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Evening Edition

The Evening Edition team restores sanity to your day even as you’re stuck in traffic trying to get home. And let"s face it, who isn’t? We tackle the biggest headlines with analysis, updates and opinions, and get your take on all the issues that matter most. And as a bonus: the stories are soundtracked to BFM"s distinctive music and tunes!The Evening Edition runs the gamut, bringing you current affairs stories, in-depth interviews, and a slice of pop culture as you wind down for the day.

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36:41

Top 5 At 5: Putting Integrity on the Agenda

Evening Edition ·

2024/05/08

Today's countdown includes: 5. Bersih rebukes government over broken promises, amidst the appointment of Datuk Sapdin Ibrahim as the newest member of the Election Commission without open and transparent process. Wong Yan Ke, Deputy Chairperson of Bersih for his thoughts.4. An uprooted tree in KL causes the death of a 47-year old man, two injuries, and disruption to the KL Monorail track. Zailani Jamil, President of the Malaysian Society of Arborists comments on the importance of constant inspection

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40:21

Top 5 At 5: The Kingmakers of Kuala Kubu Bharu?

Evening Edition ·

2024/05/07

Today's countdown includes: 5. A PPR in Bestari Jaya will finally be developed in hopes to resolve the longstanding housing crisis faced by 245 families across five estates since 1998, despite being approved back in 2018. Sr Dr Ainoriza Mohd Aini, a Senior Lecturer from the Faculty of Built Environment of UM comments on why PPR's typically take so long to be developed after approval. 4. Local fast food outlet, Darsa Fried Chicken under fire for racial comments made by an admin of the restaurant's

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36:41

Top 5 At 5: Sorries & Sanctions Aplenty

Evening Edition ·

2024/05/06

Today's countdown includes: 5. Malaysian-born and Oscar-winning actress, Tan Seri Michelle Yeoh was awarded the US Presidential Medal of Freedom by US President Joe Biden. Should we celebrate or scrutinise?4. Kuala Lumpur's iconic Coliseum cinema is now up for sale. Cha-Ly Koh, CEO and Founder of Urbanmetry shares her insights on the value of heritage sites like this being put up on the market. 3. The Perak-Penang water project is on track, set to solve the ongoing water crisis in Penang. S

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36:46

Top 5 At 5: KKB By-Elections Spotlighting Vernacular...

Evening Edition ·

2024/05/03

Today's countdown includes: 5. A raid on a convenience store and subsequent seizure of ice cream products with the label "No Palm Oil."4. The Health Ministry asking for AstraZeneca to clarify Covid-19 vaccine side effects.3. World Press Freedom Day, and our unfortunate slide in the world rankings to the 34th spot.2. Government moving to one single agency to manage and control our borders.1. Our top story! The noise surrounding vernacular schools, amidst the Kuala Kubu Baru by-elections.For these

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12:26

Boost Sustainability With The Green Electricity Tariff

Evening Edition ·

2024/05/02

If you're thinking about becoming more eco-friendly in your electricity consumption, the Green Electricity Tariff might be the solution. Essentially, it gives people the option to purchase a low carbon electricity supply without having to install their own solar rooftop or other renewable energy installations. Visit myTNB Portal at www.mytnb.com.my/ to subscribe to GET. It's easy to go green with GET! Go Green, Go GET for a better, brightertomorrow.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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38:23

Top 5 At 5: Fighting For Better Workers Rights

Evening Edition ·

2024/05/02

Today's countdown includes: 5. More details on the revamped Public Service Remuneration System, including a pay hike of more than 13%, and a minimum salary of RM2000 for civil servants.4. An application for Kelantan's Wayang Kulit to be recognised on UNESCO's list of intangible cultural heritage. 3. Terengganu considering a proposal for public caning as a punishment for offences committed under Syariah law. 2. The Perlis MB being investigated by MACC for alleged abuse of power.1. Our top story! The

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35:55

Top 5 At 5: Pothole Payout Sets Precedent?

Evening Edition ·

2024/04/30

Today's countdown are:5. The Education Ministry is currently exploring solutions to reduce congestion and ultimately improve the quality of education for students in 86 high-density schools across the country.4. A suggestion to give unlicensed old folk's homes a grace period of two years to comply with regulations has come up amidst a case of abuse at an unlicensed home in Kedah. Chai Sen Tyng, Senior Research Officer from MYAgeing at UPM comments on the prevalence of the issue, and whether the

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37:03

Top 5 At 5: Higher Water Bills, Better Water Resilience

Evening Edition ·

2024/04/29

Today's countdown are: 5. The significance of World Dance Day, in which we have Professor Dr Joseph Gonzales, choreographer and Artistic Director of ASK Dance Company to share his hopes. 4. The underreporting from male victims when it comes to love scams. For this, we hear from industrial psychologist Victor Goh.3. Public outrage to Penang's water tariff hike. Professor Dato’ Dr Chan Ngai Weng, Honorary Professor of Environmental Management at USM shares his thoughts with us. 2. Deputy Prime

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40:42

Top 5 At 5: Sabah Seeks Its Special Allocation

Evening Edition ·

2024/04/26

Today's countdown are: 5. A World Bank report reveals that 42% of Malaysian students failed to achieve proficiency in reading by the end of Standard 5. Chan Soon Seng, CEO of Teach For Malaysia, talks about the important role that teachers play to address this issue.4. Prime Minister Dato Seri Anwar Ibrahim says the revised Public Service Remuneration System, or the SSPA, will be the best ever introduced. 3. The United States has officially passed legislation to ban social media platform TikTok

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40:24

Top 5 At 5: Keeping Up with the Supermax Dynasty

Evening Edition ·

2024/04/25

Today's top 5 stories are: 1. A decline in students sitting for their SPM this year has been attributed to the abolishment of UPSR and PT3 examinations.2. The Unity government has announced DAP's Pang Sock Tao as their candidate in the KKB by-elections.3. Two men who illegally possessed 50 rhinoceros horns have pleaded not guilty and opted for a court proceeding, which is Malaysia's first open trial regarding the smuggling of this animal's horns.4. An American professor who diffused pro-Israel

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40:55

Top 5 At 5: What Impact do Human Rights Reports Have...

Evening Edition ·

2024/04/24

Today's top 5 stories are:1. A 10-year prison sentence has been handed out to the woman who scalded a man with Down's Syndrome.2. The Consumers' Association of Penang (CAP) has called for the government to abolish 24-hour eateries due to Malaysians' health issues, especially obesity.3. According to a study by Ilham Centre, Malaysian youths are uninterested in joining political parties even though they are drawn to political matters on social media.4. UN Special Rapporteurs for human rights noted

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41:19

Top 5 At 5: Langkasuka, Mass Hysteria and Picketing...

Evening Edition ·

2024/04/23

Today's top 5 stories are:1. Some questions being raised on the one-month jail sentence of an elderly man who stole essential goods from a supermarket.2. A picket happening in Perak by employees of a cement plant company.3. An outbreak of mass hysteria among 50 students at a secondary school in Negeri Sembilan.4. The collusion of two Malaysian navy helicopters in mid-air during a parade rehearsal, which killed all 10 crew members on board.5. And our top story today: Activists pushing back against

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37:01

Top 5 At 5: Severed Subsidies and Songs of Satire

Evening Edition ·

2024/04/22

Today's top 5 stories are:1. Malaysian students opting to study locally instead of abroad due to the weakening ringgit.2. The Deputy Defence Minister Adly Zahari has announced that the government is prepared to send armed troops to the Middle East to ensure the safety of our students there.3. "Cari-Cari Salah", a Dangdut song addressing religious hypocrisy, was released last Friday. Its lyrics were inspired by an illustration by political cartoonist Zunar, who is also the song's lyricist.4. The

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39:08

Top 5 At 5: The End Of The PJD Link Project

Evening Edition ·

2024/04/19

Today's top 5 stories are:1. The Women's Ministry revelation that there have been a rise in reports of sexual harassment cases filed by men.2. Flea market traders in Pasar Karat being asked to move after concerns of traffic congestion and fire hazard are brought up. The traders have refused, over worries that relocating will affect their businesses.3. Mentega Terbang’s director fails in his bid to lift a gag order on him.4. NGOs have called for open court proceedings on Najib's house arrest bid,

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38:15

Top 5 At 5: Are All On Board With EPF's New Direction?

Evening Edition ·

2024/04/18

Today's top 5 stories are: 1. Volcanic ash clouds in Mount Ruang in Indonesia have led to the cancellation of several flights from Kuala Lumpur to Sabah and Sarawak2. The passing of Tan Sri Joseph Kurup, one of the founding members of Parti Bersatu Rakyat Sabah.3. Local film, Maryam Pagi Ke Malam, wins two international awards at the 21st Asian Film Festival in Rome, Italy.4. A single mother in Terengganu is sentenced to whipping for khalwat.5. And our top story today: The restructuring of the

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40:23

Top 5 At 5: Bleak Buildings, Boycott Backfires and...

Evening Edition ·

2024/04/17

Today's top 5 stories are:1. The former Federated Malay States Survey Department building, which is a heritage site in Kuala Lumpur is collapsing, yet there are no funds to refurbish it.2. According to a report done by real estate technology group Juwai IQI, millennials are the biggest renter group in 2023, followed by Gen Zs. However, baby boomers are the ones who paid the highest average rent.3. Five men who were campaigning for the boycott of McDonalds have been arrested for threatening and

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37:03

Top 5 At 5: Singapore's Next PM, Aphrodisiac Ginseng...

Evening Edition ·

2024/04/16

Today's top 5 stories are: 1. The increased use of air-conditioners amidst the country's heatwave, which has led to complaints of high electricity bills.2. The discovery of tadalafil, an aphrodisiac to treat erectile dysfunction, in ginseng candies manufactured in Malaysia. The issue here is that tadalafil is only supposed to be prescribed by medical professionals.3. The issue of under-enrollment of students in more than 3000 schools in Malaysia.4. EPF introducing a third account, which allows users

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40:01

Top 5 At 5: Aphrodisiac Ginseng Candies, Sweaty...

Evening Edition ·

2024/04/16

Today's top 5 stories are: 1. The increased use of air-conditioners amidst the country's heatwave, which has led to complaints of high electricity bills.2. The discovery of tadalafil, an aphrodisiac to treat erectile dysfunction, in ginseng candies manufactured in Malaysia. The issue here is that tadalafil is only supposed to be prescribed by medical professionals.3. The issue of under-enrollment of students in more than 3000 schools in Malaysia.4. EPF introducing a third account, which allows users

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21:14

Education Beyond Borders: Sunway University and THE...

Evening Edition ·

2024/04/15

Higher education institutions play a pivotal role in shaping the future of academia. We hear Professor Sibrandes Poppema, President of Sunway University and Phil Baty, Chief Global Affairs Officer from Time Higher Education (THE) about the complexities of globalised learning. From forging transnational partnerships, to adapting to technological innovations, we explore how Sunway University and THE is putting Malaysian education on the world map.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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41:47

Top 5 At 5: Iran Strikes Against Israel

Evening Edition ·

2024/04/15

Today's top 5 stories are: 1. Sabah's Sogindai stones potentially becoming tourist landmarks. For context, Kadazandusun tribes used these stones a century ago, to dry their headhunting trophies which is why locals believe it to be haunted. 2. The death of an elephant calf in a road accident at the Gerik-Jeli road, after it was hit by an SUV. 3. The calls for Visa-free travel between Malaysia and China to be extended. 4. 10 river basins in Sarawak are set to be transformed into hydroelectric power

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