After PMâ€™s Remark, Health DG Clarifies Covid-19 Testing For Foreigners Is Still Free

As the number of Covid-19 cases continue to climb in Malaysia, testing and detection of the virus is an important step in battling its spread.
When  Covid-19 hit our shores in January, the government of the day soon followed with the decision to exempt foreigners from medical fees charged for coronavirus tests or treatment at public hospitals.
However, 6 days into the movement control order (MCO), news broke in the afternoon that this decision had apparently been reversed.
In a press conference on 23rd March, Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin said that regular fees still apply to foreigners who come forward to get tested for the virus. He urged foreigners to get tested to ensure theyâ€™re not infected and was quoted saying â€œeven if they go to hospital, some of the costs are borne by the government for citizens only. If theyâ€™re foreign, then they must pay.â€
Hearing of this, the online backlash was swift and imminent with many expressing their shock and horror.

Such a bad bad move. Those who are immigrants, legal or illegal, will be even less likely to come forward for testing, and risk spreading the virus even more. This is a dangerous decision #COVID19malaysia #FlattenTheCurve https://t.co/uWfgJps76v— B (@bessythemessy) March 23, 2020

Another example of nation (or nationality)-centric decisions. We now risk the group of migrant workers, likely undocumented ones, unable to come forward to get screened. Govt need to look beyond all these borders to contain the outbreak. #COVID19 https://t.co/ggDOvEkuEm— Yoong (@yoongkhean) March 23, 2020

BAD BAD BAD BAD BAD BAD strategy.You may think 'oh ya this is to curb rich white people from misusing our free system' but no. u r making more people unable to come forward for testing.And in the end who suffers?Us malaysian also because they may spread to us!!! https://t.co/9QguZEug8R— KokoCat (@Kendogdoll) March 23, 2020

But no more than a few hours later, health director-general Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah clarified that foreign nationals who have Covid-19 symptoms do not need to pay outpatient treatment fee at government hospital or clinics.
 Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah, health director-general.(Credit: Malay Mail)
In the daily press conference for Covid-19 updates, he stated that the directive for Covid-19 testing in foreigners remained in line with the Health Ministry circular dated 29th January.
If a foreigner comes to the ministryâ€™s clinic or hospital for non Covid-19 illnesses, they will be charged a fee set by the government. For Covid-19, as noted in the January 29 circular, fee will not be imposed on their regardless if they are rich or poor.Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah, health director-general via Malay Mail.
Foreigners need to be tested for Covid-19
As a major source of Covid-19 infections in Malaysia and the region, rapid identification of the 2th February tabligh gathering at the Seri Petaling mosque is vital to control the outbreak.
It has been reported that a significant number of Rohingyas and other foreigners, at least 1,500 people, attended the event who could potentially be exposed and infected with the virus.
The Seri Petalig mosque tabligh gathering had at least 12,000 attendees.(Credit: Facebook via Free Malaysia Today)
It is also noted that migrant workers may also be reluctant to visit government health facilities for fear of deportation, especially those who were undocumented.
At the moment, Covid-19 testing in private facilities costs between RM400 and RM700.

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[Watch] Delivery Rider Takes On Singaporeans Over Petrol, Gets ‘Suspended

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A food delivery rider in Johor Bahru claimed his account was suspended after he confronted two Singaporean men for filling petrol into a container.

The incident occurred on 16 June at a petrol station in Johor Bharu when the rider confronted the two Singaporean men.
The 44-year-old rider, who shared a video of the incident on TikTok, said that his account was suspended at 6 pm yesterday (21 June), shortly after the video went viral on social media.
In the video, the Singaporeans threatened to beat up the rider.
Two auxiliary police officers tried to calm the situation before one of the suspects opened the boot of what appeared to be a Subaru Forrester sports utility vehicle (SUV).

He then took out a steering wheel lock which further agitated the situation.
The dispute, which lasted about 10 minutes, was eventually resolved.
Rider Denies Using Screwdriver To Fight Back
The food delivery company’s customer service told him his account was suspended due to a complaint.
As alleged in the complaint, the rider insisted he was taking a stand for what was right and did not use a screwdriver to fight back.
According to the police, the rider has made a police report regarding the incident.
He later decided not to pursue the case any further, and as a result, the case has been classified as “no further action” (NFA).

Petrol Was For Go-Kart Activities
At the same time, netizens had rallied to the rider’s defence.
They pointed out that the rider aimed to ensure that the subsidized petrol is not misused and used only by Malaysian-registered vehicles.
Netizens said he did the right thing even if the petrol was used for go-kart activities because foreigners are not allowed to purchase RON95 petrol.
They argued that suspending the rider’s account would discourage social responsibility and discourage citizens from speaking out against the misuse of government subsidies.
Netizens also voiced their displeasure on the food delivery company’s social media page and threatened to boycott its services.
READ MORE: Ministry To Take Action On Singaporeans Caught ‘Stealing’ Subsidized Petrol

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Covid-19 Infection Trend On The Rise

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Almost three years ago, the Covid-19 virus spread worry and caution, making people take prevention measures more seriously.

However, nowadays more and more people have begun to let their guards down regarding the virus.
With the festive season around the corner, one Twitter user pointed out that Malaysia’s positivity rate curve is steeply increasing with our waning immunity as well as the “no more masks” attitude.
In her tweet, Twitter user @melatinungsari said:
The positivity rate curve is steeply increasing with many ppl with waning immunity and no more masks. I’m a fan of letting people know the risks – and the truth is that if you haven’t gotten covid yet or in a while, you may soon get it (again). Going into raya – this is sad.@melatinungsari via Twitter
Additionally she tweeted saying:
I know 1) a lot of people aren’t testing anymore 2) a lot of people test but don’t report 3) a lot of people have deleted MySJ but there is clearly a trend here.@melatinungsari via Twitter
Quoting her tweet and agreeing with some of her points, a doctor, @azmanrocks said:
Curve is rising and reflects what we see in hospitals. Yesterday there were 6 Covid cases in my department. Mostly elderly, mostly admitted (1 happened to be my distant relative). A month ago on average we had 2 per day, and rarely got admitted.@azmanrocks via Twitter
He added on that the people should continue following precautionary measures to avoid getting infected and in most cases, hospitalized.
Wear your mask (N95, KF94, KN95) when you are indoors (Masjid, shopping mall, kedai runcit). Ventilation at open air restaurants are better than indoor restaurants. Test yourselves before going to gatherings. If you have symptoms, test yourself. If you are positive, update your MySejahtera and isolate.@azmanrocks via Twitter
He also noted that prior to this, our goal was always to avoid infection.
Even when we were infected we tried to delay the spread, to prevent many people from getting infected at once. There are many reports nowadays claiming that most of the Covid cases are mild (even though small groups with severe symptoms exist), the main idea is to prevent getting infected many times.@azmanrocks via Twitter
Recently, the Health Ministry recommended the education sector to conduct screenings on students, teachers and staff.
This comes after 11 of the 18 Covid-19 clusters reported from March 26 to April 1, were education clusters.
In a statement to the press, health director-general Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah said of the total, six clusters involved educational institutions under the Ministry of Education (MOE) involving three colleges, a religious school, a boarding school and a secondary school.
He said the five other clusters involved four non-MOE schools/colleges and one childcare centre.
He also noted that the number of patient admissions to health facilities per 100,000 residents increased by 24.1 per cent in the 13th epidemiology week (ME 13/2023) compared to the 12th epidemiology week (ME 12/2023) bringing the cumulative number of new cases to 5,052,337 and the number of recoveries to 5,004,546.cases.
The statement also stated that an average of 10,324 active cases were also reported from Jan 25 to April 1.
With that, please mask up and stay safe people! The fight against Covid-19 is not over.

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Creative Malaysians In Kelantan Stuffed Used Clothes Into Potholes As A Quick Fix

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Potholes are a constant issue in Malaysia because it can be hard to get the local authorities to take action.

As a result, Malaysians have used several creative ways to mark or bring attention to dangerous spots on the road.
Some have used items such as a plastic chair or making a prayer circle around the gaping hole.
Not too long ago, Pahang State Legislative assemblyman for Teruntum Sim Chon Siang picked up a shovel himself to temporarily fix the potholes along Jalan Beserah and Jalan Jahi Junid.
READ MORE: “Can’t Wait Anymore!” Pahang Assemblyman Fixes Potholes Himself Twice To Prevent Future Accidents
The latest creative idea to cover up potholes was shared on the Kelantan State Facebook page.
Based on the pictures, it seems like someone in Pasir Mas, Kelantan covered up the giant pothole on the road with used clothes.

The caption stated that the road is Jalan Bukit Perah in the direction of the Batu Karang intersection and it’s under ADUN Bukit Tuku, Rantau Panjang.
These are pictures of the road at my kampung. It’s bad, admin [because we have to] cover the pothole with bundle clothes.The person wrote in the caption of the post.
Just wait for elections
The comments section was lit with humour. Netizens joked that they just have to wait for elections to come around or get the attention of TV3 for the road to be repaired.
In other words, the issue needs to be made viral before any attention is given to it.

They also pointed out that it was a smart and creative idea to fill the potholes with clothes.
The pile of clothes seems to have helped even out the road surface too.

Wonder what other creative ideas the rakyat can come up with to fix potholes on the road.

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Drunken “Datuk Seri” Allegedly Groped & Beat Up Thai Woman In Klang For Rejecting Him

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A local businessman with the alleged title of “Datuk Seri” is being accused of beating up a Thai woman who supposedly rejected his drunken advances at a seafood restaurant in Klang.

According to a story published by Hype, which sourced an article that’s no longer available on China Press, a 23-year-old woman claimed that she was assaulted by a “drunken Chinese man” with the title of Datuk Seri last Thursday (9 December) while she was out having dinner with friends.
As the story goes, the Datuk Seri approached the woman while they were dining and began groping her inappropriately.
Sensing the stranger danger, the woman quickly moved to escape the sexual harassment she was receiving, but this apparently only angered the Datuk Seri more.
This was when the Datuk Seri was said to have beaten her for avoiding him, injuring her in the process.
It was said that when the woman tried to get away, the Datuk Seri stopped her and threatened her some more. But thankfully her friends were there to help her.
Pictures accompanying the story showed what looked to be images of a woman badly bleeding from her face.
(Credit: Hype/China Press)
The woman was said to have lodged a police report following the incident.
In a later article published by The Star, South Klang District Police Chief Cha Hoong Fong was quoted as saying that the authorities are on the case.
The Chief said that they were looking to confirm the validity of the suspect’s “Datuk Seri” title and are investigating allegations of the suspect harming and molesting the victim.
Read More: How To Differentiate A Datuk From A Dato’? We Explain All The Titles

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Burnt/Chemical Smell In KL Last Night? This Is What Happened

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A fire at a factory in Batu Caves, Gombak, last night may be the source of a stench that can be smelled in Publika, Mont Kiara and Taman Tun Dr Ismail from last night till this morning.

Although some have speculated that the factory was a chemical plant, a spokesman from the Selangor Fire and Rescue Department clarified that the factory processed food.
Credit: Pasukan Bomba Sukarela Gombak/Facebook
Furthermore, while the smell of the smoke is unpleasant, firefighters say there is nothing to worry about as it is not hazardous.
A report shared to TRP stated that firefighters received a call of a fire at Dolomite Industrial Park at 9.47pm and were on location at 10.00pm.
In all, 35 firefighters and 6 vehicles from Selayang, Rawang, Seri Hartamas, Gombak Selatan and Gombak firestations were involved in the operation which lasted till 1.00am this morning.
Credit: BOMBA
The factory is said to be a class A 1,000 square feet facility and 40% of it had burned by the time firefighters arrived.

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Fun Events In The Klang Valley This Weekend From 6 Jan To 8 Jan

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Don’t know what to do this weekend in the Klang Valley? No worries, we got you. 👀

Head on over to art exhibits, markets and shows and more this weekend.
Note that some of these events only happen for a day or can last for a whole month so look at the dates carefully.
If you wanna skip to the specific day you want, choose your preferred day here.
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Here are some of the events that are still ongoing from our previous list.
READ MORE: Fun Events In The Klang Valley This Weekend From 23 Dec To 26 Dec
READ MORE: Fun Events In The Klang Valley This Weekend From 29 Dec 2022 To 1 Jan 2023
Ongoing Events
1.  Daydreams by Miriam Omar (Solo Art Exhibition) @ Zhan Art Space (28 Nov – 7 Jan)
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If you love flora and nature-inspired artworks and tapestry, you have got to visit Miriam Omar’s solo art exhibition. It showcases a range of landscapes including gardens, meadows, jungles and more.
Catch a sneak peek of the art exhibition through this TikTok account.
For more info, visit the artist’s Instagram and website.
2. The Sound Of Music (Musical Theater) @ Istana Budaya (27 Dec – 15 Jan)
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All the way from broadway, catch a chance to see the classic musical, The Sound Of Music with both broadway and Malaysian (playing the 6 Von Trapp children) casts.
Enjoy the classic tunes such as Do-Re-Mi, A Few Of My Favourite Things and So Long Farewell among others, live at Istana Budaya for three weeks only.
Get tickets here.
READ MORE: We Talked To The Cute Malaysian Cast Of The Sound Of Music – Here Are A Few Of Their Favorite Things
READ MORE: The Sound Of Music Musical Is Coming To Malaysia This 27 December!
3. The World Of DC Exhibition @ Tropicana Gardens Hall Convention Centre (23 Dec – 1 Apr)

Being the first-ever DC Exhibition launch in Asia, The World Of DC Exhibition will feature interactive games, life-seized exhibits, behind-the-scene concept art, limited-edition merchandise and more at the Tropicana Gardens Mall.
Grab your tickets here. For more info, visit their Facebook page here.
4. Van Gogh Alive Exhibition @ Pavillion Bukit Jalil (17 Dec – 16 March, 10 am – 10 pm)

Witness Van Gogh’s legendary works of art displayed digitally at Pavilion Bukit Jalil. Get ready for a multi-sensory experience with a symphony of light, colour, sound and fragrance for you there.
READ MORE: Catch the Immersive ‘Van Gogh Alive’ Exhibition In KL This Dec-March
Book tickets here.
5. ParkCity Year End Light Festival @ Desa ParkCity (1 Dec – 5 Feb)

Don’t know where to go ‘lepak’ or take good pictures at night? Try going to Central Park at Desa Parkcity. Their light installations are inspired by the Nordic lights so you can experience a bit of some Aurora-Borealis-inspired views on weekends from 8 pm – 9 pm.
They also have tons of other amazing light installations from The Waterfront to around Central Park. This is a great place to bring your date out on a scenic stroll at night.
6. Red Hongyi’s ‘Once Upon A Longtang’ (Art Exhibition) @ National Art Gallery (22 Dec – 22 March, 9 am – 5 pm)

The Balai Seni Negara has a new art installation called Once Upon A Longtang which features scenes inspired by old alleyway houses – or ‘Longtang’ houses in Shanghai. The installation has a series of artworks displayed with burnt Chinese calligraphy paper and more.
For more info, visit Red Hong Yi’s Instagram.
Here are specific events to enjoy with your family and friends on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
5 January (Thursday)
1. Gather Pop Up Market (Market) @ Central Market (5 – 19 Jan, 10 am – 8 pm)
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Shop for your Chinese New Year’s fancy clothes here at Pasar Seni (Central Market). There will be a selection of unique, fashionable, and carefully-curated clothes and items that are equally stylish and useful.
For more info, visit Central Market’s Instagram here.
6 January (Friday)
1. Tntco’s CNY 2023 After Party (Party) @ RexKL (6 pm)
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If you’re a big fan of Tntco’s clothing brand, then wear your favourite Tntco outfit and get into their rave CNY after-party for free! Worry not, if you still wanna party to their awesome music line-up, you can still get the tickets here.
Visit their Instagram for more info.
2. Wax & Wane (Instrumental Concert) @  (6 – 8 Jan, 8 pm)

Wax and Wane is a collaborative concert by two musicians — Handpan player Jian Hao and Ruan player HowZ. Apart from their solo performances, there will be other talented guest musicians joining them.
Get tickets for their show here. For more info, visit their Facebook.
7 January (Saturday)
1. Food Wine Arts Festival – Wine Festival (7 January @ Artisan’s Playground by Cookhouse)

Ladies and gentlemen, especially those with a great taste palate, you might wanna take up wine tasting. Taste nearly 60 labels of wine from the old world, new world and natural ones in this True Food and Wine Art Festival this Saturday at the Artisan’s Playground.
Get your tickets here.
2. CNY Market @ Tiffin At The Yard (7 – 8 Jan, 11.30 am – 8.30 pm)
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Other than a Chinese New Year Market with local apparel and homeware, there will also be balloons, bubbles and sand art activities on the weekends at Tiffin At The Yard.
For more events at Tiffin At The Yard, this January, visit their Instagram.
3. Bakul – Everyday Baskets From Sabah (Exhibition & Market) @ GoDownKL (7 Jan – 23 Feb, 12 pm – 7 pm)
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This 7-week-long exhibition showcases the Bakul collection of Sabahan author and collector Jennifer P. Linggi. From materials such as rattan, bamboo, bemban, mengkuang and many more sourced from the fierce jungle, indulge in Jennifer P Linggi’s breathtaking world of Bakul.
Wanna know the best part? Admission is free!
Encounter: Anime Echoes From The ACG World – (Orchestra) @ Pjpac (7 Jan – 7 pm & 8 Jan – 4 pm)

With a repertoire comprising soundtracks from Genshin Impact, Demon Slayer, Violet Evergarden, and many more, AOrchestra is opening the door for anime aficionados and music lovers alike to immerse themselves in the diverse themes the animation world has to offer.
Wanna know the best part? You can show up in your cosplay outfits too!
Click here for more information and get your tickets here.
8 January (Sunday)
1. Spider Live At Atas Angin Rock Show (Concert) @ Panggung Asia, Gombak (7.30 pm)
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At this Atas Angin’s Rockshow, rock on to Spider, known for hits such as Bila Nak Saksi, Relaku Pujuk, Cinta Dewa Dewi, Tapi Bagaimana and many more. There will also be supporting acts like 6ixth Sense and Margasatwa.
You can still get the tickets here.
Upcoming Shows
Here are some of the ticketed events for upcoming shows. Don’t miss out on the chance to secure a spot at your favourite performance or event.
Her Story – Monologue Performances (12 – 15 January @ KLPAC) Get tickets here. New Year’s Concert by MPO – Orchestra (14 January @ Petronas Philharmonic Hall)Get your tickets here. Jay Chou Carnival World Tour – Concert (15 January @ National Stadium Bukit Jalil)You can still get tickets here.Cakra Khan A Decade – Concert (20 January @ Plenary Hall KLCC)You can still get tickets here.Hearts of Harris – Concert (21 January @ Axiata Arena)Get tickets here.Tribute Greenday Malaysia – Tribute Concert (3 February @ Angkasa Event Space)Get tickets here.Ada Apa Dengan Melly? – Day 2 Concert (4 February @ Plenary Hall, KLCC)You can still get tickets here.Blue Heart And Soul Tour – Concert (10 February @ Plenary Hall, KLCC)Get tickets here.Westlife The Wild Dreams Tour – Concert (23 & 24 February @ Axiata Arena)You can still get tickets here.One Republic Live In Concert – Concert (1 March @ Hall 5 KL Convention Centre)You can still get free-standing tickets here.NusaFest – Concert (4 & 5 February @ Bandar Malaysia)Get Your tickets here. More info here.Joji Live In KL at Peakstrom Festival 2023 – Concert (19 February @ Surf Beach, Sunway Lagoon)Get your tickets here. Russel Peters: Act Your Age World Tour 2023 – Comedy Show (20 February @ Plenary Hall, KLCC)Get your tickets here.Simple Plan The Harder Than It Looks Tour – Concert (8 March @ Zepp KL)Get your tickets here.Bryan Adams So Happy It Hurts Tour – Concert (11 March @ Arena Of Stars, Genting)Get your tickets here.RhytmAsia Echoes From Beyond – Concert (11 March @ Sepang International Circuit)Get the tickets here.
P/S: If you have any future events you want the world to know about, submit your suggestions to melissasu@therakyatpost.com.

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16YO Student Attacked By Ten School Bullies, Father Unhappy With School’s Inaction

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A father is intent on taking action against a group of school bullies and a teacher after his son was attacked at school.

The 52-year-old father said his 16-year-old son was beaten up by a group of students on 11 May around 9.40am.
According to Harian Metro, a student asked the teen boy to meet him at the school field. When the teen boy turned up, he was set upon and attacked by a group of ten students.
The group hit, pushed and kicked the lone boy to the ground. He couldn’t retaliate and defend himself.
The boy’s father said his son was repeatedly kicked in the face by the group like they were playing football. Knowing that this happened to his son broke his heart.
Image: Father of victim
Some students tried to help the victim but failed to prevent the bullies from continuing their assault.
His son somehow managed to escape the group and immediately reported it to the school principal.
When I met the school principal, the principal said the issue can be resolved and I was speechless. How can an issue this big be resolved just like that without any action taken? This incident caused my son to suffer injuries on his head, arms, body and left leg.The boy’s father said and added that his son has yet to heal fully.
Two police reports have been lodged
According to Buzzkini, the boy’s father lodged two police reports regarding the incident and want action to be taken against the bullies.
It wasn’t the first time his son got bullied in the same school. Back in 2019, his son was bullied but the teacher allegedly told him that his son and the bully have made up with each other.
In that same year, the boy was threatened by another student with a knife. The boy didn’t tell his father until April 2020.
After reporting to the school, the student who brandished the knife had reportedly been kicked out of school. The boy’s father said it wasn’t a good enough reason to not take action against the student.
In light of these issues, the boy’s father is determined to pursue a legal case against the bullies and the school authorities if there’s a continued lack of action.
He also doesn’t wish to send his son to the same school anymore.
Police confirmed the incident happened
Meanwhile, Petaling Jaya police chief assistant commissioner Mohd Fakrudin Abdul Hamid confirmed that they had received the report.
The police have taken statements from the victim and several witnesses including the teachers.
The case will be investigated under Section 324 of the Penal Code.

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Malaysians Pay Tribute To Courageous, Selfless Firefighters As Rescue Effort Continues

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Firefighters continue to work persistently searching for the remaining landslide victims at Father’s Organic Farm.

Undaunted by rain and fatigue, the firefighters remained steadfast in their dedication.
Firefighters working on search and rescue efforts while under the rain at Father’s Organic Farm. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
Many have not changed clothes since day one of the disaster, nor did they take a shower as the search and rescue (SAR) effort enters day three.
As true good Samaritans, their main focus is to find the remaining victims as hopes wear thin.
A firefighter takes a quick meal with his gear donned during a short pause in the search and rescue effort due to heavy rain. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
Speaking anonymously, a firefighter at the scene said they are well trained and prepared to endure weariness.
There are accommodations in nearby towns where the firefighters can rest for the night, but for the firefighters, there is no need for that.
Service to others is the core of our job. If it means taking a nap wherever we can in the course of duty, that’s nothing. It is not for lack of equipment and facilities, but rather, it’s because our first priority is to save lives and the situation is most urgent.A firefighter on his teammates being lauded by the public for their selfless service throughout the Batang Kali landslide disaster.
The firefighter commented on a photo of his comrades huddling together as they took a nap out of sheer exhaustion.
The photo has since gone viral on social media, with netizens saying their efforts reveal more than just the help-thy-neighbour bravery.
He said it was not for lack of equipment and facilities.
Terima kasih kepada semua yang terlibat dalam misi penyelamat dalam kejadian tanah runtuh di Batang Kali. Mereka semua sangat komited & berdedikasi tanpa mengira bangsa, agama & pangkat.Ini lah wajah Malaysia sebenar. #DemiPertiwi pic.twitter.com/Bwzretb4bF— IkhwanSyahmi (@IkhwanSyahmi296) December 17, 2022
The disaster site has been a beehive of activities, with media personnel standing for any latest news.
Social activist Kuan Chee Heng and his team also played their part in expressing appreciation to the firefighters.
Kuan, known as Uncle Kentang, brought supplies to the firefighters for a simple ‘field kitchen’.
Uncle Kentang (left) preparing hot drinks and cooking instant noodles for firefighters at Father’s Organic Farm. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
The supplies included gas stoves, pots, coffee, condensed milk, instant noodles, chocolates and biscuits.
Kuan said it is a simple gesture to the nation’s modern-day heroes.
They deserve recognition and appreciation for risking their lives to save others. Their willingness to endure pain or hardship without showing their feelings or complaining should never be taken for granted.Social activist Kuan Chee Heng to TRP on the sacrifice of fire fighters.
Uncle Kentang loading up a volunteer ambulance with food supplies, including instant noodles, for the firefighters on duty in Batang Kali. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
Kuan also pointed out that firefighters’ schedules require much sacrifice; often working 24-hour shifts, they leave behind their families to serve others.
Death Toll Mounts
The current death toll is 24, comprising 5 boys, 2 girls, 4 men and 13 women.
At the time of writing, there are still 9 missing victims.
A total of 61 victims were rescued.
Three more victims were found in the search operation today (17 December).
Disciplined and faithful, a firefighter takes a short break to perform the wudu (ritually clean the body before praying). (Pix: Fernando Fong)
The firefighters coordinated the SAR operations with the police, who also assisted the many journalists, photographers and videographers as best they could.
The police were courteous and professional even as they ensured standard operating procedure (SOP) was always maintained.
The Special Civil Defence Force (PASPA) and the Civil Defence Force in Hulu Selangor also assisted in SAR operations.
A PASPA personnel takes a breather during the SAR operation in Father’s Organic Farm. (Pix: Fernando Fong)

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[Watch] Video Of Staff Celebrating Security Guard’s Birthday Goes Viral And Moves Many

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Birthdays are special and made even more meaningful when celebrated with friends and family.

However, not everyone has the luxury of celebrating with their family and friends as some have to travel far to earn a living.
Recently, a birthday celebration at a Tune Talk office went viral on social media as it was a surprise birthday celebration for a security guard working there.
Through the video that was uploaded by @tunetalk, the staff of the company were seen celebrating the birthday of the security guard who is a foreigner, known as Pande or also called ‘Bossku’.
The staff called him up to the office and once he arrived there, they surprised him with a cake and sang for him the ‘Happy Birthday’ song.
The security guard seemed to be overwhelmed with the celebration and he was full of smiles when cutting the cake.
However, the moment became even more heart-warming when Pande shed tears while informing the staff that this was the first time he celebrated his birthday in Malaysia after working here for eight years.
In the video, it was mentioned that Pande always took care of the staff members’ wellbeing in the office.
The video touched the hearts of many.

In life sometimes it’s the small act of kindness that goes a long way for those who receive them.

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Fahmi To Get MCMC To Crack Down On Scalpers Regarding Coldplay Ticket Resales

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Scalping unfortunately still plagues Malaysia especially when it comes to buying concert tickets for our favourite bands — in this case, Coldplay.

Scalping in modern terms translates to bulk or automated buying, and is a threat to eCommerce and ticketing websites selling sought-after products and services.
Unfortunately for many Coldplay fans this time around, scalpers beat them by snatching up most of the available tickets.
Many Twitter users such as @Firdausi_Fauzi, called for the Communications and Digital Minister Fahmi Fadzil to do something about websites that resell tickets for higher prices.

Gila betullah,haram kan jelah reseller websit mcm ni YB @fahmi_fadzil @farhanzulkefly, loyal fan queue 7,8 jam, masuk2 tiket habis meanwhile scalper jual harga macam ni. Bila tgk orang sanggup beli harga 2 3 times mcm ni,lg ramai bangang buat kerja fkir easy money cmni.
@Firdausi_Fauzi via Twitter
Today, Fahmi noted that the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has since been instructed to take action against advertisements reselling ‘Coldplay Malaysia’ tickets on social media.
According to Free Malaysia Today, Fahmi said:

Get the Coldplay concert tickets from legitimate sources, avoid falling victim to ticket scams.
Communications and Digital Minister Fahmi Fadzil
On his official Twitter account, Fahmi shared a screenshot which stated that “Coldplay tickets are being resold for up to RM43,000”.
To that his reply was:

This is outrageous – ticket issue below @KPDN_HQ. God willing, I will rise with @MyDSA_official
Communications and Digital Minister Fahmi Fadzil
Twitter user @reneereneesha wrote:

I didn’t realise I was following someone who is somewhat a scalper but claims not to be. Got so furious when I watched her story. Whether it’s queue-ing for friends or not, same difference because multiple tabs are open and tickets are bought on all the tabs. JUST HORRIBLE.
@reneereneesha via Twitter
Meanwhile, former Health Ministry social media and communications consultant @ayshardzn received flack for comparing a scalper to a personal shopper while trying to explain her point of view on the issue.
She tweeted:

I used a personal shopper once to buy stuff from IKEA. I didn’t mind paying extra, I just needed something fast and the PS could go and get it for me the same day. It’s not just for when you don’t have access to things. Scalpers to me are people who buy tickets to resell at inflated prices (some could be bots). I don’t see a problem with people using ticket services. There’s a difference I think.
@ayshardzn via Twitter
Many condemned this comparison stating that this was a bad example as scalpers tend to sell tickets at much higher prices than what a personal shopper would do.
If one were to take a peek at popular secondhand marketplace Carousell, the most popular CAT 3 standing zone tickets, which originally cost RM658, are now being sold at about RM1,400.

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UKM Takes Down Dress Code Poster After Social Media Outrage

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Over the weekend, a poster bearing the university’s logo, showing appropriate and unacceptable attire for graduands and visitors attending the convocation event was shared on various social media platforms.

It went viral as many took to criticising the university for seemingly banning saree and cheongsam.
The criticism came about as the university included an image of two women wearing a saree and a cheongsam, respectively, under the category of restricted attire.
This prompted netizens to assume that the university had prohibited these traditional attires from being worn during their convocation ceremony.
Following the criticism, the dress code advisory which was posted on the official UKM Konvo website was taken down.
It was later replaced with a new one that did not include any images.
(Credits: ukm.my)
It all started when a Twitter user questioned the validity of the information that was included in the poster.
UKM is this true? Why are you, a university, practising supremacist policies? Please STOP ✋ pic.twitter.com/VrkAjFXGpA— Anne James 🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴 (@annejames44) October 30, 2022
UKM is this true? Why are you, a university, practising supremacist policies? Please STOP.said Twitter user, @annejames44
Other Netizens Thought The Advise Was Designed To Discourage Individuals From Exposing Too Much Skin
While many assumed UKM had issued what they deemed as a “culturally insensitive dress code”, a few individuals believed the guide was meant to prevent attendees from displaying too much skin.
According to them, the guide was to ensure no one turned up in sleeveless attire but to wear a long-sleeved version of a saree, cheongsam, kurti, or hanfu.
Netizens pointed out that this was a formal event that required modest attire.
However, many individuals were upset with the guidelines, saying this was not the multicultural and diversified Malaysia where many of them grew up in
Many individuals were also highly upset that such a statement could possibly be made.
According to them, this is not the multicultural and diversified Malaysia where many of them grew up. And it is unacceptable to attempt to teach the attire of other cultures.

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All-new Mazda3 finally available in Malaysia

The all-new Mazda3 has finally made its way to Malaysia and it looks absolutely superb!

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Coming in with two distinctively attractive body types featuring;
A stylish and elegant sedan model.

And a fearsome-looking liftback (hatchback) model.

Both variants ultimately conceptualize the Japanese automotive giantâ€™s â€œKodo – Soul of Motionâ€ design spirit, providing the car with its very own signature look and feel.
The Mazda3 is equipped with either a SKYACTIV-G 1.5L engine or a meaner 2.5L version.
The models come complete with Mazdaâ€™s SKYACTIVE-DRIVE 6-speed automatic transmission and manual shift mode along with the companyâ€™s engineered G-Vectoring Control Plus, which provides the car with excellent performance and handling.

Looking at it from the inside, the car sports an all-new simplistic interior, adapting minimalist elements giving the Mazda3 a sleek and cultivated aesthetic.

Focused on providing the ultimate driving experience, the car is noted to be both quiet and comfortable, while packing a great stock sound system to bounce to.
The car also comes with tones of state-of-the-art features which acronyms would have an automotive expert jumping with delight like, ABS, TCS, ESS, HLA, etc… (and probably also WTF, GTG, TGIF, FOMO, LOL…)

The car comes in seven different colours available for the sedan model and another six colours for the liftback and is currently on the market starting at RM139k++.
For more of the Mazda3â€™s specs and details, click on the link below;
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Malaysian Family’s Classical Indian Rendition Of ‘YNWA’ Goes Global

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After Liverpool FC’s English Premier League title win on Friday, fans all over the world erupted in song, belting out the anthem ‘You’ll Never Walk Alone”, but a Malaysian family’s special rendition has caught global attention online.
Jubilated by the win, Gurmukh Singh and wife Inderjit Kaur with their three children, Kavelnain Kaur (21), Gursimer Kaur (19) and Gurishver Singh (15) – sat down with their musical instruments and performed an Indian classical rendition of the English football club’s anthem.
Little did they know, it would soon garner them fans of their own from across the world.
The 5-minute clip posted on Sunday has since gone ridiculously viral with over 2,000 shares and 100,000 views (and counting) on Facebook. It’s even popped up several other social media platforms from the Liverpool FC subreddit to Premier League India sharing the clip on their Twitter account.
A classical flavour to @LFC‘s 🎶 You’ll Never Walk Alone 🎶📹 Gurmukh Singh pic.twitter.com/sHYsdzfwgO— Premier League India (@PLforIndia) June 29, 2020
Gurmukh admits that his family are definitely feeling overwhelmed by the messages of support pouring in from across the globe. There’s texts and comments from Australia, United States, United Kingdom, Africa and even a call from an Indian newspaper keen on running the story.
The 54-year-old lawyer told us that he’d always wanted to do this classical mash-up, being both a lifelong Liverpool fan and trained in classical music.
I have been a fan of the Liverpool Football Club since I was 11 years old. The sheer joy and euphoria in seeing my childhood club lift this coveted Trophy after a 30 year wait prompted me to come up with this “gig”.Gurmukh Singh to TRP.
In fact, his entire family has been doing keertan (Sikh hymns) together for years and even did a Facebook live session for the Sikh religious festival of Vaisakhi during the Movement Control Order (MCO) in April.
This video was simply a happy confluence of timing and chance. Gurmukh, who has been toying with the idea since last year, finally found the right time with everyone at home.
But never in a million years did the Kuala Lumpur-based family dream of being such a viral sensation.
While the recording of this YNWA classical Indian mash-up may be a fortunate moment, the family’s incredible talent is clearly the reason for the thousands of shares.
Patriarch Gurmukh on the harmonium with his son Gurishver on the tabla laid the foundation of the song, while Gursimer’s dulcet tones led the vocals with her mother Inderjit and sister Kavelnain (also on keyboard) harmonising together.
Even their fluffy little dog Argon joined in the fun, weaving in and out as they celebrated Liverpool FC’s long awaited title win after 30 years with the classical sound of music.
Argon joining in the family singing session.(Credit: Gurmukh Singh/Facebook)
Fans were also quick to notice Gurishver being the odd one out with a Manchester United FC scarf draped around his neck.
So my wife and daughters were with me on this. Gurishver agreed to play tabla provided he dons his Man United Scarf. He had to carefully balance being a cooperative family member and loyal fan of the Red Devils.Gurmukh Singh to TRP.
Even in the video, Gurnmukh admits that his son was not terribly pleased to sing a rival club’s anthem but was “very magnanimous and obliging.”
Perhaps one day, the family might return the favour with a classical Indian mash-up of “Glory Glory Man United”,  but Gurmukh isn’t too sure.
For now, the family man simply hopes that Liverpool FC manager Jurgen Kloop and players enjoy the clip, with wishful thoughts of being flown to Anfield and given complimentary Grand Stand tickets to witness one of Liverpool’s matches.
Nonetheless, the family welcomes the well wishes while they continue doing what they love, together.
We were just having fun, you know. We are very much the simple folk whose primary love is to sing keertan, the praises of the Lord. We pray for the blessings and grace that we are able to continue to do this with humility.Gurmukh Singh to TRP.
Watch the family’s soulful rendition of “You’ll Never Walk Alone” below:

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Liverpool win Premier League: Reds' 30-year wait for top-flight title ends


RM11mil for Palestinian education a moral obligation, says Dr Mahathir

About RM11.47 million has been raised by both private and local universities to fund Palestinians to live here in Malaysia to further their studies.
Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad received mock cheques yesterday from 12 local universities at the Ninth Grand Iftar by the Palestinian Cultural Organisation Malaysia (PCOM) in Putrajaya yesterday.
(Pic Credit: Kementerian Pendidikan Malaysia)
The Malaysian Education Ministry, through the PCOM, decided to welcome Palestinians to continue their studies in both undergraduate and postgraduate studies here.
Among the 12 established universities from all around Malaysia, include Management Science University (MSU), MAHSA University, Sunway University, University Teknologi Petronas (UTP) and Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM).
 (Pic Credit: Kementerian Pendidikan Malaysia)
Dr Mahathir feels that this act is part of a moral obligation of our country towards Palestinians who have been oppressed for decades.

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This boat in Klang River is cleaning up our trash thanks to 23yo Dutch inventor

Greta Thunberg may be the poster girl for the urgent state of climate change, but she’s not alone in the fight.
Boyan Slat, founder of The Ocean Cleanup, has been ridding oceans of harmful plastic since the age of 19 when he founded the company in 2013.
Today, the Interceptor 002 is floating in Klang river, collecting the trash that we Malaysians thoughtlessly toss aside.

The Interceptor 002 is one of 4 built to intercept (hehe) river plastic pollution before the trash can reach the ocean.
Klang River was one of the chosen starting points as The Ocean Cleanup has identified it as one of the 50 most polluting rivers in the world.
Interceptor 001 has already been cleaning up rivers in Jakarta, Indonesia since 2016. The other Interceptors are meant to be installed in the Mekong River in Vietnam and the Santa Domingo in the Dominican Republic.

The Interception on the Klang River.(Picture credit: Twitter)

According to The Ocean Cleanup, just 1% of the world’s 100,000 rivers are responsible for roughly 80% of the garbage entering the oceans.
The Interceptor 002 has already cleaned up trash such as handbags, motorcycle helmets, and countless plastic bottles.
The massive amount of trash collected in the Klang River.(Picture credit: Twitter)

Helmet is ok.Dont be suprised if you also found motorcycle.
â€” Encikkimi (@encikkimi) November 3, 2019

Thankfully, wildlife are safe from the machine.

Only ones that are already dead
â€” Boyan Slat (@BoyanSlat) November 3, 2019

The Interceptor can store up to 50mÂ³ of trash. Once the barge is filled up, local waste operators will collect the barge, empty the dumpsters, and send the trash to local waste management facilities. The barge can collect 50,000kg of trash in a single day!

The Interceptor 002 on the Klang river.(Picture credit: The Ocean Cleanup)

However, The Ocean Cleanup stresses that they should not be the garbage man of the ocean forever.
Prevention of waste and pollution should be the first priority for the community.
Their efforts are simply to clean up the trash that has already reached our rivers and oceans- but that source of garbage should be stopped before it even reaches the water.

One boat can only do so much.(Picture credit: The Ocean Cleanup)

This means that not only do we need to stop littering on the ground, we need to stop treating our drains as a trash can.
Our drains are only meant to hold water because it drains directly into the rivers, which drains into the ocean.
If it’s blocked with trash, the rainwater will cause flash floods, proven by the numerous reports of flooding during the monsoon season.

For more information of the Interceptor and how it works, find out more on their website here.
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Malaysian Animated Series Mechamato Tops Votes At Japan’s Tokyo Anime Award Festival

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Mechamato, the animated series is now the number-one series at the Tokyo Anime Award Festival (TAAF2023).

The Malaysian cartoon series reached the Japanese market earlier in October last year on Netflix. Now it has become one of the favourite animated series in Japan.
With the market there, the show is dubbed in Japanese with voice actors such as Ayumu Murase as Amato, Yoshitsugu Matsuoka as MechaBot, Ryoko Shiraishi as Pian, Emiri Kato as Mara and Satomi Otani as Deep.
These voice actors are quite well-known for their work in other famous shows in Japan and they are among the reasons Mechamato gained popularity there.
Nizam Razak, the founder of Monsta and the show’s creator, recounted the days when they found out who was going to voice the characters. They didn’t expect they could get such an amazing and talented lineup.
1/5 Mechamato kini #1 di Tokyo Anime Award https://t.co/FLDBldXZMh Pelakon suara Mechamato versi Jepun: Ayumu Murase sebagai Amato, Yoshitsugu Matsuoka sebagai MechaBot, Ryoko Shiraishi sebagai Pian, Emiri Kato sebagai Mara dan Satomi Otani sebagai Deep. pic.twitter.com/qHqSVeDBlK— MechanizamABDRAZAK (@nizamabdrazak) January 15, 2023
Mechamato is currently number one as they compete with other Japanese animated series at the Tokyo Anime Award Festival 2023.
If Mechamato can remain in the top spot until 3 February, it will be the first non-Japanese animated product in Japan to win the Anime Fan Award.
Votes are counted daily so show your support for our local animation by voting for Mechamato here. Just remember to set your Google to translate to English to understand the page better.
About Mechamato
Mechamato is a Malaysian animated series produced by Animonsta Studios (also known as Monsta), focusing on a boy named Amato and his partner robot, Mechabot who fights against bad robots. Mechabot is a robot that can mechanise random everyday objects into a high-tech device.
The show is set before the BoBoiBoy franchise (it is said that Amato is the father of BoboiBoy) in Kota Hilir (inspired by Bandar Hilir, Melaka).
Mechamato the movie
Following the recent release of the Mechamato movie in Malaysia and Brunei on 8 December 2022, a Japanese fan even travelled 5,134 km from Japan to watch the movie in Malaysian cinemas.
Not only that, fans from Singapore, Indonesia and the Philippines also came to Malaysia to watch and support the new Mechamato movie.
On 5 January, the movie hit a collection of RM34 million after 28 days of screening, exceeding its cost of RM30 million.
Last week, Nizam said that they were doing their best to release the Japanese version of the Mechamato movie. Here’s the Japanese version of the movie’s poster.
(1/4) MONSTA sedang berusaha untuk tayangan Mechamato Movie di Jepun. Kami sedang merancang samada tayangan di pawagam ataupun di platform OTT seperti Netflix, atau kedua-duanya sekali. Ini adalah poster yang lebih kepada citarasa di Jepun. pic.twitter.com/SVNZ5Z9phu— MechanizamABDRAZAK (@nizamabdrazak) January 10, 2023
If you still haven’t seen the Mechamato Movie, it’s still available in cinemas now.
It’s actually a prequel to the series, recounting the story of how Amato first met Mechabot in a crashed prison spaceship. There, Amato eventually becomes mechabot’s new master, leading them to be pursued by an evil alien named Grakakus.
Catch the trailer here.

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M’sian Cooking For Dummies: 4-Ingredient Udang Sambal Petai To Cook At Home

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As a Malaysian, you either love udang sambal petai or hate it. The unassuming green beans has a delightful texture and mild taste, but carries a smell that clings to you like a desperate ex.

Still, the stomach wants what the stomach wants, and sometimes you just can’t beat the craving for udang sambal petai. What better time to cook it for yourself at home, now that you have the excuse of not seeing others (and burping petai-breath in their faces)?
Celebrity chef Sherson Lian tells us that while the dish may seem intimidating, it’s actually super easy and quick to whip up- you’d probably have the dish ready to eat before your rice finishes cooking.
4-Ingredient Udang Sambal Petai
Ingredients:
Udang (prawns with the shell will lend the dish a shrimpier flavour, but for ease of eating, you can easily find deveined and peeled prawns as well)Petai (grocery stores now often carry pre-peeled petai so you won’t get the lingering smell of petai on your fingers either)Half a red onion (sliced)Pre-made sambal paste
The best part is, you get to decide how much petai you want to eat without any judgement.(Credit: TRP)
Preperation:
1) Wash and clean the prawns. Then, pat dry. Toss in a hot pan until it is nearly, but not quite, cooked through. Then, take the prawns off the heat and set aside.
The prawns should be mostly orange, but still have some grey to it. Not to worry, as you will cook it more later, and cooking it fully at this step will lead to overcooked, rubbery prawns.(Credit: TRP)
2) While the pan is still hot, add in a bit of oil. Then, add the petai. As it cooks, it will turn a shade of brighter green. Right before it cooks through, take it off the heat as well.
If you don’t know how to judge the done-ness of petai, there’s always the trust fork test: just poke it with a fork and see whether or not it has softened.(Credit: TRP)
3) At this point, you’re almost done. You can put the almost-cooked petai together with your almost-cooked prawns for ease of washing up later. Here, we put them separately.
Note that the prawns still have a very mild hint of grey, while the petai is bright green.(Credit: TRP)
4) Add a bit more oil to the pan. Add the red onion slices.
Onions are an aromatic that makes almost everything smell and taste better.(Credit: TRP)
5) Drop a spoonful of sambal paste so that it cooks together with the onions. Frying the pastes brings out their flavour even more, so you should always try to do it when cooking. Stir for a minute or two until the onions start to brown.
Go big or go home: be generous with your seasoning and your seasoning will be generous back. As a general guideline, 1 big tablespoon is usually enough for 1-2 portions. Feel free to adjust to personal preferences.(Credit: TRP)
6) Add the prawns and the petai. Stir fry for another few minutes until everything is fully cooked through and well-coated with sambal.
This way, the prawns can be cooked to just the right done-ness without being overcooked.(Credit: TRP)
7) Put it on a nice plate and serve with rice.
That’s it. That’s all it takes for udang sambal petai.(Credit: TRP)

For this recipe, we used Sherson’s specialty Sambal Cincalok Belimbing Buluh paste from his line of Rencah pastes.
Cincalok isn’t a common ingredient used except in Malacca, where he grew up. You may know is as the pink fermented condiment with tiny shrimps, and can be a bit of an acquired taste.
For this paste, he mixed the cincalok with chunks of belimbing buluh (also known as bilimbi), a tart fruit with an acidic flavour, and sambal hitam.

The end result is an addictive savoury taste with hints of tartness that invigorates the appetite. Surprisingly, it had very little taste of fermentation, and is an amazing flavour-bomb all on its own. This sambal flavour is definitely something fresh, a welcome change to the usual sambal we eat.
PS. If petai isn’t your thing, try out the 3-ingredient ikan sambal belacan instead! Check out the recipe HERE.

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Vaccines For Kids Under 12 Still Being Studied, Remains Undecided

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Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin held a press conference yesterday, 1 September, along with the Ministry of Health (MOH) to update the public on matters relating to Covid-19, vaccination programmes, and other matters under MOH jurisdiction.

Among the talking points of the press conference was vaccination of kids.
According to Khairy, Malaysia has yet to make a decision on the vaccination of kids

There is no approval for pediatric vaccination in Malaysia, or anywhere else at this point. It is still being studied by the relevant authorities, be it the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of the US, or the National Health Regulatory Authority (NHRA). As soon as we have enough data to show that pediatric vaccination is safe, we will take it to the vaccine committee for consideration, and only then will a decision be made.Minister of Health Khairy Jamaluddin
He added that vaccine manufacturer Pfizer-BioNTech is in the process of manufacturing a specialised pediatric vaccine which will contain lower doses compared to the adult vaccine.
Unvaccinated kids will be safe if adults are vaccinated
Credit: Farhan Najib / Malay Mail
Khairy said with the absence of vaccines for kids, the best option at hand is to vaccinate the adults at schools, including teachers, school staff and even canteen staff.
MOH is also considering making the vaccine mandatory in order to manage antivax related issues.
“I have not yet reached the point where I recommend all Cabinet members get the vaccine,” he said, as the Government has not yet declared the vaccine mandatory.
Those who reject the vaccine must do self-tests
A new ruling may be put into action soon specifically for those who reject the vaccine for non-medical reasons.
Khairy said those individuals must perform scheduled self-tests to ensure they are not infected with the virus.

As soon as we enter the endemic phase, whether vaccinated or not, you will have to perform self-tests frequently. For those who reject the vaccine, they must follow a schedule for self-testing, possibly using a rapid test, and if found positive, to be confirmed using a PCR test.Minister of Health Khairy Jamaluddin
Khairy also mentioned that the Government in a Cabinet meeting has decided to fix a ceiling on the price of Covid-19 self-tests.
An announcement on the matter is expected to be made soon by Minister of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi.

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Hendrick’s Gin Invites Curious-Minded Individuals to Exchange Cucumbers For Drinks

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Hendrick’s Gin, the unconventional gin maker, has launched its Refreshing Encounters campaign, offering a unique and refreshing way to enjoy a Hendrick’s & Tonic cocktail.

As part of the campaign, Hendrick’s Gin is returning its Cucumber Currency Exchange, where cucumbers can be exchanged for drinks at participating bars.
Over 60 bars in Kuala Lumpur and Penang will accept cucumbers as currency, and consumers can exchange a cucumber for a Hendrick’s & Tonic at each participating bar.
The campaign is set to take place on 14 July.

Hendrick’s Gin Southeast Asia Brand Ambassador, Charmaine Thio, said Hendrick’s unusual distillation process includes an infusion of rose and cucumber, which yields an extraordinarily smooth gin that is a rare union of lightness and complexity.

There is simply no better way to cap off Hendrick’s cocktail than with a little green garnish cut from the same fruit that gives Hendrick’s its pleasingly unusual flavour.”
Hendrick’s Gin Southeast Asia Brand Ambassador, Charmaine Thio.
TV Commercial Directed by The Perlorian Brothers
The Refreshing Encounters campaign features a mix of live-action and animation with a Victorian-esque surrealism theme.
The campaign includes a TV commercial directed by The Perlorian Brothers, known for their absurdist style.
Hendrick’s Gin invites curious-minded individuals to exchange this unconventional green fruit for the most peculiar libation, a Hendrick’s & Tonic.
The campaign offers an escape from the humdrum of ordinary life and a respite from the unrelenting heat.
All promotions and activities are open to non-Muslims aged 21 and above only.

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Long Anticipated Sexual Harassment Bill To Be Tabled In Parliament In 2020

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With the recent cultural shift against toxic masculinity and as more and more Malaysian women move to reveal their sexual harassment horror stories and experiences online, Malaysia is set to introduce a new Sexual Harassment Bill to be tabled at the Dewan Rakyat by the end of the year.
According to the Women, Family and Community Development Ministry (KPWKM), the Sexual Harassment Bill, which was first pushed forward by the previous Pakatan Harapan (PH) government, will provide thorough definitions on what counts as sexual harassment, improve the nation’s systems to allow for sexual harassment victims to come forward and effectively report their cases, as well reforming punishment and penalties for sexual assaulters and predators.
In legal terms, Malaysian law does not specifically define sexual assault or violence but are instead spread out into separate legal documents such as the Penal Code, Sexual Offences Against Children Act and the Employment Act.
Sexual harassment and violence as defined by Malaysian laws.(Women’s Aid Organisation)
KPWKM minister Datuk Seri Rina Mohd Harun explained that part of the challenge of implementing the legislation would be Malaysia’s dividing legal systems where laws tend to differ and handle differently at the federal and state level, just like how the previous proposal to ban child marriages in the country was scratched when seven states (Kedah, Kelantan, Negeri Sembilan, Pahang, Perlis, Sarawak, and Terengganu) had opposed the idea.

How Msia’s Complex Laws Put Child Marriage Ban At A Standstill

Meanwhile, KPWKM also aims to table a bill to recognise social work as a true profession.
The bill is set to establish Malaysia’s very own Social Work Profession Council and have social workers registered and operating according to standards.

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Former IGP Musa Hassan Says Don’t Speculate Amidst Viral Video Clips

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Several clips of what looked like a domestic dispute have had social media tongues wagging since earlier this evening.

The clips were shared by a Telegram account called Edisi Siasat, in which they alleged the man seen in it, wearing a red helmet is a former Inspector-General of Police (IGP).
The clips were believed to have been shot by a woman who was arguing with the man, however she was not in any of the shots and only her voice could be heard. There was also a child spotted in the clips.
It is unclear what they were arguing about but it sounded like a financial and property-related dispute.
Netizens were quick to tag former IGP Tan Sri Musa Hassan, 72, on Twitter where the clips had been shared by several accounts, among them @makcikbawangmu and @helahhidup.
At 6.21pm, Musa who tweets under the handle @TSMusaHassan replied to @IzzraifHarz who tagged him, saying: “Parents fighting depan anak. Idk what’s the context tho..pls explain @TSMusaHassan.”
While he did not make any admissions directly to being the man in the video, Musa said: “This is a private family problem. Do not get involved. Those who make speculations will face legal action.”

Another user @bernardleeym asked the former IGP how was it considered speculation when it was caught on video.
Musa was married to Juriah Ahmad. She passed away in 2019 at the age of 73. It is not known if Musa remarried or had taken a second wife.
Earlier, several Twitter users shared a news article from 1 March by Harian Metro titled “Former senior police officer hits second wife?”.
The article said KL police chief Datuk Azmi Abu Kassim confirmed receiving a report where the second wife of a high-ranking former police officer alleged she had been hit by her husband at their home. The report was lodged on 1 March at 8pm at the Taman Tun Dr Ismail police station.
The former police officer had also lodged a report on the same day at 3pm through his lawyer where he alleged he was hit with a helmet.
There has been no confirmation so far that the domestic dispute reported by Harian Metro is linked to the viral clips.

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Here’s how you can get 50% off coffee until the end of the month

Did you know that Dunkin’ Donuts, a staple in the Malaysian doughnut scene, has been around since 1987?
In fact, people used to dunk their doughnuts in coffee in the US (like how we do with biscuits and Milo), which is actually how the name Dunkin’ Donuts came to be!

The perfect pair.(Picture credit: TRP)

Now, the coffee and doughnut chain is renaming their brand to just Dunkin’, to refocus attention on their quality coffee offering in addition to their doughnuts.
To celebrate, the chain is offering 50% off all coffee beverages during the Dunkin’ Coffee Hour, which is from opening to 2pm daily.
This promotion will run until 30th November and is available at all Dunkin’ Malaysia outlets (except at the airport).
The announcement came in conjunction with the opening of their newest store in Suria KLCC, which will have exclusive flavours such as Cheesecake, Big Boss, and Coffee Bean doughnuts.

The newest Dunkin’ store in Suria KLCC.(Picture credit: Dunkin’)

If you’re a coffee-lover, you may like their new Vanilla Latte and Coffee doughnuts to go with their coffee.

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[Watch] “Are You Deaf?” Customer Mocks McD Staff; Netizens Are Shocked By ‘Lack Of Manners’

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The Malays have a proverb, kerana mulut badan binasa, which means a person will get into trouble if he’s not careful with his words.

Recently, a video that featured a man behaving rudely at McDonald’s drive-thru had gone viral on Twitter.
At first, the man was seen only ordering food as usual and nothing happened.
However, things turned ugly when the employee on duty asked questions to ensure that the order was taken correctly.
The man began to ‘get upset’ and scolded the employee.
Sumpah aku panas hati tengok si pondan hauk ni maki maki cashier mcd. His defense was cashier tu tanya balik nak berapa pcs???? Dengan staff marhaen kau berani lah tunjuk power eh, ke sebab tengah record??? pic.twitter.com/y7zODeN6Da— Gojo Sexy Satoru’s Wife (@elorakdshn) January 28, 2022
I said 3 (chicken pieces) just now, right? I said set! Why are you deaf? Next time, talk to the customer nicely.The angry customer scolding a McDonald’s employee at the drive-thru counter
It is understood that the video was recorded and uploaded by the man himself on his TikTok website, but was deleted after receiving public criticism.
Online Firestorm
The man’s actions, which were described as being angry for no reason, had provoked various reactions from the public.
They were indignant with his rude attitude towards the employee.
Netizens said such people should be reported to the authorities.
Others commented that the man probably thinks he can gain popularity by being rude.
The man’s gender orientation also became a matter of speculation, due to his demeanor.

At the same time, netizens tried to dig up past videos uploaded by the man.
Moral of the lesson: think twice before you get angry.
Orang yang sama ka ahhaha pic.twitter.com/OqeuXrAmqg— alan (@alanrslee) January 29, 2022

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Penang Wet Markets To Use Cashless Payments By December

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The Penang state government is aiming to convert all public markets in the state to use cashless payments by the end of the year.
What you need to know: The state government has appointed 282 digital trainers to guide market traders and consumers on using cashless payments. They have invited 18 e-payment companies to offer various incentives to traders.
Who said what: Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow hopes that e-payment will be accepted by at least 90% of the 56 public markets by December. Executive councillor Jagdeep Singh Deo said that the initiative began on April 26 this year at the Taman Tun Sardon market, which has been very well received since.
Why it matters: The reduction of cash payments can potentially lead to a more hygienic market experience. However, we’re not sure how this move would affect the people who actually frequent these markets the most, like the elderly.
Read more:Cashless payments at all Penang markets by December [FMT]Govt Will Only Be Giving Out Free RM50 ePenjana Credit At The End Of July [TRP]

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Here’s Where You Get The Perfect Bowl Of Beef Noodle Soup In PJ For Under RM10

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There’s nothing more comforting than a piping hot bowl of beef noodle soup. And there’s nowhere better to get your fill of delicious beef noodle soup than at a humble hawker stall in Petaling Jaya.

Albert Thum Famous Beef Noodle has been operating in O&S Restaurant, Taman Paramount, since 2006. While Albert Thum himself sadly passed away shortly after setting up his stall, his wife took up the reigns and diligently cooks their special family recipe beef noodles daily.
Left: The large-sized bowl at just RM10, chock-full of beefy goodness enough for two pax, right: the medium-sized bowl at RM9, which is quite generously portioned by itself.(Credit: TRP)
The recipe has been adapted from Albert Thum’s sister-in-law from Thailand, who brought it over when the family was still in Ipoh. Later, Albert and his wife adapted that recipe for their beef noodle stall. The result is a rich dark beef broth which is aromatic and savoury yet light, without the strong smells commonly associated with cheaper cuts of beef.
The heavy taste of meat is cut with the taste of fresh herbs such as coriander and spring onion. A heavy dash of ground white pepper adds a bit of spice to the hot soup.
The tender beef is waiting to melt in your mouth.(Credit: TRP)
Yet perhaps the star of the show is the extremely tender cuts of beef that melts in your mouth. Mrs Thum is not one to skimp on toppings: you get thick, full cuts of beef, beef tripe, beef balls, and soft turnips.
Everything is fresh and done expertly, even the tripe, which is soft and chewy without the usual odour of offal.
At its base is a very generous portion of delicious noodles, springy and full of beefy flavours. Even a medium bowl will be enough to satisfy hungry patrons, but go for the large if you truly feel like eating for two.
This writer has a personal preference for kuey teow soups, but of course the stall also offers all your favourite kinds of noodles too.(Credit: TRP)
Of course, O&S Restaurant also have loads of other delicious food stalls, from favourites such as prawn mee to yong tau foo. While parking can also be a little difficult, the food is worth it to park a little further and walk to.

Albert Thum Famous Beef Noodle @ O&S Restaurant39, Jalan 20/14Taman Paramount,46300 Petaling Jaya, SelangorOpen everyday 7am-2pm (or whenever they sell out)
Check out our video review below!

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[Watch] Myvi Runs Over Toll Boom Gate After RFID Failed To Be Detected Several Times

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RFID was supposed to make the commute easier but it has caused more problems such as long lines due to its subpar detection at toll booths.

It was bad enough until a driver had enough of it.
In a recent viral video, a white Myvi tried to get past the Cheras-Kajang toll but was held back by the boom gate because the RFID couldn’t be detected.
The driver kept reversing and driving forward a few times to no avail. After much trial and error, the driver just stepped on the gas and rammed the boom gate.

The driver behind the Myvi couldn’t help but laugh. When it was his turn to go past the toll, the boom gate swung open and broke off.
Netizens had a good chuckle and joked that no one should cross a Myvi aka the King of the Road.
While it didn’t look like exemplary behaviour, netizens agreed that the Myvi driver did what they had to do.
Here’s to hoping that the RFID detection will be improved.

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[Watch] 3YO Kelantan Boy Hit By Car After Dashing Across The Road, Suffers Broken Bones

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A 3-year-old boy broke his bones and suffered bodily injuries after he ran across the street and was hit by an oncoming car.

The accident occurred at Jalan Wakaf Aik in Bachok, Kelantan, around 3.30pm yesterday (9 August).

The dashcam video showed the boy dashing across the road before his father could stop him.
The oncoming car couldn’t swerve in time and hit the boy. The same car then hit a Perodua Myvi on the opposite side of the road.
Bachok police chief Superintendent Mohd Ismail Jamaluddin said the victim, Mohamad Naufal Zafran Abdul Fattah, is receiving treatment in Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia (HUSM) Kubang Kerian.
Image: Astro Awani
According to Berita Harian, the male driver who accidentally hit the boy was heading towards Pengkalan Chepa from Besut in a Proton Exora.
After swerving to avoid the boy, the Exora entered the other lane and hit a Perodua Myvi. Both drivers, fortunately, escaped uninjured.
The case is being investigated under Section 43(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987.
READ MORE: [Video] Kanak-kanak Dirempuh Lintas Jalan Secara Mengejut, Patah Tulang Selangka

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[Watch] Two Cute Malaysians Getting Married: Plot Twist, They’re Pomeranians!

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They finally did it guys. Minnie and Cooper finally tied the knot. It was such a beautiful wedding at Buttercopi dessert and bar. In a video posted on Facebook, Minnie and Cooper celebrated their wedding in holy extravagant matrimony on 30 April but plot twist, they’re both actually Pomeranians!

Their wedding might be more extravagant and exclusive than yours, you know. Just saying. Minnie is the white fluffball looking so happy on her wedding while Cooper is the handsome brown lad steering the car (oh, so macho).(Credit: @mnc_minnie_cooper / Instagram)
It all started when the two lovebirds met on Tinder. Kidding. The owners of the Mr and Mrs Pom Poms are actually a sweet couple named Jessica and her husband, Mr Choi. Being dog lovers, especially of their Pomeranians, they posted a video in the Malaysia Pomeranian Facebook group where Malaysians share the most adorable and amusing pics and videos of their own darling Pomeranians. They’re just so cute we can’t handle!
And you think your wedding dress is cute? Sorry, Minnie’s got you doubting now. (Credit: Jessica)
In the Facebook group, Jessica or Jess shared the video of her two Poms getting married last month in a small ceremony. The video featured the almost 2 year old Cooper and one year old Minnie all dressed up in their red traditionals, getting ready for their big day. At the wedding, they even walked the aisle (with dedicated flower petal throws too) in a mini electric car okay! They’ve got class for sure!
We need the number of their wedding planner, please!(Credit: PY Jess / Facebook, @buttercopi / Instagram)
With the intricate and merry wedding decorations (including photobooth and goody bags), they also have seats for all of their furry friends to watch the ceremony. And of course, seats for their owners too (but let’s be real here, who are we kidding, the owners are just the plus ones). There are even car parks (dog prams) outside of the event space.
Hey, this is a high-class event with dress codes okay, who wants to look ordinary when you can look fabulous? (Credit: PY Jess / Facebook)
Their food is spectacular and they’re all for dogs!(Credit: PY Jess / Facebook, @buttercopi / Instagram)
For food, they have dim sums, a wedding cake and even sorbets! It is for the hoomans or for the doggies? It’s actually all for the furbabies! The ingredients are all carefully checked by Jessica to be doggy-compliant as she is very particular on what her furbabies consume. Even the sorbet is salt and sugar free.
You may kiss the bride. (Credit: PY Jess / Facebook, @buttercopi / Instagram)
 After the wedding march, of course, there has got to be some officiating, right? There’s no officiator (sadly they can’t find someone who speaks the dog lingo) to be seen but hey they got the kiss! At least that’s something. Lastly, the couple got their family photo with their mom and dad as well as their beloved welcomed guests.
One little happy family, at their wedding! (Credit: PY Jess / Facebook, @buttercopi / Instagram)
 For more details, take a look at their wedding video done by @kai_theory, an travel influencer, owner of the event space and also owner of a cute pom here. If you’re wondering if this is legit a real wedding, hey, they have intricate costumes, real-looking food for dogs, a car, a wedding space, a wedding planner, a photographer and a separate videographer too. It doesn’t get more real than this, guys.
In an exclusive with TRP, Jessica mentioned that their wedding was done on Minnie’s birthday. Such sweethearts.
Minnie met Cooper when I brought her home to Cooper who was only 1 year old back then. Instantly, their chemistry clicks and they have been together ever since. Cooper is very loving towards Minnie as he never gets angry with her and he doesnt get close to other female poms too. The purpose of the wedding is for my husband and I to give our blessing to them, so that they can stay lovely and healthy always. That’s all we wish.Jessica to TRP
Additionally, the hooman couple is also a part of an exclusive and active Pomeranian club called the Puff & Tuft Pomeranian Club, a club based in the central region of peninsular Malaysia where they often organize gatherings and playdates. Trigger warning: Cuteness overload.
One of their playdates. (Credit: @puffntuft / Instagram)
(Credit: Jessica)
(Credit: Jessica)
You can join the club too if you want, provided you have your own Pom and you’ve been to at least one playdate or gathering that they have organized. It’s quite an exciting club as they have frequent playdates (they have small monthly meets and also major events for festive seasons) – they even have a grooming class together!
Their Christmas party (left) and pet grooming session (right). (Credit: Jessica, Pets Icon Grooming Academy / Facebook)
Jessica wanted to thank her Puff & Tuft community for being so supportive and hands-on on her furbabies’ wedding. If you wanna follow the married lives of Minnie and Cooper, you can head on to their Instagram profile @mnc_minnie_cooper. They’re such a sweet couple really. Congratulations to the family!

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It’s Probably Okay To Drive With Expired Road Tax Until May But On One Condition

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The exemption period of road tax renewals for private vehicles might be extended for another two months but owners will still need to have a valid motor vehicle insurance, said Transport Minister Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong.

He said that discussions have been made with the Road Transport Department Director-General as there are states which record a high number of Covid-19 cases such as Kuala Lumpur and Selangor, based on reports by The Edge.
At the same time, the Ministry is thinking of an effective way to settle unpaid road tax cases in phases, to avoid congestion (at RTD counters) once the exemption is lifted.Transport Minister Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong via The Edge
It was reported previously in February by The Star that post offices have suspended their road tax renewal services for private vehicles until 31 March.
Despite post offices temporarily halting the service, motorists can still use their vehicles, provided they have a valid insurance certificate (e-cover note).
Pos Malaysia said that the instruction was given by the Road Transport Department (JPJ) following the renewal exemption given during the Movement Control Order (MCO) period.

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Malaysians May Soon Be Able To Travel To These 6 Countries

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As Malaysia is slowly managing to control local Covid-19 transmissions, the country is discussing with other nations to opening up their borders again.
It’s called the “green bubble” where people can go to one country without having to go through the 14-day quarantine period.
What’s the green bubble?
The green bubble concept is coined after New Zealand proposed to create a Trans Tasman bubble which essentially allows their people to travel to Australia without having to undergo the mandatory two week quarantine period.
They plan to reopen their borders in September.
Similar moves have been made elsewhere in the world as the Baltic nations of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania have already started a travel bubble to allow the citizens to move around these three countries.
It’s reported that only those who haven’t travelled outside these three nations over the last two weeks and who have not been infected can travel without restrictions.
As for Malaysia, the “green bubble” concept is similar as travellers won’t have to do the same.
Currently, as per Health Director-General Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah, we are talking to a few nations already to allow people to travel again.
These are countries which have low local cases:
SingaporeAustraliaBruneiNew ZealandJapanSouth Korea.
According to Dr Noor, we have started discussions with Australia on the possibility to allow for travel.
Previously, he said, Malaysia has already held talks with neighbours Brunei and Singapore.
Meanwhile, Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore and Vietnam are among the Asia Pacific countries allowed to return or visit England without having to go through the 14-day quarantine process, according to their Ministry of Transport.
They’ve announced that more than 70 countries can enter the country without undergoing a quarantine process starting 10 July.

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Two-Year-Old Confirmed As First Flood Casualty In Terengganu

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Police have confirmed that a two-year-old has been identified as the first fatality of the floods in Terengganu after the incident happened in Kampung Apal yesterday.

Bernama quoted Terengganu Police Chief Datuk Rohaimi Md Isa who mentioned the victim – Nur Hilwa Idris Mohd Haris Zaifan was found floating in a ditch about 20 meters from the house where the victim is said to have fallen at about 3.40pm yesterday.
He told the press that the incident was said to have happened when the victim’s aunt who was at home was preparing to move to the temporary evacuation center (PPS) due to rising water levels before discovering that the victim went out by herself through the kitchen door.
The victim then fell into the flood water before she was swept away by the current, he added.
The victim’s body was taken to Besut Hospital for further action, said Rohaimi who reminded the public to be more alert and cautious throughout this monsoon period.
Avoid small children playing in the water during the flood season because it endangers their lives. Parents and guardians need to play a role in order to be more careful and aware of the safety of children during the monsoon season.Terengganu Police Chief Datuk Rohaimi Md Isa via Bernama
He also offered his condolences to the victim’s family while reminding parents to be vigilant, especially during the rainy season.
More than 11,000 affected so far
So far, around 11,415 flood victims have been evacuated to temporary evacuation centres in Terengganu as of 8 am this morning, based on reports from Berita Harian.
The floods have also affected the infrastructure in the state as 12 roads have been reportedly closed due to strong currents.
The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) in a statement also issued a warning of very heavy rain expected to continue until this Wednesday (December 21) throughout the states of Kelantan, Terengganu and Pahang involving Jerantut and Kuantan.
#amaranhujanberterusan#metmalaysia#MenangBersama pic.twitter.com/miKwsrmm34— Jabatan Meteorologi Malaysia (@metmalaysia) December 18, 2022

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Lee Zii Jia Storms Into the Indonesia Open Men’s Singles Semi-Finals, Beats Singapore’s Loh Kean Yew In Thrilling Match

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Lee Zii Jia struggled in a rubber set game before eliminating world champion Loh Kean Yew from Singapore to advance to the semi-finals of the Indonesian Open badminton.

Despite the previous match record in favour of Zii Jia, Kean Yew put up a fierce fight at the Istora Senayan Stadium in Jakarta before Zii Jia sealed the victory 21-18,16-21, 22-20.
Lee Zii Jia 🇲🇾 and Loh Kean Yew 🇸🇬 take it to the wire in an epic quarterfinals clash.#BWFWorldTour #IndonesiaOpen2022 pic.twitter.com/0UfoZq8d4w— BWF (@bwfmedia) June 17, 2022
Immediately after the match, I met Kean Yew and told him I was lucky to get the final point. Naturally, there are winners and losers in games, and I am happy with this victory.National singles champion Lee Zii Jia on his latest win.
The national singles champion will now face reigning Olympic champion Viktor Axelsen of Denmark who defeated local favourite Anthony Sinisuka Ginting in the semi-finals.
Zii Jia, 24, has put up a strong run of form even as he signed up to play five tournaments in the course of six weeks, starting with the back-to-back events in Indonesia.
Zii Jia, who turned independent not too long ago, is seeded sixth at the Super 1000 Indonesia Open.
READ MORE: Lee Zii Jia Says BAM President Gave Blessings For Him To Turn Pro
-Loh Kean Yew ✅Next, Lee Zii Jia tak nak revenge dekat Viktor pulak ke ?? 😅😅 #IndonesiaOpen2022 https://t.co/gmnxE9McBN— enhypen best boys 🇲🇾❤ (@rahsia66565034) June 18, 2022
Earlier, the national men’s doubles, Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik, was also forced to work hard before sealing a dramatic victory over the host’s representative, Pramudya Kusumawardana-Yeremia Erich Yoche Yacob Rambitan 14-21, 21-12, 22-20.
The victory avenged the bitter defeat of Aaron-Wooi Yik in the final of the Asian Championships in Manila last May to the young Indonesian couple.
They should have won when they led 20-18 in the third set; I didn’t notice that Jeremiah suffered a knee injury at the time because, in my mind, 99.9 per cent of the victory already belonged to them.Aaron Chia on the victory over Pramudya Kusumawardana-Yeremia Erich Yoche Yacob Rambitan.
Waiting for them after this is the winner between the Indonesian pair, Fajar Alfian-Rian Ardianto, who met the representatives of China, Liu Yu Chen-Ou Xuan Yi.
Clear your dinner plan for Zii Jia and Aaron/Wooi Yik's #IndonesiaOpen2022 matches. 🏸Stream LIVE on @AstroGOmy: https://t.co/LB6YreVu9R pic.twitter.com/GH8hcmCD3l— Stadium Astro 😷 (@stadiumastro) June 18, 2022
The Indonesia Open 2022, which is the second of three Super 1000 events on the World Tour calendar, takes place from 14 to 19 June.
The first was the All England Open in which Zii Jia reached the semi-finals.

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Penang Islamic Council To Investigate Claim Of Same-Sex Marriage Celebration On Island

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The Penang State Islamic Religious Council (MAINPP) is investigating the claims of a same-sex wedding involving a Balik Pulau local and a foreigner.

While the identities of the women are not publicly made known, netizens alleged that the same-sex couple are both non-Muslims and are residing in the United States.
The Malaysian woman in question is allegedly a former ADUN in Pulau Tikus from 2013 to 2018.
Netizens claimed she moved to the United States in 2018 for studies and is currently engaged to an American woman there.
According to Buletin TV3, MAINPP will try to get more information to determine the truth of the story before deciding on the course of action.
Some netizens also questioned MAINPP’s jurisdiction on the matter since the Malaysian woman has moved to the United States, and is a non-Muslim.

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Frenchman invents Halal pills that make your farts smell nicer

Ahh fartsâ€¦ we all have em.
From the loud explosive kind, to the silent and deadly.

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Though thereâ€™s nothing much that can be done to stop the outflow of gas escaping your bowels, there might just be a way to spare your olfactory senses from the unflattering smell of your incoming toots.

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After nearly suffocating by the stench of his own flatulence, one Frenchmen came up with an aromatic idea of developing edible pills aimed to make peopleâ€™s farts smell nicer.

Poincheval showing off his revolutionary pill(Picture Credit: PilulePet)

Christian Poincheval, a 65-year-old Gandalf-looking inventor from Gesvres is the mastermind behind the peculiar product called PilulePet, a pill that will make your flatulence smell as sweet as roses, or so the company website claims.
According to the French innovator, the pill made from organic
ingredients such as vegetable coal, fennel, seaweed, plant resin, etc. would
not only make your farts smell more fragrant, but also reduces gas build-up and
bloating.

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The pills are available in several different scents for roughly RM90 per bottle, and the company also claims that it’s certified Halal by the EU.
Savour in your sweet bodily releases with the aromatic scent of;
May Day lilly
Have your toots blossom like the first day of spring.

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Christmas Chocolate
Bless your loved ones this holiday season with the aromatic scent of your chocolaty wind.

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Violet
Roses are red,Violets are blue.Your farts will be sweeter, that surely rings true.

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Roses
Now lean a lil bit closer see, roses really does smell like tooooots…

 (Picture Credit: PilulePet)

Ginger
Spice up your gasses with the zesty smell of ginger.

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So how about it people… any takers?

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Peaceful Assembly If KWSP Withdrawal Not Allowed

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An NGO named Pertubuhan Gagasan Inovasi Rakyat Malaysia (PGIR) said it would hold a peaceful rally if the government does not allow another Employee Provident Fund (KWSP) withdrawal.

PGIR president Azmi Mohd Tahir was quoted by Utusan Malaysia as saying that the government has not proposed other ways to solve the financial problems faced by the people.
According to a survey, more than 75 per cent of the KWSP members have sufficient savings in their Account 1 for withdrawal.
Withdrawing KWSP is the last resort for members to pay their debts, live and rebuild their lives. We will not hesitate to hold a peaceful assembly.PGIR president Azmi Mohd Tahir on the need for another KWSP withdrawal.

He pointed out that although Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim mentioned that other solutions would be proposed, the government has accumulated a national debt of trillions.
As such, he questioned if the government was still in a position to help the people.
He added that government cash aid is only distributed once every three months, while people have to eat and pay o their debts daily.
The date of the rally is still being discussed, but it will be held soon.
If forced to hold a rally, we will do so according to the law because we are not trying to create a riot.PGIR president Azmi Mohd Tahir assures that the rally will be in accordance with the law.
At the same time, PGIR is also calling for KWSP members to continue to express their thoughts on social media platforms.
Azmi said they are not pressuring the government, but it needs to listen to the people’s voices.
Kalau tak mampu turunkan harga barang, naikkan gaji minimum atau apa2 lagi utk meredakan keresahan rakyat, bagi jelah duit KWSP. Kalau di Eropah, kerajaan diorg pun bagi macam2 utk hadapi inflasi skrg. US pun luluskan perbelanjaan tambahan USD 750 billion tahun lepas— stay awhile and listen (@kajidankritik) January 27, 2023
PGIR had previously held a rally demanding KWSP withdrawal at the Parliament late last year.
PGIR also claimed it carries the voice of 270,000 contributors who want targeted EPF withdrawals.
The targeted withdrawal is a one-off (one-time payment) through a single account involving contributors who are housewives and single mothers, especially those who do not have a permanent job.
In addition, it proposed that ex-dismissed private sector workers who no longer contribute after being dismissed or quit voluntarily, and find it difficult to find work due to age and health, are also allowed to withdraw their entire savings.
Contributors who are still actively contributing aged 54 and below with savings in Account 1 of more than RM20,000 can also withdraw 30 per cent from account one as needed.
#KualaLumpur PGIR menyerahkan memorandum tuntutan pencarum KWSP memohon kerajaan mempertimbangkan pelaksanaan pengeluaran KWSP 2.0 bersasar di luar pekarangan bangunan Parlimen di sini, hari ini. https://t.co/MacoH86tjh— Harian Metro (@hmetromy) December 19, 2022

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McD Lets You Skip Queues With New App Update

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McDonald’s latest update to their app is a feature called Order & Collect, which does exactly that.

In a nutshell, this new feature allows customers to order their meals ahead and pay on the app, then collect their order directly without needing to wait… for the most part.
Pick your store location and method of collection.(Credit: Anne Dorall/TRP)
Customers can pick 4 methods to collect their order:
1. Takeaway
Order on the app, then just walk up directly to the takeaway counter to pick up your order with your order number. You won’t even need to talk to anyone.
2. Dine-in
Walk into your favourite outlet, pick the best table, and have your meal delivered directly to you.
Yes, you can actually make McDonald’s feel more like a proper “sit down restaurant” with a server who brings the food right to your table instead of a fast food joint.
You won’t even need to wait in line or talk to anyone, either.
Just key in your table number while you order.(Credit: Anne Dorall/TRP)
3. Drive-Thru
If you’ve always found it awkward to talk to a large screen with a disembodied voice to place your Drive-Thru order, then just order on a smaller screen (your phone).
The Drive-Thru option allows you to order ahead and collect directly from the Drive-Thru pickup window within 2 hours.
Simply let the drive-thru staff know that you have a Order & Collect order number, and you then you’ll have food in your lap in no time.
4. Drive-in
For a true throwback expereince, you can also have food delivered directly to your car. With Drive-in, instead of walking into the store to pick up the food yourself, you can have someone walk out with your food and deliver it directly to your car window.
Of course, this is only applicable for outlets that have designated parking spots, and you will need to have the car parked in the spot before placing your order. Another good news: you also will not need to speak to anyone!
Currently, the Order & Collect feature is available in most McDonald’s locations, but McDonald’s promises us that all outlets will have this feature soon enough.
Most outlets in the Klang Valley already have the service up and running though, but you will need to check the map of available stores on the app itself.

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KL Police Adding 1,753 CCTV Cameras Around The City This Year

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This year, Kuala Lumpur police are looking at adding another 1,753 closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras to the 309 already being used to fight crime in the city.

Berita Harian reports that KL police chief Datuk Saiful Azly Kamaruddin said in an interview that the proposal had already been handed over to Kuala Lumpur’s mayor as part of an initiative to make the city safer and the mayor had agreed.
The installation work is expected to be done this year and when determining where to install the 2,062 CCTV cameras, priority would be given to crime hotspots and secluded quiet routes used by the residents of an area.
Aside from fighting crime, the cameras would also be used to monitor traffic flow and flash floods, would be handled jointly by City Hall and police, and the control centre would be located in Taman Teknologi, Bukit Jalil.
Additionaly, Berita Harian quoted the police chief as suggesting that all entertainment outlets in the city be relocated to the designated area as this would allow police and City Hall to keep a closer watch on things.
In late 2019, the Selangor government had also announced that it was installing some 5,000 CCTV cameras in several key locations and crime hotspots across the state.
You can read more about that, and the hidden costs society would have to pay when such mass surveillance is implemented, right here.

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