Evening Edition

We try to understand the ever-shifting dynamics and loyalties in Sabah state politics with Dr Bridget Welsh.Image credit: Mohd KhairilX/ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A tweet on how people hand money over to customer service and cashiers has drawn plenty of responses from the Twitterverse, with some sharing their own experiences, and some being skeptical that we're really that rude. We get into it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's discussion on Twitter revolves around ministers being on time for events, or rather the lack of this happening. We get into it.Image source: Nikita Savostikov, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Extreme creator" Angela Nikolau and her partner have caught flak for illegally climbing the Merdeka 118 tower. Was it a harmless stunt or are there larger questions around security and the wanton pursuit of social media attention? We explore.Image source: Angela Nikolau, TwitterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malaysians are rejoicing after Transport Minister Anthony Loke announced that "a big change" will be introduced to road tax stickers this year. We get into it.Image source: Augustine Bin Jumat ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Government SMS broadcasts have been a hot topic lately, with recent messages being lambasted for praising the government. In response to this, Deputy Communications and Digital Minister, Teo Nie Ching has said that the ministry will review the SOP for its systems. We discuss how we can fully utilise this system better, and whether it actually has value.Image source: Tero Vesalainen, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A tweet has questioned the long drive to work that people experience every day, and whether it's reasonable. We get into it.Image source: Aisyaqilumaranas, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A three minute video of beachgoers in bikinis at a beach on Pulau Besar has been making the rounds on social media. This has prompted a response from Che Sukri Che Mat, chief of the Melaka Islamic Religious Affairs Department (JAIM), who said that they were planning to put up signboards, to remind tourists to dress modestly, and not partake in activities that are considered culturally sensitive. We get into this.Image source: Fabiophototravel, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

China's borders are reopening soon and this is happening shortly after they reopened their economy and saw a surge in Covid-19 cases. There have been some responses to ban inbound China travellers, while some have said that this is irresponsible. We discuss what this means for us, and whether health checks for all tourists coming in should be made mandatory.Image source: NAUFAL ZAQUAN, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A rant on how hard it is to navigate shopping malls has turned into a full-on conversation about shopping mall layouts, where people talk about the best and the worst of malls in the Klang Valley. We get into it.Image source: Noppasin Wongchum, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A recent opinion piece in The Guardian has highlighted the phenomenon of replacing real conversations with online communications, like texting. We discuss whether this form of communication do more harm than good, with a psychologist.Image source: 123rf.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What skills are you hoping to learn in 2023? We look into tweets and replies to a question that asks just that.Image source: kenchiro168, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Starting 2023, it will be compulsory for workers at F&B outlets in Selangor to wear face masks. How much would wearing a mask help in ensuring hygiene and safety in food preparation? We find out.Image source: Ummi Hassian, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A tweet illustrating the differences between bad, good and great bosses, all measured by how well they encourage employees to take time off from work, has been circulating on Twitter. People discuss the importance of taking time off, and how companies can vet for their employees to do this more often. We get into it.Image source: Brian A Jackson, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry plans to introduce a programme named 'Rezeki Suri', which will allow housewives to sell 11 basic necessities direct from the suppliers. What's needed to ensure this initiative succeeds and how helpful will it be in the long term? We explore.Image source: Tatyana Blinova, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

According to a CodeBlue report, seriously sick non-Covid patients have had to wait at the emergency and trauma department Red Zone for an average of two to three days, sometimes going up to six days for admission into scarce critical care beds. The Health Minister has announced that they are drawing up plans to resolve this issue. We discuss what's needed.Image source: Tang Yan Song, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A meet up between our current Youth and Sports minister Hannah Yeoh and Khairy Jamaluddin, who formerly held this position, is getting some attention from the Twitterverse. We dive into it.Image source: Hannah Yeoh, TwitterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The holidays are here, and lots of us have made plans to travel and spend time with our family. However, reports of heavy rain and flooding continue to come in nationwide. We discuss how to plan and stay safe during this time.Image source: Nadma Malaysia, FacebookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former health minister Khairy Jamaluddin has said that starting 2025, it would be made compulsory for government buildings and public facilities to install automated external defibrillators (AED) at their premises. Early stages of this project involve installing AEDs nationwide, alongside existing CPR training. We find out more with a first aid instructor.Image source: Matej Kastelic, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New York Magazine has recently published an article on how nepotism runs rampant in every corner of Hollywood, and people on Twitter are sharing their thoughts on this. We discuss what it means to use family connections to get a job, and the kind of impact it has.Image source: Vulture, TwitterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first parliament sitting under Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is done and dusted, with a new Speaker and Deputy Speakers, a vote of confidence having passed and also, a lot of heated words exchanged between MPs. We discuss what this might indicate about the trajectory of the new government.Image source: Parlimen Malaysia, FacebookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People on Twitter share what they've done for their mental health, during their darkest moments. We look into it.Image source: 123rf.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today is the second and last day of the special parliamentary sitting, the MPs passed the mini budget, and discussed a wide range of topics including good behaviour in parliament, the creation of 50,000 contract jobs for young people as well as casual attire dress codes. There was also a moment of Shakespearean prose.Image source: Anwar Ibrahim, FacebookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s special sitting of the Dewan Rakyat, the MPs voted for a new Dewan Speaker and the debate for Anwar's vote of confidence began, amid some heated exchanges.Image source: Uwe Aranas, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2023 is just around the corner, which is usually the time of year when we start taking stock of our lives, and of course, our finances - especially if you're just starting out in your career or financial journey. We discuss how to build a solid financial foundation in 2023 and how insurance plays a vital role - particularly for young people - with Hugo Khaw, an AIA Life Planner.To find out more: please visit: https://www.aia.com.my/en/total-wealth-solution.htmlSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Parliament will commence for a special two day sitting next week, which will involve a motion of confidence for Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, the election of a Dewan Speaker and the tabling of a mini-budget to approve government spending on civil servants’ emoluments. We discuss what the anticipation of all this.Image source: Friko Keiro, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Henry Cavill has announced that he will not be returning to play Superman, after announcing that he would return, back in October. We look at people's reaction to this news.Image source: VarietySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been announced that all political appointees will be let go, with immediate effect. We discuss whether all political appointments are made in bad faith, how crucial these terminations are in the overall quest for insitutional reform and whether this move poses a political risk for Prime Minister Datuk Sri Anwar Ibrahim.Image source: 123rf.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Elon Musk was invited to Dave Chappelle's comedy show, where the audience greeted him with boos and videos of this have been circulating social media ever since. We look at what people on Twitter have been saying.Image source: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former cyptocurrency billionaire Sam Bankman-Fried has been arrested for fraud by the Bahamian authorities, and is being touted as the 'one of the biggest financial frauds in America.' We discuss his arrest, the reputation he holds in the crypto world, and how it all ties into the narrative surrounding his crypto empire.Image source: Poetra.RH, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're reaching the end of 2022, so it's time for resolutions, growth and being better! We discuss what Twitter has to say about life lessons they've learned from the past year.Image source: 123rf.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The new Home Ministry Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution has been criticised by CSOs for their denial that there has been mistreatment of detainees at the Kimanis Immigration depot. We unpack his response, and how it would impact migrants, refugees and issues of their rights in the country.Image source: Saifuddin Nasution Ismail, FacebookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Due to the increase of shoplot rentals, some operators have taken to running their businesses from home instead. We look at the pros and cons of it all.Image credit: 123rf.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do you network and have you got tips for others? We look at what people on Twitter are saying.Image source: Werner Pfennig, PexelsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Four Sabah Bersatu MPs have announced their departure from the party. We discuss what this means.Image source: Parti Pribumi BERSATU Malaysia, FacebookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do you feel about being asked to swap seats on a plane? We look at responses online after a Twitter user complained about a fellow passenger on a flight not wanting to switch places with him.Image source: Markus Winkler, PexelsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With a new government in place, we look at what the most urgent needs are when it comes to the Orang Asli community.Image source: Shahjehan, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A group photo of Prime Minister Dato' Seri Anwar Ibrahim's Cabinet looking noticeably unencumbered by neckties, has made the rounds. What tone does this gesture set and is there a deeper message that they're trying to convey? We get into it.Image source: Fadillah Yusof, TwitterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Perikatan Nasional saw a landslide victory in Padang Serai and a narrow loss in Tioman as the two constituencies headed to the polls yesterday. We mull over the outcome and what it spells for the future of our political landscape.Image source: NRien, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TIME Magazine has named our very own Michelle Yeoh as their Icon of The Year. She has earned Oscar buzz for her latest starring role in Everything Everywhere All At Once (which she quite literally is).Image source: TIME, WebsiteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Indonesia has passed a new criminal code, including sex outside of marriage, cohabitation, and criminalizing insults towards the President and state institutions. We talk about whether this is a political move, or a sign of growing conservatism.Image source: Kindel Media, PexelsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim replied to a tweet of someone calling him 'papa', which he full-on rejected. It raises the question regarding this newly-found Malaysian culture of paternalizing our PMs. Should it be encouraged?Image source: Anwar Ibrahim, TwitterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On his first day in office, Transport Minister Anthony Loke went incognito during peak travel time to spot check Kelana Jaya's LRT line. We get into the significance of the minister's efforts to experience the daily struggle of commuters, and what outcomes we hope to see from his observations.Image source: Anthony Loke Siew Fook, FacebookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Merriam-Webster chose 'gaslighting' as their 2022 Word of The Year, saying it had a 1740% increase in lookups for the past year, but is it really a new word? Are they making it up? They were probably imagining it...Image source: Merriam-Webster, WebsiteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Terengganu has passed four new Syariah law amendments, involving witchcraft, out-of-wedlock pregnancy, sodomy and gender expressions. These amendments have been panned by various human rights groups, who cited harmful effects it would have on women, young people and minority groups. We spoke to a Syariah lawyer on this.Image source: FHPhoto, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cabinet members have finally been announced by Prime Minister Dato' Seri Anwar Ibrahim. To get some first impressions, we spoke to Dr Bridget Welsh, Honorary Research Associate from the University of Nottingham, Malaysia.Image source: Dato' Seri Anwar Ibrahim, FacebookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cottagecore. Goblincore. Pumpkin spice. Angst. Nostalgic nights. Top 5 artists and your most loved songs. The time of the year for Spotify to gift people with Spotify Wrapped is upon us! We talk about what your music tastes might say about you, as well as what it means to share snippets of your personality online.Image source: cottonbro studio, PexelsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Period poverty continues to be a big issue in Malaysia. As a way to combat this, Selangor is going to introduce a free sanitary pad programme, as part of the state budget for next year. Will this work? What kind of lessons can other states learn from this? We look into it. Image source: Karolina Grabowska, PexelsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

According to a tweet, more young people are less inclined to not buy cars, even when they can afford it. We get into it.Image source: Patcharanan, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has said that approvals for government procurements can no longer be conducted without tenders. We look into the impact of this.Image source: Dato' Seri Anwar Ibrahim, FacebookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.