MCMC Blocks Controversial Sugar Dating Website Sugarbook After Backlash

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The controversial sugar dating website Sugarbook has been blocked by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC).

This comes after the dating platform was mired with controversy after publishing a list of “Top 10 Sugar Baby Universities” that drew ire from both the educational institutions and government officials.
READ MORE: Malaysians Online Blast Alleged Promotion Of Sugar Baby Lifestyle To College Students, Calling It Dangerous & Unethical
MCMC notice on Sugarbook’s website.(Screenshot via SoyaCincau.com)
According to The Star, MCMC posted a notification on the website that indicated a violation of Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 (CMA).
Section 233 of the CMA 1998 focuses on improper use of network facilities or network service, covering any comment, request, suggestion which is obscene, indecent, false, menacing or offensive in character with intent to annoy, abuse, threaten or harass another person, or provides any obscene communication for commercial purposes to any person.
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MCMC has not officially confirmed why the website was taken down but had earlier released a statement that it is investigating Sugarbook together with PDRM.
READ MORE: Govt Mulling Sugar Baby App Ban, But Are They Actually Illegal?
MCMC Chairman Dr Fadhlullah Suhaimi Abdul Malek noted that the investigation into Sugarbook will focus on whether the app is registered in Malaysia.
Interestingly, Sugarbook is under a company called Sovrnt Ltd which is registered in Cypurs.
Screenshot from Sugarbook.com
If the app is found to promote prostitution, then the matter will be handed over to PDRM as MCMC does not have the provisions to handle such matters.
Is Sugarbook really down?
Screenshot from Sugarbook.com via laptop at 11am, 16 February 2021.
As of time of writing, checks on the website show a notice that states “This website is not available in Malaysia as it violate(s) the National law(s).”
However, TRP’s checks also show that the website is still accessible on some devices.
Screenshot from Sugarbook.com via smartphone at 11am, 16 February 2021
An anonymous source also informed Lowyat.net that Sugarbook had sent out an e-mail to their members with directions to circumvent the MCMC block.
READ MORE: Is A Sugar Baby Really A Prostitute? We Find Out

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Chapter 2 - Additional Offences And Penalties Section 233. Improper use of network facilities or network service, etc


Renewal For Expired Driver, Motor Vehicle Licenses Now Extended To 31 December, Says Transport Ministry

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The Ministry of Transport has extended the renewal period for expired Motor Vehicle Licenses (LKM) and Malaysian Driving Licenses (LMM) until 31 December, 2021.

Transport Minister Datuk Seri Wee Ka Siong was quoted by Berita Harian saying that any LKM and LMM owners whose validity period has expired, will not be subject to enforcement and compliance action by the Road Transport Department (JPJ) and the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM).
However, he said, the owner of LKM whose validity period has expired still needs to ensure that the vehicle is covered by valid insurance, and display and show a valid Certificate of Insurance Coverage for inspection.
The Ministry of Transport is very sensitive to the feedback and difficulties of the public in using the services of agencies under it such as JPJ, when the country was hit by the Covid-19 pandemic. In this regard, the Ministry of Transport has decided to extend the renewal period of LKM and LMM until 31 December 2021.Transport Minister Datuk Seri Wee Ka Siong via Berita Harian
Walk-ins starting 6 September
Wee also mentioned that the Road Transport Department (JPJ) service counters will be running at 100% capacity and walk-ins will be allowed starting 6 September.
To perform transactions at JPJ counters, the Transport Minister said that they must be fully vaccinated as a necessary precaution to safeguard the public’s health as well as that of the staff on duty.
He also added that visitors will need to show that they have a a low-risk status in their MySejahtera application.
With JPJ opening its doors for walk-ins, Wee said that the Transport Department will not continue their online appointment system.

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Tyre Puncture Stranded Lone M’sian Woman By The Roadside, 3 Kind Men Turned Up To Help

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A Facebook user Tiffany Soong almost didn’t manage to get back to Johor when her car tyre punctured mid-way.

She was rushing home after a long day of work when she got stranded on a busy highway around 7pm on Thursday, 28 April.
Since it was close to ‘buka puasa’ time, she was alone by the roadside. She burst into tears in the car when PLUS hotline took a long time to answer her call.
She was surprised when three motorcyclists approached her and immediately put her guard up since she had read about scams on the road.

However, they were friendly and one of them asked if she had a spare tyre. After showing them where the spare tyre is kept, they got down to work before she could say anything.
While changing the tyres, the motorcyclists talked to each other and Tiffany realized the three of them didn’t know each other too. They found out that everyone travelled from Kuala Lumpur.
We’re not friends but his motorcycle ran out of petrol so I helped. Then we met him (third guy) who didn’t have petrol too so we helped him. Then we saw you and felt pity because you’re a woman who’s on your own so we decided to help you too.One of the motorcyclists.
Tiffany thanked the three men for making her believe that they are still good people in the world and wished everyone a good Hari Raya celebration.
Netizens were also touched by the kindness shown by the three strangers and said the story warmed up their hearts.
They were glad to know that they are indeed kind people out there, and it gives them hope for the new generation.

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Young Malaysian Punk Group In Ipoh Continue Feeding Homeless Despite Being Judged For Their Appearance

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A group of young Malaysians who are followers of the punk subculture have been getting negative attention for helping the homeless.

Part of the Food Not Bombs initiative, they have been giving food to the homeless community in Ipoh, Perak.
In an interview with Malay Mail, the group’s spokesperson, Rozaiman Salahuddin, shared that despite their willingness to do good, they still get frowned upon by the general public just because of how they dress.
Most of the negative comments came from social media.Rozaiman Salahuddin via Malay Mail
Rozaiman told of a comment the group got from a woman who urged them to discard their full black attire for “proper clothes” if they wanted to do good.
Despite doing good, there are some people who continue to criticise members of the group for their choice of clothing. (Credit: Malay Mail)
Food Not Bombs is an international, independent, all-volunteer movement that shares vegan and vegetarian food with the hungry in 65 countries across the globe in protest to war, poverty, and the destruction of the environment.
The punk group make up the Ipoh division of Food Not Bombs Malaysia.
According to Rozaiman, the group volunteered to participate in the movement to show people that followers of the punk subculture are also sensitive to the current problems faced by their community.
We are not mere rebels.Rozaiman Salahuddin via Malay Mail
The group started their volunteer work on 2 June this year by preparing 20 packets of bee hoon to be distributed to the homeless and hungry in Ipoh.
Starting with just 20 packets, the group now distributes 80 packets of food to the destitute in Ipoh. (Credit: Malay Mail)
While they didn’t have a permanent distribution spot at the beginning, they have since settled with Jalan Datuk Onn Jaafar as the perfect spot to hand out food.
The first two feedings were held at Medan Selera Dato Tahwil Azar area while for the third feeding, we moved to the central market area. But towards the end of the feeding at the central market, we moved to Jalan Datuk Onn Jaafar in front of a fast-food outlet as there were not many homeless people coming to pick up our food at the market.Rozaiman Salahuddin via Malay Mail
Now, they just need to come up with a fixed time table to distribute food.
As volunteers of their group are also wage earners with busy day jobs, they are only able to carry-out the feeding programme once they complete their daily tasks.
However, Rozaiman is certain they will have a fixed timetable soon as there had been a recent spike in new volunteers wanting to take part in their programme.
(Credit: Farhan Najib/Malay Mail)
For those who are interested in donating cash and kind to the group to help them continue their charitable endeavour, you can contact Rozaiman via his Facebook.
In an effort to raise funds for their movement, the group is also selling t-shirts.
Each t-shirt is sold RM23 per piece where RM3 goes to the programme.Rozaiman Salahuddin via Malay Mail

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PKR Gets Rid Of 11,000 Members Following The Sheraton Move

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11,000 PKR members and party leaders aligned to the then deputy president Datuk Seri Mohamed Azmin Ali were sacked by the party in the aftermath of the infamous Sheraton Move, said its secretary-general Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail.

Saifuddin did not hide the fact that the move had impacted PKR as the party also lost its senior leaders in the process.
 “We lost senior leaders and gave 11,000 members the boot. It was a necessary action to take, but it had a huge impact on the party.
“Members are an asset to the party because it’s difficult to identify and train the right people when they join PKR. A lot of them took many risks to join the party as well.
“So you can imagine the impact on the party when a large number of members are removed,” he was quoted as saying by FMT.
He said that following the Sheraton Move that led to the fall of the Pakatan Harapan federal government, PKR Central Leadership Council decided that party members belonging to the senior leaders’ factions who defected to Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu) would be automatically sacked.
Saifuddin added that PKR polls slated in May are necessary for the party to fill key positions that were left vacant by the sacked leaders and defectors in preparation for the 15th General Election.
In the upcoming PKR polls, Saifuddin will take on his predecessor Rafizi Ramli who is making his political comeback, for the party’s deputy president post.
Both Saifuddin and Rafizi belong to the same faction during the previous party election in 2018.
READ MORE: Rafizi Is Making A Comeback Into Politics, Eyeing For PKR’s No 2 Post
READ MORE: Who Is Rafizi Ramli & Why Are Some People Excited About His Return To Politics?


[Watch] Kancil Turned Into A Lime Green 6-Door Limo By Kedah Giat Mara Students

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Malaysians are creative when it comes to problem-solving and the latest creation that wowed netizens online is a 6-door Perodua Kancil.

In the viral video clip, the ordinary Perodua Kancil has been transformed into an 8-seater car with 6 doors.
The bright lime green ‘mini-car’ has been transformed into a long and narrow limousine.
  @layang2tanpatali #fypシ ♬ suara asli  – Dewi 🌹
According to Kosmo, the car is a project by a Giat Mara vocational school in Kedah. The vehicle still sports four wheels with the same lime green rims.
Based on a Facebook post, it seemed like the project started around March 2021. The pictures posted in the post showed the stripped car in its early stages.
Netizens loved it
Netizens are amazed by the creativity and said the work done is on par with the work done by a foreign engineer.

Despite the ingenious creation, a netizen joked that the passengers in the backseat will be feeling hot because they can’t feel the cool air from the air conditioner.
Maybe it’s something the creators of the compact limo should look into improving.

Since the modified Kancil can seat more people, a netizen jokingly said big families can save money and get a similar Kancil limousine instead of buying a Toyota Vellfire.
Another netizen said they wanted to do the same thing but asked how to fit the middle car doors.

They were curious to know if it’ll ever be allowed to be driven on Malaysian roads by law.
In response, someone said anything can happen as long as you pay ‘extra.’

If you’re curious to see more creative creations by Malaysians, a father and son recently modified their Proton Saga into a “Knight Rider” pickup truck.
READ MORE: [Watch] Johor Father & Son Modified Old Proton Iswara Into ‘Knight Rider’ Pickup

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Pahang mum & 2 kids sleep on cardboard in hospital lobby to care for cancer-struck husband

Good health, good sleep and a roof over our heads. Sometimes,
itâ€™s easy to forget how easy we have it.
But such basic necessities are not always enjoyed by everyone as netizens share the sad tale of Sarina Endut and her family who have been sleeping in the lobby of Hospital Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah (HoSHAS), Temerloh.

Sarina and her two daughters, aged 8 and 6, have spent 2
weeks sleeping on cardboard boxes at the hospital.

Pic Credit: The Star

Why?
Because Sarina needs to care for her husband, 59-year-old Jamaluddin
Uyub, who is currently battling stomach cancer.

Pic Credit: Sarimah Hj Mohamed/Facebook

The 40-year-old mother and her young children had no choice.
They have not gone home since Jamaluddin was warded on July
24 because they had no transportation and money to travel back and forth from
their home in Pulau Tawar, about 70 kilometres away.

Screenshot from Google Maps

Sarina also had to quit her job as a school cleaner after taking
time off to take care of her sick husband.
With no income, no transportation and a sick member, the family had no choice but to make the hospital their home.

â€œThe little money I have left is used to buy food. But I am grateful that some people have donated some things for us.
 The blanket that we have is also given to us after someone saw us sleeping without anything to keep ourselves warm.â€
Sarina via The Star.
In the two weeks since theyâ€™ve put up in the hospital, a worried Sarina has been going back and forth between the lobby and ward, endlessly caring for both her husband and daughters.

Pic Credit: Oh My Media

â€œWho wonâ€™t worry, thinking about their two children left alone in the hospital lobby? They are also not familiar here, but my husband needs my help to take care of him.
 I have no choice but to continuously go up and down from the ward and lobby to see the kids. Itâ€™s exhausting but at least I see them with my own eyes.â€
Sarina via Harian Metro.
The Star reports that she would also seek help from the hospitalâ€™s security guard to keep an eye on her kids.
However, thereâ€™s some good news!
Thanks to the power of social media, Sarinaâ€™s story went
viral and her familyâ€™s tale of misfortune have reached the right folks at the
hospital and State Welfare Department.

Pic Credit: Kosmo! Online

Sarina and her family have since been put up in a room by the hospitalâ€™s welfare department.

â€œWe receive a lot of patients every day and there are many who relax at the hospital lobby, including some who sleep at night.
 So as soon as her story of having to leave two young children came to our knowledge, we made every effort to find a room.â€
Datuk Dr Sha’ari Ngadiman, Pahang State Health Department director via Bernama.
Besides that, the Pahang State Welfare Department has also given Sarinaâ€™s family a one-off assistance of RM300 and they will begin receiving Childrenâ€™s Aid from September onwards.
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We love a happy ending!
TRP sends our love and best wishes to Sarina and her family ♥


Travellers From Malaysia Can Use Border Pass To Enter Thailand From 5 May

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Travellers from Malaysia and Thailand are allowed to use the Thai Border Pass to enter the two countries starting 5 May.

However, only residents from Perlis, Kedah, North Perak and Kelantan are allowed to use the border pass and allowed to stay in Thailand for 3 days.
According to The Star, travellers or tourists who want to use the border pass need to apply through the Thailand Pass website 24 hours before departure.
Perlis Border Relations and Cooperation Committee chairman Ruzaini Rais said travellers or tourists from Thailand who use the border pass are also allowed to travel back and forth into the country as long as they had been fully vaccinated.
The same SOPs imposed during the reopening of the country’s borders on 1 April still apply to tourists or travellers who used passports to enter Malaysia.
They are also required to have travel insurance and undergo a health screening first.Perlis Border Relations and Cooperation Committee chairman Ruzaini Rais
The Star also reported that the Malaysia-Thai border checkpoint at Padang Besar has opened starting today (5 May) and will operate from 6am to 10pm.

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[Watch] Young Girl Climbs Over Apartment Balcony, Netizens Panic

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Recently, a video showing a young girl standing on the outer edge of the balcony before climbing back into the apartment building went viral.

According to Kosmo, the incident is believed to have taken place in an apartment at Selayang, Selangor.
While she clambered in over the balcony grill, a younger sibling who looked like a toddler could be seen walking towards her.

Although she got in safe and sound, the short clip was enough to give netizens the chills.
“So scary. I hope the family is more concerned. Aduhhh my heart feels weak seeing [the video],” a netizen wrote.

“Oh this is crazy. I’m stressed watching it,” someone else wrote.
“The small one will learn,” a netizen pointed out.

“As long as she doesn’t carry her sibling over when she climbs. Have to advise her. What if one day she climbs and her sibling falls first?” the next netizen commented.

“Ya Allah, it’s good that the person recording didn’t shout. If they shouted, the girl would have been shocked and would panic. I hope parents will install a metal grill [on balconies] if they live in a house like this so the children can’t climb like this,” another person wrote.

Advice for parents
Some of the concerned netizens also provided tips and advice for other parents so they can prevent a situation like this from happening.
“I [installed] an invisible grill on my balcony. Hopefully, I don’t have to worry about the children when I go for prayers or use the bathroom,” a netizen suggested.

A few of them even encouraged the parents to let their children channel their energy in extreme and outdoor sports.
“This kid is so brave. The parent should encourage them properly. There are many extreme sports in Malaysia [such as] wall climbing, rock climbing. There are safety equipments [too]. Don’t reprimand the child. [She] already has the talent. Maybe she’ll make our country proud in extreme sports,” a netizen wrote.

The worried netizens also advised the person who recorded the video to show the video to the parents so that they are made aware of what went on.
The parents have been notified
Based on a few Facebook comments, it seems like the matter has already been settled with the parents.

Previously, a similar incident took place in Putrajaya. A young boy climbed over the balcony railings and continued to walk along the edge of the building.
READ MORE: Malaysians Horrified By Video Of Boy Playing Outside Apartment Balcony

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Covid-19 Death Toll Goes Up, Claims 14 Lives & Infected 1518 Malaysians In Total

The national Covid-19 death toll now stands at 14 people.
Victim #11 was identified as a 70-year-old Malaysian man who passed away on Sunday, March 22.
The victim, classified as case #1070, was confirmed positive for the coronavirus and was later admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at UKM’s Canselor Tuanku Muhriz Hospital.
Reportedly the deceased had a recent travel history to Indonesia in February.
Malaysia’s 12th victim died on Monday, March 23 after receiving treatment at the Kluang Hospital in Johor.
Classified as case #1114, the 70-year-old man was said to have attended the tabligh congregation that happened in Masjid Jamek, Kuala Lumpur earlier in March.
Masjid Jamek in KL where the tabligh congregation took place.(Credit: Reuters/Malay Mail)
The country’s 13th fatality came from case #1006, a 49-year-old man who also passed away on Monday at the Sarawak General Hospital. The deceased reportedly had also gone to the mentioned tabligh event.
While the 14th death was of a 51-year-old woman, dubbed case #595. The deceased had had close contact with members of the tabligh congregation who tested positive for the virus.
She fully succumbed to the illness and died at the Miri Hospital, Sabah earlier today.
Setakat 23 Mac 2020, sebanyak 14 kematian akibat #COVIDãƒ¼19 dicatatkan di Malaysia. @DrAdhamBaba @DGHisham pic.twitter.com/WsKxXxTWz8â€” KKMPutrajaya (@KKMPutrajaya) March 23, 2020
As of today, the Health Ministry (MOH) reports the finding of another 212 new positive Covid-19 cases, 123 of those cases were linked to the now-notorious tabligh cluster.
Being the worst-affected country by the outbreak in the Southeast Asian region, Malaysia now records a total of 1518 coronavirus cases, with 159 recoveries so far.
(Credit: Twitter/MOH)
Globally, the death toll of the viral pandemic has claimed nearly 15,000 lives and infected more than 300,000 individuals.

TRP sends our deepest condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.
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Only RM50 Left In Savings, Public Uni Student Scammed RM4k By Fake Investment Scheme

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A public university student was scammed out of RM4,000 when they invested in an investment scheme that saw no returns.

The student first got to know about the investment scheme in a Telegram group. They chose the RM1,000 investment scheme package that promised RM10,000 in returns.
The individual then asked the student for an extra RM3,000 as a commission to oversee the student’s investment account.
According to Kosmo, the student had borrowed as much as RM2,000 from three of their friends and used up all of their university funds to invest in the scheme.
After the student transferred RM4,000 into the account, the individual asked for RM10,000 to activate the account.
That was when the student felt that something wasn’t right. Luckily, the student did not transfer the sum asked because they did not have that much money anyway.
The student lodged a police report when they suspected they have been scammed. Sharing their experience on TikTok, the student is now asking for help from netizens because they only have RM50 to last the whole first year semester.
The student added that they really wanted to take up a part-time job but the packed class schedule wouldn’t allow it.
Netizens advised fellow students not to be taken in by the life of riches and to borrow money from others to reach that goal. This is because they might end up worse off financially than when they started.
Another netizen told the student not to make excuses because there are other students who work part-time for extra pocket money despite their busy schedules.
According to The Sun, the public should do a thorough check before joining any investment schemes, especially when an extra lucrative profit is promised.
Before investing, the public should check the legitimacy of the schemes through official sources such as ‘semak mule’ application, BNM, Securities Commission (EC) and the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs.
On another note, here are other scams that the public should look out for.
READ MORE: “It’s A Scam” Beware Of Calls From Unknown Numbers With Music In The Background

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Malaysia’s Doctor-To-Population Ratio Better Than WHO Recommendation, Says Health Minister

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The doctor-population ratio in the country is better than the one prescribed by the World Health Organisation (WHO), said Health Minister Datuk Seri Adham Baba.
Currently, he said, Malaysia has around 71,041 medical doctors in the public and private sectors, making it one doctor for every 454 individuals.
Dr Adham said out of the total, 73% or 51,912 medical doctors are serving the Ministry of Health (MOH).
As for dentists, there are 11,059 dentists in the country, making it 1 dentist for every 2,963, with 6,530 serving the MOH.
He said the Ministry will look at increasing the training capacity for medical, dental and pharmaceutical grads as they want to expand the number of medical staff.
This allows them to continue being a medical practitioner either in the public or private sector.Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Adham Baba via Bernama
The Ministry’s disease control division in particular will be focused on due to the rise of Covid-19.

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Najib Wishes Bitter Rival Dr. Mahathir ‘Get Well Soon’

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Former Prime Minister Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad was admitted to the National Heart Institute (IJN) on Friday (7 January) to undergo elective medical procedures.

IJN’s Corporate Communications Division said in a statement that due to the current standard operating procedures (SOP), no visitors were allowed to visit the Langkawi MP.
Well wishes have been pouring in for the former premier from every corner of the country.
But one particular ‘get well soon’ message may mean a little more than some of the others.
Former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak posted his message of support and encouragement to Dr. Mahathir on Friday evening.

Heart Health And Ageing
Mahathir, 97, was the focus of some worry among Malaysians earlier in December last year after he was briefly hospitalized.
On 16 December, the two-time prime minister was also admitted to the institute briefly.
He was discharged after undergoing a series of medical investigations.
Dr. Mahathir, who is the chairman of the political party Pejuang Tanah Air (Pejuang), previously had a heart attack in 1989.
The country’s leader from 1981 to 2003 also had two more heart attacks in 2006 and a year later when he underwent quadruple bypass surgery.
All of Dr. Mahathir’s heart problems have been treated at IJN.
Mahathir Vs Najib
Netizens praised Najib for sending his best wishes to his political nemesis at a time when the nation is in the midst of a big political battle.
After all, Malaysians are familiar with the rivalry between elder statesman Dr. Mahathir and Najib, his protégé-turned-enemy.
In 2018, Dr Mahathir led the multi-racial Pakatan Harapan to defeat Najib and his long-ruling Barisan Nasional coalition.
Prior to that, Mahathir quit Umno over Najib’s alleged involvement in the multibillion-dollar plunder of the 1MDB state fund.

And rightfully so. While there’s a lot at stake, we’re all Malaysians and we’re all human beings.

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Khairy Wants To See Interstate Travel Go Well Before Allowing Social Events

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The government will only decide on allowing private social gatherings based on how Malaysians behave once the interstate travel is allowed, according to Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin.

He answered a query from on Twitter user who asked whether social events would be possible soon given that the country is looking at reopening state borders.
In the reply, he also said that he is unconvinced that Covid-19 SOPs can be followed during these ceremonies.
Social gatherings in closed venues may be among the last sectors to open. I am unconvinced at the moment that SOPs can be observed in big weddings etc where masks come off and people talk with mouths full of food. Let’s see how we behave after interstate travel is allowed.Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin via Twitter
Recently, Prime Minster Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob teased on allowing interstate and also international travel once the vaccination rate for the adult population in Malaysia has reached 90%.
He was quoted by NST explaining that the government’s decision to move from 80% to 90% is to ensure that no state was left behind before is announced.
Majlis sosial dalam venue tertutup mungkin antara sektor terakhir untuk dibuka. I am unconvinced at the moment that SOPs can be observed in big weddings etc where masks come off and people talk w/ mouths full of food. Let’s see how we behave after rentas negeri is allowed. https://t.co/NdN6Qgo1Po— Khairy Jamaluddin 🇲🇾🌺 (@Khairykj) October 4, 2021

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Muslims Allowed To Attend Communal Prayer Activities Depending On How Big The Mosques Are

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The federal government is allowing even more people to return to the nation’s mosques, specifically in the federal territories of Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya and Labuan to perform communal prayer activities, including the weekly Friday prayers.
Senior Ministry (Defense) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said that prayer activities can be conducted according to the safest maximum limit allowed for social distancing to happen, depending on the size of the given masjid.
This means that Malaysian Muslims can soon perform communal prayer activities with an audience of more than 30 people as limited mentioned by the government’s Covid-guidelines.
Some states have even allowed for more than 40 people to perform prayers at a time, following strict standard operating procedures (SOP) provided by the state’s religious authorities.
Ismail Sabri explained however that the final decision and allowance for the new maximum communal prayer activity limit would be decided by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong (YDPA) Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’yatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah.
Since the start of the nationwide lockdowns places of worship across the country had been closed then gradually reopened to allow Malaysian worshipers to return to the house of God.
Notably, 2 of the country’s biggest Covid-19 clusters involved an Islamic religious gathering in Kuala Lumpur as well as a Christian gathering in Kuching, Sarawak.

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Al Jazeera Defends Documentary Filmed During Lockdown in Malaysia

Al Jazeera has rejected allegations made by Malaysian authorities over the investigative documentary, instead saying that the report is a fair and impartial journalistic work. They also express grave concern over the Malaysian response, saying that their staff in Malaysia have faced online abuse and death threats.
What you need to know: The documentary Locked Up In Malaysia’s Lockdown was released on July 3, documenting the plight of thousands of undocumented migrant workers arrested during raids in areas under tight lockdowns.
Malaysian authority were less than pleased over the report, claiming that it was inaccurate and tarnishes the image of the country. The police have begun an investigation into the news agency under Section 500 of the Penal Code and Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 for potential sedition and defamation. Defence Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob has demanded a formal apology from Al Jazeera, claiming that such accusations were done with malicious intent.

Al Jazeera Documentary Backlash: 5 Important Things You Need To Know

The international news agency claims that the documentary upholds the the professional quality of impartial journalism, and that it also highlighted Malaysia’s success in containing the virus. They also claim to have sought comments from senior government officials but received no response.
Al Jazeera journalists and its staff based in Malaysia have reported being harassed online, including receiving death threats. Now, the news agency is calling on Malaysian authorities to respect media freedom and to desist from treating its journalists as criminals.
Why it matters: Freedom of press in Malaysia has been frequently called into question, as it is not uncommon for reporters, activists, and journalists to be hauled away by police after reports on certain activities or speaking out about certain issues.
Who said what: In their statement, Al Jazeera noted that charging journalists for doing their jobs is not the action of a democracy that values free speech.
Journalism is not a crime.Al Jazeera
The news agency has also expressed their concern for the safety of those interviewed in the documentary who have also been subjected to abusive online harassment and hate speech.
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Health Experts Plead For Agong To Stop GE15 With MOH At Breaking Point

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In light of recent hints of an upcoming general election, health experts are now pleading for the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah to intervene as the Health Ministry (MOH) is reaching its breaking point in battling the nation’s worst bout of Covid-19 to date.

Datuk Dr Zainal Ariffin Omar, Malaysian Association of Public Health Physicians President told Astro Awani that the YDP Agong can advise politicians and the government to find the balance between the importance of a general election (GE) and the public interest.
We are not against GE, but now is not the time. We hope that, if needed, the intervention of the YDP Agong or the Council of Rulers, first to advise politicians and the government to balance the importance between holding elections and the common good.Datuk Dr Zainal Ariffin Omar, Malaysian Association of Public Health Physicians President via Astro Awani
Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah.(Credit: Instagram/Istana Negara)
The statement comes a day after UMNO president Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi called for a general election as soon as possible amidst reported tensions within the Perikatan National government.
More experts speak out
In an open letter addressed to Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin today, 46 of the nation’s top medical experts have also called for a stop to politicizing the pandemic.
The letter signed by the likes of Tan Sri Dr Abu Bakar Suleiman (Former Director-General of Health), Prof Datuk Dr Adeeba Kamarulzaman (Professor of Medicine, Universiti Malaya), Dr Lim Teck Onn (Former Director, Clinical Research Centre MOH) and more urged for the prime minister to secure a bipartisan consensus and approach to flatten the pandemic curve, accelerate efforts to achieve herd immunity as a form of community protection to co-exist with the coronavirus.
GE15 in the midst of an uncontained pandemic is an unmitigated disaster waiting to happen as PRN Sabah has exemplified.Open Letter To PM: 10 Critical Actions To Manage Covid-19 via CodeBlue.
MOH at “breaking point”
Credit: Yusof Mat Isa/Malay Mail
As Malaysia recorded a new record high of new infections (2,593 cases) on 6 January, Health Director-General Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah revealed that MOH is at a “breaking point.”
During the Health Ministry’s daily press conference yesterday, he admitted that the healthcare system was struggling to cope with the number of patients.
Our health system has been pressured and we are at a breaking point because cases are increasing every day. We may not be able to accommodate patients in our facilities. We are looking into how we can enhance our healthcare system. But the best is not only enhancing our healthcare system… but to reduce the loadTan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah, Health Director-General.
Dr Noor Hisham is now proposing a more “targeted” version of the Movement Control Order to bring down the number of cases.
Today (7 Jan), Malaysia’s daily Covid-19 cases reached an all time high again with 3,021 new cases, only 6 of which were imported.

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Don’t Know Where To Go In Cameron Highlands? Try These 20 Places

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Cameron Highland is one of the wonderful places to visit in Malaysia that’s perfect for nature lovers.

Located in the Titiwangsa Range, and named after a government geologist and explorer, William Cameron, it’s known for its chilly, refreshing and breathtaking environment, making it one of the oldest tourist spots in Malaysia since 1930.
READ MORE: Should Cameron Highlands Say Yes/No To Huge Theme Park?
Thanks to a Twitter account called @JalanCutiSantai, they’ve compiled some of the best places to pay a visit to when you’re in Cameron Highlands. Here are some of the recommended places along with their details.
1. Sungai Palas BOH Tea Garden
(Credit: BOH Tea)
This is one of the most popular tea plantations in Cameron Highlands. They have a free tour through their tea factories and they also have a cafe serving various dishes for brunch, breakfast or high tea.
Address: Brinchang, 39100, Brinchang, Pahang
Operation Hours: 8.30 am – 4.30 pm (Mondays Off)
Tickets: Free
2. Bharat Tea Plantation
(Credit: @ramona.gaun / Instagram)
This place is where the signature “Cameron Valley Tea” comes from.
Address: 34 Mile Cameron Highland, 39000 Tanah Rata Pahang
Operation Hours: 9 am – 4 pm
Tickets: RM3
3. Cameron Valley Tea House 1 & 2
(Credit: Cameron Valley Tea)
You can take a stroll to a small park and waterfall in the valley of Tea House 1. Tea House 2 offers the same view but with a much bigger space. Both places have decks that look out the valley and shops where you can purchase their teas.
Address: Batu 34, Jalan Besar, Cameron Highlands, Pahang
Operation Hours: 9 am – 4.30 pm
Tickets: Free
4. Cameron Adventurous
(Credit: Cameron Adventurous / Facebook)
This is a place for those thrill-seekers. You can experience riding two kinds of ATVs or a 4×4 Safari Landrover to explore the spacious and beautiful tea plantations.
Address: Cameron Valley Tea House 3, Jalan Besar Kuala Terla 39000 Cameron Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia
Operation Hours: 10 am – 5.30 pm (weekdays) 9 am – 6 pm (weekend)
Tickets: 4×4 – RM18 (Adult) RM12 (Children), ATV – RM80/90/100
5. Cameron Highland Night Market
(Credit: cameronhighland.net )
This night market sells native products of Cameron Highland including fresh crops, fruits, veggies, flowers, plants, souvenirs and a plethora of street food.
Address: Landmark Golden Hill Resort, Jln Sungai Ruil Brinchang, 39000 Brinchang, Pahang
Operation Hours: 5 pm – 11 pm (Friday & Saturday Night)
Tickets: Free
6. MARDI Agro Technology Park
(Credit: cameronhighland.net )
This is an agricultural research station that cultivates various types of flowers like roses, fruits like strawberries and citrus, vegetables and more.
Address: JKR266, Jln Persiaran Endah, Tanah Rata Pahang, 39000 Tanah Rata
Operation Hours: 8 am – 5 pm (Tuesdays Off)
Tickets: RM5 (Adult), Free (Children)
7. Strawberry Farm & Cafe / YZ Agro Farm
(Credit: @yusoff1968)
This strawberry farm and also cafe serves local lunch dishes and western high tea delicacies like scones with strawberry jams.
Address: No.22, Kampung Taman Sedia, Tanah Rata, Cameron Highland, Pahang
Operation Hours: 8.30 am – 5 pm
Tickets: Free
8. KHM Strawberries & Jam
(Credit: @khmberry)
Apart from having a strawberry farm too, this place offers various strawberry flavoured dishes such as nasi lemak with strawberry sambal.
Address: No.9, Kampung Taman Sedia, Tanah Rata 39000 Cameron Highland Pahang
Operation Hours: 8.30 am – 6 pm (Wednesdays Off)
Tickets: Free
9. Cactus Point
(Credit: cameronhighland.net)
This is one of the oldest flower nurseries in Cameron Highlands selling a variety of cacti along with other local and exotic plants.
Address: Cactus Valley Pekan Lama, 39100, Brinchang, Pahang
Operation Hours: 9 am – 6 pm
Tickets: Free
10. Cactus Valley
(Credit: cameronhighland.net)
This one is a botanical show garden that also features a collection of cacti, flowers and ornamental plants.
Address: Cactus Valley Pekan Lama, 39100, Brinchang, Pahang
Operation Hours: 8 am – 6 pm
Tickets: RM5 (Adult) RM2 (Children)
11. Lavender Farm
(Credit: travelwithsun)
The lavender farm has different types of flowers for show and beautiful decorations for you to see. While you’re there, try their Lavender ice cream too.
Address: Taman Tringkap, 39100, Brinchang, Pahang
Operation Hours: 9 am – 6 pm (Monday-Thursday) 9 am – 7 pm (Friday – Sunday)
Tickets: RM15 (Adult) RM10 (Children)
12. Butterfly Park
(Credit: cameronhighland.net)
Enjoy seeing and learning the habitats of various types of butterflies, insects and animals at this butterfly farm. Look out for a species of butterfly named “Rajah Brooke” too while you’re there.
Address: 43rd Miles, Kea Farm Brinchang,39100 Brinchang Pahang
Operation Hours: 9 am – 6 pm
Tickets: RM7 (Adult), RM4 (Children)
13. Cameron Highland Bee Farm
(Credit:travelwithsun)
There are three bee farms here which are the Cameron Tringkap Bee Farm, Ee Feng Gu Bee Farm and Highlands Apiary. Pay a visit there and learn all about beekeeping.
Address: Brinchang, 39000, Brinchang, Pahang
Operation Hours: 8 am – 7 pm
Tickets: Free
14. Time Tunnel Museum
(Credit: Malaysia Traveller)
Enjoy this fascinating museum that displays a horde of memorabilia, artefacts and collectables from Cameron Highlands’ old days.
Address: Beside Kok Lim Strawberry Farm, UT/MR/F-255, Jalan Sungai Burong, 39100, Brinchang, Cameron Highland, Pahang
Operation Hours: 9 am – 6 pm
Tickets: RM6 (Adult), RM4 (Children)
15. Fragrance Nursery
(Credit: cameron.com)
This nursery is one of the major suppliers of potted plants for the whole country. Currently, their nursery is only available for wholesale tropical plants and greens as well as fruits such as grapes.
Address: Batu 41, Jalan Kea Farm, Brinchang, 39100, Cameron Highland, Pahang
Operation Hours: 8 am – 6 pm
Tickets: Free
16. Brinchang Kea Farm Market
(Credit: travelwithsun)
This is a great place for you to do your shopping for fresh produce from the farmers at Cameron Highlands. From vegetables and fruits to fresh flowers, this open-air market is open every day.
Address: 43&44, Medan Argo, Kea Farm, 39100 Brinchang, Pahang
Operation Hours: 8 am – 6 pm
Tickets: Free
17. Orchid & Rose Garden
(Credit: O&R Garden / Facebook)
This is a perfect place for those who love flowers. You can also buy potted plants and some vegetables too here.
Address: 74, Green Cow, Brinchang, 39000, Brinchang, Pahang
Operation Hours: 9 am – 6 pm
Tickets: RM6 (Adult), RM4 (Children)
18. Flora Park
(Credit: @ch_flora_park / Instagram)
Remember the viral place with people posing on majestic white stairs in a bed of purple flowers? It’s this place. They offer picnic deals where you can picnic at their instagrammable spots (food not included) but you can’t directly come here by driving. There’s a pickup point where trucks will take the visitors up the bumpy hills.
Address: Jalan Besar, Tanah Rata, 39000 Tanah Rata, Pahang
Operation Hours: 9 am – 7 pm
Tickets: RM50 (Adult)
19. A’moss Farmstay
(Credit: @amoss_farmstay / Instagram)
This farm stay looks like a fantasy hobbit home near the gardens. It’s actually a glamping site for true nature lovers as you can hike and also learn all about farming here.
Address: A’moss Farmstay, Kampung Gerak Sepadu, Brinchang, 39000,  Cameron Highland, Pahang
Booking: From RM265 per night
20. The Sheep Sanctuary
(Credit: @ctjamil92 / Twitter)
Are you one of those real animal lovers? You can visit this place to pet, feed, touch and take pictures with these lovely and fluffy sheep. The entrance fee also includes a small box for you to feed the sheep.
Address: Kea Farm, Brinchang, 39100 Brinchang, Pahang
Operation Hours: 9 am – 5.30 pm
Tickets: RM8 (Adult), RM5 (Children)
There you go. Some of these places are open every day while some do have their off days. You’ll need quite a few days to visit all of these places so plan your vacation wisely.
Most importantly, have fun!
READ MORE: Cameron’s Last Unspoilt River: A Visit Worth Your While

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Mysterious Shooting Incident At TTDI Restaurant Leaves Elderly Man Injured, But No One Heard Or Saw Anything

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An elderly man at a restaurant in Taman Tun Dr. Ismail (TTDI), Kuala Lumpur sustained minor injuries after being hit by a bullet on Sunday (31 Jan).

According to a statement by Brickfields District Police Chief Assistant Commissioner Anuar Omar, while cleaning the restaurant kitchen located at Jalan Aminuddin Baki, TTDI, the elderly man felt sudden pain around his armpit area and noticed he was injured there.
After looking around, he noticed what appeared to be a bullet lying by his foot
An image claimed to be of the bullet that hit the restaurant owner. (Credit: WhatsApp)
The 69-year-old man later visited a private clinic for treatment before lodging a police report over the matter at noon the following day (1 Feb).
A mysterious crime
The case went viral on social media yesterday, with discussions held in a closed Facebook group for TTDI residents, on Twitter, and forwarded through WhatsApp.
On WhatsApp, a picture of a bullet and the man’s injuries, together with a voice note from him saying that he has since made a police report and the police are investigating the case was shared widely.
In the voice note, the man also clarified that he does not know who shot him, adding that the whole incident is “no big deal”.
TTDI residents have confirmed with TRP that the voice is a near match to a stall operator at the restaurant.
Image claimed to be of the restaurant owner’s injuries. (Credit: WhatsApp)
The case is being investigated under Section 37 of the Arms Act 1960 for causing injury with arms without a lawful excuse, and Section 307 of the Penal Code for attempted murder.
We have classified the case as attempted murder and causing injury with arms without lawful excuse.Assistant Commissioner Anuar Omar, Brickfields District Police Chief
Restaurant where the man was injured. (Credit: Twitter)
ACP Anuar has urged members of the public with information on the incident to contact by either visiting their nearest police station or calling the Brickfield police hotline (03-2297 9222) or the Kuala Lumpur police hotline (03-2115 9999).

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Muslim Couples With Marriage Permits Can Tie The Knot During MCO, Says JAIS

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Those in Selangor who have obtained their Marriage Permit (Kebenaran Berkahwin) are now allowed to walk down the aisle, according to the Selangor Islamic Religious Department (JAIS).
The decision was taken after consent was given by the state’s monarch Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah and also taking into account the current situation.
However, the Islamic governing body states that those who want to do so must adhere to Section 7 of the Islamic Family Law (State of Selangor) Enactment 2003.
Also, according to the press statement released on social media recently, besides the permit, couples would need to have a reasonable excuse and the permission of the Director of JAIS before proceeding to get married.
As for those who want to obtain their Marriage Permit during the MCO period, JAIS said they will not issue new permits for now.

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Finance Minister Urges Banks To Waive Accrued Interest During Six-Month Moratorium

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Finance Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz is now encouraging banks to consider waiving accrued interest or profit charges during the loan repayment moratorium period.
In a Facebook post, Tengku Zafrul explained that while there are many banks offering a moratorium on loans without any accrued or compounding interest, the move does not apply to all types of loans.

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Despite this, he urges all financial institutions involved in the moratorium to consider doing so, mentioning hire purchase and fixed-rate Islamic financing loans in particular.
Taking into account the fact that it is possible to do so, and upon hearing the demands of the people, I am suggesting all financial institutions, in particular those involved in this moratorium, to consider waiving accrued interest or profit for hire purchase loans and fixed-rate Islamic financing loans during the six month moratorium.Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz
He also added that his ministry has initiated proactive measures to solve this kerfuffle by engaging Bank Negara and banks to make the â€œright decision according to the needs of the peopleâ€.
His post comes after the recent issues surrounding the moratorium where Bank Negara had initially announced that the moratorium on loans would happen automatically.

However, on 30 April the central bank made a u-turn on its decision saying that hire purchase and fixed-rate Islamic financing loans required additional documentation to give the moratorium â€œlegal effectâ€.
This caused Malaysians to become confused and anxious on whether or not they would face increased interest rates for the months which had not been paid since the Prime Ministerâ€™s Economic Stimulus Package announcement.

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Sorry Rich People, Price Of RON97 Went Even Higher

RON95 petrol and diesel price remain at RM2.05 and RM2.15 respectively however the price for RON97 had been increased by 37 sen per litre, setting the retail price at RM4.31.

This was announced by the Finance Ministry in a statement today.

The ministry said that the RON95 and diesel prices are being kept at the same level even though the real market price has risen above the ceiling price level, as reflected by the new RON97 price.
“The government will continue to monitor the impact of changes in world crude oil prices and take appropriate measures to ensure that the welfare and wellbeing of the people continue to be safeguarded, the statement said,” the statement further reads.
RON95 and diesel prices had remained unchanged since 2018 when the government first implemented the Automated Pricing Mechanism (APM) formula.

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Remains Of Pregnant Mother & Mother-In-Law Found Embracing: Baling Floods Record 3 Casualties

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All three bodies of family members that were washed away by strong currents of floodwaters and debris yesterday in Kampung Iboi, Kupang, Baling have been found today, Berita Harian reported.

Two of the victims – Nurul Anis Abu Hassan, 28, who is also four-month pregnant and her mother-in-law, Salmah Mat Akib, 53, who is bedridden after suffering from a stroke – were found embracing each other under a pile of logs by the rescue team.
They were found about 100-meters away from their collapsed house at about 9.30 am this morning.
Kedah Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) director Senior Assistant Fire Commissioner Sayani Saidon said that both bodies were found without any injuries to their bodies.
“The victims are believed to have drifted before getting stuck on wood and rocks causing them to be trapped under a pile of wood.
“The rescue team saw the victim’s legs and managed to remove the first victim, followed by the second body,” he was quoted by the Malay daily.
Meanwhile, The Vibes reported that Salmah’s son, Mohd Khairul Ikhwan Nor Azman, 14, was found by the fire and rescue department at about 11.55 am today.
According to the report, Nurul Anis, who is pregnant with her first child, had just relocated to her husband’s hometown in Baling as she intended to help takes care of her bedridden mother-in-law.
It is believed that all three victims were washed away by the strong current after their house collapsed yesterday evening.
334 victims from nine villages in Baling had to be evacuated due to the flood.
Baling mud flood a natural disaster, says minister
In a related matter, the Energy and Natural Resources Minister Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan clarified that the headwater phenomenon and flash flood in Baling were not a result of logging activity in the Gunung Inas Forest Reserve area.
This, according to Takiyuddin, was confirmed by the Forestry Department of Peninsular Malaysia (JPSM).
“JPSM has investigated the matter and confirmed that the trees that were washed away are not from logging activities as they are swept along with their roots,” he was quoted by Bernama.
Takiyuddin also added that the incident was a natural disaster.
“… there may be many reasons for it to happen and that is why the ministry is very serious in taking care of biodiversity and the environment,” he said.
A video of Baling flood victims attributing the disaster to the Musang King durian plantation Gunung Inas had since gone viral on social media following the flood.
Meanwhile, an old video of a man announcing ‘the world’s biggest musang king’ plantation in Gunung Inas here had since resurfaced and made its rounds on social media.
Ni pic.twitter.com/tHIUGHEoKL— CikiQa87 (@cikiqa87) July 5, 2022
However, Kedah Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor refused to confirm whether the floods were caused by durian plantations in Gunung Inas, stating that the accumulated rainwater in the Gunung Inas channel is the main cause of the disaster.
“It has not been confirmed (either because of the durian farms). Don’t blame them.
“We need to confirm with scientific evidence, otherwise it is not fair,” he was quoted in another The Vibes report.

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Stricter Fines For SOP Breaches, MOH Proposes RM10,000 Penalty Instead Of RM1,000

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The Ministry of Health is proposing for heavier penalties to those who’ve breached Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), suggesting that the fine to be increased from RM1,000 to RM10,000.

Its Director-General, Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah said that the penalties as per Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases Act 1988 (Act 342) needs to be updated.
The Act was drafted in 1988. RM1,000 was probably reasonable then, but now we need to review that. We hope it can be pushed up to RM10,000. However, that is up to the parliamentarians (Dewan Rakyat) to decide.Health-Director General Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah via NST
He said that the proposal has been brought to Parliament but the process of amending the law will take time.
Previously, there have been calls to lower the fine to RM250 but was rejected.
Senior Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri said that this was not possible as offenders can appeal to the court for their fine to be reduced.
It is based on the judge’s discretion to reduce the compound. The court sets the maximum fine, but people can still appeal for a lower fine. Senior Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri via NST

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Malaysian football fans are filthy?

Just recently the National Stadium in Bukit Jalil was packed for the FA Cup finals match between Perak and Kedah, with the latter taking the trophy over a 1-0 victory to the thunderous roars of some 80,000 fans.
But sadly enough, looks like some football fanatics totally missed the goal when it comes to manners and public cleanliness.

(Image Credit: Make Meme)

In a posting made on Twitter, user Kar Jun shares images claimed to be the filthy aftermath of the football finals match which took place over the weekend.

Itâ€™s obvious that our Malaysian football fans donâ€™t care about the environment as much as they care about football. Thanks to their selfishness, our morning fresh air is covered with stinky smell, the running track is filled with rubbish. @SyedSaddiq pic.twitter.com/79ItYQPKoD
â€” Kar Jun (@KJun24) July 28, 2019

In it, he shares several images showing post-apocalyptic esque surroundings of the National Stadium which appeared to be littered by garbage.

(Image Credit: Twitter)

(Image Credit: Twitter)

In his tweet, Kar Jun questions the selfishness of some Malaysians and their disrespect towards the environment.

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Kar Jun also directly tagged and mentioned Youth and Sports Minister Syed Saddiq onto his posting, stressing the importance of the scene.
Netizens quick to sniff out the viral posting were also critical of the issue confessing their disappointment over the major stink that some irresponsible citizens had continually brought upon the nation since such a scene would occur at almost every event and happening in the country.

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1st world facility, 3rd world mentality. Everytime there’s a football match or event, same thing happen. Sampah buang merata-rata, parking kereta tepi jalan blocking traffic. These people are shameless idiots.
â€” Erik Tan, CSCS (@erikchtan) July 29, 2019

“First world facilities, third-world mentality. Every time there’s a football match or event, the same thing happens. Garbage gets tossed everywhere… These people are shameless idiots.”
via Twitter

The mentality of “cleaner ada, diorang la bagi bersih, diorang dibayar gaji utk buat kerja ni”. Kepala hotak. Cleanliness of the environment is everyone’s duty. 🤦🏻♂ Sad life. Dasar pemalas smua ni
â€” Joener Rodriguez Kuyong (@JoenerRodriguez) July 28, 2019

“The ‘it’s the janitor’s job’ mentality. Why take care of things when there’s someone paid to do it… Environmental cleanliness is everyone’s duty…”
 via Twitter

this gives a bad imagine to men who love football because i see people tweeting about how men who like football are unhygienic
â€” Ê• â€¢á´¥â€¢Ê” (@nisarcastic__) July 29, 2019

(Image Credit: Quick Meme)

This is our people..sibuk kondem kerajaan baru itu ini…tapi perangai dan mentaliti semua dibawah sifar..bila tegur melenting..semua nak dilayan seperti raja…ko buang taik dan berharap ada yg cuci taik ko
â€” Apizzz (@not_favourite) July 29, 2019

“That’s Malaysians for you. Busy condemning the government when their own minds are less than zero… Everyone wants to be treated like a king…”
via Twitter

Gov kena ketatkan undang2. Fine rm300 for littering. Simple as that. Bagi orang takut. Kalau dia langgar, tu masalah dia undang2 dah ada tapi taknak ikot. Buat macam Singapore. Yang baik kita ikot contoh. Negara pun makin bersih tourism akan maju hopefully. Wakeup Malaysian!
â€” Lucifer (@__AIZAT_) July 28, 2019

“The government must enforce stricter laws. Impose a RM300 fine for littering. Simple as that. If someone disobeys, that’s their problem… Follow in Singapore’s example… A cleaner country makes for better tourism. Wake up Malaysia!”
via Twitter
The Tweet which came out on July 27 had since received over 9,000 retweets and some 4,000 likes.
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(A previous version of this article wrongly stated Khairy Jamaluddin as the current Sports Minister. The error is regretted.)


Driver Encounters Road Bully On Federal Highway, Videos Show Trailer Driven Recklessly

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Road rage is never an acceptable behaviour especially since it puts not just the road rager but also other road users in danger.

Recently, Twitter user @simrath98 posted about an alleged road rage experience that he endured.
Through several dashcam videos @simrath98 pointed out that even from a distance one could see that a trailer was being driven recklessly behind him.
1) From a distance the Trailer Driver was driving very recklessly. In the video, the driver was speeding and overtaking in a very dangerous manner and almost crashing into me. He missed my car by a couple of inches as seen in the video and i honked at him like "bro wtf?" pic.twitter.com/KqWF9cuJTW— Simrath (@simrath98) May 25, 2023
In the videos posted, it can be seen that the trailer was speeding and overtaking cars in a very dangerous manner and almost crashing into @simrath98.
He said that as the trailer passed his car, he then tried to overtake it to get past him and when he was doing so, the driver came back into his lane and almost crashed into him.
@simrath98 then added that he had to honk at the driver to alert him about what he was doing which made the driver pull on his brakes and stop in the middle of the road.
He also pointed out that there was no basis for the driver to switch lanes like that as it looked like an attempt to crash into his car.
He noted that the driver then proceeded to continuously dangerously overtake the cars and cut straight into his lane, almost crashing into another car and him.
6) He overtakes dangerously and cuts straight into my lane, almost crashing into another car AND ME AGAIN, and the lorry driver just waits there and then moves after various drivers starts honking alongside me. Road bully to the MAX! pic.twitter.com/B6cdDfNVW9— Simrath (@simrath98) May 25, 2023
The Twitter user pointed out that he has also lodged a report with the Land Public Transport Commission (SPAD) and has submitted all the footage collected as evidence.
What Does Malaysian Law Say About Road Rage?
Research conducted by the Malaysian Institute of Road Safety suggests that approximately 2.4 million drivers out of the total 13.3 million registered drivers in Malaysia are characterized as being in a state of intense anger while driving, referred to as “furiously angry.”
We also found that acts of road rage can be subject to investigation and legal action under the Malaysian Penal Code.
Such incidents may fall under Section 506, which addresses criminal intimidation.
Offenders can face penalties including imprisonment for up to two years, a fine, or both.
If the threat involves causing death, grievous hurt, property destruction by fire, or an offense punishable by death or imprisonment, the consequences can be even more severe.
Furthermore, road rage incidents can also be charged under Section 427 of the Penal Code which pertains to committing mischief that results in loss or damage amounting to RM25 or more.
The prescribed punishment for such offences includes imprisonment for a term ranging from one to five years, a fine, or both.
Under the Road Transport Act 1987 (Act 333), certain behaviors associated with road rage may be considered offences, such as reckless driving, careless driving, or dangerous driving.
These offences can carry penalties such as fines, imprisonment, suspension or revocation of driving licenses, or a combination thereof, depending on the severity of the offense and any resulting harm or damage caused.
Additionally, individuals involved in road rage incidents may face charges related to assault, harassment, or other criminal offences under the Malaysian Penal Code or other relevant legislation, depending on the nature and severity of their actions.

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We’ll Be Hosting The 34th SEA Games Here In Malaysia In 2027

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Malaysia will act as host of the 2027 SEA Games, a decade after last hosting the biennial sporting event.
According to the Olympic Council of Malaysia president Tan Sri Mohamad Norza Zakaria, the SEA Games Federation (SEAGF) unanimously agreed to award Malaysia with the hosting rights.
Olympic Council of Malaysia president Tan Sri Mohamad Norza Zakaria (Credit: Bernama)
“We would like to thank the SEAGF Council for the trust and belief in OCM to host the SEA Games.
“The OCM will make an appointment to inform Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob, and Youth and Sports Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Faizal Azumu officially upon return to Malaysia,“ he said in a statement here after attending the SEAFG meeting in Hanoi, yesterday.
Malaysia had hosted the SEA Games on six occasions in the past – in 1965, 1971, 1977, 1989, 2001 and 2017.
The 2027 Games were supposedly held in Brunei before it decided to withdraw. Following the decision, OCM expressed its interest in hosting the event.
The 31st SEA Games, delayed by the Covid-19 pandemic, are currently being hosted in Hanoi until 25 May.
The next SEA Games will be held in Cambodia from 5 May to 16 May. Thailand meanwhile to host the 2025 edition.
Meanwhile, Prime Minister Ismail Sabri had pledged to ensure that the 2027 Sea Games will run smoothly.
Khabar gembira buat negara, Malaysia dipilih sebagai tuan rumah Sukan SEA 2027 ke-34. Ini merupakan kali ke-7, kita menjadi tuan rumah dan pastinya banyak persiapan perlu dilakukan untuk memastikan kelancaran temasya dwi-tahunan ini.#KeluargaMalaysia— Ismail Sabri (@IsmailSabri60) May 12, 2022
“Good news for the country, Malaysia has been chosen as the host of the 2027 SEA Games.
“This will be the seventh time we will be the host and surely a lot of preparations need to be done to ensure the smooth running of this biennial Games,” Ismail tweeted upon learning the news.

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MOE To Decide If Schools In Covid-19 Outbreak Areas Would Be Closed

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The Malaysian Education Ministry (MOE) will decide if schools would be closed in areas with Covid-19 outbreaks.

Education Minister Dr. Mohd Radzi Jidin told Parliament that discussions at the state and district level will determine the need to shut down schools in affected zones to prevent the spread of coronavirus.
This comes after the delayed reopening of some 200 schools across Sarawak following the implementation of inter-zone movement restrictions in the state, as well as the closing of five schools in Kedah after a Targeted Enhanced Movement Control Order (TEMCO) was declared in several areas amid rising Covid-19 cases.
Mohd Radzi also mentioned that the government apparently would be assessing matters on a case-by-case basis.
Additionally, the minister explained that despite the new mandatory face mask rule for public areas, there is no decision yet to make it compulsory for students to wear masks at school.
Currently, it was only recommended for students to attend school in face masks as part of official guidelines.
Schools across the country were effectively shut down during the Movement Control Order (MCO) in March and only began reopening in stages following the Recovery Movement Control Order (RMCO) in June under strict standard operating procedures (SOP).
With the government sort of admitting that efforts to make online at-home learning a “thing” had failed, what would the future be in store for our kids in a post-pandemic Malaysia?
(Read more: 2021 School Term To Start On 20 January, Says Education Minister)

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No Surprise Strikes Please, Says Health Minister But Netizens Aren’t Happy

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Health Minister Dr Zaliha Mustafa has urged public health sector workers against being involved in unannounced strikes, saying these will not help solve any problems.

In a video on TikTok, she urged them to meet her face-to-face to find proper solutions.
I actually have a very good understanding of the issue. Because I am a doctor by training, I am aware of the issue and determined to resolve it as soon as possible. But we must understand that it will take me some time to understand the issues deeper so that the best solution can be found,” and that it would take her some time.Health Minister Dr Zaliha Mustafa
This comes in the wake of a number of reports that several hospitals are experiencing staff shortages and overcrowding.
Additionally, Dr. Zaliha urged health care workers to think more “maturely.”
Insya-Allah, we can meet in person and eventually solve this problem together, and everyone will benefit from it.Health Minister Dr Zaliha Mustafa
This angered netizens on social media.
Twitter user @auntymarx said:
Framing the issue as healthcare workers needing to be ‘mature’ is a way to pit workers against each other in a patients vs healthcare workers type situation. But I hope Malaysians are more, well, mature than that.@auntymarx on Twitter
Another Twitter user @kuihsepotong said:
Typical anti-industrial action rhetoric that gets thrown around every time there is a threat of a strike. The reality is things won’t change for the better unless workers have something to threaten. And the most effective threat has always been collective action.@kuihsepotong on Twitter
Meanwhile @fayekwan_ said:
The Health Minister is urging healthcare workers not to go on strike and to think more “maturely”, amid speculations of an unannounced walkout. But they’ve been stretched to their limits for years. Will we finally see reforms for the healthcare sector?@fayekwan_ on Twitter
Meanwhile, The Star reported that a spokesman from Hartal Doktor Kontrak said they will seek a meeting with Dr Zaliha next week to discuss issues affecting them.
He said any unplanned strike by doctors will not be ethical as it may jeopardise the lives of their patients.
The spokesman, who is also a doctor, said Dr Zaliha’s political secretary had contacted them today and set 22 February tentatively for a meeting in Putrajaya.
We have yet to be given the agenda of the meeting and we are looking forward to it.Hartal Doktor Kontrak Spokesman
He also added that the unannounced strike was never planned by them to begin with.
We had not planned any strikes. If we are going to hold a strike, we will ensure that there will be a notice period given and it will be a planned event. In the last strike, we gave a one month notice and planned it in a way that patients will not be affected.Hartal Doktor Kontrak Spokesman

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5 Times Things Have Gone Wrong During SEA Games

The 30th Southeast Asian (SEA) Games have officially started in the Philippines. The host country is (not surprisingly) leading the games with the highest amount of medals achieved.
The biennial games were initially called the SEAP Games in 1959. Although many have argued that it has outlived its purpose and should be revisited, its relevance is still maintained to this day
Seeing as there have been so many problems going on with the 2019 SEA Games, letâ€™s take a look back at all the times the SEA Games have gone so well.
2005 – Hosted by the Philippines

 Photo Credit: Xin Hua Net

The secretary-general of Thailandâ€™s Olympic Committee, Jaruk Areerajakaran had made claims that the Philippines was cheating throughout the course of the SEA Games by rigging the results of the events.
This issue prompted the Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra to consider bringing up the issue during the upcoming ASEAN summit in Malaysia after the SEA Games.
The Philippines had denied such allegations.
However, in solidarity with fellow athletes, the Filipino winner of the 10,000-meter run exchanged his own gold medal for the silver medal of the Thai runner.
The vice president of the Thailand Olympic Council, Chaiyapak Sirawat then apologised on behalf of his country for the report.
2007 – Hosted by Thailand

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The Philippines has arguably one of the proudest boxing traditions, but during the 24th SEA Games, their male boxers decided to put their gloves down to protest unfair decisions involving their female teammates.
The Filipinas were on the losing end of the event as they lost all 5 rounds to Thailand.
So, two of the male Filipino fighters decided to forfeit during the opening bell and four more did so during their rounds.
A Thai newspaper stirred up more drama by shading the Filipinos in a headline that hailed every gold medal their country received as â€œunquestionably cleanâ€.
2011 – Hosted by Indonesia

 Photo Credit: Tribun Jateng Muslim

Itâ€™s pretty well-known by now that the host countries of SEA Games tend to have a leg up against their competition.
In 2011, Indonesia took this to a whole new level and introduced a sport that had never made an appearance at the SEA Games before: roller skating.
They introduced 12 roller skating events, where Indonesian athletes like Ajeng Anindya Prasalita dominated the sport. Twice. In two separate events.
The host country swooped the competition off their feet by winning all 12 gold medals for the event, prompting negative reactions from other competing countries.
2015 – Hosted by Singapore

 Photo Credit: The Star

The Malaysian football teamâ€™s Nazmi Faiz got the red card for spitting at an opponent from Timor Leste.
After already facing a two-match suspension for his red card, Nazmi accepted the consequences of his action and was sent home soon after with a 6-game ban from SEA Games.
Then Malaysian chef-de-mission Datuk Seri Norza Zakaria mentioned that such behaviour was unacceptable and everyone should exercise the highest levels of sportsmanship.
Even his coach Ong Kim Swee agreed that he could not accept this kind of behaviour as it had made things difficult for the overall team.
2017 – Hosted by Malaysia

 Photo Credit: New Straits Times

When Malaysia hosted the SEA Games, a bus carrying 30 athletes and officials from the Philippines and Thailand braked suddenly to avoid hitting a motorcycle and ended up in an accident.
Fortunately, the accident wasnâ€™t fatal. However, seven members of the Myanmar squash team were taken to the National Sports Institute clinic for treatment.
The tournament was temporarily postponed and two athletes pulled out of the competition due to whiplash.

As you can see, every country had its moments and truthfully, thatâ€™s okay!
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Bearing in mind that the SEA Games have only been going for 30 years, we still have much to learn and improve from one another.
All in all, these games are meant to ensure that each country is able to engage in a friendly and fair game to maintain diplomatic peace.
It is the time where each country puts their differences aside and come together in friendly competition insteadâ€¦.. Right?
That being said, we canâ€™t wait to see what else the 2019 SEA Games have in store for us!

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Singapore Has The Best Roads In The World, Malaysia Ranks 12th Worst

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Is Malaysia a developing or developed country?

If our road condition is anything to go by, we are certainly far from being developed.
Malaysian roads are pretty bad, according to a research report titled ‘Worst and Best Roads – US and International Ranking’ conducted by a driver education firm, Zutobi.
The study analyzed 59 countries and gave Malaysia an overall safety score of 3.32 out of 10.
The score is based on road quality, road quality improvement, road deaths, and the relative size of the road network.
Malaysia has the 12th lowest position among 59 countries with the worst roads.
Malaysia also recorded the second highest road deaths worldwide at 22.76 per 100,000 people.
KUTIP CUKAI BERATUS JUTA RINGGIT TETAPI KUALITI JALAN RAYA SEPERTI BANDAR NEGARA KETIGAPARLIMEN BATU (P115)Saya memohon jasa baik pihak berwajib terutamanya DBKL untuk membaik pulih jalan utama berhampiran Sky Awani 2, Jalan Sentul Pasar, Mukim Sentul, Kuala Lumpur dengan pic.twitter.com/XUGAVrXawj— Nur Fathiah Syazwana. Cleo. 🇲🇾 (@lxcleopatraxl) September 10, 2022
Misery Loves Company
Besides Malaysia, Kuwait is listed as the country with the worst roads in the world, followed by Costa Rica, Georgia, Panama and New Zealand.
If any consolation, Malaysians don’t need to go far to experience the best roads in the world because Singapore has the best.
The island republic outshines the rest with the highest overall road score of over 9/10.
Singapore also has the fewest road traffic deaths, 1.69 per 100,000 people
But how reliable is the research report?
It is based on the length of each country’s road network with information derived from Worlddata.info.
The research report also considered the road quality score per country with data from TheGlobalEconomy.com.
Why Invest In Road Research?
Do we need to bother about such a study?
Yes, because driving on high-quality roads provides multiple benefits, especially for travellers.
READ MORE: Road Repairs Takes Time As It’s Toll-Free, Bung Mokhtar Tells Sabahans
Optimal road condition means a more comfortable road trip and a more pleasing travel experience.
Bad road conditions can lead to an increase in accidents, which can, in turn, lead to more injuries; and, worst, fatalities.
READ MORE: “Can’t Wait Anymore!” Pahang Assemblyman Fixes Potholes Himself Twice To Prevent Future Accidents
What Makes The Quality Of Our Roads So Bad?
Roads in Malaysia are classified into two broad categories: federal roads and state Roads.
Federal roads are those declared under the Federal Roads Ordinace (1959) and maintained by the Public Works Department (JKR).
As for state roads, the construction and maintenance works are managed by the JKR of each state and funded by state governments.
In January 2021, JKR vowed to repair potholes within 24 hours.
The question is, is the quality of the roads in Malaysia so bad that almost 64,000 potholes must be patched that year?
  @jhonetz3 #foryoupage ♬ suara asli  – Jhonetz
That’s just the number that was successfully patched, roughly how many are the actual potholes on the roads in Malaysia?
It’s easy to point fingers, but as taxpayers and road users, we have the right to speak up to demand better road quality.
READ MORE: Kelantan Villagers Waited For More Than 30 Years For Gravel Road To Be Tarred
Hahahhaha bohong kuat habistu yg lando zawawi p turap jalan di negeri selangor TU apa cerita ? Paling bnyak di selangor la dia buat di Sepang,klang shah alam etc . kau tak follow fb lando ka🤭🤭 sampai tak tahu https://t.co/JxmSdobU60— ultramanbotak (@ultramanbotak1) September 29, 2022
How many are paved to standard based on the nearly 64,000 potholed road pavements?
Roads not properly paved throughout the country have caused traffic accidents daily.
What about the quality of the materials used to build the road?

Is it comparable to road standards in other developed countries?
Many questions arise, but only the federal and state governments have the answer.
The Mother Of All Election Promises
To add to the problem, road maintenance in Malaysia has been linked to politics.
Biasanya dekat2 pilihanraya ni orang sibuk baiki jalanraya tapi yg ni baru nak potong rumput. Ajak bergotong royong pulak tu. https://t.co/S8R05iTJdV— Eman Ismail (@emaneous) September 28, 2022
Critics accuse that roads are poorly built, so frequent repairs would keep politicians’ bank accounts solid and feed the contractors.
In 2018, it was alleged that proper roads in Johor were damaged to justify road repairs and block rival politicians from going on election campaigns.
The allegation was made by no less than former prime minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin.

While we cannot do anything about our road conditions immediately, at least until the election comes, a few pointers can help us stay safe in poor road conditions.
Plan Ahead
The best way to stay safe in poor road conditions is to plan how you’ll change your driving while dealing with them.
It can be as simple as planning the best route or a designated driver, especially on road trips that involve family members.
 Take time to plan the journey – even those that feel routine.
Allow A Wide Driving Berth
Always give the vehicle in front of you as much room as possible to ensure your safety and theirs.
The authorities recommend following the 3-second rule, allowing a minimum of 3 seconds of travel between our vehicle and the vehicle in front of us.
Remove Distractions
One of the easiest ways to stay safe in poor road conditions is to eliminate outside distractions that could impair your driving ability.
You should never text on your phone while driving, but in bad road conditions, it becomes even more dangerous to be distracted by your phone.
Even having the radio up too loud could distract you to the point of a mistake.
Leave the distractions for later and stay focused on driving safely.
Pull Over If Necessary
At the end of the day, no journey is worth your life.
If it’s safe to do so and you think it’s safer than continuing to drive, don’t be afraid to pull over and wait out the worst weather.
Terrible weather conditions can cause accidents to even the most cautious driver, so don’t risk it if you feel uncomfortable driving.

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Irate Khairy Lashes Out At Bung Moktar, Calls Him Enemy Of Public Health

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Former Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin did not hold back today as he lashed out at Datuk Bung Moktar Radin in an Instagram Story.

Posting a photo of the Kinabatangan parliamentarian, the former Umno man labelled Bung Moktar as the “enemy of public health”.
Not only that, he also wrote “Pakyu Mokhtar Radin. Nasib baik Sabah tak jatuh kat kamu.”
We have reason to believe Pakyu is not a term of endearment and we shall leave it to your imagination to figure out what exactly Khairy was trying to say.

Enemy of public health. Wants to oppose the law to control smoking products. Opposed it when I was minister. Still opposes it. Probably thinks smoking doesn’t cause cancer. Pakyu Mokhtar Radin. Nasib baik Sabah tak jatuh kat kamu.
Khairy Jamaluddin on Instagram
Checks on social media found that Bung Moktar, who is also Sabah Umno chief, has yet to react to Khairy’s accusations.
Prior to his “Pakyu” post, Khairy shared a screenshot of a Health Ministry statement which could have been what triggered his angry post directed at Bung Moktar.
The statement was on a toddler who was hospitalised after it was believed she had ingested or inhaled vape liquid.
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On the screenshot, Khairy commented: “Pass the smoking control bill WITH the GEG now.”
TRP has reached out to Bung Moktar for comments.
Generational End Game Bill
When he was the health minister, Khairy had championed the Control of Tobacco Product and Smoking Bill 2022 in which cigarettes and tobacco and vape products will be banned for those born from 2007.
It was dubbed the generational end game (GEG) bill. However, the tabling did not materialise prior to the parliament being dissolved last year. After a change in government following the 15th General Election (GE15), the bill has yet to be tabled in Parliament.
Where does Bung Moktar stand?
Earlier this year, Bung Moktar asked the current health minister Dr Zaliha Mustafa to prioritise equal heathcare access instead of anti-smoking initiatives.
According to Code Blue, when debating the 2023 Budget, Bung Moktar highlighted factors that made Sabah poor, and one of it was insufficient access to health care.
He asked the ministry to look at improving healthcare nationwide instead of looking at “cigarettes and all sorts of things” which he deemed as not important.
“What is important is raising the quality of health care at all levels. That’s important.
“As a minister, you should look at this as a priority; don’t be swayed by the opinions of the past minister,” he said, as reported by Code Blue.
Back in 2018, a smoking ban was imposed for the Parliament building. When a parliamentarian was issued a fine for violating the ban, Bung Moktar reacted by saying the Health Ministry was discriminating against MPs who smoke.
He told Free Malaysia Today that even the LGBT community had rights, so what about the smokers?

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Gov’t Wants More Malaysians Out Of Bankruptcy, Immediate Release For Those Who Owe Less Than RM50,000

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People who are declared bankrupt are entitled to a second chance and the government will make it easier for them to get back on their feet, according to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

In tabling the 2023 Budget in Parliament today, Anwar who is also the finance minister said that as of January, more than 260,000 bankruptcy cases have been recorded involving locals, the majority of whom are Malays who Anwar believes have the potential to contribute to the national economy.
To allow those who are bankrupt to bounce back, Anwar said that the government will amend the Insolvency Act 1967 so that bankruptcy cases can be released automatically in a short time.
He also said that small cases that owe less than RM50,000 and who meet the conditions will be released immediately starting 1 March.
With this, according to Anwar, the government aims to release 130,000 people from being bankrupt with the passing of the amendment.

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Netizens Remember Datuk VK Liew As A Strong Mover For National Reforms

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Former Law Minister and Batu Sapi Member of Parliament (MP) Datuk Liew Vui Keong, reportedly passed away from pneumonia on October 2, 2020, at the age of 60.

Born in Kota Belud, Sabah, Liew was first elected as the Sandakan MP during the 12th General Elections (GE12) in 2008, before losing his seat to Democratic Action Party (DAP) Sabah Chairman Datuk Wong Tien Fatt in 2013.
At the time, Liew was the President of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), which was part of the Barisan Nasional (BN) coalition, from 2006 to 2014.
Liew later left LDP with 200 other members after an internal power struggle within the party, to join the Sabah Heritage Party (Warisan) and served as its Chairman.
Liew was elected as the Batu Sapi MP after winning the state seat during GE14.
(Facebook/DatukVKLiew)
The minister had also served under 3 different prime ministers throughout his career. Liew was Deputy Minister of the International Trade and Industry, serving under Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi’s administration from 2008 to 2009.
He later became the Legal Affairs Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department during Datuk Seri Najib Razak’s time in power from 2009 to 2013 as well as during the Pakatan Harapan (PH) government led by Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad.
With news of his passing the public, as well as many of his political allies and rivals, take time to mourn and honour the politician’s contributions towards the nation.
Messages of condolences and respect had even earned the politician a trending spot on Malaysian cyberspace.
Liew became among the top conversation topics for Malaysians in the first few days of October 2020.(Twitter)
Liew was credited as a strong proponent for reforms, having pushed to abolish draconian laws such as the death penalty and to decriminalise attempted suicide in Malaysia.
Extremely saddened to receive news of Datuk VK Liew’s passing. He sincerely supported prison reforms; always made time to consult and engage, especially in pursuing the abolishment of the death penalty. A kind and patient soul, gone much to soon. Our deepest, deepest condolences— Nurul Izzah Anwar 🇲🇾 🌺 (@n_izzah) October 2, 2020
A huge loss for Malaysia.I was given the chance to lead on #UNDI18 because of him.He has guided & advise me on many tough situations.A truly humble man.Visited him in hospital & he was in high-spirit to serve.My condolences to the family.You'll be missed sir. https://t.co/pTgRcW0m6P— Syed Saddiq 🇲🇾🌺 (@SyedSaddiq) October 2, 2020
My sincere condolences to the family of Datuk VK Liew. VK was kind and friendly to me. He was professional and courteous in Parliament, and a strong fighter for his home state of Sabah. Rest well, VK.— Khairy Jamaluddin 🇲🇾🌺 (@Khairykj) October 2, 2020
My heartfelt condolence to the family of Datuk VK Liew who has just passed away in Kota Kinabalu. Datuk VK Liew is the MP of Batu Sapi, Sandakan. VK Liew Meninggal Dunia | Borneo Today https://t.co/9r6Ob9EWkJ— Masidi Manjun (@MasidiM) October 2, 2020
The MP also stood up for women’s rights and was critical of the Eastern Sabah Security Zone (Esszone) operations, commenting on its weaknesses and failures.
A fitting picture of the late Datuk VK Liew advocating for the Sexual Harassment Bill at Parliament last August. A man who not only stood for women's rights but worked hard to turn rhetoric to reality. We have lost a strong advocate & all of civil society mourns. May you RIP Sir. pic.twitter.com/geyVaYl27q— All Women’s Action Society (@AWAMMalaysia) October 2, 2020
As Law Minister, Liew Vui Keong ("VK") drove efforts to: make stalking a crime, abolish the mandatory death penalty, decriminalise suicide, create a law commission, create a police commission & much more. May we finish his work. Rest in peace sir, @vkliew185. pic.twitter.com/D0hl8XrQKk— Yu Ren Chung (@renchung) October 2, 2020

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[Watch] Teen Caught Vandalising Sri Rampai LRT Escalator, Netizens Unhappy With Reckless Behaviour

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A video showing vandalism done by a teenage boy has received criticism from netizens.

The video was posted by the Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) on Facebook.
Through the CCTV video, the teenager was seen deliberately pressing the stop button on an escalator at an LRT Station in Sri Rampai.

It is understood that DBKL has just repaired the escalator after its service was disrupted, but it was damaged again after the teenager’s vandalism.
According to DBKL, the emergency button on the escalator is only used in times of emergency.
If the button is used indiscriminately, it can cause damage to the escalator and eventually cause inconvenience to other users.
Netizens have criticized the teenager’s actions, which they described as troublesome.
They also questioned why the teenager’s face was blurred in the CCTV footage.
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The public had been getting frustrated that the escalators and other facilities at public transportation always seemed to be broken.
Many a time people are shocked because some of these facilities were brand new and haven’t even lasted a year or two.
Because there are so many public transportations, there would always be a high number of faults reported.
Coupled with a rise in the number of commuters, this number is expected to increase even more.
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Ini merupakan panel laluan pejalan kaki di antara LRT/MRT Pasar Seni yang retak dan pecah disebabkan perbuatan vandalisme pengguna yang tidak bertangggungjawab, malam tadi.Ingat, menjaga harta benda awam merupakan tanggungjawab kita bersama. Katakan TIDAK pada vandalisme. pic.twitter.com/UA9A0J1AoU— Ask Rapid KL (@AskRapidKL) January 14, 2021
Is Vandalism A Crime In Malaysia?
Vandalism by-laws are enforced by the various local authorities.
Offenders can be charged under Section 427 of the Penal Code for causing damage through acts of mischief.
Whoever commits mischief and thereby causes loss or damage to the amount of twenty-five ringgit or upwards, shall be punished with imprisonment for a term of not less than one year and not more than five years or with a fine or with both.
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My fave genre of gaduh gaduh malaysia is vandalism di tandas awam pic.twitter.com/aMWVqnY4vb— biskut⁷ (@biskutistired) May 15, 2022

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Heartbroken Man Who Suffered 80% Burns On The Body Has Passed Away

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A man shocked netizens when a video showed him walking out of a burning Perodua Alza with fire on his body.

According to Buzzkini, the incident took place on Wednesday, 16 February at 8.45pm along Jalan Baru Kampung Syed Omar, Bintong.
The man was rushed to Hospital Tuanku Fauziah and reportedly suffered 80% burns on the body.
The man set himself on fire because he was disappointed that his ex-girlfriend have moved on and found a new boyfriend.

The 28-year-old victim’s family have come forward and shared that he was a psychiatric patient who was still undergoing treatment.
Prior to this, he has tried to commit suicide twice in January and a few days ago but was saved by his family.
The victim’s father told the police that his son drank petrol around 8.45pm before leaving the house with his car.
He was suspicious and worried about his son’s behaviour and lodged a police report at Kangar police station.
When he reached the police station, he was informed that the police found a burnt car at the Kampung Syed Omar bridge.
He confirmed it was his son’s car when he got to the scene.
According to Sinar Harian, the victim has passed away due to the burn injuries sustained.
If you or anyone you know is facing mental health issues, please don’t be shy to seek professional help. You can contact the following numbers for support:
Malaysian Mental Health Association (MMHA)+6032780 6803  E-mail: admin@mmha.org.my Laman web: https://mmha.org.my/
BEFRIENDERS KL: +6 03 7956 8145 (24 jam),Ipoh: +6 05 547 7933 (4pm to 11pm)Penang: +6 04 281 5161 (3pm to midnight)E-Mail: sam@befrienders.org.myWebsite: https://www.befrienders.org.my/All Women’s Action Society (AWAM) @Telenita+6 03 7877 0224E-Mail: awam@awam.org.myWebsite: https://www.awam.org.my

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Water Cuts In 42 Areas In Klang, Shah Alam, Petaling District Due To Damaged Electrical Systems

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Air Selangor has announced that 42 areas within Klang, Shah Alam, and parts of Petaling will face unscheduled water disruptions.

This is due to damage to the electrical system at the Jelutong U8 Pump House in Shah Alam.
The following areas will be affected:

It is not known how long it will take for water to resume in these areas.
Further updates will be announced at a later date by Air Selangor.

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Covid-19: All-Time High Today (6 Jan) With 2,593 New Cases In Malaysia

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Malaysia recorded 2,593 daily Covid-19 cases today, 6 January 2021, the highest since the pandemic hit the country a year ago.

Selangor recorded the highest number of new cases today with 965 cases, whereby 605 infections were from existing clusters and 124 infections from new clusters – Dataran Utas Cluster, Casa Permai Cluster, Medan Jasa Cluster and Tasik Utama Cluster.
Johor comes in second with 571 cases, followed by Sabah with 405 cases.
Credit: Health Ministry
Covid-19 clusters that recorded the highest increase today are:
Seri Lanang Cluster (504) – Klang, Gombak, Kuala Selangor and PetalingBukit Pasir Cluster (283) – Muar, JohorTeratai Cluster (85) – Klang, Selangor
Four more deaths were also recorded today, bringing Malaysia’s Covid-19 death toll to 513.
Malaysia currently has 24,347active infections.
Status Terkini #COVID19, 6 Januari 2021 Kes sembuh=1,129Jumlah kes sembuh=100,578 kes Kes baharu positif=2,593 kes (2,589 tempatan, 4 import) Jumlah positif=125,438 Kes kematian=4Jumlah kes kematian=513 kes Kes dirawat di ICU=141 kes Bantuan Alat Pernafasan=67 kes pic.twitter.com/zxLlTcC4uT— KKMalaysia🇲🇾 (@KKMPutrajaya) January 6, 2021

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