#MalaysiaWeeklyRecap - 25 August 📰
Yes, Malaysia Truly Asia. What a week eh?🤯 From unexpected sinkholes to political drama and international affairs, the news has been anything but dull.
What did you do this week? Well, this week I didn't do much. I scrolled through article after article, picked up and dropped off the kids from school, did some research, and tried to finish all my paperwork before going back to the office next month.
So let's look into our #MalaysiaWeeklyRecap and see what's been making headline, shall we? 🍿
Local News- Sinkhole scare. 😱 A terrifying incident occurred in Kuala Lumpur when a woman was swallowed by a sinkhole that suddenly appeared on the sidewalk. Rescue teams worked tirelessly to retrieve her, but the incident has raised concerns about the city's infrastructure. 🚧
- Political tensions.😤 Perikatan Nasional chairman Muhyiddin Yassin faced questions over his controversial speech during the Nenggiri by-election campaign. He submitted evidence to support his claims, adding another layer to the ongoing political drama. 🎭
- Royal wedding.👑 The Pahang royal family celebrated the marriage of Tengku Puteri Raja Tengku Puteri Afzan Aminah Hafidzatullah to FD Idzham FD Iskandar in a grand ceremony filled with tradition and splendor. 💍
- Tragedy averted. 🙏🏻 Two young boys were lucky to escape unharmed after being trapped in a lift for over 9 hours. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of safety precautions in residential buildings. 🏠
Public Anouncement
- Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) 2024. 💰 At last, some good news for rakyat! Our government will distribute the Rahmah Cash Contribution (STR) Phase 3 as scheduled starting from August 29, 2024 (Thursday) to more than 8 million existing recipients. Meanwhile, new recipients and those who have appealed will receive their payments starting from September 18, 2024 (Wednesday). They will receive cash assistance of up to RM650 according to their respective eligibility categories.
Sports and more drama! #NoComment
- JDT vs Selangor. Johor Darul Ta'zim (JDT) ⚽ won the FA Cup for a record third straight year after their magnificent 6-1 victory over Selangor in the final at the National Stadium in Bukit Jalil on Saturday (last night)
- Mpox alert. ⚠️ Asian countries are on high alert for mpox, with cases reported in Thailand and the Philippines. The World Health Organization has classified the outbreak as a public health emergency, prompting increased vigilance. 😷
- Palestinian aid. 🇵🇸 Malaysia welcomed over 100 Palestinians seeking medical treatment in response to the ongoing crisis in Gaza. The humanitarian gesture has sparked both support and debate among Malaysians. 🤝
- Japan Open.🏸 Malaysian badminton star Lee Zii Jia suffered a disappointing defeat in the first round of the Japan Open, while other Malaysian players had mixed results. 🏆
- UMNO's victory. 🎉 The ruling party, UMNO, secured a victory in the Nenggiri by-election, boosting their confidence and morale.
- Celebrity drama. 💔 Syamsul Yusof, the director of "Mat Kilau," has filed for divorce from his wife Ira Kazar, adding to the ongoing saga of celebrity breakups. FYI, last year, the most searched keywords on Google for people were "Ira Kazar" and "Syamsul Yusof," at 1st and 6th places, respectively.
📈 Top Trending in Google - Malaysia (Past 7 days)*
*Top 25 Trending Topics in Malaysia (19-25 August 2024)
Sports dominated the headlines in Malaysia this past week, as usual of course. Football matches, badminton tournaments, and cricket ⚽️🏸🏏 matches all made the trending list. Football fans were particularly excited about the Premier League matches between Brighton vs Man United and Aston Villa vs Arsenal. Badminton kipas-susah-mati followed the Japan Open 2024 closely (today last day!), while cricket fans tuned in for the Pakistan vs Bangladesh match.
But it wasn't just sports that kept us on our toes. We also had a sinkhole incident in Kuala Lumpur 🕳️, a royal wedding 👑, and the mpox outbreak to worry about. 😷 Please, everyone, take care of yourselves! There are 13 confirmed mpox cases in Singapore so far this year. ⚠️ Although they're all less severe Clade 2 infections, we still need to be cautious, especially here in JB.
And let's not forget about the political drama! 🎭 Perikatan Nasional chairman Muhyiddin Yassin faced questions over his controversial speech.
Online searches also reflected the public's interest in technology, with topics like 黑神话 (Black Myth: Wukong on PS5, Xbox etc.) and STR, Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (the government's financial aid program) trending.
Sumber: Telegram Jabatan Penerangan Malaysia
Overall, this past week in Malaysia was a mix of sports, news, and popular culture. The trending topics reflect the diverse interests of Malaysians and the global events that are impacting our lives.
From the joy of a royal wedding to the sadness of a tragic accident 😢, and another murder cases literally happen everyday; yep, Malaysians have experienced a wide range of events. As we look ahead, it's clear that the coming weeks will be filled with challenges and opportunities.
Stay tuned for more updates and let's hope for a brighter future, peaceful and prosperous Malaysia, InsyaAllah.
P.S. Reading all this news is giving me a case of the jitters… and maybe a few extra gray hairs! 😅
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