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[Watch] Police Officer Teaches 'Basikal Lajak' Kids About Consequences
Subscribe to our FREE Good values and education on safety are best instilled in individuals while they are young, so they will think twice before participating in anything illegal, dangerous, or both. In a viral video that has been circulating on social media, a police officer stopped three youngsters who were riding basikal lajak, illegally-modified bicycles with no brakes, no bells, and definitely did not meet safety requirements. Two of the three kids can be seen sitting in the patrol car while the third boy refused to get in, saying that he had to 'follow his mom to see his sick grandfather at a hospital'. The officer later asked him, 'Then why are you out here riding your basikal lajak?', to which the boy replied, saying that those are not basikal lajak. Unconvinced, the policeman pointed out that the bicycles have no brakes and continued to ask the boy to get in the police car. Realising that he's been caught, the boy then broke down in tears, begging the officer not to take him to the police station and promising the law enforcer that he won't play with the basikal lajak anymore. Meanwhile, the other two boys in the car told the officer that they had promised to make their bicycles street-legal by adding brakes. After the reassurance, the officer released the kids and told them to go home. Many on social media approved of the officer's method of appearing stern and dishing out discipline towards the boys, despite having no intention of arresting them. It was more of a harsh warning of what could happen should they cause any real trouble. Some on social media also pointed out that the boys are not bad kids when they salam the officer before they left, noting that they still remembered their manners around adults. They even let out a 'terima kasih!' as they rode away. Parents can be fined RM20,000 or jailed up to 5 years for neglecting the safety of their kids For those wondering, the basikal lajak culture is quite rampant in Malaysia and has caused many traffic-related deaths and injuries. Parents found guilty of neglecting the safety of their underage children who are actively participating in basikal lajak activities could be imprisoned up to five years or fined RM20,000, or both. In 2017, a woman from Johor was involved in an accident that resulted in the deaths of eight teenage cyclists. She was initially charged with one count of reckless driving, but after two appeals and large public support, the Court of Appeal decided to set aside her conviction. READ MORE: READ MORE: Share your thoughts with us via TRP's . Get more stories like this to your inbox by signing up for our newsletter.
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Pakistan Seeks Enhanced ASEAN Partnership Status Through Malaysia's Support
Subscribe to our FREE The conference room at Pakistan's High Commission buzzed with quiet activity as reporters settled into their seats last Friday. High Commissioner Syed Ahsan Raza Shah adjusted his notes at the podium, preparing to outline his country's diplomatic priorities in Southeast Asia. Pakistan is renewing its decades-long effort to secure full dialogue partner status with ASEAN, building on relationships established since becoming the bloc's first sectoral dialogue partner in 1993. 'This matter has been discussed between the Prime Minister of Pakistan and the Prime Minister of Malaysia. As soon as the moratorium (on accepting new dialogue partners) is lifted, we hope to be given full dialogue partner status,' Shah told the media briefing. Pakistan's diplomatic presence in Malaysia: The national flag at the Pakistan High Commission with Kuala Lumpur's skyline featuring the Petronas Towers. (Pix: Fernando Fong) The High Commissioner emphasised Pakistan's long-standing appreciation for cooperation with the regional bloc and desire to expand existing partnerships. He described ASEAN as a vital platform for promoting regional peace and stability, fostering economic cooperation, and enhancing mutual development. Malaysia's support for Pakistan's ASEAN aspirations gained public attention last October when Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim reportedly expressed full backing for Pakistan's bid to become a full dialogue partner. Malaysia's Mediation Offer and Responses Shah also addressed Malaysia's potential role in resolving regional conflicts. Following a deadly attack in Pahalgam, India, on 22 April that claimed 26 lives—mostly tourists—Anwar had offered Malaysia's assistance in de-escalating tensions. We appreciate Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim in the highest regard as a peacemaker and advocate for peace. He is among the finest statesmen of this era, and we welcome his offer to mediate between India and Pakistan. The vision endures: A press photographer works beneath the portrait of Quaid-e-Azam (Great Leader) Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the founder of Pakistan, displayed on the embassy walls, whose dream of international partnership continues to flourish. (Pix: Fernando Fong) The High Commissioner added that Anwar is highly respected in both countries and enjoys strong relationships with the leadership in both Pakistan and India. However, the mediation proposal faces challenges. Recently, Indian MP Sanjay Kumar Jha, visiting Malaysia as part of a parliamentary delegation, stated that the India-Pakistan conflict was High Commissioner Shah presents Pakistan's position on water rights disputes with India during the press conference at the Pakistani Embassy in Kuala Lumpur. (Pix: Fernando Fong) Responding to Delegation Visit Allegations Shah used the briefing to address recent allegations regarding his office's conduct toward the Indian parliamentary delegation's visit to Malaysia. He categorically denied claims that He pointed out that in today's contemporary diplomacy, it is unthinkable for a country or embassy to request that its host country not allow a delegation from another country. How can we have the audacity to ask a host country, which has its own policies that we respect, to disallow a delegation? This claim is, to say the least, laughable, ridiculous, and preposterous. All-Party Parliamentary Delegation, headed by Hon'ble MP Mr. Sanjay Kumar Jha, met with Parliamentary Special Committee on International Relations and International Trade, chaired by YB Wong Chen, Hon'ble Member of Parliament and Chairman of Parliamentary Special committee on… — India in Malaysia (@hcikl) Media Narratives and Diplomatic Responses The High Commissioner also addressed what he characterised as problematic media reporting patterns. He cited specific examples of coverage during recent regional conflicts. During the conflict between 7 and 10 May, Indian channels announced as breaking news that Pakistan had been occupied and that Islamabad, Karachi and Lahore were under Indian control. Such reports are not only false but preposterous and ridiculous. Building bridges through media: Pakistani diplomats and Malaysian press representatives gather at the Pakistan High Commission following a successful diplomatic outreach. (Pix: Pakistan High Commission Malaysia) Shah suggested that references to 'Islamic solidarity' in some reports were intended to create discord between Pakistan and Malaysia, though he did not elaborate on specific instances. The High Commissioner concluded by calling on India's High Commission in Malaysia, led by Ambassador BN Reddy, to clarify its position regarding the allegations about Pakistan's conduct toward the Indian delegation. The diplomatic exchange reflects ongoing complexities in South Asian regional relationships, with Malaysia positioned as both an ASEAN partner and potential mediator in broader regional discussions. FYI, both India and Pakistan have nuclear weapons 😰 — The Rakyat Post (@therakyatpost) READ MORE : Share your thoughts with us via TRP's . Get more stories like this to your inbox by signing up for our newsletter.
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[Watch] Late-Night Chaos Unfolds As Woman Loses It Completely On Bukit Bintang Streets
Subscribe to our FREE A foreign woman had a complete meltdown on the streets of Kuala Lumpur, and someone filmed the whole thing. It happened at 1:35 AM in Bukit Bintang, the heart of the city's nightlife district. The video shows the woman running around, sitting in the middle of the road, and screaming. The person behind the camera explained their initial reaction. We wanted to try and ask her if she needed some help. At first, we suspected she was only too drunk, but then realized that she could be more than just drunk. Appeal for Help and Safer Streets But then they got worried for their own safety. So we got scared as well and just left her be. Then she started running off again! You can't really blame them – it's not safe to approach someone who might be on drugs or having a serious mental breakdown at 2 AM. They later expressed hope that the woman would get proper help, and if drugs were involved, suggested that authorities should consider stricter measures to keep Kuala Lumpur streets safer. Keep safe everyone. Party all you want, but always remember your life is only one! Social Media Speculation and Sad Reality People online are trying to figure out what happened, with theories ranging from a mental health crisis to possible drug use. Some criticised the decision to film rather than help, while others provided local context, claiming that such incidents aren't uncommon in the Bukit Bintang area. Either way, it's pretty sad to see someone in that state. The worst part is that her breakdown is now all over social media for everyone to see, and nobody knows if she got help or if she's okay now. It's just a reminder that behind viral videos, there's usually someone having the worst day of their life. READ MORE : Share your thoughts with us via TRP's . Get more stories like this to your inbox by signing up for our newsletter.
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9 hours ago
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PM Instructs Police To Look Into Fahmi Reza's 'Travel Ban'
Subscribe to our FREE Political satirist and graphic designer Fahmi Reza recently claimed he was barred from travelling overseas when he was stopped at KLIA Terminal 2 while attempting to board a flight to Singapore on 7 June. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim issued a statement yesterday (8 June) ordering Deputy Inspector-General of Police Dato' Seri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay to investigate the travel ban imposed on Fahmi. 'The Madani government highly upholds the freedom of individuals as long as it does not threaten the safety of the nation or violate any laws. Therefore, the Royal Malaysia Police will need to issue an explanation on this matter,' the statement said, adding that the Prime Minister's Office will continue to monitor the situation accordingly. KENYATAAN MEDIA YAB Perdana Menteri, Dato' Seri Anwar Ibrahim telah mengarahkan Timbalan Ketua Polis Negara untuk menyemak isu larangan ke luar negara yang dikenakan terhadap saudara Fahmi Reza. Kerajaan MADANI menjunjung tinggi kebebasan individu selagi mana ia tidak… — Anwar Ibrahim (@anwaribrahim) The Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Razarudin Husain recently said that the police did not impose any travel restrictions on the activist, claiming that a 'misunderstanding' occurred during a border check which led to a travel ban being 'incorrectly issued', Free Malaysia Today Razarudin said in a statement that Fahmi is free to travel in and out of the country, subject to regulations set by the immigration department, and other laws. 'The police wish to clarify that we have not imposed any travel restrictions on Fahmi at this time. However, the police have placed his name on a list of people to monitor for internal reference purposes due to an ongoing investigation involving him. 'It must be emphasised that being on this list does not constitute a travel ban, but is instead a standard monitoring procedure implemented by law enforcement authorities,' Razarudin said. Fahmi, barred from his flight to Singapore on 7 June. Image: Facebook | Fahmi Reza In a statement posted on Facebook, Fahmi says he plans to bring the government to court over the travel ban 'error', while accusing the prime minister and authorities of not taking responsibility for the miscommunication involving his travel plans. 'It was so easy for you to say there was no official travel restriction. But in reality, I still got barred (from travel) yesterday. I still don't get to go overseas. I am still denied my rights as a citizen. 'You've restricted me, caused me trouble, and wasted my time and money,' he said in the statement. Fahmi was on his way to Singapore on a birthday trip and to catch a punk concert featuring Slant, a punk band from Korea, and Sial, a Singaporean punk band, before he was barred from travelling on the day of his flight. He explained in a On 29 May, Fahmi was denied entry into Sabah, where the immigration department at the Kota Kinabalu Airport cited Section 65(1)(a) of the Immigration Act 1959/63 as the legal basis for the refusal. He was arrested by Sabah police on 30 December, 2024, after 30 police reports were filed against him for displaying a critical caricature of Sabah governor Tun Musa Aman on a wall in Kota Kinabalu just after he was elected for the position. READ MORE: Share your thoughts with us via TRP's . Get more stories like this to your inbox by signing up for our newsletter.
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Survivors Recall Smelling ‘'Burning Smell'' & Dangerous Driving Before Gerik Bus Crash
Subscribe to our FREE This morning, 15 Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) students The bus was travelling from Jerteh, Terengganu to Tanjung Malim, Perak when it collided with the car, overturned, and veered into a ditch at 1.10am. 13 people died at the scene while two others succumbed to their injuries at the hospital. According to UPSI vice-chancellor, Datuk Dr Md Amin Md Taff, the bus was Survivors recall a burning smell before crash One of the injured survivors, Nur Irdina Huri, 22, told The Star that she smelled a She said that everything happened in a flash, and she managed to crawl out of the bus through a small opening. She couldn't help her friends because it was hard to see in the dark. She sustained injuries to her waist and a sprained leg. Meanwhile, another student, Aleeya Maisarah Azizzani, 21, said they began their journey around 9pm in Jerteh, and she only noticed the smell when they were near Tanah Merah. She thought the driver would stop and check, but they went on. The driver allegedly sped up and hit a pothole, nearly swerving off to the right. Aleeya said she was seated on the right side of the bus. She started reciting prayers because she had a bad feeling after they hit the pothole at high speed. It was only moments later when she saw the bus take a sharp turn and veer to the left before crashing into the road divider. She didn't know another car had been hit. Despite her hurt back, she managed to get out of the vehicle but couldn't help the others. She heard screams for help and also saw someone in the drain. Aleeya thought the person was unconscious, only to find out later from someone else that the person's head had burst open. She said emergency services took some time to reach due to the remote location. She sustained a bump on her head, a sprained leg, and back pain from the accident. Share your thoughts with us via TRP's . Get more stories like this to your inbox by signing up for our newsletter.
