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Time of India
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ruben Sim's ‘Twitter stress' excuse backfires as fan comments, 'Maybe don't use your phone while driving?' and many agree
(Image via YouTube/Ruben Sim) Ruben Sim, a popular YouTuber who is known for Roblox gaming and his critic videos, has sparked significant online backlash. The criticism began after his deliberate attempt to deflect the blame for a driving mishap onto his Twitter followers. As he claimed, the online interactions (as he checked his phone while driving) caused him to crash. The excuse, though, drew widespread condemnation and brought blunt safety reminders from the audience and more. The entire incident even sparked widespread criticism, with the online community refusing to accept his excuse. Ruben Sim makes a Twitter stress excuse for reckless driving Sim took on X, describing the entire mishap with a palpable frustration. His post, which showed the car in question to have been in an accident, came with a comment. It read, 'Are you fucking happy? Twitter has been really stressing me out lately and I slid into a curb while checking my mentions. You people are evil." The explicit admission coming from Sim clearly blamed his audience for his stress. As per his comments, stress led him to use the phone while he was driving, and it caused a subsequent crash. The entire blame game became a focal point of some intense criticism received by the YouTuber. A user bluntly replied, 'Maybe don't use your phone while driving?' Sim's attempt to shift responsibility backfired quite spectacularly. Instead of gaining sympathy, the core issue that his fans seized upon was his own dangerous action, making active use of a phone while he was operating a vehicle. The fundamental message echoing across many X user comments was crystal clear—distracted driving was the problem and not the Twitter mentions. Fans even went ahead to demand personal accountability from Sim for his reckless behaviour. Ruben Sim faces backlash harder than a curb hit The reaction to 'Twitter stress' defense of Sim was widespread, swift and unsympathetic. Fans made sure to flood the comment sections with safety reminders, critiques and skepticism about the entire story. While the phrase, "Maybe don't use your phone while driving?" emerged to be a dominant one, it did capture the essence of public sentiment. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Beyond it, the criticism received by Sim covered varied angles. Starting from basic safety and law in question, a user flatly commented, "I mean.. you're not suppose to check your phone when you drive.., it's a literal law." Echoing on it, another commented, "DONT BE IN YOUR PHONE WHILE DRIVING THEN." "Pay attention to the road cro," wrote the third. Moving on, there were also some comments about personal responsibility. A user arguably stated, "I mean…it's your own fault? You were looking at your phone, numbnuts." While the other questioned, "f*ck this gotta do with us? 😭," trying to reject shifting blame. "Stay off your phone next time brosquito," advised a user briefly. Questioning of the narrative, there was also high skepticism amongst fans. "He could literally just uninstall Twitter if it's stressing him out. Also why's he on the phone while driving? This feels like non-issue..." pondered a user, suggesting Sim's emotional dysregulation. Others, though, were quite direct and they didn't back out from pointing, "damn same thing happened to me too, crazy how much of a coincidence it is," and hinted at some potential fabrication going on. "People gonna take this seriously lmao," another comment read, mocking Sim. A separate account further accused Sim, implying the reuse of the imagery. The comment read, "Ruben sim posting the same photo of this wrecked nissan for the 500th time," accused a separate account, implying reused imagery. But wait, the followers and critics didn't stop there. One even went ahead and compared Sim to Pirate Software. This was definitely a notable turn, with the comment reading, "Have a feeling that Ruben Sim might be the 2nd Pirate Software," ensuring to link Sim with other controversial figures in online drama. The comparison did underscore the negative perception's entire depth that Sim was facing. The attempt made by Ruben to blame online stress for the crash, which was actually caused by his own distracted driving, badly misfired on him. The fan responses remained overwhelming. All of them served as a reminder of road safety 's importance and one's responsibility, when driving, too. As for Ruben, whether or not this backlash prompts him to rethink his online behaviour, it remains to be seen. After all, the online community is just not ready to accept his excuses and has made it clear, Twitter stress excuse will not cut it. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
The Star
2 days ago
- Business
- The Star
STRENGTHENING WORKERS' RIGHTS, ENHANCING PRODUCTIVITY
Kuala Lumpur: Malaysia is firmly on track to building a more progressive and equitable labour market. 2025 marks the implementation of two key initiatives – the new Minimum Wage Order (MWO) and the Progressive Wage Policy (PWP) – aimed at strengthening workers' rights, boosting labour productivity and fostering a more inclusive and sustainable national economy. Progressive wages The MWO came into effect on Feb 1 for employers with five or more employees, as well as for employers in the professional sector regardless of employee count. 'For employers with fewer than five employees, the effective date is Aug 1, a move that will ensure workers receive a minimum basic wage of RM1,700 per month, in line with the rising cost of living,' says Human Resources Minister Steven Sim recently. 'The government introduced PWP as a comprehensive, long-term measure that takes a productivity-based approach. It links wage growth to skills development and employee contributions,' he continues. Formally implemented in January this year, the policy follows a pilot phase held between June and August last year. This shows a shift in strategy during the 12th Malaysia Plan Mid-Term Review, to raise wages and ensure a balanced income distribution. Opportunity in both ways The PWP is guided by three main principles: voluntary participation, incentive-based structure and a strong link to productivity. Registered local companies will receive monthly cash incentives up to RM300 per employee once registered until December 2027, depending on the employee category and wage increment achieved. Entry-level workers will receive a maximum incentive of RM200 per month. If the wage gap between the employee's current salary and the entry-level wage specified in the PWP Implementation Guideline exceeds RM200 per month, employers must raise wages by at least RM200. If the gap is less than RM200, the wage increase must be aligned with the guideline's recommendation. Non-entry level employees can fetch incentives up to RM300, based on their annual wage increment achieved. Employers must meet minimum 21 hours per year training requirements as one of the prerequisites for PWP incentive claims. However, 21 hours training that were not completed in 2025 can carry forward until December 2026. This allows employees to complete a minimum of 42 hours in 2026, or have undergone Recognition of Prior Achievement (RPA). In 2027, employees should have a minimum of 21 hours, or completion of RPA, which allows them to upskill and become more competitive. Employers will benefit from a more capable and productive workforce. Strategic investment 'PWP represents a smart long-term investment for employers. Besides the financial incentives, it helps companies boost operational efficiency by building a more skilled and motivated workforce,' explains Sim. Participating companies will also be recognised as Progressive Wage Employers – a status that enhances the organisation's credibility and reputation among clients, employees and industry peers. 'This will be vital for local businesses and micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), which make up 97% of the country's industrial landscape, Through PWP, these businesses can strengthen their competitiveness while contributing to a more resilient and sustainable labour market,' he elaborates. Contributing to nation's growth In the macroeconomic viewpoint, PWP is expected to contribute significantly to national growth. Higher household incomes will stimulate domestic demand, which supports GDP growth. A fairer wage structure will attract higher-quality investments and reduce reliance on low-paid foreign labour. With an initial RM200mil allocation under Budget 2025, the PWP aims to benefit 50,000 workers in its initial phase. This could make Malaysia a high-income nation with the workforce as a key driver of progress, and toward a more progressive wage system. With fairer wages, the people's purchasing power increases, companies become more competitive and result in a more balanced, inclusive national economy. It will elevate Malaysia to the ranks of high-income nations that prioritise dignity, values and quality of life. As of July 2025, a total of 173,325 individuals have registered for the MADANI Workers' Card, with 147,534 completed applications submitted. And so far, 11,587 workers have successfully received their digital cards, while the rest are currently undergoing the verification process by their respective unions. Building the future today PWP also sends out a clear message that Malaysia's economic growth must be underpinned by a fair and forward-looking wage system, not just minimum wage compliance or periodic salary adjustments. 'Progressive Wages, Thriving Workers' is a call to value labour, not just as a source of productivity, but as a national asset for advancement. 'PWP is an opportunity for Malaysia to build a fairer work environment where businesses can grow alongside workers, and the economy to be more competitive,' stresses Sim. 'We encourage employers to join PWP, not just a social responsibility move, but a smart business strategy. Employees can also take this chance to embrace the upskilling opportunities provided. 'Only through strong collaboration between the public sector, the private and the workforce can the MADANI aspiration – of a values-based, socially just economy – be fully realised,' he says. Sim adds that a job that rewards fair wages restores not only income, but dignity and recognition for every worker. To learn more or to register for the PWP, visit:
The Star
2 days ago
- Business
- The Star
Sim walking the talk for TVET
KUALA LUMPUR: In a move to champion technical and vocational education and training (TVET), Human Resources Minister Steven Sim will be sitting for the Malaysian Skills Certificate (SKM) to pave the way for its importance. Sim is aiming to excel with some 100 industry leaders in the 5th level of the SKM, which is the highest band – for now. The 5th level is the equivalent to receiving an advanced diploma that can secure a job placement. 'The Industrial Revolution 4.0 is a TVET revolution. 'An education programme should be training individuals for the real world by making them learn on the job and by practice,' Sim said during the National Economic Forum 2025 held here yesterday. Sim said in order to invest in a long-term strategy to enhance the value of the country's economy, there is a significant need for diverse skills and talents. He said the Cabinet has agreed to table an amendment to the National Skills Development Act 2006 to increase the levels of SKM to 6, 7 and 8, to enhance the quality of TVET in the country. He said these levels were equivalent to an individual receiving a degree or a master's certification. 'We want to make sure the recipients are not just stuck at level 5 (advanced diploma), but to go all out to higher levels.' He also hopes that the Bill would be tabled in Parliament this year. 'Through TVET, Malaysia can pivot to a high-value, innovation-driven economy by building skilled talent.' He also claimed that traditional universities are not matched for the Industrial Revolution 4.0, which exists for skills. 'An education programme for our future generations should have two components. 'First, learning on the job, and second, learning by practice. 'In other words, a skills training programme or education programme for future talent must be able to adapt to the fast-paced changes in the industry.' He highlighted a flagship programme under the ministry known as Academy In Industry (ADI), which allows students to directly learn within the business environment, in the real world. 'Instead of sitting in classrooms, we want students to learn directly within the business environment,' said Sim while announcing that the programme has almost 2,000 strategic partners from the ministry and 10,000 participants (employees). 'When this programme first started, there were about 40 participants in the first batch. 'After six months of on-the-job, hands-on training, these trainees became so skilled that their future employers said they could expect a starting salary of RM6,000 per month – which is much higher than the minimum wage.' He also pointed out the Ilham programme, which aims to provide 20,000 structured internships focusing on job learning for a longer period without adding more time to their degree courses. 'Under this programme, we not only provide double tax deductions for all your internship expenditures, but allow small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the outskirts to use Human Resource Development Corporation (HRD Corp) levy to pay their interns.' Meanwhile, Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Chang Lih Kang, who spoke during a plenary session, reiterated the government's commitment to exploring measures to lessen pressure on the business community amid concerns over rising operational costs and new taxes. Responding to calls for the Sales and Service Tax (SST) rate to be reduced to 4%, he said he would convey the concerns to the Cabinet, ensuring the Prime Minister is informed. Acknowledging the difficulties faced by businesses, he said, 'We hope we can relieve some of the burden on the business community. 'I acknowledge the situation is not easy, and discussions with my Cabinet colleagues will focus on how to achieve this.' He said this at the Chambers' Voice – Navigating Malaysia's Path Forward Fireside Dialogue with presidents of Chambers yesterday. When asked about the perceived gap between positive economic indicators and the challenges businesses experience on the ground, Chang highlighted the importance of not solely relying on figures. 'We realise there is always a gap between the indicators and what people are feeling on the ground. 'That's why we need to engage with the business community to understand the real issues they are facing. 'While reforms are aimed at long-term benefits, we must also consider short-term pressures,' he added. Malaysia's business community has been advocating for a revision of the SST, which recently increased from 6% to 8%, alongside concerns over the rising costs of doing business such as electricity tariffs and the planned reduction of fuel subsidies for RON95.
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First Post
2 days ago
- Politics
- First Post
Israel calls on UN rights body to scrap Gaza war commission, citing 'institutional discrimination'
The commission has issued repeated condemnations of Israel's military actions in Gaza since the war began following Hamas's deadly attacks on southern Israel on October 7, 2023. Israel has regularly alleged prejudice and double standards read more Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu looks at the devastation caused in Kibbutz Niz Oz in the October 7 attack. X / @IsraeliPM_heb Israel has formally urged the United Nations Human Rights Council to disband a commission investigating rights violations in Israel and the Palestinian territories, accusing it of 'institutional discrimination'. In a letter seen by Reuters, Israel's ambassador to the UN in Geneva, Daniel Meron, said The Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territory, including East Jerusalem, and Israel, was biased in its approach and findings. The commission has issued repeated condemnations of Israel's military actions in Gaza since the war began following Hamas's deadly attacks on southern Israel on October 7, 2023. Israel has regularly dismissed the body's reports, alleging prejudice and double standards. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'The Commission of Inquiry, both in its mandate and in the work of its members, constitutes nothing less than a manifestation of the institutional discrimination against Israel in the Human Rights Council,' the letter stated. The commission was created in May 2021 during a previous round of hostilities between Israel and Hamas. It is empowered to collect and preserve evidence that can be used in international legal proceedings, including at the International Criminal Court. Council spokesperson Pascal Sim confirmed that the letter had been received by Council President Jurg Lauber. However, Sim clarified that Lauber does not have the authority to dismantle the commission. 'That would be up to the Council's 47 members,' Sim said. In March, the commission accused Israel of having committed 'genocidal acts' against Palestinians. The report drew a furious response from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who denounced the findings as biased and antisemitic. Israel formally disengaged from the Human Rights Council in February. With inputs from Reuters
The Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
KESUMA amends Act 652 to elevate TVET, meet industry demands
KUALA LUMPUR: The Human Resources Ministry (KESUMA) is moving to amend the National Skills Development Act 2006 (Act 652) to recognise Malaysian Skills Certificates (SKM) at Levels 6, 7, and 8, aligning them with bachelor's degree qualifications. Minister Steven Sim Chee Keong stated that the current law only permits hiring individuals with SKM qualifications up to Level 5. 'We hope the bill can be tabled in Parliament this year,' he said at the National Economic Forum 2025. The amendment aims to elevate Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) and strengthen Malaysia's skills-based industries. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi had previously announced the government's in-principle agreement to recognise higher SKM levels as degree equivalents. To demonstrate TVET's parity with tertiary education, Sim will undergo training at the Industrial Training Institute (ILP) in Melaka. 'I want to show that TVET is a viable option. If leaders and employers experience it, they will likely hire more TVET graduates,' he said, inviting others to join his initiative. The government allocates RM6 billion to RM7 billion annually for TVET, with additional HRD levy contributions pushing the total to nearly RM10 billion. 'If we consolidate and strategise, we can prepare our economy and workforce for the future,' Sim added. KESUMA's Triple A framework—accessibility, adaptability, and admirability—guides its TVET ecosystem development. A one-stop online portal launched last year increased TVET enrolment by 30%. 'There are over 600 TVET institutions, but no unified application system. We made it easier, resulting in 440,000 enrolments,' Sim explained. The Academy in Industry programme embeds training in real workplaces, with nearly 2,000 companies offering 5,000 placements. KESUMA's Ilham KESUMA initiative aims for 20,000 structured internships yearly, supported by tax deductions and SME grants. - Bernama
