Does Putting Your Wet Phone In Uncooked Rice Actually Save Its Life?

You've probably heard that the best way to prevent water damage to your phone is to put it into a container of rice, right?

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The rice trick has endured over the years because it makes perfect sense - rice absorbs water and absorbing water is key to saving a wet phone

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But does it actually work? According to tech site Gazelle.com, rice isn't the most effective among common household materials

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Six common household materials were tested to see which could absorb the most water from a wet sponge in 24 hours. The items were, couscous (pearl), classic rolled oatmeal, instant oatmeal, silica gel (crystal kitty litter) and uncooked rice.Dry, uncooked conventional rice was the worst of the six options tested. It absorbed the least water in 24 hours, losing out to silica gel, cat litter, couscous, instant oatmeal and classic oatmeal.

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The tech site suggested focusing more on draining out as much water from the phone. Drying agents like rice should only be used to absorb the last few drops of moisture.

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Focus on shaking, blowing, or vacuuming as much water out of the phone as you can before trying to dry out your device. You should only rely on drying agents such as silica gel or rice to absorb the last few drops of residual moisture.Once you’ve gotten as much water as possible out, silica gel or uncooked rice may be helpful, but only if you use a large quantity. We’d suggest at least 4 cups, and a container that’s at least 1-2 quarts. Leaving your phone in the open air, (perhaps with a fan for better air circulation) works just as well.

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Another tech website The Verge experimented with the rice trick as well. While the wet iPhone they used managed to boot up successfully, it became sluggish and unresponsive a few weeks later.

"Twenty-four hours after I placed my phone into the box of rice, I pulled it out, charged it up, and hit the power button. I was stunned: the screen lit up, and asked me to re-enter my Apple ID. I did, and the entire system booted up flawlessly: the camera worked, as did the microphone and the speaker. Under the screen, I could see pockets of moisture;  eventually, most of them evaporated," said Zelenko from The Verge.

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"But two weeks later, my phone became sluggish, unresponsive. Then, one evening, it stopped receiving a signal entirely, the word "Searching…" permanently tattooed in the upper left corner of the screen," Zelenko added.

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Ultimately, the rice trick may help in the short term, but once a phone gets wet corrosion can begin, leading to malfunctions at some point in the future

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Some third parties will claim they can repair water-damaged phones. While they may initially appear successful, their repairs may be short-lived too.

If you've drowned your phone and there's no getting it back, your best bet would be to purchase a new phone!

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Don't sigh just yet! Remember that your drowned device is probably still worth some good money, so trade that wet phone in and use the cash to pay for a new one. Just remember to be very careful next time, ok?

Have you used the rice trick to save your wet phone before? Let us know in the comments below!

Don't know what to do with your wet phone? Here are some suggestions:

                How To Revive Your Soaking Wet Phone In 8 Steps

Everyone's a little clumsy and sometimes accidents happens. Here are some steps to try and save your wet device!

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BUDGET 2015 REVISIONS: Extended Shopping Hours And Other Key Notes From Najib's Speech

1. Malaysia is not in a recession nor a crisis like in 1997/1998 and 2009, but proactive measures should still be taken to sustain development and economic growth

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The initial Budget 2015, tabled late last year with an expected expenditure of RM273.9bil against an expected revenue of RM235.2bil, was based on global oil prices of US$100 to US$105 per barrel. However, oil prices are currently trading below US$50 a barrel.The country is currently short of RM8.3 billion to sustain the initial Budget 2015. Budget deficit would have risen to 3.9% of GDP compared to the targeted 3%, if the Government does not come up with consolidation measures.Hence, the growth figure has been revised to 4.5% to 5.5% from the original 5% to 6%. The fiscal deficit forecast of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) has also been revised to 3.2% this year from the original 3%.

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2. The Government is taking measures to ensure strong economic growth based on the implementation of the following THREE strategies:

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FIRST STRATEGY: Ensuring Balanced, Inclusive and Sustainable Economic Growth

1.1 To boost exports of goods and services

			1. Import-substitution services e.g. shipping, port, education and professional services to be actively promoted to reduce dependence on foreign sources for goods and services.2. Implementating recommendations of National Export Council to:- Enable exporters, especially SMEs, to be connected to new clients in new markets under an international linkage programme using market linkers and industry specialists.- Intensify export promotion programmes in 46 countries covering Asia, Europe, the Middle East and the US.- SME Bank will introduce SME-Go, an export programme for SMEs.- Leverage the Services Export Fund (SEF) and promotional programmes for SMEs to enhance sustainability of projects abroad.3. Implementation of Logistics & Trade Facilitation to:- Improve last-mile connectivity to Port Klang including access road, railway network and traffic management system.                - Upgrade Padang Besar railway terminal.- Improve operational efficiency of import and export processes.- Establish a hub and spoke system for air transport.4. Step up Malaysia's tourism industry5. Review levy on foreign workers6. Free visa for tourists from, among others, China.

1.2 To enhance private consumption

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			1. Priority to be given to local class G1 (class F), G2 (class E) and G3 (class D) contractors registered with CIDB to undertake reconstruction works in their respective flood affected areas.2. Increase promotion of local products.3. Increase frequency of nationwide mega sales and extend shopping hours.4. Promote domestic tourism through competitive domestic air fares.5. Private sectors are encourages to leverage benefits from the establishment of the ASEAN Economic Community.

1.3 To accelerate private investment

			1. A Services Sector Guarantee Scheme to be set up, amounting to RM5 billion for SMEs in the services sector, with maximum financing of RM5 million and 70% Government guarantee.2. GLCs and GLICs encourages to invest domestically.3. Costs of doing business to be reduced i.e. scheduled electricity tariff hike in June 2015 and schedules gas price hike to be postponed.4. Allocation of 30% of the annual procurement budget of Government agencies and GLCs for goods and services to local SME producers.5. Local goods and services in Government procurement to be increased.

SECOND STRATEGY: Continue Fiscal Reforms And Consolidation

2.1 Revenue enhancement

			1. Encouraging companies to register with the Royal Malaysian Customes to enable them to charge and collect GST in order to broaden the tax base. This measure is expected to contribute an additional RM1 billion in GST collection.2.  Attaining additional dividends from GLCs and GLICs as well as other Government entities amounting to RM400 million.

2.2 Expenditure rationalisation and budget cut measures

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			1. Outlays on supplies and services, especially overseas travel, events and functions and use of professional services to be optimised, resulting in savings of RM1.6 billion.2. Program Latihan Khidmat Negara (PLKN) or National Service (NS) to be put on hold for 2015 to provide for further reviews and enhancements, saving up to RM400 million. 3. Transfers and grants to statutory bodies, GLCs and Government Trust Funds to be reviewed, resulting in savings of RM3.2 billion.4. Purchase of non-critical assets e.g. office equipment, software and vehicles to be rescheduled, with expected savings of RM300 million.

THIRD: Provide Assistance To The Rakyat And Business Community To Rebuild Infrastructure Damaged By Floods

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Allocation of funds for welfare of flood victims and infrastructure repair

The recent floods have affected more than 400,000 people nationwide, with the latest estimate of damage to infrastructure amounting to about RM2.9 billion. An initial allocation of RM500 million has been provided by the Government to provide for rehabiliation works and welfare programmes for flood victims in addition to the existing funds allocate by the National Security Council, bringing the total to RM787 million. In addition the Government has also adopted the following measures:1. Allocating RM800 million for repair and reconstruction of basic infrastructure such as schools, hospitals, roads and bridges.2. Providing RM893 million for flood mitigation projects.3. Building 8-ft stilt houses for those who have land and whose homes were damaged by the floods.4. Handing over 1,000 units of completed low-cost houses in Gua Musang.5. Providing RM500 per flood affected household and RM5,000 for the next-of-kin who have lost family members.

Assistance for businesses affected by floods

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			1. TEKUN and AIM to be provided an additional RM100 million each to provide soft loans to support SMEs and microenterprises.2. BSN, Agrobank, SME Bank, TEKUN and AIM will defer existing loan repayments for up to six months. 3. Bank Negara Malaysia will establish a special Relief Facility for SME loan financing at a concessionary rate of 2.25% with a grace period of up to six months through banking and development financial institutions.4. Bank Rakyat will offer a personal loan scheme of up to RM50,000 at a financing rate as low as 3.9%. Loan repayments will start six months from loan disbursement. 5. RM500 million will be provided by financial institutions with a 70% guarantee under a Flood Relief Loan Guarantee Scheme (Skim Jaminan Pinjaman Bantuan Banjir) (SJPBB). The Scheme will be administered by Prokhas.6. Exempt levy payment to the Human Resources Development Fund (HRDF) for a period of six months for SMEs in the flood affected areas with effect from 1 February 2015.

3. The current account balance is expected to remain in surplus this year.

The shortfall in commodity receipts is expected to be cushioned by increased demand for manufactured goods, such as electrical and electronic products, wood-based products, textile products and others, which account for 76% of total exports. Meanwhile, crude oil exports account for only 4.5% of total exports.  Therefore, the Government is confident that the current account will remain in surplus this year, although smaller in the range of 2% to 3% of Gross National Income or GNI. In 2014, the current account balance is estimated to record a surplus at 5.1% of GNI.

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4. Financial markets remain orderly and resilient. Although the ringgit has depreciated, it is expected to stabilise over time to reflect the strong economic fundamentals.

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The Ringgit has fallen some 13.5% since August 2014 to 3.5715 against the US dollar, and is the worst-hit currency in Asia due to plunging crude oil prices. Noting that fluctuations in the value of the Ringgit is influenced by the global economic state, the Ringgit is not the only currency to have weakened against the US dollar.

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However, there has been no disruption to financial intermediation, with lending activities continuing smoothly. Businesses continue to have access to financing from banking institutions and the capital market. In essence, greater policy flexibility, adequate international reserves, deeper and more diversified financial markets, sound banking system and strong domestic institutional investors such as the Employees Provident Fund will increase resilience to volatile capital flows.

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5. Development expenditure of RM48.5 billion for 2015 will be maintained and spent.

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This includes projects to drive the people economy as was set in Budget 2015 such as public housing, flood mitigation, water supply, electricity and public transport infrastructure. Big ticket projects such as MRT Line 2, LRT 3, and the High-Speed Rail from Kuala Lumpur to Singapore will also continue. The Eleventh Malaysia Plan (11MP) will be tabled in May this year to outline the country's development expenditure up until year 2020.

6. Operating expenditure is expected to be reduced by RM5.5 billion through reprioritising expenditure.

A reduction of RM5.5 billion from the original amount of RM223.4 billion is for Operating Expenditure, to prioritise only “necessary” expenditures, as outlined in the second strategy.

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"Rich & Ridiculous" — Private Kindy Kid Gets Birthday Invite Requiring Present Worth RM400

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All parents can relate to knowing what it's like to want the best for their kids.
While working hard to get them the finer things in life is a no-brainer, not every privilege received comes without its own problems.

A recent confession by an unnamed mother to a Taiwanese blogging website, 爆料公社, showed just some of her personal struggles while trying to find a better opportunity for her daughter.Titling her experience "Kindergarten from hell", the mother opens her post detailing how she and her husband have worked very hard to get their child into a private and prestigious kindergarten. While they were thrilled about her acceptance, it was clear from the start that they weren't like other parents who sent their children to the same kindy."Most parents drive big cars to pick their children, but I've been using a motorcycle for more than 10 years. I don't make a habit of letting my daughter wear well-known clothing brands, either," she wrote.Reaching a boiling point, the mother stated that problems cropped up when teachers at the kindy started treating her daughter differently, picking up on their less than luxurious spending habits through observing her clothes alone.

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However, the issue was eventually nipped in the bud — though another concerning matter sprouted up soon enough.

Shortly after, things started to look positive when the confessor stated how her daughter got her first birthday invite from a classmate — until they read it

According to the mother, the invitation card had an itinerary of requests for attending the party. However, two of them were the most incomprehensible to her: 1. Bring a gift that is worth at least TWD3,000 (approximately RM430).2. Bring a serving of natural snacks without additives, purchase it from a specific store.Shocked by the memo, the mother was in disbelief over what to do. "A small gift of under RM430?! How much money should I spend so it doesn't look rude? Wouldn't it be ridiculously exaggerated to purchase a child's gift worth RM430?" she penned.

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"I understand buying healthy snacks, but when I went to the store listed on the invite, I almost vomited blood looking at the price of the items"

Staying true to her values, the mother explained how she was at odds over letting her daughter go for the party at all."Although my husband earns enough for me to spend that much, it goes against what I believe, I really don't want to buy these things. But my daughter really wants to go, as the invites were exclusive... not all her classmates received one."Seeking advice from her husband, he stated that their daughter should go for the party. "He said that it's okay to attend these things once in awhile. Nonetheless, when I was a child, I was aware that the world didn't revolve around me, and I don't want that value to collapse for her."

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Ending her post, the mother added that her daughter will be returning the reply slip soon, and that she'll have to make some decisions after this."The clerk at the snack shop called and told me that if I don't make the final order today, I won't be able to receive it in time, saying other mothers have already place their orders. Even that made me hesitate."Isn't kindergarten supposed to be about having fun and learning new things? How did it all get so complicated?" she concluded.

Aiming to give their own takes, a few people took to the comments section and gave the mother some counsel

"You can't compare when it comes to kids. If children start developing the wrong outlook on life, it won't be good," opined one person.Another person mentioned how, while the topic surrounds the discussion of a child's birthday party, the vanity of the adults was the most terrifying part.

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Seeking some clarity, another user asked the mother, "Isn't it you who let her into that circle anyways?"Offering their take, one more user said that they should all, collectively, lower their standards for the sake of their kids. "I don't want my kid to be at the losing end. These parents themselves, through finances, power, and values, have already let their children down."

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Nonetheless, one of the most fruitful comments came from a user who wrote how tangible items are only things at the end of the day, and that children are more valuable."Things can be bought, used, and disposed off with money. But once a child learns the wrong thing and misjudge their values, it'll be very difficult to get them back on track once again."

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While these parents are spending luxuriously on their daughter, another father was criticised for not doing enough for his young son's birthday:

                "You're So Cheap" — Father Slammed For Not Spending Enough On His Son's Birthday

"If it is so difficult, you shouldn't have had him."

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One mother went on national television to beg her jobless and single daughter to stop lazing around with no future prospects:

                "Get A Job & Get A Man" — Mother Goes On TV Seeking Help For Single Daughter With 6 Cats

According to the mother, she is very worried for her 38-year-old 'parasite single' daughter.

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Woman Spent RM6,000 On Double Eyelid Surgery For Her Cat Because It "Had Ugly Eyes"

A woman from Nanjing in east China's Jiangsu province took her cat for plastic surgery because she didn't like the shape of its eyes

The cat's owner spent 10,000 yuan (approximately 6,085 ringgit) for a double-eyelid operation, also known as Asian blepharoplasty, where a crease was added to the cat's eyelids.According to a report in Daily Mail, vets in China made a cut on each of the cat's eyelid with a scalpel after the owner deemed its eyes were "too ugly".

The incident came to light on Wednesday after images of the area around the cat's eyes were shown on a Jiangsu Television report

While the procedure is common among dog owners who want their pets to participate in shows, the surgery on the woman's cat wasn't as successful as expected.Images released by the local television station showed the poor cat with a line of stitches visible under each eye, with the area around them significantly red and swollen.

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A 'frivolous procedure'

The Daily Mail report did not say where exactly the surgery was carried out.However, an employee at the Rupeng Pet Hospital, which provides such double-eyelid surgeries for pets, was quoted saying that cats might be at risk as they are "resilient animals" when it comes to anaesthesia which can create a lot of discomfort for them.Additionally, an unnamed female veterinarian at a different hospital called double-eyelid surgeries on pets a "frivolous procedure", reported Daily Mail."We would never agree to put cats and dogs under the knife unless they are sick and needed the procedure for health reasons," the female vet added.Wendy Higgins, director of international media at Humane Society International, too echoed the views about health risk where an animal is anaesthetised."Subjecting a cat to that risk as well as all the associated discomfort and fear, in the name of non-essential surgery for human vanity is certainly irresponsible and not in the best welfare interests of the cat. All animals are beautiful, in whatever shape or size they come in, and their visual imperfections only give them more character. Surgically altering our pets for purely cosmetic reasons is not kind or wise," the director of international media explained to Daily Mail.

The Rupeng Pet Hospital employee being interview by Jiangsu Television reporters.
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The cat's owner has since been slammed online

Angry social media users heavily criticised the woman's intentions."It doesn't even look like the same cat anymore. This is plain torture," one user commented on Chinese microblogging site Weibo."I would go as far to say this is animal abuse - complete disregard of the poor cat's feelings," another user commented.

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UPDATE:

                Woman Who Spent RM6,000 On Her Cat's Surgery Actually Didn't Do It For Cosmetic Purposes

The surgery was for a medical condition to help the cat.

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Earlier in February, a Thai woman's dog suffered from an allergic reaction after its owner dyed its fur pink:

                A Dog's Ear Fell Off After Its Owner Dyed It Bright Pink

It was believed to have been caused by an allergic reaction.

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Ramai Puji Pasangan Pengantin Ini Bertukar Dulang Hantaran Barangan Kegunaan Rumah. Bijak!

Bila bercakap tentang hadiah hantaran, kita tahu barangan itu haruslah merupakan sesuatu yang boleh diguna pakai oleh pasangan pengantin dalam kehidupan harian

Selalunya untuk pengantin lelaki, akan diberikan barangan yang boleh dipakai seperti pakaian, dompet, jam tangan, dan kasut. Manakala untuk pengantin perempuan pula, ramai yang membayangkan perempuan idamkan pelbagai barangan solek dan produk penjagaan diri.

Gambar adalah sekadar hiasan.
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Kalau mempunyai duit lebih, ramai yang akan meminta barangan seperti gizmo dan gadget seperti telefon bimbit, komputer mahupun konsol PlayStation dan XBox untuk diberikan sebagai hadiah kepada pasangan masing-masing.

Tapi bukankah lebih menarik sekiranya hadiah hantaran itu merupakan barangan yang boleh digunakan oleh kedua-dua pasangan pengantin?

Baru-baru ini tular di sosial media gambar barangan hantaran dari sepasang pengantin yang ternyata jarang dilihat!

Siapa sangka, kedua pasangan pengantin tersebut memilih untuk menjadikan barangan hantaran mereka perkakasan dapur dan barangan elektrik rumah. Idea sebegini bukan sahaja unik dan jarang diihat bahkan merupakan satu idea yang sangat bernas. Manakan tidak, selesai sahaja majlis perkahwinan, pasangan ini tidak perlu lagi mengeluarkan duit untuk membeli kelengkapan rumah mereka.

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Gambar barangan hantaran tersebut telah dikongsikan oleh pengguna Twitter, Ayu Kurus, yang sebenarnya diambil melalui screenshot dari IG Story seorang jurumekap pengantin, @annawatiemakeupartist.Perkongsian ini telah berjaya menarik perhatian ramai dan mendapat lebih 9 ribu retweets lebih 6 ribu likes!

Rata-rata netizen berasa teruja dan meninggalkan reaksi mereka di ruangan komen:

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Dapat hadiah hantaran macam ini, malam itu terus masak sedap-sedap!

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"Murid-Murid Enjoy" - Cikgu Ajar Senamrobik Tetapi Versi Menari Tiktok Ini Jadi Perhatian

Follow kami di Telegram, jadi antara yang terawal untuk dapatkan berita dan artikel-artikel menarik di SAYS Seismik.

Senamrobik merupakan sejenis senaman berirama yang menggunakan muzik serta rentak kaki

Pihak sekolah akan menganjurkan aktiviti senamrobik pada hari tertentu supaya para pelajarnya kekal cergas dan bersemangat untuk menjalani pembelajaran.Kebiasaannya, ketua murid ataupun guru pendidikan jasmani yang akan mengetuai aktiviti senamrobik. Ramai murid menggemari aktiviti ini kerana ia sesuatu yang fun disamping dapat mencergaskan diri. Baru-baru ini, tular sebuah video di TikTok berkenaan aksi seorang guru yang mengajarkan murid-muridnya senamrobik versi lebih fun telah menarik perhatian ramai.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @avraaaaa0901 Ada lawan ka nih bosss??  #senamrobik #areyouokay #hariguru #mintalinktiberrr  Are You OK? - edit_2u

Ajar senamrobik versi menari TikTok, murid-murid pun  enjoy menari sekali

Menerusi video yang dimuat naik oleh @avraaaaa0901, kelihatan sedang berlangsungnya aktiviti senamrobik di sebuah sekolah yang tidak dikenal pasti.Seorang guru dilihat mengetuai aktiviti tersebut. Namun, apa yang menarik perhatian ramai adalah apabila senaman yang diajarkan oleh guru tersebut merupakan step tarian di TikTok. Lebih menarik, murid-murid di situ juga nampak sangat enjoy ikut menari tarian yang diajarkan oleh guru mereka itu. Difahamkan, guru tersebut membuat senamrobik versi menari TikTok kerana bersempena sambutan Hari Guru.

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"Yang penting murid-murid enjoy kan cikgu? Kita buat senaman versi TikTok" - Netizen

Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video berkenaan telah mendapat 928.5K views, 43.1K likes dan 1105 shares di TikTok.Rata-rata netizen turut seronok melihat guru dan murid-murid tersebut enjoy membuat aktiviti senamrobik versi tarian TikTok itu.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Seronoknya tengok! Tiba-tiba rasa macam nak jadi budak sekolah balik :D

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Ever Wondered What Happens On A Cruise? These Malaysians Share Their Epic Holiday Stories

1. You could wake up in a different country every day

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The best part about being on a cruise is that every morning you wake up in a different location. Just imagine, we stopped at Penang for the day and went on a massive foodie trail, satisfying all our cravings. Got back to the ship in the evening to chill and enjoy the night time entertainment. Then slept like a baby in the most comfortable room. When we woke up in the morning, we were in Phuket! You’re essentially on a floating hotel that brings you to your next destination every day. The best.- Ashley, 22.

2. It's a great place to chill and unwind

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My cruise ship experience was super relaxing. I spent a lot of my time in the ship library, curled up in a comfy chair, either reading a book or doing stuff online. Oh yeah! Some cruise ships have WiFi! I didn't know. Lol.- Caroline, 23.

3. There are loads of activities onboard the ship

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To be honest I thought that a cruise would be boring. I did not expect there to be so many activities onboard, throughout the day… and night! From dance classes to archery competitions, rock climbing, basketball courts, and obstacles courses… the entertainment was non-stop. It’s basically impossible to get bored on a cruise or run out of things to do. - Sarah, 23.

4. The parties and nightlife are lit

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I was actually on a cruise for work so wasn't expecting much. But it became "The Trip" that me and my colleagues still talk about. The nightlife was insaaane! From loads of shows to parties, drinks, cocktails... We would be up all night dancing and hanging out on deck, then watch the sunrise over the water. Crazy, crazy, awesome trip.- Bala, 26.

5. You haven't really experienced water slides until you've been on a cruise

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Did you know there are huge water slides on cruise ships?! I had no idea! I went on a cruise with my family and there were several water slides that twist and turn on the deck. You're zooming down while looking out at sea!- Rayyan, 20.

6. You could get lucky at the casino

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I went into the casino on the cruise ship just to look around. Someone was on a hot, winning streak at the Blackjack table. Without thinking I said, "Wah, doing quite good ah?" Everyone stared at me and I was like "Oh no!" and walked away quickly. I don't know if you believe in these things but yeah, he lost the next round after that. Sorry uncle! I made some money though, so I guess I took some of his luck :P- Vee, 26.

7. It's a great way to meet awesome people

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I am really shy. It's just very hard for me to talk to people. I always freeze and end up saying super awkward things. Anyway, I went on a cruise with family and there was just so much to do onboard. You kinda get to know your neighbours because you see them at breakfast, then on deck, then at shows etc. So it became really easy to "break the ice" because we'd just be in the middle of a crazy activity together. Talking, laughing, and making friends became easy because we're all doing the same thing. It was such a fun holiday, and I made friends that I still talk to today!- Emily, 25.

8. It can be super romantic too

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My honeymoon was on a cruise! It was wonderful. Our suite was huge and had a personal hot tub. The view was spectacular. There were loads of restaurants to choose from and the food was really just so good! Being at sea just felt so romantic. We loved every second of it!- Jun, 29.


McDonald's Singapore Just Introduced Nasi Lemak Burger And It Looks Pretty Damn Delicious

OMG, we might just book a flight to Singapore for this!
In celebration of their National Day, McDonald's Singapore launched a special menu inspired by local favourites. The star of the pick - NASI LEMAK BURGER.

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Sandwiched between a semolina bun is a juicy thigh patty infused with coconut flavour and coated with a crispy crust of cornflakes, topped off with fresh cucumber, a fried egg, caramelised onions, and of course, sambal sauce

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Yeah, we were hoping it'd be a nasi bun too. :p

Even the box is so niceeee...! "Just for you, Singapore." And none for you, Malaysia. :'(

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In addition to the nasi lemak burger, the new menu also features several new desserts and drinks, such as Cendol McFlurry, Pandan Coco Frappé, and Kueh Salat Cake

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Over at the Dessert Kiosk is the Cendol McFlurry, made of vanilla soft serve with Gula Melaka and cendol jelly bits mixed in. Then, head over to the McCafé counter for a Kueh Salat Cake (pandan sponge cake with a glutinous rice layer in the middle) and Pandan Coco Frappé (ice blended concoction of coconut and pandan flavours with grass jelly bits) to wash it down.   The new menu will also feature Coconut Pie, Bandung McFizz, Cendol Melaka Cone, Cendol Melaka Twist (cendol and vanilla soft serve), and Cendol Melaka Chococone (cendol soft serve coated in chocolate), which we've had in Malaysia before at some point.

Clockwise, from top left: Cendol McFlurry, Coconut Pie, Kueh Salat Cake, Cendol Melaka Chococone, Cendol Melaka Twist, and Cendol Melaka Cone.
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The new menu will be made available to the public from 13 July onwards, so make sure you try out the Nasi Lemak Burger if you're in Singapore!


Najib Dan Rosmah Guna RM1 Juta Dana 1MDB Untuk Beli Produk Anti-Penuaan?

Dalam satu artikel yang diterbitkan hari ini, Sarawak Report mendakwa Najib dan Rosmah menggunakan dana dari anak syarikat 1MDB untuk membeli produk anti-penuaan dari USA

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Memetik dokumen bocor daripada Suruhanjaya Pencegahan Rasuah Malaysia (SPRM) dalam siasatan 1MDB, laman web itu mendakwa Najib dan isterinya telah menyalahgunakan lebih RM1.154 juta dana dari SRC International - anak syarikat 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) - untuk membeli produk anti-penuaan berasaskan hormon dari Amerika Syarikat.

Menurut laporan, sebuah cek bernilai RM1.154 juta telah dihantar kepada Datuk Sidiq Bin Mohammed pada 4 Februari 2015 untuk pembelian DUA set ubat bernilai USD159,000 (RM577,000) setiap satu

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Apabila ditanya, Datuk Sidiq berkata cek tersebut dihantar bagi tujuan “pembelian 2 set ubat jenis Plantserum External Apllication Food based GH-9 Honey Softgel dan Food GH-9 Honey Soft Gel pada harga USD159,000 setiap satu set untuk kegunaan B1 dan isteri”

Kejap, siapakah "B1 dan isteri"? Sarawak Report percaya bahawa ia merujuk kepada Najib dan Rosmah selepas merujuk kepada kerja-kerja pembinaan di alamat yang diketahui milik mereka.

Salah satunya, laman web itu memaparkan sekeping cek bernilai RM100,000 diberikan kepada ABS Trend Master Sdn. Bhd. melalui akaun AmIslamic Bank pada 16 Februari 2016.

Image via Sarawak Report

Berdasarkan salinan fotokopi yang dipaparkan, bayaran itu bertujuan untuk “Kerja-kerja pembinaan satu unit pondok polis (dengan bilik mandi dan cabinet), satu tempat pembuangan sampah konkirt dan satu bilik serbaguna (dengan bilik mandi dan cabinet) di rumah B1 No 11 Jalan Langgak Duta Taman Duta KL”

Datuk Sidiq pula dikenalpasti sebagai Naib Presiden Society for the Advancement of Hormones and Healthy Aging Medicine Malaysia (SAHAMM)

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SAHAMM yang ditubuhkan pada tahun 2010 oleh "sekumpulan doktor yang mempunyai semangat ke arah kesihatan dan perubatan penuaan" merupakan sebuah organisasi yang bertujuan untuk "menggalakkan kemajuan dalam perubatan anti-penuaan dan perubatan pencegahan".

Berbalik semula kepada ubat bernilai RM577,000, agak-agak supplement apa yang mahal sangat tu?
Ia dipercayai merupakan hormon GH-9 atau nama sebenarnya 'Growth Factor 9', satu produk anti-penuaan yang dikatakan sangat popular dikalangan golongan kaya dan elit.

Image via Sarawak Report

Dihasilkan oleh Novex Biotech, 'Growth Factor-9' biasanya digunakan sebagai pemangkin kepada rembesan HGH (Human Growth Hormone) dalam badan dengan matlamat utama untuk meningkatkan prestasi fizikal. Pada masa yang sama, ia juga menjadi pencetus kepada hormon anti-penuaan.Satu botol (120 kapsul) 'Growth Factor 9' berharga US99.99. Bermakna, nilai USD159,000 adalah bersamaan kira-kira 1,590 botol.

Penyiasat 1MDB juga menemui satu lagi supplement dengan nama yang hampir sama iaitu Madu GH-9 berasaskan tumbuhan 100% yang turut mempunyai manfaat anti-penuaan

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Menurut pada bahagian penerangan produk, Madu GH-9 adalah "makanan tambahan bagi merangsang badan manusia untuk mengekalkan kemudaan, tenaga dan daya hidup".Ia juga dikatakan mempunyai keupayaan untuk memberikan pengguna peningkatan tenaga, otot yang lebih baik, meningkatkan fungsi dan prestasi seksual, dan memperbaiki penghadaman dan penglihatan.Laporan penuh di sini.

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[SHARE] Moving Ways In Which MH370 Has United Citizens All Over The World

Over at IBM, colleagues of IBM executive Philip Wood (among 3 Americans onboard missing MH370) folded paper cranes for his desk at work

Philip Wood's desk at IBM.
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In Birmingham, Malaysian students showed support for the family members of flight MH370 passengers outside the NIA

'Malaysian students at Birmingham give support towards the family members of flight #MH370 passengers.'
Image via @MH370flight/Twitter

These kids held special prayers during Monday assembly at SJK(T) Sithambaram Pillay

'Special prayers for d MH 370 flight to return safely - by SJK(T) SITHAMBARAM PILLAY during monday assembly'
Image via MH370 News Update Facebook

While artists expressed their support in the form of art over in Taiping

'The search for #MH370 continues as prayers continue to pour in from Malaysians. This one is from our friends in Taiping.'
Image via Open University Malaysia Facebook

'Return If Possible MH370.. Mural in taiping.. Thank for your prayer'
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This was how Malaysian football fans from Pahang showed their support for MH370

Football fans in Pahang show their support for MH370.
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On 10 March 2014, a group of "web-users who wanted to come together" gathered at Dataran Merdeka in a prayer meeting in support of the families of those on board MH370

'#PrayforMH370 @ Datran Merdeka, KL on 10Mac, 9pm.  Thank you for the prayer.'
Image via MH370 News Update

'#PrayforMH370 @ Datran Merdeka, KL on 10Mac, 9pm.  Thank you for the prayer.'
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The organiser of the event, Nixon Low Ling Fei, 36, said the gathering was originally just for a group of friends who wanted to collectively pray for the safety of the passengers but it grew to include more than 50 people.

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"We are just a bunch of web-users who wanted to come together to pray for the people on MH370,” the real estate negotiator said.

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“We thought to ourselves, why stay at home when we can come out and try to give some support to the people who have relatives on board MH 370. We stand with them, they are not alone.”

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Many lighted candles and folded paper cranes at Taman Jubli Perak, Sungai Petani, Kedah

'#PrayforMH370 @ Taman Jubli Perak,Sg Petani,Kedah 10Mac 9pm.'
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The management of Pavilion KL set up a wall of tribute for the crew members and passengers of MH370 - an idea that came from activist Datin Paduka Marina Mahathir

'Get a 'Card of Hope and Prayers for MH370', pen-down your messages and string it up on this board as a symbol of solidarity.'
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Pavilion wall tribute for missing MH370.
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Customers at Pavilion Shopping Mall writing down their hopes and prayers for those on board MH370.
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Joyce Yap, Retail CEO of Pavilion, told The Rakyat Post that the idea came from none other than activist Datin Paduka Marina Mahathir.

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“Marina has a good heart… She was the one who called us and gave us this idea,” said Yap, who immediately mobilised her team to realise Marina’s idea.

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Marina Mahathir on 10 March 2014, "Folks, at 4pm today Pavilion KL will be putting up a wall on which you can post your messages of support, hope, prayers etc to all onboard MH370 and their families. If you're downtown, please do go and post something. Am also working on getting other shopping centres to do the same."

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These messages of support were spotted at Taman Rekreasi Sultan Abdul Aziz, Ipoh (Padang Polo)

'At Taman Rekreasi Sultan Abdul Aziz, Ipoh (Padang Polo).'
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1M4U delivered a heartwarming message in sign language, "I also pray for the safety of the rescue members who are out there helping"

Many are sharing this incredible sand sculpture found on Puri Beach, India

'Incredible sand sculpture of MH370 at Puri Beach, India.'
Image via @MH370flight/Twitter

Food artist Lee Samantha prayed for the safe return of MH370

'MH370... I know you're somewhere out there n I pray for your safe return!'
Image via Lee Samantha

NBCUniversal cancelled a scheduled press conference for the E! News Asia Special Lisa Surihani out of respect for the missing MH370

E! News Asia Special Lisa Surihani.
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Antara acara yang ditangguhkan ialah E! News Asia Special; Lisa Surihani anjuran NBCUniversal yang dijadualkan akan berlangsung esok di Grand Hyatt Hotel, Kuala Lumpur jam 2.30 petang. Budiey ada menerima emel dari penganjur yang mengatakan acara ini terpaksa ditangguhkan buat sementara waktu.

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IM4U director Efny Johan said their press conference had the support of Media Prima but “after discussion with their management, it was agreed that focus should be given to MH370.”

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On 9 March 2014, a group of religious leaders gathered in KLIA to pray for MH370

'You are so important to us. You always have our blessing and support to be back to home safely. Today, we pray for you, pray for MH 370. (A group of Malaysia religious leaders gathered at KLIA to pray and share the concern to all MH 370 passengers and its family members ~~ 9/3/2014)'
Image via MH370 News Update Facebook

On 10 March 2014, prayers were held at TJ Mart in Johor Bahru

'Pray for MH370 @TJ Mart, Johor Bahru on 10Mac, 9pm.'
Image via Vincent Soh/MH370 News Update Facebook

'Pray for MH370 @TJ Mart, Johor Bahru on 10Mac, 9pm.'
Image via Vincent Soh/MH370 News Update Facebook

Many are also sharing this video titled "The Control Tower Is Calling: MH370 We Are Waiting"

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'May Allah ease our S&R mission'.
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'Pasukan Polis Marin Wilayah 3 bersedia untuk operasi mencari dan menyelamat MH370. Operasi tertumpu di kawasan perairan sempadan Malaysia Thailand sehingga ke kawasan JDA. (Joint development area). Ia susulan terdapat 3 laporan polis yang dibuat orang awam di Kota Bharu.'
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'The search for the missing #MH370 enters fourth day Let's hope and pray for the best Hope miracle will happen PLEASE COME BACK SAFELY because'
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'Thank you Gaza for your support towards #MH370 tragedy. #PrayForMH370.'
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'Thank you for the prayer'
Image via MH370 News Update Facebook

'Lord God, you who made the sea, air and land, please safeguard the lives and souls of the 239 people aboard this flight. May they be found safe, unharmed and alive, if it is your will. Amen.'
Image via Felix Chua/MH370 News Update Facebook

Prayers and support for the missing MH370.
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Prayers and support for the missing MH370.
Image via MH370 News Update Facebook

'Pray4MH370'.
Image via Facebook User Evy Evy

Shila Amzah, Wang Leehom, Ryan Giggs, Mary J Blige and more are also praying for MH370

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M'sian City Life #28: The Day I Started Believing In PDRM Again

It was a Friday afternoon on 15 July and everything seemed to be going well for Aaron Wong, who was on his way to withdraw some money from the bank

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He found the perfect parking spot right beside a mamak stall in a crowded area in TTDI (Taman Tun Dr Ismail), Kuala Lumpur. Although the 24-year-old had to wait for about an hour before he could proceed with the withdrawal, everything seemed to go on smoothly.  "After getting the money, I went back to my car. While I was using Waze to navigate to my office address in my car, I heard a sound — as if somebody pressed the back of my car," Aaron said.  He recalled turning his head back and seeing a guy walking away quickly from his car. Thinking that the incident was probably an accident, he didn't give much thought about it and ignored what happened.

The moment he drove out of the highway, he felt that something was amiss. Aaron noticed that there was a sound coming from the back of his car.

"Thinking it might be a case of punctured tyre, I stopped at the side of the highway. I came out to have a look, and true enough, one of the tyres of my car was punctured." Aaron then decided to drive into a shop lot area and stopped his car at the side of the road.  Somehow, he felt uneasy, so he decided to take out the envelope containing the cash from his bag and hid it somewhere else.  However, he had left his bag pack at the front passenger seat, in the leg space area.

Then, it happened.

Aaron went to take out a spare tyre from the car boot while the feeling of uneasiness was still reeling inside of him. While he was distracted and concentrated on taking the tyres, he suddenly heard his car door closing.  Aaron immediately reacted by closing the car boot. The next second, he spotted a man who was carrying his bag and running away with it. The man was heading to another vehicle.

"I blame myself for being nervous and stunned, because I could not remember the car's number plate."

The only detail he could remember was it was a good car. "Scared that he might be targeted again, I held a wrench. I called my boss and the police while hiding behind a van, watching out for my car," Aaron said.

After Aaron made the call, the police and his colleague arrived within minutes

Image via Aaron Wong KY

Aaron's colleague came and retrieved the cash from him. When the police arrived at the scene, they were quick to lend a helping hand to change the punctured tyre. Unfortunately, as Murphy's law has it, the spare tyre had some problem. However, the police took the initiative to offer Aaron a ride to the tyre shop, while the other two police officers stayed back to keep an eye on his car. The kind officers even helped to fix back the new tyre for Aaron when they returned from the tyre shop.

At the end of the day, Aaron lost a bag, an external harddisk, a few thumb drives, his prized 12-year-old pencil case and some office documents. However, it felt like he still gained something from this experience.

Image via Aaron Wong KY

The incident restored his faith in the police force because they clearly went the extra mile in assisting him during the unfortunate ordeal. "Seriously, I felt like I was a VIP, who was protected by a few police officers with guns in their hands," he said.  "To police officer, Sham, Zuraimi and Fendi, I really thank you for all your extra effort in assisting a helpless citizen." Aaron also noted that a few people who were not in the police uniform have offered him assistance too. "The sergeant from TTDI police station also made it a point to personally make his way to the scene to look out for any CCTV that might have caught the culprit on camera."

At the end of the day, Aaron was just thankful that he was not hurt from the incident and the fact that the situation could have been worse

"Please be careful and don't ever step out of your car when there is something fishy going on, even if it is someone banging your car. It would be best to get it checked by going to the nearest police station for safety reasons."He said that he was in the bank for an hour and realised that he was probably the only one that went into a special room to perform the transaction."Please be careful of your surrounding, as I suspect that I was targeted from the moment I stepped out of the special room."

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Malaysia Records Its Highest Ever Daily COVID-19 Numbers At 20,596 Cases

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Malaysia has once again broken its daily number of COVID-19 cases after recording more than 20,000 new cases today, 5 August

The Ministry of Health (MOH) reported a total of 20,596 cases on Thursday.

#COVID19 Terkini. 5 Ogos. Kes baharu tertinggi dilaporkan hari ini 20,596.— KKMalaysia (@KKMPutrajaya) August 5, 2021

Among today's numbers, Selangor recorded 8,549 new cases

Pecahan kes baharu #COVID19 mengikut negeri, 5 Ogos 2021 pic.twitter.com/NQhEJhPQeV— KKMalaysia (@KKMPutrajaya) August 5, 2021

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Netizens Unhappy Over Viral Photos Of Local Celebrities Having Iftar Party At KL Hotel

The police are investigating an iftar event that was attended by several local celebrities recently for violating standard operating procedures (SOPs) of the Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO)

According to Berita Harian, Dang Wangi district police chief ACP Mohamad Zainal Abdullah said viral pictures of the 'Majlis Berbuka Puasa dan Rapatkan Saf 2021' event held on 29 April at a hotel in Kuala Lumpur showed COVID-19 precaution violations."The photos revealed SOP violations at the social event, including the lack of physical distancing of at least 1m," he said, as quoted by Bernama.

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Mohamad Zainal said the police have already contacted four individuals to give their statements regarding the event

The police chief said more specifically, three of the event's organisers and one of the hotel's management staff have been called to testify.He added that all those involved — which includes local Malaysian celebrities, singers, and influencers such as Caprice, Ashraf Muslim, Heliza Helmi, Iman Troye, Mawar Rashid, and PU Riz — will be called to the Dang Wangi headquarters as soon as possible."Investigations will be conducted under Section 21 of the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases Act 1988 and Regulation 19 of the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases (Measures Within the Infected Local Areas) Movement Control Order (No 4) 2021," he said in a statement on Sunday, 2 May.

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The police also urged the public to continue complying with CMCO regulations, if not, legal action can be taken against violators

He added that anyone with information on the case can contact the Kuala Lumpur police hotline at +603- 21159999, the Dang Wangi district police headquarters at +603-26002222, or any nearby police station.

The event was called out by netizens over the weekend on Twitter.
Many questioned how celebrities could organise social events that flouted CMCO SOPs, while some food vendors were fined for working.

"Where are the SOPs here? In Kelantan, every event is cancelled, there are no bazaars, dine-in is also not yet allowed. How is this fair to the burger seller?" asked a netizen, sharing screenshots of an influencer's Instagram Stories of the event."This berbuka puasa event, if intentions do not legitimise the methods, do these intentions allow the ignorance of SOP?"

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Meanwhile, another netizen said, "As much as I have avoided bazaars thanks to my paranoia - I would never call the vendors selfish. They are mostly just trying to survive, make ends meet.""What is selfish is rich people flaunting their privilege of holidays and big social events."

As much as I have avoided bazaars thanks to my paranoia - I would NEVER call the vendors selfish. They are mostly just trying to survive, make ends meet. What IS selfish is rich people flaunting their privilege of holidays and big social events.— Rina Omar (@RockeRina) May 2, 2021

One of the event attendees, PU Riz, and his wife, Neelofa, were recently fined RM60,000 for repeating MCO offences:

                Netizens React To Neelofa, Husband, And Family Getting Fined RM60,000 For Breaching SOP

The star was compounded RM20,000 for two separate offences while her family members were fined RM1,500 each.

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Stray Cats At National Museum Allegedly May Be Put Down If Nobody Adopts Them

At least 11 stray cats at the National Museum in KL are in need of forever homes

Image via Malay Mail

A museum's volunteer guide, Caroline, told Malay Mail that all of the cats that are ready to be adopted have been neutered and cleaned.Thirteen cats have been adopted so far, but there are at least another 11 cats who need homes. According to her, there are a lot more strays that need to be rescued, however, they are still quite defensive.

Image via Malay Mail

It all began a few weeks ago when Caroline noticed Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) inspecting the premises.
She and her husband immediately rescued most of the cats and brought them home.

"But last week, so happened I was here, and suddenly, I saw DBKL trucks arriving at the museum compound," Caroline, who is a German national, revealed to Malay Mail."I told them that the cats were all mine. But they proceeded anyway and caught three of the strays."She was later able to "bail" them out from DBKL.

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According to the report, Caroline and her husband have been looking after over 60 cats at the museum.

Citing an article by Malaysiakini in 2009, she shared that DBKL's pound is "not a place for any animal" because of its horrible conditions

The article explained that TV3's '360 Degree' programme revealed hidden camera footage of a dying dog being dragged by its neck with a rope. There were also claims that dogs' necks were fractured, and cats were "drowned or clobbered to death" at the pound.Caroline's plea has since spread like wildfire on social media. One Twitter post went viral alleging that the cats are at the risk of being euthanised if not adopted.

After negotiating with authorities for more time, Caroline is currently looking for adopters for these cats

For any inquiries, you can contact Caroline at 017-6303658 or Normimi 018-2356321, Malay Mail reported.


Funny 'Just Blocking The Sun' Banner In Penang Goldfish Shop Goes Viral

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A goldfish shop in Bukit Mertajam, Penang has recently gone viral for putting up a witty banner

Two days ago, TikTok user @nightraveller_ uploaded a video of her spotting the unusual poster. Her video has been played over 85,800 times.

Image via @nightraveller_ (TikTok)

The banner reads, "Tak tau nak print apa, elakkan sinaran matahari je", which translates to "Don't know what to print, just blocking the sun only"

Image via @nightraveller_ (Instagram)

Since the video has gone viral, many have been cracking up in the comments and commending the owner for their sense of humour

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Several pointed out the shop's name which also made them giggle.

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You can watch the full video below:

  @nightraveller_ Uncle orait x orait ni? Say dah la penat hadap jem ni  original sound - Mak kau green - Mak kau green

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Konsert Justice World Tour Di Asia Tetap Diteruskan Selepas Justin Bieber Umum 'Berehat'

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Umum sedia tahu bahawa penyanyi terkenal antarabangsa Justin Bieber akan mengadakan konsert di Malaysia pada bulan Oktober tahun ini

Walau bagaimanapun, bintang sensasi itu mengumumkan pembatalan siri konsert jelajah dunianya, Justice World Tour untuk memberi perhatian kepada masalah kesihatan.Bieber yang mengejutkan peminat apabila mengaku mengalami masalah 'kelumpuhan wajah' berpunca sindrom Ramsay Hunt, awal tahun ini, mengumumkan pembatalan siri jelajah itu melalui posting di Instagramnya pagi tadi.Melalui posting itu, Bieber yang baru mementaskan konsert di Brazil, memberitahu, keputusan menamatkan siri jelajah itu dibuat selepas mendapati kesannya kepada kesihatan terutama usaha memulihkan masalah 'kelumpuhan wajah'.Lihat posting penuh yang dimuat naiknya di bawah:

        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by Justin Bieber (@justinbieber)

"Awal tahun ini, saya umumkan perjuangan melawan sindrom Ramsay Hunt yang mengakibatkan sebahagian daripada muka saya lumpuh."Berikutan itu, saya tidak dapat menghabiskan siri jelajah, Justice World Tour di utara benua Amerika."Bagaimanapun, selepas berehat dan mendapatkan nasihat doktor, saya sambung siri jelajah itu di Eropah dan mementaskan enam konsert yang akhirnya memberi kesan kepada saya."Hujung minggu lalu saya beraksi di Festival Rock In Rio dan memberi segala-galanya kepada peminat di Brazil," katanya.

Image via Joseph Okpako/WireImage Justin Bieber

Jelas Bieber lagi, keletihan mementaskan konsert mendorong dirinya memberi keutamaan kepada kesihatan."Sehubungan itu, saya akan berhenti daripada beraksi di konsert buat sementara waktu."Saya akan okay tetapi perlukan masa untuk berehat dan pulihkan kesihatan," katanya.Bieber berbangga dapat mementaskan Justice World Tour dan berkongsi mesej positif di sebalik persembahan itu dengan peminat."Terima kasih atas doa dan sokongan anda selama ini. Saya sangat sayangkan kamu," ujarnya.

Konsert Justice World Tour di Asia termasuk di Malaysia tetap diteruskan seperti yang dijadualkan

Begitupun, pihak penganjur bersama AEG Presents Asia dan PR Worldwide Sdn. Bhd. tampil dalam satu kenyataan di posting Instagram masing-masing menjelaskan bahawa konsert 'Justice World Tour' tetap diteruskan seperti yang dijadualkan."Beliebers di Asia, kami sedar bahawa @justinbieber telah memutuskan untuk berehat dari jelajah dan berharap Justin cepat sembuh dan menghormati keputusannya untuk mengutamakan kesihatannya. "Kami tidak sabar untuk melihatnya kembali beraksi. Pemahaman kami ialah siri konsert jelajah duni di Asia ini akan diteruskan seperti yang dijadualkan. Nantikan lebih banyak kemas kini," ujar mereka.

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Sebagai rekod, penyanyi kelahiran Kanada berusia 28 tahun itu menunda beberapa persembahan selepas masalah 'kelumpuhan wajah' berpunca sindrom Ramsay Hunt.Mengikut perancangan, siri jelajah, Justice World Tour akan bersambung di Afrika Selatan, Asia Barat, Asia, Australia dan New Zealand sebelum kembali ke Eropah, antara Januari hingga Mac tahun depan.Peminat di Malaysia sepatutnya berpeluang menyaksikan persembahan Bieber di depan mata pada konsert yang akan dipentaskan di Stadium Nasional Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur pada 22 Oktober ini.

Macam mana dengan Beliebers fans di Malaysia, anda rasa Justin Bieber akan perform atau tidak nanti?

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Tony Pua Says MMC-Gamuda Is Brazenly Painting Themselves As "An Innocent Victim"

Today, in an open letter, Tony Pua, who is the political secretary to the Minister of Finance, took the directors of MMC-Gamuda to task in the wake of the joint venture's sly public relations campaign

In the open letter, Tony sarcastically "applauded" MMC-Gamuda for "putting up a great show" of innocence since Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng decided to terminate the contract for the MRT2 Above Groundworks as both the Government and the joint venture could not reach an agreement on the required price reduction."You have issued a letter proclaiming innocence, claiming that you were waiting for an offer from the Ministry of Finance (MoF). You questioned the qualifications of the independent engineering consultant we have engaged. You implied that the decision to terminate was hasty and ill-conceived. You sought sympathy claiming the loss of jobs for no less than 20,000 people (wow!)," LGE's political secretary wrote in the open letter.Tony says that MMC-Gamuda ran the campaign to appear as "innocent victim" while conveniently ignoring the question of the cost of the project to the Government.

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According to Tony, while the Government didn't want to indulge in a public war of words with MMC-Gamuda, it decided to set the facts right and record straight after seeing the later's bullying campaign

Tony cited a study by an independent engineering consultant, which said that MRT Corp should expect total savings between RM4.19 to RM5.79billion for the estimated remaining 60% portion of works yet to be completed.However, he noted that MMC-Gamuda had only offered to reduce the price to RM14.58billion (cost saving of RM2.13billion) for the Underground contract, which comes after shelving the 2 underground stations at Bandar Malaysia North and South.

The Government decided to terminate the underground contract to "honour the mandate and trust the people has given us and maximise the savings we can reasonably derive from the project"

"Do we say, "it's OK la, let's just accept the RM2.13billion reduction offered by MMC Gamuda”? After all, we can take this figure and boast to Malaysians of our ‘magnificent’ achievement, for they would know no better that we might have left another RM2billion of potential savings on the table. Furthermore, it will certainly save us the trouble of having to deal with the negative publicity and the new international tender exercise which has to be carried out. Too much work... Or."Do we honour the mandate and trust the people has given us and maximise the savings we can reasonably derive from the project? RM2billion can pay for 5 hospitals or 50 schools. RM2billion is a hell of a lot of money when I see my MoF colleagues who are struggling and scrimping to find RM50million savings here, and RM80million cuts there for the upcoming Budget."The Cabinet obviously made the decision to pick the latter. And you seriously telling Malaysians to blame the Cabinet for the termination?"

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Tony also stood by the qualifications of the independent consulting engineer, which has a track record of 80 projects in 24 countries

Open letter to MMC-Gamuda from @tonypua . Among others:1) Independent consulting engineers tell MoF that can have further cost saving of 4 to 5 billion.2) Independent consulting engineers employs 500 staff and completed 80 projects in 24 countries. Not some cikai firm. pic.twitter.com/IA4OBQ3y1S— Syahredzan Johan (@syahredzan) October 9, 2018

Tony clarified that the government was not terminating MRT2 underground project but terminating the contract to the company

According to Tony's open letter, the Malaysian Government is not terminating the Mass Rapid Transit Line 2 (MRT2) underground work project because the government plans to award the project to a contractor which can undertake the work at a lower cost.He urged all MMC-Gamuda employees affected by the cancellation to channel their frustrations at their bosses, and not the government."You will find plenty of opportunities when the new project is awarded at a lower cost, while the savings generated would mean even more projects for the future."But perhaps, instead of starting a petition on Change.org to seek the Government to reverse its decision on the termination, it might be more productive to start a petition to ask your bosses at MMC Gamuda to make the Malaysian government an offer they cannot refuse," Tony addressed the purported 20,000 workers.

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Meanwhile, following the termination of MMC-Gamuda's contract, the company's employees have taken to social media to appeal to the government over the termination:

                #PrayForMRT2: MMC-Gamuda Employees Appeal To Government After Termination Of Contract

Following the backlash, Putrajaya has agreed to discuss the termination of MMC-Gamuda.

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Lagu 'Di Hari Yang Mulia' Dari Senario Ni Buat Peminat Terubat Rindu & Tak Sabar Nak Raya!

Kebanyakan 90s kids pasti ingat kumpulan pelawak Senario

Suatu ketika dahulu, kumpulan pelawak terkenal Senario pernah mencetuskan fenomena dalam industri hiburan tanah air.

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Kumpulan Senario cukup terkenal pada era 90-an yang pada asalnya dianggotai oleh Wahid, Lan Pet-Pet, Illya, Hamdan dan Azlee mula dikenali ramai selepas menyertai pertandingan pencarian bakat, Sinaran Pasport Kegemilangan pada tahun 1995.

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Saban tahun kumpulan ini kemudiannya dianggotai Saiful Apek dan Yassin yang mana mereka cukup terkenal menerusi sketsa komedi, nyanyian, hinggalah ke pentas perfileman.Beberapa filem pernah diterbitkan menampilkan kumpulan ini sebagai watak utama. Antaranya termasuklah Senario The Movie, Senario Lagi, Lagi Lagi Senario, Senario XX dan banyak lagi.

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Walaupun sudah lama kumpulan ini tidak beraksi baik di kaca TV mahupun di layar perak, namun kebanyakan filem lakonan mereka masih lagi ditayangkan dan ditonton ramai.

Baru-baru ini dan bersempena dengan hari lebaran yang bakal tiba, Senario dengan nama Senariounion telah mengeluarkan lagu raya berjudul Di Hari Yang Mulia

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Menerusi muzik video lagu ini kelihatan pada mulanya hanya empat orang ahli sahaja yang menyanyi iaitu Illya, Yassin, Saiful Apek dan Hamdan. Namun pada akhir video, muncul pula dua lagi orang ahli kumpulan Senario iaitu Azlee dan Wahid.

Boleh lihat muzik video penuh Di Hari Yang Mulia di bawah:

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Lagu tersebut ternyata mampu menambah semangat untuk menyambut hari raya meskipun terpaksa beraya dalam suasana Perintah Kawalan Pergerakan Bersyarat ekoran penularan wabak Covid-19 yang melanda dunia termasuk tanah air.

Bukan itu sahaja, lagu raya dari Senariounion ini juga berjaya mengubati rindu peminat-peminat kumpulan pelawak tersebut

Meninjau di ruangan komen di laman YouTube, ramai yang meluahkan rasa teruja dan gembira mendengarkan lagu berkenaan kerana berjaya mengimbau kenangan kanak-kanak masing-masing.Antara komen menarik dari warganet:

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Wah, tak dapat dinafikan Senario memang kumpulan legend!

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Wartawan Ditembak Israel Hilang Mata Kiri, Satu Dunia Tunjuk Solidariti & Tuntut Keadilan

Muath Amarneh, 35, iaitu seorang wartawan jurugambar bebas Palestin telah kehilangan mata kiri sepenuhnya selepas ditembak oleh tentera Israel

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Kejadian dipercayai berlaku ketika tentera Israel cuba untuk meleraikan penunjuk perasaan Palestin di Kampung Surif di Wilayah Selatan Tebing Barat. Pada ketika itu, wartawan jurugambar bebas, Amarneh dipercayai sedang menjalani tugas untuk membuat liputan demonstrasi di lokasi berkenaan.Dia yang pada ketika itu turut memakai baju yang menunjukkan dirinya sebagai seorang wartawan yang hanya berada di situ untuk membuat liputan dengan memakai baju yang tertera perkataan 'Press' berserta helmet.Rakan sekerja Amarneh mengesahkan bahawa dia disasarkan oleh tentera Israel. Namun perkara itu telah dinafikan oleh pihak rejim.

Menurut doktor yang bertugas untuk merawat Amarneh, mata kiri Amarneh yang ditembak itu tidak boleh diselamatkan dan perlu dibedah keluar

Menurut laporan Astro Awani, ketika ditemubual oleh AFP, Amarneh menjelaskan bahawa, “Tiba-tiba saya rasa sesuatu mengenai mata saya, Saya ingat peluru getah atau batu. Saya memegang mata saya dan tidak merasa apa-apa, Saya tidak dapat melihat kerana mata saya hilang sepenuhnya.”

Kejadian ini menarik perhatian media antarabangsa apabila wartawan dari seluruh dunia menyatakan solidariti dengan memakai penutup mata atau menutup sebelah mata mereka

 Anchors at Palestine TV at 9 o’clock News Bulletins show their solidarity with Palestinian photojournalist Mua’az Amarnah who lost his eye in an Israeli shooting that was aimed at him while covering an Israeli attack on Palestinians in the occupied West Bank city of Hebron. pic.twitter.com/8uqkKibfe0— Yousef Alhelou (@YousefAlhelou) November 17, 2019

Journalists & Activists hold a protest in Tulkarem city, West Bank, in solidarity with Palestinian journalist Muath Amarneh, who lost his eye on Friday while documenting Israeli human rights violations.#MuathEye #eyeoftruth pic.twitter.com/rcFyApgDZc— Days of Palestine (@DaysofPalestine) November 17, 2019

#MuathAmarneh, the Palestinian photojournalist was shot in the eye by Israeli occupation soldiers in Hebron Al-Khalil on November 15. We will continue to bear witness. In solidarity & affection. #MuathEye. #عين_معاذ. pic.twitter.com/rv8qxMGoh8— Hanan Ashrawi (@DrHananAshrawi) November 17, 2019

Israel is doing its best to silence the truth, but this won't work out. We are all Moath and we will be his eye. Israel can't poke out the eye of the truth.#eyeoftruth #MuathEye pic.twitter.com/rbeX1ue9dU— Days of Palestine (@DaysofPalestine) November 17, 2019

Israeli forces on Friday shot Palestinian photographer Muath Amarneh in his left eye. Muath has lost his eye as a result.Palestinians are showing solidarity with him by sharing photos of themselves with one closed eye.Tweet yours now!#EyeofTruth#MuathEye pic.twitter.com/hPQJFngBFp— AbdelKarim  (@KarimNK96) November 17, 2019

Mereka turut memuat naik gambar mereka menutup sebelah mata bertujuan untuk menyokong Amarneh dan menggalakkan orang ramai melakukan perkara yang sama. Perkara ini dilakukan bagi meningkatkan kesedaran mengenai pelanggaran Israel terhadap kebebasan akhbar. Terutamanya ketika mereka sedang menjalankan tugas membuat liputan protes.

Kempen ini menggunakan hashtag #MuathEye, #EyeofTruth dan #MuathAmarneh dilancarkan secara luas di media sosial disusuli video serta gambar Amarneh ketika dibawa selepas ditembak

The moment an Israeli sniper shot Palestinian journalist Mo'ath Amarnah in the face at a protest in occupied Hebron yesterday.Amarnah later had his eye removed during surgery. pic.twitter.com/6cOIHFCLNI— CJ Werleman (@cjwerleman) November 17, 2019

"The eyes of truth will never be blinded." Today, dozens of Palestinian journalists protested the shooting of Muath Amarneh, who lost his eye after an Israeli soldier fired at him last Friday.He was wearing press markings. 60 have been hit this year. #MuathEye #عين_معاذ pic.twitter.com/f5gwkRGJrE— Jack Moore (@JFXM) November 17, 2019

In solidarity with the Palestinian photographer #MuathAmarneh, who lost his eye by an Israeli bullet while doing his job.  #EyeOfTruth #عين_معاذ#عين_معاذ pic.twitter.com/3kRUtuRgmR— Boulos jreish| بولس  (@PJreish) November 17, 2019

Presiden Palestin, Mahmoud Abbas turut mengutuk serangan itu dan berjanji untuk memastikan Amarneh mendapat penjagaan perubatan yang terbaik untuk memulihkannya

Bukan setakat itu sahaja, Persekutuan Wartawan Antarabangsa (IFJ) yang merupakan kumpulan advokasi global bertujuan untuk menjaga kebebasan media turut menyeru Pertubuhan Bangsa-Bangsa Bersatu (PBB) bagi mengadaptasi konvensyen yang memastikan perlindungan kepada semua wartawan.Ini kerana, pada tahun ini sahaja, sekurang-kurangnya 60 wartawan telah menjadi sasaran tembakan oleh tentera Zionis. 43 daripada mereka telah mengalami kecederaan akibat bom bunyi, manakala 170 lagi dipukul serta dihalau untuk membuat liputan.Paling teruk, setakat ini seramai 18 orang wartawan turut ditahan di penjara Israel.


Sick Of Online Dating? Get A Pet Rock From Shopee That'll Be There For You No Matter What

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Have you ever felt lonely after a long day at work and returned home to no one because you're single and people on Tinder are all frustrating to talk to?

You've probably considered getting a pet to entertain yourself in your spare time, but you're worried that your pet will be bored at home while you're out getting that bread.Perhaps you really want to adopt a fur baby but you're actually allergic to cats and dogs, so owning one is not an option either.

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Shopee truly offers a solution to all your problems as you can now adopt a pet rock

A Shopee seller listed pet rocks for sale, and it sounds like the best pet you can get!The seller promises in the listing description that the pet rocks they're selling are low-maintenance, easy to care for, and travel-friendly.If you plan on getting a cat or a dog in the future, these pet rocks will make excellent companions because they love playing with other animals.What if you're really allergic to fur and want to keep a fish as a pet? These rocks can also live underwater and would look great in your fancy aquarium setup.They also sell both male and female rocks, with male rocks selling for RM18 and female rocks selling for RM19. Your new pet will also come vaccinated. What a steal!

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Still not hooked? Just look at how adorable these rocks look with their googly eyes!

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You can get these adorable rocks here!

What if you're a little extra and want the best for your pet rock, as well as support an animal shelter while you are at it?

Another seller on Shopee is also selling pet rocks, but they offer a free grooming service for your new buddy!

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Paws Home Melaka is selling these rocks to help fund their shelter

With each pet rock purchased, you will help feed the cats in their shelter.You receive a cute pet rock, and their furry friends will be well fed. Sounds like a win-win situation to me!

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Adopt a pet rock and help feed hungry kittens here

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If you already have a pet and are looking for fun places to take them, here are a few must-see pet-friendly locations:

                11 Pet-Friendly Parks Perfect For An Afternoon Outing With Your Pooch

Get a chance to run around or kick back with your pets beyond the confines of your house.

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                15 Pet-Friendly Restaurants & Cafes In Klang Valley

Pets can be great dining buddies too.

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If Your Skin Is Often Itchy Or Inflamed, You Should Check Out This Soothing Cleanser

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Is your skin prone to itchiness or inflammation?

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If you're constantly scratching throughout the day, you'll know how painful and annoying it can be. And the more you scratch it, the worse it gets! You might even have to make tweaks in your daily life to protect your skin. For instance, you're probably always wearing long sleeves or avoiding the hot sun, because the scorching heat can further irritate your skin. Or, you may have to avoid certain foods because they cause you to itch even more.

That's why it's so important to determine the cause of your itchiness and inflammation, and make sure to seek out proper treatment

Additionally, it's also important to use the right skincare products. Depending on your skin type and whether or not you have any skin conditions, you've got to look for products that work for you. Not only will this help to avoid further irritating your skin, it can also help to protect and soothe it.

If you're looking for a cleanser to help break your itch-scratch cycle, check out Pinetarsol – a gentle soap-free cleanser that helps relieve itchiness

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Pinetarsol comes either in gel form or as a cleansing solution, both of which help to relieve your skin irritation.Both the gel and bath oil can reduce inflammation, so your skin won't be as red and swollen. According to Pinetarsol, the Pinetarsol solution (MAL19912380XRZ) is effective in soothing and relieving numerous skin conditions such as chickenpox, insect bites, and allergic reactions. Ultimately, by helping to relieve your symptoms in addition to soothing your skin, you're likely to scratch less, allowing your skin to heal over time.

In fact, Pinetarsol highlights that their cleansers and gel use the right formulation to not just soothe your skin, but protect it as well

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The soap-free cleanser and gel are formulated with natural pine tar, which is an ingredient known to provide relief to itchiness. Pinetarsol helps your skin retains its natural oils as well as moisture, which can keep your skin hydrated.If you didn't know, both moisture and natural oils are essential to your skin, as they prevent it from getting flaky, cracked, or rough. On a different note, Pinetarsol claims that it's safe for everyday use as the formulation is steroid-free and pH-balanced.

Additionally, Pinetarsol has various products catered to specific needs as well, most of which can be used as soap alternatives

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Check out the range:Cleansing gel:Pinetarsol Gel (MAL19912381XZ) - 100g and 500g:This soap-free cleansing gel helps relieve itchy and inflamed skin conditions. You can use it in the shower, bath, or hand basin.Cleansing solution/oil:Pinetarsol Solution (MAL19912380XRZ) - 200ml and 500ml:This cleanser is a soap alternative that relieves itchy and inflamed skin conditions. It also helps with insect bites, sunburn, prickly heat, as well as anal and genital itching. Pinetarsol Bath Oil (MAL19912398XR) - 200ml:If you have severe itching, you should opt for this non-greasy water dispersible oil instead. It also helps to treat flaky skin and reduce skin inflammation.

Here's a guide to using the cleansers and gel for the best results:

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For Pinetarsol Gel (MAL19912381XZ):1. Apply to wet skin and rub gently over the affected area2. Leave it on for 2-3 minutes3. Rinse For both Pinetarsol Solution (MAL19912380XRZ) and Pinetarsol Bath Oil (MAL19912398XR): Bath:Add 15-30ml to a warm or tepid bath (5ml to hand basin).Shower:Apply directly to wet skin. Leave it on for a few minutes before rinsing. Pat dry. One capful contains 5ml while a pump cap can contain 10ml. If symptoms persist, worsen, or change unexpectedly, please see a doctor.

Break your itch-scratch cycle with Pinetarsol today! You can find out more on their website here*.

Pinetarsol is also available at major pharmacies including Guardian, Alive Pharmacy, Big Pharmacy, Caring Pharmacy, and Farmasi Alpha. This is a medicine product advertisement. KKLIU: 1536/2021Expiry of approval: 31 December 2023*Website approval: KKLIU 2128/2020The information provided is for educational and communication purposes only and it should not be construed as personal medical advice. Information published in this article is not intended to replace, supplant or augment a consultation with a health professional regarding the reader’s own medical care.

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Police On High Alert As IS Recruits Make Plans To Rob Banks And Kidnap Malaysian VIPs

Police are on high alert after it emerged that Islamic State (IS) militants may be planning bank heists as well as to kidnap Malaysian dignitaries for ransom to finance their activities

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The militants are also believed to be planning to attack police stations and army camps to obtain more weapons. Kuala Lumpur police chief Tajuddin Md Isa said the militants were also targeting locations with a concentration of foreigners as well as strategic government buildings including offices in Putrajaya.

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“A study showed that the IS struggle has passed the first level of recruitment and training of new members, and is now entering the second level (kidnapping and robbery),” he said. Tajuddin was addressing city police at the KL police chief monthly assembly at Dataran Kawad today.

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He advised the police force particularly department heads, district police chiefs and police station chiefs to remain alert against potential threats. Mr Tajuddin  added that  the police have already moved to tighten security around potential ISIS targets.

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It is also believed that Malaysians who have been drawn to IS are convinced that the war between Syria and Iraq is apocalyptic

“Monitoring by the government showed that the Malaysians who were drawn to go to Syria and Iraq had been influenced by the Islamic State claim that the war in Syria and Iraq was an apocalyptic war,” said Kuala Lumpur police chief Tajuddin Md Isa, adding that police were raising security in the vulnerable areas.

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On 20 May, six people were charged for planning to launch terrorist attacks using homemade bombs. It was alleged that they were targetting Putrajaya and other governmental buildings in Klang Valley.

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A dozen people were arrested last month on suspicion of planning bomb attacks in the Klang Valley, adding to the 95 already detained over the past two years. Reports said the federal police's counter-terrorism division detained 11 men at the foothills of Hutan Lipur Gunung Nuang in Hulu Langat, Selangor state, while they were mixing chemicals to make improvised explosive devices. A senior leader of the cell was later arrested at his home.

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Six of the 12 were charged in court on 20 May with plotting terror attacks using the materials they were mixing, said to be enough to cause a blast with a 500m radius. Along with the arrests, the police had also seized Islamic State flags and various bomb-making materials. They were allegedly planning to launch an attack on the country’s administrative capital, Putrajaya, police sources said. Other targets included buildings in Jalan Duta and Bukit Perdana where the Kuala Lumpur court complex, Bukit Aman Commercial Crimes Investigation Department and other government facilities are located.

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Bukit Aman’s Special Branch Counter Terrorism Division detaining 11 men at the foothills of Hutan Lipur Gunung Nuang on April 25, 2015.
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[VIDEO] Gelagat Lelaki Ini Buat Lirik Karaoke Lagu Viral TikTok Undang Tawa Ramai

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TikTok merupakan aplikasi yang digunakan oleh ramai orang tidak kira tua mahupun muda

Banyak kita boleh lihat content di TikTok yang membuatkan kita terhibur, malah ada juga yang memanfaatkan aplikasi ini dengan perkongsian ilmu.Namun, lain pula dengan video ini yang memaparkan gelagat seorang lelaki menyanyikan lagu viral TikTok dengan lirik sendiri telah mengundang tawa ramai.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @apisdauz jom kita nyanyi sama2... #ishhhhh #yangbukanbukanlah #awaktanyaabgjawab #teamapisdauz #kamisempoi #tiktokerspositifmalaysia #ttpm #tiktokmalaysia #fyp #fyp  Che La Luna - Louis Prima

Reka lirik sendiri, ramai terhibur melihatnya

Menerusi video tersebut, kelihatan seorang lelaki sedang bersiap sedia untuk menyanyi lagu viral yang sering digunakan di aplikasi TikTok.Malah, apa yang lebih menghiburkan adalah dia siap menggunakan liriknya sendiri ketika menyanyikan lagu itu.Liriknya itu dilihat begitu spontan dan bersahaja telah mengundang tawa ramai.

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"Oh lagu ni tentang kisah mek shima dan mohamad dhani rupanya" - Netizen

Sementara itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen turut terhibur melihat lirik yang dinyanyikan lelaki itu.Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video berkenaan telah meraih 690.6K views, 46.4K likes dan 4,144 comments di TikTok.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Pandai-pandai buat lirik sendiri ya bang. Kena pula tu :P

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Cancer Survivor Jared Lee On Why 'Movember' Is About More Than Just Growing Out Moustaches

This month, men around the world are proudly growing out moustaches and documenting their hair growth on social media in the name of 'Movember'

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The rules of the worldwide phenomenon, which has taken place every November since 2003, are simple – start the month clean-shaven and resist reaching for the razor until the month is over, in an effort to raise funds and awareness for a number of men's health issues.

Despite its global scale, Movember's causes often get overshadowed by the 'no shave' trend.
"I was always under the impression that it was for hipsters to show off their moustaches," said YouTuber Jared Lee.

In a viral video posted on his channel, TheGRIMFILM, Jared revealed that he was diagnosed with testicular cancer in February.

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"I think that there's not enough awareness on health issues in general in Malaysia. I know there are campaigns here and there but it was always seen as boring or unrelated," he told SAYS in an exclusive interview."The response from the video I uploaded on my personal journey with testicular cancer proved that many needed the awareness," he added.

Here are three things you may not have known about the Movember movement:

1. The idea behind Movember was formed by two Australians who joked about bringing back the old-fashioned '70s moustache

In 2003, Travis Garone and Luke Slattery were discussing recurring fashion trends in a Melbourne bar when they decided to "grow a mo", which was not considered trendy at the time.Inspired by a friend's mother who was fundraising for breast cancer, the self-proclaimed 'Mo Bros' decided to make use of the challenge to campaign about men's health and prostate cancer. They invited 30 other men to grow out their moustaches too, and each of them donated AUD10 to the cause.

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The Movember Foundation, which became official in 2004, is now the only global charity focused solely on men's health.

2. Today, Movember raises funds and awareness for men's health issues such as prostate cancer and testicular cancer, as well as mental health issues like depression and suicide prevention

By sparking conversations about the illnesses threatening men around the world, the Movember Foundation seeks to not only fund health services and research programmes, but to inspire men to seek help and get tested."Always check your balls. Know your usual size. Find out how to check for lumps. Don't skip your body check ups," said Jared, who discovered that he was at risk after casually telling a doctor friend of his that he noticed a slight difference in the size of his testicles. "Thankfully he could tell that I was in a serious condition based on my vague description."

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"Cancer is something you want to treat as early as possible, so better to be safe than sorry," the YouTuber advised.

3. You don't have to grow out a 'stache to be a part of the global movement

Another key mission of Movember is to break the stigma surrounding men's health.According to Jared, the responses he received after his video went viral indicated that many men left their conditions to worsen due to shame and a fear of speaking out. "I think as Malaysians we should all be more open minded to talk about our parts," he told SAYS.

Jared with his wife, Marianne Tan, in his video 'I Have Cancer.'
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While many 'Mo Bros' donate money to the Movember foundation for each day that they refrain from shaving, they can also carry out challenges to get physically active in an effort to raise funds.Friends and family of the challengers are welcome to do the same.

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Find out how to participate in the Movember movement here

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For information on what is being done to prevent, detect, and diagnose cancer in Malaysia, or how to volunteer, check out Cancer Research Malaysia.For emotional support and information on suicide prevention in Malaysia, contact Befrienders.

Jared Lee shared his journey with testicular cancer on YouTube earlier this year to spread awareness on the importance of getting tested:

                Local YouTuber Jared Lee Opens Up About Being Diagnosed With Cancer In Eye-Opening Video

“Cancer is something that won’t hurt you when it’s growing.”

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[VIDEO] "Baru Nak Acah Gangster" - Sebab Seekor Lipas, Satu Bilik Geng Lelaki Ini Menjerit

Lipas adalah serangga yang ditakuti ramai walaupun ianya berbadan kecil

Bukan apa, kebanyakan orang geli dengan lipas kerana ia adalah serangga yang kotor dan kebiasaannya selalu datang dari kawasan yang busuk seperti tong sampah.Tambah pula, jika ia membuka sayap dan terbang, memang semua akan lari lintang pukang bila ternampak serangga ini.Sama seperti kejadian yang berlaku kepada sekumpulan geng lelaki ini apabila video mereka di TikTok tular gara-gara seekor lipas yang dijumpai dalam bilik mereka.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @hasifchoy Wehh aku baru nak acah gengster tapi BABI PUNYA LIPAS  original sound - hasifchoy - HasifChoy

Hilang macho bila satu bilik menjerit sebab takut dengan lipas

Menerusi video tersebut, kelihatan sekumpulan geng lelaki itu berada di asrama dalam bilik mereka.Namun, secara tiba-tiba muncul seekor lipas di dinding bilik yang membuatkan mereka semua menjerit kerana geli dan ketakutan dengan serangga tersebut. Salah seorang daripadanya telah memegang seterika untuk menyembur lipas berkenaan dengan wap air panas.Tetapi, apa yang lebih melucukan adalah selepas dia mula menyembur wap air itu, lipas berkenaan mula terbang ke arahnya membuatkan dia terus menjerit dengan kuat.Tidak lama selepas itu rakan-rakan remaja lelaki itu dilihat sedang memukul lipas tersebut dengan penyapu.Lihat video penuh sambungan itu di bawah:

  @hasifchoy disebabkan video lipas aku masuk fyp , nak throwback sikit HAHAHAHAHA KENAPA AKU JERIT MACAM TU WEHH   original sound - hasifchoy - HasifChoy

"Aku pulak yang over tengok video ni" - Netizen

Sementara itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati rata-rata netizen turut terhibur melihat reaksi geng lelaki tersebut. Malah, ada juga yang boleh relate apabila berdepan dengan situasi seperti itu kerana takut dengan lipas.Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video berkenaan telah meraih 23.7K likes, 456 comments dan 816 shares di TikTok.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen menarik daripada netizen di TikTok:

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Sekali dia terbang memang semua menjerit tak ingat dunia :P

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"Beraninya Dia" - Selamba Alihkan Haiwan Atas Tudung, Tak Sangka Rupanya Pegang Cicak

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Pasti ramai dekat sini yang takut dan geli pada serangga seperti lipas, ulat dan lain-lain kan?

Mana tidaknya, serangga-serangga ini kebiasaannya sering dilihat di tempat yang kotor dan dalam timbunan sampah.Malah, kadang kala kita juga tidak akan menduga kehadiran serangga-serangga tersebut pada tempat kita.Sama seperti video ini yang sudah tular pada tahun lalu namun kembali menjadi hangat di TikTok gara-gara keberanian seorang gadis yang memegang seekor cicak.Lihat video penuh itu di bawah:

  @rakharamadann Rasanya anjim bgt hahaha ##fyp ##foryoupage ##viral ##fyp ##WinWithASmile  Dominique Koplo - yofve squidward

Cicak hinggap dekat tudung, tapi rilek alihkan walaupun tengah ketakutan

Menerusi video tersebut, kelihatan seekor cicak melekat pada seorang gadis semasa dia sedang berada di sebuah sekolah.Situasi itu ternyata membuatkan ramai pelajar terkejut dan memberitahunya untuk mengalihkan cicak berkenaan. Namun, apa yang lebih menarik perhatian adalah cara gadis itu yang walaupun sedang menjerit ketakutan tetapi masih tetap berani memegang dan membuang cicak itu dengan selambanya.

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"Kalau cicak ada kat atas kepala aku, I will just consider myself dead" - Warganet

Dalam pada itu, tinjauan di ruangan komen mendapati warganet turut terhibur melihat gelagat gadis tersebut. Malah, ramai juga yang terpegun dengan keberaniannya mengalihkan haiwan itu.Ketika artikel ini ditulis, video berkenaan telah meraih 5.9M views, 533.7K likes dan 22K comments di TikTok.Berikut di bawah adalah antara komen menarik daripada warganet di TikTok:

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Sungguh berani ya dia pegang macam tu je. Takut pula tengok :P


"Mereka Telah Bergelar Anak Angkat Saya Selama Ni" - Luahan Sedih Dato' Rizalman

Kami percaya seluruh rakyat Malaysia terkesan dengan tragedi menyayat hati yang berlaku di Tahfiz Darul Quran Ittifaqiyah awal pagi semalam

Turut merasai kehilangan anak-anak syurga tersebut adalah Dato’ Rizalman Ibrahim yang berkongsi luahan hatinya di laman Instagram. Melalui post tersebut, Rizalman memberitahu dia sungguh berasa terkesan dengan kejadian malang tersebut kerana ada di antara mangsa itu adalah merupakan rakan kepada anaknya dan juga anak angkat kepadanya.Baca luahan hati beliau di bawah:

  A post shared by rizalman71 (@rizalman71) on Sep 13, 2017 at 10:45pm PDT

Saya merasa amat2 terkesan akibat kejadian ini kerana ada di antara mereka telah menjadi sahabat Umar Nail, saya sendiri dan telahpun bergelar anak2 'angkat' saya selama ini kerana selalu sudi memenuhi undangan saya baik di rumah atau di pejabat ketika meraikan apa2 majlis termasuklah majlis sambutan hari jadi saya pada tahun lepas. Kekayaan doa2 mereka yang mereka sampaikan pada Allah pada saya dan keluarga, ketulusan hati mereka, wajah2 suci mereka, pengorbanan zaman remaja menuntut ilmu Allah melalui Al Quran, perasaan hormat mereka ketika mencium tangan saya setiap kali berjumpa dan berpisah terasa dingin syurganya.

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Allayarham Yusuf Dqi, salah seorang mangsa (warden) yang terkorban.
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Pada ustaz @yusufdqi yang telah berkorban menjaga kebajikan anak2 ini hingga ke akhir hayat beliau saya hanya mampu berdoa. Pada ibu bapa anak2 ini, Allah telah memilih anda sebagai tetamunya di syurga bermula dari sekarang kerana anda adalah yg terpilih mempunyai jiwa yang kental untuk melalui dugaan ini. Saya masih ingat memberi ucapan pada malam majlis harijadi ini dan saya tujukan khas pada anak2 ini yang berbunyi.. ' keindahan malam ini dengan rangkaian tetamu yang hadir berpakaian serba putih sebegini seolah2 seperti kita semua berada di dalam syurga Allah dan begitulah kehendaknya jika di izinkan...' Sempat saya berpelukan dengan pengetuanya tadi.. beliau berbisik..'maafkan saya.. ' airmata kami berjuraian.

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Gambar sewaktu kejadian.
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Sanggup saya bina rumah baru kami di kawasan berdekatan madrasah ini supaya anak2 kecil ini boleh bertandang dan bermandi manda di kolam renang di rumah ini nanti.. ternyata Allah telah menyediakan bukan kolam malah kali syurga yang mengalir lebih tenang dan indah buat mereka terlebih dahulu. Bernaunglah kalian pada naungan Arash yang akan merupakan tempat yang disediakan.Buat Umar anakanda ku, lihatlah kebesaran Allah dan fahami lah apa itu qada dan qadar. Babah masih bisa memiliki mu dan kita semua adalah pinjaman dariNya.

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Rizalman juga ada berkongsi sebuah video beliau bersama-sama mangsa dalam satu cereka pendek yang bertajuk Pulang satu ketika dulu :'(

    Kerana kehilangan yang begitu hening ini kami di RIZALMAN begitu terusik hinggakan salah satu pekerja menyiapkan satu kupasan video tribute memperlihatkan bagaimana rindunya kami pada mereka yang telah pergi menemui Ilahi. Keakraban kami dan institiusi madrasah ini jelas kelihatan apabila saya juga  pernah mengambil lokasi madrasah lama mereka serta penghuninya untuk sama2 berlakon bersama saya dan Umar di dalam cereka pendek saya yang bertajuk Pulang. Bukan tujuan saya untuk provokasi, cuma ingin berkongsi peringatan bahawasanya kehidupan kita ini begitu rapuh dan tiada menjanjikan apa2 melainkan pada mereka yang menyedarinya. Sudah terang mereka ini perjanjiannya syurga. Kita bagaimana? A post shared by rizalman71 (@rizalman71) on Sep 14, 2017 at 5:06am PDT

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                "Sebelum Tidur Tiada" - Warden Cerita Misteri Dua Tong Gas Kuning Di Luar Asrama

"Bukan nak kaitkan dengan punca kebakaran yang berlaku tapi berkemungkinan tidak seteruk ini sekiranya tong gas berke...

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