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Month: April 2024

Month: April 2024

SIMPLE ENERGY-SAVING TIPS (Part 13)

Lai Cheng April 26, 2024 0 Comments
Optimize Computer Use Hey, Eco-Champions! Let’s embark on a digital journey towards a greener planet! Did you know that optimizing your computer use can make a substantial impact on energy consumption and reduce your carbon footprint? Here are some simple yet powerful tips to make your computing experience eco-friendly: 1. Power-Saving Mode: Activate power-saving mode on your computer to...
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A regulatory oversight needed for charitable organisations

Lai Cheng April 25, 2024 0 Comments
Consumers Association of Penang (CAP) urges the government to seriously consider the call by the then-Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Wan Azizah Wan Ismail in 2020 for the establishment of a Malaysian charities commission. As of now, there is no single comprehensive statute in Malaysia to regulate NGOs, except for charities and charitable trusts and institutions outlined in the Ninth Schedule...
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20 Tips for Better Sleep

Lai Cheng April 24, 2024 0 Comments
1. Power Down.The soft blue glow from a cell phone, tablet, or digital clock on your bedside table may hurt your sleep. (TIP: Turn off TVs, computers, and other blue-light sources an hour before you go to bed. Cover any displays you can't shut off.) 2. Nix Naps.You’ll rest better at night. But if you have to snooze while the sun's up, keep it to 20 minutes or less. Nap in the early part of the...
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HOW TO BE HAPPY

Lai Cheng April 24, 2024 0 Comments
Experiencing happiness is important for our emotional and physical health. How can we grow happiness in our daily life? Happiness is an inside job. It is not a gift you receive, it is an emotion you create and cultivate in your life. Happy people live with purpose, says an article in Psychology Today. They find joy in lasting relationships, working toward their goals, and living according to...
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FOODS THAT NOURISH YOUR VITAL BODY PARTS

Lai Cheng April 24, 2024 0 Comments
Eating a wide variety of nutritious foods, including fruit, vegetables, nuts, seeds, and lean protein can help support your overall health. A balanced diet will ensure that you get the various nutrients needed by the body to function well. Certain foods are beneficial for the various organs in your body. Here are some foods that nourish your vital body parts.    
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Investigate food that has been discarded at a dumping area

Lai Cheng April 23, 2024 0 Comments
Consumers Association of Penang urges the relevant authorities to investigate the recent actions of former Deputy Home Minister Ismail Mohamed Said who discarded rice and other food items near Rumpun Makmur-Kampung Gunung Senyum, Pahang. Investigating such instances is not only about rectifying past wrongs but also about preventing future abuses and restoring public trust in institutions. It is...
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GROW A FOOD GARDEN AND BE HEALTHY

Lai Cheng April 23, 2024 0 Comments
Growing your own food is very gratifying. Planting seeds, nurturing them to seedlings, watering and feeding them as they grow into crops, then picking them fresh to cook and eat, and sharing them with others can bring much satisfaction and joy. Food gardening saves you money on grocery bills, connects you with nature and is good for the environment. And do you know: Gardening also keeps you...
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CAP: Repeal 24-hours operating license for eateries

Lai Cheng April 22, 2024 0 Comments
The Consumers Association of Penang (CAP) supports the move taken by some eateries to shorten the operating hours however this should made mandatory as presently there are still restaurants operating for 24 hours. The authorities should repeal the 24-hour, operating license given to eateries as studies have shown that there are negative effects of late-night meals such as weight gain, sleep...
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