Earlier this month, two trainee teachers drowned after their kayak capsized and became entangled in fishing nets at Pantai Merdeka, Kedah. The tragedy has sparked debate over safety standards for outdoor activities, with some calling for stricter SOPs or even bans. But Yuen-Li Chan, founder and director of Nomad Adventure, suggested that the real issue lies in how fishing operations are managed in shared coastal spaces. We discuss this with Yuen-Li. (Starts at 23:20)


• Flash floods hits the country: Heavy rains over the past few weeks have brought traffic standstills in Selangor and mudflows in Cameron Highlands. Experts warn the rainy season will persist until May, raising concerns about flood preparedness. We examine the urgent need for proactive disaster management and resilient urban design with Ahmad Affandi, independent climate researcher, and Professor Dr. Camelia May Li Kusumo from Taylor’s University. (Starts at 16:47)

• Ageing, but not well?: While Malaysians are living longer, reports suggest we aren't necessarily living healthier. With chronic illnesses rising among the elderly, the conversation is shifting from simple longevity to ageing well. We chat about our own health goals and whether our current lifestyles are setting us up for a truly golden retirement. (Starts at 10:53)

• Government mulls postponement of SUKMA 2026: The Ministry of Youth and Sports and the Selangor State Government are reviewing proposals to postpone the 2026 SUKMA Games due to concerns over the ongoing economic crisis in West Asia. A delay could disrupt the training cycles of thousands of young athletes. We discuss the impact of a potential postponement with sports journalist Haresh Deol, founder of online news portal twentytwo13. (Starts at 6:24)

• Voting with an unusual name: We take a look at a viral story about a Malaysian man named Abcideff, whose unique name has sparked a debate on social media regarding cultural diversity and the voter registration process. While it stands out on a voting ballot, it raises questions about how our names shape our identity and the process the Election Commission goes through to verify unusual names. (Starts at 0:23)


Image Credits: Shutterstock

Earlier this month, two trainee teachers drowned after their kayak capsized and became entangled in fishing nets at Pantai Merdeka, Kedah. The tragedy has sparked debate over safety standards for outdoor activities, with some calling for stricter SOPs or even bans. But Yuen-Li Chan, founder and director of Nomad Adventure, suggested that the real issue lies in how fishing operations are managed in shared coastal spaces. We discuss this with Yuen-Li. (Starts at 23:20) • Flash floods hits the country: Heavy rains over the past few weeks have brought traffic standstills in Selangor and mudflows in Cameron Highlands. Experts warn the rainy season will persist until May, raising concerns about flood preparedness. We examine the urgent need for proactive disaster management and resilient urban design with Ahmad Affandi, independent climate researcher, and Professor Dr. Camelia May Li Kusumo from Taylor’s University. (Starts at 16:47)• Ageing, but not well?: While Malaysians are living longer, reports suggest we aren't necessarily living healthier. With chronic illnesses rising among the elderly, the conversation is shifting from simple longevity to ageing well. We chat about our own health goals and whether our current lifestyles are setting us up for a truly golden retirement. (Starts at 10:53)• Government mulls postponement of SUKMA 2026: The Ministry of Youth and Sports and the Selangor State Government are reviewing proposals to postpone the 2026 SUKMA Games due to concerns over the ongoing economic crisis in West Asia. A delay could disrupt the training cycles of thousands of young athletes. We discuss the impact of a potential postponement with sports journalist Haresh Deol, founder of online news portal twentytwo13. (Starts at 6:24)• Voting with an unusual name: We take a look at a viral story about a Malaysian man named Abcideff, whose unique name has sparked a debate on social media regarding cultural diversity and the voter registration process. While it stands out on a voting ballot, it raises questions about how our names shape our identity and the process the Election Commission goes through to verify unusual names. (Starts at 0:23) Image Credits: Shutterstock

A countdown of the 5 biggest stories of the day, to catch you up on all you need to know!