This Luxury Train Ride Takes You On A Scenic Tour Of Southeast Asia Just Like In Europe

Your idea of a holiday could be a flight or bus ride to Singapore or Bangkok, but what if it could be a scenic train ride instead?
This vintage-looking train is the Eastern & Oriental Express:

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Eastern & Oriental Express (E&O) is operated by Belmond Ltd; the same company that operates the prestigious Venice Simplon-Orient-Express which travels through Europe.Unlike its European counterpart though, E&O takes passengers on a soothing ride through Southeast Asia instead.

Within its deep green-and-gold carriages, the E&O has all the facilities that turn it into a travelling luxury hotel

There are carriages for dining, sleeping, or lounging - whether it's in the bar car, library, or the large open-air observation deck.

Observation Deck lounge.
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Dining car.
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The open-air observation deck, in particular, seems to be the most popular place to be Instagrammed in

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Passengers can choose to lay their head down each night in one of three cabin options

Presidential Cabin.
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The three options are:- the more affordable Pullman Cabin (available for solo travellers as well),- the light and airy State Cabin, or- splurge on a Presidential Cabin that comes with WiFi connection and a minibar.All cabins are complete with en suite bathrooms and are fully air-conditioned.

State Cabin.
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Pullman Single Cabin.
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Unlike usual trains, the E&O offers a 'journey' rather than simple ol' train tickets

Each package includes accommodation, dedicated 24-hour steward service, and guided cruises or excursions at various stops along the way.Oh, and daily three- or four-course meals as well, including a continental breakfast served to you in your own cabin.

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There are four journeys on the E&O to choose from:- Kuala Lumpur to Bangkok (2D1N),- Bangkok to Kuala Lumpur (3D2N),- Bangkok to Singapore (4D3N), and- Singapore to Bangkok (3D2N).If you're looking to splurge a little more, then there's the Fables of Peninsula package. The 7D6N journey will take you on a languid, dreamy ride from Singapore all the way to Bangkok, Thailand.In addition to all the other perks, this package includes extra excursions and overnight stays at hotels in Cameron Highlands and Singapore.

So, if you'd like to splurge on yourself or someone special, you can book your getaway over here

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Packages prices start from USD2,700 (RM11,000) per passenger and are limited to a small number of passengers.


Video Pemain Malaysia Berdoa Sambil Menangis Ini Beri Rasa 'Goosebumps' Sampai Ke Tulang

Pasukan Harimau Malaya berjaya mara ke pusingan akhir kejohanan AFF Suzuki Cup 2018 semalam setelah terikat 2-2 dengan pasukan Thailand

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Jaringan peluru dari Syahmi Safari pada minit ke-28 dan rembatan kencang Norshahrul Idlan pada minit ke-71 sudah cukup untuk melayakkan pasukan Harimau Malaya ke pusingan akhir dengan kelebihan 'away goal'.Perlawanan semi final yang berlangsung di Stadium Rajamangala di Bangkok, Thailand malam semalam sememangnya penuh debaran bermula daripada minit pertama hingga ke detik terakhir.

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Harapan untuk ke final telah pudar pada minit-minit akhir perlawanan apabila pasukan Thailand dikurniakan sepakan penalti pada minit ke-93

Dua minit sebelum perlawanan berakhir, pasukan Thailand dikurniakan sepakan penalti hasil daripada kesalahan 'handball' oleh Syahmi Safari. Penyerang prolifik Thailand, Adisak Kraisorn menggalas tugas mengambil sepakan tersebut.Segalanya terletak dalam genggaman Adisak pada ketika itu. Jika sepakan penaltinya berjaya menerjah jaring gol dan menewaskan Farizal, pasukan Thailand secara automatik akan melangkah ke final kejohanan AFF Suzuki Cup 2018.

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Akan tetapi...

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Sepakan penalti Adisak melambung tinggi.Pasukan Harimau Malaya sekali gus layak ke final setelah wisel penamat dibunyikan oleh pengadil seminit selapas itu.

Lihat koleksi kemeriahan celebration pasukan kebangsaan setelah muncul sebagai pemenang:

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Setelah tamat perlawanan, para pemain sempat berkumpul di tengah padang untuk memanjatkan doa kepada Ilahi

Suasana dan ekspresi yang ditunjukkan para pemain pada masa ini amat memberi impak besar kepada setiap rakyat Malaysia yang menonton. Jelas terpancar di wajah mereka betapa besarnya makna untuk pergi ke perlawanan akhir kejohanan.Boleh menangis beb.

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Tahniah Harimau Malaya! Doa kami sebagai penyokong sentiasa mengiringi perjuangan anda. #MalaysiaBoleh

Sebelum mengakhiri artikel ini, apa kata kita layan dulu dua jaringan mantap dari Syahmi Safari dan Norshahrul Idlan di bawah:

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Beware Of These 'Survey Scammers' In Major Shopping Malls & Train Stations In Klang Valley

A schoolboy was coerced into paying RM30 for a pen by a group of scammers at a shopping mall in Cheras on Sunday, 29 October

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Facebook user Tan warned others about his recent experience when he was approached by a man and another woman near the MyTown Shopping Centre area. According to Tan, he was with three other friends when the man pulled him aside to write down his personal details at the pretence of asking him to be part of a survey. At the same time, the woman approached his friends to do the same. However, when they tried to leave after giving their personal details for the supposed survey, the couple demanded that Tan and his friends pay up a certain amount of money requested by them. The couple threatened the group of friends, saying that they will not let them go if they refuse to surrender their money as per their request.

"They will come to you and ask for your name, age, and all. They will sweet talk you and say it's a survey."

"But in the end, they will ask u to pay. Sorry. They will FORCE you to pay. Minimum RM20. They say they will give you free gift," he wrote in the post.Fearing that something bad might happen, Tan and his friends gave in to the request for money and he was given a pen as a "free gift"."A PEN FOR RM30! IT'S RIDICULOUS," he remarked.

Tan initially did not want to lodge a police report over the incident but he finally changed his mind at the urging of others

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Prior to making the police report yesterday, 30 October, Tan had also escalated the matter to the mall management.  He was told that the mall's security management has already been informed about the matter and that they are looking into other measures to address the issue.

It appears that this is not an isolated case, as quite a number of people have reached out to Tan to share their own experiences and encounters after learning about his ordeal on Facebook

Tan said that based on what he has learned, the MyTown and the nearby Cochrane MRT Station are one of the current "hotspots" where the scammers like to lurk around to prey on unsuspecting victims. "They are also said to be targeting people who are alone, groups of girls, and groups of teenagers. They have also been spotted at locations such as Pavilion, Sunway Velocity, Mid Valley, and CIMB Taman Connaught. Please be more aware.""They have also been spotted at KLCC, Times Square, LRT Titiwangsa, LRT Wangsa Maju, and LRT IOI Puchong Jaya," Tan said in another update.

Comments from netizens who shared about their own experiences.
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It was learned that this scam has been ongoing for a long time as the public has encountered such people who usually work in groups and operate using the same modus operandi over the years

One particular person even said that he has seen them about nine years ago at the Berjaya Times Square pedestrian bridge. Based on the accounts from those who have fallen victim to such scams, the scammers usually work in a group of two or three and they would pretend to conduct surveys as part of their fraud scheme.

They would approach unsuspecting bystanders at public spaces such as major shopping malls and train stations. These individuals are usually dressed casually and they do not have any kind of identification on them.

Once the targeted person give his or her personal details for the fake survey, the perpetrators would sometimes give an item such as a pen or a bracelet. The perpetrators would then ask how much would the person be willing to pay for the item, and the minimum amount is usually set at RM20.As the person writes down the amount he or she is willing to pay for the item, the perpetrators would pressure the victim into paying the amount that was written and they will receive the item as a "gift" in return. In most cases, people panic and give in to their demands. Some others said that they refused to pay and just walked away.

Many people, like Tan, had encountered these scammers at public places and they were pressured into making
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[PHOTOS] Meet Baku, The Denver Zoo's Second-Ever Endangered Malayan Tapir

On 8 May 2014, Denver Zoo Facebook page posted this picture of Malayan tapir calf Baku. Baku was born late in the evening of 29 April 2014.

He's finally here!
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Denver Zoo Malayan tapir calf Baku was born late in the evening of April 29, only the second birth of his species the zoo. Baku will remain behind the scenes in Toyota Elephant Passage while being cared for by his mother, Rinny, until they are comfortable enough to venture outdoors. Until then, visitors can see live, closed-circuit video of Baku on monitors inside Toyota Elephant Passage.

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Born to mother Rinny and father Benny, Baku, a male calf, is the second Malayan tapir, an endangered species native to Asia, to be born at the Denver zoo

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Rinny was born at Seattle's Woodland Park Zoo in 2007 and came to Denver Zoo from there in 2010. Benny was born at the City of Belfast Zoo in Ireland in 2006 and arrived at Denver Zoo from there in 2007. The two were paired under recommendation of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) Species Survival Plan (SSP) which ensures healthy populations and genetic diversity among zoo animals. Fortunately, the couple has proved to be an excellent match.

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"Baku" (BAH-koo) is the Japanese word for tapir. Baku are also supernatural spirits in Chinese and Japanese folklore that take children's nightmares away and protect against evil. They are often depicted as having some tapir-like physical characteristics.

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Although they are closely related to horses and rhinos, tapirs are similar in build to pigs, but significantly larger

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Though they are most closely related to horses and rhinos, tapirs are similar in build to pigs, but significantly larger. Malayan tapirs have a large, barrel shaped body ideal for crashing through dense forest vegetation. Their noses and upper lips are extended to form a long prehensile snout similar to a stubby version of an elephant’s trunk.

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Malayan tapirs are the largest of the four tapir species. They stand more than 3 feet tall and can stretch from between 6 to 8 feet long. On average they weigh between 700 and 900 pounds. They are also excellent swimmers and spend much of their time in water. They can even use their flexible noses as snorkels!

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Malayan tapir calves, like Baku, have a coat of spots and stripes designed to help camouflage them in he forest. As adults, they develop a distinctive color pattern with black front and back parts separated by a white or gray midsection.

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Once found throughout Southeast Asia, Malayan tapirs now inhabit only the rainforests of the Indochinese peninsula and Sumatra

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Malayan tapirs are the only tapir native to Asia. Once found throughout Southeast Asia, they now inhabit only the rainforests of the Indochinese peninsula and Sumatra. With a wild population of less than 2,000 individuals they are classified as endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) due to habitat loss and hunting.

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WATCH: Denver Zoo welcomes second-ever endangered Malayan tapir birth

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[CHECKLIST] Nak Balik Kampung? Semak Senarai Ini Sebelum Anda Bertolak!

1. Servis kereta anda untuk perjalanan yang selamat

TAYAR: Make sure tayar kereta tu masih boleh di pakai. Nanti susah nak handle jika jalan basah dan berminyak. Lagipun tayar botak ni merbahaya dan boleh mengakibatkan tayar pecah akibat pemanduan yang terlalu lama, tayar panas dan boleh meletup.

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TAYAR "balancing" dan "allignment". AIR WIPER perlu di isi dengan penuh. mana la tau kebetulan korang melalui jalan berdebu dan kotor.  AIRCON juga perlu diservis jika perlu.

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ENJIN – Sebaiknya kalau dah lebih 3 bulan, servis la kereta dengan menukar minyak hitam dan oil filter. Biar enjin kereta berganti dengan minyak enjin baru untuk perjalanan yang jauh.
BREK – Pastikan pad brek masih lagi tebal dan boleh digunakan.

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RADIATOR – Semasa perjalanan jauh, kereta akan menjadi panas dan perlukan angin dan ‘coolant’ untuk menyejukkan bahagian radiator dan enjin. LAMPU headlight, signal dan lampu brek kenalah berfungsi.

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Check that you have in your vehicle: Spare wheel (inflated to correct pressure), jack, tyre repair kit and any other related equipment, Warning triangle, Jumper cable, First-aid kit

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Pack any cabin supplies you might need – umbrella, tissues, pillows and blankets, food, water, GPS, mobile handsfree kit and charger. Ensure you have funds in your SmartTAG or Touch ‘n Go, and that your SmartTAG has a healthy battery.

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Tip Keselamatan Tayar kereta

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2. Naik pengangkutan awan? Pastikan tiket ada dalam beg anda, dan semak masa dan stesen bertolak

Jangan naik bus salah!
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3. Sediakan kuih raya dan jika perlu, agihkan hamper raya kepada kawan-kawan sebelum bertolak

Hamper raya kepada jiran tetangga telah diagihkan.
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Kuih raya
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4. Baju raya dah beli? Ini minggu terakhir!

Sediakan baju raya paling cantik anda.
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                Raya Fashion Men's Edition: Here's What To Get Your Man

[FULL FASHION GUIDE] Don't know what to buy your husband or sons this Raya? Here's some inspiration!

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[FULL FASHION GUIDE] Have you started shopping for baju Raya yet? Here's some inspiration!

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5. Sediakan duit raya dan sampul duit raya

Sediakan duit raya, sampul duit raya

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6. Kemaskan bag anda, jangan lupa benda-benda ini

Charger telefon, camera and lain-lain.
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Tuala
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Untuk wanita, jangan lupa alat solek kesayangan kamu!
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Pastikan setiap ahli keluarga membawa berus gigi, ubat gigi, sabun badan, syampu, sikat rambut and kelengkapan peribadi yang lain.
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Kemaskan bag anda.

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7. Pastikan benda-benda elektronik dalam rumah ditutup and pintu selamat dikunci

Keselamatan Rumah.
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Bersihkan rumah! Sebelom korang balik kampong pastikan yang umah sendiri dalam keadaan bersih!
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8. Bersedia untuk perjalanan yang panjang

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Hari raya traffic jam.
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Baca buku dalam kereta.
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Apakah AES?, Dimana lokasi pemasangan AES?, Fungsi AES, Agensi AES

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9. Paling penting, nikmatilah sambutan Hari Raya anda!

Berseronok pada Hari Raya!
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Hong Kong Is Giving Away 500,000 Free Flight Tickets As Its COVID-19 Restrictions Lift

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Hong Kong is giving away 500,000 free flight tickets after a three-year-tourism hiatus due to COVID-19 restrictions

According to Reuters, Hong Kong chief executive John Lee Ka-chiu launched the campaign yesterday, 2 February, during a momentous ceremony at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.The 'Hello Hong Kong' tourism campaign was launched in a bid to attract tourists, investors, and businesses to Hong Kong and promote the city's tourism.Lee said that he hoped this campaign will be a catalyst in boosting business and investments in the Chinese special administrative region (SAR), after its tourist sector faced an economic downturn during the pandemic."Hong Kong is now connected to mainland China and the international world. There will be no isolation, no quarantine, and no restrictions [when] experiencing and enjoying the hustle and bustle of Asia's world city," he announced.

Hong Kong chief executive John Lee Ka-chiu speaking at the "Hello Hong Kong" launch ceremony.
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The free flight tickets will be distributed to the international public on Wednesday, 1 March

According to Time Out, tourists can expect to get their hands on the tickets via airline websites such as, Cathay Pacific, Hong Kong Express, and Hong Kong Airlines. The allocation period will last for six months and will begin distribution in Southeast Asian regions, followed by mainland China, and lastly to those in north-eastern regions.An unspecified portion of tickets will also be extended to European and US travellers.The Hong Kong tourism board reportedly purchased tickets from airline companies back in 2020 as its government-funded contribution to support the aviation sector.In total, the government spent HKD2 billion (RM1.08 billion) for 500,000 flight tickets.

Hong Kong.
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In local news, AirAsia is offering flights to Osaka, Taipei, Busan, and more destinations for as low as RM289:

                AirAsia Is Offering Cheap Fares As Low As RM289 For Flights To Osaka, Taipei, Busan & More

Mari cuti-cuti!

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Chinese Man Arrested For Stealing Nearly RM7,000 On AirAsia Flight

In a viral post published yesterday, 4 February, a passenger on the AirAsia flight realised that his wallets were missing from his laptop bag after getting off the aircraft

The victim, who was on a flight from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur, recalled that he left his laptop bag in the overhead bin three rows away from his seat as the one above him was already full. He had RM1,600 in one wallet and RPS85,000 (approximately RM5,100) in the other. In his Facebook post, the victim wrote that he was confused as to how a passenger could take money from both his wallets.

He then recalled that a suspicious-looking Chinese man was observing him as he was storing his laptop bag in the overhead bin

After informing the cabin crew and KLIA2 Airport police about his suspicions, the victim was told that the Chinese man was already being watched by the crew for standing multiple times during the flight.The crew immediately informed the captain and went in search of the suspect. Fortunately, they found the suspect at the arrival hall, waiting for his transit to Jakarta.

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After an extensive search, they eventually found the victim’s cash in a black plastic bag that dropped out of the Chinese man’s body when he was asked to stand up for a body check

Initially, they could not find anything in the Chinese man’s bag. However, the victim noticed that the suspect was wearing a jacket and suspected that he might have hidden the cash in his pockets.They demanded that he stand up for further checks, and as he did so, a black plastic bag fell from his body. In the bag were stacks of the victim’s cash. The suspect was arrested by airport police on the spot.KLIA district ACP Zulkifli Adamsah told China Press that the Chinese man is to be held for four days until 8 February for investigation under Section 379 of Penal Code for theft.

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The victim expressed his gratitude for the swift response of AirAsia's cabin crew and security, as well as the airport police

He also stated in his Facebook post that his case was the first with sufficient evidence to be filed at court, and warned others of thieves like this to avoid similar cases as such in the future.

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You can read his entire Facebook post here:


[PHOTOS] They Put Pubic Hair On Their Mannequins. Are You Okay With That?

Editor's Note: The Story Below Contains Adult Content

Three Mannequins Sporting 'Untamed Public Hair' Were Spotted In The American Apparel Window Display In New York

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As of this morning, the storefront at the retailer's East Houston location in New York features three mannequins clad in transparent white underwear, exposing their unkempt bikini lines and stopping window shoppers dead in their tracks.

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According To The US Retailer, It Was Done To Invite People To "Explore The Idea Of 'Sexy' And Consider Their Comfort With The Natural Female Form."

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American Apparel Specifically Chose This Set Up For That Store In New York For Their Pre-Valentine's Day Promo

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They're aimed at drumming up sales around Valentine's Day, and it would appear it's already working: Curious pedestrians have been crowding around the store taking photos, and American Apparel has received a barrage of media inquiries.

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American Apparel's Ryan Holiday tells us, "The display was created for that store specifically." He also passed along this statement: "American Apparel is a company that celebrates natural beauty, and the Lower East Side Valentine's Day window continues that celebration.

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The Public Pubic Stunt Seemed To Be Working At The Store And On The Internet

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People took notice. Naturally, American Apparel also took notice, since they're been shooting their own sales assistants au naturel for ages and they're the store through which Petra sold The Ardorous' vagina tee, which the internet was similarly frothing over. The hairy muff mannequins have so far attracted comments from websites like NYMag "We're not exactly sure how you display pubic hair tastefully, but this probably isn't it," and "What is the point of this?"

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The Huffington Post spoke to an associate at the store, who said that the mannequins went up at 3am on Thursday morning and were meant to convey the "rawness and realness of sexuality." They're aimed at drumming up sales around Valentine's Day, and it would appear it's already working: Curious pedestrians have been crowding around the store taking photos, and American Apparel has received a barrage of media inquiries.

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Petra Collins, The 20-Year-Old Toronto Based Visual Artist Who Created The Look Said That It Was Intentional To Open Taboo Topics For Discussion: Pubic Hair, Masturbation And Menstruation.

Petra Collins is a visual artist and serves clients such as American Apparel and Urban Outfitters.
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At 19, Petra Collins is casting director for iconic photographer Richard Kern, staff photographer for Rookie and curates her own online collective for female creatives, The Ardorous.

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This image is stating that women are not a subordinate creature to just be entered,' she explained.
'We are our own beings in control of our own sexuality. I find it interesting that images addressing sexuality and reproduction are hidden and often looked at as disgusting.'

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Petra Collins' artwork
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"I think teen sexuality is a taboo topic, specifically female sexuality, which I find is put down rather then celebrated like male sexuality. It is a topic that tends to be ignored or looked down on. I think people aren't comfortable with feminine sexuality. I find people are uncomfortable when a woman is expressing her sexuality instead of repressing it. In our society, nude or sexually suggestive images of women are automatically seen as negative and objectifying and is often seen through a male perspective rather than from a female's. We need to make room for the female view of sex and accept it. Until then, people are going to be uncomfortable with photos like mine."

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American Apparel Is Infamous For Its Provocative Designs

The controversial 'Teenagers Do It Better' tee sold by American Apparel in 2011. The scandalous tee is part of collaboration between American Apparel and Electric Youth Magateen, a magazine that celebrates "the magnificent vitality, energy and power of young male adulthood."
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Britain’s advertising watchdog is cracking down on American Apparel again for appearing to sexualize young girls in its fashion ads. The admonished ad, which shows a pantsless model in a sweater and knee-high socks curled up on an office chair, was banned in the UK.
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American Apparel has a history of using pubic hair in its imagery, potentially for shock value (a trademark American Apparel strategy). Just last fall, the store sold a graphic T-shirt containing an image of a menstruating vagina with hair-down-there, which caused an online stir. Before that, American Apparel released a 2011 ad featuring a model in sheer underwear with -- you guessed it -- visible pubic hair.

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The company has also come under fire several times in the past for featuring half-naked models who appear to be under-aged on its website

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You Can Now Send Gifts To Your Loved Ones In Singapore For As Low As RM40

This Spotlight is sponsored by Teleport.

Ever wanted to send your family in our neighbouring countries a little piece of home but it ends up not happening 'cause shipping is crazy pricey?

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Shipping items internationally can burn a hole in your pocket. Most of the time, the shipping fee itself costs more than the value of the item. They can cost anywhere between RM70 to RM380, depending on the size of the parcel and the amount of time taken to receive it. Not to mention how troublesome the process of shipping can be by having to go to the post office during working hours, waiting in line, and filling out a bunch of forms, which can take hours. Ain't nobody got time for that!

Well, you're in luck! Teleport Pink by Teleport is here to provide solutions to all the troubles that come with international delivery. :)

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There are times when we just need items to be delivered the next day, be it a food item or a last-minute birthday gift. Teleport Pink is able to do exactly that as they've got exclusive access to AirAsia's network of flights, which allows them to frequently deliver items at a big scale. Yayyy! No more playing the waiting game.   Plus, you won't have to worry about paying a huge amount for your package to reach your friends or family living in Southeast Asia, because they've made the rates exceptionally affordable for everyone with a flat rate of RM40 (Yea, no joke!). They will be launching their delivery services between KL and Singapore first and will expand to our other neighbour countries — Thailand, the Philippines, and Indonesia in the near future. What's even better is that the whole process is seamless and super easy as you can do everything from your mobile phone, from payment to tracking, and the items will be directly picked up from you by their riders.Currently, Teleport Pink covers the whole of Petaling Jaya and Kuala Lumpur areas, except Puchong, Setia Alam, Klang, Rawang, Sungai Buloh, Ampang (partially), Wangsa Maju, Setiawangsa, Damansara Perdana, and Bukit Jalil.

With Teleport Pink, you won't have to wait for an occasion to shower your loved ones with gifts. You can do it anytime!

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All you have to do is purchase their A3 parcel bag priced at RM1, either at the Teleport Pink online store, selected myNEWS outlets, partnered co-working spaces like Common Ground, WORQ, and Co-labs, as well as vending machines across key locations like Sunway Pyramid and Lot10. Just make sure that the items you're sending can fit in an A3 size parcel bag and weigh below 5kg. You just need to place your order by 4pm and your loved ones will receive the items the next day by 6pm. What's special is that the parcel bag is a double use parcel bag, meaning you can use it twice! The receiver just has to peel off the first instruction sticker to reveal another QR code for a second delivery, so your loved ones can reuse the parcel bag to send something back to you as well.

Here's how easy the process is:

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STEP 1: Scan the unique QR code on the parcel bag and you'll be directed to the order form. STEP 2: Fill up the details and make payment. STEP 3: Your parcel bag will be picked up by 6pm (within three hours). STEP 4: The parcel bag will depart to the destination country via AirAsia AK flights. STEP 5: The parcel bag will be delivered to your loved ones the next day by 6pm.

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Mask Acne Is A Real Thing And Here's How You Can Combat It

“Eh, do you know that soooo many pimples have popped up on my face, especially around the area covered by the mask? Why ah?”

Does this sound familiar to you?

The pandemic has changed much of our lifestyles - including the fact that we have to wear a mask every single time we step outside our homes. However, wearing a mask almost every day causes irritation to the skin, otherwise known as ‘maskne’. ‘Maskne’, or acne mechanica (a result of mechanical friction of a fabric against the skin) has seen an increase in reports, especially during the COVID-19 season. This type of acne has been around for ages and is most common among those who wear sports headgear.

So, how does ‘maskne’ come about?

Dermatologists have speculated that wearing a mask everyday, combined with stress from the pandemic, causes a moist environment for bacteria to breed on your face.Humidity + Bacteria = A recipe for acne disaster.

Here are a few tips to help you deal with 'maskne':

1. Wash or disinfect that mask!

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We're all so caught up in the hustle and bustle of our daily lives that we tend to forget that our masks are the number one breeding ground for acne-causing bacteria. The first step in preventing maskne is to change or wash your masks daily, as you wouldn't want germs to accumulate on the very thing that is in contact with your skin.If you have the regular surgical masks or the N95 masks, try your best to swap the used ones for new ones daily. However, if your mask stash is growing small, you can always disinfect them using a UV light or a germicidal disinfectant. For reusable cloth masks, wash them at night and let them dry before you wear them the next day.The best thing to do is to change your masks on the regular. If you sweat or exercise during the day with your mask on, swap it for a fresh one immediately. Sitting in a sweaty mask just breeds more acne.

2. As much as you're tempted to, stop picking at those pesky pimples

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Sometimes, we just can't help it. Looking at the mirror and seeing a bulbous spot of acne can be very tempting to squeeze, but try your best to fight that urge.Picking at pimples does more harm than good to your skin. It can cause inflammation, infection, and even permanent scarring. Now, that sounds bad, doesn't it? So, keep your hands to yourself (and away from your face!)

3. Streamline your skincare routine

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If you're a skincare junkie, the products you use for your self-pampering and skin maintenance routines probably include active ingredients like alpha hydroxy acids, beta hydroxy acids, or even retinol, just to name a few.However, these kinds of ingredients have the potential to cause irritation to your skin and damage your skin barrier. With the constant use of a mask everyday, it will further aggravate your skin and can even cause eczema, dry patches, or a stinging, burning sensation when you apply other products. Cut out actives from your routine and be gentle with your skin, using only soap-free, fragrance-free, and non-comedogenic products (products that clog pores).

4. Moisturisation helps reduce mask friction against skin

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Skin hydration is very important as it could help reduce friction and chafing from the mask towards your skin. Look for ingredients like glycerin and even non-comedogenic oils in products to lock in that moisture and quench your thirsty skin.Don't shy away from facial oils if you have oily skin! Sometimes when your skin is stripped of its natural oils it begins to produce a lot of sebum which then causes acne. Just look for oils that won't clog your pores and you're good to go.

At the end of the day, maskne isn't something that you should stress over. It can be prevented by keeping your skin clean, hydrated and most importantly, by using skincare that isn't harsh.

For gentle skincare that will not aggravate maskne, Cetaphil is a dermatologically-tested brand invented not just for sensitive skin, but all skin types.

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Their Gentle Skin Cleanser formula has stayed the same for over 70 years and remains a worldwide favourite. Cetaphil’s Gentle Skin Cleanser with a ‘clean’ list of ingredients and a lack of harsh chemicals will be extremely useful in nurturing your skin barrier back to health as it would cause little to no irritation.Cetaphil is also very useful for those with dehydrated skin as you could just wipe it off with a clean, damp towel - leaving a thin film of cleanser on your skin that can act as a moisturising agent. Cetaphil’s moisturisers and lotions are loaded with oils and glycerin, too!

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Click here to take advantage on the awesome deals and stock up on Cetaphil products! Maskne-free skin awaits you.

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Don't Swim In Batu Ferringhi, It Could Be Contaminated With E.Coli

Alarmingly High Level Of E. Coli Contamination In Batu Ferringhi Confirmed

Alarmingly High Level Of E. Coli Contamination In Batu Ferringhi Confirmed
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The Department of Environment (DoE) yesterday confirmed that Sungai Batu Ferringhi was contaminated with an alarmingly high level of the Escherichia coli or E.coli bacteria.

        nst.com.my

Samples collected by the DoE last Tuesday had faecal coliform and e.coli readings at a staggering 16,000cfu (colony-forming unit)per 100ml. The numbers exceed the permissible 100mpn/100ml as per Class 2 of the Marine

        nst.com.my

The Government will have a clearer picture on the cause behind the severe pollution of the river flowing into Penang’s Batu Feringghi beach area once it receives an official report on the matter today.
“The Department of Environment (DOE) is studying the source of pollution in this area and a report will be submitted to me.

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Natural Resources and Environment Minister Datuk Seri G. Palanivel  said court action would be taken against the culprits in a week or so, and punishment upon conviction could range from a fine of up to RM100,000, or a jail term not more than five years, or both.

        thestar.com.my

When questioned about Indah Water Konsortium (IWK) claiming innocence over a blackish effluent discharge into the river, he maintained  that it was too early to pinpoint the culprits.
   "We cannot blame anyone now. Let the investigations continue. We are taking this seriously. We will come out with a full report in two weeks," he said.

        nst.com.my

Traces Of E. Coli Bacteria Have Been Found In The Seawater Near Batu Ferringhi On 4 February 2014

A Part Of The Sea Water Off Batu Ferringhi Beach Has Turned Black Recently, Raising Concerns Among Holidaymakers
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Initial investigations of the black patch in the waters near Batu Ferringhi revealed it had traces of a deadly bacterium.

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Authorities in Penang have been put on alert following indications that a polluted river at the Batu Ferringhi beach here may contain the E. coli bacteria.
This comes following a visit by the Department of Environment (DOE) to the site today, and subsequent testing on samples of a dark-coloured effluent found in Sungai Batu Ferringhi.

        fz.com

State Environment committee chairman Phee Boon Poh said: “Early samples of the seawater taken by the Department of Environment had traces of the E. coli bacteria.
“The department has to conduct more tests to confirm the findings.”

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A Part Of The Sea Water Off Batu Ferringhi Beach Has Turned Black Recently, Raising Concerns Among Holidaymakers

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Traces of E.coli found in Batu Ferringhi waters, says environment body
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Dark and murky water flows from the river through the beach at Batu Feringghi yesterday.
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It was reported yesterday that a part of the sea water off the Batu Ferringhi beach here, a popular tourist destination, had turned black allegedly due to contamination by sewage wastes as well as serious coastline erosion.

        bernama.com.my

The black patch raised concerns among holidaymakers but hoteliers said it had yet to affect their business.
Swedish tourist Curt Temin, 67, said he was appalled by the sight of the black patch of water.
“What’s causing it? I hope the authorities will view this matter seriously and resolve it within the shortest time possible,” said Temin, adding he was disappointed as it was his first time visiting the island.

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It Is Believed That The Black Water Patch Was Caused By Contamination By Sewage Waste And Serious Coastline Erosion

In an immediate site visit yesterday, MPPP and DID officials found that the mouth of Sungai Batu Ferringhi was heavily contaminated by black-coloured substance. “Action will be taken by the relevant authorities according to their respective laws and jurisdiction,” said the MPPP statement.

        freemalaysiatoday.com

A report in The New Straits Times today highlighted visible erosion along a 100-metre stretch of the shoreline, with black effluents along  Sungai Batu Ferringhi which flows into the sea there.

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It Is Believed That The Black Water Patch Was Caused By Contamination By Sewage Waste And Serious Coastline Contamination
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Discharge from Sungai Batu Ferringhi had flowed into the sea, affecting coastal waters.

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A Broken Sewage Pipe Or A Illegal Dumping Site Could Have Caused The Black Substance To Flow Out To Sea

Sahabat Alam Malaysia
 said the water in Sungai Batu Ferringhi also stank, and noted that the polluted water appeared to be coming from a source about 300m from the sea.

        nst.com.my

A Drainage and Irrigation Department (DID) officer said this could have been caused by a broken sewerage pipe, causing black effluence to flow downstream Sungai Batu Ferringhi and out to sea.

        nst.com.my

Phee said that MPPP was was currently probing the source of the pollution and if it was coming from an illegal dump site or from a faulty sewage system.

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The Department Of Environment Has Taken Water Samples To Conduct Tests. They Advise People Against Swimming In The Waters Of Batu Feringghi.

Part of Sungai Batu Ferringhi found blackened with effluents.
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Natural Resources and Environment Minister Datuk Seri G. Palanivel said DoE would expedite the analysis of the water samples taken out from the area.
"Usually, it takes about two weeks for a thorough report, but since it concerns tourism and health, we are expediting it." Additional reporting by Muhamad Syakir Abdul Wahab

        nst.com.my

Right after beach erosion left a 50m stretch with no more than a sandy patch, Department of Environment (DoE) officers are discouraging people from swimming in the waters, following suspicion that the contamination could be caused by the bacteria.

        nst.com.my

The Health Department Has Been Asked To Check The Seafood From These Waters For E. Coli Contamination

Sahabat Alam Malaysia added that the pollution could affect marine life and the health of swimmers in nearby areas because the pollution might have spread.

        nst.com.my

Chairman of the state Welfare, Caring Society and Environment Committee, Phee Boon Poh said the Health Department and the Penang Municipal Council (MPPP) had been informed of the finding for further action.

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“We have asked the health department to conduct checks on all fishing activities in the vicinity of the Batu Ferringhi area for elements of the E-coli bacteria.”, he said.

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Penang Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng Says The Black Water Patch Could Have Been Caused By Indah Water Konsortium

Penang Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng Says The Black Water Patch Could Have Been Caused By Indah Water Konsortium. But Indah Water Has Dismissed The Allegations.
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Meanwhile, Penang Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng said the state government was awaiting feedback from the MPPP and had been informed that it was actually under the Indah Water Konsortium Sdn Bhd (IWK).

        bernama.com.my

From what we understand from (MPPP head Datuk) Patahiyah Ismail, it was caused by IWK (Indah Water Konsortium Sdn Bhd).
I don’t want to comment further.”
“Let MPPP give their feedback. This is IWK’s problem. MPPP will issue a statement on this.”

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Indah Water Konsortium Has Dismissed Allegations Of Faulty Sewage Pipes. They Suspect The Pollution Is Coming From Hotels And Hawker Centres.

While IWK confirms that investigation of the black water was sewage and other organic waste, it is certain that the discharge was not due to its treatment plant sited upstream on Sungai Batu Ferringhi.
“IWK officers conducted an investigation following the complaint and found that our treatment plant that serves 30,000 users in the area is in good working order. There are no faulty or cracked pipes in the river," she told fz.com.

        fz.com

“Our officers canvassed the river and surrounding areas and strongly suspect that the leachate is coming from other source of pollution including the hotels’ solid waste disposal collection pipes.
“There are also hawker centres in the area that are throwing waste into the river that was opposite our treatment plant.

        fz.com

She added that the solid waste centre did not only collect sewage but also food waste which is then transferred to IWK’s treatment plant where it is treated.

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Northern Region Marine Department Director Says They Will Investigate The Root Cause Of The Problem

Polluted water from Sungai Batu Ferringhi flowing into the sea.
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Northern Region Marine Department director Abdul Aziz Muhamud said his department would assist other relevant bodies to find the root cause of the problem.

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“We view this matter seriously and will join forces with the other agencies to investigate the source of this black water patch,” said Abdul Aziz.
“We need to know how this came about, the origins of the blackish substance and if it is dangerous.”

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NGOs Have Called For Precautionary Measures To Prevent People From Swimming In The Contaminated Waters

In the wake of this incident, Sahabat Alam Malaysia (SAM) called for the stretch of beach to be cordoned off. Its president, S.M. Mohd Idris, said the move should be carried out in the interest of the safety of beach-goers.

        nst.com.my

Malaysian Nature Society Penang chapter adviser D. Kanda Kumar said putting red-and-white striped tape around the area was not adequate as beach-goers would ignore it.
"They need to put up notices around the area warning tourists about the danger.

        nst.com.my

"They can also post guards to make sure tourists stay off the beach," he said, adding that water sports operators should also be advised to avoid the waters for now.

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Tanjung Bungah assemblyman and environmental activist Teh Yee Cheu said pending the results of DoE's tests on the water samples, the public should refrain from swimming in the stretch.
"Hotels in the area must also alert their guests, as the public cannot be exposed to the area."

        nst.com.my

Sahabat Alam Malaysia (SAM) President S.M. Mohd Idris Is Disappointed As The Pollution Conflicts With The State's Slogan Of 'Cleaner and Greener Penang'

"SAM is disappointed that such polluting activities still occur because it conflicts with the state's slogan of 'Cleaner and Greener Penang'.
"We call on the relevant authorities to probe the cause and source of the pollution. The findings should be made public to allay public concerns."

        nst.com.my

"If they suspect, for some reason, that it should be closed, please do not hesitate. The agency concerned must take it upon themselves to close the beach. If you know it, please do not just say it, please do it," he told the New Straits Times.

        nst.com.my

“The water in Sungai Batu Ferringhi is not only black but also stinks. The problem must be addressed effectively and immediately to prevent widespread impact on public health,” said Idris.

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“The pollution can affect marine life and the health of swimmers in the surrounding coastal areas. The authorities should act fast as Batu Ferringhi is a popular area for both locals and foreigners.”

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Penang Environment Working Group Chairman, "This Is A Serious Problem. The Authorities Must Act Swiftly ... And Not Play The Blame Game."

Penang Environment Working Group chairman Datuk Dr Ong Hean Tee, while commending DoE's quick response, lamented that the matter was being taken lightly by the authorities.
"This is a serious problem. The authorities must act swiftly and work together to find a solution and not play the blame game."

        nst.com.my

He said that if there were dangerous substances in the water, the authorities must cordon off the beach until remedial works were carried out.
"For that, we need data on the sea (water quality) as soon as possible."

        nst.com.my

E. Coli Bacteria (Escherichia Coli) Is Usually Harmless But Some Strains Can Cause Kidney Failure

E.Coli Bacteria (Escherichia Coli) Is Usually Harmless But Some Strains Can Cause Kidney Failure
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E. coli is the name of a germ, or bacterium, that lives in the digestive tracts camera of humans and animals.

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There are many types of E. coli, and most of them are harmless. But some can cause bloody diarrhea. One common type is called E. coli O157:H7. In some people, this type of E. coli may also cause severe anemia or kidney failure, which can lead to death.
Other strains of E. coli can cause urinary tract infections or other infections.

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You get an E. coli infection by coming into contact with the feces, or stool, of humans or animals. This can happen when you drink water or eat food that has been contaminated by feces.

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M'sian Doctor Reveals The Lonely Journey Suspected COVID-19 Patients Have To Go Through

A heartfelt social media post detailing the lonely journey COVID-19 patients go through has moved many Malaysians to tears

Dr Redza Zainol, whose Facebook profile says he is a paediatrics medical officer at Muar Hospital in Johor, revealed that COVID-19 Patients Under Investigation (PUIs) are not allowed to receive visitors throughout the isolation period.This includes their closest family members - be it their spouse, parents, or children."They are alone most of the time. No visitors or caregivers," Redza shared in a Facebook post last Monday, 23 March. "In the isolation ward, after checking and treating the patients, all staff will step out and close the door. We only communicate through walkie-talkie or the telephone. "Sometimes we even use a whiteboard and markers through the glass window. Most of the time, we enter the isolation wards only two times a day."

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Redza said he has to hold his tears back sometimes because he knows the patients are overwhelmed with fear and loneliness

"I had to control myself so that my tears won't fall because every time we entered an isolation room, the first question the patient would ask is, 'Am I COVID-19 positive, doctor?'" Redza said.When a quarantined mother and her child were under his care last Monday, Redza said the mother begged him to allow her husband to visit their child."'Please doctor, help me, only for a while,' begged the mother," he related.Redza said he and his colleague almost broken down in tears after hearing the mother's plea.

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Despite sympathising with them, Redza said he could never allow the patients to meet their loved ones

The paediatrician said he feels sorry for the patients, but this is the stark reality of a COVID-19 PUI's journey."Only Allah knows the pain they go through. As for me, I will do whatever I can as a medical staff," he lamented."I leave the rest to Allah. I pray for their recovery during each of my prayers. Please, let us all pray for their recovery together."

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At the time of writing, the post has gone viral with over 19,000 reactions and 6,200 shares

Thousands of netizens shared their prayers in the comments section, while some commended the doctors' strong sense of duty."May you continue to persevere, be strong mentally and physically to handle the isolated patients. May the treatments for those who are sick be easier and eventually they all recover. Amin. We care," commented a netizen.

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"Good job, doctors for carrying out their duties with such resilient hearts (especially when) they are sacrificing their lives for the betterment of their patients," another person said.

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"May Allah bless the doctors and frontliners with strength and offer them good health. I hope that Allah will always protect them. Amin," wrote one Facebook user.

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36% Of Malaysian Employers Will Be Downsizing This Year

A survey by Jobstreet.com revealed that 36% of locally based employers plan to downsize their staff in the third quarter of 2016

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The report by Malay Mail Online on the survey by online employment company, Jobstreet.com, spoke about the economy, weak ringgit and its effects on the hiring trends and job vacancies in Malaysia in the third quarter of this year.

However, the rickety economic state of the country has not completely disrupted hiring trends.
50% of the employers that took part in the survey are still very keen on hiring new staff members this year.

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"Hiring intention by employers still looks healthy despite the uncertainty in the global economy and the weak ringgit," said Jobstreet's country manager, Chook Yuh Yng, as reported by The Malay Mail Online today, 18 August. When speaking at a human resource networking event in Kuala Lumpur, today, 18 August,  Chook elaborated that Malaysia's employment market has dipped this year compared to the year 2015. The first half of this year has apparently decreased by 5%, compared to the first half of 2015. Chook opined that it is due to the rising global oil prices and the rising inflation in Malaysia.

What are some of the industries that are still actively hiring?

According to the survey, employers from the banking, engineering and retail industries are looking to increase their staff size, while 40% of the respondents wished to make no changes to their manpower and 36% expressed their intentions to cut down. "Despite the decrease in the job market, we still have over 20,000 job vacancies posted on our website. Jobseekers should remain positive and make sure that their JobStreet.com profiles are updated so that they don't miss out on opportunities," added Chook.The industry that offers the most number of jobs is the manufacturing sector, followed by banking, construction, information technology and retail.

In terms of salary, little has changed compared to last year. Chook said that fresh graduates can expect around RM2,100 to 2,500 while current employees are hitting the RM3,000 mark.

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She advised fresh graduates to be realistic in hunting for their first job and value the opportunity when it comes."Why stay unemployed when there are plenty of jobs in the market. Take up a job first while you continue to search for better opportunities," she said.JobStreet.com is a leading online job board presently covering the employment markets in Malaysia, Singapore, the Philippines, Indonesia and Vietnam.It currently services over 230,000 corporate employers and has over 15 million job-seekers in its database.

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Do you think getting a job in Malaysia is difficult? Share with us your job-seeking experiences in Malaysia in the comment section below!

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"Where Is The Money?" - Mothers Of Victims Ask Tahfiz School About RM1 Million Donation

In an exclusive report by Free Malaysia Today (FMT), a few mothers of the Datuk Keramat tahfiz fire victims have revealed that they've yet to receive their share of the donations for the tragic incident

The headmaster of Darul Quran Ittifaqyah (DQI) tahfiz school,  Muhammad Zahid Mahmood
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When speaking to FMT anonymously, the mothers claimed that they were told by the headmaster of Darul Quran Ittifaqyah (DQI) tahfiz school,  Muhammad Zahid Mahmood, that families of the deceased and injured were supposed to receive 70% of the donations received, while the school will take the remaining 30%.The families were informed about this decision during a meeting on 22 September.

However, a day after the meeting, the school changed the decision and told the parents that the school would be keeping 70% of the donation and only give 30% of it to the families of the victims

21 students and two teachers died in the early morning fire at the tahfiz school.
Image via The Malaysian Insight

"But we haven’t received a single sen," one of the mothers said, adding that she's frustrated that the headmaster didn't even turn up for a meeting they (the school) were supposed to have with the families last Saturday, 30 September. He has instead sent a representative to attend the meeting."Apparently he said he couldn't make it because he had to meet with the fire department. What's he doing meeting with the fire department at night?" she asked.

Meanwhile, another mother that spoke to FMT accused the school of keeping the money donated by  politicians to its students in the past

"These people would give our children money, but the school would let our children have only the small change and hold on to the bigger amounts for safe keeping, or so we're told," she explained. These donations are said to be from visits during Hari Raya and other festivities.

"Now that our children are gone, where is the money?"

The headmaster of Darul Quran Ittifaqiyah tahfiz school (centre) receiving a donation from Titiwangsa UMNO Youth chief Nazir Hussin Akhtar Hussin (second from right).
Image via Hafiz Sohaimi/Berita Harian

About a week ago, Zahid told The Star that the school had collected RM1 million in donations following the tragedy and the money will be distributed to the families soon, as reported by The Malaysian Insight. "Maybe the parents thought that we didn't care. We don't blame the parents who think that we would abandon them after receiving such a big amount of contributions."We are fine. We are transparent and will help the families of the victims the best we can," said Zahid, as reported by The Malaysian Insight.

Another mother of one of the victims complained that the school didn't inform the families about the fire immediately

The fire at Darul Quran Ittifaqiyah broke out at around 5.15am on 14 September.
Image via Berita Harian

It was one of the mothers who sent out a WhatsApp message at about 6am informing the families about the tragedy."The headmaster is in that WhatsApp group as well," she added. It was also reported that another parent said that the school informed the families that they would stop collecting donations for the tragedy on 1 October, but she claimed that she saw someone standing outside the school's management building with the donation box. "I wish you could somehow get the word across to generous people that if they want to donate money or anything else to the parents to give it directly to them because many of them really need that help," she told FMT.


'Face Mask' Jadi Teman Setia, Calon SPM 2020 Mulakan Hari Pertama Exam Dengan Norma Baharu

Hari ini, seramai 401,105 pelajar di seluruh negara mula menduduki peperiksaan Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) 2020

Dengan suasana negara yang masih berdepan dengan pandemik Covid-19, ia telah menuntut pelajar untuk membawa 'perisai' tambahan mereka iaitu pelitup muka bagi mencegah penularan wabak tersebut.Pada hari pertama peperiksaan hari ini, calon akan menjawab subjek Bahasa Melayu Kertas 1 dan 2, masing-masing bermula pukul 8 pagi dan 2 petang.

Gambar sekadar hiasan.
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Peperiksaan dijalankan mengikut standard operation procedure (SOP)

Buat pertama kalinya dalam sejarah kumpulan pelajar Tingkatan Lima termasuk pelajar Sijil Vokasional Malaysia (SVM) itu menjadi kumpulan pertama yang menduduki peperiksaan SPM dalam pembudayaan norma baharu.Selain itu, bagi menjamin keselamatan calon sepanjang peperiksaan dijalankan, penyediaan 3,310 pusat peperiksaan SPM di seluruh negara dilaksanakan mengikut garis panduan dan standard operation procedure (SOP) yang ditetapkan oleh Majlis Keselamatan Negara (MKN) serta Kementerian Kesihatan (KKM), termasuklah proses disinfeksi dewan peperiksaan.

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Malah, calon yang didapati positif Covid-19 atau calon yang diarahkan menjalani kuarantin kerana merupakan kontak rapat tidak dibenarkan menduduki peperiksaan dan hanya boleh menduduki kertas peperiksaan yang dijadualkan semula selepas disahkan berada dalam keadaan sihat oleh doktor yang merawat berserta surat pengesahan.

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Calon SPM pada hari ini juga merupakan kumpulan pelajar yang telah mengikuti sesi kelas SPM tahunan terpanjang iaitu hampir 14 bulan yang memaksa mereka beralih kepada pembelajaran dalam talian menerusi aplikasi seperti Google Meet, Google Classroom dan Skype gara-gara penularan pandemik Covid-19.

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How Facebook Intentionally Manipulated 689,003 Users' Emotions Without Their Knowledge

Facebook is coming under some serious fire today for a mood study it conducted back in 2012. Over at the Atlantic, Robinson Meyer explains what it was all about:

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"For one week in January 2012, data scientists skewed what almost 700,000 Facebook users saw when they logged into its service. Some people were shown content with a preponderance of happy and positive words; some were shown content analyzed as sadder than average. And when the week was over, these manipulated users were more likely to post either especially positive or negative words themselves."

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The results were logged and analyzed for a study on "emotional contagion" released in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. Facebook users had no idea.

Many previous studies have used Facebook data to examine “emotional contagion,” as this one did. This study is different because, while other studies have observed Facebook user data, this one set out to manipulate it.

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Though it was blessed as legal, the question now is whether it was ethical?

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The experiment is almost certainly legal. In the company’s current terms of service, Facebook users relinquish the their data “data analysis, testing, [and] research.” Is it ethical, though? Since news of the study first emerged, we’ve seen and heard both privacy advocates and casual users express surprise at the audacity of the experiment.

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Even Susan Fiske, the editor of the study, had some serious concerns about it

"People are supposed to be, under most circumstances, told that they're going to be participants in research and then agree to it and have the option not to agree to it without penalty," writes Adrienne LaFrance.

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So what did this experiment actually discover?

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The study found that by manipulating the News Feeds displayed to 689,003 Facebook users users, it could affect the content which those users posted to Facebook. More negative News Feeds led to more negative status messages, as more positive News Feeds led to positive statuses. As far as the study was concerned, this meant that it had shown “that emotional states can be transferred to others via emotional contagion, leading people to experience the same emotions without their awareness.”

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It touts that this emotional contagion can be achieved without “direct interaction between people” (because the unwitting subjects were only seeing each others’ News Feeds). The researchers add that never during the experiment could they read individual users’ posts.

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There are two interesting things that sticks out in this study

The first? The effect the study documents is very small, as little as one-tenth of a percent of an observed change. That doesn't mean it’s unimportant, though, as the authors add: Given the massive scale of social networks such as Facebook, even small effects can have large aggregated consequences. […] After all, an effect size of d = 0.001 at Facebook’s scale is not negligible: In early 2013, this would have corresponded to hundreds of thousands of emotion expressions in status updates per day.

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The second was this line: Omitting emotional content reduced the amount of words the person subsequently produced, both when positivity was reduced (z = −4.78, P < 0.001) and when negativity was reduced (z = −7.219, P < 0.001). In other words, when researchers reduced the appearance of either positive or negative sentiments in people’s News Feeds—when the feeds just got generally less emotional—those people stopped writing so many words on Facebook. Make people’s feeds blander and they stop typing things into Facebook.

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Was the study well designed?

Perhaps not, says John Grohol, the founder of psychology website Psych Central. Grohol believes the study’s methods are hampered by the misuse of tools: Software better matched to analyze novels and essays, he says, is being applied toward the much shorter texts on social networks.

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“What the Facebook researchers clearly show,” writes Grohol, “is that they put too much faith in the tools they’re using without understanding — and discussing — the tools’ significant limitations.”

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Did an institutional review board, an independent ethics committee that vets research that involves humans, approve the experiment?

Yes, according to Susan Fiske, the Princeton University psychology professor who edited the study for publication. “I was concerned,” Fiske told The Atlantic, “until I queried the authors and they said their local institutional review board had approved it—and apparently on the grounds that Facebook apparently manipulates people's News Feeds all the time.”

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Fiske added that she didn’t want the “the originality of the research” to be lost, but called the experiment “an open ethical question.” “It's ethically okay from the regulations perspective, but ethics are kind of social decisions. There's not an absolute answer. And so the level of outrage that appears to be happening suggests that maybe it shouldn't have been done...I'm still thinking about it and I'm a little creeped out, too.”

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Were the experiment's subjects able to provide informed consent?

Facebook’s Data Use Policy permits the company to conduct experiments on users by relying on the term “research” in the Data Use Policy.
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In its ethical principles and code of conduct, the American Psychological Association (APA) defines informed consent like this: When psychologists conduct research or provide assessment, therapy, counseling, or consulting services in person or via electronic transmission or other forms of communication, they obtain the informed consent of the individual or individuals using language that is reasonably understandable to that person or persons except when conducting such activities without consent is mandated by law or governmental regulation or as otherwise provided in this Ethics Code.

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As mentioned above, the research seems to have been carried out under Facebook’s extensive terms of service. The company’s current data use policy, which governs exactly how it may use users’ data, runs to more than 9,000 words. Does that constitute “language that is reasonably understandable”?

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The APA has further guidelines for so-called “deceptive research” like this, where the real purpose of the research can’t be made available to participants during research. The last of these guidelines is: Psychologists explain any deception that is an integral feature of the design and conduct of an experiment to participants as early as is feasible, preferably at the conclusion of their participation, but no later than at the conclusion of the data collection, and permit participants to withdraw their data.

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At the end of the experiment, did Facebook tell the user-subjects that their News Feeds had been altered for the sake of research? If so, the study never mentions it.

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James Grimmelmann, a law professor at the University of Maryland, believes the study did not secure informed consent. And he adds that Facebook fails even its own standards, which are lower than that of the academy: A stronger reason is that even when Facebook manipulates our News Feeds to sell us things, it is supposed—legally and ethically—to meet certain minimal standards. Anything on Facebook that is actually an ad is labelled as such (even if not always clearly.) This study failed even that test, and for a particularly unappealing research goal: We wanted to see if we could make you feel bad without you noticing. We succeeded.

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Do these kind of News Feed tweaks happen at other times?

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At any one time, Facebook said last year, there were on average 1,500 pieces of content that could show up in your News Feed. The company uses an algorithm to determine what to display and what to hide. It talks about this algorithm very rarely, but we know it’s very powerful. Last year, the company changed News Feed to surface more news stories. Websites like BuzzFeed and Upworthy proceeded to see record-busting numbers of visitors.

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So we know it happens. Consider Fiske’s explanation of the research ethics here—the study was approved “on the grounds that Facebook apparently manipulates people's News Feeds all the time.” And consider also that from this study alone Facebook knows at least one knob to tweak to get users to post more words on Facebook.

        theatlantic.com

Over the course of the study, it appears, Facebook made some of us happier or sadder than we would otherwise have been. Now it's made all of us more mistrustful.

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Take Your Parties To The Next Level By Renting Furniture And Props From This PJ Store

Are you tired of hosting sub-par parties? Looking for ways to take your events to another level without breaking the bank?

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Well, look no further!
Just Rent It! Malaysia (JRIM) offers rental services on an array of awesome items such as props, furniture, and more.

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Located in SS2, Petaling Jaya, JRIM dubs themselves as an 'event solution provider' and their catalogue has everything from photo backdrops to table centrepieces.

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The idea behind this business is to allow you to have the event of your dreams without having to fork out extra money buying items you're most likely to use only once

On their website, the items up for rent are arranged based on different themes such as Bohemian, retro, and even Gatsby glam.Harry Potter fans might also be delighted to hear that they have over 20 different items perfect for a Hogwarts-themed party.

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Meanwhile, future brides and grooms can check out JRIM's rustic and oriental-themed items that would make for a very special occasion.

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What makes them really stand out from other rental services is that you can check an item's availability online before heading to the store to pick it up.
Talk about convenience!

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All you have to do is key in the date of your event on their website and you'll be able to see what items are available for rent and what's the total cost.Although this looks like a small step, it will really help you save time and when it comes to event planning, time is of the essence. After making your booking online, you can head to the store, pick up the items, and decorate away!

A few weeks ago, we picked up some stuff from JRIM for our office party and it was a big hit.
Everyone loved our Bohemian photo corner. Here are some pics for your viewing pleasure:

Some of the items that we rented included a rattan grand peacock chair, macramé backdrop, Turkish carpet, Boho-chic stool, and a Boho-chic round table.We added a few of our own fake plants and ta-da!

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Next time you have a party, just rent it from Just Rent It!

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Operating hours:Daily (10am - 6pm)Closed on Wednesday and SaturdayAddress:41, Jalan SS2/66, SS2, 46300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor.


[VIDEO] Pakai Kostum Dinosaur T-Rex Hantar Anak Mengaji Ini Buat Ramai Terhibur

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Sudah semestinya masa kecil kita ada kelas mengaji Al-Quran bukan?

Setiap petang mak ayah akan menghantar kita atau kita pergi sendiri ke rumah ustaz atau ustazah untuk belajar mengaji. Begitupun, baru-baru ini tular dalam sebuah video yang menunjukkan seorang individu berkongsi kejadian mencuit hati berkenaan kelas mengaji telah meraih tumpuan ramai. Lihat video perkongsian itu di bawah:

  @izlansomai Dinosaur nak datang mengaji #kelasmengaji #kelasmengajigombak #kelasmengajimelawati #kelasmengajipersonal #kelasmengajionlinedewasa #kelasmengajionline  original sound  - Lan Anak Mak

Dua beranak pakai kostum dinosaur pergi kelas mengaji

Menerusi video yang dimuat naik oleh @izlansomai di TikTok, kelihatan dua beranak dirakam memakai kostum dinosaur menaiki motosikal untuk ke kelas mengaji di sebuah rumah. Dalam video itu, seorang budak perempuan memakai kostum dinosaur berwarna hijau dilihat membuka pintu depan dan telah duduk di atas sofa sambil ditonton oleh kanak-kanak yang lain. Apa yang mencuit hati adalah lelaki yang memakai kostum T-Rex dipaparkan bersusah payah dan struggle untuk masuk ke dalam rumah menyebabkan mereka yang di situ tidak dapat menahan gelak.

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"Alhamdulillahhhh dinosaur islamic haha, kalau aku budak-budak ni, mmg tak fokus dah" - Netizen

Susulan tularnya video berkenaan, kini ia mencecah sehingga 327.7K views, 23.3K likes dan 222 comments di TikTok.Dalam pada itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen turut terhibur dengan gelagat dua beranak itu dan ada juga yang berkongsi pengalaman mereka berkenaan kelas mengaji. Berikut di bawah merupakan antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Semangat betul dinosaur tu datang mengaji ya, fighting! :D

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Netizens Shocked By Expat Family In SG Who Says Their "Basic" Monthly Expenses Cost RM38K

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An expat in Singapore recently revealed her family's "basic cost of living in Singapore" and listed down their monthly expenses on TikTok

In the 38-second clip, user @gieziheart shares that her family of three spends SGD4,000 (RM13,097) per month on rent for their two-bedroom home, while shelling out SGD350 (RM1,146) for monthly utility bills and internet service.She also mentions that her family's transportation allowance is SGD900 (RM2,946), and that she spends another SGD1,700 (RM5,566) on her son's education and "extra activities".

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The family also spends SGD1,100 (RM3,601) on their helper alone

Aside from those monthly expenses, the family spends another SGD500 (RM1,636) on toiletries and SGD1,500 (RM4,908) on their groceries.The woman's son is not the only one who gets to do extra activities. According to the mother, the family spends around SGD1,600 (RM5,235) each month on outings and celebrations, the majority of which is spent at restaurants.In total, the family's monthly expenses amounted to SGD11,650 (RM38,121).

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Netizens have expressed mixed feelings about the family's spendings in the comments section

One user congratulated the woman on her years of hard work, but they also reminded her that it is important to stay humble.

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Another user found it funny that the family spends SGD500 (RM1,636) on toiletries.

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Meanwhile, one user commented that the family's monthly expenses are not considered basic, but the mother was simply bragging to her followers.

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Following the negative comments they received after uploading the video, the mother told AsiaOne that the family believes everyone has the right to express what they feel

The woman went on to say that her family respects any feedback they have received."As foreigners living in Singapore for 10 years, we are very thankful [for] the opportunity that was given to us to work in this country," the woman told AsiaOne.She added that her family will continue to work hard, persevere, and upgrade themselves in order to contribute to the community in the best way possible.

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  @gieziheart Basic Cost of living in Singapore #fyp #sg #expat #expatlife #singapore #costofliving #foryou #foryoupage #reels #lifeinsg #life #basic #tiktok #tiktoksg #gieziheart #dior #humour #justforfun  Yummy - IFA


Why Kopitiam Staff Put Red Or Green Dots On Their Paus

I love paus. Every type of pau.
Whether it's filled with char siew, red bean, or even the occasional kaya – paus are great.

They're fluffy, they're cheap, and they're easy to grab from a hawker for a quick bite.

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If you eat paus regularly, you might have noticed tiny, coloured dots on their white 'skin'

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The dots are there so that pau makers and sellers can differentiate between the flavours.

Depending on where the paus come from, these are generally what the different coloured dots represent

Based on a Reddit thread and online forum, the dots can represent multiple flavours. For example:- Small green dots - lotus paste- Regular-sized green dots - kaya- Orange dots - curry- Red dot or no dot - char siew, red bean, or tau sar pauAnd a crowd favourite - the white or yellow steamed custard buns found in dim sum shops are usually filled with salted egg yolk.

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Of course, at the end of the day, it really depends on the supplier.

Now that you know, go forth and steam those buns!

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[PHOTOS] When Malaysian Politicians “Listen Intently” With Their Eyes Closed

1. PM Najib Razak

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2. Kedah MB Ahmad Bashah Md Hanipah

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3. Former PM Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi

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4. PERKASA president Ibrahim Ali

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5. Former Selangor MB Tan Sri Khalid Ibrahim

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6. Tanjong Karang MP Datuk Seri Noh Omar

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7. PKR Wanita chief Zuraida Kamaruddin

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8. ADUN Seri Andalas Xavier Jayakumar a/l Arulanandam

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9. Simpang Renggam MP Liang Teck Meng

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10. UMNO senator Mohd Ali Rustam

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11. ADUN Kota Anggerik Hj Yaakob Sapari

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12. Serdang MP Ong Kian Ming

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13. Parit Buntar MP Datuk Mujahid Yusof Rawa

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Politicians, they’re just like us. :p

Ever wondered what Malaysian politicians would look like with man buns? Check them out...

                We Photoshopped Man Buns Onto Malaysian Politicians And They Look Pretty Good...

Man buns are taking over the Cabinet!

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Top Features Of CIMB Prime And How It Makes Investing Easy For You

This Spotlight is sponsored by CIMB Bank.

Contrary to what some might think, investment is not something reserved for the rich

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While everyone understands the need to start investing, not everybody does it because of the misconception that you need to be earning a high income to buy investment products.

It actually doesn't take much to start investing, and CIMB Prime solutions show that you can start small and reap the benefits in just three months

You can almost immediately reap the returns worth up to RM654 in just three months with the investment available from CIMB Prime solutions.

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On top of that, you'll earn Bonus Points every time as you keep saving, investing, and spending with CIMB Bank

CIMB Bonus Points is a rewards programme that allows you redeem rewards such as air miles, shopping vouchers, and even purchase electronic appliances with your Bonus Points. With your accumulated Bonus Points, you can pay for your purchases at Harvey Norman, Ikea, Dome and other participating outlets. Here are few easy ways to earn these points:

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The total Bonus Points accumulated per year is 113,200.With these accumulated Bonus Points, you can redeem home appliances and other merchandise from the CIMB Member Rewards Programme catalogue, such as Sharp Microwave Oven at 100,900 Bonus Points or a Electrolux Coffee Maker at 70,700 Bonus Points. You can also use these Bonus Points to redeem air miles such as Enrich Miles or BIG Points for flight tickets to your holiday destinations.¹You must maintain a minimum of RM10,000 of your monthly balance to enjoy the Bonus Points.Terms and Conditions apply.

So investment is not always a big commitment. You can always start with something small and grow from there.

It can be as simple as putting your money in a savings account*. When you have a larger amount (eg. your annual bonus), you can place it in a fixed deposit* bundled with unit trust to make more from it.It all depends on your earning power and lifestyle. You can slowly grow your investment portfolio as you earn more and acquire more knowledge about the various types of investment tools available with the help of CIMB Prime solutions.

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Member of PIDM.*CIMB Prime Account, fixed deposit, CIMB Clicks Trader Plus and savings account are eligible for protection by PIDM.

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Wanita Kongsi Pak Cik Grab Bagi 'Tips' Suruh Kahwin Lelaki Kaya Ini Undang Pelbagai Reaksi

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Perkahwinan bukanlah perkara yang mudah dan boleh dibuat main

Hal ini kerana, ia sekali gus menentukan hidup kita bersama dengan pasangan kita. Jadi, memilih pasangan itu juga sangat perlu dalam hidup kita.Namun, berbeza pula dengan ciapan yang tular di Twitter ini apabila seorang wanita berkongsi perbualan di antara dia dan seorang pak cik Grab mengenai perkahwinan telah mencuri tumpuan ramai.Lihat ciapan itu di bawah:

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Pak cik Grab bagi nasihat pasal kahwin

Menerusi ciapan tersebut, kelihatan wanita berkenaan berkongsi situasi semasa dia sedang menaiki Grab dan pemandunya merupakan seorang pak cik.Pak cik itu kemudian bertanyakan soalan sama ada dia sudah kahwin atau belum. Selepas itu, dia memberi nasihat untuk tidak berkahwin terburu-terburu dan cari lelaki yang berduit.Difahamkan, hal ini kerana pak cik itu sudah banyak mendengar dan melihat pasangan banyak berpisah disebabkan duit.Lihat sambungan ciapan itu di bawah:

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"Punca utama cerai is masalah kewangan. Yes. He’s right" - Netizen

Sementara itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen turut memberikan pelbagai reaksi dan pandangan mereka mengenai isu itu.Ketika artikel ini ditulis, ciapan berkenaan telah meraih 6,750 retweets, 854 quotes tweets dan 16.9K likes di Twitter.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen daripada netizen di Twitter:

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Ada betul juga apa yang pak cik itu cakap :)

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An MP Was Fined For Smoking In Parliament On The Same Day It Was Declared Smoke-Free

Yesterday, 15 October, an unnamed Member of Parliament (MP) was among eight people who were fined by enforcers for smoking in Parliament on the same day the building was declared smoke-free

Enforcers monitoring outside the now defunct smoking room in Parliament.
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Malaysiakini reported that the fines were issued yesterday after enforcers from the Health Ministry were deployed to "smoking hotspots" in the Parliament building."We are monitoring the whole Parliament building. We deployed some 23 to 25 enforcers," Health Ministry's tobacco control unit chief Ariana Hassan was quoted as saying by Malaysiakini. Nonetheless, she declined to name the MP who was fined.

The fines were issued under the Control of Tobacco Product Regulations 2004

It is stipulated under the Regulations that anyone caught smoking in a prohibited area faces a maximum fine of RM500.Failure in settling the initial fine could lead to an additional RM10,000 fine, or a jail term of two months, or both.

Ariana added that the building will continue to be monitored for the entire length of the current Parliament sitting

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According to Malaysiakini, the Dewan Rakyat sitting will end on 29 November while the Dewan Negara sitting will conclude on 20 December. China Press reported that enforcers were spotted advising Parliament staff and MPs to stop smoking in the building.The enforcement came after Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr. Dzulkefly Ahmad declared the Parliament building a smoke-free zone effective yesterday.

The Health Ministry announced recently that all eateries will be smoke-free beginning 2019:

                Smoking Ban: Restaurants Will Not Be Allowed To Have Any Designated Smoking Area

The government has turned down the proposal by restaurant operators.

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                You'll Be Fined RM10,000 If You Smoke In Any Restaurants Or Hawker Stalls Beginning 2019

The smoking ban will come into effect on 1 January, 2019.

Read the full story


Amazon Founder Jeff Bezos Buys 136-Year-Old Newspaper for $250 Million. Why?

Billionaire Jeff Bezos buys The Washington Post for $250 million

Billionaire Amazon founder and CEO Jeff Bezos bought himself a new toy on Monday: the 136-year-old newspaper The Washington Post, which he acquired for $250 million from the Washington Post Company.

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Bezos, hailed by many as technology visionary, called his acquisition a personal endeavour and reassured employees and readers of the 135-year-old newspaper he will preserve its journalistic tradition, while driving innovation.

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Bezos’ shocker makes him the second billionaire to buy a top local newspaper in the United States in the last week. On Saturday, The New York Times Company sold The Boston Globe to Red Sox owner John Henry for $70 million.

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In the roughly 15 years Jeff Bezos has been a public figure he's proven to be nothing if not honest. He promised to build Amazon for the long haul and he's been true to his word at every step.

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About the deal

Because of the deal, shares of the Washington Post Co climbed more than 5% to $599.85 after hours - their highest level in almost five years.

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The acquisition, the latest in a flurry of deals for print publications including the New York Times Co’s sale of the Boston Globe for $70 million, is  another sign of the unprecedented challenges newspapers face as advertising revenue and readership decline.

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Donald Graham, the chairman and CEO of the Washington Post Co, said in an interview that he and his niece Katharine Weymouth, the Post’s publisher, made the decision to put the newspaper up for sale earlier this year after looking at its financial forecasts

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Graham and Bezos discussed the deal at two meetings in Sun Valley, Idaho during the annual Allen & Co media and tech conference in July.

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“I named a price and Jeff agreed to pay it,” said Graham, who initially thought Bezos would be an unlikely buyer. “To my surprise, when (Allen & Co) said they would call him, I said that would be great but I didn't think he would be interested.”

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“I asked (Bezos) why he wanted to do it and his reasons are the best ones: he believes in what newspapers do and what the Post does and that it’s important to the country,” Graham said.

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What Jeff Bezos has to say on The Washington Post purchase

Bezos made it clear that he has no magic formula for turning The Post around. The newspaper is the anchor of a division that lost $54 million at The Washington Post Co. last year while generating revenue of $582 million, 39 percent less than it did in 2005.

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There is no map, and charting a path ahead will not be easy,'' Bezos wrote in a Monday letter sent to Post employees after his surprise acquisition was announced.We will need to invent, which means we will need to experiment.''

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In this letter, he tells employees, “The values of The Post do not need changing.” CLICK TO READ THE COMPLETE LETTER

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How will Jeff Bezos impact The Washington Post?

Jeff's purchase of the Post was a shock to many. The traditional book-publishing industry sees his company as its enemy, and just last year, he said in an interview, “There is one thing I’m certain about: there won’t be printed newspapers in twenty years.”

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It is impossible to believe that Bezos has bought it in order to generate profits. Its revenue has fallen for seven successive years. Operating profits have plunged from $125.4m (£81.6m) in 2005 to a loss of $53.7m (£35m) in 2012.

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Buying Washington's premiere media property could make the 49-year-old tech CEO an instant player in national politics. And while Bezos has never been overtly political, Washington insiders expect him to make his presence felt in time, both inside and outside the paper

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There is another aspect we shouldn't overlook in our speculation on Bezos's motives: public service. If we put all commercial considerations to one side, then it's plausible to see Bezos's purchase as an act of philanthropy.

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Printed newspapers: Are they dying?

More people are switching to digital technologies to get news instead of relying on traditional sources of information like TV and the daily newspapers.

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The market for clear and sharp writing about timely subjects will never disappear. However, its form at the point of delivery either is changing or has already changed, and this trend line seems irreversible.

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Newspaper managements failed to recognize how drastically the Web would disrupt their comfortable niche.
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Big media will survive on the web even as its ancient print incarnation wastes away.  But it will have to get used to a world of shrunken valuations and leaner living.  Editors will no longer let writers squander 4,000 words to say what could be said in 1,000.

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The debate has become more urgent lately, as a deepening recession has cut profits, and as once-explosive growth in newspaper web revenues has leveled off, forestalling what the industry hoped would become an important source of revenue

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About The Washington Post

The Washington Post (WP) is an American daily newspaper. It is the most widely circulated newspaper published in Washington, D.C., and oldest extant in the area, founded in 1877.

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The newspaper has won 47 Pulitzer Prizes. This includes six separate Pulitzers awarded in 2008, the second-highest number ever given to a single newspaper in one year.

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It is owned by The Washington Post Company, an education and media company. On August 5, 2013, Amazon.com's Jeff Bezos agreed to purchase the newspaper for $250 million in cash.

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About Jeff Bezos

Online retail giant Amazon.com CEO Jeff Bezos unveils the Kindle DX, a large-screen version of its popular Kindle electronic reader designed for newspapers, magazines and textbooks, during a press conference in New York, May 06, 2009.
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Film Director Baz Luhrmann, Editor-in-Chief of Vogue Anna Wintour and designer Miuccia Prada, Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos attend the 'Schiaparelli And Prada: Impossible Conversations' Costume Institute Exhibition Press Preview at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 7, 2012 in New York City.
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Jeffrey Preston "Jeff" Bezos is an American internet entrepreneur and investor. He is a technology entrepreneur who has played a key role in the growth of e-commerce as the founder and CEO of Amazon.com

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Jeff Bezos, CEO of AMAZON, introduces new Kindle Fire HD Family during the AMAZON press conference on September 06, 2012 in Santa Monica, California.
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Bezos was born Jeffrey Preston Jorgensen in Albuquerque, New Mexico, to Jacklyn Gise Jorgensen and Ted Jorgensen. His maternal ancestors were settlers who lived in Texas, and over the generations acquired a 25,000 acre ranch near Cotulla.

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American entrepreneur, president and founder of internet company Amazon, Jeff Bezos!
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Bezos founded Amazon.com in 1994 after making a cross-country drive from New York to Seattle, writing up the Amazon business plan on the way. He initially set up the company in his garage.

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