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5. World Blood Donor Day, which falls on June 14th annually. We discuss the continued need for blood donations, and the importance of raising awareness and getting new regular donors.

4. The serious problem of child labour in Sabah oil palm plantations, and a new 18 month programme launched by the European Union, International Labour Organization (ILO), and UNICEF to protect the rights of children in Tawau's oil palm plantations.

3. Sarawak committing RM1 billion over the course of two years to compete with Kedah as Malaysia’s rice bowl, and to ensure food security for the territory.

2. The conversation around the proposed PJ Smart Tunnel - some experts think it's a solution to congestion in parts of Petaling Jaya, while residents argue that there are better ways to address this.

1. The US has returned another RM720 million in 1MDB-linked funds: we explore what this means for the ongoing attempts to recoup the country's monies.



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Today's countdown covers:5. World Blood Donor Day, which falls on June 14th annually. We discuss the continued need for blood donations, and the importance of raising awareness and getting new regular donors.4. The serious problem of child labour in Sabah oil palm plantations, and a new 18 month programme launched by the European Union, International Labour Organization (ILO), and UNICEF to protect the rights of children in Tawau's oil palm plantations.3. Sarawak committing RM1 billion over the course of two years to compete with Kedah as Malaysia’s rice bowl, and to ensure food security for the territory.2. The conversation around the proposed PJ Smart Tunnel - some experts think it's a solution to congestion in parts of Petaling Jaya, while residents argue that there are better ways to address this.1. The US has returned another RM720 million in 1MDB-linked funds: we explore what this means for the ongoing attempts to recoup the country's monies.Image credit: Faiz Zaki, Shutterstock

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.

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.

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.

Top 5 At 5: Do We Need A PJ Smart Tunnel?

5. Mini Popek Popek Parlimen is back to cover highlights from the Dewan Rakyat! Today we cover: Langkawi possibly becoming a Muslim-friendly tourist destination, frustrations over the ongoing legal battle involving Sulu claims to Sabah, and accusations against Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul for breaking house rules. 

4. An 8-year-old Pekingese dog with an untrimmed fur coat, a flippy-floppy tongue, and a right leg with muscular defects has officially been crowned the world's ugliest dog! Kavindran Ganasen, co-founder of Lost Animal Souls Shelter, shares his thoughts. 

3. Transport Minister Anthony Loke has warned driving schools to stop giving out 'kopi-o' licenses, threatening to revoke their licenses if caught. 

2. The upcoming Sungai Bakap by-election will see a straight fight between 56-year-old logistics executive Abidin Ismail from PAS and 60-year-old former lecturer and public school teacher Joohari Ariffin from PKR. Oh Ei-Sun, Political Scientist and Principal Advisor at the Pacific Research Centre weighs in. 

1. Our top story: We discuss whether Malaysia's position as ASEAN chair can help address the Myanmar civil war, which is currently in its fourth year. For this, we speak to Lilianne Fan, Director of Geutanyoe Malaysia and Secretariat of the Malaysian Advisory on Myanmar (MAGM).



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5. Mini Popek Popek Parlimen is back to cover highlights from the Dewan Rakyat! Today we cover: Langkawi possibly becoming a Muslim-friendly tourist destination, frustrations over the ongoing legal battle involving Sulu claims to Sabah, and accusations against Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul for breaking house rules. 4. An 8-year-old Pekingese dog with an untrimmed fur coat, a flippy-floppy tongue, and a right leg with muscular defects has officially been crowned the world's ugliest dog! Kavindran Ganasen, co-founder of Lost Animal Souls Shelter, shares his thoughts. 3. Transport Minister Anthony Loke has warned driving schools to stop giving out 'kopi-o' licenses, threatening to revoke their licenses if caught. 2. The upcoming Sungai Bakap by-election will see a straight fight between 56-year-old logistics executive Abidin Ismail from PAS and 60-year-old former lecturer and public school teacher Joohari Ariffin from PKR. Oh Ei-Sun, Political Scientist and Principal Advisor at the Pacific Research Centre weighs in. 1. Our top story: We discuss whether Malaysia's position as ASEAN chair can help address the Myanmar civil war, which is currently in its fourth year. For this, we speak to Lilianne Fan, Director of Geutanyoe Malaysia and Secretariat of the Malaysian Advisory on Myanmar (MAGM).Image Credit: yeshaya dinerstein, Shutterstock

Top 5 At 5: What Can Malaysia Do About Myanmar's Civil War?

5. The Freedom Film Network has responded to the Home Ministry's updated film censorship guidelines which aim to crack down on content deemed inappropriate. Deborah Augustin, Campaign and Strategy Lead at the Freedom Film Network, shares her thoughts on the new guidelines. 

4. The Iberian lynx was deemed critically endangered just over 20 years ago, but the latest numbers show that its population has recovered in Spain and Portugal. Lam Wai Yee, Country Director of Panthera Malaysia, talks about efforts to conserve our own wild cat species, the tiger. 

3. Malaysia and China have signed an MOU to recognize the lion dance in UNESCO's intangible cultural heritage list. Dr. Florence Kuek, Senior Lecturer at the Chinese Studies Department at Universiti Malaya, shares her thoughts on the significance of this nomination. 

2. Activists continue to pile on pressure about the American multinational investment firm BlackRock’s reported involvement in MAHB's privatization deal. Shanmugam, Contributing Editor of The Edge, weighs in on the deal and whether it benefits Malaysia, if at all. 

1. Our top story: Chinese Premier Li Qiang’s visit sets a new precedent for Malaysia-China relations. We dive into the strategic importance of his visit and what it means for China's broader goals, Malaysia's regional development, the 'One China Policy,' and territorial disputes in the South China Sea.



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5. The Freedom Film Network has responded to the Home Ministry's updated film censorship guidelines which aim to crack down on content deemed inappropriate. Deborah Augustin, Campaign and Strategy Lead at the Freedom Film Network, shares her thoughts on the new guidelines. 4. The Iberian lynx was deemed critically endangered just over 20 years ago, but the latest numbers show that its population has recovered in Spain and Portugal. Lam Wai Yee, Country Director of Panthera Malaysia, talks about efforts to conserve our own wild cat species, the tiger. 3. Malaysia and China have signed an MOU to recognize the lion dance in UNESCO's intangible cultural heritage list. Dr. Florence Kuek, Senior Lecturer at the Chinese Studies Department at Universiti Malaya, shares her thoughts on the significance of this nomination. 2. Activists continue to pile on pressure about the American multinational investment firm BlackRock’s reported involvement in MAHB's privatization deal. Shanmugam, Contributing Editor of The Edge, weighs in on the deal and whether it benefits Malaysia, if at all. 1. Our top story: Chinese Premier Li Qiang’s visit sets a new precedent for Malaysia-China relations. We dive into the strategic importance of his visit and what it means for China's broader goals, Malaysia's regional development, the 'One China Policy,' and territorial disputes in the South China Sea.Image Credit: Anwar Ibrahim, Facebook

Top 5 At 5: A New Precedent for Malaysia-China Relations

Today's countdown covers:



5. The recent campaign from environmental activist group Just Stop Oil, where they left a part of Stonehenge covered in orange powder paint. We reached out to Shaq Koyok, an indigenous artist and environmental activist, for his thoughts on guerilla activism.

4. A baby goldfish was found in a stream at Bukit Kiara. The problem is, that it is not a native species there, so this can cause huge problems to the ecosystem of the fishes in that area. We speak to Dr Chen Pelf Nyok, the Co-Founder & Executive Director of the Turtle Conservation Society of Malaysia for her comment.

3. Bowler Sin Li Jane makes history at the US Women’s Open, claiming the title with a 226-214 win against Latvian Diana Zavjalova. Li Jane herself shares what her win means to her.

2. Malaysian mothers are asking for citizenship amendments to be applied retroactively. The current bill is not, meaning children born overseas to Malaysian mothers will not benefit from this change, and will remain non-citizens until their application is approved by the Ministry of Home Affairs.

1. Uproar over the detainment of students from an alternative school in Sabah, following their involvement in a protest over Sabah's water woes. We hear from our guest, Mohammad as well as revisit a conversation with Wan Shakila Adiela Wan Azmi from Borneo Komrad.



Image credit: Vadim Kulikov, Shutterstock

Today's countdown covers:5. The recent campaign from environmental activist group Just Stop Oil, where they left a part of Stonehenge covered in orange powder paint. We reached out to Shaq Koyok, an indigenous artist and environmental activist, for his thoughts on guerilla activism.4. A baby goldfish was found in a stream at Bukit Kiara. The problem is, that it is not a native species there, so this can cause huge problems to the ecosystem of the fishes in that area. We speak to Dr Chen Pelf Nyok, the Co-Founder &amp; Executive Director of the Turtle Conservation Society of Malaysia for her comment.3. Bowler Sin Li Jane makes history at the US Women’s Open, claiming the title with a 226-214 win against Latvian Diana Zavjalova. Li Jane herself shares what her win means to her.2. Malaysian mothers are asking for citizenship amendments to be applied retroactively. The current bill is not, meaning children born overseas to Malaysian mothers will not benefit from this change, and will remain non-citizens until their application is approved by the Ministry of Home Affairs.1. Uproar over the detainment of students from an alternative school in Sabah, following their involvement in a protest over Sabah's water woes. We hear from our guest, Mohammad as well as revisit a conversation with Wan Shakila Adiela Wan Azmi from Borneo Komrad.Image credit: Vadim Kulikov, Shutterstock

Top 5 At 5: Do We Need A PJ Smart Tunnel?

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