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 Minister Dato’ Sri Fadillah Yusof suggested allowing business folk to migrate to Sarawak as they are willing to deposit RM2 million into a state-owned bank, or purchase property valued at no less than RM1.5 million.

1. Our top story! Bersih questions Selangor government’s open house in Kuala Kubu Baharu.



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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 Minister Dato’ Sri Fadillah Yusof suggested allowing business folk to migrate to Sarawak as they are willing to deposit RM2 million into a state-owned bank, or purchase property valued at no less than RM1.5 million.1. Our top story! Bersih questions Selangor government’s open house in Kuala Kubu Baharu.Image credit: zefart, 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: Higher Water Bills, Better Water Resilience

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.



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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

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

Today's countdown includes: 

5. Popular spicy noodles hailing from South Korea, Samyang, recalled from shelves in Denmark, after their food and safety agency said the capsaicin can cause acute poisoning.

4. A proposal for Singapore to send their teachers to Malaysia. We hear thoughts from Shahnaz Al Sadat, chairperson of LeapEd Services.

3. Level-playing field tipped in Sungai Bakap by-election, as announcements of "election goodies" sweep through the state. Dr Syaza Shukri, associate professor at the International Islamic University of Malaysia weighs in on this.

2. Murdered child, Zayn Rayyan's parents has been charged with child negligience. We reach out to family lawyer Rajashree Suppiah, to help us understand what these charges mean.

1. Regent of Johor, Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim, has called for a better deal for the state of Johor, in the Federation.



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Today's countdown includes: 5. Popular spicy noodles hailing from South Korea, Samyang, recalled from shelves in Denmark, after their food and safety agency said the capsaicin can cause acute poisoning.4. A proposal for Singapore to send their teachers to Malaysia. We hear thoughts from Shahnaz Al Sadat, chairperson of LeapEd Services.3. Level-playing field tipped in Sungai Bakap by-election, as announcements of "election goodies" sweep through the state. Dr Syaza Shukri, associate professor at the International Islamic University of Malaysia weighs in on this.2. Murdered child, Zayn Rayyan's parents has been charged with child negligience. We reach out to family lawyer Rajashree Suppiah, to help us understand what these charges mean.1. Regent of Johor, Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim, has called for a better deal for the state of Johor, in the Federation.Image credit: HRH Crown Prince of Johor, X

Top 5 At 5: TMJ Wants Better Deal For Johor

Today's countdown includes:



5. Singapore's plan to appeal to tourists from Malaysia, with nature-based experiences and attractions. We hear thoughts from Andrew Sebastian, Founder & CEO of Ecotourism and Conservation Society of Malaysia. 

4. Malaysia's exit in the World Cup 2024, despite winning with a score of 3-1 against Taiwan. Sports journalist T Avinesh, weighs in. 

3. MACC justifying their probe into two lawyers after facing heavy criticism by rights group Lawyers For Liberty, who characterised the investigation as harassment. We hear from Lawyer Kee Hui Yee, about what's at stake in this case. 

2. Six Bersatu MPs about to have their seats vacated. Danesh Prakash Chako, Director, Tindak Malaysia shares whether the anti-hopping law is sufficient. 

1. And our top story: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announces that he will hold the ultra-rich accountable.



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Today's countdown includes:5. Singapore's plan to appeal to tourists from Malaysia, with nature-based experiences and attractions. We hear thoughts from Andrew Sebastian, Founder &amp; CEO of Ecotourism and Conservation Society of Malaysia. 4. Malaysia's exit in the World Cup 2024, despite winning with a score of 3-1 against Taiwan. Sports journalist T Avinesh, weighs in. 3. MACC justifying their probe into two lawyers after facing heavy criticism by rights group Lawyers For Liberty, who characterised the investigation as harassment. We hear from Lawyer Kee Hui Yee, about what's at stake in this case. 2. Six Bersatu MPs about to have their seats vacated. Danesh Prakash Chako, Director, Tindak Malaysia shares whether the anti-hopping law is sufficient. 1. And our top story: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announces that he will hold the ultra-rich accountable.Image Credit: szefei, Shutterstock

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

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