Muslims Advised Against Joining Parades That Can Be Misinterpreted, Cause Disharmony

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Earlier today social media was abuzz with several photos of a parade where men were seen dressed like warriors wielding swords.

While they may have looked like warriors heading to battle, it was nothing more than just “cosplay” for a Terengganu PAS Youth gathering.
READ MORE: Sword-Wielding PAS Men In Terengganu Just Cosplay For HIMPIT Parade
However, some of the photos went viral without the full information and it led to criticism online.
In an immediate response, Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Naim Mokhtar advised Muslims against joining parades that could lead to misinterpretation and cause disharmony.
“I was informed of a youth gathering event that included a parade using symbols that were Islamic,” he said in a statement, adding that the parade led to various perceptions and also worried the community.
In my opinion, the action of such a parade in that manner is unwise and can give a negative perception of Islam and the country. It would be better if the organisers opted to portray the values in Islam that are peaceful in nature and advocate unity and harmonyDatuk Dr Mohd Naim Mokhtar, Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs)
Dr Naim said it is the responsibility of all quarters to promote peace and harmony in the community. He added that any action that could lead to public restlessness must be avoided.
The Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) is of the opinion that this matter should be handed over to the authorities for investigation and any relevant action, should the organisers are found to be in violation of national security laws.Datuk Dr Mohd Naim Mokhtar, Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs)

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RM888,000 To Be Won In The Year Of The Rabbit With Lotus’s ‘Sama-Sama Huat’ CNY Campaign

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Lotus’s Malaysia is ushering in the year of the hopeful water rabbit by bringing back the joy of the celebration through its Sama-Sama Huat (SSH) Chinese New Year campaign to reward customers with prizes worth a total of RM888,000 during the festive season!

Lotus’s Malaysia President Kenneth Chuah said that since Chinese New Year is the time for reunion, as well as, the sharing of blessings and abundance with families and loved ones, Lotus’s wants to make this festive season even more affordable to every Malaysian with their selection of CNY fresh produce, groceries, clothing, household items, and decorations all under one roof.
Customers also stand a chance to win weekly prizes online and in-store!
The Lotus’s Sama-Sama Huat campaign will take place from 26 December 2022 till 18 January 2023 at all 65 Lotus’s stores nationwide and offers customers the chance to win the grand prize of RM8,880 through its “Spin & Win” gamification programme.
A total of 84 lucky weekly winners will be able to walk away with RM880 over the period of three weeks, while five fortunate winners will have a chance to win the grand prize of RM8,880 at the end of the contest period.
Customers participating in the Spin & Win will also win vouchers valued from RM0.50, RM1.00, RM1.80, and RM8.00 for their next purchase and receive a unique set of limited premium Ang Pow packets when they spend at least RM88 in a single checkout.
(Credit: Lotus’s Malaysia)
Making it even more rewarding, My Lotus’s members can also take advantage of our Baucar Ganda-Ganda, which allows shoppers to use up to 4X discount coupons (up to RM8) on their subsequent purchases with no minimum spending.Lotus’s Malaysia President Kenneth Chuah.
More information on Sama-Sama Huat can be found, HERE.

Bringing delight to neighbouring communities during the campaign month, customers can participate in a variety of activities that include photo booths, food trucks, busking performances, CNY Kids Fashion Shows, and blood donation drive, as well as marvel at stunning CNY decorations, and Lion Dance performances
Lotus’s will hold the Spin & Win gamification roadshow at 10 participating stores with a three-day appearance of the God of Prosperity!
(Credit: Lotus’s Malaysia)
True to its #KitakanJiran community spirit, Lotus’s will also be activating its Sama-Sama Hidup Baru community initiative in 2023 with its charity partner, Kechara Soup Kitchen.
This initiative aims to provide the homeless, displaced individuals and the urban poor with the opportunity for a new beginning through the distribution of meals and hygiene essentials, a makeover and a chance to be employed by Lotus’s.
Customers can also take part in giving others a new start in the Sama-Sama Hidup Baru initiative by donating 390 My Lotus’s points through the Lotus’s Malaysia Application. Refer to the rewards catalogue for more information.
(Credit: Lotus’s Malaysia)
On 15 December 2022, Lotus’s opened its 65th store at Aman Central, Kedah, and unveiled the newest addition to its digital payment platform, the TrueMoney e-wallet, giving more seamless payment solutions to its customers and expanding its Food Surplus Programme to the area.
To date, Lotus’s have channelled approximately 2,368,785 kilograms, or equivalent to more than 10 million meals of unsold but safe and edible foods to communities in need across Peninsular Malaysia.

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Malaysian Action Thriller Pendatang Raises RM300K Through Crowdfunding

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A local filmmaker had raised RM335,981 through a campaign on the crowdfunding platform Indiegogo.

Kuman Pictures will use the money to make its new horror film ‘Pendatang’ (immigrant).
It reached the crowdfunding target two days before the campaign ended.
The news was a pleasant surprise as the crowdfunding amount was less than half the amount needed at 49% just last week.
It’s been a long time coming as the campaign started on Aug 8.
Kuman Pictures founder Amir Muhammad thanked Malaysians for the strong finish.
He was quoted by Malay Mail as saying that the sudden surge could be due to Malaysians usually doing things at the eleventh hour.

We’re surprised to raise more than we asked for, but also very grateful for itKuman Pictures founder Amir Muhammad to Malay Mail on his gratitude.
In the campaign, supporters can contribute between RM10 to RM10,000, with each level offering different rewards.
Apartheid Nation
‘Pendatang’ is a dystopian thriller set in an imaginary Malaysian setting.
Every race is forbidden to mix with other races following the enactment of a law after the riots.
Conflict arises when a Chinese family finds a Malay girl in a Chinese area. This family could be imprisoned for 25 years if the authorities found out.
The film will be directed by Ng Ken Kin, who won the Best Short Film award at the Malaysian Film Festival in 2011.
He has also directed the TV series 5 Jingga, School Bus Gang and Kapten Boleh.

Kuman Pictures said ‘Pendatang’ is not made for commercial profit.
Instead, the movie is touted as a Malaysian story by Malaysians for Malaysians and audiences worldwide.
‘Pendatang’ is expected to be released in August 2023.
Forever Foreigners
‘Pendatang asing’, ‘orang pendatang’, or ‘pendatang’ is a common Malay phrase used to refer to foreigners or immigrants.
The word had been used mainly in a derogatory manner to label fellow Malaysian citizens of a separate ethnic group.
Hey this means PRC exports good quality Cina huehuehue jgn kecam.When they play, they don’t play for the Cina nor do they single out the Cina when they thank their supporters.Once the euphoria is over, can we NOT go back to the pendatang rhetoric? We are all born here dude pic.twitter.com/9nt41hLCvW— Jasmine (@superwhitesia) August 1, 2021
In 2015, then Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak said that Malaysians should not call the different races in Malaysia ‘pendatang’.
Citing the Chinese as an example, Najib praised them as loyal citizens of Malaysia.

In 2014, the late Sarawak Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Adenan Satem also urged people to stop labelling Chinese in the nation as ‘pendatang’.
He said the Chinese have every right to be Malaysians as they have been here for four or five generations.
Besides the “pendatang” label, there have been occasions when public figures and people in authority sputtered other racial profiling.
In 2008, a Penang Umno leader said, “Chinese were immigrants squatting in this country”, triggering an outcry among right-minded Malaysians.
You all are very angry cause that lady called the Lalamove uncle ‘cina tua bodoh’ ?Good. I hope the same anger be extended to all the vile racist shit we see everyday on this bird app. ‘K*ling’‘Sembang kari’‘Cina mabuk’ ‘Pendatang’‘Puak itu memang macam itu’— |an Babe™ (@f15teen15) September 15, 2022
To this day, ‘pendatang’ remains a word that causes harm.
Critics said the term not only prevents Malaysians from being truly united but is dividing the nation.
“Mahathir expressed regret that some people had brought up ideas like “Sarawak for Sarawakians” and “Sabah for Sabahans”, and said they need to think of themselves as Malaysians first.”Not when Cina/India still being called pendatang… https://t.co/uL0w3WMacZ— Raff. (@CheauMei) September 9, 2021

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Waiter takes time to feed disabled customer

A picture taken of a restaurant worker feeding a disabled customer was shared in a WhatsApp group.
Najib Fiqri took a screenshot of that photo and posted it on Twitter.

Tersentuh hati melihat seorang insan yang hanya bergelar â€œmamakâ€ sedang menyuapkan orang kurang upaya😢😢aku respect abang mamak ni 💯 pic.twitter.com/a9z9uEoDS5
— APex™ (@najib_fiqri) April 22, 2019

I am so touched by this man who we call “mamak” who helps feed the disabled. I respect him 100%
-APex’s tweet roughly translated into English
In a short span of 2 days, it was retweeted over 27,000 times with nearly 20,000 likes.

Nama mamak tu Imran kalau nak tahu, dia nampak je sombong tapi berhati mulia sudah 5 tahun berbakti dengan sa maju. Layanan mmg tiptop. Teh tarik jarang mengecewakan.
— Naqi (@naqiuddinamia) April 22, 2019

Another user, Naqiuddinamia, claimed to know this anonymous samaritan saying, “his name is Imran, he only looks like a snob, but has a good heart working 5 years with sa maju. Good service. Teh tarik rarely disappoints.“
Netizens all around social media also have been paying their respects to Mamak restaurant workers who tirelessly feed us our dose of roti canai and teh tarik.

Daud Amri of Facebook has even given out advice to youngsters to always be respectful to these hardworking restaurant workers.

May we always be respectful to everyone around us, no matter gender, colour or background.
Facebook comments sourced via:Siakap keli, April 24, 2019 (Mulianya Hatimu, Pekerja Restoran Ini Sanggup Tinggalkan Kerja Sebentar Untuk Suap Lelaki Kurang Upaya)


Hey Sports Hijabis! Lululemon Launched Their New Sports Hijab Line For You To Check Out

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Lululemon, a Canadian athletic wear retailer (famous especially for Yoga) has recently launched its latest rendition of hijab for female Muslim athletes.

Following the trend of Nike, Puma, Under Armour and some other prominent sportswear brands, Lululemon has finally joined the bandwagon with their own sports hijab products. The products were launched last week, bringing two styles of sports hijab to the market, which is an easy pull-on one and also a long-scarf one.
(Credit: WWD, @lululemonkualalumpur / Facebook)
With a lightweight, sweat-wicking, quick-drying, and four-way stretch material that’s ideal for athletic wear, their products offer adjustable fits and distraction-free features for customers to wear during their activities of choice. According to WWD, Lululemon’s design team even consulted with “hijab wearers across the brand’s global collective” to create the desired assortment.
What Do They Offer
The first design is called the Lightweight Performance Hijab and the other one is called the Scarf-Style Hijab. Additionally, they also have another product coming up later on this year, called the Pull-on Hijab.
(Credit: lululemon)
The ‘Lightweight Performance Hijab’ is available in black or poolside blue (with S/M and M/L sizes) costing $42 (around RM185). It’s specifically designed for a pinless and easy pull-on style that stays put while you’re working out. For a more fitted comfort, this hijab has an adjustable toggle at the back, and also soft gathers to create room for your bun or ponytail. Whether it’s a quick or strenuous exercise, this hijab will provide comfort and coverage for all the ways you move.
(Credit: lululemon)
The ‘Scarf-Style Hijab’ on the other hand is available in heathered black and mulled wine (only in one size) costing $38 (around RM170). Whether it’s tucked, tied or even twisted, this hijab is perfect for those who like a bit of versatility in their sports hijab. Wear it for yoga, walks or even for a quick trip to the supermarket, this style can fit your every move.
For more details, you can visit lululemon’s website to check out their newest line of sports apparel.

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Disenchanted – Watching Amy Adams Switch Between Good And Bad Is A Delight [Review]

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Disenchanted, the all-new musical comedy and sequel to Enchanted, sees the original cast members return to reprise their roles.

Ten years after the events in the first film, Giselle (Amy Adams) and Robert (Patrick Dempsey) wed but Giselle has grown disillusioned with life in the city.
The family moves to the suburbs in Monroeville, in search of a fairy tale life. However, life in Monroeville isn’t as dreamy as it looks especially when the local queen bee, Malvina Monroe (Maya Rudolph), makes Giselle feel more out of place than ever.
Feeling frustrated that her ‘happily ever after’ didn’t pan out the way she thought it would, Giselle turned to the magic of Andalasia and inadvertently made things much, much worse.
(L-R): Amy Adams as Giselle, Sofia (played by Mila & Lara Jackson),  Gabriella Baldacchino as Morgan Philip, and Patrick Dempsey as Robert Philip in Disney’s live-action DISENCHANTED, exclusively on Disney+. Courtesy of Disney Enterprises; Inc. © 2022 Disney Enterprises, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
What to expect?
Those who have watched the first film, Enchanted, will really feel for Giselle who tried her best to make things better and magical in her family’s life.
She thought she had the real world all figured out, only to find that there was so much to learn.
This was apparent when Giselle found herself receiving a cold shoulder from teenage stepdaughter Morgan (Gabriella Baldacchino), who had grown out of their shared fantasies of a fairy tale-inspired life.
(L-R): Amy Adams as Giselle and Maya Rudolph as Malvina Monroe in Disney’s live-action DISENCHANTED, exclusively on Disney+. Photo by Jonathan Hession. © 2022 Disney Enterprises, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Amy Adams delivers in every scene she was in. Her ability to switch between Giselle’s good and evil personas in split seconds was a delight to watch.
The musical comedy also features plenty of catchy, villainous songs by both Amy Adams and Maya Rudolph’s Malvina Monroe.
This is all thanks to director Adam Shankmanwho worked closely with music legends Alan Menken and Stephen Schwartz on the score.
Adams said it takes quite a lot of practice to master songs from Menken and Schwartz but singing them was always rewarding because the emotional strides in the songs are naturally moving and propulsive.
Any Easter Eggs?
The audience might want to pause and take a good look when Monroeville transforms. Look for the signs. Also, the new town’s name sounds too close to Malaysia.
Should you watch it?
It’s one of the rare movie franchises to have an equally good sequel. Disenchanted is easily one of those films that you can rewatch without feeling bored.
Disenchanted is already available on Disney Plus Hotstar.

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A Rare Giant Stingray Weighing 280KG Was Just Caught In Sarawak

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The elusive giant freshwater stingray made a rare appearance when the gargantuan fish was caught in the net of fishermen in Sarawak.
Fisherman Azeri Hipni told Astro Awani that he and three other fishermen set up their nets early Thursday morning at Sungai Lundu, almost 2 hours away from Kuching.The seasoned fishermen were expecting to get their usual haul of big – but not giant- stingrays.
But to their surprise, what wound up in their net was a supersized stingray measuring 4 metres wide and weighing 280 kilograms – thatâ€™s as heavy as four adult males!
(Credit: Facebook)
Catching the giant stingray is no easy feat, though. While generally non-aggressive and inquisitive creatures, they put up a ferocious fight if caught. There have been reports of boats dragged around for hours and even pulled underwater by the powerful ray.
Not only that, stingrays have a sharp barb on the base of its tail that can easily penetrate human skin and bone – like a hunting arrow. This stinger can also eject toxins, making it quite the dangerous weapon.
However, the Sarawakkian fishermen managed to defeat the stingray after a half an hour battle with no serious injuries.

Though exhausted from the fight, Azeri told the news site that he was happy for the unexpected blessing to their livelihood during Ramadan.
The giant freshwater stingray Urogymnus polylepis is believed to be the largest freshwater species on Earth but itâ€™s a mysterious creature, mostly due to its elusive nature of burying in sandy or muddy river bottoms.
No one is exactly sure how many giant freshwater stingrays are left, which habitats they prefer, or even if they ever venture into the ocean.
They’re known to prowl rivers in Thailand, Cambodia and Borneo, though sightings are far and few in between.
Records of Urogymnus cf. polylepis in Borneo between 2011 and 2018. Numbers refer to all records of this species.(Credit:Contemporary distribution records of the giant freshwater stingray Urogymnus polylepis in Borneo/ResearchGate)
On the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, the Urogymnus polylepis is classified as endangered.

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Contemporary distribution records of the giant freshwater stingray Urogymnus polylepis in Borneo (Chondrichthyes: Dasyatidae)
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Get Ready For So Much Fun! Euro Fun Park Heads To Bukit Jalil

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When was the last time you let loose and have some fun? If you’re looking for some cheap thrills, Malaysia’s largest travelling amusement park, Euro Fun Park, is heading to Bukit Jalil next!

The fun park will be at Standard Chartered Global Business Services Sdn Bhd until 18 September 2022.
Based on Euro Fun Park’s Facebook page, the amusement park will be open from 7pm to 12am daily.

What is there to do?
Euro Fun Park has introduced some spanking new rides for everyone to enjoy. Some of the rides you can expect in a typical amusement park include:
Space Flyer (the newest and tallest ride)Ferris WheelMega CoasterJunior rollercoasterBumper carsHaunted houseMerry-go-roundSky RiderVortexGame booths
The newest and tallest ride in the park is the Space Flyer. It’s a swinging tower where you’ll be lifted 30 metres up in the air on swings and slowly spun around. Think of it like a rotating spaceship but with swings.
You can also get an early Halloween scare at the haunted house there too (in case you don’t get to go to Night of Fright this year).

How to get there?
To get there, you can use Waze to get to Standard Chartered Global Business Services Sdn Bhd in Bukit Jalil.
For more info, check out Euro Fun Park’s official website and social media pages [Facebook, Instagram].

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By 5 June Healthcare System Would Be Crippled Without Lockdown

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Malaysia’s healthcare system was headed for the worst if the lockdown hadn’t been put into effect, and interstate and inter-district travel were not stopped.

Berita Harian reported Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Adham Baba as saying this was due to the ever-worsening conditions, as new cases were increasing on a daily basis.
New daily cases reached an all-time high on 29 May, at 9,020 cases.
Credit: Malay Mail
The Minister added that the Government needed to make an announcement on a total lockdown with haste, to prevent our healthcare system from crashing.
“We had laid out the contingency and management plan for Covid-19 in early May, when infectivity rates were on the rise, between 1.1 to 1.2”.
We recommended the Government announce the Movement Control Order (MCO) 3.0 on 12 May, to control the spread of infections, 60% of which were sporadic, while 40% were from clusters.Minister of Health Datuk Seri Dr Adham Baba
Credit: Malay Mail
He added that the MCO with stricter standard operating procedures (SOP) was decided on 25 May, after seeing the infectivity rate rise above 1.2.
We are also concerned on the increase of infections originating from new variants of the virus such as South Africa, United Kingdom, India and Nigeria variants.Minister of Health Datuk Seri Dr Adham Baba
An analysis made by the Health Ministry, Dr Adham said, compares the capacity of hospitals based against daily new cases and is categorized into four stages. The Minister said “The fourth stage which we wish to avoid as best we can, is when hospital services are crippled, which means over an average of 13,000 new cases over a 7-day period.”
Dr Adham said that on 15 May, Perlis was the only state to be in stage one, as healthcare services were at 80% to 100% vacant. Stage two consisted of Negeri Sembilan, Pahang, Terengganu, Sabah and Federal Territory of Labuan.
Kedah, Pulau Pinang, Perak, Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya, Melaka, Johor and Kelantan were in stage three, with hospital capacities between 60% to 80%.
Selangor and Sarawak were the only two states in stage four, with capacity of less than 60%, and high infectivity in communities.
A drastic change was then seen in an analysis on 30 May, showing Pulau Pinang, Selangor, Negeri Sembilan, Melaka, Johor, Pahang, Kelantan, Sarawak and Federal Territory of Labuan joining the fourth stage.
Further adding to his concern, Perlis, Kedah, Perak, Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya, Terengganu and Sabah had entered the third stage.
Credit: Malay Mail
Dr Adham also expressed concern that nurses and doctors positioned in the ICUs had to take on almost triple their normal workload.
“The amount of beds allocated for Covid-19 patients is 9,753, or 27% of the hospital capacity of 35,621. Utilisation of all these beds causes a large strain on human resources.”
The standard of service delivery has been changed, where one nurse has to attend to two or more patients while working double shifts. Specialists and medical officers are also on call twice a day.Minister of Health Datuk Seri Dr Adham Baba

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K-Pop Idol ITZY Rocks G-SHOCK As Brand Ambassador

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Global K-pop sensation ITZY is now an official ambassador for Casio’s G-SHOCK brand of shock-resistant watches.

Since ITZY’s February 2019 debut, the group’s five members: Yeji, Lia, Ryujin, Chaeryeong, and Yuna have enjoyed tremendous support from fans of all shapes and sizes with a list of hit tracks like Cheshire, Wannabe and Sneakers.
Casio agrees that ITZY’s charm makes for a phenomenal match with the G-SHOCK vision — defined by the brand concept of toughness.
Since G-SHOCK first hit the stores in 1983, the brand has established itself as unrivalled in its toughness and unique designs that’s fit for any lifestyle.
Read More: The 40-Year History Of The Toughest Watch Of All Time
In recent years, the brand has worked to further develop the market for women’s watches with downsized versions of popular models and an ever-expanding lineup of more compact watches to cater to the needs of users across the gender spectrum.
Head on over to Casio’s online store to see what the ITZY ladies are rocking on their wrists.

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New MySejahtera Feature ‘MySJ Trace’ Does Away With ‘Check Out’ Button, Helps With Contact Tracing

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The latest feature in MySejahtera, known as MySJ Trace, will be doing away with the Check Out feature altogether.

According to Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin, MySJ Trace uses Bluetooth technology to trace close contacts.
The public is encouraged to use the new feature when indoor at public places.
Satu ciri baharu MySJ diperkenalkan dalam update terkini. ‘MySJ Trace’ menggunakan Bluetooth untuk mengesan kontak rapat yang juga mengguna ciri yang sama. Ciri tersebut akan memberi maklumat secara ‘live’ bilangan interaksi dengan pengguna lain yang juga aktifkan MySJ Trace. pic.twitter.com/o1MdYumwvG— Khairy Jamaluddin 🇲🇾🌺 (@Khairykj) December 26, 2021
If anyone tested positive, they can send the data to the Health Ministry for contact tracing to be done.
Khairy added that all interaction data is anonymised. The feature only works if the individual gives permission for the app to track via Bluetooth.
So far, the feature has been updated on Huawei phones. The update will be available on Google and Apple soon.
It looks like we don’t need to remember to click the Check Out button in MySejahtera soon!

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Spend Less Time With Customer Service And More Time Online

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A good internet connection has become an essential utility, like water and electricity.

But, getting a broadband subscription, setting up an appointment for the installation, checking up on all your entitlements, and managing the whole thing can be a chore. The dread of calling customer service is very real.
Well, not if you use unifi because they have the myunifi app.
A Friend In Your Pocket Right From The Start
Even if you are not a unifi subscriber yet, the myunifi app is a good place to start if you want to find the broadband package that fits your needs.
You can browse through unifi’s selection of fibre broadband, mobile postpaid, wireless broadband, and even unifi TV packages.
Take Control

So you’re already subscribed to unifi? Great! What else can you do with myunifi? How about taking full control of your subscription?
With myunifi you can pay your unifi bills easily and on time, every time. Best of all, you can track your usage and check on the bill right from the app too.
And, if you are so happy with the service and you are inclined to want a faster internet connection, you can also upgrade your unifi plan directly from the unifi app.
Get Your Dues

Loyalty programs are often easy to forget and difficult to track. With myunifi you earn points for every RM you spend on unifi and you can use the points in the app to redeem awesome rewards.
Fix It Fast

This could be the best feature of the myunifi app.
We all know when it comes to technology, issues are inevitable and when trouble strikes what we want is the solution, not going through the paces with someone over the phone.
Well, myunifi have you covered. The app has proactive notification that will notify you if there is a service disruption and keeps you updated with the repair progress until the issue is resolved.
But if your troubles are not caused by a service disruption, go to the support tab and you will be welcomed with a few options which will probably lead you to fix.
You can type in the problem and ask the community, try EasyFix for self troubleshooting tools and guides, submit your feedback directly to unifi, Tweet at them, send a private message to them on Facebook, or chat with someone and ask unifi directly.
With these tools, you can get things fixed at any time, night or day.
Bonus Thing You Can Do

If you want to make sure you are getting the speeds that you are paying for, even if you are not subscribed to unifi, try the unifi speed test. It is easy, accurate and best of all, it has no pesky pop-ups, overly complicated graphics, and ads to slow you down.
In case that you found that you are not getting the speeds you want, here’s a bonus, bonus tip: Goto unifi.com.my/unifi-experience to learn and find out more about how your equipment affect your internet speeds and how to optimize it!

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No RM1 Charge For ATMs Starting Monday

To avoid automated teller machines (ATMs) from being too crowded during Movement Control Order (MCO), the government has announced that the RM1 fee will be exempted starting Monday.
Senior Minister (Defense) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said that many were still queuing up at their respective banks to avoid paying the charge.
To overcome this issue, he said, the government via the Finance Ministry has decided that all financial institutions and PayNet will exempt the fee at all ATMs that use the Malaysian Electronic Payment System (MEPS).
He said it will be effective throughout the Movement Control Order (MCO), which is expected to end on April 14.
Ismail also reminded the public to practice social distancing while lining up at ATMs and urged people to conduct all their bank transactions online instead.

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[Watch] Trailer Plunges Off A Flyover, Heavy Congestion At Jalan Kuala Kangsar

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Motorists on the North-South Expressway (NSE) got a shock when an empty trailer plunged off a flyover near Jalan Kuala Kangsar around 12.40pm today (19 August).

According to The Star, the incident caused traffic congestion stretching from Ipoh town to Tasek.
Acting Perak police chief Deputy Commissioner Datuk Azizi Mat Aris said the vehicle is believed to have experienced a brake failure.

This caused the trailer to crash through the divider at KM271 of the highway and fell onto the road reserve of Jalan Kuala Kangsar.
The driver of the trailer, D. Kumar, 50, from Butterworth, Penang, escaped with light injuries.
Bernama reported that the Perak Fire and Rescue Department spokesman said there were no casualties or property damaged.

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[Watch] Run For 10km Can Eliminate Covid-19? Doctor Rubbishes Nonsensical Theory

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Putrajaya Hospital Consultant Medical Specialist and Nephrologist, Dr Rafidah Abdullah has refuted the theory that running 10 kilometres (km) could ‘eliminate’ Covid-19.

According to Dr Rafidah, all that is nonsense and when positive it is necessary to isolate oneself and quarantine.
Why did you go running 10km outside?? Want to pass your virus to others? Why are there such people. In my opinion, they should be arrested.Dr Rafidah calling for those who are Covid-19 positive to isolate themselves.
Lari 10km “hilangkan” COVID19?MENGARUT!1. Bila positif RTKAg, ASINGKAN diri. KUARANTIN. Dah kenapa pergi berlari 10km diluar??? Nak pass kan virus anda kepada orang lain? Ada juga ya manusia macam ini. Pendapat saya, elok ditangkap saja.— Rafidah Abdullah (@rafidah72) March 13, 2022
Covid-19 Myths You Shouldn’t Believe
It all started when a TikTok user @coachacap uploaded a video of his experience with Covid-19.
On the first day of being infected, he found it difficult to sleep and his body was sweating profusely.
However, on the second day, he plans to jog outside in the afternoon.
Rather than staying at home, he is thankful that his stamina is still good despite being infected with Covid-19.
After jogging for almost 10 kilometres, he repeated the saliva test because he felt his body was quite healthy compared to yesterday.
The latest results show a line marking negative, giving rise to suggestions that this is the latest way to get Covid-19 negative results fast.
  @coachacap First time kena #covid19 pada 2/3/2022 and 3/3/2022 #negative 😅 covid ni main main ke apa? #fyp #fypシ ♬ original sound  – ashraf.samad
To help you better understand what’s happening and cut through the confusion, here are some common myths.

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AirAsia Passenger On Flight To Kuching Tests Positive For Covid-19, Other Passengers Advised To Get Tested

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With the news of Omicron spreading, it’s crucial to be vigilant about our health and safety especially when we’re travelling abroad.

Those who recently flew on AirAsia flight AK5237 from Kuala Lumpur to Kuching on 29 November should immediately get themselves tested for Covid-19.
A netizen Izzati Rosdi shared on Twitter that her friend on the flight tested positive for Covid-19 and urged the other passengers in the same flight to get tested.
She did not reveal her friend’s name to protect their identity.
Is anyone here KL bound in AirAsia AK5237 from Kuching yesterday? Please get yourself tested. A friend that boarded that plane was tested positive today.No, I won’t reveal their name. Just get yo ass tested.— Izzati Rosdi (@xatyrosdi) November 30, 2021
This is what’s needed. Transparency. Understand the need to protect patient’s identity, but people must be made aware of the specific circumstances of their potential exposure.— Kon (@KonWL) December 1, 2021
However, netizens also shared that it might still be too early to get tested. It’s advisable to self isolate for three days and retest after.
The Covid-19 virus takes a few days to incubate within the body, meaning that it’ll take a few days before it shows up during the PCR and RTK Antigen tests.
If it was yesterday then their test might come off as negative. They’d have to quarantine themselves for 5-7 days before testing themselves— syazmn (@syazmnajib) November 30, 2021
Too early to get tested anyway. self isolate and retest in 3 days— 🏴Presiden Parti Sampai Pagi ™ 🪐 (@jules12anne) December 1, 2021
While we’re allowed to travel if we’re fully vaccinated, it does not mean we’re immune to the different Covid-19 variants.
What helps is still to follow the standard operating procedures, wear the mask when we’re outside, and conduct regular self-tests if we attend group events or when we’re travelling.

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Netflix TUDUM: The Upcoming Films, TV Shows And An Exclusive Supernatural Thriller Game

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Netflix’s TUDUM global fan event has announced plenty of exciting works in store to look forward to next year.

The list below shows some of the upcoming films and television series, including a new game exclusively for Netflix members.
Films
1. The School for Good and Evil

The friendship between two best friends Sophie (Sophia Anne Caruso) and Agatha (Sofia Wylie) is tested when they are whisked away to a magical school for future fairy-tale heroes and villains.
The first clip of the upcoming fantasy movie The School for Good and Evil shows Sophie after a makeover and ready to change Evil’s image.
2. Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery

Rian Johnson presents an exclusive scene of the Knives Out sequel. The clip gives a glimpse of each character’s personality and quirks that Daniel Craig’s Detective Benoit Blanc will have to deal with once he’s on the island.
3. Enola Holmes 2

Enola Holmes has started her own detective agency, but her brother’s fame doesn’t help boost her business. The trailer gives a hint of what’s in store for the siblings.
4. They Cloned Tyrone

Jamie Foxx presented the first trailer of his new movie which also stars John Boyega and Teyonah Parris. In this sci-fi comedy mystery film, a series of eerie events thrust three people onto the trail of a nefarious government conspiracy.
5. The Mother

The last time Jennifer Lopez was in a film where she had to go toe-to-toe with a bad guy was probably in the film Enough (2002).
In this Jason Bourne-esque action film, Lopez stars as an assassin who has to come out of hiding to protect the daughter she gave up when she had to go on a run from dangerous men.
5. Pinocchio

Guillermo del Toro presented a behind-the-scenes clip of his upcoming Pinocchio film. True to his style, his version of Pinocchio is shot in stop motion.
6. Slumberland

Slumberland is an adaptation of Windsor McKay’s classic comic, Little Nemo in Slumberland. A young girl named Nema travels to a magical land called Slumberland in search of her missing father.
In the clip, Jason Momoa plays the character Flip who shares the rules of Slumberland to Nema.
7. Heart of Stone

A behind-the-scenes clip is a teaser of the scale of the action in the spy thriller Heart of Stone. Gal Gadot stars as Rachel Stone, an international spy working for the CIA.
Joining Gadot in the action-packed film are Jamie Dornan and Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt.
TV Series
1. Shadow And Bone

The Shadow and Bone season 2 sneak peek revealed all the drama, action and tension in store for the audience next year.
Fans look forward to seeing new faces, such as the twin siblings, Tolya and Tamar Kir-Bataar (played by Lewis Tan and Anna Leong Brophy), in action.
Season 2 also sees two more new names: Patrick Gibson will play the character Nikolai Lantsov while Jack Wolfe plays Wylan Hendriks.
2. Wednesday

The Addams Family spin-off sees Wednesday Addams being sent to a posh school called Nevermore Academy for special kids. The new clip sees Wednesday sternly negotiate with Thing.
3. Lupin

After saving his family, the gentleman thief and master of disguise Assane Diop is on the run from the authorities but he can’t keep hiding for long. There’s only one way he’s going out: with style.
4. Emily in Paris

Emily has a huge decision to make in her love life and career. Working in the City of Love is not as rosy as it seems and she’ll have to figure out where her loyalties lie in her glamorous life.
5. Hellbound

Hellbound told the story of a world where supernatural beings deliver unwarned and unexpected death sentences to people. Taking advantage of the hysteria is a religious cult which claims it can predict when people will die and make a spectacle out of it.
The teaser clip shows that the horror and mystery has just started.
6. The Watcher

The Watcher tells a true story of a married couple who were harassed by a stalker after moving into a home in New Jersey. The stalker named The Watcher terrorises the couple via signed letters.
7. Queen Charlotte

The Bridgerton spin-off tells the story of a young Charlotte before she became Queen.  The exclusive clip shows her first encounter with George which will spark Bridgerton society as we know it.
8. 1899

The upcoming German epic period mystery-horror film tells the nightmarish journey that awaits a group of European migrants.
The group from London is en route to New York City when they encounter another migrant ship adrift on the open sea.
Exclusive game for Netflix members

Netflix also announced their newest video game OXENFREE: Netflix Edition by Night School Studio.
The game follows a group of teenagers who decided to have a party on an island, but soon experience supernatural encounters.
The choice-driven thriller has high replay value because each decision brings about different endings.
The game can be downloaded from the App Store and Google Play Store, just in time for Halloween!

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Cancerous Substance Claim: Health Ministry Orders Voluntary Recall Of Affected Ah Lai Instant Noodle Batch

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Following the finding of cancer-causing substances present in a Malaysian instant noodle brand by the Taipei Health Department, Malaysia’s Health Ministry has ordered a recall of the affected batch in the local market.

In a statement, Health Director-General Dr Muhammad Radzi Abu Hassan said that while the locally produced Ah Lai White Curry Noodles had met local compliance standards, the ministry decided to go ahead with the recall to ensure food safety.
The health ministry has instructed the manufacturer to voluntarily recall the batch that expires on Aug 25 from the local market. Based on a review of data from the Food Safety Information System of Malaysia, the Ministry of Health has also confirmed that Indomie: Special Chicken Flavour noodles from Indonesia had also been imported into Malaysia. The ministry has ordered the company that imported the instant noodles to recall the product from the local market, while tests will be conducted on new batches entering the country.Health Director-General Dr Muhammad Radzi Abu Hassan
Dr Radzi also pointed out that the ministry has been conducting tests on various brands of instant noodles available in the local market.
Since 2022 until now, he said, 11 samples of Mi Sedaap produced in Indonesia contained ethylene oxide, a chemical compound associated with lymphoma and leukaemia, which could trigger birth and hereditary defects.
He said legal action was taken, compound notices were issued, and the products were recalled.
Additionally, as reported by the New Straits Times, the company which produces the “Ah Lai White Curry Noodles” has sent their noodles for testing following accusations that a batch of their products contained cancer-causing items.
Responding to the allegations, a spokesperson told NST that the company had shipped a container of the noodles to Taiwan last year with a particular expiry date but the expiry date of the batch tested did not tally with the shipment sent.
READ MORE: One Batch Of Malaysian Instant Noodle Brand Found To Contain Carcinogenic Substance

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Retro Havoc Car Show Had Fair Share Of The Wrong Kind Of Havoc

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To some people, cars are just meant to get them from point A to point B. But for enthusiasts, cars are more than that. It is a passion, an emotion, and a relationship that they build with these magnificent machines. Yes, relationships.

And among the places where these “relationships” are put on display are car shows, which is becoming a common activity in Malaysia.
Just last weekend, The Curve at Mutiara Damansara played host to the 8th Retro Havoc Car Show.
The event which was mostly held at the basement car park of the shopping mall saw some 1,000 cars on display from Malaysia, Thailand and Singapore. With an entrance fee of RM10, attendance was at 70,000, as reported by Paultan.org.
However, the car show made social media headlines for something not so peachy. On Saturday, the owner of an RX-7 FDF3S saw his original Re Amemiya carbon wing destroyed by a visitor who was running after hearing the pops and bangs of another car.

For many, it may just seem like a slight damage to the spoiler but as evident by the many videos criticising the visitor for breaking it, albeit unintentionally, the damage is rather significant.
Re Ameniya is known for tuning rotary engines and is considered one of the pioneers in tuning cars. Thus, the products that they make are considered special as it is customed according to what the customer wants.
From our research, in the Malaysian after use market, a Re Amemiya spoiler ranges from RM5,000 to RM7,000.
Apart from the unfortunate RX-7 incident, there were other complaints about visitors leaving their fingerprints all over the hood of the car, stepping on a bumper for a photo, sitting and leaning on the cars and many more.
There were clear signs warning visitors against touching the cars, but some did not bother.

  @admsrzl Sedih tgk kereta di sentuh sesuka hati…..kesian owner berhabis duit, sampai ada yang spoiler patah 🥲  #retrohavoc #problem #fypシ ♬ original sound  – ِ
  @garasiecodent Dah cakap jangan sentuh . dia duduk terus… #retrohavocofficial #retrohavoc2023 #alfaromeo #w202 ♬ bunyi asal  – Aliff 🦐
The issues with regard to the car show did not stop there as there was also an allegation of sabotage.
One car owner claimed that six of his lug nuts were stolen while 14 were loosened.
“This car was left alone for 30 minutes while the driver was on the way in, the other members of the group left earlier as the smoke and heat was unbearable due to other participants’ pop and bang in a closed parking space.”
The incident allegedly happened between 10.10pm and 10.40pm and the car was located at the Mainstage Zone D by the Retro Havoc team. A police report was lodged by the owner of the car.
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Car shows like this portrays the hard work of the car owners in making their machines look as beautiful as possible. It is important for visitors to know basic car show etiquette before going for the event.
So what is it that you shouldn’t do?
Never ever lay a finger on the car. Look at it from a distance and take in the beauty of the car slowly. Enjoy its curves, its lines and talk to the owner of the car. Each owner has a different emotion towards their machine and by talking to them you will understand the depth of the relationship.
Do not run around a car show. Most importantly, do not sit or lean on the cars. As mentioned above, these machines means a lot to the owners, so respect the emotions and also the masterpiece that is displayed.

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Of Good Friday and Easter Sunday

This April 19th is an important day in the Christian calendar; it’s Good Friday which marks the end of Lent.
And this year Christian civil servants are being given the day off to observe the day that, according to their faith, Jesus was crucified.
At last Peninsular Malaysia has caught up to Sabah and Sarawak where Good Friday is already a public holiday.
Following that, on April 21st is Easter Sunday during which a popular tradition is for children to participate in an Easter egg hunt.
There are several places in Kuala Lumpur where families can join in the festivities.

Can anyone tell us why it’s a bunny that gives out the eggs?(Pic Credit: Amazon)

Here are 5 that we’ve found:
 1. Bangsar Shopping CentreThere are various activities including easter egg painting and dance performances.
2. Empire Shopping GalleryAlso offers a Best Dressed competition!
3. Jungle Gym at Atria There are limited spaces for the first 100 kids! So hurry up and register!
4. Ilham Gallery For a more artistic environment for the kids that’s located right in the heart of KL.
5. VeaseOr for those who want to get their aprons on, there is a baking workshop in Bandar Sri Damansara that will be baking Bunny Carrot Cupcakes this Saturday.
Sourced via:1. The Malaysian Insight, April 18, 2019 (Christian civil servants in peninsula get leave for Good Friday) 2. Happy Go KL, April 5, 2019 (Easter events and Easter egg hunts in KL) 3. Little Steps Asia April 3, 2019 (Top Easter Brunches In KL)


Haze: Netizens criticize Sâ€™wak authorities for distributing wrong masks

Netizens are having a field day trolling local authorities in Sarawak for handing out the wrong type of masks to â€˜helpâ€™ the residents of Sri Aman protect themselves against the haze.
Reportedly, 80,000 of these masks were ready to be distributed to the people.

80,000 topeng penutup hidung dan mulut akan diagihkan kepada penduduk sekitar bandar Sri Aman yang terjejas #jerebu – Residen Bhg Sri Aman, Indit Bangai pic.twitter.com/t32Sa25s9C
— BERNAMA (@bernamadotcom) September 18, 2019

 â€œ80,000 nose and mouth covering masks will be distributed to (haze) affected residents of Sri Aman city #jerebu – Sri Aman Resident, Indah Bangai.â€
via Twitter
But Malaysians were quick to spot that the standard, over the counter surgical masks that were being handed out weren’t exactly useful to combat the smog.
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Comments soon came pouring in criticizing authorities on the critical blunder.

I hope by now they realize it does not serve the purpose and discontinue wasting resources.
— 🇲🇾Izwan🇲🇾 (@izwanshahmin) September 18, 2019

IPU almost 400 and you're giving away surgical masks???? pointless!
— syr (@ppppxxddpppa) September 18, 2019

80,000 pembedahan bakal berlangsung. Kahkahkah
— Mad.Hazman (@hazerosme) September 18, 2019

“80,000 surgeries are about to take place.”
via Twitter

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— Yob Aidil (@yob_aidil) September 18, 2019

Yg nih la….. pic.twitter.com/nuungpQFft
— razakzainalabidin (@cipanjiwang) September 18, 2019

“It’s supposed to be this one.”
via Twitter

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— Duke of Bandar Dato' Onn (@yuszuri) September 18, 2019

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— ë€¨ë€¨ â™¡ ë‚˜ë¬´ë‚˜ë¬´ (@infinite_skam) September 18, 2019

Surgical masks are not made for hazy conditions but rather for fluids and blood spills.
Instead, the correct and recommended protection is the N95 mask which actually filters out airborne pollutants and haze particles.
To add insult to injury, the country is also facing a mask shortage at most major pharmacies, especially the N95…
The state of Sarawak is among the worst-hit paces affected by the transboundary haze, with Kuching being declared the worlds most polluted city.
And the World Air Quality Index (WAQI) also labelled Malaysia as the No.1 most air polluted country in the world.
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Fixing Your Apple Devices At Authorised Service Providers Is Now Pricier

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If you have been planning to repair or changing the battery of your iPhones, iPads or any Apple devices, you need to prepare to fork out more money.
According to Xavier Nava, he tweeted that servicing your devices at Apple Authorised Service Providers (AASP) has become more expensive starting yesterday.

Harga Servis di AASP NaikEfektif 1 Mac 2023, kebanyakan AASP telah mengemas kini harga baharu bagi servis penukaran bateri dan lain-lain. Pihak Machines mengesahkan akan kenaikan tersebut yang bukan sahaja melibatkan Malaysia malah seluruh dunia. pic.twitter.com/KXZqZFVeHA— Xavier Naxa (@XavierNaxa) March 2, 2023

He added that the service price increase is not limited to Malaysia but is happening around the world as well. For example, changing your iPhone 13 battery will now cost RM430, a RM50 increase from RM380.

Berdasarkan semakan, harga bagi iPhone X hingga iPhone 13 diselaras dari RM380 kepada RM430. Manakala semua model iPhone 14, kos penukaran bateri adalah sebanyak RM480.— Xavier Naxa (@XavierNaxa) March 2, 2023

However, different AASPs will have different service prices. Here are some of the service prices for a few popular AASPs in Malaysia and screenshots of iPhone 13 service prices:
Switch: Service Price List | Switch Apple Premium Reseller in Malaysia
Service prices(credit: Switch/ iTworld)
Itworld: Service Price (itworld.com.my)
Machines: Machines Service Centre | Find an Apple Service Provider Near You
Service prices(credit: Machines)
It’s recommended that you take a look at the service prices before sending it for servicing.
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Budget 2021: Airline Employees To Receive Govt Training & Relocation Programmes

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Airline employees will receive support from the government in light of the pandemic-driven job losses, announced Finance Minister Datuk Seri Tengku Zafrul Tengku Aziz at today’s tabling of Budget 2021.

The Finance Minister explained that the government is aware that the tourism sector, especially aviation, is one of the most affected sectors this year.
Accordingly, the government will provide training programs and relocation of 8,000 employees from airline companies in Malaysia with an allocation of RM50 million for the scheme.

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Take PN Out Of The Govt If You Believe The Economy Is Failing, UMNO Youth Chief Tells Muhyiddin

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Perikatan Nasional (PN) chairman Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has been urged to bring the coalition out of the government if he insists that the economy is not managed properly by the current administration.

According to UMNO Youth chief Datuk Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki, Muhyiddin, who is also the Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu) president shouldn’t continue to just “bark” and make threats but instead should pull the support from Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob if he thinks that there’s a need for a snap poll to be held immediately due to the weakening of the country’s economy.
“Be a man and straightaway call for all your followers in the government to withdraw support from the prime minister,” Asyraf wrote on his Facebook.

He was responding to Muhyiddin’s comment that Prime Minister Ismail Sabri should dissolve the Parliament to pave the way for an early general election if the government continues failing to manage the economy.
Muhyiddin pointed to the weakening of the Ringgit, the labour shortage to support the economy, and the food insecurity as evidence that Ismail’s premiership had failed to manage the nation’s economy.
Asyraf retaliated by saying that the current economic situation was far better compared to Muhyiddin’s tenure as the prime minister.
“The economic situation today is much better than when he did the longest half-baked ‘Lock-Down’ and suspended Parliament arbitrarily for several months.
“So who actually failed to manage the economy,” asked Asyraf.
The UMNO youth chief also pointed out that it was Muhyiddin’s own men that were tasked with managing the country’s economy.
Former premier Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin (second from right). Credit:
“Who is the International Trade and Industry Minister? Who is the minister in charge of the Economy? And who is the chairman of the National Recovery Council? Aren’t they all from the ‘bunga’ party (referring to Bersatu’s logo)?”
Asyraf added even Ismail’s administration too inherited the finance minister that Muhyiddin appointed during his tenure as the country’s prime minister.
He asked whether Muhyiddin also thinks that Finance Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz had failed to help the government manage the economy after he joins UMNO.
READ MORE: PM: If The Government Failed, It Means Muhyiddin Has Failed Too

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Four New Sections In Terengganu’s Syariah Criminal Offences Enactment

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In an effort to enhance Syariah law in the state, the Terengganu government has recently established new legislation that forbids shamanism and witchcraft, women posing as men, and women who conceive or give birth to a child outside of marriage as well as sodomy.

Utusan Malaysia stated that the Terengganu State Executive Councillor for Shariah Implementation, Education, and Higher Education Datuk Satiful Bahri Mamat, said the aforementioned state enactments will only be put into effect with the approval of Terengganu Sultan, Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin.
These new laws are under the Syariah Criminal Offences (Takzir) (Terengganu) Enactment 2001.
However, the situation and the justification behind the implementation of these laws continue to confuse people.
Shamanism and Witchcraft
According to some scholars, the crime of witchcraft should fall under the category of hudud crimes because of the impact of the offence.
For instance, crimes that are classified as hudud crimes include using magic for homicide, theft, or robbery.
The scholars agree that qisas punishment, or retribution, should be used to punish witchcraft practitioners.
In order to stop the practice of black magic from ruining people’s lives, the government was urged to take proactive measures to speed up the implementation of Malaysia’s witchcraft crime law last year, according to Sinar Harian.
Elements of black magic are often reported to occur among traders, married couples, artists, politicians, and corporate figures.
Women Acting Like Men
Datuk Satiful Bahri Mamat explained that this legislation is added because the current legal rule deals exclusively with men acting like women.
According to Section 33 of the Syariah Criminal Offenses (Takzir) (Terengganu) Enactment 2001, it is unlawful for a man to act and dress like a woman in public for immoral purposes.
Because in the past, there might not have been much of this issue (women acting like men). But we see now that ‘pengkid’ (tomboy or lesbian) cases and the likes are becoming more widespread, so the state government intends to curb this issue.Datuk Satiful Bahri Mamat
Women Who Conceive Or Give Birth To A Child Outside Of Marriage
According to Satiful Bahri, both the woman who gives birth outside of marriage and the man who has sex with a woman who is not legally his wife should face punishment.
Any man who engages in sexual activity with a woman who is not his legally wedded wife commits an offense, and upon conviction may be subject to a fine of up to RM5,000, a sentence of up to three years in prison, a sentence of up to six lashes on the whip, or any combination of those punishments.
This was introduced about 20 years ago, and the most recent changes were made in 2016, he said, thus the adjustments were relevant.

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Covid-Positive Netizen Shared Entire Weekend Itinerary To Warn Others Of Potential Contact

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With the nation’s coronavirus vaccination rate exceeding 90% for adults, the government has gradually opened up various economic activities.

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are loosened so people who have completed the vaccination can resume their everyday life.
Nevertheless, the coronavirus is still out there, and there is always a chance of catching or spreading the Covid-19 virus even if you have the full vaccination.
Many people who’ve been vaccinated don’t notice their Covid infection due to few or no symptoms as a result of protection from the vaccines.
People are urged to check their MySejahtera regularly as the app scans for exposures to Covid-19 and shows a risk status.
 The app also recommends the right course of action through its helpdesk.
After all, many people are still not aware of the current rules for quarantine when coming into contact with people who’ve contracted Covid-19.
Yesterday, ‘Jalan-Jalan’ KL. Today, Covid-19 Positive
A couple recently took the initiative to put together a thread to share their experience of finding out they were infected with Covid, including places that they had been.
They tested positive the following day after they went out to watch movies and have dinner on Sunday.
They tweeted an apology to the public and listed where they had been, with the hope that people would pay attention to it.
hello , i got some bad news , yesterday i went out to several places in KL and today i got tested positive with covid-19 🙏🏻 i will list down the places i went in this thread 👇🏻— 🖤 (@beomjunie) November 8, 2021
Accordingly, before the Covid-19 positive confirmation, they had been to Mid Valley Megamall and a restaurant in the Bukit Bintang area.
The locations are Carl’s Jr at Mid Valley (11 am – 12 pm), GSC Cinema Eternals (12.50 pm show, Hall 1, Row C, Seat 12) and Super Boring Club at Bukit Bintang (5 pm – 6.30 pm).
They added that they could not fully remember the stores they had been to and apologized to everyone.
b4 that i wanna apologise ,it’s not my intention to go out ytd when im covid +ve bcuz i only got the symptoms today early morning and rush to do self kit test and rtk at the clinic and being confirmed by the doc 🙏🏻 i wish all of you well if you’re at the same place as me ytd .— 🖤 (@beomjunie) November 8, 2021
Couple Stayed Home After Being Diagnosed
In another tweet, they also stressed that they did not go out after being diagnosed.
They were still feeling healthy the day before, but it was only early Tuesday morning that they suddenly showed symptoms.
They immediately went for an RTK test at a clinic which confirmed their diagnosis.
Vaccinations Completed
In response, a netizen asked them if they had completed their vaccination, to which they responded yes.
Accordingly, they had been vaccinated several months ago.
They were also asked to show a screenshot of their check-in record in MySejahtera.
A screenshot of the couple’s MySejahtera history as shared by them.
So, let us all be reminded that the coronavirus is still very much around us.
It is essential to follow the SOPs when out and about to lessen the chance of infection.
For those who have visited the same place as them at a similar time, get tested and try to stay home as much as possible!

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It’s Personal! Picking The Right Phone Is Like Choosing A Partner

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Just like choosing someone to settle down with, picking out the right phone for YOU is personal.

The device you choose becomes a pocket partner that’ll accompany you everywhere you go, for better or for worse. And as there are plenty of fish in the sea, reeling in the perfect companion can be tricky.
Some might be too complicated to deal with, others may just slow you down, and no one wants to have an expensive gold digger around.
So today, we’re checking out Xiaomi’s latest lineup of “budget” Redmi Note 11 series smartphones that are contending to be a catch in the midrange market.
(Credit: Xiaomi)
For starters, each of the four different models of the Redmi Note 11 series: the Redmi Note 11, Redmi Note 11S, Redmi Note 11 Pro and the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G, has its own quirks which set each apart from one another.
But to keep things from becoming too complicated, let’s just focus on the things that matter the most and what they bring to the table.
A refreshing perspective
(Credit: Xiaomi)
The perfect partner is always someone – or in this case, something – that provides you with a different point of view and a refreshing outlook on the things that are right in front of you.
Three of the Redmi Note 11 series phones: the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G, Redmi Note 11 Pro, and Redmi Note 11S feature solid cameras with a 108MP sensor slapped on to em’. Meanwhile, the basic Redmi Note 11 model has a 50MP sensor.
Those should be more than capable of capturing clear and colourful images even in dimly-lit conditions.
The Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G, Redmi Note 11 Pro and Redmi Note 11S also come with a 16MP pinhole selfie camera on the front.
The setup could promise users quality shots making it a great choice to have for those wide, ultrawide or extra close-up pictures and HD videos indoors or outdoors.
Easy on the eyes (and ears)
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Besides looking stylish with its slim and sleek design that comes in three attractive colours, the Redmi Note 11 series 6.67in or 6.43in AMOLED displays feature a high refresh and touch sampling rate.
Able to go as high as 120Hz and 360Hz respectively, the screen configurations mean that users can enjoy a smoother, lag-free experience while endlessly scrolling through the phones, and have more precise controls on their touch inputs when tapping on the devices while gaming or even editing content.
Pair that with the Redmi Note 11 series dual, top and bottom stereo speakers, the setup appears to be a decent choice for a crisp and clear audiovisual experience whether you’re streaming videos online or swiping right on those dating apps at any time of day.
Positive energy
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Having a partner on the same wavelength that matches your own energy, intensity and interests are definitely crucial to avoid leaving you drained and dragged down.
Although in line to be this season’s “midrange kings”, the Redmi Note 11 series does come close to and can stand toe-to-toe with the more pricey “flagship” phones out there.
The Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G runs on a Snapdragon 695 octa-core processor. Meanwhile, the Redmi Note 11 Pro and Redmi Note 11S both rock MediaTek Helio G96 octa-core processors and carry up to 8GB of RAM.
This means that any of these budget phones, including the basic Redmi Note 11 model, are able to take pretty much everything you throw at it without being overwhelmed, slowing down or sucking the life out of the batteries.
All four Redmi Note 11 series models are powered up by a 5,000mAh battery, but the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G and Redmi Note 11 Pro does have a 67W turbocharging feature that can power them up from 0 – 50% in 15 minutes. Meanwhile, the Redmi Note 11S and Redmi Note 11’s 33W pro-fast charging capability can fully recharge the devices in as little as an hour.
The price & where to get one
The Redmi Note 11 series fits perfectly with the title of being the new midrange king in the market with a price set between RM799 to RM1,299 at official MI Stores.
But if you’re hoping to have a more up close and personal encounter with what might be your next pocket partner, make sure to stop by Xiaomi’s official roadshows happening at the Sunway Pyramid shopping complex in Klang Valley, the Queensbay Mall in Penang and AEON Tebrau City shopping centre in Johor from 23 – 27 February.
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Purchase one of the midrange kings at the roadshows and stand a chance to take home limited gifts, vouchers and Xiaomi products worth up to RM457. But you need to be quick, gifts come in limited quantities and are only available on a first-come, first-serve basis while stocks last.
Meanwhile, other prizes and knickknacks are also available for those who participate in special on-ground events.
So why not drop by and see if the Redmi Note 11 series might be the perfect catch for you.

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Malaysian girl’s Instagram account blocked after posting a snippet of Toy Story 4 on her story

Remember last year when netizens bashed a Malaysian celebrity who posted a few seconds of Avengers on her Insta Story?
Some said she only got bashed because she posted ‘spoilers,’ nonetheless, you arenâ€™t supposed to record a movie in a cinema…
This year, a Malaysian was blocked by Instagram when she posted a few seconds of Toy Story 4 on her story feed.

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On her Facebook account, she shared the email sent to her by Instagram.
In the email she was warned that she could even have her account permanently disabled if she continued to post content that breaches the law.
This post has been removed from her Facebook.

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Her being blocked 3 days from Instagram, is the least of her worries really.
Under the Copyright Act 1987 law, having a recording device in a screening room could cost you a fine between RM10,000 and RM100,000, and/or a jail sentence of not more than 5 years!
Would you risk recording a few seconds of your favourite scene only to be slapped with an ugly fine?

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We hope, this serves a reminder to all moviegoers that there are eyes everywhere.
Especially when the second email Instagram sent to her informed that they acted upon a third-party complaint.

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Malaysian Sprinter Places 5th With A Sub-21 Second Result In Japan

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Muhammad Azeem Mohd Fahmi, the 20th Malaysian Games (Sukma) sprint king, finished fifth in the men’s 200-meter race in the Athletic Challenge Cup in Japan today to conclude the 2022 season.

At the Denka Big Swan Stadium in Niiagata, the 18-year-old Perak national youth sprint athlete set a new sub-21 second (s) record of 20.98s.
With a personal best time of 20.83 seconds, he won the 200-meter preliminary heat at the World Under-20 Athletics Championship in Cali, Colombia, last August, setting his fourth under-21 record of the year.
I am satisfied with the performance displayed and the time recorded by Azeem here, after recording 21s in the semi-final. Despite finishing the competition in fifth place, the important thing is consistency. After this he will prepare to continue his studies in the United Statessaid his coach, Muhammad Amir Izwan Tan Abdullah, when contacted in Niigata.
Meanwhile, Japanese sprinters dominated the podium in the race, with Uzawa Toba taking gold with a time of 20.60 seconds, followed by Keigo Yasuda (20.75 seconds) and Uemoto Naoki (20.75 seconds) (20.94s).

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Muhammad Azeem won the 100m event in the Sukma Games at Bukit Jali National Stadium two weeks ago in 10.25 seconds and placed second in the 200m event in 21.03 seconds, after winner Muhammad Arsyad Md Saat from Johor in 21.02 seconds.
According to Malay Mail, the 18-year-old runner broke the record of 10.18 seconds set by former South-East Asian sprint champion Khairul Hafiz Jantan at the 2016 Malaysian Games (Sukma) in Kuching, Sarawak.
READ MORE: [Watch] 18YO Record-Smashing Azeem Fahmi Is Officially The New Malaysian 100-Metre Sprint King

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Til Debt Do We Part: Couple Regrets Taking Out RM40k Personal Loan For Wedding Ceremony

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Should you take a personal loan to finance your wedding?

Logically, it doesn’t make sense for the bride and groom to spend beyond their means.
But that did not stop a woman from taking a personal loan worth RM40,000 for a lavish wedding.
She shared on social media that it was not her decision.
Yang kahwin kau,Yang pinjam duit pun kau,Yang bayar hutang pun kau. Orang lepas makan, bual2 lepas tu hilang.Salam kaut pun belum tentu boleh cover duit pinjaman.Kalau yang buat semua tu kau, tak payah nak jaga hati orang sangat. Stand your ground.Moga Allah permudahkan https://t.co/zI1rZvgwna— ᴍʀ.ᴅ |  (@mrdcreatives) November 9, 2022
It was her parents who insisted on a grand wedding ceremony.
Her sharing on the Twitter social site @ConfessTweetMY resonated with netizens.
Hi, admin, I want to share a story. Please don’t reveal my profile. I have only been married for six months. During these six months, I cried more than I was happy. It all started before the wedding when my parents forced me to take out a loan for the wedding.The woman expressing her regrets on taking a personal loan to finance her wedding.
Her husband is a clerk, and she is a government contract worker.
She had told the parents that she wanted to have a small party, inviting up to 100 people.
Her parents disagreed because many of their relatives and friends had to be invited.
When she resisted the idea, her parents cast doubts about her husband’s ability to care for her after marriage.
My husband (at that time as a fiance) was disheartened when he found out. He sat down and discussed with my parents on how many people would be invited. After counting, the number was 1,000 people and they wanted it to be held in a hotel. My parents suggested that my husband take out a personal loan of RM40,000 if he wants to get married.The woman on how money became a condition for them to get married.
Too Late For Regrets
In the end, her husband took out a loan, and the ceremony was held.
Her parents are happy that many friends came and praised the ‘grand’ ceremony.
The woman also said they are both stuck with heavy debt in personal loans.
Right now we are struggling to pay the loan. Husband returns to work and continues to do food delivery service. I also sell as a ‘dropshipper’ online but the sales are poor, sometimes there are none.The woman revealing the financial consequences of their ‘borrowed’ wedding.
She added that her husband used to be cheerful but no longer so because of the fatigue of working and the constant burden of repayment.
The sharing received various reactions from virtual citizens.
Most sympathize with the plight of the couple who seem to be victims of circumstances.
Some said if it’s a Chinese wedding, the guests will give red envelopes (ang pow) to cover the cost of the marriage.
Tips kahwin, make a lot of chinese friends.Reason: Chinese/Thai bg angpow banyak.My wedding (xtermasuk hantaran)-RM80000Duit ‘Ang Pow’-RM90000 https://t.co/XVuROnxXAf— -Sup- (@sboonratana) February 29, 2020
Traditionally, the standard amount of money to put in a red envelope is at least equal to the cost of the meal at a Chinese wedding banquet.
Sometimes, couples even profit if they receive a large amount.
READ MORE: RM2,200 Per Table: Facebook User Slams Wedding Guests For Giving Out Less Than RM300 In Ang Pows
The Concept Of Moderation In Islam
Meanwhile, some regret that the mentality of the Malays still holds that the male side is responsible for the cost of weddings.
Islamic matchmaker Zuhri Yuhyi said the hadith (sayings and teachings of Prophet Muhammad pbuh) tells Muslims that the ‘walima’ (the marriage banquet) should be held in moderation without overdoing it.
Islamic dating councillor Zuhri Yuhyi.
He said couples should never start their married life in debt, as they already have other financial responsibilities.
A wedding can certainly do without extensive planning, frills and fuss. The marriage, which produces the most blessings, is that which involves least burden.Islamic dating councillor Zuhri Yuhyi to TRP on spending according to one’s means.
Zuhri said the couple’s predicament is all too common.
He said some families would splurge on a wedding, so they don’t ‘lose face’ in the community.
Honestly parents are also to blamed here…why nak malu sangat? Ni pinjam ah long boleh membahayakan nyawa….dan menyebabkan kemurungan dekat org lain jugak. I think people understand kot klu tak jadi kahwin https://t.co/emDivmt1sh— CountessDracula ♡ Megumi (@HimenoKokoro) August 23, 2022
It’s Always About The Money
It is becoming a trend among the Malay community nowadays where the amount of dowry is based on the bride’s academic level.
The higher the level of education, the higher the marriage dowry.
This has been said to be why Malay men are marrying late these days.
Do you agree with this culture?
My sistur kahwin 2017, mas kahwin dan jugak dikira sebagai wang hantaran RM5k. Kalau ikut gambar ni, level SPM. Walaupun ada ijazah. Itupun ayah marah dan cakap tinggi. Tapi abah abang ipor cakap up sikit jadi 5k. Majlis pun ayah tak bagi abang ipor tanggung. Hmmm pic.twitter.com/zkQtg5R5Bm— Pröf Emerıtus Datö' Dr Hajah Hermıöne (@abcdefghermione) October 18, 2020

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Yong Tau Foo, Malaysia’s Favourite Stuffed Beancurd, Was Born Of Indecisiveness

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The biggest problem Malaysians face every day is what to eat. You might feel like char kuey teow but your family wants nasi lemak. We get it. We have so much good food that sometimes we just want to eat everything.

But one of our favourite stuffed beancurd dishes, Yong Tau Foo, was actually born of that indecisiveness!
Legend has it…
Apparently, a long time ago, in what is now Guangdong, China, there were a pair of best friends. They were so close, they did everything together– including going out to eat.
However, when it came to ordering food, they had different tastes! Once, at a restaurant, one wanted to eat pork, while the other wanted to eat tofu. They continued to argue about the food choices, becoming more and more agitated. To keep the peace, the restaurant owner had an idea to merge both their wants into a single dish.
He stuffed minced pork into a brick of tofu and cooked it, coming up with a dish that would satisfy both customers. Thus, meat-stuffed-tofu was born!
Hakka-style stuffed tofu is exactly as it sounds like. Tofu, stuffed with minced meat.(Credit: Baidu)
Whether or not the legend is true, Yong Tau Foo is a traditional Hakka dish that was mainly cooked for celebrations or for guests.
Another less exciting origin story states that when the Hakka people shifted to Guangdong, there was a shortage of flour. Flour was needed to make dumplings, a dish that is well-loved and considered a must-have at celebrations.
So, as an alternative, the Hakka people took beancurd and used that as a “skin” for the dumpling filling, which is also often a blend of minced pork and seasonings.
Dumplings are a must-have at celebrations for most Chinese cultures.(Credit: TRP)
“Foo” of stuff
Traditional Hakka-style Yong Tau Foo features meat (often pork, or mixed with shrimp) paste stuffed into tofu, then fried or braised, and served in stew or sauce. The stuffed tofu is a dish to be eaten on its own or with rice.
The Yong Tau Foo that we dig in to here in Malaysia has evolved with influences from Hokkien and Cantonese groups, making it quite unique.
A wide varity of vegetables are used. Sometimes, people don’t even take the actual tofu options!(Credit: Envato)
For one, Malaysian Yong Tau Foo can be served either dry with dipping sauces, drizzled with curry, or in a bowl of soup. There are also a much wider variety of stuffed items, usually vegetables such as chili, bittergourd (aka bitter melon), okra (aka lady’s finger), cabbage, or brinjal (aka eggplant), and even stuffed into other foods such as fish balls, crab sticks, or sotong.
Often times, patrons can choose exactly which ones and how many pieces they want, making it perfect for even the pickiest eater with a small appetite.
Linguistically, “Yong Tau Foo” in Malaysia also refers to this range of food collectively, and not only the stuffed tofu itself.
It’s like a buffet of sorts!(Credit: Unsplash)
Where to get some?
There are plenty of Yong Tau Foo restaurants just a quick Google search away, though the most famous ones are located in Ampang.
Better yet, there are a handful Yong Tau Foo restaurants that have changed up the recipe to be halal-compliant, so our Muslim friends can also enjoy the wonders of deep fried stuffed tofu and vegetables!

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Penang Man Spotted Selling Tudung At Petrol Station To Buy Milk & Diapers For Kids

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As Malaysians struggle to make ends meet during the Covid-19 pandemic, a man in Penang was recently spotted selling headscarves on his motorbike at a petrol station.
The reason: to buy milk and diapers for his kids.
The heart-breaking sight was shared by Facebook user Alin Taharin who stumbled across the man at a petrol station in Seberang Jaya, Penang.
In her post, she remarked how the man did not ask for money, but decided to sell headscarves for his childrens’ needs.
Pictures shared by Alin showed the motorcycle glistening under the hot sun with a small rack of headscarves dangling off the handle and a card that read; “I’m selling tudung to buy milk and diapers for my kids.”
The motorcycle selling tudung at a petrol station in Seberang Jaya, Penang.(Credit: Alin Taharin/Facebook)
Your concern proves the goodness of your heart.Alin Taharin, Facebook.
Indeed, the goodness of Malaysian hearts shone as the post was flooded with replies from concerned Malaysians asking for the man’s contact so that they can offer help.
There has been no update yet if the hardworking father has been found, but we hope that he receives the help he deserves.

The shuttering of business caused by the pandemic and Movement Control Order (MCO) has clearly wreaked havoc on the financial stability of Malaysians.
Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF) has warned that over 2 million Malaysians might lose their jobs, while the International Monetary Fund (IMF) projects that national unemployment will spike to 4.9% this year.

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60 Million People Expected To Fall Into Extreme Poverty Due To Covid-19 Pandemic

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The World Bank Group estimates that the unprecedented Covid-19 crisis could push 60 million people into extreme poverty, erasing years of global progress to alleviate issue.
According to 2015 data, roughly 734 million people, or 10% of the global population, lived on less than USD1.90 (~RM8.30)  a day. The figure was at 1.9 billion people in 1990 – a 36% improvement.
However, for the first time since 1998, poverty rates are expected to rise as the global economy falls into recession with a sharp drop in gross domestic product (GDP) per capita.

The World Bank says that the ongoing crisis will erase almost all the progress made in the last five years.
Due to the COVID-19 crisis as well as the oil price drop, this trend probably will reverse in 2020. The COVID-19 crisis will have a disproportionate impact on the poor, through job loss, loss of remittances, rising prices, and disruptions in services such as education and health care.The World Bank Group
World Bank President David Malpass also said they’re predicting a “deep recession” with the world economy falling 5%.

In their latest Macro Poverty Outlook report (Spring 2020), Malaysia’s growth forecast for 2020 has been significantly lowered from 4.5 percent to -0.1 percent.
The report also estimates that the USD 5.50/day 2011 PPP (purchasing power parity) poverty rate is projected to remain unchanged at 1.3 percent in 2020.
Howevers, it is expected that employment and income losses among the B40 (bottom 40%) and even the M40 (middle 40%) will be significant this year.
Actual and projected poverty rates and real private consumption per capita.(Credit: Macro Poverty Outlook/World Bank Group)
To offset this, the world bank warns that Malaysia’s limited fiscal policy space to respond to the crisis is a challenge.
While the recently announced stimulus package could help to mitigate the immediate impact of the outbreak, a deeper economic policy response would be needed should the health crisis deepen and result in a longer duration of economic disruption.Macro Poverty Outlook Report 2020, The World Bank Group.
It also says that more targeted fiscal policy interventions is needed to help mitigate the impact of the crisis on vulnerable households and businesses.

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Missing Covid-19 Positive Indonesian Couple Located And Sent To Hospital For Treatment

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The Indonesian couple who disappeared after taking their Covid-19 test on Tuesday have been found and taken into custody last night (18 June).
Sarawak Police Commissioner Datuk Aidi Ismail said the couple, known as Darusallam and Nurul Hasanah, was found at the side of the road in a residential area located at Jalan Matang Baru at 11.15pm.
As soon as they were located, the police together with Ministry of Health staff took them into custody and sent them to Sarawak General Hospital (HUS).

They are currently receiving treatment at HUS.Datuk Aidi Ismail via Berita Harian (Translated from BM)
The duo had taken Covid-19 tests to complete their work permit application. However, when an officer from the Health Ministry visited them at their residence in a construction site in Petra Jaya on Wednesday to inform them of their positive results, he discovered that they had gone missing.
Following that, an operation was launched to locate them after the Health Ministry lodged a police report on the matter yesterday morning (18 June) .

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TLDR: Ismail Sabri Meets Agong To Present List, Cabinet Announcement Tomorrow?

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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob has presented his list of Cabinet Ministers to Yang di-Pertuan Agong at Istana Abdulaziz in Pahang earlier today.

It’s reported by NST that Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah has accepted the list after meeting the PM for one hour and a half.
Ismail Sabri to announce Cabinet tomorrow
Although the Prime Minister has met the Agong, reports are saying that Ismail Sabri will not be announcing his Cabinet lineup today but tomorrow instead (27 August) at 11:00am.
The matter was confirmed by the Prime Minister’s Office to Utusan after the Prime Minister finished addressing the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah at Istana Abdulaziz, Kuantan, Pahang today.
Bersatu and UMNO not sure who should take what
Malay Mail reported that Bersatu wants one of their party members to become the next Deputy Prime Minister with Gombak MP, Datuk Seri Mohamed Azmin Ali as one of the names rumoured to be in the running for the position.
Based on the report, Former Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has told his successor that the party will withdraw support if Ismail Sabri does not choose someone from Bersatu.
However, there’s stiff competition from UMNO who also want their share of Ministries such as the DPM, Finance Ministry, Education Ministry (MOE), Rural Development Ministry (KPLB) and Agriculture Ministry.
But it’s also reported that they’re willing to compromise with other Ministries, mainly the Health Ministry and Science, Technology and Innovation Ministry.
Bersatu has submitted their list, says Deputy President
Bersatu has listed the names of its suitable members to fill positions in the Cabinet to Ismail Sabri, according to reports.
Deputy President Datuk Seri Ahmad Faizal Azumu was quoted by MalaysiaKini saying that the list of names had been decided in the party’s Supreme Leadership Council meeting, recently.
In the meeting, we have decided to leave it entirely to Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin as our president, to propose the names from Bersatu and present them to the Prime Minister. I believe the Prime Minister will decide and bring the list to be informed to the Agong. If this process goes well, of course the Prime Minister will make an announcement after that.Bersatu Deputy President Datuk Seri Ahmad Faizal Azumu via MalaysiaKini

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This Unique Hornbill Species Found In Sarawak Is Now Critically Endangered

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Helmeted hornbills (Rhinoplax vigil), the largest hornbill not just in Sarawak, but also in Borneo, is now critically endangered.

Local zoologist Jason Teo warned that the survival of the animal, one of eight hornbill species in Sarawak, is under threat due to years of poaching and the destruction of its natural habitat.
Jason Teo who is a graduate of Universiti Malaysia Sarawak and a member of the Malaysian Nature Society (MNS) Kuching branch shared the worrying news through a video on his YouTube channel, Jason The Zoologist.
An unusual hornbill species found in Sarawak.
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Found in the evergreen forests of Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, Borneo, Sumatra, Thailand and Myanmar, the helmeted hornbill is a unique animal. It is the only hornbill species in the world with a solid casque.
All other species of hornbills have hollow casques.
The helmeted hornbill uses its casque to fight by literally head-butting each other until one gives up.Jason Teo
Diagram showing how two helmeted hornbills engage in a fight while flying. (Credit: Research Gate)
According to Jason, bird watchers nickname the bird as “the phoenix” due to its huge size. The helmeted hornbill can grow up to 120cm in length (4ft), which is roughly the size of a child.
(Despite its size) It can still fly and it has a very beautiful long tail, just like the phoenix.Jason Teo
Its call is a noisy series of hoots followed by a spooky “laughing” sound, often described as “maniacal”. You may listen to the bird’s call in the video below:

Poaching activities and deforestation threaten their survival
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To put the animal’s survival threat into perspective, Jason explains that the helmeted hornbill’s critically endangered status makes it one stage away from becoming extinct in the wild, and two stages away from becoming totally extinct.
In short, if things don’t change, the helmeted hornbill may go extinct. Not just in Sarawak, not just in Malaysia, but the whole world.Jason Teo
Helmeted hornbills are killed by poachers who remove and sell their unique casques on the black market. A total of 2,871 helmeted hornbill casques were confiscated from 2010 to 2017 by authorities in Indonesia and China alone.
Helmeted hornbill’s skull with attached beak and casque which is commonly traded on the black market. (Credit: National Audubon Society)
This is a serious issue because helmeted hornbills breed very slowly.Jason Teo
The slow-breeding birds are particularly vulnerable to poaching because they mate for life.  When ready to lay their one or two eggs per year, the male uses mud to seal his female mate into a protective hole in a tree. The male then feeds the female and chicks through a slit, meaning if the male is shot, the whole family starves.
Jason also points out that the total number of casques confiscated by authorities are only the ones they found. The number of successful trades not caught is still unknown.
Meanwhile, logging activities across Southeast Asia is destroying the pristine forests helmeted hornbills needs to survive.
Thankfully, governments and NGOs are working together to preserve large patches of forests in Southeast Asia. Hopefully, these large patches of forests will be converted into helmeted hornbill sanctuariesJason Teo
Fortunately, all is not lost yet and helmeted hornbills can still be saved.
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Jason highlights the rescue story of the giant panda. The world successfully reverted the giant panda’s endangered status back a stage. The panda went from being “endangered” to just “vulnerable”.
The giant panda is a miracle. People started becoming aware and then a lot of money and effort were put into conservation and research. It was a conservation miracle.Jason Teo
What can I do to help?
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In order to give the helmeted hornbill a similar chance at survival, Jason recommends three ways members of the public can play a part in preventing the extinction of the helmeted hornbill.
Firstly, by serving as the eyes and ears of the authorities to stop the activities of poachers who hunt and sell the helmeted hornbills solid casque.
Those who would like to report poaching activities of helmeted hornbills can contact:
Sarawak Forestry Corporation’s officesKuching (019-8859996)Sibu (019-8883561)Bintulu (019-8332737) or Miri (019-8290994)
Department of Wildlife and National Parks Peninsular Malaysia (1-800-88-5151) and Sabah Wildlife Department (012-8019289).
Please go through the contact list and save them in your phone. Remember, things will only change if we all play our part.Jason Teo
(Credit: Rangkong)
Jason’s second recommendation is for the public to donate to non-governmental bodies which work tirelessly to preserve and conserve helmeted hornbills and their habitat.
For Malaysian efforts, the public can donate to the Malaysian Nature Society (MNS). Jason suggests that those interested should request MNS to use the donation on hornbill or helmeted hornbill projects.
For Indonesian efforts, the public can donate to Rangkong.
For international efforts, the public can donate to Birdlife International. Those interested should also request that the donations be used on helmeted hornbill projects.
(Credit: Freepik)
Jason’s last recommendation is raising awareness, just like in the situation of the giant pandas.
As people became more aware of the giant panda’s plight, they fell in love with the animal and a lot of money and effort were put into conservation and research of the giant pandas which resulted in the preservation of their species.
Remember, the best way to save an animal is to make everyone fall deeply in love with it.Jason Teo
Watch Jason’s full video below:

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TNB: Power Is Fully Restored In All Affected Areas

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Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) announced that power has been restored to all areas affected by the blackout early this afternoon.

The blackout affected many areas such as Kuala Lumpur, Bangsar, Bukit Jalil, Mont Kiara and Subang Jaya. The blackout even occurred all the way in Pahang, Penang, Kedah and Johor.
READ MORE: [UPDATED] Power Cut? It’s Not Just You. Malaysians Report Blackouts Across The Country
TNB telah berjaya memulihkan sepenuhnya bekalan elektrik kepada semua kawasan yang mengalami gangguan elektrik pada jam 3:02 petang. Kebanyakan kawasan terjejas berjaya dipulihkan secara berperingkat seawal 20 minit gangguan berlaku hasil usaha berterusan Pasukan Teknikal TNB. pic.twitter.com/kX1RCfpch5— Tenaga Nasional (@Tenaga_Nasional) July 27, 2022
TNB said the cause of the power outage was a fault at one of their stations in Yong Peng North in Johor.
According to The Star, it’s believed that a fire at the station caused the damage and blackouts. In the viral video, blue sparks and flames could be seen at the station.
The fire caused a major power outage involving 2.2GW or 10% of its entire supply needed in Peninsular Malaysia earlier today.
UPDATE @ 3.13pm@Tenaga_Nasional confirms that this incident – at the Yong Peng North substation – was the cause of the massive power outage experienced earlier in various parts of the country.TNB adds that power was fully restored at 3.02pm. https://t.co/3Jukur84Fr— TheVibes.com (@thevibesnews) July 27, 2022

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1/3 Of Malaysian Parents Only Spend Less Than 4 Hours A Week Playing With Their Kids

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For children, playtime is learning time. Babies, toddlers, young children and kids of all ages use play to learn new things, like shapes, colours, sounds, and numbers. In fact, many child educators call for more play as kids learn best that way.

Recently, Toys R Us Malaysia conducted a survey on more than 4,807 parents in Malaysia and noticed some interesting results on parents’ playtime with their young children.
Some Malaysian parents may neglect the play aspect of their children’s growth. 33.4% of parents spend an average of only 1-4 hours per week of unstructured playtime with their children. That’s less than an hour a day!
More than a third also noted that they lacked awareness of child-appropriate toys. 36.4% of parents polled were not sure if their children had the appropriate playthings for their stage of development that could strike a balance between fun and learning development.
Kids need age-appropriate toys to keep learning or they may quickly get bored or frustrated by the level of difficulty.Credit: Freepik
However, parents also innately understand how important it is to enjoy playtime with their kids. 40% of parents feel rewarded when their children show off new skills they learned during their playtime, such as matching colors or naming animals correctly.
35.3% of parents are happy as long as their children are happy during playtime, showing behaviours such as smiling and laughing together.
In fact, only 11.2% of parents feel that it is challenging to come up with ideas on playing with their children. More than 80% of parents can play naturally with their children, though 64.8% believe that the addition of toys will add more joy to the playtime experience for parents and their young.
In a nutshell, the message for parents is: play with your kids! They will love and appreciate you for it!

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