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TELLING IT AS IT IS Good move to save page Reaping physical, page

in voluntary EPF 2 emotional benefits 4
scheme: MEF chief of plant-based diet

ON MONDAY MARCH 7, 2022 FRENCH BACKING ...

No. 7979 PP 2644/12/2012 (031195) www.thesundaily.my Members of the ‘Manif Pour
Tous’ (Demonstration For All)
Job group assembled in front of
the Eiffel Tower with a
Ukrainian flag displayed on
the ground during a rally to
protest surrogacy practices
and show support for women
in Ukraine amid the Russian
invasion. – REUTERSPIX

hopping
unlikely

oEconomists believe ‘Great
Resignation’ unlikely in Malaysia due
to current economic situation

█ BY SHIVANI SUPRAMANI turnover rate among employees is the
AND SURAYA ALI uncertainty the pandemic poses for
[email protected] the economy and the high
unemployment rate, which stands at
PETALING JAYA: The 4.7% with 746,200 unemployed in the
possibility of a “Great third quarter of 2021.
Resignation” happening in
Malaysia is remote, two “Employees thinking of leaving
experts told theSun. their company would have to
consider whether the new job would
Malaysian Employers Federation be any more secure than their
president Datuk Dr Syed Hussain present one. Employees’ families may
Syed Husman said the main factor not be ready to take chances for
that would contribute to a lower
change in view of
the current volatile
situation and the
potential of new
variants of Covid-
19,” he said.

Srithren Krishnan, who heads the “With requirements to return to “As the UCSI poll showed, there
human resource department at the office, employees may be will be some resignations, which is a
international events solutions reluctant to return to previous work normal trend. The market is still an
consultant firm Arena Middle East arrangements. Some may resign to employers market as the number of
and Asia, agreed that Malaysia would seek job opportunities that offer unemployed people is large. The
not experience such an exodus of remote working or other flexible demand to be employed is greater
employees. arrangements, or go into the than the positions available.”
freelancing or gig sector.” Should there be a Great
“We have not recovered from Resignation, Srithren said Malaysia
Covid-19, with the rising numbers of He said working from home has would be impacted by a lack of
new cases daily,” he said. given time for employees to think qualified candidates to be hired.
further about what they actually want “Since 2020, many expatriates
They were commenting on a in life – a working career or being an have left the country, leaving a big
recent survey by the UCSI Poll entrepreneur. gap in technical expertise. The
Research Centre on the possibility of resignations will be through
a Great Resignation happening in “Many digital platforms have been employers pinching staff within the
Malaysia. launched to offer the opportunity to industry.
earn an income from home. The “We need more expansion and
The poll covered 820 individuals, government has facilitated this and new investments coming into the
with 60% of respondents agreeing allowed many to open start-up country in order for us to
that Malaysia would experience a businesses around their homes. With stay healthy. In general,
wave of job exits, and 40% government grants and funding for Malaysian employers Turn to
disagreeing. the self-employed, some have taken would suffer if a Great
this route,” Syed Hussain added. Resignation takes —
Syed Hussain noted that during
the imposition of the lockdown, Srithren said some organisations page 5
many companies implemented may put their expansion plans on
work-from-home policies and hold due to the present uncertainty. place,” he added.
flexible work arrangements.

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Efforts to locate MEF: Good idea to save

MH370 not
abandoned, says

in EPF voluntary schemetransport minister

KUALA LUMPUR: Transport Minister o With high annual dividends offered as a norm, option budgets.”
Datuk Seri Wee Ka Siong said the Malaysian would boost savings for retirement Malaysian Trades Union Congress acting
government has not abandoned its efforts
to locate Malaysia Airlines (MAS) Flight █ BY SHIVANI SUPRAMANI Members should have at least RM240,000 in president Mohd Effendy Abdul Ghani lauded
MH370. their EPF savings account when they reach the voluntary savings scheme, especially for
[email protected] retirement age.” those not mandated by law to contribute to EPF.
He said the country is keen to study all
new and credible information to identify PETALING JAYA: With the Employees Syed Hussain said it was also estimated that “Malaysia is expected to achieve an ‘aged
the location of the plane. Provident Fund (EPF) paying good dividends only 27% of members aged between 18 and 55 nation’ status by 2030, when it is expected that
consistently, perhaps it is time for people to have sufficient savings. 15.3% of the total population will be aged 60
Tomorrow marks the eighth year since consider saving in the EPF Voluntary and above.
the aircraft vanished without a trace, Contribution scheme. “It is important that the issue of inadequate
leaving many questions unanswered on savings for retirement be addressed urgently.” “To get immediate medical treatment, we
what happened to the ill-fated plane, Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF) may need to go to a private hospital because we
leaving passengers’ family members in president Datuk Dr Syed Hussain Syed Husman He added that under the EPF Voluntary have to wait our turn at government hospitals,
limbo. said people should consider the option for Contribution scheme, a member must and this is where we can rely on an old-age
retirement. contribute at least RM5 a month or RM60 a savings fund.”
“We just need credible and actionable year, and contributions can be made at any
evidence to act on before we can mount “This will ensure that they have enough time, according to individual financial Mohd Effendy advised those who had
an expedition that we are certain could savings in EPF to see them through old age. It capability. withdrawn their savings via the i-Sinar and
yield results,” he said yesterday. was revealed recently that only 3% of i-Citra initiatives to strive to increase their
contributors could afford retirement as He said contributors may make withdrawals contributions when their monthly income
His recorded speech was delivered in Covid-related withdrawals over the past two and receive dividends on their savings. increases.
conjunction with the eighth anniversary years have had a massive impact on
of the aircraft’s disappearance. contributors’ savings,” he told theSun. “Malaysians working overseas, the “There are many advantages to retiring later
self-employed, business owners and and making voluntary contributions.”
On the evening of March 8, 2014, He said the pandemic-related withdrawals, commission agents may pay any amount up to
MH370, with 239 people on board, left namely i-Sinar, i-Lestari and i-Citra resulted in RM60,000 a year. He cited the high dividend of 6.1% for
the KL International Airport for Beijing. critically-low levels of savings for those below Conventional Savings and 5.65% for Shariah
age 55, and it is estimated that 54% of EPF “Other initiatives to consider are i-Suri, Savings declared for 2021.
The plane vanished from radar members aged 54 and above would have less i-Saraan, a soon-to-be-introduced insurance
screens about two hours after its than RM50,000 upon retirement. scheme for chronic illnesses and death, free “EPF dividends are between 5% and 6%,
departure. financial planning and savings consultation based on previous years. This can be
“EPF has about 15.1 million members, of through the Retirement Advisory Service, and categorised as a type of passive income.”
Following that, massive search whom about 7.6 million are active contributors. the Belanjawanku programme, that
operations were mounted, involving helps guide members to plan their monthly Mohd Effendy said in addition,
several countries. contributions to EPF are tax exempt, and the
maximum contribution is RM60,000 per year.
The searches were conducted in the
southern Indian Ocean, but neither the He also advised pensioners to seriously
aircraft nor its wreckage was found. consider saving in the EPF Voluntary
– Bernama Contribution scheme.

Muda vacates operations centre over trespass claims SOP on masks
relaxed for speakers
JOHOR BARU: The Malaysian United Flags and banners of parties contesting in the state election line a street in Kampung Muhibbah, Paloh. at ceramah
Democratic Alliance (Muda) party has – BERNAMAPIX
vacated a premises meant for PONTIAN: The Health Ministry has
entrepreneurs, which was used as the police station regarding malicious acts that Pejuang Tanah Air), Loh Kah Yong recommended to the Election Commission
party’s operations centre for the Johor she claimed were done to her campaign (Perikatan Nasional) and Steven Choong (EC) to allow the flexibility of not having to wear
polls. materials on Monday and Saturday. Shiau Yoon (Parti Bangsa Malaysia). face masks when giving ceramah during the
campaign period in the Johor state election.
The move follows an order by PIJ Five other candidates are vying for the Muda is making its debut in the polls,
Holdings Sdn Bhd over allegations of Puteri Wangsa seat, namely Adzrin Adam vying for seven seats, namely Tenang, Bukit However, Health Minister Khairy
trespass and unauthorised use of assets. (Independent), Ng Yew Aik (Barisan Kepong, Parit Raja, Machap, Puteri Wangsa, Jamaluddin said the relaxation on the wearing
Nasional), Dr Khairil Anwar Razali (Parti Larkin and Bukit Permai. – Bernama of face masks would only be allowed with
Muda secretary-general Amira Aisya Abd compliance to other standard operating
Aziz said it was to enable the party to procedures (SOP), including physical
continue to focus on the campaign and distancing.
reach out to voters, especially in the Puteri
Wangsa state constituency. “I have discussed the matter with the
ministry’s Disease Control Division and we
“We do not want to complicate matters. I found that if there is suitable physical
instructed my friends on Saturday to distancing, only the speaker who is giving the
quickly find a new operations room,” she talk is allowed to remove his face mask.”
told reporters after a walk-about in Felda
Ulu Tebrau, Ulu Tiram. “The recommendation has been submitted
to the EC,” he said after visiting Serkat Health
Also present was Muda president and Clinic in Kukup yesterday.
Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abd Rahman.
He was asked whether the existing SOP for
Amira Aisya, who is contesting the Puteri campaign activities would be relaxed,
Wangsa seat, said she would claim the considering many people had been
deposit that had been paid after the election compounded for breaching the guidelines.
is over.
Based on the EC’s SOP, ceramah, lectures
PIJ Holdings, through its subsidiary PIJ and campaign activities can now be held up to
Property Development Sdn Bhd, was midnight, from 10pm previously.
reported to have lodged a police report
against Muda on Friday for trespassing and Apart from the extension of campaign time,
using assets without permission at the the EC has allowed physical campaigning
Entrepreneur Incubator site at Taman activities to be organised at or in the compound
Perbadanan Islam in Stulang Baru. of party headquarters and operation rooms.

It instructed the party to immediately However, the number of attendees,
vacate the premises. including organisers, speakers and
participants, must not exceed 100, or 50% of
The state government-linked company space capacity, and everyone is required to
said the premises were developed for observe physical distancing and wear masks.
entrepreneurs to start their businesses and – Bernama
was not intended as an operations centre
for any political party.

Amira Aisya said the party had lodged
two police reports at the Bandar Datuk Onn

Do not forget us after being elected: Orang Asli

PAGOH: “Whoever is elected, community merely wanted its rights, Customary land should not require government had provided customary land applications in the
don’t forget us Orang Asli.” especially those relating to any applications. Only the Orang Asli them, while non-governmental area, but there had been no decision
customary land, to be preserved. Development Department is organisations had assisted with other made by any authority.
This is the request Ayu Enn, an required to monitor it, and bring the necessities.
Orang Asli village chief, wants to He said there were long-standing relevant agencies and gazette the “I urge elected representatives
convey to the new administration issues pertaining to customary land land.” Amer bin Sidan, 57, in concurring from all winning parties to
that will be formed after the Johor matters, along with unfulfilled with Ayu, expressed disappointment remember us after the polls.
state election. promises, although various Ayu added that there were no that their requests on customary Whichever party wins, do not make
applications had been made. issues relating to basic facilities, land have yet to be fulfilled. the Orang Asli suffer this way. Aren’t
Ayu, 52, the Tok Batin of the including water, electricity, we also part of Keluarga Malaysia?”
Orang Asli village of Kampung “We sincerely hope the relevant education and health facilities, as the He said the previous Tok Batin he said. – Bernama
Sentosa in Lenga, said his agencies can resolve this issue. had also requested for approval of

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Fresh calls to make consent is no longer an issue, there is “Being traumatised is a
marital rape a crime no rape,” he said. predominant experience that we see
among the few cases that we
o Marriage cert not a licence to sexually abuse someone with “As marital rape is not an offence, received. How symptoms manifest
impunity, say NGO and crimimal lawyer married women remain vulnerable, would depend on the victim’s
unprotected and deprived of the experience, and they can include
BYSHIVANI SUPRAMANI sexual intercourse with a woman Additionally, Dinesh added that equal protection of law accorded to flashbacks, shock, sleep problem,
[email protected] against her will or without her Section 375A of the Penal Code also unmarried women,” he added. and mental health conditions such as
PETALING JAYA: A marriage consent, Dinesh noted that sexual makes it a crime for a man to cause anxiety, depression and post-
certificate is not a licence to “legally” intercourse with a woman is also rape hurt or fear of death or hurt to a All Women’s Action Society traumatic stress disorder,” she said.
rape someone, and as such the when her consent is obtained by woman in order to have sexual information and communications
government should make marital putting her in fear of death or hurt. intercourse with her and shall be officer Jernell Tan said despite Women’s Aid Organisation deputy
rape a criminal offence, say women’s punished with imprisonment, which international recognition of marital executive director Yu Ren Chung said
groups and a criminal lawyer. “Or when she is unable to may extend to five years. rape as a criminal offence and calls by the exception in Section 375 needs to
understand the nature and the Committee on the Elimination of be deleted.
“The act of rape is rape regardless consequences of what she is “Other than that, consent seems Discrimination against Women since
of marital status,” criminal lawyer consenting to; or when her consent is irrelevant, especially if the exception 2006 for Putrajaya to criminalise “This is really about domestic
Dinesh Muthal told theSun. obtained by using a position of in Section 375 is read that. The marital rape, the government has violence – where sexual abuse is part
authority, a professional relationship, exception notes that sexual remained reluctant to do so. and parcel of abusive conduct. The
“A marriage certificate shall be a or other relationship of trust,” he said. intercourse by a man with his own problem with the current status of the
form of legal recognition for couples wife by a marriage which is valid She added unlike punishment for law – exempting husbands from the
to be married only and as a form of “Marital rape applies the similar under any written law for the time rape, which is up to 20 years of offence of rape – is that firstly the
protection of the marriage.” context but happens within the being in force, or is recognised in imprisonment, punishment under punishment for Section 375A is much
vicinity of a marriage. Unfortunately, Malaysia as valid, is not rape. Hence, Section 375A is only up to five years of lower than rape, secondly rape can
While our laws define rape under the exception under Section 375 does consent is no longer an issue. When imprisonment, which may not be a still occur in absence of hurt or fear of
Section 375 of the Penal Code as not criminalise marital rape,” he said. sufficient deterrent for perpetrators. hurt, and thirdly it sends the wrong
message to society – that husbands
“Marital rape is a form of sexual are somehow entitled to their wives’
abuse in domestic violence. Research bodies,” he said.
in 2014 by Universiti Sains Malaysia
substantiates this – 11% of ever- Marital rape is a crime in more
partnered women survivors of than 50 countries, including the
domestic violence, or approximately United States, Australia, Nepal, South
100,000 Malaysian women, Africa and Singapore.
experienced ‘forced sex’ as a form of
abuse,” she noted. For example, in Singapore, those
found guilty of marital rape are liable
Tan added that victims of marital to a 20-year sentence and will also be
rape suffer long-term and severe liable to whipping or a fine.
consequences.

Govt ready to extend Malaysian Family Sales programme Contact embassy
on banking issues
MARANG: The government is in Russia
prepared to extend the Jualan
Keluarga Malaysia (Malaysian KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian
Family Sales) programme that is students in the Russian Federation
supposed to end this month, said facing difficulties with regard to
Deputy Domestic Trade and banking and financial transactions or
Consumer Affairs Minister Datuk in need of consular assistance should
Rosol Wahid. contact the Malaysian embassy in
Moscow.
However, he said the extension is The Foreign Ministry (Wisma
subject to the agreement of Putra) in a statement yesterday said
participants from the retail sector, this in view of the reported difficulties
such as suppliers and supermarkets, relating to banking and financial
to continue working with the transactions from Malaysia to
government on the programme. students’ bank accounts with certain
banks in the Russian Federation
While visiting one of the following the disruption of electronic
programme sites in Dataran Masjid funds transfer (EFT) services.
Mak Kemas yesterday, he said there It is reported that the disruption to
have been suggestions for an the EFT services are due to the
extension due to encouraging sanctions imposed on Russia in
response from the public. relation to the ongoing Russia-
Ukraine conflict.
He added that since the The long queue at a payment counter at the Malaysia Family Sales at the Desa Community Centre in Bandar Al-Muktafi “Malaysian students still facing
programme started in December, Bilal Shah, Dungun, is testament to the popularity of the programme. – BERNAMAPIX such EFT disruption or in need of
there were locations where the sales consular assistance should contact
figures reached almost RM500,000 to provide assistance to traders and we’ll give him a new stove.” Department. the embassy through
over two days. retailers affected by the recent On claims being spread on social “My advice is to immediately [email protected] and
floods in Terengganu and Kelantan hotlines
On another matter, Rosol said to help ease their burden. media that calamari rings with a report to the ministry should there (+79067461333/+79651222746/+790
the ministry has designated a lorry halal logo on its packaging is a by- be doubts about a food item by 35666101/+79035048666).
that would be used as a “mobile “I went to Tapah (in Hulu product of pork, Rosol said the providing the exact location where it “The ministry also advises all
supermarket” to offer basic Terengganu) on Saturday and there matter is being investigated by the is sold, and we will immediately go Malaysians in the Russian Federation
necessities at cheaper prices to was a trader in need of a stove. So, Malaysian Islamic Development there to conduct checks.” – Bernama who have yet to register with the
consumers.

“We will take this ‘mart’ truck
from one place to another. The first
will be Johor, maybe next week.”

Rosol also said the ministry plans

Jelebu hit by Formulate new policy on TVET, says PM embassy to do so at the earliest
flash floods opportunity,” the statement read.
There are currently 861
SEREMBAN: Almost 40 houses in Malaysians in Russia, comprising 784
Kampung Simpang Durian, PONTIAN: Prime Minister Datuk prime minister said students “Hence, parents should not feel students and 33 expatriates. The
Kampung Mentaus and Kampung Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob has should be given the option to inferior when their children study embassy itself has 44 home-based
Jerang in Jelebu near here were hit proposed that the Higher choose subjects in the field at an in vocational schools and TVET staff comprising diplomatic and
by flash floods following heavy rain Education Ministry (MoHE) earlier stage. institutions because our tagline is technical staff and their dependents.
on Saturday night. formulate a new policy on ‘TVET menjadi pilihan pertama On the 45-second video clip
technical and vocational education “In developed countries, TVET untuk kerjaya’ (TVET is the first allegedly posted by a group of
Malaysian Civil Defence Force and training (TVET). education commenced at the choice for a career),” he said. Malaysian students still trapped in a
(MCDF) Negri Sembilan director Lt- beginning of the children’s locality in Ukraine, the ministry said
Col (PA) Mohd Syukri Md Nor said He said MoHE and related education, but it is different here He also expressed his inquiries indicated the video does not
heavy rain for two hours caused agencies need to rebrand the where TVET is taught to students confidence that every skilled belong to a group of Malaysians.
water from Sungai Triang, Juntai, to stream to eliminate the perception after Form Three, that is, starting worker produced by TVET will be However, any Malaysian/s still
spill its banks and caused flooding that TVET is second-class with Form Four and above, only able to provide a concrete remaining in Ukraine and require
in the low-lying areas. education or irrelevant. then students can make a choice. paradigm shift, as well as able to consular assistance should contact
create their own jobs. the embassy of Malaysia in Warsaw,
However, the situation was not “Many parents have a negative “Hence, we propose that MoHE Poland through the embassy’s email
serious with no evacuation involved perception of TVET and consider formulate a new policy on TVET so “The proof is that the [email protected] and hotlines
and the flood water receded by this stream as second class or think that students can choose the marketability rate of TVET +48223759930/+48226174413 and
about 7am yesterday, he told it focuses on dropouts only. subjects they want to pursue from graduates in 2020 is 87%, which is 24-hour line +48660627360.
Bernama. Form One,” he said. more than the marketability rate of “The Ministry will continue to
“However, in countries such as graduates at the national level, at monitor the latest developments and
He said some 50 personnel from Germany and France, this On the opportunity for TVET 84.4%. will be in close contact with
MCDF, the fire and rescue education stream is the main certificate holders to go for further registered Malaysians in that region
department and the police were choice (of study),” he said in his studies, Ismail Sabri said: “Today, “Specifically, the marketability to ensure the well-being of our
moblised to the affected areas to speech at the launch of Kolej there are several universities in the rate of community college people are well attended to,” the
monitor the situation. Komuniti@Pontian at Muafakat country that accept students’ graduates in the same year was statement added. – Bernama
Complex Sungai Pinggan vocational certificates and TVET 94.2%. This is the highest among
yesterday. training certificates as entry the public skills training institutes
requirements. we have in Malaysia.” – Bernama
Elaborating on his proposal, the

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Healing benefits of plant-based diet

█ BY EMILY JESSINTA o Apart from weight control and better sleep, first and taper it later. It is done on a more “craveable”.
[email protected] practice may also aid in diabetes remission and case-by-case basis,” she said. “Taste buds and the body take
PETALING JAYA: Shifting from meat reversal of chronic conditions
to a plant-based diet can be a little Plant Based Health Alliance some time to adjust and become
tricky, but the results can be amazing. Once the transition phase is over, It could also help with prevention, nutritionist Oo Yi Qian said the term more sensitive to natural tastes. Some
most achieve better mood and sleep, control and possibly reversal of most “plant-based diet” is used in many may experience some withdrawal
Some transition symptoms are mental clarity and more energy. chronic conditions, Latchana added. ways, but it usually means getting the symptoms from things like sugar.
inevitable as the body must adapt to majority of one’s calories from plant Also, your digestive system needs
the physical, mental and emotional Latchana said it is common to feel Among other benefits are better foods. This can range from flexitarian time to adapt to a fibre-rich diet, so
changes. hungrier as plant-based foods are blood sugar control (in some cases (predominantly plant-based with some people may experience
lower in calories despite their larger diabetes remission), blood pressure some meat and seafood like in a bloating,” Oo added.
“They include bloating, stomach portions. control, normalised cholesterol Mediterranean diet) to vegan (no
aches, diarrhoea or constipation,” levels, reversal of fatty liver, eczema animal products). “Plant-based meals are low in
said Dr Latchana Thangarajo, a “That is the beauty of plant-based improvement and better calories, so you may need to eat more
partner at Plant Based Health diets. You can eat until you are full, management of certain autoimmune “A whole-food, plant-based diet and more often.”
Alliance. not starve yourself or feel restrictive diseases. consists of grains, beans, legumes,
and still achieve long term fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds In Stage 2 (adaptation), the body
“Our gut is a muscle too and needs sustainable health benefits. Keep in “Many participants have reversed while limiting processed foods such and taste buds start getting used to
‘training’ to adapt, just like our other mind that this is a plant-based diet their condition without requiring as salt, sugar and oil, and avoiding all the healthy and nutritious plant-
muscles. Most participants usually with low SOS (sugar, oil, salt). medication, and those on medication kinds of animal products, including based foods. The taste buds become
get better after few days. have cut down and some even meat, seafood, dairy and eggs.” more sensitive and the individual
“Common benefits include weight stopped just by changing their diet starts to enjoy natural tastes without
“Withdrawal symptoms from loss, better bowel movement, more and lifestyle. “When a person changes from a unhealthy additions.
foods that we usually crave (salty, oily energy and better sleep. Different conventional diet to a whole food
and sugary foods) are also considered people react differently, so it is best to “However, do not adjust or stop plant-based diet, they often “In Stage 3 (thriving), the body
mental and emotional barriers. speak to a doctor or nutritionist if you medications by yourself without experience different stages starts to thrive. You can see and feel
However, it is important to keep your are planning to make a switch to consulting a doctor. In some cases, depending on their starting point.” the health results. Check your scale
eye on the goal to achieve better make sure you are doing it right.” we may need to start medications and do a blood test. Many people see
health, looking for healthier Stage 1 (transition) is where whole improvements in weight, cholesterol,
substitutes, focusing on progress and food plant-based diets feature natural blood pressure and blood sugar.
not perfection, and not feeling too spices and flavours without added oil, Many also feel energised and even
restricted or stressed.” salt and sugar that are included report how their skin starts to ‘glow,’”
in many foods to make them she added.

More than one HEALTHY FOOD ... Workers Sinovac vaccine
million children preparing the main ingredient option for
vaccinated to produce soybean patties at children
a processing facility in Bukit
KUALA LUMPUR: A total of Gambir, Johor. – BERNAMAPIX PUTRAJAYA: Children aged five to 11
1,003,227 children aged between five will be offered the CoronaVac vaccine
and 11 (28.3% of the age group) have produced by Sinovac if parents object
received the first dose of the Covid-19 to them receiving the Comirnaty
vaccine under the National Covid-19 vaccine due to growing concerns over
Immunisation Programme for mRNA vaccines.
Children (PICKids) as of Saturday.
Deputy Health Minister Datuk Dr
The CovidNOW website showed Noor Azmi Ghazali said from today,
14,984,241 adults (63.7% of the the Health Ministry would start
population) have received a booster offering the CoronaVac vaccine for
dose and 22,927,098 (97.4%) have free but only at selected centres.
completed their vaccination, while
23,203,753 (98.6%) have received at He said parents were now given
least one dose of the vaccine. the option to have their children
receive the vaccine if they do not
A total of 2,830,746 (91%) of agree to the Comirnaty vaccine.
adolescents between 12 and 17 have
completed their vaccination, while He added that parents could seek
2,930,978 (94.2%) have received at further clarification from health staff
least one dose. A total of 68,081 doses on duty at the vaccination centres.
were administered on Saturday, with
29,714 as first doses, 903 as second “The CoronaVac vaccine can only
shots and 37,464 as boosters, with the be given to children who have
total doses given nationwide at reached the age of five. To obtain
67,672,349. complete vaccination status, two
doses, with an interval of four weeks,
A total of 67 Covid deaths were must be given.”
recorded on Saturday, with Selangor
having 14, followed by 12 in Kedah, 10 Noor Azmi also said parents could
in Johor, eight in Perak, seven in check the operating hours and list of
Sabah and four cases each in Malacca centres that offer CoronaVac on a
and Perlis. Pahang and Kelantan each walk-in basis on the ministry and
recorded three deaths, while Negri PHCorp websites announced earlier.
Sembilan and Penang registered one
each. – Bernama In addition, parents who register
their children via the MySejahtera
Business spike expected with Thai border reopening app will receive a link to book
vaccination appointments.
PADANG BESAR: Local traders at the opportunity and do not take the border, foreign tourists will come foreign traders returning to operate
the border town of Padang Besar easy way by leasing out their and this would help to boost their businesses here. He added that the CoronaVac
have been advised to seize the business premises to foreigners.” economic and tourism activities in vaccines were being offered at
opportunities available with the Perlis,” he added. “If that happens, the local traders centres operated by the ministry and
reopening of the Malaysia-Thai He said during the closure of would lose out,” he added. PHCorp under the National
border soon. borders since March 2020 with the He also said the state Children’s Covid-19 Immunisation
implementation of the movement government, through the local Sharing his concern was As Programme (PICKids).
Perlis Hawkers and Petty Traders control order (MCO), the Padang government authorities, were Ismail Hashim, the manager of the
Committee chairman Azizan Besar and Wang Kelian towns were monitoring the situation in Padang Padang Waremart business arcade. He added that private clinics and
Sulaiman said the reopening of the paralysed as economic activities Besar to prevent unlicensed traders hospitals also offered the CoronaVac
border was anticipated by many came to a halt, only beginning to from setting up stalls in the area in He said before the MCO, Thai vaccine for a fee.
quarters, especially the business recover during the post-MCO period anticipation of a rise in business. traders were able to operate in
community, as it would render a last year. Padang Besar because some local On March 3, the government
positive impact on the country’s Shop owner Rozi Mustafa, 56, traders leased their stalls to them. approved the use of CoronaVac
economic recovery. “After the government withdrew said when the MCO was vaccine for children aged five to 11,
the MCO and gave an assurance that implemented, a “whitening” process “Now, the stalls are all occupied making it the second vaccine
He said most importantly, it there would be no more MCO, was conducted to ensure only local by locals as traders from Thailand approved for the group.
would revive economic activities in economic activities in Padang Besar licensed traders had stalls at the could not enter the country. But
border towns such as Padang Besar recovered when it became the focus business arcade. when the border reopens, they may Noor Azmi said the Comirnaty
and Wang Kelian. of domestic tourists. come back. Some local traders may vaccine for children was approved on
“However, with the reopening of lease their stalls to them for quick Jan 6 to ensure optimal protection
“I hope our local traders will seize “With the reopening of the the border, there is a possibility of profit. Measures have to be taken to against infection.
stop this,” he added. – Bernama
The vaccine is being given priority
in PICKids, including for children at
high risk or have comorbidities such
as low immunity or are immuno-
compromised or obese, have chronic
lung or heart disease, among others.
– Bernama

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Move to improve police force

KUALA LUMPUR: Police will o Bukit Aman to actively conduct integrity negative activities, including drug officers and personnel to stay away
conduct integrity testing to evaluate testing to ascertain compliance level of abuse, corruption, gambling, vice from corruption, not out of fear of
the compliance level of its officers personnel and eliminate opportunities and any breach of the code of the legal action and regulations, but
and personnel working in the field, forinvolvement innegativeactivities conduct. because of self-awareness.”
especially involving assignments to
combat corruption. officers, apart from increasing control system, which was Azri said in line with the efforts, The department will continue to
public confidence in the police introduced in 1979,” he told the department will monitor the work with the Malaysian Anti-
Bukit Aman department of force. Bernama. implementation of the system to Corruption Commission to design a
integrity and standards compliance ensure that every member of the capital development training
director Datuk Azri Ahmad said the “In our efforst to eliminate The system is a regulatory and police force do not engage in module (integrity), especially for
integrity tests include observation, corruption, the department will also supervisory instrument to monitor negative activities. trainees undergoing basic police
monitoring and police officers going enhance its discipline and drug lifestyle, property ownership and training.
undercover as civilians. “Efforts to tackle corruption
involve strengthening the integrity Azri said the department also
“The implementation of the of police personnel through emphasised on courses, in-service
integrity testing helps in eliminating development, prevention and training as well as continuous
opportunities for corruption to rehabilitation. spiritual programmes for every level
occur among police personnel and of the police force.
“The deparment wants police

Probe on alleged
outdoor concert

IPOH: Police are investigating a video
featuring a large crowd believed to be
participating in an open-air concert at the
Sultan Azlan Shah Roundabout in Bandar
Meru Raya, that was widely shared on
social media yesterday.

Perak police chief Datuk Mior
Faridalathrash Wahid said they received a
report on the 27-second video, posted on
the “Viral Perak” Facebook page.

“Preliminary investigations found that
the organisers did not apply for a permit
from the Perak National Security Council
and the Ipoh district police headquarters.

“The organisers and attendees were also
found to have failed to comply with the
standard operating procedures for physical
distancing, and some were not wearing
face masks,” he said in a statement
yesterday.

Police are tracking down the owner of
the TikTok@acik_kesepian account, who is
believed to be behind the video, and other
individuals, to assist in investigations.

Mior Faridalathrash urged the public
with any information related to the
incident to contact senior investigating
officer ASP Fadli Ahmad at 019-250 0019.

The same TikTok account holder also
posted several other videos showing
people dancing and singing in an open
area, without physical distancing.
– Bernama

BRIEFS COPS TO INVESTIGATE PAPER PROOF ... Foreign workers showing their documents to Immigration officers during a raid at a factory in Senai Industrial Park in Johor on Saturday
VIDEO OF PARTYING GROUP night. – BERNAMAPIX

JOHOR BARU: Police will conduct an ‘Firms should fully implement WFH’ Student duped of
investigation into a video of a group of RM42,500 in scam
individuals partying at a concert in Ayer “We cannot stop people from He said the economies of countries
Itam near Batu Pahat recently. Johor resigning, it’s a natural growth process around the world have been affected, KUANTAN: A public university student claimed
police chief Datuk Kamarul Zaman in every developing country. So, the From but the Malaysian economy has been to have lost RM42,500, that was allegedly used to
Mamat said the investigation was to only way to reduce the impact would exacerbated by the “battle of buy video game currency advertised on
identify the organiser and those be for employers to change the work front perception”, political instability and Instagram.
involved in the concert. However, he page
said police have not received any Pahang commercial crime investigation
reports regarding the event. “Definitely, culture and be more flexible in allowing competition from neighbouring department chief Supt Mohd Wazir Mohd Yusof
there was no standard operating employees to have a second job. countries, especially Indonesia and said the 22-year-old victim claimed he
procedures compliance,” he said “Working from the office is no longer the Singapore, which are increasingly showing contacted the owner of an Instagram account
yesterday. Police will investigate the culture, employers should fully implement the positive developments in attracting foreign last Friday after he found that the currency he
incident under the Prevention And work-from-home practice. Now is a critical direct investors. sold was at a lower price compared with other
Control of Infectious Disease Act 1988 time to develop a new approach for survival.” Mohd Rafizi, who is also Malaysian online shopping platforms.
(Act 342), he added. In the 52-second However, senior deputy registrar at ILD Institute of Human Resource Management
video, a group of men and women UiTM Mohd Rafizi Rahmad said the possibility vice-president I, said the local labour market “The victim claimed the price offered was
were seen dancing to music being of a Great Resignation may be real, given the has been affected, especially in sectors that are only RM600 for 38,400 currencies, and he
performed by a band and not adhering current volatility of the economy. highly dependent on the domestic market. transferred the money into an account provided
to social distancing rules. – Bernama by the man on the same day.
Drug distribution syndicate crippled
FIREARMS VITAL FOR RTD “However, the victim claimed that the man
OFFICERS FACING THREATS JOHOR BARU: Police have crippled a drug He added that records showed both men asked for more money before it could be
distribution syndicate with the arrest of two were involved in drug and criminal cases. credited into the victim’s video game account,”
BACHOK: A total of 345 firearms are local men in the Larkin area on March 3. Mohd Wazir said in a statement here yesterday.
being used by Road Transport Kamarul Zaman also said his team would
Department (RTD) officers nationwide, Johor police chief Datuk Kamarul Zaman track down other individuals suspected to be He added that after the victim transferred
said its director-general Datuk Zailani Mamat said his team also seized 1.7kg of involved in the syndicate, adding that both RM1,705, the man continued to ask for more
Hashim. He said the use of firearms was Ecstasy pills, 1.35kg of Ecstasy powder, 1.1kg of men were being remanded for six days. payments. The victim then used his mother’s
important when facing threats from ketamine and 7kg of Erimin 5 pills, worth a savings.
irresponsible parties. “RTD staff, total of RM746,890. On fraud syndicate cases, Kamarul Zaman
especially those in enforcement, face said 631 reports have been lodged in the state The victim’s mother, who is a government
threats and the use of firearms is “It is believed the modus operandi of the since January, that involved 579 victims, with retiree, had earlier given her online banking
important to give confidence to its syndicate, that has been operating since losses of RM120 million. password to the victim to manage his personal
officers and personnel. “Although only November last year, is to use a handphone payment transactions.
officers are allowed to carry weapons, it shop to store drugs for the local market. We are He said among the cases were those
will give confidence to others who are investigating to find the source of the drug involving non-existent loans, with losses “The victim realised he had been cheated
carrying out their duties,“ he said supply,” he said yesterday. totalling RM1 million, and Macau scams, with after making 10 online transactions into three
yesterday. – Bernama losses totalling RM5.1 million. – Bernama different accounts since Friday,” he said.

The victim then lodged a report at the Jaya
Gading police station on Saturday. – Bernama

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Russian shops to
limit food sales

MOSCOW: Retailers in Russia will limit A Ukrainian
sales of essential foodstuffs to limit serviceman
black market speculation and ensure standing near
affordability, the government said captured Russian
yesterday, as sanctions imposed over tanks, one painted
Moscow’s military incursion into in the colour of the
Ukraine began to bite. Ukrainian national
flag and the other
The Trade and Industry Ministry marked with the
over the weekend said there had been letter ‘Z’ in the
cases where essential foodstuffs had north of Kharkiv
been purchased “in a volume clearly region last week.
larger than necessary for private – REUTERSPIX/
consumption (up to several tons) for IRINA RYBAKOVA/
subsequent resale”. PRESS SERVICE OF
THE UKRAINIAN
Trade organisations representing GROUND FORCES/
retailers had proposed retailers be HANDOUT
allowed to limit the volume of specific
goods sold to individuals at any one Besieged city tries again
time, the ministry’s statement said. to evacuate civilians

“The Ministry of Industry and Trade oMayor of Mariupol says Russians opportunity to count the wounded and injuries, WHO Director-General
and the Ministry of Agriculture ‘won’t even let us count those killed’ and the killed because the shelling Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus
supported the initiative of trade does not stop.” tweeted, but gave no details.
organisations,” the release said, noting “Attacks on healthcare facilities or
that the organisations themselves Russia has repeatedly denied workers breach medical neutrality
would work out the policy. targetting civilian areas. and are violations of international
KYIV: Authorities in Mariupol were Moscow called the campaign it humanitarian law,” he said.
Essential goods, whose prices are seeking to evacuate some residents started on Feb 24 a “special military Elsewhere in Ukraine, police Ukrainians continued to spill into
subject to state controls, include bread, yesterday under a new ceasefire operation” and said it has no plans to reported Russian shelling and air Poland, Romania, Slovakia and
rice, flour, eggs and selected meats and plan for the encircled Ukrainian city, occupy Ukraine, which was once part raids in the northeast Kharkiv region. elsewhere.
dairy products, among others. as the United Nations said Europe of the Soviet Union under Moscow’s United Nations High
faced its fastest growing refugee sway but which has now turned West, Moscow said it had struck and Commissioner for Refugees Filippo
Moscow has been hit with aBRIEFS crisis since World War II. seeking membership in Nato and the disabled Starokostiantyniv air base in Grandi said 1.5 million people had
damaging package of financial and European Union. west Ukraine using high-precision fled in the fastest growing refugee
cultural penalties by Western countries With Russia’s assault on Ukraine in weapons. crisis in Europe since World War II.
since the Kremlin initiated what it has its 11th day, the Mariupol city council Moscow and Kyiv traded blame His agency has said the number
called “a special military operation” in said its evacuation plan would run over the collapse of an earlier Ukrainian President Volodymyr could hit four million by July.
neighbouring Ukraine on Feb 24. from noon (6pm yesterday in ceasefire on Saturday to allow Zelenskiy said Russia was preparing “We don’t want to leave Ukraine,
Malaysia) to 9pm. civilians to flee Mariupol and another to bombard another southern city, we love it,” Zaporizhzhia Central
The central bank in recent days has southern city, Volnovakha. Odessa. Christian Orphanage director Olha
taken unprecedented measures, It was not immediately possible to Kucher said, speaking in the western
including capital controls, to shore up verify if the evacuation had begun “They’re destroying us,” Mariupol “Rockets against Odessa? This will city of Lviv as she evacuated children.
the struggling economy and the ruble. from the coastal city, which has faced Mayor Vadym Boychenko told be a war crime,” he said in a televised “But unfortunately, we must
heavy bombardment for days, Reuters in a video call, describing the address. leave.”– Reuters
The tanking ruble has revived trapping residents without heat, plight of the city of 400,000.
unpleasant memories of financial power and water. The World Health Organisation
instability of the 1990s, when millions of “They will not even give us an (WHO) said there had been several
Russians saw their savings evaporate attacks on Ukrainian healthcare
under the effect of a devaluating facilities during the conflict.
currency and soaring inflation. – AFP
The attacks caused multiple deaths
ALBANIA RENAMES
STREET‘FREE UKRAINE’ 1,015 detained at anti-war protests in Russia

TIRANA: Albania will rename a MOSCOW: More than 1,000 people independently verify the The Interior Ministry warned on unsanctioned public event. We
street in its capital where the were detained at protests yesterday information or reach spokesmen Saturday that any attempt to hold demand you disperse.”
Russian and Ukrainian embassies in 29 cities across Russia against for Russia’s Interior Ministry. unauthorised protests would be
are located as “Free Ukraine” to President Vladimir Putin’s invasion prevented and the organisers held Reuters was not able to
honour Ukraine’s resistance to of Ukraine, according to an “The screws are being fully to account. independently verify the post.
the war, the mayor said yesterday. independent Russian-based protest tightened. Essentially, we are
Since Russia invaded Ukraine, monitor. witnessing military censorship,” A video posted on social media Russian state-controlled media
Nato member Albania has joined OVD-Info’s spokesman Maria showed a protester on a square in was largely silent about the anti-war
other European countries in The OVD-Info protest Kuznetsova told Reuters by the far eastern city of Khabarovsk protests.
introducing economic sanctions. monitoring group said 1,015 people telephone from Georgia’s capital shouting “no to war, how are you
“Our generation will be marked were detained at protests across Tbilisi. not ashamed” before two Russia’s RIA news agency
by this bloody Russian Siberia and Russia’s far east. policemen detained him. showed footage of what appeared to
aggression, and the heroic “We are seeing rather big be supporters of the Kremlin
resistance of Ukraine should be Opposition activists posted protests today even in Siberian Police used loudspeakers to tell a driving along the embankment in
remembered in our public videos showing protests and arrests cities where we only rarely saw such small group of protesters in Moscow with Russian flags and
places,” said Tirana Mayor Erion in cities across Russia. numbers of arrests,” Kuznetsova Khabarovsk: “Respected citizens, displaying the “Z” and “V”
Veliaj. The street was previously said. you are taking part in an markings used by Russian forces on
named after Donika Kastrioti, the Reuters was not able to tanks in Ukraine. – Reuters
wife of Albania’s national hero
Skanderbeg. Veliaj said the new US ‘working actively’ on Polish fighter jet deal
name would be a reminder to CHISINAU: Secretary of State Kyiv’s defences against the Russian of the war has spiralled and hundreds planes that his pilots are trained to fly.
Russian embassy staff. “The Antony Blinken said yesterday the invasion,” he said. of civilians were reportedly killed. Zelensky had addressed US
Russians will have to work, live United States was “working actively”
and get their mail on a Free on a deal with Poland to supply “We are looking actively now at Weapons, ammunition and funds lawmakers by video call on Saturday,
Ukraine street address.” – Reuters Ukraine with jets. the question of airplanes that Poland have poured into Ukraine from pleading for further funding and an
may provide to Ukraine and looking Western allies. embargo on Russian oil imports.
AMERICAN OFFICIALS “Can’t speak to a timeline but I can at how we might be able to backfill
TRAVEL TO VENEZUELA just say we’re looking at it very, very should Poland decide to supply those “We are working with the Poles on The Journal’s report cited two
actively,” he said during a visit to planes.” this issue and consulting with the rest people on the call, who said Zelensky
CARACAS: Senior US officials Moldova. of our Nato allies,” a White House requested fighter jets after senate
travelled to Venezuela on Multiple US news agencies official was quoted as saying in reports minority leader Mitch McConnell
Saturday to meet the Blinken said the US was “in very reported on Saturday that officials by Wall Street Journal and NBC. asked him what he needed most.
government of Nicolas Maduro, active conversation with Ukrainian told them of the possible deal, in
with Washington seeking to officials to get an up-to-the-minute which Poland would send Soviet-era Kyiv has urged the West to boost It said US officials mentioned a
isolate Moscow, The New York assessment of their needs”. aircraft to Ukraine in return for military assistance to the besieged number of challenging practical
Times reported. Russia’s invasion American F-16 fighter jets. country, including warplanes, with questions, including getting the
of Ukraine has pushed the US to “As we get that assessment, we are President Volodymyr Zelensky planes to Ukraine, and that the deal
pay closer attention to President working on seeing what we and allies Since Russia invaded 10 days ago, pleading for Eastern European would require White House approval
Vladimir Putin’s allies in Latin and partners can deliver” to bolster the economic and humanitarian toll neighbours to provide Russian-made and congressional action. – AFP
America, the paper said, citing
anonymous sources. The US cut
diplomatic ties with Venezuela
after Maduro was re-elected in
2018 in a vote widely considered
fraudulent. The Times said the
visit by White House officials is
also linked to America’s alleged
interest in replacing part of the oil
it currently buys from Russia with
oil from Venezuela. – AFP

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HK residents urged not to panic BRIEFS CHINESE CITY REPORTS
OMICRON OUTBREAK
HONG KONG: The city reported o Supermarket shelves stripped bare The former British colony has
31,008 new Covid-19 cases and 153 ahead of mass testing for Covid-19 had more than 470,000 Covid-19 BEIJING: The Chinese port city of
deaths yesterday as its chief infections. Qingdao reported 88 new
secretary said residents should not supermarket shelves were stripped United States and United Kingdom. coronavirus cases on Saturday, all
worry about a looming mass testing for a seventh consecutive day, with The government has repeatedly Most of the roughly 1,800 deaths of them of the Omicron variant,
scheme, with details to be anxious residents stocking up on have been in the past two weeks, fuelling China’s highest number of
announced and authorities ensuring products left on shelves from tofu tried to reassure residents after many of them unvaccinated elderly daily locally transmitted cases so
a steady supply of food. and soy sauce to frozen vegetables. widespread chaos last week due to residents as infections have spread far this year. China recorded 329
authorities’ mixed messaging over in hundreds of nursing homes. new coronavirus cases on the
Hong Kong is clinging to a As infections and deaths hit whether a city-wide lockdown mainland on Saturday, 175 of
“dynamic zero” coronavirus strategy record highs, Hong Kong has would take place and the almost The surge in infections has them locally transmitted, the
as a massive spike in infections implemented its most draconian daily tweaking of Covid rules. crippled manpower in the National Health Commission said
pushed hospitals, isolation centres restrictions, with restrictions healthcare system, for public yesterday, compared with 102
and funeral parlours beyond on public gatherings of more than While Chief Executive Carrie Lam transport, mall operators as well as local cases a day earlier. The
capacity. two people, most venues closed has said the city will not have a postal services, supermarkets and Qingdao outbreak was mainly
and flights banned into the city full-blown lockdown during the pharmacies. among middle school students in
Health experts said 15% of the from countries including the mass testing, residents remain Laixi county, the Qingdao
global financial hub’s 7.4 million unnerved about what to expect. Many restaurants and stores have Municipal Health Commission
residents are already infected. been shuttered with main districts said. Laixi county will implement a
eerily quiet and few residents out in second round of mass testing
The comments by Chief Secretary typically busy neighbourhoods. today, a Qingdao official said at a
John Lee on his blog, came as – Reuters news conference yesterday,
adding that there was no major
risk of further outbreak. – Reuters

EXTREME SPORT ... A rider pulling a GREECE SEIZES SEVEN
skier off of a jump during the 74th MILLION CIGARETTES
annual Leadville Ski Joring competition
in the US state of Colorado on Saturday. ATHENS: Greek authorities have
Ski joring, which has its origins as a seized more than seven million
competitive sport in Scandinavia, has cigarettes being smuggled to
been adapted over the years to include European Union countries and the
a team made up of a rider and skier who United Kingdom, according to the
must navigate jumps, slalom gates and Shipping Ministry. The ministry
the spearing of rings for points. – AFPPIX said on Saturday that officials of
the Central Port Authority of
Igoumenitsa in western Greece
arrested a 64-year-old from an
unnamed foreign country on
charges of smuggling. The
authorities who seized his
refrigerator truck on Friday found
7,198,200 cigarettes hidden in
more than 5,000 containers of
yoghurt. The sum of evaded
custom duties and taxes for the
confiscated goods amount to
more than €1.5 million (RM6.7
million). “The confiscated quantity
of smuggled cigarettes was to be
distributed on the illegal markets
of the European Union and the
United Kingdom”, the ministry
said in a statement. – AFP

North Korea claims new test of ‘satellite’ component Six killed in
US tornado
PYONGYANG: North Korea carried North Korea is under biting Aerospace Development a new president on Wednesday –
out “another important test” towards international sanctions for its Administration (Nada) and the was a ballistic missile launch. WASHINGTON: Four adults and two
the development of a nuclear weapons programmes, but Academy of Defence Science children were killed when a tornado
reconnaissance satellite, state media peaceful satellite launches are not conducted another important test Pyongyang has doubled-down hit Madison County in the US
said yesterday, but analysts warned subject to the same level of on Saturday under the plan of on Kim’s drive to modernise its state of Iowa on Saturday, officials
it was a thinly-veiled ballistic missile restrictions although they use much developing a reconnaissance military as it ignores US offers of said.
launch, just days before South Korea of the same technology. satellite,” KCNA news agency said. talks and threatens to abandon a
elects a new president. “Through the test, Nada self-imposed moratorium on testing At least four other adults were
From hypersonic to The development of a military confirmed the reliability of data long-range missiles and nuclear injured in the tornado that caused
medium-range ballistic missiles, reconnaissance satellite – along with transmission and reception system weapons. “widespread damage to both homes
Pyongyang test-fired a string of the hypersonic weapons tested in of the satellite, its control command and properties”, the county’s
banned weaponry in January and last January – is officially one of system and various ground-based “Since satellites and ICBMs are emergency management director
week launched what it claimed was a Pyongyang’s key defence projects, as control systems.” the same inside and out, a satellite told a press briefing.
component of a “reconnaissance outlined by leader Kim Jong Un last South Korea said on Saturday that launch will take the Korean
satellite” – although Seoul described year. it believed the test – which came just peninsula back to the peak of “This is, I think, the worst that
it as another ballistic missile. days before the country votes to elect tensions it saw in 2017,” said anyone has seen in quite a long time,”
“The Democratic People’s University of North Korean Studies said Diogenes Ayala.
Republic of Korea National professor Yang Moo-jin. – AFP
“This will be impactful for many
Flood-ravaged eastern Australia braces for more wild weather years to come.”

CANBERRA: Australian towns Heavy rains, large hailstones and frustration about what they see as a department in the aftermath of the National Weather Service Des
devastated by flooding over the past damaging winds were also expected lack of police, defence personnel and record flooding, saying he was Moines tweeted at 7.30pm (9.30am
week prepared for further intense to hit further south in the state of emergency services on the ground to “absolutely satisfied with the yesterday in Malaysia) that “the worst
weather yesterday, with expected New South Wales, including the help with the recovery effort. defence response”. is over for central Iowa”.
downpours halting volunteer town of Lismore, which last week
recovery and clean-up efforts. saw record flooding and dramatic In Lismore, Tom Wolff, who runs “We’ve come in in force, and we “Storms are moving off to the East.
rescue efforts to save residents a local charity organisation, said he will increase the numbers Areas west of the line, including the
The national weather bureau stranded on their roofs. spent Saturday collecting donations dramatically,” he said, promising Des Moines metro, are in the clear.”
warned of severe thunderstorms and of insulin, which were then delivered there would be 5,000 troops on the
major flooding in the eastern state of The death toll from the New by a privately-chartered helicopter ground in the coming days. The weather service said its survey
Queensland, where 11 people died South Wales floods stands at five, to diabetic residents in the nearby teams would thoroughly investigate
in the past week’s floods. after a body was found on Saturday. town of Woodburn. Scientists said climate change is the damage.
making Australia’s floods, bushfires,
Flash flooding is forecast for the Some locals in flood-affected areas Defence Minister Peter Dutton cyclones and droughts more “This is pretty devastating for our
major city of Brisbane. have taken to social media to vent yesterday defended the work of his frequent and more intense. – AFP community,” Ayala said, adding that
rescue efforts would continue
overnight.

Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds
issued a disaster proclamation for
Madison County, which allows state
resources to be used to assist with
recovery.

“Our hearts go out to all those
affected by the deadly storms that
tore through our state,” Reynolds said
in a statement.

In December, dozens of
devastating tornadoes ripped
through five US states overnight,
leaving at least 79 people dead in
Kentucky – with fatalities also
recorded in Tennessee, Arkansas,
Missouri and Illinois. – AFP

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Nato’s battleground in Ukraine
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█ BY JOHN RENTOUL crimes. journalists from Die Welt, La THE effects of the ongoing armed places and events that serve its
“I think we must be quite limited Repubblica and El Pais kept asking conflict in Ukraine have own expansionist ambitions no
IN every disaster there is an in what we’re setting out to do,” he in different forms is: what is the understandly touched the hearts matter how it chooses to colour
opportunity. There spoke Boris said. plan? of billions around the world. them.
Johnson’s authentic voice, in an This must not be portrayed as a “There has to be a way out,” said
interview with journalists from conflict between Putin and the west, Johnson, before suggesting that The dominant current narrative A proxy war is the current
three continental newspapers on he said, but about “helping the Putin had left himself no good has placed the blame squarely on model preferred by world powers.
Friday. Ukrainian people to protect options. Russian President Vladimir Putin,
themselves ... The minute we start to The Russian president had but one needs to take a deeper There is continual suggestion
He was talking about the chance introduce all sorts of other political “miscalculated” and made a look at the Ukrainian conflict. that China is the biggest threat to
in this crisis for countries to switch considerations in Moscow, or “catastrophic mistake”, but how he or the independence of our region.
from oil and gas to renewable whatever geostrategic the world was to get out of it remains Is it as simplistic as a “Russian
sources of energy, but he could just considerations, then we lose the unclear. invasion” or has it been caused and If indeed that is so, Asean or
as well have meant the chance it sharpness and the focus.” That is why Johnson has fallen provoked by Western Powers? some parts of Asean that are like
gave him to escape his tormentors in And he played down the prospect back on the idea that “Putin must minded, must engage China in
the House of Commons. of total economic war when asked if fail”. It must be remembered that constant dialogue and not allow
all EU countries should stop buying Indeed, he went further in his Nato is not an economic grouping itself to be pushed into the arms
The invasion of Ukraine has gas and oil from Russia. interview on Friday, saying: “I think but a military alliance. (pun intended) of China’s
changed the world, and one of its That was when he said, “in every there is a sense in which he has adversaries.
least important effects has been that disaster there is an already failed.” In the days preceding the
on British politics, but you can see “It is possible thatopportunity,” but he It is possible that the actual armed conflict, Putin had We must learn to tip-toe
why it matters to Johnson that his Russian economy and one principal demand, which was around the minefields laid by the
party will probably now allow him to was talking about “a government collapses that Nato should provide a superpowers.
continue to be prime minister for the programme” and “a the Russian guarantee not to allow Ukraine
rest of this year. timetable” to “diversify economy and quickly, and its military into the military alliance. We must be determined to
away from this government withdraws from avoid our lands being made the
He has responded to Vladimir dependence”. Ukraine, but it seems The Western Alliance refused to battleground of others.
Putin’s aggression with energy and more likely that a provide that guarantee.
leadership. It sounded like wounded and We may need to galvanise the
collapses quickly,something that would Instead, it engaged in posturing dormant Non-Aligned Movement
There has been a clarity and an desperate Putin fights itself as the guardian of “the will of and take the path of
honesty about his speeches and happen over at least the Ukraine people” and continued independence and neutrality.
interviews since the invasion began five years, by which and its military on. to provoke Russia into taking
that has pushed aside some of the time anything could withdraws from In which case “Putin action for its own self- It is noteworthy that the two
criticism of him as a chaotic leader have happened. preservation. most populous nations, China and
given to mindless optimism. must fail” is not much India, both nuclear powers, had
Even then, he of a guide to action. Putin did not wake up one chosen to abstain from supporting
He didn’t obfuscate, as he might admitted, “it’s not easy, Ukraine, but it If the war drags on, morning and decided to amass the recent US sponsored
have been expected to, when and our electorates will seems more likely UK public opinion may troops at the Ukraine border. resolution at the UN Security
challenged by a tearful Ukrainian find it tough”. that a wounded change. It is worth Council.
journalist in Warsaw this week about remembering that the The move was a reaction to
Nato’s failure to impose a no-fly zone So far, and the war is Kosovo war in 1999, a Western plans to admit Ukraine Both nations, however, did
over Ukraine. only 10 days old, the short, relatively cost- into Nato. appeal to the better values of
British electorate is and desperate humankind to cease armed
He explained, in a rather un- supportive of the prime Putin fights on. free conflict in which Malaysia should not be swayed conflict and to end the sufferings
Churchillian way, why a direct minister’s position, and the Nato action to save by the Western narrative that of the Ukraine people.
military confrontation between Nato members of the House the ethnic Albanian Russia was “unprovoked” or that it
and Russia would be even worse of Commons, with perhaps a dozen population from Slobodan Milosevic had no “genuine security Unsurprisingly, the most
than what is happening now. exceptions, are united behind it. was supported by British voters, concerns” and its thrust into current Western narrative is that it
What is more, Ukrainians are produced no electoral dividend for Ukraine was “naked aggression”. would have been highly unlikely
In his interview on Friday, he grateful to Johnson for his Tony Blair, despite his notable role in that Ukraine would have been
repeated that point, and held back leadership. persuading a reluctant US president Juxtapose the current situation allowed into Nato.
from other invitations to escalate the Volodymyr Zelensky, the and a fractious alliance to make to the highly unlikely scenario of a
conflict. Ukrainian president, seems to good on an ultimatum to the Serbian democratically elected The question then is why had
regard our prime minister as his dictator. government of Mexico striking up this not been unequivocally stated
He did not think the west should strongest ally, calling him every day. The invasion of Ukraine has a military alliance with Russia, before the conflict began.
encourage the Russian opposition to A remarkable opinion poll saved Johnson, but it may threaten allowing weapons and personnel
revolt against Putin: “We can’t think carried out, despite the invasion, by him later: rising gas prices, a refugee to be stationed in Mexico. It is not too late though. If
like that. Events in Moscow or Lord Ashcroft this week found that crisis and the unforeseeable indeed the Western powers
Russian politics are simply Britain was viewed more favourably consequences of the collapse of the Would the US stand idly by and genuinely empathise with the
unforeseeable. In fact, that would be than the EU or the US, with 53% of Russian economy may turn out to be allow that to happen? suffering Ukrainians, they could
a total, a total distraction. Let me be Ukrainians saying the UK was “doing a disaster in which not even he can give Russia the clear guarantee
very clear: this is not about trying to enough to help”. find an opportunity. – The Quite apart from the Bay of Pigs that Ukraine would not be allowed
do anything to shorten the political But the question that the three Independent fiasco, the answer is so obvious into Nato and Russia would then
career of anyone in Moscow.” that it needs no ventilation here. have no cause or reason to remain
in Ukraine.
Similarly, he was cautious about Malaysians have to look at the
bringing Putin to justice for war causes of the current conflict Remember, the blood of
objectively. innocent Ukrainians is not only in
Russian hands, it is on Nato’s too.
We need to appreciate how
major powers could use our The ball is in your Court, Nato.
landmass as the battleground for Watson Peters
their domineering ambitions. Kuala Lumpur

Every superpower has its finger
in the pie of provocation in such

9theSUN ON MONDAY | MARCH 7, 2022
SPEAK UP

COMMENT by Firdaus Daud

US, EU and Nato need to curb tensions
IF the only conclusion one can draw
from the current Russia-Ukraine this as a Russian ploy. Strategically, country away from relying on the US feel hardest hit.
war is Russian leader, Vladimir Does all this justify the invasion? the US would dollar – not an easy feat when its main Strategically, the US would prefer an
Putin, is a sociopathic, irrational prefer an all- exports (oil and gas) are predominantly
bully who wants to conquer Definitely not, especially in today’s out economic priced in US dollars. all-out economic war rather than a
neighbouring countries to expand the world order. war rather physical one, which is why Biden (and
Russian empire, you’d be severely short- than a physical Why didn’t the disincentives work? even fomer US President Barack
changed. A young kid is waving a bread knife at one, which is Because, for Russia, it’s an existential Obama) has said that Nato allies must
a bully’s door saying that he has a new why Biden issue and not about conquest or be willing to suffer the effects of the
Imagine instead that Putin is rational gang and the bully is taking out his (and even economics. sanctions as well but that they are a
and shrewd: a strongman authoritarian. shotgun. But why it is happening now? Obama) has “necessary” response to Russia’s
said that Nato Also, on Feb 21, Russia’s ally, China, unilateral actions.
In his eyes, he sees an existential Following the annexation of Crimea allies must be flew 39 warplanes into Taiwan’s air
threat to his country because in the in 2014, Ukraine has piled up its military willing to defence zone. If parties are not willing to give Russia
decades after the collapse of the Soviet might. suffer the what it wants, the conflict will likely
Union (USSR), democratic and pro- effects of the Why? So that the US will have to continue.
West countries have mushroomed Give Ukraine five to 10 more years sanctions as contend with possibly two major war
along the Russian border. and Russia would have had to fight hard. well but that theatres in two separate parts of the Economic warfare might spill over to
they are a other side of the Earth. And Biden’s bark cyber warfare.
In 1999, Poland, Hungary, and the Russia is Europe’s supplier of natural “necessary” is worse than his bite.
Czech Republic joined Nato, amid gas and energy costs are skyrocketing all response to And excessive sanctions have
much debate within the organisation over Europe. Russia’s unilat- Conveniently, Putin waited for China become the prelude to physical warfare
and Russian opposition. eral actions to be done with the Winter Olympics in the past.
Why bite the hand that keeps you before executing the war.
Another expansion came with the warm in winter? Of all these countries, If you push any country into a corner
accession of seven Central and Eastern Germany is the most affected. What could have been done to until the only choice that remains is
European countries: Bulgaria, Estonia, prevent this conflagration? between starvation/death and fighting,
Latvia, Lithuania, Romania, Slovakia Germany wants to transition to that’s not much of a choice, isn’t it?
and Slovenia. renewables and has committed to This escalation has been decades in
shutting down its nuclear plants. the making and there was never any De-escalate Nato. Hold enough arms
With Nato membership came its quick fix. to have an effective detente in place.
military installations and missiles, Natural gas is a big part of the
coming closer to Moscow. transition, and Germany and Russia are But when someone decided to draw Ukraine needs to accept a neutral
on the precipice of commissioning the a line in the sand years ago – Nato and stance that allows its democratic, pro-
In June 2020, Ukraine became a Nordstrom 2 project – a natural gas non-Nato – those lines were created in West citizens to unify with the Russian-
partner (if not a member) of Nato. pipeline in the Baltic Sea connecting the anticipation of conflict. leaning ones.
two countries.
In Putin’s words, if missiles were to So, why is anyone surprised? Who Form multilateral cooperation on
be installed in Ukraine, they could hit In the years that Angela Merkel was would have listened to anyone energy exports and technology
Moscow within 10 minutes. at the helm, Germany’s influence in advocating de-escalation and for Nato exchange.
Europe grew and often Merkel played a to be phased out while nations invested
There are no natural geological key role in bridging the interests of instead in diplomacy centred on energy Get Russia reliant on your countries.
formations along the Russia-Ukraine Europe and Russia. cooperation? What’s next? That’s how you build peace.
border. In a way, they share the same
backyard. The Green Party, being part of Russia will likely make inroads into It’s a mind-set shift, which should be
Germany’s coalition government, Ukraine but experts suggest that it embraced even by world bodies.
From Luhansk near the southeast now leads on foreign policy and would not be viable for Russia to
Ukraine border, forces can travel 750km climate policy, and a key European conquer and hold the whole country. But we are still calling it the UN
to Volgograd and cut off Russia from the nation finds itself between a rock and Security Council and not the UN Peace
Black Sea. a hard place. They might take a sizeable chunk as Council. We are all not there yet.
leverage for negotiations.
Pro-Russian separatists have held Apparently, the only thing Germany It’s easier to demonise than to
that part of Ukraine along the Russian sent to Ukraine during the first week of Russia wants a commitment to Nato understand, empathise and align.
border. the war was a field hospital and 5,000 de-escalation.
helmets. We do the former all the time, even
Donetsk and Luhansk even held In exchange, they will “retreat” but here in Singapore and Malaysia,
elections in an attempt to exercise the Even Turkey sent predator drones will most likely hold on to Donetsk and wherever there are lines drawn. Peace is
international right to self-rule, to align and Canada put boots on the ground. Luhansk. hard work and often ridiculed.
itself with Russia, but the Ukraine Firdaus Daud is the contributing editor
government in Kyiv and the US rejected Russia has been the target of Now, the remaining tools in the of Let’s Talk!, an e-newsletter on current
crippling sanctions for almost a decade. economic sanctions arsenal involve
hitting Russia on the oil and gas affairs. Comments:
Its people have had to suffer through exports – which is where Europe will [email protected]
massive inflation while Putin moved the

LETTERS [email protected] Healthier weight, healthier life

Being decisive, trusted OVERWEIGHT and obesity occur Maintaining a healthy weight between tasks or doing X-breaks
key to drawing FDI among one in two adults in helps control blood pressure and exercises;
Malaysia. reduces the risk of complications 0 Exercise moderately and
from hypertension. regularly at least 150 minutes a
Almost one-third of the adults Therefore, weight loss could week;
worldwide will be overweight, and help reduce the risk of developing 0 Get expert support by joining the
INVESTORS often look out for certainty System.Despite prior commitment to more than one billion will be obese obesity-related hypertension. “I Fit and Eat Right (IFitEr)”
and stability. expedite them, they have been hit by by 2025. The fundamental cause of programme of the Health
unnecessary delays. obesity is an imbalance between Ministry at the nearest Wellness
A chaotic environment can disrupt “Everybody Needs to Act” was the calories consumed and calories Hub; and
investors’ plans, disrupt their cash flow These reflect a deeper Malaysian the theme for this year’s World spent. 0 Get support from support
and result in their fingers getting burnt. struggle with fulfilling commitments that Obesity Day, which was celebrated Hence, dietary intake and groups at the nearest Wellness
may only spook investors. on March 4. physical activities remain the key Hub, besides family and friends.
This is especially so with foreign features in obtaining a healthy For a healthier lifestyle, reducing
investors who may bring millions or With the littoral combat ship project, We, as part of society, should do weight. alcohol consumption and quitting
billions into the country. things become even more absurd. our part to fight against obesity and Here are some tips on getting smoking could help enhance one’s
change our lifestyle towards a started towards a healthier weight: health status in preventing non-
Stability and certainty also entails the In it, we see the failure of Malaysian healthier one. 0 Be ready mentally and physically communicable diseases like
government projecting decisiveness and contractors to honour their commitment to be determined to change to hypertension.
keeping to its words. A government that by getting the job done and we see Obesity is a silent killer that obtain a healthier weight; When one is ready to quit
does neither will only send potential multiple Cabinets kicking the can down causes metabolic changes in our 0 Set goals aiming to lose 5% to smoking, feel free to seek help from
investors fleeing for countries that are the road by suspending the project and body, leading to non-communicable 10% of the current body weight the Health Ministry’s JomQuit
more predictable to operate in. doing nothing else. diseases and asymptomatic adverse in six months, start slow with a programme.
consequences. goal to lose 0.5kg to 1kg in a Kick start now for a healthier
This is a time when Malaysia needs as Instead of honouring commitments week; weight, healthier body, and
much FDI as possible to help the country and making difficult decisions, it seems In addition, the global burden of 0 Eat healthily with reduced healthier life.
get back on its feet after being battered by that we have opted for the option to bury obesity has increased the risks of calories by limiting energy Although we might not see the
the Covid-19 pandemic. our heads in the sand and hope for the many non-communicable diseases. intake from fats and sugar, outcome of a healthy lifestyle
best. The Navy has to put up with risky increase fruit and vegetable change immediately, getting
But there are still lapses the capability gaps while the rakyat is forced Obesity may induce intake. More tips on healthy started with a strong will to
government should look into to lure to pay additional expenses related to hypertension by over-activating our eating are available at Nutrition persevere will contribute to a
foreign investors as well as retain existing project delays. sympathetic nervous system, Division of the Health Ministry’s healthier self in due time.
ones. One aspect is the perceived dilly- stimulating the renin-angiotensin- Facebook Page at
dallying and feet-dragging by the These delays and pussy-footing send aldosterone system, altering the https://www.facebook.com/bah Dr Yoong Lee Yeen
government on some major the wrong signals to foreign investors. adipose-derived cytokines, causing agianpemakanan; Prof Dr Moy Foong Ming
infrastructure projects it had announced insulin resistance, and changing 0 Drink plenty of plain water, with
in the past. If the government is seen to be having kidney structures and functions. six to eight glasses daily; Prof Dr Sanjay Rampal
two minds about rolling out projects 0 Do more activities to reduce Department of Social and
When things are not moving as fast as which are of high impact to its people, Obesity-related hypertension sedentary lifestyles, such as
they should or there is unnecessary investors cannot be faulted for having may lead to severe complications taking short walking breaks Preventive Medicine
delays, investors get anxious and doubts cold feet about putting their money on like heart diseases, stroke and renal Faculty of Medicine
on the government’s trustworthiness more commercially-driven enterprises. diseases. University of Malaya
creeps in. In the end, it is the public who will suffer.
The Malaysian Community Salt
These projects include the ECRL, the Thiyagu Subramaniam Study 2017-2018 reported that
Phase 2 of the Pan Borneo Highway and Johor Baru obese people were four times more
the Johor Baru–Singapore Rapid Transit likely to develop hypertension than
those with normal weight.

10 theSUN ON MONDAY | MARCH 7, 2022
MEDIA & MARKETING

Klook launches bold
new brand identity

Partners of Starbucks KLOOK, a leading travel and leisure e-
Malaysia celebrating a commerce platform, today launched a bold and
successful store all-new brand identity. The company’s first
opening with YTM end-to-end rebrand comes at a pivotal time of
Dato’ Seri DiRaja Tunku change in the travel industry, as Klook gears up
Shazuddin Ariff and to champion a new future of traveling in 2022
Dato’ Sydney Quays. and beyond.

The new brand identity invites people to
experience everything with optimism,
joyfulness, and enthusiasm.

“The rebrand is a massive milestone for
Klook. We’ve overcome many obstacles in the
past two years to get here, and there’s no better
time than now to show everyone a new Klook,”
says Eric Gnock Fah, Chief Operating Officer
and Co-founder of Klook. “As we enter a new era
of travel, this rebrand is our commitment to
bring joy back to our customers who have
missed the magic of traveling and be their go-to
travel and leisure app at home or abroad.”

Starbucks comes to Perlis 0 Cementing position as a leading superapp
o The iconic coffee brand now reaches all states and federal territories in the market for travel and leisure

STARBUCKS Malaysia announced the excited to be a part of this local community.” work and fundraising activities. Klook’s ongoing efforts to curate and provide a
official opening of its first store in Perlis, The launch of the new store was graced by The first Starbucks store in Perlis has been wider range of joyful experiences for its
completing the company’s presence in customers both at home and abroad have more
all states and federal territories in the presence of their royal highnesses the Raja designed to reflect the brand’s more than 50- than quadrupled the number of products and
Malaysia. The new store is a drive-thru store Muda of Perlis Duli Yang Teramat Mulia year coffee heritage, while embracing services during the pandemic from 100,000 pre-
located in the state’s capital of Kangar, the Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra Ibni Tuanku Malaysia’s distinctive local traditions and Covid in 2019 to over 490,000 in 2021. It also
largest town in Perlis that has historically been Syed Sirajuddin Jamalullail, Raja Puan Muda culture. Key features include floor-to-ceiling doubled its global travel presence to over 1,000
known for its paddy field landscape and rice of Perlis Duli Yang Teramat Mulia Tuanku glass windows that bring the beauty of the destinations in 2021, in time for the much-
production. Hajah Lailatul Shareen Akashah Khalil, Yang surrounding natural lighting into the store. In anticipated recovery of international travel.
Amat Mulia Sharifah Farah Adriana addition, this store also features a drive-thru
Customers visiting the store will be able to Jamalullail, Yang Amat Mulia Sharifah lane, offering even more convenience to the Since the pandemic, Klook has shifted gears
enjoy Starbucks signature handcrafted Khatreena Nuraniah Jamalullail and the residents of Perlis. to focus on domestic travel with new activities
beverages prepared by passionate and skilled Tunku Laksamana of Kedah Yang Teramat such as local workshops, staycations, cruises,
baristas, as well as locally-inspired food items Mulia Dato’ Seri DiRaja Tunku Shazuddin Ariff Customers may also sign-up for the brand’s and car rentals. Despite most markets in Asia
such as the recently launched Kuih Kerak Ibni Al Aminul Karim Sultan Salehuddin. loyalty program, Starbucks Rewards, to enjoy being under Covid-19 restrictions, the pivot has
Jagung by local celebrity chef, Dato’ Fadzley. exclusive benefits including personalized proven successful. The company surpassed
Starbucks has always been committed to promotions and other benefits that will bring 2019 revenue in 2021 on domestic travel alone,
“We are delighted to bring the unique creating a positive impact in the communities instant value to their membership. with monthly active users exceeding pre-Covid
Starbucks Experience to customers in Perlis, it serves. With the company’s expansion to levels.
the remaining state in Malaysia without a communities such as Kangar, Starbucks will The new store features ethically-sourced
Starbucks store location until today,” said Dato’ increase employment opportunities and offer quality Arabica coffee from the Latin America, As cross-border travel gradually resumes
Sydney Quays, Group CEO of Berjaya Food a wide range of skill training and development Asia Pacific and Africa regions. Starbucks with vaccinated travel lanes and the easing of
Berhad and managing director of Starbucks programs for its partners (employees), baristas are looking forward to welcoming travel restrictions, this twin-growth strategy will
Malaysia & Brunei. including coffee master certifications as well as customers with handcrafted personalised enable Klook to maintain its foothold as the
sign language courses and more. The store will Starbucks coffee and blended beverages that leading player in the Asia Pacific.
“This store marks a key milestone for the also provide a warm and welcoming Third are hot or cold, in addition to an assortment of Klook, a leading travel and leisure e-commerce
company and represents a great opportunity place for its customers to enjoy and connect snacks, teas, and grab-and-go alternatives on platform, recently launched a bold and all-new
to deliver the exceptional coffee experience with one another and be a part of Starbucks’ the menu. brand identity.
that so many Malaysians have come to love. partnership with local organisations on its
We look forward to welcoming and sharing our social impact initiatives, including volunteer For more information about the store
coffee passion with all Perlisians. We are opening, please visit www.starbucks.com.my.

Shopee launch 3.15 Consumer Day mega sale
SHOPEE, the leading e-commerce platform in
Southeast Asia and Taiwan, launches 3.15 own pace, celebrate the small wins and reward Shopee Taking a deeper dive into keyword search
Consumer Day, the first mega sale of the year. yourself. To better serve our consumers, we first Celebrates You data, Shopee noted that “keropok” was
3.15 Consumer Day is happening now till have to understand what Malaysians have been this 3.15 searched nearly seven times more in 2020 and
March 15 and will bring the excitement of buying since 2019.” Consumer Day, over 25 times more in 2021, compared to 2019.
Shopee’s year-end festivals to all users, giving 0 Understanding Malaysian shopping trends giving shoppers
them more reasons to celebrate and reward As more people are accustomed to staying at more reasons “Kids books” has also been one of the more
themselves as they gear up for the year ahead. home, Shopee noticed that many are looking to to celebrate popular keyword searches with over 11 times
improve and prioritise themselves in terms of with Dato increase in 2020 compared to 2019, as mums
Shopee is pioneering 3.15 Consumer Day to health, well-being and to destress. As such, Pandelela and dads turned to Shopee to inculcate reading
bring more value and joy to all shoppers, who there was a six-fold increase in demand for Self- Rinong and at a young age.
are now using e-commerce to fulfil their needs Care Products on the platform in 2021, Datuk Abdul
all year round. Everyone can be a part of 3.15 compared to 2019, before the pandemic. Latif Romly. Additionally, since the launch of
Consumer Day which features the widest better home and living. ShopeeFood in September 2021, the search for
variety of products, made better with 95% off Physical wellness, environmental self-care, As Malaysians paid more attention to their “bubble tea” grew by more than seven times by
deals, free shipping with no minimum spend and social well-being were seen to be the top physical wellness, Shopee noted that 42% of December last year.
and the chance to Spin & Win a Nissan Almera. three self-care trends, as Shopee witnessed an self-care items sold last year pertained to
impressive 10-fold growth of demand related to personal grooming, supplements, exercise As part of the Shopee 3.15 Consumer Day,
Adding to the 3.15 celebrations, Shopee equipment, cooking and baking supplies, Shopee will also launch its
welcomes Dato Pandelela Rinong and Datuk sleepwear, and bath and spa. #ShopeeCelebratesYou activation to bring more
Abdul Latif Romly as its 3.15 brand Malaysians were also more into cheer to users across the 3.15 period.
ambassadors in Malaysia. Both athletes have an environmental self-care. They started new DIY
incredible track record of overcoming tough projects and grew indoor plants among other Happening daily on Shopee Live from now
odds and dedicating their lives towards putting activities. This is mirrored by the 12-time till March 15, users also get to play a game called
Malaysia on the world map, serving as an increase in demand for home improvement Sampul Misteri. Lucky Callers will be required
inspiration in the way they accomplish great items over two years. to answer a Question of the Day to unlock an
things by prioritising the well-being and Looking at social well-being, more envelope and stand a chance to walk away with
celebrating achievements no matter how small. Malaysians are open to the idea of having a furry grand cash prizes. Viewers can guess which
companion at home as the demand for pet envelope contains the grand cash prize before
Dato Pandelela has won two Olympic supplies grew 13 times from 2019 to 2021. the show and stand a chance to win Shopee
medals and five World Championships medals Coins with the correct guess.
while Datuk Latif has won two gold medals in
the Paralympic Games. He holds the world Tune in to TV3 or Shopee Live at 9pm on
record for Long Jump T20 until now. March 15 to get your hands on the best TV deals
in town, while enjoying some mesmerising
Kenneth Soh, Head Of Marketing local celeb performances, plus a little Korean
Campaigns at Shopee Malaysia said: “This flavour too on the Shopee TV Deals programme
Shopee 3.15 Consumer Day, we want to for 3.15 Consumer Day.
celebrate you. Be kind to yourself. Go at your
For more information about Shopee 3.15
Consumer Day, visit shopee.com.my/m/3-3.

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Source: Bursa Malaysia 3,226.78 21,905.29 3,447.65 7,110.80

KL MARKET SUMMARY Focus on improving yields,
March 4, 2022

INDICES 11,341.50 CHANGE palm oil players advised
FBMEMAS -136.00
FBMKLCI 1,603.94 -14.60
CONSUMER PRODUCTS 579.04 -7.23
INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS 213.22 -1.10
CONSTRUCTION 149.57 -3.33
FINANCIAL SERVICES 16,393.20 -114.00
ENERGY 739.81 -29.60
TELECOMMUNICATIONS 627.62 -2.72 o Research head tells of
HEALTH CARE 2,082.04 -21.40 constraints in expanding
TRANSPORTATION 825.72 -13.10 hectarage to tackle supply
PROPERTY 717.16 -5.80 crunch
PLANTATION 8,547.51 -235.00
FBMSHA 12,079.30 -162.00
FBMACE 5,508.06 -168.00
TECHNOLOGY 71.70 -2.58

TURNOVER VALUE █ BY AMIR IMRAN HUSAIN SAFRI
3.446 BIL RM3.295 BIL [email protected]

5 MOST ACTIVES PETALING JAYA: Palm oil players should
March 4, 2022 focus on increasing yields and not
hectarage as a way out of the unusual crude
STOCK VOL CLSG (sen) +/– (sen) palm oil (CPO) supply crunch which has
SMTRACK 146,914,500 19.5 -0.5 seen CPO futures contract hitting an all time
DNEX 96,947,100 102.0 -6.0 high of RM8,163 per metric ton (pmt),
CAP 94,138,900 2.0 +1.0 according to Inter-Pacific Securities head of
HIBISCS 86,510,300 124.0 -6.0 research Victor Wan.
ARMADA 59,931,500 45.0 -3.5
The previous month saw the start of a
5 TOP GAINERS series of historic highs for the commodity as Workers planting oil palm seeds at an oil palm plantation in Slim River. Inter-Pacific Securities
March 4, 2022 it charted new heights across the RM6,000 head of research Victor Wan says that when worker shortage issues have been addressed, it will
pmt threshold, culminating with a record of translate into higher production and alleviate the supply-demand mismatch. – REUTERSPIX
STOCK VOL CLSG (RM) +/– RM RM6,808 pmt on March 2.
HSI-HM1 100 1.69 0.42 when the issues related to foreign workers a bigger proliferation of electric vehicles.”
UTDPLT 1,250,000 16.06 0.42 Looking at the current elevated price have been addressed, this will translate into In this situation, Plantation Industries
PMBTECH-WA 5,600 15.58 0.38 environment, Wan concurred with the higher production and alleviate the supply-
HEIM 276,900 22.20 0.34 popular view that paints the widespread demand mismatch driving the CPO prices. and Commodities Minister Datuk Zuraida
PETGAS 366,500 17.70 0.28 shortage of edible oils, supply chain woes Kamaruddin sees the runaway CPO prices
from the pandemic impact and the ongoing Despite the elevated prices, Wan said to be an opportunity to increase Malaysia’s
5 TOP LOSERS Ukraine-Russia war as the culprits. These producers will have to contend with higher market share in the global market.
March 4, 2022 are exacerbated by the labour woes in operating costs, particularly due to fertiliser
Malaysia. inputs which have seen prices soaring as it She has met with numerous agri-
STOCK VOL CLSG (RM) +/– RM is derived from petrochemical sources commodity players from various country as
MPI 847,500 32.72 1.40 “Moving ahead, palm oil players would aligned to the price of oil, which has been part of the ministry’s preparations to
KLK 5,147,000 28.04 0.96 have to resort to improving yields rather increasing. address the uncertainties brought on by the
BKAWAN 31,200 26.96 0.64 than acreage to resolve this issue given the current geopolitical situation.
PPB 587,100 17.96 0.46 current focus on environmental, social, and The runaway price environment for
SAM 1,673,500 4.78 0.41 governance, particularly on the commodities has led to countries, notably “The increased revenue from the spikes
sustainability aspect,” Wan told SunBiz. Malaysia and Indonesia, holding off or in demand for palm oil will greatly help the
EXCHANGE RATES MARCH 4, 2022 staggering their biodiesel mandates, country, which is still recovering from the
He opined that even if the planters shifting their goals to adapt to the market effects of the Covid-19 pandemic,” Zuraida
Foreign currency Bank sell Bank buy Bank buy intended to expand, there is dearth of land situation. said in a statement.
for them to do so.
1 US DOLLAR TT/OD TT OD “I believe the biodiesel blessing mandate Simultaneously, the minister assured
1 AUSTRALIAN DOLLAR 4.2490 4.1240 4.1140 “On the whole, the days of CPO being is here to stay and it will not be reversible. consumers that there is an adequate supply
1 BRUNEI DOLLAR 3.1270 3.0030 2.9870 RM2,000 pmt have long gone and the levels The only way forward on this front would be of subsidised cooking oil to meet local
1 CANADIAN DOLLAR 3.1260 3.0350 3.0270 of RM6,000 will likely to settle lower as soon demand.
1 EURO 3.3430 3.2530 3.2410 as some of the issues are addressed,” said
1 NEWZEALAND DOLLAR 4.6950 4.5430 4.5230 the head of research.
1 SINGAPORE DOLLAR 2.8950 2.7890 2.7730
1 STERLING POUND 3.1260 3.0350 3.0270 For Malaysian producers, he stated that
1 SWISS FRANC 5.6740 5.4960 5.4760
100 UAE DIRHAM 4.6130 4.5070 4.4920 Continued elevated crude oil prices will lead
100 BANGLADESHTAKA 117.0500 111.0000 110.8000 to demand destruction: Moody’s Analytics
100 CHINESE RENMINBI 5.0280 4.6960 4.4960
100 HONGKONG DOLLAR 67.3000 64.7000 KUALA LUMPUR: A much longer-term borders of Ukraine, the sanctions will not For the first quarter of this year, the
100 INDIAN RUPEE 54.9400 52.2200 N/A period of elevated crude oil prices well be expanded to encompass the average price of crude oil is projected at
100 INDONESIAN RUPIAH 5.6900 5.3400 52.0200 above the current level will lead to some remaining Russian banks,” Cochrane told about US$94 per barrel, after starting the
100 JAPANESE YEN 0.0306 0.0277 demand destruction and possibly Bernama. quarter at US$79 per barrel.
100 NEWTAIWAN DOLLAR 3.6900 3.5750 5.1400 accelerated investment in alternative
100 PAKISTAN RUPEE 16.2000 0.0227 sources of energy, said Moody’s Analytics. Assuming there are some resolutions in On March 5, reports said the United
100 PHILIPPINE PESO 2.4300 N/A 3.5650 the coming weeks and that it becomes States is weighing a ban on the country’s
100 QATAR RIYAL 8.3600 2.2700 Its chief Asia-Pacific economist, Steve apparent that oil and gas will continue to import of Russian crude oil following the
100 SAUDI RIYAL 117.8800 7.8700 N/A Cochrane, said the increase in global crude flow out of Russia, he said the risk premium ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict.
100THAI BAHT 114.5300 111.9100 2.0700 oil prices currently is due to heightened risk should diminish and prices should return to
13.5700 108.7200 7.6700 premiums as a result of the uncertainty in their pre-invasion levels. Last Friday, oil prices surged to end the
12.0400 111.7100 supply. week at multi-year highs. posting their
108.5200 “If this scenario plays out, the rise in the largest weekly gains since the middle of
11.6400 “But actual supply has not been prices of crude oil should not last long 2020, with the Brent benchmark up 21%
disrupted. The international sanctions that enough to lead to a significant demand and US crude gaining 26%, Reuters
Source: Malayan Banking Berhad/Bernama block some Russian banks from the Swift destruction for crude, and any higher reported.
(Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial inflation would also be moderated and
Telecommunication) system have not been short-lived,” he added. Brent futures rose US$7.65, or 6.9%, to
extended to the largest banks in Russia that settle at US$118.11 a barrel, while US West
manage most of the transactions for Cochrane said Brent crude is likely to Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude rose
Russia’s energy industry. average at about US$92 (RM384) per barrel US$8.01, or 7.4%, to end at US$115.68.
in the second quarter of 2022 amid
“Our expectation is that if the military expectations of continued volatility in the That was the highest close for Brent since
conflict does not extend beyond the energy sector. February 2013 and for WTI since
September 2008.

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NORMALLY, disposing of any share Pitfalls of holding real
investments in a company will not property company shares
attract any income tax since it will be
a capital transaction. However, if you determination of the acquisition price by the the market value or property acquired by the company, the allocation of the disposal
hold shares in a company that principally owns taxpayer is based on the number of shares company. Obtaining the acquisition price proceeds is another issue. It is unclear whether
real estate, Real Property Gains Tax (RPGT) will subsequently may be a problem. the disposal proceeds should be allocated
be triggered upon disposal of such shares. acquired divided by the total number of based on the number of shares acquired, or
shares issued by the company, and that Bonus issues and rights issues are another the acquisition price of the shares. The IRB
Many taxpayers may not be aware of the fraction will be multiplied by the problem. The interpretation adopted by the tends to use number of shares which may
implications of owning such shares and may be market value of the real properties Inland Revenue Board (IRB) and the taxpayers result in an uneven allocation of disposal price
subject to surprises when they sell due to way and real property shares owned by could be different. IRB takes the view that the and could trigger significant RPGT liability. It
in which the acquisition price, the disposal the company. bonus shares have no cost and in the case of does not reflect the commercial reality of the
price and change in the nature of the company The disposal price of the shares the rights issue, the cost will be the value paid transaction.
midstream after the acquisition is determined does not follow the normal disposal for the rights issue. This may not be in
by this unique piece of legislation in Paragraph rules in the RPGT Act. For this accordance with the law because there is a Recently, the IRB has attempted to bring
34A of the RPGT Act. purpose, the disposal price will be the school of thought that supports the view that the occasional sale of RPC shares into income
Understanding the basic rules consideration received. Legal fees and the original costs paid for the acquisition of the tax in the case where taxpayers who are
Whenever a taxpayer buys shares shares should be shared proportionately dealing in real estate are being investigated on
in a controlled company, he has other costs relating to the acquisition and between the original shares and the bonus the grounds that the sale of the RPC shares are
to determine whether the disposal of the shares will be ignored. issue based on the reasoning that the bonus also part and parcel of the taxpayer’s trading
company is a Real Property shares are issued based on the original shares activities. This is incorrect because Paragraph
Company (RPC) and if it is an Loss on disposal of RPC shares cannot be and bonus issue should not dilute the existing 34A of the RPGT Act makes it clear that once a
RPC share, then it remains forever carried forward. shareholdings. share is an RPC share, it remains an RPC and
an RPC share notwithstanding the Where are the problems? any disposal of such shares will be subject to
fact the company may have Taxpayers need to keep an eye on their Similarly, the issue of whether the price RPC.
subsequently ceased to be an RPC. At any investments because at the time of acquisition, paid for the rights issue is the cost of the rights
point the RPC share is sold, RPGT will be the company may not be an RPC but issue or should the costs be clubbed with the This article is contributed by Thannees Tax
imposed. subsequently it could become an RPC. At that original shares and proportionately shared. Consulting Services Sdn Bhd managing
point, the shareholder needs to determine his director SM Thanneermalai.
A company becomes an RPC when it meets acquisition price which will be a proportion of If the taxpayer has bought shares in
the 75% total tangible assets test and this will tranches over a period of time in an RPC
be triggered when the at any point the
company owns real property and RPC shares
whose market value exceeds 75% of the total
tangible assets of the company. Total tangible
assets include cash, trade receivables, fixed
assets, excluding intangibles such as
intellectual property and goodwill. The

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pushed many businesses to be are currently not adequately served; Leveraging on digital distribution catch investors’ attention
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emerging technologies that will customer experience with greater Benefits for digital players to launched an invasion of Ukraine on Malaysian shares took up a larger
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Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) applicants are allowed to market How will the digital players benefit versus warrants over the HSI at a
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few countries in the world to have blockchain, Internet of Things, and underwrite their own digital declines in the markets while also combined, as the underlying fell
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of digital insurance and insurtech in processes across the value chain, constituents, was one of the biggest such as Bumi Armada and Hibiscus
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Transformation, and Finance for ensuring effective safeguarding support other existing businesses exposure to the broader Hong Kong
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Malaysia’s life insurance penetration Interestingly, there are more motor place in the near future following turnover last week at RM29.8 has not been reviewed by the
rate has been reported to be insurance purchases transacted the digital banking wave. Such million, followed by the call warrants Securities Commission Malaysia. It
hovering around 54% for the past online without the need for advice ecosystem will be favourable to HSI-CQC and HSI-CQK at RM18.2 is not an offer or recommendation
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targeted 75% set by the government. foresee is an advantage the Dito can the rising trend of the digital Investors should note that HSI-HMZ to trade and is not research
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number of individuals subscribed to flexible as they may be traditional propositions – inclusion, competition, offered to any US persons.
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tenure. This is how Dito can play a BNM’s bold move towards digitalising Top stock warrants by value traded:
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bridge the protection gap through the different needs. national aspiration of becoming a name (RM’ mil) Macquarie level 30 Mar 2022
fulfilment of three value propositions regional leader in the digital economy. HSI-HMZ Macquarie 23,600 28 April 2022
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purchase of insurance products will be DNEX-CN 8.2 0.78
This article is contributed by 7.9
Justin Ong, financial service
regulatory risk leader, and Saiful
Adli Aziz, insurance risk leader of

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Breaking the gender biasIMAGINE a gender-equal world. A

world free of bias, stereotypes, and
discrimination. A world that is
diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A
world where difference is valued and

in the workplacecelebrated. Together we can forge

women’s equality. Collectively we
can all break the bias.

0 RAJA TEH MAIMUNAH – o SunBiz speaks to women corporate leaders in conjunction with Having the chance to obtain
AmBank Group wholesale International Women’s Day tomorrow on how to #BreakTheBias. constructive feedback of ourselves,
banking managing director leads to a better understanding of
How do you manage and minimise how each person works. With a
bias, stereotypes, and discrimination deeper understanding, it allows us to
in the workplace? create genuine campaigns,
I tell my team this all the time that no demonstrating how we work together
one person is more important than as one.
the next in the whole chain.
Sometimes people might think banking industry or any other Clockwise from top left: Raja Teh Maimunah, Nizwani Shahar, Norasfawilah, and What is your advice to people who
people in the field get paid better or business in that regard will be one Yena Song. want to venture into the home
appreciated more than those guys in with many potholes and hurdles. appliance field?
the boiler room. I remind people all This is a question I look forward to
the time that this is how I break up my It is not only women who answering each time! The home
team, we have the hunters, the encounter this difficulty, so do men. If appliance field is quite an interesting
gatherers, the cook, and the quality you are venturing into the banking area to explore, as each home
control team. Essentially, in my industry with an open mind, first and appliance created and produced can
business, I have frontliners, operations, foremost, you must have tenacity, you be the best life solution for you and
compliance, and risk. must be tenacious as you imagine your family as well. Just imagine
yourself in an ultramarathon. You bringing technology to the table
Everybody must appreciate the must have endurance, which benefits your home and
importance of everyone’s role. family’s health in the long run.
Second, you have to be
It is not just a cliche that you are as courageous because there are things Whether you are just starting or a
strong as your weakest link. It is the you never learned in school. There seasoned employee, do not be afraid
key thing about running an are many things you have to pick up to share your ideas, be involved and
organisation. Therefore, everybody along the way. Also, you have to be have an open mind with a ready-to-
must know that everybody’s job is courageous to try different things. learn mindset. Coway is a platform
important to respect one another. filled with opportunities to learn and
There will be mutual commitment, Lastly, you have to be curious; the explore, so it is up to you how much
accountability, and responsibility. industry is evolving at breakneck experience you would like to gain
speed. It is constantly being from this job. The industry is ever-
I encourage people to understand disrupted by non-banks. Our evolving, so ideas and feedback are
their strengths. industry is the most disrupted, there always welcomed, which will open
are fintech and e-wallet and non- doors of opportunities to contribute
Discrimination is not just gender banking people playing within the to the industry
discrimination, it can be, for instance, financial industry space. If you want
the boy’s club and graduates of a to be successful in this industry, you the workplace environment. discrimination of any form including 0 NORASFAWILAH ABDULLAH
particular school are favoured. It all must learn how to disrupt yourself A famous quote from David Ogilvy workplace harassment, be it physical – Ninja Van Malaysia head of
boils down to the fact that we are before other people disrupt you. or verbal. I think that it is important recovery
family and it is not a cliche again. 0 NIZWANI SHAHAR – chief is to always hire bigger and better for all employees to be treated How do you manage and minimise
How to build a diverse workplace executive Ogilvy Malaysia than ourselves so that we can be a equally regardless of gender or race, bias, stereotypes, and discrimination
that forges inclusive work cultures How do you manage and minimise company of giants. and there should be a platform where in the workplace?
and values differences? bias, stereotypes, and discrimination employees can speak up about such People at the management level must
You have to consciously ensure that in the workplace? What is your advice to people who instances. have the awareness to identify and stop
your diversity stands for many things. With great effort and strife! One of the biases at the workplace and champion
The buzzwords now are diversity and challenges is to shift mindsets around Employees should also be made gender equality for all, especially
inclusion. Diversity and inclusivity go the subject matter. Diversity, equity aware of this – stereotyping, females working in a male-dominated
hand in hand. Many workplaces are and inclusion (DEI) is neither a trend discrimination, harassment and industry. At Ninja Van Malaysia, we
focusing on gender diversity. I am nor is it is CSR effort - it is a way to do biases – so that they will know how to minimise bias, stereotypes and
happy that we have AmBank more business. It is so important for recognise such behaviours in the discrimination by incorporating
than 50% women workforce and everyone across all levels to workplace and speak up if they are diversity, equity and inclusion. We are
more than 30% women in the c-suite. understand this and have that victims, or stop it. open to different cultures, education
We also look at different things such mindset in the workplace. It is the How to build a diverse workplace and racial backgrounds.
as places people come from, difference to push every individual to that forges inclusive work cultures
educational backgrounds, people make a concerted effort to be more want to venture into the and values differences How to build a diverse workplace
with special needs, and others. mindful and accepting of our communications field? I would say at Coway Malaysia, we that forges inclusive work cultures
differences. Know that what we do is neither just are fortunate to be in a unique and values differences?
You must allow people to bring How to build a diverse workplace a job nor a career. We have a working environment. Coway At Ninja Van Malaysia, we are
different things to the table, that is that forges inclusive work cultures responsibility to shape perception, believes in providing equal committed to implementing a
how you value differences. Then, you and values differences? culture and behaviour. Anyone in opportunities for all women and is gender-inclusive workplace, as well
want to hear what they bring to the We can have grand ambitions to be marketing, creativity and striving to empower thousands of as to closing the gender gap. This
table. I am talking about truly diverse but if there are no policies communications has the power to Malaysian women to have a includes taking in place the gender-
listening, truly listening is not just hardcoded, it will remain an influence. So be open to learning and professional career and stable neutral recruitment process to
when it comes to work ideas, I also intention. Inclusivity is in the margins contributing but more importantly, income. incorporate change and diversity.
want to listen to their family and the structures. I am proud to be a be as excited in the potential to shape
backgrounds, their dreams. It is part of a network like Ogilvy that has the conversation and mindset of We emphasise inclusivity as the This is the fourth year I am with
about promoting individualism while identified DEI as a key pillar for consumers, communities and importance and we accept, embrace Ninja Van, I have seen the team
ensuring teamwork. Camaraderie is business. We have systems in place in businesses. and respect everyone for who they practise an open-door policy where
everything. terms of recruitment, interviews, are. To build a diverse workplace, I employees are to share our opinions
What is your advice to people who career trajectory and safe spaces to 0 YENA SONG – Coway Malaysia believe that a company has to take regardless of our designation.
want to venture into the banking allow for a diverse background of digital marketing manager the first steps in raising awareness
field? talent to thrive. Training and more How do you manage and minimise among its staff and to initiate an This is something I find very
Every industry has its challenges. mentoring sessions around bias, stereotypes, and discrimination understanding of the various empowering, especially as a female
Banking also has its challenges. It is unconscious biases are also crucial to in the workplace? cultures, races, genders and so on. manager working in a male-
known as a boy’s club. In Malaysia, help everyone not eliminate, but be First of all, I would like to say, I am dominated industry. Support,
we are far more fortunate as aware of their biases which can affect honoured to be with a company From my experience as a Korean acceptance, and safety for all
culturally we don’t have that kind of which puts its people first. Coway working in Coway Malaysia, my employees is the company’s culture.
hurdles, we have had two female Malaysia provides a conducive department consists of people from Today, more than 15% of our female
governors in the central bank. We environment for its employees by various races and cultures, and they workforce is in management and
had a woman securities chairman. offering a variety of training modules are all valued and evaluated based on operation teams.
We had several female CEOs in the and cross-departmental interaction their work ethic and capabilities.
banking industry. The banking opportunities, encouraging employees What is your advice to people who
industry in Malaysia is far more from different backgrounds and want to venture into the logistics
welcoming than some in other cultures to unite. This creates an field?
markets. avenue for employees to learn from Women who work in logistics tend to
one another – from formal work feel strong and empowered by their
With that, my one piece of advice training to healthy leisure activities. career choice. They thrive
to women is – do not look at a glass on the combination of
ceiling that does not exist. If you keep We believe in a fair and safe physical exertion, Turn to
believing there is a glass ceiling it will workplace which does not tolerate planning, problem-
be self-fulfilling. You will believe that solving, and adaptability —
some things are impeding you
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Respect cultures and How India’s Reliance stunned
beliefs of employees Amazon in Future Retail battle

0 LAU KIAT HOON – executive From
director R&A Commercial page 13
Vehicles Sdn Bhd (a member
of Sendok Group)

How do you manage and oStealthtakeoverof stores is currently before India’s Supreme Court. Although Reliance had not played a large
minimise bias, stereotypes, and began on Feb 25 Reliance’s takeover began with utmost public role in the legal dispute, it had, according to
discrimination in the workplace? sources, for some months assumed many of the
Fortunately, I did not MUMBAI: At a large Future Retail supermarket stealth on the night of Feb 25 when its staff leases held by cash-strapped Future, India’s No. 2
encounter any in Mumbai last week, workers were unloading began arriving at Future stores. Many in Future’s retailer and Amazon’s estranged business partner.
discrimination, hundreds of bright blue grocery crates management were in the dark about the plans
particularly in the belonging to India’s biggest retailer Reliance. as store employees from all over the country Reliance’s sudden possession of the stores
automotive industry, frantically began to call, according to people appears to have landed what some analysts are
as there were not a Prospective customers were turned back by with direct knowledge of the matter. calling a coup de grace that spoils Amazon’s
lot of females in the security, disappointed at the closed state of the chances of untangling the transfer of Future’s
automotive industry. store that still carries the signage of Future’s “It was tense, everybody was panicking. We assets to Reliance. That’s despite a series of legal
At that time when I biggest brand, Big Bazaar, but which will likely didn’t know who they were. They wanted access battles won by the US e-commerce giant to date
just started out in the soon be rebranded as a Reliance outlet. and seniors didn’t know about it,” a New Delhi blocking the 2020 deal announced between the
industry, I was the Big Bazaar store employee said, describing what two Indian companies.
only woman doing Across India, similar scenes are being played happened around 8pm that day.
liaison with the out as Reliance Industries, India’s biggest “What will Amazon fight for now?” said a
government. conglomerate run by Mukesh Ambani, the At a Future store in Sonipat town in northern source close to the US company with knowledge
To create a fair country’s richest man, presses ahead with a Haryana state, announcements were made of the legal dispute. “The shops are gone.”
workplace for Sendok Group employees, we shock de facto takeover of prized retail real asking customers to leave as Reliance seized
provide equal opportunities at work. estate that Amazon.com Inc has been keen to control, one source said. In Vadodara in western Representatives for Reliance, Amazon and
take part-ownership of. Gujarat, Future employees arriving for work the Future did not respond to Reuters queries for
How to build a diverse workplace that next morning were asked to go back home with this article. Sources asked not to be identified
forges inclusive work cultures and The high-profile bitter dispute between no explanation, said another source. due to the sensitive nature of the dispute.
differences is valued? corporate titans in which Amazon has sought to
Respect the cultures and beliefs of different block Reliance’s planned US$3.4 billion (RM14.2 Citing unpaid payments by Future, Reliance Future Retail said on Feb 26 it was “scaling
background employees. At the same time, billion) purchase of Future Group’s retail assets has taken control of operations of some 200 Big down its operations” to cut losses although it
arranging leaves based on their major Bazaar stores and has plans to seize another 250 made no mention of Reliance in its statement.
celebrations locally such as Lunar New of Future’s retail outlets. Combined, they Future Group as a whole has more than US$4
Year, Hari Raya Aidilfitri, Deepavali, Hari represent the crown jewels of Future’s retail billion in debt.
Gawai, etc. However, the work performance network and around a third of all Future outlets.
of different employees should not be Reliance plans to retain Future’s employees
compromised. at the stores it takes over, sources have said.

What is your advice to people who want Amazon, which has a stake in a separate
to venture into the automotive field? Future Group unit that it argues prevents Future
Always be passionate about what you do from selling retail assets without its permission,
and constantly update your knowledge in has called the supermarkets and other stores an
the industry. “irreplaceable” network in a sector worth
US$900 billion in revenues annually.
Russian banks A woman wearing a Reliance JioMart vest instructs workers as they stock their products inside a Future
turn to China’s Retail’s closed Big Bazaar retail store in Mumbai on March 2. – REUTERSPIX The legal wrangles had over time become
UnionPay after Visa, increasingly high-stakes and marked by ugly
Mastercard suspension rhetoric. At one point, Amazon sought for
Future chief executive Kishore Biyani to be
MOSCOW: Russian banks said yesterday detained in prison for disobeying a legal order.
they planned to issue cards using China's And Future once likened Amazon to Alexander
UnionPay system after Visa and the Great and his “ruthless ambition to scorch
Mastercard moved to suspend operations the earth”.
in Russia over Moscow's military
intervention in Ukraine. But on Thursday, six days after Reliance’s
move, Amazon at a Supreme Court hearing
Russian Visa and Mastercard bank unexpectedly called for cordial talks to end the
cards will no longer be valid abroad, and dispute - a proposal Future agreed to.
cards issued abroad will no longer work
in Russia, the global payments “People have taken over shops ... let’s at least
companies announced on Saturday. have a conversation,” Amazon’s lawyer Gopal
Subramanium said.
Major Russian lenders Sberbank and
Alfa Bank said they are working on a Discussions are expected to begin soon.
rollout of UnionPay cards. Whatever the outcome of the talks, analysts say
Amazon had gravely underestimated Reliance.
“Sberbank is working on the “If anybody should have seen this coming, it
possibility of issuing co-branded Mir- should have been Amazon and they should
UnionPay cards. We will inform you later have prepared against it,” said Devangshu Dutta
about the timeframe for the issue,” of retail consultancy Third Eyesight.
Russia’s largest bank Sberbank said in a “Clearly, they didn’t.” – Reuters
statement.
ECB reckons with war impact on eurozone’s doorstep
The country’s largest private lender
Alfa Bank said it is “already working on FRANKFURT: Russian President Vladimir programmes untouched. bank to give a signal it “could even step up
launching cards on UnionPay, China’s Putin’s invasion of Ukraine has added an extra The pandemic emergency bond-buying support if needed”, he added.
national payment system”. layer of complexity to the decisions facing
European Central Bank (ECB) policymakers as programme, which has been the ECB’s main In Russia, where the economy is reeling from
Rosbank, Tinkoff Bank, and the Credit they meet on Thursday. crisis-fighting tool, aimed at keeping borrowing Western sanctions, central bankers propped up
Bank of Moscow (MKB) are also working costs low to stoke economic growth, will come the ruble by more than doubling the main
on releasing UnionPay cards, Russian Already managing record inflation figures and to an end in March. interest rate to 20%.
news agencies reported. a fragile recovery from the impact of the
coronavirus pandemic, members of the bank’s 25- Under the current guidance, a separate pre- Such high levels are completely alien to the
Russia's economy and in particular its strong governing council now have to reckon with pandemic bond-buying scheme will be boosted ECB which has long kept its rates at historic lows,
financial sector are reeling under the the impact of war on the edge of the eurozone. to €40 billion (RM184 billion) monthly in the including a negative deposit rate that effectively
weight of unprecedented sanctions after near term and carry on till at least October. charges banks to park their cash overnight.
Moscow sent tens of thousands of The pace of consumer price rises shifted up a
soldiers into Ukraine with the aim of gear in February, rising to 5.8% from 5.1% the Any policy tweaks were pushed back to the But more “hawkish” members of the
overthrowing the Kyiv government. previous month, a new all-time high for the euro meeting this week, when the governing council governing council who would like to see the
area. The spike has been driven in no small part will make use of new economic forecasts to ECB act faster have grown more vocal.
Russia's central bank said that Visa by soaring prices for energy, caught in the support their decision making.
and Mastercard cards already issued by middle of the conflict with Russia, a major Inflation fears meant policymakers needed
national banks will continue to work supplier to European countries. In December, when the figures were last to keep their “sights trained on the
within Russia until their expiry, since all updated, the bank foresaw inflation at 1.8% in normalisation of our monetary policy”,
payments in Russia are made through a ECB president Christine Lagarde responded 2023, below its 2% target. Bundesbank chief and governing council
national system. to the Feb 24 invasion by saying the central bank member Joachim Nagel said.
would “take whatever action is necessary” to The new inflation projections, which will take
However, it warned that Russians stabilise the euro region’s economy. account of the Ukraine conflict and the most Observers will be listening closely to
travelling abroad would need to carry recent data, could see a sharp upwards revision. Lagarde’s news conference to see if the former
alternate means of payment. – AFP Prices for gas and oil were “likely in the short French finance minister makes any advance on
term to increase inflation”, she said, sustaining it The outlook was however shrouded in her pledge for the ECB to be “data-driven”.
for longer than the bank previously expected. “significant uncertainty”, ECB executive board
member Isabel Schnabel said after Russian Lagarde’s previous insistence that any
Soaring inflation has put the ECB under tanks moved on Ukraine. increase in 2022 was “very unlikely”
pressure to follow its peers in the United States disappeared after the February meeting, as
and Britain by moving to end its economic At the same time, the high cost for energy markets bet on an earlier increase.
stimulus and raise interest rates soon. was likely to weigh on the economy and slow
production, narrowing policymakers’ room for In light of the tense situation in Europe, “the
At its last meeting at the beginning of manoeuvre. ECB will want to avoid hinting at end dates” for
February, the ECB left its plan for a “step-by- its bond-buying “or start dates for rate hikes”,
step” reduction in its asset-purchasing The double risk will encourage the ECB to said Carsten Brzeski, head of macro at the bank
“tread carefully”, said Andrew Kenningham of ING. Instead. – AFP
Capital Economics. It will also encourage the

M O N DAY
7 MARCH 2022

█ BY THASHINE SELVAKUMARAN Reese Witherspoon and Jennifer Aniston have amazing chemistry together in The Morning Show.

THE series is about two co- Wakgionogdunpetwos Though much of the story Season two ends with Alex –
anchors – newly appointed concentrates on Alex and Bradley, who caught Covid-19 – relating her
anchor Bradley Jackson o The Morning Show starring Jennifer and takes place in 2020, the show is ordeal in a ‘live’ show on the UBA+
(played by Reese Aniston and Reese Witherspoon is one very appealing and relevant as it platform, while Cory gets to watch
Witherspoon) and a seasoned to watch on AppleTV+ showcases current and real issues an interview given by Mitch just
anchor, America’s sweetheart Alex such as racism, coming out of the before his death.
Levy (played by Jennifer Aniston). launch a new streaming platform, anchors. He really keeps the closet about being a lesbian, and
all while handling everyone in the viewers wondering what would be also drops clues of Covid-19 virus The next season will be
The first season, which was network, especially the two his next move. spread. interesting to watch, to find out if
released on AppleTV+ in Nov 2019 the interview will be revealed to
mainly focused on the high-stress, This is clear when images of the public or not, and the impact of
behind-the-scenes drama of a live empty New York City streets with Covid-19 on the employees and the
show on a television network and no human activity are shown at the rest of the world.
the revelation of the sexual beginning of the first episode.
misconduct by Alex’s former co- For me, it’s a must-watch show,
anchor Mitch Kessler (played by Meanwhile, as the virus starts to not just for those in the media or
Steve Carrel), after the “Me Too” spread in Asia, the anchors do not working in news channels, but for
movements began. take it seriously and even make those who really enjoy watching a
light about “social distancing”, a good series on TV as it really
The finale episode ended with move that seems to captivates with the dialogue and
the ‘live’ exposure by Alex and look like a realistic depiction of interactions between the
Bradley on the show about its CEO, how TV anchors were reacting to characters, the performances, and
who knew about the sexual the virus in the US at the initial the realistic depiction of real-life
misconduct and allowed the stage of the virus spread. issues highlighted on the series.
culture to take place in the fictional
UBA network.

In the second season, the
network and the employees are
still coping with last season’s
revelation and subsequent change
in the management, nine months
after the incident and the death of
another colleague and victim of
Kessler, Hannah Shoenfield.

Alex, who had left the network
after the bombshell, was brought
back by the newly appointed CEO
Cory Ellison (played by Billy
Crudup) to help raise ratings of The
Morning Show despite some
objection by Bradley.

In this season, viewers will find
out about Bradley and Alex’s own
secrets, which were hidden from
the public.

A particular scene, in which
Alex reveals a personal matter to
Mitch, who is residing in Lake
Como, Italy and the subsequent
scenes when Alex hears about
Mitch’s death, are moving.

Witherspoon and Aniston are
great performers and they are
amazing in their roles. The two
keep you primed for more,
especially with the way they
support each other.

It is interesting to watch
Crudup’s character, who has a
huge task to raise ratings of the
show, deal with lawsuits and

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legTehned returns act opposite of, save for mannequins and a
dog.

In 2015, Smith said in an interview: “I
Am Legend easily could’ve been a stage
play, right? You know, a one-man show, a
dude with a dog – you generally would
think you need a little bit more than that
for a blockbuster, but to date, that’s my
biggest opening and my second-biggest
film.”
News of the sequel moving forward
o Will Smith and Michael B. Jordan to work on comes a few months after Smith played
much-anticipated I Am Legend sequel Richard Williams in King Richard, and he
was subsequently recognised in the Best
One of the first images of Yoon as a Coach ambassador. – Actor category in the 2022 Oscar
COACH nominations.
HOLLYWOOD was abuzz with Jordan himself grabbed attention last
Yoon Chan Young named news that Will Smith and times. year chiefly for starring in Without
Coach ambassador Michael B. Jordan are teaming I Am Legend, based on Richard Remorse and A Journal for Jordan, as well
up for the I Am Legend sequel. as vocally reprising the character
THE South Korean drama series All of Us Are Dead was a Matheson’s 1954 novel, has long been one Killmonger for two episodes of Marvel’s
major breakthrough hit for Netflix, earning its cast of of Smith’s proudest achievements as an animated What If… ? series and cameoing
young actors a following in countries around the world. Smith, 53, and Jordan, 35, will not only actor thanks to its small moments.
star in the Warner Bros. film, but they are For most of the film, he had nothing to in Space Jam: A New Legacy.
Recently, one of the lead actors, Yoon Chan Young, also set to co-produce, Deadline reports.
was named Coach’s first ambassador for South Korea, The report went on to say that Jordan
cementing his status as a rising international star. will produce alongside Elizabeth Raposo
under Outlier Society, while Smith, Jon
His partnership will include advertising campaigns Mone, and Ryan Shimazaki will serve as
for leather goods, ready-to-wear and footwear producers for Westbrook Studios.
beginning with the Spring 2022 season. Yoon’s debut Akiva Goldsman, who co-wrote the
for the fashion house recently introduced images of the original film, is also on board to pen the
actor in Coach’s Spring 2022 denim Signature ready-to- sequel. A director has not been named yet.
wear and Hitch backpack. Smith confirmed the news with an
Instagram post of a deserted street,
In a press released released by Coach to herald his reminiscent of the original 2007 film,
appointment, Yoon said: “I’m thrilled to be an tagging Jordan in the photo.
ambassador for Coach, a brand that perfectly fits my The film, which starred Smith in the
personal style and inspires me. I’m excited to be part of leading role, brought in more than $585
the house’s story for Spring and to collaborate with million (RM2.44 billion) worldwide.
Stuart Vevers and the teams going forward.”Vevers is Details are currently thin on the
the creative director for the brand. ground, but among the things the follow-
up will have to do is resurrect Smith’s
The press release further went on to describe Yoon character, who famously sacrificed himself
as a star who “embodies Coach’s values, championing at the climax of the film to save two of the
optimism and the courage to be one’s authentic self”. only other humans left on a planet whose
population was wiped out by a super-virus, Jordan (left) and Smith will be joining forces for the sequel of the blockbuster film I Am
Hopefully this will be just the first step in the a particular pertinent storyline for current Legend. – AFP/AP
talented young actor’s future international career.

Curtis (left) and The Boys star arrested in Spain
Lohan have
maintained a ACTOR Antony Starr, who shot to sentence.
close friendship fame for playing the villain However, the New Zealand Herald
since working Homelander in The Boys, was arrested
together in this week in Alicante, Spain for assault. reported that Starr assaulted a young
Freaky Friday. – chef while inebriated at a pub in
AFP La Información, Alicante’s biggest Alicante. The 21-year-old chef was
local newspaper, reported that Starr reportedly punched twice by Starr. A
was given a 12-month suspended glass also reportedly factored into the
prison sentence with a US$5,464.97 assault, although it’s unclear at this
(RM22,818.71) fine. time whether the glass was smashed
in the chef’s face or thrown at the
Information about the arrest has chef.
been scant. The Alicante police
department declined to comment on The actor has been in Spain over
the reasons for Starr’s arrest, nor the last month filming Guy Ritchie’s
would it confirm his one-year new action movie, which has Jake
Gyllenhaal headlining.
suspended
Starr’s arrest occurred just over a
Curtis praises Lohan’s Hollywood return week before Amazon Prime Video is
JAMIE LEE Curtis is showing her support for her have traded in “DUIs for DIYs,” revealing a scene scheduled to bring The Boys to SXSW
Freaky Friday co-star Lindsay Lohan as she steps of her bedazzling Danny Trejo’s ankle monitor with an extensive presence that
back into the spotlight. bracelet. includes panels, immersive fan
experiences and more.
Curtis, who portrayed Lohan’s mother in the “We’re in contact, and the fact that she can
2003 body-switching film, spoke to People about poke fun at herself a little [means] we can all poke Starr’s cast members Karl Urban,
the actress, who is next starring in a Netflix fun at ourselves, believe me,” Curtis continued. Laz Alonso, Karen Fukuhara, Jessie T.
Christmas movie after leaving Hollywood “Show business is very difficult, and being in front Usher, Chace Crawford and Jensen
following a tumultuous decade. of the tabloid press is very difficult, it’s really Ackles are scheduled to be in
brutal. So God bless her.” attendance at the festival alongside
The Halloween actress said of Lohan: “She is a series creator Eric Kripke.
great talent. And she’s had a lot on her plate at a In October 2021 interview with Yahoo, Curtis
very young age. It seems like she is settling into a confirmed she and Lohan are still in contact over Starr had not been set to appear at
really happy domestic life – she’s engaged.” text – and that they even have a secret code to SXSW because filming on Ritchie’s
make sure they’re texting the correct person. movie continues through this month.
In November 2021, Lohan took to Instagram to
announce her engagement to her boyfriend of two This isn’t the first time Curtis has defended her Currently, there has been no
years, Bader Shammas, captioning the post: “My former co-star. In 2016, Curtis defended Lohan comment on the situation by
love. My life. My family. My future.” after degrading comments made by then- representatives of Starr, Amazon or
presidential nominee Donald Trump The Boys studio Sony Television.
Curtis, who like Lohan has been open about her resurfaced.
struggles with substance abuse, also applauded Starr was arrested and convicted of
Lohan for her recent Planet Fitness Super Bowl Lohan later told Entertainment assault while in Spain late last
commercial, which referenced her troubles with Tonight that she was grateful for her week. – AFP
the law. “onscreen mum” coming to her
defense.
In one scene, The Parent Trap star is said to

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Celebrating strongEncanto is a charming movie about an ordinary girl with an extraordinary family. womenMei Lee has to juggle life and occasionally turning into a giant red panda.
redefines strong female characters. As a bounty
hunter and elite mercenary, Fennec worked her
way up to become a notable presence in the
galaxy’s criminal underworld, building a
reputation for herself as an expert fighter and
manipulator, able to stand her ground against
Over the course of this exciting series, we see the Mandalorian alongside the renowned
o #BREAKTHEBIAS: Incredible heroines who defy the odds her evolve from a feisty troublemaker into a bounty hunter Boba Fett as they attempt to
strong and mature woman who isn’t afraid to navigate through the criminal underworld
THIS year on International Women’s stand up against injustice. Despite wrongful unscathed.
Day, come together with your friends explores the hilarious escapades of a teenager accusations and uncertainties, we see this Playing the strong and capable role of
and family as we #BreaktheBias and as well as the heartwarming relationship young woman finally take charge of her life
celebrate all the different women in our between mother and daughter as they try to without giving in. Fennec Shand is none other than Ming-Na
navigate the chaos of Mei Lee’s adolescence. Wen, who earned her reputation as a Disney
Watch as Chae Soo-Bin stars alongside Kang legend by being the only person to earn the
lives who inspire us to be bold, both in real life Daniel in this coming-of-age story spiced with Disney trifecta for voicing Mulan in the 1998
and on screen. Mirabel Madrigal – Encanto crime and romance. animated film, playing a leading role in Marvel’s
From regular girls-next-door to tough-as- Growing up in a large family of gifted people Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D and now starring as the
nails assassins, whether they have magical can have its perks, but not so much when you’re Jung Sae-Byeok – Grid master assassin in the Star Wars series.
powers or get things done through a the only one without a special talent. Despite An imaginative young girl turned hotshot
combination of determination, wits and being the odd one out, Mirabel’s optimistic detective, Jung Sae-Byeok faces an Valerie Taylor – Playing With Sharks
bravery, check out these incredible heroines of spirit and empathetic nature has never faltered, unprecedented case when a mysterious A skilled diver and spearfisher-turned-
all ages on Disney+ Hotstar as they continue to as she continues to do her best to make her presence from the past abets a murder case. conservationist, Valerie Taylor is a living legend
reach for their goals and dare to defy the odds. family proud – and eventually becomes the only Despite having her own agenda, Jung Sae- and pioneer in the world of underwater
one who can keep them together through their Byeok joins forces with Kim Sae-ha to hunt filmmaking and shark research, having
Mei Lee – Turning Red toughest times. down this mystical ‘ghost’ that was once the dedicated her career towards educating the
Many of us are all too familiar with the struggles Nominated for Best Animated Feature Film, reason the world was saved from catastrophic world on the nature of sharks.
of having to meet our parents’ expectations and Best Original Score and Best Original Song for solar winds. As a young woman, she was a trailblazer in
sometimes all-too-strict rules while growing up. the 94th Oscars, Encanto weaves a charming Starring powerhouse actresses Kim A-Joong spearfishing in a sport dominated by men, but
For 13-year-old Mei Lee, things are that much tale about an ordinary girl in an extraordinary and Lee Si-Young, this female-studded cast is a one encounter with a shark shifted her
more complicated when she has to juggle all family … all with a little musical flair. great watch to boost your confidence this perspective forever. Now in her 80s, Valerie
that, plus having to keep the secret of a family International Women’s Day. Be sure to catch proclaims she will continue to dive till she’s
curse – whenever she gets excited or emotional Go Eun-gang – Rookie Cops new episodes every Wednesday as the mystery stuck in a wheelchair.
(which is nearly all the time for a teenager!), she A love-struck girl who follows her crush to join unfolds! Playing With Sharks is a jaw-dropping
‘poofs’ into a giant red panda! the Police Academy, Go Eun-gang proves that documentary about the woman who continues
Premiering March 11 exclusively on Disney+ having a soft nature doesn’t mean you’re an Fennec Shand – The Book of Boba Fett to conquers life and age to live out her passion
Hotstar, Disney and Pixar’s Turning Red easy target. Highly skilled and ruthless, Fennec Shand and dreams in the water.

Rookie Cops is a Ming-Na Wen’s Fennec
coming-of-age story Shand is so tough, she
that captures the easily wins the respect
spirit, challenges and trust of Boba Fett.
and passion of
youth.

Grid is an exciting
series that is
packed with
mystery.

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Pang (left) offers
some important
advice for those
who are currently in
a relationship with a
person living with a
bipolar or mental
disorder.

How to handle a bipolar ex – the
case of Kim Kardashian
RECENTLY, celebrity news has been and grounded.
dominated by the Kim Kardashian – social media, it does indicate symptoms of one extreme of mood. It is also useful to: “I am not sure about what her current
Kanye (or Ye) divorce saga. In bipolar disorder. However, it cannot be 0 Encourage your partner to seek professional
summary, what has come to light are: concluded solely based on media presentation help; relationship with Kanye is like, but hopefully,
Kanye has been accusing Kim of kidnapping his as there are maybe other unknown facts and 0 Accept and understand your own limits; she can continue to be his friend and be
children or preventing him from seeing them, details.” 0 Be patient and accepting; mindful about the things that trigger him.
criticised her relationship with her current What causes bipolar disorder? What are the 0 Seek to understand and find out more about
boyfriend Pete Davidson, questioned her triggers that will ‘set off’ an episode? his/her disorder/ difficulty. “However, at this point, it seems like
parenting, insulted Pete repeatedly on social “There are some risk factors that may cause whatever Kim’s response is, it will most likely be
media and asked his followers to yell at Pete on bipolar disorder, such as environmental “While I encourage the person to also a trigger to Kanye – hence he screenshots their
his behalf. Additionally, he believes that he is stressors, genetics (you may find a relative who persuade the partner to seek professional help, texts and exposes them on social media. So part
fighting for his family and that God will bring has this disorder if you trace your family understandably social stigma or self-pride of me is glad that she remained quiet about this
him and Kim back together. history), chemical imbalances in the body, or would be a challenge as it really depends on issue on social media.
changes in the brain. how the individual perceives mental illness in
Kanye has previously been transparent general and the idea of seeking help. “Because the danger of this medium is that it
about his bipolar disorder, and has apparently “Some triggers include stress, lack of rest or is not about the intentions that you have when
said he has stopped taking medication. sleep, breakdowns in relationships or divorce, “One tip to help persuade a loved one is to you make your statements, but about how those
alcohol, drugs, the weather (winter tends to be demonstrate how much this therapy means to statements are perceived – as readers will
Kim has largely remained silent on this issue more depressing), pregnancy (because of the the relationship. Another way is to let them always interpret their own meanings, and make
on social media, except for one post where she change in hormones), loss of job, loss of any know that you don’t know how to support the their own assumptions.
says Kanye is making co-parenting sort, financial stress, and environmental and other half (who has the issue) and you want to
“impossible”. external pressures such as the pandemic.” know how to assist them, hence you require “It’s tricky to say whether she should
If you’re in a committed relationship with their ‘assistance’ and you are willing to be there continue to engage or respond to Kanye
Below is a conversation with Taylor’s someone who has bipolar, what can you do to at therapy with them. because if Kanye is bipolar, whether she replies
University Psychology lecturer Pang Chia Yee, help him/her and work towards a strong or not, it can still trigger his mood swings.
who specialises in sex and relationships. relationship? “Also note that finding a suitable therapist is
How can you tell if your bf / gf / spouse has “Identify things that trigger them and hopefully, important, so if your partner does not ‘click’ “I would evaluate the situation and their
bipolar disorder – what are some of the red they will be honest and open up to you through with the therapist or psychiatrist, find another current condition of the relationship, not from
flags to look out for? sharing their ups and downs. Do not take it one.” social media’s perspective but as individuals.
“First of all, we need to understand that bipolar personally or blame yourself when they are in If say Kim came to you for advice on what to How Kim thinks and feels about Kanye as a
disorder is a spectrum, meaning it can range do right now, what are some tips/steps you person or as the dad to her children, matters.”
from mild to severe. There are also a few types would tell her to do? If an ex-partner or ex-spouse with bipolar or
of bipolar disorder according to the DSM-V “I would say to continue to keep herself calm mental health disorders starts to escalate in
(Diagnostic Statistical Manual – Five). their actions towards us, what should we do –
how would we know if it has reached a
“Generally, a bipolar sufferer will shift from dangerous level and professional help/ legal
extreme highs (also known as mania) to methods are needed?
extreme lows (as known as depression) – or “Always remember that your safety comes first.
vice-versa, with the presence of a ‘normality’ If your ex-partner or ex-spouse with bipolar or
mood in between the two extremes. mental health disorders starts to be physical or
verbally abusive or aggressive towards you, you
“Some possible red flags to look out for are: need to inform the authorities (police officers),
0 Alcohol or Drug abuse; your family, and neighbours. As for professional
0 Reckless spending; help, you do not need to wait till the situation
0 Frequent mood swings becomes dangerous to seek help.”
I know of people who have very bad and
“However, in the context of a relationship, do sudden tempers, and they overreact to the
note that it is harder for you to put the pieces smallest issues. Is this a symptom of bipolar
together and identify that your partner has disorder?
bipolar disorder as compared to a third party. “It’s hard to make a conclusion based on just
Such disorders require a professional diagnosis, these statements, and more investigation is
rather than a partner potentially mislabelling needed. Sometimes these behaviours develop
the other in the relationship.” from certain causes, such as pent-up
Would you say that the things Kanye is doing emotions/stress or childhood trauma, and may
to Kim (and Pete) right now are symptoms of not necessarily be a disorder.
his disorder, or are people reading too much
into it? Are there other factors playing a part “However, it’s possible for bipolar disorders
aside from the disorder itself? to develop depending on how these stressors
“Based on the presentation highlighted by have impacted the brain over time.”

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█ BY MARIETTA MU

GROWING up, you might
have seen distinctively
beige natural luffa sponges
in your house, but perhaps
you didn’t know what they were for.
If you asked your mother, she might
tell you that they were for dry
brushing. So, what is dry brushing?

Dry brushing is a type of
Ayurvedic practice that has been
around for centuries. Practitioners of
dry brushing rub a brush with
coarse, natural-fibre bristles over
their bodies in a particular pattern.
The idea is that the coarse fibres will
help to remove dead skin and
improve the skin’s ability to
eliminate toxins through the pores.

It’s believed to have many health
benefits including stimulating the
lymphatic system, exfoliating the
skin, helping the body rid itself of
toxins, increasing circulation and
energy, and breaking down cellulite,
but how much of it is true?

Detoxifying the skin Dry brushing can be an indulgent and relaxing process, but always listen to your skin. – 123RF
The mechanical action of dry
brushing is excellent for exfoliating That dry brush glow
rough, dry skin. Dry brushing
unclogs pores in the exfoliation o This article talks about the benefits of dry brushing
process and increases your blood and clarifies what it actually does and what it doesn’t do
circulation. However, there are no
claims of it promoting lymph build up of proteins called Keratin in eliminating the top layer of the skin, Remember to
flow/drainage. Even so, dry brushing the pores. And because of this, it it encourages cell turnover and helps dry your brush
can feel good since it’s like a blocks growing hair follicles which diminish the appearance of bumps
massage. It can leave you feeling results in painless tiny bumps that and rough patches. in an open,
invigorated like a massage often mostly appear around the upper The risks of dry brushing sunny area to
does. arms, cheeks or buttocks. They’re People with open or inflamed skin,
Giving your skin a more radiant usually brown or red bumps – including people with eczema and prevent
glow depending on your skin colour – that psoriasis, should avoid dry brushing mildew. –
Removing dead skin cells can help usually don’t hurt or itch. over the inflamed area. That’s
make your skin smoother and softer. because those skin conditions are PEXELS
It can also give your skin a brighter Usually, Keratosis Pilaris fades essentially open wounds and you
appearance temporarily. Besides when you reach age 30, but it can could introduce bacteria to the
that, dry brushing is gentler on your flare up during hormonal changes wound, which could lead to
skin than scrubbing in the shower, as like pregnancy or puberty. That’s infection.
hot water inflames your skin and where dry brushing comes in. By
even strips away oils, fats and effectively removing dead skin and
proteins that keep your skin healthy,
which can cause redness and
itching. Brushing your skin while it is
dry allows you to exfoliate and
increase blood circulation without
robbing it of moisture the way it
would if you were to exfoliate under
hot water.
Getting rid of Keratosis Pilaris
Take note that there is no proof or
supporting claims that dry brushing
your skin reduces cellulite or the
appearance of cellulite, as cellulite is
due to fat and collagen bands under
the skin. However, many have
praised dry brushing for removing
Keratosis Pilaris. Keratosis Pilaris, or
commonly called ‘chicken skin,’ is a

Use a natural How to dry brush? irritation.
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handle so That way, you’ll be able to reach all help remove the dry skin. Make sure
that you can areas of your body. you rinse your brush after you have
reach all completed your brushing routine
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A step forward in cancer research
o Malaysian team
develop a new tool to
detect breast cancer
genes in Asian women

IN line with this year’s The authors of the manuscript. collaboration with Cancer Research knowing that a patient has a BRCA to set up similar clinics.”
International Women’s Day Institute of Singapore commented: Malaysia and the funding from the mutation may alter their surgical Associate Professor Mikael
theme, Break The Bias, Cancer “This collaborative research that took Wellcome Trust and the European management. For instance, a patient
Research Malaysia joined the place between Malaysia and Commission, we have been able to with a BRCA mutation has a 50% Hartman, Senior Consultant at the
mission to assist women to be in a Singapore hospitals allowed us to widen the research to Asian likelihood of developing breast National University Hospital added:
position of power to make informed gather test data from a multi-ethnic populations.” cancer on the opposite breast. An “Currently, we refer patients for
decision about their health through population of Malay, Chinese and acceptable prevention strategy is to genetic counselling and testing based
the development of ARiCa – Asian Indian breast cancer patients. This Professor Antonis Antoniou, remove both breasts with an option of on age and family history of cancer
Genetic Risk Calculator. This new ensures that the tool developed University of Cambridge, the lead immediate breast reconstruction. But due to the lower median age of
tool enables women with a breast performs equally well across Asian developer of the BOADICEA and because a BRCA carrier also has a 30- cancer diagnosis among Asian
cancer diagnosis to determine their ethnic subgroups.” CanRisk tool in European women 40% risk of developing ovarian women. These exacerbate the
likelihood of inheriting a faulty added: “Tools like CanRisk are now cancer, removal of the ovaries can be challenges in access to genetic testing
BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene, tumour Professor Douglas Easton, widely used in Europe, North done at the same time. In addition to even in developed Asian countries
suppressor genes that help keep Director of the Centre for Cancer America, Australia, and other changing the available surgical like Singapore. Therefore, a
breast, ovarian and other types of Genetic Epidemiology, University of countries. This research points the options, medical practitioners can population-specific tool like ARiCa
cells from growing and dividing too Cambridge and co-lead of the study way on how we can adapt CanRisk for also prescribe the patient with a new that enables more accurate
rapidly or in an uncontrolled way. explained: “Until recently more than more accurate risk assessment in class of drugs called PARP inhibitors identification of mutation carriers
90% of genetic studies have been women from Asian countries. The that targets the BRCA mutation to can help to meet the increased
When it comes to breast cancer, conducted in European women. In information may be particularly improve survival in carriers with early demand for cancer genetics services.”
data shows that 1 in 25 patients this study, we were able to develop a important for adapting the tools for and late stages of breast cancer. Since
inherited a faulty BRCA gene. Prior to tool for predicting the chance of low- and middle-income countries we cannot provide cancer genetics The study was published in the
this research, breast cancer patients carrying a fault in BRCA1 or BRCA2 in where the funding and infrastructure services for all patients, ARiCa can prestigious Journal of Clinical
were only offered a test if they were Asian women. Our study highlights may not be able to support screening help us to identify patients that need Oncology. Its findings will inform
diagnosed at a young age, or had the importance of doing research in for every woman.” to be referred for genetic counselling doctors, clinicians, and patients on
close relatives with breast or ovarian diverse populations in order to and testing.” better methods to enable women to
cancer. But because age and family ensure that the discoveries made in Dato’ Dr Yip Cheng Har, understand their likelihood of
history alone does not accurately Precision Medicine can benefit all Consultant Breast Surgeon at Subang Professor Dr Nur Aishah Mohd inheriting a faulty BRCA1 or BRCA2
predict the likelihood of carrying a populations equitably. We are Jaya Medical Centre elaborated: Taib, Head of the University Malaya gene.
faulty gene, many gene carriers are delighted that through the “From the clinical perspective, Cancer Research Institute,
not offered the genetic test, missing emphasised: “Prophylactic surgery For BRCA carriers like Angelina
the opportunity for life-saving and targeted therapy may not be Jolie, knowing their lifetime risk could
treatments in patients and prevention routinely available in government- mean making different decisions
strategies in close relatives. funded and public hospitals, but about prevention in consultation
knowing the BRCA mutation status is with a specialist.
To overcome this challenge, a important for patients and family
number of mutation prediction tools members. This is in order for them to This was made possible thanks to
have been developed, but the be aware of their individual risk that the support of research grants and
majority of them are built for enables early detection of cancer and charitable funding from the
European women and are less other risk management strategies. At Wellcome Trust, Yayasan Sime
accurate for women of Asian descent. University Malaya, we have set up a Darby, Yayasan PETRONAS, Estee
As a result, Asian patients and their risk management clinic for more than Lauder Group of Companies, Khind
family members miss out on the 10 years to help affected and Starfish Foundation, Malaysian
opportunity of being aware of their unaffected carriers get access to risk- Ministry of Higher Education High
genetic risk status, thereby losing the reducing strategies and we hope tools Impact Research Grant, National
possibility for cancer prevention and like ARiCa will enable other hospitals Research Foundation Singapore,
accurate treatment selection. National University of Singapore,
National Medical Research Council,
To tackle this challenge, Cancer and Cancer Research UK.
Research Malaysia collaborated with
the University of Cambridge, “As a first author of this study, I feel
Universiti Malaya, Subang Jaya privileged to have this paper
Medical Centre, the University of published in a high impact journal
Nottingham, the Genome Institute of and this would not have been
Singapore, National University of possible without The Malaysian
Singapore, National University Breast Cancer Genetic Study
Hospital, KK Women’s and Children’s (MyBrCa), The Singapore Breast
Hospital, Tan Tock Seng Hospital, Cancer Cohort Study (SGBCC), and
National Cancer Centre Singapore, long-standing collaborations — at
Singapore General Hospital, and local and international levels,”
Changi General Hospital, to analyse expressed Dr Ang Boon Hong,
BRCA1 and BRCA2 in more than Postdoctoral Scientist at Cancer
8,000 breast cancer patients from Research Malaysia.
Malaysia and Singapore. The results
were then used to develop a tool to Read the study at
provide women with an individual ascopubs.org/doi/abs/10.1200/JCO.
likelihood of being a faulty BRCA
carrier. 21.01647
More information on BRCA testing:
Professor Datin Paduka Dr Teo www.embracingbrca.cancerresearch
Soo Hwang, OBE, Chief Scientific
Officer at Cancer Research Malaysia, .my
who led the study, said: “Using Get genetic counselling:
criteria such as age and the presence www.embracingbrca.cancerresearch
of family history of breast cancer, we .my or call 012 374 7426 or 016 363
estimate that each year, nearly 4,000
newly diagnosed breast cancer 4742.
patients in Malaysia would need
genetic counselling and testing, but
they often don’t consider a genetic
test because most assume that they
are unlikely to have inherited a faulty
gene. With ARiCa, we can now give
each woman their individual
likelihood of being a BRCA carrier so
that they can be empowered to make
informed choices about their health
and healthcare practitioners can
provide more accurate treatment
plans for their patients.”

Dr Jingmei Li, co-principal
investigator from the Genome

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Warne’s family ‘shattered’ by his death: manager

322 Notices SHANE WARNE’S family has been “shattered” Credited with reviving the art of leg spin, white buns with butter and lasagne stuffed in
by the sudden death of the Australian cricket Warne made his test debut in 1992 against the middle or he would be having black and
great, and his children are in “complete shock,” India, kicking off a 15-year international career. green juices.”
his long-time manager, James Erskine, said
yesterday. Warne was rated as one of the five greatest He said that “obviously”Warne smoked most
players of the 20th century by Wisden of his life. In Melbourne, some of the tributes
One of the finest bowlers of all time whose Cricketers’ Almanack, but the wily spinner’s hard laid at the statue of Warne in front of the
talent and personality transcended cricket, living often made tabloid headlines as well. Melbourne Cricket Ground were cigarettes.
Warne died of a suspected heart attack at the
age of 52 on Friday, a day after arriving on Thai police said Warne experienced chest “I think it was just a massive heart attack,”
Thailand’s island of Koh Samui for a vacation. pains before his death and had asthma and Erskine said.
some heart issues. They were not treating his
“The three children are in a complete shock,” death as suspicious. Thai police interviewed Warne’s travel
Erskine told the Nine Network’s Today morning companions for information.
show yesterday. “Keith, Shane’s father, is a pretty strong
individual, but like everybody, he’s just Warne was discovered unconscious in his
“I spoke to them yesterday and… Jackson shattered, they can’t believe what’s happened,” room in a villa he shared with three associates
just said, ‘We expect him to walk in the door. Erskine said. in the Bo Phut area of the popular holiday
This is like a bad dream’.” island.
“He did go on these ridiculous sort of diets,
Warne had Jackson, Summer and Brooke and he was just finished with one,” Erskine “We really just want to get Shane home,” said
with Simone Callahan, to whom he was married added. Andrew Neophitou, one of the friends, the
for 10 years until they divorced in 2005. Sydney Morning Herald reported. “That’s all we
“It was a bit all or nothing. It was either want to do.” – Reuters

The showman who
changed cricket

TITIAN ASPIRASI IN THE HIGH COURT OF Honest and genuine, competitive and
(M) SDN BHD MALAYA AT JOHOR BAHRU gloriously talented, Shane Warne left behind
Company No a different, better sport to the one he found
199301029336 COMPANIES
(284075-U) WINDING-UP NO.: LONG after the devastating news of individuality was only allowed on someone least taken some cursory steps on the straight
(IN VOLUNTARY JA-28NCC-131-11/2021 Shane Warne’s passing had been else’s terms. And across more than 30 years, he and narrow. He accepted money from a bookie
LIQUIDATION) In the matter of the confirmed on Friday, as various clips of made very few apologies for embracing his in 1995 in exchange for information.
Companies Act, 2016 his best work racked up their shares and maverick ways within its conservative
NOTICE is hereby given that, teammates and opponents found the words to parameters. Later he was given a year ban after testing
pursuant to Section 459(1) and share their grief, it still did not feel real. positive for a banned diuretic, which he claims
(b) of the Companies Act, In the matter of DKTMG It was no different off the field, and very was the result of taking a “fluid tablet” his
2016, a final meeting of the An icon of cricket, a totem of world-class public issues in his private life made him a mother had given him in order to lose weight.
members of Titian Aspirasi Land Sdn Bhd sport and a bastion of Australiana had died at tabloid’s dream. Somehow he was always able
(M) Sdn Bhd (“Company”) (Company no. 983211-D) the age of 52 of a suspected heart attack. to shut out the noise, and success on the field Throw in the salacious anecdotes, as many
will be held at No. 1, Tingkat was testament to that. truths as falsehoods fashioned from those
1, Persiaran Golf, Saujana NOTICE OF THE FIRST And yet, as the news rides the waves back truths, and it was clear he was far from perfect.
Resort, Seksyen U2, 40150 MEETING OF CREDITORS and forth in your mind, it is followed by the He saved his best work for England, with 195 But he never claimed or tried to be.
Shah Alam, Selangor Darul AND CONTRIBUTORIES most flawed of denials. Shane Warne can’t die. dismissals in 36 Tests across eight Ashes series.
Ehsan on Friday, 8 April 2022 TAKE NOTICE that the First Warne was divorced from wife Simone
at 10.00 am to receive an Meeting of Creditors and He can’t die because, well, what does cricket Even in the only one he lost, in 2005, he was Callahan, with whom he had three children.
account from the liquidators Contributories in the above have left? It was there before him, but has not the best on show, taking 40 wickets at an
showing the manner in matter will be held at Unit been the same since a cherubic figure made his average of 19, even contributing 249 runs (at His former fiancee, actress Elizabeth Hurley,
which the winding up has 1128, 11th Floor, Block A, debut in 1991. 27.66 a pop). paid tribute on Instagram on Saturday: “I feel
been conducted and to hear Damansara Intan, No.1 Jalan like the sun has gone behind a cloud forever,“
explanations that may be SS20/27, 47400 Petaling Jaya, Warney was his own era, so much greater That it will endure as one of the greatest she wrote. “RIP my beloved Lionheart.”
given by the liquidators. Selangor Darul Ehsan on the than the 708 and 293 wickets across 145 Tests series is largely down to jeopardy he almost
A member entitled to 16th March 2022 at 11.00 am and 194 one-day internationals. single-handedly provided. India batting great Sachin Tendulkar wrote
attend and vote at the and that you are required to on Twitter of his ex-rival: “Shocked, stunned &
above meeting is entitled attend there at and give such More than the commentator whose words, Kevin Pietersen, a close friend, often cites miserable… Will miss you Warnie. There was
to appoint a proxy to attend information at the meeting as however ridiculous, resonated through every Warne’s guidance at Hampshire, and indeed never a dull moment with you around.”
and vote instead of him. A may be required. corridor and chamber. He was as much the during Pietersen’s breakthrough in 2005.
proxy need not be a member Dated this 07th March 2022 man of here and now as there and then. Pakistan leader and ex-player Imran Khan
of the Company. Chang Chee Ching Jos Buttler credited his return to the Test side paid his respects to “a bowling genius”, while
Liquidator The best leg spinner and unquestionably in 2018 to time spent under Warne’s guidance former Australia teammate Adam Gilchrist said
BY ORDER OF THE A member entitled to attend the greatest showman. That it will go on at Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier he was “numb”.
LIQUIDATORS and to vote at the meeting is without him is unfathomable. The electricity League.
entitled to appoint a proxy to has been cut off from the block, and darkness Warne’s death also saw tributes from Rolling
Khoi Hoay Ling & attend and to vote for and on closes in. “He just gave me huge amounts of Stones frontman Mick Jagger, superstar singer
Karen Yong Syew Ciin his/her behalf. In such event, confidence,” said Buttler during an interview in Ed Sheeran as well as Australian Hollywood
the Proxy Form should be Australians grew up wanting to be Warne. So 2019. “And it felt genuine.” royalty Russell Crowe and Hugh Jackman.
Shah Alam, lodged 48 hours before the did the English. What he did with the leg spin –
Selangor Darul Ehsan meeting which is on 14th not just with untold skill from durable wrists, This St Kilda beach kid who just wanted to In a complicated world, that honesty was
Dated: 7 March 2022 March 2022 at 11.00am at the but great theatre – changed it immeasurably. enjoy himself was able to do exactly that while regarded as a virtue for one who achieved so
address as stated above. playing the most serious of sports at the most much. He leaves this plane having changed
It is no stretch to say he also revolutionised serious of levels. He drank, he smoked, he cricket for the better.
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REAL MADRID enjoyed the perfect Real ruthless in midweek but this was a particularly
preparation for Paris Saint-Germain by Madrid warm up for PSG game with encouraging performance from Ancelotti’s
thrashing Real Sociedad 4-1 yesterday impressive win against Sociedad attack, which was far more dynamic after
to move eight points clear at the top of struggling for goals in recent weeks.
La Liga. mostly empty, Madrid’s players came back out Everything seems easier with the 36-year-old
onto the pitch to salute the ultras behind the Modric, whose own wonder-goal was the “This is a game of 180 minutes,” the coach
Madrid had to come from behind at the goal. highlight of another mesmeric display, for told his players.
Santiago Bernabeu as two scintillating long- which he earned a standing ovation from the
range strikes from Eduardo Camavinga and “The thanks to the fans was an idea that home crowd in the second half. On Thursday they will have to prove it, but
Luka Modric turned the game on its head, came from the players,” said Ancelotti. “After Los Blancos are in good spirits and with a clear
before a Karim Benzema penalty and a tap-in this game they believe more in what we can do Kylian Mbappe, Lionel Messi and Neymar change in their system of play.
for Marco Asensio completed an emphatic on Wednesday.” will provide a sterner test for Madrid’s back four
victory. Their legs seem to be responding, and this is
evident in the fact that they’ve been performing
Camavinga’s strike, his second goal for well in the second half of matches.
Madrid, was timely given the 19-year-old may
have to start against PSG on Thursday (4am Ancelotti and his men know that they have to
inMalaysia), with Toni Kroos, absent here, press against PSG, something they showed
struggling with a hamstring strain. against Rayo Vallecano in part and in full
against Real Sociedad, a team that was unable
“Camavinga is definitely an option,” said to overcome the pressure.
Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti.
Benzema looks sharp again after recovering
Madrid are tasked with overturning a 1-0 from his own hamstring injury last month.
deficit from the first leg in Paris if they are to Benzema has three goals in his last three games,
reach the quarterfinals. and had two disallowed against La Real before
finally scoring from the spot.
At the end of the game and with the stadium
Victory extends Madrid’s advantage at the
5428/2022 06/03/2022 (SUN) top of La Liga after second-placed Sevilla were
held to a goalless draw by Alaves on Saturday.

Real Sociedad could have gone third with a
win but they stay sixth, with qualification for the
Europa League looking more realistic now than
the Champions League. – AFP/Agencies

1390 Real Madrid’s Luka DrawDate:06/03/22(Sun) DrawNo:5375/22 Venue: PERAK TURF CLUB
3131 Modric (left)
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The 24-year-old has decided two survival bid with a 2-1 win over
straight matches after netting the Sampdoria which moved them seven
winning penalty in the 99th minute at points above Venezia.
Spezia last weekend and looks happy in
Rome after a difficult end to his time at Lautaro Martinez ended his goal
Chelsea under Thomas Tuchel. drought and Inter Milan’s four-game
winless run in Serie A with an excellent
“There was a low time in my career hattrick in a 5-0 thumping of bottom side
Salernitana. – AFP

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suffered a fourth defeat in five Bundesliga
won on 05/03/2022 ! Third-placed Leverkusen remain four matches, losing 1-0 at Wolfsburg.
points clear of fifth-placed Freiburg in the
race for a top-four finish and Champions Hertha Berlin remained in the
League qualification. relegation playoff spot after suffering a 4-1
home defeat by Eintracht Frankfurt, while
“The point is fine for both teams,” said bottom club Greuther Fuerth lost 2-1 at
Bayern coach Nagelsmann. “Thomas Bochum.
Muller isn’t happy, but he’s not super
depressed either. That happens to the Stuttgart dragged themselves to
best, it won’t knock him back in the long within a point of Hertha by coming back
term.” from two goals down to beat fellow
strugglers Borussia Moenchengladbach 3-
Nagelsmann added: “In the second 2. – AFP

RESULTS & STANDINGS LEEDS UNITED manager Jesse Marsch 23theSUN ON MONDAY | MARCH 7, 2022
suffered a 1-0 defeat at Leicester in his * SPORTS
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE: Leicester 1 first game in charge of the Premier
(Barnes 67) Leeds 0, Aston Villa 4 (Watkins 9, Luiz League strugglers. Leeds beaten
44, Coutinho 52, Ings 54) Southampton 0, Marsch has been hired to save Leeds from Marsch’s first game as boss ends in defeat
Burnley 0 Chelsea 4 (James 47, Havertz 53, 55, relegation after replacing Marcelo Bielsa.
Pulisic 69), Newcastle 2 (Fraser 12, Schar 14) charge of a Premier League club after Bob that Marsch may be able to help shore up Leeds’
Brighton 1 (Dunk 55), Norwich 1 (Pukki 90+2) But he was unable to spark an immediate Bradley’s brief spell at Swansea in 2016. defence but time is running out to keep them up.
Brentford 3 (Toney 32, 52-pen, 58-pen), Wolves 0 improvement in their fortunes as Harvey Barnes
Crystal Palace 2 (Mateta 19, Zaha 34-pen), bagged the winner in the 67th minute. The 48-year-old has already been derided in Making two changes to the Leeds line-up as
Liverpool 1 (Mane 27) West Ham 0. some quarters as Leeds’ own Ted Lasso, in Mateusz Klich and Rodrigo came in, Marsch
After a series of fine saves from Leicester reference to the hapless American appointed as nearly enjoyed a dream start when Daniel James
P W D L F A Pts keeper Kasper Schmeichel, Barnes struck with a manager of a fictional English team in a current forced a good save from Kasper Schmeichel early
Man City 27 21 3 3 64 17 66 cool finish from inside the area. television comedy show. on.
Liverpool 27 19 6 2 71 20 63
Chelsea 26 15 8 3 53 18 53 “After four days together and to have changed Few US coaches have succeeded in Europe Leeds fans sung about Bielsa throughout the
Man Utd 27 13 8 6 44 34 47 a lot of the tactics, I’m really proud of the group,” and Marsch acknowledged this week that the match, but Marsch’s name was also chanted by
West Ham 28 13 6 9 46 35 45 Marsch said. Lasso character added to the stigma as he the travelling hordes during their team’s
Arsenal 24 14 3 7 38 27 45 prepared for his first taste of the Premier League. promising start.
Tottenham 25 13 3 9 35 32 42 “We are getting to know each other. To play so
Wolves 27 12 4 11 24 23 40 well at a tough place, it doesn’t feel right that we Marsch, dismissed by RB Leipzig in Jamie Vardy was making his first start of 2022
Southampton 27 8 11 8 34 41 35 didn’t get what we deserved but that’s sport. A December after a disappointing five-month after coming off the bench to mark his return
Crystal Palace 28 7 12 9 39 38 33 big first step for us.” spell, has a massive job on his hands to change from a hamstring injury with a goal in Leicester’s
Aston Villa 26 10 3 13 37 37 33 perceptions while keeping Leeds afloat. midweek win at Burnley.
Leicester 25 9 6 10 40 43 33 Defeat was cruel on Marsch’s side, who
dominated for long periods, but Leeds have lost There were signs in this well-drilled display But Vardy’s presence couldn’t inspire
their last five games and sit just two points above Leicester in a spluttering first half for the Foxes.
the relegation zone.
Leeds hadn’t kept a clean-sheet since
Marsch is just the second American to take November and once again they were exposed at
the back as Barnes put Leicester ahead against
Brighton 27 7 12 8 26 32 33 the run of play in the 67th minute. – AFP
Newcastle 26 6 10 10 30 46 28
Brentford 28 7 6 15 30 45 27
Leeds 27 5 8 14 29 61 23
Everton 24 6 4 14 28 41 22
Burnley 26 3 12 11 22 36 21
Watford 26 5 4 17 25 47 19
Norwich 27 4 5 18 16 58 17

CHAMPIONSHIP: Fulham 2 Blackburn 0, Bristol Morison lauds
City 1 Birmingham 2, Derby 2 Barnsley 0, Hull 0 Cardiff star’s
West Brom 2, Middlesbrough 2 Luton 1, Preston stunning winner
2 Bournemouth 1, QPR 1 Cardiff 2, Reading 0
Millwall 1, Stoke 0 Blackpool 1, Swansea 3
Coventry 1, Huddersfield 3 Peterborough 0,
Sheffield United 1 Nottingham Forest 1.

TOP 5 P W D L F A Pts Rubin
Fulham 34 22 7 5 84 29 73 Colwill
Huddersfield 36 17 11 8 49 36 62
Bournemouth 32 18 7 7 52 29 61
Blackburn 35 16 9 10 46 36 57
QPR 35 16 8 11 50 41 56 CARDIFF CITY came back from 1-0 down to into the second tier of the stand. I’d much
win at the Kiyan Prince Foundation Stadium rather him hit the target three times, not
LA LIGA: Osasuna 1 (Avila 63) Villarreal 0, courtesy of goals from academy products score the free-kick and score those chances.
Espanyol 2 (Cabrera 18, Cabaco 27-og) Getafe 0, Isaak Davies and Rubin Colwill.
Valencia 3 (Guedes 48, Gomez 51, Soler 62-pen) “Let’s make sure we all relax. It was an
Granada 1 (Jaume 56-og), Real Madrid 4 Steve Morison has hailed Colwill’s unbelievable moment and it wins us the
(Camavinga 40, Modric 43, Benzema 76-pen, Marco stunning winner against QPR as an game tonight. Him and everyone else is
Asensio 79) Real Sociedad 1 (Oiarzabal 9-pen), “unbelievable moment”, but urged everyone really pleased.
Alaves 0 Sevilla 0. not to get carried away with the Bluebirds
youngster’s talent. “It was a real team effort.”
TOP 8 P W D L F A Pts Elsewhere, Fulham took another step
Real Madrid 27 19 6 2 56 21 63 It was a typical Colwill performance in closer to a return to the Premier League
Sevilla 27 15 10 2 39 18 55 many ways. He showed lots of class and after a 2-0 win over Blackburn yesterday
Betis 26 14 4 8 48 32 46 poise on the ball, but also produced took them nine points clear at the top of the
Barcelona 25 12 9 4 46 28 45 frustration-inducing moments throughout Championship.
Atlético 26 13 6 7 47 34 45 the contest. The London club strengthened their bid
Real Sociedad 27 12 8 7 28 29 44 for a top-two finish and automatic
Villarreal 27 11 9 7 47 26 42 While Morison was suitably impressed promotion thanks to first half goals from
Athletic Club 26 9 10 7 29 25 37 with the strike, he urged calm when it came Neeskens Kebano and Harry Wilson at
to heaping too much on the 19-year-old’s Craven Cottage.
SERIE A: Cagliari 0 Lazio 3 (Immobile 19-pen, shoulders. Steve Bruce enjoyed his first win as
Luis Alberto 42, Felipe Anderson 62), Roma 1 manager of West Brom at the sixth time of
(Abraham 32) Atalanta 0, Udinese 2 (Deulofeu 3, “It’s an unbelievable freekick,” Morison asking thanks to a 2-0 victory over former
Udogie 12) Sampdoria 1 (Caputo 13), Inter said after the win over QPR. “He was club Hull.
Milan 5 (Martinez 22, 40, 56, Dzeko 64, 69) fantastic in the game. At the bottom of the table, Derby
Salernitana 0. maintained their bid to escape relegation
“He needs to keep his feet on the floor with a 2-0 win over fellow strugglers
TOP 8 P W D L F A Pts and you lot [the press] need to keep your Barnsley. – AFP
Inter 27 17 7 3 60 22 58 feet on the floor.
Napoli 27 17 6 4 49 19 57
Milan 27 17 6 4 53 29 57 “He scored a really good goal. He also
Juventus 27 14 8 5 41 25 50 had three shots before that which all went
Atalanta 27 13 8 6 50 31 47
Roma 28 14 5 9 46 34 47 Lampard fears for Cole
Lazio 28 13 7 8 57 42 46
Fiorentina 26 13 3 10 45 36 42 █ CARL MARKHAM the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium buoyed by
EVERTON manager Frank Lampard does their midweek progress to a second
BUNDESLIGA: Bayern Munich 1 Bayer not expect a friendly welcome from successive FA Cup quarterfinal after victory
Leverkusen 1, RB Leipzig 1 Freiburg 1, VfL Tottenham’s fans as a former Chelsea player over non-league Boreham Wood.
Wolfsburg 1 Union Berlin 0, Hertha Berlin 1 – but he believes it will be worse for
Eintracht Frankfurt 4, VfL Bochum 2 Greuther assistant coach Ashley Cole. After making six changes for Thursday’s
Fuerth 1, VfB Stuttgart 3 Borussia Moencheng- game Lampard will restore his strongest
ladbach 2, Arminia Bielefeld 0 Augsburg 1, Rivalries will be renewed on Monday side, meaning January signing Nathan
Mainz vs Borussia Dortmund – postponed. night when Lampard and former Arsenal Patterson faces another spell on the
defender Cole arrive in north London. sidelines.
TOP 5 P W D L F A Pts
B. Munich 25 19 2 4 76 27 59 It is nothing Lampard cannot cope with, The former Rangers rightback, a January
Dortmund 24 16 2 6 64 37 50 however. signing late in the short-lived reign of Rafael
Leverkusen 25 13 6 6 64 40 45 Benitez, made his debut in midweek two
Leipzig 25 12 5 8 51 29 41 “I don’t expect a good reception – but months after arriving but a necessary
Freiburg 25 11 8 6 40 27 41 speaking to Ashley Cole he expects a worse tactical change meant he was hauled off at
reception than me!” he said. half-time.
FRENCH LIGUE 1: Lens 0 Brest 1, Nice 1 Paris
Saint-Germain 0, Lorient 1 Lyon 4. “It’s all good fun, I always enjoyed the “In my role unfortunately you have to
battles with Tottenham as a Chelsea player make decisions. Sometimes they’re not
TOP 5 P W D L F A Pts and West Ham player before that. emotional, they’re practical and it was
PSG 27 19 5 3 56 24 62 absolutely practical to have to change – and
Nice 27 15 5 7 38 21 49 “But it’s not part of my thinking, I’m Nathan was the choice,” added Lampard.
Marseille 26 13 8 5 39 24 47 actually not even considering the games I’ve
Rennes 26 13 4 9 51 25 43 played with or managed at Chelsea – it’s a “I thought he did OK in the game. I was
Strasbourg 26 12 7 7 48 31 43 completely different position. pleased for him to have his debut. We
brought him in for a reason and what
“You have to take the sting out of the Nathan will feel from myself and the staff is
opposition wherever you go, the focal point a real engagement and desire to work with
has to be us.” him.” – The Independent

Relegation-threatened Everton head to

MONDAY • MARCH 7, 2022 QUOTE OF THE DAY

The three children are in a complete shock.
I spoke to them yesterday and… Jackson
just said, ‘We expect him to walk in the door. This is
like a bad dream’. Keith, Shane’s father, is a pretty
strong individual, but like everybody, he’s just
shattered, they can’t believe what’s happened.”

James Erskine

Chelsea boost top-four bid after 4-0 rout against Burnley

Chelsea’s Kai Havertz CHELSEA ignored the drama over support and we should stand together.
(left) fights for the ball Roman Abramovich’s decision to sell It’s not the moment for other
with Burnley’s James the club as Kai Havertz inspired a 4-0 messages.”
Tarkowski during the rout of Premier League strugglers
English Premier League Burnley. Reece James put them ahead in the
match at Turf Moor 47th minute with a fierce finish.
yesterday. – AFPPIX All Premier League captains were
wearing armbands in Ukraine colours Havertz doubled the lead with a
this weekend and clubs held a minute’s header from Christian Pulisic’s cross five
applause in a show of solidarity with minutes later.
the country following Russia’s invasion.
The German forward, again
The war has indirectly taken a major replacing club record signing Romelu
toll on Chelsea, with Russian oligarch Lukaku, made it three goals in nine
Abramovich putting the club up for minutes with a close-range strike from
sale amid fears he may be sanctioned James’ cross.
by the British government for his
alleged links with Russian President Pulisic tapped in Chelsea’s fourth in
Vladimir Putin. the 69th minute from Saul Niguez’s
deflected cross.
Chelsea face an uncertain future in
the post-Abramovich era, putting Chelsea’s third successive league
pressure on Tuchel to keep the team on win moved them six points clear of
track during the transition to a new fourth-placed Manchester United.
owner.
“The team stepped up and didn’t
Qualifying for the Champions get distracted. They were ready to
League is essential to that ambition battle again. It shows their character
and third-placed Chelsea remain on and I’m very proud of them,”Tuchel
course after brushing aside third- said.
bottom Burnley at Turf Moor.
Ivan Toney’s hattrick lifted Brentford
Tuchel has slammed the Chelsea to their first win in 10 league games as
fans who chanted Abramovich’s name the Bees moved six points clear of the
during a minute’s applause for war-torn relegation zone with a 3-1 victory at
Ukraine. bottom-of-the-table Norwich.

Chelsea boss Tuchel was Christian Eriksen provided the assist
disappointed with the fans who chose for Toney’s opener in his first
not to respect the show of support for competitive start since suffering a
Ukraine. cardiac arrest playing for Denmark at
the last year’s European Championship.
“It’s not the moment to do this. If
we show solidarity we show solidarity Newcastle extended their unbeaten
and we should do it together,” he said. run to eight league games with goals
from Ryan Fraser and Fabian Schar
“We take the knee together. If an clinching a 2-1 win against Brighton at
important person from our club or St James’ Park.
another club unfortunately dies we
have a minute of respect. In severe relegation trouble when
Eddie Howe took over as manager,
“It is not the moment to give other Newcastle are now seven points above
messages. It’s the moment to show the bottom three.
respect. We want to do this. As a club
we need our fans to commit to this Aston Villa thrashed Southampton
minute of applause. 4-0 thanks to goals from Ollie Watkins,
Douglas Luiz, Philippe Coutinho and
“We do it for Ukraine and there is no Danny Ings.
second opinion about this situation.
They have our thoughts and our Jean-Philippe Mateta and Wilfried
Zaha scored in Crystal Palace’s 2-0
victory at Wolves. – AFP/Agencies

JURGEN KLOPP celebrated his side’s Lucky Reds
individual defending as being as good as a Liverpool survived a few scares to see off West Ham as
goal after they ground out a 1-0 win at Klopp felt the last-ditch defending was ‘like scoring a goal’
home over West Ham.
Sadio Mane scored the 27th-minute winner Moyes left Anfield without a win for the 18th fight for the title after City looked set to cruise Robertson.
but rightback Alexander-Arnold was the time, a Premier League record for one manager towards a fourth league win in five seasons at “I was hoping that it wasn’t too bad but what
architect of a victory which reduced at a single ground. the turn of the year.
Manchester City’s gap at the top of the Premier I didn’t like was he came off with no weight
League to three points. On the performance, which made it just two Liverpool roared out of the blocks and bearing. We will get him scanned.
wins in the last seven league matches to halt should have been in front within seconds when
The England defender provided a career- their progress towards the top four, Moyes said: Mohamed Salah fired wastefully straight at “It is not an obvious-looking injury, it looks
best 16th assist but also produced a brilliant “I thought we played better than we had done, Lukasz Fabianski with just the ‘keeper to beat. like he has been caught near the Achilles or the
goalline clearance to deny Pablo Fornals. the performance levels were much better. heel.”
West Ham were without the influential
And he was not alone in contributing to a “We found it difficult in the opening 15-20 presence of Declan Rice in midfield due to Liverpool went in front on 27 minutes when
clean sheet, with fellow fullback Andy minutes but I thought we grew into the game, illness, while Jarrod Bowen limped off early in Mane was in the right place to tap in Trent
Robertson and midfielder Naby Keita also we had shots on goal, we got behind Liverpool, the second half with a nasty looking injury. Alexander-Arnold’s cross.
delivering goal-preventing tackles. we had one or two huge opportunities.
Should Bowen be sidelined for a lengthy West Ham should have levelled soon
“All these situations were like scoring a goal,” “We were just lacking that little bit of edge. spell, Michail Antonio will be even more crucial afterwards when Alexander-Arnold cleared
said Klopp after a 12th successive victory in a Against the top teams we need to be more to any remaining dreams of a place in the Pablo Fornals’ chip off the line before Ibrahima
game in which Virgil van Dijk set a record of clinical.” Champions League next season. Konate and Alisson scrambled to block two
remaining 60 league matches unbeaten at follow-up efforts.
home. After lifting the League Cup last weekend, Antonio has only scored once in the Premier
Liverpool remain on course for a historic League in 2022 but showed signs of regaining The Hammers are one of only two teams to
“You cannot only win the ones where you quadruple of trophies. his best form as he twice forced Alisson Becker beat Liverpool since April having edged a 3-2
are flying, today we were obviously not flying to turn the ball behind for a corner. thriller at the London Stadium in November.
and had to dig really deep,” said Klopp. The pursuit of City may be the biggest
challenge in that quest, but a run of seven Moyes said: “Jarrod looks like something in And they should have come away with at
“I don’t know if we will remember this game straight league wins has at least enlivened a his heel. It happened in the tackle with least a point as they enjoyed the better chances
as one of the important ones. You have to get after the break. – AFP/The Independent
over the line and I was pleased with that.

“If you are not well organised you have to
defend with passion and that’s what we did.”

Defeat leaves West Ham still two points
outside the top four having played more games
than all their rivals for a place in next season’s
Champions League.

But David Moyes’ men will rue a host of
missed chances to salvage a point, which would
have given City breathing space at the top of the
table.

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