Evening Edition

Following the news that stricter enforcement will be placed on drivers who use "tenonet" vehicle horns, we explore honking etiquette and what the culture of honking is like in Malaysia. Image Source: Deva Darshan, UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In conjunction with International Women's Day, we speak to the First Lady of Malaysian theatre about the collective struggle that the industry is facing, and what drives the boundless energy she puts into championing the perfoming arts. Image Source: KLPAC Facebook Page See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

China recently suspended import of Taiwan's pineapples, citing harmful bugs on the fruit that will hurt China's agriculture and environment. Taiwan has dismissed the claims, and has found an ally in Japan who said they'll buy more pineapples from the country. We look at how diplomatic and political relations can affect trade. Image Source: Fiona Smallwood, UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With International Women's Day, 33 women MPs are calling for a more gender-sensitive parliament in order to promote gender equality in Malaysia. We speak with Tam Xueh Wei from the 111 Initiative to evaluate what the government's efforts to promote gender equality and explore what it would mean to have a gender-sensitive parliament. Image Source: S.O, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Road Transport Department (JPJ) has warned bus and lorry operators against using musical horns, known as 'tenonets', or risk heavy punishment; but some have come to the defence of the drivers who use it. Shawn Tanis tells us more. Image Source: Yassine Khalfalli, UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the seventh anniversary since the disappearance of MH370, Keith Kam speaks to Grace Nathan about how the pandemic has affected the search for the plane, and whether there are significant developments. Image Source: Shahrul Azman, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tan Sri Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin announced that the government is looking to extend work-from-home facilities to encourage shared responsibilities in families and support women in the workforce. We look at what can be done for this policy to be effective with Amanda Ng. Image Source: Vlada Karpovich, PexelsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new UN report has found that nearly one-fifth of all food available to consumers gets wasted, with more than half originating from households. We speak with Firdaus Nisha Muhammad Faizal for tips on tracking and cutting down on how much food one wastes. Image Source: Laura James, PexelsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A suggestion was put forth to place the child sex offender's list under the purview of the Home Ministry, instead of the Women, Family and Community Development Ministry. We look at why this would work, and what the currents gap in the accuracy of the list. Image Source: Bill Oxford, UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A suggestion was put forth to place the child sex offender's list under the purview of the Home Ministry, instead of the Women, Family and Community Development Ministry. We look at why this would work, and what the currents gap in the accuracy of the list. Image Source: Bill Oxford, UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Ministry of Health has issued what is essentially a gag order, after public complaints emerged on social media about the Covid-19 vaccination rollout from a staffer. We discuss with Jahabar about the move and whether the government could've considered an alternative policy. Image Source: Dole777, UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As allegations emerge of non-qualified individuals trying to cut the line to get the vaccine, we talk to Dr Khor Swee Kheng about why this is harmful. Image Source: Nataliya Vaitkevich, PexelsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The only feature for now is one-on-one calls but WhatsApp said they will later expand the function to include group voice and video calls in the future. Image Source: Gabby K, PexelsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This question follows the recent judgement by the courts to hold Malaysiakini responsible for comments made by readers on its online portal. Lawyer Foong Cheng Leong helps us figure out whether individuals could also be held legally accountable. Image Source: Camilo Jimenez, UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is it about watching a pill-popping doctor, a gangster with a dubious moral compass, or an ice-cold assassin on screen, that is so deliciously engaging? In this Supercut, we discuss why “unlikelable” characters are often so memorable - and of course, share some of our favourites.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A trailer crashed into the SUKE highway construction site yesterday evening, causing its metal scafflolding to collapse onto a passing van, killing two passengers and injuring three other people. We speak with Soo Chee Yeong about the safety precautions that trailer drivers have to take, and what might have led to this accident. Image Source: Christian Chen, UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As borders remain closed, thousands of families in the country continue to struggle to get domestic help during the pandemic. We speak to the Malaysian Association of Employment Agencies about this predicament, how the Immigration Department has responded to the situation and whether help is on the way. Image source: UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A recent viral video showed the father of a Standard One student sharing his frustrations over the quality of a RM1.50 packet of instant noodles that was sold at his daughter's school canteen. We look at the conversations this video sparked, from the question of nutrition in school food, to calls for investigations into canteen operators for profiteering. Image source: UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A recent viral video showed the father of a Standard One student sharing his frustrations over the quality of a RM1.50 packet of instant noodles that was sold at his daughter's school canteen. We look at the conversations this video sparked, from the question of nutrition in school food, to calls for investigations into canteen operators for profiteering. Image source: UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A global survey by Ipsos found that more people felt lonelier during the pandemic- although conversely, it found that Malaysians felt less lonely during this time. We go through the findings and discuss ways of coping with feelings of loneliness and social isolation. Image Source: UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Prime Minister launched a ten-year blueprint for national unity recently, but experts are skeptical about how effective it will be, given that Perikatan Nasional has been espousing Malay unity instead. We speak with Badrul Hisham Ismail for his thoughts. Image Source: Thilipen Rave Kumar, PexelsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A study by Experian Information Services found that youth between the ages of 22 and 28 have seen worsened credit scores in 2020. We speak with Nirmala Supramaniam for some insights on the financial challenges that the youth are facing, and talk about ways to improve debt management. Image Source: Karolina Grabowska, PexelsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While a few bad apples have cast a negative light on the police force recently, many officers are still trying their best to do a good job and serve the society. One such officer is ACP Nik Ezanee Mohd Faisal, who's been in the spotlight for his ""One Good Deed a Day"" initiative. We speak with him to find out more. Image Source: Polis Daerah Petaling Jaya Facebook PageSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TNB has announced plans to install 1.5 million smart meters in Klang Valley and Malacca. How will they benefit users? Sabrina Magdalene tells us more. Image Source: Pixabay, PexelsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After decades of spelling the name of the flat rice noodle in myriad ways, Malaysians will now have an official spelling to abide by - ""kuetiau"", as ruled by Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka. We get Uthaya Sankar SB's thoughts on standardising the spelling of words that are borrowed across languages. Image Source: YSK1, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Belgian cinema group Kinepolis has rolled out a popcorn delivery service to stay afloat. We find out more from Sabrina Magdalene, who tells us about how cinemas around the world are adapting to the pandemic. Image Source: Julien Andrieux, UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Warisan has sent a letter to force Sebatik ADUN Hassan Amir Gani to vacate his seat, after the assemblyman announced his resignation from the party last week. The president of the party, Datuk Seri Shafie Apdal, said that the resignation letter had been signed by the ADUN prior to the state election, in which he had pledged to remain loyal to Warisan if he won the seat. Are anti-defection agreements within parties legally enforceable? We speak with Thomas Fann for his thoughts. Image Source: Aaron Lee, UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cinemas have yet to reopen as more and more industries resume operations during MCO 2.0 which is said to possibly affect the Malaysian film industry. We speak to filmmaker, Tony Pietra Arjuna, to hear his thoughts. Image Source: Thomas William, UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Association of Private Hospitals Malaysia (APHM) has submitted a proposal to the government, asking for approval to procure and administer the vaccines to those able to pay for it, in order to speed up the process of achieving herd immunity. We get Nadiah Wan's thoughts on the debates around this issue. Image Source: National Cancer Institute of U.S., UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is it like to receive the Covid-19 vaccine? And what are the preparations that you need to make beforehand? We speak with Dr. Michael Wong, a frontliner who received his first dose today about his experience. Image Source: Hakan Nural, UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A US District Judge described Google's Incognito mode as a "ruse", raising questions about how much data the tech giant is collecting from its private browsing mode. We speak with Suaran Singh for his thoughts. Image Source: Christian Wiediger, UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Follwing the Federal Court's ruling that the Selangor Syariah law on "unnatural sex" is unconstitutional, Law Minister Takiyuddin Hassan said that there should be no further challenges to state Shariah laws, in order to upkeep social harmony and national unity. But is it important for the rakyat to be able to challenge our laws? We speak with Fahri Azzat for his thoughts. Image Source: Wesley Tingey, UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Federal Court ruled recently that former Penang chief minister Lim Guan Eng was entitled to sue Perkasa for defamation, over remarks about an official trip that he made to Singapore. But is it right for public officials to file defamation suits? Ding Jo-Ann and New Sin Yew think that it's not, in an op-ed on Malaysiakini. We speak with them to find out more. Image Source: zmpixes, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

EPF declared its 2020 dividends over the weekend, with 5.2% for conventional accounts and 4.9% for Simpanan Shariah. Sabrina Magdalene tells us more, and then discusses the take-up rate of the i-Lestari and i-Sinar initiatives that help users access their savings. Image Source: Ismail Sadiron Pictures, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tebrau MP Steven Choong and Julau MP Larry Sng confirmed yesterday their departure from PKR to support Muhyiddin, citing the need to priotise the benefit of their constituents. We look at the repercussions of this with Dr Firdausi Suffian. Image Source: Magic Orb Studio, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With live audio content platforms like Clubhouse and Twitter Space gaining popularity worldwide, we take a look at the challenges around moderating content for hate speech, misinformation and harrassment. Image Source: Josh Rose, UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Starting from March 11th, people who violate the MCO risk acquiring stricter penalties of up to RM10k for an individual offence. We speak to Zaid Malek for his thoughts on whether this is an effective way to combat SOP disobedience. Image Source: Hairul Nizam, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why are elections so expensive? A report by Tindak Malaysia lays out the rationale behind election spending, and how Malaysia can better improve election expenditure by being transparent on its actual costs, and legislating public facilities like schools to be used as polling stations. Image Source: Muadzam Shah, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

India seems to be in the lead of vaccine diplomacy, as the country leverages on its ability to mass manufacture Covid-19 vaccines and then delivering them to other countries facing delays in vaccine arrival. Shawn Tanis gives us some insight. Image Source: Hakan Nural, UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trump's presidency has affected the value of his properties, causing investors to consider them worthless until his name is taken off. How does human branding affect the way people view businesses? We speak to VJ Anand to gain some insights. Image Source: NeONBRAND, UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Umno has been given the ultimatum to decide if it would contest for GE15 under the Perikatan Nasional coalition, amidst a deepening divide in leadership and opinion among Umno members. Dr Shamsul Amri weighs in with his insights. Image Source: Aisyaqilumaranas, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Federal Court ruled Section 28 of the Syariah Criminal Offences (Selangor) Enactment 1995 unconstitutional and invalid, on the ground that such offences fall under the jurisdiction of federal law, and not state law. We speak with Lim Wei Jiet to unpack this development. Image Source: Raymond Vong Photography, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Many Malaysians are calling for loan moratorium extensions as financial struggles continue during MCO 2.0. But will financial institutions be able to afford it? We explore the feasibility of an extension and look at other ways the government has been providing financial assistance with Laurence Todd. Image Source: Bari Abikar, UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Parking touts - protecting your car, or earning money illegally? Shawn Tanis talks to us about the increasing phenomena of parking touts, and how they affect a particular area's image and business. Image Source: James Dorevski, UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A global survey has shown that more Malaysians are more likely to have lost weight compared to other countries during the pandemic. We speak to Prakash Ravindran about whether the stay-at-home order has helped Malaysians pick up healthier habits. Image Source: Photo Mix, PixabaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Developed for remote workers who do not like to work in isolation, Focusmate allows you to link with other remote workers globally to work in silence for 50 minutes. Would you want a Focusmate? Shawn Tanis shares the details. Image Source: XPS, UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Istana Negara released a statement today, saying that Parliament can convene at a date deemed suitable on the advice of Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin. Dr Bridget Welsh gives us her analysis. Image Source: Migel, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Immigration Department deported 1,086 Myanmar citizens yesterday, despite a stay order from the KL High Court to halt the deportation just hours before. We speak with Katrina Jorene Maliamauv about what happens next. Image Source: Seita, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What role do public figures play in the nation's Covid-19 vaccination plan? This comes as Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin received Malaysia's first vaccine jab, an event that was televised nationwide. We speak with Dr Mahaletchumy Arujanan for her thoughts. Image Source: NCI, UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PSM and Misi Solidariti are crowdfunding RM30,000 to help the Orang Asli community in Pahang file an affidavit to permanently block land encroachment. We speak to Sivarajan Arumugam for some insights into this case. Image Source: Shane McLendon, UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.