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Focus Malaysia
03-07-2025
- Business
- Focus Malaysia
ToU scheme offers smarter energy management for consumers
DOMESTIC and non-domestic low-voltage consumers using smart meters now have the opportunity to benefit from the Time of Use (ToU) scheme, aimed at helping them manage daily energy consumption more efficiently. According to the official myTNB website, the ToU scheme—also available to customers with Current Transformer (CT) Operated Meters or Remote Meter Reading (RMR) systems—offers greater flexibility for users to manage their energy usage according to their individual needs. 'With the option to schedule electricity usage during cheaper off-peak hours, consumers can now proactively reduce their monthly bills without compromising comfort,' said Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) on its official website. The initiative is part of the Energy Commission's (ST) recent announcement of a new electricity tariff structure that allows consumers to shift their usage to more affordable off-peak periods. The ToU scheme has been revised and expanded to include longer off-peak periods—the entire day on Saturdays and Sundays, as well as from 10 pm to 2 pm the following day on weekdays (Monday to Friday). Peak hours are from 2 pm to 10 pm on weekdays. For instance, consumers who shift the use of household appliances such as washing machines, air conditioners, or electric vehicle (EV) chargers to off-peak hours may enjoy savings on their electricity bills. 'The off-peak energy charge for monthly usage of 1,500 kilowatt hours (kWh) and below is set at 24.43 sen/kWh. 'Meanwhile, the peak energy charge for the same monthly usage is 28.52 sen/kWh for ToU consumers, compared to 27.03 sen/kWh for general domestic consumers,' the website explained. To help users better understand potential savings, TNB has introduced an online Electricity Bill Calculator on the myTNB portal. Consumers can select their preferred tariff and estimate their bill before deciding to switch to the ToU scheme. Applications to switch to the ToU scheme can be submitted starting July 1, 2025 by emailing the completed application form and required documents to [email protected], or by visiting the nearest Kedai Tenaga. Online applications via the myTNB portal will be available from Aug 1, 2025. For more information, visit or contact TNB CareLine at 1300-88-5454. Information and assistance are also available at all Kedai Tenaga branches nationwide. ‒ July 3, 2025 Main image: Bernama
Yahoo
02-07-2025
- General
- Yahoo
31 Products With Before-And-After Photos That'll Inspire You To Get Your Life Together
Promising review: "My natural nails are horrible! They are and thin and brittle, and have a tendency to split, peel and break. Consequently, I wore acrylic nails for several years until I got tired of leaving so much money at the nail salon. When I soaked off the acrylics, my nails were, of course, worse than ever, and nothing I tried seemed to restore them to even their original condition until I found Hard as Hoof Nail Strengthening Cream. I rub this into my cuticles and nail beds several time a day and after two months my nails are hard and much thicker with no breaking or splitting. For the first time since I took off the acrylics, my nails are growing past my finger tips. This cream is a keeper, just ordered my second jar and I'll never again be without it." — M. Hill $9 at Amazon Promising review: "I bought this RMR spray with low expectations, even with the good reviews. I sprayed a small patch in the evening and let it sit overnight. The next morning, the grout where I had sprayed was as white as if it were brand-new. I decided to spray the entire wall and part of the roof. The next day, everything I sprayed had no visible mold. By the third night, I was pretty much spraying everything left in the shower. This stuff is amazing." — John Werner $16 at Amazon Promising review: "OMG, these should be standard issue to every human. I've bought them all: the cheap foot files, the expensive ones, the Ped Egg, and even a foot file from that direct sales nail wrap company. None of those remotely compare to this one. I thought I was reduced to course heels forever; no more! With just one use, my heels are fabulous! The callouses this thing removed was absolutely disgusting, but I couldn't be happier. You won't be disappointed!!" — JMart $10 at Amazon This is a mildly abrasive cleaning paste, so use with care and go slowly when testing on new surfaces. Simply apply it to the surface with a damp sponge or cloth, give it a few scrubs, and then rinse away with hot water. Promising review: "I added before and after photos of my filthy oven so you all would know this stuff is the real deal and worth it. I like that it didn't have a strong odor and it didn't use much effort at all to clean my oven. You can really see it removing the burnt-on grease after a few circular motions." — DNICEANDFAM $6 at Amazon Promising review: "I used to pay a professional to dermaplane my face once a month to remove the peach fuzz, which makes me look older and makes the makeup application more cumbersome. I searched for years for a home product to use to save money and time. This is the closest I have been able to get to professional dermaplaning in the convenience of my home, on my time/schedule, and at a fraction of the price. Love it!" — SEM1969 $6 at Amazon These are biodegradable and review: "I seriously can't believe how well these little tablets work. I had the most disgusting Hydro Flask coffee mug — I tried everything. A bottle brush, different kinds of soap, vinegar, EVERYTHING, and there was still a seemingly impenetrable layer of black sludge inside. I let a tablet sit in each of my mugs for an hour or two, and the black sludge rinsed out COMPLETELY, without even scrubbing. They look brand new. What a magical product. No weird smell or taste afterward, either. I liked it so much that I used it on another Hydro Flask I use primarily to hold my Bloody Mary mix in the fridge. I couldn't put anything else in it because it would always taste like spicy tomato juice. Bottle Bright to the rescue! No residual smell or taste anymore. AMAZING AMAZING AMAZING." — Amazon Customer $8 at Amazon For best results, you should apply the cream after washing your hands, after showering, and at bedtime. Promising review: "I thought to myself it couldn't actually work as well as it promised or people said but it works even BETTER. It is a magic formula that transforms my skin in just a few hours. It healed my rough patches and cracked skin overnight. It seriously feels almost unreal how well it works. My skin feels smooth and protected. I'm honestly amazed." — Lucy $9 at Amazon Promising review: "These babies have transformed and reformed my slobby life. My dog sitter thought I got a new sink and fridge. I have never had more fun cleaning in my life — wait, I have never had any fun cleaning. But these magical creatures make it so freaking satisfying. No toxic stuff. No fumes. Just heavenly cleanliness." — Jimmy Jim Ereeno $14 at Amazon Promising reviews: "I have some discoloration/hyperpigmentation, and I am not usually good at using concealer. This is easy to use and perfect for beginners and amateurs like me." — Marie"I am a 30-year-old female. I have extremely dark under-eye circles. Honestly, that is the only reason I wear makeup — to cover them. I've used numerous kinds of concealers. Tarte Shape Tape, Mary Kay, Estee Lauder (assorted kinds), IT Cosmetics Bye Bye under eye, Clinique, Laura Mercier, Mac, and Bobbi Brown. I usually spend anywhere from $25–$30 on one tube of concealer and still feel unsatisfied with the coverage. Or it looks too heavy and thick by the time I sit with a damp makeup sponge and powder (accentuating my under-eye fine lines). This little gem is great. I use this concealer every day instead of all my high-end brand concealers. It's full coverage, buildable, lasts all day, is not drying, and is not too liquidy. I'm so happy I gave this a try, will definitely be keeping this baby in my everyday makeup bag." — Brittney $9+ at Amazon The kit comes with three different sizes of brushes so you can tackle both big and small review: "I bought this on a whim because my walk-in shower is just a pain to clean. I'm 51 and I guess I've just been old school with how I clean, hand scrubbing for years. The FIRST time I used this to clean my shower it took five minutes AND it scrubbed my shower more clean than it has been in years. In the corners, the floor, the glass came out squeaky clean. I'm NEVER cleaning my shower by hand again." — Terry $19 at Amazon Amazon Amazon It's designed to be compatible with all types of coffee machines, and many reviewers have also had success using it to de-scale electric review: "I had never even thought of descaling my 2-year-old Keurig before Amazon suggested it, but this stuff was cheap, I knew I was supposed to descale regularly, and I knew this kind of descaler wouldn't be as hard to rinse out as the smell of vinegar.I honestly wasn't expecting much, but the next morning, it took much less time for the water to heat up, and my coffee tasted twice as strong and rich as it did before descaling, which means the brewing temperature is higher now that the heating element isn't caked with mineral deposits. Now I feel a little silly for drinking mediocre coffee for so long." — Lenore $14 at Amazon Reviewers with hair textures from type 1a (stick straight) to type 4c (coily) have left 5-star ratings for this bottle of magic. Those with straighter hair say it helps smooth flyaways and add volume, while those with coily hair say it enhances their natural curls and adds review: "I don't usually do reviews on products, but for this one, I absolutely have to. I have 3c-type hair and struggle with a lot of breakage, unmanageability, and moisture. When my mom mentioned this product to me, I didn't take her seriously because of the simple fact that we have two completely different hair textures. I never would have thought this brand would work on my hair ... I have never in my 22 years felt my hair like this. I feel like I have a completely different head of hair. This product is so amazing, and I will FOREVER be using this product in my hair regimen." — Theressa Hailey $11 at Amazon You can place one in the detergent tray and run a normal cycle. An additional tablet can be added to the bottom of the dishwasher for a deeper clean. You can also use it while cleaning dishes by placing a tablet in the bottom of your dishwasher when running a normal review: "Definitely worth trying! I moved into a new place and discovered the hard way that the previous tenant was a disgusting slob — and I mean GROSS. About 6 weeks in, some random grease clog happened somewhere in our plumbing/something went wrong, and my sink and dishwasher began emptying (unbeknownst to me at first) into my downstairs neighbor's kitchen. Long story short, everything was replaced and repaired but my dishwasher smelled horribly rotten and seemed to just make dishes dirtier. Oily and stinky, somehow, no matter how much prewash/soap/good old scrub the dishwasher on your knees, I did. It was beyond useless; it was making my kitchen stink. My landlord was unconcerned at this point because the problems had technically been fixed. (Yeah, one of those). THIS PRODUCT WAS WORTH, FOR ME, 3X WHAT I PAID. One tablet worked wonders, and a second was probably not needed, but I did one anyway, and I'm just absolutely amazed. It's better than it was when I moved in. If only this could fix up the rest of my apartment for me!!?!" — Mirwonderful $9 at Amazon Promising reviews: "This stuff is my holy grail dandruff product. I have dandruff year-round, and my thick hair keeps it locked in. Nizoral is truly the only dandruff shampoo that nixes the problem within days of use, and it doesn't have a funky smell." — Erin"This is the holy grail of shampoos for dandruff. Literally read the review of someone else saying this gets rid of your dandruff the first use. THEY WERE NOT LYING! If you have been struggling with dandruff for years, this shampoo is what you need to invest in. PLEASE!" — Amazon Customer $16 at Amazon Promising review: "I've been trying to clean my nasty oven door for the past five years. Tried everything I could find, but it remained an embarrassing mess. Ten minutes of moderate scrubbing yesterday with Oven Scrub and it was 90% clear. Another five minutes today, and it looks like new. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED." — Andy BeaEverneat is a small business based in Connecticut that makes natural cleaning products and tools. $26 at Amazon The set comes with one six-cell bin (for scarves and ties), an eight-cell bin (for underwear, briefs, and ties), a seven-cell bin for bras, and a 24-cell bin for review: "No matter how neatly I fold my bras and underwear, they always seem to become a big jumble in the drawer. These organizers are perfect for keeping everything in place, and you won't forget about those items you own that end up buried at the back." — M. Hanson $14 at Amazon Promising review: "After using Lights, Camera, Lashes by Tarte for the past year, I got tired of breaking the bank over mascara. My sister suggested Essence Lash Princess False Lash Effect, and I IMMEDIATELY fell in love. It provides dramatic length and great volume. I can honestly say I can't stop looking at my eyelashes in the mirror every single day because of how awesome they look. Also, it is very long-wearing. I go from an eight-hour workday right to the gym and sweat [a lot]..and this stuff doesn't budge! I love it!!" — Carrie E Weikert $5 at Amazon Promising review: "The difference in my closet because of the hangers alone is striking. I can finally shift clothes to the side to actually see what I have. While some may think that saving their money and dealing with a tight closet is worth it, I am completely sold on making the change. So happy I pulled the trigger. I've purchased 100 more just now so that I can do the same for my boyfriend's closet." — ChristineSD $15 at Amazon Promising review: "I LOVE these oil-absorbing sheets! I tried them out a few years ago but haven't gotten around to writing a review until now. I've tried other blotting sheets, and they've either broken me out or just did not absorb all the oil. Every time I come back to these, I realize they are truly the best. I have SUPER-oily skin (and cystic acne, which I have the scars to show for) and this makes me feel sooo fresh and even calms down active pimples/acne." — Noopur D. $7 at Amazon Just fill your tub with hot water, add 4 ounces of cleaner, run the tub's jets for 15 minutes, then drain the tub and wipe away any remaining review: "Love this stuff. I was skeptical at first. I am a huge germaphobe, and this worked well enough for me to actually take a bath at my new place with the jets on!" — Ann $19 at Amazon Promising review: "This product works beautifully. I tried a lot of products to remove the hard water from my glass shower. I have to admit the first time I used it with a cloth, it was not very effective. The second time, I used a nonabrasive sponge for glass. It turned out beautiful, just like the first day the glass was installed." — EJP $18 at Amazon Promising review: "I was pleasantly surprised by how far these went. I did the entire floor of my large master bathroom, plus a little of the shower, with one pen. It is pretty forgiving, and you have quite a bit of working time before it dries completely. This was not a quick task, but it went faster than I thought it would. I was worried the white would look too bright, but it just makes everything look so much cleaner. Very happy with this product!" — Jenelle $9 at Amazon Promising review: "As soon as I used this stuff, I couldn't believe it! We had a new stove that I didn't clean for months and assumed the burnt pea juice (my enemy) would just be a new stain forever. However, after one application, it was basically gone. I used the scraper that came with it and did one more small application on just that spot, and it was gone! Every time I use this, it looks like my stove could be brand-new." — Christi Lambertson $15 at Amazon This stuff is THE TRUTH. My roommate is the best, but let's just say wiping down the stove after cooking is not one of her favorite activities. I'm not particularly fond of doing the dishes, so I guess we're even. Anyways, I spray this on a few times a week, let it sit for about five minutes, then wipe with a cloth and it removes EVERYTHING. Like, every little spot of caked-on grease and burnt crumbs come off with just one wipe. $18 at Amazon Promising review: "Didn't think it would work, but it DID with no scrubbing!! My husband didn't think our grout was originally white, but I knew better. I put this on before bed on a section of grout in the shower, and woke up to gorgeous and bright white, no scrubbing at all the next morning. Just rinse it off. Absolutely buying another bottle. It wasn't quite enough for my entire shower, but to be fair, we have a lot of small tiles. I think two bottles will get the whole shower floor. Bravo on a great product." — thekuan $15 at Amazon These wipes are nonabrasive so they're safe to use on smooth surfaces like car exteriors, vinyl, baseboards, and review: "I have a small kitchen, and everything tends to get an oily, greasy film on it very quickly. I don't have a tile backsplash or a range hood, and my fridge is right next to my stove, so the paint on the wall and the textured fridge get pretty disgusting. The tiniest little oil splatter seems to cover my whole kitchen. When these wipes arrived yesterday, I attacked my kitchen with them. They worked amazingly well! I didn't realize how much grease was really sticking to everything until I saw how disgusting the wipes were getting. Luckily, they're huge, so I was able to cover a lot before I needed a new one. I have very sensitive skin, and these didn't dry my hands out at all. I also get severe migraines, which are easily triggered by chemical smells, and these have a nice, lemony scent that didn't trigger me at all. 10 stars!" — Michele West $15 at Amazon Reviewers with hair types 1c — 4c have had success with this reviews: "I have natural 4c hair, and this product was amazing. I did not think it would because of the texture, but once it was saturated in my hair, my hair became more healthy. I had less breakage, and my hair seemed to stay more moisturized during the week. I use this mask once a week." — Adrain T."My hair is very thin and curly. The ends are damaged from heat and color, causing my hair to look even more unruly. I do oil treatments once a week and only wash my hair two to three times a week, but NOTHING has made my hair feel like this product does. There is an immediate difference as soon as this product touches my hair. It leaves my hair feeling so silky, even after I rinse it out and dry my hair." — Melissa $15 at Amazon Promising review: "So, we have a toilet that belongs to the cats. We don't use it, we don't look at it, we like to pretend it does not exist. Even with semiregular flushing, cat waste is pretty nasty stuff and builds up quickly in the bowl. One of these wands cleaned it up in a single session! Before-and-after pic attached (above)." — Whitney $12 at Amazon Promising review: "This little pen brush is incredible! I wasn't sure if it would work well on my emerald engagement ring since it's mostly advertised for diamonds, but I thought I'd give it a try. I have been wearing the ring since getting engaged in October, and even though I had it cleaned at the jeweler's in April, it just didn't seem as bright as it was when it was new, and I thought it would just always be a little cloudy. But after cleaning it once with the Dazzle Stik, I was blown away by the difference — it looks as bright and sparkly as when I first got it! I'm so glad I didn't buy an ultrasonic cleaner, since this is so much less expensive and easier and gentler. It took me less than a minute to clean, and I can do it whenever I want! And it's honestly better than when the jeweler cleaned it. So thrilled!" — KFray $10 at Amazon The dividers are adjustable so you can customize your set depending on what size containers you have! Promising review: "I love, love, love this storage container. Sounds silly, but it changed my life. No longer do I have storage container Jenga! No more stuff falling out of the cabinet every time I open the cupboard. Now I can stack my lids in the organizer and my storage containers fit nicely on the shelf, and I have a lot of storage containers. I would definitely buy this again and again. Great product." — Laura H. $17 at Amazon Emma Lord/BuzzFeed Emma Lord/BuzzFeed Promising review: "I have two dogs — a terrier mix and a short-hair dachshund mix. I have a navy woven couch that LOVES my dachshund's fur. I have tried pretty much everything to get the fur out — traditional lint roller, those blue fuzzy lint rollers, special vacuum attachments, etc. The terrier's fur comes out great with all of those options. The dachshund's fur, much like the dachshund herself, remains stubbornly on my couch. I got this product as the new 'let's see if it works' item of the month with low expectations. THE FUR ACTUALLY CAME OUT GUYS. It acts like a broom for my couch — sweeping the fur (with some elbow grease) basically onto the floor where I vacuum it up! Give this a try if my story sounds pretty similar to yours!" — Janielle $15 at Amazon Avoid Travel Disaster With These Solid, Leakproof Beauty Products Meet The Winning Beauty Products That Earned A HuffPicks Awards Seal 10 'Godsend' Beauty Products That Helped Reviewers With Their Menopausal Skin
Daily Express
17-06-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Government committed to ease housing burden of low-income families
Published on: Tuesday, June 17, 2025 Published on: Tue, Jun 17, 2025 By: Sisca Humphrey Text Size: Jannie officiating the launch of the RMR unit. Kota Kinabalu: The Sabah State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring access to affordable housing through continued support for the Rumah Mesra Rakyat (RMR) programme by Syarikat Perumahan Negara Berhad (SPNB). Kapayan Assemblywoman Jannie Lasimbang said initiatives like RMR are vital in helping low-income families who already own land but cannot afford to build a home on their own. Advertisement 'These houses are worth RM85,000, but with SPNB's RM20,000 subsidy, families only need to repay around RM300 a month. That makes it very affordable, especially for young families,' she said during a press conference after officiating the RMR 2025 handover ceremony at Kg Kapayan here, on Monday. This of the programme saw ten recipients from across Penampang, which are five receiving house keys and five others issued offer letters for homes scheduled to be built later this year. 'All ten recipients today are young people. Many of them dream of owning a house, but land and housing prices in places like Kapayan are extremely high. 'One family told me they wouldn't have been able to afford building a home on their own. You could see how happy they were and we were happy for them too,' Jannie said. Jannie noted that most recipients were building on inherited family land, which eased land acquisition costs but not construction. She said the State Government continues to prioritise housing, infrastructure and social well-being through its annual budget planning. 'Housing remains a major concern, especially with older, unsafe homes still found in urban areas. That's why programmes like RMR are necessary. 'We don't just make policies. We deliver them where they matter,' she said. She also encouraged landowners to apply for the RMR scheme, citing the long waiting lists under federal programmes such as PPR. 'If you have land and some savings, apply through SPNB. It's a real opportunity,' she said. Currently, more than 2,568 RMR units have been built in Sabah, contributing to a national total of 71,847 units delivered under the programme. 'This isn't just about building houses. It's about building better lives for our people,' she said. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Daily Express
16-06-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Sabah renews support for affordable housing through RMR scheme
Published on: Monday, June 16, 2025 Published on: Mon, Jun 16, 2025 By: Sisca Humphrey Text Size: Jannie (right) officiates the symbolic launch of the RMR at one of the recipients' homes. KOTA KINABALU: The State Government has reiterated its support for the Rumah Mesra Rakyat (RMR) programme to help low-income landowners build affordable homes. Kapayan Assemblywoman Jannie Lasimbang said the initiative eases the burden for families who cannot afford construction costs despite owning land. Advertisement Ten recipients from Penampang benefited at a handover ceremony on Monday, with five receiving house keys and five issued offer letters for homes to be built this year. She noted most applicants are young people building on inherited land, reducing land costs but not the challenges of financing construction. Sabah has completed over 2,568 RMR units, contributing to the national total of 71,847 homes under the scheme. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Daily Express
16-06-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
New homes for Ranau families
New homes for Ranau families RANAU: Four recipients of the Rumah Mesra Rakyat (RMR) breathed a sigh of relief after they received the keys to their new houses here on Sunday. The four were Dunisa Junisah binti Garaim, Boby @ Mohd Azuan bin Saidi, Shamsani bin Amilin and Alfrendy Liong. Advertisement They received the keys from State Finance Minister Datuk Seri Masidi Manjun (inset) at a ceremony in Kg Lipasu. At the ceremony, RMR offer letters were also presented to six applicants comprising Marconi Sandou, Danny James, Pinah Binti Serungin, Lailawati Binti Ramlee, Aldy Ramdin Gaminik and Gaerry Supail. SPONSORED CONTENT Masidi expressed appreciation to Syarikat Perumahan Negara Berhad (SPNB) for successfully completing the project according to specifications and time, as well as organising the ceremony in a very orderly and structured manner. He said as State Finance Minister, he always believes that the responsibility of the Government is not only to formulate policies and approve the budget, but also to ensure that the policies reach the people. Advertisement 'Every family that receives a house or offer letter today is receiving a new hope, a new beginning and perhaps even an end to years of renting or living in an imperfect house. 'A house is not just a concrete structure. It is a place where children grow up, a place where families gather, a place where love blossoms and a place where we feel safe and calm,' he said. Advertisement Masidi said the RMR programme is a very noble initiative because it targets low-income groups who cannot afford to own their own homes. 'With the help of subsidies and loan facilities from SPNB, eligible citizens now have the opportunity to own a comfortable and safe home,' said. He added that since the programme was introduced, a total of 71,847 units have been built and handed over to the needy throughout the country and for Sabah, a total of 2,556 units have been allocated. 'The State Government will continue to support the efforts of SPNB and other housing agencies in ensuring that no Sabahan is left out of the opportunity to own a home. 'We understand that in today's world, the cost of living is increasing, the price of construction materials has also increase. However, the Government's commitment to protecting the common people has never wavered. 'At the Ministry of Finance level, we will continue to ensure that all allocations for the development of the people, including housing, basic amenities and social wellbeing, will continue to be given priority in the State's financial planning,' he said. Also present were SPNB Executive Officer Ar Mohd Jamil bin Idris, SPNB Sabah Branch Director Mohd Hafiz Sua Abdullah, Ranau District Assistant Officer (Development) Florencia Padasian, Karanaan Division Community Development Officer Suhaimi Manjun and others.
