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Biodiversity for Malaysia is a monthly series which aims to get everyone on the same page when it comes to all things biodiversity-related, especially on issues surrounding the Convention on Biological Diversity post-2020 framework process, the 30X30 target, and more.  On this month's episode we ask, what exactly does protecting 30% of the planet’s environment look like, especially for biodiversity-rich but still  developing Southeast Asian countries? How will embracing the target provide what's needed by 2030 to ensure our planetary survival, while making good economic sense for countries like Malaysia, Thailand and the Philippines? We get regional perspectives from Dr. Michael P. Atrigenio, an Assistant Professor at the Marine Science Institute from the University of the Philippines, Wichin Suebpala, a researcher at the Marine Biodiversity Research Group, from the Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, Ramkhamhaeng University, and Julian Hyde, the General Manager of Reef Check Malaysia.

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Recently, while delivering her speech at a special UMNO briefing, Pengerang MP Azalina Othman said: "If the power to change the AG is in the hands of the prime minister, why didn't he (Ismail Sabri) change the AG when this is under his jurisdiction?” So, this begs the question – what is the role of the Attorney General (AG) and should they be political appointees? And what would a truly free and independent judiciary look like? Thomas Fann, chairperson of Bersih, helps us unpack discuss. 

Online shopping has been on the upward trend with many of us finding it convenient to purchase what we need online. A bulk of these purchases are actually low-value goods buoyed by impulse buying due to the low price point. The dewan rakyat has recently passed an amendment to the Sales Tax which will allow these low-value goods to be taxed. To get some insights into this new tax and its potential impacts, we speak to Zen Chow from YYC Tax consultants.

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Pewter is a malleable metal alloy consisting of tin, antimony, copper, bismuth, and sometimes silver. Due to their artistic merit and craftsmanship, pewter pieces are often quite prized. Also, the softness of pewter means that owners need to take some care with their pieces. On the other hand, they won't have to worry about pewter tarnishing like silver and other metals do. Keeping the shine on pewter is Salini Idris from Paulini Heritage Craft.

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Many F&B entrepreneurs were brought down to their lowest during the pandemic, but for Arieni Ritzal, founder of Gula Cakery, the challenges only served to propel her forward into expanding her ever-growing foodie empire. She shares how she muscled her way through the lockdowns and her excitement in keeping this progress going onwards and upwards.

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医学表明：对人体健康有益的每日睡眠时间应超过四小时、介于六至八小时。不过，要想实现良好睡眠品质的前提，自然有许多外力加持，其中就包括一套优质的寝具套组。

秉持「每个人都应有平等的机会以追求更优质生活」的理念，Gaias Home 打破了「好产品＝昂贵」的刻板印象，为消费者提供价格公道、品质优良的床单套组。

本期节目，从柔佛州北上首都吉隆坡的 Gaias Home 创办人——李佳卫除了透过一套平、靓、正的床单套组给你「五星级」的睡眠质量外，还会揭开价格与品质兼顾的商业秘密。

The Bursa Malaysia Technology Index has slowed down significantly as it is down by around 30% since the start of the year, following the trend of Nasdaq. We ask Tan J Young, Senior Analyst, Hong Leong Investment Bank whether companies have learnt their lessons from supply chain disruptions and the impact of geopolitical tensions.

MIHAS was one of the key contributors to Malaysia’s positive trade performance which reached a record high of RM2.2 trillion in 2021. In this vein, MIHAS 2022 is back with a hybrid showcase and with its theme to diversify Halal possibilities, MIHAS wants to connect foreign businesses and trades with Malaysian companies to leverage Malaysia’s halal exports. We speak to Sharimahton Mat Saleh, Deputy Ceo (Export Acceleration) of MATRADE about what value MIHAS 2022 can bring to the Halal industry to elevate Malaysian Halal exports.

The push towards digitalisation, declining mail volumes and the rise of more nimble delivery competitors have affected the core business of postal service organisations. The more resilient postal services adapt to the changing times before becoming obsolete - can POS Malaysia join the ranks of the survivors? We catch up with CEO Charles Brewer to discuss his report card after one year of taking the helm of Malaysia's iconic company.

香港电视广播有限公司（TVB）是当地娱乐黄金时代、经典电视剧和流行文化的代名词，TVB不但象征着香港影视文化的历史，更深远影响亚洲中文娱乐市场的走势，培养了一代又一代的华人巨星。然而，拥有55年历史的影视帝国，在面临串流平台、娱乐市场的变化，昔日的光辉也逐渐出现黯淡的迹象，半个世纪后，TVB将走向何方？

TVB国际总经理陈树鸿将在节目中分享，作为巨星梦工厂，他们到底要如何延续传奇，并阐述近期他们宣布进军大马的想法。