Book Depository Is Closing End Of April!

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It’s a sad day for bookworms everywhere because Book Depository, a UK-based online bookstore, is closing its virtual doors on 26 April 2023.

The parent company, Amazon, announced it had decided to “eliminate” several positions across its Devices and Books businesses due to the “uncertain economy,” The Guardian reported.
Amazon first acquired Book Depository in 2011. At the time, The Book Depository (as it was known then before the acquisition) was a small-scale competitor to Amazon’s online bookselling business.
Readers everywhere have relied on Book Depository for affordable books and free international deliveries for years.
Book Depository said the last date customers will be able to place orders is 26 April, but it’ll provide support for any issues until 23 June 2023. Meanwhile, the bookseller will be winding down the business before closing the website.
I would like to take this opportunity to say a big thank you, from everyone at Book Depository and our book-loving customers, for your supportive partnership over the years in helping us to make printed books more accessible to readers around the world.Andy Chart, head of vendor management
A lot of you aren't aware of how *bad* this really is. Many out there relied on BookDepository to get their books at reasonable prices. It was also one of the few places you could get indie books if you lived outside the US/UK. It's truly a sad day for the intl' book crowd. https://t.co/U53ZKURdqN— Diana Pinguicha is (mostly) AFK (@Pinguicha) April 4, 2023
Where can you get books in Malaysia?
While it’s sad that Book Depository is coming to its end, Malaysians still get to enjoy the luxury of patronising the bookstores here when most places are shutting down theirs.
Here’s a list of some of the bookstores in Klang Valley:
BookXcessMPHPopularKinokuniyaBorders7CAFé by 7-Eleven (in partnership with BookXcess)GerakbudayaLit BooksSilverfish BooksPustaka MuminBuku Fixi OnlineTsutaya BooksEslite
Additionally, there are occasional book fairs such as the Big Bad Wolf and the upcoming Kuala Lumpur International Book Fair from 26 May to 4 June 2023.
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Court Orders Lokman Adam To Delete Defamatory Statements Against PM Ismail Sabri

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Prime Minister Ismail Sabri had obtained an interim injunction from the High Court here for Datuk Lokman Noor Adam to delete all videos immediately on his social media accounts that allegedly defamed the prime minister.

This is after the Kuala Lumpur High Court had allowed an ex parte application to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob with regards to the matter today.
“The court issued an injunction to compel the defendant to remove a video, with the title ‘Bila Presiden UMNO Panggil Tak Datang! Tapi PM Ada Masa Jumpa Mahathir – Lokman Adam’ which was uploaded on the defendant’s YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok accounts,” Ismail’s lawyer, Ragunath Kesavan was quoted as saying by Bernama.
Kesavan added that Judicial Commissioner Roz Mawar Rozain also issued an injunction to prevent either Lokman or his agents to make similar statements on social media or any other website.
On 8 September, Ismail, 62, who is also UMNO vice-president, in his personal capacity, filed a lawsuit against Lokman for making defamatory statements against him inside the video.
Lokman had allegedly alluded that Ismail had met with former premier Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad, and planned or intended to plan with the nonagenarian politician to retain the prime minister post.
Ismail, who is also the Bera MP, had denied that such meeting had taken place nor was he in negotiation with any parties to hold back the dissolution of Parliament so that he could remain as the prime minister.
In his suit, Ismail is seeking general and exemplary damages, as well as interest, costs and other relief deemed fit by the court.

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[Watch] Police Investigate Former PKR Senator For Saying Things Are Too Expensive Now Without Govt Subsidies

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Former PKR senator Siti Aishah Shaik Ismail is being investigated by the police in connection with a TikTok clip on the issue of subsidy withdrawal by the government recently.

PKR Communications Director Fahmi Fadzil confirmed that Siti Aishah was called to the Sungai Senam Police Station to testify.
In her video, Siti Aishah criticised the government’s decision to remove the ceiling price of chicken, chicken eggs and bottled cooking oil subsidy from 1 July.
She says that this will cause hardship for the people and that the cost of food items will increase.
She also urged the people to voice out and reject the government in the next general election.
2.5 juta views.142K likes.43K shares.Of course la panik diorang. https://t.co/fkHlp1nH7E pic.twitter.com/hrvG0jkaQo— Syahredzan Johan (@syahredzan) June 27, 2022
Meanwhile, Ipoh Police Chief Yahaya Hassan, when contacted, said he had not received any information regarding the investigation against Siti Aishah.
Through a viral audio clip believed to be Siti Aishah’s voice, she said her house was raided by Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) officers and police.
They confiscated some of her belongings used to make TikTok video recordings.
The former Srikandi PKR chief also claimed that the investigation on her was carried out following a police report lodged by a non-governmental organization (NGO) against her at the Dang Wangi police headquarters recently.
Through her Twitter account, Siti Aishah shared a link to her TikTok video on 23 June and commented on issues related to the government’s decision to withdraw subsidies from 1 July.
READ MORE: [Watch] If Eggs Are Expensive, Eat Fewer Eggs, KPDNHEP Gives Brilliant Solutions
Siti Aishah was appointed senator in 2015, and she is also active as a blogger commenting on issues related to national politics.
Terima kasih aunty wan atas doa dan dokongan.semoga Allah swt menerima doa semua.#kitajagakita #kembalipadatuhan pic.twitter.com/0KPEpb1kaI— sitiaishahSI (@SitiAishahSI) July 2, 2022
Is There Freedom Of Speech In Malaysia?
In Malaysia, as in most nations, freedom of speech and expression is protected.
Article 10 of the Federal Constitution declares categorically in Clause (1) (a) that “every citizen has the right to freedom of speech and expression”.
Free speech means speech within the laws. The police can investigate or arrest people for a wide range of activities or speech that contains elements of defamation, blasphemy, sedition and so forth
People can be investigated under the Penal Code, Sedition Act, Peaceful Assembly Act, and Communications and Multimedia Act.
For example, the police can invoke Section 504 of the Penal Code (intentional insult to provoke a breach of the peace) and Section 506 (criminal intimidation) to counter hate speeches.
malaysia is the only place where freedom of speech is legal but youre at risk of getting jailed if you're calling out the government LDMMMM https://t.co/hgg298oUsx— 🐧 (@DKSAMlRUL) May 1, 2021

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Najib Warded At Cheras Rehab Hospital, To Return To Kajang Prison After Getting Clearance From Specialist

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Incarcerated former premier Datuk Seri Najib Razak is receiving treatment at the Cheras Rehabilitation Hospital (CRH) after being referred to by the Kuala Lumpur Hospital (HKL) on 19 September.

According to the Prison Department, the Kuala Lumpur High Court ordered Najib to be sent to the hospital on 12 September for medical attention after his health deteriorated.
“In accordance with Section 37 of the Prisons Act and the provisions under it, as well as the United Nations Standard Minimum Rules for the Treatment of Prisoners (Mandela Rules), the Prison Department had sent Najib to HKL to receive treatment and observation from the specialist,” the department said in a statement.

“On 19 September, the HKL referred Najib to CRH for observation and further treatment until now,” it added.
The department said that Najib, who is serving a 12-year jail sentence for misappropriating RM42 million of SRC International Sdn Bhd funds, will be sent back to Kajang Prison once the specialists at CRH or HKL give him a medical clearance.

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Malaysians Can Register As Organ Donor Pledgers On MySejahtera Starting Tuesday

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Malaysians can start registering themselves as organ donor pledgers on MySejahtera on Tuesday (6 September).

According to Free Malaysia Today, Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin said the feature in the app would also provide updates on all matters regarding organ donation.
Back in March 2022, Khairy said the organ donation rate in Malaysia is one of the lowest in the world.
As such, a suggestion to make it easier for people to register as organ donors via an app like MySejahtera was put forward.
If you registered as an organ donor via MySejahtera, a digital copy of your organ donor card is saved in the app.
Your organ donor card should be kept on you at all times to expedite the donation process. If you registered as an organ donor via MySejahtera, a digital copy of your organ donor card is saved in the app. Credit: TRP
Currently, there are 10,442 individuals who are awaiting organ transplants in Malaysia.
The National Transplant Resource Centre stated that there have been 517,758 organ donor pledgers since 1997. However, only 779 were actual donors as of July 2022.
Malaysia also ranks 10th in the world for a low transplantation rate, with only 2.84 transplantations per 1000 of the population in 2021.
In 2020, the rate was 5.64 transplantations per 1000 of the population.
It’s advisable to inform your loved ones
If you decide to pledge yourself as an organ donor, it’s advisable to inform family members and loved ones beforehand to prevent complications in the future.
Public Awareness Action Committee for Organ Donation former chairman Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye said there were cases in the past whereby people had pledged to be organ donors but never informed their family members.
Due to this, their family members refused to allow such procedures to be carried out.
It’s important to remember that organs can only be donated once the family or next-of-kin gives consent.
READ MORE: Family obstruction is why M’sian organ donation rates are so low
What are the organs that can be donated in Malaysia?
The Health Ministry stated that individuals can donate organs and tissues such as the heart, lungs, liver, kidney, eyes/ cornea, heart valve, bones and skin.
According to the FAQ, organ and tissue donation doesn’t result in body disfigurement and every measure is taken to ensure the donor is treated with respect and kindness. Burial and open casket funerals are still possible if desired too.
If the donor is confirmed brain dead, all of their organs and tissues can be donated, while someone with a cardiac death can donate their tissues only.
Only the corneal tissues (eye) are retrieved for donation if the donor dies at home.
For more information, you can visit the official National Transplant Resource Centre website.
READ MORE: Wanna Be A Hero & Save A Life? You Could Be A Living Kidney Donor

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99 Areas In Klang Valley To Face Water Cuts Starting May 22

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If there’s one thing that the people of Klang Valley are very familiar with, it’s water cuts — unscheduled or scheduled.

Today Air Selangor announced that residents of 99 areas in Klang, Shah Alam, and Kuala Selangor are set to face water cuts due to emergency repair works that will take place next week.
The water disruption is also expected to last from May 22 up till May 23.
In a statement on Facebook, the state water supplier noted that water supply will be distributed to consumers in stages when the repair works are completed.
They added that this will only be done once the main water supply distribution system has been stabilised.
Furthermore, Air Selangor added that the repairs involve a main distribution pipe with a diameter of 2,200mm and a large-scale distribution area.

Therefore, the repair and recovery period takes a longer time to be completed. However, if the leak becomes critical, the emergency work to repair the broken pipe will start earlier than the expected date.
Air Selangor Malaysia
Air Selangor also advised affected customers to store adequate amounts of water supply as the time taken for supply to recover in affected areas will vary by location and water pressure at the distribution system.

We advise the affected customers to store an adequate water supply and use water prudently during the unscheduled water supply disruption period.
Air Selangor Malaysia
The list of areas affected by the scheduled water cut is available via this link.
Consumers can also obtain information on this unscheduled water supply disruption from time to time through their official communication channels such as the Air Selangor application, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter or contact Air Selangor at 15300.

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Some Countries Announce Covid-19 Restrictions In Preparation Of China’s Full Border Reopening

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China is fully reopening its borders in early January after three years, allowing for a more relaxed rule for international travel. Starting 8 January 2023, China will stop requiring inbound travellers to go into quarantine and will allow more mainland residents to travel abroad more easily, reported Reuters.

According to The Washington Post, Monday’s (26 December) abrupt announcement saw China dropping their costly zero Covid policy, which had the country under strict Covid-19 rules including frequent lockdowns in homes, mandatory testing that caused long waiting time outdoors in the cold, and the use of mass quarantine camps for even the mild cases.
Being the last major country to move toward treating Covid as endemic, the new loosening of restrictions in China is meant to help the resumption of travel for business, study and family reunions, especially with the Lunar New Year approaching.
In light of that, the South China Morning Post reported high search traffic surges on the nation’s travel websites, signalling the citizens’ eagerness to travel internationally. Trip.com Group, a travel website company said that among the top 10 destinations that China travellers are targeting are Japan, Thailand, South Korea, the US, Singapore, Malaysia, Australia and the UK.
However, even though Chinese citizens are allowed to travel outside of their mainland starting next month, not every country is welcoming them with unrestricted access.
Countries are adopting entry restrictions
The concern lies in the fact that China’s Covid-19 cases are still high. As stated by the BBC, China is reporting about 5,000 cases a day but analysts say much more numbers are vastly undercounted – the daily caseload may be closer to a million.
Many country officials stated discrepancies in Covid data in China have made it difficult for them to assess and figure out safety measures for their own countries. So far, India, Japan, Taiwan, US and Italy are all opting for tighter border controls to curb the spread of Covid-19 entering their countries.
A week ago, India mandated a Covid-19 test for travellers from China, Japan, Hong Kong, South Korea and Thailand. Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said that passengers who are tested positive or show signs of Covid will be put under quarantine. To minimise the risk of any new variant entering the country, they have also begun random testing of about 2% of passengers arriving from other countries at all international airports.
Japan will require tighter border controls for Covid-19 by requiring tests for all visitors from China starting Friday (December 30). Prime Minister Fumio Kishida announced on Tuesday (27 December) that travellers from the mainland would have to show a negative Covid test on arrival or quarantine for seven days. Furthermore, direct flights between the two countries will be limited to four major Japanese airports, for the time being, and won’t be increased, just to be safe.

Besides them, Taiwan will also test all flight and boat arrivals from mainland China for Covid-19 starting January 1. Wang Pi-sheng, head of Taiwan’s Central Epidemic Command Centre said at least 30,000 mainland-based Taiwanese were expected to return to the island for Lunar New Year, so making restrictions to safeguard public health is imperative.
After finding 50% of the passengers on two flights to Milan from Beijing and Shanghai Covid positive, Italy has begun testing all arrivals from China. Health Minister Orazio Schillaci said the mandatory testing for all passengers coming from China is essential in order to protect the Italian population.
Following those, the United States has also recently joined other countries in imposing Covid testing for visitors from China beginning January 5. Initially, US officials expressed concerns about the inadequate transparency of the Chinese Covid-19 data. Beijing’s foreign ministry refuted the claim and accused the Western countries and media of “hyping up” the situation.
Meanwhile, Singapore and Australia said that they will be maintaining their prevailing Covid-19 rules towards incoming travellers from the 1.4 billion-populated country and are not planning to announce new testing requirements. The UK however, is mulling over the topic currently.
What about Malaysia?
In accordance with the surging cases in China, Malaysia has put additional tracking and surveillance measures to keep the fresh infection spike in China in check.
As reported by Bernama, according to Health director-general Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah, the ministry would closely monitor the spread of the infection in the community through the implementation of surveillance activities.
The implementation of surveillance activities involves sentinel locations of influenza-like-illness (ILI) and severe acute respiratory infection (SARI) nationwide. It is also supported by whole genome sequencing (WGS) activities to detect new variants as well as environmental surveillance through sewage water sampling from identified locations throughout the country. Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah, Malaysia’s Health Director-General
In addition, among the other measures to be taken is to increase the percentage of booster dose uptakes to reduce the severity of infections and the risk of death.
The ministry will also strengthen the country’s Covid-19 management through the digitalisation of health management by improving the automated Find, Test, Trace, Isolate, and Support (FTTIS) approach. Through that, individuals would just have to report their Covid-19 test results to the MySejahtera application and have the surveillance order or release order issued digitally.

Besides that, Dr Noor Hisham also said that all Covid-19 Assessment centres (CAC) are ensured to be ready to receive a high number of patients. He also stated that the ministry had introduced the use of the antiviral drug, Paxlovid on 15 April to treat patients with mild to moderate symptoms or categories two and three with priority given to high-risk patients.
Despite all the other measures, no news of conducting tests on upcoming Chinese travellers are reported yet.
However, according to the Transport Minister, Anthony Loke, Malaysia will see a surge in flight demand following the reopening of China’s borders. There will be flights going in and out of China and he believes that it will increase the air traffic movement between both countries next year.

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[Video] Wealthy Entrepreneur Scolds Homeless Uncle But Apologised After Everyone Scolds Him Back

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Malaysians had a bone to pick with local entrepreneur and financial guru Khalif ‘Carl’ Samsudin who’s accused of being insensitive and rude towards the homeless.

A video posted and later deleted by Carl on Instagram had recorded his interaction with an elderly Pakcik at the Kuala Lumpur Homeless Transit Centre.
How old are you? 64? I ask you this, do you regret not being serious in your youth? Do you regret playing around when you were younger, not taking things seriously, being lazy? Do you regret that?Khalif ‘Carl’ Samsudin via Twitter.
Carl later asked the crowd whether they wanted to grow old, filled with regret and said “Have you ever wished one day, it doesn’t matter what religion you are from, you pray to God. God show me the way I want to change my life. What if God sent me to help you guys?”.
Rude and insensitive
Comments online showed netizens were generally displeased by Carl’s behaviour in the video.
Dear Carl SamsudinIm been working with high risk community for past 10 years.Gelandangan salah satu komuniti berisiko tinggi untuk jatuh ke kancah jenayah.Maybe God sent you to him, but have you ever think, that maybe God actually sent him to you?— Alya The Queen (@TheQueen_Alya) July 29, 2021
Awak tahu ke kehidupan Pakcik tu sebelum ini? Awak di sisinya selama bertahun-tahun yang lepas? Even so what gives YOU the right to berate another human beingMaybe I am not getting the complete picture.Please correct me. To “Carl Samsudin” I hope “God” sends you this message pic.twitter.com/GPVODF2rTT— Harith Iskander (@HarithIskander) July 28, 2021
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Merely motivational
Carl is known to run a fashion brand called Bella Ammara with his wife Sharifah Nabilla ‘Belle’ Al-Yahya Syed Shah as well as his own business and marketing motivational seminar.
With the negative comments being thrown in his direction, Carl’s lawyer, Emma Sakira reportedly said that the public had misinterpreted the video and that people were gunning to damage her client’s reputation.
They recorded the video and took a clip of him (Carl) giving a spirited motivational talk. He wasn’t being insulting but giving encouragement.Lawyer Emma Sakira via mStar.
The lawyer explained that Carl had been invited to provide a motivational talk entitled ‘Ubah Hidup’ or ‘change your life’ to 20 homeless people present at the transit centre on Tuesday (27 July).
Emma said her client would be making a police report on Thursday for the defamatory video.
SOP breach
With scenes from the video going viral, Carl was apparently fined for not wearing a face mask during his visit to the homeless shelter.
Dang Wangi Police Chief Mohamad Zainal Abdullah confirmed that a compound of RM1,500 was served to Carl on Wednesday.
I’m sorry Malaysia
Apologising for his actions, Carl later went on Twitter to explain what had happened.
In regards to the recent viral video. I never intended to insult anyone, especially the uncle. All my life I have never been rude to anyone, especially the elderly. I try my hardest to respect everyone. My life’s mission is only to help, be useful and change the lives of those in need, besides being a servant of God. Honestly, before, during and after I finished talking, I had been polite with the uncle and all the other homeless people and they were happy that day.Khalif ‘Carl’ Samsudin via Twitter.
Carl said that the elderly uncle seen in the video had volunteered when asked to share his story and the regrets that he may have throughout his life.
I was enquiring from the uncle and based on his answers I shared it in a spirited manner to the others. If you watch the video carefully, you’ll see what I was trying to convey.Khalif ‘Carl’ Samsudin via Twitter.
IM SORRY 🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/QL1qdAcER0— CARL SAMSUDIN (@carlsamsudin) July 29, 2021

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Tak pakai mask... influencer dikompaun RM1,500 selepas malukan warga tua di pusat gelandangan
Penyebar fitnah dikenal pasti, peguam dakwa ada rancangan jatuhkan Carl Samsudin!


Penang lecturer calls tardy student to come for class, Twitterjaya swoons

A lecturer from Politeknik Seberang Perai went viral recently when she called a late student and convinced them to come to class.

Bila lecturer bagi ayat win kat pelajar terlajak tido.
HAHAHAHAH pic.twitter.com/0NxJkNl3c7
— nan_ (@Nuneon1) August 1, 2019

You’re only late for half an hour, you can still make the other half hour.
You live nearby, so just come.
But be careful while riding your motorbike, don’t rush.
Puan Saadah on the phone call with her student
Twitterjaya fell in love with her for how motherly and understanding she was.

'Tapi jangan rushing, bawak moto elok elok' pic.twitter.com/qc0yw1THIA
— ain (@asyranazme) August 5, 2019

This is what we called ;
P E N D I D I K
— Jibril (@_jibreil) August 5, 2019

This is what we call educator.

Beruntung anak-anak beliau ada ibu yang baik, bertimbangrasa & penyayang mcm ni. Bersyukurlah kalian dpt beliau sbagai lecturer yg bagus & prihatin. Respect.👍💖
— M A R 🇲🇾🇹🇷 (@mar__diaz12) August 5, 2019

Lucky for her children who have a wonderful, thoughtful, and loving mother. Thank you for being such a good & caring lecturer. Respect.

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Of course, many netizens also fondly remember their lecturers who didn’t share the same tender loving care for students…

Bagus lec ni dia kata â€œbawak motor slow2 . Jangan rushâ€
Lecture aku dulu : 5 minit tak sampai , saya drop subject awak
— Khairul Azman (@Khairul_35) August 5, 2019

So nice that the lecturer asks him to “be careful on the motorbike, don’t rush”
My lecturer: if you’re not here within 5 minutes, I’m dropping your subject.

I quit my engineering after my lecturer said "Asyraf you're out. I don't want to see in my maths class" if you know how much i love add math. Aku cuma lambat masuk 15 minit. Malam sebelum kejadian, aku ambil inhaler sbb lelah. Pagi tu lecturer ckp mcm ni. Aku berhenti.
— Kim Kimchi (@Muhammad_asyrff) August 5, 2019

I was only 15 minutes late. The day before, I was tired and needed my inhaler. Then in the morning, this is what the lecturer said. I quit.

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Of course, many netizens also urged often-late students to buck up and get disciplined.

Bila dapat lecturer macam ni, hargai dengan ubah attitude kita. Janganlah lepas tu makin sakan hari-hari datang lambat.
Kalau tak datang, maklumkan, kalau terlambat, mintak maaf, dan kalau lecturer tu bagi peluang apatah lagi ilmu, rajinkan mulut untuk selalu ucap terima kasih.
— Faez Ne'Man (@EzNeman) August 5, 2019

When you get a lecturer like this, appreciate it by changing your attitude. Don’t come late everyday after that.
If you do not come, please inform them; if you are late, apologize; and if the lecturer is willing to give you a chance AND educate you, please open your mouth to say thank you.

To me it just teaches you to respect time, be on time and more disciplined when it comes to managing your time.
Kalau lecturer yg busy tu boleh datang class on time, why can't the students?
— Not a mind reader. (@AnxiousQuill) August 5, 2019

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lecturer strict macamtu bukan apa. Dia taknak nanti student terbiasa dengan cultural datang lambat bila dekat tempat kerja.
— Shah (@abangshah_yoi) August 5, 2019

Having a strict lecturer isn’t a big deal. They just don’t want students to get used to a culture of being late even in a working environment.

Oh my God is she babysitting a 5 year old who canâ€™t differentiate the right from the wrong
— tart nenas keju 🍍 (@misshaibaraai) August 5, 2019

Robert Downey Jr Facepalm GIF from Robertdowneyjr GIFs

Tegas utk membentuk disiplin bro. Kau mcm mengangkat dan membela org y kaki lewat plak bro. Kalau semua lect mcm ni naik lemak students. Aku yakin jepun y maju y membentuk rakyat dia disiplin dan sgt menepati masa x buat mcm ni.
— hasif azaman (@hasif_182) August 5, 2019

You have to be strict to establish discipline. If you keep coddling and defending people who are always late, they will always take advantage of these lecturers. I believe the Japanese are advanced because their citizens are very disciplined and punctual do not do this.

Malaysians are notorious for being late, hence the many jokes we have regarding “Malaysian Timing”.

So well-known, it’s the first autofill on Google Search.

In fact, it’s to be expected that Malaysians will be late for almost everything, even business meetings, with a handy excuse of “jam la bro“.
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[Watch] Malaysian Model Steals Limelight After Getting A Kiss From HK Comedian Eric Tsang

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An unknown 26-year-old Malaysian model has stolen the limelight on social media after Eric Tsang Chi-wai kissed her.

The 69-year-old Tsang is a veteran Hong Kong actor, film director, producer, and television host.
Tsang was at a birthday party for Bara Lai, a lanky model 180cm tall.
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Birthday Party Goes Viral
In the video taken, she was seen busy taking pictures of her birthday cake as friends present clapped and sang the Cantonese version of happy birthday.
Tsang not only sang along during the party but also put his arms around her and joined the birthday girl in blowing out the candles on her cake.
He kissed the birthday girl on her lips, drawing applause from the onlookers and making Lai very happy.
Lai commented about it on social media.
This year I got the Prize Master to blow my birthday candles and wish me ‘Happy Birthday’, my wish this year is (for) world peace without any hatred.Malaysian model Bara Lai on being kissed by Tsang on her birthday.
Netizens Are All Abuzz
Lai is a relative newcomer in the entertainment industry, but her resume included a jewellery commercial shoot with HK actor Benjamin Yuen.
Lai is the rumoured goddaughter of prominent Hong Kong businessman Lawrence Yu and a regular feature at yacht parties and elite parties.
She enjoys a massive following on her social media profile which is full of pictures of her out at sea and outfitted in bikinis which show off her curvaceous figure.
Netizens speculated about her relationship with Tsang, given that he acted as if he was her boyfriend during the party.
They questioned if this was a birthday celebration or if the birthday girl was being taken advantage of.
It caught so much attention that HK pundits also discussed the incident besides reporting by local media.

Tsang Clears The Air
In response, Tsang said he was merely trying to be polite and dismissed the matter as trivial.
The media quoted Tsang as being there for caviar tasting when an acquaintance brought a few friends over.
They asked if he could join in singing a birthday song for Lai, their friend, which Tsang obliged.
I feel like the birthday kiss was just a slight touch. This is common courtesy. We’ve done the same wishes for friends’ birthdays! Also, we have a habit of not posting it on Facebook. I really don’t think it’s such a big deal. Veteran Hong Kong actor Eric Tsang explaining how he ended up kissing the Malaysian model.
Tsang said many people called him afterwards, which prompted him to speak about the matter.
He added that being a celebrity, it is common for people to ask him to sing happy birthday.
Tsang said when he goes to birthday parties or weddings, people always call him on stage to sing together.
He added that he had done this with reporters he was familiar with and that they were even more intimate in the past.
Tsang kissing the Malaysian model Lai. (Pix: Instagram)
Showbiz Maestro
Tsang is best known for hosting the variety show Super Trio series on the Hong Kong television network TVB for over 18 years.
He is mainly known as a comedic actor thanks to 80s hits such as My Lucky Stars (1985), which featured Penang as a tourist destination.
In 2014, Tsang was in Ipoh to shoot the movie Hello Babies. The movie was shot at Gaharu Tea Valley in Gopeng and the Foh San Restaurant in Ipoh.

In September 2021, he was promoted to general manager of content operations at Television Broadcasts Limited (TVB).
TVB contents are popular in Malaysia and it is the top channel viewed by Chinese subscribers on Astro.
The popular shows include the Super Trio Series variety show hosted by Tsang,  so famous that it had remained in production for 18 years.

Allegations Of Sexual Misconduct
He is no stranger to controversies and has often been surrounded by a bevvy of beauties.
Recently, he was accused of staring at Miss Hong Kong contestants during the swimsuit segment.
Tsang, a host at the pageant, said he could only look in that direction due to his height.
He is 1.59m tall.

Accused of staring at Miss HK contestants’ bikinis, comedian Eric Tsang blames height https://t.co/YrZA3TbJ3J— Malay Mail (@malaymail) September 28, 2022
In 2018, the big-name Hongkong star was also accused of raping HK actress Yammie Lam.
Tsang, regarded as a ‘big brother’ in HK showbiz, denied the accusation and claimed it was fake news.
The incident was said to be why Lam turned from a budding actress to a mental patient.
Tsang also faced other accusations of sexual misconduct throughout his career, including allegations of drink spiking and date rape drugs.
This is Yammie Lam (藍潔瑛), she was found dead today. She was a famous Hong Kong actress. 30 years ago she was raped by two actors, Eric Tsang 曾志偉 and Alan Tang. After that she gradually lost her mind, and ended her life broke and in mental institutions. pic.twitter.com/wYjc1NrOPf— 🇺🇦 Le démocrate inconnu 🇺🇦 (@ChrisMcCandl) November 3, 2018

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Cabinet Ministers’ Quarantine Period Cut Short To 3 Days, #AdhamBabaLetakJawatan Trends

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The quarantine period for Cabinet Ministers who return from overseas have been shortened from 10 days to three days following an amendment to Act 342.

The amendment will be in effect from today until 1 August, based on the Prevention and Control Infectious Diseases (Exemption) Order 2021.
Based on reports, everyone else who returns from international trips are required to undergo a 10-day quarantine period.
Credit: Twitter/Former Education Minister Dr Maszlee Malik
But they need to follow an itinerary?
It was later explained by Health Minister Datuk Dr Adham Baba to CodeBlue that it only applies to Ministers who they follow a strict bubble itinerary.
What that means is that the delegation only meets their overseas counterparts without taking part in any other outside activities between official meetings.
How did the people react?
The decision caught the attention of some of the prominent figures in the country, including Perlis Mufti, Datuk Dr Mohd Asri Zainul Abidin who tweeted a cheeky question asking whether he could also have three-day period if he went overseas.
Bolehkah kalau saya ke luar negara saya hanya dikuarantin 3 hari? Apakah beza tubuh saya dengan tubuh mereka yang mendapat kelonggaran ‘istimewa’?— Dr MAZA official (@realDrMAZA) February 9, 2021
Former Education Minister Datuk Dr Maszlee Malik was a bit more direct in his criticism, saying that it’s a clear sign of double standards being practiced right now.
Never we expected that Malaysia would have gone to this level…If it is not clearly double standard, then what is it? pic.twitter.com/K1SutuF3BB— Maszlee Malik 🇲🇾 (@maszlee) February 9, 2021
Even Former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak had a say on it as he went on Facebook and the Sabah State Elections as an example of why it’s a bad idea to shorten the quarantine days.

Meanwhile, Marina Mahathir pointed out that the median incubation period for Covid-19 is between four to five days.
‘The median incubation period for Covid-19 is 4-5 days’ #justsaying pic.twitter.com/XAP3zXSf4J— Marina Mahathir (@netraKL) February 9, 2021
But the one who takes the cake, is Fahmi Reza who tweeted an illustration comparing the treatment given to the common folk and Cabinet Ministers.
pic.twitter.com/EUzvHmBQ5D— Fahmi Reza (@kuasasiswa) February 9, 2021
The amendment comes hot on the heels of a movement on social media that, among others, called for Covid-19 SOPs to be enforced equally on all levels of Malaysian society.
Many were critical towards the decision and the Health Minister, with the hashtag #AdhamBabaLetakJawatan trended on Twitter, with 11.3k tweets as the time of writing.
Credit: Twitter

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Here’s How The Ministry Of Higher Education Wants To Help Fresh Graduates

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Hordes of students go through the adventure of higher education, not knowing if there is a light at the end of the tunnel, in their case, a job.

Times are tough for both sides of the employment field, especially for fresh graduates, who tend to have little to no working experience.
Being a party with concern on the matter, the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE), has gotten involved, sparking various initiatives to help this particular group.
One of the long term strategies the ministry has is the Graduate Employability Strategic Plan, to run from this year till 2025, and is expected to be launched soon.
According to the Ministry’s Planning and Research Division Secretary, Datuk Shaharuddin Abu Sohot in an RTM interview, it would contain 4 strategies, 13 incentives and 31 activities.
Credit: Malay Mail
The move will also serve as the main guideline for institutes of higher learning to ensure the employability of their graduates, to survive in a competitive world and fit in to various industries.
Shaharuddin said that application of 21st century skills and use of a Future Ready Curriculum in line with industry needs, are among four focus points in the plan.
Twenty-first century skills are those that have been identified as important and necessary. Skills that every graduate who is entering the job market should have.Datuk Shaharuddin Abu Sohot, Secretary, MOHE Planning and Research Division
According to Shaharuddin, those skills include technology literacy, information and communication, creativity and innovation, and critical thinking.
The Future Ready Curriculum, he added, is an organic and flexible curriculum that emphasises on transformative teaching and learning, also enabling alternative interpretations for students.
Landing jobs for fresh graduates
Credit: Malay Mail
According to a report by the Malay Mail, the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM) found that unemployment had risen by a concerning 0.4% among graduates in the year 2020, compared to the previous year.
Needless to say, it was the pandemic that had caused this, crippling the economy and causing workforces to shrink rapidly.
Shararuddin said the employability rate of graduates had dropped by 1.8% to 84.4% in 2020, from 86.2% in 2019.
This percentage is a measurement of a graduate’s capability to find a job within six months after completing their studies, meaning the higher the percentage, the better chances graduates have at finding a job.
Under the National Economic Recovery Plan (PENJANA), the Ministry has carried out two programmes – the Career Advancement Programme, and Personal Certification, based on skills and upskilling training to increase employability.
The primary aims of the Career Advancement Programme are job matching and placement, entrepreneurial programmes and and gig economy. The latter, purposed to help graduates pursue income through gig economy and freelancing.
Shaharuddin said the targets are public and private institution graduates from 2019 to 2021 who are still unemployed.
“The uniqueness of these programmes is that it promises job placements the moment they complete their training, but they need to fulfil the necessary criteria,” he said.
He added that more than 68,000 students had part-time businesses while learning, and that nearly 8,000 of them continued their businesses after completing their studies.
Stating that the Ministry was always working together with institutions and academia, he proceeded to conclude, “This is not only concentrated on having one-off programmes but looks into medium and long term initiatives such as reviewing modules, improving the curriculum and having a more industry-driven environment for students.”

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Prices Of Goods Are Going Up Soon, Says Deputy Minister

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Suppliers and traders have been warned against excessive price hiking by the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (KPDNHEP) or risked facing stern actions taken against them.

Its Deputy Minister, Datuk Rosol Wahid pledged that each and every case of excessive price increases will be investigated thoroughly throughout the nation to prevent excessive profiteering activities by any parties.
“With regards to the price increase, there is no single way to curb the issue as it is a global phenomenon that affected the whole world. What the government can do is to subsidise the goods.
“We admit that there will be an increase in the price of the goods due to various factors, including Covid-19, transportation, the foreign exchange rate, the Russian-Ukraine war and also the floods. Even the announcement of the new minimum wage of RM1,500 is feared to be another contributing factor,” Rosol was quoted as saying by Utusan Malaysia.
Rosol said that 1,000 price monitoring officers will monitor business activities across the country.
Earlier, Utusan Malaysia reported that bazaars Ramadan traders and traders associations in Kedah, Selangor, Perak dan Negeri Sembilan had stated that they will have to raise the prices of their menus to cover the cost of increasing goods.
Rosol reminded the traders to be mindful and not to burden the consumers or face being taken action under the Price Control and Anti-Profiteering Act (AKHAP) 2011.

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Razer’s RGB Face Mask Is Finally Coming At The End Of The Year

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After a strong positive response from the public for their concept high-tech N95 mask at Consumer Electronics Show (CES) earlier this year, Razer decided to make Project Hazel a reality and announced that it will begin to ship the masks in the early fourth quarter of this year (between September and December) .

Razer is best known for its brightly lit black and green gaming peripherals, but they have never been to shy from stepping out of their comfort zone.
Back in 2018, Razer partnered with Berjaya and chose Malaysia as the first market for their digital wallet, Razer Pay.
Razer’s Project Hazel had gone through some changes since it was first shown off as a concept. Some cosmetic changes includes RGB lighting around the filter pods, and an internal light so that the wearer’s facial expressions can be seen through the anti-fog plastic shield.

There’s even some audio processing to make your voice not sound like you’re talking into a plastic container.
To add more credibility to the effectiveness of the mask, Razer took what they have learned from turning one of their manufacturing facilities into a surgical masks production facility and applied it to Project Hazel.
The mask uses silicone around the edges for an airtight seal, adjustable earloops for comfort, replaceable N95 filters, and you can also adjust the amount of airflow. Plus, it comes in multiple sizes.
Basically it is a transparent plastic half face shield with a silicone gasket and ear loops, and light up powered air filters. But, it sure looks cool in the pre-rendered images.
First public appearance back in 2021
Razer’s Project Hazel was first announced as a concept in January at Consumer Electronics Show (CES).
Not a lot was known about the mask except that it looks very futuristic with a translucent window and light-up rings surrounding its rechargeable active ventilation and auto sterilisation pods.
It also comes in a charger case that has a built-in UV steriliser.
Renders, as seen at CES 2021 / Razer
Back then Razer, told The Verge that they were working with a team of medical experts and scientists to develop the mask and that they are looking to achieve the N95 certification.
If things go as planned, by the time this mask is available, most Malaysians will already have gotten vaccinated, but masks could still be mandatory. For that stunning cyberpunk look, there’s nothing else in the market quite like Razer’s Project Hazel.
Razer Project Hazel is available exclusively on Razer’s website. You can tell them that you are interested in getting one here and even try one on using an Instagram filter.

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[Watch] 19 Students Trapped In A Lift In Kota Damansara Rescued By Firefighters

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19 private college students in Kota Damansara can count their lucky stars as they escaped a malfunctioned lift without any injury.

In a Facebook posting yesterday, the Sungai Buloh Fire and Rescue Department shared a video of a rescue operation which occurred on Saturday – to remind the public, not to overload when riding in a lift.
Inside the video, one of the firefighters can be heard communicating to a person, who is believed to be in charge of the students, asking her at what level is the lift stuck in.

Another firefighter can be seen opening the out-of-order lift’s door with a key before helping the trapped college students – all females – get out of the lift that was stuck between the first and ground floor.
One of the victims almost loses her consciousness due to the incident.
“Excessive loads will cause the lift to malfunction even if the overload warning sound was not emitted.
“It is advisable to be patient and to use the lift properly to avoid any unwarranted mishaps from taking place,” the Sungai Buloh Fire and Rescue Department wrote in its posting.

They also warned the public that it is possible for victims that were trapped in a lift to suffocate and lose their consciousness due to the heat and lack of oxygen.
Responding to the incidents, netizens were baffled at the poor decision-making of the victims but applauds the department’s swift action in saving them.

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General Movement Control Order (MCO 3.0) SOPs By MKN [UPDATED 11 MAY 2021]

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For your convenience, we’ve been translating to English the standard operating procedures (SOPs) released by the National Security Council (MKN).

This translation is provided “As Is” so please refer to the original document in Bahasa Malaysia (linked at the bottom) where necessary.
Do note that the changes from previous SOP have been marked with ** and italicised.

Areas Involved
THE WHOLE COUNTRY**Specific measures being implemented in Sabah, Sarawak and the Federal Territory of Labuan are continued.
Activities ALLOWED
Permitted economic sectorsBuying/obtaining necessitiesGet health & medical treatmentTo carry out official Government affairs and judicial duties
Activities NOT ALLOWED
Cross-district movement in MCO areas and across other states without permission from PDRM.Movement in and out of the MCO area without PDRM permissionPlease refer to the List of Unauthorized Activities
Banned Activities (Negative List)
Economic ActivitiesSpa operations, reflexology, massage centers and pedicure and manicure services.Entertainment activitiesActivities in nightclubs or pubs and in cinemas.Social activitiesFormal or informal events by government or private sector.Social events such as feasts, Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebrations, wedding or engagement celebrations, wedding ceremonies, receptions, aqiqah ceremonies, prayers, tahlil, birthday celebrations, birthday celebrations, reunions, retreats and other social events.Seminars, workshops, courses, trainings, conferences, talks, exhibitions and face-to-face activities related to Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions (MICE).Tourism activitiesPublic tourist attraction products such as zoos, farms, aquariums, edutainment centers, extreme, adventure, nature parks and others.Premises of art, culture and heritage such as museums, libraries, art galleries, cultural heritage art centers or villages, cultural performance stages and others.Theme Park, Family Entertainment Center, indoor playground and karaoke including family karaoke.Tourism activities outside the district and state.Overseas tourism activities by citizens and domestic tourism activities involving foreign tourists entering Malaysia.Sports and recreational activitiesAll sports and recreational activities other than those listed.Operation of all sports and recreational facilities or premises except public parks which are subject to the Local Authority (PBT).Sports and recreational activities carried out in groups or involving physical contact.Organizing tournaments, competitions or friendly matches without the special permission of KBS.The presence of spectators or supporters to a stadium or sports and recreation venue.Sports and recreational activities carried out outside or across the movement command area that are in force unless authorized by PDRM.Mass activities that complicate physical imprisonment such as fun runs, fun rides, marathons, triathlons and so on.Participation of Malaysian players, participants, officials or technicians to tournaments, competitions or matches abroad without the support of KBS and the permission of the Malaysian Immigration Department.Creative IndustryPerformances in hotel lounges.Indoor or outdoor busking activities.Other Activities Which Are Not PermittedAny activity that could cause many people to be present at the same location that it complicates physical distancing and compliance with the instructions set by the Director General of Health.Other matters decided by the Government from time-to-time.

Movement Control
Crossing of state and district boundaries are not allowed (based on district boundaries set by the State Government).PDRM is responsible for implementing control over local areas of infection with the help of ATM, APM & RELA. The entrance and exit of the PKP area is closed andcontrolled entry by PDRM.**The number of passengers in private vehicles, taxis and e-hailing is limited to three (3) people only including drivers to obtain health care or medical services, obtain food supplies, medicine, dietary supplements, basic necessities and daily necessities.Movement to obtain health care or medical services to the district closest to his residence is allowed if the health care or medical services are not in the district.The number of persons allowed in the vehicle carrying goods as well as the chain of economic or industrial activities depends on the commercial vehicle registration license.**Activities and services at all airports and ports are allowed to operate.**Public transport services such as stop buses, express buses, LRT, MRT, ERL, Monorail, ferries, planes and other public transport are allowed to operate (operating hours according to license conditions) and based on vehicle capacity.**The number of people allowed in public transport must comply with the SOPs that have been set.The movement of vehicles of Government departments or private companies for the purpose of going to and from work or carrying out official Government or private business is dependent to the seating capacity of the vehicle.**All Public and Private Institutes of Higher Learning, Skills Training Institutes, tahfiz centers and other educational institutions are closed for a period of four (4) weeks from 12 May 2021 to 7 June 2021. IPTs under the supervision of MOHE continue online.**All schools under the MOE, private educational institutions in the category of schools and centers such as tuition centers, language centers, skills centers, guidance centers and others that are registered under the MOE will be closed closed for a period of four (4) weeks from 12 May 2021 to 7 June 2021.**Only students of international schools and expatriate schools involved in international examinations are allowed to attend to sit for the examination according to the examination schedule set by the international examination body.**IPT students who are in need are allowed to return to campus by obtaining a movement permission letter to cross the state or district from the IPT.**All face-to-face Teaching and Learning (TL) activities are not allowed except for students in need until a date that will informed by the Government.**International examinations and professional bodies as well as research activities that require laboratory facilities at Institutions of Higher Learning (IPT) are allowed accordingly**The SOP of the IPT and the movement must be accompanied by confirmation by the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) or the relevant IPT.**The movement of lecturers, teachers, teaching staff or institutional administration for the purpose of Teaching and Learning (PdP) is allowed in schools, educational institutions are allowed with the approval from KPM, KPT or IPT.**Students who are in boarding schools, universities or institutions are allowed to be in such boarding schools, universities or institutions and continue learning in a hybrid manner.**The return movement of students who are in hostels or Educational Institutions is in stages according to the decision of the MOE, MOHE or IPT. Inter-district and interstate movement for this purpose are allowed with a letter of permission from the MOE, MOHE or IPT.Movement for cases of death, natural disasters and other emergencies is allowed after obtaining permission from PDRM.The movement of disaster or humanitarian aid by NGOs needs to obtain permission from the State Disaster Management Committee or the Disaster Management Committee.Districts in the areas affected by the disaster and the aid is channeled through the Disaster Operations Control Center (PKOB) in the area.Interstate travel permits are allowed for long-distance married couples by obtaining PDRM permission.Members of Parliament and State Assemblymen are allowed across districts and states for the purpose of official business or visiting areas.Movement of Short Term Business Visitors under the approval of the One Stop Center Initiative (OSC) for official or business purposes is allowed after obtaining permission from PDRM.Movement across districts and states for the purpose of COVID-19 vaccination at Vaccination Centers (PPVs) outside the district or state of residence is permitted by showing appointment details on the MySejahtera application, website or SMS.
Credit: Malay Mail
Activities In The MCO Area
Restaurants, eateries, food stalls, food trucks, roadside hawkers, circulating hawkers, food courts, hawker centres, roadside food stalls or kiosks are allowed to operate between 6.00 am to 10.00 pm.Food selling activities are allowed by take-away, drive-through or delivery starts at 6.00 am to 10.00 pm.Dine-in is not allowed during the MCO period.Grocery stores, convenience stores and daily necessities stores are allowed to operate between 6.00 am to 10.00 pm.Hospitals, clinics and medical laboratories can operate for up to 24 hours or according to operating permission license.Pharmacies can operate from 6.00 am to 10.00 pm.Petrol stations can operate from 6.00 am to 10.00 pm except for those on the highway which can operate for up to 24 hours.Daily markets, farmers markets, public markets and weekly markets can operate from 7.00 morning to 2.00 pm with compliance with SOPs and supervision of RELA members or PBT.The wholesale market can operate from 12.01 am to 6.00 am and 11.00 am until 4.00 pm with compliance with SOPs and supervision of RELA members or PBT.The night market can operate from 4.00 pm to 10.00 pm with compliance with SOPs and supervision of RELA or PBT members.Veterinaries and pet food shops are allowed to operate from 6.00 am to 10.00 pm.Laundry shops, laundromats, eyeglass shops, car washes, barbershops and salons (barber services only) are allowed to operate from 6.00 am to 10.00 pm.Self-service laundromats need to ensure employees are on the premises in compliance with the prescribed SOPs.
Note:
The State Government may tighten this SOP for the purpose of controlling the spread of COVID-19.Owners of premises, activities or programs listed in the Hotspot Identification for Dynamic Engagement (HIDE) list shall take intervention action namely implement premise sanitation, improve control and customer compliance monitoring and implement premise closure if directed by District Health Officer after risk assessment is conducted.
Credit: Malay Mail
Operating and Movement Authorization for Public and Private Services
All economic and business sectors approved by the relevant Ministry or Agency can operate during the MCO period. The movement of employees is subject to registration or operating approval letter or employee pass or employer confirmation letter.The movement of official Government affairs must be accompanied by documents, official Government letters or employee passes.Attendance capacity of employees for the public service based on the Circular or Instruction of the Public Service Department (JPA). While for the private sector based on 30% for the Management Group and the number of operating employees or support is set by the employer.
General Health Protocols
Licensees and premises owners ensure control the entry and exit of customers into the premises with a physical distancing of 1 meter.Licensees and premises owners are required to provide MySejahtera QR Code facility and provide customer attendance registration book.Hand sanitizers are provided at the entrance and its use is ensured before entering.The use of MySejahtera is mandatory in the area of with Internet access.The use of customer attendance registration books is only allowed in areas where there is no internet coverage or other reasonable reasons (senior citizens, absence of smartphones etc.).Licensees and premises owners ensure that customers check in the premises using MySejahtera or manually write the name and no. phone if there is no internet coverage.Customers and visitors are required to check in MySejahtera or manually write the name and phone number before entering the premises.For shopping malls, supermarkets or department stores, customers only need to perform a body temperature scan once at the entrance of the complex and not at every business premises under one complex.Body temperatures of above 37.5 degrees Celsius are not allowed to enter the complex and premises.The owners of complexes and premises outside the complex must ensure that only customers with “Low Risk” status in MySejahtera, are allowed to enter their respective complexes or premises.Children under the age of 12 are not encouraged to be in public places and facilities except for emergency, treatment and educational purposes.Licensees and premises owners limit the number of customers on the premises with a physical distancing of 1 meter radius at a time.Each premise must display the number of customer entry limits at a time. The use of a queue number system should be encouraged for customers entering from a premise.All building owners are required to provide a QR Code on each level.Employees, suppliers and customers are required to wear face masks properly in accordance with MOH recommendations while on the premises.Ensure good ventilation and ventilation system in the premises.It is mandatory to wear a face mask especially when in a public or crowded place except for the following activities and places:a) Hotel rooms or paid accommodation alone and involving members of the household.b) Solitary workspace.c) Outdoor sports and recreational activities.d) Own vehicle and involve household members.e) Indoor or outdoor public areas and places without any other individuals.f) While eating and drinking in a public place without any other individual (other than in restaurants or food premises).
Credit: Malay Mail
Meetings
Internal face-to-face meetings of Government and private agencies WITHOUT INVOLVING EXTERNAL REPRESENTATIVES are permitted.Meeting members are from the same premises, office or building and do not involve cross -county or state.Meetings are encouraged to be conducted by video conference.
**Fisheries, Plantation, Agriculture and Livestock Sector Activities
**The fisheries, plantation, agriculture, livestock and all those related to the food chain sectors are allowed to operate.**Fishing activities for subsistence purposes are allowed.
Credit: Malay Mail
**Religious Activities
**Islamic religious activities such as congregational prayers, Friday prayers and Sunat Aidilfitri prayers in mosques and suraus are allowed with a congregation attendance not exceeding 50 people for mosques and suraus that can accommodate more than 1,000 worshipers and 20 people for mosques and suraus that can accommodate less than 1,000 worshipers in accordance with the ruling of the State Religious Authority.**Islamic wedding ceremonies (akad nikah) at the Religious Department and mosques are allowed with attendance in accordance with the ruling of the State Religious Authority.**Management of Islamic funerals is allowed in accordance with the ruling of the State Religious Authority.**Non-Muslim House of Worship activities are allowed in accordance with the ruling of the Ministry of National Unity (IGP).**For the registration of marriages for non -Muslims at the National Registration Department (JPN), Houses of Worship and Religious Associations are allowed in attendance according to the decision of the JPN.**Management of non-Muslim funerals is allowed in accordance with the ruling of the Ministry of National Unity (IGP).
Credit: Malay Mail
Child Care Centers, Kindergartens, Nurseries and Day Care Centers
Childcare Centers, kindergartens, nurseries, kindergartens within private, international and expatriate schools as well as mind development centers for children aged 4 to 6 years are allowed to operate in accordance with SOPs set by the relevant Ministry or Agency.Parents or guardians who send children to childcare centers are allowed to use vehicles with the number of child passengers according to the capacity of the vehicle.Day care centers or rehabilitation centers for the Disabled (OKU), the elderly, women and various care centers are allowed to operate.
**Sports and Leisure Activities
**Sports and recreational activities performed individually in open areas without physical contact are limited to jogging, cycling and exercise only by adhering to a physical distancing of at least 1.5 meters and performed in a neighborhood or any area within the same district subject to movement control instructions which is in effect.**The organization of local and international tournaments, competitions or friendly matches according to the sports bubble model is limited to the organization of the Malaysian Football League (MFL) and any with the special permission of KBS only without the presence of spectators.**Quarantine centralized training program implemented by the National Sports Council (NSC) and State Sports Councils (State NSC) using the Camp Based Training concept.**Quarantine centralized training program for teams in MFL using the sports bubble model (Camp Based Training).**Participation of Malaysian players, participants, officials or technicians to tournaments, competitions or matches abroad with the support of KBS and the permission of the Malaysian Immigration Department (JIM).
Credit: Malay Mail
**Creative Industry
**Recording activities for music, concerts, filming, talks, live streaming and the like are allowed for indoor recording (studio) with a minimal number of crew and without spectators and in compliance with the Creative Industry SOP.**Creative content development activities including music production, animation and filming of films, dramas and documentaries made in the studio are permitted.**Drive-in cinemas are allowed.
**Seminars, Workshops, Courses, Training and Talks
**On-going in-service training can be implemented in the training area through the Camp Based Training method.**Seminars, workshops, courses, trainings and talks conducted online are allowed.
Other Activities
Driving Institutes, Aviation Training Centers and Maritime Training Centers are allowed to operate based on SOPs provided by the Ministry of Transport.Other matters decided by the Government from time-to-time.
Credit: MSN

For more information, you can take a look at the official SOPs in Bahasa Malaysia, or check out the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases (Measures within Infected Local Areas) (Movement Control) Regulations 2021.

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Charles Santiago: “DAP Never Told Me GE14 Would Be My Last Hurrah”

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Incumbent Klang MP Charles Santiago has denied that he was informed by his party, the DAP, that the 14th General Election would be his last term.

Taking it to Twitter, the three-term MP urged his party “not to tarnish “his images in order to manage the backlash received from the rakyat following his snubbing.
STATEMENT: Please don’t tarnish my integrity to manage backlashLet me make this clear: the Democratic Action Party (DAP) never informed me that 2018 would be the last time I would be fielded as a candidate. Read the whole thread 👇 pic.twitter.com/oBrz4QG1DB— Charles Santiago (@mpklang) October 28, 2022
“There were no such arrangements and no indication about calls to replace me (or who made these calls) in 2013 or 2018, as suggested by Selangor DAP Chairman, Gobind Singh Deo,” the activist-turned-politician tweeted in a long thread today.
He claimed that the narrative that it has been decided all along that DAP would replace him with another party leader for GE15 in Klang as an afterthought to mitigate the backlash from his constituents.
While he is glad that both Gobind and DAP secretary-general Anthony recognised his magnanimity in accepting the decision to sit him out for GE15, Santiago said that it is unfortunate that both leaders would resort to such responses in facing public criticism.
“It’s just too painful for me to write this because I am determined to ensure a Pakatan Harapan (PH) victory in this general election and would like to see the DAP do well at the polls.”
He however said that he would continue to support PH and calls for the Klang constituents to continue backing the Opposition in the upcoming GE15, slated for 19 November.
“Let me set the record straight: I entered politics for the sole purpose of advancing the agenda of the people and giving voice to those who can’t speak for themselves. DAP was the platform I chose and it has been the best platform for me to do so, for which I am forever grateful.”
He ended his tweet by saying: “I was not in politics to build my faction,” where he also tagged the DAP, Gobind and Loke in his update.
DAP has named Selangor state executive councillor V. Ganabatirau, as Santiago’s replacement
Apart from Santiago, DAP also decided against fielding Tony Pua (Damansara), Ong Kian Ming (Bangi) and Wong Tack (Bentong) to defend their respective constituency in the upcoming general election.
Ong however had previously indicated that he would not seek reelection in Bangi in GE15.
READ MORE: Shake-Ups in DAP: Tony Pua Retires, Charles Santiago Will Not Defend Klang, #SyahUntukBangi

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Double Happiness: Why The Chinese Love “Doubles” At Every Joyous Occasion

It’s widely known that for the Chinese, everything good is associated with the colour red. You see it in the malls and at home during Chinese New Year; even at special functions like weddings and housewarmings.
There is also another decorative element that may not be as prominent as the colour red, but is always present at these happy occasions.
Most things come in pairs or doubles, like couplets and greetings (because “gong xi” alone is never enough, so we say “gong xi gong xi”).
Traditional Chinese couplets consist of an upper pair (usually on the left) and a lower pair (usually on the right).(Credit: China Digital Times)

It all starts with the number “two”

To understand the importance of pairs and doubles for the Chinese, we need to first talk about what the number “two” means to them.
“Two” is a number that is pretty much integral in the lives of the ancient Chinese people. They believe that there are two realms (heaven and earth), that our lives are governed by two opposite forces (yin and yang); and that a marriage is only between two people.
The number is also regarded as a lucky number as it sounds like the word “easy” when pronounced in the Cantonese dialect. Superstitious groups especially love the number 28 because it sounds like “easy to prosper” in Cantonese.
As such, “two” is more than just a lucky number for the Chinese – it’s a number that symbolises harmony, balance, and their way of life.

Good things come in pairs

In all Chinese dialects, the number “two” also means pair and double. And since the popular Chinese saying states that good things always come in pairs (好事成双) – it’s always a good thing to have things in sets of two.
An example of including the element of pairs and doubles in celebrations is the Double Happiness symbol commonly seen during weddings. The symbol was created by putting two of the same Chinese word for happiness side by side, which represents double joy and luck.
There is also a practice in certain parts of China where married daughters are expected to double their gifts when they visit their parents.
A Double Happiness symbol put together with roses.(Credit: Yoycart)
During Chinese New Year, the element of pairs is represented in the form of spring couplets. These are well wishes or festive phrases written on two sets of red paper, which are usually hung on both sides of a door or window.
(Credit: Shanghai Observer)

Chinese New Year presents are also traditionally given in pairs

Because good things come in pairs, gifts should too. If it’s not in pairs, then it would at least be in even numbers. This is because even numbers are also made up by pairs, like how eight mandarin oranges can be ‘interpreted’ as five pairs of them.
However, it’s important to note that you cannot gift the same item in quantities of four. Though it’s an even number and technically also in pairs, four is arguably the most unlucky number in Chinese tradition as it sounds like the word “death”.

Following this tradition, AirAsia is giving out their Chinese New Year promos in pairs as well

AirAsia is having a Double Up On Happiness sale for Chinese New Year, in which Malaysians are given double “gifts” in the form of travel deals and discounts. Here are some of the pairings we spotted:

Low fixed fare + special CNY meal

(Credit: AirAsia/Facebook)
AirAsia is working together with the Ministry of Transport to provide low fixed fares (from RM149) during the Chinese New Year season. This makes it more affordable for Malaysians to travel back to their hometowns and spend time with the family.
And since going home is always a happy occasion, AirAsia wants to double up the joy by offering you a feast onboard. They’ve just introduced a special Chinese New Year meal – serving Prosperity Tomato Egg And Fish Stew with rice along with pineapple tarts as dessert – all from RM12.
No harm starting the festivities early!

Fares from RM18 + 10% discount on seat selection

(Credit: AirAsia)
For those who like to plan ahead, AirAsia is dishing out fares from RM18 for travels from 1 September 2020 onwards. Fares to domestic destinations like Langkawi and Penang start from RM18; Bangkok, Krabi, Silangit-Lake Toba, and other ASEAN destinations start from RM48; or you can opt for other international destinations like Macao, Melbourne, Maldives, and Fukuoka from RM188.
On top of saving on your basic flight fare, AirAsia is allowing you to double up this deal with a 10% discount on all seat selections. So how about allowing yourself this mini luxury of choosing your preferred seat (we prefer the window seats in front).

SNAP flight and hotel bundles + 10% discount on checked baggage

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We previously wrote about how booking your flight and hotel together as a bundle saves you quite a bit of money. So if you’re a smart shopper like yours truly *wink*, you’d be happy to know that there are promo deals for AirAsia’s SNAP flight + hotel bundles too.
A 3D2N trip to Belitung starts from RM171 if you SNAP your flight and hotel together. Feel free to shop for as many souvenirs as you want, as you can “double” this travel deal with 10% off checked baggage that are 25kg and above on AirAsia flights.

Sharing the joy helps to double up the happiness too

There’s a common saying that goes “a joy shared is a joy doubled”, and the simplest way to share the joy during Chinese New Year is to send good wishes to someone.
(Credit: Family.ESDlife)
What we found out was that there are some promo codes that AirAsia wants you to “earn” by sharing the joy. These codes are known only to AVA, their virtual assistant – and you can get them by sending Chinese New Year wishes to AVA.
We tried it out ourselves:
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So what you need to do is:
Launch AVA by tapping on the Messenger button on AirAsia’s Facebook page.Send a Chinese New Year greeting to AVA as a hashtag – we used #gongxifacai.Get your promo code!
There are five different hashtags that will prompt AVA to provide you with promo codes: #gongxifacai, #doublehappiness, #abundance, #prosperity, and #goodfortune.
Different greetings will get you different promo codes, so feel free to try them all.

Don’t forget to double your joy by sharing these promos with your friends

Because sharing is caring, and it can double your joy as well as happiness this Chinese New Year.

These promos are provided by AirAsia to double up your happiness this Chinese New Year. Send AVA a Chinese New Year wish on AirAsia’s Facebook today to get your share of CNY discounts.
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Water Disruption For 12 Gombak, 46 K. Lumpur Areas Until 9 April

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If you live in the Gombak or Kuala Lumpur zones, you could be facing a scheduled water disruption starting from 9:00 am on 6 April till 5:00 am on 9 April.

Pengurusan Air Selangor Sdn Bhd (Air Selangor) said this is because they are conducting valve replacement works at the raw water pipeline from the Klang Gates Dam which will cause a shut down at the Bukit Nanas and Wangsa Maju Water Treatment Plant.
Water supply will be distributed once all the work on-ground is completed. The plant and distribution system will be stabilised before water supply is distributed to the consumers. Air Selangor
Air Selangor said the maintenance work has started today at 9 am and is expected to be completed by tonight at 9:00 pm.
They added that the duration of the disruption and the water supply recovery of the affected areas differ according to the water supply quantity, the distance of consumers’ premises and the water pressure at the distribution system.
To help mitigate the situation for those in the affected areas, Air Selangor has announced it will mobilise a total of 29 water tankers with priority given to critical premises such as hospitals and dialysis centres as well as any funeral ceremonies.
They also provide facilities for industries and commercial customers to purchase alternative water supply by making payment at the Air Selangor Customer Service counters.
Customers will need to arrange their own transportation or water tanker. Water supply can be collected from two water filling stations at Jalan TPP 5/17, Taman Perindustrian Puchong 5/17 and Stor Air Selangor Hulu Langat, Seksyen 13, Jalan P/4 Bandar Baru Bangi.Air Selangor
Below are the list of areas affected:
Gombak Region
6 April 2021, 9:00 a.m until 8 April 2021, 5:00 am
Bukit Wangsamas Dataran Wangsa KLSC Wangsa Maju Taman Keramat AU4 Taman Wangsa Jaya Wangsa Maju Seksyen 1 Wangsa Maju Seksyen 2 Wangsa Maju Seksyen 4 Wangsa Maju Seksyen 5 Wangsa Maju Seksyen 6 Wangsa Maju Seksyen 10 Wangsa Melawati
Kuala Lumpur Region
6 April 2021, 9:00 am until 8 April 2021, 9:00 am
BrickfieldsDang Wangi & CapsquareJalan Raja LautKompung AttapKuala Lumpur City Center 4Taman Data Ahmad Baran
6 April 2021, 9:00 am am until 9 April 2021, 5:00 am
Apartment Putra RiaBukit BandarayaBukit BangsarBukit BintangBukit CeylonBukit PersekutuanBukit Tunku Chow Kit Damansara Height Hampshire Park Idamansara Imbi Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin Jalan Travers Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman Kampung Baru Kampung Datuk Keramat Kampung Padang Merbok Kementah Kuala Lumpur City Center 1 Kuala Lumpur City Center 2 Medan TuankuParlimen Persiaran Sultan Salahuddin Persiaran Tuanku Ja’afar Pudu Pulapol Semantan Taman Bandaraya Taman Bangsar Taman Bangsar Baru Taman Damansara Endah Taman Duta Taman Lucky Taman Putra Sulaiman Taman SA (Bangsar) Taman SA (Damansara) Tasik Perdana Tijani Titiwangsa Sentral

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Malaysians Can Make A Difference For The Afghans

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Though Malaysians have their own problems, they may find that they are still able to help the even more beleaguered Afghans, and even small donations can make a ton of difference in people’s lives, as non-governmental organisations have started to raise funds

Global Peace Mission (GPM) Malaysia is aiming to raise RM250,000 for the affected people in Afghanistan.
It is reported that the number of internally displaced people in Afghanistan is rising rapidly after the Taliban took over the country recently.
At least 244,000 people have been internally displaced since the beginning of May, according to information provided by the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA).
Making matters worse is the fact that many countries and organisations are pulling their funding until the warring factions in Afghanistan can form a stable government.
GPM chief executive officer Ahmad Fahmi Samsudin said every ringgit counts, with an impact that goes far beyond the donation amount.
GPM volunteers handing out aid to victims of the 2018 Lombok earthquake in Indonesia.
“Each gift from a new donor represents a new Malaysian who cares and empathises with others.
“Each of those individuals has the potential to be a lifelong supporter of humanitarian aids, championing rapid response to disasters and conflicts around the world,” he told TRP in an interview.
As uncertainty looms in Afghanistan, GPM started an online fundraising campaign named ‘Tabung Peduli Afghanistan’ (Care For Afghanistan Fund) to raise RM250,000 by the end of September.
Money from the fundraising will be used to support a Malaysian humanitarian mission to Afghanistan.
“We have identified our local partners in Afghanistan to ensure that the funds raised will go directly to the Afghans through local-based agencies and organisations,” said Fahmi.
GPM will work with the Malaysian government, and possibly taking in refugees from Afghanistan are among the issues to be discussed.
Fahmi described Datuk Saifuddin Abdullah, who returned to his former post of Foreign Minister in the new Cabinet, as a firm supporter of global humanitarian and development aid.
“This is an opportunity for his newly-minted government to show its commitment to support a stable, peaceful future for the international community,” said Fahmi, who is also vice-president of the Muslim Youth Movement of Malaysia (ABIM).
Meanwhile, Malaysian Youth Council (MBM) president Jufitri Joha said the Afghan situation is an excellent opportunity for Malaysian youths to learn the importance of helping others.
“People who start volunteering at a young age will keep doing so as they grow older.
A volunteer handing out aid to an elderly woman in Bosnia Hezergovina during one of GPM’s humanitarian mission in 2019.
“Furthermore, Malaysia is a well-to-do country with plenty of resources so that we can help them,” he said during an online discourse on the situation in Afghanistan.
He added that Malaysia could also help by providing education to Afghans who seek shelter in Malaysia.
Already, there are some 4,000 Afghans in Malaysia, comprising students, refugees, and business people.
Meanwhile, advocacy group Malaysia4Uyghur (M4U) highlighted that Uyghurs are among those looking for a way out from Afghanistan now that it is under Taliban rule.
M4U president Zuhri Yuhyi said about 80 Uyghur families are in Afghanistan at the moment, based on data from the Uyghur Human Rights Project.
After the July 2009 riots in Urumchi, the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region capital, they had fled from China.
“They escaped to neighbouring Afghanistan to avoid repression following the ethnic unrest between Muslim Uighurs and Han Chinese.
“Now the Uyghurs are on the run again; we should help these persecuted people to find safety,” said Zuhri.
His advocacy group – a coalition of Islamic, Christian, and human rights NGOs – seeks refugee status for the Uyghurs in Malaysia.

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Health Ministry Set to Table Smoking Product Control Bill on June 12

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The Health Ministry plans to reintroduce the eagerly awaited Control of Tobacco Product and Smoking Bill to Parliament on June 12 for its initial review.

According to reports by Malay Mail, its Minister Dr. Zaliha Mustafa also clarified that there are no uncertainties about the timetable for tabling the Bill.

It is not true that there is uncertainty on the timeline for the tabling of the Bill.
Dr Zaliha Mustafa
Dr Zaliha also described the newly proposed bill as “more comprehensive”, as it encompasses not only traditional smoking products but also “next generation” smoking products such as electronic and combustible cigarettes.
The bill includes a provision called Generation Eluding Guidelines (GEG), which applies to individuals born on or after January 1, 2007.
She also added that the implementation of the law will be carried out in stages.

Once the bill is passed, individuals falling under the GEG category will be prohibited from using conventional cigarettes, cigars, loose tobacco, and rolled cigarettes. However, the ban on cigarettes with heating devices will be gradually phased in after sufficient education and awareness campaigns by the ministry. This approach aims to educate the GEG cohort rather than solely impose penalties.
Dr Zaliha Mustafa
According to Dr Zaliha, the proposed time frame suggests that the law should be fully implemented, covering all types of smoking products, including electronic cigarettes, by 2030.
Furthermore, she added that the 2023 version of the bill incorporates amendments suggested by the Parliamentary Special Committee (PSSC) from the previous year.

These amendments include reducing the maximum fine for GEG offenders from RM5,000 to RM500 and introducing community service as a means of education and raising awareness.
Dr Zaliha Mustafa
According to the bill, the GEG group will also be prohibited from selling, buying, and using smoking products.
Additionally, the bill accommodates the PSSC’s recommendation to remove the offense of personal possession of tobacco or vape products by the GEG group.

This eliminates the need for body searches by law enforcement authorities. The new bill also limits the enforcement powers of authorities to the manufacturing, packaging, storage, delivery, distribution, or sale of tobacco products.
Dr Zaliha Mustafa
The initial version of the bill, previously known as “The Control of Tobacco Product and Smoking Bill 2022,” was initially presented in Parliament in July of the previous year.
It has been reported that by 2030, the government could spend RM8 billion on treating lung cancer, heart problems, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease resulting from cigarette smoking.
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Malaysian Engineer Passes Away From Covid-19 in Qatar

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While Malaysia celebrates zero new deaths in the country, that doesn’t mean all Malaysians are safe.
A Malaysian citizen stationed oversea in Qatar has sadly succumbed to Covid-19, away from his family and home country. At 4pm Malaysian time yesterday, he passed away at the Hamad Medical Centre in Doha. He was serving as an engineer at Qatar Airways.
Tengku Endut Tengku Jusoh was from Kampung Air Tawar in Besut, Terengganu. His family is located in Sungai Buloh, Selangor. The last time his family ever saw him was earlier this January.
Every year, he returns to Malaysia to celebrate Hari Raya Aidilfitri, but due to the pandemic, it was not possible this year.
He is the youngest of five siblings with children of his own aged between 12 and 27 years old.
It’s particularly heart-breaking for his family as his second brother had passed away just a mere 26 days ago due to old age in Kelantan.
The family has requested privacy during this difficult time.

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High Tides Bring Portuguese Man O’ War To Kelantan Shores, Public Urged To Be Careful

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The high tide phenomenon has washed ashore some Portuguese Man O’ War (Physalia Physalis) at Pantai Irama, Kelantan, in the past few days.

Bachok Civil Defence Department (APM) Lieutenant Mohd Khairi Mat Hussin said the strong waves aren’t suitable for water activities such as swimming and fishing on the breakwater structures.
The Portuguese Man O’War is known for its deadly sting and is easily identifiable by its purplish hue and its sail-like float (pneumatophore).
Mohd Khairi said it’s unusual to find Portuguese Man O’ War this close to the shore. The common jellyfish that are usually found in the area sport pink or white colours.
So far, the Civil Defence Force had carried out efforts to track the remains of the Portuguese Man O’ War along the shores and are patrolling the beaches in the middle of the night to ensure no one is by the seaside during high tides.
Mohd Khairi said they received no reports of stinging from the public but urged everyone in the area to be careful, Kosmo reported.
The Portuguese Man O’ War found at Pantai Irama. Image: Torek Sulong/Utusan.
How deadly is the Portuguese Man O’ War?
The Portuguese Man O’ War got its name from the man-of-war due to its resemblance to the Portuguese sailing warship.
To feed, it traps and paralyzes its prey with its tentacles before reeling its catch inwards to the digestive polyps.
They typically feed on small fishes, shrimps, and crustaceans. Their sting is strong enough to kill a human being too.
The tentacles of dead Portuguese Man O’ War specimens can still sting just as painfully and may remain potent for hours.
While they’re usually mistakenly referred to as jellyfish, the Portuguese Man O’ War is actually a siphonophore and is made up of many smaller units called zooids.

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[Watch] Karak Highway Heavily Flooded, Barely Passable For Vehicles

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Heavy water from the hills following heavy rain had caused parts of the Kuala Lumpur-Karak Highway (KLK) to be flooded recently.

The flooded area is near Benus and towards the direction of Kuala Lumpur.
A video of the flooding was posted on Facebook by PahangStory.

Accordingly, the incident which happened at about 6.30 pm on Tuesday resulted in a traffic jam that stretched for more than a kilometre.
Road users said the incident caused them to be stuck in a traffic jam for almost an hour.
They included those travelling from Karak to Bentong.
Vehicles were allowed to pass at about 7.45 pm after the authorities determined that the situation was safe.
Incidents of landslides and floodings had happened along Karak Highway in the past, often leaving many drivers and passengers of vehicles stranded.
Flood and landslide situation on Kuala Lumpur-Karak Highway and East Coast Highway Phase 1 (ANIH Bhd video) #DaruratBanjir #floods #Malaysia #banjir #KualaLumpur #Malaysian#Malaysia #banjir #hujan #rains pic.twitter.com/sHBJ98rITq— Siraj Noorani (@sirajnoorani) December 19, 2021
Raod users can check the latest traffic conditions here before embarking on their journey, especially long-distance travel.

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RM1,500 Minimum Wage For Employers With Less Than 5 Workers Starts Now

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Starting today (1 July), a minimum wage increase of RM1,500 will be implemented for employers with fewer than five workers.

The government set this date late last year after employers with fewer than five workers were allowed to defer the minimum wage for up to six months instead of 1 January.
The implementation covers all sectors except domestic services, including cultivation, agriculture, and manufacturing.
The government approved the new minimum salary on 19 March 2022.
Bagi SME & MSME,Sekiranya digitalisasi mampu menggantikan pekerja, boleh retrench dan gantikanSekiranya tidak boleh, maka naikkan sahaja harga jualan tapi pastikan jangan menggajikan pekerja bawah gaji minima. https://t.co/440AUA6qAi— Iskandar Danial (@_IskandarDanial) June 30, 2023
However, for employers with less than five workers, the government has justified posting the implementation of the minimum wage.
The decision was made after the government considered the views of various affected parties, which are expected to face economic and financial challenges in the coming year.
Minister for Human Resources V Sivakumar said the government had also considered the willingness of employers to pay a new minimum wage for their employees.

Insufficient Due To The Rising Cost Of Living And Prices
The government has been facing pressure from various groups to raise the minimum wage sustainably.
Critics said the minimum wage is insufficient due to rising living costs and prices.
They advocate for a higher minimum wage to address the issue of income inequality and help low-wage workers afford necessities.
They believe increasing the minimum wage would help alleviate poverty and reduce income inequality in the country.
Minimum wage in Malaysia will be at least RM3,000 in a properly competitive labour market without the presence of cheap imported foreign employees.The cost of living will, of course, be greater, but workers will still have more disposable cash.— khalid karim ARISE MALAYSIA (@khalidkarim) June 25, 2023

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Son Allegedly Assaults Mom For Not Keeping The House Clean

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Police arrested a teenage boy suspected of beating his mother for not cleaning their house in Kampung Lindungan Sungai Way, Petaling Jaya, last Friday.

The 44-year-old lady was injured in the face and body, according to Petaling Jaya District Police Chief ACP Mohamad Fakhruddin Abdul Hamid.
According to Bernama, he said that the 19-year-old suspect locked the front door and threw household ornaments at the victim throughout the altercation.
The suspect, who has a criminal history, also hit the victim in the face and stood on the left side of the victim’s chest.District Police Chief ACP Mohamad Fakhruddin Abdul Hamid
The police arrested the teenager around 7.30 p.m. on Monday after receiving a report from his mother. He has been remanded until this Saturday (5 November) to assist with the investigation.
Mohamad Fakhruddin stated that the suspect tested negative for drugs and was under investigation for inflicting harm with a weapon or other hazardous object under Section 324 of the Penal Code.
He also confirmed that this was not the suspect’s first offense and that his team was investigating whether or not the suspect had a mental illness.

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El Nino Pros And Cons: Hot And Hazy For Us But Durians Expected To Thrive

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Next month, Southeast Asia is expected to experience the El Nino phenomenon, which will lead to hotter and drier weather conditions.

As a result, the haze in the region is expected to worsen.
Speaking to Bernama, senior lecturer at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia’s Earth Sciences and Environment Department Dr Mohd Shahrul Mohd Nadzir, explained that during an El Nino event, changes in the speed of the westward-moving winds along the equator cause the ocean surface temperatures to become warmer.

El Nino is associated with reduced rainfall in certain parts of Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, which creates dry conditions favorable for fires to occur in forests and areas undergoing land-clearing activities. These fires release smoke and pollutants into the atmosphere, contributing to hazy conditions.
UKM senior lecturer Dr Mohd Shahrul Mohd Nadzir
Additionally, he added that the European Union’s Copernicus Climate Change Service predicts a return to El Nino conditions in the late summer of the northern hemisphere, with the possibility of a strong El Nino developing later this year.

Sarawak, in particular, has already identified 23 hotspots, expecting prolonged dry weather. Climate scientists believe that climate changes and the anticipated return of the El Nino weather phenomenon could result in a new average temperature record in 2023 or 2024.
UKM senior lecturer Dr Mohd Shahrul Mohd Nadzir
El Nino events have affected Malaysia 12 times since 1951-1952, with the worst case occurring in 1997-1998 when the highest temperature of 40.1 degrees Celsius was recorded.
Furthermore, Mohd Shahrul explained that during El Nino, changes in atmospheric circulation can lead to altered wind patterns, causing smoke and pollutants to be transported over long distances.

The combination of dry conditions, wildfires, and pollutants from various sources contributes to elevated levels of particulate matter, including fine airborne particles, which can pose health risks such as respiratory issues.
UKM senior lecturer Dr Mohd Shahrul Mohd Nadzir
Meanwhile, the upcoming hotter and drier weather is also a plus one for durian enthusiasts in the country.
According to Sinar Harian, durian lovers will get the chance to enjoy the ‘king of fruits’ for a longer period as its season is expected to be longer compared to previous years.
This is due to the hot weather conditions, which have caused durian trees to flower easily and produce a higher yield per tree.
Mohd Lokman Mohd Isa, a durian entrepreneur in Kampung Baru, stated that the durian season, which started early this year, is expected to continue until mid-October.
Durian farmers in the area anticipate that the duration of the fruit’s blooming season will extend by an additional three months compared to the usual period.
As a result, there is a possibility of a decrease in prices for the highly sought-after fruit.
Simultaneously, the Raub Industrial Plant Entrepreneurs Association suggests that by implementing proper planting techniques and utilizing advanced technological tools, the production of durians could potentially increase by up to 50%.

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