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Category: Development EN

CAP Raises Alarm Over ECRL’s Environmental and Wildlife Impact

The Consumers' Association of Penang (CAP) is very concerned about the impacts of the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) project. The primary consideration of the Transport Ministry and Malaysia Rail Link Sdn Bhd when planning the ECRL routes is cost, rather than the habitats of wildlife, which are being disturbed to the extent that animals are forced to leave their natural environment. CAP has...
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BATS – KEEPERS OF PRECIOUS LIBRARY BOOKS

Did you know that there is a library in Portugal where bats are used to protect the books? Bats eat insects that might damage old books. At the heart of the University of Coimbra, one of the oldest educational institutions in Europe, is the Joanina Library, a veritable treasure trove of knowledge and baroque architecture. This unique library is not only an impressive place with its sumptuous...
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YOUR DIET IS NOT ONLY WHAT YOU EAT

You are what you constantly feed your mind with. Just as your body absorbs what you eat, your mind absorbs what you feed it. The ideas and thoughts you allow to enter your mind create your belief and experiences; they make you the person you are. Since what you feed your mind becomes your reality, it’s important to feed your mind with good stuff. “Nurture your mind with positive thoughts:...
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ANCIENT JAPANESE WISDOM ON LIVING

Japan’s rich cultural heritage is home to many life philosophies that foster balance, well-being, and mindfulness. These time-tested concepts have influenced people worldwide, helping them live with purpose and intention. In an article in Medium (10 September 2024), Daniel CF Ng wrote about 6 transformative Japanese concepts that can guide anyone toward a more meaningful and fulfilling life....
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TAP INTO THE MAGIC OF READING

Albert Einstein, the most well-known scientist of the 20th century, once said, “The more I read, the more I realise how little I know.” Reading books is important. Books hold power. A good book – whether it’s fiction or biography – offers ideas, mindsets, experiences, and advice that you can refer to anytime, says Dr Nikita Singh in “Books Are Our Superpower” in an article in...
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FUNNY TECH PUNS

Words can take on a whole new different meaning in today’s tech world. Cookies are not something you that you eat, they are a packet of data sent back and forth between a server and a browser. Bit is not the act of biting, it’s short for binary digit, the smallest unit of data within a computer. Check out more tech jargons that used to mean something else before computers came along. (Image...
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Malaysia’s Challenges and Opportunities in 2025

After welcoming 2025, the Consumers’ Association of Penang (CAP) anticipates a challenging year ahead. Inflation, food shortages, and geopolitical uncertainties may dominate the coming months due to climate change. However, there are positive developments, such as the much-awaited passing of the Lemon Law in Parliament and the transition to adopt cleaner renewable energy sources. Climate...
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