Evening Edition

E-hailing service providers have been asked to address complaints of expensive fares that have reportedly gone up as much as 400% or 5 times the usual rate at peak hours. We dissect the factors behind the price hike and look into alternatives and the possibility of government intervention. Image Source: Dan Gold, Unsplash See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A tweet recently went viral after suggesting the high economic value of communication skills, with users sharing pointers on how they practice the art of conversation. We get into it. Image Source: mentatdgt, Pexels See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malaysia came in 6th at the recently concluded SEA Games, having achieved our targetted medal tally of 36 gold medals. Nevertheless, this was the worst performance in nearly 40 years where Malaysia has always finished in the regional top 5. We unpack the results and some of the crticisms that followed. Image Source: Faizal Azumu, Official Facebook Page See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor...

There have been calls for drastic policy changes to tackle high corporate debt in Malaysia, with the warning that it will stunt economic recovery if left unaddressed. We get into the factors behind this and how corporate debt impacts our economy. Image source: Gwoeii, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A pair of tweets talking about having to wake up early to get to work has sparked an ongoing conversation about the Malaysian experience of work commute, traffic congestion, and work-life balance. We dive into it. Image Source: Pixabay, Pexels See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Beruas MP and DAP spokesperson for law and parliament, Ngeh Koo Ham, has called for the heads of government departments to focus on improving the performance of their staff over policing the outfits of customers who come to seek service in government offices. We look into this issue and what the law says about enforcing these dress codes. Image Source: Fernando Lavin, Unsplash See omnystudio.com/l...

A tweet went viral after it told the story of how job hopping 4 times in 8 months helped a friend increase the salary range by RM 1200. We get into the responses from people on how they feel about job hopping. Image Source: Andrea Piacquadio, Pexels See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Malaysia transitions into the endemic phase, live acts are opening up to full capacity with foreign acts returning to our shores. We discuss this with comedian, Rizal van Geyzel and also touched on why some Malaysian performers choose to 'ply their trade' outside Malaysia. Image Source: Laugh Works (Rizal van Geyzel) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yesterday, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob announced doing away with Approved Permits (AP) for food imports. With the prices of our food increasing lately, we discuss the umbrella effects of this decision and how it relates to our food security. Image Source: Franki Chamaki, Unsplash See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oil-and-gas company Serba Dinamik Holdings Bhd and its four top executives were charged with submitting a false statement to Bursa Malaysia last December. Just last Friday, they were acquitted of all charges by the Attorney General’s Chambers. We look at the impact this could have on the integrity of the capital markets. Image Source: Serba Dinamik Holdings Berhad See omnystudio.com/listener for p...

Earlier this month, several tech companies including Apple, Google and Microsoft announced that they were looking into the possibility of going password-free, and replacing passwords with a more secure way to access accounts or devices. We discuss what this would look like. Image Source: Towfiqu barbhuiya, Unsplash See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last Saturday, two reporters were allegedly harassed by a security guard at the Pudu UTC Immigration Department while attempting to cover a story on passport renewals. As a result, several groups have called for protection for journalists and reporters. We look into the incident and what is needed to create a safer environment for members of the media. Image source: Michal Matlon, Unsplash See omn...

In Kuala Lumpur, about one-third of construction costs for residential buildings go to building car parks, and this has caused the prices of houses to go up. We discuss the larger issues of being a car-centric nation and how that can affect us as homeowners. Image Source: Hello I'm Nik, Pexels See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back to the fifth installment of Mind Your Business, where we get into some of the major headlines and talk about how they impact businesses and our economic landscape. This week we discuss: - The OPR hike - Malaysia's Q1 GDP results Image source: Andrii Yalanskyi, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We unpack the long awaited debate between opposition leader Dato' Seri Anwar Ibrahim and former Prime Minister Dato' Sri Najib Razak to discuss the fate of Sapura Energy Berhad as well as issues pertaining to the country's governance and economy. Image source: Datuk Seri Najib Razak, Official Facebook Page See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There has been a spirited back and forth on Twitter about taking MCs, faking MCs, and the culture of coming to work even when we don't feel well. We get into the responses and the prevailing office practices that keep us from taking a break when we need it. Image source: Towfiqu barbhuiya, Unsplash See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yesterday, temperatures of up to 34°C were recorded in KL and Selangor, following the arrival of the South West Monsoon winds. This has naturally caused some concerns about switching on air-conditioners and running the risk of raking up electricity bills. We explore the ways we can keep cool in weather like this and the role that our built environment plays in adapting to high temperatures. Image...

Last week, we saw many families celebrating Hari Raya returning to their hometown for the first time in two years, as travel restrictions were lifted. We speak to PLUS Malaysia on the breakdown of the Raya exodus traffic, and what we can learn from it. Image source: Alexander Popov, Unsplash See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Tweet questioning why Malaysia lacks the culture of complimenting drew some attention. We get into the responses and explore whether we are indeed bad at receiving and giving compliments. Image source: Pixabay, Pexels See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The National Solutions Forum is an initiative by Sunway Group and the Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN) Malaysia to showcase the most impactful solutions to Sustainable Development Goals–related challenges in Malaysia. We spoke to Professor Woo Wing Thye about the outcome of the forum, and what we learned from it. Image Source: Sunway Group, SDSN Malaysia See omnystudio.com/listener...

Passengers have taken to social media to complain about flight delays and rescheduling during the Raya period, without any proper compensation given. With the Transport Ministry now asking relevant airlines to rectify the issue, we discuss the various factors that are affecting the aviation industry, post COVID-19. Image source: Isabel Lee, Unsplash See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...

Voting in the Philippines presidential election concluded yesterday, and an unofficial tally revealed that Ferdinand Marcos Jr., known as BongBong Marcos, won nearly 31 million votes. We look into the significance of this outcome in light of the Marcos family history in politics, and how it could affect diplomatic dynamics in the region. Image source: Bongbong Marcos, Official Facebook Page See om...

A tweet questioning the need to include pictures in CVs has incurred a discussion on whether we're putting too much information on them when applying for a job. We get into it. Image source: Lukas, Pexels See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Ministry of Health has launched a probe into a fake blood screening campaign that was aimed at selling health products. We get into what an actual health screening should entail as well as how we can identify their authenticity. Image Source: Mufid Majnun, Unsplash See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bangi MP Dr. Ong Kian Ming has announced that he will not be contesting in the next elections, saying that he wants to take a break to regroup and recharge. We look into the merits of politicians taking a break from politics, and the impact this decision would bring. Image source: Dr. Ong Kian Ming - 王建民, Official Facebook account See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.