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Month: December 2024

Month: December 2024

Groups Urge Government to Stop the Tabling of the Crop/Plant Seed Quality Bill in Parliament

Lai Cheng December 19, 2024 0 Comments
Forum Kedaulatan Makanan Malaysia (FKMM) together with 105 farmers' organizations and civil society groups – including the Consumers Association of Penang – have issued a press statement (19 December 2024) urging the Government to stop the tabling of the Crop/Plant Seed Quality Bill in Parliament and to conduct transparent and comprehensive consultation sessions with farmers and other...
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CAP Applauds Royal Support, Urges Humane Solutions to Malaysia’s Stray Dog Crisis

Lai Cheng December 18, 2024 0 Comments
The Consumers' Association of Penang (CAP) commends Tengku Permaisuri Selangor for her compassion and kindness in speaking out on behalf of the voiceless stray animals. This is a significant milestone, and CAP sincerely hopes that all local councils in Malaysia will heed Tengku Permaisuri's royal advice rather than the ruthless and inhumane practice of killing street dogs. The tragic death of...
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SIMPLE POLLUTION SOLUTION

Lai Cheng December 18, 2024 0 Comments
Drainage Nets that Act as Trash Traps The Australian city of Kwinana used a simple and cost-effective solution to deal with the discharge of waste from drainage systems. The town put nets on the outlet of drainage pipes. These nets, also called “drain socks” stop waste and pollutants from leaving the sewers, preventing garbage transported by rain waters from contaminating the town’s local...
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BE GENEROUS: You’ll be Happier

Lai Cheng December 17, 2024 0 Comments
Do nice things for people, and be generous if you want to feel good. The act of giving not only makes you happier, it benefits health and relationships too. There’s good science behind this. Research has shown that being generous and helpful to others have mood-boosting benefits in the brain. Even little things “like bringing coffee to one’s office mates in the morning” has this effect,...
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MAKE YOUR OWN DETOX DRINKS

Lai Cheng December 16, 2024 0 Comments
“Detox drinks” are drinks that have been infused with the flavours of fresh fruits, vegetables, or herbs. They typically contain very few calories and are a healthy replacement for high-sugar drinks like soft drinks and processed fruit juice. Some detox drinks are said to help your body get rid of toxins, improve your energy levels, beautify skin, and help you lose weight. Many of the...
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“UNHAPPY LEAVE” FOR WORK-LIFE BALANCE

Lai Cheng December 16, 2024 0 Comments
A company in China has recently introduced 10 days of “unhappy leave” for its employees to promote work-life balance. Staff can take “unhappy days” when they want, in addition to normal sick and holiday leave entitlements. “I want every staff member to have freedom. Everyone has times when they’re not happy, so if you’re not happy, do not come to work,” said Yu Donglai, the...
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JAPANESE ALLEY: Clean, Serene & Orderly

Lai Cheng December 16, 2024 0 Comments
Japanese residence alleys offer a unique glimpse into the serene and orderly lifestyle that characterises much of the country. These narrow pathways, often lined with quaint homes and lush greenery, exude a sense of tranquillity that contrasts sharply with the bustling urban centres nearby. The meticulous care taken by residents to maintain cleanliness and tidiness in these spaces not only...
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