Fun Events In The Klang Valley This Weekend From 13 To 16 March

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Don’t know what to do this weekend in the Klang Valley? No worries, we got you. 👀

Head on over to art exhibits, markets, shows, raya bazaars and more this weekend.
Note that some of these events only happen for a day or can last for a whole month so look at the dates carefully.
If you wanna skip to the specific day you want, choose your preferred day here.
FridaySaturday & Sunday
Here are some of the events that are still ongoing from our previous list.
READ MORE: Fun Events In The Klang Valley This Weekend From 7 To 9 April
Ongoing Events
1. Pesta Raya 2023 (Weekend Market) @ Malaysia Grand Bazaar, BBCC, KL (31 March – 19 April, 10 am – 10 pm)
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This Raya, Lokal Wave is bringing more excitement, more vendors and more days to shop! Located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, they will be at Malaysia Grand Bazaar (beside Lalaport), selling Raya clothes, cookies, accessories and more.
They also have celebrity lineups, performers, traditional sounds, activities, Raya lucky draw and so much more to be announced. Besides that, they also have a baking competition this week, so stay tuned for that!
Visit here for more info.
2. Euro Fun Park (Fun Fair) @ Dataran Open Carpark, 1 Utama (31 March – 28 May, 7 pm – 12 am)

Step right up and experience the thrill of Malaysia’s largest travelling amusement park – the much-anticipated Euro Fun Park is arriving at 1 Utama! From 31 March to 28 May 2023, this travelling fun fair will keep you entertained all night long from 7 pm to 12 am daily with endless rides and games. So, mark your calendars as this is an event you definitely don’t want to miss!
Tickets are priced at RM8 for adults and RM4 for kids, which you can get at the counter there. Visit their website for more info.
3. The World Of Tim Burton (Exhibition) @ Pavilion Bukit Jalil (21 March – 30 July, 10 am – 10 pm)
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For the first time in Southeast Asia and the last stop in Asia – The long-awaited ‘The World of Tim Burton’ Pop-Up Museum is finally here at Pavilion Bukit Jalil!
Featuring numerous talented works from Tim Burton’s early stages of sketches and drawings to the talented artist’s most recent projects of puppets and life-sized sculptures used in his film work, you’ll be sure to step into an incredible experience like no other!
Tickets are priced at RM88 per pax but they have discounts for kids, seniors, students and OKUs. For more details, visit here.
Currently, from 1 to 30 April, they have a Hari Raya Special Deal which you can find out here.
Read our review of the first look at the exhibition below.
READ MORE: A Glimpse Into The World Of Tim Burton
4. One Piece Asia Tour Exhibition @ Skytropolis Indoor Theme Park, Resorts World Genting (23 March – 8 May, 10 am – 10 pm)
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For 47 days, the biggest, largest and first-ever One Piece Exhibition in Southeast Asia is happening here in Malaysia.
Fans will get to enjoy an incredible 45 to 90 minutes tour around the 21 Iconic Zones which will showcase the series’ iconic scenes from Luffy’s adventures from the series in a 25,000 square feet layout. Don’t miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!
Get your tickets here. They are priced at RM94 per pax. For more details, visit here.
READ MORE: Iconic One Piece Anime Exhibition Coming To Malaysia
5. Demon Slayer Kimetsu no Yaiba Total Concentration Exhibition @ Pavilion Bukit Jalil (18 Feb – 18 May, 10 am – 10 pm)
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Demon Slayer is a well-known Anime and has a massive fan following in Malaysia. This exhibition is a definite treat to fans as it brings you into the world of anime as soon as you enter the exhibition.
Step into an experience like no other, immerse yourself in some of the memorable scenes and become part of a Demon Slayer Corps at Pavilion Bukit Jalil, Level 2, Pink Zone.
Get the tickets here. Tickets cost RM48 for adults and RM38 for kids.
Check out our experience at the exhibition:
READ MORE: Most Awaited Demon Slayer Exhibition Arrives In Malaysia
Visit their Instagram to know more.
6. Arts On The Move (Art Installation + Performances) @ MRT Pasar Seni (Feb – June, 5 pm – 6 pm)
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Next time you change your trains at Pasar Seni, drop by their MRT station to witness this new art installation called “Sunnyside Up” by the talented Pamela Tan of Poh Sin Studio. For the next three months, this yellow futuristic installation hopes to reimagine everyday pedestrian routes and transform them into a unique and enjoyable experience for all.
Additionally, every fortnight on Thursday from 5 pm – 6 pm, visit the station for various live performances, exciting workshops and creative art installations. This Thursday, they have The Guzheng Academy to play some traditional Chinese music.
For more info about the upcoming performances, keep up to date with Think City’s Instagram.
7. Masters of Disguise (Photography Exhibition) @ Darkroom Gallery, GMBB (Extended till 30 April 2023, 11 am – 6 pm)
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Biologist, guide and wildlife photographer Chien C. Lee’s latest photography exhibit focuses on the art of deception used by wildlife. This exhibit features more than 60 fantastic photos of various kinds of camouflage and mimicry employed by insects, reptiles, birds, and even plants; with many species hailing from Malaysia’s very own Sabah and Sarawak.
According to GMBB, this exhibition is just so mesmerizing and immersive that it’s extended until 30 April 2023.
READ MORE: Catch This Fantastic Nature Photography Exhibit For A Free Fun Time In KL
Here are specific events to enjoy with your family and friends on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
13 & 14 April (Thursday & Friday)
1. Just Jokes: Headliner’s Night (Comedy Show) @ The Ark Event Space, Sri Hartamas (13 April, 8.30 pm)
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The biggest names in comedy will take the stage to deliver side-splitting sets that’ll leave the audience in stitches. From witty one-liners to hilarious anecdotes, these comedians know how to bring on the laughs.
Happening tonight, Just Jokes’ first Headliners’ Night is featuring Trevor Lock, Farid Azmeir and Nat Kang!
Get tickets here. They are priced at RM50 each.
2. Star Vendors KLCC Mega Raya Fest 2023 (Raya Bazaar) @ KL Convention Centre (13 – 17 April, 100 hours non-stop)
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Meet 100 local celebrities such as Siti Nurhaliza, Ifa Raziah, Aliff Syukri, Dato Vida, AC Mizal, Izara Aishah, Alyah, Hafiz Suip and many many more at the Star Vendors at KLCC this weekend. You can shop for your Eid essentials anytime during these 5 days as they are operating for 100 hours non-stop!
With 666 booth vendors, you’ll be spoiled for choice. Some of the prominent brands available are Jovian, Bulan Bintang, Elrah Exclusive, Naelofar, Songket Dunia and loads more.
Follow their Instagram for more info.
3. Absolute Bazaar x Festival Gaya Raya (Raya Bazaar) @ MITEC KL (14 – 17 April, 66 hours non-stop)
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Another big Raya Bazaar is this partnership between Absolute Bazaar and Gaya Raya Festival happening at MITEC.
For 66 hours non-stop, there will be hundreds of vendors selling all kinds of clothes, cosmetics, pastries, food, drinks, and more.
There will also be more than 100 celebrities and influencers such as Mira Filzah, Nelydia and Uqasha Senrose, Neelofa, Aeril Zafrel & Wawa Zainal, Daiyan Trisha and more.
Follow them here for more info.
4. Thrifted 4 Raya (Bundle Expo) @ Quill City Mall (13 – 16 April, 12 pm – 12 am)
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Are you a big fan of thrift shops? Well, there’s no better way to shop for your Raya clothes than at a Bundle Expo with more than 100 bundle vendors.
Dive into bundle piles and shop for awesome second-hand items like sneakers, Raya clothes, vintage items, antique collectables, preloved items and more. You can even win a Cafe Racer Motorbike if you’re lucky!
Visit their Instagram and Facebook for more info.
5. Last Minute Raya (Weekend Market) @ Central Market (13  – 16 April, 10 am – 8 pm)
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If last year’s Eid was hectic, we better prepare ourselves for this year. Speaking of that, your Raya shopping essentials must be well-prepped before D-day! So come and shop with SukaSeni at Pasar Seni this weekend.
From clothes to accessories, shop till you drop there, with an IG live with Yasmin Aziz too on Thursday.
For more info, follow Suka Seni or Central Market.
6. Raya Vibes Only (Raya Expo 2023) @ IOI Grand Hall, IOI Putrajaya Mall (14 – 16 April, 10 am – 10 pm)
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With over 120 booths from more than 100 local brands, multiple lucky draws, tons of influencers, and shows from local artists, shop till you drop for 36 hours at Raya Vibes Only at IOI Putrajaya. Meet Izzue Islam, Nizam Rahman, Tya Arifin, Norreen Iman, Aya Amiruddin and many more there.
Those from Cyberjaya, Puchong, Bangi, Serdang and anywhere near IOI Putrajaya, no need to face the frustrating KL jam. Bring your whole family to shop for your Raya essentials here. Click here for more info.
7. Riang Raya REX Bazaar (Raya Bazaar) @ RexKL (14 – 16 April, 3 pm – 11 pm)
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With 15 vendors showcasing a mix of exciting items like accessories, thrift apparel, handmade artisanal goods, and delicious food and drink for breaking fast, Riang-Raya REX Bazaar have your Raya shopping covered and sorted!
In addition, they have a great line-up of entertainment lined up for you, from The Back Ground Sessions featuring Straw Lim, Sound Of Kites and Binnazrii on 14th April Friday night, classic Malay pop, disco and rock with the Demam Disko crew on 15th April Saturday night and finally an open mic session featuring some of the best up-and-coming new talent on 17th April Sunday evening.
For more info, follow RexKL on Instagram.
15 & 16 April (Saturday & Sunday)
1. 2023 Kabut In The Park (Yard Sale) @ KLPAC (15 April, 9 am – 2 pm)
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Kabut In The Park is a curated car boot yard sale with some 40 KonMari vendors selling anything under the sun from electronics to books, home decor to kitchen appliances, furniture and clothing to children’s items, vintage collectables to plants. You can sometimes get things for free in the free bins too!
Besides that, be entertained by tunes from KLPAC’s Symphonic Band too while you’re there. They will be entertaining you with tunes like It’s a Small World and Clapping Music for two days (15 & 16 April) from 11.30 pm to 12.30 pm.
Click here for more info.
2. Of Spaces Between (Art Gallery) @ Zhan Art Space, PJ (15 April – 15 May, 10 am – 5 pm)
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This April 2023, art fans across Klang Valley will be given the opportunity to experience the concept of duality when they visit Of Spaces in Between, an exhibition hosted simultaneously at two gallery spaces – Hin Bus Depot, Penang, and at ZHAN Art | Space, Petaling Jaya.
Curated by Penang-based artist Ivan Gabriel, the exhibition will feature 24 artists, each of whom has created two different but complementary artworks based on the theme ‘duality’, to be displayed in the two spaces respectively.
For more info, visit their Instagram and website.
3. KL Games Meetup (Board Games Meetup) @ GMBB, (16 April, 1 pm – 5 pm)
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If you love board games, then this is the event for you! Any Games is a not-for-profit organization that creates the largest Tabletop Games convention in Malaysia which gather tabletop games, fans and fun.
They have monthly meetups for fans to play more than 20 games together. And don’t worry, they have beginner-friendly and intermediate games too according to your skills.
Reserve your spot here this Sunday. The fee is priced at RM20, which includes 1 drink selection. Follow Anigames for more info.
4. Baju Barter Raya (Swap Clothes Event) @ Whatever Works Coffee, Jalan Datuk Keramat ( 15 – 16 April, 6 pm – 2 am)
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Your Baju Raya deserves a second chance. Refresh your wardrobe sustainably with this event where you can SWAP, yes that’s right, swap your unwanted or second-hand clothes with other treasures you might love!
But they do have categories for each item you wanna swap such as the price, and type of items. You can swap bags, accessories, last year’s baju raya and more!
Wanna join? You just have to pay a participation fee of RM30 and bring a minimum of 3 items to swap! Read the Terms and Conditions or register here.
5. Corak Hati Raya Week 3 (Weekend Market) @ Rumah Tangsi (15 – 16 April, 12 pm – 9 pm)
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Wanna shop for arts and crafts items with a Raya theme? Spend your weekend here at Rumah Tangsi for their Corak Hati Raya weekend market. Organized by The Messy Club, browse Raya clothes, cookies, arts & crafts, cosmetics, accessories, and more there while listening to live music.
Visit their Instagram to know more.
6. Bakers Galore Meriah Raya (Weekend Market) @ 1st Floor, MyTown KL (15 & 16 April, 10 am – 10 pm)
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Come join Bakers Galore this Ramadan as they bring in a special Raya edition at MyTown KL. Bakers Galore is an amazing event to get all your Raya artisanal bakes from cakes to bread, festive cookies, pastries, local delights and more. Look out for all things dessert, sweet or savoury, they have it all!
7. Raya More Together (Raya Bazaar) @ GMBB (15 – 16 April, 12 pm – 10 pm)
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Raya is just around the corner and we’re excited to invite you to our Raya More Together bazaar happening every weekend starting TODAY until 16 April from 12 pm – 10 pm at The Grey Box, GMBB!
Come and join them for a fun-filled Raya celebration with your loved ones, buka puasa with delicious food, and shop for your Raya must-haves at GMBB’s Raya bazaar. That’s not all, they also have live music performances from 6 pm – 10 pm to keep the good times rolling!
Upcoming Shows
Here are some of the ticketed events for upcoming shows. Don’t miss out on the chance to secure a spot at your favourite performance or event.
Louis Tomlinson: Faith In The Future World Tour – Concert (26 April @ Plenary Hall, KLCC)Get the tickets here.Symphonic Anime IV Ft Hakken – Anime Orchestra (28 & 29 April @ MPO)Get tickets here.Samsons: 20th Anniversary Live Concert In Malaysia 2023 (29 April @ Zepp KL)Get tickets here.Pinkfish Music & Art Festival – Concert (30 April @ Surf Beach Sunway Lagoon) [Line up: DJ Snake, Meduza, Joe Flizzow, etc]Get your tickets here.Lenka Live In KL – Concert (1 May @ Zepp KL)Get tickets here.Pamungkas Live In Kuala Lumpur – Concert (4 May @ Zepp KL)Get tickets here.Retro Rahman 3.0 – ARR Concert (6 May @ Zepp KL)Get tickets here.Raya Sepanjang Zaman – Raya Concert (6 May @ MPO) [Line Up: Ziana Zain, Bob Yusof, Hail Amir, Sanisah Huri]Get tickets here.Disney In Concert: Live Your Dream (6 & 7 May @ Plenary Hall, KLCC)Get tickets here.Soundvalley Festival 2023 – Concert (6 – 7 May @ Maeps, Serdang) [Line Up: Aina Abdul, 6ixth Sense, XPDC, etc]Get tickets here.Dream Theater: Top Of The World Tour 2023 (10 May @ Zepp KL)Get the tickets here.Konsert Satu Suara – Concert (13 May @ Mega Star Arena, Sungei Wang Plaza) [Line Up: Siti Nurhaliza, Jay Jay, Ernie Zakri]Get tickets here.Festival Aku, Muzik & Kamu – Concert (20 May @ Educity Sports Complex, Johor) [Line Up: Ungu, Hujan, D’MAsiv, Akim, Kerispatih, 6ixth Sense, Spider, Insomniacks, Bunkface]Get the tickets here.The Dream Show 2 in KL – NCT Dream Concert (20 May @ Axiata Arena)Get your tickets here.Honne May 2023 Asia Tour – Concert (21 May @ Zepp KL)Get tickets here.D’Masiv 20AD To The World Tour – Concert (2 June @ Zepp KL)Get tickets here.Andmesh Kamaleng Live In KL – Concert (4 June @ Plenary Hall, KL)Get tickets here.NusaFest – Concert (8 & 9 June @ Bandar Malaysia, Sungai Besi) [Line Up: Bunkface, Masdo, Forceparkbois]Get Your tickets here. More info here.Sarawak Rainforest World Music Festival – Cultural Music Festival (23 – 25 June @ Sarawak Cultural Village) [Line Up: Gipsy Kings, Big Mountain, etc]Get tickets here.Good Vibes Festival – Concert (21 – 23 July @ Sepang International Circuit) [Line Up: The 1975, The Kid Laroi, Dhruv, Sabrina Carpenter, Giveon]Get the tickets here.Muse: Will Of The People World Tour KL – Concert (29 July @ Bukit Kiara Equestrian Resort)Get tickets here.Kodaline: Live In Kuala Lumpur – Concert (7 September @ Zepp KL)Get tickets here.
Check out upcoming concerts this February till May in the listicle below.
READ MORE: 2023 Sees Concert Scene In Malaysia Alive And Kicking, Check Out What’s In Store February Till May
READ MORE: Food Hunting For Iftar? Here Are Some Popular Ramadan Bazaars In The Klang Valley
P/S: If you have any future events you want the world to know about, submit your suggestions to melissasu@therakyatpost.com.

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Ain Husniza Scores Great Results In SPM And Proves Naysayers Wrong

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Ain Husniza, who has been harassed by her peers, school and the neighbourhood finally gets the best revenge by scoring 7As and 1B in her Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM).

When she made the headlines in April last year for calling out one of her teachers for making a rape joke in class, she was ostracised, bullied and received vile messages.
READ MORE: Schoolgirl Faces Rape Threats, Gets Accused Of Being Autistic After Exposing Teacher’s Rape Jokes
Some of the messages said she would fail her SPM because she disrespected a teacher. Ain also received a rape threat from a classmate, who later apologised.
Fortunately, she scored good results despite dealing with school expulsion, lawsuits, threats and criticisms for starting in a new school.
READ MORE: Ain Husniza And Family Forced To Move Due To Backlash From School And Neighbourhood
Ain celebrated by posting her results on Twitter with the caption: “From this to this.” She also posted pictures of the outfit she wore when she went to collect her results.
From this. To this.#Spm2021 #MakeSchoolASaferPlace pic.twitter.com/E1Qm63gHxO— ain #MakeSchoolASaferPlace (@ainhsaifulnizam) June 16, 2022
She shared that she felt down when she received all the mean messages but it also made her determined to prove the naysayers wrong.
Ain is not smart, Ain never had results like this. Ain also believed that all this is a blessing from all the teachers I met that taught me and friends I made along the way.Ain Husniza
She added that all students should feel safe in their schools no matter what their results and ended her Twitter thread with the hashtag #MakeSchoolASaferPlace.
But in the end, it was for myself 🙂 All student, no matter what your results deserve safety in schools. #MakeSchoolASaferPlace— ain #MakeSchoolASaferPlace (@ainhsaifulnizam) June 16, 2022
‘Congratulations Ain’ is trending
Netizens congratulated Ain for getting good results in SPM and wished her all the best. This made ‘Congratulations Ain’ trend on Twitter.
One of Ain’s teachers congratulated her and had great ambitions for her. The teacher reminded Ain to become a Prime Minister or Menteri Besar in the future.
my cikgu : 🥺😂 pic.twitter.com/uzWjJ57vqU— ain #MakeSchoolASaferPlace (@ainhsaifulnizam) June 16, 2022

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OKU man ditches wheelchair to rescue a kitten stuck in a storm drain (Video)

A man bound by a wheelchair showed true valour in a recent viral video where he selflessly rescued a kitten which got itself stuck in a storm drain.

(Image Credit: MSN)

Abu Fathiyyaturahma shared his story on Facebook where he and a friend had encountered the animal in desperate need of assistance as they were making their way to a nearby sports complex.
The two-minute clip showed the differently-abled hero getting off his wheelchair and making his way through a grassy meadow with his bare hands to get to the distressed animal which laid hanging on for dear life against the walls of the drain.

â€œThis morning while we were on our way to the sports complex we came across a kitten that had fallen into a large drain, all drenched and hanging on tightly to the walls.”
“No idea how long it had been there, so I tried to help, and thankfully we managed to get it out.â€
wrote Abu in the caption on Facebook
(Image Credit: Facebook)
According to Abu, his friend who was recording the video was also differently-abled, donning a prosthetic leg which made it difficult for him to assist in the rescue.
Going at it alone, Abu managed to get a hold of the troubled kitty and rescued it from the conundrum it was in.
The cat then quickly scurried away from the scene as its rescuer placed it on firm ground.

(Image Credit: Facebook)

Naturally, netizens were deeply impressed by Abuâ€™s chivalrous actions, showering him with praises and respect.

(Image Credit: Facebook)

“Truly a loving person…”
“Thank god… hope you’ll be blessed with riches…”
“God bless you…”
“(A disability) is not a hindrance…”
via Facebook
We tip our hats to Abu and his friend, proving to everyone that nothing can get in the way of a true hero!
Top O The Mornin GIF from Hello GIFs


Zahid Has No ‘Moral Authority’ To Decide On Behalf Of Umno – Says KJ

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Former Rembau MP Khairy Jamaluddin said discussions to form a new government should not involve Umno president Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.

In a tweet this afternoon, Khairy said while Ahmad Zahid may be president in name, he no longer possessed the moral authority to decide on behalf of Umno.

https://twitter.com/Khairykj/status/1594925497196351488?s=20&t=2Q-d5shUBd_Ao7HTJRxddA

Khairy’s tweet comes as the 2pm deadline set by Istana Negara for political parties to decide on their collaborations to form a government comes to a close.
In responding to why he is only voicing this out now, Khairy shared several screenshots of past news reports where he challenged Ahmad Zahid for the presidency in 2018 and later spoke about the trust issues Zahid faced.
“In 2018, I fought him for the Umno presidency. After that, many times I asked him to give way,” Khairy tweeted.
As an Umno member, Khairy said he had the right to speak up.

https://twitter.com/Khairykj/status/1594930687689519104?s=20&t=Kul3TOXX3liXbbSGMVyL9A

Yesterday Khairy called for the resignation of Ahmad Zahid after various Umno leaders urged for the same thing.

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Bloomberg says Mâ€™sia partly responsible for 63.6% of ocean trash, gets slammed by the internet

For the last couple of months, Southeast Asian countries have been standing up to the bigger nations of the West.
Malaysia, Philippines and Indonesia have sent back tonnes of trash, disguised as recycling materials, to the US, UK, Australia and Canada.

Picture Credit: Mukhriz Hazim/Malay Mail

It looked like the world was finally waking up to the realities of plastic waste and pollution.

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Then, Bloomberg â€“ a US-based media company- tweeted an article titled â€˜How to Solve the Plastic Crisisâ€™, accompanied by a caption that names Malaysia as one of the top contributors for 63.6% of ocean trash.

These eight countries are responsible for 63.6% of ocean trash:
ChinaIndonesiaPhilippinesVietnamSri LankaThailandEgyptMalaysia
Here’s how we can help them https://t.co/ytKmi4WSIn via @bopinion
â€” Bloomberg (@business) July 14, 2019

The opinion piece by Adam Minter, whoâ€™s spent two decades covering the global recycling industry, states that just 8 countries in Asia are responsible for around 63% of total plastic waste flowing into the oceans.

Screenshot from Bloomberg

He also states that the junk is â€œalmost solely generated by Asia’s newly minted consumer classesâ€.
Then, he offers a solution of improving trash collection, citing a study by the McKinsey Centre for Business and Environment that states boosting trash collection rates to 80% in just 5 Asian countries â€” China, Indonesia, the Philippines, Thailand and Vietnam â€” could reduce ocean plastic waste by 23% over a decade.

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The article did NOT sit well with the internet.
The original tweet by Bloomberg was inundated with a flurry of responses that highlight waste dumping by Western nations in Southeast Asia.

Funny coincidence: these eight countries are where the US and Europe send their trash. https://t.co/BpUT0hg8qz
â€” Shailja Patel (@shailjapatel) July 14, 2019

https://t.co/D6lKhpUpGt you know the truth will come out.
â€” Benben (@FluffyRipple) July 14, 2019

 pic.twitter.com/v0RiRR0yME
â€” Anthropocene Kid (@ive_beenhad) July 14, 2019

Headline a little misleading.  Western countries export most of their plastic to said countries.
Let’s be honest in who’s rubbish it actually is!
â€” 🕗ontheup🕟 (@pjb2go) July 14, 2019

â€˜Hereâ€™s how we can help themâ€™ really gives an insidious colonialist and patronizing tone to this whole racist lie
â€” Grouchy Gracchus (@GracchusGrouchy) July 15, 2019

STOP THIS RIGHT NOWhttps://t.co/586FFdLThd
â€” Shailja Patel (@shailjapatel) July 14, 2019

However, there were also replies that attempted to clarify
the article, saying that the main message of the article was to highlight how
the lack of proper waste management leads to trash flow from land into the ocean.

The trash going into the ocean from China, India, Indonesia etc. is not trash imported for recycling. It’s trash from domestic consumption that goes into the ocean because of lack of waste management.
The waste import issue you raise is a problem but a separate one.
â€” Lauri Myllyvirta (@laurimyllyvirta) July 14, 2019

The basis of Adamâ€™s article seems to be a 2015 report by scientists that estimated how much land-based mismanaged plastic waste was entering the ocean.

Picture Credit: sciencemag.org

 Picture Credit: sciencemag.org
Have a look at the article (HERE) and science report (HERE) and let us know what you think on our Facebook & Twitter accounts.


Freak Evening Storm Leaves KL In Shambles As Building Windows Break & Ramadan Food Stalls Destroyed

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On the first day of Ramadan, Malaysians were greeted with a freak storm that devastated many parts of the country from the capital Kuala Lumpur all the way down to Johor.

Many videos were posted online showing the aftermath of the heavy rain in several locations.
It was also reported that some parts of Kuala Lumpur were flooded, causing traffic jams around the city.
Credit: Bernama
KL Building’s glass windows shattered by the storm
A glass panel was shattered to pieces at the Etiqa Academy in Masjid Jamek, leading to panic as the unsuspecting crowd seeking shelter from the torrential rain were then rained with shards of glass.
It was also reported that multiple trees collapsed in many areas around Kuala Lumpur, but luckily, there were no fatal accidents.
Bangunan etiqa masjid jamek pic.twitter.com/d92Mu5w67S— ♬ ┐Jayyidkhairir┌ ♬ツ (@jayyidkhairir) April 13, 2021
Hawkers reeling from downpour
The heavy rain and strong winds also affected many hawkers in various states in the country, including Melaka and Johor.
Based on a video from Bernama’s official Twitter account, hawkers tried to salvage their stall in the rain in Wangsa Maju during the first day of the Ramadhan.
Ujian di bulan Ramadan…Hujan lebat dan angin kencang mengakibatkan beberapa gerai mengalami kerosakan di Wangsa Maju, petang ini.Video: Orang awam pic.twitter.com/4npr5DtQ7d— BERNAMA (@bernamadotcom) April 13, 2021
The heavy rain affected other states in West Malaysia such as Melaka and Johor as well as netizens shared the ravaged stalls at bazaars near them.
#bazarperling johor. Semoga ada rezeki lebih besar buat mereka. 🥺 pic.twitter.com/jMBM0rprU2— MakTam (@adda2644) April 13, 2021
One hawker even posted a video showing what it’s like being the stall during the heavy downpour.
Sama la situation kami tadi. Lambat tahan je memang terbang semua pic.twitter.com/rxMn3i9E5e— Nurqasimah (@qasimahrhmd) April 13, 2021
Climate change might have something to do with this
It has been reported before that the main reason why storms like yesterday happened was mainly down to global warming.
Experts have previously warned Malaysians for even heavier rain as well as more severe storms and floods.
NST quoted Dr Renard Siew in 2019 who said that although monsoon and rain seasons do happen, the effect of global warming has made storms bigger and the rains heavier.

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Cyberjaya Is Now A Testing Ground For Self-Driving Vehicles

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Cyberjaya will be a test bed for autonomous vehicles in the country as the first pathway, the Cyberjaya MyAV Testing Route has been approved by authorities.

Developed by Futurise, the Ministry of Transport (MOT) and the Sepang Municipal Council under the National Regulatory Sandbox initiative.

Autonomous cars aren’t the only vehicles that will be on the road, as there’s also the possibility of autonomous buses as well, based on an interview by The Malaysian Reserve with Roni Shah Mustapha, Cyberview’s Head of Business, City and Communication.
We are also talking to a few players on the potential of having autonomous buses that can be tested here, as well as the provision of electric buses which can be operated at a cheap rate in this area.Cyberview Head of Business, City and Communication Roni Shah Mustapha
The National Regulatory Sandbox initiative was implemented by the Ministry of Finance in 2018 to allow companies to test out their solutions or products in a conducive environment.
According to reports by The Star, the initiative will focus not only on self-driving cars, but on other industries as well, such as agriculture, biotechnology and healthcare.
The country is also gearing up towards developing Next Generation Vehicles or NxGVs in the future with testing facilities expected to be up and running by 2023.
NxGVs include self-driving cars, electric vehicles and energy efficient vehicles (EEVs).

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Wild Elephant Entered Perak Army Camp To Search For Food – It’s Not The First Time

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A wild elephant is seen roaming the territories of the Sri Banding Camp in Gerik as videos and pictures of the incident went viral on social media yesterday.

The videos showed the said elephant to be scavenging for food in their military ration storage, which belonged to the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF). The elephant was also seen damaging some of the equipment at the place.
(Credit: Wan Muzaidey / Facebook)
According to Bernama, Perak Department of Wildlife and National Parks (PERHILITAN) Director, Yusoff Shariff mentioned that they received a report about the elephant yesterday and said that the cause may be due to the camp’s faulty electrical fence.
The Gerik Perhilitan will assist and advise the camp for repair work and also mentioned to all parties to not provoke the animal if they come in contact with it.
Yusof further said that the elephant is believed to be the same one looking for food at the rest and service (R&R) area near Puncak Titiwangsa, Gerik. He added that this elephant is used to humans and is used to eating leftover food.
(Credit: Wan Muzaidey / Facebook)
According to Berita Harian, Yusof said that this was not the first time for this type of incident to happen. Elephants have trespassed upon the camp numerous times due to the lack of maintenance of the fences which allows the elephants to enter. Only this time, it’s caught on camera and this went viral.
A similar case happened in 2018 near an army base in Tasik Banding too, reporting the destruction of some constructions in the area caused by a female elephant. Unfortunately, the elephant died, believed to be due to electrocution.
You can watch the viral videos here on TikTok.

  @iswadimustafa10 gajah mengamuk kem tasik banding..#Fyp ♬ bunyi asal – Dato Iswadi mustafa – Dato Iswadi mustafa

  @jabirrokrat #Kem tasik banding Gerik#gajah lapar ♬ bunyi asal – wanismail41 – wanismail41

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Malaysia’s Workers Just Want Better Jobs Or We’ll Quit

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The Malaysian workforce is changing: people are getting tired of being underpaid and overworked. In the past years, more people have made the move to quit their jobs and look for better opportunities elsewhere.

20% of the workforce plans to change jobs during this time, a much higher number than the 15% reported in 2021.
While we’ve heard of “The Great Resignation” happening overseas in countries like the United States, does that apply here in Malaysia?
Many Malaysians have left their previous jobs or are thinking of changing jobs.(Credit: Envato)
We asked CEO Domenic Colasante and Managing Director & Chief People Officer Yong Siew Mee of 2X, a B2B driven digital marketing specialist that services the US market that has grown threefold in staff in two years, on insights as to how they manage to retain and draw in so many employees during this time.
Does Malaysia actually have a “Great Resignation” phenomenon?
The simple answer is no, says Yong.
The long answer is well, no, but that doesn’t mean Malaysian employees aren’t demanding better working conditions from their place of work.
Malaysian workers are looking for better companies; from a cultural and support perspective, to the ease of work and higher levels of trust from their managers.Yong Siew Mee, Managing Director & Chief People Officer of 2X to TRP
Malaysia’s employment shifts should be seen more as a “great reshuffling” instead. Unlike in the US, where droves of skilled talent are leaving the workforce entirely, Malaysians are looking to their employers for positive change, and if they don’t like what they see, they look elsewhere.
Left: CEO Domenic Colasante and right: Managing Director & Chief People Officer Yong Siew Mee of 2X.(Credit: TRP)
In Malaysia, the workers are not giving up working for a boss. They are just looking for better bosses.Yong Siew Mee, Managing Director & Chief People Officer of 2X to TRP
Three years ago, it was the employer’s market. Now, it’s the job-seeker’s market. And while some employers may grumble about it, this also gives them the opportunity to simply be better employers.
So what exactly are Malaysians asking for?
One of the key things the pandemic has proven is that not all industries or jobs are resilient against recession or unexpected emergencies. While some industries suffered greatly, others flourished.
People have been shocked by the impact of job losses and shutdowns. Some companies managed to pivot by moving online or changing their business entirely, others did not survive.
The lucky ones got to WFH. The not-so-lucky ones lost their jobs.(Credit: Freepik)
As such, most Malaysians are looking for security in their employability. It’s no longer wanting just a permanent position, but also being one step ahead and prepared for the future. It’s about constant upskilling and learning, so that they are capable to pivot into other industries or roles as neccessary.
I think job-seekers are wiser now. They can discern that certain industries are very resilient, and others less so. So they want that security and resilience against things like recession and inflation.Yong Siew Mee, Managing Director & Chief People Officer of 2X to TRP
So what should companies do?
For 2X, the answer is simple: they invest heavily in their people.
There is a philosophical difference in the way we think about productivity and trust. Our job as an employer is to enable (our employees) with the skills they need and give them the ownership to do what’s best.Yong Siew Mee, Managing Director & Chief People Officer of 2X to TRP
Instead of pushing and micromanaging their employees to operate at peak performance all the time, the organization emphasizes the importance of learning for future-proofing.
2X employees enjoy a game of ping pong in the afternoon at their office.(Credit: TRP)
For Domenic, top talent that performs excellent work isn’t everything. Growth and transformation should also be prioritized.
He encourages all his employees to continue learning new skills, and the company reflects this with plenty of training modules, collaborative learning, and even international rotation programs to the US.
We need to balance the performance-driven culture and growth culture. Diversity of thought, being able to think and look at problems differently, is also hugely beneficial.Domenic Colasante, CEO of 2X to TRP
Instead of “yes men” (employees who simply agree with whatever their boss says), 2X encourages – and trains — their employees to speak up and highlight issues they find.
Any problem, whether it’s work related or lifestyle related. Even if it’s complaining about back pain during WFH. (2X bought their WFH employees ergonomic furniture.)
Who else has chronic backpain after a few years of WFH?(Credit: Envato)
Employees solve client problems. Managers solve employee problems.Domenic Colasante, CEO of 2X to TRP
Ultimately, companies need to learn that their employees are their greatest asset and provide any and all opportunities for their workers to grow, learn, adapt, and succeed. After all, their success is the company’s gain.
Bosses should be a resource that helps you become a better version of yourself. They won’t let you drown.Yong Siew Mee, Managing Director & Chief People Officer of 2X to TRP
The pair’s final advice for Malaysian workers is simply “don’t settle”.
Don’t settle for an unsatisfactory interview, don’t settle for bad bosses, don’t settle for miserly pay, don’t settle for jobs that don’t make you happy.
They believe that there is always a good company out there that will treat employees with respect. (For them, this is 2X.)
CEO Domenic Colasante and Managing Director & Chief People Officer Yong Siew Mee are eager to expand 2X further.(Credit: TRP)
Ask yourself: Is work fun?Domenic Colasante, CEO of 2X to TRP
Visit their website for more information on 2X and their various open job positions. (In the words of Domenic and Siew Mee, “We’re always hiring and we need more people.”)

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Queen Elizabeth II Sends Condolences To Malaysian War Hero’s Family

The late Datuk Awang Raweng was a decorated war hero who passed away at the ripe old age of 91 on September 18.
At the funeral service to him on September 21, the British High Commission’s Defence Advisor conveyed a message of condolences from the reigning monarch of the United Kingdom, Queen Elizabeth II.

A younger Awang Raweng during his military days.(Credit: Made In Sarawak)
The advisor, Group Capt Simon Hindmarsh, noted that it was his top priority to visit in person and pay his respects and condolences to the family.
Awang is the only Malaysian to ever receive the George Cross medal, which is named after King George VI of England. He earned the medal in 1951 for fighting communist insurgents alongside the British army, and since then has met with the Queen on several occasions.
The medals earned by Datuk Awang Raweng during his time in the military.(Credit: Borneo Post)
The George Cross is the second highest honour awarded to military personnel and civilians who displayed incredible character.
Awang Raweng was given a full military funeral ceremony.


Donâ€™t Worry, Taking A Covid-19 Test Wonâ€™t â€œBatalâ€ Your Puasa

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Itâ€™s finally Ramadan, and Muslims around the world will be spending the holy month fasting from dawn to dusk, among other religious activities, in observance to faith and God.
But as the world adjusts to the â€œnew normalâ€ brought by the Covid-19 pandemic, abstention takes on a whole different meaning when it comes to matters of life and death.
 With social distancing practices, closed off mosques and bazaars being cancelled, one can’t help but feel a bit somber this Ramadan.(Credit: Antara Foto/Reuters/Malay Mail)
Malaysiaâ€™s Islamic clerics seem to be in agreement that undertaking tests for Covid-19 wonâ€™t result in your puasa being void.
To provide a bit of context for the uninitiated, the practice of fasting during Ramadan goes beyond simply restraining oneself from eating and drinking during the day.
Ramadan is also a time when Muslims are expected and encouraged to control their emotions and shy away from worldly, physical desires.
(Credit:  Choo Choy May/Malay Mail)
This simply means: do anything that goes against those restrictions, and your puasa for the day is essentially â€œbatalâ€ or null and void to put it in business terms.
In certain Islamic Madhabs (schools of Islamic jurisprudence), particularly Madhabs Shafii which Malaysian Muslims abide by, it states that an individualâ€™s puasa can be made void when a person intentionally puts something into the â€œcavitiesâ€ of the body, such as the mouth, nose, ears, and of course private parts.
Which brings us back to Covid-19 testing…
How are tests taken?
The Malaysian Health Ministry employs 2 main methods in obtaining a sample from a patient;
Nasopharyngeal Swab – involves sticking a long swab deep into the nasal cavity to obtain a sample of bodily secretions.
(Credit: New England Journal)
Oropharyngeal swab – a sample is collected from the mouth, particularly the posterior pharynx and tonsillar areas.
(Credit: Rhode Island Department of Health)
What do the Muftis say?
According to Perlis Mufti Datuk Mohd Asri Zainul Abidin, taking either test won’t result in oneâ€™s puasa to be void due to the medical necessities of the procedure.
A posting shared by Perlis Mufti on his official Facebook page explaining interpretations on the fatwa.(Credit: Facebook/DrMAZA.com)
Meanwhile Pahang Mufti, Datuk Seri Abdul Rahman Osman says that testing for Covid-19 will not batal your puasa as the swab test doesn’t go â€œtoo deepâ€ in to reach the back of the throat.
While Kelantan Mufti Datuk Mohamad Shukri Mohamad explains that Islam already provides exceptions when it comes to matters of health, thus it’s okay to take the swab test without your puasa being void.
However, the mufti elaborates that if a person â€œfeelsâ€ that their puasa had been nulled by taking a swab test, then they are allowed to break their fast for the day and make up for it in the future.

TRP would like to wish all Muslims a happy Ramadan and remind all Malaysians to get tested if you suspect yourself having symptoms or to have contact with the infection.
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45 Doctors Infected With Covid-19, Dr Noor Hisham Urges Full Precaution

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45 general practitioners (GPs) have tested positive for Covid-19, says Health director-general Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah, which brings the number for total healthcare workers infected to 275.
Since GPs are the frontliners for treating patients who are feeling ill, they must take every precaution with all patients, even those who are not showing Covid-19 symptoms, says Dr Noor Hisham.
It’s not just Covid-19 either, but rather precautions for all infectious illnesses such as pneumonia, SARI (severe acute respiratory infections), and ILI (influenza-like illness) which exists in the community.
Dr Noor Hisham urges all doctors to protect themselves and treat SARI patients as Covid-positive until proven otherwise.
Even if itâ€™s a runny nose you have to protect yourself. If you donâ€™t have the results yet you are going to treat them as positive rather than treat them without protection then get the (positive) results later on.Dr Noor Hisham to all doctors
A few days ago, several frontliners were reported to have contracted Covid-19 at their places of work. The source of infection is suspected to be from fellow colleagues or from other patients with the virus.
Since the outbreak, 275 healthcare workers have tested positive for the virus so far. According to Dr Noor Hisham, 199 of those cases were infections that came from contact within the community at large.
A significant number of the cases involve healthcare workers who have been previously linked to weddings attended by those present at the Sri Petaling tabligh event.

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Another Giant Sinkhole In KL, But Why Does It Happen?

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A giant sinkhole swallowed up a road as well as the compound wall of a luxury condominium near the US Embassy at Taman U-Thant, Ampang Hilir, Kuala Lumpur over the weekend.
The sinkhole, which looks to be filled with water, had even almost devoured a nearby tree and telephone pole.
On social media, netizens also apparently shared images of the sinkhole forming, before it collapse entirely.
(Facebook/Azahar Nawawi/Warga 68000 Ampang)
The Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) suspected the cause of the incident to be a burst water pipe somewhere in the area and are working to fix the problem.
Authorities on site fixing the problem.(Hari Anggara/Malay Mali)
Previously in 2019, three different sinkholes had popped up in our nation’s capital, including a large one that caved in the middle of Jalan Maharajalela, KL. Plunging a lone MyVi into its depths.
(Twitter/HafizShukaime)
Why DO sinkholes?
Though the thought of the ground disappearing beneath your feet might be the stuff of nightmares, sinkholes are a real phenomenon that happens everywhere around the world.
Sinkholes are, well, holes… that appear on the ground.
They can either be small and shallow or large and deep enough to devour people, vehicles, or entire buildings.
The 19-meter wide, 30-meter deep sinkhole that appeared in Guatemala City in Central America in 2010, swallowing a three-storey building and killing 15 people.(NPR)
Like many other things on this planet, sinkholes can occur naturally or from man-made causes, where human development can compromise the structural integrity of the ground’s surface.
There are 3 types of sinkholes that basically form the same way due to erosion and water drainage;
1. Cover-collapse sinkholes are the ones that can occur abruptly. It happens when cracks underneath the surface are eroded and hollowed out by water creating a cavern underneath a layer of soil on the surface. This cave that forms underground then collapses under its own weight, exposing the cavity that had formed over time.
Though the sinkhole itself can appear suddenly, the erosion process usually happens gradually and out of sight.
Formation of a cover-collapse sinkhole.(U.S. Geological Survey)
2. Cover-subsidence sinkholes happen way slower. It’s caused when bedrock underneath the surface is worn down or dissolved by water.
This creates a cavity that gradually pulls sediment into the empty spaces underground, making a depression on the surface.
Formation of a cover-subsidence.(U.S. Geological Survey)
3. Dissolution sinkholes form when water runoff flows into cracks in the ground and eats away at the bedrock bit by bit, creating a depression on the surface.
These crevises can get plugged up by debris, trapping water and forming ponds and wetlands on the surface.
Formation of a dissolution sinkhole.(U.S. Geological Survey)
Concerningly, the adverse impact of the Climate Crisis is also causing more sinkholes to appear.
Changing temperatures and unpredictable weather is changing the very geology of our planet affecting not only human-populated areas but also everywhere else around the world.
The Batagaika crater or the “Doorway to Hell”, in Siberia. Caused by melting permafrost from global warming.(National Geographic)
There is still a lot that we do not know about our planet, and it’s scary to think that the actions we take are changing the very face of this hunk of rock floating in space we call home.

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The Fascinating History Of Iban Tattoos

We Malaysians are certainly a diverse bunch. This is especially true for our friends and family in East Malaysia.
In the past, adult members of the Iban tribe were heavily tattooed. To them, these tattoos were not just a form of decoration as each tattoo has a meaning and a story unique to the individual.
How it began
In Iban folklore, tattooing came about when a young man named Gendup visited the house of Antung Pantang (tattoo ghosts/spirits) after an adventure in the jungle.
After talking to the spirits, Gendup was approached by the host of the home, Selang Pantang. He was told that he was destined to be the first of his kind to introduce tattooing to the Dayaks (collective term for the tribes in Sarawak).
Iban tattoos are believed to be a form of protection from harm and evil spirits. It is also believed to be a way to tell the Gods that you exist, allowing Gods to see them in the afterlife.

Credit: Strange Beautiful Culture

How itâ€™s done
Tattoos are created by artists who consult spirit guides to reveal a design.
Once the design has been determined, artists would proceed to attach up to five bamboo splinters to a ground-up piece of meteorite or shard of animal bone. This tool is known as â€˜kayok tatokâ€™ in Iban.
Then, the artist would proceed to dip the needles in pigment made out of soot or powdered charcoal or any substance thought to ward off evil spirits.
The tattooing begins with the artist tapping the inked â€˜kayok tatokâ€™ into the skin with a mallet.

Kayok Tatok
(Credit: Dayak Daily)

Iban tattoos today
In the 21st century,  the Iban youth bring a modern spirit to the meaning of â€˜bejalaiâ€™, which is an Iban word that means â€œto walkâ€ or â€œto go on a journeyâ€. This is done by sharing their art with the world and tourists who come to Malaysia.
To the Iban, each design and motif has its own special meaning to the individual.

Screenshot from Twitter

To truly understand its importance, we turn to Maclean Patrick Sibat â€“ a young Ibanese man who took to Twitter to explain the significant markings worn by his ancestors.
1. Bunga Terung

Credit: Maclean Patrick via Twitter

The â€˜bunga terungâ€™, in which the central spiral signifies life. It is inspired by the progression of a tadpole.
To Maclean, his â€˜bunga terungâ€™ is a tribute to his late grandfather, carrying his memories and the collective history of Ibans.
For an Iban man, the â€˜bunga terungâ€™ on the back could also represent his daughters. Each daughter is depicted as a pair of â€˜bunga terungâ€™, which symbolises a father carrying his daughters on his back.
2. Borneo Scorpion

Credit: Ibanology

Tattoos can also symbolise mythical creatures from Iban folklore like the Borneo Scorpion.
The Borneo Scorpion is worn by male Dayak warriors who used to cut off their enemiesâ€™ heads. These warriors had the scorpion tattooed for protection in battle.
When tattooed on the throat, the tattoo should protect the bearer from the same fate as of the enemy ie; decapitation.
3. Tengulun

Credit: Maclean Patrick via Twitter

The â€˜tengulunâ€™ is strictly for those who have taken part in a headhunting expedition and have taken a head off the shoulders of their enemies.
The belief is that the head houses the spirit and when taking a head, one has captured the spirit of the owner.
Fortunately, headhunting is no longer practised within East Malaysian culture. Most East Malaysians nowadays use tattoos as a form of expression and a way to connect to their heritage.
4. Pala tumpaâ€™

Credit: Lars Krutak

The Iban women too had specific tattoos. These tattoos took the form of â€˜kalaâ€™ (scorpions) and â€˜kemebaiâ€™ (centipede) that are supposed to repel evil spirits.
These tattoos were associated with â€˜pua kumbuâ€™, which are sacred blankets that were considered dangerous as the blood-red dye used was thought to attract spirits that might bring trouble or death to the weaver, the weaverâ€™s family or the entire longhouse.
The Iban called this weaving process â€˜kayau induâ€™, which means the womenâ€™s war.
The process of creating a â€˜pua kumbuâ€™ requires great knowledge and patience as it includes rituals such as sacrificing a pig or a chicken whose blood would appease the spirits.
Each â€˜pua kumbuâ€™ has its own meaning and spiritual energy. Itâ€™s also sometimes thought as an heirloom passed from mother to daughter for generations.
5. Back Piece

 Credit: Maclean Patrick via Twitter

The back piece is usually a mixture of other basic Iban designs that spanned all over an individualâ€™s back.
The key is to achieve a balanced design throughout the back, making it look like one beautiful piece that was made out of several other ones.
Itâ€™s important to note any design on the limbs must be a pair, as it means that the motif is complete.

Anthony Bourdain getting Iban tattoos.
(Credit: Uncharted Backpacker)

Their uniqueness has even gained international spotlight, decked on the shoulders of the late Anthony Bourdain and our very own Hollywood sweetheart Henry Golding â€“ who is half Iban himself and went on a journey to discover his tribal roots in order to attain his â€˜bejalaiâ€™.
Such is the importance of Iban tattoos to our Bornean brothers and sisters. They are the personal life stories of each bearer, uniquely representing the knowledge learned, victories and their journeys to growing up.

The Bunga Terung tattoos seen on Henry Goldingâ€™s shoulders.
(Credit: Malaysia Tatler)

As Malaysians, itâ€™s important for us to understand each otherâ€™s cultures and way of life. The Malaysian identity extends beyond Malay, Chinese and Indian. Thereâ€™s also the Iban, Bidayuh, Murut, Kadazan, Dusun and Bajau on East Malaysia and even the indigenous Orang Asli of West Malaysia.
Check out Maclean Patrickâ€™s full story on Iban tattoos on Twitter:

1. For an Iban man, the â€˜bunga terungâ€™ was the first tattoo he got as it signifies a coming of age. This motif is only for men. After that it will aid you on your â€˜berjalaiâ€™ or walk. For an Iban to â€˜Berjalaiâ€™ means to travel and gain new knowledge and experiences.
â€” Maclean Patrick (@macleanpatrick) December 3, 2019

Story by Sarah Jasmin Harme

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Viral Johor Babysitter Now In Police Custody

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Parents and babysitters have a bond rooted in trust. Parents trust these individuals to take good care of their children while they are working hard to provide for the family.

However, a 21-year-old babysitter has been arrested by the Johor police after two of videos of her allegedly abusing a baby went viral on social media platforms.
The videos were shared on Twitter by @jnmalaysia.
Kejadian berlaku harini di sebuah taska. Pengadu takut nak buat report polis. Lokasi erea Mutiara Rini, Skudai Johor.Tukang amik video tak berani nk report…tlg sebarkn semoga video ni smpi pd parents baby tu. Apa ni sebahagian drpd penderaan?Via FB Sinar Hairan pic.twitter.com/WqZeGHWLOd— Jabatan Netizen Malaysia (@jnmalaysia) May 15, 2023
From one of the videos, the babysitter was seen restraining a crying baby with her body while hitting the baby’s head and asking “kenapa, kenapa”. She also handled the baby roughly while blowing air on the baby’s face.
According to Iskandar Puteri District Police Chief Assistant Commissioner Rahmat Ariffin, the incident happened at a day care centre (Taska) in Taman Mutiara Rini, as reported by Sinar Harian.
Rahmat also stated that the a police report in relation to the incident was lodged by a member of the public after the videos went viral on WhatsApp.
Later, the Johor Police released a media statement saying a team from the Iskandar Puteri criminal investigation division arrested the suspect in Selesa Jaya, Skudai, today at around 2am.
From further investigation, it was also found that the victims of the incident were an 11-month-old baby girl and a 9-month-old baby boy.
The suspect is now remanded until Friday.
The case is being investigated under Section 31(1) of the Child Act 2001. If found guilty, the suspect would face imprisonment for 10 years, a fine not more than RM20,000 or both.
Berita Harian reported that the police also found that the day care was operating without a licence.
Those with information on the case can contact the investigating officer at 019-8822403 to help with the investigation.

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Chinaâ€™s Covid-19 Experts: Maintaining These Three Lines Of Protection Will Prevent A Spike Of New Cases

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Transportation hubs, hospitals and the community must be safeguarded to prevent an exponential surge in Covid-19 cases, say medical experts from China.
Especially now that the conditional movement control order (CMCO) is underway to kick in on Monday.
The experts, a team of eight medical professionals from China, arrived in Kuala Lumpur on 18 April and met with local experts including Health director-general Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah, to discuss the Covid-19 outbreak in Malaysia.
(Credit: The Star)
During their visit, they sat with Bernama and The Star at the Chinese embassy on 2 May for an exclusive interview.
Speaking through a translator, they said that the three lines of protection – transportation hubs, hospitals, and community – are vital to prevent another spike in the number of infections now that weâ€™ve managed to flatten the curve.
One of the experts, Dr Wen Miaoyun, said that one way the country could achieve this was by expanding the coverage of antigen rapid test kits.
The associate professor, postgraduate supervisor, and associate chief physician of ICU, Guangdong Provincial Peopleâ€™s Hospital said that the country should also take advantage of information technology and use it to monitor health conditions, sharing that in China, the QRHealth Code was widely used.
The QRHealth Codes used in China (Credit: Tropical Hainan)
Dr Wen added that it is also important to focus on preventing the epidemic while lifting the restrictive measures of the MCO.
It is very hard for us to predict whether there will be a second wave. Currently, the situation in Malaysia is stabilising, and also is showing a sign of decline.Dr Wen Miaoyun via Bernama
Another expert, who is a doctor and postdoctoral researcher at Sun Yat-sen University, Dr Sun Jiufeng opined that authorities should conduct more testing on those with Covid-19 symptoms, those who have been in pandemic-stricken areas, or those who have been in close contact with patients.
The lifting of MCO and the restoration of social-economic activities should be in accordance with the risk level. In China, every area has been categorised into either high, moderate or low risk.Dr Sun Jiufeng via Bernama
Dr Sun also said that the MCO and other restriction measures should be adjusted according to the Covid-19 developments in the country, explaining that in China, they followed-up and interviewed patients to record whether their symptoms escalated again or if they infected more people after being discharged.
Rapid test kits in China could reportedly give results in 45 minutes. (Credit: China Daily)
They also found that some patients tested positive again after recovering, their infectivity was relatively low.
Meanwhile, Dr Li Jun, chief physician, professor, and postgraduate supervisor of the Integrated Chinese and Western Emergency Medicine said that their teamâ€™s observations and discussion with Malaysian experts during their trip has shown them that Malaysia is capable of controlling the epidemic, adding that the devotion and professionalism exhibited by our frontline staff and health workers were admirable.

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[Watch] Police Escorting Luxury Cars Overtake On A Double Line And Endangering Other Road Users

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Dashcam footage of police escorting two luxury cars on flatbed trucks and endangering road users by overtaking a train of traffic on a double line went viral over social media recently, with netizens lamenting the professionalism of the police force.

The video was first uploaded by Facebook user Hamdan Zakaria, who questions whether the police will be at fault if an accident were to happen since the convoy was in the wrong way when he encountered them.
Inside the video, it can be seen that Hamdan was driving without any traffic in front of him when suddenly a Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) Honda Civic police car overtake a host of cars in the opposite lane which forced him to slow down and steered toward the grass on the side of the road.
Behind the Honda Civic, are two flatbed trucks ferrying luxury cars which were followed by a white Ford Ranger.
The video was subsequently uploaded onto Twitter by @jilmisai with the caption “Congratulations PDRM..Just put aside the people’s safety.”
Tahniah PDRM.. Keselamatan marhain letak tepi saja. pic.twitter.com/Ujqkeppt1Y— Jalal Misai Akaun Baru (@jllmisai) July 26, 2022
The Twitter user questions whose luxury cars it belongs to that warrant a front and rear escort and also the urgency that requires the convoy to overtake on double lines and endanger others on the road.
The video had since been retweeted 21,500 times by netizens at the point of writing.
@jilmisai also shared another video of a similar incident at a different location.
Ni kes kedua di lokasi berbeza. Bahayakan nyawa rakyat yang tak bersalah.. pic.twitter.com/elFOQrAcWU— Jalal Misai Akaun Baru (@jllmisai) July 26, 2022
Netizens who responded to the tweet said that the outrider’s actions are dangerous and could cause an accident especially if they encountered a panicked driver.
There are also those who point out that it is not only dangerous but also illegal to overtake on double lines, which is an offence under Road Traffic Rules 1959 and carries a fine of RM300.

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Makcik Chicken Rice drama; both parties ended up apologising to each other

Earlier this week, Twitterjaya exploded at a hangry (angry + hungry) aunty who shared a now deleted video of her shouting at a waiter at a famous chicken rice restaurant franchise after waiting a long time to be served.
 Picture credit: Twitter
Now, it appears that the whole issue has reached an amicable conclusion after a two-hour long meeting between the aunty (who turns out to be the wife of a famous composer and a Datin), her mother and three higher management staff of the popular restaurant chain.
On Wednesday evening (June 26), the Datin met with the Training and Communications manager, the Chief Operations manager and the Customer Service Training manager to make peace.
 Picture credit: mStar
Regretting the incident, Customer Service Training manager, Julia Mohamed Noor apologised to the datin for her staffâ€™s behaviour.

â€œWe apologise.. We are very concerned over what happened. We are not taking any sides as weâ€™d like to be fair to all parties involved. Our customers are very important to us, no matter who they are.â€
â€œSo, action was taken as soon as the incident went viral. The employee has also been given counseling. Weâ€™ve taken your feedback in a positive way. Feedback is important to help us improve the quality of our service.â€
 Customer Service Training manager, Julia Mohamed Noor via mStar

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Meanwhile, Badrul Hisham, the Training and Communications manager, explained that the restaurant doesnâ€™t actually practice the queuing system during off peak hours.

â€œCustomers only need to queue when the restaurant is full. When there are empty tables, customers can simply come in and sit down. After waiting for the service staff to clear the table, they can sit down and their order will be taken.”
â€œWeâ€™ve never practiced the queuing system when there are empty tables available. So, weâ€™re very sorry. This incident should not have happened.â€
â€œAs a manager, I look at it on a case-to-case basis. Itâ€™s just simple logic. So, we hope an incident like this one does not repeat.â€
 Badrul Hisham, the Training and Communications manager via mStar

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The Datin too apologised for the commotion on that fateful day.

â€œIâ€™m an aunty already. So, when you get to my age of course youâ€™d blow your top. Especially if someone says to you â€œif you just walk in we wonâ€™t serve you.â€
â€œYes, I was very angry. But whatever it is, I apologise. I didnâ€™t mean to make the issue into a viral one for the sake of fame. I myself was shocked and did not expect the video to reach 1.6 million views.”
â€œMy intention was for the restaurant to fix the flaw in their customer service. People all over Putrajaya like the food here, so why not increase the quality of service for the comfort of all patrons.â€
The Datin via mStar

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This is the second viral issue this week to come to a peaceful ending.
Yesterday, the viral issue of a teacher in Johor who caned his student also concluded with both parties apologising to each other.
Which makes us figure that the theme this week was: Takpayah la gaduh gaduh online. Take the high road and apologise instead.

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Kuala Selangor Becomes Yellow Zone Again

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Kuala Selangor is re-classified as a yellow zone after 4 mukims recorded active Covid-19 cases.
These 4 mukims are: Ijok, Jeram, Kuala Selangor dan Pasangan.
According to information shared by the Selangor COVID-19 Prevention Team (STFC), Kuala Selangor has recorded 7 new active cases, thus making it a yellow zone.
Besides Kuala Selangor, other yellow districts are Hulu Langat (33 cases), Gombak (14 cases), Klang (11 cases), Hulu Selangor (8 cases), Sabak Bernam (3 cases) and one in Sepang.
Petaling remains a red zone with the addition of 1 new case, bringing the total to 50 while Kuala Langat, which was a red zone previously, retains its green zone status since 8 May.
Below is the full chart for Selangor along with the number of active cases.
Picture Credit: amirudinshari.com

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i-Lestari Applicants To Receive Money This May

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The Employees Provident Fund (EPF) says that it has begun distributing approved i-Lestari account withdrawals to Malaysians.
The i-Lestari initiative was announced by the government as a measure to supplement the rakyat during the Covid-19 crisis. It allows EPF contributors to withdraw up to RM500 a month from their retirement fund and help them get by financially.
According to the EPF, approved withdrawal applications amounting to RM1.66 billion will be allocated to over 3 million applicants via online transfers between May 4 and 18.
Applications can simply be made online or through EPF’s mobile app.(Credit: Google Play)
To find out more about how you can withdraw your EPF money with i-Lestari, check out our quick instruction guide, HERE.

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3.5 juta pencarum KWSP lulus pengeluaran i-Lestari


Crime Reporter Turned Barista Creates Incredible Works of Art From Coffee

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Malaysians are known for their love of coffee, but while most enjoy espresso for its taste, former journalist Wei Kai appreciates it for its creative potential.

He turns coffee into works of art that look like paintings.
The ex-journalist at Nanyang Siang Pau began his journey of creating coffee art by chance several years back.
Patrons watching Wei Kai at work. (Credit: Fernando Fong)
One day, the former crime reporter came across a Japanese documentary on coffee art.
Inspired by what he saw, Wei Kai grabbed a spoon and used it to guide the colorful liquid around the white space of a cup of coffee.
Today, Wei Kai continues to use spoons in lieu of a paintbrush, but he also uses metal sticks to achieve intricate details.
A series of coffee arts to celebrate Chinese New Year. (Credit: Bookmark Cafe)
From anime sketches to portraits of the human face, Wei Kai takes inspiration from everywhere.
He also recreates festive moods in his coffee art style. Sometimes, he would help create coffee paintings for special occasions, such as wedding proposals.
He has drawn characters from Disney, Studio Ghibli, Snoopy, One Piece, Crayon Shin Chan and even movie characters such as those in Squid Game, using syrup as a pigment.
A ‘3D’ coffee art featuring Studio Ghibli characters. (Credit: Fernando Fong)
A Painting For The Price Of A Coffee
They say that successful people continuously question themselves.
Likewise, Wei Kai had his concerns when he started the venture, especially in terms of sustainability.
He started off by sharing a shop lot with a hair salon in Cheras back in 2014.
Some two years later, he upgraded to an entire premise, which he named Bookmark Cafe.
“The reason why I chose the name Bookmark is because I love books and my lifelong dream is to run a coffee shop with a little library in it.”Coffee artist Wei Kai
Years later, he opened another outlet in Petaling Jaya.
The Bookmark Cafe outlet in Petaling Jaya. (Credit: Fernando Fong)
Ain’t A Bed Of Roses
It hasn’t been smooth sailing, especially since the Covid-19 pandemic.
Business took a nosedive, but he persevered and constantly explored new menus and made full use of social media to reach out to coffee lovers.
Wei Kai said his satisfaction comes from seeing people having good memories over coffee and fellowship.
You can have fun with coffee art just by watching how it’s done. (Credit: Fernando Fong)
On busy days, he could easily draw more than 100 coffee arts per day, and he would draw whatever the customers request.
Most of his customers would not miss the chance to take a photo of their cuppa and share it on social media.
They appreciate him for giving them Instagramable moments.

People say that to discover a child’s talent, the secret lies in allowing kids to discover their interests.
Wei Kai had never attended drawing lessons as a child. But in drawings, he found excitement like no other.
When I was young, the was no easy access to Internet like today. I learned to draw from cartoons in newspapers and magazines.Wei Kai on how he learned to draw
As the saying goes, where there’s a will there’s a way.
A coffee a day keeps the blues away.  (Credit: Bookmark cafe)

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Gardenia Under Fire For Hiring Rohingya Refugees, Invites Locals To Apply For Work

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With unfavorable sentiments on foreign and migrant workers taking root in Malaysia, the country’s favorite bakery, Gardenia, appears to be under fire for hiring refugees.
Based on a statement released on the Gardenia Bakeries Kuala Lumpur Facebook page, it appears that the company had been receiving complaints that claimed it was discriminating against Malaysian citizens in favor of hiring Rohingya refugees.

Gardenia Increasing Its Production So That More People Can Buy Bread

A quick look through Gardenia’s social media feed revealed comments made by Malaysian netizens questioning the company’s hiring procedures and why the bakery was hiring foreigners instead of locals as the country was faced with massive numbers of unemployment following the Covid-19 pandemic.
Some were even advocating to boycott the bread brand if the company would not change its hiring policy to facilitate more local staff.
In its response, Gardenia states that the company was fully complying with government procedures in its hiring of refugees.
Gardenia explains that the company was part of the Malaysian government’s pilot career program coordinated with the United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR) that seeks to recruit Myanmar’s ethnic Rohingya communities who are taking refuge in the country.
Under the pilot scheme, some 300 refugees were essentially allowed to work in agricultural and manufacturing jobs with participating companies nationwide.
Officially, the Malaysian government still does not recognize the status of refugees or asylum seekers in the country even if they hold an official UNHCR refugee identification card.
According to the UNHCR, as of April 2020 there where some 177,800 refugees and asylum-seekers registered with UNHCR in Malaysia. More than 150,000 of which were from Myanmar comprising of 101,280 Rohingyas, 22,470 Chins, and 29,310 others from varying minorities.

Wasted Gardenia Bread Found In Dumpster Due To Hoarders

In its statement, Gardenia mentions that since it joined the program in 2017, the company began hiring Rohingya asylum seekers to work at its factories, but are still placing Malaysian citizens as their top candidates for job openings.
Responding to comments for it to hire more Malaysians, the company said that it was still in need of workers to fill job vacancies in its production crew due to constant demand for its products, and suggested that interested job seekers come in for interviews during its hiring sessions which the company says it holds twice a week.

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Malaysia in pilot scheme to allow Rohingya refugees to work
Only 40 Rohingya registered for work under pilot scheme
Govt does not recognise refugee status of Rohingyas: Hamzah Zainudin
Figures at a Glance in Malaysia


3 Days’ Compensation For 3 Months Repair, Woman Reveals Insurance Fraud Tactics For ‘Loss Of Use’ Claim

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A woman shared how she was almost cheated by the insurance company when she made a loss of use claim for her car.

Loss of use is a compensation when the insured’s vehicle is being repaired after an accident or if the vehicle was stolen.
Her 2,500cc BMW was involved in a collision which damaged the rear of her vehicle a few months ago.
Fatiha Ziqra shared on her Facebook that her car was badly damaged and had to be put in a workshop for 98 days to be repaired.
At the end of  the repair, she received the BMW in good condition.

However, when making the lost of use claim, she was informed that the claim was only approved for less than RM1,000.
The reason is because the insurance company thought the time needed to repair the BMW was only 76 hours, or 3 days 4 hours.
It came as as surprise to Fatiha as it should be more than 50 days (at RM50 per day) based on her calculations, after deducting public holidays, weekends and delivery of spare parts.
No one in a sane mind would say it will take only 76 hours after looking at my car condition.Car owner Fatiha Ziqra on the absurd calculation for her vehicle’s loss of use claim.
Holding Insurance Companies Accountable
Even more absurd was the reason given by the insurer when asked to detail the calculation of the repair hours.
Fatiha also enquired if the calculation was based on guidelines set by the authorities.
Accordingly, the insurer push the blame to the adjuster, who pass the buck to the upper management.
In other words, they were unable to produce any guidelines on how the calculation was made.
After she wrote to complain about the issue, Fatiha received an email on her claim.
The emails informed that her lost of use was extended by 14 days with another 14 days added in, making it a total of 28 days.
Dissatisfied with the claim, Fatiha, who is also a doctor, sent another letter.
But this time, the letter was also sent to several parties, including Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM).
Miraculously, her full claim was approved shortly after and the money was credited into her account after two days.
Know Your Consumer Rights
As a consumer, you have the right to receive fair judgement which includes compensation for your purchase of good or services received.
Fatiha had wanted to share her experience so that others can protect themselves from scams and fraud by ensuring that businesses can be held accountable.
Her posting had since gone viral, with more than 1,400 comments and 10,000 shares.
Netizens shared that they had similar experience but ended up accepting a much lower amount as they did not know how to voice their grievances.
They lamented how unscrupulous insurance agents would take advantage of unknowing customers.
At the same time, netizens also asked for tips on how to write to BNM.

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A 300% Increase Of Pet Abandonment Last Year Could Possibly Be More Now

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In April last year, the Malaysian Animal Association (MAA) said the number of pets being abandoned around Kuala Lumpur increased three-fold during the Movement Control Order (MCO).

MAA President Arie Dwi Andika told the Malay Mail the observation was based on the increase of dogs and cats at certain areas where his volunteers feed the strays and not all of the animals are neutered.
The animals could have been abandoned due to their owners’ financial constraints caused by loss of jobs during the pandemic.
Most pets dumped are unable to cope with finding their own food so they end up dying of starvation while other animals get injured or die from road accidents.Malaysia Animal Association president Arie Dwi Andika via the Malay Mail.
The selfish act of abandoning, the selfless act of helping
In the MAA’s statement on their Facebook, most pets dumped are unable to cope with finding food so they end up dying of starvation while other animals get injured or die from injuries, trauma, or infectious diseases.
MAA pleas for all communities to look out for their neighbours and ask if they need food supply for neighbouring cats and dogs. And for those who are experiencing difficulties feeding their pets, let it be known with a red flag and don’t be afraid to ask as well.
Arie says that as of its launch, no one has raised their flag but MAA have been receiving pet food requests for their cats.
Do not dismiss the red flags outside people’s home and offer to help feed their pets”Malaysia Animal Association president Arie Dwi Andika via the Malay Mail.
Pets are family
When welcoming a pet into your family, remember that it’s for the long term.
The start of the pandemic saw more people staying at home, which saw a 250% increase globally in dog and cat adoptions from 2019.
This could have attributed to the fact that more people were staying home and not only would they have more time to play with them, there had also been many studies that showed how owning a pet would be good for your mental health.
What was to come may have been expected as more and more people lost their jobs affecting not only their livelihood but those of their beloved fur children as well.
As selfless as we can sometimes be to other humans, we can also be very selfish to those without a voice – our pets.
Inspired by the White Flag Movement, the Red Flag movement was launched
30 June saw the start of the #BenderaMerah or Red Flag campaign for pet owners.
Just like how people who face hardship and need help are asked to fly the white flag in front of their homes, the red flag should be flown for those who require help in feeding their pets.

How you can help
If the White Flag movement has taught us anything is that Malaysians are quite charitable people.
That said, look out for your neighbours who have pets and don’t be afraid to ask if they need help with food.

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Cabinet Announces Support For Muhyiddin Yassin As PM

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Members of the Cabinet today have announced their full support for Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin.

Berita Harian reported that the the decision was made at a Cabinet meeting held today.
A recent statement clarified that the decision was made collectively after taking into account the views of all parties.
The statement also said that the government’s priority right now is to make the National Recovery Plan (NRP) a success for the well-being of the people and the prosperity of the country as well as to bring the country out of the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Klang hotel serves up impressive date-night worthy dishes under RM50 [Review]

If you live in Klang and want to enjoy a quiet meal with your date but have limited budget to do so, feel free to make your way to Premiere Hotel in Bandar Bukit Tinggi
Why suffer traffic into PJ or KL when you can spend that time enjoying a hearty meal instead?
Premiere Hotel recently introduced new items to the menus in their 3 dining outlets, namely The Buzz, Royal Gourmet, and Ichi Pool Bar.
The portions are so generous, in fact, that customers are encouraged to share the ala carte dishes!

Prawn Fritters with Assam Sauce (RM36)Picture credit: TRP

The prawn fritters feature juicy, big prawns paired with a tantalizingly zesty special Assam sauce.

Biryani Lamb Shank (RM50)Picture credit: TRP

If you truly want to make an impression, get the star of the show. This dish is a delicious melody of a western dish with an eastern twist.

Deep-fried Tilapia with Crispy Salted Radish (RM45)Picture credit: TRP

The tilapia is crisp and the salted radish is a true delight. Try the robust special sauce with rice for a full-bodied dish.

Ricotta Chicken Lasagna (RM38)Picture credit: TRP

For truly decadent dish, try the lasagna layered with a generous portion of ricotta and cream cheese. It’s bound to delight everyone with its deeply rich and sweet notes, but be sure to share!

Chinese Herbal Steamed Chicken (RM37)Picture credit: TRP

Even if you’re feeling like healthy food, it’s no reason to give up on taste! The chicken is steamed in a thick herbal sauce that truly warms the soul.
These dishes will be available from November to December 2019 in addition to their usual menu.
Premiere HotelBandar Bukit Tinggi 1/KS6,Jalan Langat 41200 Klang

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[Watch] Terengganu Man’s Home Safe From Floods Because It Can Float

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During the floods in Terengganu, one man is fortunate enough that his home is still safe and relatively untouched.

It was all thanks to his creative problem-solving long before the current flood hit his housing area in Kampung Tebak, Air Putih, Kemaman.
Former lorry driver, A. Bakar Che Ahmad, 67, had the idea to transform his wooden home into a floating home after seeing his floating chicken coop invention in 2018 successfully keep the animals safe in a flood.
He decided to undertake the massive task because his wife’s poor health makes it difficult for them to evacuate to a flood relief centre.
Having a floating home would keep his wife comfortable and his home safe during a flood and all seven of his children agreed to the plan.
  @jimat_fishing2 Membalas kepada @jimat_fishing2 rumah kelong berjaya terapung.. semoga menjadi inspirasi pada org ramai…😊.. #rumahkelong #rumahterapung #berjaya #jimatfishing #zaliefishing #fyp #fypシ #fypシ゚viral #allahyangpunya ♬ bunyi asal – tututututu – Katak gemoy
The father of seven told Utusan he did the necessary renovations to the 5 bedroom and 1 bathroom house using the funds from his children (about RM47,000) in February 2022.
To make the house float, he only used 69 plastic drum containers to serve as flotation devices and wooden materials.
I’ve studied each and every aspect. I didn’t build fixed stairs because it’ll be difficult for the house to float if anything gets caught in it. Under the house, I also made sure the plastic drums are spread apart to allow water to flow through.A. Bakar Che Ahmad
A Bakar Ahmad, 67, membawa wartawan Bernama meninjau ke ‘Rumahku,Rakitku’ di Kampung Terbak Batu 16, Terengganu.Beliau tular di media sosial dalam satu video yang menunjukkan kediamannya terapung di atas air ekoran #banjir besar yang melanda.📹Afifitri Muhammad | BERNAMA pic.twitter.com/ma5RDBSYd6— BERNAMA (@bernamadotcom) December 20, 2022
He also tied both sides of the floating home to two 6-metre-long poles so the property wouldn’t be washed away by the flood waters.
God-willing, this house can float up to 5 metres. I dared to take the risk to build this home because the flood tide in this housing area is not that fast because we’re not too near the river.A. Bakar Che Ahmad
His foresight paid off and the sight of his floating home surviving the flood went viral on Tiktok.
Keadaan sekitar rumah A Bakar Ahmad akibat banjir.📸 Zulfadhli Zulkifli| BERNAMA pic.twitter.com/hpXiEfd0JO— BERNAMA (@bernamadotcom) December 20, 2022
Netizens were in awe of his invention and praised the man for his clever idea.
It turned out that he was teased for wanting to build a floating home prior to this. The naysayers said that he ran the risk of his home floating away when the flood comes.
Fortunately, he proved them wrong and his ingenious plan worked when Terengganu was hit by a major flood this month.
READ MORE: Terengganu Flood Traps Grandparents At Home With Only A Lit Candle

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Are You Showing Symptoms Of Long Covid? Here’s Where You Can Seek Help

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Some who were infected with Covid-19 managed to recover from it but still report experiencing tiredness, shortness of breath and body pains.

These are some of the symptoms of long Covid despite being fully recovered from the Covid-19 infection.
Unfortunately, there is no cure for post-Covid infection yet so the best protection is still to get vaccinated and to get the booster shot to reduce the possibility of developing long Covid.
According to Free Malaysia Today, a new review of 15 studies by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) found that long Covid is less likely to affect vaccinated people than unvaccinated people.
Symptoms of long Covid
The Health Ministry (KKM) has listed the common symptoms of long Covid as follows:
Common symptoms
FatigueShortness of breath when performing activitiesSleep disturbancesCoughingAnxiety
Ketahui Sindrom COVID Berpanjangan (Long COVID Syndrome) ⬇ Bekas pesakit COVID-19 berkemungkinan mengalami gejala-gejala berterusan bagi tempoh 12 minggu/lebih selepas sembuh.Ambil vaksin dan dos penggalak, amalkan 3W & elak 3S, praktis #TRIIS dan patuhi SOP yang ditetapkan. pic.twitter.com/xgDdC7Cj8N— KKMalaysia🇲🇾 (@KKMPutrajaya) February 15, 2022
Other long Covid symptoms
Here are the other symptoms of long Covid split into several categories:
Head
Loss of concentration and attentivenessHeadachesSleep disturbancesConfusion
Breathing
Difficulty in breathingCoughing
Chest
Difficulty in breathingChest painsPalpitations
Stomach
Abdominal painsNauseaDiarrhoeaLoss of appetite
Skin
Ears, nose and throat irritationTinnitus (ringing in the ear)Ear and throat painsLoss of taste and smell
Muscles
Muscles and joint aches
Psychology
DepressionAnxiety
Where to seek help for long Covid?
If you find yourself exhibiting long Covid symptoms, you can seek treatment at rehabilitation centres at the following health facilities:
Pesakit yang mengalami simptom COVID-19 berpanjangan (long covid) boleh mendapatkan rawatan di pusat rehabilitasi yang disediakan di fasiliti-fasiliti kesihatan yang disenaraikan. pic.twitter.com/bsbbom0XJX— KKMalaysia🇲🇾 (@KKMPutrajaya) February 16, 2022

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AirTag To The Rescue! Sofyank’s Missing Backpack Found In The Philippines

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Apple AirTag is essentially a small tracking device that can be tracked on your phone. Most people use the AirTag to help them keep track of their personal belongings that they frequently misplace such as their wallets, keys, and bags.

Some people have also used the AirTag to keep tabs on their household pets by attaching the small device to pet collars.
READ MORE: AirTag Reunites Family With Missing Cat Tofu
Apple’s Find My app and the AirTag. Image: Apple
The AirTag works by sending out a secure Bluetooth signal that can be detected by nearby devices in Apple’s Find My network.
The location of your AirTag will be sent to iCloud so you can track your items on the Find My app and see it on the map. Apple said the whole process is anonymous and encrypted to ensure everyone’s privacy.
The nifty AirTag costs RM139 for one and RM469 for a pack of four. The steep price of AirTags does pay off long term since people have reported that the device has helped them track their lost luggage during travels and more.
It’s how Sofyank found his lost backpack
The most recent incident happened to popular VFX content creator Mohamad Sofian, or Sofyank, when he lost his backpack during his trip to Singapore on 25 May.
The backpack contained valuables such as his wallet, laptop, and a hard disk containing his ongoing project files and videos. Fortunately, he has an AirTag in his wallet so he could find where his bag went.
Sofian said someone mistakenly took his bag during a flight on Scoot from Malaysia to Singapore. He believed his backpack was mistakenly taken as he saw another backpack at the airport’s lost and found department from the same flight.
In this backpack, I have my wallet, laptop, and hard disk containing unpublished project files and videos. The bag was last seen at Singapore Changi Airport. If anyone receives a notification about a missing AirTag for Sofian's wallet, please assist me in locating it 🥹🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/VKynNXGOg5— sofyank96 (@sofyank96) May 25, 2023
At the time, his backpack was spotted around the Changi terminal, but he received no further updates after 6am. The next ping on the Find My app came in hours later, which revealed that his backpack was at Clark International Airport in the Philippines.
Sofian quickly made a SOS call on his social media and this helped him to get the message out. It also helped him get in touch with some people on the ground like the airport staff at Clark International Airport.
Based on his information, the airport authorities managed to locate his backpack, which still contained all his belongings.
Sofian thanked everyone and the airport staff who helped him during his frantic search for his backpack. With the return of his backpack, he could continue working on his ongoing projects.
ALHAMDULILLAH!! Hasil berkat pertolongan korang, saya dah jumpa! 🥹 https://t.co/Y70Dtj2jbr pic.twitter.com/RkhzH8ek5b— sofyank96 (@sofyank96) May 26, 2023

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Gov’t Wants To Reduce Prison Overpopulation, Extends Parole Scheme To Offenders Serving Up To Three Years

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To overcome prison overpopulation, the Cabinet has approved the Compulsory Attendance Order (CAO) to be extended to detainees serving sentences of up to three years.

Bernama quoted Home Minister Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin who said that the government had also agreed to increase the CAO period from three months to one year.
We approved it (at the Cabinet-level) last week and, InsyaAllah, we will seek the consent of Tuanku (the Yang di-Pertuan Agong) after this.Home Minister Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin via Bernama
Previoulsy, he said, the CAO is only for those serving sentences of one year and below.
According to the Prisons Department, the CAO is under the Offenders Compulsory Attendance Act, 1954 which serves an alternative to incarceration for those convicted of certain offences.
They will have to do “compulsory work” instead of serving jail time.
Based on reports by Malay Mail, the Human Rights Commission of Malaysia (Suhakam) estimates that prisons and detention centres in the country have exceeded their capacity by at least 40%.

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Food Delivery Rider Touched By Customer’s ‘Special Request’ And Generous Tip

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A food delivery rider named Hazmi Faiz Razak recently shared a photo of an envelope containing some tips and a note from a customer.

According to Hazmi, the customer was already waiting for him at the door when he arrived on the 5th floor of a flat.
After delivering the food, the customer handed Hazmi the envelope and told him to accept it.
The post showed that the envelope contained RM50 banknotes and a heartfelt note from the customer.
Hazmie initially felt guilty about accepting the gift but was eventually persuaded to do so.

Why Spreading Kindness Is More Important Than Ever
The note asks for prayers for the customer and their wife to have children.
Touched by the request, Hazmie pledged to pray for the customer to be blessed with children and sustenance.
The photo, which was shared on Facebook, quickly gained attention from netizens.
Hazmi’s story has since gone viral, with many netizens praising the customer’s kindness and generosity.
The heartwarming incident serves as a reminder of the impact small acts of kindness can have on others.

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No Warrants Needed For SOP Compliance Under Emergency Powers, Says Home Minister

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Enforcement agencies do not require a warrant to conduct inspections on issues of compliance with the Movement Control Order (MCO) Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), according to Home Minister Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin.

Bernama quoted the Minister who said that this has been stipulated under the Emergency (Essential Powers) Ordinance 2021.
We are currently subject to the Emergency Ordinance, we can enter and conduct inspections at premises which are allowed to operate with the government’s permission in accordance with the set conditions.Home Minister Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainuddin via Bernama
The comment was made as a response to a SME Association of Malaysia Vice-President Chin Chee Seong who questioned enforcement agencies which do not produce any official letter or warrant when conducting inspections.
He also touched on the statement made by Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers president Tan Sri Soh Thian Lai claiming that authorities disrupt factory operations due to frequent raids, saying that inspections were carried out based on public complaints to ensure that all parties adhere to the SOP.

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“Whoever Wins Must Work With The Other Side,” Agong Told Political Leaders Yesterday

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In his parting words with political party leaders and representatives yesterday, the Agong said whichever side wins in the upcoming parliamentary vote must extend their hand and work with the other side.

In a statement today, Comptroller of the Royal Household Datuk Ahmad Fadil Shamsuddin says Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah said that in other words, there can be no absolute winners or absolute losers.
The Agong stressed that choosing who would lead the Federal Government must be done in accordance with the Federal Consitution and the rakyat should not be burdened by unending political chaos while the country is also struggling with health and economic issues because of the Covid-19 pandemic.
His Highness also reiterated that all 220 current MPs must send in themselves their statutory declarations of support for their choice of Prime Minister by 4 pm today to help him in deciding who has the support in Parliament to be Prime Minister.
However, he also said that once a Prime Minister is appointed under Articles 40(2)(a) and 43(2)(a) of the Federal Consitution, they must table a motion of confidence in the Dewan Rakyat as soon as possible to legitimize their position.
The Agong said he would also be meeting with the other Malay Rulers on Friday to discuss these recent events.
Aside from the Agong and party leaders, the Sultan of Perak, Sultan Nazrin Muizzuddin Shah, along with Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Mohd Zuki Ali, Dewan Rakyat Speaker Datuk Azhar Azizan Harun, and Attorney-General Tan Sri Idrus Harun were also in attendance.
The party leaders in attendance were from UMNO, DAP, PKR, Bersatu, PAS, Amanah, Warisan, and Pejuang, while the Agong had spoken with GPS component parties online about an hour prior.

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