School Bags Shouldn’t Weigh More Than 10% Of The Child’s Weight, Says Study

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Carrying a heavy school bag is a rite of passage for any student. However, the weight of the schoolbags on the shoulders and backs of these young children may be detrimental to their posture in the long run.

Here are some pictures to give a visual of how much book weight children in Malaysia are carrying to school for five days per week before online classes took place.

A parent shared on Facebook that their child carries a bag weighing nearly 8kg every day.

How heavy should the schoolbags be?
With so many textbooks to lug to school daily, parents must be wondering how heavy their children’s bags should be.
Fortunately, a 2019 study done by researchers from the University of Granada and UK-based Liverpool John Moores University has finally revealed the maximum weight a child should carry using a school backpack and a backpack trolley.
According to the study, a child should carry a backpack no more than 10% of their body weight. If it’s a backpack trolley, the bag should not weigh greater than 20% of the child’s body weight.
To put it into perspective:
If the child’s weight is 30kg, the backpack should weigh a maximum of 3kg. If the child is using a backpack trolley, the bag should weigh a maximum of 6kg.
The study also found that pulling the backpack trolley resembles more closely to walking naturally without carrying any load.
On the other hand, carrying the load on the shoulders and back puts more stress on the proximal extremities (hip and trunk /torso) and the least on distal extremities (knee and ankle).
How to spot an ergonomic backpack?
An ergonomic backpack has been marketed as the best bag parents could buy for their children. While it’s good in the long run, these bags usually come with a hefty price tag.
If it’s hard to find an affordable ergonomic bag, here are some bag features to look out for to help distribute the bag weight evenly.
According to Jennifer Liaw, a senior principal physiotherapist at the Department of Physiotherapy in Singapore General Hospital (SGH), the features to look out for are:
A wide and padded double strap backpack helps to distribute the bag weight evenly on the body as compared to a sling bag.The backpack should fit the child’s torso length. To check where the bag should rest, place your hands on the hips with the thumbs on the back. The place where the thumbs are is where the bag should be resting.Having a sternum and waist belt can help lessen the load and provide stability. A sternum belt will help hold the shoulder straps in place while a waist belt helps to distribute the load across the hips and lessens the stress on the neck and shoulders.Compression straps can also help to keep the load snug and close against the back.

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Another Blank Interstate Permission Letter Surfaced Online, Shah Alam Police Say It’s Fake

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Shah Alam police have opened investigations on blank interstate permission letters that was allegedly signed by the Deputy Officer-in-Charge of the Section 6 Police Station.

The district’s Deputy Police Chief, Superintendent Ramsay Embol said in a statement that they are investigating under Section 468 of the Penal Code and Section 233 of the Communication and Multimedia Act 1988.
Section 468 carries the penalty of up to seven years jail time plus fines while Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act (CMA) 1998 has a maximum fine of RM50,000 or a jail term not exceeding one year or both.
The incident went viral after the papers were uploaded online, overlaid with text reading “Thank you for helping the second time, don’t need to wait in a long queue, we have the connections now, so it’s easier”.
Lagi kes borang rentas negeri kosong ada cop dan tandatangan polis.Siasatan awal dapati terdapat pemalsuan tandatangan milik Penolong Ketua Polis Balai Seksyen 6 Shah Alam.Kertas siasatan dibuka di bawah seksyen 468KK dan 233 Akta Komunikasi dan Multimedia-TKPD Shah Alam pic.twitter.com/gXy6zTDfWn— Mohd Redzuan Abdul Manap (@redzuanNewsMPB) April 8, 2021
Ramsay said that early investigations have pointed out that the signature might have been fake.
Initial action found that there was a falsification of the signature belonging to the Deputy Officer-in-Charge, Sargeant Major Mohd Fadzli Ali. Shah Alam District Deputy Police Chief, Superintendent Ramsay Embol via Berita Harian
This is the second time that blank interstate permission papers have gone viral online within the span of just a week.
The first was an incident in which photos of authorisation letters posted online were not filled out but bore the approval stamp from Chukai Police Station in Kemaman, Terengganu.
READ MORE: M’sians Mad At Blank Interstate Travel Permits Already Signed & Approved, Police Say They’re Investigating

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It’s Unrealistic To Think The Covid-19 Pandemic Will End This Year, Says WHO

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The World Health Organization (WHO) warns that it’s highly unlikely that the world will be free of the Covid-19 pandemic later this year.

However, WHO Emergency Director Michael Ryan, said it was possible that hospital admissions and deaths could be reduced, based on reports from the Los Angeles Times.
As of 1 March, there have been 113,820,168 confirmed cases of Covid-19, including 2,527,891 deaths worldwide, based on the stats from WHO.
It will be very premature, and I think unrealistic, to think that we’re going to finish with this virus by the end of the year. If the vaccines begin to impact not only on death and not only on hospitalisation, but have a significant impact on transmission dynamics and transmission risk, then I believe we will accelerate toward controlling this pandemic.WHO Emergency Director Michael Ryan via Los Angeles Times
Ryan said the immunisation programmes aimed at front-line healthcare workers’ and those most vulnerable to chronic illness could allay concerns over the outbreak.
However, he said, the latest developments should not be considered easy because the virus is getting stronger.
It’s reported that Philippines has documented six cases of the South African coronavirus variant, which raised concerns among the country’s experts for the effectiveness of current vaccines.
Meanwhile, Indonesia has detected two cases of the more infectious Covid-19 variant first discovered in Britain.
As for Malaysia, we’ve recorded Covid-19 cases in the thousands since late 2020 with the total number of cases now at 302,580, as of 1 March.
The Health Ministry has detected the other Covid-19 strains twice in the country, the first was in January and the second in February, both from individuals who came back from abroad.

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You Asked For It! EXTRA-LARGE MR D.I.Y PLUS Store Opens At MidValley

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Malaysia’s favorite do-it-yourself store just opened the doors to the MR D.I.Y PLUS megastore at the MidValley Megamall, Kuala Lumpur.

This 30,000 sq ft, two stories tall rendition of the MR D.I.Y store is extra special because it houses all of MR D.I.Y’s “family” brands: MR DOLLAR, MR TOY and MR EXPRESS, all in one EXTRA-LARGE place!
The store showcases around 20,000 types of products from hardware, household and furnishing, electrical, stationery, and sports equipment products and other extra goodies like toys, car accessories, jewelry, cosmetics, food and beverage items, even health and personal care items.
And this was all made possible because YOU, MR D.I.Y’s loyal customers, asked for it!
Because smart and savvy consumers want great value and the convenience of a one-stop-shop, MR D.I.Y PLUS brought it all together in one space.
“We didn’t simply set out to build an extra-large store. MR D.I.Y. PLUS is a carefully curated space that brings together our wide range of everyday essentials in one convenient location,” said MR D.I.Y.’s Head of Marketing Alex Goh at the store’s grand opening yesterday (30 June).
He explained that this extra massive store concept was developed based on insight and customer feedback.
Our research shows that post-pandemic, customers want the assurance of low prices more than ever, but in fun, interesting and interactive ways. They want to be entertained! MR D.I.Y. PLUS promises customers that they can still continue to shop for their daily essentials at everyday low prices, but also be entertained, educated and inspired in the process. MR D.I.Y.’s Head of Marketing Alex Goh.
And wouldn’t you know it, more than 200,000 people have already visited the store since it opened earlier this May.
Enjoy special activities and promotions when you visit MR D.I.Y PLUS from 1 – 3 July.(Credit: BuzzKini)
The best prices guaranteed!
MR D.I.Y CEO Adrian Ong noted that the store always ensures they provide the best prices possible to customers.
By controlling every aspect within their operation they’re able to reduce expenditure and purchase products in bulk from producers easily.
Benefits we receive from producers, we share with our consumers by offering affordable prices.MR D.I.Y CEO Adrian Ong.
The only extra-large store in Malaysia!
MR D.I.Y PLUS is the first of its kind out of MR. D.I.Y’s 950 nationwide outlets.
And for a limited time, customers who visit MR. D.I.Y. PLUS can experience the store’s unique “DIY experiential boxes” which represent MR D.I.Y. customers from all walks of life.
The DIY boxes include a working father, a housewife, a teenage girl, a sustainability lover, as well as a hardware & gardening enthusiast, making MR. D.I.Y. PLUS a store for everyone.
For more information on MR. D.I.Y. PLUS, visit MR D.I.Y.’s website, e-commerce platform, or head on over to their Facebook or Instagram.

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Restaurants To Allow Dine-In In Selangor and Penang

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Selangor eateries will be allowed to reopen their dine-in options, according to Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari yesterday.
Since the beginning of the Movement Control Order (MCO), restaurants and eateries only allowed to provide food for delivery and take-away options.
The implementation of the Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO) allowed other states to resume dine-in options for customers, but the Selangor state government opted to limit food premise operations even during CMCO.
Now, as new Covid-19 cases drop to an all-time low since the pandemic began, the Selangor state government has allowed all food premises to resume their regular operations, including food truck operators and roadside stalls.
You can start eating at your favourite hawker stalls again- as long as you practice social distancing, of course.Credit: TRP
However, food premises and customers must continue to adhere to social distancing regulations, such as maintaining a one-metre distance, frequent sanitisation, and a record of all visiting customers.
Penang, which also decided to impose the additional restriction, is allowing dine-in at restaurants to resume as well, according to Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow.
However, some restaurants in the Klang Valley, Johor Baru, and Ipoh were reluctant to resume dine-in operations, according to the Malay Mail.
Restaurant owners claim that it is more difficult to ensure social distancing with dine-in customers and employees alike.
Many voiced their concerns over resuming dine-in operations, claiming that even if business drops, they do not want to put restaurant staff, as well customers, at risk.
As such, some restaurants are considering only allowing take-away and delivery until it is completely safe for dine-in, even if the state government is allowing dine-in to resume.

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[UPDATED] Sentul Police Station Closure: Cops Clarified That Person Who Lodged Report Was NOT A Suspected Covid-19 Case

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The Sentul police station was closed earlier today when a person suspected to be under the mandatory 14-day quarantine went there to lodge a police report. However, police later clarified that this man is actually a regular patient previously warded and treated at Hospital Kuala Lumpur.
What you need to know: The previous report noted that the patient wore a pink quarantine band and had gone to the police station to file a police report for alleged assault for violating the quarantine. Then, officers were forced to close the police station when he started coughing.
However, it turns out that he was not under the mandatory quarantine, and was not wearing the quarantine band in the morning.
Who said what: Sentul police chief Assistant Commissioner S. Shamugamoorthy Chinniah said that the police were informed by the hospital after the report was made to the Ministry of Health.
However, as a precaution, sanitisation procedures were carried out throughout the compound of the Sentul police station. The police station reopened at 4pm today.
Why it matters: The 14-day quarantine is mandatory as Covid-19 has a long incubation period. Additionally, the pink quarantine bands can only be legally removed by an authorised health officer.
Read more:Following Sentul police station closure, suspected person under Covid-19 quarantine actually regular patient at Hospital Kuala Lumpur, police clarify [Malay Mail]IGP confirms Sentul station closed after person under Covid-19 quarantine went there to report attack for violating isolation order [Malay Mail]Sivagangga Cluster Spreads To Perlis, Penang, Believed To Be Super Spreader Strain Of Covid-19 [TRP]

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Nobu KL Presents A Trifecta Of Festive Menus

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With inviting interiors, perfect lighting, captivating décor elements and panoramic view of the KLCC Park, the ambience at Nobu KL in Four Seasons Place exudes an intimate, cosy and relaxed vibe.

Nobu KL offers sweeping views of KLCC Park and surrounding skyscrapers. (Credit: Fernando Fong)
But, it’s about more than just a dining room away from home, as food takes the spotlight with the guests as its audience.
This festive season, the world-renowned and award-winning Japanese restaurant present three new menus that are perfect for a mid-week tête-à-tête with friends, a date night, or a weekend dinner with family.
Nobu KL’s esteemed executive chef Philip Leong said December is always a memorable month for the establishment, where guests are eager for delectable and unique experiences that Nobu strives to offer.
Having three different menus in one month is a challenging feat to ensure that each one is distinctly different on its own but tells its own story through the sequencing of dishes. The kitchen team worked really hard in preparation for this and we’re looking forward to seeing the reception.Nobu Kuala Lumpur executive chef Philip Leong
Nobu KL executive chef Philip Leong. (Source: Nobu KL)
A Holly, Jolly Christmas
The 6 Plates Of Christmas By Nobu starts with the premium experience of Moriawase comprising succulent servings of Oyster Foie Gras with Caviar, Salmon Sashimi with Black Goma Sauce and Bonito Tataki Amarillo Jalapeno Sauce with Crispy Shiitake.
Moriawase. (Credit: Nobu KL)
After the fine start, guests will be pleased to know that it is then followed by the Chef’s Sushi Selection.
The selection is meticulously handpicked by Head Sushi Chef Masa who uses only the freshest ingredients.
Moving into the main courses, guests will get to indulge in a classic Peruvian dish, Nobu Style Seafood Ceviche.
Nobu Style Seafood Ceviche. (Credit: Nobu KL)
The main courses are easily the piece-de-resistance of the menu featuring Alaskan King Crab with Cha Soba with Soy Cream Sauce.
Next comes the Grilled Japanese Wagyu Beef with Jerusalem Artichoke Puree, Pickles, Yamamomo Sauce and Coffee Soil.
A succulent bite and absolute gastronomic bliss, this particular steak is the way to go because the meat absorbs some of the grill’s smoky flavour.
Dessert is not to be missed, and the final course brings the menu to a sweet end with the Cherry Ice Cream Cake served with decadent Caramel Miso, Chocolate Cream and Cherry Compote.
Cherry Ice Cream Cake served with decadent Caramel Miso, Chocolate Cream and Cherry Compote. (Credit: Nobu KL)
The 6 Plates of Christmas by Nobu menu is priced at RM658++ per person and is available only on 24 & 25 December.
An Unforgettable New Year
Nobu Kuala Lumpur is also introducing their 6-course New Year at New Nobu to celebrate the countdown in style.
The menu is a marvel of Japanese cuisine featuring the Chef Sushi Selection – a Moriawase comprising Shirako with Ceviche Miso, Madai Kiku Sauce and Abalone with Uni Butter Sauce followed by four pieces of Nobu’s freshest sushi.
Next up is an indulgence in the delectable Scallop Tataki with Quinoa Cranberry Salad in Jalapeno Dressing.
Scallop Tataki with Quinoa Cranberry Salad in Jalapeno Dressing. (Credit: Nobu KL)
The gastronomic bliss is followed by a palate cleanser with the Chilled Homemade Tomato Pudding with Caviar.
Chilled Homemade Tomato Pudding with Caviar. (Credit: Nobu KL)
On to the mains, the star highlights is a combination of land and sea with the King Crab Yuzu Truffle Butter Sauce with Crispy Kale and the well-portioned Wagyu with Bottarga Sauce served with Roasted Jerusalem Artichoke and Shabu Mochi.
Wagyu with Bottarga Sauce served with Roasted Jerusalem Artichoke and Shabu Mochi. (Credit: Nobu KL)
The menu offers a beautiful end to a remarkable meal with a surprisingly refreshing and delicious serving of Yuzu Chocolate Mousse with Black Goma Mochi, made with Yuzu Curd, Vanilla Milk Ice Cream and Joconde Sponge.
Yuzu Chocolate Mousse with Black Goma Mochi made with Yuzu Curd, Vanilla Milk Ice Cream and Joconde Sponge. (Source: Nobu KL)
The New Year at New Nobu menu is priced at RM758++ per person and is available only from 31 December 2021 to 1 January 2022.
Two’s A Company
The five-course Delectable December For Two features two main courses with the option to upgrade to more premium ingredients.
The menu will be available from 1 to 23 December from Sundays to Thursday and is priced at RM528++ for two.
For RM70++ guests have the option to upgrade the Coral Grouper with Shiso Chimichurri Salsa to the Alaskan King Crab and the Grilled Ribeye Steak to the Grilled Japanese Wagyu Beef for RM165++.
Health And Safety Protocol
As per the current SOPs, only fully vaccinated guests that have the COVID-19 vaccination digital certificate on their MySejahtera app will be allowed to dine in.
Nobu KL implements also practises the following:
Daily team wellness & temperature checksProtective equipment & masks for the whole teamFrequent & extensive handwashingExclusive one-touch menu & QR scan codes for contactless menu access on your mobileExpert-guided food safety protocols & risk assessmentsRigorously & regular cleaning of all guest & service areas
For enquiries or reservations, please call 03-23800028 or WhatsApp 019-3895085 or email nobuklreservations@noburestaurants.com.
Nobu KL’s music, lighting, artwork and spacing combine to create comfort, intimacy and even romance. (Credit: Nobu KL)

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Free Daily 1GB Internet Can Still Be Claimed In 2021 Via These 4 Local Telcos

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Back in 2020, telcos in Malaysia began offering free 1GB internet to help the country stay connected. The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission had announced that the free internet would be available until the end of the year, but as the pandemic continues to ravage the country, the free internet has been extended into the new year.

Minister of Communications and Multimedia Saifuddin Abdullah announced the extension, citing that the free 1GB internet will be extended until the Jaringan Prihatin programme, announced during Budget 2021, kicks in nationwide within the month of April.
Digi and Maxis have announced that the free internet will be extended until the end of March, while Yoodo and Celcom have extended the programme until the end of February. At the time of writing, U Mobile and Unifi have not announced an extension yet.
How To Redeem
Digi Telecommunications
Credit: Digi
Effective 1st July, free 1GB Productivity is available for all day usage from 12:01am – 11:59pm daily until 31 March 2021.
To redeem your free 1GB Productivity Internet, simply dial the UMB codes below:
Prepaid (Voice & Broadband): Dial UMB *338*1*1#Postpaid (Voice & Broadband): Dial UMB *238*1*1#
This offer is only available to these Prepaid Rate Plans: Digi New Best v1, Digi New Best v2, Digi Smart Plans, Digi Best 2016, Digi Best 2017, Digi Prepaid LiVE, Digi Monthly Plan 28, Digi Abadi and Digi Home Broadband (Prepaid Broadband).
For more details, check out Digi’s website (HERE).
Celcom
Credit: Celcom
The free 1GB is usable 24 hours a day through MyDeals in the Celcom Life App until 28 February 2021.
The 1GB cannot be used for social media, video streaming, gaming and music streaming.
More information is available on the Celcom website (HERE).
Yoodo
Credit: Yoodo
Users that have at least one line with an active plan on their account will be able to redeem the free 1GB data via the Yoodo app until 28 February.
The free daily data can be used for 24 hours from the time of redemption, except for social media, video streaming, gaming or music streaming.
How to redeem the free 1GB data from Yoodo.(Credit: Yoodo)
Check the Yoodo website (HERE) for more details.
Maxis
Credit: Maxis
Maxis states that the free daily internet of 1GB is available specifically for education and work productivity tools, as well as general web browsing with the exclusion of social media, video streaming, gaming and music streaming. The programme will now run until 31 March 2021.
This offer is available to all active customers and can be redeemed from 8am-6pm daily through the Maxis app, Hotlink app, Hotlink Postpaid app, and Maxis Business app.
More details on the free 1GB internet is available on Maxis’ website (HERE).

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Tuesday 24 January Is A Public Holiday And Here’s Why

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Many of you have been wondering about the Chinese New Year Holidays, have you?

Why is my friend’s company getting Tuesday off and I’m not? Is Tuesday really a public holiday or is their office just making people take annual leave?
Basically, just like Hari Raya Aidilfitri, there are two public holiday days for the Chinese New Year in Malaysia. For this year, the first day of CNY is on Sunday and the second is Monday.

To illustrate what it means when a public holiday falls on a Sunday, we referred to the Selangor state circular on 2023 public holidays. If a public holiday falls on a rest day (Sunday), then the following day (Monday) becomes a public holiday.
However, if the next day is also a public holiday (in this case Monday is a public holiday for the second day of CNY), then the following day becomes a public holiday (Tuesday).
(Credit: Selangor State Circular)
So for this year’s CNY, Sunday (rest day) is a public holiday, making Monday a public holiday. Since Monday is also another public holiday for CNY, its replacement will take place on Tuesday. However, Tuesday’s replacement does not apply to Kedah, Kelantan, Johor and Terengganu.
To confirm Tuesday is a public holiday, TRP made several calls. One was to a bank and another to a local council in Selangor. Both informed that they’d be closed for business until Tuesday, and will reopen on Wednesday.
Good luck to start work on Friday
For CNY, some companies will close their offices and offer the choice to their employees to take Annual Leaves. This year, it is believed that opening the office on Friday (27 January 2023) is good luck. So from Saturday to Thursday, they’ll close for business.
For Wednesday and Thursday, they’ll give choices for their employees to take Annual leaves because hey, the office will be closed one way or another. If you work remotely, you might not have to take the AL.
Cuti CNY jatuh pada Ahad, Isnin & Selasa. Disebabkan cuti umum jatuh pada hari rehat (Ahad) maka cuti umum tadi dibawa ke hari seterusnya TAPI memandangkan isnin pun jatuh hari cuti umum maka selasa pun cuti (ganti cuti umum hari isnin)— farid affy  (@faridaffy) January 18, 2023

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The House of Guinness Is Back With A Two-Weekend-Long Festival

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Guinness Malaysia revolutionised consumer experience with the launch of House of Guinness in July, an avenue for fans to discover the innovation of Guinness Draught in a Can.

In conjunction with the International Stout Day celebration this year, the brand is bringing the House of Guinness back, this time with the concept of #ItIsAMatterOfTaste, highlighting Guinness products and the magic behind them.
Fans who sign up for the experience at www.houseofguinness.my are in for a treat as they get to redeem complimentary Guinness.
Guinness lovers capturing and relishing the moment. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
They also receive exclusive merchandise at the Piazza Pavilion Bukit Jalil festival on the weekends of 5 and 6 November and 12 and 13 November.
The fun begins as they step foot at the festival and begin exploring the different zones, uniquely created to depict the features of Guinness that make it the most loved stout brand among drinkers.
The sensorial zones – roasted barley, hops, nitrogen, and widget zones – are equipped with various Instagram-worthy experiences highlighting the essence of Guinness in style.
A fan receiving a Guinness merchandise. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
Fans can redeem exclusive Guinness merchandise upon finding the QR codes hidden in these zones.
As their journey continues, festival-goers discover the Guinness products available in the Malaysian market – Guinness Foreign Extra Stout, Guinness Draught and the latest entrant, Guinness Draught in a Can.

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Activities at each station entitle fans to receive tokens.
All they have to do is complete the experience and collect four tokens to redeem two cans or two glasses of complimentary Guinness at the bar.
The atmosphere at Piazza, Pavilion Bukit Jalil is abuzz throughout the festival, with live band performances and local DJs spinning electrifying tunes.
There are also a variety of Guinness-infused delicacies for fans to sample at the festival, too, featuring iconic dishes by Arthur Storehouse, the Guinness flagship outlet recently launched at Pavillion KL.
Guinness lovers posing with their Guinness merchandise. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
Shaun Lim, Marketing Manager of Guinness Malaysia, said the year had been an exceptional one for Guinness.
They introduced Guinness Draught in a Can for Malaysian fans to enjoy a different drinking experience.
Following the tremendous support the brand received from the launch of House of Guinness, we wanted to celebrate the world of Guinness in a fun and fresh way with another immersive experience while still being true to the brand’s DNA of power, communion, and goodness.Shaun Lim, Marketing Manager of Guinness Malaysia, on a phenomenal year for the Irish stout.
There’s nothing like a Guinness on the weekend. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
In conjunction with International Stout Day, fans will get to know Guinness products better through this #ItsAMatterOfTaste campaign, all while bringing the celebration of their favourite stout to the next level.
Besides the free Guinness that fans can redeem upon completing their sensorial experience, Guinness products will also be available at the festival.
Fans can enjoy Guinness Foreign Extra Stout and Guinness Draught, as well as Guinness-infused food from 12 pm to 11 pm as they immerse themselves in the world of Guinness with other fans.
Guinness lovers lifting their drinks to give a toast. (Pix: Fernando Fong)
For more information about the House of Guinness and the #ItsAMatterOfTaste campaign, visit https://www.houseofguinness.my/, as well as Guinness Malaysia’s social media pages at www.facebook.com/guinnessmalaysia and www.instagram.com/guinnessmy.
Guinness and all related promotions and activities are strictly for non-Muslims aged 21 and above.
Guinness Malaysia advocates responsible consumption and urges consumers not to drink and drive.
Guinness Malaysia revolutionised the consumer experience withthe launch of the House of Guinness. (Pix: Fernando Fong)

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This Makcik’s Fluency In Tamil AND Cantonese Displays Muhibbah In Its Truest Form

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Just in time for Merdeka comes a story of a Malay woman in Ipoh who went viral in a video on her daughter’s TikTok for her impressive command of the Tamil and Cantonese language.

The video that first garnered attention has since received over 1 million views and featured 54-year-old Fatimah Mat Kasar speaking to her neighbour in Tamil in a simple, playful conversation to tell her that she was heading to Batu Gajah.
  @maiyahrahim_ Reply to @putra.syg  korang tgkla mak kita ni , dalam nak naik moto tu . Boleh membawang bahasa tamil tu dgn jiran walaupun jauh 🤣. #fyp #fypシ ♬ original sound  – Cikk.Mayaaaaa
Many praised Fatimah for her fluency and requested more videos of her speaking the language.
In another video previously posted by her daughter, Fatimah was seen speaking to her neighbour in Cantonese.
  @maiyahrahim_ Reply to @kingmrboyboy  ♬ original sound  – Cikk.Mayaaaaa
Being the good sport Fatimah is, she even recorded a special video in Bahasa Melayu and Tamil for her daughter’s TikTok followers and thanked everyone who liked and shared her videos.
  @maiyahrahim_ Reply to @laqthesh  #fypシ #fyp #fypp #fypplis #xyzbca ♬ original sound  – Cikk.Mayaaaaa
The Muhibbah upbringing that started it all
In a chat with the Malay Mail,  Fatimah said she grew up in an Indian neighbourhood in Buntong, Perak and had many Indian friends and neighbours.
As one of the few Malays in the area, she learned Tamil and even had neighbours correcting her if she mispronounced a word.
Fatimah also revealed she watches a lot of Tamil movies and that has helped to improve her command of the language to the point she doesn’t need subtitles when watching.
Her knowledge of the Chinese language on the other hand was taught by an old friend who needed help to master the Malay language, and in return, Fatimah was taught Cantonese.
Fatimah, who owns a burger stall now, used to work as a salesgirl in her late 20s and had to approach many customers and that also helped improve her language skills.
However, my Cantonese is still not as fluent compared to my Tamil.Fatimah Mat Kasar to the Malay Mail
The gift of language during difficult times
Fatimah’s proficiency in multiple languages has had her help many to fill up forms in government offices which are usually in Malay.
Just recently, she helped an aunty to fill up a form before her first dose of the vaccine.
Other times she’s come across older people having trouble writing in Malay and would initiate to help them while speaking in Tamil, which would often shock them at first.
Make new friends and learn from each other
Fatimah is also encouraging her children to follow in her footsteps to pick up both Tamil and Cantonese as she says it can help them make more friends and learn new knowledge from the people around them.
Wise words, Fatimah!

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Cheerful Lorry Driver Stranded In Flood Cooks Maggi In Seat, Playfully Offers Bomba To Join When Found

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With the floods wreaking havoc in Pahang, it’s amazing to see how some Malaysians can remain so light-hearted despite finding themselves in the midst of a natural disaster.

For instance, a Pahang man trapped in his lorry in the middle of floodwaters who tickled Malaysians all over the internet for his laid-back sense of humour when bomba personnel came to his rescue.
You see, he was in the midst of cooking Maggi in the cab when two firemen approached the trapped lorry. When they reached him, the hungry man cheerfully invited them to come join his meal, asking if they’re hungry as well.
Surprised by the offer, the abang bomba laughed along and asked if he wanted to follow them to the rescue centre. But the hungry lorry driver told his bemused rescuers to hold on while his Maggi instant noodles finishes cooking and laughter ensues.
Driver: “Hey, man! Peekaboo, Abang Bomba.” (laughs)Abang Bomba: “Wow! This guy is cooking maggi!”Driver: “Come up and eat some Maggi first. Are you hungry?”Abang Bomba: “Of course I’m hungry-EH! Wait! Are you coming down or are you staying in here?”Driver: “If things aren’t okay, we’ll go there.”Abang Bomba: “We? Are there two people in here?”Driver: “Just me.”Abang Bomba: “Well if you want to come down, let’s go. We’ll bring you along.”Driver: “No. Let me cook first and eat first.”Abang Bomba: “Haram betul…”Driver: (Laughs)Abang Bomba: (Inaudible)
  @iskandar6400 mantap👍👍👍🌹🌹🌹 terima Kasih abam bomba datang tgok kita…jap jap jap nk makan meeegi 🤲🤲🤲ya Allah ♬ bunyi asal  – kipas lipas
The 30-second video posted on Tik Tok by the lorry driver (@iskandar6400) quickly went viral after it was shared on Twitter as Malaysians laughed along with him and his dedication to Maggi.
Lagenda abg lori— Deen Dang🇲🇾 (@DynoDeen) January 3, 2021
In case you’re wondering of his fate, don’t worry as subsequent updates on his Tik Tok account show that @iskandar6400 eventually left the lorry as water levels continued rising.
He came back later to inspect his lorry which had died and found an empty bottle of booze in the back. He surmised that the reason his lorry didn’t want to work was because it was drunk.
  @iskandar6400 mantap👍👍👍🌹🌹🌹oooo ini kerja kau ye mambang air ajak minum berendi kau mabuk tu pasal xnk kerja🤲🤲🤲ya Allah ♬ bunyi asal  – kipas lipas
This man is a legend.

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Still More Males Than Females In Malaysia, According To Stats By DOSM

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Malaysia’s male population still outnumber females according to the latest figures by the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM).
The sex ratio remains at 107 males per 100 females although the growth of the female population was higher during the period between the first quarter of 2019 to the corresponding period of this year.
The female population grew from 15.72 million to 15.84 million compared to the male population which is from 16.81 million to 16.90 million.
Malaysiaâ€™s population has also increased during the same period by 0.6%, with DOSM estimating 32.73 million inhabit the country in Q1 of 2020.
The numbers also show that Selangor as the most populous state with 6.57 million while the Labuan Federal Territory recorded the lowest at 99,600.
It also reveals that Malaysia is heading to the ageing population trend thatâ€™s prevalent in developed countries as the birth rate has declined with the number of Malaysians aged between 0-14 falling from 7.63 million to 7.53 million.
This is in contrast to the working age population (aged 15-64) which grew from 22.74 million to 22.95 million and senior citizens (65 and above) which also grew from 2.16 million to 2.26 million.
The number of Malaysians aged 0-14 fell to 7.53 million from 7.63 million, while the working-age population (15-64 years) climbed to 22.95 million from 22.74 million.

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[Watch] Melaka Driver Suffered Seizure At Traffic Light, Crashed Into 9 Vehicles & Injured 6

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A BMW car driver who suffered from a seizure crashed into nine other vehicles at a traffic light in Jalan Tun Abdul Razak, Ayer Keroh, around 9.14pm last night (3 June).

New Straits Times reported that the victims were all waiting at the traffic intersection at Taman Chiptaco in front of a supermarket.
While waiting for the lights to turn green, the 38-year-old driver allegedly suffered a seizure which inadvertently caused him to step on the gas pedal.
The car skidded and collided with the other vehicles in front of him. Unfortunately, the driver suffered another seizure and caused a second crash.

According to Melaka Traffic Enforcement Investigation Department, Superintendent Amran @ Mohamad Zaki Omar, the incident injured six people aged between 20 and 73 and involved ten vehicles.
The nine vehicles involved in the crash were two Perodua Myvi, Honda Jazz, Perodua Kenari, Perodua Viva, Perodua Alza, Toyota Corolla Altis, Nissan Frontier and a Proton Persona.
All the victims, including the woman driver of a Perodua Kenari who suffered a broken nose, were treated at the Melaka Hospital.Melaka Traffic Enforcement Investigation Department, Superintendent Amran @ Mohamad Zaki Omar
The case is being investigated under Section 43(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987.

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M’sian Children Are Failing Their Eye Tests Because of Adult Oversight

It’s tragic when you hear of young children failing their eye tests and having to wear glasses at a really young age.
It’s even more heart-breaking for the parents who suddenly realise that their child, who could be as young as 4 years old, will need to wear glasses for the rest of their lives.
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As tragic as it is, these parents are not alone.
According to NST, studies show that Malaysian children are increasingly struggling with vision impairment.

â€œVision problems among preschoolers may be more common than previously thought. The study opened our eyes to the fact that we have a significant number of children between the ages of 4 and 6 with eye problems,â€
Ophthalmologist Dr Sunder Ramasamy to New Sunday Times
About 12% of preschool-aged children suffer from visual impairment, which is a relatively higher impairment rate compared to other countries.
The study followed children aged 4 to 6 who went through an eye screening test, which includes the usual LogMAR tests (chart with rows of letters used to estimate visual acuity) as well as others.

Everyone wearing glasses is legitimately terrified of this chart.(Picture credit: Wikipedia Commons)

Imagine that, not only are more people suffering from vision impairment, they are children as young as 4 years old!
And while the rest of the world panicked over phone screens, a small group of people simply asked,
What if these children are failing the test because they don’t know the alphabet?
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While most children can recognize some letters around the age of 3, they will not truly master the alphabet until later.
And although we are now testing children so young, we never stopped to think if the children could even pass the test, even if they may not be vision impaired!
Carta Inovasi recently redesigned the LogMAR chart on behalf of the Ministry of Health, keeping it child-friendly with the use of symbols instead of letters.

A traditional eye chart (left) and the new kid-friendly eye chart (right).(Picture credit: d.school)

The kid-friendly eye chart uses basic symbols such as a cup, fish, apple, and others, to test if the children can see the shapes, even if they can’t read.
In fact, their efforts won them the Design Thinking for the Public Sector Award in the annual Design Thinking Association of Malaysia Awards 2019.
We may see a drop in childhood myopia with the new child-friendly eye chart, which means good news for everyone involved!

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No New Local Covid-19 Cases Today & Just 3 Imported

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No new local cases of Covid-19 were reported today, though there were 3 imported cases, says Health Director General Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah.
Speaking at his daily briefing, Dr Noor Hisham also said that 5 Covid-19 patients had been discharged, bringing the number of recovered cases up to 8,486.
As such there are only 70 cases still active here, though 2 patients are in intensive care, one of whom required the use of a ventilator.
In total, Malaysia has recorded 8,677 cases of Covid-19 with a recovery rate of 97.8%. The death toll for Covid-19 here remains at 121, or 1.39%.

Perkembangan terkini #COVID19 di Malaysia 8 Julai 2020. Kes discaj terbaharu – 5 Kes baharu – 3 (semua kes import)Tiada kematian baharu, kekal 121 kes pic.twitter.com/ob170MML2O— KKMPutrajaya (@KKMPutrajaya) July 8, 2020

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M’sian Redditor finds postcard from 1972 in old book

 Redditor “drkhlme”, real name Joel See,  bought a book from the The Junk Bookstore on Jalan Tun H S Lee for RM27.

It’s apparently a book about an affair. Naughty, naughty.(Pic Credit: Joel See with permission)

After opening the plastic wrap, he was surprised to find a 92 year-old postcard inside.
The postcard features a logo declaring it an “Official Post Card” of the “Straits Settlement” and was addressed to a “Miss R Magness” at “22, Chow Thye Road”.

 On the other side was apparently just a date. (Pic Credit: /r/Malaysia)

Stumped, shared it in the /r/Malaysia Reddit group, which sent other Malaysian Redditors into super detective-mode.

Well, maybe “super detective-mode” is too strong a term.(Pic Credit: /r/Malaysia)

However, they did manage to dig up some information about the Magness family, who were apparently very influential in Penang during the 1900’s.
They even found a woman who might potentially be the daughter of the woman named in the postcard.
Joel, a registered nurse working in Singapore, even received an inquiry from a postcard collector but told TRP that there was no follow-up.
When asked what he would do with the postcard he said, “I might sell it, depending on the value, but I doubt it would go for much. I would contact the family, but I haven’t come around to it.”
Nonetheless, another Redditor has pointed out a more astonishing fact.

Oh, ya. Lol.(Pic Credit: /r/Malaysia)


Malaysians Touched By ‘Kakak’ Who Sheltered ‘Patti’ From The Hot Sun

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One woman’s small act of kindness touched the hearts of many Malaysians online.

Facebook user Privitha Maimaran extends her family’s gratitude towards a stranger who had apparently helped shelter her grandmother from the glaring sun.
Together with a warm thankyou note, Privitha shared an image of the kind Kakak who was considerate enough to have held up a file folder in order to cast a shadow over the senior citizen during a hot afternoon while they were waiting in line outside of a bank.
Privitha writes that she was impressed by such acts of indifferent generosity and simply wanted to share it with the rest of the world, considering the tough times we are facing right now.

Netizens were equally moved by the woman’s unselfishness to help a Patti in need, evidently providing a small glimpse into the harmonious multicultural nation that we have built together.
The act of compassion goes a long way. Kudos to the lady!— Daniel Raul (@DanielRaulLove) September 23, 2020
humanity +1— Faiz (@seorangfaiz) September 23, 2020
This is the beauty of Malaysia…— OqANg KeDah🇲🇾 (@secretperson_99) September 24, 2020
What makes malaysia best is malaysian itself u know— TopiNasi 🇲🇾 (@IzzAminShah1) September 24, 2020

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Sg Besi Expressway (BESRAYA) Lane Closure Extended For 1 Month Until 12th June

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The periodic lane closure on the Sungai Besi Expressway has been extended for a month from 13th May to 12th June.
According to Bernama, the lane closure affects Kilometre 12.0 to Kilometre 12.4, from 11pm to 5am, for Sungai Besi and Kuala Lumpur bound.
To facilitate construction works, 3 lanes from Sungai Besi direction will be closed while the middle, farthest right and farthest left lanes from Kuala Lumpur direction are closed.
Sungai Besi Expressway (BESRAYA).(Credit: Google Maps)
Despite the 300-metre lane closure, one lane is still open for those heading towards Kuala Lumpur.
MMC-GAMUDA has advised that light vehicles bound for Sungai Besi use the alternative road at the Kuchai Lama traffic light intersections and turn to the left side of the road.
Meanwhile, heavy vehicles in the same direction will be directed towards the Kuchai Lama traffic light intersections, turn right towards Kuchai Lama and make a U-turn near the Ajinomoto factory.

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Sg Besi Expressway lane closure extended from May 13-June 12


Fun Events In The Klang Valley This Weekend From 15 Dec To 18 Dec

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Don’t know what to do this weekend? No worries, we got you.

Head on over to art exhibits, concerts and more this weekend.
Here are the events to enjoy with your family and friends on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
15 December (Thursday)
1. Great British Circus (Circus) @ Plaza Arkadia, Desa ParkCity (19 Nov – 1 Jan, 5.30 pm & 8.30 pm)

If you’re into circus shows (humans, not animals), you should try and have a look at the Great British Circus show. They’ve been touring places in Malaysia and this Christmas time, they’re putting on shows at Desa ParkCity.
Witness acrobatic performances, magic shows, entertaining clowns and more here.
For more info, visit their website here and you can get the tickets here.
2. iNyala (Digital Art Exhibition) @ Fahrenheit88 (8 Dec – 25 Dec)

Immerse yourself in a digital art exhibition which features 17 multidisciplinary art installations centred on the theme of “17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)”.
For more info, visit their website here.
16 December (Friday)
1.  Rock’N Riuh @ Bukit Kiara Equestrian & Country Resort (16 – 18 December, 12 pm – 12 am)
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Enjoy awesome performances from local artists, creative workshops, delicious street food and local fashion/accessories vendors.
The lineup includes Datuk M. Nasir, Datuk Ramli Sarip, Ella, Aizat Amdan, Insomniacs, I Am Neeta, Yonnyboii and many more!
Entrance is free so let’s head on to Bukit Kiara this weekend!
2. Rentak Bumi 2.0 Dance Show @ Panggung Bandaraya DBKL (16 -18 Dec, 8.30 pm)

This dance show features three dance companies that will be performing three types of multicultural performances.
READ MORE: This Dance Showcase Features Malay, Chinese AND Indian Dances In The Same Show!
You can still get the tickets here.
3. Evita (Theatre) @ KLPAC ( 16 – 18 December, 3 pm & 8 pm)

Evita is a musical based on the life of Eva Peron, an Argentinian actress who eventually became the wife of the Argentinian president Juan Domingo Perón, and the most beloved (and also hated) woman in Argentina. Madonna once played Evita in a 1996 film FYI.
Tickets are still available here.
4. Five Elements – A Handicraft Fair @ GMBB (16 Dec 2022 – 3 Jan 2023, 11 am – 8 pm)
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This fair celebrates the art of handicraft and the five elements, earth, fire, metal, water and wood. There will be multiple exhibitions, clay workshops, tattoo workshops and more.
For more info, check out their Instagram.
17 December (Saturday)
1. Beach Pool Club Xmas Splash Party @ Discovery Park, Gamuda Cove (11 am till late, Every Sat)
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Enjoy street Latin dances such as salsa, mambo and rumba, rhythm-thumping beats from DJs, a famous 90’s throwback dance show and fire-eater performances at the Discovery Park’s Beach Pool Club every Saturday this December.
For more info, visit their Facebook and Instagram.
2. Let It Snow @ Gamuda Cove (5 pm – 9.30 pm)
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Apart from food trucks and bazaars, there will be a magic show, a Christmas live band, an international circus performance, a hot air balloon ride and many more activities at Gamuda Cove’s Let It Snow Christmas Celebration.
For more info, visit their Instagram here.
3. Hep Ka-Wot Enggang Le-Wei (Photography Exhibition) @ GMBB (17 & 18 December, 11 am – 6 pm)
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This exhibition of forests, hornbills and honey highlights how the Orang Asli of Jahai and Temiar from the Belum-Temenggor Forests in Perak protect the hornbills for their roles as farmers of the forest.
Apart from talks and photographs of nature, you can also buy Orang Asli arts and crafts there.
For more info, visit their website here.
4. Bad Habits x Emo Night Kl Prom Night @ RexKL (8 pm till late)
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Sing and dance your night away to punk rock music this Saturday at RexKL. Listen to their curated playlist ‘Bad Habits x Emo Night KL: ALL KILLER NO FILLER’ on Spotify now, before you go.
You can still get the tickets here.
5. Gig Tanpa Nama (Concert) @ Angkasa Space ( 11 am – 11.30 pm)
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In conjunction with Kopi Tanpa Nama’s launching, they’re collaborating with @sirapais and @projeksuka to bring 15 bands to you this Saturday.
They’ll entertain you with cover songs from artists such as Tan Sri P. Ramlee, System Of A Down, Paramore, Foo Fighters, 30 Seconds To Mars and many more.
Get tickets here.
6. Rexmas Market (Christmas Bazaar) @ RexKL (17 & 18 Dec, 11 am – 11 pm)
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Head onto RexKL for some festive entertainment and street food this weekend. There will be a Christmas Bazaar, a Night Market and also an Open Mic session.
For more info, visit their Instagram.
7. The Weekend Japanese Film Show (Film Screening) @ GSC NU Sentral (12 pm)
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For those who love Japanese films, watch a free Japanese film called We Are Little Zombies organised by The Japan Foundation Kuala Lumpur (JFKL) at NU Sentral’s GSC. The tickets are free but prior booking is required.
For more details, visit here.
8. Rajhesh Vaidhya Feel The Strings (Concert) @ World Trade Centre KL (7 pm)
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For those who love music from Indian classical instruments, you wouldn’t wanna miss this concert from India’s famous veena player, Rajhesh Vaidhya. You will be treated to a fusion of classic and modern tunes in this concert at the World Trade Center KL this Saturday.
You can still get the tickets here.
9. Van Gogh Alive Exhibition @ Pavillion Bukit Jalil (17 Dec – 16 March, 10 am – 10 pm)

Witness Van Gogh’s legendary work 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.
18 December (Sunday)
1. Shah Alam Hari Tanpa Kenderaan () @ Elmina Central Park (7.30 pm – 10.30 pm)

This event is perfect for outdoor and sports lovers. There will be a Fun Run, Run Walk, activities using roller blades & skateboards and many more exciting activities, perfect for a family day out.
READ MORE: Program Shah Alam Hari Tanpa Kenderaan Di Elmina Sime Darby Dianjurkan 18 Disember Ini
For more details on the event, visit here.
2. Holy Chic Fashion + Food Market @ Concubine KL (11 am – 6 pm)

HOLY CHIC! is a trade market that includes almost everything from castoff designer fashion to oddly intriguing knick-knacks… and even some of KL’s best munchies in between.
More details 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.
Our Age Love – Concert (21 December @ Zepp KL)Get tickets here. When Ballet Meets Contemporary Dance 2022 – Dance Show (26 December @ KLPAC)Get tickets here. Dancebox December 2022 – Dance Show (29 & 30 December @ KLPAC)Get tickets here. 6ixth Sense 7Belas – Concert (24 December @ Panggung Asia, Gombak)You can still get tickets here. Kugiran Masdo X The ChangeCuters – Concert (29 December @ Zepp KL)Get your tickets here.The Sound Of Music – Theatre (27 Dec – 15 Jan @ Istana Budaya)Get tickets here.Rising Festival – Concert (1 January @ Angkasa Event Space, Cheras)Get tickets here.Spider Live At Atas Angin Rock Show – Concert (8 January @ Panggung Asia, Gombak) Get tickets here.Westlife The Wild Dreams Tour – Concert (23 & 24 February @ Axiata Arena)You can still get tickets here.
READ MORE: The Sound Of Music Musical Is Coming To Malaysia This 27 December!
READ MORE: The Festive Season Is Back – Here Are Some Christmas Events In The Klang Valley This December
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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Why Do We Keep Failing Our New Year’s Resolutions?

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I’ll be the first to admit that I didn’t accomplish my New Year’s resolutions for 2019.
Last year, I did my research on how to stick to resolutions. I followed the SMART goal-setting method to make sure I wasn’t setting myself up for failure. I made a progress- tracking chart. I told my family to hold me accountable.
All I needed to do was drop a set amount of money every month into my savings account and forget about it. I even listed in my monthly budgets.
Yet, I still failed. And I’m not alone.

Over 70% of our TRP readers failed to realize their goals this year. Why does this happen to so many of us?
Shinee Wong, director of business school Wekah Academy, boils it down for us.
1. We don’t control our desires
Have reasonable expectations for yourself and your goals. Your goals must be doable and fitting of your current lifestyle.
Just because your New Year’s resolution is to be more active and lose weight doesn’t mean that you should spend all your money on branded athleisure clothes or expensive gym memberships.
Realistically, such things don’t actually help you reach your goal.
“If your goal is to be financially independent, even if you covet things like branded goods or a new car, it shouldn’t be what you spend your money on at this point in time. Your focus should be on your goal: these material goods are what you can get only after you’ve achieved your goal of being financially independent.”Shinee Wong to TRP
Be sure to exercise control in all aspects of your life.(Credit: Freepik)
This applies to any other goal as well. If your goal is to lose weight, then you will need to control your desires for bubble tea everyday. If your goal is to travel, then you will need to control your desire to spend unwisely on daily purchases.
2. We aren’t focused enough
Know exactly what you want to do. When you split your focus across different interests and don’t commit to just a few key goals, you end up not achieving anything at all.
Shinee recounts how she started with an interest in marketing when she still held a full-time job as a designer. After years of research, learning, application, and an unwavering focus on marketing, she ended up as the director of a business school that now teaches other businesses marketing.
Being super good at just one thing takes consistent work and dedication.(Credit: Unsplash)
“Focus on just one interest and work on it until you’ve mastered it. Just one simple thing, once mastered, can be applied to so many different aspects and levels to everything else.”Shinee Wong to TRP
Everyone only has 24 hours in a day. Admittedly, for most people, a good part of that day is taken up by work. So what little time left must be spent wisely, and chasing after every different little interest will make you miss out on the true passion you really love.
3. We don’t invest in and prioritize ourselves
The best person to devote your time, energy, and attention to is yourself.
Your future or your education should be where the majority of your investment goes: whether monetary or mentally.
“You should be reminding yourself and working towards your goal daily. Many people review their New Year’s resolutions and goals only when it’s almost the end of the year.If you’re only reviewing your goals once a year, then you only improve yourself once a year.Instead, take time to reflect on yourself daily. Even if you only improve yourself 1% each day, by the end of the year you will have a 365% improvement.”Shinee Wong to TRP
Journaling is a great way to keep yourself on track to achieve your goals.(Credit: Unsplash)
A bad habit of Malaysians is busying themselves all day everyday to the point where they’re unable to take even 30 minutes to reflect on themselves and their lives.
Even in businesses, general meetings are held monthly, or weekly, to gauge the direction of the business, to review performances, and to pinpoint areas of improvement.
Why should we not hold ourselves, arguably the most important person in our lives, to that standard- or higher?
4. We’re too complacent with life
Malaysians also tend to be too complacent with their lives and become unwilling to step out of their comfort zones, which leads to stagnation in life.
Shinee urges people to tread the line between ‘satisfaction’ and ‘contentment’ carefully.
Contentment leads to gratitude and appreciation, whereas being satisfied with your life could lead to stagnation, because you are already appeased by where you are and aren’t looking to improve any further.Shinee Wong to TRP
If all you do at home is scroll Facebook, it may be time to figure out what else you could do with that time.(Credit: Freepik)
Be contented, but always continue to improve yourself and move forward. Step out of your comfort zone.
And for the people who have burned out and are simply so tired that they’ve lost their motivation, Shinee encourages you to go for a class.
Everything you ever wanted to learn or are interested in has classes or courses you can take. This can be classes for management to help start your online business, or even a candle-making class to satisfy a hobby.
Not only do you learn a new skill, but it’s the best way to clear your mind, meet new people, and realign yourself. The most important thing is that you never stop learning to improve yourself.

We here at TRP hope that you reach your New Year’s resolution for 2020! Let us know if you made your 2019 resolutions on our Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram!


Raya Delicacy May Push Pitcher Plant To Early Extinction

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Stuffing our faces with the amazing food at Ramadan bazaars may be one of the greatest joy this season.
But did you know that one of those crazy delicious treats is severely endangering our precious flora?
The seductive temptress is none other than lemang periuk kera, a glutinous rice steamed in pitcher plants (periuk kera) famed for its soft and fluffy texture.
Lemang periuk kera.(Credit: mohdzarin.com)
According to a 2019 article by NST, Kumpulan Pencari Periuk Kera based in Segamat, Johor, had goals to collect 140,000 pitcher plants to meet the high demand during Ramadan and Syawal.
Pitcher Plant aka Periuk Kera
These dizzying numbers made environmentalists deeply worried, as highlighted in a Facebook post by Chairperson of Malaysian Nature Society Pahang, Noor Jehan Abu Bakar.
In her post, Jehan highlighted that certain species of the pitcher plant, such as nepenthes macrophylla, are listed as a critically endangered species on The IUCN Red List.
With the epidemic of global warming hitting the planet hard, it seems that the plant will be literally facing an uphill battle as it climbs to higher elevations to seek cooler air.

She voiced her concern that large scale harvesting of the pitcher plant due to our insatiable appetite for lemang periuk kera during Aidilfitri may just be the death card for the bell-shaped plant.
She then advised Malaysians to stop eating the delicacy and spread the word to friends and family as well.
While the exact numbers of harvested plants is unknown, there is cause for concern as weâ€™re hit with environmental tragedies like the end of Malaysiaâ€™s Sumatran rhinos.
Read her full post here:

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6.1 Million EPF Members Have Less Than RM10,000 For Retirement, Says Finance Minister

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There are around 3.6 million Employees Provident Fund (EPF) members who have savings of less than RM1,000 while some 6.1 million contributors now have less than RM10,000.

Finance Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz was quoted by NST saying that this is based on assessments as of 30 September, after a total of RM101 billion in withdrawals were made through i-Lestari, i-Sinar, and i-Citra by Malaysians struggling to get by through the MCO periods.
READ MORE: Only 3% Of EPF Members Have Enough Money For Retirement, Says EPF
Not enough to last for a lifetime
He said that out of the 1.62 active members, around 479,000 of them, or 29.6% have less than RM50,000 while 70% of members who are between 45 to 59 have over RM50,000 savings.
This is not a comfortable amount for retirement.Finance Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz
He mentioned the figures as a written reply to a question from Pandan MP Datuk Seri Dr. Wan Azizah Wan Ismail.
Tengku Zafrul also said that members who only have around RM50,000 will use up that money in four years if their monthly expenditure is RM1,000 or 20 years if they only use RM200 per month.
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With retirement coming in 15 years, he said it’ll be a challenge for these members to save up before they reach retirement.
For example, 73% or almost three-fourths of EPF members are in a dire situation where their fund is insufficient to retire above the poverty line. EPF has estimated that members need to work between four and six additional years to rebuild their savings that have been withdrawn during the pandemic.Finance Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz
He also mentioned that some 4.4 million of them or 54% of Bumiputera members now have less than RM10,000 and two million or 25% have less than RM1,000, which he said is an alarming situation.
Reeling from i-withdrawals
Although all three initiatives have helped to reduce the blow from the pandemic, this puts them in a vulnerable situation without retirement protection, he said.
This, he said, has caused a significant drop in the percentage of members that have the basic saving of RM240,000 at 55.
It went from 36% in 2020 to less than 27% by the end of this year.
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Government trying to do something about it
The government, together with EPF, Zafrul said are carrying out efforts to help members build back their savings such as the i-Saraaan incentive and Kasih Suri Keluarga Malaysia.
In addition, the Social Protection Council Malaysia (MySPC), chaired by the prime minister is currently studying fundamental reforms of the country’s social protection system. The efforts would help towards addressing any mishmash of the system, to ensure that the vulnerable have the access to the minimum standard of living even in an unpredictable environment.Finance Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz

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Orang Asli In Kelantan Take Action, Fixing Roads And Bridges By Themselves

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Sometimes you have to take matters into your own hands as 40 Orang Asli villagers in Pos Balar, Kelantan have taken the initiative to repair damaged roads and rebuild 4 temporary wooden bridges.
Why are they doing this? So that they can send their kids to school.
According to Bernama, the village head (or Tok Batin as they are known) Alek Busu, said the villagers tried their best to rebuild the bridges because today (22 June) is the first day of school reopening for Years One to Four pupils.
The villagers organised a gotong-royong during which they collected some 300 pieces of wood from the nearby forest to build these pathways.
We hope that the government can replace our temporary bridges with new one made of concrete which will be a lot safer for us to use.Pos Balar Tok Batin Alek Busu via Bernama
It was also reported that the floods last week affected more than 7,000 Orang Asli living in seven settlements including Pos Balar, Tohoi, Bihai, Simpor, Gob, Belatim and Hendrop.
Their access was cut off due to damaged roads and collapsed bridges caused by heavy rains.
This is not the first time that the villagers had to put up with connectivity issues due to heavy rains as Berita Harian reported that they faced the same problem in 2018.

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Enjoy A Delicious Christmas Meal With A View Of KLCC’s Xmas Tree At Maria’s SteakCafe

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Sharing a good meal with family and friends is a wonderful way of celebrating the festive season. After all, Christmas can be seen as a cheery year-ender before things kick up again in the New Year.

If you’re not planning to cook up a storm this year, let’s treat your loved ones to a lovely Christmas dinner at Maria’s SteakCafe in SuriaKLCC.
Maria’s Steakcafe honours its timeless tradition to spread warmth, love and joy in your homes this year with a host of delicious offerings.
Dine-In Christmas Set
Dine-In Christmas Set
The Dine-In Christmas Set priced at RM119++ is available from 24 to 25 December 2021.
This four-course meal will hit all the right spots with a lovely Duck a la orange. The premium duck breast is pan-seared to perfection with carrot puree and honey orange gastrique, a warm pumpkin soup, a choice of Wagyu, Beef Wellington with Foie Gras, Atlantic White Cod, New Zealand Lamb Cutlet or Christmas Roast Turkey.
For dessert, your party can dig into the lovely fresh lemon load with icing glaze and Chantilly cream.

Christmas Delivery (Ala Carte)
Beef Wellington Gift
The Christmas Delivery is available from 25 November 2021 to 2 January 2022.
Early birds enjoy an offer of 10% off (pre-order by 30 November 2021 and 1 week in advance).
The Beef Wellington Gift is priced at RM230+ for 2 pax and RM390+ for 4 pax. The Angus cornfed short ribs are slow-cooked for over 48 hours and served in truffle mushroom duxelles and butter puff pastry.
The whole roasted turkey is served with homemade chestnut stuffing, classic turkey gravy and cranberry compote. This classic Christmas delight costs RM390+ (Small, 3.5-4.5kg) and RM490+ (Big, 5-6kg).
Christmas Home Delivery Sets
Christmas Home Delivery Set
The Christmas Home Delivery Set is available from 25 November 2021 to 2 January 2021.
It’s priced at RM620+ for 5 pax, RM1180+ for 10-12 pax.
If you can’t make it for the dine-in, you can still have the delicious food delivered to your home! The Christmas meal starts with a refreshing classic Caesar salad before the main course selection of either the Christmas Whole Roast Turkey or Beef Wellington.
Each set comes with Spaghetti Bolognese (choice of chicken or beef) with meat sauce and sides of roasted potato and creamed spinach.
Lemon loaf with icing glaze
A few slices of the fresh lemon loaf with icing glaze help end your Christmas meal on a sweet note.

Remember to make reservations a week in advance to avoid disappointments. For more information, check out Maria’s SteakCafe Facebook page.

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[UPDATED] 6,806 New Covid-19 Cases & 59 Deaths Today, Highest Ever Recorded

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Another alarming milestone was crossed today as Malaysia reports 6,806 new cases of Covid-19 detected in the country.

This is the second record-breaking day in a row after yesterday’s 6,075 new cases exceeded the previous record set on January 30 when 5,728 new cases were recorded.
The state with the highest number of cases was Selangor which had 2,277 new cases, followed by Kuala Lumpur (655), Johor (615), Sarawak (608), Kelantan (426), and Kedah (417).
The sudden increase in numbers over the past two days is drastic considering Malaysia was hovering around 4,500 new cases a day all month.
Terkini. 20 Mei. Kes baharu hari ini paling tinggi dalam sejarah, 6,806. #COVID19 #StayHome— KKMalaysia🇲🇾 (@KKMPutrajaya) May 20, 2021
Additionally, Health Director General Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah reported that 59 more people had perished here due to Covid-19 today, with 50,171 active cases, 587 people in intensive care, and 330 requiring intubation.
There were also 3,916 more recoveries.
This brings Malaysia’s total cases to 492,302, total deaths to 2,099, and total recoveries to 440,032.
Status Terkini #COVID19, 20 Mei 2021 Kes sembuh= 3,916Jumlah kes sembuh= 440,032Kes baharu positif= 6,806 (6,804 tempatan, 2 import) Jumlah positif= 492,302Kes kematian= 59Jumlah kes kematian= 2,099Kes dirawat di ICU= 587Bantuan Alat Pernafasan= 330 pic.twitter.com/7gvoAPUb2J— KKMalaysia🇲🇾 (@KKMPutrajaya) May 20, 2021

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Agong Is Okay, Palace Reassures That King’s IJN Visit No Cause For Alarm

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Istana Negara’s Comptroller of the Royal Household, Datuk Ahmad Fadil Shamsuddin has assured the rakyat that there is no cause for concern or alarm over the King’s condition.

In a statement, Istana Negara explained that Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah was admitted to the Royal Ward at Insititute Jantung Negara (IJN) after he said that he was feeling unwell.
The King had been advised to be monitored by doctors but there is no cause for concern or alarm over his condition.Datuk Ahmad Fadil Shamsuddin in a statement via The Star
Last night, probably every news outlet in Malaysia reported that the King had been admitted to the hospital for treatment two days ago. He is expected to be discharged soon.
The King is reportedly still being monitored by doctors at Institut Jantung Negara. (Credit: Malaysiakini)
Meanwhile, Raja Permaisuri Agong Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah was in Kota Baru on a personal visit when the King was admitted to the hospital.
She has rushed back to be by her King’s side, cancelling her three-day visit that was supposed to last until today.
We pray for the King’s speedy recovery and long-term health.

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Malaysian Mothers Cannot Pass Citizenship To Overseas-Born Children, Court Of Appeal Ruled

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On 5 August, the Court of Appeal has decided in a 2-1 majority ruling that children born overseas to Malaysian women married to foreign spouses are not entitled to be Malaysian citizens by operation of law.

The decision was reached after an appeal by the government, Home Ministry and National Registration Department director-general against the High Court decision.
According to Malay Mail, this decision overturned a High Court ruling on 9 September 2021 that enabled Malaysian mothers to pass on their citizenship to their overseas-born children.
The Association of Family Support & Welfare Selangor & Kuala Lumpur (Family Frontiers) president Suriani Kempe said the outcome was disappointing but still, the association would continue to fight for women’s rights.
We stand firm in the belief that one day our government will see us, Malaysian women, as equal citizens, and that our children have just as much a right as the children of Malaysian men. This is indeed a setback, but we will not be deterred. We will appeal the decision at the Federal Court.Family Frontiers president Suriani Kempe
A group of Malaysian mothers after the Court of Appeal decision on citizenship at the Palace of Justice in Putrajaya, August 5, 2022. Image: Shafwan Zaidon/ Malay Mail
According to The Star, the bench was chaired by Justice Datuk Kamaludin Md Said who was in agreement with Justice Datuk Azizah Nawawi, while Justice Datuk S. Nantha Balan dissented.
Family Frontier’s lawyer Datuk Seri Gurdial Singh Nijar said the dissenting judge said there was discrimination which was illogical, perverse and degraded the dignity of women.
Gurdial said he would request a full bench in the apex court.
Criticisms against the ruling
One of the mothers affected by the overturning of the ruling, Mashithah Abdul Halim, said the court’s decision smears the dignity of Malaysian women.
Today’s decision has ripped my heart out as a woman and a mother. It smears the dignity of Malaysian women. Are we women so worthless in the eyes of the country?Mashithah Abdul Halim
Another affected mother, Adlyn Adam Teoh, asked why the government doesn’t protect all of its citizens, both men and women, equally.
Why doesn’t our government protect all of its citizens, both men and women? Why the bias towards women citizens? The reality is that the current interpretation of the law and associated policies bring hardship to each family. And remember, we are Malaysian, and proudly so. We will continue to seek to end this discrimination against half of our population, against the daughters of Malaysia.Adlyn Adam Teoh
For illustration purposes. Credit: Ketut Subiyanto/Pexels
Patricia, an affected mother who is part of the Family Frontier’s network, said they will continue to fight because the pressing matter affects the lives, well-being, and future of their children.
Women’s rights activist Ivy Josiah said it was unacceptable that mothers are not deemed equal to fathers.
We understand there is majority bipartisan support from parliamentarians to recognise equal citizenship. Hopefully, MPs can rectify this discrimination against Malaysian mothers.Women’s rights activist Ivy Josiah
Klang MP Charles Santiago said the decision undermines women’s equal citizenship rights.
This is regressive and takes the country back to the Stone Age as far as women’s rights are concerned. This judgment doesn’t just undermine women’s equal citizenship rights but has adverse consequences on their childrens’ rights to education, healthcare, freedom of movement and inheritance.Klang MP Charles Santiago
A proposal to give Malaysian women the same rights as men
Based on a report by Malaysiakini, DAP proposed that Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob table a motion to amend the Federal Constitution to give Malaysian women the same right as men when it comes to passing citizenship to their offspring.
Currently, children born to Malaysian fathers with foreign spouses abroad can be given automatic citizenship.
Malaysian women married to foreign spouses will have to apply for Malaysian citizenship for their children. Between 2018 and 2022, only 19 of 3,407 applications or less than 1% of the applications were approved.
Anthony Loke. Image: Malay Mail
DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke said denying women from automatically passing Malaysian citizenship to their children is an injustice and it goes against the principle of gender equality.
This makes it look like a mother has fewer rights compared to a father. It goes against the principle of gender equality as enshrined in international laws and the Federal Constitution. Every child is brought into this world by their mother. Such injustice will bring negative effects to the family institution.DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke
The current ruling would many children stateless while others had to take up foreign citizenship.
Loke added all 42 DAP MPs will support the motion and believes its allies in Pakatan Harapan would do the same.
Netizens voice disappointment and empathise with affected mothers
Netizens online also decry the current decision by the Court of Appeal.
Dr Imelda Balchin, who is married to a foreign spouse but was lucky enough to gain Malaysian citizenship for her children, voiced her heartbreak.
It is a sad day because I realised, in this modern world, despite Malaysia’s aspiration to become a developed nation, it is still very far behind in their support and protection for their women.Dr Imelda Balchin

Independent broadcast journalist Tehmina Kaoosji shared her disappointment and her experience as an adult child of a Malaysian mother who was born overseas.
This was my childhood, teens & early 20’s- up & down JPN Shah Alam,Putrajaya with my 🇲🇾 Mom:• getting student visa extensions then social visit passes• processing endless paperwork while dealing w abuse, xenophobia from officers.I’ve lived in 🇲🇾 since 1995. I’m still not 🇲🇾 https://t.co/00Hj6L8pCV— Tehmina Kaoosji (@TehminaKaoosji) August 5, 2022

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Ex-Felda Chairman Acquitted Of Criminal Breach Of Trust Charges

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Ex-Federal Land Authority (Felda) Chairman Tan Sri Mohd Isa Samad was cleared of one criminal breach of trust charge but will still face 9 corruption charges.
What you need to know: The High Court acquitted Isa Samad of one criminal breach of trust (CBT) involving Felda’s purchase of an RM160 million hotel in Sarawak. However, the latter still faces nine corruption charges for allegedly receiving RM3 million. The defense trial on the remaining charges will resume in August.
Who said what: Justice Mohd Nazlan Mohd Ghazali said that the prosecution failed to prove elements of CBT against the accused under the Penal Code, but managed to establish prima facie on the 9 graft charges under the Malaysian Anti Corruption Commission (MACC) Act.
How it got here: Isa Samad who is also the former Menteri Besar of Negeri Sembilan pleaded not guilty to have committed CBT and receiving bribes for the purchase of the Merdeka Palace Hotel and Suites (MPHS) in Kuching by the Felda Investment Corporation Sdn Bhd (FICSB) from Gegasan Abadi Properties Sdn Bhd between 2014 and 2015.
Read more:Isa Samad told to enter defence for all but one charge on Sarawak hotel deal (FMT)Isa Samad to know his fate on CBT and corruption charges tomorrow (The Edge)

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Malaysia to have worldâ€™s LONGEST water slide in Penang by October 2019 [Updated]

Update:
The water slide at the Escape Theme Park in Teluk Bahang is finally completed and scheduled to open during the second half of October 2019!
Initially meant to open in August 2019, the world’s longest slide will take riders across Jalan Teluk Bahang to the suspension bridge before plummeting into the park’s swimming pool.

Picture credit: Daily Mail

Since the slide is expected to stand 78m tall, part of the Phase 3 development of the ride includes the installation of a cable car that will transport riders from the foot of the hill to the top.

 â€œIt will also serve as a transport vessel for Hill Rider and Tubby Racer, two new attractions that will open together with the water slide.â€
 Escape Theme Park chief escape officer Sim Choo Kheng
So, get ready to book your tickets to the park, thrill-seekers!

FUN FACT: Itâ€™ll take you at least 4 minutes to ride down the worldâ€™s longest water slide.
Escape Theme Park in Teluk Bahang, Penangâ€™s newest installation is a 1,140m-long slide. It begins from the hilltop and will have you zipping through treetops and past main roads before landing into the parkâ€™s swimming pool.

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Donâ€™t get too excited yet though, cause the slide will only be officially opened in August after security checks are conducted.
Upon completion, it will break the record for the Worldâ€™s longest water slide currently held by the 602m-long water slide in Action Park, New Jersey, United States.

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Escape Theme Park chief escape officer Sim Choo Kheng explained that the park’s topography was fully utilised for the slide and protecting the trees in the surrounding areas was the biggest challenge in the construction process.
Picture credit: New Straits Times

“I am overly concerned over the environment here so we tried our best to maintain the greenery by not chopping down the trees. We reckon the slide will be the main attraction when completed.”
 Sim Choo Kheng via Channel News Asia
Picture credit: Channel News Asia

â€œMost of the materials were transported manually to the hilltop as we wanted to preserve the surrounding natural habitat.
 â€œTo build a slide this long would require building a tower, about the height of a 20-storey apartment, which is not only cost prohibitive but also a disaster aesthetically.
 So we decided to use the highest point of our forested land with an elevation of 70m as the launch tower.â€
 Sim Choo Kheng via The Star Online
Sim said the slide uses a carbon fibre-reinforced polymer, supported by permanent steel structures.
Breaking records while preserving our country’s natural landscape! Now, this is how you build a theme park!


UMNO Finally Announces New Top Leadership Line-Up

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This is the new list of UMNO’s top leadership for the 2023-2026 term!

In a Twitter post yesterday (March 19), Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan shared the new leadership line-up following the conclusion of UMNO’s party polls.
Several old faces were missing from the list such as Datuk Seri Reezal Merican Naina Merican and Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said, who now serves as the Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform).
Azalina had put her name in the hat for one of the vice-president’s post but failed to make the cut.
Tan Sri Badruddin Amiruldin remained as permanent chairman while Datuk Seri Abdul Fattah Abdullah was elected as the new permanent deputy chairman of the party.
With the top two posts being uncontested, the president and deputy president are Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan.
However, there was a slight change for the three vice president’s posts.
Datuk Seri Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail led the votes for vice-presidents, followed by Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin and Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani.
The new Supreme Council is made up of the following:
Datuk Seri Dr Shamsul Anuar Nasarah
Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir
Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan
Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz
Datuk Seri Bung Moktar Radin
Datuk Ahmad Jazlan Yaakub
Datuk Seri Abdul Azeez Abdul Rahim
Datuk Seri Shahaniza Shamsuddin
Datuk Azian Osman
Datuk Seri Dr Md Alwi Che Ahmad
Datuk Dr Ir Shaik Hussein Mydin
Datuk Zahida Zarik Khan
Datuk Mohd Razlan Muhammad Rafii
Datuk Seri Mohd Sharkar Shamsudin
Datuk Seri Abdul Rahman Mohamad
Datuk Dr Mohd Puad Zarkashi
Datuk Seri Jamil Khir Baharom
Datuk Johan Abd Aziz
Isham Jalil
Datuk Seri Abd Rahman Dahlan
Datuk Lokman Noor Adam
Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Said
Datuk Rosnah Abd Rashid Shirlin
Datuk Mohd Rafi Alli Hassan
Datuk Abdul Razak Abdul Rahman
In his tweet, Ahmad Maslan said:
The official results of the UMNO election are here. Congratulations. Thank you. Alhamdulillah. Here’s to serving the people for the sake of Religion, the Nation and the Country.Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan
As for the election for UMNO’s wings, the results were announced last week.
UMNO Youth chief: Dr Muhamad Akmal SalehDeputy: Hairi Mad Shah
UMNO Women’s chief: Datuk Seri Noraini AhmadDeputy: Datuk Norliza Abdul Rahim
UMNO Puteri chief: Datuk Nurul Amal Mohd FauziDeputy: Siti Sokhleha Nordin
Among the much-talked about names who made it as committee members for UMNO’s wings are Ahmad Zahid’s daughter Nurulhidayah (Women), actress Datin Naszriah Ngasri better known as Anne Ngasri (Women), former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak’s daughter Nooryana Najwa (Puteri), controversial blogger Raja Petra Kamaruddin’s daughter Raja Sara Petra (Puteri), and Reezal Merican’s daughter Reena Awliyatul Imani (Puteri).

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DBKL Warns That They Will Close Parks Again If Parents Continue Ignoring Covid-19 SOPs

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The Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) is warning the public that they will close all parks under their jurisdiction if park users continue to ignore regulations set under the recovery movement control order (RMCO).

In a Facebook post shared on their official account, the municipality said that guardians and parents of young children have been spotted openly defying a notice at the Perdana Botanical Garden children’s playground.

The notice informed park visitors that while most of the park has been opened to the public, use of the playground is still prohibited under the RMCO.
DBKL has issued public appeals advising park users against bringing young children there, due to the fact that children are considered high-risk Covid-19 groups.
Responding to Malay Mail in a WhatsApp message, KL Mayor Datuk Nor Hisham Ahmad Dahlan said that they will shut all parks if people continue to ignore standard operating procedures (SOP).
DBKL warns that if this situation isn’t contained, it will shut all parks until the public obeys the SOP put in place by the Health Ministry.Datuk Nor Hisham Ahmad Dahlan via Malay Mail
Public parks across the nation were closed to the public on 18 March when the movement control order (MCO) came into effect. The parks were reopened with regulations on 4 May when the government started to relax certain restrictions.
Unfortunately, just weeks after reopening, DBKL was prompted to shut down the parks again after park visitors were complacent about adhering to social distancing rules.

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[Watch] Netizens Praise Police For Going All-Out To Chase Suspect

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Police across the country often risk their lives everyday to uphold the rule of law.

Recently, a video showing police officers putting themselves in harm’s way to arrest a suspect had gone viral.
The suspect is said to be a foreigner who led police on a chase before he was apprehended near Pinggiran Subang here.
Deputy Petaling Jaya OCPD Supt Ku Mashariman Ku Mahmood said in a statement that the incident happened around 5.30pm on Saturday (2 April).
Police initially stopped the suspect who was behaving suspiciously in a car along Jalan Sungai Buloh, towards the direction of Subang near Kota DamansaraOCPD Supt Ku Mashariman Ku Mahmood elaborating on the incident.
When police attempted to inspect the vehicle, the suspect accelerated his vehicle in an attempt to flee.
The suspect also tried to ram one of the men in blue, which prompted the police to shoot the suspect’s car tyre.
  @syiema_manaf Aksi Kejar Mengejar Petang2 Ni..Finally Tumpass ..Terbaik Abam Polis😊💪 ♬ bunyi asal  – Syiema_Manaf
The Petaling Jaya police control centre alerted other patrol vehicles for backup as the chase unravelled.
Towards the end, the suspect abandoned his Proton Wira Aeroback and attempted to flee on foot but was apprehended near Bandar Pinggiran Subang.
Investigations revealed the suspect was a 40-year-old foreign national.
The suspect had been remanded for four days to assist in investigation.
Police is investigating the case for attempted murder, disobeying a policeman’s orders, fleeing a police inspection and not having valid documents.
The force is appealing to witnesses for information on the incident by contacting the police hotline at 03-2052 9999 or visit the nearest police station.
Everyday Heroes
Netizens praised the police for their effort.
The public also expressed hope that the police get all the support they need, as they are dealing with increasingly tough circumstances on the street day in and day out.
Netizens pointed out that police officers have had tremendous added duties and responsibilities to keep all citizens safe in this country.

And, sometimes, they make the ultimate sacrifice in walking the thin blue line – they give their lives.
Truly, we are blessed they are working on our behalf.

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PM Muhyiddin To Appear Live On TV Tonight To Talk About Budget 2021 & Other Things

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Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin is scheduled to make a special live appearance on television at 8.30 pm tonight (November 7).

This time, the PM is expected to speak on the recently tabled Budget 2021 and current challenges faced by Malaysia.
Finance Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Tunku Zafrul Aziz presenting Budget 2021 in Parliament.PARLIMEN MALAYSIA/YouTube
On social media, Muhyiddin advocated that the budget presented in Parliament on November 6, demonstrates his administration’s “care for the people” and guarantees the nation’s prosperity and economic stability following the Covid-19 pandemic.
He explained that expenditures proposed by the budget was made to reflect the feedback the government received from 6,000 responses through various platforms.
Muhyiddin says that the budget would protect the rakyat and businesses besides help Malaysia “rebound” and secure a resilient and sustainable future.
He also said that the budget would mitigate cost of living pressures brought on by the pandemic and work to preserve the welfare of Malaysians from vulnerable groups.
READ MORE: Budget 2021: What Is There For The B40?

Amounting to a total of RMRM322.5 billion, Budget 2021 is the largest public expenditure to be tabled in the nation’s history with proposed spending of around RM69 billion to fund the country’s development and some RM17 billion channelled to address the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Borneo vs Kalimantan. What’s In A Name?

Are we Borneo or are we Kalimantan? Malaysians, Bruneians, and Indonesians have been feuding over the age-old question of what the island is called.
What’s the situation?
After the recent uproar of Google’s Kalimantan mishap – many Malaysians turned to twitter to express how they felt about the name change.
Edited screenshot comparison of the Island’s name change.(Credit: @khaekarem via Twitter)
How can an Island have two very distinct names? Are there more than two names? Do people actually prefer being called Kalimantan to Borneo?
Many people didn’t know that this Island shared so much with 3 different countries.
So, how did it all start?
Historically…
The Island is known by many names. Worldwide it is known as Borneo, after the land Brunei. Many suspect it is derived from European contact with the land in the 16th century. In the olden days, Borneo was also referred to as Bo-ni according to Chinese records in 977.
Evidence of Chinese traders before the arrival of James Brooke.(Credit: Sarawak – More to Discover)
Indonesian natives call the land, Kalimantan. Derived from a Sanskrit word Kalamantha, meaning “burning weather island” after the tropical weather. In Sarawak, the term Kelamantan refers to the sago-eating peoples of northern Borneo.
Sultan Pontianak of West Kalimantan.(Credit: Wikimedia Commons)
The whole of Borneo was once controlled by the Bruneian empire during its golden years in the 15th to 17th centuries. However, Brunei’s sultanate power began to recede to its present size in the late 1800s due to rebels seeking Dutch aid.
The Dutch influence was growing at the time to the south of the island from west to east (Kalimantan Indonesia). This caused the British to later establish two protectorates on the north side (Sabah and Sarawak).
A Dutch soldier giving clothes to the Indonesian people. (Credit: Wikimedia Commons)
The Dutch East Indies had later become a part of Indonesia in 1950. Both Indonesia and the Philippines objected when Malaya decided to create a union with Singapore, Sarawak, and Sabah in 1963. Brunei was also invited to join Malaya but turned down the offer and gained independence later in 1984.
The Dutch East Indies people of Indonesia(Credit: Dutch East Indies)
This led to Sabah and Sarawak being raided by Indonesian-led guerrilla raids in 1963 until 1966. Since then, peace has mostly persisted on the island throughout the decades since the three countries’ independence.
Who actually lives on the Island?
The Murut people of Baram River, Sarawak. (Credit: Wikimedia Commons)
The Island is the third-largest island in the world, after Greenland and New Guinea. With a massive population of 16 million, of whom 300,000 are in Brunei, 4 million in Sarawak and Sabah, and 12 million in Indonesia.
Kalimantan is used as a geographic term for the entire island by Indonesians.
Indonesian Kalimantan is divided into five provinces Kalimantan Tengah (central Kalimantan), Kalimantan Timur (east Kalimantan), Kalimantan Utara (north Kalimantan), Kalimantan Selatan (south Kalimantan) and Kalimantan Barat (west Kalimantan).
The Kalimantan population is largely Malay and Muslim, mostly living in coastal areas. However, the Dayak also holds a significant minority of indigenous peoples who are now mostly Christians.
The Dayak people in Kalimantan. (Credit: Now Jakarta)
On the other hand, Borneo is a term that’s recognised internationally used by those in Brunei, Sarawak, and Sabah.
The East Malaysian population mostly consists of natives like Iban, Kadazan & Bajau. Brunei is predominantly a Malay and Muslim country, too. Both countries have a minority of Chinese and Indian peoples as well.
Just to recap: Borneo and Kalimantan both mean the same thing. Kalimantan is just used amongst Indonesians and Borneo is termed used worldwide.

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Malaysians Can Perform Umrah Soon, Says Religious Minister

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Muslims in Malaysia are expected to be able to perform umrah in the near future, according to Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs), Idris Ahmad.

Berita Harian quoted the Minister who said that the National Security Council (MKN) and the Ministry of Health Malaysia (KKM) are discussing to allow Muslims to perform umrah and hajj next year.
The permission quota to Makkah depends on the Saudi Arabian government because they also have strict conditions at the moment because of Covid-19 and we have to follow the rules there later.Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs), Idris Ahmad
Idris mentioned that the Saudi Arabian government’s announcement that Umrah will be reopened to pilgrims from abroad starting August 10.
With the drop in cases getting lower, let us pray that we are getting closer to performing Hajj and umrah as usual with the new norms.Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs), Idris Ahmad
The media previously reported that the Supreme Department for the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque announced its readiness to welcome the arrival of 70,000 pilgrims a day.
It’s also reported that the Makkah is ready to receive more pilgrims from inside and outside Saudi Arabia with their Ministry of Hajj and Umrah planning to increase the number of pilgrims to 120,000 a day from the current 60,000.

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