Malaysia has lost one of its deep thinkers on global issues. T Rajamoorthy from Third World Network, based in Penang, has passed away after a period of illness.
A socialist by orientation since his school days, he was a PSRM member in the 1970s and editor of Mimbar Sosialis. Full piece on Aliran website
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GEORGE TOWN: Chicken rice seller Ong Eng Kim slashed the price of his standard plate of chicken rice by about 40% – from RM5 to RM3 – and now he gets long lines of happy customers every day.
The 50-year-old did this since last October at his stall in a coffee shop in Jalan Macalister here.
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2023/03/26/long-lines-for-rm3-per-plate-chicken-rice
Truly Rahmah !
This is a great mystery. On one hand, we have many experts including multiple gomen ministries struggling with the issue of chicken supply and price. Local breeders are closing shop. Eggs from a monopoly importer are sold at above the purported max price, while local eggs are sold at far higher prices under various excuses.
Yet, here is a small unsupported retailer selling chicken rice at way below the acclaimed Menu Rahmah price of RM5.
Actually readers should highlight good value food vendors that provides honest pricing. Too many hawkers and mamak restaurants charging high price just because Penang food is appealing to tourists.
Not mystery. They are paying advertisement fees via chip chip price, They earn less per plateor at a lost. Instead paying leaflets they do it via this promotion
We must support this hawker. Ok to pay him more. [Some] nasi kandar still overcharge without any element of rahmah.
He is leading by example. Those Nasi Kandar folks should be ashamed for their high price little value!
RM3 Chicken Rice in action
https://youtube.com/shorts/R4zlqxlUKAw?feature=share
Anil should highlight good thinkers to readers while they are still alive. What we get is sadly only obituary. Sigh!
Fully agreed. What’s the point of giving tribute after the person is 6 feet under or cremated to ashes?
Good News For Penangites As PM Seems Receptive To Perak Raw Water Transfer Scheme, Says PBAPP Chief by N.Trisha dd Wednesday, 19 Apr 2023 12:37 PM MYT
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2023/04/19/good-news-for-penangites-as-pm-seems-receptive-to-perak-raw-water-transfer-scheme-says-pbapp-chief
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Good News indeed for Penang on the water transfer scheme except that it is still just news and the PM only SEEMs to be receptive, so we Penang folks are not going to get too excited about it not until we see big big pipes put up along with buildings. cont. …
What is happening to the Penang International Airport expansion? The state government got all excited about funding been approved for it and went scurrying here and there to get it going quickly. So far no news about it or whether the expansion of the airport has lifted off.
Transport Minister: Penang International Airport Expansion To Start This Year by Opalyn Mok dd 1 March 2023
https://malaysia.news.yahoo.com/transport-minister-penang-international-airport-084028413.html
George Town’s Incoming Mayor Vows To Protect City’s Heritage Buildings by Ian McIntyre dd 16 Apr 2023 2:50PM https://www.thevibes.com/articles/news/90515/george-towns-incoming-mayor-vows-to-protect-citys-heritage-buildings ======== A welcoming gesture from the state and not just talk only and do a little bit here and a little bit there. Not like that. We would like to see the state government get involved more in the preservation of our cultural and heritage sites, the need to support and work hand in hand with our local NGOs, activists and civil groups and along the way develop a strong preservation and maintenance culture. Hope, in this case, a new Mayor does… Read more »
Activist Duo Looks To Uphold Penang’s Heritage Together With Authorities
by Ian McIntyre dd 19 Apr 2023 7:00AM
https://www.thevibes.com/articles/news/90698/activist-duo-looks-to-uphold-penangs-heritage-together-with-authorities
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The heritage houses in the picture looks so beautiful like a work of art as compared to those ugly, gross looking modern building. On top of that some people do unnecessary renovations to add more ugliness to the already ugly building.
Jiaohe Ruins: Archaeological Researcher Preserves The Past For Future Generations dd 21 Apr 2023 11:22:39 PM
https://www.thestartv.com/v/jiaohe-ruins-archaeological-researcher-preserves-the-past-for-future-generations
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Heard that! Preserve the Past for Future Generations. Does the State Government and their MPs understand what this statement means?
The past culture and heritage defined who we were, defines now we are now and who we will be in the future. Your local MPs and councilors need to be schooled on these matters instead of talking highly about modernity without understanding it and sneering at the past. For example, if modernity is so much better, why is there congestion in Georgetown and other parts of Penang. What can’t you just resolve it with your science of modernity (developed or advanced style or technique)? We would want the young to show filial piety to all elders, show gratitude and be… Read more »
“Govt Agrees To Increase EPF voluntary Contribution Limit To RM100,000: PM”
by Adam Ayzzat dd 09 Apr 2023 5:35PM
https://www.thevibes.com/articles/news/89986/govt-agrees-to-increase-epf-voluntary-contribution-limit-to-rm100000-pm
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” The government has agreed to increase the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) voluntary contribution limit from RM60,000 to RM100,000 per annum, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Our Rakyat says thank you to the unity government for looking into it and approving. Hoping that the implementation date will be announced soonest.
Anybody went to Jon’s talk?
https://youtu.be/1ypdv4i8vYY
Wee says MCA can crititise DAP just like Alpha does here. But DAP orso has the right to defend to reply the accusation.
Not sure how umno will give seats for mca to contest in state elections. Dap will not give up Chinese majority area and umno will not give up Malay majority area.
Maybe Wee kS can lead his team to contest in Kelantan and Terengganu new frontier for mca to seek new beginning?
MCA president Wee Ka Siong paid a courtesy visit to Communist Party of China’s (CPC) International Liaison Department Minister Liu Jianchao.
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2023/03/30/mca-president-pays-courtesy-visit-to-cpc-in-beijing
Is he officially in DSAI’s government delegation to China?
Like the petty fault finding with MCA for tagging along with our PMX at his invitation, to his official visit to China. Childish, ain’t it?
Both in the same group but one is not happy about it. Put our Nation first, followed by Rakyat, political parties comes last. Its a simple thing to understand.
Al pha, miss opportunity. In past you send $$_ to theng suah. Today they send $$ back here. Pm sing apor said today China is different from China in the past. See they have high speed train travelling all over China. Up sea to west lake, high speed train every 15 min or less.
Wee KS took lots of selfies in China and posted on his FB – local Chinese press in turn published these photos to give impression that MCA is facilitating trade with China?
He is seeking cheap publicity as the community has long given up on MCA.
Out of box thinkers who are not in syn with 22 years and 22 months of Mahathirism policies should now voice out without fear or favour to steer the nation, now that Sultan of Johor (next Agong) has endorsed present Unity Government for better future for the rakyat.
https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2023/03/24/analysts-high-marks-from-johor-sultan-show-royal-institutions-confidence-in-the-anwar-administration/61391
High marks in store for influencing thinkers like Mr Anil to engage the minds of readers to uphold justice and rid the cancerous corruptions at all levels.
Here is more on our State of Penang as a tourist island “Malaysians Still Prefer Going On Local Holidays” by By Melody L. Goh dd Wednesday, 05 Apr 20239:05 AM MYT https://www.thestar.com.my/lifestyle/travel/2023/04/05/malaysians-still-prefer-going-on-local-holidays ======== Hope the people in the state government and tourism dept. are following on this. If they have forgotten what Penang represents, a reminder that our Pearl of the Orient is a Tourist Island, first and foremost and needs to give, very very much less attention to making it an Industrial Island. Our Multi Cultural and Heritage Environment which includes Green must be Preserved and Maintained. Also, our… Read more »
Alpha, first no $$$ and only overseas is over the sea to Penang. Other countries with inflasi, how to afford. Third we can speak mainly BM. What multi culture? Discourage visit places of worship and eat separately. Now mainly Malay and mamak food 24 hours. Chinese food only day time.
Are you have a stress?
https://www.nst.com.my/amp/news/nation/2023/04/897056/varsity-student-ridiculed-poor-use-english
Have replied to whatever it is that you are screaming about in your reply – Shriek Reply to A Rakyat 88 dd 30 Mar 2023 8.08pm, but for some reason our moderator has decided not to publish it. And so, ah have decided to let Chat-Gpt answer. ** Is Green Environment Better Than Concrete, Brick and Mortar All Over ? Answer — Yes, a green environment is better than having concrete, brick, and mortar all over for several reasons: Conservation of natural resources: A green environment conserves natural resources such as soil, water, and air. Reduction of urban heat islands:… Read more »
Alpha, population, factories, offices and eating places and cars have increased. So less green. Now you eat and drink more. All these consume land and spaces. Why don’t you go and start to plant green or drain trees?
Noise reduction: Trees and plants can significantly reduce noise pollution by absorbing sound waves.
Improved mental and physical health: Living in a green environment has been linked to better mental and physical health, reducing stress, and promoting relaxation.
In summary, having a green environment is a better and more sustainable approach to urban development, rather than relying on concrete, brick, and mortar structures.
>>> Ah end mah case. Can understand or not, not so young, shriek?
More green attract more mosquitoes and rise in dengue fever and malaria. More green, more stagnant water in plants for mosquitoes to breed and multiply
Alpha. Senior 888. You can asked them to lower the volume. Reduce rap song, karaoke, drive less, drive electric scooter and use electric cars and buses.
Klang Folk Ha-Ha-happy To Live In One Of Country’s Happiest Towns (Poll Inside) by Edward Rajendra dd Friday, 31 Mar 2023
https://www.thestar.com.my/metro/metro-news/2023/03/31/klang-folk-ha-ha-happy-to-live-in-one-of-countrys-happiest-towns
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Despite the constant Disruption of Drinking Water, the many Port Holes on the Road, Accidents, Traffic jams, the constant Breakdown of LRTs, MRTs etc, Annual Flooding seasons, Homeless People, etc etc etc, the people of Klang are truly gifted, they are happy.
Up yonder over the hills, ah can see that mid year State Election coming. So, don’t worry, be happy.
* Bobby McFerrin – Don’t Worry Be Happy (Lyrics)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=68vZX2uUKKA
How to live a Happy Life without Money
https://www.marham.pk/healthblog/how-to-live-a-happy-life-without-money/
– Always remember to Smile.
– Be aware of your Surroundings.
– Be Grateful for what you have.
– Get your Body Moving.
– Go outside and get some Fresh Air.
– Develop a Sense of Contentment.
– Adopt a Minimalist Mindset.
– Get a Good night’s Sleep.
Basically learn to live within your means. Our Ringgit is very low in value and we should not spend as though we are in a developed country, like Singapore.
Also get some sunshine, especially in the morning or evening.
“More Benefits From The Budget” dd Thursday, 30 Mar 2023.
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2023/03/30/more-benefits-from-the-budget
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Well and good, thank you, Sir. But we Rakyat would like to know what has happened to the proposed increase in the individual EPF members’ deposit to their EPF account from RM60,000 to RM100,000 by the previous PM9 government in their 2023 budget.
Greedy banks are earning billions in profits annually but giving pittance in interest for their account holders. Worse, ever since they went somewhat digital their current rules, ah believe and it looks like, is to protect themselves more than protecting their account holders.
Local banks want you to use internet banking as they reduce counter service to cut cost. However internet banking is not 100% safe since OTP could be hijacked. Will banks refund you due to unlawful withdrawal?
how they refund you when you want to press any or all the button or click on to the links?
Banks are using technology as an excuse to cut frontline staff with less direct customer face to face service. Now ask you to talk to robot on the phone!
Hallo, people in the State Government and the State tourist Department, if you people have some time from whatever things you are busy busy with, do read the article below, written by Mr. Pola Singh, one of our many many many Malaysians’ who understands, appreciates and enjoys, one of Penang’s nature’s gift, our Beautiful Penang Hill.
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“Penang Hill Is The Best Attraction On The Island For This Malaysian Hiker”
by Pola Singh dd Saturday, 01 Apr 2023 9:00 AM MYT
https://www.thestar.com.my/lifestyle/travel/2023/04/01/there039s-more-to-penang-than-just-the-food
Without brick and mortar and oil, how does one reach the hill to admire the view? Even building foot paths, dont need bricks and mortar? Imagine hundreds going up and hundreds coming down in the same foo path? Alpha 888 Senior can tahan?
Here is more of what can be done to enhance, simple improvements for our State of Penang, our precious little Pearl of the Orient, while retaining its natural beauty without plastering all over with bricks and mortar – Mega projects costing billions.
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“Happy Tourists, Happy Penang!” by By N. Trisha dd Sunday, 02 Apr 2023
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2023/04/02/happy-tourists-happy-penang
Al pha Senior 888. No bricks and mortars, you expect torists to sleep on tree tops or attaps like you before the invasion by Japanese? Without a berth or wharf, you expect tourists to swim ashore or row row your boat?
Without bricks and mortar, you will not see 7 wonders of the world. There will be no pyramids, no great wall and no one will come to see the Opera house and pagoda in Penang
It was not like this way back in the sixties to eighties and possibly nineties. Back then banks had integrity, morality and were ethical in their business dealing to their account holders. Now am not sure, believe there is a trust deficit.
As an old senior ah depend on mah saving to survive the current onslaught of economic devastation namely arbitrary price increases on many daily needs and other items by some greedy business people. Please note, to some of us Rakyat, inflation simply means profiteering.
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Alpha 888, you can be a Senior activist or NGOs to fight for rights of Seniors. Fight for more Senior or Orang Emas concessions. You have sacrifice how many years contributing taxes to your MCA/Umno gomen???
All same lah. You think your current state government is any different. Just look at their annual state budget. Heavy on the Operation cost and light on the development cost.
How many state agencies have they created and for what purpose and on how many of these agencies are politicians holding multiple post beside being an MP or a State Assembly person.
Win the polls, share the cake, fight hard to keep it. Still not enough. We have court clusters as well. Just Shameful!
Light on development because of you. You KbKb about development. So with $$$ reaming gomen give 1.5k to all. Jiak bui leow. Not happy, don’t worry be an activist NGO
Of course is different. If not different why you can’t go to different places of worship? Why many nons go over the seas? Why many still go to red dot to work.
Hallo shriek, your comment “Shriek Reply to A Rakyat 88 dd 28 Mar 2023 1.59pm”. Well, ah do not know this person. Have not heard of him or his Third World Network in Penang nor have ah seen him till this article of Mr. T Rajamoorthy was published here on this blogsite. Since he is being described as a prolific writer and editor, a gentle and caring activist of the South, a compassionate human being, who have helped to shape the global discourse on trade policy, human rights and climate change, ah salute him with mah comments on matters of… Read more »
Now you only say and think about him after 40 comments? I show respect when I say RIP and ask you to like him instead of being a broken record, brick and mortar, brick and mortar
” Penang Pakatan Faces Uphill Battle In State Election, Say Analysts” by Ian McIntyre dd 29 Mar 2023 9:00 AM https://www.thevibes.com/articles/news/89054/penang-pakatan-faces-uphill-battle-in-state-election-say-analysts ======== Well yes, and there should be a strong Opposition in the State Assembly of Penang with a 20 seat Opposition representation, representing some of us Rakyat who are opposed to certain Mega projects that displaces our (Penangites) way of laid back clean life. We want our Natural Green surroundings to remain as a Green Lung, our Green hills for trekking with friends or families, our White Sandy Beaches to relax and play under the sun (Family Time), our unpolluted… Read more »
Alpha, you not happy with Umno, Tak Pas and Berdua as opposition? They are opposition. Why you no KbKb at them? Show them how to do their job or are they gaji buta?
PN win Penang state election you will get a Malay PAS or Bersatu CM, not Dominic of Gerakan. Think carefully.
This is what alpha wants Penang. No brick and mortar but plenty of reciting, taking about race and religion.
Yes, No to Concrete, Brick and Mortar Everywhere. Prefer to see simple projects like the Penang Esplanade Promenade by the State Government or the upgrading of the Ferry Terminal by MCA/PPC, mostly conserving Penang’s Heritage which includes its Green environment, nature’s gift and not persevering for Concrete, Bricks and Mortar.
While some visionless leaders think about today only, there are those of us who care, who think about tomorrow, the future generation.
Appoint Malay chief minister if PN wins Penang, says Bersatu man
https://www.sinardaily.my/ampArticle/192951
Bersatu’s Chief Information Officer, Rasman Farish Shamsuddin, said a Malay leader must be appointed to the post of Penang chief minister if Perikatan Nasional (PN) wins the state government in the upcoming state polls.
What have you got to say about this happening under the PH Unity government ?
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“When Little Napoleons Abuse Their Power” by Clement Stanley dd 30 Mar 2023, 10:47pm
https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/opinion/2023/03/30/when-little-napoleons-abuse-their-power/
Alpha, napoleons dont start with PH. It started when MCA was in power with UMNO 60s ago. You forgot about ketuanan? Not only Napoleins, they have Mike Tysons too. Box you out of the way
MIC is eyeing Bagan Dalam and Perai in the mainland, which had been deemed traditional seats for MIC from the 1970s until DAP took over in 2008. The seats are now considered very safe constituencies for DAP.
https://www.malaysia-chronicle.com/?p=225239
MIC sources said the party hopes to make a comeback to mainstream politics via the unity government, which will depend heavily on PH’s goodwill.
The Air we breath is slowly becoming polluted in our tiny little island due to the large number of motor vehicles running around and the state’s solution to this is to cut more hillsides to build more roads. Climb up Penang Hill and then come down to the ground level and one will know the difference in the air one breaths. Then there is this alleged claim of not having sufficient funds, so they go about destroying one Natural part of our island and displace the large fishing community there by doing reclamation work, just so that they can sell… Read more »
Alpha, senior like 88 old must be very very kuat and not Pai Kuat? Can walk up the hill? Yes where got fund? Rakyat has to take out epf money when they are young.
It tells us how intelligent this people are in how they go about solving environmental problems and financing unsustainable projects not wanted by some or most of us. But their clueless supporters will say different – Concrete as oppose to Natural Green. These are some of the issues which the Opposition can look into and oppose, defend our ‘Pearl of the Orient’ and its people’s way of life and Nature’s gift. “They have contributed, but in politics, anyone is indispensable. – The Vibes, March 29, 2023” Hallo Ian McIntyre, in your article titled above, just to clarify, are you saying that… Read more »
MoT Instructs Prasarana To Discuss LRT, MRT Tech Issues: Loke dd 28 Mar 2023 5:19PM https://www.thevibes.com/articles/news/89024/mot-instructs-prasarana-to-discuss-lrt-mrt-tech-issues-loke ======== Just apologising all the time will not help solve the problem. Serious action needs to be taken. The question is, are you up for it? Loke: “LRT System In Dire Need Of Overhaul, Transport Ministry Should Reimburse Commuters” by By Rex Tan dd Wednesday, 09 Nov 2022 12:47 PM MYT https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2022/11/09/loke-lrt-system-in-dire-need-of-overhaul-transport-ministry-should-reimburse-commuters/38456 ======== “Loke added that Pakatan Harapan would give the LRT system the highest priority should it be given the mandate in the 15th general election (GE15).” No sure if MOT / A.… Read more »
Alpha, now you want to have more machines? Without brick and mortar how can this machine runs? The machine very high voltage electricity. Electricity comes from where? Sun is not powerful to generate high voltage.
Recent history tells us otherwise. Every time there is a change in the government, the ‘new’ Government does away with the previous government’s plans and come up their own new plans and in this way our Nation’s development gets caught in some sort of a ‘time loop’, ends with loss of billions and precious time. Meantime, our Nation’s problems gets accumulated, for example, our schools, hospitals, floods, transportation, water resources, etc etc etc, its ‘hardware and software’ developments remain stagnant, poor maintenance, no improvements, etc etc etc. Our political leaders, they like giving lofty talks and speeches, both locally and… Read more »
Alpha, when you move a new used house, second car, kapcai or new job, you don’t change anything at all?
“Burden On Umno To Deliver In Penang” By Joceline Tan dd Saturday, 25 Mar 20231:28 PM MYT https://www.thestar.com.my/opinion/columnists/analysis/2023/03/25/burden-on-umno-to-deliver-in-penang ======== There are Penang folks who are unhappy and who would like to see a far bigger representation by the Opposition in the State Assembly than it currently is due to the clueless State Government’s mindless Brick, Mortar and concrete projects. The cutting and clearing of the hills for additional roads, while many places have pot holes, poor maintenance, the land reclamation ( not only effecting the fisher folks way of life, but white sandy beach erosions in other parts of the island,… Read more »
Al pha, the brick and mortar is by private just like you. They don’t have right to develop as per legistration. Building if roads is to reduce burning of gasoline and time from A to B. Or you want to have bullock roads like your early day?
“Malaysia A Serious Global Player In Pushing For Sustainable Development Goals,” Says Local Govt Minister dd Monday, 27 Mar 2023 9:18 PM MYT
https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2023/03/27/malaysia-a-serious-global-player-in-pushing-for-sustainable-development-goals-says-local-govt-minister/61813
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Why do our political leaders come up with development plans that stretches to 10 years when their term of governing is only for 5 years. What is their idea or rationale behind it? Why can’t they just come up with a 5 year development plan and complete whatever it is within their term of governing.
Are they so sure they are going to be around for 10 years to complete their 10 year development plans?
Alpha, you should also asked why doc takes 6 to 7 years and have do house man ship. Why engrs take 4 years when in past only 3 years? Why your MCA with Umno has to build twin towers takes more than 5 years? The N-S low way also more than 5 years? Why can’t be 4 years 364days?