Cunning Merchants Are Selling “Halal” Hand Sanitisers

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With the spread of Covid-19, some Malaysians have been on high-alert, stocking up on hand sanitizers and face masks in response to a pandemic that has already infected 428 here according to the Health Ministry.
Naturally, many have searched for ways to prevent the infection of the coronavirus, leading to an increase in demand for hand sanitizers.
The sales of the product hit almost RM1 million during the week ending January 26 – 800% higher compared to an average week, showing that Malaysians are concerned about the pandemic.
#COVIDãƒ¼19 Statistik terkini WHO dikemaskini 8am, 16 Mac 2020. Kematian di Itali hampir mencecah 2,000 dan Sepanyol, kematian meningkat ketara menghampiri 300 orang.Filipina, walaupun jumlah kes 140, kematian agak tinggi (11) dgn kadar kematian 7.9%. pic.twitter.com/2RP9Bygj2eâ€” KKMPutrajaya (@KKMPutrajaya) March 16, 2020
While hand sanitizers can kill some disease-causing agents, there have been some concerns regarding its active ingredient, alcohol, the consumption which is prohibited by Islam.
With this came online sellers who advertise “halal” hand sanitizers, feeding off people’s fears and ignorance to make a quick buck.
They’re marketing ethanol as a substitute for alcohol, even though it’s also commonly used to make regular hand sanitisers and is the main ingredient in alcoholic beverages.

What’s worse is that some of these “halal” hand sanitisers are sold at higher prices compared to the “regular” ones.
Normal hand sanitizer at 7-11: rm5.90But we should take advantage of a bunch of gullible idiots who only know their religion through assumptions and conjectures … pic.twitter.com/QZnr3u7tPXâ€” The Joy of 6⃣➕1⃣ (@SiriuslyCold) March 14, 2020
However, they’re being ridiculed by netizens who pointed out that these online merchants are using religion and also fears of Covid-19 as a way to make a quick profit.
Takyahlah dok tunggang agama dan jual Hand Sanitizer â€˜halalâ€™ waktu wabak Covid-19 ni.Mufti Wilayah yang kini Menteri Hal Ehwal Agama dah kata penggunaan Hand Sanitizer alkohol ialah HARUS, tidak najis dan boleh guna untuk solat pic.twitter.com/Lwj7sDrPP5â€” Asrul Muzaffar🇲🇾 (@asrulmm) March 14, 2020
In response to Muslims refusing to use hand sanitisers because of the alcohol content, the Federal Territories Mufti said it is permissible to use hand sanitisers as they are considered a necessity.
Besides ethanol, other compounds such as with isopropanol (isopropyl alcohol), or n-propanol (propyl alcohol) are also used to make hand sanitisers.
Alternatively, there are alcohol-free sanitisers on the market but studies have found that sanitisers with an alcohol concentration between 60â€“95% are more effective at killing germs.

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Troubled MBO Cinemas CEO Pleads For Malaysians To Support Their Merch & Keep Them Alive

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After reports of MBO Cinemas’ financial crisis, the cinema’s new CEO has made a heartfelt plea to Malaysians on social media in a bid to keep the sinking company afloat.
On social media, MBO Cinemas shared a video of CEO Cheah Chun Wai introduced himself as the new CEO of the local cinema chain but said he did not wish to be congratulated yet.
Please do not congratulate me yet. Rather, wishing me and my team the best of luck will do.Cheah Chun Wai, CEO of MBO Cinemas.
Instead, Chun Wai laid down the severeness of their dire situation that began by late January 2020, around the time of Chinese New Year.
He shared that MBO’s admission rate had dropped to as low as 10% of their usual numbers, meaning that a usual screening of 50 customers has dropped to only 2 or 3 customers per session.
Credit: MBO Cinemas
The company has since tried their best to reduce costs while waiting for content to return to the silver screen. But Chun Wai postulates that they might have to wait for another 6-12 more months with the current situation.
With the possibility of liquidation looming and 17 theatres closed down, MBO Cinemas now turns to merchandise sales as a saviour. But they need the support of Malaysians.
READ MORE: MBO Cinemas: From The Rising Star To Pandemic Victim?
#StayStrongMBOCinemas needs fan support
Credit: MBO Cinemas
Calling upon fans for support on their #StayStrongMBOCinemas, MBO Cinemas will be pushing to sell their limited edition merchandise that have remained unsold due to lack of admission.
MBO Cinemas will set up open table sales in their cinema foyer from 30 October onwards between 4pm-8pm at all MBO locations EXCEPT:
KlangSpace U8SerembanSkudaiBrem MallKota Tinggi
The limited-edition merchandise will be sold a RM15/piece, while 4 pieces will be sold at RM50.
MBO Cinemas also explained that the merchandise will also be available for sale on their official Shopee account (HERE) soon.
We need your support to brace through the storm and stay strong! If you’d like to see us again in the future, please come and support us. Kasi sapu licin!Cheah Chun Wai, CEO of MBO Cinemas.
Watch Chun Wai’s heartfelt plea below:

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Astro, iflix Are Offering Free Content For Malaysians During The MCO

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Since the MCO came into effect, have you done much of anything else other than watch TV? Of course not! Malaysianâ€™s love TV!
So, if lazing on the couch (or in bed!) in front of the telly is something you enjoy. Then you will rejoice at the fact that Astro GO and iflix are both offering free content while we observe the MCO.
iflix

https://www.facebook.com/iflixMY/photos/a.646720438795276/1915760255224615/?type=3&theater

The local streaming service has shared a free VIP Access code that everyone can use.
If youâ€™ve never used iflix before, its VIP Access allows users to enjoy the service without advertisements and also provides access to premium content.
Usually, the VIP Access is available during their one month trial period while subsequent subscription would cost you RM10 per month.
If you already have an account but not VIP Access, just the enter the code provided in their Facebook post in iflixâ€™s website to redeem the free VIP access.
BTW, the code is only valid until 31 March 2020.
Astro

https://www.facebook.com/Astro/videos/510785762958854/?v=510785762958854

The local satellite TV provider has unlocked all their channels for free viewing on both Astro and Astro GO during the MCO. The unlocked channels include HBO, FOX Movies, Celestial Movies, BollyOne, tvN Movies and more.
Unfortunately, this offer only applies to existing Astro customers.
However, the movies and tv shows carried on their platforms can be streamed anywhere and at any time on the Astro GO app as well.
All Malaysians can view these for free by downloading the app on App Store or Google Play. If youâ€™re watching on a laptop or desktop, you can access Astro GO here.

If youâ€™re signed up with NJOI, youâ€™ll get free access to two extra channels: KIX and Nat Geo WILD.
This complimentary viewing offer ends at 11.59pm on 31 March 2020.

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Water Cut In Several Areas In Selangor And Kuala Lumpur Due To Broken Pipe, Says Air Selangor

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Water will be cut for several areas in Selangor and Kuala Lumpur due to a broken pipe incident has occurred at Jalan Lingkaran Tengah 2 (MRR2), KL.

Air Selangor said on social media today that to ensure that the pipe repair work can be carried out, the water supply was closed at 11:30 this morning, 9 November 2021.
Here are the areas:
Kampung Cheras BaruPandan MewahTaman Bukit PandanTaman Bukit PermaiTaman Bukit TerataiTaman MawarTaman MegaTaman MelurTaman MestikaTaman MudaTaman PutraTaman SagaTaman Seraya
They also mentioned in a statement that repair works are expected to be completed at 11:30 am, 10 November 2021 and consumers will be receiving their water supply in stages once the repair works have been implemented.
Air Selangor will be mobilising water tankers to the affected areas, with priority given to critical premises such as hospitals, dialysis centres as well as funeral services. Consumers are required to adhere to physical distancing and to wear a face mask at all time while collecting water supply from the water tankers.Air Selangor
Air Selangor ingin memaklumkan bahawa satu insiden paip pecah telah berlaku di Jalan Lingkaran Tengah 2 (MRR2), KL. Bagi memastikan kerja-kerja pembaikan paip dapat dilaksanakan, bekalan air telah ditutup pada jam 11:30 pagi tadi, 9 Nov 2021.#AirSelangor #HentiTugas #1121MRR2 pic.twitter.com/Y93fUAuNfC— Air Selangor (@air_selangor) November 9, 2021

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Malaysia Is Getting A Special Emoji And Hashtags For Its 64th Birthday

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The folks at Twitter Inc and the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) will release a special set of Twitter emoji and hashtags in conjunction with this year’s National Day and Malaysia Day celebrations.

The Twitter emoji is paired with a hashtag. Just use any one of these hashtags and the emoji will appear in your Twitter feed:
#MalaysiaPrihatin#MalaysiaMerdeka#MalaysiaBersama#HariMalaysia
These hashtags and emoji features are only available for a limited time: From National Day (31 August) to Malaysia Day (16 September), 2021.

[Source: MCMC]

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Starbucks Msia’s Halloween drinks; one misses the mark, one gets bloody good [Review]

You know it, your friends know it, probably your great grandaunt knows it: the Pumpkin Spiced Latte has landed in Starbucks Malaysia.
I Have Been Waiting For This Moment My Entire Life GIF from Kristenbell GIFs

It only took a million years, but finally Malaysians can get a taste of the highly popular autumn drink.
The Pumpkin Spice Latte
The highly anticipated PSL landed on our shores but… does it really hit the mark?

The PSL has finally hit our shores!(Picture credit: TRP)

Sadly, most of us were a little disappointed. After all the hype, the PSL ended up tasting like a regular latte topped with cinnamon. The pumpkin flavour was overshadowed by the coffee taste, and for the most part was rather negligible.
That being said, it was still a pretty good latte, especially if you like cinnamon!

The cinnamon really pulls it together.(Picture credit: TRP)

However, all the excitement surrounding the Pumpkin Spice Latte has overshadowed another fantastic autumn drink that the coffee chain has released: the Dracula Frappucino.
The Dracula Frappucino
Made with raspberry juice and sweet fig with a generous dollop of chocolate whipped cream, it’s a treat for a hauntingly good time.
The raspberry base is surprisingly tart. Starbucks is pretty well-known for their cloyingly sweet frappucinos, but the Dracula Frappe turned out to be remarkably fresh without being overly sweet.

Refreshingly tart with a nice swirl of chocolate whipped cream.(Picture credit: TRP)

In fact, the drink had hints of a black forest cake, but with more tart raspberry flavours. The chocolate whipped cream lent some sweetness to the drink, but wasn’t overpowering.
All in all, we were rather pleased with Starbucks’ latest drink offerings, so head to your nearest store and try it out for youself!

The Dracula Frappucino and the Pumpkin Spice Latte.(Picture credit: The Rakyat Post)

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Covid-19: Sarawak Takes Over From Selangor As State With Highest Daily Cases

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While new Covid-19 cases continue to drop across the country, they are rising in Sarawak which has taken over from Selangor as the state with the most infections.

Today, on 6 September, Selangor recorded 2,126 while Sarawak saw a big jump to 3,714 new cases.
Johor follows as the state with the third-highest number of new cases at 2,101.
On 17th August, Sarawak only recorded 835 new Covid-19 cases. Since then, they have seen steady increases until today.
MORE TO COME.
Pecahan kes baharu #COVID19 mengikut negeri, 6 Sep 2021. pic.twitter.com/5eNUSUDYR5— KKMalaysia🇲🇾 (@KKMPutrajaya) September 6, 2021

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“No Kawtim” Johor Cops Driving Fancy Bikes & Cars Will Be Investigated For Corruption, Says Police Chief

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Johor Police Chief Datuk Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay wants to investigate and inspect the backgrounds of any cops who own fancy and expensive vehicles.

During a recent press conference, the Chief had spoken up about the rising level of corruption in Malaysia, particularly within the civil service and law enforcement agencies.
“In the context of corruption, we don’t need to be shy or ashamed to expose them,” said the Chief, explaining that such instances of corruption should not be tolerated and must be looked into extensively.
(Credit: PolisJohor via Facebook)
The Chief revealed that he himself had personally received many complaints from members of the public concerning incidents of graft within the police force and does not want PDRM to be an accessory to such crimes and conspiracies.
“If we conspire with them, the public would know,” he said, justifying that the authorities must be both transparent and strict when dealing with corruption.
The Chief explained that in no way should the authorities ‘kawtim’ or be in cahoots with corrupted officers and said that in order to fight corruption, law enforcement must work to sniff it out on every level, from top to bottom.
If we don’t do that, then everything else is just talk.Johor Police Chief Datuk Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay via Facebook
The Chief says that he wants to look into the lifestyle, background and financial status of his officers as well as their spouses, friends and personal circles to look for any discrepancies.
Speaking from his own experience, the Chief says he was more than weirded out by instances of police officers owning expensive cars and motorcycles.
“They’ve been working for less than a year, and they’re driving a Toyota Vellfire, I’m not sure of the price. Big bikes like Ducatis,” said the Chief, questioning how these officers get the money to acquire such luxurious assets.
He also revealed that some higher-ups within the police force do turn a blind eye to such cases, and he wants that to stop.
He said that the police force must work to uphold its integrity and had ordered the Standards Compliance Integrity Department (JIPS) to dig deeper.
Take a close look at all the officers, what vehicles are they using, check their backgrounds in detail.Johor Police Chief Datuk Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay via Facebook
According to PDRM’s official webpage, the average pay grade for a Police Constable stands between RM 1,220 – RM 2,748 a month, a Seargent can make between RM 1,824 – RM 5,801 a month, while an Inspector earns between RM 2,502 – RM 9,803 monthly.

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Mahathirâ€™s Kashmir comments: Indian companies plan to stop buying Mâ€™sian goods

So, remember when our Prime Minister, Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamed spoke about the need to resolve the Jammu and Kashmir conflict during his speech at the 74th United Nations General Assembly in New York in September?

“Jammu & Kashmir has been invaded & occupied by India,” says Malaysian PM Mahathir Mohamad at #UNGA.
 #ImranKhanVoiceOfKashmir pic.twitter.com/4RgYhD2TOG
â€” Pak Army (@pak__fauj) September 28, 2019

The speech DID NOT sit well with the people of India.
And soon #BoycottMalaysia started trending online with Indians calling for each other to boycott all things Malaysian, including travelling to Malaysia and low-cost carrier, AirAsia.

Hey Mahathir : Guess what – ur brain freeze at #UNGA just cost ur country a massive loss in revenue from Tourism as entire India is ready to #BoycottMalaysia
So now u can have a “Blast” 💥 with ur tourist friends from Terroristan 😃 https://t.co/qkf4WeaNAU
â€” Sameer (@BesuraTaansane) September 30, 2019

Time to erase malaysia from my bucket list!#BoycottMalaysia #BoycottTurkey https://t.co/NjHTCEwpPX
â€” Mansi (@sanskaridoc) September 30, 2019

If you love & support India, start tweeting the hashtag: #BoycottMalaysiaUNGA speech,Malaysian PM had said,Now, despite the UNresolution on J&K, the country has been invaded&occupied”.He further urged India to work with Pakistan to resolve this problem. Indians must pic.twitter.com/8HBZoZENIl
â€” Nandagopal.K.M. (@nandaji1958) October 1, 2019

And we were all like â€œpfft, theyâ€™re not REALLY gonna boycott usâ€.
MAN WERE WE WRONG.
Turns out since then, Indiaâ€™s oil-seed companies have been told to stop buying palm oil from us.
Atul Chaturvedi, president of the Solvent Extractorsâ€™ Association of India (SEAI) was quoted saying that the Indian government â€œhas not taken kindlyâ€ to Dr Mahathirâ€™s comments.
He also advised Indian vegetable companies to avoid purchasing from Malaysia from the time being to show their solidarity with their nation.
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Meanwhile, the SEAI executive director, B. V. Mehta said that they have alternatives to â€œMalaysian suppliesâ€ that Indian refiners â€œcan easily tapâ€.
Some refiners have reportedly already stopped palm oil shipments from Malaysia for November and December (though some reports say that itâ€™s typical for Indiaâ€™s palm oil consumption to fall in the winter since oil solidifies easily in cold temperatures).

Picture credit: Twitter

If you think India boycotting our palm oil exports isnâ€™t a huge thing, weâ€™ve got some numbers for you.
India has a RM38.711 trillion strong economy, which is currently the third-largest in purchasing power parity terms, and a 7.3% GDP growth rate, the fastest among the G20 nations.

Picture credit: Google

Between 2005 and 2012, Indiaâ€™s middle-class has almost doubled from 304 million people to 604 million people, which has, in turn, sparked a huge demand for fast-moving consumer goods (FMCGs).
Given that palm oil is a key input in most FMCGs, India has become the worldâ€™s largest palm oil consumer and importer.
In fact, Malaysia exported 6.84 billion ringgit worth of palm oil and palm-based products to India in 2018.

Picture credit: Science Mag and Imgflip

All this, topped off with the fact that European countries have made stricter policies on accepting our palm oil exports and the continuous bad name the palm oil industry gets, means that our palm oil industry is taking a really big hit.
Yet, despite these reports, Dr Mahathir appears to be unfazed, insisting that he will not retract or change his comments on the Kashmir conflict.
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Heaps Of Rubbish Left At Popular Kuantan Waterfall By Irresponsible Fools Disgusts Malaysians

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An appreciation for the environment is somewhat lacking in some people as Malaysians angrily found out when pictures of rubbish strewn around a popular Pahang waterfall went viral.

Facebook page KUANTAN revealed on Saturday, 26 September that irresponsible visitors to Berkelah Falls in Pahang had simply left behind an assortment of trash, including food packets, plastic bags, drink bottles and cans, and oddly enough – a fan cover.
Credit: KUANTAN/Facebook
Credit: KUANTAN/Facebook
The disgusting images quickly spread around the internet as Malaysians angrily criticised the lackadaisical attitude of the general public in caring for the environment, especially after holding camps or picnics at scenic spots.
Several commenters also pointed out the jarring difference of the state of our environment during the Movement Control Order (MCO) and after. Especially with previous reports of Malaysia’s rivers and marine ecosystems drastically improving and recovering due to the lack of human activity.
READ MORE: Rivers In The Klang Valley Are Recovering Without Human Interference During MCO
However, all hope is not lost as a response group took it upon themselves to clean up Berkelah Falls after seeing the viral images.
A local travel service provider, Jerangkang Trucks, set out on a mission to restore the beautiful picnic spot to its original beauty.
The group began their gotong-royong at 7pm, and carried on past midnight – picking up every piece of trash they spotted at the hiking trails and at all 7 of the cascading waterfalls.
Credit: @JERANGKANGTRUCKS/Facebook
Although we didn’t get enough sleep, we pushed forward with all our energy to clean up. We hope that its current cleanliness will last forever so that the next generation can also experience this beauty that we enjoy now.Jerangkang Trucks via Facebook.

To achieve this, just follow this popular saying the next time you go on a picnic or hike: “Take nothing but pictures and leave nothing but footprints.”

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Check Out What Malaysia Looked Like Over 200 Years Ago With This Historical Map

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Can you imagine the world in 1787?

The British Empire ruled supreme, Australia was just being established as a penal colony and giant hats were considered the height of fashion.
While we may never be able to see that world for ourselves, this map by American Map Collector David Rumsey gives you a small peek into the old world.
The David Rumsey Map Collection overlays historical maps over modern-day satellite images by Google Maps and Google Earth.
(Credit: David Rumsey Map Collection & Google Earth)
So we spent a couple of hours digitally cosplaying as Marco Polo, exploring Malaysia in 1787 and comparing it to the maps of today and here are some hidden treasures that we’ve discovered:
Penang Island was once known as Prince of Wales’s Island
While this may not be news to most of you, it’s still pretty cool to see it on a map in comparison with modern-day Penang.
(Credit: Credit: David Rumsey Map Collection)
National borders were more of a ‘suggestion’
The border between the Malaya Peninsula and the Kingdom of Siam was just a dotted line cut straight across.
(Credit: David Rumsey Map Collection)
Meanwhile, Borneo was just a free-for-all, with no separation between the areas now known as Sabah, Sarawak and Kalimantan.
(Credit: David Rumsey Map Collection)
Names in 1787 were… interesting
Pulau = PuloJohor = Jo’hrMalacca = MalackKelantan = Calantan
And Borneo was full of unusual names that seem to have disappeared from modern maps.
(Credit: David Rumsey Map Collection)
BONUS: Phuket and the surrounding islands may have been called Junkfelon Town & Islands
(Credit: David Rumsey Map Collection)
It’s actually really fun navigating the world through this tool. Try it for yourself (HERE) and see what hidden treasures you can find!

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Knowing The Difference Between An Anxiety Attack And A Panic Attack

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The terms “anxiety attack” and “panic attack” have been used interchangeably because they do share common symptoms. However, both behavioural patterns are distinct from one another.

Here’s how to differentiate it.
Panic attacks
A panic attack occurs suddenly and involves an intense and often overwhelming fear. A person having a panic attack will experience a racing heartbeat, nausea, or shortness of breath.
A panic attack also lasts for minutes as compared to an anxiety attack which can last for months.
The symptoms of a panic attack include:
Headache and dizzinessSweating profuselyIrregular heartbeatTrembling or shakingMuscle achesTightness in the throat or feel like you’re chokingFeel like you’re dying and it causes fearUncontrollable fear
According to Verywell Mind, a panic attack also causes a sense of detachment from the world derealisation) and a detachment from the self (depersonalization).
Image: TRP File
Anxiety attack
Unlike a panic attack, an anxiety attack generally intensifies over time. An anxiety attack develops gradually because it’s usually related to the anticipation of a stressful situation or experience.
In an anxiety attack, you know the source or the “triggers” of your anxiousness such as someone yelling or scolding you.
Some of the symptoms of an anxiety attack are:
Muscle tensionDifficulty sleepingHeadache and dizziness that lasts longFeeling fatigued even if you didn’t do muchEmpty mind or blurStruggle to focus and keep imagining worse case scenarios
Ini thread untuk kenali perbezaan Panic Attack dan Anxiety Attack.PERBEZAAN 1:Panic attack : Datang selalu secara tiba-tiba.Anxiety attack : Ia terbina perlahan-lahan. Semakin lama semakin berat dan kita sendiri dapat rasa semakin sesak nafas.— Dato’ Dr. Haji Mohd Fadzilah Kamsah (Official) (@fadzilahkamsah_) June 8, 2022
How to manage it?
To treat either panic or anxiety attacks, it’s helpful to use a combination of strategies which can involve prescribed medications, therapy, and self-help techniques.
Self-help techniques are tools anyone can use to work through the symptoms at their own pace.
This could be breathing exercises, grounding exercises to help bring focus back or even workouts like yoga to calm the self.
If you or a loved one is struggling with anxiety or panic attacks, do not be afraid to seek professional help and guidance.
READ MORE: The Complete Guide to Counselling & Mental Health Therapy Services in Klang Valley
Here’s a list of helplines:
Mental Health Psychosocial Support ServiceTel: 03-2935 9935 or 014-322 3392
Talian Kasih Tel: 15999 or Whatsapp 019-2615999
Befrienders KLTel: 03-7627 2929Website: www.befrienders.org.my/centre-in-malaysia
Talian Buddy Bear (For children, toll-free, 6pm-12am)Tel: 1800-18-BEAR or 1800-18-2327FB Messenger: buddybear.humankind
MySejahtera Digital HealthcareIn the app, under ‘More,’ click on ‘Digital Healthcare’ and then click on ‘Minda Sihat.’

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Have You Been Eating These 4 Foreign Foods Correctly?

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Malaysians are practically professional eaters. We are self-professed foodies who are quick to jump to defense mode when food that’s native to us is prepared or eaten the wrong way, just ask Uncle Roger.

While we’ve been quite clear on the faux pas of eating rice with a knife and fork, some of us might need a refresher on how to eat Western food properly, especially since we love it so much. So, let’s dig in.
Fast food is the no. 1 preferred food on delivery apps
While we as people are generally laid back, our choice of food (and driving) is fast! According to a survey conducted by Rakuten Insight as published on Statista, approximately 76% of Malaysians ordered fast food on food delivery apps in 2020 followed by local cuisine (57%), other Asian cuisines (33%) and western food (excluding fast food) 31%.
Preferred type of food ordered on delivery apps among respondents in Malaysia as of June 2020(Credit: Statista)
Despite most of us thinking ‘fast food’ came from America, it actually first began with the first fish and chip shops in Britain in the 1860s. Almost a century after, drive-through restaurants serving fast food in the 1950s in the United States was popularised and thus, Malaysia’s favourite indulgence was born.
For the sake of simplicity, we will group fast food and western food together in our special rundown of dining etiquette.
Pasta
(Credit: Katerina Holmes / Pexels)
This popular Italian food is no doubt a favourite among a lot of people due to its versatility. It provides the base for hundreds of recipes and is super filling.
But how should it be eaten? We looked at the website Etiquette Scholar for some tips and according to them, what you should be thinking about is whether the pasta should be cut or wind.
Noodle length and width will determine whether we cut the pasta or wind it up with a fork. Thin noodles like spaghetti and linguine are wound around a fork. Try to pick 2 or 3 strands with each bit to avoid a bite that becomes too large. In the US, a spoon is at times used to steady the fork. On the other hand, wide noodles – like ravioli or lasagne are cut.
Burgers
Though there is no proper etiquette with how to eat a burger, aside from with your hands. There is a practical way to eat it.

In a YouTube video by the Food Insider, we’ve been eating burgers wrong our entire life. According to experts, you should actually eat a burger upside down! The main reason is that the bun is usually thicker on top so by flipping it, there’s more bread underneath to soak up all the juices and the burger is less likely to fall apart.
Turns out, there is also a correct way to hold a burger. Japanese researchers spent four months finding the best way to eat one without spillage – thumbs and pinkies on the bottom, and middle three fingers on top. Al Roker of NBC’s Today show joked and said “it’s like a claw“.
Pizza
(Credit: WikiHow)
Like burgers, pizza is another popular fast food that’s best to eat with your hands. According to many articles I came across online, like this one by The Daily Meal, do not reach for a knife and fork! In formal settings, it may not seem hygienic or polite, but it is what it is.
If there are lots of toppings, create a “U” shape and immediately devour. And if you’re the type to eat pizza from the crust – don’t! It’s considered one of the most amateur mistakes you could make in the pizza-eating world.
Of course, if in doubt, do as the Romans do (e.g. watch the host and follow suit).
Tacos
UNESCO has deemed Mexican food as an “Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity”. What better way to honour their delectable cuisine than by eating it the correct way. That said, the taco is one of the most popular of their foods to eat and yes, there is a proper way to eat it.
Credit: Styves Exantus / Pexels
First things first, hard-shell tacos are not Mexican. So for those of you craving Taco Bell’s crunchy corn tortilla shell, move along. In Mexico, it’s a soft shell only.
According to the locals, to eat a taco properly, you must use your hands. Take your peace fingers and thumb to hold the centre of the taco. Bite from the side (not the top or the middle!) et voila! ¡tarán!
READ MORE: Taco Bell Unwraps First Malaysian Outlet In Cyberjaya
So now, not only are we food snobs but we can add etiquette snob to the list too. But then again, if you’re truly Malaysian, do what we do best and just ‘whack it lah’.

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S’wak-born Henry Golding to play villain in Black Panther 2?

Will Sarawak-born Hollywood actor Henry Golding be playing the role of a villain in a Marvel film ?
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Executives from the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) have not made any official announcement regarding the title or the content for the sequel of Black Panther.
However, there are already rumours circulating about who the filmâ€™s villain might be and which actor will be playing the role!
Apparently, Disney is considering Henry Golding to play the role of Namor.
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Like Black Panther, Namor also rules over a mighty kingdom, but his is hidden away on the ocean floor.
The human-mermaid hybrid was one of Marvelâ€™s first anti-heroes in the comics, however he has yet to appear in a movie due to ownership issues.
However, now that the rights for the X-Men and Fantastic Four have finally been acquired by Marvel Studios, it’s possible that Namor wonâ€™t be far behind.
There’s even a chance that Namor and the Atlantis realm was foreshadowed in Avengers: Endgame.
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During a holographic conversation between Black Widow and several Avengers, Black Widow asks them for updates on their missions 5 years after they beheaded Thanos.
During the conversation, Okoye, the Wakandan general, mentions some sub-oceanic earthquakes occurring on the African continent.
Marvel rarely leaves anything to chance, so it’s entirely possible that the nautical reference could have been thrown in to set up a future conflict between Atlantis and Wakanda.
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Even though all of these rumours have not yet been confirmed, it is absolutely exciting to think of a Malaysian presence in the MCU (finally!)
In fact, Graphic artist Boss Logic, recently created a poster of the â€œCrazy Rich Asiansâ€ star as Namor.
Boss Logic is well-known for producing impressive fan art, and had previously created a teaser poster for the film too.

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 Namor @blackpanther #TwoKings @henrygolding
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Henryâ€™s aesthetic is inspired by the characterâ€™s comic version, complete with the pointed ears, armour and weaponry.
Whatâ€™s so awesome about this fan poster is that Henry Golding himself commented on the post!

Picture credit: Bosslogic/Instagram

In case you didnâ€™t know, â€œImperius Rex!â€ is Namorâ€™s signature catchphrase.
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We donâ€™t know about you but Henryâ€™s reply is making those rumours feel a lot more probable to us!
You can check out Boss Logicâ€™s fan art teaser poster for Black Panther 2 below.

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 TWO CHAINZ… I MEAN KINGZ @blackpanther #namor
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There’s A Protest In Bangladesh For Workers Demanding To Return To Malaysia

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Bangladeshi expatriates who returned home prior to the Covid-19 pandemic are demanding to come back to Malaysia to work.

Thousands of demonstrators gathered at Bangladesh’s Foreign Ministry office in Dhaka on November 2, 2020.
It’s said that more than 25,000 migrant workers are stranded with expired visas and are jobless as travel restrictions prevent their return.
(Dhaka Tribune/Focus Bangla)
In September, the Malaysian government had imposed a temporary travel ban on 23 countries, including Bangladesh in response to Covid-19 outbreaks.
Protestors are also requesting financial assistance from their government as the pandemic disrupts the country’s economy.
An estimated 100 million people in Bangladesh are burdened by economic and health risks with more than 50 million individuals living in extreme poverty.
Old colleagues
Malaysia and Bangladesh have a long standing working relationship.
Since the 90s’, the two nations had formally agreed on large-scale labour migration where job-seeking Bangladeshis entered Malaysia to work in the agriculture, manufacturing and construction sectors.
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Migrant workers were also coming from other parts of Asia like Pakistan, Indonesia, Thailand and the Philippines.
The influx of foreign labour was attributed to Malaysia’s economic growth, resulting in better education and employment.
Experts summarised that Malaysians began avoiding “low-status” jobs in favour of better work opportunities and would themselves emigrate to higher-income countries.
Labor issues?
In 2019, the Malaysian Department of Statistics (DOSM) estimated that Malaysia’s workforce comprised of 13.3 million locals and 2.3 million foreigners.
Estimates also put between 200,000 to 800,000 Bangladeshis currently living in Malaysia.
Besides the issue of xenophobia and undocumented foreigners employed here illegally, in 2018 Malaysia had effectively suspended recruiting Bangladeshi workers, citing corruption as well as allegations of human trafficking and exploitation of migrants by hiring agencies.
The recruitment “syndicates” are blamed for monopolizing the migrant hiring process and charging Bangladeshis fees of up to RM20,000 each for work opportunities in Malaysia.
Pandemic problem
The pandemic has also greatly impacted the labour market here in Malaysia. With rising unemployment levels, the government aims to reduce our dependence on foreign labour in favour of local workers.
READ MORE: Al Jazeera Documentary Backlash: 5 Important Things You Need To Know
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In June 2020 the Human Resource Ministry (MOHR) announced that the country would be freezing Malaysia’s intake of migrant workers as well as prompting locals to fill up available job opportunities and not be picky about their employment options.
This move reportedly caused a huge labour shortage in sectors essential to the nation’s economy that were predominately made up of migrant workers.
READ MORE: Malaysia Looking At RM12 Billion Loss Due To Palm Oil Workers Shortage
The coronavirus had also exposed inadequacies in how Malaysia treats its migrant labourers as their poor working and living conditions were highlighted to be a serious concern for the spread of infectious diseases.
READ MORE: Tenaganita: Abuse Of Migrant Workers Widespread Problem In Malaysia

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Tony Fernandes said AirAsia is always on time; Twitterjaya has thoughts

AirAsia CEO Tony Fernandes claimed that the budget airline is on time.

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He was speaking during a forum on â€œMy Voice, My Nationâ€ in Bukit Jalil yesterday (June 26).

“I have 15 minutes to speak about my life and like AirAsia, I will be on time.”
 Tony Fernandes via Malaysiakini
He then relayed a short story about how heâ€™s â€œnot always on timeâ€.

“Well, but (I am) not always on time.”
 Tony Fernandes via Malaysiakini

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According to Tony, during Tun Dr Mahathirâ€™s first stint as prime minister 18 years ago, Tony had an appointment with him. The meeting was to propose initiating AirAsia as a budget airline.
Tonyâ€™s appointment with Dr Mahathir was set at 9.30am. However, Tony arrived three hours earlier, at 6am. To ensure he would not be late for the meeting.

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“The man who actually gave me the chance to start AirAsia is sitting in front of me today.â€
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During the forum, Dr Mahathir was also present. He too spoke about punctuality.
We took to Twitter to find out what Malaysians thought about AirAsia’s punctuality…

I beg to differ. I was at the MYY airport waiting to go home to KCH. Original flight was at 6 something in the evening. Took off only at 10 something at night, after a series of delay announcements.
Please enlighten me, @AirAsia @tonyfernandes https://t.co/9IGp2Ta7Bk
â€” Puteri Santubong (@PUTERISANTUB0NG) June 27, 2019

I thought air asia always delay
â€” shahirul basir (@BasirShahirul) June 27, 2019

Air Asia flight always on time if you factor in a 2 hour customary delay…..
â€” Eddie LFC (@lfc_eddie) June 27, 2019

Nope, Iâ€™ve had bad delays with AirAsia up to 2 hours!😂 https://t.co/SXA27Px9ih
â€” Kuhan (@itskuhan) June 27, 2019

Delays/changes are such a common occurrence that #airasia has a pre-recorded apology message.. #jokeoftheyear https://t.co/sAKu7NV3pS
â€” à®Žà®Ÿà¯à®µà®°à¯à®Ÿà¯ à®šà®¾à®®à®¿à®¨à®¾à®¤à®©à¯ (@cluelessinkl) June 27, 2019

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This comes after an incident earlier this week where the defence ministry condemned Malaysia Airlines (MAS) for a flight delay that resulted in Defense minister, Mat Sabu, missing his appointment with Dr Mahathir in London.


Important Things Highlighted By Ismail Sabri During His Daily Press Conference Today

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As usual, Senior Minister (Defence) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob briefed the media today on the latest updates on the conditional movement control order (CMCO) currently being implemented in the country.
He talked about a number of important things, here’s what he said in brief.
PDRM’s CMCO Task Force
The Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) has set up a task force to ensure that the public adheres to all standard operating procedures (SOP) of the CMCO as set by the National Security Council.
As of 19 May 2020, the task force has made 74,809 checks to various markets, restaurants, hawker stalls, factories, banks, transport terminals (land, air and sea), private and public vehicles, one vessel, public markets, places of worship, recreational centres and construction sites across the country.
They have made 142 arrests to those found violating the SOP, with 15 of these individuals being issued compounds, yesterday. This means that the police have moved on from only giving advice and warnings, to taking legal action towards those found in violation of the SOP.
Besides that, the police and the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) will be patrolling areas across the nation, especially during the festive period to ensure that the public is still adhering to the SOP.
If the police notice a large number of cars parked near a residence, they might investigate further by knocking on your doors to ensure that the SOP is not being broken.Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob (Translated from BM)
Image for illustration purposes only. (Credit: Malay Mail)
Police Roadblocks
There were 149 roadblocks set up across the country yesterday, especially for interstate travel issues, and 25,891 vehicles were checked. Out of these, 1,633 vehicles were attempting to travel interstate and return to their hometowns for the festive season. All these vehicles were told to turn back around.
As of now, PDRM has yet to start issuing compounds to those attempting to travel interstate without prior approval. However, if the problem continues, they might have to take legal action.
For those planning on flying back to Sabah and Sarawak, please ensure that you have received prior approval from PDRM to travel interstate to East Malaysia before buying your air ticket.
This does not include students returning home who have been stranded at their university campus since the beginning of the movement control order (MCO).
Those that obtain approval for interstate travel will be required to self-quarantine upon arrival for 14 days, and failure to do so will result in facing legal action.
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Meanwhile, for those with special cases or emergencies that require interstate travel, they will need to obtain approval from PDRM who will approve at their discretion.
For married couples living in separate states who would like to visit during the festive season, they can apply for approval from PDRM. If the police deem that the travel is not considered unnecessary travel to visit families for the festive season then they may approve the request at their discretion.
Interdistrict travel is still allowed during the festive season, no approval is required for that.
False News
As of 19 May 2020, PDRM and the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MACC) have opened 265 investigation papers on false Covid-19 information. Out of the 265, 30 of the cases have been charged in court.
The public is reminded to be wary of any suspicious information read online, and refrain from sharing information which you find suspicious. When in doubt, you can double-check for the correct facts through https://sebenarnya.my/.
Those found spreading unverified and false information will face legal action by PDRM and MACC.
Public Sanitation
Ops Sanitasi Awam launched by the Ministry of Housing and Local Government on 30 March has since sanitised 6,640 locations in yellow and red zones across the country, including in places such as government buildings, business premises, and public spaces.

Covid-19 Quarantine Management
As of 19 May 2020, Malaysia has 256 quarantine centers, with more than 17k individuals currently residing.
Yesterday, 543 Malaysians returned from abroad, including those returning from Singapore. They are now being quarantined for 14 days before being allowed to return home.
Sending Stranded Students Home
Since the operation started on 27 April 2020, a total of 49,437 students have returned back home after being stranded at their university campuses.
Yesterday alone, the Ministry of Housing and Local Government sent 418 students back to their hometowns via three flights from KL to Miri, Bintulu, and Sibu.
Road To Tokyo
During the special meeting today on the implementation of the CMCO, the Youth and Sports Minister asked for special relaxation of the SOP for those involved with the Road To Tokyo 2020 programme who need to train for the upcoming Tokyo Olympics.
Thus, the government has decided to allow the 265 individuals involved, including 57 athletes to train and prepare for the sporting event, with conditions.
Parents Who Bring Their Kids Out And About During CMCO
At the moment, the Health Ministry and National Security Council have yet to issue an SOP for parents who bring their kids out with them during the CMCO, though they have advised the parents refrain from doing so if possible.
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The reason why an SOP has not yet been announced is that the government is aware of several implications of doing so.
For example, if single mothers with young children who have not choice but to bring their kids out with them. If they get compounded, where would they put their kids? Leaving young children at home, or inside their cars by themselves would be dangerous. This is why we haven’t made an SOP yet.Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob (Translated from BM)
Visiting Graves During Festive Season
The Health Ministry and National Security Council is still discussing the matter, but for now, they have also only decided to advise that the public try to refrain from doing so. The government would prefer that the public exercise self-regulation instead of depending on SOP from the government.
We can’t put out an SOP for everything. If something is logically a bad thing, then we should not do it. We don’t need an SOP to tell us this.Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob (Translated from BM)
Ismail Sabri explained that the Covid-19 virus is expected to be around for 2-5 years until a vaccine is found. If it takes two years, CMCO cannot be implemented for two years.
Which means that once the CMCO ends, these SOPs and rules will no longer apply. Instead, self-regulation will be what protects the public from getting sick.
Barbershops Requesting To Reopen For Business
Barbers have contacted Ismail Sabri about the issue. However, for now the government hasn’t received any advice from the Health Ministry on the matter. Barbershops are still within the list of businesses that have been prohibited from operating for the time being. When the time comes, it will be discussed.
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SOP For Places Of Worship
The matter has been brought up by the Ministry of Unity and it is still in discussion. A few issues still need to be addressed and the ministry will be meeting with leaders of the various religions to discuss the issue.
When an agreement is reached, then the SOP will be announced.
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SIARAN LANGSUNG:SIDANG MEDIA (NON HEALTH) SELEPAS MESYUARAT KHAS MENTERI-MENTERI MENGENAI PELAKSANAAN PERINTAH KAWALAN PERGERAKAN  OLEH YB DATO’ SRI ISMAIL SABRI BIN YAAKOB, MENTERI KANAN PERTAHANAN.SIARAN LANGSUNG:SIDANG MEDIA (NON HEALTH) SELEPAS MESYUARAT KHAS MENTERI-MENTERI MENGENAI PELAKSANAAN PERINTAH KAWALAN PERGERAKANOLEH YB DATO’ SRI ISMAIL SABRI BIN YAAKOB, MENTERI KANAN PERTAHANAN.Posted by Majlis Keselamatan Negara on Monday, May 18, 2020

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Remnants Of Communists Still In Malaysia Until Now, Claims Wan Fayhsal

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Bersatu Youth leader Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal claimed there are still remnants of communist elements in Malaysian politics.

He claimed these people were plotting to overthrow the Malay rulers and Islam, hoping to turn Malaysia into a republic.
Wan Ahmad Fayhsal added that these communist elements are advancing their cause subtly, but he did not elaborate further on how they are doing it.
He wrote on Facebook a few days ago that he represented Bersatu in attending the Communist Party of China in Dialogue with World Political Parties High-Level Meeting.
Wan Ahmad Fayhsal thanked the Chinese Embassy in Malaysia for the invitation.

Netizens Lambast Wan Ahmad Fayhsal
Netizens scolded him for criticizing communism on the one hand but meeting with Chinese leaders on the other.
Some netizens mocked Bersatu, saying Bersatu is the real communist party.
Tajuk 'artikel' harakat daily be like:Sebentar tadi Wan Ahmad Fayhsal telah menghadiri perjumpaan bersama Parti Komunis China secara atas talian"Benda boleh salahkan DAP, buat apa nak salahkan kami", ujarnya.— Luke Man (@TengkuDTrace) March 16, 2023
Apa mangkok bodohlah awak ni gi pasal Komunis la plak….ini sajalah modal politik murahan awak main sentimen kaum,agama dan komunis utk perbodohkn org melayu.Ada gerakan komunis mu gi report polislah bebal.— Ray Irfan Jr (@m_iqone) March 17, 2023
Dengan penuh rasa bangga mewakili parti hadir perjumpaan bersama parti komunis. Itu hari rasanya beria-ia MP Ketereh bercerita di Parlimen pasal pengorbanan melawan komunis. Bodoh penyokong PAS – Wan Fayhsal. pic.twitter.com/JdIP1Swctq— Laga Cawan 🌺 (@LagaCawan) March 16, 2023
Wan Ahmad Fayhsal retorted that being friends with China does not mean supporting the communists.
He claimed it was a wise move to combat the remaining communism in the country.
He pointed out that Bersatu’s participation in the relevant dialogues clarifies the remaining communist elements in Malaysian politics more cleverly.
For context, Wan Ahmad Fayhsal is not a stranger to making controversial statements.
In the past, he was also criticised for suggesting the government print more money to help the people.
Deputy Minister of Youth and Sports, Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal, explains Budget 2021 incentives to create jobs for youth, and recommends that Bank Negara Malaysia should print money and give it directly to citizens.– Ingatkan @bermanadotcon ! 😅🤣😂 pic.twitter.com/klo6mrTr6w— ReeN🔺 (@ReeNGaston) November 18, 2020
PAS Says No To Communism
Wan Ahmad Fayhsal assured that PAS and its chairman, Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang, were firmly opposed to the communist element in Malaysian politics.
For the record, Wan Ahmad Fayhsal stood and won in Machang, Kelantan in the last General Election on a PAS ticket.
Wan Ahmad Fayhsal said the past violence and terrorist attacks by the Malayan Communist Party (PKM) are not forgotten.
Those involved, he said, are trying to fulfil the communist goal by taking money from abroad and using democracy as a disguise.
READ MORE: Penang Restaurant In Hot Water After Communist-Themed Decor Pics Go Viral
He suggests that Bersatu could follow the example of Malaysia’s second prime minister, Tun Abdul Razak.
Establishing diplomatic relations with China will help curb the Communist Party’s influence.
The late former Prime Minister Tun Razak dared to take this step because China, led by Mao Zedong at that time, was regarded as the forerunner of the world’s communist ideology and movement during the Cold War.Bersatu Youth leader Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal on Malaysia’s relationship with China.

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Mother Brings Her Child Along On Delivery Runs, Netizens Moved To Tears

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A mother’s love is deep and she’ll do anything to achieve the best life for her child.

They’ll even go as far as taking a second or a third job to make ends meet for the family. No matter how trying it is, a mother will always put her child’s needs first.
READ MORE: “Tell My Son I’ve Passed Away” Single Mum Leaves Instructions For Doctor
Tiktok user @zarethnasha shared a video that showed the extent of a mother’s love and it has touched the hearts of many people online.
The video showed a food delivery rider who had her child strapped to her while she goes on a delivery run.
She made a stop at the Petronas petrol station in Bangsar that’s next to a Pandamart. It’s believed that the child has eyesight issues in both eyes.
  @mamayayahumarsoleh Jom sama2 bantu.. ♬ If it is you – ROSÉ fan account
Feeling touched, @zarethnasha wanted to help the woman and asked her husband to give her a bit of money to help out.
The woman declined at first but accepted the small financial aid in the end.
Netizens teared up
Netizens were moved to tears and hoped that the woman will be blessed with good things.

Some of them also recalled the times when they had to bring along their children to work while they tried to support the family financially.

The woman wins the Mother of the Year award hands down. Hopefully, more good things will come their way.

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Singer Akon Is Building His Own City Called Akon City

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City planning isn’t the first thing that you would associate Senegalese-born American R&B star Akon but he is actually building a city inspired by Wakanda in his home country, Senegal worth USD6 billion or around RM24.9 billion.

Yes, that Wakanda.
Akon City will be situated near Mbodième, a small coastal village in western Senegal where 2,000 hectares will be used for the creation of the city.
It’s reported that the first phase of the project will start in the first quarter of 2021 and is expected to be completed in 2023 while the second phase will begin sometime in 2024.
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The first phase will involve the construction of roads, a hospital campus, a shopping mall, residences, hotels, a police station, a school, a landfill for the city’s waste and a photovoltaic solar power plant to supply the whole area.
The city also a “special tax zone” which allows for the reduction of imports and will be integrated into the country’s tourism vision.
Akon City is said to operate solely using the Akoin crypto-currency.

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Protect Your Baby From Mosquito Bites And Dengue With MamyPoko’s Newest Diaper

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While we’re most likely preoccupied with keeping our family, especially our kids, safe from the Covid-19 pandemic, there’s another seasonal threat faced by parents with newborn babies – dengue.

Dengue is one of the most important insect-borne viral diseases in Malaysia and is regarded as an important public health problem due to the fact that the illness can result in death.
With that in mind, MamyPoko has developed the world’s first mosquito-repelling diaper to help protect your baby from those pesky and potentially dangerous insects!
Dengue has always been a concern for parents and the thought of our children contracting it is worse. The introduction of the MamyPoko Extra Dry Protect diaper is part of our initiative to help parents protect their children from the dengue virus.Unicharm Malaysia’s marketing director Makoto Anezaki via MamyPoko

MamyPoko’s latest creation, the Extra DryProtect diaper, takes advantage of lemongrass and its natural mozzie repellent properties.
Using Japanese patented technology, lemongrass extracts are captured in microcapsules which are then embedded into the surface of the diaper’s tapes.
To activate these microcapsules, mommy or daddy just has to rub or scratch the diaper tape after putting the diaper on baby. A pleasant lemongrass scent will be released, helping to repel mosquitoes from your baby for up to six hours.
The extract has been proven to be safe for babies. The diaper as a whole is also alcohol-free and DEET-free, with diaper straps designed to not require skin contact. This ensures that the lemongrass microcapsules never touch your baby’s skin.
According to Associate Prof. Dr Gan Chin Seng, Head of Paediatric Intensive Care Unit at the University of Malaya Medical Center, who spoke during the product launch, there were about 30,000 paediatric cases of dengue in Malaysia in 2019.
There were approximately 30,000 paediatric cases of dengue last year. As we have yet to discover a cure or effective vaccine for dengue, we can only do our best in protecting our children and babies through acts of prevention.Associate Prof. Dr Gan Chin Seng via MamyPoko
(Left to Right) Dr Nurhafiza Binti Zainal, Associate Prof Dr Gan Chin Seng, Nurul Azni, Makoto Anezaki speaking during the expert panel session at the diaper launch.
Besides developing a product to protect babies from dengue, MamyPoko Malaysia has gone the extra mile in partnering with AEON Retail.
They will donate RM1.00 to the Malaysian AEON Foundation for every pack of MamyPoko Extra Dry Protect sold from any AEON outlet throughout the month of October.
Their goal is to sell 10,000 packs, thus donating a total of RM10,000.
MamyPoko Extra Dry Protect is currently available for purchase at major retail outlets and online, with sizes ranging from M to XL. Some outlets are offering introductory promotions and selling a pack of the diapers at just RM39.99 each.
On top of that, MamyPoko has also recently launched its dengue awareness campaign, urging parents to take one simple step at home in an effort to fight dengue and protect their kids. Visit their website to sign up and take part.

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Only Heads of Household Allowed Outside Due To Movement Control Order

During a press conference earlier today, Senior Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said that only one representative of a family is allowed to go out to purchase daily essentials under the Movement Control Order (MCO).
Whether someone wants to buy their daily needs or medical supply, only the head of the family is allowed to go out.Senior Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof
This does not include workers in the essential sector who must go to work.
We called the MCO hotline to confirm whether or not there will be police enforcement for those who go out as a group of multiple people.
The police may stop you, but any other disciplinary action will be up to their discretion.MCO hotline operator to TRP
While it is unlikely that you would be issued a summons for breaking the MCO, recreational activities such as jogging are greatly discouraged.
Again, the MCO is put in place to flatten the curve of the spread of COVID-19. This means that the fewer people moving around, the better.
So if you’re able to go grocery shopping or buy medical supplies on your own, please go alone to comply with the MCO.

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4 Things That Make Marvel’s Moon Knight A Little Different From Shows In The Genre

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Marvel’s Moon Knight follows Steven Grant, a mild-mannered man who lives a mundane life but is plagued by blackouts and mysterious memories of a life that’s somehow separate from his own.

After a fateful night, he discovers that he has Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) and shares a body with Marc Spector, who’s a former mercenary and currently the avatar of the Egyptian god of the moon and vengeance, Khonshu.
In anticipation of the show’s debut on 30 March 2022 on Disney Plus, here are some interesting things to know about Marvel’s Moon Knight.
It portrays Egypt in a different light
Oscar Isaac as Moon Knight in Marvel Studios’ MOON KNIGHT. Photo courtesy of Marvel Studios. ©Marvel Studios 2022. All Rights Reserved.
For director Mohamed Diab and many of the cast, filming Moon Knight was an opportunity to bring something different to the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Diab, an Egyptian himself, shared that it was a chance to show the audience the true side of Egypt and portray Egyptians as normal human beings.
As an Egyptian, we always see us depicted or the Middle East depicted in a way that is – we call it orientalism, when you see us as exotic and dehumanized.  Just showing us as normal human beings through Layla’s character and seeing Egypt as Egypt because 90 percent of the time, Egypt is not Egypt. Imagine Paris and you’re seeing Big Ben in the background. Moon Knight director Mohamed Diab said during the virtual press conference.
It explores mental health
Oscar Isaac as Steven Grant in Marvel Studios’ MOON KNIGHT, exclusively on Disney+. Photo by Csaba Aknay. ©Marvel Studios 2022. All Rights Reserved.
Oscar Isaac, who stars as the titular character Steven Grant and Marc Spector, was excited to play the two different characters and tell the story of their internal struggles with each other.
To ensure they were portraying mental health properly and respectfully, they brought in Dr Paul Puri, a board-certified psychiatrist, to consult on the aspects of DID and its implications.
I think it was just about being honest to what Dissociative Identity Disorder is, and honest to what a lot of people have to deal with, which is really intense childhood trauma and how that manifests as an adult. I think for us it was about authenticity, more than even story communication. You can really empathize with him (Steven). You feel what it must have felt like to have all these wild things happening to him, not knowing if he’s crazy or he’s actually discovered something.Oscar Issac, who plays Steven Grant and Marc Spector.
In the original comic books, Moon Knight always knew he had mental health challenges and it was a key source of both his ambiguity and his strength. As a character, he never let his own mental illness define him and never let societies’ labels on a person define who they are to him.
Ethan Hawke as Arthur Harrow in Marvel Studios’ MOON KNIGHT. Photo courtesy of Marvel Studios. ©Marvel Studios 2022. All Rights Reserved.
Ethan Hawke, who plays Arthur Harrow, said it was a new challenge to play a villain against a mentally ill hero.
Well, the history of movies is paved with storytellers using mental illness as a building block for the villain.  I mean, there’s countless stories of mentally ill villains, and we have a mentally ill hero.  And that’s fascinating because we’ve now inverted the whole process.  And so now as the antagonist, I can’t be crazy because the hero’s crazy.  So I have to kind of find a sane lunatic or a sane malevolent force. And that was an interesting riddle for me to figure out how to be in dynamics with what Oscar was doing.Ethan Hawke, who plays a cult leader named Arthur Harrow.
There were no specific stunt styles used
To make the stunts work for the story, stunt coordinator Olivier Schneider studied the screenplay, the comics and collaborated with the cast to form their own suitable fighting styles.
Choreographing for the character Steven Grant was complicated because the character doesn’t know how to fight.
As such, Oscar Isaac had to rely on survival instincts when the character finds himself in a compromising position. This also added a touch of humour and goofiness to Steven Grant’s fighting style.
May Calamawy as Layla El-Faouly and Oscar Isaac as Marc Spector/Steven Grant in Marvel Studios’ MOON KNIGHT. Photo by Gabor Kotschy. ©Marvel Studios 2022. All Rights Reserved.
May Calamawy loved playing Layla El-Faouly, an archaeologist from Spector’s past, because she got to show the character’s strong and vulnerable side.
Her character was more of a street fighter than a skilled martial artist and to keep the authenticity, Calamawy rehearsed and did most of the stunts herself. It was also during practices and rehearsals that she discovered who Layla was as a person.
I had too much fun with the stunts. It was just so much fun to come in every day, and I really felt like I found out a lot about who Layla was with that fire and dedication that she has. When I just threw myself into it and nailed something, it was a really cool realization.May Calamawy, who plays archaelogist and adventurer Layla El-Faouly.
It has the least amount of reshoots
Oscar Isaac and Director Mohamed Diab on the set of Marvel Studios’ MOON KNIGHT, exclusively on Disney+. Photo by Gabor Kotschy. ©Marvel Studios 2022. All Rights Reserved.
Diab revealed that this Marvel production had the least amount of reshoots which is a rarity in big-budget projects.
Hawke explained that the cast and crew were able to get it right the first time around because they were constantly rehearsing together.
On the weekend while we were shooting, we would all sit around the table and have a Sunday brunch and we would all just talk about the episode.”Oscar Isaac.
They would discuss things like how to make the scenes better and more interesting.
The discussion brought the collective imagination together and it helped to keep the story seamless although they were directed by different directors for each episode.
You can watch all the magic happen in Marvel’s Moon Knight on 30 March 2022 on Disney Plus.

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Kuala Lumpur Reaches 100% Vaccine Registrations, Second After Putrajaya

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Kuala Lumpur has hit 100% in Covid-19 registrations, according to The Special Committee for Ensuring Access to COVID-19 Vaccine Supply (JKJAV).

The capital is the second Federal Territory which has reached that number after Putrajaya.
Almost all of the states have reached 50% registrations, except for two – Kelantan at 48.21%, and Sabah at 29.18%.
Here’s the full breakdown as of 20 June:
Kuala Lumpur – 100% (1,385,741)Putrajaya – 100% (76,536)Selangor – 78.9% (3,745,931)Labuan – 78.74% (53,938)Negeri Sembilan – 74.13% (603,702)Sarawak – 73.90% (1,509,557)Melaka – 71.84% (486,641)Penang 71.66% (979,770)Johor 70.98 % (1,924,907)Perlis 66.15% (119,867)Perak 59.03% (1,099,539)Kedah 58.47% (900,811)Pahang 58.24% (684,762) Kelantan 48.21% (596,000) Sabah 29.18% (804,851)
Credit: JKJAV
Sabah left behind
Malay Mail quoted Tanjung Aru Assemblyman Datuk Junz Wong who attributed the low registration rates mainly to the lack of vaccines and poor access to the internet in Sabah.
On the part of Warisan, we are doing our best to create awareness through Facebook Live forums and so forth. But we can only reach Sabahans in the city who have internet access. And most of these Sabahans have already registered through MySejahtera. What about Sabahans in the rural areas without internet connection? We want to reach out to them too. But we cannot move around due to the lockdown restrictions.Tanjung Aru Assemblyman Datuk Junz Wong via Malay Mail
The Parti Warisan Sabah Vice President also said that some of those in the state who have already registered through the MySejahtera as early as March are still waiting for appointments to be given.

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Cinemas, Theatres, And Live Shows Can Reopen On 1 July

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Cinemas have been closed since the Movement Control Order (MCO), but there’s now finally a chance to return to the silver screens.
In his briefing today, Senior Minister (Defence) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said that all cinemas, theatres, and live events will be allowed to resume operations beginning on 1 July.
However, the SOPs must be followed strictly; all visitors must comply with temperature checks and register their name and number before entering.
The events can only be held in closed halls with no more than 250 individuals and attendance is also subject to the size of the location.

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Police Nab Syabu Carrying Couple Following A High Speed Chase On LDP

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The police arrested a couple after they led the men in blue in a high-speed chase along the Damansara-Puchong Expressway (LDP) last Tuesday.

According to Petaling Jaya OCPD Asst Comm Mohamad Fakhrudin Abdul Hamid, the couple was spotted acting suspiciously in a Proton Waja near a hotel at Persiaran Surian.
“When police approached the vehicle, they sped off heading towards the LDP. Police chased the suspects until the U-turn near Bandar Utama when the suspect rammed into several other vehicles,” Mohamad Fakhrudin was quoted as saying by The Star.
He added that the male suspect had tried to flee the scene following the crash but the police managed to detain him.
The police later found a pack of drugs believed to be syabu or methamphetamine inside the car.
“Checks in the vehicle revealed a packet containing 1.3g of a substance, believed to be syabu worth RM130.
“A urine test revealed both suspects tested positive for methamphetamine,” he added.
Mohamad Fakhrudin said that the suspects had been remanded for four days for further investigations.
He also urges those with information on the case to contact the Selangor police hotline at 03-2052 9999.

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Malaysia Please Don’t Throw Away Your Used Cooking Oil, Do This Instead

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Waste not, want not was the theme of this Twitter thread as user Ikhwan Nazri advocates for Malaysians to dispose of their used cooking oil the correct way, while making a few bucks in exchange.

Making a trip to one of Alam Flora’s Buy Back recycling centers, Ikhwan shared that he made RM4.40 just from recycling 4 kilograms of used cooking oil.
Jangan buang minyak masak ke sinki. Kitar semula dapat duit. 4kg RM 4.40. Bolehlah dapat 1 USD. pic.twitter.com/Gt1mSUuua1— Ikhwan Nazri (@tekong) August 15, 2020
Ikhwan’s eco-friendly Tweet also got netizens curious about how they can equally make money out of recycling their wastes, as well as getting other environmentally cautious Malaysians to share their own recycling practices.
Kalau engine oil cmne?still boleh ke?— Kimidango ♂ (@4hk1d) August 15, 2020
jom recycle! 😚✌ pic.twitter.com/qjqbfWe9tx— Hanim 🇲🇾 | #TeamKaymanis (@seketultapir) June 26, 2020
Most people wouldn’t think much of used cooking oil, and many of us would be guilty of simply disposing of it into the garbage bin or pouring it down the drain.
But, as convenient as it is to toss away that leftover grease from last night’s dinner, disposing of used cooking oil in such ways can cause untold damage to property, the environment as well as your wallet.
Oils that are poured down drains can clog up pipes, cause drains and sewers to stink from bacteria growth, and interrupt wastewater treatment services.
Moreover, any materials that are improperly disposed of would ultimately end up in the ground, rivers, and oceans to pollute the planet.
Used cooking oil as it turns out, can be well… quite useful! Just like any other recyclable materials such as paper, plastic, glass, and metal, in the right hands, the waste product can be reused and repurposed into other things.
It can be used in composting and agriculture, and can also be recycled into valuable biodiesels to power vehicles, and even made into household products like soaps and candles.
Simple steps on how you can properly dispose of used cooking oil.(Green Citizen)
For those of you who would like to jump along into the recycling-bin (pun absolutely intended), a simple Google search would reveal available recycling centers managed by local waste and environmental management agencies such as Alam Flora and others, near you.
But if you’re already oiled up to get to recycling,  Ikhwan also recommends that people check out this article by Tajira for a list of available recycling facilities across the country, HERE.

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Your Favourite Green-And-White Kuih? Which One Did You Mean?

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Did you know that the staple kuih during Ramadan is Tepung Pelita? Of course, other kuih-muih are popular too but there’s just something about this month that people would queue in long lines for just to get a taste of the famous Tepung Pelita.

READ MORE: Kuih: The Story Of Our Malaysian Heritage Of Flavours And Cultures
You don’t know Tepung Pelita? Well, it’s the type of kuih with a soft and gooey green bottom and a creamy white top, in small little box-shaped green leaves.
But which is which? The truth is, for Malaysian Kuihs, these descriptions are still ambiguous. There are actually three kinds of kuih matching these characteristics!
Thanks to a Twitter user @dr_chaku in his recent tweet, here are some easy ways to figure out the difference between the three.
1. Tepung Pelita
Hailing from the east coast of Malaysia, this kuih’s main attributes are the rice flour ingredient used and banana leaves boxes used.
(Credit: Nyonya Cooking)
The Green Part:  The ingredients used are rice flour, water, pandan leaves, limewater, sugar and green colouring.
The White Part:  The ingredients used are coconut milk, salt and rice flour.
A good thing to note for this is that this kuih can be steamed until it’s done or can be cooked separately on the stove and poured directly into the boxes without steaming.
The kuih is layered into pliable boxed banana leaves with a thin layer of sprinkled sugar (the sugar will dissolve with heat to add the watery and melts in your mouth taste).
(Credit: Nyonya Cooking, Resipi CheNom)
The texture of this tea time snack is very soft and rich and it’ll likely feel like it’ll melt in your mouth. It should be eaten with a spoon and you’ll notice the gooeyness texture when you scoop it out.
Kuih Limas
Next, hailing from Perak, Kuih Limas is actually just the same as Tepung Pelita but with wheat flour instead of rice flour.
(Credit: Rasa)
The Green Part: The ingredients used are the same as Tepung Pelita but substitute the rice flour with wheat flour and add coconut milk with salt too.
The White Part: Same as Tepung Pelita, just with wheat flour instead of rice flour.
For this particular kuih, it has to be steamed in a steamer instead of cooking and pouring it separately. It also uses the same pliant banana leaves for the boxes.
(Credit: Rasa)
For the texture, it is said to be the same watery and melts in your mouth kinda taste, similar to Tepung Pelita.
Kuih Tako
Lastly, Kuih Tako is popular in the southern part of peninsular Malaysia. The main attributes of this kuih are the water chestnuts or jicama (sengkuang) bits.
(Credit: Rasa)
Kuih tako also uses a different flour which is cornflour.
The Green and White Part: Same as Tepung Pelita except for the cornflour instead of rice flour.
Additionally, you can also use the method of cooking Tepung Pelita to cook this kuih (don’t need to steam). For this particular kuih, the boxes used to put the layers in are pandan leaves folded in a distinct way.
(Credit: Rasa, Nyonya Cooking)
For extra crisp, Kuih Tako requires some small bits of water chestnuts mixed in the bottom green part. The texture of the bottom part is said to be a bit like jelly, harder than the softer Tepung Pelita.
Now can you tell the difference between the three? Which one got you lining up the long lines?
The key differences between the three lie in their type of flour (Tepung Pelita – Rice Flour, Kuih Tako – Cornflour, Kuih Limas – Wheat Flour) and the type of boxes (Tepung Pelita – Banana Leaves, Kuih Tako – Pandan Leaves, Kuih Limas – Banana Leaves) they’re put in.
Do you think you would notice if someone substituted your Tepung Pelita with Kuih Limas? Or would you just eat it all the same?
READ MORE: 5 Strangely-Named Malaysian Kuih You Definitely Have Never Tried Before

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Two More Cops Nabbed At Wild Party In A Luxury Apartment KL

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While most Malaysians stay at home during the pandemic, a handful of cops thought it was the perfect time to have a get-together.

Recently two policemen — a lance constable and an extra police constable — were among 14 people who were detained because they were believed to have attended a wild party at a luxury condominium in Changkat Raja Chulan on Saturday (18 September).
Kuala Lumpur Narcotics Criminal Investigation Department chief ACP Sahar Abd Latif told Bernama that the seven men and seven women arrested were positive for ketamine.
5.56 grams of the drug was found at the scene as well.
Sahar said that the organiser of the party was a 39-year-old man who invited his guests via phone calls (who even does that anymore).
All the partygoers were issued a compound of RM4,000 each for violating the standard operating procedures (SOP) of the National Recovery Plan (NRP).
Previous Parties
Almost two weeks prior, on 5 September, theSun reported that thirteen police personnel, including a policewoman, were arrested on Saturday night for partying at a nightclub.
Also arrested in the incident at Bandar Puchong Jaya were firemen, a soldier and a large group of civilians.
Back in July, we reported that four police officers — including a station chief — and 4 women were caught partying in a police station in Kajang.
READ MORE: Police Station PP: Cops Caught Partying With Women, Liquor, Ketum & Porn Inside Police Station.
A Few Bad Apples
We understand that the action of the few bad apples does not reflect the rest of PDRM.
That said, you can find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. We are also on Telegram. Don’t call. *hint* *hint*

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Plastics Pollution Through The Eyes Of A 10-Year-Old: Local Short Film Recognized By The UNEP

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Filmed in Sepang, an international short film titled ‘PLASTIK’ produced by Sean Lin of Studio Birthplace and directed by Philip Rom has caught the attention of the public to end the use of single plastics.

(Credit: PLASTIK/Studio Birthplace)
Premiered globally in conjunction with World Environment Day, this 2 and half minute film featured a young Malaysian girl seeing the world through a plastic bottle, letting her imagination run wild, witnessing the horrendous scenes of what would happen if the world keeps on using single-use plastics.
(Credit: PLASTIK/Studio Birthplace)
This film is endorsed by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), as the message behind this film supports the UNEA 5.2 resolution, which is a legally binding agreement from 175 member states to end plastic pollution by the end of 2024.
(Credit: PLASTIK/Studio Birthplace)
Besides the cast and production team being Malaysians, the soundtrack of the film, ‘Just A Dream’ was also composed (MKNK) and performed (JSN) by Malaysian artists too. The key message behind having local talents and settings in this film is to connect with the public in our region and make us realize the catastrophe that’s coming to us if we ignore efforts of sustainability.
(Credit: PLASTIK/Studio Birthplace)
The set of this film depicts the relatable reality of our environment now with plastic bottles on beaches and plastic bags on the side roads. Who hasn’t seen that here, huh?
A short film to tackle a long issue
South-East Asia has become a major hotspot for plastic pollution, and a way to tackle this is to educate the public about plastic pollution. It could start with a simple video highlighting the haunting effects of single-use plastics.
(Credit: PLASTIK/Studio Birthplace)
It seems like nothing much but it makes you think twice before buying products with single-use plastics. And with that, comes the job of advocating your family members and your friends to think twice too.
This can create a ripple effect on the public where sooner or later, everyone will be aware and hopefully avoid the use of plastics. Small steps make big strides, as they say.
Films have the power to effect social change through impactful and compelling storytelling. We hope that in producing a short film with a fully South-East Asian cast and crew we can deepen engagement and catalyze long-lasting behaviour change amongst the region’s youth audience to take individual and collective action to end plastic pollution,” Kay Vasey, Founder of MeshMinds and Executive Producer of (PLASTIK)
You can check the full short film here. Disclaimer: It’s like a straight punch to the heart and makes you think twice before buying anything with plastics.

If 10-year-old kids can make a change, why can’t we?

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With Only 16 New Cases, Malaysia Sees Lowest Daily Covid-19 Cases Since MCO

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Just as Malaysia enters a new phase of the Conditional Movement Control (CMCO), weâ€™re greeted with good news.
At the daily Covid-19 press conference on 12th May, Health Director General Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah revealed that Malaysia records 16 new Covid-19 cases, the lowest daily number since the Movement Control Order (MCO) began on 18th March.
Of the 6 new cases, Dr Noor Hisham explained that three are import cases involving returnees from the United Kingdom, Singapore and Japan. Of the 13 local cases, 9 of the infected are foreigners.
Positive Covid-19 cases based on state.(Credit: @KKMPutrajaya/Twitter)
100 patients have also been discharged, bringing the tally of recovered patients to 5,223, indicating an encouraging recovery rate of 77.47%.
Whatâ€™s more, no new deaths were recorded. Malaysiaâ€™s death toll remains at 109.
Malaysiaâ€™s total confirmed Covid-19 cases currently stands at 6,742 with 1,410 active cases.

Terkini #covid19malaysia 12 MeiKes sembuh= 110Jumlah sembuh= 5,223Kes positif= 16Jumlah positif= 6,742Kes kematian= 0Jumlah kematian=109Sebanyak 16 kes dirawat di ICU dan 3 daripadanya sedang menerima bantuan pernafasan. pic.twitter.com/rRknDqdp4g— KKMPutrajaya (@KKMPutrajaya) May 12, 2020

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Fed Up By Face Mask Trash Everywhere, Inspiring Penang Siblings Clean Up Public Spaces

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The sight of a dirty face mask laying on the ground has become the norm ever since the pandemic hit.

Not only is this a terrible pollution to the environment, but a used face mask discarded irresponsibly is a big health risk as well – which is why two Penang siblings have decided to do something about it.
Vasugi Ramasamy and her brother Suriya Kuppusamy started a cleanup initiative, picking up littered face masks on the route between their home in Sungai Bakap to Parit Buntar, where Vasugi works as a clerk in a local supermarket.
Credit: Vasugi Ramasamy/Facebook
Vasugi shared their deed on Facebook with pictures of the duo decked in homemade protective gear of face masks, gloves, plastic bags and trash pick up sticks during their clean-up activities.
Credit: Vasugi Ramasamy/Facebook
She also said that she felt compelled to start cleaning up the littered face masks after seeing the dirty masks strewn around on her commute to work.
The sight concerned Vasugi, who was worried about the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, as well as the health risks of used face masks to children and the elderly.
Vasugi and Suriya’s haul from a morning of cleanup.(Credit: Vasugi Ramasamy/Facebook)
The reason we started doing this is to reduce the spread of germs, bacteria and viruses during the Covid-19 pandemic. So friends, please think twice before throwing away your used face masks everywhere.Vasugi Ramasamy via Facebook.
The inspiring woman also called for Malaysians to be more responsible, and considerate, when discarding their used face masks.

According to the Health Ministry directives, based on World Health Organisation recommendations, used face masks must be folded and wrapped in a small plastic bag or tissue before disposed of in a closed-lid bin.
This is to reduce the potential health risk to the waste collector workers if the face masks are simply disposed of openly and mix together with other wastes.
Biasanya anda buang mask anda bagaimana ya? Buka dan terus buang ke dalam tong sampah?Jika anda bergejala, mereka yang mengendalikan pelupusan sampah mungkin akan dijangkiti. Ikuti kaedah-kaedah pelupusan mask berikut. #coronavirus#COVID19#sihatmilikku#walkthetalk pic.twitter.com/5TC72gqVEm— KKM Portal MyHealth (@MyHEALTHKKM) March 25, 2020

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Love Sarawak? Win Cash Up To RM10K In STB’s First Photo And Video Competition

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Domestic travel is back in full swing and Malaysians have built quite the appetite for the revenge vacation.

Social media throwbacks of trips taken in the past are now being replaced with current snaps at last.
For those who made the trip to Sarawak or are planning to, you can now put those pictures or videos to good use and partake in Sarawak Tourism Board’s (STB) first-ever photography and videography competition.
It’s happening now and STB is calling for people to submit their work showcasing the beauty and uniqueness of Sarawak.
Sarawak, A Journey Awaits
The competition was launched on Tuesday (9 November) with STB’s Chief Executive Officer Sharzede Datu Haji Salleh Askor encouraging Malaysians to take this opportunity to share their perspectives of Sarawak, especially in highlighting the vibrancy and authenticity of the state.
We look forward to discovering Malaysians’ take on Sarawak’s culture, adventure, nature, food and festivals, and urge them to grab their cameras and showcase the state in all its multifaceted splendour!Sharzede Datu Haji Salleh Askor, CEO Sarawak Tourism Board
Your Creative Journey, Awaits
The competition is open to all Malaysians and submissions are from now until 30 November.

Materials should not be more than three years old and MUST capture Sarawak’s culture, adventure, nature, food and festival (CANFF) alongside a short description or caption.
Each participant can submit up to five photographs per category.
Photo / Video Requirements
Photograph submissions should be in jpg format 8”x12” x 300dpi and without watermarks.Video entries should NOT be longer than three minutes and in mp4 with 4K resolution in 16:9 format.Submissions are to be uploaded to https://stb.foto.org.my/Photos and videos submitted will become the property of the organiser.All winning materials are authorised under the copyright of Sarawak Tourism Board with credit given to the photographer/videographer where applicable.
Do note that all photographs and videos must comply with the Rules and Regulations of the competition and any entry that does not follow the terms and conditions will be disqualified.
What The Winning Entries Will Receive
PhotographyVideographyGrand prize winner – RM5,000First prize – RM10,0005 x first prize – RM3,0005 x second prize – RM2,0005 x third prize – RM1,00050 x consolation prize – RM1001 x special student award – RM2,000Second prize – RM8,000Third prize – RM6,000Special student award – RM2,000
Judging will be decided by a panel of hand-picked judges and winners will be announced on Sarawak Tourism Board and Sarawak Photo Art Society’s Facebook and website https://stb.foto.org.my or www.spas.com.my.

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Best Rendition of Negaraku youâ€™ve ever heard

Celcom x Axiata just released their Merdeka video: Getaran Pertama today (August 30), and it is phenomenal.
The 7-minute video brings us on a journey leading to the formation of Getaran Pertama; the choir who officially sang Malaysiaâ€™s very first national anthem on Merdeka Day 62 years ago.

Getaran Pertama Choir (Screenshot via YouTube)

The moving video paints a picture of the challenges faced by two music-loving friends Ahmad Merican (Music Supervisor Radio Malaya) and Tony Fonseka (Music Conductor) in 1957.
As they were assigned by our very first Prime Minister, Tunku Abdul Rahman to form a Merdeka Choir.

 (Screenshot via YouTube)

 (Screenshot via YouTube)

In a short period of time, they needed to assemble people of different races, find a suitable place to rehearse and unite them to sync harmoniously together.
There were even times they were on the verge of giving up.
But they didnâ€™t.

 (Screenshot via YouTube)

Following the video closely, you can feel each moment moving you intensely.
Thereâ€™s not a second that passes by that is neither informative nor emotional.

 (Screenshot via YouTube)

When they finally do come together to sing, we can assure you, there is no other better version of the Negaraku anthem you have ever heard in your life.
Listening to them singing resonates the sense of unity and love we have for each other.
The Original Getaran Pertama Choir singing for the first time August 31, 1957  (Screenshot via YouTube)
Lastly, the video pays tribute to all those that have made this choir come to life.
Truly, reminiscing the true essence of patriotism.
 (Screenshot via YouTube)
Watch the video here.

To watch more feel-good Merdeka music videos, we have compiled them here.
Selamat Hari Merdeka from all of us in TRP.


Bad acne? Hereâ€™s how to get dermatological treatment at govt clinics for RM5

Acne is a common skin condition. Most people will have some form of acne at some point in their lives.
With the abundance of over-the-counter acne treatment products available today, it’s easy to forget that acne is not just a cosmetic issue but instead, an actual medical condition that very often should be treated by a physician.
The only problem is…having it treated by a professional would likely cost a bomb…right?

Ni 3 ubat yang doktor bagi. Ubat + consultation dalam Rm400. Cleanser Rm100+ , Differin Adapalene Rm50+ , Topicil Rm35 tak silap. Untuk 3 bulan tu memang pakai ni Sahaja. pic.twitter.com/TiRiQhmMC2
â€” Syameel (@sy4meel) June 23, 2019

Well, apparently not.

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Recently, Twitter user @Naahatta shared that she pays just RM5 for dermatological treatment.
Yes, RM5 including medication.

I pergi dermatologist hospital kerajaan all this ubat i dpt for free. Bayar rm5 je everytime jumpa. So be smart ppl. https://t.co/Bm7JCbeUwh
â€” Nana 🦄 (@Naahatta) June 25, 2019

She shared that she simply goes for dermatological consultation at government health clinics. She pays RM5 for consultation and the medication provided is free.

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Hereâ€™s her thread explaining how exactly you can go about this.

So procedure simple :-
1. Pergi klinik kesihatan yg berdekatan dgn rumah (cause senang nak follow up)
2. Ikut apa Dr klinik kesihatan ckp, consult dulu dgn dr klinik kesihatan cause diorg bagi ubat yg sama dgn dermatologists.
3. After more than 6 months tak ok…..
â€” Nana 🦄 (@Naahatta) June 25, 2019

Firstly, head to a government health clinic close to you. When you arrive, tell the clerk you’d like to see the doctor for acne treatment (masalah kulit).
Explain your skin problems to the doctor and discuss a treatment plan. Then, follow the treatment plan and take all those meds prescribed to you religiously.

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Then baru mintak Dr klinik kesihatan buat letter utk ke dermatologists hospital.
4. You takan dpt appointment without letter dari Dr klinik kesihatan ye. After set date for appointment (mostly you kena tunggu a month mcm tu nak tgk kekosongan dermatologists)
â€” Nana 🦄 (@Naahatta) June 25, 2019

If your acne problems persist after six months of medication, go back to the doctor and they’ll likely write a referral letter for you to see a skin specialist at a government hospital.
Tip: You can’t see a specialist at a government hospital without getting the referral letter from the clinic first.

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P/s bila pergi jumpa Dr kk or dermatologists, better jgn ckp you allergic. Better bagitahu mcm mana acne boleh jadi, you pakai apa, bgtahu very details sbb Dr nak tahu apa penyebabnya. Then if you ckp allergic bila Dr bagi ubat lain, then salahkan Dr ah 🤦🏻♀
â€” Nana 🦄 (@Naahatta) June 26, 2019

Tip: When visiting the health clinic for the first time, don’t tell them your acne is caused by an allergy if you’re not sure what the actual cause is. Give the doctor as much information as you can and let them decide the cause of your acne.
@Naahatta also posted some proof that acne dealt professionally returns excellent results!

Yassshhhh ✨✨✨ pic.twitter.com/OnlU2Xoye6
â€” Nana 🦄 (@Naahatta) June 26, 2019

Look at that skin! And for just RM5 per session, you guys!

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Twitterjaya obviously had some extra questions. Here’s some feedback from other Twitter users who have tried consultation and medication from government clinics for their acne.

Dulu pgi klinik kesihatan wpun jerawat tak teruk sgt. Dr. bagi antibiotik je. Jumpa kali ke-2 dia tanya ada perubahan ke tak. Sy cakap takde. So dia terus bagi surat utk refer pakar kat hospital. Bawa surat tu ke hospital and terus set appointment
â€” Nurrnurr Shaashaa (@NFWheee) June 25, 2019

“We’ll need a referral letter to see a dermatologist right? We can’t walk in for that? And to get a referral letter we must first go to a health clinic? But people often get stuck at the health clinic. They won’t usually refer you to a specialist. That’s why people go for private clinics and hospitals.”
“Yes. true! :)”
“Then go to a private clinic, and ask for a referral to a specialist at a government hospital. You can do that.”
“From my experience, You have two options. Either private or government clinic. If you go to private clinic for a referral letter to the govt hospital, you’ll need to pay RM30 for consultation. But if you get a referral letter from a govt clinic, you’ll only need to pay RM5.”
“Yes. But if the health clinic doctor doesnt want to give you a referral letter than you’ll have to go to a private clinic to get it.”

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“I’ve been to a health clinic too. But I only had to pay RM1. They gave me antibiotics, together with acne soap. After I finished my antibiotics, I went back to the clinic for my next check up and the doctor decided whether my treatment needed to be continued or stopped.”
“Health clinics only cost RM1 for consultation. If you see a dermatologist then you pay RM5. Whether or not you’ll need to see a dermatologist depends on whether or not the antibiotic treatment is working for your skin.”
Seems easy enough, right? Now get yourself to the health clinic and we wish you crystal clear skin in no time!


79 Schools In Selangor Ordered To Close Over Covid-19 Clusters

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In Selangor, 79 schools have been ordered to close for two days (26 April and 27 April) by the Health Ministry.

These 79 schools involve:
18 schools within the Petaling Perdana district19 schools within the Hulu Langat district15 schools within the Klang distict9 schools within the Petaling Utama district5 schools within the Hulu Selangor district2 schools within the Sepang district2 schools within the Kuala Langat district
This comes after reports that the reopening of schools contributed to a rise in Covid-19 clusters, especially among young students and teachers.
READ MORE: 83 Covid-19 Clusters Come From The Education Sector Alone, Says MOH
Current SOP states that any school with even one active Covid-19 case must be closed for 2 days to undergo sanitation procedures.
Additionally, parents have been calling for all schools to close for the time being over fears of further Covid-19 exposure.

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