Local Private Medical Specialists Are Urged To Help Malaysia Fight Covid-19

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The Association of Specialists in Private Medical Practice of Malaysia (ASPMPM) is calling on Malaysiaâ€™s private doctors, practitioners and specialists to aid the nationâ€™s fight against the Covid-19 pandemic.
ASPMPM president Datuk Dr. Balwant Singh Gendeh says that it is the cherished duty of a medical professional to help the sick and assist the nation in times of need.
The doctor explained that the private medical sector can fully support the Health Ministry (MOH) and the public healthcare system with their expertise and private facilities.
Previously MOH announced plans to get the private sector involved in taking over non-Covid-19 cases and emergencies that public hospitals are unable to cope with due to the pandemic.
Besides supporting the strict Movement Control Order (MCO) set by the government, ASPMPM hopes that the authorities will ensure the safety and wellbeing of the countryâ€™s frontliners tasked with managing the deadly plague.

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Melaka trip turned claw-some when wife booked a Hello Kitty surprise for husband

Zulhelmey Isnin, who is a photographer usually entrusts his lovely wife, Rabiatuladawiyah, the task of booking him hotel rooms whenever he goes outstation.
This time, his working trip down to Melaka from KL truly was Meow-nificient when his wife decided to shock him with a large, comfortable yet dripping pink room filled with Hello Kitties for him and his (male) colleague.

Patut lah wife aku gelak gelak masa aku tanya hotel kat Melaka dah book belum. Rupanya hotel hello kitty dia booking, dah lah aku check in dengan member lelaki aku ni. 😂😂😂😂😂😂 pic.twitter.com/gdraSFnuMb
â€” Amy Kitty (@amymedusaa) July 9, 2019

No wonder my wife was laughing when I asked her whether she has booked by hotel room or not. Turns out, she booked the Hello Kitty Hotel some more. I’m checking in with my guy colleague 😂😂😂😂😂😂

He was so ‘upset’ that he even shared what ‘torment’ he had to stare at in his room.

Nak tidur pun tak takut sebab ada hello kitty teman. pic.twitter.com/VjMusUGc0G
â€” Amy Kitty (@amymedusaa) July 9, 2019

I want to sleep also scared because got Hello Kitty (every where) accompany me

Although when we interviewed him, he was rather cheerful about the issue and only described the situation as ‘awkward‘.

 ..tak marah pun, cuma gelak tak henti jelah sebab kelakar..
Not angry also, just laughed non stop because it was so funny
Zulhelmey to TRP
Hellokitty Haha GIF from Hellokitty GIFs

Twitterjaya is, of course, having a field day with replies.
As the men could understand Zulhelmey’s feelings.

muka memang marah betul ni pic.twitter.com/zKR305jAmu
â€” yehh (@_arehh) July 9, 2019

his face definitely ‘angry’

Tak tahu la nak menangis ke nak gelak ni hahaha
â€” muhammad drake (@apipmyblack) July 9, 2019

I don’t know if I want to cry or laugh hahaha

berak dengan hello kitty, apa ada hai.
â€” Amy Kitty (@amymedusaa) July 9, 2019

…: toilet seat also got hello kitty 😂😂😂
Amy kitty: poop with hello kitty

Tak seram ke hahahaha . mcm seram je bila kucing bebanyak tgk
â€” Ashraf (@AMistaker) July 10, 2019

Not scary is it? Hahahahah. Like scary only when there’s so many cats

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Whilst some others (females mostly) rejoiced and dreamt of having a similar room.

Hahahahaha ha elok laa. Jimat lauk semua tak makan duduk bilik je. Makan wallpaper tu semua
â€” Ira (@Iralims) July 10, 2019

uan: Uish don’t want to go out of the room like this
Ira: hahahahaha good la. Save money on food, just sit in your room only. Eat all that wall paper

bapak cuteee nak bilik camni
â€” ✨ (@afqaa__) July 9, 2019

It’s so cute, I want a room like this

Klau ltk my Little Pony msti lgi cantek
â€” hohohohohoho (@wafasssssss) July 10, 2019

If you put Little Pony it would be even nicer

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Well anyway, much to our surprise, he’s not the first guy to sleep in such a femininely glowing room.

Hahah ye aku 3 org laki. Time tu desak cri la hotel mana pn. Nmpk hotel ni chck in jelah. Skali masuk semua jd sanjut terus😂 but nice location dia dekat ng menara blakng je
â€” F I R D A U S🎗 (@Mohdfirdaus0) July 11, 2019

haha yes us 3 guys (have stayed there too). We were desperate at that time. We saw this hotel and just checked in la. Once we entered, we got shocked 😂 but nice location near the tower

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Aliff Syukri Claims Trial For Uploading Offensive Posts On Instagram

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Celebrity businessman Datuk Seri Aliff Syukri Kamarzaman is known for his entertaining and controversial videos.

This time, his videos had landed him in trouble and he has been charged at the Sessions Court today (13 October) with four counts of uploading offensive content on his Instagram account.
According to Berita Harian, Aliff Syukri allegedly uploaded offensive content with the intention to cause hurt to others on 13, 15, 17 and 21 April this year.
He’s charged under Section 233(1)(a) of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 (Act 588), which carries a maximum fine of RM50,000, an imprisonment term not exceeding one year, or both.
He’s also liable to a fine of RM1,000 for every day during which the offence is continued after conviction.
New Straits Times reported that the court set RM20,000 bail for all charges and fixed 25 November for mention.
Screenshot of the Aidilfitri music video on the right. Image: TRP File
Previously, the 34-year-old businessman sparked a controversy with his Aidilfitri music video that was deemed offensive and goes against the local culture.
He was asked to give a statement at the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) in Cyberjaya, to help in the investigation on 24 April.
READ MORE: [Watch] Aliff Syukri’s Raya Teaser Slammed For Tarnishing The Image of Islam
READ MORE: Aliff Syukri Investigated For Controversial Raya Music Video, MCMC Calls In Entrepreneur For Questioning
READ MORE: [Watch] Aliff Syukri Apologises For ‘Hari Raya’ Video, Pleads With Public Not To Blame His Family Members

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28YO Thai National Dies From Injuries After Participating In Muay Thai Tournament In Kelantan

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A 28-year-old Muay Thai contestant from Thailand succumbed to his injury and died on Saturday, after falling into a coma shortly after participating in a tournament in Kampung Che Deris in Kota Baru, Kelantan.

According to New Straits Times, the Thai national died while receiving treatment at Raja Perempuan Zainab II Hospital (HRPZ ll).
Kelantan acting police chief Datuk Muhamad Zaki Harun said that the victim was involved in a match at about 8pm on Friday night.
“He lost to the fighter during the fifth round of the match and fell unconscious shortly after,” Muhamad Zaki was quoted as saying.
He added that the victim was first brought to the Badang health clinic before being transferred to HRPZll when his condition worsened.
“He died at 10.50am yesterday (Saturday) while receiving treatment at the hospital,” said Muhamad Zaki.
His remains were sent to his family in Chumpon, southern Thailand, the same day he died.
It was learnt the victim was married and has one child.

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Cheras Is Now Covid-19 Red Zone & This Means Entire KL Is Red Zone, Too

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As the fight against Covid-19 rages on in Malaysia, Cheras is officially a red zone now.
Based on figures released by the Health Ministry (dated 12pm, 5th April), Cheras has 44 reported positive cases.
The other four districts in Kuala Lumpur, Lembah Pantai (376), Kepong (112) and Titiwangsa (90) are also Covid-19 hotspots, making the entirety of Kuala Lumpur a red zone with 622 reported cases.
Lembah Pantai also remains in the top spot in Malaysia with 376 cases, followed by Hulu Langat and Petaling districts in Selangor with 318 and 292 cases each.
Altogether the 18 red zones in Malaysia account for 2,543 of Malaysiaâ€™s 3,662 total reported Covid-19 cases. They are:
Lembah Pantai – 376 casesHulu Langat – 318 casesPetaling – 292 casesKuching – 165 casesSeremban – 156 casesKluang – 147 casesJohor Bahru – 139 casesKepong – 112 casesKlang – 109 casesGombak – 100 casesTitiwangsa – 90 casesKinta – 84 casesKota Bahru – 82 casesTawau – 67 casesHilir Perak – 65 casesJerantut – 60 casesBatu Pahat – 47 casesCheras – 44 cases

#COVID19Malaysia Taburan kes mengikut negeri dan daerah sehingga 12pm, 5 April. Pertambahan zon merah kepada 18 dengan terbaru Cheras. Duduk di rumah dan penjarakan sosial  mampu memutuskan rantaian jangkitan #COVID19. pic.twitter.com/gW8ndqPzRB— KKMPutrajaya (@KKMPutrajaya) April 6, 2020

If youâ€™re curious about how the Covid-19 zones are classified, read our explanation HERE.

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GE15: Statement Claiming Zahid Supports Anwar As Prime Minister Is Fake

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A statement allegedly by Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi voicing his support for Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim to be the prime minister is fake.

The statement dated 18 November, allegedly bearing the signatures of both Zahid and Anwar, claimed that Barisan Nasional would work with Pakatan Harapan to form the government with Anwar as the prime minister.
According to The Star, Zahid’s media director Major General (R) Datuk Fadzlette Othman Merican Idris Merican refuted the claims in the fake statement.
She said only the statement issued following the 15th general election (GE15) on 19 November was official.
READ MORE: Will Zahid Heed Calls From Within Umno For Him To Resign?
A sample of the fake statement that has been circulating online. Image: Salim Iskandar/ FB

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OneRepublic Will Be Live In KL In 2023, Tickets Start From RM388

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American pop rock band OneRepublic will be returning to Malaysia in 2023 as part of the Asia leg of their concert tour.

Asia! We’re so excited to be returning in spring of 2023. Tickets will be on sale in the coming weeks so head to https://t.co/uwLKcHDM9c for more info. See you there! pic.twitter.com/qOGuguebno— ONEREPUBLIC (@OneRepublic) September 21, 2022
They will be performing in KL Convention Centre on 1 May, 2023, for one night only.
It appears that this concert will not focus specifically on any one album. Instead, the songlist will feature many of their top singles, from recent ones such as West Coast, I Ain’t Worried to their breakout classics Secrets, Good Life, Stop and Stare.
Tickets priced at RM388
There will be only one ticket price available for purchase, as the concert will be held in a single hall in KL Convention Centre.
The whole hall will be free-standing only, priced at RM388.

Tickets will go on sale next week, but there will be early access for some exclusive groups.
The Fan Club presale will begin on 27 September, the Live Nation Member presale will begin on 28 September, and the general tickets will go on sale on 29 September.
Tickets can be purchased on both OneRepublic’s official website and GoLive.

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We Celebrated Deepavali’s Circle Of Light Learning How To Make Colourful Kolams

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It was a day filled with colour as the TRP troop spent our Saturday (22 October) discovering culture, and tradition, while expressing our creativity during a special Kolam decorative art workshop at the Quayside Mall, Kota Kemuning.

The workshop was hosted in collaboration with Gamuda Land in celebration of the Deepavali festive season and was taught by Kolam Guru Ruben Prakash along with his team of talented traditional artists.
The event was attended by mall visitors and families who came to experience firsthand what Kolam making was all about, and even took home some awesome goodies!
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Beauty never-lasting
Translating to mean “beauty”, Kolams are these simple, yet colourfully intricate pieces of art that are drawn on the ground using dry, edible things such as grains of rice and flour. They are usually etched to mark special occasions within the Indian community, like festive seasons, weddings and other celebrations.
Read More: What Are Those Pretty Colourful Designs On The Floor During Deepavali?
As we were working on our very own grainy artwork, our instructor Kevin told us that Kolams are made to signify auspiciousness and as temporary abstractions to welcome prosperity.
This is because Kolams are supposed to be short-lived. Part of the reason why they are made from edible material is that the artwork is also meant as a sort of offering to the critters we share this world with.
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Kevin shared that, traditionally, Kolams are drawn outside and left overnight to be eaten away by the birds and the bugs, and be disposed of the very next day.
You can even say that the art form teaches us the lesson that no matter how hard we work on something or how beautiful something is, it can’t lasts forever.
Fun for the whole family
Ruben told us that he was excited to see people of all shapes and sizes having fun during the cultural learning experience.
I feel happy seeing people of multiple cultures having fun and taking their time to learn something from our traditions. We want people to learn and experience something that they’d remember. And maybe the next time they see a Kolam at a shopping mall or something, they’d appreciate the hard work that’s gone into something that they themselves had experience making before.Ruben Prakash.
“At first we were worried because we’d never done something like this before. We were worried that it wouldn’t turn out right.” Gushed Mohd Shahidan from Pulau Indah, who participated in the art workshop with his three boys.
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He explained that the event was an amusing team-building activity between the family and was glad to have had the chance to learn how to make something artistic.
The kids had fun playing with colours, and we learned how to do something with teamwork to make such a fine piece of traditional art together.Mohd Shahidan to TRP.
Whitney and her son Chong Yew Seng from Puchong also had a fun time learning something new at the workshop.
The mother shared that all the hard work put into finishing their project was a great opportunity to teach her son about discipline and how to appreciate other people’s handiwork.
I say to him—You see, very hard, right? So don’t spoil other people’s decorations.Whitney to TRP.
Kolam 101
Although we were only required to follow a ready-made design that was printed out and taped to the floor, we soon realized that making the perfect Kolam was definitely harder than it looks!
Picking the right colour combination to use and just keeping the shifty grains within the lines proved to be quite a challenge.
But, Kevin said that it was always best for us to start from the middle and make our way outwards in order to keep things organised and remember just to have fun with it. (Easy to say for someone who has more than 10 years of Kolam-making experience and can do it free-hand…)
So we did just that—Dipped our hands in coloured rice and improvised our way forward making our very first Kolams, only to gleefully whisk away our handiwork at the end of the program.
(Credit: TRP/ its.anne.with.an.e via Instagram)
If you’d like to learn more about the culture and traditions of making Kolam, watch TRP’s short video featuring Ruben Prakash and the Pure Life Society home for underprivileged children made in celebration of Deepavali’s Circle of Light.

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Netizens Are Not Reacting Well To The New And Upcoming MRT Cyberjaya City Center Station

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If you often find yourself frustrated at the inaccessibility of our country’s public train system, you’re not the only one.

A viral Tweet by @Twt_Cyberjaya on the upcoming MRT Cyberjaya City Centre has netizens foaming at the mouth.

MRT Cyberjaya City Centre! pic.twitter.com/D0XlT83GWe— Cyberjaya Info (@Twt_Cyberjaya) February 12, 2023

According to the tweet, the MRT station which comes under the MRT Putrajaya Phase 2 project is set to be fully operational to the public by March 16 (unofficial) this year.
Netizens took to Twitter to share their disappointment with the structure of the station which according to them “promotes inaccessibility” for on-foot users.
Twitter user @ErnestOnPT said:
This is just as ‘City Centre’ as it gets for Cyberjaya, as the station itself is literally the embodiment of the township. There is no central core or a downtown where one can easily walk around – all you see is buildings distanced far apart and cars are a necessity to get around.@ErnestOnPT on Twitter
Agreeing to his point, Twitter user @faisalion29 said this just meant that public transport users would still require a car to move around the area to access the station, which in return, defeats the purpose.
Another unsatisfied Twitter user @timcmi lamented that his dream of the Klang Valley becoming a walkable city felt more far-fetched now.
Meanwhile Twitter user @haqeemm pointed out that the replies under the viral post spoke for the majority of public transport users.
What’s the point of building LRT stations if it isn’t even accessible by foot? This is literally useless.@haqeemm on Twitter
Several others also voiced out their dismay towards the situation with some calling out the irony behind the station’s name.
If you are someone who uses a ton of public transportation to carry out your daily activities, what is the one thing that boils your blood when it comes to public transport?

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Beware Of Cheap Thermometers, Warns Ministry

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The Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Ministry (KPDNHEP) is warning Malaysians against purchasing cheap or low-cost digital thermometers.
With the Recovery Movement Control Order (RMCO) in full swing, it’s now a part of life to have your temperature scanned when you are out in public.
And with social distancing and hygiene concerns at top priority, the modern non-contact digital infrared thermometer quickly became the default tool to determine whether a person is clear to be out in public places.
A customer being scanned before they are allowed to enter a mall in Kuala Lumpur.(Credit: The Star)
But as the need for such a tool now in high demand, the KPDNHEP is advising Malaysians, especially businesses, to stay clear of products that are being sold below market prices out of concern that these items might be faulty or fake.
Notably, there have been reports of thermometers giving inaccurate temperature readings which, in essence, defeats the whole purpose of having the scanner in the first place.
The normal human body temperature is between 36 to 37°C, anything higher than that, you may be sick. Anything lower then there might be something funny going on with the thermometer you’re using.(Credit: Anton/Unsplash)
A quick look through online shopping platforms does reveal that prices for these thermometers do vary considerably as digital scanners of different brands are being sold for as low as RM10, to costing more than RM200.
Among the thermometer choices available to consumers on poplar Malaysian online shopping websites.(Credit: Shopee/Lazada)
Now we know what you’re thinking; “Well how are we supposed to know which is which? We’re not thermometer experts!”
Though the authorities do not have specific guidelines on the sales and purchases of these thermometers, the KPDNHEP simply recommends that Malaysian seek out products from trusted retailers and buy thermometers with the SIRIM certification stamp of approval to avoid being duped.
At the moment, the KPDNHEP is asking the public to be on the lookout for any suspiciously cheap thermometer sellers that might be taking advantage of the whole Covid-19 crisis to make a quick buck.
And with everyone being familiar with the running joke that Malaysians simply can’t resist cheap and bargain prices, maybe it’s time to set aside our supposedly predisposed thriftiness in the nation’s fight against the Covid-19 pandemic.

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[Watch] Young Man Chooses 62-Year-Old Woman As His Life Partner Despite 34-Year Age Gap

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Oscar Wilde made an insightful observation over a hundred years ago, stating that the “tragedy of old age is not that one is old, but that one is young.”

Interestingly, as we grow older in years, many of us paradoxically experience a sense of youthfulness.
This might be the exact feeling one encounters when dating someone older.
Despite a 34-year age difference, a young man from Sabah was not deterred from selecting a 62-year-old woman as his life companion all due to their love for each other.
In a TikTok video that has since gone viral, @mohammadaminrokiahfamli posted a video showcasing the love between the couple.
  @mohammadamiinrokiahfamli  ♬ original sound  – 🐝
According to the video, the couple began getting acquainted on October 21, 2021, and subsequently, the then 26-year-old Mohammad Amin Jumdail, made the decision to travel to the Peninsular to meet Rokiah Samat for the first time.
After several months of getting to know each other, the young man proposed in June 2022 which eventually led to the couple tying the knot in September 2022.
Additionally, the video also noted that Rokiah, who is originally from Kelantan, already has 11 children, 22 grandchildren, and one great-grandchild.
Since going viral, the TikTok video not only gained over 2 million views but also prompted diverse reactions from netizens.
Generally, many extended their congratulations to the couple and wished them happiness while some individuals also shared their own experiences related to age gaps in their own relationships in the comments section.

Kalau dah jodoh, itu lah ketentuanya.. macam saya 51 tahun suami 36 tahun beza 15 tahun
TikTok user simahalim

Kalau saya pulak umur saya 44 suami saya 60 .. cinta alam maya cinta WeChat… perkahwinan kami dah 5 tahun.
TikTok user fazlina
Ultimately, age becomes inconsequential when it comes to relationships and what truly matters is the ability to align goals and embrace a compatible approach to life.
As Bob Marley famously expressed, “if she’s amazing, she won’t be easy… if she’s worth it, you won’t give up.”

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[Watch] Driver Of RM2.27 Million Luxury Sportscar Caught On Camera Slipping Out Of RM2.50 Toll Fee

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Netizens weren’t sure to laugh, cry or be impressed by the sneaky manoeuvre performed by the driver of a yellow Lamborghini that was allegedly caught slipping under a toll both on a local highway without paying the fee.

A video shared by Kenny@X-ONE on TikTok claimed to have captured the vehicle driving under the SmartTag lane toll gate while it was still down, and with the toll lights still flashing red.
  @kennytiew0821 No need to pay toll fees? 😳 ##like ##followme ##lamborghini ##shimalganu ♬ qing fei de yi meteor garden ost – ramjay batas
A quick look online shows that commenters had found it amusing that a person who was driving a million ringgit sportscar would first, break the law and second, couldn’t afford to pay a toll which maybe had only cost around RM2.50.
Others were just upset over the fact that they probably couldn’t do the same stunt themselves.
(Credit: kennytiew0821 via TikTok)
Now according to the local automobile website, Zigwheels Malaysia, the on-the-road price for a brand new Lamborghini Aventador (you can kinda tell by the taillights) in 2021 is exactly RM2,274,194, and it says on Curosell that you can rent one for no less than RM7,000 a day.
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Knowing this, you won’t find it surprising to see some comments that echo calls to “eat the rich”.
(Credit: kennytiew0821 via TikTok)
But there were also those who came in defence of the sportscar by saying that people were too quick to jump to conclusions.
Several commenters pointed out that it was possible that the vehicle had in fact paid the toll fee. Others also claimed that it was normal for “lowered” sportscars to pay toll fees without alerting the toll gate sensors.
(Credit: kennytiew0821 via TikTok)
However, Kenny@X-ONE later claimed that the toll booth display screen had shown that the yellow Lambo had “low balance” in its Touch n Go account when it drove under the gate.
Now what usually happens when you drive through a SmartTag lane and you see the words low balance flashing on the screen, it means that your TnG account does not have enough credit in it for the toll to deduct.
Normally, drivers are forced to either leave their car there at the toll booth and walk to the nearest ‘top-up’ counter to reload their account (creating an annoying traffic jam) or be forced to reverse their vehicles and drive to the nearest reload or cash lane (also creating annoying jams).
Kenny@X-ONE even provided netizens with footage of showing himself supposedly driving through and paying the toll using the SmartTag lane as a comparison for the more sceptical viewers.
  @kennytiew0821 Car infront deduct from TnGo card=BAKI KAD RMX. XX. My car deduct from E-Wallet =TERIMA KASIH(No indicate my balance) ##like ##followme ##toll ♬ My Love – Westlife
Amazingly, it’s not really uncommon for the drivers of expensive and luxurious cars to be, well, a nuisance both on and off the roads.
Read More: Luxury Car Drivers Are Jerks: Science Finally Confirms What Malaysians Knew All Along
Lambos are also notoriously known to be the vehicle of choice to perform some of the trickiest of tricks you might see in the movies.

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Baking fails that made us LOL (Raya 2019 edition)

What’s the one thing we love about Raya?That’s right.. COOKIES
But every year, without fail (heh. geddit), we get some spectacular fails that  always gets us giggling.

Raya = Cookies Cookies = BakingBaking = FailsFails = LOLs

So here you go, a list of the most hilarious Raya cookie fails we’ve seen this year.
‘Deconstructed’ Kuih

Cubaan pertama buat kuih bakar gagal. Bahagian tengah tak cukup masak. Maka jadilah kuih deconstructed ni.Edible but not presentable. pic.twitter.com/FqU6qWYtYI
â€” Fader Mader (@AZakariah1) March 20, 2019

If it fails, just call it art
Putting the “perit” in Semperit
Picture Credit :  Masak Apa Hari Ni.. (MAHN) via Facebook

 Picture Credit :  Masak Apa Hari Ni.. (MAHN) via Facebook

Burn, baby. Burn
Blackened semperit, anyone?

 Picture Credit :  Masak Apa Hari Ni.. (MAHN) via Facebook

or would you prefer flambÃ©d suji biscuits?

 Picture Credit :  Masak Apa Hari Ni.. (MAHN) via Facebook

When Alien biscuits get EXTRA-terrestrial
Alien cookies are super popular this Raya. The recipe is pretty simple; butter, milk, sugar and cornflour. Plus, they’re really cute when done well.
Unfortunately for these lot, the aliens got a bit weird…

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The aliens flew too close to the Sun…
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Some aliens turned to zombies..
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We’re blown away by thisImage via Facebook

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Aliens too close to the Sun, part 2
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Now, these cookies don’t look too bad

 Picture Credit :  Masak Apa Hari Ni.. (MAHN) via Facebook

But if you look closer…

 Image via  Masak Apa Hari Ni.. (MAHN) / Facebook

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These cookies have seen things…

 Picture Credit :  Masak Apa Hari Ni.. (MAHN) via Facebook

 Picture Credit :  Masak Apa Hari Ni.. (MAHN) via Facebook

A tray full of beaming smiles

 Picture Credit :  Masak Apa Hari Ni.. (MAHN) via Facebook

Then, there’s this guy..

 Picture Credit :  Masak Apa Hari Ni.. (MAHN) via Facebook

A DIY mat maybe?
Ovaltine cookies that turned into.. a mat-like sheet

 Picture Credit :  Masak Apa Hari Ni.. (MAHN) via Facebook

Just a casual tray of amoebas
Image via Facebook
And finally, there’s… these
We’ll leave it to you to judge them for yourselves.
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 Picture Credit :  Masak Apa Hari Ni.. (MAHN) via Facebook

…..

 Picture Credit :  Masak Apa Hari Ni.. (MAHN) via Facebook

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 Picture Credit :  Masak Apa Hari Ni.. (MAHN) via Facebook
There you have it, folks! Some of the finest follies in Raya cookie-making 2019.
Feel free to share your Raya cookie fails with us, we need a reason to laugh while stuffing our faces with more cookies 🙂

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PSA: Why Selangor’s Cases Will Continue Rising Throughout CMCO

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Covid-19 cases in Selangor are expected to increase as more testing will be conducted by the state, said Former Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad.

He said that although the numbers might look disheartening, the state shouldn’t give up yet in its fight against the coronavirus.
Beware! Numbers may rise further. Why? Because now we are doing more testing, especially mandatory (tests) on foreign workers.Former Health Minister Datuk Seri Dzulkefly Ahmad via Twitter
He also suggested a few policies on Twitter to help combat the spread of the virus in Selangor:
Screen at-risk community who are exposed to the ‘spill over’ from “high-positivity clusters” of work places Actively find sporadic cases.Isolate cases-in-community earlier & cut transmission faster Leverage on technology to expedite, streamline & monitor community testing efficiency
Cases in Selangor have fluctuated in the past few days based on the data from the Health Ministry with 277 cases reported on 9 December, before jumping to 1,428 on 10 December and dipping slightly at 829 cases on 11 December.
Meanwhile, SELANGKAH has announced the release of a digital solution for Covid-19 contact tracing and rapid screening via its community screening portal to ensure that individuals who were traced before can now be screened and tested rapidly.
By utilising the new digital solution, the team managed to screen 44.2% of the targeted population in Meru, Klang within five hours, exceeding the initial target of only 10%, with results being made available within 24 hours.

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[Watch] Youngsters Beat Homeless People Under Port Klang Bridge, Cops Investigating

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The police are hunting for a group of individuals involved in a brutal attack against homeless people in the Klang district.

The incident, captured in viral videos on social media, showed four youths believed to be residents committing the crime under the Port Klang bridge near a supermarket.
They came in a car, pretended to give money to the homeless, and then hit the victims with sticks, including what appeared to be a steering lock.
Speaking in Mandarin, the youngsters joked and laughed as they beat up their victims.

Police Urge Public To Come Forward With Information On The Incident
Klang Selatan District Police Chief, Assistant Commissioner Cha Hoong Fong, confirmed the incident.
Police had opened an investigation paper under Section 324 of the Penal Code for causing injury using a weapon.
He urged anyone with information about the case to contact IPD Klang Selatan or any nearby police station.

On Sunday (28 May), a local woman reported the video clips to the Port Klang Police Station at midnight.
The incident has sparked outrage among social media users, who expressed disgust and anger towards the perpetrators.
Many have called for swift action against those responsible for the heinous crime.
This incident highlights the vulnerability of homeless people in our society and the need for greater protection and support for this marginalized group.
Many homeless people have jobs but do not have enough income to get a comfortable place to live in.
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14-year-old Kuantan schoolboy skips school, found passed out drunk nearby

A 14 year old boy complete in his school uniform in Kuantan didnâ€™t only decide to skip school, but also decided to have a not-so-innocent padang session.

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Unfortunately, the young boy couldn’t control himself and wound up passing out after consuming cheap alcohol.
A passerby found him knocked out on a bench nearby his school.
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Later, an ambulance rushed him to Tengku Ampuan Afzan hospital.

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Some have been saying that he had a methanol poisoning.
However, that is not the case. The latest report says that he is doing fine and there hasnâ€™t been a poisoning.

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The District Education officer has promised to hold a counselling session between the parents and the student involved.
The school will also hold a talk on the dangers of drinking to warn against drinking.
BTW, teens are at a greater risk of alcohol-related harm than adults. This is because teenagers are more likely to drink heavily over a short period of time AKA binge drinking.
Binge drinking in teens normally lead to bigger problems such as:1. School problems; higher absence, failing grades.2. Physical problems; hangovers.3. Disruption of normal growth and sexual development.4. Higher risk for suicide and homicide.
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So remember guys, if you are going to drink, then please drink responsibly.

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KL’s Pudu Area Under Semi-Enhanced MCO

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Security forces including the army and police were seen in KL’s Pudu area, cordoning several roads late last night.
The authorities have described it as a semi-enhanced movement control order (SEMCO). Unlike the Enhanced Movement Control Order (EMCO), the SEMCO allows people to still move in and out of the area if they have valid reasons.
The reason for the SEMCO is to conduct Covid-19 tests on residents and foreign workers. The Pudu area harbours a large number of refugees and undocumented migrants, who are afraid of going to authorities even if they are showing symptoms over fears of being caught or deported.
The SEMCO is merely a way to ensure that there isn’t unnecessary movement of people from the area to prevent an outbreak.
Areas under the SEMCO include Jalan Pudu, Jalan Kancil, Jalan Pasar, Jalan Landak, Lorong Brunei 2 and Lorong Brunei 3.
Two other neighbourhoods in Selayang and parts of KL’s Chow Kit area were placed under similar restrictions.

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Here Are Five Reasons Why Food In Tourist Attractions Are Pricier Than Other Places

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The recent Langkawi news of ‘siakap kayangan‘ probably made some people afraid to spend money on food while traveling.

The burning question is, why eateries in ordinary places are cheaper, often by half, and don’t come with hidden costs and additional taxes?
People are fearful that it could be their turn to be the next victim.
But the fact is, no matter where the tourist attractions are, the price of food and beverage will be higher than the average.
Why is it that money sent on food goes for less at tourist attractions?
Perhaps it is time to reflect on this for a moment, to disentangle fact and fiction.
Read More: Another Curious Case of Expensive ‘Ikan Siakap’ Surfaces In Langkawi
Diners happily awaiting their food at a restaurant in Hong Kong. (Credit: Fernando Fong)
Expensive Retail Rent
Tourist attractions are places for tourists to travel, and often, to splash money on luxuries and indulgences.
The rent of stalls or shops in touristy areas is generally higher than those outside of these locations.
In fact, the property lease in touristy areas is often the priciest of all retail strips.
Therefore, if businesspeople want to sell food and beverages here, they will have to bear a higher cost.
To ensure profit, the food and drink they sell must be double the price.
After all, it is a business and not a charity.
 A cafe in an upscale mall in Taipei, Taiwan. (Credit: Fernando Fong)
Location
Most of the scenic spots in tourist attractions are not in the city center, but usually in the mountains, seas, lakes, rivers and other remote places.
Due to this reason, transportation is inconvenient.
Many scenic spots are some distance from the city center, and there is nothing to eat around these scenic spots.
The remoteness not only affects how long food takes to arrive, it also affects fresh produce; it just doesn’t last as long.
Not to mention that the infrastructure costs more to build in these often remote areas.
Naturally,  businesses will take advantage of this fact and charge customers an arm and a leg.
A five-star resort in Langkawi. (Credit: Fernando Fong)
Cost
Besides the retail rent, the operating cost of businesses is also relatively high.
For businesses in remote locations, they need to spend much more on labor and transportation costs compared to bringing the items to an urban eatery.
They need to bring in raw materials such as food ingredients on a regular basis, which significantly increases the operating cost.
For example, tourist attractions on a mountain must transport the ingredients from the bottom.
This is why, as an example, a typical fast-food burger costs less than RM10 in the lowlands, while an American burger at a highlands resort commands RM40.
Depending on the location, businesses might also need to transport ingredients by boat. These inconveniences can also significantly increase the cost.
And it’s not just because the restaurant is upscale.
Read more: Genting’s Five Guys Burger Chain Disappoints Hungry Patrons
Passengers enjoying their meal on a sightseeing train in Ehime prefecture, Japan. (Credit: Fernando Fong)
Seasonal Factors
Travel is divided into off-season and peak season.
Tourist attractions will have fewer tourists in the off-season, so businesses will only make higher profits in the year’s peak season.
And in the peak season, the number of tourists can be astonishingly high.
Therefore, the daily customer flow is higher than that the businesses can usually cope with.
With tourists usually going for meals at about the same hours, the supply is less than the demand so prices will rise correspondingly.
A kid having good, clean fun at a beach in Krabi, Thailand. Holidaying off-season offers not only cheaper prices, but you can also avoid the crowd. (Credit: Fernando Fong)
One-time business psychology
Spending at tourist attractions is often a one-time affair for most visitors and most of the time, they’re highly unlikely to become repeat customers.
Therefore, businesses would charge a higher price to take advantage of that opportunity.
Furthermore, when people are on holiday, they tend to care less about spending, so long they have fun.
After all, happiness is the most important thing when you’re on a holiday.
To be fair to honest businesses, they also charge more for the care and service that they give to customers.
So, with the above-mentioned factors in mind, you can have a better idea of how to save on food if you want to.
After all, the extra cash can always come in handy to afford that extra sightseeing excursion or adventure that you might not have done if you were spending more on food.
Street food is always the cheapest. Here, tourists are checking out a pan cake stall in Penang. (Credit: Fernando Fong)

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Businesses Run By Foreigners Being Shut Down By DBKL

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Authorities are clamping down hard on businesses run by foreign migrants in the nation’s capital.
Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) reports that, since June 7, it has shut down 127 business premises operated by foreign nationals.
Among the businesses being shut down were mini-marts, restaurants, clothing stores, furniture shops, telecommunications stores, and car washes.
Reportedly a majority of these “illegal” businesses are essentially owned by licensed Malaysian citizens who’ve basically rented out their stores to foreigners on a sublet basis.
A man from Aceh, Indonesia manning a mini-mart in KL.(Credit: Harian Metro)
The supposed “flood” of foreign migrants participating in small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) has resulted in authorities strongly enforcing existing by-laws to prevent foreigners from setting up shop in KL.
By law, licensed Malaysian-owned businesses can only employ foreign workers with valid working permits, and businesses owned by foreigners need to have the appropriate licenses to operate.
Essentially DBKL has a ban on foreigners taking part in 23 different business activities including; grocery stores, 24-hour convenience stores, petrol stations, wet markets, roadside stalls, as well as textile, clothing, and shoe stores.
The Federation of Malaysian Consumers Association (FOMCA) has been quoted as saying that these foreign-run stores threaten local businesses by offering significantly lower prices than Malaysian enterprises.
It’s said that these foreign entrepreneurs have access to better supply chains allowing them to be more competitive than local businesses by getting their stocks for cheap and reselling them at more affordable prices.

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City Hall shuts down illegal apartment market
'Tak boleh bermalas-malas'
DBKL tutup 127 premis warga asing Artikel Penuh : https://www.sinarharian.com.my/article/87806/LAPORAN-KHAS/DBKL-tutup-127-premis-warga-asing © 2018 Hakcipta Terpelihara Kumpulan Karangkraf
DBKL tutup 44 premis perniagaan warga asing
DBKL tutup, sita 6 lagi premis perniagaan warga asing
Larang warga asing kendalikan semua perniagaan
Warga asing dilarang kendali 23 jenis perniagaan
Laporan: DBKL tutup 127 kedai warga asing setakat 7 Jun
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8YO Ampang Boy Tries To Escape Abusive Home, Suffers From Bruises All Over Body

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Members of the public saw an 8-year-old boy climbing out of his home on the fourth floor of an apartment unit in Jalan Cahaya, Ampang, on Friday, 16 September at 4.40pm.

According to The Star, it’s believed that the boy climbed out of a window and was standing on the ledge of the wall when he was spotted.
The people who saw the boy allegedly alerted the guard about the incident. The guard broke down the door of the house before firefighters arrived.
The Selangor Fire and Rescue Department director Norazam Khamis said the boy was locked in a room before he attempted his escape.
Image:  Jabatan Bomba dan Penyelamat Malaysia (JBPM)
The boy was believed to be a victim of abuse when he was found covered in bruises all over his body.
This incident also helped police to rescue his younger sister, aged, six, who suffered abuse and sustained similar bruises.
Both children were sent to Hospital Ampang for further treatment.
Ampang Jaya OCPD Assistant Commissioner Mohamad Farouk Eshak said two suspects, the child’s aunt and her husband, were arrested on the same day around 6pm and will be remanded for a week.
Investigations also revealed that the children’s biological father had passed, but their mother refused to care for them.
UPDATEPolis tahan mak saudara(adik ibu mangsa) dan suaminya berusia 33 dan 29 tahun.Selain budak 8 tahun, adiknya usia 6 tahun juga didera.Siasatan dapati bapa mangsa sudah meninggal dunia manakala ibu mereka tidak mahu menjaga adik beradik itu : KPD Ampang Jaya. pic.twitter.com/G0wO9YjcSP— Mohd Redzuan Abdul Manap (@redzuanNewsMPB) September 16, 2022
Based on the police statement, the aunt’s 29-year-old husband has a previous criminal record. Both husband and wife tested negative for drugs in a urine test.
The case is being investigated under Section 31(1)(a) of the Child Act 2001 for neglecting, abandoning or exposing the child in a manner likely to cause the child physical or emotional injury.
It carries a charge of a fine not exceeding RM20,000 or imprisonment of not more than ten years or both.

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Get Up To RM400 Rebate For Electrical Appliances, Redeemable For Purchase On E-Commerce Platforms

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Sometimes, the government does come up with good ideas that benefit the people.

One example is the Sustainability Achieved Via Energy Efficiency (SAVE) 3.0, a program that provides a maximum e-Rebate of RM400.
The rebate is given to domestic households that purchase energy-efficient products with a 4-star or 5-star energy efficiency label from the Energy Commission (ST).
The SAVE 3.0 Program continues the previously implemented SAVE 2.0 Program by the Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources (KeTSA).
Sustainable Energy Development Authority (SEDA) Malaysia is the Implementing Agency with support from ST.
Why Is The Government Giving You Money?
The main objectives of the SAVE 3.0 Program are:
Increase the number of five (5) and four (4) star energy-efficient electrical appliances and energy-efficient appliances in the market; andRaise public awareness to encourage them to buy energy-efficient appliances that will save consumers’ electricity consumption, especially for domestic consumers.
Kenapa bill aku mahal sgt bulan ni, 300 lebih , ac aku xpakai siang dah 2 minggu lebih kot. Agak2 lah TnB ni. Bukak daily usage takde kosong je. Geram tul. Nak jugak aku trace hari apa yg mahal sgt tu— ♥NAM♥ (@atiqmisz) July 29, 2022
Sekarang pon dah mahal kau nak naikkan tarif apa lagi? Tnb dah la monopoly dalam market apa lagi yang tak dapat nak elak setan? Akauntan kau reti buat cash flow ke tak? https://t.co/uPd70rcikk— däa (@aidahaziz_) June 23, 2022
The eligibility conditions to obtain a SAVE 3.0 voucher are:
This rebate is limited to one account only for purchases in 2022 based on a first-come, first-serve basis.This program is only given to Malaysian citizens and domestic tariff electricity account holders registered with utility companies such as Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB), Sabah Electricity Sdn Bhd (SESB), Sarawak Energy Bhd (SEB), and NUR Power are eligible to apply.Recipients of an e-rebate for the SAVE 2.0 Program are not eligible to apply for the SAVE 3.0 Program category one.Purchases can be made physically at registered electrical stores and supermarkets and online through recognized e-commerce platforms such as Shopee, Lazada and PG Mall.

SAVE 3.0 e-Rebate / Voucher Category
This program provides up to RM400 e-Rebate (RM200 for Category 1 and RM50/RM100/RM200 for Category 2).
Domestic households purchasing energy-efficient electrical appliances from 1 January 2022 to 31 December 2022 are eligible.
The electrical appliances must come with four or 5-star energy efficiency labels from the ST.
Category 1: Refrigerator or air conditioner; and
Category 2: Television or washing machine or microwave oven or rice cooker.
Tahun ini program Kerajaan SAVE 3.0 kembali lagi dgn rebat sehingga Rm400 untuk pembelian peralatan elektrik “4 stars/5 stars Energy Efficiency”. Jadi kalau anda tgh survey TV, peti sejuk, air cond, microwave, rice cooker atau washing machine baru, bolehlah guna rebat ini. pic.twitter.com/Ryd7qjTDgS— Jason East Hill 🇲🇾 (@Jasonlee93new) January 8, 2022
How To Get Vouchers On The e-Commerce Platform
Here’s how to manually redeem the rebate/voucher on an online platform or a registered electrical shop.
Search ‘SAVE 3.0’ on e-commerce sites.Send a message to the seller who will help you apply for the SAVE 3.0 voucher.Once approved, the seller will send you a voucher code.Enter the voucher code provided when checking out.
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For more information, visit:
Shopee: https://shopee.com.my/m/program-saveLazada: https://www.lazada.com.my/program-savePG Mall: https://www.pgmall.my/For manual redemption, please refer to the list of registered electricity shops at the following link: www.saveenergy.gov.my (Bring your IC and electricity bill to redeem this voucher)
You can also contact the Special Team for the SAVE 3.0 Program at 03-8870 5800, visit www.saveenergy.gov.my or e-mail to saveenergy@seda.gov.my.

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[Just In] We Withdraw Support From PN And Muhyiddin, Says UMNO

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UMNO has announced that they will withdraw their support from the Perikatan Nasional government and will not support Tan Sri Mahiaddin Md Yasin as Prime Minister.

The party’s President Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi also said in the same press conference that the Prime Minister should step down.
He also said that he presented a list of UMNO MPs to the King and added that the Agong has been informed that Muhyiddin no longer has a majority in Parliament.
Among the MPs standing with Zahid were Tanjong Karang MP Tan Sri Noh Omar, Gua Musang MP Tengku Razaleigh Hamzah, Pontian MP Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan, and Pengerang MP Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said who is also a Deputy Dewan Rakyat Speaker, among others.
Earlier today, Lenggong MP Datuk Seri Dr Shamsul Anuar Nasarah announced that he is vacating his post as Energy and Natural Resources Minister as a sign of loyalty for the party
READ MORE: Energy And Natural Resources Minister Resigns As A Symbol Of Loyalty To UMNO

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Malaysian Death Row Inmate In Singapore Pens A Song To Give Hope To Other Inmates

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Malaysian death row inmate Pannir Selvam Pranthaman may have penned his last song from Singapore’s Changi prison.

Pannir turned a lyricist behind bars when he was convicted for drug trafficking in May 2017. His first song titled ‘Arah Tuju’ was brought to life by Malaysian artist Santesh Kumar and produced by NGO Sebaran Kasih. It was released in April 2021.
His second and current song titled ‘Di Sebalik Pintu Besi’ aims to give hope to other death row inmates. The song provides these inmates hope that there was light at the end of the dark, painful and lonely tunnel of solitary confinement.

Pannir’s sister Angelia Pranthaman, 27, has not seen him in two years due to travel restrictions in the past years. She’s currently handling the song’s release on his behalf and is still looking for sponsors for the production of ‘Di Sebalik Pintu Besi.’
Despite not having sponsors yet, they have set the song to hit Malaysian airwaves at the end of March. The song will feature DJ Dave, Kidd Santhe and Pastor Prince Jon.
What’s unique about the song is that it will feature DJ Dave, Kidd Santhe and Pastor Prince Jon to bridge the intergenerational struggles of pain and loneliness on death row with room for hope.Angelia Pranthaman said at a press conference by Anti-Death Penalty Asia Network (Adpan).
The song was also written in hopes that it would lend to the campaign to abolish solitary confinement and the death penalty in Singapore and Malaysia.
Malay Mail reported in 2019 that Pannir was convicted of trafficking 51.84g of heroin at Woodlands Checkpoint in September 2014. He was not certified as a drug courier but was sentenced to death in Singapore in May 2017. His family has submitted various clemency petitions since then.
According to Malaysiakini, Angelia said the clemency appeal to Singapore’s President Halimah Yacob was the most daunting stage because it was the final avenue to plead for one’s life. If rejected, Pannir’s looming execution would be definite.
She hopes Pannir will be given a second lease of life so he could continue writing songs to create awareness of the dangers of drugs and trafficking.
He hoped to carry out more projects and write more songs from the prison’s general population.”Angelia Pranthaman
Malaysiakini reported that there are a few Malaysians facing the death penalty in Singapore, namely,  Nagaenthran Dharmalingam and Pausi Jefredin.
Adpan executive director Dobby Chew said psychiatrists had diagnosed Nagaenthran and Pausi to either suffer from an intellectual disability or borderline intellectual functioning.

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COVID-19 No Longer A Global Health Emergency, How’s Malaysia Faring?

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WHO director-general Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has declared that Covid-19 is no longer a global health emergency.

The decision was made after the Emergency Committee met for the 15th time and recommended Tedros declare an end to the public health emergency of international concern.
However, this does not mean that the threat of Covid-19 is over.
Tedros warned that the Covid-19 virus still poses a significant threat and the removal of the highest level of alert did not mean the danger has ended.
The emergency status could be reinstated if the situation changed. It is up to all countries to continue practising the necessary precautions in place to halt the spread of the infection and manage it alongside other infectious diseases.
The worst thing any country can do now is to use this news as a reason to let down its guard, to dismantle the systems it has built, or to send the message to its people that Covid-19 is nothing to worry about.WHO director-general Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus
According to WHO data, the Covid death rate has slowed from a peak of more than 10,000 people per week in January 2021 to just over 3,500 in the week to 24 April 2023.
Tedros also said at least seven million people died in the pandemic, but the true figure was likely closer to 20 million deaths.
This virus is here to stay. It is still killing, and it’s still changing. The risk remains of new variants emerging that cause new surges in cases and deaths.WHO director-general Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus
Tedros’s full opening remarks at the media briefing on 5 May can be read on WHO’s website.

What’s the Covid-19 situation in Malaysia?
According to the Health Ministry (KKM), there are 4,963 Covid-19 cases reported in the country from 23 April 2023 to 29 April 2023.
As expected, there is about a 3% rise in cases due to the holiday season, as compared to 4,817 cases reported from 16 April 2023 to 22 April 2023.
As of 29 April, around 33 Covid-19 clusters are still active.
KKM said the situation is under control and reminded everyone to follow the necessary hygiene SOPs.
Based on KKM’s Facebook post on 3 May, the Home Surveillance Order (HSO) under Act 342 is still in force.
Individuals who test positive for Covid-19 need to undergo mandatory quarantine for 7 days.
However, they can be granted an early discharge if the Covid-19 test result, taken under the supervision of a medical practitioner, shows a negative result on the fourth day of infection.

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Malaysian Lawyer Suing Live Nation Malaysia RM1mil Over “Missing” Concert Seat

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Have you ever had a bad experience at a concert and have wanted to take some form action but just couldn’t bring yourself to?

This Malaysian lawyer is making sure something gets done following his bad experience at the Blackpink’s Born Pink World Tour concert.
According to reports by MalayMail, lawyer Nas Rahman tweeted that he is suing organiser Live Nation Malaysia for up to RM1 million over his ‘missing’ seat at the show.
Back on March 5, Nas tweeted that he had to sit on the floor along the stairway during the concert as one of the two tickets he paid for did not exist.

https://twitter.com/nas_rahmann/status/1632086517052248064?s=20

On March 6, he updated followers that he had issued a letter of demand against the event organisers and began to talk with them for a resolution.
However, unfortunately, both parties could not come to an agreement.
READ MORE: Blackpink Concertgoer Issues LOD Against Live Nation For ‘Non-Existent Seat’
In an updated series of tweets posted yesterday, Nas said:
After a series of negotiations, both parties did not reach an agreement and I’ve become too lazy to say much so I’ve filed a lawsuit against Live Nation and Go Live at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court. You can refer to my statement in my TikTok: https://vt.tiktok.com/ZS8oYfcT4/Nas Rahman
He also added that:
Since the case has gone up to the courts, I will refrain from further commenting on this issue. I will only continue to update the progress of the case such as the date of the case management as well as the full hearing sessions. Win or lose I will keep updating so don’t worry.Nas Rahman
In his TikTok video, he also further explained why he was going through with this case.
You can watch his explanation here.

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Harimau Menangis, The Thai-Malay Dish The Internet’s Been Crying Over

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A local celebrity recently came under fire after she revealed that she had applied to trademark the term “Harimau Menangis”, a seemingly random phrase or quirky name. A crying tiger? Is it animal abuse? Is it a metaphor?

To my great surprise, it’s actually the name of a dish. In fact, it’s a specific name of a Thai dish that has found great popularity here in Malaysia, especially in the state of Kelantan.
Suea rong hai, a.k.a. Crying Tiger a.k.a. Harimau Menangis
Suea rong hai is an extremely simple Thai dish. Essentially, it is a piece of beef brisket marinated with spices, then grilled rare over open flame and sliced thinly. It is often paired with a common sour and spicy chili dip called nam jim jaew.
The beef brisket should be cooked rather rare.(Credit: @Pat2536/Twitter)
The meat gets its tang from the marinade: the basis of which is essentially fish sauce, light soy sauce, white pepper, and salt. Sounds simple enough, right?
The chili dip is the key factor here, as this condiment is what truly brings flavour to the meat. There is no set recipe for the chili dip, as everyone does it differently (sort of like our sambal), but the flavour profiles must be sour, sweet, and spicy.
Various ingredients can be used to achieve this taste, each providing variations in flavour profiles and textures. Commonly used ingredients are chilis, tamarind, lime, fish sauce, sweetener, tomatoes, garlic, sesame seeds, coriander, shallots, or green onion, depending on who is making it and personal preferences.
It really is just beef brisket topped with sauce.Credit: @catfuller/Twitter
But why did the tiger cry?
It’s been a staple Thai food for so long that no one really remembers why it’s called Crying Tiger. There are certain theories, of course.
The most popular story is that the tiger cried because a hunter killed and took away a cow it was hunting. Another story is that the tiger tasted the dish and was moved to tears by how delicious it was.
It really DOES look so good you’d cry.Credit: @ChoiceWandys/Twitter
Yet another story claims that the mouth of a tiger is too large to reach the brisket, which is the most tender part of a cow and situated in between bones, hence they cry when they can’t eat it. Some even say that the name is derived from the sizzling sound as the fat in the brisket melts and hits the fire, which looks and sounds like tears.
Regardless of the multitude of theories behind its unique name, the Thai Crying Tiger is a well-beloved and long-standing part of street Thai food that you can get quite easily in Malaysia!

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“No Bacterias In Similac Milk Products” Says Abbott, But Tests Will Continue

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Abbott has initiated a proactive voluntary recall of Similac Alimentum and Similac Human Milk Fortifier that were manufactured in Sturgis, Michigan, USA after receiving reports of bacterial contamination.

READ MORE: KKM Recalls 2 Similac Baby Formulas Due To Bacteria Contamination
In light of Abbott’s recent voluntary recall of both infant formula milk products, the company’s spokesperson has stated that the products distributed in Malaysia did not test positive for the presence of either Cronobacter Sakazakii or Salmonella Newport.
However, the company will continue testing their products.
Both Alimentum and Human Milk Fortifier are the only product range impacted and have been recalled from places where these products are mostly available such as hospitals and pharmacies.
Parents and guardians are advised to talk to their healthcare professional about suitable, alternative feeding options in the meantime.
The Abbott spokesperson added that no other Abbott nutrition products – including Similac – are impacted by the recall and consumers can continue to use these products with confidence.
For any questions on the product recall and return, parents can call Abbott Nutrition Careline at 1800-88-6233 or email at wecare@abbott.com.

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Our Healthcare System Is Critically Underfunded & Needs Improvement, Health Minister Revealed

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There is chronic underinvestment in the country’s public healthcare system compared to other middle-high income nations, says Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin Abu Bakar.

Khairy said that Malaysia has been spending merely 2.58% of its Gross Domestic Product (GDP), lower than the optimum amount needed, where the World Health Organisation (WHO) had suggested 7%.
“The Honorable Member is right in the view that the issue of funding is an important issue for the public healthcare system of the country, and I can state here that Malaysia as a middle high-income country has invested less than the optimal amount every year. In fact, I can say that there is chronic under-investment towards the nation’s public healthcare system,” Khairy was quoted as saying by Malay Mail.
Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin Abu Bakar (Credit: Ministry of Health)
The Rembau MP was responding to questions from Bukit Bendera MP Wong Hon Wai (DAP-PH) during the Question and Answer session in Parliament Today.
He said that other nations similar to Malaysia have been spending a minimum of 4% of their GDP on the healthcare system.
Khairy said that the public healthcare system is not in its best form as pointed out by the Auditor-General’s 2018 report, which highlights understaffing issues in the accident and emergency (A&E) departments in government hospitals, overcrowding with patients and lacking funding and medical equipment.
The health minister said that the problem is not only isolated to the A&E departments but also to other government health facilities.
“So the question of funding and allocation for public healthcare will become something that is very important to be discussed, decided and tabled in the White Paper later.”
Khairy said that the White Paper is set to be tabled in the Dewan Rakyat in November.

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UM Student Barred From Exam Because She Didn’t Take The Covid-19 Vaccine, Lodges Police Report In Protest

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A University Malaya medical student claimed to have been barred from sitting for the qualifying examination because she hasn’t been vaccinated.

It’s reported that Nik Farah Ellisha Mohd Razif, 22, had previously informed the university that she did not want to get the vaccine.
She then agreed to get vaccinated after being pressured by her university, and was going to get the vaccine based on her brand of choice in April.
The university said they would give me an appointment date to get the vaccine but until the day of the exam on June 8 and 9, I still did not get an appointment date for the vaccination and when I came to sit for the important exam, the university forbade me and asked me to leave the hall.Nik Farah Ellisha Mohd Razif via Berita Harian
Farah also said that she applied to sit for the examination separately but her application was rejected.
She later lodged a police report on the matter along with Chief Activist, Malaysian Muslim Consumers Association (PPIM) Datuk Nadzim Johan at the Brickfields District Police Headquarters.
Nadzim was quoted saying that the association has urged a complete and thorough investigation to be carried out.
He said that Farah is a medical student, therefore she understands the importance as well as the pros and cons of vaccines, so when the student refuses to take vaccines, she understands the risks.
The activist also mentioned that the university should not force students but instead educate them and explain, adding that the university’s action to block the students from sitting for exams on the grounds of not getting the vaccine was absurd.

Netizens say that the university has the right
Malaysians who saw the protest questioned why a medical student would not be willing take a vaccine although Farah did mention that she wanted to be a good doctor.
Netizens also pointed out that she was actually taking a clinical exam which means that she has to meet people to treat them which will put them at risk.
Credit: Facebook
Another Facebook user also said that barring students from taking examinations is up to the discretion of the university to determine eligible candidates.
Credit: Facebook
UM, police said they’re investigating
The university has responded to the police report lodged by the medical student who claimed that she was not allowed to sit for her examination because she hasn’t taken her vaccine.
UM Corporate Communications Office Director Mohd Khairi Md Jaafar said in a statement, that Universiti Malaya is looking into the matter thoroughly and is open to cooperate with all parties involved to resolve the issue.
Meanwhile, Brickfields district police chief ACP Anuar Omar, when contacted by Bernama confirmed that the report has been lodged and investigations are ongoing.

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Mount Sinabung Erupts In Indonesia

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Mount Sinabung in Indonesia erupted recently with ash being spewed as high as 5,000 meters (16,400 feet) into the sky.
According to reports, nobody was hurt or killed by the natural disaster.
The effects of the eruption can be seen as far away as 20 kilometers as people in Berastagi, a tourist destination city in North Sumatra province, had to switch on their headlights in daylight to be able to see through the ash.
Videos started circulating online – captured from locals who recorded the event near the volcano with the footage showing the thick ash engulfing the sky.
Breaking: Mount Sinabung Volcano in Sumatra, Indonesia, has erupted. pic.twitter.com/j7oKA6nr0g— PM Breaking News (@PMBreakingNews) August 10, 2020
This is actually the third eruption of the volcano since 8 August, when the volcano spewed an ash column as high as 4,460 metres.
Indonesia has more than 120 active volcanoes, including Sinabung, which is prone to seismic upheavals as it is located on the Pacific “Ring of Fire”.

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After Surprise Discovery Of British Era Historic Notes In Perak, Volunteers Are Working Hard To Save Them

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Sometimes, we will never know the value of a moment until it becomes a memory.

But, in the abandoned mining town of Papan in Perak, a group of volunteers are working to save the past from the ashes of time by restoring and preserving old files and documents.
In its heyday, Papan was at the frontier Perak’s tin mining industry, back when that was still lucrative.
A surprise discovery of historic treasure
Then last year, just before the Covid-19 pandemic broke out, a museum curator named Jacky Chew who works at the Kinta Tin Mining Museum in neighbouring Kampar made a discovery.
Jacky Chew (right) leading the restoration and preservation work.
Around 300 old files and documents had been stashed away in the old abandoned premise of SJKC Papan, which had been relocated to the main street of Papan.
The old files and documents, kept in Manila folders, included graduation certificates, old photographs, a textbook loan registry, students’ records, minutes, teaching reports, accounts, statements, and correspondence letters.
The conservation and restoration of books, manuscripts and documents can be tedious and time-consuming.
They date back to as early as 1929, the year that ushered in the worldwide Great Depression, the worst economic downturn in the industrialised world’s history.
Also found were old textbooks dating back to the 1930’s and children’s reading materials from the same premise’s library.
Removing old photos stuck together.
Chew says the files and documents could be the oldest discovered in a school anywhere in Malaysia.
“Papan boasts a rich history, but there is little support for preserving what remains of its heritage.
“These are materials relating to the British era, the Second World War, the Emergency and traces our nation’s journey from independence to nationhood.
“There are also hand-written documents. It’s heart-warming that one of our volunteers, who studied at the school, found a record of her graduation,” he told TRP in an interview.

Chew and his fellow volunteers are devoting their Sundays to restore and preserve the material – some of which have been eaten up by termites.
He says it is a matter of more than just local concern, given the importance of Papan and its neighbouring towns before and after Merdeka.
This is because until the late 1970’s, Malaysia was the world’s premier producer of tin, supplying some 40% of the world’s tin.
Chew and his volunteers are keen to mention that they could do with some extra pair of helping hands to increase their preservation efforts.
It may be a long wait for the material to be fully restored – but perhaps it means there could still be a future for Papan’s unique reminders of the past?
The volunteers could really make do with more helping hands.

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Federal Court Rules Selangor’s Law On “Unnatural Sex” Is Unconstitutional

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A unanimous landmark decision was made by the Federal Court today, ruling that Section 28 of the Syariah Criminal Offences (Selangor) Enactment 1995 is unconstitutional.

Section 28 refers to sexual intercourse against the order of nature.
Any person who performs sexual intercourse against the order of nature with any man, woman or animal is guilty of an offence and shall be liable on conviction to a fine not exceeding five thousand ringgit or to imprisonment for a term not exceeding three years or to whipping not exceeding six strokes or to any combination thereof.Section 28 of the Syariah Criminal Offences (Selangor) Enactment 1995
However, according to the nine-judge Federal Court panel led by Chief Justice Tun Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat, according to the Federal Constitution such laws fall under Parliament, not state legislative assemblies.
“As such, it is our view that Section 28 was enacted in contravention of Item 1 of the State List which stipulates that the State Legislatures have no power to make law ‘in regard to matters included in the Federal List’.
“To that extent, Section 28 is inconsistent with the Federal Constitution and is therefore void,” she said
The ruling was made following a petition by a Muslim man, whose name has been withheld, accused by the Selangor Syariah Court of attempting sex with other men three years ago.
“Unnatural sex” is still illegal, but…
Lawyers have been quick to point out the ruling today does not mean “unnatural sex” is not a crime in Malaysia as it still falls under Section 377 of the Penal Code but it does clear things up a bit when it comes to Malaysian legal system.
“What this decision means is that state religious officials can no longer enforce State laws on this. But the police may continue to enforce [Section] 377A of Penal Code,” wrote lawyer Lim Wei Jiet on Twitter.
However, Human Rights lawyer Michelle Yesudas tweeted, “One must recognize the importance of this decision: the Courts have risen to its duties in interpreting the Federal Constitution, clearly demarcating the boundaries and powers of the State Legislative Assembly, absolutely necessary when respecting the Rule of Law.”

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Lim Guan Eng Says He Was Blocked From Entering Sabah, Calls Out Double Standards

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DAP secretary-general Lim Guan Eng claims that he has been blocked from entering the state of Sabah, shortly after arriving at the Kota Kinabalu International Airport.

In a Facebook post, the former Finance Minister explained that shortly after he was granted a social pass at 11.54pm, he was held back by immigration officials for an hour who told him that the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) had put out a directive that barred his entry into the state.
As I was about to enter my car, an immigration officer told me to re-enter the airport. I cooperated and followed him to the immigration office. After waiting 20 minutes, I asked: What was the problem? They claimed that the MACC has set up barriers for my entry into Sabah. What is this? Isn’t this the power of the Sabah state government?Lim Guan Eng via Facebook.
Lim then called it a case of double standards, as well as meddling into state affairs.
As entry into Sabah is governed by the state itself and not the federal government, the Bagan Member of Parliament questioned if this was an attempt by the federal government to meddle with state rights and power.
He then questioned if this was a case of double standards, pointing out that former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak, who was found guilty in court for corruption, but was allowed into Sabah without a problem.
Why am I barred from entering Sabah instead? Is this another case of double standards?Lim Guan Eng via Facebook.
However, after waiting for another 30 minutes, he was allowed to enter Sabah. Lim remarked that he would ask Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Shafie Apdal if he did not want him to enter Sabah.

MACC denies blockade directive
MACC chief Azam Baki told Malaysiakini that this was not true, and there is no domestic restriction on Lim’s movements.
He told the news portal that the court only impounded his passport so he cannot leave the country, but he can enter Sabah using his identity card (IC).
Lim is currently facing charges for allegedly seeking a bribe during his tenure as Penang Chief Minister in 2011 to help a company be appointed for the infrastructure works including the RM6.3 billion Penang undersea tunnel project.
He is also facing two graft charges, one for  the undersea tunnel, and another involving businesswoman Phang Li Koon.
READ MORE: Lim Guan Eng Pleads Not Guilty To Graft Charges, Bail Set At RM1 Million

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Names Of Batang Kali Landslide Victims Released, Search Continues For Sole Victim

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All 30 bodies recovered from the Batang Kali landslide at Father’s Organic Farm campsite in Gohtong Jaya have been identified as of 5pm on Friday, 23 December.

The National Disaster Management Agency (Nadma) said the bodies were identified using four methods: DNA matching, fingerprinting test, dental records, and identification by the next of kin, including through personal belongings and unique marks on the body.
After post-mortem, the Sungai Buloh Hospital Forensics Department handed the remains off to their respective kins.
According to The Star, any latest information regarding the landslide victims will be updated from time to time after getting verified by the agencies responsible.
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Search continues for one last victim
The search-and-rescue (SAR) mission, now on its 9th day, is on task to recover the last victim.
The sole victim, who’s still unaccounted for, has been identified as Eng Shao Qi, a Year 5 student from SJKC Mun Choong.
The SAR mission by the Fire and Rescue Department was suspended at 11pm last night, with a focus on Section C of the area.
New Straits Times reported that a total of 91 personnel were deployed and assisted by nine K9 unit dogs and nine excavators.

To date, the 16 December landslide has seen 61 survivors and 30 dead, out of a total of 92 victims. Six of the teachers who went on the trip perished.
According to The Star, U Chin Ong, the Parent-Teacher Association chairman of SJK(C) Mun Choong, said the school will plan a memorial service once all bodies are accounted for.
The following is a list of names of the 30 victims who perished in the incident according to Nadma:
Eng Huai Yi (12, female)Eng Choon Wen (43, male)Ka Kok Boon (43, male)Ka Sin Ya Vanya (6, female)Fong Choy Kee (43, female)Daniel Khor Yen (5, male)Chin Su King (36, female)Lai Chee Sam (33, male)Lai See Tin (33, female)Jonas Lai Ze Kai (2, male)Giselle Lai Yu Xi (6, female)Tong Kai En (9, male)Lai Lee Koon (44, female)Wong Kim Yap (34, male)Wong Zi Hang (1, male)Gain Choo Yin (35, female)Wong Hao Yee (6, female)Tai Jing Kay (7, male)Tai Jing Rou (4, female)Yu Siew Pay (34, female)Tai Chang Lin (35, male)Lim Wen Xin (36, female)Hong Mei Jing (38, female)Nurul Azwani Kamaruzaman (31, female)Lai Lee Yin (37, female)Zech Loh Qi Yi (7, male)Ng Yee Tong (11, female)Lam Sook Man (37, female)Liu Pei Si (44, female)Ng Chay Diok (67, male)
Berikut adalah kemas kini senarai nama mangsa yg meninggal dunia dalam kejadian tanah runtuh di Jalan Genting Highland – Batang Kali sehingga jam 05:00 pm, 23/12/22. Terdapat pembetulan ejaan nama dua mangsa (nombor 3 dan nombor 22) seperti yg telah dimaklumi oleh ahli waris. pic.twitter.com/Ov2Tq0715r— NADMA Malaysia (@mynadma) December 24, 2022

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Malaysia’s Current “Apocalyptic” Situation Has the Rakyat Dropping Like Flies

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In a statement released yesterday 28 May (Friday), Dr Steven KW Chow, President of the Federation of Private Medical Practioners’ Associations Malaysia (FPMPAM), made a passionate plea to Ministers to open their eyes, cut through the red tape and mass vaccinate in the shortest times possible.

This comes after the Malaysian Medical Assocation (MMA) suggested that private clinics be allowed to administer vaccines while they are being audited by the state health departments as failing to do so will cause a delay in the country’s bid to reach herd immunity.
Dr Steven’s appeal revealed some alarming observations such as:
With daily cases above 7,000 per day, for every confirmed case, there is 3 to 10 undetected cases in the community which means there are tens of thousands new infections daily.Covid-19 deaths in Malaysia have sky rocketed with mortuaries overflowing and containers commissioned daily in government hospitals.Dead-On-Arrival patients are increasing with unaccounted number in other areas.Present overcrowding and long waits in vaccine centres are potentially a super-spreader opportunity for the virus.
What Malaysia can do to speed the process of getting vaccinated
Speed is the key to overcome the virus and FPMPAM has called for a more simple process to get vaccinated calling the current process slow and a hindrance for a successful roll-out.
In addition, they’ve proposed:
More centre for vaccinations including all Klinik Kesihatan, hospitals and GP clinics.Don’t rely on a digitalised system and allow people to go to their doctors to have their jabs on the spot.All the government needs to do is deliver the vaccine efficiently by allowing existing pharmaceutical distributors who have the capability and capacity to do so without the need to have CKAPS inspecting and approving GP clinics for vaccination as they are already registered under the Private Healthcare Facilities and Services Act.

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[Watch] Honda Civic Driver Used Motorcycle Lane To Beat Federal Highway Jam, Nabbed By Police

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A car driver who used the motorcycle lane to beat the traffic on Federal Highway near Jalan Pantai Baharu, Kuala Lumpur, was caught in the act by a motorcyclist.

Facebook user Mazli Alias uploaded the video clips on the DashCam Owners Malaysia Facebook page on 17 March.
The white Honda Civic suddenly cut into the motorcycle lane from the busy highway and drove until it got stuck at the motorcycle roundabout in Mid Valley.

Netizens suggested barriers to be put up to block large vehicles from getting into the motorcycle lane.
However, a netizen said maybe the driver forgot he was driving a car instead of riding a motorcycle that day.

Free Malaysia Today reported that the police managed to track down the 30-year-old driver of the Honda Civic.
The suspect was arrested when he appeared at the Kuala Lumpur Traffic Police Station for questioning.
Kuala Lumpur traffic investigation and enforcement department chief Sarifudin Mohd Salleh said the case is being investigated under Section 42 (1) of the Road Transport Act (APJ) 1987.
However, those with further information can contact the Jalan Tun HS Lee Traffic Police Station (JSPT) at 03-2071 9999 or the JSPT Kuala Lumpur hotline at 03-20260267/69 or any nearby police station.

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Wanting To Make Her K-Drama Fantasy Come True, This Pahang Girl Made Her Own Version & It’s So Sweet!

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With their heart-fluttering sweet love stories and ridiculously handsome heroes, Korean dramas – popularly known as K-dramas – have a very special place in the hearts of their fans.

But instead of simply watching the love story unfold on the screen, one Malaysian fan has decided to make her very own personal K-drama series and it’s beyond sweet!
Meet Alisha Mustafar, a 20-year-old student, whose beautifully animated personal K-drama video has been making quite the impression online.
Credit: @AlishaMustafar/Twitter
The one-minute clip on Twitter has garnered nearly 3,000 likes with scores of impressed Malaysians showering compliments on Alisha’s beautiful work.
Stunned by all the attention, Alisha told TRP that she is pretty grateful for everyone’s kind words as she only began her animation journey in early September after spending a week watching anime to study their drawing styles.
Why animation? Because I find an animated story is the perfect way to deliver someone’s feeling as people can watch it while enjoying the music and voice actors.Alisha Mustafar to TRP.
As a staunch fan of K-Drama and Korean webtoons from the age of 9, the talented Malaysian decided that it was time to create her own story rather than watching it happen to others.
         View this post on Instagram           Lee Gon crossed the universe to give Tae Eul flowers 😢❤ . . . . . . #Theking #leeminho #leeminhofanart #leegon #leegonfanart #kimgoeun #kimgoeunfanart #jungtaeeul #jungtaeuelfanart #Thekingeternalmonarch #Thekingeternalmonarchfanart #digitaldrawing #digitalart #digitalportrait #digitalillustration #illustrations #kdrama #kdramafever #koreancouple #sweetmoment #kdramasweetmoments #couplegoal #coupleart A post shared by  Alisha (@xxalsy) on Jul 1, 2020 at 5:23am PDT
The story is actually about me, a girl who wants to live in a K-drama. Since I’m not interested in having a real love relationship with a real person in this world, I created my own imaginary boyfriend.Alisha Mustafa to TRP
Armed with the Procerate application on her iPad, the young K-drama fan began earnestly sketching the first episode of her personal K-drama. She explains that it took her a solid 9 days of work of sound, transition, and editing to complete the animation.
The challenge is to find the idea – if I find the scene is not interesting, I will remove it and create another one after watching some K-drama for inspiration!Alisha Mustafa to TRP
Alisha’s storyboard for her personal K-drama series.(Credit: Alisha Mustafa)
Credit: Alisha Mustafa
The story begins as an illustration,with the female lead, Alisha, writing a journal about her boyfriend who is now his husband. The next episode continues as an animation in a flashback to the duo’s sweet moments before their marriage.
Of course, being the true stan, Alisha explains that the boyfriend character is based on K-pop idol, Jeon Wonwoo from Seventeen.
Credit: @AlishaMustafar/Twitter
With all these attention on her heartwarming personal K-drama, Alisha is now getting offers to have her content licensed for a video streaming provider website that is popular among local K-Drama fans.
She tells us that this experience has shown her that one should never give up on their passions.
If you have interest in something, even in gaming, cooking, or just a fan of K-pop and K-drama; be creative and make people notice you! We can make everything possible if we have our passion in doing something.Alisha Mustafa to TRP
Watch Alisha’s heartwarming K-drama animation below:
So, this is the next episode of my previous illustration. I represent the Malay girls who want to live in a K-drama 😆Btw, I put a lot of effort into both the audio and the animation so I will appreciate if you listen to it using earphones. pic.twitter.com/ePeQ5HNENW— Alisha (@AlishaMustafar) September 13, 2020

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Multiple Arrests Made For Aidil Adha SOP Breaches, Here’s What You Need To Know

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Police have detained multiple individuals related to several Hari Raya Aidil Adha incidents which allegedly didn’t follow Covid-19 Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

The incidents happened in a few states and action has been taken by the authorities.
Here’s what happened:
Police arrest 49 people for viral prayer video
The biggest case has resulted in 49 men being arrested after a video that showed hundreds of individuals violating SOPs by having Aidiladha prayers at an open area and roadside of Surau Taman Pelangi, Jeru, Penang went viral recently.
Bernama quoted Penang Police Chief Datuk Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zain who said the 48 Bangladeshis and one local man were arrested separately.
The police said that investigations would be conducted under Sections 269 and 270 of the Penal Code.
NST reported that the Magistrate’s Court has granted a four-day remand against 48 Bangladeshi men and a three-day remand order against a 64-year-old local man.
Over 200 attended Aidil Adha prayers
A video went viral recently which showed over 200 individuals conducting Aidil Adha prayers around the Taman Pelangi compound.
Reports say that they were praying in the area because the surau management did not allow them inside after reaching the maximum capacity of 100 people.
#Juru video tular didakwa warga asing mengadakan solat sunat Aidiladha di Taman Pelangi pic.twitter.com/JVqckQ4MvN— penangkini (@penang_kini) July 20, 2021
Hamzah wants action taken as soon as possible
The case has been handed over to the Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Acryl Sani Abdullah Sani who will brief Home Minister Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin.
Bernama stated that the Home Ministry has requested the Penang police chief to provide a detailed report and explanation as soon as possible after the incident went viral.
30 arrested for Aidil Adha feast in Selayang
Meanwhile, 30 foreigners and a local woman were arrested for attending a feast in conjunction with Hari Raya Aidiladha at a house in Taman Selayang Utama, Batu Caves.
Gombak Police Chief ACP Zainal Mohamed Mohamed was quoted by Bernama saying that the 29 men and two women aged 20 to 40 were arrested in a raid at about 10am after the police received a public tip-off.
Man fined RM2,000 for grave visit
Also, a man was fined RM2,000 after violating standard operating procedures (SOP) by visiting a grave in conjunction with Aidil Adha.
Jempol District Police Chief, Superintendent Hoo Chang Hook was quoted by Berita Harian saying that the 21-year -old man was detained at the FELDA Palong 12 and 13 Islamic Cemetery in Negeri Sembilan at around 11 am.
The police also said that the man came with his two nephews.

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Permatang Pauh MP Apologises For “Racist” FB Post “Made By His Admin”

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Permatang Pauh MP Muhammad Fawwaz Mohamad Jan has issued an apology over a statement uploaded on his Facebook account.

The statement, allegedly uploaded by a person who was his account administrator, claimed that non-Muslims were working to bring down Islam.
The Facebook post, which has since been taken down, read, “In sirah (Prophet’s teachings), history shows there has never been an infidel who wants to uphold your religion, dear Muslim, but it has always been reminded in the Quran that (they are out to) bring down your religion.”
Fawwaz, who is also Penang PAS Youth chief, said the post was made without his knowledge and it doesn’t reflect his personal views.
He also explained that the post was not intended to insult anyone or any race.
The administrator has also informed me about it and I have forgiven him as nobody is above making mistakes so I hope that the matter will not be overblown.Permatang Pauh MP Muhammad Fawwaz Mohamad Jan

Recently, Fawwaz caused an uproar when he voiced a protest over an alcohol promotional event at a Penang mall because it insulted the sensitivities of Muslims and encouraged drunk driving.
Fawwaz won the Permatang Pauh seat in the 15th general election (GE15), defeating Nurul Izzah Anwar (Pakatan Harapan), Zaidi (Barisan Nasional), and Mohd Nasir Othman (Pejuang).

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56 Covid-19 Cases Detected at Parliament Despite Strict SOP

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As of 28 July, the Ministry of Health has confirmed that 56 individuals at parliament have tested positive for Covid-19.

They are two parliamentarians, six escorting officers, and 48 officers from various ministries.
Health Director-General Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah stated in his report that 39 individuals or 69.6% of the positive cases are those who have not vaccinated or have yet to receive the complete two doses.
Unrelated cases
He added that based on the investigation conducted, there are no epidemiological connections between the positive cases.
In other words, the cases are not related to one another.
Those who are confirmed to be Covid-19 positive are not allowed to attend the parliamentary sitting.
Four individuals were confirmed Covid-19 positive because of close contact with one or more of the 56 individuals. However, the four have not attended parliament since the first day (25 July).

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