[PHOTOS] Here's A Glimpse Inside The 1st Korean Convenience Store CU To Open In Malaysia

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The wait is over! The first CU convenience store from South Korea is finally opening its first Malaysian outlet at Centrepoint, Bandar Utama, on 1 April.

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You might recognise the familiar green and purple store if you're a K-drama fan, as it appears in many scenes.

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We had a preview tour of CU, as well as a demo of some of its best snacks. Here's what you can expect to find at the store:

1. There's a pick-up counter selling made-to-order street food, such as tteokbokki, odeng (fishcake), dakgangjeong (fried chicken), corn sausage, and more

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2. If you're craving something sweet, you should drop by for its bingsu, which comes in five unique flavours: choco, goguma (sweet potato), peanut butter, mango, and black sesame

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Peanut butter bingsu
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Peanut butter bingsu
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3. CU also sells softserve ice cream in pumpkin and injeolmi (Korean sweet rice cake) flavours. You can even opt for a double up (an upsized version) of your favourite flavour.

Pumpkin (left) and injeolmi (right).
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Double up softserve (injeolmi flavour).
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Double up softserve (pumpkin flavour).
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A combination of both pumpkin and injeolmi flavours.
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4. You can order refreshing drinks like pumpkin tea and omija tea (five flavour berry tea)

Omija tea (left) and pumpkin tea (right).
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5. You'll find a large section of ready-to-eat Korean meals and desserts, including bulgogi rice sets, rice balls, kimchi gimbap, and more

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6. For those who need a quick beverage fix, you should try CU's exclusive delaffe drinks

These pre-packed drinks come in seven different flavours, which are watermelon ale, Americano sweet, plum ade, hazelnut flavour coffee, black Americano, peach iced tea, and green grape ade. They can be easily poured into a plastic cup containing ice, located in a cooler below the delaffe display.

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7. If you want a quick breakfast bite, CU has a shelf of baked goods that are replenished daily

Its specialty buns include the Choco K-Brick Toast, Winter Snowflake Bun, and a sweet potato bun in the shape of a sweet potato.

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8. It also has several sections of popular snacks that are imported directly from Korea

CU's must-try snacks include its double caramel popcorn, pretzel and caramel popcorn, and cheese cubes.

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9. There's a beverage aisle containing various Korean drinks as well as local favourites

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10. It also sells pre-packed kimchi and bottled Samyang sauce so you can cook your favourite Korean meals at home

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11. You can heat up your ramen cup noodles at their hot water counter and enjoy your tasty meal right in the store itself

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12. You can find a selection of K-beauty products like sheet masks and hair dye

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Here's where CU is located:

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Address: 3, Lebuh Bandar Utama, Bandar Utama, 47800 Petaling Jaya, Selangor.Operating hours:10am - 10pm (Daily)

Here's another convenience store from Japan that's newly opened in KL:

                [PHOTOS] Here's A Peek Inside Malaysia's 1st JONETZ By Don Don Donki Outlet At Lot 10

Three levels worth of Japanese products. :O

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PEKEMA Accuses Proton's New Management Of Discrimination Against Bumiputera Distributors

President of the Malaysian Association of Malay Vehicle Importers and Traders (PEKEMA), Zainuddin Abdul Rahman accused the new Proton management, under China's Geely, of discriminating against bumiputera distributors

His claim was in response to a new Proton directive for its distributors to upgrade from a 1S (sales only) centre to 3S (sales, service and spare parts) centre within a year. Zainuddin also stressed that this directive pressures bumiputera distributors as 85% of them only have 1S centres.According to Sinchew Daily, Zanuddin was also concerned with Proton "ditching the bumi agenda" and being taken over by Geely completely.

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Zainuddin expressed his worry that Bumiputera-run 1S centres may not be capable of upgrading to 3S status within the required timeframe

In an interview with Mingguan Malaysia, Zainuddin stated that the directive from Proton came with "no compromise or negotiations". "The person who is in charge of the planning and development of Proton sales representative is being led by a non-bumiputera who surely would not have the spirit to help bumiputera," he added.

3S Proton centre in Pasir Gudang.
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According to Sinchew Daily, a representative for Proton's bumiputera distributors complained that the management has been turning a blind eye to "unhealthy competition"

In the report, the representative argued that the distributors who give customers "ridiculously high discounts" were mostly non-bumiputera, which "destroys" bumiputera distributors. The representative also called for better oversight from Proton's management. Furthermore, Zainuddin also claimed that Proton will only allow the 3S centres to sell the upcoming, complete-built-up (CBU) Boyue model. "This is a form of subtle discrimination against bumiputera 1S distributors who will not be given the right to sell the CBU Boyue," he added.

Boyue will be the first new Proton model under Geely's management.
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Zainuddin is worried that non-bumiputera distributors will monopolise Proton's market after the many closures of bumiputera distributors since November 2017

Zainuddin said some PEKEMA members complained that they have been making losses as high as 40% to 50% per month in comparison to previous years. As a result, many bumiputera-run centres have either experienced a change in ownership or closed down entirely. According to Zainuddin, there are only two bumiputera distributors in Klang Valley that have attained the 3S status.

Zainuddin called on the government to intervene in order to maintain Proton's "bumi agenda"

He stated that many bumiputera distributors are unable to achieve the required 3S status as Proton itself has not been performing well, which led to a decline in the company's market share. He also criticised Proton's management for being out of sync with PM Najib Razak's wish and effort to maintain Proton's future, adding that if the government does not intervene, many bumiputera distributors will be forced to close down.

Do you think Zainuddin made a fair statement? Let us know in the comments below.

Zainuddin claimed that Proton will only allow 3S distributors to sell the new Boyue model. Here's what Proton's first SUV looks like:

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Based on the Geely Boyue.

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There's A RM10,000 Reward To Whoever Can Find The Person Who Hung Up Dead Otters In Penang

Photos of two dead otters being strung up by their neck have gone viral on Twitter after it was posted on Friday, 1 March

The photos, which were posted up on Twitter by @999Malaysia, show two dead, fly-infested otters hanging by their necks.One otter is seen hanging from a pole, while another is hanging from a green wire fence.The incident occurred at Simpang Ampat, Penang.Warning: the following photos contain elements that may be distressing to some people.

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"For fish breeders, otters may be predators but should they be killed like this?" the user wrote in Bahasa Malaysia."It's enough that they killed [the otters] but they also hung it up as if it were a despicable creature."

Netizens have reacted in anger and sadness at the treatment of the two carcasses

"Just imagine these otters went out to scavenge food for their family," wrote one netizen."At their nest, their children and partner are waiting. Just imagine if we are waiting for the people we love but they will never return."

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Another netizen wrote, "I pray this person's business will never succeed, that their living is suspended just like what they did to these otters."

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Meanwhile, another user theorised that the otters were hung that way to scare off any other otters that may come.

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In response to the photos, non-governmental organisation Pasukan Tindakan Haiwan (AAT) is offering a RM10,000 reward on leads that will result in the arrest of the perpetrator

AAT president Sharul Nizam Ab Rahim told Harian Metro that they received the photos on Wednesday, 27 February from a member of the public."They sent the pictures because of a strong sense of humanity for the two otters without knowing that the individual who killed and hung the animals could be subject to legal action," said Sharul.

Otters spotted at Sungei Pinang in 2015.
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He added that otters are protected under Section 54(5) of the Wildlife Conservation Act (Act 716) which states that "any wildlife captured or killed [...] shall be the property of the State and shall without delay be handed to an officer".The carcasses have been sent to the National Wildlife Forensic Laboratory.


PAS Rep Claims That Artistes Snubbing Malaysia For Concerts Is "A Success For Muslims"

Coldplay, Britney Spears, Foo Fighters, and now... Celine Dion. These are just a few of the big names who've given Malaysia a miss in their recent concert tours, opting to stop by neighbouring countries instead.

Celine Dion will be performing in Singapore for two nights on 3 and 4 July 2018.
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Last week, the Canadian diva announced that she will be embarking on a seven-city tour of Asia this year, which will see her performing in Tokyo, Macau, Singapore, Jakarta, Taipei, Manila, and Bangkok. Malaysia, which she last visited in 2008 for her 'Taking Chances World Tour', was noticeably missing from the line-up. In addition to Celine Dion, several international artists - namely Katy Perry, Fall Out Boy, The Script, and Harry Styles - have also confirmed dates for the Asian leg of their concert tours sans Malaysia (at least, for the time being).

In a report by The Malaysian Insight, entertainment industry insiders revealed that international artistes are snubbing Malaysia due to the lack of sponsorships, which may have been driven by religious conservatism in Malaysia

Pop star Selena Gomez performed in a new conservative outfit following protests from PAS due to her "sexiness".
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Quoting a local artiste manager, The Malaysian Insight reported that event organisers and concert promoters in Malaysia are finding it increasingly difficult to secure monetary backing and, in turn, make profits. Unlike Thailand and Indonesia, companies selling alcohol and cigarettes are not too keen on providing sponsorship, citing the country's increasingly conservative stance towards Islam.In addition, religious policing and bureaucratic red tape i.e. Malaysia's stringent regulations for international performers were also cited as key reasons.

This may be bad news to local event organisers and music fans, but a PAS representative has claimed that the decline of international artistes  coming to Malaysia is "a success for Muslims in the country"

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Cleric Riduan Mohamad Nor, who is also a PAS central committee member, wrote in Harakah Daily, "If religious conservatism is used as an excuse to explain the lack of sponsorship that is stopping famous artistes from holding concerts in Malaysia, then that is a success for Muslims in this country.""This means that sponsors have realised that Malaysia is not as free-thinking or open-minded as other countries. Malaysia has a big reputation as an Islamic country. Some may consider this a negative development, but for the majority of Muslims in the country, it's a positive development," he added.

The cleric also claimed that the many protests against concerts as well as society's "hatred towards wild entertainment" have also discouraged organisers and sponsors from holding concerts in Malaysia

Coldplay performing in Singapore on 1 April 2017.
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"Malaysians are very worried about the generation of young people who have wild morals and behaviour, likes to be entertained, dress up indecently, and who look up to wild and immoral Western artistes as their icons," he wrote."There have been many protests against concert organisers, leading to sponsors and organisers feeling reluctant to plan concerts here. They have been discouraged due to protests and society's hatred towards this type of despicable entertainment," he added.

"Let those who love entertainment and worship international celebrities claim their right to entertainment overseas. Go to any Southeast Asian country, but not in Malaysia."

Wrapping up his op-ed, Riduan urged Muslims to continue to be sensitive and care for the country, adding that "we might be despised by some, but it can save the people and the country."

It has been a turbulent past few years for organisers and promoters, with many having had their events cancelled at the very last minute due to political or religious concerns:

                Organisers Are Wary Of Holding Pop Concerts In Malaysia Amid Intolerance By Muslim Groups

Many local promoters have also moved outside of Malaysia due to the uncertain and challenging environment.

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Well, at least Ed Sheeran's long-awaited concert went off without hitch:

                [PICS/VIDS] 10 Most Unforgettable Moments From Ed Sheeran's Sold-Out Concert In KL

Glad you made it here, Ed!

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"Dah Apply Tapi Kenapa Tak Dapat?"- Ini Tips Untuk Fresh Graduate Dapat Kerja Dengan Cepat

Tidak dinafikan rata-rata fresh graduates sedang mengalami kesukaran untuk mencari pekerjaan

Setelah tamat sesi pembelajaran di universiti, peralihan ke alam pekerjaan merupakan fasa yang paling penting untuk semua fresh graduates. Hal ini demikian kerana, alam pekerjaan yang graduan ceburi ini akan menentukan masa depan mereka. Zaman belajar dan zaman pekerjaan sudah tentu berbeza. Kalau masa belajar, sudah pasti tugasnya hanya perlu belajar dan siapkan tugasan. Manakala zaman pekerjaan, kita dibayar untuk melakukan tugas yang melingkupi skop pekerjaan.

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Antara cabaran yang dihadapi oleh para graduan

Para graduan tidak pernah berhenti berharap untuk mendapatkan pekerjaan. Namun begitu, pasti wujud banyak cabaran dalam perjalanan mencari sesuatu pekerjaan. Antara situasi yang sering terjadi kepada mereka ialah: 1. Sudah beberapa bulan mencari pekerjaan tetapi masih berjaya2. Sudah beberapa kali menghadiri temu duga, masih belum berjaya3. Terdapat kerja kosong, tetapi bukan bidang mereka4. Tak memilih kerja, apply semua tetapi tidak mendapat panggilan5. Keputusan yang diperolehi tidak menepati syarat dan kriteria sesuatu pekerjaanSituasi ini bukan sesuatu yang indah untuk dikatakan. Lebih-lebih lagi, dalam keadaan pandemik ini, semua pihak terkesan. Walau bagaimanapun, pesan untuk para graduan, jangan rasa rendah diri. Ambil setiap peluang yang ada walaupun bukan bidang anda.

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Berikut merupakan checklist sebelum anda memohon pekerjaan:

1. Penulisan resume yang padat dan penuh dengan informasi anda

Perkara ini merupakan perkara yang penting untuk syarikat menapis atau memilih calon sebelum dipanggil untuk temu duga.

2. Bawa portfolio tambahan jika ada

Portfolio ini adalah bertujuan untuk menunjukkan hasil kerja yang telah anda lakukan sepanjang sesi pembelajaran. Ini boleh dijadikan sebagai added value!

3. Tidak bergantung kepada satu aplikasi pencarian pekerjaan sahaja

Pelbagaikan aplikasi pencarian pekerjaan seperti Jobstreets, WOOB, Maukerja, LinkedIn dan lain-lain.

4. Kenali bakal majikan dan lakukan research tentang syarikat anda

First impression itu penting. Jika anda berjaya dan layak ke peringkat temu duga, pastikan anda membuat sedikit kajian supaya anda nampak berinformasi. Ini juga menunjukkan anda seorang yang mempunyai semangat yang tinggi dan minat terhadap syarikat.

5. Sementara menunggu, mantapkan skil baru

Terdapat banyak aplikasi atau syarikat yang menyediakan kursus kemahiran percuma secara dalam talian. Top-up ilmu yang ada! Sebagai seorang fresh graduate, anda disarankan supaya mempunyai matlamat hidup dan sasaran untuk masa depan, sekurang-kurangnya rancangan untuk 5 tahun pertama dalam kerjaya. Jangan putus asa! Semoga tips dan informasi yang dikongsikan ini dapat dipraktikkan oleh kita bersama. Anda boleh dengar kisah yang berkaitan topik hari ini di sini untuk dengar lebih lanjut.Penulis: Adinna

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Does Papaya Leaf Juice Really Help You Recover From Dengue?

Dengue fever is a problem that just does not seem to want to go away in Malaysia where hundreds of cases are reported daily. And even worse, it seems to be escalating. As of 16 April 2015, the total case count of people suffering from dengue fever stands at 36,611; with Selangor state reporting the most cases at 21, 471.
In addition, the total number of dengue fever fatality this year is 113.
For comparison, this infographic shows the number of dengue cases and deaths in Malaysia from the year 2013 to October 2014:

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While every year hundreds die from dengue in Malaysia alone, there's still no vaccine or medicine that can help prevent dengue. All you can do to protect yourself is to prevent mosquito bites.
But what if you could not prevent yourself from being bitten by a mosquito and fall sick? What then?
Can papaya leaf juice help you in recovering from dengue fever?

According to this article, dated 11 December 2014, on Channel NewsAsia, "Malaysians have taken to consuming all sorts of traditional remedies to help cure dengue fever. One such remedy involves the juice of papaya leaves. The article cites Vaidya C D Siby, Chief Ayurvedic Physician at the Ayur Centre, saying that "(the juice of papaya leaves) has an antiviral capacity to improve the metabolism and it improves the liver function and that's how the liver function improves. The metabolism improves so the platelet level improves, that's how it happens."However, this article, dated 1 October 2014, on The Sun Daily, tells Malaysians to not get excited over papaya juice extract as a treatment for dengue. Citing renowned Australia scientist Scott O'Neill, the article says that "until there is some clinical data or scientific research to check on the efficacy of papaya leaf extract to treat dengue, it will only be considered as hearsay."O'Neill told The Sun Daily that regardless of the claim, it was still of utmost priority to have scientific evidence to back these claims."This is because there are many different remedies out there which people had said were able to treat different diseases but not every remedy is suitable or have high success rates in treating a disease. Hence, by having these scientific evidence it will then allow us to know to what extent the remedy works," he added.He further pointed out that as far as he knows about papaya leaf extract, there has not been any major clinical studies conducted to determine its success rate in treating dengue. However, O'Neill does not reject the point that papaya leaf extract might actually be able to treat dengue but he urged everyone to be cautious.

According to a private medical practitioner, Dr. Hu Chang Hock, you should be careful when resorting to alternative treatment for dengue such as taking papaya leaf juice. The private practitioner said not enough studies had been done to prove its effectiveness.

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Dr. Hu, who has a Master's Degree in Infectious Disease and Tropical Medicine, said: "Don't depend on inconclusive results. Papaya leaves contain alkaloids, which is known to be toxic and they include a compound known to have direct effect on our hearts.""People feeling unwell should seek medical attention immediately. Get proper medical advice including getting blood tests done and consuming enough fluids. This is because leakage of plasma can result in a drop in blood pressure and shock, if untreated," he advised when asked to comment on claims that certain people were seeking alternative treatment for the disease.Another doctor, Dr. Nupur Krishnan, a clinical nutritionist from Kemps Corner, an upmarket neighbourhood in South Mumbai, India, said that people should take such claims (that the juice of papaya leaves can immediately boost platelet count in the body and is a miracle cure for dengue fever) with a pinch of salt.In this article, dated 27 October 2012, the Indian doctor said that even if papaya leaves have nutrients capable of increasing platelet count, the human body might not be capable of absorbing such nutrients. "People often think that eating leafy vegetables such as spinach and fenugreek will increase haemoglobin levels in blood. But certain acids present in such foods prevents the body from absorbing them."

However, anecdotal evidence suggests that the extract of raw papaya leaf helps to boost platelets, also known as thrombocytes, and relieves symptoms. A number of recent studies, too, have shown the effect of papaya leaf juice in curing the dengue fever.

A 2009 study, done on mice in Malaysia, reported significant improvement in thrombocyte count in the group which received papaya leaf formulations compared to the control group.A 2012 study, done on five dengue patients by Indian Institute of Forest Management, found interesting observations. Among the five patients, papaya leaf juice was found to be effective in curing dengue. The platelet count increased in all five patients within 24 hours of drinking the papaya leaf juice. All of them reported significant improvement in health.A 2013 study, done on 288 dengue fever and dengue haemorrhagic fever patients in Malaysia, found that Carica papaya leaf extract can assist in increasing platelets in patients with dengue fever. The study was led by Dr. Soobitha Subenthran and team from the Institute for Medical Research (IMR) in Kuala Lumpur.According to this article, dated 17 August 2014, Prof. Dr. Saringat Haji Baie from the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), Penang also strongly supported IMR’s findings. "It is not merely a traditional belief, but a proven cure as I have tried it on my own son when he fell victim to dengue recently. Many people are taking it and although not scientifically proven, it works," said the professor.

So what's the deal?
Should you be drinking papaya leaf juice as a dengue patient?

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It's a grey area!Several small scientific studies have been carried out in dengue-endemic countries like Malaysia and India, looking into the efficacy of this herbal remedy.While the results cannot be said to be definitive, due to their small study size, they are certainly promising.The video below shows how to prepare papaya leaf juice:

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Gegaria Fest Is Back And Will Be Going To These 4 New Locations

This Spotlight is sponsored by Gegaria.

If you missed out on the Gegaria festival the last time around, now's your chance to go!

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Taking place at four different locations around Malaysia over four consecutive weekends, Gegaria is an all-day festival filled with loads of yummy food, fun games and activities, talks by lifestyle experts, and even a super happening concert.Here are all the deets for the first Gegaria Fest:Date: 24 March 2018Location: Dataran Amanjaya, Meru, Ipoh, PerakTime: 8am - 11pmAnd take note of these upcoming Gegaria Fest details too:- 31 March 2018: Matrade Exhibition & Convention Centre, Kuala Lumpur- 7 April 2018: Dataran Centrio Seremban 2, Seremban, Negeri Sembilan- 15 April 2018: Amanjaya Mall, Sungai Petani, Kedah

Bring your family and friends along and spend a day there together, doing all these fun things:

1. Let loose and get fit with a morning fitness dance session

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Start your day by exercising the fun way! In the hands of fitness experts like Hanif Shawn, you'll be too busy having fun as you dance along to popular songs all decked out in Gegaria gear, to even realise that you're actually exercising at the same time. Even Ejen Ali couldn't resist joining in haha.Click HERE to register and claim your spot in the fitness dance session now! If you're one of the early birds to register, you'll get to snag some exclusive Gegaria merch for yourself.

2. Take gorgeous #ootd shots at all the totally Insta-worthy art installations

From the whimsical colourful pipes and ribbons, to the nostalgic biscuit tins and old kampung-style doors, there's so many interesting backdrops that you'll definitely end up spamming your Insta with all of the stunning photos you'll be taking.

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3. Makan all of the yummy food!

Once again there'll be loads of food trucks at Gegaria, offering up their most popular dishes all day long. You'll definitely wanna go with an empty stomach so that you can eat all you want, otherwise you'll seriously regret not getting to try everything!Here's all the awesome food trucks that will be at Gegaria in Ipoh:- The Butter Orange- MonSteamboat- Ayaq Aih- Laksa Pokok Limau- Yellow Elephant- Plaats.co- Spark Station 77- Lebai- Fuyyoo Best Chicken- Ipoh Black CoffeeWe can't wait to chow down on everything mmm! We're especially excited about some of the famous local delicacies like laksa telur goreng from Laksa Pokok Limau, nasi hujan panas ayam masak merah from The Butter Orange, and teh ais cincau from Ipoh Black Coffee.

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4. Relive all your favourite childhood memories

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Remember those carefree days we spent playing the simplest of games as kids? Relive all those happy memories and experience some of your fondest childhood moments again by challenging your friends to a round of baling selipar, lompat getah, giant jenga, and giant congkak, or just by watching huge bubbles drift by.

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You can also take a walk down memory lane at the Throwback Tunnel where a team from the New Straits Times Press has curated a special interactive exhibition of some of the most iconic moments in Malaysian history. Look back at Malaysia's greatest achievements in the fields of sports and science, as well as the entertainment industry.

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5. Experience VR and take part in the e-games tournament

The MyGameOn eSports Zone is the ultimate hangout place for every gaming enthusiast. Iconic games like Dragonball Z, Street Fighter, and Tekken 7 are free to play and you can also try out Rush of Blood, a cool VR experience.Fans of FIFA Online 3 should definitely take part in the e-sports tournament where you stand the chance of winning cash prizes from a pool of RM10,000!

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6. Pick up tips and insights from some of the most famous Malaysian lifestyle experts

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If there's every anything you wanted to know about a particular lifestyle sector, now's the time to get all your questions answers. An impressive lineup of top Malaysian personalities will be having their own sharing sessions and/or demos to teach you about their respective fields.Here's who you'll be hearing from in Ipoh:- Faizdickie (Turning Passion Into Career)- Elfira Loy (Fashion And Beauty)- Ramona Zamzam (Creating Lifestyle Content In The Digital World)- Hanif Shawn (Health Talk)And if you're lucky enough like we were at Gegaria Kuantan last month, you may be able to grab a photo with them too! ;)

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7. Party it up with some of the hottest local acts

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In our past experiences at Gegaria, the finale concert is always super happening guys, you definitely don't want to miss it! People start camping out at the stage area hours before to make sure they get the best view 'cause there's always a huge crowd gathered by the time the show starts.Everyone always gets really into it, singing, dancing, jumping, and just all-out partying to some of the hottest local acts such as Noh Salleh, Bunkface, SonaOne, Nabila Razali, and Kugiran Masdo.

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If you still need more reasons why you should go to Gegaria, check out the video below to see just how much fun the Kuantan edition was:

Gegaria Kuantan HighlightsRamai yang tanya Gegaria Fest akan kemana pula kan? 24 Mac, Dataran Amanjaya, Meru, Ipoh! Orang Ipoh tunggu apa lagiiiiii, jom semua turun padang! #GoGegaria #KitaOKPosted by GoGegaria on Wednesday, March 14, 2018

So if you don't have plans for the upcoming weekends just yet, make it a point to go to the Gegaria festival, we'll see you there! Stay tuned to their Facebook and Instagram for updates.

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Here's what you missed out on at the previous Gegaria festivals:

                Durian Cendol, Huge Congkak, And 11 Best Things That Happened At Gegaria Fest Setia Alam

Durian cendol, guys.

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                This Free Event On 13 January Will Have Food Trucks, e-Games, Live Performances And More

There's so much to do that you confirm cannot finish all in one day!

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1 Utama Has Hilarious Response To MGAG Roasting Them About Their Parking System

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MGAG recently posted a meme about different malls in KL using Touch 'n Go as their parking payment system, and 1 Utama Shopping Centre was the only one left out

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If you don't already know, instead of Touch 'n Go, 1 Utama uses conventional cash or their own parking payment card known as ONECARD, which also lets you collect points while you shop.

A TikTok video of a customer receiving a heap of loose coins in change after paying for his parking in 1 Utama went viral, which led to MGAG's roast towards 1 Utama (as a joke, of course).

Shortly after, 1 Utama gave the best response to MGAG

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"We had a good laugh over MGAG's petition suggestion to get our mall to implement TnG; we really enjoyed responding with our own meme as it's all in good fun," a 1 Utama spokesperson shared with SAYS today, 28 June.They added: "We do not believe in monopolies and would like to keep our parking rates affordable and free of surcharges for our shoppers. By using ONECARD, our shoppers get to earn UPoints while they shop here and these points can be converted into parking credits. Currently, our parking is only RM1 for the first four hours so we'll like to continue this service to benefit our shoppers. With the convenience of tech, you just need to tap with your ONECARD to enter our car park or use our 1PAY E-wallet to make payment on our mobile app."

Taking it a step further, 1 Utama has since decided to give out free ONECARDs to the public

"Encouraged by the positive responses and love we've gotten from this viral meme, we spontaneously decided to give away free ONECARD applications to the public until 30 June, so that more can enjoy our parking privileges," the spokesperson stated.The mall mentioned that all you need to do is 'like' and flash your social media posting at the Concierge or Customer Service Centres to get an instant ONECARD for yourself!

The little 'squabble' has left netizens in stitches, as some sided with 1 Utama's ONECARD parking system

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Issokay MGAG, we still lub you. <3SAYS has reached out to Touch 'n Go and will update this article accordingly if there is a response.

There was a previous debate among the public about whether the mall is called '1U' or 'OU':

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9 Things To Know About The Exposé On Islamic Affairs Minister Using Fund Meant For Orphans

On 13 November, Friday, an anti-corruption group called 'National Oversight and Whistleblower' (NOW) alleged that 'Yayasan Pembangunan Ekonomi Islam Malaysia' (YAPEIM) funded Minister in the PM's Department Jamil Khir Baharom's US trip in 2014 using money from donations meant for orphans and poor children

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Below, we take a look at the claims made in the exposé and what the Federal Minister has to say including whatever else that is there to know about it at the moment.

1.

National Oversight and Whistleblower (NOW) Director Akmal Nasir has alleged the trip took place between 21 May and 29 May 2014 when Jamil Khir Baharom, the Minister in charge of Islamic Affairs, and his entourage visited the city of Washington DC, Minnesota and Iowa.The Director of NOW told a press conference in KL that expenses for the visit were paid for by an institution under the purview of YAPEIM. Akmal said the Minister's wife was also part of the entourage.

2.

According to NOW, the US trip was under the guise of an official charity programme organised by the state-linked charity agency. However, the Federal Minister, his wife and their entourage instead went on a shopping spree and played golf for most of the eight-day using money meant for an orphanage.Citing invoices billed to Yayasan Pembangunan Anak Yatim/Miskin (PEMANGKIN) that it obtained, NOW's Director Akmal Nasir said the trip to Washington DC, Iowa and Minnesota from 21 May to 29 May 2014 involved golf and trips to shopping malls.

3.

The trip costed RM410,978, Akmal claimed.In copies of receipts of payments for the YAPEIM US programme, four days out of the schedule were spent on a "VVIP" trip to Leesburg Corner Premium Outlet, a factory outlet store that sells luxury goods at discounted prices.Transportation fees to the outlet cost RM5,908.35, according to the receipt.The Director of NOW said: "What is sad, is that these payments are made through PEMANGKIN for which the money was meant to help orphans and the poor. Although the trip's objective was to 'strengthen and empower YAPEIM's Kelab Santun, the trip had nothing to do with charity work."

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4.

The invoices Akmal obtained showed that RM274,493 was spent on the return tickets for the Minister and his wife. Other expenses spent on the Minister include RM1,658.96 for golf, RM1,565.98 for a dinner function and RM3,200.72 for souvenirs.Accommodation for the Minister and his wife for three nights came to RM2,675.43.

5.

Akmal said: "I'm certain this disclosure can reach beyond the imagination of the people, wondering how can an Islamic foundation under the Prime Minister's watch be abused for activities like golfing or shopping, and all."He said NOW is demanding a thorough investigation into YAPEIM and other institutions under the charity foundation and that their spendings are checked and audited openly."The investigation should also track down the exact amount of losses due to leakages and misuse of power. The donations are for the orphans. Many people go on official trips outside the country but if the donations are used for leisure such as this, it has deviated from the objective and it is wrong." he said

6.

While YAPEIM is a charity set up by the Federal Government in 1976 and placed under the purview of the Prime Minister, with special attention from Jamil Khir, according to Senator Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki, the Federal Government has no direct involvement in the operations of YAPEIM or knowledge of the alleged mismanagement at the entity, The Malay Mail Online reported.Also, this is NOW's fourth expose on YAPEIM.

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7.

Meanwhile, Jamil Khir Baharom has denied the claims made by NOW and is threatening to sue parties involved for defamation over the reports. He said National Oversight and Whistleblower (NOW) Director Akmal Nasir's claims that he used the funds to "play golf and go shopping" were slanderous and misleading.He said the May 2014 visit was made in his official capacity, and it was spent attending events organised by agencies under his purview, namely YAPEIM, with the Malaysian embassy in the US and Education Malaysia Chicago.

8.

Jamil Khir has threatened to sue Akmal if he doesn't reply within 24 hours.The Federal Minister is also asking for a retraction and apology from news portal The Malaysian Insider over their report of the article."I demand Akmal Nasir, the director of NOW and The Malaysian Insider to retract all allegations and slander they have made and issue a public apology within 24 hours. Otherwise, I will initiate a defamation suit through my lawyers because I believe this has truly tarnished my dignity and credibility."

9.

The Malaysian Insider, however, claims that unlike other news portals, it did not name the Federal Minister in its report on Akmal's press conference on 13 November. It did, however, tried to contact the Minister and YAPEIM for comments but to no avail, the online portal admitted.

National Oversight and Whistleblowers (NOW) Director Akmal Nasir.
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Couple In KL Caught For Allegedly Selling Their Twin Babies On Mudah For RM15k

A couple was arrested on Monday, 11 December, for allegedly putting their twin babies up for sale online

A screenshot of the advertisement posted by the couple online.
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According to New Straits Times (NST), Kuala Lumpur Police Chief Datuk Mazlan Lazim said that the young couple were detained at two different locations. "The 20-year-old woman was detained at her house in Setapak around 8pm, while her boyfriend who is two years younger than her was nabbed an hour later at his house in Ampang. "The suspects were believed to have advertised their four-month-old twins for RM15,000 on a website on Friday (8 December)," explained Datuk Mazlan to NST.

The babies have since been removed from the mother's care and handed over to the Social Welfare Department

Datuk Mazlan said yesterday, 12 December, that the couple have been released on bail. The case is being investigated under Section 48: Trafficking In and Abduction Of Children of the Child Act 2001. If convicted, the perpetrators can be sentenced to jail for no more than five years or fined for a maximum of RM10,000.

Prominent social causes advocate and child activist, Syed Azmi posted a Facebook status on the issue, highlighting that he had been in touch with the girl for the past three months

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"I know them around three months ago sebab (because) want to know what is their plan and how they can raise the babies. Still tak nikah (not married) at that time. "Thank God tak kahwin (not married), both cannot afford to take care of the babies, they tried suruh orang lain jaga (asking for someone else to take care of the babies)... after three families semua tak larat sebab (all couldn't do it because) the babies asyik nangis (kept crying). In the end, they post online to sell it off at RM15,000," read his post. He explained that he immediately got in touch with the authorities after finding out that she had put the babies up for sale and brought them to her house. "I explained to her (the babies' mother) it's wrong. I asked her how did she put the price on the babies. 'Main tekan-tekan kat handphone je (I just checked on my handphone)' ."I asked her, 'You tell me, what is your price?'. She just kept quiet," explained Syed.

Syed said that the girl's family had previously tried to give the babies away to someone who was interested to adopt them, but the process was stalled by her mother who wanted money for giving up the babies

He also expressed his disappointment over the fact that the girl was rude to her parents when they were having the conversation on what should be done with the babies. "In the end, there are three choices that we suggested. One is to find an adoptive family, send to JKM or send to OrphanCARE. For tonight, the babies are taken by us to a safe house," added Syed on Monday.


Can You Even Attempt To Do What This Japanese Woman Did With 100 Slices Of Bread?

If you thought you have a huge appetite, you obviously have not met Yuka Kinoshita - a Japanese Youtuber who regularly uploads videos of her trying out extreme food challenges

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YouTuber Yuka Kinoshita, who is based in Japan, regularly uploads videos of her undertaking unusual and extreme food challenges - and her latest endeavour is no exception.

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In her latest food challenge, Yuka took up the challenge of consuming a whopping 100 slices of bread!

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In the clip that has been viewed more than 600,000 times, she starts off by lining up 10 loaves of bread for the challenge

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"Today I will be eating 100 slices of bread - Texas toast sized. I have 10 of these bags which contain 10 slices each," she said.

She eats the first slice as it is, before spreading butter, jam and other condiments to other slices

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She pointed out that one loaf of bread is about 389 grams, so 100 slices would be 3.8 kilograms!

Mid-way through the video, Yuka complained of developing a sore jaw. We don't blame her, she's chowing down 100 slices of bread after all...

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She told the camera: 'Halfway through my jaw got so tired I believe this was a tough challenge but I felt like I had to finish what I started, and well it was pretty tasty as well.'

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She completes her challenge by spreading the remaining slices with toasted cheese, salt and pepper, which she said 'tastes like pizza'

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She leaves us with a powerful message: ‘Everyone please eat some bread using all sorts of toppings.’

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Check out the incredible video below. Proceed with caution though, you might just get hungry:

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Way to go, Yuka! If only we had an appetite like yours...

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German Tourist Experiences Malaysian Hospitality After Snatch Thieves Steal His 'Heart'

It's Visit Malaysia Year 2014 But German Tourists Udo Wieland, 63, And Ulrike Wieland, 60, Did Not Receive A Warm Welcome

A German national lost his “heart” in Malacca – but there was nothing romantic about it.
Udo Wieland, 63, who survives on an external mechanical heart, had his spare mechanical heart controller and batteries stolen by snatch thieves.

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While Touring Malacca, Snatch Thieves Stole The German Man's External Mechanical Heart's Spare Controller And Batteries

Udo Wieland, 63, who survives on an external mechanical heart, had his spare mechanical heart controller and batteries stolen by snatch thieves.

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His Wife Was Walking To A Restaurant With The Life Saving Device In Her Handbag When Two Thieves On A Motorcycle Snatched Her Handbag

His wife Ulrike Wieland, 60, had been carrying the device in her handbag when it was snatched by the two thieves on a motorcycle on Saturday night.
“We were heading to a restaurant for dinner and I was walking about one metre in front of my wife.

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“I suddenly heard her scream, and when I turned around she was lying on the ground, crying – I thought she had been hit by a car,” said Wieland, a retired insurance firm director, when met at the National Heart Institute (IJN) yesterday.
Ulrike escaped with a cut on her elbow, but lost her wallet and mobile phone which were in the bag.

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Their Immediate Worry Was To Replace The Mechanical Heart Device Which Could Cost Up To RM150,000

Their immediate worry, however, was to replace the mechanical heart device.

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The Device Would Be Useless To The Thieves, But Could Cause Great Harm To The Patient Who Lost It

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Consultant cardiothoracic surgeon Datuk Dr Mohamed Ezani Md Taib said the stolen device, which could cost up to RM150,000, would be useless to the thieves but could cause great harm to the patient who lost it.

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“As long as the primary device is working well, there is no problem. But if there is a malfunction, it can stop working immediately.
“That is why patients always need to carry a spare controller and batteries with them,” he said, adding that there were about 20 people surviving on external mechanical hearts in Malaysia.

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"When the VAT battery is out of power, the heart patient will face the risk of death since his heart cannot function without the pumping device.

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After Lodging A Police Report, The Couple Rushed To Institute Negara Jantung (IJN) In KL And Was Immediately Given A Replacement Device For Free

The Couple Rushed To Institute Negara Jantung (IJN) In KL And Was Immediately Given A Replacement Device For Free
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After the incident, Wieland called the VAS headquarters in the United States to inform that he had lost the VAS controller and spare battery and was told IJN in Kuala Lumpur had the facilities for such a system.

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The couple lodged a report at the Malacca Tengah police station before calling the device supplier to find out where they could get an immediate replacement. The couple rushed to IJN yesterday and got the stolen device replaced for free as they were covered by insurance during their maiden visit to Malaysia.

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IJN's cardiothoracic and heart/lung transplant surgeon, Prof Datuk Dr Mohamed Ezani Md Taib handed over the new controller and battery to Wieland.

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Udo Wieland Says He Was Touched That IJN Staff Were Willing To Help Him Even Though It Was A Weekend

"This morning, we took a bus from Malacca to IJN and now I am happy to get the new VAS controller and battery," he told reporters when met at IJN's International Patient Centre, here, Sunday. The German, a retired insurance company director, said he was glad that IJN could save his heart, and felt so touched that IJN staff were willing to assist him despite today being a weekend.

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Wieland who plans to stay in Malaysia longer and make Malaysia his second home when it is winter in Germany, said he arrived in Malacca on Thursday from Singapore.

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Udo Wieland Says He Was Touched That IJN Staff Were Willing To Help Him Even Though It Was A Weekend
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Child Falls Into Kinta River While Riding Electric Toy Car At Amusement Park

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A child fell into the Kinta River while riding an electric toy car at an amusement park in Ipoh, Perak

The accident last night, 8 May, happened at the Kinta Riverwalk amusement park and was caught in a now viral 29-second video.According to Bernama, the parents' quick action rescued the child, with help from members of the public. The video shows the toy car that had fallen into the river and several people climbing down at the river edge to rescue the child, before the toy car was swept away by river currents.

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Based on the clip, at least one person sustained injuries while saving the child

An ambulance and paramedics were at the scene and provided treatment to a man who had an injury on his leg. He was later taken away on a stretcher in the video.As for the child, it is not clear whether they were hurt in the fall. The age and gender of the child were also not available as of writing.

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Meanwhile, operation of the children's electric toy car rides at the Kinta Riverwalk has been halted due to the incident

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A probe has also been launched into the incident by the Ipoh City Council (MBI)."Following the incident, MBI has issued an order to close the operation of the children's electric toy car rides beginning today (9 May)," Ipoh mayor Datuk Rumaizi Baharin was quoted as saying by Bernama.It was also reported that a company was appointed by MBI on 1 January this year to run activities for children at the amusement park and had set safety guidelines to operate.

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#Ipoh Seorang kanak-kanak terjatuh ke dalam sungai semasa menaiki mainan bermotor di Amusement Park, Kinta RiverWalk, Ipoh malam ini. Kanak-kanak tersebut berjaya diselamatkan dengan tindakan pantas ibu bapanya serta bantuan orang ramai.Posted by Perak Press on Sunday, May 8, 2022


Tun Mahathir: We Have An "Almost Perfect" Case Against Najib

Yesterday, 19 June, Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad revealed that Malaysian investigators have "an almost perfect case" against former premier Datuk Seri Najib Razak in the 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) scandal

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In an interview with Reuters, Mahathir said that, "He was totally responsible for 1MDB. Nothing can be done without his signature, and we have his signature on all the deals entered into by 1MDB. Therefore, he is responsible."The 92-year-old also mentioned that "Jho Low and a few others" were also being investigated.

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Meanwhile, Najib has consistently denied any wrongdoing and reiterated that he did not take money from 1MDB last week.

According to Mahathir, investigators are looking to bring "a number of charges" against Najib, including embezzlement and bribery with government money

On whether the former prime minister's wife was also being investigated in connection with 1MDB, Mahathir told Reuters that, "Some of the money is believed to have gone to her, lots of money."However, he added that, "Finding the paper trail is a bit more difficult in this case because she doesn't sign any papers. Najib signs a lot of papers."

Mahathir also said that he expected the first arrest in the 1MDB case to be made within the next few months, and "hopefully" a trial will be started by the end of the year

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"We are working as hard as possible at a furious pace," he said, adding that, "When we go to the courts, we will have clear evidence of the wrongdoing. We cannot afford to lose."

Last month, Malaysian police conducted several searches in Najib's homes as part of the 1MDB probe:

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All You Should Know About The Tahfiz School Volunteer Who Sexually Molested 21 Students

On 13 March, police detained a 41-year-old man suspected of sexually abusing 21 students at a tahfiz centre in Kuantan, Pahang

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According to Berita Harian, the suspect was detained following a report lodged by a teacher from the school located on Bukit Bay Route.After witnessing the suspect attempt to climb into bed with a student who was sleeping, the teacher pressed the student into admitting what had been done to himself and to others.

The students who had been sexually molested, aged between 14 and 17, were threatened by the man to keep his secret

The suspect had allegedly forced students to perform oral sex on him and even sodomised six of them.The Kuantan deputy police chief, Supt Kama Azural Mohamed, said that, "The man had also beaten up and warned his victims that they would be killed if they told anyone what he did to them."

The suspect was a volunteer who had been donating daily necessities and clothing to the centre since 2015

Supt Kama Azural Mohamed revealed that the report lodged on 13 March claimed the man had been committing the deplorable acts on the victims since late last year.

The suspect was so well liked by teachers and parents that he was even trusted to handle welfare matters

The tahfiz is operating as usual.
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Sinar Harian reported that the owner of the tahfiz said, "He was like family...we were so close and he had treated this place like his own home.""I definitely did not expect that he could do this after I gave him my trust...that he would ruin the futures of my students."

The case is being investigated under Section 377C of the Penal Code which carries a maximum 20 years in jail and whipping upon conviction

The suspect has been remanded from 13 March until 19 March.

Netizens have expressed their outrage on social media regarding the increasing amount of child sexual abuse cases

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Malaysia’s Sewerage Tariff Is One Of The Lowest In The World

This Spotlight is sponsored by Indah Water Konsortium.

The sewerage tariff in Malaysia is one of the lowest in the world and has stayed the same since Indah Water Konsortium (IWK)’s inception in 1994

Indah Water Konsortium has around 6,700 Sewage Treatment Plants across Malaysia, providing sewerage services to 24.5 million users in 10 states and 3 Federal Territories. Over 5 billion litres of wastewater is treated daily by the utility operator.

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IWK currently operates more than 19,000km of sewerage pipelines in Malaysia - that's the equivalent distance from KL to Lima, Peru!

For IWK, the struggle is real

Due to several factors such as population growth, urbanisation and economic development, IWK has to embrace newer and more modern technology, facilities, assets, and skilled manpower to meet the increasing demand for efficient and effective sewerage services.Based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation rate, RM8 as of the end of 1994 is worth RM14.38 as of December 2017. That gives us a pretty good idea of how operational and maintenance costs have increased for all businesses including IWK. However, whereas other companies have increased the prices of their products and services, IWK tariff has remained the same since 1994.

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Currently the operational cost to treat one household per month is estimated to be around RM20, but the tariff is only RM2 to RM8 a month.For years, IWK relies heavily on government subsidies, and has received an accumulative subsidy of RM2.41 billion since 2001. As we Malaysians are poised to rebuild the nation, IWK feels hopeful for a more dynamic sewerage industry where the people can continue with convenience and clean environment; whilst IWK to be more financially sustainable. This way, IWK will also be better equipped to explore and optimise the potentials beyond wastewater treament while ensuring that our taps will not run dry.

So, why are sewerage services so important?

Sewerage services protect public health by significantly reducing risks of water-borne diseases and hygiene-related diseases. It also helps sustain the environment by ensuring wastewater is treated, removing bad bacteria and toxic compounds, before returning it to the water cycle.In addition to that, IWK supports the nation's economic growth as sewerage treatment is a requirement for potential investors. The company also provides employment opportunities, with approximately 3,500 staff all over the country.

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During water supply shortages, IWK is able to fulfill water demands by using treated wastewater for industrial, landscaping, and irrigation purposes. So that we will not run out of clean water supply for our daily consumptions.And of course, sewerage treatment provides convenience and a higher quality of life for the rakyat overall. Imagine having to use outhouses when we need to do our ‘business’.

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Tbh, if you didn't know about the services provided by Indah Water, you're not alone

Despite being one of the most important services to benefit the community, many are still unaware of what the utility provider actually does. As a result of this, IWK has struggled to collect payments from customers in the past. Here are the reasons why:1. Unlike other utility operators, IWK is unable to disconnect sewerage services of non-paying customers.2. As sewerage pipelines are underground and out of sight, IWK believes that many members of the public simply are not aware of the amount of work the company puts in to cleaning high volumes of wastewater that they produce daily.3. Finally, providing sewerage services is a social responsibility that IWK takes very seriously. They work to protect public health and preserve the environment, however IWK also needs to be financially sustainable in order to continue their services.

To the hardworking men and women of Indah Water Konsortium, we thank you for everything you do!

Find out more about Indah Water Konsortium's sewerage charges here.

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Thai Teacher Wears Makeup So His Students Have Fun During Their English Lessons

A teacher in Thailand has been conducting his lessons while wearing a wig and heavy makeup

Theeraphong Meesat, or better known as "Teacher Bally", wears makeup and unique outfits to boost his students' confidence during lessons.According to Malay Mail, the 29-year-old teaches English at the Prasartratprachakit School in Ratchaburi province, Thailand.Theerapong even dresses up as Lisa from 'Blackpink' while donning a scouts uniform!

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Theerapong shared that his students previously disliked learning English because they were afraid of making mistakes

According to SCMP, Theerapong had attended a parade before his class one day and did not have time to remove his makeup.

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To his surprise, his appearance brought out a positive response from his students!

The class mood lightened up and students found his lessons less boring

“Some students were scared... But now they are more curious and eager to learn what is going to happen in class,” the 29-year-old said.15-year-old student Metas Wiriyakitkaset shared that he really enjoys his English lessons with Theerapong.

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"Sometimes, teacher Bally will ask questions in class and encourage students to be confident when we stand up to answer," said Metas."He will call us out randomly to make it exciting. It's really fun," Metas added.

Such dedication and passion for teaching!
Teacher Bally definitely deserves a standing ovation from all of us!

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[VIDEO] Teriak Sambil Berpelukan, Sekumpulan Gadis Dikejar Anjing Ini Jadi Perhatian

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Setiap orang pasti mempunyai ketakutan terhadap beberapa jenis haiwan bukan?

Ada yang takutkan kucing, ada juga yang takut akan ular dan sebagainya. Jika kita perlu berdepan dengan situasi yang melibatkan haiwan tersebut, sudah tentu kita akan jadi gementar bukan?Sama seperti video yang tular baru-baru ini di TikTok yang memaparkan sekumpulan gadis berpelukan kerana takut anjing telah mencuri tumpuan ramai.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

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Jerit sambil berpelukan dengan yang lain ketika dikejar anjing

Menerusi video berkenaan, kelihatan sekumpulan lelaki sedang berlari lintang-pukang kerana dikejar seekor anjing. Apa yang lebih mencuri tumpuan adalah apabila sekumpulan pelajar perempuan yang berada di tepi koridor itu juga ikut takut dengan anjing itu. Mereka dilihat saling berpelukan sambil berteriak dengan kuat apabila anjing itu berhenti di depan mereka. Lihat video sambungan itu di bawah:

  @ulummudin828 jj .tauran sama c' anjing  suara asli - ulummudin 26 - ulummudin 26

"Sampai anjing tu pun takut dengar suara teriak dorang"- Netizen

Susulan tularnya video itu yang kini meraih sehingga 14.8M tontonan, 2.1M tanda suka dan 53K komen di TikTok, rata-rata netizen turut terhibur melihat gelagat sekumpulan gadis itu. Berikut di bawah merupakan antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Diorang punya kuat jerit tu boleh pecah cermin tingkap! :P

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This Guy Drawing His Girlfriend As Disney Princesses Is The Cutest Thing You'll See Today

These two are definitely #relationshipgoals!

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21-year-old Amin Fouzi has definitely taken the phrase "treat your girlfriend like a princess" to a quirky new level when he started drawing his girlfriend Lyana Azman as - well - Disney Princesses!

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It all began when the couple - both 21 and currently studying in Melbourne - went out for dinner one Saturday evening, where Amin snapped a photo of Lyana while they were waiting for their food. Amin, who'd just gotten a stylus, then decided to try it out by turning Lyana into Snow White holding a "poisonous Apple" (props for that spot-on metaphor, my friend!).The collection of creative Instagram Stories went viral recently when Lyana posted them on Twitter, even going as far to have been featured on Buzzfeed!

And he didn't stop there! He went on to depict Lyana - who's a huge Disney fan - as the bookish Belle (in a library!) from 'Beauty and the Beast' and Aurora from 'Sleeping Beauty'.

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Image via Twitter @lyanaazman

He's turned her into Mulan and "Lyana in Wonderland" too!

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Image via Twitter @lyanaazman

Super cute, right? Everyone totally thinks so, with some who are pretty impressed that he knows so much about Disney princesses. ;)

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Some were even inspired to create their own Insta drawings, turning themselves into other Disney characters like Cinderella and Minnie Mouse

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Image via Twitter

What do you think Amin should draw Lyana as next? Let us know in the comments section below!

Looks like Amin might've joined the League of Internet MVPs, like these guys:

                [PHOTOS] These Boyfriends Are The Real MVPs Of The Internet

Presenting the men behind every "candid" photo.

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MOH Closes WTCKL PPV After 1.3 Million COVID-19 Vaccine Doses Administered

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The World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur (WTCKL) vaccination centre (PPV) has officially been closed for operations as of today, 4 October

Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin said the mega PPV has achieved its goal of vaccinating large numbers of people since its opening on 5 May, reported Berita Harian."WTCKL has achieved its goal, and today we are closing the PPV that has given out the most vaccinations in Malaysia," he said during the centre's closing ceremony on Sunday, 3 October.Since opening its doors 150 days ago, WTCKL has delivered nearly 1.3 million COVID-19 vaccine doses to 645,000 people, making it the PPV with the most number of shots given in the country.

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Khairy added that the Ministry of Health will be closing other mega PPVs in stages, as areas achieve satisfactory vaccine coverage

"We no longer need to have large PPVs operating, as this involves costs and so on," he said, adding that the majority of people are now fully vaccinated.Khairy said that he will also be meeting with officials from the Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation (MOSTI) to discuss the PPVs that should remain open for foreigners and those who have missed their appointments.Meanwhile, he said several PPVs across the country will still remain open for the adolescents vaccination programme (PICK-Remaja), and private and government clinics will be used for booster vaccines.

Khairy Jamaluddin overlooks as 20-year-old Mohd Haidhar receives the last vaccine dose at WTCKL during the closing ceremony.
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Before closing the PPV, Khairy also thanked all volunteers, uniformed bodies, and technical staff for their service to the nation

He said at its peak, WTCKL administered up to 18,000 vaccine doses daily."This is most special for Klang Valley, where the number of daily cases has started to drop, until today we saw a total of 9,000 cases, compared to the peak of 23,000 cases when I was appointed," he added."It's because of all of you, what you do saves lives."As of Sunday, 3 October, 87.6% of the Malaysian adult population have been fully vaccinated.

Remember to limit your movement and keep practising physical distancing. Find out the latest COVID-19 updates on the Ministry of Health's COVIDNOW website.


[VIDEO] Male Students Wear Wigs At Graduation To Get Away With Not Cutting Their Hair

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Videos of male graduates wearing wigs on their convocation day recently piqued the interest of netizens

In a 19-second clip shared by TikTok user @enciksidai, he was seen taking off a short wig after his graduation ceremony.As soon as the graduate removed the wig and cap, it was revealed that he had shoulder-length hair with blonde highlights.He also shared photos of where he got the wig and how he looked throughout the ceremony.At the time of writing, the video has garnered over 4.4 million views.Another TikTok user, @robertazri, a graduate from Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) also uploaded a similar video, in which he was seen taking off his wig after graduating while standing in front of Dewan Agong Tuanku Canselor (DATC), UiTM Shah Alam.According to a source, the graduate did so because the convocation event's dress code stated that male students with long hair would not be permitted to graduate.

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UiTM's convocation event dress code.
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While the videos were entertaining to watch, they sparked a debate among netizens who believed the dress code was outdated

One Twitter user questioned the rule's relevancy, asking how much longer academic institutions would continue to follow the same dress code."How long will academic systems prevent students with long hair (from graduating)? What's the problem with it?" they asked.

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"Lecturers overseas are doing fine with their long hair," wrote another.

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Meanwhile, one user defended the rule, claiming that government officials do not have long hair because it looks messy."There are times when we can be free and times when we have to follow rules. This world doesn't revolve around you," they wrote.

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Watch the full video here:

  @enciksidai Sayang punya pasal hm  Genius(Sia part) - LSD ft. Sia, Diplo, Labrinth

In November, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) removed a dress code policy banning cheongsams and sarees for its convocation ceremony:

                UKM Removes Dress Code Rule Banning Cheongsams And Sarees In Response To Online Criticism

They have since revised the dress code rule for the convocation ceremony.

Read the full story


The New FB Messenger: What's The Deal With It And How To See Messages Without The App

Over the past couple of weeks, Facebook has been pushing its mobile users to install Facebook Messenger, a standalone app for the iOS and Android mobile operating systems that centralizes messages sent through Facebook with added features

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It has been around since 2011, but no one really cared until Facebook hinted it was mandatory for anyone who wants to keep sending and receiving messages through Facebook on a mobile phone.

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If you’ve read or sent a Facebook message with your mobile app recently, you’ve certainly seen the bright, colorful screen that intercepts you and exhorts you to download the new app. Facebook hasn’t specified the deadline for downloading Messenger. But at some point, presumably, you won’t be able to see or respond to messages in the primary Facebook app until you install the messaging app.

        nytimes.com

Facebook says Messenger, which has existed as an app since 2011, is faster and more engaging and offers more features than its main mobile application’s built-in messages interface. But Facebook users believe they’re being forced to switch to a separate app to chat with their contacts. And they do not appear pleased.

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However, the forced installation isn't the only thing that's making users angry. Messenger's seemingly overreaching permissions on Android caused a stir late last year.

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Most of the criticisms echo a December Huffington Post article that highlighted several Orwellian-sounding policies, like the ability of the app to “call phone numbers without your intervention,” and “use the camera at any time without your permission. Facebook has pushed this too far. It’s time we stood up and said ‘no!’” The Huffington Post article said.

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The app does take some liberties compared with other messaging apps, although reading any app’s permissions is likely to give you pause. Messenger asks for access to your contacts, location, text messages, camera and microphone and more. And when you install it, its first request is to sync with the contacts on your phone. It’s not surprising that people’s first response is, “No, thank you.”

        nytimes.com

But according to a statement by Facebook, the concerns about its Messenger app are overblown, and based on misinformation

Much of the problem, Facebook says, is due to Android’s rigid policy on permissions. Facebook says it doesn’t get to write its own, and instead must use generic language provided to them by Android. The language in the permissions “doesn’t necessarily reflect the way the Messenger app and other apps use them,” Facebook wrote in a Help Center article designed to address what it calls misinformation on the topic.

        wsj.com

Compared to the app permissions for SnapChat, Messenger isn’t wildly different. And Facebook says that even though the permissions list includes bullet points like the ability to read text messages, the app only uses text access to confirm phone numbers. In other cases, the permissions sound scary, but are actually logical. Permission to access the phone’s microphone to record audio does makes sense: it records audio when you’re taking a video and also when you’re video conferencing.

        nytimes.com

While Android users must agree to all permissions at once, before using the app, Facebook says it has more control over the permissions language it uses in Apple's iOS, which handles the process differently

On iPhones, users agree to the permissions when they come up during the normal use of the app. For instance, if an iPhone user never makes a voice call with Facebook Messenger, the app might never ask for permission to use the phone’s microphone.

        wsj.com

While Android app users must agree to all permissions before using the app, iPhone users can decline to give permission to the app for some features, like access to the address book and microphone, but still use the app to send messages. Due to this, the iPhone version of the app is superior for particularly privacy-conscious users.

        nytimes.com

The Messenger app does not do anything or ask for anything different than the regular Facebook app. It's also not any different from any other messaging app out there.

Here’s the deal. If you’ve ever used the Facebook app on your mobile device, you’ve already given Zuckerberg and Co. permission to access your information. In fact, the standalone Facebook app requires the same permissions as Facebook Messenger, and they aren’t as nefarious as they seem.

        intomobile.com

And here’s the surprising thing about Messenger: It’s actually not that bad. Although you must download a second app, which is a minor annoyance, you can still see, respond to and receive messages in the full Facebook app. Facebook describes the process as “switching” to a separate app, but in fact, in the iOS Facebook app, the messages pane is simply replaced with the new app icon, and then you tap the top of the screen to return to the main interface.

        mashable.com

You must be thinking, "So, then why does Facebook want access to my microphone, camera and location?" Well, the answer is simple.

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Facebook allows you to upload photos from the app, right? There’s your camera permissions. Upload video? Same deal, camera and microphone. Location? You can turn that on to let your friends know where they’re at. You get the drift. If you don’t turn on your camera from Facebook’s apps, then the app can’t run on your camera. Period.

        intomobile.com

So no, the app isn’t monitoring you, at least not nefariously. You’re doing all of the work on that front every time you post, like or comment on anything Facebook related. We willingly give them all the information they need.

        mashable.com

The flap over Messenger is an example of how Facebook often fails to communicate very well with its users — and how it's suffering from a long history of mistrust

The fact that people are so upset over the Messenger migration shows that Facebook has used up a lot of our good will and trust over the years, and will have to work that much harder to get users back on board.

        nytimes.com

Oh, in the meantime, if you just use Facebook in your mobile browser, all this messaging flap will be moot, anyway. It works just as it always did on the web. Here's how.

There are two ways to deal with Facebook Messenger issue. First, you can open Facebook in your mobile browser, sign into your account, and access the service via its Web interface.

Open (then bookmark) Facebook in your mobile browser to continue enjoying integrated messaging.
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There are a few advantages here, not the least of which is integrated messaging, just like you're used to. This browser-based version also provides a nearly identical feature set and navigation menu, so there's virtually no learning curve. And as noted over at ITworld, the Facebook app can put a dent in your battery life, meaning you're actually better off deleting it and relying on the Web version instead. So to make that's your permanent option, just bookmark the mobile Facebook site (m.facebook.com), then add a shortcut to your Home screen.

        cnet.com

Your second option is a temporary one

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When trying to access messages from within the main Facebook app, you now get an alert saying that messages have moved to the Messenger app, as well as a prompt to download the new app from Apple's App Store or Google Play.

        mashable.com

To use this trick, go ahead and select "Install Messenger," which then directs you to the App Store or Google Play. Begin downloading the app, but stop the download before it finishes installing. Now, when you go back to the main Facebook app, messages are once again displayed in the messages tab. The workaround works with both the iPhone and Android apps (messages are still accessible via Facebook's iPad app).

        theguardian.com

Of course, there's a chance Facebook may update its apps to close this loophole, so the workaround may not be effective for long. Your other option, aside from jailbreaking your phone, is to use the mobile-web version of Facebook instead of the app.

        mashable.com

However, if you're a heavy chatter, annoying as it is to have to switch to a different app, Messenger is fairly robust, offering easy ways to create groups and send photos, videos, and even voice clips

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It's chock full of emoji (or "stickers," to use FB parlance), if you're into that sort of thing, and you can use it to voice-call other Messenger users at no charge. In other words, before you abandon Facebook in a huff, at least give Messenger a try. You might find it useful -- and at just 35MB (for the iOS version, anyway -- Android size varies), it's a reasonably compact app.

        cnet.com


"Style Teruk" - Majalah Sekolah Ala-Ala Netflix Remaja Ini Pancing Minat Netizen. Kreatif!

Kalau cakap pasal majalah sekolah, automatik kita teringat zaman dulu bila ambil gambar kelas je mesti semua posing kaku kan?

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Baru-baru ini tular di laman sosial Twitter dimana seorang remaja lelaki memuat naik gambar majalah sekolahnya yang bertemakan laman web Netflix.Tweet itu telah mendapat lebih 20,000 retweet dan lebih 34,000 tanda suka daripada netizen ketika artikel ini ditulis.Rata-rata mereka memuji idea dan skills remaja ini yang sangat kreatif dan mungkin kita sendiri pun tidak pernah terfikir untuk mengolah imej majalah sekolah menjadi up to date seperti itu.

For Majalah Sekolah pic.twitter.com/TM5ujT6Njz— Adumb (@dumbhaji) October 2, 2020

Semua gambar majalah sekolah tersebut di edit menggunakan Adobe Photoshop

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Tweet itu juga mendapat lebih 3,000 quote daripada netizen di Twitter. Ada yang berkata, gambar mereka yang paling style zaman batch 90-an dulu pun buat peace dan berdiri atas kerusi saja.Ada juga yang menyangka gambar majalah sekolah remaja ini adalah actual series dalam Netflix.Antara komen menarik daripada netizen di Twitter:

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Bukan biasa-biasa ya bakat remaja ini. Bak kata netizen, creative to the next level! Demi kenangan manis zaman sekolah :)

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UiTM Lecturer Who Allegedly Sexually Harassed A Student Demands She Issue A Public Apology

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A former University Technology Mara (UiTM) student, who lodged a police report against her lecturer for allegedly sexually harassing her, says the lecturer has now cautioned her with a defamation lawsuit

Farah, the former UiTM student, shared that she received a letter of demand from the lecturer's lawyers over the week.According to her, the letter of demand stated that Farah would have to issue a public apology to the lecturer on the basis of defamation, in addition to paying compensation to the lecturer.In a tweet, Farah shared that her lawyers will be handling and replying to the letter of demand and hopes that things will go smoothly as she quotes, "There is no turning back now."

Hai everyone ,I hope everyone is doing well! It's been a while since I've been active here and it'll stay a while that way but wanted to share the latest update from case .So harini i terima surat tuntutan bagi permohonan maaf & ganti rugi bagi “pernyataan fitnah’ https://t.co/c3Yc6Y8QFz— Farah azuin (@awwinnn_) September 6, 2022

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This comes after Farah went public with her traumatic experience at the hands of the lecturer in a series of tweets last month

She went on to detail how the lecturer allegedly had her answer incredibly intimate and inappropriate questions about herself under the guise of a survey.According to Farah, the lecturer claimed he was conducting the survey for research purposes.After she came out with her story, other alleged victims of the lecturer reached out to Farah and shared their own experiences with her. However, as of now, Farah is the only alleged victim that has made a police report against the lecturer and has since obtained representation for her case.

Lepas 1 tahun lebih kes ni . Baru harini ada keberanian nak cerita dekat public. Selamani diamkan diri serahkan semuanya dekat polis&uitm. But till now still nothing. pic.twitter.com/25e9b7qdeR— Farah azuin (@awwinnn_) August 16, 2022

Farah then filed a petition on Change.org, seeking to have the lecturer fired

The lecturer is still employed at UiTM and has yet to have any action taken against him, Change.org representatives, who have been assisting Farah in her case, told SAYS.In her petition description, she wrote, "Despite mounting evidence of this lecturer's abuse of power and sexual misconduct, UiTM Johor continues to employ him and has not reprimanded him for his actions. Because of that, he has been harassing and assaulting his students at UiTM Johor since 2006 and continues to do so."The description ended with Farah urging UiTM Johor to terminate the lecturer so that he would no longer be able to continue harming other students."I just want to stop him from harming other young women out there who are innocent and seeking an education for a brighter future. Instead, he continues to traumatise so many young girls and ruin their lives with his predatory actions," Farah wrote.The petition, which was filed on 20 August, has since amassed over 8,000 signatures.Farah hopes to reach 10,000 signatures soon to ensure enough pressure will be placed on UiTM Johor to terminate the lecturer.

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If you or someone you know may be at risk or has experienced sexual abuse or assault, please reach out to these Malaysian organisations:

1. WOMEN'S AID ORGANISATION (WAO)Operating hours: 24-hourContact: +603-30008858SMS/WhatsApp: +6018-9888058Website | Facebook | Twitter2. ALL WOMEN'S ACTION SOCIETY (AWAM)Operating hours: Weekdays (9.30am - 4.30pm)Contact: +603-78770224WhatsApp: +6016-2284221 | +6016-2374221Email: [email protected]Website | Facebook | Twitter3. WOMEN'S CENTRE FOR CHANGE PENANG (WCC PENANG)Operating hours: Weekdays (9am - 5pm)Contact: +604-2280342 | +604-3988340WhatsApp: +6011-31084001 | +6016-4390698Email: [email protected]Website | Facebook | Twitter4. SARAWAK WOMEN FOR WOMEN SOCIETY (SWWS)Operating hours: Monday to Friday (9am - 5.30pm)Contact: +6082-422660SMS/WhatsApp: +6013-8044285Email: [email protected]Website | Facebook | Twitter5. SABAH WOMEN'S ACTION-RESOURCE GROUP (SAWO)Operating hours: Monday to Friday (9am - 2pm)Contact: +6088-280200Email: [email protected]Website | Facebook | Twitter6. PROTECT AND SAVE THE CHILDREN (PS THE CHILDREN)Operating hours: Monday to Friday (8.30am - 5.30pm)Contact: +6016-2273065 | +6016-7213065WhatsApp: +6016-7213065Email: [email protected]Website | Facebook | Twitter7. INTERNET WATCH FOUNDATION (IWF)Anonymously and confidentially report child sexual abuse content and non-photographic child sexual abuse images with IWF’s Reporting Portal.

Read the full story and details on Farah's case below:

                UiTM Johor Student Makes Police Report Alleging Lecturer Sexually Harassed Her In 2021

The lecturer has since allegedly reached out multiple times to the student to beg her to retract her police reports.

Read the full story

Back in 2021, 15 students from UiTM were allegedly sexually harassed by a lecturer, and they took to social media reveal their experiences:

                Over 15 Students Come Forward With Sexual Harassment Allegations Against A UiTM Lecturer

A representative from the institution told SAYS that the issue is now under investigation.

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[VIDEO] Tular Insiden Kereta Berasap, Sekali Banyak Pula Kejadian Lucu Berlaku Dalam Video

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Kereta merupakan kenderaan yang sering digunakan oleh semua orang dalam kehidupan seharian

Tidak dinafikan, kereta memang merupakan sebuah kenderaan yang perlu dibaiki dan diperiksa sentiasa supaya enjin dalam keadaan yang baik. Kalau berlaku sebarang kecuaian atau kemalangan, ia akan membawa padah. Sebagai rakyat Malaysia, kita tidak terkecuali untuk melihat atau memandang ke arah insiden kemalangan berlaku jika berada di atas jalan kan? Sama juga dengan video yang tular baru-baru ini di TikTok apabila sebuah kereta berasap di tepi jalan telah mencuri tumpuan. Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @johnkelabu30 Dlm satu vid ade byk kejadian#fypp #fyp #uniklbangi #kptmbangi   bunyi asal - hfzlhzm03 - johnkelabu30

Tumpuan semua pada kereta berasap, sekali banyak pula kejadian tak sangka yang berlaku

Menerusi video berkenaan, kelihatan rakaman sebuah kereta yang berasap dimuat naik di akaun TikTok. Apa yang lebih mengejutkan adalah apabila banyak kejadian yang berlaku dalam satu video itu. Salah satunya adalah apabila seorang lelaki dilihat memecahkan cermin kereta yang berasap itu. Namun, kelihatan juga salah seorang pejalan kaki yang sakan melihat situasi itu sehingga terlanggar papan tanda. Lebih melucukan lagi adalah apabila lagi seorang lelaki dilihat jatuh separuh badan ke dalam longkang sambil dia meneliti situasi kereta berasap itu.

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"Unexpected gila banyak benda jadi dalam satu masa hahaha" - Netizen

Susulan tularnya video itu yang kini meraih sehingga 4M tontonan, 313.7K tanda suka dan 7K komen di TikTok, rata-rata netizen turut terhibur. Berikut di bawah merupakan antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Mata dah tak tahu nak fokus mana satu. Random gila :D

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