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New research unveils a disconcerting reality for international students in Australia who are grappling with more than just their studies.
(Story adapted from source: The Guardian &amp; Malaysians on Social Media)
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Jane Cheah of Subang Jaya, Malaysia always wanted to do the OZ study adventure. Meet some interesting students abroad and perhaps do a Road trip along New South Wales and visit the 13 apostles as she checks out the whole IG checklist.
However, what she encountered instead was a range of racism ranging from subtle ugly looks to downright verbal (fortunately not yet physical) abuse at the most unlikely of day-to-day everyday locations. The shock of being treated like an outcast just because her skin was not pale white was not something she was adequately prepared for. This not even yet taking into account rising inflation meaning fresh fruits she had taken for granted while living in Malaysia are considered something of a high-end food in fast-rising inflation Western economies.
<img src="https://r2.myc.my/9c823e8f9510a2f7f3f41e78344db72cd1abc752da8142195ffecc73d074a837" /> Imagine not eating any Fresh Fruits for a year until you make it Home
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<img src="https://r2.myc.my/35314a2afd7079cd4b4049be5919d18055595c62cb12020412282d19358c8f18" /> Malaysian students in Australia (2019)
When Juli&euml;n Lubeek, a well-deserving recipient of a scholarship to complete his PhD at an esteemed Australian university, landed Down Under, he didn't envisage the 'Australian Dream' to involve bouts of homelessness and a literal hunger for knowledge.
Lubeek&rsquo;s scholarship money evaporated at the end of 2021, thanks to pandemic-induced delays, turning him into a full-time student by day and a near-homeless, hungry, international scholar by night.
The rules of the game were tough: No government support, but international students could work up to 40 hours a week. Alas, Lubeek found that balancing full-time studying with a 40-hour work week was as tough as convincing a kangaroo to sit for tea.
The truth is, he says, international students are viewed as cash cows - an ATM with feelings. If they treat Caucasian foreign students like this, one can only imagine the treatment of Asian students these days. Thanks in part to the near-daily mainstream media assault by the USA on all things &lsquo;&Ccedil;hina&rsquo;.
New research conducted by Monash University, which surveyed more than 60 international students in Melbourne, reveals that the Australian Dream is more of a mirage for these students, with the rising cost of living, exorbitant transportation expenses, and the Herculean task of managing studies with work commitments.
Now, consider that there are 182,000 international students currently living in Melbourne, almost 40% of Victoria's entire university populace. That's like filling up the Melbourne Cricket Ground twice over with students from all over the world, including a sizable contingent of 20,000 students from Malaysia alone.
<img src="https://r2.myc.my/e23f3660951012b45bf3130767531a5ccd74d05f04231d8b5ccaa3ed894f39ad" /> Malaysian students at their club booth at a University in Aussie.
Diving further into the numbers, the report shows that almost half of the surveyed students are food insecure &ndash; a rate that triples the average Aussie.
Dr Beatriz Gallo Cordoba, co-author of the report, was taken aback by the extent of hardship the interviewees were encountering, often quietly bearing the brunt of their circumstances, which led to diminished academic performance and overall well-being.
It seems that the 'Aussie spirit' of mateship and support is needed more than ever. International students require more assistance, including food relief, financial support, and scholarships, to ensure they aren't just surviving but thriving.
Yet, despite the hardships, students continue to flock to Australia. As of December 2022, there were 619,371 international students pursuing their degrees in Australia, a figure that's projected to grow to 940,000 by 2025.
However, when a crisis, like the Covid-19 pandemic or a cost-of-living crunch hits, coping strategies often stop working. A 27-year-old male student revealed that his diet was dictated by his wallet, not his stomach.
<img src="https://media2.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPTc5MGI3NjExOTI5YWRmZWFmOWUwNDdiYTI0MTBhNzZiZDdlODQwNjVlYzllOWY5MSZlcD12MV9pbnRlcm5hbF9naWZzX2dpZklkJmN0PWc/La7P30FM3sTDrwntki/giphy.gif" alt="No Money Bangladeshi Gif By Gif" />
The responsibility, therefore, lies not just with the universities to support these students but also with the wider community to ensure that their experience in Australia is not just about surviving but thriving. After all, these international students aren't just figures in a database, but humans living, learning, and contributing to the Australian society.
Australia is home to a large population of Malaysian students, with an estimated 20,000 choosing to study here each year, out of the hundreds of thousands of Malaysian students studying abroad. Australia, and indeed all countries that welcome international students, need to do better by them.
The pandemic isn't over, and neither are the challenges faced by these students.
Some snippets of the life of KOLs in Australia:
<img src="https://r2.myc.my/0346a9ba3bf4818614123e0ec82a8e25551bd3acf4449e807c2c6f45c434001c" /> Image Isabelle Kwan <a href="https://www.instagram.com/issakwannn/">(@isabelleeyt</a>)
<img src="https://r2.myc.my/fb2cc888a2601b1bbc27db897a72f02a05dc310f0699e0fa86e0fd3492c8845c" /> Image via Wen <a href="https://www.instagram.com/weninmelb/">(@weninmelb</a>)
International students are not just transients or cash cows. They're part of the community, contributing to the vibrancy and diversity of the country. As the Greens spokesperson for education, senator Mehreen Faruqi, astutely points out, Australia seems to have failed its international students during the pandemic and cost-of-living crisis.
We lure these bright young minds with promises of a world-class education, only to leave them struggling with sky-high rents and a cost-of-living crisis that has seen many students choosing meals based on their wallets rather than their dietary needs.
According to Walsh, with the present circumstances, it seems unlikely the situation would improve in the short term. International students were a particularly vulnerable population during the pandemic, and the effects will continue to linger.
In conclusion, international students aren&rsquo;t just silent communities that fly beneath the radar; they are a vital part of our society, and it's high time we recognized and supported them as such. We must stop treating them as mere statistics and start welcoming them as integral members of our community. The pandemic may not be over, but neither is our collective resilience and capacity for empathy and support.
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*Sources: Visual and Reference Credits to Social Media, The Guardian &amp; various cross-references for context.
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Is Australia really the best place to study abroad? 

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'Lapar’ Down Under: Australia's International Students Navigate Food vs Shelter vs Racism

Have you been experiencing a slight dip in your health and air quality lately?
If you haven't already noticed, or perhaps had to clear your foggy glasses, it's that time of the year when Malaysians need to brace themselves for poor air quality caused by the annual forest fires in certain parts of Indonesia.
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Indonesia has been grappling with recurrent forest fires for quite some time now. In case you've been living under a rock, these fires are far from natural; in fact, they're deliberately ignited as the quickest (albeit most detrimental) means of clearing extensive land for agricultural purposes. While they may be intentionally started, fires are an inherent part of nature, and sometimes they spiral out of control, leading to extensive burning that exacerbates global temperature rise and air pollution.
Now, the pertinent question is whether Indonesia is shouldering any responsibility to combat the haze that extends to Malaysia. Brace yourselves; the answer won't come as a shock, as it's a resounding "no."
Indonesia&rsquo;s Environment Minister Denies Accusation Of Causing Haze
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Even though clear geographical maps vividly display the wind patterns carrying haze from Indonesia into Malaysia, Indonesia's Environment and Forest Minister, Siti Nurbaya Bakar, responded to accusations of her country's responsibility for the haze. She contended that the reports on smoke distribution failed to demonstrate smoke crossing over to Malaysia.
In a press conference held in Jakarta, she asserted, "We diligently monitor the situation, and the data indicates no transboundary haze affecting Malaysia. In fact, the reports illustrate that the smoke in Indonesia is primarily concentrated in Sumatra and Kalimantan."
<img src="https://r2.myc.my/a60a00fed6971a403c8568016bb02a09ab343f63ea01b5c9ffad4e4a13972b95" /> Uhhh, are you sure about that?
Siti also emphasized that Indonesian authorities are actively engaged in managing the smoke and have issued warnings to the 203 companies responsible for forest burning. In a significant move, they have also shuttered 20 companies participating in these activities, including those that are subsidiaries of Malaysian firms.
The Malaysian Environment Department attributes the country's deteriorating air quality to the transboundary haze originating from Indonesia, which has persisted since Friday, September 29th. As of 10 am today, October 3rd, the Air Pollutant Index Management System (APIMS) reported an Air Pollutant Index (API) of 157 in Nilai, Negeri Sembilan, making it the most severely affected area by the haze.
Netizen Calls Out Indonesian Minister
The minister's comments quickly gained traction on social media, sparking widespread outrage among netizens who expressed their frustration with the recurring haze problem. Many criticized Siti for her statement and called on her to take greater responsibility for addressing the issue of open burning, which leads to the annual return of hazardous haze to Malaysia, often reaching severe levels.
Here&rsquo;s some of the comments:
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Menteri Indo buta? <a href="https://t.co/2HnpY3eIys">pic.twitter.com/2HnpY3eIys</a>
&mdash; PuraPuraMike (@Mike_Devo) <a href="https://twitter.com/Mike_Devo/status/1708822241163817116?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 2, 2023</a></blockquote>

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Habis yang kabur-kabur kat sini tu apa? Filter instagram? Amboi yashe tuu
&mdash; Mafuyu 🇵🇸 (@querenciayoon) <a href="https://twitter.com/querenciayoon/status/1708890087839482247?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 2, 2023</a></blockquote>

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Satu-satunya benda yg Indonesia takkan pernah claim dari Malaysia. JEREBU..
&mdash; Faiz (@rijal_faiz) <a href="https://twitter.com/rijal_faiz/status/1708857168253030904?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 2, 2023</a></blockquote>

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Kau bayangkan kalau Malaysia pun dah teruk, apatah lagi rakyat Indonesia yang jadi mangsa jerebu. Bodoh punya menteri, bodoh punya company.
&mdash; JINX (@IkanJerungBiru) <a href="https://twitter.com/IkanJerungBiru/status/1708843875866190230?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 2, 2023</a></blockquote>

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tak lintas tapi melalui? 🤔 <a href="https://t.co/GsfIJ3Q0Un">pic.twitter.com/GsfIJ3Q0Un</a>
&mdash; kred (@ejeler) <a href="https://twitter.com/ejeler/status/1708994314330915211?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 2, 2023</a></blockquote>

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If You Thought It Was Bad In Malaysia, It&rsquo;s Doing Worse In Indonesia
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In case you weren't aware, Jakarta was ranked as the world's most polluted city by IQAir, a Swiss air quality technology company. They reported that the city consistently records unhealthy levels of air pollution nearly every day. Due to the severe pollution problem in the capital, Jakarta has undertaken several initiatives to combat air pollution. One significant effort involved the installation of 125 water mist generators throughout the city.
Furthermore, an additional 28 water mist units are currently being installed as part of the government's determined efforts to improve air quality. To address this issue, they have also introduced a protocol for watering over 290 road locations across Jakarta, collaborating with the city's Fire and Rescue Service department.
In response to these air quality concerns, residents of Jakarta have been strongly advised to wear KN95 or KN94 masks when outdoors. The Jakarta Health Service Department has cautioned against unnecessary outdoor activities to minimize exposure to polluted air.
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As for the ongoing forest fires, tackling them has become quite challenging because Indonesia is currently experiencing its driest season since 2019, primarily attributed to the influence of the El Nino weather pattern. The situation has resulted in significant forest fires, with over 267,900 hectares (661,995.3 acres) of land burned this year alone. To put this into perspective, it's larger than the total of 204,894 hectares burned throughout the entirety of 2022, according to data from the environment ministry. Consequently, this has led to the spread of haze to numerous cities in Sumatra and Borneo.
Siti's comments as an environmental minister are concerning. Let's hope the Indonesian government takes effective measures to reduce the haze in the coming years.
What are your thoughts on this? Let us know in the comments.
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*Sources: Visual and Reference Credits to Social Media, Antara, Reuters, The Star &amp; various cross-references for context.
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It’s that time of the year again where our country is polluted by haze.

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Haze Controversy: Indonesian Minister Rejects Accusations Of Haze Impact On Malaysia

China&rsquo;s singing competitions are home to many Chinese participants from all walks of life and it doesn&rsquo;t stop there when there are Malaysians who go all out to pursue their dreams.&nbsp;
Recently, Jeryl Lee Pei Ling, a twenty-three-year-old local singer from Penang made herself known as the champion for being the winner of the Chinese reality TV show, The Next 2023.&nbsp;
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In the final episode which aired on September 30, Saturday, she was announced as the winner and she couldn&rsquo;t hold back her tears as she was deeply touched by the good news which brought her immense joy and gratitude. To mention, she beat the other four contestants named Wang OK, Zhang Yu Zi, Wu Yao Tao, and Zhuohaitun band and emerged as the crown.&nbsp;
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In abundant joy, she took an opportunity to express her innermost thoughts and feelings through her Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jerylleex/">@jerylleex</a> with a caption saying &ldquo;Hello everyone, I am Lee Pei Ling from Malaysia, and I am also the overall winner of The Next 2023. I still feel like I&rsquo;m dreaming, I&rsquo;m really thankful for everyone around me.&rdquo;&nbsp;
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The competition is said to be the best competition she participated in thus far and she has made many new friends by participating in it.&nbsp;
With the overflow of gratitude, she also thanked the coaches, choreographers, and team production for continuously giving her encouragement and support that without it, her dream would not come true.&nbsp;
At the time of writing, the post has flooded with over 62.8K likes and 1,330 comments. There were many Malaysian celebrities including her fans who congratulated her on her success and that they were happy with her superb performance. Local celebrities like Vanessa Reynauld, Choo Hao Ren, and Priscilla Abby also expressed their congratulatory message for her fame in making Malaysia proud.
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Here's the display of comments made by netizens in YouTube for being proud of Pei Ling's achievement and that she received praises widely from her fans: 
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At the tender age of eight, Pei Ling participated in numerous and diverse singing competitions in China. She secured herself as the winner of the Water Cube Cup overseas Chinese youth singing contest back in 2014. Moreover, she also went for the Sing! China in 2016 and made herself as one of the finalists in which she was widely known for her strong vocal performance, and one of it was the 'Fight Song' that she sang. 
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She told the public boldly with her piece of advice mentioning &ldquo;Whatever it is you wish to do, be brave and pursue it! Adventurers, don&rsquo;t be afraid or give up easily. If I can do it, so can you!&rdquo;
This is where we can relate to her brave singing voice when long ago she sang a song by A-Mei, &lsquo;勇敢&rsquo; (Brave). At such a young age, she already aimed to courageously chase her little adventurous dream which she was truly passionate about. 
It has been 15 years since she started singing and she said &ldquo;It&rsquo;s not easy to keep singing until now. Every time I want to give up, I tell myself to hang in there for a little while more. This time, I can finally confidently say that I did it!&rdquo;
Here are the two videos that portrayed her splendid singing performance for The Next 2023:&nbsp;
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In the end, hasn't all her hard work paid off?
Congratulations Pei Ling for making us all proud that aspiring singers can emulate you to be &lsquo;The Next Boleh&rsquo;!&nbsp;
*Sources: Visual and Reference Credits to Social Media, YouTube, Instagram &amp; various cross-references for context.
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Jeryl Lee has never failed to make Malaysians proud with her outstanding achievements!

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Malaysian Born Singer Proudly Secured Herself With Remarkable Fame As The Winner Of "The Next 2023!"

Residing in Malaysia, broaching the subject of religion can be rather delicate, given that many have faced accusations of showing disrespect towards religious beliefs, while others have cynically used it to gain popularity.
In our multiracial nation, harmonious coexistence and mutual respect for each other's religions have traditionally been the norm, often culminating in the joint celebration of festive occasions. However, regrettably, this harmonious spirit appears to elude certain individuals.
Young Malaysian Uses Christianity As His Aesthetics
Lately, a young Malaysian caught the attention of a Twitter user who uses the handle <a href="https://twitter.com/cass48374/status/1708422070940709183">Wentour or @cass48374</a>. This individual posted a series of tweets unveiling someone's disrespectful behaviour towards Christianity. The hope expressed was that the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) would initiate suitable actions against the individual in question, including their arrest.
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According to the Twitter thread, a young individual named Razeeq has come under scrutiny for posting offensive content on both his Instagram and TikTok accounts. As per the original poster (OP), this issue began a couple of months ago when Razeeq shared pictures on his TikTok account featuring himself and a friend posing beside graves in a Christian cemetery late at night. This act prompted criticism, with many condemning it as an offensive "photoshoot" that displayed a lack of respect for the deceased.
Despite facing substantial backlash in the comments section of his TikTok posts, Razeeq remained unapologetic and refused to acknowledge his wrongdoing. The controversy centres around his affinity for metal music, and he sought to emulate photos by artists who often incorporate Christian imagery in their album covers, music videos, and promotional photoshoots. An individual claiming to know Razeeq personally came forward to offer an apology on his behalf. However, despite their attempts to advise him, these efforts proved unsuccessful.
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Within the thread, the OP included screenshots of comments made by TikTok users, illustrating Razeeq's reactions to most of those comments. Some of these comments were highly critical, to the point where the OP's initial call-out of Razeeq on TikTok resulted in the suspension of the user's account. It's worth noting that some of Razeeq's comments were also notably harsh in tone.
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In the posts that Razeeq shared, one of them included a photo featuring a screenshot from a page of a Batman comic titled "The Blasphemy of Batman." In this comic page, the beloved DC superhero Batman is depicted observing a bloodied and vandalized statue of Jesus Christ within a church.
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Concluding the thread, the Twitter user expresses their hope that the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) will initiate suitable actions against Razeeq. The user emphasizes their belief that every religion imparts valuable teachings, and it falls upon individuals to propagate those messages positively.
Netizens Criticize Razeeq
At the time of writing, the post has accumulated more than 679.7k views, over 5.6k reposts, and more than 5k likes on the platform. Numerous Malaysian Christians and Muslims also participated in the comments section, expressing their condemnation of Razeeq's actions as a form of disrespect towards religion.
Here&rsquo;s some of the comments:
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Buat repot rasmi kepada polis &amp; MCMC. Baru boleh tindakan diambil.
&mdash; Ahmad Muzhir ; 🇲🇾 (@ahmadmuzhir) <a href="https://twitter.com/ahmadmuzhir/status/1708618710456619079?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 1, 2023</a></blockquote>

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It&rsquo;s either this or dia kna bnned atau dia pgi switch acc buat hal kt situ. But either way,this guy has always been like this. So mmang tknk bg dia trlepas.
&mdash; Wentour (@cass48374) <a href="https://twitter.com/cass48374/status/1708460429125824786?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 1, 2023</a></blockquote>

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Muka macam penolong kanan hal ehwal murid pun acah blackmetal
&mdash; AL (@ciraplaici) <a href="https://twitter.com/ciraplaici/status/1708513801874894895?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 1, 2023</a></blockquote>

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Aku rasa dia dah kena rasuk, mungkin kena panggil pak ustaz tolong ruqyah kat telinga dia
&mdash; Asraf (@Asraflah) <a href="https://twitter.com/Asraflah/status/1708538988854968429?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 1, 2023</a></blockquote>

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Orang camni kau hujahlah camana sekali pun dia tetap akan rasa diri dia lagi better dari semua orang.. Moga PDRM ambil berat isu ni!
&mdash; SpanishLatte (@SpanishCoffee_) <a href="https://twitter.com/SpanishCoffee_/status/1708516103486664838?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 1, 2023</a></blockquote>

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Following the viral spread of the issue on Twitter, it appears that Razeeq has deactivated both his Instagram and TikTok accounts. This action suggests that Razeeq may have realized the magnitude of trouble he could be in due to the posts. Currently, there has been no official statement from the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) regarding the matter, and Wentour has not provided any further updates on the issue.
It's important to emphasize that making light of or using one's religion as part of an "aesthetic" lifestyle is not a respectful way to treat any religion. Hopefully, authorities will thoroughly investigate this issue, and justice can be served accordingly.
What are your thoughts on this? Let us know in the comments.
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Let's always remember, religion should be respected within our community and not used as part of a 'lifestyle'.

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Education plays a pivotal role for students from various backgrounds because with education, their future can be brightened and more human capital can be produced for the country&rsquo;s growth and stability be it for economic, political, or social reasons. 
Nothing brings more joy when students are eligible for free tertiary education to further their studies and pursue their dreams. This is true in the case of Sarawakian students. Recently, Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg officially announced that students from Sarawak who are eligible to enter into the institutes will be able to pursue their free tertiary education at state-owned universities from the year 2026 onwards. 
The five state-owned universities include Curtin University, Swinburne University, University of Technology Sarawak (UTS), i-CATS University College, and lastly, the Kolej Laila Taib (KLT). 
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Understanding the economic strength of the state and being the Sarawak finance and new economy minister, Abang Johari ascertained that the Sarawak government is strong enough to provide educational support in the coming three years as a means to produce more qualified Sarawakians and enable them to have access to new technology for the state&rsquo;s development. 
He had consulted the Education, Innovation, and Talent Development Minister Datuk Roland Sagah Wee Inn as well as his Deputy Datuk Dr. Annuar Rapaee. Together, they researched the feasibility of providing free tertiary education to their own Sarawakian students in the state-owned universities mentioned. 
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He further went on with his statement by saying &ldquo;Based on the figure of this study, I believe that under the 13th Malaysia Plan, we will be able to give free tertiary education to Sarawakians by 2025 or 2026.&rdquo; 
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Speaking at the closing ceremony of the 20th edition of the Tidal Bore Festival in Simanggang on the 1st of October, Sunday, he revealed confidently that he foresees the future economic condition will be much stronger, and by that time, it will be a suitable year to conduct it. 
Why did he confidently say so?
According to him, the yearly projection of Sarawak&rsquo;s income has rocketed since 2020. Moreover, Sarawak had a recorded revenue of RM12 billion last year and he believes this year will be more fruitful than the previous. 
He also stated that there was a fund known as the &lsquo;Sarawak Sovereign Wealth Future Fund.&rsquo; To date, the fund is sufficient to offer free tertiary education, and the remaining balance will go to young Sarawakians besides boosting the state&rsquo;s economy as well as enhancing the infrastructure development throughout the state.&nbsp; 
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Previously, it was reported that Sarawak planned a sovereign wealth fund with RM8 million as the starting amount to build up the state&rsquo;s financial sustainability. As such, it intends to begin the fund by the year 2024. 
Sarawak is said to have a promising future and he encouraged the people to have the &lsquo;muhibah&rsquo; spirit with the aim of keeping unity alive besides working together as a means to elevate the state to greater heights. 
He associated his impactful saying with the regatta boat race at Pesta Benak which emphasized that the paddlers row together in one direction when all of them have a common goal of winning the race. 
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Among those who were present namely Abang Johari&rsquo;s wife Puan Sri Datuk Amar Juma&rsquo;ani Tuanku Bujang, Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas, Sarawak Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Dato Sri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, Deputy Minister for Education, Innovation and Talent Development II (Talent Development) Datuk Francis Harden Hollis, Sri Aman MP Dato Sri Doris Sophia Brodie as well as Sri Aman Division resident Abang Mohamad Porkan Abang Budiman. 
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It is indeed a good and feasible implementation to have free tertiary education so that Sarawak’s students need not worry any longer in the near future. 

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Over the past few weeks, social media has been abuzz with discussions about the new women-only MRT coach on the Kajang Line. The introduction of this coach aims to provide a safe space for women during their train commutes, responding to the safety concerns raised by multiple harassment cases that have occurred at stations and onboard trains.
While many women have welcomed this initiative with enthusiasm, it has also faced criticism from both men and women. Some have questioned why the MRT system implemented a women-only coach instead of addressing the frequency issues, which are the main cause of congestion during peak hours. Additionally, concerns have been raised about the lack of security personnel around the station, despite the known harassment issues in the past.
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RapidKL also established a guideline specifying that the women's coach would be positioned in the middle of the train and distinguished by prominently visible pink stickers on the platform, doors, and intermediate carriages. However, one might wonder about its effectiveness thus far.
Foodpanda Rider Chases Away Men In The Women&rsquo;s Coach
A TikTok video recently went viral, capturing the moment when a Foodpanda rider took the initiative to request male passengers occupying the women-only MRT coach to leave. This act of intervention earned him widespread admiration among online netizens.
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A video shared by TikTok user @jai.samud featured a Foodpanda rider politely asking foreign passengers to vacate the women-only MRT coach. He took the time to explain that this particular coach was designated exclusively for women. The video was captioned, "Abang Food Panda shows genuine concern by ushering men away from the women&rsquo;s section."
From the video, it appeared that the foreign men were unaware that they were in the women's coach, and they seemed oblivious to or misunderstood the "women-only coach" signage. While the Foodpanda rider did the right thing by informing them of their mistake, some of the men expressed dissatisfaction and questioned the rider's actions.
Netizens Praise The Rider For His Efforts
At the time of writing, the video has amassed more than 697,000 views and received over 45,000 Likes on the platform. Numerous netizens, both men and women, praised the rider's actions, acknowledging that this small gesture held significant meaning for women commuters. Many also made light-hearted suggestions, suggesting that the rider should consider a role as an auxiliary police officer for train stations and even be compensated for assisting in train patrols.
Here&rsquo;s some of the comments:
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Hats off to the rider, as his simple act of kindness can ripple through and positively influence those around him, particularly by enhancing the sense of safety within the women's designated MRT coach.
What are your thoughts on this? Let us know in the comments.
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Perhaps MRT should pay him to be an auxiliary police instead. 

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