Singaporean “Nasi Kandar” Looks Like Nasi Lemak, Raises Confusion On Both Sides Of Causeway

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Quick, Malaysians! Personality test! With just a glance, is this a Nasi Lemak or Nasi Kandar?

(Credit: @ahmiaokitchen / Instagram)
If you think of Nasi Lemak, you’re a fiery but loving person. If you see a Nasi Kandar, you’re a complex but outgoing person.
Kidding.
 This is not a personality test or whatever. But the picture does look like an optical illusion, right? Which one is it?
It’s a Nasi Kandar, but it looks like a Nasi Lemak
Based on the picture uploaded by an eatery in Singapore on a Facebook page called Malaysia-Singapore Border Crossers, the dish in question looks like a Nasi Lemak with its nuts, boiled eggs, anchovies and sambal.
What differs from an actual Nasi Lemak is the addition of Pappadam and Pickled Cucumbers (Acar Timun).
Customers can also choose between plain rice or turmeric rice to go with the dish at the eatery.
        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by Ah Miao’s Kitchen (@ahmiaokitchen)
Netizens were confused as well
The uploaded picture got the attention of Malaysian citizens on social media and they think the picture is a bit confusing. They were adamant that that’s Nasi Lemak, not Nasi Kandar.

Some even suggested to call it ‘Nasi Lemak Kandar’.

It’s actually a mix of the best of both worlds
However, good kudos go to the representative of the eatery for accepting all the backlash and remaining calm. He apologized if the picture of their menu is misleading.
He also emphasized that their eatery, in fact, focuses on fusion food. Hence, it’s not 100% Nasi Kandar. They even started their business by selling Nasi Lemak. They just wanna serve their customers something unique and different. And that is how they come up with the fusion of both Malaysian dishes.

The owner is in fact a Penangite!
(Credit: Seth Lui)
According to a report on Seth Lui, the eatery called Ah Miao’s Kitchen that sells the so-called Nasi Kandar is owned by a woman named Colyn who originated from Penang.
She even shared her inspiration behind the unique dish.
I’m from Penang and I love nasi kandar but I realise it’s still relatively new in Singapore. So, I decided to fuse both dishes and start from nasi lemak. Customers have the option to pair their nasi lemak with a medley of gravies or with sambal. Most of the time, customers will only choose sambal but since I’ve opened, a lot (of people) have been coming back for the former.Colyn, owner of Ah Miao’s Kitchen
READ MORE: Did You Know That Nasi Kandar Literally Meant Rice Carried On A Pole?
READ MORE: Japan’s 1st Nasi Kandar Store In Tokyo Is ALWAYS Sold Out

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PDRM Waiting On Thailand To Extradite Nur Sajat

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The police have sent a request to extradite wanted cosmetics entrepreneur Nur Sajat Kamaruzzaman from Thailand, according to Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department Director Datuk Seri Abd Jalil Hassan.

Berita Harian quoted Abd Jalil who mentioned that applications have been sent to both Thai and Australian authorities to bring her back to Malaysia.
Based on reports, Sajat originally planned to migrate to Australia after managing to flee the country to Thailand.
The application process for Sajat’s extradition has been completed and has been sent to the Thai authorities and a third country, Australia. Currently, we are waiting for further decisions from the Thai authorities and third country before the process of bringing Sajat back is done.Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department Director Datuk Seri Abd Jalil Hassan
Abd Jalil added that if there are no problems, the process of bringing Sajat back will be implemented according to international legal channels.
READ MORE: Sajat Found At Luxury Condo In Thailand After Evading Malaysian Religious Authorities
Police will continue the repatriation process as Malaysia and Thailand are bound by a treaty that allows the process to repatriate wanted persons or wanted criminals to be carried out. This application will be made in the near future but it depends on the country whether it will meet our request or not.Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department Director Datuk Seri Abd Jalil Hassan
Based on reports, the entrepreneur applied for a refugee card from the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) to obtain permission to migrate to Australia, and is waiting for approval.
Sajat decided to flee the country after the Selangor Islamic Religious Department (JAIS) reportedly tried to charge her in court.
READ MORE: Sajat Vs JAIS – Here’s A TLDR Of The Drama Surrounding The Arrest

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Empower! It’s Time To Normalise That Time Of Month

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Dirty, disgust, shame, even fear are some words that have been associated with a woman’s period.

The history of menstrual taboos has been around for a long time and across nearly all cultures. Many of the world’s major religions refer to a menstruating woman as “unclean” and suggest isolation during that time of the month.
Unfortunately, the stigma continues to manifest. And with stigma, comes the embarrassment and silence that harms women.
100 years on and brands still struggle to market and embrace periods
The world’s biggest feminine care brands, Kotex and Tampax, have been trying to market their products for around 100 years and still struggle to break the taboo of periods.
In a visual feature by marketing and advertising industry publication Campaign Asia, marketing feminine care was steeped in euphemisms that play into the shame and embarrassment.
(Credit: Campaign Asia)
For example, a Tampax ad from 1936 marketed tampons as devices “worn internally”.
The vagueness in feminine care marketing continued decades on using phrases like “in complete comfort”, “free yourself to be yourself”, “save your beach day” referring to a woman’s period.
It wasn’t until 1985 where our very own friend Courtney Cox used the word “period” in a TV commercial.

Thanks to Monica Courtney, all the elusive phrases finally revealed a name.
As ground-breaking as it was at the time, girls are still reluctant to talk about periods.
Normalising periods one emoji at a time
The lack of conversation about periods has resulted in what is called ‘period poverty’.
Period poverty is defined as having a lack of access to sanitary products due to financial constraints. It even has a direct link with self-perception and mental health.
In Malaysia for example, an average pack of 16 sanitary pads costs around RM10 and a pack of 16 tampons costs RM28.
Although menstruation is a natural biological function for girls once they reach puberty, period products are not often regarded as a basic necessity which means a family whose income has been hit by the pandemic will likely disregard it as the priority is to put food on the table first.
In an effort to end the shame and eradicate period poverty, an addition to the emoji library was made through an online vote by Plan International UK in 2017 for what a period-themed emoji should look like.
Two years later in 2019, the winning emoji – a red droplet symbol – was launched.

Lucy Russell, head of girls’ rights and youth at Plan International UK, told the BBC that the silence around periods has had “a negative impact on girls – girls feel embarrassed to talk about their periods, they’re missing out, and they can suffer health implications as a consequence”.
Why do we need to talk about menstruation?
Being a young girl myself once, periods can be embarrassing to discuss.
Imagine being 12 and asking your father for money to buy pads. At that age, you don’t even dare to tell him who you’re crushing on at school.
In summary, communication and proper knowledge are vital for girls to be able to talk to their families so that they are properly cared for.
It’s time to empower
Popular menstrual hygiene brand Kotex Malaysia has launched their #SheCan campaign to empower high school girls all over Malaysia to manage their periods with dignity.
The aim is to educate 100,000 high school girls in 100 schools about the importance of menstrual hygiene, mental health and body positivity, in a bid to help fight period stereotypes within society.
For far too long, girls have had their aspirations and goals hindered because of their periods. As a brand that champion’s women’s progress, it is our priority to help put an end to this stigma. Building on the success of the Kotex Hygiene Talks in 2020 and the theme of this year’s Menstrual Hygiene Day, we want to help break the silence and stigma around menstruation. More importantly, we want to support today’s high school girls on their journey to become tomorrow’s generation of confident women,– Radhika Agarwal, Marketing Manager for Kimberly-Clark Malaysia
Play games and learn
Kotex Malaysia has built a microsite that gamifies as a way to engage today’s digital-first generation of girls.
They have engaged with influencers Cupcake Aisyah and Kashika Selvam  to share their period experiences within different levels of the game itself.
Through the collaboration with these influencers, who resonate strongly with the current generation, Kotex aims to break the stigma about periods and educate young girls on the importance of talking about these issues openly.
If you or a friend or family member want to join in on breaking period stigmas, visit the #SheCan website at www.kotexshecanproject.com.

The campaign is recognised by the Ministry of Education (MoE) and by participating in all three game levels, you could win your high school a share of the RM100,000 Kotex #SheCanFund which would go into building better learning facilities like e-learning equipment.
Additionally, high school girls from participating schools will also receive free sanitary products to further highlight the importance of period hygiene.

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How Is Malaysia’s Prime Minister Actually Chosen?

Up till the last General Election, Malaysia’s Prime Minister had always been the leader of the largest political party.
Before 2018, that would have been the president of Barisan Nasional/Umno.
In GE14 Pakatan Harapan chairman Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad returned as Prime Minister even though his party, PPBM, only won 12 seats.
In comparison, 4 parties won bigger: BN had won 79 seats, PKR had 48, DAP had 42, and PAS had 18.
PPBM was a relatively small party at the conclusion of GE14.(Pic Credit: The Star)
So how did Dr Mahathir become Prime Minister?
You see, Malaysia follows the Westminster Parliamentary System and according to the official rules, political parties and coalitions don’t matter.
The Prime Minister is actually whichever member of parliament (MP) has the most support among the other members of parliament.
In a two party system like Malaysia, that would mean they need more than half the MPs to support them; 112 out of the 222 seats, though a bigger margin would be more stabilising.
Pic Credit:  DannyG15 via Wikipedia Commons
So, in reality, if MPs vote across party and coalition lines, they can appoint or remove, or even keep, any Prime Minister they want.
But MPs in Malaysia rarely do so because they almost always contest in elections as members a political party.
It was previously quite rare for a Malaysian politician to leave their party and earn the nickname of “frog” but since GE14, there have been many MPs switching sides.
With BN component parties going independent and MPs defecting from Umno and possibly even other parties, it’s practically raining frogs.
Changes to Malaysia’s Parliament as of Jan 2020.(Pic Credit: Wikipedia)


Covid-19 Self Test MUST Be Done 1-2 Hours Before Gathering, Not Earlier

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The government has only recently announced that year-end festivities and gatherings are limited to only small family groups, not large mass parties.

Additionally, every attendee must conduct a Covid-19 self-test before the gathering, which (naturally) must show negative.
READ MORE: Only Small Family Gatherings Allowed For Year-End Holidays, Covid-19 Self-Test Mandatory
Omicron variant incubates much faster
Billy Quilty, a infectious disease epidemiologist based in London, took to Twitter to showcase exactly how fast the infection sets in.
A demo of how fast you can turn positive:Yesterday morning, yesterday lunchtime, yesterday evening, this morning.Do LFTs *just* before meeting up. pic.twitter.com/3zM2rDkoa7— Billy Quilty (@BQuilty) December 16, 2021
In the Tweet, he shows 4 self-test kits, each taken just mere hours apart.
The first was taken in the morning, the second at lunchtime, the third in the evening. The fourth was taken in the morning the next day, which showed a clear positive line.
Within 12 hours, Billy’s test results went from negative to positive: if he had merely taken the test the morning before a gathering, he could have been spreading the virus unknowingly to everyone who attended it.
Hence, he urges everyone to only do their self-test right before leaving for a gathering.
THE THIRD TEST IS POSITIVE.ANY FAINT LINE ON “T” MEANS POSITIVE. https://t.co/mK1yJamrDA— Jonathan Mesiano-Crookston🌬🔅 @/#COVIDisAirborne (@jmcrookston) December 16, 2021
However, sharp-eyed Twitter users have noted that the third test as shown in the image does actually show a positive result as there is a very faint line of red if you look carefully.
The test already has detected the proteins, and test kit instructions note that ANY LINE, no matter how faint, is considered a positive result.
Have a few of the self-test kits at home this festive season.(Credit: Malay Mail)
Self-test 1-2 hours before, no earlier
New findings show that the Omicron variant have a much shorter incubation period than previous strains, meaning that they show infectivity much quicker.
Essentially, this also means that self-tests taken 1 or 2 days before an event are no longer enough.
While previously self-test kits can be taken a day before, it is now encouraged to do the self-test a mere 1-2 hours before the event for the most accurate result.
This is particularly important for the upcoming festivities to prevent an outbreak.

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Singaporean Teacher Still Held For Questioning After Viral Abuse Video

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Recently, a special needs teacher in Ampang, Selangor was arrested after she was allegedly caught abusing a six-year-old boy diagnosed with autism, on CCTV.

The case was apparently made public by the boy’s father, Tengku Aminuddin Shafiq, who found injuries on his son’s body.
“The incident which happened on the 1 October 2021, was truly unacceptable and we have lost trust in placing our child in the care of the centre,” wrote the father on Facebook.
He went on to explain that prior to the incident, he had already noticed that his son would have bruises on his face and body when returning home from school, but never made a big deal out of it – thinking that his son was only a bit hyperactive during the day.
Footage of the incident shared by the father saw the teacher disciplining the child rather forcefully after he was said to have refused to finish his meal.
After picking him back from school, when we saw these marks on my son’s back, we knew for sure that these were not caused by him, couldn’t have been caused by him, this was forced on him. Your justification on my son not wanting to eat is not acceptable or sufficient to support the way you treated him.Tengku Aminuddin Shafiq via Facebook

According to police, the 51-year-old Singaporean suspect who is also the founder of the childcare centre is being investigated for child abuse as well as overstaying here in Malaysia.
Apparently, the centre’s licence or permit to operate was also found to be expired.
The remand period for the suspect, who is also the manager of the childcare centre, will be extended for another three days till 8 October.Ampang Jaya Police Chief Mohamad Farouk Eshak via Kosmo.
The case was being investigated under Section 31 (1) (a) of the Child Act 2001 (Act 611) for child abuse and ill-treatment, and Section 15 (1) of the Immigration Act 1959/63 (Act 115) for unlawfully being in the country.
The issue also managed to catch the attention of Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Rina Harun who say that action can be taken against the childcare centre by the Welfare Department (JKM) under the Care Centers Act 1993 (Act 506).
The minister said that authorities could move to confiscate or compound the childcare centre besides mentioning that psychosocial intervention, as well as counselling, will also be provided to the parents and the child involved.

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Tempoh reman wanita dera kanak-kanak autisme disambung
Woman flings, shoves boy with autism at Selangor learning center (Video)
JKM diarah ambil tindakan kes pusat jagaan dera anak autisme


Penang Reclamation Plans Scaled Down, More Funds For State LRT – PM

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The Malaysian federal government has announced an injection of additional funds for the construction of the Penang Light Rail Transit (LRT) project, Malaysiakini reported.

The project has faced funding challenges in the past, with insufficient funds allocated by the previous government, according to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Speaking at the Malaysia Madani Aidilfitri Open House yesterday, he said, “I will also hold a discussion with the state government in the next one or two weeks to find a suitable approach to bear the high cost of LRT construction.”
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The LRT project is one of the main components of the Penang Transport Master Plan (PTMP), which aims to alleviate traffic congestion in the state. The plan involves the construction of an LRT line connecting Bayan Lepas and Komtar.
Anwar expressed hope that the project would ease the state’s traffic congestion, saying, “We have LRT, MRT and monorail in the Klang Valley…why can’t we introduce it to the second largest city in our country?”
Last Sunday, Anwar said he had heard the feedback of locals and fishermen on Penang Island’s southern coast, where the reclamation of three islands is to take place.
“To address the issues around the island reclamation, the project will be reviewed so its scope can be reduced,” he said.
The Penang Southern Island (PSI) project will reclaim a total of 1,821 hectares, over an area of 17 square kilometres, off the southern coast of Penang island between Permatang Damar Laut and Gertak Sanggul.
The decision is expected to counteract dissatisfaction over the environmental impact of the massive Penang South Islands reclamation project.
Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook has also welcomed the government’s announcement, saying that a decision in principle has been made to implement the project.
However, he emphasized the need to discuss the financing model and mechanism in detail. “Whether through funds from development or off budget or the financing method through PPP (Public-Private Partnership), we need further details,” he said.
The federal government’s move to fund the LRT project is expected to be a significant boost to the PTMP’s efforts to improve transportation in Penang.

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[Watch] Kuala Lumpur-Karak Highway Congested For 30KM, It Takes Almost 8 Hours From KL To Kuantan

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Traffic on the Kuala Lumpur-Karak Highway (KLK) recorded 30.7 kilometres of congestion as Hari Raya approached.
On Sunday, the traffic snarl started from the Gombak Toll Plaza to KM50.5 Genting Sempah at 8.17 am due to the increase in vehicles heading east.
  @azwadibuhari penangan 2 tahun xbalik raya. #raya #jammed #lebuhrayakarak #karaoke #mekardijiwa ♬ original sound  – Azwadi Buhari
Malaysian Highway Authority and PlusTrafik said that congestion also occurred on the Middle Ring Road 2 (MRR2) towards the Gombak Toll Plaza.
Meanwhile, traffic flow on several highways and major northbound routes was also congested as of Sunday morning, including the road from Sungkai to Gopeng, which recorded congestion of 27km.
10.06am KL-Karak@E8: Trafik sesak :– Dari MRR2 hingga TP Gombak– 23.1KM dari TP Gombak – Km 42.9 (Gbk – Gtg.Sempah)– 3.4KM dari Km 47.0 – Km 50.4 (Bkt Tinggi – Lentang)**berikutan pertambahan kenderaan hala ke Timur@LLMinfotrafik— GMBK-KARAK-KTN-JABOR (@LPTTrafik) May 1, 2022
9.50am🔹DUKE@E33 : Trafik perlahan selepas Bandar Dalam ke Greenwood terus ke lebuhraya KL-KARAK.Hati-hati memandu pandulah dengan berhemah. pic.twitter.com/sWHtp5lMvY— LLM Trafik 🇲🇾 (@LLMinfotrafik) May 1, 2022
Rush Hour
Also experiencing congestion is the northbound route from Behrang to Sungkai, which recorded a congested traffic flow of 20km.
Meanwhile, the northbound flow from Sungai Buloh to Sungai Buaya is 19km long.
Southbound traffic on Sunday morning moved slowly for two kilometres from Putra Mahkota to Nilai and at Nilai Utara location to RnR Seremban.
Northbound traffic from North Senai to Kulai moved slowly for 2.6KM.
10.12am🔹PLUS@E2 : Trafik perlahan di lokasi;➡ Arah Selatan▪9.8 km dari Putra Mahkota ke RnR Seremban▪12 km dari Seremban ke RnR Senawang ➡ Arah Utara▪5.5 km Skudai ke Kulai.Hati-hati memandu. pic.twitter.com/xzzpHlVl5j— LLM Trafik 🇲🇾 (@LLMinfotrafik) May 1, 2022
The public can get the latest traffic information via the Plusline toll-free line at 1800-88-0000 and the Twitter page at www.twitter.com/plustrafik or the LLM line at 1-800-88-7752 as well as the Twitter page at www.twitter.com/LLMinfotrafik
Sharing Is Caring
Netizens have taken to social media to share their ‘balik kampung’ experience.
Twitter user @Emeer_Iskandar left home in the wee hours of the morning from Kota Damansara to Kuantan.
The journey, which should have taken 3 to 4 hours at most, took almost 8 hours.
Kota Damansara to Kuantan..Balik kampung 😁Gerak 2.30 pagi sampai rumah 10 pagi. Huhu.. Jem terokkk karak highway & LPT highway…Alhamdulillah. Dah selamat sampai rumah.Home Sweet Home 🏡 pic.twitter.com/e0hw2CCRWz— Emeer Bakri ®™ (@Emeer_Iskandar) April 30, 2022
Others took the opportunity to wish flew road users a safe journey and remind them to be patient and drive safe.
The desire to balik kampung is understandable, as Covid-19 lockdowns had prevented people from doing so for two years.
KL – Karak Highway masih jem teruk yea setakat jam 11:15 am. Orang Kuantan & Pantai Timur hati-hati memandu 🤗 @KuantanTV pic.twitter.com/S973BRMPFL— J U J U E (@JueNellySandra) April 30, 2022
Safety First
Motor vehicle crash deaths and injuries can be prevented.
Always to buckle up and drive at safe speeds.
Never drive impaired to help everyone stay safe on the road during the holiday season.
Avoid distractions while driving, such as using your cell phone to text, email, or access social media.
Sending or reading a text takes your eyes off the road for at least five seconds.
Check the weather conditions before you head out on the road. Make sure to drive at a speed that is safe for road and weather conditions.
Ibu, bayi 2 bulan maut dalam kemalangan https://t.co/8PpJHpnrii— Portal Berita MyKMU (@MyKMUnet) April 30, 2022

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TikTok Teacher Issues Public Apology, Says Video Was Sponsored Content

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A Malaysian schoolteacher, who’s also a popular content creator on TikTok, got into trouble after posting a video showing her “spot-checking” her students’ bags.

The issue was raised when a Twitter user @amuse_gueule uploaded the teacher’s video online and it garnered largely negative reactions from netizens.
In the video, the teacher named Shi Qi or qiwiie on TikTok opened her students’ bags during a spot-check. Shi Qi also took out a pack of gummy candy from a student’s bag and ate two candies from it.
Netizens criticised her for violating her students’ privacy by using them as content subjects and for opening their bags without permission.
While some supported Shi Qi, others believe there should be a line drawn between content creation and teaching.
A parent also asked @amuse_gueule to remove the post containing the picture of her child as she didn’t give consent to the Twitter user to spread the image. The parent said she only gave consent to Shi Qi to make a video with her daughter.
I am the mother of the girl in your screenshot. I do not consent to you spreading her photo on your twitter. I gave consent to Ms Shi Qi to make a video with her but not for you to spread this picture. I will give you 12 hours to take it down before I take it to court.— nurhidayahhm (@nurhidayah65446) June 20, 2023
Shi Qi issued a public apology
Due to the growing backlash, Shi Qi removed the video and other videos that involved her students as well.
She also posted a public apology on her social media and clarified that the “spot-check” video was sponsored content.

I would like to apologise to the parents and individuals who were offended by a recent video I posted. I am really sorry. The video was sponsored content. It was filmed during break time and I placed the gummies into the bags before the shoot. I looked through the student’s bags, took out a gummy and ate it.
Shi Qi
She said there were no students in the video and she usually sought parental consent before including any student in her videos.
However, she admitted that she didn’t ask for permission when she opened the school bags as they were used as props.

This is an oversight and my fault, which I deeply regret.
Shi Qi
Shi Qi said she took down the video 20 minutes after it was posted, but copies of the video were already making rounds online, Malay Mail reported.
The issue came to the attention of Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek who said the ministry will consider appropriate intervention measures or actions if a complaint is lodged.
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There Are 2 Ways To Renew Your Maybank Debit Card. Here’s How To Do It.

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Recently, a viral TikTok video showed Malaysians how to change their expired Maybank cards conveniently using a debit card kiosk in certain locations (so far the majority of the kiosks are in KL though).

These kiosks have been around for some time but some people are just getting to know about it.
For those who are new to using Maybank, the bank allows customers to renew their debit cards online via Maybank2u or through these kiosks so there’s no need to be part of a long queue at banks anymore.
Here’s how to do it.
Renewing card via Kiosks
Look for the nearest kiosk to you from this website.Choose your preferred language.Insert your expired debit card into the kiosk and enter the PIN.Choose the card design you like.Place your identification card (IC) into the slot labelled “MyKad” on the machine.Place your thumb on the scanner.Wait for the machine to process your details.Remember to retrieve your new debit card. You can choose to print the receipt of your transaction too.
  @ejal.asv Aku je ke baru tahu wey 😌 #fypシ #fyp #foryou #fypage #viral #fypppppppppppppp ♬ Horror atmosphere piano & SE. – Kohrogi
Renewing card via Maybank2u
Log in to Maybank2uGo to ‘Settings’Select ‘Cards’Under ‘Manage Debit Cards,’ go to ‘Debit Card- Replace, Activate & Block’ and select ‘Replace Card’Follow the instructions and click ‘Submit’Wait for your new card to be delivered to your house.
Which method is better?
Both methods are convenient but it also depends on what you need.
If you urgently need to get your hands on a new debit card, renewing your card via the kiosk is the fastest way. However, the number of kiosks are limited for those living outside Kuala Lumpur.
If you renew your card via Maybank2u, you’ll have to wait for your card to be delivered to your house.

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9 things curly haired M’sians are tired of hearing

As someone who was born with naturally curly hair, this writer has had their fair share of experiences with people who don’t have much knowledge of curly hair. Some questions and statements are reasonable, others are downright rude and unnecessary.

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Hopefully our fellow curly-headed Malaysians (cause Malaysian curly is its own thing) will relate to these phrases, as some are all to familiar. The struggle of having curly hair is real, you guys.
1. Itâ€™s so messy. Why donâ€™t you straighten it?
Because why would we change something that looks so fabulous?

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2. Why donâ€™t you comb/brush your hair?
Because we donâ€™t plan on making Mufasa from The Lion King our inspired look.

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3. Is it natural?
Straight haired people legit never get asked this question. Why would you ask us curly haired folks this?

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4. Your hair is so big
Your hair so flat.

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5. If you cut short confirm become afro right?
No. Malaysian curly hair is very different from the type of curly hair that becomes afros.
This, Malaysian curly:

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A post shared by nalisa alia amin 🧿 (@nalisaliamin) on Mar 6, 2019 at 10:05pm PST

This, afro curly:

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A post shared by Salimar 🦋 (@salimar._) on Jul 24, 2019 at 5:31am PDT

See, different.
6. I thought you were hantu
I thought you were pontianak.
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7. Your hair reminds me of Maggi mee
Your hair reminds me of uncooked spaghetti.
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8.Can I touch it?
No. You can’t.

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9. You hair is very frizzy
Excuse me. Thatâ€™s what baby hair looks like when itâ€™s curly. Of course the short ones will look scraggly and stick out. This isnâ€™t frizz!

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BTW, did you guys know that people in foreign countries actually purchase weaves made out of Malaysian curly hair?
A quick search on Pinterest shows curly headed African American women sporting some familiar curls. In the captions are tags of online stores where people can purchase these weaves.

So, if anyone out there ever makes fun of your curly hair, flip that mane and tell them that people pay good money for these curls.

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You Can Watch A Classical Orchestra Show For Only RM30 At Istana Budaya Starting Next Month

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As part of the National Symphony Orchestra’s (NSO/OSK) 30th anniversary, they’re going to be performing classical orchestra hits during the Celebration of Classical Music Lambang Sari Series 2023.

 There will be four performances featuring the greatest Western music compositions, spread over several months from July until November.
You wanna know the best part about it? The tickets are ONLY RM30!
Exquisite performances at Rahmah prices
Yes, you heard that right, RM30 and you can choose whatever seats you want. That’s utterly cheap for an orchestra performance playing symphonic music from Mozart and Bach to Tchaikovsky and Mendelssohn.
(Credit: Istana Budaya / Facebook)
Usually, the cheapest tickets you can get for these kinda shows is RM180 so Malaysians are in for a treat these upcoming months. Istana Budaya (IB) wants everyone from all walks of life to be able to witness this lavish experience that the upper class usually appreciates.
Istana Budaya director-general Zubaidah Mukhtar said, “We would like to fulfil the wishes of the government for the people to enjoy tickets at reasonable prices or Rahmah prices in addition to celebrating the 30th anniversary of the National Symphony Orchestra (OSK).”

Usually the cheapest price for an orchestra concert ticket is around RM180, but we want to give all sections of society exposure (to classical music). Despite the low ticket price, the performance quality remains top-notch.
Zubaidah Mukhtar, Istana Budaya Director-General
The show will feature different soloists for each performance which consists of 25 OSK musicians and 10 guest musicians. Some of the compositions they will perform are from legendary composers such as:

Bach
Mendelssohn
Dittersdorf
Josef Suk
Reinecke
Mozart
Tchaikovsky

National Symphony Orchestra (OSK) during their performance with Italian soloist Domenico Nordio last March at IB. (Credit: Istana Budaya / Facebook)

The details of their performances are as follows:

First Show – 8 July, 8.30 pm Soloist – Foo Chie Haur (Flute)
Second Show – 9 September, 8.30 pm Soloist – Bryan Lee Kit Meng (Harp)
Third Show – 21 October, 8.30 pm  Soloist – TBA
Fourth Show – 18 November, 8.30 pm Soloist – Celestine Yoong (Piano)

Accommodating up to 1,300 audience members in the Panggung Sari, IB recommends getting the promotional RM100 package for all 4 different shows to get the ultimate classical experience. However, bundle tickets can only be bought at their box office counter this July from 3 to 8 July.
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You can directly get the tickets for separate shows here. So far, their 8 July performance is sold out, so you can browse their next shows in September, October and November. Every seat is priced at RM30 so get the middle seats fast as they have the best view.
For more info, you can follow Istana Budaya on their website, Facebook and Instagram.

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“Going To Die Already” Sign At Melaka Eatery Turns Heads

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A Penang food restaurant in Melaka has sought a clever marketing tactic that is simple and to the point.

I Love PG, Penang Street Food, located along Jalan Tengkera, has placed a sign that bluntly states:
“Please Support Us!! Going To Die Already…” accompanied with a blue upside-down prawn who may have already met his fate with x’s drawn in his eyes.
The ingenious plan has already attracted foodies to the outlet, and even petrol station Caltex in Bachang has featured them on their page to call for support.
In a report by The Star, the owner of the shop Anna Lee, came up with the idea to encourage motorists to stop and pack food. The banner also attracted customers from nearby.
Many flavours, one Malaysia
Lee has said to have ventured into the food business using her in-law’s Penang style menu. She learned to prepare the dishes from her father-in-law before renting a shop in Melaka and employ locals to start the business.
Lee goes on to say that her ingredients are sourced directly from Penang to preserve the authenticity of the dishes – something every foodie would appreciate.
A Local Guide in Google’s community of explorers wrote a review that describes the food at I Love PG, Penang Street Food as “quite good, very close to Penang’s flavours.” While overall, the food has been described as “yummy” and “delicious” with a 4.8/5 stars on Google Reviews.
Helping businesses to help the needy
Meanwhile, Kota Laksamana assemblyman Low Chee Leong has said he would help food operators along the street by packing food items and giving them to the needy. He will do this twice weekly in a bid to help businesses and stated that many food outlets in his constituency have managed to stay afloat despite the reduced business during the lockdown.

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Dr Noor Hisham Croons Cantonese Song “Shanghai Bund”, Wins Hearts All Over

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It came as a surprise to many people when Health Director-General Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah can croon out a tune in Cantonese flawlessly.

Recently, an old video clip resurfaced of Dr Noor Hisham singing the classic Cantopop song Shanghai Bund (Seung Hoi Tan) by Frances Yip, from the popular TV drama series The Bund from the 1980s.
In the clip, Dr Noor Hisham is seen wearing a suit and tie, looking like he’s about to tell us the next record-breaking number of new Covid-19 cases in Malaysia.

Instead, he croons out the song without even needing to look at the lyrics!
The video was filmed at the 67th session of the World Health Organization Regional Committee for the Western Pacific in Manila, Philippines in 2016.
Dr Noor Hisham was actually born to a Chinese family, and then adopted by a Malay ustaz. Later on, he changed his name to Noor Hisham Abullah when he got married. His early family history probably explains why he can croon out Cantopop songs so easily!

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CIMB Counter-Sues 12 Customers For Duplicate Credit Errors, Wants RM1.39 Million

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CIMB has filed a counter-suit against 12 parties who sued the bank for what it described as a “statement of claim” due to processing errors that caused their accounts to be frozen and in debt.

In a suit filed in court on 30 March, the bank also wanted an order issued for all 12 people to repay a total of RM1.39 million.
The amount was for the money inadvertently credited into their accounts, as well as additional interest.
No Technology Is Perfect
The problem started when there were processing errors by remittance services, said CIMB, resulted in funds transfers made to customers being credited twice.
In January, a “postponement of operations” had been made on the affected accounts.
After much uproar including threats of boycott by consumers, it was later withdrawn on 13 February. However, it did not specify how many accounts were affected.

In response, the bank accounts were frozen as the bank seeks to recover the duplicate amount.
READ MORE: 100 Bank Customers Demand That Their Accounts Be Unfrozen
Fighting Back
However, on 28 Feb, 12 affected account holders filed a suit against the bank.
The customers reasoned that they should not be held responsible for what they see as the bank’s mistake.
News portal FMT cited CIMB as saying in a statement of defense that it did not breach any contract with its account holders.
The bank said it has the right to debit or withhold any account at their discretion-as it was part of the terms and conditions agreed by the customer.
In accordance with the stipulated contract, the bank is allowed to recover duplicated money legally.
CIMB said as a result of the duplicate credit, the account holders had obtained a “statement of claim” at the bank’s expense.
The bank added that the 12 plaintiffs should have informed the bank when additional duplicate funds were transferred into their accounts.
Plaintiffs receive funds in their respective accounts and or make withdrawals of funds in excess of the amount of duplicate credit received by each plaintiff. Plaintiff also received, enjoyed and took advantage through duplicate credits that were mistakenly credited into plaintiff’s account due to unintentional MoneySend transfer processing errors as per the appealCIMB’ defence statement in counter-suing the its customers.
Meanwhile, Former Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department Datuk Mohd Zaid Ibrahim said Bank Negara Malaysia should step in to assist the affected account holders who are being counter-sued.
The lawyer said the individuals would be at a disadvantage given the resources at the disposal of the bank.
Has CIMB tried to meet up with the customers to resolve this? No. Or is it okay for @CIMBMalaysia to simply unilaterally freeze the accounts and deduct the excess?— Zaid Ibrahim (@zaidibrahim) April 3, 2022
(thread) 🧵@BNM_official must try to be helpful in helping thousands of @CIMBMalaysia customers who are now being sued by the billion dollar bank. These customers somehow received extra payments from CIMB, due to an error in their own remittance system.— Zaid Ibrahim (@zaidibrahim) April 3, 2022

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BMW Launches Brand New SUV, The iX1 xDrive30 M Sport

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At the recent Malaysia Autoshow 2023, Bayerische Motoren Werke AG (BMW) launched its first ever Sport SUV, the iX1 xDrive30 M Sport, kicking off the line-up of electric vehicles (EV) unveiled at the event.

Pics by Keran Raj Harideran/TRP
This vehicle has a compact electrically excited synchronous motor (EESM) on each axle and puts out a total of 313 hp along with 494 Nm of torque.
According to BMW, this all-electric vehicle can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in just 5.6 seconds, however the top speed of the iX1 V-max is limited to 180 km/h electronically in order to preserve the battery life.
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A substantial 64.7-kWh battery pack that uses raw materials from sustainably managed raw material powers this powertrain system and offers a maximum travel range of 440 km on a single charge.
The iX1 can go from 10% to 80% in just 29 minutes thanks to its support for DC fast charging rates of up to 130 kW.
Additionally, the iX1 enables standard AC charging at a rate of 11 kW, exactly like other EVs. This makes it perfect for overnight charging at home using a dedicated wallbox charger.
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Moreover, the Flexible Fast Charger and a Mode 3 charging cable are included as standard equipment, providing a variety of charging options.
BMW has always emphasised the driving experience and to prove this, the Adaptive M Suspension, which comes standard, automatically adjusts to driving circumstances and driving styles for excellent ride comfort and better long-distance performance.
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The iX1 despite being a new launch, still resembles the X1, with a few small modifications.
For instance, the iX1 sports blue-hue trimmings at the exterior sections including the front bumper and grille, side skirts, as well as the rear ‘diffuser’.
Pics by Keran Raj Harideran/TRP
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However, the addition of the M Sport package equips the iX1 with several sporty features, including the sporty 19-inch M light alloy wheels in double-spoke style, finished in 871 M Bicolour, M badges on both front fenders, M high-gloss Shadowline, and chrome front grille surround with aluminium-finished grille slats.
As for the interior of the car, the iX1 is equipped with the most recent BMW Curved Display layout, which consists of a driver’s display measuring 10.25 inches and a bigger infotainment display measuring 10.7 inches. Both displays run the most recent BMW OS8 and come with BMW Live Cockpit Professional as standard.
Drivers will also receive a customised BMW Heads-Up Display (HUD) in addition to a leather M steering wheel with numerous media and driving-related controls mounted on it. The latter is a part of the M Sport package.
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A certain Harman Kardon Hi-Fi audio system and the BMW Live Cockpit Professional with Augmented View are also included in the iX1 and comes as standard.
Despite being in the compact SUV category, the iX1 has a roomy interior and ample cargo room. The boot has a capacity of 490 litres but can be increased to 1,495 litres simply by folding the rear passenger seats.
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The brand-new BMW iX1 costs RM285,800 and is now available for pre-order through BMW Malaysia’s official website or any of its licenced dealers.
There are up to six exterior and three interior colour variants to pick from. This comes with an optional 8-year or 160,000 KM EV battery guarantee in addition to the regular 5-year unlimited mileage vehicle warranty with free scheduled service programme.
If you choose the BMW Group Malaysia Premium Ownership option, you will have access to BMW Services Online, the BMW Group Loyalty+ Mobile App with BMW Privilege Card, and BMW Roadside Assistance and Accident Hotline.

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Congestion Charges On Vehicles Entering KL Being Studied, Says Wee Ka Siong

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The government is looking at the feasibility of congestion charges on vehicles entering Kuala Lumpur.
If all goes well, the congestion charges will be implemented after the public transport network system is completed by 2030, said Transport Minister Datuk Seri Wee Ka Siong.
He said such a system has already being implemented in major cities around the world with exceptions being given to electric vehicles.
We will look at the payment structure for vehicles entering the city once the public transport network system is complete. Transport Minister Datuk Seri Wee Ka Siong on the proposal to implement congestion charges for KL.
Wee added that congestion charges is also good for the environment by reducing carbon emissions.
The Ayer Hitam MP was replying to an additional question from Lembah Pantai MP Fahmi Fadzil.
Fahmi had asked if the government plan to impose congestion fees on vehicles entering Kuala Lumpur after the Mass Rapid Transit 3 (MRT3) project is completed.
What Is A Congestion Charge
The congestion charge is a daily levy imposed on drivers choosing to drive within a certain part of a city.
Drivers can pay the charge in advance or on the day of travel.
The scheme is usually monitored by cameras on roads across the congestion charge zone.
Besides reducing traffic congestion, the aim is also to improve bus services and encourage motorists to use public transport instead of their cars.
Opinions are divided among netizens on the feasibility of a congestion charge for KL.
Many feel that it would only hurt the economy by imposing extra charges on the people.
Others said it is nothing more than another revenue generator for the government.

Netizens also pointed out that KL’s public infrastructure has much to improve when compared to major cities around the world such as London.
At the same time, some are just plain sceptical with ideas coming from politicians.
What KL need is not MRT3.We need 4,000 more buses ~dedicated bus lanes,some BRT corridors comprehensive good frequency coverage (everyone getting a reliable bus service within 400 m of home & office)Cost only a fraction of MRT3 with money to spare for other more critical needs pic.twitter.com/3PfJmtw9iF— khalid karim STOP MRT3 (@khalidkarim) March 15, 2022

There are also concerns that the fee would increase over time, as what is happening in London.

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The Last Piece Of KL’s Transit System Jigsaw Puzzle
Earlier, Wee said the MRT3, which was approved by the Cabinet on March 4, was expected to be completed by 2030.
The first phase is expected to open to the public as early as Dec 2028 subject to the land acquisition process.
The 51km MRT3 line will comprise 39km passing through Kuala Lumpur and the remaining 12km line in Selangor.
Wee added that the project was financed hybrid through sukuk, government co-guarantee and deferred payment financing.
The route will bypass the existing rail system, including MRT1, MRT2, Light Rail Transit, KL Monorail and KTM, with 10 new interchange stations.
As much as 80% of the routes are multi-storey while the remaining 20% are underground routes.Transport Minister Datuk Seri Wee Ka Siong on the routes of MRT3.
The MRT Corp just proposed another alignment to the goverment today for the MRT3 Circle Line.Dubbed as the final piece of KL public transport connectivity, the tendel will be open on May 2022, construction works targeted to start on quarter one 2023. pic.twitter.com/lCFtBGtceA— 히카리 히다얏 (@mnhidayatfisal) March 15, 2022

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Stern Action On SOP Flouters, Those Travelling Interstate Without Valid Reasons

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Once the clock hits 12.01 am tonighty, the Police will no longer compromise and will take stern action on Covid-19 SOP flouters, said Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Abdul Hamid Bador.

It’s reported by The Star that the duties of the police force remain unchanged after the Emergency is in effect.
Abdul Hamid said the police were ready to enforce rules and regulations, ensuring safety and security of the people, especially in enforcing SOPs as well as the movement control order (MCO) regulations.
The time to educate and advise has passed. We will take appropriate action against those who are still stubborn. There has been ample time for the rakyat to understand and adhere to the SOP as it is also the ‘new normal’.Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Abdul Hamid Bador via The Star
Just like the first MCO, the Chief said that the police will receive help from the military, Rela and other relevant agencies.
Meanwhile, Bukit Aman Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department (JSPT) Director Datuk Azisman Alias said the police would never compromise on those who want to travel interstate without strong reasons and police permission, during the MCO period.
There is no further warning, instead compound action will continue to be imposed on any individual who is still stubborn and violates cross-state travel bans during the second period of the Movement Control Order (MCO), which will take effect tomorrow.
Enforcement actions involving cross-state bans for the second PKP start tomorrow, just like the previous PKP. However, in the beginning, we will asked them to turn back if there is no strong reason and police permission to cross the state. This time, we will compound individuals who are stubborn.Bukit Aman Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department (JSPT) Director Datuk Azisman Alias via Berita Harian

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Tun M rants on stinky toilets, public cleanliness, smokers & moral values

The Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad is calling out Malaysians over the disgusting state of our public toilets and the general health of public cleanliness.
The 94-year-old “sanitary inspector” said that he was appalled by the lack of morals embodied by the nationâ€™s citizen and the peopleâ€™s ignorance towards the environment.

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He explained that the state of our public facilities and surroundings is a direct reflection of the peopleâ€™s mindset, that for ages had been nothing but stinky.
The premier also threw down the gauntlet on litterbugs who make the planet their dumping ground.

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Targeting smokers who carelessly pollute the environment with â€œmountainsâ€ of cigarette butts, Tun M expects the country to be buried under the mess in no time if nothing is done.
Which is true considering studies shown that an estimated 4.5 trillion cigarette butts are littered across the planet, greatly damaging the ecosystem.

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The prime minister also pegged away at vandals who deface our streets with graffiti.
Considering he has his face spray-painted on walls across the countryâ€¦

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Tun M was quick to point out that those who show their artistic side with murals were, cool…
Whatâ€™s not cool are the scribbling and chicken scratches done by the uncultured members of society.
Expressing his admiration for the Japanese and their culture of cleanliness, Tun M said that Malaysians should start from the very grassroots, beating civic responsibility and good moral values into its people.

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The prime minister added up his point by expressing the importance of educating our youths on the gravity of keeping our habitat clean.
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KJ To Discuss GE15 Fate “Behind Closed Door”

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Rembau MP Khairy Jamaluddin Abu Bakar said he would hold discussions with UMNO deputy president Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan with regards to the party’s candidate for his seat in the 15th General Election, behind closed doors.

“I have already said what I have to say. I’m not going to have this conversation in public anymore,” Khairy was quoted as saying by Bernama.
According to Khairy, popularly known as KJ, what he had said regarding the matter was truthful but insisted that the issue be resolved in private.
The Rembau lawmaker had previously said that he might not have a seat to contest in GE15 as Mohamad, fondly known as Tok Mat had sent him a message to “get out of the way”, as he intended to contest the Rembau parliamentary seat in the next general election.
Mohamad was a three-term Negeri Sembilan menteri besar and has been the Rantau assemblyman since 2004. Rantau is one of the four state seats inside the Rembau parliamentary constituency.
On Saturday, Mohamad confirmed that he was vying for a parliamentary constituency in GE15, but stopped short of naming the seat that he would be contesting, saying that he had yet to decide on the matter.
According to Bernama, Mohamad said that it is up to him to contest which seat, being the No. 2 man in UMNO.
He also said that it is up to the people to speculate whether he was indeed going for the Rembau seat as the matter “was not his concern”.
READ MORE: “Don’t Drop KJ, He Is An Asset To BN” Reezal Merican On Health Minister Giving Way To Tok Mat In Next GE
READ MORE: Anthony Loke Versus KJ In GE15? DAP Rep Welcomes Potential Duel For Seremban Seat
READ MORE: KJ To Be Offered Tampin Seat For GE15, Says Report

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U.S. Burger Chain Five Guys Opens First Outlet In Genting Highlands, But Prices Are Also Up There [Updated]

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[Update: The prices below are based on a menu sighted by TRP. It may not reflect the final prices once the restaurant opens.]

Just by the name alone, you wouldn’t know that Five Guys is a burger chain, let alone one of the most popular and well-loved American restaurant chains!
Those in the know, however, can rejoice because we no longer need to plan a trip to the United States for a bite of the famous burger: Five Guys is opening their first outlet in Malaysia!
The burger chain has a cult-like following for its fresh burgers, despite a small and simple menu: handmade beef burgers, potato fries, and milkshakes. But the small menu isn’t a limitation, because everything is customizable at no additional cost, encouraging you to build your own perfect Five Guys burger.
Simple and small menu, but big on taste.(Credit: Bob. B. Brown/Flickr)
Opening In Genting 25th Oct
Malaysia’s first outlet will open its doors on 25 October 2021 at Sky Avenue, Resorts World Genting.
Create your own burgers and milkshakes at the vibrant American diner-themed restaurant. However, to ensure that a wider range of customers are able to enjoy Five Guys burgers, the Malaysian restaurant will not serve pork or lard in their kitchen. (This means no bacon options!)
That said, be prepared to fork out American prices for the American fast food too. Based on a menu sighted by TRP, the classic Five Guys Hamburger goes for RM35, while a Cheeseburger is priced at RM40. Regular-sized fries are priced at RM25, while a large goes for RM30.
Surprisingly, the Milkshake is one of the cheapest items on the menu, priced at just RM10 with all the mix-ins you can want.

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Government’s “Failed” National Preparedness Month Bashed By Netizens In Wake Of Floods

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“What was the point of the National Preparedness Month?” was the question looming on netizens’ minds following the flood disaster that’s ravaging parts of the country.

So in October, the government launched the 2021 National Preparedness Month (BKN) with the theme “Malaysian Family Prepared for Disaster” held in conjunction with the International Disaster Day on 13 October.
The aim of BKN 2021 was to increase public awareness and the level of preparedness and cooperation of various agencies and NGOs in planning for the winter monsoon season which was predicted to take place between November and March the following year.
Read More: Is Malaysia Really Getting As Cold As London? Here’s The Real Reason
During the launch, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob was quoted as saying that Malaysia was facing a “disaster within a disaster” as the country continued to tango with the Covid-19 crisis as well as the weather, besides noting that we needed to be ready for any eventuality.
In the spirit of Keluarga Malaysia, I urge all quarters to work together to realise the plans rolled out by the government during any form of the disaster.PM Ismail Sabri via New Straits Times.
The launch of BKN 2021 was accompanied by a rather grand ceremony that showcased the capabilities and state-of-the-art assets belonging to various authorities and first responders that most Malaysians only got to see in a video that was also shared by the PM himself on social media and other official government channels.

Following recent events though, Malaysians online seem to convey the opinion that BKN 2021 was an epic fail.
Aku suka tepek gambar ni kat post yg tag pak mail. Lps ni tlg pecat @drabdlatiff ye pak. Khalas. pic.twitter.com/zK8IHawqyn— Ady Kent (@ady_kent) December 23, 2021
Basically, netizens collectively had two questions for the government:
What happened to the preparations, plans and assets featured and discussed during the launch?Was BKN 2021 just for show?
That is one hell of a launch…fantastic success. pic.twitter.com/ocSL7hVi3N— khalid karim Parti Orang Miskin (@khalidkarim) December 22, 2021
Are these only for display purpose ?? https://t.co/WywfNC85rR— Kitsune@Firefox (@SamanthaSammyW2) December 23, 2021
Seeing this video makes everything even more infuriating. I have nothing left to say. https://t.co/7MINqIRzss— lizzy (@Lizzzzyaik) December 23, 2021
Where were they hiding during the recent floods? Why did they not render their professional services, this could have saved lives, lot of misery and suffering to our fellow Malaysians.— Sharan Pretam Singh (Mrs) (@PretamSharan) December 22, 2021
When the trailer is better than the movie— done_87 (@DrDiban) December 22, 2021
Reportedly, over 60,000 denizens were affected by floods in Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Negeri Sembilan, Pahang, Perak and Melaka where around 14,000 people were forced to evacuate their homes to take shelter elsewhere.
As of 23 December, 37 people were noted to have perished during the floods while many remained missing.
Read More: Malaysia’s Armed Forces Joined Flood Relief Efforts Without Approval

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PM lancar Bulan  Kesiapsiagaan Nasional (BKN) 2021
Jumlah mangsa banjir seluruh negara menurun 64,506 orang
Banjir: 37 kematian direkodkan di tujuh negeri
PM calls for greater cooperation, coordination to tackle disasters
IGP: Death toll from Malaysia’s floods up to 37, 10 still missing


Hunchbacked GrabFood Uncle Gets New Proton Saga Car From Good Samaritan

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Two days ago, an elderly uncle was spotted working as a food delivery man despite having a hunched back.

In the viral video posted by Hazwan Hafiz, he noted that he only took breaks during prayer times and this drew sympathy from netizens who praised the uncle for his determination at such an age.
According to Hazwan, the uncle delivers food on a motorbike.
READ MORE: 70-Year-Old Hunchback Uncle Works As Food Delivery Man
After the video went viral, a good samaritan came forward and decided to gift the uncle a brand new car to ease his day to day routines.
The video which was posted by Twitter user @bckupacc99 under the caption “Semoga murah rezeki, pak cik tu dapat kereta thank you hadirkan org baik2” has garnered many views and likes with netizens praising the good samaritan for her kind heart.
In the video, she says:
I noticed this 68 year old uncle who was carrying out his duties as a GrabFood delivery person despite his physical difficulties and I decided to gift him a car to ease his situation.Good samaritan on social media
The video then shows the good samaritan bringing the elderly uncle to the car dealership to gift him his new car.
Netizens praised this good samaritan for her kind deed with many blessing her for her kind gesture.
However, some also argued that this act of kindness may also prove to be burdensome to the uncle as he might now have to worry about the upkeep of the car as well.
Nevertheless, as always, be kind to others as how you would like others to be kind to you.

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“Another 2 GEs”, Nurul Izzah Thinks That It Will Take A While Before PH Can Reclaim Putrajaya

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Reformasi princess and former PKR veep Nurul Izzah Anwar said that Pakatan Harapan (PH) will have to wait for at least another decade before it will be voted back into power.

The Permatang Pauh MP also expects PH to struggle in the 15th general election (GE15), saying that there are many out there that were left shocked with the opposition’s performance when they formed the federal government in 2018.
“I think it won’t be easy for PH to win the next general election and we must be prepared to lose two rounds before making a positive impact that will allow people to accept us once more.
“Why do I have a negative feeling about GE15? I am being very realistic because for me, it will take time to produce success, as people, and even I am still traumatized by what happened during the 22 months when PH was in power,” Nurul Izzah was quoted by Malay Mail.
She added that she was only being realistic with her assessment while pointing out that the public still remembers PH’s failed election manifestos.
Nurul Izzah however said there’s not much that PH can prove within 22 months of its rule, compared to Barisan Nasional (BN) who had been in power for six decades.
“If we want to compare PH and BN in terms of failing to fulfill their manifestos, the difference is great. If we want to evaluate how much of its manifesto BN managed to fulfill, it might get an ‘F’.
“For example, affordable houses for the B40 group were not fully realised. Now, I want to see how they will implement the RM1,500 minimum wage because, as of today, they have yet to finalise the exceptions for small and medium enterprises (SME), even though the policy will be enforced on May 1,” she said.
She however warned that all parties must not rest on their laurels and continue to perform well as there are still a lot of fence-sitters who have yet to decide which party to support.
Meanwhile, Nurul Izzah also said that he hopes to defend the Permatang Pauh seat in the next GE but left it to PKR to decide.

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TLDR: Reports Say Mahiaddin May Call For Confidence Vote Sooner At Agong’s Instructions

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Prime Minister Tan Sri Mahiaddin Md Yasin has reportedly been told by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah to convene Dewan Rakyat earlier than 6 September, based on reports.

MalaysiaKini quoted sources who mentioned that the Pagoh MP had appeared before the King prior to attending the Cabinet meeting.
Although the date hasn’t been announced yet, The Malaysian Insight reports that the vote could be held as early as next week.
Message circulating saying PM has meeting with PN leaders
A message went viral recently saying that Mahiaddin reportedly had a meeting with PN party leaders at the Perdana Petra building.
According to Sinar Harian, the Prime Minister is also scheduled to meet with Sabah and Sarawak political leaders in Kuala Lumpur.
Speaker denies PM has lost support
Earlier today, the Yang di-Pertua Dewan Rakyat Speaker Datuk Azhar Azizan Harun denied that he had informed Mahiaddin that the government had lost its majority.
In a statement, the Speaker said a viral message which claimed that he did so is untrue and false. The portal which had been referred to in the viral message had also denied publishing any such report.
I deny the news report and want to add that I did not issue any letters to the Prime Minister as stated. The news is fake news.Yang di-Pertua Dewan Rakyat Speaker Datuk Azhar Azizan Harun via Twitter
Kenyataan Media oleh YB Datuk Azhar Azizan Harun, Yang di-Pertua Dewan Rakyat.11 Ogos 2021Parlimen Malaysia pic.twitter.com/m4XID799Dh— Parlimen Malaysia (@MYParlimen) August 11, 2021
Multiple parties saying no to PM
PKR has confirmed that its party had sent a letter to the Yang di-Pertuan Agong rejecting Mahiaddin, according to PKR Communications Director Fahmi Fadzil who confirmed the news to MalaysiaKini.
Meanwhile, other parties such as Warisan, PEJUANG and Amanah have also announced that they don’t support the Prime Minister.
It wasn’t just the opposition who are against the Pagoh MP as 14 UMNO MPs also announced that they’re withdrawing support from the current government, with some Ministers deciding to step down from their posts as a sign of loyalty.

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Trolls fat-shame hiker and the internet fights back

A man has risen to defend a fellow hiker who was subjected to online abuse after she was rescued by the Fire and Rescue Department.
In the Hiking And Recreation Around Malaysia (HARAM) Facebook group, Zairi Zainal claims to represent the page admins in condemning the trolls.

An absolute legend.(Via Facebook)

He points out that the woman had suffered cramps in both legs after reaching the end of the trail so Fire and Rescue had to be called in.

It’s the job of Fire and Rescue to rescue which is why they are called the FIRE AND RESCUE DEPARTMENT. But they are trained. They have basic medical training. They’ll check her condition before taking any action. So if you think she’s bluffing, there would be no reason for them to carry her. You think firemen are stupid? They didn’t make any noise or complain about having to save a life, but you’re making noise. Why?
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He also points out that a person’s weight or height doesn’t matter in an emergency as sometimes things just happen.
For those who told her not to go hiking because of her shape, he says she was an experienced hiker and hiking was good exercise.
The victim, on the right, had already reached the peak.(via Facebook)
As for those who said she was simply a trouble to others, Zairi says one day, you might need help from the person you’re condemning.

“If you don’t want to respect each other as human beings, those critics and fat-shamers can buy a big box, climb in together and float yourselves out to sea. The further out the better.”
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The initial incident was reported two days ago by a local news outlet which highlighted the weight of the woman.
In the report, the Fire and Rescue personnel had to take turns carrying the woman out of the Kota Damansara Community Forest Reserve.


Kedah motorcyclist shot in arm, Police said bullet was off target

Investigations are now underway on the case involving a man who was shot by a traffic cop during an incident in Kedah.
According to Malay Mail, the policemen who had fired the shot, hitting one of two men on a motorcycle along a road in Alor Setar last Wednesday had done so to stop the duo from causing harm to themselves and the public. (oh, the irony)

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The 21-year-old man was riding pillion on the motorcycle of his 22-year-old friend whiles they were heading to work when he was unlucky enough to get a bullet in his arm after he had warned his friend to stop for the law.

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Apparently the two men and the officer were involved in a mini high speed chase before shots were fired.

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According to police, the rider and pillion who were on a
Modenas motorcycle had first ran a red light, causing the officer who had
witnessed the traffic offence to give chase.
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Realising that they were being chased, the motorcycle sped
on, refusing to stop whiles running several other traffic lights along the way.
(we could assume this was when the pillion supposedly told the rider to stop,
butâ€¦)

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The duo were even riding so recklessly as to bump against the policemenâ€™s motorcycle in their attempts to escape.

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Seeing that the motorcycle had no plans on stopping and to
avoid further threats to his life and the safety of the public, the officer purposely
drew out his weapon and fired a shot aiming for the bikeâ€™s tyres.

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But unfortunately, as we all know by now, he missedâ€¦ hitting
the man riding pillion instead.
 The intention was to
stop the suspects, NOT to eliminate themâ€¦ (well duh! Of course)

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Kedah Police chief Datuk Zainuddin Yaacob say that the
department will conduct a full, fair investigation on the matter and guarantees
justice would be served to those who were involved.
The incident is labeled under Section 186 and 307 of the Penal Code, and Section 42 of the Road Transport Act 1987.

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Parliament Tables Constitutional Amendments Related To Royal Voters And Undi18

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The bill to amend the Constitution (Amendment) Act 2019 which seeks to add Article 119A to provide for the non-application of Article 119 to the Rulers and their family members in relation to voter registration, was tabled for first reading in Parliament today.

Article 119A stated that the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, with the consent of the Conference of Rulers, can set an exception to any Ruler and his consort, any Yang Dipertua Negeri and his consort, any heir apparent, heir presumptive, and other heirs of a Ruler and their consorts from the application of Article 119 relating to the registration of voters.
The bill was tabled by Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Parliament and Law) Datuk Mas Ermieyati Samsudin who said that a second reading for the bill will be tabled in the current Dewan Rakyat session.
The Constitution (Amendment) Act 2019, popularly known as Undi18, also includes automatic voter registration for a citizen who reached the age of 18 and also allows 18-year-olds to contest in elections.
The bill was passed by the Dewan Rakyat on 16 July 2019 and subsequently by the Dewan Negara on 25 July 2019.
The recently concluded Johor state election was the first election that saw some 173,177 youths aged between 18 and 20 were eligible to vote in the election.

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Sabah In Philippine Passport Map Is An Act By Filipino Politicians To “Garner Support”, Says Deputy Minister

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The inclusion of Sabah in a map – which includes the 200 miles of Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) – in the Philippines passport is not new and it doesn’t reflect the republic’s view on the state.

Deputy Home Minster Datuk Kamarudin Jaffar said that it was proposed by a member of the Committee on Foreign Affairs of The Philippine House of Representatives but the Ministry is closely monitoring on House Bill 6399.
The proposal tabled is not the official stand of the Philippines government, it is a polemic deliberately repeated by Filipino politicians to solely garner support in their local politics.Deputy Home Minister Datuk Kamarudin Jaffar via Malay Mail
He said the government is considering various options as reaction based on the development of the situation or status of the bill proposal.
Kamaruddin reiterated that Malaysia would not compromise or recognise any forms of claim by any foreign parties on Sabah.
He also said that the claim on Sabah was baseless and irrelevant as the state is part of the Federation of Malaysia as stated in the Cobbold Report.

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The Notable Moments Of Muhyiddin Yassin’s 17-Month Tenure As Prime Minister Of Malaysia

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Tan Sri Mahiaddin Md Yasin, also known as Muhyiddin Yassin, had one of the most colourful tenures as Prime Minister of Malaysia, despite holding the position for only 17 months– the shortest tenure in our history.

Here are just some of the most memorable:
1. Took the spot when Mahathir resigned
When former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad resigned, the power struggle and subsequent shift of executive power to Mahiaddin Yasin was coined the ‘Sheraton Move‘.
2. He came in with the largest cabinet ever
Mahiaddin Yasin also changed up the cabinet, which featured a completely revolutionary structure to the country’s executive government with the appointment of 4 “senior ministers” instead of a deputy prime minister. He ended up with the largest cabinet in Malaysian history.
It meant a really big table.(Credit: Bernama via Prime Minister’s Department)
3. Double dosing on TV
In May 2021, during an interview with Bernama TV and RTM, Mahiaddin asked the interviewers if they had been vaccinated. When they said they had not, he said he had received two jabs.
Some Malaysians took offence to the statement, saying it was tone deaf as at the time, many Malaysians had yet to receive even one dose of the vaccine.
However, it should be noted that Muhyiddin was the first person in the country to get vaccinated, and did so publicly in order to reassure the public that vaccines are safe.
4. His ‘glamour name’
It may still surprise some that ‘Muhyiddin Yassin’ is not the official name of the 8th Prime Minister. Instead, his official name is Mahiaddin Yasin.
READ MORE: It’s Mahiaddin Yasin From Now On For Official Documents, Gov’t Officials Told
This follows the case where a legal order was overturned in June 2021 by the Shah Alam court because it was signed Muhyiddin Yassin, therefore setting the precedent that for all legal matters, the real legal name must be used.
It turns out that for about a year, everyone had only known him by his chosen name!
5. His unfortunate hospital visits
Mahiaddin also suffers from a history of cancer, and when he was admitted into the hospital at the end of June, there were fears that his health had deteriorated.
He later put those fears to rest with a public statement saying that he only had a case of overnight diarrhea.
Naturally, as is human nature, Malaysians have never given up a chance to make poop jokes. Legends say that we are still making poop jokes until today.
READ MORE: Prime Minister Still In Hospital, Not Because Of Tumor
6. He’s quite camera-shy
While he is fond of waving to crowds as he gets out of cars, Mahiaddin is quite camera-shy.
Mahiaddin likes to wave to reporters when he enters and exits his car.(Credit: Malay Mail)
Unlike his predecessor, Mahiaddin has avoided live television or press conferences, even going so far as to ask that a broadcast of his parting words with some editors on the day of his resignation be cut-off midstream.
“I thought it should be just with the editors, why should it be live? Cannot be live because I’ve just delivered my keynote. Recording bolehlah, but not live,” caretaker PM Muhyiddin Yassin was heard saying to his aides before the presser. pic.twitter.com/EaSdpu22HB— Norman Goh (@imnormgoh) August 16, 2021
Although he and his cabinet have formally resigned, Mahiaddin Yasin has been appointed as our Caretaker PM for the time being until another Prime Minister can be elected through a general election, once the country’s Covid-19 crisis has settled down.
READ MORE: Mahiaddin Is Now Malaysia’s ‘Caretaker’ Prime Minister, GE15 Not Advised
However, in his farewell speech, Mahiaddin did apologise for his shortcomings, pointing out that these were difficult times, and thanking frontliners for their efforts at the same time.
An hour after he announced his resignation, a farewell video appeared on his social media pages. You can check that out below.

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Covid-19 Cases Have Increased By 45% In This Week Alone, Says MOH

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Covid-19 infections in Malaysia have risen sharply over the past three weeks with an increase of about 45% in this week alone says Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Adham Baba.

According to reports from Berita Harian, he said that this week, week 15 of 2021, a total of 13,745 new cases were recorded compared to 9,507 cases in week 14.
This means, he said, the average daily cases have now increased to 1,963 cases, or by 45% and the average for active cases has also increased by 18% to 17,096.
Dr Adham was said the rise in infections has been detected over the past three weeks, starting in the 12th week of this year.
Second phase of Covid-19 Vaccination Programme starts today
It’s reported that the second phase of the National Covid-19 Immunization Program, which prioritises the elderly, the disabled and the chronically ill, has started today.
Science, Technology and Innovation Ministry Khairy Jamaluddin said appointment notices for vaccine injections were sent starting April 5, two weeks before the appointment date, through the MySejahtera application, phone calls and short messaging system (SMS).
Fasa kedua vaksinasi akan bermula hari ini.Untuk mengakhiri pandemik ini, JKJAV menggalakkan lebih ramai golongan rentan untuk mendaftar untuk vaksinasi bagi fasa keduaDaftar untuk vaksinasi: https://t.co/m1joWOB4OE#LindungDiriLindungSemua pic.twitter.com/s4CtyQURZn— Vaksin COVID-19 🇲🇾 (@JKJAVMY) April 19, 2021

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Former Felda Chairman Convicted Of Corruption By KL High Court

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Former Felda chairman Tan Sri Mohd Isa Abdul Samad has been convicted by the Kuala Lumpur High Court today on nine charges of corruption involving RM3 million.

The nine charges were under Section 16a(A) of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Act 2009, which is punishable under Section 24(1) of the same law.
He now faces a jail term not exceeding 20 years and a fine of at least five times the bribe amount, RM10,000 or whichever is higher.
The allegations were made in regard to Felda’s purchase of Merdeka Palace Hotel & Suites in Kuching, Sarawak, for RM160 million.
Isa had been accused of receiving RM3,090,000 between July 2014 and December 2015 from Gegasan Abadi Properties Sdn Bhd board member Ikhwan Zaidel, through Muhammad Zahid Md Arip, as gratification for approving the purchase of the hotel by Felda Investment Corporation Sdn Bhd.
Other Umno politicians who have recently been convicted of corruption include former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak and former federal territories minister Datuk Seri Tengku Adnan Tengku Mansor.

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Sungai Siput MP Brings Up Support Needed By M’sian Music Artists With Anwar’s Fav Song

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An opposition MP recently highlighted the plight of the local music industry at the Dewan Rakyat and surprised everyone with his singing.
During the morning session of the parliamentary sitting yesterday (8 March), Sungai Siput MP S Kesavan started singing a song before asking whether the government has plans to grow the local music industry.
The song he sang was a Tamil song entitled Naan Aanaiyittal by MGR, and it was said to be Port Dickson MP Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s favourite song.

Music is one of the economic branches that can help build social development. The song means, if I am destined to lead the country, I will ensure the poverty-stricken rakyat won’t suffer anymore. So my additional question here is to ask whether the Ministry (of Human Resources) will help the youth in the music industry. Will they be given training to grow the (local music) industry?Sungai Siput MP S Kesavan
In response, Human Resource Minister Datuk Seri M Saravanan acknowledged that it was a popular song but said growing the music industry was not the ministry’s current focus.
However, the Human Resource Ministry would conduct a study about the matter and might introduce a programme to help the artists in the industry in the future.
Is there help for local artists?
The discussion and debate to help grow the local music scene have been a long one. That said, there has been some financial help given to our local artists such as the Cendana fund.
Based on the list of beneficiaries on Cendana’s website, 48 independent music artists and groups such as Alena Murang and Foo Bihzhu have benefited from the arts fund in 2021.
Aside from Cendana, there are a few funds and grants set up to help local music artists to grow their art such as:
MyCreativeYayasan Sime DarbyJabatan Kebudayaan dan Kesenian NegaraYayasan HasanahFive Arts CentreThink CityINXOAnd more
Despite the current financial aids available, the funds and grants are still only accessible to a small fraction of current and budding music artists.
Not all arts funds and grants are given consistently or on a regular basis too. The availability depends on the funding made available to these organisations too.
What the industry needs is a long-term and sustainable plan to grow the local arts and music industry more robustly for years to come.
What you can do to help
Instead of waiting around, you can support our local artists now by attending local performances or tuning into online shows such as Nada Music MY. Spreading the word about local art and music events help our local artists too.
Also, indie singer Brendan de Cruz is holding his first solo concert LOVELIFEMUSIC at PJPAC 1 Utama this Saturday, 12 March. Find out how to get tickets in the article below.
READ MORE: Malaysian Indie Singer Brendan De Cruz Launches His First ‘LOVELIFEMUSIC’ Solo Concert

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S’wak family concerned of dead body in house, calls Bomba for help. Turns out to be dead rat

The Bau Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) was deployed yesterday (August 5) evening when an emergency call was made in Tondong, Sarawak.
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Residents of the home suspected there was a rotting human body stinking up their house.
The stench was so bad that the occupants could not tahan and proceeded to call Bomba.
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After searching the whole house, Bomba found the source of the stink coming from above the ceiling;
It was a rotting dead rat!
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Reading this, we decided to do some research on rat stench.
Why do dead rats smell so bad?
The culprit behind this is sulphur and methane. Basically chemicals found in rotten eggs and cow dung.
The larger the rodent, the longer the smell lingers around before the decomposed rodent dries up.

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How to remove the horrible stench?
1. Bleach
Using a mixture of bleach and water, thoroughly clean the area with gloves.
You donâ€™t want the rat germs on your skin.

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2. Absorbents
You can use ground coffee (used ones are fine too, as long as it’s dry).
Sprinkle it around the area and allow it to sit for a few days.

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3. Ventilate the area
Yup, it’s as easy as opening the windows and allowing the bad air flow out.
If you are more atas, you can try using an air ioniser.

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4. Use candles or air fresheners
This one of the simplest solution to get rid of any odours you donâ€™t fancy.
Get a bottle of your favourite scent and spray, spray, spray!
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2023 Budget: Up To RM2,500 Cash Aid For Households Earning Below RM2,500

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Households with an income of less than RM2,500 are eligible to receive a donation of up to RM2,500 under the Rahmah Cash Contribution (STR) program.

The amount varies depending on the number of children.
It is part of the reforms implemented under Budget 2023, so that affected households benefit more from STR.
The government will also give an additional contribution of RM600 to the poorest STR recipient households, according to e-Kasih data.
The donation will be distributed as food baskets and vouchers for food items worth RM600.
Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah sehingga RM2500 bergantung kepada bilangan anak#Belanjawan2023#MalaysiaMADANI #WanitaHarapanNegara pic.twitter.com/SxvPnt68B1— WanitaHarapan_Negara (@wanitaharapan) February 24, 2023
It means that families in the extremely poor group are eligible to receive aid up to a maximum of RM3,100.
The announcement was made by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim when tabling Budget 2023 in Parliament today (24 Feb).
Anwar said STR would help ease the cost of living for 8.7 million beneficiaries involving an allocation of almost RM8 billion.
Although STR is linked as aid to B40 but taking into account the number of recipients, STR has actually benefited more than 60 percent of the country’s adults.Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on the benefit of STR.
READ MORE: Cash Aid Now Called Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah Or STR, Payment Starts Tomorrow
For the two million youth aged 18 to 20, the government will offer e-Tunai Belia Rahmah credit amounting to RM200, involving an allocation of RM400 million.
BELANJAWAN 2023 | Kerajaan akan menawarkan kredit e-Tunai Belia Rahmah berjumlah RM200 dengan peruntukan RM400 juta untuk 2 juta orang belia 18 hingga 20 tahun.Dapatkan berita berkaitan Belanjawan 2023 di https://t.co/5Xa9s2MEGK#Belanjawan2023TV3 pic.twitter.com/wKeCJqEY7z— MyUndi (@MyUndi_my) February 24, 2023
READ MORE: 2023 Budget: No EPF Withdrawals But Government To Add RM500 To Members’ Savings
READ MORE: Gov’t Wants More Malaysians Out Of Bankruptcy, Immediate Release For Those Who Owe Less Than RM50,000
READ MORE: 2023 Budget: Government To Introduce Luxury Goods Tax

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KL’s ‘coolest’ bar is open for just two more nights!

THE BAR AND THE SHOT GLASSES ARE ACTUALLY ICE.

Pic via Tiger Beer Malayia

Where and why?
It’s at The Square, Publika, which has been completely transformed, and it’s being held in conjunction with the launch of Tiger Crystal.
Publika Square, before and during (Pic Credit: EdgeProp.my / TRP)
What is Tiger Crystal?
According to Tiger, Tiger Crystal is filtered at a crystal cold temperature of -1 degree Celsius to lock in the most desirable flavours and aromas for the ultimate refreshment.

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That’s a pretty fair claim because we tried it and it’s a light lager that’s not at all bitter but at the same time, not too sweet.

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 Guess where am I now? Iâ€™m enjoying 2 bottles of the brand-new Tiger Crystal for free at KL’s Coolest Bar in Publika and there is an ice bar for you to experience how they made the crystal cold Tiger Crystal that is filtered at -1Â°C to lock in the flavours and aromas, for the ultimate refreshment 🙌🏻 They are here from 9 until 10 August only, come now and get yours😎 _ Register now to get your 2 free drinks! 👌🏻⬇⬇⬇ ultimaterefreshment.tigerbeer.com _ #UltimateRefreshment #TigerBeerMY #TigerCrystal #serenawong #like #enjoy #night #life _*this event is only open to non-Muslims aged 21 and over
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It’s very refreshing and pairs perfect with the food at the launch event.

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We went last night and there were sliders from MyBurgerLab, Siew Yuk by Kent Lee and nibbles from Bacon It.

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The Social, which is right next door, served satay, and (our favourite) chicken wings with blue cheese dip.

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 #TIGERCRYSTAL . . Wanna try the all new Tiger Crystal for the ultimate refreshment? Head down to the coolest bar in Publika from the 9th – 10th Aug 2019 to try the brand new Tiger Crystal for free! With the new Tiger Crystal beer that is filtered in – 1Â°C to lock in its aroma and flavour, it is something not to be missed! Head to their website: ultimaterefreshment.tigerbeer.com to register now! Link in my bio! 😊 #ULTIMATEREFRESHMENT #TIGERBEERMY . Please note this event is only open to non-Muslim aged 21 and above.
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There were also performances by Ryot Jones and DJ Bunga with Kaya Band, An Honest Mistake and Kent Lee slated to be among those performing tonight and tomorrow.

Ryot Jones onstage at Tiger Crystal launch(Pic via TRP)

The event is open from 7pm till late on Aug 9 and 10 (2019) for non-Muslims aged 21 and above.
By registering, you’ll get 2 FREE bottles of Tiger Crystal when you get there and to register, click here or head to https://ultimaterefreshment.tigerbeer.com/registration.

If you missed â€˜KLâ€™s Coolest Barâ€™, donâ€™t worry â€“ Tiger Crystal will soon bring ultimate refreshment across the country with a portable version housed in a custom-made Ice Truck.


SIX Mâ€™sian companies made it to Forbes Asiaâ€™s â€˜Best Over a Billionâ€™ list!

Many of you may have heard of Forbes, famed for their lists
of influential figures in the corporate and real world.
Now, Forbes Asia has come up with a new ranking list for Asian
nations- Best Over A Billion.
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This is the first Best Over A Billion list by Forbes Asia.
An extension of the well-established Best Under A Billion, this new list recognises 200 best-performing companies in Asia Pacific (APAC) that generate revenues of at least US$1 BILLION (RM4.2 billion).
Guess what? SIX local companies made it on the list!
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How were the companies selected?
Well, obviously companies with US$1 billion or more in revenue
for the 2018 financial year were selected.

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Starting off with 3,200 APAC listed companies, the list was
whittled down to eliminate unprofitable companies, those with legal issues, debt
larger than capital and more.
Who are the 6 Malaysian companies?
1. Public Bank – US$5.053 billion sales

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Set up as a â€˜bank for the publicâ€™ in 1966, Public Bank is now the THIRD largest bank in Malaysia and a formidable presence in the Southeast Asian market.
2. Batu Kawan – US$4.667 billion sales

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One of the most well-known companies in Malaysia (especially amongst investors), Batu Kawan Berhad was incorporated in 1965.
It started off as a plantation companyÂ  before diversifying into a mammoth investment holding company with assets in manufacturing, transportation and property.
3. Kuala Lumpur Kepong (KLK) – US$4.564 billion sales

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Also started as a plantation company, KLK was actually founded in 1906 London for Malayan rubber and coffee plantations. The company then shifted its head office to KL in 1971 and incorporated in Malaysia in 1973.
KLK stands as one of the largest plantation companies in Malaysia,
focusing on palm oil and rubber. Itâ€™s also involved in chemical manufacturing
and property.
4. IHH Healthcare – US$2.854 billion sales

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While a Malaysian company, IHH Healthcare is also present in 12 countries with 83 hospitals under its wing.
This is the healthcare company that owns the Gleneagles, Pantai and Amanjaya hospitals in Malaysia.
5. Press Metal Aluminium Holdings – US$2.273 billion
sales

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The Malaysian-based aluminium company has expanded from its humble beginnings as an aluminium extrusion company in 1986. The company is now the largest aluminium producer in South East Asia.
6. Hap Seng Consolidated – US$1.548 billion sales

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The company found its roots as Hap Seng Co in 1946 Tawau, focusing on timber back then. The company then diversified, and the Group was incorporated in 1976.
It has now grown into a behemoth of plantations, property development and investment, credit financing, automotive, fertilizers trading and building materials.
Most of you would recognise Hap Seng Star – the famous Mercedes-Benz
dealership in Malaysia- and the long-established property developer in Sabah, Hap
Seng Land.

In case youâ€™re wondering how our neighbours did, Singapore barely
beat us with 9 companies on the list while 11 Indonesian companies were featured
on the list.
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Siti Kasim Likes Her ‘Tacky Flag’, Netizens School Her On Missing The Point

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Being a politician is not easy. There may have been times we said to ourselves: I can do a better job. However, the reality is that it is not easy, especially if we do not know how to deal with the public.

For newcomer Siti Kasim, a small part of the Malaysian Twitterverse schooled her on handling criticism.
The lawyer and activist is an independent candidate for the Batu parliamentary constituency. Being her first election, and barely two days since campaigning kicked off, she found herself being on the receiving end of a barrage of criticism when a Twitter user pointed out that it was dangerous to carry a flag outside a moving vehicle convoy.

Horrendously tacky flag isn't a crime but driving dangerously in a convoy surely is… can someone inform @sitikasim's team that weaving and slowing down on the road next to Jln Ipoh MRT is seriously unsafe?? pic.twitter.com/fi6THIqqwA— Tashny Sukumaran (@tashny) November 5, 2022

Replying to the feedback, Siti Kasim did not address the convoy issue specifically, instead thanking the Twitter user for her feedback in general and went on to address the ‘tacky flag’ bit in her tweet.

https://twitter.com/sitikasim/status/1589182856785719297?t=a8hvgMy1rIDQFKfIId9B_A&s=19

This did not sit well not only with Twitter user @tashny, but others as well who chimed in saying the Batu candidate failed to focus on the main point of the complaint.

I think your main concern should be the dangerously driving convoy led by purple Perodua BMAxxxx. Perhaps try focus on the important things. Or even think, if you know how. https://t.co/UfIFoBkdxX— Tashny Sukumaran (@tashny) November 6, 2022

One user asked if she could not comprehend the original tweet, and joked: ‘Muet band berapa ni?’ (What did you get for Muet?)

It's the flag in traffic. Comprehension takda ke? MUET Band berapa ni? Mesti fail Reading Test nih— Zek (@razxiko) November 6, 2022

The Muet joke was in reference to last week’s Twitter drama where a user had posted that he was looking for a girlfriend but an optional requirement was that she scored at least a Band 4 for her Muet exam.
Others jumped in to point out to Siti that she had missed the point.

try reading from "but…"You seem to have missed the point— swishy tail (@swishy_tail) November 6, 2022

https://twitter.com/iamjonzs/status/1589311443757051906?t=0L0lJF2UYrQX6n7qaaETqQ&s=19

No one cares about the tacky flag. Best to show leadership by campaigning responsibly and not risking others’ lives on the roads. I hope you advice your supporters.— Qistina (@tnqistina) November 7, 2022

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Kedah Trio Caught After Police Found One Hiding In Car Boot

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Desperate times call for desperate measures.

A trio of travelers in Kedah were reprimanded by police when it was discovered that one of them was hiding in the trunk of a car to escape Movement Control Order (MCO) restrictions.
Officers had caught the culprits trying to “smuggle” themselves during a roadblock on the Butterworth-Kulim Expressway (BKE) while they were on their way from Butterworth to Seberang Jaya on Wednesday (17 February) evening.
Reports say that the driver, a 35-year-old woman, and one passenger, her under-aged teenage stepson sitting in the front passenger seat, were stopped on the road for not having proper permits to travel across district borders.
They had originally told officers that they were on their way to shop for clothing at a mall in Seberang Jaya.
However, upon further inspection, police soon discovered another underaged teen – also believed to be the stepson – tucked away inside the car’s boot.
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The woman was later fined for breaking MCO guidelines while the teenagers received a proper nagging for their actions before all three were asked to go back the way they came.
Travel ban
Despite the government allowing denizens in MCO and Conditional Movement Control (CMCO) areas to travel more than 10km from their homes, Malaysians are not allowed to travel across district and state borders without permission from the police.
People are also restricted to only travel in pairs inside one vehicle. A maximum of three people is allowed to travel in one car only in case of emergencies.
Read More: MCO: No More 10KM Travel Limit, Says Ismail Sabri

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'Sorok' anak tiri dalam bonet kereta untuk rentas daerah, beli pakaian di pasaraya


Woman Gives Birth To Daughter In Car In Kota Kinabalu Traffic Jam

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A traffic jam in Likas, Kota Kinabalu, prevented a pregnant woman in labour from reaching the hospital in time yesterday (1 June).

According to The Star, the 39-year-old and her husband were on their way to the Sabah Women and Children hospital when they were caught in traffic.
Fortunately, they had help from Sabah Fire and Rescue Department deputy director Farhan Sufyan Borhan who was on his way to the state headquarters, about 500m away.
He came across the vehicle on the side of the Lintas road and pulled over to check. He helped calm the woman down and contacted the fire brigade.
Farhan helped to tie off the baby’s umbilical cord after the woman safely gave birth to a baby girl in the car around 1.45pm.
Image: The Star
The Emergency Medical Rescue Services (ERS) unit arrived shortly and provided initial treatment before handing over the mother and child to medics who arrived in an ambulance.
Farhan said the baby and mother were in stable condition and were now at Likas Hospital for further observation.
It wasn’t his first time facing a similar emergency. He shared that there have been cases where women had to give birth at the fire station due to transportation problems.
The EMRS unit is well-prepared for such situations.Sabah Fire and Rescue Department deputy director Farhan Sufyan Borhan

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