Last minute Raya hacks that are actually useful

Ramadhan is almost rama-DONE. The house is a mess, you don’t have cookies and your outfit’s not ready.
Chill, we’re here to the rescue with some last minute Raya hacks that you may (or may not) find useful.
Instant Raya cookies
Somehow managed to go through the entire Ramadhan without buying
a jar of cookies?
Or you plowed through your entire stash right before the open house?

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Well, hereâ€™s a sneaky little tip. Just buy your favourite biscuits from the supermarket and put them in a pretty jar.
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Throw in some lace between layers to make it believable and
finish it with a bow.
No one will knowâ€¦

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Say yes to the Raya dress
You donâ€™t want to spend a bomb on a whole new outfit or simply have enough clothes in your wardrobe?
No worries, just glam up for Raya by jazzing up your outfit with some statement pieces. A dope brooch, chunky bangles, a pretty kerongsang or a gorgeous batik shawl.
Like this…

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Or this..

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You could also mix and match pieces you already have in your wardrobe. Pair a neutral top with a bright kain or vice versa. Mix patterns. You get the idea.

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The easiest alternative, though, is to do a clothes swap with your bestie. Your extended family wonâ€™t judge you for skimping out and you have something new for your Instagram. Itâ€™s win-win.
In case you need to du-it now

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Hereâ€™s one for those who forgot/donâ€™t have/ ran out of small
change for the Raya packets.
Listen carefully, because we can only say this once. *ehem*
Parking machines
Yes, you read that right. Go to a mall nearby, give yourself an hour to do some last-minute shopping, then pay your parking fee with your large notes.
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The best part is the money returned is always nice and flat so people will think you actually went to a bank and changed the money just specially for the duit packets.
Note of caution though, make sure the machines return change in notes and not coins. Otherwise you just might be jiggling around with money bags like the Monopoly man.
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Pack it up
Letâ€™s say by some miracle you didnâ€™t get the hundreds of Raya packets the bank/shopping mall/credit card/uncle/ neighbour/ neighbourâ€™s uncle/neigbourâ€™s uncleâ€™s neighbour were giving out.
Not a problem, just print out the Raya packets yourself lah. Pinterest has a couple of cool designs that you could use.

Pro tip: Customise the packet by adding your name and people will get the impression that you really put some thought into it.
Fake it â€˜till you make it
This is one for the ladies who didnâ€™t have enough time to put on your make up for the annual Raya OOTD and selfies.
Slap on a couple of filters and youâ€™re done. Actually, youâ€™re not only done, youâ€™re airbrushed to PERFECTION.
You could even look like her…

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 feelin myself! 😛 . #eidmubarak #eidselfie
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or her…

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Be a masterchef
Hereâ€™s another sneaky tip if youâ€™re not much of a chef but
want to impress guests with minimal cooking time.
DIY your own Ayam Rendang Crispy.

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Buy fried chicken from your restaurant of choice, packet rendang from the store and throw it in a pot. Et Voila, a praise-worthy dish thatâ€™s tasty and youâ€™ll get a few laughs out of it as well!

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Spark Joy in your home
Problem : Open house tomorrow, the houseâ€™s a mess, you donâ€™t have decorations.
Solution : Clean only the main area, lock the extra junk in your room, throw decorative cloths all over the place.

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Bonus tip: reposition furniture for a quick new look. Use
batik as curtains and curtains as sofa covers.

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We love throwing cloth all around because it looks pretty, yes. But more importantly, it hides the bits that you didnâ€™t clean plus protects your furniture from grubby hands and food stains.
Or take it elsewehere
Yeah, if you canâ€™t be bothered to go through the trouble of
preparing your place for an open house, just get a nice looking Air B&B and
host it there instead.
Just choose a super fancy looking place and you donâ€™t even
need to do much decorating.
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Another perk is that you get visitors who are actually invited and not some random gate-crasher.

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Here you go, guys. Precious secrets from The Raya Post team. Use it wisely and let us know how it goes!


Mother Forced To Eat Canned Sardines With Worms Due to Financial Constraints

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A mother in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia, was forced to feed her family canned sardines that were infested with worms due to financial constraints.

In a TikTok posting uploaded by user @Chef Tido, the mother complained that many nematodes in the canned sardines were poured out, making her feel sick.
The mother claimed she relied on tinned sardines to feed her family while waiting to be paid but was unlucky to buy a tin infested with worms.
Since there were no extra ingredients, she had to scoop up the raw worms and serve them to her family.

I still want to live on canned sardines until the day I get paid, but I don’t know that they are full of worms, so much that I can’t pick them up one by one.
The victim lamenting that it was the end of the month, and she can only afford canned sardines.
According to mStar, when the victim was cooking canned sardines, she was surprised that “little things” were wriggling in the pot.
After a closer look, she was shocked to find they were worms.
Reminder To Check Canned Food Before Cooking
The video has sparked discussions among netizens who have shared similar experiences.
Some have expressed fear of canned sardines due to the presence of nematodes.
This incident highlights the importance of food safety and hygiene, especially for those who rely on affordable canned food due to financial constraints.
Consumers are urged to check all canned food before consuming them and report any issues to the relevant authorities.
Meanwhile, some said sardines are by no means cheap; hence the more affordable ones are more prone to worm contamination due to poor quality.
Dari mana tah datang stereotype orang miskin anak ramai ni. Lagi satu stereotype sardin dalam tin tu makanan B40, harga murah. lol memang la ada yang murah tapi jenis bila-bila masa boleh kena recalled sebab ada cacing dalam tu lol.— Sic (@sicfallacy) May 21, 2023
Not The First Time
In 2018, the authorities found several canned sardine brands that contained nematode worms.
The Ministry of Health took action and ordered the companies involved to withdraw the product from the market.
Additionally, the products were subjected to Hold, Test and Release measures against importing canned fish products at all country entry points.
The action was taken to ensure the safety of imported products in the market.
The process involves taking samples of the products, testing them for safety and then releasing them into the market only if they are proven safe for consumption or use.
6 lagi jenama sardin mengandungi cacing pic.twitter.com/2dRGZVZ9eX— SinarHarian (@SinarOnline) June 29, 2018
The ministry added that it would inspect all production factories for locally produced canned fish products.
Then Director-General of Health, Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah, stated that the health risk for consumers of canned fish products is very low because the worms involved are already dead due to the cooking or canning process.

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Dr Adham Reminds M’sians That Covid-19 Fight Not Over Yet

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Just because Malaysia is in its recovery movement control order (RMCO) phase, this does not mean that we can let our guard down. The Health Ministry says it is up to the public to ensure that we don’t face another wave of Covid-19 infections.
All we have to do is adhere to the set standard operating procedures (SOP), including wearing a mask in public, regularly washing or disinfecting our hands and practising social distancing.
While most of the country has been categorised as green zones with no active cases, Selangor yesterday recorded double-digit active cases again after four new imported cases were reported.
This brings the latest tally of active cases in Selangor to 10, with six being local cases.
Pergerakan 14 hari taburan kes covid-19 mengikut daerah pic.twitter.com/YOvY5xWjDg— KKMPutrajaya (@KKMPutrajaya) July 9, 2020
Sultan of Selangor has expressed concern about what he considers to be violations of health SOPs.
The Sultan himself had witnessed the public ignoring guidelines by not wearing face masks and failing to social distance, saying he was worried that if the public ignored these “new normal” practices, a second wave of infections would be impending.
The Sultan’s sentiment was echoed by Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Adham Baba who said that the time has come for the people to shoulder the responsibility of being “frontliners” in the fight against Covid-19.
Personnel of the Health Ministry (MOH), National Security Council, police, Rela, army and several other agencies which have been in the frontline of the battle can now divert (part of) this responsibility to the people.Datuk Seri Dr Adham Baba via Malay Mail
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According to Dr Adham, this meant that the people had to take greater responsibility on their own actions to ensure Malaysia can be declared free of Covid-19 according to the six criteria set by the World Health Organisation.
He mentioned that the reopening of schools on 15 July will be a big test in the fight against the contagious virus, highlighting that a Covid-19 school cluster is the last thing we want.
The people need to fully abide by the standard operating procedure (SOP) set under the new normal so that we can return to our normal way of life.Datuk Seri Dr Adham Baba via Malay Mail
Besides Selangor, only two other states record double-digit Covid-19 active cases, they are Negeri Sembilan (11 cases) and Sabah (10 cases). Meanwhile, Perak, Penang, Kedah, Perlis, Pahang, Melaka, Terengganu, Sarawak and Kelantan are categorised as green states with no active cases.

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MERCY Malaysia Launches New Hotline To Help Lonely Malaysians

As the movement control order (MCO) is extended to two more weeks, Malaysians are expected to stay indoors until the MCO ends with healthcare and government officials working together to break the COVID-19 infection chain.
Although many might take this opportunity to spend more quality time with their family or loved ones, some are not so lucky as the extension means they are forced to stay in isolation for longer.
Isolation and loneliness is a serious issue as the American Psychological Institution said the magnitude of risk by social isolation is very similar to that of obesity, smoking, lack of access to care and physical inactivity.
To help Malaysians cope, MERCY Malaysia in partnership with the Crisis Preparedness & Response Centre (CPRC) launched a hotline for Malaysians who want someone to talk to.
If you feel isolated, you can contact their hotline 03-2935 9935.
It’s available 7 days a week from 8 am to 5 pm.
Covid-19 Response: In partnership with the Ministry of Health and Crisis Preparedness & Response Centre (CPRC), we are pleased to launch a HOTLINE to help people who need someone to speak to. Call and speak to us. You are not alone. pic.twitter.com/GzntkRo71A— MERCY Malaysia (@MERCYMalaysia) March 25, 2020

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More Malaysians Have Been Cooking At Home During RMCO

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From grabbing a quick breakfast at your favourite Nasi Lemak stall, to dining in at a fancy restaurant with your Bangsar Bubble buddies, it’s a well-established fact that Malaysians are very, VERY fond of food.
However, the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic has forced some Malaysians to forgo their usual food hunting grounds in favor of the “new normal”.
According to a survey conducted by marketing research firm, Vase.ai, since the start of the Recovery Movement Control Order (RMCO) period, many Malaysians prefer a good home cooked meal, despite having the freedom to eat out or dine in at restaurants.
The study shows that 85% of Malaysians are still preferring to cook at home with 63% of them preparing meals more than 5 times a week.
Consumer dining behavior during RMCO.(Vase.ai)
Furthermore, the polls revealed that Malaysians have really been sweating it out in the kitchen with 72% of people choosing to create elaborate meals that take a while to cook, while another 47% prefer to make easy-cooked meals that take no more than 15 minutes to prepare. The other 30% apparently have no qualms with enjoying quick and instant meals like instant noodles and canned food.
Moreover, the study stated that 45% of Maysians are still uncomfortable being in crowded public spaces with 32% of them simply afraid to be outdoors.
Malaysian anxieties during RMCO.(Vase.ai)
However, the data does indicate that Malaysians are slowly poking their head out of isolation in search for better feeding grounds by going out to eat, ordering in food to be delivered, or by getting pre-packaged food to-go.
Survey results show that 12% of Malaysians are now eating out at restaurants and are being really cautious about it by preferring to eat at open-air restaurants that are not too crowded, and have changed their habits to include rigorous hygiene and social distancing practices.
Malaysian habits while dining in at restaurants.(Vase.ai)
Meanwhile, 98% of Malaysians say that they have been regularly using food delivery apps and services for their meals and are opting for cashless and contactless deliveries over hygiene concerns.
For those preferring to tapau, 69% prefer to order from shops they’re familiar with while 33% only choose to get packed food from fast-food joints.
Well, whatever our eating habits might be during the ongoing pandemic, it’s best to always be cautious and abide by Covid-19 guidelines at all times.
To find out more details on the survey, visit Vase.ai, HERE.

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How Are Malaysians Getting Their Daily Meals During The RMCO Period? [Data]
Survey: Most Malaysians are home cooks now, but have started eating out in RMCO


CNY Reunions OK, But No Open Houses, Says MKN

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As Chinese New Year draws closer, new SOPs have been greenlit to allow celebrations on a smaller scale this year.

The National Security Council announced that Chinese New Year family reunions and small gatherings at home are allowed this year. Banquets will also be allowed, but on an invite-only basis.
According to Minister Datuk Halimah Mohamed Sadique, this year’s SOP will not be limited to friends and family only within 10km radius, unlike last year.
READ MORE: CNY SOP Revised After Backlash, Reunion Dinner Now Allowed With Max 15 Family Members
However, while it is not mentioned how many pax are allowed in a home, he also mentioned that such gatherings are usually attended only by very close family and friends.
Lion dances are part and parcel of CNY celebrations.
Additionally, Pai Ti Kong and Chap Goh Meh celebrations (on the 9th and 15th day of the Lunar New Year respectively) will also be allowed at places of worship. Festivities such as traditional lion dances or performances will also be allowed in accordance with existing SOPs.

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Robert Downey Jr wants to save the world with technology like a real-life Iron Man

Perhaps the actor Robert Downey Jr is, like all of us, inspired by his portrayal of fictional Marvel character Iron Man as well.

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Recently, Downey Jr. has claimed that robotics and nanotechnology could clean up the planet significantly, if not totally, in just 10 years. He announced the launch of a new organisation called The Footprint Coalition to do just that.
The Footprint Coalition is committed to use advanced technology for the good of the environment, expected to launch in April 2020. Currently, their website is only featuring a newsletter sign up sheet.

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Downey Jr. also says that his own lifestyle inspired him to take action. “I’m a one-man carbon footprint nightmare colossus.” he admits.
He certainly would have quite a carbon footprint as a high profile jet-setting actor. The carbon footprint left by just a round-trip flight less than 10 hours long is around four metric tons of CO2: about the same as what 80 Tanzanian residents produce in a year.

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For Downey Jr, flying around the globe is simply a part of his job. It’s no wonder that he, like many others, have a quiet sense of crisis regarding the Earth and the environment.
Most people may stop at the implicit understanding of how damaging a glamorous lifestyle is, but Robert Downey Jr. is stepping up to Do Something About It in true Tony Stark style.
We’re still not entirely clear about how this new advanced technology will be used, but we’re definitely keeping an eye out for any good news from the Footprint Coalition.
One thing’s for sure- Robert Downey Jr’s a superhero in real life too.

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Would You Wait 12 Months For Honda’s New 2022 HR-V? Malaysians Say YES!

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Honda just launched the new 2022 HR-V or the ‘Hip & Smart Runabout Vehicle’ in Malaysia. The compact SUV comes with an updated look and some extra conveniences.

Honda Malaysia Managing Director and CEO Hironobu Yoshimura said that the car gathered positive reviews from the media and an overwhelming response from the public.
I am pleased to inform you that the All-New HR-V has received more than 20,000 bookings.  With the high demand for this new model, we would like to update that the waiting period for the All-New HR-V is 12 months, depending on the availability of selected variants.Honda Malaysia Managing Director and CEO Hironobu Yoshimura
The updated looks
The front of the Honda HR-V is dominated by a new sporty front grille while the rear features an elevated bold design with LED Taillight Strip.
To complete the 2022 HR-V look, there’s the Front LED Sequential Turn Signals, Full LED Headlights with Daytime Running Lights (DRL), Front LED Fog Lights, and 18-inch Sporty Alloy Wheels.
The powertrain
The All-New HR-V introduces 3 powertrains for customers to choose from:
1.5L e:HEV system with 2-motors (RS). 1.5L VTEC Turbocharged Engine (RS, V & E variants).1.5L DOHC i-VTEC (S Variant).
The extra conveniences
The RS variant now features leather upholstery, Sports Pedals, Dual Zone Auto Air Conditioning and Deceleration Selector Paddle.
The RS, V and E variants feature a 7-inch Interactive TFT Meter Cluster and 8-inch Display Audio with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Connectivity.
Honda has also introduced the Air Diffusion System in the All-New HR-V for better cooling circulation for all passengers. An additional standard feature in this new model is rear air conditioning ventilation.
Other new features include the Remote Engine Start and Walk Away Auto Lock. Drivers of the All-New HR-V will also find the Hill Descent Control (HDC) feature — automatically maintains at a set low speed, allowing the driver to concentrate on the steering when descending a steep hill.
All-New HR-V RS variant also features the Hands-Free Power Tailgate with Walkaway Close function — where the tailgate will close automatically when the driver moves away from the vehicle after the ‘Walkaway Close Switch’ is switched ON.
The safety features
The 2022 HR-V comes equipped with a full set of advanced safety technologies including Honda LaneWatch and Honda SENSING. As an added value in protection for Honda customers, Honda SENSING is made standard across all variants of the All-New HR-V.
The Honda SENSING suite of advanced driver assistance safety systems includes:
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS)Lane Keep Assist System (LKAS)Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)Lane Departure Warning (LDW)Auto High Beam (AHB)Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)Low-Speed Follow (LSF)Lead Car Departure Notification (LCDN)Additionally, Honda CONNECT with smart Telematics Technology ensures Safety, Security, and Convenience.
Additionally, Honda CONNECT with smart Telematics Technology ensures Safety, Security, and Convenience.
All-New HR-V will be offered in five colours, Ignite Red Metallic, Meteoroid Gray Metallic, Platinum White Pearl, Lunar Silver Metallic and Ruse Black Metallic.
The All-New HR-V prices are as follows:
VariantOn-The-Road Price Without Insurance (RM)1.5L e: HEV RSRM140,800.001.5T VRM134,800.001.5T ERM129,800.001.5L SRM114,800.00
With the launch of this exciting new model, Honda Malaysia targets to sell 1,600 units per month.
The All-New HR-V is aimed at young urban families, professionals and anyone who is looking for a stylish vehicle with advanced features that fits their daily lifestyle.

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Oat Milk The New Standard For All Milk-Based Beverages

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Oat milk is healthy and good for you.

It’s high in protein and contains many other nutrients.
Oat milk promotes a healthy digestive system and is packed full of fibre and plant-based protein.
The benefits of oat milk include preventing anaemia, strengthening bones, boosting the immune system, and lowering cholesterol.
Oat milk is also suitable for a healthy diet because it has only one per cent fat and a lot of fibre, which fills you up and stimulates digestion.
Oat milk: nutrition facts and health benefitshttps://t.co/lcBOxuiPgPA complete guide to oat milk nutrition and how this plant-based drink stacks up against other milk alternatives— Reiner Grißhammer (@erlesen) May 27, 2022
Why Has Oat Milk Become So Popular Recently?
Consumers say they choose to eat more plant-based foods for various reasons.
They include improving their overall health, managing weight, and desiring to eat “clean” and eat more sustainably.
At La Juiceria Superfoods, consumers can now savour 100% plant-based oat milk by Oatside, the first “full-stack” oat milk brand from Singapore.
Oatside is part of La Juiceria’s continued effort to encourage customers to join the plant-based movement.
You know eating a plant based diet is healthier…but are you still struggling? This might help https://t.co/LI29QGW7lO— Plant Based Nutrition Movement (@ChicagoPlantEat) September 23, 2022
La Juiceria managing director Kong Len Win said Oatside lends a beautiful malty flavour to its range of beverages with a smoother and creamier texture.
Being healthy shouldn’t come at an exorbitant cost; at La Juiceria we do our best to provide our customers with the best ingredients without compromising quality or at any additional cost as a healthy nation is a happy nation.La Juiceria managing Director Kong Len Win on the partnership with Oatside.
La Juiceria marketing manager Summer Ng leading a toast during the launch of Oatside’s new flavours at Nadi Bangsar. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
Green Drinks
Not only is oat milk a more delicious and sustainable alternative to dairy, but the production of oat milk also requires 90% less land and water.
The production of oat milk also produces 70% fewer emissions as compared to cow’s milk making it better for the environment.
A guest takes a sip of Oatside’s new flavours during its launch in Nadi Bangsar. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
Jessie Chuah, country manager for Oatside Malaysia, applaud La Juiceria’s innovative efforts.
It would provide better tasting options for the health-conscious consumer that is big on flavour and good for people and the planet.
Oat milk drink Oatside tastes like Horlicks, Ovaltine and Milo – and the brand’s founder is counting on that familiarity for Asians to overtake giants like Oatly https://t.co/Ob3rN7vwZt— South China Morning Post (@SCMPNews) September 20, 2022
The announcement comes with the launch of three new flavours, packed in recyclable plastic bottles.
First up is Viet-Me-Up, a coffee lovers dream with Super Saigon Vietnamese coffee, Oatside Barista Blend Oat Milk and maple syrup to increase metabolism and boost energy.
Golden Elixir is a refreshing concoction of turmeric, cinnamon, Oatside Barista Blend Oat Milk and Maple Syrup for anti-inflammatory properties and bright, glowy skin from within.
Houji-Licious is made with roasted Niko Neko Tsubaki Hojicha, Oatside Barista Blend Oat Milk and Maple Syruprich in antioxidants and even better for the heart.
Oatside’s new flavours come in recyclable plastic bottles. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
La Juiceria also runs a Recycle Campaign, which falls every weekend at selected LaJuiceria Superfoods Cafes.
With every 30 plastic bottles recycled, customers will be rewarded with free cold-pressed juice.
Customers can sign up via the La Juiceria loyalty app to redeem their rewards.

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1 Killed And 1 Seriously Injured After Ferris Wheel Tragedy At Cheras Fun Fair

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A man has died and another seriously injured after an incident involving a Ferris wheel at a funfair in Cheras.

The 39-year old man was confirmed dead at the scene after falling off the amusement ride, while the other victim in their 30s was taken to Kajang Hospital for treatment.
The incident, which happened at a funfair said to be near a shopping mall in Cheras, was reported at 12:15 am on Thursday (11 November).
Kajang police deputy chief Supt Mohd Sabri Abdullah said the police were still investigating to determine the cause of the incident and whether there was negligence on the part of the funfair owner or the victims themselves.
Netizen claims Ferris wheel had no proper safety measures
Twitter user @__nhmz posted a screengrab on her Twitter of a person who was allegedly at the funfair around the time the incident happened.

In the image that was shared, the original poster wrote that she did not intend to incite fear but if anyone was thinking of going to the funfair, to avoid riding the Ferris wheel.
 “Those pods have no proper safety measures (open, no metal gate, unstable).”
The original poster then wrote she purportedly saw a “bloody dead body” in front of her eyes.
Apparently, two people had fallen from one of the pods leaving one dead and one badly injured.
She then says she doesn’t know what happened or whose fault it was, but it was “really tragic and traumatizing”.
Police say the initial investigations found no criminal element and the case has been classified as sudden death.

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Gurdwara Sahib Sends Aid To Orang Asli Community In Selangor & Pahang Trapped By Floods

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Volunteers from the Gurdwara Sahib Petaling Jaya (GSPJ) Sikh temple, together with their counterparts from Bentong (GS Bentong) travelled hundreds of kilometres, through floods, forests and plantations, to deliver aid and supplies to the Orang Asli communities in Pahang and Selangor.

Videos and images shared by GSPJ and the volunteers themselves over the New Year’s weekend saw a convoy of six to seven vehicles braving the flooded backroads heading towards Kampung Orang Asli Merbau in Maran, in the pouring rain, and managed to successfully send dry rations and other essential items to around 70 families who were more or less, trapped there.
Was glad to help the native malaysians today in our mission to supply food before the road to their village submerged under water again which will cut off their access to town. #DaruratBanjir #maran #pahang #dhangurunanak @gurdwarasahibpj @pargatt_ pic.twitter.com/wnEscpoKUx— Amarraj Singh (@SardarAmarraj) January 2, 2022
The team of volunteers took about two hours in efforts to reach the village from Bentong, however, their journey was cut short when the convoy couldn’t go any further due to the floodwaters.
2.1.2022 From MARAN, PAHANG, Perkampungan Orang Asli@SardarAmarraj @SikhInside @tashny pic.twitter.com/82jAlwcze4— Gurdwara Sahib Petaling Jaya (@gurdwarasahibpj) January 2, 2022
Fortunately, with the help of the villagers themselves, the team was able to complete the final stretch of their supply run by boat.
“It was a very challenging experience because we had to cross the Pahang River and drive next to the Pahang River for approximately 10 to 20km, deep into the village,” said the narrator in the video, sharing anecdotes of their journey and how they were able to send supplies and made it back safe to Bentong within 24 hours.
2.1.22| Volunteers of GSPJ & GS Bentong has travelled to Kg Orang Asli Merbau, Maran Pahang, dry rations & other essentials items was given and they transported it via boats to the houses and villages further. @SardarAmarraj @pargatt_ @SikhInside @tashny pic.twitter.com/VOWIogVase— Gurdwara Sahib Petaling Jaya (@gurdwarasahibpj) January 2, 2022
Meanwhile, another team of volunteers managed to send relief aid to the villagers at Kampung Sementeh and Kampung Sungai Leleh in Lancang.
Images shared by the team saw them handing out bags of supplies to villagers while sharing snapshots of the humble village life there.
2.1.2022 | This team of volunteers lead by Navjeet Singh @nav7eet & Sarabmeet Singh @sarabmeet have went to Lanchang, Temerloh for the on ground aid mission. Kudos to all the volunteers for all the challenging task in providing the relief aid. Stay blesed & stay safe. @SikhInside pic.twitter.com/EBajD5ukwK— Gurdwara Sahib Petaling Jaya (@gurdwarasahibpj) January 2, 2022
Closer to the Klang Valley, the GSPJ flood relief team also successfully sent aid to the Orang Asli village in Pulau Carey, Selangor.
This time, the team were seen venturing offroad through palm oil plantations in order to deliver supplies to Kampung Sungai Kurau.
“Sungai Kurau is one of the furthest villages at Pulau Carey. It’s very secluded and when it floods, we can’t say much, we’ve truly lost connection (with the outside world) the roads are blocked and we can’t go anywhere,” one villager was recorded saying, and thanked local non-government organisations (NGOs) for aiding them through the tough times.
2.1.2022 | The Volunteers Journey to Perkampungan Orang Asli, Kg Sg Kurau, Pulau Carey. @tashny @narin_sardar @4wdthiran @yshzan @SikhInside (2/2) https://t.co/GrSJeg2fjr pic.twitter.com/lkSz8qS8xN— Gurdwara Sahib Petaling Jaya (@gurdwarasahibpj) January 2, 2022
“We didn’t have any electricity for eight days,” shared another villager as she described how floodwaters there reach waist-deep and how some villagers had to depend on candles and small gas generators to illuminate their nights.
The ‘makcik’ went on to explain how the villagers are in dire need of essentials like milk and baby powder as well as school supplies like clothing, textbooks and stationery for the children.
Help the flood relief
GSPJ is seeking help from the rakyat to contribute to their flood relief efforts in any that they can such as donating food, medicine, toiletries, and cleaning supplies.
Those with offroad (4X4) vehicles as well as anyone who would like to help package and deliver, or simply send in cash donations can do so by contacting the team via WhatsApp at +60102174556 or dropping off your donations directly at GSPJ between 10am and 4pm any day of the week.
The public is also encouraged to contact the team if they are aware of and have information on flood victims who are in need of aid.
However, the team specifically mentioned that they DO NOT need donations of clothing. So do keep that in mind if you want to help.
Read More: Fussy Flood Victims Turn Down Free Vegetarian Food Because They Want Meat Instead
Gurdwara Sahib PJ Flood Foodbank @gurdwarasahibpj is continuing with the flood relief efforts.If you know anyone who is need of any aid please whatsapp to +60102174556@tashny @SikhInside @sadhosays pic.twitter.com/yVXP9wYekS— Gurdwara Sahib Petaling Jaya (@gurdwarasahibpj) January 2, 2022

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Health Ministry Approves Applications To Use Remdesivir As Covid-19 Treatment

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The Ministry of Health (MoH) has received several applications to bring in a new antiviral drug called Remdesivir to treat Covid-19 patients in the country.
Health Director-General Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah said that of the applications received, they have approved one or two and might introduce the drug into their fight against the virus.
Currently, there are no drugs specifically for the treatment of patients with Covid-19. According to the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, medical treatment includes infection prevention, control measures and supportive care such as supplementary oxygen and breathing assistance machines when necessary.
Current treatment for Covid-19 depends on supportive care like supplementary oxygen and breathing assistance. (Credit: New Straits Times)
However, there are an array of drugs approved to treat certain Covid-19 symptoms and some experimental drugs that are currently being studied across the globe to potentially treat Covid-19.
Remdesivir is one of these experimentation drugs. Meanwhile, chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine are the two drugs approved for symptom management.
Remdesivir is an intravenous drug that has been in development for a decade. It was originally intended as a treatment for Ebola but it turned out not to work. Fortunately, studies in both healthy and infected people showed that the drug is fairly safe.
The drug works by attacking the viruses genetic material. The SARS-CoV-2 genome is made up of a string of something called â€œnucleotidesâ€. When the virus replicates, these nucleotides get reconstructed, on by one, by something called a viral polymerase.
Chemical structure of remdesivir. (Credit: asbmb)
Enter remdesivir, which acts like a mimic for one of the types of nucleotides in that string.Â
The virus gets tricked into incorporating the active form of the drug into its genome and prevents it from making more copies of itself.
The company which produced it, an American biotechnology company called Gilead Sciences recently started testing the drug on moderate to severe Covid-19 patients in the UK, France, Italy, Spain and Germany. The company had started testing on US patients in February and it is also being studied in two Chinese trials.
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Remdesivir had also undergone preliminary testing in two other coronavirus strains that caused outbreaks, SARS and MERS, which is why scientists are confident that it might be appropriate for Covid-19.

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Sibu mother calls cops on unemployed son high on drugs. He attacks them with a sword

An unemployed 26-year-old man was arrested after attacking police officers with a small sword during a drug bust on a residence in Sibu, Sarawak yesterday.

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The raid was conducted at the man’s family home after reports came in  saying that the man had been throwing a fit while under the influence of drugs.

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The one that lodge the police report had been the suspectâ€™s own mother!

According to police, the suspect initially tried to resist arrest.
Officers arriving at the home were met with quite the scene, as the man tried to evade capture by first running and hiding in his room.

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The man then proceeded to chase down the officers using a â€˜wakizashiâ€™ â€“ a traditional Japanese sword which is smaller than the well-known â€˜katanaâ€™.

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“The suspect suddenly came out of the room and swung a sword at the officer, who managed to duck in the nick of time.”
Sibu OCPD Asst Comm Stanley Jonathan Ringgit told Utusan Borneo
Seeing that the suspect (sword in hand) was coming
after them, officers proceeded to quarantine the man inside the residence, while
backup arrived.
The man was later detained safely along with his weapon and a
packet of what is believed to contain methamphetamine.
Initial investigations showed that the suspect was indeed
under the influence of narcotics during the time of the incident.
The case is now being investigated under Section 307 of the Penal Code for attempted murder.


How Good Company Made This Covid-19 Quarantine Patient’s Experience At MAEPS Better

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Anxiety, grief, loneliness… Spending time in the Covid-19 Quarantine and Low-Risk Treatment Centre (PKRC) at the Malaysia Agro Exposition Park (MAEPS) in Serdang, Selangor can be physically and emotionally straining for the patients who are there.

But for Fahmi Esmail, the friends he had made along the way had brought him much comfort, strength and positivity as he spends his time in mass isolation while undergoing treatment for the coronavirus.
“I felt down of course, but you have to think positive. It’s sad at first, but whatever happened, happened and it’s best to move on and be strong,” said the 33-year-old content creator from Selangor, when we spoke on Sunday (30 May).
Fahmi had been confirmed positive with Covid-19 after getting tested at the Covid Assessment Centre (CAC) in Stadium Melawati, Shah Alam on 21 May. That same day, he was sent straight to the PKRC to undergo more than a week of mandatory quarantine.
“I have three days to go. They count it from the day you first did your swab test and 10 days after that.” he explained, mentioning how all of his close contacts were fortunate enough to have not contracted the virus.
Sharing his experiences, Fahmi revealed how his body had reacted over the course of his infection.
My symptoms came in pretty late, each day one symptom. First came the sore throat, fever the day after, then I started to lose my sense of smell and taste, then I started to feel heavy breathing and panting. But nothing serious. That’s why they sent me to MAEPS because here they have the equipment to scan my lungs.
Fahmi also said that the medical staff stationed at the PKRC had been very reliable and responsive to his needs and everyone else who’s there.
Quarantine life
With thousands of other Covid-19 patients confined together at the ‘DG Hall’ in MAEPS, Fahmi noted his shock when first arriving at the PKRC and said that quarantine life took some getting used to.
“I was of course surprised by the insane number of people here, to the point that there are not enough beds. People have to sleep on mattresses on the floor,” he said, adding that without any appropriate shower facility there, patients also have to contend with long bathroom lines and having to bathe on the toilet.
However, despite the minor discomforts, Fahmi said everything at the PKRC had been satisfactory and personally relates life in quarantine to what people might find in boarding schools.
“Food is served three times a day. Breakfast is at 8 am, lunch at 12 noon and dinner at 6 pm. I wake up in the morning to queue for breakfast, queue for showers, and once I’m done I just hang out with the friends I’ve made.” Fahmi gushed, revealing that there really isn’t much to do in quarantine besides interacting with other patients who are there.
In good company
Fahmi also shared how the companionship he made in quarantine helped ease the time spent away from his loved ones.
Together, he and his newly-found friend shared meals and feels, took leisurely walks, played video games and even prayed together, shoulder to shoulder.
Life in quarantine.(Credit: Fahmi Esmail)
People here are nice, they’re happy and are very friendly to each other. We have bunk-bed mates and neighbours that we share food and snacks that we brought from home.
Fahmi also emphasised the importance of making connections and keeping in touch with people in order to power through the coronavirus.
They’re just normal people, someone that we can talk to, share what we do and laugh with. The key to surviving here is to just make friends to keep yourself sane.
With the time spent living with a deadly disease and after having been in the Covid-19 isolation camp, Fahmi said that the best way to overcome it all is with positive thinking and not giving up.
I was scared, anything could happen and I was afraid I wasn’t going to come back. But eventually, I try to show people that I am actually okay here and I’m trying to change the perception people have of quarantine at MAEPS.
With Covid-19 outbreaks continuing nationwide, Fahmi has this to say to the people “on the outside” who haven’t yet experienced the challenges of living with Covid-19.
I will say that it’s not a joke and not something that can be taken trivially. People have to understand how the disease plays with your mental and physical health, affecting the people around you and makes people have bad perceptions about you. Be safe and follow the standard operating procedures (SOP).

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Gov’t Services To Operate As Usual During CMCO

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It’s business as usual for all government services as they will continue to operate during the implementation period of the Conditional Movement Control Order (PKPB) in Selangor, Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya from 14 to 27 October.

Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Mohd Zuki Ali, said civil servants would adopt a rotation and work from home (WFH) system as needed, taking into account their welfare.
During this period, all government services remain operational with civil servants adapting the rotation system and WFH as required. The Head of Department should also use discretion and due diligence in this matter, while ensuring that all safety and health standard operating procedures (SOP) are fully complied with.Chief Secretary to the Government, Tan Sri Mohd Zuki Ali via Berita Harian
He said the SOP includes temperature screenings, social distancing, wearing face masks and providing sanitisers.
Zuki added that the implementation also applies to any area declared under the Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO) and priority should also be given to the use of online applications to minimize face-to-face services such as counter and meeting services.
He said the National Security Council (MKN) would issue a detailed SOP in the near future.

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Covid-19: 60 Factory Workers Found Positive In Rembau Sub-Cluster

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Health Director-General Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah announced that a total of 60 Covid-19 cases have been detected from a cluster involving factory workers in Pedas, Negeri Sembilan.
The virus was first detected when a worker of the factory became sick with fever, cough, runny nose, breathlessness and headache on 5th April.
He was then screened for the virus at a health clinic on 10th April. Two days later, test results confirmed he was Covid-19 positive.
As of noon yesterday, the Health Ministry screened a total of 786 individuals, including workersâ€™ families and friends, and found 286 negative while the results for the remaining 440 are still pending.
The 60 workers who tested positive for the infection comprise 25 Nepalese, 18 Bangladeshi, 8 Indonesians, 7 Malaysians and two from Myanmar.

KKM kenalpasti satu kluster melibatkan warga pekerja di sebuah kilang di Pedas, N.Sembilan.60 daripada 786 kes disaring didapati positif manakala 440 masih menunggu keputusan.Kes positif libatkan 7 warganegara dan 53 bukan warganegara.@DGHisham pic.twitter.com/ylfCesSpUF— KKMPutrajaya (@KKMPutrajaya) May 8, 2020

During his daily Covid-19 briefing yesterday (8th May), Dr Noor Hisham explained that the Health Ministry is still investigating the cause of the cluster, but requested that factories adhere to the SOP released to prevent transmission of the virus at workplaces.

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These “International” Brands Are Actually Malaysian-Made!

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We all know that Mydin, MR. DIY and 99 Speedmart are Malaysian brands, right? We see them everywhere here. Some of them even franchised outside of Malaysia.

READ MORE: Malaysia’s Mr. DIY Opens First Store In Europe
 And we couldn’t be more proud.
But did you know these Malaysian brands below are known both locally and globally also? Wait, you thought these were international brands? Well, they were either started by Malaysians or in Malaysia. Let’s check them out.
1. Shangri La Hotel
In 1971, Shangri La Hotel was first opened in Singapore by a Johor-born Malaysian Chinese named Robert Kuok. He once wanted to name the hotel, Orange Grove Hotel but his friend, Georges Toby didn’t like it. So he suggested Le Shangri La and the name Shangri La stuck.
Before he dived into the hotel business, Kuok established the Kuok Group in 1949, a company that rose to riches thanks to their dabbling in sugar production. He was even called the “Sugar King of Asia”.
These hotels are abundant in Malaysia.Credit: Fazlin Effendy Ooi / Flickr
Now, the luxury hotel and resort chain is headquartered in Hong Kong and can be found across Africa, Asia, the Middle East, Canada, Oceania, and Europe. The Kuok Group now handles everything from hospitality to trading and properties.
You wanna know something extra? Currently, Robert Kuok is also the richest man in Malaysia and one of the richest men in the world.
Talk about Crazy Rich Asians, huh?
2. Bonia
Bonia came from an Italian inspiration of the artist Giombologna and also the city, Bologna. Close enough, right?
The founder of Bonia Corporation Berhad, Chiang Sang Sem is a Malacca-born kampung boy and the son of rubber tappers. He started his journey in the fashion and textile industry when he worked in a handbag factory for his uncle’s friend in Penang.
Looks like this luxurious store came straight from Italy right?Credit: Bonia Website
In 1974, he opened his first own factory in Singapore and later went through tons of milestones to get to where he is now. Starting his journey in both Malaysia and Singapore, his brand, Bonia is now flourishing in boutiques all around the world such as Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Myanmar, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia.
FYI, Sembonia and Carlo Rino are also under Bonia, did you know?
3. Padini
H&M is from Sweden while UNIQLO is from Japan. What about PADINI though? Nope, it’s not from any European or American country. It’s from Malaysia!
Padini Holdings Bhd is founded by Yong Pang Chaun, who is now the Managing Director of Padini. He learned the ins and outs of the textile trade in Singapore after secondary school.
They look like a European brand. Who knew they were based in Malaysia?Credit: Padini Website
At the age of 20, he returned to Malaysia and started Hwayo Garments Manufacturers Company, a small ladies garment and wholesaling business supplying to Malaysian departmental stores in 1971.
The company grew to become one of the country’s leading fashion companies with over 140 stores in Malaysia and also overseas in Cambodia, Indonesia, Bahrain, Brunei, Myanmar, Oman, Qatar, Thailand, and the United Arab Emirates.
Did you know that Brands Outlets, Vincci, MIKI, and SEED are a few of their many owned labels? Kudos to them.
4. Goodmaid
You didn’t really expect this brand to be Malaysian, did you? However, it did started in Malaysia and is currently operating here too.
This household cleaning supply brand is founded in 1988 with the name Goodmaid Chemicals Corporation Sdn Bhd (GCC). Their production plant is located at Senawang, Negeri Sembilan.
They look familiar, don’t they?Credit: Goodmaid Website
It was first established in Malaysia but is later acquired by a Japanese hygiene and sanitation company called Saraya Global Japan in 2014. Since the merge, this Malaysian brand changed to Saraya Goodmaid Sdn Bhd.
Currently, this brand is home to more than 60 countries including the Asian, African, Middle-Eastern, and Eastern European regions.
It’s a global brand, home-grown in Malaysia. Remember that next time you walk by the cleaning aisle.
5. Ogawa
Well, we all thought this massage chair brand was from Japan. Surprise, surprise. It is truly homegrown, according to MATRADE.
Remember the ad where you should buy these for your parents? Credit: Ogawa Website
Ogawa basically means ‘stream’ in Japanese. Although the name is picked from a Japanese origin, the founders, Mr. Wong Lee Keong and Ms. Lim Poh Khian are both Malaysian.
From their establishment in Malaysia in 1996, now they have around 1000 retail outlets and counters in more than 20 countries globally.
Are you surprised yet? Here’s more for you to explore. Check out these F&B brands we thought were foreign but actually are Malaysian-based.
READ MORE: 5 F&B Brands You Probably Didn’t Know Were Malaysian

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Free water bills for Selangoreans, but you’d need to apply first

Calling all Selangor people!
If you would like to continue enjoying free water bills, then you should definitely register to for the Skim Air Darul Ehsan or Darul Ehsan Water Scheme.
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This new program will provide free, subsidised water bills to eligible Salangoreans based on income level.
Currently, the state government offers free water to all Selangor residents regardless of how much dough you make.
But starting March next year, only registered households making RM4,000 or less will enjoy free water for the first 20 cubic metres recorded on your bills.

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The state government said that the new scheme would only allow those who really need the targeted subsidy program. (basically, those who can afford to pay your bills, would need to pay your bills at the usual rateâ€¦)
So who is eligible to apply for this new scheme?

Malaysian citizens and those living in Selangor (obviouslyâ€¦)
Those with monthly household income (couples or single people) of RM4,000 and below
Residential homes with individual water meters
Residential buildings using bulk meters – like low-cost apartments and flats – but only upon confirmation by the government
Applicants can ONLY apply for 1 account per premise and ONLY for 1 premise

When to register?
Registration will be from September 30 – December 31.
How to apply?
1 . Applications can be made online through www.ssipr.selangor.gov.my

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2. Then head on to www.airselangor.com to download the registration form

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3. Applications can also be made at the Pengurusan Air Selangor Sdn Bhd (Air Selangor) counters or any Pusat Khidmat Masyarakat (PKM) office state-wide
4. Completed applications can be submitted directly via email at iprair@airselangor.com or at any Air Selangor and PKM counters
For more information just head on over to the Air Selangor website or call 15300

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Diving Into The Fold: Samsung Experts Explain Galaxy Z Fold2’s Innovative Camera & Flex Mode

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Galaxy Z Fold2 is bringing a whole new realm of smartphone experiences to users through the device’s cutting-edge form factor, optimized from the previous foldable devices for the most meaningful everyday experiences possible.

But the device’s form factor is not the only thing contributing to the Galaxy Z Fold2’s revolutionary foldable experience. The Galaxy Z Fold2 offers Samsung’s most unique camera experiences yet thanks to a range of new functionalities and an enhanced Flex mode, all of which come together to provide a foldable experience that is better than ever before following the One UI 3.1 update that came to devices in February.
Take a closer look at the Galaxy Z Fold2’s upgraded camera and Flex mode experiences as told by several of Samsung’s experts themselves.
Uninterrupted Camera Experiences with Flex Mode
The Galaxy Z Fold2 offers users one of the most unique camera experiences on the market today by merit of the innovative ways users can harness the device’s Flex mode and camera modes for more creative results.
As Byungchang Kwak of the Samsung Electronics Flagship Product Planning Group notes, Capture View Mode harnesses the flexibility of Flex mode to provide both the camera preview and the most recently-taken shots on two separate sections of the screen.
“When taking photos with the device in Flex mode with Capture View Mode, it’s now easier than ever to capture content and review in real time,” Kwak said. What’s more, the uninterrupted viewing experiences don’t end with the camera; “Flex mode also lets you play a YouTube video on the top with video data and other recommendations on the bottom half, ensuring an optimized viewing experience,” he added.
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As part of the One UI 3.1 update, users can enjoy even more flexible shooting experiences in Flex mode, as they can customize the positions of the camera controls for greater comfort and take advantage of useful Delete and Share buttons in Flex mode’s camera preview window.
Form-Factor-Friendly Camera Features
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Not only does the Galaxy Z Fold2 provide all-new innovations and features for user enjoyment, it also incorporates some of the best-loved functionalities of the company’s previous foldable, the Galaxy Z Flip. The Dual Preview feature, for instance, lets both photographer and subject review shots as they are taken.
“The 6.2-inch cover screen acts like a preview screen, so those being photographed can adjust their pose or position in real time while you are taking the shot,” explained Kwak of the Dual Preview feature. The subject can even easily take a selfie themselves by holding their palm to the camera for an automatic shot.
Additionally, the Rear Cam selfie feature, developed based on feedback from users of previous Galaxy foldables, lets users take high-resolution selfies and immediately review their pictures for a more efficacious camera experience.
Improved Sensors for Low-Light Photography
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There’s nothing more disappointing than when you’re met with a stunning nighttime view and your smartphone camera just can’t quite seem to capture it. This is why the Galaxy Z Fold2 comes not only with an improved Night Mode, but also a dedicated Bright Night sensor for improved low-light photography.
“Users can take crisp shots without changing the camera mode long after the sun has gone down,” explained Jonghoon Yu of the Samsung Electronics Visual Strategy Group.
The Galaxy Z Fold2’s form factor plays a part in bringing these low-light features to life, too. “Users can prop up the device and be assured stability to minimize movement and get high quality photos in low-lighting environments,” said Yu.
Innovating Flex mode for Optimized Everyday Experiences

Understanding that today’s users are gravitating towards video-based forms of communication and media, Samsung worked hard to ensure that the Galaxy Z Fold2’s improved Flex mode and larger Cover Screen were developed to specifically enhance a user’s video, media, and video chatting experiences.
“You can enjoy content immersively in your hands and on-the-go without having to unfold the Galaxy Z Fold2 with the 6.2-inch Cover Screen,” noted Joonhwan Kim of the Samsung Electronics Basic UX Group. “You can unfold the device slightly more to change the screen from the Cover to the Main Screen.”
The Galaxy Z Fold2’s improved Flex mode recognizes the angle of folding in real-time, and will automatically switch between the Cover and Main Screens with split control on the latter, providing users with optimized viewing experiences.
Video calling also just got more natural as part of the One UI 3.1 update, as users can fill up the top half of their display with the video of the person they are speaking to when making a video call in Flex mode.
Become Your Own Cameraman with Auto Framing
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Another camera feature new to the Galaxy Z Fold2 is Auto framing. Available on the Front Wide and Rear Ultra-wide cameras and with a trackable distance of approximately 1.5 to 2.5 meters, Auto framing harnesses machine learning to track the body and face of a subject within the frame and adjust the camera focus accordingly.
“Auto framing can provide an automatic adjustment of the angle of view by zooming in/out or moving the screen without the need to move the device around,” noted Kwak.
Auto framing tracks the movements of up to 2 people within view, and when 3 or more people are detected, the camera will automatically zoom out so that as many people as possible can appear in the shot.
Whether a user is filming a dance cover, blogging with friends or recording a cooking tutorial, Auto framing ensures everything is kept in frame without the user having to manually adjust the zoom themselves.
One UI 3.1 also brought with it the Multi Mic Recording feature, which, when in Pro Video mode, allows users to simultaneously record audio through both their phone and their connected Galaxy Buds Pro for more professional-sounding audio.
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SOP For Schools Reopening – Temperature Screening, Recess In Class & More

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The Education Ministry has released the standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the reopening of schools.
Education Minister Dr Mohd Radzi Md Jidin told Bernama that the ministry’s school reopening management guidelines were developed together with the Health Ministry and National Security Council.
The 34-page detailed guidelines are being distributed to schools from today.
Here’s some of the new normal procedures applied at pre-school, primary, secondary and post-secondary schools:
Attendance only for students in examination years
Classroom sessions in school are only for students who are taking examinations this year such as SPM, SVM, STPM, STAM and equivalent international examinations.
Home based learning will continue for students in non-examination years.
Temperature screening
Health Director General Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah and Education Minister Dr Mohd Radzi Md Jidin at a visit to see the preparations for school reopening at Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Engku Husain, Semenyih.(Credit: Noor Hisham Abdullah/Facebook)
Temperatures of teachers, students and school personnel and contract workers will be taken and recorded at the entrance gates or school assembly site.
Students, teachers and school personnel will have to go through health status screening daily at designated locations before the school session begins.
Those with body temperatures above 37.5°C and have symptoms such as sore throat, cough and breathing difficulty will not be allowed on the premises.
Mohd Radzi told Bernama that the ministry is aware that students who walk or cycle to school may have higher body temperatures due to the physical activity.
He says that these students will be asked to rest first to allow their body temperature to return to normal before being checked again.
The Education Minister also states that every school will have an isolation room. Students who show any symptoms will be brought into the area while parents and the nearest health centre will be contacted for further action.
Social distancing
Health Director General Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah and Education Minister Dr Mohd Radzi Md Jidin inspecting social distancing markers at the school laboratory of Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Engku Husain, Semenyih.(Credit: Noor Hisham Abdullah/Facebook)
Social distancing of at least one-metre must be applied for all activities during the school session.
Tables in the classroom will be spaced one-metre apart and surplus students will be placed in another classroom. This also applies to school laboratories.
Arrows directing movement of students will also be placed throughout the school areas to avoid crowding.
Social distancing is also applied in the teachers room, and teachers will be spread to other suitable rooms in the school.
Beds in student dormitories will be spaced one-metre apart and social distancing will be emphasised in hostel dining halls.
No more eating in canteens
During break time, students will be allowed at the canteen in stages. However, they are only allowed to purchase packed food while queuing up with a one-metre gap.
Students must then return to their classrooms to eat.
Banned activities
All schooling activities are allowed, except for the following:
SportsFace-to-face co-curricular activitiesAny form of school assembly or activity involving students, teachers and school staff to gather in a crowd
Meanwhile, co-academic and co-curricular competitions can only be conducted online.
Education Sector SOP updated 4th June.(Credit: National Security Council)

The date for reopening of schools has yet to be announced. However, Mohd Radzi says that the date will be announced two weeks prior.

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[Watch] Naval Officers Injured After 4WD Rammed Into A Cow On The North-South Expressway

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Two naval officers of the Royal Malaysian Navy were injured in an accident after the four-wheel drive (4WD) they were travelling in hit a cow along the North-South Expressway on Monday.

During the incident, Lt Kdr Mohamad Azmi Ibrahim, 39, was driving the vehicle while his colleague Kdr Mohd Reduan Ayub, 42, was seated in the front passenger seat, when the accident occurred at 3.15am at KM249.7 of the expressway.

“Based on the early investigation at the accident scene, they were driving along the right lane when they were believed to have hit the animal which caused the vehicle to spin before stopping on the left lane,” Seremban OCPD Asst Comm Nanda Maarof said.
He noted that the accident occurred along the dark stretch of the expressway where no lights were put up.
Both senior navy officers were heading back to their base at the Lumut Navy base when the collision happened.

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[Watch] Scratched Eye While Removing Contact Lenses Lands Girl In PJ Hospital

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Recently, a TikToker, @fatinrsyfqh landed herself in the hospital for a torn cornea. According to her, it started off with a corneal abrasion and developed into a corneal ulcer. The video went viral with around 216K views and 19.2K likes.

This is due to the fact of her accidentally taking off her lenses using her sharp and long nails. She took it on her social media to share her experience and educate others to not take this for granted. She expressed that she was rushing at the moment and her nails scratched her eyes while trying to remove her lens.

https://www.tiktok.com/@fatinrsyfqh/video/7096105272988552474?_t=8SE8tkLifA1&_r=1

Believe it or not, this unintended act can actually lead to blindness in the long run if not treated early as corneal ulcers are one of the major causes of blindness worldwide.
But, this is only one of the risks if you wear contact lenses improperly. In fact, it turns out that Malaysians very often take risks with their contact lens use! It’s easy to sometimes forget the rules and disregard them ‘for this time only lah‘.
On the topic of that, here are some things contact lens wearers take for granted that could harm them in the long run. Be honest, have you done these?
Not Washing Your Hands
Washing your hands is the most simple rule of the thumb and if you all skip it, we just, don’t know what to say. We don’t need to tell you that your hands have more germs than a toilet seat, we mean, haven’t the pandemic taught you enough about washing hands? But hey, we forgot to do it anyway. For instance, make sure to properly wash your hands after you had anything spicy. Good lord, you DO NOT want those sambal residues in your eyes!
(Credit: Reddit)
Not Cleaning Your Lenses
If it’s daily disposables, then sure, throw it. But if it’s a monthly contact lens, do disinfect your hands and clean the lenses before storing back the lens! The rub-and-rinse technique works best to clean your lenses so that no residue or debris is left on the lens. If you don’t clean your lenses, you’re prone to get eye infections from them. Hygiene matters!
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Using Your Daily Disposable Lens Repeatedly
They’re called daily disposables for a reason, sis. Daily disposable contacts are made thinner, more fragile and cannot hold moisture well for reuse. They cannot be worn overnight and they are more expensive than monthly ones too! They usually come in a box of 30 pcs as compared to only a pair for monthly ones.
Buying From Sketchy Sources
Did you know that the Medical Device Authority (MDA) prohibits the sale of optical devices or contact lenses on any e-marketing platform except for websites (managed by Registered Optometry Practitioners) with strict guidelines issued by the Malaysian Optical Council (MOC)?
So what does this mean? This means that you can’t buy contact lenses from online shops anymore (including social media stores, they’re prohibited)! Or even sketchy drugstore lenses in malls or beside street walks selling those coloured lenses.
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If you want a real certified and safe lens, you need to spend a bit more on them at certified physical or online optical stores. It’s an investment, really. But a real ophthalmological centre will even teach you how to clean your lenses properly if you’re a first-timer.
Showering or Swimming With Lenses
You love swimming but you can’t see stuff clearly, automatically you’re not confident you can swim anymore. Or you forgot to take off your lens when you’re already about to shower. Meh. Shower away. Do these regularly and hey, you just might get a ticket to a hospital!
Contact lenses and tap water or any other water (pools, oceans, lakes, hot tubs) apart from the eye solution are not suitable. You can be susceptible to a condition called Acanthamoeba keratitis, where tiny parasites can infect (by sticking to the lenses) your eyes (cause white ring) and cause permanent vision loss if not treated early enough. Warning: distressing images.
(Credit: Freepik)
So alternatively when swimming, you can opt for vision corrected goggles (buy the anti-fog ones) or wear DAILY disposable lenses while wearing normal goggles. While still not recommended, at least you can throw away the lens when you finish swimming instead of wearing the infected ones again for the monthly ones. You can also opt for Lasik or Lasek surgery to permanently solve any eye issue but hey, not all of us are walking with a ton load of money in the bank. Best to start saving now.
Not Replacing Your Contact Lens Case
There’s a reason why contact lens solution gives you free lens casing every time you buy them. They’re not just you know, generous, but it is actually compulsory to change your contact lens casing every 3 months as they will likely increase the risk of infection if not changed. It’s the same with monthly lenses or the solution itself. They have an expiration date.
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They can’t even be stored near heat. Exposure of your cases to heat can dry out your contact lens and may compromise its quality. Also, you cant reuse your contact solution in the casing as it needs to be replaced every time you store it. It’ll be a breeding site for germs if you don’t change it regularly.
Being Near A Heat Source
No, your lenses WILL NOT MELT into your eyeballs and cause blindness if you sit too close to a BBQ pit or simply cook in a kitchen. That’s actually fake news as most experts say that it’s nearly impossible for a contact lens to melt in your eyes. Lenses are even sterilized in extremely hot boiling water before being sold to us so they pretty much can withstand heat.
However, you do need to steer away from places with smoke or steam. Remove them when you’re in a sauna or spa as your sweat can get into your eyes and cause an infection with the lenses. Smoke can be drying to your eyes and cause discomfort.
Using Emergency Lubricant
We can’t believe we have to even say this but DO NOT PUT YOUR CONTACTS IN YOUR MOUTH to lubricate it. Or even rinse it in tap water and then put it back on. Big mistake. According to an optometrist and contact lens specialist with UCLA Health, being a dark and moist place, your mouth makes an ideal living environment for many different types of bacteria and that will lead to infections.
We know, we know, ‘emergency‘ tips in case your lens fell out and hit other surfaces, and you haven’t got your glasses with you. Hence, always bring your glasses or your contact cases with fresh contact lens solution when you’re out and about.
Sleeping With Your Lenses Still On
Well, what about naps? The safe answer is still a no. Experts suggest removing them even if you want to take a nap as sleeping while wearing lenses regularly can lead to an eye infection. No, the lens won’t go to the back of your head but it will dry your eyes. Contacts cover the surface of your eyes cutting the amount of oxygen (that’s why you need to pick the ones with high water/oxygen content) and moisture in your eyes and this act significantly increases while you’re asleep.
All in all, contact lense are indeed safe IF you properly care for them and use a certified one. You may have done all or some of the things above and never gotten a bad outcome. Your luck is just that great maybe. But do not encourage anyone else to do the same because we all have different possibilities, so it’s better to be safe than sorry. Be hygienic, be safe and always be mindful when dealing with your eyes.

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New Telco Tower Announced For Sabah Village After Student Taking Online Exams In Tree Goes Viral

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The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has announced it will build a new telecommunication tower at Kampung Bilangau Kecil, near Kampung Sapatalang in Pitas, Sabah after a university student taking her online exams in a tree went viral earlier this week.
Following a viral video on social media about a university student who spent overnight on a tree to get telecommunication coverage, the MCMC conducted an inspection in Kampung Sapatalang, Pitas, on June 15.Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC)
Veveonah Mosibin, a foundation student at Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) had to take her online exams atop a tree to get a strong enough internet connection.(Credit: Veveonah M/YouTube)
The check revealed that there is one telecommunication tower with 3G coverage within 1.4 kilometres of the student’s village, which MCMC says is enough for students to take their examinations online.
However, the communications regulatory body admits that a higher coverage is needed for streaming activities.
It also says that there are already plans since early this year to upgrade the coverage to 4G in the area under the Universal Service Provision (USP) fund programme.
Credit: LEEROY Agency from Pixabay
The new telco tower will be built near Kampung Sapatalang in Pitas to improve internet coverage in the village under the National Fiberisation and Connectivity Plan (NFCP) 1.
It is expected to be ready in a year, by the second quarter of 2021.
MCMC says that it has always been concerned with the plight of communities in rural areas and is continuously making efforts to bridge the digital divide nationwide.
Pitas district has one of the highest rates of poverty in Sabah.(Credit: MySabah.com)
Veveonah Mosibin, a Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) foundation student had recorded a video of her 24 hours in a tree just to get a strong enough internet signal to take her online examinations.
While her efforts were lauded, many pointed out that her situation highlighted the plight of those left behind in the digital gap.

To Get Good Internet For Online Exams, This Sabah Student Spent 24 Hours In A Tree

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MCMC to build telecommunications tower in Pitas


The New P. Ramlee Burger Is Supposed To Taste Like Nasi Kandar… Does It?

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The new Burger P. Ramlee from KFC is a limited-time tribute to the late Malaysian legend Tan Sri P. Ramlee.

As a true blue Malaysian, Nasi Kandar was one of his favourite foods, a little fact that had made its way into his last film, Laksamana Do Re Mi.
So it goes without saying that the Burger P. Ramlee is actually a Nasi Kandar-flavoured burger. I understand why they decided to name it the Burger P. Ramlee instead of Burger Nasi Kandar, and I don’t judge.
The Burger P Ramlee is actually quite well-portioned.(Credit: Anne Dorall/TRP)
I will, however, judge the taste of the burger.
The Taste Test
The burger has a viscous pour of sauce, the Kuah Kari Kandar, plus a generous handful of cubed cucumbers and cabbages. The vegetables are a welcome sight in a sea of sauce.
The sauce isn’t particularly spicy, though it definitely is peppery and exciting. It’s somewhat similar to a lighter black pepper sauce with way more aromatic notes.
The Kuah Kari Kandar topped with cubed cucumber, shredded cabbage, and a dollop of mayonaise. It might not look very pretty, but tastes pretty alright.(Credit: Anne Dorall/TRP)
The Zinger patty still stays crispy despite the sauce, pairing well with the soft bun and sauce.
The Verdict
The burger has an interesting taste, but definitely don’t expect it to be particularly authentic as “nasi kandar”.
Still, it does invoke a familiar Nasi Kandar taste, likely due to their Kuah Kari Kandar that’s made with turmeric, lemongrass, cumin, and curry leaves.
The Burger P. Ramlee comes as an ala carte, combo, set lagenda, or kombo ikon.(Credit: KFC Malaysia)
The fragrance of the local herbs plays well with the crispy Zinger fillet, but the sauce can be overwhelming due to its strong taste. The burger I got was well-portioned with just enough sauce for the Zinger patty, but not too much to the point of jelak.
I was actually not expecting much from this weird flavour combo, but consider me pleasantly surprised that the burger turned out quite delicious with the interesting twist.
You can get the Burger P. Ramlee as an ala carte, combo, set lagenda, or kombo ikon. Additionally, you can order through the KFC App with the promo code PRAMLEE for 10% off.

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[Watch] Woman Claims She Couldn’t Open A Bank Account Because She’s A Housewife

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A Tiktok user and housewife Farhanah (@ana_nokcili) recently shared her disappointment in failing to open a bank account for herself.

In her Tiktok video, she claimed that a bank staff told her she could open a bank account, but she needs to bring the necessary documents with her as she’s a housewife.
These documents include her husband’s payslip, a telephone bill, or any phone-related documents to verify her phone number.
  @farhanah_said  ♬ original sound  – Ana_Nokcili
After getting the documents in order, she returned to the bank on another day to open a bank account.
She allegedly waited for two hours in the bank before receiving crushing news that she couldn’t open an account because she’s a housewife without income.

Even us housewives have our dignity. Why can’t you just tell me from the start that I can’t do it?”
Farhanah
There might be more to the story
Netizens who felt for her sympathised with her and shared their own experiences too. Some housewives met the same hurdles when they tried to open a bank account for themselves.
Due to scam syndicates, banks have to be very cautious and have strict policies to follow. A netizen believed that the bank seemingly made it hard for a housewife to open a bank account to prevent setting up mule accounts.
A mule account is a bank account that’s set up but used by someone else to collect or transfer funds. Usually, these funds are stolen or laundered from illegal activities.
However, some netizens were sceptical about Farhanah’s story as she seemed to be running her own business selling ground chillis.
To illustrate a point, another housewife shared that she managed to open a bank account after she showed her business license.

Reporting to Bank Negara Malaysia
If you find yourself having difficulties in opening a bank account, you can try escalating the matter to Bank Negara Malaysia.
According to Free Malaysia Today, approving applications for savings and current accounts involved extensive due diligence like background checks. This is to prevent the likelihood of the bank account being used for money laundering activities.
Finance Minister Tengku Zafrul Aziz said anyone having trouble opening an account with any bank should lodge a report with the bank’s complaints unit to ask for a reason for the delay or rejection.
If the problem persists, they can lodge complaints with Bank Negara at its BNMTELELINK at 1-300-88-5465 or via its website at bnm.my/LINK.

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Best Place To Stock Up On Milo? Online

You can’t beat the Malaysian love for deals, discounts, and sales.
Lazada proved this during their 12.12 Grand Year End Sale. Not only did the online e-commerce company have more than double the Lazada Wallet transactions from last year, their partnered offline retail stores saw 13 times more transactions during their weekend sale.
Even Healthland sold almost 300 hours’ worth of massages during the sale, so hopefully this means that Malaysians will be way less stressed out for the holidays.
And because Malaysians just love to queue for stuff, they absolutely took the opportunity to wait in line for hours in Sunway Pyramid and Low Yat for limited-time offers.
Malaysians lined up just to get discounts.(Credit: Lazada)
Not only that, it turns out that Malaysians are also a huge fan of shoe shopping as well.
Malaysians thronged Skechers for comfortable shoes, so evidently most of us are hoping to start 2020 on the right foot.

The first order delivered from this year’s 12.12 sale was a pair of Clarks shoes, sent in the first 39 minutes of the sale. That’s half the time it took the deliver the first item from the 11.11 sale, which took 80 minutes!
Tech was also at the forefront of people’s minds as 1,300 units of Huawei Mate 20 Pro smartphones were sold out in just 1 minute.
Huawei isn’t the most popular purchase though, because the top 3 brands from this year’s year end sale was actually Samsung, Apple, and… Milo.
Yes, Milo.
If anything, 2019 has taught us that if you can save money on anything, anytime, anywhere- you should. Besides, those who bought Milo in bulk will probably have enough to last them until next year’s sale.

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SPM Candidate “Kelapa Boy” Selling Cute “Coconut Bonsai” Plants He Grew During MCO Break

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Malaysians were blown away by the unbeleafable talents of one local youth and the stunning “coconut bonsai” plants he creates during his free time.

17-year-old Alif Fitri Yazid from Banting, Selangor has received well-deserved attention after his elder sister, 23-year-old Atika Yazid, shared images of his incredible gardening skills on social media.
Taking on the nickname “Kelapa Boy”, Alif managed to grow a shelf full of the miniature coconut creations during his time away from school amid the Covid-19 pandemic.
Being a true DIY master, Alif even made the shelves for his potted plants from recycled materials found around the house.
Kembang sa taman Alep bila ckp dia dh viral kt twitter 😂😂 ni lah rak bonsai dia. Rak tu pun dia buat sendiri. Recycle kayu kat bengkel ayah 😂😂😂😂😂 pic.twitter.com/yqjCIJ22PW— iKaa (@atikayazedd) March 1, 2021
“Bonsai”, which comes from the Japanese word meaning “planted in a container”, is a horticulture technique used to make decorative plants that are carefully grown, cut and shaped into miniature versions of themselves.
It is said that skilful bonsai artists can take many years to both perfect their technique and cultivate a plant to an intended design.
Tiny trees!(Old Farmer’s Almanac)
Earthy soul
Speaking to TRP, Kelapa Boy’s sister, Atika, revealed that Alif had no formal gardening skills but enjoyed helping out their father around the yard.
“He has his soul in the earth”, wrote Atika laughing, as she explained that Alif had spent his free time during the Movement Control Order (MCO) period in 2020 to sharpen his green thumbs with videos and gardening tutorials on YouTube as a means to make extra money.
Atika said that her brother has been selling his creations for around RM40 to RM65 to his father’s friends and neighbours who are quite fond of his decorative plants besides promoting his bonsai for sale on Facebook.
Proud Kelapa Boy
Like most great artists, Alif said that he takes great pleasure from his work.
Since he’ll be continuing with school this year as well as taking on the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) exams for 2021, Alif told TRP that he will proceed with his hobby/side hustle for as long as he can.
I’ll continue until I run out of plants because I did it to fill my free time, for fun. When it’s done and when people buy it, I feel satisfied.Alif Fitri via Twitter.

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Sammi Cheng forgives Andy Hui

Hong Kong singer and actress Sammi Cheng is forgiving her husband, Andy Hui, over a recent scandal. She will also not file for divorce.
She made the announcement through an Instagram post which also featured a verse from Corinthians.

Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance.
 1 Corinthians 13:7 NLT.
In the description of the post, an excerpt of which was translated by Hong Kong site DimSumDaily, she also called for the media not to bother her elderly parents regarding the matter.

â€˜This painful episode forms one of the most important lessons in our marriage. Both of us have been through numerous emotional upheavals over the years in our marriage. Happiness is fleeting, to be truly joyful in a marriage, we need to go through ups and downs. The key for a marriage to last forever is to truly understand each otherâ€™s weaknesses, to forgive and redress each other whenever one makes a mistake as no one is perfect in life. If both of us can overcome this challenging situation, I believe our marriage will be back on track and our lives will be more meaningful . Finally, I hope the media will give some room to my elderly parents as I have already made public my response. I will take one step at a time.â€™

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A post shared by  Sammi Cheng Sau Man (@sammi_chengsauman) on Apr 18, 2019 at 1:28am PDT

A video of compromising video of Hui kissing and hugging actress Jacqueline Wong in the back of a car was made public recently.
Hui took full responsibility and made a public apology for his actions, though the matter has raised privacy concerns.
Sourced via:1. DimSumDaily, April 18, 2019 (Sammi Cheng forgives Andy Hui by by posting on her Instagram account)


[Watch] Tiong King Sing Dancing With Locals Convinces Netizens He’s The Right Tourism Minister

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Not many Malaysians are happy with the new Cabinet line-up under the Unity Government, which was announced by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim yesterday (2 December).

The trimmed Cabinet list still managed to include new ministries and new faces, and only time can tell if the decision is well thought out.
READ MORE: [UPDATED WITH FULL LIST] Anwar Announces Cabinet Line-Up, Zahid Makes DPM
READ MORE: Losers Become Winners In Anwar’s 28-Minister Cabinet
Despite the outcome, an old video went viral and managed to make some Malaysians online chuckle.
The video showed Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing, who was recently named the Tourism Minister, allegedly dancing and connecting with Sarawakian locals during a Gawai celebration.
At some point, Tiong looked like he had to take a breather after lots of dancing and making merry with the people.
The Bintulu MP is also the president of the Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) and Dudong assemblyman.
PDP is one of the four component parties in Gabungan Parti Sarawak, along with Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB), Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) and Parti Rakyat Sarawak (PRS).
TOURISM IN MALAYSIA WILL BE LIT AS FUCK NEXT YEAR pic.twitter.com/d5oQ4LGlNy— Datuk Jahat Hensem (@datukhensem) December 2, 2022
Netizens jokingly said the humorous clip was proof enough that Tiong is the right person for the job as the Tourism Minister.
People online also thanked whoever resurfaced the video for brightening their day with a good laugh.
A netizen, believed to be a Sarawakian, shared that Tiong has always strongly fought for Sarawakians and respected their way of life. Netizens also said Tiong is the most helpful MP in Bintulu.
While partying may seem excessive to others, another netizen explained that it’s the Iban tradition to celebrate guests. Tiong surviving the celebration in a longhouse is considered a feat to some locals and he has garnered respect among them.
YB ni sepanjang PKP, is the one who stays with the rakyat, his people. One of the loudest YB in Sarawak fighting for the Sarawakian. From us the Sarawakian’s view, he is respecting our way of life here. We remember how he fights for the voiceless especially during Covid.— D. Nor (@DNorDouglas) December 3, 2022
Aku kan dah pasrah giler dah dapat menteri macam ni. Muka pun hauk nak jadi menteri pelancongan. Tak tahu lah apa yang dia nak naik tarafkan Pelancongan Malaysia. Better Dato Nancy 🥺— mhig (@nuraidahamizah2) December 2, 2022
Tradisi Masyarakat Iban meraikan Tetamu. Walaupun Dtk Tiong sangat sporting, he is the most helpful MP in Bintulu. Betul2 Jaga rakyat.— MyMalaysiaStory (@malaysia_story) December 2, 2022
Whoever who had to walk through the longhouse during a celebration and survived standing…. i salute.— Adrian Lee (@althing) December 2, 2022
Tak sokong mana2 but ini memang budaya/adat meraikan tetamu di rumah panjang. Mereka bukan buat hari2. Tengok suasana mcm YB dtg ke majlis di rumah panjang dan mempunyai hubungan yg baik dgn masyarakat di sana. Tuak/alkohpl mmg akan dihidangkan dlm semua acara terutama keramaian.— ا ت ا م (@bangsaabang92) December 3, 2022

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Is Sharing Photos Of Non-Halal Foods With Muslim Friends & Family OK? This Mixed Family Say YES!

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Have you ever felt awkward or unsure of sharing your experiences of tasting delicious foods and beverages or your favourite recipes with your friends and family just because it’s non-halal?

Well, one local interracial couple took some time this Chinese New Year to remind Malaysians that what we eat or drink shouldn’t be a thing that separates us, and how being considerate of others is the way to go to live a harmonious life in a multicultural society.
Twitter user and the former secretary to Selangor Exco, Daniel Teoh, shared a moment of self-reflection that his wife, Nur Hafizah, had while celebrating the festive season for the first time since their marriage.
My wife was quiet the night before the first day of CNY. It’s because she was writing this: https://t.co/iyVqSZhfp2 pic.twitter.com/n39rPGiwst— Daniel Teoh (@thedanielteoh) February 1, 2022
In her Facebook post, Nur Hafizah wrote of how her husband’s siblings had asked if it was okay to share images of non-halal foods on their family WhatsApp group – afraid that it might be sensitive for her.
This inspired Nur Hafizah to consider why it was definitely okay for them to do so, as well as, how it was important for us to understand and respect peoples values and beliefs without imposing our own ideals on them.
“My in-laws had asked my husband if it was I was okay with them sharing pictures of non-halal food on the family WhatsApp group. Of course, I’m fine with it,” wrote Nur Hafizah, appreciating how her non-Malay/Muslim family was being thoughtful of her feelings and beliefs despite her being a new member of the family.
She went on to share her observation of how non-Malays/Muslims in Malaysia would be considerate of the halals and harams associated with Islam and tried not to touch too much on things that might be sensitive.
I felt the calling to write about this, about how we as Malays often impose our beliefs or personal values on others without considering the cultures and beliefs of people from different religions, which often doesn’t interfere with our lives.Nur Hafizah via Facebook
Using alcohol as an example, Nur Hafizah believes that our differences shouldn’t be used as a tool for us to hate each other.
Take alcohol or liquor, for example, which has always been made into capital for racial politics in Malaysia. It’s definitely haram for Muslims, but alcohol has existed in the history of multiple races including the Arabs before it was forbidden by Islam. Even the Chinese have their own history and traditions involving alcohol. It’s served for guests as a show of respect, used in cooking and drank to warm the body up, used for medicine and others. No Chinese person likes or agrees with the practice of drunk driving. But we, without wanting to understand other people’s cultures, want to get rid of everything that is haram to us.Nur Hafizah via Facebook
She encourages everyone to be a little more tolerant of each other and always be respectful of others.
On festive days, when all of us are on holiday together, listen to Chinese New Year songs in shopping malls and on the radio, and wish each Xin Nian Kuai Le (Happy New Year) to our Chinese friends, it’ll be great for us to understand and respect each other in the truest sense.Nur Hafizah via Facebook

Nur Hafizah writing resonated with a lot of people on the internet who believes that embracing other cultures and beliefs is a recipe that defines what our country is all about.
Malaysians, full of love. Let us stay that way. #TeamMalaysia always. https://t.co/Z6wB2TS2s8— Zi-Han 🏴 (@zizihan) February 1, 2022
Let’s embrace and respect our differences. That is one of the wonderful things about Malaysia♥ Just be kind to one another. #KungHeiFatChoi #2022 https://t.co/ddsVTFi7wi— Dr Wan @wanscatharsis (@wanscatharsis) February 2, 2022
Others also took time to share their own experiences of living in an accepting and respectful community here in Malaysia.
True. My Chinese friends are so considerate. Since we’re lunch buddies, they always chose to eat at halal restaurants. Im okay if they want to tapao pork or non halal things and eat tgt at the pantry but they said its okay. They said they like chicken more than pork anyway 😂😂 https://t.co/zM67huCNQN— Introvert Alien (@IntrovertAlien1) February 2, 2022
Good sharing! Myself a Cina who don’t take beef okay jer sit together with my Muslim frens yang makan beef .. ada juga some of my Muslim frens kasitau which lauk is beef etc. . they know I don’t take beef https://t.co/gMRQsfb93X— AuntyWIN (@KA_2604) February 2, 2022

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New Malaysian Billionaires Join Forbes’ List During Pandemic

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According to Forbes’ 2021 Billionaires list, Malaysia now has 16 billionaires. Four are new to the list, namely Tan Yu Yeh at #1,750 (Mr D.I.Y, US$1.8 billion), Tan Sri G. Gnanalingam at #1,833 (Westport, US$1.7 billion), Tan Eng Kee at #2,524 (Greatech, US$1.1 billion), and Tan Yu Wei at #2,524 (Mr D.I.Y, US$1.1 billion).

Two of these new billionaires hail from Mr D.I.Y, our own local home improvement retailer, which raised an unprecedented RM1.5 billion when they went on the public stock market in 2020.
There’s gold in every hill, pandemic or not
Every Malaysian billionaire save one saw an increase in their net worth this year when compared to 2020.
(Credit: Forbes)
In fact, even though the world is going through a health crisis, almost every billionaire globally increased their net worth. 86% of all billionaires worldwide are richer than they were a year ago.
A whopping 660 new billionaires joined the ranks since last year, an unprecedented amount ever. Now, the number of billionaires in the world total at 2,755. Altogether these billionaires are worth $13.1 trillion, up from $8 trillion in 2020.
Malaysia’s richest men
These 16 Malayisan billionaires own a total of US$50.8 billion in combined net worth, or around 13% of the entire country’s GDP in 2020.
Although “Sugar King” Robert Kuok is technically Malaysia’s richest man with a net worth of US$12.6 billion, Forbes lists him in Hong Kong as he is currently based there.
Officially, Malaysia’s richest billionaire is Tan Sri Quek Leng Chan of Hong Leong Group. His net worth is valued at US$9.7 billion (RM40 billion) compared to US$9.2 billion (RM39.9 billion) last year. Despite the increase in his net worth, his ranking dropped drastically from being #147 globally to #243 this year.
This is why your parents always said banking makes good money.(Credit: Tan Sri Quek Leng Chan/Facebook)
Our second richest billionaire is Tan Sri T. Ananda Krishnan, who owns Astro, at #476 richest. His net worth is US$5.8 billion.
Third is Tan Sri Teh Hong Piow at #486 who owns Public Bank Bhd with a net worth of US$5.7 billion. Fourth, Datuk Lee Yeow Chor and brother Lee Yeow Seng at #550, who own IOI Group with a net worth of US$5.1 billion.

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Govt Considering Implementing WFH As Permanent Option For Civil Service

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The government is seriously considering to continue implementing Work From Home (WFH) as a “new normal” option for the civil service. This is part of an effort to boost the productivity of public servants in the context of the current and changing external factors.
While admitting that the matter would need a detailed study to ensure objectives are met, Chief Secretary to the Government Datuk Seri Mohd Zuki Ali said that the movement control order (MCO) has proved that the civil service can function effectively while working under WFH and flexible WFH models.
Starting with the directive for work from home on all civil servants, it later shifted to only specific cases. In both situations, impact on productivity was minimal, and the civil service continued to support the reopening of the economic and business sectors.Datuk Seri Mohd Zuki Ali via Malay Mail
He said that two objectives have been identified, mitigating risks in terms of contamination and spread of diseases, and managing employee performance by balancing work and family life and improving job satisfaction and productivity.
He added that points that needed to be looked into were digital technology support, information security, compatibility with specified service schemes, legal implications, and other related benefits such as leave and holidays.

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