[Watch] Catcalled, Hit And Bitten Near Publika, Woman Was Assaulted By Two Men On A Motorcycle

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A graphic designer known as Lucid Soda recently got assaulted by two men on a motorcycle last night around 9pm.

She shared her terrifying ordeal on her Instagram to alert others about the incident around the Publika area.
She was walking to Publika with her friend when they got catcalled by two men on a motorcycle.
They tried to ignore the men but the men rode against the traffic towards them from the back once more.

Lucid and her friend were on the walkway in front of a condominium with a rail separating them from the road so they thought they would be relatively safe.
However, the men turned up on the walkway and walked toward them. Lucid and her friend started screaming to draw attention and yelled at the men to leave them alone.
Lucid started recording when they walked past a school but the men kept following them on the motorcycle.
When the men rode up ahead, Lucid’s friend realised the men picked up something from the road and turned back towards them.
Lucid and her friend decided to move up to the main road but realised they would be open to attacks there.
When they went back to the school, the man in the white shirt jumped off the bike and started attacking them.
Lucid said the man slipped and fell when he tried to take a swing at them with a large stick. She took the opportunity to beat him up but he bit her arm in the process.
Image: @lucidsoda/ IG
Seeing that his friend was attacked, the other man on the bike tried to attack her and managed to hit her with the stick as she tried to run away.
Fortunately, the security guard at the school opened the gate for Lucid and her friend while the men escaped.
Lucid immediately lodged a police report at Jinjang police station and went for a medical checkup at the hospital.
Lucid shared pictures of the wound on her back and the bite marks she got. She suffered a minor muscle tear and soft tissue injury.
According to her police report, the men tried to snatch her phone too. Luckily, Lucid and her friend did not lose any of their belongings and valuables.
Image: @lucidsoda/ IG
Netizens voiced their support
Netizens said they were sorry that such a horrible thing happened to her and hoped that she was doing ok.
They also hoped that the authorities would take serious action against the men.
Image: @lucidsoda/ IG
Aside from the supportive messages, Lucid shared on her Instagram Story that she has received inappropriate messages from netizens regarding the incident.
One of them laughed and said the bite marks were just the man practising BDSM on her.
Another person didn’t believe Lucid’s story and claimed that it happened because she angered one of her clients and they hired men to assault her. The message was also laden with racism against Russian, Ukrainian and Vietnamese women.
Lucid said the assumptions made were horrible but she doesn’t owe anyone an explanation about her life because she keeps her private life private.
Hopefully, the men will be apprehended soon.
Image: @lucidsoda/ IG
Image: @lucidsoda/ IG

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Magical Musical Film About Langkawi Legend Mahsuri Finally Streams Locally After International Acclaim

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The award-winning short film, Mahsuri (& Other Peculiar Tales) that recently garnered international acclaim will finally be screened online!

Produced by British-Malaysian theatre company Liver & Lung (the same people behind Sepet The Musical), this ticketed (RM15) musical short will be broadcasted online on the Peatix Live platform for only three nights (8 – 10 January 2021).
Mahsuri (& Other Peculiar Tales) poster.(Credit: Liver & Lung Productions)
The magic of Mahsuri (& Other Peculiar Tales)
Mahsuri (& Other Peculiar Tales) is a musical short that depicts the legend of Mahsuri (Badrika Baluch), a Malaysian tale of a beautiful woman wrongly accused of adultery.
For those unfamiliar with Langkawi’s legendary tale, Mahsuri was known as the most beautiful woman on the island but envy by others led to accusations of adultery and she was executed by stabbing.
But white blood flowed from the deadly wound, signifying her innocence. As she bled to death, Mahsuri cursed Langkawi with seven generations of bad luck  – which was coincidentally followed by failed crops and a slew of invasions by Siam.
The film’s soundtrack blends South and Southeast Asian sounds with contemporary musical theatre elements to reimagine the legend, documenting Mahsuri’s arrival in Langkawi, her romance with the warrior Wan Derus (Joshua Gui) and her untimely death at the hands of her evil mother-in-law, Mahura (Nabilah Hamid).
Credit: Liver & Lung Productions
This particular staging will be quite interesting as it is positioned as a pilot for a multi-episode musical TV series, where each episode of the series would explore a different Asian legend.
The premise of the film begins with five students in detention who find themselves locked in an eerie classroom and one of them stumbles upon a mysterious book called Mahsuri (& Other Peculiar Tales).
Adam stumbles upon a book of old Asian legends.(Credit: Liver & Lung Productions)
As the student, Adam (Badrish Isdin), begins reading the book, the classroom and its occupants morph into 18th century Langkawi where Adam must now help the magical Mahsuri escape from the wrath of her mother in law.
Credit: Liver & Lung Productions
The film directed and composed by Liver & Lung co-founder, Shafeeq Shajahan is based on the company’s 2016 stage production of the same name, which won the Boh Cameronian Arts Award for Innovation in Musical Theatre in 2017.
The accolades then continued with the new musical production named a finalist at the 2020 Short Shorts Film Festival in Tokyo and its soundtrack launched earlier this month on Spotify met with critical acclaim and commercial success.
The film adaptation has been gestating in my mind for a while so I’m so happy that we are finally releasing it to the world. I’ve always believed in the importance of remembering our roots. The Malaysian identity is diverse and colourful and as a film and theatre-maker, I feel a responsibility to keep reintroducing Malaysian stories to new audiences in contemporary & exciting ways.Shafeeq Shajahan, Director & Liver & Lung co-founder.
So, if you’re ready to be transported to an adventure filled with mystery and magic, book your tickets now at the Liver & Lung website (HERE).

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Renew Your Passport In 45 Minutes With ‘MyOnline Passport’ Kiosk, Now In Selangor

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You can get your passport in just 45 minutes, compared to an hour previously, using the ‘MyOnline Passport’ kiosk at the Immigration Department in Selangor.
The facility is available at the Immigration Department’s office in Urban Transformation Center (UTC).
The move is in line with the increase in the number of passport applications, which is can reach 2,900 a day and up to 60,000 a month.
i buat kat utc selangor. mmg ramai org huhu semalam no giliran habis. harini seharian suntuk kat sana. datang before 8, balik kul 4 lebih tapi tak dapat gak passport sbb ada masalah tertentu hahaha— ⑰ (@legendofsebong) August 13, 2022
The Immigration Department said in a statement that the initiative aligns with the progress and development of today’s digital world.
The facility is available to applicants aged 13 years and above and is not applying for passports for the first time, except for senior citizens and people with disabilities (OKU).
Immigration Department staff assisting an applicant in using the kiosk. (Pix: Facebook)
It is also for individuals whose passport is lost or damaged and students aged 21 and under who wish to continue their study abroad.
The Immigration Department said it would roll out the service to all states.
READ MORE: Immigration Offices Change Operating Hours Again, As Fewer Malaysians Apply For Passports At Night
Hopefully, it would reduce the constant complaints of long lines and waiting times at the Immigration Department offices.
Walaweh!! Imigresen shah alam… Sesak… Staff ramai cuti ni kan?? Aircond pon da x brasa…macam sauna… Tolongla improve sistem… Jagan la cmni… Mana staff yg ramai² tu… #imigresen #shahalam pic.twitter.com/SxYXXKZmcy— mira hashim (@mirahashim86) June 8, 2022
Tambah sesak sebab UTC dah tak bukak sampai malam. Orang yg kerja oun susah nak dtg kalau weekdays. So semua tertumpu on weekend jela https://t.co/sQIEOHA0BU— 🇲🇾 (@_eijaaa) May 21, 2022

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Majority Of Terminal Diseases Patients Are From The B40 Group, Says Health Minister

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The majority of critical disease patients such as cancer, heart and lung-related ailments in the country are from the B40 group.

Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin Abu Bakar said that this was down to tobacco usage.
“This is because the B40 group is the (main) target group for the sale of tobacco products by these companies,” Khairy was quoted as saying by Sinar Harian.
He said this after launching the Health Ministry’s latest website, KKMNOW, an expansion of the CovidNow portal which features data and updates for the public.
The Rembau MP said that the portal is a collaboration between the ministry and the Statistics Department in order for the public to better understand the country’s healthcare system and situation.
According to New Straits Times, the data made available on the portal includes the nationwide medicine stocks, blood availability, hospital bed usage, diseases statistics and ambulance response time from MERS999.
Khairy also said that the health ministry hoped to include road accident data from the police, floods and other related agencies in the future.
“You may ask why or how traffic accidents or floods are related to the ministry. As we know accidents may have casualties and their treatment may need blood.
“Floods too are known to spread diseases, thus, it’s relevant data for the ministry,” said Khairy.

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All Schools Nationwide Reopening On 20 Jan, Including In CMCO Areas

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The Education Ministry (MOE) has announced that all educational institutions nationwide, including those in Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO) areas, will reopen on 20 January 2021.

In a statement released on 2 Jan, MOE said that the opening dates for public schools can be referred to the ministry’s School Calendar Year 2021 schedule online (HERE) while private educational institutions (IPS) opening dates are subject to their respective academic calendars.
The 2021 school year in government schools and government-assisted schools will be from Jan 20 to Dec 9 for states in Group A (Johor, Kedah, Kelantan and Terengganu) and from Jan 20 to Dec 10 for states in Group B (all other states and territories).
The reopening directive also applies to international schools.
With the reopening of schools and academic institutions, MOE stresses that their operations will be in accordance to:
Guidelines for School Management and Operation in New NormsGuidelines for the Management and Operation of Teacher Education Institutes and Matriculation Colleges in New Norms.
MOE also states that it will continue to monitor the operation of educational institutions together with the Health Ministry (MOH) and the National Security Council (MKN) to ensure that the health and safety of educational institutions are given top priority.

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This “5 Minute Instant Noodle Pad Thai” Went Viral. Does It Work? [Review]

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Pad Thai is a sweet and savory Thai dish that includes stir-frying flat rice noodles with shrimp, peanuts, scrambled eggs, and bean sprouts.

Now, this is the normal Pad Thai that I bought at a Thai Restaurant. Just to get a taste of what’s to expect. Credit: Melissa Suraya Ismail
It is a popular dish in Thailand cuisine along with Tom Yum, Pad Kra Prao, and Som Tam. Most Thai food combines the flavor of sweetness, savouriness, sourness, and spiciness.
Recently, a Singaporean singer, Nathan Hartono has tried making a simple Pad Thai trick to kickstart his first reels on Instagram.
He made the video to promote his song called “Simple” in which the Pad Thai hack was fairly easy to make.
The teenage heartthrob made a simple tutorial by using instant noodles as a substitute for flat rice noodles.
He apologized to his Thai followers saying “Sorry Thai followers, not actually Pad Thai but close enough for a 5 minute one”.
However, as effortless as it is, does it work though? Is it cap or no cap?
I personally tried his simple hack, and here’s how it goes.
Instant 5-Minute Pad Thai Recipe
Now, this is the one that I made from scratch. You could say I’m sort of a chef now. *wink*Credit: Melissa Suraya Ismail

https://www.tiktok.com/@melsuemail98/video/7028097150517136666?is_copy_url=1&is_from_webapp=v1

Here’s a step-by-step process to accompany the short 30-second video (link above) I made on the recipe.
Ingredients? Fairly simple. You will need :  One ‘MAMA Shrimp Creamy Tom Yum Flavour’ instant noodle (I can’t find it at the supermarket, so I used the closest flavor I can find)A scoop of peanut butterAn eggA fistful of bean sproutsOne limeChopped spring onions Chopped bird’s eye chilies (‘Cili Padi’)
The ingredients are not that much, honestly. Credit: Melissa Suraya Ismail
2. While boiling the water in a pot, grab a spoonful of peanut butter and mix it evenly with the noodle’s seasoning in a bowl.
3. When it’s ready, cook the noodles for about 3 minutes and then add in the egg after the noodle is soft. You can stir the egg so that the egg yolk will be evenly distributed among the noodles.
4. Drain the cooked noodles, and mix them with the peanut seasoning mixture earlier.
5. Add in the bean sprouts, chopped spring onions, the chilies, and mix them well.
6. Finally, squeeze the lime on top of the dish to give it a tang of sourness to complete the dish.
7. Hey! Don’t forget to take pictures first! You know, one for the gram. 😉 Our followers have to know that we can cook now, don’t we? Sorry, I’m just obnoxious, that’s all.
And cut! We’re done! Roll down the curtains! *cue the credit roll*
Tadaaa! Looks scrumptious, doesn’t it? Credit: Melissa Suraya Ismail
Now that the 5-minute hack is done, and yes it really took around that little time, except for the photoshoot part of course.
The Verdict
It’s not that awesome, BUT with certain additions, it might actually work.
Great recipe, I applaud the simple steps and how quickly it took to prepare it.
However, it doesn’t taste as mind-blowing as I’d hoped it would be.
There’s just something missing, which may be the crunchiness of the peanuts. You can give it a try with chunky peanut butter if you’d like.
A commercial Pad Thai has a lot of vegetables and sauces to add to the mixed flavor.Credit: Flickr
Or it might be the spiciness of the normal seasoning. Don’t get me wrong, an occasional bite on the chilies does sting, but it’s just not incorporated well in the dish.
A dash of chili powder or flakes might save the dish. Or maybe paprika. Hey, your dish, your choice, really. Freedom to choose and all sorts.
The bean sprouts are very raw and fresh, yes, but I’d recommend you to cook it by boiling it a bit with the noodles, not too long though. We just wanna get the right amount of vegetable crunch.
A real Pad Thai actually has A LOT of ingredients.Credit: Flickr
But hey, everyone has different taste buds, right? So if you’re keen on non-spicy but savory and sweet stuff, then this is perfect for you.
Other than some modifications, I’d say that this dish is definitely worth a try.
Do try it out and give us a heads up on your reaction to it. Is it really worth it?

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HFMD Cases On The Rise, Doctor Shares Tips And Debunks Myths

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Since May of last year, several states have recorded an increase in Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease (HFMD) cases, including Selangor, Sabah, and Johor.

On May 20, Malay Mail reported Director-General of Health, Datuk Dr. Muhammad Radzi Abu Hassan noted that the number of cases nationwide had exceeded the national warning level of 1,150 cases per week in Epidemiological Week (EW) 19.
It is also understood that there are currently 170 clusters that have caused many children to fall ill, resulting in parents struggling to care for their HFMD-infected children.
Despite the alarming numbers and the prevalence of this disease, many parents are unfortunately ill informed about it and do not know what to do when faced with this viral infection.
In a statement, the Head of the Department of Pediatrics at the International Medical University (IMU), Dr Erwin Khoo, shared three important facts about HFMD together with useful tips for parents.
HFMD Is Highly Contagious, Virus Can Remain Dormant For 2 Weeks
According to Khoo, the common symptoms include fever, mouth sores, and rashes.
HFMD and chickenpox are examples of viral exanthems (rashes or skin inflammation caused by viral infections).
Unlike chickenpox, the rash usually does not appear on the body but rather on the hands and feet, and sometimes on the knees, elbows, and buttocks.

The cause of HFMD is the virus, usually Coxsackie A16 and Enterovirus 71. These viruses can be found in the respiratory tract and feces, as well as in the fluid-filled blisters that form on the hands and feet. The viruses can easily survive on hard surfaces for several days. The incubation period is usually between 3 to 7 days and can last up to two weeks. This makes HFMD highly contagious among close contacts and in situations where toys and utensils are shared, or when hand hygiene is not practiced properly, especially after changing soiled diapers.
Dr Erwin Khoo
Did You Know..Adults Can Also Contract HDMF?
While many see HFMD as a disease that only affects children (as most cases involve children under the age of 6), adults can also contract it just like any child out there.
Additionally, while the common belief is that adults will experience severe symptoms, studies have found that adults typically only have milder symptoms.
And, infected adults, like children, can transmit the virus to others.
An example, according to Khoo, would be those working in childcare centers with HFMD cases that can bring the virus home, eventually infecting their partners, children, and elderly.
He also noted that it is not impossible to contract HFMD more than once due to different strains, and immunity to enteroviruses is temporary.

Unfortunately There Is No Specific Cure Or Treatment For HFMD.
It is also important to note that there is no way to prevent HFMD.
Although different viruses can cause HFMD, there is no specific treatment or medication to reduce the symptoms and the available methods only aim to alleviate the symptoms.
Khoo also warned against some commonly shared remedies, such as bathing with coarse salt or soaking in enzyme-based water, as they can irritate the skin.
He also noted that there is no evidence to suggest that these methods speed up the usual healing process, which typically takes between 7 to 10 days.
So, What Can Parents Do?
Having a child with HFMD at home immediately suggests that the parents need to be more cautious and vigilant about limiting contact with the infected individual and practicing good hand hygiene.
Similar to the preventive measures taken during a pandemic, parents and caregivers should wash their hands or use hand sanitizers frequently, especially after caring for an HFMD-infected child.
Common areas in the house should also be regularly disinfected, and sharing food and utensils should be avoided.
Khoo also noted that touching one’s eyes or nose should also be avoided.
These measures should be continued for up to 10 days.
Additionally, he advised that confirmed HFMD cases in children should stay at home to prevent the spread of the infection to others.
However, he stressed that extreme measures such as isolating the child in a separate room are excessive and not necessary because the HFMD-causing virus does not spread through the air like other respiratory infections.
Extra Steps That Parents Can Follow.

Treat fever by giving paracetamol or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), which can also help reduce pain and inflammation from mouth ulcers. However, parents should seek advice from a pediatric specialist before giving NSAIDs to their children.
Provide the child with easily swallowed foods such as soups and rice porridge as alternatives to solid foods that require chewing.
Prevent dehydration by giving the child their favorite beverages or juices.
Soothe mouth ulcers with cool snacks such as ice cream, yogurt, and jelly. Mouth rinses without alcohol and mouth gels can also help.
Bathe frequently to relieve itching and gently dry with a towel to prevent the blisters from bursting (if present). Avoid harsh soaps and rough scrubs that can further irritate the skin.
Avoid using air conditioning at night (if possible). Mouth ulcers can become more painful due to reduced saliva production in drier environments. If the weather is hot, it is more helpful to use a humidifier or place a bowl of water to ensure a moist environment. If the pain prevents the patient from resting, seek advice from a pediatric specialist regarding the use of pain relievers even without a fever.

Serious Complications Caused By HFMD.
In most cases, home recovery with over-the-counter treatments is sufficient to relieve symptoms such as fever, rashes or red spots on the hands or feet, and mouth ulcers.

Although the spots are not itchy, the ulcers in the mouth can be painful and prevent children from drinking, eating, and swallowing normally. This can lead to dehydration and, in serious cases, require medical treatment.
Dr Erwin Khoo
If this occurs, parents can take the following steps:

If the child is urinating less, has a dry mouth, and lacks tears when crying, these are signs of severe dehydration and require immediate medical treatment.
Seek immediate medical treatment if symptoms such as rapid breathing, confusion, drowsiness, dizziness, stiff neck, seizures, fever lasting more than three (3) days, and refusal to eat or drink occur.
Although not common, HFMD can cause viral meningitis. It is best to consult a doctor to prevent this complication.

In conclusion, although this situation is understandably distressing, Khoo suggests that it can be helpful to view it from a different perspective.

If you can arrange to take leave with a doctor’s referral to your employer, stay at home and spend time with your child. There are times when we don’t realize how quickly our children grow up.
Dr Erwin Khoo

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[Watch] KL Biker’s Hilarious “Reporting” Of Road Accident Garners Praise

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Recently, a motorcyclist’s reaction to an accident on the New Klang Valley Expressway (NKVE) went viral online.

In the video, Louis Dorall could be seen waving oncoming cars to the other lanes and away from the accident site while making hilarious quips.
The situation got funnier when he ran over to the overturned vehicle to check the number plate and found that it was missing.
His laidback and hilarious reaction to the situation entertained netizens who praised his “reporting” style, especially when he realized he couldn’t pass the number plate info to the police and that the driver seemingly ran away.
Screenshot from Louis’s TikTok video.
What actually went down that night
On 24 April, Louis was on his way home from Genting Highlands with his wife and a friend when they spotted an overturned car around 11.55pm after exiting the Duke Highway heading towards the Jalan Duta toll plaza.
There were no authorities on the scene yet so they decided to stop and see if they could help.
Louis called 999 for the police and was asked to check if anyone needed an ambulance. He then ran over to the crash site to check and confirm no ambulance was needed.
Some men from a silver Perodua Axia stopped and got out of their car while a woman and her two children seemingly argued with another man, believed to be the driver.
After talking to a group of good samaritans, he found out that they have called the highway authorities.
However, there was another issue regarding the oncoming cars. Using his marshal and first responder skill, he helped to divert the cars onto the safer lanes by waving an LED light that he carries everywhere in his riding vest.
He told TRP that he picked up the skill when he attended a course under MM Safety Riding Academy, which is linked with PDRM.
After reading the comments on the viral video, Louis admitted that he should have stood on the other side of the road so that the other road users could see him better.
  @trpmsia “…Families returning from Raya man, gotta make sure they’re safe!” We got the fella on the phone for a quickie about what was he thinking!? He got off his bike and helped divert traffic for an accident. Suddenly, he was all alone! Here’s his thoughts & some dos and donts. #beritaditiktok #beritaterkini #beritatiktok #malaysianews #malaysiafacts #beritahariini #newsattiktok #trendingnewsmalaysia #viral #tiktokmalaysia #fypmalaysia #xyz #reels #shorts #tahukahanda #learnontiktok #edutok #safety #eksiden #jalanduta #nkve #matmoto #motosikal #kingzmalaysia #InspirasiRaya #terkini #lawak #lawakmalaysia #vlog #funny #raya #raya2023 #motivation #inspiration #motorcycle #culture #abang #traffik #info ♬ original sound  – TRPMsia
The viral video took place around 12.18am after he realized everyone had left and his wife saw the driver leaving with the group in the Perodua Axia.
He continued diverting the traffic on his own when a tow truck appeared, followed by a group of young people with walkie-talkies.
The tow truck operator said he wasn’t called but was passing by when he spotted the wreckage.
Louis said the police assistance he called from the 999 line did not turn up within the time span.
Since it was getting late and he didn’t want to keep his wife waiting at the side of the road, they left the scene around 12.30am.
According to Utusan, Sentul police chief Assistant Commissioner Beh Eng Lai confirmed getting a report regarding the accident at 12.15am.
Investigations revealed that the accident involving a Toyota Avanza driven by a local 31-year-old man took place at 11.55pm.
The Avanza driver lost control of his vehicle and hit the road barrier on the left before spinning and hitting the left side of a Honda Civic.
The Honda Civic that was driven by a 40-year-old man then overturned from the impact.
The police said no one was injured and the case is being investigated under Rule 10 LN166/59.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Jalan Tun H S Lee Traffic Police Station at 03-20719999 or the Kuala Lumpur Police Hotline at 03-20260267/69 or any nearby police station.

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MCO: No More 10KM Travel Limit, Says Ismail Sabri

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The 10KM travel limit imposed for the Movement Control Order (MCO) will be lifted during the extension to 4th March, announced Senior Minister (Defence) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob.

However, inter-district and interstate travel will still not be allowed. This means that there will only be free travel within the same district.
Additionally, states under the MCO will still have a restriction of two people in a car while the other states have no restrictions on the number of people in a vehicle, based on its capacity.
The MCO has been extended to 4th March for KL, Selangor, Johor, and Penang while the remaining states are under CMCO. Only Perlis and Sarawak are under RMCO.
READ MORE: MCO2.0: Extended Until 4th March In KL, Selangor, Johor, Penang Only

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Schools To Reopen Soon Under Strict SOPs, Says MOE

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The Ministry of Education (MOE) is preparing for the eventual reopening of schools and education facilities across the country.
Education Minister Dr. Mohd Radzi Jidin explained that the ministry had been conducting tests and trial runs to determine appropriate hygiene and social distancing standard operating procedures (SOPs) for schools that would be made public, soon.
According to the minister, guidelines would include having occupancy limits for each classroom and other SOPs for lunchtime and extracurricular activities.
For instance, Mohd Radzi revealed that classrooms would only be limited to a maximum of 16 to 17 students and that lunch meals at school canteens would be packaged and segregated accordingly to ensure cleanliness and safety.
The minister says that these guidelines will first be implemented when secondary Form 5 and Form 6 students are scheduled to return to school to undertake their final year exams in August.
Form 5 and Form 6 students are set to take their SPM and STPM exams in August 2020 and the first quarter of 2021 respectively.(Credit: Reuters/Malay Mail)
For months, public and private schools in the country were shut down following the implementation of the Movement Control Order (MCO) in light of the Covid-19 pandemic.
MOE had also announced the cancellation of 2020â€™s UPSR (Standard 6) and PT3 (Form 3) exams and postponed this yearâ€™s Form 5 SPM, and SVM exams, as well as the Form 6 STPM and STAM semester finals.
Though classrooms are still closed, teachers have been ordered back to work following loosened restrictions under the Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO)
Notably, teachers, students, and even parents have been taking part in some manner of online or at-home learning sessions during the extended lockdown period.
MOE said that the ministry was making efforts to supplement students’ technological needs to participate in online classes to allow learning to continue despite the current scenario.

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Schools To Remain Closed, Exams Postponed Or Cancelled


F&B Handlers, Eatery Workers In Selangor Must Wear Face Mask From 1 January

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Selangor is enforcing a mask mandate on food and beverage handlers, which will include all workers at restaurants and eateries from 1 January 2023.

This measure, according to the Selayang Municipal Council (MPS), is a directive from the Selangor state government.
In a Facebook post, MPS said the directive is being put in place to ensure cleanliness.
The mandatory mask order will result in compounds if it is violated.
It is also among the conditions set for an operating licence to get approved, MPS said.
Based on some of the comments on the post, many appeared unhappy over the new ruling.

Malaysia previously relaxed its mask mandate as the country entered the transition to endemicity phase.
It is still required aboard public transportation, at hospitals and health facilities as well as encouraged in crowded places.
The Kajang Municipal Council made the same announcement several days ago, saying the wearing of face masks by those who handle food was to ensure the safety and cleanliness of the foods served.

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8 UOB Branches Close Temporarily Until End Of MCO

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8 United Overseas Bank (UOB) branches will be closed starting today (20 April 2020) until the end of the movement control order (MCO), says UOB Malaysia chief executive officer Wong Kim Choong.
The affected branches are located in Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Pahang, and Sabah.
These branches are closing due to significantly reduced traffic since the implementation of the MCO. However, all self-service banking facilities will still be available such as the ATMs and cash, cheque, and coin deposit machines. These machines will abide by the new hours set for the MCO, which is 8am to 8pm daily.
The eight branches are:1. Medan Pasar, Kuala Lumpur2. Jalan Imbi, Kuala Lumpur3. Kota Damansara, Selangor4. Shah Alam, Selangor5. Ijok, Selangor6. Raub, Pahang7. Bentong, Pahang8. Sandakan, Sabah
The Medan Pasar branch is completely closed, including its self-service machines, because of the enhanced MCO placed on the nearby Masjid India area.

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Thai Cops Arrest ‘Jho Low 2’ Tedy Teow, Founder Of The Shady MBI International

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Police in Sadao district, Thailand, have arrested a Malaysian businessman for allegedly engaging in money laundering through online gambling in the country’s south.

Teow Wooi Huat, 55, also known as Tedy, was arrested at his MBI Group headquarters in Dan Nok near the border checkpoint in Sadao district in the southern province early Friday morning, the Bangkok Post reported.
Malaysian businessman Tedy Teow held in Thailand for money laundering — Bangkok Post https://t.co/Dx619R9HJk #ScamFraud— Investors Diurnal: Financial Magazine (@InvestorsDiurn1) July 23, 2022
The arrest was made after an investigation into online gambling activities in Songkhla, Nakhon Si Thammarat and other southern provinces linked to the man.
The businessman is the founder of the MBI Group, which operates an entertainment complex, including a resort, at 100-rai in Dan Nok.
His MBI International Sdn Bhd also operated several businesses in Malaysia.

The Unrepentant Conman
The local police had been hunting for Teow since early 2021 over a Macau scam syndicate.
It is unclear how he was able to cross the border into Thailand and live a lavish lifestyle.
#BHkes Suspek utama, Teddy Teow disyaki sudah melarikan diri ke Danok, Thailand namun dua anaknya dipercayai masih berada dalam negara https://t.co/oQD4RHlkDP— Berita Harian (@bharianmy) January 3, 2021
Malaysian authorities previously arrested the man in 2017 for drug offences.
In August 2011, Teow and his son Chee Chow were sentenced to one day in jail and fined RM90,000 and RM70,000, respectively, for defrauding investors in the Island Red Cafe franchise business.
In Malaysia, Teow is regarded as ‘Jho Low 2’, the main mastermind behind the misappropriation of billions of dollars from the 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) fund.
Like Jho Low, Teow comes from Penang and is known to often mix with celebrities and even a former top cop.
Mr prisednt @datoacmizal bersama Tan sri Musa Hassan & Mr Teddy Teow di #MBI 7th Anniversary Celebration pic.twitter.com/G2UGbxfhnG— ACTV (@PeaceyallFM) April 21, 2016
Based on a report issued by the South China Morning Post, Teow is wanted over links to money laundering amounting to RM336 million (US$83 million) in Macau.
Police believe Teow was the main mastermind behind the scam in Macau and tricked people into investing in non-existent companies.
The investment passed through a series of accounts before being used to buy luxury properties in Malaysia and Thailand.
In addition, the monies were also used to invest in cryptocurrencies.
His company made headlines in Malaysia in October 2019 when scores of Chinese nationals rallied outside the embassy in Kuala Lumpur, claiming they had lost their life savings to the firm.

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Updated SOP For Prayer & Akad Nikah Activities In The Federal Territories

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The Federal Government again updated its standard operating procedures (SOP) and guidelines for Muslim related activities in Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO) enforced areas across all Federal Territories – Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya and Labuan.

The following SOP changes comes into effect from November 6 onwards;
Friday and fard prayers
Green and yellow zones
Congregational Friday prayers allowed only at mosques and suraus in green and yellow zone areas with attendance limited to ⅓ of the building’s prayer hall capacity.Congregational fard prayers (5 daily prayers) at mosques and suraus are allowed in green and yellow zone areas with attendance limited to a maximum of 30 people.Physical distancing and hygiene guidelines must be maintained at all times.
Red zones
Congregational Friday prayers in red zone areas are strictly limited to a maximum attendance of 12 people.Congregational fard prayer at mosques and suraus are limited only to the attendance of 3 people.Physical distancing and hygiene guidelines required.
Solemnization
Solemnization or Akad Nikah ceremonies are only allowed in mosques and premises in green and yellow zone areas approved by the Federal Territories Islamic Religious Department (Jawi).Attendance is strictly limited to a maximum of 30 people.Physical distancing and hygiene guidelines must be strictly observed.Wedding photographers and the likes are allowed at ceremonies while not subjected to the 30-people attendance limit.
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Malls and shopping complex
Suraus and prayer facilities at malls and shopping centres in green and yellow zones are allowed and encouraged to open to allow for Muslim fulfil their religious duties, provided that SOP is followed.
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Federal suggestions
Suraus and prayer facilities at malls and shopping centres in green and yellow zones are allowed and encouraged to open to allow for Muslims fulfil their religious duties, provided that SOP is followed.
Mosques and suraus are also suggested to designate special prayer areas for those who work in the gig-economy as e-hailing service drivers and riders.
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Those living outside the Federal Territories can refer to SOP and guidelines made by their respective state religious authority.

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All Schools Nationwide To Close For Rest Of The Year Starting Tomorrow

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The Ministry of Education (MOE) has decided to close all schools nationwide for the rest of the year, starting from tomorrow (9 November)
According to Senior Minister (Education) Mohd Radzi Md Jidin, this ruling includes vocational colleges as well. For schools located in Group A states, the closure will end on 17 December 2020, while schools located in Group B states will close until 18 December 2020.
FYI, Group A states are Johor, Kedah, Kelantan, and Terengganu – states that set Friday and Saturday as weekends. While Group B states are all other states and areas which set Saturday and Sunday as weekends.
He said the decision was made after taking into account the third wave surge of Covid-19 cases in the country, and the subsequent conditional movement control order (CMCO) announcement by Senior Minister (Defence) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob yesterday (7 November).
READ MORE: CMCO Enforced Across Peninsular Malaysia Except In Perlis, Pahang & Kelantan From November 9
Despite there being no CMCO implemented in Kelantan, Pahang, and Perlis, the MOE has decided to close all schools in those states as well, including those in Sarawak, to control the further spread of the Covid-19 virus.
Mohd Radzi said that for the entire period of the closure, teaching and learning (Pelajaran dan Pembelajaran, PdP) will continue using the home-based-learning method, according to the suitability of teachers and students.
He added that school administrators will need to ensure that teachers and students implement teaching and learning activities at home, while all teachers are expected to remain at their respective duty stations during this time.
For students in boarding schools, parents and guardians are required to fetch them home. However, students will be allowed to continue to stay in the hostel while waiting to be fetched.
During this period, students will be under the supervision of the hotel wardens, and meals will be provided by the school.
All schools nationwide will reopen when the school term begins on 20 January 2021.
All primary school students, as well as secondary schools students in Form 1, 4, 5 and 6, and Vocational College students will begin face-to-face learning at their schools on 20 January 2021.
Meanwhile, Form 2 and Form 3 students will also begin their school term on 20 January 2021, but using the Home-Based Learning method, according to the suitability of teachers and students.
These students will return to school for face-to-face learning on 8 March 2021.
MOE has decided to postpone SPM, SVM, STPM and STAM 2020
MOE has also decided to postpone the dates of the major examinations this year. For SPM, SVM, and STAM, these examinations will start on 22 February 2021. Meanwhile, STPM examinations will start on 8 March 2021.
Further details regarding these public examinations will be announced soon.
To assist these students in preparing for their exams, MOE has decided that they will continue face-to-face learning in their respective schools from 20 January 2021.
MOE hopes that this space will benefit exam candidates who are affected by the school closures.Mohd Radzi Md Jidin
New student admissions and SPM trial examinations
Regarding student admission to Full Boarding Schools, Religious National Secondary Schools, Technical Secondary Schools, Vocational Colleges and Royal Military Colleges, the implementation of Special School Admission Assessment (PKSK) for Form 1 and Form 4 students have been postponed to a date that will be announced later.
Meanwhile, for SPM trial examinations, coursework, and assessments scheduled until December 2020 which have not yet been completed, MOE will reschedule all assessments and will notify more details later.
Mohd Radzi also highlighted that the rescheduling of public examinations will not affect the admission of students to public tertiary education institutions, nor will it affect the admission of students to public institutions of higher learning applied though the UPU Online system operated by the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE).

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Did You Earn Less In 2020? So Did Everyone Else In Malaysia, Says DOSM

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Data collected from 2020 revealed that Malaysian working in the public and private sector were making 9% less compared to the average wage and salaries people made in 2019.

A report released by the Malaysian Statistics Department (DOSM) shows that the rakyat’s mean monthly earnings fell to RM2,933 in 2020 compared to an average of RM3,000 employees would earn between 2018 and 2019.
(Credit: DOSM)
This decline, DOSM says, is the first time such a thing has happened since 2010 – caused by the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic and the implementation of the nationwide Movement Control Order (MCO) in 2020.
DOSM Chief Statistician Datuk Seri Dr Mohd Uzir Mahidin was quoted saying “throughout the year 2020, Malaysia’s labour market experienced uneven momentum following health crisis and economic consequences. This had caused job losses as well as cancellation or freezing of new hires and subsequently resulting in total employment to decline.”
He added the strict Covid-19 rules also led to reduced business, operation and working hours, resulting in the drop.
The Chief alluded that Malaysia will face similar challenges in 2021 as daily cases remain high, but he is optimistic that things would improve.
Continuous initiatives are implemented in paving the way towards economic recovery supported by the numerous stimulus packages to ensure business sustainability. Hence, as the country’s economic situation improves, it will lead to the recovery of the labour market and subsequently help to bring up the salaries and wages earned by employees.DOSM Chief Statistician Datuk Seri Dr Mohd Uzir Mahidin via CNA.
DOSM’s data also shows that in 2020;
Wages and salaries for skilled workers declined the most compared to those in semi-skilled and low-skilled jobs.The median and mean monthly earnings for men were higher than women by 2.6% and 3.7% respectfully.Employees between the ages of 34 and 44-years-old earned more than those between 45 to 54-years-old.Malaysian Chinese were earning more than the Bumiputera, Indian and other races.The places with the highest wage and salary in Malaysia was Putrajaya, Kuala Lumpur and Selangor (in that order).Malaysians living in urban areas made more than those in rural areas.
For more details, check out DOSM’s full “Salaries & Wages Survey Report, Malaysia, 2020” (HERE).

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Malaysians' mean salaries and wages dipped 9% last year, first decline since 2010
Mean monthly salaries and wages fell 9% in 2020, declined for the first time since 2010 — DOSM
Salaries & Wages Survey Report, Malaysia, 2020


Fire At Wisma Jakel Again, Bomba Yet To Ascertain Cause

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A fire broke out at Wisma Jakel at Section 7, Shah Alam, on Sunday, 1 January, around 7am and caused an estimated loss of almost RM100 million.

Reports indicated that 80% of the five-storey building was razed due to a short circuit.
Sadly, a second fire broke out on the third floor of the building today (3 January) in a store room for curtains.
According to Malay Mail, the Fire and Rescue Department received a distress call around 12.45am.
The fire was brought to control around 1.45am and was fully extinguished by 3.07am.
The second fire at Wisma Jakel happened in a store room for curtains on the third floor. Image: Astro Awani.
Due to this incident, the Fire and Rescue Department is looking into arson or embers as possible causes for the second round of fire.
Selangor Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) director Datuk Norazam Khamis said there were no casualties and a detailed investigation of the fire, which destroyed 16 premises there, would take at least 14 days.
The Selangor JBPM has mobilised its K9 Tracker Dog Unit to the site to conduct forensic work and determine the cause of the incident.
Two dogs are being used to detect any petrol, oil or coal residue.Selangor Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) director Datuk Norazam Khamis
Currently, members of the public aren’t allowed in the area.
The company issued a response after the first fire broke out and promised to continue paying the salaries of its 500 workers.
Jakel Group director Datuk Seri Mohamed Faroz Mohamed Jakel said the company is currently scouting for a new business premise in Shah Alam and advised customers to head over to their other branches.
He also said the fire destroyed this year’s stock for Ramadan and Hari Raya.
The police have reminded the public not to make speculations about the matter out of respect for the affected parties.
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Trying Out Online Dating For The First Time? Here Are 6 Dos And Don’ts

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Dating, especially online dating, is definitely not as easy as most people make it out to be (We’re looking at you, Boomers).

Back in the day, perhaps during your parents or even grandparents’ time, going out with someone you’ve never met before was unheard of.
Meeting a stranger on the internet, and then going on a date with them was even scarier.
Especially given the chance that they could be an axe murderer or a serial killer?
So how do you stay safe online while enjoying the perks of what online dating can offer?
Here are some of the dos and don’ts while surfing the net for your next beau.

Starting with the don’ts, most definitely do not:
1. Don’t Give Out Too Much Personal Information
While dating apps have a certain degree of anonymity, some people tend to forget that certain information, even ones that are as innocent as giving out your full name, can come to bite you in the butt.
These are some information that you should avoid giving out so soon, starting with your full name, your social media accounts, your phone number and most definitely your home and work address.
These are things that can be used to find you in the real world.
2. Look Into Their Background
As they always say, you can never be too safe. Say you already talked to them, and decided to meet in person — a little digging into their background can’t hurt.
Just to make sure there’s nothing you need to worry about, like disturbing images on their socials, an alliance with hate groups, or even a criminal record.
The easiest way to do this is to do a quick Google search for their name, and maybe do a wee bit of a deep dive on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and go over posts from the past few weeks, nothing too invasive — just covering your bases.
If you can’t find any information about them online, try a reverse image search to see what comes up.

3. Always Meet in Public and Share Your Location
Always always meet in public settings when meeting a new person you’ve met online.
This might sound obvious, but since you’re meeting a stranger for the first time, make sure that you’re not alone with them until you feel absolutely comfortable.
To make matters even safer, tell a friend or a family member where you plan to go, and even share your location on your phone if possible.
Now on to the do’s.
1. Keep An Open Mind
If you are planning to find one but are a tad bit worried about trying out online dating, you should remember that the only way you and Mr or Mrs Right will be able to connect is if you both have an open mind.
In this era, while it is common for people to find their other halves through the internet, there are many who get shamed for trying.
Nevertheless, keep the naysayers at bay and keep in mind that you are exposing yourself to meeting some really cool people you may not meet otherwise.
2. Have A Catchy Profile
Remember, when it comes to online dating, you are technically “selling” yourself and the best way to do it would be by having a catchy profile.
Write jokes and silly punchlines or maybe give them a riddle or two that may pique their interest when they come across your profile.
Without chatting you up, you want to give those viewing your profile as much insight into your personality as possible.
Also, having a good opening line may just help you reel in more fish from the sea of lovers as you may think.
Try reading the person’s profile and reference something specific to them in your first message.
This shows that you paid attention to their profile and aren’t just sending the same message to everyone.

3. And Lastly, Be Yourself
Always stay true to yourself with your online profile and when talking to matches.
You might end up meeting these people in person and, if your online self is totally different from your real-life self, it might create some problems.
Try to be as much as yourself as you can and remember, if it doesn’t work out with that one person, there are probably several others waiting for someone like you.

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Women Among Hardest Hit Due To MCO, Facing Poverty In Selangor

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According to Malay Mail, a think tank reported that women are the new face of poverty in Selangor as their income takes a hit during the movement control order (MCO).
The think tank Institut Wanita Berdaya Selangor, or Selangor Women’s Empowerment Institute (IWB) arrived at this conclusion based on a recent survey of women living in Selangor and how the MCO has impacted their livelihood.
IWB conducted an online survey of 442 women in Selangor from March 24 to March 28 during the first phase of the MCO. 84% of respondents are in the B40 or low-income household category earning less than RM6,275 per month, including 40% earning between RM989 to RM3,000 per month as well as 16% earning below the poverty line of RM989 per month.
26% of participants rely partly on daily wages from side income such as baking biscuits, catering services, transport services for children to and from school, and doing work that can be done from home such as folding boxes, sewing, or washing clothes.
31% of women polled were students and housewives. 31% reported that they were working from home, 11% were put on unpaid leave, 9% were forced to close their businesses, and 1% had their job contracts terminated.
No money but we all still got bills to pay.(Credit: Freepik)
Of all participants, 25% experienced income loss, noting that it was especially concerning as it happened for women with bigger families, with lower monthly household income, reliant on daily wages, or who are breadwinners.
These are working women who are most-affected by the MCO with household needs that require specific aid or risk falling into poverty.
Survey results also showed that a majority of women polled were generally optimistic of recovering financially after the MCO, but many were worried about their current state of financial readiness, especially if the MCO is extended.
55% of those polled did not feel financially confident if the MCO is extended. Naturally, single mothers and those without a stable income felt less financially ready than those with a higher household income.
It’s instant noodles for a week just to keep expenses down.(Credit: Freepik)
62% of polled women noted their savings were enough to last for up to four weeks, while only 9% claimed to have enough savings for more than six months.
IWB’s survey also found that 14% of respondents admitted that they or their head of household had previously borrowed from loan sharks, which is a worrying trend that shows desperation, risking the women’s financial capability in the long term.
When asked about the training they wanted to reduce the economic impact of the MCO, a majority of women said they wanted training for digital business opportunities.
Starting an online business has become a side-hustle that many people are turning to for an additional bit of income during this MCO.(Credit: Freepik)
The survey also found that 53% of women polled showed that they did not have a Wi-Fi connection at home, a majority of those lacking internet access to be from B40 households.
IWB notes that this lack of internet access is detrimental to women who want to increase their network and promote their business opportunities through social media platforms such as Whatsapp, Telegram, and Facebook.
The results of the IWB survey shows that most women in Selangor are interested in venturing into online business, but they will require internet access, training, and financial services to still meet household demands.
IWB concludes by advocating direct cash aid for women, measures for economic security for women, and recovery measures to support small and medium businesses owned by women.

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Canteen Closed During Ramadan, Non-Muslim Parents Think Their Children Are Forced To Fast

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 Most schools have a policy of closing the canteen during the month of Ramadan to ensure that young children can learn fasting.

Those who are not Muslims or under the age of eight are allowed to bring supplies and eat in other places.
However, a notification on the matter had recently caused an uproar and triggered allegation that it was racist.
The notification was disseminated by a primary school in Kuala Lumpur – SK Desa Pandan – to parents through a WhatsApp group.
A snapshot of the message sent by the school to parents. (Source: Facebook)
Dissatisfied, the parents took to the social media to air their grievances.
The parents said their rights should be respected and every person has the right to profess and to practice his or her religion.

However, not all are in agreement with the parents.
A netizen giving his point of view on the matter. (Source: Facebook)
School Acted With Consent From Parents
Following the uproar, the school had stepped forward to clarify.
According to The Star, parents were consulted on the canteen closure.
It said that the parents of all 11 non-Muslim students were agreeable to the closure.
The school said the parents could also bring food from home for their children.
We contacted the parents to ask if they were okay with us closing the canteen and if they are able to provide food from home for their children. None of them had an issue and agreed to the closure.SK Desa Pandan explains on its canteen closure.
The school added that non-Muslim students are allowed to eat in a separate room during recess.
It also clarified that students can bring their water bottles.
However, the school wants them to respect the sensitivities of Muslim students especially those fasting for the first time, such as those in Year One and Two.
Should Eateries Close Or Open During Ramadan?
Meanwhile, interfaith advocate and chief executive of the Allied Coordinating Committee of Islamic NGOs (ACCIN) Jamal Shamsudin said if the shops are open, non-muslims who don’t fast should be allowed to dine in.
ACCIN CEO Jamal Shamsudin. (Source: ACCIN)
He told The Rakyat Post that there should be less restrictions especially in this endemic phase.
But the choice is with the operator of the shop, said Jamal who is also a human rights activist.
They don’t let me dine in because it’s Bulan Puasa, apparently in Seri Iskandar, Perak, you’re not allowed to dine in, in any shops until 3pmEven though I’m not fasting Is this fair for all the Non-Muslims / People who are not fasting out there? pic.twitter.com/fG5CaqQUlG— Ahvin Raaj (@AhvinRaaj) April 4, 2022
Meanwhile, Islamic Information and Services Foundation (IIS) secretary general Zuhri Yuhyi said the key is understanding and communicating each other’s needs.
He added that Muslims would not want to burden others when practising their faith.
Mutual understanding, genuine acceptance of others and respecting differences are important.IIS secretary general Zuhri Yuhyi on Malaysians living in harmony and peace.
Zuhri also noted that Islam advocates communal harmony which is the feeling of amity and love for people of all communities.
IIS secretary general Zuhri Yuhyi. (Source: Malaysia4Uyghur)

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10 Things I Wish I Knew Before Getting A Cat

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Cats are a lot of work but they are great animals to be made as pets. But there are some things you need to know before owning a cat. There’s more to just feeding and taking care of the litter box. Having a cat is like having a big commitment and also a healthy investment.

Here are some things you need to know before getting your own cats:
1. They Are Costly, NOT KIDDING
Like all living things, they’re going to cost you some money to properly raise and feed them. To get a cat, you can either seek them from trusted breeders or adopt them from shelters. Both of these cost money but adoption is way less costly as the fee is only for their past vaccinations, neutering and probably a pet carrier. You can try to adopt cats and other animals at Pet Finders or SPCA Selangor.
They’re royalty, don’t you know?(Credit: Anne Dorall / TRP)
Alternatively, you can also bring home a poor little stray that catches your heart (this one is free) but do bear in mind that some strays are a bit harder to train than other cats as they’re probably more adapted to living in the hood (gangster’s paradise). Just need a bit more effort and love to train them, that’s all.
Apart from getting the cats, other things you’re going to be spending on are food (they’re not cheap if your cats are picky), cat litter, toys, cages or pet carriers, grooming tools and health needs like vaccinations, medications, neutering and more.
READ MORE: What’s The Difference Between Dry, Wet, And Raw Cat Food For Your Feline Friends?
2. They Take Over Your Life
Cats are undoubtedly cute and cuddly, don’t get us wrong. Beneath those bubbly masquerades, they are famous for being mischievous and downright terrorizing. Let’s just say that you need A LOT of patience to own a cat.
Expect peeing on beds (get a cat urine repellent), sofa/furniture scratching (get them a claw scratcher), furs everywhere (get a lint roller), messy litterboxes, dead animals on your doorsteps, playful but painful scratching and biting, gangster catfights, marking their territories everywhere, and plenty of drama over food (trust me, even if you open a bag of chips, you’ll be surprised how ‘magically fast’ they can show up beside you).
Curious and marvellous creatures, they are. (Credit: Anne Dorall / TRP)
Some cats are also loud chatterers. Yes, some only speak when they need food or are in pain but some cats are just fine vocalists, especially when they’re in heat (mating season)! You’ll have them ranting about how they were once royalty and you not treating them on par with their ancestors and all. You just gotta listen, really. Try to keep up with the conversation, will you?
3. They Sleep, A LOT
You think being a predator would mean them readily pouncing and hunting like their ancestors every second of the day but not really. Cats are known to be asleep most of the time with an average total of 15 to 20 hours a day!
Ideally, they like to nap in the daytime, basically when people are often out of the house at work or running errands. But this also means they are active at night, and sometimes get zoomies on top of you while you’re sleeping.
Wherever I fit, I sleep.(Credit: Melissa Suraya Ismail / TRP)
You might think that having a cat bed would be ideal since they sleep a lot, right? More often than not, your cats will just use the bed as a decoration and opt for YOUR bed instead. Or any cool nook or crannies they can find like the end of furniture, underneath the tables, or on top of washing machines (be sure to lock any rooms you don’t want your cats to go into).
Oh, they can also sleep right in the middle of your way too. They just love to be trampled over. It’s a hobby, really.
4. They Need Health Check-Ups Too
They may look energetic and tough but sometimes, these little furries get sick too. Boy, the bill for one trip to the vet can surely get you depressed. Whether it’s a government or private vet, if your cat has a serious health condition,  you need to be very prepared financially.
(Credit: Freepik)
Apart from emergencies, your cats also need regular visits to the vets for vaccinations (RM40-RM80 per vaccine). There are a lot of types of vaccines for many diseases (FeLV, FIV, FPL) and they need to take booster shots for them too. Some of them are very recommended and some are just a precaution. Ask your vets which ones they recommend your felines to get.
If your cats have parasites internally (microorganisms, worms) or externally (fleas, ticks, mites) they can get treatment at the vet too. A simple deworming medication can cost around RM10-RM20. You can also get a shot or other medications from the vet if the flea shampoo or collar doesn’t work.
5. They Reproduce, A LOT
You need to neuter or spay your cats if you don’t want any unwanted litter (especially your female cats). Spaying/neutering helps to regulate your cats’ moods. Male cats are proven to be less aggressive and won’t pee everywhere, female cats will not go into heat and be horny and irritable everywhere. The average cost of neutering and spaying in Malaysia may be around RM100-RM200.
(Credit: Freepik)
Apart from preventing cat overpopulation (stray litters without proper care can die from starvation, diseases or accidents and they can even carry dangerous zoonotic diseases that can affect humans), neutering and spaying may have other medical benefits too like reducing the risks of uterine infections or cancerous tumours in their sexual organs in the long haul. Hence, your cats may live longer (their average lifespan is 13 years but they can live up to 20 years you know).
Unless you’re a professional breeder or just want a happy family of kittens all around you (more kittens more money, just saying), then you don’t need to do this step.
 6. Their Hairballs Are Not BALLS
Hairballs do not come in the form of a ball, instead, they are cylindrical or sausage-like. They may come with complimentary vomit and secretions as well. These are particularly common for long-haired cats.
Good luck cleaning that.(Credit: Anne Dorall / TRP)
It may be common for your cats to spit out hairballs once in a while but frequent coughing, gagging, and retching of those hairs can signal that something is wrong with your cat. It could be intestinal blockages or too much stress that promotes excessive overgrooming. Get your cats to the vet if you see them gagging out hairballs on a frequent basis.
7. Like Royalty, They Need To Be Entertained
Cats are hunters, in nature. So they have quite the amount of energy to pounce and play. If you don’t let your cats wander around the house or let them roam free outside the house, you need to entertain their exercise needs. You can play with them using a laser pointer, a fake mouse, a feather on a stick or even a string.
These guys are ready for the zoomies.(Credit: Freepik, Anne Dorall / TRP)
If you’re ‘lucky’, they’ll even attack your legs when you’re casually walking, and then sprint up the stairs frantically for no good reason (they tend to do that sometimes if they have too much energy, so play with them and give attention!). It actually helps them to be mentally and physically fit, apart from being a good bonding session with your furry friends.
8. They Are Wanderers, So Get Them A Tag
They’re no Christopher Columbus but if you put a camera on them, you’ll be surprised by the destinations your cats will bring you. These are particularly true for those cats who you let roam freely.
Well, not this type of collar. This is just for being extra cute.
You know you can count on them to find their way back but if they are met with external factors (getting lost, involved with accidents, or even a seductive and attractive hunka hunka/hottie), you would worry yourself too much. So get them a collared nametag with your contact details or get them microchipped. At least, it’ll put your mind at ease.
READ MORE: How To Take Care Of Your Pets When You’re Away For Raya Holiday
However, cats are safest when kept indoors, so do that if it’s an option. You can prevent them from getting lost but what about getting kidnapped? Yikes.
9. They Have A Record With Showers, Bad Ones
Let’s face it, cats clean themselves quite constantly. But sometimes, they smell quite funny. Or they might have fleas, ticks and mites on their furs. So they are in need of a shower. For those cats who love water, we don’t know what breed they are or who possessed them but you’re one of the luckiest owners there is.
Oh, she’s mad alright.(Credit: Melissa Suraya Ismail / TRP)
However, for others, getting them in a shower can be one of the most traumatic experiences for both you and them. Get your body and ears ready for a whole lot of scratching and yelling. They could win an Emmy Award for the best “I’m being tortured, help me out” actor. The drama.
So a protip is to trim their claws first before you give them a bath and do it in a closed space (bathroom or sink) so they can’t escape easily. Be calm, use lukewarm water and be gentle to them. Don’t use intimidating big splashes or heavy flow of water, you’ll get them scared.
10. They Are So Worth It
Despite their attention-seeking, better-than-us-arrogance, and catastrophe prone behaviours, deep down, they make a great and adorable company. They will accompany you anywhere, whether you’re cooking in the kitchen or watering your plants outside, they make it a habit to be present wherever you are, in case you’re lonely and you need them on standby.
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They also lower our stress levels, are good for our mental health and are just adorable little beings we can easily forgive again and again no matter what mischievous acts they do. Did you know that the frequency of a cat’s purr is proven to decrease stress levels and lower blood pressure?

In the end, all these struggles will be worth it, just to see your cute furry friend cuddling beside or on top of you. That’s the BEST. FEELING. EVER.

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Celebrate The Talents Of 6 ‘Anak Malaysia’ Who Brought Your Favourite Disney Shows To Life

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Malaysians are a multi-talented bunch. Our local films have been recognized in international events such as the Locarno Film Festival, the Toronto International Tamil Film Festival, and the New York Asian Film Festival.

This Merdeka, it’s only apt that we take the opportunity to shine the light on six Anak Malaysia who worked hard behind the scenes to bring some of your favourite movies and shows on Disney Plus to life.
1. Usamah Zaid

Usamah Zaid is the visionary and creator behind the multiple award-winning animated franchise Ejen Ali.
The show featuring a young Malaysian boy who became a secret agent to protect the fictional city of Cyberaya has garnered a large fanbase locally and internationally.
Ejen Ali Season 1, Season 2, Season 3 (Part One), Ejen Ali The Movie and Ejen Ali: Misi Juang are available to watch on Disney Plus Hotstar.
Ejen Ali Season 3 (Part Two) is set to premiere on the streaming platform this December so remember to stay tuned!
2. Lyon Liew

Melaka-born Lyon Liew is a Simulation Technical Director at Pixar Animation Studios. He has worked on multiple animations including the much-loved Turning Red.
With a keen eye for detail, Lyon led his team in bringing Mei’s character to life by making her clothes, hair, props, and giant red panda move realistically.
His other incredible works can be seen in other animated films such as Luca, Incredibles 2 and Coco.
3. Kiki Poh Mei Kee

Kiki Poh Mei Kee is an inspiration to many young Malaysians who aspire to become great animators. She’s a Technical Director at Pixar Animation Studios and is also the first Malaysian Pixar animator to specialise in shading and grooming.
She meticulously works her shading artistry on the surface textures and colours of characters.
With over 10 years of experience, she has worked on some of the most ambitious and award-winning features such as Luca, Onward, Cars 3, Finding Dory, and Inside Out.
4. Andrea Goh Siau Wei

Andrea Goh is a Layout (Camera & Staging) Lead at Pixar Animation Studios. One of her biggest accomplishments is taking on the production of Disney-Pixar’s Toy Story 4.
She’s also a skilled filmmaker and technical director who is multifaceted as she dabbles in other animation mediums such as modelling, sculpting, and more.
Her incredibly versatile works can be seen in animation stories such as Incredibles 2, Coco, and Cars 3.
5. Alvin Wee
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What makes a movie great also lies in its music score. Sarawakian Alvin Wee wears various hats as a music mixer, a recording engineer and a music producer.
He’s also the first Malaysian to win the Outstanding Achievement Award in Sound Mixing, having worked on Encanto’s chart-topping soundtrack.
His work on Encanto also led him to an opportunity to win the prestigious Career Achievement Award for sound mixing by the Cinema Audio Society.
The beautiful composition of the soundtrack also earned the film three Academy Award nominations.
READ MORE: Pengadun Bunyi Encanto Jadi Rakyat Malaysia Pertama Menang Anugerah Di Pentas Hollywood
6. Adele Lim
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Adele Lim has a successful career as a screenwriter and is well-known for her representation of Asian culture in her work.
Disney’s Raya and The Last Dragon, which featured the first-ever Southeast-Asian princess, managed to portray Asian culture authentically thanks to her screenwriting.
Recently, Adele has been invited to become a member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
READ MORE: “Crazy Rich Asians” Screenwriter Adele Lim Invited To Become An Oscars Academy Member
Let’s celebrate and appreciate the talents and hard work of our Anak Malaysia by watching these amazing shows this Merdeka.
READ MORE: These Malaysian Animators Are Making It Big In Hollywood, Here’s What You Need To Know About Them

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Gov’t To Hold Closed-Door Briefing Session With MPs On Petronas Sulu Claims Tonight

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Three ministers had been tasked to brief all MPs with regards to the claim made by self-proclaimed Sulu sultanate descendants later today, reported New Straits Times.

The trio – de-facto Law Minister Datuk Seri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar, Minister in Prime Minister’s Department (Economy) Datuk Seri Mustapa Mohamed and Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Abdullah – will deliver the briefing in a closed-door session at a hotel in Kuala Lumpur, at 8.30pm tonight.
“I believe all MPs from the opposition bloc and the independents have received an invitation letter from the ministers.
“The three ministers will provide clarification during the briefing. After that, we will have a question-and-answer session. However, this will be a closed-door briefing,” Kulai MP Teo Nie Ching told a presser at Parliament’s lobby today.
Teo however said that she couldn’t disclose further information as the invitation letters that were sent to the MPs bore the Official Secrets Act stamp.
She however questions why the briefing was not done in the Dewan Rakyat itself.
The Dewan Rakyat was embroiled in a shouting match last Monday after Speaker Tan Sri Azhar Azizah Harun refused the motion to discuss the recent seizure of Petronas assets in Azerbaijan by the alleged heirs of the Sulu Sultan.
READ MORE: Parliament Speaker Art Harun Walks Out After Petronas Asset Seizure Ruckus Erupted In Dewan Rakyat
Azhar, better known as Art Harun, argued that it will be sub-judice to debate the issue, adding that it would also hamper Malaysia’s plan to resolve the case.
Last Monday, Kota Belud MP Isnaraissah Munirah Majilis was ordered to be dejected from Dewan Rakyat for two days after insisting the lower House debating the seizure of Petronas assets by self-proclaimed Sulu Sultanate descendants.
However, Deputy Dewan Rakyat Speaker Datuk Rashid Hasnon retracted the order as Isnaraissah refused to leave the august house, while several Pakatan Harapan lawmakers formed a human barricade around her which prevent the Sergeant-at-Arms (bentara) from escorting her out.
Two of Petronas’s subsidiaries in Azerbaijan – Petronas Azerbaijan (Shah Deniz) S.à r.l. and Petronas South Caucasus S.à r.l. – reported to be worth more than USD2 billion (RM8.87 billion), was seized by the Sulu group.
READ MORE: Petronas: Azerbaijan Asset Seizures Baseless, Legal Defense On Its Way
This was part of the effort by the group to seek payment from Malaysia after a French arbitration court ruled that Malaysia has to pay the group at least RM62.59 billion.
However, the Paris Court of Appeal on 12 July allowed the Malaysian government’s application to stay the enforcement of the Final Award given to the group.
READ MORE: PM: Malaysia Applies To Cancel RM62 Billion Award To Sulu Sultan Descendants

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This Brand New Town Centre in London Was Made Possible By Malaysians

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On Monday (24 May), the Battersea Power Station opened its doors to new residents with homeowners receiving the keys to their new homes in the Grade II* listed building. This follows the completion of Switch House West, the first major element of the project to be completed.

What used to be an old decommissioned coal-fired power station on London’s south bank of the River Thames has now been redeveloped into a sustainable township for living, working and enjoyment by the riverside.
(Credit: Alberto Pascual / Wikipedia)
The project was undertaken by a consortium of Malaysian investors
In February 2012, Battersea Power Station was put up for sale on the open market for the first time in its history.
Several bids were received including a Malaysian interest. In June 2012, Knight Frank, the commercial estate agent conducting the sale, announced that administrators Ernst & Young had entered into an exclusive agreement with developers S P Setia and Sime Darby and a few months later in September, the completion of the sale took place.
This is a proud day for Malaysia and the consortium of shareholders who transformed this historic building into a sustainable city living address, while restoring the landmark and giving it a new lease of life.– Datuk Ahmad Pardas Senin, Battersea Project Holding Company Chairman, in a statement on 26 May.
Sustainable city living in London made possible by Malaysians
(Credit: Battersea Power Station)
The project transformed a 42-acre former industrial brownfield site into a new town center in London with new homes, shops, cafes, restaurants, offices, event spaces and over 19 acres of public space including a six-acre park.
Fronting the historic power station will be Malaysia Square, an avenue to showcase the uniqueness of Malaysia’s fascinating culture, rich diversity and heritage.

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You’ve Been Parking Your Car The Wrong Way, TikTok User Shows The Right Way To Park Your Automatic Car

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Although automatic cars are much easier to drive compared to their manual counterparts, operating these things still require a bit of understanding besides pushing the gear stick to “Drive” or “Park” and apparently, some habits which drivers have might be damaging their gearbox without them knowing.

For instance, parking seems to be a simple procedure but it turns out many of us are doing it wrong.
Luckily, there’s a TikTok user by the name of @ciktiva who finally taught us how to do this properly.
In the video, he said that if you happen to push your stick all the way to “P” from “D” and pull your handbrake, that’s the wrong way to do it as it applies pressure on your gearbox which would ultimately damage the thing.
The right way he said, is to first push the gear to “Neutral” or “N”, pull the handbrake, and then you push the stick to “P”.
Here’s the video for you to argue with your friends and family (while your car stays parked at home because Total Lockdown):
  @ciktiva Jangan main krap krap handbrake je time parking, gear pon kena betul! ##ativa ##peroduaativa ##tipskereta ##fyp ##foryoupage ♬ HappyWeekend – Official Sound Studio
Does it work?
It doesn’t make a difference if you are on a level surface road but it matters if you park the car on a hill or a steep road, according to local automotive portal, Wapcar.
When you’re in that situation, if you put the gear to “Park” first, this will put pressure on your car’s parking pawl, which if broken, will cause some serious damage to your gearbox.
The right way to do it? It’s the same as the method suggested by @ciktiva, which is to step on the brake pad, push the transmission to “Neutral” first, pull the handbrake, then push to “Park”.

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Weird Malaysian Superstitions That We Still Kinda Believe In Part 2

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Malaysians have a lot of  Old Wives’ Tale or ‘Kata Orang Tua Tua’. It’s a belief of saying that’s passed down from generation to generation. Some of those beliefs are backdated and a bit exaggerated which is why we view them as superstitions, nowadays.

We already did a part 1 on Malaysian Superstitions which includes umbrellas in the house and snakes, lizards and their truth talking, red ink and deaths and many more.
READ MORE: 13 Weird M’sian Superstitions That We Still Believe In (Kinda)
Because we just have SO MANY superstitions, let’s continue with our list. Which one of these have you heard or still believe? 😌
1. Do not sit on the stairs (house steps), you’ll become a spinster
(Credit: @RestuAndara99 / Twitter)
Basically, don’t block the pathway. People wanna walk on the stairs, not stumble upon you.
2. Don’t let a plate dry after eating, you’ll get poor
Right after you’ve finished eating, wash your dishes right away! Or else it’ll be hard to scrub off the food stains.
3. Don’t eat in multiple places in one seating, you’ll change spouses
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If you eat your rice on the dinner table, then move to the living room and then change to your bedroom, it’s a hassle to clean up all those places, meh.
4. Don’t sweep the floor at night, blessings might be swept away too
Back in the day, we don’t have electricity, so we can’t possibly see what we were sweeping at night. Nowadays, that’s no excuse to not clean your room. Plus hello, vacuum?
5. Don’t walk under the ladder, instead, walk around it
Adam Scott Ghosted GIFfrom Adam Scott GIFs

The ladder might fall on you, you know.
6. Straight away shower after attending a funeral, or the ghost from the grave will follow you home
You might not see the ghosts but your little toddler might. 👀 Kidding.
You’ve been out and about outdoors, you should clean yourselves up when you reach home.
7. Don’t let the end of a broom touch your feet when you sweep, it’s bad luck

If it does touch your feet, you would have to spit on it to avoid the back luck.
 Well, logically, isn’t it rude to sweep other people’s feet away? Are you implying that they’re trash? If so, proceed to do so.
8. Don’t answer or turn around when you smell frangipanis or jasmine, OR hear ‘someone’ whispers your name at night
You gotta get ready to run a marathon if you see any ‘spirits’ behind you.
9. Don’t go out during dusk, the booby ghost will catch you
For Muslims, dusk is when we do our Magrib prayers, hence, little kids should stop playing with their friends outside and go pray! We’ve always been told stories of this scary booby ghost, particularly during dusk.

READ MORE: 10 Malaysian Ghosts That Are Scarier Than The Western Ones
10. Don’t sleep with your feet aimed towards the door, it’s bad luck
It’s bad feng shui maa. It resembles the coffin position where the head and feet are carried away from one’s house through the door.
Similarly, Muslims can’t sleep with their feet towards the qiblah (position to pray) too.
Instead, sleep in a perpendicular position to the door or qiblah.
11. Don’t say the word ‘snake’ or ‘rat’, it’s like summoning them

Hence, a plethora of nicknames emerged. For snakes, their popular nicknames are  Cik U (Ular) and ‘the belt’. For rats, it’s the popular Cik Ti (Tikus).
12. If you have a red bump (stye) on your eyes, you’ve seen perverted things
Pervert Watch GIFfrom Pervert GIFs

People back then have wooden houses with cracks or small openings, especially for bathrooms. Basically, it’s a saying to don’t spy on others when they’re showering.
13. Don’t step on or walk over a book, you’ll be dumb
Books have meaningful knowledge in them. Don’t be rude!
14. If you suddenly choke on your food or sneeze all of a sudden, someone is badmouthing you
Choke Tea GIFfrom Choke GIFs

We think we have a lot of enemies by now.
15. Don’t eat fish heads, you’ll be dumb
There are no scientific findings on this. In fact, there are benefits to eating them, even.
Your parents probably want the heads for themselves.
16. Don’t eat the chicken neck or your neck will be tilted on your wedding day
(Credit: @WakSyarif / @mzshfqh / Twitter)
Again, these things are so addictive, your parents probably just want them for themselves.
17. Don’t lie down on your stomach and put your legs up, your parents will die
Don’t be rude and lift your legs up in front of others.
18. Don’t shower at night, you’ll get watery lungs
Bathrooms in the olden days are outside. It’s not ideal to take a bath during the cold and dark nighttime. Now you can laa. It’s not an excuse to not shower!
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19. Don’t whistle in the house as it is bad luck (again). Or, it may invite snakes in.
Again, don’t be rude to other people. You might think your whistling is nice to hear but others might not agree.
20. Don’t say your (or someone else’s) full name in a forest, or else, the hantu will kidnap you

Old habits die hard. We’ve been growing up hearing those sayings because our parents told us. And they, in turn, have been told so by their parents, and so on. It’s so ingrained in our heads that we just follow them without asking much.
But did you ever stop to think, wait why? Is it really true? Is there a logical explanation for all these? Well, it’s been a debatable question since the beginning of time. It’s actually up to our own logical and critical thinking. Is it too preposterous or just the right amount for us to hold on to it?
READ MORE: The Psychology of CNY Superstitions
READ MORE: It’s Time To ‘KungFu’ Your Way Out Of Bad Luck!

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Nurul Izzah Tests Positive For Covid-19

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Another politician has tested positive for Covid-19, and this time it’s Permatang Pauh Member of Parliament (MP) Nurul Izzah Anwar who announced the news on social media.

She said that she’s in good condition and only experienced mild symptoms such as lethargy, runny nose, and muscle/joint pain from the infection.
I have received a PCR report test that showed I was positive for Covid-19, however given that we have been conducting self-quarantine since February 6th; we will continue (HSO) & do our best to protect Safiyah (her daughter).Permatang Pauh MP Nurul Izzah Anwar
Nurul Izzah also mentioned that her family has been fully vaccinated and they’ve been following the standard operating procedures such as updating their MySejahtera statuses daily.
She is the second politician who is infected with Covid-19 this week after Former Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin also announced that he contracted the virus on 9 February.
READ MORE: Muhyiddin Positive For Covid-19, Is In Stable Condition
Assalamualaikum WBT.Sedikit perkembangan.Saya telah menerima ujian laporan PCR yg menunjukkan saya positif Covid-19, namun memandangkan kami sudah menjalankan kuarantin kendiri semenjak 6 Februari; kami akan meneruskan (HSO) & usaha terbaik bagi melindungi Safiyah 1/4 pic.twitter.com/X8tGS1ozgT— Nurul Izzah Anwar 🇲🇾 🌺 (@n_izzah) February 10, 2022

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These Yeezy Shoes “Look Like Gyoza And Pasta”, Gets Flak For Being Ugly

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Although the Yeezy 450 Sulfur was first released on 7 May 2022, the yellow wave-soled shoes with knit body recently rekindled attention when a Yeezy fan account asked for public opinion about the shoes.

YZY 450 SULFURHOW DO YOU FEEL ABOUT THE SULFUR SO FAR? pic.twitter.com/WSWPwMrbbp— YEEZY MAFIA (@theyeezymafia) July 11, 2022
The retail price for these shoes is $200 (around RM887), but can reach over $300 (around RM1,330) in resale prices.
Naturally, like all public opinion, people were quickly divided.
Most people were quick to call the shoes out for being an ugly design, likening it to various kinds of food.
Most popularly, the shoes were likened to pasta, although others also claimed its similarities to dumplings, croissant, butter, and more.
I'll have them, but only if they come with the soy and rice vinegar dip. I'm not keen on the sweet chilli. pic.twitter.com/7cJqvw17yn— Dinky Frinkbuster (@SkipMcGowan) July 11, 2022
What's it filled with? Beef and onion or chicken and mushroom?— Dilín Ó Dose (@MimiVonPeach) July 11, 2022
Melted pastry! Worth noting, just because you can, doesn’t mean you should!— #MaskUpAlways 🇮🇪 🇺🇦 🇵🇸 🇾🇪 #AdoptDontShop (@6junej) July 11, 2022
 pic.twitter.com/sDJmou8upU— Tara (She/Her) 🇮🇪🇮🇸🏳🌈 (@TheBluestStar) July 11, 2022
My hungry ass thought this was mozzarella cheese— H 👹 (@iamOMWTFYB) July 11, 2022
Told my wife I was going to make some trainers out of eggs and flour, she didn’t believe me. Should have seen her face when I ran pasta.— PDEFC1878 (@PDEFC1878) July 11, 2022
Of course, some came to the shoe’s defense
Others loved the shoe designs, claiming that it was very cool and comfortable.
I love them! I have a pair!!— KO Cody (@Mil_Ticket52) July 11, 2022
I'd wear them 🤔they look comfy— Siwan 🏴🏳🌈♻🇵🇸🐶🌈💙 (@dotworkdalek) July 11, 2022
Want. These and the matcha 🍵 coloured 450s are sweet.— Tysan Towney (@tysantowney) July 11, 2022
Not the first odd design
This isn’t the first design that has raised eyebrows, of course. With Kanye West as the face of the brand, Yeezys are known for their outrageous shoe designs and secretive release dates, which feeds into their hype status.
Most collectors do not actually wear these designer shoes, but instead like to keep them on display, much like an art piece.
The Yeezy 450 Sulfur worn on the feet.(Credit: Adidas)
Others swipe the shoes to resell at the higher price while banking on Yeezy’s brand name and exclusivity.
Still, whether or not you’re a personal fan of the shoes, fashion is fashion… not style.

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Influenza A Hits Almost Every State In M’sia: Here’s Everything You Need To Know

Malaysia has been hit with the flu bug.
The influenza A (H1N1) outbreak has spread throughout the country as schools were forced to close and parents everywhere are scrambling to vaccinate their children as a prevention method.
We’ve covered the first few cases which started in December 2019 and the flu has affected many states in Malaysia, mainly schoolchildren but the government said the situation is currently under control.
How has Influenza A affected the country?
The contagions that affected Malaysia
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Influenza is an acute contagious viral respiratory disease where patients show symptoms such as fever, coughing, sore throat, and headaches, among others.
It spreads rapidly around the world in seasonal epidemics and in tropical and subtropical regions, the seasonality of influenza is less clearly defined as it occurs year-round.
There are three different types: A, B, and C.
Humans can be infected by all three types but type A and B cause the epidemic disease in humans while type C causes a mild, cold-like illness.
Just like the common cold, Influenza A spreads via droplets released in the air by coughing, talking or sneezing.
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According to experts, despite being contagous, influenza A is not fatal. However, those who have preexisting medical conditions such as those suffering from diabetes or lung diseases are at a higher risk of dying from the disease if infected.
The disease usually presents itself all of a sudden and the symptoms could persist up to a week and sometimes even up to 10 days.
Another infection that’s also hit Malaysia is the Influenza-like-illness (ILI) that causes sore throats, coughing, fever and other symptoms such as headaches, lethargy, and joint pains.
These are brief descriptions of the illnesses but are not diagnoses, if you or your loved ones are exhibiting the symptoms, seek your local healthcare professional.
Bagaimana cara penularan Influeza? pic.twitter.com/C87aYv4oEdâ€” KKMPutrajaya (@KKMPutrajaya) January 19, 2020
The current situation
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Northern Malaysia
Influenza cases in Penang increased to 198 students from 96 secondary and primary schools compared to 178 cases from 87 schools.
Perlis has no recorded cases of the outbreak while Kedah has 20 cases since early January.
In Perak, the number of students infected by influenza A increased to 94 cases involving 55 schools in nine districts.
East Coast
The Terengganu Health Department recorded two clusters of ILI involving 9 individuals in the Setiu district.
Out of the 9 people, 5 are positive for influenza A, 3 are positive for influenza B and one has yet to be identified.
In Pahang, 53 students and 3 teachers in 9 districts have been infected by the disease while Kelantan is free from the contagion.
Central Malaysia
Selangor recorded the highest number of infections with 717 cases in 248 schools but currently, there are no deaths reported in Selangor due to the epidemic despite initial rumours.
South Malaysia
138 students in Johor have been infected with influenza A and authorities confirmed the death of seven-year-old Nur Dinie Damia Muhammad Noor Ain was not caused by the influenza based on clinical reports.
It was reported that 31 cases of influenza A involving 29 schoolchildren, a preschool pupil, and a female teacher were detected in Melaka in early January.
To prevent the spread of the flu, Melaka Health Department has taken precautionary measures to carry out initial health screening on local and foreign visitors to control the spread of influenza in the state.
In Negeri Sembilan, a total of 119 students had been infected by influenza since the start of the school session on Jan 2 and only 30 of the 119 students were still in the recovery process while the rest had recovered.
Sabah and Sarawak
In Sabah, 12 students were infected with the influenza but they’re currently being treated at the hospital.
Sarawak did not report any deaths from the illness but there’s a rise in ILI and severe acute respiratory infection (SARI) cases.
How the people react to Influenza A
Worried parents have been cautious with the situation as many flocked to the major pharmacies and private clinics in the country causing a shortage in stocks for the antiviral medication used to treat and prevent influenza since December.
Private clinics also reported higher demand for the flu vaccine which costs about RM100.
The government has ordered 200,000 more vaccines to the country and said vaccine supplies at public hospitals are sufficient, but priority is given to patients in the critical group that includes pregnant women, young children and those suffering from chronic illnesses.
Currently, the Health Ministry is monitoring schools where the outbreak is detected to stop the infection from spreading among students.
They will also coordinate the data on the outbreak and updates on the situation will come from the Ministry itself.
There has been a lot of unverified or false information that stemmed from the fear of the outbreak.
Some have even claimed that using onions to treat the infection but it has been confirmed the vegetable doesn’t have medical and scientific benefits to treat Influenza A.
Preventive measures
Ingat, tidak semua demam selesema disebabkan virus Influenza.Kebanyakan demam selesema akan sembuh tanpa ubat antiviral. pic.twitter.com/DUUE8bNmVfâ€” KKMPutrajaya (@KKMPutrajaya) January 19, 2020
How can you protect yourself from the flu? The government has underlined a few preventive measures.
Practice good hygieneWash your hands with disinfectants or hand sanitizersDistance yourself from those have a cold, preferably at a distance of 1 meter.Practice good coughing/sneezing etiquetteKeep a healthy lifestyle


Malaysia Hits New Covid-19 Triumph With 8,000 Total Recoveries & Only One Red Zone Left

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Malaysia hit a new triumph in its Covid-19 battle with a total of 8,000 recovered cases.
The Health Ministry broke the happy news today after 127 Covid-19 patients were discharged, pushing the national recovery rate to an impressive 93.8% out of the total 8,529 reported cases.

Terkini #covid19malaysia, 18 Jun127 kes discaj dilaporkan hari ini, menjadikan jumlah kes discaj adalah sebanyak 8,000 kes.Tahniah kepada barisan hadapan KKM! pic.twitter.com/kgq3um6tk2— KKMPutrajaya (@KKMPutrajaya) June 18, 2020

As of 12 noon today, 18th June, only 14 new cases and zero deaths were reported, so the national death toll stands at 121.
Of the 14 new cases, 11 were from local transmissions and comprised four Malaysians and 7 non-Malaysians.
The four Malaysians are:
Two staff on duty at Bukit Jalil Immigration Depot in Kuala LumpurOne pre-surgery screening patient at Sarawak General Hospital, KuchingScreening for a Malaysian set to travel overseas on important matters.
Aside from that, only one red zone remains in the country at Rembau, Negeri Sembilan with 43 active cases.

Pergerakan 14 hari taburan kes Covid-19 mengikut daerah di Malaysia, 18 Jun 2020 pic.twitter.com/VYue1b1nDO— KKMPutrajaya (@KKMPutrajaya) June 18, 2020

Congratulations to the Health Ministry and frontliners on a job well done!

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Kenyataan Akhbar KPK 18 Jun 2020 – Situasi Semasa Jangkitan Penyakit Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) di Malaysia