This Local Online Sex Toy Store Just Wants Malaysians To Have A Good Time Loving Themselves

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Lith and Adam may look like your typical urban young adults based in Kuala Lumpur, but these two bold entrepreneurs aren’t shy about their passion for sex and pleasure. Together, they launched a sex toy store called Erosu.

Erosu isn’t just a sex toy store though, it’s an educational platform rife with information on all things sex – ranging from information on sexually transmitted infections (STIs) to candid discussions on embarrassing sexual experiences.
In fact, Erosu calls itself a sex positive pleasure platform where people share and discuss anything and everything about sex & pleasure. In their words, “it’s a platform where we empower and educate people of all ages who’s ready to explore their sexuality and learn about sex in general.”
Intrigued by their aesthetically pleasing products and pearl-clutching revelations, I reached out to Erosu to find out about how they fell into the business of sex toys, to have a chat about the Malaysian pleasure experience and to ask some burning questions the team at TRP are dying to know the answer to.
Good vibes only.(Credit: Erosu)
What inspired you to start a local educational sex toy store?
We’ve always been passionate about sex education – especially women’s sexuality – and it’s important that we normalise comprehensive sex education that doesn’t just focus on our reproductive organs.
It’s time to normalise equality in pleasure and to empower women as well as non-binary individuals that they too have the right to feel pleasure. By selling pleasure products, it’s a safe space to encourage and open up these conversations.
We also really want to change the conception that the older generation have about sex and what’s more effective than selling sex toys to educate people at the same time?
Tell us about your products.
We’re an online retailer so we don’t design and name the products. But we do research beforehand and curate our shop to best fit our beliefs and aesthetic.
Credit: Erosu
Do you actually test out the sex toys?
Yes we do. But it’s important to keep in mind that everyone is built differently and what works for us personally might not work for others and vice versa. This is why we try to make sure there’s a variety of options for everyone.
Credit: Erosu
What’s the feedback been like? (Sidenote: I love how open your IG followers are in sharing their sexual experiences)
If you’re talking about feedback for our products, we don’t get as many feedback as other businesses might get due to the nature of our business. Most people are still shy to talk about sex and masturbation openly and we completely understand. So far, the feedback that we do get is positive though.
One of the things we do on our Instagram is that we conduct a sharing session bi-weekly so people could come together and share their experiences anonymously and our audiences LOVE reading them. We get a lot of responses and engagement from the session and it boosts our sales.
What tip do you have for someone who’s choosing their first ever sex toy?
Everyone is built differently and enjoys different stimulation, we have to understand our body first and know what gets us off. From there you’ll find out your preference and choose one that best suits you.
Credit: Erosu
Does size really matter?
Terms like “small” and “big” are subjective and often based on personal preferences. If the the size of your partner’s piece of flesh really matter to you, there are others ways you can be intimate without a penis.
After all, sex isn’t just P in V. Our whole body can be a sexual organ, it’s up for us to explore and discover new ways to pleasure.
However, if penetrative sex is the only way you can be fulfilled and your partner’s size just isn’t doing it for you, there are always toys (e.g hollow dildo, strap on etc) to help and enhance. It’s all up to you to communicate and of course, be mindful with your words, body shaming is never a good thing, and remember that masculinity doesn’t tie to penis size.
Canrol, their popular “rabbit style” toy.(Credit: Erosu)
How do you think sexual partners can accept the idea of having a “third party” or sex toys generally?
Sex toys are friends, not enemies!
In all seriousness, we are often taught that in monogamous relationships, we are to be everything for our partner and that we should be able to satisfy each other in all aspects, including pleasures and desires. But it’s not true in most cases and it’s completely normal, we are individual beings at the end of the day.
Understand that you can’t always be there to satisfy them and not to feel incompetent if they sometimes prefer a toy to get them off. Sex is about sharing pleasure and connecting with each other, not a competition.
Credit: Erosu
The biggest sex misconception that Malaysians need to unlearn?
Oh, where do we start??
First thing that comes to mind is that “vulva havers are harder to please” and that they “take longer to achieve orgasm”.
The truth is female pleasure is often neglected compared to male pleasure and there isn’t enough research done on the former. Thus, the misconceptions and false portrayals of female orgasm in mass media.
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Pleasures of running a sex toy store?
We notice that people around us started opening up to us about things they don’t usually talk about, and how it’s a norm now for people to have discussions about sex, and how they’re able to use Erosu to open up conversations with their peers. It really motivates us knowing that we’re making changes, no matter how tiny they are.
The sucky part about running a sex toy store is..
The lack of advertisement! Because we are not allowed to do so on all major social media platforms.
Everything is just word of mouth right now and even so, the amount of rules and regulations on social media that silence sex educators and workers alike can be discouraging at times.
Alston, coming in with the right vibes.(Credit: Erosu)
What surprised you most, though?
The amount of people confessing their barfing, farting and all sorts of bodily waste that comes out from them during sex! (I mean we’re aware of how often it can happen but surprised at the amount of people telling us their stories 😂)
Also, that many fully grown adults are still lost when it comes to sex and pleasure!
Wow, that’s kinda sad…
Yeah.. Well, growing up it’s safe to say that most of us didn’t receive comprehensive sex education!
We’ve never been told by anyone that sex goes beyond reproduction and also of course the good ol’ concept that “sex is bad”.
We’ve never been taught about consensual sex, pleasure that comes with sex, masturbation, STIs and how you can spread them without having intercourse, safe sex, contraceptive etc.
Children are eventually going to learn about these things even though you don’t teach them, is it really better for them to learn from unknown and sketchy resources just because parents and teachers think it’s “too awkward” to have that talk with kids?
It is only awkward because the adults make it awkward.
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What if someone is afraid to masturbate?
It’s okay to be afraid, we’ve been shamed into thinking that masturbation is dirty and sinful since young and it takes time for one to unlearn the negative thoughts that we associate with masturbation.
Start by learning the basic anatomy of your genitals, grab a mirror and take a good look at them, learn about their functions. Do it at your own pace! Don’t feel pressured to rush into things, remember that it’s your body and you’re only ready when you feel like you’re ready.

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To learn more about Erosu and their products, follow them on Instagram (HERE).

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Bill To Decriminalise Attempted Suicides Set For 1st Reading In Parliament

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The Bill to decriminalise suicide attempts will be tabled for its first reading in Dewan Rakyat today.

This comes after a landmark move in the August House yesterday where parliamentarians, in a voice vote, agreed to repeal the mandatory death penalty.
In a statement today, Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said said the bill relating to the decriminalisation of suicide attempts will include the following policies:
The first policy will be the abolition of the offence of attempted suicide under Section 309 of the Penal Code.
This, she added, is based on the fact that suicide attempts are within the scope of suicidal behavior and is an impact of mental incapacity or a psychiatric disorder.
The second policy will include retaining the offence of aiding and abetting suicide under Sections 305 and 306 of the Penal Code.
In other words, this policy views aiding and abetting attempted suicide by any person as a criminal offence.
Furthermore, it will also differentiate cases based on the category of people who are incited to perform related actions.
In the statement, Azalina added that the there will also be a strengthened and improved punishment proposed for suicide cases involving children and incapacitated persons compared to other victims.
This is because this group of people, unlike the rest, can be easily influenced and manipulated by perpetrators thus making them a vulnerable group.
The third policy involves introducing Crisis Intervention Officers and giving them arresting powers under the Mental Health Act 2001 (Act 615).
This, she said, is because with the proposed amendment of decriminalising suicide attempts, there is a need to manage such cases by relevant authorities.
She added that there is also a need to manage suicide trial cases by the law enforcements involved.
The fourth and final policy according to Azalina would be to propose a moratorium on the implementation of Section 309 of the Penal Code until the repeal of this section is completely implemented and duly gazetted based on the relevant legal provisions.
She added that this will facilitate matters related to enforcement and prosecution.
Decriminalising attempted suicides is a work in progress by the government to prevent suicide cases from taking place. It is also expected to encourage those affected to come forward to get help, remove the stigma and subsequently lower the suicide death rate in Malaysia.Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform), Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said
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pic.twitter.com/PrILfgpUFZ— Azalina Othman Said (@AzalinaOthmanS) April 3, 2023

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Legoland Is Turning 10 Years Old And Here’s All The Fun New Stuff They Have!

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Legoland Malaysia in Johor Bahru is celebrating their 10th birthday this 15 September 2022! That’s right, the theme park has been around for a whole decade!

To celebrate their decade-long anniversary, Legoland has a bunch of exciting new things in store for guests as they are expecting quite a crowd.
What’s New
1. Miniland will now be fully shaded
This central area of the park features many impressive miniature iconic landmarks such as KLCC and Merlion, but built entirely with Legos!
Previously, these awesome minatures were left out in the sun and rain.(Credit: Nurfarahin/TRP)
Prior to this, it was exposed to the elements, causing damage to the Lego bricks and also discomfort for guests. However, that won’t be a problem anymore as the entire area will have new shades and cooling fans.
2. New Themed Room In Legoland Hotel
Right now, Legoland has 4 themed rooms: Pirate, Kingdom, Adventure, and Ninjago, each with their own distinct flair and hidden games.
The Adventure room available at Legoland Hotel.(Credit: Legoland Malaysia)
Early next year, park guests will be able to book a brand new themed room, although the park is keeping its theme under wraps at the moment.
3. New Splash Carnival at Water Park
In case you didn’t know, Legoland Malaysia actually has three parks: the main Legoland theme park, the water park, and the aquarium Sealife.
Usually, the themed festivals and events will be held in the main Legoland theme park, but this is the first time ever that the water park will get its own event: the Splash Carnival.
A wet ride at the water park.(Credit: Legoaland Malaysia)
This brand new Splash Carnival will be hosted next summer, so you have plenty of time to get your ‘pool bod’ ready.
4. New 4D Movie at Lego Studio
Legoland will also have a brand new 4D movie for fans to watch exclusively at the Lego Studio. Every year, Legoland aims to prepare a special movie to watch in 4D at their special theatres.
Unlike watching a Lego movie in a regular movie theatre, the ones shown in the Lego Studio are specially calibrated with their 4D theatre for maximum immersive viewing, which will be ready in the second half of 2023.
The Legoland Hotel with themed rooms and a colourful exterior.(Credit: Legoland Malaysia)
Of course, that’s just some of the most exciting new stuff to look forward to. Legoland has also assured us that they will still be hosting big-scale festive themed events celebrating Hari Raya and Chinese New Year, plus their own Legoland special festivities like Build The Thrills and Friendship Fest.
READ MORE: Terokai LEGOLAND Malaysia Resort Bersama Team TRP Selama 3 Hari 2 Malam
Guests will also be able to take part in many promotions, discounts, lucky draws, and many other activities across the park.
Discounted Tickets, Free Entry For Birthday Kids, And More!
For their birthday celebration, they will also introduce a couple of value-for-money exclusive deals.
Children aged 11 and below will get free entry on their birthday week, though accompanying adults will need to purchase a Double or Triple park ticket.
Kids can bring their friends to experience the park.(Credit: Legoland Malaysia)
Additionally, kids with a Triple Park Annual Pass will be able to bring their friend for free on their birthday week too!
The Triple Park Annual Pass benefits extends to adults too, as guests with the annual pass can get their friends a 50% discount on tickets until 31 August 2022.
There are actually plenty more discounts and deals available (they don’t fit in the article) which you can find out on their Legoland website here or their Facebook and Instagram.

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Guess what? Even Felda board of directors aren’t getting paid for doing their job

The recent Felda Global Ventures Holdings’ (FGV) annual general meeting only proves that being expected to do your job for no pay is definitely a universal experience, no matter what your pay grade is.

Picture credit: Manchild Manor

FGV’s major shareholders have REJECTED three resolutions pertaining to fees. The resolutions rejected were:1) the payment of directors’ fees of more than RM2 million2) a payment of non-executive directors’ fees of more than RM1 million3) the payment of non-executive directors’ benefits
When you do your job but don’t get paid.Picture credit: KnowYourMeme
In response, Chairman Datuk Wira Azhar Abdul Hamid wryly notes that FGV is not a typical company where everything was set up and doing well financially.
In a press conference with The Edge, he claims that FGV had lost billions and the board had to come in with full understanding of the challenges FGV faced and turned the company around.

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“In short, the message is ‘We want you to work, but we’re not paying you’,” he says regarding the fact that resolutions relating to re-elections were passed, but all the resolutions relating to fees were rejected.
Chairman Datuk Wira urges the stakeholders to understand what the board has done for the company.

Whatever decision made going forward should be well-appreciated and well-understood.
Chairman Datuk Wira Azhar Abdul Hamid

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Being expected to work for free is an unfortunate experience, especially for those freelancing or starting their side-hustles.
Unfortunately, it looks like this mindset is universal and applicable everywhere, even if you are a high-ranking director in a large company.
Malaysian law does state that directors are not employees even though they render their services to the company, and as such they are not entitled to any payment for their services (unless it is expressly provided in the constitution of the company).
This is a good reminder for you to check if you’re doing too much for free. Never forget: your time, skill, and effort is definitely worth reimbursement!

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Singapore Giving Out 100,000 Sinovac Doses To Johor

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Johor will be receiving 100,000 vaccine doses from the Singapore Government, according to the state’s Chief Minister Datuk Hasni Mohammad.

Malaysia’s neighbour in the south has donated vaccines to the state before, as they’ve given out 20,000 Sinovac vaccine doses on July 29.
In the short term, the Singapore Government will contribute 100,640 doses of Pfizer vaccine to the Johor state governmentJohor Chief Minister Hasni Mohammad via CNA
He was also quoted by CNA saying that the state government has accepted 300,000 doses of SinoPharm vaccine from the United Arab Emirates.
Johor wants out of pandemic
In the recent state assembly, Hasni said that vaccines are a “key component” for Johor’s exit strategy from the pandemic.
To make this a possibility, the state government targets to administer at least one dose of vaccine to 100% of its adult population by 16 September – and both doses by the third week of October.
From 1 March to Sep 5, it’s reported that the state has received more than 4.7 million doses of vaccines from the national immunisation programme – 2.4 Pfizer million doses, around 1.8 million Sinovac doses and around 410,000 AstraZeneca vaccines.

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[Watch] Mom Thinks Bruises On Son’s Hand Supernatural, Camerons Hotel Says No Complaints Lodged

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Paranormal activities have always been an exciting topic for many. However, when it happens to them, it becomes a terrifying incident.

A family who stayed at a hotel in Cameron Highlands recently claimed they experienced a close encounter of the supernatural kind.
The mother, Aifa Azlan shared a video on TikTok in which she showed bruises on her son’s hand.
Audio warning: Take note before playing the TikTok video below, it starts with a very loud laughter.
  @aifaazlan Seriau weyyy. #aifaazlan #umaryusuf #hotelberhantu ♬ original sound – Happy Halloween
She claimed the bruises appeared during their stay at the hotel, adding that the family’s maid had also claimed she heard footsteps.
“The maid told me that she had heard footsteps at about 3am, making her fearful of going back to sleep until morning,” she added.
In the caption, Aifa asked if any other netizens had the same experience at the hotel and surprisingly many commented in the affirmative.

However, as reported by the New Straits Times, the hotel management did not receive any complaints about the incident.
“As such, it can’t be verified whether such an incident actually happened or whether it took place at our hotel. We have received calls from the public asking if the news is true and if the hotel is haunted,” the management stated.
It added that such unverified videos only do harm to their business.
How To Know If A Place Is Haunted
According to an article from Reader’s Digest, there are several ways to know if a place has paranormal activities.
First is the mysterious sights and sounds.
Professional ghost hunter Greg Newkirk stated that most hauntings are simply misinterpreted and not wicked.
“I believe that a lot of the classic signs that people encounter are mysterious noises that seem to come from places they can’t locate, a lot of bumping and scratching on walls, seeing full-bodied apparitions, and things moving from place to place when you haven’t touched them,” he stated in the article.
Second is Ectoplasm. Even the most experienced paranormal researchers are still baffled by ectoplasm.
It has reportedly appeared in the past through a spiritual medium during seances. In actual haunted houses, Newkirk has had firsthand encounters with the phenomenon.
Ectoplasm is a rare sight or experience at your average haunted house, but paranormal investigators view it as a surefire indicator that a paranormal force is at work.
Third is when one feels that he or she is constantly being watched. Although “feeling watched” cannot be measured, residents of real haunted homes frequently describe it.
However it is difficult to say for sure if this sensation has a natural explanation or a paranormal one.
Fourth is when things move on their own. This is where one knows the scenario is getting more serious as things generally do not move on their own.
Newkirk recalls seeing books being thrown in the air by an unknown force. He also states that he has seen a man drop his camera as there was something strangling him.
Fifth is personality change. When someone that you know very well has a sudden personality change after entering a certain place or a house, it could be an indication of paranormal activity.
Sometimes one might also feel disoriented physically and emotionally.
While exploring the infamously haunted Hinsdale House in New York, Newkirk claims to have encountered this type of paranormal activity.
“That’s a place where it’s a very extreme haunting. There’s something about that place when you walk into it, it gets very, very confusing. Some of the things that we started to see in this place and hear in this place—including drumming and strange lights—was very disorienting. I noticed that my mood would change when we were in this building and I would have to keep leaving it regularly,” he said in the article.
Here is another example of a paranormal expert, Sarbajeet Mohanty speaking about paranormal activities and incidents that he has faced while investigating.

However, do take note that none of the things mentioned above is an exact science. Paranormal experiences differ from one person to another and for the most part, there is always a rational explanation behind the allegedly “supernatural” incident.

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Baling MP Apologises In Parliament For Saying “Gelap” Yesterday

At the start of today’s Parliamentary sitting, Speaker Datuk Azhar Azizan @ Harun commented on what Datuk Seri Abdul Azeez Abdul Rahim (BN-Baling) said the previous day.
Yesterday, the afternoon session was cut short following an uproar when Abdul Azeez made comments that Opposition MPs found to be racist and sexist.
“Those words are offensive,” said Azhar today, “and I want him (Abdul Azeez) to apologise for them.”
Abdul Azeez then stood up and said he had no intention to call anyone “gelap” (dark).
“For 2 years I sat in the same spot and it’s dark there so we never get the attention of the Speaker. I meant the space. By God’s will I was also born dark and had no intention of calling anyone dark, and I apologise,” he said.
However, his apology was not enough for Kasthuriraani Patto (DAP-Batu Kawan) who had been speaking when Abdul Azeez shouted “Gelap! Tak nampak!” yesterday.
“No matter what reason given by Baling, it’s not appropriate as we know it’s not about this area being dark. Why does he have to say “wear powder”? That’s very sexist and racist,” said Kasthuriraani.
Azhar agreed but stressed that he considered the matter settled.
“I have said that was offensive, and asked him to apologise,” said Azhar.
Kasthuriraani pushed on, saying Abdul Azeez is a repeat offender and telling him to apologise and take back what he said is not enough.
However, Azhar said he would take further action if Abdul Azeez continued to make offensive comments and apologised to her himself.
Azhar said he also did not know she was the one speaking as she was sitting in the public gallery and he didn’t know how to address her at the time.

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Adibah Noor’s Last Film “Eraser” Now Available On Prime Video

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The late Adibah Noor carved a name for herself in the entertainment industry and her passing on 18 June 2022 shocked many, especially fans.

With it coming up to a year since she died due to stage 4 ovarian cancer, the last film project she worked on is now available for viewing.
Adibah, who was an English teacher broke into the scene as a singer and soon found a career in acting. While she is known for playing comedic roles, she also excelled in dramatic roles in films such as Sepet, Talentime, Mencari Rahmat and Juang.
Eraser by Mark Lee
Said to be her last film project, Eraser was in post-production when Adibah died.
Not to be confused with Arnold Schwarzenegger’s movie of the same title, this one is directed by Mark Lee See Teck and co-written with Tang Yen Yen and Siti Jasmina Ibrahim. Eraser sees Adibah playing the role of Khadijah.

It is a romantic, family drama and was expanded from a short film format of three minutes to a 94-minute feature, now available for streaming on Prime Video.
The movie carries a theme of unity, compassion, love, loyalty, respect and harmony in a bid to highlight the message that human ties do not get severed despite professing different religions.
The film starts off telling the story of a broken family. Eraser is a symbolism, taking from the object used to erase what one has written.
Adibah passed away three months after Eraser finished shooting.
It was released on Prime Video on 1 June for the South East Asian region.
Among the cast are Nam Ron, Angela Chan, Dhiya Ariffin and Alyssa Lee.
Prime Video
While many may be familiar with Netflix and Disney +Hotstar when it comes to streaming services, Prime Video does have its fair share of local content.
It contains exclusive Amazon Originals and other popular movies and television shows, including local Malaysian content.
According to its website, subscription is RM25 a month and requires an Amazon account.

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Chinese Premier Li Keqiang Congratulates Malaysia’s 10th PM, Anwar Ibrahim

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The Premier of China, Li Keqiang, congratulated Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on his inauguration as Prime Minister of Malaysia.

Li said China and Malaysia are long-time neighbours, and this close relationship has witnessed a great development momentum, Xinhua News Agency reported.

He said the two sides would continue strengthening mutual political trust and deepening win-win cooperation.
This contributes positively to the security and prosperity of the two countries and the region.
Li added that he is willing to work with Anwar to reaffirm the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries.
Li also said that both countries would also jointly move forward towards building the China-Malaysia community by sharing a future for mutual benefit.
Malaysia – China Foreign Policy Direction
Anwar has described ties with China as important and said he would build closer ties with Beijing and China’s rival, the US, and other partners such as the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).
Experts say that Anwar, regarded as ‘pro-West’ and has good ties with US politicians, is likely to take a more balanced approach as prime minister.
The US was, and still is, one of its largest trading partners for Malaysia.
US Secretary of State Blinken congratulates PM Anwar, looks forward to deepening friendship, cooperation with Malaysia https://t.co/PdfJzin4Wu— Malay Mail (@malaymail) November 25, 2022
Commissioner to the Independent Permanent Human Rights Commission (IPHRC) of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), Datuk Ahmad Azam Ab Rahman, said Malaysia must maintain its independent foreign policy.
Malaysia must not align with any big powers. Thus, strengthening relation with China is in the interest of our national economy, especially in view of that an economic crisis is looming.Commissioner to the IPHRC of the OIC, Datuk Ahmad Azam Ab Rahman, Malaysia’s China policy moving forward.
Commissioner to the IPHRC of the OIC, Datuk Ahmad Azam Ab Rahman. (Pix: OIC)
Malaysia has maintained cordial ties with China, which has been Malaysia’s top trade partner since 2009.
Malaysia’s total exports to China recorded USD3.923 billion in Oct 2022, compared to USD4.416 billion in the previous month. See the table below for more data.
#Anwar, #Malaysia's new prime minister, described China as "vital", saying he would strengthen relations with China rather than "maintain the status quo", especially in the fields of economy and trade, investment and culture. pic.twitter.com/N3Y5rzGGXU— Nadeem Xu (@NadeemXu) November 26, 2022
The Institute of China Studies Director at the University of Malaya, Ngeow Chow Bing, was quoted by South China Morning Post saying Anwar has more international exposure.
As such, the Tambun MP will pay more attention to international matters than his predecessors.
A possible thorn in the relationship between Beijing and Putrajaya is the Uyghur issues in Xinjiang.
In the past, Anwar had spoken out for the Uyghurs over human rights concerns.
READ MORE: Malaysia Has No Opinion On Uyghurs In China, Abstains From UN Vote
Finally we can tag @anwaribrahim on #Twitter about #Uyghur asylum seekers in #Malaysia, who is long opposed to their deportation to #China. Hopefully, he will stay true in his beliefs when he becomes the Prime Minister. pic.twitter.com/8UduwplEif— Uyghur Bulletin (@UyghurBulletin) May 10, 2018

Meanwhile, the Uyghur community also congratulated Anwar on his appointment as prime minister.
International Union of East Turkistan Organization (IUETO) president Hidayet Oguzhan said the Uyghurs are hopeful that close collaborations can be achieved with the Malaysian government.
We believe in Malaysia values for freedom and democracy in the Asia Pacific region, which has shown credible effort to stand up for the for Uyghur people of East Turkistan for years.IUETO president Hidayet Oguzhan to TRP on Malaysia being a beacon for democracy.
Hidayet, who recently came to Malaysia on a working visit, said that international communities, countries and institutions worldwide have been addressing the Uyghur cause in recent years.
READ MORE: Ministers, MPs, NGOs And Universities Express Support For Uyghurs, Call For Closer Collaboration
He added that China is accused of genocide and crimes against humanity, with atrocities committed against the Uyghurs.
As such, when reshaping foreign policy, the Malaysian government should never ignore the ongoing plight of Uyghur Muslims of East Turkistan, said Hidayet.
At the same time, he said the Uyghurs do not want Malaysia to undermine its bilateral relations with China.
Rather we are building a unique relationship that increases the awareness of the globally recognized cause of the Uyghurs.IUETO president Hidayet Oguzhan to TRP on what the Uyghurs expect from Malaysia.
Malezya Kuala Lumpurda Dr.ABDUL RAZAK’ı ile bir araya geldik, Güneydoğu Asya’da Doğu Türkistan meselesinde ortak çalışmalar yürütme hususunda müzakereler yaptık.Kendisi Malezya Başbakanlık Dairesi Ulusal Ekonomik Eylem Konseyi danışmanlığında da bulunmuştur. pic.twitter.com/kPr2KUq4CZ— Hidayet Oghuzkhan (@HOghuzkhan) September 3, 2022

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[Watch] This ‘Sporting’ Dad Drove Entire Family From KL To Perak For His Son’s 1st Date

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Not many people can say (or will at least admit) they were personally accompanied by a parent to their first date.

But for TikTok user @remydamak’s 18-year-old son, the first date was not only documented for thousands to witness, but RemyDamak personally drove his son all the way from Sungai Buloh to Taiping, Perak!
  @remydamak Cinta Antara Benua#tiktokmalaysia #viral #fypシ #lovestory ♬ Kisah Cinta Kita – Hafiz Suip
The 49-second video posted two days ago (18 October) currently has over 60,000 views and is a modern-day love story between a girl father and boy son.
A story that begins during MCO
TikTok user @remydamak, or Mohd Jasni Mohd Noh, revealed his son had met the girl during the Movement Control Order but neither had ever met the other in person.
Like a thoughtful 18-year-old (cause face it, at that age, most of us are not), Jasni’s son asked for permission to meet the girl but like any father would, he was hesitant to let him go because she stayed in Taiping.
I explained to him that I was worried because he has never seen this girl in person and of course I’m scared for his safety that he would get robbed or cheated on.Mohd Jasni Mohd Noh via Malay Mail
A story that continues with interstate travel opening
The date took place on a Sunday, about a week after interstate travel was allowed.
In the video that went viral, Jasni is seen documenting snippets of the road trip to Taiping with the whole family in tow.
He even snuck a sneaky shot of his son fixing his hair as soon as they arrived and clips of him nervously waiting for his date while already in the shopping mall.
Finally, Jasni’s son’s date arrives and after a few awkward shots of the two together, the two lovebirds go on their date at Starbucks while the rest of the family enjoy chicken rice.
Better relationship with his children
Apart from safety and wanting his son happy, Jasni added he wanted to build a healthier relationship with his children after having a not-so-good one with his own family.
When he asked if he would take the girl to be his daughter-in-law, he said the decision is up to his son.
Father of the year?
While this unusual act may not swing with other families, netizens were supporting Jasni and called him a ‘sporting father’.

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Help Me! There’s Something Stuck In My Ear!

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Have you ever woke up from sleep and suddenly there’s a loud buzzing sound in your ear? And you feel that something is moving in your ear? Enter the paranoia.

Bugs can crawl up or accidentally get stuck in your ear while you’re sleeping or enjoying your time outdoors. Whether in adults or kids, the insects do not discriminate.
Doctors have faced a lot of these bug-in-ear situations in their clinics. In some cases, almost every week. Parents would bring their children to them, explaining how their child had been crying and complaining of pain in the ear.
(Credit: Freepik)
For that, @MedTweetMYHQ, a medical twitter account for doctors in Malaysia, has shared some of the early steps you need to do if you have a bug in your ear.
Here are the recommended steps:
1. Don’t PANIC
This is extremely important not only to the child but also to the parents (aggressive parents make it hard to treat the child).
For parents, try to calm your children with good communication. They don’t need to imagine a bug digging their way through their brain (to reassure them that’s not possible).
2. Don’t try to insert cotton buds/keys/metal in the ear
This is common. And please, avoid it at all costs.
(Credit: Freepik)
This act can make the situation worse, pushing the insect further down the ear canal and damaging the middle ear or the eardrums.
3. Drop a few drops of olive oil into the ear
This method can suffocate and kill the bug, hopefully. If it’s dead, it won’t cause further complications to your ears, especially the big ones.
If they’re alive, they can sting or further burrow into your ear, causing discomfort.
4. If it’s outside, try to remove it
If you’re lucky and the bug is seen at the opening of your ear hole, you can try to remove it with your fingers or small tweezers, if you can.
But if it’s lodged inside the hole and you can’t see it, don’t probe further!
5. If it’s still inside, immediately go to the hospital
Even though the bug is dead, you have to immediately go to the hospital so the doctors can remove it for you.
If you leave the insects for too long, infections are prone to occur, and you don’t want that nasty pus or searing pain in your ear, do you?
(Credit: @MedTweetMYHQ / Twitter)
All in all, always remove the insect or have it removed as quickly as possible. If you tried at home and still can’t do it safely, see the doctor immediately.
According to Medical News Today, a study has shown that various complications are more likely to occur when an untrained person tries to remove something from their ear. Some potential complications include cuts, bruising to the external ear canal and ruptured eardrums.
Here’s the tweet for more info.

https://twitter.com/medtweetmyhq/status/1542861276548055040?s=21&t=9P96VGfQG0exab1x2vtaRQ

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28-Year-Old Feels Down And Depressed, Seeks Words Of Encouragement

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A 28-year-old man lamented that he had no success in his career and no money.

His health is also not good, making him doubt his life and future.
The man recently sent a message for help to TV host and radio DJ Fedtri Yahya, hoping to get motivation from the host and netizens.
According to a Twitter post by Fedtri, the man revealed that his contract with the company had just expired, and he was not re-employed.
Saudara ini memerlukan kata-kata semangat kita semua 🤲 pic.twitter.com/XNs2vkKlmO— Fedtri Yahya (@fedtriyahya) February 22, 2023
He is still looking for a new job but has been looking for a long time and has yet to find one.
At the same time, he had to go to the hospital for follow-up visits every month.
It made him worry about the impact of taking leave every month at his new job.
The man also faced financial hardship due to unemployment and health problems.
I am already 28 years old, my career has not yet stabilized, and my friends around me have already lived a good life. Every time I see my family, relatives and friends, I feel very embarrassed because my academic performance was poor when I was studying.The 28-year-old man on his predicament.
Because of all the misfortune, he prays to God to give him strength daily so that he can return to normal life as soon as possible.
The man’s sad tale has attracted the attention of many netizens, and everyone has left messages to cheer him up and persuade him not to give up.
A netizen suggested that the man enrols in the digital economy to become a freelancer and work from home.
Stop Comparing Yourself With Your Peers
Comparing yourself with others can be harmful for several reasons:
It can lead to low self-esteem: When you constantly compare yourself with others, you may feel inadequate or inferior, lowering your self-esteem and self-confidence.It can create unrealistic expectations: Comparing yourself with others can set unrealistic expectations for yourself, which can be difficult to achieve and leave you disappointed.It can be demotivating: When you see others achieving things you have not yet accomplished, it can be demotivating and make you feel like giving up.It can cause jealousy and resentment: Constantly comparing yourself with others can lead to feelings of jealousy and resentment towards those who have achieved more than you have.It can distract you from your goals: Focusing too much on what others are doing can distract you from your goals and prevent you from achieving the important things you need.
Remember that everyone has their unique journey in life, and comparing yourself with others will only lead to negative emotions and outcomes.
Instead, focus on your progress and celebrate your achievements, no matter how small they may be.

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Dr Noor Hisham Receives Award From His Alma Mater: UKM’s Medical Faculty

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So what happens when a graduate from your university becomes widely recognized as a national hero? You hit ’em up with an award!
Our esteemed Health Director-General Datuk Dr. Noor Hisham Abdullah, who is known as one of Malaysia’s key figures in the fight against the Covid-19 pandemic, was granted the 2019 Most Notable Alumni award by Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia’s (UKM) Faculty of Medicine for its inaugural Sanjungan Kencana Award 2020
The award is essentially the faculty’s way of honouring the achievements of its academics, staff and alumni for their excellence and contribution in the field of medicine.
Graduating with a Master’s degree in Surgery and a Doctorate of Medicine from UKM, Dr. Noor Hisham expressed his gratitude to be honored with such recognition from his former alma mater.

Who Is The Health Director-General And Why Does He Seem So Competent?

Ever one to share the credit, in a posting made on Facebook, the DG attributes the accreditation and his personal successes to the men and women in the healthcare service for their hard work, dedication, and integrity in the medical field.

This year, in embracing the new normal, the Sanjungan Kencana Award show was hosted live via video conference on Zoom and is also available for viewing on YouTube.

As part of the award, Dr. Noor Hisham also received a cash prize of RM5,000, a neat trophy as well as an award certificate from UKM.

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Covid-19 In Sabah: Young, Free Of Chronic Illness & In ICU Battling For Their Lives

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A hospital in Sabah worryingly revealed that some of their Covid-19 patients in Intensive Care Unit (ICU) are young with no history of chronic illness.

What you need to know: The Duchess of Kent Hospital (HDOK) in Sandakan, Sabah is currently treating 27 Covid-19 patients in its ICU ward where some patients battling the coronavirus are below 50 years and previously healthy.
Who said what: Duchess of Kent Hospital (HDOK) Director Dr Francis Paul told Bernama that a majority of Covid-19 patients who require ventilators are usually above 60 years old with a medical history of high blood pressure, diabetes, heart and lung diseases. But the hospital is witnessing a peculiarly high number of young and healthy patients admitted to the ICU after getting infected with the virus. “This goes to show that this virus should not be taken lightly as it could infect anyone,” said Dr Francis.
Why it matters: Sandakan is currently a red zone with growing Covid-19 infections, and the increasing number of patients requiring ventilators and intensive care is putting increasing pressure on the medical resources available. HDOK also treats Covid-19 patients from neighbouring districts Beluran, Kinabatangan, Telupid and Tongod but only has 100 beds available. On 13 October, Sabah reported 443 new Covid-19 cases.
Sabah laporkan 443 kes baharu, termasuk 162 saringan kontak rapat.Terdapat 4 kluster baharu dikesan iaitu Kluster Semarak, Bina, Sabindo dan Bestari. pic.twitter.com/ymLIZXntnr— KKMalaysia🇲🇾 (@KKMPutrajaya) October 13, 2020
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Some COVID-19 patients in HDOK’s ICU are young with no chronic diseases (Bernama)

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Some COVID-19 patients in HDOK's ICU are young with no chronic diseases


Survey Shows 7 Out Of 10 Health Workers Are Considering Resignation

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Mayday! Mayday!

Malaysia may just be bleeding talents faster than expected.
In a recent survey conducted by health news website CodeBlue, it was found that a total of 95 percent of 1,652 health personnel which includes government doctors and nurses in the country stated that the country’s public health system is facing a crisis, with 73 percent of them considering resigning.
The survey also found that only two percent of the total number of respondents disagreed with the crisis in the health system, while another two percent were unsure.
The results of the survey also found that 53 percent of the respondents, some of whom were professionals, agreed with the status of ‘very angry’ about the current situation of the public health system, according to a scale of zero to four.
Netizens shared their thoughts on social media on the issue with many also agreeing that being a health personnel was draining and tiring.
Twitter user @PEBin09 said she too had considered leaving her previous job in the health sector.
“Work and on-call until morning then next day continue working until evening. Driving back to work super drowsy. Never willing to go through that again,” she wrote.
On the other hand, Twitter user @junakarma said “It’s no longer something that we can deny. Most of my peers are at their lowest point.”
“I know it’s called ‘public servant’ but this is literally kuli, literally hamba (slave). Overworked, no off day, last minute changes in departments, no wonder people are willing to quit.”
Another twitter user @SeriouslyIffah said if there were any other pathways to become a surgeon in Malaysia, she would have quit KKM as well.
Meanwhile, the Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) has asked the Ministry of Health (MOH) to take the findings in CodeBlue’s survey positively and work towards speeding up reforms.“The findings confirm what MMA has been highlighting and that is that many public healthcare workers are frustrated with the system. Though only 1,652 participated in the survey, it should not be taken lightly,” said its president Dr Muruga Raj Rajathurai.
He added that the worrying issue is that not just the junior doctors are unhappy but even senior doctors and allied healthcare workers.
“If this many are thinking of quitting, we are concerned as to how long more can they endure the frustration while carrying out their duties. Will the health ministry’s planned reforms take place before they break down or leave for better opportunities?” he questioned.
While he agreed that the health minister has been working hard and has shown a strong commitment towards healthcare reforms, some of the improvements needed will need to be fast-tracked.
“We hope that as the government prepares for the re-tabling of Budget 2023, a more meaningful budget for health will be allocated with emphasis given to increasing and enhancing healthcare human resources.
“We believe the Prime Minister, who is a reformist himself, understands the importance of a resilient healthcare system and therefore we hope that the budget for health will be reflective of the government’s commitment towards the much needed healthcare reforms,” Muruga said.
Additionally, consultant paediatrician Datuk Dr Amar Singh HSS tweeted “MOH has been overworked, underpaid, and understaffed for a very long time.
“Seems no one wants to hear the cries of the staff. And the patients suffer.”
His tweet reflected on the 83 percent that felt that the government was being frivolous in dealing with public health system issues.
And the 80 percent of the respondents who agreed that they were not paid a fair salary, while 78 percent stated that their workload was too heavy.
A total of 74 percent felt they were facing pressure or ‘burnout’, and even 61 percent felt their career development in the country’s public health sector was not guaranteed.
More critically, 25 percent of the respondents admitted that they were bullied at work, and another two percent experienced sexual harassment at work.
The survey also found that 73 percent of government doctors (across seniority levels), pharmacists, dental officers, nurses, assistant medical officers, and allied health care workers in the public sector in Malaysia, are considering resigning from the public health sector.
In fact, more than half of them agreed that they would participate if any party organized a strike or hartal for professionals or health workers in the public sector, with only 14 percent expressing disapproval.
Interestingly, CodeBlue revealed that almost two-thirds of those who participated in the survey were medical officers, 64 percent, followed by graduate medical officers (11 percent), medical specialists (eight percent), pharmacy officers (eight percent), medical officers subspecialists (three percent), assistant medical officers (two percent), dental officers (two percent) and nurses (one percent).
Most of those involved are also those who serve in Ministry of Health (KKM) hospitals, which is 77 percent, while 16 percent in health clinics and another five percent in teaching hospitals.
What do you think about this situation?

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Azeez Rahim Discharged Not Amounting To Acquittal For 9 Corruption Charges Connected To Road Projects

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The Kuala Lumpur Session Court has today handed a discharge not amounting to an acquittal to all nine corruption and money laundering charges imposed on Baling MP Datuk Seri Abdul Azeez Abdul Rahim.

Judge Azura Alwi made the ruling after the prosecution’s request for an order to discharge Abdul Azeez as it needs more time to further investigate the cases following the latest representation by the former Tabung Haji chairman to the Attorney General’s Chambers (AGC) to strike out the three corruption and six money laundering charges that he is facing.
 “Therefore, the court ordered that the accused be released without being acquitted of the charge,” Azura was quoted as saying by Berita Harian.
The 55-year-old lawmaker faced three charges of accepting bribes amounting to RM5.2mil and six charges of money laundering in the amount of RM972,414.60, in connection to road projects in Perak and Kedah.
All the offences were allegedly committed at five different banks in Kuala Lumpur between 6 September 2010 and 10 April 2018.

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Thai AirAsia Chairman Apologised After Cursing Loudly During Virtual Town Hall

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Asia Aviation Public Company Limited (AAV) Executive Chairman Tassapon Bijleveld, who’s also the Chairman of Thai AirAsia Co Ltd, is accused of being unprofessional to staff during a recent virtual town hall.
Reportedly, the meeting took place to discuss matters relating to the airline’s partnership with the Indonesian multi-service platform, Gojek.
Recordings of the meeting circulating online caught Tassapon interrupting a female Thai staff member who was making an inquiry during a call which was also attended by AirAsia Group CEO Tony Fernandes.
“What’s your f*cking question? Come on. What’s your question? Come on, don’t talk a lot. Shut up, shut up. I know your question now, ” barked the Chairman before asking his Malaysian counterpart to step in and answer the woman’s question.
Tony meanwhile took a moment to praise the people present during the call for a job “well done” in dealing with Tassapon’s behaviour.
Tassapon Bijleveld, Chairman of Asia Aviation (largest shareholder of Thai Air Asia) clearly unfit to lead pic.twitter.com/BEc3aiB1I6— Pearly (@pearly_nsl) July 25, 2021
The video however sparked an online conversation on how the Chairman was disrespectful towards staff with many accusing Tassapon of being a bully and reprimanded him for the use of profanity in a professional setting.
1. @airasia is taking on @gojekthailand (on-demand multi-service platform)’s business in Thailand. In a video call, President (@airasia Digital) @aireenomar, CEO TonyF appear to smile when leader @tassapon uses profanity and bullies an @airasia Digital venture (Teleport) staff. pic.twitter.com/9R3JZ2ydAX— 🏴🏴Nick🏴🏴🍥 (@Nicholas_Gomez) July 25, 2021
There is no excuse for using profanity and here it’s clear he was bullying the staff who was trying to ask question. And he calls himself a leader. Great employer value proposition.— ScorpionPhoenix (@ScorpionPhoeni1) July 25, 2021
Some were even personally asking Tony for an explanation for what went down.
A screenshot of comments taken from Tony’s Instagram page.(Credit: tonyfernandes via Instagram)
However, people also suggested that the snippet of the meeting may have been taken out of context and people might be blowing things out of proportion
It’s not bullying come on. It’s inappropriate language and he shouldn’t be using it. We’re also only seeing a clip of the whole conversation so can be taken out of context but let’s not overreact. He needs to be reminded on his conduct and that’s it— John 🔴 (@John27_90) July 26, 2021
Probably taken out of context. How long was she rambling before the start of this clip. Could have been more than appropriate.— LAnotme (@JotnarSkaid) July 26, 2021
Apology to Allstars
Tassapon apparently released an apology video two weeks after the events of the town hall.
In an internal correspondence with staff members on social media, the Chairman apologised to everyone involved and promised that it wouldn’t happen again.
(Credit: Via WhatsApp)

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Here Are 5 Different Ways To Make Use Of Your Maggi For A Balanced Meal

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Malaysians just love their instant noodles, right? Especially Maggi. Frankly speaking, we don’t use the word instant noodles anymore here, we just refer to them as Maggi. It has become a generalized trademark for us.

 There has to be at least one packet of Maggi in your house right? No, we’re not saying we eat it every single day, we just save it for the rainy days (it’s not every day we can afford to eat Nasi Kandar 😭).
READ MORE: 5 Nasi Kandar Places You Gotta Try In Klang Valley (That Isn’t Pelita Or Kayu)
But if you just eat your Maggi plainly with no side dishes, it can be kinda boring and it won’t be a balanced meal. Thanks to Maggi’s recent ‘Sajian Seimbang Tanda Sayang‘ (A Balanced Bowl is a Serving of Love) campaign, they’ve prepared a few examples of a balanced meal with their classic Malaysian flavoured Maggi.
The campaign aims to advocate balanced eating among Malaysians as well as celebrate a mother’s inventive culinary skills in providing a healthy meal for her family.
(L-R) The launch of MAGGI ‘Sajian Seimbang Tanda Sayang’ campaign by Geetha Balakrishna, Business Executive Office of MAGGI, Nestle (Malaysia) Berhad; Sheila Rusly, celebrity mom entrepreneur and food enthusiast; and Wong Mei Ching, Group Corporate Nutrition Manager of Nestle (Malaysia) Berhad.(Credit: Maggi Malaysia)
Inspired by the Malaysian Healthy Plate (MHP) guide by the Ministry of Health Malaysia, they adapted the ‘suku-suku separuh’ (Quarter Quarter Half) concept in preparing their meals.
The Quarter Quarter Half concept tells you to eat a balanced meal by dividing your meal into 3 parts.
1/4 of the plate to be filled with carbohydrate sources (e.g. rice, Maggi noodles, bread or cereal)1/4 of the plate to be filled with protein sources (e.g. egg, tofu, meat or seafood)1/2 of the plate filled with vegetables and fruits
Here are some suggestions on what to add to your bowl or plate of Maggi to make it a balanced meal:
1. The Goodness Green Bowl
For this one, you can add some protein from the tofu and veggies such as mushrooms, baby corn, bak choy, carrot and seaweed.
This is meant for those going for a plant-based diet. It’s not a vegetarian or vegan option though, as you would need to use the chicken-flavoured Maggi as a base for this one.
(Credit: Maggi Malaysia)
2. The Busy Parent
Inspired by our local ‘Mi Ladna’, this simple dish is meant for those busy parents out there.
You can whip up a Maggi Kari and add shredded chicken and eggs for protein. Put in some vegetables like kailan, cabbage and carrot for the fibre and vitamins.
(Credit: Maggi Malaysia)
3. The Fussy Eater
For those with little fussy eaters, they need something attractive in their meals. Veggies and noodles? No fun!
Well, you can add some creativity by making your own meatballs with chicken meat and mushroom. Just blend them together with some chopped veggies and roll them into a ball. Add some seasoning while you’re at it. Then, there’s your protein.
(Credit: Maggi Malaysia)
Additionally, you can decorate your meal with veggies like carrots, corn and spinach to make the meal more appetizing. This dish is done with chicken flavoured Maggi.
4. The Golden Age
If you love Kerabu Maggi, then you gotta try this one. You can use the Tom Yum flavoured Maggi and add some prawns and squids for the protein.
The veggies, however, need to be cut into thin slices to give that perfect kerabu effect. The veggies needed are tomatoes, carrots, cabbage, cucumber, coriander, kantan flower, and kesum leaves.
(Credit: Maggi Malaysia)
5. The Zero Waste Hero
So what do you do with leftover fried fish? Make them into another meal of course!
You can use the asam laksa Maggi flavour for this one. With the leftover fish as the protein, you can add veggies such as cucumber, onions, kantan flower, kesum and mint leaves.
In addition, you can also add fruits such as chopped pineapples and squeezed calamansi. These can add a sweet and citrusy flavour to complement the Asam Laksa taste of the dish.
(Credit: Maggi Malaysia)
Ultimately, we think they’re missing one more way of doing Maggi that we Malaysians truly love. The Mamak Style Maggi Goreng. That thing just hits you so good. Put some chicken, egg and plenty of veggies, then we’ll be good to go for a balanced meal.
But that probably wouldn’t be a healthy meal if you fry them with too much oil. Okay, no wonder they left that out.
But hey, if you wanna look for other recipes using Maggi, you can check out their website here. From Murtabak Maggi to Maggi Goreng Tomyam, they have a lot of different recipes there. They even have other recipes without maggi too!

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Houseman Died In Just 3 Weeks Of Starting Work, Raises Questions About Work Conditions In Penang Hospital

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A medical houseman, who was posted to Penang Hospital on 3 April, died in a fall from his residence along Jalan Datuk Keramat on 17 April.

New Straits Times reported that the body has been sent for post-mortem at Penang Hospital and the authorities are waiting for the full report and results of lab tests.
For now, police are probing the incident as sudden death. However, Northeast district police chief Assistant Commissioner Soffian Santong did not rule out the possibility of the case being reclassified if fresh evidence comes to light.
The death of the houseman has raised questions about the toxic working conditions in the hospital.
New Straits Times also reported that lawmakers in the state urged the Health Ministry and the state Health Department to explain the death of the houseman since he was posted to the hospital three weeks ago.
A thorough investigation is needed
State Health Committee chairman Dr Norlela Ariffin and Bukit Mertajam member of parliament Steven Sim Chee Keong said health authorities must thoroughly investigate the incident because this was the second involving houseman in less than two years.
Dr Norlela brought up her own experience of a family member and friend who experienced lethargy from overwork.
She (my family member who was a houseman) experienced 27 accidents because of lethargy and survived all. Her friend, however, died. I remember a previous doctor who killed himself. But the response I got from the health authorities, including politicians, was that all doctors had to go through this rite of passage. It’s like an accepted culture in the medical profession.State Health Committee chairman Dr Norlela Ariffin
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Dr Norlela also compared Malaysia’s current working conditions to her daughter-in-law’s more humane work-life conditions in the ICU Trauma Hospital in the UK for the past three years.
Although the issue of overwork was due to the lack of manpower, she pointed out that many medical graduates waited for a long time for jobs and some did not even get it.
It is illogical for the Health Ministry to allow this to go on when doctors need to make life-death decisions when treating patients in the situation they are facing.State Health Committee chairman Dr Norlela Ariffin
Bukit Mertajam member of parliament Steven Sim Chee Keong said the Health Ministry must have a better management strategy.
It’s known as a “baptism of fire”
According to Free Malaysia Today, current and former housemen alleged that Penang Hospital is known for its toxic work environment. They said housemen go through a ‘baptism of fire’ if they get posted there and it’s the ‘worst hospital’ for trainee doctors in the country.
Other than being bullied by senior doctors, staff nurses joined in the abuse too.
A former houseman Arjun (not his real name) said immediate superiors and medical officers (MOs) are heartless and have no qualms saying hurtful words.
Everyone has their limitations, and people perform differently – these malignant MOs preyed on the weak ones. One doctor said I was hopeless and told me to go to the highest floor and jump off the building. When I said my life was more precious, and I won’t take my life, I had my stay in that department extended for two more months.Former houseman Arjun told Free Malaysia Today
He alleged that housemen face racial slurs from their MOs too.
I was asked to go back to tapping rubber, while the Malays were told to go back to the sawah (padi fields). I was depressed. We were made to work 18 hours straight. When those badly affected sought psychiatric help, they were made fun of and labelled as ‘mad.’Former houseman Arjun told Free Malaysia Today
A senior health ministry official denied the housemen’s claims and said there should be evidence to substantiate their allegations and that the focus should be on the houseman who recently died.
Hopefully, there will be a good resolution to come out of this soon.

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[Updated] Father Pleads For Help To Find Missing Teen Daughter

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UPDATE: Good news! Amirul’s daughter has been found and she is home safe with her family. Amirul and his daughter, Amira, thanked the public for showing their concern and their offer to help in the early stages of her disappearance.

A father recently sought the public’s help to look for his daughter, Amira Balqis, who allegedly ran away from home.
In a Facebook video, Amirul Rizal looked distressed as he shared his worries about his missing 17-year-old daughter who was last seen in Subang Jaya SS19.
He wasn’t sure if she has enough money and she didn’t bring her identification card (IC) and phone with her.
Amirul, who posted the Facebook video at 4.23am on Monday, said he couldn’t sleep and couldn’t wait for daylight so he could continue looking for his child.
He urged anyone who saw his daughter or has any information about her whereabouts to contact him.

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[Updated] Pasar Pagi, Pasar Malam, Bazaars To Resume Business June 15 With Strict Operating Times

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All our favourite pasars will be back for business on June 15. That includes pasar pagi, pasar malam, and also bazaars.
However, each market can only operate within strict timeframes.
Morning markets: 6am to 11amNight markets: 4pm to 10pmBazaars: 5pm to 11pm
Only take-away options are allowed with traffic flowing in a single direction with one entrance and one exit.
Stalls must be placed between 1.5m to 2m apart from each other. The pasars must be in an open-air location with a gated area to control the flow of traffic.
All vendors must wear personal protection equipment (PPE), gloves, and a face mask.
Regular SOPs apply, such as temperature checks for each visitor and providing hand sanitizer. Visitors are encourages to wear face masks of their own and complete their visit quickly. Vendors and customers must use the MySejahtera app.
Vendor stalls must also adhere to additional SOPs put in place from DBKL, such as the width of tables. Additional guidelines will be published on the DBKL website. Any vendor found to break these rules will have their business shut down.

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22 Frontliners At Tuaran Hospital Quarantined After Patient Tested Positive For Covid-19

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22 healthcare personnel at the Tuaran Hospital in Sabah have been quarantined after being exposed to a patient who was tested positive for Covid-19.
Some parts of the hospital had to be sanitised as a preventive measure and the medical centre is still operating as per usual.
Sabah Health Director Datuk Dr Christina Rundi said it was part of the standard operating procedures (SOP) to handle Covid-19 cases.
Meanwhile, Hospital Director Dr G. Mohan Gopal Naidoo said that although they are quarantined, it’s a normal procedure for those in the frontlines and it doesn’t mean that these medical workers are already infected.
If tested negative, the staff will be allowed to return and work again.

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Dr Mahathir In Self-Quarantine After Being Exposed To Covid-19

Former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad is under self-quarantine after being in close contact with Bandar Kuching MP Dr Kelvin Yii Lee Wuen who tested positive for Covid-19.
According to The Star, the latter was also in close contact with Sarikei MP Andrew Wong Ling Biu who tested positive earlier.
The Covid-19 has a death rate of around 2% but that number rises significantly when it infects the elderly.
The disease is also more likely to kill the unwell and men, according to reports, though chances of survival are higher if it is caught early.
In the meantime, 95-year-old Dr Mahathir, who is a trained medical doctor, has pointed out that quarantining oneself is important in addressing the disease.
“We must self-quarantine at home for 14 days. If we do that, there will be less possibility of the virus spreading to other people,” Dr Mahathir told TV3 in an exclusive interview.
However, he said not going out to meet people was easy for him.


Cow-lin Soccer: Cows Invade Pahang School & Leave ‘Presents’ On Football Field

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Students and teachers at the Maahad Tahfiz Al Istiqamah Islamic school in Kampung Padang Lalang, Pahang, have had enough of the herd of free-ranging cows stomping around and defecating on the school’s grounds for the past few months.

In a video originally posted by a man believed to be one of the school’s teachers, Zarimi Shubrawi, the school pleads to the cows’ owners to take responsibility for their animals and keep them off school grounds.
The video showed several cows grazing and chilling at the school’s football field, riddled with fresh cow dung.
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Zarimi revealed that the cows have been invading the school for the past five to six months and have been leaving “presents” to clean up every time students want to play ball.
This is a place for kids to play and it’s full of cow dung. We’re tired of cleaning and shovelling the poop every day just to play football.via Facebook.
He also said that the smell of excrement was disturbing classes and was a constant discomfort for the children who lived in the school’s dormitories.
He added that people have suggested that the school poison the animals, but they have been reluctant to do so. #stopanimalabuse
They are simply asking the cows’ owners, who remain unidentified, to keep the animals locked up in stables instead of bothering the school.

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They Are Dying: Hospitals Are Filling Up With The Young, The Unvaccinated, & Anti-Vaxxers

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The Emergency and Trauma Department head at Tengku Ampuan Rahimah Hospital (HTAR) in Klang suspects that the increased number of Covid-19 hospitalisation among young people is caused by vaccination-hesitancy.

Dr Ahmad Tajuddin Mohamad Nor said in a report, that the number of younger people hospitalised for Covid-19 has outnumbered the elderly since the fourth wave of the pandemic that began in late June.
Two-thirds of the Covid 19 patients there are under 60 years old and have not been vaccinated.
He began to suspect that vaccination-hesitancy was the cause when more and more vaccination facilities, such as walk-ins, were made available. But, the patients that kept coming in were still unvaccinated.
The Ministry of Health (MOH) corroborated Dr Ahmad Tajuddin’s conclusion stating that almost 80% of those hospitalised in Malaysia are unvaccinated.
He believes that some young people still believe they have enough protection against Covid-19 without the vaccination
HTAR director Dr Zulkarnain Mohd Rawi confirmed the trend, estimating 70% of admissions were unvaccinated. He said that about 80% of deaths occurred among the unvaccinated.
But It Gets Worse
Dr Zulkarnain also said that the younger patients at HTAR tend to have comorbidities, obesity and because they never went for a checkup, undetected diabetes before hospitalisation.
According to MOH data, all registered adults in Malaysia have received at least one dose and are waiting for their second dose.
About 6% of residents in Malaysia or 1.46 million have not registered for vaccination. These include the diehard vaccine sceptics or people who were not able to overcome barriers to access, be it technical or geographical.
The percentage of anti-vaxxers is small, the number of deaths and hospitalisations has not stopped them from discouraging people from getting their shots.
At the same time, they want all the perks of being fully vaccinated and have resorted to fake digital vaccination certificates and endangering people at restaurants, cinemas and across interstate lines.

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Agong Might Announce New PM After Meeting Malay Rulers Today

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Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah is reportedly expected to announce Malaysia’s next Prime Minister after meeting with the Malay Rulers today.

Reuters reported that the conference will start at 2:30pm.
The race for who will be the next Prime Minister came about after Prime Minister Tan Sri Mahiaddin Yassin announced his resignation on live television – ending the rule of Parikatan Nasional which lasted for around 17 months.
There have been two candidates for the position but reports suggest that former Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob might be in the running now with the support of 114 MPs. The other likely candidate is PKR President Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Recently, these MPs were called to Istana Negara to declare their support to the Former Deputy Prime Minister and it included prominent names such as Malaysia’s sixth Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak and UMNO President Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.
READ MORE: 114 MPs Summoned To Istana Negara

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[Watch] Detached Escalator Handrail At MRT Station Scares Commuters

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A loose escalator handrail believed to be at the MRT Muzium Negara has shocked some commuters.

A netizen Zulfadhli (@zulfadhlizahir) posted videos and a picture showing the rubber covering lifting off the handrail while the escalator was in use.
A few of the commuters using the escalator could be seen looking at the faulty handrail worriedly.
Ngeri juga handrail escalator tercabut dekat MRT pic.twitter.com/6ealD4oFxr— วน๖ค๑นē (@zulfadhlizahir) January 4, 2023
MRT and Rapid KL have reached out to Zulfadhli and thanked him for alerting them about the issue.
They have forwarded the matter to the respective operator to fix the issue.
Netizens found the situation both comical and sad. One of the netizens said the MRT was opened in 2017 but felt like it had been running since 1917 due to its facilities.
Maaf atas kesulitan วน๖ค๑นē. Kami telah kongsikan dengan pihak fasiliti untuk segera membuat semakan. Terima kasih. -Mike— Ask Rapid KL (@askrapidkl) January 4, 2023
We apologize for the inconvenience. We will share this with the operator of the MRT Putrajaya Line/Kajang Line @AskRapidKL. If you require immediate response from the operator, you can also contact Rapid KL directly @AskRapidKL— MRT Corp (@MRTMalaysia) January 4, 2023
MRT kita ni bukak tahun 2017 tapi awat facilities macam bukak since 1917. 😅 https://t.co/pKWmLGwFWl— Dik Cerdas (@AizatSays) January 4, 2023
Nape cam funny 😭 https://t.co/B1Jiy6JVeN— cacap 🌃 (@rlsyraf) January 4, 2023

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Hijabi cosplayer finds overwhelming support for Star Trek outfit

For those who don’t know what Star Trek stands for, Gene Roddenberry presented his vision of the future: a utopia where humans have gone past the need for greed, war, or money.
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He also focused on showcasing diversity in the TV shows. Much of the show’s themes focused on inclusivity, learning about (alien) races, and respecting differences.
Which is why, when historian Blair Imani added a hijab to her cosplay of Lieutenant Commander Geordi La Forge from Star Trek: The Next Generation, the fandom rose up to support her against the usual internet trolls.

Some people didnâ€™t like my hijab being added to a Star Fleet uniform. Luckily TRUE FANS of @StarTrek know that diversity is KEY to Roddenberryâ€™s vision. Thank you to everyone defending me against the trolls. Lots of love 💕 pic.twitter.com/bwVgap6CfO
â€” Blair Imani (@BlairImani) July 22, 2019

The actor LeVar Burton himself has given his blessing, calling it “the best cosplay ever” of his character Geordi.

Best cosplay of Geordi, EVER… courtesy of my friend @BlairImani Thank you, little Sister, you honor not only me, but all the kids out there who saw LaForge as a hero. #bydhttmwfi https://t.co/zNAVwXTwuf
â€” LeVar Burton (@levarburton) July 20, 2019

Of course, anything that is in the least bit interesting on the internet draws haters, and many took to Twitter to denounce her effort, going so far as to “cite” the show itself.

The Federation rejected all religions and your beliefs are mocked as primitive by The Next Generation.
â€” Jared Frost Brickey (@JaredBrickey) July 22, 2019

Roddenberryâ€™s trek universe didnâ€™t have religion in the federation. And all earth religions were just gone. They were a hurtle humanity had overcome. Thatâ€™s why the bad guys had religions on the show. Roddenberry saw it as something to fight against using truth and logic.
â€” NtPotUS (@ntpotus) July 22, 2019

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But of course, there are also fans who understood Roddenberry’s optimistic future and came to her (and Roddenberry’s!) defense.

You represent exactly that Roddenberry had in mind when he created this universe. Acceptance, diversity, respect are core values and any Trek fan knows this. LLAP
â€” Deena L. … wishing I was @STLV 🖖❤ (@deena7202) July 22, 2019

So we can have people of color, people with disabilities, Vulcans and half Vulcans, Klingons, androids, telepaths, genetically enhanced individuals and genius preteens on the bridge. But we canâ€™t have a hijabi. Whatever happened to Trekkies supporting diversity?
â€” Karim (@KarimMRZ) July 22, 2019

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“Are you Children of the Sun?”
“Well, if you’re speaking of worships of sorts, we represent many beliefs.”
Septimus and Dr. McCoy, “Bread & Circuses”
And that’s really the perfect answer to such questions.
Trek on, Blair.
â€” Dayton Ward (@daytonward) July 22, 2019

Yeah, I know Rod was an atheist, me too. It doesn’t change that respecting other cultures was an ingrained part of Star trek, it doesn’t change that trek has a obvious take on this kind of pettiness, and it doesn’t change
â€” ROU Good Faith Argument (@VeryRedBike) July 23, 2019

Blair Imani hasn’t let the hate stop her, though. She has another cosplay prepared for the Official 2019 Star Trek Las Vegas Convention, this time as fan favourite Guinan, played by Whoopi Goldberg.

Only a few days until @CorpusRen and I hit #STLV Can you tell who Iâ€™m cosplaying? Hereâ€™s a hint: Sheâ€™s a great listener and appears in @StarTrek: The Next Generation 🖖🏼💜 pic.twitter.com/ttTWzdOBEz
â€” Blair Imani (@BlairImani) July 30, 2019

Picture credit: Nerd News Today
We can’t wait to see more of what she has to show us!

When a Star Trek cosplay makes you weep a little and reaffirms the power of Star Trek to inspire and change, you know it’s a good start to the day. Thanks so so much for this!
â€” Ritterton (@Ritterton) July 21, 2019

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Charities Urged To Register With MoF So Covid-19 Donors Qualify For Tax Exemptions

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Malaysian charities collecting donations to help the victims of Covid-19 are urged to register with the Ministry of Finance (MoF) so that their donors can receive tax exemptions.
Senior Minister (Defense) in the Prime Ministerâ€™s Department, Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob advised charity organisations to do so after both the Inland Revenue Board (IRB) and the MoF said in March that tax deduction incentives will be given to those who donate towards the countryâ€™s fight against the pandemic.
On 24 March, Finance Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz said in a statement that his ministry welcomes the generosity of all Malaysians who would like to contribute and donate towards addressing the outbreak, whether as individuals or as a corporation.
Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz released the statement following the Economic Action Council announcement. (Credit: Wikiwand)
He shared that government-linked companies (GLCs) had, at the time, donated a total of RM60 million in the form of medicine, medical equipment, and personal protective equipment (PPE) to the Ministry of Health (MoH).
According to him, the MoF has approved a tax deduction for contributions and donations in cash and in-kind by individuals and corporates to the Covid-19 Fund and the MoH.
The corporate sector is encouraged to emulate the generosity of GLCs in assisting national efforts to combat the Covid-19 outbreak.Finance Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz via The Edge Markets
Meanwhile, on 26 March, the IRB said that the tax incentives for donations of cash and items to the MoHâ€™s Covid-19 Fund are provided under the Income Tax Act 1967.
On the other hand, for donations to the Covid-19 Fund under the National Disaster Management, Prime Ministerâ€™s Department and contributions to any other organisation, these are approved under subsection 44 (6) of the same act.
IRB offers tax incentives for both cash and item donations. (Credit: Malay Mail)
In order to receive these tax deductions, donors would need to obtain a receipt with an official stamp from the charity organisation according to the format issued by MoF. These apply for both cash donations as well as item, equipment, or services donation.
Taxpayers are advised to keep the transaction record as well as receipt or document so that it can be used as a reference when filing the Income Tax Return Form (BNCP) and for review by the IRB.IRB via Malay Mail
For donations of equipment or items, documents required would include an official receipt or letter of acceptance from the recipient body; and letter of acknowledgement of service value or project cost value from the relevant government agencies.

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Are Politicians Fooling Themselves Into Believing Their Own Spin?

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Is it true that politicians are hypocrites who often present falsehoods for career survival?

The people had been expressing their feelings and reactions through social media on the various behaviors and actions of the country’s politicians when faced with the floods.
They have uploaded and shared a number of videos that, among others, show the negative reactions of flood victims towards ministers visiting the affected areas.
The people can also be seen expressing their frustration and or delivering hard-hitting criticism of the government’s rescue efforts.
Public Cynicism Intensifies Against Embattled Government
Among the videos were those uploaded by Twitter user @Farid Reduan, who apparently recorded his video in Bukit Changgang, Selangor.
The video showed a convoy of official government cars escorted by police passing several individuals resting in a blue tent.
A woman in the tent then made cynical comments about the convoy.
Thank you, to the many of you. Wow, many (cars) came to help the flood victims. Tomorrow the flood has receded, come again yes… bye.A woman’s comment to a passing convoy of VIPs
“BESOK BANJIR DAH SURUT DATANG LAGI YE” https://t.co/M8GLgOMphS pic.twitter.com/wudQFIUzuU— فريد (@f4ridreduan) December 22, 2021
Where Is The Government In Times Of Disaster?
Another video was uploaded by a television journalist, which showed a senior citizen known as Pak Din at a temporary evacuation center (PPS) at SK Teluk Gong in Klang, Selangor.
After the reporter said there was a shortage of food and water supply, the man was seen scolding at the top of his lung against someone (not in the footage).
We can only expect help from good samaritans. Where is the government? What is your responsibility? We chose you to manage our administration and security. Where is the National Security Council? Where is the Social Welfare Department? Senior citizen Pak Din berating the government for its incompetence
Luahan mangsa banjir Pak Din yg kini berada di PPS, https://t.co/JzsdVW0f75 Teluk Gong. Mereka kurang bahan makanan malah air juga. Ada yg hanya alas perut makan biskut kering & maggie. Difahamkan 1500 mangsa ditempatkan disini@IsmailSabri60 @AmirudinShari @BuletinTV3 pic.twitter.com/GxLQCP5bcJ— Norfazilah Mohd Sahir (Fazy Sahir) (@FazyNewsMPB) December 19, 2021
Criticized For ‘Drive-Through’ Outreach
Another video uploaded by Twitter user @Haziq Asyraf Jr showed Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob talking to a woman from a car window.
The woman was heard as saying that her house was in a higher area and the area on the inside was more severely affected.
The Government was in total paralysis, clearly too disorganised to respond quickly to the flood disaster that left thousands of people without any safety net, when they needed it most #DaruratBanjir pic.twitter.com/uQfSalJN15— HAZIQ ASYRAF JR (@Haziq_Escobar) December 20, 2021
Looking At The Onlookers And Bystanders
Meanwhile, a video uploaded on TikTok showed Finance Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz on a boat and heading towards the roof of a flooded house.
The boat was full of other people and the person recording the video claimed it was filled with ministerial officials, security guards and cameramen.
Did he went to help someone? It looks like he needed the most help just to get off that fully loaded boat.. pic.twitter.com/8h548WTJ4I— Patrick™ (@patricklsk) December 21, 2021
Why Politicians Must Print Their Face All The Time?
There was also a picture uploaded on Twitter user @CenPolo, which showed a number of donation boxes printed with the Perikatan Nasional (PN) logo.
Also printed on the boxes is the face of Kuala Langat MP and former PKR vice-president, Datuk Dr. Xavier Jeyakumar.
Bantuan lambat sampai sebab tunggu kotak berlogo siap. Patut lah. pic.twitter.com/Qz6hBQKNLO— Cen Polo (@CenPolo) December 22, 2021
Help is slow because need to wait for the box (to be printed) with the logo. No wonder.Twitter user @CenPolo on politicians putting their face on aid for flood victims
There Is Hope, After All
While some politicians can make the people feel depleted and taken advantage of, there are still many who really find happiness in helping others.
Among them are a bunch of youngsters gathered by the Malaysia United Democratic Alliance (MUDA).
MUDA volunteers helping flood victims to clean up their house. (Credit: Fernando Fong)
They had been going around in Selangor, knocking on doors and asking flood victims if they need help with cleaning up.
Its coordinator, Zayd Shaukat, said the volunteers come from different areas such as Kuala Lumpur, Shah Alam, Kota Raja, Subang and Sungai Buloh.
So far, in Selangor, they have been doing cleanup in several places including Bukit Launching, Bestari jaya and Taman Sri Muda.
Hopefully this will be a catalytic effect for young people to seek solutions, take action to help the rakyat and, collectively, advance real, meaningful change.MUDA coordinator Zayd Shaukat to TRP on the volunteerism by youngsters
The MUDA volunteers helped from morning till late afternoon. (Credit: Fernando Fong)
An elderly resident in Taman Sri Muda, James Ong, commended the youngsters for their initiative.
Ong, who had been living in there since 1986, said the youngsters can be the driving force for change in society.
My family have been cleaning the house for three days and it’s still unfinished. Thankfully the youngsters from MUDA came along. I hope it will inspire more Malaysians to help out, as so many houses are in shambles.Taman Sri Muda, James Ong to TRP on the help from MUDA
James Ong (right) giving the thumbs up to MUDA volunteers. (Credit: Fernando Fong)
Any Sensible Person Acts With Knowledge
At times, social media can contribute to political misperceptions because information flowing across them could be inaccurate.
Often we’re so busy thinking of what we want to say that we don’t listen as much as we’d like.
But at the end of the day, if the rakyat are making noises, its because they want to hold the politicians accountable for the benefit of everyone.
If the politicians’ thinkings are spot on, their implementations work, and their words are good, no one would raise the issue of accountability.

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KL’s Thaipusam Procession Allowed To Proceed In Compliance With SOPs

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The traditional chariot procession bearing the statue of Lord Murugan that is held every year in Kuala Lumpur in conjunction with Thaipusam celebrations will be allowed this year, too.

According to news reports, the National Security Council (NSC) has approved for the processions to proceed in Kuala Lumpur during next week’s celebrations in compliance with standard operating procedures (SOP) stipulated by the Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL).
Federal Territories Minister Tan Sri Annuar Musa said the chariot procession from the Jalan Bandar temple to Batu Caves will take place on 27 January and return on 29 January.
Only 10 people will be allowed to accompany the procession, the chariot will not be allowed to make any stops and no music is allowed.
MKN telah meluluskan Deva Murugan di bawa dari Temple Jalan Bandar ke Batu Caves pada 27hb dan akan dibawa pulang ke Jalan Bandar pada 29hb.Syaratnya Chariot tidak boleh berhenti di mana mana,pengikut tak lebih drp 10 org, tiada music dll.Seperti biasa DBKL akan pantau PEMATUHAN— Annuar Musa (@AnnuarMusa) January 23, 2021
Meanwhile, earlier this week (20 Jan), Kedah Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor announced that due to the Movement Control Order (MCO), Thaipusam celebrations in Kedah will be cancelled and there will be no public holiday to commemorate the festival either.
Thaipusam is a festival observed by the Tamil Hindu community when the full moon occurs in the Tamil month of ‘Thai’, which tends to fall sometime in January or February.
READ MORE: How One Man’s Dream Made Batu Caves The Heart Of Malaysia’s Thaipusam Celebrations

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Pumpkin Spiced Drinks Back In Starbucks At The End Of October

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2020 has been a gloomy kind of year, but now that we’ve moved into “autumn”, it’s a little more comforting to stay-at-home during this pandemic.

After all, autumn is the season of snuggling in blankets and being cozy with pumpkin spiced everything!
Starbucks’ ever-popular Pumpkin Spice Latte (also known as PSL) is back, and this time with two new friends: the Pumpkin Spice Cream Cold Brew and the Pumpkin Spice Nitro Cold Brew.
The PSL (left) and the new Pumpkin Spice Cream Cold Brew.(Credit: Starbucks Malaysia)
The PSL features notes of pumpkin, cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove in a signature espresso and milk medley.
The new drink Pumpkin Spice Cream Cold Brew is a new take on the pumpkin series since 2003, featuring a finish of pumpkin-flavoured cream cold foam which is made with real pumpkin!
The next new drink Pumpkin Spice Nitro Cold Brew has an addition of golden pumpkin spice sauce in addition to the pumpkin-flavoured cream cold foam as well.
The drinks will be in store beginning 29 October. If we’re going to be stuck at home anyway, why not spice up your life with a little PSL?

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Heavy rainstorm got 18 students evacuated from class and damaged 19 other schools in Perlis

A class of primary school students were left soaking wet after heavy winds blew away the top of their classroom during a rainstorm in Arau, Perlis yesterday. (guess the ones that didnâ€™t shower that morning got lucky…)

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The 18 students from darjah tiga were just about to start with their first class of the day when â€˜Mr. Monsoonâ€™ came knocking, giving the whole class a period off.

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Fortunately, none of the students were injured.
After being safely evacuated from the affected building and getting some nice, dry clothes. All of them were sent back to class, to continue on like nothing happened. (Younglings can’t get a break?â€¦ guess theyâ€™d just have to wait for Jerebu season)

(Picture Credit: Dun Talk Cock Lah)

Though the students were gratefully unharmed during the storm, the school however didn’t quite do so well. It is estimated that the cost of repair for the badly damaged buildings (plural. Another class got blown away too, but it was empty, soâ€¦) will cost about RM150,000.

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But good olâ€™ Mr. Monsoon had more surprises in store for the hardworking pupils of Perlis. (when it rain it pours right…)

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State department officials are saying that the heavy rainstorms that occurred just that morning, had caused damage to 19 other schools. (no estimate yet to how much that will cost…)

(Picture Credit: CHEEZburger)

No injuries were reported from the 16 SKs and three SMKs that were damaged. And school sessions are set to go on. (education must continue!)

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The storms that lashed several parts of Perlis and Kedah was also reported to have damage six other houses during its reign. (the winds were strong enough to uproot trees guys…)
The Southwest monsoon winds that began in early May is expected to continue till late September with the country set to receive bouts of dry and rainy weather.
Then come September, be ready to welcome Mr. Monsoon in his full force as the monsoon transition is expected to crank up the humidity and bring with it heavy thunderstorms, strong winds and a whole lot of rain.

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The Malaysian MeteorologicalDepartment predicts that the country will be pounded by rainfall during the late afternoons and early evenings throughout the season. (traffic jams here we come…)
Best be ready to get wet in the coming months people!

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Health DG Explains Why Workers Were Wearing Pink Wristbands On Construction Site

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Health Director-General Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah assures Malaysians that viral images showing 2 foreign workers wearing pink quarantine wristbands at a construction site in Klang Valley, was no cause for alarm as they were closely guarded and not allowed to leave.

On social media, the DG explains that the workers were among 264 individuals who were tested for Covid-19 as part of mandatory surveillance screenings and not because of close contact with positive cases.
Dr Noor Hisham also elaborated that construction workers were given the quarantine wristbands to ensure that they don’t leave the confines of the site, which is also where their lodgings are located.
READ MORE: Tenaganita: Abuse Of Migrant Workers Widespread Problem In Malaysia
Work at the site was temporarily put on hold to allow for disinfection and the developer were required to ensure that all its employees abide by the quarantine. Security was posted at the construction site and police also came by daily for inspection.
The DG said that the workers were released from quarantine on 15 November 2020 after their tests came back negative.

However, the DG revealed that one positive case was confirmed from the screenings, which involved a worker who was living off-site. Eight other individuals were also identified for having close contact with the latter.
These individuals are being quarantined for 14 days from 7th till 20th November.
Confined and controlled
According to Dr Noor Hisham, there are 2 active Covid-19 construction site clusters in Klang Valley – the Damanlela cluster with a total of 1338 positive cases and the Merpati cluster with 52 infections.
These clusters are currently confined to construction workers and have not yet spread to the surrounding community.
The DG hopes to bring the construction site clusters under control as soon as possible.

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Dr Noor Hisham: Damanlela Covid-19 cases confined to construction site, not out in the wild


Ten Ringgit Plate : Kare Raisu – Home Edition

We started our Ten Ringgit Plates series to showcase all the best places to get filling and delicious meals at RM10 or lower. During the Movement Control Order (MCO) period, we even did two episodes on the best RM10 plates that you can get delivered.
This time, however, we added a little twist and brought our series home to show how you can get a great home-cooked meal at just RM10 per plate.

Watch our how our hungry host, Anne, makes her signature Kare Raisu (Japanese curry rice) at just RM10 per plate, with the help of our friends from HappyFresh:

Here’s the list of ingredients we got from HappyFresh to make this dish:
Vermont Curry mixKokumaro curry mix Nichifuri Unagi furikakeYellow onionsCarrotsRusset potatoesMinced chickenCeleryCalrose rice
Apparently, the secret to making great Japanese curry is to mix two different curry roux together. #TIL

(Credit: TRP)

The whole process didn’t take Anne more than 20 minutes – so not only is this an affordable and wholesome dish to make, it’s really easy to prepare as well!
Happy cooking!

This video was sponsored by HappyFresh. Get your freshly handpicked groceries delivered to you at your convenience here.
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