Evening Edition

We try to understand the ever-shifting dynamics and loyalties in Sabah state politics with Dr Bridget Welsh. Image credit: Mohd KhairilX/Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A tweet on how people hand money over to customer service and cashiers has drawn plenty of responses from the Twitterverse, with some sharing their own experiences, and some being skeptical that we're really that rude. We get into it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's discussion on Twitter revolves around ministers being on time for events, or rather the lack of this happening. We get into it. Image source: Nikita Savostikov, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Extreme creator" Angela Nikolau and her partner have caught flak for illegally climbing the Merdeka 118 tower. Was it a harmless stunt or are there larger questions around security and the wanton pursuit of social media attention? We explore. Image source: Angela Nikolau, Twitter See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malaysians are rejoicing after Transport Minister Anthony Loke announced that "a big change" will be introduced to road tax stickers this year. We get into it. Image source: Augustine Bin Jumat Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Government SMS broadcasts have been a hot topic lately, with recent messages being lambasted for praising the government. In response to this, Deputy Communications and Digital Minister, Teo Nie Ching has said that the ministry will review the SOP for its systems. We discuss how we can fully utilise this system better, and whether it actually has value. Image source: Tero Vesalainen, Shutterstock...

A tweet has questioned the long drive to work that people experience every day, and whether it's reasonable. We get into it. Image source: Aisyaqilumaranas, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A three minute video of beachgoers in bikinis at a beach on Pulau Besar has been making the rounds on social media. This has prompted a response from Che Sukri Che Mat, chief of the Melaka Islamic Religious Affairs Department (JAIM), who said that they were planning to put up signboards, to remind tourists to dress modestly, and not partake in activities that are considered culturally sensitive. W...

China's borders are reopening soon and this is happening shortly after they reopened their economy and saw a surge in Covid-19 cases. There have been some responses to ban inbound China travellers, while some have said that this is irresponsible. We discuss what this means for us, and whether health checks for all tourists coming in should be made mandatory. Image source: NAUFAL ZAQUAN, Shuttersto...

A rant on how hard it is to navigate shopping malls has turned into a full-on conversation about shopping mall layouts, where people talk about the best and the worst of malls in the Klang Valley. We get into it. Image source: Noppasin Wongchum, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A recent opinion piece in The Guardian has highlighted the phenomenon of replacing real conversations with online communications, like texting. We discuss whether this form of communication do more harm than good, with a psychologist. Image source: 123rf.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What skills are you hoping to learn in 2023? We look into tweets and replies to a question that asks just that. Image source: kenchiro168, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Starting 2023, it will be compulsory for workers at F&B outlets in Selangor to wear face masks. How much would wearing a mask help in ensuring hygiene and safety in food preparation? We find out. Image source: Ummi Hassian, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A tweet illustrating the differences between bad, good and great bosses, all measured by how well they encourage employees to take time off from work, has been circulating on Twitter. People discuss the importance of taking time off, and how companies can vet for their employees to do this more often. We get into it. Image source: Brian A Jackson, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for priva...

The Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry plans to introduce a programme named 'Rezeki Suri', which will allow housewives to sell 11 basic necessities direct from the suppliers. What's needed to ensure this initiative succeeds and how helpful will it be in the long term? We explore. Image source: Tatyana Blinova, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

According to a CodeBlue report , seriously sick non-Covid patients have had to wait at the emergency and trauma department Red Zone for an average of two to three days, sometimes going up to six days for admission into scarce critical care beds. The Health Minister has announced that they are drawing up plans to resolve this issue. We discuss what's needed. Image source: Tang Yan Song, Shutterstoc...

A meet up between our current Youth and Sports minister Hannah Yeoh and Khairy Jamaluddin, who formerly held this position, is getting some attention from the Twitterverse. We dive into it. Image source: Hannah Yeoh, Twitter See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The holidays are here, and lots of us have made plans to travel and spend time with our family. However, reports of heavy rain and flooding continue to come in nationwide. We discuss how to plan and stay safe during this time. Image source: Nadma Malaysia, Facebook See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former health minister Khairy Jamaluddin has said that starting 2025, it would be made compulsory for government buildings and public facilities to install automated external defibrillators (AED) at their premises. Early stages of this project involve installing AEDs nationwide, alongside existing CPR training. We find out more with a first aid instructor. Image source: Matej Kastelic, Shutterstoc...

New York Magazine has recently published an article on how nepotism runs rampant in every corner of Hollywood, and people on Twitter are sharing their thoughts on this. We discuss what it means to use family connections to get a job, and the kind of impact it has. Image source: Vulture, Twitter See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first parliament sitting under Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is done and dusted, with a new Speaker and Deputy Speakers, a vote of confidence having passed and also, a lot of heated words exchanged between MPs. We discuss what this might indicate about the trajectory of the new government. Image source: Parlimen Malaysia, Facebook See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People on Twitter share what they've done for their mental health, during their darkest moments. We look into it. Image source: 123rf.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today is the second and last day of the special parliamentary sitting, the MPs passed the mini budget, and discussed a wide range of topics including good behaviour in parliament, the creation of 50,000 contract jobs for young people as well as casual attire dress codes. There was also a moment of Shakespearean prose. Image source: Anwar Ibrahim, Facebook See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...

On today’s special sitting of the Dewan Rakyat, the MPs voted for a new Dewan Speaker and the debate for Anwar's vote of confidence began, amid some heated exchanges. Image source: Uwe Aranas, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2023 is just around the corner, which is usually the time of year when we start taking stock of our lives, and of course, our finances - especially if you're just starting out in your career or financial journey. We discuss how to build a solid financial foundation in 2023 and how insurance plays a vital role - particularly for young people - with Hugo Khaw, an AIA Life Planner. To find out more:...