Scoop Insight

RM230 JUTA: AMANAH ATAU KHIANAT?

Isu penyelewengan berjumlah RM230 juta melibatkan sumbangan dana yang diberikan kepada pelbagai pihak mencetuskan kemarahan ramai, apatah lagi pihak berkuasa menyatakan sebahagian sumbangan termasuk kutipan yang seharusnya disalurkan kepada badan zakat sebuah negeri.Kebimbangan ramai ialah bagaimana zakat yang sepatutnya disalurkan kepada golongan yang layak, tidak sampai kepada mereka.Presiden Pemerhati Rasuah Malaysia (MCW), Jais Abdul Karim mengulas mengenai isu ini yang disifatkan sebagai satu pengkhianatan kepada institusi agama dalam Podcast Scoop Insight.

The Online Safety Act: Is it enough to protect our kids?

Is the Online Safety Act enough to protect children - or does real safety depend on all of us?In this episode of Scoop Insight, Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching explores why online safety must go beyond regulation. As risks like cyberbullying, grooming, and harmful content continue to rise, the conversation shifts to shared responsibility - from parents managing digital exposure, to schools strengthening digital literacy, platforms building safer environments, and government driving awareness and coordination.At its core, this episode asks a critical question: If children are growing up online, who is truly responsible for keeping them safe?Host: A. Azim IdrisGuest: YB Teo Nie Ching - Deputy Communications Minister

Danger on the Slopes: Inside the TTDI Mud Flood Incident

The TTDI mud flood is more than a local incident - it’s a warning sign. Following a retaining wall collapse in Taman Tun Dr Ismail, questions are being raised about slope safety, urban planning, and the growing impact of extreme rainfall. In this episode of Scoop Insight, we explore the chain of events behind the flood, gaps in enforcement and oversight, the risks of developing near sensitive ecosystems, and what reforms are urgently needed. With insights from Friends of Bukit Kiara and TTDI residents, we ask: are Malaysian cities prepared for what’s coming next? Host: Keran Raj Guests:  Tan Boon Hua- Vice President of FoBK  Khairudin Rahim - TTDI Residents Association Spokesperson

From Hormuz to KL: How War in West Asia Hits Your Wallet

Tensions in West Asia are escalating, and the global economic impact could hit closer to home than many Malaysians realise. In this episode of Scoop Insight, Ipoh Timur MP Howard Lee Chuan How unpacks why Malaysia may appear stable on the surface, even as deeper economic vulnerabilities quietly build beneath. As pressure mounts around key global trade routes like the Strait of Hormuz, the risk of rising oil prices, disrupted shipping, and renewed inflation is becoming harder to ignore. These are not distant geopolitical concerns - they carry real consequences for Malaysia’s economy, from the cost of living and fuel prices to the strength of the ringgit, job security, and the resilience of local businesses. The conversation explores how a prolonged conflict could ripple across Southeast Asia, reshaping supply chains, increasing financial uncertainty, and testing how long governments can continue cushioning the impact through subsidies and policy measures. More importantly, what does this mean for you? As uncertainty grows, Malaysians may need to rethink how they spend, save, and plan ahead in a more volatile global environment. Is Malaysia truly prepared for what’s ahead, or are we simply not feeling the impact yet? Watch this episode for a clear, grounded look at the risks - and how to stay financially resilient in uncertain times. Host: Azim Idris Guest: YB Howard Lee

Are Kids Ready for Social Media? The Truth Behind the 'Under-16' Rule

Kids are going online earlier than ever—but are they actually ready for it? With Malaysia’s Online Safety Act 2025 (ONSA) now in force, major platforms are being held accountable for harmful content, with stricter protections for minors—including age verification measures for users under 16 and penalties of up to RM10 million for non-compliance. But this raises a deeper question: Why 16? Is this just policy—or is there real science behind it? In this episode of Scoop Insight, we speak to Clinical Psychologist K.C. Chiang, who brings over a decade of experience working with adolescents and families across issues like anxiety, emotional regulation, and behavioural challenges. Together, we unpack what’s really happening in a developing brain—and what happens when it collides with social media. Host: Shazmin Shamsuddin Guest: KC Chiang