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KL is planning to set up a night track around the city centre for mat rempit to race, where several roads would be closed to traffic for a few hours to enable cyclists to ride on it. The Federal Territories Minister Datuk Seri Tengku Adnan Tengku Mansor said that this is meant to prevent cyclists from participating in illegal street racing. What do you think of this proposal? For your weekly dose...

In Malaysia, foreign workers dominate various sectors: the plantation industry, manufacturing, construction, cleaning services etc. Recently, a challenge was extended to the youth of Malaysia, asking them to take-on 3D work to reduce our dependency on foreign labour. We’re asking you today, what would it take for you to consider a 3D job? Our lines will be open. For your weekly dose of cinem...

On Talkback today, we're doing something special. We're going to open up our lines and take in song requests. Give us a call and tell us what songs best describes your thoughts on moving on. What's your favourite moving on song? For your weekly dose of cinema on radio, don't forget to check out "At the Movies", our brand new show on all things film. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN . See omnystudio.com/listen...

Domestic Trade, Cooperatives and Consumerism Minister Datuk Hamzah Zainuddin was reported as saying that the government was considering a proposal to enforce a law making it compulsory to segregate trolleys for halal and non-halal items in supermarkets. On Talkback today, we want to know how you feel about the current all-inclusive trolley. Does it make you feel uncomfortable when going about your...

Recent news about univeristy students in dire financial situations have prompted much discussion about their living conditions. Some students have claimed that they have been in situations where they were so broke that they could not afford to eat. On Talkback today, we're asking, who's to blame  when university students are starving, and what are the solutions to the issue? See omnystudio.co...

There’s a story that’s been unexpectedly making the rounds. It’s about how a food court in Kuching charged their patrons RM4.20 for an iced milo, and the outpouring of reactions to that incident. On Talkback today, we’re asking, how much are you willing to pay for milo ais? Our lines will be open. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2015 hasn’t been a good year for Malaysians when it comes to all things money and spending. In April we saw the introduction of the GST which raised the price of goods. We also saw severe inflation followed by skyrocketing housing prices, successive announcements of tariff and fare hikes. However, in spite of all the negative sentiment we’ve seen and heard, figures show an ironic spend...

The federal government has proposed to drop whipping as a form of punishment for minors found guilty of criminal acts. The Bill to overhaul the Child Act 2001, was tabled for its first reading in the Dewan Rakyat today. On Talkback today, we’re asking, are you in favour of making caning illegal overall? Should the ban be extended to households and schools?   See omnystudio.com/listener...

The Moral Education paper in the recent SPM has surprised many, over questions alleged to have been politically biased. As a result, many of those who sat for the paper have spoken out, saying that it sounds like an indoctrination so that they wouldn't participate in political activities. On Talkback today, we're asking: Can we teach morality as a subject? If so, how should it be taught? See omnys...

Yesterday, it was reported that Malaysia ranks 49 on the Global Terror Index 2015 (up 1 from 2014). With the world still reeling from heavy attacks on Paris and Beirut last weekend, do you feel disconnected from global acts of terror? Have you grown more fearful for your way of life? Our lines will be open. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a world that's obsessed with social media, how much impact has it had on the lives of ordinary Malaysians. We open the lines today to ask you - How much value do you place on your social media status? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In these past weeks, we've had a number of news relating to sex education. We've learned that there are about 18,000 teen pregnancies every year in Malaysia. There's an on-going disagreement about how the baby hatch solution is a failure, and today, a report from the US says teens practice safer sex if they were more open to talking to their parents about it. So to parents out there, do you speak...

The Health Ministry announced yesterday that it is considering either a total ban or strict regulations against vaping. The announcement comes as more studies are carried out on the health risks of vaping and its effects on passive vapers. The announcement didn't sit well with people with many asking the obvious: why ban vaping but not cigarettes? On Talkback Thursday today, we're asking: Do you t...

The Education Ministry has given schools the prerogative to run or close classes as they see fit, if the haze persists. And as we breathe in the acrid smell of smoke in the air, our frustration has reached an epic level of anger and hopelessness. On Talkback Thursday today, we're asking: How have you been coping with the haze? As parents, are you worried about the 'lost days' in school education f...

There seems to be a shift in content consumption these days, especially among our Gens Y and Z. TV doesn't seem to be the preferred choice of video-watching, and as a result, more and more Malaysian media companies seem to be rolling out on-demand television and movies. But do you still watch TV? How? Where do you watch TV? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sweden recently announced a 6-hour work day policy and jumping enthusiastically on the bandwagon echoing similar sentiments was the Malaysian Trade Union Congress (MTUC). But will similar hours work here in Malaysia? How productive would Malaysians be in a 6-hour work day? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was reported yesterday that City Hall (DBKL) will be looking to impose congestion charges on private vehicles come 2017. These charges will be imposed around high traffic areas in the city, specifically in KL's central business district. So, while we're dependent on our cars to get us around because of our poor public transportation system, we now will be charged for driving it. On Talkback Thu...

So another Malaysia Day has gone by. Looking at the papers though, you'd never know it. Mafia style murders, red shirts and Petaling Street have pretty much dominated the headlines. There's no doubt that news agencies thrive on it. It's all about readership and big numbers. The sensationalist stories. But we're trying to go beyond that today, move away from news-led conversations and talk about wh...

Over the past week or so, Malaysian football has been in the news for all the wrong reasons. There was the 10 - 0 defeat by United Arab Emirates in the 2018 World Cup qualifying second round Asian Zone Group A match. And this week, there was the game against Saudi Arabia that had to be disrupted, no thanks to our unruly Malaysian fans. Is Malaysian football beyond redemption? What needs to be done...

It's been four days since the biggest public demonstration in our history. Now, we ponder whether such public displays are in fact healthy for Malaysia?  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was announced yesterday that the English subject will not be made a compulsory pass in 2016, a reversal of the initially announced plan by the Education Ministry. Apparently more time is needed for both teachers and students to prepare. On Talkback today, we're asking: what are your thoughts on the matter? Do we need more time, and if so, how much time do we need? Our lines will be open. ...

As of yesterday evening, our Ringgit closed at 4.02 to the USD - the lowest recorded in 17 years. Alarm bells have set off among most Malaysians, as we scramble to make sense as to how this would affect our daily lives. Some parents who have sent their kids to study overseas are already feeling the pinch. So on Talkback today, we're asking: How has the weakening Ringgit affected you?  See omn...

There's been very little hype surrounding the KL City Grand Prix happening this weekend. Those living and working in KL have had to put up with road barriers that have forced pedestrians to walk on main roads rather than the usual walkways. And they now have to deal with road closures, an announcement made just weeks before for an event that was supposedly planned in advance. With such poor planni...

On Talkback today, we're doing something special. We're going to open up our lines and take in song requests. Give us a call and tell us what songs best describes how you feel about Malaysia today.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A recent survey carried out by HSBC saw 88% of parents opting to send their children overseas to pursue their tertiary education. This despite the mounting cost of education these days, on top of the escalating cost of living as well. But is an overseas education the only way to guarantee your child's future? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.