US Returns RM1.3 billion Of 1MDB Money To Malaysia

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Malaysians finally get some good news today as the US Justice Department announced on 14th April that they have returned  US$300 million (around RM1.3 billion) of 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) funds to the Malaysian government.
This money is part of the 1MDB corruption scandal where US investigators say more than US$4.5 billion (RM19.47 billion) of funds from the government-run strategic development company was laundered through the global financial system and channeled into personal bank accounts.
Among the high profile individuals involved in this scandal are former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak and Low Taek Jho, aka Jho Low.
The amount of money stolen from the people of Malaysia is staggering, and we have been relentless in recovering assets that always should have been used for their benefit.Nick Hanna, United States Attorney.
As part of the funds allegedly used to purchase property in the United States (involving Najib’s stepson Riza Aziz), the international corruption unit of the US Department of Justice (DOJ) launched a probe in 2015.
Former Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Najib Razak is accused of receiving 1MDB-linked money.(Credit: Malay Mail)
As a result, the DOJ has recovered more than US$1 billion (RM 4.3 billion) in total to Malaysia in funds and assets lost in the scam. Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yasin has stated that a total of US$620 million (RM2.6 billion) of 1MDB monies” in the form of sales proceeds or assets” have been returned to Malaysia.
The repatriation of these stolen funds to the citizens of Malaysia is the result of the tireless efforts of prosecutors and federal agents to prevent foreign kleptocrats and their associates from using the United States as a playground where they can enjoy the fruits of their pilfered wealth.Nick Hanna, United States Attorney.
According to Bernama, the Prime Minister revealed that proceeds from 1MDB-linked assets were given up or forfeited by individuals linked to Jho Low and that the process to sell these assets under the DOJ consent forfeiture judgment is ongoing.
Low Taek Jho aka Jho Low, assumed to be the mastermind of the 1MDB corruption scandal.(Credit: @jho_low/Twitter)
Nonetheless, he expresses his gratitude to the US government for facilitating the return of Malaysia’s money and commends Malaysia’s Minister of Finance and the Attorney-General for their role in the negotiation process.
The process of recovering 1MDB’s assets are still ongoing so we’ll just have to wait for the recovery and repatriation of more 1MDB monies in the future.

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GE15: Ismail Sabri Declares 18 and 19 November Special Holiday Nationwide

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Caretaker prime minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob has declared a special nationwide holiday this 18 and 19 November in conjunction with the 15th General Election (GE15).

Polling day has been set for 19 November and three states; Penang, Selangor and Negeri Sembilan had previously declared 18 November as a public holiday to ease voters’ movements.
The New Straits Times reported that Ismail Sabri made the announcement at a Cuepacs event in Putrajaya today.
Ismail Sabri said the two-day holiday was declared to encourage voters to exercise their rights.
Meanwhile, The Star reported that the caretaker prime minister had also announced there would be no toll charges from 12.01am on 18 November until 11.59pm 19 November, involving highways under 30 concessionaires.
Sinar Harian reported that Ismail Sabri announced the government agreed for the November salaries of civil servants to be paid on 17 November, while pension payment will be disbursed today.

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UITM Terengganu’s Weekly ‘Supernatural’ Webinar Had Netizens Spooked

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Ever wondered if you could commune with spirits from the great beyond? Would making contact with these paranormal creatures make us sick? Could we possibly fall in love with these entities and ask for their hand in marriage?

Well, an online webinar series hosted by Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM) Terengganu seeks to answer all that and more in its ‘Sembang Santai’ or ‘chill chat’ talk show – a YouTube program discussing topics relating to ‘mahluk halus’ or supernatural and paranormal entities.
The program is said to feature the university’s Senior Islamic Affairs Officer Ustaz Rosmat Rabu in a live stream via the Studio UiTM Terengganu YouTube channel on Wednesdays from 9 to 10 in the morning.
Scheduled to air its 5th series on 28 July, the program apparently first started streaming online via Google Meet on 23 June.

Though we’d love to personally give you a summary of what the talk show is all about, TRP’s checks reveal that the Sembang Santai Mahluk Halus video series had been set to ‘private’.
(Screenshot via YouTube)
Here for the boos 👻
Unfortunately, netizens who caught wind of the program weren’t impressed by its paranormal premise.
Oh, please… “CASUAL CHAT SERIES, #5”“Spirits… can we marry them?”This is from a prominent UNIVERSITY in Malaysia.Seriously, as God’s vicegerents on Earth… can’t they talk about something that benefits humanity?🤦🤦🤦 pic.twitter.com/sLJ12MNplY— Feisal 🪐 Kamil (@SiriuslyCold) July 27, 2021
It seems this guy has some fetish to the otherworldly.He needs to have a psychiatric assessment soon. It’s for his own good. pic.twitter.com/VnJlyUNwSU— Ibrahim Sani (@ibrahimsaninet) July 28, 2021
Comments online show people feeling that it was embarrassing and silly for a tertiary institution like UiTM to be making such content.
What we want : Universities should be a place to facilitate the emancipation of the captive mind and liberating the human potential through the process of decolonising knowledge and critical thinking.UiTM : Awak awak… titew nak kawin ngan makhluk halus boley..? UwU pic.twitter.com/4A9v7yaxzr— Ayman 艾曼 أيمن | #MutualAidKuantan (@aymanpsycho) July 27, 2021
But, there were still those who were intreagued by the topic and wished to learn more about the supernatural.
I am actually quite keen to attend, while wearing my anthropological hat of course. Always curious about the sociology/anthropology of the supernatural. https://t.co/MDm2fKseCi— Antid Oto (@Antid_Oto7) July 28, 2021

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2 New Cases, 1 Death & No Local Transmissions Involving Malaysians

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Malaysia recorded only two new cases of Covid-19 as of June 10, the lowest number of cases identified since the nationwide lockdowns began in March.
Of the two cases, one was an imported case from overseas, while the other was a locally transmitted incident involving a foreigner in Sarawak.
There were no Covid-19 infections involving Malaysian citizens, however, another fatality was recorded involving a 61-year-old male patient linked to the tabligh cluster who died on June 10, adding the nation’s total coronavirus death count to 118.
(Credit: Twitter/MOH)
To date Malaysia has recorded a total of 8,338 cases with 1,206 still active.
MOH hopes that Malaysians remain vigilant at ensuring all Covid-guidelines provided by the government are abided to avoid the further spread of the coronavirus during the Recovery Movement Control Order (RMCO) period.

TRP gives our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased patient.
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Free Zumba Classes Soon At PPR Flats, Says Hannah Yeoh

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Get ready to shake and dance moms because residents at People’s Housing Projects (PPR) in the Klang Valley will soon be able to enjoy free zumba classes.

Yesterday, Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh said the ministry will launch free zumba classes for Klang Valley PPR residents, especially mothers.
As reported by Bernama, Yeoh told reporters:

Mothers are busy working, and they are not exercising, they are caregivers. This is one of the ways that we can prevent people from falling sick.
Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh
She also added that the classes will be on weekends to allow mothers to have leisure and exciting breaks after a whole week of working and taking care of their families.
Furthermore, Yeoh added that the classes will be held indoors making it accessible to all mothers residing at PPRs.
She added:

We provide free zumba for anyone but focusing on mothers as they are looking after their children and will not be able to travel far to exercise and the structure of their houses doesn’t have fields.
Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh
According to Yeoh, the classes will be launched next month.
Will you be joining in on this moms?

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[Exclusive] Facts About Ceddy Most People Don’t Know – Did You Know He Wanted To Be A Lecturer?

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The name CeddyOrNot is no stranger on Twitter, TikTok and Instagram, especially when you talk about food. Ceddy Ang is a content creator whose videos are funny and honest, which explains why people like his videos.

However, being a content creator isn’t always easy, as you have to find amusing and relatable content to keep your viewers engaged.
Now, Ceddy is not just a food vlogger, he is also into various aspects of content creation, for example appearing on television, launching mini-acting gigs, hosting podcasts and so on.
        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by Ceddy Ang (@ceddyornot)
Surely, many of you would wanna know how he started as a content creator on social media, a world full of competition.
Recently, our TRP team was given the chance to interview Ceddy and ask him everything that his fans would wanna know.
Here are some fun facts about Ceddy through our ‘Zero To Hero’ segment. Here we go!
Get to know Ceddy Ang through an exclusive interview with TRP
Ceddy Ang, 32, hails from The Land Of The Greatest Food, Penang.
When asked some questions about his background, Ceddy said that after finishing school, he decided to continue studying for a Bachelor’s Degree in the field of Law.
After that, he started working in marketing, starting as a Sales Person, Marketing Executive, Marketing Manager and then continuing his studies at the Master’s level in the field of Marketing (Masters In Marketing).

I actually wanted to become a lecturer. That is if my journey to become a Content Creator is unfruitful. Ceddy Ang, in an exclusive with TRP.
For your information,  Ceddy had also been active in the gaming world previously as one of the ‘Live Streamers’ on the Twitch platform.
I started being a live streamer because I’m a hardcore gamer. After a while, I decided to try vlogging, but the idea failed on the YouTube platform. After that, a  friend of mine suggested to use TikTok, which I laughed off because I never liked the platform before.Ceddy Ang, in an exclusive with TRP.
However, Ceddy challenged himself and uploaded videos on TikTok. And who would have thought? That effort paid off and it became one of the biggest victories for him to this day.

Ceddy has been active in the world of Content Creation for six years now.
Ever since I was little, I’ve always wanted to be a performer, like, a singer. But my confidence level is not very high at the time due to the fact that I used to be bullied at school because I am a ‘gentle’ man and my voice is not very ‘manly’. That’s why I’m not very confident to stand out, out there. Ceddy Ang, in an exclusive with TRP.
Commenting further, Ceddy is however proud of the people around him who often give words of encouragement for him to continue charging forward by providing strong moral support.
The rise and fall in the media industry
Life is like a wheel. In whatever field we pursue, there must be some ups and downs that we have to face. Ceddy is also no exception in facing some obstacles while being active in this industry.
Nevertheless, no matter what life throws at him, Ceddy is always seen as a Happy-Go-Lucky guy who’s always thinking on the bright side.

For example, he thinks that all the obstacles and difficulties that he went through can be turned into something good where people could recognize him out there, and he could also get on the good side of society.
The downside of being in this industry is that I have to deal with random haters who are rude when giving opinions and sometimes clients who are too demanding and lack understanding.Ceddy Ang, in an exclusive with TRP.
When asked about the most difficult thing he faced as a content creator, Ceddy explained how much he does not like it when a few netizens will express their opinions in such a rude way and spread hatred for no reason.
I’m also opinionated, but sometimes netizens in Malaysia will continue to do ‘personal attacks’ if they don’t agree with something. Ha, I don’t like that.Ceddy Ang, in an exclusive with TRP.
Facebook Or Twitter?
In the same interview, we also asked which platform Ceddy likes the most as a Content Creator.
This is because every social media has its own version of followers. Platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok have different followers in terms of mentality, way of commenting on things, stance, and also different types of behaviour that may be difficult to understand.

A lot of people think this Twitter is toxic and stuff. But actually every platform has groups like this. I, personally, prefer Twitter because if something goes viral, people will share and a lot of my content go viral through Twitter actually. As for Facebook, I don’t really fancy it because there’s no filters there. Netizens there, for me – a bit extreme. Ceddy Ang, in an exclusive with TRP.
If he could choose, Ceddy would choose Twitter as his favourite platform at the moment even though the platform often makes him ‘hated’ by a few netizens.
However, according to him again, Twitter is in fact, a medium where people share the content uploaded by him until it goes really viral.
Common misconceptions about Ceddy

Usually, I can be very opinionated and a bit fierce on social media. But what they don’t know is that if they are nice to me, I will be 10 times nicer to them. I don’t like to be provoked, and I will correct something that is right for me. Because if I don’t defend myself, then who will, right?Ceddy Ang, in an exclusive with TRP.
At the same time,  he has also heard comments such as “I’m nervous to meet you” because he is a popular person on social media and known to many people out there.
He however humbly insisted that no one should have such feelings because at the end of the day, everyone breathes the same air and there is no need to feel intimidated by anyone, including himself.

What are some of the food that Ceddy can’t take?
As a ‘foodie’, Ceddy certainly has some types of food that he cannot eat or does not like, namely those that are too spicy, coriander (coriander leaves), and also meat.
Even so, Ceddy said he can still eat spicy food but he just can’t bear to finish it.
FUN FACT: Ceddy loves Petai so very much.
I can eat spicy food, I just can’t finish it. Ceddy Ang, in an exclusive with TRP.
        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by Ceddy Ang (@ceddyornot)
Owlet Beauty By Ceddy Ang
For your information, Ceddy introduced a brand of perfume produced by him which is called Owlet Beauty, in November 2022.
Owlet Beauty highlights the concept of selling perfumes at affordable prices and with diverse scents. With four (4) choices of scents that are Ceddy’s favourites, customers can try all four scents on offer which are:
Twig.Nectar.Dewdrop.Petals.
        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by Ceddy Ang (@ceddyornot)
We also asked why the perfume business was Ceddy’s choice since selling perfumes online is really a challenge because customers are not able to try them out before buying.
Selling perfume online is indeed risky because perfume is a very ‘personal’ and ‘intimate’ product and because you have to smell it first. But I’m quite lucky as my followers will still buy the products I sell due to the fact that I’m known for my honesty when making any reviews on social media. So, because of that, it’s easier for customers out there to trust me and buy my products. Ceddy Ang, in an exclusive with TRP.
In order to make this business a success, initially, as the Co-Founder of Owlet Beauty, Ceddy felt like he should produce premium perfume products at reasonable and affordable prices.
Get the smell of T20 for the price of B40, as he would say it.
Although I release content about food, I don’t cook in those videos.Apart from food, I really like to take care of my personal hygiene and I spend a lot of money on facial skin care products.Ceddy Ang, in an exclusive with TRP.
People have been comparing our perfumes with other big brands, some even said we should sell it at a premium price.But here at @OwletBeauty we believe that you can absolutely enjoy premium and luxurious perfume without breaking the bank.Give us a try, you will love it! 🦉💕 pic.twitter.com/FFVXAX5MAt— Ceddy (@CeddyOrNot) December 26, 2022
Ceddy even gave us an Ouwlet Beauty perfume for us. Code: TWIG. It’s not bad really. It’s a bit strong but for those who love strong notes, this is for you. (Credit: Siti Murni / TRP)
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Cops Can Now Identify Possible Covid-19 Cases Thanks To Data Sharing By MOH

The Ministry of Health (MOH) has shared patient data on the chain of the Covid-19 infection with the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM), which involves about 40,000 individuals.
Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Abdul Hamid Bador said that the data is currently being analysed by a task force from the Criminal Investigation Department (CID).
The task force is headed by Bukit Aman CID chief Datuk Huzir Mohamed to investigate other possible links and identify those likely to be infected by the virus.
The police have already identified several areas where there were certain individuals and groups that were required to go for the Covid-19 screening thanks to the data provided by the MOH.
Up to 11,000 tabligh members who attended the assembly at the Sri Petaling mosque were identified. Up to 95% of the tabligh members have been screened, according to an earlier report.
The team refined and used specific methods to identify the network of close contacts, travel and who might be affected by those involved.Bukit Aman CID chief Datuk Huzir Mohamed
However, the team is still trying to get information on tabligh members who are overseas. Once identified, details will be passed over to the Immigration authorities for necessary action.


Water Cuts In 463 Areas Across Klang Valley Due to Diesel Pollution In Sg Semenyih

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Air Selangor has announced yet another water cut for 463 areas in five regions.

This includes 172 areas in Petaling, 54 areas in Hulu Langat, 194 areas in Sepang, 23 areas in Putrajaya, and 20 areas in Kuala Langat.
These areas will be undergoing an unscheduled water supply disruption due to pollution.
Unknown pollution of diesel was detected at Sungai Semenyih, which led to the shut down of the Sg Semenyih water treatment plant for investigation.
However, 81 water tankers will be mobilised to the affected areas and critical premises.
Air Selangor has not given a timeframe for when residents can expect the resumption of their water supply, but noted that updates will be given on all their official communication channels.
See their post below for the full list of areas affected or visit their map here.

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Stop Spinning My Words, I Was Addressing The Selective Prosecution Issue, Zahid Says

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Barisan Nasional (BN) chief Datuk Seri Zahid Hamidi has blasted the Opposition for ‘spinning’ his speech during the MIC Congress last Monday.

Zahid said that the upcoming general election is a ‘must-win’ for his coalition because Pakatan Harapan (PH) will continue to target BN leaders with selective political prosecution if they win the election.
“At minute 2.35 (of the video) it was clear that I was highlighting the political and selective prosecution.
“That’s what I mean by the risk for BN leaders if the enemy wins GE15. Enemies of BN will abuse the power to make political prosecutions,” Zahid wrote on his Facebook last night.

The UMNO president also urges the public not to be deceived by BN enemies’ “political spin”.
“That’s how they won GE14 by twisting, confusing and inciting the people.”
During his speech at the MIC Congress last Monday, Zahid warned other leaders in BN their opponent PH would continue with selective prosecution if they formed the government after the upcoming GE15, as per what they did after winning the previous election.
“It is now or never. Not only will I be charged if we get defeated, but Tok Mat (BN Deputy Chairman Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan) will be next.
“Tan Sri Vicky (MIC president S.A. Vigneswaran) don’t laugh, you too will be next and (MCA president Datuk Seri Wee) Ka Siong, they won’t forget you),” said Zahid in jest during his speech.
Zahid’s speech has been deemed as an admission by its detractors that BN pushed for the general election to be expedited ahead of its schedule as their leaders are fearful of getting prosecuted in the court of law for their misconduct in the past.
READ MORE: More Selective Prosecution Ahead For BN Leaders If PH Wins GE15, Says Zahid

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Scientist’s Heat Wave Warning Dismissed By News Reporter Just Like “Don’t Look Up” Movie

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The UK is experiencing a record heat wave with extremes of up to 40°C, but even then there are people who are dismissing the event as ‘a bit of warm weather’.

A clip that has gone viral on Twitter shows a shocking example of how scientists’ warnings are routinely dismissed by media. The video shows a short clip from the movie Don’t Look Up and its shocking similarities to a real clip of a news report where a UK meteorologist’s discussions about extreme weather is dismissed.
Don’t Look Up features Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence who realize that a comet will destroy Earth. In the movie, they bring their findings to the government, media, and the public, only to be dismissed and ridiculed. [Spoiler alert!] At the end of the movie, everybody dies.
A clip from Don’t Look Up, and then a real TV interview that just happened pic.twitter.com/CokQ5eb3sO— Ben Phillips (@benphillips76) July 20, 2022
When the movie was released, it was meant to be a satirical comedy, yet the 2021 movie turned out to be a foretelling instead.
In the real news report, similar dismissive language was used by the news reporter towards British meteorologist John Hammond, who was issuing warnings regarding the heat wave, saying that there ‘could be hundreds, if not thousands of excess deaths’.
He then warns viewers that the ‘nice weather’ will be turning into ‘lethal weather’.
GB News anchor Bev Turner’s response was to note what a nice day it was and that she wanted people ‘to be happy about the weather’.
I don’t know whether something’s happened to meteorologists to make you all a bit fatalistic and harbingers of doom.News anchor Bev Turner
Naturally, this has made a lot of people very angry. Many are saying that years of downplaying scientists’ warnings have led to the general disregard towards climate change, including climate change denial.
It’s not sudden. They’ve been telling us for several decades that as we nearer the ‘event-horizon’ or point of no return, that these events will increase in intensity and frequency. The entire ecosystem from oceanic currents to glacial melt, decimated rain forests & drought.— OrganicDemocracy🌊 A Republic💔If We Can Keep It (@Madison_Native) July 20, 2022
ppl made fun of “don’t look up” and all i saw was a slightly exaggerated depiction of what our media and government are actually like— janet snakehole (@themeowsterz) July 20, 2022
The human behavior aspect of “Don’t Look Up” is documentary-level reality— Alex Skolnick 🇺🇦 (@AlexSkolnick) July 20, 2022
Climate change is happening all over the world, including Malaysia. Extreme weather such as extremely hot and humid days paired with extremely strong storms that cause flash floods and destruction are becoming more and more common at a rate that isn’t normal.
READ MORE: Malaysia Can Expect To Face Stronger Storms, Climate Change Experts Say
Whether we like it or not, climate change is no longer a phenomenon that will happen in the near future, because we’re already living through it right now.

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“Withdraw Incorrect Statements In LCS Report Or Face Legal Action” Minister Warns Forensic Auditors

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Mersing MP Datuk Dr Abdul Latiff Ahmad’s lawyer had issued a letter of demand to Alliance IFA (M) Sdn Bhd director Prabhat Kumar, the independent forensic auditors who were responsible for the report on the littoral combat ships (LCS) project.

The letter was issued by Dr Latiff’s lawyer Chetan Jethwani from Chetan Jethwani & Co.
According to The Vibes, Dr Latiff’s lawyer had given Prabhat 48 hours from today to retract the LCS report which linked the Cabinet minister with a woman named Zainab Mohd Salleh, who had stakes in the multi-billion Ringgit project.
“You would be aware that your statement is wholly untrue and highly defamatory to our client (Latiff), dragging our client into public scandal and odium.”
“Your statement has also caused many issues within our client’s family and constituency,” the letter reads.
Alliance IFA had prepared the audit report for LCS contractor, Boustead Naval Shipyard Bhd’s (BNS) sister company, Boustead Heavy Industries Corporation Sdn Bhd (BHIC). Both BNS and BHIC are subsidiaries of Boustead Group Bhd.
Dr Latiff’s legal team had demanded for Prabhat to withdraw his “incorrect” statements and issue an apology to the minister for the alleged defamatory revelations made in the forensic report.
It also demanded that Prabhat write to BHIC to correct the alleged inaccuracies contained in the report, as the company should not have provided the Public Accounts Committee with an incorrect report.
On 22 August, PKR deputy-president Rafizi Ramli claimed that Zainab, who is a shareholder of Alizes Marine Ltd, the firm that was implicated in the siphoning of funds from the LCS project to foreign accounts, is the wife of Dr Latiff.
Rafizi’s allegation was based on the internal investigation report of the LCS project.
The Mersing lawmaker, who was the then deputy defence minister from 2008 to 2013 when the LCS project was in its initial phases, had repeatedly denied the accusation.
READ MORE: Special Function’s Minister Denies Being Married To The Woman Rafizi Claims Linked To LCS Scandal

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Two Selayang Markets Now Closed After Minister Said They Wouldn’t

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The 6th Enhanced Movement Control Order (EMCO) was announced yesterday for Pusat Bandar Utara, Kuala Lumpur and the residential area surrounding Selayang wholesale market.
During his daily Movement Control Order (MCO) briefing, Senior Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said that the wholesale market will continue to operate as usual despite the lockdown in the vicinity.
But it looks like things have changed as Malay Mail discovered that the Selayang wholesale market will be closed from today.
When asked, authorities onsite told the English news site that the reason is to prepare for Covid-19 screenings of wholesale market traders and workers.
These are the orders that we have received.Authorities onsite at Selayang EMCO to Malay Mail.
A general view near the Pasar borong Selayang during the enhanced movement control order (EMCO) in Kuala Lumpur.(Credit: Firdaus Latif/Malay Mail)
No further details were revealed about the duration of the closure or if the market will even open again during the two-week EMCO which will last until 3rd May.
Not only that, it appears that Pasar Borong Harian Selayang is closed as well.
Several market traders said that they only found out when they arrived at the market to get supplies following the closure of Selayang wholesale market.
They were informed that Pasar Borong Harian Selayang was also ordered to cease daily operations until further notice.
Pasar Borong Harian Selayang.(Credit: Perak Today)
However, the tradersâ€™ associations revealed that they received the notice to close yesterday evening (20th April) but there wasn’t enough time to inform everyone, especially traders who came from outstation.
They should have told us earlier. Now many traders are stranded with the goods they brought.Shaharudin Dorani, Pasar Borong Harian Selayang Malay Traders Association to Malay Mail.
Frustrated market traders had to clear out Pasar Borong Harian Selayang at 6am when they were informed of the closure.
Workers are pictured at the Selayang wholesale market earlier in April.(Credit: Miera Zulyana/Malay Mail)
The tradersâ€™ associations also revealed that Pasar Borong Harian Selayang was shut due to two positive cases recorded in the last two weeks. The marketâ€™s traders are being screened for Covid-19 as well.Â

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MCO 2.0 SOP: All You Need To Know About Public Transportation

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Here’s what you need to know about public transportation standard operating procedures (SOPs) during this Movement Control Order (MCO 2.0) as stipulated by the National Security Council (MKN):

Bus
Credit: Prasarana Berhad
Which busses are allowed to operate?
Public buses, express buses, mini buses, chartered buses, tourist buses, transit buses, airport buses and factory buses are allowed to operate with 100% capacity
In Sabah only school buses and transit buses are allowed to operate, but with 50% capacity and within the same district.
What are the health SOPs for bus travel?
Credit: Firdaus Latif/Malay Mail
Passengers must undergo symptomatic screening before boarding and MUST wear a face mask at all times while onboard. Passengers are also advised to limit interactions while on the bus.
Passenger information will be recorded either manually or by scanning the bus’s MySejahtera QR code.
The bus driver or operator have the RIGHT to refuse passengers with symptoms.
Before beginning their duty, drivers need to undergo symptomatic screening and temperature checks. Those with symptoms are not allowed to work. Drivers also need to wear a face mask at all times while on duty.
Drivers should make periodic announcements to remind passengers to wear a face mask and limit their interactions.
Can I go on interstate or interdistrict travel by bus?
It is the responsibility of the passenger to obtain interdistrict or interstate travel permission before embarking on the journey.
Trains
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Which trains are allowed to operate?
KTM services (Komuter, Intercity, ETS), MRT, LRT, monorail and the ERL (KLIA Express & KLIA Transit) can operate from 5am to midnight at 100% capacity.
What are the health SOPs for train travel?
Temperature checks on passengers and workers using thermographic cameras or thermometers before they enter the paid areas.
Passengers and workers with temperatures above 37.5 ° Celsius will not be allowed in and are advised to seek medical examination immediately.
Passengers are required to register themselves manually or by scanning the MySejahtera QR code displayed at every station and terminal.
Face masks are MANDATORY at all times and passengers are advised to limit interactions onboard the train.
Operators must provide hand sanitizers at all areas around the station, terminals and inside the train.
Cleaning and sanitization must be carried out at trains and facilities after every trip, or after the end of operations at depots.
Taxi & e-hailing
Credit: Jason Quah/Malay Mail
What are the operating hours for taxi and e-hailing services?
6.00am to 12.00pm (midnight).
How many passengers are allowed?
Maximum of TWO passengers only.
What are the health SOPs for taxi and e-hailing travel?
Passengers:
Face mask is mandatory at all times.Scan the MySejahtera QR code provided before entering the vehicle or manually write your name and phone number.Only those without symptoms are allowed to use the service
Drivers:
Face mask is mandatory at all times.Must provide a MySejahtera QR code in the vehicleOnly drivers without symptoms are allowed to workDisinfect the vehicle at the end of operation
Drivers and passengers are encouraged to use hand sanitizer before and after pick up/drop-off.
What are the payment methods allowed for public transportation?
Credit: The Rakyat Post
Cash is allowed but electronic payment methods are encouraged, such as purchasing tickets online, using cashless transaction cards like monthly passes and Touch ‘n Go.
For taxis and e-hailing, fare payment is via cashless methods only.

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Llaollao Slaps “Copycat” Yogurt Chains With Memes, Netizens Remind They’re Not Innocent

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Popular frozen yoghurt (froyo) chain Llaollao Malaysia recently posted a meme of Will Smith slapping Chris Rock at the Oscars in an attempt to joke about copycat froyo chains.

Essentially, it appears that Llaollao is upset about the rise of froyo chains offering similar products: frozen yogurt with toppings.
Most people assumed that this was done in response to a new froyo store that opened in Ampang Point, featuring a very similar brand name with an almost identical business.

The name, logo, and font choice of ll.la.lo is extremely similar, while their offerings include vanilla ice-cream-flavoured frozen yoghurt eaten with plastic spoons strongly resembling Llaollao’s with an elongated teardrop shape, plus toppings such as fruit, crumbled biscuits, and sauces.
Supporters are critisizing the ‘copycat’
Some netizens made fun of the new store, saying that if they want to copy the business they could have at least tried a little harder to make it look different.

‘Competition is a part of business’
Others are saying that competition are just a normal part of doing business, and that competition is what drives companies to improve.

Some customers even cheekily suggested that if there’s more competition, Llaollao might have to not be so stingy with their toppings and give customers a little bit more to keep them returning.
Some say Llaollao isn’t innocent either
Of course, Llaollao wasn’t the first brand in the Malaysian market either. Some people reminded Llaollao that Tutti Frutti was the first to introduce the concept of froyo with toppings in Malaysia, and that Llaollao only came later.

Others even brought up the ironically similar ‘copycat’ issue concerning the franchise of Taiwan-based Chatime which was embroiled in controversy after the Malaysian franchise stores were all turned into the new brand Tealive.

People may remember the company involved, Loob Holding Sdn Bhd, which lost the franchise license for Chatime. However, Loob Holding then launched the new brand Tealive and turned all their existing Chatime outlets into Tealive outlets, selling an almost-identical menu of bubble tea with toppings.
This article in 2016 identifies the CEO of Llaollao as Tan Kai Young, Director of Loob Management Services Sdn Bhd. While Loob Management Services offers “professional, scientific, and technical services” and does not mention F&B, it also shares an office address in Kota Damansara with Loob Holding Sdn Bhd.
However, Tan Kai Young has since been identified as the CEO of Woodpeckers Group, which is also the master franchiser of Llaollao in Malaysia.
While Woodpeckers Group does not appear to have any business relation to Loob Holding Sdn Bhd, its headquarters is also located on the same street in Kota Damansara.
Regardless, having new froyo chains simply mean more choices for the consumers, especially those who are big fans for frozen yoghurt!

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That Time Anwar Almost Became Prime Minister

The political landscape in Malaysia is in a tumultuous time right now with the recent resignation of the countryâ€™s seventh Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad.
Although details are scarce as to who would become the next premier, the candidate waiting in the wings appeared to be his long-time protege and once political nemesis, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim who used to be his second-in-command during the 90s prior to their fallout before the turn of the century.
It’s not the first time that Dr Mahathir has said he will pass the premiership to Anwar as the latter was primed to become the next PM before the conflict between the two ended with Anwar’s sacking in 1998, a year after the Asian financial crisis.
From a student activist to becoming one of the most powerful men in Malaysia, we take a look back at the 90s when Anwar Ibrahim almost ascended to the height of Malaysian politics before scandals cut his ambitions short.
Picture Credit: Pinterest
The rise of the golden boy
Born into a family of politicians, it was only natural for Anwar to follow the footsteps of his forebears and also join the world of politics.
His father, Datuk Ibrahim Rahman was part of Umno and had served as Seberang Prai Central MP (Member of Parliament) from 1959 to 1969 and also as a parliamentary secretary of the Health Ministry from 1964 to 1969.
Even in his early days, Anwar was active in politics as he became the student leader of an Islamic youth organisation, Malaysian Islamic Youth Movement (ABIM) which was founded in 1972.
He became the second president of the NGO in 1974.
Anwar then left the post and shocked many by joining the biggest Malay party, United Malay National Organisation (UMNO) in 1982 instead of Parti Islam seMalaysia (PAS), a year after Tun M became Malaysia’s fourth Prime Minister.
The relationship grew between the two as Anwar was groomed to be the successor to Dr Mahathir and eventually became the Deputy Prime Minister in 1993.
Picture Credit: Twitter
Fall from grace
Although the pair oversaw a prosperous period in the early 90s, this relationship went sour for both Tun M and Anwar before the 2000s as the Asian financial crisis hit Malaysia in 1997.
Disagreements between the two culminated with the sacking of Anwar Ibrahim in 1998. He was also charged with corruption and sodomy. The charges brought against him led to a highly-charged trial lasting several months which culminated in a verdict finding him guilty of corruption.
During this time, Dr Mahathir and Anwar both traded blows in the media as the elder called his former protege a traitor and a colonial puppet while the latter accused the Prime Minister of heavily delving into cronyism while also demanding an apology for the injuries he sustained during police custody.
Anwar’s dismissal also led to the creation of Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) in 1999.
Picture Credit: Taiwan News
Reformasi and beyond
After he was sacked, Anwar did receive some support as about two-hundred demonstrators have protested outside the national mosque in the Malaysian capital, Kuala Lumpur, to press demands for political reform and gave birth to the “Reformasi” movement.
Anwar was found guilty for corruption and sentenced to 6 years starting in April 1999 while his sodomy case earned him another 9 years in August 2000.
However, he was released early in 2004 after the Federal Court acquitted him of the sodomy charge but his corruption conviction still resulted in him being banned from politics for five years.
Then in 2014, the Court of Appeal overturned High Court ruling of a second sodomy allegation and Anwar was sentenced to five more years in jail, this time during Najib’s reign.
He was released in 2018 after a pardon was given by then Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Kelantan’s Sultan Muhammad V.
Despite the bad blood between the two throughout the years, it took an unlikely partnership between Dr Mahathir, who left UMNO and became the chairman of the Parti Bersatu, and Anwar to oust Najib out of power, with Dr Mahathir leading the way.
Picture Credit: Malay Mail

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We Tasted KFC’s Spicy Smoky Crunch & We Loved It [Review]

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KFC is introducing their new limited-time menu, the Spicy Smoky Crunch which is a rendition of their Hot & Spicy flavour but with some Portuguese smokiness.

They’re also presenting their new KFC Banana Chocolate Ball, a glutinous skin coated with breadcrumbs and filled with sweet banana and chocolate filling.
It sounds super tempting, so I decided to try them out at my nearest KFC.
Spicy Smoky Crunch Set & Banana Chocolate Balls. (Credit: Melissa Suraya Ismail / TRP)
The Taste Test
The colour of the chicken parts is a bit darker and vibrantly red. It even left red oily stains on my fingers when I touched it.
The first bite was actually kinda great. You can actually feel the smokiness and paprika flavour to it. It’s peppery, tangy and crunchy at the same time.
The colour looks a little intimidating. (Credit: Melissa Suraya Ismail / TRP)
 I can feel the heat at the back of my tongue afterwards, but it wasn’t a bad taste, it’s a taste to keep me going.
As for the Banana Chocolate Balls, I can immediately taste the sweetness of the banana after one bite.
However, I think they just put in the banana flavouring to enhance the taste. I can even smell the banana before even biting them.
The Banana Chocolate Balls. (Credit: Melissa Suraya Ismail / TRP)
The chocolate filling is not that oozy but it goes quite well with the banana flavour. Although a bit oily, this dessert is gooey on the inside and crunchy on the outside. It’s like the Pisang Goreng Cheese with chocolate sauce (minus the cheese).
The Verdict
Overall, I actually recommend getting the Spicy Smoky Crunch. It’s not that spicy, it’s a spiciness that you can tolerate well (more like the BBQ or Hot & Spicy flavours of potato chips). I give it an 8/10.
Meanwhile, for the Banana Chocolate Balls, the smell enough is very tempting but I think I wouldn’t buy them again. It’s a good dessert if you just wanna give it a try. I’d give it a 5/10. But different people, different taste palettes, right?
Go and have a taste of your own at all KFC stores nationwide before the limited-time menu disappears.
The price of the Spicy Smoky Crunch starts from RM17.49 and comes in the following options: (1) 2-pcs Combo, (2) 3-pcs Combo, and (3) Box Meal. Meanwhile, you can get a 5-pcs Banana Chocolate Ball (RM7.99) à la carte or in a 6-pcs, 10-pcs, or 12-pcs Wow Bucket Combo.

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“We’ve Successfully Managed To Reduce R0 Value From 2.2 To 0.95” Says Health D-G. Here’s What That Means

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The nation has successfully managed to bring down the Covid-19 R0 value after just a little over two weeks of conditional movement control order (CMCO) implemented in several areas across the country.

According to Health director-general Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah who announced the news via Twitter, our Covid-19 R0 value at the beginning of the third wave was 2.2.
Today, the R0 value has reduced to just 0.95

Setelah lebih 2 minggu menjalani PKPB & imbangi kesihatan & ekonomi, tindakan & pengurusan Covid-19 membuahkan hasil iaitu kita dpt turunkan jangkitan Ro dr 2.2 pd awal gelombang ketiga kpd kurang dr 1.0 iaitu 0.95 pd hari ini. Jangkaan kes seharian adalah 950 tetapi hanya 659 pic.twitter.com/QytGxlKpI4— Noor Hisham Abdullah (@DGHisham) October 31, 2020

R0, pronounced R-naught, is a value calculated to provide information on the potential spread of a disease in a community. It represents the average number of people a single infected person can be expected to transmit the disease to.
Or more simply, it is the calculation of the average “spreadability” of an infectious disease.
R0 is important during an outbreak as it is used by public health authorities, like the Health Ministry, as a factor in their decision making to best control the outbreak.

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On top of the reduced R0 value, Dr Noor Hisham also highlighted that the nation is also doing quite well in regards to the number of daily new cases.
Based on the graph he attached with his tweet, the expected number of new daily cases in the country should be 950 when our R0 value is 0.95.
Yet, yesterday (30 Oct) the Health Ministry reported just 799 new cases.

The graph, titled SEIR (Susceptible-Exposed-Infectious-Removed) Model: Covid-19 Daily Observed and Forecast Cases Malaysia (1 Oct – 14 Nov), illustrates the forecasted number of new cases based on three R0 values.
The next obvious question would be what could the nation do to continue keeping the R0 value low. To this, Dr Noor Hisham simply replied saying that continued adherence to the MCO procedures would do the trick.

Continue to Adhere to RMCO— Noor Hisham Abdullah (@DGHisham) November 1, 2020

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MRCB To Restore And Refurbish Shah Alam Stadium For RM787 Million

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The Shah Alam Stadium, which has hosted many concerts and football matches, will get a long-needed facelift soon.

The Selangor government has appointed the Malaysian Resources Corporation Berhad (MRCB) to refurbish Shah Alam Stadium and its surrounding sporting facility for RM787 million.
Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari revealed that his administration had issued a letter of intent to MRCB after screening 15 other firms.
The restoration works will begin early next year and are expected to be completed by 2026.
The new stadium is inspired by the Ajax Amsterdam stadium (Johan Cruyff Arena). It will be able to seat some 60,000 to 70,000 spectators.Menteri Besar Amirudin Shari

According to Free Malaysia Today, the construction firm was selected for its technical ability and financial standing.
Previously, MRCB was also involved in the restoration of the Bukit Jalil National Stadium in 2017.
READ MORE: Bukit Jalil National Stadium To Undergo Thorough Structural Assessment, Says Youth And Sports Minister
The Shah Alam Stadium restoration project would be carried out through a private-public partnership with MRCB footing the cost and awarded a plot of land for development.

History of the Shah Alam Stadium
The 28-year-old stadium, which was opened in 1994 and cost RM400 million to build, was damaged by floods last year and in 2005 and 2015.
It was the biggest stadium in the nation until the completion of the National Stadium in 1998.
Stadium Shah Alam from above. The places for many of our memorable sporting moments and concerts 😉📷: kovzzz🗺: Stadium Shah Alam#malaysiatrulyasia #visitmalaysia2020 #stadiumshahalam #Selangor pic.twitter.com/mh7JDu4zpK— LokaLocal (@lokalocal) September 15, 2019
Over the years, the Shah Alam Stadium reported major structural defects. Among the complaints are the poor pitch, a leaky roof and rotting structures.
Based on a report by Malay Mail, the roof tiles of the stadium were also falling and making it dangerous for spectators.
The condition of the stadium was unsafe and has forced the Selangor Super League team to move their home matches to the MBPJ Stadium in Kelana Jaya from 2021, NST reported.

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[Watch] Firefighter Praised For Trying To Resuscitate Cat That Was Trapped In A Fire

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A fire fighter’s effort to save a cat in Miri, Sarawak has been applauded by netizens.

In a video shared by Jabatan Bomba dan Penyelamat Malaysia Negeri Sarawak, the firefighter PB Mohamad Ainli Akhbar could be seen trying to resuscitate the cat.
Based on the post’s caption, the cat was trapped in a burning building. Fortunately, its owner managed to rescue the cat.

After the cat was brought out, Mohamad Ainli quickly jumped into action and immediately tried to revive the cat via cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
There were moments when it seemed like the cat will pull through. Unfortunately, after 30 minutes of trying, the cat passed due to deep smoke inhalation.
While it was indeed a sad end, netizens believe Mohamad Ainli did what he could.
They praised and thanked him for his efforts. They also wished him all the best for his kind deed.

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Malaysia Freezing Foreign Worker Recruitment, Says Human Resource Minister

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Malaysia will not be taking any more new foreign workers in all sectors until the end of the year as employment opportunities will be given to locals, according to Human Resources Minister Datuk Seri M. Saravanan.
He said currently there are around 2 million foreign workers in the country
We will not allow (new) foreign workers until year-end. They (foreigners) can come as tourists, if they are allowed. We try to reduce foreign workers in the workforce besides giving priority to locals to secure jobs.Datuk Seri M. Saravanan via Bernama
Saravanan said his Ministry would evaluate the outcome of the move by the end of the year to see if it is effective in helping Malaysians to look for jobs.
He also said that those who are finding employment opportunities should not be choosy to help the country to reduce dependence on foreign workers.

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Covid-19 Mental Health Crisis: Health Ministry Records Over 37,000 Calls

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The Covid-19 pandemic has been found to have direct and indirect effects on our mental health. Even those who never catch the deadly virus have shown increased symptoms of anxiety and depression due to the effects of the pandemic.

In Malaysia, the mental health effects of Covid-19 can be seen through the number of calls made to national and state helplines set up by the Health Ministry at the Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre (CPRC).
In a written parliamentary reply yesterday, the Health Ministry revealed that from the beginning of the Covid-19 outbreak in Malaysia until 11 November 2020, these helplines received as many as 37,009 calls.
Most of the calls received, approximately 53.3%, were from individuals seeking psychological and emotional support (19,729 calls).
Sourced from Health Ministry’s parliamentary reply. (Credit: TRP)
Out of the total calls seeking mental health services, half of them (55.3%) were aged between 20 and 39 years old, while those aged between 40 and 59 years old made up 30.8% of the calls.
Besides that, individuals also called the helplines for information on Covid-19 (12.6%), to voice their need for donations or assistance (4.98%), over domestic issues (4.6%), and domestic violence (2.7%).
Out of the total number of callers, a majority happened to be female callers (52.1%), while only 47.9% were male.
Sourced from Health Ministry’s parliamentary reply. (Credit: TRP)
The Health Ministry also noted that female callers mainly called in to talk about issues relating to their emotions, such as the need for counselling and psychological support, as well as on issues involving the household and domestic violence.
On the other hand, male callers mostly discussed problems relating to their employers, to obtain information on Covid-19, and to seek aid.
For the operation of such call services, those on duty who handle it are composed of psychology counselling officers and medical experts trained in the mental health field.Ministry of Health Malaysia
The Health Ministry stated that the helplines were operated by those familiar with psychology, counselling, and mental health. It also involved the collaboration of several government agencies and non-governmental organisations such as MERCY Malaysia.

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Experts Call For Sensible Vape Regulation In Media Workshop

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As the popularity of vaping continues to rise, governments worldwide are grappling with how to regulate this relatively new industry.

In Malaysia, lawmakers are considering legislation regulating the sale and use of e-cigarettes and other vaping products.
Proponents of vaping argue that it is a healthier alternative to smoking.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), smoking is the leading cause of preventable death worldwide, responsible for over 8 million deaths annually.
Dr Colin Mendelsohn, an expert on smoking cessation and tobacco harm reduction, said vaping, on the other hand, is less harmful than smoking and can help smokers quit.
At a recent regional media workshop by Asia’s leading e-cigarette brand RELX, the Australian-based medical practitioner explained vaping and its effectiveness in quitting smoking.
One of the main issues discussed at the media workshop was the need for evidence-based regulation of vaping products. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
The Case for Evidence-Based Vape Regulation
Dr Colin, who has been helping smokers quit for over 30 years, pointed out that vaping involves heating a liquid (usually nicotine) into an inhaled vapour.

Unlike smoking, which involves burning tobacco and inhaling smoke, vaping does not produce tar or carbon monoxide, two of the most harmful substances in tobacco smoke.
Dr Colin Mendelsohn dispelling myths, provide evidence about vaping.
He has written a book, Stop Smoking, Start Vaping, which aims to dispel myths, provide evidence about vaping, and offer guidance on switching from smoking to vaping.
The book also explores the controversies surrounding vaping and provides case studies of former smokers who have successfully switched to vaping.
Journalists from various media outlets attended the workshop in Manila, featuring industry leaders’ presentations on tobacco harm reduction. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
Dr Mendelsohn discussed the need for sensible and evidence-based regulation of vaping products, citing the potential benefits of e-cigarettes as a harm-reduction tool for smokers who are unable or unwilling to quit smoking.
Studies have shown that vaping is less harmful than smoking and can help smokers quit.
He also noted that e-cigarettes were more effective than nicotine-replacement therapy (gum or patches) for smoking cessation.
Despite these benefits, vaping is not without risks.
The long-term health effects of vaping are still unclear, and there have been reports of serious lung injuries and deaths.
This is why legislation is so important.
Philippines RELX International Head of External Affairs, Patrick Dillon, talks about effective approaches to harm reduction through youth prevention and RELX’sGuardian Program. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
By regulating the sale and use of e-cigarettes and other vaping products, governments can ensure that these products are safe and not being marketed to children or non-smokers.
RELX Global Head of External Affairs, Eddie Chew, said the media workshop on the importance of vape regulation was a valuable opportunity for journalists to learn about the latest research and developments in tobacco harm reduction.

By promoting informed and evidence-based reporting on vaping, we can help ensure that consumers have access to accurate information about these products, and that sensible regulations are put in place to protect public health
RELX Global Head of External Affairs, Eddie Chew, on one of the main issues discussed at the media workshop.
Media practitioners from Malaysia, Indonesia and the Philippines visit a RELX store in Okada Manila. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
The workshop also featured a panel discussion, during which journalists could ask questions and dialogue with the experts.
They discussed various topics related to vaping, including concerns about youth vaping, the role of flavours in vaping products, and the potential health risks associated with long-term vaping.
The media workshop on the importance of vape regulation was an important opportunity to discuss some of the key issues related to vaping and tobacco harm reduction. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
Malaysia At A Crossroad
On 1 April, the Malaysian government exempted nicotine liquids and gels from the Poisons Act 1952, effectively legalizing vaping and allowing them to be sold on the open market and taxed.
Nevertheless, lawmakers are considering legislation that would ban the sale of e-cigarettes and other vaping products to minors, require health warnings on packaging, and restrict advertising and promotion of these products.
There is now a legal loophole where the government cannot control their sale to and consumption by youths and children.
The Control of Tobacco Products and Smoking Bill 2022 is expected to be tabled in Parliament, which aims to prohibit the sale and use of smoking products to individuals born from 2007.
The Health Ministry will present the Control of Tobacco Products and Smoking Bill 2022 in parliament next month to ensure comprehensive control over nicotine-laced products.#VapeNews #vape #vaping pic.twitter.com/8pUiNYRkw4— King Kong Vape Juice (@Kingkongvapeuk) April 1, 2023
Critics of vaping argue that it is still a form of nicotine addiction and should be discouraged altogether.
However, proponents argue that it is a safer alternative to smoking and can help smokers quit.
As the debate over vaping continues, it is clear that legislation is needed to ensure that these products are used safely and responsibly.
By regulating the sale and use of e-cigarettes and other vaping products, governments can help protect public health and reduce the harm caused by smoking.
Apabila kedai vape sendiri umpama cendawan tumbuh selepas hujan di seluruh Malaysia, maka tidak hairanlah golongan remaja mudah terjebak aktiviti tidak sihat ini.Youtube: https://t.co/K4CIQkVwiEFB : https://t.co/8m7fyB7JYY#vape #rokok #kesihatan #cukaivape #kkm #sinarharian pic.twitter.com/EJR3sCbtkp— SinarHarian (@SinarOnline) May 21, 2023
READ MORE: Vape Consumer Association Push For Regulation Instead Of Endgame Ban

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40,000 Years Of Human History Hidden in Sarawak’s Niah Cave

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Sarawak is known across the globe for its spectacular natural beauty and its deep-rooted cultural heritage. But did you know that the “Land of the Hornbills” is also famous for its archaeological and historical significance to human civilization?
That’s right! Believe it or not, the largest state in Malaysia is also home to one of the greatest archaeological finds in human history.
The Sarawak Ministry of Tourism, Arts, Culture, Youth and Sports recently announced plans to bring home more than 100 ancient human skeletal remains from the University of Florida, U.S. that were previously excavated from the Niah Great Cave in Miri.
These human skeletons have been dated to be around 40,000 years old and have been kept in the U.S for research purposes for more than 5 decades.
Now, Sarawak is excited to bring these ancient Malaysians home to be placed at the state’s newly completed Sarawak Museum Complex.
But what’s so special about these 40,000 year-old bones?
The Great Cave of wonders
(Credit: Sarawak Tourism)
Well to speak more about these ancient human remains, let’s touch a bit about where these preserved fossils were found; the Niah Great Cave complex.
Niah Caves is a massive cave system that sits within a limestone mountain called Gunung Subis located at the centre of Niah National Park.
Sunlight streaming in from openings above the cave.(Credit: Sarawak Tourism)
Apparently, the cave was first discovered by renowned British naturalist, Alfred Russel Wallace during his visit to Sarawak in 1855.
His research in Sarawak resulted in the publishing of works that placed Sarawak in the spotlight with his book entitled The Malay Archipelago and a research paper titled Sarawak Law.
Wallace’s work on the island amazingly provided support for the makings of the theory of evolution, formulated by another famed English naturalist, Charles Robert Darwin.
(Credit: Wikipedia)
The cave complex is separated into several sections, 21 to be exact, with 6 different openings, or “mouths” as they call them, leading into its large subterranean caverns.
The caves, though a bit eerie-looking, are abuzz with life both from current times and the days that have long passed.
The subterranean chambers are filled with small birds known as Swiftlets, that make their nest against the cavern walls, as well as bats that make the underground lair their home.
The birds’ nests, along with the bat droppings called “guano”, have been harvested and used for a multitude of purposes by locals even to this day.
Remnants of wooden huts inside Trader’s Cave, which is part of the larger Great Cave Complex. The area was used as a market place during bird nest collecting season many years ago.(Credit: Niah National Park)
But most importantly, the Great Cave provides monumental evidence of existing and long term human habitation in Borneo, where human remains, tools and other artefacts dating back to 40,000 BC were discovered.
In 2010, Niah Caves was nominated as a UNESCO World Heritage site but is still awaiting its official status.
Digging up the past
The first formal expedition to the caves was led by Tom Harrison, who was the curator of the Sarawak Museum back in the 1950s.
During the excavation mission which lasted from 1954 to 1967, Harrison’s team uncovered a substantial reservoir of archaeological artifacts and palaeontological fossils that date back between the late Pleistocene period to the late Holocene period.
Tom Harrisson’s excavation team at the West Mouth of Niah Cave.(Credit: NST)
Throughout the 13 year expedition, the team unearthed more than 200 pieces of human bones along with several stone and copper tools.
The team’s major discovery was the finding of 35,000-year-old skull fragments dubbed, the “Deep Skull”, and is credited to be one of the oldest anatomically modern humans, or Homo Sapien, found in Southeast Asia.
The Deep Skull fragments excavated by Harrison’s team.(Credit: The Conversation)
In the 1970s, another expedition led by Malaysian archaeologist, Professor Zuraina Majid uncovered more human remains, 11 pieces to be exact, which date back to the Iron Age.
Then in the 2000s, another expedition team from Cambridge University unearthed even more archaeological artefacts and bones from the caves and its surrounding areas believed to be more than 20,000 years old.
Palaeoanthropologist and archaeologist Darren Curnoe excavating the Great Cave in 2017.(Credit: The Conversation)
Over the years, archaeologists and researchers have dug up a treasure trove of ancient artifacts and remnants of the cave’s early inhabitants including a myriad of wall paintings, tools, pottery, traces of plants like fruits and nuts, animal bones, as well as wooden â€œboats coffins containing human remains.
Cave painting believed to depict the ancient burial rituals of the inhabitants of Niah Cave.(Credit: Malaysian Travels)
These amazing finds dating back to different periods of history not only provide proof of early human life in Borneo but show that these primitive human communities were not just dumb cavemen.
Illustration imagining the lives of ancient cave-dwelling humans.(Credit: Short History)
These early “Sarawakians” to put it one way, were sophisticated people with their own unique cultures and beliefs, able to exploit the vast rainforest to hunt, fish, and gather food, and even farm in order to survive and thrive.
It’s the makings of human history hidden deep in our land!

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Unique Ramadan bazaar treats you have to try

Ramadhan is not only the holy month for Muslims to fast and pray Terawikh, but also the time for all great foods to come together, such as…
1. Multi-flavoured tau foo fah

Normally when we buy tau foo fah, the aunty would ask us, â€œclear sugar or brown sugar?â€
Well not this time.

 Bean curd also can level up! (Pic Credit: Twitter)

At this stall, there are more than 5 types of flavours for your beloved tau foo fah!
📍 Bazaar Ramadhan Bandar Kinrara 5, Puchong (In front of Masjid Al-Ehsan).

Assalamualaikum everyone! My mom ada jual Soya Fresh and Tau fu fah bermacam2 perisa and MOST IMPORTANT only RM 1. 00!!🤩😍
📍Bazaar Ramadhan Bandar Kinrara 5, Puchong (depan masjid al-ehsan)
Mohon sebarkan supaya murah rezeki mama saya di bulan mulia ni🙏🙏✨✨@Ashril_92 pic.twitter.com/wbFhcgjKk7
— pcy (@afifahnorsham_) May 9, 2019

2. Nasi Lemak Mak Ko Ijo
Today on r/malaysia, a kakak selling green nasi lemak is spotted.

 Nasi Lemak Mak Ko Ijo from      malaysia

 Ironically Kakak is not wearing green.
Basically it is your upgraded nasi lemak, with pandan flavouring.
But who doesn’t love hot nasi lemak with fried chicken? Pic Credit: Facebook
Reddit readers recommend the one in Bukit Katil, Melaka (next to the police station).
But we Klang Valley peeps can go to:📍Puchongâ€™s Bazaar Ramadhan.

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 Dah tahu nak berbuka apa hari ni? Kalau belum jom singgah gerai Nasi Lemak Pandan by Chef Daddy di Bazaar Ramadhan Taman Wawasan, Puchong. Kalau singgah nanti jangn lupa say hi hi 👋🏻 pada bro Fahmi & bro Yazid ok 👌🏻😉 â€” #jompergibeli #jompergibazaar #nasilemakpandanbychefdaddy #nasilemakpandan #bazaarramadhan2019 #bazaarramadhanpuchong
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3. Mee Tonggek
For seafood lovers, this dish will drive you mad.

A stall in Putrajaya doesnâ€™t just serve your average mee goreng.
Instead, it’s basically the side dish for huge prawns and squids.
They are specially cooked with a mix of sauces that blend with the mee.
 Which is the accompaniment? The mee or the sotong?
📍 Gerai No. 93, Bawal Power Sempoi, Putrajaya Ramadhan Bazaar.

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 Mee Tonggek adalah mee wajib try apabila ke bazaar ramadan Putrajaya. Ia adalah mee paling lumayan dimana mee boleh disampingi dengan sotong dan juga udang galah. Semuanya dimasak panas-panas di gerai dengan sos sambal udang istimewa dan sos mee. Memang padu dan sempoi! Mee / Kuey Teow – RM3.50 Mee Sanggul: RM4 Sotong: RM10 ~ RM15 Udang Galah: RM16 ~ RM20 ã€Mee Tonggekã€‘ Gerai No. 93 Bawal Power Sempoi Putrajaya Ramadhan Bazaar . . #MeeTonggek #BazaarRamadhan #Putrajaya #BukaPuasa #StreetFood #Seafood #Sotong #Udang #Noodles #Squid
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4. Kuih peria
Pic Credit: Rasa
Unlike its namesake the bittergourd, this tastes sweet with sweet desiccated coconut filling that just melts in your mouth.
Meticulously steamed, this goodness is intricately made by hand in multiple colours for your eyes to feast on before your mouth gets its chance.
📍 7 worldwide, Shah Alam (near Unisel).

Edisi Ramadan!Anda malas nak ke bazaar? warga Shah Alam meh lah singgah ke gerai saya, di 7 worldwide, berdekatan Unisel. Ada pelbagai kuih muih dijual. insyaAllah berpuas hati. pic.twitter.com/h9c0CibLb7
— anisa (@anshslmt) May 8, 2019

5. Donuts

Who said cupcakes were the only ones with a variety of fillings?
We Malaysians now have doughnuts filled with Pecan Butterscotch, Red Velvet Cream Cheese and even Pandan Gula Melaka.
📍 Bazaar seksyen 2 Shah Alam

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 Harini Paklong ada sekali kat gerai 😍😍😍 Eh macam dah tambah meja je tu 😁😁😁 #bombolinizalynz #bombolinishahalam #bombolonishahalam #bazarramadhanseksyen2shahalam #bazarramadhan #bazarramadhanshahalam #shahalambakers #shahalamresidents
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An honorouble mention to Teluk Intan folks.
6. Bandung Tarik Lejen

We have heard of teh tarek, but in Teluk Intan, an uncle and his family sells rich milky Air Bandung.
What makes it even more special is the fact that it has the richness of coconut milk.
If this doesnâ€™t quench your thirst, then I wouldn’t know what would.

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 Ais Bandung Tarik kat bazar ramadan Teluk Intan 🥰 . Kredit @teroqa . #ramadantiba #ramadantiba #tibatibaramadan #tibatibaramadan #telukintan #bazar #param #teroqa
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These Zong Zi Come Wrapped In Special Lotus Leaf Shaped Like A Pillow

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Zong zi, also known as bak zhang, are popping up for sale around town already in time for the Dragon Boat Festival, which will fall on Friday, 3 June 2022.

These sticky rice dumplings are deliciously savoury meals packed with ingredients such as glutinous rice, pork belly, beans, chestnut, dried shrimp, salted egg yolk and wrapped with bamboo leaves. While the rice dumpling itself is truly delicious, its origin story is a lot darker and involves, of all things, suicide.
READ MORE: What Are Those Triangular Sticky Rice Things Wrapped In Leaves?
Most Chinese restaurants will have these traditional zong zi available for sale during the festive period, but Oversea Restaurant is adding a touch of modernity to this classic dumpling.
Lotus leaves, pillow shaped
The zong zi offered by Oversea Restaurant is wrapped in lotus leaves, which imparts a lovely fragrant aroma that is fantastic with savoury rice. (Yes, just like the Lotus Leaf Rice at the end of 10-course Chinese dinners.)
As lotus leaves are also softer than traditional bamboo leaves, these ones will come wrapped in a cute fat pillow shape instead of the traditional triangular shape instead.
The square pillow-shaped zong zi from Oversea Restaurant.(Credit: Oversea Restaurant)
However, not to worry, the taste and ingredients used in Oversea’s zong zi will still definitely hit the spot for that classic taste of bak zhang.
Jumbo size for sharing
Usually one zong zi is already rather filling on its own, but if you want something bigger and more impressive for sharing with your family, Oversea is also offering Jumbo Cantonese Style Rice Dumplings.
These big ones are nearly double the weight and size of the traditional ones, with the addition of premium ingredients such as mushroom and dried scallop.
The jumbo zong zi has lots of goodies just right for sharing.(Credit: Oversea Restaurant)
The Lotus Leaf Rice Dumpling starts at RM84 for 3 pieces (350-380g), while the Jumbo Cantonese Style Rice Dumpling goes for RM50 per piece (650-680g). Both are available for takeaway until 12 June 2022.

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MPs Sign Petition To Lower Fine For Not Wearing Face Masks From RM1,000

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78 lawmakers have signed a petition urging the government to lower the fine for breaking the mandatory mask-wearing rule, which currently stands at RM1,000.

What you need to know: A student cried on TV when he was fined RM1,000 for not wearing his mask properly at a train station, which tugged on the heartstrings of Malaysians. Many condoned the harsh punishment, especially since the fine will be a heavy burden to bear for those in lower income groups.
The members of parliament involved are suggesting lower the fine from RM1,000 to RM250. They noted that the RM1,000 fine was too heavy for the public especially during these trying economic times.
Who said what: Bandar Kuching MP Kelvin Yii said that the fine is meant to be educational, not punitive. Malaysians should not have to risk financial stability if they are fined. However, those who breach the no-mask rule openly and frequently should be given heavier punishments.
Read more:Several MPs start petition to reduce RM1,000 fine for not wearing face masks in public [The Star]Netizens Claim Malaysia’s Enforcement Of Mandatory Mask Rule Has Double Standards [TRP]

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Roti Canai Makers In High Demand; Skilled Workers In This Field Are So Tough To Find

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For most people, working as a roti canai maker may seem lowly.

However, the job can actually generate a lucrative income and be considered as a career.
Abang Terbang, a roti canai shop in Kuala Pilah, is testament to this.
Its owner Kamarul Rizal Kamarudin, 42, who is known Abang Terbang himself, has been ‘thriving’ in the field for the past 20 years.
Despite the lack of formal education, the father of three runs his own restaurant and employs nine workers.
Kamarul Rizal was quoted by Sinar Harian as saying that his roti canai business shows that one can have a high income without a bachelor’s degree.
People do not think much of those who make and sell roti canai like me. But in fact, it can go a long way and now roti canai makers are highly sought after by many eateries.Roti canai maker and business owner Kamarul Rizal Kamarudin on the prospects of the ‘profession’
Kamarul Rizal hard at work to serve his customers. (Credit: Sinar Harian)
A Young Learner
Kamarul Rizal started learning to make roti canai as early as 14 years old at a restaurant where he worked.
After school, I worked part -time in a restaurant as a waiter and dishwasher. There was a roti canai maker who offered to teach me.Roti canai maker and business owner Kamarul Rizal Kamarudin on how he started off
He was taught to make roti canai using a wet cloth to soften the hands.
Since then, Kamarul Rizal has been interested in deepening his knowledge of making roti canai more seriously.
After completing his Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM), he became an apprentice to a roti canai maker in Melaka for two months.
He then took a step further by working full time for an eatery at Tuanku Abdul Rahman Stadium in Paroi, Seremban.
Kamarul Rizal worked at more than 10 eateries before opening his own shop.
For me, making a good roti canai is not easy because it requires skills starting from the flour mixture to spreading the roti canai.Roti canai maker and business owner Kamarul Rizal Kamarudin on the challenges he faced.
More Than 500 Roti Canai Sold Daily
Kamarul Rizal said he can sell between 400 to 500 pieces of roti canai each day.
On weekdays, the orders can reach up to 700 pieces.
He said the numbers show that roti canai has become one of the popular breakfast options among people.
Usually people who want to eat roti canai go to mamak restaurants, but in fact many are looking for Malay-made roti canai.Roti canai maker and business owner Kamarul Rizal Kamarudin on the consumer trend
Therefore, he strongly encourages the younger generation to venture into the field which is now in high demand.
A roti canai maker in action. (Credit: Vkeong)
His testimonial vindicated Negeri Sembilan Youth and Sports Exco, Datuk Mohamad Taufek Abd Ghani.
Mohamad Taufek had drawn criticism when he proposed the creation of a special academy to teach the skills of making roti canai in Negeri Sembilan.
READ MORE: Mamak Bachelor’s Degree? Netizens Slam State Exco’s Proposal To Start A Roti Canai Academy
The exco later clarified that he only proposed a roti canai course, and not an academy.

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Need A Third Covid-19 Dose? Here’s How To Get The Booster Shot

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Now that it seems like the third vaccincation jab, or the booster shot, for Covid-19 is inevitable, it has naturally raised questions from concerned citizens.

The biggest question people are asking now is: how do you get it?
 2 doses and done
Most people assume that with 2 doses under their skin, they would be safe from Covid-19. However, with rising strains such as the Omicron, booster shots are quickly becoming neccessary.
Currently, the booster shots are considered optional, but it is recommended to get them.
For receipts of the Sinovac vaccine and all citizens above the age of 60, booster jabs must be taken before February 2022 or they will no longer be considered Fully Vaccinated.
READ MORE: Vaccine Booster Shot Is Now MANDATORY For Sinovac Recipients & Elderly
Hence, it is likely that the third dose will eventually become mandatory for the rest of the population as well.
Get jabbed with the third dose to keep your “Fully Vaccinated” freedom!
Are they free?
Previously, the two doses of vaccines were provided free for all Malaysians under the vaccination roll-out. Many simply had to wait for their appointment date.
Now, the boosters are the same, being provided free-of-charge to citizens through the booster roll-out programme. However, similarly, most of the rakyat will need to wait patiently for their turn by checking their MySejahtera app.
Those keen to get their boosters as soon as possible can also look for the closest PPV center here, where they can sign up to be the waiting list and be called in whenever there’s a free spot.
It is also advisable to reach out to members of your community and ask around for walk-in vaccine drives happening within your vicinity.
Many community centers are also being set up in shopping malls and the like to make it even easier for everyone to receive their boosters.
However, private booster jabs are now also available at private clinics or hospitals, so those who may urgently want a booster shot may do so by paying out of pocket.

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Penang Allows Congregational Prayers, But Is Limited To Only 3 People

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Penang has granted permission for congregational obligatory prayers in all mosques and suraus in the state, though limited to just 3 people – the imam, bilal and mosque officials only.
The Penang Islamic Religious Affairs Department (JHEAIPP) also added that tarawih and Aidilfitri prayers, as well as other activities such as sermons and tazkirah sessions are postponed for now.
As for Hari Raya Aidilfitri, all mosques and surau can broadcast the takbir by the mosque officials on duty, or to broadcast a recording from after the Isyak prayers until 9.30 p.m. on the night before Hari Raya.
Instructions regarding activities in mosques and surau will be issued in stages, but will be subject to the development in the Covid-19 situation and also the advice of the Ministry of Health.

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Customer Gets Blasted For Complaining TTDI Cafe Is Like “Selayang Market” & “Doesn’t Feel Safe” Because Of Foreign Workers

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A female patron to premium dessert shop Foo Foo in TTDI recently felt the need to express her discomfort at seeing the shop being manned by five foreign workers.

She compared the dessert shop to a “wholesale Selayang market” due to their hired staff, implying that hiring foreign workers degraded the shop’s ‘premium’ status, and cautioned other female patrons from visiting.
However, Malaysians soon caught wind and left scathing remarks of their own.
Calling out racism
Most netizens immediately pointed out her callous racism and the need to air it in public and on Foo Foo’s Facebook page itself.

Others defended the foreign workers, including the alleged owner, who steadfastly supported his workers.
In a now-deleted screenshot, he claimed that his workers are good people who communicate in Malay and English well, and have more than four years of experience working with the owners in creating and plating desserts.

However, most pointed out that the original poster was not alone in her thoughts, as racism against foreign workers is persistent and rampant among Malaysians.

Even more urged others to be thankful for foreign workers, who end up doing 3D (dirty, dangerous, and difficult) jobs that locals may not want to, keeping our economies running. After all, they are human too.

Read more: Tenaganita: Abuse Of Migrant Workers Widespread Problem In Malaysia
When calling out turns to cyberbullying
Unfortunately, due to her public post, netizens have gathered on multiple social media platforms to criticize her relentlessly, even naming her “Malaysian Karen”. (Karen is a pejorative term used to describe a woman perceived as entitled or demanding beyond the scope of what is appropriate or necessary.)

Her original posts and the owner’s response have since been deleted, but internet sleuths have discovered and made public her position of employment on the internet, leading to additional hate and complaints directed towards her place of employment.
Read more: Malaysia Might Make Cyberbullying Illegal Soon, But Are We Ready?
While racism is wrong and should be addressed, when does criticism become too much and turn into cyberbullying?TRP has reached out to Foo Foo for comments.

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Taco Bell Opens New Store In Cheras On Oct 29

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When Taco Bell announced their first store in Malaysia, many were rather disappointed to learn that it was in Cyberjaya, which is quite far for many to get to.

However, their second store will be opening much closer to the heart of Klang Valley: specifically in Bandar Sri Permaisuri, Cheras!
They will officially open their doors for the public on Friday, 29th October– just in time for the weekend!

The second outlet is specially designed for those who want a little privacy, although of course they still have ‘instagramable’ corners available.
If you want to take pictures of food with beautiful lights and backgrounds, you can.

Expect a pleasant selection of nachos, tacos, burritos, and a wide variety of dipping sauces too.
READ MORE: [Review] Ring-A-Ding-Ding! We Try Out Malaysia’s First Ever Taco Bell In Cyberjaya
Most of the food, especially the Loaded Nachos, are great for sharing, so this would be a nice place to bring your friends and family. That way, you can also order more items and try them all out!
Address
NO. 55-G & 55-1, Jalan Dwitasik 1, Dataran Dwitasik, Bandar Sri Permaisuri, 56000 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

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Study: Have an older brother? Then you talk dumb (and why elder sisters are the best)

In a surprising study, researchers came to the conclusion that a child with an elder brother is reported to have delayed language development.
Not only that, those with an elder sister have identical development as those with no elder sibling.
So, having an elder brother is worse, but having an older sister has no impact? Right…
Lets Chat Shall We Lets Talk GIF from Letschatshallwe GIFs

The scientists have some ideas that could explain these results.
1. Sisters don’t judge
Elder sisters may be more willing to talk to their younger siblings. Unlike brothers, they are less choosy about who they talk to and would compensate for their parents being less available.
2. Sisters aren’t competition
Elder sisters are less likely to compete with their younger siblings for their parents’ attention, which allows for the younger siblings to have time to pick up verbal development.
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Essentially, both hypotheses imply that older brothers hog their parents’ attention, which leads to younger siblings not having enough opportunities to improve their language development.
(To all the older brothers out there who get preferential treatment… you know it’s true, but also know that we love you anyway.)
Siblings Day Sibling GIF from Adventuretime GIFs

The researchers followed more than 1000 children in France since birth and tested them on their language skills at certain ages.
They are aiming to examine the impact of culture and geographical region on these results.


Malaysian Man Jailed In Singapore For Attempting To Smuggle In Puppies And Kitten

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We all love puppies and would do anything for them.

But, one man took it a step too far by attempting to smuggle a bunch of them into Singapore.
The island republic recently jailed a 36-year-old Malaysian man who tried to transport 26 puppies and a kitten into the country.
According to Singaporean officials, this act has been called ‘one of the most serious cases of animal smuggling to date’.
As reported by Channel News Asia, the man had smuggled the puppies and kitten in a lorry from Malaysia on Oct 18, 2022.
The National Parks Board (NParks) said in a statement that some animals were confined in laundry bags and stowed away in the vehicle’s overhead compartment.
Other animals were packed behind the driver and passenger seats in plastic containers.
One puppy was found dead on arrival, and laboratory tests detected the canine parvovirus in some of the remaining puppies.
18 subsequently died. Had these puppies gone into homes, canine parvovirus might have spread to other dogs in the community.National Parks Board (NParks)
Source: The National Parks Board (NParks)
What is Canine Parvovirus?
According to an article by Royal Canin — a French manufacturer of cat and dog food — canine parvovirus is highly contagious and is caused by an extremely resistant virus found in the external environment.
The virus causes severe gastroenteritis and often bleeding complications in dogs.
The article also added that if a female dog is infected during pregnancy, the virus will affect the foetuses as they develop.
The virus can’t replicate on its own, and as a result has to use other cells to help it multiply.
In young puppies, canine parvovirus will colonise the cells of the digestive tract because they renew themselves at a fast rate.
What Are The Symptoms Of Canine Parvovirus?
A puppy or dog with canine parvovirus will show a variety of different symptoms and as an owner, you should always look for these symptoms:
1. Fever
2. Lethargy
3. Diarrhoea (possibly bloody)
4. Vomiting
5. Dehydration
6. Severe weight loss
Consult a vet immediately if you suspect your dog has contracted the canine parvovirus.

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Woman gets stung by mysterious insect; Internet in stitches from her play-by-play

Most reactions to insect bites and stings are mild, causing not much more than some redness, itching, stinging or minor swelling. Itâ€™s rare that insect bites and stings can result in severe reactions unless you have an allergy to the sting.

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A Malaysian woman found this out the hard way when she got stung by an unknown insect recently. Even though it appears that she probably had a mild to severe reaction to the sting, fortunately sheâ€™s well and safe now.
She shared her story on Facebook and people couldnâ€™t help but giggle at her humorous rendition of the events that transpired.

Picture credit: Rambut Jelita/Facebook

â€œI donâ€™t mind if you guys laugh at me. Even I chuckled while looking at my reflection in the bathroom mirror.Two days ago, I had an incident with an insect. But, I have no idea what insect it was.I was enjoying my ride to work when I suddenly felt something land on the left side of my lip.The photo is mirrored, that’s why it looks like the right side of my face was affected.Read the story based on my caption for each photo okay.The conclusion is, next time I ride a motorcycle, I should wear a full visored helmet. Or maybe even a purdah.â€

 Picture credit: Rambut Jelita/Facebook

On June 26, Kak Idaa was riding her motorcycle on the way to the salon where she works. While she was enjoying her morning commute, she suddenly felt something land on her lip.
Upon arrival at the salon, the left side of her lip was slightly swollen. She didnâ€™t think much of it at first and proceeded to get to work and go about her day as usual.

 Picture credit: Rambut Jelita/Facebook

She presumably put her things down and started preparing to work. Several moments later, she went to the front of the salon to sweep and mop the floor when she realised that the swelling on her lip had gotten slightly worse.
She also noticed that she started feeling itchy in her armpits. She assumed the itch was due to the fact that she was sweating as she worked. However, she then noticed that her arms were starting to become itchy too.

 Picture credit: Rambut Jelita/Facebook

She continues working and notices that the swelling on her lip was getting worse while the itchiness was starting to become quite unbearable. At that point she started to consider going to see the doctor.

 Picture credit: Rambut Jelita/Facebook

Later that same day she finally goes to the clinic. At this point, it appears that her face has now broken out in hives.
Her lip is HUMONGOUS.
After seeing the doctor, she relays that she was sitting in the waiting room for her medication. She was feeling embarrassed at the state of her face. She was also uncomfortable because she was feeling a little nauseous from the jab the doctor just gave her and she was also still SO.VERY.ITCHY.
A random man at the clinic saw her and started telling her a story about the time when he got stung by a bee.
â€œI was already feeling so dizzy, and the man insisted on repeating his story to me three times. I felt like sellotaping his mouth shut. But I guess it was fine, at least there was some entertainment during this very stressful moment.â€

 Picture credit: Rambut Jelita/Facebook

On the way home, her eyelids started to join her lips in the swelling competition.
She says she was feeling very stressed in this photo because her brother was teasing her about her lip, saying she was gonna look like that for the rest of her life.

 Picture credit: Rambut Jelita/Facebook

The following day, Kak Idaa decided to don a purdah during her trip to the pharmacy as there were no masks at home. We get ya, girl. We wouldnâ€™t want to leave the house “bare-faced” either!

 Picture credit: Rambut Jelita/Facebook

Later that same day, most of the swelling had gone down. Kak Idaa still had a little puffiness on the left side of her face. But, by now it was barely noticeable.

 Picture credit: Rambut Jelita/Facebook

By the following day, Kak Idaa was all better!

Fortunately for Kak Idaa, her reaction to the sting was not life threatening.
FYI, if you guys ever get stung by an insect, here’s what you can do to treat it.
For mild reactions
To take care of an insect bite or sting that causes a mild reaction:

Move to a safe area to avoid more bites or stings.
If needed, remove the stinger.
Wash the area with soap and water.
Apply a cool compress. Use a cloth dampened with cold water or filled with ice. This helps reduce pain and swelling. If the injury is on an arm or leg, elevate it.
Apply 0.5 or 1 percent hydrocortisone cream, calamine lotion or a baking soda paste to the bite or sting several times daily until your symptoms go away.
Take an antihistamine (Zyrtec) to reduce itching.

Usually, the signs and symptoms of a bite or sting disappear in a day or two. If you’re concerned â€” even if your reaction is minor â€” call your doctor.
When to seek emergency care
Call 999 if the injured person experiences:

Difficulty breathing
Swelling of the lips, eyelids or throat
Dizziness, faintness or confusion
Rapid heartbeat
Hives
Nausea, cramps or vomiting
A scorpion sting and is a child

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3 PJ Church Members Test Positive For COVID-19

One of the largest churches in Malaysia has reported their first confirmed case of COVID-19.
Three members of the Damansara Utama Methodist Church (DUMC) has tested positive for COVID-19.
They were part of the same cluster that was at a cell group meeting on 6 March in Bangsar, KL.
All members of the cell groups are now under self-quarantine and are monitoring themselves for symptoms as well as arranging for COVID-19 testing.
They are also assisting the MOH’s effort in contact tracing those who might have come into contact with the affected.
DUMC is located in Seksyen 13 PJ with about 5,000 worshippers weekly and over 300 study groups (aka “cell groups”).

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[Watch] Man Who Hit Female Driver’s Head In Rage Arrested In Serdang

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A 29-year-old man who hit a woman’s head was arrested in Serdang, Selangor, on 6 June.

In the viral video, the suspect wearing a red shirt exited his Proton Persona and knocked on the woman’s car window.
He claimed she drove dangerously and was “playing with people’s lives.” When the woman claimed she overtook on the dotted line, he hit her head in anger for talking back.
The man also threatened to beat up her 17-year-old brother who was sitting on the front passenger side.
The incident is believed to have taken place while both cars were travelling from Cameron Highlands towards Tapah, Perak.
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According to the police statement, the 24-year-old victim lodged a police report at Saujana Utama police station in Sungai Buloh, Selangor.
Investigations revealed that the man’s car was registered under a woman’s name with an address at Tanjong Karang, Selangor.
The suspect, a factory supervisor, was traced to Serdang, Selangor, and arrested.
Police said the suspect will be brought to IPD Tapah for further investigation. The case will be investigated under Section 323, Section 506 and Section 509 of the Penal Code.
The viral video garnered criticism from netizens. While they understood that the woman might have driven dangerously, they agreed what the man did next was wrong.
Netizens said the man should have calmly told her off or advised her, but he shouldn’t have raised his hand to hit her.
He can tell her nicely what she did is wrong (if the girl really intended to overtake), that’s how gentleman should talk, but no matter what he cannot touch her like that. Not even slap, not even an inch he could touch. Girl, please report!— R (@hafeezpen) June 6, 2023
Kalau perempuan tu salah cukup kau dah maki dia, jangan sentuh dia dah. Tak kesah la kau geram sekali pon. Once kau sentuh memang kau silap. Kalau dia bawak macam sial sekali pon kau record ke apa ke as bukti. Ni kau turun dah babi babi maki hamun siap ugut. Silap besar dah situ.— 🕊 (@Officialwaniie) June 6, 2023
main tunjal dahi mcm dia pulak yang bayar zakat untuk perempuan tu. kalau betul dia salah tegur sudah lah. jenis suka hati naik tangan kat orang ni elok perempuan tu saman je lah. ke dalam nanti tanya la kat polis, kenal ke tak. tengok siapa yang kene tunjal nanti.— THALOL (@nrhnsharol) June 6, 2023

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