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Reports of dead on arrival cases due to Covid-19 continue to increase despite our number of daily Covid-19 cases declining. To find out more, we first discuss why these cases are on the rise and what needs to be done to address it. Then, we look at the way our daily numbers are reported and whether enough context is given. And finally, we speak about the mental health support needed for the people grieving the loss of their loved ones to Covid-19.

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The Covid-19 pandemic has impacted outlets for people to connect with mental health services. Officers in Cook county have started a move to carry tablets around with them, to help connect citizens with an expert on the scene. Dhanya tells us more about this.

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The Consumers Association of Penang (CAP) has called for the government to reconsider the concept of zoos, calling it 'archaic'. We look into the pros and cons of this proposal.

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Bursae and tendon sheaths play an important role in protecting our joints and tendons, and in enabling smooth movement. We look at why they matter, and what happens when they’re not functioning optimally.

Political parties in Malaysia can be very confusing. We have a lot of them, from UMNO to PAS to PKR to DAP to newer ones like AMANAH and Bersatu and newborns like MUDA and Pejuang. But what do we know about these parties besides the famous names at the helm? What do we know about their ideologies, particularly economically? Political Commentator Oh Ei Sun joins us to unpack the various mainstream political parties in Malaysia.

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All of us know that there are 222 MPs in parliament. We cast our vote, in general, once every five years. But apart from the big wigs and famous faces, how many of us even know who those MPs are? How many Malaysians even know what an MPs job is in the first place? How then do we decide who to vote for, besides the party’s logo? Insert MyMP! 

MyMP is a project by a trio of volunteers and developers working with MCCHR (Malaysian Centre for Constitutionalism and Human Rights) with the aim of making the process of getting to know your MPs fun and engaging. In this episode, the founders of MYMP join us to share what the platform is all about.

 
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While everyone agrees the travel bubble programme that kicks-off in Langkawi next week is the lifeline businesses on the island need, not everyone feels the island is ready to welcome visitors once again. We discuss how the move will impact the hospitality segment, tourism players and travellers, and some of the lessons we can take from Phuket’s Sandbox plan.

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We are buying everything online these days - from mattresses to detergent and electronics to barbeque pits - and these goods are being shipped to us from around the world. So what’s stopping Malaysian SMEs from generating higher revenue and better opportunities via cross-border trade as well? We speak to eBay Southeast Asia’s Head of Cross Border Business Development, Tam Yong Sheng, about gaining access to a whole new world of customers, the potential segments for immediate growth, and the opportunities and challenges that await those who adopt the model.

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Millions of Malaysians are unfortunately all too familiar with the struggles that have come along with nearly a year and a half of working from home (WFH). Many have reported a drain in productivity and a depletion of creativity alongside rising instances of musculoskeletal issues such as backaches with long hours in front of the laptop and poor ergonomic choices.

Balak’s - a homegrown furniture brand hailing from Penang is well aware of these struggles with its founder Lucas Eng, personally experiencing these problems and seeing them in his parents as well. This is why Lucas took the decision to pivot his business strategy and launch Balak’s with the purpose of handcrafting bespoke premium furniture that prioritises ergonomic functionality to energise, inspire and invigorate.

All eyes will be on whether Prime Minister Dato' Sri Ismail Sabri opts to hold a confidence vote when Parliament reconvenes next week, as recommended by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong. The initial indications aren't reassuring, especially as the Attorney-General has come out to say that a confidence vote is not necessary. What would be the potential implications for Ismail Sabri's government if they forego the vote? We discuss this with political analyst Dr. Azmi Hassan.

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