[Watch] Doraemon 2.0: Use ‘Gentle’ Physical Touch To Discipline Wives, Says PAS Deputy Minister

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Deputy Minister of Women, Family and Community Development, Siti Zailah Mohd Yusoff had just played the role of a marriage counsellor.

Giving tips to married couples on how to maintain marital harmony, the PAS leader said husbands can use “gentle but firm physical touch” to rebuke their wives.
  @pnranganpasdengkilsepang Tip Ibu 4 : Cara Suami Menegur Isteri#tipibu#KeluargaMalaysia #kaklah #ybsitizailah #keluargamalaysia #malaysia #fyp #rantaupanjangkelantan ♬ Saz ( Sad Turkish Instrumental Beats ) – SL-7
She said if a husband wants to reprimand the wife for not covering her aurat or doing things he doesn’t like, then the husband tells her in a good way.
Accordingly, in Islam, a husband is allowed to put a little pressure on his wife by separating the bed for three days so that she feels how the husband really does not like her actions.
If the advice falls on deaf ears and separating the beds also does not work, then the husband can hit by way of a gentle physical touch that educates lovingly, in a way that is not painful but shows firmness.Siti Zailah advising husbands to use ‘gentle physical touch’ to correct their wives.
At the same time, she said women should not confront their husbands over anger or disliked behaviour when the man is still angry.
She said it’s better for wives to remain silent and not talk back as it would only make matters worse.
Speak to the husbands when they are calm, are full and have finished eating, have prayed, and are relaxed. When we want to speak, ask for permission first.Siti Zailah advising wives on when to talk to their husband.
Better Off Saying Nothing At All
The advice given by Siti Zailah was criticized by Permatang Pauh MP, Nurul Izzah Anwar and Segambut MP, Hannah Yeoh.
Nurul Izzah described Siti Zailah’s ‘advice’ as detrimental to women.
The pandemic has only seen an increase in domestic abuse with a total of 9,015 cases were reported – predominantly against women. This so called ‘advice’ by the deputy minister is a disservice and goes against current realities & needs. https://t.co/QoOd6b0gud Reference tbc 1/3— Nurul Izzah Anwar 🇲🇾 🌺 (@n_izzah) February 12, 2022
Nurul Izzah cited an article by Islamic scholar Abdullah Hassan which pointed out that the Quran and Islam do not permit husbands to hit their wives – lightly or not – or abuse them.
Meanwhile, Yeoh said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob should ask Siti Zailah to demonstrate how men use “soft but firm physical touch” to reprimand their wives.
She said it is dangerous for Siti Zailah to make such a video because a gentle but firm physical touch can be very subjective.
Ask the ‘team’ of doctors, activists and NGOs who handle domestic violence cases every day, is it appropriate for a topic like this to be discussed through a two -minute video.Segambut MP, Hannah Yeoh describing Siti Zailah’s counsel as ill-advised.
.@RinaMohdHarun Menteri yang bertanggungjawab jaga portfolio ini masih membisu? Atau sibuk dengan PRN Johor? @KPWKM bukan jabatan agama, sepatutnya fokus isu perlindungan kanak-kanak dan keganasan rumah tangga terutamanya semasa era Covid.https://t.co/6fSuTEdFV7— Hannah Yeoh (@hannahyeoh) February 13, 2022
Wives Should Sound Like Doraemon
Siti Zailah has previously given domestic advice which was controversial.
In April 2020, she posted a video acknowledging that the movement control order (MCO) might put stress on families, leading to domestic violence.
Her message was interpreted by critics –   in the context of the entire video clip – as saying that women should accept, be patient, and forgive their abusive partners.
Siti Zailah’s advice also drew a comparison to a series of posters on “Kebahagian Rumahtangga” by the Women and Family Development Ministry.
It features the drawing of a woman and man hanging clothes out to dry with the message that reads: “Jika melihat pasangan melakukan sesuatu yang bercanggah dengan kehendak kita, elakkan dari berleter – gunakan perkataan ‘humorous’ seperti ‘cara sidang baju macam ni lah sayangku’ (tiru nada Doraemon dan diikuti dengan gelak manja)”

The sexist messaging drew the ire of the public. Women’s Minister Datuk Seri Rina Harun was blasted for stereotyping women as being bossy and naggy.
These posters were also criticised for sending the message that it’s women’s responsibility to change their behaviour in order to maintain harmony at home.
@KPWKM posted some controversial PSAs on their Instagram accounts, and since have deleted these posts.These cartoons advised women of Malaysia to be 'humorous' like Doraemon and to doll up to WFH.#WanitaBukanDoraemonMungkin Menteri @RinaMohdHarun boleh demo sikit?? (1/2) pic.twitter.com/AdqggDpGja— Reine (@_reine_roi) March 31, 2020

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Top 10 most stolen cars in Malaysia (as of May 2019)

Things have been great since cars started becoming a thing.
No more riding on horses or trouble getting your Kereta Lembu ready in the morning.

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And definitely no
more of that pesky walking business.
Unfortunately, ever since weâ€™ve had cars, we also had to deal with car thieves.

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Today the Vehicle Theft Reduction Council of Malaysia (VTREC) released a list of the topmost stolen cars in Malaysia for the first half of 2019.
The council which consists of several enforcement agencies and trade organizations is a coordinated task force to tackle cases of grand theft auto in the country.

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So, here are the top 10 hottest cars â€“ at least among thieves – in Malaysia;
10. Honda City

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The Honda City has always been popular among Malaysian car buyers, and apparently, it’s quite admired by thieves too.
This family sedan produced by the Japanese manufacturer since 1981 has seen many different variations over the years.
Since the second-generation model was introduced in the country in 2019, the car has seen more than 100,000 units sold.
With 24 units stolen this year alone, weâ€™re betting it is quite the lucrative prize among car thieves as well.
9. Honda Civic

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The dream car of many hot-blooded, trigger-happy teens has gone through many changes since the first two-door model was introduced in 1972.
This Japanese machine has been credited to be among the best cars that the nation of the rising sun has to offer, noted as being reliable and having excellent performance.
Well, this trend is bound to keep on going, as the car takes 9th place with a total of 28 units stolen this year.
8. Nissan Vanette

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Being the No.1 choice for transporting goods and annoying school children, the Nissan Vanette has been in production here in Malaysia since 1997.
This nifty vehicle was initially introduced by its Japanese manufacturer as a minibus, of sorts, quickly proliferated to streets around the world offering great versatility with its economic and compact design.
The van seems to be an all-round choice for thieving too, with 36 units stolen in 2019.
7. Proton Saga

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Coming in at 7th place with a total of  40 units stolen this past year is none other than Malaysia’s very own iconic Proton Saga, the country’s first ever production car.
Being Proton’s flagship model, the Saga has stood the test of time as the manufacturer’s longest-running nameplate on the assembly line for over 31 years.
With its third-generation models released in 2016, the budget-sedan has proven itself to be a favorite among locals and carjackers alike.
6. Proton Waja

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Though suffering the stereotype of being a Mitsubishi Lancer clone, this sexy saloon has the reputation of being the first-ever car to be fully designed in-house by Proton.
Even with the carâ€™s production being discontinued, the Waja still remains admired by its fateful owners and still wanted for its durability and for being quite budget-friendly.
The car was even being sold in the UK under the name Proton Impian at one point.
It comes in at number 6 for car thieves who are looking to make their dreams come true.
5. Perodua Myvi

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Credited to be the most successful car model in Malaysia, there are currently an estimated 1 million Myvis habituating the national roadways to date.
This subcompact car introduced back in 2005 was the result of the manufacturerâ€™s collaboration with Japanese companies Toyota and Daihatsu, with its third-generation model being designed fully in-house here in Malaysia.
A total of 49 units of these small, speedy bugs were stolen this year, making it the 5th most favorite among Malaysian car thieves.
4.  Toyota Hilux

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Coming in at 4th place is the Toyota Hilux, this massive pickup truck was first introduced in 1968 has gone through multiple upgrades over the years with its eight-generation currently available in the market.
It is a popular choice among drivers for its sturdiness and reliability which was highlighted during an episode of BBC’s motoring TV show, Top Gear, where it survived even after being plunged into the ocean.
A total of 52 units of these trucks were nicked in 2019.
3. Perodua Kancil
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The Perodua Kancil, the first-ever vehicle to be introduced by Perodua back in 1992, is a rebadged version of the Daihatsu Mira.
This small and versatile five-seater hatchback stands
triumphant as being one of the most preferred city-car in its time.
Most people would have had the experience of driving one of these babies when taking their drivers’ license test. Guess the car remains embedded in the memories of car thieves to boot with 70 units total stolen within the year.
2.  Proton Saga Iswara

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Not to be confused with the original Proton Saga, the Saga Iswara was released back in 1992 and made available as both a 4-door sedan and a 5-door hatchback.
This version of the car is noted to be cheap, reliable, and surprisingly fast for a vehicle from its time and was once the most popular choice for taxi drivers across the country.
A total of 82 units of these steel tanks were stolen as of 2019.
1. Proton Wira

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Thatâ€™s right folks if you havenâ€™t figured it out by now, the most popular car in Malaysia is neither a fancy Italian sports car nor a fearsome American muscle car, but none other than Malaysia’s very own Proton Wira.
Making its first appearance in 1993, the Wira which translates to â€œheroâ€ was based on the Mitsubishi Lancer and comes in a four-door saloon and a five-door hatchback model.
The Wira is known to be the perfect car for families and single folks alike for being practical, economical, comfortable and ultimately reliable in most ways.
Well, one thing you could definitely rely on is how panas the car is, with 127 units flinched away in 2019.

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A total of 35,953 reported cases of vehicle theft had occurred in 2018.
This year, 12,710 cases of theft have been reported in which 9,308 motorcycles, 2,721 cars, and 681 commercial vehicles were taken between January to May.
This translates to a 49% reduction in vehicle theft incidents over the course of five years. (So it’s not all doom and gloom…)
Do you by any chance own one of the cars listed above?

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M’sian Olympic Gymnast Farah Ann Immortalised As Barbie Doll For Amazing Achievements In Sports

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Malaysia’s very own artistic gymnast, Farah Ann Abdul Hadi has been immortalised as a Barbie doll by toymaker Mattel! The charming looking doll sports a silver-studded, pink, gold, and white leotard with jet black hair, matching Farah Ann’s, tied back in a slick ponytail.

The doll is part of Barbie’s Dream Gap project which aims to inspire young girls worldwide and Farah is just one of the international athletes named as role models.
Barbie is committed to shining a light on empowering role models past and present in an effort to inspire more girls. As a key part of our ongoing global initiative, the Dream Gap Project, we’re introducing girls to women’s stories from all walks of life to show them they can be anything. Barbie via their website

A short biography on the 26-year-old SEA Games gold medalist is featured as part of her recognition on Barbie’s website. It writes how Farah began her gymnastics career at the age of three and was already representing her home state of Selangor by the time she was seven.
Farah joined the national team at 8 years old and had her first International appearance at the 2010 Commonwealth Games in New Delhi, where Farah and her team won fourth place.
She also became the first Malaysian gymnast to win a silver world cup medal at the International Federation of Gymnastics (FIG) World Challenge Cup held in Slovenia in 2016.
Farah Ann is a true believer in the power of sports and aspires to utilize sports as a medium to inspire the younger generation.Barbie via their website

Farah acknowledged the tribute in a press statement, saying how honoured she was to be recognised as a Barbie sports role model for young girls.
I believe that all of us are capable of achieving our dreams and goals no matter what it may be. You just need to remember that self-belief is your greatest weapon in achieving anything.Farah Ann via Coconuts KL
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Farah is just one among many inspiring women being featured by Barbie, also on the list is Malaysian squash champion Nicol David, Japanese tennis player Naomi Osaka, American actress, model and activist Yara Shahidi, Australian conservationist Bindi Irwin, and American filmmaker Patty Jenkins.
Though, at the time of writing, it is unclear if a Barbie doll has been made in Nicol’s likeness too.
Farah, Nicol, as well as Olympic diver Leong Mun Yee, bowler Shahlin Zulkifli, and speed skater Anja Chong were also celebrated by Barbie in March in conjunction with International Women’s Day as part of their “You Can Be Anything” campaign.

Imagining she can be anything is just the beginning. Actually seeing she can, makes all the difference. In conjunction with International Women’s Day, Barbie celebrates 5 female athletes who have brought Malaysia pride through their athletic achievements to spur inspiration in the next generation of young athletes!Barbie via Facebook
Farah is set to compete in the Tokyo Olympics next year and is the third Malaysian artistic gymnast to qualify for the multi-sport competition.


JB Tadika Hosts Colourful Drive-Thru Graduation For The Kids To Celebrate & Stay Safe

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A preschool’s creative graduation ceremony for their students went viral recently, with pictures of cars “dressed up” in full graduation decor.

To comply with current Covid-19 SOPs, Tadika Khalifat Elit in Johor Bahru opted to host their graduation ceremony via a drive-thru, which resulted in a quirky and extremely fun sight on the roads!
Cars showed up with strings of colourful balloons and large signage congratulating the children on completing their preschool studies. One car was even “wearing” a large mortarboard hat!
Kereta ni siap ada mortar board! (My aunty’s car 😛) pic.twitter.com/61DOT1wnU8— Alma Sofia Esperanza José Pura Candela (@Almazingg) December 6, 2020
Around 60 children took part in the graduation ceremony, accompanied by their parents, guardians, and teachers.
According to Alma, the person who posted the Tweet, one of the teachers came across a video of American schools hosting drive-thru graduation ceremonies and thought it was a great idea. The school then adopted the idea to celebrate and send-off their graduating class too, as they emphasise on celebrating all milestones big or small.
Kereta paling win! #tadikakhalifahelitjb #drivethrugraduation #johorbahru #johor #malaysia pic.twitter.com/SMcL0Fjcb1— teacherdee (@raudhahruds) December 7, 2020
Alma’s mother, a teacher at the school, notes that the effort to create a SOP-compliant graduation ceremony was so that the graduating children don’t miss out on a milestone event.
We want the children to feel loved, special and appreciated. We want them to remember their kindergarten moments forever and with fond memories.Alma’s mother, a teacher at Tadika Khalifat Elit, to TRP
The school still hopes to be able to host their regular annual concert that allows students, teachers, and parents to gather and mingle, but they will resort to a drive-through ceremony for as long as the pandemic persists.
It’s a lovely idea that the children will remember for a long time. it also just goes to show how far human creativity will go to ensure everyone has a good time!
My mum’s preschool had a “drive through “ graduation ceremony! What a concept! And look at the parents decorating their cars and errrthangggg! I nak kata over, tapi walao parents pun excited! Kita pun suka tengok! pic.twitter.com/5hrJL6LrIE— Alma Sofia Esperanza José Pura Candela (@Almazingg) December 6, 2020

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Becoming A Master Builder With Lego’s Bugatti Bolide & Ford GT

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Lego is one of the most iconic things of all time. Loved by generations of kids and adults alike, these simple yet ingenious toys let anyone turn plastic bricks, tiles and tubes into whatever they can imagine.

Over the years, Lego became a phenomenon that has not only influenced our playtime but also our pop culture.
So when Lego rang us up to give their latest line of Lego Technic vehicle sets a try, you can bet your bottom ringgit that I’d be the first in line to take on the challenge.
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Taking on the Technic
Unlike traditional Lego sets, the Lego Technic line introduces specialized pieces which let you build complex models with realistic functions and features.
Some Technic models also come with motorised functions that let you interact with, and make em’ look and feel more real.
From spaceships to supercars, these model kits come in a variety of designs that are both fun to play with and make for an appealing collector’s item and decoration to adorn your home or office.
The Bugatti Bolide and 2022 Ford GT models that I got were no exception, especially for the motorsport enthusiasts out there.
With their detailed design and intricate building process, both model kits are a great way to pass the time, whether you are looking for a fun activity for yourself or the kids.

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I woke up and built a new Bugatti
With it being my first time working on a Lego Technic set, I started my build with the smaller of the two kits, the Bugatti Bolide.
This model is a 1:16 scale replica of the mesmerising race car that made its official debut at the historic 100th anniversary of the 24-hour Le Mans endurance race in France just recently.
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Lego’s Bugatti Bolide came with a total of 905 pieces and included some lifelike features including a working 16-cylinder piston engine, steering wheel, scissor doors, and a striking, black and yellow colour scheme.
Straight out of the box, the kit included a booklet with building instructions and pieces that were neatly packed and separated into sections that made the assembly clear and easy.
But I found it way more convenient to follow the building guide provided on the LEGO Builder mobile app as it gives more detailed, step-by-step directions in 3D. With the app, you can rotate, and zoom in and out of each section of the build.

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The app also makes it easy to pause while building the model before getting right back to it because of the progression goals or checkpoints you gain as you complete each section of the kit.
Despite being a little intimidated by the number of tiny pieces that needed to be put together, I really enjoyed building the car and exploring all the little details and functions that it has to offer.
The build was challenging, but it wasn’t frustrating. Some pieces did take a little bit of elbow grease to fit together. And although I did mess up a couple of times during assembly. It was surprisingly easy and intuitive to repair those mistakes by referring to the 3D manual and with a lil’ ingenuity.

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I was also surprised by how long it took me to complete the set. From start to finish it took me around five hours over the course of two days to assemble the car. But, with some videos and music playing in the background, the car felt like it was completed in no time.
The finished model looks dope AF with its skeleton-like structure and the details that it has. My favourite part about it is that you can see each individual engine piston move up and down as you roll the car forwards or backwards.

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Fixing together a Ford
Learning from experience, I employed a pair of extra hands to complete the 1:12 scale replica of the 2022 Ford GT—a modern version of the emblematic GT40 that dominated race tracks like the Le Mans back in the 60s.
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Together with my younger brother, who is himself a master kit builder and enjoys assembling mechas as a hobby. We split the workload 50/50 and spent around seven hours completing the build.
This was super easy to do because the LEGO Builder app provides you with the option of building kits with up to four people so you can have fun together. All we needed to do was follow the instructions to assemble the car in separate sections before piecing it together as a whole.

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The 2022 Ford GT is definitely bigger and more intricate than the Bugatti. It has over 1400 pieces that, when completed, look amazing with its electric blue paint job and white racing stripes.
And the best part is, almost every part of the model car works as you’d expect it to. You can pop the hood open. Swing open the doors. Adjust the rear spoilers. See the engine move when you roll it around. Play with the steering wheels and the gearshift. And it even has functioning suspensions!

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Fun for adults & kids, but…
Both the Bugatti Bolide and 2022 Ford GT are fun and engaging model kits that adults can enjoy building and tinkering with just as much as kids can. But before you decide to buy em’ or any other design in the Lego Technic line, here are some of the pros and cons that I feel need to be mentioned:
Pros

The model looks great and is a faithful recreation of the cars in brick form.
The building process is challenging and engaging. It requires you to use your creativity and problem-solving skills.

Cons

The sets can be expensive. So it might be something you might want to get as a gift for someone or yourself only on special occasions.
It may be a bit too challenging for beginners, especially younger children. So they may require extra guidance and supervision.

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Overall, the Lego Technic Bugatti Bolide and 2022 Ford GT are great projects for the whole family and can sure provide hours of fun.

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CMCO In Nilai For Two Weeks Starting 28 October

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The government has decided to implement a two-week-long conditional movement control order (CMCO) in Nilai, Negeri Sembilan, starting from 28 October until 10 November.

According to Senior Minister (Defence) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob, the decision was made following the advice of the Health Ministry, due to a rise in Covid-19 cases among non-Malaysians in the area.
The standard operating procedures (SOP) for the CMCO will follow those used during the recent CMCO in the Klang Valley.

PKPB di Zon Nilai, Negeri Sembilan berkuatkuasa 28 Oktober hingga 10 November 2020 – Menteri Kanan Pertahanan. pic.twitter.com/47LzNZnrtT— MAJLIS KESELAMATAN NEGARA JABATAN PERDANA MENTERI (@MKNJPM) October 26, 2020

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960 Babies, Kids & Teens Infected With Covid In Sabah, More At Risk

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31 infants below the age of one, 297 children between the ages of one to five, and 632 kids between six to 17-years-old teenagers were among the 3,487 people who were confirmed positive with Covid-19 in Sabah on Thursday (26 August).
A spokesperson for the State Government said that the majority of cases, 2,240 to be exact, were patients between the ages of 18 and 59 while the rest were elderly individuals above 60-years-old.
The state was said to be facing an increase in the number of outbreaks, with as many as 1,992 cases detected just with contact tracing.
Several areas across the state have also been placed under an Enhanced Movement Control Order (EMCO) to limit the spread of the virus.
Pecahan kes #COVID19 mengikut negeri. Sejumlah 24,599 kes baharu dilaporkan. pic.twitter.com/96cnNEOlXJ— KKMalaysia🇲🇾 (@KKMPutrajaya) August 26, 2021
Children at risk
As of May 2021, it was reported that a total of 82,341 children across the country tested positive for coronavirus.
19,851 recorded cases were of children below the age of four, while another 8,237 cases involved kids aged five to six. A total of 26,851 cases were found in children aged seven to 12, while 27,402 cases were of those aged 13 to 17-years-old.
More and more kids are also said to be hospitalised with symptoms of Covid-19, with some needing ICU admissions.
However, former National Covid-19 Immunisation Program (PICK) Minister Khairy Jamaluddin announced recently that vaccinations for children between 12 to 17-years-old would begin in September, prioritising older schoolchildren and those with illnesses.

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31 bayi disahkan positif Covid-19 di Sabah
Covid-19: EMCO on 10 localities in Sabah from Friday (Aug 27)
More than 82,300 children in Malaysia have tested positive for COVID-19 so far: Health ministry
Children becoming more at risk


GWM Unveils Flagship Ora Good Cat With New Features At Malaysia Autoshow 2023

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At the recent Malaysia Autoshow 2023, Great Wall Motor (GWM) unveiled fresh perspectives of its popular flagship Ora Good Cat.

The electric hatchback, which was launched in November last year, caught the eyes of many visitors.
Just like its name, the Ora Good Cat features a design that may look simple at first glance but is actually sleek and unique.
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The Coral Blue Ora Good Cat was parked in a camping set up and displayed a dynamic body kit and a rooftop cargo box, demonstrating the adaptability of the fully electric car for both city driving and outdoor experience.
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The white Ora Good Cat at the exhibition showcased its never-before-seen athletic appearance and distinctive performance kit.
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Although both these cars may seem to have a feminine vibe, but eventually they grow on you. The sleek and attractive design does not just stop at the exterior but also apparent in the interior.
The car’s cockpit has a neat and fine suede leather finish with a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a seven-inch multi-information display that supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay as standard.
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There are two variants that was launched for the Malaysian Market. The 400 Pro and the 500 Ultra. Both have the same powertrain setup, which consists of a single electric motor driving the front wheels and produces 143 PS and 210 Nm of torque.
According to Paultan.org, the Ora Good Cat reaches 0-100 km/h in 7.9 seconds and has a top speed of 152 km/h.
The 47.8 kWh lithium-iron phosphate (LFP) battery is used in the 400 Pro model and provides a range of up to 400 km on the NEDC cycle (around 20% less on the WLTP test methodology). It requires eight hours to fully charge from a 6.6 kW AC outlet using a Type 2 connection.
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A 0-80% state of charge is achieved via DC rapid charging in 46 minutes. In approximately 40 minutes, 30-80% of the charge can be completed.
The 500 Ultra uses a 63.1 kWh version of the larger battery, a ternary lithium battery that provides a range of up to 500 km on the NEDC cycle and charges completely in around 10 hours using an AC outlet. Using DC fast charging at 60 kW, a charge from 0% to 80% may be completed in around 40 minutes.
The 400 Pro has a price tag of RM139,800 on the road excluding insurance while the 500 Ultra has a price tag of RM169, 800 on the road excluding insurance.
There’s an ongoing Purr-fect sales package, which offers a free home charger, an extended warranty plan, and other benefits. The incomparable package includes: free portable and home chargers; an 8-year/180,000-kilometer warranty on the power battery, electric motor, and motor control unit; a 5-year/150,000-kilometer warranty on the vehicle; and five free labour occasions (service maintenance) without further cost.

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7,289 New Cases: Another Record Just As Health DG Says ‘Brace For The Worst’

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Today, 25 May 2021, we broke yet another record for most new Covid-19 cases in a day, with 7,289 cases reported.

The previous record was broken on 20th May 2021, at 6,806 new cases in a day.
Terkini. 25 Mei. Kes tertinggi dilaporkan hari ini 7,289. #COVID19— KKMalaysia🇲🇾 (@KKMPutrajaya) May 25, 2021
Of the 7,289 cases today, Selangor recorded the highest number (2,642), followed by Kuala Lumpur (604), Johor (664), Sarawak (513), and Kelantan (425).
Health director-general Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah has urged the public to prepare for the worst, as Malaysia is facing an uptick in Covid-19 cases in an exponential fashion.
He notes that the trend of large jumps in cases could trigger a vertical surge.
Our daily Covid-19 cases are following an exponential trend as shown by the graph below. The rise of cases started from 1 April 2021 & could trigger a vertical surge. We need to prepare for the worst. Pl help us to stay at home. Only together we can break the chain of infection. pic.twitter.com/zMSoNEt4bf— Noor Hisham Abdullah (@DGHisham) May 25, 2021
Our hospitals are already reaching maximum capacity, and the large increase of Covid-19 patients is threatening to overwhelm the whole system.
Dr Noor Hisham urges all those able to work from home to do so and limit going out.
Those who would like to register for Phase 2 of the AZ vaccine can also do so.
READ MORE: CONFIRMED: AZ Phase 2 Vaccines Will Open For ALL Tomorrow

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Another Massive Water Cut In Klang Valley Today Due To Burst Pipe, 686 Areas Affected

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Klang Valley has been hit by another massive unscheduled water cut today due to a burst pipe at the Sungai Selangor Phase 1 Water Treatment Plant.

In a statement released at 6.30pm today, Air Selangor explained that water supply will be shut from 9pm tonight for repair works.
This means that 686 areas spanning Kuala Lumpur, Petaling,Gombak, Klang/Shah Alam, and Hulu Selangor are affected by the water cut.
Air Selangor estimates that repair works will be completed by 8.00 am tomorrow morning, 18 October, and full water supply restoration by 2.00pm tomorrow.
For the full list of areas affected by the unscheduled water cut, click HERE.
Areas in Petaling that’ll be affectedPicture Credit: Air Selangor
Areas in KL that’ll be affectedPicture Credit: AirSelangor
Areas in KL that’ll be affected (continued)Picture Credit: AirSelangor
Areas in Gombak that’ll be affectedPicture Credit: Air Selangor
Areas in Gombak that’ll be affected (continued)Picture Credit: Air Selangor
Areas in Shah Alam and Hulu Selangor that’ll be affectedPicture Credit: Air Selangor

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Junior Police Arrested For Alleged Rape Attempt On 19YO Girl In Ipoh Petrol Station

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A 23-year-old junior police constable has been arrested in connection with a rape attempt on a teenage girl that happened in Ipoh.

On 17 June around 2.30am, the officer allegedly made an attempt to rape a 19-year-old girl in a petrol station toilet at Jalan Tun Abdul Razak in Ipoh, Perak. She lodged a police report on the same day.
According to the police statement, the constable served at the Batu Gajah police station. The suspect will be remanded for 5 days from 18 to 22 June for further investigation.
The case is being investigated under Section 376/511 of the Penal Code (Rape Attempt).
The police said they take the issue of integrity and conduct of its personnel seriously and will not compromise on the misconduct of its personnel.
The public is also advised not to make any speculations about the case that could affect the investigation.

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MCMC Takes Down Twitter Account After 7 Year Old Posts Go Viral

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The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) temporarily suspended its Twitter account on 12 January after netizens stumbled upon some 7 year old weird and “un-MCMC-like” postings attached to the official @SKMM_MCM tweet handle.

After issuing a public statement reminding the public to be careful of what they express online about the enforcement of the Movement Control Order (MCO) and the announcement of a state of Emergency, the agency’s tweet handle reportedly became the target of social media users who began resharing a number of out-of-context and offensive postings made by the account dating as far back as 2013.
its official, mcmc tweets issa meme now pic.twitter.com/O7jbNjvIbz—             . (@aqifabidin) January 12, 2021
MCMC Archive: Post what you got below! pic.twitter.com/pVkmtFYHmi— malaysia was a mistake sukarno shouldve nuked us (@kuihsepotong) January 12, 2021
The Twitter account was later deactivated and the agency went to advise the public not to be influenced by the “suspicious, unsightly and defamatory” postings, explaining that the messages were not sent by MCMC and that their account had been “hacked by irresponsible parties”.

Not hacked?
As the issue went viral, one social media user later stepped up to claim that he was the original owner of MCMC’s official account before the agency apparently took it over.

https://twitter.com/NazruiHakim/status/1348972282786377729

Speaking to Malay Mail, 22-year-old Nazrul Hakim explained that he had sold his old Twitter account which had around 50,000 followers at the time to someone who had offered him RM1,300 for it.
Nazrul said that he had turned over his username and password to another individual after receiving an online payment and had not bothered to delete any of his old tweets before doing so. He also mentioned that he didn’t know that his old account would end up being one of MCMC’s official social media channels.
I was then just 15 or 16 years old. As a schoolkid, of course, I wanted to feel what it’s like to have money. By God, I did not know the account would become MCMC’s official account. I was just a kid, so surely there would be some nonsense, disgusting posts. But I now regret saying those things.said Nazrul via Malay Mail

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MCMC claims its Twitter account got hacked, but we are not convinced
MCMC goes ‘missing’ on Twitter after users find out account bought from teen for RM1,300, old posts not scrubbed
Eksklusif: Pendedahan Remaja Disebalik Ciapan Lama MCMC Yang Tular


Official MKN SOP For Phase 1 Of PPN As Of 20 August (In English)

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For your convenience, TRP took the liberty of translating the latest Phase 1 standard operating procedures (SOP) for the National Recovery Program (PPN) released by the National Security Council (MKN) on 20 August, which come into effect on 20 August 2021.

TLDR: The new Phase 1 SOP is similar to rules and guidelines listed in the previous Phase 1 SOP released on 16 August, except for a few minor changes.The most notable changes are:
Children under the age of 17 years are discouraged to go out. Previously children under 12 were not allowed to go to public places and facilities.Simplification of SOP for the fully vaccinated.Day markets and night markets are now allowed to operate.Outdoor sports and recreational facilities are allowed to operate.Picnics and camping are allowed.No vehicle capacity limit for the fully vaccinated.10KM travel restriction removed.
These and other changes are marked below in ‘orange‘.

Areas Involved
KEDAH, SELANGOR, NEGERI SEMBILAN, MELAKA, JOHOR, KUALA LUMPUR, AND PUTRAJAYA.
**For areas enforced by EMCO, the EMCO SOP in those areas is in force until the end of the EMCO.
Duration
Effective 20 August 2021 (12.01 am)
ALLOWED Activities
Permitted essential economic sectors.Acquiring or purchasing essential supplies.Getting healthcare or medical treatment.Performing official government duties.
PROHIBITED Activities
Inter-district and inter-state movement within NRP areas without permission from the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM)Movement and travel in and out of NRP areas without permission from PDRM.Activities listed in the ‘Negative List’.
Fixed Instructions
Regulation 16 PU(A) 293/2021.Act 342.Emergency (Prevention And Control Of Infectious Diseases) (Amendment) Ordinance 2021Subject to orders issued by the National Security council (MKN), the Health Ministry (KKM).Instructions and rules provided by Local Authorities (PBT).Subjected to reports made in the Hotspots Identification for Dynamic Engagement (HIDE) system and risk assessment by KKM.Other orders/instructions issued by the Health Department Director from time to time.

Fully Vaccinated
Individuals who have fulfilled these criterias are considered fully vaccinated:
For vaccines that require two doses (Pfizer, AstraZeneca, and Sinovac), 14-days after the individual received their second dose.For vaccine that require one dose (Johnson & Johnson, and CanSino), 28-days after the individual received their vaccination.
General Health Protocols
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Premises owners or licensees must provide QR code for MySejahtera check-ins or a book for manual customer attendance record.Hand sanitisers are provided at the entrance and must be used before entering the premises.The use of the MySejahtera app is a must except in places with no internet access. The use of a manual attendance log is only allowed in areas with no internet access or any other reasonable reason (elderly people, or people who don’t have smartphones, etc).Licensor and owner of the premises must make sure customers check-in to their location with the MySejahtera app or manually sign-in with their name and phone number if there is no internet coverage.Employers, employees, customers, and visitors must check-in using the MySejahtera app or manually with their name and phone number written clearly (if there is no internet coverage), before entering the premises including public or private office buildings.For shopping malls, supermarkets, or department stores, customers only need to undergo body temperature checks once at the entrance of the business complex, not at every store.Those with a body temperature above 37.5°C are not allowed to enter the complex or premises.Storeowners inside or outside a complex must ensure that only individuals with ‘Low-risk’ and ‘Casual Contact Low Risk’ status in their My Sejahtera app are allowed to enter the complex or each premises. Premise owners or licensees must ensure customers enter and exit a premise in a controlled manner and maintain physical distancing of at least 1-meter.Children under 17-years-old are discouraged from being in in public spaces and facilities.Licensor and owner of the premises must limit the number of customers/visitors on premises while taking into account the minimum 1-meter physical distancing rule.Each store/premise must display the number of customers/visitors allowed into the premises at a single time.  Using a ‘take-a-number’ system is encouraged.Check-in QR codes must be made available at all levels of the building.Workers, suppliers, and customers must wear face masks properly according to Health Ministry (KKM) guidelines while on-premises.Esure the VENTILATION AND THE VENTILATION SYSTEMS at the premises is in working order in accordance to the indoor ventilation and air quality guidelines put out by the Department Of Occupational Safety and Health.It’s a must for EVERYONE to wear face masks, ESPECIALLY in public and crowded areas, except when during the following activities/places;Hotel rooms or personally paid accommodation or with household/family members.Solitary workspace.Sports and recreational activities.Personal vehicle and with members of the same household.Indoor and outdoor public areas and places without the presence of other individuals.While eating and drinking in public without any other individuals (other than in restaurants or food premises).
Perks For The Fully Vaccinated
Crossing State & District Lines For Long Distance Couples (PJJ)
Married long distance couples are allowed to cross district and state lines for the purposes of meeting each other on the condition that both individuals are fully vaccinated, have PDRM’s approval, and these documents:Copy of the husband and wife’s identification card.Copy of wedding certificate/card.Copy of the husband and wife’s Covid-19 Vaccination card or Digital Certificate.Copy of proof of spouse’s residence or employer confirmation letter.Present the letter of permission that had been approved by PDRM when passing through roadblocks (SJR).
Crossing State & District Lines For Parents And Guardians With Long Distance Child (Under 18)
Parents or guardians with children under the age of 18 that resides in a different district or state are allowed to cross district and state lines to meet the child on the condition that both parents / guardians are fully vaccinated, have PDRM’s approval, and these documents:Copy of parents’ identification card and child’s birth certificate.Copy of parents’ / guardian’s Covid-19 Vaccination Card or Digital Certificate.Information about the child’s school (if applicable)Present the letter of permission that had been approved by PDRM when passing through roadblocks (SJR).
Citizens & Non-Citizens Returning / Arriving From Abroad
Citizen and non-citizen travelers, who have a residence in Malaysia (including PR and Malaysia MY Second Home), who returned or arrived from abroad, and are fully vaccinated, are allowed to undergo mandatory quarantine at home and given a Home Surveillance Order (HSO) that is subject to details issued by the Ministry of Health (MOH).Provide a valid proof of a negative RT PCR test result taken within three days before departure.  Have a valid Covid-19 Vaccination Certificate that is complete (depending on type of vaccine).Shows no symptoms during screening at the International Gateway.Have a suitable residence to carry out quarantine.Individuals who return / arrive from abroad and have not been fully vaccinated or not vaccinated, must to undergo quarantine at a designated quarantine center as well as subject to details issued by the MOH.The mandatory quarantine period for travelers from all countries is 14 days and can be extended for another 7 days if there is a need based on the results of the risk assessment conducted on the 14th day.
Religious Activities
Prayer activities in mosques and suraus for individuals who have been fully vaccinated are allowed and is subject to regulations and SOPs by the State Religious Authority.Prayer activities at Houses of Worship Other than Islam (RISI) for individuals who have been fully vaccinated is allowed and is subject to regulations and SOPs by the Ministry of National Unity.
Production & Construction Sector
For activities that are not listed in the Manufacturing and Construction Essential Services with the rate of fully vaccinated employees as follows are allowed to operate:40%: May operate at 60% capacity.60%: May operate at 80% capacity.80%: May operate at 100% capacity. An RTK Antigen test will be conducted on employees every 2 weeks. The cost shall be bared by the employers.
Mining & Quarrying
For the mining and quarrying sector with the rate of fully vaccinated employees as follows are allowed to operate:Under 60%: Allowed to operate with 60% employee capacity.60%: Allowed to operate with 80% employee capacity.80%: Allowed to operate at 100% employee capacity.An RTK Antigen test will be conducted on employees every 2 weeks. The cost shall be bared by the employers.
Trading & Distribution Sector
Customers who wish to engage with any of these services must be fully vaccinated. Vehicle wash.Electric and electronic shops.Home and kitchen appliances stores.Furniture shops.Sports equipment stores.Vehicle accessory shops.Vehicle distribution and sales centres. Morning and Farmers’ Market only.Clothing, fashion, and accessory stores.Jewelry stores.Barbershops and beauty salons (basic haircuts only).Owner of the premises must ensure that all customers who wish to enter their premises MUST present their Covid-19 Vaccination Card/ Digital Certificate as proof that they have been fully vaccinated.Parents/guardians who are fully vaccinated are allowed to bring their children, aged 17 and below, to the premises while following the general health protocol
Markets
Customers tho wish to engage with this service must be fully vaccinated. Day markets, farmers’ market, night market, and weekly markets are allowed to operate. Customers who wish to enter the market area MUST present their Covid-19 Vaccination Card / Digital Certificate as proof that they have been fully vaccinated.
Sports & Recreation
The use of sports and recreational premises and facilities are LIMITED to individuals who are FULLY VACCINATED only for all non-contact individual sports and recreational activities for the purposes of health, fitness, and training while maintaining minimal physical distancing of 2 to 3 meters from 6am to 8pm and is done in the same area. Permitted activities at the premissi/facility includes swimming, equestrian, shooting, tennis/badminton (singles), golf, motoring, and alike.The operations of all commercial outdoor and semi-outdoor sports and recreational facilities including swimming pools/water sports and recreational facilities (open and semi open) with compliance to 60% user/area capacity WITH supervision. Employee attendance is limited to 60% including management and operations staff. Users of the facilities are those who are FULLY vaccinated only. Individuals who are fully vaccinated are also allowed to bring children aged 17 and below for above-mentioned activities with strict SOP.The operations of all commercial outdoor and semi-outdoor sports and recreational facilities including swimming pools/water sports and recreational facilities (open and semi open) are subject to the local authorities (PBT) and relevant authorities. Dining-in ate restaurant and cafe within the premises are allowed. However, showers room facilities are not allowed.
Picnics & Camping
Picnics and camping activities in the same district are allowed. Individuals who are fully vaccinated are  allowed to bring children aged 17 years and below for said activities in compliance with strict SOP.
Movement & Travel
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Inter-district and inter-state travel (based on district boundaries specified by State Governments) are not allowed except for long distance couples, long distance children, and individuals with approval from KKM and PDRM.PDRM are responsible for implementing control over local areas of infection with help from the Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM), the Malaysian Civil Defence Force (APM) and the People’s Volunteer Corps (RELA). Entrances to NRP areas are closed and guarded by PDRM.Vehicle capacity with fully vaccinated individuals is based on vehicle’s capacity. For them travel is allowed.However, for those who have not been fully vaccinated:Only two (2) people from each household will be allowed out in order to obtain food, necessary supplies and medicine in areas within 10km of their residence.A maximum of three (3) people – including patients – are allowed out to acquire medical and healthcare services, medicine, Covid-19 test screenings, vaccination, safety or in the case of emergencies.Only two (2) people – including the driver –  are allowed to travel in taxis and e-hailing rides. Passengers must be seated in the back seat.The number of passengers allowed to travel in commercial vehicles and transportation involved in the economic supply chain (except worker transports like busses and vans) will depend on the vehicle registration license.The number of passengers allowed in Department Vehicles or Official Government vehicles will depend on vehicle capacity.All airports and seaports services and activities are allowed to operate for 24 hours a day.Unloading activities involve non-essential goods in factories – factories are limited to delivery and receipt of goods or cargo in existing stockpiles for import and export purposes only with a limited number of employees. This can be done from 8 am to 8 pm on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.The loading and unloading of essential goods are not limited by the rules (above) and can operate as normal.Sea and land public transport services such as ferries, busses, express busses, LRT, MRT, ERL, Monorail, and others are allowed to operate at 50% vehicle capacity. (operational hours and frequency are to be determined by the Transport Ministry (MOT)).Travel in cases of death, natural disasters, and other emergencies are allowed with prior permission from PDRM.Travel for disaster or humanitarian aid/relief by non-governmental organizations (NGO) must obtain the permission of the State Disaster Management Committee (JPBN) or District Disaster Management Committee (JPBD) of the affected area. The aid must be channelled through the Disaster Operations Control Center (PKOB) in the area.Travelling across district and state borders for Covid-19 vaccinations at Vaccination Centers (PPV) outside of your district/state of residence is allowed by presenting your appointment details provided on the MySejahtera application, website or text message (SMS).Members of Parliament (MP) and Assemblymen (ADUN) are allowed to travel across district and state borders in order to visit their constituents without organizing a formal event.Inter-state travel for long-distance married couples is not allowed.Short-term business traveller under the One-Stop Center (OSC) initiative is allowed with prior permission from PDRM.
Jobs
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Public Sector
Implement the Work From Home (WFH) policy fully, except for frontline services, security, defence, and enforcement.Attendance at the office is only allowed for necessary services and cannot exceed 40% of manpower needed at any given time with PRIORITY given to tasks that cannot be done by WFH suah as: contractual payments, invoices, wages, payments, distribution of monthly assistance (periodically), maintenance, premise security, ICT and technical management for systems services and online meetings as well as preparing documents for the Cabinet of Ministers.Government service counters are allowed to operate physically from 1 July 2021 involving:Services that cannot be done online.Counter staff capacity does not exceed 50%.Customers may only be present through scheduled appointments.Attendance to the office must be accompanied by formal documentation and a work pass.
Private Sector
All service sectors that have been approved by associated Ministries or Agencies can operate within the PPN period – subject to associated Ministry’s approval letters issued starting 1 June. Employee movement is subjected to registrations, operation approval letter, work pass, or employer confirmation letter.The capacity of employees in attendance (to the workplace) for the private service sector – including management and operations – is LIMITED to 60%.
Meetings
All meetings must be conducted online.
Seminars, Workshops, Courses, Training, & Talks
Seminars, talks, training, courses, and workshops are not allowed, except, ongoing in-service training programs – conducted via Camp Based Training at the training facilities.Online seminars, talks, training courses and workshops are allowed.Critical interviews that must be done is allowed via face-to-face and online.
Economy
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Business & Services
Restaurant operators including in hotels, sports and recreation club houses, eateries, food stalls, food trucks, roadside hawkers, travelling hawkers, food courts, hawker centres, roadside food stalls or kiosks are allowed to operate between 6 am and 10 pm – only via takeaway, drive-thru, or deliveries.Dine-ins as well as park-and-dine (drive-ins) are not allowed. Grocery shops and convenience stores are allowed to operate between 8 am and 8 pm.Daily necessities stores such as hardware stores, workshops, baby goods stores, and religious item stores are allowed to operate between 8 am to 8 pm.Healthcare services such as clinics, hospitals, and medical laboratories can operate for up to 24-hours or according to operating permit license.Petrol stations can operate from 6 am to 8 pm. Stations located on highways CAN operate for 24-hours.Supermarkets, hypermarkets, and departmental stores are open from 8am to 8pm.Pharmacies, personal care stores, convenience stores, and mini marts are allowed to operate from 8am to 8pm.Veterinarian clinics and pet shops are allowed to operate from 8 am to 8 pm.Laundromats (including self-service) and optical stores are allowed to operate from 8 am to 8 pm. Self-service laundromats must have employees at premises to maintain SOP compliance.
Markets
Daily markets and public markets are allowed to operate from 6 am and 2 pm with permission from Local Authorities (PBT), compliance to SOP, and supervision from RELA or PBTs.Regulated Fresh Markets (PST) are allowed to operate from 7 am to 12 pm.Permanent Farmers’ Market (PTK), MyFarm Outlet (MFO), and Farmer Association Complex (PPK) CAN operate from 6 am to 4 pm.Wholesale markets are allowed to operate from 12.01 am to 6 am and 11 am to 4 pm – subject to permission from PBT with compliance to SOP and supervision from RELA and PBTs.Day markets and farmers’ markets are allowed to operate from 7am to 11am. Night Markets and weekly markets are allowed to operate and is subject to local authorities (PBT) with compliance to SOP and supervision from RELA and PBTs.Customers who wish to enter the day market, farmers’ market, night market, and weekly market area MUST present their Covid-19 Vaccination card/Digital Certificate as proof that they have been fully vaccinated.
Mining & Quarrying
Supply of minerals and supporting  materials including their movement from mines or quarries to premises or sites of major public infrastructure construction projects and works building construction is allowed in this SOP.The supply of cement and its movement to the premises or sites of major public infrastructure construction projects and building construction works are permitted in this SOP.Mine and quarry maintenance works are allowed based on Mining and Quarrying SOP.The operation of mines and quarries is allowed and is subject to Mining and Quarrying SOP.
Agriculture, Fisheries, Farmin, & Commodities
Refer to the List of Essential Services by Sector that are allowed to operate.Fishing for subsistence is allowed.
Education
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All schools under MOE, private educational facilities that are categorized as schools, and education centres like tuition centres, language centres, practical skill centres, guidance centres, and other facilities registered under MOE will be closed.Face-to-face teaching and learning (PdP) activities are not allowed and has to continue using the Teaching and Learning at Home (PdPR) method.Only students in international/expatriate schools that are participating in international examinations are allowed to be physically present and sit for examinations as scheduled by the international examination bodies.All public and private Institutes of Higher Learning (IPT), Vocational Training Institutes, schools not managed by the Education Ministry (MOE), Islamic tahfiz facilities, and other educational facilities are CLOSED. IPTs under the management of the Higher Education Ministry (MOHE) are continued through online sessions.Face-to-face teaching and learning (PdP) activities are not allowed except for IPT students ‘in need’.International examinations, professional bodies, and research activities that require the use of laboratories at IPT facilities are allowed in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOP) provided by IPTs along with permission to travel/move by KPT or the IPT in question.Students in boarding schools, universities or other institutions are ALLOWED to remain there and continue ‘hybrid’ learning.
Kindergartens, Nurseries, Daycares, And Nursing Centres
Local/international/expatriate, public or private kindergartens, tabika, taska,  day care centres and child development centres for 4 to 6 year-olds are not permitted to operate, except, if both of the child’s parents are frontliners and work in essential services.Residential care centres or rehabilitation centres for children, people with disabilities (OKU), seniors, women, and various other care centres are allowed to operate in accordance with the SOP determined by associated Ministries and Agencies.
Religious Activities
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Muslim prayer activities at mosques and ‘suraus’ are allowed for those who are fully vaccinated.‘Akad Nikah’ or solemnization are allowed to take place at the State Religious Authority/Department offices – attendance will be determined by each respective state’s religious authority.Muslim funeral processions are allowed according to regulations provided by State Religious Authority.Attendance and activities at non-Muslim places of worship are allowed for those who are fully vaccinated is subject to regulations and SOP by the Ministry of National Unity.Marriage registrations for non-Muslims at the National Registration Department (JPN), places of worship, and religious associations are allowed – attendance is subjected to regulations made by JPN.Funeral processions for non-Muslims are allowed with regulations set by the National Unity Ministry (KPN).
Sports & Recreation
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For individuals who are not vaccinated or fully vaccinated, sports and recreational activities performed individually are allowed in open areas including in public parks with adherence to physical distancing guidelines of at least 2 to 3 meters and performed within own neighbourhoods from 6 am to 8 pm. Activities include  jogging, cycling, exercise,  skateboarding, inline skating, and alike.The operation of all indoor sports and recreational facilities is LIMITED to the purposes of management (finance, maintenance, and the like) only with no more than 30% of the workforce including management and operations.Centralized training programs including tournaments or quarantined closed matches conducted by the National Sports Council (MSN) will be conducted via Camp Based Learning.Centralized quarantined training programs conducted by State Sports Councils will be conducted via Camp Based Learning.Quarantine-based training program for teams in the Malaysian Football League (MFL) using the Camp Based Training model.Closed Malaysian Football League matches organised by the Malaysian Football League (MFL) using the Sports Bubble model without the presence of spectators or supporters.
Creative Industry
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Production and broadcasting of creative content via recordings or live broadcasts involving animation, film/drama/promotional/sitcom production and alike, dance/theatre/musicals/cultural performances are not allowed, except if conducted online or private live streams.Recorded or live broadcasts of informational, news, forums, and talk shows (non-entertainment) are allowed.
Other Activities
Picnic and camping activities for individuals who are not fully vaccinated are not allowed.
ANY ACTIVITIES NOT LISTED IN THIS SOP WILL NOT BE PERMITTED.

List of Essential Services Permitted To Operate
Food and beverages (including animal feed).Health and medical care including dietary supplements, care products as well as veterinary clinics and services.Water.Energy.Security (security and safety), defence, emergency, welfare, and humanitarian aid.Solid waste management, public cleaning/sanitation and sewerage.Transportation by land, water, or air.Port, shipyard, and airport services and operations, including loading, cargo handling and piloting, and the storage or packing of commodities.Communications including media, telecommunications, and internet, post and courier services as well as broadcasting (for the purposes of news and alike).Banking, insurance, takaful, and capital markets (subjected to Financial Services SOP by Bank Negara Malaysia – manpower capacity limited to 60%).Pawnshops and community credit facilities.E-commerce and information technology.Production, distillation, storage, supply, and distribution of fuels and lubricants.Hotels and accommodation (only for the purpose of quarantine, segregation, employment for necessary services – not tourism).Critical construction, maintenance and repair.Forestry and wildlife services (limited to enforcement).Legislation and the judiciary.Lawyers and commissioners of oaths.Accounting services.Professional services and consultants (subject to professional body regulatory authority)Logistics limited to delivering necessary services.
List of Essential Services By Sector
Production (worker capacity 60%)
Aerospace (components and maintenance, repair and overhaul – MRO).Food and beverages.Packaging and printing materials related to food and health materials.Personal care items and detergents.Health care and medical products.Personal care items, personal protective equipment (PPE) including rubber gloves and fire safety equipment.Components for medical devices.Electrical and electronics (crucial to the global economic chain).Oil and gas including petrochemicals and petrochemical products.Machinery and equipment related to health and food.Textiles for PPE production.Production, distillation, storage, supply, and distribution of fuels and lubricants.
Agriculture, Fisheries, Farming, & Commodities (Optimum Worker Capacity)
Agriculture, fisheries and farming (livestock) including its chain of activities/services.Plantation and commodities including its chain of activities/services (palm oil, rubber, pepper, cocoa).
Construction
Critical maintenance and repair work.Major public infrastructure construction works.Building construction work that provides complete employee accommodation on the construction site or having workers stationed in Centralized Labour Quarters (CLQ).Construction managed by G1, G2, G3, and G4 grade contractors.Construction of government funded projects.Land surveillance work.Professional services/consultants involved with permitted construction work.Services in the supply chain involved for construction works that are allowed to operate.
Trade & Distribution
Without Vaccination Condition
Shopping malls are effectively CLOSED, except for supermarkets, hypermarkets, and departmental stores INCLUDING all necessary services listed.Supermarkets, hypermarkets.Department stores.Pharmacies, personal care, variety stores, and mini marts. Restaurant.Laundry (including self-service)Pet care and pet food stores.Optometry and optical goods store.Hardware store. E-commerce (all product categories).Wholesale and distribution (all categories of necessary service products).Vehicle workshop, maintenance, and spare parts.Other Specialty Retail Stores (gas stations).Books and stationery shops.Computer and telecommunication stores.
With Fully Vaccinated Condition
Vehicle wash.Electric and electronic shops.Home and kitchen appliances stores.Furniture shops.Sports equipment stores.Vehicle accessory shops.Vehicle distribution and sales centres.Morning and Farmers’ Market only.Clothing, fashion, and accessory stores.Jewelry stores.Barbershops and beauty salons (basic haircuts only).
Others
Any services, employment, industry, business set by the Government after consulting with the authorities that regulate such things.
*ACTIVITIES NOT LISTED IN THIS SOP ARE NOT PERMITTED

Negative List – Prohibited Activities
Economic Activities
Spas, reflexology centres, massage centres, wellness centres, as well as manicure and pedicure services.Cybercafes and internet centres.Driving school/centre, maritime, and aviation training centres.Photography.Casinos, horse race tracks, and lottery centres.Alcohol breweries and liquor stores.
Social Activities
Formal or informal, governments or public sector events.Social events such as; festive celebrations, ‘kenduri’ or feasts, events, engagement parties, wedding receptions, Aqiqah, Tahlil, and ‘doa selamat’ events, anniversaries, birthdays, reunions, retreats, and other social gatherings.Having guests or visitors at one’s residence, except, in cases of emergencies or for item deliveries.Face-to-face seminars, workshops, courses, training, conferences, talks, exhibitions and meetings, incentives, conventions and exhibitions (MICE).
Tourism & Cultural Activities
Public tourist attractions such as; zoos, farms, aquariums, edutainment centres, extreme, adventure, nature parks, and others.Art, cultural and heritage centres such as; museums, libraries, art galleries or cultural heritage villages, performance stages, and others.Theme parks, family entertainment centres, indoor playgrounds and karaoke places.Tourism activities across district or state boundaries.International and domestic tourism activities by locals and domestic tourism activities involving foreigners entering Malaysia.
Sports & Recreation Activities
All team and contact sports and recreational activities.All sports and recreational activities that is done indoors.The attendance of an audience or supporters at a sports or recreational venue. Organizing local and international tournaments or competitions or matches EXCEPT indoor or indoor competitions / tournaments organized by MSN and league matches of teams under MFL.Sports and recreational activities conducted outside of or across PPN enforcement areas, EXCEPT with permission from PDRM.
Creative Industry
Performances at hotel lounges.Indoor or outdoor busking (except at PPVs).Activities at nightclubs or pub.Activities at the cinema.Indoor and outdoor filming.
Other Prohibited Activities
Any activities that involve mass gatherings, that can and may complicate/hinder physical distancing efforts as well any other activities, by order of the Health Department Director.Other matters will be determined by the government from time to time.

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AGC Decides No Charges Against Terengganu MB For Alleged MCO Violation

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After police investigations over possible Movement Control Order (MCO) violation, Terengganu Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar and 14 others have escaped charges.
Malay Mail reported that the Attorney Generalâ€™s Chambers (AGC) instructed no further action (NFA) into the case.
According to Terengganu state police chief Datuk Roslee Chik, the police completed investigations on 15 people, including Terengganu Umno Liaison Committee chairman and former Terengganu MB Datuk Seri Ahmad Said, for the alleged MCO violations under Section 6 of the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases Act 1988.
The important people there are the YB menteri besar and the former menteri besar; the rest of the people who attended the gathering, the DPP (deputy public prosecutor) decided not to charge them.Datuk Roslee Chik, Terengganu state police chief.
Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar,  Terengganu Menteri Besar, at Terengganu police headquarters on 19th April to give his statement.(Credit: Facebook)
Rolsee told Malay Mail that the investigation papers from AGC arrived today with NFA instructions, but he did not specify the reason behind the decision.
The group were lambasted online after Dr Ahmad Samsuri shared pictures of his visit to Ahmad Saidâ€™s home on 17th April. Several other individuals were also seen in the background.

Terima kasih banyak YB Dato' Seri Ahmad Said yg menerima kunjungan saya hari ini, Jumaat 17 Apr 2020 dan seterusnya menikmati makan tengah hari bersama. Alhamdulillah kami dpt berbincang dlm suasana ceria harmoni tentang suasana semasa di Terengganu dan Malaysia. pic.twitter.com/ptdIt6pjDk— Dr Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar (@DrAhmadSamsuri) April 17, 2020

After the backlash, Ahmad Said justified that the home visit was to discuss important matters on distributing aid to the needy,Â  while volunteers from the Kijal state constituency were there arranging donations to be handed out.
Earlier today, Deputy Health Minister Datuk Dr Noor Azmi Ghazali, Perak executive councillor Razman Zakaria and 13 others were charged in court and fined RM1,000 for violating the MCO after having a group meal in Lenggong on 18th April.

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[Watch] ‘Meteor’ Over Kuching Was Actually Falling Debris From China’s Long March 5B Rocket

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A few people in Sarawak managed to see a massive piece of space junk – apparently from the Chinese Long March rocket – as it crashed down to earth hours ago.

According to The Star, the US space agency NASA said the 22.5 tonne core stage of the Long March 5B rocket re-entered the Earth’s atmosphere over the Indian Ocean at approximately 12.45am on Sunday (31 July).
Netizens from Sarawak thought they were witnessing a meteor before finding out what it actually was.
In the videos, the falling remnants of the space junk looked like a big spaceship approaching Earth.
Hanif (@hanifDaslepzz) said an explosion was heard over Kuching an hour before spotting a long streak of clouds.
Kuching Sarawak.. meteor or apa pic.twitter.com/HJzN1zbOJ6— hanifDaslepzz ➐ (@hanifDaslepzz) July 30, 2022
meteor spotted in kuching! #jalanbako 31/7/2022 pic.twitter.com/ff8b2zI2sw— Nazri sulaiman (@nazriacai) July 30, 2022
What’s the Long March 5B rocket?
The Long March 5B rocket blasted off on 24 July to deliver a laboratory module to the new Chinese space station under construction in orbit.
It’s China’s third flight of its most powerful rocket since its maiden launch in 2020.
Should anyone worry about falling debris?
Based on the Malaysian Space Agency (MYSA)’s latest update, some of the smaller debris ended up around the Sulu Sea.

Previously, MYSA announced that any debris from the rocket was unlikely to land in Malaysia.
MYSA explained in a statement that the location of the debris re-entry can’t be predicted accurately until a few hours prior to re-entry.
In many cases, the forecast will vastly vary due to the change in the object’s physical characteristics during re-entry, including location and speed.
MYSA added that most of the debris (about 70% of it was water) would be burnt during re-entry into the Earth’s atmosphere while smaller fragments would land on Earth.
An astrophysicist and satellite tracker Jonathan McDowell from the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics said the video from Kuching implied that it was high in the atmosphere at the time.
McDowell added that the debris would land hundreds of km down the track, possibly near Sibu, Bintulu, or even Brunei.

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Want A Free McChicken This Merdeka? Then Get Ready To Do The “Merdeka Chant”

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Here’s some good news for fast-food fans this Merdeka.

In conjunction with the National day and the end of their Drive-Thru Carnival, McDonald’s Malaysia will be giving out 60,000 FREE McChicken burgers on 31 August 2021 at 202 Drive-Thru outlets nationwide.
3 Merdeka Chants = 1 McChicken Voucher
Wait, it’s not as simple as showing up. But it’s not that hard either.
All you have to do to receive your free McChicken voucher is to:
Visit any McD Drive-Thru on 31 AugustWave a Malaysian FlagShout “Merdeka” 3 times at the order window
Et voila!
But please, for the love of SOPs, leave those masks on when proudly chanting “Merdeka”, even if you are in your car.
And speaking of SOPs, if you are there to do more than just claim your free burger voucher, use your Visa Contactless card to pay because if you do, every minimum purchase of RM25 at the Drive-Thru is eligible for free  French Fries (M) and 100Plus Zero.
Stay within a reasonable distance from your home
Want to know where the closest Drive-Thru is? Click here, select your state and filter by Category: Drive-Thru.
Disclaimer!
In case you are hoping to get a free meal after chanting Merdeka three times, we did say you’d be receiving a voucher.
Also, note that this giveaway will be on a first-come-first-serve basis limited to the first 300 cars per drive-thru location. It is also limited to ONE voucher per car per transaction and is only valid for redemption at the NEXT purchase.

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[Watch] Multiracial Volunteers Cleaning Hindu Temple After Floods Warm Malaysians’ Hearts

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A few days ago, Malaysians were humbled to see a group of non-Muslim volunteers helping to clean a mosque in Klang, Selangor, following the floods.

The volunteers helped to mop the outdoor prayer area and tidy up the furniture in the mosque.
READ MORE: [Watch] Non-Muslim Volunteers Cleaning Up Masjid After Floods Make Malaysians Proud & Humbled
Not too long after, another video that showed volunteers from Universiti Islam Antarabangsa (UIA) helping to clean a Hindu temple in Taman Klang Utama warmed the hearts of netizens.
The volunteers, consisting of students of the university, helped scrub and wash the floors of the Sri Maha Mariamman temple.
  @nallan.dh Semangat rakyat Malaysia tak kira bangsa dan agama. Bersama sama berganding bahu membersihkan kawasan kuil ❤. Ini baru Malaysia 🇲🇾#klangbanjir #foryourpage #bangsamalaysia #tiktokmalaysia #klangberduka ♬ Sedih – Instrumental – Asraf Studio
The video was shared on TikTok by Klang parliament coordinator for Parti Bangsa Malaysia Nallan Dhanabalan.
He praised the volunteers for helping each other regardless of race and religion.
The video was also shared by Malaysian cartoonist Zunar who used the video to show an example of the people taking care of one another.
Lagi satu contoh RAKYAT JAGA RAKYAT. Rakyat Malaysia dari berbagai agama dan bangsa bergotong royong bersihkan kuil. pic.twitter.com/R3vcLOMFeg— Zunar Cartoonist (@zunarkartunis) December 24, 2021
Netizens were touched by the kindness shown in the video.
Many netizens exclaimed that videos like these show the spirit of true Malaysians.
The spirit of the true MALAYSIAN. 👍👍— pyan 👌👌 metalmilitia (@Matpian10) December 24, 2021
Salute to all of u..this is what a real Malaysia should be..and been..— David Billa (@gerrardvirs5) December 24, 2021
Majority of Malaysians shares the same sentiment and feelings of togetherness regardless of race until the politicians interferes. Stay strong as #Malaysian #TanahAirKu #KitaJagaKita #DoNotDonateToGoverment— SK Balan (@balan_sk) December 24, 2021
A netizen said it was a blessing as Malaysians to be able to depend and count on each other in trying times.
“Bagai aur dgn tebing”Haritu sebak tgk Gurdwara Sahib sediakan tempat solat utk Muslim volunteers. Today sebak tengok non Hindus tolong bersihkan templeNikmat kita sebagai Malaysians lah ni. Meskipun ahli politik kita tak boleh diharap, rakyat bangkit utk tlg sesama sendiri https://t.co/SyZWAHK1vM— 🐼JoeYangSederhana🐼 (@amrashrv_) December 25, 2021
Based on the comments, the uplifting video was a much-needed reminder that there’s still hope for the future in Malaysia.

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Malaysian Team Vying For Champion Title At 2023 Pastry World Cup In France

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Congratulations are in order to our Malaysian team (Charles Lim and Pui Teng) for winning the Asian Pastry Cup in October 2022 and simultaneously getting a direct ticket to the Pastry World Cup 2023 or also known as Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie 2023 (CdM).

Malaysian Team Send Off
On 9 January, Debic Malaysia organized a send-off event for our four Malaysian representatives that are going to be contending against 20 countries to create world-class pastries this 20 & 21 January 2023.
Our Malaysian candidates are:
1. Chef Kean Yap (Team Coach)2. Chef Mun Pui Teng (Team Captain & Sugar Candidate)3. Chef Charles Lim (Chocolate Candidate) 4. Chef Goh Jun Wei (Ice Candidate)
For your information, Malaysia previously won the 2019 Pastry World Cup themed ‘Nature, Flora and Fauna’. Two of the champion chefs, Otto Tay and Loi Ming Ai, went on to become Debic Ambassadors later on.
We had a chance to taste the three award-winning desserts by 2019 Malaysia National Pastry Team which were the Chocolate Dessert named La Nature, the Plated Dessert called La Floraison and the Frozen Fruit Dessert called Le Papillon respectively.
La Nature (left), La Floraison (middle) and Le Papillon (right). (Credit: Melissa Suraya Ismail / TRP)
Besides that, we also spoke to this year’s Team Captain, Chef Pui Teng about her team’s preparations to go for the world stage and her personal baking tips.
Usually having around 6 months to plan and prepare the menu for the competition, the team is left with only two months this time, after the delay of the  Asian Pastry Cup 2022. Two months is actually quite a short time span for them and it’s quite rushed.
Nevertheless, they will try their best to use their creativity to make Malaysia proud again for this CdM 2023.
In my opinion, apart from persistence and consistency, what’s important to me in making the best desserts are local fruits. Because we are a tropical country, we use our local fruits to bring out the Malaysian flavours and that’s what makes it unique. My go-to ingredients that I would use in making pastries are also fresh fruits because they’re fruity and refreshing. Chef Mun Pui Teng, Team Captain & Sugar Candidate
When asked about a specific tip for pastry lovers and chefs out there wanting to follow in her footsteps, Chef Pui Teng just gave a very simple but meaningful quote that she personally holds on to.
“Practice makes perfect!” she stated.
The send-off ceremony (left) and the menu (right) by our chefs that was presented at 2022’s Asian Pastry Cup. (Credit: Melissa Suraya Ismail / TRP)
The Malaysian team will be leaving for Lyon this Thursday (12 January) and for that, we wish our talented pastry chefs all the best!
The proud sponsor, Debic
For your information, FrieslandCampina is one of the top five dairy producers in the world and they have a lot of brands under it, including Dutch Lady Professional, Debic and others. Debic, a dairy brand for professionals in the baking industry has been sponsoring the Pastry World Cup for more than 20 years now.
This time for the international competition, Debic Malaysia is sponsoring our Malaysian team to the CdM and in an exclusive interview with TRP, Ms Ramjeet Kaur Virik, the Managing Director of Dutch Lady Milk Industries Berhad wishes the team’s success in the competition.
The thing that I’m really looking forward to in the competition is seeing the creativity and innovation that will be produced by these chefs. I am also interested in seeing how their creations will meet the ‘Climate Change’ theme. We just want them to have fun and also focus on showcasing their creativity on the international stage without worrying about which products or which good ingredients to use. Ms Ramjeet Kaur Virik, the Managing Director of Dutch Lady Milk Industries Berhad
Pastry World Cup
Started in 1989, Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie (CdM) or the Pastry World Cup is an international competition in Lyon, France, happening every two years where 20 teams from countries across the world vie for the Pastry World Cup Champion title.
Three winners from the continental round groups (Europe, America, Africa, Asia, Middle East), three winners from the previous CdM as well as wildcards will combine the number of participating countries to 20.
From the left: Chef Charles Lim, Chef Kean Yap, Ms Ramjeet Kaur Virik, Mr Majid Zaman, Chef Mun Pui Teng and Chef Goh Jun Wei. (Credit: Melissa Suraya Ismail / TRP)
Each team consists of 4 members with one coach and three participants. The three pastry chefs consist of an ice cream specialist, a sugar expert and a chocolate maker.
Participants would have to work smart and hard for 10 hours to create 42 tasting desserts and 3 artistic pieces before presenting them to the judges with this year’s theme, Climate Change.
From frozen lollipops and ice sculptures to chocolate artistic pieces and sugar artistic pieces, their skills and talents are both tested. For more info on the dessert challenges, visit here.
For more info on the competition, visit Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie’s website.

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Another Vaccination Centre Closes Down For ‘Coordination Of Duties’

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The industry vaccination centre (PPVIN) at Midlands Convention Centre in Shah Alam’s Section 7 was closed today (6 August) for coordination of duties regarding the vaccination of industrial workers.

This comes after a minute-long video went viral showing droves of people in long queues close to each other disregarding basic SOPs for physical distancing.
In the reposted video that comedian Harith Iskandar shared on his Facebook, hundreds or possibly thousands of foreign workers could be seen in lines that extended beyond the PPVIN’s perimeter.
(Credit: Screen capture from video by @akbarsaharie)
Harith wrote in his post that “17 months into this pandemic and people STILL don’t care/know about the BASIC SOPs of SOCIAL DISTANCING”.
Given the type of vaccination centre it is and its target demographic towards migrant workers, the comedian stressed that those who are trying to blame the “foreigners” to not comment as it is about education and common sense.
System does not work
General sentiments Netizens had were that the system of having walk-ins is ‘wrong’.

One Netizen said to look at the people behind the system:

And of course, there were more than a handful to put the blame on #KerajaanGagal like this Netizen:

To which Harith replied that he understands the anger but despite who is in power, people will always be quick to blame the government.
At the end of the day, this Netizen echoed Harith’s post and sums it up best:

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i-Sinar Payout Starts On 2 March, Says EPF

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Payments for i-Sinar applications will start on 2 March – for applications submitted before 25 February.

Based on an announcement made by the Employees Provident Fund (EPF), the applications will be progressively approved in batches.
This includes applications that are still awaiting approval, before the improvised i-Sinar facility without criteria was implemented.  The EPF appreciates members’ patience while this process is under way. Members who continue to see an unchanged application status may recheck their status on subsequent days.Employees Provident Fund
They also said that applications for the simplified approval will be opened beginning 8 March 2021 for all other members below the age of 55, subject to their available Account 1 balance.
READ MORE: EPF Rolls Out Simplified Approval For iSinar, Starts On 8 March
This includes non-Malaysian EPF members. New applications will be processed within five (5) working days of submission, after which members may check their application status and payment date.Employees Provident Fund
Starting 8 March 2021, EPF said that members can also amend their application details such as amount to be withdrawn, bank details, address, telephone number, and payment method on i-Sinar Online.
However, you may want to think twice about this
But, as Malaysians rush to take out their retirement savings, their EPF accounts show they’re not prepared for the bad times, even before the pandemic swept the country.
Based on reports by NST, the Federation of Malaysian Consumers Associations (Fomca) said that although it might ease some burden now, eventually it will have a negative effect in the future as their Account 1 savings will be insufficient to sustain them through retirement.
It’s also reported that 67% of Malaysians are unable to meet a minimum of RM240,000 in savings upon retirement, which according to Fomca’s Chief Executive Officer Datuk Paul Selvaraj, is a dangerous situation.
Introduced by EPF, the Basic Savings was revised to RM240,000 on 1 January 2019 as the minimum target that members should have upon reaching 55.
Basic Savings refers to the amount that’s considered sufficient to support members’ basic needs for 20 years after they’ve retired, which is from age 55 to 75 based on the Malaysian life expectancy.
Sivaraj also said that some 42% of Malaysians are solely depended on Account 1.
This is a dilemma as whatever savings they have will be little and may be exhausted within two to three years. The money channelled to Account 1 is a form of forced savings and in principle, should not be touched until one’s retirement. However, with 30% of Malaysians said to have withdrawn close to all of their savings, it shows how unready we are for emergencies.Fomca Chief Executive Officer Datuk Paul Selvaraj via NST
As for Account 2, Sivaraj said that some 60% of members were expected to use the money from that account, which was meant for home purchases, medical and education expenses.
Besides urging the government to play an active role in educating the people on the importance of retirement savings, especially among young workers, he said Malaysians should be aware of alternative retirement savings like the Private Retirement Scheme (PRS), which would complement the contributions to EPF.

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Car Fell Into a Sinkhole? We Tell You Who Pays For It

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So, you were literally driving your car along the road when suddenly a sinkhole appears in front of you. You try your best to avoid it but inadvertently fail and end up falling in.

Now you’re hurt, and your car is damaged.
One of the questions that might come to mind is: “How am I gonna pay for the medical bills and repairs to my car?”
That’s a very relevant question.
The answer depends on many factors, the main factor being where the sinkhole appeared, with why it appeared also being an important factor to consider.
Another famous sinkhole happened at Bukit Bintang in 2014.(Credit: Malay Mail)
File your complaint & claim for damages to the organisation responsible for the road
So, if the sinkhole appeared on the PLUS highway, then the body responsible would be the highway concessionaire.
If the sinkhole appeared on a road under the jurisdiction of the local council, then the local council will be responsible.
Meanwhile, if the sinkhole appeared on the road under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Works (Kementerian Kerja Raya, KKR), then it would be their responsibility.
TIP: If you aren’t sure which road belongs to whom, roads belonging to the local council usually have names. Like Jalan Maharajalela or Jalan Pinang for example. Both of which fall under Kuala Lumpur City Hall’s jurisdiction (Dewan Bandaraya Kuala Lumpur, DBKL).
On the other hand, main roads that connect to a highway or a trunk road usually belong to KKR.
If it happened on a road in KL city, your case likely falls under Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) jurisdiction.(Credit: Edge Prop)
The next thing that could make or break your case is WHY the sinkhole appeared
This is important because although technically the Mayor of KL can’t stop you from asking for compensation or taking legal action against them, whether or not your claim will be successful depends on the results of an investigation conducted by an insurance adjuster and the decision of the courts.
According to DBKL’s FAQ page, if your damages were caused by something out of their control like natural disasters, for example, then they probably aren’t gonna compensate you.
If the sinkhole was caused by Godzilla, we can’t help you.(Credit: Astro Awani)
What if the sinkhole wasn’t caused by “nature”, but by a burst water pipe belonging to SYABAS?
Although the premise may seem complicated, it’s actually still really simple. You still claim it from whomever’s jurisdiction the road falls under.
According to Shah Alam City councillor Muhammad Shakir Ameer Mohideen, the local council will deal with SYABAS internally.
Despite [the local council reporting that the cause was a burst pipe belonging to SYABAS] technically you can still file a claim from [the local council] as they’re in charge of the roads. But, [the local council] will claim from SYABAS. So, the dealing between [the local council] and SYABAS will be internal. They’ll deal among themselves. Legally its between you and DBKL.Muhammad Shakir Ameer Mohideen to TRP
Based on some reports of sinkholes in KL that we’ve seen, they seem to usually be caused by burst water pipes.(Credit: KL China Press)
This should be applicable for both vehicle damages and/or medical expenses.
But, as we said earlier, whether or not you get compensated really depends on the factors of the case and whether or not you can prove that your case falls within the organisation’s requirements.
In the case of the yellow MyVi which fell into a 3 square metre sinkhole on Jalan Maharajalela on Sunday night (24 Nov 2019), the driver of the MyVi can easily prove that the cause of the sinkhole was a burst SYABAS pipe as it has been widely reported in the news.

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SEGA Releases 90s Classic Games Online For Free

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Feeling bored with your usual choice of video games? Got nothing new to play since the implementation of the movement control order (MCO)? Bored at the office after your boss forced you to come in today?
Well, Sega is allowing everyone to play a number of their classic video games, including Sonic 2, Aladdin, the Mortal Kombat Trilogy, Street Fighter II and Super Mario World for free on their website!
Here are 5 recommended video games on the website.
Sonic 2
(Credit: Sega)
Sonic 2 was released for the Mega Drive and the Sega Genesis back in 1992. Unlike its predecessor, Sonic 2 offered a two-player mode which introduced Sonicâ€™s sidekick, Tails.
Once players successfully collect seven emeralds, Sonic could be transformed into Super Sonic, making the quick hedgehog invincible for a few seconds.
Mortal Kombat Trilogy
(Credit: Sega)
Created by Midway in 1996, Mortal Kombat Trilogy was the second update to Mortal Kombat 3.
This game featured new moves and an â€œAggressorâ€ bar, which, when full,Â  turned characters faster and stronger. It also unlocked new ways to strike opponents with a fatal blow.
Aladdin
(Credit: Sega)
Aladdin was released for Mega Drive and Genesis in 1993. Several versions of it were subsequently developed for the Game Boy, NES, and Playstation 4.
The game has players navigating the famous Disney character through different levels. Aladdin can defend himself from enemies using his scimitar and pelt them with apples.
Street Fighter II: Champion Edition
(Credit: Sega)
Street Fighter II was developed by Capcom in 1992 and released for arcade systems, the Super Nintendo and Segaâ€™s Mega Drive and Genesis.
The competitive â€œstreetâ€ fighting game saw characters Ryu and Ken deploy their own distinctive attacks, the â€œHadoukenâ€ and â€œShoryukenâ€.
Super Mario World
(Credit: Sega)
Released in 1992 for Super Nintendo, this legendary game was a worldwide phenomenal success.
The game sees Mario and Luigi come together to rescue Princess Peach who had disappeared in Dinosaur Land while fighting Bowser. During their adventure, the two run into Yoshi, a small dinosaur who has the ability to eat enemies.
Have fun!

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