From Barber Shops To Laundries: KPDNHEP Comes Out With SOPs For Businesses Under Phase 2 Of PPN

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For your convenience, TRP took the liberty of translating the latest Phase 2 standard operating procedures (SOP) for the National Recovery Program (PPN) released by the The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (KPDNHEP)  on 15 September.

TLDR: The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs has released the SOPs for business that are allowed to operate during PPN Phase 2.

Shopping Complex, Supermarkets, Hypermarkets
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Operating Hours: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm
Distribution Centres are subject to normal operating hours.
Customer Attendance Hours: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm
Employee Capacity: 100% for Office Management, Operations & Support.

Prohibited Activities
Shopping complexes INCLUDING supermarkets, hypermarkets and department stores AND all necessary services and facilities to businesses/complete vaccination recipients as listed in the National Rehabilitation Plan (SOP Phase 2).Only necessary services are listed in the relevant PKPD SOP only allowed to operate.
ACTIVITIES AND PROTOCOLS
Premise cleanliness
The process of disinfection and cleaning is carried out after business operationsThe process of disinfection and cleaning is carried out 3 times a day during the operation in public areas such as suraus, toilets, stores, offices and counters; andEnsure good VENTILATION SYSTEMS in the premises based on the guidelines for ventilation and indoor air quality issued by the Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH).
Customer Management
Assign at least one employee of a shopping complex and a hypermarket to:
Controlling the entry and exit of customers to the business complex/premiseEnsure the attendance of employees and customers is recordedPhysical distancing of 1 meter while in the premiseLimit the number of customers at one time according to the size of the business premises with the designation of one (1) person for every four (4) square meters of retail floor spaceImplementing Public Awareness Programs
Health Screening and MySejahtera Application
The use of the MySejahtera application for attendance records is mandatory in the area of wide internet access. Exceptions are given for areas that do not have internet access, especially in rural and rural areas.Only customers with ‘Low Risk’ status including “Casual Contact Low Risk” in MySejahtera are allowed to enter their respective complexes or premises.Make a body temperature filter. Individuals with temperatures above 37.5°C are not allowed to enter the premises. Body temperature is taken only once at the entrance of the complex/common buildingStand alone business premises outside the complex/ common use building need to take body temperature.
Using hand sanitisers
Hand sanitiser are to be provided at entrances and public locations (where appropriate) and its use is needed.Coordinate and monitor that all rules are followed by employees and customers.
Monitoring and Compliance
Coordinate and monitor that all rules are followed by employees and customersRaise awareness on the cleanliness of the premises and employees
Hotspots Identification for Dynamic Engagement (HIDE) System
Premises listed under the HIDE system must take intervention action, namely implementing premise sanitation, improve control and monitoring of customer compliance and implement premise closure if directed by the District Health Officer after the risk assessment is conducted
Social distancing
Ensure social distancing of 1 meter at all times
Contactless Transactions
It is recommended to make payments electronically
Departmental Stores
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Operating Hours: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm
Distribution Centres are subject to normal operating hours.
Customer Attendance Hours: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm
Employee Capacity: 100% for Office Management, Operations & Support.
Prohibited Activities
Shopping complexes INCLUDING supermarkets, hypermarkets and department stores AND all necessary services and facilities to businesses/complete vaccination recipients as listed in the National Rehabilitation Plan (SOP Phase 2)Only necessary services are listed in the relevant PKPD SOP only allowed to operate
ACTIVITIES AND PROTOCOLS
Premise cleanliness
The process of disinfection and cleaning is carried out after the operationThe process of disinfection and cleaning is carried out 3 times a day during the operation, especially in public areas such as suraus, toilets, stores, offices and countersEnsure good VENTILATION SYSTEMS in the premises based on the guidelines for aeration and indoor air quality issued by the Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH)
Customer Management
Assign at least one employee of shopping complexes and hypermarkets to:
Control the entry and exit of customers to the business complex/premiseEnsure the attendance of employees and customers is recordedPhysical distancing of 1 meter while in the premiseLimit the number of customers at one time according to the size of the business premises with the designation of one (1) person for every four (4) square meters of retail floor spaceImplementing Public Awareness Programs
Health Screening and MySejahtera Application
The use of the MySejahtera application for attendance records is mandatory in the area of wide internet access. Exceptions are given for areas that do not have internet access, especially in rural areas.Only customers with “Low Risk” status including “Casual Contact Low Risk” in MySejahtera are allowed to enter their respective complexes or premisesProvide body temperature screening. Individuals with temperatures above 37.5°C are not allowed to enter the premises. Body temperature is taken only once at the entrance of the complex/common building.Stand alone business premises outside the complex/ common use building need to take body temperature scans
Using hand sanitisers
Hand sanitiser must provided at entrances and public locations (where appropriate) and it must be used.Coordinate and monitor that all rules are followed by employees and customers
Monitoring and Compliance
Coordinate and monitor that all rules are followed by employees and customers.Raise awareness on the cleanliness of the premises and employees.
Hotspots Identification for Dynamic Engagement (HIDE) System
Premises listed under the HIDE system must take intervention action, namely implementing premise sanitation, improve control and monitoring of customer compliance and implement premise closure if directed by the District Health Officer after the risk assessment is conducted.
Social distancing
Ensure physical distancing of 1 meter at all times.
Contactless Transactions
It is recommended to make payments electronically.
Pharmacies/Personal Care, Convenience Stores/Mini Marts; Grocery Stores
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Operating Hours: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm
Distribution Centres are subject to normal operating hours.
Customer Attendance Hours: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm
Employee Capacity: 100% for Office Management, Operations & Support.
Prohibited Activities
Only necessary services are listed in the relevant PKPD SOP only allowed to operate.
ACTIVITIES AND PROTOCOLS
Premise cleanliness
The process of disinfection and cleaning is carried out after the operation;The process of disinfection and cleaning is carried out 3 times a day during the operation, especially in public areas such as suraus, toilets, stores, offices and counters; andEnsure good VENTILATION SYSTEMS in the premises based on the guidelines for aeration and indoor air quality issued by the Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH).
Customer Management
Assign at least one employee of premise to:
Controlling the entry and exit of customers to the business complex/premisesEnsure the attendance of employees and customers is recordedPhysical distancing of 1 meter while in the premiseLimit the number of customers at one time according to the size of the business premises with the designation of one (1) person for every four (4) square meters of retail floor spaceImplementing Public Awareness Programs
Health Screening and MySejahtera Application
The use of the MySejahtera application for attendance records is mandatory in the area of wide internet access. Exceptions are given for areas that do not have internet access, especially in rural and rural areas.Only customers with “Low Risk” status including “Casual Contact Low Risk” in MySejahtera are allowed to enter their respective complexes or premises.Use body temperature scanners. Individuals with temperatures above 37.5°C are not allowed to enter the premises. The body temperature is taken only once at the entrance of the ‘common use’ complex/ building.Stand alone business premises outside the complex/ common use building need to take body temperature scans.
Using hand sanitisers
Hand sanitiser are to be provided at entrances and public locations (where appropriate) and its use is needed.Coordinate and monitor that all rules are followed by employees and customers.
Monitoring and Compliance
Coordinate and monitor that all rules are followed by employees and customers.Raise awareness on the cleanliness of the premises and employees.
Hotspots Identification for Dynamic Engagement (HIDE) System
Premises listed under the HIDE system must take intervention action, namely implementing premise sanitation, improve control and monitoring of customer compliance and implement premise closure if directed by the District Health Officer after the risk assessment is conducted.
Social distancing
Ensure physical distancing of 1 meter at all times.
Contactless Transactions
It is recommended to make payments electronically.
Pet care and pet food stores; Hardware stores; Prayer and funeral equipment stores; Book and stationery stores; Computer and telecommunications stores; Electrical and electronics stores
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Operating Hours: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm
Customer Attendance Hours: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm
Employee Capacity: 100% for Office Management, Operations & Support.
Prohibited activities
Please refer to the necessary services listed in the national rehabilitation plan (SOP Phase 2)Only necessary services are listed in the relevant PKPD SOP only allowed to operate.
Premise cleanliness
Disinfection and cleaning processes are performed after operationsThe process of disinfection and cleaning is carried out 3 times a day during the operation, especially in public areas such as suraus, toilets, stores, offices and counters; and Ensure good VENTILATION SYSTEMS in the premises based on the guidelines for ventilation and indoor air quality issued by the Department Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH).
Customer Management
Control the entrance and exit of customers to the business complex/premisesEnsure the attendance of employees and customers is recordedPhysical distancing of 1 meter while on premisesMandating to limit the number of customers at one time according to the size of the business premisesImplement a Public Awareness Program
Health Screening and MySejahtera Application
The use of the MySejahtera application for attendance records is mandatory in the area of wide internet access. Exceptions are given for areas that do not have internet access, especially in rural and rural areas.Only customers with “Low Risk” status including ‘Casual Contact Low Risk’ in MySejahtera are allowed to enter their respective complexes or premises.Make a body temperature filter. Individuals with temperatures above 37.5°C are not allowed to enter the premises. Body temperature is taken only once at the entrance of the complex/ common building.Stand alone business premises outside the complex/ common use building need to take body temperature.
Use of Hand Sanitizers
Hand sanitizer is provided at the entrance and its use is ensured before entering.
Wearing a face mask
Wearing face masks are required by employees and customers when dealing with each other.
Monitoring and Compliance
Coordinate and monitor that all rules are followed by employees and customers.Raise awareness on the cleanliness of the premises and employees.
Hotspots Identification for Dynamic Engagement (HIDE) System
Premises listed under the HIDE system must take intervention action, ie implement premise sanitation, improve control and monitoring of customer compliance and implement premise closure if directed by the District Health Officer after the risk assessment is conducted.
Related Services
The activity of installation and repair of hardware products in the customer’s home isallowed provided the individual is fully vaccinated.Other activities for animal care products/ animal feed are allowed withindividual requirements for complete vaccination.
Social distancing
Ensure physical distancing of 1 meter at all times.
Contactless Transactions
It is recommended to make payments electronically.
Restaurants are included in the hotel; sports and recreation club houses; eateries; food stalls; serving vehicles; roadside hawkers; circulating hawkers; food court; hawker centers; roadside food stalls and kiosks
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Operating Hours: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm
Customer Attendance Hours: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm
Employee Capacity: 100% for Office Management, Operations & Support.
Prohibited activities
Only necessary services are listed in the relevant PKPD SOP only allowed to operate.
Premise space
The process of disinfection and cleaning is performed 3 times a day during the operation.
Ensure good VENTILATION SYSTEMS in the premises based on the guidelines for ventilation and indoor air quality issued by the Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH).
Use of hand sanitizer
Hand sanitizer is provided at the entrance and its use is ensured before entering the premises sanitizer.
MySejahtera application
Requiring all employees, suppliers and customers to go through the attendance record process through the MySejahtera application for a wide internet access area. Exceptions are given for areas that do not have internet access, especially in rural and rural areas.
Physical distancing
Ensure control of customer entry and exit to the premises.Ensure the attendance of employees and customers is recordedPhysical distancing of at least 1 meter while in the premises.Limit the number of customers on the premises at one time according to the size of the business premises.Business premises owners need to ensure table layout according to physical distancing.
Wearing a face mask
Employees and customers are required to wear face masks while in the premise
Dine-in (Full Vaccination)
Dine-in Dine-in activity with a capacity of 50% per table and physical distancing of at least 1 meter are only allowed for customers who have been fully vaccinated only.
Contactless Transactions
It is recommended to make payments electronically
Health Screening and Vaccination Declaration
Individuals with temperatures above 37.5 ° C are not allowed to enter the premise.Body temperature is taken only once at the entrance of the complex/building.Stand alone business premises outside the complex/ common use building need to take body temperature.Only customers with “Low Risk” status including “Casual Contact Low Risk” in MySejahtera are allowed to enter the premises to dine in and take away.The owner of the business premises must display the number of employees who have been fully vaccinated at the entrance of the premises.Only customers who have received a complete vaccination and have a digital vaccination card / certificate (Digital Certificate) in the MySejahtera application are allowed to dine in.Customers must show a complete digital vaccination card / certificate (Digital Certificate) on the MySejahtera application before being allowed to dine in.The owner of the premises must provide employees to check the customer’s digital vaccination card / certificate (Digital Certificate) on the MySejahtera application when the customer enters the premises.Individuals who have received a complete vaccine are allowed to bring children 17 years of age and under to dine-in at the premises in compliance with the terms of the general protocol.The owner of the premises must display the notice of acceptance of the customer who has been completely vaccinated and asymptomatic only at the entrance of the premises.Only employees who have received a full -dose and asymptomatic vaccine are allowed to work with the following vaccination rates:a) 40%: Allowed to operate with a capacity of 60% of employees.b) 60%: Allowed to operate with a capacity of 80% of employees.c) 80%: Allowed to operate with 100% employee capacity
Hotspots Identification System for Dynamic Engagement (HIDE)
Premises listed under the HIDE system must take intervention action, namely implementing premise sanitation, improve control and monitoring of customer compliance and implement premise closure if directed by the District Health Officer after the risk assessment is conducted.
Ordering online
It is recommended to make reservations online for take away and dine-in.
Full service and self-service laundries
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Operating Hours: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm
Customer Attendance Hours: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm
Employee Capacity: 80% for Office Management, Operations & Support.
Prohibited activities
Please refer to the necessary services listed in the national rehabilitation plan (SOP Phase 2)Only necessary services are listed in the relevant PKPD SOP only allowed to operate.
Premise Operations
Self -service laundromats need to ensure employees are on the premises to control customer attendance.
Premise cleanliness
The process of disinfection and cleaning is performed 3 times a day during the operation.Ensure good VENTILATION SYSTEMS on the premises based on indoor ventilation and air quality guidelines issued by the Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH).
Use of Hand Sanitizers
Hand sanitizer is provided at the entrance and its use is ensured before entering the premises.
MySejahtera application
Requiring all employees, suppliers and customers to go through the attendance record process through the MySejahtera application for a wide internet access area. Exceptions are given for areas that do not have internet access, especially in rural and rural areas.
Physical Distancing
Assign at least one employee to:
Ensure control of customer entry and exit to the premisesEnsure the attendance of employees and customers is recordedPhysical distancing of 1 meter while on the premisesMandating to limit the number of customers at one time according to the area of business premise
Wearing a face mask
Requiring employees and customers to wear face masks while on the premises.
Health Screening
Individuals with temperatures above 37.5°C are not allowed to enter the premises.Take body temperature only once at the entrance of the complex/common building.Stand alone business premises outside the complex/ common use building need to take body temperature.Only customers with “Low Risk” status including “Casual Contact Low Risk” in MySejahtera are allowed to enter their respective premises.
System Hotspots Identification for Dynamic Engagement (HIDE)
Premises listed under the HIDE system must take intervention action, namely implementing premise sanitation, improve control and monitoring of customer compliance and implement premise closure if directed by the District Health Officer after the risk assessment is conducted.
Contactless Transactions
It is recommended to make payments electronically
Eyeglass and optical device shop (Optometry services need to refer to Health Sector SOP – PPN Phase 2)
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Operating Hours: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm
Customer Attendance Hours: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm
Employee Capacity: 80% for Office Management, Operations & Support.
Prohibited activities
Please refer to the necessary services listed in the national rehabilitation plan (SOP Phase 2)Only necessary services are listed in the relevant PKPD SOP only allowed to operate.
Premise Responsibility
The process of disinfection and cleaning is performed 3 times a day during the business operation hours.Ensure good VENTILATION SYSTEMS in the premises based on the guidelines for ventilation and indoor air quality issued by the Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH).
Use of Hand Sanitizer
Hand sanitizer is provided at the entrance and its use is ensured before entering the premises.
Physical Distancing and MySejahtera
Ensure control of customer entry and exit to the premises;Mandating all employees, suppliers and customers to go through the attendance record process through the MySejahtera application for a wide internet access area. Exceptions are given for areas that do not have internet access, especially in rural and remote areas;Physical distancing of 1 meter while on premises;Mandating to limit the number of customers at one time according to the size of the business premises.
Wearing a face mask
Employees and customers are required to wear face masks while on the premises.
Health Screening
Individuals with temperatures above 37.5 ° C are not allowed inside the premise.Take body temperature only once at the entrance of the complex/common building.Stand alone business premises outside the complex/ common use building need to take body temperature.Only customers with “Low Risk” status including “Casual Contact Low Risk” in MySejahtera are allowed to enter their respective premises.
Hotspots Identification for Dynamic Engagement (HIDE) System
Premises listed under the HIDE system must take intervention action, ie implement premise sanitation, improve control and monitoring of customer compliance and implement premise closure if directed by the District Health Officer after the risk assessment is conducted.
Related Services
Only buying, selling, repairs are allowedThe use of testers is allowed with consulting services by consultants/employees.Consultation with the Optometrist Officer should refer to the Health Sector SOP.
Contactless Transactions
It is recommended to make payments electronically.
Vehicle workshops, maintenance and spare parts
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Operating Hours: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm
Customer Attendance Hours: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm
Employee Capacity: 80% for Office Management, Operations & Support.
Prohibited activities
Please refer to the necessary services listed in the national rehabilitation plan (SOP Phase 2)Only necessary services are listed in the relevant PKPD SOP only allowed to operate.
Premises cleanliness
The process of disinfection and cleaning is performed 3 times a day during the operationEnsure good VENTILATION SYSTEMS in the premises based on ventilation guidelines and indoor air quality  issued by the Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH)
Use of Hand Sanitizer
Hand sanitizer is provided at the entrance and its use is ensured before entering the premises
MySejahtera application
Requiring all employees, suppliers and customers to go through the attendance record process through the MySejahtera application for a wide internet access area.Exceptions are given for areas that do not have internet access, especially in rural and remote areas
Physical Distancing
Ensure control of customer entry and exit to the premises;Ensure the attendance of employees and customers is recordedPhysical distancing of 1 meter while in the premises:Ensuring to limit the number of customers at one time according to the size of the business premises
Wearing a face mask
Employees and customers are required to wear face masks while on the premises.
Health Screening
Individuals with temperatures above 37.5 ° C are not allowed to enter the premises.Take body temperature only once at the entrance of the complex/ common building.Stand alone business premises outside the complex/ common use building need to take body temperature.Only customers with “Low Risk” status including “Casual Contact Low Risk” in MySejahtera are allowed to enter their respective premises.
Hotspots Identification for Dynamic Engagement (HIDE) System
Premises listed under the HIDE system must take intervention action, namely implementing premise sanitation, improve control and monitoring of customer compliance and implement premise closure if directed by the District Health Officer after the risk assessment is conducted.
Contactless Transactions
It is recommended to make payments electronically.
Vehicle wash and polishing services
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Operating Hours: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm
Customer Attendance Hours: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm
Employee Capacity: 80% for Office Management, Operations & Support.
Prohibited activities
Please refer to the necessary services listed in the national rehabilitation plan (SOP Phase 2)Only necessary services are listed in the relevant PKPD SOP only allowed to operate.
Premise cleanliness
The process of disinfection and cleaning is performed 3 times a day during the operation.Ensure good VENTILATION SYSTEMS in the premises based on ventilation guidelines and indoor air quality  issued by the Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH).
Use of Hand Sanitizer
Hand sanitizer is provided at the entrance and its use is ensured before entering the premises
MySejahtera application
Requiring all employees, suppliers and customers to go through the attendance record process through the MySejahtera application for a wide internet access area.Exceptions are given for areas that do not have internet access, especially in rural and remote areas
Physical Distancing
Ensure control of customer entry and exit to the premisesEnsure the attendance of employees and customers is recordedPhysical distancing of 1 meter while in the premisesEnsuring to limit the number of customers at one time according to the size of the business premises
Wearing a face mask
Employees and customers are required to wear face masks while on the premises.
Health Screening
Individuals with temperatures above 37.5 ° C are not allowed to enter the premises.Take body temperature only once at the entrance of the complex/common buildingStand alone business premises outside the complex/common use building need to take body temperatureOnly customers with “Low Risk” status including “Casual Contact Low Risk” in MySejahtera are allowed to enter their respective premises.
Hotspots Identification for Dynamic Engagement (HIDE) System
Premises listed under the HIDE system must take intervention action, namely implementing premise sanitation, improve control and monitoring of customer compliance and implement premise closure if directed by the District Health Officer after the risk assessment is conducted.
Contactless Transactions
It is recommended to make payments electronically
Petrol Stations
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Operating Hours: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm / 24 hours (Highways)
Customer Attendance Hours: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm / 24 hours (Highways);
*The convenience store at the petrol station operates according to the operating hours of the petrol station
Employee Capacity: 80% for Office Management, Operations & Support.
Prohibited activities
Please refer to the necessary services listed in the national rehabilitation plan (SOP Phase 2)Only necessary services are listed in the relevant PKPD SOP only allowed to operate.
Premise cleanliness
The process of disinfection and cleaning is performed 3 times a day during the operation.Ensure good VENTILATION SYSTEMS in the premises based on ventilation guidelines and indoor air quality  issued by the Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH).
Use of Hand Sanitizers
Hand sanitizers are provided at the entrance of the premises, spaces with high potential for contact/ close contact such as shops, prayer rooms, toilets, car workshops, manual car wash/ any confined area and ensured that its used before entering the area
Physical Distancing
Ensure control of customer entry and exit to spaces/situations with high potential for contact/close contactEnsure physical distancing of 1 meter while on the premisesRequired to limit the number of customers at one time according to the size of the business premises and places with high potential for close contact/contact of customers such as suraus, toilets and kiosks.
Wearing a face mask
Requiring employees and customers to wear face masks while on the premises
Body Temperature Scan
Body temperature scans of employees and customers are required before entering the premises.
Contactless Transactions
It is recommended to make payments electronically.
Security Response
Companies need to establish a Covid-19 Addressing Response Committee for preparation and implementation of procedures to manage Covid-19 infection cases.
System Hotspots Identification for Dynamic Engagement (HIDE)
Premises listed under the HIDE system must take intervention action, namely implementing premise sanitation, improve control and monitoring of customer compliance and implement premise closure if directed by the District Health Officer after the risk assessment is conducted.
Use of MySejahtera Application and Registration Book
Petrol station operator owners are required to register and download the MySejahtera applicationfor use by customers. The MySejahtera QR code must be easily scanable by the public and placed in shops, suraus, toilets, car workshops (if any), manual car washes (if any) or any place within the torsebut oil stoson area that could cause contact /validity of meeting contact.Employees and customers need to scan the My Sejahtera Application or record the name and no. correct phone number in the registration book provided before entering the premises.MySejahtera QR scanning is not required for the purpose of:Purchase of Oil through the use of credit & debit cards/online applications at the pumpPay through the window / pigeon holeFill the tire airUse the car wash service automatically (unless paid in-store)
Clothing, fashion and accessory stores; Jewelry store; Home goods and kitchen equipment stores; Furniture store; Sports equipment store; Vehicle accessory stores; Vehicle distribution and sales center; Outdoor equipment store; Cosmetics, skin care and perfume stores; Photographic goods store/photography services; Second hand stores; Florists and nurseries; Handicraft and souvenir shops; Antique shops; Toy stores; Carpet stores; Creative content stores and creative industry equipment; Tobacco stores (including vape and electronic cigarettes)
Credit: Malay Mail
Operating Hours: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm
Distribution Centres are subject to normal operating hours.
Customer Attendance Hours: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm
Employee Capacity: 80% for Office Management, Operations & Support.
Prohibited activities
Please refer to the necessary services listed in the national rehabilitation plan (SOP Phase 2)Only necessary services are listed in the relevant PKPD SOP only allowed to operate.
PERKS FOR FULLY VACCINATED INDIVIDUALS
Activities and protocol
Premise cleanliness
The process of disinfection and cleaning is carried out after the operation;The process of disinfection and cleaning is carried out 3 times a day during the operation, especially inpublic areas such as suraus, toilets, stores, showrooms, offices and counters; andEnsure good VENTILATION SYSTEMS in the premises based on the guidelines for ventilation and indoor air quality issued by the Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH).
Customer Management
Assign at least one employee of a shopping complex and a hypermarket to:
Control the entrance and exit of customers to the business complex/premises;Ensure the attendance of employees and customers is recorded;Physical distancing of 1 meter while on the premises;Mandating to limit the number of customers at one time according to the size of the business premises withdesignation of one (1) person for every four (4) square meters of retail floor space;Provide disposable gloves for customers to use to select trading productsfor jewelry stores and clothing, fashion & accessories stores;Customer time period in all retail premises is limited to a maximum of two (2) hours only; andImplement a Public Awareness Program
Health Screening and MySejahtera
The use of the MySejahtera application for attendance records is mandatory in the area of wide internet access. Exceptions are given for areas that do not have internet access, especially in rural and remote areas.Only customers with ‘Low Risk’ status including “Casual Contact Low Risk” in MySejahtera are allowed to enter their respective complexes or premises.Make a body temperature filter. Individuals with temperatures above 37.5 ° C are not allowed to enterpremise. Body temperature is taken only once at the entrance of the complex/ common building.Stand alone business premises outside the complex/ common use building need to take body temperature
Vaccination Declaration
Only customers who have received a complete vaccination and have a digital vaccination card / certificate (Digital Certificate) in the MySejahtera application are allowed to enter the premises.The owner of the premises must provide employees to check the customer’s digital vaccination card / certificate (Digital Certificate) on the MySejahtera application when the customer enters the premises.Customers must show the completed digital vaccination card/certificate (Digital Certificate) on the MySejahtera application before being allowed to enter the premises.Individuals who have received a complete vaccination are allowed to bring children 17 years of age and under to the premises in compliance with general health protocols.
Use of Hand Sanitizer
Hand sanitizer is provided at entrances and public locations (where appropriate) and its use is ensured.
Wearing a face mask
Requiring the use of face masks by employees and customers when dealing with each other.
Monitoring and Compliance
Coordinate and monitor that all rules are followed by employees and customers.Raise awareness on the cleanliness of the premises and employees.
Hotspots Identification for Dynamic Engagement (HIDE) System
Premises listed under the HIDE system must take intervention action, ie implement premise sanitation, improve control and monitoring of customer compliance and implement premise closure if directed by the District Health Officer after the risk assessment is conducted.
Physical Distancing
Ensure physical distancing of 1 meter at all times.
Related services
Use of fitting room is allowed.Test drive is allowed.The use of testers is allowed with consulting services by consultants / employees
Contactless Transactions
It is recommended to make payments electronically.
Basic barber services; Shaving beards / mustaches/beards; Hair makeup / hair treatment/hair wash; Manicure/Pedicure/nail packaging; Facial wash/facial treatment/facial massage; Eyelash/eyebrow/face makeup; Earwax; Head/shoulder/body massage; Body hair removal; Slimming/breast treatment/ovarian treatment
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Operating Hours: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm
Customer Attendance Hours: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm
Employee Capacity: 80% for Office Management, Operations & Support.
PERKS FOR FULLY VACCINATED INDIVIDUALS
Activities and Protocol
Preparation for all premise owners and employees
Registration of all Barber Shop, Hair Dresser and Center / Salon Services with the local authority. Only premises that are REGISTERED WITH PBT are allowed operateThe Premise Owner must brief all employees on the SOP.The Premises Owner must prepare the premise, related equipment, hand santizer, face mask, glove, apron, infrared hand held thermometer, premise disinfection material, customer appointment planning plan, customer record plan (either manual or MySejahtera Apps).Ensure employee attendance is recorded. The use of the MySejahtera application for attendance records is mandatory in the area of wide internet access. Exceptions are given for areas that do not have internet access, especially in rural and rural areas.Ensure good lighting, AND VENTILATION SYSTEMS in the premises based on the guidelines for ventilation and indoor air quality issued by the Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH).
Employee Status Review
Ensure that every employee including barbers and related activities comply with any latest Government instructions for Covid-19 test requirements from time to time.Every day, check the employee’s body temperature and screen for symptoms of cough, sore throat or shortness of breath for each employee. Employees with a red Risk Assessment in MySejahtera are not allowed to work on the premises.Only workers who are free of fever or symptoms of COVID-19 are allowed to enter work.Any employee or barber who falls into the category of Close Contact or PUI/PUS Covid-19, is not allowed to work.
Cleaning and disinfection of premises (before, during, after)
The cleaning and disinfection process is carried out 3 times a day (before, during and after) in public places that are frequently touched such as counters, door handles, chairs and waiting tables.
Customer acceptance process
It is highly recommended to accept customers based on an appointment.Allow customers to walk-in only if there are no customers on the premises.Mandating to limit the number of customers at any one time according to the size of the business premises with the designation of one (1) person for every four (4) square meters of business floor space.
Customer screening during check-in
The use of MySejahtera application for attendance records is mandatory in the area of wide internet access. Exceptions are given for areas that do not have internet access, especially in villages and rural areas.Only customers with “Low Risk” status including “Casual Contact Low Risk” in MySejahtera are allowed to enter their respective complexes or premises.Make a body temperature filter. Individuals with temperatures above 37.5°C are not allowed to enter the premises. Body temperature is taken only once at the entrance of the complex/ common building.Stand alone business premises outside the complex/ common use building should take body temperature.Customers are required to wear a face mask.
The Practice of Physical Distancing
Practicing a distance of 1 meter while moving into the premise.Practicing a distance of 1 meter while the customer waits for the turn of the barber.The distance between one barber’s chair and another is at least 2 meters.
Responsible customers
Comply with all instructions i.e. physical distancing, wearing face masks and disposable aprons.Always practice hand hygiene with hand sanitizer and practice cough etiquette.Only get ready for haircuts and related activities after the barber/related activity worker has finished cleaning and disinfecting the related equipment.
Vaccination Declaration
Only customers who have received a complete vaccination and have a card/digital vaccination (Digital Certificate) in the MySejahtera application are allowed to enter the premises.The owner of the premises must provide employees to check the customer’s digital vaccination card/certificate (Digital Certificate) on the MySejahtera application when the customer enters the premises.Customers must show a completed digital vaccination card / certificate (Digital Certificate) on the MySejahtera application before being allowed to enter the premise.
Hairdressing procedures and related activities
Employees of barbers and related activities must wear face shields and face masks at all times. The wearing of disposable gowns by barbershops and related activities is encouraged.Before and after the barber procedure and related activities, related equipment (such as scissors, razors and combs) should be disinfected.Employees of barbers and related activities must wear a set of gloves for each customer.Each customer must wear a disposable haircut apron/cape/cloth during the haircut and related activities.Do not use shared towels.The time period for the entire session does not exceed 1 HOUR per client.After service, barbers and related activities should clean hands with soap and water or hand sanitizer as well as usenew glove.All disposable materials (gloves, aprons, gowns) should be disposed of in a covered trash can.
Related services
Sale of beauty and hair care products is allowed.
Haircut timing and procedures and related activities for at-risk age groups are as follows:
age 17 and under; andage 60 and above.Only 2 family members are allowed to go to the premises in a single visit.Individuals aged 17 years and below are accompanied by a parent/ guardian who has received a complete vaccination to the premises in compliance with general health protocols.The barber/related service worker must expedite the activity not exceeding 1 HOUR.
After-service payment arrangements
Cashless payments are encouraged
Hotspots Identification for Dynamic Engagement (HIDE) System
Collaborate in Covid-19 Disease Management
Cooperate with MOH or authorized parties if there is a report of a Covid-19 case incident and contact tracking.Cooperate with MOH or authorized parties if any Covid-19 test requirements on relevant barbers/activity workers, if there is a need for a case investigation.

PELAN PEMULIHAN NEGARA – FASA 2SOP PERDAGANGAN PENGEDARANDikemaskini pada 13 September 2021#KPDNHEP #SOP #PPN pic.twitter.com/e4Dx9pgBvg— KPDNHEP (@kpdnhep) September 15, 2021


Here’s What’s Open At Resorts World Genting

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Resorts World Genting has reopened yesterday after temporary suspension of its operations due to the movement control order (MCO).

On its website, Resorts World Genting (RWG) issued a notice announcing they are reopening at 6pm, 16th February with adherence to standard operating procedures (SOP).
Posters of the required daily QR code for scans are placed at all entrances to RWG. June 19, 2020.(Credit: Malay Mail)
Not all attractions and facilities will resume operations, though, as businesses within RWG have adjusted their business hours, limited availability or temporarily closed.
Here’s what’s open at RWG:
Genting Grand HotelGenting CasinoGenting ClubGenting Club Private GamingMalaysian Food Street (MFS)Seasons360 BarL’titude
Do note that the gaming and casino areas are open to GRC members only.
Additionally, guests can now make reservations for future stays at the resort.
We will continue to fully adhere to the strict SOPs issued by the government throughout the resort and we seek our guests’ cooperation to do the same. The safety and health of all our guests and employees remain our utmost priority.Resorts World Genting.
Credit: Genting Malaysia Berhad
According to The Star, Genting Malaysia Bhd also reopened Resorts World Awana on the same day. The group said Resorts World Kijal in Terengganu and Resorts World Langkawi in Kedah will resume operations on 19 February.
The reopening is in line with the relaxation of the MCO as Pahang, Kedah and Terengganu will be placed under Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO) from 19 February.

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GSC Is Selling HELLO. CANNOT. Face Masks After T-Shirts Sold Out Twice

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Last week, Golden Screen Cinemas’ extremely popular “HELLO. CANNOT.” tee-shirts sold out in mere hours despite being restocked twice on Lazada.
Due to unending demand, they have now released another product: the HELLO. CANNOT. face mask, which has the iconic phrase printed over a black antibacterial fabric.

In case you missed on why #GSCAdmin and HELLO. CANNOT. is such a big deal, it began when Malaysians tried to find loopholes in the cinema’s new SOPs for watching movies.

The GSC social media team’s firm but funny responses quickly became viral, and the company was quick to take advantage of the trend.
The face masks are currently open for pre-order on Lazada and aims to ship out by 5th to 15th August. At least, with the pre-order, everyone who wants a HELLO. CANNOT. face mask can get their own.

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A Retro KFC Outlet From The 1950’s Is Coming To Klang Very Soon

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KFC is now coming up with a brand new outlet in Bukit Raja Klang. What makes this particular fast-food joint different from the others is its 1950’s American Dine-In design.

(Credit: Rivertree Signatures Facebook)
If you are a vintage cinephile, you might be familiar with the retro designs of American fast-food joints from back in the day. Such designs use an extra-large sign board complemented by big, bright logos.
Here are some examples for better visuals:
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The design for this project will include an enormous KFC Bucket which can be seen from afar and the entire building will be covered in the brand’s signature colours of red and white.
(Credit: Unsplash)
The developers in charge of this particular project are known as Design Practice, a local architectural firm based in Selangor that also specializes in interior design.
KFC’s newest outlet is scheduled to be completed in the 2nd quarter of 2021.
Are you guys excited to try out KFC’s unique fast-food joint?

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I’m The Reason For The Emergency, Says Nazri Aziz

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Withdrawing his support for the PN government, Padang Rengas MP Datuk Seri Mohamed Nazri Abdul Aziz said the Emergency may have been requested by Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin because he knew he had lost the majority in Parliament.

With this move, the government now 109 MPs supporting it, less than half of the 220 seats currently occupied in Parliament as two MPs have passed away since the last election.
Mohamed Nazri claims to have been planning this for a long time and Muhyiddin might have known this was coming, which was why the Emergency was declared so soon after the latest Movement Control Order (MCO) was announced.
This is a decision that I have been contemplating for a long time and I think this is the best.Datuk Seri Mohamed Nazri Abdul Aziz
He said a General Election would usually be held at this point because Muhyiddin no longer has the support of Parliament but considering that Malaysia in the state of Emergency, Malaysia will have to wait for now.
It’s a logical thing for him to do, or else we should’ve had a new General Election.Datuk Seri Mohamed Nazri Abdul Aziz
He said the UMNO grassroots were not happy with how the party was treated despite giving support to Bersatu to form Perikatan Nasional and added that 120 divisions have been asking for the party to not team up with Bersatu.
In the next general election, Nazri Aziz it will be Muafakat Nasional, which is a combination of Barisan Nasional and PAS.
We’re confident that if there’s a General Election, as Muafakat Nasional with PAS, we will win.Datuk Seri Mohamed Nazri Abdul Aziz

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Melaka Government Thinks Wives Shouldn’t Make More Money Than Their Husbands, But People Disagree

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Malaysians were sceptical about scientific research claiming that husbands would feel less stress in a marriage if the wife works but earns less income than they do.

Debates began on social media after an infographic PSA originally posted on Public Health Malaysia’s Facebook page in 2019 resurfaced online.
Apparently, the PSA was recently reposted by the Melaka state government (Kerajaan Negeri Melaka) Facebook page before it was later removed, but not before people made screenshots of it.
Ni sumber yang dimaksudkan. Page rasmi kerajaan negeri Melaka. https://t.co/0YiuPbp1p0 pic.twitter.com/WJcBjHb823— The Mamu™ 🇲🇾 (@The_Mamu) February 7, 2022
The PSA triggered netizens to question the validity of the information given. Among them were politicians like Former Women Family and Community Development Deputy Minister Hannah Yeoh Tseow Suan, who argued why it was shared on an official government channel.
This later prompted Public Health Malaysia to respond to Hannah Yeoh, clarifying that they were not an official government agency besides pointing people out to the original source of the research.
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I quoted Kerajaan Negeri Melaka’s post. Please improve your materials to help build families. https://t.co/t0aljJ5teY pic.twitter.com/UJn5mTpzXU— Hannah Yeoh (@hannahyeoh) February 7, 2022
What did the PSA say?
According to the PSA, studies showed evidence that husbands tend to experience less stress if their wives were employed and earned 40% or less of the total household income, but feel more stress if they were totally dependent on their wives.
Providing examples for this statement, the PSA explained how the arrangement would work:
If the husband earned RM3000 and the wife earned RM2000, the husband would be “less stressed”.If the husband earned RM3000 and the wife’s income was similarly RM3000, the husband would be “restless”.If the husband only earned RM3000 and the wife earned RM10,000, the husband would be “even more stressed”.
The PSA went on to conclude that husbands were “normally” perceived as the family provider and that, maybe, this income issue was why men are less inclined to find partners with higher financial resources.

The PSA was apparently taken from a study available on Sage Journals titled “Spousal Relative Income and Male Psychological Distress”.
The study investigated the relationship between a wife’s relative income and the husband’s psychological distress level.
What they found was that a husband’s psychological distress is minimum at a point where wives make 40% of total household income and increases to maximum when they’re entirely financially dependent on their wives.
These results reflect the stress associated with being the sole breadwinner, and more significantly, with gender norm deviance due to husbands being outearned by their wives.Spousal Relative Income and Male Psychological Distress via Sage Journals.
The research noted that couples don’t experience this problem at the beginning of their marriage, even if the wife earns more than the husband.
The study also concluded that wives don’t feel the same levels of stress regardless of how much their husbands made for a living.
Relationships, not resources
Malaysians however disagreed with the research, with many saying that that sort of patriarchal thinking was outdated in today’s world and should not be taken as a benchmark.
So what are you trying to say? We should lower our capabilities and standard?It’s 2022, and yet we still have patriarchal mindset. https://t.co/H5XXDrghAF— zuliguli (@zulister) February 8, 2022
It screams masculinity inferiority for me https://t.co/1yO7zE3O5V— bana (@itsmebanaaa) February 8, 2022
Other commenters stated that they don’t care if their spouses earned more or less than what they did for a living.
If my future wife makes more than me, im good with that.As long as she doesn’t use her income as a point against me and she’s okay with what I’m able to provide.If she wants to live better, she can chip in, of course. I don’t mind. It’s our life anyways. https://t.co/4Xh1nPD9BP— Tun N (@Mysteri_dark) February 8, 2022
I ever asked my husb what if one day i can earn more than him & he said, “I’m happy & proud of u. Relief too cos knowing if smtg happened to me, u can look after urself & our kids.” So kerajaan melaka, pls stop this mindset. Move forward, not backward. https://t.co/vWt3ps4qmV— bone tired (@sparklyunikorn) February 7, 2022
My mom earned 3x more than my dad, but I never see my dad making a fuss about that. You guys have fragile masculinity and it shows https://t.co/B65MwTgP2B— Cosmos 11.11 (@zxti131) February 7, 2022

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AirAsia’s Prayer Sheet Amused Netizens But There Are Also Questions

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AirAsia’s in-flight prayer sheet listing six different prayers for a safe journey has garnered attention from netizens.

Twitter user Xiran (@XiranJayZhao) uploaded a picture of the docket, believed to be from Air Asia Indonesia, and jokingly said the airline really covered all its bases.
The prayer sheet has prayers for Muslims, Christians, Catholics, Buddhists, Confucianists, and Hindus.
This airline really covering ALL its bases pic.twitter.com/mYHPGnzLVq— Xiran @ Jakarta (@XiranJayZhao) June 12, 2023
While praying for a safe journey is not unheard of, netizens had some questions about the prayer sheet.
When a netizen jokingly asked why atheism was left out, Xiran said it’s represented by the flight safety pamphlet (and probably the safety briefing).
For those who wonder why only “six” religions are highlighted, Indonesian netizens explained that only these religions are recognized in the country.
They added that all Indonesia-based airlines have this prayer sheet on their planes.
Others also questioned why Catholicism is considered separate from Christianity when Catholicism is one of the many branches of Christianity.
There are also questions about categorising Confucianism as a religion when it’s a school of thought. It’s alleged that Confucianism in Indonesia generally refers to Chinese folk religions.
Regardless of one’s spiritual beliefs and understanding, the prayer sheet has amused netizens.
The airlines still deserve praise for including prayers from various religions for their passengers’ comfort.
To bless the flight with the power of six religions— Xiran @ Jakarta (@XiranJayZhao) June 12, 2023
No that's just the flight safety pamphlet— Xiran @ Jakarta (@XiranJayZhao) June 12, 2023
christianity and catholic as two seperate things has me crying— wd3ncha 🇪🇺🏳🌈 sometimes xiv translations (@wd3ncha) June 12, 2023
Setting aside the peculiar need to segregate Catholics, I take particular amusement from the Buddhist 'whatever the plane does, we're fine with that'.— TheOtherGrahamB (@othergrahamb) June 12, 2023
Indonesian here. This kind of flyer is common in Indonesian flights, even foreign-owned ones. "Doa" means prayer. Six religions because officially, they are the only religions recognized by the state for administrative purposes.— Paul Kris (dia/dia) (@paulkris7) June 13, 2023
"Confucianism" in Indonesia generally refers to the entire framework of chinese folk religions. Before it was added to the list of 6, most of us simply referred to ourselves as Buddhists.— Wonton Violence (@ieremaias) June 13, 2023
They really were like:"We don't know which is real but we ain't taking chances"— Dude coming out of the wall (@Gabi_Ro_Ol) June 12, 2023

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Mahathir And Anwar Reunite On Second Anniversary Of Pakatan Victory

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The duo is back.
Former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad and Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim have reconciled their differences and are now reunited again to finish what they started.
The two have issued a joint statement on 9 May (which was also the date when Pakatan Harapan won the 14th General Elections) reiterating their cooperation.
On this day, two years ago, the Pakatan Harapan coalition, made up of Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR), Democratic Action Party (DAP), Bersatu and National Trust Party (Amanah) brought down Barisan Nasional (BN) which has been in power for more than 60 years.
Setting aside their disputes, they now have their eyes on the Perikatan Nasional party, a coalition that’s mainly made up of Malaysian United Indigenous Party (Bersatu), a party which Mahathir is the current Chairman, Parti Islam SeMalaysia (PAS), United Malays National Organisation (UMNO).
In the statement they’ve mentioned that they will unite to return the public’s mandate, which they said, has been violated with the rise of the current ruling coalition.
Kenyataan bersama saya dan DS @anwaribrahim Sempena Ulangtahun Kedua Kemenangan Pakatan Harapan pic.twitter.com/qq0NMvgT7Qâ€” Dr Mahathir Mohamad (@chedetofficial) May 9, 2020

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Durian Harvests Are Also Victims Of Climate Change

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The Movement Control Order (MCO) has whetted the Malaysian appetite for durian. In fact, durian sellers report a substantial increase in demand, especially for home deliveries.
However, durian farmers caution that while this year’s harvest is relatively good, it may not be able to meet peak demand for the fruit due to the weather.
Extreme rainfall and fluctuating temperatures have caused inconsistent and lower production of the durian fruit. There was a recent drought that lasted for as long as five months. This caused the durians to ripen and drop earlier than they normally would. Heavy rain also caused the fruit to fall before they could mature.
According to the Malay Mail, most durian farmers cited that the harvest of fruits was not at peak conditions, but they have no issue selling what available produce they have.
A durian seller known as Leng noted that his sales were not particularly affected by the pandemic and the MCO. The one change he notes is that whereas customers would come by his stall to eat the durian, they now request for the fruits to be delivered directly to them instead.
I can only hope things go back to the way they were, as I must say I miss the sight of people eating durians heartily at the stalls.Leng to Malay Mail
Demand has grown so much for durian delivery services that some sellers find it hard to keep up with delivery orders. A Penang-based durian seller Wong Jee Min said that the demand is sky-high because it appears that people seem to crave durians even more when stuck at home.
Demand for durian hasn’t slowed down at all.(Credit: jcomp/Freepik)
According to Pontian-based farmer Mohd Firoz Sanusi, demand for durian variety has also changed. While in previous years, premium durian varieties such as IOI, Musang King, and Cap MIA were highly in demand, it appears that the cheaper kampung durians are now in favour.
I guess people are more cautious about spending and therefore favour kampung durians now.Firoz to Malay Mail
In addition to weather that has interfered with his crop production, Firoz also explained that he had a lack of manpower on the farms during the MCO, which drove up the prices of his branded varities of durian.
On the whole, customers shouldn’t have to worry too much about not getting their hands on fresh durian delivered directly to them. Many more farmers are expanding their delivery services and routes, so you will definitely get to enjoy the king of fruits in the comfort of your own home this durian season.

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FREE General Health Screenings By Pantai Hospital Ampang For Early Detection Of Women’s Health Problems

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From now till the 31st of October, Pantai Hospital Ampang (PHA) has set up a booth at the lobby to offer free general health screenings to the public as well as raise awareness on the importance of protecting women’s health.

Our modern lifestyle with high stress levels, little physical activity, and unhealthy diet with processed foods has greatly increased our risks of developing diseases including cancer and obesity.
In these cases, the key to efficiently identifying and treating them is early detection.
Credit: Pantai Hospital Ampang
However, there are a variety of different health screenings at various price points, so for someone who hasn’t seen a doctor in a while, it might be a hassle to find the most suitable screening for each individual.
Hence, this free general health screening will also include a health professional who will be able to recommend the best health screening based on an individual’s age, risk factor, lifestyle, and family history.
Additionally, women health problems can also be identified with early screenings as well.
Better to know you have issues than to be landed in the hospital with it.(Credit: Freepik)
Dr Ong Syl Fyn, a health screening doctor at Pantai Hospital Ampang, encourages women in their 20s and 30s to go for regular pap smears, which can help to detect sexually transmitted diseases (STD), cervical cancer, and other kinds of infections.
In fact, more than 90 per cent of cervical cancer cases start off as an HPV infection – which can be easily treated if detected at its pre-cancerous stage.Dr Ong Syl Fyn
Additionally, women in their 20s and 30s should also get a breast ultrasound instead of a mammogram. This is because mammograms may miss health irregularities due to how dense younger breast tissue is, or it may miss simple lumps and cysts even if it can detect micro particles that indicate early stages of cancer.
Women in this age group can also consider a pelvic ultrasound to identify uterine fibroids, which are relatively common but may affect fertility. Women who experience heavy menses or those wishing to start a family should get checked.
However, women in their 40s and above are encouraged to go for both a mammogram and breast ultrasound. Post-menopausal women should also check for hypertension and heart problems as their risks will increase as well.
Regardless of what age you are, it’s crucial to stay abreast with your health.

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“Did We Just Get Scammed?” – British Tourists Get Charged RM120 For A Haircut In KL

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It’s no secret that tourists tend to fall prey to scams perpetrated by business owners in the countries they visit.

Oftentimes, they end up paying more than the actual price for goods or services but only rarely do they protest much due to language barriers or the hassle it would involve.
Unfortunately for British Youtuber couple, Zoe and Czar, that is exactly what happened when they ended up having to pay RM120 for a haircut.
The TikTok video that has since gone viral with over 720,000 views shows Zoe and Czar visiting a barber shop in Bukit Bintang, KL, that advertised a haircut for RM19.

https://www.tiktok.com/@zoeandczar_/video/7220017607314033925?refer=embed

Their video caption read:
“What do you think? Do you also think 120 ringgit is far too much for a trim in a local barber shop in Kuala lumpur? First time this has happened to us in Malaysia.”@zoeandczar_ via TikTok
In the video, the couple mentioned that the barber engaged in friendly conversation with Czar, asking where he was from.
Czar replied that he was from the Philippines but now resides in England with Zoe.
Upon completion of the haircut, the barber surprisingly charged them RM120, a huge jump from the advertised price.
Zoe and Czar had also asked two locals if the price was reasonable and they were told it should not be more than RM50.
When they confronted the barber, he became defensive, claiming that foreigners have to pay more taxes for local services and that Czar’s facial hair required more effort.
Zoe also noted that it was not fair for them to assume that just because they weree from abroad, it meant they were made of money and that it was okay to charge them that much.
The couple added that they’ve been to Malaysia before but this is the first time they experienced something like this.
Imagine if it was our first time here and we weren’t regular travellers. Maybe we wouldn’t want to come back. Luckily, we’ve seen good sides of the country and we do like it here. But you’ve got to think about the lasting impression that that leaves on tourists.@zoeandczar_ via TikTok
Earlier today, the New Straits Times reported that the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry (KPDN) is investigating the overcharging incident.
Minister Datuk Seri Salahuddin Ayub told the news portal:
When I learned about a foreign tourist who had to pay RM120 for a haircut, I immediately ordered the officers to investigate. If it’s true, let’s ensure those involved will be strictly dealt with. Not only did they charge excessively, but the action tarnished Malaysia’s good name. As a tourist destination, we should offer the best services and reasonable prices.Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry (KPDN) Minister Datuk Seri Salahuddin Ayub
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Texas Chicken Offers Merdeka 2-pc Set Meal Promo At Just RM7.99!

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With Merdeka and Malaysia Day coming up, Malaysia is getting swept up by a wave of patriotism, which translates to good deals and fun stuff for all Malaysians!

Texas Chicken Malaysia is also taking the chance to throw a celebration their way, with the Merdeka Beats campaign that will feature awesome Malaysians music, arts, and culture.

The fast food chain has taken inspiration from classic Malaysian arts. The classic song Manusia from Tan Sri P. Ramlee’s film Bujang Lapok in 1957 has been adapted with new lyrics. The new song, simply named Malaysia, was written and performed by Malaysian artist Cuurley.
In fact, they’re now offering you a chance to take part in reimagining Malaysia the way they did Manusia! The music contest will run from 2nd to 30th September 2021 with 10 prizes of RM100 Texas Chicken cash vouchers.
Special day, special prices too!
To celebrate the special day, Texas Chicken is offering a special one-day deal on their popular 2-piece chicken and drink set. On 31st August 2021, you can purchase the chicken set for only RM7.99.

You can buy an unlimited number of these chicken sets for RM7.99 if you visit any Texas Chicken store in person.
However, if you want to order Texas Chicken online, the vouchers for the set at RM7.99 will only be available on 31st August and are limited to 4 vouchers per Shopee account.  The redemption period for the vouchers bought from Shopee is from 2nd to 15th September 2021.

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Higher Education Minister Apologises And Leaves It To Unis To Assist Their Students

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Higher Education Minister Datuk Dr Noraini Ahmad has apologised on Facebook over the inconvenience caused to all university students and their parents.

She was referring to her ministry’s last-minute decision to postpone registration and orientation programmes for public university students due to the recent increase in Covid-19 cases across the country.
I take note of the plight of students and their family following the universities’ decision to postpone physical registration.Datuk Dr Noraini Ahmad via Facebook

While registration and orientation programmes were set to start today (3 October), the MOHE advisory on the matter was only issued at noon yesterday.
This meant that most students were literally on their way to campus when they heard of the policy change.
The sudden advisory had also apparently confused some public universities who then turned students away even though the advisory stated that students who had arrived were allowed to stay on campus.
(Credit: Twitter)
Frustrated students shared their experiences online, with most of them saying that the last-minute change had left them at a financial loss.
Money had been spent on transportation costs, such as for petrol and toll, bus tickets, and airfare. Many had also already spent on accommodation.
Some students also reportedly arrived at the campus with nowhere to go and no place to sleep.

OPEN THREAD: Jika anda pelajar IPT dan terkesan secara kewangan akibat keputusan last minute KPT, reply thread ini dengan senarai kerugian anda (tiket, deposit rumah sewa, tol, minyak etc) dan anggaran total kerugian anda kali ini.— Injang #RakyatJagaRakyat (@InjangNation) October 2, 2020
Over 4,000 replies to this tweet were from students sharing how they were affected by the sudden policy change.
I would like to apologise for all the inconvenience and hope we can work together to curb the spread of Covid-19.Datuk Dr Noraini Ahmad via Facebook
According to Noraini, in line with the government’s policy of granting autonomy to public universities, her ministry played an advisory role in proposing the postponement of student registration.
She said that the decision was made after discussions were held with the management of all public universities, the National Security Council and the Health Ministry.
She also urged public universities to be reasonable and considerate in managing their students and all issues that have arisen from the postponement.

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This Self-Service Recycling Center In PJ Got A Facelift: Here’s How It Works Now

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The Recycling & Buy Back Center (RBBC) in IPC mall is one of the best recycling points that is easily accessible right in PJ.

The recycling center is located in the parking lot of the mall, but it is easily found via signage and the bright white lights within.
The best part is the convenience. It’s super easy to just park and drop off your recyclables. Then, you can leave immediately or hang around the mall (since you’re there already!)
Their new face lift sees a fully glass exterior and extremely clear and concise instructions on how to recycle.
The exterior of the RBBC in the parking lot.(Credit: Anne Dorall/TRP)
So how does it work?
First, you should sort your recyclables at home. The categories are cardboard, paper, plastic, metal, aluminium, drink cartons, and textiles. They even accept frozen food waste (which must be packed tightly and securely)!
Bags of separated recyclables. Clockwise from top: paper and cardboard, glass, aluminum, plastic.(Credit: Anne Dorall/TRP)
There are also other categories for donation, such as glass, electronics, medicine, light bulbs but these will not count towards your reward points.
Then, bring your recyclables to the RBBC. (Just follow the signage in the parking lot!)
The app is not strictly necessary
You will be asked to download and use the IPC app while dropping off your recyclables, but it’s actually not strictly necessary to operate.
Clear signs in the RBBC guides you through how to recycle and use the services.(Credit: Anne Dorall/TRP)
The IPC app is very useful, however. Sure, it gives you points that you can redeem for useful things like parking and vouchers, but more importantly it tracks how much you have recycled based on weight and category.
To keep track, simply scan your QR code from the app at the category of choice. This is how RBBC tracks the weight of your donations.
Then, slide your recyclables through the slot. Be gentle with fragile items like glass and light bulbs, otherwise they will break.
Each category is clearly marked with large slot openings for you to push your recyclables through.(Credit: Anne Dorall/TRP)
When you’re done, just mark yourself as done on the app.
Repeat this for each category. Trust us, it is actually faster and more seamless than you think!
The results of your recycling efforts will be credited to your app within 24 hours, together with a breakdown of how much you have recycled in weight and by category. You will also get TACK points which you can exchange for parking, vouchers, or more.
Left: A breakdown of your recyclables by weight and category. Right: some of the stuff you can redeem points for.(Credit: Anne Dorall/TRP)
Of course, you can choose to skip using the app entirely. If you’re in a rush or do not want your recyclables tracked, just drop all your recyclables into the appropriate slot. That’s it.
How easy is it?
If you live nearby or are planning a visit to IKEA anyway (for the meatballs, right?), the RBBC is particularly convenient simply due to its location.
You don’t need to drive to a specific recycling center or haul large bags of recyclables around a shopping mall. If you were already in the area or had plans to visit the mall, it’s easy to drop by and get it recycled quickly before you continue with errands.
So, will you be recycling this weekend?
LocationIPC Shopping Centre, Ladies parking, Level P1, 2, Jalan PJU 7/2, Mutiara Damansara, 47800 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Operating HoursOpen daily 8am-10pm

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“I Submit” Malaysians Heartbroken By This Kid’s Strength After Losing Favorite Toy To Flood

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The floods have affected all walks of life, not just adults and the elderly, but also the children who also reeling from the effects and aftermath of the recent natural disaster.

Recently a clip surfaced online showing a child talking about losing his toys due to the strong current that went through their house.
The over 30-second video was posted on Twitter showing the condition of the house before it transitions to the child sharing his experiences.
The toy robot that I just bought was swept away by the flood. After I’ve bought the toy, I noticed that the package has arrived. At around 10, I woke up and saw the water was already waist high and I looked for my toys, that’s when I realised that the water has taken them far away.
When asked about he felt, the child said there’s nothing much he can do but to “menyerah” or accept the predicaments that have happened.
READ MORE: Kids Worry About Their Stuff Too: How The Flood Traumatizes Children
“Menyerah”😭😭😭😭😭😭😭 pic.twitter.com/2ZtaT0l2Ha— papard 🏴🇵🇸 (@farddmottidin) December 27, 2021
Netizens’ hearts were broken
Malaysians who saw the clip were heartbroken seeing a child losing everything that he loves at a very young age.
You can see the pain in his eyes and the frustration in his smile. 😢😢 https://t.co/7VJ6SoGipI— 🇲🇾جيلمأن رونلدو (@Ajisodelicious) December 28, 2021
Many who commented on the post even offered to give him their toys so that he can feel a bit better.
Ni aku ada 2 figures besar boleh kasi budak ni. Kalau ada info boleh reply tweet ni. Tq pic.twitter.com/UfHcb0F2O0— chief syed (@dimbadib) December 27, 2021
Meanwhile, there were others who commended the child for being positive despite losing his toys.
They applaud him for keeping a brave face and moving on, something which even adults struggle to do consistently.
I love positive vibes adik nih🥺— Nora 🇲🇾 (@nfnikishsfai) December 27, 2021
and he said it with a smile. strong boy la u dik 🙁 https://t.co/rXasWTVgVO— 韩 (@hananshhh) December 28, 2021

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Teacher Waited For 2 Hours But No One Showed Up For Class

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Malaysian students are starting to feel burned out ever since they sat through days of online classes since the start of the pandemic.

Some students have taken matters into their own hands and have boldly skipped classes despite receiving a scolding from their teachers or parents. These students have had enough.
Recently, a teacher shared online that all of his students did not turn up for their Mathematics class.
Cikgu Vee shared on Tiktok that he had advised and reprimanded students who were skipping classes in a Whatsapp group chat which included the parents.
The next day, no one turned up for his class. He waited for two hours and only a student ‘logged’ into the class.
Even so, the sole student ended the video call the moment the teacher opened the chatbox.
“I’m grateful that [a student] joined but they left too,” a heartbroken Cikgu Vee wrote in his video caption.
“Ya Allah, are all of my students still angry at me? I ask for your forgiveness,” he added.
In the chatbox, a student wrote “Teacher, you always give homework. Boring la. I’m the only student here. Where are the others?”
Cikgu Vee believes all of the students plotted to skip his class together after what transpired in the Whatsapp group chat.
  @azskelisnirin kelas pagi ini walaupun adik left cikgu tetap teruskan utk habiskan perbincangan latihan exam. cikgu minta maaf ye adik2 kalau trnampak video ni🥺 ♬ semangat ngontennya – SR.Kimz`ˢᵃⁿˢ
Netizens empathised with Cikgu Vee and pointed out that the young students these days do not respect teachers anymore.
However, some have criticised the teacher for scolding the students in front of their parents in the group chat. Not everyone shared the same views.
“Actually the teacher was right to reprimand the students in front of the parents so the parents know what’s going on,” a netizen wrote.
“Don’t [they] feel guilty if they don’t attend class? A whole class [skipped]. If I entered the class 1-minute late, I already feel very guilty,” another person commented.
Regardless, Cikgu Vee asked everyone not to blame any parties but to take his experience as a lesson learned.

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Mom Shares Heartbreaking Story of Young Son’s Dialysis Journey

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Social media has witnessed many happy moments and sad ones.

Recently, a mother’s sharing brought tears to many.
Anna, the mother of Zarif Azri, shared his dialysis journey at a hospital on her Instagram account prior to his death. Zarif died in 2020 and Anna reshared her story recently as a dedication to the hospital’s frontliners.
        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by ANNA – Telekung Sulam & Lace (@telekung_anna)
According to an interview with World of Buzz, Anna said that Zarif was diagnosed with PUV (Posterior Urethral Valve) since before he was born.
She said that PUV prevented Zarif from urinating normally as the pee would reflux back into his kidney, becoming dilated, and this in turn resulted in damage to his kidneys.
In the Instagram post, she said that Zarif started his dialysis in the year 2018 and he had to do it 3 to 4 times a week.
He would have to endure the side effects like headaches, vomiting, stomach and leg cramps during the dialysis.
Anna also shared another video of Zarif hugging the nurses the day he was brought back home. The doctors declared that there was nothing more they could do for him. Zarif passed away 9 days after he was brought home.
        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by ANNA – Telekung Sulam & Lace (@telekung_anna)
The scene where he hugged all the nurses with love and appreciation would make any grown person cry.
“Special thanks to all general and dialysis nurses of KK1 IPHKL and Peads Dialysis Unit Ward 9C Hospital Tuanku Azizah KL who has taken care of Zarif.”Anna, Mother of Zarif Azri
Anna even named a few of the staff nurses who took good care of Zarif during his hard times and she gave special thanks to the two night nurses who was with him on his last day.
The videos garnered the attention of many with netizens showing their support for Anna.

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333 People In Malaysia Recovered From Covid-19 Today, The Highest Number Since MCO

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On June 16, Malaysia records 333 cases of recovery from the Covid-19 virus, making it the highest number of patient recovery for the country since the start of the nationwide Conditional Movement Control Order (MCO) period.
In total, 7,733 patients have recovered from Covid-19 in Malaysia.
Meanwhile, the Health Ministry (MOH) reports 11 new cases of infections involving one imported case and 10 locally transmitted cases, of which four Malaysian citizens (one from Selangor and three from Sarawak) and six foreigners (two from Kuala Lumpur and four from Negeri Sembilan) were confirmed positive for the virus.
Terkini #covid19malaysia STATUS COVID-19, 16 JunKes baharu = 11a) melibatkan kes import= 1b) melibatkan kes penularan tempatan= 10i) kes warganegara= 4ii) kes bukan warganegara= 6 pic.twitter.com/zfHgh8p68j— KKMPutrajaya (@KKMPutrajaya) June 16, 2020
To date, the country has recorded a total of 8,505 positive cases with 651 of those cases still active.
Cases within the country are currently concentrated in Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Negeri Sembilan, Johor and Sarawak.
(Credit: Twitter/MOH)

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Selangor Bans Hiking In Forest Reserves For 3 Months Until The End Of The Monsoon Season

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The Selangor Forestry Department has issued a notice to bar any hiking activities at permanent forest reserves in the state due to the upcoming monsoon season.

“Please be informed that all hiking trails and recreational activities in the Selangor permanent reserve forest are not permitted and will be closed to public visitors from 1 November 2022 to 31 January 2023,” the department said in a statement uploaded onto Facebook.

The department added that the closure was a precautionary measure to prevent untoward incidents from occurring due to the monsoon season.
The closure was a routine procedure which was done every year during the monsoon season when heavy rains were expected to fall during this time of the year.
There are 10 eco-forest in Selangor that are popular among hikers namely; Air Terjun Gabai, Sungai Chongkak, Sungai Tua, Taman Rimba Templer, Gunung Nuang, Sungai Sendat, Taman Rimba Ampang, Kanching, Sungai Tekala and Taman Rimba Komanwel.

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These Top 10 Thai Fashion Brands Walked The Runway With Gorgeous Designs

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In conjunction with the Think Thailand Campaign launched earlier this year, there are a lot of collaborations between Thailand and Malaysia in terms of food and lifestyle, endorsed by the Department of International Trade and Promotion (DITP) and the Royal Thai Embassy, Malaysia.

For example, a lot of Thai food and beauty products were introduced to Malaysians at the ‘Think Thailand’ Festival in Petaling Jaya, a few months ago.
READ MORE: Malaysia’s Largest Thai Festival ‘Think Thailand’ Is In PJ Until 6 June!
Last month during KLFW, around 40 talented Thai designers displayed their brilliant works on the Pavillion Kuala Lumpur runway, in a segment called Sawasdee KL, co-hosted by DITP too.
Following that, this month, DITP continued the productive momentum by hosting another fashion show in Malaysia featuring sophisticated designs from Thailand’s Top 10 Fashion Brands.

VersaThai, a fashion show for the versatile
Brought to the you by DITP and the Royal Thai Embassy, Malaysia, the VersaThai featured 10 Thai fashion brands with over 80 sophisticatedly designed outfits.

VersaThai fashion showcase, part of Think Fashion Think THAILAND campaign, will display Top Thai Fashion Brands 2022. The key theme of this event is VersaThai, which derives from the word “Versatile” where “changeable” and “mix and match” fashions are available for different lifestyles.Mr. Worawan Wanwil, Director of DITP
3 Signature Styles
The 80 outfits were divided into three signature styles which were Contemporary Thai Fashion, Everyday Fashion and Sustainable Fashion.

The Dawn of Pride
Featuring contemporary Thai fashion, they showcased costumes inspired by Thai culture and fabrics of the past. Bringing the pride of the past to create inspiration for today’s modern fashion, the designs have a modern cut suitable for a variety of occasions.
Designers behind the signature style: Mirah, Vertiaire & De Quuarr Community
The Shining Happiness
Featuring everyday fashion, these simple designs aim to spark joy, boost confidence and incite happiness when wearing them.
Designers behind the signature style: Mira, Varithorn, Siri and Shu.

The Bright Future
Featuring sustainable fashion, the clothes are designed, manufactured, distributed and used in ways that are environmentally friendly. As opposed to fast fashion, fashion too can be used to make a statement in building a sustainable society.
Designers behind the signature style: Bwild Isan and Black Sugar, Yano and SC Grand and Circular

If you wanna take a closer look at the designs displayed in the fashion show, you can visit them at the ByThian Store in Uptown and Central I-City Mall in Shah Alam.
READ MORE: This Fashion Show Looked International But It Was All Done By A Local University
READ MORE: Direct KL-Hatyai KTM Ride Is Only RM75 On Malaysia Day Weekend!

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Netizens Praise This 7-Eleven Employee In Bukit Jelutong For Always Making Their Day Better

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We’ve been told time and time again that doing a random act of kindness can brighten someone’s day and it’s true. The random act doesn’t even need to be grand to make a lasting impact too.

A recent tweet by Shafiqah Othman (@sfqomhz) proved just that when she shared a heartwarming encounter she experienced.
She was lining up to pay at a 7-Eleven at Jalan Bazar, Bukit Jelutong when she took notice of a foreign employee working behind the counter.
The 7-Eleven employee helped another foreigner to register their prepaid mobile number and maintained a friendly attitude the whole time.
When it was Shafiqah’s time to pay, he was just as warm when he was serving her and she left the shop with a huge smile on her face.
“Very rarely do I enter a shop and leave with such a big smile on my face. But he manages to do that without fail just with his friendly service alone,” she wrote on Twitter.
Shafiqah also said she hopes 7-Eleven will identify the model employee and give him the bonus he truly deserved.

Hi @7elevenmalaysia, there is an employee in 7-Eleven, Bukit Jelutong (the one at Jalan Bazar) that's just A+. I forgot to ask his name, but I went there just now and told him that his cheerful personality makes me happy every time I visit. I hope you give him a big bonus!— Shafiqah Othman (@sfqomhz) November 3, 2021

It didn’t take too long for netizens to find out who the employee was because they felt the same way about him.
According to a tweet by Atie Mahmud (@ezypepper), the employee’s name is Al Amin who’s from Bangladesh. Atie showed him Shafiqah’s praise for him on Twitter which delighted him.
Al Amin told Atie that he just loves serving people and making them happy.

The praise for Al Amin online caught the attention of 7-Eleven and they thanked Shafiqah for sharing her wonderful experience.
They added that they love to reward Al Amin for the good work he has done.

https://twitter.com/7elevenmalaysia/status/1456446277177118728?s=20

Al Amin’s friendliness also spread to the netizens who came across the Twitter thread.
“Such a wholesome experience! Hope that guy gets a raise!” someone wrote.
“That dude that looks like mamak eh? He is very funny sis,” another netizen tweeted.
“Haha yeah agree there’s a guy there that’s cheerful. He naturally interacts with customer but not in an annoying way,” another person wrote.
“This thread is soooo calming,” another person tweeted.

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Malaysia’s Dearly Beloved Curry Laksa Now Belongs To Singapore

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Curry laksa, one of Malaysia’s most beloved dishes commonly enjoyed with family and friends, either at home or at hawker stalls, is now Singapore’s.

The flavourful and spicy coconut-based curry soup, which usually consists of noodles, often known as vermicelli, is ranked among the best soup dishes in the world.
The best curry laksa is often garnished with cockles. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
Curry laksa is known for its rich and aromatic flavours, and it is a beloved dish among locals and tourists alike.
And according to Taste Atlas, an online guide for traditional food, curry laksa hails from Singapore.

Curry laksa is typically served with toppings such as chicken, shrimp, tofu puffs, and bean sprouts and is often garnished with fresh herbs or curry leaves.
It is often considered a comfort food in Malaysia, especially on rainy days or in cool weather.
Malaysians enjoy the comforting feeling of slurping up the noodles and savouring the flavours of the curry broth.
It is so important that when a top-ranked curry laksa restaurant in Kuantan closed for many days, the local newspaper sent a reporter to find out what is happening.
The base of curry laksa is a thick and aromatic broth made from a combination of spices such as lemongrass, galangal, turmeric, and chilli paste. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
In short, curry laksa is not only enjoyed for its taste, but it also holds cultural significance in Malaysia, a dish that represents the nation’s diverse culinary heritage.
Furthermore, curry laksa has gained international recognition as one of Malaysia’s signature dishes.
It is often featured in Malaysian tourism campaigns, promoting Malaysia’s unique food culture.
Tofu puffs are also important to make curry laksa comforting and flavorful. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
Same Same, But Different
Given how important curry laksa is to Malaysian, attributing it to Singapore will surely open up old wounds.
Malaysia’s tiny neighbour down south has been known to claim its big brother’s food and culture as its own.
Singapore has claimed they invented this and that, such as nasi lemak and chicken rice, and Malaysians are merely copying them.

I answer the question Is nasi lemak from Malaysia or Singapore? https://t.co/Yl15C7NmRm via @scmpnews— Vicki Williams (@FoodWriterVicki) July 15, 2019
Perhaps it is high time for food review websites such as Taste Atlas to approach such topics sensitively.
There is a need to respect diverse cultural perspectives and a recognition of the complexities involved in culinary history and heritage.
READ MORE: Malaysia Ranks 39th In TasteAtlas’s Best Cuisines In The World Top 50 List
READ MORE: Nasi Lemak Loses Top Spot As Indonesian Chicken Porridge Voted The Better Food In South East Asia

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Actually, The Petrol Price Ceiling Not Revoked, Says Government

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While we all enjoyed a great deal of panic yesterday when a Government Gazette dated June 3 announced that the petrol and diesel price ceiling will be removed, the minister involved says that the price ceiling has actually not be removed.
Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (KPDNHEP) Minister Datuk Alexander Nanta Linggi specified in a press conference yesterday that the government has not revoked the order on ceiling retail prices of petrol and diesel. It remains as it is.
He hoped the public would not make misleading statements about the matter as it would give rise to misunderstandings.
The Government Gazette in question notes that the Price Control and Anti-Profiteering (Determination of Maximum Retail Price for Petrol and Diesel) (No. 8) (Cancellation) 2020 was made by Datuk Seri Hasnol Zam Zam Ahmad in accordance with the Price Control and Anti-Profiteering Act 2011 (Act 723).
The order was made on April 10 with the approval of Nanta.
Nanta also further said in a press statement that the retail pricing of petroleum products using the Automated Price Mechanism (APM) formula was influenced by the price of refined products in line with global crude oil prices.
As of March 30, 2017, retail prices of petrol and diesel have been regulated on a weekly basis and enforced by KPDNHEP under the Price Control and Anti-Profiteering (Determination of Maximum Retail Price for Petrol and Diesel) in accordance with the Price Control and Anti-Profiteering Act 2011.
The gazetting was to enforce control on retail prices of petrol and diesel by oil companies and petrol station operators so that they do not exceed the prices set by the Ministry of Finance.Datuk Alexander Nanta Linggi
He noted that KPDNHEP has changed the mechanism for controlling retail prices of petrol and diesel through a directive issued under Regulation 12A of the Control and Supply Regulations 1974 under the Control of Supplies Act 1961 since February 29.
This change was to strengthen enforcement and monitoring efforts at the KPDNHEP level in the event of any violation of the directive under the Act.

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Parliament Approves Budget 2021 After Chaotic Winding Up Speech

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The Parliament has passed the Budget 2021 today at the policy level based on a voice vote and the Bill will be debated on the committee level on 30 November.
Experts predicted that despite rumors, the Bill would eventually be passed by the Members of Parliament (MPs) fearing that it will spur public backlash, based on reports by Malay Mail.
It was previously reported in The Edge that the government will spend RM322.5 billion on Budget 2021 – higher than the previous year’s RM297 billion.
Around RM17 billion or 5.3% of that amount will be used to fight Covid-19, RM236.5 billion will be spent on Operating expenditure (OE), and RM69 billion will be used for development expenditure (DE).
The Ministries that will benefit the most are the Ministry of Education, the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Health, which will get around RM117.5 billion.
The Budget will also target to low and middle income groups, the B40 and M40 with cash aids for both individuals and families, tax exemption for loss of employment and the ability to take money out of EPF’s Account 1.
READ MORE: B40, M40 & T20 – The New Figures In 2020
Some changes were made in the Budget such as the i-Sinar programme which is now extended to 8 million members.
The government has also increased the amount people can withfraw from their EPF Account 1 to RM10,000 from RM9,000 proposed previously.
Finance Minister Datuk Seri Tengku Zafrul Aziz said that although it will cost around RM70 billion, it will not affect returns or dividends.
It was also announced in Parliament that a one-off payment of RM300 will be given to frontliners and will be extended to include the police, army, RELA, Immigration, and the National Disaster Management Authority personnel (NADMA).
It’s an addition from the RM500 mentioned previously which was only limited to those working under the Ministry of Health.
Also, former and retired police officers will receive a RM500 one-off payment as well.
The government has also proposed to increase the amount given for e-belia from RM50 to RM100.
The Finance Minister said that this will be extended to 1.1 million students in public and private universities; including those above 20 years of age.
More aid has also been allocated for Sabah as RM50 million will be given out to the state starting December 2020.

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No U-Turn On Liquor Sale Requirements For Kopitiams, Says Tengku Zafrul

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Finance Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz has denied that directives have been made to cancel alcohol licensing requirements for coffee shops and kopitiams.

He said in Parliament that, so far, the government doesn’t intend to withdraw any approval for liquor licenses.
Transport Minister, Datuk Seri Wee Ka Siong previously mentioned that the government has canceled liquor license requirements imposed on eateries after he spoke with the Finance Minister.
READ MORE: U-Turn: Now Kopitiams No Longer Need Licence To Sell Beers, Says Wee Ka Siong
It’s under the Licensing Board
Tengku Zafrul was quoted by Bernama saying that based on the existing policy, the minimum retail sale on the premises must have a license under the Excise Act 1976, and licensing is approved by the Licensing Board in accordance with Section 35, Excise Act 1976.
Meanwhile, through an order which was gazetted in 1977, licensing for liquor sales under the Licensing Board, which is appointed by the Minister of Finance, is delegated to the Menteri Besar or Chief Minister.
Accordingly, the allegation or allegation that the Minister of Finance has revoked the delegation of power is untrue. There is confusion in the implementation and enforcement of this liquor sales license at the state level. I would like to assure once again that the delegation of power through the order gazetted in 1977 still remains.Finance Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz
Everyone is confused
Tengku Zafrul also mentioned that the Royal Malaysian Customs Department (JKDM) will take immediate action to ensure this confusion does not recur and ensure that the power to give out liquor licenses is under the Licensing Board.
It was a response to an additional question by Tony Pua Kiam Wee (PH-Damansara) who asked why didn’t the Finance Ministry directly revoke the liquor sales licensing order so that no power is delegated to the state government.
Zafrul appropriate action will be taken to resolve the matter by the end of this year, 31 December 2021.

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