Evening Edition

myBurgerLab, a local burger restaurant, shared in a recent Facebook post of their close call with authorities where they were accused of violating the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) of the Movement Control Order. They shared how they were issued a RM25,000 fine after one of their staff was found to be eating in-store before his shift. We look at the development of the case, and what business...

Permodalan Negeri Selangor Bhd (PNSB) issued an eviction notice to the Mah Meri people living in Bagan Lalang in order to make way for a tourism development project, leading to public outcry over the weekend. We speak with Colin Nicholas from the Center For Orang Asli Concerns about the gaps that need to be addressed to protect the land rights of the Orang Asli. Image Source: Cloud Yew, Shuttersto...

The story of two Orang Ulu women of Punan ethnicities in their 80s has gone viral due to their rocky journey through multiple rivers and rain to get their vaccinations against Covid-19. Amid praises for their determination, many people are left concerned about the accessibility of vaccinations in rural areas. We speak with Dr Sharuna Verghis to learn more. Image Source: S.Ratanak, Unsplash See omn...

A software company in Argentina called 10Pines has introduced a new way of dictating their employees salaries. Employees would propose their own salaries, which would then be debated by the office. Shawn tells us more. Image Source:  focal point, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The National Blood Centre has been short in supply of blood stocks since last week and are urging the public to come forward to donate. We check in with the director of the National Blood Centre to understand its current situation better. Learn more about being a blood donor here . Image Source: Nguyễn Hiệp, Unsplash See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The forced displacement of Palestinian families by Israeli settlers in Sheikh Jarrah has sparked a series of violent attacks against Palestinians at Al-Aqsa mosque and the Gaza Strip. We speak to Palestinians living in Malaysia about #SaveSheikhJarrah and the continued violence unfolding in East Jerusalem. Image Source: Ahmed Abu Hameeda, Unsplash See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...

Bank Negara predicts Malaysia will achieve gross domestic product (GDP) growth of between 6.0 percent and 7.5 percent in 2021. Jayant Menon gives his analysis on this positive forecast, what might drive economic recovery and how MCO 3.0 factors into the equation. Image Source: Gwoeii, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Vibes recently reported purported plans from businessman Tan Sri Desmond Lim Siew Choon to takeover the Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport and to develop it into a city airport. We look into the progress of this proposal and what it would mean for the aviation industry. Image Source: AZIRULL AMIN ARIPIN, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Vibes recently reported purported plans from businessman Tan Sri Desmond Lim Siew Choon to takeover the Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport and to develop it into a city airport. We look into the progress of this proposal and what it would mean for the aviation industry. Image Source: AZIRULL AMIN ARIPIN, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore's decision to extend the quarantine period in the country from 14 days to 21 days has caused an outcry from the Malaysian workers who have yet to return home since last year. Shawn tells us more. Image Source: Goh Rhy Yan, Unsplash See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthropologists say that smartphones have become the place where humans live, carrying our homes in the palm of our hands everywhere we go. Do these circumstances elevate human connection or are we slowly being led to feeling more alone than ever? We speak with Dr Chua Sook Ning to learn more. Image Source: Kindel Media, Pexels See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore joins Hong Kong as one of the countries with the longest quarantine requirements for inbound travellers. We get on the ground sentiments and look at the larger challenges that an extended quarantine would create for Malaysians working in Singapore. Image Source: Hu Chen, Unsplash See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Twitter has just introduced the "Tip Jar", a new feature which allows users to receive money from others who enjoy the content that they share. Dhanya Nair tells us more. Image Source: Claudio Schwarz | @purzlbaum, Unsplash See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, the Health Ministry banned yet another batch of toxic cosmetic products. We look at why this is a recurring issue and discuss the dangers of a lack of regulation within the industry. Image Source: Raphael Lovaski, Unsplash See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Not everyone who is vaccine hesitant is an anti-vaxxer, and understanding this might help with our vaccination efforts. Dr Hariyati shares some ways to talk to the people in your life who feel apprehensive about the COVID-19 vaccine. Image Source: Thirdman, Pexels See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The initiative is part of IKEA's efforts to shift towards a circular model - where items for sale can be reused, recycled or rejigged. Dhanya Nair gives us the details. Image Source: Alexander Isreb, Pexels See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Restaurant operators are urging the government to not completely disallow dine-ins under MCO 3.0 to help businesses cope with expenses. We check in with an F&B operator to better understand what needs to be done to support restaurant operators during this time. Image Source: Nabil Shaarani, Unsplash See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A couple becomes the first people to live in a fully 3D printed house in The Netherlands. Dhanya Nair tells us more. Image Source: Joss Woodhead, Unsplash See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We catch up with Liew Chin Tong about DAP's role in a likely three-way fight between the political coalitions - Perikatan Nasional, Pakatan Harapan and Barisan Nasional - to form the government in the next General Election. Image Source: zmpixes, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The government has announced that a third Movement Control Order (MCO) would be imposed in six Selangor districts from May 6th to May 17th with new SOPs moving forward. We speak about how this MCO will affect the country and what it would mean for people celebrating Raya this year. Image Source: MIFAS, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Sports Industry Coalition is calling for the government to consider allowing small sporting events to take place, if and when the number of COVID-19 cases goes down. We speak with two members of the coalition to learn more about the struggles the industry has been facing, and what solutions they propose. Image Source: Vienna Reyes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Human Resources Ministry has launched the Working for Workers app for employees to submit confidential work-related complaints. Dhanya Nair tells us more. Image Source: Luis Villasmil, Unsplash See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The issue of affordable housing has been in the news a lot lately, particularly with the last year impacting so many of us financially. We look at the sorts of choices we should be making when it comes to buying or renting a place to stay. Image Source: Brandon Griggs, Unsplash See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today marks the World Press Freedom Day, and this year's theme is: Information is a public good. We spoke to Gayathry Venkiteswaran, on what it takes to create sustainable press freedom in this country. Image Source: Ron Lach, Pexels See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tech giant Baidu is introducing a driverless taxi service in China, called "Robotaxis", to operate during the 2022 winter olympics. Dhanya tells us more. Image Source: Jerry Wang, Unsplash See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.