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With some confusion popping up on how the two hour retail time limit will be enforced, domestic trade and consumer affairs minister Alexander Nanta Linggi clarified that MySejahtera will be the main enforcement and tracking tool used. This, as well as random checks and generally self-imposed lockdown restrictions for the public, will hopefully help curb the rising COVID-19 cases. See omnystudio.co...

Employees are now able to lodge complaints against unscrupulous bosses who do not allow them to work from home using a newly launched app, ‘Working For Workers’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Businesses now need to effectively manage customer service via digital platforms as more customers find convenience in social media over making a phone call or email enquiry. Do you prefer chatting with a bot to speaking to a customer service agent? You may not have a choice soon, apparently. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Malaysian Association of Hotels has released a statement pleading to the government for a full lockdown for fears that the newest MCO 3.0 restrictions will not be enough to support the survival and recovery of the hotel and tourism industries. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the revised SOPs, shoppers will now be allowed a maximum of two hours inside shopping malls to get their essentials and leave. This is to avoid overcrowding inside enclosed spaces, in an effort to curb the spread of COVID-19 in the country. But according to Malaysia Shopping Malls Association, this time limit isn’t nearly enough and needs to be revised yet again. See omnystudio.com/list...

Whenever a massive social or political crisis occurs, furor tends to be directed with helpful intention at trying to support whichever cause or whoever is the target of the crisis. One way in which this manifests are boycotts of brands who are accused of supporting the oppressing party, whether the accusations are true or not. But is this really the most effective way of fighting for social justic...

As Malaysians gear up for a second round of AstraZeneca vaccine registrations, the conversations in many family WhatsApp groups about vaccines are getting more heated. Here’s how to give the conversation a shot without conflict. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the government deliberates a “full MCO” in Selangor , businesses and analysts have made their thoughts known about the MCO’s implications on the nation’s economy. With Selangor’s role as the country’s economic epicenter, the effects of yet another MCO poses a dilemma for businesses and the government alike. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The COVID-19 pandemic has forced many family businesses to adapt or get left behind . Many have shown resilience, but can they continue to stay one step ahead, and take on the unexpected challenges of the future? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What in the world is a blockchain animated series ? In conjunction with Fox’s launch of its NFT arm, the broadcaster announced a new series helmed by Dan Harmon (of Rick & Morty fame) that will “break new ground” in terms of blockchain tech. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Streaming site Twitch is considering pricing subscriptions based on the country in which its users live. A way for the company to allow more financial support to be directed to content creators and to increase its popularity. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TikTok is experimenting with e-commerce , testing the waters of in-app sales with the help of streetwear label Hype, Walmart, and e-commerce firm Shopify. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While Malaysia is fast becoming a developed nation, it will also become an ageing nation by 2030, with more than 14% of the population being senior citizens. So what needs to be done to prepare the nation for an ageing population? Where and how will we live? What about access to healthcare and public transport? And what do we need to do to bridge the gap between the haves and have-nots? See omnyst...

As Netflix drives more subscriptions and Disney widens its global reach, other streaming services and content providers are gearing up to ensure their survival in the ongoing streaming wars. In a bold move, AT & T has decided to spinoff Warner Media for a merger with Discovery to form a stronger player to compete against Netflix and Disney+. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eligible 18-20 year old Malaysians can claim RM150 in e-wallet credit from the 1st of June to the 22nd of July 2021. This is part of the government’s eBelia programme announced in Budget 2021, aimed at promoting cashless spending and financially supporting Malaysian youth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While the term “slacker” might sound a little harsh, they aren’t uncommon in the working world. If you find yourself in the unfortunate situation of having to shoulder a lopsided workload, there are a few things you can do to remedy the situation - from communicating openly to changing the way you work altogether. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A viral message claiming that applications for the second round of AstraZeneca vaccinations is open to all in Malaysia has proven to be fake. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Express bus operators have found a way to stay afloat during the Covid-19 pandemic by offering courier services for delivering goods. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The police will use drones to monitor standard operating procedure (SOP) compliance in residential areas during Aidilfitri throughout the Movement Control Order (MCO) duration.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The closure of major malls and supermarkets owing to their inclusion in the Hotspot Identification by Dynamic Engagement (HIDE) system could be ill-judged due to Aidilfitri this week, said health experts.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

According to the 21st annual Edelman Trust Barometer, Malaysians don’t really know who to trust when it comes to where we’re getting truthful information . And this has not been helped by the pandemic, and unemployment fears. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Employers who do not allow employees to self-quarantine while waiting for Covid-19 screening test results will have their premises shut down immediately. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Inadequate communication between different government branches has left businesses and individuals in the dark on the standard operating procedures (SOPs) of the third Movement Control Order (MCO 3.0). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The whole of Malaysia will be placed under the Movement Control Order ( MCO ) from May 12th to June 7th, as the country grapples with rising Covid-19 infections. We discuss the ramifications of this move on businesses, what consumers can do to ease their pain, and what the government can do to help these businesses find a lifeline again. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Health Ministry will be submitting a recommendation to the National Security Council to prolong school breaks for the education sector. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.