Evening Edition

During his debate on the 12th Malaysia Plan, Muar MP Syed Saddiq called for the government to openly discuss the pros and cons of approving the use of hemp and medical marijuana in Malaysia. We look at the existing scientific data, and discuss the impact of the paradigm shift among various countries on the issue. Image Source: Add Weed, Unsplash

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We discuss the 12.7 billion public service announcement messages from MKN that we’ve all been getting over the course of the pandemic.

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A clip posted by a TikTok user sparked a discussion on whether the original context of the Squid Game series was preserved in its English subtitles. We speak to Jessica Kim, a Korean translator and Korean Language teacher, for her insights on the accuracy of the subtitles and whether they ultimately affect the viewing experience.


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The former deputy prime minister, who is facing trial over corruption and money laundering, is asking the court to return his passport so he can travel to Germany for medical treatment. We look at what this process entails.

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According to an article published by Numbeo, Klang is the most unsafe city, with the lowest rate of security in Southeast Asia. We speak to a Klang local to ask him about his own experience living in the city.

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According to an article published by Numbeo, Klang is the most unsafe city, with the lowest rate of security in Southeast Asia. We speak to a Klang local to ask him about his own experience living in the city.

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Today's Dewan Rakyat's highlights include discussions on the prohibition of the the sale of alcoholic beverages according to the Liquor License Guidelines by DBKL, updates on the abolishment of the Section 309 of the Penal Code that crimininalizes suicide, and a discussion on potholes that led to Federal Territories Minister giving out ministers' contact details for complaints. Also in today's session, we hear of the developments between Bagan MP Lim Guan Eng and Transport Minister Datuk Seri Wee Ka Siong on their skirmish over the cabotage policy.

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Today's Dewan Rakyat's highlights include discussions on the prohibition of the the sale of alcoholic beverages according to the Liquor License Guidelines by DBKL, updates on the abolishment of the Section 309 of the Penal Code that crimininalizes suicide, and a discussion on potholes that led to Federal Territories Minister giving out ministers' contact details for complaints. Also in today's session, we hear of the developments between Bagan MP Lim Guan Eng and Transport Minister Datuk Seri Wee Ka Siong on their skirmish over the cabotage policy.

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The Melaka state assembly was dissolved yesterday, and according to law, a snap election must be called within 60 days. However, several political leaders have expressed worries about another post-election outbreak as seen in Sabah last year. We explore the possible scenarios. Image Souce: Shahjehan, Shutterstock

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Highlights from today's Dewan Rakyat's proceedings include discussions on the COVID-19 booster shot, the controversial RUU355, as well as the option of postal voting for East Malaysians who work in Peninsular Malaysia. Also, Dewan Rakyat Speaker Datuk Azhar Azizan Harun rejected opposition leader Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's motion to discuss the details of the Pandora Paper leak. Separately, Anwar Ibrahim expressed his dissatisfaction with the pace of reform, following the MOU that was signed on September 13 between the federal government and opposition leaders.

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