With the revised SOPs, shoppers will now be allowed a maximum of two hours inside shopping malls to get their essentials and leave. This is to avoid overcrowding inside enclosed spaces, in an effort to curb the spread of COVID-19 in the country. But according to Malaysia Shopping Malls Association, this time limit isn’t nearly enough and needs to be revised yet again.

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Whenever a massive social or political crisis occurs, furor tends to be directed with helpful intention at trying to support whichever cause or whoever is the target of the crisis. One way in which this manifests are boycotts of brands who are accused of supporting the oppressing party, whether the accusations are true or not. But is this really the most effective way of fighting for social justice? What is the actual effect of a boycott?

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As Malaysians gear up for a second round of AstraZeneca vaccine registrations, the conversations in many family WhatsApp groups about vaccines are getting more heated. Here’s how to give the conversation a shot without conflict.

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As the government deliberates a “full MCO” in Selangor, businesses and analysts have made their thoughts known about the MCO’s implications on the nation’s economy. With Selangor’s role as the country’s economic epicenter, the effects of yet another MCO poses a dilemma for businesses and the government alike.

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The COVID-19 pandemic has forced many family businesses to adapt or get left behind. Many have shown resilience, but can they continue to stay one step ahead, and take on the unexpected challenges of the future?

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What in the world is a blockchain animated series? In conjunction with Fox’s launch of its NFT arm, the broadcaster announced a new series helmed by Dan Harmon (of Rick & Morty fame) that will “break new ground” in terms of blockchain tech.

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Streaming site Twitch is considering pricing subscriptions based on the country in which its users live. A way for the company to allow more financial support to be directed to content creators and to increase its popularity.

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TikTok is experimenting with e-commerce, testing the waters of in-app sales with the help of streetwear label Hype, Walmart, and e-commerce firm Shopify.

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While Malaysia is fast becoming a developed nation, it will also become an ageing nation by 2030, with more than 14% of the population being senior citizens. So what needs to be done to prepare the nation for an ageing population? Where and how will we live? What about access to healthcare and public transport? And what do we need to do to bridge the gap between the haves and have-nots?

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As Netflix drives more subscriptions and Disney widens its global reach, other streaming services and content providers are gearing up to ensure their survival in the ongoing streaming wars. In a bold move, AT & T has decided to spinoff Warner Media for a merger with Discovery to form a stronger player to compete against Netflix and Disney+.

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