News You Should Know (2026)

07/04/2020

It's Day 21 of MCO and has been a few days since we updated, so here's what you should know from around the world.

1. Singapore has gone into its own month-long lockdown following an announcement by their President. Unfortunately, it resulted in their own version of panic buying that is lining up in IKEA. Guess it's because they 'atas sikit' so cannot panic buy at normal Mydin or Speedmart99.

2. Yesterday our DG of Health, Dato Hisham announced that we made more recoveries than new cases so HOORAY! Also the Ministry is increasing its capacity for testing - despite there being a shortage of reagent (don't worry, they are in the midst of getting more). Now, aside from that, the DG also recommended that you clean your hands after playing with your pets.

Now, this does not mean you throw away your pets due to coronavirus fears!! In fact, your pets should be more worried of you passing the virus to them rather than the other way. We mean, just ask the poor Malayan Tiger that got the virus.

3. Dairy farmers in the US are now dumping out milk from their supply due to the disruption in their service. But don't worry you will still get your Dutchlady.

4. The courts have begun sentencing those who have been caught violating the MCO with fines and community service. So moral of the story, Stay at Home! We know lot's of you went out to get the new McD Burger.

And finally,

5. MPs around Malaysia are helping the less fortunate with their groceries. Let's just hope they weren't handing out the goods with a Doremon voice. Yeesh.

27/03/2020

Here's what you should know after MCO Day 9. [UPDATED]

1. It's been annouced that our dear PM, ministers and Deputy ministers will be donating 2 months salary to the national fund. Considering we have 70 people in the Cabinet that would be alotttt of money.

2. Internationally, Prince Charles - yes, Princess Diana's ex-hubby - has been diagnosed positive for Covid-19. He is 70 this year. Also the number of positive Covid-19 in the US has already surpassed that of China. Guess US first again?

3. Locally, along with the coronavirus pandemic, Malaysia is also experiencing a wave of blur men shoppers. This was after it was announced that only the ketua keluarga can leave the house to buy supplies. Luckily, having internet data has helped curb further serious symptoms.

4. Locally, states in Malaysia are also announcing economic stimulus package to help people and businesses affected by the Movement Control Order.

5. Also if you have a loan from a local bank, Bank Negara announce that there will be an automatic deferment for 6 months. It would run from the 1st of April 2020 to 30th September 2020. But there are some key things to note.

- The deferment is automatic. YOu have to tell your bank if you want to continue paying as normal.
- There will still be monthly interest running (excluding RHB, OCBC and Maybank). You just pay it later.
- You must not have any overdue more than 90 days on your loan.
- You still have to pay your credit card charge as normal.

26/03/2020

What you should know after Day 8 of MCO.

1. MCO will be extended to April 14. Yes, that's right. Our PM has announced that we will be staying home for another 2 week. TBH, it's only 8 days and we bet most of us are already turning into Snorlax.

2. Internationally, the world has almost gone into total lockdown. Countries such as India, the UK and US have also imposed a lockdown on their citizens following a surge of cases. Unfortunately, Spain has exceeded China in the number of death due to Covid-19

3. If you are a food lover, Dalgona coffee/milo/matcha is currently trending. Yes, you would have seen those Insta pics, Tiktok videos and Facebook post.

4. Unfortunately, with the extension of MCO many people are feeling the pinch. Workers who leave on a daily wage - such as mak cik nasi lemak - are now struggling to keep afloat. Aside from that, stray animals that use to live of the kindness of people are also left in a lurch because no one is going out.

So if you do have the money to spare, rather than shopping online donate it to a charity that helps these poor souls.

And lastly

5. The America Psychiatric Association have said that in isolation it is normal for you to start talking to your plants or pets. You are not crazy...that is until they talk back.

Any pets/plants talking back yet?

21/03/2020

What you should know after Day 3 and 4 of MCO. [UPDATED]

1. The Malaysian Military (ATM) will be deployed to aid the police in ensuring people follow the MCO. Now, note the key point - AID the POLICE - not enforce the rule. So the police are still in charge. However, some parties have argued that the move is hasty and uncoordinated.

2. Also, Malaysia recorded it's 4th death on Day 4. Case 238 was a 50 y/o Malaysian male who was part of the tabligh cluster. He was admitted to the Melaka Hospital with symptoms of Severe Acute Respiratory Infection on the 12 of March.

Day 4 also recorded an additional 4 more deaths as of 7.25pm per the Ministry of Health Malaysia, making it the highest number of deaths due to covid-19 recorded per day.

So Malaysians, don't go out. STAY HOME. And if you need to see the doctor, be truthful of your medical history. Your lies and ignorance could cause someone else their lives.

3. Our new Health Minister - not Dr Dzul, okay - drew backlash after he went on national TV to tell people to drink warm water because that kills Coronavirus...😒🤦‍♀️🤦‍♂️Safe to say this is NOT true.

Also, our favourite coconut-banging-carpet-flying Raja Bomoh is back. This time he claims to help the world get rid of Covid -19

4. Unfortunately, for Malaysians, the Government has decided to increase to the price of the 3-ply mask to RM2. This is an increase of 250% from the previous price of RM0.80. The reason given was that it was needed to meet the demand.

TBH we think it's a bad idea - not to mention this makes it even less affordable (or impossible to buy) for the less fortunate.

And, in lighter news

5. Fifty Shades Freed was one of the trending movies (no.2 the last we check) on Netflix in Malaysia. 😏😏😏

20/03/2020

What you should know after Day 2 of MCO.

1. As of now, the number of positive cases in Malaysia is still increasing. However, it seems that some Malaysians as still openly defying the order by eating out. The authorities are now stepping up their crackdown on these people so hopefully, the numbers go down.

2. Luckily, in the middle of the MCO we still see the awesome side of our rakyat. People and organizations are stepping up to help the elderly and less fortunate get their daily groceries and food to sustain themselves during the 14-days MCO. Hashtags such as are trending in a sense of solidarity among Malaysians.

3. Across the Causeway, Singaporeans are lending a helping hand to stranded Malaysians by offering a place to stay or food and blankets. Singapore authorities have also stepped up patrols to check up on workers who were not able to secure accommodations.

4. On an international front, Italy has announced that they are extending their lockdown. This comes as news broke that the country now has the highest amount of death due to Covid-19. It was even higher than in China.

International students in Europe -especially the UK - are scrambling to find transport back to their home country due to the uncertainty of the Covid-19 situation in the UK.

And

5. It has been announced that the Army will be deployed - on Sunday - along with the police to ensure that the rakyat are adhering to the MCO order. However, this is NOTTTTTTTT a lockdown, ok. It's still an MCO.

So ...unless you want it to get worse😒

19/03/2020

What you should know after Day 1 of Restricted Movement Order.

1. Our PM 8 decided to make a special address yesterday night (8 PM). Long story short, his message was to stay home, don't be stupid and watch HBO.

2. Unfortunately, there were still some people who were blatantly moving around outside. We mean 'makan at mamak' and 'balik kampung' movement. However, it looks like the authorities are getting more serious with the Police going out and fining people.

Also, the Selangor Cops are also stepping up with their operations to enforce the Movement Control Order (MCO).

3. On the international front, despite there being a pandemic, a huge Tabligh gathering in Indonesia is still set to go on. The expected amount of attendees. As of now, the Bernama has confirmed that 83 participants are Malaysians!

While we do understand the need to fulfilled religious needs, we also think it's very selfish and reckless of those Malaysians.

4. Also internationally, Italy is expected to extend it's country's lockdown as the number of cases continues to climb. Hospitals are so overwhelmed that patients are now treated in warehouses while bodies who those who died in self-isolation are left for days.

Yet, stupidly - yes, we are using that word - young Americans are still going on spring break with pictures of YOLO-ness filling Instagram.

And

5. Eateries and retail outlet in Malaysian and across the world are facing huge financial crisis due to the outbreak and the lockdowns/MCO. Brands such as Laura Ashley (high-end interior design) are facing bankruptcy.

But, on the other hand, delivery service demand is at an all-time high.

17/03/2020

What you should know about Malaysia's Restricted Movement Order / Movement Control Order. [UPDATED}

1. The Order will be in effect for 14 days (18/3 - 31/3)

2. All international borders and travels are on restricted. Yes, you CAN'T move in and out of the country. And if you want to travel to other Negeri, you'll have to fill up papers at the local police station.

3. All education institutions will be close. So...
School Kids: Extended Holiday!!
Uni Peeps: Online Classes and trying to brain project submissions
Parents: Extended Stress and Love...we guess.

4. Essential retail will be open. In short, you can still buy your groceries so don't stock up like it's the apocalypse. Also, supermarket stores like Jaya Grocers have announced that they are implementing special opening time for senior citizens to shop.

So don't be an ass. BTW, what are ya'll obsession with toilet paper?

5. Food stalls can/will still be open but you can only tapau, not makan there.

And, finally,

6. The Movement Order was made under the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases Act 1988 and well as the Police Act 1967. Now what this mean is that the Order has legal and possibly criminal repercussions if you break it.

TL;DR If you 'pandai-pandai' jalan jalan during 18/3-31/3 you can get caught and be jailed/fine.

So STAY home, DON'T panic buy and KEEP up with us.

13/03/2020

We are sorry for the long hiatus but we are finally back with a weekly update.

So if you didn't know here's what you should know from around the world.

1. First up, Coronavirus. Like, it is something you all should know by now. But here is a quick update of what is happening so far.
Currently, in Malaysia, we have 158 confirmed cases, with the cases now spreading out of the Klang Valley area. As of now, more cases are expected following revelations that an outbreak had occurred in a massive tabligh gathering 2 weeks ago. Unfortunately, due to the influx, it seems that updates from the MOH are becoming less detailed. 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♀️

2. In more Malaysian news, it seems all is not well in the new govt. While we refrained from commenting on the political turmoil that happened during , as the dust settles and the new govt was announced, not everyone is happy. It seems the not all Perikatan Nasional MPs support PM Muhyiddin decision on the Cabinet. As parliament sitting is postponed to 18 May, we wonder how many MPs will be in support of the govt then. If not..Snap Elections anyone?

3. In world news, the economy is seeing a plunge with Wall Street stocks hitting an all-time low. Way lower than the 2008 recession. This has lead to speculation that there will likely be a global financial crisis. Part of the plunge is caused by coronavirus and also travel bans issued in several countries.

4. But in other news, while governments are banning large gathering, the world's biggest sports gathering - it's the Olympics FYI - is still on. Yes, that's right. Tokyo is pushing on with the event with PM Shinzo Abe telling Trump that there is no plans to push it off...so far that is.

But TBH, do you think the Olympics should be a go?

And finally, for more positive news

5. While everyone is stuck inside for fear of coronavirus, mother nature is also getting a breather from us. NASA reported that the air pollution levels in China experience significant drops following the virus outbreak. It might be temporary it really shows how much the Earth does NOT need us to destroy it.

24/02/2020

Just so you know. As of now...

1. Tun M resigned as PM
2. BERSATU quits PH
3. Azmin + Zuraida sacked from PKR

TL;DR We have a dumpster fire of a political day and it's only the start of the week.

23/02/2020

We were not planning to have any post this week but the news is just too hot to not have a Sunday Special!

By now you might have seen stuff such as 'Pakatan Nasional' or , well we are here to explain what is going on.

On Thursday, 20 Feb 2020, it was exactly 2 years after it was promised Anwar would be made PM. Well, on Friday (21/2/2020) there was a Pakatan presidential council that ended with BERSATU -i.e. the party Tun M is in- threatening to leave PH is people keep pestering Tun M to set a date for an official handover to Anwar.

So till just this morning things were tense, but still kumbaya. Until MAJOR news broke.

At 10am this morning, Ministers and MPs loyal to Azmin Ali - which you should know by now is beefing with Anwar - meet at Sheraton Hotel PJ. Now, this started HUGE - and we mean HUGE - speculations that BERSATU and part of PKR are breaking off to join forces with UMNO and PAS to make a new 'Pakatan Nasional".

This didn't help when presidents of 5 political party - PAS, UMNO, BERSATU, WARISAN, PBB - and Azmin Ali were seen having a meeting at Istana Negara with the Agong at around 7pm.

Currently, it is expected that a press conference will be held soon.

TL;DR Bunch of PH MPs and Opposition MPs decided to gang up, meet the Agong and discuss a possible new coalition.

What does that mean for the rakyat? Malaysia Baharu might not be so 'baru' come tomorrow morning.

11/02/2020

Early of the week update!

Here's what you should know from around the world.

1. The Oscars was held yesterday morning and let's just say Asians SLAYED. South Korean film, Parasite, landed 4 Oscar awards including Best Picture. Now, this is a huge feat, as it ties with Walt Disney's record - Disney won 4 awards for 4 different work on the same night while Parasite won all 4 on its own.

On another note, Joaquin Pheonix won best actor for his role in Joker.

2. Also in showbiz, the local Anugerah Juara Lagu 34 made history protesting against Rosmah and Najib. The band, Drama Band (yes, ironic we know), came out donning the 2.5bil iconic clown face and rocking out on stage, while the words 'Careful Who You Belive" flashed across the backdrop.

Let's just say we were rocking with the rebellious moods.

3. In more serious news, after the American Senate decided to acquit Pres. Trump over his impeachment charges, it seems that he is cleaning house. Over the last few days, witnesses that spoke out against Trump have been fired - in what many press and public think is in retaliation.

While we do understand it's his choice, it does seem petty.

4. As usual another Wuhan Virus Update. Currently, the death toll has risen to over 1,000. In Malaysia, the no. of infected patients stand at 18 - with 3 of them having recovered completely.

However, over the causeway - i.e. our neighbour down south, it seems everyone is panic-buying. Store shelves are emptied in a zombie-apocalypse style. Viral videos showed kiasu uncles and aunties literally sliding under shop shutters to get to the goods while we Malaysians just take pictures with our fully stocked supermarkets.

And, finally

5. For some good news, the American Super Bowl was held on the 3rd and the Kansas City Chiefs Won! Ok while that is shouldn't really concern us, one of its players Derrick Nnadi decided to pay for all the adoption fees for stray dogs in the local shelter. And guess what, they all got adopted!!! Over 100 doggos found their home and we are just so happy for them .

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10/02/2020

Update!!

After our post yesterday, the team at LHAG has posted an announcement on their website.

In it, they stated that business is as usual. They also went on to state some points from their side.

1. That the real dispute concerns the proper treatment of vast sums of money and not about changes to the partners' profit distribution scheme. The money concern were files opened and managed by Datuk DP Naban and Saravana Kumar, two partners from the tax practice group, from clients between 2009 to 2019.

They stated that "on 5 January 2020, the partners, by a clear majority, passed resolutions to, amongst others, ensure full compliance with all tax laws. This included seeking tax advice from the firm’s long-standing tax advisors as to the proper tax treatment of the Moneys, and complying with the advice."

LHAG went on to state that they would oppose vigorously the suit filed on 7 February 2020.

2. They adamantly stated that it is BUSINESS AS USUAL. As the partnership can only be dissolved by a resolution passed by 75% of the equity partners - the notice of dissolution that was sent out is not valid.

3. If any steps are taken to dissolve the firm, the process of reviewing the appropriate tax treatment of these large sums of money may be delayed or even frustrated.

TL;DR Its is safe to say again that is its business as usual at LHAG. Though now it seems that there might be more to the story. For now, its a he-say-she-say moment for the firm.

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