The Internet Is Spooked By This Picture Of 'Dead Man's Toes'. But It Isn't What It Seems

A creepy photo of what seems to be greyish-blue human toes peeking from underneath a forest log has been making rounds on social media

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One of the earliest posts we found was shared by Twitter user @JohnDFowler on 13 June.He revealed that the 'toes' are not a cause for alarm and are actually Xylaria polymorpha fungi that are commonly found on forest floors.

Despite the reveal, his tweet garnered over 8,000 likes, with many netizens still getting creeped out

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If you are as curious as that last guy, here are some facts we discovered about this strange-looking growth:

1. They're actually commonly called Dead Man's Fingers, not toes

According to wildlife identification guide First Nature, Xylaria polymorpha is aptly named so because it usually arises in clusters of three to six 'fingers' that reach toward the sky.They are also commonly mistaken as human digits as they measure from 4cm to 14cm long and range from 1cm to 3cm in diameter.When young, they also have white fingernail-like tips that make them look more like corpse fingers clawing out from the ground.

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2. The mushrooms change in colour depending on their stage of life

When young, they are pale blue in colour with white tips that are actually the mushroom's asexual spores.As they continue to age, the bluish colour deepens all the way to black before eventually drying out and dying.They look the most creepy when their fully-developed spores have also turned dark brown.

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3. They are usually found in forests growing from the base of rotting trees and decaying wood

Xylaria polymorpha is a saprobic fungus, which means they survive by decomposing dead or decaying organic material and absorbing that as food.The fungus has a preference for growing on rotting apple, maple, beech, and elm trees, and will never invade healthy wood.

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4. So, no, they are not edible

First Nature states that these mushrooms are not generally considered edible for its hard and wood-like texture.However, if you accidentally ever do eat them, some websites note that they are not toxic.

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JKJAV: No Such Thing As Physical Vaccine Badge

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On Friday, 23 July, the official Twitter handle of the Special Committee for Ensuring Access to COVID-19 Vaccine Supply (JKJAV) released a brief statement about vaccine certificate for the fully vaccinated

The tweet, posted around 2.30pm, stated that "there is no physical vaccination certificate".In the tweet, JKJAV also clarified that only the digital certificate available on the MySejahtera app and the vaccine card that a recipient gets at vaccine administration centres (PPVs) acts as proof."You will also be able to print your digital certificate soon," the brief statement by JKJAV read.

There is no physical vaccination certificate. There’s only the digital certificate on MySejahtera and the vaccination card received at the PPV. You will also be able to print your digital certificate soon.— Vaksin COVID-19  (@JKJAVMY) July 23, 2021

The same was also stressed by the COVID-19 Immunisation Task Force (CITF) Minister-in-Charge Khairy Jamaluddin yesterday.
During a press conference with Health Minister Dato' Sri Dr Adham Baba, Khairy said that they have not issued any vaccine badge.

"There are no physical cards issued, only the digital certificates issued by the government in MySejahtera. Also, the vaccination cards that are given at the PPVs are allowed to be used. Nothing else," he said.Meanwhile, Dr Adham Baba stated that while cards were not recognised by the government and would not be accepted as proof of having completed the vaccinations, the government will issue the MY COVID-19 Vaccination Badge in the form of a printed card soon as proof that an individual has been fully inoculated."Only the digital certificate in the MySejahtera application is recognised by the government. For now, we are waiting for Cabinet approval to issue the MY Covid-19 Vaccination Badge," Dr Adham said.

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The clarifications come amidst a clip from March of Dr Adham Baba saying that fully vaccinated people will be issued a vaccine badge

The clip, originally from a joint press conference on 17 March, was posted by a netizen on 22 July. It has since gone viral with over 950,000 views and more than 8,000 retweets at the time of the writing.During the announcement at the time, Dr Adham Baba was seen promoting what appears to be a sample of how the vaccine badge would look with one side containing a QR code for authentication."The badge, which has the bearer's personal details such as their name and MyKad, certifies that he or she is vaccinated," Dr Adham Baba was reported as saying by New Straits Times."It has a security code, so it can't be duplicated and would be distributed by the millions for future use," he said, adding that a vaccine certificate will also be released on the MySejahtera app.

The four-month-old clip went viral after people figured out that the QR code in the sample badge is linked to a nine-year-old SoundCloud clip:

                M'sians Are Laughing After Scanning The QR Code In Adham Baba's Vaccine Badge Sample

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Stacy AF Masuk Islam, Akim Bengang Orang Sebarkan Videonya Lafaz Syahadah

Penyanyi terkenal kelahiran Akademi Fantasi (AF), Stacy AF dilaporkan telah selamat memeluk Agama Islam semalam

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Sumber melaporkan Stacy AF telah datang ke pejabat Agama Islam di Johor Bahru semalam untuk memeluk Agama Islam dan ditemani oleh ibu dan bapa teman lelakinya iaitu Akim AF

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Berita gembira ini diketahui umum apabila ada pihak memuat naik gambar serta video Stacy AF melafazkan syahadah dan ianya telah menjadi viral di laman sosial

Stacy reverted to muslim? Allah is great ☝. Welcome home stacy. pic.twitter.com/VJQnLOGPr9— izizA (@Z_z1108) August 24, 2015

Rata-rata netizen nampaknya gembira dengan keputusan yang dilakukan Stacy AF untuk memeluk agama Islam

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Dikhabarkan juga Stacy AF telah memilih nama Ummu Syaikhah Stacy Abdullah sebagai nama Islam beliau

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Sementara itu, Akim AF nampaknya meluahkan rasa tidak puas hatinya terhadap individu yang menyebarkan gambar dan juga video Stacy AF memeluk Agama Islam

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Menurut Akm AF, privacy seseorang itu patut dihormati dan individu tersebut merakamkan serta mengambil gambar Stacy AF tanpa kebenaran

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Akim AF juga berkata beliau tidak marah, tapi kecewa dengan sikap tidak amanah individu tersebut

Saya bukan marah, tapi kecewa. Kecewa dengan sikap yang ditunjukkan oleh perakam yang tidak amanah. Sangat kecewa.— Akim (@AkimAhmad) August 24, 2015

Beliau meminta individu yang bertanggungjawab tampil kehadapan sebelum tindakan diambil

Pihak tak bertanggungjawab sebarkan lagi. Sebelum apa-apa berlaku, saya rasa lebih baik yang merakam tampil. Saya tau anda bertudung pink.— Akim (@AkimAhmad) August 24, 2015


NUR Alert: Help Find 6-Year-Old Puteri Nurardiana Damia Qaisara From Bintulu

A National Urgent Response (NUR) Alert has been issued for a six-year-old girl from Bintulu, Sarawak

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According to Astro Awani, Puteri Nurardiana Damia Qaisara Abdullah was reported missing by her mother on Saturday, 28 September.

District police chief Supt Zulkipli Suhaili said that the girl was last seen at 2am on Saturday at her family home in Sungai Kemena, Kampung Baru.

The mother claimed that she was only aware of her daughter's disappearance at 3.30am.

The girl is 120cm tall, weighs 18kg, has fair skin, and dark shoulder-length straight hair

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She was last seen wearing a purple T-shirt and red-coloured shorts.

Those with relevant information are urged to contact the Bintulu district police headquarters

You can call the Bintulu district police headquarters at 08-6331121 or reach out to Insp Diana at 019-6369984.

A report by theSun states that a search and rescue operation is being conducted by the police, Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency, Civil Defence Force, Fire and Rescue Department, and members of the public.


[VIDEO] Bride-To-Be Now In Coma After Suffering 69% Burns From Gas Tank Explosion

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A bride-to-be suffered burns on almost her whole body when a cooking gas cylinder exploded upon being switched on earlier this week

In the incident at about 8am on Tuesday, 13 December, 26-year-old Siti Hajar Hanis Mohd reportedly wanted to fry fish when the cylinder suddenly exploded, almost completely destroying her two-storey terrace house in Taman Sena Permai in Kepala Batas, Penang.Tasek Gelugor Fire and Rescue Station operations commander Mohamad Hazam Hassan said a team was rushed to the location as soon as an emergency call was received at 8.13am regarding the blast."Arriving at the scene, members found an injured woman who was being brought out by a neighbour before the fire brigade arrived," he was quoted as saying by Berita Harian.The victim was taken to Kepala Batas Hospital for treatment.Authorities said the leakage might have spread gradually in the house the night before the incident.

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The victim, who is supposed to get married next month, is now in a coma and will undergo surgery tomorrow, 16 December

The victim, Siti Hajar Hanis Muhamad, who suffered burns almost all over her body due to a gas tank explosion of a cooking gas canister at his home in Taman Sena Permai, Pokok Sena, Penang.
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Doctors reportedly said she had more than 69% of her body burned. An Utusan Malaysia report stated that the treatment for the burned patches of skin will be carried out in stages over four to five months, as the process of removing dead skin is complex and needs to be done with care.According to The Star, Siti Hajar's younger brother, 25-year-old Muhammad Azib Muhammad, said she is currently in a critical but stable condition.He and his wife share the terraced home with Siti Hajar. They were asleep on the top floor when the blast occurred. The couple got married last weekend and had only arrived at the house the night before the incident, reported New Straits Times."I dread to imagine what would have happened if we had not been at home to help my sister," Haziq said, adding that his elder sister usually cooks every morning as she was working from home as a drafter in a telecommunications company."I hope she will get well soon because she planned to get married on 22 January and we were to hold a joint reception the following day," he was quoted as saying."Now, all will depend on her recovery."


298 Sekolah Di Petaling, Selangor Kini Diarah Tutup Mulai 12 Hingga 25 Oktober

Perkara itu diumumkan Kementerian Pendidikan Malaysia (KPM) dalam kenyataan media hari ini, 11 Oktober 2020

Menurut laporan, KPM mengambil perhatian berhubung peningkatan kes Covid-19 di daerah Petaling. Daerah ini telah disahkan sebagai zon merah oleh KKM.Ini melibatkan sebanyak 298 buah sekolah di seluruh daerah Petaling. Bilangan ini merangkumi sekolah rendah dan menengah di bawah KPM serta sekolah swasta yang berdaftar dengan KPM.Sekolah yang mempunyai asrama termasuk kolej vokasional juga ditutup. Ibu bapa atau penjaga perlu mengambil murid yang tinggal di asrama tersebut untuk pulang.

Murid yang menunggu untuk diambil ibu bapa atau yang ingin kekal berada di asrama dan kolej vokasional sepanjang tempoh penutupan sekolah akan berada di bawah penjagaan warden asrama

"Keperluan makan dan minum murid sepanjang tempoh tersebut akan disediakan oleh pihak sekolah. Dalam tempoh penutupan sekolah ini, pengetua dan guru besar akan memastikan guru-guru serta murid melaksanakan pengajaran dan pembelajaran di rumah mengikut kesesuaian guru dan murid," katanya.Manual pengajaran dan pembelajaran di rumah boleh dimuat turun di portal rasmi KPM www.moe.gov.my."Bagi kebanyakan sekolah yang kini sedang melaksanakan peperiksaan percubaan Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM), sekolah yang terlibat dengan penutupan boleh menjadualkan semula peperiksaan ini ke suatu tarikh yang bersesuaian kelak."Dalam hal ini, KPM sentiasa memantau situasi di seluruh negara serta sentiasa bekerjasama rapat dengan Majlis Keselamatan Negara (MKN) dan KKM. Sebarang pemakluman berhubung penutupan sekolah bagi daerah-daerah lain akan dibuat dari masa ke masa," katanya

Disertakan juga di bawah adalah posting yang dimuat naik daripada Menteri Kanan Pendidikan, Dr Radzi Jidin dan senarai penuh sekolah yang ditutup:

Memandangkan Kementerian Kesihatan Malaysia (KKM) telah mengesahkan bahawa daerah Petaling, Selangor, telah...Posted by Dr Radzi Jidin on Sunday, October 11, 2020

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Man Who Allegedly Tried To Molest A Salesgirl Dies After Severe Beating By Public

A man had allegedly tried to outrage a woman's modesty at Plaza Sentosa in Alor Setar, Kedah recently

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It was reported that the man allegedly followed a 21-year-old woman to the ladies' toilet on the first floor of the shopping complex during the 4pm incident on Sunday, 29 May.  The 31-year-old man allegedly tried to hug the woman, who works as a sales assistant at the mall, in the toilet before he covered the victim's mouth.  They purportedly struggled for almost 10 minutes before the victim managed to escape and screamed for help. The suspect was said to have punched the victim in her face and abdomen when she fought back. Members of the public who heard the woman's screaming rushed to her aid and bashed up the man.

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A video recording that has surfaced on social media depicts the man being punched and kicked by a mob

NOTE: The video recording contains explicit content that may not be suitable for all audience.

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According to media reports, the man, who was severely injured in the face, ears, body and legs, was said to be in a critical condition. He fell into a coma due to severe injuries to his head following the attack.  Kota Star District Police chief, ACP Mohd Rozi Jidin confirmed that the man eventually succumbed to his injuries while receiving treatment at Hospital Sultanah Bahiyah (HSB) yesterday, 30 May.

Meanwhile, the man's sister urged the police to conduct a thorough investigation on the case following her brother's death

The man's sister known as Fizah said that the incident should not have happened as her brother was only 31 years old and he was not given an opportunity to defend himself and was brutally beaten up. "We had hoped that he would recover so that he could explain what really happened, but Allah loves my brother more," she told reporters when met at HSB yesterday.

The police have detained five suspects linked to the case

Kota Star District Police chief, ACP Mohd Rozi Jidin
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Mohd Rozi said that the police managed to track down the suspects eventually and detained five individuals aged between 20 to 40 years old, including a woman, to assist with the investigations.According to Mohd Rozi, the police have reclassified the case to Section 302 of the Penal Code for murder. Prior to the man's death, the case was classified under the Section 326 of the Penal Code for voluntarily causing hurt."The police are still hunting for more suspects who assaulted the suspect. We urged those involved in the incident to quickly surrender themselves," he reportedly said. All the suspects have been remanded until 2 June.

In other news, a man in South Africa was forcibly injected with a substance and gang-raped by three women:

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Swipe Your PETRONAS Mesra Card To Win An All-Expenses-Paid Trip To Watch F1 In Melbourne

This Spotlight is sponsored by PETRONAS.

Earlier this year, PETRONAS launched the Mesra Bonanza campaign, rewarding customers every month with awesome prizes!

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By just spending a minimum of RM30 on fuel or Kedai Mesra items, and swiping their Mesra Card, lucky winners have walked away with awesome monthly prizes like RM1,000 worth of Mesra Card points, Watsons and Lazada shopping vouchers, smartphones, GoPro cameras, and LEGO sets.

But the truly amazing part was seeing the grand prize winners going home with unbelievable rewards like scooters, TVs, a RM20,000 holiday package, and an all-expenses-paid trip to watch Formula 1 in Abu Dhabi (UAE)

Two lucky winners each received Yamaha scooters.
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Two lucky winners each took home a Samsung SmartTV.
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Four lucky winners each took home holiday packages worth RM20,000.
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Three lucky winners got all-expenses paid trips to watch Formula 1 live in Abu Dhabi.
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All this took place in the recent 2nd Prize Giving Ceremony for the Mesra Bonanza.

However, nothing could beat the moment when one of the grand prize winners found out he won RM50,000 in cash prizes

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To say he was happy would be an understatement. Knowing that he'd be bringing home RM50,000, one of the winners couldn't help but break out in tears, and we don't blame him for it. We would have done the same if we were him.

A total of three lucky winners each took home RM50,000 cash.
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The story doesn't end there! Mesra Bonanza is going on until 31 December 2018, and you still stand a chance to win the next big prize—an all-expenses-paid trip to watch F1 live in Melbourne

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Just like one of the winners above, you could get the opportunity of a lifetime to fly over to Melbourne and catch F1 live. Plus, the trip will cover all the expenses you need, which means it's literally a free ticket to Aussie and back, and all you have to do is spend at PETRONAS and swipe your Mesra Card.

In case you're still not sure how to enter, here's a recap:

To stand a chance to win the monthly prizes:Spend a minimum of RM30 in one receipt (on fuel and/or in-store items), swipe your Mesra Card, and you will earn 10 entries. But if you have a CIMB PETRONAS credit or debit card, you will earn 30 entries!To stand a chance to win the Grand Prize:Spend a total of RM500 within two consecutive months (on fuel and/or in-store items) and swipe your Mesra Card on every transaction.

Don't have a Mesra Card yet? Get yours for free at any PETRONAS station nationwide!

You can even swipe it immediately to collect points straightaway.Once you get your Mesra Card, just register it so you can redeem your points. To activate your card, SMS 36732 with the following message: KADMESRA (space) 17 digit PETRONAS Mesra card number (space) IC number (space) Name. Alternatively, you can do it online!Then fuel up, shop, and be in the running to win the amazing prizes in Mesra Bonanza :) Find out more here.

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It's so easy to win! Head over to PETRONAS and swipe your Mesra Card with every spend of RM30 now.

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                You Can Win Cash Prizes Up To RM50,000 And More In This New PETRONAS Campaign

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Why Airlines Tell You To Switch Off Your Phones Before Takeoff

We've all been told to switch our phones to airplane or flight mode when we board a flight - or turn them off completely - but why? Most importantly, what happens if we don't?

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Oprah wonders why too.

First, let's take a look at what airplane mode is and what it does

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Airplane mode is a setting on cell phones, smartphones and other mobile devices that prevents the device from sending or receiving calls and text messages. Airplane mode is also known as offline mode, standalone mode and flight mode.Airplane mode varies from one device to another. For example, on an iPhone, airplane mode disables connectivity for cellular voice and data, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS and location-based services.

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Most devices will show you that you’re in Airplane Mode in some way. The Apple iOS shows a little airplane in the upper left corner and can be accessed in the Settings menu. If you try to use the Internet, it asks you to either take it out of Airplane Mode or get under Wi-Fi. Different devices and different services treat Airplane Mode differently. Some allow GPS and Bluetooth, while others do not

You see, it’s commonly believed that a device’s signal can interfere with a plane’s electrical and telecommunications systems. But experts have revealed the truth behind this popular belief.

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In a blog post written by a pilot for the site AirlineUpdates, it's revealed that although phones can cause audible interference with the plane's radios, it's rare.“You’ve probably heard this interference yourself when a phone is set near a speaker. It sounds like a ’dit-dit-dit-dit’ tone and it’s pretty annoying," said the unnamed pilot.

It's so rare that if a plane makes 50 journeys, the interference would only occur twice and often this is due to cabin crew members' phones

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However, if there are repeated interferences from phones it could cause the pilots to miss important radio calls from air traffic control. The pilot admitted that it has happened due to a cabin crew member consistently texting and making calls during a flight.

While most flights ban voice calls and in-flight text messages, some international airlines are introducing telecommunication base stations that operate at very low power and designed not to interfere with the crew's signals

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Airplanes allowing in-flight cell phone use are equipped with picocells—basically a mini cell tower—that collects the signals from all the phones on board and beams it to a communications satellite in orbit, which then relays it to a base station on the ground to connect to a cell network.

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With all that being said, we highly encourage everyone to follow instructions and turn on airplane mode. Hey, take it as a chance for you to take a break from your devices too!

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It's also a good time to get some shut-eye or engage in a life-changing conversation with the person sitting next to you. ;)

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Members Of LGBT Community Cannot Join Malaysian Police Force Even If Qualified, Says DIGP

The world is changing, albeit slowly.
There are progressive policies being implemented in the West to ensure that members of LGBT community are not discriminated against. Even a country like India, where discrimination against all kinds of minorities is a norm, is trying to be inclusive to an extent.

Last year, a 25-year-old K Prithika Yashini became Tamil Nadu and India's first transgender sub-inspector of the police after a landmark Madras High Court judgment directed the Tamil Nadu Uniformed Services Recruitment Board to include members from the transgender community under a "third category".

K. Prithika Yashini fought a long legal battle to become the first trans-woman sub-inspector in India.
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However, the same can't be said about Malaysia

Malaysia's religious laws prohibit same-sex relationships, cross-dressing, and sexual diversity. Here the LGBT community lives in fear. The over-zealous religious authorities make them hide in shadows, forced to live a double life.

So when Deputy Inspector-General of Police (DIGP) Noor Rashid Ibrahim was asked if the Malaysian police force would start accepting applications from openly gay or transgender people...

...the DIGP promptly said that those who are openly lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender (LGBT) will NOT be admitted into the Malaysian police force EVEN if they qualify because such sexualities are not accepted in Malaysia, reported The Malay Mail.

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The Deputy IGP added, in defence, that the "LGBT culture" cannot be accepted in Malaysia due to community and cultural sentiments

"Till today, the LGBT culture is not accepted in this country, so based on that principle, we still maintain the current quota for men and women. If they have the qualification, they have to adhere to the practices accepted in this country. I am not the one who dictates this culture, but it is the acceptance of our community...we just follow our ways here," Noor Rashid was quoted as saying by The Malay Mail during a press conference at the Police Training Centre (Pulapol) in Jalan Semarak on 23 April 2016.


11 Kafe Moden “Mesti Kunjung” Yang Menjadi Kebanggaan Orang Shah Alam

1. Foodsbury

Tempat yang sempurna untuk meluangkan masa bersama rakan-rakan dan keluarga anda dengan pelbagai jenis kopi seperti Cappucino, Mocha, Café Latte, Hazelnut Latte, Mocha Caramel, Signature Surprise dan banyak lagi. Pelanggan juga boleh menikmati makanan barat klasik dan lazat seperti Lamb Carbonara, Lasagna, Seafood Aglio Olio dan Bolognese Spaghetti. Kepada penggemar pencuci mulut, boleh cuba menu best-seller mereka seperti Almond Salted Caramel Cake, Mille Crepe Cake, Cheese Cake Brownies dan kek cawan berwarna-warni. Layari Instagram dan Facebook Foodsbury.Status: HalalAlamat: Foodsbury Cafe @ Wisma Faizazrina 24, Jalan Tengku Ampuan Zabedah A9/A Seksyen 9, 40100 Shah Alam, Selangor.Waktu operasi: Dibuka setiap hari dari 12 tengahari hingga 11 malam.Telefon: +6013-386 1848

Kalau anda susah nak pergi ke kafe-kafe hipster kerana tiada transport, gunalah kupon MyTeksi ini yang hanya caj RM2 di antara Shah Alam!

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2. Chemistry Café+Lab

Chemistry Café+Lab adalah kafe pertama yang menggunakan konsep makmal dalam kafe. Lebih menarik, kafe ini menggunakan peralatan makmal tulen untuk pelanggan bagi mengalami persekitaran makan dalam makmal. Selain itu, ia turut mempunyai reka bentuk dalaman yang disifat sebagai aneh. Khusus dalam kopi dan minuman, kafe ini juga menawarkan pelbagai jenis kek dan pastri yang menyelerakan. Layari Instagram dan Facebook Chemistry Café+Lab.Status: HalalAlamat: 26 Jalan Kristal J7/J Seksyen 7, 40000 Shah Alam, Malaysia.Waktu operasi: Isnin - Khamis = 12 tengahari hingga 1 pagiJumaat = 3 petang hingga 1 pagiSabtu & Ahad = 10 pagi hingga 2 pagiTelefon: +6017-6262 7979

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3. Cake Jalan Tiung

Diusahakan oleh pasangan berkahwin Shafinaz dan Hidzat, bekas pegawai bank itu berkata, dia mula mengasah bakat dalam seni membuat kek sejak beberapa tahun yang lalu kerana suaminya sukakan manisan. Maka wujudlah Cake Jalan Tiung, sebuah cafe kek yang cantik dengan hiasan dalaman yang amat memikat. Hidangan kek yang dijual juga sangat enak dan diletakkan pada harga yang berpatutan. Layari Instagram dan Facebook Cake Jalan Tiung.Status: HalalAlamat: 31M, Jalan Tengku Ampuan Zabedah J 9/J, Seksyen 9, 40100 Shah Alam, Selangor. Waktu operasi: Rabu - Ahad = 12 tengahari hingga 8 malam. Tutup pada Isnin dan Selasa.Telefon: +6012-9512 887

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Tiung Drowning Affogato.
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The signature: Chia Seed Pudding.
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Custom ordered Merry Berry Dirah Spade.
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4. Kopimeo

Pasangan berkahwin Meor dan Leena membuka kafe ini dengan satu visi iaitu menjadikannya salah satu kafe kontemporari paling digemari ramai dengan menyediakan hidangan lazat disertakan sentuhan klasik barat sambil mengekalkan ciri-ciri tempatan dalam setiap hidangan. Info lanjut sila ayari Instagram Kopimeo.Status: HalalAlamat: 29, Jalan Tengku Ampuan Zabedah B 9/B, Seksyen 9, 40100 Shah Alam, Selangor.Waktu operasi: Sabtu - Khamis = 12 tengahari hingga 10 malam.Telefon: +6012-2060 326

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Warm Banana Bread Pudding with Custard Sauce.
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5. Brew&Bread

Brew&Bread merupakan salah satu kafe yang paling terkenal di kalangan penduduk di Kota Kemuning. Mereka sangat mengambil berat tentang kualiti kopi dan makanan yang dihasilkan. Kafe ini menyediakan menu makanan yang banyak berasaskan telur termasuk Egg Benedict dan Mushroom Egg Omelette. Suasana di sini agak selesa dengan berlatar belakangkan iringan muzik akustik yang sungguh menenangkan. Jangan lupa untuk layari Facebook Brew&Bread untuk info lanjut.Status: HalalAlamat: 10, Jalan Anggerik Vanilla M 31/M, 40460 Shah Alam, Selangor.Waktu operasi: Jumaat - Rabu = 8 pagi hingga 7 malam. Tutup pada Khamis.Telefon: +603-5131 5201

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6. Holy Smoke Cafe

Holy Smoke Cafe adalah sebuah kafe kejiranan mesra yang mengutamakan kualiti makanan dan perkhidmatan pelanggan. Setiap pilihan menu disediakan dengan standard masakan yang tinggi dan ditawar pada harga yang berpatutan. Mereka percaya para pengunjung tidak perlu menghabiskan duit yang banyak untuk menikmati makanan yang baik. Seiring dengan namanya, kafe ini turut menyediakan shisha dan cigar. Reka bentuk dalaman dengan konsep retro moden pastinya memberi satu pengalaman yang unik dan tidak dapat dilupakan. Layari Instagram dan Facebook Holy Smoke Cafe.Status: HalalAlamat: 65 Jalan Bola Jaring 13/15, Seksyen 13, 40100 Shah Alam, Selangor.Waktu operasi:Dibuka setiap hariIsnin - Khamis = 12 tengahari hingga 3 petang Jumaat = 5.30 petang hingga 11 malamSabtu & Ahad = 3 petang hingga 11 malamTelefon: +603-5511 8018

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Kumpulan K-Pop, GOT7 turut merakam klip video mereka di hadapan Holy Smoke Cafe.
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7. Bert's Cafe

Bert's Cafe adalah satu kafe menarik yang terletak di kawasan kejiranan U12, Shah Alam. Walaupun kafe yang dikendalikan oleh sebuah keluarga ini kecil molek dari segi saiz, tarikan atau appeal yang ada padanya jauh lebih besar. Dengan hiasan dalaman yang selesa, ia sangat sesuai untuk dijadikan tempat beristirehat bersama keluarga dan rakan-rakan. Bert's mungkin satu kafe yang agak baru, tetapi aroma kopi dan hidangan makanannya pasti membuka selera sesiapa yang datang. Layari Instagram dan Facebook Bert's Cafe.Status: HalalAlamat: 6, Jalan Selasih K U12/K, Taman Cahaya Alam, 40170 Shah Alam, Selangor.Waktu operasi: Selasa - Ahad = 12 tengahari hingga 11 malam. Tutup pada Selasa.Telefon: +6017-2255 597

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8. The Sumbs

Dimiliki oleh selebriti terkenal, Dato' Fazley Yaakob, The Sumbs menawarkan banyak kategori makanan seperti Appetizer & Snack Delights, Pasta Delights, Sandwich Delights, Calzone, Western Delights, Local Delights dan Dessert Delights. Terdapat juga Sumbs Meal Hour, iaitu hidangan makanan tempatan yang datang dengan minuman berkarbonat dari jam 12 tengahari hingga 3 petang, dan 6 petang hingga 9 malam. Layari Instagram dan Facebook The Sumbs.Status: HalalAlamat: Block 7 Persiaran Alami, Pusat Perniagaan Worldwide, Persiaran Akuatik, Seksyen 13, 40100 Shah Alam, Malaysia.Waktu operasi: Sabtu - Khamis = 12 tengahari hingga 11 malam. Tutup pada Jumaat.Telefon: +6017-2888 658

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9. The Teapot Deli

Teapot Deli melahirkan suasana kampung kecil bertemakan English dengan gubahan bunga menghiasi dinding dan bau makanan yang dipanggang terapung-apung di udara. Cuba pai ayam mini mereka, atau trifle buah-buahan manis yang sangat lazat. Minuman yang disediakan termasuk pelbagai jenis teh, kopi dan jus.Status: HalalAlamat: Lot 2F-29, 2nd Floor, SACC Mall, 40000 Shah Alam, Selangor.Waktu operasi:Isnin - Khamis = 11 pagi hingga 9.30 malamJumaat - Ahad = 11 pagi hingga 10 malamTelefon : +6019-277 3043

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10. Small Gas Cafe

Facebook Small Gas CafeStatus: HalalAlamat: 1-2-1-, Jalan Setia Prima D u13/D, Setia Alam, Seksyen U 13, 40170 Shah Alam, Selangor.Waktu operasi: Khamis - Selasa = 12 tengahari hingga 12 malam. Tutup pada Rabu.Telefon: +6012-255 0025

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Bacon hotdog eggroll.
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The signature: hot oatmilk.
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Small Gas Drinks dan Waffle Burger.
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11. Sips & Bites Café

Salah satu kafe yang agak baru di kejiranan Kota Kemuning, Sips & Bites Café adalah perniagaan yang diuruskan sebuah keluarga. Dekorasi dalamannya dipenuhi dengan warna biru dan perak yang mempunyai sentuhan desa dan rumah sendiri, dari lukisan dinding sehinggalah ke meja kayu. Kafe ini ada menawarkan all-day breakfast, pasta, sandwich, dan wafel kepada pelanggan. Layari Instagram Sips & Bites Café.Status: Non-HalalAlamat: 24-1, Sinaran 2, Jalan Anggerik Vanilla BE31/BE, Kota Kemuning, 40460 Shah Alam, Selangor. Waktu operasi: Isnin - Jumaat = 8 pagi hingga 10 malamSabtu & Ahad = 9 pagi hingga 10 malamTelefon: +6019-2711 309

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Anugerah Juara Lagu (AJL37) di Axiata Arena, hari ini akhirnya kembali diadakan selepas bergelumang dengan pandemik Covid-19

Sudah tentu, busana selebriti menjadi tumpuan di acara karpet merah yang sememangnya memukau mata. Jom kita lihat antara fesyen selebriti tanah air di acara karpet merah di bawah:

1. Naim Daniel & Sissy Iman

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Here's Why You Should Consider Using Smart Locks To Make Your Home Safer

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What are smart locks, and why do you need them?

Smart locks are devices with built-in Wi-Fi or Bluetooth that allow you to lock and unlock doors without a traditional key. Instead, you can use your smartphone, or in some cases, your voice, to access your door.

The cool thing about smart locks is that they add another layer of security to your home. Many smart locks come with features like auto-lock settings and entry codes to enhance your house's security experience. Smart locks even allow remote access, so you can let a guest in while you're out by unlocking the door remotely.

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As the brand that first invented the lock 181 years ago, Yale continues to innovate with smart locks and safes to keep you and your family safe <3

Almost two centuries ago, Yale became the first company to introduce the lock that has kept us and our families safe all these years. Now, Yale is taking it one step further with Smart Locks!

Feeling safe and secure in your own home is priceless, which is why Yale wants to give you protection for your home, and peace for your mind when it comes to home security. From smart locks that are fingerprint-activated to RFID Card digital door locks, Yale provides you with awesome options to safe-proof your house.

What's cool is that you can access all your smart home devices using the Yale Access mobile app that comes with an encrypted cloud for maximum security

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With just a tap on your smartphone, you'll be able to control your smart locks and safes remotely, allowing you to manage your devices at your own convenience! Whether you're at work, or out to do the groceries, you can rest assured that Yale's got your back.

Besides that, you can even integrate Yale's home security devices with your existing smart home system, like Amazon Alexa, Google Assistance, and even Apple Homekit, wah! Pretty cool, right?

Here's a look at some of the smart devices you can get for your home:

1. The Yale YDM 7220A offers a top-of-the-line security system that comes equipped with a variety of alarms

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This Smart Lock has many useful features, like the Voice Guide Feature and the Automatic Locking feature which is super handy in case you forget to lock the front door. Besides that, you can even access this lock via fingerprint, PIN code, RFID key tag, or even your phone!Also, it can store up to 100 different fingerprints. So, if you're living with a huge family, this feature is perfect for that.You can also access this Smart Lock remotely with the Yale Access mobile app for more convenience.

2. You can remotely access and manage your Yale Smart Lock from your smartphone with the Yale Access App

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With the Yale Access app, connecting and managing your Smart Locks, Smart Safe, Smart Safety Box, Smart Cabinet Locks, and Smart Storage from your smartphone will be a breeze.You can lock and unlock your smart devices, share access with trusted family or friends, view access history, receive notifications on the lock’s activity, and check the lock’s battery life from wherever you are. The app works with the Yale Connect Wi-Fi bridge to keep you on top of your lock’s status and operate it remotely.What’s more, Yale Access products integrate seamlessly with Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, and Apple HomeKit, among many other smart home devices, to offer security and convenience in your day-to-day life!

3. Need a safe place to stow away your valuables? Check out the Yale Smart Safe.

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We all need a secure place to keep any expensive items we may have lying around the house. That's why this safe is a great bet. This device comes with an electronic lock with a digital keypad, and reinforced steel hinges for maximum protection and security.Additionally, it is equipped with armoured steel plates that protect this safe's locking mechanism, so you won't have to worry about anyone breaking in!

4. Wanna know how Yale products work? Experience going keyless and remote accessing smart home products at the Yale Smart Shop.

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If you're new to buying door locks, the whole process can be quite overwhelming, especially if it's your first time. To understand how Yale Smart Locks and Yale's wide range of smart products work, the Yale Smart Shop can give you a first-hand experience on keyless home entry and remote access to other smart products!Locations:- IPC Shopping Centre- Yale Smart Shop Johor (Kempas)

Looking for a fuss-free and convenient way to safe-proof your home? Check out Yale Smart Shop for smart devices that will elevate your home security system.

They've even got some awesome bundle deals, so go visit their website now to enjoy cool discounts! Don't forget to head over to their Facebook page for more deets.

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Netizens Slam Malaysian Mum For Making Toddler Smoke Vape In IG Story

A woman recently uploaded an Instagram Story of her toddler son being offered a vape mod by an adult who puts it in his mouth

In the clip, the child, who is seen wearing only diapers, takes two drags from the device believed to be held by his father, before scrunching up his face and covering his mouth.Behind the camera, the mother's voice can be heard saying, "Three times already, what did mummy say?"

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The clip has since gone viral and garnered a ton of backlash.
The woman then responded by saying that she has the right to do whatever she wishes as she is the boy's mother.

In the following Instagram Story, the woman wrote, "Everyone's panicking. It's up to me what I want to post. If you feel suffocated, then don't follow me. Those who don't even follow me are busy commenting on my photos. He's my son, it's my right to do whatever. I'm the one taking care of him, stupid!"

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She then continued to say, "I'm stressed because messages keep coming in. Enough of making this issue viral. I did not know it could get to this. I know I was wrong there. If I wanted to kill my son, I would have thrown him away since he was a baby. It was just a video for fun. Hope everyone will forgive me. Enough of making this viral, I'm stressed.""Just one fault and everybody sees it going viral. You don't see how a mother takes care of him. A video made for fun, I don't know how it got so viral leading to so much backlash. I'm not abusing him or anything. I know I am wrong. You blew it out of proportion. You should think, if anything happens to me, he is still breastfeeding."

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Meanwhile, the father took to Facebook to apologise

"Thank you everyone for your advice. I would like to apologise for my wrongdoings in raising my child. I don't force him or abuse him, I was just joking around. Those who follow my wife know how my son is," he wrote."He's quite aggressive and active, likes to play with things that are not his toys or made for children. If he wants it, he will get it. Anyhow, I want to apologise for my wrongdoings and thank you so much for your concern. I forgive those who don't know the real story."

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Netizens were angered by the video and said that the couple's action is considered child abuse

Tagging the official Twitter accounts of the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) and the Department of Social Welfare, one user wrote, "This child is not safe living with parents like these. Please take action."

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Another person wrote, "Just throw parents like these into jail! What else did the child endure before this? Only god knows. Where are the authorities?"

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"Your child acting aggressively is not an excuse for you to joke with your son and use the vape as a toy. Don't wait until the child is gone for you to regret your actions. Or will you not regret it at all? I'm so angry," said another netizen.

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Kisah Menarik Rakyat Malaysia Bergelar Frontliner Ketika PKPP. Memang Terhibur Habis!

Memandangkan kerajaan mengumumkan untuk menyambung semula Perintah Kawalan Pergerakan Pemulihan (PKPP) sehingga 31 Disember ini

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Kita semua disarankan untuk meneruskan usaha dalam mencegah dan mengawal penularan wabak Covid-19.Menurut Perdana Menteri, Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin, kita semua adalah frontliner yang berada di barisan paling hadapan dan memikul tanggungjawab yang sangat berat untuk melindungi keluarga, komuniti serta negara daripada wabak maut ini.Jadi, kali ini kami kongsikan antara pengalaman menarik dan situasi rakyat Malaysia sebagai frontliner sepanjang tempoh PKPP. Ada yang lucu, ada yang mencabar. Anda ada pengalaman macam ni tak?

“Susah nak suruh anak pakai mask, tapi saya kena kreatif” - Puan Faraliza, Ibu

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“Dalam setiap keluarga, ibu memang memainkan peranan penting. Walaupun sibuk dengan kerjaya, tapi dalam soal menjaga kebersihan dan keselamatan anak-anak memang tiada kompromi!”.“Mula-mula tu susah nak biasakan anak pakai mask, sampai nak kena main kejar-kejar. Tapi kita sebagai ibu kena kreatiflah. Contohnya, saya akan beli mask bergambar kartun ataupun superhero kegemaran anak-anak untuk menggalakkan mereka memakai mask. Lama-lama mereka pun seronok dan setiap kali keluar, mereka sendiri yang akan minta nak pakai mask,”“Bila ke sekolah pula, saya akan pastikan mereka membawa hand sanitizer dan selalu berpesan untuk mencuci tangan. Siapa yang mencuci tangan dengan kerap, balik dari sekolah nanti, saya akan upah dengan aiskrim”.

“Mencabar juga nak awasi murid-murid untuk jaga SOP, tapi ada caranya..” - Ms. Shalini, Guru tadika

Gambar sekadar hiasan.
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Semenjak sekolah dibuka, cikgu-cikgulah yang paling sibuk untuk patuhi SOP. Bukan mudah nak mengawal pelajar dalam jumlah yang ramai, tambah-tambah kanak-kanak yang masih kecil.“Kanak-kanak ni, kalau kena dengan caranya, mereka akan senang mendengar kata. Di sekolah, kami mengamalkan sistem sticker and rewards. Setiap kali mereka mematuhi SOP seperti membasuh tangan dan melakukan penjarakan fizikal, mereka akan diberikan sekeping pelekat berbentuk bintang untuk dilekatkan di buku khas”.“Di akhir setiap minggu, siapa yang mengumpul pelekat bintang paling banyak, akan diberikan ganjaran istimewa. Dengan itu, mereka akan lebih bersemangat untuk datang ke sekolah, sekaligus mematuhi SOP”.

“Mencabar nak pastikan pelanggan ikut SOP” - Azman, Peniaga

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Bersyukur sudah dibenarkan meniaga, namun Azman merasakan agak mencabar untuk memastikan pelanggannya menjaga jarak semasa membeli jualannya.“Bayangkan, macam-macam ragam, ada yang duduk dekat-dekat semasa membeli dan ada juga yang tak pakai mask!”“Jadi, apa yang saya lakukan adalah, saya akan meletakkan tali di sekitar meja jualan saya dalam jarak 1 meter supaya pembeli dan penjual tidak berurusan terlalu dekat. Saya juga akan gunakan bakul untuk pembeli membayar wang dan meletakkan baki di situ. Jadi, takdelah kami bersentuhan”.

“Ada yang degil, nak check suhu di kaki!” - Badur, Pengawal keselamatan

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Bila ditanya apakah cabaran yang paling besar pernah dilaluinya sepanjang bertugas sebagai pengawal keselamatan, Badur mengakui tempoh PKPP ini adalah yang paling sukar.“Bayangkan, bermacam-macam ragam orang yang saya kena hadap setiap hari. Ramai yang patuh, tapi ada juga yang degil. Pernah terjadi, seorang pengunjung tidak memakai mask dan tak mahu diperiksa suhunya di dahi. Sebaliknya, dia menghulurkan kaki dan suruh saya ambil suhu dari situ,”.“Memang penat dan kadang-kadang rasa nak naik angin, tapi bila memikirkan ini adalah tanggungjawab, saya ikhlaskan hati demi menjaga keselamatan rakyat Malaysia,”

Kita semua adalah frontliner. Jom sama-sama amalkan 3W!

Lepas baca semua pengalaman menarik rakyat Malaysia ni, penulis terus rasa bersemangat, membayangkan pengorbanan mereka walaupun kadang-kadang berdepan dengan situasi yang pelik.Oleh itu, jom semua jalankan tanggungjawab kita dan teruskan menjaga keselamatan diri dengan norma baharu kehidupan seperti yang disarankan oleh Kementerian Kesihatan Malaysia (KKM).

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Sentiasa amalkan pendekatan 3W iaitu iaitu kerap mencuci tangan dengan air dan sabun (wash), sangat digalakkan memakai pelitup muka di tempat awam atau jika bergejala (wear) dan amaran (warn) dari KKM seperti tidak bersalaman, etika batuk dan bersin yang betul, duduk di rumah dan lain-lain.Elakkan 3S atau 3C, iaitu jauhi kawasan yang sesak (crowded place), elakkan kawasan yang sempit dan tertutup (confined space) serta elakkan bersembang atau bertutur dengan jarak yang dekat (close conversation).

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Selain itu, kita juga wajib mematuhi SOP iaitu syarat-syarat seperti yang ditetapkan di bawah PKPP.Memang agak sukar untuk biasakan diri dengan norma baharu ni, tetapi dengan kerjasama seluruh rakyat Malaysia, tak mustahil untuk kita berjaya putuskan rangkaian COVID-19!

Artikel di atas dipetik daripada portal OHBULAN! dan diterbitkan semula oleh SAYS Seismik.


You Don't Have To Go To Japan Or New York. Ichiran Ramen Is Coming To Malaysia!

Calling all ramen lovers, here is a treat for you - Ichiran Ramen is coming to Malaysia for the first time ever!

Isetan Kuala Lumpur made the announcement on their Facebook page today, 26 February, that Ichiran Ramen will be setting up a pop-up store at its branch in Suria KLCC next month.They will only be here for a limited time of 10 days, from 13 March to 22 March 2020.

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Established in Fukuoka, Japan in 1960, the ramen restaurant became so popular that it has opened many branches worldwide

Famous for causing long queues at every location that they have opened, namely Hong Kong, Taipei, and New York, people line up not only to taste their delicious ramen, but also to experience their "focus booths".According to Ichiban Ramen's own website, their iconic partition booths "allows you privacy and full focus on your bowl of ramen".They pride themselves in minimal-interaction dining for the ultimate ramen experience.

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Paying attention to details, Ichiran Ramen is most well-known for their decadent tonkotsu broth that is customisable to just the way you like it

To further minimise interactions, the store gives you an order sheet to comfortably choose your preference of toppings, soup richness, and even the texture of your noodles.

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In its latest pop-up special to Malaysian fans, the ramen chain will be serving their 100% tonkotsu-free ramen, a version of their rich broth that they have spent 20 years developing

As a testimony to their dedication to making a non-pork bone ramen that has the same rich umami and deep flavour, Ichiran boasts a three-storey branch right in Tokyo that specially serves this original tonkotsu-free recipe of theirs that is popular with tourists.They will also be recreating their famous "focus booths" to enjoy the authentic Ichiran experience! However, you have to be in luck, because they can only seat six people in these booths per session.For true fans of Ichiran Ramen, they add that they will have Ichiran Ramen Gift Sets in 2 flavours, original tonkotsu and 100% tonkotsu free, along with a few other products available for purchase at the event!

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Here's all you need to know about the Ichiran Ramen pop-up store:Location: Isetan, Suria KLCCDate: 13 March - 22 March 2020Time: 11am to 8pm daily (last order at 7.30pm)The store's opening time on the last day, 22 March, would be shorter at 11am to 6pm, last order at 5.30pm.

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M'sians Are Sharing Their Salaries Anonymously On This IG Page In The Name Of Transparency

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In a culture where it is taboo to talk openly about our salaries, and worse yet, go against company policy for doing so, many Malaysians are often left in the dark to what is an acceptable salary

Unsurprisingly, an Instagram account that is trying to bridge this knowledge and income gap is recently going viral.The page offers employees a rough idea of how much their peers of similar experience and qualifications earn, and to decide if they are getting paid enough.

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Aptly named @malaysianpaygap, the page is providing people a platform to anonymously share their job details and monthly salaries for others to compare

According to their bio, the Malaysian Pay Gap said they are advocating pay transparency and better salary for all in Malaysia, regardless of age, gender, and ethnicity.To be featured, users have to provide information according to this template:– Their job and designation/position– Age, race, and gender– How many years into the job– Job location– Academic qualifications– Current salary– Any thoughts, messages, and insights they wish to shareThe page assures that direct messages are deleted every day for utmost anonymity and security.Here are a few submissions they have received so far:

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As of writing, the page has garnered over 11,000 followers since its first post on Wednesday, 23 February

Many social media users have expressed appreciation for the initiative, with Twitter and Reddit users calling for wage transparency to be the new normal.Several netizens also noted the common theme of low wages among the posts, despite the years of experience, lack of employment benefits, and long working hours some of the submissions had.Personal finance blogger Suraya Zainudin has also encouraged Malaysians to take a look at the page."Scroll through and if you realise you're underpaid, this is your sign to find better opportunities," she tweeted.

Shoutout to malaysianpaygap IG, a place for Malaysians to anonymously share your salary. Scroll through and if you realise you're underpaid, this is your sign to find better opportunities pic.twitter.com/jJ14DhPHEx— Suraya | suraya.eth (@surayaror) February 23, 2022

Check out the Malaysian Pay Gap Instagram here.

For the first time ever since the national survey began, Malaysia's median income recorded a negative growth in 2021:

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People with primary education levels had the biggest drop in median salaries and wages last year.

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In 2020, an engineer drew how an average person's salary has not kept up with the cost of living in over 40 years:

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He did it after overhearing an uncle call the young people of today "spoiled".

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[PHOTOS] 17 Spine-Chilling Photos From The Polar Vortex That Hit The US This Week

Some of the areas in the US has dropped to their coldest temperatures in years as a Polar Vortex flooded the country from Canada, spreading into the Midwest and expanding to other states from coast to coast

A person struggles to cross a street in blowing and falling snow as the Gateway Arch appears in the distance on Sunday, Jan. 5, 2014, in St. Louis, Missouri.
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Wind chill in Minnesota reached to -50 degrees Fahrenheit, that's cold enough for exposed skin to get frostbite in five minutes

A woman walks in frigid cold temperatures though downtown Chicago, Illinois, January 6, 2014.
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Dozens of other places saw sub-zero weather, temperatures so cold that many officials shut down schools, highways and tourist attractions as a means to try to keep people inside

A commuter walks across the Chicago River in sub-zero temperatures.
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Among the deaths since late last week, from the bitter cold and snow and ice in the Midwest, were 6 in Michigan, 4 in Indiana, 3 in Wisconsin, 2 in Illinois and 1 in Missouri

Four homeless men warm themselves on a steam grate by the Federal Trade Commission, blocks from the Capitol, during frigid temperatures in Washington
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Homeless shelters across the country were overwhelmed by people seeking shelter from the cold, which the National Weather Service warned was severe enough in North Dakota and Minnesota to freeze human flesh in five minutes

Nicholas Simmons warms himself on a steam grate with three homeless men by the Federal Trade Commission, just blocks from the Capitol, during frigid temperatures in Washington
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Forecasters said that the effects of the system, a swirling mass of North Pole air that has pushed unusually far south, would be felt by as many as 187 million people, more than half the country’s population

A woman walks through a gust of blowing snow in frigid cold temperatures though downtown Chicago, Illinois
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Hard freeze warnings for Tuesday extended all the way south to the Gulf Coast. In Texas, one utility asked people to turn down the thermostat because the power capacity was running low

North Avenue Beach looked more like an ice rink on January 6, as Chicago temperatures fell farther than they ever had before.
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Residents of Indiana and Kentucky were warned not to leave their homes as temperatures dropped into the single digits, and wind chill in the minus 20s and below

A view of the War Memorial in Indianapolis, Indiana. According to news reports, Indianapolis received about 30 centimeters of snow and the morning temperature was -9 degrees Celsius
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The record-breaking freeze is being caused by a wavy and elongated jet stream, which is carrying Arctic air far more to the south than normal

A man barrels through single digit temperatures in New York City as he walks by a steam vent
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Tens of thousands of people were still without power in Illinois and Indiana because of weekend snowstorms, and the cold made it dangerous for the workers trying to get the lights and heat back on

Icicles hang from a municipal building at Navy Yard Park in Amherstburg, Ontario as winds blow in from the Detroit River during sub-zero temperatures on January 6, 2014
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Thousands of air travellers remained stranded as JetBlue and other airlines cancelled scores of flights in and out of Kennedy, LaGuardia and Newark airports due to the double whammy of last week’s snowstorm and the Polar Vortex

A man waits for a flight at Kennedy International Airport in New York City. Thousands of flights were canceled yesterday due to freezing temperatures.
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The temperatures are the coldest for some parts of the country in two decades

A couple walks through the winter white-out on Swan Avenue in Webster Groves
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The Polar Vortex, referred by NBC weather icon Al Roker as a "Polar Hurricane," is a weather system that is usually seen in Canada, but has moved south

Pedestrians cross Woodward Avenue in Detroit on Monday as the snow comes down
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The Polar Vortex effect was so powerful that it was blamed for high winds and huge ocean swells on the southwest coast of Britain, caused by an expansive, deep atmospheric depression over the Atlantic Ocean

Ice builds up along Lake Michigan at North Avenue Beach in Chicago, Illinois
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A detailed definition of a Polar Vortex is pretty complicated and over the heads of most folks without a background in meteorology, but according to NBC news weatherman Al Roker, you can “think of it as a polar hurricane”

Downtown Windsor, Ont. appears to be in a deep freeze from this perspective from the city's east end looking over a frozen portion of the Detroit River on Monday, Jan. 6, 2014.
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That is, a spinning mass of extremely cold air high in the atmosphere, typically rotating counterclockwise around the north and south poles

Detroit is still dealing with several icy inches of snow in the wake of Winter Storm Hercules and the polar vortex that has engulfed much of the nation.
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[PHOTOS] Get Barista-Quality Coffee, Kuih & Healthy On-The-Go Food At PETRONAS Café Mesra

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This Spotlight is sponsored by PETRONAS.

Have you heard? PETRONAS has launched its all-new Café Mesra, available at 11 locations in Klang Valley and one at Bandar Baru Nilai, yayyy! :D

Image via PETRONAS (Provided to SAYS)

PETRONAS Dagangan Berhad (PDB) just unveiled Café Mesra, a new venture that offers its customers with quality coffee and a food experience with an emphasis on fresh, healthy ingredients, at affordable prices.During the launch, Chief Executive Officer of Mesra Retail & Café, Ian Malcolm Cruddas said that they look forward to welcoming customers to their cafés."We expect to open and operate 50 Café Mesra outlets throughout Malaysia by the end of the year, including standalone cafés and kiosks," he said.

We went on-ground to check out Café Mesra at PETRONAS USJ 20.
And first things first, we had to try the coffee! :D

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Image via SAYS

PETRONAS is introducing handcrafted barista-quality coffee to its Café Mesra outlets. And it's not just like any other convenience store's to-go coffees. PETRONAS has actually come up with its own house blend called 'Embun', featuring a mix of Rwandan, Brazilian, and Indonesian coffee beans. The result is a medium dark roast coffee that packs a caffeine punch, but still tastes smooth.For coffee connoisseurs looking for a unique handcrafted drink, Café Mesra also offers its signature Mesra Latte.Here's a closer look at one of Café Mesra's experienced baristas at work:

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Image via SAYS

Next, PETRONAS is also introducing two new food concepts at every Café Mesra outlet — Fusion and SayHeart

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True to its name, Fusion offers a unique selection of blended cuisine inspired by various cultures. Some of the ready-to-eat dishes include Nasi Goreng Mesra and Nasi Goreng Salsa.On the other hand, SayHeart (a play on words for sihat) features healthy yet tasty food. Health-conscious customers can look forward to plant-based Ayam Masak Merah with cauliflower rice, gluten-free plant-based burgers, and more.

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Image via SAYS

One of our favourite sections of Café Mesra was its Kuih Bar, featuring all kinds of local delights and some unique treats

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What's cool is that all of SayHeart's food items are locally sourced in support of Malaysia's farmers and vendors. In fact, all the kuihs offered are made using all-natural ingredients, following traditional mak cik recipes from Penang. ;PPersonally, we loved the sri muka cempedak and kuih angku kacang merah! Some of the other options incude sri muka durian, kuih lapis beras merah, and talam pandan.

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Another unique thing about the Café Mesra at PETRONAS USJ 20 is that it has a Drive-Thru, which means you can grab a coffee or food item to go

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Image via SAYS

Image via SAYS

Besides that, customers can enjoy limited time weekly deals at Café Mesra, yasss!

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Need a coffee break, a quick lunch, or a tasty snack to munch on? Head over to one of the new Café Mesra outlets to get your fix today!

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PETRONAS Stations with a Café Mesra:- PETRONAS Alam Damai- PETRONAS Ara Damansara- PETRONAS Bandar Baru Nilai- PETRONAS Batu 6 Jalan Ipoh- PETRONAS Glenmarie TTDI Jaya- PETRONAS Kota Damansara 2- PETRONAS LDP Puchong Utama- PETRONAS NKVE Klang Bound- PETRONAS NPE Taman Desa- PETRONAS Persiaran Kayangan- PETRONAS USJ 1- PETRONAS USJ 20

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4-Year-Old Patient In Langkawi First In Malaysia To Recover From The Novel Coronavirus

One of the patients diagnosed with the novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) in Malaysia has recovered and been allowed to return home, said the Ministry of Health

According to New Straits Times, the four-year-old girl from China, admitted to Hospital Sultanah Maliha, Langkawi on 29 January, was discharged yesterday, 4 February.She is the first of 10 patients in Malaysia to have been cured from the infection.

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Image via Twitter @KKMPutrajaya

Health director-general Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah said that the results of the patient's 2019-nCoV detection test that was conducted twice both turned out negative

"She is healthy and is allowed to go home," he said in a statement released yesterday, reported The Star."This case proves that the 2019-nCoV infection can be treated, and patients can fully recover, as reported in other cases in China," he added.Dr Noor Hisham also thanked the hospital staff at Hospital Sultanah Maliha for treating and monitoring the child until her complete recovery.

Image via KKM/New Straits Times

As of today, 5 February, there are 24,324 confirmed cases and a death toll of 490 in mainland China

According to CNA, China's National Health Commission reported there were 3,887 new cases and 65 new deaths yesterday - the biggest single-day tally since the first fatalities occurred last month.However, as also said by Dr Noor Hisham in the statement yesterday, "Perception among the public that the 2019-nCoV is fatal (could not be treated) after one has been infected by the virus is certainly wrong."As of writing, 891 patients have actually recovered from the coronavirus infection in China, according to this real-time tracking map from Johns Hopkins University's Centre for Systems Science and Engineering (CSSE).

A Universiti Malaya professor previously said that patients have a high chance of recovery from the novel coronavirus infection:

                UM Expert: Most Wuhan Virus Patients Will Have High Chance Of Recovery

The 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) has a low case fatality ratio of three per cent.

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On Sunday, 2 February alone, 147 cured patients were discharged from hospitals in Hubei district:

                A Total Of 475 Patients Infected With Coronavirus In China Have Made Full Recovery

147 cured patients were discharged from hospitals in Hubei district on Sunday, 2 February.

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Mall Dengan 'Indoor Theme Park' Terbesar Asia Tenggara Bakal Dibuka Di JB Akhir Tahun Ini

Pusat membeli-belah mula tumbuh seperti cendawan di Johor Bahru. Paradigm Mall, yang dianggap sebagai mall terbesar di Johor baru saja beroperasi pada November 2017.

Image via 新山生活誌 / JB City Guide

Merangkumi lebih daripada 1.3 juta kaki persegi, Paradigm Mall mempunyai enam tingkat dengan lebih daripada 200 kedai. Penyewa utama di situ termasuk Golden Screen Cinemas, Jaya Grocer, dan Parkson. Terdapat juga gelanggang luncur ais atau ice skating rink yang pertama di Johor.

Bergabung dengan Paradigm Mall pada akhir tahun ini adalah sebuah kompleks terbaru yang dilapor bakal menempatkan "taman tema tertutup terbesar di Asia Tenggara"

Ilustrasi kompleks Capital 21.
Image via Capital 21 Shopping Mall

Memetik laporan Channel News Asia, Capital 21, yang dibangunkan oleh Capital World akan memulakan operasi pada bulan Ogos tahun ini.Bangunan seluas 1.2 juta kaki persegi yang terletak di Tampoi, Johor Bahru ini bakal menempatkan MCM Studio, yang dikatakan sebagai "taman tema tertutup terbesar di Asia Tenggara" dan juga kompleks membeli-belah.

Mengambil keseluruhan tingkat tiga dan tingkat empat, MCM Studio akan menampilkan tiga bahagian utama - Movie Planet, Cartoon Planet, dan Music Planet

Image via Capital 21 Shopping Mall

Cartoon Planet ditujukan khas kepada kanak-kanak yang akan mempunyai pelbagai watak animasi termasuk 'Tom and Jerry'.Movie Planet akan menampilkan tema Transformers, Dinosaur World, dan Haunted House dan akan menggunakan teknologi virtuality reality (VR) yang canggih.Music Planet akan menampilkan khemah sarkas dengan persembahan harian dari aksi tempatan dan luar negara seperti Great Britain Circus. Bahagian ini juga akan menjadi tuan rumah kepada acara muzik dan teater berkelas dunia.

Selain taman tema, Capital 21 akan tampil dengan lima zon bertema lain - Amerika, Eropah, Australia, Asia, dan Timur Tengah - melalui tiga tingkat ruang niaga

Tema America!
Image via Capital 21 Shopping Mall

Capital 21 akan menghadapi persaingan yang kuat dari pusat membeli-belah terbarudi Johor Bahru seperti Paradigm Mall dan IKEA. Bagaimanapun, pengarah eksekutifnya, Siow Chien Fu menegaskan bahawa elemen hiburan adalah kelebihan yang mereka ada."Kami perlu menarik minat pembeli moden. Pesaing kami kebanyakannya mempunyai satu komponen, tetapi kami mempunyai lebih daripada satu komponen hiburan," katanya.Siow juga mendedahkan 80% ruang niaga di Capital 21 telah pun diambil. Hanya 20% sahaja yang masih kosong.

Siow juga yakin pusat membeli-belah ini akan menarik minat rakyat Singapura kerana ia terletak hanya 20 minit sahaja dari Woodlands Causeway

Image via Capital 21 Shopping Mall

"Kami memberi tumpuan kepada unsur-unsur nostalgia yang kebanyakan taman tema moden tidak ada lagi seperti sarkas. Rakyat Singapura yang masih menghargai keindahan taman tema berkonsep klasik pastinya akan melawat Capital City. Kami yakin mereka akan datang ke sini," katanya lagi.

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Man Who Double-Parked Takes To Facebook To Seek Justice Over Car Damage — But It Backfires

A man who double-parked in front of a shoplot in Kuchai Lama, Kuala Lumpur has reinvigorated an age-old debate on who is at fault when one person damages a double-parked vehicle.
Is it the double-parker who is at fault or the person who damaged the vehicle?

The heated discussion began on Sunday, 6 December, after netizen Yee Trino took to Facebook to seek justice for his vehicle that was damaged while it was double-parked.An uncle who was trapped by Yee's vehicle allegedly damaged his Toyota Prius C. Speaking to SAYS, he said the uncle was driving a Mercedes."Today, I met a person who hit my car in Kuchai Lama. Instead of saying sorry first, he gave me a lecture. In the end, it was all my fault," Yee wrote on the caption of the post, which has gone viral with over 1,400 shares.In the one minute and 19 seconds long video attached to the post, Yee can be seen confronting the uncle, asking if he was the one at fault — to which the uncle brazenly replies yes."You parked behind me, it's illegal parking. I didn't notice your car and I hit your car. All I can do is say 'I'm sorry'," the uncle said, refusing Yee's demand for compensation.

Image via Yee Trino (Facebook)

The uncle also challenges Yee to take the matter to the police, contending that the latter will end up being slapped with a compound

The video gathered 3,200 comments within a few days. Many netizens were of the opinion that Yee was at fault."The young man has no virtue," said a person, while another added, "He still doesn't know he's at fault in the end! Don't double-park next time.""Now I know a saint will never be at fault. Alright, go make a police report. Let's see if the saint will be summonsed or not," a Facebook user commented."Correct, if report (sic), police will (issue) summons for illegal parking. [...] Uncle (was) telling the right fact," a comment read.

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Following the backlash, Yee published a seven-minute apology video yesterday, 7 December. He stressed that he was not asserting himself as innocent, but rather if his offence gave the uncle the right to attack his vehicle.Yee said the purpose of the video was to share his experience and to start a healthy discussion on the common problem in Malaysia.He told SAYS that he is still waiting for the police's decision on the matter. If he happens to be at fault, he said he will let the public know to serve as a lesson for everyone, including himself.

Yee apologises in a seven-minute long video.
Image via Yee Trino (Facebook)

While Yee waits on the police for an answer, one can search the answer online to find out who is really at fault in this case

According to AskLegal, both the person who double-parked and the person who damaged the other individual's vehicle are at fault.Citing a 2016 case, the person who intentionally or accidentally damages another person's vehicle can be charged Section 43(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987 for driving without care and attention.As for the person who double-parked, they are guilty of causing an obstruction or undue inconvenience to other road users. It is an offence under Section 48(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987.So the solution? The police said members of the public should never take laws into their own hands, and that the best solution is to call local council authorities or traffic police to tow the double-parked vehicle away.

Image via Astro Awani

Watch the video of Yee confronting the uncle here and his apology video here.

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Ekoran Enggan Tulis "Happy Valentine's Day" Pada Barang, Pembeli Berang & Tularkan Penjual

Sambutan Hari Kekasih atau Valentine's Day tetap disambut oleh segelintir orang Islam walaupun hukumnya adalah haram

Ini kerana perayaan tersebut mempunyai unsur-unsur Kristian dan amalannya bercampur dengan perbuatan maksiat yang mana dilarang dalam Islam.

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Hal ini bagaimanapun tidak diendah oleh segelintir orang Islam yang merasakan bahawa mereka hanya meraikan 14 Februari sebagai hari yang bertemakan cinta yang mana ingin menunjukkan penghargaan mereka kepada orang yang dikasihi. Dan bagi mereka juga perkara itu tidak ada kena mengena dengan agama lain.

Seperti yang berlaku kepada seorang gadis ini yang ingin membeli sebuah hadiah menerusi laman Lazada kepada teman lelakinya

Ketika sedang melakukan proses pembelian hadiah tersebut, gadis itu meminta agar penjual barang tersebut untuk menyertakan sekali ucapan Hari Kekasih dalam hadiahnya itu. Walau bagaimanapun, penjual terbabit terpaksa menolak permintaan gadis itu kerana ianya bertentangan dengan agama Islam.

Oleh kerana berang permintaannya ditolak, gadis itu bukan sahaja membatalkan pembeliannya bahkan mula menularkan respon penjual berkenaan dalam laman Twitter.

Image via Twitter

Image via Twitter

Image via Twitter

Ekoran tularnya tweet itu, rata-rata netizen yang tidak berpuas hati dengan tindakan gadis itu yang dianggap keterlaluan

Hanya kerana penjual itu merasakan ia melanggar kepercayaannya dan tidak mahu bersubahat, maka tidak perlulah sehingga menularkannya.Gadis itu bukan sahaja tidak boleh menerima teguran, tetapi dia juga bersikap kebudak-budakan dengan mendoakan yang tidak elok kepada penjual terbabit. Alasannya, laman Lazada merupakan tempat jual beli, bukan tempat berdakwah.

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Image via Twitter

Antara komen-komen netizen terhadap tindakan gadis itu:

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Image via Twitter.

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Sudah menjadi adat, apabila ada yang menentang, pasti akan ada juga yang menyokong

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Image via Twitter

Pendapat peribadi penulis, nak sambut Valentine's Day, ikut sukalah. Tapi janganlah marah bila ada orang yang tidak mahu sambut (atau subahat).

Penjual itu berhak untuk menolak kerana ianya bertentangan dengan kepercayaannya dan mahukan perniagaannya sentiada diredhai Allah SWT. Penjual itu pun sudah tegur secara baik dan secara peribadi. Maka tidak perlu sehingga menularkannya.

Memang beginikah dunia sekarang? Menyambut Valentine's Day dalam kalangan orang Islam itu dianggap normal, manakala menasihati pula dianggap salah?

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From Peeling Onions To Weaving Ketupats, M'sians Share How They're Raya Prepping This Year

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Raya Ramadan hampir tiba! How are your preparations coming along?

Remember last year's tiba-tiba Raya? :P It was a memorable celebration for sure, and this year we can't help but anticipate Aildilfitri as Ramadan approaches. While we fast during the holy month, we can also look ahead knowing that a grand, fun-filled celebration with our loved ones awaits us. However, there's always much to plan before the fasting month ends. And while celebrating Raya is already exciting, some of the best memories are made when we band together and plan the festivities together. <3

In collaboration with McDonald's, we asked Malaysians to share how they're preparing for Raya during Ramadan this year!
Here's what they said:

1. "Like always, me and my siblings are gonna head to Jalan TAR to get our baju Raya"

Image used for illustration purposes only.
Image via New Straits Times

"Of course, our outfits are usually matchy-matchy, and if we're lucky, the boutique we head to will have the same colour for different types of baju. Though most of the time, we'd be completely spent by the end of the day since we're fasting."- Sarah, 20

2. "We will make ketupat from scratch by weaving the coconut leaves together"

Image via Shahid (Provided to SAYS)

"Since we only weave the leaves once a year, we always need to watch a tutorial while doing it. We would usually anyam them during the last two weeks of Ramadan, and sometimes we'd compete against each other to see who would make the most. I am usually the most useless and will end up having one successful ketupat weaved. The rest of the ketupats would either have too many holes or not have its iconic diamond shape."We would fill the ketupat leaves with uncooked rice (about one third) and let it boil for many hours. We would make lots of ketupat and keep them in the fridge. They usually last about a month."- Shahid, 26

3. "In the past, my late uncle took charge of planning our Raya celebration, but this year, my mum is in charge"

Image via Nadia (Provided to SAYS)

"My late uncle would include an open day for orphans and underprivileged members of the community. This year, my mother has taken the responsibility of planning our itinerary for the festivities and menu, even arranging for caterers. We've discussed the theme for this year's Raya, purchased new clothing, and booked flights for everyone, as we'll be staying in Sarawak for more than a week. "We're also excited to plan some fun family activities. As Raya is a significant time for our family to come together, we recognise the importance of preparing well in advance."- Nadia, 30

4. "I have a veryyy long list of chores I need to do during Ramadan, and it involves cleaning up my ancestral home that hasn't been occupied for a year"

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Image via SAYS

"First off, I need to repair parts of the wooden house that's been infested with termites, and fix the flickering lights. Then comes decorations, where I place candles on the fence so the kids can see while playing firecrackers at night. I prepare some games we play with the family, lately it's been card games such as daun terup, Uno, and The Malaysian Dream. Plus, we must have extra mattresses and toto for everyone to sleep on."I also need to buy flowers before we visit our loved ones' graves. Then there's the usual planning of what to cook this year, my specialty is either pasta or rendang. And, accommodating those last-minute requests from single family members to hitch a ride back to the village."- Fatin Nadiah, 28

5. "On the final week of fasting, the whole family works in teams to get everything ready"

Image via Fifi Natasha (Provided to SAYS)

"We will usually start with our shopping mania. The grandkids will take the grandparents' measurements, and go baju Raya shopping. The uncles and aunties are always on grocery-shopping duty to ensure we have enough cooking ingredients for our delicious Raya dishes. "The toughest task of them all would be... onion peeling, since there's lots of onions and a lot of crying. On the last day of puasa, my grandmother and mother will cook the dishes, while the rest will help clean the house, put up the curtains, and run for any emergency errands, which is usually stocking up on ice cubes or last-minute kuih Raya."- Fifi Natasha, 29

6. "The eve of Raya Aidilfitri has always been the only time of the year when I'm in the kitchen"

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"I always avoid the kitchen and consider myself the least talented among my sisters when it comes to cooking. Since I was a child, my mother will make sure all her daughters (I have two other sisters) come together to prepare all the Raya food. My mum is a great cook, and she always nagged us about ensuring this tradition goes on, especially when all her daughters are workaholics (and tend to order food deliveries whenever we can)."I've always been in charge of the beef rendang for many years. It was tough to cook but most of my guests complimented my rendang. But if you asked me to cook them again for any other occasion, I can assure you that I'm clueless about the recipe. All I remember is my mum's shouting and nagging and asking me to 'put this, put that' in the background during my once-a-year cooking feast."Nevertheless, Raya is a fruitful occasion for me and my family. That is the time when we will dress up in matching colours, ask for each other's forgiveness, and catch up on the latest family gossip, as most of us are constantly busy with our lives."- Aamelia Termizi, 34

7. "We always make our own kuih Raya, such as peanut butter cookies and jam tarts"

Image via Qistina (Provided to SAYS)

"For our peanut butter cookies, my mum will make the batter, and make us roll them into round shapes, and dab a lil' egg yolk on top before adding it to the tray to be baked. And for our pineapple tarts, we'd make two types. One of them is the flower-shaped ones with a ball of pineapple jam in the middle, while the other is a ball of pineapple jam enveloped in batter, and we'd used a tiny pair of scissors to 'sculpt' the tart to make it look like a pineapple. "Our mum would always tell us to make them early in the morning, but we'd procrastinate and make them in the evening, close to buka puasa. By the time they were freshly baked, the smell would entice us during Maghrib. It was a miracle we didn't gobble them all up before Raya came along." - Qistina, 25

With Ramadan nearly upon us, it won't be long before we have to start preparing for Raya too. So, #JanganTungguLamaLama and get started as soon as you can!
This year, McDonald's wants to encourage everyone to #AdakanMasa with their loved ones during this blessed month.

Making time for your family and friends helps you become closer to one another. It can be easy to forget that a little effort goes a long way, and part of that effort involves spending the time we have doing the simplest things together.

This is a timely reminder for everyone, and it also happens to be the key message in McDonald's Ramadan short film, #JanganTungguLamaLama!
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The story revolves around the titular character, Ali, who tries to ensure he's better prepared for Ramadan this year. From bringing his father to the masjid for tarawih prayers to moreh with his besties, he starts doing everything he missed out on last year's Ramadan. We should all take a page from Ali's book and prioritise the small things that will make a difference to our loved ones before it is too late. As the song in the film goes, 'Jangan tunggu lama-lama, nanti lama-lama, kita habis puasa'. :')

And of course, as with every Raya season, McDonald's most coveted seasonal menu item, the Foldover, is making a comeback along with some other delectable meals and treats!

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In case you haven't noticed, the Chicken and Beef Foldovers are back on the menu y'all! Confirm all Malaysians have been waiting all year for this meal to come back, so now's your chance to finally buka puasa with some warm and toasty Foldovers!Whichever choice of protein you decide on, you can once again bite into two succulent patties, complemented by crispy lettuce, onion, tomato, and garlic mayo, all wrapped in a delicious flatbread.

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That's not all you can enjoy, as their Ramadan menu lineup also includes Nasi Lemak with Creamy Butter Chicken, and sweet desserts such as Caramel Cream Cheese Pie and Mango McFlurry. Are you salivating yet? :DCreamy, savoury, and oh-so-yummy, the Malaysian-style creamy butter chicken is sure to be a crowd pleaser. And juicy mangos combined with McDonald's McFlurry? Mmm, yes, please! Both perfect for tucking into after a day of fasting, hehe.

Psst, if you head to McDonald's Drive-Thru during Ramadan, you'll be met with a 'flashy' surprise ;)

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You'll find Drive-Thrus at these 12 McDonald’s outlets decked out in festive lights, to meriahkan lagi your drive-thru experience!Here's where you can find them:Central area- McDonald's Danau Kota Drive-Thru- McDonald's Pantai Sentral Park Drive-Thru- McDonald's Bangi Drive-Thru- McDonald's Putrajaya Drive-Thru- McDonald's Shah Alam S3 Drive-ThruSouthern area- McDonald's Tampin Drive-Thru- McDonald's Muar Drive-Thru- McDonald's Educity Drive-Thru- McDonald's Kuantan Drive-ThruNorthern area- McDonald's Amanjaya Drive-Thru- McDonald's Kangar Drive-Thru- McDonald's Kubang Kerian Drive-Thru

McDonald's Foldovers and other yummy Ramadan menu items are now available! Visit your nearest McDonald's Drive-Thru or head over to their website to order them today.


Penang State, Kelantan MIC, MCA Voice Their Stand On Hudud

The Penang State Government Has Announced Its Objection Against Any Move To Implement The Hudud Laws

Penang Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng on Thursday said the DAP-led state government rejected any move to implement PAS’ hudud.

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Penang Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng Says The Pakatan Rakyat State Government Does Not Agree With The Implementation Of Hudud In Penang

Penang Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng Says The Pakatan Rakyat State Government Does Not Agree With Any Implementation Of Hudud Law In Penang.
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"I want to express that the Pakatan Rakyat state government does not agree with any implementation of hudud law in Penang. I am saying this not only as a DAP leader but also as Penang chief minister, and that is the state government's stand."

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Lim Also Urged Penang State Barisan Nasional Chairman To State Its Position On Hudud

He said the state government's stand was clear; that it rejected PAS’ hudud and he also urged state Barisan Nasional chairman Teng Chang Yeow to state its position on hudud in Penang.

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In Kelantan, MIC President Datuk Seri G. Palanivel Has Also Voiced His Objection Against The Private Members' Bill To Enforce Hudud Laws In The State

Datuk Seri G. Palanivel today has put the bulk of the burden on DAP to stop PAS from tabling the controversial hudud bill in Parliament.
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MIC has set its foot against supporting the Private Members' Bill to enforce hudud laws in Kelantan. Its president  Datuk Seri G. Palanivel said, this is because it is against the spirit of the Federal Constitution.

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"Implementation Of Hudud In Kelantan Will Create Two Separate Criminal Legal Systems In The Country, One For Muslims And One For The Non-Muslims."

"Implementation of hudud in Kelantan will create two separate criminal legal systems in the country, one for Muslims and one for the non-Muslims." “This will run foul of Article 8 (1) of the Federal constitution which guarantees that all persons are equal before the law and entitled to equal protection of the law,” he said in a statement.

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Palanivel said in a multi-cultural and multi-religious Malaysia, two separate legal systems will further drive its citizens apart. He said that two separate legal systems will also produce conflict over jurisdiction and punishment.

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"MIC respects Islam and recognises it as the religion of the federation. (However) two separate legal systems will inevitably, produce conflict over jurisdiction and punishment. "This is because the hudud bill runs counter to the letter and spirit of our Federal Constitution," said Palanivel.

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MIC Says It Is Up To DAP To Go All Out And Stop PAS From Tabling The Controversial Hudud Bill In June

PAS president Datuk Seri Abdul Hadi Awang.
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MIC today said that the onus was now on DAP to stop its Pakatan Rakyat (PR) ally, PAS, from tabling the controversial hudud bill. “DAP must fulfill its election promise that it will oppose hudud.

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“DAP garnered the votes from non-Muslims for PAS in the last two general elections by deceiving them (non-Muslims) into believing that PAS will not implement Hudud,” he said in a statement after chairing the party’s Green Technology and Environmental Committee meeting at the MIC headquarters here today.

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He added that instead of merely denouncing its support for PAS’ intention, DAP must go all out to stop its party comrade from tabling the bill.

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Meanwhile, MCA Has Voiced Its Intention To Leave Barisan Nasional Should UMNO Decide To Support The Hudud Law

MCA deputy president Datuk Dr Wee Ka Siong speaking at a forum on hudud at the Karangkraf in Shah Alam, May 7, 2014.
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MCA deputy president Datuk Dr Wee Ka Siong said today that the party might have to discuss its future in the Barisan Nasional (BN) coalition should Umno supports PAS’ implementation of hudud in Kelantan.

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Even though the offer for PAS to propose two private member’s bills to allow hudud in Kelantan came from Umno’s Datuk Seri Jamil Khir Baharom, Wee insisted that the controversial Islamic penal law has still not received consensus from the ruling coalition.

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“If that happens, then time has come for us to discuss our position in BN,” Wee told a forum on hudud here. “If we don’t have a consensus anymore, then why should we stay in the same platform?”

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On 25 April 2014, Prime Minister Najib Was Quoted Saying The Government Has Never Rejected The Implementation Of Hudud

                Najib Says Putrajaya Never Rejected The Implementation Of Hudud

Prime Minister Najib Tun Razak shows his support for the controversial Hudud law.

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