Countdown To The 2013 Autobacs Super GT Series

A high profile list of local personalities and celebrities will be in the driver’s seat to compete in the inaugural RC 86 Celebrity Charity Race at the Sepang International Circuit in an event opener for round 3 of the 2013 AUTOBACS SUPER GT Series.

A total of 14 cars will compete in the five-lap race in a fleet of limited edition Toyota FT86 coupes that have been race-prepared to FIA Group N regulations for showroom class cars.

The Malaysian round of the AUTOBACS SUPER GT International Series is being organised by JPM Motorsport and this will be the 13th consecutive year that the Series is returning to Malaysia to thrill fans.  It is also the 20th year the Series, formerly known as the All-Japan Grand Touring Car Championship (JGTC), is being organized since was first established in 1993 by the JAF (Japanese Automobile Federation) via its subsidiary company the G.T.A. (GT Association).

While the main event will centre on what is internationally recognized for being one of the world’s fastest and most exciting GT racing series, consisting of GT500 and GT300 sports cars, the RC 86 Celebrity Charity Race is an exciting extension to a wide varierty of off-track events which will be taking place at the main mall area of Sepang International Circuit. The entire mall area with an exhibition space of 7,000 sqm. has been designed to serve as a five-star attraction for spectators or all ages and catering to both motorsports enthusiasts and families.

As spectators enter the mall area, they will be greeted by and must pass through a unique Japan Town created by Sachi which will essentially set the vibrant atmosphere for the entire race weekend.  The recreation of watching a Japanese Racing event in Japan during summer will host a variety of retail outlets selling food, apparels, merchandise to electronics.

The main attraction at the Mall area will be a special motor show by Affin Bank which will have on display Japanese Marquee like Honda, Toyota, Nissan, Mazda and Subaru as well as European heavy weights the likes of Porsche, Ferrari and Lamborghini. Also on display will be a unique collection of Customs Cars and Bikes which are a prelude to Summernats, Australia’s premier event for street machines, and exotic customs which will take place in Malaysia and co-organised by JPM Motorsport in next year. Spectators will also be able to meet in person, some of the metal stars (cars) that are featured in the Hollywood Hit movie The Fast N’ Furious.

Spectators to the AUTOBACS SUPER GT International Series will also be able to witness a unique attempt to get into the Malaysia Book of Records with the Biggest and Loudest Bike Gathering on track.

Spectators will also be entertained by the JPM Music Festival all day long which will include musical and dance performances with a K-Pop genre dance competition, and the search for the Malaysian Super GT Queen Pageant.

The evening highlight will be the Dash Berlin #musicislife World Tour 2013 which will also be making its stop at the AUTOBACS SUPER GT International Series with a three-hour rave party set to mesmerize fans on Saturday night (15 June).

Meanwhile, outside the mall area, motorsports and auto enthusiasts can also seize the opportunity to compete in grass root racing activities in the form of the Ultra Racing Gymkhana & Drifting competition.

Tickets for the Malaysian round of the AUTOBACS Super GT International Series are priced at RM100, and fans can obtain it online here, or tune in to the entire season’s updates via their Facebook page.


Logitech Lift Vertical Ergonomic Mouse Review: Curbing Wrist Fatigue At Work

We’ve all heard of Logitech and their large array of desktop mice and keyboards. Whether it be for gaming or for work, there always seems to be a Logitech mouse available to suit your needs. But with long hours spent at a desk job, using a mouse nonstop can start straining your wrists.

Introducing the new Logitech Lift Vertical Ergonomic Mouse. Unlike normal mice, vertical ergonomic mice are made to reduce wrist fatigue in the long run. And, luckily for us, we were able to give the mouse a try to see if that’s actually the case.

Straight off the bat, the first thing you’ll notice is the unique, vertical design of the mouse. Designed to reduce wrist fatigue after long hours on the computer, you hold it in a “natural handshake position” unlike the usual palm face down position you use with a regular mouse and move it around with your forearm instead of your wrists.

While the mouse was definitely a bit difficult to get used to at first, it wasn’t as weird as we thought it would be. On the contrary, we’ve become a lot more accustomed to using Logitech’s Lift Vertical Ergonomic mouse as compared to the typical one we were using before. Using the mouse has almost become second nature to us despite the unorthodox design.

Although similar to Logitech’s MX Vertical mouse, the Lift Ergonomic Vertical Mouse is said to be made for people with medium- to small-sized hands. And as someone with certified baby-hands, we can say that the mouse was a perfect fit in my palm. On the contrary, if you’re someone with larger hands, this mouse may not feel as comfortable in your palm as it did in mine.

However, we will note that the mouse requires a lot more space for movement compared to a regular mouse. When we first used it on my typical mouse pad, we felt very constricted with my forearm movements due to the small circumference of the mouse pad I was previously using.

This was only a small issue though, as its Logitech Advanced Optical Tracking sensor was able to track onto my office table perfectly fine once we gave up using the mouse pad. So far, we haven’t had trouble using the vertical mouse on the table surface just yet!

Running on a single AA battery, the mouse is said to last up to 24 months without having to replace its battery. Of course, we weren’t able to verify this fact within the one week of use, but one of our favourite aspects of this mouse is definitely the magnetic battery door on the mouse where you place the battery and mouse receiver. Oftentimes when we use a regular wireless mouse, it can be quite difficult to pry the battery door open. Having the door be magnetic makes everything so much easier as all you have to do is gently push the battery door down to slip it open!

Not to mention, the mouse is also pretty durable as well! As someone who’s on the clumsier side of the spectrum, it’s safe to say that we have broken a few desktop mice by dropping them in the past. However, when we did eventually drop the Logitech Lift Vertical Ergonomic mouse while reviewing it, it stayed completely intact and still works fine even after being dropped! Safe to say, we were very pleasantly surprised.

All in all, the Logitech Lift Vertical Ergonomic mouse is definitely a good mouse for everyday use despite seeming like a frivolous purchase. Personally, we wouldn’t classify this mouse as a must-have product, especially for its steep price of RM299. But for what it’s worth, the vertical mouse does its job and is pretty comfortable to use, too!

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#INFINITE: Boy Group Announces Comeback In July Ahead Of Upcoming World Tour

Inspirits (as fans of INFINITE are lovingly known), we know you are probably still recovering from the epicness that is Sunggyu’s album, but you’ll be rewarded with more awesomeness as your favourite boy group will be returning to the music scene soon.

INFINITE is in the midst of preparing a new album and will be making a comeback this July, a music industry official has revealed. The boy group is reported to be recording songs for their upcoming album and also undergoing preparations for their 2nd world tour.

tsitWoollim Entertainment confirmed the news, stating:

They will take on an image unlike anything they have shown previously. Please anticipate their comeback.

In other news, INFINITE’s world tour, titled “2015 INFINITE 2nd WORLD TOUR – INFINITE EFFECT”, will commence on 8th and 9th August 2015 in Seoul at the Olympic Park Gymnastics Stadium. Aside from South Korea, they will be travelling the globe to perform for their fans. However, the schedule for their world tour hasn’t been released yet.

In anticipation for their world tour, their talent agency has released a few teaser photos.

Take a look at them in the gallery below:

While they did release 2 Japanese singles in between their hiatus, the members of INFINITE have mainly been busy with solo activities since the group made their last Korean comeback on 22nd July 2014 with “Be Back”. Leader Sunggyu made his return as a solo artiste with his 2nd solo album titled “27“, and has recently concluded his album promotions which started on 11th May.

INFINITE F (made up of members Sungyeol, L, and Sungjong) made their Korean debut and released a single album titled “Azure” on 2nd December 2014, while Hoya and Dongwoo made a comeback as hip-hop duo INFINITE H with their 2nd album titled “Fly High” on 26th January 2015.

Members Hoya, L, and Sungjong have also been busy with their filming commitments. Hoya appears in the SBS drama, “Mask”, as one of the supporting actors while L will be appearing in SBS drama “The Time We Were Not In Love” starting 27th June. Sungjong has joined the line-up of MBC’s popular military training program “Real Men”.

Do you think INFINITE will drop by Malaysia as part of their world tour? What do you think their comeback concept will be this time round? Let us know by leaving your thoughts in the comments box below.


#MTVFestivalSeason: Keep Up With Festivals Across The World With MTV

More popular now than they’ve ever been before, music festivals are growing to be more diverse and expansive with new ones popping at every corner. More than just a festival circuit − music enthusiasts now get weekends devoted to EDM, hip-hop, punk, alternative, indie, blues and a whole lot more. However, for both veteran and amateur festival-goers, the main question still remains − which one to attend?

With so many festivals going on around the world, it’s incredibly hard to decide which one to attend and which ones to watch from the comfort of one’s own home with one’s ultimate festival drink in hand. Now, this is where MTV comes in. Understanding that festival-goers face the fear of missing out (FOMO), MTV has compiled some of the noteworthy festival to give viewers first row access to the international scene of music festivals.

Starting 26th July (Saturday), at 8.30pm (WIB), 9.30pm (SG), 10.30pm (MY), MTV will be airing music programming under the “MTV Festival Season” line-up which will features shows such as “Tomorrowland Belgium”, “MTV Club: ZoukOut 2014″, “MTV Indie Laneway 2015 Special” and a number of specials under the “MTV World Stage” global series such as “MTV World Stage Isle of MTV Malta” and “MTV World Stage Tomorrowland Brasil”.

MTV Festival Season programme details are as follows:

1. Tomorrowland Belgium Highlights Show 1 and 2

Tomorrowland, dubbed one of the most amazing and spectacular festivals in the world is a must watch for all ravers. From elaborate stages to outstanding effects to a world-class lineup of DJs, Tomorrowland has earned a place on every ravers’ bucket list. Watch the highlights on 26th (Sunday) and 27th July (Monday) at 8.30pm (WIB), 9.30pm (SG), 10.30pm (MY).

2. MTV Music Evolution Manila Hip-Hop 2015

“MTV Music Evolution” is a music event that brings to life the evolution of a music genre and enables young people to experience and discover how music styles and sounds have evolved over the years. “MTV Music Evolution” marks its inauguration 2015 edition with a feature on hip hop, showcasing iconic and contemporary hip hop acts from both international and local music scenes on a single stage, while featuring the best of Philippine music and culture to international youth audiences. Watch this on 30th July (Thursday) at 10pm (WIB), 11pm (SG), Friday 31 July, 12am (MY).

2. MTV World Stage V Festival Best Bits 2014

Catch the highlights of V Festival 2014 on 31st July (Friday) at 10pm (WIB), 11pm (SG), Saturday 1 August at 12am (MY).

Being Asia’s only sunrise beach festival, ZoukOut has given many from across the globe a precious chance to experience the beauty of gathering together as one world and tribe, to experience two days of best electronic dance music that can be offered. With the best International artists gracing the decks, and a diversity of sounds from Electro to Trance, to Techno, to House being laid down, the outing also givers partygoers a chance to experience that breath-taking first light in the morning as the music continues through sunrise on Day 2 of the festival. Watch this on 31st July (Friday) at 10pm (WIB), 11pm (SG), Saturday 1 August at 12am (MY).

Laneway Festival Singapore returns to the idyllic setting of The Meadow at Gardens By The Bay for the fifth year running. Featuring a mix of Singaporean, Malaysian and international acts, the Singapore event will host perhaps its strongest line-up to date! Watch on 6th August (Thursday) at 10pm (WIB), 11pm (SG), Friday 7 August at 12am (MY).

5. MTV World Stage Tomorrowland Brasil Show 1 and 2

São Paulo, Brazil is the latest setting of the biggest dance music festival in the world and MTV has a front row seat. Get ready for thousands of dance music fans and the biggest DJs on the planet as MTV captures all the atmosphere of this mind-blowing dance festival. Watch on 6th August (Thursday) at 10pm (WIB), 11pm (SG), Friday 7 August at 12am (MY) and also on 7th August (Friday)t at 10pm (WIB), 11pm (SG), Saturday 8 August at 12am (MY).

MTV´s live music summer extravaganza “Isle Of MTV Malta“ – in partnership with Malta Tourism Authority (MTA) -celebrated its ninth consecutive year by lighting up Valletta’s Il-Fosos Square once again with killer performances from some of the biggest and most talked about names in today’s global music scene. Making their “Isle of MTV Malta” debut, performers included Jason Derulo, Echosmith, Omi, Tori Kelly and Martin Garrix, who brought the show to a close with an exhilarating closing set, reaffirming once again that no one brings the party to Malta quite like MTV. Watch this on 7th August (Friday)t at 10pm (WIB), 11pm (SG), Saturday 8 August at 12am (MY).

Pretty dope ey? For more information on MTV Festival Season, visit its Official Website.

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The All-New HERO10 Black By GoPro Is Launching In Malaysia

Tired of phone cameras which do not portray the real beauty of the scenery at your very own backyard or are you in dire need of a new camera upgrade with the latest specifications? Well, here’s some great news! GoPro has announced its new flagship camera, the HERO10 Black which features the company’s new high-performance GP2 processor. This camera would be released in Malaysia beginning late September. Indeed, this is some good news for photography-buffs out there. Photography is actually a great way of expressing oneself through the beauty of everything occurring around the photographer.

Each photo taken signifies the innermost thoughts of the photographer itself. What better way to capture the beauty of one’s surroundings than to invest in the HERO10 Black with an all new high-performance GP2 processor. The GP2 delivers breakthrough image quality and blistering video frame rates that enable HERO10 Black to capture life-like 5.3K video at 60 frames per second, 4K video at 120 frames per second and 2.7K video at an incredible 240 frames per second. How cool is that?

This new processor also enables HyperSmooth 4.0 video stabilisation, setting a new bar once again and all but ensuring HERO10 Black captures the smoothest shake-free video you’ve ever see from any camera. This is literally a dream come true for photographers with shaky hands.

Worried of low light ruining your perfect moments? Well, the new GP2 processor also enables improved video algorithms featuring local tone mapping (LTM) and 3D noise reduction (3DNR) that capture finer detail, more realistic textures and better contrast—even in low light. Adding on, the processor combines with an ultra-high resolution of a 23.6 megapixel sensor to literally bring your photos to life.

For those usually having trouble with accessing photos conveniently and are tired of the endless search for photos, HERO10 Black is definitely here to save the day. While the camera is charging, you could auto upload your most recent footage to your GoPro cloud account and you could also wirelessly offload from the camera to the Quik application at speeds up to 30% faster with HERO10 Black. You could even choose to use the brand new USB wired offload option to transfer content from the camera to the Quik app on your phone at speeds up to 50% faster than the wireless option.

Environmentally conscious people would definitely love this new innovation too. Since GoPro is committed to environmentally conscious, plastic-free packaging for all of its products, HERO10 Black’s packaging is actually a high-quality, durable travel case that’s designed to fit additional GoPro mounts and accessories.

Here’s the full list of the all-new GoPro HERO10 Black’s specification:

To add further hype to this launch, GoPro is now challenging its users to create the launch highlight reel for its new flagship camera! This is only opened exclusively to owners of HERO10 Black. The Million Dollar Challenge will award an equal share of $1,000,000 to entrants whose video clips are chosen for the HERO10 Black Million Dollar Challenge video that will be released in December 2021. The closing date for the submissions is on 1st December 2021 at 11:59 p.m.

So, after this long write-up, one might be curious on the launch date. Well, although it’s not specific, the HERO10 Black will be on sale beginning late September 2021 at selected retailers around Malaysia and it would be distributed by GoPro’s newly appointed distributor – Ingram Micro Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. The camera retails for MYR2,399.00.

For more information, visit GoPro.com to learn more about the new GoPro lineup and HERO10 Black here.


#ElizabethTan: Local Singer Chosen To Sing Malay Version Of Disney’s “My Time”

Popular Malaysian singer Elizabeth Tan has landed herself a job with the Disney Channel’s animated series, “Elena Of Avalor”.

Although she won’t be voicing any of the cartoon’s character, the “TABAH” singer is going to sing the Malay version of the series’ theme song, titled “My Time” aka “Kini Masaku”.

In the media preview of the animated series, which was held at The Bee in Publika on Thursday (27th October), the 23-year-old singer said, “It’s most people’s dream to work with Disney. I almost couldn’t believe it when the offer fell into my lap!”

Tan also told the press that she was initially nervous to take on the project when her manager informed her that she had been shortlisted to sing “Kini Masaku”, a song about self-belief and empowerment.

“I took it up as a challenge and I was fortunate to be working with an amazing sound engineer who aided and guided me through the process, including the emotions that I had to have when performing the tune. I sang the song in my own style, and I hope the audience will enjoy it,” she added.

Listen to the English version, sung by Aimee Carrero, below:

Created by Craig Gerber, “Elena Of Avalor” is highly-anticipated in the US, as she is introduced as Disney’s first Latina princess.

The series is slated to premiere on the Disney Channel (Astro channel 615) at 11am on 13th November.

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#BSBTheMovie: Backstreet Boys To Release Docu Following Rise & Fall Of Group

“What do you do when you’re a full-blown man in a boy band?”

Popular 90s heartthrob boy band Backstreet Boys is reportedly releasing a documentary that will follow their rise and fall in the music industry. We last saw the boys (now men) in Malaysia back in March 2013 for the Twin Towers Alive event at KLCC, Kuala Lumpur. But it’s true when they say that we’ve all been pretty much left in the dark about all that has happened (save for tabloid gossip) between the time that they debuted in 1996 till 2013.

Titled, “Backstreet Boys: Show ‘Em What You’re Made Of”, the movie/documentary will be helmed by filmmaker Stephen Kijak (who directed the generally-accepted 2008 Scott Walker documentary, “30th Century Man”). It’ll allow the boys to tell their story of their heydey and fall from grace in their own words, and then followsthem during their 2012 reunion as they record their big comeback album.

On Wednesday (17th Dec), the trailer for the documentary was released and it clearly showed the struggles that each member faced over the years. Brian Littrell opens the teaser, saying, “From 1999 to about 2002, we were the biggest band in the world. Nobody thought it was going to be as big as it was.”

Footages of their former glory are shown, including their past concerts filled with thousands of fans in every place that they have been to. “Then it just stopped,” Brian Littrell added dramatically.

The big plus is Nick, Brian, Kevin, A.J., and Howie finally spilling the dirt on Lou Pearlman, the notorious svengali/con man who assembled the group and eventually took millions of their earnings during their heyday, as was the fashion in those days. Hah! We can’t wait to get the deets on that.

“Backstreet Boys: Show ‘Em What You’re Made Of” is slated for a 30th Jan 2015 release (in US).


#ImACop: Louis C.K. To Star In, Direct & Pen Comedy Feature Film

Known for his FX show “Louie”, Louis C.K. who has conquered the small screen with his angst-ridden “Louie” will be performing triple duties for the indie comedy film “I’m A Cop”.

The Hollywood Reporter reports that C.K is set to star in, pen and direct in the new comedy feature. The script is as follow:

“A depressed middle-aged man who is a volunteer police officer living in the shadow of his mother, a highly decorated retired officer. When she dies, her continued influence forces him to become a real police officer, which is something he never wanted to be.”

Apart from his acting work on “Louie,” C.K. recently was seen starring in films like Woody Allen’s “Blue Jasmine” and David O. Russell’s “American Hustle”.

He will also appear alongside Bryan Cranston in Jay Roach’s biopic “Trumbo” as well as a voice cast for the animated project “The Secret Life of Pets”.

Scott Rudin, Dave Becky and Blair Breard will work together to produce “I’m A Cop”. No further details have been revealed in regards to remaining cast and release date of the movie.

Louis C.K. often uploads whimsical videos on Youtube, including all episodes of his podcast. Check out the video below for a good laugh:

For more updates on Louis C.K., stalk him via these social media platforms: Official Website, Youtube, Facebook and Instagram.

Source & featured image: Comingsoon , The Hollywood Reporter

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Malaysia: Over 75 Million Jobs Might Be Axed Leading Up To 2022

To all the Gen Y, brace yourselves as crucial changes might be made in the next coming years.

According to the 2019 Future Jobs Reports presented at the World Economic Forum, an estimated amount of over 133 million jobs will undergo revolution while over 75 million jobs will be facing extinction and to be axed by the year 2022.

Based on the presentation, the director of Institut Maklumat dan Analisis Pasaran Buruh (ILMIA), Wan Zulkifli Wan Setapa concluded that there will be 10 new occupations set to replace the already existing 10 jobs as a result of technology transition.

Feel free to check out the list of jobs that will be discarded + 10 new work opportunities that are set to be implemented by the year 2022:

Based on the list above, routine works such as clerical, administrative, data entry, accounting, auditing as well as installation works of factory components are expected to be removed in the next 2 and half years ahead.

Despite the lack of opportunities offered in this sector, jobs that make use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), digital, robotics and new technologies are expected to increase in demand in the coming future. However, the impact of this scientific development will not only be happening in Malaysia but also worldwide.

Reflecting on what has been showcased during the conference, we’re sure that it will effect the future education system in various aspects – including cost and also syllabus of the studies to name a few.


#WarnerBros: Studio In Talks To Develop “Attack On Titan” Live-Action Movie

It seems like “Attack On Titan” (進撃の巨人, pronounced as “Shingeki no Kyojin”) might be adapted into a live-action Hollywood movie.

According to Deadline, Warner Bros. is negotiating to get the movie rights for the Japanese franchise, with David Heyman (of “Fantastic Beasts & Where To Find Them” fame) attached to produce.

Written and illustrated by Hajime Isayama, “Attack On Titan” is set 100 years after the sudden arrival of man-eating humanoid creatures known as Titans. The remnants of the human population now resides within 3 enormous walls: the outermost one is Wall Maria; the middle is Wall Rose; while the innermost wall is Wall Sheena.

The story revolves around the adventures of Eren Yeager, his foster sister, Mikasa Ackerman, and their childhood friend Armin Arlert. Vowing to kill all the Titans, Eren, who witnesses the death of his mother, enlists in the military along with his friends.

“Attack On Titan” was also adapted into a Japanese live-action movie which stars Haruma Miura, Kiko Mizuhara, and Kanata Hongō. Directed by Shinji Higuchi, the film was split into 2 parts.

Upcoming manga-turned-Hollywood films include “Ghost In The Shell” and “Death Note”. Previously, it was reported that “Bleach” and “Akira” are in the works.

Meanwhile, the 2nd season of “Attack On Titan” anime is set to air this spring.

Sources: Deadline, Movie Web, Cinema Blend.


Boston Marathon Bombings Suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev’s Twitter Account

Boston Marathon bombings suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev who admitted to FBI agents that he and his dead brother Tamerlan carried out the deadly bombings, has a Twitter account.

The 19-year-old, who remains hospitalized for wounds suffered in a shootout with police, also admitted that he and his brother killed an MIT campus policeman last week. The surviving suspect made his statements at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. His health is apparently improving – the hospital listed his condition as fair.

Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, also known as “Jahar” for short, as his friends and the people who knew him would so often address him, last posted on his Twitter on 17th April 2013 – only two days after the Boston Marathon bombings. In the posting, he said, “I’m a stress free kinda guy” which is eerie considering what he had done just two days before with his dead brother, Tamerlan Tsarnaev:

As a matter of fact, the immediate day after the Boston Marathon bombings, he tweeted, “Ain’t no love in the heart of the city, stay safe people”. Gives you the chills, doesn’t it?

Was he tweeting while he was on the run? While the entire US were in a frenzy trying to track them down? While the FBI released multiple CCTV captures of them? While videos of them at the bombing scene in Boston circulated in, out, and around the interwebs like crazy? While the entire town was on lockdown? What was he thinking?

Note: Dzhokhar Tsarnaev was formally charged with using weapons of mass destruction against people in detonating two bombs on 15th April near the finish line of the Boston Marathon, killing three people (including one eight-year-old boy) and injured more than 260 others.

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YouTube Star Michelle Phan Sued for Copyright Infringement

Uh oh. YouTube beauty guru Michelle Phan may have gotten the best out of her YouTube career life, what with all the advertisers and endorsements, but it seems that lawsuit might just put a lid on it.

Earlier this week, TMZ reported that a lawsuit has been filed against Michelle Phan for illegally using Kaskade’s music (under Ultra Records) for her beauty tutorial videos. On top of that, the record label is demanding to take every penny of her videos as she has been profiting from making beauty tutorial videos with any tracks under Ultra Records.

For the past 7 years, Michelle Phan has been posting beauty tutorial videos and is one of the most popular YouTubers with more than 150 millions views and 6.6 million followers on her YouTube channel. The YouTube star has even created her own cosmetics line, Em-Cosmetics due to her successful online career.

Regarding the lawsuit, DJ Kaskade has voiced out his opinion via a series of tweets and concluded that he couldn’t do much about the lawsuit except support her..uhm, verbally (read: Twitter).

The DJ has previously posted on Twitter about Soundcloud pulling 70% of the content (including “Atmosphere“) he had housed on their site as well. In this case, he wrote in a blog post that he knew he had no right in owning his music ever since he signed with Ultra.

When I signed with Ultra, I kissed goodbye forever the rights to own my music. They own it. And now Sony owns them. So now Sony owns my music. I knew that going in. Soundcloud is beholden to labels to keep copyright protected music (read: all music put out by a label, any label) off their site unless authorised by the label.

What? Even the artistes themselves face the same dilemma when it’s their own music?

So, what’s your take on this case of copyright infringement? Sound off your comments below!


The “Digital Rain” In “The Matrix” Was Actually A Jumble Of Sushi Recipes In Japanese

Well, we certainly didn’t see this one coming!

Remember “The Matrix”? The 1999 sci-fi action film starring Keanu Reeves and Carrie-Anne Moss that was so wildly successful that at one point, everybody wanted to don on cool sunnies and be just like the power couple Neo and Trinity?

You’d be baffled to discover this one secret that was recently revealed by Simon Whiteley, who worked as a production designer on the film.

To jog your memory, the first few minutes of “The Matrix” featured a “digital rain” aka a torrent of lime-green characters trickling down and then jamming the frame. It was supposed to be a computer code to represent the activity of the virtual reality environment of the Matrix on screen. “The Matrix” directors The Wachowskis opened every subsequent film of the film franchise with this sequence, and it truly was an iconic scene, without which, “The Matrix” would’ve lost some meaning.

As it turns out, it’s not some indecipherable computer code.

If you examined it closely, you’d see that it’s a jumble of hiragana, katakana, and kanji – also known as Japanese characters. The bigger surprise is when Simon Whiteley revealed that the code was something that he fished out of his Japanese wife’s cookbooks. In particular, it’s a jumble of sushi recipes. We repeat, sushi recipes.

CNET quoted Simon as saying, “I like to tell everybody that The Matrix’s code is made out of Japanese sushi recipes. Without that code, there is no Matrix.”

Sources: Munchies, CNET / Featured image: Tony Werman.

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Young Buck Says He’s A Swiftie & Wants A Collaboration

Young Buck wants to fill in the blank space.

The rapper’s admiration for his fellow Nashville-native comes after Swift accepted an award for her social media presence at last month’s 7th Annual Shorty Awards by video, rapping Young Buck’s “Shorty Wanna Ride” (watch it below).

Buck was reportedly so excited about this, that he reposted the video, saying that he’s looking for Tay Tay and wants to work with her. He’s even talking about it in interviews.

“There are a lot of artistes that may be in different genres of music that are fans of hip-hop that express it and some may not,” Buck told Complex. “I think it is cool to see Taylor let the people know that, ‘Hey, I’m a fan of this music. There nothing wrong with being a fan of this music.’ It’s nothing wrong with me [saying], ‘Hey, I’m a fan of her music,’ and actually mean it.”

This isn’t the first time Taylor has shared her love for hip-hop and shouted out Young Buck. Last year, she told Vibe when she was a teenager growing up in Nashville, she and her boyfriend would drive by his house and geek out admiring his cars.

Buck has said that he’d love to collaborate with Swift sometime, saying, “It would be magic.”

Personally, we think Tay Tay collaborating with Young Buck would be rather interesting and we’re secretly hoping that it’ll happen. Don’t you? ;)

We leave you today with Young Buck’s “Shorty Wanna Ride”.


Malaysians, Turn Off For Earth Hour 2013

Come 23rd March 2013 (Saturday), iconic buildings in our metropolitan city such as the Petronas Twin Towers and KL Tower are set to “turn it off” for one hour, from 8:30pm to 9:30pm. Even major shopping malls such as Pavilion KL, Fahrenheit 88, and Starhill on Jalan Bukit Bintang will be powering down. So if you happen to be in the city, don’t get shocked!

The turning off of lights is part of Malaysia’s participation in the annual Earth Hour event. Kuala Lumpur is no stranger to participating in the event – our city is, after all, one of the 7,000 cities across 153 countries around the globe to take part annually.

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BBKLCC Tourism Association chairman Joyce Yap said all non-essential lights would be switched off from 8:30pm to 9:30pm. But don’t worry; nobody will be left stranded in pitch blackness because there would be adequate lighting for safety and security purposes. Some retail outlets in Fahrenheit 88 will be offering a 60% shopping discount during the event, while Pavilion will be organising a children’s performance where they will use illuminated costumes.

Last year, Starbucks Malaysia rewarded Malaysians who came together for Earth Hour 2012 by offering complimentary (Starbucks signature) Frappucinos.

So, you want in on the fun, earth-friendly event? You know where to go on 23rd March!

Sources: The Star, Earth Hour Malaysia, WWF Malaysia.


#Uber: Travel Around KLCC Area For Only RM5

If you are someone who frequently travels within Kuala Lumpur’s Golden Triangle, we’ve got some good news for you.

Uber has introduced the KLCC Xpress, which allows Uber users to move around town for a flat rate of RM5 per trip! This will certainly come in handy as parking around KLCC can get expensive even if it is just for a couple of hours.

The KLCC Xpress promotion only runs from Monday to Thursday, between 4pm to 8pm, and is only available until 21st January 2016.

Do note that the RM5 promo is only available within the Golden Triangle of Kuala Lumpur. Central parts of KL including Bukit Bintang, KLCC, Masjid Jamek and Jalan Sultan Ismail are covered.

Here is the map of the highlighted area for your reference:

In the event that your ride ends outside the KLCC area, regular Uber X rates will apply. UberX is charged at RM1.50 for its base fare followed by RM0.60/KM.

For more information, you can visit Uber’s KLCC Xpress promo page.

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5 Reasons Why “Squid Game” Is Bound To Be Your Next Favourite Series

“Squid Game” (오징어 게임) is premiering this week, and we could not be more excited. A suspenseful story following hundreds of cash-strapped individuals participating in mysterious children’s games awaits. The players accept strange invitations in hopes of winning the large cash prize.

Unfortunately, they are unaware that the cost of losing is death. If the premise alone intrigues you, you are certainly not alone. Let’s check out some reasons why the series is bound to become your next favourite.

The creator of “Squid Game” is director Hwang Dong-hyuk who is well known for his award-winning films like “Silenced”, “Miss Granny”, and “The Fortress”. He never fails to impress no matter the genre, and his dedication to “Squid Game” is evinced by the fact that he’s been planning for it for over 10 years. In addition to the creator, talented and well-known actors Lee Jung-jae and Park Hae-soo lead the cast. Both are award-winning actors who are able to portray a wide range of characters. With Lee Jung-jae who has numerous box office hits under his belt and Park Hae-soo who continues to impress with every new role, the best director and the best talent meet through “Squid Game”.

It’s impossible for all 456 players to survive and win the prize, but the suspense of who will die next and how they will die creates an exciting atmosphere full of tension and terror. While the players initially have no clue about the deadly stakes, they find out after the first game. The difference in how these players willingly partake in the games marks a stark difference with other survival genre films and series. You’ll get absorbed into the story as we see the dark side of human nature. The unpredictable events contribute to the heart-pounding entertainment as we anticipate what will happen to everyone.

The games that the participants must play in order to survive are all childhood games. The juxtaposition of these games with the deadly results of losing is a stark contrast to the innocence and fun experienced during childhood. Many of the games are familiar ones we’ve played before like Red Light, Green Light. You might also learn more about some classic Korean children’s games. The relatability to the simple but fatal games adds a nice and unexpected twist in comparison to other survival genre shows. You’ll be able to reminisce about your favourite childhood games as you watch the players battle it out.

On the surface level, you might think that “Squid Game” has a simple plot. However, the series is actually a genius allegory that’s meant to represent contemporary society and the never-ending competition of capitalism. Director Hwang Dong-hyuk’s creative intent is to show the irony of how the good intentions of capitalism meant to help people live well and prosper can actually harm humans and result in brutal competition. We’ll get a strong, hard look at human nature and how everyone reacts in situations where you cannot trust anyone. There’s plenty of symbolism and deeper connections to appreciate.

There’s an extremely talented cast of actors portraying the various players and individuals in the series. Each of them have their own unique but desperate situations that lead them to get involved in the dangerous games. From gambling debt to needing to provide for their families, these characters come from all walks of life. Many of them experience an inward struggle as they come to realise that their opponents need to die in order for themselves to win the game. While we see them come to terms with this, we get further immersed in their individual stories.

“Squid Game” will debut on Netflix on 17th September.


Cycle Like Tour De France Champions As L’etape Malaysia Debuts In Desaru Coast

Calling all sports fans and avid cyclists! The time has finally come for you to experience what it’s like to be in a Tour De France with the first-ever L’Étape Malaysia happening soon on 4th June!

L’Étape by Tour de France is the only cyclosportive series that allows amateur riders to race like Tour de France champions while also enjoying the wonderful environment and enthusiasm with fellow cyclists.

L’Étape Malaysia is organised by MUSE Group Asia and Sports Johor Sdn. Bhd with main partners including Malaysia Airlines, Desaru Coast, aminoVITAL, Chek Hup, Majlis Sukan Negeri Johor, and Buletin FM. Prior to Malaysia, the series has been organised in more than 20 countries such as France, China, Thailand, Australia and many more.

It will be an iconic event for cycling enthusiasts as it will challenge them to cycle like a pro with two route options, 140km and 60km. There will be five categories for both distances which are Individual Men, Individual Women, Men’s Team, Women’s Team, and Mixed Team.

“By hosting L’Etape Malaysia in our State, we also hope to elevate Johor tourism sector to achieve the premium reputation it deserves; to place as well as reinforce it on the global map. Events like this help to introduce our exceptional State to local and international visitors. We want the participants of L’Etape Malaysia to not only come here to cycle but also experience Johor’s iconic culture, places of interest and cuisine”, said Datuk Onn Hafiz bin Dato’ Ghazi, Menteri Besar of Johor.

L’Étape Malaysia will be held in the scenic Desaru Coast, which features a beautiful landscape along the coastline of smooth flat roads as well as challenging hills.

Participants can rest assured that their safety will be prioritised, as the roads will be completely closed with strategically placed food and water stations, as well as mechanical support and rapid medical assistance will be available to them.

At the time of writing this article, 3,100 participants have registered for L’Étape Malaysia so far so don’t miss the opportunity to register now as slots for the event are being filled fast! But better hurry because registration closes on 4th May and participation is capped at 4,000 riders.

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Pull Off The Ultimate Heist At The “Money Heist: Korea” Attraction In KL

Listen up and listen well, fellow recruits! Do you have what it takes to pull of the ultimate heist in the world? If you do, then take this chance to experience the ultimate heist you could ever be a part of (legally!).

Starting from 25th June to 10th July, the Joint Economic Area (JEA)-Malaysian branch is all set to welcome visitors to participate in “Money Heist: Korea” right here in Kuala Lumpur. Do you need to audition? Absolutely not! Just walk right into the building situated in No.7, Jalan Batai.

At the foyer, you will be greeted by the massive “Hahoe” mask sculpture as worn by the characters of the new Netflix series and the interactive installation that serves as the Korean la banda. A quick change into your red jumpsuit and mask—which you can take home, by the way—and you will be guided into the Professor’s classroom where you will be briefed on the “The Plan” by the mastermind himself.

The moment you head upstairs, there’s no turning back! The heist begins with a treasure hunt in Tokyo’s room, then advance into Rio’s room to hack the JEA’s computer. Sharpen your observation skills as you’re going to need it once you enter Nairobi’s money-printing room.

And an advice to all recruits, if you want to even catch a glimpse of your prize, you better keep the items you get from each room. Unlock the vault with them and you’ve reached your goal—that mountain of sweet, cold cash right at your fingertips.

Open on weekdays (6pm to 10pm) and weekends (10am to 10pm). RSVP now at their website and prepare to embark on the mission of a lifetime. Hwaiting!!!

Neetashini Kanendran contributed to this article


Joe Flizzow Goes On Selfie-spree At MTV EMAs In Spain

Not only did Malaysian hip-hop star Joe Flizzow becomes the 1st Malaysian to take home the award for Best Southeast Asia Act at MTV European Music Awards (MTV EMAs), but he also seems to have tons of great fun at the prestigious event in Bilbao, Spain last night!

The “Sampai Jadi” singer was wearing a navy blue suit designed by local designer S. Bahar with his signature black sunglasses at the award ceremony. During the event, the 38-year-old rapper managed to snap photos with some of the biggest stars from Hollywood including Lindsay Lohan, Dua Lipa, and Terry Crews.

In a video posted on Joe’s Instagram, Terry even jokingly said that he will be coming to Malaysia very soon to hang out with Joe, and he will be teaching him some poppin pecs move!

Other than the aforementioned stars, Joe also had selfies with rapper and radio host Sway Calloway, English-Spanish electronic band Crystal Fighters, and Spanish presenter Johann Wald. He also saw pop queen Janet Jackson at a very close distance and not to mention seeing Nicki Minaj and Hailee Steinfeld live on stage.

“I am truly humbled and blessed I had the entire Malaysia supporting me. I hope this win will inspire the younger generation to never stop believing in their dreams and to work hard in trying to achieve their goals. I also want to dedicate this award to my family, my team at Sony Kartel and my manager Yaniz Merican. Thank you for your loyalty and dedication. And of course, the fans for their undying love and support,” Joe said in a statement.


Aliff Syukri Has A New Raya Song; Netizens Fear That KL Will Flood

Dato’ Sri Aliff Syukri is back with another Hari Raya song to jam! Last night, he took to Instagram to share a snippet of his upcoming single called “Cak Kun Cak Raya”, just in time to celebrate the festive season.

In the video posted on his socials, Aliff and the male dancers were dressed in what appears to be a spandex bodysuit, replacing the traditional Baju Melayu outfit. As revealed by the singer himself, the official music video for the song will drop next week.

“Make way for the number one trending Raya song for 4 years in a row – ‘Cak Kun Cak Raya’. Hopefully, this song will be the ray of sunshine for you to celebrate the upcoming festive season. From, Malaysia’s number one artiste,” the D’Herbs founder wrote in the caption.

Unsurprisingly, the teaser has caused a huge outcry among netizens. A lot of them were frowning on the bodysuit outfit donned by Aliff and his dancers in the video. “Is it flooding this Raya? You look like you’re standing by to take a dip,” fashion designer Hatta Dolmat questioned. “Do you want to celebrate Raya or to go swimming? Can we postpone this year’s Hari Raya?” another netizen wrote. Others even compared them to Power Rangers!

It looks like Aliff hasn’t learned from the past controversy surrounding his “Kelepuk Raya” MV last year.

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#StarWars: Feel The Force Awaken In This Brilliant Mall Prank!

What happens when you get a bunch of people to pretend that they’ve been attacked by an invisible force in a public shopping mall?

An epic “Star Wars” prank, that’s what ;)

Ahead of the release of “Star Wars: The Force Awakens“, a group of pranksters succeeded in fooling unsuspecting shoppers with their elaborate prank involving tonnes of people pretending to be thrown to the floor by an “invisible” force.

The pranks took place at multiple shopping malls in Malaysia, including The Curve, Ikano Power Centre (IPC), One Utama, Mid Valley, and Nu Sentral. Appoximately 60 to 70 people were involved in carrying out the prank as they coordinately fell down to the floor when a man in a hooded jacket unleashed his “force” with the swish of his hands.

As shown in the prank video, many innocent shoppers were horrified by the stunt. Some shoppers ran away in fear while the rest stood still and tried to get a grasp on the whole situation.

The footage immediately went viral and received international coverage on Mirror.co.uk, the online edition of UK tabloid The Daily Mirror. Cinema Online reported that the prank was a collaboration project between MaxmanTV and ABOI TV. Maybank apparently got on board for the prank as well.

Wessley C. A. Danker, a former editorial intern of Cinema Online, is one of the pranksters from ABOI TV.

As ABOI TV are an upcoming group of pranksters seeking for opportunities, MaxmanTV initially assigned this task to us where we had to carry out this prank but on a smaller scale.

When asked whether they’ve faced any challenges in carrying out the prank, Wessley said, “Only by the security guards where they questioned whether we had permission to shoot in the premises, which we did.”

As of time of writing, the video has been viewed on MaxmanTV’s Facebook page over 163 thousand times.`

Wessley told Cinema Online that the prank was a success and the team was “overjoyed with the response”. He added:

We feel absolutely overwhelmed and thrilled that the video was watched and shared hundreds of times. These unexpected outcomes have motivated us to bring more pranks to the table and bring Malaysia to the next level.

Maxman TV is the same team of people who posted a heartwarming video of themselves helping a homeless man. They also did a prank video where Malaysian professional rally-racing driver Leona Chin dressed up as “a nerdy learner” and gave rookie driving instructors a scare with her “horrible” driving skills.

“Star Wars: The Force Awakens” is slated for release on 17th December 2015.

For more information, visit the movie’s official website and Facebook page.


Get To Know The 9 Characters In A Wrinkle In Time

Ever since the first trailer for “A Wrinkle In Time” debut, there’s been a feverish pitch of excitement for this film.

Many of you sci-fi nerds probably had your first exposure to this fantasy genre through Madeleine L’Engle’s classic 1962 novel. “A Wrinkle In Time” centres on 13-year-old Meg, who travels across dimensions in search of her father, after he mysteriously went missing.

“(The movie is) about knowing that you’re going to go through dark spaces in your life. You’re not going to be perfect, but the most important thing is not trying to please anybody. It’s loving yourself inside out,” said Storm Reid (who plays Meg in the film).

“My overall vision for the film is to create with a fantastic team of artists and craftspeople something visually stunning, something that reverberates within you when you see it, something that sticks to your ribs,” revealed director Ava DuVernay. The critically-acclaimed filmmaker made history when she became the first woman of colour in history to be given a US$100 million budget.

Featuring a stellar cast that comprises of Oprah Winfrey, Mindy Kaling, Reese Witherspoon, and Chris Pine, we thought it’d be fun to get in depth with the colourful characters in “A Wrinkle In Time”.

Meg’s father, Dr. Alex, is a physicist, researching the mysteries of the space/time continuum, specifically five-dimensional means of travel between planets. He only enters the story three quarters through the novel. Before that, Mr. Murry only existed in Meg’s childhood memories.

Dr. Kate Murry is a microbiologist. Known for her physical attractiveness, academic and scientific accomplishments, Meg always had a bit of inferiority complex towards her mum – half in loving admiration, half in sullen resentment.

Newcomer Storm Reid stars as middle school student Meg, who struggles with issues of self-worth and has trouble fitting in. As the daughter of two world-renowned physicists, she is both intelligent and uniquely gifted, but she hasn’t realise it yet. During her journey in search of her father, Meg will be introduced to three celestial guides. They are Mrs Whatsit, Mrs Who, and Mrs Which. With the ability to travel at will across large stretches of time and space, these immortals can change forms at will.

Mrs. Whatsit was first discovered by Meg’s brother Charles Wallace in the woods. As the youngest of the Mrs Ws, Mrs. Whatsit is known to be the most humanlike and best at interacting with the children. In the book, the kids were able to witness Mrs. Whatsit transform into a centaur-like winged being on the planet Uriel.

Out of the trio, Mrs. Who always seems to be the most vague. That’s because everything she says is a quotation from somewhere else. She communicates in Latin, Spanish, Italian, German, French, Portuguese and Greek, notably quoting William Shakespeare, Pascal, Dante, Seneca, A. Perez, Horace, Cervantes, Delille, Euripides, the Bible and Goethe. According to Mrs. Whatsit, Mrs. Who has trouble verbalising in her own words.

As the leader of the three beings, Mrs. Which is the wisest and most powerful of the three Mrs. Ws. Although Mrs. Which is not immediately as friendly as Mrs. Whatsit, she cares deeply about fighting the good fight. Thanks to her vast knowledge in tesseract travel, Mrs. Which is usually the one who assist the group, especially Meg, by giving problem-solving clues during their travels.

Even though Charles Wallace is the youngest of four Murry siblings, this prodigy is the most gifted. At five years old, Charles Wallace talks like a professor and thinks like a psychic and a physicist. The young genius also possesses the ability to empathically or telepathically “read” certain people’s thoughts and feelings.

As a tall and thin 14-year-old high school junior, Calvin O’Keefe is one of the popular boys. Despite being well-accepted in public, his own family neglects him. When he befriends Meg, he soon assumes the role of her protector during their journey together. Just like Charles Wallace, Calvin is also able to communicate telepathically – a technique referred to as kything.

The Man with Red Eyes is a being with piercing crimson eyes and appears human. As the Prime Coordinator on Camazotz, he is part of the evil that holds Dr. Alex Murry hostage. He explains that IT (a bodiless telepathic brain) communicates through him.

“A Wrinkle In Time” debuts in local cinemas on 8th March 2018.

Sources: Hollywood Reporter, Shmoop, Wikipedia.

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The Sims: 5 Of The Most Messed Up Things Gamers Have Done In The Game

Contrary to popular believe, there’s a hidden but mutual understanding amongst gamers that The Sims isn’t really about getting a career, family and luridly wallpapered house. To most, The Sims is about putting the characters in swimming pools and then getting rid of the ladder before watching them swim aimlessly to their deaths.

“The Sims is a life simulation,” the game would remind gamers disapprovingly, when the death toll in your household approached genocide levels. But death is inevitable, it is a part of life, as, unfortunately, are slapstick injuries involving hired clowns and hot tubs.

An Ask Reddit recently asked gamers to share the most messed up things they’ve done in The Sims, and they sure didn’t disappoint. Here are some of our favourite responses:

I was always too lazy to actually build my own home from scratch and so whenever I started a new file, my immediate goal was to move into the nicest house already on the map. Well I scoped it out, and a nice couple lived there. So, naturally, I:

It’s not too sadistic per-se, but it involved a lot of deaths.

I wanted to make a church with a full, complete graveyard. So I built a small, simple structure moved in a family of 8, get them all inside, remove the door, fill with fire. Yay, 8 new tombstones!

Repeat like 9 times, and you’ve got a full graveyard of tombstones. Then I built the church and moved in a priest to live there and tend to the grounds.

Unfortunately for the priest, the grounds had been tainted by the dark rituals of the past and several dozen ghosts would materialise every night. Tormented by the crowds of spectres, he himself died three days later due to never being able to sleep.

“So, in my most recent Sims playthrough, I found this girl that I really wanted my Sim to marry. Problem is she already had a husband, so rather than just doing the (relatively) normal thing and just increasing the relationship and convincing her to break up with him, I instead became best friends with her husband, convinced him to move in with me, and then drowned him in a pool so I could marry his wife.

“Then I moved in with his wife (who lived in a HUGE mansion) and killed the rest of her family because I didn’t feel like taking care of the other Sims that she lived with but I still wanted the house.”

“Okay, so I make lots of friends with my Sims, then I invite all of them over, and lead them into a room in my backyard.

“The room has a refrigerator, sink, toilet, and bed. Then my sim leaves and I delete the door. I have 10+ in there already and am waiting for people to come over. I want the whole city in there.

“After a while the sims decide they’re done at your house and want to leave so they keep saying “goodbye!” while waving, but since they can’t leave its a monotonous chant of them saying ‘goodbye goodbye goodbye GOODBYE’. It’s hilarious.”

“In Makin’ Magic I had a brilliant dog called AJ who was loved by the whole family. He never had an off day and brought sheer joy to his owners. Decided to train my wizardry and get the spell that allowed you to turn pets into humans, so AJ could be even more a part of the family.

“He turned out to be the biggest f*cking a**bag as a person and was abusive to his family, so we had to take care of him. I built a monolithic tomb, and trapped him inside. The family stood out front playing music to him as he slowly starved. They bought a new dog and played with it happily outside his eternal resting place to torture his trapped soul. Eventually a dragon burnt down the house and killed them all.”

Oh, what a game. Personally, we love playing The Sims and we’ve got a secret or two of our own too. Share yours with us in the comments section.

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Contest: Experience Nights of Fright 7 At Sunway Lagoon For Free

Be cautious, be afraid cause Malaysia’s Premier Festival of Fear is set to return with “Nights of Fright 7”.

Following our “Sharknado Alive!” giveaway 2 months ago, we’re offering you another chance to put your bravery to the test. Thanks to our friends from Sunway Lagoon, Hype is selecting 20 winners to experience “Nights of Fright 7” for free.

Ready to enter a world fuelled by screams? The theme park at Bandar Sunway has 8 Haunted Houses and 1 Haunted Theatre that will creep you and your friends out. They include:

The details to Sunway Lagoon’s latest “Nights of Fright 7” are as follows:

Each winner will received ONE PAIR of admission passes. Do note that the validity is one-day only on 4th October 2019 (Friday).


Hype’s Must Watch: Unbroken

In case you haven’t heard, Angelina Jolie has tried a hand at helming a war film and apparently, she has done quite well, we hear! In fact, according to TIME, Universal Pictures expects the movie to gross approximately USD17 million to USD19 million at the box office by the end of the Christmas weekend.

“Unbroken” is a 2014 American war drama film, produced and directed by Angelina Jolie, and based on the 2010 non-fiction book by Laura Hillenbrand, “Unbroken: A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption”. The film revolves around the life of USA Olympian and athlete Louis “Louie” Zamperini, portrayed by Jack O’Connell.

As a boy, Louis “Louie” Zamperini is always in trouble, but with the help of his older brother, he turns his life around and channels his energy into running, later qualifying for the 1936 Olympics. When World War II breaks out, Louie enlists in the military. After his plane crashes in the Pacific, he survives an incredible 47 days adrift in a raft, until his capture by the Japanese navy. Sent to a POW (prisoner of war) camp, Louie becomes the favourite target of a particularly cruel prison commander. And “Unbroken” is his true story.

See the pictures from the production of “Unbroken” here:

Whether you’re a fan of Angelina Jolie or not, “Unbroken” is not a film that you’d want to pass up on. No siree!

“Unbroken” will be released in a cinema near you on 5th February 2015.

For more information, visit the movie’s official website.


Talented Malaysian Baker Puts A Twist on ‘Batik’ Cake

Malaysians are rather familiar with the delightful classic of ‘kek batik’ but this baker takes it literally with her craft!

Keem Ooi is a self-taught baker who puts a Malaysian twist to her baked goods, pictured here with her Swiss rolls! Look at that intricate batik design on the cakes… however make no mistake, this isn’t kek batik though! ;)

What turned out to be a humble Raya gift to her Muslim friends went viral on social media once netizens caught sight of the masterpiece! Imagine being able to have a slice of that along with your Raya food spread… we are just drooling at the thought of it!

Being self-taught, passion and talent are Keem’s only driving forces when it comes to baking. Despite only being a side gig, we can clearly see from her many works on her Instagram page (@keempossible) that the amount of effort she puts in is no slice of cake!

What are your thoughts on the literal Batik cake? After looking at all of these, we decided that we absolutely loaf everything that Keem puts out!

Guess we’ll be kneading more from her…. ;)

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Lauryn Hill To Face Prison Time

Last year, singer Lauryn Hill pleaded guilty to not paying federal taxes on the USD1.8 million she earned from 2005 till 2007. At that time, her attorney said that she would pay more than USD500,000 by the time of sentencing. Guess how much she has paid so far? A judge confirmed two weeks ago that Lauryn Hill has only paid about USD50,000.

She is now facing sentencing on federal tax charges. The 37-year-old Grammy award-winning singer faces up to a year in prison on each of three counts. Her attorney is seeking probation for her, citing that Lauryn has recently signed a recording contract with Sony that will help her pay her taxes. She has also made a song available on iTunes over the weekend.

In any case, let’s hope that works out for her because she has only two weeks now to pay the remaining USD504,000 in tax money.

Lauryn Hill has been sentenced to three months in prison and an additional three months in home confinement for failing to pay taxes. Initially, she had faced a maximum sentence of one year each on three counts. Her attorney had sought probation.

It’s not clear when or where she’d report to prison.


#RIPTommyPage: Former Pop Star Found Dead; NKOTB Mourns, Family Releases Statement

Tommy Page, an American singer-songwriter who later became a record company executive, publisher of Billboard magazine, a vice president at Pandora and an executive at The Village Voice, has died.

The news was confirmed by both The Village Voice and Billboard.

The 46-year-old former pop star was found dead in New York on Friday (3rd March). The cause of death is still unknown but according to reports from several friends, it was an apparent suicide.

As a pop star, Tommy enjoyed a remarkable career in the music industry. He’s most well known for his #1 hit, “I’ll Be Your Everything“, which was written by him, along with New Kids on the Block’s (NKOTB) Jordan Knight and Danny Wood. He’s also known to be closely associated to NKOTB, having worked with them on their music back in 1989.

NKOTB has since taken to social media to send their thoughts and prayers.

The reminders of how precious life is, are all around us. Yet, we so often take the present moment for granted.

— Donnie Wahlberg (@DonnieWahlberg) March 5, 2017

“We are all mourning the loss of our friend and colleague Tommy Page. He was a magnetic soul and a true entertainer. Our thoughts are with his family,” said Billboard Entertainment Group President John Amato.

Despite holding so many titles in the music industry, Tommy continued to record and perform regularly, particularly in Asia. He was last here in Malaysia “Retrofest Asia 2015” in Sunway Lagoon.

As a songwriter and record executive, he helped guide the careers of other artistes including Alanis Morissette, Michael Buble, and Green Day. Closer to home, he worked with Malaysian singer and actress Amy Mastura to release a duet titled, “The Best Part”. It was released in 1996.

His family has also released a statement on his passing. “It is with great sadness that we mourn the loss of our beloved Tommy Page who passed away this weekend. Tommy was a devoted father, husband, brother and son. He was loved by all of those he touched and will be sorely missed. Please respect our privacy at this time of deep sorrow,” the statement read.

Tommy leaves behind his partner Charlie and their 3 children.

Sources: Billboard (1), Billboard (2), The Village Voice, FOX, NKOTB / Featured image: Billboard.

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Grab To Lay Off 360 Employees Due To Covid-19 Pandemic

It seems like the Covid-19 outbreak is taking its toll even on e-hailing companies, including Grab Holdings Inc as well.

Grab co-founder and CEO Anthony Tan recently released a statement, confirming that the company is forced to lay off about 360 people, or slightly under 5% of its employees.

In his statement, Tan wrote, “Since February, we have seen the stark impact of Covid-19 on businesses globally, including ours. At the same time, it has become clear that the pandemic will likely result in a prolonged recession and we have to prepare for what may be a long recovery period.”

“Over the past few months, we have reviewed all costs, cut back on discretionary spending as well as implemented salary cuts for senior management. Despite that, we understand that we still have to be leaner as an organisation in facing the challenges of the post-pandemic economy,” he continued.

Tan further added that Grab is planning to terminate a few “non-core projects”, consolidate functions for greater efficiency and also lessen team sizes. It is also redistributing more resources to its on-demand delivery verticals. “We were able to save many jobs through this redeployment method and it helped limit the scope of the reduction exercise to just under 5%,” shared the CEO.

The good news is, the laid off workers will not leave the office empty-handed. In this case, they will receive several compensation including severance pay, enhanced separation salary, medical insurance coverage until the end of the year; encashment of unused annual leave and GrabFlex credits, just to name a few.

For those interested, check out the full statement from Tan here.


New “Mulan” Trailer Unveils Jet Li And 2 New Villains

The new trailer for the highly anticipated Disney live adaptation, “Mulan”, is here. In it gave us a first look into Jet Li’s characters and 2 new villains.

The trailer released yeasterday (5th December 2019), showed us Jet Li all dressed up as the emperor of China and how his fellow cast members will look in the movie. Not only that, the trailer has also gave us an insight on how the adaptation’s story will differ from the original animated film.

Check out the official poster for @DisneysMulan. Tune in tomorrow morning to watch the brand new trailer! #Mulan pic.twitter.com/rh8Lb8aPeJ

The film that is directed by New Zealand film director, Niki Caro, stars Liu Yifei (also known as Crystal Liu) in the titular role of Hua Mulan. The story will revolve around Mulan, who disguises herself as a man to protect her family and China from the northern invaders.

Although, the new adaptation shared the same premise as the 1998 animated film, there are still some notable differences that can be found between the two. One difference is the inclusion of a new villain – a shapeshifting witch named Xian Lang played by Gong Li. She will work alongside the original villain of the series, Bori Khan played by Jason Scott Lee, to invade China.

Another addition to the adaptation is Mulan’s sister, Hua Xiu played by Xana Tang, who didn’t exist in the animated version. Other cast members include Donnie Yen as Mulan’s mentor, Commander Tung, Yoson An as soldier Chen Honghui and potential love interest; Tzi Ma as Mulan’s aging father, Rosalind Chao as her mother, and Jet Li as the emperor of China.

But one character that will be absent from the 2020 flick is Mushu, Mulan’s guardian from the animated film. Instead, according to the trailer it seems that Mulan’s new guardian will be a phoenix, however, no information have been given on how the phoenix will fit into the plot at the moment.

Check out the trailer right now in the video below:

“Mulan” is set to be release in cinemas on 27th March 2020.

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(UPDATE) #LegendaCun: Watsons Malaysia Criticised For Racist Blackface Advert

Watsons Malaysia has released its newest Raya advert on Facebook and people are not impressed. Many criticised the company for being racist and insensitive.

The 15-minute video follows a rich, handsome man named Saudagar Kaya Al-Kazam who holds an audition called “Legenda Cun Raya” to find the woman behind the beautiful voice that appears in his dreams.

The audition is open to all the ladies and it sees the participation of princesses and beauties around the world. The woman who possess the voice in his dreams finally appears but when she removes her veil, Al-Kazam is shocked and terrified by her “blackface”.

“Oh my gosh! Where are the lights? She is actually dark?” he said.

Just in case you didn’t know, blackface was a style of entertainment based on black stereotypes that gained popularity in the mid-19th century. Today, blackface is considered both derogatory and racist.

Despite her dark look, Al-Kazam announces her as the winner of the audition. This time, she appears “more beautiful” and tells him that she “just want to test his sincerity”.

First things first, people with dark skin are not ugly. As a multicultural country, us Malaysians have varying shades of tans. Thus, equating dark skin to being unattractive, so much so that it results in abject horror and sheer disgusted (as seen in the video) is not cool. Also, Raya adverts are supposed to bring people together, not discriminate their skin colour.

Facebook user Deborah Wong commented, “This (advert) is incredibly tasteless, insensitive, and racist. Do you really have no better way to express ‘ugliness’ than being black? Are people born with dark skin supposed to feel insecure and unhappy about the skin they’re born in just so you can sell a few more whitening products?”

We’re very disappointed in you, Watsons Malaysia.

Watsons Malaysia has removed the “Legenda Cun Raya” video following backlash from netizens and in its place, an official apology.

In a post on their Facebook page, Watsons Malaysia explained the “concept” behind their controversial Raya ad before going on to say, “We stand firm on the belief that unity and fairness plays an important role, and we respect people from all nationalities. The video was shot to highlight the Legend and its moral values of inner beauty and that true love exists. We are sorry that some of our fans feel offended by the video which was not our intention. We take feedback from our fans seriously.”

Watsons Malaysia has issued yet another public apology on their Facebook page, this time, authorised and undersigned by Watsons Malaysia’s General Manager and Country Head Caryn Loh. Caryn expressed deep regret in her statement, acknowledging that the “Legenda Cun Raya” video was not “in-line with the values we hold dearly in Malaysia”. She went on to say, “On behalf of Watsons Malaysia we humbly seek your forgiveness and deeply regret any harm that we have caused.”

In other news, here are some feel-good Raya adverts made in 2016 to soothe your anger.


Jordan Chan Is Bringing His “Stop Angry” Tour To Malaysia

Hong Kong singer Jordan Chan (陈小春) may include Malaysia in its currently ongoing “Stop Angry” tour which recently took place in Singapore over the weekend.

Concert organiser IME Malaysia teases its readers by posting a poster of Angry Bird with the tagline “Stop Angry” at the top, while asking its readers to stay tune for more details.

Yiiii…Yiiii…Coming Soon Stay Tuned iMeMY #iMeMY #iMe #staytuned #angerbird

A post shared by  IME MY (@ime.malaysia) on May 12, 2019 at 9:03pm PDT

The hints from the poster are quite obvious as Jordan Chan’s current tour is titled “Stop Angry” and the Angry Bird, Red in the poster is donning the exact hairstyle as Chan from his tour poster.

Thus, it is confirmed that Chan will be coming to Malaysia soon, but the venue and dates have not been announced yet.

#陳小春stopangry巡回演唱會 下一站 5月11 新加坡

A post shared by  應釆兒 (@yingcaier) on May 6, 2019 at 9:06pm PDT

“Stop Angry” is inspired from his son Jasper’s quote in “Where Are We Going, Dad” (爸爸去哪儿) Season 5. The quote also inspires one of Jordan’s latest song, also titled “Stop Angry”.

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(UPDATE) #GalaxyNote7: Samsung Officially Announces Discontinuation Of Smartphone

After weeks of controversy surrounding its Galaxy Note 7, South Korean multinational conglomerate company Samsung has officially pulled the plug on the smartphone.

The premium flagship phone, which was launched in August this year to much fanfare, received highly positive reviews. However, in just a matter of weeks after its release, reports of the Note 7 catching fire began to surface. The cause of the fire is believed to have been due to its defective batteries, which causes the phone to overheat.

Various airlines including Philippines’ Cebu Pacific, Singapore Airlines, and Australia’s Qantas, Virgin Australia, AirAsia, and AirAsiaX banned the usage and charging of the device onboard all flights until further notice. Some of the world’s largest cruise lines including Carnival and Royal Caribbean International, Costa Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Princess Cruises, Seabourn Cruise Line, CDF Croisieres de France, and Disney Cruise Line also imposed a ban on the Note 7.

On 2nd September, Samsung issued a recall of the original device and began shipping out replacement Note 7s. However, those too proved to be a fire risk when several replacement Note 7s spontaneously caught fire. Following which, the company immediately made a global call for all carrier and retail partners to stop sales and exchanges of the phone, and advised all consumers of either the original Note 7 or supposedly safe replacement Note 7 to power down and stop using the device.

Samsung also announced that they were ceasing production of the phone temporarily while they carry out investigations on the glitchy device.

And now, barely 24 hours after the worldwide recall was issued, the beleaguered Note 7 is permanently discontinued. Taken off the product range. Gone. Dead. In an official statement, Samsung said, “Taking our customer’s safety as our highest priority, we have decided to halt sales and production of the Galaxy Note 7.”

It is a hard pill to swallow, coupled with the fact that this is happening on the day the company is seeing its biggest one-day decline in shares in 8 years. Furthermore, Samsung’s global recall of 2.5 million Note 7s could end up costing as much as USD17 billion, according to analysts.

And whether or not this will affect the Note 7’s would be successor (Note 8?) or put consumers off the brand completely remains to be seen.

Galaxy Note 7 owners in Malaysia, listen up!

Samsung Malaysia Electronics (SME) Sdn Bhd is offering the option of refund or exchange to the Samsung Galaxy S7edge for the pre-order owners provided that they return their current Samsung Galaxy Note 7 accordingly. The pre-order owners will expect to be contacted from 13th October 2016 onwards by Samsung Customer Service, related mobile network operators or participating retail partners respectively on the details of the refund or exchange program.

For further inquiries, contact Samsung Malaysia’s Careline at 1-800-88-7799.

Sources: WSJ, International Business Times, The Verge, CNN Money.


Couple Gets Wrongly Called Out After Being Spotted With Covid-19 Wristbands

A couple in Penang raised concern among netizens after a photo of them wearing what appeared to be the Covid-19 wristband went viral on social media over the weekend.

However, the police have since confirmed that the duo are not persons under surveillance (PUS). The actual report stated that the pink bracelets are actually tags to enter a dog cafe.

According to Timur Laut police chief, Assistant Commissioner Soffian Santong, the police took swift action in tracking down the 21-year-old factory worker and the 25-year-old shop assistant after they received the report at 3:25pm. Both of them were called in by the cops to assist with the investigation.

“The couple said they had visited a pet shop at New World Park at 12:30pm on Sunday (2nd August). They clarified that the pink wristbands with the words “Husky And The Gang” were provided by the employees there,” Soffian said in a statement.

The duo then admitted that the individuals in the viral picture were indeed them. They explained that they didn’t take off the tags because they had plans to return to the pet cafe later in the evening.

The duo added that they went to Bukit Bendera to buy a pair of tickets at 3pm. But since they had to wait longer than expected, the couple cancelled their plan and went to a shopping mall instead. That was the moment when they were spotted for allegedly breaking the rule at the funicular train station.

Based on the background check with the Ministry of Health (MoH), their names are not in the PUS list.

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#WhoWillWin: #BatmanvSuperman #DawnofJustice Takes Centre Stage At Pavilion

This school holidays, Pavilion KL in partnership with Warner Bros. Consumer Products (WBCP), on behalf of DC Entertainment, present an epic universe of the World’s Greatest Super Heroes in the ultimate face-to-face between DC Comics Super Heroes Batman and Superman.

Shoppers will be encouraged to explore the technology and power of Gotham City and Metropolis from 10th March to 27th March 2016, which is a lead up to the release of Warner Bros. Pictures’ highly anticipated action-adventure film “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” on 24th March 2016.

For the first time ever in Malaysia, stand face-to-face with a life-sized statue display of Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman from the film.

A life-sized replica display of the Batmobile from the film also makes its first appearance in Malaysia, which will give fans a chance to see up close why the iconic vehicle has earned its reputation as the apex predator on the mean streets of Gotham City.

Throughout the campaign, fans of Batman and Superman will have the opportunity to experience and celebrate the 2 Super Heroes through special activities on social media, cosplay appearances and competition, as well as arm wrestling matches.

Specially-curated collectibles produced by Prime 1 Studio (Japan) and Hot Toys (Hong Kong) are also on display alongside posters of the official movie trailer.

Other activities include a Warner Bros. Consumer Products merchandise zone by the DC Comics Super Heroes store; an interactive photo booth and a game area with 2 games inspired by “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice”.

Shoppers are encouraged to be part of the greatest super hero battle by participating in the #WhoWillWin social contest.

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Help your superhero win by taking a selfie with his life-sized statue display at the Centre Court and post it onto Instagram with #WhoWillWin and #BatmanPavilionKL or #SupermanPavilionKL (depending on the side you choose), tagging @PavilionKualaLumpur on Instagram. Stand to win exclusive merchandises!

Shoppers will also stand a chance to win exclusive “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” branded merchandise with a minimum spend of RM300 charged to RHB credit card at specialty stores.

For more information, visit Pavilion KL’s website or Facebook page.


Yay! Jason Mraz Is Returning To Kuala Lumpur For Good Vibes Tour

Malaysian fans, your prayer have been answered. Jason Mraz is returning to Malaysia next month!

If you recall, when the Grammy-winning artist announced his 2019 Asia tour last year, only 6 countries were included. And Malaysia wasn’t one of them. So this news definitely comes as a surprise.

On tour now. Join us: jasonmraz.com/events (Photos: @kikivassilakis)

A post shared by  Jason Mraz (@jason_mraz) on Dec 3, 2018 at 11:18am PST

The singer-songwriter’s “Good Vibes” tour will follow his 6th studio album “Know”, which was released in August 2018. “Good vibes is good vibrations; it’s being a constant source of good energy, and I didn’t want to just limit it to the album. By the time we come here next year, the album will be almost a year old and I really wanted to bring all the albums with me,” Mraz explained why he called his concert “Good Vibes”.

He added, “The whole point is to lose ourselves in song and to harmonise and connect as humans, because life can be very hard and challenging, but music is a way for us to connect to our true selves, as natural, spiritual beings. Music allows us to transcend all of that — that’s what good vibes is all about.”

The details to Jason Mraz’s “Good Vibes” tour in Kuala Lumpur are as follows:

Concert tickets will go on sale via MyTicket Asia on 2nd March 2019 (Saturday) from 10am onwards.

For all you Great Eastern LIVE GREAT card members, you’ll be entitled to an exclusive 15% off on all tickets when you make your purchase between 2nd – 8th March.

Card members will just enter the first 6 digit of their LIVE GREAT card to enjoy this privilege at https://myticket.asia.

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#Uniqlo: Largest Global Flagship Store In Singapore & In Southeast Asia To Open Late 2016

Japanese retail giant Uniqlo has a total of more than 1,600 stores in 16 markets worldwide including Japan, Australia, China, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Russia, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, UK, and the US.

But the one Uniqlo store that has always stood out amongst the rest is their global flagship store.

To date, there are currently 13 global flagship stores around the world, including in New York, London, Paris, and Shanghai. Soon, Uniqlo will be adding one more to the list as they’ve just announced that their first global flagship store in the Southeast Asia region is slated to open in the 2nd half of this year.

The new store will be located on Orchard Road in Singapore, the fashion hub of both Singaporean residents and international visitors. The Singapore global flagship store will provide an extensive range of the latest lines for women, men, kids and babies, in a sales area of approximately 2,700 square meters across 3 levels in the Orchard Central, the first and tallest vertical mall in Singapore.

Modelled on highly successful Uniqlo flagship stores around the world, customers will enjoy the best that Uniqlo has to offer, in a truly unique retailing setting – from the product range to the store’s interior and layout. Through its innovative, high-tech displays and extensive product lineup, the new Singapore global flagship store will serve as a launch pad to display the brand’s LifeWear to a wider audience.

The opening of a global flagship store in Singapore highlights its prominence in Uniqlo’s expansion plans worldwide and will add to global flagship stores in key locations today, including New York’s Fifth Avenue, London’s Oxford Street, and Ginza in Tokyo.  The latest Uniqlo global flagship store will create more than 300 jobs in Singapore.

To give you an idea of what you can expect from the global flagship store in Singapore, check out our coverage from the #MagicForAll launch in Shanghai’s global flagship store.

For more information, visit Uniqlo Singapore’s website.


7 Affordable Handbags That Make You Look Expensive!

While not every outfit needs a purse, most of them do! We all have that one everyday bag that we bring EVERYWHERE we go, but sometimes, it’s just nice to switch things up a little to match your fit. Say you’re going for a simple jeans and a t-shirt look today – you might wanna add a pop of colour to your outfit with a bright coloured bag; but if you’re going for an all-black outfit, you might wanna get something that compliments your monotone look.

However, finding a quality handbag at an affordable price point can be a challenge – you don’t want a cheap quality bag that will only last you a couple of months while it’s still in trend, and you don’t wanna spend a huge chunk of your savings on a bag just because of its designer label. Here, you’ll find the best affordable bags that will make you look *expensive* without breaking the bank.

With fashion trends coming in and out of vogue at a dizzying rate, it can be hard to pin down what kind of bag won’t go out of style. ‘Cesia’ by Charles & Keith is the perfect timeless and minimalistic bag that will be in your style rotation season after season. The design is simple yet effective, giving you that ‘old money’ feel that many people have been trying to emulate recently.

While you can never go wrong with the classics, it’s fun to go for the unconventional from time to time. Mew Mews’ Elvira Clear Glass Bag is the perfect accessory to make any outfit of yours stand out. A conversation starter, it is an homage to Coperni’s viral glass bag that took over last year’s red carpet. Sure, it’s breakable, but at least it won’t break your bank account!

With over 40 years in luxury fashion, Bob Oré Blue Collection is a luxury handbag brand from Beverly Hills, California that offers high quality leather handbags. One of their fan favourites is the Alexia Bag, which comes in multiple colourways to compliment different looks. The simple design of the bag is similar to the Hobo Bag – but better.

One of the most-wanted bags of the past few seasons, this leather crossbody bag by COS goes with literally everything! It boasts a slouchy crescent shape that fits a surprising amount inside. The simple design, the leather, the functionality, and the price make this a fashion staple for anyone’s wardrobe.

The micro bag trend is here to stay, and if you’ve been holding out, it’s time to give in to it and see just how many things you can fit into that tiny bag. Kapoor’s micro version of their famous Marty Bag is the perfect petite bag for you to add some fun to your fit. It comes in a selection of bright colourways, giving any outfit of yours just the right amount of oomph!

Another classy bag that isn’t going out of style anytime soon, the Annelise shoulder bag in pistachio-green is the perfect bag that will add some colour to your look without being too in-your-face. It also comes in orange, navy, and black, each adding a different feel to your outfits while still being classy.

If you’ve been following the fashion scene, you’ve probably seen IT Girls like Gigi Hadid and Hailey Bieber carrying these croissant-shaped hobo bags. The JW PEI Gabbi Bag has a distinct minimalist ’90s vibe, created with sustainable vegan leather made from recycled plastic bottles. A great shoulder bag to spice up any look, it comes in 18 bright colours!

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The Dawn Of The Mipsterz

Somewhere In America sees these fierce and stylish Muslim women rule the urban landscape on skateboards, in high heels and in hijabs to the sounds of a Jay-Z soundtrack!

According to their Facebook page, these women who go by Mipsterz or Muslim Hipsters, described themselves as individuals who seeks inspiration from the Islamic tradition of divine scriptures, volumes of knowledge, mystical poets, bold prophets, inspirational politicians, esoteric Imams, and our fellow human beings searching for transcendental states of consciousness. A Mipster is an ironic identity, one that serves more as a perpetual critique of oneself and of society.

Dressing in style and turning heads wherever they go, Abbas Rattani and Habib Yazdi of Sheikh & Bake Productions released a video of these Mipsterz showing off who they are to the beat of a Jay-Z single. However, the video was not welcomed by everyone as it sparked a discussion about what it means to be an American Muslim woman.

Despite mix reactions, where some find the video problematic because of the fashion-forward women that star in the film, others are admiring and supporting it for its appealing beauty and portrayal of Muslim women as modest, cool and fun.


“Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile” Review: A Feel-Good Movie That’ll Leave You Wanting More!

Hollywood has always given us a wide variety of talking animal live-action movies like “Dr Doolittle”, “Alvin and the Chipmunks”, “Stuart Little”, “Paddington” and much much more. But never once have they given us a non-talking (but singing!) animal live-action movie before!

Based on the classic children’s picture book by Bernard Waber, “Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile” is a live-action musical comedy that will sweep you off your feet with its awesome tunes and heartwarming, family-fun comedy!

The plot follows Lyle, a music-loving, scarf-wearing, singing crocodile – voiced by the none other Canadian pop-star Shawn Mendes – and his journey of love, family, and self-discovery. When the Primm family moves to New York City, their young son Josh (Winslow Fegley), soon finds out that Lyle the crocodile has been living in their attic, surviving solely on dumpster-dived food and good music.

Josh and Lyle soon became fast friends and thus begin the adventure of their lives. But when evil neighbor Mr Grumps (Brett Gelman of “Stranger Things“) threatens to break up the family, the Primms must work together to prove to the world that family can come from the most unlikely places.

The movie gives off a feel-good vibe right from the beginning with its lighthearted show tunes and jokes. And with the special appearance of Lyle the baby crocodile, viewers going into the movie knowing full well that a movie like this has a happy ending. The plot was unfortunately very predictable, but then again, it’s no Christopher Nolan! What did you expect?

Since the story was originally from a 1962 best-selling children’s book, the conversion from book to movie left quite a few gaps in the plot line. Started strong with the typical slow burn of introductions soon turned into a rushed climax, even skipping several moments we feel would be important to the plot line. But of course, the humorous moments and great tunes ultimately won us over, and Lyle the crocodile came crawling back into our hearts.

Although Lyle is the star of the movie, the crocodile did not utter a single word throughout the whole movie (apart from the occasional roars and shrieks) but instead speaks through songs he learned from a hand-me-down media player. Facial expressions and body language on Lyle were also very well utilised, successfully delivering Lyle’s emotions without the use of any words.

Fans of Shawn Mendes would be happy to know that the pop star did such an amazing job in the movie, giving us amazing tunes you would be stuck repeating for days! Songs like “Top Of The World” and “Take A Look At Us Now” are such bangers, there are already half a million views on YouTube, each! And the movie isn’t even technically out yet!

Although this is a musical-comedy, not all of the cast has a singing role. That is why it was so surprising when Mrs Primm (Constance Wu from “Crazy Rich Asians“) and Hector P. Valentin (Javier Bardem from “No Country for Old Men” and “Eat Pray Love”), started singing! Having several duets with Mendes throughout the movie, we forget that they are actually actors and not singers!

The rest of the cast did beautifully too, successfully delivering their roles with passion that ultimately made the movie better. And thanks to Fegley’s impeccable deep emotional acting, the movie is able to evoke a range of emotions out of audiences, from happy to sad and back to happy again!

As you can obviously see, this movie is heavily relied on CGI – Duh! The star is an 8-foot singing crocodile! – but it was so fantastically done to the point where you don’t think twice about it. There is even a scene where Lyle and Mr Primm (Scoot McNairy) literally had a wrestling match, pinning each other and rolling about. But it was so smoothly done, the CGI team deserves a show of hands! Not to mention there are many other beautifully-done CGI animals, like Loretta the Cat, other crocodiles in the zoo, and even a beat-boxing snake!

Viewers going into this movie can expect a full 1 hour and 46 minutes of fun, so bring your children and loved ones along for a better family-loving, experience! Fans of Shawn Mendes should also definitely check out his debut movie as his voice is better than ever! “Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile” is out in cinemas on 1st December. Check out the trailer here;

Puteri Teja contributed to this article.

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When the Primm family moves to New York City, their young son, Josh, struggles to adapt to his new school and friends. All of that changes when he discovers Lyle, a singing crocodile that loves baths, caviar and great music. The two become fast friends, but when evil neighbor Mr. Grumps threatens Lyle's existence, the Primms must band together to show the world that family can come from the most unexpected places.


RM1 Bank Note & 10 Sen Coin Worth RM6000 & RM500 Respectively?

Thinking of ways to make money? How about by selling some old cash? Recently, it was discovered that certain Malaysian bank notes and coins are worth several times over their original values!

If you still have some old bank notes and coins, it may be time to start perusing your collection. After all, it seems some of them have recently gone up in value and selling them to the right people will earn you a hefty amount. For instance, a certain RM1 note and a 10 sen coin are currently in high demand!

Avid collectors will know all about limited edition items and how much these will be worth. Well, as it turns out, these two currencies are currently worth quite a bit; particularly RM1 notes with the serial number CR7200000 and limited edition 10 sen coins issued in 1971. Malaysia Numismatic Society member Dickson Niew recently spoke to Harian Metro about the two items, explaining why they are in such high demand.

According to Dickson, many are hunting for the RM1 bank note which has the National Bank’s governor Tan Sri Ali Abu Hassan’s signature. The note and signature are allegedly special as he only held office for roughly a year and a half. The National Bank has reportedly withdrawn the notes, however, there are still 50,000 notes unaccounted for.

Dickson claims the note is worth about RM6000 a piece, RM3000 if it has been folded once and RM2000 if it has been folded twice. “Limited editions like the 10 sen coin minted in 1971 which has only 32,000 pieces are also in high demand with prices that can reach RM500 for a (coin) today,” he added. Another piece, the Sa-Ribu Ringgit issued in 1968 and signed by 1st Bank Negara governor Tun Ismail Mohamed Ali, can reach RM120,000 if uncreased.

The avid coin collector then shared that cleaning bank notes or coins was ill-advised as it might affect the currencies’ condition, leading to a decrease in its worth. “We would rather (appreciate) its authenticity despite it looking bad as it’s more interesting and worth more compared to if it were cleaned,” he said.

Well, who says old money is bad money? It might be time to start holding on to certain coins and notes, as they just might be in demand in the future!


#klia2: Ruptured Airport Fuel Line Causes Delays On 14 AirAsia X Flights

A ruptured fuel line has caused flights from the Kuala Lumpur International Airport 2 (klia2) to be delayed until tomorrow, according to AirAsia.

The low-cost airline, which operates only via klia2 in Kuala Lumpur, released an official statement via their Facebook page this evening. AirAsia said that the rupture has prevented aircraft from refuelling at all P bay gates at the airport.

The company also said that the incident occurred during maintenance work by Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB).

As such, a total of 4,564 guests on 14 AirAsia X flights departing between 6pm today (Tuesday, 11th October) and 1am tomorrow morning (Wednesday, 12th October) will be affected.

“AirAsia X sincerely apologises for any inconvenience caused.”

Meanwhile, MAHB is currently seeking advice from the operator of the fuelling aviation system on the rectification works of the ruptured fuel line. The airport operator explained that the incident happened during the scheduled pavement maintenance work at Gate P10, which affected the fuel pipeline at several aircraft parking bays at Pier P.

“Passengers may experience some inconvenience resulting from flights delays, as well as, some bussing services activation which is needed to ferry passengers to aircraft parked at remote bays. Only passengers travelling on AirAsia X are affected,” MAHB said.

“We will provide further updates as to when the situation can be resolved,” MAHB added.

Passengers who wish to contact AirAsia for further information and assistance can do so via these channels:

1. Live Chat at http://www.airasia.com/my/en/live-chat.page
2. E-form at https://eform.airasia.com/

For more updates, hit up AirAsia’s Facebook page.

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Welcome Home, Nayati!

He was abducted while walking to school on the 27th of April by two men in a black car. Immediately, word about his kidnapping swarmed the international news headlines, Twitter timelines, and Facebook news feeds. His father, Sham Moodliar made heart wrenching pleas repeatedly via video, Twitter (which then fueled the trending topic #FindNayatiMoodliar), and even through a Facebook page set up for the search.

Posters of the boy were seen all over town. And even our Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Najib Razak pleaded via Twitter, “I appeal as a father for Nayati not to be harmed in anyway”. and added that he has spoken Inspector-General Police to expedite the case:

It broke everyone’s hearts – young and old alike.

But just yesterday morning, it was confirmed that the 12-year-old Mont’ Kiara International School student, Nayati Moodliar, was found. Safe and sound:

Police sources confirmed that he was released unharmed at a R&R stop along the North South Expressway, near Sungai Buloh at 7:55am yesterday morning after several negotiations with the kidnappers on an undisclosed ransom amount. After coming to an agreement, Nayati was then given a handphone to call his parents after he was released.

He was then reunited with his family. And his dad made it a point to post an official statement on the Facebook page alongside posting up pictures of a well-looking Nayati on Twitter:

As of now, no arrests have been made but the police are still investigating the case under the Kidnapping Act. If and when the suspects are identified and therefore brought to court, they will receive the death sentence.

It was a crazy whirlwind for us all as Nayati disappeared without a trace from his parents’ sight. We’re just glad he’s back.

And walking home from Mont’Kiara International School like the brave, strong boy like he is.