What Is A “Cupsleeve Event” And Why Is This K-Pop Phenomenon Taking Off In Malaysia?

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Ever heard of a Cupsleeve event? First of all, you need to be well versed with K-Pop before you can understand what a cupsleeve event is. K-Pop is a global music phenomenon that came from South Korea and nowadays, a lot of their songs are even on the billboard charts.

Nobody takes their idol’s lives more seriously than K-Pop fans. K-Pop fandom has taken the world by storm and devoted K-Pop fans will do whatever it takes when it comes to their idol. Including hosting an event to celebrate the birthday of their idol, minus the physical presence of the idol, of course.
The decorations in a cupsleeve event often include a photobooth (left) with the idol’s name or picture and stacks of the so-called ‘cupsleeves’ (right) on tables. (Credit: @maeumi05, @bbloomingsoo / Twitter)
This “celebrate your idol in a cafe” phenomenon undoubtedly came from South Korea where some of the very big cupsleeves events are held. A concert may be too expensive and original albums and merch do cost a fortune too. So why not support them in a cheaper and fun way by joining an exciting cupsleeve event?
READ MORE: Kpop Fans Spend Up To RM5,700 On Their Idols
Following South Korea, this sparked a trend across the globe for true blue fans to organize their own event to celebrate a loved artist in their own country.
How Does It Work And Who Do They Benefit
A cupsleeve event is basically any event to celebrate their K-Pop idols, like birthdays, debut anniversaries, album releases, achievements and more. Celebrating their artists’ army enlistments can also be a viable reason. The events are done by the fans, for the fans in cafes. The highlight of these events is, of course, the cupsleeves.
The organizer basically prepares unofficial merchandise to give away or sell during the event and usually, everyone will get a cupsleeve with the picture of their celebrated idols whenever they buy a beverage there. This indirectly benefits the owner of the cafes as well, as they can boost sales with these types of events.
The cupsleeves on beverages (left) and photocards or ‘pc’ that fans can get as freebies. (Credit: @skzchxnnie, @daisyhoonie / Twitter)
In a cupsleeve event, fans get together to enjoy their idol’s music, play games like trivia, take pictures with the decors, eat, socialize and share their love for their favourite idols. You can also get freebies like photo cards, small banners and hand fans.
To put it in simple words, a cupsleeve event is basically fangirling, in a group, at a cafe.
From Fans To Friends
Another key takeaway from this event is making new connections along the way. Fans that are usually communicating with each other via the internet can finally meet in real life and bond more.
The K-Pop community is extremely strong as a cultural force, and they often channel that energy into charity work and volunteerism, such as the RM25k flood relief aid for affected Malaysians that K-Pop fans successfully collected.
Examples of poster invitations describing the details of the event and what freebies the fans can get. (Credit: @marchwithdream, @leejuyeonns / Twitter)
Apart from that, this also trains a very devoted fan to be a top-notch event organiser. They’ll have to figure out venues, merchandise, decorations, publicity, registration and even profit that they can get from this. It’s more than just fangirling you know.
Where Can I Join
If you are a true blue K-Popper and would love to join these events here in Malaysia, you can check out when, where and who are people celebrating at @cupsleeveMY. Although the events are scattered around the country, most cupsleeve events are done in the Klang Valley, specifically at NU Sentral. So go and celebrate your favourite oppa’s birthday together with your online friends!

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Is The Apple Store FINALLY Coming To Malaysia Next Year?

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We might get to see a new Apple Retail Store open up for business in Kuala Lumpur by next year.

The Edge reported that The Exchange TRX has been in talks with Apple Inc for at least two years trying to convince the company to create a physical store on Malaysian soil.
If the deal goes through, the proposed store will be situated in the 17-acre Exchange TRX development which will also has residences, offices, a park and a hotel.
Our neighbours have one but we don’t
There are around 510 Apple Retail Stores in 25 countries and regions worldwide, with both our neighbours, Singapore and Thailand having their own outlets, but we still don’t have one.
The Apple Retail Store in Thailand first opened its doors to customers in 2018 and is located within the capital, Bangkok.
Credit: Apple
Meanwhile, Singapore’s Apple Retail Store was launched a year before in 2017 is located in Orchard Road and is the first retail outlet in South East Asia and more recently in 2020 in Marina Bay Sands.
Credit: Apple
For now, we only have Authorized Reseller stores such as Machines, which has around 19 stores nationwide, but we don’t have an Apple Retail Store, yet.
Apple Authorized Resellers (AAR) are business partners that have entered into a contractual relationship with Apple to sell their software or hardware products while Apple Retail Stores are a global chain of stores which are owned and run by the company themselves.
The difference between the two is that Apple offers tech support inside every Apple Retail Store via the Genius Bar – a hands-on technical support station – who are specially trained to help customers.

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Malaysians Share ‘Directory’ Lists To Help Pets Displaced By Floods Reunite With Their Owners

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The floods have not only ravaged many people’s houses and cars but also displaced a number of pets from their owners.

Malaysian netizens have once again banded together to create and share a few ‘directory’ lists online to help these pets get back to their owners.
If your pets have gone missing during the flood, do check out some of these listings to see if a kind stranger has spotted your furkid:
Animals displaced by #DaruratBanjir
Starting this thread for animals displaced by #DaruratBanjir – those missing owners or which need homes. Please feel free to reply with tweets you find.https://t.co/SuBcF4G7Pf— #Lawan 🏴 www.mysprdaftar.spr.gov.my (@syazwinasaw) December 20, 2021
This is a Twitter thread where netizens can publicly list the pets they’ve spotted or rescued. Some of the animals listed are strays and are open for adoption.
Pet owners are also welcome to upload photos of their missing pets in case someone else has spotted them.
Petfinder.my
Pet Finder is a website listing homeless cats and dogs that are up for adoption. However, the public is also welcome to list their missing pets.
The website also has a Lost & Found guideline for people who want to list their missing pets or a lost pet they’ve found.
Missing Pets S.O.S. Malaysia

Missing Pets S.O.S. Malaysia is a public Facebook group where people can share posts of lost pets they’ve encountered or found.
Lost And Found Pets Malaysia

Lost and Found Pets Malaysia is a Facebook page where people can look for their lost pets or help others find theirs.
Fortunately, some of the pets listed on the page have been reunited with their owners.
Temporarily sheltering or sitting the pets
If you find yourself temporarily sheltering or sitting the pets for someone, you can check out the thread below for help regarding pet food donation and services.
#DaruratBanjirANIMALS & PETS AFFECTED BY FLOODINGThis thread is for resources related to animals and pets affected by the floods. Please RT.— Hanna Alkaf / #DaruratBanjir Lockdown (@hannaalkaf) December 21, 2021
Persatuan Haiwan Malaysia is distributing packs of pet food for pet owners who may need it and they can be contacted via Whatsapp.
Animals that need medical attention can head over to the Flood Relief Treatment station at Taman Sri Muda or SPCA Selangor.
Feel free to share more resources to help pet owners reunite with their furkids too.

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MAGERAN: Dr M’s Solution From 1969 To Save Malaysia, But What Is It?

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During the meeting he had with the Yang di-Pertuan Agong (YDPA) Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, former Prime Minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad had presented a proposal for the establishment of a special government body to temporarily take over the country’s administration.

This special team would bear resemblance to the Majlis Gerakan Negara (MAGERAN) which was once established in Malaysia following the racial riots in 1969.
Dr Mahathir explained that an administration such as MAGERAN may resolve the nation’s current health, economic and political crisis, adding that Parliament should also be convened and MAGERAN could be answerable to Parliament.
Reportedly, the YDPA wasn’t opposed to the idea, however, he would prefer if the plan was put forward by the Perikatan Nasional (PN) government instead.
The Pakatan Harapan (PH) opposition, lead by PKR President Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, AMANAH President Mohamad Sabu and DAP Secretary-General Lim Guan Eng had rejected the proposal, stating that democracy should be restored and the Emergency should end instead.
So what is MAGERAN all about?
The National Operations Council or MAGERAN was founded on 16 May 1969 as a means to address the national instability following the aftermath of the 13 May racial incident.
At the time, a State of Emergency or Darurat had been declared in Malaysia resulting in the suspension of Parliament.
READ MORE: Malaysia Went Into Emergency Twice Before & It Was NOT Pretty
MAGERAN had functioned as a caretaker government operating from 1969 until it was dissolved in 1971 with the intention to restore public order.
(Credit: Free Malaysia Today)
Who was in MAGERAN?
MAGERAN was made up of 14 members led by then Deputy Prime Minister, Tun Abdul Razak, who became its Director of Operations. The Prime Minister at the time, Tunku Abdul Rahman, played a role in consulting MAGERAN.
The council also saw participation from key figures in the nation’s history such as Tun Dr Ismail Abdul Rahman, Tun Tan Siew Sin, Tun V.T Sambanthan and others.
What did MAGERAN do?
MAGERAN pretty much laid the foundations for the Malaysia that we know today.
Historians from the National Archives concluded that the council had served to restore peace and the rule of law in the country, ensuring the establishment of a proper government administration as well as creating racial harmony and prosperity in Malaysia.
Some of the major contributions of MAGERAN were;
The Rukun Negara or the Malaysian pledge of allegiance with the goal to create racial unity.The 1970 New Economic Policy (NEP) in order to eradicate poverty and restructure Malaysian society by eliminating the association of race and ethnicity with economic function.Amending the Sedition Act 1948 (Act 15) eliminate dissent and maintain national security.

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PENUBUHAN MAJLIS GERAKAN NEGARA (MAGERAN)
MAJLIS GERAKAN NEGARA DIBUBARKAN
TRAGEDI 13 MEI 1969
Mageran mampu selesaikan pelbagai krisis negara
Democracy Without Consensus: Communalism and Political Stability in Malaysia
Sejarah
The New Economic Policy and Interethnic Relations in Malaysia
National Operations Council
What is Mageran and is it needed now?
RACE WAR IN MALAYSIA
Ini tiga peristiwa yang membawa kepada pengisytiharan Rukun Negara
Akta Hasutan perlu kekal - Bekas pegawai Mageran


Whale Shark Caught In Fishing Net Released In Kuala Kedah

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A whale shark was spotted off the coast of Kuala Kedah trapped in a fishing net and was later rescued by a fisherman who released it.
What you need to know: The Department of Fisheries released a video in which a fisherman was seen jumping into the sea to free a whale shark caught in a fishing net. The caption claims that this happened in the waters of Kuala Kedah and thanks the fishermen for their quick action.
This isn’t the first time whale sharks have been spotted in Malaysian waters. In fact, whale sharks show up pretty often as they live in all tropical waters. However, they are at risk of getting entangled in fishing nets and drowning. Malaysia has witnessed dead whale shark bodies being washed up on our beaches before. Hence, it’s a good thing that these fishermen were nearby to release the whale shark back into the waters.
Why it matters: Whale sharks are not dangerous at all, despite their size and name They are a slow-moving, filter-feeding carpet shark that feed on plankton and small fishes. They are also known for being the largest non-mammalian vertebrate.
Whale sharks are also commonly known to be playful and gentle towards humans, allowing us to swim close to them and even hold on to their fins (though you shouldn’t). However, the species is endangered due to fishing. They are illegally killed for their fins, skins, and oil.
See the full video here:

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5 Last-Minute Gift Ideas For Your Valentine Tomorrow

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Just realised that Valentine’s Day is tomorrow and you still hadn’t thought of anything to gift your partner?

Worry not, we got you covered.
Here are some gift ideas to surprise your significant other this week:
1. Flowers
If your girl loves fragrant blooms, then tomorrow is no better day to buy flowers.

Don’t really know what kind of flowers she’s into? Here’s a quick guide for you lads. You can get them individually or add some other flowers and fillers to make a beautiful bouquet.
READ MORE: Want To Give Her Flowers? Here Are Some Types Of Flowers To Get You Started
(Credit: FlowerChimp)
Here’s a little hack for those who are on a budget but still wanna surprise their loved ones with flowers. You can get cheap bouquets in bulk stores at Central Market. Check out all the prices in the article below.
READ MORE: 11 Fresh Florists In Klang Valley To Smell The Flowers Or Have Them Delivered
If she doesn’t know what to do with the flowers, send her this article. It’ll help to keep her fresh blooms last longer.
READ MORE: Got Yourself Some Fresh Cut Flowers? Here Are 7 Tips To Care For Them Properly
2. Chocolate
If both of you are a fan of chocolates, get each other different sets of chocolates and share them together!
Apart from the common Fererro Roche, Godiva and Royce, you can try our local brand of chocolate truffles, Cocoraw.
        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by Cocoraw Chocolates (@cocoraw.me)
From the classic milk chocolate to the fancy teh tarik truffles, they have creative flavours that resonate with our Malaysian flavours. They also have a physical shop called Cocodash in PJ, Bangsar and Subang.
The boxed chocolates start from RM19 per box (12 pieces).
For more info, visit their website and Instagram.
3. Spa Day
Having backaches? Tired and burned out from working all week? Well, maybe it’s time for a relaxing spa session. For both you and your partner!
Try Chidorri’s Valentine’s Couple Spa in PJ for only RM288 per couple. It includes a foot bath, full-body aromatherapy massage and even a soak in a private jacuzzi.
        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by CHIDORRI Wellness Spa (@chidorri_)
For more info, visit their Facebook, Instagram or inquire them directly at this number – 014-3222856.
4. Tumbler
If you don’t mind waiting a bit for the Valentine’s gift, then a tumbler is a great idea to surprise your partner with.
If your boo doesn’t have a tumbler yet, then this Valentine’s, it is your sacred duty to get him/her a tumbler. Especially those with a straw. It’ll change their lives. They’ll bring it everywhere, from the bedroom to their car. Mugs, glasses and bottles? What are those? 😌
If you want to look for cute and classy designs for tumblers, check out Starbucks’ newest collection. Visit their website here.
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You could also check out the previously viral tumbler called Tyeso. It is said to make your iced drinks last for almost 12 hours, at an affordable price. They can also fit in your car’s cup holder too!

The prices for these tumblers start from RM30. Try checking them out here.
5. Matchy Clothes
What better way to flex your relationship than with cute matchy outfits? From comfy waffle shirts to sporty bottoms, surprise your significant other with Uniqlo’s variety of clothing apparel. They even have a gift-wrapping service both online and in-store.
        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by UNIQLO Malaysia (@uniqlomyofficial)
Plus, this Valentine’s Day period until 14 February, they have free gifts for you guys from Lilin + CO for every RM250 purchase. Visit their website here or head on to your nearest Uniqlo outlets.
So these are some of the gift suggestions that you could get your partner this Valentine’s Day. But if you guys are a foodie kinda couple, well, take a look at this Valentine’s Day listicle below for F&B deals and promo tomorrow.
READ MORE: Here Are 23 Valentine’s Day-Themed Food Deals For You Lovebirds Tomorrow
READ MORE: Want To DIY Dried Flowers For Cheap? Just Use Your Air Fryer

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Pandapro Is Officially Here, But What Is It?

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In conjunction with their ninth anniversary, foodpanda officially launched pandapro. You may have spotted the subscription service on your foodpanda app before, but 15 July marks its official launch.

Currently, the subscription service is available for RM14.90 a month, instead of RM29.90. What you get are discounts on orders and pickups, free delivery, and vouchers for food and shopping on foodpanda.
The total savings you can get from a month’s subscription to pandapro, says foodpanda Malaysia Commercial Director, Jay Ar Juan, is worth RM120.
“With more Malaysians staying home and relying on services such as ours for meals and their daily necessities, this plan would give them access to even greater deals and excellent savings.”Jay Ar Juan
The savings
Here is a list of discounts and vouchers you will get from subscribing to pandapro:
First time registration gets you a RM15 welcome voucher (for orders above RM65).12 Free delivery on orders above RM25 (per month).Unlimited 15% or more discounts at more than 3900 participating restaurants.Unlimited 5% extra off of pick-up orders.Two 20% off vouchers (per month) for all shop orders above RM45.
According to Jay Ar Juan, discounts stack up and if your order is cancelled, all your perks and discounts used will be returned to you.
There are also new features in the works such as dine-in benefits, but that will have to wait until dine-ins are permitted.
If the discounts and vouchers of pandapro looks good, you can subscribe to pandapro right from your foodpanda app’s option menu.

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Apple Launches Pride Watch Bands, Some Wonder If Raids Are Coming

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As the dust has yet to settle after the Home Ministry’s raid of Swatch outlets to confiscate the Pride Collection watches, Apple, a brand that is very popular in this country, announces its brand-new Pride Edition Apple Watch band, available for purchase in Malaysia.

According to Apple, Malaysians can purchase the Pride Edition Sport Band on the Apple Online Store, and it will be shipped within one business day.
We checked out the online store and found that the Pride Edition Sport Band can be bought individually for RM199.
It is offered in two sizes: 41mm and 45mm, and two wrist sizes: S/M and M/L.
Same goes for the Pride Edition Sport Loop strap which comes in the size 41mm.
This too is being sold for RM199 per strap with a beautiful rainbow design as well as the words Pride embroided onto it.
Additionally, you have the option to buy it separately as the Pride Edition Apple Watch Sport Band, or it can come as the default strap when you buy a new Apple Watch SE or Apple Watch 8 online.
According to a statement by Apple, the design of the new Sport Band is inspired by the resilience and magnificence of the LGBTQ+ community.

It features the classic pride flag rainbow colors along with five additional colors. The black and brown colors symbolize the Black and Latino communities respectively. Additionally, light blue, pink, and white represent transgender and nonbinary individuals.
Apple
Just days ago, on 13 and 14 May, the Home Ministry conducted raids at 11 Swatch stores across Malaysia confiscating their special rainbow-themed Pride Collection.
READ MORE: Swatch’s “Pride Collection” Watches Confiscated By Home Ministry
On Wednesday (May 24), The Guardian reported that Sarah Kok, the marketing manager for Swatch Malaysia, stated that they will continue to replenish the stock of the Pride-themed watches and display them on the shelves as instructed by their headquarters in Switzerland.

As per instruction from Switzerland HQ, we will still replenish the stock and display them on-shelf
Marketing Manager Of Swatch Malaysia Sarah Kok
This, as expected, ruffled the feathers of several activist groups, politicians and of course, netizens.
With that being said, Apple’s new rainbow edition also has netizens all abuzz about what the Home Ministry will do.
Many joked about how they could already anticipate another raid happening while others gushed over how pretty the colours looked on the watches.
Twitter user @applenad took things up a notch adding a meme to her tweet.

Daughter of tycoon Tan Sri Lee Kim Yew, Datin Dian Lee Cheng Ling too joined in to joke about Apple’s Pride bands.

Waiting for PAS’ statement to say Apple should be canceled in Malaysia 😂
Datin Dian Lee Cheng Ling
Another public figure who had voiced out her concerns on the Swatch raid was Deputy President of MUDA Amira Aisya.
In a tweet, Amira noted that her biggest concern about this act is the ambiguity of what’s considered harmful.

This is a slippery slope. Are we going to start raiding all shops that sell anything with rainbow / pride painted on it? Including the small businesses. We’re sending a message that it’s not safe for brands and companies to operate in Malaysia. The Minister has to explain the government’s stand on this matter. And where do we draw the line.
Deputy President of MUDA Amira Aisya
On the other hand, The Vibes reported that Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim stated that the recent confiscation of Swatch’s Pride-themed watch collection by the Home Ministry is due to the inclusion of elements related to the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) movement in the products.
Anwar mentioned that he hasn’t received specific details regarding the raids and leaves it to the ministry to provide an explanation.
While speaking to reporters, he emphasized that the issue was not solely about the colors of the watches but rather the inclusion of LGBT elements on them.

I will let the ministry clarify (the raids and subsequent product confiscation) because I don’t have the details (of the enforcement activity). The issue was not with the (watches’) colours, but because LGBT (elements) were put (on) the watches.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim
What do you think about this new set of watches? Would you buy them?

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I Gave It 110% At BOSSFit & Felt Like I Could Rule The World

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There’s a new gym in town, fit for those who wanna feel like a BOSS!

BOSSFit is a brand new fitness hangout in the centre of the muddy city at the Berjaya Times Square mall.
Conceptualised by the BABEL Group, the gym is a place for people to tone, sculpt and strengthen their bodies, and captivate the head honcho within themselves in a fun and entertaining manner while being draped in neon lights and BOSS vibes.
Situated on the 6th floor, the gym’s fluorescence invites you into its spacious interior housing the best equipment that your BOSS money can buy. The 16000 sqft facility comes equipped with cardio and cable tools, free weights machines, a stretch zone and even a female-only training room called the Lady Boss Training Room for gym-goers to work out with privacy and peace of mind.
(Credit: TRP)
BOSSFit has four classrooms that exude a theme park-like atmosphere:
Punishment Room: to punish those who’ve been hitting the Mamak stall a bit too hard.Correctional Facility: for those looking to work on their posture and flexibility.Construction Site: for those looking to build those muscles.Conference Hall: for those wanting to just work out on the daily to get themselves in tip-top shape.
The gym also teaches classes focused on three BOSS-like aspirations; Slim, Flexi and Muscle.
(Credit: TRP)
TRP got a taste of what BOSSFit was all about, where I undoubtedly became the “new hire”, so to speak.
I hit the ground running with a course at the Punishment Room where I got to trim the fat and burn those extra Nasi Kandar calories with some punishing High-intensity Interval Training (HITT) and Total Body Resistance Exercise (TRX).
I then continued to the Conference Hall to engage in some Zumba before synergising myself with some weight lifting at the open gym.
Touching base at the Correctional Facility, I drilled down some Yoga to work on flexibility and agility before playing hardball with another round of heavy weight lifting as part of the game plan at the Construction Site.
After the grind, I was pleased to find that the gym is also equipped with a cafe, aptly named the BOSS Cafe, where gym-goers get to enjoy some refreshing drinks and a selection of healthy snacks and meals. There were also juice packs stocked up in the fridge which was definitely a strategic fit.
So if you’re looking for a new place to work out, I highly recommend BOSSFit to hit the bottom line of your fitness goals.

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The BABEL Group opens its audacious younger brother, Boss fit in the heart of KL


A Pinky Starbucks Summer Reveal [Review]

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Starbucks has unveiled a new summer menu that includes a pretty fantastic line of exciting new stuff! The new menu will only be available to the public on 27 July, but Starbucks members will get to try it a day before on 26 July!

The fun new drinks include the Strawberry Açai With Lemonade Starbucks Refreshers and the Pink Drink With Strawberry Açaí Starbucks Refreshers. Returning to the menu is also the Starbucks Oatmilk Cocoa Macchiato for those who still enjoy a dash of chocolate in their day.
Left: Strawberry Açai With Lemonade Starbucks Refreshers and right: Pink Drink With Strawberry Açaí Starbucks Refreshers.(Credit: Anne Dorall/TRP)
The Strawberry Açai With Lemonade is truly a refreshing drink. It comes in a bright pinkish red colour and topped with dried strawberry slices that added a really fruity flavour to the drink.
The Pink Drink With Strawberry Açaí may be quite familiar to those who have tried it overseas, where it went viral a few years back. Yes, it’s the same viral pastel Pink Drink, mixed with hints of passionfruit and creamy coconut milk for a vibrantly tropical taste. If the coconut milk isn’t to your liking, feel free to swap it out for your favourite kind of dairy instead.
Left: the Chocolate Lava Cake and right: Absolute Coffee Cake.(Credit: Anne Dorall/TRP)
Other than drinks, they also have strong dessert options to hit the menu, namely the Chocolate Lava Cake and the Absolute Coffee Cake.
Chocolate lovers will absolutely adore the Chocolate Lava Cake, topped with colourful and melty marshmallow bits. Expect a real flood of warm molten chocolate with each bite of cake!
Now, if you’re more of a coffee fan, then go for the Absolute Coffee Cake and pair it with a hot cup of coffee to boot. It tastes creamy but not too overwhelming, a great classic sort of cake for a pick-me-up.
Other than that, Starbucks has also introduced brand new tumblers and bottles. Unlike their previous merchandise, this time they have returned to classic colours and styles like a warm tan and silver stainless steel colours.
Left: the new summer line of merchandise up for display, right: the Voyage Blend 2022.
Additionally, Starbucks also has a new coffee blend, the Voyage Blend 2022. It’s called as such because the three coffee beans used are separated by oceans: sourced from Rwanda, West Java and Peru.
The coffee itself has notes of oranges, lending the brew a citrusy and zesty flavour. The medium roast brew is full of flavour and perfect for a wake-me-up cup in the morning.
Starbucks’ Summer Refreshers series are priced at RM16.95, while the Voyage Blend 2022 is priced at RM45 for 250g.

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LGBT, Secularism, Communism Will Not Be Recognized In Unity Gov, Says PM

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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim addressed some of the rumours spreading around during an interview with Radio Television Malaysia (RTM) in its ‘Naratif Khas Bersama Perdana Menteri’ programme on 7 January 2023,

Anwar said that LGBT, the concept of a secular state, and communism would never be recognized during the administration of the unity government.
He explained that the rumours were created by certain parties to spread lies and question his authority as a leader.

Anwar also addressed the claims that he runs a dictatorial government.
He said the cooperation agreement between Pakatan Harapan (PH) and the coalitions was made to form the unity government because the majority obtained at the time was too narrow.
And to prove that he has the support, he brought the confidence vote motion in parliament last year after the Opposition challenged his legitimacy.
This vote of confidence motion was being challenged by the opposition. They said Anwar had no support… and in a democratic system, the best way to prove is through a vote of confidence or a vote of no confidence which was not proposed. So, I submitted this (the motion) and Alhamdulillah we have strong support. So, my question is where is the dictator? Am I breaking the law?Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim
Anwar’s legitimacy as the 10th Prime Minister was proven when the motion of confidence tabled by Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof was passed with a voice vote, in which more voices were in favour.
READ MORE: Anwar Ibrahim Returns To Parliament, This Time As Malaysia’s Prime Minister
When asked about the lawsuits he filed against several people, Anwar said it was because the accusations undermined his leadership authority.
Since officially becoming the prime minister on 24 November 2022, he has filed lawsuits against several people including Perikatan Nasional chairman Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin for making false accusations against him.
Thousands of accusations have been made, slanders have been hurled and for decades I have accepted it but if I feel it is too much as they question my authority and credibility as a leader, then they should be taught that this freedom is not the freedom to slander. We use religion, then we slander, we make qazaf (accusations), I would like to ask their teachers, ustaz (religious teacher), to teach them first before teaching others.Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim

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Lim Kit Siang Retires, Will Not Contest GE15

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Veteran DAP leader, Lim Kit Siang, has announced that he will not contest in the 15th General Election (GE-15).

Kit Siang, 81, who is also Iskandar Puteri MP, said this when speaking at the 17th DAP National Congress at IDCC Shah Alam, today.
The experienced politician also announced his retirement from politics and will not contest for the party’s election this time.
I took this opportunity to announce my retirement from politics. I withdrew from contesting the JTP (selection committee) election today. Please delete number 39 from your JTP candidate list. I will also not contest in Parliament or state elections in the future.Veteran DAP leader Lim Kit Siang on his retirement.
Kit Siang expressed satisfaction at seeing how DAP has grown from a small opposition party.
A DAP rally in Ipoh during GE13. (Credit: Fernando Fong)
From taking part for the first time in the 1969 general election, the party is now a major political party that managed to form the Federal government.
He noted how DAP took over the government in seven states with its partners in Pakatan Harapan (PH) during GE14.
Kit Siang said the recent Johor state election (PRN) is an important reminder that the dream for a united, democratic, fair and successful Malaysia remains a long-term political struggle.
Lim said in 2019 that he will quit politics if Dr Mahathir does not give the PM post to Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. (Credit: Malay Mail)
In the process, he stressed, the party faced many successes and failures, victories and defeats.
However, DAP must stick to its goals and never compromise in terms of principles and ambitions, said Kit Siang.
We must rekindle hope and confidence in the future because whether we can reverse our country’s declining trend over the past half century, depends entirely on us.Veteran DAP leader Lim Kit Siang on the struggle that lies ahead.
Kit Siang added that the spirit of unity, loyal friends, commitment and determination has never been more important in the history of DAP, in order to realize Malaysia’s dream.
It has been an honour for me all this while to have the opportunity together with patriotic Malaysians, whether inside or outside DAP to work together along the way towards realizing our Malaysian dreams together.Veteran DAP leader Lim Kit Siang on the Malaysian dream.

Critics had been calling for Kit Siang to retire following the collapse of the Pakatan Harapan government in 2020.
Kit Siang was blamed for working together with his former nemesis Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad.
Kit Siang and Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad. (Source: Facebook)
There were rumours saying that he and his son Guan Eng would lose in the coming party election if he does not bow out.

Nevertheless, many Malaysians expressed their appreciation to Lim for his contribution to the country throughout the decades.
ada beberapa nama dlm politik Malaysia yg jasanya kita tidak boleh abaikan. yg pasti LKS adalah salah seorangnya. jasa beliau dlm proses demokrasi 🇲🇾 amat dihargai. selamat bersara saudara @limkitsiang ! https://t.co/hzBgHUeECS— Srideran Tamil Mogan (@sriderantm) March 20, 2022
The Life History of Lim Kit Siang
Lim is indeed a familiar figure in Malaysian politics since the 60s.
His family is from Zhangzhou Province, China and is of Yunnan descent.
He was born on 20 February, 1941.
There are some discrepancies as to where he was born. Some say he was born in China while others say he was born in Batu Pahat, Johor.
Kit Siang received his early education at a local Chinese school in Batu Pahat.
Later, Kit Siang received his formal education at Batu Pahat English High School.
After graduating from school, Kit Siang worked as a teacher at a school in Senai in June 1959.
Later, he worked in journalism at the New Straits Times and Radio Singapore from 1961 to 1965.
Mr. Opposition
In 1966, he concentrated fully on politics and joined DAP.
He was appointed Secretary of the National Organization and Editor of the Pparty organ, The Rocket, from 1966-1969.
Kit Siang then contested and won as a candidate in the Bandar Melaka Parliamentary seat during the 1969 General Election.
When the May 13 riots hit, Kit Siang was said to be in Sabah and campaigning there.

Upon his return to the Peninsula, he was detained under the ISA on charges of sedition and detained for 62 days.
Kit Siang was later released 17 months later and described his detention as political in nature.
In 1976, Kit Siang criticized the government for the purchase of Swedish-made vessels by the Royal Malaysian Navy inside and outside parliament.
Two years later, he was convicted of five offenses under the Official Secrets Act 1972 which carried a sentence of 30 years in prison if convicted.
In 1987, Kit Siang was again arrested under the ISA Act during Operation Lalang. He was detained without trial for 18 months in Kamunting.
In 28 October 1987, the government swoop in and arrested 19 people mainly from Opposition in Ops Lalang under ISA. (Credit: The Star)
In 1992, Kit Siang was suspended from Parliament for eight months.
The offence? Calling on then Prime Minister Tun Dr. Mahathir to submit a White Paper in Parliament.
Kit Siang was looking into the outcome of the reopening of the ACA investigation into then MIC President and Energy, Posts and Telecommunications Minister Datuk Seri S. Samy Vellu.
It also involved the scandal surrounding the acquisition of Maika Holdings’ Telekom shares.

In the 1999 General Election, Kit Siang lost in Parliament for the first time in the Bukit Bendera Parliament.
He returned to Parliament after winning the Ipoh Timur seat in the next election.
Since then, Kit Siang continued to be the backbenchers MP for the opposition pact until 2018 when the movement led by Tun Dr Mahathir managed to overthrow BN for the first time.
Until now, if one mentions about DAP, it will definitely be tied to Kit Siang and vice versa.
Kit Siang and key DAP leaders including his son Guan Eng at a political rally in Perak during GE13. (Credit: Fernando Fong)

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12YO Budding Journalist Haziq Gets A New Tablet From Communications Minister

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12-year-old Muhammad Haziq Mohd Asyraf recently went viral for speaking eloquently on camera when he reported a snake sighting in Bukit Selambau.
Netizens loved his confidence and were even more amazed when Haziq took over a journalist’s interview on Astro Awani without losing a beat.
READ MORE: [Watch] 12YO Kedah Boy Takes Over News Interview Flawlessly, Netizens Delighted
His impressive skills caught the attention of Communications and Multimedia Minister Tan Sri Annuar Musa.
To encourage Haziq to hone his skills further, Tan Sri Annuar gifted Haziq a brand new Huawei MatePad tablet complete with the keyboard.
Sharing on his official Facebook page, the minister also thanked Pos Malaysia for safely delivering the device to Haziq.

Haziq could be seen beaming brightly with his new gadget while standing beside the postman in the picture.
With the tablet, Haziq can record more interviews and pursue his interest in broadcast journalism better.
Netizens congratulated Haziq and encouraged him to pursue his interest without neglecting his studies.

They also expressed hope that he’ll be a famous journalist one day and make his family and the country proud.

Hopefully, everyone will get to watch more of his news segments soon.

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Selangor Water Treatment Plants Have Resumed Operations, But It’s Still Gonna Be A While

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Air Selangor says 4 water treatment plants – Sungai Selangor Phase 1, 2, 3, and Rantau Panjang – have resumed operation as of 10.30pm last night.

In a statement released this morning, Air Selangor said the four water treatment plants require 10 hours for cleaning and pumping activities at each stage of the treatment process before they are fully operational.
Air Selangor will announce a schedule of returning water supply according to area after the water supply distribution system is stabilised. This includes refilling the main tanks which are empty, ensuring sufficient water pressure and confirming there are no airlocks in the piping system.Elina Baseri, Corporate Communications Head, Air Selangor.
Air Selangor also said they are releasing raw water from the Sungai Selangor and Sungai Tinggi dams, and the Hybrid Off-River Augmentation System (Horas) 600 among other water sources to the four water treatment plants which are running at maximum capacity.
Nine water tank lorries from other state water operators such as Syarikat Air Negeri Sembilan (SAINS), Syarikat Air Melaka (SAMB), Syarikat Air Darul Aman (SADA) and Syarikat Ranhill SAJ (SAJ) have also arrived to help distribute water to affected consumers.
Those lorries are part of 114 water tankers that Air Selangor have also sent out, along with 22 public taps in areas with water supply, as well as 70 static tanks at 19 service centres and 5 litres of drinking water to affected consumers.
SIARAN MEDIA: 4 LOJI RAWATAN AIR TELAH BEROPERASI SEMULA pic.twitter.com/Khr74NZO3Y— Air Selangor (@air_selangor) September 5, 2020

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CMCO: These Three PJ Roads Have Been Closed

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With the Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO) taking effect today (14 October), the police have announced that three roads in Petaling Jaya have been closed for two weeks.

These roads are:
Jalan Persiaran Mahogani in Seksyen 9
Credit: Google Maps
2. Jalan Persiaran Jati in Seksyen 8
Credit: Google Maps
3. Jalan Persiaran Sungai Buloh
Credit: Google Maps
According to Bernama, Petaling Jaya district police advised people to use alternative routes such as:
Persiaran Kenanga Road via Kota Damansara Toll RoadJalan Persiaran Surian at Palm Spring Kota DamansaraJalan Persiaran Tropicana via Casa Tropicana.
The closed roads are only open to ambulances, Fire & Rescue Department, Petaling Jaya City Council and Royal Malaysia Police (RMP).
Roadblocks all over Selangor, Kuala Lumpur & Putrajaya
Deputy Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Acryl Sani Abdullah Sani earlier told Bernama that the roadblocks will be set up in the same way as before (during the MCO in early March).
While travel within districts is allowed under the CMCO, online chatter reveals that several roadblocks have been set up within districts themselves to limit movements from one area to another.

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Three road closures in PJ from midnight in line with CMCO
CMCO: Police to mount roadblocks again in KL, Selangor, Putrajaya


Not Only Is This Satay Expensive, It’s Also From The Future

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Satay is a local favourite dish. Every Malaysian will have at least once enjoyed the tender chicken or beef meat roasted to perfection and served together with the creamy peanut sauce.

Recently a Twitter user known as @adeihussin94 shared a post stating that his sister bought “a satey” (when it was actually 30 sticks) for RM107.
Not only that, the receipt was dated 2024.
Even the Twitter user only realised about the year after he posted it on his Twitter feed and later joked about it.
The sister purchased 15 sticks of chicken satay and 15 sticks of beef satay each priced at RM2.90 and RM3.90 per stick, respectively.
The bill came to RM107 which prompted him to ask the question if the price was too high, cheap or standard.

My sister buy a satey, cuma nak tanya netizen lah, murah ke mahal?? Ke standard ??? pic.twitter.com/efADZjCKZf— ABANG KIAH (@adiehussin94) March 13, 2023

The grammatical error made by the Twitter user definitely attracted attention as well considering the post reached 1.5 million views.
However, many still took their time to reply to the question posed by @adeihussin94
Bagi saya, mahal. Harga biasa, satay ayam boleh dapat bawah RM1.50 secucuk. Satay kat RnR Dengkil sedap, isi banyak dan murah. Pernah order dalam 30 cucuk satay, harga baru dalam RM40+.— Raes (@iRaesmee) March 14, 2023
Some of them also gave him recommendations of places where delicious satay can be found at a decent price.
Sate pakwan, 15 ayam, 10 daging, 5 perut, nasik impit 2 air total RM 49.00 pic.twitter.com/1Wick8TNT0— 꽃 엄마 (@hzwnAA) March 14, 2023
Netizens also commented on the 2024 date.
satay from the future ni, 2024 time ni maybe b40 pon dah bergaji 5k sebulan— Alep, (@aliffhardi) March 14, 2023
It is always better to learn about the prices of the restaurants or ask for recommendations before buying if you do not wish to be surprised by their prices.

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Kuching Tahfiz school criticised over crazy punishments for misbehaving students

A Tahfiz school in Kuching, Sarawak had gone viral over some crazy punishments it has planned for students who are out of line.
Apparently, a copy of a parental consent form from Pondok Hidayatul Mubtadiâ€™ien, asking parents to agree to its absurd disciplinary measures had been leaked online.

(Image Credit: Twitter)

The punishments listed in the consent form include;

60 strokes of the cane
Shaving a studentâ€™s head bald
Dousing students in excrement
Standing outside in the sun from Zohor till Asar (around 1 pm to 4 pm)

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The form also notes that parents were OBLIGATED to send their kids to school even if they refused to continue on their studies.
Reportedly the Sarawak Islamic Religious Department (JAIS) had contacted the school and spoke with its headmaster.
According to the headmaster, the consent form was merely meant as a deterrent to keep students from misbehaving.

(Image Credit: MEME)

The headmaster also stressed that no such punishments had been carried out on any of the students and admitted to his mistake over sending out the letter.
However, several commenters including the individual who first leaked the concerning letter noted that such ridiculous scare tactics would seriously harm a child’s mental state.

I’ve been contacted by the school. They said the punishments outlined are there just to intimidate children from running away. I said other schools have runaway issues too, but they don’t resort to something this ridiculous.
The pressure could seriously cause mental issues.
â€” Sia can’t afford to be depressed anymore ✨ (@digitalkai) August 26, 2019

The whole thing just reeks of abuse and mental torture. I can’t help but to think that this must be quite a common occurrence, so much so that they have to coerce parents to indemnify them in case they resort to such inhumane punishments.
â€” Tutu kitty (@thatprancingcat) August 26, 2019

This is torture.
â€” Kinginthenorth! (@FractalCap) August 26, 2019

JAIS said that a meeting with each and every Tahfiz school within its jurisdiction would be conducted sometime next week, hopefully, to put an end to such concerning cases.

(Image Credit: Meme Centre)

You can read the original tweet below.

Dear Dr. @maszlee,
This screenshot of a pondok school agreement has been circulating recently. The name of the school has been redacted, but a quick search will show that the school in question is Pondok Hidayatul Mubtadi’ien in Kuching.
Please investigate further. Thank you. pic.twitter.com/3hmEyHNDX3
â€” Sia can’t afford to be depressed anymore ✨ (@digitalkai) August 25, 2019


Stats Dept: Increasing Reliance On Foreign Workers Over The Years Led To Suppression Of Wage Levels

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The Statistics Department (DOSM) states that years of high reliance of foreign labour has resulted in the suppression of wage levels in the countries, especially when citizens are replaced by non-citizen employees.
DOSM noted in their Malaysian Economic Statistics Review Vol. 1/2020 Report that outward remittances have been increasing at a rapid pace with RM31.2 billion flowing out in 2019 compared to RM29.2 billion in 2018.
Impact of labour market dependency to foreign labour is reflected through the Workers’ Remittances by foreign workers as reported in Balance of Payments (BOP) of Malaysia, whereby the share of workers’ remittances outflows accounted for more than 80% of total payments.Malaysian Economic Statistics Review Vol. 1/2020 Report, Statistics Department.
Outward Workers’ Remittances by Quarterly for 2017 2020 (RM billion).(Credit: Statistics Department)
Concerns on Malaysia’s high reliance on foreign workers had been raised numerous times before the Covid-19 pandemic hit.
The country’s economic transition from agriculture in the 1970s to manufacturing in the 1990s, followed by services in 2000s had led to more and more foreign workers brought into Malaysia to meet these labour demands, especially in low-skilled and semi-skilled jobs.
Of the 8.5 million jobs in the first quarter of 2020 (Q1 2020) alone, only 24.3% were skilled jobs. 62.4% comprised of semi-skilled jobs while low-skilled jobs stood at 13.3%.
Employment Statistics First Quarter 2020.(Credit: Statistics Department)
According to the Malaysia Standard Classification of Occupation (MASCO) 2013, these category of skills are defined as:
Skilled workers – Managers, Professionals, Technicians and associate professionalsSemi-skilled workers – Clerical support workers, Service and sales workers, Skilled agricultural, forestry, livestock and fishery workers, Craft and related trade workers,  Plant and machine operators and assemblersLow-skilled workers – Elementary occupations
However, with slowing economic growth due to the pandemic as well as the implementation of the Movement Control Order (MCO), outward remittances for Q1 2020 in Malaysia recorded RM7.4 billion, a drop from RM7.7 billion in Q4 2019.
This is most likely due to the vulnerability experienced by foreign workers when it comes to job and wage loss during the outbreak.
DOSM states that a lesson for Malaysian establishments to learn from the pandemic is shifting businesses towards high technologies and high skilled labour in order to reduce the dependency and influx of foreign workers.

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PRINCIPAL STATISTICS OF LABOUR FORCE, MALAYSIA, FOURTH QUARTER (Q4) 2017
The Escalating of Numbers of Foreign Workers in Construction Site
Malaysian Economic Statistics Review Vol. 1/2020 Report
Employment Statistics First Quarter 2020


Royal Floria Putrajaya Now Extended With Free Entry!

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Didn’t manage to go to Putrajaya and see the blooms last week? Fret not, the Royal Floria Putrajaya 2022 is extending its welcome till 11 September!

READ MORE: There’s A Floral Festival In Putrajaya Until This 4 September!
Wanna know the best part? The entrance is now free!
This is in conjunction with the school’s holiday ending on 11 September as announced by the Minister of Federal Territories, YB Dato’ Seri Dr Shahidan Kassim. Hence, parents can freely bring their kids to visit the floral miracle in Putrajaya.
From 4 September, the event was extended once until 6 September and is now extended again until 11 September. What’s different now is, the tickets were priced at RM15 per adult and RM5 per child previously, but now, they are free of charge.
The exhibition and components still available until 11 September are:
1. .Taman Diraja2. Taman Keluarga Malaysia3. Taman PPj4. Taman Koboi5. Taman Kaktus6. Taman Bromeliad7. Dinding Okid8. Sky Walk9. Oncidium Tunnel10. Dendro Walk11. Vanda Walk12. Laluan Bunga Semusim13. Meadow14. Pantai Floria15. Semua kawasan awam16. Semua pencahayaan awam pada waktu malam17. Fun Zone18. Food truck dan F&B outlet.19. Surau dan tandas awam

Those closed during the extension are only the ones involving outside (from Putrajaya) participation such as the ones from other states and countries.
So, what are you waiting for? Go get magnificent OOTDs to your heart’s content!
Royal Floral Putrajaya 2022
Address: Anjung Floria, Presint 4, Putrajaya.
Date: 29 August – 11 September 2022
Time: 9 am – 10 pm
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READ MORE: Got Yourself Some Fresh Cut Flowers? Here Are 7 Tips To Care For Them Properly

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New E-Commerce App Joins The Malaysian Online Shopping Market

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Vettons is a new e-commerce platform aiming to make a big splash in the Malaysian market. The app promises to make your shopping experience smarter with the use of a virtual assistant called Zoni and a fresh, minimalist user interface.
The app promises smarter deals, smarter delivery, and a smarter shopping experience.
For users, you start off with a personalised list of interests that sends the most relevant products to your homescreen.
Vettons vets their online merchants to ensure only authentic and genuine products can be listed and sold on the app, so you can rest assured that what you’re buying is legitimate.
Some products are supported with augmented reality technology, which allows you to virtually “place” it in your living space to see if it matches.
If you’ve ever wondered if the speaker you want to buy would match your decor, Vettons solves that question for you.(Credit: Vettons)
In addition to that, you can curate products into interest boards (very much like Pinterest) as a wishlist that can be made public so others with similar interests can browse for the items as well.
The best way to Build Your Own Aesthetic is really by just looking at other people’s style boards.(Credit: Vettons)
Head of Product Acacia Lee notes that future plans include shareability of these wishlist boards, which would mean you will always receive the perfect gift for any kind of event.
Purchasing is also extremely easy as you are given the option of a few different merchants who can fulfill your order according to your needs, such as expedited shipping or cheaper listing price.
The perfect gifts are the ones other people pay for.(Credit: Vettons)
For business owners, Vettons is positioning themselves as the gateway to help local businesses transition online.
As long as your products are genuine and authentic, signing up is easy. The user interface is built to be as organized and simple as possible, so business owners can juggle multiple storefronts, store branches, and inventories.
According to Head of Marketplace Derek Ng, the Vettons logistics team will also handle shipping of products. Once a sale has been made, the team will pick up the merchandise directly from your store and delivers it straight to the customer, completely removing the additional responsibility of merchandise shipping from business owners.
It’s like a store management app, but through Vettons.(Credit: Vettons)
The Vettons e-commerce app is proudly built and run by Malaysians, so you can say that it’s a uniquely Malaysian product meant for Malaysians. The app is now live on both the Google Play Store and Apple App Store.

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‘Get Cultured’ Before You Visit The Van Gogh Alive Exhibition

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Vincent van Gogh’s impact on the art world is undeniable. Known today for his signature brushwork and vivid use of colour, most of Van Gogh’s works of art only became appreciated after his early demise.

His final words, “The sadness will last forever,” provide a window into his mental state, which both enhances and contrasts his oeuvre while bringing greater insight into the man behind the paintings.
Now recognized as one of history’s most talented artists, art enthusiasts all over the world have been able to enjoy a larger than life portrayal of Van Gogh’s work via the Van Gogh Alive Exhibition that opened last month.
The Van Gogh Alive exhibition hosted at Pavilion Bukit Jalil will run until 16 March 2023.
READ MORE: Catch the Immersive ‘Van Gogh Alive’ Exhibition In KL This Dec-March
To learn more about the influential artist, here’s a quick look into the life and work of Vincent van
With these tidbits, you’ll have deeper context about the artist and his work, which will shed light on the paintings you’ll be immersed in when you visit the exhibition with your friends, family or that someone special!
A Man Of Many Interests

Born on the 30th of March in 1853, Vincent van Gogh was only an artist for the last decade of his life. Initially, Van Gogh worked at his uncle’s art dealing company and later for the Goupil & Cie Gallery In London.
At one point, he considered following his father’s footsteps and becoming a minister, and even worked briefly as a school teacher. With neither success nor fulfilment, he decided to take up painting at 27 with almost no training, announcing that he was an artist to his brother in 1880.
A Man Who Fought Many Demons
Van Gogh fought many personal battles throughout his life. Evidence suggests that he faced manic depression, epilepsy, bipolar disorder and schizophrenia.
Despite coming from a middle class family, he spent most of his life in poverty, surviving off cheap food. His diet consisted mostly of bread and coffee, though he was known to drink alcohol excessively and was never seen without a pipe in his hand.
A Man Of Various Art Styles

Despite only being an artist in the last decade of his life, Van Gogh is said to have created around 2,100 works including approximately 900 paintings.
This is especially impressive considering that most of his artwork was created over the last two years of his life.
He painted through the changes he found himself in, allowing his style to evolve. When he first started out, he mostly painted in dull colours and used farmers and peasants as subjects, as he couldn’t afford to pay models.
Later on, he became a fan of the Japanese aesthetic and moved to the south of France, to see “nature under a brighter sky” so that he could better understand the way the Japanese “feel and draw”. This was when he painted “The Bedroom”.
Van Gogh was also known to be a firm supporter of Post-Impressionist art, the French movement that was a departure from Impressionism and its concern for natural depiction of light and colour.
A Man In An Asylum

Having fought many demons during his lifetime, Van Gogh checked himself into an asylum after a fight with a friend that saw him cutting off the lobe of his own ear. This was where he created his most famous masterpiece “Starry Night”.
It is said that while in hospital, he would spend days staring out his barred window at the scenery below and painting.
Starry Night is something of a culmination of this vista, combining his view on different days and even at different times of the day.
As he watched both the light and weather change, he combined his view of sunrise, moonrise, sunny days, overcast days, rainy days and even windy days to create the masterpiece so many people know and love today.
A Man Who Only Found Fame After Life
Sadly, Vincent van Gogh only sold one painting throughout his entire life. He died in 1890 from a bullet wound and it was only when his brother died, six months after him, that his brother’s wife, Johanna van Gogh-Bonger dedicated her life to collecting his works and promoting it.
She published a collection of his letters in 1914 and it was thanks to her diligence and hard work that Van Gogh’s work finally began to receive recognition, leading to the prominence it has today.
Ironically, despite the financial hardship and obscurity he faced in life, Vincent van Gogh created one of the most expensive paintings in history – his “Portrait of Dr. Gachet” sold for US$82.5 million in 1990.
Now that you’ve gotten a brief look into the man behind the art, don’t forget to check out the Van Gogh Alive Exhibition at Pavilion Bukit Jalil, Level 2, Orange Zone.
For more information on ticketing, please visit www.vangogh.com.my.

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RM250 Billion Stimulus Package Announced. Covid-19 Frontliners Get Extra Allowance

A massive economic stimulus package involving RM250 billion was announced today by Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin.
Of that amount, almost RM128 billion is going the public’s welfare, RM100 billion is for the business sector, including small and medium enterprises.
Of what remains, RM2 billion is being channeled to strengthen the economy, and the remaining RM20 billion is actually from the previously announced stimulus package.
“No one will be left behind,” said Muhyiddin during the announcement and it seems he’s trying to ensure everyone gets something.
On the fight against Covid-19, Muhyiddin said he had already pledged RM500 million to the Health Ministry but was adding another RM1 billion to that for the purchase of supplies and services, including from the private sector, to fight the pandemic.
To ensure more Covid-19 tests are carried out, the insurance and takaful industry will build an RM8 billion fund to help pay up to RM300 for each policy holder who has been ordered to be tested by the Health Ministry.
Insurance and takaful firms will aslo be offering a moratorium on the payment of premiums for three months.
To help frontline healthcare workers, the government will also be increasing an earlier allowance from RM400 to RM600 a month starting from April and lasting till the pandemic ends.
Army, police, customs, immigration, Civil Defence Force, and RELA will also be getting an additional RM200 per month.


Dog Tied And Dragged Behind Car In Port Dickson Dies

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On 27 May, a 44-year-old poultry farmer Rajes Donarow saw a dog that was tied to the back of the car getting dragged along the road in Port Dickson.

He gave chase after seeing the dog on a road beside his home at Kampung Sri Parit in Lukut.
Rajes told The Star that the dog had collapsed so the gravel scraped its chest and its paws were bleeding, but the man continued driving.
Rajes signalled the car driver to stop but the man ignored him and continued driving down the road.
The car driver was forced to stop when Rajes overtook the car to save the poor dog.
In the video, the dog could be seen heavily panting and bleeding profusely on the ground.

Rajes confronted the dog’s owner and asked why he didn’t transport the dog using the lorry he owns.
The dog’s owner, who owns a landscaping business and a durian plantation, said he was transporting the dog over a 2km distance to another plantation. However, the dog refused to get onto his lorry so he tied the dog to the car.
Rajes lodged a police report on the same day and was advised by the cops to report to the Veterinary Services Department too.
The 61-year-old male suspect was arrested at 10pm on Monday (29 May) and taken to the Seremban Magistrate’s Court for a remand order.
On 30 May, Port Dickson police chief superintendent Aidi Sham Mohamed said the dog has died.
The case is being investigated under Section 428 of the Penal Code for animal abuse. Upon conviction, the suspect faces a jail term of up to three years, a fine, or both.
READ MORE: Son Of Accused Dog Abuser Apologises, Insisted Dad Loves His Farm Dogs

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Here’s How You Can Maintain Your Car Yourself During The MCO

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So it’s been a couple of weeks since most of us have been stuck at home forced to sacrifice our normal lives and daily routines, and becoming accustomed to social distancing in order to keep ourselves, our loved ones and the country at large safe during the pandemic.
With all the different things that one needs to keep in mind during this global crisis, some of us might be neglecting one crucial part of our convenient, modern and comfortable existence: our trusty and ever-demanding automobiles.
TRP shares some quick car maintenance tips on how to better care for your vehicle when you aren’t driving it as often and to keep your pockets from being choked by repair fees after the lockdown.
Start your engines
Now I’m sure most of you have probably been told once or twice before to, once in a while, start your engines and keep it running idle for a quick warm-up if you arenâ€™t driving it as much.
While this advice might be great for older cars that run on carburetors, modern fuel-injected cars are not required to be warmed up, even if it’s been left parked and not moving for a while.
In fact, warming up a cold engine might end up damaging it in the long run, costing you more money on repairs.(Credit: Cars Of Japan)
However, starting up your car is important to keep the carâ€™s battery in ship shape.
The battery is an essential component of the car that functions to start the carâ€™s engine and provides electrical power to other parts of the vehicle.
Keeping the battery charged is important to maintain your carâ€™s performance and overall longevity.
To avoid your car battery from dying out, start your vehicleâ€™s engine and have it running idle for about 10 minutes, at least once a week, without turning on the air conditioning, radios or any other electrical features in the vehicle.
 For those of you wondering why youâ€™d need to charge the battery if the car ain’t moving? Well, cars like any other mundane electrical appliance have what they call a â€œparasitic loadâ€ where there is always a certain amount of power constantly being drained from the power source.(Credit: How Stuff Works)
This would allow the carâ€™s alternator to do its job and recharge the battery to keep it, for a lack of a better word, energized.
But if you’re unfortunate enough to already have a dead car battery during the lockdown, there’s always the option of contacting one of the many vehicle service operators that can offer you on-location assistance when needed.
There are many online applications available to get instant assistance on-the-go(Credit: Gamuda Land)
Separately, if you think that your car won’t be moving for more than a month, then a better step would be just to take the battery out entirely and store it in a safe and secure place away from moisture and sunlight.
Be sure to have it fully charged up (or have the water levels topped up if youâ€™re using a wet cell battery) and have the battery wires and terminal attachments greased up with lubricant (or petroleum jelly works fine too) to keep it from rusting.
Keep those plugs, sparkling
Again, if you think that your car would be left idle for an extensive period of time, itâ€™s advisable to take out the carâ€™s spark plugs as well.
Spark plugs are responsible for delivering electric current to the engineâ€™s combustion chamber for ignition and like any other part to your car, needs to be regularly cleaned and maintained.
However, we warn you to only do this if you’re comfortable enough around cars and have the mechanical skills to do so in order to avoid damaging your vehicle.
Different cars have different specifications, so best to leave it to the experts if you don’t know what you’re doing.(Credit: Your Mechanic)
Fill her up
Unused cars tend to develop rust on the inside of the fuel tank. To keep this from happening, simply fill the car to the brim with petrol and have it sealed tight to prevent moisture from entering and damaging the fuel tank.
Fuel prices have been falling dramatically around the world in recent months due to global market trends.(Credit: Malay Mail)
Itâ€™ll also be nice to have a full tank of gas (while prices are super low nowâ€¦ LOL) once the quarantine period is over.
Keep the pressure on
Now it won’t be very pleasant to have a flat tire once youâ€™re allowed to drive freely again. Make sure to check and maintain your carâ€™s tire pressure at least twice a month so you’d always be ready to go on a roll.
If you don’t have the necessary tools to do your own checks at home, a good idea would be to make a quick stop by the petrol station to examine and refill the pressure when you’re out doing a supply run.
Or you can purchase your own tire inflator available online.(Credit: The Truth About Cars)
Wipe it up
If you don’t have the option of parking your vehicle under the shade or have one of those neat â€œcar blanketsâ€, a good practice is to lift up your windshield wipers and have emâ€™ standing in the upright position.
Prolonged exposure to heat and sunlight will cause your wiper blades to harden and crack, making it less effective in keeping your view clear during a drive.
It’s also recommended to replace your wiper blades every 6 months.(Credit: Car Roar)
It’s recommended that you keep your wipers up (if you haven’t) throughout the MCO period if your car is left exposed to the elements.
Keep it clean
Not to overstate the obvious, but some people do treat their cars like mobile storage units or worse, moving landfills filled with crumbs, wrappers, and trash of all sorts.
Well since thereâ€™s a pandemic going around, it’s important now, more than ever to keep your vehicles clean and sanitized to avoid any unwanted pests infestations or it becoming ground zero to another viral outbreak.
Better to keep your car messy than throw garbage out the window, right?(Credit: Awesome Jelly)
So keep your cars clean and tidy and take time to disinfect and wipe down all high-touch surfaces like the steering wheels, door handles, gears, switches, and knobs or any other places youâ€™d think germs would thrive on.
Just be careful to use the right cleaning solutions for the job to avoid damage to your carâ€™s interior.

With workshops and service centers only operating on limited capacity this MCO, its best to keep your vehicles in check to avoid any unforeseen problems that may occur.
Do you have any other car maintenance tips that would help during this quarantine season? Share it with us on our Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.

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9YO Johor Boy Who Was Allegedly Kidnapped Found At Home, Viral Message Was Fake

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A Whatsapp message recently circulated alleging that a 9-year-old boy has been kidnapped from a tuition centre in Johor.

Buletin TV3 reported that the message mentioned the kidnapping happened on 7 September and claimed that a woman led a child into a car.
The police said no report was lodged regarding the matter. Police investigations have revealed that it was a fake message and a rumour created to cause fear and panic in public.
According to the police statement, Johor police chief Kamarul Zaman Mamat said the child in question was found at home with his father.
The police advised the public not to be easily influenced by fake messages and to stop spreading messages from unverified sources.
Spreading or creating false news is against the law. If found guilty, perpetrators can be charged under Section 233 of the Communication and Multimedia Act 1998, which carries a fine of not more than RM50,000 or a year’s jail term or both.

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5 Strangely-Named Malaysian Kuih You Definitely Have Never Tried Before

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Malaysians are no doubt, very unique when it comes to naming certain stuff, such as places, islands, and food.

Did you know that we have roads and places with names like Jalan Microwave, Desa Temu Jodoh, Pekan Lanchau and Kampung Permatang Kerat Telunjuk?
What about islands like Pulau Babi Besar, Pulau Babi Tengah, Pulau Susu Dara, Pulau Kentut Kecil and Pulau Kentut Besar?
See? We have quite a creative imagination. But the best part of it all is the story behind them. Interesting and fills in your curiosity. We just love our Malaysian folklore, don’t we?
However, let’s talk about our ‘Kuih Muih’. The word ‘Kuih’ or ‘Kue’ is originally from the Chinese word ‘kueh’  and are local bite-sized snacks or desserts known to be served for breakfast, tea time, and after some big meals.
You might know a lot of traditional kuihs but there are still some delights you never knew existed.
1. Kuih Tahi Itik (The Duck’s Stool)
Well, the direct translation doesn’t make it better does it?
This particular snack is native to the state of Kelantan where it is named after the shape and the purpose of the Kuih, not the taste, obviously. It’s used to be served as a royal sweet dish to the Kelantan Sultanate.
They are really simple looking, aren’t they?Credit: @_emint_/twitter
It is whitish, round (depends on the mood of the baker, it can as well be in whatever shape they want) and in clumps. The appearance doesn’t exactly resemble a duck’s dropping but there are some features here and there.
It is mainly called a ‘by-product’ because of the key ingredient egg whites used in this kuih.
This particular Kuih comes along with other types of Kuih called Kuih Jala Emas, Kuih Bunga Tanjung, and Kuih Pauh Dilayang which are made from egg yolks. Therefore, kuih Tahi Itik is produced with the waste production (the castaway egg whites) of the said Kuihs.
From the left, we have the famous Tahi Itik, Bunga Tanjung, and Jala Mas.Credit: @ayaffafif/twitter
This Kuih is made from egg whites, sugar, flour, pandan leaves, and some cloves. They are sweet and soft and you can find them in markets on the East Coast of Malaysia.
2. Kuih Tahi Minyak (The Oil’s Residue)
This particular Kuih looks like brownies.
The name of this Kuih is actually Kuih Koleh Kacang (Green Bean Pudding) made with green bean flour, sugar, palm sugar, pandan leaves, coconut milk, and salt. This is the base of the Kuih.
It looks like Kuih Bingka but with a twist.Credit: Azie Kitchen
The actual name ‘Tahi Minyak’ only refers to the topping or garnish of the Koleh Kacang. It is made with coconut milk cooked with salt and the making of it is how the garnish got its name.
One can just easily finish this Tahi Minyak alone as a snack. Credit: @erin_razak/twitter
Usually, when coconut milk is cooked on medium heat with salt, it will harden and become brown clumps in a pool of coconut oil that can be used later as cooking oil. Pandan leaves can also be added in the process to enhance their sweet flavor.
The residue of the oil after it is segregated is what we call the Tahi Minyak. It’s quite sweet and crunchy, most probably why it is made as a garnish.
3. Kuih Puteri Mandi (The Princess’s Bath)
Now this Kuih is quite shady, don’t you think?
We bet you guys are curious about how a princess takes a bath. Well, based on this Kuih, gracefully.
The name of this dish is a metaphor for its method of preparation. Similar to how a princess would gracefully take a bath, the maker would have to be handling them delicately as well.
Colorful, aren’t they?Credit: Azie Kitchen
The “princess” dough is made of glutinous rice flour and pandan water while the “bath” is made from shredded coconut, palm sugar, pandan water, as well as sugar.
Most of these Kuihs are found at markets and stalls on the East Coast.Credit: @shudsanadi/twitter
The dough should be softly curved in the middle and cooked gently in simmering water. After it’s done, it should be bathed carefully in the coconut mixture as a final step. Carefully and gracefully like a princess.
4. Kuih Badak Berendam (The Hippo’s Bath)
Rest assured, no endangered hippos were harmed in the making of this process.
The Hippo’s Bath is a similar dish of glutinous stuffed balls ‘bathing’ in syrup but shaped fatter and require a less delicate process than the Princess’s Bath.
Have you ever seen hippos take a bath? We’re sure most of us haven’t but for those of you who don’t know, Hippos soak themselves in mud or water to keep their body cool. Now imagine that picture. Next, take a look at this picture.
Don’t they look like cute Hippos?Credit: Azie Kitchen
Identical, but not quite. This literal imagination of our people is what got this Kuih its name. The so-called “hippos” are made from a paste consisting of glutinous rice flour, pandan water, and food colorings. Inside the “hippos”, are a surprise of sweet coconut fillings.
Suprise coconut filling inside. Credit: @philmeroz/twitter
The “hippos” are submerged in the so-called “mud” which is made from coconut milk, rice flour, salt, and of course, our favorite leaves, pandan again. A quintessential ingredient in a typical Malaysian kitchen.
5. Kuih Serabai (The Shabby One)
Believe it or not, this Kuih is also called Kuih Mayat (The Corpse Cake).
Now, this is a Kuih native to the Northern part of Malaysia. The shape is simple. A circle. Not much. Not really a hassle to make. Just well… shabby.
They don’t look like much, do they? Credit: @syamsul_nazri/twitter
This kuih is said to be prepared during funerals back in the day. As family members were mourning their deceased ones, their appearances were shabby and the food that they served were also plain and unimpressive. No need for fancy dishes.  It’s a funeral. Not a celebration.

But they taste heavenly sweet paired with the dipping custard.Credit: @mznl__/twitter
This dish comes with a custard soup (pengat) made of bananas or durian, palm sugar, coconut milk, and pandan leaves.
The dish itself is made of rice flour, leftover rice, sugar, coconut milk, and yeast. It is made into a tiny pancake and served with the side dip. Simple yet delicious to eat.
Despite all the weird names and plain appearances, all these kuihs are still delicious and eaten regularly, which proves that Malaysians will eat anything as long as it tastes good.

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Lee Zii Jia Changes Profile Picture To Black, Netizens Bombard BAM On Social Media

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Most badminton fans are aware by now that Lee Zii Jia was banned by BAM from participating in any international badminton tournament for two years.
BAM made the decision on grounds that Lee left the association prematurely and without good reason.
The suspension will certainly have a big impact on Lee’s career prospect as a rising badminton star.
Lee has taken to social media to mourn the unfortunate news, changing his profile picture to black.

Fans and even companies have tried to inspire Lee by giving words of encouragement.
you have proven to us again and again that you can stand tall after falling every time. it's no different this time. keep your head up, lee zii jia. we're all in this together. your dream, your ambition, you'll get there. and if we have to wait then so be it. we love you. ❤🇲🇾 pic.twitter.com/paRDvQxxuq— Mai 麦 #DemiMalaysia 🇲🇾 (@iammaizn) January 21, 2022
Stay strong champ!!! pic.twitter.com/QFzHD6i7zu— M.K Izzuddin (@k_izzuddin) January 21, 2022
Tough times never last, but tough people do. Be strong, Lee Zii Jia ❤#OPPOMalaysia— OPPO Malaysia (@OPPOMalaysia) January 21, 2022
Top shuttlers past and present have also expressed support to Lee.
READ MORE: [Watch] Former National Player Roslin Hashim Lets Rip At BAM Big Shots
Badminton Fans Vent Their Anger At BAM

Criticism is never easy to accept but constructive criticism should not be confused with negativity.
Fans were especially livid at the BAM’s motto of ‘Demi Malaysia‘ (For Malaysia)

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9-Year-Old Malaysian Breaks Kids World Records For Most Aircrafts Recited In 6 Minutes

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Sarvysswharrann Yogeswaran of SJK (T) Taman Melawati in Kuala Lumpur has entered Malaysia in the Kids World Records (KWR) for reciting the Most Aircrafts Recited in six minutes and 15 seconds under the boys (7-9 years old) category.

In a virtual challenge done 1 March, the 9-year-old from Wangsa Maju named 213 different types of aircraft encompassing commercial planes, helicopters and fighter jets. He received his certificate and medal 6 months later on 19 August.
His father Yogeswaran Tamil Selvan, 47,  proudly took to his Facebook to celebrate his son’s achievements.

Dream to be a pilot
(Credit: Yogeswaran Tamil Selvam / Facebook)
Sarvysswharrann’s interest in aircraft started early with his father Yogeswaran Tamil Selvan, an aircraft engineer. Before the pandemic, he’d even follow his father on flight simulator tests.
Since young, I have been exposed to aircraft-related activities such as watching aircraft movies, viewing aircraft images, collecting models, and reading about them. Now, I love to do research on aircrafts.Sarvysswharrann Yogeswaran via The Star, 28 August 2021
He also loves Mathematics, Science and Astronomy, which he says help him connect with aircraft-related activities.
Broke the KWR without memorisation
(Credit: Kids World Records)
KWR is an online platform based in Canada that empowers children between 4 – 16 years old to “explore their interests with unbridled enthusiasm and creativity, while working toward a concrete goal”.
Sarvysswharrann tells The Star that he loves watching talent show programmes like Little Big Shots, Guinness World Records and Malaysia Book of Records which in turn inspired him to work on his personal record.
Note he did not memorise the aircraft names but instead has seen so many aircraft models in books and on the Internet that over time the names had just registered in his mind.
It is not good to memorise things because the information can fade over time.Sarvysswharrann Yogeswaran via The Star, 28 August 2021
Sarvysswharrann said that by understanding the points and connecting them with the images, the facts will stick permanently in our minds.
The future looks bright
So what’s next for Sarvysswharrann?
Aside from his current record-breaking feat, the talented Year Three student also happens to be a national junior squad chess player representing Malaysia at the virtual Asian School Chess Championship 2021.
(Credit: SJK (T) Taman Melawati / Facebook)
He has also won three medals at the Penang International Invention and Design Competition 2021 with his innovative ideas.
As for more record-breaking attempts, his father has revealed they are getting ready to set different upcoming records with:
Malaysia Book of Records one record (1)Guinness World Record four record (4)

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What’s The Secret Blend Of Success?

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Success means different things to different people. For some, it may be owning a house to call their own. For others, it may be finally gathering the courage to ask the guy they’ve been swooning over out on a date.

No matter how big or small our successes are, victories taste sweeter when we share them with others. Showing off the new home that you’ve worked hard to purchase on social media, or texting your friends to tell them you’re going on a date this weekend, makes you feel like you’re truly winning in life.
But sharing does more than just validate our successes. It affirms the hopes and dreams of others around us and lets them know that “Hey, if someone did it, we can do it too!”
“Rise” to the occasion
(Credit: Chivas Malaysia via Facebook)
This 28 and 29 October 2022, the Chivas “I Rise, We Rise” pop-up event at Sentul Depot celebrates local talents who pioneered paths to success for themselves and their communities.
In line with Chivas’ philosophy that success is meant to be shared, the “I Rise, We Rise” campaign is created for the hustlers – a new generation that carve their own paths and elevate themselves as well as the people around them.
Attendees will stand a chance to win exclusive tickets for the Chivas Regal x LISA virtual event, Asia’s first immersive brand-owned virtual event to interact with K-Pop icon and the new Chivas Regal Global Ambassador, LISA.
(Credit: Chivas Regal)
Not only that, the “I Rise, We Rise” event will also unveil the new Chivas 12 bottle – a bolder, fresher design housing the classic taste of Chivas.
(Credit: Chivas Regal via Twitter)
The pop-up event will showcase the talents of our four local Hero Risers – Ronald Chew, Jon Lee and Pamela Tan in specially curated rooms that personify what “I Rise, We Rise” means to them. DJ Reeve and his collective, DJs Playground, will be setting the main stage on fire with electrifying sets alongside several international acts, doing what they do best.
What does success mean to you?
For Ronald Chew, founder of the streetwear label NERDUNIT, the passion for shaping future generations through fashion and culture drives him to keep going.
(Credit: Ronald Chew via Instagram)
I believe success is only achieved when the people around me are all successful, happy and growing.Ronald Chew, founder of NERDUNIT.
Ronald created a brand that blends design, culture and art, that’s successfully translated into wearable pieces. Almost a decade into the business, they are the only Malaysian brand that owns flagship stores in Tokyo and London.
(Credit: Jon Lee via Instagram)
For the founder of Penrose KL, Jon Lee, mastering the craft of blending spirits was no simple feat. A year after opening his first Brasserie at the age of 22, he learned to bartend and was offered a job at Tippling Club, Singapore.
Under the mentorship of world-renowned bartender Joe Schofield, Jon widened his knowledge and passion for beautifully curated cocktails.
Success isn’t a destination. It is the constant journey that gives it its meaning and purpose.Jon Lee, founder of Penrose KL.
Now with a sling of bartending accolades to his name, Jon is taking Malaysia’s cocktail culture to new heights. Much like the evolution of classic cocktails, Penrose KL is inspired by the Penrose Tiling of 5 – a highly-structured pattern that does not repeat itself.
(Credit: DJ Reeve via Instagram)
DJ Reeve, founder of DJs Playground, a modernized music academy also attributes his success to those who have paved the way in the world of deejaying.
DJs Playground was established with the aim of making deejaying and modern music accessible and affordable for everyone, and to instil skills to the young ones. It is Malaysia’s first and only DJ academy and showroom certified by Pioneer DJ and equipped with the widest range of Pioneer DJ systems in the store.
Success is having a place to call home – and with the existence of DJs Playground, we can proudly say that it has created a safe space here in gathering DJs & music enthusiasts alike to network, collaborate and learn from each other.DJ Reeve, founder of DJs Playground.
(Credit: Pamela Tan via Instagram)
For Pamela Tan, founder of Poh Sin Studio, the ability to help a social housing community through her art was one of the most rewarding experiences of her life.
The award-winning architectural artist proposed a simple and vibrant mural to be painted on two abandoned badminton courts at PPR Sri Tioman 1 so that the kids could use the courts again. She engaged the residents to join in the process to liven up their residential space.
Her experimental work through elements of art, architecture and design aims to blur the boundaries between creative disciplines. Having showcased her art in various spaces throughout her career, her upcoming installation is in collaboration with Chivas for their “I Rise, We Rise” pop-up event.
I find the word ‘Rise’ in Chivas’ “I Rise, We Rise” campaign theme uplifting. It reminded me of the saying, ‘When the sun rises, it rises for everyone’. I like that meaning of how every sunrise signifies a new beginning and there is always hope for everyone. The site context of the artwork is in the form of letter ‘I’ in plan view. Hence, I thought it would be interesting to insert a ‘tunnel’ element that frames a sunrise where one can walk through a literal ‘light at the end of the tunnel’.Pamela Tan, founder of Poh Sin Studio.
It’s a win-win party!
To be a part of Chivas “I Rise, We Rise”, limited tickets are available through registration HERE. Tickets can also be obtained by purchasing bottles via the Pernod Ricard E-Commerce store.
Follow Chivas Malaysia on Facebook to stay updated on performances, activations, and guest bartenders at the Chivas “I Rise, We Rise” event.
In case you missed the event, head over to their website for event details and more information on Chivas’ collaborations.
The Chivas “I Rise, We Rise” event is strictly for non-Muslims aged 21 and above only. Remember to be responsible and don’t drink and drive.

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Weekend Hacks To Get You Through The Week Ahead

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It’s Sunday and you wake up feeling good knowing you don’t have to work today.

But the dread of the coming work week eventually creeps and the cycle begins.
Your feelings are valid and this form of anticipatory anxiety has a name. It’s called the “Sunday scaries” and it can make you feel nervous and dread something that hasn’t happened yet: the week ahead.
Although commonly experienced on a Sunday, it can happen any day of the week depending on your schedule, whether work or school.
Chasing the ‘scaries’ away
You know what? It’s pretty common! You can either be part of the majority of people who experience this Sunday anxiety, or you can do something about it.
(Credit: Engin Akyurt / Unsplash)
(1) Do the worst first – The sooner you do the things you don’t want to (e.g. laundry, bills, general chores etc…) the sooner that looming feeling will go away.
Now that most Friday nights are homebound, why not get them done then? That way you wake up Saturday morning feeling relaxed.
(2) Dedicate Sunday to relaxing activities ONLY – What’s your preferred way to relax? Could be anything from yoga, meditation to reading or sleeping.
Also, consider reducing your news intake because, in our current climate of pandemic and politically related news, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed.
Disconnecting from the world now and then is important because just as you need the weekend to break from work, you also need to break from the reality outside your home.
(3) Make Mondays a special occasion – Having something to look forward to on Mondays can take the edge off some dread. Use the weekend to make a plan with your friends for a Monday catch-up.
Or if you’re on a diet, use the day as a “cheat day” to treat yourself to something sinfully delicious.
(Credit: Glenn Carstens Peters / Unsplash)
(4) Plan your week – Scheduling things to do the week ahead may lighten the load you feel of the “unknown.”
If your weekdays are unpredictable, plan something easier to control – like blocking out an hour a day of your workday for a “meeting” with yourself to take a breather and work on your big-picture goals.
(5) Meal Prep – The thought of meal prepping is a headache in itself. But going back to “do the worst first”, meal prepping not only saves you the effort prepping your meals for the week ahead, it can be nutritious which could also improve your mood.
But if you aren’t one for meal-prepping, you could instead decide what you are going to eat in the week which will save you the time from deciding.
Meatless Monday, Thai Tuesday, Western Wednesday, you get the idea.
The bottom line is there is no one-size-fits-all solution to the Sunday scaries but there are ways to make them more tolerable. Do what works for you but don’t let the thought of Monday steal your Sunday.

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RimbaWatch Calls On DoE To Revoke EIA Approvals To Build Road Across Tiger Reserve

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Many wild animals that are local to Malaysia such as the Malayan tiger and Malayan tapir are endangered. Despite the efforts taken to create sanctuaries and protect their habitats, these animals still face dangers from humans.

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Under the IUCN Red List for Threatened Species, the Malayan tiger is classified as Critically Endangered and is protected under the Wildlife Conservation Act 2020.
Under the IUCN Red List for Threatened Species, the Malayan tiger is classified as Critically Endangered and is protected under the Wildlife Conservation Act 2020. Image: TRP File
Sadly, the local environmental group RimbaWatch discovered that the Department of Environment (DOE) has approved two Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) for a road which passes through the tiger reserve.
The 1,340 sq km tiger reserve, known as Rizab Harimau Diraja Al-Sultan Abdullah, is key to the survival of Malaysia’s 100 tigers.
RimbaWatch is appalled that the Department of Environment has chosen to approve environmental impact assessments (EIAs) for a road which passes through the Rizab Harimau Diraja Al-Sultan Abdullah. (1/4) pic.twitter.com/g64pnJLeRO— RimbaWatch (@RimbaWatch) June 12, 2023
Both EIAs were approved in 2022 and the content in both EIAs was not made public knowledge.
Based on RimbaWatch’s investigation, the EIAs involved the proposed stretch of road from Kampung Pasir Raja (Terengganu) to Kampung Mat Daling (Pahang).
A large stretch of the 52 km-long road will directly cut through the tiger reserve.
RimbaWatch believes there is no way the forests, including the virgin forests in Gunung Aais Forest Reserve on the Pahang side, will escape unscathed from the road project.
The majority of the road's 52km alignment passes through the Tiger Reserve. (3/4) pic.twitter.com/1Qoz47UiqZ— RimbaWatch (@RimbaWatch) June 12, 2023
Some of the potential issues from the road-building project are deforestation, impacting wildlife connectivity, and exposing endangered species to human-wildlife conflict and poaching.
RimbaWatch said tigers have already been sighted on the existing road in Ulu Tembeling.
READ MORE: [Watch] Tiger Hit On Kelantan Highway Looked As Shocked As The M’sian Driver
READ MORE: Critically Endangered Malayan Tigers Spotted In Terengganu
As such, RimbaWatch urges DOE to rescind the EIA approvals immediately to protect the tigers and their habitat.
The group also wants DOE to release the contents of the EIA and related documents to the public.
What’s the significance of the road?
The 52km single-carriageway project connecting Kampung Mat Daling and Kampung Pasir Raja will reduce travel time to less than two hours.
If the road is built, the public does not need to travel for long hours on the East Coast Expressway.
According to Sinar Harian, Pahang Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail said in 2021 that the project, which had been on the drawing board for about a decade, would finally see the light.

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Is Gen Z The Most Stressed Generation?

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All work and no play makes Gen Z-ers very dull.

Despite newfound workplace flexibility, new research from Cigna International has revealed that young people, particularly Gen Zs, now face higher levels of stress, financial concern and reduced workplace satisfaction and growth.
The survey, titled Exhausted by Work – The Employer Opportunity, found that while hybrid and flexible work is seen as very important amongst younger workers, they are also experiencing worrying levels of burnout and concern for the future.
According to the survey, over 97% of 18 to 34-year-olds are burned out, and 40% are worried by the rising costs of living.
Additionally, the survey also noted that young employees are also worried about a lack of opportunities, with a quarter (24%) of Gen Z worried about a lack of learning and jobs, compared to only 14% of 35 to 49-year olds and 9% of 50 to 64-year-olds.
This is where a generational divide is seen and while older people have welcomed the movement to home-based or hybrid working, the survey found that some younger employees may feel that their opportunities have been limited by the lack of assimilated learning and social interaction that office-based work allows.
This is reflected in the high rate of presenteeism seen amongst younger employees.
Therefore, many are actually struggling to engage with their work and feel it has become purely transactional with no in-person interaction.
A survey also found that a total of 20% of Gen Z employees say a lack of learning and development opportunities is also causing stress.
Now, with over 70% saying they are re-evaluating their life priorities and nearly half looking for new jobs, the survey added that employers must urgently recognize the need for action.
Moreover, the survey also found that there is a gap in expectation between what employees want and what they’re currently getting.
In the current climate where talent is jumping ship if conditions at work are not right. In other words, Gen Zs have turned to Quiet Quitting which is doing the bare minimum at work because they feel undervalued for effort put in. Employers need to step up to retain and attract that talent.Cigna International
When asked for their top three criteria to remain in their current role, 41% of young people said a competitive salary, but close behind came flexible hours, at 29%, followed by stability in the company (25%) and a friendly inclusive work culture (22%).
Meanwhile, a total of 17% said the opportunity to grow and develop is a key factor, and 19% would like reward for work rather than hours worked — they don’t want to feel monitored in terms of time only.
In conclusion, the survey suggests that employers need to look beyond their traditional responsibilities and build a culture that supports Whole Health, from mental and physical well-being to advice and support for broader aspects of their lives, such as access to financial advice or coaching.
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