Malaysia’s 24-hour eateries urged to cut hours to tackle obesity concerns, but locals lack appetite for change

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The majority of the eateries in Malaysia that are open for 24 hours are the mamak restaurants, along with several fast-food restaurants like McDonald’s and Kentucky Fried Chicken ( KFC).

During the early hours of the morning, Mr Mukthahir’s mamak store is frequented mostly by workers from the city’s 24- hours factories in the business park. &nbsp,

” They come here before or after work, depending on their change. We accommodate that. He said,” We are obviously making a profit at the same time as we are providing a service, which is not true.”

Many people consider Mamak restaurants to be one of the pillars of Indonesian food because they offer a wide range of foods at any time of the day in a casual environment and at comparatively cheap rates. &nbsp,

Indonesian favourites such as rice canai, nasi laksa, and dish goreng are among their staples. Modern restaurants now actually serve European and Thai cuisine. &nbsp,

These restaurant are often found in metropolis- centres, near colleges and universities, as well as transport hubs. With some of the biggest fits being shown on major screens, they have grown to be a well-liked gathering place to watch late-night live football games. &nbsp, &nbsp,

Jawahar Ali Taib Khan, president of the Malaysian Muslim Restaurant Owners Association ( Presma ), stated to CNA that these traits contribute to the development of the country’s culture in mamak restaurants.

Because of their conduciveness and accessibility, he said, adding that the restaurant provided spaces for people to discuss topics at any time of the day, people “do not only go to the mamak franchises to eat and drink, but also to socialize.” &nbsp, &nbsp,

He said that there were approximately 12, 000 mamak franchises all over the country, with about third of them operating 24 hours. &nbsp, &nbsp,

He also refuted claims that the country’s 24 hours restaurant are to blame for health issues, saying that other aspects like an individual’s life practices were also a factor. &nbsp,

But, Mr. Jawahar stated that they were ready to discuss the matter with CAP and the Health Ministry and to take all ideas and suggestions. &nbsp,

M. Kharan, a 24-year-old student at the university, told CNA that he almost always spent his days at a mamak after nightfall because it was the most suitable place to get food at odd times. &nbsp,

He added that because of the much lower rates, a scholar like him could pay, the prices at the Mamak eateries were the best for watching sports together rather than at a table or restaurant.

‘ There is also a lot of variety of foods, “he added.

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Rural Chinese workers become unlikely livestreamers amid slowing economy, fewer prospects

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However, success stories like Mr Chu’s are few and far between among the land ’s 300 million migrant workers.

The livestreaming economy, which peaked during the COVID-19 crisis, is becoming extremely depleted as more look for a unique backbone amid an uncertain financial perspective.

This has made it difficult for visitors to walk out and overpower another livestreamers, according to authorities. Some employ obscene methods to increase views.

Swansea University’s Associate Professor of Media and Communications Studies Dr. Yan Wu argued that industry rules is necessary because livestreaming involves a wider range of talent.

“The content of streaming could be vulgar and sexual, ” she told CNA’s East Asia Tonight.

“( The ) industry poses this new challenge because in the past, when you think of the media industry, it has clearly separated fields– journalism, entertainment, advertising, etc.

However, the streaming market appears to bring all of these distinct industries up. So the important factor is, who’s guilty? ”

She pointed to a “huge passion ” in China for new technology like digital reality. In recent years, online bloggers created with unnatural brains have also gained traction.  

“ When the technology keeps advancing under the market, ( in ) certain areas, the market reaches a saturation point. However, there are new approaches, new diversity strategies, and a market segment plug-in that will be able to give us a new economic growth point, according to Dr. Yan.

It was a no-brainer for Mr. Chu to change career pathways rather than to live in one of China’s most wealthy and most populous cities.

” When you’re in the area, your income may be just a few thousand renminbi, and the job is difficult and relaxing. Even when you’re in the moment, you think the money comes easily, ” he said.

“ But in the long run, with technology, you risk becoming outdated; you will no longer be useful. “

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Philippines summons China envoy over water cannon attack

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A senior Chinese embassy official was summoned by the Philippines ‘ Department of Foreign Affairs on Thursday ( May 2 ) over the “harassment of Philippine vessels” in the South China Sea. ” The Philippines protested the intimidation, ramming, swarming, shadowing and blocking, dangerous movements, usage of water guns andContinue Reading

Death toll from south China road collapse rises to 48

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China: The death toll from a bridge collapse in southwestern China’s Guangdong province has risen to 48, position press said on Thursday ( May 2 ), as recovery work continued. According to state news agency Xinhua, heavy rains on Wednesday caused a section of the road running from Meizhou areaContinue Reading

Death toll from south China road collapse rises to 36

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China: The death toll from a bridge collapse in southwestern China’s Guangdong province has risen to 36, position press said Thursday ( May 2 ), as recovery work continued. According to state media firm Xinhua, heavy rains on Wednesday caused a section of the road running from Meizhou area toContinue Reading

Malaysian civil servants to see record pay hike of over 13 per cent from Dec: Anwar

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After Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced a salary increase of over 13 % for them effective from December 1, civil workers in Malaysia will undoubtedly look forward to the week’s end.

The government will receive an annual salary of RM10 billion ( US$ 2.09 billion ), according to Mr. Anwar, who stated that this will be the highest salary increase ever.

There are some 1.2 million civil servants in the country, 90 per cent of whom are Bumiputeras, according to a statement from Free Malaysia Now.

The last time the salaries of civil servants were updated was 12 years ago, when they saw a 13 % increase.

When launching the national-level Labour Day celebrations, he was quoted as saying,” We must seriously consider the welfare of our workers, despite our debt may be large with the existing deficit,” according to The Star on Wednesday ( May 1 ), in a statement released on the same day.

Mr. Anwar, who had previously promised a “best always” update for civil servants, added that starting from this year, the total income for them may not reach RM2, 000, which includes their income and fixed allowances.

” Now, the maximum total income of legal servants is RM1, 765. The lowest total earnings, including allowances, may be RM2, 000, and a fresh measurement and criteria will be introduced.

The program was originally scheduled to start in January of next year, but it will start in December of this year, he said.

The revamped Public Service Remuneration System, in Mr. Anwar’s opinion, will be the most complete and largest compensation plan in terms of economic repercussions for the Indonesian state.

He, nevertheless, stressed that civil servants who are underperforming will not be rewarded nor promoted.

They will be screened to see if they are stupid or frequently arriving late for work. If their document is inadequate, they will not become rewarded,” said Mr Anwar.

Separately, Steven Sim, the chancellor of human resources, stated that there were programs for various industries and that the government values all worker groups.

He cited the pilot project for the Progressive Wage Policy that aims to raise the middle pay for employees in the private sector.

” For us, legal employees are frontliners. If we want our government’s business to advance, so we can create better job prospects, therefore we need legal servants who are productive and efficient.

According to the New Straits Times, he said,” I believe that the understanding and appreciation given to civil servants will inspire them to carry out their duties to create the country’s economy up.”

More details of the wage increase for legal employees will be revealed, according to Fahmi Fadzil, a spokesperson for the unity government, when Budget 2025 is released later in October.

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