Immigration Department Extend Working Hours Up To 10pm

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Due to the increasing demand for international passports following the reopening of the borders on 1 April, the Immigration Department will be extending its counter operation hours until 10pm beginning today.

According to the Immigration Director-General Datuk Khairul Dzaimee Daud, the decision was made to ensure a smooth operation at the Immigration Department offices across the nation.
“We expect congestions at the immigration offices and may extend the counter operation period for up to three months,” he told journalists after inspecting and meeting customers renewing their international passports at the office of the Kuala Lumpur Immigration Department, last night.
There will be six Immigration Department offices that will be operating until 10pm – Putrajaya, Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Johor, Negri Sembilan and Melaka – while the operation hours in Penang, Kedah, Perak, Kelantan, Terengganu and Perlis were extended until 6pm.
Meanwhile, Khairul Dzaimee reiterated that the department had adequate supply to cater to new applications and renewals of Malaysian international passport.
READ MORE: Immigration: 970,000 Passport Books Prepared For Renewals
“We have a supply of 1.2 million passports and this is estimated to be sufficient until June.
“On Friday (6 May), we issued 165,449 passports and, as at 7pm (yesterday), we recorded 208,607 passports which saw an increase of over 40,000 passports issued in five days,” he said.
He advised the public to make applications online to speed up the application process and reduce congestion at the counters.

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PM Says Racially Charged Politics Have No Place In M’sia, This Is How Netizens React

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Malaysian netizens are criticising Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin over his comment on racial politics recently.

Muhyiddin, during a dialogue session at the MakmurBersama @ Kuala Lumpur Town Hall event yesterday, said that racially charged politics should not be allowed to continue being practised in a multi-racial country like Malaysia.
However, he did also recognise that there’s a possibility it cannot be “erased totally”.
On Twitter, Malaysian netizens are calling Muhyiddin out over this statement.

https://twitter.com/simtzetzin/status/1311164521403150336

https://twitter.com/the_pillai/status/1310955880096165889

Twitter users were pointing out that Muhyiddin’s political party, Perikatan Nasional consisted of Malay-only members, adding that race-based politics would continue as long as political parties in the country were formed on the basis of race.

A bit difficult, if not downright impossible, to eradicate identity politics in this country when all three major political parties of the ruling coalition practise one form of (hardline) exclusionary politics or another, n'est-ce pas? https://t.co/wjgAk2r4kC— Mikhail Hafiz (@IMMikhailHafiz) September 30, 2020

A few also said it was a rich statement coming from Muhyiddin as they recalled that the current Prime Minister once stated that he was not Malaysian first, but “Malay first”.

During his speech, Muhyiddin reportedly acknowledged that racial tensions persist in Malaysia, though he attributed it to dissatisfaction in the distribution of wealth among the people.
For example in the issue of wealth distribution, the Malays being the largest component in Malaysia may think they are still not sufficiently uplifted despite having the New Economic Policy back then and they required more.Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin via Malay Mail
According to Muhyiddin, the important question now is what can the Perikatan Nasional government do to address the aforementioned shortcomings without being seen as taking racially-motivated measures.
When asked if race-based politics could threaten the aims of the Shared Prosperity Vision 2030 (SPV 2030), Muhyiddin explained that this was the reason why SPV 2030 was introduced in the first place.

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Frenchman Wearing Pink Wristband In Langkawi Will Undergo Quarantine At Health Clinic

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The Frenchman spotted at Langkawi International Airport (LIA) yesterday wearing a pink wristband has been ordered to undergo his quarantine period at the Ayer Hangat Health Clinic in Langkawi.

This latest update comes after news outlets yesterday reported that the man was allowed to undergo quarantine at his home.
According to Langkawi district police chief Supt Mohd Iqbal Ibrahim, the Health Ministry has ordered the man to undergo quarantine at the health clinic instead of at his rented house at Pantai Chenang.
Yesterday, Mohd Iqbal said his team discovered that the 64-year-old man had been screened for Covid-19 by Health Ministry staff at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) when he arrived there at 8.25am on 20 August.
The results of the investigation revealed that the man, who is working from home in Langkawi, boarded a Qatar Airways plane from Paris to Doha, Qatar and then reboarded the plane to KLIA yesterday.Supt Mohd Iqbal Ibrahim via Malay Mail
The results of the test were negative, and the man then continued his journey to LIA and arrived around 3.30pm. Following that, he was then sent to the clinic for his mandatory 14-day quarantine.
He’ll then have to visit the Kedah Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre (CPRC) on 1 September for his second Covid-19 swab test.

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Yes, You Still Need To Apply For A Business License For Your IG Side Business

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During the MCO, many people lost their jobs. Even more reported a loss in income, particularly women. In an effort to make ends meet, ever entrepreneurial Malaysians are turning to the internet to earn some money, namely through small online businesses.
You may know of some people who have started to sell things online, such as baked goods or handcrafted items. While such resourceful thinking helped many pull through the MCO, some have found such joy in their business that they are sticking with it long-term.
After all, it seems pretty easy, right? Have a product, take nice photos, and upload it to Instagram. No paperwork involved.
You might even have bought stuff from online sellers to support them through these times.(Credit: Freepik)
However, microbusinesses on social media platforms are still considered a business as it involves monetary transactions and profit, and every such business must have a business registration to be legal.
This means that all budding entreprenuers must sign up and register their business with Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM) to conduct legal business online or offline.
The good news is that registration is super easy and inexpensive!
To register a new business will only cost you RM60 and a quick trip to the nearest SSM office. After you register your business, you can rest assured and focus on growing your business!
Everyone can start their own business now!(Credit: Free-Photos/Pixabay)
Those operating a business without a valid registration are doing so illegally and can face a fine not exceeding RM50,000 or imprisonment of up to two years or both!
So why risk jail time and the fine? Just head over to the SSM website for more information on registering your business and being one step closer to a fully-fledged entrepreneur.

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Do Your Part! No More Childish Name Calling In Parliament

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Members of Parliament (MPs) make laws, debate public policy, represent their constituents, and in general, are the voice of the people.

But what happens when MPs misuse their power by using belittling remarks like “bocor”, “kok” and “balik tongsan” in Parliament? At the moment, nothing except leaving the rakyat feeling frustrated and embarrassed of such behaviours.
READ MORE: MPs Called Syed Saddiq “Budak Kecik”, Teresa Kok “Amoi”, & Khairuddin “Saviour” In Parliament
Though instances of name-calling have made more headlines in the last year or two, it has actually been happening for 15 years!
The All Women’s Action Society (AWAM) has compiled some of the racist and sexist comments going as far back as 2007.
         View this post on Instagram            A post shared by All Women’s Action Society (@awammalaysia)
In summary, sexist comments referring to a woman’s menstrual cycle have been made along with other sexist, racist, ableist and ageist comments by MPs.
Improving code of conduct among MPs
AWAM is now calling on the rakyat to do their part by completing a survey to let them know your thoughts about our MPs’ behaviour in Parliament.
The survey will help the independent non-profit group in engaging with Parliament on improving the code of conduct among MPs.
1,000 respondents to make a difference
AWAM has said there needs to be at least 1,000 respondents so that engagement with Parliament will be more concrete with more data on the public’s perception.
Fill the survey out now: https://forms.gle/KHPHjonHnsrkHGyCA
Responses are being gathered from now until July 18 which will then be used for near-future engagements with Parliamentarians on improving the code of conduct in Parliamentary sessions.
AWAM has also launched a social media campaign involving MPs to call on the public to participate in the survey with 3 videos already released and more to come.

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Incomplete Submission Forms Blamed For Unpaid Covid-19 Allowances For Sg Buloh Hospital Frontliners

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Incomplete submissions of forms has been cited as a probable reason for unpaid Covid-19 allowances to Sungai Buloh Hospital medical staff after allegations caused widespread outrage online.

Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Adham Baba told Malaysia Gazette that maybe it was due to incomplete submission of necessary documents, saying that there have been instances where medical frontliners have forgotten to submit complete documents.
He explained that all medical staff have to send complete forms and documents to claim the special Covid-19 allowance, and subject to the Finance Ministry’s approval.
Credit: Yusof Mat Isa/Malay Mail
READ MORE: Contract Medical Officer Pleads For Better Treatment From Malaysian Health Ministry
Later during the Covid-19 press conference, Health Director-General Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah said that he was only made aware that the situation affected medical frontliners at some hospitals.
I was told it was not all the hospitals, but some officers, and I was told the submission of the claims were not complete.Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah, Health Director-General.
Both Dr Adham and Dr Noor Hisham stress that the Health Ministry is looking into the matter.
I think we need to look into the details and facilitate this as soon as possible as this is not right to our officers on the ground, especially the frontliners.Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah, Health Director-General.
On Monday, 24 August, healthcare news portal CodeBlue published an anonymous plea by a medical officer relocated to Sungai Buloh Hospital in March for Covid-19.
Credit: NST
The medical officer (MO) revealed that they haven’t received their relocation allowance, June on-call allowance and June Covid-19 claims.
The junior doctor also alleges that superiors have threatened to terminate their contacts if they attempt to make the issue viral.
READ MORE: Sg Buloh Hospital Frontliners: We Have Not Received Our Allowances Since MCO Started In March
Sungai Buloh Hospital is the referral point for Covid-19 cases across the nation.

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Dokumen tidak lengkap mungkin punca MO Hospital Sg. Buloh tidak dapat elaun
https://codeblue.galencentre.org/2020/08/24/relocation-on-call-and-covid-allowances-still-unpaid-sg-buloh-hospital-medical-officer/


Experience A Heist Of The Century! ‘Money Heist Korea’ Is Here In Malaysia & It’s FREE To Join

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Money Heist lovers, listen up! If you love the original Spanish Money Heist series, you’ll love the new Korean version of it.

The show has the same storyline, the same characters, and the same red jumpsuits, but with a unique Korean dramatic twist!
It features the fictional story of the two Korean countries (South Korea and North Korea) joining hands and printing a new unified currency to signify their fresh union.
Conveniently, the union is done in an area called the Joint Economic Area (JEA).
In conjunction with Netflix’s Money Heist: Korea released on 24 June, Netflix Malaysia is joining in on the heist with our very own real-life JEA invasion in KL!
If you don’t know where to find the place, just look for a mansion that looks like this. You won’t miss it, we promise you. (Credit: All Is Amazing / Netflix Malaysia)
You can join the heist too!
Experience how a heist works first-hand at Jalan Batai in Bukit Damansara. And the best part is, everything is free!
You’ll be given a red jumpsuit and a mask (which you get to keep) and plenty of cool photo opportunities!
To join in on the heist, you’d need to register online, HERE, and book your slots. NO WALK-INs are allowed!
You’ll receive an email detailing the time, rules and location of the heist, and all that’s left to do is to show up and have a good time!
The Professor’s class. (Credit: All Is Amazing/ Netflix Malaysia)
Every activity from planning the heist (Heist 101 classroom with the Professor), the treasure hunt (Tokyo’s room), the computer-hacking (Rio’s room), the money-printing (Nairobi’s room), the code-cracking (the vault), to the celebratory win at the end, can be experienced at Malaysia’s JEA branch.
It’s best to come in a group for more fun.
But hey, even if you’re a lone-ranger, no worries, you’ll be placed into groups of 5 to 6 people to enjoy the full experience.
Tokyo’s (left) and Rio’s (right) room. (Credit: All Is Amazing / Netflix Malaysia)
And each group will be given 30 minutes to complete the heist.
Please keep in mind that for each sign-up, you’d only be registering for one person. So if you wanna bring friends, make sure all of them register with the link.
JEA Malaysian Branch is open to the public from 25 June – 10 July from 6 pm – 10 pm on weekdays, and 10 am – 10 pm on weekends.
Nairobi’s room (left) and the vault (right).(Credit: All Is Amazing / Netflix Malaysia)
Same-same but different series
In this new remake of Money Heist, South Korea and North Korea are friends (well, almost) that are on the verge of unification.
The new-Korean government have plans on creating a new currency and is storing valuable treasures at a place called the Unified Korea Mint (UKM).
(Credit: All Is Amazing / Netflix Malaysia)
A group of thieves codenamed: Berlin, Tokyo, Moscow, Denver, Nairobi, Rio, Helsinki, and Oslo who are led by a person known as “The Professor” are aiming to steal 4 trillion won from UKM — making it the biggest heist in history.
Witness how the plot thickens and how the two unified countries deal with this ultimate heist.
Catch the heist on Netflix airing this 24 June.

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Zahid Hamidi’s Daughter Called In For Questioning For MCO Violation

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In the latest episodes of Malaysian VVIP “caught” during the nationwide Movement Control Order (MCO), the eldest daughter of Umno President Datuk Seri Dr. Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, is being called in by the police to testify for allegedly breaching lockdown restrictions.
Datuk Nurul Hidayah Ahmad Zahid was previously called out by Malaysians for being out and about during the MCO, on what the consensus points out to be, non-essential, unofficial business.
In a series of postings made on her personal Instagram account, Nurul Hidayah had shared images of herself and her husband Datuk Saiful Nizam Mohd Yusoff, visiting the Religious Affairs Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zulkifli Al-Bakri at his office in Putrajaya.
Nurul Hidayah seen presenting the minister with a Sambal giftbasket.(Credit: Instagram/@nurul.zahid)
Apparently the couple had met with the minister to discuss matters relating to Islam, and the â€œfrustrationsâ€ and â€œanxietiesâ€ of the Muslim community.
During the same day, the couple also shared their encounter with Deputy Environment Minister Datuk Dr Ahmad Masrizal Muhammad, who Nurul Hidayah described as a long time family friend, for unspecified reasons.
         View this post on Instagram            A post shared by Nurulhidayah Ahmad Zahid (@nurul.zahid) on Apr 19, 2020 at 10:25pm PDT
In addressing criticism and concerns by the public on her outdoor activities during the MCO, Nurul Hidayah had essentially insisted for the rakyat to lodge an official police report, if her actions were in violation of the lockdown.
“No one is above the law. If anyone thinks that I’ve violated the MCO by visiting the minister and deputy minister on official business, please come forward and make a police report. I’m ready to cooperate. This is not about politics or who’s invulnerable. Courage in the face of truth!”, writes Nurul Hidayah in a posting on Instagram.(Credit: Instagram/@nurul.zahid)
It is reported that Nurul Hidayah and her husband are expected to provide a statement to PDRMâ€™s D5 Classified Criminal Investigation Unit at Bukit Aman on April 24.
Additionally, as far as weâ€™ve checked, Nurul Hidayah and her husband hold no official positions within the Perikatan Nasional governmentâ€™s administration.

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Health DG Is Sassing Malaysians Online Due To Sharply Rising Covid Cases

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Tan Sri Dato’ Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah has been sassing netizens on Twitter, alluding to the possibility of a second Movement Control Order (MCO) lockdown.

How about all stay at Home for awhile again?— Noor Hisham Abdullah (@DGHisham) September 30, 2020
It appears that the lax way Malaysians have been treating interstate travel is of concern to the Health DG, particularly as Malaysians return to other parts of the country from Sabah.
We have never quarantined anyone coming back from a red zone of interstate travel in our country, unless they are close contact to a positive case or symptomatic. If they are negative & not a PUI or PUS we advise compliance to SOPs, Self regulation and Self quarantine— Noor Hisham Abdullah (@DGHisham) September 29, 2020
While a few days ago, Malaysians were alarmed that returnees from Sabah would not need to undergo quarantine if they tested negative at the airport, yet the government stood by the decision.
However, it seems that in his Tweets, Dr Noor Hisham does not seem to agree with the decision, citing that doing so will lead us ‘back to square one’.
All returnees from Kedah should be quarantined although red zone Only in Kota Star and despite tested negative? Sounds Like back to square one of mco— Noor Hisham Abdullah (@DGHisham) September 30, 2020
Rates of positive Covid-19 cases are skyrocketing in Malaysian states again. In fact, the rate of transmission of the virus is much higher than the rate in Sabah.
Graf nilai Rt di atas menunjukkan bilangan kes-kes baru mengikut negeri untuk membantu menjelaskan perubahan tren Rt.Rt Malaysia: 1.25Rt Sabah: 1.26Rt Kedah: 0.65Rt Selangor: 1.95Adalah penting masyarakat perlu mematuhi SOP serta langkah2 intervensi yg tetapkan oleh KKM pic.twitter.com/1xwzGE49EZ— Noor Hisham Abdullah (@DGHisham) September 30, 2020
The R0 for Selangor has already crossed the critical threshold of 1.6. The country is veering dangerously into the possibility of a second lockdown.
It’s no wonder that Dr Noor Hisham, who has been at it 24/7 since the first lockdown 7 months ago, is starting to get a little salty that the cases have risen sharply again.

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Is It Worth It To Dig In To Cajun Seafood This Ramadan?

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We were invited to try out the Ramadan menu by Ombak Kitchen, a local restaurant chain that has made a name for itself with a very focused product offering: Louisiana-style seafood boils with Cajun sauce.

Louisiana-style seafood boils are prepared rather differently than what most Malaysians are used to.
The seafood is boiled in seasoned broth then tossed with the sauce of your choice (cajun, buttermilk, zesty lemon, chili crab, spicy coconut curry) before being served directly on the table sans plates. Diners are provided plastic bibs and are encouraged to dig in directly with your hands!

The Taste Test
Fans of Ombak Kitchen won’t have to worry as their Ramadan menu still serves their signature Louisiana-style seafood boil. Like usual, their menu will provide a set amount of seafood suitable for the number of people dining together.
However, the Ramadan menu also includes appetizers with your meal in addition to a drinks and dessert buffet line!
The main set meal. This is the Shifaa set suitable for 2-3 pax.(Credit: TRP)
The tables are set with wax paper, then the seafood is poured directly onto the middle of the table. The Cajun sauce, thick with butter with imported Louisiana spices such as cajun, paprika, and lemon pepper, coats the seafood boil perfectly with plenty left for dipping.
The Shifaa set comes with large prawns, slipper lobster, blue mussel, white squid, with a side of potato, corn, and rice suitable for 2-3 pax. The appetizers are cheese baked oysters, breaded chicken wings, and sweet potato.
The seafood is flavourful and fresh, but the Cajun sauce is what gives the seafood fighting spirit. Strong, spicy, and savoury, the sauce makes you want to dig in with big mouthfuls of seafood and rice. Forget everything you assumed about seafood being a ‘light’ meal. This one isn’t light by any means.
Left: a large prawn coated with Cajun sauce. Right: an assortment of delicious seafood.(Credit: TRP)
The large, meaty seafood options certainly help. The extra large prawns are fat and luscious while the squid rings are tender and bouncy. Each seafood goes extraordinarily well with a generous scoop of rice and sauce.
While it may not seem like much, there definitely is enough for everyone, and you will feel pleasantly satisfied and full by the end of your meal. (And if not, there is always more food to eat at the buffet line!)
Help yourself to a generous assortment of Malay kuih and fruits.(Credit: TRP)
The Verdict
If you are a huge fan of Cajun-style seafood or if you have older children, teenagers, or adult friends who would find the fun in eating saucy seafood with bare hands and getting really messy together, then Ombak Kitchen is definitely worth a visit.
The experience of dining with your hands and digging into seafood is a fun experience best enjoyed with great company, after all.
Their branch in IOI City Mall, Putrajaya, is beautifully located next to the water fountain for a gorgeous view. They also have branches in Bangsar and Bukit Jelutong as well.(Credit: TRP)
However, try to open shells and the like separately away from the main seafood spread and your rice. Some of the seafood, while being shelled open, may release some dirt, and you don’t want that getting into your rice.
The large prawns that we tried had grey matter in its head which was rather unpleasant to look at, but the body of the prawns were perfectly fine and the meat delightful after cleaning it out.
Of course, having a free flow of drinks and Malay kuih for a decadent end to a meal is also delightful, especially if you do enjoy free-flow buffets.
The Ramadan menu is available the entire month of Ramadan. For more information, check out their Facebook page here.

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Ringgit To Get Smaller As DHL Express Increase Courier Prices By 7.9%

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Malaysians are getting less for their money as products get smaller and prices get higher.

Starting 1 January 2023, DHL Express, the international express service provider, will increase the average price for its courier services.
DHL Express said the price adjustment for shipping services would increase by 7.9% compared to 2022.
If any consolation, the price hike is also affected by other countries where DHL Express operates.
DHL to hike prices in India by 7.9 % in 2023. This is the highest price increase in five years. Story for @businessline . @DHLExpressIndia Read ⬇ https://t.co/c38CPxzQPa— Aroosa Ahmed (@iAroosaAhmed) September 23, 2022
Julian Neo, Managing Director, DHL Express Malaysia, said 2022 has been a turbulent year with unstable market conditions, which are indeed very challenging for global trade.
However, we have proven our ability to offer stable and reliable services to our customers around the world. With the annual price adjustment, we are able to invest in our infrastructure and technology to ensure resilient, sustainable, and world-class customer solutions.Julian Neo, Managing Director, DHL Express Malaysia on the rationale behind the price increase.
Neo said the improvement would include state-of-the-art aircraft and vehicles and expanding hubs and gateways to meet increasing customer demand.
DHL Express will invest in green and more sustainable solutions, such as Sustainable Aviation Fuel and electric vehicles.
Prices are adjusted on an annual basis by DHL Express, taking into deliberation the inflation and currency dynamics, as well as administrative costs related to regulatory and security measures.
Depending on local conditions, price adjustments will vary from country to country.
Is Malaysia In Inflation Now?
The price hike by DHL Express will be unpleasant news for the people.
Malaysia’s inflation increased 3.4% to 127.4 in June 2022 as against 123.2 in the same month of the preceding year.
READ MORE: Massimo Bread Price Increase: KPDNHEP Asks For Justification
The food index expanded by 6.1 per cent and remained the major contributor to the rise in inflation during June 2022.
The rising prices of goods due to inflation have put an additional burden on the community, and some even have to eat less to ensure they have enough money to go by.
This inflation is affecting not only Malaysia but the whole world.
'Apple says it will increase App Store prices across Europe & in some Asian markets next month as currencies weaken against the strong US$.All countries using the Euro, Sweden, South Korea, Chile, Egypt, Malaysia, Pakistan, Vietnam, & Japan will be affected by the price hikes.' https://t.co/4Vr8Mdf9lg— Brandon (@b3108) September 20, 2022
Money Not Enough
So how to deal with it?
Firstly, we can reduce purchasing goods whose prices have increased to cover our daily expenses or look for discounts and bargains so we can meet our monthly budget.
Aku kena puji promotion @McDMalaysia ni, dikala harga barang makanan tgh naik, syarikat ini buat promo sampai 40% diskaun. Salute mekdi. Terima kasih sebab bagi harga murah! Now soalan cepumas, bila mau bukak 24 jam daaa https://t.co/alCyFidRvf— PARPUKARI™ (@ParpuKari) September 26, 2022
Secondly, add other income so that we can still afford to buy the goods in question even in prices continue to rise.
We can also invest in assets with returns that outpace the inflation rate, such as real estate.

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Men Who Do House Chores Have Higher IQ, Better EQ, And More Sex

No one actually likes to do chores, but itâ€™s something that just has to be done.
But according to Dr Huang Wei Li from Taipei, men should be proactively doing more house chores because there are many positive health benefits for them.
Theyâ€™re more efficient and better at time management
Men who do their chores after returning home from work tend to be better at efficiency and time management.
They juggle responsibilities almost all day and still need the time and energy for chores.
They have higher EQ
Letâ€™s be real: chores can often be frustrating. Have you ever tried to remove a really stubborn stain?
Men who do chores learn to control their frustrations and problem-solve better. They also tend to shake off work-stress better and are not as easily agitated.
Real men don’t stress, they just take it out on house chores.(Credit: Freepik)
Theyâ€™re more proactive and determined
Men who often do chores will realize that things just need to be done. Even if you donâ€™t feel like it, dirty dishes do not clean themselves.
As a result, they learn to push past temporary laziness and will be more determined to complete chores sooner rather than later.
They are more emphatic
Everything seems simple and easy until you do it. Men who do chores understand the difficulties and effort needed to complete them.
As such, they are less likely to nit-pick or express dissatisfaction over small matters, because they are more emphatic to the struggles and hardships of others.
Plus, it’s easier to talk things out with them. (Credit: Freepik)
Theyâ€™re healthier
Many of us living a sedentary lifestyle can agree that we are sitting or laying down for 90% of our lives. From work to our commute to our downtime, more often than not we are sitting down.
Men who do chores are healthier by being more active at home, and tend to be happier and live longer. It is really unhealthy to sit or lie down immediately after eating, so you might as well get some chores done while you exercise!
Theyâ€™re happier and calmer
Men who do chores have a higher quality of life (naturally). They live in a cleaner, tidier environment and are more likely to take care of their health and bodies.
Clean house, happy house.(Credit: Freepik)
This leads to better rest, which leads to a boost in positive and calmer moods.
They have more sex
I mean really, what did you expect? Studies show that couples who share chores have more sex than everyone else.
When men do the chores, women feel much more satisfied in the fair relationship, and are more welcoming of sexual activities. Itâ€™s a win-win situation!
P.S. For the men who have a significant other: you know what they say, a happy wife = happy life! And for those who are still searching: men who willingly do chores are very, very sought-after!
P.P.S. All women already know this. Weâ€™ve been trying to get men to do chores all our lives. Why do you think weâ€™re so good at stuff?

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More MPs From Sabah & Sarawak? Here’s Why Not Say Analysts

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Political analysts cast doubt that Sabah and Sarawak will see an increase in the number of their Dewan Rakyat representatives anytime soon.

According to Prof James Chin of the University of Tasmania Asia, while the move would be popular among the people in Sabah and Sarawak, he doubts that it will be agreed to by the Malay political establishment from the Peninsula Malaysia.
“Most of them take the position that after the Constitution amendment, Sabah and Sarawak should not have asked for anything anymore for some time.
“Of course, this is what people in Sabah and Sarawak expected but the Malay political establishment in Peninsula will not agree to this,” James said in a WhatsApp reply to TRP.
Prof James Chin of of the University of Tasmania Asia. (Credit: Choo Choy May/Malay Mail)
He also added that it would take some time for the Election Commission (EC) to complete the redelineation process for the move to materialise.
“Although it’s popular, in practice it was not going to happen anytime soon,” added Chin.
Meanwhile, another political analyst Dr Azmi Hassan said that it is unfair for the Peninsula Malaysia demographic if the numbers of MPs representing them were to be decreased inside the Parliament.
“Normally, a parliamentary constituency was drawn based on the population and the size of the constituency. For example, Sarawak (the largest state in Malaysia) has 31 parliamentary constituencies, which is the highest number compared to other states.
“The government should be careful (when dealing with this matter) as there is no provision inside the Constitution allowing this. We also cannot use the 1963 Malaysia Agreement to give more seats to Sabah and Sarawak,” said the senior fellow at the Nusantara Academy for Strategic Research (NASR).
Azmi also said that Sabah and Sarawak should instead look to increase the number of state assemblymen inside the states if their respective governments are concerned with the well-being of their people.
Senior fellow at the Nusantara Academy for Strategic Research (NASR) Prof Dr Azmi Hassan. (Credit: New Straits Times)
“The main duties of MPs inside the Parliament are to discuss and to enact laws of the country, not for certain states. That’s why I believed that it’s unfair to increase the number of Dewan Rakyat members from Sabah and Sarawak,” he added.
Yesterday, Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Sabah and Sarawak Affairs) Datuk Seri Dr Maximus Ongkili, said that 5th Special Council on Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MKMA63) meeting, chaired by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob has endorsed the move to restore 35% of the 222 parliamentary seats for Sabah and Sarawak.
“In 1963, Sabah had 16 seats, Sarawak (24) and Singapore (15), representing 35% from the overall 159 parliamentary seats, while the remaining 65%, or 104 seats, were Malaya’s.
“Malaya did not possess the two-thirds majority alone. So when Singapore left Malaysia in 1965, the seats belonging to Singapore should have been given to Sabah and Sarawak, to meet the 35% representation,” Ongkili, who is also Kota Marudu MP, was quoted as saying by Free Malaysia Today.
Parliament in session. (Credit: Yusof Mat Isa/Malay Mail)
According to the report, the endorsement would see Sabah and Sarawak having 78 MPs out of the 222 seats available in Parliament, making it a total 35% of representatives inside the Dewan Rakyat.
Ismail Sabri, on his Facebook, also said that the matter was among the topic discussed during yesterday’s meeting.

Sabah and Sarawak currently have 56 reps inside the Parliament.

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Resorts World Genting Reopens This Friday, Including Casino, Theme Park & Cable Car

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Genting Malaysia Berhad has announced that Resorts World Genting (RWG) casino and club up in Genting highlands will reopen this Friday, 19th June at 10am.
In addition to that, the Awana Skyway cable car and Genting express buses services will also resume operations at the same time.
According to Malay Mail, the company has decided to restrict entrance into SkyCasino at SkyAvenue and Genting Club at Genting Grand Hotel for members only as part of their new health and safety measures.
Genting says that public entry into the casino will resume “as soon as possible.”
However, the public is welcome to the indoor theme park and SkyAvenue shopping mall.
To speed things up for contact tracing and registration, guests are encouraged to download the MySejahtera app before their visit.
It was earlier announced that Genting’s Resorts World Kijal, Terengganu and Resorts World Langkawi will reopen today, 18th June.
If you’re planning a trip up to Genting Highlands in Pahang, more details are available on their website (HERE).

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Edelweiss Launches First-Ever  Flagship Outlet In Genting Highlands

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Edelweiss, the premium wheat beer born in the Alps, has its flagship outlet, The Alps Bar, in Genting Highlands.
The move is part of Heineken Malaysia’s ongoing commitment to inspire fans to actively seek new discoveries and fresh adventures through its #FeelTheAps theme.
The ambience at the Alps Bar in Genting Highlands. (Credit: Heineken Malaysia)
Located at Sky Avenue Mall, The Alps Bar was launched with great fanfare on Wednesday (November 2).
The event was officiated by Heineken Malaysia’s Managing Director Roland Bala, Marketing Director Pablo Chabot and Sales Director Vasily Baranov.
Pablo said Edelweiss wants to inspire its fans to explore new adventures and experiences, and the aim is to provide different drinking experiences to drinkers.
As such, with the opening of our flagship outlet, The Alps, our fans’ experiences will reach greater altitudes with every sip of Edelweiss, especially when they get to pour themselves a cold one from the Blade Machine. For fans in other major cities of Malaysia, Edelweiss pop-up bars will be activated at outlets near them too.Heineken Malaysia Berhad Managing Director Roland Bala
From left: Tan Koon Lin, Thaddeus Huang, Datuk Edward Holloway, Roland Bala, David Lau, Vasily Baranov, and Pablo Chabot. (Credit: Heineken Malaysia)
Also present were Genting Malaysia Executive Vice President, Leisure and Hospitality, Datuk Edward Holloway.
During the launch, guests had the opportunity to tap their own Edelweiss from the exclusive Blade Machine.
The all-natural ingredients and the blend of fresh mountain herbs make Edelweiss as distinctive as it is.
Tasting the fresh finish and subtle, fruity aftertaste, it was certainly an immersive experience.
The Edelweiss Blade Machine. (Credit: Heineken Malaysia)
Guests were also served delectable Austrian dishes to accompany their ice-cold refreshing Edelweiss.
And to top it off, guests got to evoke their playful side with the exciting claw machine game to score exclusive prizes such as free stays in Genting Highlands, food and beverage vouchers, an at-home Blade Machine experience, and various other Edelweiss merchandise.
Heineken Malaysia Managing Director Roland Bala speaking at the launch. (Credit: Heineken Malaysia)
Fans can also score exclusive Edelweiss merchandise when they purchase Edelweiss products.
They can visit the social media pages at facebook.com/edelweissbeer.my and instagram.com/edelweissbeer.my/ to stay updated, or even check out www.drinkies.my for more information about the ongoing promotions.
About Heineken Malaysia
With a formidable brewing heritage, Heineken Malaysia is home to many global beer brands like Heineken, Heineken® 0.0, Tiger Beer, Tiger Crystal, Guinness, Strongbow Apple Ciders, Apple Fox Cider, Anchor Smooth, Kilkenny, Anglia, Paulaner and Kirin Ichiban.
Heineken Malaysia also produces wholesome, premium quality non-alcoholic Malta.
The Company continues to lead the responsible drinking agenda through its Drink Sensibly campaign.
The corporate social responsibility arm of HEINEKEN Malaysia, SPARK Foundation was established in 2007 to grow with local communities in the areas of environmental conservation and education for a better tomorrow. Be the SPARK for change and visit www.sparkfoundation.com.my for more information.
Listed on the Main Market of Bursa Malaysia, HEINEKEN Malaysia’s principal shareholder is GAPL Pte Ltd based in Singapore. GAPL Pte Ltd is 100% owned by Heineken N.V.

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The T20 Are Spending Less Money Than Other Malaysians During MCO

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Malaysians have been spending way less since the start of the nationwide Movement Control Order (MCO) and it looks like the T20 are being extra frugal with their wealth.
A study by the Department of Statistics (DOS) found that Malaysiaâ€™s average household spending had decreased by 55% from RM6,317 a month to just RM2,813 during the MCO.
Curiously, the data collected shows that the nationâ€™s â€œupper-classâ€ T20 segment to be spending way less money than their â€œmiddleâ€ and â€œlowerâ€ income counterparts.
According to the research, Malaysiaâ€™s T20â€™s spending during the MCO period dropped to nearly 60% compared to the M40â€™s 48% and B40â€™s 41% decline.
Malaysian average expenditure before and during the MCO.(Credit: DOS)
(If you’re curious to know which income segment you fall into? Check out our short explanation, HERE.)
Essentially, Malaysians are not only cutting back on their everyday shopping and living expenses but also on other financial spending like paying off their taxes, loans as well as giving allowances to their families.
How Malaysians have been spending their money during the MCO.(Credit: DOS)
Since the nationwide lockdown, Malaysians have been spending 71% less on recreational and entertainment activities, 65% less on alcohol and cigarettes, 89% less on transportation expenses and 59% less on clothing.
However, the data shows that citizens have been spending more on food supplies which saw an increase of 27% from an average RM700 a month to more than RM900 as well as on personal care items such as soap and sanitizers which saw a climb of nearly 50%.
DOS also expects the nationâ€™s spending on utilities such as gas, water, and electricity to jump by up to 50% through the quarantine period.

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Defiant Muhyiddin Wants Anwar To Prove Support

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Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has been sworn in as Malaysia’s 10th prime minister today.

But for Perikatan Nasional (PN) chief Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin, it is not over yet.
Muhyiddin, Malaysia’s shortest-ruling prime minister, rejected Anwar Ibrahim’s appointment as prime minister.
According to Harian Metro, Muhyiddin insisted he had statutory declarations (SD) from 115 MPs on his side, meaning he should become prime minister.
The Pagoh MP submitted 114 SDs on Monday and received another SD the day after.
The SDs purportedly include:
73 MPs from Perikatan Nasional22 MPs from Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS)Six from Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS)One from Parti Kesejahteraan Demokratik Masyarakat (KDM)10 from Barisan Nasional2 independent MPs.
He challenged Anwar to prove he has a majority by revealing how many SDs he has.
For the sake of the people’s confidence in Anwar’s legitimacy as prime minister, it is appropriate for him to prove that he has the support of the majority of Dewan Rakyat members.Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin on why Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim should reveal his SDs.
Muhyiddin claimed this is in line with the procedures laid out by outgoing Dewan Rakyat speaker Azhar Azizan Harun.
The Speaker had previously asked for the prime minister candidates to submit SDs to the palace.
Sore Loser?
Meanwhile, some netizens had anticipated that Muhyiddin would not go out without a fight to the last.
Pagi tadi jam 7.28am saya tweet, saya ramalkan apa yang bakal berlaku hari ini. Saya kata Muhyiddin akan ungkit pasal 115 SD dia.Jam 4.58pm, Muhyiddin benar-benar ungkit pasal 115 SD misteri tersebut 😆. pic.twitter.com/otGylmTL3q— Roman Akramovich (@SyedAkramin) November 24, 2022
Muhyiddin’s defiance also draws criticism from netizens who feel he is demeaning the wisdom of the King.
Tindakan @MuhyiddinYassin mempertikai keabsahan sokongan terhadap Perdana Menteri Malaysia ke-10, Dato’ Seri @anwaribrahim secara terang-terangan satu cabaran terhadap keputusan dan kuasa mutlak Kebawah Duli Yang Maha Mulia Seri Paduka Baginda Yang di-Pertuan Agong. pic.twitter.com/Yl7PJv0xao— Adzman Kamaruddin (@adzman86) November 24, 2022
At the same time, netizens call on Muhyiddin to repent and reflect on his misdeeds while being prime minister.
Muhyiddin was the country’s eighth prime minister from 1 Mar 2020 following a power tussle.
He pulled Bersatu out of the then-ruling PH coalition and caused its collapse in the notorious Sheraton move.
During his 17-month tenure as premier, Muhyiddin has been criticised for failing to handle the COVID-19 pandemic effectively.
Wahai #Muhyiddin, ‘hanya beberapa yang mati’ itu adalah sahabat saya paling saya sayang.36k kematian covid bukan ‘hanya beberapa yang mati’.We’ll never forget, and we’ll never forgive for what you’ve said. pic.twitter.com/RbGGSrZITl— Cheng (@Purrfessionals) November 18, 2022

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Sinovac Booster Doses Available For Walk-In At All Offsite PPVs

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Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin announced on 7 February that the Health Ministry (KKM) will allow Sinovac recipients for their primer doses (first and second dose) to continue receiving the Sinovac vaccine as their boosters.

Following this, the Sinovac vaccine for booster dose will be available for walk-in at all Offsite PPVs under the National Covid-19 Immunisation Programme (PICK) for free, starting 14 February on Monday.
The other vaccines are available for booster shots in the Offsite PPVs too.

To get the Sinovac booster dose, head over to the ProtectHealth website to check the list of Offsite PPVs.
However, KKM still recommends Pfizer boosters for Sinovac recipients as it offers a higher level of protection.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact ProtectHealth at 03-8687 2525 or email vaksincovid@protecthealth.com.my

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No, Cats Should Not Be Grabbed By The Neck, It’s Not A “Hack”

We get it, cats can sometimes be a handful. Dealing with an energetic cat can be difficult and time-consuming.
And while there are videos like this that teach you how to calm them down, it’s not necessarily the best thing to do for them.

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In a video titled “How to deactivate kittens”, a Malaysian man is seen grabbing kittens by the neck, shaking them, and laying them down. This process seemingly calms them down.
While the man handles the kittens with care, it should be made clear that grabbing cats by the loose skin on the back of the neck- an action called “scruffing“- is not the best way to calm a cat.
Though it’s true that young kittens are carried by the scruff of the neck by their mothers, it’s only for the first few weeks as newborns.
Kittens reflexively go limp when picked up by the scruff, but that reflex is lost by adolescence.
Also, don’t just scruff every kitten you see.(Credit: Unsplash)
Instead, in adult cats, scruffing causes fear and injury.
Adult cats are only scruffed during mating (for females) or being attacked by a predator. Thus, scruffing an adult cat can instantly put them under extreme stress. Even if they seemingly go “lax”, it’s due to behavioral shutdown or learned helplessness.
Once they are grown, the cat’s body weight becomes much too heavy to be carried that way as well, causing pain. Cats would also panic and try to wiggle their way out of the scruff-hold.
If you have a strong bond with your cat, they may simply be vexed at you for a while. But, a frightened cat might lash out and end up hurting both parties.
Don’t forget that cats are predators themselves and can get quite vicious when they feel threatened.(Credit: Unsplash)
The right way to calm down a cat
There are many other ways to soothe a cat that doesn’t involve grabbing them by the scruff of the neck.
Try these options instead:
1. Towel wrap
Drape a soft towel gently over a nervous kitty. This helps with overstimulated or nervous cats by giving them a bit of private breathing space.
Alternatively, you can wrap your cat similar to a baby’s swaddle, called a “burrito wrap”.

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2. Distractions
Depending on whether your cat is more food-motivated or play-motivated, use toys or snacks to distract and refocus their attention.
3. Drag it out
If you need to calm your cat to trim nails or provide medication, consider stretching out the unpleasant action.
For example, trim one or two nails before they get really upset and struggle away. Then repeat the process once they’ve calmed down again. Eventually they will become used to it and be able to remain calm throughout.
They might get a tiny bit annoyed with you, but being patient with your cats will eventually lead to a better relationship.(Credit: TRP)

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Malaysian Badminton Pair Goes Down Fighting As Scoreboard Freezes

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The last surviving Malaysian badminton players in Malaysia Open 2023 had been knocked out.

Men’s doubles pair Ong Yew Sin-Teo Ee Yi lost to the world no. 1 doubles from Indonesia, Fajar Alfian and Rian Ardianto (Fajri), at the Axiata Stadium on Friday (13 Jan).
Men’s doubles player Teo Ee Yi returning a shot against the Indonesians. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
Ong and Teo displayed a convincing game when they won the first set 21-14.
However, the Indonesian pair did not give up quickly in the second set and took an 11-8 lead before the break.
The situation put pressure on Ong and Teo, forcing them to make simple mistakes.
Malaysia men’s doubles player Ong Yew Sin (right) takes a shot against the Indonesians. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
The second set ended with the Indonesians winning 21-16 and taking the match to the third set (rubber set).
The rubber set saw the Indonesian pair display a more aggressive playing style and attack frequently.
Malaysian supporters cheered the national players throughout. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
They also outmanoeuvred the Malaysian in terms of speed before winning 21-17.
The high drama paused when the scoreboard suddenly froze, with the Indonesians leading by 19-15.
After trying unsuccessfully to get the system working, the umpire called for the game to proceed.
The scoreboard freezes as the rubber set near the end. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
Earlier in the day, national mixed doubles Chen Tang Jie-Toh Ee Wei lost to the second-ranked pair, Dechapol Puavaranukroh-Sapsiree Taerattanachai, from Thailand, in a two-set match.
The national doubles, ranked 17th in the world, started the game quite aggressively in the first set before narrowly losing 19-21.
Chen Tang Jie and Toh Ee Wei (right) in action during the quarter-finals. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
Following the defeat, the Malaysian mixed pair vowed to improve their performance.
Reaching the quarter-finals in our first big tournament together is a good achievement but we’re not satisfied with this.National mixed doubles pair Chen Tang Jie-Toh Ee Wei on their results.
Chen Tang Jie and Toh Ee Wei (right) in action during the quarter-finals. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
Chen Tang Jie reacts after dropping a point. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
Some fans did not try to hide their disappointment and noted that other countries are fast catching up, if not already better than Malaysia.

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Others said the blame had been unfairly pinned on top national singles player Lee Zii Jia.
Lee, who is world no. 2, shockingly crashed out in the very first round of the tournament.
READ MORE: Indoor Draught Causes Lee Zii Jia’s Early Exit In Malaysia Open 2023

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Lively Atmosphere
Nevertheless, many fans supported the national players and cheered them on even when they lost.
Many fans also turned up at Axiata Arena to show their support.
Some said the ticket price was worth paying as there was plenty of action on the courts.
Malaysian singles player Ng Tze Yoong catches a breather during his game against Kodai Naraoka from Japan in Round 16. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
Badminton fans turn up in droves to support the Malaysian players at Axiata Arena. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
Many games went into the third set, making badminton lovers happy, especially those in the super fans seating category.
The super fans tickets are the most expensive, costing as much as RM700 depending on the match day selected.
Badminton lovers in the super fans seating had the best chance for selfies and autographs. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
At the same time, fans thronged the Axiata Arena to take advantage of great deals on badminton products and merchandise.
Hello all Badminton fans! Here’s your chance to get the special edition Touch ‘n Go card at BAM Juara Fest 2023. These cards are available for purchase at our booth on 14th&15th Jan. You can also purchase our bundled pack of Touch ‘n Go RFID Tag & Enhanced Touch ‘n Go Card too! https://t.co/NzoozVO16W— mytouchngo (@MyTouchnGo) January 13, 2023
Fans also relished taking selfies with the many badminton superstars at the tournament.
Malaysian singles player Goh Jin Wei (left) gets up close and personal with fans at Aciata Arena. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
Malaysian mixed doubles player Chen Tang Jie acknowledges the fans. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
This is the first Malaysia Open to hold a Super 1000 status and the first of the 2023 Badminton World Federation (BWF) world tour.
Korean duo Kim So Yeong (right) and Kong Hee Yong. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
A total of 64 players participated in the singles matches, while 86 pairs participated in the doubles matches.
Some top-seeded players competing this year include Viktor Axelsen, Carolina Marin, PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen, HS Prannoy and Tai Tzu Ying.
Ace Indian player HS Prannoy discussing strategy with his coach during the quarterfinal stage. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
The tournament’s final match will take place tomorrow (15 January).
Fans are advised to plan their timing as a huge crowd is expected due to Taiwanese singer Jay Chou’s concert at Bukit Jalil Stadium next door.

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Go-Jek delivers food to New York after rapper tweets about missing Indonesian food

Anyone here ever feels annoyed when the abang
delivery takes FOREVER to arrive with your precious dinner? Or worse, when they
CANCEL ORDER AFTER YOUâ€™VE BEEN WAITING FOR SO LONG.

Picture Credit: MEME

Yes, itâ€™s painful. But thatâ€™s not always the case as we
witnessed what can only be described as a miracle when Go-Jek delivered piping
hot Indonesian food to rapper Rich Brian all the way in New York City.

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If youâ€™re wondering why Rich Brian sounds so familiar, the millennials might recognise him as the skinny Chinese Indonesian dude who vent viral in 2016 for rapping like a BOSS in Dat $tick.

The entire episode began when the Indonesian rapper tweeted about missing Indonesian food after he left his home nation to the bright lights of the Big Apple.
To his (and everyone elseâ€™s) surprise, Go-Jek replied WITH a menu and asked him to choose anything he wanted.

DM us your address, and let us know what you miss eating. pic.twitter.com/4e28bzOHLj
â€” Gojek Indonesia (@gojekindonesia) July 21, 2019

When an uncertain Rich Brian stated that heâ€™s currently in
New York, Go-Jek hit him with a â€œpasti ada jalan broooo.â€ (thereâ€™s surely
a way, broooo.)

No problem, pasti ada jalan brooo.
â€” Gojek Indonesia (@gojekindonesia) July 21, 2019

That seemed to be the end of it, and the internet moved on
to troll on other topics.
BUT THEN…
Two days later, Go-Jek ACTUALLY delivered the food to Rich
Brian in New York City!
88rising, Brianâ€™s record label, tweeted a picture of a Go-Jek driver handing over the food to Brian itself with the caption â€œYâ€™all really flew all the way out here.â€

yall really flew all the way out here 🤯🤯🤯 pic.twitter.com/l74nnlYvx1
â€” 88rising (@88rising) July 23, 2019

With over 18,000 retweets, itâ€™s safe to say that the internet
was SUPREMELY impressed.

Hi @NASA. When you guys finally get men landed on moon for another time, just rest assured everytime they miss earth-bound foods, there is only one thing you can rely on to deliver.
â€” Arif Rakhman, Translator, English-Indonesian (@arifdadot) July 23, 2019

Picture Credit: JavCode/Facebook

Translation: Making me touched huhuhu

Abang gojek: aku ke new york gaisss
â€” Cupilll (@fariha_az) July 23, 2019

Translation: Abang Go-Jek: I’m going to New York, guyss

And now I believe that this pic is not a lie. pic.twitter.com/9OWPudt01n
â€” Gu (@gumpermana) July 23, 2019

Di pesawat“Mas ke NY mau liburan?”“Saya mau nganterin gofood hehe” pic.twitter.com/2b987mcgSo
â€” Dudung cinta damai (@Kyubidin) July 23, 2019

Translation: On the airplane“Are you going to NY for holiday?”“I’m delivering gofood hehe”
FYI, Go-Jek is basically the Grab of Indonesia lah. They started off as a motorbike taxi service app and soon progressed to deliveries and e-wallet.

Picture Credit: Go-Jek

Theyâ€™re extremely popular in Indonesia and are currently operating in Vietnam, Thailand and Singapore as well. Go-Jek might be entering Malaysia soon but thereâ€™s no concrete plans yet.
Here’s hoping that the food delivery services in Malaysia will reach this extreme level of winning!

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“Disrespect” Bahasa Malaysia And You May Face Legal Action Under A Proposed Law Amendment

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Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (DBP) has proposed that the government amend the DBP Act to help raise public awareness in using the Malay language responsibly.
What you need to know: The amendment to the DBP Act would allow DBP to take legal action against anyone who “does not respect the national language” in a bid to strengthen Malay as the national language and a world major language.
Who said what: The Malaysian Translators Association (PPM) states that the Malay language should be promoted in all areas including administration, education, law, media and so on in accordance with its function as the national and unifying language.
The association asserts that law enforcement is one measure that can be used to regulate and ensure the correct use of the language while raising awareness in a multiracial society on the existence of the national language.
How it got here: The Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka Act was introduced in 1959  to promote the development of language and literature in Malaysia via a Board of Control of the DBP.
The act outlines 6 objectives of the board in regards to the national language which are:
to develop and enrich the national language in all fields including science and technologyto develop literary talent, particularly in the national languageto print or publish or assist in the printing or publication of books, magazines, pamphlets and other forms of literature in the national language and in other languagesto standardize spelling and pronunciation, and devise appropriate terminologies in the national languageto encourage the proper usage of the national languageto encourage the usage of the national language so that it will be extensively used for all purposes in accordance with the law
Read more:
DBP Act amendment set to raise public awareness on use of Malay language (Bernama)
Dewan Bahasa Dan Pustaka Act 1959 (AGC Portal)
Empower DBP to act against those disrespectful of Malay language, board of control chairman suggests (Malay Mail)

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[Watch] Man On Crutches Praised For Unclogging Manhole During Flood

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The torrential rain has once again flooded several parts of the city and made some roads impassable such as Jalan Kuchai Lama, Jalan Pudu, Jalan Tun Razak, and Jalan Pahang.

The floodwaters also entered some commercial buildings such as Wisma UOA Bangsar and Impiana Hotel with waters falling from the elevators.
Amidst all the chaos, everyday heroes have stepped up to do their part to help. Ordinary citizens went the extra mile to wade through the rising waters to dislodge litter and debris blocking the manholes on the road.
One of these heroes was captured on video limping his way to the blocked manhole on crutches. The video went viral with 51.4k likes on TikTok and 2k likes on Facebook.
  @judedina_ Salute You Anne 🙇🏽♂#kl #flood #puduraya #Caltexpudu ♬ URAAAA – .army0fdeath
The man then reached into the murky water beside a parked car and began pulling out debris such as a flattened cardboard box and tossing them to the side.
The moment he removed the litter, the stagnant water quickly emptied into the manhole. He was soon assisted by another man who came with a plastic container to hold all the debris.
In the viral video, netizens could also spot the amount of litter they fished out of the water and honestly, it was a lot.
Positive vibes all around
Netizens praised the man’s selflessness and thanked him for being exemplary to all Malaysians.
Others criticised the people who publicly littered. They said if the people in the city did not litter, the man didn’t have to struggle and pick up the rubbish on everyone’s behalf.
Some said it’s probably time for Alam Flora and DBKL to review all the cleaning contracts and open the tender to others again.

However, the viral video still brought some positivity to the world because another netizen offered to equip the man with a prosthetic leg and asked the others for help to put him in contact with the man.
A few of them offered to chip in to help cover the cost too.
Another netizen had come across the man in the video near the Caltex Pudu area while another person said the man is also skilled in repairing cars and motorcycles.

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Watsons’ Is Giving Away A LOT Of Freebies For Their 600th Store Launch!

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Watsons, Malaysia’s leading health & beauty store, is celebrating their 600th store in Malaysia, and they’re giving back to their customers with LOTS of awesome prizes up for grabs!

The latest store will open in Pavilion Bukit Jalil, a new mall that also only recently opened its doors.
Latest store, better experience
Of course, as the milestone store, the Watsons store at Pavilion Bukit Jalil will feature all the fancy new perks and services!
For makeup enthusiasts, the newest store is designed in a way that combines fashion and fun, providing an aesthetic, runway-like experience for customers to feel extra glamorous.
There’s even a Make-up Station Service, where customers can experience a FREE express makeover service by professional makeup artists, so you can try out Watsons’ line of makeup products and also a fresh new look.
Have a professional show you how to style your face.(Credit: Watsons Malaysia)
If you would prefer a ‘digital trial’ instead, try out the Style Me table. The #ColourMe tablet is powered by augmented reality (AR) technology, which scans your face and allows you to “try on” different makeup brands, products, and colours!
Eco-conscious shopper will be pleased with the addition of the Natural by Watsons Refill Station, the second such initiative in Malaysia to reduce the overall impact of plastic waste.
The Natural by Watsons Refill Station is super easy to use, and you get to save on plastic waste!(Credit: Watsons Malaysia)
Shoppers are encouraged to bring their empty plastic Naturals bottles and top them up at the refill station in-store. The station offers six options of the best-selling Watsons Natural products. For hair, there is the Aloe Vera, Argam, Olive, and Coffee shampoo. For body, there is the Aloe Vera and Olive bath soap.
For those who enjoy shopping quickly and efficiently, the Bukit Jalil store will also feature convenient services to get what you need to you in the shortest time possible.
One such integration is the O+O, or online+offline, which allows customers to order online and simply pick up their order from the store in as little as 4 hours. If you just need to stock up on your essentials, try the Click and Collect Express Service. Order at lunchtime, pick up after work: efficiency has never been so easy!
No need to wait in line when you’ve got places to be and people to see.(Credit: Watsons Malaysia)
If you still enjoy to do your own shopping in-store, the Self-Checkout Counter comes with a user-friendly interfact that lets you save on queuing time without needing to talk to another person.
To thank their supporters, Watsons will pretty much be rewarding every single shopper that shops at the new Pavilion Bukit Jalil store with prizes!
That’s A LOT of Watsons stores across Malaysia!(Credit: Watsons Malaysia)
Not in Klang Valley? No worries!
Watsons has 600 stores nationwide for a reason, so you won’t even need to feel sad about missing out on the prizes at Watsons Pavilion Bukit Jalil!
They want everyone to be able to celebrate this milestone achievement together so this special nationwide reward will be available at all stores and online!
All members will receive FREE 600 points with every RM60 spent (and if you’re a Watsons member, you know that those points are basically cash).

Not only that, the 600th, 6000th, and 60000th member to make a purchase will win 1 year of shopping!
Additionally, everyone can get an instant rebate up to RM186 with the health and beauty voucher.
600th Watsons store specials
If you’re a Watsons member, then you’re in luck! The first 200 members will go home with a FREE Super Goodies Bag with a minimum spend of RM100.
Yes, you can get this Super Goodies Bag if your purchase is more than RM100…(Credit: Watsons Malaysia)
Even if you don’t really have that much to buy, you’ll still get rewarded. The first 200 customers who queue up to enter the store at 5pm on Thursday will also be able to pick up a free RM20 voucher plus a goodie bag.
…Or RM20 cash vouchers PLUS a goodies bag if your purchase is less than RM100.(Credit: Watsons Malaysia)
But that’s not all! Understandably, not everyone can visit the new store on the 9th, which is why Watsons is extending a special gift of RM5 vouchers free with a minimum purchase of RM30, which will be valid from 9 – 15 December!
Celebrate the end of the year!
Their milestone store isn’t the only thing they’re celebrating too, as Watsons is also looking forward to the end of the year as much as we are!
So, to make your year-end shopping even easier, their new Buy 2 Save More promotion will allow lucky Watsons members to walk away with a whole new car! (Pro tip: If you pay with TnG eWallet, you get double the contest entries!)
I mean, if you’re already buying essentials, why not make it work in your favour too?(Credit: Watsons Malaysia)
But even if you don’t need a new car, Watsons will still be rewarding all shoppers who use TnG eWallet for their purchases with RM5 cashback! (But if you’re already shopping at Watsons, why not sign up to be a member and make use of all the perks?)
There’s a bunch of awesome exclusive deals on the Watsons app too, so if you’ve never browsed around online, you’re missing out! While they frequently have kaw kaw deals in-store, they also have plenty of online-exclusive promotions and stuff on the app.
This includes beautiful limited edition planners available for sale in anticipation of 2022, but the denim blue planner design is only exclusively available online.
If you’ve never visited the Watsons online store, there are lots of exclusives that you shouldn’t miss!(Credit: Watsons Malaysia)
Make sure you use the welcome code FIRST20 too! Download the Watsons mobile app to start shopping now!
Better make FULL use of all their perks, too!(Credit: Watsons Malaysia)

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Bon Odori Will Go On, Says Sultan Selangor To JAIS

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Sultan of Selangor Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah has decreed that Bon Odori will proceed as planned in July, according to Malay Mail.

This comes after Religious Affairs Minister Datuk Idris Ahmad said Muslims should not participate in the Japanese festival, citing JAKIM as having found religious elements in the event.
READ MORE: Muslims Should Not Go To Bon Odori, Says Minister; Gets Flack From Literally Everyone
The Selangor Islamic Religious Department director Datuk Mohd Shahzihan Ahmad said Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah summoned officers from JAIS and the Shah Alam City Council (MBSA) for an audience on 8 June.
During this meeting, the Sultan reminded them that all decisions must take into consideration the diversity and beliefs of the state’s residents.
Additionally, the Sultan himself had attended the event a few years ago and found no elements that could erode Muslim beliefs.
 It is just a social event involving Japanese businesses and their employees in Selangor.Datuk Mohd Shahzihan Ahmad relays Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah’s words to the media.
The Sultan then encouraged JAIS and MBSA officers themselves to attend the event themselves.
His Highness is of the view that many cultures have links with religion, but not necessarily is religion part of a culture. His Highness also stressed that the act of worship is different from the act of observation.Datuk Mohd Shahzihan Ahmad relays Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah’s words to the media.
This spells great news for the many Muslims who were looking forward to attending Bon Odori again, but sadly cancelled their plans after the Religious Affairs Minister’s discouragement.

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Malay Dignity Congress participants hit with food poisoning by nasi lemak

It didn’t end well for 197 Malay Dignity Congress (Kongres Maruah Melayu) participants as they were reported to have fallen ill after the event due to food poisoning.
The culprit?
Nasi Lemak.

This was based on the analysis of food samples taken at the location of the event which was provided by the organisers.

“All of the victims were university students who ate the nasi lemak when they arrived for the programme this morning.
 Selangor Health Director Datuk Dr Khalid Ibrahim
Some of the victims was said of having symptoms of diarrhoea and vomiting, following which an emergency team was sent to the location.

The event was organised by four public universities – Universiti Malaya (UM), Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI), Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) and Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM).
It was held to discuss and find solutions to problems faced by the Malays.
The Malay Dignity Congress was attended by thousands which also include the Prime Minister, Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad and various other politicians from both sides of the political landscape.
Giving out free food is great and all, but make sure that the stuff you’re going to serve people isn’t spoilt.


Mâ€™sian woman shares how she was profiled and denied boarding flight to Australia

Malaysians are reportedly the worst visa abusers when it comes to overstaying in Australia.
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Now, more Malaysians are sharing how it has become particularly difficult for them to enter the country as they face racial profiling due to the irresponsible actions of their countrymen.
A young woman shared how she faced this exact scenario when trying to travel to Perth, Australia, recently. Her blow-by-blow post of the harrowing experience on Twitter went viral with over 17k retweets at the time of writing.

Today rs mcm nk share experience kiteorang ber-6 kena denied boarding ke Perth, Aussie. Denied bkn sbb visa x approve, denied sbb fully based on silly assumption. So, those nk pergi, boleh ambil iktibar & prepare.
Tp, xnk la this thread jd syok sendiri. Cukup 20rt i start! pic.twitter.com/0AzxZoEuZB
â€” Reen (@reenzahari) August 6, 2019

According to @reenzahari, although her travel visa was approved and she managed to successfully check-in for her flight, she and her five friends were denied permission to board their plane to Perth.

Laju betul 20rt, igt xde sambutan td. Okay2 kita start.
Disbbkan the main focus thread ni adalah nk cerita situation happened dkt boarding gate, so i summarise dlu planning ke Perth ni. Ticket beli guna Airasia, dah checked in! Visa approved in a day! Accommodation confirmed!
â€” Reen (@reenzahari) August 6, 2019

@reenzahari and her friends were standing in line at the final security check when the airlineâ€™s ground staff scanned her ticket and drew a cross on a piece of paper which had her ticket sequence number.
She and all her friends were then instructed to proceed to security and told to sit quietly to the side.
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Sampai turn kiteorg, Airasia ground staff scanned my ticket, and put a cross in a paper which written there my sequence number and terus point i dkt security. I mcm apebenda ni, i ada buat jenayah ke? Mmg blur gila. But Syiro sblh i lepas tp bila dia duduk dgn i, dia skali kene
â€” Reen (@reenzahari) August 6, 2019

Then, a middle-aged woman claiming to be from the Australian immigration approached them and took their passports.
Without any introduction, the woman immediately asked the five young women how much money they had on them.

Makcik tu terus tny, â€œhow much money do u guys bring?â€ I mmg jenis jujur klau bab airport declaration ni I pun ckp jela â€œ350Aud each of usâ€ travel ni klau bawa cash bekeput2, kang org igt bru lepas rompak bank. So nk sng, bw je credit card. Lgpun Aussie mstilah byk tmpt accept CC
â€” Reen (@reenzahari) August 6, 2019

Shocked, @reenzahari informed the woman that they each had around AUD350 on them and that she had also brought a credit card.
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The woman smirked and told them that amount of money would not suffice for their stay in Australia. She then proceeded to ask them for their itinerary, disallowing them from referring to any notes written in their phones.
However, before they could answer, she again dismissed them and implied that they had “other” plans for visiting the country.

Faten pun try la bgthu ape dia igt, lps tu makcik tu ckp,
M: I know u hv somnthg else to doI: What is it tht we want to do? M: Idk, you tell me. (Sambil tekan dkt â€œyouâ€, mcm gaya omputih marah anak bila anak mnipu)
Masa ni, level blur aku dah naik satu tingkat jd lvl 3
â€” Reen (@reenzahari) August 6, 2019

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After the embarrassing exchange, the woman forbade them from boarding the plane saying she â€œcanâ€™t let” them go to Australia because she “does not see them as touristsâ€ as they did not have a sufficient amount of cash on them.

I yg mcm mayat hidup ni, gagah jugk keluar suara, â€œfor what reason weâ€™re forbidden?â€ Ayat keluar dr dia ni mmg menyakitlan hati, boleh buat i gila.
â€œBecause i dont see u as touristsâ€
Tu je! Literally tu je! Level blur dah xleh bincang, i dah paralysed sorg2 kt situ
â€” Reen (@reenzahari) August 6, 2019

Apparently, the five young women later asked one of the security officers at the boarding gate why they werenâ€™t allowed to board, who told them that it was because they were suspected of travelling to Australia to work as fruit-pickers.

Lpstu, dia tggu je dkt kaunter AA, myb tkut kiteorg attack dia kot, tp mcm mna nk attack, i sendiri pun dh xbetul masa tu. Abg security tu cuba la tnangkan kiteorg. Abg tu ckp, dia igt kiteorg nak pergi sana kutip buah. Ni la org lain yg kutip buah illegally, kiteorg yg mangsa
â€” Reen (@reenzahari) August 6, 2019

Hey Immigrants Beat It! Country’s Full! GIF from Immigration GIFs

While it appears that @reemzahari and her friends made no fault when planning their trip to Perth, itâ€™s absolutely unfortunate that they ended up being racially profiled in that manner.
Twitter users were appalled that @reemzahari and her friends were treated that way. Though, some admitted that they werenâ€™t surprised considering the fact that there were many illegal Malaysian migrants in Australia.

Wow looks like Aussie immigration is using every excuse to stop Msian from traveling there. Canâ€™t really blame them tho, those Msian who are still living there illegally and refuse to come back are one of the main reason. Maybe avoid traveling there until they come up with a soln
â€” mawar (@mawwaarrrrr) August 6, 2019

This is probably the karma we get for treating those foreigners working in our country poorly and disrespectfully not to mention how we look at them, and always blame them for every single crime happening in malaysia
â€” ____ (@Sarayuni) August 6, 2019

Profilers mmg ada kat airport KLIA2, thanks to the emergence of apple-picking Malaysian overstayers in Australia. Itâ€™s unfortunate that this has happened to u. I honestly think its a form of discrimination. Canâ€™t believe they had the balls to do it on Msian soil.
â€” Grizzlysm0res (@Grizzlysmores) August 6, 2019

@kaktyyy ko tengok camane nak masuk oz sekarang. Macam penjenayah kena soal 😂
â€” ye saya (@AidaSue) August 6, 2019

“Look at what it’s like to enter Australia now. Being questioned like criminals”
There were also some netizens who offered several solutions. Including urging the Australian government to state minimum requirements for Malaysians who intend to travel to their country.

to avoid racial profiling1. wear decent looking clothes2. bring enough cash on hand each3. be well adapt w your own itinerary 4. print and file all the documents5. be prepared to talk about 3&4 well6. be cool about the whole travel thing. read a book or stg
â€” em_rose (@ruedesrose) August 7, 2019

If there is any minimum requirements to enter Australia please include them in the visa system.
â€” Azrin Aziz (Kiko) (@AzrinAziz) August 6, 2019

You can read @reemzahari’s full thread here.


360 Grab Staff To Be Retrenched As The Company Downsizes Due To Covid-19

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Covid-19 has affected many businesses who have to either reduce their manpower or cut a portion of their employees’ wages.
The same goes for Grab, the e-hailing company that decided to lay off around 360 (or 5%) of it’s employees in the near future.
According to Grab CEO Anthony Tan, he believes Grab is the last company to undertake mass layoffs this year.
He said it was clear by now that the pandemic could lead to prolonged depression and  Grab had to be prepared for a long recovery period.
In order to achieve this goal, Grab had to stop several non-core projects, integrate multiple functions for greater efficiency and restructure its team to better adapt to the ever-changing business needs of the external environment.
Tan believes that if the plan meets its objectives, Grab will no longer need to implement staff reduction measures.

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Malaysia Records More Covid-19 Recoveries Over New Cases For Three Days In A Row

Amidst the fight against Covid-19, it seems that the hard work of our frontliners is starting to bear fruit as Malaysia has recorded more recoveries from the coronavirus compared to new cases for three days in a row.
As of 10 April, the Minstry of Health announced 222 patients have recovered from the disease and can be discharged. The total of those recovered is now 1,830 or the recovery rate of 42.11% since the outbreak began in January.
Health Director-General Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah said over the last 24 hours, 118 new cases were reported, bringing the accumulated cases to 4,346.
In terms of fatality rate, we are currently at 1.61% after 3 new deaths were reported, bringing the number to 70.
Picture Credit: Malay Mail
Commenting on the Movement Control Order (MCO) extension, Dr Noor Hisham said the move is crucial to help break the chain of infection.
He also added that Malaysia has managed to control the severity of the rate of infections, beating estimates made by third parties.
JP Morgan predicted that by 14 April, Malaysia would have around 6,900 positive patients, while Malaysian Institute of Economic Research (MIER) predicted between 8,000 and 9,000 cases in the next one week.
Dr Noor Hisham said cases have been declining and the numbers might have peaked last week which is a good sign for the country.

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For Raya, FREE car inspection by Toyota at Shell stations FOR ANY CAR

UMW Toyota Motor and Shell Malaysia have partnered together to launch the “Balik Kampung Safety Campaign”.

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This campaign includes a 36-point vehicle inspection which is offered absolutely FREE.
Even better, the inspection is OPEN TO ALL CAR MAKES AND MODELS! Thanks, Toyota & Shell!

Picture credit: Imgur

The inspection will be conducted by trained personnel from Toyota at selected Shell stations.
In addition, all Toyota car owners will be able to get their airbag replaced and receive a 10% discount voucher for selected parts purchased at Toyota Service Centres.
Visit them during the campaign period here:

Region
Date
Time

Sarawak
23rd-25th May 2019
10am-5pm

Sabah
23rd-26th May 2019
10am-5pm

Peninsular Malaysia
30th May-2nd June 2019
10am-5pm

See the table below for the inspection venues closest to you:

Region
Shell Station
City

Selangor
Kota Damansara Sek 4
Petaling Jaya

Selangor
Jln Batu Caves
Batu Caves

Selangor
Persiaran Sultan Ibrahim
Klang

Kuala Lumpur
Desa Petaling
Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur
Jln Genting Kelang 1
Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur
Jln Cheras Batu 4
Kuala Lumpur

North
Jln Kuala Kangsar Ipoh
Selama

North
Jln Chain Ferry 1
Butterworth

North
Jln Jelutong
Georgetown

East Coast
Jln Besar Kuantan
Kuantan

East Coast
Jln Gambang Kuantan KM13
Kuantan

East Coast
Jln Hiliran Kt
Kuala Terengganu

South
Jln Skudai JB Batu 5 3/4
Masai

South
Leboh Ayer Keroh
Ayer Keroh

South
Taman Daya JB
Johor Bahru

Sabah
Jln Penampang KM 5.5
Kota Kinabalu

Sabah
Jln Mat Salleh Tg Aru
Kota Kinabalu

Sabah
Jln Sulaman Innoprise
Kota Kinablu

Sarawak
Jln Tun Jugah Kuching
Kuching

Sarawak
Jln Keretapi Kuching
Kuching

Remember to always do a car and tyre inspections before long drives to prevent accidents! Stay safe and have a pleasant Raya holiday!


Zoo Negara Back On Its Feet Thanks To Donations From The Public

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Zoo Negara has managed to get back onto its feet thanks to the generous support from the public who donated sufficient amounts of food and cash last month.
According to Zoo Negaraâ€™s Zoology, Veterinary, and Giant Panda Conservation Centre Director Dr Mat Naim Ramli, the donations received from the public also came in the form of meat, fish, and poultry, and this would enable the zoo to save money in the coming months.
Usually, the zoo has to fork out around RM350,000 in total, but due to the generous donations received this month, it only cost us RM50,000 this month.Dr Mat Naim Ramli via NST
He explained that RM300,000 in donations is worth two and a half tonnes of meat and vegetables. On top of that, the zoo also received a donation of fish which they need to feed the birds.

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However, most of the cash donations actually came through the zooâ€™s adoption programme.Â
For those who arenâ€™t familiar with Zoo Negaraâ€™s adoption programme, all of the animals at the zoo are up for adoption, and a foster parent can do so by maintaining the animals’ annual food, enrichment, and veterinary care.
In return, the foster parent will receive a certificate of adoption stating the selected animal.
(Credit: Zoo Negara)
Dr Mat said that to date, the zoo has collected a total of about RM2 million in cash from the adoption programme and that the number of adoptions increased significantly after the implementation of the movement control order (MCO).
One person might just donate around RM10 to RM50, but the volume is high, with around 20,000 to 30,000 individuals coming forward.Dr Mat Naim Ramli via NST
He added that they have received thousands of emails from the public who were interested in taking part in the programme, and he hopes they can continue the adoption programme even after the end of April.

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Meanwhile, on the topic of the governmentâ€™s donation of RM1.3 million for the animalsâ€™ food supply during the MCO, Dr Mat said that the donation will help Zoo Negara sustain itself until the end of the year. Though, things will likely return to normal by July or August, as the zoo will need visitors to continue operating.
Speaking of testing the zoo animals for Covid-19, Dr Mat explained that there were no screening tests for the animals at the moment, but if there were any reliable kits available, they could use it.Â
For the time being, the zoo has been following the Health Ministryâ€™s guidelines and implemented temperature screening of the zookeepers before allowing them to handle the animals.

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Durian Liqueur Incorporating The Most Expensive Durian Hybrid, The Musang King Durian

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Arguably the most prized of all produce in Southeast Asia, durian is famed for being delicious.

Its soft, yielding custard texture and intense flavour that blends sweet, savoury and creamy all at once are to die for.
Could anything be better?
In recent times, durian liqueur has been gaining popularity.
The Mujestic Musang King Durian Liqueur is perhaps a dream come true for durian-obsessed peeps.

Mujestic is proof that you can put durian in anything, and the result will be perfect.
It is made from 100% delicious premium Musang King durian flesh, one of the most expensive and well-known durians in the world.

Mujestic uses the latest technology and skills to create a smooth, elegant full-body durian liqueur with a lengthy sweet aftertaste.
The result is a lovely and satisfying alcoholic beverage unforgettable for drinkers with an adventurous palate.
Mujestic is distributed by Luen Heng (LH), one of the leading retailers and online alcohol delivery service companies in the industry.
According to LH, Mujestic is inspired by the local people’s time-honoured tradition of durian fermentation.
Nature’s Superfood With Every Sip
Durian is widely celebrated for its long list of health benefits, which include the ability to:
Boost the immune system.Prevent cancer and inhibit free radical activity.Improve digestion.Strengthen bones.Improve signs of anaemia.Prevent premature ageing.Lower blood pressure.Protect against cardiovascular diseases.
Not forgetting that durian is a rich source of fibre, vitamin C, potassium, and B vitamins.
It’s also packed with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds like quercetin, kaempferol, and luteolin.
READ MORE: Wait, Durians Are Actually Healthy??!
Durian may also help you sleep better.
The higher your levels of melatonin, the hormone that controls your sleep cycles, the better you sleep.
Durian contains tryptophan, an essential amino acid that is required to increase the levels of melatonin.
So eating a seed of durian or a drink of the King of Fruits may help you sleep better.

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Is this Asia’s coolest head of state?

While not all the results are in, many have already declared another win for Indonesian president Joko “Jokowi” Dodo.
But did you know he’s apparently pretty cool? Below are three reasons why.
He’s a metal head

There’s a lots of pictures of him like this. Bullhorns, jacket, and T-shirt.

Famously, Jokowi appears to be a big fan of metal, often seen wearing T-shirts of the bands he likes and professes to owning every Metallica album.
He’s also been spotted at concerts.

Taken at Metallica’s concert at Jakarta’s Bung Karno stadium on August 25, 2013.(Pic Credit: Olivia Rondonuwu)

He’s apparently very clean
Indonesia, among other countries, has been plagued with stories of corruption, but Jokowi seems to have a clean record.
While he was governor of Jakarta, in 2013, a fan of his sent him a bass guitar signed by Metallica bassist Robert Trujillo which Jokowi reportedly handed over to the anti-corruption agency in compliance with ethics rules prohibiting public servants from receiving gifts.

There were no reports that they had to tear it from his cold dead fingers, so we’ll just assume he willingly handed it over then?(Pic Credit: Detik News)

When a similar incident occurred in November 2017, Jokowi spent USD800 of his own money to reclaim a signed, limited-edition set of Metallicaâ€™s Master of Puppets album he received from Danish Prime Minister Lars LÃ¸kke Rasmussen.

“Thanks, Lars. For this gift that I’m going to have to buy back from my government.”(Pic Credit: Antara/Rosa Panggabean)

He rides bikes
The original bossku, he rides bikes a lot and owns a chopper.

Yes. That’s him.(Pic Credit: sukabumiupdate)

There’s even a viral video of him on a high-powered motorcycle, jumping stuff and doing T stops on his way to open the Asian Games in 2018, though it might be fake.

He’s even often spotted on Instagram posing with bikers, biker groups.

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In recent memory, we can only think of three other heads of state that appear to be cooler or as cool as Jokowi and all of them were in North America. But what do you think?

Is that archery? We take it all back.(Pic Credit: Kompas.com)

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