Fly FM “Hires” AI-Powered Robot Radio Announcer & People Are On The Fence

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Fly FM became the first radio station in Malaysia to have an artificial intelligence-powered radio DJ named Aina Sabrina.

As reported by Marketing-Interactive, Aina is developed by Fly FM’s in-house team of production engineers and conceptualised by strategic advisor Jake Abdullah. She operates with a full backend team that runs the AI real time for her on the air show, according to Moots, the group network director for Media Prima Audio.
(Credit: @aina_flyfm / Instagram)
Thanks to her back-end team, Aina can engage with listeners during her show, offer personalised music recommendations and mix music according to the listener’s mood.
“With the introduction of Aina, we are extremely excited to introduce a brand new phase of the Malaysian radio industry, and Aina is the definition of this,” said Fly FM’s content director Sean Matjeraie.
Media Prima Audio also plans to make Aina a full-blown virtual influencer through her own Instagram account, @aina_flyfm.
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Malaysians are on the fence
As the first AI radio DJ in Malaysia, some people think this is interesting and regard it as a big milestone in our broadcasting industry. Although she might not get all the info correctly, some people even find Aina amusing at times while tuning into her session.

Apparently, she can even speak Malay a bit.

However, a lot of people are frowning with this breakthrough technology. They feel like DJs are going to lose their jobs in the future if the advancement is going at this rate. Some even mention ethical issues regarding Aina’s looks.

Malaysia’s not the first with an AI-powered Radio DJ
Besides Aina in Malaysia, there’s also another artificially intelligent Radio DJ in Oregon, USA named AI Ashley. She is believed to be the world’s first AI radio DJ, only to debut a week earlier to our Aina. But instead of having a new virtual radio influencer, they cloned the AI to their station’s real midday host named Ashley Elzinga.
We made history as the world's first radio station with an AI DJ! Our midday host Ashley has become AI Ashley! We can’t wait for you to meet Ashley, the world's first artificially intelligent DJ. As to the intelligence of our other DJ’s…we’ll save that for another post 😉 pic.twitter.com/CtlMhYU0IO— Live 95.5 (@live955) June 13, 2023
Developed by Futuri Media’s RadioGPT tool, AI Ashley sounds identical to the real Ashley. As reported by Techcrunch, according to Phil Becker, the Alpha Media EVP of Content, “Both Ashleys will be working in a hybrid situation where we’ll have traditional Ashley on during some segments, and we’ll have AI Ashley on during other segments.”
If you wanna hear what she sounds like, you can listen here.
Besides that, Kuwait also uses artificial intelligence in their broadcasting system. Instead of a DJ, they have an AI-powered news presenter named Fedha that will be reading online bulletins in their national language.
أول مذيعة في #الكويت تعمل بالذكاء الاصطناعي• #فضة.. مذيعة #كويت_نيوز الافتراضية• ما هي نوعية الأخبار التي تفضلونها بتقديم #فضة زميلتنا الجديدة؟ .. شاركونا آراءكم pic.twitter.com/VlVjasSdpb— كويت نيوز (@KuwaitNews) April 8, 2023
But Kuwait is not the first country to have an AI news anchor. China debuted their first male AI news anchor, Qiu Hao in 2018 and its female AI news anchor, Xin Xiaomeng in 2019. India has also recently introduced their own AI anchor too in April this year, named Sana.
Well, it seems like the bots are on the rise, aren’t they?
So do you think you’ll like Aina?
Honestly, when you think about it, it’s not that weird to talk to an AI-powered DJ. We could just imagine ourselves talking to Siri, Alexa or Google Assistant. Or you could also imagine chatting with the software ChatGPT, which is super knowledgeable, but then again limited to colloquial slang.
What’s different about Aina is she has a cheerful personality minus the robotic voice. She can listen to your music requests, give you questions for giveaways and interact with you live when you call in during her segment.
In fact, on Thursdays, listeners can call in and guess the real singer in an AI Song Contest hosted by her. Winners can get RM150 in cash prizes and some Calpis products as they are the main sponsor for her AI radio show named Calpis with Aina.
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You can try and tune in to her show every weekday from 2 pm – 4 pm on Fly FM. Tell us what you think about her. Is she scary or is she cool? Do you think she’ll replace your favourite DJ on the radio?

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Mâ€™sian couldnâ€™t understand work meetings in Mandarin, made a DIY real time translator

Living in a melting pot of cultures and languages is both a
gift and a curseâ€¦
How many times have you sat down clueless in work meetings because your colleagues keep switching languages faster than Bruce Leeâ€™s punches?
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Trust us, youâ€™re not alone.
Twitter user Roshen Maghan (@roshenmaghhan) also faced a similar conundrum during casual work meetings where half the time most of his colleagues would converse in Mandarin.

About 6 months ago(?) I worked at this software development company, & every morning, we’d have a casual meeting about the work, but half the time, during the meeting, most of them would converse in Mandarin, & so I’d always be pretty clueless half the time
â€” roshen maghhan part 2 (@roshenmaghhan) July 9, 2019

Before we jump to conclusions, Roshen DID request that they speak in English and they DID oblige, but would eventually slip back into Mandarin. Roshen believes it’s unintentional and assures that theyâ€™re all very nice.
So, instead of complaining loudly on social media 👀, he decided to do something about it and share his solution on Twitter.
He made a real time translator!
The inspiration for this creation came from Google Pixel Buds that can convert any language in real time.

He couldnâ€™t afford the nearly RM800 price tag, so he decided to MAKE it instead!

But the thing about the pixel buds, is that they’re EXTREMELY expensive. So then just like everything else I’ve built, I decided, if I can’t afford it….I’ll build the damn thing myself pic.twitter.com/VTGkrUsBCb
â€” roshen maghhan part 2 (@roshenmaghhan) July 9, 2019

First, he went to the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) website to get the hardware breakdown.

Screenshot from FCC News

Then, he turned his attention to the software, purchasing the API key from the developerâ€™s website.

You can get your API key at the developer’s website, and there’s a cost for it, but it’s not much, I was only charged $0.13 for a few hundred translations
So yea, now we write the code to translate our spoken text into the language we want, using the API key pic.twitter.com/WDmhLwSY67
â€” roshen maghhan part 2 (@roshenmaghhan) July 9, 2019

According to Roshen, you could train an AI to do your translation, but that would take a lot of time, power and is extremely tedious. So, just use whatâ€™s already available, Google Translateâ€™s API.
In case you donâ€™t understand tech speak, API stands for Application Programming Interface. Itâ€™s the â€œgo-betweenâ€ that lets two software applications â€œtalkâ€ to each other. Weâ€™re going to leave this video below if you need a better explanation:

With his real time translator, Roshen wanted to make sure that it would work on every software platform like Android, iOS and Desktop AND with any earphone with a microphone, wireless or not.

I wanna make sure it’s able to work on every platform ( Android, IOS, Desktop ) therefore, it’ll be web-based
Also, I wanna make sure its able to work with any earphone wired or wireless, as long as it has a microphone. So here’s the earphones I’ll be using ( Left pic ) pic.twitter.com/Gbaz4XvRRs
â€” roshen maghhan part 2 (@roshenmaghhan) July 9, 2019

After he got the translation done, the next step is to make sure the translated words are voiced out and the user can hear it through the earphones.

So now it can translate in any language, in real time. So it fulfills the same goal as the google pixel.
( The reason the audio is soft, is bcs its coming from the earphones )
But then I thought to myself….why stop here, when I can make it way better….. pic.twitter.com/rVfTSzIZsK
â€” roshen maghhan part 2 (@roshenmaghhan) July 9, 2019

He skips over a couple of steps on his Twitter thread to spare us the confusing technical details, but he did it! A product that can translate any language in real time, similar to the Google Pixel.

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Heâ€™s done it, heâ€™s fulfilled his goal. But Roshen didnâ€™t just stop there.
He thought if he could translate ALL speeches to text in real time and include voice differentiation, deaf people can also be included in a conversation. They can read the translated text as the conversation is going on and not get left out.

Now I realised what if I actually translate ALL speeches to text in real time, and implement voice diarisation to differentiate each voice?
This way, even deaf people can be involved in a convo, and will be able to read & know what the convo is about pic.twitter.com/DMoRzUBdAI
â€” roshen maghhan part 2 (@roshenmaghhan) July 9, 2019

FYI, the transcript feature for the deaf uses voice recognition algorithms which he developed himself, integrated with NLU & NLG (chatbots). He also developed the voice diarization to differentiate each voice.
Youâ€™d think it ends here right? Nope.
This fella keeps going on, adding another feature where the application checks every word in the conversation and recognises topics. If you click on the topic (itâ€™s highlighted), itâ€™ll give you a quick summary of the entire topic. Walao weyh!

Then, again, I was like why stop here….so I made it more informative, using machine learning, it checks every word in the convo, & if the word is a topic, it gets highlighted
And when u click the highlighted word, it’ll give you information about that topic pic.twitter.com/0vVBrYk6PX
â€” roshen maghhan part 2 (@roshenmaghhan) July 9, 2019

However, Roshen admits that his application isnâ€™t perfect. Accuracy of voice translation is about 90% while voice diarization is about 60%.
STILL. This dude is impressive!
He ends his Twitter thread with this message:

Modern day problems require modern day solutions, amirite 😉
Now you can talk shit about me in any language and I’ll still understand, and I can finally day dream during a convo and still stay in the loop HAHA
â€” roshen maghhan part 2 (@roshenmaghhan) July 9, 2019

Weâ€™re not the only one impressed, okay. His tweets have gone viral with nearly 10,000 retweets at the time of writing. Twitterjaya has lauded the man for his creative solution to an everyday Malaysian problem.

rather than complaining about the situation, great how you do something to get yourself out from the situation 👏
â€” zuyyin (@zuyyinjuhari) July 10, 2019

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â€” DianTukimin (@diantukimin) July 10, 2019

Teach me master!! Teach me the way of developer… Anyways, you should join a group called DEVCON based in MAGIC Cyberjaya.
â€” muzammil nurdin (@MuzammilNurdin) July 10, 2019

Bro.. this might be the solution for my lazy ass cause I’m too lazy to learn any new language..
â€” à¨¸à¨¿à¨®à¨°à¨¨ à¨¸à¨¿à©°à¨˜ (@Symran_) July 9, 2019

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â€” #TeamRayaKolumpo (@SofiBinYusof) July 10, 2019

GURL I NEED THIS!!!!!! They always speak mandarin during meetings because one of our colleagues have poor english skills. And i always ended up almost dozing off every single time.
â€” Hoeism. (@h0eizm) July 10, 2019

This isn’t Roshen’s first foray into making cool contraptions though. He’s created his own version of Google Home, made with his own AI (named Caroline) to automate  objects in his home.

This year I plan on venturing into hardware even more, & bcs I can't afford a google home, I've decided to build my own one HAHA, using my A.I & an Arduino
So as of right now, it can control my fan, TV, aircond, & my house gate. Time to automate everything in my house!! pic.twitter.com/K6HRyK89Ns
— Roshen Maghhan (@roshennn) January 24, 2019

AND also made an augmented reality (AR) pocket-sized project holder.

Now that I use augmented reality VERY often, especially when building something including hardware, I decided to make a pocket-sized project holder that can be visualised easily, instead of carrying a book.
So here's what we're gonna build in this thread : pic.twitter.com/weBLY7u6SL
— roshen maghhan part 2 (@roshenmaghhan) March 18, 2019

Now, where can we buy his stuff? We have a, umâ€¦. friend who needs this.

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Everything We Know About The Phase 1 Total Lockdown SOP So Far

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The information within includes permitted activities for the economic sector, general permitted activities, and the negative list (non-permitted activities).
These SOPs will be enforced during phase 1 of the ‘Total Lockdown’ from 1 June to 14 June.
Permitted activities for the economic sector

Services
Food and drink.Including for animals.Healthcare and medical.Including dietary supplements, animal care and veterinary.Water.Energy.Security and safety.Including defence, emergency, charity, and humanitarian services. Solid waste management and public cleansing.Transportation.Land, sea, and air.Port services and operations, shipyards and airports, including unloading, laiter transportation, cargo handling and pilotage, and storage or stockpiling of commodities.Communications including media, telecommunications, and internet, post and courier as well as broadcasting (for the purpose of delivery of information, news, and the like only)Banking, insurance, takaful, and capital marketsCommunity credit.Including pawnshops and Ar-rahnu.E-commerce and information technology .Production, distillation, storage, supply as well as the distribution of fuels and lubricants.Hotels and lodging (for quarantine purposes only, segregation, employment for necessary services and not a tourist destination).Critical construction, maintenance and repair.Forestry services (limited to enforcement and wildlife).Logistics limited to delivery of essential services.
Manufacturing (at 60% capacity)
Aerospace.Components, maintenance repair, and overhaul.Food and beverages.Packaging and printing.For food and medicine only.Personal care and cleaning supplies.Health care and medical products including dietary supplementsPersonal care items, personal protective equipment (PPE) including rubber gloves and equipment fire safety.Components for medical devices.Electrical and electronics.For global economic interest.Oil and gas.Including petrochemicals and petrochemical products.Health and food related machinery and equipment.Textile for PPE production only.Production, distillation, storage, supply, and distribution of fuels and lubricants.
Agriculture, fisheries, livestock, plantation, and commodities are permitted.Including its chain of production, processing, and supplies.
Construction (at optimum capacity)
Critical repairs and maintenance.Core public infrastructure and construction works.Construction of buildings with complete on site employee accommodations or Centralised Workers Quarters (CLQ).
Distribution and trade (8am to 8pm only)
Shopping malls are closed.Except for the food, drink, and basic necessities section of supermarkets, hypermarkets, and departmental stores.Pharmacy, personal care, convenience store, and mini mart.Restaurants for takeaway and delivery onlyFood, drink, and basic necessities section of supermarkets, hypermarkets, departmental stores, pharmacies, personal care stores, convenience stores, and mini marts.Restaurants, stalls, and food outlets.Laundry including self service.Pet care and supplies shop.Glasses and optical stores.Hardware stores.Vehicle maintenance, workshop,  and spare parts store.E-trading (all categories of products).Wholesale and distribution (for necessary service products only)
Permitted activities
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Travel
Only 2 people per household may leave the house to get food, medicine, diet supplements, and other basic needs.Within 10 kilometers from the residence.A maximum of 3 people, including the patient, is permitted to leave the home to get healthcare services, medical, testing screening, safety, or emergency.Closest to residence in case the health services required is not within a radius of 10 kilometers.The number of passengers in taxis and e-hailing services is limited to two (2) people only. Including the driver.Passengers are required to sit in the rear passenger seat.Inter-district travel for those with vaccination appointments.
Public transportation such as employee transportation, stop-and-go buses, express buses, LRT, MRT, ERL, Monorail, ferry, and others are allowed to operate.50% capacity only.
Work
Essential public services are limited to 20% capacity.This does not include frontliners, security and defense personnel.100% non-essential public services will work from home.Necessary services including operations and management in the private sector is limited to 60% capacity.
Markets
Daily Market.6am to 2pm.Regulated Fresh Market.7am to 12pm.Permanent Farmer’s Market (PTK), MyFarm Outlet (MFO), and Area Farmers Organisation Complex (PPK).6am to 4pm. Wholesale market12:01am to 6am and11am to 4pm
Petrol stations
General petrol stations.6am to 8pm.Highway petrol stations.24 hours.
Religious activities
Muslim
Prayers in mosques and surau are limited to 12 committee members.No other activities allowed.Weddings (akad nikah) are permitted only at the Islamic Religious Offices/Departments with attendance in accordance with the ruling of the Religious Authority State.
Non-Muslim
Activities at houses of worship are limited to 12 committee members.No other worshippers allowed.
Sports and recreation
Limited to jogging and exercise only.Within 10km of residence.From 7am to 8pm only.Must be done individually and without physical contact.Observe physical distancing of at least 2 to 3 meters.Can be done in the neighbourhood and is subject to movement control instructions in the area.

#PKP #COVID-19[UPDATE] HEBAHAN: SOP PERINTAH KAWALAN PERGERAKANBerikut adalah prosedur operasi standard (SOP) sukan dan rekreasi sepanjang tempoh Perintah Kawalan Pergerakan (PKP) berkuat kuasa 1 Jun 2021. Sumber: KBSMalaysia pic.twitter.com/rv93fnAldy— Polis Diraja M'sia (@PDRMsia) May 31, 2021

Negative list (Not allowed)
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Long-distance travel
Interstate and inter-district crossing.Travel for long distance couples.Short term business visits except with PDRM permission
Education
All higher education institutions (public and private), skill training institutions, other schools under the Education Ministry, tahfiz centres, and other education institutes.All schools and education institutions under the education ministry, private education institutes under the school category and tuition centres, language centres, skill centres, guidance centres, and others under the Education Ministry.All face to face teaching and learning activities (PdP) at Higher Education Institutes. Except for students in need.
Businesses and services
Dine-in and park & dine (drive-in).Temporary farmers market, weekly markets, night market, and pasar tamu.Cyber cafe and cyber centres.Photography.Lottery retailer, horse racing, and casino.Spa, reflexology, and massage parlours.Wellness and beauty salons.Pedicure and manicure services.Barber shops.Furniture shops.Vehicle wash centers.Jewelry stores.Books and stationery shops.Vehicle accessories shop.Clothing, fashion, and accessories shops.Toy shops.Sports equipment shops.Plant nurseries.
Private service operations
Private sector.Except if listed in necessary services.
Meetings
Face to face meetings.
Agriculture, fisheries, livestock, plantation, and commodities are permitted. Including its chain of production, processing, and supplies.
Recreational fishing.
Child care
Child care centers, kindergartens, private kindergartens, kindergarten in private and international, and expatriate schools as well as child development centers for children aged 4 to 6 years old.Except for children of frontliners and where both parents are working.
Sports and recreation
Quarantine centralised training programs including for championships and competitions organised by the National Sports Council and State Sports Council.Except if using the Camp Based Training concept.Quarantined centralised training centers including training tournaments for teams in the Malaysian Football League (MFL).Except if using the Camp Based Training concept.The operation of all sports and recreational facilities and premises. Organising tournaments, competitions, or matches, locally or internationally.Sports and recreational activities outside of or that crosses areas under the current movement control order enforcement.
Creative industry
Production and broadcast of creative content via recording or live telecast including animation, film, drama, promotion, sitcom and alike, including dances, teatre, musical, cultural and traditional presentations, and including music.Except discussions and live streaming done individually and remotely.Broadcasting through recording or live.Except for informative (non entertainment) programs such as news, forums, and discussions. Movie theatres and drive-in theatres.Performances at hotel lounges.Busking, indoor and outdoor.
Seminars, workshops, courses, training, and talks
On the job training.Except if using the Camp Based Training method.Face to face seminars, workshops, courses, training, conferences, exhibitions, talks, and activities regarding Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, and Exhibitions (MICE).Driving and maritime training institutions and centres.Pilot training centres.
Entertainment
Night club and pubsCinema
Social Gatherings
Official and non-official government and private sector social gatherings.Social gatherings such as feasts (kenduri), festive day celebrations, engagement celebrations, wedding celebrations, receptions, aqiqah, doa selamat, tahlil, anniversary celebration, birthday celebration, reunions, retreats, and other social gatherings.To receive guests or visitors at home except in emergency cases and delivery.
Tourism and cultural activities
Public tourist attractions such as zoos, farms, aquariums, edutainment centres, extreme parks, adventure parks, nature parks, and others.Art, culture, and heritage centres such as museums, pubraries, art galleries, cultural heritage art centers and villages, cultural performance stages, and others.Theme parks, family entertainment centres, indoor playground, karaoke, and family karaoke.Tourism activities outside of the district and state.Tourism activities abroad by locals and tourism activities within the countries that involve foreign tourists.

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11YO Klang Boy Arrested For Driving Dad’s Proton Saga Alone

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An 11-year-old boy in Klang has been arrested after he was filmed driving a silver Proton Saga on his own. The South Klang police also arrested his father and seized the car.

The driving incident is said to have taken place on Friday (9 June) around 5pm at Jalan Banting-Pandamaran (Jalan Kampung Pendamar, Klang).
In the viral video, the young boy could be seen driving the car and slowly making a right turn at the junction.
The boy then rolled down the window to talk to the other children. The other children could be heard scolding him for doing such a thing.
The children said they would tell his father and jot down the number plate.
Screenshot from the video.
The police made the arrest on 11 June around 1.15am after raiding a house in Pandamaran, Klang.
The case is being investigated under Section 39(1) of the Road Transport Act for underage driving and Section 111 of the same act for abetment of offences.
Upon conviction, it carries a fine of not more than RM2,000 or imprisonment for not more than six months or both and losing the right to drive or getting any driving license.
The case is also being investigated under Section 31(1)(a) of the Child Act 2001 for child neglect, abandonment, or exposing the child in a manner that’s likely to cause the child physical or emotional harm.
Anyone found guilty of that faces a fine not exceeding RM5,000 or imprisonment for not more than 20 years or both.
The police advised the public not to be complacent and constantly watch their children’s movements so they do not take part in dangerous acts that could harm themselves and others.
The police also asked the public to refrain from sharing videos or any content carelessly to protect the image and privacy of others. Instead, the public should take the matter to the police instead and lodge a report.

Netizens commended the children who scolded the boy in the driver’s seat. They believe the child who reprimanded the boy could be a school prefect or a class monitor in the future.
Another person said the boy was lucky to have good friends who dared to advise him. They think good friends like these will save a lot of young lives.
'Ko nak mati ke bodoh'Adik sorang ni akan jadi pengawas sekolah, paling kurang pun ketua darjah.— Did i just (@toffeefamily) June 11, 2023
Nasib baik kawan2 bagus. Siap nasihat pasal mati lagi. Ambik plate no lagi. Usaha kawan2 dia ni la yang akan selamatkan banyak nyawa termasuk nyawa budak ni. Good job. Anak2 skang need more kawan2 mcm ni sbb banyak parents fail.— the writer (@oleenaz) June 11, 2023
Kawan: kau nak m*ti ke bodo.Pemandu: peduli apa kau.Kawan: nnt bgtau bapak dia.Kawan: amik nombor plat dia.Bagus kawan2 dia. Dorg nasihat dan tahu benda ni salah.Parent budak ni maybe xtahu anak curi2 ambik kunci, atau parent xde kat rumah.Kesalahan dari budak ni sndr.— Ai Ann (@AnnAzman08) June 11, 2023

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Game of Thrones fan gets final wish

Somewhere in Rhode Island, United States, 88-year-old grandmother Claire Walton had joked with her caretakers about wanting to meet the cast of Games of Thrones (GoT) before she died.
 Screenshot from CNN video
Later, she changed her mind to just hoping to watch the latest episode of GoT on Sunday on HBO.
Her second wish was granted. As was her first, in a way.

She was sent 10 personal messages from the cast, including by the actors who played Syrio Forel, Ser Davos Seaworth, Pypar and Qhono.
(Screenshot from CNN video)
The 27 year-old Staz Nair even joked around in the video that he was unrecognizable without his character’s facial hair.
(Screenshot from CNN video)
They were all sending all their love and dropping greetings to the hospice patient.
And just in time, because unfortunately, Walton passed away the evening after the episode aired.

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Surely, Games of Thrones knows no age limit and may she rest in peace with all those who lost their lives playing the Game.
Source via:1. CNN, May 1, 2019 (A hospice patient’s final request was to watch the Battle of Winterfell. The ‘Game of Thrones’ cast did her one better)


Thunderstorms Expected Over Merdeka Weekend

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The Merdeka weekend (27 to 30 August) is expected to be stormy, especially in the evening until nighttime.

MetMalaysia said the country might experience weak winds from various directions during that period which are conducive to the formation of thunderstorm clouds.
Among the areas that could be affected are the states on the west coast and interior of the peninsula, Sarawak (central and north), western Sabah and Labuan.

The weather forecast is based on the analysis of the MetMalaysia Weather Research and Forecasting (MMD-WRF) model, the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecast (ECMWF) and the Global Forecast System (GFS).
For updates and the latest authentic information, please refer to MetMalaysia’s website, social media accounts [Facebook, Twitter, Instagram] or the MyCuaca app [iOS, Android].
If you find yourself stuck at home due to bad weather, here are some things you can do to spend your time.
READ MORE: 7 Things To Do In This Rainy Weather So Your Weekend Isn’t Wasted

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Iconic Malaysian Actress Adibah Noor Forced To Sell House & Pawn Jewellery For Covid-19

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The impact of Covid-19 spares no one as iconic Malaysian actress and singer Adibah Noor revealed that she was forced to sell her house and pawn her jewellery to make ends meet.

The 49-year-old actress made the sad revelation on Twitter after receiving numerous messages asking for financial assistance during these tough times.
In a series of videos, the Adibah Noor admits that artists who work in front of the camera or on the stage look like they have glamorous lives, but the reality is different.
The reality is that during the MCO, I had no job at all that meant I had no income. But I am not ashamed to admit that I have sold off many things – I sold my house and even pawned off my jewellery.Adibah Noor via Twitter.
pic.twitter.com/YeuCP1LzCT— ADIBAH NOOR 🇲🇾😼 (@adibahnoor) July 27, 2020
She continued on to explain that during the Recovery MCO (RMCO) job offers have been few and far between with payments much lower than pre-pandemic times.
But she still accepts what comes her way, as long as she gets some income.
I am not complaining or sharing to get your pity. I am just informing you the truth of my own situation and I am so very sorry that I can’t help those who come to me asking for financial assistance.Adibah Noor via Twitter.
Adibah’s revelation comes as a shock to Malaysians who have seen her charming antics on screen since 1995 as she has starred in some of Malaysia’s best films such as Sepet and Talentime, as well as the popular educational series Oh My English!
almost everyday org dm mintak bantuan RM dik.akak tak dapat tolong.moga video ni membantu.— ADIBAH NOOR 🇲🇾😼 (@adibahnoor) July 28, 2020
Understanding that times are hard for everyone, she has been helping whenever she can – mostly by showing support to small businesses on her social media that reach her 570,000 followers.
I am so very sorry that I can’t help out others because I have to help myself. I pray that we can all make a living and may God ease all our endeavours.Adibah Noor via Twitter.

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Neelofar named as FIRST Malaysian influencer at the Influencer Awards Monaco 2019

How far can influencers go?
Unlike in Jakarta where being an influencer is a ticket into university, Monaco has started its own platform honouring influencers from all over the world in the Influencer Award Monaco (IAM) 2019.
Our beautifully gorgeous and stylish Noor Neelofa Mohd Noor, has been nominated in the Entrepreneurs category this year. Making her the First Malaysian to enter such a prestigious award.

So stoked to be nominated at the Influencer Awards 2019 Monaco! Canâ€™t believe this but Alhamdulillah, so grateful for this opportunity! Canâ€™t wait for the event and canâ€™t wait to share it with you guys! ❤
— Neelofa (@Neelofa) June 23, 2019

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30 year old Neelofa isnâ€™t just the image of beauty, but also one with brains.
She was made famous with her self-named line of hijabs, Naelofar.

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She is also famous for hosting multiple television shows, amongst them, meleTOP.

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With all Neelofar’s outstanding successes, it is not shocking that IAM 2019 has nominated her for the award this October.
According to its founder Lolita Abraham, IAM is a reflection of Monaco, the epitome of class luxury, and who else is better to represent this than the influencers of the internet.

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The Number of Followers you have certainly is important, but it is the quality of the community that counts.
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Truly, Neelofa is the best influencer to represent Malaysia, with 6.3million followers on Instagram and 2.36million followers on Twitter all proudly supporting her to win.

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♥ your fans will always be supporting you. Youâ€™re such a great influencer , inspiration. Congratulations Lofa! you deserve to be nominated for that award.
â€” Liana (@nrliana) June 23, 2019

Congrats @Neelofa ..you’re my inspiration 💜💛💚. I LOVE YOU.
â€” 🌸 (@cikciiciie) June 23, 2019

Semoga terus mengharumkan nama Malaysia. Insya Allah NEELOFA menang❤❤❤
â€” nkmath (@nkmath_7) June 23, 2019

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Budget 2021: Covid-19 Has Crippled The World’s Economy Similar To The Great Depression, Says Finance Minister

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Covid-19’s impact on crippling the world’s economy hasn’t been seen since the Great Depression of the 1930s, said Finance Minister Datuk Seri Tunku Zafrul Aziz during the 2021 Budget announcement.

Never has there been a virus which has impacted humanity as Covid-19, the spread of the virus not only endanger lives but has damaged economies worldwide. There’s no guidelines or past examples that we can refer to when facing this pandemic. This is an unprecedented crisis.Datuk Seri Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz
He also said that the virus has disrupted the supply and demand chain and affected the business ecosystem and Malaysia has to contend with uncertainties such as the fall of the prices of commodities.
Tengku Zafrul quoted the International Monetary Fund (IMF) saying that the global economy’s growth for 2020 will be at negative 4.4% and while global trade is estimated to be around negative 10.4%.
He said Malaysia is not alone in this as the economies of 150 countries worldwide have been affected by the virus.

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A Letter From The Minister Of Foreign Affairs

Dear Malaysians,
Today marks Day 5 of the Movement Control Order (MCO) enforced by the National Security Council to prevent the spread of Covid-19, or more commonly known as the Coronavirus, in the country. I understand many of us panicked in the beginning, not knowing exactly what to do and how to adhere to the MCO properly. Now, it is becoming much clearer.
The MCO aims to enforce Social Distancing, to ensure that Malaysians stay home to prevent the spread of Covid-19 through human contact or close proximity with those who are suspected to be carrying the virus. Essentially, the Government wants to flatten the curve to slow the virus down. This can save hundreds of thousands of lives. Even for those who donâ€™t experience symptoms, it could be possible that they are carriers of the Covid-19 virus.
In the many National Security Council meetings in the last few days, I personally have seen how hard the entire National Security Council, the Health Minister, the Director General of Health and the Health Ministry are working. I have so much respect for them and I am confident our healthcare system has been fighting Covid-19 as effectively as they can. But this is where we, as Malaysians, come in to help.
We need to ensure our healthcare system is not overwhelmed by a spike in the number of cases by ensuring we stay home. This prevents us from unknowingly spreading or catching Covid-19 to and from those around us. A slower infection rate means a less stressed healthcare system, fewer hospital visits and fewer sick people being turned away from crucial medical assistance. It also means we as Malaysians can reduce our risk of catching Covid-19.
Itâ€™s simple â€“ we should not leave our house except for essentials such as food and/or medicine. I understand we as Malaysians are used to heading out, gathering with friends and family. Socialising is a key part of our culture. But this pandemic is forcing us to make sudden and drastic changes to our lifestyles, and this will be our new normal for the next few weeks. Trade a little of our freedom for the greater good of all Malaysians.
Remember, Covid-19 does not discriminate. The virus does not choose to infect based on the colour of your skin, whether you are rich or poor, whether you are old or young. It does not target a specific group of people. We are all potential victims. These are uncertain times and we need each other more than ever.
It is important for us to remind ourselves as Covid-19 does not discriminate, our response should not too. On that front, the Malaysian Government has worked tirelessly with international governments to assist our efforts in containing Covid-19. For example, we at Wisma Putra have engaged China to obtain assistance for medical equipment supplies such as Face Masks, Hand Sanitisers and Protective Equipment for our frontliners. Weâ€™re also working with our neighbours such as Indonesia to help share information and help with contact tracing for our nationals attending mass events; and Singapore to ensure essential services that rely on the border of Singapore and Johor remain secure and safe. We are also continuously engaging our brothers in the Middle East to receive any further support and equipment required to boost Malaysiaâ€™s efforts in containing Covid-19.
Personally, I am pleasantly surprised at the positive response and willingness from our international partners to assist Malaysia in these difficult times. I know this is not because I am the Minister of Foreign Affairs, but rather they are doing this because of Malaysia, the residual goodwill towards us and the respect they have for us as an ally in the global community.
But now, as Malaysians, we must realise that the world is looking at us to keep up the mark and pull our weight in fighting Covid-19. We must be disciplined and united in adhering to the MCO to be a beacon of hope to other nations who wish to replicate our methods.
In the beginning, many Malaysians were stranded overseas due to restrictions in the respective countries they are in. We at Wisma Putra worked tirelessly to bring them back but then some of us viewed it negatively. Some went on social media complaining that we shouldnâ€™t bring our people back due to the risk of them also bringing Covid-19 with them. Let me make this clear, I will not compromise our efforts to bring Malaysians back to the homeland. It is our right as Malaysians to come home.
But to those who have just returned, please adhere to the MCO. Please quarantine yourselves for 14 days as instructed by the authorities. If you show symptoms, please head to your nearest hospital or clinic. It may seem like a burden, but this small step can prevent the virus from spreading further. The Government and Wisma Putra have worked hard to bring you back so act responsibly.
This is a time for hate and divide to be put aside and public health prioritised. We should all enforce this message through press conferences, statements and through social media. This is an opportunity for us, as Malaysians, to unite. Prevent the spread of fake news and keep ourselves healthy. The safety of our country and the welfare of our people is paramount.
We have gone through so much together, but this is my plea to remain calm and do the right thing. We can overcome this, and I am confident we will overcome this crisis even stronger than we have before.
There is good in every crisis, and we must praise our heroic frontliners confronting Covid-19 head on. The doctors and nurses in emergency rooms, hospitals and clinics caring for our patients, officers on duty at airports and border entry points, the police and military for ensuring Malaysians adhere to the MCO â€“ I salute you.
While we all face a long road ahead, I am sure this period will go down in history as a true testament of the Malaysian spirit. Remember, our forefathers fought for Malaysia to be our nation, to be free. Now itâ€™s our turn to make sure our nation stays safe. Letâ€™s ensure our children and grandchildren get a brighter future, free of Covid-19.
Break the chain. Flatten the curve. Together we can do something. Stay safe, stay home and most importantly stay strong.
HISHAMMUDDIN TUN HUSSEIN 22 MARCH 2020


Forget Flowers, Here Are Some Suggestions For A Fun Mother’s Day

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Tired of getting flowers for Mother’s Day? Well then worry no further. We got 7 gift ideas for you to browse for your beloved mother. We listed the places that you can get them too in the Klang Valley.

Here are 3 suggestions for gifts for Mother’s Day:
1. Fancy Dines
Treating your mother to something to eat will surely make her day. She might be tired of doing all the cooking and cleaning so this is the time to surprise her with a scrumptious feast.
Mother’s Day Buffet Hi-Tea – TrEat Restaurant @ Oakwood Hotel & Residences

Spoil your mother with a Hi-Tea buffet spread at Oakwood Hotel & Residences on the 14th of May. Mothers can also bring their little ones for 2 fun family activities such as weaving ketupat leaves & a costume makeover.
Price: RM85 for adults, RM43 for children aged 5-11 years oldAddress: 222, Jalan Ampang, Kampung Datuk Keramat, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala LumpurFacebook
Mother’s Day Omakase – Nobu Kuala Lumpur

If your mom is into luxurious tea time, you can try Nobu KL’s Mother’s Day Omakase. Available from 12 – 14 May, you can treat your mother to an exquisite taste of pure delicious bliss. From King crab and wagyu to sushi and Japanese desserts, it’ll be one unforgettable meal.
Price: RM550++ per paxAddress: L4A-05, Level 4A, Shoppes At Four Seasons Place, 145, Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala LumpurFacebook / Website
Mother’s Day Collection – Elevete Patisserie

If your mom has a sweet tooth, you can try giving her this specially curated menu of desserts at Elevette Patisserie. For Mother’s Day, the chef made three special menu items, decorated with poise and elegance. You can get the Mother’s Day Four Seasons Petite Gateaux, Mother’s Day Fleur de Vanille and a Malaysian favourite, Sugee Cake with raspberry macaroons.
Price: Starts from RM89Address: 12, Jalan SS 26/13, Taman Mayang Jaya, 47301 Petaling Jaya, SelangorFacebook / Website
2. Pretty Nail Polish
For those fashionable moms, you can treat her to a mani-pedi! Some of these places offer hand or foot massages too so choose the best ones.
Posh Nail Spa

 Posh Nail Spa offers more than just mani-pedis, they have make-up, hair, waxing and eyelash services too. For the mani-pedis, they start at RM70 and RM80 for a 3-step pampering kit which includes exfoliation, trimming & shaping and also polish.
They also have a special “Wash & Spa session” for this Mother’s Day. Besides that, there’s also a gift card that you can book for your mom so she can go whenever she’s free. Click here for the prices.
Price: Starts from RM70 for manicure & RM80 for pedicureAddress: 4 Outlets – TTDI, SS2, Bukit Tunku, Element Kuala Lumpur Facebook / Website
Nail It Creations Mani & Pedi

Want your mom’s nails to look smashing but don’t wanna break your piggy bank? Try this cute but affordable mani or pedi at only RM38. You can even choose up to 3 colours.
Price: Starts from RM38 for a manicure or pedicureAddress: Seksyen 11, Kota Damansara, Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Facebook
Jac & Ivy
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If your mom is in a rush, you can also try Jac & Ivy’s Express Mani & Pedi. They’ll trim, shape, polish and put on cuticle oil care for only RM30 (manicure) and RM35 (pedicure).
Price: Starts from RM30 for an express manicure & RM 35 for an express pedicureAddress: 4 Outlets – Plaza Damas 3, Ativo Suites, KidZania, Taman MolekFacebook / Instagram / Website
3. Relaxing Spa Day
Being a mother is a full-time job and surely, her body will get sores and aches from all the heavy burden of keeping you alive and safe all this time. You gotta be grateful to her! And to do that, pamper her to a relaxing spa day at these places.
Thai Odyssey
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Enjoy the tranquillity of Thai ambience and hospitality at Thai Odyssey. You can get a half-body massage for RM68 for 30 minutes or a foot massage for RM73 for 30 minutes. Besides that, if you want a full-body massage, you can try the Thai traditional massage for RM138 which lasts for an hour.
Price: Starts from RM68 for a half-body massage Address: Check out the list of outlets here. Facebook / Instagram / Website
Manjakaki Foot Reflexology & Spa
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Here at Manjakaki, a traditional kampung massage spa that’s prevalent in malls. You can get their signature Kampung Massage for RM70/hour or Foot Reflexology for RM55/hour. Body Scrubs are RM75/hour, while a foot + shoulder + neck + back massages are RM65/hour.
Price: Starts from RM55 for foot reflexology Address: Check out the list of outlets here.Facebook / Instagram
Qi Odyssy
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Qi Odyssey combines foot reflexology with the elements of a traditional Chinese teahouse. So while you’re enjoying your massages, you get to try their various offer of Chinese teas and snacks. You can get a 30-minute half-body massage for RM68 and add an extra RM10 for a foot soak.
Price: Starts from RM68 for a half-body massageAddress: 2 Outlets – Bukit Jalil & Tropicana Gardens Mall Instagram / Website
So these are some of the places that you can bring your mothers to in the Klang Valley this Sunday.
If you’re on a tight budget, don’t worry about it. Maybe try spending time at home with her on Mother’s Day. You can do plenty of things that’ll make her happy and grateful.
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For instance, you could give her a full body massage, cook her her favourite meal, clean the house for her or for those young mothers, simply let her rest and sleep while you watch the kids.
It’s the little things that count.
READ MORE: How The Founder Of Mother’s Day Ended Up Hating The Holiday
READ MORE: Son Regrets Lying To Mom About ‘RM20’ Starbucks Thermos
READ MORE: Here Are 6 Types Of Moms & What To Get Them This Mother’s Day

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Anti-baby-dumping PSAs to air at all TGV cinema halls nationwide

A 30-second anti-baby-dumping public service announcement (PSA) will soon be screened at all TGV cinema theatre halls together with the usual ads and film trailersnationwide.
Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development deputy minister, Hannah Yeoh, announced the PSA through Twitter today.

THINKING OUT OF THE BOX – Our battle to fight baby dumping now takes us to @TGVCinemas! This short trailer will be played in all TGV Cinemas in 35 locations nationwide & across 282 hall for greater awareness & outreach. @drwanazizah pic.twitter.com/3NJzIMnfGV
â€” Hannah Yeoh (@hannahyeoh) August 28, 2019

The PSA is part of the ministryâ€™s â€œSave A Lifeâ€ campaign, which aims to raise awareness about reproductive health and baby dumping – a widespread problem in Malaysia, where talking about sexual intercourse is taboo.

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The numbers are worrying, over 1,000 babies have been dumped since 2010.
Out of those cases, 64% of the babies were found dead.
Between January to May this year alone, 65 cases of baby dumping were recorded with Johor having the highest number of 13, followed by Selangor (11) and Kuala Lumpur (seven).
And these are just the number of recorded cases. We still donâ€™t know about all the dumped babies that went unrecorded.
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According to the ministry, most baby dumping cases were due to out of wedlock pregnancies, lack of information on places (to leave the baby) and lack of support from the community.
Besides this campaign, the government has also taken preventative measures such as advocacy strategies, prevention and reproductive health awareness programmes for the youth.
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The National Population and Family Development Board have implemented a reproductive health education programme for teenagers, to raise awareness on unsafe sexual behaviours for both girls and boys.
The ministry has qualified counsellors to handle unwanted pregnancies, including assistance, protection and a shelter for teens and women.
If you, or someone you know needs help, it is available. Just call the 24 hour hotline Talian Kasih at 15999.


Stubborn Sabahans Arrested For Karaoke “Party” During MCO

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Despite all the arrests and viral spanking going around in light of the Movement Control Order (MCO), some Malaysians are still finding it hard to #dudukrumah and stick by the nationwide lockdown.
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While most of us were stuck at home abiding by the social distancing mantra, four dudes in Penampang, Sabah got themselves arrested for enjoying a delightful evening at an illegal  karaoke  joint.
Authorities managed to uncover the private session while out on patrol because the 4-piece boy band was singing so loud that they could be heard from outside the establishment.
Apparently the owner of the store, who was present for the sing-along, didn’t have a valid license for his establishment.
The outlet’s karaoke systems were quickly confiscated and the acapella group had a fast ride to jail for violating the MCO.
Malaysianâ€™s who disobey the MCO can be charged under the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases Act 1988.
The guilty are liable of a fine of up to RM1,000, incarceration of up to 6 months, or both.

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Mâ€™sian public unis drops 38 â€˜irrelevantâ€™ courses, mainly science & engineering degrees

Itâ€™s no secret that the job market is tough.
Youth unemployment is a serious issue in the nation and people
are generally finding it harder to land jobs.

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In an effort to prevent the situation from worsening, Malaysian
public universities have dropped 38 â€˜irrelevantâ€™ courses.

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Citing irrelevance to current and future job market demands, the Department of Higher Education dropped academic programmes from 19 public universities.
A logical move, but it does come as a surprise that the halted
programmes were mainly science and engineering bachelors and
undergraduate studies.

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Some of the ceased courses include:

mechanical engineering in product invention
manufacturing engineering
electrical telecommunications engineering
electronic communication engineering
mathematics and chemistry
sports psychology
entrepreneurship and trade
Islamic education for school level
creative technology and animation

The report comes from Berita Harian that revealed each of the 19 universities dropped at least two courses.
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Thatâ€™s not all, several other academic programmes are also
under currently observation to determine if they should be restructured to fit
the job market or to be halted completely.
Berita Harian also quotes Deputy Education Minister, Teo Nie Ching who states that each public university review their academic programmes from time to time to determine if theyâ€™re in line with industrial developments or not.

 Teo Nie Ching, Deputy Education Minister(Credit: Yusof Mat Isa/Malay Mail)

Meanwhile, the Department of Higher Educationâ€™s director-general, Datuk Siti Hamisah Tapsir told Malay Mail that the move was made to ensure that local graduates were in line with the approaching Industrial Revolution 4.0.
Industrial Revolution 4.0 or the Fourth Revolution is a new approach
that combines traditional manufacturing process with technology â€“ especially Internet
of Things (IoT)- to improve automation, communication and data.

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IoT refers to the scores of connected physical devises that collect and share data online. For example, using your smartphone to switch on a smart TV is IoT.
Datuk Siti Hamisah also stated that current universities
programmes must be offered technological advances such as analytic data and Artificial
Intelligence.

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“System Down” At Kelana Jaya Immigration Office

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Denizens were left waiting in line outside the Kelana Jaya Immigration office this morning (Friday) when the department had an unexpected system failure and was unable to open and attend to patrons on time.

A staffer went on a megaphone to announce that their system was down and that they did not know how long it would take to get it back online.
He advised those who were there – some of whom have been there since 7:30 am – to either wait for the system to be back online or go to another Immigration office to attend to their affairs.

According to the Immigration Department website, the office was supposed to be open at 7:30 am, however as of 8 am, it was still closed.
Speaking to some of the people in line, the office has apparently had several system failures in the last few days.

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“What’s Your Business With The Other Team’s Coach,” Kedah MB Continues To Poke Fun On ‘Someone’ In The Local Football Scene

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Kedah Football Association (KFA) president Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor today sarcastically questions the need for others to be bothered with another team’s head coach.

“Why are you so bothered with the other team’s coach? Perhaps it is because you can’t just ring him up as you did with other coaches!” Sanusi wrote on his Facebook earlier today.
He added that the individual he was talking about would directly call the coach and the players he wanted to recall back to his team – despite having agreed to send the player on loan to another team for the season – without discussing the arrangement with the management.
“Whereas the agreement was made between the management of team A and team B, not with the coach…can you see how he acts?
“He thinks he can just do anything and the people will just turn the other way? It’s 2022, not 1422.”

While not naming anyone, it is believed that Sanusi had directed his jibe to Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) owner Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim, popularly known as TMJ who recently commented on the recent appointment of former Bayern Munich youth team coach, Lim Teong Kim as the Perak FC coach for next season.
JDT had also previously terminated the national striker Syafiq Ahmad loan deal to Kedah Darul Aman FC (KDAFC) in March.
The decision was allegedly due to Sanusi’s statement that there should be no ‘deity’ in local football, which allegedly referred to TMJ.
Sanusi however said that he has not mentioned any names, and felt it was odd that certain parties were offended by his statement.
READ MORE: “Even The McDonald’s Clown Can Make These Claims” TMJ Slams Sanusi For Controversial Statement

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Melaka Tahfiz Founder And Hostel Warden Nabbed For Allegedly Sexually Abusing Students

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Police have arrested two Singaporean brothers believed to be involved in abusing and sexually assaulting tahfiz students in Tanjung Minyak, Melaka.

According to Buletin TV3, the 40-year-old tahfiz centre founder and his brother, a 36-year-old hostel warden, would be remanded until 16 May 2023.
Melaka police chief Zainol Samah said six students at the centre aged between 13 and 15 lodged reports at the Batang Tiga police station between 6.29pm and 9.13pm on Thursday.
Three of the students were forced to perform oral sex on the first suspect, while the rest claimed that they were physically abused by the hostel warden.
The hostel warden allegedly slapped, punched, stepped on, and whipped them with a rotan for not cleaning the centre on time.

According to Malaysiakini, the incidents were said to have happened at the Tanjung Minyak and Alor Gajah centres, and a condominium in Klebang several times. Victims claimed the last time it happened was on 7 May.
Initial investigations revealed that the tahfiz founder has a previous criminal record for committing physical sexual abuse and sodomy in 2019.
The case is being investigated under Section 14(a) of the Sexual Offences Against Children Act 2017 and Section 31(1)(a) of the Child Act 2001.
Zainol said the tahfiz centre will still be operating as usual.
The news worried some netizens online who questioned children’s safety in the affected tahfiz school with some calling for these centres to be regulated by the respective state religious authorities.
This is not the first. How safe are the children dekat institusi ni?— 🥧 (@editdelete) May 12, 2023
with all these sexual abuse cases in Tahfiz, it about time for it to be regulated by Jabatan Agama negeri masing2— stn5 (@FadhilahYusof) May 12, 2023

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Gov’t To List Potential Covid-19 Hotspots Starting 7 May

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Starting 7 May, the government will list down all the premises which are at risk of becoming a potential hotspots via the Hotspots Identification for Dynamic Engagement (HIDE) system.

According to The Edge, the decision was made after a National Security Council (MKN) meeting, as the country has been suffering a recent spike in the number of new Covid-19 cases recently.
Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Khairy Jamaluddin said that by having the list of premises it would increase public awareness to carry out self-monitoring, including by not visiting premises or risky areas.
The list enables the owners of the premises and the public to take appropriate action to prevent the occurrence of clusters triggered by the premises. Besides that, it also allows the business premises involved to be identified as a ‘hotspot’ for the possibility of the formation of large clustersScience, Technology and Innovation Minister Khairy Jamaluddin via The Edge
It’s reported by NST that a total of 1,660 locations have been identified as “at risk” this week, with the potential to turn into Covid-19 clusters, compared to 1,170 locations the week before.
What is HIDE?
Jointly developed by Bank Negara Malaysia and the Ministry of Health, the feature aims at providing information and early warnings to prevent the spread of Covid-19 by using data from the MySejahtera application.
Khairy said that the system makes the detection based on public data analysis and artificial intelligence.
HIDE uses advanced technology to predict where potential clusters are, so that more targeted action can be taken early. It is to avoid the emergence of large clusters, especially now that there is an increased number of Covid-19 infections.Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Khairy Jamaluddin via The Star
This, he said, would help the government to avoid implementing drastic actions such as closing premises and imposing the Movement Control Order (MCO).
He also said that, MySejahtera has identified casual contacts since March and the government has sent out over 800,000 notifications via the app.

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Mâ€™sians amazed by 17YO African kid who can speak Sarawakian Malay fluently (video)

Among the many things we Malaysians love to watch is foreigners speaking Malay.

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In fact, weâ€™re even more amazed when foreigners are able to fluently speak Malay.
So, you can imagine how impressed we were when we saw an African boy have a firm grasp of not just regular olâ€™ Malay, but specifically the Sarawakian version.

Mr. Febri is a local YouTuber who regularly posts videos of him interacting with his e-hailing ride customers.
Recently, he had a surprise when he picked up a young African boy who was able to speak to him in fluent Sarawakian Malay.

Among the topics discussed were how the boy learned to speak Malay and how long he had been living in Sarawak.
According to the conversation, the boy moved to KL with his family roughly seven years ago and attended international school here.
Then, about a year and a half ago, their whole family moved to Sarawak after his father started working at the Faculty of Social Sciences in University Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS).

Since then, the 17-year-old has been attending a Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan (SMK) somewhere in Kota Samarahan and will be sitting for his Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) exams soon.

The 20-minute 49-second video uploaded to YouTube on August 14 already has more than 20,000 views at the time of writing.
Malaysians commented on how impressed they were by the boyâ€™s Sarawakian accent.
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“That African’s ability to speak Bahasa Melayu is amazing!”
“When he speaks English, he sounds African. But when he speaks Sarawakian, he sounds Malaysian la. What a soft spoken person.”
“He’s so good!”

Watch the skillful conversation below!


Let’s Beat The Heat By Having A Splashtastic Time At SplashMania

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Malaysia is on fire 🔥 and not in a cool way!

In some places, temperatures reached a scorching 40°C and the humidity makes us all sweaty and sticky, even indoors.
It’s been so hot lately that the authorities have even considered closing down schools and cautioned the public to stay in the shade, keep hydrated and cool off any way they can.

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The bad news is, it looks like the heat isn’t going to simmer down anytime soon.
Experts predict that the heatwave will likely last till August, and temperatures are expected to exceed 38°C for several consecutive days. Some also suggest that this dry spell we’re under could get even worse later on in the year.
So are we doomed to live out the rest of the year hiding from the sun? Have the fan and air-con turned on at full blast? Take 10 showers a day?! How can we cope with this insane weather and still have some fun?
Well, the answer is obvious, isn’t it? Let’s all have a blast at SplashMania! 🌊

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Whether you’re looking to chill out with the fam, the squad, your bae or by your awesome lonesome, SplashMania is the perfect place to beat the heat and enjoy smashing sites, fantastic slides, and have a splashtastic good time.

(Credit: SplashMania)
SplashMania is more than just your average waterpark. It’s a rainforest-themed wonderland surrounded by nature and filled with exciting activities for all ages.
The park is home to 24 thrilling water slides and 15 key attractions like the massive wave pool called Omba’King’s Cove, where you can simply float around and relax to the sound of waves hitting the shore.
Want to test your surfing skills? Pay for a ride down the fast and rocky tides at Surf Mania or climb up the tallest waterplay structure in Malaysia: the Treasure Tower!

(Credit: SplashMania)
But if you’re looking for a thrill ride like you’ve never experienced before, you might want to check out the three new thrilling slides SplashMania just unveiled!
Atlantis VR
Take a trip across time and enjoy a virtual journey through the Lost City of Atlantis. The Atlantis VR slide is Malaysia’s first virtual reality waterslide and promises you an experience like no other as you slide through the 250-meter ride on inflatable rafts with VR headsets on.
Atlantis VR gives you an immersive experience where you and your companions feel like being transported to a completely different world full of wonder.

(Credit: SplashMania)
Monsta
Strap yourselves up to spin and tumble down the Monsta!
It’s a waterslide that’ll send you swirling down these giant bowl-shaped slides before making you take a freefall dive into a splash pool at its end.
This monster of a ride is bound to make your adrenaline rush and your heart skip a beat.

Twista
Imagine twirling down a waterfall as you hang on for dear life.
What you get is the Twista slide! Riding this twister will send you whirling down a series of snaking slides at high speeds, and it only gets faster, and faster and faster!
The Twista is perfect for those who want to squeeze out the maximum amount of thrills and spills you can get in Malaysia’s ever-lasting summer!

(Credit: SplashMania)
So why are you still sweating there? Grab your swimsuit and sunscreen, and head on over to Gamuda Cove to have a blast at SplashMania!
Splashmania is now fully open to the public from 10 am to 6 pm daily. But do keep in mind that the waterpark is closed on Tuesdays, except on school breaks and public holidays.
You can purchase your tickets online or at the gate. Online tickets will be priced according to season and demand starting from RM81. Whereas walk-in tickets are fixed at RM95 for kids and RM125 for adults.
As a bonus, admissions will include free, unlimited digital photo passes that let parkgoers download and collect their pictures online. In case you didn’t know, SplashMania uses state-of-the-art facial recognition technology to capture the faces of people playing in the park.
This allows guests to acquire pictures from the GL Play App, which is available on the Apple App Store or Google Play, pick fun digital frame templates for their pics and immediately share em’ on social media.

(Credit: SplashMania)
Don’t miss the chance to beat the heat and have a splashtastic time at SplashMania! Visit GL Play for more info.

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Dewan Bahasa Supports Move To Make Fridays “Jawi Day”

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Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (DBP) hails the decision made by the government to make Friday a Jawi Day, according to their Board of Directors Chairman Professor Datuk Dr Awang Sariyan.
He said the writing system has been used even before the English alphabet was adopted, and during the Malay Sultanate era, Jawi was used in many different areas including religion, law, matters relating to national administration, history, and medicine among others.
The letters and the agreement between the governments in the Malay world with foreign powers such as the Netherlands, Portugal, Spain and the English were written in Jawi. Jawi and the Malay language were accepted by all nations, even during British colonial rule. DBP Board of Directors Chairman Professor Datuk Dr Awang Sariyan via Sinar
Earlier, the Minister for Religious Affairs Datuk Dr Zulkifli Mohamad Al-Bakri declared that Fridays were to be Jawi Day, to preserve and reinforce some of Malaysia’s traditions and cultures.
Zulkifli also said that Jawi is recognised in the Federal Constitution, as stated in Section 9 of the National Language Act 1963/67.

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M’sian durians just flew private jet style to China from Sepang

While we can only dream about flying on a private jet, 20 tonnes of durians are already living that jet-setter lyfe.
Several varieties of the infamous fruit, including the ever-popular Musang King, were flown in an inaugural flight to Zhengzhou, the capital of the Henan province in China, yesterday.
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While this was the first time whole durians were flown to China, it wonâ€™t be the last.
Malaysiaâ€™s special envoy to China, Tan Kok Wai, said that the government is aiming to expand the number of flights from two or three per week to daily chartered flights for the fruit.
The target is to export 8,000 tons of durian a year worth about RM470 million (800 million RMB)
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You might ask, why is Malaysia sending so many durians to China? Through private jet some more.
No, itâ€™s not because most people have refused to fly in a plane filled with durians.

Picture credit: Imgflip

Itâ€™s because people in China wanna eat some durians!

â€œLess than 1 per cent of the Chinese population have tasted Musang King before and exporting the whole fruit to China will allow us to expand the market even further,â€Â
 Tan Kok Wai via Malay Mail
Donâ€™t be fooled, even though 1 per cent of Chinaâ€™s population might sound like a small number, it actually means a consumer base of about 14 million people.Â
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So, if China likes our durian, why is this chartered flight only happening now?
Well, the flight yesterday was a result of the China (Henan)-Malaysia Agriculture Supply Chain Platform aimed to promote and strengthen agricultural trade between the two countries.
In fact, Malaysia only began to export whole durian fruits to China in June.Â
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Prior to that, Malaysia was only able to export durian pulp, paste, and other processed products to the country. Last year, Malaysia reportedly exported 235.62 tonnes of durian products to China.


No More Green Zones In The Peninsular, Based On Stats From Health Ministry

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There are no more Covid-19 Green Zone districts in the peninsula. Furthermore based on data from the Health Ministry, five states and three Federal Territories are classified as Red Zones. They are:

PenangSelangorThe Federal Territories (Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya and Labuan) MelakaJohor
In the span of 14 days, 43,345 new cases were recorded nationwide with Selangor continuing to record the highest number of cases with 14,129 followed by Sabah (6,097); Johor (5,340); Federal Territories (5,306); Penang (2,384) and Sarawak (1,922).
Here’s the breakdown of the districts with the most number of infections:
Petaling Jaya (4,048)Klang (3,345)Hulu Langat (2,849)Johor Bahru (2,038)Lembah Pantai (1,928)Kepong (1,500)Sepang (1,163)Titiwangsa (1,311)Gombak (1,035)
As for Sarawak, only six remaining Green Zones districts are currently placed under the Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO), namely Mukah, Lundu, Lawas, Daro, Matu and Saratok, but these too may change.
Meanwhile, Kuching, Miri, Sibu, Kanowit and Beluru have been classified as Red Zones after cases have steadily risen in those areas.
Situasi semasa seluruh negara berdasarkan pergerakan 14 hari kes #COVID19. Hampir seluruh negara dalam zon merah kecuali Sarawak yang masih ada 6 zon hijau. Hadkan pergerakan untuk elak jangkitan kerana virus ini sudah berada dalam komuniti kita. #JagaNegaraKita🇲🇾 pic.twitter.com/f7xpg5PpVo— KKMalaysia🇲🇾 (@KKMPutrajaya) January 24, 2021

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Turtle eggs being sold in Sabah

In the near future, Malaysia will have zero turtles and this will probably be why.
CNA reports that turtle eggs are still being sold in broad daylight along Sandakanâ€™s busiest street while uniformed police officers stood nearby.
The turtle eggs were being sold at just RM2 per egg or RM20 for about ten eggs.
Even though the sale and consumption of eggs from all species of turtles are banned in East Malaysia, Sabahans worry that the demand for turtle eggs are being fueled by tourists.
A licensed tour guide in Sabah, Afiq Samsudin, told CNA that tour groups would make requests to sample turtle eggs.
While Afiq Samsudin declines such requests, he knows that other tour companies in Sandakan would buy turtle eggs to serve the tourists.
In an effort to preserve the endangered turtles, Sabah is offering programmes that aim to educate visitors instead.
Visitors will be brought to Pulau Selingan, about an hourâ€™s boat ride from Sandakan, and have the opportunity to observe female turtles nesting.
Ranger patrols then collect the eggs and transport them to the islandâ€™s hatchery to be buried for incubation, safely away from natural predators and humans.
Hussien Muin, a senior official from Sabahâ€™s Wildlife Department in Sandakan, urges everyone to reject and report any offers to buy turtle eggs.
â€œThe integrity of consumers is key for Sabah to end this trade,â€ he claims.


DG Hisham’s Birthday Wish Is Pretty Simple, Yet The Most Important Thing You Can Do

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Itâ€™s 21st April, which means that Health Director General Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah turns 57!
Hailed as a national hero for leading the Health Ministryâ€™s Covid-19 response, Malaysians have been flooding social media with birthday wishes since Sunday (19th April).

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But what about a birthday gift?
While some well-intentioned Malaysians started a petition to wish him a happy birthday, Dr Noor Hishamâ€™s birthday wish is probably the easiest, yet most important thing anyone can do.
On the occasion of my birthday tomorrow, April 21, the most special gift for me will be if Malaysians remain staying at home and observe high hygiene standards.Datuk Dr Noor Hisham, Health Director General to Bernama.
The soft-spoken surgeon born in Sepang, Selangor told Bernama that Malaysians continuing compliance with the Movement Control Order (MCO) and staying at home to break the virusâ€™ chain of infection is all he wanted for his birthday.
This relatively simple request echoes his unwavering dedication to keeping Malaysians safe from the virus. When previously asked about people calling him a national hero, Dr Noor Hishamâ€™s response was; â€œItâ€™s not about me, itâ€™s about what we can do together.â€

#HappyBirthdayDGHisham in all honesty no one is doing it like him and im so glad we have a reliable figure like him to lead us through this pandemic! pic.twitter.com/c6FAnSiKPu— cass (@cassbeenwildin) April 20, 2020

So, letâ€™s follow his lead to beat the virus. Stay home and stay safe, everyone!

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Malaysians staying at home, keeping safe will be my best birthday gift - Dr Noor Hisham


Mandatory Death Penalty Abolishment Starts Today, Here’s What You Need To Know

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The long awaited abolishment of the mandatory death penalty finally comes into force today.

According to the Malaysia Federal Legislation website, the gazetted document has already been signed by Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform)  Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said dated June 30, 2023.
Earlier in April, the Abolition of Mandatory Death Penalty Act was passed by the Parliament, offering an alternative to the mandatory death penalty.
The new law replaces it with a sentencing range of 30 to 40 years of imprisonment, accompanied by a minimum of 12 strokes of whipping.
What is the Mandatory Death Penalty and When Was It Introduced?
Malaysia is no stranger when it comes to the death penalty.
Introduced in 1983, the death penalty is usually carried out by hanging.
This penalty was introduced to curb and punish those who have committed the following offences — drug trafficking and murder.
However, over the years, several debates and discussions have occurred about the use of this penalty and whether or not it violates the right to life.
Some have even put out that the death penalty does less good as a deterrent to crimes, thus the calls for the abolition or reform of the death penalty in Malaysia.
Here’s What You Need to Know
In 2007, Malaysian human rights organisations, including Amnesty International, began actively campaigning for the abolition of the mandatory death penalty.
They argue that it violates the right to life and is a form of cruel and inhuman punishment.
And later in 2012, the Malaysian Bar Council passed a resolution calling for the abolition of the mandatory death penalty.
The council argued that the death penalty is irreversible and has no proven deterrent effect on crime.
Five years later, in 2017, the Malaysian Parliament passed the Dangerous Drugs (Amendment) Act 2017, which removed the mandatory death penalty for drug trafficking offences.
Instead, judges were given the discretion to impose either the death penalty or life imprisonment.
In the years 2019 up till 2021, the bill had gone through several discussions and was debated in parliament sessions and was eventually passed on April 11 this year.
The Abolition of Mandatory Death Penalty Bill eliminates the mandatory death penalty for 12 offences previously subject to it, such as drug trafficking, murder, treason, and terrorism.
Additionally, the death penalty is entirely removed as a sentencing option for seven offences, including attempted murder and kidnapping.
As a substitute, prison terms ranging from 30 to 40 years will replace the previous practice of “natural life imprisonment,” which detained individuals until death.

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Hennessy Artistry ‘Diffraction’ Redefines The Social Nightlife Scene

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The Hennessy Artistry event has returned to Malaysia to redefine the nation’s young and social nightlife scene.

On Saturday (26 November), Hennessy fans and partygoers were treated to a mesmerising high-octane light display combined at Hennessy Artistry ‘Diffraction’.
High-octane light display at the Hennessy Artistry ‘Diffraction’. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
Held at KLCC Convention Centre, the event was attended by almost 3,000 people.
Stylised with hip-hop tunes from local and international hits, the exciting evening saw electrifying performances from South Korean hip-hop recording artist Jung Ki-suck, better known by his stage name Simon Dominic.
Simon Dominic’s reaction to fans chanting for him to take off his shirt at HennessyMY #ArtistryDiffraction 💀“I’m not Jay Park, I’m not Loco, I’m not Gray, I’m not Zico.” pic.twitter.com/zTawC8VdZ3— jq (@cocoonedsoul) November 26, 2022
📸: Simon Dominic ig story 221127 “Thank You” (@ the Hennessy Artistry Diffraction event yesterday in KLCC 🇲🇾) 🔗: https://t.co/VivEjvU9r8@longlivesmdc #AOMG #사이먼도미닉 #쌈디 #HennessyMY pic.twitter.com/GshWWGOvgN— SIMON DOMINIC PH🇵🇭 (@SimonDominicPH) November 27, 2022

The audience was also treated to an unforgettable performance from the Ban Huat set up featuring Malaysian Chinese rapper Dato Maw, Yung Kai, S.A.C. and DJ Hazel, who is well known for Hip Hop and Trap music.
Throughout the evening, participants immersed themselves in an ultimate 360°night experience.
Malaysian-Chinese rapper Dato Maw performing at Hennessy Artistry ‘Diffraction’. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
From high-energy performances to an interactive light show, it was a night of enjoyment redefined through music and lights.
With the legendary, expressive and challenging cognac – Hennessy V.S.O.P (Very Superior Old Pale), the evening was fun and an adventure of epic proportions.
Simon Dominic takes centre stage at Hennessy Artistry ‘Diffraction’. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
A female audience reacts to the energetic music at Hennessy Artistry. (Pic: Fernando Fong)
Why Is Hennessy So Special?
Hennessy Cognac is a type of brandy.
As a liquor made from fermented fruit juice, “brandy” is a spirit distilled from various fruits, including grapes.
To be classified as cognac, however, the grapes used must originate from the Cognac area in western France.
Most Hennessy Cognac (including the core expressions) is bottled at 40 per cent alcohol by volume (ABV, 40 proof).
Hennessy’s popularity is due to its unique flavour profile, crafted over centuries.
The brand has also been successful in marketing and promoting its cognac worldwide.

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You Can Watch ‘Mat Kilau’ On Netflix Starting This Malaysia Day

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Netflix recently confirmed in a video that the popular local film Mat Kilau: Kebangkitan Pahlawan will be shown on its streaming platform on 16 September 2022.

The date is fitting seeing that it’s also Malaysia Day, a day which marks the establishment of the Malaysian federation.
READ MORE: Filem Mat Kilau Kini Boleh Ditonton Di Netflix Mulai 16 September Ini

The film was made with an RM8 million budget and managed to rake in RM90 million in profits within two months of its cinema release.
READ MORE: Record-Breaking Mat Kilau Rakes In RM12.2 Million Over Four Days
Previously, director Syamsul Yusof expressed surprise when Netflix offered to buy the film for RM7 million.
Image: IMDb
At the time, Harian Metro reported that Abdul Rahman Mt Dali, the managing director of Studio Kembara, denied selling the film to the streaming platform since the discussion hasn’t been finalised.
He also clarified that Netflix wanted to buy the film for RM5.5 million for 10 years and offered an extra RM2 million to show the film on Netflix for a short period.
Image: Netflix Asia

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Open Burning To Blame For Bad Air Quality, Says Environment Minister

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Minister of Environment and Water (Kasa) Datuk Seri Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man noted that the bad air quality seen this week is due to open fires, especially during our current hot and dry weather conditions.

READ MORE: Is It Haze Season Already? Areas Across Malaysia Show “Unhealthy” API Level
Seven mobile continuous air quality monitoring (MCAQM) stations recorded unhealthy Air Pollutant Index (API) readings as of 4pm on 2nd March, namely Johan Setia Klang (188), Banting (167), Petaling Jaya (133), Klang (107), Shah Alam (104), Cheras, Kuala Lumpur (111) and Rompin, Pahang (133).
Some of the open fires are not intentional. Certain areas in the Kuala Langat Selatan Forest Reserve has seen forest and peat fires involving an area of 34 hectares since 24 February. The burning, plus the hot and dry weather, resulted in the haze enveloping the Klang Valley.
Additionally, agricultural areas have also seen fires contributing to the bad air quality. Five agricultural locations in Johan Setia, Klang also saw open fires since early last month. The Department of Environment (DoE) has also detected bush fires in Rompin in a 10-hectare area yesterday.
In response to the uptick of burning fires, the DoE has immediately taken strict action against landowners, landfill operators, and perpetrators who cause open burning that affects air quality.
They have prepared six investigation papers, issued one compound, and served four notices to the perpetrators.

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How Malaysians Together Can Put An End To Covid-19

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Anxiety builds as we approach the end of 2020.

Following the surge of Covid-19 cases and fears of an impending infection wave that would hit our shores if cases continue to climb, online conversations reveal how Malaysians are frustrated and concerned for not only their lives but the overall wellbeing of the nation.
Read More: #RakyatJagaRakyat Trends Online As Netizens Voice Concerns & Frustration On Covid-19
On social media, we also witness ordinary citizens pulling together in aid of those in need as well as reminding each other of what’s needed to be done in our fight against the pandemic.
Read More: Offers Of Help Pour In On Social Media For Stranded University Students Across The Country(Twitter)
But what else can we, the rakyat, do to hopefully bring an end to this devastating plague?
What’s at stake
Experts have pointed out that the spread of the coronavirus can be directly linked to ignorance towards standard operating procedures (SOP) and the lack of enforcement in maintaining those established guidelines.
I see old people hugging each other, others holding hands, fist-bumping and so on..Former Malaysia Medical Association (MMA) President Dr. N. Ganabaskaran via Malay Mail
But despite ongoing outbreaks, the reality remains that Malaysia cannot afford another nationwide lockdown, such as the Movement Control Order (MCO) period, in order to mitigate infection numbers.
Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin previously said that the impact that another lockdown would have on our economy and way of life would be devastating.
Kuala Lumpur’s homeless housed during the MCO.(Malay Mail)
Economics Analyst from the Institute of Strategic and International Studies (ISIS), Calvin Cheng, told the South China Morning Post that Malaysia might not survive another infection wave with marginalised groups such as low-income families, women, youths and small businesses being affected the most.
Additionally, mandatory stay-at-home orders would also be detrimental to the state of the country’s mental health as mentioned by Dr .Khor Swee Kheng from the Malaysian Health Coalition (MHC).
Making the impossible possible, together
Responding to the impending crisis, the Health-Director General Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah reminds the country that the only way to beat the pandemic is through our cooperative efforts at following guidelines according to the current Recovery Movement Control Order (RMCO) period.
“We have done that before and we are going to do it again”, said the DG speaking in retrospect to our previous achievement in bringing down infection cases to zero, earlier in July.
(Twitter)
The DG asserts the importance of obeying the “3W’s” and “3C’s” principle in maintaining personal hygiene and physical distancing.
In order to again flatten the infection curve, Malaysians are also asked to set their own boundaries and to limit their interaction with the outside world.
How about all stay at Home for awhile again?— Noor Hisham Abdullah (@DGHisham) September 30, 2020
Read More: Health DG Is Sassing Malaysians Online Due To Sharply Rising Covid Cases
The DG also tells those who are sick and showing symptoms of Covid-19 to immediately seek testing and treatment, and for those under observation to comply by quarantine procedures.
As an added measure, without really needing to resort to calling any people out directly, the DG also suggested for Malaysians to refrain from hosting or attending large-scale events and gatherings.
Please avoid accusing one another of wrongdoings. This social responsibility needs to be shouldered together so that we can break the chain of transmission of the COVID-19 infection in our country. We have gone through it together before by taking care of ourselves, our families, our community and our country.Health-Director General Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah via the Health Ministry (MOH)

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Emergency Declared In Batu Sapi, Sabah To Cancel Upcoming By-Election

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A state of Emergency has been declared at the Parliamentary Election Division (P.185) Batu Sapi, Sabah by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah.

In a statement released by Istana Negara, it is explained that Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin had presented his advice to the King today after a Cabinet decision was made.
The Emergency declaration is based on Clause (1) of Article 150 of the Federal Constitution to enable an Ordinance to be promulgated under Clause (2B) of Article 150 to repeal the date set for the by-election (PRK) for P.185 Batu Sapi, Sabah.
Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin meeting the Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah to advise Emergency declaration in Batu Sapi, Sabah.(Credit: Istana Negara/Facebook)
Before coming to the decision, the YDPA had also been briefed by the Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Mohd Zuki Ali, Attorney General Tan Sri Idrus Harun, Health Director-General Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah and Election Commission Chairman Datuk Abdul Ghani Salleh.
With this Declaration, any proceedings and preparations for the purpose of the by-election for P.185 Batu Sapi will not be continued, in order to prevent the occurrence of a Covid-19 fourth wave.Istana Negara
The Batu Sapi Parliamentary seat was left vacant following the passing of Datuk Liew Vui Keong on 2 October 2020.
According to the Federal Constitution, elections must be done within 60 days after a seat has been vacated.
The YDPA explains that the Emergency declaration in Batu Sapi is a proactive measure to curb the spread of Covid-19, especially after the massive spike following the Sabah state elections in late September.
Read the full statement below:

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Almost 200 Tabligh Members Are Stranded In India For Misusing Their Visa

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Stranded and detained in India, 189 tabligh members are unable to return to Malaysia due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic.
Who said what: Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Hussein said that the 189 Malaysian tabligh members stranded in India are in a “critical situation.” He explained that most of the tabligh members have been charged with flouting their social visa pass, detained and some still undergoing court process. The government is currently working to bring home at least 136 tabligh members using a special aircraft on 17th July.
How did it get here: After attending a mass gathering organised by Muslim missionary group Tablighi Jamaat in New Delhi in March, Malaysian members wre unable to return due India’s travel restrictions and lockdown to to curb the  Covid-19 outbreak. Later, the 190 stranded Malaysians were placed in quarantine and detention centres, while 55 Malaysians were charged with misusing their social visa pass for religious activities by the Indian authorities.
Read more:
189 Malaysian tabligh members in India ‘critical’, says Hisham (NST)
Indonesian, Malaysian Tablighi Jamaat members left stranded by India’s coronavirus lockdown (SCMP)
190 jemaah tabligh masih ditahan dan dikuarantin di India – Kamarudin (Astro Awani)

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189 Malaysian tabligh members in India 'critical', says Hisham
Indonesian, Malaysian Tablighi Jamaat members left stranded by India’s coronavirus lockdown
190 jemaah tabligh masih ditahan dan dikuarantin di India - Kamarudin
189 missionaries stranded in India after ‘misusing’ social visa pass


No, Palestinian students are not taking our taxpayer money

The RM 11 million in scholarships for Palestinian students are not taken from Malaysian scholarship funds.

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Lim Kit Siang’s political secretary Syahredzan Johan laid out the facts regarding this education funding:

He points out that the funds mainly comes from private sources, which doesn’t affect scholarships given to local students, neither does it come from taxpayer money.
He claims that to compare the education funds with matriculation quotas are disingenuous, as they are separate issues.

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Tidak sama, tau ke?
Many Malaysians have since mentioned how difficult it is for local students to receive education funding.
Picture credit: Facebook
Picture credit: Facebook
However, there are many scholarships available for Malaysians as well. There are different requirements and deadlines for each scholarship, so it’s best to do your own research.
You may find a list of available scholarships here and here.


“Mat Salleh” Teachers Are Getting Paid Way More Than Local Educators, Netizens Say It’s Not Fair

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Is a person’s nationality or skin colour a reason to be paid any more or any less at the same job?

You may be quick to say absolutely not! but it seems that unfair salaries is still a reality in Malaysia.
Recently, Malaysian Twitter was abuzz with conversation surround how ethnically white foreign teachers from Western countries such as the USA are supposedly baking the big bucks at Malaysian international schools.
Local Malaysian teachers employed at such schools, however, are not on the same pay grade and do not receive the same kind of benefits – despite doing the same job of being a teacher.
Tapi gaji cikgu mat salleh fresh grad tanpa pape pengalaman mengajar atau bekerja boleh pulak cecah RM10-20k sebulan kat sekolah2 private international Mesia, tapi tu la… https://t.co/CNo7oUu95Z pic.twitter.com/aKNqwNqy5w— Iqbal (@Iqtodabal) December 15, 2021
Responding to questions of why private schools are so expensive, yet private school teachers are not paid very well, Twitter user Iqbal claims it’s because most of the money goes to foreign teachers.
He said that international schools tend to use their foreign teachers as an advertisement and representative of their “international education” for students.
Apparently, “expat teachers” can earn a basic pay of $3k-$5k USD (RM12,650 – RM21,000) in addition to fully paid lodging and expenses.
A local Malaysian teacher employed at the same international school might only be paid the average wage of RM2.5k-RM5k a month.
Teachers were quick to agree with the disparity, simply because they were local Malaysians.
salam. just resigned my 1.4k job at private school as a principal managing 2 schools with 5years of experience. hahahahaa— Ezza Haniza Hashim❤ (@_HaniHashim) December 17, 2021
Teringat apply kerja (and dapat offer) as teacher kat a prominent private school kat Malaysia. Offered 2.5k. As a fresh grad, I almost went for it, until I found out the expat teachers (some takda teaching background, just bored wives of businessmen) dapat 12k. Hshshs ded— (NPC) Moyo (@penatbuttercup) December 16, 2021
A netizen even noted that when she applied as a teacher at a private school, she only received an offer of RM2.5k while other “expat teachers” who were wives of expat businessmen without any actual teaching background were earning almost six times her offer!
Tell me about it. Having mat salleh to work there is part of their marketing strategy to lure parents to enroll their kids there.Stop idolising white teachers la parents pls… trust me.. tak bagus mana pun. Kitorg yg gaji kecik ni yg byk buat kerja. Not them. Ughh— H. (@badtrippinbunny) December 16, 2021
Many noted that having “white” teachers as part of their education staff is merely a marketing strategy.
Same across the board
Other netizens were quick to point out that this sort of disparity does not only exist within the education industry.
Who are we kidding tho? This is true across all industries. All wypipo will be earning more than any Malaysian in the company.All expat roles in south east Asia mean white person & not just any foreigner from a different country.— Antitheist, Esq.  (@demoiselledian) December 16, 2021
Many Malaysians still feel as if employers can’t seem to separate skin colour and job competency– let’s hope all our industries can provide fairer job opportunities for everyone.

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Int’l Selangor striker asked to leave Msian football due to racism

They say that sports have the power to cross divides and unite people regardless of colour or creed, but it seems that this wasn’t the case for one footballer who had a rather bad experience in the Malaysian sports arena.
Former Selangor player Antonio Timothy German said that he left the Malaysian football scene due to racial abuse.

(Image Credit: Malay Mail)

The 27-year-old Londoner joined the local team on a one-year free transfer deal in January but left just one month later.
According to reports, the former Queens Park Rangers striker quit the Malaysian Super League after being booed by spectators during his matches and receiving racially fueled remarks online.
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German who played as a striker during his time at Selangor has played for clubs in several countries including Scotland, England and India said that he was shocked by the reactions shown by a number of local football fanatics.

“When I realised the messages were about my skin colour, that was crazy – it was a massive shock,”
“I have played in a few countries but never experienced racism.â€
said German as reported by BBC Sport
During his time at Selangor, the striker scored a total of eight goals in 10 pre-season matches and one goal during his league debut.

(Image Credit: Facebook @FA Selangor)

German said that he was asked to leave the state team after his third game of the season.

“The third game of the season, I was playing well but didn’t score and came off after 80 minutes. After the game I was told it was best to leave for my own protection.”
“I was thinking, ‘why am I getting punished for the behaviour of some of the fans?’ But I decided to leave.”
via BBC Sport
Selangor admitted that racist remarks had been made towards German on social media but stated that the team had little to no control over them nor the power to take action.
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