#TreatYoSelf: The Best Dessert Toasts In Klang Valley For Sweet-Toothed Toast Lovers

We gotta say, the decadent thick toast desserts are such a thing these days that it’s hard to ignore. Even for us!

Of course, sweet-toothed Malaysians aren’t exactly strangers to that style of dessert because Hong Kong restaurant chain Kim Gary first brought it to Malaysia some years ago. Who doesn’t remember Kim Gary’s “signature” peanut butter condensed milk thick toast that got our tongues a-waggin’?

But new styles have emerged in recent times, taking a leaf out of the Shibuya-style thick toast desserts book. The Shibuya-style thick toast dessert features blocks of bread usually crowned with whipped cream and ice cream. Sometimes, with heaping servings of fruits, syrup, and dustings of sugary powder as well.

As the trend continues to grow, several cafes specialising in thick toast desserts have popped up, sinfully but gleefully inviting Malaysians in with open arms. Some cafes have also added the calorific treat on their menus, leaving their guests no choice but to have a separate stomach for desserts altogether!

Move aside, waffles craze. These thick toast desserts are here to stay for a while:

Located at No 32-1, The Strand Jalan, PJU5/20D Pusat Perdagangan Kota Damansara, 47810 Petaling Jaya, Dreamz Café is open for anyone seeking great company to come together and enjoy a leisurely afternoon. The featured flavour at Dreamz Bakery is their Honey Toast where blocks of honey toast are being stacked on top of each other. It is then topped off with Lavender, Rose Lychee or Oreo Mint ice cream.

Check out their Instagram for more information.

You may remember seeing our Instagram post a couple of months ago about our short but sweet (oh, definitely sweet!) visit to this place. Harajucube is a Japanese cafe and restaurant that serves a mouth-watering variety of towering, cubed bread blocks for breakfast, brunch, dinner (if you like), and dessert.

We gotta warn you though that such “culinary adventure” shouldn’t be experienced alone because Harajucube’s toast servings are huge. So remember to share :) Harajucube is located at 103, Empire Damansara, Jalan PJU8/8 Damansara Perdana, 47800 Petaling Jaya. For more information, visit Harajucube’s Facebook page or Instagram.

Known to many as a “French Japanese fusion cafe”, Franco (previously known as Miam Miam) may be new, but it’s already popular for its “legendary sweet treats”. Namely its soufflé, pancakes, and French toast. What makes Franco’s dessert-like French toast different is not just the way it’s served (standard French toasts are served flat) but also the way it tastes.

It’s thicker, denser, cut in squares, and each slice is piled on top of another before being topped off with whipped cream and a generous serving of maple syrup plus icing sugar. For more information, visit Franco’s Facebook page.

Although it only officially opened about a month ago, Miru is already quickly picking up pace as patrons are flocking to the dessert cafe for its yummy Shibuya honey toasts! A quick look at their menu tells us that we’d have to make a few visits to really experience and savour their honey toasts.

The big plus is that the good people at Miru even allows their customers to make special requests for additional toppings or customise their own toast altogether. Winning! Miru Dessert Cafe is located at 62, Jalan SS21/58, Damansara Utama, 47400 Petaling Jaya. For more information, visit Miru’s Facebook page or website.

Situated in the heart of KL city, in the old neighbourhood of Pudu; VCR brings you fresh coffee daily and crunchy, eggy, sweet-cinnamon dusted French Toast made from a thick cut of brioche bread, fried in butter with hints of cinnamon and sugar.

The café, built in 1927 is situated near the old Pudu Jail. Locate them at 2, Jalan Galloway, Bukit Bintang, 50150 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur.Locate them at 2, Jalan Galloway, Bukit Bintang, 50150 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur. Be sure to head onto their Instagram to find out more.

That’s all for now but trust us when we say that it won’t be long before others latch on to this dessert trend. We’ll update this post with more places soon! If you know of any restaurants/cafes that serve equally delicious toasts or toast desserts too, drop us a comment below and we’ll gladly check ’em out ;)

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Lee Hyun Woo All Set To Charm Malaysians In Person!

The star of ONE / ONE HD’s “To the Beautiful You”, the popular new Korean romantic comedy series is on a promotional tour to Singapore and Kuala Lumpur – and he’s all set to meet his fans in this region.

Lee Hyun Woo will be at Kuala Lumpur’s Sungei Wang Plaza on 14th October 2012 (Sunday) and Singapore’s Suntec City Mall, Entertainment Centre Astrum on 15th October 2012 (Monday) to promote “To the Beautiful You”. Set to coincide with the second anniversary of the launch of ONE/ONE HD, Lee Hyun Woo’s upcoming appearance in Kuala Lumpur and Singapore is also a special treat for clients, partners, and subscribers to thank them for supporting the channel.

This is the first time that the 19-year-old idol is visiting both countries to meet with, well, as many people as he can reach out to!

It is also the fourth promotional tour organized by ONE, following actor Jang Hyuk in January 2011 to promote drama Midas; Lee Dong Wook and Kim Sun-A in December 2011 in promotion of Scent of A Woman; as well as K-pop boy group BTOB in June 2012 to perform in Jakarta.

Are you a fan? Would you like to meet the boy? Astro ONE HD subscribers have till 10th October to be among the first 10 each day to register here to win a pair of passes to meet him!

The series is currently airing on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 9:05pm first and exclusively on ONE / ONE HD, Astro B.yond (Channel 393).


Kim Kardashian On Baby Names & Food Cravings

Despite rumours that Kanye West really, really wants to name his kid “North”, Kim Kardashian confirms that they haven’t decided on a baby name yet.

The reality TV star recently opened up about baby names and junk food cravings in an interview with Extra while promoting her new Tyler Perry film, “Temptation”. Kim plays a marriage counselor in the film – we know, right? In any case, she mentioned the possibility of continuing the family tradition of sticking with a name that begins with K because she thinks “it would be really cute”.

That makes sense. Her name is Kim and Kanye’s name is Kanye, after all.

Kim also laughed off tabloid reports that she has hit 200 pounds (91kgs) and is terrified of gaining more pregnancy weight:

I’m like, “You are 60 pounds (27kgs) off here!”. It wouldn’t even bother me if I gained all the weight.

I have the biggest sweet tooth and I love junk food. Being pregnant I don’t like any of it. I’m waiting for the moments when someone’s like let’s go to McDonald’s and Taco Bell – that’s not happening for me and I’m kind of sad about it.

At the beginning it was tough for me when your body changes so much. But once you kind of grasp that and embrace it, it’s amazing.

Hmm. How about Krystal? Kaira? Kai? Kasabian?


Descendants Of The Dragon 2060: Wang Leehom To Perform In Singapore In 2019

Calling all Mandopop fans! Wang Leehom (王力宏) is set to bring his “Descendants of the Dragon 2060” (龙的传人 2060) world tour to Singapore soon.

The multi-talented singer-songwriter has been busy promoting his new film “Legend of the Ancient Sword” (古剑奇谭之流月昭明), but that doesn’t mean that his concert has been put on hold. According to sources, his last Singapore concert was back in 2012. Are y’all excited to see him again?

The 42-year-old singer and his wife Lee Jing Lei (李靚蕾) welcomed their third child – a baby boy named Wang Jiayao (王嘉耀) – two months ago. Throughout the past year, the musician has also been treating fans with new music, especially songs from his album “A.I. 愛”. Needless to say, music has always been Leehom’s priority.

So what can fans expect from his “Descendants of the Dragon 2060” concert? During the tour, concert-goers will get to see a different side to the entertainer. The show will take music lovers on “a journey into the future with cool high-tech techniques. Just like what has been portrayed in the concert poster, the performance will give audiences a vague sense of cross over between time and space”.

Brought to you by UnUsUaL Entertainment Pte Ltd and Alive Asia Entertainment, the details to Wang Leehom’s “Descendants of the Dragon 2060” World Tour in Singapore are as follows:

Concert tickets will on sale next Tuesday (23rd October 2018) at 10am via www.sportshubtix.sg. For more information, call +65 3158 7888.

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Malaysia Caps Off Kuala Lumpur 2017 #SEAGames Medal Tally With 145 Gold Medals

Our country just capped off what was perhaps their best sporting event ever with a medal tally of 145 gold, 92 silver, and 86 bronze medals at the Kuala Lumpur 2017 Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games). The 145th and final gold was won by the men’s speed skating quartet of Wong De-Vin, Ariff Rasydan Fadzli, Hazim Shahrum and Khairil Ridhwan Khalil, who finished ahead of 2nd-placed Singapore.

In 2015, Malaysia bagged a total of 186 medals at the 28th SEA Games in Singapore. At that time, it was already a vast improvement from the 2011 SEA Games in Indonesia (59) and 2013 SEA Games in Myanmar (43). With a total count of 323 medals, this is undoubtedly the best Malaysia has ever performs in the history of the SEA Games.

The closing ceremony of the Kuala Lumpur 2017 SEA Games will take place later at KL Sports City in Bukit Jalil. About 100,000 people are set to attend the ceremony at 9pm tonight.

Sources: kualalumpur2017.com.my, CNA / Featured image: The Jakarta Post.


It’s A Wrap For The H-Artistry 2012 Trilogy

The H-Artistry Trilogy of parties arrived at a sensational culmination on 3rd November 2012 (Saturday) at the Malaysia International Exhibition and Convention Centre, marking the end of 2012’s The Global Art of Mixing Trilogy.

Kicking off the night was the Hennessy Art of Mixing Zone – a regular affair at all H-Artistry events where party goers soaked up the classy atmosphere with glasses of signature Hennessy V.S.O.P. long drinks (Hennessy Apple, Hennessy Berry, Hennessy Ginger, Hennessy Soda) in hand.

Enter the gorgeous hosts of the night, Julie Woon and Sarah Lian, who warmed up the crowd with banter and pleasantries, setting the tone for a great night ahead. At the stroke of 10pm, the crowd quickly shifted into the party arena, and energy levels were pumping in sync with the crowd’s excitement.

Storming the stage to shrill screams of the female K-Pop fans in the crowd were Block B, who immediately broke into song and dance with their infectious track “Nilili Mambo”.

Live renditions of “No Joke” and “Nalina” followed, as Block B showcased their rap, vocals and dance prowess to put on a stellar demonstration of the quality and showmanship of K-Pop music.

As Block B bowed out, the next artist to take the stage was Alexandra Burke, who immediately stamped her vocal authority as the prima donna of the night. Among the highlights of Alexandra Burke’s performance were live renditions of “Heartbreak on Hold”, “Elephant”, and her hit track “Bad Boys”, featuring Flo Rida.

However, the crowd exploded in exhiliration when Alexandra Burke invited Block B up on stage for an exclusive H-Artistry collaboration. Cheers and screams coupled with blaring horns marked the introduction of Kanye West’s massive hit “All of the Lights” – version H-Artistry. The rendition was given a distinct edge, thanks to Alexandra Burke’s full, powerful vocals and Block B’s crisp rap delivery – another resounding East-meets-West collaboration to take place on the H-Artistry platform.

Right after the collaboration, K-Pop fans in the crowd were thrown yet another surprise by one of the hottest all-girl K-Pop groups to debut recently – EvoL.

H-Artistry’s surprise guest performers took the stage with enthusiastic cheers and put on a sizzling performance featuring their hit tracks, “Let’s Explode” and “Magnet”.

The night was clearly headed in the right direction as eccentric graphics on the LED panels marked the beginning of H-Artistry’s electronic dance music acts. The crowd was enraptured as Havana Brown’s DJ deck theatrically rose from the middle of the stage, and a flurry of musical euphoria ensued.

Just as Havana Brown set the pace of her set, the crowd was prompted into an uproar yet again by a dance and vocal performance by the Australian DJ vixen herself. Havana Brown’s hit track “We Run the Night” bolstered the crowd to an unstoppable momentum, as she made way for the final performer of the night – Starkillers, who took the decks with his own distinct and commanding presence, dropping hit tracks and remixes of “Pressure” and “Titanium” to the ardent cheers of the crowd.

As H-Artistry at MIECC approached the end of the night, party goers took full advantage of the Hennessy Art of Mixing Zone, which had been converted into a comfortable chill-out zone for everyone to relax.

Complimentary mineral water bottles were made freely available throughout the night, and were also distributed to everyone at the exits of the arena. Outside the event venue, food stalls were commissioned to stay open till 3am, giving party goers a chance to recharge before heading home.

H-Artistry at MIECC was a night of true musical artistry, mixed with a sensational experience befitting of the amazing culmination for the H-Artistry Trilogy of 2012. H-Artistry events are by-invite-only, and are open to non-Muslims aged 18 above. Keep it locked on here for updates on future H-Artistry events slated for 2013.

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Bruno Mars To Perform In KL On 9th May 2018; Tix On Sale 14th August 2017

The Grammy Award winner and world-renowned, multi-platinum selling singer/songwriter/producer/director/musician, Bruno Mars, will be bringing his massive global headline tour – The 24K Magic World Tour (pronounced twenty-
four karat magic world tour) to Kuala Lumpur!

The magic will happen on 9th May 2018 at the Axiata Arena, Bukit Jalil (previously known as Stadium Putra Bukit Jalil). Tickets for the 24K Magic World Tour Live in Kuala Lumpur start at RM398 and is scheduled to go on sale Monday, August 14th at 10am through www.prworldwidelive.com or www.myticket.asia.


T.O.P Posts Clip In Recording Studio; Hints At BIGBANG’s Comeback?

BIGBANG’s T.O.P (real name Choi Seung Hyun, 최승현) recently sent K-pop fans into frenzy with his latest Instagram update.

The popular world star uploaded a clip of himself rapping enthusiastically inside a recording studio. He accompanied the post by writing, “Making some new shit – I go my way,” much to V.I.Ps’ (fandom name) excitement.

A post shared by  T.O.P (@choi_seung_hyun_tttop) on May 26, 2020 at 9:22am PDT

Though there were no specific details spilled by T.O.P, fans were quick to speculate that he is currently prepping for his music return with his fellow BIGBANG teammates. After all, a lot of people have been eagerly waiting for the group’s comeback!

In addition, the 32-year-old has not promote actively as a singer ever since his military discharge back in July 2019. For those uninitiated, the 4 members of the “Loser” jam-makers were supposed to make their grand return on stage at Coachella 2020. However, the yearly music festival has been put on hold due to the Covid-19 outbreak, ultimately delaying BIGBANG’s comeback.

V.I.Ps, are y’all excited for BIGBANG’s possible comeback in the near future?


Netflix’s “King of Clones” Documentary Review: The Creepy Story Of The Mad Korean Scientist Who Tried To Cloned Humans

In our time reviewing Netflix documentaries, we’ve seen some wild stuff. From strange social experiments revolving around a millionaire dog to creepy South Korean death cults masquerading as churches. There’s no shortage of strangeness to mine within the streaming service’s vast library of shows. Just when we thought we’d seen it all, we come across a story that leaves us utterly shocked and hungry to explore the depths of human depravity. Enter “King of Clones”, a documentary that follows the story of South Korean scientist Hwang Woo-suk and his meteoric rise to fame for his astonishing claims of being the first scientist to successfully clone a human being. He was even known across the scientific world as the “Pride of Korea” at some point. Then, it all came spiralling down as lies were exposed and ethical lines were breached.

What we’re wondering is if Netflix’s “King of Clones” is for real. Are there some actual Frankenstein-levels of madness at work here? Or will this prove to be all bark with no gripping bite? Let’s find out!

Set in the 2000s, the documentary follows a brilliant veterinarian-turned-stem-cell-researcher who presents to the world his seemingly groundbreaking findings in a scientific journal. His research had shown positive results of successful cloning of human embryos. With this discovery, he took the scientific world by storm. His research promised to pave the path forward for creating healthy new organs to transplant and repair damaged nerve cells. Essentially, he did everything short of promising the world the chance at eternal life. Amazing, right? Well, no, apparently his findings were just straight-up fabricated.

That being said, the documentary doesn’t simply depict the researcher as a caricature of a sleazy, lying scoundrel. Aditya Thayi and company do indeed acknowledge that in 1999, Hwang did successfully manage to clone a whole dairy cow. An achievement that lent some credence to South Korea and the world’s trust that Hwang might have been able to do the impossible. It’s a tragic case of flying too close to the sun. There are a whole lot more disturbing details to this case of scientific fraud, though and we soon learn about how far Hwang went to prove himself.

Cloning isn’t the process of merely grabbing some random organic matter, putting it in a science oven and making a new living organism. Rather it’s a delicate process of removing the nucleus of an egg, which stores the genetic information of a cell and replacing it with the nucleus of your clone subject before trying to stimulate it to replicate through electricity. You’ve all probably heard of the famous case of Dolly, the cloned sheep. For years, there have been debates surrounding the ethics of cloning. Issues were raised about where the line is drawn and the creepier implications of possibly creating intelligent life. It’s all very morally grey.

Do you know what’s not morally grey? Coercing your students into providing their ova so you can continue to try to have a medical breakthrough. It’s clearly a black-and-white case here! Dubbed the “Hwang Affair”, the controversy surrounding his research eventually led to him being fired from Seoul National University and imprisoned for 2 years. In spite of its runtime of approximately an hour and a half, “King of Clones” chronicles the rise and fall of one of South Korea’s top minds without ever much fluff or filler.

This is in large part due to the fact that there were so many parties willing to collaborate in discussing the matter, including the man himself, Hwang Woo-suk. So many times, documentaries like “Ghislaine Maxwell: Filthy Rich” rely heavily on secondary and tertiary sources to form the narrative threads of the story they’re trying to tell. While we don’t doubt the sincerity of their testimonies, they often lack some of the more explosive power of hearing it from the horse’s mouth. Hwang being heavily featured in “King of Clones” provides an added dimension to the documentary.

We don’t have to rely on intelligent (and sometimes not so salient) guesses on what the person was thinking at the time throughout the events. Hwang has admitted on camera that what he did was wrong and that he’s trying to move on from the shadow of his past to try to be a better man and scientist. There is a haunting segment at the end in which Hwang visits Pastor Kim Jea Un who embraces him as the both of them enter into a church. It concludes with Hwang questioning viewers and the public whether or not humans should have the right to play God.

The heavy themes and complicated subject matter of “King of Clones” are thankfully presented with plenty of easy-to-follow illustrations backed up by qualified experts speaking on the matter. There are moments when some of the comic-book panel sequences with voice-overs do undermine the gravity of the situation but the effort is still appreciated. Our biggest gripe with the whole documentary is the choice of the title. “King of Clones”? Are you serious? You decide to make a relatively respectable accounting of one of the greatest scientific scandals of all time and you decided to take a page out of the anime-naming convention? Ridiculous.

With a captivating story and clever presentation, Netflix’s “King of Clones” never has to compromise between its nuanced, winding subject for cheap, true-crime thrills. The issue of cloning is still a hotly contested one to this day in the scientific community and while “King of Clones” won’t do much to break the gridlock, it does a fantastic job of empowering the viewers with enough know-how to be involved in the conversation. If you’ve ever wondered how stem-cell research and cloning work and you’re not in the mood to scroll through the Wikis, this one’s for you!

You can now catch “King of Clones” on Netflix today!

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With a captivating story and clever presentation, Netflix's "King of Clones" never has to compromise between its nuanced, winding subject for cheap, true-crime thrills. The issue of cloning is still a hotly contested one today in the scientific community and while "King of Clones" won't do much to break the gridlock, it does a fantastic job of empowering the viewers with enough know-how to be involved in the conversation.


(UPDATE) #RiseOfTheLegend: New Biopic To Be Based On Lee Chong Wei’s Life Story

Local director Teng Bee’s upcoming film is a must-watch for all Datuk Lee Chong Wei fans :)

Based on the success story of our national badminton hero, “Rise Of The Legend” (败者为王), will be produced by C8 Pictures along with Mahu Pictures on a RM4.5 million budget. The film is expected for release in 2018. The biopic will revolve around Lee’s life and his relationship with his family.

In speaking about the film, Teng Bee, who also directed “Kepong Gangster” in 2012, said that he and his team spent 3 years trying to convince the shuttler to let them make the film, adding that there will be a nationwide audition to search for the right actor to play Lee.

“3 years ago, we came up with a concept about making a biopic about him. And it took us 3 years to finally get his approval,” said the director at the film’s contract signing ceremony on Tuesday (18th October).

Although it’s uncertain whether the athlete would make a special cameo appearance in the film, we’re equally excited for its release anyway.

Born in Perak, Datuk Lee Chong Wei was discovered by Misbun Sidek and he was drafted into the national squad when he was 17 years old. To date, the shuttler has participated in 3 Olympic Games in 2004, 2008, and 2012. It was recently recorded that he has the fastest smash in badminton history.

Yesterday (13th February), the production team behind “Rise Of The Legend” took to Facebook to announce a casting call. They will be seeking out suitable candidates to play the role of young Lee Chong Wei and other main characters.

The auditions will be held at 3 different locations: Permata Sports Complex in Penang (5th March), C&Y Sport Badminton Centre in Johor Bahru (11th March), and Pioneer Sport, Sunsuria Avenue in Kota Damansara (18th March).

For more information, follow the film’s Facebook page.


Teen Girl Gets Beat Up For Stealing In Penang; Video Goes Viral

A video of a girl getting beaten by a group of men at Tasek Gelugor, Penang has gone viral on social media.

Apparently, the 18-year-old teen attempted to steal jewellery from an old woman in her Kubang Menerong home. According to the police, the girl broke into the victim’s house with her male partner at around 9am on Wednesday (16th August).

“While the victim was changing, the suspect hit her head with a wooden stick and tried to steal the jewellery she was wearing. The victim was scared, so she screamed for help,” the police said.

So while the girl tried to escape, the old woman’s relatives caught and beat her outside of the house. They then captured the 21-year-old male suspect, who hid under the victim’s bed. Moreover, the case is being investigated under Section 394 of the Penal Code for voluntarily causing hurt in committing robbery.

As at time of writing, the viral clip has been viewed over 36,000 times.

In the video, a couple of men are seen punching and pulling the girl’s hair and clothes. Although she committed a crime, many netizens commented she shouldn’t be treated with such violence.

One Facebook user commented, “The guys seem to be molesting the girl rather than making sure she doesn’t escape. Can even see her bra and underwear.” Meanwhile, another netizen wrote, “Double standard is all I see.”

Sources: Sinchew, We are Malaysians’ Facebook page / Featured image: Facebook video screenshot.

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#JemAndTheHolograms: Universal Pictures Releases First Official Trailer

The official trailer for “Jem and the Holograms” is finally here, and it’s.. not that glamorous?

Universal Pictures released the trailer of the movie during the screening of “Pitch Perfect 2“, and it is not what fans have been expecting.

Fans were expecting to see lots of glitter and bizarre action from the trailer as the original ’80s animated TV show of the same name focused on Jerrica Benton, a young lady who adopts the persona of Jem and becomes the lead singer of rock group “Jem and the Holograms” with the help of a holographic computer named Synergy. As the series progressed, multiple rivals can be seen trying to sabotage the group’s performance and unmask the identity of Jem, all in an exaggerated manner.

However, with dialogues such as “At some point we all wish we could just become someone else” and “Everyone has a secret identity, which one is the real you?”, the adaptation completely reinvented the storyline.

Director Jon M. Chu previously revealed in an interview that the remake is “actually about a group of young people who are going to be inundated with this idea of fame and fortune and products and stuff.” Benton, or Jem, will be going through an identity crisis which ends up in a self-discovery process instead.

As a small-town girl catapults from underground video sensation to global superstar, she and her 3 sisters begin a one-in-a-million journey of discovering that some talents are too special to keep hidden. In Universal Pictures’ Jem and the Holograms, 4 aspiring musicians will take the world by storm when they see that the key to creating your own destiny lies in finding your own voice.

The movie stars Aubrey Peeples as the titular character while Stefanie Scott, Hayley Kiyoko, and Aurora Perrineau portrays her bandmates/family, Kimber Benton, Aja Leith, and Shana Elmsford respectively.

The movie is slated for release on 23rd October 2015.


Capital City: 3 Highlights About Malaysia’s Biggest Indoor Theme Park

Following the announcement of the world’s longest water slide in Malaysia and the launch of The Rift (Virtual Reality (VR)/ Augmented Reality (AR) theme park), there’s another new attraction called Capital City.

Said to be Malaysia’s biggest indoor theme park, Capital City is also a resort and a shopping mall. The Capital World Limited-owned theme park recently made its concept launch at Jalan Tampo, Johor Bahru over the weekend.

The Capital City Indoor Theme Park will be an interactive venue that won’t just appeal to the children but also adults. “We believe the indoor theme park will be able to draw greater footfall to our mall as Capital City will be transformed into a one-stop entertainment hub and shopping haven in the heart of Johor Bahru,” said Siow Chien Fu, executive director and CEO of Capital World.

One of the main draws here is MCM Studio, which is also the 5th largest indoor theme park in the world. Situated on the 3rd and 4th levels of the mall, MCM Studio features 3 different concept studios – Movie Planet, Cartoon Planet and Music Planet. Each section will provide visitors with unique experience depending on the planet on different floors.

Details about MCM Studio’s 3 main sections are as follows:

In addition to the theme park, the shopping complex will also 3 retail floors – each with its own thematic zones. These zones include elements from 5 different continents: America, Europe, Australia, Asia, as well as Middle East. That’s not all, there are also 2 hotels in development –  Hilton Garden Inn and Planet Hotel.

Capital City is expected to be fully ready by August this year while the 2 aforementioned hotels will probably open in 2019.

Sources: Channel News Asia, Info Pub, The Edge Markets.

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Homestay Operator In Ipoh Fined RM10,000 For Filming Guests Nude

Oh dear! A homestay operator in Ipoh was fined RM10,000 for filming his guests nude in the bathroom 3 years ago.

The culprit, identified as 45-year-old Lim Lai Heng, was accused of insulting the modesty of 8 guests by using a mini CCTV in an upstairs bathroom at Ipoh Garden Homestay at 31, Jalan Pekeliling Tasek, Canning Garden between 2.30pm and 11.30pm on 24th July 2014.

His victims, 5 of whom were females, were aged between 17 and 53 at the time of the incident.

According to The Star, Lim pleaded guilty at the High Court yesterday (3rd August). DPP Nurul Azriah Zaid said the horrible ordeal has traumatised the victims. She said in a statement, “The faces of the victims were clearly seen in the recordings. (One of the female victims) She was crying when the recording was shown in court during the trial.”

Nurul also said that Lim’s actions created fear among would-be customers of homestays and affected the industry as a whole, adding that letting him off on a mere fine would not serve public interest.

However, defence counsel Dexter Mah told the court that his client was a first-time offender and ought to be given a second chance. “It’s a silly, stupid mistake. Who hasn’t made a mistake?” he told the press.

Be wary of your surroundings at all times, folks. Be sure to check your accommodation thoroughly while you’re on holiday.


#ZoukKLGoesBig: A Sneak Peek (Pictures) At The Making Of The New #ZoukKL

The clock’s a-tickin’ and the date is drawing near, but to be perfectly honest, we’re not ready to say goodbye to the current Zouk Club KL yet. With one more finale party happening in a couple of days, emotions are running high as Malaysian partygoers gather to say goodbye to the club at its old venue.

And if you’re anything like us (anxious, worried, and excited all rolled into one), perhaps a sneak peek at the new club will help “soften the blow” ;)

436 Jalan Tun Razak – lathes is the address which many a nocturnal creature will soon flock to.

From looking for Zouk KL’s new home 3 years ago, to finding one, and then conceptualising and developing it into Malaysia’s most expensive nightspot at RM38 million, the year-long building and construction saw a team of professionals from Malaysia, Singapore, the UK, and the US piecing everything together as workers toiled tirelessly, adding beams and columns to construct the interlocking spaces and support structures in the laborious yet intricate process of completing what is now the world beneath the magnificent roof of the new Zouk KL.

Taking that first step into the new Zouk KL is like enterting a labyrinth, but wonder gives way to enlightenment as you begin to make sense of the structure – the different use of textures, colours and design defining the surrounding. You feel the energy and presence of each connecting space as the shapes come together.

Check out more pictures of the new superclub in the gallery below:

Meanwhile, don’t forget to rock up to Zouk Club KL on 25th July as the milestone event will mark the finale of “Lights Out, Move Out” for Velvet Underground and Zouk Cafe Bar – as well as for the current Zouk Club Kuala Lumpur complex, as the curtain comes down for the final time.

Revellers attending the “Lights Out, Move Out” farewell party can also sign up for launch invites to the new Zouk at TREC and Zouk Club Kuala Lumpur’s membership. There will also be a sneak peek of the new club that would be screened on this night. To add on, for the first 200 early birds – a limited-edition Zouk KL T-shirt.

And don’t forget to check out the massive August roster for the new Zouk Club KL! We can’t wait :)

For more information, hit up TREC’s official website or Zouk Club KL’s interim website.

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(EXCLUSIVE) #Tesco: One Malaysian’s “Maggots In My Cereal!” Fiasco

It started out as any ordinary day for Felicia Chin – she woke up, got out of bed, did her morning routine of washing up and all that jazz, and was just about to have some good ol’ breakfast cereal from Tesco Malaysia when she was rudely interrupted by a disgusting find.

According to Felicia, she poured some Tesco Finest* Seven Nut Granola (“Carefully Selected For Superb Flavour”, it says on the box) into a bowl. Initially, she got a whiff of something amiss but thought it was just the smell of stale nuts. So she continued to dunk the Tesco Finest* Seven Nut Granola cereal into her bowl, only to have dozens of live and squirming maggots staring back at her. What’s worse is that the maggots were the same colour as the nutty granola so had she not poured the cereal first before the milk, well, the end result would’ve been more catastrophic.

We first saw her post on her Facebook page and decided to ask her what happened. At that point, she said she had already contacted Tesco Malaysia and was awaiting their response. According to her, she was giving Tesco Malaysia an opportunity to respond to her and to do something about this horrifying experience that she has had with one of the many products that they carry in their store.

By the way, the Tesco Finest range of products are the slightly more premium ones, made with more “superior” ingredients and in some cases, designed/recommended by top chefs. Of course, people usually pay a more premium price for these products.

After almost an entire day (morning till evening), Felicia got back to us. Here’s her account of what happened:

Fancy some extra protein in your breakfast cereal? Well, that was my unpleasant morning surprise. I found myself staring at dozens of live and squirming maggots in my granola. Brand? Tesco Finest* Seven Nut Granola, that was delivered to my doorstep yesterday.

When I opened the packaging, I got a whiff of something amiss, but passed it off as the smell of stale nuts. I continued to dunk the granola into my bowl, and to my horror I spotted wriggling movements. Mind you, the maggots were the same color as the nutty granola. Had the milk been poured in first, I would be chomping away happily…unaware of the extra protein bits! It sure was the “finest” bowl of granola I’ve seen, with new and improved ingredients.

Taking a closer look at the rest of the package, I discovered several winged-insects fluttering in the plastic bag with more maggots crawling about.

So I called Tesco’s head office only to have my call transferred 4 times because no one knew how to address my complaint–subsequently directing me to several people who could not help. Finally, someone gave me a 1-300 number to call. I did.

After several back-and-forth phone conversations with the customer rep and relaying parts of information in bits, this was the conclusion: 1. Sorry, let us replace the product. 2. Don’t throw the package of granola away. 3. When can we replace the product for you?

I explained that, I expect more than just a replacement product or a refund. I said, “Do something about it! I’m not going to just accept a replacement.”

At this point, incensed, I asked for the manager in charge because she said there is nothing else she can do. Somehow she refused to give me the manager’s name.

My biggest concern is that the entire batch of (potentially) maggot-ridden granola, still on the shelves at Tesco, might be scooped up by unassuming customers. They may not inspect the granola as carefully as I did.

Finally, a manager called me apologising for the situation. Apparently, he had to check with headquarters about what steps to take. I asked him if he had checked the Tesco granola on the shelves yet. He replied, “Nope, but will do so later.” Bear in mind, there is a 6-hour lapse since I had first made my complaint known. Still no one checked the stock on the shelves!

I’m looking forward to see what they will do about this complaint. Do you think a replacement/refund is fair compensation? What if we had poured the granola in a bowl for our children without doing a double take? I shudder just thinking about it.

Moral of the story: Please pay attention to what you put in your mouth. No matter how hungry you are. Take a second; stare at your food; analyse the contents. Make sure it is safe for consumption, regardless of how “fine” they say the ingredients are.

She has also provided us a video of the said bowl of cereal.

Gosh, we got goosebumps from watching the above video!

Also, after reading her account, it’s easy to see why Felicia didn’t to just settle for a replacement since it’d probably come from the same shelves. Furthermore, during the 6-hour timeframe (from first complaint to her conversation with the manager), nobody made a move to check the rest of the Tesco Finest* Seven Nut Granola boxes of cereal? How many more people have purchased the same boxes of cereal?

More important, how do we know when it’s really safe to purchase the same Tesco Finest* Seven Nut Granola off the shelves of Tesco Malaysia’s stores?

“Carefully Selected For Superb Flavour”, indeed.

Apparently, this is not “new”. Another Malaysian netizen left the following comment on Facebook to say that he too has previously experienced something similar to the above maggots “find”. In his case, it was the Tesco Finest* pasta product:

We’re guessing it’s not just the cereal shelves then? Maybe Tesco Malaysia needs to get in some help from pest control?

Has anyone else experienced similar issues like this? Let us know in the comment box below.

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Robert Downey Jr: No Plans For #IronMan4 But Involved In Other Marvel Film

Oh so confusing! Now the “Iron Man” lead Robert Downey Jr is saying that “Iron Man 4” is not happening.

Yeah you heard that right. It’s not happening, contrary to what he said during The Ellen Show. But we figured that he was probably tired of the talk about “Iron Man 4” and jokingly confirmed the possible return of the film.

Thus, the actor later made an appearance on “Late Show with David Letterman” to clarify that the studio has other plans for the Iron Man instead.

There’s no script for “Iron Man 4”, but they do have a plan and I think they’re gonna announce it. You know, [Marvel’s] very secretive about it.

When asked about whether or not there will be an “Iron Man 4” again, the actor denied it and said he might do “other stuff with Marvel”, indicating that the studio is trying to keep him with a new contract.

With only 2 films left in the contract (“Avengers: Age of Ultron” and “Avengers 3“), it seems like it may take a while to confirm the possibility of the actor returning as Iron Man as he is still in negotiations with Marvel to make a new deal.


#JuicecoMY: Bollywood Actress Kareena Kapoor Is Coming To Malaysia

Bollywood fans, we’ve got some good news for you!

Kareena Kapoor will be gracing us with her presence next month. The gorgeous actress is going to make an appearance at Juiceco Malaysia’s launch in Jalan Telawi, Bangsar.

Best known for starring in “Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, the 36-year-old actress has starred in numerous blockbuster Bollywood films such as “Dev”, “Omkara”, “Jab We Met”, “We Are Family”, “3 Idiots”, and “Bajrangi Bhaijaan”. Furthermore, she is married to Indian film actor and producer Sajid Ali Khan.

Besides acting, she is a stage performer and has contributed as a co-author to 3 books – an autobiographical memoir and 2 nutrition guides. She has also launched her own clothing line in association with the retail chain Globus.

Juiceco, a venture by Vitamin Palace Group which has been around for more than 2 decades, is set to open Malaysia’s largest juice store in Bangsar. The beverage brand prepares over 300 types of juices and smoothies and specialises in a wide variety of nutritious drinks and fruit-based dishes.

Juiceco will also be giving away 40 passes to fans to meet and greet Kareena Kapoor. Visit juiceco.com.my for more details.

Source: The Hive/ Featured image: Juiceco Malaysia’s Facebook page.


#MTVMusicEvo: Witnessing The Best Of Hip Hop Music Gathered Under One Roof

In recent years, hip hop artistes have been at the forefront of the music industry. The popularity of rap music showed how the hip hop culture has evolved since its early inception in 1960s. Though its subgenre, “gangsta rap”, raised one too many eyebrows in society, hip hop music nonetheless kept the energy pumping all night at the first-ever MTV Music Evolution in Manila. The live music event is one of those rare concerts where the whole time we felt like we were truly witnessing history being made.

On 17th May (Sunday), over 22,000 music fans trodded to the historic Quirino Grandstand in Rizal Park where a stellar line-up of international and local acts were featured to showcase both iconic and contemporary hip hop music on a single stage.

Before they kicked off the event, a number of DJs, including Fil-Am spinmaster Q-York, kept the crowd pumped by dishing out a dope mix of old school hip hop music and chart-topping tracks. After the one-hour set, MTV Asia VJs Alan Wong and Hanli Hoefer came onstage alongside MTV Pinoy VJs Yassi Pressman and Chris Schneider to greet concert-goers and give away tonnes of exclusive MTV T-shirts. One lucky guy even won a GoPro Hero 4 through the Nestle Drumstick contest.

Just as darkness engulfed the night sky, Gloc-9, one of the most celebrated rappers in Philippines, emerged onstage and kicked off the event with his chart-topping singles, “Upuan” and “Sumayaw Ka”.

The rapper, who is a former member of iconic hip hop group Death Threat, has a number of great tracks under his belt, but his LGBT-themed song “Sirena” is a fan favourite as everyone raised their glow sticks and sang in unison. This was then followed by a heart-wrenching rendition of “Three Stars and A Sun”, which is said to be a tribute to Francis M., the country’s late “Master Rapper”.

As if that wasn’t enough to move fans to tears, Gloc-9 paid another tribute by performing Francis M.’s “Kaleidescope World”, which ended beautifully with a huge singalong.

Philippines’ hip hop act Abra, who is the youngest artiste out of the performers lineup, was the next to come onstage. The young rapper intensified the energy level by showcasing his sick, inimitable flow with a medley of 6 songs. His crew, Lyrically Deranged Poets (LDP), also joined him onstage and together they displayed a jaw-dropping performance.

He performed “Cerebus” together with Loonie and Ron Henley, which had the crowd cheering wild as it was aptly accompanied by a pyrotechnic display and a giant fireball at the end.

It has been a while since we’ve seen Grammy award-winning group Black Eyed Peas perform onstage as all 4 members have been busy working on their own solo careers. However, Filipino-American rapper Alp.de.ep made his way back to his home country to give us one of the best nights ever.

He first came onstage to perform a mash-up of “Hero We Go” and Philippines’ favourite “Bebot”. His “The Voice Asia” mentee Jessica Reynoso then made a surprise appearance to perform “Be” and got the party started with “I Got The Feeling”. Abra and Looney also joined them onstage to perform the crowd favourite “Where is The Love”.

Hailing all the way from Pennsylvania, iconic turntablist DJ Cash Money showed up on a lit-up geometric DJ booth that illuminated the centre of the stage. A cultural icon in the DJ world today, he put forth his undying love for hip hop by fusing new school flava and old school tunes into the mix.

Best known for pioneering scratch techniques, he got the crowd moving in unison amidst a spectacular display of lasers. The fantastic combination of iconic hip hop tunes also truly showed us how hip hop music has evolved over the years.

DJ Cash Money’s set was shortly followed by West Coast hip hop act YG and his crew, who gave us a taste of the West Coast gangsta rap. He brought the house down with a 15-song medley as he opened his set with “BPT” alongside DJ Goofy 500 and Slim 400. The trio had the crowd dancing wild when they performed YG’s smash hits from his debut album “My Krazy Life”.

At times, his set was a little too explicit and vulgar, but that didn’t stop the crowd from having fun and bobbing their heads to his hit singles like “My Hitta”, “Don’t Tell Em”, “Who Do U Love”, and “I Just Wanna Party”.

By the time YG finished his set, the crowd became noticeably excited because it was finally time for some real old school hip hop music. Iconic Grammy award-winning act Naughty by Nature took us through a hip hop time warp by performing some of their famous and timeless songs like “O.P.P.”, “Hip Hop Hooray”, “Uptown”, “Craziest”, and “Feel Me Flow”. Although this was their first time performing in the Philippines, they made sure that some hip hop knowledge was dropped and the 90s hip hop culture can be felt.

Naughty by Nature, who appeared on stage wearing custom-made shirts bearing the words “Filipino by Nature”, also expressed their support for Philippines boxer Manny Pacquiao. They further emphasised how hip hop carries on through generations before giving a toast to hip hop hero Tupac Shakur. Before closing their set, they performed a snippet of Francis M.’s “Kaleidescope World”, earning cheers from the crowd.

MTV Music Evolution 2015 wrapped up with all iconic and current hip hop artistes taking the stage just as there was a breathtaking explosion of confetti, with Naughty by Nature proclaiming alongside their fellow hip hop artistes, “This is history in the making!”

The free entry show was recorded live for global telecast under the MTV World Stage global series to an international audience of more than three-quarters of a billion households in over 160 countries. It will premiere on 30th May (Saturday) at 6pm (TH/WIB), 7pm (SG/PH), 8pm (MY). Viewers are advised to check local listings in other markets.

For more information, visit MTV Asia’s official Facebook page, Instagram, and Twitter.

Photos: MTV Asia/Ferdie Arquero/Kristian Dowling/Carla Barretto/Kris Rocha

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Hype’s Now Playing: EXO – Lotto

Do you wanna take your chances with EXO?

The boys from the extremely popular 9-member group are back! They released the music video for “Lotto” at 11pm last night (Wednesday, 17th August), alongside the repackaged album of the same name.

EXO started the teasing process just a week ago, releasing several black-and-white individual and group teaser photos of the members. SM Entertainment also explained that a total of 13 songs will be included in the album, with 4 never-before-heard numbers and 9 tracks from EXO’s 3rd studio album “EX’ACT”.

“Lotto” is described as “a hip-hop song (with) rhythmical bass”, and talks about the lucky feeling a person feels when they meet their significant other.

However, the music video tells a different story. It focuses on all 9 members of the group, who are portrayed as gamblers who have an addiction problem. The dark tone of the music video reminds us of “Monster“, and in a weird twist, the boys are seen breaking into a very secure prison to try and save a woman.

Don’t forget to watch the Chinese version too:

The physical album of “Lotto” is available in all major music stores, while the online version can be streamed through iTunes or Spotify.

For more info, visit EXO’s official website and Facebook page.


Is MBO Cinemas Closing Down For Good Because Of Covid-19?

Word on the street has it that MBO Cinemas (or MCAT Box Office Sdn Bhd) might be shutting down for good after suffering continuous losses due to the ongoing Movement Control Order (MCO) since it started back in March.

The Edge Markets was the first to break the news, and it was picked up by NST soon after. The Edge took note “on the intention of executing the liquidation process for MBO Cinemas“.

Liquidation often happens when the company/business is unable to pay off its creditors. As a result, its assets are sold off in order pay back its creditors. Back in August, Bernama quoted MBO Cinemas CEO Cheah Chun Wai on the cinema’s 55% drop in sales during the first 3 months of the Covid-19 outbreak. There were no sales during the following 3 months due to the MCO.

On Tuesday, MBO Cinemas posted an announcement informing its customers that 17 out of its 27 outlets in Malaysia are closed until further notice. The company did indicate that 5 cinemas in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor, as well as another in Sabah, are temporarily closed.

Facebook user Ken Goh commented, “In a market long dominated by two giants of the industry, you were a breath of fresh air, a shining light and absolute proof that things could’ve been better. You were the face of change for our cinema industry, and make things better you undoubtedly did.”

He added, “From the quality of your cinemas, to the customer service provided by your staff, to the ticket price points and the robust membership system, you were and always will be my first choice. Tis sadly the end of an era, but I hope this isn’t goodbye forever. Thank you for the good times MBO. You really were the best.”

MBO Cinemas has yet to release any statement regarding this issue.


#Otaku: World’s First “Otaku Summit” Opens In Chiba, Japan

You’ve seen the fans, but you’ve probably never really seen a throng of them up close and personal, and studied their behaviour while you’re at it. We’re talking about the “Otaku”.

Otaku (おたく/オタク) is a Japanese term for people with obsessive interests, commonly the anime and manga fandom. Its contemporary usage originated with Akio Nakamori’s 1983 essay in Manga Burikko.

The subculture, a central theme of various anime and manga works, documentaries and academic research, began in the 1980s as changing social mentalities and the nurturing of otaku traits by Japanese schools combined with the resignation of such individuals to become social outcasts. The subculture’s birth coincided with the anime boom, after the release of works like Mobile Suit Gundam before branched into Comic Market.

The definition of otaku subsequently became more complex, and numerous classifications of otaku emerged.

Otaku may be used as a pejorative; its negativity stems from the stereotypical view of otaku and the media’s reporting on Tsutomu Miyazaki, “The Otaku Murderer” or “The Little Girl Murderer”, in 1989.

Tsutomu Miyazaki was a Japanese serial killer, cannibal, and necrophile who abducted and murdered 4 young girls in Saitama and Tokyo Prefectures from August 1988 to June 1989. His crimes included vampirism and preservation of body parts as trophies, which shocked Saitama Prefecture, for the region had few crimes against children.

He was sentenced to death on 14th April 1997 and was later hanged on 17th June 2008.

According to studies published in 2013, the term has since become less negative, and an increasing number of people now self-identify as otaku. In fact, the culture of Otaku has grown into a major industry in Japan.

Furthermore, the economic impact of otaku has been estimated to be as high as ¥2 trillion ($18 billion). While it once carried a negative connotation, many Otaku are now proudly displaying their love for 2-dimensional heroes – while the number of foreign fans is also soaring.

It’s safe to say that it’s truly a Japanese phenomenon.

And now, Japan has opened what organisers are billing as the world’s first “Otaku” summit Saturday (28th March), drawing visitors from around the world as the country looks to boost the international fan base for Japanese comic books and anime.

So-called Otaku from at least 18 countries and territories, many dressed as their favourite anime characters, were converging on the Otaku Expo at a convention centre near Tokyo for the 2-day event.

23-year-old Briton Katie Carter, who turned up dressed as Usagi Tsukino, a character from the popular “Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon”, said that the Otaku culture is spreading worldwide “like a big snowball picking up a pace”. “This is amazing. There are so many people of different cultures coming together,” she told AFP.

28-year-old Expo visitor Valentino Notari said of the Otaku culture outside Japan, In my country, Italy, currently it’s a very big thing. It used to be much smaller, we used to be sort of outcasts when we started back then about 10 years ago, and now it’s becoming massive. It’s quite fun and nowadays everybody accepts it.”

Comic Market Committee co-chief Kahoru Yasuda said, “The number of foreign visitors has been increasing over recent years.”

The Expo is part of a special comic book fair held every 5 years, which attracts about half a million visitors. This year’s event marks the first time that groups from outside Japan are invited. About 4 dozen overseas Otaku groups were expected to attend.

Sources: Otaku Wikipedia, AFP via Yahoo! News, NST Online / Featured image from AFP.

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#EatToDestress: 6 Types Of Stress-Beating Healthy Foods That Pack A Punch!

“When you’re stressed, there’s a battle being fought inside you.”

We don’t usually write posts like these aside from our food listicles (read: eat clean food delivery services, where to get the best waffles, etc.) but we thought that this topic would be pretty apt for our readers. You know, considering the fact that most of your are from the studying or working crowd and you can identify with one thing – stress.

When faced with daily conundrums and pressure, there are lots that you can do to take your mind off things such as watching a movie, listening to music, going for a staycation, pigging out on ice cream, and the works. Eating, especially, is known to relieve stress, especially if what you’re eating is your favourite food aka “comfort food”.

But for most people, “comfort food” (sweets, chocolates, potato chips, donuts, and other junk food) can be unhealthy. Worse yet, for some people, stress drives them to overeat or eat unhealthy foods which, in turn, trigger physiological changes that can make their mood worse.

So maybe it’s about picking the right kind of foods in times of “stress management” needs, eh? Besides, someone with a healthy and balanced diet is likely to be far less stressed than someone with a poor diet. Rethink your “comfort food” and try these for taste instead:

It’s hard to be stress/sad when there are chocolates! Research have indicated that chocolates may lower levels of stress hormones. Dark chocolates, in particular, is known to lower blood pressure, adding to a feeling of calm. It contains more polyphenols and flavonols (2 important types of antioxidants) than some fruit juices. You can safely allow yourself to indulge in dark chocolates as a snack but keep your portions in check because dark chocolates or not, too much of anything is bad.

When we’re stressed, our bodies need vitamin C and antioxidants to help repair and protect cells. You’ve probably been told a hundred times over but there’s a reason why orange juice is part of the breakfast of champions – because it’s a vitamin C powerhouse. Vitamin C is known to lower blood pressure and the stress hormone cortisol, which results in calming your frazzled nerves. For a quick burst of vitamin C, eat a whole orange or drink a glass of orange juice (without added sugar).

Nuts are great snacks and they’re so easy to store in your office drawers (you know, where you hide all your “secret stash”). Cashews are an especially good source of zinc (a 1-ounce serving has 11% of your RDA) and low levels of zinc have been linked to both anxiety and depression. Alternatively, you could get some stress-relief munching on almonds, which are rich in vitamins B2 and E. Both of these nutrients help bolster the immune system during times of stress. Just a quarter cup of almonds each day does the trick.

Blueberries have some of the highest levels of an antioxidant known as anthocyanin, and they’ve been linked to all kinds of positive health outcomes, including sharper cognition. But all berries, including strawberries, raspberries, and blackberries, are rich in vitamin C, which has been shown to be helpful in combating stress. Just a handful pack a powerful punch of stress-busters. Here’s a tip: Stick ’em blueberries in the freezer and you’ll get your nibble-worthy cold berry snack!

We cannot say enough how a warm cup of tea is perhaps one of the most “sure win” ways of beating stress. Especially chamomile tea. A study from the University of Pennsylvania tested chamomile supplements on 57 participants with generalised anxiety disorder for 8 weeks and found it led to a significant drop in anxiety symptoms. Green tea, too, is a great stress-reducing agent as researchers think theanine (an amino acid present in these tea varieties) may work synergistically with caffeine to improve attention and focus. To reap the benefits, the study’s results suggest drinking 5 – 6 (8-ounce) cups of tea daily.

One kiwi contains more than 85% of the daily recommended amount of vitamin C, and that’s good news for your stress levels. Vitamin C actually helps reduce your body’s production of stress hormones while boosting your immune function (so much the better for warding off stress-induced illness). Also, the good thing is that kiwis are relatively easy to eat i.e. no peeling or de-seeding needed. Just stick ’em in your fridge at home or in the office for a while then cut them in half and scoop away with a spoon!

Meanwhile, if you need more help in ensuring that your clean eating plan is on track, check out some of our favourite #eatclean apps.

Sources: Food Network, Mercola, Health.com, Men’s Fitness, eatingwell.com, Women’s Health, Prevention.


(UPDATE) #SuicideSquad: Cara Delevingne, Jared Leto & More Circling Film’s Key Roles

Before Warner Bros could even finish the filming for “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice“, speculations were already running wild over the casting of the DC Cinematic Universe.

The one that stands out the most is, of course, their first antihero film “Suicide Squad“.

Based on the original DC Comic, Suicide Squad is a group of supervillains who find themselves going on a most unlikely mission for a shot at redemption. The Suicide Squad film was first announced last month when Warner Bros announced its full movie slate for DC Comics films. At that time, the studio only announced that “Fury” director David Ayer is set to direct the film, based on Justin Marks’ screenplay. No details were provided about its plot and cast but the film is slated for release on 5th Aug 2016.

While everything is still kept under wraps, rumour has it that “Dallas Buyers Club” actor Jared Leto will appear in the film as one of Batman’s arch enemies, The Joker.

According to The Wrap, the frontman of Thirty Seconds to Mars is in talks to play a key role in “Suicide Squad”, which is said to be The Joker. It came as no surprise as Leto previously earned himself an Oscar earlier this year for his breakthrough performance in “Dallas Buyers Club”. He even went on a major transformation for his role as John Lennon’s killer, Mark Chapman, for “Chapter 27″ too.

Both Warner Bros and Jared Leto’s reps refused to respond to the rumour and it was reported that The Joker did not appear in the original draft of the screenplay. However, it seems like the director is looking to apply some changes to the script by including The Joker in the film. An insider told The Wrap that the role was originally sought after by Ryan Gosling but he later pulled himself out of the deal that comes with options for multiple movies.

Leto is not the only rumoured cast in the film as “Now You See Me” star Jesse Eisenberg is also rumoured to play another Batman arch enemy, Lex Luthor. It was also reported that Tom Hardy, Will Smith, and Margot Robbie are in various stages of discussions to play unspecified roles in “Suicide Squad”. British model/actress Cara Delevingne also sparked speculations about her role in the film after she posted an Instagram picture of Joker’s girlfriend, Harley Quinn.

At this point, none of the actors mentioned in the reports are confirmed to play the key roles in the film since Warner Bros has not given a response to all the rumours. Besides, Jared Leto was also earlier rumoured to play Dr Stephen Strange in Marvel’s “Doctor Strange”, but that was quickly debunked because “Sherlock” star, Benedict Cumberbatch is in final negotiations to portray the Sorcerer Supreme.

What do you think about the rumours? We know both Jack Nicholson and the late Heath Ledger did incredibly good jobs in portraying The Joker but if the rumours are true, will Jared Leto surprise us with an outstanding portrayal of the villain as well? He definitely has big shoes to fill!

Scratch Cara Delevingne off the list of actors who are supposed to be play Harley Quinn.

Earlier last week, it was rumoured that the British model will be playing the psychiatrist-turned-villain but now it has been reported that another actress will be taking up the role instead. Unnamed sources have told The Collider that Margot Robbie who was close to signing on the film will be the one to portray Joker’s girlfriend instead.

Nothing else has been reported yet but this will be the first time Harley Quinn has ever been portrayed on the big screen. The character has previously been portrayed by Mia Sara in “Birds of Prey” TV series and Cassidy Alexa in “Arrow” TV series.

The female villain first appeared in “Batman: The Animated Series” and she was a psychiatrist (real name: Harleen Quinzel) interning at Arkham Asylum. She became fascinated with the Joker and volunteered to analyse the Joker. However, she became hopelessly in love with him that even the sight of her badly injured lover drove her insane. Thus, she decided to don a jester costume to become the Joker’s sidekick. She also gained her immunity to poisons and toxins after becoming a friend of supervillain Poison Ivy.

Having wrapped up the filming for “Focus” and “Z for Zachariah”, Margot Robbie is definitely an actress to watch out for after her outstanding performance as Leonardo DiCarprio’s wife in “The Wolf of Wall Street”. Besides, the Aussie actress has also signed on to star in various films including “The Taliban Shuffle”, “Tarzan” and “The Mountain Between Us”.

When it comes to the casting of Harley Quinn, who else do you have in mind? Let us know what you think in the comments box below!

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#Korea: South Korea Blasts BIGBANG’s “Bang, Bang, Bang” Into North Korea As Propaganda

The recent upbeat BIGBANG hit, “Bang, Bang, Bang” (뱅뱅뱅), was on the playlist when South Korea restarted propaganda broadcasts into the North – amongst others.

As North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un celebrated his birthday, giant banks of loudspeakers blasted the musical serenade across the border, together with messages criticising Kim’s regime and extolling the virtues of democracy.

The broadcasts, which have infuriated Pyongyang in the past, were resumed in response to the North’s latest nuclear test on Wednesday (6th January 2016). The speakers are currently set up at 11 different locations along the border and each broadcastings will last 3 – 4 hours several times a day at random times.

“We have selected a diverse range of the most recent popular hits to make it interesting,” a defence ministry official said in a briefing for local reporters on Friday (8th January 2016).

The songs and lyrics covered an eclectic range of styles and subjects, with contributions from the likes of A-list boy band BIGBANG and the girl band GFriend.

BIGBANG’s slightly raunchy dance hit with its “Like you’ve been shot/Bang Bang Bang” chorus, contrasted with the more plaintive tone of GFriend’s offering – sample lyric: “We’re both so shy/But I wanna go closer to you.”

The ministry gave no indication that the songs had been chosen with the intention of sending any underlying message to the North.

Hmm, we wonder what BIGBANG thinks of all this though!

Sources: AFP via Yahoo! News, akp / Featured image from akp.


BLACKPINK’s KL Concert Tickets Will Be Sold At These 7 Locations On 12:12

Get cash ready Blinks, BLACKPINK’s Malaysian concert tickets will go on sale tomorrow.

Concert organiser MacpiePro has just announced the 7 venues that K-pop fans can make their purchases if they’re not buying online. In case you forgot, online ticket sales will go live at 12pm tomorrow (Wednesday, 12th December 2018).

The 7 locations are divided into 4 hotspots within Klang Valley and another 3 venues outside of Klang Valley. They are:

P/s: Do note that any enquiries should be made to MacpiePro and not the aforementioned meeting points above.

For more info on BLACKPINK’s ticketing prices and seating plan, go here.


China’s Weibo Censors “Big Yellow Duck”s

China blocked the search terms “big yellow duck” and “June 4” and even “today” on social media network Weibo on June 4th, the 24th anniversary of Tiananmen Square massacre, after a meme of the iconic “Tank Man” photo popped up and was shared widely.

The picture (as above) shows a defiant citizen staring down a line of big yellow toy ducks instead of tanks, and is a tongue-in-cheek reference to the famous 1989 pro-democracy image of protest.

Authorities are always quick to clamp down on any online acitivity and discussion related to the violent 1989 crackdown in Tianenman Square. Searching banned terms on Weibo return a message which reads “According to relevant laws, statutes and policies,” the results of the search “cannot be shown.”

However, Chinese netizens turned to clever imagery to evade censorship, embedding their comments on the 24th anniversary in meme-like pictures, which are harder for automatic censors to detect. Along with the duck image, a LEGO reenactment of the Tank Man image was posted on the Chinese website, Netease, before being taken down:

An Angry Birds version also circulated briefly on Weibo before it was removed, and a numeric reference to the anniversary, the number “64” lasted as one of the top searches on Weibo before it too was blacklisted. Along with online dissent, protestors in Hong King organised a campaign on Twitter to urge people to wear black tee-shirts as a sign of protest.

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Google Releases Supposed “Treasure Map”

So, it seems that Google have saved us the trouble of looking for elusive rainbows. The company is asking millions of users to hunt for buried treasure using a new pirate-style “treasure mode” on its maps.

According to Mike Pegg (Google’s marketing manager):

The map is rumoured to contain the clues to Captain Kidd’s long lost treasure, however the map contains encrypted symbols and codes and is not readily decipherable.

Therefore, we’re introducing treasure mode on Google Maps and inviting the whole world to come together in the search for clues.

They even posted a video on YouTube explaining how Street View’s “underwater team” discovered a chest containing lost maps belonging to a certain pirate William “Captain” Kidd during an expedition to the Indian Ocean. The video explains how hidden treasure symbols can be unearthed on the maps, which have been digitised by a special 3D nanoscanner.

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5 Things About Marvel Studios’ “Hawkeye” Before The Finale

We’re almost approaching the finale of Marvel Studios’ “Hawkeye“, and things are gearing up towards even more explosive thrills! The original new series has introduced a fun new dynamic duo in former Avenger Clint Barton and his biggest fan Kate Bishop, who are thrown together to unravel a criminal conspiracy tied to Clint’s past – all while he’s trying to get home to his family in time for Christmas.

Starring Jeremy Renner as Clint and Hailee Steinfeld as Kate, Hawkeye is streaming exclusively on Disney+ Hotstar now, with new episodes released every Wednesday. Go behind the scenes and learn more about Marvel Studios’ newest sharpshooting superhero duo with these five fun facts about the series.

“Hawkeye” is fifth series in the Marvel Cinematic Universe to be released on Disney+ Hotstar (following the Emmy-nominated “WandaVision“, “The Falcon and the Winter Soldier“, “Loki” and the critically acclaimed “What If…?“) and the first to be set during the holiday season. With Christmas lights twinkling in the background and familiar Christmas tunes playing, Hawkeye takes holiday fun to a whole new level with quintessential Marvel humour, action and heart.

Ten years after his first appearance in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (in Marvel Studios’ “Thor” in 2011), Clint Barton has finally taken centre-stage – but his past will form the root of this latest series, according to Bert, one half of the directing team Bert & Bertie, who helm three of Hawkeye’s six episodes. “He suffered great loss, both in the blip and when he lost Natasha,” she says. “That set up a very interesting emotional starting point for us: to move forward, Clint would have to relinquish his past to let someone new in. So the depth we were able to mine in his character was a beautiful challenge, and in the hands of a multi-talented actor like Jeremy, we knew the fans would not be disappointed.”

As a Golden Globe- and Academy Award-nominated actor, multi-platinum recording musician, and producer, Hailee Steinfeld joins the MCU as a force to be reckoned with, but her character Kate Bishop is equally skilled. Director Bert says Kate Bishop is the perfect counter to Clint Barton. “She is full of rookie energy; she’s feisty and strong-willed with a deep desire to prove herself. Hers is a refreshing confidence that we don’t always get to explore in female characters.”

Much like his character Clint becomes a mentor for Kate, Jeremy Renner helped Hailee Steinfeld settle into her new role as a new Marvel hero. Renner says, “I took on the role of shepherding her into how Marvel Studios works—all the stunts, the chaos of schedules—there’s always a lot going on. I tried to protect her as much as I could, and she just fell into trust with me. I have absolute respect and love and admiration and trust in her. You have to have that, I feel, for true art to exist. We had to trust each other and just go for it.”

Steinfeld agrees, “He was wonderful in showing me the ropes and collaborating with me in finding this amazing dynamic between Clint and Kate. It’s been really fun.”

Early on in the series, Kate Bishop unabashedly declares herself – to Hawkeye himself, no less – as the world’s greatest archer. Like her character, Steinfeld went through extensive and varied training. “I started training in Los Angeles on the stunt side of things with my dad, who is a personal trainer—the best in the game, if I do say so myself.”

Steinfeld was also supported by the stunt team, led by stunt coordinator/trainer/double Heidi Moneymaker, who’s doubled for Scarlett Johansson’s Black Widow since “Iron Man 2”. Says Steinfeld of Moneymaker, “A lot of times, a fight sequence looks incredibly intricate and very overwhelming and intimidating, but it’s nice to have somebody that believes in you and pushes you. Heidi and the entire stunt team always made me feel very safe, which is important.”

From gods to super soldiers to billionaire philanthropists, the MCU has plenty of superheroes – but Jeremy Renner, who has now portrayed Hawkeye seven times, believes his character might be the most relatable. “Everyone aside from Clint and Natasha has superpowers. That alone establishes a kind of everyman quality, but then you throw in the fact that he has family and changes diapers all while slinging arrows, and I think it redefines what a Super Hero can be.”

Director Rhys Thomas who helms three episodes, finds Hawkeye’s subtle approach to heroism shows the strength in his character. “Like all the best heroes, he’s unassuming. He has no super power to hide behind or protect him. He’s an ordinary guy with an extraordinary skill, but it’s not as though that skill marked him as a guy who would help save the world. He’s good with a bow and arrow. His weakness—the side of his identity that’s wrapped in guilt and fear for those he loves—is something we can all relate to. How he deals with it and keeps coming back for more is what makes him Hawkeye.”

Catch up on the series now and be sure not to miss the series finale, releasing on 22nd December for an explosive Christmastime adventure!

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#BloodRunner2015: Unleashes The Werewolves; Runners Show No Fear

Arrwhhoooo!! BloodRunner 2015 flags off over 2,000 runners into a chilling yet thrilling experience.

On 31st July 2015 (Friday) werewolves came out to play as local experiential agency, Sw1tch Strategies Sdn Bhd hosted Asia’s first ever werewolf-themed urban obstacle night race.

Supported by Malaysia Major Events (MME), a division of Malaysia Convention & Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB), an agency under the Ministry of Tourism and Culture, Malaysia (MoTAC), it brought together participants and spectators alike for a spine chilling night of fun.

BloodRunner 2015 officially kicked off at 10pm with 5-minute intervals in between each wave.

Proving to be a 10 kilometre-long challenge around Putrajaya as runners underwent a series of obstacles that ushed them both physically and mentally. The first challenge, the Waterboy challenge, required runners to carry a tin canister of water each. Failure complete any of the obstacles will require runners to do 20 squats before being able to proceed with the race.

Apart from the Waterboy challenge, other obstacles includes:

The evening saw participants, their supporters, and the surrounding community enjoying festivities at the race site. Apart from performances by local favourites Kiss Kill Mary and Jon Liddell, some of Malaysia’s best food trucks were also present to feed the rumbling stomachs of participants and everyone that was part of BloodRunner 2015.

BloodRunner 2015 was also supported by its co-organisers, Mayhem and Exhibit Lab, as well as official partners Perbadanan Putrajaya, RedFM, Evian, Petzl, District Thirteen, Vespa, Runners Unite, Fit Aid, Running Malaysia, and Ultron.

Personally for me, the beauty of the race was the fact that it brought people from all walks of life together. Like true Malaysians, runners – regardless of race – helped each other through the obstacles, cheering on one another as they made their way through the finish line.

Exhausted but our writer @brynaaaaa has completed Asia’s first-ever werewolf-themed race! Arrrwwhhhooo!! #bloodrunnerasia #bloodrunner A photo posted by Hype Malaysia (@hypemy) on Jul 31, 2015 at 11:07am PDT

Check out the gallery below for more pictures from BloodRunner 2015:

For more information, please visit the official website or social media pages – Facebook and Instagram.


Goodbye ntv7: Former TV Host & M’sians Share Their Memories

Few bother turning on the TV these days, but that doesn’t mean we don’t have fond memories of it. A lot of 90s Malaysian kids would remember waking up on the weekend to watch cartoons on ntv7. Sadly, the younger generation may not get to have the same experiences.

The Ministry of Education (MOE) has announced the launch of DidikTV, an educational network for the SPM curriculum and co-curriculum. It will be available on channel 107 on MYTV, 146 on Astro and NTV7 on Unifi TV.

The Prime Minister, Tan Sri Muhyiddin will be launching DidikTV on Wednesday (17th February) at 8am.  It will not only broadcast content on SPM curriculum and co-curriculum, it will also televise news related to the education world, edutainment programmes and student-produced content. Relevant international programmes will also be shown. The broadcast time is unclear however, with conflicting information from the MOE and ntv7’s Facebook post.

According to the statement released by the MOE, the education channel was established to allow students to have access to quality educational programmes. DidikTV is meant to be a platform to empower the culture of knowledge, encourage good values and create an informed society.

Although nothing was said about whether the program is temporary or permanent, netizens have already started saying tearful goodbyes. Some have thanked ntv7 for all the times it made them ‘feel good’ while others are reminiscing the shows they used to watch from there.

Even Sarimah Ibrahim, a Malaysian television host who has worked with ntv7 took to Facebook to talk about her memories with the channel. She promises that the memories of ntv7 will still live on.

There were a few netizens willing to say good riddance to the channel, complaining that it mostly aired uninteresting shows nowadays. One netizen even commented that the channel deserved to be taken over by the MOE.

Media Prime, the company that owns ntv7, is unclear about whether DidikTV will be officially taking over ntv7 as a broadcaster. As Khairul Nizam Rahmat asked on Facebook, “Is ntv7 being replaced with DidikTV? ntv7 is under Media Prima, right? Does this mean Media Prima is handing over the TV station to the education ministry?”

So with the news of NTV7 going to be defunct and will turn into DidikTV by the gov, let's dive into the memory lane with these "I feel good" compilations. This is so nostalgic 😭 pic.twitter.com/HXLH0eYhu2

— izzi berspeak now (@IzzraifHarz) February 15, 2021

Well, one thing is for sure, ntv7 will be showing educational programmes from now on. So, what are your favourite memories of ntv7?

According to The Edge, Media Prima Group Bhd has assured that ntv7 isn’t shutting down for good.  “ntv7 will not be [made] defunct. DidikTV KPM (DidikTV Kementerian Pelajaran Malaysia) is a strategic commercial collaboration between Media Prima and KPM to increase the access of quality education to students nationwide, given Media Prima’s extensive reach within Malaysia across traditional and digital media, and its quality content production capabilities,” the company told the publication.

Having said that, Media Prima didn’t specify whether the DidikTV KPM (DidikTV Kementerian Pelajaran Malaysia) initiative is a temporary or permanent one, but hinted that “it would take more than one year to build this initiative up“.

Sources: China Press, Free Malaysia Today, The Star, Ministry of Education.

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(UPDATE) #UnitedAirlines: Netizens Up In Arms Over Violent Hauling Out Of Passenger

A video posted on Facebook by one Audra D. Bridges showing a passenger on a United Airlines flight being forcibly removed from the plane before takeoff is making its rounds on social media.

The 31-second clip, taken from an aisle seat on United Flight 3411 as the plane was preparing to take flight from Chicago to Louisville at O’Hare International Airport, shows 3 men wearing radio equipment and security jackets speaking with a seated man.

A few seconds later, a loud, anguished scream is heard and one of the men is seen violently grabbing the passenger and dragging him by the arms towards the front of the plane. Several passengers can be heard shouting at the manner in which the man was being hauled out. “No, this is wrong! Oh my god look at what you did to him!” one woman exclaimed.

A United Airlines spokesperson later confirmed that a passenger had been taken off a flight in Chicago. “Flight 3411 from Chicago to Louisville was overbooked. After our team looked for volunteers, one customer refused to leave the aircraft voluntarily and law enforcement was asked to come to the gate,” the spokesperson said.

“We apologise for the overbook situation. Further details on the removed customer should be directed to authorities,” the spokesperson added.

Another passenger, Twitter user @JayseDavid, also shared a video of the incident, taken from another angle.

@United overbook #flight3411 and decided to force random passengers off the plane. Here's how they did it: pic.twitter.com/QfefM8X2cW

— Jayse D. Anspach (@JayseDavid) April 10, 2017

As seen in the above video, the security appears to have violently thrown the man, who appears to be Asian, against the armrest before dragging him across the seats and onto the aisle.

According to Audra D. Bridges, passengers were allowed to board the flight but once the plane filled up, United Airlines had asked for 4 volunteers to give up their seats because additional flight crew needed to get to Louisville. When nobody offered to do so, the commotion happened.

The passenger who was forcibly removed was a doctor who needed to see patients at a hospital in the morning. He was later able to get back on the plane, but he had a bloody face and he was still disheveled from the wrangle. He also seemed disoriented as he jogged down the aisle while repeatedly saying to nobody in particular, “I have to go home, I have to go home, I have to go home.”

@united @CNN @FoxNews @WHAS11 Man forcibly removed from plane somehow gets back on still bloody from being removed pic.twitter.com/njS3nC0pDl

— Tyler Bridges (@Tyler_Bridges) April 10, 2017

United Airlines has since released a statement regarding the above matter. The company’s CEO Oscar Munoz called the episode “an upsetting event to all of us here at United” and apologised for “having to re-accommodate the customers”. He also added that the United Airlines team was moving with a sense of urgency to work with the authorities and conduct their own detailed review of what happened.

“We are also reaching out to this passenger to talk directly to him and further address and resolve this situation,” he said.

Meanwhile, one of the security officers involved in the incident has been placed on leave pending an investigation.

New footage has emerged following the social media explosion over the passenger who was ill-treated on United Airlines’ Flight 3411. In the videos, which were uploaded by Twitter user @kaylyn_davis, whose husband was on the flight, the elderly man can be seen clearly terrified and clinging on to a curtain while saying, “I have to go home, I have to go home, I have to go home.” and “Just kill me, just kill me, just kill me.”

#flythefriendlyskies my husband was on that flight. Screw you United!! @united pic.twitter.com/4EcxrMy5jZ

— Kaylyn Davis (@kaylyn_davis) April 10, 2017

#flythefriendlyskies @united no words. This poor man!! pic.twitter.com/rn0rbeckwT

Sources: Audra D. Bridges, @JayseDavid, @Tyler_Bridges, courier-journal, @united, Reuters, @kaylyn_davis / Featured image: go4viral.

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Captain America Murders Another Fellow Avenger (Warning: Spoilers)

Ever since Marvel Comic’s “Secret Empire” revealed that Captain America aka Steve Rogers was revealed to be Hydra’s secret agent, heavy criticism has been directed towards writer Nick Spencer.

The controversy continues to escalates with “Secret Empire #7” when Captain America kills yet another beloved Avenger. A word of caution to comic book enthusiasts: The following article contains spoilers, so you might want to avoid reading ahead if you’re still not up to date.

For readers not familiar with the comic book series, Steve Rogers was promoted as the Supreme Leader of Hydra in “Civil War II: The Oath”. In addition to him taking over America, the arc for “Civil War II” also resulted in the unfortunate death of the Incredible Hulk. However, Marvel Comics’ latest move may just push fans over the edge.

In “Secret Empire #7”, Natasha Romanoff aka Black Widow assembles a small team of superheroes – including Miles Morales (the new Spider-Man) and Ms. Marvel – with the intention to assassinate Captain America. When Black Widow attempts to execute the deed herself, Hydra Cap snaps her neck with his shield. She is then killed instantly.

However, fans can be rest assured that that Scarlett Johansson’s Black Widow is very much alive in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. She will be making her next appearance in the upcoming “Avengers: Infinity War“.

Sources: Movie Pilot, Star 2/ Featured image: Marvel Comics.


Deadpool: Ed Skrein Confirms His Role As Ajax

One sure sign that 20th Century Fox’s adaptation of “Deadpool” would be a highly-anticipated anti-hero movie is because its lead actor Ryan Reynolds recently confirmed that it will be rated-R.

Since the production is currently underway in Vancouver, a number of on-set photos and videos were posted by the fans on Twitter. We can’t post any of them here, not unless they were posted by the cast members, of course.

English actor Ed Skrein (full name: Edward George Skrein) recently shared a picture of his on-set chair on Twitter to confirm that he is set to portray Ajax in “Deadpool”.

Skrein, who also goes by the name of “The Dinner Lady P.I.M.P.”, worked as a rap musician prior to his acting career. He released 3 tracks on a 12″ vinyl single under Dented Records and was featured on the Foreign Beggars album “Asylum Speakers” (2003). He has also collaborated with a number of artistes including Foreign Beggars, Asian Dub Foundation, Plan B, Dubbledge, and Doc Brown.

Skrein made his acting debut in 2012’s “The Sweeney”, but he is best known for playing Daario Naharis in the 3rd season of “Game of Thrones“. He will be seen next in “The Transporter: Refueled”, which is set to be released on 4th September 2015.

Skrein is set to portray Ajax, a former enforcer known only as Francis at Doctor Killebrew’s laboratory. Although he acted as a strongbow for Killebrew, he was also a participant of Killebrew’s Weapon X project. He transformed into a killing machine who couldn’t feel pain, in addition to increased strength, speed, and other typical superhuman attributes.

Before he transformed into Ajax, he is one of the men who was responsible for Wade Wilson’s transformation into Deadpool. In the film, Reynolds’ Deadpool is set to hunt down the man who nearly destroyed his life, and that seems to be Ajax.

No further information were announced regarding his role, but “Deadpool” is slated for release on 12th Feb 2016. Tim Miller is directing the movie from a script by “Zombieland” writers Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick.

For more information about the movie, visit its official Facebook page and Twitter.


5,000 Malaysians Celebrate Sunway Lagoon’s 20 Fun Years

On 20th December 2012, ticketing counters at Sunway Lagoon were abuzz as Asia’s Best Attraction kick-started the third installment of their “20 Fun Years” campaign, with Malaysians lining up since the night before in an attempt to be the first to enjoy Sunway Lagoon at only RM20!

Sunway Lagoon’s “20 Fun Years” offer was introduced on 20th October 2012 in conjunction with Sunway Lagoon’s 20th Anniversary and will be held on the 20th of every month up to March 2013. The offer provides the first 1,000 people to purchase tickets on the 20th of every month special entry rates of RM20, which includes passes to all attractions.

To date, the promotion has been an immense hit, with the crowd increasing on the 20th of every month. Due to the overwhelming response from the crowd on the 20th of December, Sunway Lagoon has given a special ticket rate of RM 50 to an additional 1,000 people who queued up from the early hours of the morning.

Staying true to their tradition of being second to none, Sunway Lagoon recently launched the Waterplexx 5D, the world’s first water-based 5D attraction which boasts to be the ultimate multi-sensory experience. Engaging the rider’s sense of sight, sound and touch, the attraction puts the riders in the midst of the action. Whether it is a pirate’s adventure or an underwater wonderland, visitors can expect to feel everything they see, from the gust of wind to a powerful gale.

Come next year, Sunway Lagoon will also be home to the world’s largest vortex water ride with LED light effects named the Vuvuzela. The water ride towers at nearly 23 meters (76 feet) high and takes up six riders at a time through a thrilling series of twists and turns before plummeting them through the core of a 22-meter (72 feet) wide funnel.

For more information, visit Sunway Lagoon’s official website or Facebook page.

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Hype’s Now Playing: Crush Ft. Taeyeon – Don’t Forget (잊어버리지마)

Earlier today, new but popular South Korean R&B artiste Crush (크러쉬) and SNSD Girls’ Generation’s Taeyeon (태연) released a surprise track and we’re in love.

Titled, “Don’t Forget” (잊어버리지마), the bittersweet winter duet features Crush singing about moments that last forever, and hoping that the moments that he has shared with his beloved are never forgotten. After which, Taeyeon chimes in with her heart-warming vocals, urging him (or you, the listener) to not let go and to please remember her. And really, how does one say no to Taeyeon?

Being closet fans of R&B, we love how Crush and Taeyeon worked the otherwise ordinary melody to the best of its potential. Of course, the beautiful music video featuring Crush in the snow helped us better visualise the sweet winter song.


Hype Eats: Adventurous New Food Experiences To Try In The Klang Valley This Week (5th – 11th December)

The season of all things jolly, of course, comes with good times and good food! From specially customised tomyam to cafes with mini zoos, there is always a place to go for good food and good times. Either breakfast, lunch or even dinner, we have got it covered.

Let’s see some of the best places to eat this week with Hype Eats!

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Location: G, No.15-1, 16/G, Jln Elektron U16/E, Denai Alam, 40150 Shah Alam, Selangor

This popular cafe in Shah Alam is known for their freshly baked pastries. From fluffy croisants to sweet and creamy pavlovas, all of their pastries are to die for! Additionally, they are always curating new dishes adding more variety to their menus. Get to Shah Alam now and stop by Jelutong Hills Bakers for a delightful pastry experience!

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Location: 2A-H, PUS TEKNOLOGI SUNSURIA JALAN TEKNOLOGI TAMAN SAINS SELANGOR 1, PJU 5, Kota Damansara, 47810 Petaling Jaya

If you are looking for a great cafe that serves great food and coffee, you know that Luckbros Cafe is the one. Now, they have released a new outlet in Kota Damansara with a surprising new concept – that it is actually also a mini zoo! The Garden & Safari cafe concept allows customers to explore bunnies, cats, iguanas, ponies and much more. Drop by the new Luckbros Cafe and say hi to these furry fuzzies!

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Location: 30, Jalan SS 15/4d, Ss 15, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor

At Jeremy’s Chicks, there are so many different chicken options available on menu, including the OG chicken rice (poached and roasted), crispy fried chicken, and the recently introduced Smokey BBQ. So have your lunch and dinner at Jeremy’s Chicks for a wholesome meal!

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Time: 9.30am – 8.30pm (Closed on Wednesdays)

Location:No 28G, Jalan Medan Bukit Indah 2, Taman Bukit Indah, 68000 Ampang, Selangor

At Chapter M cafe, there are so many delicious, recommended dishes to try. From numerous adventurous milkshakes to a variety of spaghettis – they all should definitely be tried. Bring along your family and friends to Chapter M Cafe for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Chapter M cafe is always ready to serve you!

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Location: R-UG-15 Kompleks Permaisuri Q, No 6, Jalan Sri Permaisuri, Bandar Sri Permaisuri, KL

In conjunction with their second year anniversary, Mykori Signature Bandar Sri Permaisuri has curated several new menus for their fans! This includes; Creamy Salted Egg Pasta, Berry Almond Crunch Toast, Berry Blast Kenko, Berrynana Choco Waffle, Biscoff Crunch Waffle, Milo Banana Toast, Bolognese Chicken Pasta and more! Celebrate with Mykori now!

If you’re ever in Hartamas, stop by The H @ Hartamas for a unique Japanese dining experience. Located at a stall called Donz KL, this humble stall sells so many delicious Japanese dishes. Donz KL recommends the Charcoal Grilled Saba Mackerel served with Truffle Shoyu White Rice, Onsen Egg and Vegetables. Head to Hartamas now!

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Location: All San Francisco Coffee outlets

This Christmas season, San Francisco Coffee has made a cute Christmas surprise for their customers. For only RM5, customers can get the Gingerbread Man cookie with any drink purchase. This Gingerbread Man cookie is the man cookie for you, so stop by any San Francisco outlets to try it out!

A post shared by 🍔The BRGR – Handcrafted Burger 🇲🇾 Malaysia (@thebrgr_official)

The BRGR is of course, specialises in burgers. So expect nothing but the best with their newly launched burger – The new Korean Spicy Chicken Burger! In collaboration with Urban Artisan, The BRGR has released a very spicy charcoal patty burger that would make you want more after every bite! Head to any The BRGR outlets now and have a taste!

A post shared by NÍ.KIZOKU 霓•貴族 (@ni.kizoku.kl)

Location: 59A, Jalan Sultan, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur

If you ever wondered; “Should I drink coffee? Or should I drink cocktails?”. Wonder no more! At Ki. Nizoku, customers can have the benefit of not deciding between coffee or cocktails because they offer exactly that! This unique recommended drink called the Rambutan Sparkling Americano is a must try for all coffee and cocktail lovers. Cut the queue and reserve your spot here.

A post shared by 🌶 Tomyam Bowl by The BRGR 🇲🇾 Malaysia (@tomyambowl)

Location: 34, Jalan Penguasa U1/53B, Temasya Glenmarie, 40510 Shah Alam, Selangor

This muslim-friendly spot in Subang let’s you customise your own Tomyam bowl with over 30 different fresh ingredients to choose from! These include noodles, seafood, meatballs, vegetables and so much more. Tomyam lovers would die – head on over to Tomyam Bowl now!

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This Christmas season, celebrate with A&W with their brand-new Blue-Beary Burger. It’s loaded with tasty blueberry sauce, fresh lettuce, and tomatoes as well as cheese and mayo. Available with a choice of double beef patties or the new grilled chicken patty. Berry Beary Delicious! Try them now at any open A&W locations!

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McDonald’s has brought the Prosperity Burger is back! Savour the signature black pepper sauce with the return of the iocnice Prosperity Burger. Make it a meal with their McFizz and curly fries. Or get double the prosperity with their Double Prosperity Burger instead! Get a bite today.

In lieu of the new Avatar movie coming out soon, Golden Screen Cinemas has launched a new flavoured popcorn. The brand-new Blue Popcorn, which is actually blueberry flavoured popcorn. This promotion is for a limited time only, so head to your nearest Golden Screen Cinemas outlet and try it out today!

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Location: Berjaya Times Square Mall, Kuala Lumpur

The micro-batch ice cream brand Kelava finally has its own scoop shop! Located in Berjaya Times Square, customers have a wide variety of ice cream flavours available, including Vanilla, Chocolate, Salted Gula Melaka, Onde Onde, and many more! Customers also have the option of customising their ice cream with five different toppings available.

As part of the opening from 5th to 7th December, Kelava is offering the “Buy One, Free Topping” promotion where customers can get free toppings with every scoop you purchase! Additionally, from 8th to 11th December, customers may get a free extra scoop with every one scoop they buy. Customers may also enjoy 50% off every second scoop on every Friday, from 9th December onwards.

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#FuzeClubKL: Dyro Is All Set Take Over The Fuze Club KL Decks

The celebration never ends this December as Fuze Club KL will be bringing you another Top 100 DJ Mag International DJ!

First discovered by Laidback Luke via a forum, Dutch DJ/producer Dyro (real name Jordy van Egmond) was one of the first artistes signed to Revealed Recordings, the dance music label founded by Hardwell in 2010.

Since then, his life has been a whirlwind as he jetted across the globe to tour and perform, and at the same time continued to study engineering at college while putting out new music.

In early 2014, Dyro supported the release of his track “Black Smoke” with a solo tour, before joining the Future Music Festival tour across Australia. He then performed at Ultra Music Festival (UMF) in Miami and in April 2014, he embarked on another Revealed bus tour with Dannic and Hardwell, this time traveling across the US. In that same year, Dyro founded the independent record label WOLV, which releases both his own material and that of other “up and coming” artistes.

To date, Dyro has headlined venues such as LIV in Miami and Ministry of Sound in London, and has held a residency at The Light in Las Vegas. He currently hosts the “WOLV Radio with Dyro” show, which is broadcast on around 30 FM stations worldwide. Let’s not forget that he has taken over the mainstage decks at TomorrowWorld, Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) Las Vegas, Electric Zoo, and Creamfields in the UK.

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