7 Places To Bring Your Dad To During Father’s Day In Selangor

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With Father’s Day just around the corner, Tourism Selangor has rounded together some of the best Father’s Day activities in Selangor!

There are various Father’s Day activities in and around Selangor and most of them are ideal for all ages. So bring your whole family too, while you’re at it. There’s no better way to spend Father’s Day than with your family, right?
So, go out this weekend and show your number one man a good time at these places:
1. Fishing at Jeti Sirip Biru, Bagan Lalang
The Jeti Sirip Biru located in Bagan Lalang is a popular destination for seafood enthusiasts (Local Fishing Center).
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This area is famous among fathers who love fishing because it offers various fishing packages including deep-sea fishing and fishing in raft houses. There are more than ten raft houses available here, where anglers can spend the night with the family or join an event there.
Visitors can stay and spend the night in the raft house provided on the banks of the river while enjoying leisure fishing activities. This is a great place to find calm and tranquillity along with your family members.
Address: Jalan Kijeng, Kampung Bagan Lalang, 43950 Sungai Pelek, Selangor
Opening Hours: Open 24 hours
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2. Play Golf at Amverton Cove Golf, Pulau Carey
At Amverton Cove, families can spend time together while dads play 18 holes of golf on a course that has won numerous awards.
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Amverton Cove Golf Course is a great place to play golf for both pros and beginners alike. The golf course is in a beautiful location, with beaches, ponds, lakes, mangrove forests, and lots of greenery. Six holes are surrounded by a mangrove forest, and a path that goes to the back of hole 4 leads to a 70-meter walk through the tidal forest.
If your dad loves golfing, this is a great place to spend Father’s Day at.
Address: PT673, Jalan Pulau Carey, Mukim Jugra, 42960 Pulau Carey, Selangor
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3. Learn and Play Archery at Stars Archery, Sunway Pyramid
Stars Archery is the largest indoor long-distance archery operator in Malaysia, with the goal of bringing everyone to the fun of archery.
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This attraction will show your friends and family the unique and exciting sport of archery. They have qualified archery instructors on hand to help and make sure you’re shooting the arrows right. Anyone of any age can try out archery and have fun here.
Additionally, experienced archers who wish to use their own archery equipment at the range are also welcome to do so under certain terms and conditions.
Address: F1.26, 3, Jalan PJS 11/15, Bandar Sunway, 46150 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Opening Hours: 10 am – 10 pm
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4. Karting at Morac Go Kart Track, 1 Utama, Petaling Jaya
Release the Lewis Hamilton within you with Go-Kart racing (it ain’t really F1 but can lah)! Morac Go Kart Track is just 20 minutes away from the city and is located in Selangor’s most popular shopping complex, 1 Utama Shopping Center.
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The 420-meter field is designed so that everyone can enjoy karting without hesitation. Whether your dad or you are first-timers or seasoned drivers, everyone can enjoy a safe and fun time driving the all-new Sodikarts around the circuit.
The Morac Go Kart Track is suitable for the whole family, including children as young as seven (as long as they exceed their height restrictions). Take a look at their promos here.
Address: Morac Lot 60947, 1 Utama Shopping Centre, No. 1, Lebuh Bandar Utama, Bandar Utama, 47800 Petaling Jaya, Selangor. 47800 Petaling Jaya, Selangor,
Opening Hours:  1 pm – 9 pm (Weekdays)10 am – 10 pm (Weekends)(Closed on Mondays)
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5. Lunch at House of Kambing, MAEPS Serdang
House of Kambing Restaurant, located at MAEPS Serdang, serves one of the best roasted lambs (Kambing Bakar) in Selangor.
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Because the restaurant specialises in the “Farm to Table” concept, every meal on the menu is assured to be exceptionally fresh. They offer good food also at a reasonable price.
The exceptional lamb preparation, marinating, and cooking will leave you wanting more. Their speciality here is the ‘Kambing Bakar’ with steamed rice, costing around RM17.00. To browse more, take a look at some of their menus here.
Address: Jalan MAEPS 4/1, 43400 Serdang, Selangor
Opening Hours: 11 am – 6.30 pm (Closed on Fridays)
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6. Visit National Automobile Museum, Sepang
If your father is a car enthusiast, he would probably enjoy seeing old cars here at the National Automobile Museum, located at the Sepang International Circuit.
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The introductory segment of the National Automobile Museum, which covers the history of Malaysia’s transportation development and early cars, is on display on the ground floor. You’ll get to see cars such as the Brushmobile, Ford Speedster and Alvis Tourer here, and find out a lot of information on automobiles, for free.
As you know, the Sepang International Circuit hosts sporting events such as Formula One races, International Super GT Series races, and MotoGP races. DRB-Hicom, PROTON, BUFORI, MODENAS, and PERODUA are some of the Malaysian companies that contribute to and improve the Malaysian automobile sector. With that said, various collections of the company’s cars and motorcycles are on display here too.
Address: Sepang International Circuit, 27, Sepang F1 Circuit, 64000 Sepang, Selangor
Opening Hours: 9 am – 5 pm
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7. Staycation at Nafas Cube, MAEPS Serdang
With its distinctive and comfortable accommodation, NAFAS Cube provides a quiet retreat away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
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The site, which is fully operated by the National Farmers Organization (NAFAS), is a popular destination for visitors looking for a unique and thrilling agro-tourism experience. NAFAS Cube offers hotel-style rooms with a container and sewer-based concept (concrete sewer pipes).
Take your dad on a camping or glamping trip here as they offer both options for those who wanna enjoy the wild and those who want to enjoy nature comfortably.
Check these places out too if you and your dad like glamping.
READ MORE: 9 Glamping Places In The Klang Valley To Fulfill Your Adventurous Dream Vacation Glamorously
Address: Jalan MAEPS 4/1, 43400 Serdang, Selangor
Opening Hours: 9.30 am to 7.00 pm
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Father’s Day is an important celebration that you should not miss. There are lots of things to do in Selangor, especially with your dad. Take him and the whole family on these trips and enjoy quality time together! Hopefully, it’ll be one of the best memories of you and your dad together.
You may log on to Tourism Selangor’s official website for inspiration on your travel to Selangor, or follow Tourism Selangor’s official social media accounts: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, and YouTube.
READ MORE: Here Are 9 Exciting Places That You Can Enjoy With Your Kids In Selangor

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Flood Damage: Get Up To RM1,000 For Your Vehicle Repair, Here’s How

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The recent flash flood that hit Klang Valley had once again left thousands of cars were damaged and broken down.

And sadly, a large number of those cars will incur a costly repair.
Most Malaysians do not have natural disaster coverage on their insurance policies because it costs more.
Not to mention that many do not expect floods to happen that frequent and at such scale in city areas.
READ MORE: KL Underwater Again: Malaysians Share Scenes Of Flash Floods In The City
Thankfully, the government is providing aid to victims who suffered vehicle damage due to floods.
The Malaysian Family Automotive Assistance or Bantuan Automotif Keluarga Malaysia (BAKM) provides discount of at least 25% for repair work, free vehicle towing and discount vouchers up to RM1,000 (50 percent discount on car spare parts for Proton and Perodua).
BAKM overview. (Source: Facebook)
BAKM covers private passenger vehicles, motorcycles, pickup trucks and vans damaged by the floods.
The cost reduction will be applied directly from the total cost of the repair or replacement through invoices issued by service centers and authorized distributors.
A number of automotive companies, with a network of more than 1,800 registered service centers nationwide, had agreed to participate in the BAKM initiative.
BAKM list of registered automotive companies. (Source: Facebook)
The assistance can be applied for by those affected until March 31 through the official portal https://bantuanautomotif.hasil.gov.my.
Manual applications can also be made at any Disaster Operations Control Center (PKOB) as well as the nearest Inland Revenue Board (LHDN) branch.
Applications can also be made at the LHDN Satellite Office (PS), LHDN Revenue Service Center (PKH) and LHDN Urban Transformation Center (UTC).
Applicants can refer to the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) uploaded on the official portal of Bantuan Banjir Keluarga Malaysia for more information.
Extended Coverage
If you had sent your vehicle to a worskhop not registered under BAKM, fret not.
Due to the monsoon period, the aid is extended to include unregistered workshops starting from 18 December 2021 to 31 March 2022.
Applicants can apply for assistance through the following steps:
Fill in the online automotive assistance application form by logging in to https://bantuanautomotif.hasil.gov.my.In addition to the online application, you can simply go to any branch office of the LHDN near you by taking the application form there, fill it in and send it back to the officers and staff on duty.Submit the completed form together with proof of car repair and overhaul receipt.
BAKM for unregistered workshops. (Source: Facebook)
BAKM (Unregistered Workshop) Eligibility Criteria
Malaysian citizen.Head of Household (KIR) registered with the Temporary Evacuation Center (PPS) / Disaster Operations Control Center (PKOB) / National Disaster Management Agency (NADMA).Privately owned vehicle [Head of Household (KIR) / Member of Household (AIR)] damaged due to flood based on the attached receipt.Vehicles not covered by natural disaster insurance.Only private vehicles that are NOT DELIVERED to a service center / authorized distributor registered with the participating company are eligible to make a claim (for claims under unregistered workshop category).
Payment Status Update
The BAKM payment for unregistered workshop is in stages from 28 February 2022 onwards.
The money can be cashed out at Bank Simpanan Nasional (BSN) from 2 March 2022 to 30 June 2022.
Notification of approval will be made via SMS to the mobile phone number registered in the application form.
You can also check your status online at the following link: https://bantuanautomotif.hasil.gov.my
For more information, click here.

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TikToker Cooks Edible Straws With Ice-Cream To Make “Carbonara”

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We all have different pasta preferences to cook with our sauce, right? Whether it’s fettuccine, angel hair, regular spaghetti, macaroni, or more.

However, TikToker @kumpenghan made a bold video by cooking a carbonara with… straws and ice cream.
And netizens have a lot to say about it.
In the TikTok video gardening around 650 K views with around 50 K likes and 2.5 K comments currently, this user showed us a step-by-step process in making the quirky meal.
From the sourcing of the main ingredients to the simmering of the sauce, this is an in-depth tutorial. Credit: @kumpenghan / TikTok
Starting off with getting the abundance of straws at The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf along with a drink, the user then stopped by Mcdonald’s drive-thru to get one sundae cone.
Next,  some garlic is sauteed with ground beef and salt. Then, in comes the whipping cream and milk, like your regular carbonara sauce.
The TikToker then added the said ice cream along with some pepper. Gave it a gentle stir, and the sauce is done.
This is where it gets exciting. The user then showed the process of unwrapping the CoffeeBean straw packet, one by one for about 15-20 straws. Then they are boiled and strained. Pasta’s ready.
We don’t come by this every day now do we? Interesting idea.Credit: @kumpenghan / TikTok
Finally, the creamy sauce is then poured onto the purple pasta and the meal is served presentably.
For the call to action (CTA), the TikToker told the viewers to follow this particular TikTok and wait to see part two of the video for the ultimate taste test.
The netizens are in awe with this user’s rendition of ‘saving the turtles carbonara’. Some expressed their concerns while some just find it amusing.
“It’s like watching a kid play with dirt,” a TikTok user commented along with other stunned comments.

Some are horrified by the combination of ingredients.

“Lah, it’s flat rice noodles (Laksam),” joked one netizen.

Some users also expressed worries about how The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf is going to react to this.

Besides a disagreement on the way the straws were taken, a person also sided with the peculiar but could-work combination of ice cream with carbonara sauce.
“Honestly, I don’t really mind the ice cream… because I sometimes put chocolate in my curry… honestly, it tastes so good… it’s like a Mexican twist a bit”. Now, this is fascinating.

There actually IS pasta shaped like straws called Bucatini, but we’re not sure this is what the Italians had in mind.
Experimenting with food can be fun sometimes. Peculiar recipes can either go surprisingly good or terribly wrong. It’s either of those two. It’s like throwing a dice.
Watch the full viral TikTok video of the “Carbonara Pasta” here.

  @kumpenghan They say the straw is turtle friendly. What could go wrong? #coffeebean #straw #Mcd #carbonara #recipe ♬ Comical and a little silly carefree music(831995) – Etsuo Kawasaki

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How To Prevent Yourself From Getting Water-Borne Diseases From The Flood

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Although the floodwaters are beginning to recede in some areas, they can still prove to be a public health hazard.

Other than harbouring germs and bacteria in the water, the murky waters might hide sharp and broken objects underwater.
According to the Health Ministry, the diseases often diagnosed from flood victims are typhoid fever, cholera, hepatitis A, dysentery, leptospirosis and food poisoning.
In order to keep your family and yourself as safe as possible, here are some tips by the Health Ministry to protect everyone from injuries and water-borne diseases:
Selain daripada kemungkinan berlakunya peningkatan kes COVID-19, KKM juga menjangkakan bahawa akan terdapat peningkatan kejadian penyakit berjangkit berkaitan banjir. KKM menasihatkan orang ramai yang terlibat di kawasan banjir untuk mengambil langkah-langkah seperti berikut: pic.twitter.com/5OKl59AeG3— Noor Hisham Abdullah (@DGHisham) December 21, 2021
1. Don’t play in floodwaters
Some children find it tempting to jump into the floodwaters to play but it’s not safe to do so.
Other than increasing the risk of getting water-borne diseases and drowning, there could be wild animals such as monitor lizards and snakes swimming around too.
2. Wear a lifejacket
You may be a strong swimmer in the swimming pool but it won’t help much when you’re in a large body of water with unpredictable currents.
It’s still safer to equip yourself with a lifejacket especially if you’re a volunteer trying to help and rescue the flood victims.
Wearing a lifejacket is important. Image: Malay Mail
3. Rinse the whole body with clean water
Once you’re out of the floodwaters, remember to rinse the whole body with clean water and also wash your hands with soap.
4. Don’t use the floodwater for anything
The floodwater is not a flowing stream in the jungle. It’s not safe for drinking and cleaning the body or the house either.
This is because the floodwater contains various contaminants such as animal carcasses and waste from septic tanks.
5. Keep the living areas clean
Insects such as flies and mosquitoes are going to be rampant during this time. The only way to keep them at bay is to keep the areas at home or the evacuation centres clean.
Flies and mosquitoes are not only irritating but they can transmit diseases to humans too. To find out how to keep the living areas free from these bugs, check out the article below.
READ MORE: Why You Should Be Afraid Of Mosquitoes & Flies, Especially After A Flood
Wear gloves while cleaning to protect from cuts. Image: cottonbro/ Pexels
6. Wear protective gear while cleaning
With the waters receding in some areas, many people are starting to clean up their homes.
Before you do, remember to put on protective gear such as gloves and boots to protect yourself from injuries just as cuts.
You still need to wear a mask while cleaning the home because the pandemic is still not over.
READ MORE: 8 Real Tips To Clean Out Your House After A Flood
7. Seek medical attention
Please seek immediate medical attention if you are experiencing symptoms such as a fever, diarrhoea or vomiting.

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Gov’t Thinking About Extending AstraZeneca Vaccine To Those Outside Of Klang Valley

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The government is looking to offer AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccines for Malaysians living outside of Kuala Lumpur and Selangor.

Minister of Science and Technology, Khairy Jamaluddin said that 1.1 million more doses will be arriving this month and added that the government wants to reach out to those without internet access.
This was as soon as the government announced that the AZ was going to be part of the national immunisation programme. This resulted in our decision to carve out AZ from the mainstream programme and have an opt-in programme. As soon as we announced the carve-out, about 80% of those who cancelled on MySejahtera re-registered for their appointments. So this is the data that we have showing how there was vaccination hesitancy.Minister of Science and Technology, Khairy Jamaluddin via The Star
It’s reported by The Star that another 600,000 doses are expected to come in on June, with another 400,000 coming in July.
This will continue in August and September, as Malaysia will receive a batch of 1.2 million AstraZeneca vaccines, Khairy said.
Meanwhile, Malay Mail reported that the AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine will be given out on a voluntary basis after the first opt-in application rollout was well received.
The vaccine’s roll-out programme which offered the vaccine recently recorded 268,000 registrations in the span of three hours.
We have closed the AZ wait list. There are more AZ vaccines scheduled for delivery. We will prioritise those on the wait list when the new shipment arrives.— Khairy Jamaluddin 🇲🇾🌺 (@Khairykj) May 2, 2021

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Video: Wild crocodile spotted chilling in Shah Alam

All those with herpetophobia â€“ an irrational fear of reptiles â€“ might want to stay clear of Shah Alam for a while, as a wild crocodile was spotted swimming near the flood gates of Sungai Renggam in Section 17 here yesterday.

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In a video currently making its rounds on social media, the reptile can be seen treading its way across the waters surface with only the head and top-dorsal part of its body visible.

Selangorâ€™s Department of Wildlife and National Parks (Perhilitan) director Haidar Khan Mokbolhasan said that a report officially came in about the animalâ€™s sudden appearance through the departmentâ€™s hotline at 2pm.
Haidar Khan explained the water levels at Sungai Renggam had risen over the past days following heavy downpours and the river, which was one of the tributaries of Sungai Klang â€“ a well-known habitat of the carnivorous Saltwater Crocodile – Â was merely separated by a flood gate, making it not impossible for the animal to traverse the two waterways.

Being a hyper-carnivores predator living at the very top of the food chain, the saltwater crocodile can be found across the Peninsular and East Malaysia. Males can grow up to 6 meters in length and tend to get ferocious during the mating season where they fight for the right to breed. (Picture Credit: Image by pen_ash via Pixabay)

Since a department team was dispatched, there has been no further sightings of the animal, however Perhilitan will continue its monitoring of the area in case the croc decides to show up. (so guess he wants to play hide an go seek *laughs in buaya*).

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â€œWe will set a trap if the crocodile is found to threaten human lives, but if it was said that someone only caught a glimpse of the crocodile, there is no need to set a trap because the river is indeed a natural habitat of the crocodileâ€
 Selangor Perhilitan director, Haidar Khan
In recent years there’s been a spike in wild crocodile sightings occurring near human populated areas.

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In February, a juvenile croc, which was believed to have been a released by unknown individuals (who in their right minds would keep a man-eating reptile as a pet?) was spotted cosying around the Shah Alam Lake in Section 14.
In 2017 alone there were 33 reports of crocodile sightings very close to human developed areas and towns in Klang, Kota Kinabalu, and Penang.
Even an island off the coast of Sabah had been apparently overrun by these cool-blooded (pun intended) creatures.

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RELA Officers Have Been Trained To Handle Outbreaks Like COVID-19

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The government has so far deployed about 50,000 security personnel nationwide to be at the forefront in the fight against the spread of COVID-19.
This personnelâ€™s main objective is to ensure that the public adheres to the Movement Control Order (MCO), and they are made up of the Royal Malaysian Police (RMP), the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF), the Immigration Department, and volunteers from the Peopleâ€™s Volunteer Corps (RELA).
Coming from diverse backgrounds, a total of 200 RELA personnel have left their families behind to be deployed to three districts: Kangar, Padang Besar, and Arau from 18 to 31 March.Â
The RELA personnel are also the ones helping Orang Asli communities to block main roads into their settlements. This is part of their initiative to prevent outsiders from entering their village in line with the MCO.
Orang Asli People’s Volunteer Corps (RELA) manning a gate at Kampung Orang Asli Pos Betau in Lipis. (Credit: NST)
They were given the honour to join others on the front line and face the risk of contracting the virus because they are the ones who have completed the necessary courses, especially the â€˜Crisis Respond Teamâ€™ (CRT) module.
The CRT module prepares RELA personnel on dealing with disasters, such as floods, emergencies, and the outbreak of diseases such as COVID-19. This qualifies them to patrol and enforce the MCO side by side with the police and the army.
Their hard work is paying off. Senior Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob recently reported that 90% of Malaysians are adhering to the MCO.Â

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4 Subang Students Rushed To Hospital After Inhaling Leaked Gas

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Four students at SMK USJ 14 in Subang Jaya were rushed to Shah Alam Hospital after reportedly suffering from nausea and dizziness.

The Malay Mail reported that the group of Year 5 students were conducting experiments in the school laboratory at 1.20pm and accidentally inhaled gas from a leaking Bunsen burner.
Selangor fire and rescue department director Norazam Khamis (pic right) said all four students are now in stable condition.
Fire rescue personnel have been sent to the school to ensure the school was safe and free from leaking gas as well.
In a separate incident, an 18-year-old teenager was injured in a gas explosion at a restaurant in Jalan Bidara, Saujana Utama 3, Sungai Buloh at 12.30pm on 20 June 2022.
A cooking gas leak was believed to be the cause of the explosion and a small fire which destroyed 30% of the premises.
The victim suffered burns and was treated at the Puncak Alam Hospital.

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BPN 2.0 – Who Can Get, How Much & When Will The Money Arrive?

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Bantuan Prihatin Nasional 2.0, (a.k.a. BPN 2.0) has opened for registration on 15 October with cash aid handouts for Malaysians affected by the pandemic.

Here’s everything you need to know about who is eligible, how much you can get and when you’ll receive the money.
How to apply for BPN 2.0
If you’ve already registered for the first round of BPN aid, all you need to do is wait for the money to come into your bank account.
For first time applicants, you can apply online at the BPN website (HERE) by filling out the form with your personal particulars and bank account details.
Click HERE for the guide to applying BPN2.0.
You can also check the status of your application on the BPN website (HERE).
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Who can get BPN2.0 and how much?
BPN 2.0 cash aid is available for four categories:

READ MORE: B40, M40 & T20 – The New Figures In 2020
When will I get the BPN 2.0 money?
The BPN 2.0 payment will be made in two instalments, one at the end of October 2020 and one at January 2021
Finance Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz explained that the payments will made beginning 26 October as below:

The payments will be deposited into the bank account registered.
For those who do not have a bank account, the money can be claimed in person at Bank Simpanan Nasional counters from 26 October until 31 December.

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KL College Student Arrested For Selling Ganja Brownies

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While most people are busy baking kuih raya cookies and brownies, a private college student was allegedly busy baking space brownies.

The 19-year-old was nabbed for allegedly distributing “ganja brownies“. Police confiscated 6 kilogrammes of weed brownies called “brownies khayal” in a raid at Jalan 9, KL last Saturday (25 March) at 5 pm.
(Credit: Harian Metro)
As reported by Harian Metro, Acting Kuala Lumpur Police Chief, Deputy Comm Datuk Yahaya Othman said the police arrested a 19-year-old local man and confiscated six kilograms of cake containing marijuana worth RM21,000.
Further investigation found that the suspect did not have a record of past offences. We are currently investigating where he obtained the cannabis.Deputy Comm Datuk Yahaya Othman, Acting Kuala Lumpur Police Chief
They believe that he has been actively distributing these brownies for about three months. However, he tested negative for any type of drug.
The suspect was remanded for seven days to assist in the investigation under Section 39B of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952.

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[Watch] Workers Tossed Around By Wind At KL Skyscraper

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Workers at the TS Law Tower in Kuala Lumpur clung on for dear life yesterday evening (22 February) when the gondola they were on got stuck and swung violently out of control off the side of the skyscraper due to heavy winds.

A video capturing the harrowing moment showed at least three people being tossed around on the platform as it swung and spun around high above the ground, hitting the side of the building and damaging some parts of it.
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Luckily, all of the workers managed to save themselves and no one was reported to be hurt from the incident.
The Kuala Lumpur Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) received a 999 call about the incident at around 3.56 pm, but the workers got themselves down safely before rescue arrived.
(Credit: BernamaTV via Twitter)

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Manager buys meal for customer unable to pay

Here’s a story to prove the generosity of Malaysians!
Filmmaker Gary Chong recounted an act of kindness from a KFC manager a few weeks ago at the Bandar Sunway branch.
As online banking and credit card systems go offline at midnight, Gary found himself unable to withdraw cash from nearby ATM machines.

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Thinking that KFC as a large franchise eatery should accept credit cards regardless, he made his way there and ordered his food.
When it was time to pay, the cashier explained that the credit card terminal was offline.
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As Gary turned to leave in hunger, he was stopped by the manager of the chain, offering to pay for the meal.
The manager, now identified as Nazrin Ramli, insisted that a customer should not have to go hungry and paid for the food himself.

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It’s a heart-warming story of how Malaysians should treat each other: with love and compassion.
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Second Phase Of MCO Crucial To Determine If Malaysia Succeeds At Fighting Covid-19

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The second phase of the Movement Control Order (MCO) is critical to determine if Malaysia succeeds in combating Covid-19.
According to the Health Director-General (DG) Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah the following weeks are crucial to see whether actions taken by the nation in response to the pandemic were effective at managing the viral plague.
The DG clarified that Malaysians play a vital role in flattening the infection curve and putting a stop to the outbreak as the public is directly responsible for breaking the chain of infection with appropriate quarantine and social distancing measures as well as correct hygiene maintenance.
Flattening the curve means slowing the rate of infections so that the nation’s health systems are not overwhelmed by sick patients.(Credit: Wired)
The doctor also explained that statistically, 2 specific age groups have been identified with the highest recorded infection rate in the country being, 26 to 30-year-olds and those between 56 and 60 years of age.
Dr Noor Hisham says that for the younger cases, it’s likely that the infected came from groups of students returning home from overseas or those who regularly go out and disobeyed quarantine orders.
While the latter group of patients included heads of the households who were probably infected while venturing out for supplies during the MCO.
(Credit Recruiter/Malay Mail)
The following weeks would also determine if the current MCO period set to end on April 14, would be extended.
Senior Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob was quoted as saying that the length of the MCO would depend on how Malaysians abide by the rules that are put in place.
The ones who can make sure there will be no 3rd phase, 4th phase and we can celebrate Hari Raya as usual are you, the peopleâ€¦ If we continue to comply with every directive and SOP issued by the government, I believe we need not worry about an extension of the MCO.Senior Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob as reported by Malay Mail
As of April 1, Malaysia recorded a total of 2,908 cases of infection and 45 casualties from Covid-19.

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What Is The “Ghost Month” And How Does It Affect You?

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The Ghost Month falls on the seventh month of the Lunar calendar, which happens to be from 29 July to 26 August 2022.

This means that during this time period, you will see people burning joss sticks, leaving food on the sidewalk, and even full stage performances to an empty crowd.
READ MORE: Should You Be Afraid Of Or Celebrate The Hungry Ghost Festival?
Although the Hungry Ghost Festival falls only on one day (12 August), the entire month is considered the Ghost Month, and here’s why.
Offerings displayed during the Ghost Month.(Credit: Flickr/Cattan2011)
The Gates Of Hell Are Open
Basically, during the seventh lunar month, the gates of hell are open to allow ghosts to return to the living world in search of their family, food, and entertainment. (So essentially, even the ghosts get a month-long holiday!)
But because the gates of hell are very big and heavy, it takes two weeks for the gates to open fully. After all, these are gates to a whole ‘nother realm, so certainly the size will have to befit its significance.
Probably like this but way bigger and more crowded.(Credit: Pexels/Mo Eid)
Then the gates will stay open for a full day, which is the 15th day of the lunar month, the Hungry Ghost Festival. On this night, the gates stand fully open and all the ghosts will have come out to play.
After that, the gates will slowly close again, and take 2 weeks to completely shut. During this time, the ghosts will slowly trickle back into Hell before the doors shut to avoid being left behind in the realm of the living.
So What?
Well, it really depends on your belief, but as a general rule, it is advised to be more cautious during this time period.
This includes avoiding dark and dingy areas, staying out too late, water-related or dangerous activities and such.
Spirits are often said to lurk around in bodies of water to drown the living and ‘take over’ their lives…(Credit: greystorm/Unsplash)
Other advice may be a touch more superstitious, such as not taking pictures at night (lest you see something unwanted), hanging laundry at night (lest the ghosts decide to “try on clothes” and be brought home with you), and talking to yourself (lest ghosts see this as an invitation to interact with you).
Some superstitions even say you shouldn’t tap other people on the head or shoulders as it may put out the ‘soul fire’ and cause an adverse stroke of bad luck.
But perhaps above all, simply ignore weird, unexplainable, or strange happenings during this month, lest you find yourself the star of a horror movie.
If you hear a crying baby in the middle of the night in a secluded area… Walk away.(Credit: BigStock)
If you have religious or superstitious friends, don’t take it personally if they decline your invitations to hang out for dinner or supper.
The closer the date gets to the Hungry Ghost Festival, the more likely they will choose to stay at home after the sun sets instead. Some families may even ban leaving the house at night entirely, even to throw the trash!
But Is It Bad?
Although it’s also known as Hell and is generally similar in concept, the Chinese understanding of Hell isn’t really all fire and brimstone.
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Most ‘ghosts’ are just deceased souls who did not manage to ‘move on’ to be reincarnated, not demons or ghouls or otherwise (though these beings are also from Hell).
Instead, the ghosts are often held back by their connection to the living realm in some manner or form, such as worldly desires, regret, or unfinished business.
Most of them just want to see their families again, which is why the Hungry Ghost Festival is also a time for ancestor veneration. Families will provide prayers and pay respects to their deceased elders and ancestors, thanking them for looking after and guiding the family from the afterlife.
A family provides offerings to their ancestors on a table heavily laden with food.(Credit: slayer/Flickr)
READ MORE: Hungry Ghosts Are Not Malicious, They Just Wanna See Their Families
What You Can Do
For the most part, daily life does not change. People still go to work and meet friends and do everything they used to.
But it also pays to be a touch more respectful, and don’t knock over food offerings on the roads or be unreasonably provocative. After all, who knows? With the supernatural, it may be safer to err on the side of caution.

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Baby named Google gets gifts from Google, now Malaysians want to name their kids ‘Birkin’ and ‘RHB’

An Indonesian couple in West Java received a surprise call from a Google representative who congratulated and sent well-wishes to their 6-month-old baby Google.
Well-wishes wasnâ€™t the only thing they sent to the family.

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Google had hired a taxi to personally deliver swag to the couple, who live some 1 hour away from Jakarta city centre.

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Google (yes, just the one name ONLY) was born Nov 30, 2018, but had only gone viral last week when his mother shared his birth certificate on social media.

Google’s birth certificate(Pic Credit: Asia Wire)

Andi Cahya Saputra and Ella Karina, parents to Google, explained that they were attracted to the meaning of Google (OK not really the mom, it was the dad).

We hope Google becomes a useful person to society
 Dad to Kumparan, local Indonesian newspaper.

Baby Google with his parents and elder sister.(Pic Credit: Kumparan)

Have you seen Google Play (pun intended)? Well here’s a picture of Google playing with his grandma.
Google Play (pun intended)Pic Credit: Kumparan)
Google Indonesia on Twitter also started a quiz about #bayigoogle.

📣 Welcome to the world, #bayiGoogle! We think that is a cool name too.
Ada yang tahu gak, kalo Google lahirnya kapan dan dimana?
â€” Google Indonesia (@Google_IDN) July 1, 2019

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Netizens now have their own plans.

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So what do you want to call your unborn child?


One-Off RM150 For 2 million Youth Under E-Pemula Scheme

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Youths between the age of 18 and 20, including full-time students in higher learning institutions will see RM150 credited on a one-off basis into their respective e-wallets under the proposed RM300mil e-Pemula programme.

Finance Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz said that the e-Pemula programme, which will be launched soon, would benefit over two million youths in the country.
He added that there are also a number of funds and financing facilities targeted to aid the youths in Budget 2022.
“For example, if you are a young entrepreneur, there is the RM150mil Young Entrepreneur Financing Plan offered by Bank Simpanan Nasional and Agrobank.
“Additionally, since 2019, the government has been providing a RM900 allowance to students undergoing industrial training programmes to ease their financial burden,” he said.
Tengku Zafrul advised the youth to familiarise themselves with investing and also the importance of practising sound financial management.
“To achieve financial well-being, you need to familiarise yourself with the concept of self-control and get acquainted with the world of investments, as well as takaful and insurance plans that will, to some extent, help ensure this.”

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Siti Bainun’s Lawyers Under Fire For Posting Photos Online With Heart And Peace Signs, Netizens Think It’s Tone-Deaf

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The case concerning Siti Bainun Ahmad Razali, the founder of the Rumah Bonda welfare home, and Bella, the 13-year-old girl with Down Syndrome whom she allegedly abused has become a hot topic again among netizens due to one of the lawyers.

READ MORE: TLDR; #JusticeForBella Trending Di Media Sosial. Beberapa Pihak Bongkar Segalanya
Siti Bainun has a team of lawyers and one of them, Hafidzah Hassan, shared some case details on Twitter.
Hafidzah shared details from her cross-examination with the fifth prosecution witness, Yasmin Nahar Mahmood, an  18-year-old resident of Rumah Bonda.
However, what irked netizens more was the group photo attached together in the Twitter thread. The photo showed the group of lawyers and Siti Bainun (in red) with peace and ‘heart’ signs.
Sebahagian cross examination oleh peguam siti bainun kepada Saksi pendakwaan kelima. THREAD pic.twitter.com/BZyxAEEuGn— HafidzahHassan (@hafidzahhassan1) April 14, 2022
Netizens said they understood that criminals have the right to be represented by lawyers but the lawyers shouldn’t behave gleefully especially when they’re defending a criminal.
For most of the netizens, the laidback or cheerful attitude conveyed by the lawyers was unbecoming and showed a lack of compassion and conscience for Bella who was abused by Siti Bainun.
They also questioned the motive of the lawyer for sharing the cross-examination details.
Ape motif thread ni ya? Seronok betul buat mini love, buat peace.. budak tu dah cukup azab si bainun ni kejekan😪— RabiaHidyh🤍 (@Heyyrabio) April 14, 2022
Cross examination to undermine the credibility of witness je la korang boleh buat. It still doesn’t deny the fact that penderaan berlaku. Next time dekat court professional sikit. I was there sambil geleng kepala tengok team ni.— Think Before Following (@Viallithe) April 14, 2022
I could understand this is your work. But it’s quite suspicious when you share about this on socmed. Even in tiktok. Before this, you didnt share about the cases you handled isnt it?— Heather 🌻 🇵🇸 (@Aateen_) April 14, 2022
Even lawyer Syahredzan Johan said he wouldn’t take photos with criminals and post them on social media although he believes criminals have the right to legal representation.
Another netizen said sharing details of the court case in public while it’s ongoing can be considered sub judice.
I have represented individuals who I personally think are scum of the earth. But even scum have the right to legal representation. Everyone has the right; this is the principle I believe in.But I wouldn’t take photos with these kind of people and post them on my social media.— Syahredzan Johan (@syahredzan) April 15, 2022
When lawyers talk about ongoing cases, especially high profile ones & there has been quite a few, I do wonder if it really is just for their branding / marketing or is it to skew public opinion? Either way, if a case is still ongoing, it’s sub judice.— Cassandra Lee 🇲🇾 (@cassleeyy) April 14, 2022
Another netizen compared Siti Bainun’s legal team to the lawyers who defended known serial killers and pointed out the differences in behaviour.

What has the court heard so far?
According to Malay Mail, the Sessions Court was told yesterday (14 April) that Bella was fed rotten chicken mixed with chilli, chilli flakes, vinegar, turmeric, salt and soy sauce during the fasting month by Siti Bainun.
The witness Yasmin said Bella was told by Siti Bainun to finish the rice although she was already full because she ate in secret when Siti Bainun wasn’t at home.
Siti Bainun forced Yasmin to fry the rotten chicken thighs for Bella to eat. Siti Bainun also fed Bella 20 chilli padi and asked another Rumah Bonda resident Aida to count the chillies.
On top of these cruel acts, Siti Bainun also kicked Bella in the stomach for not listening to her instructions. She also threatened to pour hot water on Bella if Bella failed to finish all the chillies.
She would instruct Yasmin and Aida to hold Bella and force her to kneel.

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PUBG Mobile esports teams to represent Malaysia in Thailand tournament

There’s no shortage of young Malaysian talent representing our country with pride at overseas championships.

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In addition to wonderful divers, speedcubers, and Scrabble champs, we now have our own Malaysian representatives to compete against other Southeast Asian countries on their way to being PUBG Mobile esports champions.
PUBG is a popular online multiplayer shooting game that has dominated the top spot for mobile games in Malaysia’s app stores.

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The PUBG Mobile Club Open (PMCO) Fall Split semi-finals will be held in Bangkok this coming September.
16 qualifying teams from all over Malaysia played the qualifier rounds earlier this weekend at the Quill City Mall.

4 teams have made it to the PMCO semi-finals: Victorious In Play, AROV Esports, Junior Talent, and Team Secret.
From there, our Malaysian teams will have to compete with other teams from Indonesia, Thailand, Philippines, Cambodia, and Vietnam to qualify for the finals.

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We wish them all the best and make Malaysia proud in Bangkok!
If this inspires you to kickstart your esports career, Caprice is paying good money for your PUBG Mobile skills!


Naked & afraid at sea for 4 days, Tioman Diver stayed sane by talking to watch & life buoy

Anyone else remember that Tom Hanks movie, Cast Away?
Itâ€™s the one where he was stranded in a desert island for four years with only a volleyball, which he named Wilson, as his friend.

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Well, looks like the movie has come to life for a Singaporean man who was lost at sea for four days with only his watch and a life buoy to talk to.
A diving enthusiast, John Low (not Jho Low ok, guys) was on his way to Tioman Island last month when his boat ran out of fuel and sank in a sudden storm.
Picture Credit: John Low via Facebook
Managing to grab a life buoy before the boat sank, it became his close friend in the 80-hour ordeal. To keep his sanity intact, John kept talking to the life buoy he named â€œBoyâ€ and also his Rolex Mido Commander watch called â€œBrotherâ€.

â€œWhen you are out in the sea alone, every object becomes your friend,â€ he told The Straits Times. â€œIf you watched the movie Cast Away, what is shown in the movie is exactly what I experienced.â€

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Staying sane wasnâ€™t his only challenge though, 40 hours
after sinking he had to take off his clothes because it was too painful against
his badly sunburnt skin.
When he tried to cool down by putting his body underwater, it was an excruciatingly painful experience and his skin would peel off.
John in the hospital after he was rescuedPicture Credit: John Low via Facebook
Floating naked in the sea, he could feel fishes rubbing and biting his body, but he couldnâ€™t see them or do anything about it. Plus he was exhausted from constantly vomiting after drinking seawater to stay hydrated.

“When I put my face in the water, itâ€™s like 1,000 needles poking my face. So itâ€™s either I face the pain in the sun or the pain in the water.â€
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Just as he was about to give up on the fourth day, a passing
ship spotted him in the water and rescued John.
When the shipâ€™s crew found him, he was burnt to the colour of coffee, arms were stuck to â€œBoyâ€ and there was no more skin from his armpits to elbows.
The 60-year old man was then airlifted home by the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF).

Thankfully, he has recovered from the life-threatening experience after spending a week in ICU at Singapore General hospital.
 Picture Credit: John Low via Facebook
Unfortunately, we have no idea what happened to â€œBoyâ€ and â€œBrotherâ€. It appears that John may have had to â€œwaveâ€ them goodbye.
Lonely and forgotten… maybe
Moral of the story:
1. Donâ€™t drink seawater because it will dehydrate you faster.
2. Learn to make new friends even when youâ€™re all alone in a life-threatening situation.


Malaysian Squash Champion Nicol David Leading Global Poll For Greatest Athlete Of All Time

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The World Games is running an online poll for The Greatest Athlete of All Time, and Malaysian squash legend Datuk Nicol Ann David is in the lead.

This poll hosts 24 athletes from all ranges of sports from all editions of The World Games’ history from 1981 to 2017, including sports like Sumo or Lacrosse.
Nicol David is representing Squash, and is the only athlete from an Asian country to be represented in this poll.
Currently, she is leading in the poll by a large margin with over 68,000 votes, a testament to Malaysians who pitched together to make it happen for her. Second place sits at 36,000 votes.
Nicol David representing Squash with the most number of votes.(Credit: The World Games)
Votes are still being counted until the Top 10 is announced on 10 January. Then, the winner of The World Games Greatest Athlete of All Time will be crowned on 1 February.
You can still vote for Nicol David on the website here. However, votes must be given each time to two candidates: two votes to your first-choice candidate and one vote to your second-choice candidate. Single-candidate votes will not be counted.

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[Update] TLDR: UMNO Are Backing Ismail Sabri, Shafie Says Parliament Vote Will Still Happen, And Rulers To Meet On Friday

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UMNO Backs Ismail Sabri
The UMNO supreme council has unanimously decided to nominate Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob, who is also the party’s Vice President. That’s 38 MPs.

Even with the backing of all UMNO and BN MPs, Ismail would only get 42 nominations. A candidate needs the support of 115MPs to become Prime Minister.
However, Datuk Seri Tajuddin Abdul Rahman, Pasir Salak MP claims that Ismail already has more than 111 votes, a simple majority.
This includes votes from Bersatu and PAS in addition to Gabungan Parti Sarawak.
READ MORE: [Terkini] Ismail Sabri Dapat Sokongan Majoriti Untuk Bentuk Kerajaan Baharu
Warisan and PKR
On the other side, Warisan President Datuk Seri Mohd Shafie Apdal says he is the second choice after PKR President Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, as reported by Malaysiakini.
[UPDATE: Shafi surrenders to Anwar as sole opposition candidate for PM after poor support, reported Borneo Post.]
Shafie claims that the leaders of PKR, DAP, Amanah, Pejuang, including himself as the leader of Warisan, had agreed to decide on a single candidate. This would give the candidate the baseline support of 105 MPs.
Shafie also said that after all the MPs send their pick to the Agong, a vote will still be held in Parliament to confirm the choice publicly.
The Meeting Of Malay Rulers
Meanwhile, a special meeting of the Malay Rulers will be held this Friday at Istana Negara to discuss the choice of the 220 MPs on whom should be next Prime Minister, reported The Star.
All Members of Parliament have been told to submit their statutory declarations directly to Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah by 4pm today.
READ MORE: All MPs To Submit One Candidate For PM To Istana Negara By Wednesday

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Bridging Generational Gaps With Technology, How Different Age Groups Are Catching Up With Tech Trends

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There’s no sugarcoating the truth that different generations interact with technology differently.

Tech-savviness isn’t necessarily something that runs in the family.
To some degree, it’s actually something we’re born into, depending on how tech-forward the world was when we entered it.
This is a part of the reason younger generations are more comfortable interacting with technology, because they know the world no other way.
They’re digital natives. It’s also why older generations may be more hesitant about engaging in online activities, because they must adapt to them. They’re digital immigrants.
According to Instagram strategist and social media expert Chuojashni Subramaniam, this isn’t necessarily bad.
“A 3-year-old child can operate an iPad way better than a 50-year-old person. That says a lot about how far we’ve advanced as a society. Thirty years back this probably wasn’t something anyone thought about at all,” she told The Rakyat Post.
However, Chuojashni also pointed out that this also may fuel the already obvious gap between the generations.
I believe the older generation may catch up if they take it one step at a time. While most of the older generation loved button phones, most of them are using smartphones right now. They have come a long way. Most of them are adapting to advanced technology even though it is not as fast as the younger generation. They just have to be more explorative than they have been and be more susceptible to change.Chuojashni Subramaniam, Instagram strategist and social media expert
On the other hand, International Islamic University Malaysia assistant professor Dr Shafizan Mohamed said generational gaps are natural and we will have these gaps with or without technology.
However, in the digital age we live in today, technology has definitely come off as the biggest contributor to this gap.
I think technology has influenced the differences in attitudes. The older gen have a somewhat negative perception towards the younger generations who are more adaptable and dependent on said technological advances.IIUM assistant professor Dr Shafizan Mohamed
According to Shafizan, this especially makes it harder for those in the older generations such as the Baby Boomers to adapt to the advancements that make life easier today.
Generation X and the millennials, however, are more welcoming to these technological advancements.
A study done by US think tank Pew Research Center found that millennials have often led older Americans in their adoption and use of technology, and this largely holds true today.
It also found that there has been significant growth in tech adoption since 2012 among older generations – particularly Gen Xers.
Shafizan added that while this gap may come off as negative to many, it also has a positive side to it given that it encourages intergenerational learning between the generations.
This is where both generations can exchange the knowledge that they possess. When we are willing to learn from one another it births a kind of diversity in terms of knowledge, in terms of life experiences and in terms of solutions to world problems.IIUM assistant professor Dr Shafizan Mohamed
Shafizan also pointed out that this does not mean that the older generation should be forced to learn everything about technology but be taught to mainly pay attention to the most important parts of it such as its use for socialization, communication and health support.
Wrapping up, here are some questions to ponder upon.
Which generation do you think you fall into and what does technological advancement mean to you?

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5 basic Olymp Trade Forex tips for beginners

Our generation has been taught that money is never enough and we need to invest and earn passive income, which sounds awesome save one thing- where to even start lah?!
Not all of us can simply afford to buy property and rent it out you know! Some of us can barely afford our own rentals!
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So how do you get started making that passive income? Well, you can start trading Forex on Olymp Trade.
With Olymp Trade, all you need to start with is RM50, and all you can ever potentially lose is the capital you put in. Forex is short for ‘foreign exchange’ and is literally a money game.
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By trading different currencies, you stand to gain profit just by understanding how the money moves. It’s perfect for people like us with only small amounts of money to invest. Best of all, itâ€™s not as risky as it might sound.
Here are 5 tips for a Forex beginner to get you started!
#1: Study
Haha, you thought life was easy, didn’t you? Well, just like any new venture, you have to do your homework. But if you continue to do what youâ€™ve always done, youâ€™ll continue to get what you always got.
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The good news is that Olymp Trade makes it very easy for you to learn all you need about the Forex markets with free tutorials, live webinars, guides, and more. So study up and put that knowledge to good use!
#2: Practice What You Learn
Well nothing is better than actually trying out Forex for yourself. Luckily, you can start practicing your trading reflexes with Olymp Tradeâ€™s Demo Account.

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Your Olymp Trade account starts you off with $10,000 of practice money for you to make virtual trades so you can gain experience and avoid costly mistakes with your own money.
#3: Donâ€™t Expect to Be an Overnight Billionaire
Forex trading isnâ€™t a lottery that you can get lucky at. Trading takes time and experience, so be patient with smaller, frequent gains first and soon youâ€™ll be profiting daily.
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Making use of the multipliers on the Olymp Trade Forex platforms will help you use THEIR money to make bigger profits on your trades and without any extra risk.
You can easily make over $50 USD in 5 minutes- enough for a fancy dinner date somewhere really nice- just by using Olymp Trade’s multipliers!

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#4: Settle Down for One Specialty to Start
A master of one is better than a master of none and this applies to Forex trading markets as well.
If you jump into too many markets, you wonâ€™t be able to properly study one market well enough to make the best decisions.
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#5: Treat Trading Like a Business and Stay Up To Date
Any good business owner knows their market inside and out. You should always keep up-to-date with the latest news from your target market. For example, if youâ€™re trading in USD, keep an eye on the US economy to understand what might affect your money.
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Forex trading is one of the best ways you can generate a steady stream of side-income, and Olymp Trade makes it easy and painless to start your foray into the market.
Follow these tips and youâ€™ll soon be on your way to getting ahead in the game. Learn more at their website https://www.olymptrade.com.


Malaysia Is The 19th Most Attractive Country To Work In For Foreigners, Says JobStreet Survey

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Malaysia has moved up the rankings to the 19th most desirable country for foreigners who are looking to relocate for work, an improvement from 33rd place in 2018.

The position of the nation’s capital, Kuala Lumpur, has also improved from 42nd in 2018 to 18th in 2020.
A recent survey published by Jobstreet revealed that those who preferred to work in Malaysia are from:
IndonesiaSingaporeIndiaPakistanYemenThailandChinaSyriaNigeriaQatar
Bernama reported that study was conducted with by the Boston Consulting Group, a global recruitment firm The Network and SEEK Asia, JobStreet’s parent company.
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Malaysians don’t want to go abroad anymore
It’s also revealed that Malaysians are less willing to go overseas and work as only 40% of the respondents said they would do so, compared to 65% in 2018.
JobStreet said that out of the 9 roles willing to leave Malaysia, 8 are highly skilled roles, and students, indicating a possible brain drain.
Australia is the top country from which Malaysians would look for remote employers, followed by Singapore and United Kingdom.
The decline is not restricted to the country exclusively as most nations worldwide are seeing the same trend in the survey.
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But more than half are okay with working with a remote employer
It’s also revealed that more than half or 53% of Malaysians are willing to work fora remote employer, 4% below the global average which is 57%.
Australia is the top country from which Malaysians would look for remote employers, followed by Singapore and United Kingdom.
Meanwhile, countries such as Indonesia, Singapore and India list Malaysia as the their top country to work remotely.
Credit: Jobstreet Malaysia

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Should You Share Viral Posts Of Suicide On Social Media?

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Posts about suicide tend to go viral very quickly, often due to the sudden and tragic circumstances surrounding the deceased.
As is human nature, rumours spread just as quickly about any potential reasons for the suicide. Global issues such as the pandemic or its effects like unemployment are often cited in conjunction with more personal reasons like family or emotional stress. Personal details, if the deceased had been identified, can also make its way into public awareness.
Plenty of people share these news without ill-intent. Often times it’s shared out of sympathy, “How tragic that this happened to such a young person!” or “This is why something needs to done to help those with mental illness!”, but you may be surprised to learn that sharing such graphic imagery of a tragedy for shock value may not be the best idea.
Suicide is no joking matter.(Credit: Freepik)
1) Lack of empathy for the deceased
It is understandable that some may take it upon themselves to use the deceased as a martyr in rememberance. However, it is key to realize that unless explicitly stated by the deceased beforehand, such statements are only speculation.
One must remember that suicides involve a person with a full life, family, and friends. There is more to the person than the reason and method of their passing.
Widely sharing such a traumatic incident will be extremely distressing for family and friends of the deceased, especially if full details such as vivid descriptions of the suicide is shared.
2) Arouse public anxiety
Rising incidents of suicides also tend to arouse public anxiety, especially during stressful periods such as the current pandemic.
While suicide is indeed a public health issue and requires education around it, clumsy publicizing tends to do more harm than good in the public eye, heightening tensions and triggering emotional responses from others.
Negative emotional influence is hard to avoid when most of us spend our lives online now.(Credit: Freepik)
3) Suicide contagion
While the public may hear of rising suicide cases and grow anxious or worried, for those in a bad place, it may sound like a way out of a difficult situation.
When talk of a suicide is spoken of as the end-goal to desperate and overwhelming circumstances, it is likely to appeal to others in similarly difficult emotional positions.
This can trigger a suicide contagion, where the number of suicides or suicide attempts greatly increase following sensationalized suicide reporting.
What to do instead:
That is not to say we must sweep the pressing issue of suicide under the rug, but we must be aware of the way we speak about it.
As a general rule, information about suicides should be kept as general as possible, especially regarding personal information about the deceased.
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Use sensitive and neutral language, keeping in mind grieving family and friends. Do not speculate of personal reasons for the suicide unless one can provide accurate context. Instead, honour the deceased by sharing fond memories of the person, or to raise respectful discussions on suicide warning signs and risk factors in appropriate ways.
Use trigger warnings in online discourse to allow others to mentally prepare for a difficult and potentially stressful topic.
If one is unsure of the appropriate ways to speak of suicide and mental health, check with a medical or mental health professional or NGOs such as Befrienders.

If you’re having problems or suicidal thoughts and need immediate assistance, reach out to Befrienders at:
TEL: 603-76272929E-MAIL: sam@befrienders.org.myAvailable 24 hours, 7 days a week.

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Syed Saddiq Says He Has PKOB Permission Since 5 June To Distribute Aid

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Muar MP Syed Saddiq has hit back on authorities saying that he has the necessary documents to run his food bank donation programme.

In a series of tweets that he posted recently, he said that the Disaster Operations Control Center (PKOB) has already accepted his application since 5 June 2021.
I respect the views of the Johor Police Chief but I have no authority to direct the people of Muar to return empty-handed. If they want to come, they come. Other Parliamentarians do not have this problem, why are there so many problems for Muar to work?Muar MP Syed Saddiq via Twitter
Saya hormat pandangan Ketua Polis Johor tapi saya tak ada kuasa untuk arah rakyat Muar untuk pulang tangan kosong. Kalau mereka nak datang, mereka datang. Parlimen lain tak ada masalah ini, kenapa banyak sangat masalah untuk Parlimen Muar bekerja? https://t.co/fVzbzIHOkZ— Syed Saddiq (@SyedSaddiq) July 14, 2021
He also said that from last year, his office has distributed aid to more than 10,000  families.
Saya sentiasa beri kerjasama dengan pihak berkuasa.Rumah ke rumah dah buat, agih ke ketua kampung dah buat. Tapi tak cukup. Sebab itu tutup pejabat bukan penyelesaian!!Team saya akan hubungi pihak berkuasa untuk mereka bantu kami di pejabat.Kita sama-sama bantu rakyat Muar.— Syed Saddiq (@SyedSaddiq) July 14, 2021
READ MORE: 5,000 Families In Muar Provided With Food Banks By MP Syed Saddiq
Police said Syed Saddiq didn’t have permission
The police have requested that the Muar MP to stop his food bank because it didn’t obtain the necessary permission, besides not complying to social distancing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Bernama quoted Johor Police Chief Datuk Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay who said Syed Saddiq only made an application to distribute aid from house to house and not centrally at his office.
He also explained that the order to stop the handover program at the elected representative’s office was made by the Muar District Health Office enforcement, after health officers saw for themselves the program which was attended by more than 100 people, failed to comply with the SOPs.
Ayob also said that Members of parliament or State Assemblymen (ADUN) are allowed to carry out relief activities but need to obtain permission from the district Disaster Operations Control Center (PKOB).
I understand that an application was made but the application was to distribute food baskets from house to house, but what happened was the distribution of goods was made at the Muar Parliament Service Center so many people gatheredJohor Police Chief Datuk Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay via Bernama
It was also reported that the authorities only issued a warning to the parties involved and no compound was issued.

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Is it easier to enter public universities as a matriculation grad than STPM grads?

Data from the 2018-2019 academic year showed that matriculation grads are more likely to get into public universities compared to their STPM counterparts.

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According to the ministryâ€™s numbers, more STPM graduates apply to public universities than those who go through the matriculation system.
But out of the total 33,197 STPM applicants, only 73.4% manage to enter public universities compared to 96.9% (that’s 20,907) matriculation graduates that got in.

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But donâ€™t let the numbers get you downâ€¦
The Education Ministry emphasized that it does not differentiate applicants simply between STPM holders and matriculation grads. (That would be wrong laa…)
Since 2002 entries into public universities have been purely based on a meritocracy system, where accomplishments and merit determine a seat at the table. (Before that how?…)
Applicants are selected based on 90% consideration for academic performance and a 10% bonus for co-curriculum activities. (Yes guys, koko matters tooâ€¦)
This applies for all intakes and to all applicants including those from polytechnics and community colleges.

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This means that each qualified candidate regardless of religion, location, economic status or race (*cough* UiTM â€¦) have an equal chance and opportunity to study at public universities.
The ministry also pointed out that there were still more STPM grads in public universities compared to matriculation grads because of the high number of applicants.
STPM graduates make up 54.6% of the intake population while matriculation grads make up the remaining 45.4%.

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The ministry also mentioned that generally, STPM and matriculation graduates tend to take different courses too.
Where a majority of matriculation grads enroll in Science majors, more STPM grads swing towards the Arts.
(So thereâ€™s really no competition thereâ€¦)

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Previously the ministry had mentioned that its matriculation program will not affect the intake of STPM holders and degree applicants at public universities.
Last April, student intake into the matriculation system was increased from 25,000 to 40,000 with a quota set to remain reserved for 90% Bumis and 10% for non-Bumis.
But the ministry still assures all graduates that STPM holders chances to enter public varsities are just the same as matriculation students.


What Happened At The Kedah & Perak State Assemblies Today

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12th May has been quite the whirlwind for Malaysian politics as Kedah and Perak state assemblies had a pretty wild time.
So hereâ€™s the breakdown of what happened at the two statesâ€™ governments.
Kedah
Sidam assemblyman Robert Ling Kui Ee and Lunas assemblyman Azman Nasrudin announced their decision to quit Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) at a joint press conference today.
The two claimed that they had lost confidence in the party led by Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and now pledge their allegiance to Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin, stating that the way he handled the Covid-19 pandemic is proof of his capability as a good leader.
Goodbye PKR, goodbye Anwar Ibrahim. Bye Bye. Long live Muhyiddin Yassin. Long Live Perikatan Nasional.Robert Ling Kui Ee & Azman Nasrudin.
Lunas assemblyman Azman Nasrudin (left) and Sidam assemblyman Robert Ling Kui Ee.(Credit: Bernama)
Following the press conference, Kedah Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Mukhriz Mahathir from Bersatu stated that a consensus was achieved with the opposition and there was no need to change the state assembly until the next general election.
However, in a couple of hours, Kedah PN announced the formation of a new state government after receiving the support of 23 state assemblymen in the 36 seat state assembly.
Kedah state assembly opposition leader Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor claimes that he has the support of 15 PAS members, 4 from BERSATU, two from Barisan Nasional, two independents and the two defected PKR members.
Perak
At Perakâ€™s state assembly today, Malaysiakini reported that the kerfuffle was over the legislative assembly speaker as Beruas MP Datuk Ngeh Koo Ham from DAP gave a speech on good governance and rule of law to state legislators before announcing his resignation.
Ngehâ€™s speech was spurred following an attempt by Perak Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Faizal Azumu to initiate a motion of no confidence to urge him to resign.
It should not be done through threatsNgeh Koo Ham, Beruas MP.
Ngeh Koo Ham, former Perak state assembly speaker.(Credit: Malaysiakini)
In his speech, the Sitiawan assemblyman pointed out the law clearly states that the selection of a new speaker can only take place in the event of a vacancy and notice must be given 7 days in advance.
Earlier, several state assemblymen tried to get Ngeh to leave, but he refused to do so and said he wanted to do it right.
This led to a dispute between representatives of the government and the opposition, with the opposition later demanding that Ngeh be allowed to speak.
Ngeh then closed his speech by announcing the adjournment of the state assembly, but Faizal said he could not do so without first approving the motion.
According to Malaysiakini, opposition representatives started to leave the hall but Faizal continued the session by proposing to appoint Sungai Manik assemblyman Datuk Zainol Fadzi Paharudin as interim speaker.
The session then continued with the voting of former Umno assemblyman Datuk Mohammad Zahir Abdul Khalid as the new speaker.

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Tun M Says Malays Are Poor And The Chinese Are Rich, Could Lead To Race Riots

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Former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad has again reached for the race card.

In a recent posting on Facebook, the elder statesman said the nation is in danger because the poor and the rich are linked by race.
Dr Mahathir said many of the poor are made up of Malays, and the rich are made up of Chinese, and the two races are not close in their relationship.

Racist feelings are not liked by intellectuals. But the fact is that this feeling exists in all races in Malaysia. There is a possibility of inter-racial riots.Former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad on the racial divide in Malaysia.
He said some feel such matters should not be voiced as it can hurt the feelings of the races.
The Langkawi MP also insisted that it would be better if the disparity were curbed early, or it would be harder to fix.

Affirmative Action Not A Complete Failure
Dr Mahathir acknowledged that the New Economic Policy (NEP) is said to have failed.
But in the education field, it reduced the distance between races, he said.
In the economic field, the weaknesses of DEB (NEP) have been identified. Corrections have also been made. With this, DEB will achieve better success.Former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad on social re-engineering and affirmative action program in the country.
The NEP declared national unity as its overarching goal and established its ‘two-pronged’ core objectives of poverty eradication irrespective of race.
NEP also aimed to accelerate social restructuring to reduce and eliminate race identification with economic function.
The original NEP was introduced by the late former prime minister Tun Abdul Razak Hussein in 1971.
Poverty Knows No Age, Race, Or Gender
Meanwhile, netizens expressed disappointment with Dr Mahathir for reigniting the hateful politics of rich Chinese vs poor Malays.
Some pointed out that the former prime minister should take the blame as he had many years to put things right but failed miserably. (He held office from July 1981 to October 2003 and later from May 2018 to March 2020 for 24 years, making him the country’s longest-serving prime minister.)
They said Dr Mahathir and other politicians should stop manipulating ordinary Malays
The people need a better education policy and good jobs, not handouts.
Penat doe baca hari-hari Melayu miskin, Cina kaya. I can name you at least 10 poor Chinese families I helped during my Kechara days. I can name 20 more family Melayu kaya raya I met in my lifetime. -,,- https://t.co/W2YUZrJmP2— Muzakkir Syah (@muzakkirsyah) August 6, 2022
Some said the income disparity between races continues to exist because Malaysian political parties are highly corrupted.
They opined that the government’s efforts in the fight against corruption are ineffective.
Dr.M kata Melayu yg miskin sekali, Cina yg semua kaya, tapi kontrak defence ministry 90peratus bekas puak defence, siapa yg dpt manis, Dr.M ni mmg kuat spinner demi kuasa, asiy nak usik isu kaum.— TB (@tbfoong) August 6, 2022
At the same time, some said Tun Dr Mahathir thinks all Chinese are wealthy because rich friends from the community are close to him.
🔹 Berjaya Assets Bhd, Berjaya Corporation Bhd, Berjaya Food Bhd, Berjaya Land Bhd, Berjaya Sports Toto Bhd – dimiliki oleh Tan Sri Dato Seri Vincent Tan yang mempunyai hubungan baik dengan Tun Mahathir.🔹 Bermaz Auto Bhd – pemegang saham utama ialah Tan Sri Dato Vincent Tan. pic.twitter.com/iVuG1DMEzy— Mohd Ameruddin Ahmat (MSTA,CFTe) (@AmerAhmat94) April 9, 2022
Some said the Malays who remain poor are because their people are taking advantage of them.
READ MORE: Kampung Baru Residents Unhappy About Developer’s Low-Ball Offer To Vacate Their Homes

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The Use Of GPs In Vaccinations Not Cancelled, Just Being Reevaluated

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The Covid-19 Immunisation Task Force (CITF) issued a statement today addressing reports that the use of private health practitioners (GP) in the National Covid-19 Immunisation Programme (PICK) has been cancelled.

According to CITF, the efforts to increase the capacity of PICK operations in the Klang Valley that started on 26 July, was effective. So much so that there is now a need to reduce the number of Vaccination Centers (PPV) in the area.
As of 22 August, 12 PPVs have been decommissioned. Between 23 and 29 August, 21 more PPVs will be closed in the Klang Valley. Out of these 32 PPVs, seven are GPs.
That said, the CITF did not rule out the possibility that these PPVs would be recommissioned once the decision about booster shots and vaccinating children between 12 and 17 years old have been made.
The CITF also said that they would make announcements regarding the matter from time to time and asked all parties to cease speculations.
Dakwaan yang menyatakan bahawa penglibatan GP akan dihentikan adalah tidak tepat. Penglibatan GP di masa hadapan akan dipertimbangkan dalam menjamin kesinambungan kepada program imunisasi COVID-19 kerana tiada lagi PPV akan beroperasi ketika itu. https://t.co/exOGtgk7tG pic.twitter.com/1skSWZv69s— Vaksin COVID-19 🇲🇾 (@JKJAVMY) August 22, 2021

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This Clever Doggo In Perak Has Been Collecting Mail From Abang Postman For 4 Years

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When Lenggong-based postman Mohd Munir Mohd Yusof shared a video of an adorable dog dutifully collecting its owner’s mail, little did he expect that their four-year friendship would go viral.

In a 10-second clip shared on Munir’s Facebook, the dog is seen grabbing the mail after hearing the instruction “up” and bringing it back to the house as Munir says “thank you” to the good dog.

Selamat Pagi Gais….mmg jinak dh 4 tahun knl…hahahah….tugas dye mmg ambil surat….Posted by Munir Mohd on Thursday, July 16, 2020

Munir shares that the dog has been collecting mail from him for four years, telling Malay Mail that the dog knows it’s him whenever he sees him riding down the slope towards the house and will be readily waiting outside the gate by the time Munir arrives.
Sometimes, if the owner does not open the gate for the dog, it will stand on its hind legs, inside the compound to wait for me to pass the letters to it.Mohd Munir Mohd Yusof to Malay Mail.
He added that the dog would “scold” him if he passes the mail directly to the owner, always insisting that it collects the letter instead.
Of course, the dog’s friendly behaviour warmed the hearts of Malaysians online who were impressed by its cleverness with some sharing tales of their own naughty pets.
Spurred by the positivity on his post that had over 17,000 shares, Munir shared another clip of his routine with the cute pup with the owner around on Sunday, 18 July, that amassed over 1,000 shares.

Selamat pagi smua….anjing tgu khadiran posmen brsma tuan rumah…Posted by Munir Mohd on Sunday, July 19, 2020

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Feeling Sick? It Might Not Be Covid-19, But Influenza Instead

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Nowadays, when anyone exhibits flu-like symptoms, people panic over the possibility of Covid-19. Yet, when tested, they are not actually Covid-19 positive. So what could it be?

Twitter user Dr. Nimelesh reminded all Malaysians that it’s flu season, so we had better get our influenza jab.
In Malaysia, influenza seasons are common.Credit: @HauseofHilton / Twitter
Currently, people are only getting Covid-19 vaccines, but Dr. Nimalesh suggests also getting your influenza vaccines as they are different viruses and have different ways to be tackled upon.
The Influenza Season
Influenza is an acute contagious viral respiratory disease characterized by fever, cough, sore throat, headache, myalgia (muscle aches/pain), prostration (fatigue), and coryza (inflammation of the mucous membrane).
It can be further categorized into three types, A, B, and C. Influenza A and B viruses cause epidemic disease while the latter usually causes a mild, cold-like illness.
In Malaysia, influenza A is more commonly detected than influenza B.
Usually, people can mistake a common cold for the flu as the symptoms overlap. In general, the flu is much worse than the common cold as the symptoms of flu are tenser, begin more abruptly, and can further cause serious health problems.
(Find out more about the similarities and differences of these here)
As a tropical region, flu epidemics happen every year in Malaysia and we do have peaks for when the most cases are detected throughout the year.
According to the infographic shared by Dr. Nimalesh on his Twitter thread, influenza infections are very common and the seasonal peaks are around January-March, July-September, and November-December.
The peaks are detected in different months throughout the year.Credit: @HauseofHilton / Twitter
Those who are at high risk to get complications for these viruses include:
Children under 5 years oldPregnant womenElderly people above 65 years oldPeople with chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, asthma, etc.People with low immunity either caused by chronic diseases (cancer, HIV, etc) or medications taken (chemotherapy, steroids, etc)Obese individuals
Those who are at risk should definitely take these prevention steps. Credit: @HauseofHilton / Twitter
What are the steps to avoid influenza? When they exhibit similar symptoms as Covid-19, the ways of prevention are basically the same. Glad we’re all accustomed to these. But still, to reiterate:
Get your influenza vaccines offered by most private health facilitiesCover your mouth and nose with a tissue/handkerchief  when sneezing or coughingUse facemasks to protect yourselves and othersAlways wash your hands or use a hand sanitizer
How to get the Influenza Jab
Influenza vaccines should be taken annually as viruses in nature, tend to mutate with time.
Hence, that’s why some people deemed it to be unnecessary as they are hesitant to commit.
Others might just mistake the symptoms to be a nasty cold and prefer to be treated with a bit of rest and paracetamol instead of spending money on unnecessary jabs.
However,  ignorance can bring about more complications, at least for those high-risk groups.
Especially for children less than 5, they are at high risk of getting the flu and spreading it to other kids at their nursery, daycare, or to their babysitter. They could be mini super flu spreaders for all we know.
The influenza vaccine works by priming our immune system. It prepares the antibodies before the real attack begins.
You can get yourselves or your loved ones to be vaccinated at your local healthcare clinics. Usually, the vaccines are priced in between RM50-RM100. But some places differ according to their charges and types of vaccine. Do consult your healthcare provider first.

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Malaysia Faces Challenging 2023 But Government Remains Responsive, Responsible & Reformist, Said Finance Minister

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The government remains responsive in aiding Keluarga Malaysia’s entrepreneurs said Caretaker Finance Minister Senator Datuk Seri Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz.

The Minister was present to give a speech at the Karnival Usahawan & Koperasi Keluarga Malaysia Negeri Selangor taking place at Dataran Eco Grandeur, Puncak Alam today (20 October) together with Caretaker Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob and Caretaker Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Minister Tan Sri Noh Omar.
(Credit: MOF)
In his speech, Zafrul noted that the country’s economy has gone through a lot because of the recent pandemic and external factors like geopolitical tensions and the rise in global commodity prices that led to inflation.
If we reflect on 2020 and 2021, it was challenging for entrepreneurs, especially small traders, to face the Covid-19 pandemic. Many have gone out of business and struggled to make ends meet for their family… The government is always responsive in helping Keluarga Malaysia, including its entrepreneurs through multiple aid packages totalling RM530 billion, as well as, Budget 2021 and 2022 totalling RM650 billion. Caretaker Finance Minister Senator Datuk Seri Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz.
Despite slowdowns, Zafrul explained that the government is confident that the economy will remain stable with the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) being reevaluated to be between 6.5% to 7%.
The Minister however added that Malaysia is not out of the woods yet. He elaborated that the country is in for a challenging 2023 due to extended geopolitical conflicts, global inflation and slow economic growth.
Budget 2023 and the three R’s
In order to face the rough seas ahead, Zafrul said that the recently tabled Budget 2023—allocating as much as RM372.3 billion to entrepreneurs—was drafted with the “3R” principle:
ResponsiveResponsibleReformist
Zafrul also outlined several programs proposed by the government in order to support Malaysia’s entrepreneurs, in line with the 3R principle:
Revamping the “SemarakNiaga” program with RM45 billion worth of funds. RM1.7 billion will be available specifically for micro-loans and facilities to benefit small traders.A one-off grant worth RM1,000 to registered small,  minimum and micro enterprises (SMEs). The program in total will amount to RM1 billion and would benefit at least 1 million entrepreneurs.Reduced rate on taxable income for SMEs from 17% to 15% for the first RM100,000.
The Minister employs Malaysia’s entrepreneurs to seize the opportunities provided by the government if Budget 2023 were to pass.
On a side note, the Finance Ministry had also released several inspiring pieces of content featuring as many as 20 Malaysian entrepreneurs and the life of ordinary Keluarga Malaysia members who’ve managed to succeed with their businesses with help from the government.
The videos are available for viewing on the official MOF Malaysia YouTube channel. Check out one of our favourites below;

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Grab An Umbrella, A Thunderstorm’s Hitting Almost Every State

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The National Meteorological Department (MET Malaysia) issued a thunderstorm warning today and according to their map it is a big one.

As of 12:50pm, the weather event is expected to start at 3pm.
Expect heavy rain, thunder and lining in:
SelangorKuala LumpurPutrajayaPulau PinangJohor (Mersing, Kulai, Kota Tinggi)PerlisKedah (Langkawi, Kubang Pasu, Kota Setar, Pokok Sena, Padang Terap, Yan, Pendang, Kuala Muda, Sik, Baling, Kulim)Perak (Kinta, Kampar, Bagan Datuk, Hilir Perak, Batang Padang, Mualli)mKelantan (Tumpat, Kota Bharu, Bachok, Pasir Puteh)Terengganu (Besut Setiu, Kuala Nerus, Kuala Terengganu, Marang, Dungun, Kemaman)Pahang (Tanah Tinggi Cameron, Raub, Bentong, Kuantan, Pekan, Rompin)Negeri SembilanSarawak (Lawas)Sabah (Putatan, Penampang, Kota Kinabalu, Tuaran, Kota Belud)
The storm warning was issued twice and each time it just gets bigger.
11:45pm”
#ributpetirmetmalaysia#metmalaysia #MenangBersama#LindungDiriLindungSemua pic.twitter.com/jHVSO0LguH— Jabatan Meteorologi Malaysia (@metmalaysia) August 18, 2021
12:50pm:
#ributpetirmetmalaysia#metmalaysia #MenangBersama#LindungDiriLindungSemua pic.twitter.com/oI0lwqYdUb— Jabatan Meteorologi Malaysia (@metmalaysia) August 18, 2021
You should probably stay at home, But if you have to go out, be extra careful and take an umbrella with you.

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Parliament To Convene For 5 Days Starting 26 July Says PMO

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Parliament will reconvene for 5 days starting 26 July according to a statement from the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) today (5 July 2021) with the Dewan Negara meeting after that.

As such, MPs will sit from 26 to 29 July, rest for 3 days, and continue on 2 August. The Dewan Negara will then convene from 3 till 5 August 2021.
“This meeting is intended to give an explanation to Members of Parliament regarding the National Recovery Plan and amend all laws and regulations to allow Parliamentary sitting to be conducted in a hybrid manner,” read the statement from the PMO.
It also quotes Section 3 of Article 150 of the Federal Constitution, saying that all emergency proclamations and ordinances made by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong shall be laid before both Houses of Parliament.
Section 3 of Article 150 of Malaysia’s Federal Constitution.
Furthermore, the statement says that the meeting will be held according to a standard operating procedure laid out by the National Security Council and the Health Ministry.
While there has been intense pressure to do so, the last time Malaysia’s Parliament met was on 17 December 2020. A month later, in January of 2020, a State of Emergency was declared as cases of Covid-19 increased drastically.
Kenyataan Media Pejabat Perdana Menteri – 5 Julai 2021 pic.twitter.com/UoNiM6gyiC— Muhyiddin Yassin (@MuhyiddinYassin) July 5, 2021

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Study Shows Cigarette Ban Will Push People To Seek Out Cheaper Illegal Cigarettes

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A recent study revealed that Malaysians believe the illegal cigarettes trade will increase exponentially if the Government moves ahead with its plans to ban cigarette sales to those who are born after 2005.

READ MORE: Malaysia Wants To Make Smoking Illegal For People Born After 2005
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In the study, two-thirds of smokers polled have admitted that they’ve smoked or are currently smoking an illegal brand of cigarettes due to its low price. This also indicates that cheap contraband cigarettes are a gateway to smoking.
The results came from a recent poll commissioned by DARE (Datametrics Research & Information CentreSdnBhd), a Malaysian based think-tank. It was carried out by Green Zebra, a leading market research company in Malaysia.
According to the Managing Director & Co-founder of Green Zebras Sdn Bhd, Steve Murphy, the survey showed that there’s a strong belief that banning cigarettes sales to the next generation will only lead to a rise in the illegal cigarettes market and benefit criminal syndicates.

The survey found that:
94% of those polled believe that the low cost of illegal cigarettes versus legal cigarettes is a key driver for smokers to occasionally try or regularly smoke illegal brands.
50% of Malaysians also said the easy availability of illegal cigarettes is a critical factor in drawing people to purchase and smoke illegal products.
90% of the Malaysian population believes that the illegal cigarettes trade is a problem for Malaysia and wants it stopped.
6 in 10 of the people polled do not have the confidence in the Government’s ability to reduce black market activities, including the illegal cigarettes trade, over the next year.
Malaysians understand that the illegal cigarettes trade has a high socio-economic cost. Before coming up with new measures that could, in fact, worsen the present situation, perhaps the Government should first focus on enforcing its current laws to eradicate illegal cigarettes, which is a big, ongoing issue in Malaysia.Managing Director & Co-founder of Green Zebras Sdn Bhd Steve Murphy
The poll carried out by Green Zebra was conducted online in March 2022 in both Peninsular Malaysia and East Malaysia. It comprises a sample size of 1,000 Malaysian adults and is nationally representative of the overall population by location, gender, race and age.

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Gardenia Prices Going Up Starting 1 December

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Just when you thought that hike in prices for chicken and vegetables was bad enough, now it seems like local bread manufacturer Gardenia will be upping the prices of their bread as well starting 1 December.

A picture went viral recently showing the revised prices for Gardenia’s products including the Classic Original which will go up from RM2.38 to RM2.80 and local favourites such as Twiggies (from RM1.49 to RM1.80).
Harga baru roti gardenia bermula 1 Disember 2021 pic.twitter.com/PukuIOZ7YH— Twt_Bajet (@twt_bajet) November 25, 2021
Netizens angry at the sudden increase
It’s been a difficult period for Malaysian consumers as prices of essential goods such as greens and poultry saw a significant increase, some up by as much as 3 times the original amount.
READ MORE: Vegetable Prices Rise Sharply And Netizens Are Outraged
Many on the net were critical of the new prices, rueing the fact that they have to contend with this now after seeing the prices of other goods go up recently.
RIP B40 https://t.co/6VODQcgc0Y— Helmi-senpai ( ヘルミ先輩 ) | 🇲🇾 (@NerdKid_94) November 25, 2021
Some pointed out that this might be a sign of the country facing inflation, which, according to Investopedia, means the decline in buying power.
Inflasi https://t.co/g4BeZxZqf1— 🇵🇸🇲🇾ڤوتري نورديني🕊 (@PuteriNurDini) November 25, 2021

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Yes, The Spy x Family Uniqlo T-Shirts Will Be In Malaysia Too!

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Uniqlo Japan has announced Spy X Family t-shirts under their UT! line, to be released on 3 June 2022.

Currently, there are 4 designs planned for the Japan release.
The Spy x Family designs feature the family trio.(Credit: Uniqlo Japan)
One of the T-shirt designs featuring Anya.(Credit: Uniqlo Japan)
Spy x Family is quickly becoming one of the most popular animes of all-time after just a month since its April release, already taking the #1 spot in Japan and catching up everywhere else.
Thanks to its accessibility on Netflix, Malaysians have also gotten to know the story of super spy Loid Forger, assassin Yor, and telepath Anya as they try to upkeep the facade of a functional family.
Despite only being out for a month, Spy x Family is already enjoying great popularity.(Credit: Netflix Malaysia)
It will be available in Malaysia as well
While it has only been officially confirmed for Japan, we’ve gotten assurance that the UT! collection will be coming to Malaysia as well.
However, there isn’t much word on exactly when the collection will hit Malaysian shores, but it seems like we won’t need to wait too long!

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Covid-19: Three New Clusters In Klang Valley & Johor As Malaysia Records 1,212 New Cases Today

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The Health Ministry reports three new Covid-19 clusters identified today. According to Health Director-General Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah, the three clusters involve Selangor, Kuala Lumpur, and Johor.

Jalan Lapan Cluster – Selangor and Kuala Lumpur
This cluster involves Ulu Langat in Selangor as well as Cheras, Kepong, Titiwangsa, and Lembah Pantai in Kuala Lumpur.
The index case (Case 59,246) tested positive on 25 November 2020 during the health ministry’s screening of individuals exhibiting symptoms.
Approximately 306 individuals have since been screened, with 25 of them testing positive as well.
Batu Sembilan Cluster – Selangor
This cluster involves Kuala Langat, Klang, Petaling and Kuala Selangor in Selangor.
The index case (Case 58,486) tested positive on 24 November 2020 during the health ministry’s screening of individuals exhibiting symptoms.
Approximately 83 individuals have since been screened with 19 of them testing positive as well.
Nibong Cluster – Johor
This cluster involves Johor Baru in Johor.
The index case (Case 63,151) tested positive on 28 November 2020 during the health ministry’s screening of individuals exhibiting symptoms.
Approximately 152 individuals have been screened with 10 of them testing positive.

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Malaysia today recorded 1,212 new Covid-19 cases 1,212. The states with the highest number of new cases are Selangor (402), Sabah (326) and Negeri Sembilan (141).
Meanwhile, we also recorded 2,112 patients making full recoveries from the illness.

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MPS Orders Azmin To Vacate Gombak Service Centre

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The office of Gombak Member of Parliament, Datuk Seri Mohamed Azmin Ali and Gombak Setia State Assemblyman (ADUN), Muhammad Hilman Idham in Taman Berjaya was seized by the Selayang Municipal Council (MPS).
It’s reported that a vacancy notice was issued on the building which was formerly a public hall before being used as a service centre.
Hilman confirmed the matter when contacted by Sinar Harian, but he was not in his office when the action was taken as he was in Sabah.
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He saw the action by the state government by seizing back the service center as an action that was detrimental to the people.
The action of the Selangor Menteri Besar (Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari) and the state government to seize the service center and drive me out will only be to the detriment of the people of Gombak Setia DUN. The Service Center is an office for me to meet the people, local leaders and people in need.Gombak Setia State Assemblyman (ADUN), Muhammad Hilman Idham via Sinar Harian
The move is also like revenge, he said following their departure from Pakatan Harapan (PH) and added that although they are no longer part of PH, him and Azmin want to perform services and channel assistance to Gombak residents.

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