a notice ordering it to improve the condition of its kennels according to requirements under the Animal Welfare Act.
MPKL in a statement on Jan 11 said that following the viral video, it has reviewed its standard operating procedures for the dog pound.
The council also denied allegations that it did not feed the impounded dogs, saying that the canines were given food twice a day.
MPKL had also handed over 110 dogs that were under its care to an NGO which had volunteered to take them.

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Driver Survives 80M Plunge Down Genting Highlands Ravine

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A 48-year-old man escaped with minor injuries to his neck and chest after his car plunged down an 80m ravine at KM5.6 of Jalan Genting Highlands near the hilltop resort yesterday, The New Straits Times reported.

Bentong district police chief Zaiham Mohd Kahar said that the police were alerted by motorists that a car that was heading to the hilltop resort went off the road and plunged into a ravine.
The incident occurred at around 9am and was not far from where a slope construction site was located.
“Investigations revealed the man had lost control of the wheel before crashing into the safety cones at the construction site. The vehicle then plunged into the 80m deep ravine.
“We urge those who were at the scene to come forward to assist in our investigation,” Zaiham was quoted as saying.
He added that the police are investigating the accident under Section 43 of the Road Transport Act 1987.
In a related matter, Genting Highlands fire and rescue department deputy chief Norzaide Zainudin said that firemen had to carry the victim out on a stretcher for about 100m through some bushes as the slope was too deep.
Norzaide said that the victim was not trapped inside the car and was able to communicate with the rescuers about his condition.

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428 Years Jail, 240 Strokes For Melaka Man After He Was Found Guilty Of Raping His Two Daughters

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A 56-year-old dad was imposed with a jail sentence of 428 years and 240 strokes of whipping for raping his two underage daughters – now aged 15 and 19 – as well as threatening to kill both girls and his wife.

The sentence was imposed by Ayer Keroh Session Court Judge, Nariman Badruddin after he maintained his guilty plea to all 28 charges that were imposed on him.
However, the jail sentence was to be served concurrently in stages, meaning that the accused will only serve 45 years jail sentence while the whipping was set to 24 counts, the maximum number of whipping that can be imposed on an offender.
The accused was charged with raping his now 19-year-old daughter 13 times between 24 September 2015 and 31 December 2018.
He was also charged with eight counts of raping his now 15-year-old daughter and five counts of charges for inserting objects into the victim’s private part.
The accused was also found guilty to one charge of committing an unnatural sex offence against the victim.
The charges against him were framed under Section 376(3), Section 377B of the Penal Code, Section 377CA of the Penal Code as well as Section 14(a) of the Sexual Offences Against Children Act 2017.
In a separate proceeding, the accused was charged with a two-year jail sentence for criminal intimidation against his wife and two daughters.
According to Awani, the accused, who has two wives, had begun to rape his daughters when they reached the age of 12.
His dark secret was only uncovered when one of his wives stumbled upon his heinous act with the now 15-year-old victim at their home last 5 September.

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Road Bully Caught On Dashcam In Two Separate Incidents Earns Themselves A Summons

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Recently the driver of a red Honda HRV was issued a summons by the police after two dashcam videos showed the driver being a road bully and causing an accident.

Both videos were posted on Facebook. The first video showed the HRV driver preventing another driver from making a left turn although there was ample space for the second car to move forward.
The HRV driver basically hogged the road in front of the other car. Every time the other driver tried to take the turn, the HRV driver moved forward a little to block the way again.

From another video, it can be clearly seen that the same HRV with the same licence plate swerved suddenly, seemingly hitting a bike on purpose.
TThe HRV could be seen moving out of their lane and returning to it, passing a motorcycle that had fallen against another car. This accident occurred at Jalan 21/37 on 3 May, as reported by Kosmo.

Petaling Jaya District Police Chief Assistant Commissioner Mohamad Fakhrudin Abdul Hamid stated that the HRV sports utility vehicle (SUV) driver struck a Yamaha motorcycle at roughly 7.10am, according to a video clip that lasted two minutes and nine seconds.
Both the parties have given their statement and the case was investigated in accordance with Rule 10 of the Road Traffic Rules of 1959 (Rule 10 LN 166/59).
“A summons has been issued against the driver of the SUV involved in the offence of failing to control the vehicle and causing an accident,” he stated.
He also reminded the people to obey the road laws to avoid such incidents. He also warned people who drive dangerously that this will not be tolerated and strict action will be taken against them.

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Malaysia’s Appetite For “Bungkus” Meals Is Killing Our Planet, So Here’s What We Should Do

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Malaysia’s appetite for take-away meals is partly responsible for the planet’s plastic pollution.

Read more: Meet The Pakcik From Terengganu Who’s Cleaning Up Our Beaches With His Love For Glass Bottles
According to a report by WWF Malaysia, as of 2016, each Malaysian produces 34kgs of plastic waste annually, and 22kg of that are from thrown away plastic packaging.
The report states that our affinity for “bungkus” or “tapau” foods, which by design are usually packaged, transported, and oftentimes meant to also be eaten with plastic cutlery, leaves a huge impact on the environment.
(Taste)
It’s noted that our dependence on plastic packaging makes Malaysia one of the highest consumers of plastics in Southeast Asia.
WWF says that plastic makes up the second-largest share of the waste we generate here in Malaysia, wherein 2018, we had dumped over 38,000 tonnes of garbage, per day.
(The Love Post)
WWF’s report also revealed that our country is seriously lacking in our recycling efforts.
Based on data from 2015, Malaysia’s recycling rate was barely 17.5%, far from our National Strategic Plan for Solid Waste Management vision for a “Zero Waste” country by 2020.
Read more: Plastic Mountain found in Perak jungle
According to WWF, although Malaysia’s recycling industry is considered to be one of the most developed in ASEAN and are able to handle and process the country’s plastic waste, failures and inadequacies in our waste management system usually result in recyclable materials ending up in landfills instead of recycling centers, causing such facilities to import recyclable materials from overseas to be processed here instead.
Read more: Malaysia was featured in US based article for sending illegally dumped plastic trash back to where it came from!
(AFP/FMT)
Change the system
In order to resolve Malaysia’s waste problems, WWF suggests we adopt a more holistic approach in our endeavors to reduce, reuse, and recycle with the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO) strategies.
The basic idea behind EPR and PRO is to make producers take more responsibility for the management of waste, where policies and systems are set in place to ensure that a product can be properly disposed of.
How EPR works in the economy.(Expora)
This works by essentially shifting the burden of responsibility of waste disposal from just the public and the government, to the producers and stakeholders of a particular product.
This can be done through varying means such as introducing biodegradable and eco-friendlier designs to a product or establishing means in which consumers can have easier more direct access to recycling.
Green-based packaging and recycling vending machines are some of the systems that can be set in place for effective waste management and recycling.(Unsplash/EcoPanda/The Straits Times)
Read more: Banana Leaf Is The Solution To Malaysia’s Plastic Problems
According to WWF Malaysia’s Lead for the Sustainable Markets Programme, Dr. Adrian Choo, such a scheme must be tailored to work with and improve upon the country’s existing waste management and recycling systems.
Currently, the country’s waste collection and sorting of recyclable materials are mostly done by the government or informal private entities.
Dr. Choo says by having a network where the government, private sector, and the public can effectively collect and redistribute recyclable wastes where it needs to go would prove to provide a big impact on Malaysia’s waste mismanagement.
Read more: Recycling plastic can boost the Malaysian economy
Just think of all the good we can do together to clean up our country and our world.

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Meet The Pakcik From Terengganu Who’s Cleaning Up Our Beaches With His Love For Glass Bottles
Study on EPR scheme assessmentfor Packaging Waste in Malaysia
Generating more waste than ever
NATIONAL STRATEGIC PLAN FOR SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT
Plastic Mountain found in Perak jungle
Malaysia was featured in US based article for sending illegally dumped plastic trash back to where it came from!
Extended Producer Responsibility at a glance
Banana Leaf Is The Solution To Malaysia’s Plastic Problems
WWF releases report proposing effective solution to mitigate plastic pollution in Malaysia
Recycling plastic can boost the Malaysian economy


Fun Events In The Klang Valley This Weekend From 23 Dec To 26 Dec

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Don’t know what to do this long Christmas weekend? No worries, we got you.

Head on over to art exhibits, concerts, food fairs and more this weekend.
Do note that some of these events only happen for a day or can last for a whole month so look at the dates carefully.
Here are the events to enjoy with your family and friends on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday.
22 December (Thursday)
1. Big Bad Wolf (Book Fair) @ MIECC (20 Dec – 2 Jan, 10 am – 2 am)

For two weeks only, BBW is back howling with up to 95% discounts on books! They also have more promotions and contests for you guys. They have over 3.5 million books including children’s books, romance novels (wink wink), self-help books and many more.
Go get yourself that discounted Harry Potter book set for your bookshelf or that self-help book to get you going strong for 2023!
P/S: Don’t forget to bring a big bag or luggage to bring home your treasures that day.
READ MORE: BBW Is Back With Discounts Up To 95% This December
2. Avatar: Way Of Water Installation (Light Installation) @ Lot 10 (14 Dec – 2 Jan)

Have you watched the recent cinema-craze Avatar: The Way Of Water? It’s a sequel we’ve waited 13 years for! Movie buffs will surely want to catch this science fiction currently showing in cinemas.
For fans of lights and the film Avatar, go get your OOTD shots at the Avatar: Way Of Water light installation right in front of Lot 10 mall. The installation is only going to be there for two weeks until 2 January, so don’t miss out!
READ MORE: Avatar: The Way Of Water Is A Visual Spectacle That Makes One Reflect On Some Things [Review]
3. Nijigen Expo @ Tokyo Town, Pavilion Bukit Jalil (22 Dec – 1 Jan)

Dear Anime lovers! If you love cosplaying, you should head on to the Nijigen Expo at Pavilion Bukit Jalil. Apart from Christmas sales and presents, they also have a cosplay runway, anime figures, cosplayer meet & greet, GK exhibition and many more.
For more info, visit their Facebook here.
4. Van Gogh Alive Exhibition @ Pavillion Bukit Jalil (17 Dec – 16 March, 10 am – 10 pm)

Witness Van Gogh’s legendary works of art displayed digitally at Pavilion Bukit Jalil. Get ready for a multi-sensory experience with a symphony of light, colour, sound and fragrance for you there.
READ MORE: Catch the Immersive ‘Van Gogh Alive’ Exhibition In KL This Dec-March
Book tickets here.
4. ParkCity Year End Light Festival @ Desa ParkCity (1 Dec – 5 Feb)

Don’t know where to go ‘lepak’ or take good pictures at night? Try going to Central Park at Desa Parkcity. Their light installations are inspired by the Nordic lights so you can experience a bit of some Aurora-Borealis-inspired views on weekends from 8 pm – 9 pm.
They also have tons of other amazing light installations from The Waterfront to around Central Park. This is a great place to bring your date out on a scenic stroll at night.
The Christmas installation will be there until 28 December while the light installation will be there until 5 February.
5. Five Elements – A Handicraft Fair @ GMBB (16 Dec – 3 Jan, 11 am – 8 pm)

This fair celebrates the art of handicraft and the five elements, earth, fire, metal, water and wood. There will be multiple exhibitions, clay workshops, tattoo workshops and more.
For more info, check out their Instagram.
6. Great British Circus (Circus) @ Plaza Arkadia, Desa ParkCity (19 Nov – 1 Jan, 5.30 pm & 8.30 pm)

If you’re into circus shows (humans, not animals), you should try and have a look at the Great British Circus show. They’ve been touring places in Malaysia and this Christmas time, they’re putting on shows at Desa ParkCity.
Witness acrobatic performances, magic shows, entertaining clowns and more here.
For more info, visit their website here and you can get the tickets here.
7. iNyala (Digital Art Exhibition) @ Fahrenheit88 (8 Dec – 25 Dec)

Immerse yourself in a digital art exhibition which features 17 multidisciplinary art installations centred on the theme of “17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)”.
For more info, visit their website here.
23 December (Friday)
1. Dessert & Chocolate Festival 2.0 (Dessert Festival) @ Bangi Avenue Convention Centre (23 – 25 Dec, 10 am – 10 pm)
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Got a sweet tooth? Well, fulfil those sweet cravings of yours at the Dessert & Chocolate Festival 2.0 this Friday till Sunday. They have everything there including cakes, cookies, chocolates, ice creams, sweet and creamy drinks and many more!
There will be more than 100 vendors at the site and you will also be greeted with performances from famous local talents such as Ernie Zakri, Mamat Exist, Drama Band and many more.
Visit their Instagram for more info.
2. The World Of DC Exhibition @ Tropicana Gardens Hall Convention Centre (23 Dec – 1 Apr)

Being the first-ever DC Exhibition launch in Asia, The World Of DC Exhibition will feature interactive games, life-seized exhibits, behind-the-scene concept art, limited-edition merchandise and more at the Tropicana Gardens Mall.
Grab your tickets here. For more info, visit their Facebook page here.
3. Jingle Jungle’s Joy (Market) @ Central Market KL (23 – 25 Dec, 10 am – 8 pm)
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If you still haven’t done your last-minute Christmas shopping, you can give Central Market a try. They have many vendors selling items from fashion accessories to Christmas products. There are also workshops available.
For more info, visit here.
4. Friday Night Mic (Comedy Open Mic) @ RexKL (9 pm)
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If you love comedy open mic shows, then you should try going to RexKL’s Friday Night Mic this Friday. Enjoy live comedy and laugh your hearts out at some fun stories from the open mic guests.
Get the tickets here. For more info, click here.
24 & 25 December (Saturday & Sunday)
1. 6ixth Sense 7Belas (Concert) @ Panggung Asia, Gombak (6 pm – 11 pm)
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If you grew up listening to classic Indonesian hits during the late 2000s and early 2010s, then you wouldn’t wanna miss this Indonesian band’s concert. 6ixth Sense is having their first ever ‘7 Belas’ concert in Kuala Lumpur this 24 December, celebrating their 17 years of being active in the music industry.
Vibe to their some of their best hits such as Tanpa, Khatimah Cinta, Tak Bisa Memilihmu, Yang Sempurnakanku and more.
Although fairly limited, you can still get tickets here.
2. Barbarik Pentas Keras (Rock Concert) @ Zepp KL (8.45 pm)

If you’re into rock kapak songs, then you definitely need to see some of the Malaysian rock artists perform this Saturday at Zepp KL. Jo Branko, Wings’ ex-guitarist and Muss, May’s ex-vocalist are collaborating together to give hardcore rock fans the times of their lives at the Barbarik Pentas Keras concert.
You can still get the free-standing tickets here. For more info, visit their Facebook page here.
3. Santa’s Marketplace Christmas Bazaar @ GMBB KL (24 & 25 Dec, 12 pm – 7 pm)
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This Christmas Bazaar will involve more than 70 indoor and outdoor vendors featuring F&B, arts & crafts, fashion &accessories, gifts, lifestyle, workshops, games and other products from the local creative community.
The highlights include a wishing tree and workshops (flower bouquet arrangements, Christmas Nagomi’s art, and more!).
For more info, visit their Instagram page here.
4. Rexmas Weekend by Curators Lab (Market) @ RexKL (24 – 25 Dec, 11 am – 9 pm)
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This is a lifestyle event that includes plenty of vendors like F&B, tattoos, clothing, accessories and more. There will also be music played by local DJs.
For more info, visit RexKL’s Instagram page.
5. Beach Pool Club Xmas Splash Party @ Discovery Park, Gamuda Cove (11 am till late, Every Sat)

Enjoy street Latin dances such as salsa, mambo and rumba, rhythm-thumping beats from DJs, a famous 90’s throwback dance show and fire-eater performances at the Discovery Park’s Beach Pool Club every Saturday this December.
For more info, visit their Facebook and Instagram.
26 December (Monday)
1. Ungu 26th Anniversary Concert @ Menara PGRM, KL (26 & 27 December, 8.30 pm)

Calling all Indonesian sad song lovers! The popular pop-rock band Ungu is staging their 26th Anniversary concert for two days in Kuala Lumpur this Monday and Tuesday!
Go enjoy some of their best hits including Kekasih Gelapku, Cinta Dalam Hati, Tercipta Untukku, Andai Ku Tahu, Percaya Padaku and many more.
You can still get tickets for both days here.
2. When Ballet Meets Contemporary Dance 2022 (Dance Show) @ KLPAC (3 pm, 8 pm)

Are you into ballet and contemporary dance? If you are, you might wanna watch a dance performance by the participants of the International Tanz Challenge & National Dance Camp 2022 at KLPAC this Monday.
Produced by the La Danza Theatre, this performance will feature contemporary ballet, a style of dance that meshes classical ballet with modern dance.
You can get the tickets here. For more info, visit their Facebook page.
Upcoming Shows
Here are some of the ticketed events for upcoming shows. Don’t miss out on the chance to secure a spot at your favourite performance or event.
The Sound Of Music – Theatre (27 Dec – 15 Jan @ Istana Budaya)Get tickets here.Kugiran Masdo X The ChangeCuters – Concert (29 December @ Zepp KL)Get your tickets here.Dancebox December 2022 – Dance Show (29 & 30 December @ KLPAC)Get tickets here.Rising Festival – Concert (1 January @ Angkasa Event Space, Cheras)Get tickets here.Spider Live At Atas Angin Rock Show – Concert (8 January @ Panggung Asia, Gombak)Get tickets here.Jay Chou Carnival World Tour – Concert (15 January @ National Stadium Bukit Jalil)You can still get tickets here. Cakra Khan A Decade – Concert (20 January @ Plenary Hall KLCC)You can still get tickets here.Tribute Greenday Malaysia – Tribute Concert (3 February @ Angkasa Event Space)Get tickets here. Ada Apa Dengan Melly? – Day 2 Concert (4 February @ Plenary Hall, KLCC)You can still get tickets here. Westlife The Wild Dreams Tour – Concert (23 & 24 February @ Axiata Arena)You can still get tickets here.
READ MORE: The Sound Of Music Musical Is Coming To Malaysia This 27 December!
READ MORE: The Festive Season Is Back – Here Are Some Christmas Events In The Klang Valley This December
P/S: If you have any future events you want the world to know about, submit your suggestions to melissasu@therakyatpost.com.

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You Can Still Fast During Ramadhan Even If You Have Gastric, Says Nutritionist

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Having gastric shouldn’t be an excuse to skip fasting, according to nutritionist, Assoc Prof Dr Norazmir Md Nor.

Bernama interviewed the academician who said that by practicing the body to adapt to the changes beforehand, it allows those suffering from the illness to fast without having any problems.
Way before Ramadhan, they should get used to abstaining from food, maybe start with half a day and gradually extend the time. Indirectly, by doing this, the stomach will slowly adapt to the decrease in the activity of enzymes when fasting.Assoc Prof Dr Norazmir Md Nor
The Universiti Teknologi Mara Health and Sciences Faculty Professor also said that eating the right foods and also practicing eating in moderation helps.
During sahur, avoid hot, spicy and oily foods as well as high caffeine drinks such as tea and coffee. When breaking fast, it is encouraged that snacks be taken first before enjoying a heavy meal and drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration.Assoc Prof Dr Norazmir Md Nor via Bernama
What causes the stomach pain?
He explained in the interview that the gastric juice in the stomach is the cause of the gastritis.
Dr Norazmir said that even though someone is fasting, the juice will still be secreted in small amounts, thus causing the discomfort.

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[Watch] Old Lady Sits In Bike For Disabled Under Scorching Heat, Netizens Tear Up And Offers Help

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A heartbreaking video of an elderly woman sitting in a three-wheeled motorcycle for the disabled had recently gone viral.

In the incident which is said to happen in Kuala Terengganu, the elderly woman was with her daughter who was riding the bike.
The sight of the helpless old lady as she laid there under the scorching heat of the sun moved the hearts of netizens.
The scene was posted on social media by TikTok user @shihanizam.
The posting attracted numerous reactions, with most netizens saying they were touched by the plight of the old lady.
They also commended the young woman riding the bike – presumably her daughter – for doing her best to look after the elderly.
The post had garnered over 2.1 million views reactions in less than 24 hours after it appeared on TikTok.
  @shihanizam Tolong sesiapa kenal please let me know! Tolong guna kuasa viral 🙏🏻🤲🏻 saya nak bantu dia dgn cara x seberapa saya.🥺😢#drawbrigeterengganu #kuikhlaskan #adwenfi #berandatiktok #foryoupage #fypシ ♬ Huwannur – SHOLAWAT MUSIC PRO
@shanizam wrote that the old lady’s situation made her realise that there are many others who live a difficult life out there.
Her comment made other netizens tear up and in response, they offered to help if anyone can identify the old lady.

Some even tagged well-known generous preacher, Ebit Lew, with the hope that he can lend a hand.
Netizens also called on the Road Transport Department (JPJ) to help by identifying the disabled motorbike’s plate number.

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15 Countries Welcoming Malaysians To Visit Now That Overseas Travel Is Allowed

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Malaysians can finally kickstart all their #wanderlust plans that have been delayed for the last two years since the pandemic began: both interstate and international travel have been allowed.

READ MORE: Malaysians Can Cross State Lines Starting Monday: PM
But even though the country’s borders are finally open to let us out, where do we go? Which countries are letting us in?
Twitter user Afid Mahadhir, part of a travel group, recently compiled a list of countries that also have their borders open. As a general rule, all countries will require negative Covid-19 swab tests from fully vaccinated individuals.
1. United Kingdom
The UK is opening its borders without requiring quarantines from travellers, but visitors must alight at one of 8 allowed airports. No quarantine required.
However, the European Union does not recognize all vaccines such as Sinovac although they are currently reviewing this ruling. Check here to see what vaccines are accepted by the EU.
Long live the Queen.(Credit: Eva Dang/Unsplash)
2. Finland
Entry for international tourists begin on 25 October, but quarantine is required.
3. Ukraine
Ukraine requires a minimum 1 vaccine dose for entry, but a quarantine is not required. However, tourists must download their government health app Vdoma and have travel insurance.
4. United States
Much like usual, you will require a visa to enter the US. The only new thing is to provide proof of a negative Covid-19 swab test and a direct flight from your home country or transit through approved countries only.
5. Romania
Because Malaysia is listed in Romania’s Red Category, tourists will be required to undergo a 14-day quarantine.
You’ll need to wait 2 weeks before you can freely explore Romania.(Credit: schengenvisainfo)
6. Mauritania
To visit this African country, tourists will need to sit through a 10-day qurantine.
7. Bali, Indonesia
The rest of Indonesia is still keeping its borders sealed, but the tourist island of Bali will be open to international travellers. Tourists will need to go through a 8-day quarantine and 3 PCR tests.
8. Saudi Arabia
The country of Saudi Arabia, home to the holy city of Mecca, will be open to religious worshippers for the purpose of umrah ONLY.
Serious prayers: yes. Casual tourism: no.(Credit: Unsplash)
9. Phuket, Thailand
Tourists to Phuket will require an additional approval from the Thai Embassy to visit. Like Bali, only the island of Phuket will be open for tourists– unless you stay for 7 days straight on Phuket, after which you will be allowed to travel domestically to other parts of Thailand in accordance with their ‘Phuket Sandbox’ regulations.
10. Egypt
Visitors to Egypt will not need to undergo a quarantine unless they start exhibiting Covid-19 symptoms.
11. Qatar
No quarantine neccessary for tourists, but those who have received the Sinopharm, Sinovac, and Sputnik vaccines must be tested for antibodies before arriving in Qatar.
12. Maldives
Like Egypt, Maldives will not require a quarantine unless symptoms are shown.
Get your fill of crystal-blue beaches and luxury living in Maldives.(Credit: Envato)
13. Iceland
Visitors must obtain a visa to visit Iceland, but the country will not require a quarantine period.
14. United Arab Emirates (UAE)
Tourists must also apply for a tourist visa to enter UAE, but the country will also not require a quarantine period unless Covid-19 symptoms are shown.
15. Turkey
Turkey is opening its borders to Malaysians without requiring quarantine.
[Update: A previous version of this story noted that visitors to Turkey requires a visa. This has been amended.]

According to Prime Minister Ismail Sabri, fully vaccinated Malaysians are not required to apply for MyTravelPass to travel overseas starting 11 October.
However, before they return, they will be required to conduct swab tests twice – three days before coming back into the country and once they arrive. (This means that you will need to do 4 swab tests, 2 for departure and 2 for return.)
Travellers will also be required to undergo quarantine but locals will be allowed to self-isolate in their homes for 14 days.
See Afiq’s full thread here:
Dah boleh rentas negara? Tapi negara mana nak terima kita? HAHAHAHA ok la, aku buatkan list dan rules negara2 yang nak accept kita. Thread akan dikemaskini ikut info semasa[Thread]— محمد أميرول أفيق (@AfiqMahadhir) October 10, 2021

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KJ laments dirty politics, suggests public to look away

In light of a recent scandal that has gone viral recently, former Youth and Sports Minister Khairy Jamaluddin put it succinctly;

“Vile filth thrives when it’s given attention.”
Khairy Jamaluddin
Picture credit: Instagram
Khairy took to Instagram to voice his opinions earlier today, claiming that having a political career is tough.
He reminds us of how damaging past slanders were and urges the nation to ignore sordid political news.
Such things have happened, is happening, and will happen again in our nation’s history.

While we respect the role of other media and their need to report matters of public interest, at least for now, The Rakyat Post will decline to report on such matters beyond this point.
Thank you.


Non-Muslim Wedding Ceremonies Now Allowed (With Conditions)

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Senior Minister (Defence) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob announced that non-Muslim wedding ceremonies are now allowed.
Wedding ceremonies can be carried out at houses of worship and religious associations with the presence of the Assistant Registrar of marriages appointed Section 28 of the Law Reform (Marriage and Divorce) Act.
However, the number of individuals in the ceremony cannot exceed 20, including the Assistant Registrar of marriages.
This figure is also subject to the capacity of the premises and the ability to maintain social distancing.
Ismail Sabri states that the wedding ceremonies have to comply with the National Security Council’s (MKN) standard operating procedures (SOP)
It should also be noted that wedding receptions remain banned.

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Minister: Non-Muslim wedding ceremonies allowed with max 20 attendance, receptions still prohibited


Here’s How To Set Up Your New Android Smartphone (Featuring Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G)

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So you bought yourself a new Android smartphone and now you want to set it up yourself.

Sure, most people let a professional do it, but you paid good money for this flagship smartphone and you want that unboxing and setup experience for yourself.
Unboxing the Galaxy Z Flip3 5G is easy. The packaging is simple and environmentally friendly. Maybe try to fold and unfold the device a few times. See how compact it is.
When you’re ready, just press and hold the power button on the right side of the device to turn it on.
Initialising your Galaxy Z Flip3 5G is almost as easy, just follow the prompts. Don’t worry, I’ll help you out with this guide.
I’ve also included awesome extra steps at the end to make sure you have the best experience. It will take a bit of time, but it is worth it.
Welcome!

The setup process begins here. You pick your default language for your device here. Let’s continue with English (United Kingdom), but, if you prefer another language just tap that small triangle, tap the language you want from the long list, and tap OK.
Tap Start to continue.

I admit that I don’t always read the fine print. But if you do, you’d notice that the first two options are obligatory. You must tap the two checkmarks to continue.
The third — Sending of Diagnostics Data — is optional. This one is up to you.
Here, I just tap the fourth option for “all of the above”
Tap next to continue.

You log onto your wifi here. Just tap on the one you recognise and enter the password and tap Connect.
If you’ve already installed a SIM card on the Galaxy Z Flip3 5G, you could continue using your data, but using wifi is better in most cases.
Start Fresh Or Seamlessly Continue

One of the great things about getting a new Samsung Galaxy device is how seamlessly you can transition between devices without losing your data, photos, and in most cases apps.
You can transfer your data from your previous device to the Galaxy Z Flip3 5G by following the prompts here.
Not all Android smartphones will have this feature.
Consider this opportunity to start fresh. Trust me, you don’t always have to drag all the baggage you had from your previous device to your new one.
Tap Don’t copy to continue with a blank slate.

Sign in to your Google account here. You can create an account from here too if you don’t have one, or tap Skip if you want to continue without logging in.
It is recommended that you sign in to sync your contacts, get apps, and download the latest updates. Just follow the prompts to continue.

This step can be a bit of a hassle but you definitely should not skip it. Here is where you set the locks for your phone.
I’d recommend that you at least set up the Fingerprints and PIN for the Galaxy Z Flip3 5G.
Because the fingerprint reader is on the right, train it to recognise your right thumb and left index finger, for a start.
Don’t worry about setting up facial recognition, it is not as useful now when we all have to wear masks outside.
Additional & Recommended Apps

A pet peeve of mine is preinstalled apps that I didn’t ask for. Here Samsung did a wonderful job by letting you choose which apps you want to have installed.
You can pick them all if you’d like. Most of the apps are useful, especially the ones from Samsung.
However, you can skip Spotify, LinkedIn, Microsoft Office, and Microsoft Outlook if you don’t use them
There are a few apps that you can’t skip. The ones from Google are mostly useful. But, I don’t appreciate that the phone will preinstall Facebook without asking.
This step may differ with other Android smartphones.
Just follow the prompts to continue.
Samsung Ecosystem
This this part applies to Samsung Galaxy owners only. Other smartphone manufacturer may have their own methods, accounts, or systems.

This is where you sign in to your Samsung account or create one if you don’t have one. You won’t want to skip this step. The Samsung ecosystem of exclusive features is one of the many things that makes the Galaxy Z Flip3 and all the other Samsung smartphones so special.

Just tap the last option to put a checkmark on all of the above and click next.

Take note of the warnings and recommendations on this screen.

If you got to this screen, congratulations, you’re all set!
Well, almost. Here is my recommendation on what you should do next for the best experience.
Get All The Updates!

Although the last screen says You’re all set up you can see that the phone is still working, downloading all the apps it was asking you about earlier.
You do not want to disconnect from your wifi at this time, otherwise, it will switch to your data connection instead.
This is the perfect time to go into the Google Play Store and Samsung Galaxy Store — if you are using a Samsung Galaxy smartphone — and set them to update all of the apps that are installed in your new device.
You may even need to update the Galaxy Store app first.
The goal here is to have single app on your smartphone to be up to date. This will take time. Depending on your internet connection.
So just let the In this step I just let the Galaxy Z Flip3 5G charge while it updates. In my experience, this usually takes about 30-minutes.
READ MORE: Galaxy Z Series 5G Officially Launched In Malaysia At A Star Studded Online Event

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Surprise Gifts For Gombak Children’s Home Raises Spirits As Their Christmas Wish List Comes True

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Smiles were abound this weekend at Rumah Destiny Children’s Home in Gombak as the Christmas wishes of the young residents came true after a visit by some unexpected guests.
Senior Minister (Economy & International Trade and Industry) and Gombak Member of Parliament (MP) Datuk Seri Azmin Ali and his family showed up at the home for children, bearing gifts, treats and songs.
Credit: @farahshazliyana/Twitter
Prior to the visit, the MP’s family members had requested for the children’s Christmas wish lists, which included an array of requests from dolls to accessories. Each family member then decided to contribute one gift with a handwritten note.
Christmas wish list from the children of Rumah Destiny Children’s Home.(Credit: @farahshazliyana/Twitter)
We received a very special Christmas wish list last week from the children of Rumah Destiny in Gombak. There are 12 children in this home, so we each decided to contribute one gift from the wish list with a hand written card.Farah Azmin.
Datuk Seri Azmin Ali and his family writing down Christmas notes for their gifts to the children of Rumah Destiny Children’s Home.(Credit: @farahshazliyana/Twitter)
The gifts continued on with a special lunch for the children as well as a cheery presentation of Christmas carols.
In a Facebook post, the overjoyed Rumah Destiny Children’s Home thanked the MP and his family for their kindness and noted that this was the first Christmas celebration for most of their children.

Azmin Ali also took to social media to share snapshots of the heartwarming visit and reminded everyone that “in a multiracial society, we learn to live harmoniously in diversity.”
Christmas is a celebration of togetherness, giving and looking out for one another.In a multiracial society, we learn to live harmoniously in diversity. Thank you Liyana,kids and Inayah for doing this. I’m proud of all of you. I hope everyone had a good time#MerryChristmas https://t.co/3Gp0Wep5mn— Mohamed Azmin Ali • 🇲🇾 (@AzminAli) December 23, 2020

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New Fans Thirst Over Lee Zii Jia’s Olympic Performance Despite Loss To China

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Malaysian athlete Lee Zii Jia played a tough game against China’s Chen Long at the Badminton’s Men’s Singles round of 16 yesterday.

Despite his early success, Chen Long quickly caught up to him. Lee Zii Jia then lost the match with 21-8, 19-21, 5-21.
Still, Lee Zii Jia won in the eyes of Malaysians– won over their hearts, that is. Overwhelming support poured in for the 23-year-old athlete, with many claiming he will be Malaysia’s next badminton icon.
Trust me there is a New World No.1 in making!! Lee Zii Jia!! He is 23 and his current ranking is 8th in the world! 🔥🇲🇾 pic.twitter.com/m0gym4SPxv— Ravin Rao Santheran (@actorRavin) July 29, 2021
Netizens were, for a lack of a better word, thirsting over Lee Zii Jia.
to the one and only lee zii jia 😘 pic.twitter.com/MHvt99koC8— iana (@adrianakhrl) July 30, 2021
lee zii jia playing lee zii jia playingbadminton with my heart pic.twitter.com/n516NTB0fh— cherry ☼ thrill ride 🎢 (@juyeonglows) July 29, 2021
Some even (jokingly?) offered to fight things that hurt Lee Zii Jia, such as his opponent Chen Long for winning, as well as the floor of the badminton court because Lee Zii Jia got a scrape on the palm of his right hand.
chen long. me. u. selayang mall badminton court tomorrow. 6pm.— pee (@liannasn) July 29, 2021
Damn that floor . How dare u hurt Lee zii Jia pic.twitter.com/lgigoxwmDH— aeyeza (@beautifulzaa) July 29, 2021
Regardless of his loss, Lee Zii Jia definitely put on a performance to remember, and us Malaysians are standing by you.
It’s been so long since one individual can unite all Malaysians in a positive way together at the same time. Thank you, Lee Zii Jia. That itself is worthy of a gold medal. Only legends can do that.— Typical Malaysian (@TypicalMsian) July 29, 2021


Old Man In Johor Raped A Cat To Death, Faces 20 Years In Jail If Found Guilty

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A senior citizen today pleaded guilty in Johor Bahru Sessions Court to the charge of having sex with a cat, causing its death.

Janting Keling, 63, was accused of committing the offence at the Taman Ungku Tun Aminah housing area, Skudai at 4.30 am last on 16 April.
He pleaded guilty to the offense under Section 377 of the Penal Code before Judge Fatimah Zahari.
If found guilty, Janting faces a jail term up to 20 years and fine or whipping.
The court fixed 25 May for the sentencing as the prosecution requested time for the submission of documents.
He was offered bail of RM15,000 with one surety and the condition that he must report himself to the nearest police station.
Janting, who was not represented, however, asked for a reduced sum as he was unemployed.
He explained that he was from Sarawak and had recently come to Johor and was staying with his daughter.
The court then allowed the accused bail of RM6,000 with one surety.

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EPF Account 2 As Support – Over 4 Million Contributors Eligible To Borrow Between RM3k and RM50k

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Over 4 million Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) contributors will be eligible for loans between RM3,000 and RM50,000 from banking institutions, using their Account 2 balance as support.

During the parliamentary session yesterday (March 29), Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim pointed out that the purpose of this was to facilitate better Syariah compliant facilities by banking institutes which do not give way for any sort of usury.
He also added that the conventional interest rate or the Islamic profit rate which will be charged by the banking institutes will be between 4% and 5% annually.
These rates, he said, are far lower from the market interest rates which stand between 8% and 15%.
Hence, through this initiative, eligible contributors can take out loans starting from RM3,000 up to a maximum of RM50,000.
Anwar also added that all financing of this loan is subject to the criteria of the contributor’s savings balance in Account 2 of their EPF.
As reported by the Malaysian Gazette, Anwar said:
Even in the current situation, if withdrawals are allowed, the people’s savings have shrunk dramatically. Is it fair for us to burden people’s old age with insufficient savings? Is there no other way that can be worked out?Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim
As of 31 January, a total of 1.89 million members between the ages of 40 and under 55 were recorded to have savings in Account 1 of RM10,000 and below.
On 9 March, Anwar, who is also the finance minister, announced that the government is deliberating to greenlight the use of EPF savings as collateral for emergency loans, following repeated calls from the Opposition to allow further withdrawals.

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Massimo Bread Prices To Increase Between RM0.10 to RM0.60, Except For White Sandwich Loaf

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Bread is getting more expensive than ever.

The Italian Baker Sdn Bhd announced that except for one of its popular main products, the Massimo White Sandwich Loaf, the price of other Massimo bread products would be increased.
The price will increase by 10 to 60 sen, starting from the 15 of this month.
Citing a statement, Sin Chew quoted the company chairman, Jeremy Goon, saying that the price of Massimo White Sandwich Loaf will stay the same.
The reason is to help Malaysian families cope with inflation, typically a broad measure of the overall price increase or the cost of living in a country.
We have confirmed that the 400g and 600g White Sandwich Loaf will remain at RM2.80 and RM4, respectively.The Italian Baker Sdn Bhd chairman Jeremy Goon on the price of its white bread.
The Italian Baker Sdn Bhd chairman Jeremy Goon. (Pix: The Italian Baker)
Bread For All
Goon said white bread should be an affordable staple for everyone, especially during the economic downturn.
He also assured consumers that they will continue to enjoy the same delicious taste and exceptional quality at the same affordable price.
The Italian Baker Sdn Bhd acknowledges that it is deeply affected by global and local inflation, which also affects other industries.
Duit jatuh, beli brg import makanan dkt 60%. Lagi byk import dr eksport. Penyamun byk, dr semua sudut urusan bisnes negara ni. Roti canai naik harga jgn tanya kenapa https://t.co/1lRAQE9VD7— uwai (@Uwai50) October 9, 2022
Goon said the company faces rising logistics costs and prices for raw materials, including all baking ingredients.
We have held out from raising prices for as long as we could and will maintain the price of the Massimo White Sandwich Loaf for the foreseeable future.  Italian Baker Sdn Bhd chairman Jeremy Goon on the possible price increase in the future.
Goon had previously cautioned about a price increase in August 2022.
The Italian Baker last increased its prices in January 2022, citing the rise in raw materials prices.
READ MORE: Massimo Bread Price Increase: KPDNHEP Asks For Justification
The price increase will depress consumers, as rivals Gardenia raised its prices not too long ago.
READ MORE: Gardenia Breads To Raise Prices Starting 1 September 2022
Feeding The Nation
The Italian Baker Sdn Bhd is a wholly-owned subsidiary of FFM Berhad, the largest flour miller in Malaysia and majority-owned by business legend Robert Kuok’s PPB Group Berhad.
Aku balik dari kedai beli roti Massimo, ada seorang kawan tegur.Kawan: Aku tak beli roti Massimo.Aku: Pasal apa?Kawan: Sebab cina punya, Robert Kuok.Aku: Roti Gardenia siapa punya?Kawan: Aku sokong… https://t.co/UJZnDoHL4F— Raja eMail (@ShahrilRani) December 16, 2019
The bakery operates a large RM120 million industrial bakery in Pulau Indah, Klang.
It currently has 4 production lines consisting of 6,000 loaves-per-hour bread lines, a 24,000 rolls-per-hour roll line, a 15,000 pieces-per-hour cake line and a 6,000 buns-per-hour line.
They are touted to be state-of-the-art, fully automated lines using the latest American, European and Australian technology.

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